Stamford Arts Centre Spring 2018 by Jo Dobbs

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I would like to thank not only our team, ably led by Graham Burley, but also the many supporters that help create such a unique community atmosphere at this fantastic venue.

These are the things that attract visitors and make our district such a great place in which to live, work and invest. From cutting edge contemporary drama in Angel Exit’s The Drive to New Perspective’s exploration of dementia Finding Nana we continue to provide high quality theatre experiences. Together with a tempting array of treats including top quality dance from ACE Dance and also a plethora of music gigs and workshops.

Don’t miss this season’s Verse Poetry and Spoken Word Festival in Stamford and the stunning Gravity Fields festival in Grantham from 26 - 30 September 2018. In the meantime, thank you very much for your patronage and we look forward to seeing you and your family and friends very soon.

Hello and welcome to our beautiful Arts Centre in the heart of Stamford; a jewel in our district. South Kesteven District Council has had the privilege of running Stamford Arts Centre since the early nineties and is proud of its rich heritage dating back to the 1700s.

We were delighted to host our biggest-ever Georgian Festival recently and the festival will be back in 2019.

I often hear it said that visitors to Stamford Arts Centre want to know more about our sister facility in Grantham - or The Meres - and vice versa. If this is the case, check out page 25 to see if we can tempt you! As the Leader of the Council and resident of Stamford, I am passionate about making the most of our arts, our culture and our heritage.

and Met Opera. Why not also pick up our cinema brochure to find out more?

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More than a million visitors come to our vibrant centres here in Stamford and Grantham, with many more expected as our district continues to grow.

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JANUARY COMPETITIONS

Held annually since 2012, Stamford Arts Centre’s 2018 Poet Laureate Competition finds one of the best local poets to hold the honorary title of Poet Laureate for one year. The winner will work with us and the community to help make poetry part of Stamford life. Deadline Sat 31 Mar.

NEW YEAR TRAD DANCE A LA FRANCE

The New Year traditional dance returns with our regular French musicians. Expire, Moussaka and Big Jeans will teach and play a range of traditional French dances. Beginners helped all the way! For more info contact adam@susted.org.uk Workshop: 7.30pm Bal: 8.30pm-11.30pm

Aged under 18? We want as many young people as possible to enter our Stamford Junior Poetry Competition. Write your poem on the theme What Makes Me Happy and submit it by Fri 2 Mar. Visit our website or email Karen Burrows karen.b@stamfordartscentre.com for more info.

POETRY STANZA GROUP

Every second Monday of the month 6.30PM8.30pm in the Burley Room (upstairs). Join the discussion for free and share poetry, thoughts and even the odd glass of wine. FRI 5 JAN FROM 7.30PM

£9 (£7) BALLROOM

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BI-MONTHLY POETRY SWAPS

Local poets exchange poetry from others in the surrounding area. WED 17 JAN & 14 MAR 8PM / CELLAR BAR / FREE ENTRY

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BONJOUR TRISTESSE

BY FRANCOIS SAGAN Dr Jane Mackay’s talk this month will be Bonjour Tristesse by Francoise Sagan. Francoise Sagan’s first novel was published when the author was only 18 and it became a huge international best-seller. The novel explores the tragic consequences of a hedonistic and selfindulgent lifestyle, both on those who indulge it and on their victims. Stay for the beautiful film (separately ticketed) ‘Bonjour Tristesse’ (PG) starring Deborah Kerr, David Niven & Jean Seberg (1958 1hr 30mins) 2.30pm TUE 9 JAN

REMEMBRANCE OF THE BROTHERS TIME PAST: PART ONE KARAMAZOV BY FYODOR DOSTOYEVSKY SWANN’S WAY This is Dostoyevsky’s last novel and carries BY MARCEL PROUST the weight of a lifetime of struggle and To tie in with our earlier choice, we look at the work of the writer whom Sagan most admired. This ‘novel’ is essential reading for anyone who hopes to understand French literature. Proust is a huge leap in terms of density of thought. Come and keep me company on a fabulous mental journey. No film TUE 6 FEB

effort in his art. Come and enjoy his story of a ‘certain little family’: a murdered father and his three sons in a story that embodies the disintegration of the whole of Russian society. But it is also hugely inventive, visionary and vital! No film TUE 6 MAR

NEVER LET ME GO

THE CRUCIBLE

With 2009 film at 2.30pm starring Andrew Garfield, Keira Knightly and Carey Mulligan. TUE 3 APR

With 1996 film at 2.30pm starring Daniel Day Lewis and Winona Ryder, directed by Nicholas Hytner. TUE 1 MAY

BY KAZUO ISHIGURO This year’s award of the Nobel Prize to Ishiguro requires our attention. Better known for an earlier novel ‘The Remains of the Day’, it feels time to look at his work to date and to concentrate on this later dystopian novel in the tradition of Huxley’s ‘Brave New World’. This is a timely horror story about genetics by the gentlest of writers. Come and explore why the Nobel choice is so well justified.

BY ARTHUR MILLER Miller’s best known play is, ostensibly, about the witch hunts in Salem and the play in which he explores most thoroughly the nature of courage in the face of terrible fear. Miller’s directly linking the prosecution of the innocent...2 centuries before...with the hysteria of the contemporary McCarthy trials made for powerful reactions across America. This is his play about the dignity of the private man and his need for honour at all costs.

Jan - May TALKS 12.30PM £6.50 (£6) | FILM SCREENINGS 2.30PM £5.50 (£5 ARTSCENE) THEATRE TALK

JANUARY A PINT OF COMEDY

Join us for our regular comedy nights live in the Cellar Bar with some of the UK’s best headline acts and our regular compere, Alan Seaman.

History Talks WITH DON CHISWELL

MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS

WED 10 JAN 7.30PM Martyr or fool? Queen of both Scotland and France, married three times, mother to the future king of Great Britain James I&VI, deposed by her own subjects and imprisoned and later executed by her cousin Elizabeth I of England; Mary’s life was beset by tragedy. However, perhaps by the manner of her death she fulfilled her own motto, ‘In my end is my beginning.’

KING ARTHUR

WED 21 FEB 7.30PM He’s our greatest folk hero-but did he even really exist? Looking beyond the myth for the real, historical Arthur; the Dark Age warrior whose horsemen stopped the advance of Saxon invaders for more than a generation. £5 (£4) BLUE ROOM

THE KNIGHTS TEMPLAR

WED 14 MAR 7.30PM Forget the Da Vinci Code. What were the origins of this order of warrior monks? How did they come to be the first uniformed standing army in the western world and pioneers of international banking? Why were they destroyed by the King of France?

THE RAILWAY MANIAS

WED 18 APR 7.30PM During the 1830’s and 1840’s Britain was gripped by two ‘Railway Manias’ driven by a mixture of vision and greed which saw fortunes made and lost. ‘The press supported the mania: the government sanctioned it: the people paid for it. Railways were at once a fashion, and frenzy. England was mapped out for the iron roads’ (A writer of 1851). UR TALK

Full details of live acts available from our website! Tickets include £1 discount voucher to use towards your first drink in the Cellar Bar. FRI 12 JAN 8PM

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CLASSICAL SEASON Beethoven Sexten in E flat major, Op. 71 Mozart Serenade in C minor, K. 388 (arr. Percival) Weber Adagio and Rondo for Harmonie, J.Anh. 31 Mozart Symphony No. 39 in E flat major, K. 543 (arr. Percival) In order to give a true impression of what a harmonie concert would have sounded like, this programme includes pieces by Beethoven and Weber written specifically for harmonie and two pieces of Mozart, including the Symphony No. 39, arranged for a wind band.

WALKERS’ BOOKSHOP, STAMFORD

SAT 13 JAN 7.30PM

SAT 13 JAN, 17 FEB, 17 MAR, 14 APR 10.30AM - 2PM (UPSTAIRS)

£18 (£17) £10 UNDER 26S

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RGS (WITH IBG) PRESENTS

LEON MCCARRON

THE LAND BEYOND: A THOUSAND MILES ON FOOT THROUGH THE HEART OF THE MIDDLE EAST Following ancient trading routes and modern-day hiking paths, Leon travelled on foot from Jerusalem to Mount Sinai. Join him as he guides you through this inspirational journey.

Chris first rose to prominence as the front man of John Squire’s post-Stone Roses band The Seahorses which saw him touring extensively and sharing the stage with The Rolling Stones, U2 and Oasis in numerous support slots.

LOUISE WHITE PRESENTS

DEAD SEA

As a child, Louise wanted to be the world’s greatest ocean explorer and liked nothing more than to play with her toy turtle and inflatable killer whale! With a mission to the deep ocean at stake, will she conquer her fear of the sea? Exploring themes of ecological and oceanic conservation, Louise will take you on a journey of discovery that’s fun and thought-provoking, emotional and insightful. A up and coming theatrical talent that you’ll want to experience again!

Made in partnership with the Wildlife Trust

Now solo - he is still rightfully remembered for Britpop classics Love Is The Law and Blinded By The Sun - songs that evoked everything the 90s stood for, the excitement, the culture and the bands that provided a voice in a period of political and social imbalance. Don’t miss Chris live in the Cellar Bar! Remember to use your £1 Off First Drink

AGES 7+ WED 17 JAN 7.30PM

£12 (£10) £9 RGS MEMBERS (AND A GUEST) THEATRE

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SAT 20 JAN 2PM (GUILDHALL ARTS CENTRE TUE 3 FEB 2PM)

£6 (£5) £20 FAMILY OF FOUR THEATRE DRAMA

FRI 26 JAN 7.30PM

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PUCCINI Puccini’s thrilling story of love, terror, the abuse of power, and the unquenchable longing for freedom. When an escaped political prisoner takes refuge in a church, an opera singer and a painter are drawn into a twisting plot that puts them at the mercy of the secret police and its network of torturers and spies. Sonya Yoncheva stars as the titular prima donna, alongside Vittorio Grigolo as her artist lover and Bryn Terfel as the villainous police chief—one of his signature roles. Andris Nelsons conducts.

