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‘TOP QUALITY ENTERTAINMENT… A GOOD NIGHT OUT… THE BEST EVENTS COMING TO A SPACE NEAR YOU.’ THE GUARDIAN The Village Ventures Community Touring Network Nottinghamshire helps volunteer promoter groups bring rural communities together to enjoy high-quality, entertaining and affordable professional live theatre, music, dance and family shows at a wide range of community venues, from village halls, to churches, to schools. Tickets are sold locally. For show information, ticket prices and to book, please call the local promoter directly on the telephone number below each show listing. Ticket prices range from £5 - £15. Many of the shows featured are suitable for family audiences and age recommendations are provided for guidance. Disability access. All venues have a commitment to access for disabled people; many have full access and a range of facilities, and others are working towards this goal. For venue and access information, please visit: liveandlocal.org.uk All brochure details are correct at the time of going to print, but please check the website for any changes. Please note that provision of refreshments varies between venues and some may be unable to serve alcohol. Please check when booking tickets.
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THE AFTER HOURS QUINTET IN CONCERT A superb night of beautiful, good-time vintage jazz evoking the speakeasy sounds of the Roaring 20's, and ranging from irresistible Django Reinhardt hot-jazz to Duke Ellington swing classics. Ages: 10+ Thu 19 Jan 7.30pm The Grange Hall, Radcliffe-on-Trent NG12 2FB 01159 334 115
SPILTMILK DANCE BLAST FROM THE PAST A fast-paced, laugh out loud dance performance / gameshow celebrating seven decades of British pop culture, jam-packed with chart hits to remember, and fads and fashions to forget. Fun-fuelled entertainment; sheer, unserious delight.
‘Has you feeling nostalgic, singing along, laughing out loud… dance but not dance.’ Derby Telegraph
‘Their moves are timed to perfection and it's fun.’ The Stage Ages: 10+ Fri 20 Jan 7.30pm South Scarle Community Centre NG23 7JH 01636 892 003 Sat 28 Jan 7.30pm Crich Glebe Field Centre DE4 5EU 01773 853 260 Fri 17 Mar 7.30pm Upper Broughton Village Hall LE14 3BA 01664 823 165
KEPOW THEATRE SEVEN AGES Mixing fast-paced visual storytelling and characterful masks, this hilarious, heartwarming improv comedytheatre follows Shakespeare's seven ages of man from birth to growing old (disgracefully). ★★★★★
‘Excellent, a must see show!’
ASHLEY HUTCHINGS FROM PSYCHEDELIA TO SONNETS: A LIFE IN WORDS AND MUSIC 'The Guv'nor of British folk-rock' chronicles his extraordinary life and illustrious career through lyrics, poems, writings and song, supported by the 'superb' (MOJO Magazine) violinist-singer Ruth Angell (Rainbow Chasers).
The Times
★★★★ The Guardian
★★★★★
Ages: 12+
‘Amazing! If you liked 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?' you'll love this!’ Edinburgh Herald ★★★★
Sat 21 Jan 7.30pm Coddington Village Hall NG24 2PN 01636 701 013
‘Hilarious and heartwarming... a show that can be funny one minute and poignant the next.’
Thu 27 Apr 7.30pm
The Scotsman
Fri 28 Apr 7.30pm
Ages: 6+
Caunton Dean Hole Community Centre NG23 6AD
Rolleston Village Hall NG23 5SG 01636 816 370
01636 636 523 Fri 20 Jan 7.30pm Gringley on the Hill Community Centre DN10 4QY 01777 817 492
Fri 12 May 7.30pm All Hallows Halls Lady Bay, West Bridgford NG2 5BP 01159 821 710
SARAH MOULE FEMMES FATALE: SONGS FOR SCARLET WOMEN With superb torch songs and pithy 'bad girl' stories this is a celebration of the 'fatal woman' in all her feisty glory. A classy set by a stylish voice and piano duo brings life to the 1950s New York late-night club jazz of Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim, et al. ★★★★★
PEACOCK ANGELL TRIO IN CONCERT A superb set of wonderfully eclectic music coloured by country, blues, jazz and folk. The beautiful vocals and spirited fiddle of Ruth Angell – best-known as a member of Ashley Hutchings' Rainbow Chasers – are matched all the way by the dextrous guitar of Sid Peacock and Steve Tromans' thrilling piano.
