The Firestation Programme, Jan-Apr 2011 by Firestation Arts and Culture

Featuring: The Pretty Things Scott Capurro Glen Matlock Simon Munnery Steven Severin Threadbare Greebo James Yorkston Brian De Palma

Events: Jan - Apr 2011 Book Now: 01753 866 865 www.firestationartscentre.com

Beat is a magazine dedicated to showcasing and feeding into the cultural life of Windsor and the surrounding region. Beat provides a platform for the artists, writers, dancers, photographers, musicians and filmmakers living and working in the region, talks to their audience and promotes a broad spectrum of cultural activity and debate.

A Second Bite At The Apple – The Beatles After almost two decades, Apple and Apple have kissed and made up (mwah) and now, once again, The Beatles’ music is everywhere and you – yes you – can buy it all over again. Ah, how cynical we have become, or maybe not…. if The Beatles really are “The Beatles” they should be scratching around your iPhone. No? Yes? We don’t know, so we asked 3 of our finest music-literate friends. by Beat Read more on www.beatmagazine.co.uk

Double Jeopardy – a dad’s life with twins When we first found out that my wife Helen was expecting twins, my initial reaction, after the swearing had stopped, was to ask her who the father of the other one was. Here I was; a man of very little experience of babies and children; already wondering what the hell I was letting myself in for, and I find out that there’s going to be two of the little buggers. You don’t really know what to think. I didn’t know what having one was like, so two at once?! by Andy Sylvester

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MUSIC . . . C I S U M W E N L ESSENTIA Y A D I R F T S R I F Y R E ...EV To Arms Etc plus support Fri 04 February 8pm £6 To Arms Etc’s sound has since developed into a complex mix that calls to mind such diverse artists as Van der Graaf Generator, Devo, Spiritualized and Tears for Fears. It's chamber pop melodies but with indie sensibilities. To Arms Etc

Milk Kan plus support Fri 04 March 8pm £6 £3 concs for students

Milk Kan

The Kabeedies

South London's Milk Kan are a cross between The Television Personalities and The Streets with their Bob Dylanesque, rap mickey-takes and DIY punk rock all melded together and set to some very witty lyrics from frontman Scrappy Hood. They learned their craft busking and hitting the open mic haunts of New York, and they know how to rock the party. Listen to their brilliant singles 'Junkshop' and 'Bling Bling Baby' (massive on BBC 6 Music, etc).

The Kabeedies, Peers and The Hattie Carrolls Fri 01 April 8pm £6 £3 concs for students

Peers

Due to overwhelming public demand, The Kabeedies are coming back to Windsor to impress with their glorious brand of irresistible powerpop. Fans who get tickets early will receive a copy of their debut single, which includes their brilliant song 'Come On', which features in a Microsoft worldwide X-Box ad. A very strong support line-up includes Peers and The Hattie Carrolls. Plus indie DJs. Make a note of this: Ignition is the first Friday of every month, starting from February 2011 and will include indie Djs and student-friendly drinks.

The Hattie Carrolls

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James Yorkston (in association with Waterstones). Plus Josie Long Thu 24 February 7.30pm Auditorium James is originally from Fife. He lived in Edinburgh for a wee while, then moved back to Fife. He likes Can and Jacques Brel, and has been an influence on K T Tunstall and The Beta Band. He’s toured with Lambchop and Tindersticks and - along with King Creosote - is part of the acclaimed Fence Collective. Through Domino Records and Faber, he has a book out called It’s Lovely to be Here: the Touring Diaries of a Scottish Gent. Tonight, he will be playing songs (contemporary, alt-folk) from throughout his career, and reading from his book. The ever-popular comedienne Josie Long is rather excited to be his support act for tonight. What she will do is anyone’s guess. £9 £8 members

Steven Severin: Blood of a Poet Fri 25 March 8pm Auditorium Siouxsie & The Banshees’ bassist and co-founder Steven Severin will perform his own live score to Jean Cocteau’s avant-garde silent film Blood Of A Poet (PG), which will be screened in the auditorium. Jean Cocteau was a poet and novelist - and contemporary of Dali, Coco Chanel and Marlene Dietrich. Blood of a Poet is his 1930 debut work and is a Surreal, enchanting film, steeped in darkness and light, and sharing the many elegiac qualities of his written work. Severin - who has collaborated with Sid Vicious, Robert Smith (The Cure) and Watchmen writer Alan Moore - is currently a writer, journalist and soundtrack composer. £10 £9 concs & members

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MUSIC Glen Matlock and the Philistines March (Date tbc) 8pm Auditorium Glen Matlock and the Philistines are ‘pure rock and roll suss’ - and we’re not going to argue with that. This is the latest project from the famous bassist of the legendary Sex Pistols, and feature some of the best music of his career (a career which includes The Pistols, The Rich Kids, Iggy Pop, etc). The latest album, ‘Born Running’ features the last recordings of guitarist Steve New, of The Rich Kids, who died in 2010. Also in the band's line up is drummer Javier Weyler, the current drumming incumbent with The Stereophonics, as well as guitarist James Williamson (The Stooges/Iggy Pop). Seeing as we’re in Windsor, we wonder if he’ll do a cover of God Save The Queen? (Well, it’s written into the contract!). £10 £9 concs & members

Purge 28 January

Soul Control

25 Februrary

And more nights tba 8pm Basement Stu dio Local promoter Kane Leighton-Pope delive rs pure heavy metal, melod ic hardcore, and punk rock on various dates across the season’s schedule . Check website for more de tails.

