January - April 2017 Live Guide

JANUARY APRIL 2017 LIVE EVENTS LIVE SCREENINGS FILM CAFÉ BAR EXHIBITIONS EDUCATION BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP PARTICIPATION

FRIGHT SEASON Welcome to our fright season. Check out our scary shows

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AD ST D ADyour ST It’s not too late to book Christmas outing,Awhether it be pantomime (Aladdin), a Christmas show (Snow Queen) or a group outing to watch some top class comedy!

As I mentioned in my welcome in the last season guide, The Courtyard needs your support more than ever to meet the gap in the loss of local authority funding. The Courtyard has successfully launched its fundraising campaign for the season titled ‘I HEART CY’. The main thread of the campaign is a series of videos played before films at The Courtyard of what the thriving venue means to those who support it!

You can donate at the Box Office when you book your tickets or online.

I hope you will join me and the rest of The Courtyard team for all the fantastic shows in the season.

Ian Archer

Chief Executive The Courtyard is a registered Charity: no. 1067869

SUPPORTERS

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Aged between 14 and 25, you can get 10% off marked shows, £3 films and 20% off Cafe Bar Aged 13 or under and members

HIRE can get 15% off tickets for marked HIRElive shows and £3 film tickets Shows marked with this icon are suitable for all the family

Offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or membership deal. The best offer will apply.

TRANSPORT OPTIONS Are you travelling to The Courtyard with spare seats in your car?

Offer lifts to others travelling to the same show by registering your trip at www.Liftshare.com.

Or, if you need a ride to an event, log a journey request on the site and find someone else travelling your way.

Liftshare has over 500,000 active members and facilitates over 1,000,000 shared trips every month!

Previous winners of the Flavours of Herefordshire Awards, The Courtyard Café Bar has many mouth-watering treats to tempt you.

Enjoy a wide range of delicious home-baked goodies from Jan, famed for her baking! Try our famous quiches, exciting salads, mouth-watering main meals or lighter snacks – all made using the best of local ingredients. If you’re in a rush, grab a takeaway quiche and salad, the perfect light meal without having to compromise on great taste.

“Lovely tasty food, great atmosphere”

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Whether you’re watching a film, seeing a show, having a business lunch or just passing by, The Courtyard is the perfect place to relax, with free WIFI too.

See our latest menus online at courtyard.org.uk/cafe-bar

REVIEWED 11 SEPTEMBER 2016 “Neither myself or my friends have ever been disappointed with a meal.

The staff are always friendly no matter what time of day. The salad bar has a huge variety of different salads and quiches to choose from, which is handy if you haven’t got time or are a bit too peckish to wait for a cooked meal. The range of cakes and desserts are fabulous and scrummy. The dining area, is light, modern and airy.”

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Our light and airy venue is the perfect place to host almost any event, with a delicious buffet menu of fantastic food to choose from.

You could even combine your event with a live show or film, which is especially great for children’s parties!

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CAFÉ BAR EVENTS

SATURDAY CAFÉ

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Come to The Courtyard’s Café Bar and listen to some top local talent thanks to The Music Pool – most Saturdays 12noon to 2pm.

First Tuesday of the month at 8pm A great opportunity for emerging local talent of all ages.

QUIZ NIGHT Second Monday of the month from 8.30pm (£2 per person).

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For dates and acts look online at courtyard.org.uk

