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Teddies Music Club
Sing • Dance • Play
We’ll get you bouncing, jumping, tickling, giggling, laughing, oh and singing!
Teddies is energetic, lively and fun for grown-ups and children alike, with a singer and musician at every session.
Autumn
Wednesdays (from 12 Sept exc 24 Oct)
10am – 11am
£6 for 1st child 0-5 years (including one adult) | £4 per siblings or additional adult
Suitable for ages 0-5 years.
Please book one free 'Accompanying Adult' tickets for this workshop, and a free 'Baby Seat' if you are bringing a sibling under 6 months
Acoustic Guitar - Beginners
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Summer
Wed 6 Jun – 4 Jul and 11 Jul – 8 Aug
8.15pm – 9.15pm
£40 per 5 week course
Thur 7 Jun – 5 Jul and 12 Jul – 9 Aug
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Autumn
Wed 12 Sept – 10 Oct and 31 Oct – 28 Nov
8.15pm – 9.15pm
£40 per 5 week course
Thur 13 Sept – 18 Oct (exc 27 Sept) and 1 Nov – 29 Nov
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 18 Oct
- 31 Oct SOLD OUT
- 9 more dates...
Hannah Sanders and Ben Savage
An intimate show of American roots and English folk music.
Hannah and Ben perform huddled round a single microphone, singing intimate duets with just mountain dulcimer, dobro and guitar. They are a folk duo that look and sound classically timeless, yet feel refreshingly unique.
WHY? ‘An exquisite soundscape, which is the result of passion, precision and unbridled intimacy’ R2 Magazine
Studio
£14
Acoustic Guitar - Intermediate
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Summer
Thur 7 Jun – 5 Jul and 12 Jul – 9 Aug
8.15pm – 9.15pm
£40 per 5 week course
Autumn
8.15pm – 9.15pm
£40 per 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 18 Oct
- 1 Nov SOLD OUT
- 4 more dates...
No Jacket Required - The Phil Collins Tribute
The UK's top Phil Collins tribute returns by popular demand, as part of their 15th Anniversary Tour.
This stunning eleven piece band performs two hours of non-stop hits from Phil's award-winning solo career, plus a little Genesis thrown in for good measure.
From Another Day In Paradise to Easy Lover and the classic In The Air Tonight, there's something for everyone in this spectacular show which spans three decades of chart-topping success.
WHY? A sell-out show every time they perform with us, so don’t miss out!
Courtyard Theatre
£18
The Vinyl Frontier: Sade vs Terence Trent D'Arby
Two heavyweight debut LPs by two giants of soulful 80s pop, but which one is better…?
The Musicians of Bremen
A visually stunning adaptation of the Grimm’s fairy tale.
A donkey, a cat, a cockerel and a dog are too old to be of any use to their masters. In this tumbling, musical adventure follow their adventures and their extraordinary friendships. It shows that despite our differences, we can be friends, and that we are never too old to live our dreams. With puppetry, movement and trapeze, all accompanied by live music.
Age guidance: 3 – 7 years.
WHY? A highly visual show and non-verbal work for young and hearing impaired audiences
Presented by Compagnie Animotion
Courtyard Theatre
£10 (£8 under 16s), Family & Friends (4 people) £32
Singalong Concertini
Bring the whole family and sing along to a fabulous 45 minutes of music from stage and screen.
West End singer Mairi Cowieson and friends perform songs from Mary Poppins, Matilda, Frozen and more. The 11.30am show is a relaxed performance – ideal for children with SEND.
WHY? Come in costume or grab something from our dressing up box before the concert
Studio
£10 (£8 under 16s)
Family and Friends (4 people) £32
Rachael McShane and the Cartographers
The singer, cellist, fiddle and viola player is an original member of folk big band Bellowhead.
She toured internationally with them as well as making several TV appearances. Bellowhead recorded 5 studio albums and won a total of 8 BBC Folk Awards in their 12 years together. Rachael is now working on a new solo project of traditional songs. She plays with a brand new band, featuring guitarist Matthew Ord (Assembly Lane) and melodeon player Julian Sutton (Kathryn Tickell, Sting).
