Regis Centre Autumn Brochure 2019 by Regis Centre

AUTUMN 2019

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WELCOME It’s a busy time here at the Regis Centre. We always take our patrons feedback on board and are continuing to improve our facilities so that audiences have the best time possible. Our Front of House toilets are now fully refurbished and we are delighted to be launching our new look Cafe in September. This year a lot of shows have sold out in advance so please make sure you are signed up to our email mailing list. Or why not follow us on social media to get all the latest news and event updates. Whether it’s popping in for a quiet coffee or coming to see one of our many exciting productions, we look forward to welcoming you to the Regis Centre soon!

CAFE & BAR Situated a few steps away from the seafront, our Café is the perfect location for a freshly ground coffee, light snack or delicious cake. Stay as long as you like, use our free Wi-Fi, read the paper and relax. Whether it’s meeting friends, taking a break or relaxing before seeing a show, our Café is the ideal place. Don’t forget to grab a drink prior to the show, or pre-order something for the interval on your next visit.

You’ll find all sorts of little gems in our Charity Shop which is situated across the Place St. Maur. We have everything from books, games and toys to clothes and curiosities. All proceeds go towards the theatre so pop in anytime and see what we have to offer. We also welcome donations.

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Wednesday 11 December 2019 Saturday 4 January 2020 www.regiscentre.co.uk

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Kevin Short as The Wizard Jamie Bannerman as The Lion (last seen as Abanazar in ‘Aladdin’) Scottish Duo Lemetti and Mirren as The Scarecrow and Tin Man Vicky Edwards as the Good Witch Drew Donnell as the Wicked Witch (last seen as Cruella in ‘Cinderella’) and introducing Katie Bennett as Dorothy 6 BOOKING 01243 861010

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This pantomime season promises to be the best ever at the Alexandra Theatre. After our outstanding Box Office smash last year – ‘Cinderella’ - Spillers Pantomimes have teamed up with the Regis Centre once again, to create one of their best ever Family Pantomimes ‘ The Wizard of Oz’. Why not join us for a fun packed show, a production full of laughter, comedy, spectacle and traditional pantomime nonsense. With a little something for everyone, this has to be the best value for money pantomime on the South Coast. A modern, traditional pantomime for the whole family.

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£17.50 £15.50 £62.00 £18.50 £16.50 £66.00 SPECIAL SENIOR'S MATINEE £11.50 FRIENDS OF THE ALEXANDRA £14.50 ‘r elAxed P erFormAnCe ’ * t hursdAy 19 th deC 2 Pm - £16.00

“What a pantomime, they’ve done it again, a first class production” “… how did they get so much into this panto? A truly magnificent evening out, great scenery, costumes, characters, spectacle the lot. We loved every minute of it and didn’t want it to end, well done for another fantastic show”

* Relaxed Performance has a relaxed attitude to noise and movement and some small changes made to the light and sound effects.

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“THE BEST VARIETY SHOW IN THE SOUTH” “TRUE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT” “A SUMMER SPECTACULAR”

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WEDNESDAY 21- SUNDAY 25 AUGUST WEDS - SAT 7.30PM ê WEDS, SAT & SUN 2.30PM TICKETS £19.50 / £17.50 CONCS / £16 FRIENDS SUNDAY SAVER BUY 4 TICKETS FOR £64 WEDS MATINEE ALL TICKETS £14

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Bognor Regis Concert Band

AN AFTERNOON AT THE PROMS FEATURING MUSICAL FAVOURITES FROM ALL AROUND THE BRITISH ISLES Bognor Regis Concert Band

AN AFTERNOON AT THE PROMS

Sweeney Entertainments

THE BEST OF QUEEN PERFORMED BY THE BOHEMIANS SAT 14 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £25

SUN 8 SEPTEMBER 2PM

TICKETS £8 FULL PRICE / £7 CONCS Join the Bognor Regis Concert Band for an afternoon of patriotic music at our Afternoon at the Proms! Bring your flags and best singing voices to enjoy Proms classics such as ‘Land of Hope and Glory’, ‘Rule Britannia’ and many more under the baton of our Musical Director Dave Poste. Comprised of over 30 local musicians, Bognor Regis Concert Band has been entertaining audiences in Bognor and the surrounding area for over 30 years. www.brconcertband.org.uk @BognorBand

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The Bohemians have been paying homage to the world’s most theatrical and dramatic Rock band, Queen since 1996, and in that time have had a huge impact on audiences across the world. Front man and pianist, Rob Comber’s outrageous stage antics and personality makes him perfect to play an uncannily realistic ‘Freddie’ with just the right look and stage persona. Rob is joined on stage by an enormously talented band including Christopher Gregory who brings all the electric guitar virtuosity required to play a very convincing Brian May. Their attention to detail is truly impressive. The Best of Queen show features a selection of the most loved and iconic classics from across Queen’s entire back catalogue creating a live stage show which really catches the essence of this most incredible British band.

