The Hawth June - September 2013

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JUNE – SEPTEMBER 2013 Box Office: 01293 553636 www.hawth.co.uk working in partnership

Welcome to a new season Welcome to The Hawth’s new season packed with shows to delight and entertain everyone in the coming months.

You’ll notice the Summer programme has more on offer than ever before, with a Murder Mystery evening set at The Hawth in 1988 to celebrate the theatre’s 25th Anniversary, an appearance from children’s favourite Dora the Explorer and a brand new Summer School offering local youngsters the chance to appear in a full-scale, show-stopping production of Grease the Musical, rehearsed and performed in just two weeks.

Six months on from the launch of our Curzon Cinema we are delighted to introduce our brand new Curzon Card. For just £10 per month you will enjoy a range of benefits including unlimited cinema screenings of top blockbusters, art house movies and world cinema plus special offers on food and drink at selected screenings, entry into free prize draws to win exclusive film merchandise and no booking fees when tickets are booked in person or over the phone. Ask at the Box Office for more details now.

How to book

Contents

Book by phone 01293 553636

04 - 05 For you at The Hawth

Book Online www.hawth.co.uk

06 - 36 Live Entertainment

Book in Person The Hawth Hawth Avenue Crawley RH10 6YZ

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Crawley Arts Development

Monday - Saturday from 10am – 6pm (8.15pm when there is an evening performance)

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Coming Soon

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Booking and Access

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Business Opportunities

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Calendar

Sunday one hour prior to performances

Visual arts

38 - 39 Film

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Booking Fees All tickets are subject to a £1 per ticket booking fee (maximum £6).

The booking charge directly supports the running costs of The Hawth. Ticket revenue is split between many different parties. By adding a small booking charge, we ensure every penny goes to supporting your theatre and ticket price increases are kept to a minimum.

Don’t miss...

This summer The Hawth’s programme is going alfresco with three performances from the ever-popular Illyria, who return to the Amphitheatre with family favourite Babe The Sheep-Pig, Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Mikado and Shakespeare’s As You Like It.

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Save the Last Dance for Me

Mon 3 - Sat 8 June

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Crawley Folk and Beer Festival is back from Fri 28 – Sun 30 June, come along and soak up the sun, sounds and atmosphere. Plus there are all the usual free performances in the foyer and on the Busking Stage, stall selling crafts, clothes, instruments, food, a wide range of ales and ciders and much more.

A new Classical Music Season starts in September with some fantastic savings to be had by subscribing!

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Highlights at The Hawth

Crawley Folk and Beer Festival Fri 28 – Sun 30 June

32 27 Dora the Explorer LIVE Fri 9 – Sun 11 August

New Classical Music Season Sat 21 September 3

Café Vita Light Bites Open weekdays from 11am for morning coffee, tea, cakes and pastries and from 12pm - 2pm for lunch.

Pre-Theatre Dining Make your visit to The Hawth even more memorable by combining your theatre experience with a delicious pre-show meal in the warm and inviting Café Vita.

Café Vita offers delicious light bites perfect for lunchtime, including salads, omelettes, filled jacket potatoes, paninis, and freshly prepared daily specials.

A children’s menu is also available weekdays and prior to all family shows.

Free wi-fi is available throughout the building.

Come along up to two hours before the show and choose from our tempting menu of freshly cooked meals which includes roast of the day, traditional favourites, a selection of daily specials and an array of desserts you’ll find hard to resist.

Showtime Menu

Reserving your table couldn’t be easier, simply book with the box office when you order your theatre tickets.

Enjoy a main course and dessert and a glass of wine (or soft drink) before any live show for £15.95. Save £1 if booked at least 48 hours before the performance.

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Hawth Friends

Under 26 Discount Card A new FREE card for anyone under 26, offering discounts on theatre, dance, comedy, music and family shows as well as special offers, email and text updates and extra rewards.

Call in at the box office to sign up for yours!

Save money on shows throughout the year, find out about productions before anyone else, enjoy exclusive social events and trips and receive the quarterly Hawth Talk magazine.

Annual membership is just £10 for individuals (over60/ ES40: £7), £15 for a couple (£10 over 60) and £20 for a family of four.

Call the Box Office or visit the website to start saving money today!

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Access

The Hawth is the perfect place to host any celebration!

Set in over 40 acres of picturesque woodland, The Hawth’s flexible layout lends itself to a variety of functions and is regularly hired for wedding receptions, anniversaries, birthdays and business celebrations.

Our dedicated catering team have over 20 years experience and will work closely with you to ensure we create the perfect menu to complement your event.

Corporate Entertaining Give clients and potential customers the VIP treatment with a night out at The Hawth. Meet your guests for pre-show drinks in Café Vita or private room and then sit down to a night of superb entertainment.

Please call the box office on 01293 553636 or email hawthboxoffice@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk for further details.

Hiring The Hawth The Hawth is a unique, inspiring and affordable venue in which to stage your business event. Our versatile range of rooms and spaces ensures that whether you’re hosting a meeting, training day, conference or product launch - we can tailor a space to suit you.

Performances which will be Audio Described: Birdsong Sat 27 April 7.30pm Save The Last Dance For Me Sat 8 June 2.30pm Talking Programmes Crawley Audio Description Service offers background information on the production and performers prior to selected performances. The service is via headsets and begins 20 minutes before the following performances.

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Sat 21 September 7.30pm 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 on hawth.co.uk on the Access page.

For further details including discounted ticket prices please contact the box office on 01293 553636.

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Celebrate at The Hawth

To find out more contact: Jackie Draper 01293 859949 hawthhire@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Dance Studio Try something new in 2013. Learn the latest moves and have fun. New classes in January include: Zumba • Street Dance • Pilates • Tots Ballet Musical Theatre – if you love drama, dance, singing and musicals come along on a Sunday morning starting January.

Book a ten week course and the final week is free.

More details from Box Office – call 01293 553636 The Studio is also available for hire for classes and dance schools. Contact Jackie Draper on 01293 859949 or email hawthhire@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk for details 5

Grease Auditions Theatre Summer School

Sun 21 April from 9.30am • Studio Do you love to take centre stage? Are you aged between 9 and 21? Bored with the same old summer holidays and think you could be the next Danny or Sandy?

The Hawth’s Summer School is the perfect opportunity for local young people to get involved in a show stopping, full-scale production of Grease the Musical, rehearsed and performed in just two weeks.

We are looking for 200 enthusiastic, talented singers, dancers, actors and technicians to be a part of a very special production of Grease.

Watch the magic come alive with a professional creative team of directors, choreographers and vocal coaches to create a production on a truly epic scale.

Ages 16-21: 9.30am - 12.30pm, ages 9-15: 12.30pm - 3.30pm, recalls: 1pm - 8pm.

Successful auditionees must be available for the Summer School which runs from 12 - 24 Aug and costs £195 per person. Grease will be performed at The Hawth from 22 - 24 Aug.

We Need Bees Theatr Na Nóg

Sun 5 May 11.30am & 2pm • Studio Suitable for ages 3 plus Bertie Bee is at the bottom of the heap of a busy beehive, spending his day pollinating boring old apples when actually he’d prefer to be free to pollinate wild flowers.

In a moment of rebellion he leaves the hive, only to put the whole colony and his best friend in danger.

Now Bertie has to be brave. Will Bertie succeed and save his friends?

Theatr na nóg’s decades of experience in creating the best of children’s theatre brings this wonderfully imagined story to life with lovable, spirited characters and a beautiful original score. www.theatre-nanog.co.uk

Tickets: £7 (Family of four: £26)

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Tue 14 May 7.45pm • Studio Vamm (Shetlandic: to bewitch and entrance) is an exciting string trio that weave melody and harmony together, creating a rich sound, bursting with texture and groove.

Expect to be wrapped in a full sound of dynamic subtleties and moments of intimate breath-taking quietness.

Fiddlers Catriona Macdonald (Shetland), Patsy Reid (Perth) and mandola player Marit Fält (Norway) play great melodies in a fun and exuberant fashion. vamm.co.uk

Tickets: £14 (discounts: £12), Out:smart: £8.50 See this concert and those by Le Vent Du Nord and Habadekuk for £39 saving up to £9.

RJ Thompson Fri 31 May 7.45pm • Studio

RJ Thompson is a critically acclaimed UK singer songwriter, best known for his stirring live shows and performances with Gabrielle Aplin, Sandi Thom and The Proclaimers.

He brings his 6-piece band to The Hawth to perform his brand of acoustic fused pop rock, citing the likes of John Mayer, Ed Sheeran and Bruce Springsteen amongst his musical influences. Don’t miss this rare full band performance from a singer songwriter that Acoustic Magazine declared ‘is on the cusp of big things’.

Support: Sussex based singer/songwriter and guitarist Edd Mann

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Vamm

www.rjthompsonmusic.com

Tickets: £10 (£12 on door)

Raised Voices Sun 2 June 7.30pm • Theatre

Community choirs are hitting a high note across the country following hit shows like Glee and the successes of The Choir and Military Wives Choir. The Arts Development team celebrate the vocal talents of local choirs with the return of their very own singing gala which promises a diverse evening of song from a variety of choirs, schools and groups.

An Arts Development event in aid of the mayor’s charity, Outreach 3 Way. Buy tickets for this show and save £5 on tickets for Spooky Men’s Chorale (17 July).

Tickets: £8.50 (discounts £7.50) 7 7

From the team that created Bill Kenwright And Laurie Mansfield present A brand new musical full of rock ‘n’ roll classics!

by Laurence Marks & Maurice Gran

Album released 2013 8

‘a feel-good musical delivered in rip-roaring style’ Telegraph

‘pitch perfect... a cracking night’

edinburgh evening news

FEATURING THE CLASSIC HITS OF POMUS & SHUMAN A TEENAGER IN LOVE SWEETS FOR MY SWEET HIS LATEST FLAME HERE I GO AGAIN SUSPICION SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME AND MANY MORE...