LIVE SCREENINGS 4

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NO MAN’S LAND

SAINT JOAN

TUESDAY 20 DECEMBER 7PM THURSDAY 12 JANUARY 7PM

HEDDA GABLER

NO MAN’S LAND

THURSDAY 2 FEBRUARY 7PM

SATURDAY 18 MARCH 7PM

AMADEUS THURSDAY 16 FEBRUARY 7PM

HEDDA GABLER

SAINT JOAN TICKETS £14

WOOLF WORKS

SLEEPING BEAUTY

TUESDAY 15 NOVEMBER 6.15PM

LES CONTES D’HOFFMAN THURSDAY 8 DECEMBER 7.15PM THURSDAY 15 DECEMBER 7.15PM

THE NUTCRACKER TUESDAY 31 JANUARY 7.15PM

IL TROVATORE

WEDNESDAY 8 FEBRUARY 7.15PM

WOOLF WORKS

TUESDAY 11 APRIL 7.15PM

JEWELS

WEDNESDAY 7 JUNE 7.15PM

THE DREAM

FRIDAY 3 MARCH 7PM

SLEEPING BEAUTY

WEDNESDAY 28 JUNE 7.15PM

OTELLO

THURSDAY 30 MARCH 7.15PM

MADAMA BUTTERFLY

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L’AMOUR DE LOIN

SATURDAY 21 JANUARY 5.55PM

TICKETS £15

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SATURDAY 25 MARCH 5.55PM

IDOMENEO

TICKETS £18, CONCESSIONS £15

TUESDAY 7 FEBRUARY 8PM

SATURDAY 13 MAY 5.30PM

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ROMEO ET JULIETTE

EUGENE ONEGIN

WEDNESDAY 15 MARCH 7PM

SATURDAY 7 JANUARY 5.55PM

ROMÉO ET JULIETTE

SATURDAY 22 APRIL 5.55PM

RUSALKA

BUY TICKETS FOR FOUR OR MORE MET OPERA SCREENINGS FOR £12.50 EACH

THURSDAY 23 FEBRUARY 8PM

I, CLAUDE MONET

TUESDAY 13 JUNE 8PM

MICHELANGELO: LOVE AND DEATH

WEDNESDAY 22 MARCH 8PM

THE ARTIST’S GARDEN: AMERICAN IMPRESSIONISM WEDNESDAY 11 JANUARY 7PM

THE TEMPEST TICKETS £15

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JENNY ECLAIR

FRIDAY 11 NOVEMBER 8PM

SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER 8PM

TICKETS £14, CONCESSIONS £13

HOW TO BE A MIDDLE AGED WOMAN WITHOUT GOING INSANE

MEGSON

Three times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Megson draw heavily on their Teeside heritage to create a unique brand of folk music SATURDAY 12 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THE FLOYD EFFECT – DARK

SIDE OF THE MOON AND BEYOND

TICKETS £21, CONCESSIONS £20 The Floyd Effect take you on a musical journey from the Dark Side of the Moon, through to Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Wall and The Division Ball.

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MONDAY 28 NOVEMBER 8PM

MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE

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FORGET ME NOT TICKETS £14, CONCESSIONS £13 Comic, poet and ex-psychiatric nurse, Rob Gee, presents a murder mystery set on an Alzheimer’s ward.

FILMS SATURDAY 19 NOVEMBER 11AM

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MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER 7.15PM

PATHS OF THE SOUL (PG)

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SATURDAY 26 8PM, MONDAY 28 6PM, TUESDAY 29 8PM & WEDNESDAY 30 2.30PM

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WEDNESDAY 7 SATURDAY 31 DECEMBER STUDIO THEATRE

SNOW QUEEN

A magical, fun show which follows Kay and Gerda’s amazing adventure as they meet many different characters on their quest; including The Snow Queen herself. This energetic and fast paced show is perfect for children 7 and under who love going on adventures and getting into the mood for Christmas.

Watch out for one of the best loved nursery rhyme characters who makes a guest appearance, can you guess who that is?

TICKETS: £8.50 CONCESSIONS: £7.50 COURTYARD FAMILY SATURDAYS: £6*

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Come and unwind after a stressful week with one of The Courtyard’s hilarious Comedy Clubs. Bring in your drinks from the bar and get ready to be entertained by some of the best up-and-coming comedians on the comedy circuit.

Comedy line up subject to change

FRIDAY 20 JANUARY 8PM STARRING

TICKETS £12.50

TICKETS £18, CONCESSIONS £17

FRIDAY 17 MARCH 8PM STARRING

SATURDAY 28 JANUARY 7.30PM

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TICKETS £19 WEDNESDAY 5 APRIL 8PM

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FRIDAY 31 MARCH 8PM STARRING

STEVE HALL STEVE BUGEJA JACK BARRY

JARATH REGAN STEPHAN BAILEY ALEX SMITH

FRIDAY 3 FEBRUARY 8PM STARRING

FRIDAY 7 APRIL 8PM STARRING

CARL DONNELLY MATT WINNING FREDDY QUINN

MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE

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THURSDAY 12 JANUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

FORBIDDEN NIGHTS

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Back to The Courtyard after their sell-out visit in June, Forbidden Nights are skilled professionally trained performers hand-picked from around the UK with charisma, undeniable talent, sparkling personalities and honed physiques in equal measure. They sing, dance and they are very easy on the eye.

Featuring vocalist, aerial artist, pole performer and fire act all delivered with an element of naughtiness.

FRIDAY 13 JANUARY 8PM

TICKETS £22.50 & £20

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DRACULA’S GHOST When Bram Stoker’s widow welcomes lawyer Mr Leech into her home, there begins a tale of the most feared vampire of all time, of his un-dead life and times, and the remarkable characters he has met through the centuries.

An original stage-play concerning the actual story of Count Dracula - prepare for nothing but the bloody truth!

TICKETS £13 CONCESSIONS £11

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RE - THE BOB LEGEND HI MARLEY EXPERIENCE This outstanding show presented by the very talented 7 piece band who tour the world recreating the music of the late great Bob Marley and the wailers in a way that leaves every audience member at every venue jamming for more. Legends first ever visit to The Courtyard is set to be something particularly special please get your tickets early.

TICKETS £17.50

SATURDAY 14 JANUARY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

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JIM CAUSLEY Jim Causley celebrates over a decade as an acclaimed solo artist and performer with a brand new studio album Forgotten Kingdom.

The album is his first album of entirely selfpenned material.

During the past decade Causley has been nominated for five BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, won the Spiral Earth Singer of the Year award in 2014, in 2015 he worked with BBC TV historian Dr Sam Willis to create the music for his show Highwaymen, Outlaws and Villains and was asked to perform his song Pride of the Moor on BBC’s Countryfile - Dartmoor Special.

WEDNESDAY 18 JANUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

THE CIRCUS OF HORRORS

The Circus of Horrors celebrates its 21st anniversary as it takes to the road with its latest incarnation, The Never-ending Nightmare. The spectacular features an amazing amalgamation of bizarre, brave & beautiful acts all woven into an Alice in Horrorland type story driven by a mainly original soundscape & performed with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek!

