May to September 2018

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1 May to September 2018

Box office boxoffice@chippenham.gov.uk 01249 446699 Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 9am - 4.30pm / Friday 9am - 4pm / Saturday 9.30am - 3pm on performance nights 6.

Access patrons are entitled to a free assistance ticket (this ticket to be used when accompanying an access patron). All guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome.

2 Box office Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 9am pm / Friday 9am - 4pm / Saturday 9.30am - 3pm on performance nights 6.30pm - 8pm Address: High Street, Chippenham SN15 3ER Booking Our concession tickets: Under 16s, over 60s and students. Access patrons are entitled to a free assistance ticket (this ticket to be used when accompanying an access patron). All guide dogs and assistance dogs are welcome. Access: The Neeld is fully accessible from the High Street. If you require any specific assistance, please contact us on or enquiries@chippenham.gov.uk Family ticket: Two adults and two children (under 16). 2 Follow us on Neeld community and arts

May Speaker Martin Hughes-Games and Iolo Williams: Wildlife Road Trip Natural history presenters from Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Winterwatch, Martin Hughes-Games and Iolo Williams team up to

3 May Speaker Martin Hughes-Games and Iolo Williams: Wildlife Road Trip Natural history presenters from Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Winterwatch, Martin Hughes-Games and Iolo Williams team up to present the wild and exciting Wildlife Road Trip. This informative and amusing wildlife show is packed with fascinating facts and fun. Their exciting journey is filled with real life stories and takes the audience behind the scenes of the wonderful world of wildlife and TV presenting. Tuesday 1 May 7:30pm

4 May Comedy Richard Herring: Oh Frig, I m 50! Podfather (the Guardian) and star of Radio 4 s Relativity, Richard Herring gets to the half century (against all odds) and looks at how his life has changed in the last decade, from irresponsible, single kidult, literally fighting his way through a midlife crisis, to married father who is mid-way to the telegram from the Queen (though given she will be 140 in 2067, she might forget to send it). Following on from Oh F***, I m 40!, this is the second (and let s face it, almost certainly penultimate) instalment in Herring s once-adecade examination of ageing. A gloriously infantile delight in mischief, provocation and inspired rudeness THE GUARDIAN Saturday 12 May 8pm Follow us on Neeld community and arts

5 June comedy Matt Forde: A show hastily rewritten in light of recent events again! The UK s leading political comedian and host of Unspun presents a show completely changed by events which haven t yet happened. Ultra-topical comedy as seen on The Royal Variety Performance, Mock the Week, The One Show and Question Time. Now with added Trump. Possibly the best political comedy show on the Fringe. THE TELEGRAPH Saturday 2 June 8pm

6 June Theatre Horrible Histories More Best of Barmy Britain We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! This brand new show, featuring more of your favourite characters from our barmy past, has never toured before and includes a special new scene featuring wordy Will Shakespeare! Find out why the Romans were revolting! Could you survive the vicious Vikings? Can evil Elizabeth entertain England? Would you party with the Puritans? Clap along with crazy King Charles! Vomit with the vile Victorians and prepare to do battle in the frightful First World War! It s history with the nasty bits left in! Sunday 3 June 1:30pm or 4pm Adult / Children Follow us on Neeld community and arts

in 1979 and form a band just to play the blues. No one could have predicted they d still be dazzling audiences with their showmanship and virtuosity.

7 Music The Blues Band: 40 years and back for more! Featuring Paul Jones (Manfred Mann), Dave Kelly, Tom McGuinness, Rob Townsend and Gary Fletcher. Many of the Blues Band s 21st century fans weren t even born when these five virtuosos, already music industry veterans, decided to fly in the face of musical fashion in 1979 and form a band just to play the blues. No one could have predicted they d still be dazzling audiences with their showmanship and virtuosity. About 20 albums and thousands of gigs later, they ve earned a reputation around the world as one of the finest exponents of the blues tradition in all its forms. Thursday 21 June 7:30pm

July music Jive Talkin perform the Bee Gees The timeless repertoire of the Bee Gees is brought to life in this stunning stage production that is taking the country by storm.

