SWINDON
ARTS CENTRE
WINTER 2018 / SPRING 20
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HIGHLIGHTS THIS SEASON
FATHER CHRISTMAS NEEDS A WEE LUCY PORTER ANN WIDDECOMBE TWEEDY THE CLOWN THE OPERA BOYS
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8+
ALI COOK Principles of Deception
Star of the West End magic spectacular Impossible, Penn & Teller: Fool Us (ITV1), Dirty Tricks (Ch4), Monkey Magic (Five), Psychic Secrets (Five) and the Jerry@Trick show with Jerry Sadowitz (Five). Ali Cook returns with his own brand of awe-inspiring magic and off-beat comedy. Expect to be genuinely amazed. ’The Show is Perfection’ ★★★★★ Broadway Baby TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
SAT 3 NOVEMBER 8PM
SIMON EVANS Genius
14+
Ever since he was a small boy, all Evans really wanted was to be recognised by the world as a man of genius. The world seems increasingly indifferent to true genius of any kind, let alone Evans’. Endlessly distracted by the trivial, we allow the classical tools of grammar, logic and rhetoric to lie unregarded in the shed of consciousness, rusting to a picturesque hue that would actually look really great on Instagram. But which filter? Hmmm... TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
SUN 4 NOVEMBER 8PM
LARRY DEAN Bampot Fresh from a sell-out international tour and smash-hit Live at the Apollo debut, Larry Dean has a new hour of ‘unexpected and excellent’ ★★★★ (The Times) thoughts on Scottishness, sodomites and self-esteem. As seen on Comedy Central at the Comedy Store and Roast Battle. ‘One of the most honest, moving and incredibly funny sets I’ve seen in a very long time.’★★★★★ (The Herald). Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee 2018. TICKETS £12.50
THU 8 NOVEMBER 8PM
STEPHEN K AMOS
16+
Bouquets and Brickbats
A BOTTLE OF SOL AND A CARTON OF SAHARA NUTS FOR
Highly acclaimed stand-up comedian Stephen K Amos is back from his world tour and hits the road this Autumn with his brand-new show. As seen on QI, Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, and heard on BBC Radio 4. TICKETS £20.00
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FRI 9 NOVEMBER 8PM
THE THINKING DRINKERS
18+
Pub Crawl
The Thinking Drinkers are back with a brand-new, hilarious, intoxicating bar-hop through history. Enjoy five free drinks as the award-winning experts take you from the symposiums of Ancient Greece to the classic British boozer via Wild West saloons, Victorian gin palaces and the secret Speakeasy. You’ll learn a lot, you’ll laugh a lot and, don’t forget, you get five free drinks. TICKETS £17.50
SAT 10 NOVEMBER 8PM
AYESHA HAZARIKA
2 SWEET POUCHES FOR £5
Girl On Girl: The Fight for Feminism
Phew! After Weinstein and #MeToo, women of the world have finally united...for a good old-fashioned bitch fight. Award-winning comedian, political adviser and star of BBC R4’s News Quiz, Matt Forde’s Unspun and The Guilty Feminist Podcast, Ayesha asks – are sisters doing it for themselves? ★★★★ The Scotsman ★★★★ Funny Women TICKETS £15.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk WED 14 – SAT 17 NOVEMBER 7.30PM Western Players present
LORD ARTHUR SAVILE’S CRIME By Constance Cox, adapted from a short story by Oscar Wilde
Lord Arthur Savile is to be married. His fiancé’s mother arranges a palm reading to assess his character. He is told he will commit a murder, so he decides to get the deed over and done with before his wedding by bumping off one of his many elderly relatives. TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Tickets also available from boxoffice@westernplayers.co.uk or call 07575 711522 or visit We Got Tickets
MON 19 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
