Courtyard Live Guide September - December 2016 by The Courtyard Hereford

SEPTEMBER DECEMBER 2016 LIVE EVENTS LIVE SCREENINGS FILM CAFÉ BAR EXHIBITIONS EDUCATION BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP PARTICIPATION

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This season’s theme is Adventure. Check out some action packed shows...

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Welcome to a brand new season and brand new selection of entertaining and exciting events. The autumn season brings a wide variety of FR quality productions to choose from 10 PATIENDS OR £ FR RON & £180 DB S PATIENDS OR £of R including; The Courtyard’s production ON & £8 DB S Lord of the Flies, our Family Festival, music, dance, T S comedy, drama and, of course, our ever popular annual D pantomime, Aladdin. AD ST

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The Courtyard is a thriving arts centre which brings a wide range of artistic excellence to Herefordshire and we remain committed to offering the very best opportunities for everyone to engage with the arts. With our ever decreasing funding, our continued success is determined by the people of Herefordshire. Your support is a vital element in The Courtyard’s future. Please support your Centre for the Arts, it is something to be very proud of. I am very much looking forward to being part of The Courtyard for years to come and being part of, what promises to be very exciting times ahead in Hereford’s bid to become City of Culture 2021. I hope that you will join me and the rest of The Courtyard team for many productions throughout this exciting season.

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off shows which are marked throughout the brochure and 20% off inhouse shows such as Lord of the Flies and Aladdin A free pint of Wye Valley Brewery’s Butty Bach with every two full price tickets purchased If you are aged between 14 and 25 you can get 10% off selected shows. Courtyard Club members aged

HIRE 13 or under can get 15% off HIREtickets for selected live shows. Family Friendly. This show is suitable for all the family

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

ALL ABOARD FOR LIVE EVENTS During the Autumn Season, The Courtyard are offering free transport for the following shows:

6pm pick up

Manchester Camerata Thu 27 Oct

Ian Archer

The Illegal Eagles Thu 22 Sept

Forget Me Not Sat 26 Nov

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The Magnificent Music Hall Wed 28 Sept

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Herefordshire’s Family Festival Day Wed 26 Oct Times to be confirmed

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PICK UP POINTS: Leominster, Etham Street Car Park, HR6 8AE Ross on Wye, Larruperz Centre, Grammar School Close, HR9 7QD

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. 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.

“Hanging out”

MMMMM REVIEWED 20 FEBRUARY 2016 “Another gather with the ladies who all agreed that this place is great. Excellent food, something for everyone’s different tastes & dietary requirements, reasonably priced & very tasty. It was so tasty, homemade & just done really well. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable & well versed in customer chitchat.”

See our latest menus online at courtyard.org.uk/cafe-bar Let us host your... Business Meeting Conference Christening Children’s Party

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 (excluding August) A great opportunity for emerging local talent of all ages.

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

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

LIVE SCREENINGS 4

SUNDAY 24 JULY 2pm

A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE (CERT 12A)

TUESDAY 26 JULY 7.30pm

THE AUDIENCE STARRING HELEN MIRREN

TICKETS £14

THE AUDIENCE

TUESDAY 9 AUGUST 6.30pm

TICKETS £15

BEATRICE ET BENEDICT

MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 7.15pm

TUESDAY 15 NOVEMBER 6.15pm

MONDAY 17 OCTOBER 6.30pm

LES CONTES D’HOFFMAN

NORMA

COSI FAN TUTTE

WEDNESDAY 2 NOVEMBER 7.15pm

ANASTASIA

THURSDAY 8 DECEMBER 7.15pm

THE NUTCRACKER

TICKETS £15 THE NUTCRACKER

SUNDAY 1 OCTOBER 7pm

FRIDAY 19 & SATURDAY 20 AUGUST 7.30pm

CYMBELINE

RICHARD III (CERT 15)

WEDNESDAY 12 OCTOBER 7pm

TICKETS £15

KING LEAR

TICKETS £15

LIVE SCREENING FROM SYDNEY HARBOUR SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm

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ON SYDNEY HARBOUR TICKETS £15

THURSDAY 27 OCTOBER 7pm

THE ENTERTAINER TICKETS £15

FESTIVE FORK - get your scrummy Christmas grub!

