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1 I D Image: Chantry Dance, Photo credit: Dani Bower Arts Centre Autumn 2015 Supported by Guildhall Arts Centre, St Peter s Hill, Grantham, Lincs, NG31 6PZ Tel: S O S T U T R I H C K E T S C T O E U V E N L I C N

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3 SA AU ST AY TG T WELCOME Get Connected... Join our mailing list today and stay updated with news and offers! Just visit our website and fill in the form to sign up! Relax... Enjoy our coffee shop offering a wide range of locally sourced sandwiches and meals, prepared to order with morning and afternoon specials available. There is a great selection of homemade cakes, teas and Rainforest Alliance Coffees, with jacket potatoes, panini, soups and much more on the menu. Looking for a pre-show drink? No problem! The coffee shop also serves as a bar before shows and at the intervals, with a pre-order service and ice cream available too. Mon Fri: 9:30am 4.30pm Sat: 9.30am 2.00pm Wifi and a vending machine is also available. Be Inspired... Nothing makes us happier than seeing a full audience thoroughly enjoying the shows we put on. We strive to continue programming a huge range of excellent quality shows to suit everybody s tastes to entertain and inspire you. After all, everyone is unique, and we love that about you! Where to find us DYSA SART ROAD SAINT AU AUGUST STIN WAY ROAD NEXT UNION S CONDUIT LA P LA L NE HIG WAT ATER ERGA GATE A E AT WESTG G GU P THE GEORGE CENTRE ILDHALL ST WELB LBY ST P WHARF ROA OAD IGH IG STREET ET AT ATE VINE ST P BLUE UEGA GATE FINKI KIN STREET ST. T.PET PETERS RS HILL ISSAC NEWTON CENTRE MORRISONS MULTIST OREY CAR PARK POST OFFICE EAST STREE REET AVENUE ROAD ST. CAT ATHERINE HERINES ROAD St Peter s Hill, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6PZ Box Office: TIC: i COUNCIL OFFICES GUILDHALL ARTS CENTRE GUILDHALL ARTS CENTRE P P WEL ELHA HAM ST guildhallartscentregrantham Guildhall_Arts Meet some of the team! LOV Lincolnshire One Venues LOV is a network of ten venues across Lincolnshire always looking for ways to engage and involve people in exciting projects, making the county more unique and accessible. An important part of this is to give young people a voice and a way to express themselves. Working with these talented young people, we have created stimulating activities for and by young people, such as our our fortnightly Jam Cafe Providing a platform for local emerging artists. Find out more at A faster way to search and book! Download our free app Search: The Guildhall Arts Centre

4 Autumn // // Bookings Book Online In Person Opening Times: 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday 9.30am to 2.00pm, Saturdays 45 minutes prior to events On the Phone Tel: Outside opening hours, please leave a message and one of our box office staff will get back to you as soon as possible. Credit Cards Payment can be made by Credit / Debit Card in person or by phone. Cheques Cheques should be made payable to South Kesteven District Council and posted to Guildhall Arts Centre Box Office, St Peter s Hill, Grantham, Lincs, NG31 6PZ. Reservations and Collections Reserved tickets must be paid for within five working days of making the reservation, or before 3 working days of the event date. If tickets are not paid for in this time, they will be released for sale. Paid for tickets should be collected at least 15 mins before the start of a show. Prices and Concessions Discounts are available to: Artscene Members Unemployed People Senior Citizens Students Children Under 16 People Receiving Income Support People Receiving Invalidity Benefit or Disability allowance Carers Accompanying a Disabled Person Please bring proof of status when making a booking Please note: Booking fees may apply to each booking at the Guildhall Arts Centre, and a booking fee will be applied per ticket for Meres Live events. Refunds Regretfully we are unable to refund money or exchange tickets. If an event is sold out, we will try to sell unwanted tickets. Children Under 12 Years Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult and will only be admitted to events that are deemed age appropriate. All children require a ticket. Babes in Arms tickets available for selected shows, ask at box office. 4 Exhibitions Come and relax in the Guildhall, which is also home to fortnightly exhibitions by local artists in the coffee shop. We have glass display cases for local crafts people to showcase their home-made creations, which are all available to buy, making great gifts or unique pieces for your home. If you would like to display your work at the Guildhall, please send examples of your work to l.parsons@southkesteven.gov.uk Select A Seat You can select your own seat when booking for all Guildhall Live Events in the theatre online! O N M L BALCONY RIGHT (BR) W Floor Plan K J I H G F E D C B A STAGE W BALCONY LEFT (BL)