8 July music Jive Talkin perform the Bee Gees The timeless repertoire of the Bee Gees is brought to life in this stunning stage production that is taking the country by storm. This charismatic ensemble boasts stars from TV and London s West End and is fronted by real-life family members Darren, Gary and Jack Simmons making for an unrivalled vocal harmony blend. Backed up by a stunning band and live string section, you will be taken on an emotional journey from tender orchestrated 60s classics such as Massachusetts and Words, to the 70s disco classics such as Night Fever, Stayin Alive and Tragedy. An unforgettable evening that will have you both reaching for your handkerchiefs and dancing in the aisles. Friday 6 July 8pm 18 8 Follow us on Neeld community and arts

Opera Pop-Up Opera presents A Mozart Double Bill: Der Schauspieldirektor & Bastien und Bastienne Two delicious one act comedies in which a pair of actresses battle it out to be the prima donna, and a

9 Opera Pop-Up Opera presents A Mozart Double Bill: Der Schauspieldirektor & Bastien und Bastienne Two delicious one act comedies in which a pair of actresses battle it out to be the prima donna, and a pair of lovers tease and test their feelings for each other. These brilliant gems showcase Mozart s gorgeous music and sense of playfulness, the first written when he was just 12 years old and the second in the last 5 years of his life. Two lively and engaging stories that will sit either side of an interval. A rich riot of violent, straightforward passion and beautiful noise THE TIMES Thursday 12 July 7:30pm 17 Standard / 12 Under 16s 9

September Theatre Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Alice s Adventures in Wonderland Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as they present the classic

10 September Theatre Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Alice s Adventures in Wonderland Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as they present the classic tale of Alice s Adventures in Wonderland. Join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of Wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters. From the unforgettable White Rabbit and the madcap Mad Hatter to the terrifying Queen of Hearts, Alice s journey couldn t be filled with more adventure. Presented in beautiful Victorian costume and alive with song, dance and original music, this is a production to delight the entire family. Saturday 1 September 4pm 16 Adults / Students and children 10 / Families (2 Adults & 2 Children) Follow us on Neeld community and arts

11 Speaker Oh Goody! Tim Brooke Taylor in conversation with writer and broadcaster Chris Serle A true master of comedy shares a wealth of great stories and anecdotes from his career on stage, screen and radio including of course The Goodies and I m Sorry I Haven t a Clue. There are plenty of surprises too. We ll hear stories about John Cleese, Richard Wilson, Graeme Garden, Bill Oddie and many more. With luck Tim may just be persuaded to reveal the truth about Samantha and the rules of Mornington Crescent. Add to all this warmth and good humour plenty of clips of great moments from Tim s TV and film appearances and you re sure of a memorable evening of fun and laughter. Saturday 8 September 7:30pm

September music Martin Simpson The remarkable intimate solo performances Martin gives go from strength to strength - every gig is a masterclass.

12 September music Martin Simpson The remarkable intimate solo performances Martin gives go from strength to strength - every gig is a masterclass. He gives rapt audiences passion, sorrow, love, beauty, tragedy and majesty through his playing. Universally acclaimed as one of the finest ever acoustic and slide guitar players, and a fine banjo-picker to boot, his solo shows bear witness to an artist at the very top of his game. Nominated Musician of the Year BBC RADIO 2 FOLK AWARDS 2018 Saturday 15 September 8pm Follow us on Neeld community and arts

Speaker The Many Fictions of William Boyd William Boyd takes to the stagealone- to talk about his life as a creator of many fictions, beginning with the publication of his first novel, A Good Man in

13 Speaker The Many Fictions of William Boyd William Boyd takes to the stagealone- to talk about his life as a creator of many fictions, beginning with the publication of his first novel, A Good Man in Africa in 1981 and ending with an exclusive reading from his latest novel, Love is Blind, that appears this September. Boyd has written fifteen novelspublished around the world and translated into some three dozen languages- four collections of short stories, the screenplays for seventeen films and television mini-series and three produced plays. That s a lot of fiction for one man and Boyd relates the stories and struggles that have ensued in this long and lively career. Friday 21 September 7:30pm

September music 5,6,7,8 The Steps Experience The UKs No.1 tribute show to the biggest pop act of the 90s, Steps! A global phenomenon with a cavalcade of classic party anthems.

