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JANUARY - MAY 2012
Buddy Holly’s Winter Dance Party
The Beat
Fri, Feb 10
Sat, Mar 3
p11
Peatbog Fairies
p15
Sat, Mar 17
p16
WELCOME A New Year brings renewed optimism and fresh challenges for us all. At The Grand we strive to continuously keep improving our programme and make every year better - and busier - than the last. Tough economic times will make 2012 a particularly challenging year. We hope to minimise the effect of this by offering our customers the best possible value and service.
My daughters saw the panto on thursday with their school(St Michaels and St Johns,Clitheroe)and had a wonderful time, thanks to The Grand who made it a day to remember!
This is reflected by our competitive pricing for events and our “No Booking Fees” policy, even for purchases via our website. We can also offer our valued customers a range of events where you can bring under 16s FREE of charge, thereby making it a family night out for no extra cost. Everything in this Guide is correct at the time of going to print. There will possibly be additions to the programme as we creep closer to spring. Please keep an eye out for our monthly listings flyers, The Grandstand newspaper, the local press and our website, to keep on top of all information. We hope you find plenty of interest in the coming months and look forward to welcoming you to one or more of our shows. The Grand Team.
Russ Hastings (From The Jam) - “It goes without saying, lovely to be back. The most warm, heartfelt crowd you’ll ever get”
The Grand is a registered charity (no 1111102) focused on providing opportunities to the youth of the Ribble Valley as well as offering a broad-based arts programme for the region. Also, with the help of fund-raising support from the local community, The Grand directly supports the Solomon Project, providing school meals for over 5200 children in Eldoret, Kenya. 2
Matt Schofield - “What a wonderful surprise, The Grand was the last date on our tour and the best of all the venues we played.”
JANUARY 2 ___Heaven in the Afternoon New Year party 6TH ___Lunchtime Live returns 7TH ___Backstage P.A.S.S / Take Five returns 7TH ___Film and Food night: Water For Elephants 10TH ___Ladies Film Night: One Day 13TH ___Ribcaged: Wind in the Willows 14TH ___Wind in the Willows (matinee) 14TH ___Acoustic Village: Wilful Missing + guests 20TH ___GRAB semi-final (1) 21ST ___The Hollywood Bees 27TH ___GRAB semi-final (2) 28TH ___Rock The Grand 29TH ___Heaven in the Afternoon 31ST ___Film: The Bicycle Diaries ND
FEBRUARY 3 ___GRAB: The Event (Final) 4TH ___Chantel McGregor 7TH ___Ladies Film Night: Made in Dagenham 10TH ___Buddy Holly’s Winter Dance Party 11TH ___CRGS Swing Band 14TH ___The Owl who was Afraid of the Dark 14TH ___Valentine’s Night Film: Crazy Stupid Love 15TH ___The Adventures of TinTin 17TH ___Catwalk with Confidence 18TH ___The Leisure Society 20TH ___A Variety Spectacular 20-24TH ___Saltmine Theatre for Schools 21ST ___Film: Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy 24TH ___GRAB: The Event Awards Evening 25TH ___CASH: A Tribute to Johnny Cash 26TH ___Heaven in the Afternoon 28TH ___Film Night RD
MARCH 2 ___Chernobyl Children Charity Fundraiser 3RD ___The Beat 6TH ___Ladies Film Night: 7TH ___An Evening with Martin Bell 9TH ___N-R-G 10TH ___Walter Trout 13TH ___Film: 14TH ___Great Expectations 15TH ___Nazareth 17TH ___Peatbog Fairies 20TH ___Film: 21-23RD ___Bowland School: Sound of Music 24TH ___Wingates Brass Band 25TH ___Heaven in the Afternoon 27TH ___Film: 30TH ___Billy Fury Show 31ST ___Show Me Show Me / Grands 4th Birthday ND
APRIL 3RD ___Ladies Film Night 7TH ___Wilko Johnson 10TH ___Film Night 13TH ___Jimmy Cricket 14TH ___Acoustic Village 16TH ___We’ll Meet Again 17TH ___Film Night 21ST ___Family Cabaret Evening 22ND ___Stars from Strictly 24TH ___Romeo and Juliet 25TH ___Romeo and Juliet 27TH ___The Voice of Roy Orbison 28TH ___Romeo and Juliet 29TH ___Heaven in The Afternoon * Information correct at time of print, programme may be subject to change.