60 MINS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC FRI 6 SEP 7.30PM, STUDIO ONE TICKETS £6.50 / £3.50 UNDER 25s

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That’s Showbiz

DANNY JOHN-JULES: I’VE GOTTA BE ME A TRIBUTE TO SAMMY DAVIS JNR. THURS 12 & FRI 13 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £20 / £18.50 CONCS The star of ‘Red Dwarf’, ‘Death in Paradise’ and ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ is going on tour. “The coolest cat in town” is singing and dancing his way back to his musical theatre roots as he takes you on a journey through the life of showbiz icon, Mr Wonderful himself, Sammy Davis Jr. He will be singing and dancing through some of the best-known hits while telling the compelling story of the world’s greatest all-round entertainer. This musical and visual delight follows the almost unbelievable life of the coolest cat ever, leaving you feeling enlightened, but most of all entertained! This is an exciting preview show of Danny’s new tour.

“Whether I’m right or whether I’m wrong, whether I find a place in this world or never belong, I gotta be me, I’ve gotta be me.”

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THURSDAY 19 - SUNDAY 22 SEPTEMBER

THE YOUNG UNS

BLAIR DUNLOP & 3 DAFT MONKEYS

OYSTERBAND

LINDISFARNE

THURS 19 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

SAT 21 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

FRI 20 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

SUN 22 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

TICKETS

WEEKEND TICKET £75 / UNDER 16S £35 / FAMILY TICKET £175 INDIVIDUAL CONCERTS £23 / UNDER 16S £12.50 STUDIO SESSIONS (SAT & SUN) £10.50 / UNDER 16S £5.50

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The Joy of An Afternoon of Songs and Arias from

The Sunday Workshop Singers

Sunday 15th September 2019 2.30pm

Studio 1

The Alexandra Theatre

Director and Pianist Sylvia Rota

Tickets £8 Tickets Available from The Sunday Workshop Singers

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01243 861010 THE JOY OF SINGING

www.regiscentre.co.uk SUN 15 SEPTEMBER In Aid of 2.30PM St Wilfred s Hospice, Chichester

TICKETS £8 UNRESERVED SEATING IN STUDIO 1 Director and Pianist Sylvia Rota Following the success of last year’s Joy of Singing concert the Sunday Workshop Singers return for an afternoon of arias and songs. The programme will include well known songs from South Pacific,The Greatest Showman, Disney Classics and Operatic Arias. There will even be some audience participation! An enjoyable afternoon that you will not want to miss. A raffle will be held in aid of St Wilfrids Hospice.

TONY STOCKWELL PSYCHIC MEDIUM TUES 24 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

TICKETS £21 FULL PRICE £24 PREMIUM SEATS (first 5 rows) Remarkably compelling, amazingly detailed and always humorous. The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long established credibility as one of the top Intuitive Mediums and has shared the stage all round the world with international mediums such as Colin Fry, James van Praagh and Lisa Williams. Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages frequently including names, dates and locations and all delivered with emotion, sensitivity and empathy. The evening may include psychometry, photographs readings and psychic prediction. Recent legislative guidelines insist that any Evening of Mediumship should be billed ‘for entertainment purposes’. Tony certainly uses his natural wit, showmanship and Cockney charisma to entertain but more important, Mediumship has the potential to change someone’s life and instil in them a sense of peace, comfort and purpose. We hope that nobody can fail to come away untouched by the experience

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The Bersted Boys

ONE LAST SONG

FRI 27 - SAT 28 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £14 FULL PRICE / £12 CONCS UNRESERVED SEATING IN THE LITTLE ALEX Join James, Will and Michael as they return to the intimate setting of the Little Alex Theatre, and this time they are bringing friends. Prepare to be wowed by powerful vocals, magical harmonies and some showstopping performances in an evening of musical entertainment featuring songs from West End to Broadway and beyond. Featuring Lou Fowkes from the band Catching Fire, and local vocalist Caroline Bennett, this is one date you won’t want to miss this September!

