Stamford Arts Centre live guide sept dec 2014 by Jo Dobbs

MUSIC

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SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2014

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French Bal Ballroom, Dance & Music Event Harmonica Workshop Blue Room, Workshop Aladdin – Polka Dot Pantos Theatre, Family

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Tues 2 Dec, 12.30pm Lit at Lunch Theatre, Talk FRI 5 DEC, 7PM BELLY DANCING Ballroom, Workshop Sat 6 Dec, 10am-4pm Digital Photography Burley Room, Workshop Sat 6 Dec, 11.30am/3pm The Snow Queen Theatre, Drama/Family Sat 6 Dec, 1.30pm Harmonica Workshop Blue Room, Workshop Sat 6 Dec, 7.30pm Handful of Harmonies Ballroom, Hired Event/Concert Tues 9-Sat 13 Dec, 7.45pm Cowardy Custard Theatre, Drama Wed 10 Dec, 7.30pm The Albion Christmas Band Ballroom, Folk Music Fri 12 Dec, 8pm So Comedy Night Ballroom, Comedy Sat 13 Dec, 9.30am Heartstitch Workshop Art Room, Workshop Sat 13 Dec, 10am Ipad Drawing Workshop Burley Room, Workshop Sat 13 Dec, 7.30pm Lyr Williams: Piano Ballroom, Classical Music Sun 14 Dec , 2pm Met Opera Theatre, Satellite Screening Wed 17 Dec, 7.30pm History Lecture, Don Chiswell Blue Room, Talk Sat 20 Dec, 2.30pm The Magic Porridge Pot Theatre, Family Sat 20 Dec, 8pm Christmas Ball Ballroom, Dance Event Mon 22 Dec, 10.30am/1.30pm Christmas Crafts Workshop Art Room, Workshop TUES 30 DEC, 7PM NT LIVE – JOHN Theatre, Satellite Screening

LIVE EVENTS

DECEMBER

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Thu 2 Oct, 7.30pm The Time Machine Theatre, Drama Sat 4 Oct, 1.30pm Harmonica Workshop Blue Room, Workshop Sat 4 Oct, 2.30pm Emily Brown and the Thing Theatre, Family Tues 7 Oct, 12.30pm Lit at Lunch Theatre, Talk Wed 8 Oct, 7.30pm Beauty and the Beast Theatre, Dance Fri 10 Oct, 8pm John Etheridge Ballroom, Blues Sat 11 Oct, 10am Astronomy Workshop Burley Room, Workshop Sat 11 Oct, 7.30pm London Mozart Players Ballroom, Classical Music Sun 12 Oct, 10am Painterly Still Life Art Room, Workshop Sun 12 Oct, 2pm Met Opera – Macbeth Theatre, Satellite Screening Wed 15 Oct, 7.30pm Great Expectations Theatre, Drama/Family Fri 17 Oct, 8pm So Comedy Night Ballroom, Comedy Sat 18 Oct, 10am Ipad Drawing Workshop Burley Room, Workshop Sat 18 Oct, 2pm Felting Club Art Room, Workshop Sat 18 Oct, 5.55pm Met Opera – Le Nozze di Figaro Theatre, Satellite Screening Sat 18 Oct, 8pm Finest Kind Ballroom, Folk Music Sun 19 Oct, 10am Interior Design Day Art Room, Workshop Wed 22 Oct, 7.30pm History Lecture, Don Chiswell Blue Room, Talk Sat 25 Oct, 9.30am Heartstitch Workshop Art Room, Workshop Mon 27 Oct, 10am-3pm Play in a Day Ballroom, Workshop Tues 28 Oct, 8pm Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman Ballroom, Folk Music Wed 29 Oct, 10am/1pm Chocolate Crafts Workshop Art Room, Workshop Fri 31 Oct, 10am/1pm Spooky Halloween Workshop Ballroom, Workshop

Sat 1 Nov, 1.30pm Harmonica Workshop Blue Room, Workshop Sat 1 Nov, 8pm John Shuttleworth Theatre, Comedy Sun 2 Nov, 10am-4pm Stained Glass Candle Box Art Room, Workshop Sun 2 Nov, 2pm Salute to the 1940s Ballroom, Hired Event/Concert Sun 2 Nov, 2pm Met Opera – Carmen Theatre, Satellite Screening Tues 4 Nov, 12.30pm Lit at Lunch Theatre, Talk Tues 4 Nov, 8pm Barbed Wire for Kisses Theatre, Drama/Music Thu 6-Sat 8 Nov, 7.30pm (Matinee 2.30pm Sat) A Christmas Carol Theatre, Drama/Musical Fri 7 Nov, 8pm The Unwanted Ballroom, Folk Music Sat 8 Nov, 9.30am Heartstitch Workshop Art Room, Workshop Sat 8 Nov, 10am-4pm Digital Photography Burley Room, Workshop Sat 8 Nov, 7.30pm Smetana Piano Trio Ballroom, Classical Music Wed 12 Nov, 7.30pm Nicholas Crane – RGS Talk Theatre, Talk Sat 15 Nov, 10am-4pm Digital Photography Art Room, Workshop Sat 15 Nov, 10am Ipad Drawing Workshop Burley Room, Workshop Sat 15 Nov, 8pm Stamford Chamber Orchestra Ballroom, Classical Music Tues 18 Nov, 7.30pm Our Friends, the Enemy Theatre, Drama/Spoken Word Wed 19 Nov, 8pm Blazin’ Fiddles Ballroom, Folk Music Thu 20 Nov, 7.30pm History Lecture Philippa Massey Theatre, Talk Sat 22 Nov, 2pm Felting Club Art Room, Workshop Sat 22 Nov, 5.55pm Met Opera – The Barber of Seville Ballroom, Satellite Screening Wed 26 Nov, 7.30pm History Lecture, Don Chiswell Blue Room, Talk Fri 28 Nov, 6.30pm Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies Theatre, Youth Theatre/Drama Fri 28 Nov, 7.30pm An Audience with Lucy Worsley Ballroom, Talk Sat 29 Nov, 11am Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies Theatre, Youth Theatre/Drama Sat 29 Nov, 10am/1.30pm Christmas Willow Burley Room, Workshop Sat 29 Nov, 7.30pm Peterborough Male Voice Choir Ballroom Hired Event/Concert

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Tues 2 Sept, 12.30pm Lit at Lunch Theatre, Talk Wed 3 Sept, 6pm-7.30pm Acoustic Cafe Gallery, Music Wed 3 Sept, 7pm The Two Gentlemen of Verona Theatre, Satellite Screening Thurs 4 Sept, 7pm NT Live – Medea Theatre, Satellite Screening Sat 6 Sept, 1.30pm Harmonica Workshop Blue Room, Workshop Sat 6 Sept, 7.30pm The Band From County Hell Ballroom, Folk music/Hired Event Sun 7 Sept, 2pm The Two Gentlemen of Verona Theatre, Satellite Screening Wed 10 Sept, 7.30pm First Do No Harm Theatre, Drama Tues 16-Sat 20 Sept, 7.45pm The Accrington Pals Theatre, Drama Wed 17 Sept, 7.30pm History Lecture Don Chiswell Blue Room, Talk Fri 19 Sept, 7pm Belly Dancing Ballroom, Workshop Sat 20 Sept, 2pm Felting Club Art Room, Workshop Sun 21 Sept, 2pm & 7pm NT Live – Medea Theatre, Satellite Screening Tues 23 Sept, 7.30pm History Lecture Philippa Massey Theatre, Talk Wed 24 Sept, 7pm Science Museum Greatest Hits Theatre, Gravity Fields/Family Thu 25 Sept, 7.30pm One Giant Leap Theatre, Gravity Fields/Family Fri 26 Sept, 7pm Gravity (12A) Theatre, Gravity Fields/Film Sat 27 Sept, 10am Ipad Drawing Workshop Burley Room, Workshop Sat 27 Sept, 5pm Voice of an Angle Theatre, Gravity Fields/Comedy Sat 27 Sept, 8pm Relativitively Speaking Theatre, Gravity Fields/Comedy Sun 28 Sept, 3pm Bubbles and Balloons Theatre, Gravity Fields/Family Tues 30 Sept, 2pm Afternoon Gardening Talk Ballroom, Talk

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LIVE EVENTS

SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2014

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WELLAND VALLEY ARTS SOCIETY

ONE WORLD WEEK Living Differently

A group of well-known local artists who regularly exhibit together both locally and nationally. Together they provide a mix of differing subjects, styles and media to please all types of tastes. Subjects include semi-abstracts, wildlife, landscapes, aviation and portraiture. Sat 13 Sept - Wed 1 Oct

The society gathers artists from the 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 6 Oct - Sat 18 Oct

Community groups together show how they move towards One World, despite huge differences in the circumstances under which people live - rich/poor, settled/displaced, in divided communities. Displays of artwork and projects undertaken by local students and pupils. Interactive displays, competitions and a large selection of Fair Trade goods on sale. Mon 20 Oct - Sat 25 Oct

Autumn Exhibition

Pop in to our box office from Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 8pm. You can call us on 01780 763203 or you can select your own seats online at www.stamfordartscentre.com. (Please note, on busy show nights, telephone bookings can be taken until 7.30pm).

