Witches Can’t Be Burnt
Our autumn brochure has arrived, and I sincerely hope that you like the amazing season of exciting and uplifting shows we have coming up for you.
The 2024 Autumn Season closes our 25th Anniversary year and we can all be very proud of the fantastic achievements made by The Courtyard since it opened its door in September 1998. A lot has changed over the years, but our ethos remains the same; to put the community at the heart of everything we do. We create artistic excellence locally and nationally and build opportunities for all through participation, diversity and inclusion.
To end our exciting 25th Anniversary year we have launched our ‘Give The Green Light Appeal’. We want to bring vibrant energy to The Courtyard by replacing our existing tungsten lighting with 140 sleek, eco-friendly LED lights. Not only will this slash our electricity usage by 90% in these areas, but this will help us cut our carbon footprint by 9000Kg every year. Our project cost is £379,000 and we are reaching out to our incredible community to help us raise £25,000 of this. We have already raised £90,000 and have applied to grant funding trusts and foundations to help us in our endeavour. As we celebrate the end of our first 25 years in Herefordshire, we invite you to join us by donating £25 or more to the Appeal, find out more on page 44.
In 1998 the cherished dream for a new theatre and arts centre for Herefordshire became a reality. It is now a place that will live for many generations to come. The Courtyard excites and inspires and has become a centre for the whole community. We are now investing in the future of your arts centre to ensure that it remains in the heart of the community for many years to come. Please support our Appeal; online by visiting courtyard.org.uk/donate, in person at the Box Office, contactless donation points throughout The Courtyard or by cheque (payable to The Courtyard Trust). Don’t forget to Gift Aid your donation, if you can.
Thank you for all your support. We couldn’t do it without you!
Very best wishes,
Cinema with Soul. Support local. Embrace independent.
@TheCourtyardCinema
Tickets £8 - £3
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20% off in-house productions such as panto
MUSIC
TRIBUTE
Friday 28 June 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
DANCE
Thursday 27 June 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
£8OR£10 PAFRIENDS& TRONS
Mi Flamenco presents Ignite
£8OR£10 £8OR£10 PAFRIENDS& TRONS
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An unmissable opportunity to see international flamenco company Mi Flamenco with their new show, IGNITE. Original music by virtuoso guitarist Uri Tal, vocals from Jerez with charismatic flamenco singer Luis Vargas Monge and the extraordinary cello of Nick Squires. Thrilling dance from Ester Tal & Tomas Arroquero completes this captivating combination of art and emotion: a truly compelling flamenco experience.
Tickets £20, Concessions £18
It’s time to transport yourself back to the Let’s Be Having it 90’s with an all-new show Indie Explosion! Live and smashed out by Onside Britpop. Indie Explosion features archive footage of the era and massive hits from four of the biggest bands of the time - The Stone Roses, Blur, Pulp, Oasis and also featuring smashes from other acts such as The Happy Mondays, Ocean Colour Scene, Supergrass, James and many more.
Tickets £28, Concessions £27
MUSIC
TRIBUTE
Friday 5 July 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
the rolling stones story
Saturday 29 June & Saturday 6 July 10am - 5pm
PROMENADE - HEREFORD CITY CENTRE the word on the street THEATRE
The perfect opportunity to see the city of Hereford in a new light. Small audiences will set off every fifteen minutes, after being given a specially designed map, detailing their route through the city. Along the way, actors will surprise and entrain the groups with performances based on local events and characters.
Tickets £15, Concessions £13
A high energy concert celebrating the music of the World’s Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band. Let’s Spend The Night Together in the company of Mick and the boys and you will experience a truly authentic Rolling Stones spectacle; complete with an awesome production, the finest musicians and the world’s No.1 Mick Jagger lookalike in Paul Ashworth.
Tickets £29
Saturday 6 July 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
A celebration of women who have made their mark on the West End Stage. Featuring the best loved songs from the West End and Broadway, performed by a cast of incredible female vocalists and a live band. An unforgettable evening of stunning vocals, backstage anecdotes and fascinating insights into the world of our West End Women.
Tickets £31.50
Wednesday 17 July 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
ballet cymru present romeo a Juliet
Critics’ Circle Award winning company, Ballet Cymru, present an extraordinary adaptation of Shakespeare’s masterpiece. Intense fighting, passionate duets and universal themes echo through dramatic and lyrical choreography. Exquisite costumes and extraordinary video projections create a world of danger and excitement where two young lovers are caught in an age-old feud.
Tickets £20, Concessions £18
THEATRE SHOWCASE
Tuesday 16 July 8pm
STUDIO THEATRE
Acting Circle Presents... Anything but grey
The Courtyard’s Acting Circle group proudly present this heart-warming and character-driven tale, that balances comedy and poignancy as it explores all-things-acting and the human condition. Stark realism against a backdrop of absurdity reveals how the colour of drama really can make life ‘Anything But Grey’.
Tickets £5, Concessions £3
THEATRE
FOOD & DRINK EVENT
Tue 30 July - Sat 3 August 7pm
MAIN HOUSE
the original dining experience
An unmissable highly interactive comedy spectacular, where audiences enjoy a 3-course meal alongside 5-star comedy. When the audience become diners in the ‘Faulty Towers’ restaurant, pretty much anything can happen – because 70% of the show is improvised. The fun hurtles along in a 2-hour tour de force of gags and shambolic service as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve a ‘70s-style 3-course meal together with a good dollop of mayhem.
Tickets £65 - £55
£8OR£10
FAMILY
Thursday 8 August 2pm
MAIN HOUSE
The pop party
This exhilarating live concert, made especially for kids, brings the latest trending TikTok hits to life in vibrant and engaging live performance. The show features chart-topping songs from artists including Little Mix, Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Lizzo, Meghan Trainor, Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, Charlie Puth and more. Pop Party promises to be an immersive and unforgettable experience for kids and families!
Tickets £17, Family Ticket £64
Thursday 22 August 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
When you think reggae, there is only one name that comes to mind... Hotfoot from a sell out show at London’s Adelphi Theatre, Legend - the Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show. Combining Marley’s superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship as a supremely talented cast recreate Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love, Three Little Birds and more.
