Stamford Arts Centre Live Guide May - August 2018 by Jo Dobbs

LIVE EVENTS DIARY MAY-AUGUST 2018 TUE 1 MAY 12.30PM LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME SAT 5 MAY 7.30PM MANCHESTER CAMERATA SUN 6 MAY 10AM-4.30PM STAMFORD POTTERY MARKET MON 7 MAY 10AM-4.30PM STAMFORD POTTERY MARKET THU 10 MAY 7PM MACBETH - NTLIVE FRI 11 MAY 8PM A PINT OF COMEDY SAT 12 MAY 8PM JAZZ IN THE CELLAR BAR MON 14 MAY 8PM POETRY STANZA WORKSHOP WED 16 MAY 7.30PM HISTORY TALK WITH DON CHISWELL WED 16 MAY 8PM POETRY SWAPS FRI 18 MAY 7.30PM SYT: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM FRI 18 MAY TOM HANNAH SAT 19 MAY 2.30PM SYT: DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR SAT 19 MAY 7.30PM SYT: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM SUN 20 MAY 2.30PM SYT: DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR WED 23 MAY 7.30PM RGS (WITH IBG): HUGH THOMSON THU 24 MAY 7.30PM A DOLL’S HOUSE WED 30 MAY 9.30AM-4PM HARRY POTTER WORKSHOP WED 30 MAY 8PM PINT OF POETRY THU 31 MAY 11.30AM THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT THU 31 MAY 1.30PM THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT

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FRI 1 JUN 10AM-4PM JUNIORSTEM LEGO WORKSHOP SAT 2 JUN 2PM NICK SHARRATT’S BIG DRAWALONG SAT 2 JUN 7PM I, CLAUDE MONET

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SAT 2 JUN 7.30PM FAIRPORT CONVENTION TUE 5 JUN 12.30PM LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME TALK TUE 5 JUN 7.45PM SHOESTRING - KINDERTRANSPORT WED 6 JUN 7.45PM SHOESTRING - KINDERTRANSPORT THU 7 JUN 7.45PM SHOESTRING - KINDERTRANSPORT FRI 8 JUN 7.45PM SHOESTRING - KINDERTRANSPORT SAT 9 JUN 7.45PM SHOESTRING - KINDERTRANSPORT SAT 9 JUN 7.30PM KIKI DEE AND CARMELO LUGGERI TUE 12 JUN 7.30PM TIBET TALK: TESS BURROWS WED 13 JUN 7.30PM HISTORY TALK WITH DON CHISWELL WED 13 JUN 7.30PM DECOSTRUTTORI POSTMODERNISTI FRI 15 JUN 7.30PM ANDREW MOTION: ESSEX CLAY FRI 15 JUN 8PM A PINT OF COMEDY WED 20 JUN 8PM BEATRICE SEARLE THU 21 JUN 6.30PM MADAME BUTTERFLY - GLYNDEBOURNE FRI 22 JUN 8PM QUENTIN CRISP: NAKED HOPE TUE 26 JUN 11AM A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DANCER - CHANTRY DANCE TUE 26 JUN 7.30PM TIBET TALK: ELAINE BROOK WED 27 JUN 1.30PM DADMAN: THE BATH-TIME WARRIOR WED 27 JUN 7.30PM DADMAN: THE BATH-TIME WARRIOR WED 27 JUN 8PM PINT OF POETRY FRI 29 JUN 8.30PM THE MOONLIGHTERS FEATURING HELEN SAT 30 JUN 2.30PM SIDNEY’S SHED - RHUBARB THEATRE SAT 30 JUN 7.30PM STAMFORD CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

FRI 6 JUL 8PM PAT MCCARTHY SAT 7 JUL 7.30PM STAMFORD SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE TUE 10 JUL 7.30PM TIBET TALK: ZARA FLEMING WED 11 JUL 8PM POETRY SWAPS FRI 13 JUL 8PM KRIS DREVER FRI 13 JUL 8PM A PINT OF COMEDY SAT 14 JUL 7.30PM PETERBOROUGH VOICES SUMMER CONCERT WED 18 JUL 7PM ROMEO & JULIET - RSCLIVE TUH 19 JUL 7.30PM DEBRIS SAT 21 JUL 11AM PENGUINPIG SAT 21 JUL 2PM PENGUINPIG WED 25 JUL 7PM SAUL - GLYNDEBOURNE WED 25 JUL 8PM PINT OF POETRY SAT 28 JUL 7PM ANDRE RIEU 2018 MAASTRICHT CONCERT SUN 29 JUL 3PM ANDRE RIEU 2018 MAASTRICHT CONCERT MON 30 JUL 9.30AM-4PM HARRY POTTER WORKSHOP

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TUE 4 SEP LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME TALK TUE 11 SEP – SAT 14 SEP SHOESTRING - PERFECT NONSENSE FRI 5 OCT 7.30PM DRACULA - CHANTRY DANCE COMPANY

TUE 3 JUL FRI 6 JUL 1.30PM

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A SUMMER OF FUN IS PROMISED! Arts Council’s support, which will help us continue to put on the widest variety of performances for you to enjoy, both here in Stamford and also with our sister venue The Guildhall Arts Centre in Grantham. This season we celebrate 25 years of our Music in Quiet Places concerts held in some of the most beautiful village churches within the district with a truly special concert at Sempringham Abbey. Be sure to pick up your separate brochure now! Hello and welcome to our beautiful Arts Centre in the heart of Stamford; a jewel in our district. As the Leader of South Kesteven District Council I am proud that we run Stamford Arts Centre which houses the country’s oldest provincial theatre, now in its 250th year.

From family events over the summer such as Nick Sharratt’s Big Drawalong and Rhubarb Theatre’s Sidney Shed to brilliant drama from NotNow Collective with their new show DadMan, The Bath-Time Warrior and Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope. Top class music from Kiki Dee and Carmelo Luggeri and also Fairport Convention return to Stamford! Following our extremely successful Verse Festival we are delighted to welcome former UK Poet Laureate Andrew Motion in June.

I am delighted to confirm that South Kesteven District Council has been awarded Arts Council funding again this year, through our work with the Lincolnshire One Venues Network. We are very grateful for the

Looking ahead, September 2018 sees the return of our Gravity Fields Festival, a science extravaganza inspired by Isaac Newton. This year follows the theme Voyages of Discovery and Joseph Banks’ botanical discoveries. Highlights include an

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Evening with Professor Brian Cox and also an event including Britain’s first astronaut Dame Helen Sharman. Top class event such as these attract visitors and make our district such a great place in which to live, work and invest. We hope you can join us at an event soon!