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

‘Dreamboats and Petticoats’

Mon 3 - Sat 8 June • Theatre Mon - Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Sat 2.30pm Featuring the hits of Doc Pomus & Mort Shuman and many more...

Dreamboats & Petticoats meets Dirty Dancing in an all new rock ‘n’ roll musical From the team that brought you the huge success that is Dreamboats and Petticoats, Save the Last Dance for Me will take you back through the ‘music and magic’ of the early ‘60s, a time when each passing week brought another rock ‘n’ roll classic.

Featuring the unmistakable hits of Doc Pomus & Mort Shuman including; A Teenager in Love, Sweets for my Sweet, His Latest Flame, Viva Las Vegas, Save the Last Dance for Me and many more... this nostalgic, feel-good journey will transport you back to music’s golden era as we follow two teenage sisters through the summer of ’63.

For the first time without their parents - the sisters embark on a holiday to the seaside. Full of freedom and high spirits they meet a handsome young American who invites them to a dance at the local U.S. Air force base. But young love and holiday romance is never as simple as it sounds, and the sisters soon realise that while the world around them is still watching itself in black and white, life and love can be much more colourful.

Tickets: Mon - Thur 7.30pm: £27.50 (discounts: £24.50), Groups of 10 or more: £23.50.

Wed 2.30pm: £22.50 (child: £20), Sat 2.30pm: £27.50 (child: £25), Fri & Sat 7.30pm: £29.50.

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Bluebird Club Night Wed 5 June 7pm • Studio The ever popular club for people with learning disabilities and their friends. Dance the night away with great DJs and resident band The Coasters.

Please book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Come early and enjoy the special Bluebird menu at Café Vita.

An Arts Development/Outreach 3 Way event supporting the stay up late campaign.

Tickets: £3.50 (carers free)

Bin Men

York Theatre Royal and ajtc Sat 8 June 11am • Studio

by Mike Kenny

A play with music for young children aged 5 years plus and their families.

Don and Sam are bin men with dreams. Big dreams!

They want to save the world and they want to have fun doing it!

Bin men see everything we throw away – and we throw away so many things. With Don and Sam around we may just need to think again. They can find a use for anything.

A story of music, movement, recycling, re-using, puppetry and fun from multi-award winning writer Mike Kenny.

Tickets: £7. Family of four: £26

Jazz Lunch

with Frank Holder Sun 9 June 12noon - 2.30pm • Spotlight Frank is a fabulous entertainer and a legend on the London jazz scene.

His career includes singing with the Johnny Dankworth Seven before headlining solo shows at The Palladium. Frank sings Rat Pack favourites, Bacharach, swing and easy listening with a vigour that belies his years. Frank will be accompanied by Hugh Ockendon on piano.

Enjoy some great 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.

Tickets: £18.95

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Plus support

Wed 12 June 7.30pm • Theatre The awesome young 9-piece Danish folk sensation visit The Hawth following roaring success at UK festivals last year.

This incredibly exciting band has become synonymous with energetic, entertaining concerts of fresh, fiery and feisty folk music.

Winners of The Danish Folk Music Awards (Best Album 2011), as well as the Nordic Folk Music Championship, Habadekuk present traditional Danish music with all the stops out!

Habadekuk are the big, new, young, party band of the moment offering a vibrant mix of salsa, jazz and folk. Powerful horns, toe tapping fiddle and contagious rhythms characterise a band that catapults folk music into the 21st century. www.habadekuk.dk

Tickets: £17.50 (discounts: £15) See this concert and those by Vamm and Le Vent Du Nord for £39, saving up to £9.

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‘wonderfully exciting... music for dancing’

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Habadekuk

FRoots

A Drunken Sailor

Mistresses

26/05/11 20.26

Wed 12 June 7.45pm • Studio

by Joan Greening A sensational new play by the creator of ITV’s The Cabbage Patch and Trouble and Strife.

Greening’s comic genius has woven the lives of Nell Gwynn, Lillie Langtry, Dorothy Jordan and the loves of Dante Gabriel Rossetti into a stunning historical drama.

With pathos and bawdy humour, these mistresses of Kings and artists tell heart-rending tales of love, lust and laughter. www.adrunkensailor.com

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Mr Blue Sky The ELO Experience

Thur 13 June 7.30pm • Theatre The very best of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.

40 years on, and the music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra is still regularly played on radio throughout the world.

Re-live this fantastic music and take a magical trip down memory lane for two hours in a show that has wowed audiences up and down the country. www.elotribute.com

Tickets: £20 (discounts: 17.50)

Ballet Central Fri 14 June 7.30pm • Theatre

Ballet Central return with an exciting programme of ballet, contemporary, jazz and narrative dance. The varied repertoire features a mixture of newly commissioned works and much-loved revivals, which showcase the talent of the company’s young and emerging dancers.

New works this year will be from highly acclaimed choreographers including Darshan Singh Bhuller, Christopher Marney, Stacey Haynes, Kenneth Tindall and Sara Matthews as well as re-staged works by company founder Christopher Gable CBE. This show is ideal for families, dance enthusiasts and those new to ballet. Don’t miss this opportunity to see these highly talented and vibrant dancers as they launch their professional careers. www.balletcentral.co.uk

Tickets: £14.50 (discounts: £12.50), Out:smart: £8.50

‘there is something to please everyone in the performance’ Dance Europe 2012

Father’s Day Meal and Film Sun 16 June Enjoy a specially selected film, homemade pie, mash and veg and a pint for just £11.50.

You can even vote for the film screened by emailing hawthadmin@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

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Senior Citizens Concert Mon 17 June 1pm • Theatre An afternoon of music and song performed by students from local secondary schools.

open from 11.30am for lunch and after the show for any hot drink and slice of cake for £2.95.

Tickets: £1

Zimbe!

Songbirds Choir and Friends Wed 19 June 7pm • Theatre With composer Alexander L’Estrange and the Call Me Al Jazz Quintet.

Songbirds and other community choirs perform Alexander L’Estrange’s rousing work ‘Zimbe! Come and sing the songs of Africa!’.

Performed with the composer and his jazz quintet conducted by Joanna Eames.

The programme also includes classical and pop numbers as well as songs from the musicals.

Hire – A Songbirds promotion www.songbirdschoir.co.uk www.zimbe.net

Tickets: £10 (discounts: £8), child: £5

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Crawley Festival

London Studio Centre’s

Jazz Dance Company

Thur 20 June 7.30pm • Theatre

‘sheer energy, joy and happiness’

This exciting young company presents a vibrant programme of works, ranging from the sensuality and lyricism of contemporary jazz to modern street dance, the rhythmic complexity of tap and the influence of jazz in musical theatre.

A highly enjoyable evening of song and dance that will appeal to all the family!

Tickets: £14.50 (discounts: £12.50), Out:smart: £8.50

Dancing Times

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Blues Night

Jim Crawford Thur 20 June 7.45pm • Studio

The captivating mix of intimate country and delta blues, angelic voice, consummate guitar playing and a nice line in humorous between-song patter make Jim a regular favourite at The Hawth Enjoy the performance in a cabaret setting complete with a choice of daily specials, sharing platters and drinks from Café Vita which you can enjoy at your table. www.jimcrawford.org.uk

Tickets: £12

‘ without doubt amongst the cream of British singer/songwriters’

Blues In Britain

Shaolin Warriors

Return of the Master Direct from China!

Fri 21 June 7.30pm • Theatre The internationally acclaimed Shaolin Warriors return with a brand new show.

A breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility strength and skill, using Buddhist meditation and their rigorous martial arts training. A spectacular show featuring 22 professionally trained Kung Fu Masters performing death-defying disciplines with traditional weapons with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights, hundreds of costumes.

A must see for family audiences and martial arts enthusiasts alike.

Tickets: £21 (discounts: £18), Family of four: £60

‘jaw dropping!... a perfect family show’ dinburgh Evening News

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Sponsored by

Illyria Fri 21 June 6.30pm • Amphitheatre

by Dick King-Smith, adapted by David Wood Farmer Hoggett wins a piglet at the fair - and everyone knows what fate awaits piglets raised on a farm. Adopted

by Fly the sheepdog, Babe develops his own methods of herding sheep using politeness instead of barking orders, and even saves the flock from sheep rustlers.

But Hoggett is a hard man to please - so when Babe is entered for the county sheep dog trials he is going to need Fly’s help, all his wits, and as much politeness as he can muster if he is going to get the sheep to co-operate, win the trials, and save his life. www.illyria.uk.com

Pre-order a children’s picnic box with choice of sandwich, crisps, chocolate bar or fruit for £4.75.

Adult Picnic for 2: sandwich and choice of 8 snacks: £9.95 Tickets: £13.50 (discounts: £10), Out:smart: £8.50, Family of four: £36

I Predicted A Riot Fri 21 June 7.45pm • Studio

In 18 years Police Sergeant Alfie Moore has seen it all and investigated everything from milk bottle theft to murders… and he’s still serving and still laughing!

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Babe The Sheep-Pig

A laughter-filled whistle stop tour of protests and riots through history featuring a cast of thousands from Romans to students, Alfie highlights his favourite riots throughout history with lots of entertaining digressions regarding his experiences on the beat and his take on the comedy gold of everyday life. www.alfiemoore.com

Tickets: £10

‘a very funny show... with a large dash of gallows police humour’ The Telegraph

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Ariel Drama Academy 2013 Showcase Mon 24 June 7pm • Theatre Ariel Drama Academy Crawley and East Grinstead are an independent drama school for students aged 7 to 19. The academy trains young actors in the core skills required to become an actor whilst maintaining a key sense of fun through learning.

