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We are open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 3pm 01722 321744 www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk Tickets may be posted for 50p. Tickets may be reserved for performances and films for up to 4 working days. Concessions apply to under 26 year olds, full-time students, over 65 year olds and disability benefits claimants. Essential Companions go free. Members receive £1 off up to 2 tickets per event (4 for Family Members). Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Refunds and exchanges only apply if an event is cancelled. Front row seats are reserved on the tiered rake seating for wheelchair users and essential companions and those who aren’t able to climb the steps. Due to high demand for front row seats we regret we’re not able to reserve additional seats. Infrared or induction loop systems are available. Ramps or lift provide access to all public areas. Two disabled parking spaces are available in the Arts Centre car park. 2
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Our Members YOU, our audience And all the staff and volunteers who’ve worked so hard over the last 40 years. Box Office 01722 321744
Salisbury Arts Centre will be closed for Christmas from 3pm on Saturday 19 December until 10am on Tuesday 5 January.
We are forty! With the big 4-0 on the horizon we launched an anti-ageing campaign last year. We replaced our seats and this August we’ll be giving our toilets and lift a long-awaited overhaul. Thanks to everyone who has generously donated, we’ve raised £270,000 and have just £38,000 to go. Call 01722 321744 or donate via the website to help us make imaginations fly for another forty years! Pop in to say hello and see all the exciting changes we’ve made so far...
Ruby Birthday Party Saturday 5 September 8pm (bar open 7.30pm)
Tickets: £15 | £13 concessions (Members: £5)
No birthday presents required but donations gratefully received! A red hot party to celebrate our ruby year. Join us for music, dancing and merriment as we celebrate forty years of making imaginations fly. Enjoy music from Indie Folk star Beck Goldsmith, Sky Arts ‘Guitar Star’ Darren Hodge, and ‘Top Latin Band’ and ‘Salsa Act of the Year’ award-winner Salsaology.
Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3UT In exceptional circumstances we may have to make changes to the planned programme of events. We avoid this wherever possible but we’re afraid we have to reserve the right to do so. Front cover image: ‘Grass’ by Second Hand Dance (see page 10).
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Café
Fuel your creativity with delicious food, live music, exhibitions and chat. It’s your space... and children are welcome!
Seasonal Menu Inspired by this season’s Frida Kahlo performance and film and music from central and south America, the café will be dishing up a taco-tastic Mexican menu this autumn. Take your pick from nachos, salads, tacos and more.
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Live Lunches
Enjoy free music from 12noon - 2pm Sorana Santos Saturday 26 September An original blend of contemporary, jazz, electronic music and singer-songwriter traditions from an award-winning multiinstrumentalist.
Steve Page Saturday 3 October Contemporary Americana from a songwriter best known as the front man of Americana band the Open Secrets.
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Images from left: Hannah Robinson, Effra. Pete Webber and Declan Millar
CafĂŠ ARTS Centre is open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 3pm
Hannah Robinson
Effra
Saturday 10 October Percussive guitar meets soulful melodies and lyrics as singer-songwriter Hannah Robinson performs songs from her debut album.
Saturday 7 November An innovative contemporary folk blend from a London trio uniting rock, classical and jazz backgrounds.
Celebrate Voice: Zoe Schwarz & Rob Koral Sunday 25 October A jazz and blues set from Blues Awards 2014 finalist Zoe Schwarz and Rob Koral.
Salisbury Music Awards Saturday 31 October An acoustic set from this year’s Salisbury Music Awards acts.
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Pete Webber Saturday 28 November Timeless acoustic songs from a virtuoso guitarist and songwriter from Bristol.
Declan Millar Saturday 12 December Songs rich in storytelling and deeply rooted in historical, bardic and mystical themes from a young Somerset songwriter.
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Exhibitions
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Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 3pm (subject to closure during performances)
Michael Pennie: Sculpture for Furniture With Sarah Purvey and Jo Taylor Thursday 10 September – Saturday 10 October Launch: Wednesday 9 September 6 – 8pm
A collection of small sculptures in bronze, stone, wood and ceramic each placed on their own piece of furniture, as if ready for a spot in someone’s home. Michael’s sculpture and works on paper are accompanied by the ceramics of Jo Taylor and Sarah Purvey. Michael Pennie’s pieces from the John Creasey collection will be on show at the Young Gallery, alongside his recent works and a selection of his collection of African sculpture. Talk with the artists led by Grace Davies from Visual Arts South West: Thursday 24 September 1 – 4pm ● £5
Open Ceramics 2015 Friday 16 October – Saturday 14 November
Launch: Thursday 15 October 6 – 8pm An exhibition showcasing the diversity of contemporary ceramics, from functional ware to abstract and hybrid objects.
Worth Fighting For? Friday 20 November – Saturday 19 December
Launch: Thursday 19 November 6 – 8pm
Each year we invite submissions from artists at all stages of their careers for our Open Exhibition.
A collection of works by artists who define themselves as facing barriers to the art world due to health, disability, social circumstance or isolation.
This year, in celebration of our new kiln, we’re delighted to be showcasing ceramics selected by Professor Simon Olding (Crafts Study Centre) and Sophie Cummings (Swindon Museum and Art Gallery).