CLASSICAL FAVOURITES

STAMFORD CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Brighten a winter evening with a selection of wonderful music everyone will know including Albinoni’s famous Adagio for Strings, arguably Bach’s best Brandenburg Concerto - No 5, and Corelli’s thrilling Christmas Concerto, followed by a great work from the ever-popular Rutter – his Suite for Strings, all rounded off with the excitement of Mozart/Haydn’s Toy Symphony.

PINT OF POETRY

Join us on the last Wednesday of each month for our live stand-up poetry evening in the Cellar Bar. Come along with a poem you’d like to perform and enjoy reading aloud to an appreciative crowd. Or, if you prefer, simply enjoy the poetry of others over a nice cold drink. Join us every last Wednesday of the month. Want a bit more poetry? Come along to the Stamford Poetry Stanza group on Mon 12 Feb, 6.30PM in the Burley Room (upstairs).

RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 18 MINS APPROX SAT 27 JAN 5.55PM LIVE

£12.50 (£10.50) £5 UNDER 18s

£20 (£18) THEATRE

SAT 27 JAN 7.30PM

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BALLROOM CLASSICAL

KATHRYN STOTT

CLASSICAL SEASON Bach Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (arr. Myra Hess) Grieg Lyric Pieces, Op. 52 Chopin Mazurka in B flat major, Op. 7, No. 1 Wagner (transc. Liszt) Isolde’s Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde Ginastera DanzasArgentinas, Op. 2 Bach (transc. Kempff) Siciliano from the Flute Sonata No. 2, BWV 1031 Strauss Ramble on Love from Der Rosenkavalier (arr. Percy Grainger) Various Londonderry Air, My Favourite Things, Embraceable You (arr. Stephen Hough and Earl Wild) Ravel (transc. Ravel) La Valse, M. 72

WED 31 JAN 8PM

SAT 3 FEB 7.30PM

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FEBRUARY

EXHIBITIONS ON SCREEN

CEZANNE – PORTRAITS OF A LIFE

We are thrilled to present one of the most talked-about exhibitions of the year. One can’t appreciate 20th century art without understanding the significance and genius of Paul Cézanne. Featuring interviews with curators and experts from the NPG, MoMA and National Gallery of Art, Washington as well as the Musée d’Orsay Paris.

£14 (£12) £10 STUDENTS & GROUPS

Now Graham, minus purple leather jacket and fawn slacks (but fully clothed!) steps out from behind the keyboard to plug in his guitar and sing his own songs: revelatory, humorous and quirky still, sometimes sad. Graham will naturally talk about Shuttleworth as well as his other comic characters, plus his pivotal acting role on Coronation Street, and becoming a teenage pop star as Jilted John.

Seven consecutive Strawbs albums made it into America’s Billboard Top 200-if we need any more confirmation of how durable and exciting good music can be then Dave Cousins, Dave Lambert and Chas Cronk fronting today’s Strawbs is surely it. Definitely not a band to miss!

Hear the tale of the night: how jazz legend, George Melly, broke into Graham’s bedsit; and of the time he bought a packet of bread sauce with a famous Hollywood actor, poignantly recalled in the ballad, Mark Rylance Was My Lodger.

‘The band plays beautifully’ Spill Magazine

With a success-packed timeline going all the way back to 1967, the Strawbs are as exhilarating today as they ever were.

‘One of the founding bands of the British folk-rock movement’ What’s On Stage

‘The finest lyrics known to man’ The Independent

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THE ACOUSTIC STRAWBS

COMPLETELY OUT OF CHARACTER Graham Fellows has performed as the comic character, John Shuttleworth for over 25 years on stage, TV and Radio, delighting audiences throughout the UK with his songs and quirky take on everyday life.

From the National Portrait Gallery London, Musée d’Orsay Paris & National Gallery of Art Washington DC. Directed by Phil Grabsky

SUN 4 FEB 2PM

GRAHAM FELLOWS

SATELLITE SCREENING

FRI 9 FEB 7.30PM

£12.50 THEATRE COMEDY

FRI 9 FEB 8PM

£18 (£16) BALLROOM

FOLK ROCK

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FEBRUARY

L’ELISIR D’AMORE

DONIZETTI The poor country boy Nemorino is in love with Adina, a confident landowner, but she is way out of his league—financially and otherwise. But when he buys a ‘love potion’ from a travelling quack, the results are rather more than he bargained for. Donizetti’s beloved masterpiece combines deft comic timing with touching emotional depth. The production stars Matthew Polenzani, who enthralled Met audiences as Nemorino in 2013 with his moving ‘Una furtiva lagrima.’ Rising South African soprano Pretty Yende is the spirited Adina, Davide Luciano makes his Met debut as the arrogant soldier Belcore, and Ildebrando D’Arcangelo is the potion-peddling Doctor Dulcamara. Domingo Hindoyan conducts. RUNNING TIME: 2 HOURS 59 MINS APPROX SAT 10 FEB 5PM LIVE

£20 (£18) THEATRE

TWELFTH NIGHT

The People’s Theatre Company Presents

Don’t Dribble On The Dragon

’I am all the daughters of my father’s house, And all the brothers too.’

By Steven Lee Directed by Nick Lane ‘My brother has a dragon and he keeps it secretly Within a box beneath his socks. He’s hiding it from me…’ Tom is a toddler with a cool older brother, a secret dragon… and a dribbling problem that just won’t stop! When Tom’s endless drooling threatens to tear the brothers’ friendship apart can their dragon’s amazing magic help them put it back together again or will it only end up making things worse? Based on the fabulous new book by Steven Lee and with magic designed by the legendary Paul Daniels, this spectacular musical adventure about growing up and the importance of family is the perfect feel good show for big hearted adults and loving little ones alike. As an extra treat, Steven will be available to sign copies of Don’t Dribble On The Dragon which you can bring with you or buy in the theatre after the show. AGES 2+ RUNNING TIME: 1 HOUR APPROX (NO INTERVAL) TUE 13 FEB 2.30PM THEATRE

Kara Tointon and Adrian Edmondson star in Twelfth Night a tale of unrequited love – hilarious and heartbreaking. Two twins are separated in a shipwreck, and forced to fend for themselves in a strange land. The first twin, Viola, falls in love with Orsino, who dotes on OIivia, who falls for Viola but is idolised by Malvolio. Enter Sebastian, who is the spitting image of his twin sister...

RUNNING TIME: 2 HOURS 40 MINS APPROX

£8 (£7) £28 FAMILY OF FOUR SATELLITE SCREENING

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£14 (£12) £10 UNDER 26s & GROUPS FAMILY THEATRE

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FEBRUARY HAMILTON WORKSHOP, MON 12 FEB 9.30AM-4PM, FOR AGES 9-16, £23.50 PER CHILD A workshop looking at the themes and songs in the new musical Hamilton. (Original tracks some strong language- lyrics changed for students to perform)

A PINT OF COMEDY

Join us for our regular comedy nights live in the Cellar Bar with some of the UK’s best headline acts and our regular compere, Alan Seaman.

SCHOOL OF ROCK WORKSHOP, TUE 13 FEB 9.30AM-4PM, FOR AGES 6-13, £23.50 PER CHILD Come and take part in a full day working towards a medley from the hit musical School of Rock. Learn songs, acting scenes and character development - putting this all together for a mini showcase to parents at 4pm. STREET DANCE MUSIC VIDEO WORKSHOP, WED 14 FEB 9.30AM-4PM, FOR AGES 8 PLUS, £18 PER CHILD A day of dancing which will be filmed in and around the Arts Centre! Start the day learning routines as well as choreographing your own routines. After lunch the group will go out around the building filming elements of the dance in different locations. The footage will then be edited and made into a music video for YouTube. HARRY POTTER ART, ACTING & MOVEMENT WORKSHOP, THU 15 FEB 9.30AM-4PM, FOR AGES 5-13 £20 PER CHILD A day of excitement themed around the Harry Potter books and films. Make your own golden snitch, act out scenes from the stories and create your own spells in this wonderful wizard workshop.

FAMILY OPEN DAY ‘AT THE MUSICALS’

FRI 16 11AM-4FPEB FREE ENT M, RY!

Full details of live acts available from our website! Tickets include £1 discount voucher to use towards your first drink in the Cellar Bar.

Join us for another amazingly fun Family Open Day, this year themed around the magic and music of musicals. There’ll be lots of activities for all the family to enjoy, including the favourite Chalk Drawing Wall, costumed characters, musical instruments and much more! Plus, this year, 6-13 year olds can take part in a 45 minute workshop in the theatre on the big stage at 11AM, 12PM, 1PM and 2PM. Limited spaces available for £1 per child, so booking in advance is highly advised! Parents and carers can watch in the theatre seats or have a cup of tea in the café. THEMED WORKSHOPS 11AM LION KING | 12PM MATILDA | 1PM ANNIE | 2PM FROZEN | 3PM MOANA

PHILIPPA MASSEY TALKS

STAMFORD HIGH LIFE TUE 20 FEB 7.30PM The pursuits and pleasures of the Well-to-do. Philippa looks at how the nobs of Stamford amused themselves, the sports and pastimes they indulged in, and the money they spent. STAMFORD LOW LIFE THU 19 APR 7.30PM The pursuits and pleasures of the Less-well-off. How did the working classes spend their leisure time and enjoy themselves? Philippa looks at the amusements of the lower orders of society.

FRI 16 FEB 8PM

£6 CELLAR BAR

£5 (£4.50) COMEDY

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THE DRIVE

Two women. A fractured friendship. A car full of boxes and a message from a dead friend. The Drive recounts an unexpected Nordic road trip which sees two estranged friends thrown together on a tense journey from London to Oslo. The further Becky and Nat get from home the closer they come to confronting the demons of their shared past. Spliced through with humour, slick physicality, an original contemporary soundtrack and video projection, The Drive is a show about friendship, grief, the fragility of memory, turning 40 and coming of age in the 1990s.