The Academy presents an evening of song, drama and dance celebrating students’ work throughout the year – from LAMDA to hip hop to contemporary dance and joined by the Ariel Musicality Choir. www.arielct.co.uk

Hire – An Ariel event

Tickets: £10

Judy & Liza Tue 25 June 7.30pm • Theatre

Just over five decades after Judy Garland & Liza Minnelli last performed together at the London Palladium, the two legends return to the stage thanks to two renowned West End leading ladies with orchestrations from composer Michael England.

Featuring sublime live performances of your favourites including Cabaret, Maybe This Time, The Trolley Song and The Man That Got Away, this dazzling production takes you on an emotional journey through their glamorous, yet often troubled, lives.

An evening of explosive singing and razor sharp wit that will leave you breathless. www.judyandliza.com

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Wed 26 June 7.30pm • Theatre A rare opportunity to see two legends of British jazz, in one great concert.

Chris Barber celebrates his 64th year as a band leader in 2013. With his 10-piece band, featuring a 7-strong front line, Chris plays a selection of his favourite music: from his roots in New Orleans style to the early music of Ellington and Sidney Bechet, Bob Crosby and blues by Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee.

Acker Bilk first gained worldwide fame with Stranger On The Shore in 1962 - the first simultaneous number 1 hit in UK and USA. Since that time Acker and his Paramount Jazz Band have firmly established themselves as one of the best loved British jazz bands of all time.

A unique evening of entertainment – not to be missed.

Buy tickets for this show and save £3 on Chris Dean tickets (24 July)

Tickets: £21.50 (discounts: £19.50)

Sway Dance Showcase Thur 27 June 7pm • Studio A show celebrating the hard work of participants in the regular authentic street dance classes in The Hawth’s Dance Studio. To find out more about the variety of Sway classes call the box office.

Tickets: £2

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The Big Chris Barber Band & Acker Bilk & His Paramount Jazz Band

That’ll Be The Day Thur 27 June 7.30pm • Theatre Prepare yourself for a party as the nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety show returns by popular demand.

This hugely entertaining rock ‘n’ roll spectacular features a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s, mixed with loads of new zany comedy routines to produce a show with a real feel good party atmosphere.

Now in its 27th year of touring continuously in the UK and Europe, That’ll Be The Day is living proof that rock ‘n’ roll will never die! www.thatllbetheday.com

Tickets: £23.50

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Crawley Folk and Beer Festival Fri 28 – Sun 30 June • Hawth Grounds The popular festival returns for its 25th anniversary – soak up the sun, sounds and atmosphere and take in the music, food and craft stalls.

The Dance and Busking Stages offer the chance to enjoy the best in local talent in the open air while enjoying the delights of the Beer tent with its selection of over 50 beers and ciders (Beer tent open Fri 4pm - 10.30pm, Sat 12 noon - 10.30pm, Sun 12 noon - 6pm). The Dance stage will again feature popular local groups including Rampant Roosters, Anockalypse, Hunter’s Moon, Wild Hunt and Magog.

There’s also Foyer and Band stages and a host of stalls to browse around including crafts, clothing, musical instruments and food and the DoStuffBus offering creative workshops for families and children.

Admission: Free

Andy Irvine

plus Steve Turner and Blackthorn Fri 28 June 7.30pm • Studio Andy is one of the great Irish singers whose career stretches back to Sweeney’s Men in the ’60s and Planxty in the ’70s.

Steve Turner made a welcome return to the stage to wide acclaim having started his career in the late ’60s.

The line-up is completed with the Sussex-based Blackthorn.

Sponsored by Hobgoblin Music Tickets: £15

‘often copied, never equalled’

Irish Times

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John Tams (vocals, guitar), Graeme Taylor (guitar, vocals), Steve King (keyboards, vocals), Jon Davie (bass, vocals), Michael Gregory (drums), Paul Archibald (trumpet, flugel horn), Roger Williams (trombones), Andy Findon (reeds).

Winner of Best Live Act at the 2012 BBC Folk Awards

Support: The Dollymopps and Sussex based singer/ songwriter and guitarist Edd Mann.

Sat 29 June 7.30pm • Theatre

Formed in the 1980s, The Home Service was considered by many the greatest-ever folk-rock ensemble. 25 years on since disbanding, the band has risen from the ashes and is suddenly more popular and more in demand than ever.

www.homeserviceband.co.uk

Tickets: £18.50 (discounts: £14)

‘moving Anglo roots rock forward by light years… make it the soundtrack to your summer’ FRoots

Rory McLeod Sat 29 June 7.30pm • Studio

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Home Service

Support: Matt Quinn & les Sessions du Confiture plus Stompin’ Dave Allen Rory is a one man soulband, poet, storyteller and modern troubador.

Matt Quinn is a well-known name on the English folk scene, having performed for the last 7 years in various bands including Dogan & the Boombox Karavan and the Eliza Carthy Ceilidh Band.

Stompin’ Dave performs American roots music including old-time, bluegrass, blues, vintage country music.

Tickets: £13 Sponsored by Hobgoblin Music

‘ an awe inspiring live performer who writes quite brilliant songs’

Froots

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Dance E-Motion Drusilla Duffill Theatre School Sat 6 July 2.30pm & 7.30pm & Sun 7 July 2.30pm • Theatre A dance extravaganza performed by young dancers aged from 3 to 18 years.

A fusion of dance styles - from ballet to modern, jazz, street, tap and musical theatre - with innovative and creative choreography, lighting and costumes, this is a celebration of the love of dance and how it can express emotions of anger, sorrow, fear and joy.

This will be the school’s third show at The Hawth. For over 56 years generations have enjoyed learning to dance at the renowned school, with many going on to professional careers.

Hire - A Drusilla Duffill Theatre School Production www.drusilladuffilltheatreschool.co.uk

Tickets: £15 (child: £12.50)

Dancing Queen: The Concert Wed 10 July 7.30pm • Theatre An action-packed party show featuring all the greatest hits from Abba, Grease and the biggest hits from the ’70s.

With a fantastic cast of singers and musicians, Dancing Queen is the ultimate party show that will have the whole family dancing in the aisles.

Featuring songs such as Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Knowing Me, Knowing You, Thank You For The Music along with Summer Nights, Greased Lightning, You’re The One That I Want, Car Wash, YMCA, Boogie Nights and Love Is In The Air. Tickets: £18.50

‘a natural crowd pleaser of a show’

The Stage

Studio Jazz

Geoff Eales: 100 Years of Jazz Piano Wed 10 July 7.45pm • Studio

Geoff Eales, the celebrated UK pianist and long-time resident pianist with the BBC Big Band, takes the audience on a breathtaking journey through the entire history of piano jazz. From classic Scott Joplin ragtime to Fats Waller, Oscar Peterson, Dave Brubeck, George Shearing, Herbie Hancock and, of course, Geoff himself.

Another in the popular series of jazz concerts in the Studio. Enjoy the performance in a cabaret setting complete with a choice of daily specials or sharing platters from the Café Vita and drinks at your table. www.geoffeales.com

Tickets: £14 (£12 in advance) 20

40th Anniversary Concert Tour Thur 11 July 7.30pm • Theatre When Mike Oldfield released his 1973 masterpiece, Tubular Bells, it required more than 30 musicians to perform it. Now, 40 years on, performed by just two massively talented musicians, this thrilling show recreates the album on stage, in real time in a unique and compelling theatrical experience.

The show burst onto the international scene at the Sydney Festival and was the smash-hit show of the 2012 Edinburgh Festival Fringe - winning a Herald Angel Award and garnering several five star reviews.

Join us to witness this herculean feat as Daniel Holdsworth and Aidan Roberts recreate the beauty and playful lunacy of one of the most important albums of the 20th century with just four hands and four feet. www.tubularbellsfortwo.com

Tickets: £19.50

‘triumphant’

The Times

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Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells ‘For Two’

That’s Dancing Happy Feet

Sat 13 & Sun 14 July 3pm • Theatre Now in its 15th year, Happy Feet Song and Dance Company is once again proud to present another exhilarating variety showcase from a cast of over 130 students.

A wonderfully, uplifting performance is guaranteed, with music from classic MGM musicals, Disney, Fosse, London’s West End and the modern day.

Musical theatre, theatre, street, jazz, classical ballet, tap and contemporary routines with exciting and fun choreography performed by young and talented students.

Happy Feet has a reputation for its professional, unique and positive approach as a performing arts school igniting a flame of passion for the performing arts.

Sure to see you leaving the theatre feeling brighter, and tapping your toes!

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The Mikado Illyria Fri 12 July 7pm • Amphitheatre

by Gilbert and Sullivan Illyria make a welcome return to Crawley with Gilbert and Sullivan’s wonderful comic opera.

Although set in Japan, The Mikado is very much a parody of British politics, institutions and public life and is surprisingly relevant in the 21st century! It gets the complete Illyria treatment, faithfully performed by a reduced cast and accompanied by a Musical Director on keyboard.

Pre-book a picnic box for two with sandwiches and a choice of 8 picnic items at Box Office for £9.95. www.illyria.uk.com

Tickets: £13.50 (discounts: £10), Out:smart: £8.50, Family of four: £36

Spooky Men’s Chorale Wed 17 July 7.30pm • Theatre Wave goodbye to choirs as you know them. This one is a macho juggernaut - zany, black-clad, big as a behemoth and show-stoppingly good. Sounding as sacred as a high church choir one minute; wickedly off the wall the next.