WHY? ‘A classy musician and a singer of striking elegance’ Mike Wilson’s Music Blog
‘You're in the presence of something very special… what a voice’ Sid Smith, BBC Music
Courtyard Theatre
£14, £12 Advantage Card
The Heath String Quartet Return
Bach Three choral preludes
Britten Quartet no 2
Beethoven Quartet no 15, op 132
The Heath have built up a loyal following for their distinctive style. Their reputation is spreading worldwide as they undertake concerts across Europe and North America.
WHY? Masterly playing of a Bach arrangement followed by a 20th century British masterwork and one of Beethoven’s last great works
Presented by Maidenhead Music Society
Courtyard Theatre
£17, MMS Members £12
The Slocan Ramblers
Dynamic, entertaining bluegrass from Canada.
The Slocan Ramblers are rooted in traditional music, yet fearlessly creative, blending impressive bluegrass virtuosity with a fresh and modern appeal. They blend lightning fast, devilishly intricate instrumentals with evocative vocals on songs ranging from fine originals to rowdy old-time numbers.
WHY? ‘Superb picking. ‘Bluegrass’ hardly defines it all’ ★★★★ R2 Magazine
Studio
£15
Julian Siegal
The immensely creative musician forms a duo with trumpeter Paul Jordanous.
They are joined by the superb Pendulum Rhythm Section, headed by Clark Tracey (drums) with Alex Hutton (piano) and Andy Cleyndert (bass). Julian has won Best Instrumentalist at the BBC Jazz Awards and a London Jazz Award in 2011.
WHY? ‘One of the UK’s most creative saxophonists’ MOJO
Studio
£15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)
Katharsis
A multi-sensorial show fusing music with dance and visual art.
Three musicians merge elements of soundtracks, soundscapes, ambient, ethnic and electronic music. A dancer performs choreographies and improvises, following the ever-changing music flow. Visual art projections on the background complete the hypnotic sensorial experience.
WHY? Be led into a dreamlike journey of the mind, a total experience intended for the purification of one's emotions
Studio
£12
Acoustic Guitar - Absolute Beginners
Led by Richard Lee.
Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.
Summer
Wed 6 Jun – 4 Jul and 11 Jul – 8 Aug
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Autumn
Wed 12 Sept – 10 Oct and 31 Oct – 28 Nov
7pm – 8pm
£40 per 5 week course
Suitable for 18+ years.
Juan Martin
The guitarist/composer plays and introduces his compositions within the forms of the great tradition. His exquisite style is enhanced through minimal amplification to capture his very pure flamenco sound: just Juan and his sublime guitar to lift and transport you to another dimension - melodic beauty and rhythmic passion. ¡Viva el arte!
WHY? ‘The master Flamenco guitarist’ The Guardian
‘One of the top three guitarists in the world’ Guitar Player, USA
‘A giant of the flamenco guitar tradition’ The Times
‘No flash, just plenty of panache’ The Age, Melbourne
‘Highly sophisticated contemporary music’ International Herald Tribune
‘The Chopin of the flamenco guitar’ Berner Nachrichten, Switzerland
Studio
£14
Bob Drury's Viva Neil Diamond
Described in Vegas as 'one of the world's finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond', Bob Drury's one-man show is an absolute 'must-see' for all Diamond fans.
All the hits including Cracklin' Rosie, America, Love on the Rocks, Play Me, Hello Again, Pretty Amazing Grace, Song Sung Blue, Sweet Caroline and many more
Whilst performing in Las Vegas two years ago Bob Drury was described 'one of the world's finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond' and he's now back touring the UK with his new show
A celebration of the legendary Neil Diamond and his incredible back catalogue of songs. Bob Drury's one-man show is a must see for any Diamond fan. His performance in Vegas has been described as ‘one of the world's finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond’. His vocal likeness has been delighting audiences around the world.
This year's show includes all the favourites such as Cracklin' Rosie, America, Love on the Rocks, Play Me, Hello Again, Forever in Blue Jeans, Beautiful Noise, I'm a Believer, Red Red Wine and of course Sweet Caroline. Also expect Neil Diamond's UK hit Pretty Amazing Grace and a few lesser known songs.
