INCUBATOR
Kristin Fredricksson - February
Kristin trained with Jacques Lecoq in the 1990s and has since worked as a performer mainly outside the UK. She returned to the UK last year and formed Beady Eye in 2009. During her time at The Castle, Kristin will revisit a piece she has made about her dad, which will continue to tour later in the year. She will work with new objects, photos and films exploring her puppetic-athletic approach to making theatre. 36
Everything Must Go, by Kristin Fredricksson. Photo credit: Maria Andrews
The Castle is delighted that two artists will take up residence during our Spring Season as part of our Incubator initiative. Practitioners from any art form receive rehearsal space and time for research & development to solve technical challenges and expand artistic horizons.
COMMUNITY
Neil Paris - March
Neil Paris is a dance and theatre artist from Norfolk. He works as a performer with Fabulous Beast Dance Theatre who tour internationally and as an educator and project leader in schools and community settings. During his week he will work alone and with invited guest artists investigating and developing his approach to creating performance work. The work will include dance, play, movement, text and voice. RYTF East Midlands 2009
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Hosted by The Castle, Wellingborough in partnership with NAYT Calling all youth theatres in the East Midlands region! RYTF is a fun-packed weekend that celebrates youth theatre with opportunities to participate in a high quality workshop programme and showcase performance work! The cost to participate is £10 per youth theatre member and entitles members to a festival pass into as many workshops, discussions and performances possible to fit in over the weekend! To find out how your group can take part contact Sarah Chiswell on 01933 221 847 or email sarah@thecastle.org.uk. www.nayt.org.uk Fri 29 - Sun 31 Jan £10 per participant
box office 01933 270 007
Family Day
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The Castle invites you and your family to come along and enjoy a fun-filled family day together. Workshops and entertainment will include: ■ Street performers and theatre for children ■ Story-time and sing – a - longs ■ Quizzes and competitions ■ Theatre and art workshops ■ Professional performance ■ Plus lots more..! Sat 20 Feb, 11am – 4pm Family Day Ticket: £2 Adults £1 children (under 16s) For more information call the participation team on 01933 221 847
Community Partnerships The Castle works with a variety of partners throughout the year supporting the delivery of enriching programmes.
Young Creations and SO…! Dancers
Thursdays at The Castle! Inclusive dance/drama and related art forms for participants of all abilities, with opportunities to perform at the DAPA Festival and Young Creations Pantomime. Sessions are designed to meet the needs of the participants. ■ Schools 10.30am – 11.30am ■ Open Session 1.30pm – 3.30pm ■ Youth Groups Session Introductory Group 4pm – 5pm ■ Advanced 5pm – 6pm £2.50 per session. Term Break programme also available. For more information, call Veronica Broomhall – 07941 987 105 or email: veronica.broomhall@virgin.net
Castle Functions
For further information please contact Jayne Simmons on 01933 221 848 or jayne@thecastle.org.uk
Valentines Menu
Please contact companies directly or visit www.thecastle.org.uk/community for more information. Classes marked with an (*) can be booked at The Castle Box Office on 01933 270 007.
Starters Raspberry & Melon Champagne Cocktail Prawn & Avocado Salad
Rascals
Tuesdays in term-time 9.30am – 11am Fridays in term-time 9.30am – 10.30am Rascals provides creative opportunities for pre-school children. No need to book – just come and join in the fun. £2.75 for first participating child, £2 for second, and £1 for third. Call Julie on 01933 274567 for more information.
Main Courses Chicken Supreme garnished with Asparagus with a Creamy White Wine Sauce Homemade Roasted Vegetable Wellington with a Tomato Basil Sauce Salmon Supreme in a Prawn, Cucumber & Lemon Butter Sauce All served with a selection of Seasonal Vegetables & Potatoes Desserts Raspberry Charlotte served with a Passion fruit Coulis Chocolate, Rum & Walnut Roulade served with a Chocolate Sauce
Salsa for Beginners (*)
Wednesdays 13 Jan – 24 March (Half term 17 Feb) 7.30pm-8.30pm & 8.30pm-9.30pm £50 per term Cuban Dance teacher Yusi Castillo invites you to learn authentic Cuban Salsa at The Castle. For further information please visit www.realcubansalsa.co.uk
The Castle Sings Out Gospel (*)
Thursdays 8pm – 9.30pm 14 Jan – 25 March (Half term 30 Oct) £50 per term Experience this fun, soulful Gospel-style singing course led by dynamic tutor Gareth Fuller, who has worked with Elton John and others. Suitable for all - regardless of ability or experience. Please contact Sherina White on 01933 275 823 or email swhite@penielplace.com
Bookbinding and Restoration (*)
Bring along your own books, periodicals and personal documents and learn the techniques of restoration, repair, bookbinding and box making. Each course is a set of three Saturdays: Jan 23, Feb 6 & 13; Mar 6, 13 & 20; £60 plus materials. Please contact the Box Office on 01933 270 007.
COMMUNITY
Regional Youth Theatre Festival
Classes delivered by visiting specialists
Tea/Coffee & Chocolate
Strictly Valentine’s Dinner & Dance Romance your loved one with a difference at The Castle. Treat your Valentine to an evening of entertainment & culinary delights.
Sat 13 Feb, 7.30pm – 11pm (Meal served at 7.30pm) £30 per person (Friends £29) To book please call our Box Office on 01933 270 007
■ Delicious 3 course meal. ■ Dance with your sweetheart to our guest 7 piece band Strictly High
Society, one of the most versatile & accomplished bands in the UK. They will be playing a range of waltzes, foxtrots and quicksteps to dance the night away to...
■ Strictly High Society will also be bringing some dancers for you to
watch and improve your dance steps with.
■ Prizes to be won for the best dancers of the night! ■ Ideal for couples or groups of friends.
Free Wi-Fi We’ve installed free wireless internet access in our Bistro, Foyer and Function rooms, so now you can get online and surf while you sip.
Credit-Crunch Lunch deal! Every Wednesday, you can now buy a two course meal (Main meal & dessert) for £6.95! Simply select your options from a specially selected menu and then make your order at the bar. If you would like to book a table please call 01933 221 845.
www.thecastle.org.uk
COMMUNITY
Creative Communities
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COMMUNITY
VISUAL ARTS
Join the Friends of The Castle If you like theatre, cinema, drama, comedy or anything else that The Castle offers, then become a Friend and save £££’s. ■ Special Discounts ■ Priority Booking ■ Regular Newsletter ■ Special discounts on selected shows and films
Friends membership from as little as £7.50 per year, can you really afford not to join?
■ Discounts at the restaurant and bar
box office 01933 270 007
■ Invitation to special Friends theatre trips and social evenings
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The Friends of The Castle Upcoming Events A Night at The Races
An exciting night of chance when you place your bets, sponsor a horse or sponsor a race. A ploughman’s supper is also included in the ticket price. Sat 27 Feb, 7pm £6 (inc supper) Studio
www.thecastle.org.uk/friends
Annual Membership Fees Individual: £15 Double: £25 (2 adults) Family: £35 (2 adults, up to 4 children) Junior: £7.50 Senior citizen: £7.50 Registered disabled: £7.50 Life member: £250 Further details are available at www.thecastle.org.uk/friends or call our Box Office on 01933 270 007 Image: Mark Fearnley - April 2010
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