ALBERT LEE

MON 30 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £24 Undoubtedly one of the finest guitarists the world has ever seen, Double Grammy Award Winner Albert Lee is also an accomplished piano player and has a fine singing voice. He has a soulful voice but can equally ‘tear it up’ rock ‘n roll style. Co-writer of ‘Country Boy’ and writer of many other great songs, always in great demand by other artistes, he has played on countless sessions worldwide. He has appeared and recorded with many of the finest artistes in the music industry, including Glen Campbell, Dave Edmunds, Dolly Parton, Bobby Bare, Joan Armatrading, Ricky Scaggs, Joe Cocker, Willie Nelson, Linda Ronstadt, Rodney Crowell,Vince Gill, Travis Tritt, The Blue Caps, Robert Wells and Earl Scruggs. Albert was a member of The Everly Brothers Band, Emmylou Harris’s Hotband and Bill Wymans’ Rhythm Kings and toured extensively with them. He also toured with his own band, Hogan’s Heroes for many years. In 2017 Albert was awarded a trailblazer award by the Americana Society of the UK.

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LET YOUR IMAGINATION RUN WILD!

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ANDY BROWN: Renaissance Man Indie Art Pop: NOAH’S HOUSE BAND R A INE GEOHEGAN: Roma ni Po et Angelic Folk From: LUCY KITCHEN ALAN MORRISON: Political Poet The Brighton Troubadours: SONG BOX MANDY PANNETT: Wit & Wisdom JAMES SIMPSON: Award-Winner B A R RY SM I T H : P o e t r y & Ja z z

AN ALL DAY CONTEMPORARY MUSIC & ART FESTIVAL

Regis Centre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: £8 Available from the Regis Centre Box Office: 01243 861010 or www.alexandratheatre.co.uk/event/blakefest-2019 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For a full list of the day’s activities, go to www.blakefest.co.uk - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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STRING FEVER FRI 4 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £20.50 STRING FEVER is an entertaining group of talented musicians that have lived and breathed music since a young age. Composed of three brothers and a cousin, this internationally acclaimed quartet has performed 1000+ Shows in thirty-three countries since 2004, from private performances for the British Royal family to a packed audience at Madison Square Gardens in New York. Coming from a family of musicians it was always likely that the Broadbent boys were going to follow their fathers into the music profession. Giles and Ralph studied at the Royal Academy of Music and Graham at the Royal College. Giles went on to play the lead violin for several West End shows. (Sunset Boulevard, Phantom of the Opera and My Fair Lady) In 2004 their Youngest brother Neal was due to study cello at the Guildhall School of Music… but instead, he was kidnapped by his brothers to be the cellist in their new group – Stringfever!

“Unique, fresh, uplifting and memorable.Their show is a perfect combination of artistry, showmanship, the past, the present and the future” - New York Times

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Vienna Festival Ballet

SNOW WHITE SAT 5 OCTOBER 2PM & 5.30PM

TICKETS £22 FULL PRICE £20 CONCS / £19 FRIENDS £16 UNDER 16s £13 DANCE SCHOOLS Choreography by Barry McGrath Join Vienna Festival Ballet on a magical journey with their unmissable production of Snow White. World class choreography propels this timeless fairytale and answers the question; who is the fairest one of all? Based on the traditional Grimm brothers’ story, this ballet incorporates all the important elements – a beautiful girl, an enchanted mirror, a poisoned apple. Hip-hopping dwarves help Snow White find her Prince Charming. This spellbinding ballet promises to entertain and dazzle the whole family.

THE BARRON KNIGHTS: FINAL JOUST SAT 12 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £21 Probably the most entertaining group to come out of the 60s and 70s. Their musicianship, harmonies and humour makes them what their peers call them ‘The Guvnors’. They are supremely talented, a showbiz phenomenon and the best tonic the NHS could give the population. Winners of the UK Rock and Pop awards as ‘Best Entertainers’, they are the only group to have toured with the Beatles and twice with the Rolling Stones. A show not to be missed. You’ll be rockin and laughing as well as rolling. Expect lots of new material as well as old favourites like ‘Call Up The Groups’, their inimitable version of ‘The William Tell Overture’ and Flamenco party piece ‘Malaguana’. You will walk out the theatre with happy memories of the Knights last and final joust!