COFFEE SHOP

Relax in our friendly foyer coffee shop or in the historical ante room

11 JOHN ALEXANDER ROUTLEDGE Born in Dumfriesshire Scotland, John has lived and worked locally for over 20 years. During this time he has made works which are concerned with taking an initial idea or concept from everyday life and working with it to bring about a somewhat aesthetic conclusion. John has recently shown work in the Changing Spaces Exhibition programme in Cambridge and at the Rooftop Gallery Exhibition space in Corby. Wed 29 Oct - Mon 17 Nov

WINTER WORKS

Christine Withall, Rene Viner, Denise Brown, Jeni Cairns Creative arts influenced by the ending of summer followed by the start of autumn and winter, the comforting memories of balmy summer days on a chilly winter’s evening. Each artist’s thoughts and reflections about the ever changing seasons and what it means to each of them. Fri 21 Nov - Tues 9 Dec

Crispin Heesom An exhibition of Crispin’s work which is concerned with landscape in the widest sense of the word and aims to work on the borderline between abstraction and figuration. Crispin has shown widely around Britain and abroad since graduating from Byam Shaw School of Art. Sat 13 Dec - Sat 3 Jan

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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 & 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 e-mail stamtic@southkesteven.gov.uk

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LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME

HENRY MILLER ‘THE COLOSSUS OF MAROUSSI’ For many years a banned writer for his ‘Sexus’, ‘Plexus’ and ‘Nexus’ trilogy and his ‘Tropic of Cancer’ and ‘Tropic of Capricorn’ books, come and meet a very different Henry Miller. This book is one of the most beautiful travel books about Greece ever written. His scandalous lifestyle and literary reputation have overshadowed it.

WITH DR JANE MACKAY

WALTER SCOTT ‘THE BRIDE OF LAMMERMOOR’

The film ‘Henry and June’(18) about Miller’s relationship with his wife is a 1990 classic starring Uma Thurman and Richard E.Grant at 2.30pm - 136mins

Scott’s Gothic romance has spawned operas and theatrical performances worldwide. A wonderful exploration of the evil of the ‘dead hand’ of the parent forcing a son to take vengeance and the tragic consequences. Tues 2 Sept - Talks start at 12.30pm Talks £6.50 (£6) Talk

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In light of the reaction to the recent TV adaptation of Du Maurier’s ‘Jamaica Inn’, it seems time to look at what really makes Du Maurier tick. This short book is totally different to the Hitchcock film version... so what is it really about? Come and see if we can reach a conclusion and perhaps stay and compare the film in the afternoon. At 2.30pm see the 1963 film ‘The Birds’ (15) 120 mins Tues 7 Oct - Talks start at 12.30pm (films at 2.30pm)

Talks £6.50 (£6) Films £5.50 Talk

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LOUISA ALCOTT ‘LITTLE WOMEN’

DAPHNE DU MAURIER ‘THE BIRDS’

Talks £6.50 (£6) Films £5.50 Talk

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This famous classic has warmed hearts since Alcott first introduced us to the charming March family and their experiences during the American Civil War. Alcott’s own life was easily as exciting as the characters in her many books. Let’s meet a Civil War nurse who made us love small town America. With 1949 film Little Women (U) 121 mins starring Janet Leigh and Elizabeth Taylor at 2.30pm Mulled wine & mince pies in the gallery between talk and film. Tues 2 Dec - Talks start at 12.30pm (films at 2.30pm) Talks £6.50 (£6) Films £5.50 Talk

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We are looking for local musicians, singers and writers aged between 12 - 25 to come along and showcase their talents in the casual atmosphere of the arts centre gallery/café. This is your chance to try out new material and perform in front of a welcoming audience. Interested?For more info and to book your slot contact Alice at alice@lincolnshireonevenues.com or search for ‘Stamford Acoustic Cafe’ on Facebook.

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RSC LIVE

Simon Godwin makes his RSC debut to direct Shakespeare’s exuberant romantic comedy. Valentine and Proteus are best friends, until they fall in love with the same girl. Having travelled to Milan in search of adventure, they both fall for the Duke’s daughter Silvia. But Proteus is already sworn to his sweetheart, Julia, at home in Verona, and the Duke thinks Valentine is not good enough for his Silvia. With friendship forgotten, the rivals’ affections quickly get out of hand as the four young lovers find themselves on a wild chase through the woods, confused by mistaken identity and threatened by fierce outlaws before they find a path to reconciliation. Wed 3 Sept 7pm LIVE Sun 7 Sept 2pm ENCORE

£14 (£12) £10 students and groups of 10 or more Satellite Screening

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NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE

Helen McCrory (The Last of the Haussmans) returns to the National Theatre to take the title role in Euripides’ powerful tragedy, in a new version by Ben Power, directed by Carrie Cracknell. Medea is a wife and a mother. For the sake of her husband, Jason, she’s left her home and borne two sons in exile. But when he abandons his family for a new life, Medea faces banishment and separation from her children. Cornered, she begs for one day’s grace. It’s time enough. She exacts an appalling revenge and destroys everything she holds dear. 100 mins no interval

Thurs 4 Sept 7pm LIVE Sun 21 Sept 2pm & 7pm ENCORE £14 (£12) £10 students and groups of 10 or more Satellite Screening

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HARMONICA WORKSHOP WITH STEVE LOCKWOOD

Wed 3 Sept, 1 Oct, 5 Nov & 3 Dec 6pm - 7.30pm Free

THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA

Gallery/Ante Room

Harmonica master Steve continues to write and deliver all new workshops especially for Stamford Arts Centre! Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced, play pop, rock, blues rhythms, cool country wails, pitch bend all the way down and jam along with rockin’ solos. Harmonicas (diatonic) in C are available on the day for £8. Sat 6 Sept, 4 Oct, 1 Nov, 6 Dec & 3 Jan 1.30pm - 5pm 12 years + £25 Workshop

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HISTORY LECTURES BY DON CHISWELL WILLIAM CECIL, LORD BURGHLEY

THE OLD CONTEMPTIBLES

THE BATTLE OF BANNOCKBURN

Chief adviser to Elizabeth I as Secretary of State from 1558 and Lord High Treasurer from 1572 helped guide England through perilous times. He was largely responsible for the religious settlement of 1558, took a key role in the proceedings leading to the execution of Mary Queen of Scots, countered foreign and domestic threats to the Realm and did much to promote trade and industry. On his death, a grieving Elizabeth was convinced that ‘No prince in Europe hath such a councillor as I have in mine’.

The story of the British Expeditionary Force (B.E.F.) the ‘contemptible little army’ sent to defend Belgium at the outbreak of war in 1914.

Forget Braveheart. What really happened 700 years ago at Bannockburn, the most famous of all the battles of the Scottish Wars of Independence? How did Robert the Bruce’s army come to fight and defeat the numerically superior English of Edward II and what were the consequences?

BY DON CHISWELL

THE BAND FROM COUNTY HELL

POETRY AT STAMFORD ARTS CENTRE

FIRST DO NO HARM

After last year’s superb evening with Julie McLelland & The Band From County Hell we are delighted to see them return to Stamford Arts Centre to deliver their own unique style of Celtic music and song. The Band From County Hell are a five-piece Celtic rock band and have been described as one of the most exciting and original Celtic bands on today’s circuit. The present line up of the band includes three members of the McLelland family with Ben McLelland leading the melody on fiddle, whistle and accordion. www.bfch.co.uk

Here at Stamford Arts Centre we now have a thriving poetry scene! We host free monthly writing workshops and Pint of Poetry events. Join the new poet laureate Bill Taylor and local poets for a relaxed Pint of Poetry in our cellar bar, just turn up and enjoy the poetry or have a go at performing your own! Writing group 6.30-8.30pm Burley Room Mon 8 Sept, 13 Oct, 10 Nov Pint of Poetry 8pm Cellar Bar Wed 24 Sep, 29 Oct, 26 Nov

This powerful, fast-moving play by Lincolnshire playwright Hilary Spiers dramatises a forgotten corner of local history. Harold and Maud Leggett arrive in a small market town in the Fens where Harold is to practise as the town’s only ‘Panel’ doctor, under Lloyd George’s controversial health and welfare reforms. The established medical fraternity, led by the redoubtable Dr Ridgeway, is firmly opposed to the new system and soon Harold and Ridgeway are at loggerheads. The consequences are catastrophic.

Sat 6 Sept 7.30pm

Sept - Nov

Wed 10 Sept 7.30pm

£10 (£8) Folk/Hired Event

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TEA AND TENACITY THEATRE COMPANY

£12(£10) Drama

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Wed 17 Sept 7.30pm £5 (£4) Talk

Wed 22 Oct 7.30pm £5 (£4) Talk

Blueroom

Wed 26 Nov 7.30pm £5 (£4) Talk

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THE TRANSPORT REVOLUTION: CANALS, ROADS AND RAILWAYS 1750-1850

In a little over a hundred years the building of canals, roads and railways by the engineers such as Brindley, Metcalf, Macadam, Telford, the Stephensons and Brunel, together with their armies of Navvies, was to revolutionize Britain’s transport system. This revolution not only facilitated industrial growth and urbanization but changed Britain’s society and culture forever. Wed 17 Dec 7.30pm £5 (£4) Talk

THE ACCRINGTON PALS

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How did Haldane’s reforms lead to the creation of this small professional army which against great odds and at a heavy cost halted the advance of the Kaiser’s armies and denied them victory?