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LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME JANE MACKAY LITERATURE AT LUNCHTIME WITH DRWITH JANEDRMACKAY

‘THE CRUCIBLE’

BY ARTHUR MILLER Miller’s best known play is, ostensibly, about the witch hunts in Salem and the play in which he thoroughly explores the nature of courage in the face of terrible fear. Miller’s directly linking the prosecution of the innocent, two 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. With film at 2.30pm – The Crucible (1996) Directed by Nicholas Hytner and starring Daniel Day Lewis and Winona Ryder.

‘THE MERCHANT OF VENICE’

‘LES MISERABLES’

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With film at 2.30pm – Les Miserables (2012) Directed by Tom Hooper, starring Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway and Russell Crowe.

TUE 5 JUN 12.30PM

TUE 3 JUL 12.30PM

BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Our annual lecture coinciding with the start of Tolethorpe Theatre’s new season. Come and enjoy an unforgettable cast of characters in Shakespeare’s 1600 play about love and loss, greed and generosity, appearance and reality set in Venice. This is a play full of marvels and will involve you in Shylock’s plea for ‘justice’ as much as in Portia’s ardent definition of what justice actually means.

BY VICTOR HUGO This epic novel that includes the battle of Waterloo together with an intimate knowledge of the Paris sewers is the most vivid picture of France at the beginning of the Nineteenth Century. Come and meet the inflexible Inspector Javert and the gloriously courageous Jean Valjean who proves that love is always more powerful than fear.

‘THE SECRET AGENT’

BY JOSEPH CONRAD This 1907 novel deals with highly topical subjects...terrorism, espionage and corrupt politics. Here London is Conrad’s ‘heart of darkness’ and gradually the novel came to be considered one of his finest, with a prescient view of the Twenty First Century. With film at 2.30pm – The Secret Agent (1997) directed by Christopher Hampton and starring Patricia Arquette and Bob Hoskins. TUE 4 SEP 12.30PM

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MANCHESTER CAMERATA FINAL CONCERT IN OUR 2017/18 CLASSICAL SEASON Mozart Overture, Marriage of Figaro, K. 492 Weber Clarinet Concerto No. 2 in E flat major, Op. 74, J. 118 Brahms Symphony No.2 in D major, Op. 73 Sergej Bolkhovets Conductor Fiona Cross Clarinet We are very lucky that the most exciting ensemble working in Britain today has agreed to come to Stamford in their award-winning year. 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. SAT 5 MAY 7.30PM

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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.

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MACBETH

The ruined aftermath of a bloody civil war. Ruthlessly fighting to survive, the Macbeths are propelled towards the crown by forces of elemental darkness. Shakespeare’s most intense and terrifying tragedy, directed by Rufus Norris (The Threepenny Opera, London Road), will see Rory Kinnear (Young Marx, Othello) and AnneMarie Duff (Oil, Suffragette) return to the National Theatre to play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.

Join us for our hugely popular regular comedy nights, live in the Cellar Bar! With some of the UK’s best headline acts, the hilarious Alan Seaman comperes each night. Full details of live acts are available on our website as they are announced. Book early to avoid disappointment! Tickets include £1 discount voucher to use towards your first drink in the Cellar Bar.

Contains scenes of a violent nature RUNNING TIME TBC SUN 6 & MON 7 MAY 10AM - 4.30PM

THU 10 MAY 7PM LIVE

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POETRY SWAPS

The Battle of Britain and Operation Sea-lion

JAZZ IN THE CELLAR BAR IN ASSOCIATION WITH LINCOLNSHIRE JAZZ WEEK PRESENTS

BEN MARTIN QUARTET

The next in our series of atmospheric jazz evenings in the Cellar Bar. The Ben Martin Quartet often include the songs of Antonio Carlos Jobim in their set but this is the first time the band have played the Brazilian composers music exclusively. Jobim’s mastery of melody and harmony, rhythm and lyricism are perfect vehicles for jazz musicians to improvise upon. Expect classics like The Girl From Ipanema and Agua De Beber alongside lesser known songs such as So Tinha De Ser Come Voçe and Rosa Morena.

SAT 12 MAY 8PM

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POETRY STANZA

WITH AMBER-PAGE Join our Poetry Society affiliated Poetry Stanza group for a special workshop with English teacher and Viking enthusiast, Amber-Page. Having lived in the very different settings of Liverpool, Cambridge and Peterborough, she was the Cambridgeshire Hammer and Tongue Runner Up, and represented the region at the National Final. Her spoken word poetry is hard-hitting and darkly humorous, exploring themes such as growing up, family, and mental health.

WED 16 MAY 7.30PM BLUE ROOM What were Hitler’s plans for the invasion of Britain in 1940? Could they have succeeded? How did the British plan to repel the invaders? How did Churchill use the invasion threat and why did Hitler embark on a course of action to which there were only two outcomes, either of which was bound to lead to his ultimate downfall? Why had Herman Goering chosen Burghley House to be his H.Q.?

WED 13 JUNE 7.30PM GALLERY Uncover the thoughts, superstitions and beliefs of medieval people. The term Medieval is an invention of the Renaissance and today its use often has bad connotations. Those living during this period did not think of themselves as living in the Middle Ages and were perhaps not so different from ourselves.

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WED 16 MAY 8PM/FREE ENTRY CELLAR BAR/POETRY

INSIDE THE MEDIEVAL MIND

MON 14 MAY 8PM BURLEY ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

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!

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TOM HANNAH

Tom Hannah, a guitarist and rapper like no other, provides a highly original one man show - a combination of acoustic guitar and light hearted verse touching subjects as diverse as vanity, marriage, safaris, demolition, ambition, hypochondria, Brexit and inappropriate courting techniques. FRI 18 MAY 8PM

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HUGH THOMSON ‘ONE MAN AND HIS MULE’

Hugh recounts his coast-to-coast journey from the Lake District to the Yorkshire Moors with his mule Jethro. For centuries mules were used to transport goods across Britain. Strong, sturdy and able to carry a great deal of weight, they made ideal walking companions – as long as you didn’t ask them to do anything they didn’t want to do!

DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR

SYT and Wildcats Theatre School presents Disney’s Aladdin Jr, based on the 1992 Academy-Award®winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show about the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within. The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for your young performers! SAT 19 & SUN 20 MAY 2.30PM

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YOUTH THEATRE/FAMILY SHOW

Now Wainwright-Prize winner Hugh Thomson revives that ancient tradition, using his experience of hiking with pack mules across the Andes to have what he calls ‘a South American adventure in England’. Supported by Walkers Bookshop, Stamford

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

SYT’s 11-16 years group are proud to present a 1970s version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Follow our story as Puck, with her mischievous ways, guides you on a journey and shows you four confused lovers, a bunch of misfit actors, two warring fairies, and of course, an Ass.