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REGULAR CLASSES AND COURSES
The Grand hosts a number of regular events, classes and courses on a weekly basis.
TUESDAYS The Grand Choir meet every Tuesday night for rehearsal at 7pm. Sessions cost £4 and include tea and coffee (in Live Room 1). **please contact Geraldine Woodworth at geraldine.woodworth@thegrandvenue.co.uk or (01200 421599) for more details.
WEDNESDAYS Come Dancing – ballroom dancing for all abilities led by our experienced instructor Victoria Heys. Beginners - 9.15am-10.15am - inc tea/coffee (£3 per session) Auditorium Improvers - 10.30am-11.30am - inc tea/coffee (£3 per session) Auditorium
THURSDAYS Bumps & Babies Weekly meeting organised by the NCT for young mums and their little ones. Starts 10.30am
Streetfeet Contemporary street dancing for young people (£4 per session). This weekly session works towards a public performance at the end of each term – Auditorium 2-5yrs 4.30 - 5pm 9-11yrs 6 - 7pm
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6-8yrs 5.15 - 6pm 12+7 - 8pm
(£4 per session) Please contact The Grand’s Healthy Lifestyle co-ordinator Zoe Pickard (01200 421599 or zoe.pickard@thegrandvenue.co.uk)
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SATURDAY Backstage P.A.S.S CALLING ALL YOUNG PERFORMERS A new season of Backstage P.A.S.S – The Grand’s performing arts school for young people that meet every Saturday morning – convenes for a new term on Saturday, January 7th, 2012. There are still vacancies for the 12-week term that runs until March 23rd. The price for a full 12-week term is £252 (siblings can attend for 50% of the price) and parents have the option of paying in two installments (50% on week 1 and 50% on week 7).@ For further information, or to register, please contact Matt Evans or Emma Holmes (the new principal of Backstage P.A.S.S) by phoning: 01200 421599 or emailing emma.holmes@ thegrandvenue.co.uk.
COMING SOON...EVERY TUESDAY Following the success of our Ladies Film Nights and one-off specialist Film and Food nights and documentary screenings, The Grand is looking forward to bringing you films every Tuesday evening, from February. We will also continue to bring you budget family screenings during school holidays and on occasional weekends. Please look out for updates to our programme in the local press and on our website (www.thegrandvenue.co.uk). Sat Jan 7 - Water For Elephants | Tue Feb 7 - Made in Dagenham Tue Jan 10 - One Day | Feb 14 - Tailor Tinker Soldier Spy
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LUNCHTIME LIVE 2012
2012 Lunchtime Live line up January to June JANUARY 6th 13th 20th 27th
John Wickham Trio Mark Lewis Trio + Guests Reg-Dee (Smooth Jazz 4) Eric Ainsworth Quartet with Lyn Fairbanks
FEBRUARY 4th 11th 18th 25th
Harlem’s Disciples Teddy Taylor & Frank Flynn Jeriatric Jazz Eric Ainsworth Quartet with Lyn Fairbanks
MARCH 2nd 9th 16th 23rd 30th
Henry Botham Trio Mark Lewis Trio + guests Reg-Dee (Smooth Jazz 4) 3 Musikateers Eric Ainsworth Quartet with Lyn Fairbanks
APRIL
Eric Ainsworth Quartet with Lyn Fairbanks
6th
Good friday – VENUE CLOSED
13th 20th 27th
Harlem’s Disciples Teddy Taylor & Frank Flynn Eric Ainsworth Quartet with Lyn Fairbanks
MAY 4th 11th 18th 25th
Mark Lewis Trio & guests (RV Jazz Festival launch) Dorian Ford Trio plays the repertoire of Bill Evans Jazz Dawgs Eric Ainsworth Quartet with Lyn Fairbanks
JUNE 1st 8th 15th 22nd 29th
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New residency for weekly jazz session
Jeriatric Jazz Reg-Dee (Smooth Jazz 4) Teddy Taylor & Frank Flynn Loretta Scott with Tom Kincaid and Ken Marley Eric Ainsworth Quartet with Lyn Fairbanks
The Grand’s weekly jazz session, Lunchtime Live, looks forward to welcoming the Eric Ainsworth Quartet with Lyn Fairbanks as monthly residents in 2012. Clitheroe resident Eric continues to delight audiences at his local venue, as pianist and band leader, to an accomplished band featuring Jimmy Scaife (drums), Jimmy Thompson (tenor sax/clarinet) and a range of special guest double bass players. Delightful and popular vocalist Lyn Fairbanks will also appear with the band on the last Friday in each month. The Grand’s “Lunchtime Live” session takes place every Friday between 12 noon and 2pm. A food and drinks menu with weekly specials is offered and music starts at 12.30pm prompt. Visitors are encouraged to pre-book their seats, particular for popular sessions. Attendees are allocated a time slot for the serving of lunch. Sessions are charged at £2 per person but The Grand Affinity Card holders can attend free of charge.
