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David Harper - Unexpected Tales
Tales from the funny world of TV, art and antiques!
David Harper has appeared regularly on Bargain Hunt, Antiques Roadtrip, Celebrity Eggheads, Flog It, For What It's Worth, Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, Celebrity Masterchef, Through The Keyhole and lots more.
Unexpected Tales features funny behind the scenes anecdotes from TV, live auctions, exciting antique finds, huge profits, even bigger losses, as well as stories from celebrity TV appearances and historical journeys through time. It’s all part of what makes this show like no other.
The show is audience led with questions from the audience or questions and challenges from David throughout, as the evening develops.
WHY? Join the TV celebrity and national treasure David Harper as he shares the stories of his career
Courtyard Theatre
£15
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Sunday Stories
Interactive storytelling in the magical story den.
Join in or unwind in the Café Bar with a latte and the Sunday papers, while your little ones get involved in telling stories from all over the world.
Age guidance 4 – 7 years.
WHY? A sociable, creative and entirely relaxed way to do Sundays for families with young children
The Story Den
£3.50 per person (45 mins)
Nicky's Family - Holocaust Memorial Day Event
Join us for a panel discussion, featuring special guests, followed by a screening of the film Nicky's Family.
Nicky's Family tells the remarkable true story of Maidenhead resident Sir Nicholas Winton, who rescued over 600 children at the outbreak of World War II.
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An Evening with Martyn Ware (Heaven 17)
Heaven 17 and The Human League founder Martyn Ware joins Jeff to chat about his career at the forefront of electronic music over four decades.
He’s been a top music producer for the likes of Tina Turner, Erasure and Terence Trent D’Arby and a leading electronic soundscape artist.
WHY? With vinyl tracks from early Human League plus other examples of Martyn’s craft over the years
Studio
£14 (£12 conc)
The Navy Lark
Coming live to the theatre for the first time in over 60 years is The Navy Lark.
The Navy Lark sees a cast of three, bring to life three classic episodes from the much loved radio series which ran for 1959 - 1977. Originally featuring Leslie Phillips, Ronnie Barker and Jon Pertwee.
Starring James Hurn known for portraying such iconic characters as Tony Hancock, Sid James and Kenneth Williams from his hit one man show Hancock and Co. As well as Richard Usher and Mark Earby best known for The Goon Show Tour and The Lost Hancock’s Vacant Lot.
Presented in the style of a radio performance in front of a live audience. Bringing to life the classic days of radio comedy.
WHY? When HMS Troutbridge docks in Maidenhead it’s going to be “Ev’rybody Down!” For an evening of nostalgic belly laughs
Studio
£15 (£13 conc)
Steve Simone presents History of Motown
The seasoned singer and entertainer presents an hour of chat, looking at the legendary era of Motown.
This detailed presentation includes a look at the driving forces behind the music and original video clips of the artists.
WHY? A unique analysis of the whole of Motown – from the songwriters and producers to the choreographers and singers
Studio
£12 (£10 conc)
Grace Campbell - Why I'm Never Going Into Politics
Grace Campbell survived a childhood in British politics – her dad is Alastair Campbell.
She is co-founder of feminist group The Pink Protest and wants to tell you why she’ll never consider a career in Westminster. Expect vagina jokes, mental health within Parliament and anecdotes of hanging out with Putin’s kids.
WHY? ‘Articulate, witty and very funny’ ★★★★★ The Edinburgh Reporter
Studio
£12
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