Blueroom

BY PETER WHELAN STAMFORD SHOESTRING THEATRE

BELLY DANCING WORKSHOP

‘One of the best plays ever about the First World War’ The Guardian

WITH MS JAE

Set in Accrington in 1914 to1916 the fictional story is based on real lives of the women left behind during WW1; having to adapt to new patterns of life, facing financial and sexual deprivation, undergoing the social changes resulting from the absence of many men. Often funny, ultimately sad, the play paints a moving and powerful picture of civilian life during war-time. Its unique quality is seeing war through the eyes of private soldiers and their women rather than officers and their ladies. An amateur performance by our resident theatre company. Tues 16 - Sat 20 Sept 7.45pm £10 (£8) Drama

Come shimmy and shake in this Turkish Belly Dance Workshop for fun and low impact fitness. Beginners learn to the beat of exotic music and those with experience can enjoy layering in those extra magical moves whilst the calories melt away! Dress to impress or wear flowing skirt or leggings with close fitting top. Everyone is welcome to this friendly, relaxed class. Fri 19 Sept & Fri 5 Dec 7pm - 9pm

16 + £7.50 Workshop

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FELTING CLUB WITH EVE MARSHALL

Learn or develop your skills of felting fibres in these half day classes. Lots of techniques will be taught and participants will come away with a complete and unique piece of art at the end of each class. We will be exploring Merino, Shetland and other wool fibres and combining them with silk, sparkle, nepps, and lots of other natural materials. The autumn term focuses on wet felting but needle felting and embellishing the finished pieces will also be taught. These classes are perfect for people of all abilities.

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Sat 20 Sept: Wet Felted Handbags & Purses Sat 18 Oct: Wet Felted Mittens Sat 22 Nov: Cobweb Felted Scarf 2pm to 5pm £18 each class Workshop

Le Geek, c’est chic! An award-winning hour of stand-up science, songs and silliness from the UK’s premiere geek songstress and purveyor of the finest musical comedy. Join one third of Festival of the Spoken Nerd as she sings about maths, graphs and Archimedes’ baths as you’ve never heard them before. A musical comedy show about maths, graphs and Archimedes’ baths from Festival of the Spoken Nerd’s award-winning geek songstress Helen Arney. www.helenarney.com 1hr

Art Room (Upstairs)

GRAVITY FIELDS EVENTS

Sat 27 Sept 5pm £7 (£5) Gravity Fields Festival/Comedy

SCIENCE MUSEUM GREATEST HITS

ONE GIANT LEAP

GRAVITY (12A)

At the Science Museum, there’s nothing we like better than an experiment that makes your jaw hit the floor. So we’ve chosen all our favourite demos and packed them into this explosive show for all ages! From rockets to ‘magic’ tricks, from instant ice cream to earth-shaking bangs, this is science at its most entertaining! 1hr

A funny and serious spin through the solar system and back down to Earth. One Giant Leap is an impossible attempt to bring the universe into a theatre. Iain Johnstone’s passionate solo performance takes us on a spin through the solar system and then back down to Earth. ‘Head-spinning’ - Guardian 1hrs 10 mins

The feature film Gravity (in 2D) is presented at Stamford Arts Centre, following the presentation on Thursday 25th September in Grantham, by Stuart Penn from Framestore about creating the film’s special effects. Gravity won an Oscar for Special Effects.

Wed 24 Sept 7pm 3 years + families £7 (£5) Gravity Fields Festival/Family

WEE STORIES THEATRE

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Thu 25 Sept 7.30pm 10 years + £10 (£7) Gravity Fields Festival/Family

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Fri 26 Sept 7pm £3.50 Film

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ALBERT EINSTEIN

BUBBLES AND BALLOONS!

RELATIVITIVELY SPEAKING

Join the genius behind the übercoolest moustache in science, for a lecture like no other. Songs, history, puns, and even proper peer-reviewed theoretical physics. ‘Something close to brilliance’ - The Times ‘The clearest - and certainly the funniest - explanation of the Theory of Relativity I know’ - John Lloyd (creator of QI) Suitable for bright sparks of any age from 11+. Family show, but some innuendo and language makes it a PG. 1hr Sat 27 Sept 8pm 11 years + £10 (£7) Gravity Fields Festival/Comedy

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Can you make a bubble last forever? Can bubbles be made square? Are you brave enough to stick a skewer in a balloon? Or even make a balloon helicopter? You will be sure to be excited by our giant bubbles and whizzing balloons, they will have their curiosity stirred and will be encouraged to explore the properties of materials. This and so much more are covered in this interactive and memorable show! www. sciencemadesimple.co.uk 40mins Sun 28 Sept 3pm 5 - 11 years + £7 (£5) Gravity Fields Festival/Family

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HISTORY LECTURE - WITH PHILIPPA MASSEY

TALL STORIES

Something MONSTROUS is keeping Emily Brown awake…

IPAD DRAWING & PAINTING WORKSHOP STAMFORD IN THE 1870S

A VIRTUAL WALK ALONG RYHALL ROAD

How different was the town of 140 years ago? Philippa Massey explores life in the town, its shops and industries, work, housing and entertainment. 1 hr approx

From the eastern end of St Paul’s St to the edge of the town, Philippa explores the major institutions and industries which were sited there, and the changes that have occurred. 1 hr approx

Tues 23 Sept 7.30pm

Thurs 20 Nov 7.30pm

£5 (£4.50) Talk

Theatre £5 (£4.50) Talk

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An introduction to digital drawing & painting on Ipad and similar tablets. There are wonderful apps for tablets that provide artists with all the tools to create original artwork using the subtleties of tone, texture and colour available to users of traditional materials. In this one day workshop you will explore a variety of mark-making techniques through demonstrations and practical exercises. Please bring along your iPad (or similar) and a stylus if possible (available cheaply from discount shops). Recommended apps: Brushes & Procreate.

Tall Stories are proud to present their new show, based on the much-loved book by Cressida Cowell and Neal Layton. One evening, Emily and her old grey rabbit Stanley hear a Thing crying outside their window. Emily and Stanley set off on incredible adventures to find the Thing’s cuddly, his bedtime milk and his medicine… But nothing seems to help him settle. What’s really troubling the Thing - and will anyone ever get to sleep? Find out in this magical, musical show! 1hr no interval Sat 4 Oct 2.30pm

3 years + Theatre £7.50 (£6.50) £26 family of four Family Show

Sat 27 Sept 10am - 4pm Workshop is repeated on 18 Oct, 15 Nov & 13 Dec 14 yrs - adult £50 Workshop

Burley Room (upstairs)

THE TIME MACHINE: AN INVENTION

JOHN ETHERIDGE (Solo)

BY H G WELLS Adapted and performed by R M Lloyd Parry ‘I have lived such days as no man has lived before.’

AFTERNOON GARDENING TALK MARIE CURIE CANCER CARE

Guest speakers for this afternoon talk will be Ursula Buchan on Edible Gardening in Small Spaces and Bunny Guinness who will talk about her intimate experience of visiting and exploring Highgrove, the world’s most famous organic garden, home of HRH Prince of Wales. Afternoon tea is included in the ticket price.

Tues 30 Sept 2pm £17.50 Talk

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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST BALLET CYMRU

Award-winning Ballet Cymru return to Stamford with their sparkling and refreshing ballet based on the classic fairy tale of Beauty and the Beast. Brought to life using the company’s unique blend of classical ballet technique and storytelling and featuring stunning costumes, breathtaking choreography and heartbreaking passion - this production is the most thrilling and entertaining dance event of the year. www.welshballet.co.uk

1895. In a suburban garden, beneath a waning moon, a man lies beside a remarkable machine. He has a story to tell. A story of darkness and light. Of fire and fear. Of Eloi and Morlocks. An unbelievable story of the future, that he insists is true. Nunkie Theatre Company brings H G Wells’s science fiction classic to life, in a thrilling, new one-man show. www.nunkie.co.uk 2 hrs including interval Thurs 2 Oct 7.30pm 12 years + £12 (£10) £8.50 for students and groups Drama

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Wed 8 Oct 7.30pm £15 (£14) £12 students or groups of 10 or more Dance

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with SPECIAL GUEST KIT HOLMES

Enjoy an uplifting evening of: blues, folk, jazz, African grooves and much more from two outstanding guitarists. JOHN ETHERIDGE is one of the world’s most respected guitarists and his music spans a myriad of styles and influences. This is a rare opportunity to see John performing solo.’I never wanted to be a star, just a highly respected musician like John Etheridge.’ Sting - The Guardian KIT HOLMES Kit’s trademark sultry vocals and virtuoso guitar playing have wowed audiences across the UK through extensive touring. Kit’s third album, Driving into the Blue features the legendary double bass player Danny Thompson. Fri 10 Oct 8pm £16 (£15) Blues

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ASTRONOMY WORKSHOP THE STORY OF LIGHT

What is a light year? How do we know the distances and speeds of galaxies? Why does nothing travel faster than light? What do other forms of light tell us about the Universe? Find out about how the nature of light in this fun and practical workshop.