FALLEN ANGELS By Noel Coward Two 1920s housewives are left to their own devices whilst their husbands go golfing. What are they to do to amuse themselves? Discuss current affairs, sip Champagne, conspire to commit adultery? TS Theatre Productions, better known for staging contemporary performances, take on Noel Coward at his witty best in Fallen Angels. TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £11.00
THU 22 NOVEMBER 8PM
GRAHAM FELLOWS
Completely Out Of Character Graham Fellows has performed as the character John Shuttleworth for over 25 years on stage, TV and radio, delighting audiences with his songs and quirky take on everyday life. Now Graham, minus purple leather jacket and fawn slacks (but fully clothed!), steps out from behind the keyboard to plug in his guitar and sing his own songs: revelatory, humorous and quirky still, sometimes sad. TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
SAT 24 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
ROB RICHINGS Lately I’ve Been Wondering
Rob Richings returns to Swindon with a headline show featuring songs from his new EP Lately I’ve Been Wondering. Having spent the last year touring the UK’s theatres with Tom Baxter, Ramin Karimloo and Hazel O’Connor, Rob lights up the stage with his achingly personal lyrics and wonderfully crafted songs. TICKETS £13.00
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Chocolate Theatre present
THE ADDAMS FAMILY
This brilliant, cult hit musical is based on the original story, and it’s every father’s nightmare. Wednesday Addams has fallen in love and confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents. TICKETS £17.00
SWINDON RECITAL SERIES SUN 2 DECEMBER 7.30PM
TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £13.50 STUDENTS £3.50 Accompanied children (14 and under) free.
Polly Leech mezzo soprano Paul Turner piano
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Swindon born Polly Leech is currently based in Amsterdam following her year as a Young Artist at the National Opera Studio in London. Her programme includes Elgar’s ever popular Sea Pictures, Schumann’s song cycle Op.90 and glorious songs by Duparc.
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MON 3 – TUE 4 DECEMBER 7.30PM
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
By Charles Dickens Following last year’s sell-out show, European Arts Company returns for the 175th anniversary of A Christmas Carol in the company of Charles Dickens himself! Come and enjoy a seasonal treat in the spirit of Christmas past, present and future. ‘John O’Connor’s performance is a delight. A festive treat.’ ★★★★ The Stage TICKETS £17.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FOSAC £2.50 off SCHOOLS £10.00 per ticket
THU 6 – SAT 8 DECEMBER 7PM SAT MAT 2PM
SPACE TREK – THE PANTO
3+
By Geoff Marsh
Blast off for a fun-filled panto that is out of this world! Geoff Marsh and his crazy gang are back at the Arts Centre for another brand-new pantomime. When two sisters decide to stay up late to see if they can catch Santa delivering presents they get more than they bargained for... TICKETS £15.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
GARY DELANEY FRI 23 NOVEMBER
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FRI 14 – MON 24 DECEMBER Father Christmas is back on his rounds...and he still needs a WEE! At every house Father Christmas eats and drinks the tasty treats that have been left for him. But when he reaches number ten he realises that he’s forgotten to do something rather important and he really, really, really needs a WEE! TaleGate Theatre Productions hit the perfect combination of witty humour, fantastic music and the extra sparkle for which they have become known in this fabulously funny and brilliantly bouncy musical adaptation of Nicholas Allan’s much-loved book.