This exhibition is presented in collaboration with Outside In. Alongside local Outside In ambassador Brian Gibson, artists from the Salisbury area were invited to respond to the theme ‘Worth Fighting For?’
Once Fired Faces Ceramics Workshop for Adults with Claire Loder: Saturday 31 October 10am – 4pm ● £50 www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk
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What’s on Image: Dr Sketchy’s Salisbury
Regular Events Taking place throughout the year, these events are Salisbury Arts Centre classics. Add the dates to your diary now and you'll never miss your regular dose of laughter, music or sketching shenanigans.
Café LUA
Wednesday 9 September | 2pm This event is FREE CAFÉ A regular meeting for disabled artists to get together for support, inspiration and discussion. From sessions with guest speakers to informal chats, enjoy being part of a group with Disability Arts at its core.
Café LUA will also take place on Wednesdays 14 October, 11 November and 9 December
Magic Lantern
Tuesday 15 September 7.30pm (bar open 7.15pm) This event is FREE
FILM/CAFÉ A bi-monthly series of events for local filmmakers of all levels of experience, featuring masterclass sessions plus networking and discussion slots to showcase and critique your own recent or in-progress work. For details of upcoming Masterclass themes please see www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk.
Magic Lantern will also take place on Tuesday 17 November 8
Dr. Sketchy's Salisbury
Wednesday 16 September 7.30pm (bar open 7pm) Tickets: £7 (Members: £6)
VISUAL ARTS Entertainment meets art in these life drawing events for adults. Dr Sketchy’s Anti-Art School is what art classes would be like if they were let loose in the Moulin Rouge with competition prizes, drinks and laughs. Founded in New York by artist Molly Crabapple, it blends art, glamorous burlesque and cabaret.
Dr Sketchy's will also take place on Wednesdays 21 October, 18 November and 16 December
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Hijack Open Mic
Altar Club
This event is FREE
Tickets: £5 in advance | £7 on the door (Members: £4 | £6 on the door)
Upstarts Thursday 24 September 5 - 7pm
Saturday 26 September 8pm (bar open 7.30pm)
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An open stage for young performers from musicians to poets and comedians to share their talents.
Altar Club is a blasting series of Ska, Reggae, Indie, Pop and Punk.
If you’re interested in performing, turn up early to grab a slot or email melanie@salisburyarts.co.uk to sign up in advance.
Hijack Open Mic will also take place on Thursdays 22 October, 26 November and 17 December
Barnstormers Comedy
Friday 25 September 8.30pm (bar open 7.45pm)
Tickets: £12 | £11 concessions | £14 on the door (Members: £11 | £10 | £13 on the door)
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September Altar Club features Cardiff Reggae, Ska and Soul artist Captain Accident. This is a standing event
Altar Club will also take place on Saturday 31 October: The Salisbury Music Awards Saturday 28 November: Shanty Thursday 31 December: Altar Club NYE NYE Tickets: £12 | £20 on the door
Big Band Brunch
Sunday 4 October 12noon (doors open 11.15am) Tickets: £6 | £5 concessions (Members: £5 | £4)
MUSIC/CAFÉ
Ending the month with a healthy dose of laughter, Barnstormers brings you three great comedians from the London comedy circuit introduced by a guest compere.
Enjoy music from the Girls Only Jazz Orchestra. Performing Swing classics and fresh new hits, this group will blow you away with its Big Band sound.
Over 18s only. Not for the easily offended!
Top it off with an equally big breakfast from the café’s special brunch menu.
Barnstormers Comedy will also take place on Fridays 30 October and 27 November www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk
Big Band Brunch will also take place on Sundays 1 November and 6 December 9
Family Fun Family Fiesta
Saturday 5 September 12noon - 5pm
Book a FREE ticket to receive advance programme notifications and pre-party games A special Family Fiesta presented by Hoodwink to celebrate Salisbury Arts Centre’s fortieth birthday year. Expect fun for all the family with comic cascading water from ‘The Spurting Man’, dancing, crafting and a giant birthday cake. You might even get to join in with a pARTy game or two!