Sat 11 Oct 10am - 4pm 16 years + £25

Art Room (upstairs)

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LONDON MOZART PLAYERS

SO COMEDY

Piazzolla Four Seasons of Buenos Aires R Panufnik Indian Summer (from Four World Seasons) Vivaldi Four Seasons Tasmin Little Director/Soloist

Brett Goldstein ‘A master class of content and timing’ - Sunday Herald ‘An expert blend of performance, emotion and gags’ - Sunday Times Anna Morris ‘Terrific writing and an exceptional performance’ - The Skinny ‘Spot-on, darkly comic characters... she’s comedy gold’ - Huffington Post Tom Toal ‘Funny and touching...very entertaining’ - Three Weeks ‘One of the most promising emerging comics’ - Chortle

The London Mozart Players return to Stamford with internationally acclaimed Tasmin Little as soloist/ director to play a concert centred around the seasons. They begin with Piazzolla’s ‘Four Seasons of Buenos Aires’ which is based on tango rhythms but quotes from Vivaldi’s ‘Four Seasons’. The seasons in South America are followed by ‘Indian Summer’, a short movement from a work, ‘Four World Seasons’, written for Tasmin Little by Roxanne Panufnik to celebrate the Olympics in 2012. The second half of the concert is the ever popular work, Vivaldi’s ‘Four Seasons’. Sat 11 Oct 7.30pm

£22 (£20) under 26 £10 Buy for any 3 concerts or more in the series and get £2 off each ticket Classical Music

Anna Morris

Fri 17 Oct 8pm

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£15 (£13) £12 students and groups of 10+ Comedy

Tom Toal

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Brett Goldstein

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PAINTERLY STILL LIFE IN ACRYLIC OR OILS WITH CATHERINE HEADLEY

‘Painterly’ it’s a word that describes an attractive paint surface, varied in colour, sensitive in application. A faithful representation of a subject is less important than the way it is painted. Learn a sound method of painting, from pre-staining to final touches. With guidance and demonstration you will practise handling paint for a fresh and painterly effect. Advice sheets on what to bring, for acrylic and oil painters are available from the box office or to download from our website. Please note preparation of board or canvas. Max 10 places.

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Star soprano Anna Netrebko delivers her searing portrayal of Lady Macbeth, the mad and murderous mate of Zeljko Lucic’s doomed Macbeth, for the first time at the Met. Adrian Noble’s chilling production of Verdi’s masterful adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragedy also stars Joseph Calleja as the noble Macduff and René Pape as Banquo. Fabio Luisi conducts. Approx 3hrs 13mins

£20 (£18) Satellite Screening

GREAT EXPECTATIONS

MET OPERA – LE NOZZE DE FIGARO

‘Ask no questions, and you’ll be told no lies.’ London Contemporary Theatre presents a new exciting adaptation of Charles Dickens exciting tale of crime and criminality.

Met Music Director James Levine conducts a spirited new production of Mozart’s masterpiece, directed by Richard Eyre, who sets the action of this classic domestic comedy in a 19th-century manor house in Seville, but during the gilded age of the late 1920s.

LONDON CONTEMPORARY THEATRE

Sun 12 Oct 2pm ENCORE

Sun 12 Oct 10am - 4pm 16 years + £35 Workshop

MET OPERA – MACBETH

Join us as we journey with Pip through a modern Dickensian England meeting some of the most elaborate characters in literature. Using live original music London Contemporary Theatre make their classical productions accessible and fun for all. Wed 15 Oct 7.30pm

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Dashing bass-baritone Ildar Abdrazakov leads the cast in the title role of the clever servant, opposite Marlis Petersen as his bride, Susanna, Peter Mattei as the philandering Count they work for, Marina Poplavskaya as the long-suffering Countess, and Isabel Leonard as the libidinous pageboy Cherubino. Approx 3hrs 52mins Sat 18 Oct 5.55PM LIVE £20 (£18) Satellite Screening

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FINEST KIND

INTERIOR DESIGN DAY

Finest Kind is a remarkable folk trio from Ottawa, Canada whose exquisite harmony singing and brilliant vocal arrangements bring a fresh sense of excitement and discovery to the performance of old songs. Ian Robb, Ann Downey and Shelley Posen’s glorious sound is served up with easygoing humour, has won a devoted following across North America, Europe and the UK. The exhilarating mix of repertoire. British, American, Irish, and Canadian traditional ballads keep company with gospel rousers, drinking songs, sea shanties, and pop oldies.

This fun and inspiring workshop will help you understand interior design and give you the tools you need to transform your home. Tutor: Angelique Wisse. Course fee includes refreshments and all course materials. Please contact Angelique for group discounts on angelique@ateliernest.co.uk Limited to 10 places.

Sat 18 Oct 8pm £14 (£12) Folk

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Sun 19 Oct 10am - 4pm £55 Workshop

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OCTOBER noveMBER HEARTSTITCH In partnership with Live and Learn CIC and funded by Lincolnshire County Council’s adult learning programme. Suitable for complete beginners or those with some experience of decoupage. Customise your Fairy Lights… Vintage Style Sat 25 Oct 9.30am - 12.30pm Personalise your fairy lights by adding vintage-style fabric motifs. Ideas for Christmas (& Halloween) will be explored. Please bring at least 1 set of fairy lights.

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY PLAY IN A DAY Join us for this brilliant play in a day with tutor Liz Paige and follow Charlie on his adventures around Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory with themed games, songs and extracts from the script to be performed to parents at the end of the day at 3pm. It will be choc full of fun! Please bring a packed lunch and a drink.

Christmas Decorations Sat 8 Nov 9.30am - 12.30pm The simplest of materials and sewing techniques can make chic and contemporary Christmas decorations. Come and join us to learn how.

Mon 27 Oct 10am - 3pm 7-12 years £18 for the day Workshop

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Contemporary Xmas Wreaths Sat 13 Dec 9.30am - 12.30pm Make your own on-trend wreath to hang on the front door or to decorate the table on Christmas day. Oct - Dec For adults aged 19 + FREE (LIMITED PLACES) Workshops

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KATHRYN ROBERTS AND SEAN LAKEMAN Winner: Best Duo ~ BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2013 Two of the British folk scenes most accomplished performers, Kathryn and Sean have graced stages the world over in a number of guises, however, the intimacy and strength of passion shown as a duo, combined with an eclectic repertoire ensures a rare treat for any listener. With a story that includes music making with the likes of Seth Lakeman, Cara Dillon, Kate Rusby and Show of Hands, Kathryn and Sean have established themselves as pillars of modern British folk. Don’t miss their concert! Tues 28 Oct 8pm £15 (£13) Folk

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JOHN SHUTTLEWORTH A WEE KEN TO REMEMBER

CHOCOLATE CRAFTS WORKSHOP

THE QUEENS KNICKERS

SPOOKY HALLOWEEN WORKSHOP

Design and decorate using chocolate and other sweet treats!

This children’s classic is a comedy for wise young children about hysterical adults, told by two elastic actors. Everyone can see the Queen’s smart outfits but what does she wear ‘u-n-d-e-r-n-e-a-t-h’? A celebration of the garments we all wear but never show, this children’s classic is inventively told combining stand-up comedy, clowning and lots of fun!

Have fun in the Ballroom with Liz Paige at our Halloween themed day. Create a mask, decorate a spider to frighten your Mum and Dad and join in with some fun Halloween stories and songs.

Join Liz Paige for this fun workshop which will include singing, chocolate crafts and more!

THE EGG & SOUTHBANK CENTRE

It’s all about knickers but it definitely won’t be pants! 50 mins no interval Wed 29 Oct 10am - 12noon OR 1pm - 3pm 6-12 years £7 per session Workshop

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Wed 29 Oct 2pm 3 years + £9.50 (£8.50) £32 family of four Family Show

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Fri 31 Oct 10am - 12noon OR 1pm - 3pm 6-12 years Ballroom (under 6s can come but should be accompanied) £7 child per session Workshop

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As heard recently on BBC Radio 4’s ‘John Shuttleworth’s Lounge Music’ Versatile singer/organist, John Shuttleworth, wants to share fond memories of his favourite past weekends. However, a typo on the poster means John is obliged to spend the evening paying homage to his next-door neighbour and sole agent - the diminutive Ken Worthington. He’ll probably end up doing both! In this brand new show, Shuttleworth (‘Sheffield’s funniest man’ The Times) will perform classic tunes such as ‘I Can’t Go Back To Savoury Now’ as well as new ditties like ‘Bitter Sweet Memories’ and ‘Relatives In Rotherham’. ‘His stand up is second to none’ - The Guardian Sat 1 Nov 8pm £10 Special Tour Preview price Comedy

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COLLEGE PLAYERS ADAPTED BY ERIC JONES Set in Dickensian London this musical version is true to the classic Christmas story.

