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Left to right •Trevor Nelson •Bez •Tim Burgess
Conference & Private Dining at
A flexible space located in the heart of Norwich... One of the most exciting and versatile function venues in the region.
...ideal for awards nights, conferences and meetings... Offering flexible layouts for a diverse range of events.
...complete with state-of-the-art sound and lighting...
...and a stunning setting for Private Dining.
Ideal for any event up to 1450 attendees...
...with four boutique style conference rooms.
OPEN Conference gives businesses, organisations and individuals a unique opportunity to hold their meetings, conferences and events whilst helping to fund positive activities for young people in Norfolk. For more information call 01603 252123 or 774351 or email conference@opennorwich.org.uk
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MAKING A REGULAR MONTHLY DONATION £10 per month pays for 1 hour's one- to-one employability coaching for a young person.
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Welcome to the first edition of our What's On guide for 2019 which you will find packed full of a huge diverse range of events coming to OPEN. THIS YEAR you will see a major transformation of our Banking Hall as our bridge is removed. This now makes us the largest indoor venue in Norwich for seated events where our capacity is now 360 for cabaret and 800 theatre style seating. In this edition we are introducing two new sections – firstly a Poetry Corner” (see page 4) and secondly testimonials from a couple of our young people on how our charity OPEN Youth Trust has made a difference to their lives (see page 15).
Visit us 20 Bank Plain, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 4SF
2019 promises to be another year offering live music of all genres with a line-up of new bands heading to Norwich for the first time as part of their UK tour, plus some old favourites return.
Call us 01603 763111 _
For all of you who like to hit the dance floor we’ve Brutus Gold’s Love Train for all you 70’s disco lovers to boogie on down to through to our regular favourites, Norwich Soul Train, Out of Space & Common People.
email us info@opennorwich. org.uk
Twitter @OPENNorwich _ Facebook /opennorwich _ Instagram OPENNorwich _ Online opennorwich.org.uk OPEN Youth Trust is a charity that makes a positive difference to the lives of young people in Norfolk. Registered charity No 1108712 Company Reg No 5320333
For more information on everything we have going on within the venue and to book tickets - head on over to our website opennorwich.org.uk
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At The Party By Tomas Frere-Jenkins
I’m stuck here, with you lot. A bunch of tiny nobodies, it’s like somebody’s got hold of a shrink ray and shot literally everything. I can’t fit in this chair, my butt is coming out of the holes in the armrests, my hand is bigger than the plate and your face is just so small. No! I don’t give a damn about your new toy. Oh, it’s blue, you’ve already said that and I don’t care. Can you just shut up, shut up, SHUT UP YOU LITTLE…! I swore. The room has gone dead All eyes glued to me I turn, I want to flee I look around Please, please Nothing But then the parents come. The earth beneath my chair begins to shake. They take their aim, like a detective interrogation. The party lights are lasers. Here they are, towers, I feel as small as the tiny nobodies. Her fragrance clogs my nose. I’m so scared my heart drops to the floor. This is why I hate kid’s birthday parties.
Tomas’ Words
“I can’t imagine life without OPEN, it’s given me new friends and amazing opportunities like the launch of our poetry anthology. It’s been amazing and allowed me to open up and participate in poetry.”
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OPEN's climbing wall stands at 12m tall and is the tallest indoor wall in Norfolk. On offer are a wide range of sessions for a variety of ages as well as courses and packages suitable for all abilities. We have routes for everyone regardless of age or ability. With all the equipment you will need to climb, our instructors will make sure you and your group has plenty of enjoyment with adrenaline filled experiences. We consider your safety our number one priority whilst we make sure that you always get the most possible enjoyment out of climbing with us.
Our wall is available to hire for: • Climbing Birthday Parties • Group Bookings • Adult Climbing Courses for all abilities • Corporate Team Building For more information call Dan on 01603 252120.