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Frisky and Mannish: the college years Thu 14 April 8pm Auditorium Felicity Fitz-Frisky, a fabulous chanteuse, and Hansel Amadeus Mannish, an incredible maestro, are the creators and purveyors of their own peculiar brand of “twisted pop cabaret”. Kate Bush vs Kate Nash, music hall versions of Pussycat Doll hits, etc. “Inventive mash-ups delivered with irrepressible style and verve” - The Mail On Sunday “White hot ... Slick, polished and accessible feelgood stuff ... Frisky & Mannish haven’t so much arrived as been flown in by private jet as fully blown superstars” - Time Out “One of the most upbeat hours of comedy I've seen this year.” - The Observer £12 £11 concs £10 members

The Pretty Things Fri 15 April 8pm Auditorium A massive influence on David Bowie who covered two of their songs on his album Pin Ups - The Pretty Things are infamous for creating the first ever rock opera, S F Sorrow (preceeding the release of The Who’s Tommy). Their hard-edged psychedelic blues rock is every bit as good today as it was then. Songs like LSD and Rosalyn are anthems to a generation. Whether you were a mod or a hippy, The Pretty Things were a truly seminal band, and are still rocking venues here and around the world. £15 £13 concs £12 members

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COMEDY Christian Reilly, Imran Yusuf and Diane Spencer Thu 27 January 8pm Basement Studio Headlining is Christian Reilly, member of Rich Hall's Perrier Award-winning Otis Lee Crenshaw act - and a brilliant comic in his own right. Reilly originally joined a band to get laid - but the Salvation Army were not impressed! Reilly's act is risky, daring and full of punchlines. Also on the bill is the incredible Imran Yusuf - the superfast, street-smart comic who gave a phenomenal performance at Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow. His brand of political comedy about his life as a Muslim is cheeky, charming and "deeply human". A superstar in the making! Plus support from Diane Spencer.

Sol Bernstein Thu 24 February 8pm Basement Studio After 25 years of semi-retirement, playing nursing homes - Sol Bernstein is back where he belongs: in smokey nightclubs performing to drunks. The foulmouthed Jewish pensioner is at the top of his game, or as The Guardian would have it: “One part Alf Garnett, two parts Mel Brooks, and three parts like nothing you've ever heard". A one-man Special Show

Simon Munnery Thu 28 April 8pm Basement Studio A British Comedy Award Nominee, Perrier Award Nominee, Sony Radio Award Winner - Simon Munnery is one of the most highly-respected alternative comics there is. Famous for his TV creation Alan Parker Urban Warrior (the radical student who never got over the Clash signing to CBS), Munnery will make your head explode with his off-the-wall, skewed look at the world. And you will thank him. All Selah! D’Or tickets are £9 £7.50 concs £6.50 members

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Russell Kane: Smokescreens & Castles (Winner of the 2010 Edinburgh Comedy Award) Sat 05 February 8pm Auditorium Don’t miss this opportunity to see 2010’s winner of the Edinburgh Comedy Award and co host of ITV2’s I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here Now! Smoke Screens & Castles explores self, family, and the consequences of his Dad buying his own council house. Sociological silliness and high energy contortions guaranteed. £15 £14 concs £12.50 members “Russell Kane's new show is the finest of his career. Extremely funny, poignant and fuelled by real intelligence and passion.” Tim Arthur - Time Out

Scott Capurro Sat 02 April 8pm Auditorium San Franciscan actor/comedian Scott Capurro has become one of the most popular faces on the UK comedy circuit, and is a veteran of our TV screens. He has appeared on such shows as C4’s 8 Out Of 10 Cats, BBC1’s The Stand-Up Show, and is a regular on Channel 5’s The Wright Stuff. He even appeared in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace! Scott is surrounded by duplicity and is emotionally unstable. He met Nelson Mandela. They're both vegetarians. Actually, Nelson is. Scott said he was, to impress Nelson. £12 £10 concs £9 members “He remains perhaps the most fearless and technically perfect stand-up on the circuit” - The Guardian

Miles Jupp: Fibber in the Heat Sat 30 April 8pm Auditorium After pulling a few strings and telling some little lies, an unprepared and unqualified Jupp heads to India with the English press to embark on a month long, sun-soaked disaster (and some minor triumphs). Miles Jupp is an award-winning stand-up and actor who has recently appeared in The Thick of It, Mock The Week, Michael Mcintyre’s Comedy Roadshow and was a regular character in Rev. £12 £10 concs £9 members “It’s a classic fish out of water tale” - The Times

THEATRE Pulling Faces A one-woman show starring Louise Jameson Sat 22 January 8pm Auditorium Louise Jameson (Doctor Who, Tenko, Eastenders) plays 12 different characters, and tells us what has brought her to this critical point in her life. Should she go under the knife to enhance her looks, or ... to hell with it, on a date with her toy boy? Pulling Faces is an acerbic, topical comedy about society’s obsession with youth, beauty and transformation. Louise plays Joanne Taylor - a former TV Diva who is on the verge of her 55th birthday, seriously single, 'hot-flushing' and about to make some drastic changes in her life. Bridget Jones thirty years on! £10 £9 concs £8 members

Firestation presents

‘Theatre À la Carte’ 13 Jan, 10 Feb, 10 Mar - more dates tba 8pm Like revenge, theatre is often at its most effective served cold. We’re interested here in the intimate, the personal and the stripped right down. No frills, just substance and some good, healthy food for thought. And what we’re offering are performance readings from great authors: Pinter, Blake, Shakespeare etc expect the unexpected too! Resident actors Fintan McKeown (Merlin, Star Trek Voyager) and Shaun Scott (Poirot, The Bill) will read drama, poetry, prose. Both have worked together at the National Theatre with many great directors including Harold Pinter, Howard Davies, Richard Eyre & Trevor Nunn. Their appetite for theatre is insatiable. If in the course of the night you want to ask Fintan and Shaun questions, feel free. Q&A’s will be very much par for the course. This is for culture vultures, aspiring actors, drama students and people bored of the same old same old. It’s different, a little experimental and it’s definitely for à la carte tastes. Phone 01753 866 865 for more details. £5 £4 concs £3 members

