The Hawth Crawley June-September 2019

What’s on june – september 2019 BOX OFFICE: 01293 553636 BOOK ONLINE: HAWTH.CO.UK

Welcome

to The Hawth’s new season.

Season Highlights

packed with shows to keep you entertained over the coming months.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

16 June

Americana Live

23 June

July/August

Shlomo’s Outdoor Theatre Beatbox Adventure

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2 & 3 July

Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom

7 September

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COntents 04 Access 05-40 Live Entertainment 41 On Screen 42 Dance Studio 43 Hawth Youth Theatre 43 Arts & Wellbeing

44 The Loft 45 Visual Arts BILL KENWRIGHT presents 46 Booking Information Cabaret 47 How to find us book by JOE MASTEROFF music by JOHN KANDER lyrics by FRED based on the play by JOHN VAN DRUTEN and stories by CHRISTOPHER ISHERW 48 Calendar directed by

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Access BSL Interpreted Performances

Relaxed Performances

The Mousetrap Thu 25 April 7.30pm

We’re Going On A Bear Hunt Wed 8 May 10.30am Dick Whittington Fri 3 January 2pm

(Signer: Nicola Williams)

Cabaret Fri 20 September 7.30pm (Signer: Donna Ruane) Annie Fri 25 October 7.30pm (Signer: Karen Ward-Welch) Dick Whittington

(Signer: Emma Isted)

15 December 5.30pm

Audio Described Performances

The Mousetrap Sat 27 April 2.30pm Cabaret Sat 21 September 2.30pm Annie Sat 26 October 2.30pm Dick Whittington Wed 18 December 5.30pm

A specially designed performance adapted to reduce anxiety and create a supportive atmosphere for people with autism spectrum conditions, learning disabilities and other sensory and communication disorders.

Patrons with additional needs are welcome at any performance in the theatre, however, if you think you or your companions would enjoy a more relaxed environment, this performance offers specific support for you.

This brochure is available in large print, Braille, CD and emailed text versions on request from the Box Office. An audio version is also available at hawth.co.uk on the Access page.

Audio Description begins 15 minutes before the performance. Headsets must be reserved at least a week (2 weeks for Aladdin) before the performance.

Summer School Auditions

Sat 4 May

A chance for 7-18 year olds to work with professional directors and choreographers in a fun-filled fortnight and perform in a truly magical show on the main stage at The Hawth!

More details from Box Office via hawth.co.uk

1.30-3pm 7-11 year olds (registration from 1pm)

Tickets: £275 (THYT/Siblings £250).

Price includes show t-shirt and professionally produced DVD of performance

3.30-5pm 12 - 18 year olds (registration from 3pm) No need to pre-register just turn up on the day (please email hawthyt@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk with any questions).

Summer School dates: Mon 5 - Fri 16 August 10am-4.30pm

Don’t MISS

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Mon 22 - Sat 27 April

Sat 4 May

Kevin Clifton in

Burn The Floor Tue 7 & Wed 8 May

Thu 9 May

Vincent Simone & Ian Waite:

‘Quite simply, the best family show I’ve seen’

The Ballroom Boys

Sky Arts

re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen Photo credit: Lesley Cook Headshots. Photo includes previous cast members

Based on the much-loved picture book by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury

Pre-Theatre Dining

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Enjoy a meal before the show in our restaurant with freshly cooked delicious food. Main courses (£14.50), two courses (£20.50) or three course (£26.50) are served from two hours before the show.

Each booking comes with the added benefit of returning to your reserved table in the interval to enjoy a drink or ice cream!

Lunchtime dining Visit us for a snack or a lunchtime treat. We offer a range of teas, coffees, sandwiches, snacks and meals.

Open Mon-Fri 10.30am-2pm (bank holidays subject to performances).

Free wi-fi is available throughout the building.

VIP Experience Make a night of it and enjoy a two course meal and more in our restaurant before evening performances.

Complimentary arrival drink (house wine, beer or soft drink), programme and ice cream, use of exclusive cloakroom facilities, plus a reserved table at the interval for just £29.50. Advance booking advised to secure table.

The Mousetrap Fri 26 & Sat 27 April Cabaret Fri 20 & Sat 21 September Annie Fri 25 & Sat 26 October

Afternoon Tea Join us in the Spotlight Room after a matinee performance for a hosted traditional afternoon tea with a selection of sandwiches, cakes, scones and hot drinks. Gluten free available on request. £14.95 per person.

Available after the following performances: The Mousetrap Wed 24 & Sat 27 April 2.30pm Cabaret Wed 18, Thu 19 & Sat 21 September 2.30pm Annie Wed 23, Thu 24 & Sat 26 October 2.30pm

Comedy Night Curry & Beer Why not join us for a delicious curry before you enjoy your comedy night?

Choose between a meat or vegetarian curry (with all the sides), as well as an ice cold beer, a small glass of house wine or a soft drink. £15 on the night or pre-book for £13.50.

Jimmy Carr (1 May), Julian Clary ( 5 June), Al Murray (7 June), Jimmy Carr (25 June), Mark Watson (19 July), Romesh Ranganathan (19-21 August), Jonathan Pie (17 October ), Ben Elton (15 November), Henning Wehn (30 November) and Ed Byrne (17 January).

We advise booking your table in advance to avoid disappointment, though we do welcome walk-ups on the night providing there is availability. Book by calling Box Office on 01293 553636.

Please note the kitchen closes 30 minutes before the performance.

starters Soup of the Day with warm sourdough bread Sloe Gin Cured Salmon with caper berries and beetroot puree Ham Hock Terrine with peas, caramelized onion and shards of toasted artisan bread Tomato and Mozzarella Tartlet with pungent pesto and and a chilli crumb (V) Cod and Chorizo Croquettes with an aioli dipping sauce

main course Roasted Loin of Pork set on herby mash, cider roasted apple, curly kale and cider and thyme sauce Home Beer Battered Cod fresh from the Sussex coast with fries and tartare sauce Classic Hawth Burger, 100% Aberdeen Angus beef burger griddled and served in a toasted brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, onion, burger sauce, sliced pickles and smoked Applewood Cheddar, served with a bucket of fries Pan-Seared Chicken Supreme with a bacon rosti creamed leeks and a Madeira veloute Wild Mushroom Mezzaluna Ravioli with a Cepe and sage cream sauce (V)

Desserts Spanish-style Churros filled with caramel and vanilla ice cream Strawberry and Malibu Cheesecake with drunken strawberry compote Lemon Meringue Tartlet with fresh raspberries Chocolate Delice with clotted cream Cheese Platter with grapes, apple and crackers (£2.50 supplement) (V) (V) Vegetarian Gluten Free available on request

Coming Soon - 12” Stone Baked Pizzas From May we’ll be adding a range of thin and crispy stone baked pizzas to the menu. Choose from 8 different pizzas made the traditional way using fresh, authentic Italian ingredients

Please inform your server of any dietary requirements before you place your order, rather than. Allergens information available on request Menu correct at time of writing but is subject to change due to availability of produce

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Mon 3 June 7.30pm, Theatre

Arrival: The Hits of ABBA This award-winning show brings to life the extraordinary songwriting talents of Benny and Bjorn. With fantastic harmonies, authentic costumes and first-class vocals and musicians, the high-energy production features ABBA’s best-loved hits including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, Voulez Vous, Waterloo, plus many more!

Tickets: £25

Tue 4 June 7.30pm, Theatre

Walk Right Back After a phenomenal sell out 2018 tour, Walk Right Back returns to tell the story of the most successful duo of all time - The Everly Brothers.

Featuring hits such as Bye Bye Love, All I Have To Do Is Dream and Cathy’s Clown, this unique concert-based musical entwines the wonderful, sad yet glorious story of The Everly Brothers around those trademark ‘harmonies from heaven’.

Tickets: £25

Wed 5 June 7.30pm, Theatre

Julian Clary: Born to Mince In this outrageously camp new show, Julian Clary will bare his soul as never before in the interests of light entertainment.

He’ll murder some well known songs along the way, no doubt, read you a sneak preview from his next memoir, A Night At the Lubricant and make withering remarks about punters foolish enough to sit in the front row.

You know the kind of thing. It’s the only life he knows.

Don’t miss out.

This might well be the final mince…

Suitable ages 16+

Tickets: £27.50 (discounts: £25.50) Curry and Beer Offer: See page 6.

Thu 6 June 7.30pm, Theatre

That’ll Be The Day Back by ever-growing popular demand, get ready to party as the UK’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety production returns with another opportunity to catch its latest massively popular show!

Featuring incredible live music performances, this hugely entertaining spectacular blends classic gold hits from the ‘50s, ‘60s & ‘70s, with bags of hilarious comedy!

Celebrating an entire era of timeless nostalgia, the production is now in its 33rd year of consecutive national touring, and is living proof that rock ‘n’ roll will never die!

Tickets: £28.50

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SOLD OUT

Fri 7 June 7.30pm, Theatre

Al Murray:

Landlord of Hope and Glory Citizens of Hope and Glory! Our new tomorrow beckons. A new tomorrow that smells reassuringly of yesterday, but with wifi.

Tickets: £30 Curry and Beer Offer: See page 6.