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THE BEST OF WHAM! SATURDAY 2ND FEBRUARY DOORS 7.30PM
Is it really 37 years since George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley formed one of the most enduring pop groups of the 80s? This fun-loving, vibrant, megamix tribute to the pop sensation of the 80s will be loved by 'Young Guns' of all ages, so come along to the 'Club Tropicana' (*Sorry. Drinks not free.) £17adv + BF | 18+
3 DRUMMERS WEDNESDAY 23RD JANUARY DOORS 6.30PM
'3 Drummers' is a short film about the improbable but true story of 3 Norfolk boys who grew up in 3 neighbouring villages and all went on to tour the world with their drum kits. An inspirational film and a chance to meet and take part in a Q&A with the three who followed their passion to be drummers. Adults £6 adv | £12 – 18 year olds & Over 65s £3 + BF | All ages welcome
SATURDAY 26TH JANUARY BETTER BABY & TODDLER SLEEP - WITHOUT TEARS 9.45AM - 12.45 PM UNDERSTANDING BEHAVIOURS - EFFECTIVE DISCIPLINE OF 0 – 18 YEAR OLDS 1.45PM - 4.45PM Join Sarah Ockwell-Smith, author of the bestselling 'The Gentle Sleep Book', for a 3 hour workshop showing you how to improve your baby or toddler's sleep WITHOUT using conventional sleep training. £40 per workshop
DAVE PEARCE 90’S DANCE ANTHEMS SATURDAY 26TH JANUARY DOORS 9.00PM – 2.00AM
Out of Space is a night dedicated to the best of 90's dance anthems and following our SOLD OUT launch night we are returning with a huge show in both our Banking Hall and Club featuring our very special guest DJ Dave Pearce. £15 adv + BF | 18+
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HOOCHED: FEAT DJS DEAN MAC & SEBADEE + LOVE ISLAND’S WES NELSON FRIDAY 8TH FEBRUARY DOORS 8.30PM TIM BURGESS AND THE ANYTIME MINUTES MONDAY 4TH FEBRUARY DOORS 7.30PM We are pleased to announced that for the first time our venue will be taking part in Independent Venue Week and we are pleased to announce that as part of this week Tim Burgess & The Average Sex will be performing in our Banking Hall. £15 adv +BF | 14+
We are thrilled to be welcoming HOOCHED - Norwich’s biggest mash up night. DJ Dean Mac travels across Europe performing his intense high energy live Mash up sets whilst DJ Sebadee has supported many high-profile mainstream acts such as Skrillex, Wretch 32, Tom Zanetti, Tinie Tempah, Fatman Scoop, J Hus, Tyga, Omarion and Lethal Bizzle. £10 adv + booking fee | VIP Meet & Greet £20 adv + BF | 18+
TASTE OF NORFOLK VALENTINES DINNER THURSDAY 14TH FEBRUARY 7.30PM
Celebrate Valentine’s in style here at OPEN with a very special evening featuring a glorious seven course ‘Taste of Norfolk’ dining menu. £70 per couple + BF
THE DEAD SOUTH SATURDAY 9TH FEBRUARY DOORS 7.30PM
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back The Dead South following their sell out show here in April 2018. This time it’s for a standing show in our Banking Hall and after the buzz created throughout the UK and beyond following their last visit we are not expecting tickets to hang around for too long. £18 adv + BF | 14+
BRUTUS GOLD’S LOVE TRAIN SATURDAY 16TH FEBRUARY 8.30PM - 1.30AM Brutus Gold together with his Love Train cohorts have just one mission… To convert the good people of the world back to the ways of Disco! From city to city, around the world, reinstating Disco to its rightful place… £15 adv + BF | 18+
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WHISKEY SHIVERS WEDNESDAY 20TH FEBRUARY DOORS 7.30PM
A diverse group of masterfully talented musicians who stand out like a sore thumb from the traditional bluegrass world, Whiskey Shivers have made a name for themselves with a genre-pushing sound that the Washington Post called “apocalyptic Americana” and NPR described as “frenetic bluegrass” with a “punk spirit”. £15 adv + BF | 14+
TREVOR NELSON’S SOUL NATION SATURDAY 23RD FEBRUARY DOORS 9.00PM
If you haven't experienced a Soul Nation party...just think of Trevor's BBC Radio 2 or BBC 1Xtra old school radio show, live. £15 adv + BF
LITTLELIFTS HOOPATHON SATURDAY 2ND MARCH DOORS AT 9.15AM EVENT RUNS FROM 10AM – 2PM
The littlelifts Hoopathon returns for a second year with Powerhoop Expert, Mr dod. It’s suitable for all fitness levels and abilities – you don’t need any previous hooping experience to take part. Monies raised from this event will go to supporting women undergoing chemotherapy treatment for primary breast cancer in Norfolk and Suffolk.
