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River Road, Westacre, Kings Lynn PE32 1UD
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shakespeare 400
ALL HAIL!
MICHAEL FASSBENDER MARION COTILLARD
Welcome to SUMMER at Westacre Theatre
Commemorate this special anniversary of Shakespeare’s death (and birth) on the actual date with supper followed by a screening of this highly acclaimed new version of one of his greatest plays.
MACBETH
screen Sat 23 April 6.30pm £20 inc. light supper
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Westacre Screen presents Wednesday Flicks Carol (2015) 104 mins
Directed by Todd Haynes Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara and Sarah Paulson
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What links a German schoolgirl, an American opera singer, a Scottish charity worker, an English governess in Moscow and the third woman to climb Popocatepetl?
Three’s Company Wed 4 May and 11 May
All films start at 2pm Tickets £7
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The Lady in the Van (2015) 104mins Directed by Nicholas Hytner Maggie Smith, Alex Jennings, Dominic Cooper
Momentous Times
studio Sunday 8 May 12.30pm £15 inc food
Five Women and War
A dramatic presentation of the extraordinary experiences of five women in Europe during World War I.
Before the film enjoy a relaxing, light lunch at
The Riverside Café open from 12.15pm Places must be pre-booked: 01760 755800
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By Gérald Sibleyras Translated by Tom Stoppard
Friday 13 May
HEROES Pure escapism
7.30pm £16 Everybody loves Ernest. The only trouble is, he doesn’t exist. Or does he?
studio Fri 20 Sat 21 Fri 27 Sat 28 May 7.30pm £16/£12*
“Wholly charming” (The Times) Oscar Wilde’s comic masterpiece gets The Pantaloons treatment in this anarchic take on this classic comedy of manners.
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“Wonderfully inventive...
Directed by Andy Naylor 1959. France. Three war veterans while away their time in a veterans’ home with plans of escape and revenge on the matron, Sister Madeleine. A warm, gentle, human comedy.
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7.00 pm
Sat 4 June
F L I C K S
2.30 pm £8/£6**
Join us for an exciting evening of music from some of the greatest movies ever made, both old and new. Interpreted in a range of dance styles and interspersed with song.
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NEW
Simple Suppers (SS)
Join us for a delicious two course meal served in the foyer restaurant before each live studio performance from 6.15pm. Must be booked in advance! Available now to book on line £15 per head
Irish Champagne Eileanóra and Friends Jazz and Blues with a sprinkle of shamrock
Saturday 11 June 7.30 pm £16 SS
We are proud to welcome back to Westacre one of the area’s most talented performers for a special concert featuring her own inimitable, mellifluous fusion of jazz and blues accompanied by Tap Robinson (guitar and vocals), Ivars Galienieks (bass), Neil Daniels (harmonica, saxophone and vocals) and Richard Lockwood (keyboards).
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studio Fri 17 Sat 18 Fri 24 Sat 25 June 7:30pm £16/£12*
westacre theatre
Shirley
VALENTINE by Willy Russell Pure escapism
company
Yes, that’s right, Millandra – I’m goin’ to Greece for the sex; sex for breakfast, sex for dinner, sex for tea an’ sex for supper. It’s called the F plan. A funny, moving, exhilarating account of one woman’s mad dash for freedom.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
HAMLET
Directed by Andy Naylor
screen LIVE!
LIVE from the RSC Directed by Simon Godwin Starring Paapa Essiedu
Wed 8 June
Hamlet confronts each of us with the mirror of our own mortality in an imperfect world. As relevant today as when it was written.
7.00pm £12
“A priceless Hamlet with a vivid, brilliant difference.” The Guardian
Romeo & Juliet
The Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company LIVE from The Garrick Directed by Kenneth Branagh Starring Richard Madden and Lily James
BOOK EARLY!
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A new vision of Shakespeare’s heartbreaking tale of forbidden love.