STAINED GLASS CANDLE BOX WORKSHOP CATHI PRINCE OF SHEDGLAS DESIGN

During this workshop we are working with the copper foiling method to produce an attractive candle box. By cutting the coloured glass to shape, foiling each piece and soldering them together the four sides of the candle box are made. These are then soldered together with a base to make the completed piece. The finished candle boxes are ideal for night lights and cast beautiful colours when lit. All designs and a selection of coloured glass are provided. Limited to 8 places. This workshop takes place in the upstairs Art Room. Sun 2 Nov 10am - 4pm 16 years + £45 for the day Workshop

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On Christmas Eve miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by three Spirits, all attempting to show him the error of his ways. The Cratchit family, including Tiny Tim, the Fezziwigs and Scrooge’s own family, past and present, combined with new songs and dancing create a delightfully entertaining family show. An amateur production courtesy of Stage Scripts.

A SALUTE TO THE 1940S MET OPERA – The ultimate 40’s variety show returns after a highly CARMEN successful show in March. Come and see all your old favourites portrayed in this fantastic show, George Formby, Gracie Fields, Andrews Sisters, G.I Frank Sinatra and the UK No.1 Vera Lynn tribute, Lorrie Brown. Plus a special tribute to the performers of WW1. ‘If it’s 1940s you want, these are the people’. Phil Spain. Ramsgate Tunnels 1940’s weekend. ‘Fantastic Evenings entertainment. Best night we have had, There are not enough superlatives to say how great this show is’ Severn Valley Railway 1940’s weekend. Sun 2 Nov 2pm £12.50 £10 for over 60s Concert/Hire

Richard Eyre’s mesmerizing production of Bizet’s steamy melodrama returns with mezzo-soprano Anita Rachvelishvili singing her signature role of the ill-fated gypsy temptress. Aleksandrs Antonenko plays her desperate lover, the soldier Don José, and Ildar Abdrazakov is the swaggering bullfighter, Escamillo, who comes between them. Pablo Heras-Casado conducts the irresistible score, which features one beloved and instantly recognizable melody after another. Approx 3hrs 38mins

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THE UNWANTED Featuring Cathy Jordan, singer of Dervish, Seamie O’Dowd (formerly of Dervish), and harmonica/ concertina wizard Rick Epping The Unwanted play ‘Music from the Transatlantic Fringe’ - the combined traditions of Ireland, Appalachia and the US more widely. Music has crossed the Atlantic between Ireland & America in both directions for several centuries, through generations of movement & migration, leave-taking & homecoming. Lyrics and melodies borrowed from one shore washed up on the other side of the Atlantic, only to return again later, peopled with new characters and placed in different historical and geographical settings. The Unwanted explore this musical journey across the Atlantic, drawing from the flow of history to create their own unique brand of Irish Americana. Fri 7 Nov 8pm

Hugh Lupton, Nick Hennessey, John Dipper and James Patterson With the passing of the last survivors, the events of the Great War are slipping beyond human memory. In a powerfully moving performance, acclaimed storytellers Hugh Lupton and Nick Hennessey and musicians John Dipper and James Patterson tell the story of the ‘the war to end all wars’ through the stories of the families in one small Lincolnshire village. Personal accounts of life and death and the memories of families at home open a deeply human window onto the trauma that shaped the 20th Century.

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Sun 2 Nov 2pm ENCORE £20 (£18) Satellite Screening

BARBED WIRE FOR KISSES (A VILLAGE AT WAR)

£10 (£9) £5 for students and groups Storytelling/Music

£9.50 (£8.50) £8 for groups of 10 or more Drama

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ADVERSE CAMBER

Tues 4 Nov 8pm

Thurs 6 - Sat 8 Nov 7.30pm Matinee Sat 2.30pm

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DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS Do you want to turn your camera off the automatic setting? Then this is the course for you. We will also look at the fundamentals of composition. www.bobdavisphotography.co.uk

Suk: Piano Trio in C Minor, op2 Smetana: Piano Trio in G minor, op15 Dvorak: Trio Op 90 ‘Dumky’ The Smetana Trio, founded in the year 1934 by the legendary Czech pianist, Josef Palenicek, is one of the foremost Czech ensembles. The cellist, Jan Palenicek, son of the founder, continues the tradition of this renowned piano trio. The trio performs chamber music worldwide as well as collaborating with international orchestras in performances of the Beethoven Triple Concerto. They have recorded many of the major piano trios for Supraphon and have won a host of international awards. They bring to Stamford a programme of Czech music by Suk, Smetana and Dvorak’s unique ‘Dumky for Piano Trio’. Sat 8 Nov 7.30pm

Sat 8 Nov 10am - 4pm 16 years + £60 Workshop

SMETANA PIANO TRIO

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NICHOLAS CRANE MAPLINES Where would we be without maps? Drawing on journeys and film-shoots ranging from the Hindu Kush to Tibet and from the Pyrenees to the Pennines, writer and broadcaster Nicholas Crane explores the way maps open the door to geographical enlightenment. Nicholas Crane is a geographical writer and broadcaster. He has written a biography of the Renaissance mapmaker Gerard Mercator and travel books describing a 10,000km walk along Europe’s mountain watershed, and a walk along Britain’s prime meridian. He has presented over 70 films for the BBC, including the series Map Man, Great British Journeys, Britannia, Coast and Town. Wed 12 Nov 7.30pm £12 (£10) RGS £9 Talk

BLAZIN’ FIDDLES Take a group of the hottest contemporary fiddle players from the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, mix with some wonderfully sympathetic keyboard and guitar arrangements and you’ve got the award winning Blazin’ Fiddles!. Blending solo and ensemble sets, aged with the occasional insightful tale, they all come together in a fiery blend to excite your senses. From remote village halls to the BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall, fiddlers Jenna Reid, Bruce MacGregor, Rua Macmillan and Kristan Harvey are joined by Anna Massie on guitar/fiddle and Angus Lyon on keyboard to deliver a musically intoxicating evening for all. 2 x 45mins

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Wed 19 Nov 8pm £16 (£15) Folk

STAMFORD CHAMBER ORCHESTRA ASTRONOMY WORKSHOP THE STORY OF GRAVITY

What is gravity? What are Black Holes and worm-holes? Why do objects orbit and spin? What is Dark Matter and Dark Energy? Why does the Universe expand? How did the Universe start? Find out about the nature of gravity in this fun and practical workshop.

Sat 15 Nov 10am - 4pm 16 years + £25 Workshop

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Symphony no.93 in D Horn Concerto no.1 in E flat Sam Pearce horn Mendelssohn Symphony no.4 in A (‘Italian’)

Haydn’s first symphony for London, Mendelssohn’s sunny and high-spirited ‘Italian’ symphony, and Strauss’s present for his father’s 60th birthday open the SCO’s sixth season of concerts under the inspiring baton of conductor Ben Palmer. Soloist Sam Pearce is a busy freelance musician based in London: Principal Horn in the Orchestra of St Paul’s and other ensembles, and a frequent player with the Philharmonia Orchestra, he is also a founder member of the critically-acclaimed ensemble Oompah Brass. Sat 15 Nov 8pm

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£12.50 (£10.50, child £5) Classical Music

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MET OPERA – IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA

ROBIN AND THE SHERWOOD HOODIES

The Met’s effervescent production of Rossini’s classic comedy - featuring some of the most instantly recognizable melodies in all of opera - stars Isabel Leonard as the feisty Rosina, Lawrence Brownlee as her conspiring flame, and Christopher Maltman as the endlessly resourceful and charming barber, himself. Michele Mariotti conducts the vivid and tuneful score. Approx 3 hrs 30 mins

Presented by Stamford Arts Centre Youth Theatre Discover the hilarious truth behind the legend of Robin Hood in this brand new musical comedy! From the writer of Pirates of the Curry Bean and Porridge comes a toe-tickling tale of tights, fights and footlights. This hysterical show is a riotous romp through the medieval mayhem of Merry England, splattered with shocks and surprises, crazy characters and comic capers. With a score full of catchy, showstopping songs this musical comedy is on target to send you all a-quiver!

Sat 22 Nov 5.55pm LIVE £20 (£18) Satellite Screening

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BY CRAIG HAWES

Fri 28 Nov 6.30pm & Sat 29 Nov 11am £6 (£5) £20 for family of 4 Youth Theatre

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AN AUDIENCE WITH LUCY WORSLEY OUR FRIENDS, THE ENEMY The Western Front, Christmas 1914: lights appear from the German trenches and soldiers meet between the firing lines. The events which follow are the most astounding stories of the Great War told through the eyes of one soldier. Private James Boyce takes us on a magical, haunting journey through the events surrounding the Christmas truce. Our Friends, The Enemy is an acclaimed oneman show combining theatre and spoken word.

‘A haunting and powerful work’ - Scottish Daily Mail Tues 18 Nov 7.30pm £10 (£8) £6.50 for students and groups Drama/Spoken Word

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Lucy Worsley takes you on a journey through the weird world of the Georgian court by telling the story of her favourite queen, Caroline. Wife of the almost-forgotten King George II, Caroline was the fattest, funniest and cleverest queen ever to sit on the throne. Using eighteenth-century paintings, court memoirs, palace diaries and intimate letters, Lucy recounts the adventures and trials of Caroline’s life, explaining the unlikely turn of events that led an orphaned princess from a tiny German state to sit upon the British throne. The talk ties in with Lucy’s recent BBC Four series, ‘The First Georgians’, and her book ‘Courtiers, The Secret History of the Georgian Court’. Fri 28 Nov 7.30pm £20 (£18) Talk

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deceMBER AN EVENING WITH A HANDFUL OF HARMONIES This evening’s concert brings together 60 local singers from across Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire with some classic songs some you will know and some will be a wonderful new experience for you.