WARD THOMAS SATURDAY 2ND MARCH DOORS 7.00PM
Returning to our Banking Hall, rising stars Ward Thomas (24 year old twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy), head out on a UK tour with their new album ‘Restless Minds’ which is out 1st February on WTW Music/Sony Music. £18.50 adv + BF | 14+
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EVENTS SPECIFICALLY FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE NORWICH SCHOOL SPORTS PARTNERSHIP ‘ONCE UPON A TIME' DANCE SHOW WEDNESDAY 30TH JANUARY AFTERNOON SHOW DOORS 3.30PM | EVENING SHOW 6.30PM
Join us to celebrate the talents of over 300 pupils from 14 different schools from across Norwich.The show will include dances based around a fairy tale theme with music from traditional fairy tales and more modern tales. Afternoon £6 adv | Evening £8 adv + BF | All ages welcome
WEST NORWICH & DEREHAM SCHOOL SPORT PARTNERSHIP DANCE SHOW 2019 – A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES WEDNESDAY 27TH FEBRUARY DOORS: MATINEE 3.30PM | EVENING 6.30PM HIVE MIND THURSDAY 21ST FEBRUARY DOORS 6.30PM
Under 14s often don't get to see live music in venues due to age restrictions. Here's the chance for any young people up to 25 to come and experience a full volume electric gig, fully mic'd up in a safe and professional music venue. £2 adv + BF | All ages welcome
12 schools from WNDSSP bring a block-buster show full of dramatic action & movie moments! Matinee £5 adults £3 5 – 16 year olds. Under 5’s free Evening £7 adults £5 adv 5 – 16 year olds. Under 5’s free
AJ’S CLUBNIGHT & KARAOKE THURSDAY 11TH APRIL DOORS 7.00PM
AJ’s is a clubnight designed specifically for young people with learning difficulties or disabilities. Expect music, dancing and other activities to keep you entertained. Carers and support workers welcome. £5 on the door | Ages 13-25
Running from 18th - 21st February will be a variety of spooky themed one day activities for 4 – 6 year olds and two day activities for 7 – 12 year olds. Activities on offer will include Be a Youtuber, Little Kids Gymnastics, Stop Frame Animation & Introduction to Climbing. £16 for one day (10.00am – 2.00pm) 4-6 years £30 for two days (10.00am – 3.00pm) 7-12years
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THE THINKING MEN + BAG OF CANS + GLADBOY SATURDAY 9TH MARCH DOORS 7.00PM The Thinking Men once again return to their spiritual home, but this time they’re playing an even bigger and more theatrical show in OPEN’s Banking Hall! This time joined by joint headliners Bag of Cans and Gladboy. £7 adv + booking fee | 14+
ELECTRIC SWING CIRCUS SATURDAY 16TH MARCH DOORS 7.30PM
The Electric Swing Circus are a live 6-piece fusion of saucy 20's swing and stomping electro beats. Early Bird £10 adv | Tier 1 £12.50 adv | Tier 2 £15 adv + booking fee | 14+
DINING IN THE DARK FRIDAY 22ND MARCH STARTS 7.00PM PROMPT
THE SIXTIES INVASION FRIDAY 22ND MARCH DOORS 7.30PM
A stunning must see show which features a sensational line-up of musicians, that deliver a show that exceeds expectation on every level. Bringing together Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich, supported by The Tornados and The Foundations. £22.50 adv + booking fee
Back by popular demand our in-house catering team invites you to join them for their sensory and culinary event which provides a rare and unique dining experience in our Club, that will take you on a journey of taste to test your senses. 5 courses of Norfolk provenance with worldwide flavours. £30 per person + booking fee
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COCO AND THE BUTTERFIELDS THURSDAY 28TH MARCH DOORS 7.30PM
CoCo and the Butterfields have played to enthusiastic audiences all over the UK and Europe, selling out thousand capacity venues, touring the island’s O2 Academy's and appearing at some of the world’s most prestigious music festivals such as Glastonbury, Isle of Wight and Bestival! Now they are bringing their music to our Club room. £12 adv + booking fee | 14+
LOLCAL NEWS EXHIBITION THURSDAY 4THSATURDAY 6TH APRIL DOORS 7.00PM