Thu 7 July 7.00pm £12
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Westacre Theatre’s Young People Present
All’s Not As Well As You’d Like It or
people
A Bit of a Do About Something
shakespeare 400
THE COMPLETE WORKS IN 400 MINUTES!
Fri 8 July
Sat 16 July 12noon to 6.40pm EXACTLY Followed by a barbecue supper!
7.00pm
Sat 9 July
EVERYONE WELCOME
3.00pm & 7.00pm £8/£5**
As Stratford mourns its well-loved son’s demise, We join the Bard while in his bed he lies. Elysium awaits his final climb, shakespeare 400 While Bill’s creations visit one last time. Through puppetry, song and, of course, the words of Shakespeare, this young ensemble offers a glimpse into the lives of 400 of the Bard’s characters, both familiar and forgotten.
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Devised & Directed by Katherine Shaw & Merlyn Salter
Join us for this once in a lifetime MARATHON event All those wishing to join us welcome - whether to read a part in just one play or as many as possible. If you have a Complete Works – bring it with you! Please register your interest by Sun 10 July at the latest. Those prepared to seek sponsorship (400p per sponsor!) especially welcome. All proceeds to Westacre Theatre Development Fund. Westacre Arts Foundation Ltd. Reg Charity no: 1057258
ENTRY FEE 400p RING 01760 755800 to REGISTER
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studio Wed 29 June 12.30pm £16 inc. light lunch
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The Garden written and performed by Lucy Grace
A story about what happens when you build a garden in your high rise flat. Told through the lens of office worker Lucy whose only function to her colleagues is to clear the paper jam.
JAZZ SUNDAY
lake Sun 17 July 12 noon to 3pm £10***
Bring a picnic and enjoy a lazy Summer Sunday
DixieMix in the
studio
“A lovely, quietly revolutionary piece” The Scotsman
Sun 24 July £19**** inc. light tea
CLANPRESS ADVERT TO GO HERE • Long run lithographic colour printing • Short run digital colour printing • Large format poster printing • Roller banners and X banners • Health & Safety Signs, • Invitations and postcards • Internal, External & Illuminated signs
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• In-house binding and finishing • Letterheads and compliment slips • Brochures, leaflets and folders • Labels, NCR Pads • Business cards • Exhibition displays • Newsletters
King’s Lynn Festival presents
ALAUDA QUARTET In Concert
Sponsored by Bill and Lesley Watson
BOOKING ONLY THROUGH KLF B0X OFFICE 01553 764864 (Opens Mon 25 April)
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Summer Suppers with ENCORE screenings
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Fri 15 July
Wed 10 Thu 11 Fri 12 Sat 13
£16 inc. supper
Wed 17 Thu 18 Fri 19 Sat 20 August
Fri 22 July £16 inc. supper
Fri 29 July
studio
7.30pm £16*
The quintessential story of friendship and trust.
£16 inc. supper
A Southern slice of life that’s as warm and comforting as sweet potato pie!
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Directed by Matt and Sadie Grist
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Directed by David Connor
Anglia Computers advert
Thu 25 Fri 26 Sat 27 Wed 31 August Thu 1 Fri 2 Sat 3 September 7.30pm £16*
Sheer theatrical delight The Guardian
53 Market Place, Swaffham PE37 7LE
Tel: 01760 336122
The job is on! The Wheatsheaf pub—infamous in rugby sevens has never, ever won a game. But their manager, Arthur, bets his rival, Reg, that he can turn them into an outfit capable of beating The Cobblers - the best team in the league. Not much at stake - only Athur’s house!
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weekly drama workshops FirstStage
shed
School Years 3, 4, 5 & 6 • Tuesdays: 26 April; 3, 10, 17 & 24 May; 7, 14 & 21 June £45 for the series • 4.00pm to 5.30pm
DownStage/UpStage
School Years 7 to 13 • Tuesdays: 26 April; 3, 10, 17 & 24 May; 7, 14 & 21 June • £45 for the series • 6.00pm to 7.30pm
half term drama workshops Beginners Please
Ages 6 to 8 • Wed 1, Thu 2 & Fri 3 June • 10.00am to 3.00pm • £75 for the three days
DramaLive!
