For Adults
Spring/Summer 2017
www.link4life.org/touchstones The Esplanade, Rochdale, OL16 1AQ
01706 924492
Link4Life is the trading name of Rochdale Boroughwide Cultural Trust. Registered Charity No: 1118610
HELLO, HI, WELCOME Welcome to the Touchstones Spring/Summer Guide for Adults. Our programme of events and activities is beautifully designed to bring you an eclectic mix of live music, comedy, creativity and relaxation that is guaranteed to have you coming back for more. The new programme includes New Look Friday’s at Touchstones with highlights including folk songstress Alice Jones and Rochdale’s own Sue Devaney with her music and comedy act ‘Double Bubble’. We’ve also got a duo of studio performances that we think you’ll love. JOAN provides a refreshing, and gender bending, look at the story of Joan of Arc - history’s greatest underdog - while Boys Don’t examines the consequences of boys not talking about their feelings. If you’re looking for some relaxation you could try our new monthly Mindfulness & Wellbeing class or have a go at one of our creative workshops, talks or tours. While you’re here you can also sample the delights of our Art Café for a tasty treat before or after your chosen activity.
So, what are you waiting for? Come and explore what Touchstones has to offer you!
JOAN
Saturday 3 June | 7.30pm Content: No bad language, nudity or loud bangs.
£6
12+
An earthy story of courage, conviction and hope, this play is a refreshing look at Joan of Arc - history’s greatest underdog. JOAN is the latest daring fusion of lyrical new writing and anarchic cabaret from the multi-award winning Milk Presents. Performed by drag king champion Lucy Jane Parkinson, Joan takes the stage as a gusty gender warrior, dragging up as the menu she defies in this smash hit show. Winner of the Scotsman Fringe Fringe First Award, Stage Award and Spirit of the Fringe Award 2016. Supported by Arts Council England and BBC Performing Arts Legacy Fund.
BOYS DON’T
Saturday 15 July | 3pm
£6
8+
Who picks up the pieces when boys hide their feelings? What’s a boy to do? From the playground to the classroom, from home to the uncharted waters of online, boys learn that displaying their feelings is a no-no. But what happens to emotion that can’t be let out? In partnership with Half Moon Theatre, and Apples and Snakes (South East), Boys Don’t features some of the UK’s leading poets and performers in repertory, including Justin Coe, Hadiru Mahdi, Tanaka Mhishi and Steve Tansane.
Fridays: Laughs & Loudness ALICE JONES 26 May | 7.30pm
£6
12+
Alice Jones’s background is deeply rooted in the English folk tradition and the music that she makes instantly reflects this strong influence. Her distinctive voice and innovative style lends a fresh, modern perspective to traditional material and brings new life to old songs. “Her voice shines out of the music” R2 Magazine
£6
DAN WALSH 28 July | 7.30pm
£6
DOUBLE BUBBLE 18+
30 June | 7.30pm
Star of stage and screen, and fresh from her appearance as Gracie Fields in the hit theatre show ‘Our Gracie’; Rochdale’s own Sue Devaney joins us for a night of music and laughter with her act Double Bubble.
18+
With guest appearances alongside Joss Stone, the Levellers and Seth Lakeman; Dan Walsh’s unique and eclectic musicianship has stunned audiences across the world. He is touted as being one of the finest banjo players in the UK as well as a superb singing, songwriter and guitarist.
PULP FICTION 25 August | 7.30pm
£6
18+
This cult classic film is one of our favourites. Spend the evening with us watching the iconic Tarantino film in the unique setting of Touchstones Rochdale. Plus, dress up as your favourite character and enjoy a specially created cocktail from our bar.
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MINDFULLNESS & WELLBEING Last Friday of the month | 6-7pm
Join us in our peaceful Gallery setting to explore the popular practice of Mindfulness. Learn how to become more aware of your thoughts and feelings through activities and breathing techniques that have been proven to reduce stress and improve wellbeing. Just bring your own yoga mat or towel and get ready to relax.
CREATIVE WRITING
FREE
First Thursday of the month | 2-4pm Creative Writing group meets monthly to inspire and promote creative writing. It is designed to encourage the positive health and wellbeing benefits which can be gained through expressing yourself with creative writing. The group welcomes new members, both would-be writers and existing, to join in.
WORKSHOPS
Various times and dates
ÂŁ8
per session
Inspired by the Ancient Egypt: Life along the River Nile exhibition, try your hand at something new in our fun and friendly adult craft workshops. All materials are included. To find out more or to book visit www.link4life.org/touchstones
TALKS & TOURS Various times and dates
FREE
The Touchstones team organise a wide variety of talks and tours on a regular basis, many of which are FREE to attend. To find out about our upcoming talks and tours visit www.link4life.org/touchstones