Following their previous four triumphant UK tours, Spooky Men’s Chorale will leave their native New South Wales to regale veterans and virgins alike with rib-tickling (sometimes heart-rending) original compositions and eloquent arrangements by the inspired choral impresario, Stephen Taberner.

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Compellingly comic they may be, but make no mistake, this is a class act.

Pitch perfect harmonies, theatrical delivery, savvy lyrics, imaginations that run riot and men who really can multitask! From Georgian style chants to a capella ballads, spiky political jabs, and everything from Cole Porter to hilarious spoofs of Queen, Earth, Wind & Fire and Abba’s Dancing Queen! www.spookymen.co.au

See the Charole and Raised Voices and save £5 Tickets: £15

Stages Performing Arts Let’s Face The Music and ...

Mon 22 July 7pm • Theatre

Wed 24 & Thur 25 July 7pm • Theatre

Ariel Drama Academy Burgess Hill are an independent drama school for students aged 7 to 19. The academy trains young actors in the core skills required to become an actor whilst maintaining a key sense of fun through learning .

A showcase of dance and musical theatre by unrivalled local talent in all genres of performing arts.

The Academy presents an evening of song, drama and dance celebrating students’ work throughout the year – from LAMDA to hip hop to contemporary dance and joined by the Ariel Musicality Choir.

An evening for all the family to enjoy featuring works from top choreographers, and one not to be missed.

Hire – A Stages Performing Arts Promotion TicketS: £14

Hire – An Ariel event www.arielct.co.uk

Tickets: £10

Chris Dean and The Great American Song book

Act One Beginners Ten: Ten Year Call

Wed 24 July 7.45pm • Studio

Sat 27 July 2.30pm & 7.30pm • Theatre

Singing and swinging through the golden era.

A celebration of a decade of classes and performances from Act One Beginners.

The bandleader of the internationally famous Syd Lawrence Orchestra is a superb vocalist as well as a talented trombonist with a talent for performing material from The Great American Songbook. Wonderful interpretations of compositions by Hoagy Carmichael and Johnny Mercer, George and Ira Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Cole Porter to mention a few and songs of Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Mathis, Tony Bennett, and many, many more.

An evening of great songs, smooth performances and humorous anecdotes.

Tickets: £12 (discounts: £10) See this show and Chris Barber and save £3

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Ariel Drama Academy Showcase 2013

Join pupils past and present in this showcase of drama, dance and singing celebrating a decade of the drama school.

With medleys from musical theatre productions such as Oliver, Annie, West Side Story and Footloose, plus songs, dances and scenes from every class in the school, this promises to be an exciting, entertaining and vibrant production from this talented group of young people.

Tickets: £14 (discounts: £10). Groups: 1 in 10 free.

Family of Four: £45

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Crawley International Mela Sat 27 & Sun 28 July • Foyer & Grounds Celebrate 25 years of Crawley Mela with live music and dance from around the globe.

Featuring international musicians and emerging artists from Crawley, the festival hosts workshops, craft stalls and the best authentic food around. www.crawleymela.org

Admission: Free

Circus Summer School Mon 29 July – Fri 2 August 10am - 4pm • Studio

A week-long course for 8 to 16 year olds offering a chance to learn juggling, stiltwalking, unicycling and balloon modelling, with a show for friends and family on the Friday afternoon.

Comfortable clothes and trainers should be worn.

Café Vita open at lunchtimes for hot meals and snacks.

An Arts Development event Tickets: £85 (ES40: £65)

Le Vent Du Nord Thur 1 August 7.30pm • Marquee An energetic and dynamic band from Quebec, set to light up the outdoor marquee with a storming show of originals and traditional Canadian songs sung in French.

The band burst onto the international folk scene over 10 years ago and have been delighting crowds ever since with a mix of fiddle, guitar, accordion and hurdy-gurdy.

See this concert and those by Vamm and Habadekuk for £39 saving up to £9. www.leventdunord.com/en

Tickets: £16.50

‘catch them while you can’ Propaganda Magazine

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Sat 3 & Sun 4 August • Foyer and Grounds A great weekend of workshops, shows and games for circus enthusiasts.

This year’s theme is Weird Science, so feel free to dress accordingly - there’s a fancy dress competition on Sunday!

Come along and see some of the best circus acts in the land at the Kettle of Fish cabaret, followed by a fire show in The Hawth grounds.

An Arts Development event Day Ticket: £10 (Child 6 - 12 years: £6.50). Fully inclusive Weekend Ticket: £30 (child: £18) - includes camping and admission to Kettle Of Fish.

Special Early Bird tickets (before July 27): £25 (child: £15) Weekend ticket holders please request a free ticket at the time of booking, for children under 6.

Kettle Of Fish Circus Cabaret Sat 3 August 7.30pm • Theatre The wild, the wacky and the breathtaking combine in this fantastic show.

Be amused and amazed by a international line up of top circus acts. There’s a great atmosphere at this show, a splendid night out for all ages.

An Arts Development event Tickets: £14 (discounts: £10)

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Crawley Circus Festival

Drama Summer School Mon 5 - Fri 9 August 10am - 4pm • Studio A fun week-long intensive drama course for 8 to 13 year olds full of games, theatre skills, team building, improvisation and fun. There will be a short performance on Friday afternoon for friends and family to show what the students have learnt during the week. Please wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes.

Please bring a packed lunch and plenty to drink.

An Arts Development event Tickets: £85 (ES40: £65)

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A Vision of Elvis Rob Kingsley Thu 8 August 7.30pm • Theatre

Rob and his sensational band and singers bring you an evening of all the classics, from the hip swivelling ’50s Sun Studios, to the movies and the 1968 comeback and the electrifying Jumpsuit Concert Years.

Recognized as the Official European Champion, Rob delivers a truly authentic Elvis show.

Endorsed by Ed Bonja - Elvis’s photographer and road manager from 1970-1977.

The Look… The Sound… The Charisma - The Elvis show to see! www.avisionofelvis.com

Tickets: £17.50

Murder At The Theatre Murder Mystery Dinner

Fri 9 August 8pm • Spotlight

As You Like It Illyria

Thur 8 August 7pm • Amphitheatre No other touring open-air theatre company has performed so many different Shakespeare titles to so many people, winning so many awards, as Illyria.

As You Like It is Shakespeare’s ultimate romantic comedy - but pitted against political intrigue, multiple disguises and overwhelming cynicism, can love win through in the end...?

With its many pearls of wisdom, glittering repartee and gloriously happy ending this is not only one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays but also the perfect comedy for a summer’s evening in The Hawth’s woodland amphitheatre setting.

Multi show offer Pre-book a picnic box for two with sandwiches and a choice of 8 picnic items at Box Office for £9.95. www.illyria.uk.com

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Celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Hawth with a special evening. It’s 1988 and the great and the good have been invited to celebrate the opening of a new theatre. In one of the dressing rooms a terrible discovery is made...

Unravel the clues to discover the murderer while enjoying a four course meal and complimentary glass of wine or juice.

Get a group of friends together or join other guests on a table of 8 to 10 and unravel the clues. You may be invited to read a statement and if you’d like to get in the spirit, dress in themed clothes.

The winning table will receive a bottle of sparkling wine to celebrate their victory.

Menu: Prawn cocktail with Marie Rose dressing, Minestrone soup, Chicken Provencale with pommes Boulangere and seasonal vegetables, Crème caramel with fresh cream & strawberry garnish and coffee.

Vegetarian alternatives Melon & pineapple cocktail laced with Malibu and Breaded Camembert with cranberry dressing (please order in advance).

Tickets: £29.95

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Fri 9 – Sun 11 August • Theatre Fri 4pm, Sat & Sun 10am & 1pm Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer and her friends light up the UK in a musical song and dance spectacular!

Everyone’s favourite explorer is embarking on a LIVE musical adventure.

Dora has lost her teddy bear Osito, and the search is on to retrieve him! With the help of the audience, Map, Backpack, Boots, Diego and their courageous friends, Dora uses her map-reading, counting, musical and language skills to successfully pass through the number pyramid and the mixed-up jungle to reach the City of Lost Toys.

Tickets: £16, child: £14, Family of four: £55.

Groups 10 or more@ £12 (10th place free!)

Explorer Tickets (centre front stalls rows A - K): £18, child: £16 Family of four: £65.

Please note: Groups and Explorer tickets are not available online.

Buy an adult meal and get a half price children’s meal

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A Celebration of Food and Drink

Sun 11 August 11am • Hawth Grounds and Foyer A mix of international and local food and wine suppliers offer a chance to taste and buy with wine tastings, talks and free music throughout the day.

Admission: Free

Summer Art Sessions

Mon 12 - Wed 14, Mon 19 - Wed 21 August • Hawth Grounds 11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm Creative workshops for 8 years old and up, run by Ginger Moo artists aboard a stationary double-decker bus.

Stimulate your imagination in a relaxed atmosphere on the top deck and take part in different creative activities from drawing and collage to printing and sculpture. Everyone takes something with them at the end of their session.

Try something new each day.

For more information on activities visit the websites. www.gingermoo.com www.dostuffbus.com

Tickets: £1o per child for two hour session. £5 per accompanying adult.

Grease The Musical

Thur 22 - Sat 24 August • Theatre Evenings 7.30pm plus Sat 2.30pm A full-scale production of Grease rehearsed and performed in just two weeks by 200 enthusiastic, talented singers, dancers, actors and technicians who have worked with a professional theatre production company and a top London choreographer and director; to create this full scale production of the musical.

