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HIGHLIGHTS THIS SEASON SANTA CLAUS AND THE MAGICAL CHRISTMAS JOURNEY STEPHEN K AMOS MACBETH NICK SHARRATT’S BIG DRAW-A-LONG THE BOOTLEG BEATLES
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SAT 4 NOVEMBER 7.30PM MND Association Charity Concert
MAKE NOW DIFFERENT
Make Now Different is an evening of entertainment in aid of the MND Association North Wiltshire Group. The evening will bring together local performers of all ages including The Songbirds, The Noteables and Julie Scott’s Academy. All money raised will go directly to helping Make Now Different for local people with Motor Neurone Disease. TICKETS £14.00 CONCESSIONS £3.00 off
WED 8 – SAT 11 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
Western Players present
THE VENETIAN TWINS
by Goldoni (translation by Ranjit Bolt) Twins separated at birth turn up in Verona, one for an arranged marriage and the other to meet a girl who has run away from her family for him. Mistaken identities, marriage-trading and outrageous deceptions duly result in chaos. Tickets also available from boxoffice@westernplayers.co.uk or call 07575 711522 or visit ‘WeGotTickets’ TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
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16+
MARK THOMAS
A Show That Gambles On The Future Mark Thomas sets out to discover what the future has in store for us by collecting and examining his own predictions and those of his audiences before gambling on their outcome. By making futurologists of us all, he will create a fantastical, hilarious and possibly accurate vision of the world. And maybe even make a few quid on the side. A BOTTLE OF SOL AND A CARTON OF SAHARA NUTS FOR
£5
TICKETS £18.50 CONCESSIONS £4.00 off
THU 16 NOVEMBER 8PM
16+
STEPHEN K AMOS
Bread and Circuses Brexit. Trump. No more Mary Berry on the Great British Bake Off. Things are looking bleak, so wouldn’t it be better to just forget all about it? Comic maestro Stephen K Amos might not be able to provide bread to the hungry masses, but no one else is going to put on a better circus. ‘A note perfect hour’ Metro TICKETS £20.00
SAT 18 – SUN 19 NOVEMBER SAT 7PM, SUN 6PM
TANWOOD YOUTH THEATRE
in Concert
A concert of musical theatre and drama performances from the TNWD students and guests. TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
TUE 21 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
DANIEL SLOSS NOW
NOW is the stunning new show from Scotland’s internationally acclaimed and award-winning stand-up. Star of TV’s Conan (a record seven appearances), to-date Daniel Sloss has performed nine sell-out Edinburgh Fringe’s, two solo offBroadway seasons, released a DVD, given a ‘TedX’ Talk (aged 19) and tours extensively to rave reviews throughout Australasia, USA, UK and Europe. NOW, what’s next…?
TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £1.50 off
AUSTENTATIOUS
FRI 3 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
LAST FEW SEATS REMAINING
Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.
BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk FRI 24 NOVEMBER 8PM
JONGLEURS Comedy On The Road A BOTTLE OF SOL AND A CARTON OF SAHARA NUTS FOR
£5
With over 30 years’ experience of running clubs and shows, Jongleurs has helped launch the careers of some of our biggest comedy stars. Now, in our Jongleurs On The Road show, we proudly present four of the brightest and funniest acts on the current UK comedy circuit in an evening of live comedy at its best. TICKETS £14.50
SAT 25 NOVEMBER 8PM
RUBY CONFUE With support from George Wilding Ruby Confue is an Urban Jazz singer originally from Swindon, now based in London. As well as jazz, her music incorporates elements of hip hop, spoken word, R&B, funk and soul. Supporting Ruby at the Arts Centre will be George Wilding, a singer/guitarist from Avebury. His first single My Backwards Head was regularly played on Radio 2 and he is currently promoting his latest EP Lunatic. TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
SUN 26 NOVEMBER 6PM
GEMMA SHORT SCHOOL OF DANCE & THEATRE ARTS Students of the Gemma Short School of Dance & Theatre Arts present a fantastic showcase of Musical Theatre & Drama. TICKETS £14.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
MON 27 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
BUSWELL – LIVE ALBUM LAUNCH
Special Guests Charlie Bath + Sun & The Rain Men Shaun Buswell returns to Swindon after his recent Orchestra Challenges to release his album Stitched Shoes & An Irish Wristwatch through Secret Chord Records. He will attempt to perform the entire album live for the first time with nearly 20 musicians, playing 144 different parts in 45 minutes. TICKETS £11.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk TUE 28 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