BENJAMIN FRANCIS LEFTWICH WEDNESDAY 3RD APRIL DOORS 7.00PM
Leftwich began playing at the age of ten and cites Arcade Fire, Ryan Adams and Bruce Springsteen as his inspirations. Hailing from York the singer – songwriter brings more electronic elements into play on this UK tour, whilst still maintaining the raw emotion that has resonated throughout his work to date. £15 adv + booking fee | 14+
We are very excited to introduce to Norwich the inaugural LOLcal News Exhibition coming here to OPEN in April 2019. Celebrating local illustrations of Norfolk’s finest headlines, this exhibition features a whole host of inspirational work from Norfolk’s finest creatives. All will be revealed in April… For now, follow the Instagram page @lolcal_ news A percentage of all proceeds from this event will go to OPEN Youth Trust | £5 + booking fee
THE SLOW READERS CLUB FRIDAY 5TH APRIL DOORS 7.30PM
English rock band from Manchester – this is the first opportunity they’ve had to tour, as up until this point they’ve all had day jobs to work around, but 2019 is the year they head out on the road for a full on UK tour. £15 adv + booking fee | £14 +
LET’S DANCE 80’S SATURDAY 6TH APRIL DOORS 8.30PM
The ultimate ‘80s party night returns with smash hits from the likes of Madonna, Prince, Whitney Houston, David Bowie, Human League, a-ha, Michael Jackson, Bonnie Tyler, Soft Cell, Cyndi Lauper and a whole heap more! £ 9 adv + BF | 18+
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NORFOLK COUNTY YOUTH ORCHESTRA IN CONCERT SATURDAY 13TH APRIL DOORS 7.30PM
The NCYO is made up of young players aged from 11 to 21 – all talented musicians from Norfolk schools. This concert will include Rossini Thieving Magpie, Sibelius Symphony no.2 £10 adv +booking fee | £6 adv concessions and students free All ages welcome
HAIRSPRAY – THE BROADWAY MUSICAL THURSDAY 18TH - SATURDAY 20TH APRIL 7.30PM - MATINEE AT 2.30PM ON 20TH APRIL
Feel-good comedy and winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Score, as well as four Laurence Olivier Awards. With memorable songs such as Good Morning, Baltimore and You Can’t Stop The Beat, the show is a family-friendly, fun musical. Adults £15 adv | Under 18s £10 adv | Family tickets (2 adults + 2 under 18s) £45 adv + booking fee
HUEY MORGAN’S NYC BLOCK PARTY SATURDAY 4TH MAY DOORS 9.00PM
The front man of Fun Lovin’ Criminals and a hugely respected BBC 6 Music DJ, Huey has perfected the sound over decades as an indemand DJ and musician. Returning after a SOLD OUT show earlier this year for a full venue experience with some very special guests. £13 adv + booking fee | 18+
SPEARHEAD PRESENTS IN ASSOCIATION WITH OUT OF SPACE FRIDAY 10TH MAY DOORS 9.00PM
A brand new night bringing the best names in liquid Drum and Bass to OPEN Norwich! You can expect Spearheads unique vibe that's second to none.a full venue experience with some very special guests. Tier 1 £12 adv | Tier 2 £15 adv + booking fee | 18+
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COMMON PEOPLE 5 FEAT. SPECIAL GUEST DJ BEZ (HAPPY MONDAYS & BLACK GRAPE) SATURDAY 11TH MAY DOORS 9.00PM
Celebrating its 5th ‘full venue’ experience with special guest DJ, the most loved maraca player and dancers of the era, Bez, from chart-toppers Happy Mondays & Blackgrape. £9 adv + booking fee | 18+
THE UNDERTONES + SPECIAL GUESTS NEVILLE STAPLE BAND THURSDAY 16TH MAY DOORS 7.00PM
Their anthemic Teenage Kicks, much loved by John Peel, is one of the most influential songs of the post-punk era. Formed in Derry, Northern Ireland in 1975, The Undertones became renowned for combining lyrical invention and musical flair with intelligent simplicity. Supported by the The Original Rudeboy Neville Staple whose 40 year career in the music business has been well documented. £25 adv + booking fee | 14+
RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS FRIDAY 24TH MAY DOORS 7.00PM
The past fifteen years has seen the Red Hot Chilli Pipers become the most famous bagpipe band on the planet..ever! Bagpipes with attitude, drums with a Scottish accent and a show that carries its own health warning. £25 adv + BF | 14+