Grass
Second Hand Dance Tuesday 27 October 11am & 2.30pm
Tickets: £7.50 | £6.50 concessions | £24 family of 4 (Members: £6.50 | £5.50 | £20 family ticket for family members) A show oozing with insect facts, dancing and the wriggling inhabitants that live beneath our feet. Featuring worms, slugs, snails and spontaneous outbreaks of ant dancing, Grass encourages us to look closely at the world around us, get mucky and play! Suitable for children aged 4 and over Image: Mr Tiger Goes Wild
Mr Tiger Goes Wild
Goblin Theatre Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 September 11am & 1.30pm Tickets: £7.50 | £6.50 concessions | £24 family of 4 (Members: £6.50 | £5.50 | £20 family ticket for family members) Meet the tiger who came to party in this rock and roll adaptation of the bestselling picture book by Peter Brown. Featuring original live music and hilarious characters, Mr Tiger Goes Wild will have you ROARING with laughter from start to finish. Sunday 11am is a relaxed performance. Suitable for children aged 3 and over
“An unmissable musical delight… makes the kids in the packed audience scream with incredulous laughter” Timeout 10
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Image: I Believe in Unicorns
I Believe in Unicorns Wizard Presents Saturday 21 November 2pm
Tickets: £10 | £8 concessions | £32 family of 4 (Members: £9 | £7 | £28 family ticket for family members) An enchanting and interactive production, bringing Michael Morpurgo’s treasured story to life. I Believe in Unicorns is set in a library full of books that hold more than stories within their pages. It’s a tale of the power of books and the bravery of a young boy called Tomas. We challenge you not to believe in unicorns after joining Tomas’ spellbinding journey. Suitable for children aged 6 and over
Oddly
Norwich Puppet Theatre Saturday 12 December 11am & 2.15pm
Tickets: £7.50 | £6.50 concessions | £24 family of 4 (Members: £6.50 | £5.50 | £20 family ticket for family members) A fun and whimsical tale about the big questions in life, based on the book by Joyce Dunbar. Three unusual creatures – the Lostlet, the Strangelet and the Oddlet – meet a little boy who seems stranger, odder and even more lost than they are. Together the new friends find surprising ways to make their hopes, dreams and wishes come true. Suitable for children aged 3 – 8 years www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk
Plus Family Films including Moomins on the Riviera and Song of the Sea (see pages 28 - 29)
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Performances
The Picture of Doreen Gray
LipService Theatre Thursday 10 September 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
Tickets: £12 | £10 concessions (Members: £11 | £9)
THEATRE A surreal and downright silly new show from the company that brought us Inspector Norse. Doreen Gray has it all: a drive time radio show and a high ratings lifestyle programme on Even More 4. But hitting 50 Doreen finds her face no longer fits. At a school reunion she stumbles across a youthful self-portrait and makes a dark pact with the picture. Prepare to laugh out loud as we welcome back this hilarious duo. 12
Da-Da-Darling
Impermanence Dance Theatre Tuesday 29 September 8pm (bar open 7.15pm) Tickets: £12 | £10 concessions (Members: £11 | £9)
DANCE/THEATRE Discover a kaleidoscopic world as seven Rambert-trained performers delve into Max Ernst’s 1930 collage novel A Little Girl Dreams of Taking the Veil. Combining seductive dance theatre with tongue-in-cheek humour, Da-Da-Darling draws you into a world of ever-more vivid dreams. Set to new and sampled music, from John Cage to Meredith Monk, it’s a surreal dreamscape of a troubling past. Post-show chat
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Louise Jordan: No Petticoats Here
Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin
Tickets: £7 | £5 concessions (Members: £6 | £4)
Tickets: £14 | £12 concessions (Members: £13 | £11)
Wednesday 30 September 7pm (bar open 6.15pm)
Thursday 1 October 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
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A musical celebration of extraordinary women who have subverted stereotypes.
Beatbox harmonica and haunting vocals unite in a global folk blend from the BBC Folk Awards’ Best Duo 2014.
Through song, Folk singer and songwriter Louise Jordan will share stories of the remarkable achievements of women from Wiltshire and further afield.
Phillip Henry is one of the UK’s top slide guitarists and harmonica players, blending country blues and folk styles.
From an 18th Century smuggleress to a female sapper who fought during the First World War, be inspired by tales of incredible women.
Hannah Martin is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose songs weave folklore with beautiful melodies. Their combined sound is truly unique and has won them performances at Glastonbury and many major folk festivals. Kindly supported by Salisbury Arts Centre Business Members
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Theatre of the Wandering West
The Disappearance of Dorothy Lawrence
Tickets: £12 | £10 concessions (Members: £11 | £9)
Tickets: £12 | £10 concessions (Members: Buy 1 Get 1 Free)
The Cabinet of Living Cinema Friday 2 October 7.30pm (bar open 6.45pm)
Vital Xposure Wednesday 7 & Thursday 8 October 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
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Yiddish film and Russian animation meet a live score of roaring klezmer music in this extraordinary blend of film and performance.
A story of inequality and two remarkable women who dared to step out of line.
The Cabinet of Living Cinema is a meeting of artists dedicated to creating ‘performance cinema’. Encounter the strange poetry of Kafka’s diary entries brought to life through beautiful hand-drawn illustrations intercut with excerpts from the classic Yiddish film The Dybbuk.
It’s 1914 and young journalist Dorothy Lawrence sets off to join the frontline. What happens next rocks the powers that be and shakes her life apart. 100 years on, a young woman screams out a Punk Prayer in an orthodox cathedral and her censure triggers a protest that rocks the world. With integrated British Sign Language and audio-visual elements, Vital Xposure explores themes that still resonate today. Suitable for ages 14+
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Sadio Cissokho and Baka Beyond Friday 16 October 8pm (café bar open 6.45pm) Tickets: £14 | £12 concessions (Members: £13 | £11)
MUSIC A lively African gig bringing together musicians from Senegal, Cameroon, Sierra Leone, Congo and Ghana.