With a live rock band, professional costumes, lighting, sound and a 60 foot 1960’s jukebox, this is a truly epic scale production of the world’s most popular musical!

Its the one that you want!

Tickets: Thurs and Fri: £13, Sat 2.30pm: £12, Sat 7.30pm: £15.

Discounts: £2 off. Family of four (including at least 2 children): £35.

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Creative Writing Day Course

Ariel Young actors proudly present their latest show, featuring the best from West End and Broadway musicals including Wicked, Glee, Les Miserables and We Will Rock You and new takes on numbers from more established shows.

Everyone loves a story. Have you ever had an itch to write one?

Sat 24 August 2pm & 7.30pm • Studio

With its vibrant cast, peppered with the youngsters from Ariel Drama Academy, this is a production not to miss if you like your show tunes with attitude, delivered by a local cast brimming with vitality and conviction. www.arielct.co.uk

Hire – An Ariel event Tickets: £10 (discounts: £9)

Thur 29 August 11am – 4pm • Limelight Room

In this workshop you’ll hear stories. You’ll find out how they’re put together, talk about theme, dialogue, character, plot, viewpoint, research, and also where to sell.

There’ll be plenty of writing time and guidance from Alison Carter, the author of nearly 200 published tales and short stories who has been long-listed in recent years for the Bridport Prize and the BBC Opening Lines new radio writers series and is also a professional copywriter.

Suitable 15+ ages.

Tickets: £15

Crawley Irish Festival The Celtic and Irish Cultural Society

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Musicality Ariel Young Actors

Sun 25 August 12 noon to 8pm • Hawth Grounds The Crawley Irish Festival is entering its 18th year and is delighted to join forces with The Hawth for this much anticipated event. The only festival of its type in the South East attracts large crowds from throughout Sussex, London and further afield.

A great family day, the festival showcases some of the best musical talent from Britain and Ireland showing modern and traditional Irish music and open dance competitions.

Eight hours of music from Ireland’s tops entertainers and UK-based bands with a Ceili Dance Marquee, Irish Dance Competition, children’s entertainment marquee, sports, cultural identity, food and craft stalls and displays.

The festival is a fantastic day out for the whole family and an ideal bank holiday treat! www.celtic-irish.co.uk or call John Nolan on 01293 513189.

Admission: Free

For Those About To Rock!

Sat 7 September 7.30pm • Theatre

Back by popular demand!, the high energy rock ’n’ boogie tour with LIVE/WIRE... THE AC/DC SHOW The unique six man tribute to AC/DC complete with cannons, a wall of Marshalls and over two hours of high voltage rock and roll. A musical tour of the past forty electric years as the rock and roll train powers on and on until the cannons fire ceremoniously to bring the evening to a superb crescendo.

THE ZZ TOPS - it’s fiesta time! So put on those cheap sunglasses and get down to the Hot Rodded Boogie of The ZZ Tops! These Sharp Dressed Men are not to be missed!.

Tickets: standing only £17.50 (£20 on door)

‘closest I’ve seen!’

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United We Dance Fi Steps

Fri 13 & Sat 14 September 7pm • Theatre Over 180 versatile, vibrant and talented young people perform an array of energetic song and dance numbers with music from pop to musicals.

A highly entertaining, lively and exciting evening not to be missed.

Hire – A Fi Steps production Tickets: £14 (discounts: £12.50)

Pole Passion Presents

Miss Pole Dance UK 2013 Sun 15 September from 1pm • Theatre

The most spectacular and breath-taking show in Pole Dance, with performances from male and female competitors, looking to win the next UK’s top award and represent the UK in the World Pole Sport Championships later this year.

Come and witness the UK’s finest performers live on stage, as seen on ‘Got to Dance’ and ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ - A must see for all dance and fitness enthusiasts.

Featuring throughout the day: Master Classes – For all abilities see website for further details.

Mr Pole Fitness UK - Official UK Male Pole Dance Championships.

Synchronised Doubles Championships.

International show acts and performances – From world class pole dancers.

Miss Pole Dance UK Championships – Official UK Female Pole Dance Championships. www.misspoledance-uk.com

Tickets: All day Ticket: £24.50 (children under 18/over 60/ student: £12.50) Groups - buy 5 get 1 FREE (6 seats), buy 10 get 2 FREE (12 seats)

Buddy Holly and the Cricketers

Wed 18 September 7.30pm • Theatre

This breathtaking show has rock ’n’ rolled audiences across the globe and is guaranteed to have everyone singing along and dancing in the aisles.

It stars some of the finest actor-musicians in the UK whose combined West End credits include Buddy, Lennon, Forbidden Planet and Jailhouse Rock.

Tickets: £16.50 (discounts: £15)

‘Buddy brilliant!’

Graham Norton, BBC One

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Fri 20 September 7.30pm • Theatre

starring The Marmalade, Herman’s Hermits, Chris Farlowe & Steve Ellis Love Affair A must see ’60s show featuring all the original hits performed by four of the most popular bands of the decade.

Packed with nostalgia and hits such as The Marmalade’s Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da, Falling Apart At The Seams, Cousin Norman and Radancer, Hermans Hermits, I’m Into Something Good, Something Is Happening, No Milk Today, There’s A Kind Of Hush, I’m Henry The 8th, Steve Ellis Love Affair’s Everlasting Love, Bringing On Back The Good Times, Chris Farlowe’s Out Of Time, Handbags and Gladrags, Let The Heartaches Begin and Reach Out I’ll Be There.

Over 25 hits performed by four of the most influential bands of their time. Step back in time and relive the past during an evening true to the ’60s.

Hosted by Alan Mosca from Freddie & The Dreamers Tickets: £23.50 (discounts: £22)

Blues Night

Steve James

Sat 21 September 7.45pm • Studio

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

The Sensational ’60s Experience

New Yorker Steve is renowned in folk, blues and American roots circles as a prolific composer and performer with a dynamic stage presence.

Enjoy the performance in a cabaret setting complete with a choice of daily specials, sharing platters and drinks from Café Vita which you can enjoy at your table. www.stevejames.com

TICKETS: £12

‘flawless fingerpicking and slide guitar... an exuberant performance’ Dirty Linen

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2013/14 Classical Music Season Mark Bebbington

Sun 10 November 7.30pm • Studio Haydn: Sonata in G major Schubert: Sonata in B flat major John Ireland: London Pieces, Chelsea Reach,

Ragamuffin, Soho Forenoons Liszt: The Fountains of the Villa d’Este Liszt/Wagner: Liebestod from Tristan and Isolde The rapturous critical plaudits which have greeted Mark Bebbington’s performances and recordings have singled him out as a pianist of the rarest refinement and maturity.

‘truly a remarkable pianist’The Times Czech National Symphony Orchestra

Thur 28 November 7.30pm • Theatre

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

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Dvorák Carnival Overture Schumann Piano Concerto Dvorák Symphony No.7 Conductor: Paul Daniel Piano: Natasha Paremski

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Celebrating its 20th birthday this year, the Czech National Symphony Orchestra is considered one of Europe’s top symphonic ensembles.

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra returns to The Hawth with rising young pianist Natasha Paremski to perform Schumann’s powerful Piano Concerto, sandwiched by two much-loved works by Czech composer Dvorák. ^

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Tickets: £29.75, £25.75

Conductor: Petr Altrichter Piano: Noriko Ogawa Schubert Symphony The Unfinished Grieg Piano Concerto Strauss Tales from Vienna Woods Dvorák Symphony From The New World

Tonight they will perform with the renowned conductor Petr Altrichter, the orchestra and the exciting pianist Noriko Ogawa.

Pre-concert talk at 6.30pm: Schubert Unfinished Symphony by Gwyn Parry-Jones

Pre-concert talk 6.30pm: Dvorák Symphony No.7 Entertaining and illuminating talk from music writer and lecturer Terry Barfoot.

Tickets: £4 (free to subscribers) Pre-concert meal: 3 course waitress-served meal from 5pm for £21.50. Book in advance with box office.

Stefan Knapik & Timothy End Cello & Piano Sun 13 October 7.30pm • Studio

Stefan Knapik and Timothy End bring together their diverse experience as musicians in this recital to present a programme of works of transcendent lyricism from Bach, Bloch and Rachmaninov.

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Nocturne - The romantic life of Frédéric Chopin Sun 15 December 7.30pm • Studio

Piano: Lucy Parham Narrator: Dame Harriet Walter Narrator: Guy Paul A programme of words and music scripted and adapted from letters and diaries by Lucy Parham which chronicles the romantic life of one of the greatest composers for solo piano.

Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra

Beethoven Egmont Overture Beethoven Triple Concerto Beethoven Piano Concerto No.5, ‘Emperor’

Tchaikovsky Shostakovich Tchaikovsky

Suite from Sleeping Beauty Cello Concerto Symphony No.4

Director/Piano: Freddy Kempf Violin: Clio Gould Cello: Tim Gill

Conductor: Cello:

Yuri Botnari Natalie Clein

Sun 23 February 7.30pm • Theatre

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra presents a magnificent concert of masterworks by Beethoven.

Pre-concert talk at 6.30pm: Beethoven Triple Concerto by Terry Barfoot.

Tue 20 May 7.30pm • Theatre

The world-class Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra has worked with many of the world’s greatest conductors and soloists such as Kondrashin, Rostropovich, Rubinstein and Richter.

The talented Yuri Botnari conducts the orchestra for this celebration of Russian Masterworks.

Pre-concert talk at 6.30pm: Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.1 by Terry Barfoot.