Ages 9 to 11 • Wed 1, Thu 2 & Fri 3 June • 10.00am to 3.00pm • £75 for the three days
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Book Making for all the family led by
Caroline Lain
In this family learning workshop have fun creating your very own book using textiles, decorated papers, recycled materials, stamps and collage.
Wild Flowers in Watercolour led by Isobel Bartholemew
An all-day studio-based workshop to develop key skills in accurate drawing, colour matching and composition, effective graded washes and taking charge of shadows.
shed Sun 5 June
10.30am to 3pm Adults £25 Additional family members £15
Sunday 18 June 10am to 4pm £29
summer holiday workshops Midsummer Mayhem
Ages 12 to 15 • Mon 25, Tue 26, Wed 27, Thu 28 & Fri 29 July 10.00am to 3.30pm • £95 for the five days
Beginners Please
Ages 6 to 8 • Tue 30 & Wed 31 August; Thu 1 & Fri 2 September 10.00am to 3.00pm • £85 for the four days
DramaLive!
Ages 9 to 11 • Tue 30 & Wed 31 August; Thu 1 & Fri 2 September 10.00am to 3.00pm • £85 for the four days
Gorgeous Glass with Fi Kilpatrick
An eight week course on the art of stained glass. Make something beautiful for your house, garden or a special present. Suitable for anyone with an interest in glass, art & design or a challenging new hobby.
Wednesdays 27 April 4, 11, 18, 25 May 8, 15, 22, 29 June 6 July £100
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An honest and simple narrative of places that Bob has visited.
Riverside Readers
Wednesdays 4 May, 1 June, 6 July & 3 Aug 7.00 to 9.00pm • £25/year
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Wednesdays 18 May & 15 June 7.00 to 9.00pm • £3/session
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Westacre Theatre
Norwich Downham Market Munford
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B1145 CASTLE ACRE
EAST WALTON
A47 SOUTH ACRE WEST BILNEY NARBOROUGH
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DOWNHAM MARKET
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Wednesday Playreaders
Hunstanton
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Bob Ledger: Paintings and images
Westacre Theatre is supported by
A4
shed
In sharing its passion, the Group’s painting and drawing aims to be thought provoking as well as a visual delight.
Seating: Tickets for most productions and some other events can now be booked on-line at www.westacretheatre.com Box Office 01760 755800: There is a 24 hour answer-phone service on this line. When the office is unmanned, please leave a name and contact number and your call be returned as soon as possible. Discounts: Please note there is a concessionary rate for in-house performances (but not for visiting companies) for students under 21. Special Rates: These are available for school parties and group bookings, please contact the box office for details. Selling On: Once purchased, unwanted tickets may be returned to the box office either on the night or before. These will only be re-sold once all other tickets for that performance are sold out and monies will be reimbursed to the original purchaser in accordance with the value of the re-sale. A handling charge of 10% per ticket will be levied on all such transactions. Stand By Tickets: These may be available 30 minutes prior to each performance. However, performances are usually over subscribed and patrons are advised to book early. All special requirements (end seats, wheelchair spaces etc.) will need to be booked through the box office on 01760 755800. Admission: The Theatre will be open at least 30 minutes prior to the start of each event. Please use the Westacre Theatre car park. Latecomers will be admitted at the discretion of the Duty Manager. Disabled Facilities: Access for wheelchairs and facilities for the disabled. Hearing Loop in operation. NB. Details in this brochure are correct at the time of going to press but may be subject to change.
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1 August to 4 Sept
Norfolk Mixed Media Art Group: Pictures for Pleasure
ONLINE BOOKING HAS ARRIVED
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4 July to 31 July
Angela works closely with the seasons to create pieces of art that link to the abundance that surrounds us every day along with found objects that complement the natural.