MR DARCY LOSES THE PLOT Jane Austen is dreaming up Darcy, a proud, lip-curling 10+ handsome creation in very tight pants. But then a door squeaks, a visitor approaches and Jane hastily hides her work. Mr Darcy is left dangling. Left to his own devices he embroiders his own storyline while his creator stitches her quilt. ‘An absolute joy from start to finish’ North West End TICKETS £16.50
THU 30 NOVEMBER – SAT 2 DECEMBER 7PM, SAT MAT 2PM
A SPOOKY CHRISTMAS A Geoff Marsh Pantomime
What do monsters do for Christmas? Following last year’s smash hit panto The Princess and The Dragon, Geoff Marsh and his crazy gang are back with an all-new fun-filled panto set in a haunted castle. With monsters, ghosts and villains galore. A show not to be missed. TICKETS £14.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off a yummy box, YUMMYcontainingPre-order a Fruit Shoot, cheese BOX or ham roll, box of raisins and a THE LITTLE MATCH GIRL packet of crisps, for just £4.25
SUN 3 DECEMBER 2PM
A warming tale for winter by The Last Baguette Theatre Company. Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale. London, Christmas Eve. A little girl struggles through the snow. In an attempt to stay warm she strikes a match… In this magic, humorous and poignant show, The Last Baguette use visual storytelling and live music to shine a light on this classic winter tale. TICKETS £12.50 FAMILY OFFER 4 Tickets £40.00 FRIENDS & FOSAC £2.50 off
TUE 5 DECEMBER 7.30PM
A CHRISTMAS CAROL By Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol was the first public reading that Charles Dickens gave and it was also his last. Following last year’s sell-out show, European Arts Company returns with their dynamic and moving recreation of Dickens’ best-loved story. Come and enjoy a seasonal treat in the spirit of Christmas past, present and future. TICKETS £17.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FOSAC £2.50 off SCHOOLS £10.00 per ticket £1.00 from each ticket goes to Barnardos
Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.
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SWINDON RECITAL SERIES SAT 9 DECEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £13.50 STUDENTS £3.50 Accompanied children (14 and under) free.
THE ‘COMPLETE’ HEROINE
SPECIAL OFFER
CAKE & COFFEE
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Clare McCaldin mezzo soprano Paul Turner piano An eclectic programme extolling the virtues and compelling stories of the Heroine, with dramatic entrances and quirky humour. Ophelia, Mignon, the Blessed Virgin and Lady Macbeth are all ready for their close up…. SUN 10 DECEMBER 4.30PM
HOT STEPPERS Hot Steppers dance group is a fun and energetic company. A mixture of dance styles from jazz, rock, contemporary, ballet, lyrical, hip hop, street dance and of course some added Christmas cheer. Performing to old and new songs for all the family to enjoy, each and every dancer has their moment to shine. TICKETS £13.50 CONCESSIONS £2.50 off
WED 24 – SAT 27 JANUARY 7.30PM
The Phoenix Players present
THE LADYKILLERS
Tickets also available from Pauline on 07517 698083 or e-mail bookings@phoenix-players.com
by Graham Linehan Criminal mastermind, Professor Marcus, and his gang of oddball villains posing as musicians, meet their match when they take up residence in the top floor room of Mrs Wilberforce’s dilapidated house. A convenient location to plan their heist, they figure their sweet-natured old landlady will be easily hoodwinked. Or will she? TICKETS £11.00 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off
THU 1 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
HURRICANE MICHAEL
October 1987, the absent father of all storms is about to vent apocalyptic fury upon the south-east corner of the Kingdom of United. Why did critically acclaimed titan of meteorology, Michael Fish, foresee its arrival, but choose to tell a different story? Welcome to this world exclusive. Includes post-show Q & A with Michael Fish-the real one! ‘It’s brilliantly written, beautifully acted and very silly. It blew me away!’ Alistair McGowan TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off
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BILAL ZAFAR Biscuit Join 2016 Best Newcomer nominee and Hackney Empire New Act of the Year winner of the same year as he explores the fascinating world of online dating and finding love on social media in increasingly confusing times. He has appeared on Channel 4, BBC Three, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio 5 Live, BBC Asian Network, and has written for The Independent. TICKETS £14.50