Tickets £33
Friday 30 August 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
£8OR£10 PAFRIENDS& TRONS
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Tuesday 27 August 7.30pm
MAIN
project dance Company presents all that matters
Postshow Q&A!
All That Matters tells a palpably emotive story that celebrates the joy of memory and illustrates the heartache of loss. Uniquely uplifting, the production promises to remind audiences of all ages to embrace life, and savour every moment with those that they love.
Tickets £15, Concessions £13
Immerse yourself in a new 2024 show with some of the best songs and those killer riffs from the absolute legends of the electric guitar. A dynamic blend of hard and soft rock with a few surprises thrown in, paying homage to some of the greatest guitar icons to ever pick up a plectrum. The faithful renditions and accurate re-telling of these classic anthems will have even the hardest to please rocking in the aisles. Rock guitar like you remember it!
Tickets £25, Concessions £24
THEATRE
Thursday 25 - Saturday 27 July 7.30pm
Saturday Matinee 2.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
senior youth theatre presents dorian gray
The Courtyard Senior Youth Theatre presents Oscar Wilde’s Dorian Gray with a modern twist, seamlessly blending live performance and multimedia elements. Experience Dorian’s timeless journey through eternal youth, set against the backdrop of the selfie era.
Our talented cast has collaborated with Rural Media students to enhance their skills in performance, photography, and filmmaking. With music composed by Hereford College of Arts students, this performance showcases Hereford’s talented youth at their very best.
Don’t miss this innovative exploration of vanity, morality, and the digital age, presenting a fresh take of Wilde’s enduring masterpiece.
Tickets £14, Concessions £12
Come and unwind after a stressful week at one of The Courtyard’s hilarious Westons Comedy Clubs. Gather your friends, grab a drink from the bar and enjoy laugh-out-loud comedy from some of the hottest up-and-coming comedians on the circuit. Previous Comedy Network acts include… Ed Gamble, Phil Wang, Iain Striling, Russell Howard, Lucy Porter, Chris Ramsey, Roisin Conaty, Dave Gorman, Jenny Eclair and many more. Ages 18+ only.
Check website for line up.
Tickets £15
Friday 28 June
Friday 26 July
Friday 6 September
Friday 20 September
Friday 4 October
Friday 18 October
Friday 8 November
Friday 29 November
Comedy Club start time: 8.30pm
Friday 6 December
Saturday 7 December
Friday 13 December
Saturday 14 December
Friday 20 December
Saturday 21 December
FOOD & DRINK EVENT
Saturday 7 September 12pm
COURTYARD LOUNGE
Indulge in a delightful homemade afternoon tea accompanied by the soothing melodies of a live pianist in the luxurious Courtyard Lounge. Savour a selection of sandwiches, delicious cakes, freshly baked scones, and chocolatedipped strawberries, all served with a variety of teas and freshly brewed coffee in a relaxed, contemporary setting. Celebrating a special occasion? Elevate your experience with our bottomless prosecco upgrade for an extra touch of indulgence!
Tickets £25pp, Bottomless prosecco £39.70pp
Tuesday 3 - Saturday 7 September, 7.30pm | Saturday Matinee 2.30pm
MAIN HOUSE here to there presents the cherry orchard
1914: Lubov Ranevskaya returns to the family estate from France, destitute. In her absence, the family running the estate have also fallen into financial difficulties. The Bank is going to sell the estate, with its beautiful but unproductive cherry orchard, at an auction. All may not be lost, however. Lopakhin, local kulak turned highly successful businessman, has a solution. One not attractive to the family who have their own ideas of how to extricate themselves from financial oblivion…
A tragicomedy set in a maelstrom of competing forces of capitalism, communism and imperialism with a world-wide conflict just around the corner.
Friday 13 September 8pm
Brace yourself for an electrifying night of unadulterated pleasure and indulge in the Dreamboys: Stripped Back 2024 tour. Be part of the explosive, immersive, and seductive dance show where desires come alive, boundaries are shattered, and inhibitions are left at the door. Prepare to be captivated for two unforgettable hours, where with every provocative thrust and smouldering gaze, the Dreamboys will ignite a fiery passion within that will burn long after the curtains close.
Tickets £30, First 5 rows £32.50
Saturday 14 September 7.30pm MAIN
‘Clive captures my Grandfather JUST as he was’ - Caitlin Crowell, Granddaughter of Johnny Cash. The brand new ‘Sin & Redemption’ tour takes you through the emotion of Cash’s career with favourites such as Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, Jackson and the darker more troubled material such as Hurt and others from the American Recordings. With standing ovations every night, this is the longest running celebration of Johnny Cash in the world today!
Tickets £28
THEATRE COMEDY
Saturday 14 September 7.45pm
STUDIO THEATRE
our star theatre company presents death(s) at sea
A small theatre company are performing their new murder-mystery play Death at Sea, but despite their best efforts, everything goes wrong! A thrilling murder mystery set on a small ship carrying just five passengers and its Captain. When one of the passengers, Mr Inus, is found dead, the remaining passengers speculate and turn on each other until the real murderer is caught... But that isn’t how this play goes!
Tickets £16, Concessions £14
MUSIC
Wednesday 18 September 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
The Searchers Experience
TALK
Tuesday 17 September 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
Ray Parlour, Paul Merson, & Perry Groves
Amassing more than 900 appearances in the red and white of The Gunners between them, three Arsenal legends are coming to town to talk about their action-packed football careers. Starring Ray Parlour (Romford Pele), Paul Merson – now a regular face on Sky Sports; midfielder Perry Groves - now a radio presenter will discuss the games, dressing room/training ground stories, managers, fall outs and everything you wanted to know about playing for a successful football club.
Tickets £33, VIP £78 inc Meet & Greet SPORT
starring Spencer James Spencer James has been the Lead Vocalist for sixties legends The Searchers for the past 37 years. He has performed all over the world and in all the major venues in every country. Now taking The Searchers mantle forward, hear all the hits including Needles and Pins, When You Walk In The Room, Sweets For My Sweet, Love Potion No 9, Sugar and Spice and many more. The Searchers legacy continues!