Falling in Love with Frida
Caroline Bowditch Saturday 10 October 3pm & 8pm (bar open 7.15pm) Tickets: £12 | £10 concessions (Members: £11 | £9)
THEATRE/DANCE An intimate and enticing performance that explores the life, loves and legacy of painter Frida Kahlo. Performer Caroline Bowditch has a ‘love-like obsession’ with the late Mexican painter. In this funny and thoughtprovoking show she exposes many littleknown facts about the infamous woman and reclaims her as a disabled artist.
Sadio Cissokho and his band blend blistering Kora and West African grooves to create cutting-edge Senegalese sounds. Inspired by the Baka Pygmies of the Cameroon rainforests, Baka Beyond is one of the finest danceable bands around with its vibrant mix of African and Celtic music. This is a standing event. Limited reserved seating available. Book a dinner and a show ticket for £24 | £22 to enjoy a pre-show African tagine. Workshop with Sadio Cissokho: Friday 16 October 6 - 7.30pm Baka Women’s Singing Workshop with Su Hart: Saturday 17 October 2 - 4pm Workshop places are £10 per person
Affinities are drawn, happy distractions are employed and a tale of ‘the great concealer’ is revealed in this sizzling blend of movement, text and Mexican-influenced music. Post-show chat Suitable for ages 16+
“An hour of remarkable beauty and joyful humanity” Herald Scotland www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk
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diary September Saturday 5 Family Fiesta family 10 Saturday 5 Ruby Birthday Party music 3 Tuesday 8 RSPB independent 31 Wednesday 9 Café LUA café 8 Wednesday 9 Sculpture for Furniture Exhibition Launch exhibitions 7 Thursday 10 The Picture of Doreen Gray theatre 12 Saturday 12 The Hundred-Foot Journey film 26 Tuesday 15 Magic Lantern film/café 8 Wednesday 16 Dr Sketchy’s Salisbury visual arts 8 Saturday 19 Mr Tiger Goes Wild family 10 & Sunday 20 Sunday 20 Mr. Turner film 26 Tuesday 22 Force Majeure film 27 Wednesday 23 Frida film 27 Thursday 24 Hijack Open Mic music 9 Friday 25 Barnstormers Comedy comedy 9 Saturday 26 Live Lunch: Sorana Santos music/café 4 Saturday 26 Altar Club: Captain Accident music 9 Tuesday 29 Da-Da-Darling dance/theatre 12 Wednesday 30 Louise Jordan: No Petticoats Here music 13
October Thursday 1 Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin music 13 Friday 2 Theatre of the Wandering West music/film 14 Saturday 3 Live Lunch: Steve Page music/café 4 Saturday 3 MET Opera: Verdi’s Il Trovatore opera 25 Sunday 4 Big Band Brunch music/café 9 Wednesday 7 The Disappearance of Dorothy Lawrence theatre 14 & Thursday 8 Saturday 10 Live Lunch: Hannah Robinson music/café 5 Saturday 10 Falling in Love with Frida theatre/dance 15 Tuesday 13 RSPB independent 31 Wednesday 14 Café LUA café 8 Thursday 15 Open Ceramics 2015 Exhibition Launch exhibitions 7 Friday 16 Sadio Cissokho and Baka Beyond music 15 Saturday 17 MET Opera: Verdi’s Otello opera 25 Tuesday 20 The Deluge dance 18 Wednesday 21 Dr Sketchy’s Salisbury visual arts 8 Wednesday 21 What’s the Matter? theatre 18 Thursday 22 Hijack Open Mic music 9 Friday 23 Celebrate Voice Jazz music 19 Sunday 25 Live Lunch: Celebrate Voice Zoe Schwarz music/café 5 & Rob Koral Sunday 25 Sean Hughes: ‘Mumbo Jumbo’ comedy 19
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October (continued) Monday 26 Chantel McGregor independent 31 Tuesday 27 Grass family 10 Friday 30 Moomins on the Riviera family film 28 Friday 30 Barnstormers Comedy comedy 9 Saturday 31 Live Lunch: Salisbury Music Awards music/café 5 Saturday 31 Altar Club: Salisbury Music Awards music 9
November Sunday 1 The Forest theatre 20 Sunday 1 Big Band Brunch music/café 9 Wednesday 4 MET Opera: Wagner’s Tannhäuser opera 25 Thursday 5 Samba film 28 Saturday 7 Live Lunch: Effra music/café 5 Saturday 7 Clouds of Sils Maria film 28 Tuesday 10 RSPB independent 31 Wednesday 11 Café LUA café 8 Wednesday 11 Taste dance 20 Thursday 12 Jenny Eclair: ‘How To Be A Middle Aged comedy 21 Woman (Without Going Insane)’ Saturday 14 The Falcon’s Malteser theatre 21 Tuesday 17 Magic Lantern film/café 8 Wednesday 18 Dr Sketchy’s Salisbury visual arts 8 Thursday 19 Worth Fighting For? Exhibition Launch exhibitions 7 Thursday 19 Practice at ICIA, University of Bath theatre/dance 22 Friday 20 Huun Huur Tu music 22 Saturday 21 I Believe in Unicorns family 11 Saturday 21 Berg’s Lulu opera 25 Tuesday 24 Girlhood film 29 Wednesday 25 Jeremy Hardy comedy 23 Thursday 26 Hijack Open Mic music 9 Friday 27 Barnstormers Comedy comedy 9 Saturday 28 Live Lunch: Pete Webber music/café 5 Saturday 28 Altar Club: Shanty music 9