5 // // Autumn 2015 What else can we offer you? Group Savings Book more than 10 seats for any Guildhall promoted show and get the 11th ticket free! Also look out for family group deals and student concessions on selected shows throughout the season. Subject to availability. Some deals may not be available online. Room Hire Great Rooms, Great Rates We have a great selection of rooms to suit your needs, whether it s for weddings, functions, conferences or workshop! Contact Tracy on or t.purdy@southkesteven.gov. uk for more information. Sponsorship Opportunities Take advantage of the Guildhall s positive profile in Grantham and its reach within the community by becoming a sponsor of our live brochure or our Meres Live events. For more information, please contact Graham Burley. Tel: or g.burley@ southkesteven.gov.uk Tourist Information Pop in to speak to our friendly staff and find out where to stay, eat and places of interest to visit in the local area. Alternatively, you can visit online at Pick up a copy of our Visitor Guide Meres Live Look out for our bigger events which are hosted at the Meres Meres Leisure Centre, Trent Road, Grantham, NG31 7XQ. Coming up in the autumn season, we have That ll Be The Day, Jimmy Carr, Bill Bailey and many more! See page 9 for the return of Brendan Cole, and pages 10 and 11 for Meres events in the autumn! 5

6 Autumn // // REGULAR Classes D2E Youth Drama D2E is a fantastic opportunity for young people to improve on their acting, singing and dancing techniques, in addition to being involved in live productions on the Guildhall stage. Not only this, but it s a great way to meet new friends and have a brilliant time! This year, the senior group performed Rent School Edition in May, whilst the junior and intermediate groups performed High School Musical Jr in July. Both showed how hard the groups worked, and were enjoyed by the audiences night after night. For more information, please contact Jade Goswell at j.goswell@ southkesteven.gov.uk Junior to 10 years Tuesdays pm 5.30pm Intermediate to 13 years Tuesdays pm 7.15pm Senior plus Fridays pm 7.00pm Dance Ballroom and Latin American with Ann Gibbons Dance Mondays Dancing is a great way to relax and have fun! Whether you re looking to brush up your Quickstep, unleash your Foxtrot or an absolute beginner, there s a class for everyone. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and you ll enjoy yourself learning new steps and the skills to take to the floor with confidence. Adult Dancing from Scratch 7.00pm to 7.45pm per person, per week 4 week course Adult Improvers/Intermediate 7.45pm to 8.45pm per person, per week 4 week course Adult Advanced: 8.30pm to 9.30pm per person, per week 4 week course Enrolment with Ann Gibbons; fees are payable at the beginning of each 4 week period. Due to limited numbers, Arts Centre concessions and discounts are not available. Grantham Occasional Orchestra Saturday 3 October, Saturday 7 November 9.30am 12.30pm 7.00 All you need is your instrument and a music stand to join this dedicated and friendly group of amateur musicians who meet and enjoy playing together. Readers Group Meets second Wednesday of the month 1.00 If you enjoy reading but feel frustrated because there is no one to discuss books with, join our Reader s Group and you ll get the chance to talk about a variety of texts with like-minded people. For more information on any workshops at the Guildhall, call the Box Office: Jam Cafe Jam Cafe is our new open mic session for all young people in the area, creating a laid back atmosphere in our cafe on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month! No need to book a slot if you d like to perform, just bring your instruments, or maybe you d prefer to just chill out with a cuppa and your friends? This event is run by the LOV Directors a fab young people s group organising great events like this for people aged For more information, Emily at Emily@lincolnshireonevenues.com. Wednesday of every month, 4.00pm 5.00pm 6 FREE to watch and play