“The entire show was captivating from start to finish” - WELWYN HATFIELD TIMES “An excellent company of talented dancers.Their energy and enthusiasm is breathtaking.” - ENTS24.COM

60 MINS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC FRI 4 OCT, 7.30PM, STUDIO ONE TICKETS £6.50 / £3.50 UNDER 25s

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JACK DEE: OFF THE TELLY FRI 11 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £21.50

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Join Jack Dee for an evening of entertainment (food and beverages not included) in his new stand-up tour. “In these difficult and uncertain times people need hope – a ray of sunshine to brighten their day. And that’s very much where I come in” says Jack. Star of TV sitcoms ‘Bad Move’, ‘Lead Balloon’ and ‘Josh’, Jack also hosts the legendary Radio 4 show ‘I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue’. Additional credits include presenting ‘Jack Dee’s Helpdesk’ on BBC Two, C4’s ‘The Jack Dee Show’, ITV’s ‘Jack Dee’s Saturday Night’, BBC’s ‘Jack Dee’s Happy Hour’ and ‘Jack Dee Live at the Apollo’. “In fact,” explains Jack, “I’ve probably appeared in every TV show with my name in the title”. Other sidelines include Motivational Speaking, which Jack describes as “Basically a total waste of time, talking to losers, but the cash is decent” and then adds “Don’t print that”. It’s so hard to tell when he’s being serious. In recognition of his charity work, Jack was denied an OBE in 2015.

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Presents

Strike Up the Band

The Very Best of Concert Band Music

Programme includes music from The Big Band Era Morricone – Queen - ABBA

BROS Musical Productions

THE SOUND OF MUSICALS WEDS 16 - SAT 19 OCTOBER 7.30PM, 2.30PM SAT MATINEE

Southdowns Concert Band

STRIKE UP THE BAND

SUN 20 OCTOBER 3PM

TICKETS £15.50

TICKETS £12.50 / FREE FOR UNDER 16s

Presented by award-winning local theatre company BROS Musical Productions, who most recently visited the theatre with their sell-out success ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’.

The Very Best of Concert Band Music

From showstopping solos to roof raising ensemble numbers, this show is packed with some of the biggest hits from West End and Broadway! Featuring songs from hit musicals like ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Mary Poppins’, ‘Sunset Boulevard’, ‘42nd Street’ and ‘Wicked’ - plus new hit shows like ‘Waitress’, ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ and ‘Come From Away’. There will also be little known musical theatre gems plus hit songs from the movie musicals.

Conducted by Tom Hodge MBE

Featuring a live 26-piece orchestra on stage, a talented local cast of over 40 performers plus featured songs from local youth theatre group Knightstar Productions, THE SOUND OF MUSICALS is sure to be an exciting and enjoyable trip to the theatre.

Programme includes music fromThe Big Band Era Morricone – Queen – Abba.

The Southdowns Concert Band present ‘Strike Up The Band’, a concert featuring the very best of Concert Band music. The programme will include music from the Big Band Era, as well as featuring music by Queen and ABBA. The Southdowns Band all have a passion for concert band music. They enjoy playing a wide variety of music but also enjoy the challenge of performing to a higher level.

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Broken Robot Productions & So Comedy by arrangement with Troika presents

GRIFF RHYS JONES: ALL OVER THE PLACE THURS 24 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £19 Griff is back and once again all over the place touring the UK this autumn with his brand new full-length stand-up show. Following sell-out performances of his previous one man entertainments ‘Jones and Smith’ and ‘Where Was I?’ and a hugely acclaimed tour of Australia and New Zealand, it’s time to join one half of Smith & Jones, one quarter of ‘Not the Nine O’Clock News’ and one third of ‘Three Men In a Boat’ as he presents an evening of hilarious true stories, riffs, observations and details of his recent medical procedures. It’s all guaranteed to be packed with wicked insights into the pains of celebrity, the vicissitudes of parenthood and encounters with the great, the good and even the royal. Yes, Griff is all over the place this year so make sure not to miss him!

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Sweeney Entertainments

The 60 Minute Orchestra

THE TAKE THAT EXPERIENCE

ORCHESTRA NIGHT

FRI 25 OCTOBER 7.30PM TICKETS £23

Back by popular demand! Relight your fire for one of the most successful boy bands of all time. The Take That Experience show gives you the very latest Take That favourites as well as all the classic songs from the past including ‘Back For Good’, ‘Relight My Fire’, ‘Could It Be Magic’, ‘Patience’, ‘Shine’, ‘Rule The World’, ‘Up All Night’, ‘Greatest Day’ and ‘The Flood’. Featuring five wonderfully talented guys, with a remarkable on-stage chemistry, full replica costumes, and a performance that literally gives you The Take That Experience!