Tickets £28
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The Swan
MUSIC CLASSICAL
Thursday 19 September 7.30pm
Pre-Concert Talk 6.45pm
MAIN HOUSE
Orchestra of the swan presents A Beautiful THread: Thomas Hardy in Words & Music
Resident Orchestra
£8OR£10 PAFRIENDS& TRONS
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Starring Anton Lesser (Game of Thrones, Wolf Hall, Endeavour), A Beautiful Thread weaves Thomas Hardy’s life with his beautiful poetry and great novels. Hardy put more music into his work than any other writer, and the Swan’s Artistic Director, David Le Page has devised a musical programme of shimmering beauty - a Melstock folk band style, that combines West Gallery Music from the village churches of the 1840’s with Holst, Finzi and contemporary folk.
£26, Concessions
MUSIC TRIBUTE
Friday 20 September 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
disco inferno
Ok all you crazy cats, who’s ready for the funkiest Get Down In Town? For all those who dreamed of going to New York’s Studio 54, Disco Inferno is the spectacular all singing, all dancing celebration of everything D.I.S.C.O. From the smoking hot girls to the guys in platforms, this electrifying show just screams glitter balls and good times. The ultimate UK Disco tribute with your favourites by Earth Wind and Fire, Barry White, Donna Summer, The Trammps, and many more!
Tickets £30, First 5 rows £32.50
MUSIC TRIBUTE
Saturday 21 September 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
Calling all ‘Dancing Queens’ and ‘Super Troopers’ - it has been 50 years since ABBA’s Iconic 1974 Eurovision win with their legendary performance of Waterloo… and what better way to celebrate than with Arrival - The Hits of ABBA!
The show is an outstanding celebration of the greatest pop group in history, bringing you the magic of their timeless hits, firstclass vocals and incredible musicianship with songs such as Waterloo, Mamma Mia, SOS, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!, VoulezVous, Fernando and many more!
Tickets £29
THEATRE
FAMILY
STUDIO THEATRE
Sea Legs Puppet Theatre presents The Musicians of Bremen Saturday 21 September 11am
Family Saturdays Free activitypre10.30amat
There is a place where old toys are sorted into those who will find new homes, and those who will never be played with again. A worn out toy donkey, a pull along dog, a one eyed cat and a mechanical cockerel find themselves in such a place. Rather than waiting to find out their fate, they run away to Bremen Town to try their luck as musicians! Toy Story meets the Brothers Grimm in this enchanting new production for children and their adults. Told with fabulous puppets, an innovative stage set and a brilliant musical soundtrack!
Tickets £8.50
Monday 23 September 4.30pm Tuesday 24 September 10.30am, 1.30pm & 4.30pm
MAIN HOUSE A Little Angel Theatre, The Lowry and Rose Theatre co-production Charlie Cook's Favourite Book
Charlie loves reading. Especially books about pirates. But his sister hates it - it’s boring! Can Charlie convince her that reading is fun? Perhaps if she read a book about a pirate, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading a book about a knight… Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs, and perhaps you will be able to help his sister discover the wonderful world inside a book…
Tickets £18, Children £16 Schools & Nurseries £13
DANCE
Thursday 26 September 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
£8OR£10
National Dance Company Wales Presents Frontiers
Escape to the edge of your seat for a double bill of National Dance Company Wales’ signature blend of brilliantly crafted, life-affirming dance.
AUGUST by Matthew William Robinson shifts between perilous and beautiful, bathed in the fading colours of dusk and neon accents of night, it’s about saying goodbye and the changes that fling us together and tear us apart.
In Skinners by Melanie Lane we teeter on the edge of a thrilling, terrifying future where human bodies glitch between flesh and illusion, fact and fiction. If AI and filters become a new reality how do we return to the skin we’re living in?
Tickets £18, Concessions £15
Under 26 £10.50
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MUSIC
FUNDRAISER
Friday 27 September 7pm
MAIN HOUSE
Join big band singer Robby Toner who has a wealth of performing experience including for the UK Forces and at large-scale venues such as Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. Robby lost his sight early in life and has gone on to become the only blind big band leader in the world. He’ll be emulating some of the 20th century’s most iconic vocalists, with a sparkling selection of big band classics from the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Michael Bublé as well as iconic modern pop hits. This show is an exciting multi-media experience, with Robby’s 27-piece orchestra pre-recorded for the screen. Robby will be joined live on stage by female vocalist Ceri Smith, some fantastic musicians and Vocalise Choir.
Tickets £25, Concessions £24
MUSIC
Wednesday 25 September 7.45pm
STUDIO THEATRE
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A fabulous collective of respected acoustic musicians presenting traditional and original music. Expect jazzy, folky and catchy traditional and original tunes from a collective of established musicians from Gloucestershire inspired by everything from a tasty apple crumble, through to sausages and Shakespeare. Harp, fiddle, cello, mandolin, guitar, and percussion all feature!
Tickets £16, Concessions £14
MUSIC
TRIBUTE
Saturday 28 September 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
A Tribute to Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman
Let us take you Back Into Hell, where Rock and Roll dreams come true, with this 2 hour extravaganza celebrating the iconic music of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman.
Join world class musicians as they recreate such legendary anthems as Bat Out Of Hell, I’d do Anything For Love, Paradise By The Dashboard Light, Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth, Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad, Dead Ringer For Love and many more. Boe Jigge
Tickets £29.50
MUSIC
TRIBUTE
Thursday 3 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK. The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts. No other Dire Streets tribute act comes as close to reproducing Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar and vocal tones – making Dire Streets as near to the original band as you can see live.
Tickets £27
CREATIVE AGEING EVENT
Tuesday 1 October 2pm
NELL GWYNNE STUDIO
Hosted by Rachel Freeman from Everybody Dance, this fun and nostalgic dementia friendly event will brighten up anyone’s day. Filled with music, tea, cakes and dancing, plus students from HCA to dance with!
Tickets £4 - including refreshments
Accompanying carers free
Dementia Friendly Tea Parties receive financial assistance from:
MUSIC
TRIBUTE
Friday 4 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
An exhilarating show sensationally recreating all the hits, the hair and the costumes from Cher’s breathtaking career spanning seven decades. Experience the ultimate tribute to Cher with dazzling costume changes, outstanding musicianship and spectacular production. Relive the entire Cher songbook including I Got You Babe, Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves, Just Like Jesse James, If I Could Turn Back Time, Walking in Memphis, Strong Enough and Believe plus songs from Mamma Mia and her album Dancing Queen.