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2headedpigeon Theatre Company Present

Great Minds Think Alike (an event in anticipation of 2headedpigeon’s Threadbare Greebo performance) Thu 07 April 8pm Auditorium

Reality Vaccine 2: Magic, Mentalism and Illusion Fri 18 March 8pm Auditorium

2headedpigeon Theatre Company joins forces with local community organisations and the Firestation Arts Centre for this event focussing on mental health. Threadbare Greebo, the company's latest production, explores mental illness and social exclusion. Great Minds Think Alike will be an opportunity to chat and problem solve, share stories and ideas, as well as meet the performers and crew of Threadbare Greebo.

(7pm onwards close-up magic in the bar) Back from sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe! A fantastic evening of amazing close-up magic followed by mind-blowing mentalism from the extraordinary mind of Dr Ian Souch. Be enthralled, and a little worried perhaps, as the incredible Doctor explores your psyche in his laboratory. All this tonight in the auditorium of the Firestation. Astonishing! “Ian Souch performs feats so impressive they make him appear psychic” - Three Weeks £8 £7 concs & members

2headedpigeon Theatre Company Present

Threadbare Greebo Fri 08 & Sat 09 April 8pm Auditorium In a crumbling house deep in the forest, a woman with needles for fingers sews a boy out of old scraps of cloth. As he makes a desperate bid for freedom, he stumbles across mad scientists, talking tapeworms and falls foul of a very angry mob. Threadbare Greebo must summon up all his resourcefulness, bravery and determination to overcome some increasingly insurmountable obstacles... This is a raw, imaginative and compelling piece of new writing, inspired by the subject of mental illness – and complemented by an original soundtrack of experimental music with multimedia projections. Running time 1 hour £7 £5 concs & members

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DANCE Fiesta Latina @ The Firestation Hosted by Starlight Dance Company 14 January, 11 February, 11 March, 08 April (2nd Friday of every month) A fun packed evening featuring the best Latin music (Salsa, Reggaeton, Mambo, etc) played by the best DJs Plus dancing till midnight… Cuban cocktails, Latino visuals & very special guests. Plus dance workshops: Bachata, Tango, Merengue, Rumba, etc. £10 Including social dancing and workshop £5 social dancing Doors open 7:30pm Workshop 8pm For more information check www.firestationartscentre.com or contact Zoe: 07929 168 886 4Motion Dance Theatre Company presents

SAMPLED: Part 3 Sat 05 March 8pm Auditorium 4Motion present a triple bill evening of dance theatre performances, live art installation and experimental music. Be the first to experience our new pieces 'A Bitter Pill' and 'A Disruptive Prediction', and part two of the emotional 'Nomore' performance; soak up the thumping sounds of Awekid; and gaze at award-winning artist and Soulful Gallery member Matt Latchford's original projected pencil creations. Don't miss out on this totally immersive, unique and creative experience. “Chillingly uncomfortable and emotionally textured. An energetic epic piece leaving you with more questions than answers.” Ron McAllister, Chief Executive South Hill Park, Bracknell. £10 £7 concs & members

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...and every Sunday at 7.30pm - All tickets £7.25 £5.75 £4 Mem January

February 06 Alien 1979 15 Ridley Scott’s classic with Sigourney Weaver and John Hurt. When a crew of seven arrive on a distant planet to investigate an alien lifeform, they have no idea what they are letting themselves in for. A landmark horror, a masterclass in tension and a must in terrifying HD!

09 The Illusionist 2010 PG A French illusionist finds he is a dying breed in a world full of rock stars and fancy lighting. He is forced to play in obscure bars as his happiness wanes until he meets a young woman who changes his life. Spectacular handdrawn animation that triumphs over CGI! 16 Peeping Tom 1960 15 A classic by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger. Reclusive and abused film maker Mark Lewis attempts to make a documentary on the subject of ‘fear’ - but his methods of working leave his interviewees in peril!

13 Another Year 2010 12A A married couple who have managed to maintain blissfully happy into their autumn years are surrounded over the course of four seasons by friends, colleagues and family who all seem to suffer, to some degree, of unhappiness. Mike ‘Secret and Lies’ Leigh on top form.

23 The Social Network 2010 12A Mark Zuckerberg, computer genius and Harvard undergraduate, creates ‘a technological monster’ (we call Facebook) as a furious reaction to losing his girlfriend. Directed by David ‘Fight Club’ Fincher.

20 I Shot Andy Warhol 1996 18 From the director of American Psycho, the true story of infamous feminist Valerie Solanas, who wanted Andy Warhol to produce her work, despite his lack of interest. This is the story of her revenge on Warhol - and all men.

30 Rumble Fish 1983 18 A brilliant visual gem from Francis Ford Coppola. An absent-minded street kid struggles to live up to his legendary older brother's reputation. Stars Matt Dillon, Mickey Rourke, Diane Lane, Dennis Hopper, Nicholas Cage.

27 The Girl who Kicked the Hornets Nest 2009 15 This vengeance-filled conclusion to the last of the iconic Larsson trilogy documents Lisbeth Salander’s struggle to prove her innocence after being accused of three murder charges. A pacy, intelligent thriller.