‘Cool, elegant, immaculate.’
★★★★ Financial Times
The Observer
‘A storming set… mesmeric.’
‘Excellent… a fine voice and a great talent.’
BBC Music
BBC Radio 2
‘Absolutely amazing… scintillating.’
Ages: 14+
Maverick Magazine
Sat 21 Jan 7.30pm
Ages: 12+
Thomas Cranmer Centre, Aslockton NG13 9AL
Sat 21 Jan 7.30pm
01949 850 600
Beeston Methodist Church NG9 1EH 01159 431 164 Sat 25 Mar 8pm The Verney Institute, Pleasley NG19 7PL 01623 810 035
THE URBAN FOLK QUARTET IN CONCERT Four brilliant musicians and a dozen instruments come together in an electrifying show of big-hearted, globallyinfluenced acoustic music that has taken the international festival scene by storm.
‘Impossibly wonderful.’ fRoots Magazine
‘An emotionally-charged, sizzling hot ensemble.’ Songlines Magazine
‘Fans of ambitious folk should check this out rousing… interesting… engaging.’
TRAVELLING BY TUBA FAREWELL TOUR This multi-instrument extravaganza by one of the UK's most successful classical music duos mixes wonderful musicianship, sheer silliness and cheeky audience rapport in a set packed full of quirky musical gems ranging from classical to jazz. Exhilarating and utterly irresistible.
The Telegraph
‘Experts who really get their enjoyment of music across.’
Ages: 8+
The Times
Thu 26 Jan 7.30pm
Ages: 6+
Rampton Village Hall DN22 0JU 01427 881 582 Fri 27 Jan 7.30pm All Hallows Halls Lady Bay, West Bridgford NG2 5BP 01159 821 710
Sat 28 Jan 7.30pm Kegworth Village Hall DE74 2FH 01509 673 138 Fri 19 May 7.30pm Gringley on the Hill Community Centre DN10 4QY 01777 817 492
MUMBO-JUMBO TROUBADOURS AND RACONTEURS Elegant country blues and vibrant good-time roots music from these British Blues Award nominees. With powerful songs and punchy vocals, this is one phenomenal live band.
‘The musicianship is unsurpassable, the songwriting is excellent.’ Blues in Britain Magazine Ages: 6+ Sun 29 Jan 7.30pm Gunthorpe Village Hall NG14 7EW
GREENMATTHEWS A BRIEF HISTORY OF MUSIC A glorious and evocative melting pot of 600 years of Western music from the Middle Ages to the 20th century: an evening of huge entertainment peppered with wit, period finery and earthy olde worlde instrumentation. Ages: 8+ GreenMatthews formerly known as Blast From The Past.
07966 910 201 Thu 02 Feb 7.30pm Caunton Dean Hole Community Centre NG23 6AD 01636 636 523 Fri 03 Feb 7.30pm Humphrey Perkins Community Centre, Barrow-upon-Soar LE12 8JU 07718 153 117 Sun 05 Feb 7.30pm Chilwell Arts Theatre, Chilwell School NG9 5AL 07772 053 412
MAMBO JAMBO IN CONCERT
GINNY DAVIS LEARNED FRIENDS
Musical sunshine from a multi-talented, multiinstrumental acoustic roots duo: an upbeat, feel-good concert mixing sounds and styles from around the world with wonderful banter and a great stage presence.
A beautifully crafted, atmospheric and truly captivating courtroom drama with echoes of Twelve Angry Men and the BBC's Silk, lifting the shroud of secrecy surrounding the moral quandaries and machinations of a high-stakes criminal trial.
‘An extremely listenable criss-crossing of world music boundaries… nice!’
‘A fascinating insight into criminal proceedings.’
fRoots Magazine
Coventry Telegraph
‘Absolutely tremendous! Really brilliant sound; so uplifting!’