FRI 18 & SAT 19 MAY 7.30PM

£10 (£8 CHILDREN) THEATRE

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WED 23 MAY 7.30PM

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A New Adaptation by Alice Knapton & Venetia Twigg

Based on HENRIK IBSEN’S classic tale Directed by Alice Sillett. Choreographed by Amy Lawrence Mr & Mrs Helmer are the iconic power couple. They excel at work, staying on top, socialising. They excel at excelling. But as his autobiography rolls out around Christmastime, it seems there are a few things that Mr. Helmer may not have mentioned in the foreword. Working with some of the UK’s leading Mental Health and Domestic Abuse charities, the show’s creators use Verbatim interviews and emotive Choreography to rocket Ibsen’s famous tale into a hugely relevant re-telling for modern audiences.

Exploring stigmas around gender expectations and mental health, this artful adaptation focuses on the impossible idolisation of one ‘perfect’ woman, by a man who walks with weights around his ankles.

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A DOLL’S HOUSE showcases the play-writing collaboration of two of Theatrical Niche’s founding members, as well as the direction of criticallyacclaimed artist, Alice Sillett. This production incorporates the words and intonations of mental abuse & mental health problem sufferers, making Ibsen even more relevant to today’s issues.

HARRY POTTER WORKSHOPS

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WILDCATS THEATRE SCHOOL 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. For ages 5-13, bring your own lunch/refreshments.

THU 24 MAY 7.30PM (AND AT GUILDHALL ARTS CENTRE TUE 12 JUN 7.30PM)

£12 (£10) £8 GROUPS & UNDER 26s THEATRE DRAMA

WED 30 MAY OR MON 30 JUL 9.30AM - 4PM £20 PER CHILD BALLROOM

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THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT

Join Owly-cat and fellow family members, Jumblie and Quangle Wangle Quee, in a story inspired by the nonsense world of Edward Lear. The spongetaneous trio travel to the dolomphious land where the bong tree grows, learning all about the creatures who live there and their curious habits. Will this meloobious family return together, will they always be a three? A fizzgiggious show by Full House Theatre all about where, what and who our family really are. 55 MINS, NO INTERVAL AGES 3+

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!

WED 30 MAY 8PM

THU 31 MAY 11.30AM & 1.30PM

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JUNE NICK SHARRATT’S BIG DRAWALONG

Join acclaimed children’s writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt to find out how he creates his picture books. He’ll show you how to draw Tracy Beaker and Timothy Pope, kings and cats and all kinds of crazy creatures. Plus he’ll share some of his very best drawing tips. Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on and expect plenty of chances to join in!

JUNIORSTEM LEGO WORKSHOP WITH NICK HAWKENS

Love making things? Love technology? Love Lego®!? Come along and take part in one of our new workshops that bring Lego®, robotics and basic programming together for a fun filled workshop! Take a look at www.juniorstem.co.uk for more info!

Nick has illustrated close to 260 books. They range from board books for babies to novels for young teenagers. He’s worked with authors including Julia Donaldson, Jeremy Strong, Michael Rosen, Giles Andreae, Kaye Umansky, Kes Gray and most notably Dame Jacqueline Wilson and he’s also written around 40 of his own bestselling books. He’s also the proud recipient of a gold Blue Peter badge. www.nicksharratt.com 1 HOUR 15 MINS APPROX, NO INTERVAL AGES 6+

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I, CLAUDE MONET

Directed by Phil Grabsky This screening reveals the heart and soul of arguably the world’s most loved artist. Monet’s life is a gripping tale about a man who, behind his sun-dazzled canvases, suffered from feelings of depression, loneliness, even suicide. Told through Monet’s own words and shot on location at the very spots he painted, the film features his most loved paintings in an unforgettable, immersive art experience. ‘Remarkable attention to detail’ France Magazine ‘Elegantly made and thoroughly informative’ The Guardian ‘Intense and intimate, pulling you into the artist’s world – offering rare insight The Observer

STAMFORD SHOESTRING PRESENTS

Fairport Convention has been making great music for over fifty years. Credited with originating British folk-rock music, they retain a passion for live performance. Whether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer to their music, an evening with Fairport Convention is sure to surprise and delight you. ‘Impressive musicians with a great back catalogue... (they) take chances and clearly enjoy themselves.’ The Guardian ‘Vigorous and confident...the music leapt around the room.’ The Mirror

KINDERTRANSPORT

by Diane Samuels by arrangement with Nick Hern Books Separated from her German Jewish parents at the age of nine, Eva is brought to England on the Kindertransport with the promise of a new life. Under the care of her kindly foster mother Lil, the young Eval slowly acclimatises to her new life and, at length, believing her parents to have perished in the camps, tries to re-invent herself as English. But memories and fears are not so easily erased. When her own daughter starts to question the story her mother has woven over the years, the protective shell that Eva, now calling herself Evelyn, has built around herself begins to crack. This modern classic about one woman’s struggle to come to terms with her past is told with tenderness and warmth, across the generations and the years. The issues explored remain as pertinent to us today as when the events of the late 1930’s unfolded in Germany and England. A performance by our resident amateur theatre company

1 HOUR 27 MINS APPROX SAT 2 JUN 7PM

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

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SAT 2 JUNE 7.30PM

£22 (£20) BALLROOM MUSIC

TUE 5 - SAT 9 JUN 7.45PM

£10 (£8) THEATRE DRAMA

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KIKI DEE AND CARMELO LUGGERI – AN ACOUSTIC JOURNEY

For almost two decades, Kiki and Carmelo have been touring their spellbinding acoustic live show across the UK and Europe. Performing in this stripped back fashion allows each of their exceptional talents to shine through and create a wonderful and warm sense of intimacy for the audience. 2018 marks Kiki’s 55th year in the music industry and has cemented her status as one of the UK’s finest and most revered vocalists. The duo’s latest critically acclaimed album ‘A Place Where I Can Go’ features 11 tracks including the haunting duet ‘Horses’ with Scottish singer Eddi Reader. Join Kiki and Carmelo for an acoustic journey of stories and song which include unique covers of songs by artists such as Kate Bush and Frank Sinatra and of course Kiki’s own hits ‘Don’t Go Breaking My Heart’, ‘I Got The Music In Me’ and the stunning ‘Amoureuse’. SAT 9 JUN 7.30PM

£20 (£19) BALLROOM MUSIC

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‘ACROSS THE HIMALAYAS’ To Tibet’s sacred Mount Kailas

Journey with Tess up through north-west Nepal, following the beautiful Kanarli River, head-waters of the Ganges, with mules, monasteries and momos, through a land forgotten by time - much like the old Tibet. And over a remote Tibetan border, scarily guarded by 2017 modern China. Then onwards to the revered lake Manasarovar, nestled on the Tibetan plateau gateway to the kora of Mount Kailas. This mountain is said to be the heart of the Universe, the meeting point of Heaven and Earth, the home of the future Buddha the Mayatraya and believed to be filled with cosmic power. Tess tells of attempting the difficult art of prostrating around this magic mountain - mani stones, mantras and magnificence. TUE 12 JUN 7.30PM

Lost Horizon (U)

This version has been restored as closely as possible to Capra’s original cut; the film had circulated for many years in a trimmed form.