14 September music 5,6,7,8 The Steps Experience The UKs No.1 tribute show to the biggest pop act of the 90s, Steps! A global phenomenon with a cavalcade of classic party anthems. Performed by 5 incredibly talented performers, this show faithfully recreates the iconic Steps dance routines with slick vocals and all the hits including One For Sorrow, Tragedy, Chain Reaction, Summer Of Love, Stomp, Dancing Queen, Deeper Shade of Blue, Say You ll Be Mine, Better Best Forgotten, Last Thing On My Mind as well as tracks from their latest album, Tears on the Dancefloor, this is one show to get audiences on their feet and dancing in the aisles. So don t miss 5,6,7,8 THE STEPS EXPERIENCE... it would be a Tragedy! Friday 28 September 8pm Follow us on Neeld community and arts

15 Los Pacaminos Cloudbusting: the Music of Kate Bush Dracula - the Panto! An Evening with Sixties legends The Dreamers Music Los Pacaminos features Paul Young, Drew Barfield, Mark Pinder, Steve Greetham, Jamie Moses and Melvin Duffy (UK s premier pedal steel player). One of the UK s most popular Live touring bands, Los Pacaminos play the very best in Tex Mex Border music from The Texas Tornadoes and Ry Cooder to Los Lobos and even Roy Orbsion. Music Performing the music of Kate Bush with authenticity and passion since 2012, the fivepiece Cloudbusting have been championed by BBC1 as one of the top tributes in the world sees them celebrating this woman s work in theatres up and down the UK with a new show, 40 Years of Kate. theatre Join us for a spooky time as gothic meets slapstick in this fun-packed show which promises to have the whole family screaming with laughter! Dracula- the Panto! has become a true family favourite all over the country it s full of irresistibly scary fun in true panto style telling the tale of the infamous vampire as you have never seen it before! Music Authentic sixties music to fill the dance floor from an authentic sixties group. Alan Mosca and Bryan Byng have been members of the Dreamers, and formerly Freddie and the Dreamers, for over 37 years. The Dreamers have also welcomed to the band two of the most professional artists around- The Temple Brothers. An act in their own right, they are one of the country s leading tribute acts to The Everley Brothers. With their blend of vocals and musicianship, they add an extra dimension to this stunning show. Coming this Autumn Tickets on sale soon! 15

Hire our venues Neeld Community and Arts Centre The Neeld, in the heart of Chippenham, offers a high-quality, flexible venue for professional shows, corporate and private functions and community

It is licensed for wedding ceremonies offering a beautifully, elegant, period location for your marriage.

16 Hire our venues Neeld Community and Arts Centre The Neeld, in the heart of Chippenham, offers a high-quality, flexible venue for professional shows, corporate and private functions and community events and activities. If you d like to discuss booking the venue call or enquiries@chippenham.co.uk Town Hall The Town hall is a superb venue that can be hired. It is licensed for wedding ceremonies offering a beautifully, elegant, period location for your marriage. Located on the first floor of our Town Hall complex in the High Street, it is the most elegant of our rooms. This beautiful air conditioned room can seat up to 140 people for a formal meal or 200 for a corporate conference. Catering and bar facilities are adjacent to the hall. If you would like more information about hiring the hall, enquiries@chippenham.gov.uk or call Follow us on Neeld community and arts

the forum studio theatre

tip top productions www.chestertheatre.co.uk 01244 341296 the forum studio theatre Photo credits: Top left: Mark carline, bottom left Stephen Cain WELCOME Tip Top and some exciting visiting companies have