WHY? ‘An uncanny resemblance to Neil Diamond's voice. That sent tingles down my spine Bob!’ Debbie McGee, BBC Radio Berkshire
‘Bob, it was great hearing you last night and I was totally blown away by your level of musicianship on guitar’ Mark LeVang, keyboard player with Neil Diamond's band
‘Bob is well established as one of the world's finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond’ Steve Tatone, Film Producer, Midnight Pass Productions
‘If I didn’t know better I’d have said that was Neil Diamond singing’ Pat Marsh, BBC Radio Kent
‘Oozing class’ Nolan Dean, Cruise Director, M/V Island Star
‘Neil Diamond fans will be delighted with the sound-alike quality and the nifty guitar work’ UK Cabaret Magazine
Courtyard Theatre
£16
Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again! (PG)
Dir: Ol Parker 2018 | 114 mins, US
Get ready to sing and dance, laugh and love all over again! Sophie finds out more about her mother Donna's past while seeking guidance on how to handle her pregnancy. The all-star cast includes Meryl Streep, Lily James, Julie Walters, Pierce Brosnan and Colin Firth.
WHY? An all-new original musical based on the songs of ABBA
'Full of hits and emotion' ★★★★★ The Guardian
Click here to read the full review.
£10.50 (£9.50 conc)
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St John's Chamber Orchestra
Rebecca van den Berg (soprano)
Jonathan Stone (violin)
Nigel Wilkinson (conductor)
Mozart Idomeneo: Overture and Aria Se il padre perdei
Beethoven Symphony No.1 in C
Brahms Violin Concerto in D
Brahms’ epic Concerto is one of the peaks of the violin repertoire. The programme also includes Beethoven’s impressive statement of intent and an exquisite aria by Mozart, with enchanting woodwind solos.
Courtyard Theatre
£18 (£16.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)
A Celebration of Gershwin, Porter and other greats
The ever popular Tony Jacobs (Tuxedo Jazz Orchestra, Syd Lawrence Orchestra, Friday Night Is Music Night) performs with his pianist Jim Barry (BBC Radio Band).
They celebrate the great American and British songwriters of the 20th century. Expect timeless classics from the likes of Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Harry Warren to name just a few.
WHY? ‘This show is sheer quality’ Encore Magazine
Studio
£14
Maidenhead Community Choir
Led by Tina Reibl.
An opportunity for all those who enjoy singing a toe-tapping repertoire, from Bach to the Beatles and Gershwin to Gospel. No audition or sight-reading required.
Suitable for all levels of experience.
Summer
Tues 1 May – 17 Jul (exc 29 May and 5 Jun)
7pm - 8.15pm
£80 per 10 week term
Suitable for 18+ years.
- 6 Nov
- 13 Nov
- 3 more dates...
Harry Manx
The Canadian based artist has been dubbed an essential link between the music of East and West.
He creates musical short stories that wed the tradition of the Blues with the depth of classical Indian ragas. Harry’s signature instrument is the 20-stringed Mohan Veena, blending Indian folk melodies with slide guitar blues.
WHY? Winner of a Canadian Folk Music Award and CBC Radio’s Great Canadian Blues Award
Studio
£15 (£13 Advantage Card)
Christian Garrick and his Budapest Cafe Orchestra
Christian Garrick (violin, darabuka)
Eddie Hession (button accordion)
Adrian Zolotuhin (guitar, saz, balalaika, domra)
Kelly Cantlon (double bass)
The Budapest Café Orchestra were established in 2009 by British composer, violinist and band leader, Christian Garrick.
They play traditional folk and gypsy-flavoured music from across the world. Raucous, toe-tapping Balkan and Russian numbers are combined with jazz and swing inflections. Klezmer, Romanian Doinas and Hungarian Czardas are awarded fresh treatments before they give way to a disarmingly beautiful arsenal of ballads such as the Schindler's List theme or Andy Statman's bitter sweet The Flatbush Waltz. The diverse repertoire often even strays over into the technicolour territory of many a well-loved film or television score.