SAT 3 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
ELLIE TAYLOR This Guy Following a sell-out Edinburgh Festival season and autumn tour, the star of BBC’s Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week and The John Bishop Show, Channel 4’s 8 Out Of 10 Cats, and BBC Radio 4’s The Now Show make her way to Swindon for this unmissable new stand-up show discussing whether or not she should breed. ‘Radiates charisma...blessed with great flair’ Guardian TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
TUE 6 FEBRUARY 1.30PM & 7.30PM
BEYOND MY CONTROL Science meets theatre in this interactive modelling performance about epilepsy, excitability and all things neurological, which forms part of the University of Exeter’s world class research. Audience members will be invited to offer feedback and the chance to interact with the performance, as we explore just how much control we have over our brains. TICKETS £13.00 SCHOOLS £6.00
FRI 9 FEBRUARY 8PM
TOM ALLEN Absolutely
14+
As seen on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Live at the Apollo, The Great British Bake Off’s Extra Slice, The John Bishop Show, Virtually Famous, Channel 4’s Comedy Gala at the O2 and heard on Radio 4’s Just a Minute. In the last year Tom has supported Sarah Millican around the world, sold out his Edinburgh and London runs and even passed his driving test! TICKETS £16.50
Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.
THU 14 – SUN 24 DECEMBER It’s Christmas Eve, and Santa Claus is flying high above the clouds delivering presents to all the good boys and girls around the world. Hiding in the back are two naughty elves Charlie and Kara who have snuck on-board for the ride…! From Paul Holman Associates by arrangement with the producers of last year’s record breaking production, this brand-new adventure filled with songs, nursery rhymes and magic promises to be the Christmas treat you won’t want to miss. A truly unforgettable experience which includes the magical moment when snowflakes fall over the audience – a guaranteed white Christmas at every show! TICKETS £14.00 – £17.00 CHILDREN £1.00 off FAMILY OFFER 4 TICKETS Thu 14 – Fri 15 Dec £50.00 FAMILY OFFER 4 TICKETS Sat 16 – Sun 24 Dec £52.00 FRIENDS & FOSAC £3.00 off on 14 & 15 Dec SCHOOLS £11.00 plus every 11th ticket free
THU 14 DEC FRI 15 DEC SAT 16 DEC
10am & 2pm 2pm & 4pm 11.30am, 2pm & 4pm
SUN 17 DEC
11.30am, 2pm & 4pm
MON 18 DEC
No performances
TUE 19 DEC WED 20 DEC
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10am, 11.30am & 2pm 11.30am, 2pm & 4pm
THU 21 DEC
11.30am, 2pm & 4pm
FRI 22 DEC
10am, 11.30am, 2pm & 4pm
SAT 23 DEC
10am, 11.30am, 2pm & 4pm
SUN 24 DEC
10am, 11.30am, 2pm & 4pm
Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.
BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk SAT 10 FEBRUARY 8PM
AHIR SHAH Control
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£5
Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee for Best Show, Ahir Shah explores the current global socio-political turmoil in a show about freedom, fascism, history, hope, and resistance. Ahir’s last show enjoyed packed runs at the Edinburgh Fringe, the Soho Theatre, and a national tour. ‘One of his generation’s most eloquent comic voices’ HHHH Telegraph TICKETS £14.50
WED 14 – SAT 17 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
TEN IN A BAR Let’s Celebrate In their anniversary show Ten in a Bar celebrate 25 years of singing together. Renowned for mixing both classical and popular music, plus adding their own pinch of comedy and interpretations, the close harmony singing group present a premier selection of songs, and a return of the comedy sketch set in an A&E hospital – all to the music of Les Misérables! TICKETS £14.00 Tickets also available on 01793 881798
SUN 18 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
SALOS Invites You To BE OUR GUEST Featuring music from Aladdin, Beauty And The Beast, Lion King, Mary Poppins and more. TICKETS £9.00 To book tickets call 07717 774223
THU 22 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
NO FINER LIFE By Graham Harvey
The Archers’ Graham Harvey brings to the stage the true tale of an unlikely Cotswold hero and an enduring romance. The show features new live music performed by award winning composer, Alastair Collingwood, composer of numerous TV and West End scores, and directed by James Le Lacheur, who has recently spent a year in London’s West End in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
TICKETS £17.50
BEAT THE QUEUES
Interval drinks and snacks are available to pre-order when you arrive, including a selection of sweets, chocolate, Sahara Nuts, Snaffling Pig Pork Scratchings and Pringles.
BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk FRI 23 FEBRUARY 8PM
JOHN ROBINS The Darkness of Robins
16+
The stand-up, vibe magnet and London’s saddest DJ™ would love to promise The Darkness of Robins won’t be an hour-long yell of a show, but he can’t. He’ll shout, snarl and sneer in his attempts to grapple with life’s fall-outs in what promises to be a pivotal moment in his being. Powerful, angst-ridden comedy at its finest, this is a must-see from one of the UK’s brightest talents. TICKETS £17.00
SAT 24 FEBRUARY 8PM
16+
LUCY PORTER Choose Your Battles
In these combative times, it’s easy to be irritated, offended or downright enraged by other people. How do we know which causes are worth fighting for? Lucy Porter uses her hilarious experiences to help you decide. Recent TV and radio appearances include: QI, Insert Name Here, Alan Davies’ As Yet Untitled, Room 101, News Quiz, The Now Show. TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
SWINDON RECITAL SERIES SUN 25 FEBRUARY 3.30PM & 7.30PM
TICKETS for individual concerts (3.30 or 7.30) £16.00 CONCESSIONS £13.50 STUDENTS £3.50, accompanied children (14 and under) free. DISCOUNT on tickets for both performances CONCESSIONS £23.50
SPECIAL OFFER
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THE COMPLETE BEETHOVEN WORKS FOR CELLO & PIANO Julian Metzger cello Paul Turner piano An exclusive opportunity to hear Beethoven’s entire output for cello and piano in one day. The five sonatas and three sets of variations will be played over two concerts in order of composition, exploring Beethoven’s musical development. MON 26 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
Our Life
LLOYD & ROSE BUCK With Birds
It’s not often you see birds on stage in a theatre and even more rare to see one flying over the audience. But Our Life With Birds promises to give audiences a rare opportunity to meet Golden Eagles, Peregrine Falcons, hawks, owls, starlings and many more – all raised and trained with the utmost loving care by bird handlers Lloyd and Rose Buck. TICKETS £17.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FAMILY OFFER 4 Tickets £58.00
Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.
BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk THU 1 – FRI 2 MARCH 7.30PM, FRI MAT 1PM
MACBETH Performed by two actors
12+
Something wicked this way comes… The multi-award winning creators of UNMYTHABLE and NORSESOME take on their greatest challenge yet: all the drama, intrigue and madness of Macbeth in 80 high-octane minutes; more than 20 characters brilliantly and boldly brought to life by just two actors. TICKETS £17.50 CONCESSIONS £3.00 off SCHOOLS & STUDENTS £5.00 off
SAT 3 MARCH 8PM
14+
IAIN STIRLING
A BOTTLE OF SOL AND A CARTON OF SAHARA NUTS FOR
U OK HUN X BAFTA-winning comedian Iain Stirling is back after a summer narrating smash hit Love Island (ITV2). Join the ‘star of comedy’ (The i) as he explores dinner party etiquette, feminism and the pressures on a generation brought up in a world of instant gratification. How has modern living affected our ability to find long term happiness? Can social media ever reflect real life? And why is the floor lava?