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

A Christmas buffet is perfect for a party outing. For more information or to book your table contact the Café Bar on 01432 346525

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

FRIDAY 16 SEPTEMBER 8pm STARRING

RAY PEACOCK KATIE MULGREW AHIR SHAH

FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 8pm STARRING

ADAM HESS KIERAN BOYD JACK BARRY

FRIDAY 14 OCTOBER 8pm STARRING

NOEL JAMES ANNIE MCGRATH ALEX SMITH

FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER 8pm STARRING

FRIDAY 2 DECEMBER 8pm STARRING

MARK COOPER JONES KATIE MULGREW KIERAN BOYD

STEVE BUGEJA KIERAN BOYD BILAL ZAFAR TICKETS

FRIDAY 18 NOVEMBER 8pm STARRING

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COMEDY CURRY Start the night with a curry which can be pre-ordered for £6 (£8 if booked on the night).

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SATURDAY 10 DECEMBER 8pm STARRING

FRIDAY 6 JANUARY 8pm STARRING

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SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER 8pm STARRING

JULIAN DEANE ANNIE MCGRATH ROB AUTON

KIERAN BOYD

GARETH RICHARDS GLENN MOORE ALEX SMITH

FRIDAY 9 DECEMBER 8pm STARRING

JULIAN DEANE STEPHEN CARLIN ROB AUTON

GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE GET TICKETS FOR £10

FRIDAY 16 DECEMBER 8pm STARRING

KATIE MULGREW

JULY & AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS LIVE EVENTS

THURSDAY 21 JULY 7.30PM

MURDER MYSTERY NIGHT

SOLD OUT

TICKETS £35 Includes a glass of wine and a two course buffet. This is a Courtyard Fundraiser

LAZY TOWN

ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS (PG)

JULY - WEDNESDAY 27 8PM, THURSDAY 28 6PM

MON ROI (15)

TICKETS £7, CONCESSIONS £6.50

TICKETS £13.50, CONCESSIONS £11.50 FAMILY TICKET £42 Suitable for ages 3 years +

JULY - FRIDAY 29 11AM & 2.30PM, SATURDAY 30 11AM & 2.30PM

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THURSDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

ILLEGAL EAGLES Long established as the World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute, The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return for yet another outstanding show promising more of their tight harmonies, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. Their ability to recreate the distinctive sound of The Eagles with both flare and impressive authenticity, has won them mass acclaim on an international level. Featuring all the classics – Hotel California, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, Life in the Fast Lane, Take it to the Limit, and many more! TICKETS £24, CONCESSIONS £23

FRIDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

MONTY DON Monty Don is a renowned gardening writer and BBC television presenter and the nation’s favourite and most respected gardener. Hear him speak about his life and travels visiting gardens all over the world, what really happens behind the scenes when filming, about how he made his own organic garden from a bare field and how understanding and working with nature enriches and empowers us all. TICKETS £20

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SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER 8pm STUDIO THEATRE

SAUL ROSE & JAMES DELARRE James Delarre and Saul Rose combine thrilling fiddle performances with some of the finest melodeon playing in a new duo harnessing all the subtleties of traditional music while producing an exciting and energetic display of musicianship. Together they produce flowing melodies, rich harmony and considered vocal delivery. The firm friends’ joy in playing music together is hypnotic, captivating and addictive. TICKETS £13, CONCESSIONS £12

SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm STUDIO THEATRE

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POETRY SLAM The Courtyard in association with Ledbury Poetry Festival is holding its very first Poetry Slam. Poets from all over the country will be here to compete and challenge each other to a duel of words, wit, and of course… poetry! Who will be firing on all syllables into the final and win the hearts of the applaudience? Don’t miss this blazing night of slamazing poetry To enter as a competitor, emaill David on david.durant@courtyard.org.uk TICKETS £10

WEDNESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm STUDIO THEATRE

THE COLLECTOR The Collector is a compelling tale of murder, evil and betrayal set in occupied Iraq. Nassir works translating for the American interrogators. He’s pro-Western and determined to bring liberal values to his country and is about to get married to Zoya, his sweetheart. But when he is recognised by Faisal, new prisoner and psychotic supporter of the old regime, his life becomes a living hell. TICKETS £14, CONCESSIONS £12 £10 £8 SCHOOLS £10 OR

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WEDNESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

THE MAGNIFICENT MUSIC HALL

Step back in time to the glorious and glamorous heyday of British Music Hall, circa 1890s, a truly golden era. This will be a splendid afternoon of rich entertainment of song, dance, magic and laughter.