‘Angel Exit weave stories with more than a little theatrical magic. There is so much vivid theatricality and inventiveness at work here.’ Lyn Gardner, The Guardian AGES 12+ RUNNING TIME: 1 HOUR 10 MINS APPROX WED 21 FEB 7.30PM

£12 (£10) £5 UNDER 26s & GROUPS THEATRE DRAMA

BY TENNESSEE WILLIAMS DIRECTED BY BENEDICT ANDREWS On a steamy night in Mississippi, a Southern family gather at their cotton plantation to celebrate Big Daddy’s birthday. The scorching heat is almost as oppressive as the lies they tell. Brick and Maggie dance round the secrets and sexual tensions that threaten to destroy their marriage. With the future of the family at stake, which version of the truth is real – and which will win out? ‘A bold reimagining…innovative and powerfully acted’ Sunday Times ‘A brilliant, lacerating account of the play…unforgettable’ The Independent ‘Miller and O’Connell get to a raw and naked truth’ The Metro THU 22 FEB 7PM ENCORE

£14 (£12) £10 UNDER 26s & GROUPS THEATRE

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BLOWZABELLA

40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Blowzabella make an inimitable, driving, drone-based sound played with a fabulous sense of melody, rhythmic expertise and sheer feeling. They compose their own music which is influenced by English and European traditional dance music. Many of the tunes they’ve composed are ‘standards’ in the modern British/European folk repertoire and are played by people all over the world. Bands across Europe who experiment with folk music often cite Blowzabella as a major influence. Blowzabella is Andy Cutting - diatonic button accordion; Jo Freya - vocals, saxophone, clarinet, whistle; Paul James - vocals, border bagpipes, saxophones, whistle; Gregory Jolivet - hurdy-gurdy; David Shepherd - violin; Barn Stradling - bass guitar; Jon Swayne - border bagpipes, saxophone. FRI 23 FEB DOORS 7.30PM ONSTAGE 8PM £15 (£6 UNDER 18s) | STANDING BALLROOM MUSIC

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FINDING NANA

BY JANE UPTON DIRECTED BY KATIE POSNER Written by the joint winner of the George Devine Most Promising Playwright Award 2016, Finding Nana is set in a seaside hotel of childhood summers. This autobiographical play by award-winner Jane Upton journeys back to find a beloved Nana before she forgot who she was. Following hit plays Bones, Swimming and All the Little Lights, Finding Nana is about the universal, unconditional love between a granddaughter and her Nana and the desperate need to capture memories before they disappear.

‘Brilliant’ ThreeWeeks

‘Promises sepia-tinted sentiment and delivers something far harder and more truthful...’ The Stage

RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 16 MINS APPROX

£10 (£8) £5 UNDER 26s & GROUPS THEATRE DRAMA

PINT OF POETRY

Opera superstars Sonya Yoncheva and Michael Fabiano play the heart-breaking couple, singing two sublime Puccini favourites—’Sì, mi chiamano Mimì’ and ‘Che gelida manina.

‘A strong performance...it’s one to remember’ Edinburgh Guide

FRI 23 FEB 7.30PM (GUILDHALL ARTS CENTRE WED 21 FEB 7.30PM)

PUCCINI Poverty-stricken poet Rodolfo and his artist friends eke out a precarious existence in bohemian Paris, alternately practising their art, laughing, quarrelling, dodging the landlord, and living it up in their local cafe. When Rodolfo meets the delicate Mimì, the pair instantly fall in love. But Mimì is ill, Rodolfo is jealous, and their romance is doomed from the start.

SAT 24 FEB 5.30PM LIVE

£20 (£18) THEATRE

WED 28 FEB 8PM FREE ENTRY

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MARCH

A PANDEMONIUM OF POE

MARTIN HARLEY AND DANIEL KIMBRO

This dynamic transatlantic duo take to the road again for their ‘Feet don’t fail me’ tour. Always engaging and far from predictable these ‘Two musicians at the top of their game’ (Music Riot) seek to push the boundaries of blues, folk and American roots music. Original compositions on Slide guitar, double bass, harmony vocals and good humoured banter are cornerstones of their live shows. ‘Harley offers the listener a masterclass in taste, style and roots blues’ Guitarist Magazine ‘Martin is arguably the best Weissenborn player in the UK and has been for many years.’ Weissenborn Exchange ‘No doubt that he is a slide guitar master. He is the business’ Roots Magazine FRI 2 MAR 8PM

£15 (£13) BALLROOM BLUES

DON’T GO INTO THE CELLAR! STARRING JONATHAN GOODWIN AND PHIL JENNINGS WRITTEN BY JONATHAN GOODWIN DIRECTED BY GARY ARCHER Be chilled by an evening’s eerie entertainment, with this original theatrical anthology of a selection of Poe’s finest feats of fear-filled fiction! The sinister Dr Trevellyan leads you into the deepest recesses of the human psyche. Along the way you will encounter such stark terror as may shatter the senses! But will you emerge from the shadows alive... ?

HENRIK IBSEN’S

AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE

IN A NEW VERSION BY REBECCA LENKIEWICZ FROM A LITERAL TRANSLATION BY CHARLOTTE BARSLUND The idealistic Dr Stockmann discovers dangerous flaws in the new spa development that promises huge rewards for his home town and its inhabitants. As he battles against vested interests, important questions are raised about personal loyalty, press freedom and the greater good. With wit and considerable humour, the play explores these moral complexities, while still honouring the dark heart of the original. This fast-paced, pared-down version of Ibsen’s classic by Rebecca Lenkiewicz packs a powerful punch in its treatment of a story with continuing relevance today.

A production by our resident amateur theatre company ‘…amongst the finest amateur reps in England…’ The Sunday Times SUN 4 MAR 7.30PM

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TUE 6 - SAT 10 MAR 7.45PM

£10 (£8) THEATRE DRAMA

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MON 12 MAR 6.30PM BURLEY ROOM (UPSTAIRS) FREE ENTRY

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ACE DANCE AND MUSIC PRESENTS

CLASSICAL SEASON Haydn Saper vorrei se m’ami, Hob. XXVa: 2 Trost unglücklicher Liebe, Hob. XXVIa:9 Eine sehr gewöhnliche Geschichte, Hob. XXVIa:4 Koželuch Sonata in A minor, Op. 26, No.2 Haydn Piano Trio in D major, No. 7, Hob. X7 Guarda qui che lo vedrai, Hob. XXVa1 Das strickendeMädchen, Hob. XXVIa:1 Das Leben ist ein Traum, Hob. XXVIa:9 Mozart Sonata in A minor, K. 310 Haydn Three folksong settings Here awa, there awa, Arhyd y nos, and Pat & Kate Comprising many of today’s leading period instrumentalists, The Mozartists perform alongside some of the world’s most exciting young singers. SAT 10 MAR 7.30PM

£18 (£17) 10 UNDER 26s BALLROOM CLASSICAL

TEN

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A thought provoking full-length dance production ARTISTIC DIRECTOR – GAIL AND IAN PARMEL. CHOREOGRAPHER - JOSÉ AGUDO & ACE DANCE AND MUSIC At a time when more and more people across the world find themselves having to leave their own lands, ideas of home and belonging are changing. ACE have reunited with choreographer José Agudo to make an extraordinary dance piece. TEN continues the legacy of A Thousand Shepherds, combining contemporary dance with an essence of Flamenco, Kathak and Martial Arts with ACE¹s inimitable Afro-fusion style. Full of intense physical power and human fragility, TEN explores the concepts of moving away and leaving, looking at how and why people choose unimagined destinies over the lives they¹d always thought they¹d live. Inspired by global migration, TEN is a visceral and exhilarating dance production centred around the relationship between two brothers.

POETRY SWAPS

Join us for our regular poetry-exchange evening in the Cellar Bar. Top poets from Stamford and the surrounding area come together to share their ideas and their poetry and quite often a drink or two! WED 14 MAR 8PM CELLAR BAR

A carefully chosen creative team brings together diverse experiences, worldly artistic vision and shared values. In the same collaborative vein, music composition by Giuliano Modarelli layers emotive tribal vocals with evocative melodies into a dynamic soundscape created in collaboration with Beautiful Noise (Vincenzo Lamagna). RUNNING TIME: 55 MINS APPROX WED 14 MAR 8PM

£12 (£10) £5 UNDER 26s & GROUPS THEATRE

DANCE & MUSIC

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MARCH IT’S 250 YEARS SINCE THE CONSTRUCTION OF STAMFORD THEATRE

Started in 1766 and complete in 1768, the new theatre cost £806 and was paid for from the pockets of actor, James (Jemmy) Whitley, plus his friend and stonemason William Clark. Jemmy Whitley was proprietor-manager of theatres at Derby, Nottingham, Bedford, Wolverhampton and Worcester while being connected with another dozen. The first performance on 14 March 1768 was the comic opera Love in A Village. During the next 100 years many famous names appeared: William Charles Macready, Charles Kemble, Sarah Siddons, Edmund Kean, James Sheridan Knowles and Mr Braham and Mrs Stirling from Drury Lane with more and more continuing to grace the stage today. In celebration, we’re giving away a £250 voucher to one lucky drama ticket purchaser. Look out for your post-show email for how to enter! (Terms and conditions apply). Taken from The Stamford Arts Centre Story by J. Martin Goodwin and The Stamford Theatre Souvenir Programme 1978.

A PINT OF COMEDY

Join us for our regular comedy nights live in the Cellar Bar with some of the UK’s best headline acts and our regular compere, Alan Seaman.

SEMIRAMIDE

ROSSINI Against the backdrop of the Hanging Gardens, Semiramide, Queen of Babylon, defies bad omens and supernatural threats in her quest to find a worthy successor to her late husband. But she harbours more than one dark secret, and whoever gains the throne may find that he has lost more than he has won.

Full details of live acts available from our website! Tickets include £1 discount voucher to use towards your first drink in the Cellar Bar.