WHY? ‘Back by popular demand, the fiery vivacity and awe-inspiring musicianship of the finest purveyors of Eastern European gypsy music this side of a Lada scrap heap will leave you with a grin on your face and rhythm in your feet’ The Times
‘The music is magic in their hands’ Sean Rafferty BBC Radio 3
‘Evoking vivid images of Tzigane fiddle maestros, Budapest café life and gypsy campfires - plus a few surprises along the way - hugely entertaining, immense skill and profound musicianship, a show by the BCO is good enough to make you want to book that holiday down the Danube!’ Songlines
‘The boys from the BCO eek out an interesting advantage over others in that they are musically connected to the culture rather than culturally connected to the music and this manifests itself in their performances which are among the most fulfilling live entertainment spectacles you are ever likely to find of any genre’ BBC Celtic Connections
Courtyard Theatre
£16, £14 Supporters
Never 42
The UK’s premier Level 42 tribute return, bringing Level 42's music live!
The line up includes Howie Rogers (bass & vocals), Garreth Hicklin (keyboards & vocals), Mike Wheeler (drums & vocals), Tom Wright (guitar & vocals) and Richard Pardy (sax). They perform Level 42's greatest hits alongside fan favourites.
Expect to hear Livin it up (The Sun Goes Down), Lessons In Love, Something About You, The Chant Has Begun, Starchild, Are You Hearing What I Hear, Hot Water… and so many more!
Courtyard Theatre
£17
Alvin Youngblood Hart
The New Orleans native is known as one of the world's foremost practitioners of country blues.
Alvin is also known as a faithful torchbearer for 1960s and 1970s guitar rock, Western Swing and vintage country. He is a Grammy Award winner and has released a Grammy Award nominated album. He has apperared on BBC2’s Later with Jools Holland and BBC4’s Blues on Later.
WHY? ‘The boy got thunder in his hands!’ Taj Mahal
Studio
£14
The Abingdon Wind Ensemble
Danzi Wind Quintet in B flat Major
Milhaud La Cheminée du Roi
Ibert Trois Pièces Brèves
René Parker Mississippi Five
FranÇaix Wind Quintet no 1
The wind quintet of flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and French horn was formed when its members were at the Royal Academy of Music. They have since played at prestigious venues such as the Wigmore Hall.
WHY? Be delighted as the Abingdon explore the repertoire for wind chamber music
Presented by Maidenhead Music Society
Courtyard Theatre
£15, MMS Members £10
Jim Mullen
One of the world's leading jazz guitarists and an icon of the UK jazz scene.
Jim's bountiful and melodic sounds will enchant you. He’s known for his work with Average White Band and being one half of jazz funk band Morrissey-Mullen. He performs with his rhythm section of choice: Clark Tracey (drums), Andy Cleyndert (bass)
and Alex Hutton (piano).
WHY? ‘Mullen’s palette of raunchy blues, graceful bebop and purring tenderness still glows’ The Guardian
Studio
£15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)
The Vinyl Frontier: My Favourite vs Your Favourite
A new format – six challengers play their favourite in a specific category against your host’s choice. Who will win in each duel?
Soul Kinda Wonderful
The UK’s number one tribute to the legendary Drifters and award winners at the National Tribute awards.
They breathe new life into songs such as Saturday Night at the Movies, Under the Boardwalk and Stand by Me. Expect three separate shows in one as the set includes Motown from The Four Tops and Temptations plus 70s disco classics such as Disco Inferno and Love Train.
WHY? Led by Richie Sampson – a former member of the hit recording group The Drifters
Courtyard Theatre
£17
Incompatible Couples An Evening of Musical Theatre classics
Join West End leads Stephen John Davis (Phantom of the Opera, Mamma Mia, Les Miserable, South Pacific) and Jane Bardos (Phantom of the Opera, Carousel, West Side Story, Singin' in the Rain) for a light-hearted and varied repertoire of musical theatre’s most famous love stories!
WHY? A fabulous, light-hearted evening of musical theatre classics
Courtyard Theatre
£18
COMMUNITY / ARTISTIC HIRE
Faustus
Three of the leading lights of their generation:
Benji Kirkpatrick (Seth Lakeman Band, Steeleye Span, Bellowhead), Saul Rose (Eliza Carthy & The Wayward Band, Waterson:Carthy, Whapweazel) and Paul Sartin (Bellowhead, Belshazzar’s Feast). Deeply rooted in the English tradition, they are brought together in a virtuosic display of strong vocals, musicianship and testosterone.