£5
TICKETS £14.50
WED 7 – SAT 10 MARCH 7.30PM
Western Players present
BEDROOM FARCE
Tickets also available from boxoffice@westernplayers.co.uk or call 07575 711522 or visit ‘WeGotTickets’
by Alan Ayckbourn One of Alan Ayckbourn’s most acclaimed plays. Trevor and Susannah, whose marriage is on the rocks, inflict their miseries on their nearest and dearest; three couples whose own relationships are tenuous at best. Beds, tempers and domestic order are ruffled, leading all the players to a hilariously touching epiphany. TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
SUN 18 MARCH 7.30PM
HARDEEP SINGH KOHLI
Alternative, Fact. The Radio 4 favourite, BAFTA winner and regular on BBC’s Question Time, This Week and Daily Politics tours a brand-new show following its critically acclaimed run performed to packed houses at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Join Hardeep as he gives his unique take on the political climate combined with his trademark ‘quick witted patter’ The Skinny. TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
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SUN 11 MARCH 8PM
PHILL JUPITUS Juplicity
Join stand-up comedian, poet, improviser, and TV stalwart Phill Jupitus for over an hour of tales, laughs and diversions. Watch in delight and/or horror as this experienced funny man drags laughs out of the chaos of his own life and the uncertain world that surrounds it. Adult themes and situations, but delivered childishly.
£5
14+
TICKETS £17.50
TUE 13 MARCH 7.30PM
New Old Friends present
CRIMES UNDER THE SUN
Award-winning theatre company New Old Friends present Crimes Under The Sun. Inspired by Agatha Christie, 39 Steps and film noir, welcome to an hilarious yet murderous trip to a classic English Riviera retreat. The show features the company’s trademark of just four actors playing multiple outrageous characters, and a plot that races along in a romp. TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off A BOTTLE OF SOL AND A CARTON OF SAHARA NUTS FOR
£5
THU 15 MARCH 8PM
The Happy
ANDREW LAWRENCE Accident Tour
Star of BBC1’s Live at The Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow, Dave’s One Night Stand and Sky Arts’ The Outcast Comic, as well as the hugely successful self-penned BBC Radio 4 series, There Is No Escape. Without question the most subversive voice in UK comedy right now presents an all new, riotously funny set of jokes, poking fun at Liberal pretentions, PC hysteria and his own awful parenting skills. TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
SAT 17 – SAT 24 MARCH
SWINDON MUSIC FESTIVAL The 2018 Swindon Music Festival provides a platform for amateur performance in all fields of music for all ages through competition. For details of classes and full price list visit www.swindonmusicfestival.co.uk or telephone Yvonne Walker on 07710 243302. TICKETS £2.00 for daily sessions, from £3.00 for evening sessions
Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.
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CARL HUTCHINSON LIVE! A BOTTLE OF SOL AND A CARTON OF SAHARA NUTS FOR
£5
From tales of pulling sickies as a teacher to his family upbringing and wrestling with his favourite vices, this new show is easily the most brutally honest and hilariously selfdeprecating outing for this Geordie comedian. Chris Ramsey’s tour support and as seen on Comedy Central’s Stand Up Central & The Chris Ramsey show. ‘An absolute must… the next big thing!’ The Skinny TICKETS £14.50
SAT 31 MARCH 7.30PM
CRAIG MORRIS
An Evening of Mediumship Craig invites you to join him and be in the presence of loved ones as they walk that bridge of light to share their messages of hope and excitement from the other side. This tour is also about learning to ‘embrace who you’ve got, what you’ve got, whilst you’ve got them because you simply don’t know what’s around the corner.’ Any demonstration of mediumship is an experiment and results are not guaranteed. TICKETS £13.00
THU 5 APRIL 8PM
ELEANOR CONWAY Walk Of Shame
Ferocious clubber and party girl Eleanor Conway has always been a woman of extremes; she partied around the world as a music journalist, ran off to Asia to work for the triads, made hardcore porn and Tinder’d her way through most of London… Walk of Shame is a critically-acclaimed debut show about sex, sobriety and the modern addict that lies within us all. TICKETS £14.50
FRI 6 APRIL 7.30PM
HENRY BLOFELD 78 Retired