SINGING FROM THE SOLES OF YOUR FEET A SINGING DAY LED BY ROWENA WHITEHEAD Come and be part of a singing community for a day, exploring your voice and singing vibrant songs rich in harmony and rhythm.

Enjoy singing from different vocal traditions and in styles from round the world, from jazz to folk to gospel, both traditional and contemporary, all taught in a relaxed and inclusive style guaranteed to leave you feeling relaxed and uplifted.

Based on a story by Voltaire, this rarely performed tragic opera reveals The Barber of Seville composer Giaochino Rossini in a whole new light.

Find out more about Rowena: www.rowenawhitehead.co.uk

RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 50 MINS APPROX THU 15 MAR 2PM ENCORE

SATELLITE SCREENING

CELLAR BAR

SAT 17 MAR 10.30AM - 4PM £16 (£14)

£6

£20 (£18) THEATRE

FRI 16 MAR 8PM

COMEDY

BALLROOM SINGING

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OL’S SCHO1.30PM SHOW TEACHER FREE LACES P When three friends become trapped in an abandoned theatre, little do they know that they will soon become the stars of their own show… Combining a mixture of dance theatre, audio-description and imaginative storytelling, Night at the Theatre is an accessible performance for everyone, so come along, join in and let’s make a dance!

‘A joyful introduction to dance as something possible for anyone, at any age, with any type of body’ Disability Arts Online AGES 4+ RUNNING TIME: 55 MINS NO INTERVAL

PINT OF POETRY

Join us for our live stand-up poetry evening in the Cellar Bar. Come along with a poem you’d like to perform and enjoy reading aloud to an appreciative crowd. Or, if you prefer, simply enjoy the poetry of others over a nice cold drink. Join us every last Wednesday of the month.

RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS APPROX

£5 ALL TICKETS THEATRE DRAMA

Ben Whishaw (The Danish Girl, Skyfall, Hamlet) and Michelle Fairley (Fortitude, Game of Thrones) play Brutus and Cassius, David Calder (The Lost City of Z, The Hatton Garden Job) plays Caesar and David Morrissey (The Missing, Hangmen, The Walking Dead) is Mark Antony. Broadcast live from The Bridge Theatre, London. ‘Lloyd’s account of Julius Caesar seethes with menace, and here the prison setting makes perfect sense’ Evening Standard

‘Highly original, refreshingly unpredictable and totally inclusive!’ Ipswich Waterfront

WED 21 MAR 1.30PM, 6.30PM (GUILDHALL ARTS CENTRE TUE 6 MAR 1.30PM)

JULIUS CAESAR

THU 22 MAR 7PM LIVE

£14 (£12) £10 UNDER 26s & GROUPS THEATRE

SATELLITE SCREENING

WED 28 MAR 8PM FREE ENTRY CELLAR BAR

SPOKEN WORD

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march/april A PINT OF COMEDY

Join us for our regular comedy nights live in the Cellar Bar with some of the UK’s best headline acts and our regular compere, Alan Seaman.

COSÌ FAN TUTTE

MOZART Goaded by their cynical friend Don Alfonso, soldiers Ferrando and Guglielmo decide to test their fiancées’ fidelity. Pretending to leave with their regiment, they return in disguise and pay court to each other’s lover. Will the young women succumb to the charms of these two handsome ‘foreigners’?

Full details of live acts available from our website!

M6 THEATRE PRESENTS

A TIGER’S TALE

WRITTEN BY MIKE KENNY DIRECTED BY GILLY BASKEYFIELD MUSIC BY JAMES ATHERTON M6 Theatre presents a fantastical new production by the award winning playwright Mike Kenny. Based on the extraordinary story of Fenella, the Holmfirth Tiger, A TIGER’S TALE is a high spirited balancing act of circus, puppetry, live music and song.

Tickets include £1 discount voucher to use towards your first drink in the Cellar Bar.

A co-production with English National Opera, this clever vision of the battle of the sexes is set in a carnivalesque environment inspired by 1950s Coney Island.

From a circus train in South Africa, to a steamboat on the Atlantic Ocean and onward to West Yorkshire, a ramshackle travelling troupe tell us the unbelievable true story of a family of acrobats and their adopted tiger cub. Join Titch, Ma and Pa on their riotous adventure into a world where ‘all the best stories end with a surprise.’

RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 56 MINS APPROX

AGES 4+ RUNNING TIME: 1 HOUR APPROX

SAT 31 MAR 5.55PM LIVE

£20 (£18) THEATRE

WED 4 APR 2PM & 4PM

£7.50 (£6.50) £26 FAMILY OF FOUR SATELLITE SCREENING

THEATRE FAMILY

FRI 6 APR 8PM

£6 CELLAR BAR

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STAMFORD YOUTH THEATRE AND WILDCATS PRESENT

RENT SCHOOL EDITION – SHOW WEEK

Be part of this fabulous musical theatre week working with an experienced teaching team to guide you through the week in preparation for two shows on the Sunday. With vocal and acting training the week will focus on developing a professional performance. Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent School Edition is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, it has become a pop cultural phenomenon with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages.Suitable for those in Year 7 up to Year 13. Please be aware this show contains adult themes. Rent School Edition is exuberant, passionate and joyous. This adaptation has been carefully done, working with the Larson estate to retain the dramatic intent of the ground-breaking rock musical, and consists of minimal changes to language and the removal of one song to make it possible those aged 11 and over to perform this piece of theatre. Those aiming for a lead role will be offered read-throughs in March Workshops Tue 3 – Fri 6 Apr 10AM-5PM, Sat 7 Apr 10AM-2PM and Sun 8 Apr from 10AM for performances in the afternoon.

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CLASSICAL SEASON Schubert Piano Trio in B flat major, D.28 Sonatensatz Beethoven Piano Trio in E flat major, Op. 70, No. 2 Brahms Piano Trio No. 1 in B major, Op. 8 Trio Isimsiz was formed in 2009. They have received various accolades including most recently First Prize and the Audience Prize at the Trondheim International Chamber Music Competition 2015 and Second Prize at the 2017 International Haydn Chamber Music Competition in Vienna. Their Stamford concert brings three interesting compositions for Piano Trio. Scuhubert’s onemovement Sonatensatz, Beethoven’s pair of trios and Brahms’ first piano trio. SAT 7 APR 7.30PM

£18 (£17) £10 UNDER 26s £135.00 per student payment plans are available

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RENT SCHOOL EDITION

Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent School Edition is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, it has become a pop cultural phenomenon with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages. Based loosely on Puccini’s La Boheme, Rent School Edition follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. An amateur youth performance AGES 11+ SOME STRONG LANGUAGE SUN 8 APR 3PM & 6.30PM

£10 (£8 CHILD) THEATRE DRAMA

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‘STRICTLY COME DANCING’ WORKSHOP

TUE 10 APR 9.30AM-4PM £20 PER CHILD Featuring a ‘lesson’ in each of the following styles of dance - ballet, jazz, contemporary, street/commercial and musical theatre working towards a performance that fuses the styles together for parents at the end of the day.

MOANA WORKSHOP

WED 11 APR 9.30AM – 4PM £20 PER CHILD A day of fun and learning about the story of Moana. Understand the story, become the characters, learn songs and put together your own mini performance!

LUISA MILLER

VERSE 2018

VERDI A heart-wrenching tragedy based on Friedrich Schiller’s novel Intrigue and Love. The young maiden Luisa loves Rodolfo, unaware that he is actually the son of the local lord. An unscrupulous rival for her affections tells her father of Rodolfo’s true identity, turning the old man against him. Jealousy, suspicion, and betrayal tear the lovers apart, but Luisa remains loyal to her father to the last...

RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 58 MINS APPROX SAT 14 APR 5.30PM LIVE

£20 (£18) THEATRE

SATELLITE SCREENING

Stamford Arts Centre’s Festival of Poetry and Spoken Word returns for another year, bigger and even better than before! 2017 was a hugely successful year for poetry nationwide as well as in Stamford. More people are starting to write, read and perform poetry in an explosion of enthusiasm and talent. Nationally, spoken word artists like Kate Tempest, Hollie McNish, Luke Wright and Lemn Sissay have helped so many realise their inner poet. This year’s festival brings some more big names to the town-don’t miss Lemn Sissay’s masterclass and renowned show, Something Dark as well as Roger McGough and his band, Little Machine! With something for adults and children, beginners and experts alike, Verse 2018 has something for everyone to enjoy.

FAIRYTALES GONE BAD A JOSEPH COELHO PRODUCTION THE TRUE STORIES BEHIND THE HAPPILY EVER AFTER FAIRYTALES

GRANNYLOCKS /THE MONSTROUS DUCKLING 11.30AM | 3 YEARS PLUS | 45 MINS NO INTERVAL Did you know that the ugly duckling was never ugly? He was truly monstrous! Or that Goldilocks was never a tale about a little girl? ZOMBIE-RELLA / BLOOD-RED HOOD 2.30PM | 6 YEARS PLUS | 45 MINS NO INTERVAL Discover the true tales of Cinderella (she dies and becomes a zombie) and Little Red Riding Hood (with her axe and blood-red stained cloak).

WED 11 APR

£8 (£7) THEATRE CHILDRENS

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LOOK OUT FOR MORE EVENTS ON THE FRINGE AROUND STAMFORD AND IN STAMFORD LIBRARY, WALKERS BOOKSHOP,

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DYLAN THOMAS’ CLOWN IN THE MOON LEMN SISSAY MBE ‘SOMETHING DARK’ A rare chance to see a dramatic reading of this acclaimed one-man play!