Tickets £29.50
Family
Saturdays Free preactivity at 10.30am
COMEDY
FAMILY
Saturday 5 October 11am STUDIO
As creatures go to sleep and the Autumn brings in all kinds of magical changes, come on an adventure and become part of a Snoozy Story! Have heaps of fun in an interactive puppetry and storytelling experience, based in the sensory world of Fafunia!
Tickets £8.50
Saturday 5 October 7.45pm
STUDIO
£8OR£10 £8OR£10
Colin Cosgrove is a busy man. He’s running badminton sessions, his supply teaching job is going ‘great guns’, and his food delivery work keeps him busy on a Saturday night. But then it all starts to go a little bit wrong. Is he losing his mojo? Can he get it back? Can he maintain his status as a top badminton celebrity in Worcester? Find out more and learn some pro sporting moves along the way!
Tickets £16, Concessions £15
COMEDY
Saturday 5 October 8pm
Daniel O’Reilly has had many characters, but for this live show he’s going ‘Out Of Character’ to stand up as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, the mistakes and the madness of his career so far. From losing it all, battling addiction and becoming a father he’s been on some rollercoaster and wants you to come for a ride with him, so grab your tickets now and make sure you’ve got your seat belt on!
Tickets £28
MUSIC
VARIETY
Thursday 10 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
£8OR£10 PAFRIENDS& TRONS
AD ST DB
THEATRE
Tuesday 8 October 7.45pm
STUDIO THEATRE
Nicholas Collett Productions Ltd mettle
Multi-award winning solo performer Nicholas Collett tells the story of his father’s experiences on the Atlantic Convoys in World War Two – surviving U-Boat attacks and treacherous weather – to Glenn Miller concerts and patrols in West Africa. A commemoration of those who served. Thrilling physical theatre from the writer of “Spitfire Solo”, “Nelson – The Sailors’ Story” and “Your Bard”.
Tickets Pay What You Decide (see p.5)
HIRE
Join the celebration of Mugenkyo’s landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big beats, visual treats and vital energy. Taking the audience on a journey ‘in time’, a thrilling ride through their 30 years, the concert is a full theatrical experience, with dynamic choreography and heart-pounding rhythms contrasting with atmospheric soundscapes. As Europe’s longest-established taiko group, Mugenkyo are widely recognised as the ground-breaking pioneers of this exciting art-form.
Tickets £31.50, Under 18s £26.50
COMEDY
Friday 11 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
Milton Jones: Ha!milton
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This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn’t make a song and dance about it. He has more important things to discuss. Like giraffes…and there’s a bit about tomatoes. You might know him from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo or Radio 4. Or that time he stood for the Scottish National Party, fought a hard campaign, but in the end had to respect the wishes of the people of Cardiff. A whole new show of daftness. You know it makes sense.
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Tickets £35.50
Saturday 12 October 7.30pm
From London’s West End to your doorstep, immerse yourself in the unparalleled celebration of the legendary Neil Diamond’s music with this internationally acclaimed production! Experience the sheer brilliance of Fisher Stevens, undeniably one of the BEST Neil Diamond impersonators. Go on a musical adventure like no other, revisiting over 130 million albums’ worth of classic hits like Love On The Rocks, Sweet Caroline, Forever In Blue Jeans, I’m A Believer and many more.
Tickets £29.50, Concessions £28.50
Saturday 12 October 7.45pm
STUDIO THEATRE brimstone
Brimstone are a four piece band comprising fiddle, whistle, guitar and bodhran. They bring a wealth of tunes and songs influenced by the Celtic nations and beyond. Their lively trad, contemporary and self penned jigs and reels are interspersed with gentle airs and songs. Brimstone bring fun and laughter to their music with bubbly interplay.
Tickets £16, Concessions £14
MUSIC
VARIETY
Monday 14 & Tuesday 15 October 7.30pm MAIN HOUSE
queenz: Drag me to disco!
Queenz are back with a BRAND NEW SHOW! Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime. After two trailblazing years of touring the country, a run in London’s West End, and countless 5-star reviews, Queenz has rapidly become one of the world’s most successful drag shows. Featuring more sequins and surprises than ever before, the gals are ready to drag you to the dancefloor and serve up the ultimate celebration of powerhouse popstars & dazzling disco divas.
Tickets £28.50
MUSIC TRIBUTE
Wednesday 16 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
the illegal eagles
Thursday 17 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
Over a million British Empire soldiers died in WWI, with around half still lacking known graves due to the scale of combat and conditions. Former RAF Tornado Navigator John Nichol delves into the story of the Unknown Warrior. In an emotional personal journey, John Nichol retraces the Unknown Warrior’s journey home from the battlefields of Northern France to Westminster Abbey. In this remarkable and highly emotive theatrical experience, brought to life with haunting visuals, and an arousing sound scape, the audience will be taken back to these explosive times and experience the fervour of those that have gone before us.
Tickets £29, Concessions £28 Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles make a welcome return with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. This critically acclaimed show features the best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including Hotel California, Desperado, Take It Easy, New Kid In Town, Life In The Fast Lane & many more… Tickets £37.50
TALK
Friday 18 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. His recording of Walking in the Air, from the animated film The Snowman, firmly established him as a household name. Now, after 40 years in the business, he’s looking back on a remarkable career with a one-man show, that will feature never-before-heard music, tales from the decades and for the first time, his story told in his own words.
Tickets £32, VIP £52, Super VIP £72
Tuesday 22 - Saturday 26 October 7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2.30pm
x-entricity presents Footloose the musical
City boy Ren thinks life is bad enough when he’s forced to move to a rural backwater in America. But his world comes to a standstill when he arrives at Bomont to find dancing and rock music are banned. Taking matters into his own hands, soon Ren has all hell breaking loose and the whole town on its feet.
Based on the 1980s screen sensation which took the world by storm, Footloose sizzles with spirit, fun, outstanding musical talent and incredible choreography. The rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score includes classic 80s hits, including Holding Out for a Hero, Almost Paradise, Let’s Hear It For The Boy and of course the unforgettable title track Footloose.