The Circus of Horrors became the only circus ever to reach the finals of Britain’s Got Talent and the first circus to perform in London’s West End for over 100 years. The Circus Of Horrors’ appearances on various subsequent TV shows have turned what started as a cult show into a household name – taking the extreme to the mainstream.

TICKETS £14, CONCESSIONS £12

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TICKETS £26 & £20, CONCESSIONS £24 & £18

FRIDAY 20 JANUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

BOWIE EXPERIENCE Bowie Experience is a spectacular concert featuring all of David Bowie’s hits - celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon. An unforgettable journey of sound and vision through David Bowie’s golden years from Space Oddity through to Let’s Dance.

This show features songs including; Space Oddity, Starman, Fashion, Life on Mars, China Girl, Rebel Rebel, Golden Years, Modern Love, All the Young Dudes, Lets Dance, Heroes and Absolute Beginners.

TICKETS £24

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SATURDAY 21 JANUARY 11AM STUDIO THEATRE

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This event is part of Courtyard Family Saturdays with a free pre-show activity at 10.30am

This story is about a curious boy from the city who sets off in search of three unusual creatures.

Deep in a strange and tranquil forest he discovers the Lostlet, the Strangelet and the Oddlet.

Together the new friends find surprising ways to make their hopes, dreams and wishes come true.

Norwich Puppet Theatre’s adaptation visually reimagines the story with a magical mix of puppetry, visual tricks, masks and original music.

TICKETS £6

THURSDAY 26 JANUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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In this emotional roller coaster one-man play ADbehind ST Norman Wisdom’s Jack Lane takes you well-known character to reveal a tough and lonely childhood.The world of post-war Music Hall and Variety embraces Norman’s manic slapstick routine catapulting him to stardom in the early 1950s. Success on the silver screen including the hit song, Don’t Laugh at Me, seals his fame. But fame comes at a price...

TICKETS £17

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Syd Lawrence Orchestra returns to Hereford, AD ST as well as musical spontaneity you can guarantee a laugh or two with a full-spectrum swing extravaganza, all of which is delivered with Chris Dean’s trademark mischievous humour.

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the music of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Quincy Jones, Billy May, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and many more.

TICKETS £21, CONCESSIONS £20 Sponsored by

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SATURDAY 28 JANUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

LEE HURST

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Lee Hurst, one of Britain’s most-loved comedians, is back with an all-new show for 2017.

Having earned his stripes over twenty years ago as a circuit comic and one of the best tellywarm-up men in the business, Lee was quickly promoted to being a regular face on comedy panel shows including They Think It’s All Over (he was a team captain) and Have I Got News For You, which is how he became a household name.

His combined quick wit, sharp observation and easy manner make an evening in Lee’s company a fun night out, which is why Lee’s fans are a dedicated bunch.

TICKETS £19

FRIDAY 27 JANUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

SING CHOIRS SING This show will be a wonderful choral celebration, featuring some of the best choirs in Herefordshire – from soul to male voice to classical. Choirs include Cantabile, Hereford Soul Choir, Got2Sing, Fire Choir, Britten Singers, Voice Academy, Garrick Singers and Hereford Police Choir. The evening is compered by X-entricity Theatre Director Steve Liddle who will also feature as a soloist, alongside talented young local vocalist Lauren Hughes.

This event is a joint fundraiser for The Music Pool and The Courtyard TICKETS £16, CONCESSIONS £15

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TUESDAY 31 JANUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

TONY CHRISTIE

Tony’s career began in the accounts office of a steel company in Yorkshire, while at the same time he was singing semi-professionally in working men’s clubs in the North of England.

Tony Christie’s musical heroes were not the usual Adam Faith, Elvis and the other rock and rollers, but Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald who he had heard on his father’s collection of 78 records His new 50-track collection coincides with a nationwide tour of the UK where he will perform his biggest hits Amarillo, Las Vegas, I Did What I Did For Maria and more.

TICKETS £26

FRIDAY 3 FEBRUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

MAX BOYCE

PLUS SPECIAL GUEST Max Boyce has been entertaining people all over the world for more than 30 years with his ability to paint pictures in word and song. A huge new young audience has recently discovered this exceptional entertainer, taking him into their hearts and making him a true modern day folk hero.

Max’s live performances need no introduction; the audience reactions and standing ovations speak for themselves. Don’t miss out on the unique experience of seeing Max Boyce live in concert, and being able to say, “I Was There!”

TICKETS £26

THURSDAY 2 FEBRUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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TV presenter Joe Swift digs deep to reveal his fascinating AD story ST from his Rock n Roll youth to becoming one of the country’s top Garden Designers. Hear what really happens behind the scenes at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and Gardeners World and find out what it takes to get a Chelsea Show Gold Medal?

His TV credits include Gardeners World, and the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and he is a regular columnist for The Times and Gardeners World magazine.

TICKETS £18

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SATURDAY 4 FEBRUARY 7PM MAIN HOUSE

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SING-A-LONG-A SOUND OF MUSIC (U) Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music is your chance to test your vocal range with several hundred other assorted nuns, Von Trapp family members and Julie Andrews look-a-likes.

The evening begins with a live show in which your host will lead you through a vocal warm-up, judge the fancy dress competition and award the prizes.