Something Dark tells the story of Lemn Sissay’s upbringing in children’s homes and foster care, and the search for his family and true identity. Originally directed by John McGrath (National Theatre of Wales/MIF), Something Dark has been performed throughout the world to great critical acclaim and was adapted by BBC Radio 3 in 2005. The author of several books of poetry alongside articles, records, public art and plays, Lemn was also the official poet for the London Olympics and the 2015 FA Cup. His Landmark Poems are installed throughout Manchester and London in venues such as The Royal Festival Hall and The Olympic Park. Google ‘Lemn Sissay’ and all the returning hits will be about him. There is only one Lemn Sissay in the world! PLUS WORKSHOP MASTERCLASS 5PM WED 11 APR WORKSHOP 5PM - 6PM & SHOW 7.30PM MASTERCLASS £10 | SHOW & MASTERCLASS £20 | SHOW ONLY £15 THEATRE

PLUS SUPPORT This solo show is directed by the award-winning director and actor Gareth Armstrong and is written by awardwinning writer Gwynne Edwards. Clown In The Moon (the title of a poem written when Dylan was 14) is a dramatic portrait of the poet’s chaotic, frequently hilarious, and all too brief life. Located in a BBC studio, it sets some of Dylan’s famous broadcasts and iconic works alongside vivid reminiscences of his clownish antics in pubs, bars and parties, and his encounters with a host of eccentric and volatile women. This solo show is directed by the award-winning director and actor Gareth Armstrong (Shylock, My Darling Clemmie, Rape of Lucrece, Becoming Marilyn) and is written by award-winning writer Gwynne Edwards (Burton, Dylan Thomas in America). THU 12 APR 7.30PM £8 (£7) THEATRE

HOW TO BE A SLAM SUPERSTAR Multi-slam champion and star of a gazillion festivals, Ash will show you how to win at wordplay while being surreal, cool, clever and hilarious all at once! ‘Impressive wordplay’ The Times £5 FRI 13 APR 2 - 4.30PM BALLROOM | SLAM WORKSHOP

POETRY PUB CRAWL

‘Two pints of poetry and a packet of crisps guvnor!’ Join the booziest and most brilliant local poets in their favourite Stamford pubs as they perform their own work, as well as ‘that one they remember from school’. No tickets needed, just buy your own drinks! FRI 13 APR 6.30PM MEET: CELLAR BAR

BOOK FOR 3 OR MORE VERSE EVENTS AT THE SAME TIME AND GET £2 OFF EQUAL NUMBER OF TICKETS*

VERSE FESTIVAL 2018

STAMFORD POETRY STONE, STAMFORD WINE BAR. SEE WEBSITE OR FULL BROCHURE WHEN AVAILABLE.

GRACE SAVAGE

SINGER, ACTOR & BEATBOXER SUPPORTED BY ADI SMALLS Named one of ELLE’s 100 Most Inspiring Women, Grace is a rising star in the beatbox world having been crowned UK Beatbox Champion four times she has been selected by BBC Introducing and supported by BBC R1’s Huw Stephens to produce her debut EP. Like Kate Tempest? Don’t miss this blistering spoken word beatbox show. ‘…something quite special’ - CLASH £8 (£7)| R FRI 13 APR 7.30PM | THEATRE

DIRTY POETRY

PERFORMED BY ALEX KAPILA Whether you are a lesbian couple, a bunch of gay friends, straight and monogamous as hell, or a lonely w*nk*r; this night full of sexually charged poetry has stories in rhyme for people of all sexual preferences. A show full of witty, funny, naughty, filthy and dirty poetry! FRI 13 APR 9PM £8 (£7) CELLAR BAR

ROGER MCGOUGH & LITTLE MACHINE

SUPPORTED BY CAMILLA MCLEAN Roger McGough’s new show with Walter, Steve & Chris of LiTTLe MACHiNe features a fine selection of vintage, classic & surprising poems set to music. It’s a gala gig that’s making waves! New album The Likes of Us. 2017 encompassed more McGough milestones than the average year. The 50th anniversary of the iconic & top-selling Penguin Modern Poets’ no.10 - The Mersey Sound by Adrian Henri, Roger McGough & Brian Patten. Then the summer of ’67 epic poem of love & lust, Summer With Monika, republished and newly illustrated by Chris Riddell. A host of country-wide dates with The Bootleg Beatles and the RLPO in It Was Fifty Years Ago Today which sold out the Royal Albert Hall in hours. November, Roger’s significant birthday month, saw the publication of 80 - a selection of poems for children (Puffin). The beat goes on. @McgoughRoger

IN ALL MY HOLY MOUNTAIN A CELEBRATION IN POETRY AND JAZZ OF THE LIFE AND WORK OF MARY WEBB PLUS SUPPORT Roger Garfitt reads from his memoir, The Horseman’s Word, which John Burnside hailed as ‘a superb achievement’, and performs In All My Holy Mountain, a celebration of Mary Webb in poetry and jazz. ‘…an imaginative and illuminating addition to the genre’ John Fordham

‘What a night. Roger and Little Machine stormed it’ Bewdley Festival ‘Liverpool’s own Poet Laureate’ Daily Post ‘…a witty and ingenious chronicler of British life, who manages a range of perennial themes with a deftness and agility that is hard to beat.’ The Poetry Society SAT 14 APR 7.30PM £15 (£14) BALLROOM

SUN 15 APR 7.30PM

£8 (£7) BALLROOM

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AFTERNOON TEA

WITH LOCAL POETS GALLERY BAR / SUN 15 APR 3PM £5 INCLUDES TEA AND CAKE!

KATHRYN ROBERTS & SEAN LAKEMAN

STAMFORD BRASS

Twice recent winners of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Award for Best Duo – 2016 & 2013 –the couple’s intimacy and strength of passion on stage have won them many fans and an enviable reputation as ‘Songwriters par excellence’- (fRoots), whose greatly varied original songs cover such subjects as wicked mermaids, Norwegian legends, and a lonely whale.

Stamford’s very own brass band, under the direction of Musical Director Julian Bright, presents the very best in Brass Music.

With a story that includes over 20 years of music making with the likes of Seth Lakeman, Cara Dillon, Levellers, Kate Rusby and Show of Hands, Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman have consolidated themselves as pillars of modern British folk.

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‘An absolute masterclass in how to do it right.’ Festivalsforall.com ‘Kathryn Roberts’ smoky, assertive vocals are a tasty feast for listeners craving music that requires a sharp mind and an open heart.’ Billboard Magazine ‘As a guitarist, producer and co-songwriter, Sean Lakeman is one of the unsung heroes of modern British folk’ MOJO

WED 25 APR 8PM

FRI 20 APR 8PM

FREE ENTRY

£15 (£13)

CELLAR BAR

SPOKEN WORD

Brass band classics, movie themes, popular songs and musicals, classical arrangements and much more-plus a few surprises!

BALLROOM FOLK

SAT 21 APR 7.30PM £11 (£10) BALLROOM

BRASS MUSIC

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CENDRILLON

Red Ladder Theatre Company presents

The Damned United

1974. Brian Clough, the enfant terrible of British football, tries to redeem his career and reputation by winning the European Cup with his new team. Leeds United. The team he has openly despised for years, the team he hates and which hates him. Don Revie’s Leeds. Adapted from David Peace’s brilliant and ingenious novel, The Damned United takes you inside the tortured mind of a genius slamming up against his limits, and brings to life the beauty and brutality of football, the working man’s ballet.

’... a tribute to an era-defining genius, a portrait of a man terminally wrapped-up in his own bravado... a bloody good story about sporting rivalry.’ The Stage ‘...as a piece of theatre it really hits the back of the net.’ Steve Orme, British Theatre Guide ‘The play is ingeniously staged by Rod Dixon’ Michael Billington, The Guardian AGES 14+ 1 HOUR APPROX THU 26 APR 7.30PM

MASSENET A fairy godmother, a glass slipper, an opulent ball, an enchanted forest, and a Prince Charming who loves her—did all that really happen, or was it just a dream? Long-suffering Cendrillon lives a life of drudgery with her good-natured father and his imperious wife, until fate, romance, and a touch of fairy magic intervene. For the first time ever, Massenet’s sumptuous version of the Cinderella story comes to the Met in this imaginative storybook production directed by Laurent Pelly and features the well-loved characters of Prince Charming, the Fairy Godmother and the wicked stepmother!

MACBETH

‘Something wicked this way comes’

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Returning home from battle, the victorious Macbeth meets three witches on the heath. Driven by their disturbing prophecies, he sets out on the path to murder. This contemporary production of Shakespeare’s darkest psychological thriller marks both Christopher Eccleston’s RSC debut and the return of Niamh Cusack to the Company.

RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 12 MINS APPROX

£12 (£10) £5 UNDER 26s & SCHOOLS THEATRE DRAMA

SAT 28 APR 5.55PM LIVE

£20 (£18) THEATRE

THU 3 MAY 10AM ENCORE

£14 (£12) £10 UNDER 26s & GROUPS SATELLITE SCREENING

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MANCHESTER CAMERATA

CLASSICAL SEASON Mozart Overture, Marriage of Fiagro, K. 492 Weber Clarinet Concerto No. 2 in E flat major, OP. 74, J. 118 Brahms Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73 The Manchester Camerata is ‘redefining what an orchestra can do’. Under GáborTakács-Nagy, their new Music Director, it has ‘reinvented itself’. As a result, it was the winner of the Best Ensemble Award in the Royal Philharmonic Society’s Music Awards in May 2017.

STAMFORD POTTERY MARKET

Over 25 local potters will display and sell their work at this 2-day celebration of ceramics. There will be something for everyone from beautiful domestic ware, quirky ornaments and garden sculptures to jewellery and tiles. Take the chance to chat to the makers about their different techniques or watch a ceramic themed film. There will be a charity tombola and pottery throwing demonstrations.

SARAH AND DUCK LIVE

The enchanting world of Sarah and Duck is brought to life in a brand-new stage show, featuring the wonderful characters from the BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show. Join Sarah and Duck and a host of your favourite friends including The Ribbon Sisters, The Shallots, Flamingo & John and Umbrella, as they plan a birthday party for Scarf Lady in their garden. Told through a fantastic blend of puppetry, storytelling and music, Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday will take you and your children on a magical adventure.

We are very lucky that the most exciting ensemble working in Britain today has agreed to come to Stamford in their award-winning year.