Everybody cut loose, and grab your tickets now for this phenomenal show! Tickets £22, Concessions £20
Saturday 19 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
The Take That Experience mark over a decade together as their most popular and recognised tribute act. Recreating the group’s acclaimed vocal performances, through stunning replica costumes and iconic dance routines, they take you on a journey through the hits like Pray, Relight My Fire, Patience, Shine, These Days, Rule the World and many more. The show also features a celebration of Robbie Williams, bringing songs such as Angels, Rock DJ and Candy to an already explosive show.
Tickets £29
Wednesday 30 October 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
Dom Joly has been off travelling the globe again. This time, he’s been looking into some of the strangest and weirdest conspiracy theories in existence.
Now, he’s set to embark on a rather unique theatre tour, where Dom will be providing a hilarious, fascinating, and slightly anarchic guide to the wacky world of conspiracies.
Tickets £27.50
Thursday 31 October 7.30pm
MAIN
Celebrating 30 years since the iconic ‘PULSE’ tour, this highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live - featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and over two hours of incredible music. The new show for 2024 includes many songs from The PULSE set, featuring tracks from The Division Bell, The Wall, Animals, The Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here. The Syd Song for 2024 is Astronomy Domine. Share the passion for Pink Floyd, in a true celebration of all things Floyd! MUSIC
Tickets £28
MAIN HOUSE
crown ballet presents a double bill: swan lake
Monday 28 October 7.30pm
The nutcracker
Tuesday 29 October 7.30pm
Crown Ballet returns to enchant you with two delightful productions...
Swan Lake is one of Tchaikovsky’s best works, featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music. It is the compelling legend of a tragic romance in which a princess, Odette, is turned into a swan by an evil curse.
The Nutcracker is a charming fairy tale and one of the jewels of Tchaikovsky’s repertoire. Prepare to enter a magical new world – the nutcracker in this ballet may be a handsome prince in disguise.
Both wonderful evenings out creating memories you will cherish long after the final curtain falls!
Tickets £31, Concessions £28, Under 16’s £25
“About the power of music to transcend time, and about how real genius always welcomes the new”
- The Scotsman
Tue 29, Wed 30 & Thu 31 October 11am, 1pm & 3pm
NELL GWYNNE STUDIO
The egg presents midnight mole
Monday 28 October 11am
STUDIO THEATRE
TouchFreeTour 10am
William’s school report is not good. But his piano tricks are so impressive, his teachers have picked him to play at the prestigious concert for Mozart’s birthday celebrations. Trouble is, he only does tricks. Mozart, via the blues, tango and rock’n’roll (and a roll of gaffer tape). A chase through Salzburg. A moonlit haunted house. Enter Mozart, to swap genius wisdom for a glimpse of the future. Ages 6+.
“Wonderfully engaging storytelling, lovely piano playing and delightful animations” - The National Tickets £8.50
The Guardian
A heart-warming, moon-dancing adventure from the creative team behind Snow Mouse. Midnight Mole is the perfect first-time theatre experience for your littlest ones. Under the light of the silvery moon, Madame Ranevsky is playing with her night-time friends beneath her cherry trees for the very last time before she moves house, when up from his mound jumps Midnight Mole! With a nose for mysterious knick-knacks, Mole leads her on an adventure of discovery - above and below ground – opening her eyes to the wonders of the world and starting Madame Ranevsky on her new journey. With a nod to Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard, the story of Midnight Mole will excite and delight! Ages 6 months - 4 years. Tickets £5, Concessions £3 (under 18months lap seats free)
Half Term 28 October - 1 November 2024
HEREFORDSHIRE'S FAMILY FESTIVAL FUN DAY
Wednesday 30 October 2024
CIRCUS
Herefordshire’s Family Festival is back, and this year’s theme is Circus Spectacular (as voted for by you last year!) Join us for a day full of fun, with storytelling, dancing, dress-up, music and more! This year’s Family Festival will bring families together with free and low-cost activities, workshops & performances. Expect lots of inclusive events for everyone to join in with, including:
• Little Play World
• Sewing Workshops
• Face Painting
• Party Plaits
• Biscuit Decorating
• Jewelry Making
• Plus lots more to be confirmed! Fancy dress is encouraged! courtyard.org.uk/familyfestival
Wednesday 30 October 2pm
MAIN HOUSE
Orchestra of the Swan family concert: Carnival of the Animals with text by Michael Morpurgo
All events will be low cost or free, with activities throughout the day. Ticketed activities will go on sale in September, follow our Facebook page @CourtyardHereford for the latest updates.
Join us for an enchanting familyfriendly concert featuring the acclaimed Orchestra of the Swan, our Orchestra in Residence. This magical event will showcase Carnival of the Animals by French composer Camille Saint-Saëns. From the majestic lion to the graceful swan, this suite is a beloved classic that delights listeners with its vivid orchestration and playful themes. Adding to the magic, the performance will be accompanied by a collection of charming poems written by the bestselling author Michael Morpurgo, known for his captivating storytelling that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Conductor Leo Jaffrey
Narrator Matthew Sharp
COMEDY
Friday 1 November 8pm
MAIN HOUSE
Joe Pasquale has been showing off on stage for most of his life and now, after four decades of nonsense, he’s dragging out his favourite things for another airing to prove that nothing has ever been really normal. So, if you have ever asked questions like: can a vegetarian get a job as a Beefeater? If beauty is relative, why are all my relatives ugly? If an Eskimo has a house-warming party, will his igloo melt? If a nudist spilt beetroot soup in his lap, would he have a stain on his character? And why don’t chicken breasts have nipples? Then this is the show for you!
Tickets £29, Concessions £27
FAMILY
THEATRE
Friday 1 November 11.30am & 2pm
MAIN HOUSE
Join the intrepid rangers on a quest to recover the data crystal, restore power to the island and save the Dinosaurs! Stomp, Roar and Swish your tail as you’re introduced to some of the most incredible species ever to have lived on planet Earth. An unforgettable jurassic experience for all the family to enjoy. This awe-inspiring interactive stage show captivates both young and young at heart, immersing audiences in the enthralling & realistic world of Dinosaurs. You won’t want to miss this adventure of a lifetime!