SPECIAL FEATURE FILM

TUE 19 JUN 7.30PM

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ELAINE BROOK PRESENTS

1937, DIR. FRANK CAPRA STARRING RONALD COLMAN, JANE WYATT & EDWARD EVERETT HORTON (2 HOURS) British diplomat Robert Conway and a small group of civilians crash land in the Himalayas, and are rescued by the people of the mysterious, Eden-like valley of Shangri La.

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‘In Search of shangri la’ Ecologist, mountaineer, writer and photographer, Elaine has climbed and travelled throughout Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan for over 12 years. She speaks Nepali and Tibetan which helped with her lone travels as she researched the legend of the Fabled Land of Beauty, Peace and Long Life: Shrangi La. Elaine will share the highlights of her travels, from the people that she met and whose lives she briefly joined, to the sacred places she experienced as the Buddhist ideas of Shangri La were revealed to her. You will also have the opportunity to put your questions to Elaine.

TUE 26 JUN 7.30PM

£7 (£6) THEATRE TALK

THE SACRED ART OF TIBET WITH ZARA FLEMING

Discover Tibetan art from the early 20th Century to the present day and the changes that have occurred during this time. You will discover how the first Tibetan objects arrived in museums and what happened to Tibetan art after the Chinese occupation and colonisation of Tibet. Tibet as a geopolitical space no longer exists, the former country is now part of China. The art work being produced today by Tibetan artists within China and amongst the exiled communities elsewhere in the world, is created in a new and exciting way. These artists explore contemporary issues, by integrating the centuries old traditional Buddhist influences with modern imagery.

TUE 10 JUL 7.30PM

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DECOSTRUTTORI POSTMODERNISTI

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In The Beginning Was The Sound

Starting with Stravinsky, diving back to the Medieval, motoring with Mozart (ignoring Beethoven) and ending up with the Bee Gees, In The Beginning Was The Sound is an informal and entertaining rollercoaster ride through the history of music. Decostruttori Postmodernisti are four young Italian professional musicians, featuring the otherworldly sound of the Theremin accompanied by piano, violin and cello alongside ukulele, melodica, kazoo, bird whistle and slide whistle (and sometimes in the same piece). They blend sharp technical skills with the verve of cabaret presenting well known pieces in the most unlikely and entertaining ways imaginable. Excitingly, this is their first UK tour! WED 13 JUN 7.30PM

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Andrew Motion’s prose memoir, In the Blood (2006), was widely acclaimed, praised as ‘an act of magical retrieval’ (Daily Telegraph) and ‘a hymn to familial love’ (Independent). Now having left the UK’s shores, Motion looks back once more to recreate a stunning biographical sequel but this time, in verse. Essex Clay rekindles, expands and gives a tragic resonance to subjects that have haunted Motion throughout his writing life. The poem’s wealth of physical detail and its narrative momentum make it as compelling as a fast-paced novel: a settling of accounts which admits that final resolutions are impossible. Andrew Motion was Poet Laureate from 1999 to 2009 and is co-founder of the online Poetry Archive; in 2015 he was appointed a Homewood Professor in the Arts at Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore. He has received numerous awards for his poetry, including most recently the Ted Hughes Award (2015), and has published four celebrated biographies, a novella, The Invention of Dr Cake (2003) and a memoir, In the Blood (2006). Andrew Motion was knighted for his services to poetry in 2009.

RUNNING TIME 1 HOUR APPROX + Q&A AND BOOK-SIGNING (SUPPORTED BY WALKERS BOOKSHOP, STAMFORD) FRI 15 JUN 7.30PM

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BEATRICE SEARLE

FOR THE JOURNEY & RETURN

Beatrice carved the Stamford Poetry Stone!

WITH THE ORKNEY BOAT This is the story of two North Sea crossings and Beatrice’s five hundred mile walk through Norway, from Oslo, over the Dovrefjell mountains and into Trondheim, harnessed to a forty kilo, beloved Orcadian rock. As we speed our ways through a built-up world, we often miss the potential that the landscape has to anchor and fortify us. The carving of the Orkney Boat and the journey made with it, is an artistic response to that lost experience. For The Journey and Return with The Orkney Boat was a public, performative art project and part of Magnus 900, a cultural programme that ran throughout 2017 to mark Magnus Erlendsson, 900 years after his death. The project was generously supported by the Orkney Islands Council, Orkney Arts, Museums and Heritage and 37 private donors. WED 20 JUN 8PM

QUENTIN CRISP: NAKED HOPE WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY MARK FARRELLY DIRECTED BY LINDA MARLOWE “Discover who you are. And be it - like mad!”

From a conventional Surrey upbringing to global notoriety via The Naked Civil Servant, Quentin Crisp was an extraordinary raconteur and wit. This much-acclaimed production, following a UK tour and off-West End season at the St. James Theatre, shows Quentin both in his beloved Chelsea flat as the 1970s dawned, and in his final years in his adopted New York, with the new millennium beckoning. Naked Hope is a glorious, uplifting celebration of the urgent necessity to be your true self, and a tribute to the courage of a true survivor. Mark Farrelly recently appeared at Leicester Square Theatre in his other hit solo show, The Silence of Snow: The Life of Patrick Hamilton. Other West End credits include Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? opposite Matthew Kelly. He is directed by the renowned EastEnders star Linda Marlowe, who has won awards for her own solo work such as Berkoff’s Women. ‘Farrelly’s mastery of his audience is total’ Time Out ‘Riveting and hysterically funny - a fantastic production’ British Theatre Guide ‘Brilliant’ The Stage 1 HOUR 10 MINS APPROX, NO INTERVAL FRI 22 JUN 8PM

£12 (£10) £5 UNDER 26s & GROUPS

£3 CELLAR BAR

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CHANTRY DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DANCER ‘How do they do that?’ Is this something you’ve ever thought when watching a professional dancer perform? If so, we can answer that question and more for you! Join the Co-Artistic Directors of Chantry Dance Company and West End choreographers, Rae Piper and Paul Chantry, for a fascinating look at a day in the life of a professional dancer. Learn what it takes to become a dancer, how professional dancers maintain their fitness, keep strong and flexible, how they rehearse and how they create choreography for performance. Rae and Paul are among the UK’s finest and most experienced contemporary ballet dancers, as well as being international and West End choreographers responsible for award-winning shows including David William’s ‘Gangsta Granny’, operas, and numerous contemporary ballets. They will provide a true ‘behind the scenes’ look at what dancers do in their daily lives.