Ages: 16+
BBC Radio Derby Ages: 6+ Fri 03 Feb 7.30pm Thomas Cranmer Centre, Aslockton NG13 9AL 01949 850 600 Fri 17 Mar 7.30pm Humphrey Perkins Community Centre, Barrow-upon-Soar LE12 8JU 07718 153 117 Sat 18 Mar 7.30pm Beeston Methodist Church NG9 1EH 01159 431 164
Fri 03 Feb 7.30pm Rolleston Village Hall NG23 5SG 01636 816 370 Fri 05 May 7.30pm The Robin Hood Theatre, Averham NG23 5RB 07733 179 986
GARLIC THEATRE OLD MOTHER HUBBARD AND HER CUPBOARD
GONZO MOOSE THEATRE THE THING THAT CAME FROM OVER THERE!
This fabulous retelling of the classic nursery rhyme, of a dotty old woman and her dancing dog, is a real delight and comes with a clutch of rave reviews. Featuring exquisite puppetry, pantomime, slapstick, interaction, musical treats and the occasional scare (in a good way), this terrific show is an ideal first theatrical experience for young children.
This critically acclaimed comedy-theatre trio delivers a crazy, enormously inventive and devilishly funny 1950's horror movie spoof. As Scott and Amundsen begin their 1912 race to the South Pole, the hapless explorer Captain Reginald Cranston investigates a crashed meteor, unaware of the ancient evil that awaits him. A night of shocks, bloodcurdling terror, hilariously gruesome deaths and glorious, unadulterated, spine tingling silliness.
‘A fascinating new dramatization demonstrating Garlic's flair for comedy.’ Time Out Ages: 3-8 Old Mother Hubbard is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Sat 18 Feb 6pm Maplebeck Village Hall NG22 0BS 01636 636 421
‘A show with a difference. An exuberant mash-up of improvisation, physical theatre, slapstick and satire.’ The Stage Ages: 12+ Wed 22 Feb 7.30pm Bonington Theatre, Arnold NG5 7EE 01159 013 640 Sat 25 Feb 7.30pm The Robin Hood Theatre, Averham NG23 5RB 07733 179 986
KEL ELLIOTT & HER THREE MAN ORCHESTRA TRUTH AND TALL TALES As seen at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival BBC Introducing stage, with Jamie Cullum and Jo Whiley. Uplifting, genre-leaping songs from a rousing quartet led by a sassy double-bass playing singer-songwriter with a rich and powerful voice. Quality live music by rising stars championed by Grammy award-winning jazz-pop artist Jamie Cullum. Everyone goes home happy.
‘Brilliant.’ Madeleine Peyroux (BBC Jazz Awards Best International Artist)
ROVING CROWS IN CONCERT Best Live Act, Spiral Earth Music Awards 2014 The next folk-rock supergroup in waiting, this Anglo-Irish band boasts uncommonly exhilarating music, filled brimful with inspired lyrics and rollicking melodies. Its powerful, high-energy live shows make this an utterly fantastic must-see act.
‘Just pure musical energy. Tight rhythms, great on-stage personality, proper up-on-the-tableskicking-over-the-beerglasses fun-time music… genuinely the next big thing on the folk scene.’ BBC Music
Ages: 12+ Ages: 10+ Thu 23 Feb 7.30pm Lound Village Hall DN22 8RX
Fri 24 Feb 7.30pm
01777 818 013
Colston Bassett Village Hall NG12 3FD
Sat 25 Feb 7.30pm North & South Wheatley Village Hall DN22 9DL 01427 880 758
01949 81 720 Sat 25 Feb 7.30pm Whitwell Community Centre S80 4QR 01909 723 490
HOLY MOLY & THE CRACKERS IN CONCERT This wild and carnivalesque seven-piece from the Bohemian Quarter of Newcastle blurs the boundaries of folk, gypsy and rock music with its truly terrific sound. Mixing powerhouse story-songs with foot-stomping rhythms this band has more than a touch of magic to it.