WHY? ‘One of Britain’s outstanding folk bands’ The Guardian
Presented by RM Promotions
Studio
£17.50
The Kast Off Kinks
Former members of legendary band The Kinks are back together playing great music. They re-live the good times whilst keeping alive the songs that made The Kinks a household name.
The line-up features Mick Avory (original drummer on all the classic hits from 1964-84), Ian Gibbons (keyboards/vocals, Kinks 1980s/1990s and still with Sir Ray Davies), John Dalton (bass/vocals, Kinks 1960s/1970s) alongside Dave Clarke (guitar/vocals, formerly of the Beach Boys, Noel Redding and Tim Rose).
WHY? Expect an evening of iconic hits including You Really Got Me, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, Sunny Afternoon, Lola, Days, Waterloo Sunset, Come Dancing, All Day and All of the Night plus more.
Courtyard Theatre
£18
Jewel Tones - December Delights
Join Jewel Tones and friends for an evening of music!
Courtyard Theatre
£10
COMMUNITY HIRE
The Fabulous Duck Bros - Tribute to the Music of Eric Clapton
A collection of professional and experienced musicians pay tribute to Eric Clapton’s solo career.
Fronted by long term Clapton fan Phil Astles, the band perform songs produced by Eric throughout his long career. These include the great songs of 24 Nights, The Blues Era and also his time with Derek and the Dominoes and the Cream.
WHY? With a set list that includes classics such as Layla, Wonderful Tonight, Forever Man, Cocaine, Lay Down Sally, Badge, I Shot the Sheriff, Change the World and Bell Bottom Blues
Courtyard Theatre
£15
Harry and Chris Save the World
The hottest comedy-rap-jazz duo out there.
They might also be the only one. After sell-out runs of their 2016 and 2017 shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, Harry Baker and Chris Read have been featured three times on Sky’s The Russell Howard Hour.
Last year they prevented a apocalypse and got a panda pregnant, so they're now drunk on comedy-rap-jazz power, intent on bringing love and laughter to a world that needs both more than ever.
WHY? ‘Amazing, fabulously entertaining’ Jonathan Ross
‘A wonderful blend of infectious songs packed with sharp, clever wordplay… Harry and Chris’ family friendly set leaves the audience with a smile on their face and the catchy tunes stuck in their head for the rest of the day’ ★★★★★ The Sunday Post
‘The numbers are upbeat and feel-good, and all of them are about surprising and inventive subjects or points of view’ ★★★★★ Fringe Guru
'The pair are inspiring Instagram posts in human form' Chortle
Studio
£12.50
The Zoots - Sounds of the 60s
Experience the sixties show that's wowing audiences around the world.
They have headlined venues from the Palladium to Old Trafford. The five piece band perform the 60's hits that everyone loves. Expect The Beatles, The Stones, The Monkees, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Searchers, The Four Seasons, Elvis and more.
WHY? ‘The Zoots are impossible not to like’ The Stage
Courtyard Theatre
£18
The Vinyl Frontier: Your Best of...The Musicals
Eleven volunteers play their favourite track from their favourite musical. One will be crowned King or Queen of the stage.
Cara Dillon - Upon a Winter's Night
Cara and her band capture the mystery of Christmas with a collection of songs ancient and modern.
They weave Celtic and folksy rhythms alongside reverent and atmospheric carols while Cara holds the darkness at bay with the purity of her voice.
The Christmas story is retold with genuine wonder and celebrated with the dignity, passion and beauty it deserves. Christmas is one of Cara’s passions and her live show and album only go to prove it.
WHY? ‘Simple and stunning’ The Sunday Times
‘An instant Christmas classic’ BBC
‘There’s enchantment aplenty’ ★ ★ ★ ★ The Independent
‘A reminder of the real meaning of the Festive Season, uplifting and inspirational” The Daily Echo
Presented by RM Promotions
Courtyard Theatre
£26
A Charity Christmas Concert in Aid of the Brett Foundation
A mixture of songs from the shows, Big Band sounds, popular classics and some Christmas music.
WHY? A good night out for the whole family
Presented by Maidenhead Concert Band
Courtyard Theatre
£8
COMMUNITY HIRE
An Evening of Burlesque and Cabaret
Have you been naughty or nice this year? Hundred Watt Club's gift to you is this hot toddy of a show, jam packed full of festive burlesque, cabaret, circus and drag acts.