BUY 2 BOTTLES OF IPA FOR £8
Henry ‘My Dear Old Thing’ Blofeld is one of Britain’s most loved and recognisable broadcasters. To celebrate his retirement, Blowers is touring a show jampacked full of unheard anecdotes from on and off the pitch, as well as stories from the TMS box not allowed on the radio! Don’t miss the chance to wave a bat in honour to the cherished golden voice of cricket. TICKETS £22.50
Our standard group discounts are available wherever you see the star symbol
GROUPS GROUPS 8 – 19 £2.00 off a ticket GROUPS 20 – 39 £2.50 off a ticket + group organiser goes free GROUPS 40+ £3.00 off a ticket + group organiser goes free
EASTER TREAT MON 9 APRIL 2PM
NICK SHARRATT’S BIG DRAW ALONG Join this much-loved children’s writer and illustrator in a family-friendly, fun filled draw-along for all ages. Nick’s best-selling picture books include You Choose, Shark in the Park and Pants. He’s also the illustrator of Jacqueline Wilson’s phenomenally popular children’s novels. Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on. TICKETS £14.50 CHILDREN £1.00 off FAMILY OFFER 4 Tickets £52.00 PHOTO CREDIT: JON PARKER ILLUSTRATIONS: © NICK SHARRATT
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WED 11 APRIL 8PM
THE BOB DYLAN STORY
Supported by a top backing band, and using carefully selected visual projections, The Bob Dylan Story takes its audience back to the 1960s, with superbly authentic renditions of timeless songs like Blowin’ In The Wind, Mr Tambourine Man, Like A Rolling Stone, All Along The Watchtower, Lay Lady Lay, Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door and many more. TICKETS £20.50
THU 12 APRIL 8PM
ROBIN INCE Pragmatic Insanity
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Robin’s first new stand-up show in three years is a clash of the two cultures, a joyous romp through his favourite artists and strangest scientific ideas. From the work of Stanley Spencer to Niels Bohr, it is 90 minutes fizzing with ideas about creativity in science and art, as well as asking why we believe we see what we see and why we believe what we believe.
£5
TICKETS £17.50
14+
DALISO CHAPONDA FRI 13 APRIL
LAST FEW SEATS REMAINING
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THE BOOTLEG SHADOWS The Shadows became the world’s most successful instrumental group with 35 hits (not counting another 33 hits with Cliff Richard), more than any other British group. For anyone who loves the sounds of the 60s – and enjoys a few laughs on the way – The Bootleg Shadows perform an BUY 2 BOTTLES unmissable tribute. OF IPA FOR £8
TICKETS £21.50 CONCESSIONS £1.50 off Tickets from the Ticket Office or the Society on 01793 337906
TUE 17 – SAT 21 APRIL 7.30PM, SAT MAT 2.30PM
Presented by The Swindon Gilbert & Sullivan Society
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Swindon’s Gilbert & Sullivan Society’s production of the hugely popular The Pirates of Penzance is a tale of idiotic policemen, posh pirates and a Major General with a ridiculous number of daughters. Full of great tunes and a plot that twists and turns, this is a great way to celebrate the Society’s 50th Anniversary. TICKETS Tue Eve & Sat Mat £11.00 UNDER 16s £7.00 STUDENTS £8.50 Wed – Sat Eve £15.00 UNDER 16s £8.00 STUDENTS £10.00
WED 25 – SAT 28 APRIL 7.30PM
The Phoenix Players present
by Peter
THE ACCRINGTON PALS Whelan
Tickets also available from Pauline on 07517 698083 or e-mail bookings@phoenix-players.com
The Phoenix Players are producing this play to commemorate the centenary of the end of the 1914-18 Great War. The Accrington Pals is a play about this World War – sad, of course, but also lyrical, funny, romantic, political and philosophical. The play embraces love stories, politics, the class system, the position of women and the stupidity of the war. TICKETS £11.00 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off
SUN 29 APRIL 8PM
Cormac De Barra See You Again Tour A very special evening with award-winning singer-songwriter Hazel O’Connor, performing here in a captivating acoustic line-up with Cormac de Barra on Irish Harp, her musical partner for some 15 years. The combination of de Barra’s harp with Hazel’s unforgettable voice is truly magical, BUY TWO melding Hazel’s heartfelt lyrics with the musicianship LARGE GLASSES of Cormac in a stirring musical marriage. OF HOUSE WINE,
HAZEL O’CONNOR
TICKETS £21.00 PLEASE NOTE: No support act.
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