Sat 8 June 3pm, Theatre

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: Film Music Gala Nick Davies Conductor Tommy Pearson Presenter From swashbuckling pirates to gladiator battles, be transported to the exciting world of the silver screen in the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s Film Music Gala.

Hear your favourite scores from Jurassic Park, Avatar, Star Wars, Out of Africa, Gladiator, Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Great Escape!

Tickets: £16-£32. Child: £10

Pre-Show Talk 2pm An entertaining and illuminating talk prior to the concert.

Tickets: £4 Free to subscribers, Hawth Friends and under 16s

Sun 9 June 12noon-2.30pm, Spotlight

Jazz Lunch with

Shireen Francis A warm, engaging and soulful performer, Shireen Francis has developed her own unique blend of jazz with flavours of gospel, blues, calypso and reggae. Inspired by artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Dianne Reeves, Carmen Lundy and Etta James, this will be a varied and entertaining lunchtime session.

Enjoy fantastic music alongside a traditional roast with a choice of meats followed by a dessert of your choice.

Fish and vegetarian options available.

Advance booking essential.

‘Quite simply, one of the best British jazz vocalists of this generation’ BBC Radio

Tickets: £21.95

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Sun 9 June 3pm, Theatre

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The timeless classic has made its way off the page and onto the stage.

Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets, faithfully adapting four of Eric Carle’s stories, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Lonely Firefly and of course, the star of the show celebrating its 50th Birthday in 2019 - The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

Tickets: £13.50

Tue 11 June 7.30pm, Theatre

An Evening with

Harry Redknapp I’m A Celebrity King of the Jungle tells stories from his football days and his time in the jungle - expect an hilarious evening with a wealth of stories.

Tickets: £32.50 SOLD OUT

Wed 12 June 8pm, Theatre

The Horne Section: That’s How I Like My Tour They’ve had their own TV special at the London Palladium, they have an iTunes-chart-topping podcast and now they’re touring the country.

Following their hit BBC Radio 4 series, and many years of sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and London’s West End, five outstanding musicians, and one non-musical stand up present a night of comedy, songs, enthusiastic dancing and a lot of mucking about.

A unique show from the hugely talented band and Alex Horne, the creator and co-host of the Bafta and Emmy nominated Taskmaster.

Tickets: £27.50

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Thu 13 June 7.45pm, Studio

BOX OFFICE: 01293 553636

Skittish Warrior…

Confessions of a Club Comic

Shappi Khorsandi:

Comedian, author, cultural icon and - most recently - idiot who agreed to be tortured on I’m A Celebrity, Shappi is a woman of many parts.

A brand new show packed full of sharp-tongued gags and cultural observation, this is Shappi’s warts and all journey through the ’90s comedy scene, to breaking through on telly and then letting it all slip away.

Suitable ages 14+

Tickets: £17.50 Fri 14 June 7.30pm & 9.30pm, Theatre

Adam Kay:

This Is Going To Hurt (Secret Diaries of a Junior Doctor) Award-winning comedian Adam Kay shares entries from his diaries as a junior doctor in this ‘electrifying’ (Guardian) evening of stand-up and music.

The accompanying book is a bestseller, and is being turned into a major BBC series. Copies will be available to purchase and autograph after the performance.

Tickets: £27.50

‘Intersperses horror stories from the NHS frontline with a catalogue of sublimely silly spoof songs, and some blissfully brilliant wordplay’ Mail on Sunday Fri 14 June 7.45pm, Studio

Breakthrough Theatre

Marilyn

Marilyn Monroe. Did we really know who she was?

Did she?

This playful and poignant play is Marilyn’s story, told by her - alone in her dressing room. Not the girl in that white dress with the pouting red lips and the curvaceous figure but Marilyn stripped back and bare - just an ordinary girl telling her story.

Direct from its West End run, this brand new, onewoman show follows the dark and thrill-filled life of the iconic Marilyn Monroe.

Contains strong language and adult themes.

Tickets: £17 (discounts: £15)

‘Captivating from beginning to end’ Love London Theatre

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Sat 15 June 7.45pm, Studio

Catfish

UK and British Blues Award winners Catfish have carved a reputation for themselves as an excellent live band with a phenomenal frontman in 23 year old guitarist/vocalist Matt Long, who plays with a real passion for the blues.

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Blues Night

Tickets: £16 (unreserved) In association with Crawley Blues Club

Sat 15 June-6 July

2019 A collection of fantastic events with a great variety of leisure activities, live music, community projects and entertainment designed to celebrate Crawley’s wealth of talent and community pride.

This year’s festival will open with Crawley Sports Day in the Memorial Gardens and Queens Square on Saturday 15 June, concluding with High Street Live on Sunday 30 June where high-quality performances from local groups and solo artists entertain the crowds throughout the afternoon and evening.

During the week you can enjoy lunchtime musical concerts in St John’s Church, bandstand entertainment, Mainstage and Cultural Kitchen, Armed Forces Day and lots more.

The festival is keen to hear from any local individuals, groups or organisations with an event taking place at this time that could be included in the festival or who’d like to take part in the planned programme. Please contact events@crawley.gov.uk Keep up-to-date with the programme as it develops at crawleyfestival.co.uk

Sat 15 June 7.30pm, Theatre

Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll Show Join us in celebrating Marty Wilde’s 80th birthday with Eden Kane, Mike Berry, and The Wildcats with, Little Miss Sixties, Nancy Ann Lee in The Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll Show.

Teen idols of their day, Marty, Eden and Mike show us how rock ‘n’ roll with its fusion of sound and rhythm shaped the music that we listened to then and still do today.

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Tickets: £33.50

12 BOX OFFICE: 01293 553636 Sun 16 June 12noon-6pm, Foyer Dean Owens One of Scotland’s finest singer/songwriters armed with a searingly soulful voice, skilfully crafted stories and memorably heart-twisting melodies.

Porchlight Smoker A musically dazzling, foot-stomping, whooping, mind-blowing mix of bluegrass, folk, country and roots.

The Hardy Band Six piece folk-Americana band who create a fresh blend of melodic, foot stomping, country-pop.

Kezia Gill Singer/songwriter with a delicious mix of Irish and country influence and her own country blues vocal style.

The Jemima Price Band Drawing on country/Americana, folk and blues, the band is fronted by singer-songwriter Jemima Price with collaborator writer/guitarist Mirek Latosek.

Simon James A British Country Music Association nominee for Horizon Act Of The Year, popular on the country music festival circuit.

Society Sussex country rock band specialising in gorgeous three part harmonies.

Admission: Free In association with 22o5 Promotions

Sam Coe & The Long Shadows Country/Americana band whose 2018 debut album was released to critical acclaim.

Sun 16 June 3pm, Studio

Let’s All Dance

The Nutcracker Auditions On 17 December, twenty 8-12 year olds have a fantastic opportunity to dance in a professional ballet on The Hawth’s main stage when Let’s All Dance present a fresh version of this festive family treat.

To register your interest and find out more email info@lets-all-dance.co.uk with your name, email address, telephone number, your child’s name and age this December, ballet grade (not essential) or pick up a form from The Hawth Box Office. lets-all-dance.co.uk

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‘The best tribute I’ve ever seen’ Jon Bon Jovi

Sun 16 June 7.30pm, Theatre

Bon Jovi Experience The world’s first and finest tribute to the great Bon Jovi and the only tribute to have been requested by and to have performed live on stage with Jon Bon Jovi himself.

Tickets: £24

Tue 18 June 7.30pm, Theatre

Some Guys Have All The Luck

The Rod Stewart Story Capturing the excitement, energy and charisma that have made Rod a true rock icon, including those infamous moves and all the hits including Handbags & Gladrags, Maggie May, Baby Jane, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?, Sailing, Tonight’s The Night, The First Cut Is The Deepest, and You’re In My Heart.

Tickets: £25

Wed 19 June 7pm, Studio Wed 19 June 7.30pm, Theatre

The Rocket Man

A Tribute to Sir Elton John A tribute to multi-Grammy award-winning legend and superstar.

A musical journey charting the rise to fame of one of the biggest selling artists of all time, combining breathtaking performances, flamboyant costumes, and a dazzling light show.

Thrill to all the hits including Crocodile Rock, Are You Ready for Love, I’m Still Standing, I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues, Tiny Dancer, Your Song and of course Rocket Man.

Tickets: £25.50 (discounts: £24)

Mind the Gap

Have you ever wondered why Transport for London is so keen for you to mind the gap on the underground or why people always move so quickly as they step across to board the train? You might assume it’s due to the dangers of the electrical currents or risks of injury. You’d be wrong.

The gap between the platform and the train is actually a gateway to an alternative London where Victoria still reigns, where Broadway songs play on loop in Ealing, where there is an elephant and a castle , a court ruled by a very cross king, and let’s not forget the Angel at Islington...

Join performers from across Crawley for a trip to the ‘other London underground’.

A Crawley Festival event (ameteur)

Tickets: £7 (child: £5) A portion of the ticket sales will be donated to the Mayor’s charity.

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Thu 20 June 7.45pm, Studio

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Richard Durrant’s Midsummer Music Guitarist and composer Richard Durrant returns with a musical celebration of midsummer and another classic concert spanning folk and classical.

As the solstice approaches Durrant reveals a collection of brand new pieces, old favourites, tales from the road and the occasional song inspired by the summer solstice.