SUITABLE FOR PRESCHOOLERS TICKETS £14.00 – £17.00 AND KS1
CHILDREN £1.00 off FAMILY OFFER 4 TICKETS Fri 14 & Mon 17 Dec £50.00 FAMILY OFFER 4 TICKETS All other performances £52.00 SCHOOLS 10+ £11.00 Running Time: 50 minutes
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'THIS WAS AN EXCELLENT ROMP OF A SHOW THAT HAD BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS LAUGHING ALONG.' Broadway Baby
'MAGIC, MAYHEM AND MINCE PIES. THEY'RE ALL HERE IN THIS MUSICAL'
★★★★★ The Edinburgh Fringe
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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk SUN 9 DECEMBER 7.30PM Living Spit Comedy Theatre presents
16+
NATIVITY
With the usual mix of silly songs, pitiful puppetry and more Biblical befuddlement than you can shake a figgy pudding at, Living Spit’s Nativity promises to be a cornucopia of comic Christmassy crudeness that you’ll never forget! Not for the faint-hearted... TICKETS £15.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
MON 10 & TUE 11 DECEMBER 7.30PM
THE MAGICAL MUSIC OF CHRISTMAS with Ray Dance and Judith Sharp
Sit back and enjoy an evening of magical Christmas music, old and new, from classical to pop. Ray and Judith will be joined by talented friends to present a show full of great singing, dancing and music. Let the magical music of christmas get you into the festive, holiday mood. As with all of Ray and Judith’s productions, profit from these evenings will be donated to a local charity. TICKETS £12.00 UNDER 16s £3.00 off
WED 7 NOV, WED 12 DEC, WED 16 JAN, WED 13 FEB 11AM
MEMORY CINEMA Dementia Friendly Film Screenings
Memory Cinema invites those living with dementia and a friend, family member or carer to come and enjoy a nostalgic film in the relaxed surroundings of Swindon Arts Centre in Old Town. The screenings will be tailored to make those living with dementia feel comfortable and safe. For more information please visit swindontheatres.co.uk TICKETS Free Entry but please book to register.
WED 23 – SAT 26 JANUARY 7.30PM Phoenix Players present
HOUSE GUEST by Francis Durbridge This exciting thriller concerns a film actor and his wife Stella who learn that their young son has been kidnapped – but why? The initial answer is that it is not for ransom but in order that they allow one of the kidnappers a safe haven in their house for a few days. Can this be so? Come along, enjoy the tense atmosphere and feel the fear! TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Tickets also available from 07517 698083 or bookings@phoenixplayers.com
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FOSAC YOUNG ARTS SHOWCASE For the fourth consecutive year, Prime Theatre are proud to produce the Young Arts Showcase, funded by the Friends of Swindon Arts Centre. Swindon’s young people will showcase their creative talents through a mixture of dance, acting, song and other art forms. TICKETS £5.00
SWINDON RECITAL SERIES
FRI 1 – SUN 3 FEBRUARY FRI & SAT 7.30PM, SUN 3.30PM TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £13.50 STUDENTS £3.50 Accompanied children (14 and under) free.
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FRI 1 DALE TRIO Miranda Dale violin, Caroline Dale cello, Paul Turner piano SAT 2 THE VILLIERS QUARTET Paul Turner piano, David Daly double bass, Michael Whight clarinet | SUN 3 WARD QUARTET Nicholas Ward violin, Kathryn Parry violin, Wendy Gudgin viola, Harriet Bennett cello
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WED 6 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
DO YOU THINK THAT’S WISE The Life & Times Of John Le Mesurier In this affectionate tribute to one of Britain’s best-loved comedy stars, leading impressionist Julian Dutton (BBC1’s The Big Impression, BBC R4’s The Secret World, co-creator & co-star of BBC2’s Pompidou with Matt Lucas etc.) brings to life the man behind the wry smile and urbane English repartee Sergeant Wilson in Dad’s Army. ★★★★ CHORTLE TICKETS £16.50
THU 7 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
THE NOISE NEXT DOOR Remix
The boys are back with a brand spanking new, full length adult evening show The Noise Next Door – Remix! Eight time sell-out veterans of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and one of the country’s most sought after comedy club headliners, The Noise Next Door leave audiences everywhere in awe of their lightning-quick wit and totally original comedic talents. TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk FRI 8 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
ANDREW DOYLE Friendly Fire
16+