THE DUALERS SATURDAY 18TH MAY DOORS 8.00PM
The Dualers are a 9-piece Jamaican Rhythm & Blues band from South-East London. Now heralded as Britain’s finest Ska & Reggae band The Dualers continue to play to sell-out crowds all over the UK, Europe & Asia. £20 adv + booking fee | 14+
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BISHOP’S GARDEN OPEN AFTERNOON SUNDAY 2ND JUNE Join us for afternoon tea and games when the Bishop of Norwich opens his gardens up in aid of our charity. See website for further information and tickets.
OPEN YOUTH TRUST’S SUMMER CELEBRATION FRIDAY 21ST JUNE
Celebrate Small Charities Week with us for an evening of Summer fun & frolics! See website for further information.
CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG: THE MUSICAL TUESDAY 6TH – SUNDAY 11TH AUGUST TUESDAY-SATURDAY: DOORS 6.30PM - CURTAIN 7:30PM | MATINEES ON WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY: DOORS 1.30PM - CURTAIN 2:30PM One of the world’s favourite musicals, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang will have audiences of all ages flying high with its mixture of madness, intrigue and exuberance. £16-20 and family tickets available – UNRESERVED SEATING
DID YOU KNOW
A percentage of the booking fee on all tickets sold via Ticketsolve goes towards the running of our charity? For full details of ALL our forthcoming events visit our website opennorwich.org.uk/ gigs-and-events Details correct at time of going to press.
OKTOBERFEST NORWICH FRIDAY 11TH – SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER DOORS 7.00PM
It’s On! Oktoberfest is returning for the third year running to Norwich and will see our iconic building transformed into a German themed Bierkeller. Complete with authentic Bavarian beer, food and entertainment the venue will become one of the biggest celebrations ever seen in our Fine City. Early bird £12 adv | VIP Individual £40 Table of 8 £280 + booking fee | 18+
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e’d like to introduce to you a couple of young people whose lives have changed for the better because of the facilities & activities our charity OPEN Youth Trust has to offer.
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Olivia participates in multiple dance groups at OPEN, and has performed in many shows since she first came to OPEN 5 years ago. She says “coming to OPEN has helped me loads, because I have met so many kind people”, and that it has allowed her to “learn a lot more and develop as a person”. Her favourite part about coming to OPEN is “seeing all my friends and all the activities, but of course the staff as well who are constantly there to talk to and are always there for support, no matter what you need help with. "Without OPEN, she wouldn’t be the person she is today" and even that she doesn’t think she “would be alive without the people at OPEN.” She encourages others to do the same as her, saying that “there is something for absolutely anyone... I would definitely recommend coming to OPEN because it will just change your life.”
Shahan came to OPEN after moving to England from Pakistan 7 years ago...He was 'always into outdoor sports', but was scared of heights. When he met Dan, OPEN's climbing instructor who Shahan says 'was an inspiration', he was motivated to push himself and became heavily involved with the different classes on offer. He has progressed over the years, and is now a volunteer instructor on many of the courses, teaching young people and adults of all abilities the sport he has grown to love. Without OPEN, Shahan says he 'wouldn't have integrated into a life within the UK as well as he has’, and that his time at OPEN is rewarding and has helped him become the confident person he is today.
To find out details of all the activities on offer for children & young people visit opennorwich.org.uk/youth-activities/whats-on To help support the work of the charity visit opennorwich.org.uk/support-us/how-to-support-us