December Wednesday 2 IMechE Lecture independent 31 Thursday 3 Timbuktu film 29 Friday 4 Joe Lycett: ‘That’s the Way, A-ha A-ha, Joe Lycett’ comedy 23 Saturday 5 Song of the Sea family film 29 Sunday 6 Big Band Brunch music/café 9 Sunday 6 Kila music 24 Tuesday 8 RPSB independent 31 Wednesday 9 Café LUA café 8 Saturday 12 Oddly family 11 Saturday 12 Live Lunch: Declan Millar music/café 5 Saturday 12 MET Opera: Mozart’s The Magic Flute opera 25 Wednesday 16 Dr Sketchy’s Salisbury visual arts 8 Thursday 17 Hijack Open Mic music 9 Friday 18 Tropical Party music 24 Thursday 31 Altar Club: NYE music 9
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The Deluge
Lila Dance Tuesday 20 October 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
Tickets: £12 | £10 concessions (Members: £11 | £9)
DANCE A powerful blend of fearless physicality, new writing and evocative music tells the story of four lives thrown together by the forces of nature. First there was a loud crack in the city and then a shudder out to sea. As the shoreline retreated and dusty sirens started to wail, city residents knew they must head for higher ground. Entering into the safe-house to walk amongst its residents, you’ll be mesmerised by four breathtaking performers and a supporting community cast in this atmospheric dance experience. Post-show chat Kindly supported by
What’s the Matter? The Last Baguette Wednesday 21 October 7.30pm (bar open 7pm)
Tickets: £10 | £8 concessions (Members: £9 | £7)
THEATRE A sci-fi adventure through the wonderful world of quantum physics featuring physical comedy, dancing particles, and scientific slapstick. An unexplained cat theft from a physics laboratory leads scientist Smithy on a journey into the subatomic world. The situation becomes charged and it’s impossible to stay neutral. Can he find the cat and win over his colleague Sarah in the process? Be prepared for a very silly show about a very intelligent subject. Suitable for adults and ages 8+ Post-show chat 18
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Celebrate Voice Jazz Friday 23 October 7.30pm (bar open 6.45pm) Tickets: £20 | £18 concessions (Members: £19 | £17)
MUSIC The opening night of the Celebrate Voice festival 2015, featuring Liane Carroll as the festival’s jazz vocalist for 2015 with bassist Roger Carey. A classically trained pianist from a young age, Liane Carroll developed a deep passion for everything jazz and soul and is now one of the most brilliant singerpianists on the British Jazz scene. For further information on Celebrate Voice festival events see www.celebratevoice.co.uk
Sean Hughes: ‘Mumbo Jumbo’ Sunday 25 October 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
Tickets: £15 | £13 concessions (Members: £14 | £12)
COMEDY An entertaining evening with comedian Sean Hughes, exploring ageing and an ongoing battle to stay on the right side of sanity. In middle age Sean Hughes has realised that the two sides of his brain are in constant conflict. It is common sense vs mumbo jumbo and mumbo jumbo seems to have the upper hand. From stories of trekking mountain gorillas in Rwanda to a 3-minute musical about ageing, there’ll be plenty to laugh about with this multi-award-winning comic. Recommended age 16+ www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk
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The Forest
Taste
Tickets: £10
Tickets: £12 | £10 concessions (Members: £11 | £9)
Frozen Light Sunday 1 November 11am & 2.30pm THEATRE A multi-sensory adventure through a mystical forest for teenagers and adults with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities. Trapped in lives filled with daydreams, Thea and Robin both crave an escape from their everyday routines. Drawn into a dark and mysterious forest, they find themselves on an unexpected journey of self-discovery that will change their lives forever. Discover new sights, sounds, smells and sensations in this extraordinary new production by Frozen Light. Limited capacity. Please book early to avoid disappointment. 20
Cscape Dance Company Wednesday 11 November 8pm (bar open 7.15pm) DANCE
A tasty morsel of a show for all those with a sweet tooth for dance, theatre and comedy. Inspired by the tapestries of Grayson Perry, Taste is a delicious romp through British social groups and the taste and choices that run deep in our veins. Blending dance from choreographers Sally Knight (CScape, Kneehigh) and Neil Paris (Fabulous Beast) with writing from Murray Lachlan Young (BBC Radio 2 & 4), Taste is as refreshing as your perfect cup of tea. Post show chat Kindly supported by
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The Falcon’s Malteser
New Old Friends Saturday 14 November 2pm & 7pm (bar open 6.15pm)
Tickets: £10 | £8 concessions | £32 family of 4 (Members: £9 | £7 | £28 family ticket for family members)
THEATRE Based on the book by Anthony Horowitz, a hilarious comedy following the adventures of an inept private detective and his sharp-witted brother.