7 // // FILMS at the Guildhall Autumn 2015 The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel (2015) Thursday 17 September 2.00pm & As the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel has only a single remaining vacancy - posing a rooming predicament for two fresh arrivals - Sonny pursues his expansionist dream of opening a second hotel. Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, Bill Nighy Cert PG mins Selma (2014) Wednesday 7 October 2.00pm & A chronicle of Martin Luther King s campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tim Roth 12A mins Far from the Madding Crowd (2015) Thursday 22 October 2.00pm & In Victorian England, the independent and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak, a sheep farmer; Frank Troy, a reckless Sergeant; and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor. Carey Mulligan, Matthias Schoenaerts, Michael Sheen 12A mins Mr. Holmes (2015) Tuesday 1 December 2.00pm & An aged, retired Sherlock Holmes looks back on his life, and grapples with an unsolved case involving a beautiful woman. Ian McKellen, Laura Linney, Hiroyuki Sanada PG mins Into Film Festival A series of free film and education events for schools and 5-19 year olds across the UK. Monday 9 November 10.00am Mission Sputnik (2013) Mission Sputnik is a sci-fi adventure, set in Germany in the late 80s at the time of the Berlin Wall coming down. Ten year old Frederike invents a teleporting machine to take her over the wall into the West to see her favourite Uncle Mike but things go horribly wrong. It s a race against time to undo the experiment. German with English subtitles Suitable for ages mins 1.00pm The Duff (2015) A high school senior instigates a social pecking order revolution after finding out that she has been labeled the DUFF - Designated Ugly Fat Friend - by her prettier, more popular counterparts. Secondary (12A) 101 mins Bookings open early September with places available on a first come, first served basis. For the latest news and to find out when bookings open, register your interest today at Prices for all: 2.00pm / 3.00 concessions / 4.00 concessions 7

8 Autumn // // Workshops Halloween Family Fun Day Join us for a morning of Halloween themed crafts, face painting and activities! Also join us in for a dance workshop in the theatre to learn a spooky dance to Michael Jackson s Thriller. This then can be performed to family and friends the very same day in our theatre! Crafts 2 per person or Dance and Craft session for just 3! 8 Abstract Art with Sarah Watson BA (Hons) Explore various routes to abstraction in drawing and painting. Classes include blindfolded drawing to music, the history of abstract art, collage, media to include charcoal and acrylics, as well as your own choices. Entirely suitable 6 week course Sept 10, 17, 24, Oct 8, 22, Nov pm 105 to absolute beginners as well as seasoned artists wanting to explore abstraction. Artists to provide all materials except A1 cartridge paper. No easels needed. Please contact Sarah directly: sarahwatsonarts@gmail.com Image by Sarah Watson Guildhall Promoted / Family Monday 26 October Crafts: 10.30am-12.30pm Dance Workshop: 11.00am Performance in theatre at 12.30pm For 0-99 years of age! NITS In Space Will you travel to the Moon or go further afield? What might you find on Mars or Jupiter? It s up to you. We know there will be a drama in it somewhere. Your child will need a packed lunch. Drinks and confectionery all on sale in the Arts Centre. Tuesday 27 October & Wednesday 28 October am 3.30 pm 6 years to 16 years N.I.T.S. is made up of Drama, Dance and Singing Workshops which lead to performance. They are suitable for beginners and for experienced performers. The play is partly pre-structured and partly improvised. Most important of all, the Sessions are fun, an ideal way for young people interested in theatre to spend part of their school holidays. LANDSCAPE & ABSTRACTION An exhibition of paintings and drawings by Sarah Watson BA (Hons) Her first one-woman show in Grantham, artist and well known local tutor Sarah Watson will display what she calls my own work, from the gut and the The Newton Room, November 2015 Free entry. heart. Expect vibrant and expressive semiabstract landscapes in a variety of media, much of which she executes en plein air, to then translate onto canvas in her studio. You should recognise many of the vistas from the immediate countryside around Grantham, even if it is presented through kaleidoscopes of colour and abstraction. Visitors should please check opening times with the box office or at www. sarahwatsonfineart.com Image by Sarah Watson, pastels on paper, 2015