Costumes are not compulsory but they are highly recommended and you will be amazed at the inventiveness on display.

The host will then show you how to use your free interactive prop bag throughout the film and suggest some appropriate heckles and accompanying actions (such as hissing the countess, barking at Rolf and, of course, cheering for Julie).

TICKETS £16, CHILDREN UNDER 16 £11

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The classic rags to riches story!

Cinderella lives a life of drudgery, bullied by her horrible Ugly sisters Beryl and Cheryl. Cinders’ mother, the Baroness is not much better either; ripping up Cinderella’s invite to Prince Charming’s Ball! Her only comfort is her good pal Buttons.

However, with the help of two Fairy Godmothers; the questions must be asked…Will she go to the ball? Will the Prince get his girl?

With slap-stick comedy and well known songs, this pantomime delivered by HAPS will guarantees you fun filled show with laughter and enjoyment TICKETS £13, CONCESSIONS £11 FAMILY TICKET £42

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SATURDAY 18 FEBRUARY 11AM STUDIO THEATRE

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This event is part of Courtyard Family Saturdays with a free pre-show activity at 10.30am

Wrapped up in a snowy smother, Doris and her Bear man fall in love. But that is just the beginning of the story. When the storm comes and her Bear man disappears, how will she cope alone on a hill plagued with nothing but bad weather and a cloud of hungry crows for company?

The Snow Baby offers beautiful tabletop puppetry, imaginative storytelling and music to give you goosebumps.

TICKETS £6

MONDAY 20 FEBRUARY 11AM MAIN HOUSE

MATT DICKINSON

EVEREST AND BEYOND Matt Dickinson asked for a pair of mountain boots for his tenth birthday and since that point he has never looked back! In this thrilling presentation he introduces us to his life of adventure as an award winning Director/Cameraman for National Geographic TV, Discovery Channel and the BBC. During his action packed career he has filmed on Everest’s summit (the first British film maker to do so and get back alive), in Antarctica, Greenland, Alaska and on top of the highest live volcano in the world. In this presentation, Matt will take us on a breathtaking audiovisual tour of discovery to lands of ice and fire. Avalanches, killer icebergs and volcanoes guaranteed! A must-see event for PERFECT future adventurers!

FOR A TICKETS £12.50, CONCESSIONS £11.50

TUESDAY 21 FEBRUARY 7PM STUDIO THEATRE

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What happens when the wildest parts of

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escape, Ellie journeys through a flickering world of bewitching friends and comicbook superheroes. But as the walls of her new world begin to blur, Ellie must finally face the truth behind her fantasies.

Following on the acclaimed success of Killing Roger, Sparkle and Dark return with a visually stunning exploration of the power of grief and childish imagination, using original live music and life-sized puppetry.

TICKETS £13, CONCESSIONS £11

SCHOOL OUTING!

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MONDAY 6 – SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY 2017 MAIN HOUSE

Continuing its record breaking run at the Fortune Theatre in London’s West End, The Woman in Black now embarks on a major UK Tour this Autumn and is coming to The Courtyard in February.

Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping production, directed by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.

A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul.

It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

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Join the seven million theatregoers worldwide who have experienced “The most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter” Daily Telegraph.

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Performances FEBRUARY Monday 6 Tuesday 7 Wednesday 8 Thursday 9 Friday 10 Saturday 11

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TUESDAY 21 FEBRUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL

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RUTH BERKELEY (PENNY DREADFUL)

REBECCA WHEATLEY (CASUALTY)

Starring Cheryl Fergison (EastEnders), Maureen Nolan (The Nolans), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) and Ruth Berkeley (Penny Dreadful) this hysterical show is packed full of one-liners and parody songs about hot flushes and memory loss.

An all-singing, all-dancing comedy set in a department store, where four women with seemingly nothing in common, meet by chance. They soon bond as they make fun of their woeful lives experiencing “The Change” and their problems with forgetfulness, mood swings, wrinkles, night sweats and chocolate binges.

Book now for the ultimate girls night out!

TICKETS £26

MAUREEN NOLAN (THE NOLANS)

THURSDAY 23 FEBRUARY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

2FACED DANCE COMPANY PRESENT

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Fight or flight? There is always a choice.

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A gritty and explosive triple bill from the award winning and physically adventurous 2Faced Dance Company. Featuring three exhilarating commissions by world class choreographers Tamsin Fitzgerald, Lenka Vagnerova and newcomer Rebecca Evans, RUN explores the darker side of humanity, through an explosion of movement, theatre and design.

Founded in Hereford in 1999, 2Faced Dance is one of the nation’s leading, award-winning, male urban contemporary dance companies. The company returns home with this latest, politically charged work, performed by five incredible dancers, which has been leaving audiences astounded across the UK. TICKETS £13.50, CONCESSIONS £12.50 Photo: Chris Nash

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WEDNESDAY 22 FEBRUARY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

THE TANNAHILL WEAVERS

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This dynamic quartet play Scottish traditional music at its best. The band’s potent mixture of traditional ballads and fiery instrumentals leaves their audiences spellbound. As tight and versatile as any band in the Celtic music scene, the Tannahills can summon rock-n-roll intensity or haunting introspection.