Tickets: £17.50

‘My new favourite guitarist’ Tom Robinson, BBC6

Fri 21 June 7pm, Amphitheatre

This is my Theatre

Romeo and Juliet The streets of Verona are fraught with ceaseless fighting between the Montagues and Capulets.

Consequence though, hangs in the stars and when the children of these two great households meet, there is hope that their love will conquer all...

Experience Shakespeare’s most famous love story with modern characterisation, choral song and physical acting techniques to engage both young and old.

You know their story, but not like this...

Tickets: £15 (discounts: £12), Child £10. Family of four: £38 Professional production hosted by Crawley Festival

Fri 21 June 7.30pm, Theatre

Whitney Queen of the Night A magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hits, this award-winning production features a sensational line-up of musicians and artists, together with a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in the spirit of Whitney to deliver a show that exceeds expectation on every level.

Tickets: £27.50 (discounts: £25.50)

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Fri 21 June 7.45pm, Studio

Blues Night

Ben Tyzack & Brooks Williams An extra special night with two great guitarists and singers performing together for the first time.

Sat 22 June 12noon-8pm, Amphitheatre

Midsummer Dew Festival

Traditional dance, music and cultures from around the world meet in a one day festival organised by Treasure Island GB.

US bluesman Brooks is a stunning guitarist with a beautiful voice and Ben is well known as lead singer and guitarist with the Spikedrivers. A must see gig!

Artists from the UK, Lithuania, Ukraine, America, India, Uganda. Diego Garcia, Russia and beyond come together to offer a fascinating and entertaining afternoon and early evening.

Tickets: £16 (unreserved)

Admission: Free

In association with Crawley Blues Club

A Treasure Island GB event

SOLD OUT Tue 25 June 8pm, Theatre Sun 23 June 1pm, Studio

Shlomo’s Beatbox Adventure For Kids!

Shlomo is a world record-breaking beatboxer who makes all kinds of music using just his mouth and a mic.

Join this sonic superhero and become one of his sidekicks in a world of funny sounds, brilliant noises and cool music, whether you’re aged 1 or 101!

Tickets: £7.50 (Family of four: £26)

Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny Terrible things that might have affected you or people you know and love. But they’re just jokes - they are not the terrible things.

Tickets: £32 Due to public demand, extra performance on Tue 14 April 2020 Curry and Beer Offer: See page 6.

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Mon 24 June 7.30pm, Theatre

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Ballet Central Ballet Central return to The Hawth with an exceptional range of repertoire. This is a chance to see young dance graduates on the cusp of their professional careers perform a varied programme of classical ballet and contemporary dance theatre.

An exciting evening of theatricality, technical excellence and drama choreographed by top dance industry influencers is promised, with stunning costumes enhanced by powerful music.

Highlights include Christopher Marney’s Carousel Dances, inspired by the 1945 musical Carousel, a unique version of the Dying Swan Solo created by Calvin Richardson, and an extract from Frederick Ashton’s acclaimed Valses Nobles et Sentimentales performed to Maurice Ravel’s suite of waltzes.

Tickets: £15 (discounts: £13) 12.15-1pm

Ballet Central Company Class Watch Ballet Central as they prepare for the performance.

This is a chance for artists and the general public to draw (or just watch) an open class on stage in the theatre as the dancers prepare mentally and physically, perfecting their technique. This is a rare insight into the world of professional dance (photography not allowed).

Admission: Free

Sat 29 June, Theatre

‘tremendously funny’ The Telegraph

Sun 30 June 3pm, Studio

Kick In The Head The Hawth’s first ever Battle of the Bands sees top local bands compete in front of a live audience.

With professional technicians and top sound and lighting it’s an opportunity bands won’t want to miss and the prize is a day’s recording and mixing session and further bookings.

Tickets: £7

Choice Grenfell

Airlie Scott as Joyce Grenfell and Andrew D. Brewis as pianist William Blezard celebrate the 40th anniversary of the loss of the great, unremittingly genteel, comedienne and monologist, Joyce Grenfell.

A wonderful tribute featuring some of the best of Joyce’s hilarious songs and monologues.

Tickets: £16 (discounts: £14)

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Tue 2 & Wed 3 July

Tue 4.30pm, Wed 10am, 1pm & 4.30pm From the makers of Peppa Pig comes this BAFTA awardwinning television animation live on stage!

Holly is a young Fairy Princess, who is still learning how to fly and her magic doesn’t always go quite according to plan. Her best friend, Ben the Elf, doesn’t have wings and he doesn’t do magic, but he runs very fast and flies on the back of Gaston the Ladybird. They live in the Little Kingdom, a tiny land where flowers and grass rise high above them and every day is an adventure.

Join Ben and Holly, and their friends on this exciting, enchanting and magical musical adventure packed full of games, songs and laughter. This beautiful story of elves, princesses and childhood innocence will delight all the family!

Tickets: £19.50. Child: £17.50. Family of four: £58

Thu 4 July 7pm, Amphitheatre

Illyria

The Tempest In their 28th open-air touring season, and renowned all over the world for their clarity, quality and ingenuity, Illyria return to their home-turf: Shakespearean comedy.

Lyrical, thought-provoking and raucously funny, the play still has the capacity to surprise more than 400 years after it was written!

Illyria is an intrepid band of five actors who perform Shakespeare’s plays entirely uncut and the only UK open-air touring company to have won 4 international awards.

Tickets: £15 (discounts: £12), Child: £10.

Family of four: £38

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Thu 4 July 8pm, Studio

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Parenthood is a crafty beast.

The second you master something it changes the game so you’re rubbish at it again.

Sam Avery: The Learner Parent

Stand-up comedian, viral blogger and bestselling author Sam Avery started his awardwinning blog when his twin boys were born. A million nappies, Peppa Pig episodes and a head-full of hair loss later, he shares all the lows, highs and hilarious in-betweens of his experiences of first-time parenthood.

‘Quick wit and painfully funny’

Suitable ages 16+

Tickets: £18.50

Metro

Sat 6 July 7.45pm, Studio

Chris Wood: The Close Up Show

An intimate evening of close-up magic, trickery and sleight of hand featuring world class magicians from The Magic Circle.

Close-up magic is one of the most popular and impressive forms of the art and this unique event showcases some of the best exponents. Prepare to be astonished!

Tickets: £18.50

Sun 7 July 7.45pm, Studio

Blues Night

Debbie Bond

Singer, guitar player and songwriter Debbie Bond has been paying her dues in the Alabama backwoods for over 30 years. Influenced by the famed sounds of Muscle Shoals, her impressive musical story includes years of performing with older traditional Alabama blues musicians, including Johnny Shines, Sam Lay, Eddie Kirkland and Willie King.

Tonight she performs with husband ‘Radiator’ Rick (keyboard, harmonica and vocals).

Tickets: £16 (unreserved) In association with Crawley Blues Club

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Tue 9 July 7.30pm, Theatre

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Rhythm of the Dance This stunning spectacular celebrating Irish culture through music and dance, featuring world champion dancers, a traditional Irish band, singers, and a gifted cast who have been wowing audiences all over the world since 1999.

Internationally rated as one of the most popular and successful Irish Step Dance shows around by critics, audiences, and millions of fans around the world.

Tickets: £26.50 (discounts: £25.50) Wed 10 July 7.45pm, Studio

Americana Night

Eve Selis

An internationally acclaimed folk, rock and country female singer-songwriter from California who has opened for Travis Tritt, Crosby Stills and Nash, Doobie Brothers, Joan Osborne, Heart, Dwight Yoakam, Garry Allan, Chris Isaak, and Hootie & the Blowfish.

Tickets: £16 (unreserved) In association with 22o5 Promotions

‘One of the best shows I’ve ever seen in the UK’ Bob Harris, Radio2

Thu 11 July 7.30pm, Theatre

The Story of

Guitar Heroes If you like music and guitars, you will love this show!

An awe-inspiring show transporting you through time, through the music of Chuck Berry and Hank Marvin, through legends such as Hendrix, Clapton and Page, to modern day players such as Brian May and Steve Vai, to name but a few!

Presented by guitar virtuoso Phil Walker - this show’s extraordinarily talented band uses over 30 guitars to recreate and accurately reproduce the sound of each guitar hero.

Featuring historic video footage, state-of-the-art lighting and delivered with a light-hearted vibe – it’s a truly sensational evening.

Tickets: £26.50. Over 60/Hawth Friends: £23.50.

Students: £23

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Sun 14 July 3pm, Amphitheatre

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Ali Baba And The Forty Thieves!

Illyria

Now in their 28th season, Illyria return to Crawley with one of their most popular ever shows.

Adapted from the One Thousand and One Nights (Arabian Nights) literary classic it is packed with cliffhangers, larger-than-life characters, and laughs galore.

There’s lots and lots to join in with – and the most magical cave you’ve ever seen! Perfect summer fun for thieves and vagabonds aged 5+.

Tickets: £15 (discounts: £12), Child: £10.

Family of four: £38

Wed 17 & Thu 18 July 7pm, Theatre

Fri 19 July 8pm, Theatre

Mark Watson: The Infinite Show

‘He sparkles with originality and verve’ Chortle Cluster-bombed with yoghurt on Taskmaster, half-killed on Bear Grylls’ Celebrity Island, Mark returns to what he’s best at: being indoors.