9 // // Autumn 2015 We Are Family Friendly! Did you know that we have signed up to the Family Arts Standards? We welcome families and these are some of the services and facilities that we provide. Regular family shows and workshops Access for buggies Highchairs in the coffee shop Baby changing facilities and accessible toilets Comfy sofas for breastfeeding Babes in Arms tickets for family shows As we continue to improve our service for families your views are very important to us so please let us know if you have a good experience with us or tell us what you d like us to change! Always a sell out, Strictly Come Dancing s Brendan Cole is once again set to dazzle audiences across the UK with his latest show A NIGHT TO REMEMBER. Brendan, one of Strictly Come Dancing s most charismatic choreographers and performers, will host throughout as he leads his cast on a journey of music and dance in a spectacular night of theatrical entertainment. Loaded with ballroom magic and Latin excitement, Brendan s newest live music and dance extravaganza will be 2016 s must see show! Back By Popular Demand! Friday 18 March pm Earlybird Offer! Book before 2 Nov: / concessions / groups of 6+ Usual price: / concessions / groups of 6+ 9

10 at Nursing Lives the Meres Meres That ll Be The Day Saturday 19 September 30th Anniversary Special! The nations favourite rock n roll variety spectacular features a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the 50s, 60s & 70s, plus more hilarious comedy! / concessions / each for groups of 6+ Jimmy Carr - Funny Business Saturday 10 October 8.00pm Jimmy s been described as the hardest working man in comedy. Which, let s face facts, is not that impressive. It s like being the Tallest Dwarf or the Healthiest Glaswegian. Really not that big a deal. Funny Business is Jimmy s brand new stand up show - Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition! Soul Legends Friday 23 October 8.00pm Brand-new, live on stage, coming to you direct from the USA... it s the music of soul legends Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, Lionel Richie, Barry White, Wilson Pickett, Earth Wind & Fire, George Benson, Sam & Dave, Eddie Floyd, The Emotions, Kool & the Gang, Chaka Khan, Edwin Starr and scores more. Come and enjoy the feel-good show of the year / concessions / each for groups of 6+

11 The Carpenters Story Saturday 7 November The Carpenters Story features Phil Aldridge s lavish arrangements, and Claire Furley s uncanny representation of Karen Carpenter. Hits on offer include Yesterday Once More, They Long to be Close To You & We ve Only Just Begun / concessions / each for groups of 6+ Bill Bailey - Limboland Friday 27 November 8.00pm With his trademark intelligence and sharp wit, he tells tales of finding himself in this halfway place, limboland. And no Bill Bailey show would be complete without music, with Bill s version of the protest song, a heart---rending country and western ballad played on a Bible, and a fabulously downbeat version of Happy Birthday Thank You For The Music Friday 4 December 8.00pm The International smash-hit ABBA and Bee Gees spectacular concert. Its Lycra-tight harmonies and superb musicianship have entertained for longer than ABBA in their prime. Featuring the UK s No1 Bee Gees revue, hits include: Mamma Mia, Stayin Alive, Dancing Queen, Night Fever, How Deep is Your Love, Super Trouper; and Bee Gees - penned Islands in the Stream, Grease and If I Can t Have You / concessions / each for groups of 6+ 1 booking fee per ticket Please note: These events take place at the Meres Leisure Centre, Trent Road, Grantham, NG31 7XQ All Meres events are unreserved seating, unless otherwise stated

12 Autumn // // Stamp Your Feet! Jammy and Sticky Productions This new musical comedy is set in a Yorkshire mining town in 1972, against a backdrop of industrial disputes, inflation, and power cuts. Save Our Souls are an up and coming new band who are offered the chance to play in front of a top London agent by the manager of the local miners welfare. But there is trouble ahead for the band with the threat of power cuts. Will they fulfill their dream to become famous and leave the town behind? The score includes Stamp Your Feet, Tonight s The Night, Chucking Out Time, My Mama Said, plus many other brand new songs for the stage. Sponsored by East Midlands Sound and Lighting. Hire / Musical Friday 4 September & Saturday 5 September 8.00 Guildhall Promoted / Exhibition Sunday 6 September 1.00pm 4.00pm FREE entry Guildhall Wedding Fair Join us for our ever popular annual wedding fair full of excellent local wedding services and suppliers. It s also the perfect opportunity to learn more about what we, as a venue, can offer for your special day. There will be a great selection of local wedding businesses, from cakes to transport, bridal gowns to photographers and much more! 12