Tickets £18, Family Ticket £66
“Deeply expressive, impressively virtuosic and cheekily sardonic, all in perfect measure” - Songlines
MUSIC
STUDIO THEATRE FOLK
£8OR£10 PAFRIENDS& TRONS
AD ST DB
Friday 1 November 7.45pm
firelight trio Tickets £16, Concessions £15
Firelight Trio is a mighty new group featuring Fatea instrumentalist of the year 2023 Gavin Marwick (fiddle), groovily inventive accordionist/ pianist Phil Alexander (Moishe’s Bagel), and Ruth Morris (Outlander – HBO) on the beautiful Swedish Nyckelharpa. They play European music that is evocative, inventive, wide-ranging, and endlessly exciting – a rich tapestry of lively Swedish polskas and Scottish reels, lilting French waltzes, toe-tapping klezmer, and dazzling original tunes.
THEATRE
Saturday 2 November 7.45pm
STUDIO THEATRE
Saturday 2 November 7.30pm
MAIN HOUSE
kerry Ellis: queen of the west end
Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Misérables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in musical theatre’s biggest roles, making shows her own and earning her numerous awards. Singing songs from the biggest musicals and telling stories about how she came to play roles, this is a unique opportunity to see and hear the West End’s biggest hits in a very intimate setting on a tour of the UK!
Tickets £32, VIP £52, Super VIP £77
£8OR£10 PAFRIENDS& TRONS
AD ST DB HIRE
Adapted and directed by Gavin Robertson and performed by Nicholas Collett. From the team who brought you “Bond!”, and ‘Done To Death By Jove!’
Two of Charles Dickens’ creepy tales – with a comic twist. Tales with a tingle, but also a giggle! Two yarns to chill and charm! A traveller encounters a ghostly chair, and in a deserted Edinburgh carriageworks, a tipsy reveller is spirited away by...well...spirits! Like “The Woman in Black” –but funnier, with fewer people!
Tickets £16, Concessions £15
COMEDY
Sunday 3 November 8pm
MAIN HOUSE
Jack Dee: A work in Progress
Join Jack as he warms up ahead of his brand-new UK tour! Firmly established as one of Britain’s biggest and best-loved comedy stars, Jack Dee has captured the imagination of audiences and critics with his dry humour and deadpan delivery.
‘Turns grumpiness into an art form’
- The Evening Standard
‘Top comedy gig’
- The Telegraph
£23
Family Saturdays
Free preactivity at 10.30am
THEATRE
Tuesday 12 November 7.45pm
£8OR£10 PAFRIENDS& TRONS
FAMILY
THEATRE
Saturday 9 November 11am
STUDIO THEATRE
really big pants theatre: Clare & Cory Share a Story
Join Really Big Pants on their return to The Courtyard for a glorious story of sharing, exploring, and daring, written entirely in rhyme. This interactive show encourages children to not only share their belongings and enjoy a great story, but also to explore the natural world so close to home. Can you help Clare and Cory find the class bear?! For ages 3-7
Tickets £8.50
STUDIO THEATRE
AD ST DB HIRE
Don't go into the cellar presents confessions of sweeney todd
An original one-man performance featuring an audience with the infamous Demon Barber of Fleet Street himself, Sweeney Todd! The classic penny dreadful tale is performed with gusto and swagger by Jonathan Goodwin in a show directed by Gary Archer. Don’t Go Into The Cellar! shows offer an original take on traditional Victorian and Edwardian literature - perfect for people seeking good, old-fashioned theatrical entertainment!
Tickets £15, Concessions £13
MUSIC
Saturday 30 November 7.45pm
STUDIO THEATRE FOLK
Greenmatthews presents midwinter revels
Spanning several centuries, GreenMatthews’ Midwinter Revels is a celebration of Yuletide Past guaranteed to warm the cockles of the most Scrooge-like heart. Featuring Christmas carols, winter folk songs, toe-tapping tunes and a plethora of weird and wonderful instruments, the show is brought to life with GreenMatthews’ trademark wit and humour.
Tickets £19, Concessions £16
MUSICAL
Saturday 23 November 11am - 4pm
the courtyard shop presents festive artisan market
Tuesday 12 - Saturday 16 November 7.30pm, Saturday Matinee 2.30pm AD
MAIN HOUSE THEATRE
Based on the 1997 hit film, The Full Monty, a ten-time Tony Award nominee, is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and the most highly anticipated closing number of any show. While spying on their wives at a “Girls’ Night Out,” a group of unemployed steelworkers from Buffalo sees how much they enjoy watching male strippers. Jealous, out of work and feeling emasculated, the men come up with a bold and unclothed way to make some quick cash! The Full Monty is a story full of heart. Right to the end, audiences will be wondering if these lovable misfits will really pull it off. With a raucous mix of razor-sharp humour and toe-tapping pizzazz, this heart-warming, upbeat musical comedy is a must-see!
Tickets £25, Concessions £23
Get into the holiday spirit at The Courtyard’s Festive Artisan Market! Discover a winter wonderland of local talent with stalls featuring unique creations by our community’s finest makers, artists, and businesses. Join us for a day filled with festive cheer, one-of-a-kind gifts, and the joy of supporting local artisans. To top it all off, The Courtyard’s Café Bar will be serving up some festive treats, including mulled wine and mince pies! Don’t miss this opportunity to find that perfect holiday treasure!
Are you a maker? Apply to have a stand at our market by filling out the form at: courtyard.org.uk/festivemarket
Tickets £15
This festive season join us at The Courtyard for an unforgettable evening of side-splitting comedy! Catch up with your friends, have a beer and spread some cheer with our lineup of top-notch comedians.
Friday 29 November
Friday 6 December
Saturday 7 December
Friday 13 December
Saturday 14 December
Friday 20 December
Saturday 21 December
8.30pm
THEATRE
Tuesday 17 & Wednesday 18 December 7.45pm
STUDIO THEATRE
european Arts company Presents a christmas carol
Actor John O’Connor faithfully recreates Charles Dickens’ famous performance of his best-loved story. A Christmas Carol was the first public performance Dickens gave and the effect on the public was phenomenal. This Christmas, you can experience what it was like to be in the audience! Come and enjoy a seasonal treat in the spirit of Christmas past, present and future.