Always seductive, always sublime, and always that little bit ridiculous. This is an evening of vintage inspired, Christmas themed entertainment. If you like your Winter nights bawdy and a little bit naughty, this is for you!
Starring: Your host, fabulous hostess and angel atop the Christmas tree Eva Von Schnippisch; slinky sugarplum fairy showgirl Lena Mae; circus royalty and her tinselled hula hoops Abi Collins; the queen of 'look-at-me', lametta bedecked Lolo Brow; and the ridiculous, but hairy and hunky Santa Claus, Dave The Bear!
WHY? Perfect for an alternative festive night out with work or friends.
Ages 18+ years only. Adult themes, strong language and partial nudity employed and embraced!
Presented by Hundred Watt Club
Courtyard Theatre
£16
Seasons Greetings with Steve Waterman
A long awaited return of this great UK jazz artist.
Steve is one of the busiest jazz musicians in Europe. Steve forms an excellent duo with the flowing sounds from the young saxophonist Piers Green. They are joined by The Pendulum Trio: Alex Hutton (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass) and Clark Tracey (drums).
WHY? Steve has won numerous jazz awards over the years, including a BBC British Jazz Award
Studio
£15 (£13 conc) (£5 under 16s)
Christmas Ceilidh
An evening of dance in the atmospheric 18th century Long Barn.
A caller will guide you through the dances while ceilidh band Nedron’s Jig provide the live music.
WHY? A perfect social event for Christmas parties
Long Barn
£15 (£13 conc)
Silent Disco
After the sell out inaugural Silent Disco this summer, Jeff and Dave return.
They’ll be doing battle on the dance floor as one plays 80s and one plays 90s.
WHY? With some festive tunes thrown in, you decide which decade to listen and dance to!
Studio
£15
The King and I from the London Palladium
180 mins.
Recorded live from London’s iconic Palladium. The multi-award winning and critically acclaimed Lincoln Centre Theatre’s production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical.
Set in 1860s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children.
With one of the finest scores ever written including Whistle a Happy Tune, Getting to Know You, and Shall We Dance and featuring a company of over 50 world-class performers.
WHY? ‘Five stars for a sumptuous King and I. Book Now. It’s a hit’ The Times
‘We left the London Palladium on a bright cloud of music - joyous!’ Daily Mail
‘Looks and sounds ravishing. Complete rapture’ The Telegraph
£15
New Year's Eve Hoedown at The Farm 2018
Heck yeah, it’s a hoedown!
Our popular New Year’s Eve event returns to ring in 2019! Join ceilidh and barn dance band Cut a Shine for foot stomping, rip-roaring, thigh-slapping traditional music and a night of all types of barn dancing. A fun, lively and thrilling way to celebrate this New Year's Eve! Age guidance 12+ years.
WHY? Dust off your cowboy hats, gingham checks or general fancy dress for frolics on the Courtyard Theatre dance floor
£20 before 31 October, £25 after
Supporters £17 before 31 October, £22 after
New Year's Day Concert
The annual sell out concert returns for the 18th year.
WHY? With a programme including Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons and works by JS Bach and Handel
Presented by St John's Chamber Players
Courtyard Theatre
£18 (£16.50 conc) (£5 under 16s)
Paddington's First Concert
Following their sell out concerts last year, Chamberhouse Winds are back with a delightful performance.
This concert for families and children to join Paddington at his first classical concert – with disastrous results!
Specially arranged for wind quintet and narrated by Jonathan Butcher. The ensemble will also play a selection of other short fun pieces to introduce the instruments before the story begins. A New Year treat for the whole family!
Age guidance 3+ years
WHY? Stay on afterwards for the chance to try the instruments courtesy of Dawkes Music
Courtyard Theatre
£10 (£8 under 16s), Family and Friends (4 people) £32
Bye Bye Baby
A celebration of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.
This full theatre show covers the journey of the Four Seasons from their beginning to the disco era and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Featuring many of the band’s worldwide hits including Beggin', Can't Take My Eyes Off You, Walk Like a Man, Bye Bye Baby and Sherry.