Jenny Eclair: ‘How To Be A Middle Aged Woman (Without Going Insane)’ Thursday 12 November 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
The plot sees the Diamond Brothers’ detective agency on a thrilling case to discover just what is so important about those titular Maltesers. Featuring slapstick and comedy songs, you’ll be endlessly entertained by a cast of four playing twenty brilliant characters. Suitable for adults and children aged 8 and over
Tickets: £17.50 | £15.50 concessions (Members: £16.50 | £14.50)
COMEDY An evening of comedy from professional Grumpy Old Woman Jenny Eclair. Splash survivor, amateur soap maker and novice knitter Jenny Eclair is younger than Madonna but eats crisps and likes wine. Semi-bearded and suffering from outbreaks of gout and hysteria, Eclair puts middle age under the microscope and decides whether to laugh, cry or buy a dachshund! You are welcome to join her; just button up your cardi and wipe that lipstick off your teeth. Recommended age 16+ www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk
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Practice at ICIA, University of Bath
Huun Huur Tu
Friday 20 November 8pm (café bar open 6.45pm)
Thursday 19 November 7pm
Tickets: £14 | £12 concessions (Members: £13 | £11) This event is co-promoted with Wiltshire Music Centre who will present Huun Huur Tu on Sunday 22 November
Tickets & free drink: £7 | £5 concessions
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Our performance scratch night is out on the road. Join us at the ICIA in Bath for an evening of dance and theatre extracts of works in progress. Enter with an open mind, discover up to four fantastic companies testing out new works in development and contribute your thoughts to what you’ve seen.
An evening of ritual laryngeal chants with a modern twist from the world-famous Huun Huur Tu. The ensemble has toured throughout the world, appearing on stage as many as two hundred times a year. They’ve had No. 1 hits in Greece and Europe and produced a television film for ARTE-TV.
Your ticket includes a free drink and a post-show discussion with the artists.
Huun Huur Tu will transport you to distant lands with the profoundly mysterious sounds of the Central Asian land of Tuva.
To book, call the ICIA Box Office on 01225 386777 To apply, please explore the Opportunities section at www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk
Book a dinner and a show ticket for £24 | £22 concessions to enjoy a pre-show lamb stew
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Jeremy Hardy
Wednesday 25 November 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
Tickets: £14| £12 concessions | £5 unemployed (Members: £13 | £11)
COMEDY A live show from the star of Radio 4’s Jeremy Hardy Speaks to the Nation. Jeremy Hardy begins his 4th decade as a stand-up this year. That’s a more dramatic way of saying he started 31 years ago and, without a lottery win, probably has at least another 31 years to go. He is also well known for his appearances on The News Quiz and I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue. Recommended age 15+
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Joe Lycett: ‘That’s the Way, A-ha A-ha, Joe Lycett’ Friday 4 December 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
Tickets: £12 | £10 concessions (Members: £11 | £9)
COMEDY An all new stand-up show from selfproclaimed ‘absolute lad’ Joe Lycett. Joe’s new live show follows appearances on Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and a wine tour of the French Riviera. There’s a good chance you’ll Lycett.
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Kila
Tropical Party
Tickets: £14 | £12 concessions (Members: £13 | £11)
Tickets: £10 | £8 concessions (Members: £9 | £7)
Sunday 6 December 8pm (bar open 7.15pm)
Friday 18 December 8pm (café bar open 6.45pm)
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Exuberant and eclectic music from a globetrotting Irish folk group who’ve taken the world by storm.
Red hot Cuban rhythms meet sunny surf guitar in a sizzling party night starring Son Yambu, the Bikini Beach Band and DJ Ethix.
Fresh from the release of their new album Suas Sios, Kila performs music alive with passion and incisive musical intelligence.
Dance the night away to authentic Cuban Son straight from Santiago de Cuba and frolic in the sunshine sounds of Hawaiian surf guitar. Followed by reggae and vintage soul from DJ Ethix, it’s the perfect festive treat. Book a Dinner and a Show ticket for £20 | £18 concessions to spice up your evening with pre-show Mexican tacos.