Tickets £16, Concessions £14
Family Saturdays
Free preactivity at 10.30am
FAMILY
Saturday 28 December 11am & 3pm
NELL GWYNNE STUDIO
festive family rave
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than with our festive family rave! Full of bubbles, balloons and all of your favourite tunes, crimbo classics included – bring your crew and dance your way into the festive season. Dressing up is encouraged from everyone! Suitable for all ages, ear defenders for tiny people are recommended. Remember the family that raves together, stays together!
Tickets £6
Selected dates upon request
Elevate your night out! Indulge in our exclusive Hosted VIP Rooms & enjoy a night of luxury with delectable small plates and a private bottomless bar, all hosted just for you. Limited availability! £75pp
6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 December
Get the full Christmas works at one of our All-Out Christmas nights on The Courtyard Lounge. A 3 course Christmas dinner with a glass of mulled wine. Complete with crackers, mistletoe and crimbo music!
2 Courses £30, 3 Courses £35
3, 4, 11, 12, 18 & 19 December, 1pm
A classic roast turkey dinner (or veggie alternative) and Christmas pudding… what better way to get festive?
2 Courses £19.95
Christmas
6, 7, 13 & 20 December | 2 courses £19.95
Enjoy a classic Christmas roast before your pantomime visit and then continue the celebrations afterwards with...
6, 7, 13, 20 & 21 December | Free
Keep the vibe alive and party on long after the curtains fall on Panto! Join us in The Courtyard Café Bar for some live music or a DJ!
The Stage (Dick Whittington)
Wed 27 Nov 2024 - Sat 4 Jan 2025
Following rave reviews of 2023’s smash-hit, Dick Whittington, The Courtyard’s award-winning professional Christmas pantomime is back with Sleeping Beauty! Step into a fabulous fairy-tale world of magical mayhem and an enchanted slumber that only true love can remedy. Complete with marvellous musical numbers, a sensational live band, stellar sets, and a wicked spell or two, don’t miss Hereford’s dream of a pantomime – Sleeping Beauty.
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an experience to remember this festive season. Featuring all your favourite panto shenanigans live on stage, this spectacular show will be jam-packed with jolly jokes, terrific traditions, and plenty of audience participation!
NOVEMBER 2024
Wednesday 27 6pm
Thursday 28 10am 2pm
Saturday 30 2pm 7pm
Sunday 1 1pm 5pm
Tuesday 3 10am 2pm
Thursday 5 1pm 7pm
Friday 6 1pm 7pm
Saturday 7 2pm 8pm
Sunday 8 1pm 5pm
Monday 9 10am 2pm
Tuesday 10 10am 2pm
Thursday 12 1pm 6pm
Friday 13 2pm 8pm
Saturday 14 2pm 7pm
Sunday 15 1pm 5pm
Monday 16 10am 2pm
Schools £12
Tuesday 17 10am 2pm Thursday 19 10am 2pm Friday 20 1pm 8pm Saturday 21 2pm 7pm
Sunday 22 1pm 5pm
Monday 23 1pm 5pm Tuesday 24 10.30am 2.30pm
Thursday 26 1pm 5pm Friday 27 2pm 8pm
Saturday 28 2pm 7pm
Sunday 29 1pm 5pm Monday 30 1pm 5pm
Tuesday 31 1pm 5pm
JANUARY 2025
Thursday 2 2pm 6pm Friday 3 2pm 8pm
Saturday 4 2pm 7pm
(£13 after Oct half-term)
Super Save £15 - £12
£24 - £18 Adult Nights £25 - £20 (over 18’s only)
£26 - £20
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and inclusive experience that will captivate young hearts and create cherished memories. Follow the little elves as they tell the magical story of how they tried to restore the fortune of the poor Shoemaker. Will they be the Christmas miracle he so desperately needs? Find out as you join us at The Courtyard and witness this heartwarming story come to life! Bursting with charming puppetry, toe-tapping original songs, and plenty of family fun, this is a must-see production for children under 7 and their grown-ups.
The ideal first visit to the theatre, our interactive performance will have children and parents alike laughing, clapping, and fully engaged in the magic unfolding before them. So gather your little ones and go on a heartwarming adventure with The Elves and The Shoemaker. Book your tickets now and let the joy, wonder, and festive spirit sweep you away into a world of Christmas enchantment.
Tickets £11.50 | Concessions £10.50
School & Nursery groups £10
*Courtyard Family Saturdays include a free pre-activity from 10.30am
Sat 7 11am* 1pm 3pm
Sun 8 12.30pm 2.30pm 4.30pm
Mon 9 9.30am 1.45pm
Tue 10 9.30am 1.45pm
Thu 12 9.30am 1.45pm
Fri 13 9.30am 1.45pm
Sat 14 11am* 1pm 3pm
Sun 15 11.30am 2.30pm 4.30pm
Mon 16 9.30am 1.45pm
Tue 17 9.30am 1.45pm
Thu 19 9.30am 1.45pm
Fri 20 9.30am 1.45pm
Sat 21 11am* 1pm 3pm Sun 22 12.30pm 2.30pm 4.30pm Mon 23 12.30pm 2.30pm 4.30pm
Tue 24 10am 12pm 2pm
Sunday 15 December 11.30am
The Relaxed Performance is open to everyone but may benefit individuals with autism spectrum conditions, learning difficulties or sensory and communication difficulties. The aim is to retain all the magic of the theatre experience but in a more relaxed environment through sensitive changes to the performance. We keep the lights on low, the audience is welcome to move around and are not expected to be quiet, a Social Story is provided beforehand and a quiet, sensory room is available if a break from the show is needed.
VISUAL ARTS
Friday 13 September - Sunday 6 October
GALLERY
Philip Huckin has exhibited widely in English and Welsh galleries. Central to his work is the Ceredigion landscape, the mountains, hills and coastline, which are a constant source of inspiration. Here natural and man-made boundaries define the landscape: the field lines, trees, hedgerows and banks; the river valleys cutting and winding their way through the landscape; the boundary between the uplands and pastoral landscape below; and the farmsteads, settlements and ruins that point to Ceredigion’s deep historical and cultural past.