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March

April 03 Pink Floyd’s The Wall 1982 15 Written by Roger Waters, this visually and musically ambitious film, animated by Gerald Scarfe, is essential viewing on the big screen. Rock star ‘Pink’ (Bob Geldof) descends into a drug fuelled hell of childhood flashbacks, hallucinations and delusion. An epic experience.

06 Tamara Drewe 2010 15 Directed by Stephen Frears and based on the newspaper comic strip written by Posy Simmonds. Tamara Drewe is a British film and a modern reworking of Thomas Hardy's Far from the Madding Crowd. Stars Gemma Arterton. 13 The Warriors 1979 15 The gangs of New York are after The Warriors – framed for the murder of popular leader Cyrus. Against the odds, the plucky Warriors must get back to their home turf of Coney Island battling irate gangs en route. A cult film that is as popular now as it was in the 80s.

10 The King’s Speech 2010 15 The story of King George VI of Britain, his impromptu ascension to the throne and the speech therapist who helped the unsure monarch become worthy of it. Starring Colin Firth, Helena Bonham Carter and Derek Jacobi. 17 True Grit 2010 Cert tbc A classy remake of John Wayne’s 1969 western, but this time starring Jeff Bridges. A tough U.S. Marshal helps a stubborn young woman track down her father's murderer. If anyone can do this remake justice it’s The Coen Brothers.

20 Duel 1971 PG Steven Spielberg’s first feature film. Lonely driver Dennis Weaver is paranoid that he’s being followed by a tanker driver, but try as he might he can’t shake the clearly psychotic driver off. A thrilling masterpiece. 27 The Untouchables 1987 15 Federal Agent Elliot Ness sets out to catch Al Capone, who has the whole city in his grip. Ness assembles a small, hand-picked team that he believes can take him down. Stars De Niro, Sean Connery, Kevin Costner.

24 28 Days Later 2002 18 Jim wakes from a coma, alone in a hospital. Confused, he finds that the world has gone into total destruction and is filled with zombie-like humans intent on killing. Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland.

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LITERARY

Poetry Raw Thu 03 February 8pm Basement Studio A night of celebrating original poetry from the region. Hosted by a performance poet, this is an opportunity to engage with a wide variety of poetry. To have your poem included in the night, write a poem on the theme: ‘Excess’. send it to editor@beatmagazine.co.uk, and join Beat Magazine on Facebook. Ending the evening with an Open Mic. Come along and enjoy poetry in all its glory. £3

Firestation Book Swap Thu 20 Jan, 17 Feb, 17 March, 21 April A literary event with a difference. Novelist Marie Phillips, author of Gods Behaving Badly, and publisher Scott Pack continue to host an evening of conversation and banter in this increasingly popular literary event. Radio 4 and various literary festivals can’t seem to get enough of Book Swap. And with good reason. You won’t hear boring speeches, the same old questions or authors reading from their latest book but you could witness almost anything else. Audience members are required to bring an unwanted book along with them which they will have an opportunity to swap for another. And there's tea and cake! Previous authors have included: Robert McCrum, Kate Williams, Sue Cook, Ray Robinson, Marcus Chown, Kate Clanchy, Robert Hudson, Matt Rudd, Andrew Kaufman (pictured) and Matt Beaumont.

“This is exactly the kind of blog-linked, local event that publishers should be really encouraging, a sort of odd cross between a public reading and a book group.” - Emma Townshend - The Independent Don’t forget to bring a book! £5

2headedpigeon Theatre Company present

Phil Mann's Full Mind Phil Mann is a man with a very full mind. It is full of ephemera, trivia and belly button fluff. This spring the Firestation will play host to Phil Mann's Full Mind - part lecture, part installation art, Phil will talk about whichever subject the audience decide upon, providing you with all the facts, figures and frippery you require. No topic is out of bounds. Come with an open mind and an empty brain, ready to be filled by Phil. Warning: past lectures have included ‘Firing Cannonballs’, ‘Nudity in the Home’ and ‘The Meaning of Existence’. Running time 20 mins Dates to be announced soon! Check website for details. FREE

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...and for younger audiences Firestation Junior Book Swap Sunday 20 February 2pm Auditorium Joining us for this special Junior Book Swap will be authors Tamsyn Murray and Michelle Harrison. Tamsyn has written the Stunt Bunny books for younger readers as well as My So Called Afterlife and My So Called Haunting for older readers. Michelle is the author of the bestselling 13 Treasures series. Tamsyn and Michelle will be chatting about their books, answering questions from the audience and helping everyone to swap the books they have bought along. Copies of their books will be available to purchase on the day and Tamsyn and Michelle will be happy to sign them for you. Entry to this event is completely free but do remember to bring a book to swap.

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James Campbell’s Comedy 4 Kids Sat 19 March 3.30pm Auditorium James Campbell is a stand-up comedian for children over 6, their parents and anyone who likes comedy without the rude words. His brand new show will cover ways to make parsnips interesting, how to look a chicken in both eyes at the same time and why owls don't like Easter. James will also attempt a new world record in badger hurdling and doing loop the loop with his 93 year old Auntie Histamine. The show may also involve three dancing oatcakes called Celia, Amelia and Deal-or-no-Delia and a discussion on "Horses: Friends or big-headed twits?" (Contents may vary and the actual show may not involve any of the above). Side effects may include your sides hurting... “Has achieved almost holy status - don't miss” The Sunday Times “He belongs on stage” - The New York Times “My seven-year-old howled with laughter and so did I” - The Daily Mail

Tamsyn Murray

“Absurdist Genius” - The Guardian

Check website for full details of Bookswap events.