NotNowcollective presents

dadman: THE bath-time warrior

DadMan: The Bath-time Warrior deals with the surprise, shock and change brought on by the expectations of fatherhood, looking at issues of control and supervision from a fresh point of view. The show’s creators (two Croatian mothers who also run the show off-stage) we decided to challenge their own and society’s assumptions, generalisations and expectations of gender roles, and ask questions so many are often afraid to ask out loud. The show is performed by two men. They are genuine fathers, actors/musicians/stage-combat professionals react strongly to sweeping statements but are happy to turn them into a song and battle. Their objective? To unravel the bath-time in a surprising, unpredictable and completely new light! Are you a parent or carer with a young baby (under 2s)? This show’s designed for adults, but, we don’t want you to miss out, so feel free to bring a baby to the 1.30pm performance!

An event that any aspiring dancer, or anyone involved in dance, would not want to miss! Even if dance is not something you’ve previously had an interest in, this family friendly talk and dance demonstration is a great way to introduce yourself to the world of dance!

TICKETS £2 PER PERSON OR BOOK FOR

DRACULAR AT THE SAME TIME AND GET THEM FOR FREE! SEE P24

TUE 26 JUN 11AM (AND AT GUILDHALL ARTS CENTRE THU 5 JUL 6PM) THEATRE

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55 MINS, NO INTERVAL WED 27 JUN 1.30PM (BRING A BABY PERFORMANCE) & 7.30PM

ALL TICKETS £5 (FREE LAP TICKETS AVAILABLE) THEATRE

DRAMA

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june

PINT OF POETRY

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THE MOONLIGHTERS

RHUBARB THEATRE PRESENTS

The Moonlighters are a quartet playing smooth jazz tunes and classic songs from The Great American Songbook, together with a few relaxing standards from the pop repertoire.

Maisie is hiding and thinks she’s found the perfect place – Sidney’s Shed. But this is no ordinary shed, and Sidney Waffles is no ordinary gardener…

FEATURING HELEN

SIDNEY’S SHED

Piano, bass and guitar, and featuring the unique and fabulous voice of Helen.

Inventor, explorer and winner of this year’s ‘Best-Veg-in-Show’, the potty flower-potter has made some unusual improvements to his allotment. Sidney has created the world’s first time travelling shed! Join Sidney and the bravest little girl in Windy-on-the-Hill on their time-travelling journey to dig up the past and weed out the bullies!

Perfect for an intimate evening of romantic and fun music!

Following the fantastic success of last year’s touring show Granny’s Game, Rhubarb Theatre present a brand-new family show for gardeners and adventurers of all ages - bursting with historical hilarity, songs, music and prize-winning rhubarb!

A fun and fast paced adventure through time

for all the family

1 HOUR APPROX AGES 5-12 WED 27 JUN 8PM

FRI 29 JUN 8.30PM

SAT 30 JUN 2.30PM

FREE ENTRY

£6 (£5) £20 FAMILY OF FOUR

CELLAR BAR

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june/july

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STAMFORD YOUTH THEATRE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WILDCATS THEATRE SCHOOL PRESENTS

Join Stamford Chamber Orchestra for an exciting summer concert, starting with Mendelssohn’s much-loved Märchen von der schönen Melusine, then the thrills of the Rossini Bassoon Concerto, finishing with Beethoven’s majestic Symphony No. 3 - “Eroica”.

Stamford Senior youth theatre are delighted to bring you an evening consisting of two original pieces of theatre: ‘Harshtag’ and ‘Pull’. ‘Harshtag’ and ‘Pull’ Harshtag is a story about the life of Eve and how, because of cyber bullying her life is turned upside down.

Stamford chamber orchestra

STAMFORD SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE

Pull, a non-naturalistic piece uses metaphor to show the impact of genocide through one man battling in being a survivor the holocaust. Both pieces of theatre are designed and will be shown to school audiences, after the performance there will be the opportunity to talk with the cast and writer/director about the piece.

SAT 30 JUN 7.30PM

£12.50 (£10.50) £5 CHILDREN BALLROOM CLASSICAL

FRI 6 JUL 1.30PM (SCHOOLS) & SAT 7 JUL 7.30PM

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£10 (£8) FREE TEACHER PLACES THEATRE

JAZZ IN THE CELLAR BAR PRESENTS

PAT MCCARTHY FEATURING SHANNON REILLY Described as “world class” by Humphrey Lyttelton, guitarist Pat McCarthy leads this acclaimed quartet which features THOM WHITWORTH (trumpet) and WARREN JOLLY (double bass), presenting a warm and melodic repertoire of choice standards like But Not For Me, How Insensitive and Body & Soul, and even some originals. A vocalist of exceptional quality whose influences include Etta James, Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day and Peggy Lee, SHANNON REILLY’s spellbinding performances with the Pat McCarthy Quartet have been captivating audiences across the UK. ‘This is superb music that manages to pull off that difficult trick of having a broad appeal whilst still satisfying the jazz connoisseur.’ Gill Wilde - Jazz Promoter of the Year UR FRI 6 JUL 8PM £8 (INC £1 OFF FIRST DRINK VOUCHER)

YOUTH DRAMA

CELLAR BAR

JAZZ

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july kris drever

Scottish songwriter Kris Drever (Lau) celebrated a decade of critical and commercial success by winning both BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of The Year 2017 and Best Original Track 2017 (for his song If Wishes Were Horses) at BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. For his 2018 concerts Kris will be performing a ‘best of’ set featuring all the key songs from his first decade and some new material played live for the first time. ‘Completely infectious’ BBC Music

poetry swaps

‘Utterly stunning’ fRoots

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!

‘Immense yet ultra-supple sophistication, musicianship of the first order…a breath of fresh air’ Songlines ‘Guitarist with that bravely experimental trio Lau, Kris Drever has all the makings of a solo celebrity’ The Guardian **** ‘Sets the standard for others to follow’ Folkradio.co.uk

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WED 11 JUL 8PM

FREE ENTRY CELLAR BAR

FRI 13 JUL 8PM

£16 (£15) POETRY

BALLROOM MUSIC

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july A PINT OF COMEDY

Join us for our hugely popular regular comedy nights, live in the Cellar Bar! With some of the UK’s best headline acts, the hilarious Alan Seaman comperes each night.

romeo & juliet

What if your first true love was someone you’d been told you must hate?

Full details of live acts are available on our website as they are announced. Book early to avoid disappointment! Tickets include £1 discount voucher to use towards your first drink in the Cellar Bar.

