May - August Live Guide

MAY - AUGUST 2017 LIVE EVENTS LIVE SCREENINGS FILM CAFÉ BAR EXHIBITIONS EDUCATION BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP PARTICIPATION

AROUND THE WORLD SEASON Check out our shows from Around The World!

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Welcome to The Courtyard’s Spring Season of entertaining and exciting events. 2016 seems a long way away now, but it was a year that produced the highest number of attendances at the arts centre since it opened in 1998. We broke our box office records in 2016 with productions such as FR Mousetrap and our own 5 star (The Stage) panto, Aladdin.

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The Courtyard is not only thriving arts centre which brings a wide range of artistic excellence to Herefordshire AD but we also have an award winning cafe bar. So, whether you’re coming to The Courtyard to see a show, film, or just here to take in the atmosphere of a thriving arts centre, don’t forget to try our mouth -watering selection of food and drink.

I hope that you will join me and the rest of The Courtyard team for what promises to be a fantastic season.

Ian Archer Chief Executive & Artistic Director

E not only Friends PatronsIRare B and H Dexempt from the booking fee, but they also get 10% off all marked shows in the brochure. 20% off Alice in Wonderland (page 7), A Midsummer Nights Dream (page 28), Pride and Prejudice (page 31), Sleeping Beauty (page 32)

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 ALL ABOARD FOR LIVE EVENTS: During this season The Courtyard are offering free transport for the following shows:

PIGGYBAN The highest amount from a well CHALLENGK E fed fundraising piggy bank so far is £14.56 and the most raised by an individual is £27.65! Think you can beat this ... sign up for a Piggy at Box Office.

Prizes will be awarded at the end of March for the highest amount raised by a man, woman and child (under 16s).

Sponsored by Hereford Butchers

Saturday 20 May – Dominic Kirwan Thursday 8 June – The Manfreds Friday 16 June – Under Milk Wood Friday 21 July – European Union Chamber Orchestra

PICK UP POINTS Pick Up Point Etham Street Car Park, Leominster HR6 8AE The Courtyard would like to be able to offer transport from Ledbury, Ross and Bromyard. If you are aware of any Community Transport Schemes that could facilitate this contact matthew.allder@courtyard.org.uk

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The Courtyard is a registered Charity: no. 1067869

DISCOVER THE COURTYARD CAFÉ BAR The Courtyard Café Bar has a range of dining options for everyone to enjoy!

Message from Head Chef Jan: “We are really looking forward to the Spring here in The Kitchen – its great to see the arrival of so much more British produce, longer days and warmer temperatures. The kitchen team are busy creating exciting dishes whether its a new seasonal salad for our popular salad bar, a Spring special or a delicious dessert, we use as much local produce as we can and pride ourselves on making everything from scratch.”

A coffee with a slice of Jan’s homemade cake...

A light lunch with friends from our delicious salad bar...

A tasty buffet for corporate entertaining...

A pre-show meal and evening drinks...

Pop in today and discover what we can offer you!

A children’s Birthday Party...

To find out more or to book your table for pre-show dining call 01432 346525 or email catering@courtyard.org.uk You can see our latest menus online at courtyard.org.uk/cafe-bar

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 (except August) at 8pm A great opportunity for emerging local talent of all ages.

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

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

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SATURDAY 18 MARCH 7PM

FRIDAY 30TH JUNE 7PM

THURSDAY 6 APRIL 7PM

TWELFTH NIGHT

ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD

THURSDAY 22 JUNE 7PM

SATURDAY 1 JULY 3PM

HEDDA GABLER

SALOME HEDDA GABLER

PETER PAN

TICKETS £14

THURSDAY 30 MARCH 7.15PM

MADAMA BUTTERFLY

TUESDAY 11 APRIL 7.15PM

JEWELS

SATURDAY 25 MARCH 5.55PM

IDOMENEO

THURSDAY 20 JULY 7PM

ANGELS IN AMERICA PART 1 MILLENNIUM APPROACHES

THURSDAY 27 JULY 7PM

ANGELS IN AMERICA PART 2 PERESTROIKA

WEDNESDAY 7 JUNE 7.15PM

THE DREAM

WEDNESDAY 28 JUNE 7.15PM

OTELLO TICKETS £18, CONCESSIONS £15

MADAMA BUTTERFLY

SATURDAY 13 MAY 5.30PM

DER ROSENKAVALIER

SATURDAY 22 APRIL 5.55PM

EUGENE ONEGIN

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TICKETS £18, CONCESSIONS £15 IDOMENEO

WEDNESDAY 22 MARCH 8PM

THE ARTIST’S GARDEN: AMERICAN IMPRESSIONISM TICKETS £15

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WEDNESDAY 17 MAY 8PM

HOCKNEY: LANDSCAPES, PORTRAITS AND ONE STILL LIFE TUESDAY 13 JUNE 8PM

MICHELANGELO: LOVE AND DEATH

THURSDAY 4 MAY 7PM

WEDNESDAY 23 AUGUST 7PM

JULIUS CAESAR

TITUS ANDRONICUS

WEDNESDAY 24 MAY 7PM

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HOCKNEY: LANDSCAPES PORTRAITS & ONE STILL LIFE

JULIUS CAESAR

TICKETS £15

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OTHER COMEDY HIGHLIGHTS WEDNESDAY 3 MAY 7.30PM

RORY BREMNER

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FRIDAY 19 MAY 7.30PM

I’M SORRY I’LL READ THAT AGAIN... AGAIN

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 circuit.