Friday 11 October - Sunday 3 November
GALLERY
life VISUAL ARTS
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to witness the incredible talents of local artists and recent graduates at the Craft Life exhibition. This month-long event will showcase some of the best work from the life drawing artists who gather every Thursday morning at The Courtyard, as well as the talented graduates from the Contemporary Design Crafts, Jewellery and Textiles BA Hons Degree course at HCA. Come and explore the beautiful pieces on display, and support the local creative community.
VISUAL ARTS
Saturday 9 November - Sunday 12 January
GALLERY
Elizabeth Terzza’s exhibition will showcase large abstract paintings and unique handcrafted jewellery inspired by your stories. Trees hold our memories and connections to special moments. Share your tree stories, whether from your youth or a favorite peaceful spot, to influence her art. Your stories will shape her art and she’ll be creating jewellery and paintings in response to each of your tales. Reach out and share your tree stories to be part of this special exhibition: hello@elizabethterzza.com
Sat 31 Aug, 2pm
Sat 7 Sep, 2pm
André Rieu's Maastricht Concert: power of love
Wed 11 Dec 7pm
Wed 18 Dec, 2.30pm
André Rieu: Gold & Silver (on sale 30 Aug)
Check the website for the latest Live Screening announcements from...
Tickets £16
Tue 10 Sep, 6.30pm THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO (Opera)
Tickets £18 Concessions £16 Buy tickets for 4 or more ROH Screenings for £14 each.
Tue 15 Oct, 7.15pm ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND (Ballet)
Sat 26 Oct, 5.15pm Wolf Witch Giant Fairy (Opera)
Tue 10 Dec, 7.15pm Cinderella (ballet)
Tue 17 Dec, 7.15pm The Nutcracker (ballet)
Wed 15 Jan, 6.45pm (Time TBC) THE TALES OF HOFFMAN (Opera)
Thu 27 Feb, 7.15pm (Time TBC) Swan Lake (ballet)
Tue 25 March, 7.15pm Romeo & Juliet (ballet)
Tue 1 April, 7.15pm Puccini's Turandot (Opera)
Wed 14 May, 5.15pm (Time TBC) Wagner's Die Walkure (Opera)
Thu 22 May, 7.15pm BALLET TO BROADWAY (Ballet)
Weekly Youth Theatre sessions during term-time for ages 4-21. At The Courtyard, Bromyard Conquest, Phoenix Theatre Ross-on-Wye and now at Ledbury Market Theatre.
youth groups, centred around mental health. Available both in-person and online.
We offer bursaries for Youth Theatre sessions and selected holiday workshops. For more information contact: takepart@courtyard.org.uk
To find out more visit courtyard.org.uk/arts-award
Dance Blast
Mondays 10.45am £7
Garrick Singers
Mondays 2pm £7 (over 50’s)
Playing Together Tuesdays 10.30am £5 (intergenerational)
Let’s Tap Wednesdays 10am £7
Film Making Club
Chance To Dance (50+)
Fridays 10.15am £7
Wednesdays 6pm £82 per term
Dancing Tots Fridays 11.30am £6.50
Writing Room Extra
Reading Room Tuesdays 10.30am £65 per term
Mondays 3pm £110 per term The Acting Circle Tuesdays 7.30pm £7.50
Writing Room
Mondays 6.30pm £90 per term
Veterans Choir Wednesdays 10am Free
Life Drawing Thursdays 10am £10
Boogie With Baby Thursdays 2pm £6.50
Playwork Sessions Fridays 6pm £65 per term
Twinkling Stars Saturdays 10am £6.50, Siblings £3
Did you know that over a 1/4 million people in the UK need Changing Places Toilets to enable them to get out and about and enjoy the day-to-day activities which many of us take for granted. Herefordshire was one of six regional councils to be awarded money by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities to install Changing Places Toilets (CPTs). This funding has enabled three CPT’s to be built and fitted with specialist equipment here at The Courtyard, at Aspire Living’s community hub and at Maylord Orchards shopping centre.
There are now over 2,300 registered Changings Places in the UK, and we are proud to be one of them, making our venue much more inclusive. The facility will be open from 8am-10pm MondaySaturday to those with a radar key. A radar key can also be obtained from Box Office during opening hours. For more information please visit changing-places.org
In February 2024, we opened a Changing Places Facility at The Courtyard, located opposite the rear entrance. CPT’s have much larger care spaces, with toilets that are equipped with specialist healthcare equipment, including a height adjustable changing bench, a peninsular toilet and a celling hoist, to allow them to use the toilet in safety, comfort and with dignity.
courtyard.org.uk/donate
We want to bring vibrant energy to The Courtyard with 140 sleek, eco-friendly LED lights with endless possibilities for creative lighting design. From soft hues to bold colours in all three of our performance spaces, we hope to raise the necessary funds for installation in August 2025.
Converting to LEDs will slash our electricity usage by 90% across the performance spaces, cutting our carbon footprint by 9,000kg yearly. The financial savings mean more resources for our community education and outreach programme. We’ve been on a mission to go green for the past decade - championing initiatives from recycling to solar PV panels on our roof - to move closer to our net zero emissions goal by 2035. Your donation isn’t just a contribution; it’s an investment in a brighter, greener future for our community and beyond. Together, let’s light up The Courtyard and our world with possibility.
We invite you to join us by donating £25 or more to the appeal to reach our £25,000 target. You can also support with the purchase of a light from our shopping list here:
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Courtyard Gift Vouchers make the ultimate present for theatre or cinema fans. You can buy them in person, or online and get them emailed straight to their inbox on the day of your choice!
Spaces are available both in the Main House and the Studio with a free seat for an essential companion or personal assistant.
Footloose (p.23)
Saturday 26 October 2.30pm
The Full Monty (p.31)
Saturday 16 November 2.30pm
Sleeping Beauty (p.43)
Saturday 14 December 2pm
Audio Description begins before the show, so please take your seats 15 minutes before the advertised time.
include £1.75 for postage and a £2 transaction fee where appropriate.
This optional extra will protect you against cancellation resulting from accidents, travel disruption and unexpected illnesses, or other specified unforeseen circumstances. courtyard.org.uk/ticketplan
There is a £2 transaction fee on all orders purchased online, in-person and over the phone. Members are exempt. Excludes Film & Workshops.
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