Mark Lewis Trio Good times roll when the MLT come into town. Pianist Ed Lomax has plenty of tricks and regular special guests up his sleeve to keep this session more than capable of a few surprises, to go with the consummate musicianship.
Jeriatric Jazz Well seasoned quintet playing mainstream and bebop with star vocalist.
Ted Taylor & Frank Flynn
Other regular groups
Ted and Frank are muchloved musicians and popular personalities on the North West jazz scene. Their concerts take the form of a dual piano performance and are always well subscribed.
Reg-Dee Smooth Jazz 4 Performing treats from the Great American Songbook, this smooth jazz ensemble, fronted by Dee Doyle’s enchanting vocals, never fail to win the crowd over.
Henry Botham Trio Jazz / Stride pianist with a hard swinging trio covering original material and arrangements of old standards and obscure material. *Tickets £2 on the door. Advanced booking recommended. Music starts 12:30 prompt.
Harlem’s Disciples Formed by the drummer of the internationally known Swing Commanders “Dr” Mark Warburton, Harlem’s Disciples is a jazz quartet performing a cross section of jazz including standards, Latin and Bebop, featuring Munch Manship (saxophone), Ollie Collins (double bass) and Paul Kilvington (piano).
John Wickham Trio Ex CRGS student, flamboyant jazz/blues pianist John continues to feature with his new band, based at The University of Huddersfield. His concerts are sure to include a variety of influences and a healthy dash of showmanship.
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JANUARY
Soul
Heaven in the Afternoon - New Year Party Mon Jan 2 This quality monthly soul session brings in the New Year in style on the Bank Holiday Monday. Selections from across the soul spectrum featuring Heaven in the Afternoon’s resident DJs. A must-attend for lovers of Northern, Modern and Motown. Doors 3pm-8pm (£6 adv)
Film/Food
Film & Food Night: Water For Elephants Sat Jan 7 A veterinary student abandons his studies after his parents are killed and joins a traveling circus as their vet. Doors 7pm (Food served: 7.15pm, screening 8pm; £12.50 inc food / £6 film only)
Film
Ladies Film Night - One Day Tue Jan 10 After spending the night together on the night of their college graduation Dexter and Em are shown each year on the same date to see where they are in their lives. They are sometimes together, sometimes not, on that day. Doors 7pm (£12.50adv). Cabaret seating
Theatre
Wind in the Willows Fri Jan 13 & Sat 14 Jan Ribcaged Productions and The Grand present an adaptation of this classic family tale by Kenneth Grahame. Fri: Doors 6.45pm, Stage 7.15pm (£12 adults/£6 U18s/Family of 4 £30) Sat: Doors 2.15pm, Stage 2.30pm (£12 adults / £6 U18s/Family of 4 £30) Seated
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Pop / Folk
Acoustic Village 9 Sat Jan 14 Four-act acoustic night featuring Wilful Missing, an emerging group who create beautifully arranged songs with a wealth of instruments, and whose early work has been used on BBC TV series Waterloo Road. Additional guests to be confirmed. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£5adv/U16s Free)
Pop
The Hollywood Bees “The Music of The Hollies” Sat Jan 21 Superior tribute specialists The Hollywood Bees recollect one of the North West’s favourite pop groups, The Hollies (especially the early Hollies years of Nash and Clarke). The group also dedicate part of the show to Bob Dylan in the Hollies harmony style and Crosby Stills and Nash. www.holliestribute.com. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£12adv)
Performing Arts
GRAB: The Event Fri Jan 20 Ribble Valley’s inter-school talent show semi-finals featuring performers from local high schools. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£6/£4adv)
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Pop Performing Arts
Rock/Pop
GRAB: The Event
Rock The Grand
Fri Jan 27
Sat Jan 28
The second semi-final of the Ribble Valley’s inter-school talent show, featuring performers from local high schools.