13 // // Duology: Vincent A stranger to himself & Eine Kleine Nachtmusik Chantry Dance Company Chantry Dance Company presents two compelling contemporary ballets. Vincent a stranger to himself is a dramatic ballet based on the life and loves of Van Gogh. The ballet explores the artist s relationship with the women in his life, and with his one true passion his art. Eine Kleine Nachtmusik set to Mozart s famous composition, offers you, as the audience, a unique experience. The ballet is especially designed for you to create your own interpretation of what you see, and to discover the excitement in feeling free to appreciate the ballet however you wish. Show includes a post show talk back session Photo credit: Dani Bower Guildhall Promoted / Dance Thursday 10 September / concessions / 8.50 students Autumn 2015 Let s Rock The Jukebox Past Masters This is Past Masters third visit to the Guildhall, Grantham and as usual the show will consist of all the favourite hits from the fifties, sixties and seventies, played totally live by musicians who did it all back then. The lads played in bands with Dave Berry and Joe Cocker from their home City of Sheffield and worked extensively with great artistes such as The Shadows, Everley Brothers, Gene Pitney, Del Shannon, Neil Sedaka, The Searchers, and many more. The music varies from great vocal harmonies to instrumentals covering the sound track of your lives. If you were there then, you should be here now! Hire / Live Music Friday 11 September

14 Autumn // // A Solitary Man The Songs of Neil Diamond Bob Drury (The Neil Diamond Story) returns to the Guildhall Arts Centre with a brand new one-man show celebrating the genius of singer/songwriter Neil Diamond. The show starts with some beautifully crafted and emotional ballads including Play Me, Girl You ll Be A Woman Soon and Morningside revealing the sheer quality of Neil Diamond s music and lyrics. The second half of the show picks up the pace and promises a barrage of block-buster hits that span the decades including America, Hello Again, Love on the Rocks, Forever in Blue Jeans, Cracklin Rosie and of course Sweet Caroline. It s a fantastic show and Bob is touring the UK with over fifty theatre dates this year. It s a definite must-see for all Neil Diamond fans! Hire / Live Music Friday 18 September The Pilgrimage of Grace and the Lincolnshire Rising With Don Chiswell The rebellion against Henry VIII during originated in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. It was directed against the policies of the monarch (such as the dissolution of the monasteries and the effects of the enclosure of common land) and was to shake the very foundations of the Tudor dynasty. What were its aims and why did it fail after its initial success? What part did Peterborough play in its suppression? Guildhall Promoted / Talk Monday 21 September 5.00 / 4.00 concessions GARETH RICHARDS MIKE GUNN Darius Davies James Ross Compere Spiky Mike Hire / Comedy Gareth Richards hilarious standup, silly jokes and gorgeously Thurs 24 September low-key comedy songs have doors / 8.15pm start made him an instant favourite on the comedy circuit. Gareth has appeared on Russell Howard s Good News, Live at the Electric (BBC3) and in January performed live on Radio 1 on two separate occasions. Gareth co-hosted Frank Skinner s Sony award-winning Absolute Radio show for two years and supported Frank on his 2014 tour. Mike Gunn has appeared on Michael McIntyre s Comedy Roadshow and has been a top circuit headliner for well over a decade. Miserable, deadpan and very funny! All comedy Club events take place in the ballroom and the bar will be open throughout the evening. 14

15 // // Autumn 2015 Marvellous Imaginary Menagerie Roll up; roll up, for the most magnifical, tremendible and fantasticulous experience in town! The caravan of curiosities and its crew of mysterious misfits have arrived to entertain, amuse and beguile. Join Dr Longitude in his quest to discover how many legs a Decapus has? Is the fabled Massive Paw a myth? Has anyone even seen a Bumblewasp? And what do you feed a Whistling Pank? Packed with puppets, music and magic and from the makers of The Terrible Infants and The Trench comes the world s weirdest wonder emporium! And a cow that looks like Brian May. Guildhall Promoted / Family Saturday 26 September 2.00pm / 8.50 concessions / family of four The Picture of Doreen Gray Lip Service Doreen Gray has it all a drive time radio show, a high ratings TV lifestyle programme and a career that is the envy of all her old chums. But hitting 50 she finds her face no longer fits the bill! At a school reunion she stumbles across a youthful portrait and makes a dark and dreadful pact with the picture that will come back to haunt her Guildhall Promoted / Comedy Wednesday 30 September / concessions 15