A musical extravaganza featuring a wealth of outstanding local talent - Don’t Stop Us Now will bring you a versatile showcase of the performing arts with energetic song and dance numbers, from musicals to pop.

An evening of entertainment suitable for the whole family.

Tickets: £17 Hire - A Stages (amateur) production

Inspired by the mostly alarming state of the world his children are growing up in, and a genuine, urgent desire to do something about it, this show is about empathy. As scrawny and impassioned as ever, one of the UK’s most beloved and thinnest acts offers some suggestions, with his usual notoriously high joke-and-rant-per-minute rate.

Suitable ages 14+

Tickets: £21 Curry and Beer Offer: See page 6.

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Sat 20 & Sun 21 July, Sat 7.30pm, Sun 7pm, Theatre

InChoir

As part of their tenth anniversary celebrations, the singers of inChoir make a triumphant return to The Hawth.

Come and hear the amazing sound of 300 singers on one stage performing a wide variety of popular music from the last few decades. You’ll be tapping your feet, clapping your hands and whooping and cheering for more. You might even be wanting to join the choir!

The show features 300 different singers each night and a live band. With a few surprises along the way this will be an uplifting and exhilarating evening demonstrating the power of singing and how it brings people together.

Tickets: £15 (discounts: £14) Hire - A InChoir (amateur) promotion

Tue 30 July 7.30pm, Theatre

Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise Celebrating its 10th year on the road bringing to life the music of the giants of rock and roll including Buddy Holly, Gene Vincent, Jerry Lee Lewis, the Big Bopper, Eddie Cochran, Ricky Nelson, Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Everly Brothers – and the King himself, Elvis.

Which of your favourites will the jukebox choose on the night? Paradise keeps the surprises going during 2 hours of rock and roll magic, brought to you by the very best tribute artists. If you’re ready to rock and roll with the best show on the road, Paradise is on its way!

Tickets: £23

Wed 31 July 7.30pm, Theatre

Buble Meets Sinatra: The Showdown!

The closest thing to the superstars themselves in this irresistible new musical featuring a stellar cast.

The ‘concert of the century that never was’ sees Michael Buble welcome his idol, swinging Frank Sinatra from the mid-’50s into his world.

With a full live band, this stunningly authentic and exhilarating show sees breathtaking recreations of all of Buble’s big hits and Sinatra’s swingiest, most iconic hits.

Jamie Flanagan, by far the most authentic Michael Buble tribute in the UK, is joined on stage by the phenomenal Kevin Fitzsimmons, the only UK Sinatra Tribute approved by the President of the Sinatra Music Society.

Tickets: £25. Child/Student: £16.50

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Thu 1 August 7.30pm, Theatre

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80’s Mania

Endorsed by Mike Read, Radio 1 DJ during the ‘80s, as ‘Live Aid meets Top of the Pops’ – the music of 25 charttoppers including Duran Duran, Human League, Culture Club, Wham!, Madness, Madonna, Spandau Ballet, Cyndi Lauper, Adam Ant, Bananarama.

Video projections, 150 colourful costume changes, more than 35 smash hits: this irresistible party spectacular stands stiletto-heels-like head and shoulders above the rest, a show bigger than the biggest hair the decade had to offer.

Tickets: £26.50 (discounts: £24.50)

Fri 2 August 7.30pm, Theatre

Bowie Experience A spectacular concert celebrating the sound and vision of David Bowie. A must see for all Bowie fans, the latest production features all the hits from A to Ziggy.

Bowie Experience continues to amaze audiences with an astounding attention to detail, bringing the golden years of David Bowie to theatres across the globe.

So, put on your red shoes and Let’s Dance!

Tickets: £26.50.

Early Bird: £2 off if booked before 30 April Young Dudes (under 14s): £12.50

Sat 3 August 7.30pm, Theatre

Majesty

The Ultimate Queen Tribute The ultimate night celebrating one of greatest bands of all time!

Don’t miss this awesome night of Queen including all the classics – Bohemian Rhapsody, Under Pressure, We Will Rock You, Killer Queen, We Are the Champions, Another One Bites the Dust, Radio Ga Ga, I Want It All, Don’t Stop Me Now and more!

Tickets: £26

Sat 3 August 7.30pm, Theatre

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Changeling

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Nell Gwynn London, 1660. King Charles II has exploded onto the scene with the love of all things loud, extravagant and sexy. And at Drury Lane a young Nell Gwynn is causing stirrings amongst the theatregoers. Nell Gwynne charts the rise of an unlikely heroine, from her roots in Coal Yard Alley, to her success as Britain’s most celebrated actress, and her hard won place in the heart of the King.

But at a time when women are second class citizens, can her charm and spirit protect her from the dangers of the court?

Tickets: £22.50

Sat 17 August 2pm & 7.30pm, Sun 18 August 2pm & 7pm, Theatre

The Hawth Summer School production Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Haward Ashman, Tim Rice and Chad Beguelin Book by Chad Beguelin Discover A Whole New World as you enjoy this magically updated version of the Academy Award-winning Disney classic performed by talented 7-18 year olds.

With characters and songs the whole family will know and love (and a flying carpet too!) join our young cast for a show to inspire and delight this summer!

Tickets: £10, Child/Over 60: £8.50.

Family of four: £32

Thu 8 August 7pm, Amphitheatre

Illyria

Frankenstein Mary Shelley’s seminal novel published in 1818 when she was just 21 years old has never been out of print.

This gripping tale is now a brand-new musical production created by Illyria.

Written by the same team who brought you The Adventures of Doctor Dolittle. It features a fully orchestrated musical score, a cast of professional actor singers, spectacular stage effects, puppetry – and flashes of the wickedly dark humour for which Illyria is justly celebrated.

The show contains mature themes but is suitable for all ages 5+.

Tickets: £15 (discounts: £12), Child: £10. Family of 4: £38

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Sat 10 August 7.30pm, Theatre

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Barry Steele & Friends

The Roy Orbison Story Get ready for a night of solid gold ‘60s hits and ‘80s musical genius all on one stage with Barry Steele & Friends! As well as the toe-tapping sound of the music giant that is Roy Orbison, you’ll hear Barry perform songs written by Roy Orbison, but never performed by him - hits made famous by Jerry Lee Lewis, Jeff Lynne and ELO, George Harrison, Del Shannon and The Spencer Davis Group.

From Only the Lonely to The Traveling Wilburys, Barry Steele has been stunning audiences across the globe with his uncanny ability to recreate the vocal talents of the legendary Roy Orbison.

Tickets: £27 Thu 15 August 7.45pm, Studio

Americana Night

Good Lovelies From Ontario in Canada, Kerri Ough, Sue Passmore, and Caroline Brooks are immensely talented vocalists and songwriters in their own right; however, it’s their voices interwoven in harmony – powerful and pure, organic and inspiring – that elevates the trio from impressive to peerless.

Over the course of their decade-plus career, they’ve covered plenty of stylistic ground, adding tinges of pop, roots, jazz, and even hip-hop to their country folk core at various points.

Tickets: £16 (unreserved) In association with 22o5 promotions

Mon 19 - Wed 21 August 8pm, Theatre

Romesh Ranganathan: Work In Progress plus support Suitable ages 14+ (PG), swearing and adult content.

Tickets: £20 Curry and Beer Offer: See page 6.

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Fri 23 & Sat 24 August, Studio Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 7pm

Ariel Company Theatre

Junior Musicality Join Ariel for its annual Musicality show. This time around it’s bigger, bolder and more challenging than before, the largest ever Musicality cast including both students past and present. Tackling current top West End and Broadway musicals in their own unique style.

You will be smiling and sing along with these talented young performers!

Tickets: £15 (discounts: £14), Child: £12 Hire - An Ariel (amateur) event

Sun 25 August 12noon - 7pm, Hawth Grounds

24th Annual Crawley

Irish Festival

The Celtic and Irish Cultural Society present an afternoon celebrating Irish Culture in the South East and a fun day for all.

The dance area features The Festival Open Feis, the famous Crawley Ceili and displays from Crawley’s Irish dance schools.

Children’s entertainment includes games, art workshops, song, storytelling and folklore.

There’s an Irish shop, GAA All Ireland Football on the big screen, food and craft stalls and much much more.

Admission: Free Wed 28 August 8pm, Theatre

The Dreamboys

The Dreamboys, the UK’s most famous girl’s night out, are back and hotter than ever with a brand-new show.

A breathtaking spectacular show has been perfectly created for hen nights, birthday parties and girls’ nights out.

If you’re looking for the very best night out in the UK, look no further than these incredible hunks.

An action-packed show from start to finish, these boys will literally have you begging for more.

Tickets: £23.50-£29.50

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Fri 30 August 7.30pm, Theatre

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Hits Out of Hell The Meat Loaf Songbook

The world’s premier Meat Loaf tribute, featuring the ultimate Dead Ringer Craig Halford as seen on ITV’s Stars In Their Eyes and Channel 4’s The Last Leg. All the hits from one of the best-selling artists of all time with some of the best rock and roll love anthems ever written including I’d Do Anything For Love, Bat Out of Hell, Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad, You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth, Paradise By The Dashboard Light, Dead Ringer For Love and many more.