Four breaking bands from the North West deliver a night of explosive pop and rock
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£6/£4adv)
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£3adv/U16s Free) Standing
Soul
Heaven in the Afternoon Sun Jan 29 Following the New Year Party, resident soul session returns to its resident slot on the last Sunday of the month. This popular event is a must-attend for lovers of Northern, Modern and Motown. Doors 3pm-8pm (£6adv) Standing
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FEBRUARY
Performing Arts
GRAB: The Event (Final) Fri Feb 3 All the glitz of finals night where proceeds raised go to charity, Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (Tickets released after SFs)
Rock/Blues
Chantel McGregor + support Sat Feb 4 In September 2011, Chantel’s rising profile was officially recognised by being voted ‘Young Artist Of The Year’ at the British Blues Awards. This talented young musician from Bradford has taken to the life of a touring performer with consummate ease, and her blues / rock repertoire is sure to delight fans of either idiom. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£10adv/U16s Free) Standing/Seated Rock/Pop
The Buddy Holly’s Winter Dance Party Fri Feb 10 Buddy Holly’s Winter Dance Party recreates that historic last tour of Buddy Holly. Starring Marc Robinson (‘Stars in Your Eyes’ and ‘The Buddy Holly Story’) as Buddy and featuring the country’s best Ritchie Valens, Big Bopper and Dion tribute artistes with support from The Counterfeit Crickets. This superbly authentic show is packed full of 40 rock n roll hits. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£15adv/U18s £8) Seated
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Jazz
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School Swing Band Sat Feb 11 In association with Ribble Valley Jazz and Blues Club, the CRGS swing band, led by band leader Nigel Spooner, will be returning to The Grand for a session of popular Big Band standards, to kick-start another calendar year of evening jazz concerts in Clitheroe. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£8 Adults, U16s £4) Seated 12
Theatre
Folk
Blunderbus Theatre presents:
The Leisure Society + support
Tue Feb 14
Sat Feb 18
The well loved story of Plop - a baby Barn Owl - who was AFRAID of the DARK. Based on the best-selling children’s book by Jill Tomlinson.
The Leisure Society’s gentle indie anthems revel in acoustic guitars, pianos, harps and infectious melodies. This date is rescheduled from the autumn after the band took up the support slot for Laura Marling.
Doors 11am & 2pm (£10 Adults, £5 U16s) Seated
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£8.50adv) Standing/Seated
Theatre
GRAB: The Event Awards Evening Fri Feb 24 A special one-off event sponsored by The Clitheroe Lions to recognise the stars of GRAB, the recent High Schools talent competition. Ticket details to be released after the finals night. Doors 7pm Seated
Rock/Pop
CASH – 80th birthday celebration of Johnny Cash Sat Feb 25 On the weekend of the 80th birthday celebration of the late American singing legend Johnny Cash, the Grand is delighted to present the highest rated tribute to him on the tour circuit. Ben, aka CASH, has effortlessly recreated the sound, vibe and appeal of the master himself and is backed by a full 6-piece band of star repute. Variety Show
A Variety Spectacular
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£10 adv) Seated
Mon Feb 20 Matinee spectacular hosted by compere / comedian Des Day and featuring singers and comedy acts. Doors 2pm (£8.50 inc tea/ biscuits at the interval) Seated
Soul
Heaven in the Afternoon Sun Feb 26 Wall to wall soul music featuring Heaven in the Afternoon’s resident DJs. This well attended monthly session is a must-attend for lovers of Northern, Modern and Motown. Doors 3-8pm (£6adv) Standing 13
MARCH Charity
Chernobyl Children Charity Fundraiser Fri Mar 2 Leading local Choirs including Ribblesdale and Blackburn Peoples’ Choir - take to the stage at this fund-raising event for the Chernobyl Children charity. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£10 adults/U18s £5)
Theatre
Horse and Bamboo present: Red Riding Hood Sat Mar 3 A young girl, a hungry wolf, and a walk through the woods - it sounds like a recipe for disaster, but Red Riding Hood’s not scared… well maybe she’s a little bit scared. Horse + Bamboo present a gorgeously rendered re-telling of the classic girl-and-the-wolf tale. Doors 1.45pm, Show 2pm (£10/U18’s £5) Seated 14
Ska / Pop
The Beat + support Sat Mar 3 Two-tone ska revivalists The Beat combine their old classics with some brand new material. Ranking Roger, Everett, Saxa and Neil Deathridge combine with Tony O’Donnell, Andy Pearson, Dave ‘Blockhead’ Wright and Roger’s son Murphy to make up the new The Beat lineup. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (support) (£15adv) Standing
Film