Dimitris Dekavallas Guitar Sun 23 March 7.30pm • Studio J K Mertz M Giuliani A Barrios-Mangore

Tarantelle, Variations Mignonnes Variations on a theme by Handel Una limosna por el amor de dios, La Cathedral

J Morel I Albeniz K Sanz M De Falla

Danza Brasilera, Misionera Asturias, Mallorca, Sevilla Canarios The Miller’s Dance

Anonymous

Four traditional Spanish songs

Multiple award-winner Dimitris Dekavallas has already established himself as one of the most talented guitarists of his age.

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Last Night of the Proms Sun 15 June 7.30pm • Theatre Conductor: Owain Arwel Hughes Soprano: Elena Xanthoudakis French Horn: Laurence Davies

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Beethoven Masterpieces

Owain Arwel Hughes conducts a fitting finale to the season, celebrating the joys of summer with a glorious evening featuring orchestral gems and arias from your favourite operas.

Pre-concert talk at 6.30pm: Rossini Thieving Magpie & Mozart Horn Concerto No.4. by Gwyn

Nazrin Rashidova & Stanislav Hvartchilkov Violin & Guitar Thur 1 May 7.30pm • Studio Bach

Sonata in A Minor BMV1020 Arr. Tilman Hoppstock

Handel/Halvorsen Mozart Piazzolla

Passacaglia arr. S. Hvartchklkov Duo in G, K.423 Arr. Elliot Fisk Histoire du Tango

The exciting pairing of Azerbaijan born violinist and young Bulgarian guitarist, each of whom have growing international reputations.

Parry-Jones.

Classical Music Season Subscriptions Subscribing to all five concerts in the theatre (Platinum Season) and save £21.75 or subscribe to the Gold Season (as Platinum but without the RPO’s Last Night At The Proms concert), and save £12.

Book before the general public and ensure the best seats. FREE tickets to pre-concert talks.

Save £3 on each of the five Studio recitals in the season.

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Lúnasa

Sun 22 September 7.30pm • Theatre

‘the hottest Irish acoustic group on the planet’ Irish Voice

Lúnasa is internationally acknowledged as being the finest traditional Irish instrumental band of recent times, renowned for stunning shows honed by superb musicianship.

The band’s inventive arrangements and bass driven grooves have steered Irish acoustic music into surprising new territory and their music has been hailed as some of the best and most important world music anywhere.

Their blend of intelligence, innovation, virtuosity, and passion has brought them to the forefront of Celtic music. www.lunasa.ie

Tickets: £17.50

Georgie Fame & Sons

Wed 25 September 7.30pm • Theatre Georgie, with his much-loved blend of jazz and rhythm & blues is an icon of the British music scene.

With more than twenty albums and fourteen hit singles including the No.1s Yeh Yeh, Getaway and The Ballad of Bonnie and Clyde and a long list of collaborations with some of music’s most famous names; Muddy Waters, Gene Vincent, Bill Wyman, Eric Clapton and Van Morrison, amongst many others, Georgie Fame is a bona fide musical legend!

Tickets: £19 (discounts: £17.50)

Let’s Hang On

Thur 26 September 7.30pm • Theatre

The music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons They performed at the opening night of Jersey Boys in London’s West End and were invited to the Royal Albert Hall by Frankie Valli himself!

Don’t miss your chance to see one of the most popular and electrifying shows to hit the stage.

Discover how four New Jersey boys from the wrong side of the tracks invented their own sound, wrote their own songs and became one of the biggest pop sensations of all time.

The story… the music… the sound…. oh what a night! www.letshangon.co.uk

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Neil Innes

Thur 26 September 7.45pm • Studio Neil performs a wry, poignant, humorous and topical one-man show, spiced with anecdotes of his life and times in the worlds of media and show business.

Known for his work with Monty Python, The Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band and The Rutles, Neil’s BBC2 Innes Book of Records shows have also become cult classics.

Neil’s solo shows tickle the emotions with a potent mix of fine musicianship and enlightened lyricism, packed with sharp observations celebrating the absurdities of modern existence.

When life gets a bit like lipstick on a pig and you really don’t want to get all grubby again going down that horrid escape tunnel you’ve been clawing away at ever since you could crawl – why not come and share in the fun of a fairly new Neil Innes show? www.neilinnes.org

TICKETS: £14

Purple Zeppelin

Fri 27 September 7.30pm • Theatre The dream gig that never was – until now!

Voted Best Tribute Act of 2012, Purple Zeppelin are proud to pay tribute to the two greatest rock bands of all time, Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin.

Re-live the magic, the excitement and the sheer raw energy generated by those incredible musicians.

Purple Zeppelin are four talented and versatile musicians with decades of playing between them, comprising thousands of sessions and gigs both in the UK and overseas, selling out venues up and down the country.

Tickets: £17.50

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Another Chance To Get It Right

Anne Wright and Jan Dayton Clairvoyance and Spirit Portrait Art Fri 27 September 7.30pm • Studio International mediums Anne Wright and Jan Dayton (Most Haunted & Southern Counties Radio) are coming together to bring you an extra special night. In a light hearted, entertaining and loving show, they will bring messages and sketched faces of those who have passed onto the other side of life. Come and join them for an evening of entertainment.

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Other events

No Jacket Required The Phil Collins Tribute Sat 28 September 7.30pm • Theatre The UK’s leading Phil Collins tribute returns by popular demand, as part of their 10th Anniversary Tour.

This stunning 11-piece band performs two hours of non-stop hits from Phil’s award-winning solo career, plus a little Genesis thrown in for good measure. From Another Day In Paradise to Easy Lover and the classic In The Air Tonight, there’s something for everyone in this spectacular show.

This show has sold out all around the country this year – book early! www.nojacketrequired.co.uk

Tickets: £18.50

High Street Live Sun 16 June 2pm-10pm • Crawley High Street

High Street Live is coming to the town centre for an afternoon and evening of great music and food. Almost 20 different acts will perform throughout the day on two live stages in Crawley High Street.

Closed to traffic, the charm of the historic High Street takes on a continental feel with alfresco dining provided by some of the town’s best restaurants and pubs. Enjoy a pint on the pavement or a pizza on the piazza and take in the sounds of some great live music.

Admission free

Mainstage

Sun 22 June 12noon-5pm • Memorial Gardens The Crawley Festival finale returns to present a mix of some of the town’s finest talent in an exciting display of performances, workshops and street theatre.

The Saviours of Soul Sat 28 September 7.45pm • Studio From the opening bars you realise this is a band with a difference.

The Saviours of Soul are a powerful 10 piece band that takes you on a nostalgic trip through the soul, disco and funk classics right up to modern day floor fillers.

The full Saviours of Soul experience is performed by three dynamic vocalists along with guitar, bass, drums and keyboard together with a three piece horn section.

All proceeds to the West Sussex Association for the Blind (4Sight)

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Join in free workshops in dance, music, arts and craft and animation and experience the cultural kitchen where you can find out about some of the different nationalities living in Crawley and learn how to cook mouth-watering traditional dishes.

Music and dance performances will take place on stage throughout the day. Come along and enjoy a free family day out.

Admission free

Crawley Library

Hire - A 4Sight event

Crawley Library will be hosting monthly lunch time talks during 2013 on a whole variety of topics. Each talk and Q&A will last 40 minutes..

Tickets: £15

www.westsussex.gov.uk/leisure/libraries/whats_in_your_libraries

Rob Marrs

Sun 19 May - Fri 7 June Rob is a self-taught artist whose recent works are both diverse and original in nature.

Crawley Schools

Around the World

Mon 10 - Fri 14 June This exhibition showcases the art work of students from local infant, junior and secondary schools within Crawley.

As Oriel High School continues its creative exchanges with these schools this exhibition celebrates the work produced by the students.

Crawley Art Society

Admission Free. Exhibitions held in The Hawth Foyer and can be viewed from Monday to Saturday from 9am – 8.15pm.

6pm if no show.

Debbie Walkey & Ann Muteham

Sun 21 July - Fri 2 August Ann is a visionary artist, creating on the canvas through paint and energy.

Debbie’s inspiration for her art comes from the energy of light and movement, she finds the elements of nature particularly of interest and are inspiring.

Skribblez Tue 6 - Sat 24 August Crawley-born graffiti artist Skribblez aka Skribz grew up around graffiti, seeing it day in day out and, it was only a short period of time before a writer was born.

Although he doesn’t have a particular style he is always trying new techniques to push the boundaries and keep it fresh.

Sat 15 - Sat 22 June

www.skribblez.co.uk

As part of Crawley Festival, members of the Society exhibit a selection of their work. For membership details please call Mrs Bament on 01293 882131 – the only qualification for membership is enthusiasm!

Angela Tabor My Favourite Things

Mel Beadel & Paul Micah

Original, colourful acrylics and vibrant watercolours and pastels inspired by Angela’s native Devon, travels in Europe and beyond.

Mel’s paintings are inspired by vivid colours that can be found in nature and the natural elements, along with people’s colourful personalities in her.

Angela moved to Sussex in 1986 where she has rekindled her love of art and she now runs The Lower Beeding Painting Group providing tuition and encouragement for artists.

Mon 24 June - Sat 6 July

Paul’s bakground is in lighting design for theatre and his passion is photography.

Holy Trinity School Mon 8 - Thur 18 July

This year’s annual display by the school of the best senior art work from 2012/13.

The exhibition includes predominantly fine art paintings and photographs from the upper school’s talented art students.

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Visual Arts

Sun 1 - Fri 20 September

Hilary Steel

Sun 22 September - Fri 4 October Hilary’s passion for architecture and technical drawing are reflected in her depictions of buildings in Sussex, London and throughout Europe.

The Hawth’s arts space is coordinated by Crawley Borough Council’s Arts Development team on behalf of Parkwood Theatres. For more details on how to exhibit your work contact Liz Hart on 01293 438156 or liz.hart@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk.