Set in a world very like our own, this Romeo and Juliet is about a generation of young people born into violence and ripped apart by the bitter divisions of their parents.

peterborough voices summer concert

Peterborough Voices regularly perform with world class musicians including the King’s Singers, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the BBC Concert Orchestra. This year they will undertake a three-date tour with the Central band of the RAF to celebrate the centenary of the Royal Air Force.

The most famous story of love at first sight explodes with intense passion and an irresistible desire for change, but leads all too quickly to heartbreaking consequences.

They return to Stamford Arts Centre for their annual summer concert, always a highlight of their busy schedule, performing choral favourites, ballads and songs from the shows. Not to be missed! Directed by William Prideaux.

RUNNING TIME 3 HOURS APPROX FRI 13 JUL 8PM

£12 (£10)

£6 (INC £1 off first drink*) CELLAR BAR

SAT 14 JUL 7.30PM

COMEDY

BALLROOM

WED 18 JUL 7PM

£14 (£12) £10 UNDER 26s & GROUPS CHOIR MUSIC

THEATRE

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summer fun

penguinpig

louise white presents

debris

Badly buttered toast, a fear of Falmouth, and elephants; depression leaves some strange things behind. Love is a neurotic checklist, sadness is all tied up with fear and dreams have a no-holds-barred policy. Louise is packing her depression into boxes but needs to sift through the debris to make things finally fit. Why is Cornwall so scary? Why do the black balloon dogs keep following her? Why does she constantly need to pee? And why is spreading butter on toast such a big deal? £1 ‘An emotional rollercoaster for the audience – stunning!’ first poff ‘Incredible. Simply incredible’ show d ost‘The best thing I’ve seen…’ in Cellrink a 1 HOUR 15 MINS APPROX AGES 14+ Bar r THU 19 JUL 7.30PM

£12 (£10) £5 UNDER 26S THEATRE DRAMA

Sophie reads about an exciting creature called a Penguinpig on the Internet. Filled with delight and intrigue she sets off alone on an adventure to find the adorable creature, leading her to the Zoo. But what will she find inside? A cautionary tale told through puppetry offering a fun-filled show that is both educational and highly entertaining. A story that is accessible on many levels, Penguinpig has plenty of engaging charm whilst carrying an important message for older children to consider with their grown-ups. ‘The most engaged my children have ever been at the theatre’ Parent after performance at Little Angel Theatre, London ‘I’ve been humming Penguinpig songs to myself since’ Uttoxeter Advertiser 55 MINS APPROX NO INTERVAL AGES 3-8 SAT 21 JUL 11AM & 2PM

£8 (£7) £28 FAMILY OF FOUR THEATRE

FAMILY SHOW

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summer fun

circus skills workshop once between a number Have a go at circus skills with fantastic Lincolnshire company Earthbound Misfits!

Try your hand at juggling, plate spinning, balancing, diablo and many more in these fun sessions!

with MARION LEEPER

In this workshop/storytelling session, listen and take part in, Marion’s stories, explore the storytelling props, parents and child together, make up some stories of your own and come up with some problems that you can solve using mathematics. For parents, find out about all the mathematics you already do with your children but never realised: for children, enjoy the antics of Anansi the spider, the foolish dinosaurs, and the boy who caught a big fish. You will go home with a smile on your face and a head full of stories. Marion Leeper is a storyteller, educator and author of Developing Early Maths through Story.

AGES 7-11

theatre in a week with bailey and burns

Explore! Create! Perform… Superheroes and Villains! Young People’s Summer Performance Opportunity Have you ever fancied creating your own Superhero character and taking them on adventures like Iron Man, Wonder Woman and the Joker? Join Bailey and Burns Theatre to perfect your powers by exploring your new character through acting and movement, using fun and dynamic creative workshops. This week-long opportunity for 8 – 16 year olds will include drama and dance sessions aimed at developing performance skills, leading towards a short production for family and friends at the end of the week. Through games and improvisation, participants will learn to express themselves and enhance their imagination, coordination and confidence. Kei Bailey and Gil Burns have been working together since 2003, leading a variety of workshops and projects, and directing and choreographing many professional, youth and community productions. For more information visit their website on www. baileyandburnstheatre.moonfruit.com

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

FRI 27 JUL 10AM - 12PM OR 1PM - 3PM

MON 30 JUL 10AM - 12PM OR 1PM - 3PM

SESSIONS WILL RUN 10AM - 5PM, MON 6TH AUG - THURS 9TH AUG AND 11AM - 7PM FRI 10TH AUG

£8 PER SESSION PER CHILD

£3 PER CHILD PER SESSION (1 ACCOMPANYING ADULT FREE)

WHOLE WEEK £100 (WITH FREE TICKETS FOR THE END OF THE WEEK SHOW!)

BALLROOM

REHEARSAL ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

BALLROOM

CHILDREN’S WORKSHOP

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july/AUGUST

PINT OF POETRY

andre rieu 2018 maastricht concert

Join the maestro himself, the King of the Waltz, André Rieu as he plays his 2018 Maastricht concert-this year, a celebration of love! ‘Amore, My Tribute to Love’, is the renowned violinists tribute to his love for music, and his love for both of his families; his wife and children, and of course for his Johann Strauss Orchestra, who he has performed with for over 30 years. The unforgettable concerts that take place in André’s hometown of Maastricht in the Netherlands are a sight to behold. Set against the incredible backdrop of the medieval town square, fans flock annually from all corners of the world to watch André perform with his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra, as well as sopranos, tenors, and some very special guests. This annual celebration of music that is like no other is also experienced every year in full by hundreds of thousands of fans across the world from the comfort of their local cinema, also treated to some very special behind the scenes extras.

RUNNING TIME 3 HOURS 25 MINS APPROX WED 25 JUL 8PM

SAT 28 7PM & SUN 29 JUL 3PM

FREE ENTRY

£20 (£19)

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AUGUST

The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars

‘The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook’ Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club and combining world-class live jazz, narration and rare archive images and footage, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to celebrate ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook’. Since its humble beginnings as a basement music bar where musicians would jam, through to the internationally acclaimed music venue it is today, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club has showcased the music of some of the world’s greatest and most influential Artists. Hosting landmark performances from the likes of Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck and Michael Bublé – and not forgetting surprise appearances by the likes of Jamie Cullum and Stevie Wonder!

PINT OF POETRY

Featuring classic music from the jazz greats who have performed at Ronnie Scott’s, alongside narration and projected archive images and rare footage from the club, ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Songbook’ is a glimpse into this unique world and its incredible musical history. Hosted and performed by the award-winning Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, led by the club’s Musical Director, this is a unique evening celebrating the music and history of Ronnie Scott’s and is a must for any music fan.