Ladies Film Night: Love and Other Drugs Tue Mar 6 A woman suffering from Parkinson’s befriends a drug rep working for Pfizer against 1990s Pittsburgh backdrop. Doors 7pm (£12.50adv inc food)
Talk
An Evening with Martin Bell Wed Mar 7 This evening appearance of Martin Bell in Clitheroe promises to shed light on the fascinating career of the former BBC TV foreign correspondent and independent MP. The event will also raise money for Martin’s nominated charity , Help For Heroes. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£10adv)
Rock / Pop
Walter Trout + support Sat Mar 10 One of the world’s great guitarists. The former lead guitar player with John Mayall Blues Breakers, John Lee Hooker and Canned Heat, now celebrating his 20th year as a solo recording artist in his own right with the chart-busting album ‘Common Ground’. His live shows are mesmerising, his guitar technique dazzling and his rapport with fans both funny and intense. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.45pm (support) (£20adv) Standing
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Theatre
Great Expectations Wed Mar 14 This fast-paced, moving and novel re-making of Charles Dickens’ Great Expectations is brought to you by Hotbuckle Productions. The brilliantly acted production is a clever and novel re-birth of a famous classic that does not fail to grip you through its contemporary approach.
Rock / Pop
Nazareth Thur Mar 15 Coming out of Scotland in the late 60s as part of the initial British hard rock invasion, Nazareth combined the cementmixer vocals of singer and frontman Dan McCafferty with the power chord-driven music which remains their forte today. Three decades is nothing when you are talking about genuine rock and roll for the ages.
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£10/ U16s £5) Seating
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm, (£17.50adv) Standing
Folk / World
Peatbog Fairies + support
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Brass Band
Wingates Brass Band
Sat Mar 17
Sat Mar 24
Based on the Isle of Skye, the Peatbog Faeries have been described as ‘the future of Celtic dance music’. They incorporate many influences, taking them from traditional jigs and reels through jazz, hip hop, reggae and more. This is high octane Celtic dance music so be prepared to dance!
Formed in 1873, the world famous ‘Wingates’ have forged a reputation as one of the great virtuoso brass bands. They have won four National Championships and seven British Open titles and performed in many great venues, including the Houses of Parliament and St Paul’s Cathedral.
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£14.50adv/U16s Free) Standing
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£13.50/£11.50 concession)
Soul
Heaven in the Afternoon Sun Mar 25 Wall to wall soul music featuring Heaven in the Afternoon’s resident DJs. This well attended monthly session is a must-attend for lovers of Northern, Modern and Motown. Doors 3-8pm (£6adv) Standing
Pop
The Billy Fury Years Fri Mar 30 Billy Fury had more Decca hits than any other recording artist and he equalled The Beatles 24 chart hits with 332 weeks in the UK Charts. In this sensational show, Michael King, who portrayed the role of Billy in the ‘Buddy Holly 50th Anniversary Tour’ relives The Billy Fury Years with a performance that has been hailed by critics as ‘the best Fury since Fury’. Doors 7pm, 7.30pm stage (£16.50adv) Family
Chris and Pui Roadshow Sat Mar 31 Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee have been the main faces on CBeebies since it started and remain top of the tots with their “Show Me Show Me” show screened every weekday. Their fabulous new roadshow, packed with fantastic songs, games and a few surprises along the way, comes the chance to meet with them and have autographs signed. 11am and 2.30pm (£12adults/U18s £10)
Variety
The Grand’s 4th Birthday Sat Mar 31 A very special surprise evening of events will celebrate the venue’s 4th anniversary Doors 7pm, Tickets (TBC)
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APRIL Rock/Pop
Wilko Johnson Sat Apr 7 The original Dr Feelgood guitarist, Johnson’s choppy guitar style and interesting dress sense kept pub-rock rocking the pubs during the 1970s. Following a stint with Ian Dury and The Blockheads, the Wilko Johnson Band was formed with ex-Blockhead Norman Watt-Roy on bass and Dylan Howe on drums, adding up to one of the most exciting r’n’b bands in the world today. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£17.50adv) Standing
Comedy
Acoustic
Jimmy Cricket
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Fri Apr 13
Sat Apr 14
Jimmy Cricket is back on tour with his wonderful, family friendly, “Great Value for a Tenner” show. Jimmy is without doubt a comedy icon, he holds the hearts of all those that were original fans of his television and radio shows
A special night of music marks the 10th edition of The Grand’s dedicated night for folk and acoustic enthusiasts.