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The partnership between The Hawth and leading independent cinema chain Curzon Cinemas brings the best in digital cinema screened with the benefit of latest state of the art technology to The Hawth Studio.

Tickets: £7 (discounts: £6) Cine Kids Tickets: £3

Look out for our Curzon leaflet, and check the website for latest programme details where you can also sign up for enewsletters by clicking on ‘Join Our Mailing List’ and clicking Films.

Song for Marion

Life of Pi

Tue 30 April 11am & 7.45pm, Wed 1 May 3pm & 7.45pm

Thur 2 May 7.45pm, Sun 5 May 7.45pm

(PG) 93mins

with Irrfan Khan, Tabu, Rafe Spall

with Gemma Arterton, Terence Stamp, Vanessa Redgrave

A modern Aesop’s fable, we follow the journey of Pi who, after the capsizing of a ship he was travelling on, is forced to share a small lifeboat with a tiger.

Grumpy pensioner Arthur, honours his recently deceased wife’s passion for performing by joining the unconventional local choir to which she used to belong.

Robot and Frank

Welcome to the Punch

Wed 8 May 3pm & 7.45pm, Fri 10 May 11am

Sun 12 May 3pm, Mon 13 May 7.45pm

(12A) 90mins

with James McAvoy, Mark Strong, Andrea Riseborough

with Frank Langella, James Marsden, Liv Tyler, Susan Sarandon

Stylish, action-packed London thriller following the final face off between a retired criminal and the detective who has hunted him for years. However they both sense a deeper conspiracy as the hunt unfolds…

Ageing curmudgeon and retired jewel thief Frank lives a solitary life until his son installs a caretaker robot. The robot upends Frank’s lonely life, with a strict regimen of exercise, diet and gardening. An unlikely friendship - and crime duo - is born.

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(PG) 120mins

(15), 99mins)

Side Effects

Mon 13 May 11am, Mon 20 May 7.45pm

Tue 21 May 7.45pm, Thur 23 May 7.45pm

(15) 122mins

(15) 106mins

with Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert De Niro

with Jude Law, Rooney Mara, Catherine Zeta-Jones

After a stint in a mental institution, former teacher Pat Solitano moves back in with his parents and tries to reconcile with his ex-wife. Things get more challenging when Pat meets Tiffany, a mysterious girl with problems of her own.

Emily, a designer and wife of a convicted stockbroker, suffers from depression.

Les Misérables Fri 24 May 7.45pm, Sat 25 May 7.45pm (12A) 157mins with Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe and Anne Hathaway The spectacular, Oscar-winning adaption of the global stage sensation telling an enthralling story of love, passion, sacrifice and redemption.

Following an attempt to harm herself, she is placed in the care of Dr. Jonathan Banks, but when matters escalate the psychiatrist suddenly finds his whole career and marriage hanging in the balance.

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Silver Linings Playbook

Curzon Cinema Card The new Curzon Crawley card entitles you to unlimited films throughout the year, enewsletters and savings on food and drink before and after screenings and no booking fees on film tickets. Contact the Box Office for further details on 01293 553636.

Cinema Hire The Cinema is also available for hire, so if you want to impress business colleagues with your presentation, have a party with a difference or even want to have a get together to watch a classic film call Jackie Draper on 01293 859949 or email hawthhire@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

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Crawley Arts Development Crawley Arts Development team is based at The Hawth and works to stimulate and encourage participation, performance and attendance in all art forms.

Current projects include Black History Month Celebrations Circus Festival Summer Schools

Theatre Company Course

Spice of Life Singalong sessions

Adult Drama

Thursday 2pm - 4pm Northgate Community Centre

Monday 7.30pm - 9.30pm Southgate Community Centre

60 + • £3.50

Age 18 + • £5

Hot Taps Tap Dancing Tuesday 2pm - 4.30pm Furnace Green Community Centre

Thursday 6pm - 7.30pm 13+ Thursday 7.45pm - 9.15pm 15+ Dormans Youth Arts Centre, Gossops Green

All ages • £4.50

£3.50

12 Bar Music

Circuswurx Circus Skills

Tuesday 7.30pm - 10pm Northgate Community Centre

Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm Broadfield Community Centre

All ages • £4.50

16+ (accompanied children 8+ welcome) • £3.50

Footloose Dance Group

A Junior Circuswurx workshop will hopefully start soon on Saturday mornings for 8 to 15 year olds.

If you are interested please contact carolyn.murphy@crawley.gov.uk

Dance for people with learning difficulties and disabilities

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Drama Crawley Youth Theatre

Wednesday 5.15pm - 6.30pm Manor Green Primary School

For more details on Crawley Arts Development and its projects contact

Age 8 + • £3

Carolyn Murphy, Arts Development Officer on 01293 438152 or check out www.crawley.gov.uk and www.hawth.co.uk

Ha Ha Holmes & The Hound of the Baskervilles Mon 7 October 7.30pm • Theatre Written by Ben Langley

Propeller presents

Pocket Merchant

Starring Joe Pasquale as Sherlock Holmes and Ben Langley & Andrew Fettes

Tue 15 October 1.30pm & 7pm • Theatre

There’s a beast on the moors, a crime to be solved, and with the Ha Ha team on the case what can go right?!!?

Directed by Edward Hall

Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice Pocket-size

You’d be absolutely barking to miss this pipe-smoking new show from theatre’s funniest parodists as Holmes and Watson embark on their most dangerous adventure yet… hunting down The Hound of the Baskervilles!

An uncompromising tale of greed and revenge.

Stick some shag in your pipe and visit 221b Baker Street for the most gripping comedic thriller of the age!!!

After an enticing hour, audiences are invited into the performance space with the actors to express their response to the show in the freest way possible.

Tickets: £20 (discounts: £18). Out:Smart: £8.50

Under the direction of Edward Hall, Propeller is an allmale company that brings Shakespeare’s texts to life with their trademark clear, humorous and enlightening style.

Pocket Merchant provides an inspiring introduction not only to Shakespeare, but also to the highest quality English theatre around. www.propeller.org.uk

Tickets: £14 (discounts: £12), schools/Out:smart: £8

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Coming Soon

Kate Rusby

Wed 16 October 7.30pm • Theatre Of all the stars in Folk Music’s wondrous firmament few shine as brightly as Yorkshire’s Kate Rusby.

Kate will be joined on stage by the cream of British folk musicians who form her band. www.katerusby.com

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The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Radio Show Live!

Mon 21 October 7.30pm • Theatre Based on the novels by Douglas Adams Following a smash hit UK Tour in 2012, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is back in this ground-breaking new stage production - a radio show like you never saw before.

Joining Simon Jones as Arthur Dent, and Hitchhiker’s favourites from the legendary radio and TV casts, will be a VIP Guest Voice Of The Book (including in 2012 Terry Jones, Clive Anderson, Phill Jupitus and Andrew Sachs).

Tickets: £25 www.hitchhikerslive.com

‘a big thumbs up… a fun ride’

Milton Jones On The Road

Wed 23 October 7.30pm • Theatre Milton Jones is back on the road with another tour, this time imaginatively entitled On The Road.

Hundreds of his celebrated one-liners, plus pictures he drew. Clever, surreal but mainly just stupid, stupid, stupid.

Please note: This is the same show Milton performed at The Hawth in February.

Enjoy a sharing platter for £9.95 in Café Vita before the show, reserve yours at box office when you book your tickets.

Special: Curry and a Beer Night: £11.50 in advance (£12.50 on the night). Book with Box Office or online with your show tickets Tickets: £20

Daily Mail

Essence of Ireland

Fri 25 October 7.30pm • Theatre Set against the backdrop of Ireland, England and America in the 20th century and inspired by true events, Essence of Ireland tells a story of love, joy, happiness and heartache endured by Cora McGowan and Sean Dempsey as they are separated by emigration from each other and their beloved Ireland.

This moving story told through music, song and dance is a celebration of all things Irish and will take you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions giving audiences a unique Irish experience. Featuring original choreography and music, together with Irish classics such as Galway Girl, Irish Rover, Song for Ireland, Danny Boy, Carrickfergus and Ireland’s Call.

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Crawley Blues Festival Sat 26 October • Studio

The Festival returns with the best of blues from the US and Britain featuring Dave Kelly virtuoso slide guitar maestro from The Blues Band, Raga Mama Rag: from France, Giles Hedley & the Aviators, Michael Roach from Washington DC and new young band Red Butler.

In between performances there will be the screening of classic performances from across the years.

Sat 9 November 5pm & 8pm • Theatre For lovers of Sixties music, this is the ultimate, and probably never to be repeated, line-up. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the 50th anniversary of when it all began!

Featuring record breaking Merseybeat band Gerry & The Pacemakers. The second Liverpool band to chart (after The Beatles), but the first to reach No.1 and the first act ever to top the charts with their first three singles.

Also from Liverpool and tipped to be as big as The Beatles, The Searchers’ first single also went to No.1 and led to five more Top 5 hits and a total of 128 weeks in the charts.

Controversial, ponytailed P.J. Proby, whose trouser splitting shocked the nation, was a Melody Maker teen idol award winner in 1964 and spent 91 weeks in the charts.

The Fortunes stormed the Top 10 with You’ve Got Your Troubles, Here It Comes Again, Freedom Come Freedom Go and Storm in a Teacup.

And finally, Brian Poole and Chip Hawkes. On stage together.

Tickets: £29.50 (discounts: £27.50)

An Evening of Dirty Dancing The Tribute Show

Fri 15 November 7.30pm • Theatre The original box office smash hit tribute to one of the greatest movie soundtracks of all time.