PETERBOROUGH MALE VOICE CHOIR

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR INTERMEDIATES

Make a star or tree from willow or rush in this festive workshop. Take home your beautiful decorations which are suitable for indoors and outdoors.

Having turned heads at the Cornwall International Male Voice Choral Festival in 2013, the award winning Peterborough Male Voice Choir have recently consolidated their growing national and international standing by winning a hat trick of trophies against stiff competition on ‘choir day’ at the prestigious Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts. Hear them perform varied highlights from their repertoire, including choral favourites, ballads and songs from the shows. Not to be missed! Directed by William Prideaux and accompanied by Matthew Jones.

If you’ve mastered the basics of digital photography and want to advance, this course is for you. We will look at how and why to shoot in raw and lots more.

WITH SUE KIRK

The day is suitable for beginners and includes all materials. This workshop takes place in the upstairs Art Room. Sat 29 Nov 10am - 12.30 and 1.30-4pm £25 per half day Workshop

Sat 29 Nov 7.30pm

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£12 (£10) Concert

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Sat 6 Dec 10am - 4pm 16 years + £60 Workshop

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IMAGE MUSICAL THEATRE

STAMFORD SHOESTRING THEATRE

A magical adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic story. Filled with the strange beauty of an ice-cold winter and the warmth of true love, this fairy tale translates perfectly into one of Image Musical Theatre’s much loved participation musicals. With the opportunity for the whole audience to join in and sing the chorus songs and for some children to act alongside the professionals, this show will give audiences, both young and old, the chance to experience live theatre at its very best. Approx 110mins inc interval Sat 6 Dec 11.30am & 3pm

THE MERMAID THEATRE’S COWARDY CUSTARD

THE SNOW QUEEN

3 years + and all the family £8 (£7) £28 family of four Family Show

Sat 6 Dec 7.30pm

£8 Ballroom Concert

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CHRISTMAS WILLOW

Under the guidance of Musical Director and Founder of the Group, Andrew Clingo, the ‘Handful’ are delighted to be returning to Stamford Arts Centre for another charity event. Proceeds go to ‘Friends of A Handful of Harmonies’ who support the choir by providing free opportunities for women to sing! Please enjoy our offerings.

An entertainment devised by Gerald Frow, Alan Strachan and Wendy Toye Featuring the words and music of Noël Coward This celebration of the life and work of Noël Coward was a smash-hit at the Mermaid Theatre in the 1970s and has become a popular favourite with theatre companies ever since. Coward’s ‘talent to amuse’ is abundant in a kaleidoscope of classic songs, duets, sketches, snippets of plays and extracts from his autobiographies. Don’t miss this opportunity to fall under the spell of ‘The Master’. An amateur performance by our resident theatre company by arrangement with Samuel French.

Tues 9 - Sat 13 Dec 7.45pm

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SO COMEDY Joe Lycett - is one of the strongest emerging comedy talents we’ve seen in a long time. This young man has a huge future’ - Time Out ‘An intensely charming and talented young comic’ - The Guardian

THE ALBION CHRISTMAS BAND Founder of Fairport Convention, Steeleye Span and The Albion Band, Ashley Hutchings is joined on stage by Kellie While, Simon Care and Simon Nicol, for an evening of traditional English Christmas music, dancing and celebration. The Albion Christmas Show is a seasonal mixture of carols, spoken word, humorous readings and dance. It really is the perfect way to start your festivities and is suitable for all ages. Described in the Guardian as ‘the perfect antidote to the corporate Christmas’, this is a show not to be missed! Wed 10 Dec 7.30pm £16 (£14) Folk

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Steve Bugeja Winner: BBC Radio New Comedy Award 2013 ‘Bugeja has an eye for original comic detail that’s all his own, he not only mines big laughs from this, but also an unexpected amount of gentle pathos’ - The Guardian John Robins ‘Awesomely self-possessed’ - The Guardian ‘One of the most naturally gifted comedians I’ve seen’ - The Telegraph Fri 12 Dec 8pm £15 (£13) £12 students and groups of 10+ Comedy

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LYR WILLIAMS PIANO

Mozart: Fantasie in C minor K.475 Schumann: Fantasiestücke, Op.12 Chopin: Fantasie in F minor Op. 49 Schubert: Piano sonata in a major D959 We welcome Llyr Williams back to Stamford. Ten years ago he was a BBC New Generation Artist. Since then he has played concerti with all the major UK orchestras, has played at the Carnegie Hall, the Concertgebouw, at the Proms, Edinburgh and Aldburgh Festivals and now appears regularly at the Wigmore Hall.

TWINKLE, TWINKLE LITTLE STAR

In 2012 he won the South Bank Sky Arts Award for his cycle of all 32 Beethoven Piano Sonatas which he played in several venues around the country. On this visit he will be playing repertoire by Mozart, Chopin, Schubert and Schumann. Sat 13 Dec 7.30pm

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS WORKSHOP

Join Liz Paige in this wonderful festive craft and singing workshop! Create some shiny stars to take home and hang on your tree and have fun singing Christmas songs too. Great creative festive fun!

£16 (£15) under 26 £10 Buy for any 3 concerts or more in the series and get £2 off each ticket Classical Music

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Mon 22 Dec 10.30am - 12.30pm & 1.30 - 3.30pm 5 - 10 years £8 per session Workshop

THE MAGIC PORRIDGE POT & OTHER TALES

ALADDIN

THEATRE OF WIDDERSHINS

MET OPERA – DIE MEISTERSINGER VON NURNBERG James Levine returns to one of his signature Wagner works conducting this epic comedy—back at the Met for the first time in eight years—about a group of Renaissance ‘master singers’ whose song contest unites a city. Johan Reuter, Johan Botha, and Annette Dasch lead the superb international cast in this charming and magisterial celebration of the power of music and art. Approx 6hrs

Splodge that porridge! Slurp that soup! Snap that biscuit! On today’s menu there is a trio of traditional and tasty tales to tantalize and tease. For starters we have the magic pot which won’t stop producing porridge. The main course is a delicious soup made from the scrummiest stone in the world and for pudding (if you can catch it) we have a walking, talking Gingerbread Man, who is just asking to be munched! These three yummy yarns which you know so well, are served with unexpected spices and quirky flavours, along with Widdershins’ trademark ingredients of puppets, pop-up sets and original music. Perfect fare for fussy foodies and discerning diners. Bon Appetit!

Sun 14 Dec 2pm ENCORE

Sat 20 Dec 2.30pm

£20 (£18) Satellite Screening

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3 - 9 years + all the family £7.50 (£6.50) £26 Family Show

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POLKA DOT PANTOMIMES

CHRISTMAS BALL ANN GIBBONS DANCE

Treat yourself to a wonderful evening of Ballroom, Latin and Sequence dancing. The Christmas Ball takes place in the impressive Georgian ballroom of the Arts Centre. Starting with a champagne reception and including a first class buffet, the evening will also feature a special display by Championship dancers, Andrew Dunn and Sian Steadman. This is sure to be a great evening of dancing, fun and laughter, not to be missed. Tickets are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

Sat 20 Dec 7.30pm for 8pm - 11.30pm £20 Dance

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Following the amazing success of our 2013 pantomime ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ we are excited that our next PANTO extravaganza will be ALADDIN! There will be spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, and new faces in our professional cast. ALADDIN is a traditional pantomime that children will know and love from various film and television versions! There will be some fantastic singing and dancing, a large dose of comedy, lots of sparkle, magic and much fun thrown in for good measure! Thurs 8 Jan 10.30am and 6.30pm Fri 9 Jan 10.30am and 6.30pm Sat 10 Jan 10.30am, 1.30pm, 4.30pm & 7.30pm Sun 11 Jan 10.30am, 1.30pm & 4.30pm R

£12 (£10 concessions) £40 family of 4 Theatre Groups £9 groups Schools £7 + 1 free ticket for every 10 booked! Pantomime

JOHN

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DV8 Physical Theatre bring their powerful new production to the National Theatre. JOHN authentically depicts real-life stories, combining movement and spoken word to create an intense and moving theatrical experience. Contains adult themes, strong language & nudity.