See in the New Year in style with our Altar Club NYE Party. With live music, DJ sets until 2am and a pop-up bar, it’s going to be a Happy New Year! Tickets are £12 in advance or £20 on the door. Visit salisburyartscentre.co.uk for all the latest announcements. 24
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Tickets: £17 | £15 concessions (Members: £16 | £14) Doors open 45 minutes prior to the performance
Verdi’s Il Trovatore
Saturday 3 October 5.55pm
Verdi’s Otello
Saturday 17 October 5.55pm
Wagner’s Tannhäuser (Encore Screening)
Wednesday 4 November 4pm
Berg’s Lulu
Saturday 21 November 5.30pm
Mozart’s The Magic Flute (Encore Screening) Saturday 12 December 7pm
Bizet’s Les Pecheurs de Perles Saturday 16 January 5.55pm
Puccini’s Turandot
Saturday 30 January 5.55pm
Puccini’s Manon Lescaut Saturday 5 March 5.55pm
Puccini’s Madame Butterfly Saturday 2 April 5.55pm
Donizetti’s Roberto Devereux Saturday 16 April 5.55pm
Strauss’ Elektra
Saturday 30 April 5.55pm
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Film
Films
The Hundred-Foot Journey (PG) Saturday 12 September 7.30pm (bar open 6.45pm) Tickets: £8 (Members: £7)
Directed by Lasse Hallström | 122 mins Starring Helen Mirren, Om Puri, Manish Dayal A movie bursting with flavour from the director of Chocolat. Trouble brews when an Indian family launches a new eatery opposite a Michelin starred restaurant in a small French town. Underhand tactics, beautiful cuisine and romance: The Hundred-Foot Journey has all the ingredients of a mouthwatering comedy. This film is part of Salisbury Food & Drink Festival 11 – 13 September 2015
Mr. Turner (12A)
Q&A with Director Mike Leigh Sunday 20 September 5pm (café bar open 4pm) Tickets: £10 | £8 concessions (Members: £9 | £7)
Directed by Mike Leigh | 150 mins Starring Timothy Spall, Paul Jesson, Dorothy Atkinson A stunning biopic of J.M.W. Turner followed by a Q&A with Director Mike Leigh, chaired by Adrian Green (The Salisbury Museum). The eccentric British painter lived his last 25 years with gusto. See his story of loves, flaws and extraordinary talent brought to life in this film by BAFTA award-winning Director Mike Leigh. Presented in partnership with The Salisbury Museum
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Image: Force Majeure
Force Majeure (15)
Frida (15)
Tickets: £8 (Members: £7)
Tickets: £8 (Members: £7)
Tuesday 22 September 7.30pm (bar open 6.45pm)
Directed by Ruben Ostlund | 120 mins Swedish, French and Norwegian with subtitles | Starring Johannes Bah Kuhnke, Lisa Loven Kongsli, Clara Wettergen, Vincent Wettergen An acutely observed relationship drama set in the French Alps. While holidaying in France, a Swedish family find themselves staring down an avalanche over lunch. The event provides the catalyst for a razor sharp dissection of marriage and patriarchy in this blackly comic drama.
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Wednesday 23 September 7.30pm (café bar open 6.15pm) Directed by Julie Taymor | 123 mins Starring Salma Hayek, Alfred Molina, Geoffrey Rush The true story of Frida Kahlo’s bold and uncompromising life as a political, artistic and sexual revolutionary. The film chronicles the life Frida Kahlo shared with Diego Riviera. Discover their tempestuous love affair, landmark journeys and the outrageous personalities that made them legendary. Book a dinner and a show ticket for £18 to enjoy a pre-screening Mexican supper. 27
Moomins on the Riviera (U) Friday 30 October 11am
Tickets: £5 (Members: £4) Directed by Xavier Picard & Hannah Hemila | 80 mins | Starring Russell Tovey, Nathaniel Parker, Tracy Ann Oberman A hand-drawn animation celebrating Tove Jansson’s original comic strips. The Moomins, Snorkmaiden and Little My set sail for the Riviera in search of adventure. After a journey fraught with menacing storms and desert island dangers, they find themselves amidst playboys and aristocrats. Join us during the day for a free Every Drawing Tells a Story Drop-in Workshop as part of The Big Draw
Samba (15)
Thursday 5 November 7.30pm (bar open 6.45pm) Tickets: £8 (Members: £7)
Directed by Olivier Nakache & Eric Toledano | 118 mins | French with subtitles Starring Omar Sy, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Tahar Rahim A warm and engaging romantic comedy from the directors of Untouchable. Samba, a Senegalese kitchen worker, is under threat of deportation from his French home. Alice is a burnt-out executive volunteering in a legal centre. Both struggle to get out of their dead-end lives until fate brings them together in this charming and topical story.
Clouds of Sils Maria (15)
Saturday 7 November 7.30pm (bar open 6.45pm) Tickets: £8 (Members: £7)
Directed by Olivier Assayas | 124 mins French with subtitles | Starring Juliette Binoche, Kristen Stewart, Chloë Grace Moretz A multi-layered study of age and ambition set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Swiss Alps. A veteran actress is confronted with an uncomfortable reflection of herself when she takes part in a revival of the play that launched her career.
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Girlhood (15)
Tuesday 24 November 7.30pm (bar open 6.45pm) Tickets: £8 (Members: £7)
Directed by Celine Sciamma | 113 mins French with subtitles | Starring Karidja Toure, Assa Sylla, Lindsay Karamoh An explosive and emotional story of female empowerment in the tough neighbourhoods of Paris. Mariame is a shy 16-year-old with grades too poor to continue at high school. Lured out of her shell by three vivacious teens, Mariame joins a neighbourhood gang and adapts to their bolder and often reckless behaviour.