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£10/ U16s £5) Seated
Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£7.50 adults, U16s Free) Seated
Variety
We’ll Meet Again Mon Apr 16 This record breaking touring show clocks up an amazing 10th year on the road in 2011. This Wartime Cavalcade includes a celebration of the music and entertainment round the time of the Queen’s Coronation, to celebrate her Diamond Jubilee. Doors 1.30pm, Stage 2pm (£12.50 OAP £10.50) Seated
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Variety
Family Cabaret Evening Sat Apr 21 An evening of family entertainment courtesy of the talented young people of the Ribble Valley. Doors 6.45pm, Stage 7.15pm Seated
Dance
Stars from Strictly Sun Apr 22 BBC TV stars of Strictly Come Dancing – Katya Virshilas and Pasha Kovalev - appear in an special one-off night of exhibition dance, with special guests. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (SOLD OUT)
Theatre
Romeo and Juliet Tue, Wed & Sat Apr 24, 25 & 28 Ribcaged Productions, which brought an adaptation of ‘Oliver Twist’ to The Grand in October to popular acclaim, is back in April to bring a new ‘Romeo and Juliet’ to Clitheroe. The fable of the ‘star-crossed lovers’ is often known through film and fiction, using the timeless story to explore young love, destiny, family relationships and tragedy. This fast-paced, modern adaptation takes these themes and presents them in an enjoyable and accessible way for both young and old. Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£12/£6)
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May Bank Holiday Weekend
May Day Bank Holiday means the Ribble Valley Jazz Festival and The Grand is delighted to once again be one of the major hosting venues of this annual music weekend.
Jazz
Living Music Ensemble presents: The Smartest Giant In Town Sat May 5 Delightful musical score and combined narrative for this popular children’s story by Children’s lareaute Julia Donaldson “The Smartest Giant in Town”. Family friendly. Doors 2.15pm / 2.30pm (£10 / £5 U18s) *Free workshop from 1pm at The Grand.
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Jazz
Clare Teal (and her musicians) Sunday, May 6th They don’t come much bigger or better than this multi-award winning jazz vocalist whose numerous accolades include “Jazz Vocalist of the Year”, three times running. Clare Teal is a mega talented jazz singer and songwriter, whose influences range from Ella Fitzgerald to Cole Porter and Noel Coward, she has also become a leading voice on BBC Radio 2, as host for a number of shows including “Big Band Special”, “Friday Night is Music Night” and also “Sunday Night at 10”. Clare’s live performances include popular jazz standards, as well as more contemporary covers and her original material. Doors 7.15pm, Stage 8pm
Jazz
Ribble Valley Jazz Festival presents: St Christopher’s School Band and Blackburn Youth Jazz Band Sun May 6 A performance from two of the best young jazz bands from the region Doors 12.30pm, Stage 1pm (£8 / £4 U18s) Jazz
Kirsty Almeida and The Troubadours Mon May 7 This talented Gibrolta born vocalist leads her outfit in playing a soulful fusion of folk, jazz and blues to wrap up the festival in style. Doors 2.30pm, Stage 3pm (£12 adults / £10 concs / Under 18s free)
Festival concerts at The Atrium, Clitheroe Caste
(Tickets available at The Grand Box office)
Ed Kainyek Quartet
Dub Jazz Sound System
Giddy Gringos
Friday, May 4th Doors 7.30pm, Stage 8pm (£10/£5)
Saturday, May 5th Doors 7.30pm, Stage 8pm (*£10/£5)*£12 discount on these two shows
Monday, May 7th Doors 1pm (FREE)
Marley Chingus Saturday, May 5th Doors 4pm, Stage 4.30pm (*£10/£5)
John Wickham Trio & guests Sunday, May 6th Doors 3.30pm, Stage 4pm (£5/U18s free)
There will also be a number of dinner jazz performances and free concerts held througout the weekend. For full details, check www.rvjazzandblues.co.uk and separately publicity 21
NOW SELLING
Folk
Heidi Talbot Trio Sat May 20 Heidi Talbot with John McCusker and Boo Hewerdine Doors 7pm Folk/Rock
Shooglenifty + Support Sat May 26 The kings of the new Scottish groove, this popular and partyfied six-piece make a a much demanded return to Clitheroe Doors 7pm, Stage 7.30pm (£13.50adv) Folk/Youth