‘A rousing and captivating sound… a raucous twenty first century hoe-down.’ Yorkshire Times Ages: 10+ Fri 03 Mar 7.30pm Burton Joyce Village Hall NG14 5EY 01158 417 289
RABBIT THEATRE THE ODYSSEY A hugely enjoyable solo show performed by an immensely talented actor (and first class fool). David Mynne (Kneehigh Theatre) delightfully brings Homer's epic poem to life, with great skill, outstanding comic timing, brilliant self-made sound effects and a handful of home-made props. A superb show; charming, funny, beautifully told. Ages: 12+ The Odyssey is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Thu 09 Mar 7.30pm
Sun 05 Mar 8pm
Coddington Village Hall NG24 2PN
The Old School, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3BU
01636 701 013
01159 894 656 Thu 23 Mar 7.30pm Caunton Dean Hole Community Centre NG23 6AD 01636 636 523
Fri 10 Mar 7.30pm Ordsall Parish Hall DN22 7TU 01777 706 433 Sat 11 Mar 7.30pm All Hallows Halls Lady Bay, West Bridgford NG2 5BP 01189 821 710
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THE BROONZIES NORTH EAST TO WILD WEST This outstanding Britfolk 'supergroup' - Roger Wilson, Ian Thompson, BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards winner Maggie Holland and Folk Awards nominees Jez Lowe and Chris Parkinson - plays rootsy folk steeped in old-time Americana. Reflective and exuberant by turns, it's a wonderful night of heartfelt music with a tangible sense of musicians having a lot of fun.
PANTA REI DANSETEATER I WISH HER WELL A rare chance to catch exceptional contemporary dance-theatre from Norway in a rural venue. Powerful, physical, thought-provoking and very beautiful performances - with an evocative Scandi-noir soundtrack - capture the stories of four women closely related to the dancers, and of the teenage diaries of a now 82 year old woman. Ages: 5+
Jez Lowe:
‘The best singer songwriter to come out of the UK for a long time.’ Richard Thompson
Produced in association with the Rural Touring Dance Initiative (making the best dance happen in small spaces), supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Ages: 8+ Sat 11 Mar 7.30pm Fri 10 Mar 7.30pm North Muskham Rural Community Centre NG23 6HD 07792 970 841 Sat 11 Mar 8pm Whitwell Community Centre S80 4QR 01909 723 490
Crich Glebe Field Centre DE4 5EU 01773 853 260
MSFITS THEATRE WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A T-JUNCTION Acclaimed playwright Rona Munro (Royal Shakespeare Company, National Theatre) and awardwinning actor Fiona Knowles showcase their considerable talents with this warm-hearted, often poignant, one-woman observational comedy. Centred on three very different women whose lives become as entangled as their car bumpers following a minor accident, this sharp, witty and well-constructed show is performed with abundant energy and hilarious physical comedy.
‘A performance that is firmly in the driving seat.’
TIM KLIPHUIS TRIO GOES GRAPPELLI This award-winning Dutch jazz violinist is seen by many as the inheritor of jazz violin legend Stéphane Grappelli's crown. Here, his trio, now in their 10th year, bring their compelling interplay to Grappelli's highenergy gypsy swing and jazzed-up classical tunes. ★★★★
‘Playfully inventive and technically brilliant.’ The Scotsman
‘The music of Grappelli is alive and well in the hands of Tim Kliphuis and his musicians.’ Nigel Kennedy
Edinburgh Evening News
Ages: 10+
Ages: 12+
Supported by Live & Local Friends.
Thu 16 Mar 7.30pm Rolleston Village Hall NG23 5SG 01636 816 370 Fri 17 Mar 7.30pm Chilwell Arts Theatre, Chilwell School NG9 5AL 07772 053 412
Sun 19 Mar 7.30pm West Hallam Village Hall DE7 6GR 01159 303 340
BOX TALE SOUP MANALIVE!
HEADS SOUTH IN CONCERT
This award-winning puppet company brings to vibrant and cheerfully eccentric life GK Chesterton's strange yet irresistibly life-affirming tale of a dreary boarding house and its bored, brooding tenants, shaken by the arrival of a mysterious stranger. A masterful piece of storytelling, with beautifully hand crafted puppets, delicious wordplay and stunning original folk(ish) music. An uplifting, intelligent and emotive triumph.
A dazzling set from a superb jazz quintet brimming with infectious high-energy grooves and distinctive melodies à la Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club. Weaving cool Latin rhythms with Cuban cha-cha vibes, enthralling originals with beloved classics, this is exhilarating, heartfelt and a whole lot of fun.
★★★★ The Stage
‘Wonderful.’
