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Protein Dance
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‘TOP QUALITY ENTERTAINMENT… A GOOD NIGHT OUT… THE BEST EVENTS COMING TO A SPACE NEAR YOU.’ THE GUARDIAN The Live & Local Community Touring Network Warwickshire helps volunteer promoter groups bring rural communities together to enjoy high-quality, entertaining and affordable professional live theatre, music, dance and family shows (and film screenings) at a wide range of community venues, from village hall, to church, to school. Tickets are sold locally. For show information, ticket prices and to book, please call the local promoter directly on the telephone number below each show listing. Ticket prices range from £6 - £14. Many of the shows featured are suitable for family audiences and age recommendations are provided for guidance. Disability access. All venues have a commitment to access for disabled people; many have full access and a range of facilities, and others are working towards this goal. For venue and access information, please visit: liveandlocal.org.uk All brochure details are correct at the time of going to press, but please check the website for any changes. Please note that provision of refreshments varies between venues and some may be unable to serve alcohol. Please check when booking tickets.
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Live & Local Community Touring Network Warwickshire is supported using public funding by Arts Council England and Warwickshire local authorities, and is made possible by the support of local volunteer promoter groups.
Live & Local Ltd., Pageant House, 2 Jury Street, Warwick CV34 4EW 01926 402 173 / marketing@liveandlocal.org.uk
NORTHUMBERLAND THEATRE HOW TO MAKE A KILLING IN BOLLYWOOD Warm hearted, superbly acted and brilliantly choreographed musical-comedy of two best friends who journey from a UK takeaway to Bollywood stardom. A joyous play about friendship and ambition, built upon a fantastic soundtrack and injected with infectious Bollywood dance.
‘Their ability to weave storytelling magic is second to none.’
PROTEIN DANCE MAY CONTAIN FOOD, MAY CONTAIN YOU Award-winning dance company Protein explores today's foodie culture in a playful yet thought-provoking dance-theatre show. Immersive and imaginative, this is a fast-moving feast for the eyes, mind and ears, with dancers, plates and food weaving around the audience tables.
‘Lip-smacking fusion of song, dance, mime.’ ★★★★ The Guardian
Ages: 13+
You are invited to bring with you some food that you have made, grown or bought something with sentiment that you wish to offer and share.
Sun 09 Oct 7.30pm
Ages: 12+
The Guardian
Feckenham Village Hall B96 6HN 0333 666 3366
Produced in association with the Rural Touring Dance Initiative (making the best dance happen in small spaces), supported by Arts Council England. May Contain Food, May Contain You is an adaptation of Protein Dance's touring production May Contain Food. Protein Dance is supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Sun 16 Oct 7pm Kineton Sports & Social Club CV35 0DT 01926 641 024
THE FOUNDRY GROUP GILBERT (NO SULLIVAN)
BADAPPLE THEATRE THE LAST STATION KEEPER A funny, heartfelt new comedy recounting the drama of a village railway station house threatened by the development of a high-speed rail link. Will all the memories locked within its walls be lost? Original, brilliantly executed and engaging, this affecting play explores the perils of modern life as the 21st Century 'need for speed' hits the 'old ways' head on.
A rollicking performance of daft, lesser known tall tales and bonkers ballads by the master of Victorian black comedy (and one half of the much-loved musical partnership that was Gilbert & Sullivan). Brought lovingly to the stage by a multi-awardwinning company, this is the perfect night out for fans and a great introduction to one of England's wittiest writers.
‘Superbly funny.’ The Guardian
‘Wonderfully entertaining.’
Ages: 10+
The Times (on Those Magnificent Men)
Thu 20 Oct 7.30pm
Ages: 7+
Newton Village Hall CV23 0DU 01788 860 281 Fri 21 Oct 7.30pm
Gilbert (No Sullivan) is supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Fillongley Village Hall CV7 8EQ 01676 540 072 Sat 22 Oct 7.30pm Stretton on Dunsmore Village Hall CV23 9NA 01926 633 361
Fri 28 Oct 7.30pm St Andrews Church, Shilton CV7 9HX 02476 612 173
ANONYMOUS IS A WOMAN THINK OF ENGLAND A rousing, thought-provoking immersive play of two young ladies travelling the country hosting tea dances for RAF fighter pilots during WW2, and of their real purpose; sending the men off to fight having experienced all of life's pleasures.
‘Excavates women's stories with spirit and invention.’ The Guardian Ages: 12+ Produced in association with the Live & Local DART programme (developing artists for rural touring), and with Community Touring Network promoters in East and West Midlands. Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Wed 09 Nov 8pm The Fleece Inn, Bretforton WR11 7JE 01386 831 173
FOL ESPOIR INSTRUCTIONS FOR AMERICAN SERVICEMEN IN BRITAIN A daft wartime romp about a horde of Yankee servicemen who have landed in deepest, darkest, rural England, confused by the customs of their hosts. A fun, frivolous, feel-good show that plays on our strange British ways.