Suitable for ages 18 years + Comedy line up subject to change

FRIDAY 12 MAY 8PM STARRING

NAZ OSMANGOLU HAYLEY ELLIS JACK BARRY

TICKETS £17, CONCESSIONS £16 WEDNESDAY 24 MAY 6.30PM & 8.30PM

JO BRAND

TICKETS £12.50

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TICKETS £26

FRIDAY 21 JULY 8PM STARRING

SATURDAY 27 MAY 7.30PM

JARLATH REGAN KATIE MULGREW LUKE HONNORATY

LEE NELSON TICKETS £20

FRIDAY 16 JUNE 8PM STARRING

TUESDAY 6 & WEDNESDAY 7 JUNE 7.30PM

JULIAN DEANE JAMES LOVERIDGE GLENN MOORE

AL MURRAY TICKETS £28.50

Bulmers cider prizes every week!

THURSDAY 24 AUGUST 7.30PM

JETHRO TICKETS £21

HAYLEY ELLIS

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SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS: THE STORY OF THE DUBLINERS

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THURSDAY 6 APRIL 7.30PM

SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS: THE STORY OF THE DUBLINERS

HANSEL & GRETEL

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FRIDAY 7 APRIL 7.30PM

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HANSEL AND GRETEL

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FRIDAY 28 1.30PM & SATURDAY 29 APRIL 11AM & 2PM

THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA TICKETS £13.50, CONCESSIONS £11.50, GROUPS OF 10 £11 A TICKET

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FILMS MONDAY 20 MARCH 2.30PM

EAGLE HUNTRESS (U) SATURDAY 18 MARCH 2.30PM FRIDAY 14 APRIL 8.15PM

JACKIE (15)

MONDAY 27 MARCH 7.30PM FRIDAY 31 MARCH 7.30PM

LA LA LAND (12A) FRIDAY 14 APRIL 2.30PM

MANCHESTER

BY THE SEA (15) FRIDAY 14 APRIL 6PM

TICKETS £7, CONCESSIONS £6.50

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

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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.

Book your tickets and get a free pre-show activity in the foyer.

19 April 1.30pm Pin the grin on Cheshire cat 20 April 1.30pm Make your own bunny ears 21 April 1.30pm Craft Card Soldiers ALL WEEK Wonderland Hunt around the building - find the hidden characters!

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WEDNESDAY 3 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

RORY BREMNER PARTLY POLITICAL

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With Trump, Boris and Brexit fresh in the memory, Rory’s on a mission to make sense (and nonsense) of it all. (Good luck with THAT.) He will be joined by special surprise guests: some politicians, some comedians.

Best known for the political satire show Bremner, Bird and Fortune which was, for nearly twenty years a mainstay of Channel 4’s comedy output Rory’s also won back-to-back BAFTAs for Britain’s Top Comedy Performances, three Royal Television Society and two British Comedy Awards.

TICKETS £20

THURSDAY 4 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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As a boy, Jack lived in a world of monsters and invisible guardians, as he fought to protect the people he loved. Now grown, his life on the streets of London is less fantastical. But when a ghost from his past turns up, Jack must harness the power of forgotten myths to defeat her.

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FRIDAY 5 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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THE CELTIC TENORS This internationally recognised trio are coming back to The Courtyard!

Whether playing a neighbourhood cathedral or major concert halls in international cities like New York, Amsterdam or Shanghai, music fans are assured of a professional, sparkling and, most of all, good-humoured performance.

A rollercoaster ride that pulls no punches.” ★★★★★ BRITISH THEATRE GUIDE

SATURDAY 6 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

SOMEONE LIKE YOU THE ADELE SONGBOOK Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC ADELE Special, the outstanding Katie Markham has the show-stopping voice and captivating charisma to deliver all your favourite Adele hits in an enthralling concert performance.

The show faithfully recreates the magic of the three record-breaking albums 19, 21 and 25 including Chasing Pavements, Make You Feel My Love, Set Fire To The Rain, Someone Like You, Hello, Rolling In The Deep and the multi-million seller Skyfall.

TICKETS £20.50, CONCESSIONS £19.50

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The Celtic Tenors genuinely love what they do and that shines through in renditions of beautiful Celtic songs like the haunting Danny Boy and exhilarating classics like Nessun Dorma.

TICKETS £20, CONCESSIONS £19

WEDNESDAY 10 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

TONY STOCKWELL PSYCHIC MEDIUM

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The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long established credibility as one of the top Intuitive Mediums and has shared the stage all round the world with international mediums such as Colin Fry, James van Praagh and Lisa Williams.

Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages frequently including names, dates and locations and all delivered with emotion, sensitivity and empathy. The evening may include psychometry, photographs readings and psychic prediction.

TICKETS £21

THURSDAY 11 – SATURDAY 13 MAY 7.30PM SATURDAY MATINEE 2PM MAIN HOUSE

STRICTLY MURDER

STARRING BRIAN CAPRON (CORONATION STREET) WRITTEN BY BRIAN CLEMENS Starring Brian Capron (Coronation Street, Where the Heart Is, Grange Hill, Celebrity Masterchef), Corrinne Wicks (Doctors/Emmerdale) and Gary Turner (Emmerdale).

April 1939. An English couple, Peter and Suzy, are living in Provence in idyllic isolation, far, it seems, from the rumblings of the coming war. Their peace is shattered from within when Suzy discovers she has been betrayed: Peter is not the man he claims to be.

Suzy’s life is thrown into turmoil as the possibility arises that Peter may in fact be a ruthless killer on the run. Then a Scotland Yard detective arrives and events become even more complicated and frightening ...Lies, subterfuge and murder make this fast-moving thriller a dark and disturbing roller coaster of bluff and double bluff. £10 £16 TICKETS £19, CONCESSIONS £8 OR

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WEDNESDAY 17 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

AN AUDIENCE WITH NATALIE LOWE AND IAN WAITE: SOMEWHERE IN TIME Strictly’s favourite couple are back with a bang after their first successful UK Tour.