Expire and Moussaka, two duos from France will teach and play for a range of traditional dances. Cédric Martin and Flavien Di-Cintio are returning, by popular demand! Workshop 7.30pm. Bal 8.30-11.30pm

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE

Tues 30 Dec 7pm

TRAD DANCE A LA FRANCE IN THE NEW YEAR

18 years+ Theatre £14 (£12) £10 students and groups of 10 or more Satellite Screening

Fri 2 Jan 2015

£8 (£6)

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MET OPERA 2015 NOW ON SALE! FRANZ LEHÁR

GIOACCHINO ROSSINI

JACQUES OFFENBACH

PIETRO MASCAGNI CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA AND RUGGERO LEONCAVALLO PAGLIACCI

THE MERRY WIDOW NEW Sat 17 Jan 2015 5.55pm LIVE LES CONTES D’HOFFMANN (THE TALES OF HOFFMANN) Sat 31 Jan 5.55pm LIVE

PETER TCHAIKOVSKY IOLANTA AND BELA BARTÓK DUKE BLUEBEARD’S CASTLE

LA DONNA DEL LAGO Sun 15 March 2pm ENCORE

Sat 25 April 5.30pm

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what’s on for young people Stamford Arts Centre Young People’s Programme YOUTH THEATRE WITH LIZ PAIGE

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Come and join Stamford Arts Centre’s Youth Theatre Groups Whether you are looking for an introduction to the world of drama or want to further your skills, our youth theatre is for you. The weekly workshops work towards performance which take place in our beautiful in-house theatre. This term the groups will be working towards their joint Christmas production of ‘Robin and the Sherwood Hoodies’ as well as beginning to explore the texts for their separate productions in May. Why not come along for a FREE TASTER SESSION at the start of term? Just call the box office to reserve a place on your chosen session, turn up and give it a go! AGE 8-12 Tuesday 16 Sept - 9 Dec (no class 28 Oct) 4.30pm - 6pm Saturday 20 Sept - 13 Dec (no class 1 Nov) 10 am - 11.30am Ages 11 - 16 Saturday 20 Sept - 13 Dec (no class 1 Nov) 11.45am - 1.15pm All groups: £55 per term

ACOUSTIC CAFE! We are now holding monthly acoustic open mic spots for young emerging musicians! Come, sit and chill and listen to some great music from talented young local musicians aged 12-25 years old. These gigs are part of our commitment to providing creative opportunities for young people at Stamford Arts Centre. Supported by Lincolnshire One Venues Young People’s programme/Paul Hamlyn Foundation. Interested? For more info and to book your slot contact Alice at alice@ lincolnshireonevenues.com or search for ‘Stamford Acoustic Cafe’ on Facebook. Wed 3 Sept, 1 Oct, 5 Nov & 3 Dec 6pm - 7.30pm Free

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FOR SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES!

STAMFORD SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE - SSYT SSYT is Stamford Arts Centre’s unique young people’s theatre company open to 15 to 22 year olds who are committed to creating exciting original and innovative theatre. They learn and understand what it means to be part of an ensemble company along with how to facilitate and lead workshops. Members are skilled in music, singing, dance and comedy will also have the

chance to share the stage with professional artists and showcase their individual talents at the popular annual event SSYT LIVE which is held every February. For those young people who are interested in pursuing a career in the dramatic arts, gaining valuable experience and training or for those who simply wish to share their passion for drama with other like minded young people, then SSYT is the

place for you. Auditions for September’s new intake are on Monday 22 September. Contact Mary Benzies for more details on mary.benzies@btinternet.com Rehearsal nights are Monday 7pm - 9pm Term dates 29 Sept - 15 Dec £80

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Don’t forget we can offer brilliant group discounts on many of our shows and events and a free teachers’s place with every 10 students tickets purchased. Often theatre companies offer free Q&A sessions too! Contact Jo Dobbs for more information.

WORK EXPERIENCE

ABOUT FESTIVAL MAKERS If you are interested in being part of Stamford Arts Centre’s Young Festival Makers team, we need YOU. Become part of our Festival Makers group and help organise the activities and events. Have your say, use your creative ideas and make them happen.

INTO FILM FESTIVAL The Into Film Festival is a free and annual celebration of film and education for schools and young people across the UK. To get all the exclusive updates on the Festival and receive a notification of when you can start booking, we invite you to register your interest. The Festival, formerly known as the National Youth Film Festival, takes place 4th Nov - 21st Nov 2014. It aims to help educators bring learning to life for 5-19 year olds by inspiring young people to watch, make and understand film in new and creative ways. The hundreds of free film screenings and filmmaking workshops on offer have clear learning outcomes - outcomes that support education and personal development, as well as helping to build a lifelong passion for film. Register your school’s interest now at www.intofilm.org/festival

FREE POETRY WORKSHOPS WITH BILL TAYLOR STAMFORD POET LAUREATE! Bill Taylor is the new Stamford Poet Laureate and one of his objectives whilst in post is to promote the writing and performing of poetry in schools in the local area. As a career English teacher with over 30 years experience, Bill has long been an advocate of children enjoying creative writing and to this end, he is hoping to run poetry workshops in schools between September and next Easter. Bill can offer a performance by himself and a young local poet as part of an assembly or smaller group lesson plus a workshop with a class of your choice which could culminate in a Poetry Slam. Bill is very happy to discuss a format to suit your needs best.

If you are passionate about the arts and would like to gain work experience in a creative environment we have a small number of work experience places here at Stamford Arts Centre each year. Please email Jo Dobbs on jo@stamfordartscentre. com for more information. Schools Film Festival Mon 17 Nov, Wed 19 Nov & Fri 21 Nov

These free poetry sessions will be available on a first come, first served basis so please email Jo Dobbs on jo@stamfordartscentre.com for more information.

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regular adult workshops

MONDAY ART CLASS with Heather Harrison

regular adult workshops

CONTEMPORARY DRAWING and PAINTING

SCULPTURE CLASS

LIFE DRAWING

Catherine encourages students to transform or interpret rather than merely record and imitate. The intention is to stimulate insight and inventiveness; to combine imagination with observation and memory and assist the student in finding his/her personal voice. We will be starting with landscapes: please bring drawings if you have. All abilities welcome, just bring an open mind. Any medium may be used. If you need to buy painting materials, please wait until the first session when Catherine can advise you. There is an art shop near the arts centre. Bring a Pilot ‘V’ Fineliner water-soluble pen, A3 sketchbook of cartridge, weight 180, 200 or 22gsm and support for sketchbook ie thin piece of mdf approx 43 x 32 cm.

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. Students will learn to create a sculpture in clay working from a model. 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.

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

with Jonty Meyer

with Joanna Crawford

With Catherine Headley 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 range of pencils from 2B to 6B. Mon 15 Sept - 8 Dec (no class 27 Oct) 1.15pm - 3.45pm £9 (£8.50)

Wed 17 Sept - 10 Dec 7.30pm - 10pm (no class 29 Oct) Fri 19 Sept - 12 Dec 10am - 12.30pm (no class 31 Oct)

Thurs 18 Sept - 11 Dec 10am - 12.30pm (no class 30 Oct) £60 per half term or £11 weekly

£66 per half term or £13 weekly

Tues 16 Sept to 2 Dec (no class 28 Oct & 4 Nov) 9.30am - 12.30pm £124 (£110) for 10 weeks

BEGINNERS/REFRESHERS OIL PAINTING CLASS With Claire Daniel TAKEN FROM LIFE with Mike Alabaster

A tutored class in drawing portraits and figures from a live model. This class is aimed at helping the student achieve a convincing likeness. It should appeal equally to the relative beginner as well as to more experienced artists.

LIFE CLASS

Mike also runs a Monday Life class where a variety of figure models takes a new pose each week. 15 Sept - 8 Dec 10am to 12.30pm £10 weekly Book direct on 01780 763806. Tues 16 Sept - 9 Dec (no class 28 Oct) 7.30pm - 10pm £60 per half term or £11 weekly

PAINTING AND DRAWING with David Rushton

Students of all abilities are welcome in these relaxed and friendly workshops. Experienced Art Teacher, David, will show you how to explore exciting and interesting topics, such as ‘Pictures that Tell a Story’- starting with drawing, and finishing with your choice of media. David gives group demonstrations, visual stimuli, and one-to-one tuition, as needed. You will produce your own original and personal art pieces, mastering your favourite, or a range of, art materials. Wed 17 Sept - 10 Dec (no class 29 Oct) 10am - 12.30am or 1.30pm - 4pm £51 (£48) per half term or £9 (£8.50) weekly

BOX OFFICE 01780 763203

Tackle techniques with confidence in these structured classes. I’ll demonstrate glazing techniques and direct contemporary methods of Oil application to enable you to find your own artistic ‘voice’. All classes are supported through the study of artists work and detailed crib sheets. 16 years +

WOVEN CHORDS

Thurs 11, 18, 25 Sept, 2, 9 & 16 Oct 2pm - 4pm

An 80 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! Led by Liz Underhill who is also musical director of sister world music choir, Global Harmony in Melton Mowbray. At present open to new members.