1 HOUR APPROX SAT 5 MAY 7.30PM

£23 (£21) £10 UNDER 26s BALLROOM CLASSICAL

SUN 6 & MON 7 MAY 10AM - 4.30PM

SAT 26 MAY 1.30PM & 4PM

FREE ENTRY

£12 (£10) £40 FAMILY OF FOUR

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Creative Classes for Adults machine? Don’t throw it away, bring it with you! Create a cushion cover or small throw by cutting it up and patching together.

LIVE AND LEARN Heartstitch HARMONICA WORKSHOPS WITH STEVE LOCKWOOD International musician Steve Lockwood is bringing his unique, exciting and inspirational harmonica workshop to Stamford. The sessions are aimed at complete beginners but will be suitable for all levels of player and will help any learner improve their blues and rock playing and get the best out of this deceptively humble instrument. The session contains different material every month. (Bring reading glasses if needed). You will need a ten hole diatonic in C for the session though Instruments will be available to buy on the day for £10. ‘A pleasure to be taught by a playing professional.’ Workshop attendee, Phil Hobbis SAT 6 JAN, 3 FEB, 3 MAR, 7 APR, 5 MAY 1.30PM - 5PM £30 ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

Funded by Lincolnshire County Council’s adult learning programme. Suitable for complete beginners or those with some experience, for adults aged 19 and over. INTRODUCTION TO PATCHWORK SAT 13 JAN 9.30AM – 12.30PM Patchwork and quilting is back in fashion! Introduce yourself simple techniques to get started. Bring along some cotton fabrics of your choice. FELTED WOOL CUSHION COVER SAT 3 FEB 9.30AM – 12.30PM Ever shrunk a wool jumper in the washing

TARTAN AND TWEED WORKSHOP SAT 24 FEB 9.30AM – 12.30PM From corsages to scarves (maybe even a small bag), work with gorgeous patterns and colours to make an accessory for your wardrobe. DECORATE FOR EASTER SAT 10 MAR 9.30AM – 3.30PM A whole day of Easter crafts! Stay for the day, or pop in and try a variety of crafts from decoupage eggs to Easter garlands and shabby chic decorations in spring colours. INTRODUCTION TO APPLIQUE SAT 21 APR 9.30AM – 12.30PM Applique means applying one fabric to another by hand or machine. Make a variety of vintage-style accessories by hand with a floral theme.

£10 PER PERSON PER SESSION ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

LIVE AND LEARN IPAD WORKSHOPS These three-session courses introduces beginners to the Apple iPad or, for those who have completed the beginners’ course, builds on knowledge and develops further tablet skills. IPADS FOR BEGINNERS

Wed 10, 17 & 24 Jan 9.45AM - 12.15PM or, 2 - 4.30PM Wed 21, 28 Feb & 7 Mar 9.45AM - 12.15PM or, 2 - 4.30PM

MORE IPADS

Wed 31 Jan, 7 & 14 Feb 9.45AM - 12.15PM or, 2 - 4.30PM Wed 14, 21 & 28 Mar 9.45AM - 12.15PM or, 2 - 4.30PM

£20 PER PERSON, PER COURSE BURLEY ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

SEWING CLUB with JANE SCHOFIELD

Get a sewing machine for Christmas? Would you like to learn to use it? Do you enjoy sewing or would you like to explore new projects, patch-working or dressmaking? Maybe, you have your own ideas and you’d like to come and share them with other likeminded stitchers? Join us! Jane will guide you through a range of sewing skills (both machine and hand sewing) with a large range of lovely resources (fabrics, ribbons and buttons) to work with.

THU 18 JAN - 16 MAR (NO SESSION 22 FEB) 2 - 4PM £8 WEEKLY (FIRST INTRO SESSION 18 JAN FREE) ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

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REGULAR ADULT WORKSHOPS

FELTING WORKSHOPS WITH EVE MARSHALL, ARTISAN FELTER

Felting workshops are great for beginners, with all materials supplied. Come along and try something new! 20 JAN 3.30PM - 6.30PM Needle Felted Animal Fairy £30 17 FEB 10AM - 4PM Large Felted Landscape £55 17 MAR 3.30PM - 6.30PM Needle Felted Birds £30 28 APR 10AM - 4PM Large Felted Animal Portrait £55 12 MAY 10AM - 4PM Wet Felted Flowers and Leaves £55 ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

UKULELE WORKSHOP WITH CHRIS GAMMON

Fun, light-hearted and informal courses teaching beginners or those with a basic knowledge of the ukulele. Beginners will learn the absolute basics from scratch to be able to play a variety of chords and songs. More advanced players will learn barre chords, strumming patterns and other techniques to develop ukulele skills. Both workshops will help you feel more confident with your instrument, jamming along with the other players!

BEGINNERS SAT 17 FEB 10 - 3.30PM REHEASAL ROOM INTERMEDIATE SAT 17 MAR 10 - 3.30PM CELLAR BAR £30 PER PERSON PER WORKSHOP

MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS

WITH BUDDHIST NUN, KELSANG RAK-MA SUN 28 JAN 2.30PM-5PM, COURSE 1 THE ILLUSION OF LONELINESS Discover how this perception of ourselves as separate from others is an illusion, for in truth we are all naturally and profoundly interconnected. SUN 25 FEB 2.30PM-5PM, COURSE 2 INNER PEACE – ONE BREATH AT AT TIME Learn to reconnect with the natural stillness and positivity of a tranquil mind. These practical courses comprise two one-hour sessions with talks and guided meditations and a refreshment break. Everyone is welcome. We also hold regular drop-in meditation sessions on Thursdays 1-2pm. More info: www.drolmacentre.org.uk JAN - FEB £15 PER PERSON FOR COURSE BLUE ROOM

SKETCHING WITH KAREN NEALE

Based in the Art Room (upstairs) and then out sketching in surrounding streets, Karen demonstrates details and shares sketching secrets. Bring a sketchbook and pen (or pencil) and discover the peace and pleasure of drawing the world around us. www.karenneale.co.uk

MON 16, 23, 30 APR & 14, 21 MAY 9.30AM - 12.30PM £15 Weekly or £60 For 5 Weeks

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REGULAR ART CLASSES Upstairs in the Art Room

Monday Art Class

With Heather Harrison Get inspired! Friendly afternoon drop-in sessions for both beginners and improvers with qualified art teacher, Heather, who will help you develop your drawing and painting skills. Term starts with observation drawing in pencil, charcoal or pastels and each week there is a still life or floral theme to work from. There is a range of resources available on the work of both modern and traditional artists. Focusing mainly on painting in acrylics, we welcome anyone wanting to work in watercolour or oils. To begin with you will need to bring an A3 sketchpad, a putty rubber and a range of pencils from 2B to 6B. MONDAYS 8 JAN - 26 MAR (HALF TERM 12 FEB) 1.15PM - 3.45PM £9 (£8.50) WEEKLY ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

Contemporary Painting

With Catherine Headley ‘What do you actually want to say in your art?’ Catherine encourages students to think for themselves. Her intention is to stimulate students’ insight and inventiveness; to guide them to combine imagination with observation and memory and so for each to pursue his/her personal voice. Promoting awareness of contemporary artists and past modern masters and the technical skills of mixing and applying paint, whatever medium, are very much part of the teaching. In preparation for painting it is suggested that students draw; in the landscape, garden or home. All abilities welcome, just bring an open mind. If you need to buy painting materials, contact Catherine for advice on what to purchase. headleyart@outlook.com TUESDAYS 9 JAN - 27 MAR (HALF TERM 12 FEB) 9.30AM - 12.30PM £150 (£132) ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

Taken From Life

With Mike Alabaster Based around observational drawing and painting with a particular emphasis on portraiture and the human figure. There will also be occasional still life sessions to support the development of skills in estimating correct proportions, rendering tone, colour and texture and in arranging a pleasing composition.

TUESDAYS 9 JAN - 27 MAR (HALF TERM 13 FEB) 7.30PM - 10PM £11 WEEKLY OR, 5 WEEK HALF TERM £50 & 6 WEEK HALF TERM £60 ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

Painting and Drawing

With David Rushton Students of all abilities are welcome in these relaxed and friendly art sessions. Develop your ideas on themes such as landscapes, portraits, graphic illustration and still life. Learn new skills, such as colour mixing and the way perspective works. David provides a wide range of visual stimuli to get you started, and demonstrates to the group, how to use unfamiliar art media – or one-to-one tuition, as needed. Our aim is to produce original art works, the best of which can be shown at our annual exhibition.

WEDNESDAYS 10 JAN - 31 MAR (HALF TERM 14 FEB) 10AM - 12.30PM 1.30PM - 4PM £9 (£8.50) WEEKLY OR, 5 WEEK HALF TERM £42.50 (£40) & 6 WEEK TERM £51 (£48) ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

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REGULAR CLASSES DANCE BALLROOM AND LATIN AMERICAN WITH ANN GIBBONS DANCE

Tel: 01949 842077 ann@anngibbonsdance.co.uk I WANT TO DANCE - I HAVE TO DANCE I LOVE TO DANCE Tuesdays – Starting January 9th 2018

Sculpture Class

With Jonty Meyer Join in on a Wednesday evening or Friday morning. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, sculptor and artist Jonty Meyer will teach you skills to advance your artistry. Beginning with building the armature, Jonty teaches you to recognise the basic forms, planes, symmetry and proportions. Once completed, your sculpture will be prepared for firing in the kiln for you to pick-up on a later date.

WEDNESDAYS 3 JAN - 28 MAR (HALF TERM 14 FEB) 7.30PM - 10PM FRIDAYS 5 JAN - 23 MAR (HALF TERM 16 FEB) 10AM - 12.30PM £13 WEEKLY ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

Life Drawing

With Joanna Crawford Take this opportunity to be guided in drawing the nude figure. Experienced artists and beginners are equally welcome to this challenging and rewarding class.