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Ian and Natalie have developed a whole new show with newly choreographed routines of their favourite Ballroom and Latin dances. New music developed to accompany these dances and give you a feel good factor with pure romance.

The pro-pairing have been on our screens for 8 years on the hit BBC show and are best known for their high intensity PFperformances.

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THURSDAY 18 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

AN EVENING WITH CERI DUPREE The FAAAAAAABULOUS Ceri Dupree is back on the road with his One Man, 21 Woman show. Presenting a glamorous evening of hysterical comedy, amazing vocal impersonations and jaw dropping, eye popping costumes. You could meet Adele, Cher, Joan Collins, Lady Ga Ga, Bjork, Shirley Bassey, Camilla and even the Queen! Ceri brings them all lovingly to life with a touch of Las Vegas class rarely seen in the UK today. Early booking for this is strongly advised!!

“Dupree storms the stage with style, wit, glamour, and a pace that leaves you amazed.” TIME OUT. TICKETS £16

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FRIDAY 19 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

THE OFFSTAGE THEATRE GROUP PRESENT

THURSDAY 18 MAY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

ROBIN NOLAN TRIO One of the world’s most respected exponents of Gypsy Jazz guitar since Django Reinhardt, Englishman Robin Nolan’s story began in an evacuation hospital in Vietnam in 1968. The son of musical entertainers, Nolan’s nomadic lifestyle has taken him on a romantic and passionate musical journey that’s rarely travelled in these fast-moving, fame-obsessed times. You might even call it a modern-day fairy tale.

TICKETS £15, CONCESSIONS £13

SATURDAY 20 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

DOMINIC KIRWAN AND LISA STANLEY Firmly established as one of Ireland’s greatest ever entertainers, Dominic Kirwan hits the road again in 2017 with a brand new show.

Dominic and Lisa bring their own inimitable style to the vast and rich musical heritage of their homeland. Mixed with the unique quality as versatile entertainers performing a selection of various musical styles, including, Pop, Country and Rock n Roll.

TICKETS £19.50, CONCESSIONS £18.50

I’M SORRY I’LL READ THAT AGAIN... AGAIN

Performed on stage in classic radio comedy style with music and sound effects, The Offstage Theatre Group recreates the anarchic and deliciously surreal cult comedy show that laid waste to BBC Radio in the 60’s and 70’s.

A Greatest Hits compilation of original material by Graeme Garden and Bill Oddie, this knockabout show celebrates the radio series that gave birth to The Goodies and Monty Python’s Flying Circus - not to mention I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue. £10 TICKETS £17, CONCESSIONS £16 £8 OR

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TUESDAY 23 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

SATURDAY 20 MAY 11AM & 2PM STUDIO THEATRE

LONDON CONTEMPORARY DANCE SCHOOL PRESENT

OPEN SKY PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

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HAIRY FAIRY TAILS

EDGE 2017

Hairy Fairy Tails! Classic fairy stories retold as never before through rhyme, song, music, puppetry, mime and magical transformations.

Go beyond the expected and stimulate your mind with an evening of bold performances.

Immerse yourself in the energy and skill of 14 exceptional dancers as they perform unusual work by a collection of new and award-winning choreographers. Experience three freshly created works as they explode on stage in front of you; Tony Adigun, Patricia Okenwa, and Karen and Allen Kaeja appear alongside Strange Blooms, a restaging of the Shobana Jeyasingh creation that explores the anatomy of plant cells under a microscope.

Prepare to question your expectations and discover your love of dance

Rapunzel’s sick of people going on about her hair so she takes matters into her own hands.

Janet rescues Tomlin from the wild woodland fairies by giving him a cuddle – even when he turns into a wolf, a snake and a burning stick. Goldilocks is scared of the three bears so very surprised to find that they’re totally terrified by her. The Nanny Goats Tuff aren’t taking any nonsense from the Rock n’ Roll Troll.

TICKETS £12, CONCESSIONS £10 £6.50 FOR SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES

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THE COURTYARD AND MEGAN BAKER HOUSE FUNDRAISER WEDNESDAY 24 MAY 6.30PM & 8.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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JO BRAND

Long established as one of the UK’s best female comics Jo Brand is the star and writer of Getting On, the BBC’s BAFTA award winning series set on a hospital’s geriatric ward.Jo has appeared in Live at the Apollo and on the panel of numerous TV quiz shows such as QI, Countdown, Have I Got News For You and more recently Damned.

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Jo, a Courtyard Honorary Patron, is a major charity supporter via national charities like Comic & Sports Relief and first became involved charitable work in Herefordshire through her work with Megan Baker House.

TICKETS £26

SATURDAY 27 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

LEE NELSON After getting into trouble for sneaking into places he shouldn’t be, Lee Nelson is back where he most definitely should be: live on stage with his brand-new, laughout-loud, best ever stand-up show.

TICKETS £20

FRIDAY 26 MAY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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TOTAL 80S No other era has had such a colourful and diverse influence than the eighties, the eighties generation are back.

Celebrating the amazing musical landscape of this time with all of your favourite hits; Relax, Spin Me Around, Real Gone Kid, New Sensation and many more.

So get out your neon, back comb your hair, cut Footloose and remember to Wake Me Up Before You Go Go. TICKETS £20, CONCESSIONS £19

FRIDAY 26 MAY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

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SCORCHED

1941. Egypt. WWII. An escaped German officer. A two day chase across the brutal Sahara. A triumphant capture.

A hero’s return.