TICKETS £13, CONCESSIONS £12

BORDERLINES FILM FESTIVAL FRIDAY 24 FEBRUARY TO SUNDAY 12 MARCH Visit the Borderlines website for full details and offers. borderlinesfilmfestival.org

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THURSDAY 9 - SATURDAY 11 MARCH 7PM MAIN HOUSE

ONE ACT PLAYS

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The 80th Hereford County Drama Festival of One-Act Plays – the best in local amateur drama – will take place at the Courtyard from Thursday 9th March to Saturday 11th March 2017.

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The adjudicator is Paul Murray and the performances commence at 7pm.

TICKETS £8 PER SESSION £21 FOR ALL THREE SESSIONS

2017 is the year that Borderlines celebrates its 15th anniversary. Since it began it has shown 1,000 films in 2,400 screenings to attendances of 170,000. Not just at the Courtyard but also at over 50 venues across Herefordshire, Shropshire and the Marches. Now one of the biggest film festivals in the country, it’s your opportunity to see astounding films from all over the world, in some cases weeks before they hit UK cinemas. Titles for 2017 include eagerly anticipated British period drama Lady Macbeth, based on a dark 19th century Russian novella, as well as The Odyssey, the stunningly shot barnacles-and-all biopic of legendary deep-sea explorer, filmmaker and environmentalist Jacques Cousteau.

Plunge in and explore.

MONDAY 13 MARCH 11AM & 1.30PM STUDIO THEATRE

FROZEN LIGHT THEATRE COMPANY PRESENT

HOME

Exploring a new and unknown world, Home immerses audiences with Profound and Multiple

22 Learning Disabilities (PMLD) in a multi-sensory story of discovery. Home is the latest bold and exciting production from Frozen Light.

The world is not how they remember it. Where are they now and where is their home Scarlet and Olive must learn how to survive and create a future together in an environment that is full of surprises. Will the stars shine on this unexpected friendship?

WEDNESDAY 15 – SATURDAY 18 MARCH 7.30PM, SATURDAY 2.30PM

And how will they face the challenges that lie ahead?

TICKETS £12 LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

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Mystery, romance, comedy and tragedy – this colourful, musical show has it all! Come and enjoy Gilbert and Sullivan’s greatest achievement, set in the historic Tower of London. Don’t miss Hereford’s fantastic G&S company, winners of yet another ‘Best Production’ award!

TICKETS £16, CONCESSIONS £14 SPECIAL MATINEE FOR LOCAL SCHOOLS, UNDER 18S/STUDENTS £5

THURSDAY 16 MARCH 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

ALASDAIR ROBERTS TRIO Alasdair Roberts is a Scottish musician, born in Germany, who was raised near Callander and has been based in Glasgow since 1995. He is primarily a songwriter / composer, singer and acoustic fingerstyle guitarist as well as an interpreter / arranger of traditional songs and ballads from Scotland and beyond.

‘A calm, precise and very beautiful record... another display of excellence from an artist in consummate control of his art.’ Uncut (9/10) TICKETS £15, CONCESSIONS £13

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THURSDAY 23 MARCH 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

ID NIGHT: EMERGING ARTISTS ALL MALE NIGHT

WEDNESDAY 22 MARCH 7.30 PM £10 £8 MAIN HOUSE OR

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PATSYADCLINE IN CONCERT ST An evening of song, laughter and legendary stories is promised when you come along to this enthralling tribute to the music, life and times of Patsy Cline. It is some 50 years since Patsy left a great legacy of hit records. this wonderful show pays tribute to country music’s world renowned superstar. This feel-good show will leave you wanting more with all the unforgettable hits including: Crazy, Sweet Dreams, Walking After Midnight and I Fall to Pieces.

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The Courtyard and 2Faced Dance Company proudly present I.D which champions the work of emerging artists. This season’s I.D is a unique and exciting opportunity for all men who are in the early stages of their careers to have their work profiled. Whether an aspiring artiste, choreographer, film maker, up and coming script writer, performance poet or musician or if you just want to try something new, this is one not to miss.

TICKETS £5

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THURSDAY 23 MARCH 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

AN EVENING WITH FOOTBALL LEGENDS RON ATKINSON AND BARRY FRY PLUS ERIC HALLDB R

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An Evening with Barry Fry & Big Ron Atkinson is a night not to be

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a football fans great night out. Come and hear the stories about the dressing room fights, funny anecdotes about team selection and training, everything you would want to know about what goes on behind the scenes of a successful football club.

Hosted by football super agent Eric Monster Hall who will talk about transfer deals and business dealings, a night not to be missed!

TICKETS £21

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FRIDAY 24 MARCH 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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From virtuoso displays of traditional AD in ST tango dance stunning costumes to the exquisite sounds of 1930’s Buenos Aires and the powerful Nuevo Tango music of Astor Piazzolla, Tangomotion is a breathtaking journey into the heart of Tango Argentino.

Tangomotion features two world class tango dancers and live music from the acclaimed tango quartet Tango Siempre.

TICKETS £17, CONCESSIONS £16

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FRIDAY 24 MARCH 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

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Ventoux is the most fearsome mountain encountered on the TourHIRE de France.