A sell-out sensation directed by Matt Firth (RSC) and choreographed by Leanne Harwood (Mamma Mia!). This song and dance spectacular features a dynamic cast of West End performers sure to show you the time of your life!

This feel good concert is the ultimate party and has something for everyone including the hits: Do You Love Me, She’s Like the Wind and the Oscar-winning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.

Please note this show is not affiliated with ‘Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story On Stage’.

Tickets: £19 (discounts: £17)

Christmas Party Nights Fri 6 & Sat 7 December 7.30pm • Theatre With The Gordon Skeggs Roadshow Celebrate the festive season in style with great music and a three course buffet – perfect for large parties. Book early – these events always sell out.

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Sixties Gold

Ready Steady Cook

Thur 20 March 7.30pm • Theatre One of Britain’s most successful TV cookery shows comes to Crawley in its first ever live show. Fronted by Chef Lesley Waters, and featuring some top TV chefs – plus a celebrity host – Ready Steady Cook Live! will include all your favourite elements of the TV show, including the red tomatoes and green peppers, and the ‘Quickie Bag’!

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Tue 19 – Sat 23 November • Theatre Tue – Thur 7.30pm, Wed & Sat 2.30pm, Fri & Sat 8pm From the award-winning producers of The King and I and High Society comes a new production of one of the world’s favourite musicals, directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood, the nation’s favourite Strictly Come Dancing judge and master of the musical stage.

Tevye, the local milkman in his village of Anatevka, has always stuck by his traditions but suddenly his head strong daughters decide that they want to marry for love rather than accept whatever Yente the Matchmaker comes up with. Tevye loves his daughters but has to convince his wife, and the villagers, that their decisions are actually falling in with tradition – not any easy thing to do but if anyone can do it, the wily Tevye can!

Filled to the brim with classic songs like If I Were a Rich Man, Matchmaker Matchmaker, Sunrise Sunset and To Life, Fiddler on the Roof was the longest running production on Broadway for over 13 years and when you join Tevye, his family and friends, you will understand why.

Tickets: Tue-Thur: £35, Fri & Sat: £37.50.

Discounts Tue-Thur eve only: £3 off. Youth groups: £25. Groups 10 or more: £25.50.

Wed 2.30pm: Over60: £3 off.

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Fri 13 - Dec - Sun 5 January Polish those glass slippers and get ready to have a ball!

With an all star cast to be announced.

Cinderella is The Hawth’s 25th anniversary pantomime and promises to be a truly spectacular show, combining the classic fairytale with brilliant singing and dancing, side–splitting comedy, truly amazing illusions and lots of audience participation!

This fun–filled extravaganza is guaranteed to delight the whole family.

Tickets are selling fast so don’t be late for the ball…

Book today!.

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

Cinderella

Tickets: 13 Dec: All seats: £15.95 14 - 19 Dec & 2 - 5 Jan: £21 (child/over60: £17.95) 20 - 31 Dec: £24.95 (child/over60: £19.95) Discounts (do not apply 20-31 December) Schools: £10 (teachers free) at 10.30am performances Youth Parties (min 20): £14.95 Parties (min 10): £14.95 Family ticket (min 4 max 8): £16.95 60+: £14.95

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Booking & Access Information Booking All tickets are subject to a £1 per ticket booking fee (maximum £6) The booking charge directly supports the running costs of The Hawth. Ticket revenue is divided between many different parties and an increase in ticket prices may not necessarily benefit the theatre. By adding a small booking charge, we ensure every penny goes to supporting your theatre and ticket price increases are kept to a minimum.

In Person The Hawth, Hawth Avenue, Crawley, RH10 6YZ Monday – Saturday from 10am – 8.15pm (6pm if no show). Open Sundays one hour prior to performance.

By Phone 01293 553636 Monday to Saturday 10am – 6pm Online www.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. Please include your day and evening telephone number.

Methods of Payment Credit/Debit Cards Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club and Debit Cards all welcome. Tickets booked less than five working days before the performance should be collected from the Box Office. Please bring along the card used for the booking, a matching signature will be asked for.

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/ES40).

Couples: £15 (£10 over 60/ES40). Family: £20.

Available online at www.hawth.co.uk

Free Mailing List/Email Alerts

Keep in touch with what’s on by joining the mailing list at box office or via email alerts by clicking the link at www.hawth.co.uk

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

Disabled Access

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 are also available.

Interpreted, Described and Captioned Performances See page 5 for details.

Tickets Half price tickets are available at all performances for the visually impaired.

Reservations Reservations should be paid for within three working days, otherwise they may be released for sale. Payment for group booking reservations is by arrangement.

Free Touch Tours

Visually impaired customers and a partner 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 you book tickets.

Discounts Although discounts apply in most cases, promoters may on occasion exclude certain categories. Only one discount may be claimed per ticket.

Talking Programme Service Crawley Audio Description Service offers background information on the production and performers prior to certain performances starting half an hour before the performance.

Children under 16 years old

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

Under 26 People under 26 years old Over 60 People aged 60 or over Students people over 16 years in full time education Out:Smart Card A free card for under 26 year olds offering discounts on selected shows Unemployed people in receipt of job seeker’s allowance, income support, working tax credit or housing benefit. Confirmation of eligibility may be asked for.

Groups of 10 or more Hawth Friends please show your cards or quote membership number when booking Family of four should include at least one child

Refund/Exchange of tickets

Booster Seats The Hawth has a limited number of booster seats available. The seats should be reserved at the time of booking. A £5 refundable cash deposit and a form of identity will be asked for on collection.

How To Find Us Crawley is midway between London and Brighton and is easily accessible by motorway, air (Gatwick Airport is four miles away) and rail.

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.

The Box Office will issue credit vouchers for returned tickets as long as the tickets are returned at least one week before the performance. If the tickets are returned less than a week before or the performance is sold out we will have to ensure a buyer for the tickets before we can offer a credit. There will be a £1 per ticket charge for this service.

Downloadable maps and links are available at www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Gift Vouchers

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.

Hawth Gift Vouchers are available from the box office and online to any value with an attractive presentation card.

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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, visit www.thetrainline.com.

For a full timetable information visit www.metrobus.co.uk

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Large print, Braille, audio tape/cd and emailed text versions of this brochure are available on request from the box office.

Thanks to our current sponsors

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

How To Find Us

Business Opportunities at The Hawth Are you looking to raise your company profile in the local area? Do you want a more 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 arts development project.

To find out more contact Steve Crane on 01293 859954 hawthmarketing@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

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Calendar June - September 2013 Theatre

Studio

2 Raised Voices 3-8 Save The Last Dance For Me 12 Habadekuk 13 Mr Blue Sky 14 Ballet Central 17 Crawley Festival Senior Citizens Concert 19 Zimbe!

20 London Studio Centre’s Jazz Dance Company 21 Shaolin Warriors 24 Ariel Drama Academy Showcase 25 Judy & Liza 26 Chris Barber & Acker Bilk 27 That’ll Be The Day 29 Home Service

Dance E-Motion Dancing Queen: The Concert Tubular Bells ‘For Two’ Happy Feet Spooky Men’s Chorale Ariel Drama Academy Showcase 2013 Stages Performing Arts Ten: Ten Year Call

August 3 8 9-11 22-24

Rob Marrs Exhibition (F) Bluebird Club Night Bin Men Jazz Lunch (S) Crawley Schools Exhibition (F) Mistresses Crawley Art Society (F) Father’s Day Jim Crawford Babe The Sheep-Pig (A) I Predicted A Riot Mel Beadel Exhibition (F) Sway Dance Showcase Crawley Folk & Beer Festival (F,G,M) Andy Irvine

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Rory McLeod

8 - 18 Holy Trinity School Exhibition (F) 10 Studio Jazz: Geoff Eales 12 The Mikado (A) 21 - 2 Aug Debbie Walkey & Ann Muteham Exhibition (F) 24 Song, Swing, & Standards 27 & 28 Crawley International Mela (F,G) 29 - 2 Aug Circus Summer School

August Kettle Of Fish Circus Cabaret A Vision of Elvis Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer LIVE! Grease The Musical

1 3 & 4 5 - 24 5 - 9 8 9 11 12-14, 19-21 24 25 29

Le Vent Du Nord (M) Crawley Circus Festival (F,G) Skribblez Exhibition (F) Drama Summer School As You Like It (A) Murder Mystery Dinner (S) A Celebration of Food and Drink (F,G) Summer Art Sessions (D) Musicality Crawley Irish Festival (G) Creative Writing Day Course (L)

September

September 7 13 15 18 20 21 22 25 26 27 28

19 May - 7 June 5 8 9 10 - 14 12 15 - 22 16 20 21 21 24 - 6 July 27 28 - 30 28

July

July 6 & 7 10 11 13 & 14 17 22 24 & 25 27

June

For Those About To Rock!

United We Dance Miss Pole Dance UK 2013 Buddy Holly and the Cricketers The Sensational ‘60s Experience Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Lúnasa Georgie Fame Let’s Hang On Purple Zeppelin No Jacket Required

1 - 20 21 22 - 4 Oct 26 27 28

Angela Tabor Exhibition (F) Blues Night: Steve James Hilary Steel Exhibition (F) Neil Innes Anne Wright & Jan Dayton The Saviours of Soul

curzon see page 38 & 39 • (A) Amphitheatre • (D) DoStuff Bus • (F) Foyer • (G) Hawth Grounds • (L) Limelight Room • (M) Marquee • (S) Spotlight Restaurant

BOX OFFICE 01293 553636 • BOOK ONLINE www.hawth.co.uk • All tickets are subject to a £1 booking fee (max £6)

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