1991. England. Jack reigns from the armchair of his rest home, a local legend. Decorated veteran of Tobruk. Former river warden, boxer, horse whisperer, boat builder, charmer, prolific father and husband to a very unhappy wife. Memories are, by his own hand, tattooed on his body but dementia is eroding his mind. As the Gulf War rages, the past drags him back to the scorched sands.

Inspired by the grandfather.

TICKETS £12, CONCESSIONS £11

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SATURDAY 27 MAY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

LISBEE STAINTON 14

Lisbee Stainton is an English singer-songwriter who has been writing songs since she was a child. She launched her career by becoming the first unsigned singer-songwriter to play The O2 Arena London in 2007. Known as ‘The English Rose With The 8-String Guitar’, her folk acoustic style and distinctive use of an eight-string guitar has secured her a growing fan base.

TICKETS £15, CONCESSIONS £12

“Bound for glory. An exquisite slice of traditional songwriting.” THE TIMES

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WEDNESDAY 31 MAY – SATURDAY 3 JUNE 7.30PM SATURDAY MATINEE 2PM MAIN HOUSE

X-ENTRICITY PRESENT

LEGALLY BLONDE Following on from their previous productions of Les Miserables and Grease, X-entricity are bounding back to The Courtyard stage with the high energy, feelgood musical comedy Legally Blonde.

Based on the much-loved movie, which starred Reese Witherspoon, Legally Blonde the musical is ridiculously enjoyable from start to finish. Elle Woods appears to have it all, but when the beautiful and popular sorority sister is dumped by her boyfriend Warner for someone more ‘serious’, there’s only one thing for it! Elle packs up her pooch, and charms her way into the prestigious Harvard Law BUY TICKETS School, in an attempt to win FOR LEGALLY back her man...

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TUESDAY 6 & WEDNESDAY 7 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

AL MURRAY

LET’S GO BACK TOGETHER Publican. Politician. Other thing beginning with P. Philosopher, yeah, that. The nation’s critically acclaimed bar-based-braveheart, Al Murray - The Pub Landlord embarks on a common sense campaign to re-Great Britain.

We live in troubling times. Europe. The NHS. Whatever the hell is going on in the Middle East. The gathering storm of fortnightly bin collections? Who knows where it will all end?

MONDAY 5 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

TICKETS £28.50

JUAN MARTIN ARTE FLAMENCO PURO Juan Martin, a truly awe-inspiring guitarist, composer and all encompassing musician returns to tour the UK with great new artists, direct from Spain. Juan’s new dancer is the 18-year-old star from Cádiz, Raquel Gonzalez. Her tremendous footwork and passion joined with the extraordinary singer Antonio Aparecida and the poetry and emotion of one of the world’s leading guitarists make for a performance not to be missed.

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THURSDAY 8 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

THE MANFREDS

The ‘60s group Manfred Mann is now considered, more than ever, one of the finest and most respected bands from that era.

Their numerous hits were R&B based with an undercurrent of jazz - a very unusual but winning combination of playing style and substance.

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As a result, their records have a timeless quality and, some 55 years on, The Manfreds, with original front man, Paul Jones, will be performing many of their hits, including Do Wah Diddy Diddy, one of the most popular and instantly recognisable songs of the ‘60’s, and still the biggest audience pleaser at their concerts, along with a mix of Jazz and Blues covers from their new album Makin’ Tracks.

TICKETS £22

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FRIDAY 9 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

THE ROY ORBISON STORY

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Barry Steele is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading vocalists playing homage to legend Roy Orbison. He has stunned audiences across the globe with his uncanny similarity and ability to authentically revive the exquisite toe-tapping sound of this music giant.

Featuring chart busting hits originally made famous by artistes who toured and starred with the Big O, all backed by a big screen and phenomenally talented musicians resulting in an incredible fusion of ‘60s solid gold classics and ‘80s contemporary musical genius all on one stage.

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SATURDAY 10 JUNE 11AM STUDIO THEATRE

FOX AND RABBIT’S IDIOT’S GUIDE TO

THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT

Join the wayward Reynard. H. Fox and his reluctant sidekick Rabbit as they meander their way around the world of the Owl and the Pussycat in their beautiful pea-green boat.

Dodge the jellyfish in the deep blue sea, climb the bong-tree to meet the spirit who dwells within and journey with them to find the allusive and mythical shilling.

Aided by a rockabilly hog (Elvis Pigsley), a Compass Fish and a somewhat melodramatic turkey – can Fox and Rabbit get the Owl and Pussycat to the hill on time to finally tie the knot?

TICKETS £6

Courtyard Family Saturdays Pre-show activity 10.30am Make your own nonsense poem

SATURDAY 10 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

NICK ROSS ORCHESTRA:

SOUNDS OF GLENN MILLER

The Big Band is poised, relaxed, but with eyes anxious for the lead. Then, as if giving body to an echo, the murmured notes of Moonlight Serenade… and the night, it seems, is suddenly full and timeless.

There are those who watch and listen who tap a shy finger to the melodies, others who follow with a silent foot-beat, still others who murmur softly through the lyrics, and those who simply permit a fleeting smile. But common to all are memories.

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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 We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead!

So it’s time to prepare yourselves for a special one-hour production of Barmy Britain which is touring the country from April!

Could you beat battling Boudica? What if you caught the putrid plague? Would you lose your heart or your head to horrible Henry? Will Parliament survive gunposder 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!

It’s the history of Britain with the nasty bits left in!