Andrew Doyle is one of the UK’s foremost political satirists. Friendly Fire is his seventh solo stand-up show. It follows the critically acclaimed Thought Crimes, which ran at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe last year and later transferred to the Soho Theatre in London. ‘Prepare for all your internal organs to burst with laughter’ Independent TICKETS £13.50 CONCESSIONS £3.00 off
SAT 9 FEBRUARY 8PM
16+
LUCY PORTER Pass It On
This is TV favourite Lucy Porter’s best show yet. She muses on what we receive from our ancestors and what we pass on to future generations. Lucy’s inherited dodgy knees and global warming from her parents, but can she leave a better legacy for her children? ‘A treat from start to finish’ Herald TICKETS £17.50
SUN 10 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
SIMON WESTON Simon Weston CBE was trapped on the burning RFA Sir Galahad after it was bombed by two Argentine planes during the Falklands War in 1982. He suffered burns to 46% of his body and lost many of his comrades. He is one of the most recognised faces of the conflict and in this show he discusses his experiences with his close friend David FitzGerald from the BBC. TICKETS £20.50
TUE 12 FEBRUARY 8PM
MANDY MUDEN Cunning Stunts
Mandy Muden, direct from her sensational appearances on Britain’s Got Talent takes to the road with her brand-new hilarious show Cunning Stunts. Loads of amazing tricks, razor sharp wit and lots of audience participation. Don’t miss a chance to see the only woman ever to combine magic and comedy. TICKETS £20.00
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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk THU 14 FEBRUARY 8PM
LLOYD GRIFFITH All-rounder After the success of his sold-out 2017/18 UK tour, comedian, choirboy and host of Soccer AM, Lloyd Griffith is back on the road with his hilarious new stand-up show. Expect jokes, dubious impressions, jokes, a bit of choral singing, jokes, maybe a fact about a Cathedral, jokes and probably the story about that time he had a toilet incident on the A46. TICKETS £12.50 UNEMPLOYED £2.00 off
FRI 15 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
STEPHEN BAILEY Our Kid
16+
Everyone’s favourite ‘guilty pleasure’ (Daily Record), stand-up comedy star, Stephen Bailey is back on tour with his brand-new show Our Kid – a story full of Northern warmth, some working-class guilt and a bit of blue. His friendly brand of gossipy humour has made him one of the Britain’s most exciting up-and-coming acts in comedy at the moment. TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £3.00 off
SAT 16 FEBRUARY 8PM
CARL HUTCHINSON I Know I Shouldn’t Behave Like This...
As seen on Comedy Central’s Stand Up Central and The Chris Ramsey Show and following a sold-out 2017 tour. Geordie comedian Carl Hutchinson is back with a brand-new show I Know I Shouldn’t Behave Like This... From buying a house to having kids, Carl takes his unique adolescent approach to grown up issues. TICKETS £14.50
SUN 17 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
STRICTLY ANN
An Evening with Ann Widdecombe Sailing dangerously close to National Treasure status, one of the most outspoken politicians of our time embarks on her first ever national tour. Entertaining, enlightening and as controversial as you would expect, Margaret Thatcher and Craig Revel Horwood collide as Ann lifts the lid on life in Westminster and shares behind-thescenes gossip from some of the nation’s best-loved programmes. TICKETS £24.50
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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk WED 20 – SAT 23 FEBRUARY 7.30PM The Heart & Soul of
TEN IN A BAR
Swindon’s premier close harmony singing group, directed by Jill Hodge, returns for a dazzling spectacle of vocal talent. Renowned for their unusual arrangements, eccentric sketches and heartfelt singing, Ten In A Bar has fashioned a fabulous selection of inspirational anthems, soulful ballads and classic pieces for their 2019 show. Don’t miss it! TICKETS £14.00 (or £13.00 from Jane on 01793 881798)
SUN 24 FEBRUARY 11AM & 2PM
TWEEDY THE CLOWN
Illusion Confusion – A show of magic & mayhem Over the years Tweedy has assisted some of the world’s top magicians, resulting in him being sawn in half, disappeared and even turned into a tiger. Tweedy has had enough of being the magicians’ assistant and has decided it’s time to be the magician instead. TICKETS £14.00 CHILDREN £4.00 off FAMILY TICKET (2 adults & 2 children) £44.00
WED 27 FEBRUARY 8PM
2 SWEET POUCHES FOR £5
JOHN-LUKE ROBERTS
16+
All I Wanna Do Is (FX: GUNSHOTS) With a (FX: GUN RELOADING) and a (FX: CASH REGISTER) and Perform Some Comedy!