16 Autumn // // Grantham Big Brass Band St Barnabas Hospice After continued success, and by popular demand, Grantham Rhythm and Blues Orchestra (GRAB) will be hosting their very own night of big band sounds. Performing hits from Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Buddy Rich, plus many more, Grantham s own big band are set to entertain and delight. GRAB is an exciting musical project in Grantham, formed to provide an outlet for accomplished amateur musicians. Having played several successful gigs in the Grantham and the surrounding area and due to local demand, they will now fill The Guildhall theatre with their very own night of big band jazz. Hire / Live Music Thursday 1 October Hire / Musical Saturday 3 October 7.50 Thoroughly Modern Musicals Tony Peers Production Join us as our stunning vocalists take you on a journey through some of the biggest musicals from the West End and Broadway, including songs from Les Miserable, Miss Saigon, Mamma Mia, and Grease to name a few. Add some glittering costumes and sparkling sets and this show becomes a must for anyone who loves a musical. 16 Mostly Musicals Hi-Notes Highly acclaimed local group the Hi-notes, present an evening of memorable songs from the magical world of the musicals - a not to be missed concert in aid of Grantham Volunteer Dementia Support. The evening will include local classical, fingerstyle guitarist Nigel Truman who has being playing live in the Grantham area for the last 12 years. GVDS are a group of volunteers who run a lunch club, carers group and information outlet for people with dementia and their carers. There will be a raffle during the evening, all money raised will be helping local people with dementia. Guildhall Promoted / Musical Monday 5 October 2.00pm / concessions

17 // // Autumn 2015 Grantham Music Club The Hinson Family Ensemble As a curtain raiser to our new season we are delighted to welcome back a long standing friend of Grantham Music Club, NIGEL HINSON (clarinet) who, together with his immensely talented family, will be performing a varied selection of music ranging from classical to jazz. Nigel s easy rapport with an audience, and the extremely high standard of his and his family s performance, will undoubtedly provide a most entertaining evening. Sponsored by Brigadier Charles Smith in memory of his wife Sonia. Music & Poetry of World War I Entirely appropriately on Armistice Day, RICHARD RODDIS (tenor), with CLIVE POLLARD (piano) and ROSALIND WILLIAMS with GILLIAN VON FRAGSTEIN (readers), will present a personal anthology of words and music by some of those affected by the Great War. Richard is well known throughout the Midlands as a tenor soloist and choral conductor and a few seasons ago performed at the Music Club and also appeared as a soloist for Grantham Choral Society. Wednesday 7 October The Hall of The King s School Wednesday 11 November The Hall of The King s School Cantabile A capella ensemble This hugely talented a capella ensemble return to present a further entertaining evening of music for all tastes for the Festive Season. They proved to be such a popular choice when they last performed at the Music Club, with their mixture of classical and Christmas music, along with items of a lighter comic touch. A new female member has joined them recently as previously they were comprised of four male voices. This should provide added interest! A very suitable choice, we think, for our Christmas Concert. Sponsored by Pigott and Hall Wednesday 2 December The Guildhall Arts Centre Theatre All Grantham Music Club Events are / concessions school ages go free. James Kirby Piano Wednesday 13 January 2016 A Baroque Portrait Wednesday 10 February 2016 Equinox Saxophone Ensemble Wednesday 23 March

18 Autumn // // Guildhall Promoted / Dance Thursday 8 October 8.00pm / concessions Cinderella Ballet Cymru Ballet Cymru & The Riverfront Theatre In association with Citrus Arts and Sinfonia Cymru Award-winning Ballet Cymru return with a sparkling and refreshing ballet based on the eternal fairy tale. Ballet Cymru prides itself on being different and Cinderella will be no exception, with a brand new music score and circus elements combined with the finest classical dance. Ballet Cymru will be working with award winning composer Jack White and Circus company Citrus Arts to conjure a surprising world of wonder and magic. Photo Credit: Sleepy Robot 18 Leveret Leveret features three of England s finest folk musicians in an exciting new collaboration. Andy Cutting, Sam Sweeney and Rob Harbron are each regarded as masters of their instrument and are involved in numerous collaborations with a huge range of artists. Together their performances combine consummate musicianship, compelling delivery and captivating spontaneity. Leveret s music is firmly rooted in the English tradition but is fresh and new, with original settings of ancient tunes sitting alongside new compositions by some of today s finest tunesmiths in the folk field. Sophisticated and honest, considered and spontaneous, each performance is improvised ensuring no two shows are ever the same and each performance is a totally unique experience for the audience. Guildhall Promoted / Live Music Friday 9 October / concessions