TICKETS £16, CONCESSIONS £14, SCHOOLS £11.50

“Barmy Britain is a brilliantly fun piece of educational theatre that taught this history graduate a few new things and kept my son enthralled. History teachers of Great Britain, it’s time to up your game!” The Daily Telegraph www.barmybritain.com/tour

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FRIDAY 16 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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UNDER MILK WOOD

BY DYLAN THOMAS

Set in the fictitious fishing village of Llareggub, this twenty four hour peek into the lives and loves of the likes of Captain Cat, Polly Garter and Willy Nilly has continued to enthral its audiences ever since. With its canvas of nonsense gossip, feuds, affairs, fights, frauds and practical jokes, the play pulses with the vitality and relish of real life characters re-living their dreams and desires.

Come closer now, and enter the world of Under Milk Wood.

TICKETS £14, CONCESSIONS £12

SATURDAY 17 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

MOTOWN HOW SWEET IT IS

THE GREATEST HITS OF MOTOWN The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of MOTOWN is back!

This stunning 100% live show combine’s first class music together with slick choreography, and an amazing band. Truly outstanding, the best MOTOWN experience you will ever have!

You’ll be Dancing On The Ceiling, with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and many more.

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Can you stay true to yourself, when everything suggests you change? After HIRE sell-out performances in New York, London and Edinburgh, 201’s raw, contemporary hip-hop movement tours the UK in Smother: a story of two men’s broken encounter.

Touching on themes of addiction and obsession, award winning choreographer Andrea Walker directs a cast of seven dancers in a fast-paced, intimate performance exploring the relationship between two young men.

TICKETS £15, CONCESSIONS £12

HEREFORD PRIDE SATURDAY 29 JULY 2017

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FRIDAY 23 JUNE 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

YOUR BARD Professor Nother is giving a talk about Shakespeare authorship in the function room at the Shakespeare pub – but he doesn’t believe the man from Stratford wrote those plays.

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That’s Will’s cue to kick the door off the hinges and defend his reputation. Come and meet the man himself and take the lid off a legend in your local. He’ll tell you all about his family, what it’s like on tour and the glory days at the Globe. Queen Elizabeth I, Christopher Marlowe and Ned Alleyn – you’ll meet them too. Intermingled with a few of his greatest hits - and maybe a sonnet or a song.

FRIDAY 23 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

CREEDS CROSS Stunningly exciting evening, capturing the origins of The Celtic Journey as it spread across the world.

From Galway to Nashville and to many far flung destinations and diverse musical genre – Bluegrass, Country, Americana, Folk and Rock can all be traced back to the early influence of the Irish and The Scots.

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SATURDAY 24 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

GAGA - A TRIBUTE TO QUEEN Performed by a multi-award winning band who have headlined the International Guitar Festival on several occasions, this is a Queen show like no other.

From numerous Queen Conventions to TV appearances, GA GA have consistently proved why they are so highly rated by critics and audiences alike. There are no wigs, no make-up and definitely no false moustaches but instead a host of massive Queen songs played like they were meant to be.

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THURSDAY 29 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

MONDAY 26 JUNE 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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THE LADYBOYS OF BANGKOK Hotter....sexier....funnier than ever – the country’s number one touring cabaret show – The Lady Boys of Bangkok return to the UK with a lavish new production, Who Runs The World!

Elections and referendums may come and go, but in the stakes for the best party night out in town, there’s no doubt where the popular vote goes. Who Runs The World! is not a political question – it’s a positive celebration of the fair sex performed by 16 of Thailand’s most alluring and stunning Lady Boys.

TICKETS £25, CONCESSIONS £23

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Award Winning Ballet Cymru present a stunning version of Shakespeare’s most magical play.

This funny and heart-warming adaptation features vibrant classical choreography danced by some of the finest dancers around.

Mendelssohn’s joyous music is interpreted by Artistic Director Darius James and highlights radiant costumes, sets and video projection.

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THE NEIL DIAMOND STORY THE LIFE OF A LEGEND IN SONG...

Bob Drury and his band celebrate the life and music of the legend that is NeilAD Diamond.

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The show tracks Neil’s remarkable journey from unknown and struggling New York songwriter to international mega-star and includes music from every stage of a staggering and hit-filled music career spanning five decades.

Solitary Man, Cracklin’ Rosie, FR PATIENDS £10 Caroline, R Sweet Love on ON & £8 DBThe Rocks, America, ‘Hello S Again, I Am I Said, and more will be performed by Bob alongside Neil’s more recent acoustic material.

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FRIDAY 30 JUNE & SATURDAY 1 JULY FRIDAY 1.30PM SATURDAY 11AM & 2PM MAIN HOUSE

Room on the Broom © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2001 - Macmillan Children’s Books

Based on the best-selling book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler

21 The Witch and her cat are flying happily on their broomstick – until a stormy wind blows away the Witch’s hat, bow and wand. A helpful dog, bird and frog find the Witch’s lost things, and they all hop on the broom for a ride. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK – the broom snaps in two!

When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor Witch? And will there ever be room on the broom for everyone? Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up (and their grown-ups), adapted from the book

by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.

TICKETS £13 & £10 FOR SATURDAY 11AM, THE FIRST 100 TICKETS WILL BE £6 EACH AS PART OF COURTYARD FAMILY SATURDAYS

‘55 minutes of high-energy treat’ Sunday Times ‘I want to see it again. Now please, mummy’ Sunday Times reviewer’s child

THURSDAY 6 JULY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

MAY-WE-GO-ROUND? May-We-Go-Round? is a collision of fiercely energetic dance and comedic theatre. Chess recently discovered her diary from the age of 10, devoted entirely to the detailed records of her many loves. Years later, the ones we lust after still take a disproportionately large chunk of our talking time and mental space (even if we don’t like to admit it!).