Tickets: £26

Sat 31 August 7.30pm, Theatre

The Tina Turner Experience A energetic show charting the life and career of one of the world’s iconic performers. Full of hits including Private Dancer, Nutbush City Limits, Proud Mary, River Deep Mountain High and Let’s Stay Together and more.

The concert-style show featuring a seven-piece band, powerful vocals, backing singers and fabulous professional dancers with electrifying dance routines Simply the Best!

Tickets: £24 (discounts: £22), Child: £18.50

‘the best West End show not in the West End’ BBC Radio Kent Wed 4 September 7.30pm, Theatre

The Drifters Back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show performing all their classic hits from the last six decades.

The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.

Performing all the classics including Saturday Night At Movies, You’re More Than A Number, Come On Over To My Place, Up On The Roof, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin’ In The Back Row, Save The Last Dance For Me, Down On The Beach, Hello Happiness and many, many more!

Tickets: £30.50

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Thu 5 September 8pm, Studio

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Fern Brady: Power & Chaos One of the UK’s hottest comedy stars - totally unique and completely fearless.

Her new show will tackle sexuality, feminism, power, Brexit, Britishness, Scottishness and nationality all with her caustic wit, exceptional writing and electric stagecraft.

Featured in Vogue as one of the top five female comedians as well as the Telegraph’s top five young comedians to watch, Fern’s career has gone stratospheric in the last 18 months. She’s had viral success with her BBC Life Lessons, stormed the Australian comedy scene and supported Frankie Boyle and Katherine Ryan on tour.

Suitable ages 16+

Tickets: £14 Fri 6 September 7.45pm, Studio

Geoff Achison & the Souldiggers A welcome return from Geoff Achison for a night of blues-roots.

Geoff’s music has been compared favourably to major artists such as Eric Clapton, JJ Cale and the Allman Brothers Band having a solid foundation in the blues whilst embracing a variety of music styles. He has won awards for his guitar playing, songwriting and live performances.

Tickets: £16 (unreserved) In association with Crawley Blues Club

Fri 6 September 8pm-1am (Bar from 7pm), Theatre

Tropicana Nights The ultimate ‘80s party night - If you’re looking for a fun-filled evening of pure ‘80s music and dancing for the over 25s, then look no further! Come and join us at one of our amazing parties and indulge yourselves in pure ‘80s heaven.

Whether you come in your favourite outfit from the decade or not, you are guaranteed to get in the party mood as soon as you walk into the room.

Tickets: £10

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Sat 7 September 7.30pm, Theatre The world’s greatest and most authentic touring live band Northern Soul show, keeping the faith to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on the dance floors in the North and eventually swept the nation.

An 11-piece band with 4 vocalists performing over 30 original hits including Dobie Gray’s Out On The Floor, R Dean Taylor’s There’s A Ghost In My House,

Frank Wilson’s Do I Love You - Indeed I Do, Gloria Jones’ Tainted Love, Al Wilson’s The Snake, Yvonne Baker’s You Didn’t Say A Word, Jimmy Radcliffe’s Long After Tonight Is Over, Garnet Mimms’ Looking For You, Dean Parrish’s I’m On My Way and many, more.

Plenty of room to dance!

Tickets: £27.50 (cabaret seating), £25 (stalls/circle)

Sun 8 September 11am-4pm , Theatre

Sussex Wedding Fayre One of the most important and popular events in the wedding calendar, attracting visitors from all over the south east of England.

Over 60 exhibitors of all kinds, covering every aspect of the wedding celebration for you to plan your event under one roof during one visit! Lots of new ideas, offers and competitions!

Free catwalk fashion show featuring bridal and menswear, music and entertainment, décor, florists, health and beauty, photographers and video, cars and transport, many venues, entertainers, caterers, gifts and so much more!

More info and FREE tickets for pre-registered wedding partners fromsussexweddingfayre.com Hire - An AGLG event Exhibitor Enquiries to 0345 475 6141

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Fri 13 & Sat 14 September 7pm, Theatre

Fi Steps

Finesse Celebrating 28 years of Fi Steps. Over 150 strong cast of versatile, vibrant and talented young people perform an array of energetic song and dance numbers. Music from pop to musicals.

This will be a highly entertaining, lively and exciting evening not to be missed.

Tickets: £19 (discounts: £17) Hire - A Fi Steps (amateur) production

Sat 14 September 11am, Studio

Pickled Image

Woodland Tales with Granddad Briarbush the old dog fox can sense a change in the air.

On the eve of the Summer Solstice, Briarbush returns home to his den after a long day’s hunting to find his neighbours distraught and scared. They have a message which could affect the future of his beloved woods.

‘Magical, beguiling, emotional and eyewideningly beautiful’ Bristol 24/7 (on Yana and The Yeti)

Briarbush knows there is only one human he can trust, a kindly man known by others as Granddad, a man who could help persuade the humans to change their ways.

But is there enough time? And can the woodland be saved?

Fantastically entertaining show with an important environmental message.

Suitable ages 3+

Tickets: £7.50 (Family of four: £26) Sun 15 September 7.30pm, Theatre

Sun Records

Where Rock ‘n’ Roll Was Born Official Sun Records Concert Show The label that brought you Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins and Rufus Thomas comes to life.

Revisit the recording studio that produced trailblazing hits That’s Alright Mama, Great Balls of Fire, I Walk The Line, Whole Lotta Shakin’, Bear Cat, Blue Suede Shoes, Good Rockin’ Tonight... songs that influenced the world of music. Featuring authentic musical instruments and starring a multi-talented cast of singers, the official concert show takes you back to the birthplace of rock’n’roll.

Tickets: £27 (discounts: £25)

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‘THE MOST STUNNINGLY FRESH AND IMAGINATIVE REVIVAL OF A CLASSIC MUSICAL THAT I HAVE EVER SEEN’ the independent

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Bill Kenwright presents the multi-award winning production of Kander and21Ebb’s landmark musical, Tue 17 - Sat September, 7.30pm, Wed,CABARET. Thu & Sat 2.30pm, Theatre Directed bypresents National Artistic Director Rufus Norris, premiere and the movie Bill Kenwright the Theatre multi-award winning Since its Broadway the production has two smash West with End Liza runs production of Kander andenjoyed Ebb’s landmark musical, hit version Minnelli and Joel Grey, CABARET CABARET. has won numerous at The Lyric and The Savoy theatres. CABARET features stage and screen awards including 8 Oscars, 7 BAFTAs and 13 Tonys.

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Rufus the production has enjoyed It’s 1931, Berlin is a haven of divine decadence songsNorris, ‘Money Makes The World two Go Round’, ‘Maybe This smash hit West End runs at The Lyric and The and the legendary Sally Bowles is about to take Time’,theatres.

‘Cabaret’ and more.

Savoy CABARET features showstage at the infamous Kit Kat Klub… stopping choreography, dazzling costumes and Suitable with for ages 14+ contains adult themes Since its Broadway premiere and the movie version Liza iconic songs ‘Money Makes The World Go Round’, and scenes of a sexual nature Minnelli and Joel Grey, CABARET has won numerous stage and ‘Maybe This Time’, ‘Cabaret’ and more.

screen awards including 8 Oscars, 7 BAFTAs and 13 Tonys.

It’s 1931, Berlin is a haven of divine decadence and the Tickets: Tue-ThuSally eve: £42.50, Fri is & Sat eve: £45, Wed &the Thu 2.30pm: £37.50, 2.30pm: £40. legendary Bowles about to take stage at the Sat infamous Discounts Kit Kat(MON-THU Klub... ONLY): £5 off. Groups 10 or more: £7.50 off.

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Tue 24 - Sat 28 September 7.30pm & Sat 2.30pm, Theatre

Ariel Company Theatre

by Tim Firth, music & lyrics by Madness Ariel Company Theatre returns to The Hawth with the feel-good, Olivier Award-winning Madness musical.

On the night of Joe’s 16th birthday, a split-second decision forces him to choose between himself and his heart.

As two very different paths unfold before him, the consequences of that choice will change his life forever.

Set to a score of Madness hits including It Must Be Love, House of Fun, Baggy Trousers and Our House, this hilarious, high energy musical will have you dancing in the aisles and singing It Must Be Love all the way home.

Welcome to the house of fun!

Tickets: Tue: £16.50, Wed & Sat 2.30pm: £17.50, Thu: £18.50, Fri & Sat: £19.50. Groups 1 in 10 free Discounts for students, over 60 and Hawth Friends at all performances.

Hire - An Ariel Company Theatre (amateur) production

Sat 28 September 11am, Studio

Megson

Family Folk Show An organic, authentic and fun folk concert for big and little music fans!

Award-winning folk duo Megson blend their infectious mix of heavenly vocals and lush harmonies into a gentle, entertaining concert specially for younger children, featuring children’s folk songs old and new.

Suitable ages 0-7 years. Running time: 45 mins

Tickets: £7 (Family of four: £26)

‘11/10 a huge family hit’ Kiddychart.com

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Sat 28 September 7.45pm, Studio

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Blues Night Mark Flanagan Trio Mark Flanagan is probably best known as guitarist for Jools Holland’s Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, an association that began in 1988.