The two hour gala performance will delight and entertain, a heart-warming trip down memory lane featuring the songs the audience love to sing and the jokes the customers love to hear. F OR

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FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

THURSDAY 29 SEPTEMBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

U2UK

RAY QUINN

U2UK are a U2 tribute band who will perform a two-hour multi-media experience reviving U2’s most memorable live performances – from the Rattle and Hum tour, through Zoo TV, Elevation, Vertigo, 360° and on to Innocence & Experience.

NO MAN’S LAND Ray Quinn is a British singer/songwriter known for wowing the public with his talent for singing, dancing, acting and pretty much everything in between. Ray famously went on to come second to Leona Lewis on ITV’s X Factor in 2006, and he won the fourth series of Dancing on Ice in 2009. Britain’s youngest and most loved crooner is back with verve and a whole array of new songs which are sure to launch him to the forefront of the craft in which he shines, music. TICKETS £22.50, £10 £8 TICKET PLUS MEET AND GREET £35 OR

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Some of the hits will include: With or Without You, Beautiful Day, I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For, Desire, I Will Follow, Vertigo, Pride (In the Name of Love), Discotheque, One, The Fly, Sunday Bloody Sunday and many, many more.

TICKETS £21

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THURSDAY 6 – SATURDAY 15 OCTOBER 7.30pm Sponsored by MAIN HOUSE

THE SORCERER’S APPRENTICE

LORD OF THE FLIES See pages 18 & 19 for more details. TICKETS £13, CONCESSIONS £11, £10 £8 SCHOOLS £9 OR

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Charlie Hubble is a little boy with a very big dream, he wants to be a world-class magician. So, he saves up his pocket money to buy The Big Book of Magic for Trainee Magicians.

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Why not add a packed lunch to your booking, £5 (sandwich, crisps, fruit an d a drink)

SATURDAY 15 OCTOBER 11am STUDIO THEATRE

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Then he sets off to Mr Zacoor’s Toy Shop to buy his spellbook. But Mr Zacoor is no ordinary shopkeeper, he’s a real life Sorcerer! And he has a very special job for Charlie... Pre-show activity from 10.30am TICKETS £6

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THURSDAY 13 OCTOBER 7.30pm STUDIO THEATRE

AN EVENING WITH TOM MCCONVILLE TICKETS £11, CONCESSIONS £10 A free pint of Wye Valley Brewery’s Butty Bach see page 2 for more info.

TUESDAY 18 OCTOBER 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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SUNDAY 16 OCTOBER 3.30pm MONDAY 17 OCTOBER 10am & 1.30pm MAIN HOUSE

SCAMP THEATRE & FRECKLE PRODUCTIONS

STICK MAN

From the book by Julia Donaldson, Illustrated by Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo Scamp Theatre’s delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s hugely popular children’s book Stick Man is coming to The Courtyard! Touching, funny and utterly original, this awardwinning production features a trio of top actors and is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves. Guarantees more fun than you can shake a stick at! Most suitable for children aged 3+ with their friends & families MMMMM

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WEDNESDAY 19 OCTOBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

PAM AYRES Pam Ayres has been making the nation laugh for over 40 years. Her work is funny, and approachable. Her hairtrigger timing, her eye for the detail of everyday life, and for the absurdity therein, makes for an art that hides art. Recent radio broadcasts include Just A Minute, Loose Ends, and five of her own series of Ayres On The Air for Radio 4, and on TV the Paul O’Grady and Alan Titchmarsh shows, The TV That Made Me, Countdown, and The One Show. TICKETS £24.50

TUESDAY 18 OCTOBER 8pm STUDIO THEATRE

THURSDAY 20 OCTOBER 7.30pm

AJTC THEATRE COMPANY IN CO-PRODUCTION WITH NOTTINGHAM PLAYHOUSE PRESENT

SING-A-LONG-A GREASE (PG)