SAT 26 OCTOBER 7.30PM

TICKETS £15 FULL PRICE £7.50 UNDER 25s Presented by Roger Clayden Leader Jonathan Strange Conductor John Georgiadis - (formerly leader of the London Symphony Orchestra) The 60 Minute Orchestra has been performing at the Regis Centre for a number of years. A string orchestra with an exceptionally beautiful sound, all musicians are professional and have many years of experience. Alan Shellard the solo clarinet returns to play Gerald Finzi’s ‘Five Bagatelles’ for clarinet and String Orchestra. This year will be marked out as special with the performance of Mieczystaw Karlowicz’s ‘Serenade for Strings’. The programme includes: W A Mozart - Eine Kleine Nachtmusik Gerald Finzi - Five Bagatelles for Clarinet and String Orchestra OP.23 (Solo Clarinet Alan Shellard) Gustav Holst - St Paul’s Suite OP.29 Vivaldi - Trumpet Concerto for 2 Trumpets in C (RV537) Vivaldi - Concerto for Orchestra F.XI no.25 Bela Bartok - Romanian Folk Dances arranged for Orchestra SZ56 BB 68 Tchaikovsky - Andante Cantabile for Cello and Strings Mieczystaw Karlowicz - Serenade for Strings OP.2

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THE WIZARD OF OZ WORKSHOPS WIZARDING MAGIC SHOW ê WILD SCIENCE BALLOON MODELLING ê FACE PAINTING COLOURING COMPETITION ARTS AND CRAFTS ê QUIET CORNER ENTERTAINERS ê CHARACTERS AND MORE! All the above events are free as an ongoing committment to providing accessible arts to the local community. 22 BOOKING 01243 861010

The People’s Theatre Company

Sweeney Entertainments

THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A FLY

A TRIBUTE TO ARIANA AND JOJO

TICKETS £10.50 / £40 FAMILY TICKET

TICKETS £15.50

The 45th Anniversary Production! Written by Steven Lee

The UK’s number one tributes to global superstar Ariana Grande and kids’ sensation JoJo Siwa together in the most exciting new Pop production of 2019!

MON 28 OCTOBER 2.30PM - Suitable for ages 2+

“There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. I don’t know why she swallowed a fly...” But The People’s Theatre Company do! And now you can too as they use an amazing blend of live action, puppetry and animation to bring one of the world’s best loved nursery rhymes to life of Pam Adams’ bestselling book! From the creators of ‘Don’t Dribble On The Dragon’, this magical show has been written especially for grownups to enjoy with their children, so come and relive the delights of this most charming of tales complete with a feast of sing along songs, colourful animal characters and heart-warming family fun. The songs in the show including ‘If You’re Happy and You Know It’, ‘Incy Wincy Spider’ and many more are available to sing along to on The People’s Theatre Company’s website at www.ptc.org.uk so why not have a listen and join in when you visit the theatre!

“Thoroughly entertaining and brilliant fun” - What’s On Stage

WEDS 30 OCTOBER 6PM

ARIANA GRANDE - Ariana’s music videos have been viewed a total of more than nine billion times online. Her accolades include three American Music Awards, three MTV Europe Music Awards, an MTV Video Music Award and four Grammy Award nominations. All three of her albums have been certified platinum. Her signature bunny ears are a symbol worldwide of her brand. With 134 million Instagram followers and huge hits such as ‘Dangerous Woman,’ ‘One Last Time’ and ‘Side By Side,’ she is arguably one of the most influential female artists of the decade! JOJO SIWA - With 8.5 million YouTube subscribers and 7.5 million Instagram followers, JoJo Siwa is THE biggest teen star of her generation. A role model to millions of young girls around the world; there’s just no stopping her! With six hit singles to her name including ‘Kid In A Candy Store,’ ‘Boomerang’ and ‘Hold The Drama,’ JoJo was always bound to be a star… and she’s still only 15! She loves to sing and dance and wear her signature bows! Bows that are now known globally and represent her fans called the “Siwanatorz”.