Mark has also made a name for himself as a solo artist with his own catalogue of songs wowing audiences with fine guitar playing and songs written from the heart.

A rare opportunity to see an extraordinary talent.

Tickets: £16 (unreserved) In association with Crawley Blues Club

Mon 30 September 7.30pm, Theatre

Respect:

The Aretha Franklin Songbook An amazing live concert that pays tribute to the Queen of Soul! Featuring sensational lead vocals from Cleopatra Higgins, Tanya Edwards and Cleo Stewart accompanied by the Urban Soul Band and Gospel Choir.

Directed by Racky Plews (Footloose, American Idiot), the show will take you on an uplifting musical journey as a powerful sermon is delivered throughout celebrating Aretha Franklin’s life and greatest hits including Think, I Say A Little Prayer, Son Of A Preacher Man, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Natural Woman and many more!

Tickets: £27.50

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34 BOX OFFICE: 01293 553636 Experience the visceral power of a live symphony orchestra, from the stirring sound world of Beethoven’s Symphony No 6, ‘Pastoral’, in our celebration concert on 14 March, to the intense might of the Proms on 13 June, the 2019-20 series brings to Crawley the most loved symphonic music in the repertoire.

Plus, back by popular demand, RPO Miniatures, a carefully cu curated series of chamber concerts featuring music chosen and performed by the musicians of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

Italian Romance

Friday 11 October 2019, 7.30pm

RPO Miniature: Christmas Trombone Quintet Sunday 15 December 2019, 3.00pm

RPO Miniature: String Quintet Sunday 16 February 2020, 3.00pm

Beethoven - Celebrating 250 years Saturday 14 March 2020, 7.30pm

RPO Miniature: Harp, Flute and Cello Saturday 4 April 2020, 7.30pm

The Grand Tour

Sunday 26 April 2020, 7.30pm

RPO Miniature: Clarinet and String Quintet Thursday 14 May 2020, 7.30pm

Last Night of the Proms

Saturday 13 June 2020, 7.30pm Booking open for Hawth Friend Subscribers: 4 June, Subscribers: 6 June, Individual concerts: 13 June.

Coming soon

Tue 1 October 7.45pm, Studio

Dragonboy Productions

In And Out Of Chekhov’s Shorts Performed by a company of five and featuring original live music and stylish ensemble story-telling, join us for an exhilarating, fun and accessible romp through some of the best of Chekhov’s short stories.

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Wed 9 October 8pm, Theatre

Sh*t-faced Shakespeare® A Midsummer Night’s Dream The hilarious combination of an entirely serious adaptation of a Shakespearean classic, with an entirely sh*t-faced cast member. With one cast member selected at random and given four hours to drink before every show what could possibly go wrong? Suitable ages 16+

Tickets: £22.50

Suitable ages 12+

Tickets: £15 (discounts: £13), Schools: £8.50

Sat 12 October 7.30pm, Theatre

Thu 10 October 7.45pm, Studio

Paul Foot: Image Conscious ‘a deranged genius’ Sydney Morning Herald

Tickets: £16.50

RUBY WAX: HOW TO BE HUMAN Based on her bestselling book, Ruby’s new show answers every question you’ve ever had about evolution, thoughts, emotions, the body, addictions, relationships, sex, kids, the future and compassion.

Suitable ages 14+

Tickets: £24.50

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Coming soon Mon 14 & Tue 15 October 7.30pm, Theatre

The Russian State Ballet and Opera House The Nutcracker (Mon) Swan Lake (Tue) Featuring a live orchestra with over 30 musicians.

After sell-out performances last year, the Russian State Ballet and Opera House is back for its annual UK tour with two spellbinding, lavish ballets to music by Tchaikovsky.

Tickets: £36.50 (discounts: £34.50).

Groups of 10 or more: £31.50. See both ballets for £65.

Thu 17 October 7.30pm, Theatre

Jonathan Pie:

The Fake News Tour

Jonathan Pie returns to the road once more to berate the people in power - and the journalists apparently holding them to account. Suitable ages 16+.

Please note: Latecomers will not be admitted.

Tickets: £27, £20

Fri 18 October 8pm, Theatre

Stewart Francis: Into The Punset

Stewart with a brand-new show, on last tour ever!

See him before he heads off... Into The Punset.

Suitable ages 16+

Tickets: £25

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Tue 22-Sat 26 October 7.30pm, Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm The smash-hit production of Annie comes to Crawley for one week only direct from London’s West End. This ‘glorious revival’ (The Times) stars Birds of a Feather’s Lesley Joseph as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!

With its Tony® award-winning book and score, including the unforgettable songs It’s The Hard-Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything But You and Tomorrow, you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it!

Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Meanwhile, spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family…

Tickets: Tue-Thu: £46.50, Fri & Sat: £49.50.

Discounts (Tue-Thu): £6 off. Groups 6 or more: £7.50 off.

Family of four £150 Family of four (Wed & Thu at 2.30pm): £146

‘Feel good escapist joy.

Fun, riotous and heartfelt’

‘An all-singing all-dancing triumph’

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Coming soon Mon 11 November 7.30pm, Theatre

Neil Oliver: The Story of The British Isles in 100 places

Fri 15 November 7.30pm, Theatre

An amusing and entertaining show in which Neil explains what Great Britain means to him and why we need to cherish and celebrate our wonderful countries.

After 15 years Ben Elton returns to stand up comedy.

Tickets: £26.50

Tickets: £32

Wed 20 November 7.30pm, Theatre

The UK’s longest running musical theatre concert tour now in its 19th year features past principal performers from Les Miserables.

Tickets: £26.50

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Thu 21 November 7.30pm, Theatre

Pam Ayres:

Up In The Attic

Pam has been making the nation laugh for over 40 years.

Tonight she performs poems from her new book, Up In The Attic, along with classic poems and stories from her long career.

Tickets: £26.50

Sat 30 November 7.30pm, Theatre

Henning Wehn: Get On With It

You couldn’t make it up; surely the German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn hasn’t bosched out yet another new show? Suitable ages 16+

Tickets: £23.50

Mon 13 & Tue 14 January 7.30pm, Theatre

Fri 17 January 8pm, Theatre

SEEN BY OVER 22 MILLION PEOPLE WORLDWIDE

If I’m Honest

Buddy The Musical This sensational multi award-winning West End show triumphantly returns to Crawley as part of its landmark 30th Anniversary Tour.

Tickets: £35 (discounts: £32.50)

Ed Byrne:

Join Ed as he takes a long hard look at himself and tries to decide if he has ANY traits that are worth passing on to his children. Latecomers not admitted. Suitable ages 16+

Tickets: £27.50

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On Screen

Brings you live screenings of theatre, opera, dance and music from around the globe. Offering you the best seats in the house as we screen performances live from the most famous stages in the world.

Screened with the benefit of state of the art technology in The Hawth Studio.

Thu 2 May 7pm

The Importance of Being Earnest An Encore screening of one of the funniest plays in English performed at the Vaudeville Theatre in London’s West End.

Wed 8 May 7pm

RSC Encore: As You Like It A riotous, exhilarating version of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy.

Thu 9 May 7pm

National Theatre Encore: All About Eve Gillian Anderson and Lily James lead in an acclaimed play lifting the curtain on the theatre’s world of jealousy and ambition.

Thu 16 May 7.15pm

The Royal Ballet: Flight Pattern Triple Bill Two recent works and one world premiere showcase the contemporary face of the Royal Ballet.

Tue 21 May 7pm

Australian Ballet Encore: Spartacus One of The Australian Ballet’s most popular works springs to new life.

Think ballet is all pointe shoes and tutus? Think again.

Mon 3 June 7pm

Encore: All My Sons Arthur Miller’s blistering classic drama starring Academy Awardwinner Sally Field and Bill Pullman.

Wed 5 June 7pm

Tue 9 July 7pm

A Iook at the little known story of Van Gogh’s art and how important his study of Japan was.

Northern Ballet’s new biopic brings the sensational story of Queen Victoria to life in dance.

Sat 8 June 8pm

Sun 28 July 3pm

Get ready to party as Gary, Mark and Howard bring their huge 2019 Greatest Hits tour live to cinemas.

Join André Rieu, his Johann Strauss Orchestra, world class sopranos, The Platin Tenors and special guests for a magical cinema experience.

Exhibition On Screen: Van Gogh & Japan

Take That Greatest Hits Live Tue 11 June 7.15pm

The Royal Ballet: Romeo & Juliet Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers encounter passion and tragedy in Kenneth MacMillan’s 20th-century ballet masterpiece.

Northern Ballet Encore: Victoria

André Rieu: Shall We Dance?

Fri 16 August 7pm

RSC Encore: Measure for Measure Shakespeare wrote this play in the early 1600s, yet it remains astonishingly resonant.

Tue 2 July 7pm

Thu 31 October 7pm

Andrea Levy’s Orange Prize-winning novel Small Island comes to life in an epic new theatre adaptation.

Broadcast live for Halloween, a thrilling adaptation of Bram Stoker’s classic horror story - a unique blend of gripping theatre, Gothic sets and sensuous dancing.

National Theatre Encore: Small Island Wed 3 July 7pm

RSC Encore: The Taming of the Shrew Shakespeare’s fierce, energetic comedy of gender and materialism.