19 // // Autumn 2015 Only Fools and Boycie Enjoy an intimate evening with John Challis, one of the nation s greatest comedy actors, best known as Boycie in BBC1 s Only Fools and Horses. In this one-off show the national treasure will reveal secrets from the set with stories and anecdotes from his dazzling career. Having worked with some of the biggest names in show business, he ll be spilling the beans about Only Fools and Horses co-stars like Sir David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst and friends and fellow performers like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Oliver Reed and George Best. He ll also recall tales from his time in Dr Who, Coronation Street and other TV classics. Mr Challis will also meet fans after the show to sign autographs and pose for pictures, while signing copies of his autobiography, Being Boycie, and novel, Reggie: A Stag At Bay. Guildhall Promoted / Talk Saturday 10 October An Evening of Clairvoyance and Mediumship Karen Packwood The Spirit Spa International Clairvoyant Psychic Medium and No. 1 Best Selling Author. Based locally, Karen travels throughout the world bringing messages of love, inspiration and joy from our loved ones in Spirit. If you have been feeling lost or confused, struggling to overcome certain hurdles in your life or just miss the love of a lost one, please come along to share this evening of loving guidance, connection and support. Indulge in an evening of pure love where you ll leave feeling uplifted and renewed. Karen is also available for private readings by ing: karenpackwood@gmail.com or visit: This event takes place in the Ballroom Hire / Clairvoyance Saturday 10 October 7.50 / 6.50 concessions Richard III and the Battle of Bosworth Field Revisited With Don Chiswell Following the archaeological survey which pinpointed the exact location of the battlefield, traditional explanations have Guildhall Promoted / Talk Monday 12 October 5.00 / 4.00 concessions had to be rethought. What really happened? Given the momentous outcome of the event in the history of England, why are there so few contemporary accounts of the day? Why was Richard defeated? Numbers and artillery were to prove less important than a combination of treachery, tactics and the uncommitted. Both Richard III and the battle in which he fell are still the subject of contentious debate. 19

20 Autumn // // 20 Fabulous at 40! Harrowby Singers You re in for a wicked evening of scintillating show tunes, brought to you in celebration of 40 fabulous years of Harrowby Singers. Featuring old favourites and a taste of the new from Oliver to Oklahoma, Dracula to Our House. Who could ask for anything more? Hire / Musical Thursday 15 October Saturday 17 October Thurs & Fri Saturday 2.30pm & 8.50 EARLY BIRD 8 if bought before 1 September Playing Maggie Pip Utton Pip Utton in Playing Maggie. Not merely a reflection on how to portray this lady but a live audience with Margaret Thatcher. Pip Utton IS The Iron Lady! Saviour or witch? Love her or hate her? Not Vince Eager 75 Not Out 75 Not Out is to celebrate the year of Vince Eager s 75th Birthday. With the amazing Memphis Tones, Vince and his pals from yesteryear, Brian Licorice Locking, (former member of Marty Wilde s Wildcats and The Shadows) Roy Clark and Mick Fretwell, will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the formation of Grantham s first group in 1955, The Vagabonds Skiffle Group. They ll be performing many of the skiffle songs from their original shows and will be joined by some very special guests. Licorice will also be performing a special act of instrumental numbers made famous when he played with The Shadows. If it s an evening of pure nostalgia you re after, then look no further. This is it! Guildhall Promoted / Drama Wednesday 21 October / concessions / 8.50 students for Pip to decide, only to portray. She divided the nation like no other politician. Hear her philosophies, her inspiration and her logic. Known throughout the world for spellbinding portrayals of Adolf, Churchill, Dickens, Chaplin, Hancock and many others. Maggie is probably Pip s greatest challenge yet. Pip not only becomes Margaret Thatcher but risks taking audience questions, and answering them as Maggie! Hire / Live Music Tuesday 20 October / concessions