“The best comedian I have ever seen” - Ian Rankin

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KIDS & YOUNG PEOPLE JANUARY

FEBRUARY

Sat 08 1pm Madagascar 2 2008 PG The sequel to 2005's Madagascar, in which New York zoo animals (Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra and co), still stranded in Madagascar, plan to leave the island. Oh, and that "move it, move it" song is included.

Sat 05 1pm Where The Wild Things Are 2009 PG Big-screen treatment of Maurice Sendakâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story, directed by Spike Jonze (Being John Malkovich). A Firestation favourite. Sat 12 1pm Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Pt 1 2010 12A Things are nearing the end for Harry and his friends in this penultimate HP film. After leaving Hogwarts for good, Harry attempts to finally kill evil wizard Lord Voldemort, who is gaining power and planning to control both the Ministry of Magic and Hogwarts itself. Cast includes Julie Walters and Bill Nighy. Sat 19 1pm Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2010 PG Live-action adaptation of Jeff Kinney's illustrated novel about a wise-cracking schoolkid. A big hit at the cinema, and very very funny.

Despicable Me

Sat 15 1pm Despicable Me 2010 PG Criminal mastermind Gru, surrounded by an army of small minions, plans to be the most evil man in the world by kidnapping three orphaned girls. But will his diabolical plan succeed or is it destined to go terribly wrong? Sat 22 1pm Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2008 U Chloe, a glamorous but mischievous little Chihuahua, gets lost during a holiday to Mexico. Watch her make her way back home along with all of the shenanigans that entails. Sat 29 1pm Who Framed Roger Rabbit? 1988 PG A cartoon hating detective is a cartoon rabbit's only hope to prove his innocence when he is accused of murder. Stars Bob Hoskins as the real-life detective in a world of animated characters. A massive hit from the 80s.

Yellow Submarine

Sat 26 1pm Yellow Submarine 1968 U Best to see this Beatles animated classic on the big screen. Get lost in the psychedelic pop art and join the moptops and Captain Fred on their journey to Pepperland. Timeless, joyous, enchanting - and playing here on the 26th!

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Adults £5.00 Children £2.50, £1 per person with Advantage Card or Members: max 2 Adults + 2 Children

MARCH

APRIL

Sat 05 1pm Monster House 2006 PG Three teens discover that their neighbours house is really a living, breathing, scary monster. Brilliant animated fun.

Sat 02 1pm Superman 1978 PG Forget Spiderman and Daredevil, here’s where it all started…back in 1978. An epic film about the worldfamous superhero that kicks sand in the face of other superhero films. You’ll believe a man can fly! Stars Christopher Reeve. Sat 09 1pm Tron: Legacy 2D 2010 PG A sequel we’ve all been waiting for. Sam Flynn’s father, a pioneering video-game developer has disappeared. And Sam soon finds himself pulled into a virtual, cyber world of games and programming where his father has been trapped for the past 20 years. Stars Jeff Bridges. Sat 16 1pm The Aristocrats 1970 U Retired madame Adelaide Bonfamille enjoys the good life in her Paris villa with cat Duchess and three kittens: When loyal butler Edgar overhears she will leave everything to the cats until their death, he drugs and kidnaps them.

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Sat 12 Pinocchio 1940 U Take this rare cinematic opportunity to experience Disney’s classic, animated story of the wooden puppet that dreams of becoming a real boy. Nostalgia for you and a brand new experience for your little ones.

Sat 23 1pm Megamind 2010 PG After super-villain Megamind (voiced by Will Ferrell) kills his good-guy nemesis, Metro Man (Brad Pitt), he becomes bored since there is no one left to fight. So he creates a new foe, Titan.

Sat 19 1pm Baby’s Day Out 1994 PG Baby Bink is kidnapped by three inept crooks but the child escapes from their hideout, leading to a chase through the city. Cue much grief for Joe Mantegna and his cohorts. Written by 80s legend John Hughes.

Sat 30 1pm Iron Man 2008 12 When wealthy industrialist Tony Stark is forced to build an armoured suit after a life-threatening incident, he ultimately decides to use its technology to fight against evil. Stars Robert Downey Jr.

Sat 26 1pm Gulliver’s Travels 2010 cert tbc Travel writer Lemuel Gulliver takes an assignment in Bermuda, but ends up on the island of Liliput, where he towers over its tiny citizens. Stars Jack Black and Emily Blunt in a brand new version of Swift’s classic satire.

Tron Legacy

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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS Pure Dance Union Led by Lucy Hawthorne Sun 16 January - 17 April inclusive

Led by Martin Ellis

Pure Dance Union is The Firestation's brand new professional dance company, designed for dancers aged 7 to 25 who love to dance and want to push themselves to the max! Directed and tutored by professional dancers from Dance Intervention, PDU welcomes dancers of all ages and abilities into a unique class structure to offer a challenging, supportive, demanding and exciting company which will take dancers beyond their expectations.

Mon from 10 January Class 8pm - 9pm Social/Practice: 9pm - 10pm

3pm to 4pm Company Rehearsal 4pm to 5pm Apprentices and Company Class

From the dance halls of 1930s Harlem, Lindy hop is the original Jive or swing dance. And now Lindy hop is coming to Windsor! Martin Ellis has been dancing Lindy hop since the early 1990s and teaching professionally for over 10 years, through his company Swingland. He is a former UK swing dance champion, a respected choreographer and is a consummate social dancer. Martin and dance partner Emily have been teaching successfully together for several years now, and are excited to be able to bring Lindy hop to Emily's home town! We look forward to seeing you in January at The Firestation!

PDU Apprentices £72 for the term. PDU Company £84 for the term.