We find ourselves on the jangly merry go round of romance. We are enthralled by romantic experiences yet flummoxed and irritated by the whole thing.

Are we enjoying it? Yes. Does it make sense? No. But round and round we go... £10

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FRIDAY 7 JULY 11AM STUDIO THEATRE

VAMOS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENT

SHARING JOY

Sharing Joy is an interactive performance suitable for older people, especially those living with dementia. The show uses music, mask, dance, nostalgia, puppetry and general hilarity to encourage participants to celebrate life and all its joys. The show is set in the 1940s and 1950s, and features courting couples, wartime nurses, 1950s dancing, a singing dog, and even Elvis himself - who may make an appearance as a special guest! Sharing Joy is enhanced by nostalgic music from the eras, beautiful costumes, and hand crafted masks.

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TICKETS £16.50, CONCESSIONS £15.50

SUNDAY 9 JULY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

IL BALLO È VITA DANCE IS LIFE Join Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice and his professional dance team in ‘Dance is Life’. In Italian, it translates to ‘il ballo è vita’, and this show takes you on a journey of life through dance.

This elegant and beautiful tale features four fantastic dancers and two amazing singers that are sure to have you on your feet and leave you with a tear in the eye.

Giovanni joined the hit BBC show in 2015 and made the final in his first year with Georgia May Foote, before teaming up with Laura Whitmore in 2016. Not just another dance and talk show, but a classy narrative which exudes love & passion.

TICKETS £28, CONCESSIONS £26 £45 VIP TICKET INCLUDING MEET AND GREET (ONLY 40 AVAILABLE)

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SATURDAY 15 JULY 7PM MAIN HOUSE SATURDAY 15 JULY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

2FACED DANCE

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WRITE ON FESTIVAL PRESENT

Dance. It’s who we are. It’s in our veins.

Hereford’s 2Faced Dance Company take over the Main House for one night only with an explosive, vibrant and seriously impressive display of dance talent.

Breakdance, Street Dance and Urban Contemporary will all feature in a mesmerising night of raw energy, delivered by over 120 children and young people from across Herefordshire.

In Our Veins gives young, committed dancers a chance to perform on a professional stage. Support local talent and join us for one night of life-affirming dance.

TICKETS £15, CONCESSIONS £12

MONDAY 17 JULY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

TUNDE JEGEDE

AND THE ART ENSEMBLE OF LAGOS Tunde Jegede is a composer, kora player who returns to UK with his new super-group, direct from Nigeria, the Art Ensemble of Lagos. They bring their contemporary songs and evocative Malian vocals that speak directly to the heart and are guaranteed to uplift the spirit. Their joyful set of celebratory songs and soulful ballads fuse traditional African, jazz, afro-beat and world music to create an authentic expression of contemporary Africa.

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SCRATCH NIGHT During the evening extracts from local playwrights work will be performed.

It will be a thought provoking and diverse evening in which the work will be raw, unpolished but hard hitting, as the playwrights begin to craft for themselves more than just a play, but a writing style.

TICKETS £8

TUESDAY 11 JULY 7.30PM WEDNESDAY 12 JULY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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WRITTEN BY WILLY RUSSELL STARRING BERNADETTE FEENEY Internationally acclaimed Performances in Canada & Australia

Inside Mrs. Bradshaw, a 42 year-old mother of two grown children, is the former Shirley Valentine longing to get out. Her hope and self-confidence badly shattered by a stale and unfulfilling marriage and an unimaginative life in Liverpool, she is reduced to talking to the kitchen wall whilst preparing her husband’s tea. As she sips a glass of wine, she dreams a different sort of existence where she can drink wine in the country where the grape is grown.

This is Willy Russell’s insightful exploration of marriage in a working class society. It is an evening of entertainment that will not only have you crying with laughter but weeping tears of sympathy for Shirley Valentine.

TICKETS £21, CONCESSIONS £19

“Shirley is a full-bodied character: rooted in Feeney’s voice, energized by her breath, animated by her limbs” ★★★★★ The Buffalo News

This charitable production of Shirley Valentine is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French LTD

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FRIDAY 14 JULY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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BON GIOVI are the World’s Premier look-alike and sound alike Tribute to the New Jersey rockers Bon Jovi.

Formed in August of 1999, with over 16 years UK and International touring experience as a band and nearly 5 times that combined from individual members, this act is without compromise one of the best Tribute acts on the circuit today.

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TICKETS £18, CONCESSIONS £15

WEDNESDAY 19 JULY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

THE OUTSIDE TRACK A stunning synthesis of virtuosity and energy, The Outside Track’s marriage of Canadian, Scottish and Irish music and song has been rapturously received around the world. Hailing from Scotland, Ireland, Cape Breton and Vancouver, its five members are united by a love of traditional music and a commitment to creating new music on its foundation.

Using fiddle, accordion, harp, guitar, flute, step-dance and vocals these five virtuosos blend boundless energy with unmistakable joie de vivre.

TICKETS £15, CONCESSIONS £13

WEDNESDAY 19 JULY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

ARRIVAL – THE HITS OF ABBA Over four decades after Swedish pop legends ABBA swept to stardom, their music remains as popular as ever and the magic of the era is being brought to stages across the country courtesy of Arrival – the international, multi award-winning show that has sold out in over 20 different countries worldwide since 1995.

This high energy show features the vast catalogue of hits loved by many generations including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Super Trouper, Voulez Vous, and many more, bringing to life the extraordinary songwriting talents of Benny and Bjorn.