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The Rosemary Bell Academy of Dance

AUTUMN SHOWCASE SUN 27 OCTOBER 1PM & 3PM

TICKETS £12 / £10 UNDER 16S The Rosemary Bell Academy of Dance presents a selection of classical ballet and acrobatic dance from students aged 3+. Over 120 pupils from RBA Dance will take to the stage to showcase their talent and to celebrate their progression throughout the academic year. Situated in Chichester, RBA Dance is a Royal Academy of Dance ballet school which offers ballet classes to children from 3+ to adults, Acrobatic Arts and Pilates.

THE LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY SHOW FRI 1 NOVEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £21.50 Now seen by over 250,000 fans ‘The Legends of American Country’ returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics. This tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Patsy Cline and Kenny Rogers and five brand new tributes to icons Hank Williams, Charley Pride, Glen Campbell, Tammy Wynette and Don Williams with countless other well known hit songs in this must see extravaganza. The show features four fantastic singers backed by a live band with an authentic stage set that will transport you all the way hand clapping and toe tapping to Nashville and back. One things for sure, if you like Country music this is the only show in town! “Fantastic show of nostalgic country at its best with superb vocalists and musicians” - Hot Country

60 MINS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC

FRI 1 NOVEMBER, 7.30PM, STUDIO ONE TICKETS £6.50 / £3.50 UNDER 25s

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WEST END to

BROADWAY Arabesque School of Performing Arts

WEST END TO BROADWAY

SUN 3 NOVEMBER 3PM TICKETS £10.50

The talented students from the Arabesque School of Performing Arts present an afternoon of hit musical numbers from the West End to Broadway. Expect a lot of well known favourite songs, exciting dance routines and wonderful vocals. This is sure to be an entertaining afternoon at the musicals for all ages.

Neil Sands Productions

CHRISTMAS MEMORIES THURS 7 NOVEMBER 2PM

TICKETS £12.50 / £11.50 CONCS LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE Neil Sands and his wonderful cast are back with their hit show. Filled with more songs and even more stunning costumes, they bring you an unforgettable afternoon of festive nostalgia, taking us all back to a time when Christmas really was the most wonderful time of the year. Be transported back on a yuletide sleigh ride filled with over 60 all-time favourite Christmas songs and carols. Described as “like a sparkly Christmas card come to life” with its shimmering stage set, beautiful Christmas trees, glittering fairy lights, and even falling snow, this is the perfect pre-Christmas treat. Guaranteed to have you singing along from start to finish, this show brings back many happy memories of Christmases past and will warm your heart on the coldest winter’s day.

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University of Chichester Triple Threat Company

CURTAINS

THURS 14 - SAT 16 NOVEMBER

FLORA THE RED MENACE THURS 21 - SAT 23 NOVEMBER

7.30PM, 2.30PM SAT MAT TICKETS £14 FULL PRICE / £12 CONCS / £8 NUS £5 SCHOOL,YOUTH AND CARE HOME GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE ATTENDING

BUY TICKETS FOR ONE SHOW, AND GET THE SECOND SHOW HALF PRICE Kander & Ebb’s iconic musicals ‘Cabaret’ and ‘Chicago’ frequently feature in everyone’s top ten list of greatest musicals. Many critics think they are not their strongest! Come and judge for yourself! The sensational Triple Threat Company are presenting a double-bill of hilarious murder-mystery, whodunit, CURTAINS and debut musical, the exuberant, FLORA THE RED MENACE. Book for both at the same time and get the second half price! CURTAINS is a laugh-out-loud musical send-up of murder mystery plots! Set in 1950s Boston. The supremely untalented star of a terrible theatre production is murdered during her opening night curtain call. Step up Detective Lt. Frank Cioffi to find the killer before the show reopens. Cioffi has been called ‘the best musical theatre character since Mama Rose in ‘Gypsy’, and the best role of David Hyde Pierce’s (Niles in ‘Frasier’) career! FLORA THE RED MENACE opened with a 19-year old Liza Minnelli in the title role. She became the youngest person to have won a Tony. In the 1930s, Flora Meszaros, is a plucky New York fashion illustrator ready to change the world! ‘Our headstrong heroine has to balance her strong political ideals and personal happiness with humanity, romance and a very fine set of tunes in this brilliant and very moving musical! Wait no longer and experience these with a live orchestra from the production company that brought you sell-out shows of ‘Anything Goes’, ‘Kiss Me Kate’, ‘9 to 5’ and ‘Lucky Stiff’! The University’s Triple Threat Company is back with virtuosity, unaffected energy and elan! 26 BOOKING 01243 861010

THE BIG BAND AT CHRISTMAS WITH FIVE STAR SWING

SANTA’S CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN FRI 29 NOVEMBER 4PM

SUN 24 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

TICKETS £10.50 £40 FAMILY TICKET (max 2 adults)

TICKETS £17.50 / £16.50 CONCS Swing into Christmas with the unique Five Star Swing Big Band show – Enjoy all your favourite Christmas songs with the dynamic Big Band treatment from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Nat King Cole - jazzing up those Jingle Bells! Featuring Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra, and Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band, Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s brother).