THE UNDERGROUND MAN A life of fascination, obsession and deep scientific curiosity. William John Cavendish Scott-Bentinck, the 5th Duke of Portland, is an eccentric English aristocrat whose imagination and curiosity know no bounds. This deceptively simple man struggles to come to terms with a world that is teeming with new knowledge, ill-founded opinion and gossip. TICKETS £14, CONCESSIONS £12

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The sing along screening of the classic film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John is brought to you by the producers of Sing-aLong-a Sound of Music The evening begins with your host leading a vocal warm-up before they show you how to use your magic moments fun packs. You’ll even get a chance to learn how to hand jive. Then just sit back and watch Danny, Sandy and the gang, while singing and dancing along to the lyrics as shown on the screen. It couldn’t be easier... or more fun! Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential. TICKETS £16, UNDER 16 £11 £28 JOINT TICKET WITH SING-A-LONG-A ROCKY HORROR (PAGE 22)

FRIDAY 21 OCTOBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

SAVAGE HART A family of slaughtered deer have watched over the dining hall of a cruel man of his times; now they’re putting their severed heads together to form a plan... Aerial artistry, ballet & circus combine to create the bewitching tale of a 19th century aristocrat haunted by the ghosts of his past. Drawn from the stories found amongst the over grown ruins of the Hafod Estate in mid-Wales, Savage Hart is a parable of mankind’s dominion over nature against the masked savagery of the animal world. FRIE

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LITTLE FRANKENSTEIN 11am TICKETS £6 MONDAY 24 & TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER

WEDNESDAY 26 OCTOBER

COURTYARD FAMILY FESTIVAL DAY

Space themed, see page 20 for more details

HOLIDAY WORKSHOP INTERGALACTIC QUEST

2pm (AGES 2-3½ YEARS) 2.40am (3½-5 YEARS) 3.20am (5-7 YEARS)

10am – 1pm TICKETS £25

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THE CURIOUS ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO 11am TICKETS £6 TUESDAY 25 OCTOBER

3DEGREEZ CHEERLEADING WORKSHOP 2pm – 3.30pm TICKETS £3 FOR TWO EVENTS *All participants have to attend the event on Wednesday 26 October too (10-11.30AM)

FRIDAY 28 OCTOBER

CARTOON SHORTS

11am TICKETS 50p

THURSDAY 27 OCTOBER

RUGBY TOTS

THURSDAY 27 OCTOBER

PITSCHI – THE KITTEN WITH DREAMS 11am TICKETS £6 Sponsored by:

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The Courtyard is working in partnership with a range of organisations, institutions and community groups to provide activities across the county for the Family Festival. Companies include Hereford ECHO, University of Worcester, Herefordshire Libraries, Hereford College of Arts, Herefordshire Council, Old Market Hereford, Brightstripe and HVOSS.

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LORD OF THE FLIES ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY NIGEL WILLIAMS

DIRECTED BY DAVID DURANT After finding themselves abandoned on a desert island following a catastrophic plane crash, a group of school children struggle to survive as rules and instinct clash. Emotions run high in the battle between civilisation and survival in this riveting tale of life on the edge of savagery. How dark is the darkness of man’s heart? Packed with action, passion and emotion this gripping adaptation of William Golding’s masterpiece explodes on to the stage with a powerfully poignant plot that will leave you wondering what it really means to be human. A Courtyard Production involving young local talent & professional actors. Friends and Patrons get 20% off tickets!

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HEREFORD MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY PRESENT

Looking for an unusual gift? Ask at Box Office Music, gift Lyrics and Book by Lionel Bart. about memberships.

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This classic family favourite musical is brought to you by Hereford Musical Theatre Company. The well established award winning company that gave you The Wizard of Oz and the highly acclaimed Witches of Eastwick.