‘Impeccable… they play with a real feel and spirit for the music.’ The Times
‘Spare, crisp, invigorating Latin jazz... outstanding.’
The Times
The Observer
Ages: 12+
Ages: 10+
Thu 23 Mar 7.30pm
Fri 24 Mar 7.30pm
The Robin Hood Theatre, Averham NG23 5RB
Gringley on the Hill Community Centre DN10 4QY
07733 179 986
01777 817 492 Sat 25 Mar 7.30pm Norwell Village Hall NG23 6LF 01636 636 691
BADAPPLE THEATRE EDDIE AND THE GOLD TOPS A masterclass in musicalcomedy, this joyous, nostalgic, feel-good tale follows the meteoric rise of a hard-working village milkman to stardom during the 1963 pop revolution. Chronicled with wit and invention, and with enjoyably stylish original songs and music by BBC Folk Awards nominee Jez Lowe, this charming show is sprinkled with irresistibly funny satire and delivered with a knowing wink. Ages: 10+ Tue 28 Mar 7.30pm Heanor Baptist Church DE75 7QL 01773 718 676 Fri 31 Mar 7.30pm The Village Hall at Heage DE56 2AL 01773 853 358 Wed 05 Apr 7.30pm South Scarle Community Centre NG23 7JH 01636 892 003 Fri 07 Apr 7.30pm North & South Wheatley Village Hall DN22 9DL 01427 880 758
ZOE GILBY QUARTET IN CONCERT This nationally-renowned, immensely talented and spirited jazz vocalist is joined by her commanding band for an adventurous blend of new music, familiar classics and contemporary covers. An evening of sheer enjoyment.
‘Excellent.’ Courtney Pine, BBC Radio 2
‘Sparkling… an exuberant singer whose lively personality comes across on every song.’ Jazz UK Ages: 15+ Thu 06 Apr 7.30pm St Helen's Parish Church, Stapleford NG9 8GB 01159 391 818
THE BUDAPEST CAFE ORCHESTRA IN CONCERT Infectious and impassioned Eastern European gypsy folk, heart-rending ballads and fiery dances delivered by a quartet of Britain's most revered international musicians, as nattily behatted as befits any strolling gypsy band. ★★★★ The Herald ★★★★ The Scotsman
‘The fiery vivacity and awe-inspiring musicianship leaves you with a grin on your face and rhythm in your feet.’ The Times Ages: 7+ Sat 08 Apr 7.30pm
OPERA DUDES LICENSED TO TRILL Il Divo meets Morecambe and Wise! Blending opera, swing, show songs and good clean 'Carry On' fun, this unique double act is outrageously brilliant, a little bit silly and a whole lot entertaining.
‘Perfect.’ The Times Ages: 7+ Thu 20 Apr 7.30pm Rampton Village Hall DN22 0JU
South Clifton Coronation Hall NG23 7BG
01427 881 582
01522 778 587
Sat 22 Apr 6.30pm Everton Village Hall DN10 5BB 01777 817 395
OPERA DUDES MISSION IMPROBABLE
GRAFFITI CLASSICS IN CONCERT
No ordinary double act, this wonderful duo rip up the rule book with a classy mix of opera, swing, show tunes and slapstick humour. Bringing formidable voices and a great deal of selfdeprecating charm to a truly eclectic repertoire ranging from Verdi to Elvis, this is a gem of entertainment.
A comedy cabaret of exquisitely good music from a sensational, all-singing, all-dancing, string quartet. With virtuosic talent, cheek and wit, this is top-class entertainment to make you smile.
‘Conspicuously skilful performers… exhilarating.’ The Guardian Ages: 7+ Fri 21 Apr 7.30pm Winthorpe Community Centre NG24 2NL
‘A simply wonderful show.’ The Times
‘A cabaret that will leave you wanting more.’ Daily Mail
‘A terrific quartet – the fab four earned themselves a standing ovation with a scintillating repertoire.’ Nottingham Post
01636 671 673 Sat 20 May 8pm
Ages: 6+
The Old School, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3BU
Sat 22 Apr 7.30pm
01159 894 656
Thomas Cranmer Centre, Aslockton NG13 9AL 01949 850 600 Sun 23 Apr 7.30pm Quorn Village Hall LE12 8BB 01509 414 287
THE OXFORD CONCERT PARTY IN CONCERT Six lively, entertaining and mould-breaking musicians take 300 years of music from around the world (and from Baroque to tango) and infuse it with offbeat humour, passion and pathos. With its rich and vibrant sounds this is an unforgettable show.