Lindy Hop

£40 for 5 sessions or £9 per session Concs & Advantage Card £8 per session

4MDT Youth Co. 4MDT Youth Co. is an award winning youth dance theatre company for 15 - 21 year olds. These classes are for young people who enjoy dance and theatre, and have a drive to explore new ways of working, excel in group dynamics and a passion for creating unique performances. Audition: Wed 12 January Then, Wed starting 19 January 5.45pm to 7.30pm Ages 15 to 21 years £80 current members £85 new members 10wks

Firestarters Youth Theatre Led by Everyday Theatre The Firestarters Youth Theatre is all about focusing on the more creative aspect of performing. Hosted by Firestation residents Everyday Theatre, our classes are dedicated to creativity - we never work on a play we haven’t written ourselves and our kids will never perform something that isn’t entirely unique to them. Anyone is welcome to come and give it a go and your first class is always free. Mon from 10 January Monkeys School Years 3 & 4 4pm to 5pm New members: First session free £50 for 10wks Dreamers School Years 5 & 6 5.15pm to 6.15pm New members: First session free £50 for 10wks Performers School Years 7 & 8 6.30pm to 8pm New members: First session free £75 for 10wks Tue from 11 January Perfecters School Years 9 &10 4pm to 6pm New members: First session free £100 for 10wks Firestarters School Years 11 to 13 6pm to 8pm New members: First session free £100 for 10wks

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Hawthorne School of Dance

The Blossom Ballet Programme

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Term starts 10 January One week break for half-term 21 February to 25 February

Blossom Ballet and its syllabi were created and carefully designed by pre-school professionals specifically for babies, toddlers and young children.

Inspirational dance classes in Ballet, Tap, Street Jazz and Adult Dance

Blossom Ballet offers a new way to learn through exciting movement classes derived from imaginative play providing a sound foundation for dance, education and social needs. Inspirational pictures, props and instruments are used but most importantly, Blossom Ballet is about having lots of fun and making new friends.

Hawthorne School of Dance presents fun and friendly classes from age 5 to adults with annual performances and optional examinations in the ISTD syllabus. Mon from 10 January to 04 April inclusive Pre-Primary Ballet & Tap 3:45pm to 4:30pm Ages 4 to 5 Years £82.50 for the term Primary Grade 1 Ballet & Tap 4:35 to 5:25 Ages 5 to 7 Years £88 for the term. Street Jazz 5:30 to 6:15 £82.50 for the term. Adult Ballet & Tap 6:20pm to 7:00pm £77 for the term.

Blossom Ballet Seeds Wed or Thu 10am to 10:30am Ages 18 Months to 26 Months £66 for the term Blossom Ballet Saplings Mon 2.20pm to 2.50pm or Wed or Thu 10.40am to 11.10am Ages 27 to 36 Months £66 for the term Blossom Ballet Buds Mon 3pm to 3:40pm or Wed 11.20am to 12.00pm Ages 3 Years to 4 Years £77 for the term

SOTA Seeds Sunday Stage School SOTA Seeds provides 3-5 year olds with a fun, all round introduction to performing arts through dance, singing and drama. Moving to music, playing percussive instruments, role play with puppets and singing together. Sun 09 January to Sunday 10 April Ages 3 to 5 Years 10am to 10.45am £70 for 10wks

SOTA Sunday Stage School SOTA enables 6-18 year olds to develop skills in dance, singing and drama in a creative and stimulating environment. Working in three age groups, pupils rotate between three workshops lead by professionally trained workshop leaders and performers. The emphasis is on fun through confidence building, skills development and expression. Sun 09 January to Sunday 10 April Ages 6 to18 Years 10.15am to 1.15pm £220.00 10wks

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS No Handbags Theatre Company Every Thu from 20 January 10am to 3.30pm

Sing Out!

No Handbags creates visually striking performancebased experiences. The company of performers with learning disabilities aims to challenge traditional perceptions of theatre and explore non-conventional methods. Contact: Nikki or Matt on 01753 866 865

Led by Dan Nicholls Every Fri from 14 January 6pm to 7pm £4 per session A hairbrush holding, loud and lively singing group for absolutely everyone, singing your way from ABBA to Queen to U2 and even having a stab at 3 part harmonies! The Sing Out group meets up at the Firestation every Friday evening at the end of a long week to relax, de-stress and Sing Out!

Life Drawing Led by Jessica Bleasby Sun 09 January - 13 March inclusive 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Windsor Photographic Society Every Mon from 10 January 8pm to 10pm The Windsor Photographic Society is one of the largest photographic societies in the UK.Members enjoy a friendly atmosphere with a varied and stimulating programme of practical help, creative sessions, speakers, competitions, and social evenings.

The drawing of the naked form is an essential skill for all aspiring artists, and this course offers a perfect opportunity to develop that skill. Participants will get the chance to sketch short poses, and then spend time on longer poses of up to 45 minutes. Bespoke guidance will be provided for each participant although more experienced artists are very welcome, and may just want to be left to work on their own. You will need to bring a range of drawing materials with you each week. For details please visit the Learning section of our website. £80 for 10 week course or £10 per session Concs & Advantage Card £8 per session

Contact: Steve Bishop on 07788 594975

Film In A Day

Baby Botticellis

Sat 29 Jan, 26 Feb, 26 Mar & 30 Apr

Tue from 11 January 10am - 11am £4 per child Extra siblings £2.50 Get messy at The Firestation's great parent and child art class! Splatter painting, clay modelling, group painting and lots of fun, Baby Botticellis is a relaxed and fun environment for kids and their parents to get creative, make a mess, and not get told off!