Conservatoire Folk Ensemble Wed May 30 Led by Joe Broughton, with an amazing show of skill and boundless enthusiasm, these 45 young musicians perform a mixture of British and European Folk. Doors 7pm (£6/£3 conc) Soul
The Sounds of the Supremes Sun June 10 Original vocalist from the Supremes of the 1970s, Karen Raagland heads up this full US line-up, reeling off all the hits from The Supremes extensive back catalogue. Doors 7pm (£20adv) Soul
Ratpack 10th Anniversary Fri & Sat Sept 14 & 15 The UK’s leading Ratpack touring night drops in as part of the 10th year anniversary celebrations Doors 7pm (£20adv) 22
EXTENDED AFFINITY OFFER Purchase an Affinity card before January 2012 and receive a JOINT membership for just £15. BENEFITS INCLUDE;
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Discounted tickets to all events for you and a friend Entry in to The Grand’s quarterly Forum First look at the new events line-up And much more.....
To enquire about an affinity card contact Gemma Vaughan on 01200 421599 or e-mail gemma.vaughan@thegrandvenue.co.uk
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR 2012 JUNE 1ST ___Queen’s Jubilee 2ND ___Queen’s Jubilee 10TH ___Sounds of the Supremes 16TH ___Lancashire Hotpots 22ND ___LF Golf Day 23RD ___G2 Genesis
JULY 6 ___Bowland Dance Dynamix 7TH ___Lancashire Hot Pots 14TH ___Think Floyd 28TH ___The Soul Train TH
SEPTEMBER 14 ___Ratpack 10th Anniversary 15TH ___Ratpack 10th Anniversary
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Ticket booking By phone from 01200 421599 Or on-line via The Grand website www.thegrandvenue.co.uk Or www.wegottickets.com In person from The Grand Box Office Mon to Sat 9am-5pm *please note The Grand Box Office is also open during all events. The Grand does not charge a booking fee on tickets purchased through its website or directly from the venue. Other info: Concessions, where stated, are available for children (U 18s), students and adults over 60 years of age. We regret that not all events have concessions applicable.
Refunds The Grand regrets it cannot refund tickets once they have been paid for. However, in certain circumstances, ticket exchanges may be possible. Seating The Grand auditorium is a flexible space used for a variety of purposes. It is seated only on a temporary basis for appropriate concerts and shows.Reserved seating can only be allocated for visitors with disabilities, along with a carer or chaperone (please notify the Box Office in advance).As such, we regret it is not possible to make specific seat reservations in advance (for seated or standing/seated concerts). Seats are allocated on a firstcome, first-served based. Great efforts have gone into providing a room with an unobstructed view of the stage and the highest possible level of acoustic quality throughout. Access The Grand’s main entrance on York Street is ramped and lifts give access to all levels. Please inform us of any access requirements you may have when booking. An induction loop is provided throughout the venue. Visitors with hearing aids can make use of this facility by switching their hearing aid to the ‘T’ position. Guide dogs are welcome. Please contact us in advance to arrange. Parking can be reserved for visitors of the venue who may have disabilities (or their chaperones). To reserve your parking arrangements before the show please call 01200 421599 and our receptionist will be more than happy to assist you. Adapted toilets are available just off the main auditorium floor, and on the ground floor (accessible by lift from reception area). If you have any special requirments for seating please call the venue.
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For further information please contact us in one of the following ways: Our email address is hello@thegrandvenue.co.uk Our telephone number is 01200 421599 Our website is www.thegrandvenue.co.uk You can find us at The Grand 18 York Street Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 2DL This publication is a guide to the ticketed shows and events held at The Grand, Clitheroe. Please look out for “Grandstand” the venue’s free newspaper - for more in-depth interviews with guest artists and for more information about The Grand’s community, schools’ and family events. Thank you to Kristien Cooper for the photography throughout this booklet.
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