TICKETS: Evening 2 November £15, CONCESSIONS £14 Evenings 3 - 5 November £18, CONCESSIONS AD£17ST Matinee 5 November £15, CONCESSIONS £14

MONDAY 7 NOVEMBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

SING-A-LONG-AROCKY HORROR (15) The campest cult classic of all time gets the Singalonga treatment it’s been SCREAMING for! Featuring the film, starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Meatloaf and Richard O’Brien, it’s the most outrageous, riotous, kitsch, wonderful romp ever. If you’ve done The Time Warp before, you’ll never have done it quite like this! The evening begins with your host leading a vocal warm-up before they show you how to use your magic moments fun packs. Fancy dress is not obligatory but highly recommended! TICKETS £16 & £11 (UNDER 16 YEAR OLDS) £28 JOINT TICKET WITH SING-A-LONG-A GREASE (PAGE 16)

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MONDAY 7 NOVEMBER 8pm STUDIO THEATRE

ID NIGHT: DIGITOPIA

FRIDAY 4 NOVEMBER 8pm STUDIO THEATRE

FALL OUT Fall Out explores the story of three young people who’s night out leads to a journey of self discovery, testing friendships and questioning identity and loyalty. An uncompromising look at growing discontent and how easily we can be led to find the wrong answers to the questions surrounding our own happiness? 0

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WEDNESDAY 9 NOVEMBER 5pm MAIN HOUSE

CHINESE STATE CIRCUS The internationally acclaimed Chinese State Circus is to return to the UK after a break of three years, returning to its roots in an innovatively spectacular new production – “DYNASTY”. Breathtaking in its simplicity, “DYNASTY” projects into a contemporary setting an art form that has thrilled audiences for more than 2,000 years where low-tech everyday objects are transformed into hi-tech acrobatic equipment. Hurtling porcelain jars….dynamically spinning plates… balancing upon gigantic pyramids of tables and chairs framed by the delicate strands of silk supporting cascading aerialists. TICKETS £25, CONCESSIONS £23 UNDER 16S £10, FAMILY TICKET £59

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The Courtyard and 2Faced Dance Company proudly present this season’s I.D Night: Digitopia. This unique and exciting opportunity is for all emerging artists who have a passion and creative vent for combining live performance with digital technology. Whether you are an aspiring dancer who likes to incorporate film or a film maker with a passion for making dance videos this is an evening not to be missed. Make sure you get your tickets and support the next generation of artists. TICKETS £5

FRIDAY 11 NOVEMBER 8pm STUDIO THEATRE

MEGSON Three times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and double winners of the Spiral Earth Awards Megson draw heavily on their Teesside heritage to create a truly unique brand of folk music.

TICKETS £14, CONCESSIONS £13

THURSDAY 10 NOVEMBER 7.30pm STUDIO THEATRE

A free pint of Wye Valley Brewery’s Butty Bach see page 2 for more info.

MICHAEL KING’S ‘ON TOUR WITH ELVIS SHOW’ Michael King’s ‘On Tour With Elvis’ is without doubt the UK’s authoritative touring Elvis show. Ground breaking rock n roll hits, movie songs, million selling number one’s, the 1968 Comeback Special including the famous ‘black leather sit-down’ section, and of course the very best performances from Elvis’ Las Vegas and touring years.An exciting 2 hour show filled with Elvis’ greatest hits and more delivered live in true Elvis style. This is a night of pure breathtaking Elvis entertainment plus the best Elvis sound you will ever hear!. Michael is the only UK Elvis performer to have received DB the ‘Las Vegas Elvis Icon Award’ for his performances there with Elvis’ very own Jordanaires.

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SATURDAY 12 NOVEMBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

THE FLOYD EFFECT DARK SIDE OF THE MOON AND BEYOND

The Floyd Effect has become rightly renowned for the remarkable accuracy with which it performs the iconic music of Pink Floyd. Every note that you hear is played and sung by the band, making each concert a genuine ‘live’ experience; powerful, immersive and emotional. Unless you were there the first time round, the music of Pink Floyd was never as real as this. Performing its Dark Side and Beyond tour in 2016/17, The Floyd Effect take you on a musical journey from the Dark Side of the Moon, through Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Wall, to The Division Bell. TICKETS £21, CONCESSIONS £19

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SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER 8pm MAIN HOUSE

JENNY ECLAIR

HOW TO BE A MIDDLE AGED WOMAN WITHOUT GOING INSANE Following a complete sellout spring tour professional grumpy old woman, Splash survivor, amateur soup maker, and novice knitter Jenny Eclair extends her hit tour into the autumn. Jenny is younger than Madonna but eats crisps and likes wine. Semi –bearded and suffering from outbreaks of gout and hysteria, Eclair puts middle age under the microscope and decides whether to laugh, cry or buy a dachshund! You are most welcome to join her, just button your cardi up properly and wipe that lipstick off your teeth..