Film In A Day is a fun and practical class for you to pick up the camera and get filming, acting, directing AND editing! Invite your family and friends to see your film in our cinema at the end of the day at 4.15pm. 1pm to 4.30pm Ages 7 to 12 years £20 per child. Extra siblings £15 Price includes one copy of your film per family

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Professional Writing for Blogs & Magazines Led by Mel Gow Tue for 5 weeks from 11 January 8pm £48 per 5wks Our blog writing group is now well established. Newcomers will learm to write articles and blog posts that get attention, get published and drive traffic to your site using social media effectively. Existing members of the group will further develop their skills and talents with the support group leader Mel Gow. Mel is a published author and editor of Beat Magazine.

Creative Painting Led by Sue Peck Every Wed from 12 January 1.15pm -2.45pm £42 per 6wks or £8 per session Whether you’ve been welding a brush all your life, or you’re new to painting, Sue Peck’s class will inspire by supporting the development of your craft. The class not only offers great skills development opportunities, but also a social space for anyone who has the painting bug! *Materials not supplied

Kraft Werks! Sat from 15 January 10.30am - 12pm Ages 3* - 10 years £6 per child Extra siblings £4 A fun packing, gob smacking, paint splatting, fabric painting, foot tapping, clay thwacking morning of arts, crafts, music and performance for those of you who, after a whole week, still have ideas to explore and energy to burn! Kraft Werks! is a unique class that offers children the chance to explore all sides of their creative selves in a fun and often chaotic environment that they relish!

Cuban Salsa with Starlight Dance Starlight Dance company continues to provide authentic Latin dance tuition and social evenings for adults, suitable for beginners and more advanced dancers, taking in Salsa, Merengue and Bachata. No partner required, easy to follow courses, fun and relaxed environment Tuition by Miguel Ramirez professional dancer and choreographer from the Dominican Republic. All level session every Wednesday including 6 Week beginners courses starting Wed 12 January, 23rd February and 6th April 8pm to 9pm £35 Social dancing for all every Wednesday from 12 January 9pm to 10pm £7.50 per session Advantage Card: £7 Contact: Zoe Ramirez on 07929 168886 www.starlightdancecompany.com

Fiesta Latina with Starlight Dance Company and DJ GARCIA from Salsa Habenera Dance workshops - Guest teachers - cocktail bar with dancing till late! Fri 11 February, 11 March, 08 April Doors open: 7:30pm Workshop: 8:00pm Social Dancing: 9:00pm Tickets: £5 or £10 including workshop

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GALLERY Modern Masterpieces & The Epiphany of Ramon Llull A duo exhibition: Katie Tunn and Mark Metcalfe. 13 December - 22 January 2011 Local artist Katie Tunn pokes fun at the vulgar and how people appreciate things with age. Tunn exhibits her series of recognisable National Gallery postcards and alters them with paint to include what is known as an entrapment of modern consumer society. Raising awareness of the possible fading of traditions and developing the question of how the viewer feels about these symbols invading the classic images. www.katietunn.com Mark Metcalfe contributes with a Triptych of paintings which relate to a very old allegory about the epiphany of the philosopher Ramon Llull. These images are painted using a specific light and dramatic pose to question the function of painting in a historic sense as a means of relaying religious and allegorical themes. The characters in them act as cultural emblems/archetypes that touch the viewers on both conscious and unconscious levels. The Epiphany of Ramon Llull. The Past as an Imperfect Present. www.markametcalfe.co.uk

Emily Kirby 25 January - 6 March Emily Kirby is fascinated by the concept of tribe and subculture and considers it to be a route of exploration offering endless possibilities. She explores techniques in which she can portray people in a free and powerful way, celebrating their identity. Concerned with the study of people, Kirby sees the figure as a landscape in itself and challenges herself to capture the emotions portrayed through an individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s portraiture. Using paint on canvas or linen, Kirby allows herself to instil a vital energy into each one of her pieces meaning each work captures the involvement the artist has with the work. www.emilykirby.org

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Myths - 5 Artists Arran Gregory, Ben May, Kev Munday, Martyn Thomas and Rupert Hodgson 7 March - 24 April A Firestation special group show of five talented artists, coming together for the first time for an extraordinary show: Ben May delivers intense images that engage the audience in a world of imagination and colourful visions. www.btmartwork.blogspot.com Kev Munday, exhibited in shows from Tokyo to Berlin, brings us creative projects that have been inspired by unity and the collective conscious. Munday's work explores the expressions of figures of authority in young lives. www.kevmunday.co.uk Rupert Hodgson brings us incredible detailed and inspiring images of fantasy and mythological creatures that relate to a 21st Century re-imaging of classical mythology.

Windsor Photographic Society 25 April- 3 June The Windsor Photographic Society is the longestablished photographic club for Windsor and the surrounding area. This exhibition shows the talent from the society and what they have created in the past year (since last year’s exhibition). The show includes an array of styles that highlight the amazing talent that can be found in the local community. www.windsor-photo-society.org.uk

Tamar Lev-On Horizontal Paper Works 6 June - 15 July Already exhibited in various London Galleries, Tamar Lev-On's Horizontal Paper Works show comes to The Firestation. Horizontal Paper Works is a collection of lightweight, poppy-vibe pieces by Tamar Lev-On. Which together with their comic-like aesthetics convey current thoughts and emotions developed from the artist. It has said that “The pieces will either make you smile or think but most likely do both” The show is all paper related and includes illustrations, collages, photographs, post-it pieces and more all in which entertain the viewers. www.tamarlevon.com/hpw Working in a variety of different mediums, Arran Gregory’s work is often heavily inspired by themes of nature. His mirrored visions of the animal kingdom blur the lines between Design and Art in an attempt to visually recompose the innate beauties of the natural world. www.arrangregory.com Martyn Thomas creates mixed medium images that attract the eyes of the audience immediately and create entrancing animated videos that leave the viewers in awe. www.stitchthat.tv