It is also the story of Lance Armstrong and Marco Pantani – whose drug-fuelled race there in 2000 was the greatest cycling had ever seen. Ventoux charts the parallel lives of these champions who overcame great adversity in tandem, and the mountain that cast them in opposing directions.

Join 2Magpies as they restage the race using breathtaking video accompaniment and a pair of road bikes, asking the question – how far will we go to succeed?

TICKETS £13, CONCESSIONS £11

SATURDAY 25 MARCH 11AM MAIN HOUSE

BLUNDERBUS THEATRE PRESENT

LILY AND THE LITTLE SNOW BEAR

Lily loves SNOW! So, she pops on her coat and sets off to explore. But when she discovers a trail of soft little footprints, she’s in for a very big SURPRISE! For at the bottom of the garden, she finds a lost little SNOW BEAR – and he’s really missing his mummy. As the snow falls on, Lily decides to rescue the baby bear before it’s too late.

So, the adventure begins…

Brought to life by acclaimed Blunderbus Theatre, this funny, heartwarm-ing tale of friendship is the perfect treat for families. With exquisite puppets, enchanting music and a magical snowy setting, this modern-day fairytale is especially for little bears aged 3+, and their grown ups.

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TICKETS £10, CONCESSIONS £9, FAMILY TICKET £30 COURTYARD FAMILY SATURDAYS 100 TICKETS AT £6

SATURDAY 1 APRIL 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

POETRY SLAM The Courtyard in association with the Ledbury Poetry Festival return for another night of Poetry Slam. Poets from all over the country will come to The Courtyard to compete and challenge each other to a duel of words, wit and of course poetry.

TICKETS £10

TUESDAY 4 APRIL 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

RED PRIEST – GYPSY BAROQUE FANTASY Gypsy Sonata in A minor Largo – Vivace – Affetuoso – Allegro DARIO CASTELLO (c.1590-c.1630) Sonata Seconda for violin HEINRICH BIBER (1644-1704) Sonata No. 1 in A major ANON (c.1730) Slow Road to Uhrovska JACOB VAN EYCK (1590-1657) The Nightingale Variations for recorder ARCANGELO CORELLI (1653-1713) Fantasy on La Folia INTERVAL ANON (c.1730) Sweet Uhrovska The Village is Burning – Whistling 1 – The Reeds are Breaking – Whistling 2 – So Clasp to your Heart that Lovely Dark Girl.

JOSEPH-NICOLAS-PANCRACE ROYER (1705 –1755) Vertigo for Solo Harpsichord

MONDAY 3 APRIL 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

YOU WIN AGAIN – BEE GEES Follow the band and their lives, through the early charting triumphs and fall from grace onto their meteoric climb back to the top… to become the multi-million selling Super Group we know and love today.

This breath-taking concert spectacular takes you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, More Than A Woman, You Should Be Dancing, How Deep is Your Love?, Jive Talkin’, Tragedy, Massachusetts, Words, I’ve Got to Get a Message to You, Too Much Heaven, Islands in the Stream, Grease, If I Can’t Have You and many more!

TICKETS £22, CONCESSION £21

GEORG FREDERICK HANDEL (1685-1759) Lascia Ch’Io Czadas ANTONIO VIVALDI (1678-1741) Concerto for the Imaginary Gypsies Allegro – Adagio – Allegro TICKETS £22

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SUNDAY 2 - TUESDAY 4 APRIL STUDIO THEATRE

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The Connections Festival is a celebratory event that brings together our in house and community Youth Theatre groups. Each group works with a selected play from National Theatre Connections, this is a collection of plays written specifically for young people. The performances themselves are very simplistic and stylised which puts emphasis on the use of the ensemble. All of the pieces contain themes and issues that the Youth Theatre members can relate to, these may include adult themes and some moderate language.

2 APRIL 6.30PM BROMYARD SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE

PERFORMING ‘CLOUD BUSTING’

BY HELEN BLAKEMAN KINGTON INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE WAITING TO CONFIRM PLAY TICKETS £8

3 APRIL 6.30PM KINGTON INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE

WAITING TO CONFIRM PLAY COURTYARD INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE

PERFORMING ‘THROUGH THE WIRE’ BY CATHERINE JOHNSON 4 APRIL 6.30PM

COURTYARD INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE PERFORMING ‘THROUGH THE WIRE’ BY CATHERINE JOHNSON BROMYARD SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE

PERFORMING ‘CLOUD BUSTING’

BY HELEN BLAKEMAN

WEDNESDAY 5 APRIL 8PM MAIN HOUSE

RICHARD HERRING Richard Herring, King of the Edinburgh Fringe, Metro columnist and the UK’s Podfather (RHLSTP, AIOTM) picks his favourite routines from his 12 one-man shows and crams them into 90 minutes for your delectation.

From his deconstruction of the genealogy of Christ to him proving that racists are less racist than liberals, via some of the best k**b jokes in the business. Will your favourite routine make the cut?

A great introduction to this influential cult comedian for the newcomer and a welcome greatest hits for long term fans.

TICKETS £17, CONCESSIONS £16

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Wednesday 19 – Saturday 22 April 2pm & 7pm R

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The Junior Youth Theatre present the well-loved children’s classic Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass.

On a glorious summer’s afternoon, young Alice happens upon a smartly dressed rabbit looking at his watch and muttering, ‘I’m too late!’