FRIDAY 25 NOVEMBER 7.30pm STUDIO THEATRE

FORGET ME NOT Comic, poet and ex-psychiatric nurse Rob Gee presents a murder mystery set on an Alzheimer’s ward. Jim’s wife, a patient on a dementia ward, has died from what appears to be natural causes. Jim is a retired police detective and he smells a rat. He’s determined to solve this one last murder. The problem is he also has dementia. Narrated partly by Jim, partly by a happygo-lucky nurse and partly by the baffling Detective Inspector Rae, Forget Me Not charts the course of Jim’s investigation.

TICKETS £14, CONCESSIONS £13

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MONDAY 28 NOVEMBER 8pm MAIN HOUSE

MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE

One of Britain’s finest comedians and broadcasters, Marcus’s talent was noted early on in his career in 1996 when he won the BBC New Comedian Award at the Edinburgh Festival. He is now regarded as a major comedy, writing and acting talent, performing stand up nationally to sell out audiences around the UK and globally at international comedy festivals.

“Dazzling, inspired, perfectly observed. I’ve yet to see anything funnier” M M M M Daily Telegraph TICKETS £18, CONCESSIONS £17

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THURSDAY 7 SATURDAY 31 DECEMBER STUDIO THEATRE

SNOW QUEEN

This year’s Children’s Christmas Show is The Snow Queen! A magical, fun show which follows Kay and Gerda’s magical 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*

Performances

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DECEMBER Morning

Afternoon

Sat 10 11.00am* Sat 17 11.00am* Mon 19 11.00am Tue 20 11.00am Wed 21 11.00am Thu 22 11.00am Fri 23 11.00am Sat 24 11.00am* Mon 26 Tue 27 11.00am Wed 28 11.00am Thu 29 11.00am Fri 30 11.00am Sat 31 11.00am*

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Schools performances from 7 December. Ask at Box Office or look online for more details.

TUESDAY 13 DECEMBER 8pm STUDIO THEATRE

MARTIN CARTHY For more than 40 years Martin Carthy has been one of folk music’s greatest innovators, one of its best loved, most enthusiastic.

His skill, stage presence and natural charm have won him many admirers, not only from within the folk scene, but also far beyond it. TICKETS £15, CONCESSIONS £13 A free pint of Wye Valley Brewery’s Butty Bach see page 2 for more info.

SATURDAY 26 NOVEMBER 11am

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PENGUIN! ELEPHANT!

Why not add a packed lunch to your booking, £5 (sandwich, crisps, fruit an d a drink)

Penguin is a little bit selfish. Penguin loves fish fingers, but never shares them. Everything is black and white and that’s just the way Penguin likes it. Until one day Elephant turns up. Elephant is big. Elephant is messy. Elephant likes lots of colour everywhere. However will Penguin cope!? With original songs, hilarious comedy and dance, Penguin! Elephant! is a magical new show about celebrating differences for anyone who’s ever waddled like a Penguin or stomped like an Elephant. TICKETS £6

TUESDAY 13 & WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE

RUSSELL HOWARD Join Russell Howard, one of our funniest and most successful comedians, as he tries out brand new material. TICKETS £17

SOLD OUT

Looking for comedy this Christmas, look on page 5 for more details

WEDNESDAY 21 & THURSDAY 22 DECEMBER 8pm STUDIO THEATRE

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

A Christmas Carol was the first public performance Charles Dickens gave of his own work. He enacted it over 150 times and the effect on the public was phenomenal. ‘The success was most wonderful and prodigious – perfectly overwhelming and astounding altogether!’ he said after the first night. This Christmas, you can experience what it must have been like to be in the audience! European Arts Company is faithfully recreating Dickens’s famous performance of his best-loved and most heart-warming story. Come and enjoy a seasonal treat in the spirit of Christmas past, present and future. TICKETS £13 £1 OF EVERY TICKET GOES TO BARNARDOS R