The show where every child gets a present from Santa! Join Dotty the Elf, Dasher the Reindeer, Jack Frost and Pompom the Penguin in a fun, festive, musical adventure to help fix the Christmas calendar and get Santa’s Christmas Countdown started – plus remember to bring your Christmas letter to post in Santa’s special post box! Santa’s Christmas Countdown is a 45 minute, interactive family show, particularly suitable for 2-7 year olds. Afterwards the adventure continues as each child gets to meet Father Christmas and receive a specially wrapped present from him – it’s the most Christmassy Christmas show ever, HO-HO-HO! Songs include festive favourites Jingle Bells, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas and more!

60 MINS OF CLASSICAL MUSIC

FRI 29 NOVEMBER, 7.30PM, STUDIO ONE TICKETS £6.50 / £3.50 UNDER 25s

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SPRING PREVIEW University of Chichester Musical Theatre Performance Company

OUR HOUSE

THURS 23 - SAT 25 JANUARY 7.30PM, 2.30PM SAT MAT TICKETS £14 / £12 CONCS / £8 NUS The Musical Theatre Performance Company is very proud to present this punchy, gritty, slightly rough-round-theedges musical, with a joyously familiar score. Brought to you by the same team that produced The Addams Family and Jekyll & Hyde in their 2018/19 season.

BersteD ARTS

Bersted Arts

THE HAUNTING THURS 7 - SAT 9 FEBRUARY 7.30PM, 2.30PM SAT MAT TICKETS £12 / £10.50 CONCS / SAT MATINEE £10 Hot on the heels of their success with ‘The Hound of the Baskervilles’, Bersted Arts present this exciting dramatisations of Charles Dickens’ spooky tale.

FAIRPORT CONVENTION THURS 20 FEBRUARY - DETAILS TBC

BRINGING ON BACK THE 60S SAT 22 FEBRUARY, 7.30PM TICKETS £20 This fast moving show starring New Amen Corner is a must for lovers of 60s music. Featuring a special guest appearance from multi award winning Nancy Ann Lee “Little Miss Sixties”.

AN EVENING WITH JOHN ILLSLEY: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF DIRE STRAITS LATE MARCH - DETAILS TBC This promises to be a special, intimate evening looking into the life and times of one of the biggest rock & roll bands of all time.

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YOUTH THEATRE FOR AGES 8 TO 16 YEARS ARTY enables young people between the ages of 8 and 16 to get involved in drama, providing a broad range of high quality theatre experiences in a positive and supportive environment. Working towards performances in the Alexandra Theatre, young people can develop their skills, not only in theatre and performance but also in confidence, communication and creativity working with theatre industry professionals. Come along for a free first session and find out more.

Saturday Mornings Act One and Two: 10am - 11am Act Three: 11.30am - 12.30pm

Beachcroft Hotel & Restaurant

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Beachcroft Hotel & Restaurant Clyde Road, Felpham, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO22 7AH Tel: 01243 827142 www.beachcroft-hotel.co.uk

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BOOKING INFORMATION Box Office Tel: 01243 861010 Book Online: www.regiscentre.co.uk Box Office Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am - 4pm or one hour before the start of each performanc Payments: We accept cash, theatre tokens and all major credit and debit cards. Please make cheques payable to Arun Arts Ltd. Booking fees: We charge a 50p per ticket booking fee which is included in the ticket price. We charge £1 if you would like your tickets posted. There is also a charge of £1 for reprints/exchanges. Concessions: One discount per ticket applies. Concessions may include senior citizens, students, under 16s or registered disabled patrons. Appropriate ID required. Offers cannot be applied to previously purchased orders or in conjunction with any other offers. The Management reserve the right to amend the programme as necessary.