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LEARNING Educational & Community Work The Firestation Learning Programme, which includes our classes, workshops, and the projects that we work on with schools and community groups, is delivered in partnership with the Windsor Boys’ School. This innovative partnership enables the Windsor Boys’ School to reach learners of all ages across Windsor and helps fulfill the school’s role as a community provider. Through this partnership The Firestation works closely with other local schools, colleges and community organisations to establish and develop creative projects with teachers, creative practitioners and students. The latest of these projects is the Community Theatre Project, which involves students from the Boys’ School, Windsor Girls’ School and adults. The group meets weekly and is led by drama leaders from one of our longest serving resident companies, Everyday Theatre. All of our resident companies play their part in delivering learning opportunities to children, young people and adults from across Windsor and beyond. In the coming months look out for news on new dance, theatre and circus projects (yes, circus!).

We’re always looking for new community partners to work with. If you are involved in a group or organisation of any sort and you think that the arts might be able to play a role, even if you’re not sure how, do get in touch. Dave will be maintaining the established programme, which includes public classes and workshops, the Artist in Residence programme at Windsor Boys’ School and the four local middle schools, INSET courses for teachers and workshop opportunities for students. He is also particularly looking to develop long-term projects with community partners.

For more information about The Firestation’s Education and Community Programme, or to discuss future partnership projects please contact Dave Howard, Education and Participation Manager on 01753 866 865 or david@firestationartscentre.com.

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MEMBERSHIP Bar Drop into our relaxed and friendly bars anytime from 10am every day to sample some of our delicious food, grab a drink or maybe enjoy an indulgent cappuccino whilst surfing the web. Our upper and lower bars house a regular programme of vibey music nights from our resident DJs as well as showcasing our monthly exhibitions.

Private Hire Our Auditorium, Basement Studio, IT Studio & bars are all superbly equipped and available for private hire individually or as a whole. Whether you need a meeting space, a venue for your presentation, IT facilities or just want to throw a great party, we have the perfect solution for you, right in the heart of Windsor. Our bars serve a great range of hot and cold food, teas & coffees, drinks and cocktails all day and our staff are always happy to help you devise a pre ordered, pay as you go or canapés menu. We also have a range of partner restaurants and caterers to offer as an alternative.

Membership Firestation Membership is a great way to support your arts centre and get loads of discounts and exclusive offers. Our members enjoy many immediate benefits: An invitation to the launch of the season Join us and celebrate at our exclusive members only event at the launch of each new season and receive a hot off the press brochure for the following season and a chance to chat with us and other members about what’s coming up. Exclusive booking period for each season For up to two weeks following the launch of the season, tickets are available only to members giving you the opportunity to purchase the same seats for all performances. Discount on all season performances Up to 20% discount on each performance. Join now and start saving! Discount at The Firestation Bar By showing your membership card, you will receive a 10% discount on your meals at our bar. Discounts with our partner restaurants & shops We are building a hot list of local restaurants, shops and organizations happy to offer further discounts to Firestation Members. Check website for up to date list.

Pricing Our Membership prices are as follows:

Private Film & Wii Nights

Firestation Membership £25.00

Hire out our Cinema exclusively just for you and your friends to watch your favourite films or indulge in the ultimate Wii experience! Great for parties of all ages. Need drinks and food served right to your seat? We do that too!

with Concession £20.00

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Family Membership £37.50 All memberships are valid for 12 months from the time of purchase. How to join: To get your Firestation Membership please visit our website and fill out the short registration form or call us on 01753 866 865.

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The Firestation centre for arts and culture is housed in The Old Court, Windsor's old Firestation, Magistrates Court & Police Station. You'll find us on the corner of St Leonards Road & St Marks Road, look for the big red fire doors and red railings. On Foot & Bike From Windsor Castle, go straight down Peascod Street until you reach the Criterion & Crosses Corner pubs at the traffic lights. Go straight across and keep heading down, past East Berkshire College on your right, you should be able to see us, all red and shiny, on the right side of the road. By Train We are a fifteen minute walk from Windsor & Eton Riverside Station or ten minutes from Windsor Central Station. By Bus The Firestation is well served by buses to and from Windsor, Slough, Bracknell and the surrounding area. Routes 71, 191, 200, 701 & 702 either go right by us or very near by. By Car The Firestation is within easy reach of the M4 (Jct 6) and M40 (Jct 2). We have a number of inexpensive short stay bays opposite The Firestation offering discounts for Advantage Card holders. A parking space at the rear of the building is available for Disabled Badge holders plus a limited number of spaces are kindly made available to us from 7pm (please check on arrival). Nearest multi-storey car park is situated 5 minutes away on the corner of Victoria Road and Alexandra Road. Access The Auditorium and Upper Bar are accessible by wheelchair and there is a designated disabled parking space and access ramp at the rear of the building. Opening Times 10am to Midnight Monday to Saturday - 10am to 11pm Sunday Box Office Visit us at The Firestation to book tickets and find out more about our events. Our Box Office is open: Non event nights Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm Event nights Mon - Sat 10am - start of the event Sun - 1hr before the start of the event alternatively call us on 01753 866865 email: boxoffice@firestationartscentre.com Don't forget you can book online anytime by visiting www.firestationartscentre.com New events are added regularly so please check.

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