WOVEN CHORDS

Led by Emmanuel Omuederiaye A 50 member strong mixed voice community choir that sings unaccompanied harmony songs from around the world. All songs are taught by ear in an informal and friendly setting. No auditions, no need to read music, no previous experience necessary – if you can speak then you can sing! Presently open to new members.

Dancing is a great way to relax and have fun! If you love the idea of twirling with confidence, spending time doing something together, learning a new life skill, or looking forward to that special event (or even cruise) then ballroom dancing is just for you! Whether you’re looking to brush up your Quickstep, unleash your Foxtrot or an absolute beginner, there’s a class for everyone. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and you’ll enjoy yourself learning new steps and the skills to take to the floor with confidence.

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS 7pm to 7.45pm £25.00 per person, per 4 week course IMPROVERS/INTERMEDIATE 7.45pm to 8.45pm £28 per person, per 4 week course ADVANCED 8.30pm to 9.30pm £28 per person, per 4 week course

THURSDAYS 11 JAN – 22 MAR (HALF TERM 15 FEB) 10AM - 12.30PM £11 WEEKLY, or 5 WEEK HALF TERM £50 & 6 WEEK HALF TERM £60

THURSDAYS FROM 4 JAN 7.30PM 9.30PM

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£30 (£27) PER HALF TERM

The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and you’ll enjoy yourself learning new steps and the skills to take to the floor with confidence. Contact Ann Gibbons to book your place now! Fees are payable at the beginning of each 4 week period.

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WHAT’S ON FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

‘LOV has helped me grow personally and professionally and build a very respectable CV’ – Matt Raistrick, Participant

SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES We have workshop and enrichment opportunities, Q&As and special ticket prices for students this season. For more information or to talk about a bespoke opportunity, contact Jo Dobbs jo@stamfordartscentre.com

nues LOV - Lincolnshire OneraVemm e Young People’s Prog Lincolnshire One Venues (LOV) is a network of visual and performing arts centres. At the heart of the LOV Young People’s Programme (YPP) is a desire to deepen young people’s engagement with the arts. This means providing opportunities for young people to develop their creative skills, to commission creative people, to produce new work and to become involved in venue programming.

STAMFORD STAGE ACADEMY: DRAMA AND MUSIC S.E.N FOR SIBLINGS & YOUNG CARERS WITH LIZ PAIGE Putting on a show for all, with varying abilities in a relaxed friendly atmosphere for young people with physical, social and emotional difficulties, promoting self-esteem and social development through drama movement and music. SATURDAYS FROM 10AM FREE PLACES

ENTER OUR JUNIOR POETRY COMPETITION, see page 3 PRIVATE FILM SCREENINGS

We can arrange school film and satellite screenings for a very reasonable fee. Contact us for more information.

BFI Young Programmers in conjunction with LOV

BACKSTAGE PASS!

This season we are giving film buffs and those who just like to chat about movies the chance to join Ben Reynolds, the LOVFilm Project Coordinator, for a post screening discussion after the film. All are welcome!

We can also arrange theatre tours, and backstage experiences at the Guildhall and Stamford Arts Centres where the theatre technicians will give students an over view of theatre lighting and sound.

The Killing of a Sacred Deer (15) Fri 8 Dec 8pm

WANT SOME WORK EXPERIENCE?

Ingrid Goes West (15) Mon 22 Jan 5pm 3 Billboards outside Ebbing Missouri (15) Tue 1 Feb 5pm Happy End (15) Mon 12 Feb 8pm

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LIMITED NUMBERS OF PLACES ARE AVAILABLE EACH YEAR, EMAIL JO@STAMFORDARTSCENTRE.COM FOR AN APPLICATION FORM AND EXPLAIN WHY WE SHOULD CHOOSE YOU!

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PZAZZ DANCE ACADEMY

Pzazz Dance Academy is a happy friendly school offering classes in Ballet, Tap, Modern theatre and Acrobatics for children age 2 1/2+. We follow the ISTD and IDTA syllabus offering examinations, regular displays and medal tests in the Arts Centre ballroom and theatre. Classes are held in the Rehearsal Room on Saturdays and Monday and Tuesday evenings. For more information please contact the Principal Miss Charlotte Rowell AISTD AIDTA. Telephone 01778 701796 or 0771109442 or email pzazzdance@yahoo.com.

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Exhibitions Come for a browse in our Gallery which is open Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 9pm (except where marked) Free admission

BROAD STREET 2017 LOOKING AGAIN HERE AND GONE NEW COLLEGE STAMFORD, ROSEMARY TOLKIEN CYNTHIA COCKBURN

M.A.D COMES TO STAMFORD

The work on show is inspired by Broad Street in Stamford where the juxtaposition of architectural styles and ethos of the area provides a challenge and stimulus for concept development and production of experimental artworks in multiple disciplines. The Foundation is a highly reputable one year pre-degree course, designed to prepare students for a career in Art and Design. Students’ progress directly into work or to degree courses nationally, or to study higher education courses at New College Stamford. THU 11 - MON 22 JAN

The ever-popular Maxey Art Group & Deepings Art Club (M.A.D.) Art Exhibition showcases the work of many talented local artists. Most of the exhibits are for sale WED 21 MAR - SUN 8 APR

FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN ART AND DESIGN

Local artist Rosemary Tolkien returns for another exhibition. A former secondary school teacher and Fine Art graduate, she exhibits paintings on a variety of themes inspired by what she sees around her. These include depictions of the Stamford’s unique architecture and contemporary botanical paintings focusing on the design and colour of the natural world. Rosemary works in a variety of media producing highly detailed pieces that highlight the extraordinary quality of our surroundings which deserve a second look. Also featuring selected works by the young artist Lily Ward who has received wide acclaim. THU 25 JAN - SAT 10 FEB

Cynthia Cockburn’s photography is a by-product of bird-watching. Walking wild paths, binoculars in one hand, camera in the other, she responds to strange encounters along the track. She says, ‘Humans work in the landscape, shift stuff, operate machines. And then they move on, leaving behind them traces, marks, puzzling artefacts.’ TUE 20 FEB - FRI 9 MAR

MAXEY ART GROUP & DEEPINGS ART CLUB

HABITAT RUTLAND WELLAND VALLEY & STAMFORD ART SOCIETY EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD The society gathers artists from the As members of Rutland and Stamford Branch of the Embroiderers Guild we cover most aspects and levels of expertise of textile art. Our exhibition presents 2D and 3D work in many techniques. Many of the exhibits are for sale. We welcome new members of all ranges of ability and experience. THU 12 - WED 25 APR

surrounding five counties and the exhibition showcases a wide variety of styles and techniques from professionals and amateurs. Most of the exhibits are for sale. Open 10am to 4pm and selected evenings. MON 30 APR - SAT 12 MAY

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OTHER REGULAR EVENTS TUMBLE TOTS Monday mornings Lauren Young 07932 051814 WEIGHTWATCHERS Wednesday mornings 10 - 11am DROP-IN MEDITATION CLASS Thursdays 1 - 2pm www.meditateinpeterborough.org.uk STAMFORD SHOESTRING THEATRE Shoestring is the resident amateur repertory company, performing throughout the year in the theatre. Their repertoire ranges from contemporary to classical, comedy to tragedy. Newcomers are always welcome for both onstage and behind the scenes roles. Weekly rehearsal nights are Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please contact Patricia McDonagh on 01780 591585 or visit www.stamfordshoestring.com.

RYHALLITE FITNESS Thursday mornings Sarah Markwell-Cook 07496 456306 NICKY HAYES YOGA Tuesday mornings 07739 589810 OVER 60S EXTEND EXERCISE CLASS Thursday afternoons Mandy Glen 01780 470221 /07949 736505 WELLAND VALLEY ARTS SOCIETY Alan Lyne 01780 481377

LINDUM SINGERS: MAGIC OF THE MUSICALS

A concert given by the local group covering many musicals. More info contact Eddie Adams 01788 346363. SAT 13 JAN 7.30PM 1 HOUR 30 MINS APPROX £5 PER PERSON STAMFORD METHODIST CHURCH, BARN HILL

GHOST WALKS

FRI 19 JAN 7.30PM, 16 FEB 7.30PM, FRI 23 MAR 8PM £5 PER PERSON PER WALK

‘COME AND SING’ VIVALDI’S MAGNIFICAT

Led by Jeremy Jepson with David Lovell Brown on organ. Rehearsal at 2PM for participants, followed by performance at 6.30PM. SAT 3 FEB PARTICIPANTS: £10 (£5 STUDENTS) UNDER 18s FREE | AUDIENCE £FREE STAMFORD METHODIST CHURCH, BARN HILL

THE ARRIVAL OF SPRING STAMFORD CHAMBER ORCHESTRA As the days get longer and warmer, join Stamford Chamber Orchestra to welcome in Spring with a delightful programme of Delius’s sublime First Cuckoo

in Spring, then the Tckaikovsky Rococo Variations – a thrilling and exciting challenge for the cello soloist, finishing with Sibelius’s Pelieas et Melisande – one of his most popular works with a selection of movements to delight and captivate the audience. SAT 17 MAR 7.30PM £12.50 (£10.50) £5 UNDER 18s STAMFORD METHODIST CHURCH, BARN HILL

STAMFORD CHORAL, ‘MOZART REQUIEM’

Mozart’s sublime and remarkable Requiem with accompaniment from Chameloeon Arts Orchestra and professional soloists. A chance to hear some of the loveliest choral music ever written, right on your doorstep. More info www.stamfordchoral.co.uk SAT 24 MAR 7.30PM 2 HOURS APPROX SUITABLE FOR ALL £15 (£5 CHILDREN) OSWALD ELLIOTT HALL, STAMFORD SCHOOL, PE9 1QF

COTTESMORE MILITARY WIVES CHOIR

Concert by the wives of current and ex-servicemen. SAT 28 APR 7.30PM £10 (£8) STAMFORD METHODIST CHURCH, BARN HILL

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SUPPORT US!

There are many ways that you can show your support for your local arts centre.