KINGS LYNN
3 May to 3 July
box office: 01760 755 800 administration: 01760 755 007 email:
[email protected] online booking: www.westacretheatre.com for SatNav users: PE32 1UD
Angela Edwards: Finding Art in Nature
KINGS LYNN
gallery
studio Sat 23 April Wed 27 April Fri 29 April Wed 4 May Sun 8 May Wed 11 May Fri 13 May Fri 20 & Sat 21 May Fri 27 & Sat 28 May Thu 2 June Fri 3 June Sat 4 June Sat 4 June Wed 8 June Sat 11 June Fri 17 & Sat 18 June Fri 24 Sat 25 June Wed 29 June Thu 7 July Fri 8 July Sat 9 July Sat 9 July Fri 15 July Sat 16 July Sun 17 July Fri 22 July Sun 24 July Fri 29 July Wed 10 to Sat 13 Aug Wed 17 to Sat 20 Aug Thu 25 to Sat 27 Aug Wed 31 Aug to Sat 3 Sep
Westacre Theatre Summer 2016 Studio Calendar Shakespeare’s 400th: Film - Macbeth Wednesday Flicks: Carol fEast Theatre: Winter ’53 Wednesday Flicks: Lady in the Van Three’s Company: Momentous Times Wednesday Flicks: Lady in the Van Pantaloons present: The Importance of Being Earnest Westacre Theatre Company: Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard Westacre Theatre Company: Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard Dizzy’s Dance Studio Showcase: Flicks Dizzy’s Dance Studio Showcase: Flicks Dizzy’s Dance Studio Showcase: Flicks Dizzy’s Dance Studio Showcase: Flicks RSC Live!: Hamlet – from Stratford Upon Avon Eileanora and Friends In Concert Westacre Theatre Company: Shirley Valentine by Willy Russell Westacre Theatre Company: Shirley Valentine by Willy Russell Fifth Wednesday: Garden written and performed by Lucy Grace Kenneth Branagh Company Live!: Romeo and Juliet Westacre Young People: ANAWAYLI – The Shakespeare Show Westacre Young People: ANAWAYLI – The Shakespeare Show Westacre Young People: ANAWAYLI – The Shakespeare Show On Screen Encore: Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake Shakespeare’s 400th: The Complete Works in 400 mins Marathon JAZZ SUNDAY: Dixie Mix – bring a picnic, enjoy a lazy Sunday lunch On Screen NT Encore: A View from the Bridge by Arthur Miller King’s Lynn Festival: Alauda Quartet In Concert On Screen NT Encore: Helen Mirren in The Audience Westacre Theatre Company: Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling Westacre Theatre Company: Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling Westacre Theatre Company: Up ’n’ Under by John Godber Westacre Theatre Company: Up ’n’ Under by John Godber
6.30pm £20 inc food 2.00pm £7 Café 7.30pm SOLD OUT 2.00pm SOLD OUT 12.30pm £15 inc food 2.00pm £7 Café 7.30pm £16* SS 7.30pm £16* SS 7.30pm £16* SS 7.00pm £8/£6** 7.00pm £8/£6** 2.30pm £8/£6** 7.00pm £8/£6** 7.00pm £12 7.30pm £16 SS 7.30pm £16*SS 7.30pm £16*SS 12.30pm £16 inc food 7.00pm £12 7.00pm £8/£5** 3.30pm £8/£5** 7.00pm £8/£5** 6.30pm £16 inc food 12 noon – 6.40pm 12 noon – 3pm £10*** 6.30pm £16 inc food 3.00pm £19**** 6.30pm £16 inc food 7.30pm £16* 7.30pm £16* 7.30pm £16* 7.30pm £16*
SS = Simple Supper Please book in advance (see p8) * £12 concessionary price for under 21s ** concessionary price for under 21s *** under 12s free admittance **** booked through King’s Lynn Festival Box Office:01553 764864; under 18s £10.50 For Youth Drama Workshops and other events please see inside.