£20 (£19) BALLROOM

SATELLITE SCREENING

A stunning new modern ballet production of Dracula. Don’t miss this mesmerising, remarkable new interpretation of the classic Bram Stoker story, where Dracula is no longer confined to a dusty old house in Transylvania...instead you’ll find him running a charming cabaret club in London, complete with performing vampires! Learn more about Chantry Dance Company at www.chantrydancecompany.org

‘Full-on brilliance’ The Guardian ‘Outstanding players. For poise, balance and swing they’re a joy to listen to’ The Observer SAT 25 AUG 7.30PM

DON’T MISS! something to get your teeth into... CHANTRY DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS ‘DRACULA’

WED 29 AUG 8PM

FRI 5 OCT 7.30PM

FREE ENTRY

£12 (£10) £8.50 GROUPS & SCHOOLS

CELLAR BAR

POETRY

THEATRE DANCE

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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 5 May CELLAR BAR (downstairs) Sat 1 Sep REHEARSAL ROOM (upstairs)

1.30PM - 5PM £30

PHILOSOPHY AND THE GOOD LIFE WITH DANIEL CALLCUT

Curious about philosophy? Come along and enjoy a friendly tour of some of the world’s most influential ideas. How should one live? What makes for a happy life? Dr Callcut will introduce big philosophical topics from ancient Greece to modern Britain and relate them to film, tv, novels, and fine art. No prior experience of philosophy is required. This is a chance to learn with an engaging local philosopher who has spoken at events around the world (including in Oxford, Yale, and Berlin). WED 6 JUN - 11 JUL 7PM - 8.30PM £40 FOR 6 WEEKS BURLEY ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

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REGULAR ADULT WORKSHOPS or motifs to the paper shade or take the wire frame to create a “lantern” by winding strips of fabric and ribbons to create a sculptural form (or you can do both…). The simplest of techniques can make a variety of lovely vintage-style home accessories. Come for the whole day or just pop in when you want to. Bring at least one lampshade.

LIVE AND LEARN New Course! Ukulele Tab Reading and Finger Picking Day

This fun and light hearted day will teach you how to play your ukulele in a new way. The course is aimed at players who have been playing for a little while and can easily change between basic chords like C, F, G, Am, Dm, E7, bb etc. In the morning session you will learn how to read ukulele tab and how to play melodies, later progressing to looking at some techniques you can use to enhance how your playing sounds. The afternoon session looks at finger picking and how to vary the way you can accompany yourself on the ukulele. You will need your own ukulele for this course, you can hire one on the day for an additional cost of £10 (payable on the day) but this must be booked in advance . For more information, contact Chris: info@ukulelewithchris.co.uk SAT 21 JUL 10AM - 3.30PM £30 ADULT WORKSHOP

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, for adults aged 19 and over. CUSTOMISE A LAMPSHADE Sat 5 May 9.30AM - 3.30PM Time for some lampshade upcycling. You can either decorate a lampshade by adding ribbons

FESTIVAL FUN! SAT 2 JUN 9.30AM - 3.30PM As we embrace the summer and look forward to the festival season it seems like a good time to accessorize your summer wardrobe and decorate the garden for a party (or your tent if you are going camping…). Come for the whole day or just pop in when you want to. There will be a variety of crafts to try from fabric jewellery and funky denim “patches” to bunting and butterfly decorations in summer colours.

LIVE AND LEARN IPADS Wed 13, 20 & 27 Jun, 9.45am - 12.15pm and 2 - 4.30pm This 3-session course introduces you to the Apple iPad. Get to grips with the world’s most popular tablet. (iPads provided for the sessions).

Felting workshops are great for beginners, with all materials supplied. Come along and try something new! Sat 8 September 10am-4pm: Needle Felted Woodland Animals £55 Sat 13 October 10am-1pm: Wet Felted Bowls, Baskets, Bags! £30 Sat 17 November 10am-4pm: Large Felted Landscape £55 Sat 1 December 10am-1pm: Needle Felted Christmas Animal £30 ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

MORE INFO: www.liv eandlearncourses .com

£10 PER PERSON PER WORKSHOP ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

iPads for Beginners

FELTING WORKSHOPS WITH EVE MARSHALL, ARTISAN FELTER

MORE IPADS

Wed 4, 11 & 18 Jul, 9.45am - 12.15pm and 2 - 4.30pm This 3-session course is designed to allow learners who have completed iPads for Beginners to build on their knowledge and develop further tablet skills. (iPads provided for the sessions).

£20 PER PERSON PER WORKSHOP BURLEY ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

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

Contemporary Painting

MONDAYS 23 APR - 16 JUL (NO SESSION 7 MAY) 1.15PM - 3.45PM £9 (£8.50) WEEKLY ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

TUESDAYS 17 APR - 10 JUL (NO SESSION 29 MAY) 17 APR - 22 MAY 9.30AM - 12.30PM £77 (£66) ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

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.

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

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 17 APR - 17 JUL (NO SESSION 29 MAY) 7.30PM - 10PM £11 WEEKLY OR £60 FOR FIRST HALF TERM OF 6 WEEKS AND £70 FOR SECOND HALF TERM OF 7 WEEKS 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 25 APR - 18 JUL (NO SESSION 30 MAY) 10AM - 12.30PM OR 1.30PM - 4PM £9 (£8.50) WEEKLY 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

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 18 APR - 18 JUL (NO SESSION 30 MAY) 7.30PM - 10PM OR FRIDAYS 20 APR - 13 JUL (NO SESSION 1 JUN) 10AM - 12.30PM £13 WEEKLY OR £66 FOR FIRST HALF TERM OF 6 WEEKS AND £77 FOR SECOND HALF TERM OF 7 WEEKS 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.

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 19 APR - 19 JUL (NO SESSION 31 MAY) 10AM - 12.30PM £11 WEEKLY OR £60 FOR FIRST HALF TERM OF 6 WEEKS AND £70 FOR SECOND HALF TERM OF 7 WEEKS ART ROOM (UPSTAIRS)

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.

THURSDAYS 12 APR - 12 JUL (NO SESSION 31 MAY) 7.30PM - 9.30PM £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 ACCESS ALL AREAS! We are proud to be an Artsmark Partner

The Partnership Programme is an Arts Council England endorsed network of arts and cultural organisations that can support education settings on their Artsmark journey to embed arts and culture across the curriculum. If you are an Artsmark school please do get in contact with us.