OIL PAINTING With Claire Daniel Structured classes employing a range of oil painting techniques in a relaxed, friendly environment. In this block we will be examining portraiture and the use of figures in art. All abilities welcome. Thurs 30 Oct - 4 Dec 1pm - 4pm £50 for 6 sessions (or book one session at £10 to see if this class is for you). Workshop

with Liz Underhill

Thurs 11 Sept - 4 Dec (no class 23 Oct) 7.30pm - 9.30pm Art Room

£60 (£55) for 12 weeks

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OTHER REGULAR EVENTS

LOCAL EVENTS

DANCE BALLROOM AND LATIN AMERICAN WITH ANN GIBBONS DANCE

Tuesdays Come and join in the fun! Whether it’s time spent doing something together or looking forward to that special event or even cruise, ballroom dancing is for you! Learning to dance is a great way for all ages to have fun. Beginners: 7.00pm to 7.45pm £6 per person, per week Improvers: 7.45pm to 8.45pm £7 per person, per week

Joint practice session 8.30 to 8.45pm Advanced: 8.30pm to 9.30pm £7 per person, per week Enrolment with Ann Gibbons ann@anngibbonsdance.co.uk; fees are payable at the beginning of each 4 week period. Due to limited numbers, Arts Centre concessions and discounts are not available. Classes start Tuesday, 9th September 2014

OTHER REGULAR GROUPS AND EVENTS AT THE ARTS CENTRE TUMBLE TOTS

RYHALLITE FITNESS

Monday mornings Jody Vaughan 07788 182181

Thursday mornings Sarah Markwell-Cook 07904 190049

MEDITATION CLASS

OVER 60S EXTEND EXERCISE CLASS

Monday evenings www.meditateinpeterborough.org.uk

NICKY HAYES YOGA Tuesday mornings 07739 589810

WEIGHTWATCHERS

Wednesday mornings 08457 123000

Thursday afternoons Mandy Glen 01780 470221 07949 736505

PZAZZ DANCE ACADEMY

STAMFORD SHOESTRING THEATRE Shoestring is the resident amateur repertory company, performing five productions a year in the theatre. Their repertoire ranges from contemporary or classical, comedy to tragedy. Newcomers are welcome both on and off stage. Weekly rehearsal nights are Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please contact Sally Franklin on 01780 753816 or visit www.stamfordshoestring.com

family friendly We strive to make Stamford Arts Centre welcoming to the whole family.

We have baby changing facilities, high chairs and a children’s menu in the coffee shop.

EARLY MUSIC WORKSHOP FOR SINGERS

JAZZ EVENING WITH CLAIRE COLTON

Sat 20 Sept 2pm

Sat 18 Oct 7.30 pm

Trinity Methodist Church, Barn Hill, Stamford A workshop exploring the height of the prima practica through the music of Palestrina and Victoria and others. Led by Giles Turner, this will be a fun and informative afternoon looking at the music of this period. Refreshments and scores will be provided. More info from Brian Lewis 01780 751729. Singers £10 (students £5) Audience £5 (under 18s free)

St Martin’s Church, Stamford Claire Colton makes a long overdue return to Stamford and with her musicians will present a selection from ‘The Great American Song Book’, including songs by Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Rodgers & Hart. Craig Milverton - piano, Trevor Whiting - Saxophone/ Clarinet, Bill Coleman - Bass, Alan Boynton - Drums. £12, concs £10, students £3, Under 18s free

MUSIC FOR A WHILE Sat 27 Sep 7.30pm St Mary’s Church, Stamford Moira Johnston - soprano, Jeremy Jepson - counter tenor and Nigel Stark - organ and piano will perform solos, duets and ensembles from Monteverdi, Handel, Vivaldi, Bach, Purcell and Britten. £12.50

STABAT MATER (1) - PERGOLESI Sat 4 Oct 7.30pm St John’s Church, Stamford Helen Didsbury (soprano) and Rosamund OchalaGreenough (mezzo) perform a programme including Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater, with Fergus Black, organ, and Lucia McLernon, cello. The heart-achingly beautiful Stabat Mater became one of the most frequently printed single works in the eighteenth century, and it’s popularity endures to this day. The work unfolds in a series of twelve solos and duets for two voices, which are both tuneful and mystical. Solos and duets by Purcell, Vivaldi and Bach complete the programme. 100 mins incl interval www.highnotesmusic.org. £7 (£5)

STABAT MATER (2) BURGHLEY VOICES Sat 18 Oct 7.30pm Court Room, Town Hall, Stamford Burghley Voices Autumn Concert opens with Holst’s First Set of Choral Hymns from the Rig Veda, and includes Karl Jenkins Choral Suite, The Armed Man Mass, and Paul Mealor’s Stabat Mater. Fergus Black conducts, with Barbara Tomlinson at the piano. 100 mins incl interval. www.burghleyvoices.org. £10 (£7)

STAMFORD GHOST WALK EXPERIENCE

HALLOWEEN GHOST WALKS!

Fri 31 Oct 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm, 9.30pm Sat 1 Nov 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm, 9.30pm Soak up the haunting atmosphere of Stamford’s streets and passageways with local actor Martin Tempest. Experience a guided journey through the darker side of Georgian Stamford’s rich history. Discover some chilling tales from time gone by and visit the locations of some truly unearthly events. With every twist and turn you will scream, laugh and jump on this spine-tingling tour filled with an entrancing blend of horror, history and humour! Recommended for 8 years plus. £6

Our venue is breast feeding friendly and we have lots of room in our ante room coffee shop for pushchairs.

CECILIAN SINGERS MY SPIRIT SANG ALL DAY Sat 11 Oct 7.30pm

Fri 14 Nov 7.30pm, Fri 12 Dec 7.30pm £5

If you have any suggestions please email jo@stamfordartscentre.com

St Mary’s Church, Ketton (PE9 2RD) Finzi’s setting of Robert Bridges words features in this a capella concert containing a broad spectrum of the group’s repertoire. Also includes works by Byrd, Schumann and Gershwin. Musical director Jeremy Jackman. www.ceceliansingers.co.uk. £10

OPERA GALA

Saturdays & Mondays Charlotte Rowell 01778 342029

WELLAND VALLEY ARTS SOCIETY Alan Lyne 01780 481377

BOX OFFICE 01780 763203

OTHER GHOST WALKS Sat 6 Dec 7.30pm

St Mary’s Church, Stamford Four young up and coming opera stars will return to St Mary’s Church to delight us with an evening of operatic arias and ensembles from composers such as Mozart, Puccini, Verdi, Bizet and many others. This is a very popular concert so early booking is recommended. A comment from last year’s concert: ‘The highlight of the year’. £14

STAMFORD SINGERS Sun 14 Dec 6pm St Martin’s Church, Stamford Stamford Singers, a chamber choir of enthusiastic and dedicated singers drawn from Stamford and surrounding areas will perform a programme of music for the festive season. Paul White - conductor, David Lovell Brown - organ. £10, concs £8, students £3, Under 18s free

STAMFORD CHORAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT Tues 16 Dec 7.30pm Stamford School, St. Paul’s Street, Stamford Stamford Choral with the choir of Malcolm Sargent School. An uplifting, celebratory and joyful programme for Christmas. ‘Benedicite’ by Andrew Carter, ‘Three Carols’ by Steve Martland and Carols for choir and audience. Conductors - Jeremy Jepson and Vicki Mills. £10 (£8)

AN ADVENT CALENDAR WITH ST MARTIN’S SINGERS Wed 17 Dec 7.30pm Court Room, Town Hall, Stamford St Martin’s Singers, Stamford’s women’s voices choir, presents a programme of 24 short pieces on Christmas themes - 24 jewels like an Advent Calendar. If you have ever been to one of their concerts, you will know to expect the unexpected: a renaissance motet rubs shoulders with an opera aria, a Christmas carol is followed by Mel Tormé. 110 mins incl interval. £12 (£9)

SOUND THE TRUMPET Sat 20 Dec 7.30pm

St John’s Church, Stamford Festive arias and sparkling trumpet set in the superb acoustic of St John’s Church, where Malcolm Sargent was once the organist. Caroline Sharpe first prize winner in the Mario Lanza Opera Competition in 2009, is joined by Andy Harris, trumpet, and Fergus Black, organ. The programme kicks off with the Te Deum Prelude by Charpentier, and includes Let the Bright Seraphim and Jauchzet Gott. There is a delightful Christmas cantata by Telemann to become acquainted with, and songs and duets that will be already familiar. 100 mins incl interval. www.highnotesmusic.org £15 (£10), to include a welcome glass of Prosecco.

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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.

Become a Friend of Stamford Senior Youth Theatre SSYT is a unique theatre company open to 15 - 24 year olds who are committed to creating exciting, original and innovative theatre. Become a Friend for just £45 per year. To find out more about any of the above opportunities, contact our Marketing Manager, Jo Dobbs: call 01780 480846 or email jo@ stamfordartscentre.com

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

WE CAN SELL YOUR TICKETS!

area then we can sell your tickets. Contact Jo Dobbs 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.

If you are organising an event in the local

PARKING

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

TICKETS

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 are subject to a £1 transaction fee (not per ticket).

RESERVATIONS

Tickets for live events (not cinema), may also be provisionally reserved over the phone. Payment must be made within three working days or half an hour before the performance, whichever is sooner. Failure to do so may result in the tickets being released for resale.

DISCOUNTS

Discounts (priced in brackets) vary from show to show. Generally they are available to Artscene members, children & students, unwaged, over 60s, disabled patrons & their companion. Occasionally, discounts are unavailable for certain events organised by outside organisations, for which we are the ticket agent.

GROUP BOOKINGS

If you are planning to bring a large group (of 10 or more) to a show, please contact the box office.

GIFT VOUCHERS

If you have a child of 8 or under at a workshop we recommend you do not leave the building. Under 12s must be accompanied in the theatre/ ballroom by an adult.

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 and we will credit your account for you to use against a future purchase. *Only charged if tickets are sold on. The management reserves the right to change the programme if necessary.

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. There is a children’s menu at the coffee shop and high chairs are available. Sorry but under 2s are not allowed in the theatre/cinema.

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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.

BOX OFFICE 01780 763203