Tickets: £16 (discounts: £14). Exhibition on Screen: £12.

Northern Ballet Live: Dracula

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DANCE STUDIO For everyone from toddlers to adults. Have fun, workout, dance, laugh, stretch and learn in The Hawth’s Dance Studio Dance classes and more brought to you by qualified teachers with opportunities to perform on stage with professional companies.

Please book your class in advance.

Children’s Classes

Dance Classes

ballet

Karen Jones from Twister Dance offers two brand new courses for people wanting to learn routines, keep fit and have fun.

SATURDAY New Class: Baby Ballet (1-3 years) From 27 April 9.30-10am From 18 months to 3 years old, our classes focus on musical movement and giving your child the chance to learn new skills. See their confidence flourish and watch them shine as they learn to move to and enjoy music. They will have lots of fun whilst building relationships with friends in a safe, nurturing and happy environment Tickets: £2.50 per child.

Parents can stay in class if they wish.

Prep (3-5 years) 10-10.30am Come along for a free trial before Easter.

Adult Classes Classes open to all, no matter what level of your ability.

PILATES MONDAY 9.30am-10.30am Work on your core, flexibility, mobility and muscle strength.

YOGA WEDNESDAY Yoga Stretch 10.30am-11.30am A gentle-paced restorative class with floor stretches and balancing poses that will leave you feeling restored and relaxed.

Yoga Flow 11.40am-12.40pm An intermediate Flow class encompassing many different types of yoga, including Ashtanga and Power Yoga. Poses run smoothly into one another to synchronised breathing, making for a mindful and rejuvenating practice.

StrETCH & TONE FRIDAY 9.30am-10.30am A mixture of Tai Chi, yoga and pilates.

Dance For Fun WEDNESDAYS 7-8pm Learn routines to popular songs past and present and movie soundtracks.

Tickets: £5

Dance For Couples WEDNESDAYS 8-9pm Learn short routines and the moves you love to watch on Strictly.

Tickets: £8 per couple Contact Box Office for details.

SA Academy - Lyrical & Jazz Technique THURSDAYS Whether you just want to dance for fun or you are looking for help to gain entry into professional performing arts education, these classes are for you.

8-12 years 5-6pm, 13-16 years 6pm - 7pm For more information or to book your place call: 0770 914 6493 or email info@sa-academy.co.uk The Dance Studio is available for hire for classes and dance schools.

For more details, call 01293 859951 or email hawthhire@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

drift Dance Classes Tuesdays 30 April, 7, 21 May, 4, 11, 18, 25 June, 2, 9 & 16 July, 7.30pm Drift Dance is a one hour contemporary-based dance class held every Tuesday in The Loft. We welcome all abilities, even those who are completely new to the form.

These classes focus on slowly building up your technique in understanding why and how we move through the space. We indulge in weight, breath and momentum to encourage movement within and around the body.

Suitable ages 15+ Classes are £6 with the first one free!

Further details from drift.dance.contemporary@gmail.com

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If you love acting and want to be in the spotlight, this is the youth theatre for you!

Primary Company TUESDAYS 6-8 years: 4.30-5.30pm £5 per session 9-11 years: 5.30-7pm £7.50 per session

The Hawth Youth Theatre Junior Company (11-13 years) THURSDAYS 4.30-6PM

Senior Company The Hawth Youth Theatre Senior Company (13+) WEDNESDAYS 7-8.30PM THURSDAYS 6-7.30PM AND 7.30-9PM To find out more email hawthyt@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk Follow us on Twitter and Facebook on @thehawthYT

Urban City Street Dance Looking for the most dynamic and up to date street dance classes in the area?

Urban City bring weekly street dance classes for boys and girls of all levels aged from 5 to adult. Join us each week at The Hawth, as we train and develop you to become the best dancer you can be.

Children MONDAYS, ALL LEVELS. 5-7 years 4.15-5pm, 8-12 years 5-6pm Troupe Training 6-7pm (invite only) TUESDAYS 5-7 years 4.30-5.15pm All Levels 8-12 years 5.15-6.15pm - Beginner 8-12 years 6.15-7.15pm - Intermediate WEDNESDAYS 8-12 years 4.30-5.30pm - Beginner 8-12 years 5.30-6.30pm - Intermediate Level SATURDAYS 5-7 years - All Levels 11am-12pm 8-12 years - All Levels 12-1pm

Adults MONDAYS 7-8pm Keep fit without feeling like you’re doing exercise.

Featuring choreography straight from the London commercial and street dance scenes.

Suitable for all levels.

For further information see urbancitydance.co.uk, email Info@urbancitydance.co.uk or call 0770 914 6493

Arts and Wellbeing Crawley Borough Council works in partnership with various community groups and organisations to encourage engagement in cultural activities.

We have a busy events programme throughout the year, visit crawley.gov.uk/events to find out more.

We also support a range of classes and activities to help improve everyone’s health and wellbeing. Whether you just want some general advice, need help dealing with stress, want to lose weight and get fitter or simply to improve your general health, we have a variety of programmes that may help.

Pitchy Breath Theatre We are a project-based theatre company committed to new writing. We are always looking for new members regardless of experience so why not give us a go?

For more information see pitchybreath.co.uk

Footloose Dance Group An integrated dance company for people with learning difficulties and disabilities and volunteers (14+ years) Manor Green Primary School Wednesday 5.15pm-6.30pm (term time only).

8+ years: £3.50 For more information see crawley.gov.uk/disabilitysport or call 01293 585350

BlueBird Club A fun disco night for people with learning disabilities.

Beginners balleT Beginners Ballet for the over 50s This course covers the basic techniques of ballet in a friendly, fun and supportive environment. For more information call Crawley Wellbeing.

For more information about any of our activities or events: Call: 01293 585350 email: wellbeing@crawley.gov.uk Visit: crawley.westsussexwellbeing.org.uk

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meet, learn, participate, create, enjoy

Ukulele Lesson Saturdays 20 & 27 April, 4 & 18 May, 1, 15 & 29 June, 6 & 20 July, 7 & 21 September With experienced teacher and performer Mark Orchin

Beginner Guitar Classes Saturdays from 12.25pm - 20 & 27 April, 4 & 18 May, 1 & 15 June, 6 & 20 July Tutor Mark Orchin offers a 45-minute classes to beginners.

Acoustic guitar for beginners (over 16) – learn the basic techniques and chords to accompany popular songs and develop into being able to play a few tunes and picking patterns. It is not essential to read music but some help will be given to follow chord/lead sheets and basic guitar tablature.

£7.50. Book in advance via Box Office, please bring your own acoustic guitar

Harmonica Beginners 1 Sat 8 June or Sat 28 September 10am-2.30pm

Beginners Class 9.45am - A new starters class for over 16s and adults where you will learn how to play chords, accompany songs, tune up and play in a small group.

Intermediate Class 10.40am - For those who have continued from the previous beginners class and players who can follow a chord chart and play some simple melodies.

Improvers Class - 11.30am A class is for players who wish to extend their skills considerably and covers more advanced techniques and styles.

Bring your own uke!

£7.50 per session

Life Drawing Mondays 2 September-18 November 6.30-8.30pm Wednesdays 4 September- 20 November 10am-12noon

Tutor Con O’Neill covers the basics of tune playing, chord playing and blues improvisation, it is suitable for anyone new to the harmonica.

Rachel Cowell offers blocks of Life Drawing sessions focused on learning and experimenting with new materials and gaining more skills for people regardless of ability or previous experience. Suitable for 16+.

You will need 10-hole (diatonic) harmonicas in C and A. For recommended models, or to buy one on the day, contact Con on 07481 903 127.

Admission: £12 per session (£10 per session if you book a block)

£30 per session, please book in advance

Papercraft

Harmonica Intermediate Sat 11 May 10am-2.30pm If you can bend a note on a diatonic harmonica, you are no longer a beginner, and you are ready to learn the (allimportant) blues scale, and how to use it as well as other topics chosen from a list by the students: including third position, tongue-blocking, playing at the top end, throat vibrato and trills.

£30 per session, please book in advance

Blues Guitar

Sat 1 June, 20 July & 7 September 2pm-4pm Join Natalie O’Shea to make a minimum of three beautiful hand made cards. Learn techniques, fancy folds and more and be thrilled with what you have created. Everything is provided in the class. This is a fun, relaxed class suitable for beginner crafters or the more experienced. Projects taught at each class are different each month.

Tickets: £15

Move with Peppa Fridays (term time)

Part 1: Sat 14 September 10am-2.30pm Part 2 : Sat 2 November 10am-2.30pm

The popular, pre-school dance, music and movement sessions for children aged 18 months to 5 years old are created using the stories from the award-winning episodes.

Con O’Neill offers a beginners class in blues guitar aimed at people who can play E, E7, A, A7 and B7 chords.

18 months-2½ years: 9.45am-10.30am, 2½-5 years: 10.45am-11.30am

£30 a session

Trial classes are £6.50 and 5 sessions are £30.

Contact Con on 07481 903 127 for details or Box Office to book.

Pre-booking via.movewithpeppa.com or email charlie@movewithpeppa.com

Busylizzy To find out more or if you are interested in hiring The Loft, contact hawthhire@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk or call 01293 859951

The one-stop shop for fun, stimulating baby & pre- and post-natal fitness for mums (baby comes too so no need for childcare).