WHY? Expect thirty-one numbers performed in close 4-part harmony, with slick choreography and that instantly recognisable falsetto
Courtyard Theatre
£18
The Local Honeys
Live music from the rolling hills of the Bluegrass and the foothills of the Appalachians.
Kentucky country folk duo Montana Hobbs and Linda Jean Stokley are two exceptionally talented young women who will be bringing the folk music of Kentucky to these shores this Spring.
Having been the first women to graduate their state university’s degree programme in Traditional ‘Hillbilly’ Music, The Local Honeys have gone on to win various songwriting accolades, among them the Chris Austin Songwriting Award from MerleFest.
Their debut album Little Girls Actin’ Like Men includes both traditional and original songs and showcases the Honeys ability to tear into hard-driving fiddle tunes, sing the high lonesome sound and tell a damn good story.
WHY? 'The Local Honeys play traditional music with sass and fire' Kentucky Herald Leader
Studio
£14 (£12 conc)
ELO Again
The 7 piece band give a dramatic taste of what a real ELO concert was like back in their heyday.
The whole experience is professionally re-enacted with a great sound reproduction, light show and visual effects.
ELO Again bring the spectacular live effect of ELO’s famous orchestrations, soaring strings and vocals, full of depth and tone. They certainly know how to entertain too, as the hits just keep on coming. All the big hits are performed – Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Sweet Talkin’ Woman, Roll Over Beethoven, Wild West Hero, Don't Bring Me Down, The Diary of Horace Wimp, Telephone Line, Turn to Stone plus many more.
WHY? Relive the age of glam rock in the 21st century as Elo Again pay tribute to the beautifully crafted songs of Jeff Lynne
Courtyard Theatre
£18
Vishten
Twin sisters Emmanuelle and Pastelle LeBlanc, from Prince Edward Island, join forces with Pascal Miousse - a direct descendant of the first colonial families to inhabit Quebec’s remote Magdalene Islands.
Tight sibling harmonies, layered foot percussion and a compelling trademark blend of fiddle, guitar, accordion, whistles, piano, bodhrán and jaw harp create an expansive sound that triumphantly defies the parameters of a trio.
Whilst all three are form a rich musical upbringing and heritage, their take on their musical traditions looks forward as much as it looks back. The Cajun tradition - spread by Acadians throughout America - mixes with Celtic and world strands, altogether redefining the possibilities of French-Canadian folk.
WHY? A live show that combines song-writing elegance with the dynamism of three experienced and truly passionate performers
Studio
£14 (£12 conc)
London Klezmer Quartet
Laugh, cry, dance and sing as the London Klezmer Quartet brings you the best of klezmer in a journey from the Baltic to the Black Sea - and beyond.
The line up includes Ilana Cravitz (violin), Susi Evans (clarinet), Carol Isaacs (accordion) and Indra Buraczewska (double bass). Indra's sultry vocals also breathe new life into old songs of love, life, food and drink.
WHY? ‘A fantastic sound with inventive arrangements, virtuosity, exciting original tunes and soulful playing’ Songlines Magazine
‘Exuberant yet cultured playing... no shortage of dynamism here... The tradition is safe in the hands of the next generation’ Sunday Times
‘Dynamic and authentic’ Time Out
Studio
£15 (£13 Supporters)
The Amy Winehouse Experience AKA Lioness
Stars in Their Eye’s finalist and X Factor boot-camp contestant Emma Wright provides an authentic tribute to the enormous talent of Amy Winehouse.
Accompanied by a full backing band, they recreate the sound of this heady mix of jazz, soul and pop.
WHY? Be taken on a journey through the emotional rollercoaster of Amy’s song writing, guaranteed to have you singing and dancing throughout this full stage show
Courtyard Theatre
£15
A New Flame - The Simply Red Tribute Show
The exceptional 9-piece band recreates every slick groove and perfect melody from Mick Hucknall’s remarkable global career in an unparalleled display of authenticity and style, guaranteed to keep the audience dancing and singing all night.
Expect a truly memorable evening of great music, featuring the vocals of Dave Duckmanton as Mick Hucknall.
WHY? With all the hits including Stars, Money's Too Tight To Mention and Holding Back The Years
Courtyard Theatre
£16
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