Timbuktu (12A)
Thursday 3 December 7.30pm (bar open 6.45pm) Tickets: £8 (Members: £7)
Directed by Abderrahmane Sissako 97 mins | Arabic, Bambara and French with subtitles | Starring Ibrahim Ahmed, Abel Jafri, Toulou Kiki An insightful and visually stunning drama about a family and a city trampled by violence and control. A cattle herder and his family who reside in the dunes of Timbuktu find their quiet lives – which are typically free of the Jihadists determined to control their faith – abruptly disturbed. Presented in partnership with Amnesty International
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Song of the Sea (PG) Saturday 5 December 11am
Tickets: £5 (Members: £4) Directed by Tom Moore | 93 mins Starring David Rawle, Brendan Gleeson, Lisa Hannigan A breathtaking hand-drawn masterpiece based on the Irish Legend of the Selkies. Song of the Sea follows the epic journey of the last seal-child, Saoirse, and her brother Ben. Pursued by ancient and mythical creatures, they race against time to awaken Saoirse’s powers and keep the spirit world from disappearing forever. 29
Workshop Courses Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Workshop
Thursday
Friday
Pottery with Mirka 9.30 - 12.30pm
Saturday Pottery with Mirka 9 - 10.45am
Pre-school Pottery 11 - 11.45am
Smarties 10.15 - 11am Pottery with Mirka 11.15am - 1pm
Songwriters 4.30 - 6pm Jigsaw Youth Dance Company 5.30 - 7pm
Street Spirit Dance 4.50 - 5.35pm
Writing Fiction with Antonie Zweers 7 - 9pm
Pottery with Mirka 6.30 - 9pm
Feltmaking 7 - 9pm
Learn to Sew with Ruth Oliver 4.30 - 6pm
Youth Pottery with Mirka 4 - 6pm
Young Filmmakers 4.30 - 6pm
Filmmakers Anonymous 4.30 - 6pm Seesaw Youth Dance Company 5.15 - 6.45pm
Pottery with Jennie 6.30 - 9.30pm
Life Sculpture 6.45 - 9.15pm
Writing for Stage 7 - 9pm
Pottery with Mirka 7 - 9pm
Contemporary Dance 7.10 - 8.10pm
Adult's Creative Writing
Adult's Dance
Children's Arts & Crafts
Adult's Arts & Crafts
Youth Companies
Children's Dance
New five week courses with Ruth Oliver from The Make Arcade! Learn to Sew for children aged 11 and over Wednesdays 23 September - 21 October • 4.30 - 6pm Learn to Sew for children aged 7 - 11 years Wednesdays 4 November - 2 December • 4.30 - 6pm Pick up a workshops brochure for further information on workshop courses, one-off workshops and short courses or explore www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk 30
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Independent RSPB
Tuesdays 7.30pm (café bar open 7pm) £5 RSPB Group Members £6 Non-group Members Under 16s FREE (on the door only)
Barn Owl Conservation by David Ramsden Tuesday 8 September The Return of Red Kites and Peregrines by Keith Betton Tuesday 13 October Birds of the New Forest Woodlands by Marcus Ward Tuesday 10 November Kingfishers, Rollers and Bee-eaters by Sue Walker Tuesday 8 December E: goddard543@hotmail.com
Chantel McGregor
Monday 26 October | 7.30pm (bar open 7pm)
£15.50 in advance | £18 on the door Emerging from the UK’s vibrant Blues-Rock scene, Chantel has won “Guitarist of the Year” twice in a row and shared a stage with everyone from Joe Bonamassa to Jeff Beck and Keith Richards.
IMechE Lecture
Wednesday 2 December Talk: 7 - 8.30pm (doors open 6pm) Reception: 8.30 - 10pm
£10 The Institution of Mechanical Engineers Arnold Banks Memorial Lecture. www.imeche.org
Ukulele Classes
Mondays from 7 September
2 - 3 Beginners | 3 - 4pm Intermediates £6 per hour (instruments provided) T: Robin on 07824 552414 E: robinhdwalter@gmail.com www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk
Iyengar Yoga with Jackie Matthews Mondays from 7 September 10.30am - 12noon Tuesdays from 8 September 10 - 11.30am £8 per session T: Jackie 01722 336577 E: Jackie@jackiematthews.uk.com www.jackieyoga.co.uk
Iyengar Yoga with Susan Stephenson Tuesday from 8 September 7 - 8.30pm Wednesdays from 9 September 7 - 8.30pm £8.50 per session T: Susan on 01722 413633 E: susansteph@gmail.com www.susanstephensonyoga.co.uk
Rhythm and Roots Choir
Tuesday from 8 September 7 - 8.30pm
£9 per session or £8 if paid 4 weeks in advance T: Mae on 07905 187024 E: info@heartvox.com
Salsa & La Rueda with Keen Dance
Saturday 19 September 10.30am - 12.30pm £10 in advance | £10.95 on the door T: Melanie on 01264 980556 E: info@keendance.co.uk
Rewind Dance
Thursdays from 24 September 7 - 8.30pm
Free but please book a place This free dance class gives young people aged 12 to 19 the opportunity to explore Wiltshire during the First World War and look at dance, entertainment and fashion from the era. E: Emily.Malcolm@wiltshire.gov.uk to book
Venice - La Serenissima: Its Creation and Decoration
Tuesdays from 6 October - 3 November 10.30am - 1pm
£85 A five-week art history course including study of the work of the 15th Century Bellini workshop and Carpaccio, followed by the innovations of the short life of Giorgione. Please book directly by 1 September: T: Hendrika on 07881 820112 E: hendrika-foster@hotmail.co.uk 31
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