‘A decidedly unstuffy bunch of superb musicians… look out for them whenever your spirits need a lift.’ The Telegraph Ages: 10+ Sat 22 Apr 7pm Southwell Bramley Centre, Southwell NG25 0EH
SONIA SABRI COMPANY SALAAM A spectacular show uniting beautiful, energetic and visually stunning dance, spellbinding live music and exquisite costumes. Astounding tabla music by a world-renowned virtuoso paves the way into mesmerisingly graceful and intricate Kathak (the classical style of north India). An absolute joy to behold, and a fantastic introduction to Indian dance.
‘A dynamic performer with her own spin on the Indian classical tradition.’ Metro
‘Fine, intense, and intelligent.’ The Times Ages: 10+
01636 812 148 Sun 23 Apr 7pm Sturton by Stow Village Hall LN1 2AE 01427 788 524 Sat 13 May 7.30pm Quorn Village Hall LE12 8BB 01509 414 287
Produced in association with the Rural Touring Dance Initiative (making the best dance happen in small spaces), supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
Fri 05 May 7.30pm Bonington Theatre, Arnold NG5 7EE 01159 013 640
SONRISA LATIN FLAVOURS
BOB FOX WARHORSE IN SONG
An exhilarating Latin jazz burn-up segueing easily between sultry música Latina, son Cubano, Spanish flamenco, and Brazilian bossa nova. Warm, vibrant and toe tappingly infectious, this is great dance music (you can listen to); a wall-to-wall musical delight.
Stunning music from the multi-award winning smash hit adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's War Horse by the West End show's 'songman'. A northern folk music legend and one of the finest exponents of storytelling through song, this twice nominated BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Singer Of The Year couples a magnificent voice, virtuoso guitar and lovely melodeon work to gorgeous Class A songs.
‘Beautiful stuff, absolutely brilliant.’ BBC Music
‘Rich rhythms and infectious beats… superb.’ The Telegraph Ages: 8+ Sat 06 May 7.30pm Florence Nightingale Memorial Hall, Holloway DE4 5AQ 01773 856 545 Fri 19 May 7.30pm Southwell Bramley Centre NG25 0EH 01636 812 148 Sat 20 May 7.30pm The Royal British Legion Club, Radcliffe-on-Trent NG12 2BB 01159 334 115
Ages: 14+ Sat 06 May 7.30pm North Muskham Rural Community Centre NG23 6HD 07792 970 841 Fri 12 May 7.30pm St Augustine Church, Flintham NG23 5LE 01636 526 162 Sat 13 May 7.30pm Bonington Theatre, Arnold NG5 7EE 01159 013 640 Sun 14 May 7pm St John's Church, Long Eaton NG10 4NL 01159 731 495
SPITZ & CO. GLORIATOR The Oscar-winning Hollywood blockbuster Gladiator re-imagined on a shoestring, with just two actors and everything made of cardboard. A beautifully bonkers and gloriously witty knockabout comedy by a wonderful French / English duo. So so funny. And clever. And silly. A triumph in cardboard.
‘A great show by a hysterical female double act… catch them now before they are selling out at the Albert Hall.’ Mel Giedroyc, Woman's Weekly Magazine
‘Immaculate comic timing… riotous slapstick and very funny sight gags.’
THE DEAD SECRETS HICKORY DICKORY MURDER Award-winning comedy adventurers gently send up the golden age of detective novels with a delightful improv murder mystery. Brimful with untrustworthy characters, implausible plot twists and unbelievable conclusions all based on suggestions from the audience - this is a fast, funny and completely unique performance every time.
‘Surrender to the madness.’ The List
The Stage
Ages: 10+
Ages: 8+
Sun 14 May 7.30pm
Gloriator is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
01777 706 433
Sat 13 May 7.30pm Waingroves Community Centre DE5 9TF 01773 749 809
Ordsall Parish Hall DN22 7TU
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