For a free trial class go to www.busylizzyhorshamandcrawley.co.uk/bee-my-guest

Tue 21 May - Thu 6 June

Tue 23 July - Thu 8 August

Outreach 3 Way

Crawley Art Society

A vibrant and fun selection of arts and crafts created by the people supported by Outreach 3 Way at its Ifield Hall day service where the emphasis is on enabling individuals to experiment with media, and produce work to be proud of.

Founded in 1957, the Society practices and promotes the visual arts in the town and hopes to inspire and encourage enthusiasts to start painting or join the group.

Everyone is welcome, the only requirement is your love for art.

Tue 11 - Thu 27 June

Tue 13 - Thu 29 August

Manor Green School

NEG35 Photography

The College proudly presents a selection of artwork from Years 10-14 who are either following a GCSE Art course or take art as an option in the FE department.

NEG35 share their latest film prints, hand-developed in their local darkroom. The society’s members all have their own styles, techniques and ideas, all brought together in a celebration of the time-honoured medium of wet printing.

Come and rediscover the joy of film photography and the art of darkroom magic!

Tue 2 - Thu 18 July

Hazelwick School A display of GCSE Fine Art/Art and Design/Photography work completed by students at Hazelwick School this academic year.

Free admission. Exhibitions in The Hawth foyer can be viewed Mon – Sat 9am – late (6pm if no show).

Tue 3 - Thu 19 September

Brian O’Connor’s Images of Jazz Celebrating 50 years of photography, this exhibition showcases the ever-evolving world of jazz and blues.

From the American and British giants of the ‘70s to today’s diverse younger generation, it’s all here. Look out for photos taken here at The Hawth.

Tue 24 September- Thu 10 October

Nepal Yatra (Journey) Artists will be exhibiting watercolours capturing Nepal through its breathtaking landscapes; architecturally rich ancient temples/monasteries; portraits and traditional costumes representing diverse ethnic groups.

The exhibition attempts to raise awareness of the country and encourage visitors to share its beauty.

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For more details on how to exhibit your work, contact hawthhire@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk on 01293 859951

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BOOKING & ACCESS Booking

Gift Vouchers

In Person The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley, RH10 6YZ

Hawth Theatre Gift Vouchers are available from the Box Office and online to any value and come with an attractive presentation card. Vouchers are valid for one year.

Monday – Saturday from 10am – 6pm (15 minutes after curtain up when there is a performance). Open Sundays from one hour prior to performance.

By Phone 01293 553636 Monday – Saturday 10am – 6pm TextRelay calls are welcomed.

Online hawth.co.uk

By Post Please indicate performance date, time, price and discounts (if applicable). Please make cheques/postal orders payable to Parkwood Community Leisure and include your telephone number.

Friends of The Hawth Become a friend and take advantage of priority booking facilities, special offers on most events, a quarterly magazine and special social events.

Annual subscription: Individual: £10 (£7 over 60).

Couples: £15 (£10 over 60).

Family: £20.

A charge of £1 applies if you would like your tickets posted to you.

Free Mailing List/Email Alerts Keep in touch with what’s on at The Hawth by joining the mailing list at Box Office or visiting hawth.co.uk. You can also keep up to date by following us @thehawthcrawley on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Access

Credit/Debit Cards Mastercard, Visa and Debit Cards all welcome.

The Hawth is committed to making the theatre an accessible and enjoyable experience for all our patrons.

When collecting tickets, please bring along the card used for the booking or your email confirmation.

Disabled Access Disabled parking spaces available. Level access.

Spaces in front stalls for wheelchair users and companions (available for half price at all Hawth promotions). Adapted toilet facilities available.

Tickets booked less than five working days before the performance should be collected from the Box Office.

Reservations Reservations should be paid for within three working days, otherwise they may be released for sale.

Reservations for group bookings are by arrangement.

Discounts Discounts apply in most cases to the folllowing categories, however promoters may limit or exclude certain categories.

Children under 16 years old Over 60 People aged 60 or over Students People over 16 years in full time education Groups of 10 or more Hawth Friends Family of four 2 adults and 2 children.

The Hawth reserves the right to introduce discounts and other price changes without notice. These will not apply to tickets already purchased before the announcement.

Refund/Exchange of tickets We will issue a credit voucher valid for 6 months for tickets returned at least a week before the performance.

For sold out performances, the Box Office must ensure a buyer for the tickets before a credit voucher can be offered. Admin charges apply. Cash refunds cannot be given.

Accessible Performances Accessible performances are listed on page 4.

Access Membership Scheme The Hawth offers free companion tickets at all performances for customers who have joined the free Access Membership Scheme. Joining The Hawth’s Access Membership Scheme is free and forms are available at Box Office or online.

Free Touch Tours Visually impaired customers and a companion are guided around the stage to feel the stage sets, props and possibly costumes an hour before the show (subject to producer’s permission). If you are interested, please ask when booking tickets.

Brochure Large print, Braille, audio tape/CD and emailed text versions of this brochure are available on request from the Box Office.

Parent and Baby Room Located adjacent to the male toilets in the lower foyer.

Booster Seats The Hawth has a limited number of booster seats available on a first come, first served basis.

How to find us

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Crawley is midway between London and Brighton and is easily accessible by cycle, bus, rail car and air (Gatwick Airport is four miles away).

By Bike The Hawth is less than 5 minutes away from both rail stations. We have free undercover cycle parking and cycle maps are available from Box Office.

By Bus Buses 4 and 5 stop at the large square roundabout just over the railway bridge from The Hawth. The buses serve Crawley and Three Bridges train stations, the town centre, Langley Green, County Oak and Pound Hill.

For a full timetable information metrobus.co.uk

By Rail Either Three Bridges or Crawley stations (both a 15 minute walk away). Both stations have taxi ranks. For further details of rail services, thetrainline.com

By Road Crawley is minutes away from the M23 motorway which links to the M25. The Hawth is well signposted on all major routes into the town. There is free car and coach parking on site.

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Business Opportunities at The Hawth Are you looking to raise your company profile in the local area? Do you want an inspiring setting for business meetings and conferences? Perhaps you want to entertain key clients, build relationships and reward employees – or maybe you’re just looking for a fresh way to promote your services?

Sponsorship Sponsoring The Hawth’s entertainment programme is an imaginative and cost effective way of marketing your business and services to a vast audience or a very specific one. Current sponsorship options include individual shows, a themed series of events or an arts development project.

For more information, contact Steve Crane on: 01293 859954 hawthmarketing@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk Thanks to our current sponsors

calendar june - september 2019 Studio/Other

JUNE 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 14 15 16 18 19 21 24 25 29

Arrival: The Hits of ABBA Walk Right Back Julian Clary That’ll Be The Day Al Murray Royal Philharmonic Orchestra The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show Harry Redknapp The Horne Section Adam Kay Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll Show Bon Jovi Experience Some Guys Have All The Luck The Rocket Man Whitney – Queen of the Night Ballet Central Jimmy Carr Battle of the Bands

JUNE 3 5 8 9 11 13 14 15 16 16 19 20 21 21 22 23 30

All My Sons (C) Van Gogh & Japan (C) Take That - Greatest Hits Live (C) Jazz Lunch The Royal Ballet: Romeo & Juliet (C) Shappi Khorsandi Marilyn Catfish Americana Live The Nutcracker Auditions Mind the Gap Richard Durrant’s Midsummer Music Romeo and Juliet (A) Ben Tyzack & Brooks Williams Dew Festival (G) Shlomo’s Beatbox Adventure For Kids!

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JULY 2&3 9 11 17&18 19 20&21 30 31

Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom Rhythm of the Dance The Story of Guitar Heroes Stages: Don’t Stop Us Now Mark Watson InChoir Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise Buble Meets Sinatra

AUGUST 1 2 3 10 17&18 19-21 28 30 31

JULY 2 3 4 4 6 7 9 10 14 28

Small Island (C) The Taming of the Shrew (C) The Tempest (A) Sam Avery The Close Up Show Debbie Bond Victoria (C) Eve Selis Ali Baba And The Forty Thieves! (A) André Rieu (C)

‘80s Mania Bowie Experience Majesty: The Ultimate Queen Tribute The Roy Orbison Story Aladdin Jr Romesh Ranganathan The Dreamboys Hits Out of Hell: The Meat Loaf Songbook The Tina Turner Experience

AUGUST 3 5-16 8 15 16 23&24 25

Nell Gwynn (A) Aladdin Jr Summer School Frankenstein (A) Good Lovelies Measure for Measure (C) Junior Musicality Crawley Irish Festival (G)

SEPTEMBER 4 6 7 8 13&14 15 17-21 24-28 30

The Drifters Tropicana Nights Northern Live - Do I Love You Sussex Wedding Fair Fi Steps Sun Records Cabaret Our House Respect

SEPTEMBER 5 6 14 28 28

Fern Brady Geoff Achison & the Souldiggers Woodland Tales with Granddad Family Folk Show Mark Flanagan Trio

KEY (A) Amphitheatre (C) Cinema (G) Grounds For workshops, classes and visual arts please see pages 42-45

BOX OFFICE: 01293 553636 BOOK ONLINE: HAWTH.CO.UK

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