‘Wholly idiotic, inducing a helpless laughter that almost incapacitates the audience… an unforgettable experience.’ ★★★★ The Stage ★★★★ The Times ★★★★ Sunday Times ★★★★ Time Out Ages: 10+ Instructions For... is supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Fri 18 Nov 7.30pm Whatcote Community Centre CV36 5EE
Fri 18 Nov 7.30pm
01295 680 689
01827 875 352
Hurley Village Hall CV9 2JD
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BOX TALE SOUP ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Alice's remarkable journey to a strange world as re-imaged by fantastic performances, masterful puppetry, a beautiful set that unfolds from a vintage trunk and magical original music. An endlessly enjoyable take on Lewis Carroll's wellloved tale for children and adults alike, as wonderful as any wonderland could be.
‘Loaded with charm... ingenious.’ The Stage
TIM KLIPHUIS TRIO GOES GRAPPELLI This award-winning Dutch jazz violinist is seen by many as the inheritor of jazz violin legend Stéphane Grappelli's crown. Here, his trio, now in their 10th year, bring their compelling interplay to Grappelli's highenergy gypsy swing and jazzed-up classical tunes. ★★★★ The Scotsman
‘The music of Grappelli is alive and well in the hands of Tim Kliphuis and his musicians.’ Nigel Kennedy
‘I was completely mesmerised by this enchanting production.’
Ages: 10+
Joanna Lumley
Supported by Live & Local Friends.
Ages: 4+
Thu 08 Dec 7.30pm Barnacle Village Hall CV7 9LD
Thu 01 Dec 7pm
02476 619 126
Stretton on Fosse Village Hall GL56 9SH
Fri 09 Dec 7.30pm
07887 556 956
Owen Street Community Arts Centre, Atherstone CV9 1DG
Sun 04 Dec 3pm
01827 713 634
Bubbenhall Village Hall CV8 3BD
Sun 11 Dec 7.30pm
02476 305 931
Feckenham Village Hall B96 6HN 0333 666 3366
JEZ LOWE & THE BAD PENNIES SNOWED IN Musical Christmas cheer from Geordieland with double BBC Folk Awards 2015 nominee Jez Lowe and his terrific band. Part folk concert, part musichall revue, this is a warm, rousing festive show of great songs, excellent performances, and entertaining chat.
MAMBO JAMBO IN CONCERT Musical sunshine from a multi-talented, multiinstrumental acoustic roots duo: an upbeat, feel-good concert mixing sounds and styles from around the world with wonderful banter and a great stage presence.
‘An extremely listenable criss-crossing of world music boundaries… nice!’
‘One of the hottest acts around.’
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The Telegraph
Ages: 6+
Ages: 10+
Sun 11 Dec 7pm
Sat 10 Dec 7.30pm
Kineton Sports & Social Club CV35 0DT
Fillongley Village Hall CV7 8EQ
01926 640 121
01676 540 072
THE BIG SCREEN CINEMA EXPERIENCE ON YOUR DOORSTEP. Big Picture Show screenings open up a world of experience for communities, transforming local venues into cinemas in which family, friends and neighbours come together to be entertained, to escape, to be inspired. To watch great films in very special locations. Films range from family favourites and Hollywood blockbusters, through timeless classics and new independents, to musicals and sing-alongs.
‘For me, the cinema is not a slice of life, but a piece of cake.’ Alfred Hitchcock If you haven't been to one of our screenings before please give us a try. Say goodbye to the world for a couple of hours, and hello to something magical and amazing. Visit bigpictureshow.org.uk to find out what's showing in your area. Films are added all the time to our screening list so join our e-news online to keep updated. Interested in hosting a film screening in your community? Please email admin@bigpictureshow.org.uk to get involved and share your ideas and experience.
BECOME A FRIEND TODAY We have three levels of membership with varying benefits to each level, as outlined below:
Membership Options Silver (£20) Thank-you on our website and in our e-newsletters; 1 x Buy One Get One Free Ticket Voucher; regular Friends' Newsletters.
Gold (£45) Thank-you on our website and in our e-newsletters; 2 x Buy One Get One Free Ticket Vouchers; regular Friends' Newsletters; advance season mailings; invitations to Showcase Events; membership of our 'Go And See' (GAS) talent scouting scheme.
Platinum (£75) Thank-you on our website and in our e-newsletters; 3 x Buy One Get One Free Ticket Vouchers; regular Friends' Newsletters; advance season mailings; invitations to Showcase Events; membership of our 'Go And See' (GAS) talent scouting scheme; a free gift; Curated Programming; other occasional special events, invites and benefits. All prices inclusive of VAT For more information or to become a Friend visit liveandlocal.org.uk or choose a membership option, complete the form below and return to us with a cheque for the correct amount made payable to Live & Local Ltd. You will then receive a welcome pack in the post.
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