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One of the best-selling recording artists of the 1960s, Billy Fury enjoyed a string of hit singles totalling a remarkable 332 weeks in the British charts. Health problems since childhood led to the singer’s untimely death on January 28, 1983.

An exciting 2 hour show filled with Billy Fury’s greatest hits and more delivered live in true Fury style. This is a night of pure breathtaking Billy Fury entertainment plus the best Fury sound you will hear! The whole show is further enhanced by fantastic audio and video effects plus various costume changes depicting the ever changing image and face of the Fury phenomenon.

TICKETS £23

FRIDAY 21 JULY 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

EUROPEAN UNION CHAMBER ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR: HANS-PETER HOFMANN PIERS ADAMS, RECORDERS Vivaldi – Summer from Four Seasons Bach – Concerto for Two Violins Telemann – Recorder Concerto in C major Handel – Concerto Grosso Op.6 no.7 Sammartini – Concerto for Sopranino Recorder Vivaldi – Recorder Concerto in C The European Union Chamber Orchestra has performed in 73 countries in major concert halls and Festivals, broadcast on television and radio across Europe and the USA and had several UK concerts broadcast live on BBC Radio 3.

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SATURDAY 22 JULY 11AM STUDIO THEATRE

PETER AND THE WOLF Peter wants to tell a story- with a variety of animals as company- as well as a lot of musical instruments- what will they come up with? Join Peter on a hilarious adventure through the fields and forest as he discovers new sounds and noises. With animal antics involving birds, ducks, cats, wolves and musical vegetables, this original show features multi-instrumental live music combined with imaginative puppetry which will have children ages 4+ jumping for joy.

An ideal imaginative introduction to music, as well as a positive message about being kind to the world.

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TICKETS £6

Courtyard Family Saturdays Pre-show activity 10.30am Make a paper plate wolf.

TUESDAY 25 – WEDNESDAY 26 JULY 7.30PM STUDIO THEATRE

COURTYARD PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

MURDER MYSTERY EVENING

SATURDAY 22 JULY 8PM STUDIO THEATRE

FRANKENSTEIN 1899 The Nineteenth Century is drawing to an end, and a brave new world is set to dawn. But the new age of enlightenment and reason will soon be challenged, and scientific fact cast asunder, when the charismatic preacher, Frankenstein, shocks Britons to the core with his claims. For the Reverend can communicate with the dead, and those sceptics intolerant of his beliefs will soon pay for their blasphemy.

Acclaimed actor Jonathan Goodwin plays Frankenstein, and is joined by actress Amy Bullock, in a show directed by Gary Archer.

A murder is announced.

But who is the killer? This interactive evening gives the audience the chance to test their sleuth skills and put them into practice.

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by The Courtyard’s Youth Theatre in two acts around the audience and the third act will be the decider of whodunit?

Dress Code Roaring Twenties: Flapper or Gangster This is a Courtyard Fundraiser Supported by Nothing But The Grape.

TICKETS £35 INCLUDES A DRINK ON ARRIVAL AND A TWO-COURSE MEAL

TICKETS £13, CONCESSIONS £11

THURSDAY 27 – SATURDAY 29 JULY 7.30PM SATURDAY MATINEE 2PM MAIN HOUSE

COURTYARD PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS SENIOR YOUTH THEATRE’S

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM The Courtyard Senior Youth Theatre will perform one of William Shakespeare’s most unusual plays with an unexpected twist.

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Set in 1920s Sicily, A Midsummer Night’s Dream tells the story of lovers Hermia and Lysander who want to escape to the new world for a better life.

Featuring commedia masks and the mafia instead of fairies, this story recounts one of Shakespeare’s greatest comedies. £10

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THURSDAY 17 AUGUST 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

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The Dreamboys are without a shadow of a doubt the UK’s top Male Strip Show, perfect for a girls night out with all your friends. Their showcase is unquestionably the most famous Male Stripper act the UK has ever produced. With special guest appearances on some of the UK’s biggest TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother, Loose Women, This Morning, Geordie Shore and The Only Way Is Essex, plus massive sold out Worldwide Tours, it’s no wonder The Dreamboys have earned themselves the title of the only Male Strip Group in history to have celebrity status.

TICKETS £25.50, £28.50 FOR THE FIRST FOUR ROWS

THURSDAY 24 AUGUST 7.30PM MAIN HOUSE

JETHRO A memorable evening of hysterical nonsense, as we take a peek into the circus lurking deep within the mind of, probably the greatest, comic storyteller ever to grace the stage.

Jethro beguiles and befuddles his audience with the endless stream of irreverent twaddle that has created a comedy genius.

Over 4 million DVD sales pay testament to the legion of fans who have followed Jethro faithfully throughout his career.

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Fleetwood Bac are the world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself, the only Mac tribute to authentically replicate the classic ‘Rumours’ line-up.

Over the last few years they have received rave reviews from ‘The Stage’ newspaper, the U.K’s leading Fleetwood Mac fansites, the official Stevie Nicks website; and from ecstatic audiences wherever the band played, wowing audiences as far afield as Dubai, St. Tropez, the Cayman Islands and Monte Carlo, and recently selling out the world-famous Minack Theatre in Cornwall.

TICKETS £18.50 CONCESSIONS £16.50

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WEDNESDAY 30 AUGUST SATURDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 7.15PM MATINEE SATURDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 1.15PM

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This new adaptation of Oresteia by Robert Icke was first performed at the Almeida Theatre in May 2015. The respected Here to There Productions bring the Courtyard the first performances of this version outside London.