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

We are proud to be an Arts Award Supporter

Are you a school or community group working with young people studying Arts Award? If so we would love to hear from you. We can offer bespoke activities that contribute towards any level of Arts Award, including seeing and reviewing our productions, opportunities to meet casts, creatives and professionals working in our venue. We have several shows this season that are suitable for a school audience. Don’t forget we can also do special private film screenings for schools too, just ask! For more information please email Jo Dobbs jo@stamfordartscentre.com

CHANTRY’S DANCE’S ‘A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DANCER’ See page 15 TUE 26 JUN 11AM ROMEO AND JULIET - RSC Screening See page 19 WED 18 JUL 7PM DEBRIS - LOUISE WHITE See page 20 THU 19 JUL 7.30PM

THE ROYAL GEOGRAPHICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS HUGH THOMSON ‘ONE MAN AND HIS MULE’ See page 6 WED 23 MAY 7.30PM

nues LOV - Lincolnshire OneraVemm e Young People’s Prog The network of Arts venues in Lincolnshire is moving into a new and exciting phase working with the University of Lincoln. Over the next few months the new team will be working away, designing and developing new outreach programmes! Watch this space for more LOV to come!

A DOLL’S HOUSE - THEATRICAL NICHE See page 7 THU 24 MAY 7.30PM KINDERTRANSPORT - STAMFORD SHOESTRING THEATRE See page 10 TUE 5 - SAT 9 JUN 7.45PM ANDREW MOTION See page 13 FRI 15 JUN 7.30PM QUENTIN CRISP: NAKED HOPE See page 14 FRI 22 JUN 8PM BOX OFFICE 01780 763203

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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 WELLAND VALLEY ART SOCIETY MON 30 APR - SAT 12 MAY OPEN 10AM - 4PM AND SELECTED EVENINGS

DEMENTIA SUPPORT WEEK

A selection of support services available to local people affected by dementia will be on display during Dementia Awareness Week including an Art for All exhibition of work by people living with dementia and their carers, sessions of tai chi for “people of all abilities”, Singing Together, Art for All and a Lego workshop lead by members of our Square Hole Club. Members will hold Dementia Friends information sessions and will be available to answer questions at the information stand.www. dementiasupportsouthlincs.co.uk.

A Desire for visual knowledge

GCSE Art & Photography Exhibition

LAND, SEA & SKY OUR ART

A collection of work created by participants of our regular adult Land, Sea and Sky is a art classes. Come along and photographic celebration of GRAHAM RHODES STAMFORD WELLAND ACADEMY take a look at their work; the My childhood unleashed a desire This exhibition comprises of the landscapes of the British Isles, exhibition may even inspire you to know how things worked and best work produced by Stamford Iceland and New Zealand by Peter Hallam MA ARPS. It shows to join a class in September! why things happened; this soon Welland Academy GCSE Art 17 JUL – 6 AUG flourished into a more specific and Photography students over the drama as I saw it of these interest in Art; and later putting their course. The work displayed wild lands conveying my feelings through photography. it into practice “ is this how my shows numerous approaches 5 JUL – 16 JUL mind works ? Let me show You. to the visual arts, inspired by a large variety of artists and 24 MAY – 17 JUN photographers, and using creative techniques developed over time.

21 JUN – 1 JUL

PETER HALLAM

VESSEL

PAT ARMSTRONG, KAREN ATHERLEY, CHRIS AND WILL ILLSLEY, TYDD POTTERY, KATHERINE WINFREY AND PETRA WRIGHT. An exhibition of pots and pot-themed paintings by Pat Armstrong, Karen Atherley, Chris and Will Illsley, Tydd Pottery, Katherine Winfrey and Petra Wright.

8 AUG – 19 AUG

BRUSH WITH IMAGINATION JOSETTE CARROLL & VILMA NYSS

Josette Carroll & Vilma Nyss are known for an array of media,expressing their distinctive styles. The Rhythm of their narrative, reveals the creative processes that are crucial in the development of their art. This exhibition unveils their themes and desires of feeling through images born of their imagination.

30 AUG – 26 SEP

14 MAY – 20 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

THE CLASSICAL SAXOPHONE A MUSIC AT ST MARTINS CONCERT ST MARTIN’S CHURCH, STAMFORD Philip Attard (saxophone) and Christine Zerafa (piano). Under the Countess of Munster Recital Scheme. www.musicatstmartins.org SAT 12 MAY 7.30PM I TICKETS £12 (£10) STUDENTS £5 UNDER 18s FREE

FREYA GOLDMARK (violin) AND CRAIG WHITE (piano) A MUSIC AT ST MARTIN’S CONCERT

ST MARTIN’S CHURCH, STAMFORD Programme to include violin sonata by Caesar Frank. www.musicatstmartins.org SAT 2 JUN 7.30PM TICKETS £12 (£10) £5 STUDENTS UNDER 18s FREE

FAIREST ISLE

ST MARY’S CHURCH, STAMFORD A concert to celebrate music written from these shores including works by Tallis, Byrd, Purcell, Elgar, VaughanWilliams and Britten. Sung by the ‘Aragon Consort’, a group of lay clerks from Peterborough Cathedral. SAT 9 JUN 7.30PM I TICKETS £14

A SUMMER EVENING OF MUSIC AND LAUGHTER

ALL SAINTS CHURCH, EASTON ON THE HILL, PE9 3LL A summer evening of music and laughter featuring The Shoestring Theatre Roadshow Review plus the music of Flanders and Swann.

More info: Elspeth Cox 01780 766845 FRI 29 JUN 7.30PM TICKETS £10

WOVEN CHORDS SUMMER CONCERT

BOURNE BAPTIST CHURCH, WEST ROAD, BOURNE PE10 9NE Stamford’s community Choir, Woven Chords, first Summer Concert under new director Emmanuel Omuederiaye promises to be a feast for the ears! Haunting harmonies and a vibrant mix of new songs, some written especially for the choir by Emmanuel and some new arrangements of old favourites. Woven chords sing unaccompanied songs from around the globe, from Africa to Georgia to America, many in their native language, plus a few popular songs that you may recognize. www.wovenchords.com SAT 7 JUL 7.30PM TICKETS £8 (£7)

JAMIE COONJUBEEHARRY (flute) AND FREDERICK BAGER (piano) A MUSIC AT ST MARTIN’S CONCERT

ST MARTIN’S CHURCH, STAMFORD Jamie Coonjobeeharry is winner of the 2017 scholarship awarded by The Biddy Baxter and John Hosier Music Trust. www.musicatstmartins.org SAT 22 SEP 7.30PM TICKETS £12 (£10) £5 STUDENTS UNDER 18s FREE

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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.

27 St Mary’s Street, Stamford, Lincs PE9 2DL www.stamfordartscentre.com Box office 01780 763203 Admin/Marketing 01780 480846 Tourist Information 01780 755611

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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

BOX OFFICE 01780 763203

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 AND GALLERY BARS

The Cellar Bar is open Mon to Sat from 7pm and the Gallery Bar is open for pre-show drinks as well as during live shows and satellite screenings. Both bars have a great selection of wines, spirits, soft drinks, real ales and local guest ales as well as sweet and savoury snacks including ice-cream. Why not beat the interval rush and pre-order your drinks?