ACCESS Please mention your requirements at the time of booking and don’t hesitate to ask the Duty Manager if there is anything you need on arrival. Parking: There are four parking spaces for blue badge holders at the front of the Centre and additional blue badge bays in the public car park next to the Centre. Hearing Impaired: There is a hearing loop in our auditorium. Assistance Dogs: We welcome assistance dogs in all areas of our building. Please talk to our Box Office staff about any special requirements when booking. Auditorium: Row J has permanent wheelchair spaces. Wheelchairs spaces can be booked in person or over the phone at our Box Office. Row J is also suitable for patrons with walking difficulties. We now run an essential companions scheme. Please enquire at the Box Office when booking.

VENUE HIRE Situated on the seafront, the Regis Centre offers an ideal venue for performances, meetings, classes, training, rehearsals, conferences and exhibitions in the heart of Bognor Regis. Our spaces are highly versatile and can be tailored to your needs. These include our three studio spaces, airy and spacious foyer area, the wonderful 353 seat Alexandra Theatre and the Little Alex - a 60 seat studio theatre situated on the stage of the Alexandra Theatre. For more information on hiring our spaces please contact us on 01243 867676.

The Regis Centre supporters:

Due to our licensing regulations, we are unable to permit the transfer from wheelchairs to theatre seats.

The Regis Centre prides itself on being a community venue for local societies and non-professional companies. We do not accept responsibility for the quality, content or pricing for these events.

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GET INVOLVED BECOME A REGIS CENTRE VOLUNTEER

The Regis Centre is run by the charity Arun Arts Ltd. and relies heavily on the help of our dedicated volunteers.Volunteering can be a great way to give back to your community and meet new people but it can also open up a door to opportunities though gaining new skills and experience. Get involved with the following areas: • Front of House • Box Office • Café • Charity Shop • Maintenance and more If this is something you’re interested in, why not pop in to have a chat, contact us on 01243 867676 or fill out one of our Volunteer Application Forms online at www.regiscentre.co.uk.

SUPPORT US BY BECOMING A FRIEND OR SPONSORING A SEAT For just £20 a year or £30 for a joint memb ership, you could recieve discounted tickets, regula r newsletters updating you on upcoming event s, opportunities to attend exclusive Friends’ events and 10% discount in our seaside Cafe! Already a friend? Introduce a new friend and recieve a £5 Theatre Tokens Gift Card If you love what we do at the Regis Centr e or want to commemorate someone who did, why not sponsor a seat in our theatre auditorium? Seat naming gifts are acknowledged throu gh a smart plaque with your chosen inscription on a seat of your choice, at a cost of £100. To become a friend or to sponsor a seat call us on 01243 867676 or email info@regiscentre.co.uk

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DIARY AT A GLANCE SEPTEMBER

NOVEMBER

OCTOBER

DECEMBER

Fri 6 Sun 8 Thu 12 & Fri 13 Sat 14 Sun 15 Thu 19 - Sun 22 Tue 24 Fri 27 - Sat 28 Sat 28 Mon 30

Fri 4 Fri 4 Sat 5 Fri 11 Sat 12 Wed 16 - Sat 19 Sun 20 Thu 24 Fri 25 Sat 26 Sun 27 Mon 28 - Thu 31 Mon 28 Wed 30

60 Minutes of Classical Music An Afternoon at the Proms Danny John-Jules: I’ve Gotta Be Me The Best of Queen The Joy of Singing Southdowns Folk Festival 2019 Tony Stockwell, Psychic Medium The Bersted Boys and Friends: One Last Song BlakeFest Albert Lee

60 Minutes of Classical Music String Fever Snow White The Ballet Jack Dee: Off the Telly The Barron Knights The Sound of Musicals Strike Up the Band Griff Rhys Jones The Take That Experience Orchestra Night The Rosemary Bell Academy of Dance Family Fun Week There was an Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly A Tribute to Ariana and Jojo

Fri 1 Fri 1 Fri 1 Sun 3 Thu 7 Sat 9 Thu 14 - Sat 16 Thu 21 - Sat 23 Sun 24 Fri 29 Fri 29

Wed 11 - Tue 31

JANUARY Wed 1 - Sat 4

Family Fun Week 60 Minutes of Classical Music The Legends of American Country West End to Broadway Christmas Memories SouthEast Stars Curtains Flora the Red Menace The Big Band at Christmas Santa’s Christmas Countdown 60 Minutes of Classical Music

The Wizard of Oz

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