TICKETS £17, CONCESSIONS £13 DIRECTED BY CHRIS BARLTROP

ʻTHESE ARE HIS FINAL MOMENTS. NO GOOD GODS HERE. HE DIES NOWʼ

Design Rebecca Farkas

Orestes’ parents are at war.

A family drama spanning several decades, a huge, moving, bloody saga. Aeschylus’ greatest and final play asks whether justice can ever be done - and continues to resonate more than two millennia after it was written.

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Following last year’s sell out success, A Night on Broadway is back!

Featuring a hand picked 40+ orchestra and soloists, this one-off charity concert will explore Broadway and Hollywood musicals like never before!

Celebrating Broadway and Hollywood’s finest ever tunesmiths, the concert will take you on a musical journey from the Golden Age of musicals, right to the very present. Songs from timeless shows such as: West Side Story, The Sound of Music, Les Misérables, Chicago and many more, all presented to you live on stage in their original Broadway and Hollywood orchestrations. A mustsee for any musical theatre fan!

All profits donated to St Michael’s Hospice.

TICKETS £19.50, CONCESSIONS £17.50

TUESDAY 31 OCTOBER – SATURDAY 4 NOVEMBER 7.30PM SATURDAY MATINEE 2PM MAIN HOUSE

X-ENTRICITY PRESENTS

THURSDAY 31 SATURDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 7PM BERRINGTON HALL

MURDER MYSTERY AT BERRINGTON HALL

Priscilla, Queen of the Desert is based on the Oscar-winning film that blitzed the box office and caused a sensation around the world. It’s fun, daring, over-the-top and unforgettable. It’s an ‘on-stage’ road movie with attitude and a busload of outrageous costumes and characters.

With a dazzling array of incredible costumes and a hit parade of dancefloor favourites including: It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Hot Stuff, Finally, Boogie Wonderland, Go West, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, and I Love The Nightlife, this wildly fresh and funny musical is a journey to the heart of FABULOUS! TICKETS £17, CONCESSIONS £16

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Prepare for a gripping night of mystery and murder as the plot thickens in the latest Berrington murder case… but who will be revealed as the murderer?

Keep your super sleuth hat on all evening and a keen eye out for clues and overheard conversations to discover whodunit’ in this gripping murder case.

Experience an unforgettable night, in an exclusive venue, for The Courtyard’s first Murder Mystery event in Berrington Hall, the beautiful Georgian mansion steeped in history. This is an event you won’t want to miss.

TICKETS £60 INCLUDING A DRINK AND CANAPES ON ARRIVAL AND A TWO-COURSE DINNER

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TUESDAY 3 – SATURDAY 7 OCTOBER 7.30PM MATINEES ON THURSDAY & SATURDAY 2PM MAIN HOUSE

COURTYARD PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

First published in 1813, Jane Austen’s much loved novel, Pride and Prejudice, retains a fascination for modern readers and is one of the most popular novels in English literature.

Follow the Bennet sisters as they haplessly handle issues of love, manners, morality, education and marriage in this stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s ultimate romantic comedy.

A sparkling interpretation of one of the most loved stories of all time, this is a must-see for Austen fans. Fun, fast and romantic – don’t miss the chance to catch the five Bennet sisters and the whole world of Austen brought to life.

TICKETS TUESDAY – THURSDAY EVENINGS £23, UNDER 16 £20.50 FRIDAY & SATURDAY EVENING £25, UNDER 16 £22.50 £10 £19 THURSDAY & SATURDAY MATINEE £8 OR

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If you do, please keep supporting us!

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Thousands of people – young and older – benefit from quality arts activities and workshops provided by The Courtyard every year, both at the venue and out in the community.

We’re planning new and vital community projects that urgently need funding – for example, drumming and craft workshops for people with dementia, work with vulnerable women, professional/amateur combined productions teaching our young people amazing new theatre craft. These are just a few of the myriad of arts projects developed by our team that support the communities of Herefordshire, day in, day out.

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One off donations can be made in person (cash or cheque to The Courtyard), via the phone when paying by card or online at www.courtyard.org.uk/donate

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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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These are available on live events. Tickets are held for three working days or until seven days before the show (whichever comes first) and then released.

In Person You can pay by cash, cheque or National Theatre Tokens as well as most major debit or credit cards

Over the Phone Call 01432 340555 and pay with most major debit and credit cards

By Post Send a cheque with a letter of what is required (date and title of the show/film) along with your name, address and a contact telephone number.

The cheque should be made out to The Courtyard. Please include £1 in the payment for postage and a £1.50 booking fee if appropriate.

Refunds & Exchanges Refunds are only given when an event has been cancelled. If you are unable to make an event then tickets may be exchanged (subject to availability) for another performance of the same event. There is an administration charge of £1 to do this. If a show is sold out, the Box Office can offer to re-sell the ticket. If sold there is a £1 administration charge per ticket, and the ticket will be issued as a credit note.

Group Bookings If you book 10 or more tickets you will get the 11th ticket free of charge. This applies to most events – some hires are excluded.

For larger bookings contact the Box Office.

Concessions Under 16s, students, senior citizens, claimants of disability benefits, registered unwaged and equity members. Proof of eligibility will be required.

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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.

Please check with box office for up to date details of description for film screenings The following live performance will be described: Legally Blonde Saturday 3 June 2pm

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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

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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.

Users of The Courtyard attending or taking part in activities for over four hours can purchase a discounted day permit from the Box Office.

Further car parks are located at Old Market, Merton FR Meadow and10Garrick House PA IEND OR £ off Widemarsh Street. TRONSS& £8 Please respect our neighbours and do not park in local residential streets or otherwise cause obstruction.

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

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

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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