Become an Artscene member

You will receive discounts and priority booking for the majority of arts events and films (please note that sometimes discounts are unavailable). Membership costs £19 per year for one person and £24 for two people.

Sponsor

There are sponsorship opportunities available for our various programmes as well as Stamford Senior Youth Theatre and the Music in Quiet Places. There are many ways your organisation can benefit from sponsoring Stamford Arts Centre and we will work with you to tailor your package.

Advertise

Advertise in our live events brochure at competitive prices, your advert will be seen by over 18,000 people.

HIRE THE VENUE

Whatever you are planning, you can hold your event, meeting, class or reception at Stamford Arts Centre. From the magnificent ballroom to the light art room or a meeting room we have a variety of rooms to suit. Visit our website or contact House Manager, Emma Oglesbee, call 01780 480846 or email emma@stamfordartscentre.com

BALLROOM SEATING PLAN

WE CAN SELL YOUR TICKETS!

If you are organising an event in the local area then we can sell your tickets. Contact Gareth Whitley for more information.

ACCESS

The ballroom, gallery, box office and coffee shop are all on the ground floor and easily accessible. The Art Room, Rehearsal, Burley and Exeter Rooms are on the first floor. There is a platform lift to the theatre with two spaces for wheelchairs. Please let the box office know in advance if you wish to reserve a wheelchair space and if you require an adjoining seat for a companion. The theatre has an induction loop; hearing aids should be switched to the T position. Toilet facilities are available close to both the theatre and the Ballroom and we have baby changing facilities. If you need further information or assistance, please talk to the Box Office staff prior to your visit who will be glad to help.

*These seats are removable to accommodate two wheelchair users and their carers. Seat K13 reserved for usher during live theatre performances.

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FIND US

Parking is available at Wharf Road, Cattle Market, Bath Row and St Leonard’s Street car parks. All are free after 6pm. There is parking for disabled badge holders close to the Arts Centre in St Mary’s Street and St George’s Square. Stamford Arts Centre @stamfordarts

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COFFEE SHOP

Relax in our friendly foyer coffee shop or in the historical ante-room by the Gallery where a variety of hot and cold snacks and drinks are available. Open Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 8pm and during some intervals. There is free Wi-Fi access too!

SWEET KIOSK

Stock-up at the sweet kiosk in the theatre foyer for all shows and films where we have a huge selection of snacks, hot and cold drinks and ice creams. Open before all performances and during intervals.

TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE AND GIFT SHOP

Open Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5pm. Find out where to stay, eat and visit in town. Our knowledgeable staff are happy to help. Visit www.southwestlincs. com, call us on 01780 755611 or email stamtic@ southkesteven.gov.uk

GIFT VOUCHERS

You can buy a gift voucher for any amount you require from the Box Office.

CHILDREN

We have baby changing facilities on the ground floor. We recommend that you do not leave the building if you have children 8 years or under in a workshop. Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult in the Theatre/ Ballroom. A limited amount of babes in arms tickets are available for £1 on selected family shows for children under 2 years old. We reserve the right to alter or amend this allocation without notice.

DISCOUNTS

Discounts (priced in brackets) vary from show to show. Generally they are available to Artscene members, children and students, unwaged, over 60s, disabled patrons and their companion. Occasionally, discounts are unavailable for certain events organised by outside organisations, for which we are the ticket agent. Where applicable, Multi Buy Discounts only apply to an equal amount of tickets bought across the stated number of events.

COLLECTIONS & GROUPS

Tickets must be paid for at the time of booking, however, group bookings for live events (not cinema) of at least 10 people may be reserved for a pre-agreed time. This can be pre-arranged with the box office manager. You can collect your prepaid tickets from the box office at any time leading up to the performance, or we can post them to you for a charge of 99p. Tickets bought online incur a £1 transaction fee (not per ticket). The box office is open 9.30AM8PM, Monday to Saturday and an hour before shows on Sunday.

REFUNDS

We regret that we are unable to give cash refunds. If an event is sold out, we will try to resell unwanted tickets. An administration fee of £1 per transaction is charged for this service, if your tickets are sold on. We will credit your account for you to use against a future purchase. The management reserves the right to change the programme if necessary without notice.

CELLAR BAR

The Cellar Bar is open every evening with a large selection of wines, real ale and regular live music. Attending a live performance? Why not beat the rush at the interval and pre-order your drinks?

GALLERY BAR

Open during live shows and satellite screenings for pre-show and interval drinks and snacks.

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LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME WITH DR JANE MACKAY A TIGER’S TALE (M6 THEATRE)

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LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME WITH DR JANE MACKAY MACBETH (RSCLIVE) MANCHESTER CAMERATA (CLASSICAL SEASON)

FRI 6 APR 8PM A PINT OF COMEDY SAT 7 APR 7.30PM TRIO ISIMIZ (CLASSICAL SEASON) SUN 8 APR 3PM & 6.30PM RENT SCHOOL EDITION SAT 14 APR 5.30PM MET OPERA LIVE IN HD – LUISA MILLER WED 11 APR 11.30AM & 2.30PM FAIRYTALES GONE BAD (HALF-MOON/JOSEPH COELHO) WED 11 APR 7.30PM LEMN SISSAY MBE ‘SOMETHING DARK’ THU 12 APR 7.30PM DYLAN THOMAS’ CLOWN IN THE MOON FRI 13 APR 2PM ASH DICKINSON SLAM POETRY WORKSHOP FRI 13 APR 7.30PM GRACE SAVAGE & SUPPORT FRI 13 APR 9PM DIRTY POETRY SAT 14 APR 7.30PM ROGER MCGOUGH & LITTLE MACHINE PLUS SUPPORT SUN 15 APR 3PM AFTERNOON TEA WITH LOCAL POETS SUN 15 APR 7.30PM IN ALL MY HOLY MOUNTAIN WED 18 APR 7.30PM HISTORY TALK WITH DON CHISWELL THU 19 APR 7.30PM PHILIPPA MASSEY TALKS FRI 20 APR 8PM KATHRYN ROBERTS & SEAN LAKEMAN SAT 21 APR 7.30PM STAMFORD BRASS WED 25 APR 8PM PINT OF POETRY THU 26 APR 7.30PM THE DAMNED UNITED (RED LADDER THEATRE) SAT 28 APR 5.55PM MET OPERA LIVE IN HD – CENDRILLON

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APRIL

SAT 3 FEB 7.30PM KATHRYN STOTT (CLASSICAL SEASON) SUN 4 FEB 2PM CEZANNE – PORTRAITS OF A LIFE TUE 6 FEB 12.30PM LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME WITH DR JANE MACKAY FRI 9 FEB 7.30PM GRAHAM FELLOWS – COMPLETE OUT OF CHARACTER FRI 9 FEB 8PM THE ACOUSTIC STRAWBS SAT 10 FEB 5PM MET OPERA LIVE IN HD – L’ELISIR D’AMORE TUE 13 FEB 2.30PM DON’T DRIBBLE ON THE DRAGON WED 14 FEB 7PM TWELFTH NIGHT (RSCLIVE) FRI 16 FEB FROM 11AM FAMILY OPEN DAY FRI 16 FEB 8PM A PINT OF COMEDY TUE 20 FEB 7.30PM PHILIPPA MASSEY TALKS

FRI 2 MAR 8PM MARTIN HARLEY & DANIEL KIMBRO SUN 4 MAR 7.30PM A PANDEMONIUM OF POE TUE 6 MAR 12.30PM LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME WITH DR JANE MACKAY TUE 6-SAT 10 MAR 7.45PM AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE (STAMFORD SHOESTRING) SAT 10 MAR 7.30PM MOZARTISTS (CLASSICAL SEASON) WED 14 MAR 7.30PM HISTORY TALK WITH DON CHISWELL WED 14 MAR 8PM TEN (ACE DANCE AND MUSIC) THU 15 MAR 2PM MET OPERA LIVE IN HD – SEMIRAMIDE FRI 16 MAR 8PM A PINT OF COMEDY SAT 17 MAR 10.30AM SINGING DAY WITH ROWENA WHITEHEAD WED 21 MAR 1.30PM & 6.30PM NIGHT AT THE THEATRE (CASSONS & FRIENDS) THU 22 MAR 7PM JULIUS CAESAR (NTL) WED 28 MAR 8PM PINT OF POETRY SAT 31 MAR 5.55PM MET OPERA LIVE IN HD – COSI FAN TUTTE

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RAPUNZEL – A TANGLED TALE (POLKA DOT PANTOMIMES) FRI 5 JAN FROM 7.30PM NEW YEAR TRAD DANCE A LA FRANCE TUE 9 JAN 12.30PM LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME WITH DR JANE MACKAY WED 10 JAN 7.30PM HISTORY TALK WITH DON CHISWELL FRI 12 JAN 8PM A PINT OF COMEDY SAT 13 JAN 7.30PM BOXWOOD & BRASS (CLASSICAL SEASON) WED 17 JAN 7.30PM RGS (WITH IBG) TALK: LEON MCCARRON SAT 20 JAN 2PM DEAD SEA (LOUISE WHITE) FRI 26 JAN 7.30PM CHRIS HELME SAT 27 JAN 5.55PM MET OPERA LIVE IN HD – TOSCA SAT 27 JAN 7.30PM CLASSICAL FAVOURITES (STAMFORD CHAMBER ORCHESTRA) WED 31 JAN 8PM PINT OF POETRY

THU 4 – SUN 7 JAN

WED 21 FEB 7.30PM HISTORY TALK WITH DON CHISWELL WED 21 FEB 7.30PM THE DRIVE (ANGEL EXIT THEATRE) THU 22 FEB 7PM CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF (NTL) FRI 23 FEB 7.30PM FINDING NANA (NEW PERSPECTIVES / LOV) FRI 23 FEB 8PM BLOWZABELLA (DOORS AT 7.30PM) SAT 24 FEB 5.30PM MET OPERA LIVE IN HD – LA BOHEME WED 28 FEB 8PM PINT OF POETRY

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