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MONDAY 19 DECEMBER 10am

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CHRISTMAS TABLE DECORATION WORKSHOP Join florist Debbie Coplans from The Hibiscus Room for expert tutoring in making your very own sumptuous festive floral display for your Christmas table to impress friends and family. The workshop fee includes all the necessary flowers and materials so you will walk away with a beautiful table decoration to grace your home throughout the festive period or to give as a gift. The workshop concludes with a delicious buffet lunch and glass of mulled wine on the Mezzanine. TICKETS £45 (INCLUDES LUNCH, GLASS OF WINE & TABLE DECORATION) Supported by

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EXHIBITIONS 31 FRIDAY 8 JULY SUNDAY 11 SEPTEMBER

(NOT) BEING BORING… HEREFORDSHIRE ARTS & CRAFTS SOCIETY MENTORING PROJECT

This project developed out of the experience of the last Society show at the Courtyard which their then patron, Sir Roy Strong, in his opening address considered to be ‘boring’. This was acknowledged within the Society, and an idea was developed to explore ways to address this. The idea of an elective mentoring project emerged as one to shake-up participating members’ practice

and to reflect the shifts in art and craft practices in recent decades. Working with the artist and filmmaker Lois Hopwood, members of the society have undertaken a series of workshops to this end and (Not) Being Boring… is an exhibition using documentation and work in progress which will allow audiences an insight into this transformative process.

FRIDAY 16 SEPTEMBER SATURDAY 5 NOVEMBER

FRIDAY 11 NOVEMBER SATURDAY 31 DECEMBER

HEREFORDSHIRE OPEN 2016

ALLOY

Tom Barker: Merry Old England, 2015

The aim of the Herefordshire Open is to support and to demonstrate the wide range of artists’ practice within Herefordshire and the surrounding areas. The 2016 Open will build on the success of last year’s exhibition providing an accessible public platform for the county’s artists and makers.

SPONSOR A SEAT How would you like to own a little piece of The Courtyard? You can do this through sponsoring a seat in the Main House (£300) or The Studio (£175). A bespoke plaque with your personal inscription will be placed on a seat of your choice for five years, so you can see it every time you see a show or film. Ask at Box Office for more details.

Alloy is The Courtyard’s resident company of jewellers and silversmiths, with a busy workshop situated within the building. For this major gallery exhibition, Alloy aim to extend and dramatise the presentation of their work using performance, film and video, as well as documentary photography and more conventional means of display.

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.

Performances FEBRUARY Monday 6 7.30pm Tuesday 7 7.30pm Wednesday 8 7.30pm Thursday 9 2.30pm 7.30pm Friday 10 7.30pm Saturday 11 2.30pm 7.30pm

Full £23

Full £27, Concessions £25

Full £30, Concessions £28

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Many hands make light work and we always need help with fundraising events, running book fairs, or selling raffles and such. We’re also looking for help in looking after the new Courtyard Costume Store, for example, with laundry and repairs. For further information on any of the above, please contact Melanie Denning melanie.denning@courtyard.org.uk

SUPPORTERS Tesco (Bewell Street), Old Market Hereford, Hereford Sixth Form College, Hibiscus Room, Mike Gell, Sign-rite, Peter Prosser Hairdressing, Hereford College of Arts, Rotherwood Healthcare, Hay Festival, 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.

Online

Reservations

Refunds & Exchanges

Choose your ticket online 24 hours a day courtyard.org.uk

These are available on live events. Tickets are held for three working days or seven days before the show and then released.

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.

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

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

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.

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

Box Office 01432 340555 For full terms and conditions visit the website

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SEATING PLANS

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HOW TO FIND US

Access

Hard of Hearing

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

Audio enhancement facilities are available for events in the Main House and the Studio.

If you require this brochure in large print or alternative formats, please contact the Box Office.

Car Parking

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 audio description include: Lord of the Flies Saturday 15 October 2pm Oliver Saturday 5 November 2.30pm Aladdin Saturday 10 December 7pm

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Subtitles for the hard of ADon hearing are available 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. 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 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. OR

£10

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ON £8 S 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

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

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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Wheelchairs

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