John-Luke Roberts’ show was a complete sell-out run and one of the most talked-about shows of the Edinburgh festival this year: a dizzying avant-garde ride through the mind of a gifted comic-philosopher. One with a blue moustache. Who thinks far more about the Spice Girls than anyone should. A masterclass in prop, clown, costume and Mel C-themed comedy. TICKETS £14.50
THU 28 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
MURDER SHE DIDN’T WRITE The Improvised Murder Mystery
You become Agatha Christie in this improvised comedy as each night an original murder mystery play is created based entirely on audience suggestions. So take up your magnifying glasses and don your deerstalkers for a never-seen-before (and never-to-be-seenagain) evening of murder, mayhem and making it up on the spot! ‘Laugh out loud funny’ ★★★★★ Voice Magazine TICKETS £17.50
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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
BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk THU 7 MARCH 8PM
ANDREW BIRD Ha Ha Time
14+
Andrew Bird is the funniest comedian you’ve never heard of. He’s been tour support for Rhod Gilbert, Rob Brydon and Michael McIntyre including Wembley and the O2. Join Andrew for a show jam-packed with observations and stories about the petty grievances of modern life. What time is it? It’s Ha Ha Time! ‘Comedy gold’ The Scotsman TICKETS £14.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
FRI 8 MARCH 8PM
ANDREW MAXWELL
14+
Showtime
With Showtime, Andrew continued his long run of domination of the Edinburgh Fringe. A memorable cocktail of personal stories, astute political observations and the odd surprise foray into character cameos, it won yet another barrage of five-star reviews for one of the festival’s most universally acclaimed acts. Now, it’s ‘showtime’ for the rest of the country. TICKETS £16.50
SAT 9 MARCH 7.30PM
THE OPERA BOYS Operatic arias and classical favourites from Nessun Dorma to Time To Say Goodbye are mixed with showstoppers from Les Misérables and Phantom of the Opera right through to Jersey Boys. Combining four big voices with four big personalities The Opera Boys deliver a fabulous show full of music and laughter, making classical music accessible to the masses. TICKETS £21.00
WED 13 – SAT 16 MARCH 7.30PM
WESTERN PLAYERS Murder for the Asking by Derek Benfield
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Desperate to find a job, Henry Scrubb answers an advert offering a large financial reward. The advertiser, a Mr Franklyn, explains that the conditions are he needs someone to murder him. Henry refuses to have anything to do with it, but later that night, Henry receives some disturbing news... This suspenseful drama keeps the audience guessing until the very last moment. TICKETS £13.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
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THE BOOTLEG SHADOWS The Bootleg Shadows perform a unique concert that encompasses the Shadows amazing career from 1960 up until the early 80s. Concert audiences are invited to relive fantastic hits such as Apache, Foot Tapper, Man of Mystery, Atlantis, Wonderful Land, Kon Tiki, Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, FBI plus many, many more TICKETS £21.50 CONCESSIONS £1.50 off
THU 21 MARCH 7.30PM
MARILYN
Marilyn Monroe. Did we really know who she was? Did she? This playful and poignant play is Marilyn’s story, told by her – alone in her dressing room. Marilyn stripped back and bare. Direct from its West-End run, Breakthrough Theatre presents this brand-new, one-woman show that follows the dark and thrill-filled life of the iconic Marilyn Monroe. Contains swearing and some adult themes. TICKETS £15.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off
SAT 23 – SAT 30 MARCH
SWINDON MUSIC FESTIVAL The 2019 Swindon Music Festival. The 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 our website at www.swindonmusicfestival.co.uk or telephone Yvonne Walker on 01793 823849 TICKETS £2.00 for daily sessions, from £3.00 for evening sessions
SUN 31 MARCH 8PM