This being an unexpected occurrence, she follows him down a nearby rabbit hole and falls into Wonderland.

Lewis Carroll’s timeless children’s stories are magically brought to life in this adaptation. The amazing lobster Quadrille, the Queen of Hearts’ infamous croquet match and the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party are just a few of the remarkable events and characters in this enchanting play.

TICKETS £12.50, CONCESSIONS £11.50

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THURSDAY 6 APRIL 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

FRIDAY 7 APRIL 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS: THE STORY OF THE DUBLINERS

VAMOS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENT

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Telling the story of a career spanning 50 years and evoking the spirit of Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Barney McKenna, Jim McCann, Ciaran Bourke and John Sheahan, this hugely talented cast of musicians and singers bring the music of this iconic group to life.

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It’s 1966. The record player’s on, her hair’s bobbed and eye-lashes curled: for seventeen year old

HIRE AD ST Susan, life is an adventure waiting to begin.

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A show that will have you singing and clapping along to such classics as The Wild Rover, The Black Velvet Band, The Irish Rover, Molly Malone, Finnegan’s Wake, McAlpines Fusileers, Raglan Road and of course The Seven Drunken Nights.

what happens next turns everything upside down, and its repercussions will last for decades to come, Step into the wordless world of Vamos Theatre for this bitter-sweet story of mistaken morals and broken hearts, 45s and beehives, where sexual revolution proves a hard and rocky path to tread.

Funny, heart-breaking and human, The Best Thing is the latest touring production from one of the country’s must-see theatre companies.

TICKETS £16, CONCESSIONS £14

TICKETS £24, CONCESSIONS £23

SATURDAY 8 APRIL 7.30PM FR PATIENDS MAIN£8HOUSE £10 RON & DB OR

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A Fund Raising Event in support of Hereford Cathedral Festival of Flowers September 7th - 9th 2017 TICKETS £25

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SATURDAY 8 APRIL 11AM STUDIO THEATRE

HANSEL AND GRETEL

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This event is part of Courtyard Family Saturdays with a free pre-show activity at 10.30am

Two children go on a journey of bravery and discovery to an enchanted forest, where all is not quite as it seems... Will Hansel and Gretel be able to use their wisdom, love for their family and, above all, courage, to fend off the Wicked Witch and find their way home? Will the Gingerbread Man get lost in the house made of sugar, spice and all things nice? Courtyard Productions bring this classic tale of mystery, intrigue and magic to life through a blend of interactive puppetry, original song and humour.

TICKETS £6

WEDNESDAY 12 & THURSDAY 13 APRIL 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

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Burton vividly presents the life of the great Welsh actor in his own words from humble HIRE ST beginnings to Hollywood mega-stardom.

Beautiful women (not least Liz Taylor), alcohol, wealth, stage and screen are the threads woven into this sad, happy, exuberant often hilarious one-man show. Drink was the only real anodyne to his deteriorating health and mental state, his doomed tempestuous relationship with Taylor and his constant guilt over the abandonment of his family.

TICKETS £15, CONCESSIONS £14

THURSDAY 20 APRIL 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

CALAN

Fiddles, guitar, accordion, bagpipes and step dancing by explode into life when Calan,Sponsored the energetic young folk band from Wales, take to the stage.

They breathe fire into the old traditions with their infectious rhythms and high voltage routines before melting into some of the most beautiful and haunting songs as they explore the legends of Wales’ very own fairy realm with tales of magic, myth and mischief.

TICKETS £13, CONCESSIONS £12

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WEDNESDAY 26 APRIL 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

AN EVENING WITH GERVASE PHINN £8

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Gervase Phinn has been touring theatres across the country for 10 years now as a hilarious ADoverST raconteur. The best selling and award winning author, Radio and TV personality, really is at his best and most exciting in front of a live audience.

An Evening with Gervase Phinn will have you on the edges of your seats, as he shares his hilarious and sometimes poignant tales of life as a schools inspector in the Yorkshire Dales. Dubbed “the James Herriot of schools”.

With his keen ear for the absurd and sharp eye for the ludicrous, Gervase Phinn has delighted audiences all over the UK with stories of his experiences as a school inspector. His shows have received rave reviews all across the country.

TICKETS £16

THURSDAY 27 APRIL 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW HIRE

The UK’s No1 Tribute, fronted by respected singer/songwriter Clive John, re-creates with astounding accuracy and truly captures the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show! Also featuring the best ‘June Carter’ (Amanda Stone) in the business, the ‘Carter Sisters’ and the ‘Roadshow Horns’, all aspects of Cash’s life are covered with impeccable taste.

The show takes the audience from the 1950’s right up to 2002 and all the stops in between. All the greatest hits are included, along with songs from the latest five decades of the man in black’s career. All this accompanied by emotive and evocative screen images.

TICKETS £23, CONCESSIONS £21

VISUAL ARTS THE HOP PROJECT

13 JANUARY – 19 MARCH 2017 A contemporary art project that uses the historical migratory movements of hop pickers as the conceptual basis for a touring exhibition. The artworks within the exhibition attempt to present a range of different voices involved in the history of hops and agriculture. The project doesn’t seek to present a factual, social history of hops; rather it offers an interpretation from a number of different angles and perspectives. It uses the verb ‘hopping’ as a working methodology to explore a number of tangential ideas connected to the history of hop growing.

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VISUAL ARTS

This event is part of Courtyard Family Saturdays (Saturday 29 April 11am) and there will be free pre-show activity at 10.30am The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger!

Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem...,expect to be surprised!

For children aged three and above.

Running time: approx 55 minutes (no interval).

TICKETS £13.50, CONCESSIONS £11.50 GROUPS OF 10 £11 A TICKET COURTYARD FAMILY SATURDAYS 100 TICKETS AT £6

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FRIDAY 28 & SATURDAY 29 APRIL FRIDAY 1.30PM, SATURDAY 11AM & 2PM MAIN HOUSE

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MONDAY 12 - WEDNESDAY 14 JUNE MONDAY 1.30PM & 7PM TUESDAY 1.30PM & 7PM WEDNESDAY 10.30AM & 1.30PM MAIN HOUSE

BIRMINGHAM STAGE COMPANY PRESENT

HORRIBLE HISTORIES: THE BEST OF BARMY BRITAIN

It’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage with this special production of Barmy Britain. Using actors and stunning 3D Bogglevision, historical figures and events will come alive and hover at your fingertips!

Can you beat battling Boudicca? What if you caught the putrid plague? Would you lose your heart or head to horrible Henry? Can evil Elizabeth entertain England? Will Parliament survive gunpowder Guy? Would you stand and deliver to dastardly Dick Turpin? Escape the clutches of Burke and Hare and move to the groove with party Queen Victoria!

TICKETS £16, CONCESSIONS £14, SCHOOLS £11.50

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Thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds benefit from workshops and activities run by The Courtyard every year – from fun and engaging older people’s sessions in day and residential care to weekly Youth Theatre classes, schools workshops and much more.

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Our target is £20,000 by 31st March 2017 so please help us get there by making a one-off donation or setting up a monthly donation (see below).

To demonstrate the amazing range of our community work, we’ve commissioned short films featuring individuals from four different areas – education, Youth Theatre, volunteering and creative ageing. You can catch these before films in the studio but they are also available to view via our YouTube Channel - TheCourtyardArts

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Via the post (cheques only, payable to The Courtyard Trust) Online at www.courtyard.org.uk/donate Via standing order if setting up a monthly donation – please ask Box Office for a Standing Order mandate SUPPORTERS Tesco (Bewell Street), Old Market Hereford, Hereford Sixth Form College, Hibiscus Room, Mike Gell, Sign-rite, Hereford College of Arts, Hay Festival, National Trust, Royal National College for the Blind and Hereford Cathedral School.

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BOOKING INFO

There is a £1.50 booking fee on tickets bought online, in-person and over the phone. Members are exempt.

Box Office opening hours are from 10am-8pm Monday to Saturday. For Sunday performances, the box office opens an hour before the show.

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HOW TO FIND US

Step free access to all areas of the building Accessible toilets on all floors Designated disabled parking in The Courtyard car park Speaking lift at all levels Access dogs are welcome If you require this brochure in large print or alternative formats, please contact the Box Office.

Wheelchairs Spaces are available both in the Main House and the Studio with a free seat for a professional or registered carer. Assistance from one of The Courtyard’s Stewards is available, please request a Wheelchair space when booking tickets.

Visual Impairment Tactile signage is provided around the building. Audio Description is available on selected live shows and films.

Audio Description is AD live commentary given between on stage/screen dialogue by trained describers to help capture atmosphere, costumes, characters and action.

This information is relayed through a discreet headset linked to an infrared system, Shows in the current guide with signed performances include: Sun 18 Dec at 2pm for Aladdin

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Subtitles for the hard of AD hearing are available on selected film screenings.

Please look online or ask at Box Office for more details Shows in the current guide with audio description include: Aladdin 10 Dec at 7pm Woman in Black Thu 9 Feb at 2.30pm Yeoman of the Guard Sat 18 March at 2.30pm

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Parent & Baby These facilities are found on the ground floor.

Car Parking There is a pay and display car park at The Courtyard.

Spaces are limited. Please ensure that you park in a designated bay and display the ticket as parking enforcement is in operation.

FR Users of The 10CourtyardPATIERNDS & OR £ ON £8 or taking part in S attending activities over four hours can purchase a £3 day permit from the Box Office.

Further car parks are available at Old Market, Merton Meadow and Garrick House off Blackfriars Street.

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Please respect our neighbours and do not park in local residential streets or otherwise cause obstruction.

Getting Here The Courtyard is situated in central Hereford on Edgar Street, opposite Hereford Football Club. The Courtyard is five minutes away from the Old Market Shopping Centre, and within easy reach of the railway and bus stations. For local bus times look online at www.herefordshire.gov.uk/ transport

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The full address for Sat Nav is The Courtyard, Edgar Street, HIRE Hereford, HR4 9JR

The management reserves the right to refuse admission, to provide alternative seats to those purchased or to make changes to the advertised programme. Latecomers cannot always be guaranteed entry. Children over the age of 18 months must have their own seat.

Each ticket has an Investment Fund Levy added to the price, for all Main House shows this is £1, and for Studio shows it is 50p.

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