JESS ROBINSON No Filter Multi-award-winning Jess Robinson is back with a new show! With more spot-on celebrity impressions, musical comedy and stunning vocal gymnastics. Jess takes you on a dizzying journey through hilarious improvised musical impressions, serving up a feast of styles and genres from classical to rock to hip hop showcasing the voices of all your favourite celebs. TICKETS £14.50
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MICKY P KERR Z-LIST CELEBRITY
15+
Life after the Britain’s Got Talent Finals
In June 2018 musical comedian, Micky P. Kerr, was rocketed to stardom when he won the hearts of the nation and wowed both Simon Cowell and Andy Murray’s mum with his performances on Britain’s Got Talent. In this, his debut solo tour, the now semi-famous Micky invites you to join him for an evening of music, social commentary and, above all, lots of laughs. TICKETS £17.50
THU 4 APRIL 7.30PM
THE LINDISFARNE STORY
A Twist In The Tale An affectionate and enthusiastic celebration of one of the UK’s most original and successful groups. Written and performed by former front-man Billy Mitchell and founder member Ray Laidlaw, the show takes the audience on a trip through fifty years of the Geordie group’s history from its 1960s beginnings in the pubs and clubs of Tyneside to the concert halls and festivals of today. TICKETS £22.50
FRI 5 APRIL 8PM
16+
GLENN WOOL Wool’s Gold II (The Iron Pirate)
Comfortably in his forties, award-winning comedian and new dad Wool delves into his back catalogue of material spanning 25 years to perform some of his more subversive routines. Does he still agree with those points of view or has he finally grown up? Plus a little navel gazing tossed in for the arty-farty types. TICKETS £16.50
SWINDON RECITAL SERIES SAT 6 APRIL 7.30PM
TICKETS £16.00 CONCESSIONS £13.50 STUDENTS £3.50 Accompanied children (14 and under) free. Nicholas Daniel oboe Paul Turner piano
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Nicholas Daniel has long been acknowledged as one of the world’s great oboe players, and is one of Britain’s best-known musicians. In 2012 he was honoured with the prestigious Queen’s Medal for Music, and cited as having made ‘an outstanding contribution to the musical life of the nation’.
£5.00
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Sorcerer
TUE 9 – SAT 13 APRIL 7.30PM, SAT MAT 2.30PM Presented by The Swindon Gilbert & Sullivan Society
THE SORCERER
Alexis, newly betrothed to Aline, wants his fellow villagers to be as happy as he is. He orders J.W.Wells Family Sorcerers to concoct a love potion to distribute to the villagers, enabling all to fall in love with the first person they meet after consumption – result amusingly disastrous. TICKETS £14.00 – £16.00 UNDER 16s £7.50 – £8.50 Tickets also available (minus £1 booking fee) via johnwilyms@easynet.co.uk or on 07483 306965
SUN 14 APRIL 7.30PM
THE FUREYS
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Irish legends, The Fureys return for a great night of music, songs and stories. Hear them sing their timeless classics including I Will Love You, When You Were Sweet 16, The Green Fields Of France, The Old Man, Red Rose Cafe, From Clare To Here, Her Father Didn’t Like Me Anyway, Leaving Nancy, Steal Away and more. TICKETS £23.50
SAT 20 APRIL 7.30PM
GYLES BRANDRETH Break A Leg! They say all political careers end in tears. In Brandreth’s case it’s tears of laughter as the actor, author, ex-MP, One Show reporter and QI, Have I Got News For You and Countdown star is back on tour with his new show celebrating all things theatrical. Without hesitation or repetition Gyles delivers a dazzling hour of wit, wisdom, high drama, low comedy, and hilarious name-dropping. TICKETS £22.50
THU 25 APRIL 7.30PM
ALAN JOHNSON In My Life Alan Johnson is one of the most popular politicians of recent times and now a best-selling author, his memoirs selling half a million copies to date. In this highly entertaining show Alan tells his personal story with the help of some of the music that has soundtracked his life, from growing up as an orphan to becoming a postman before rising through the Labour Party ranks to hold several cabinet posts, including Home Secretary. TICKETS £20.50
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