Patrons Stephen Fry and Sir Antony Gormley s p a c e t o c r e a t e summer 2016 01760 755 800 River Road, Westacre, Kings Lynn PE32 1UD BOOK ON-LINE Visit www.westacretheatre.com for more information
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. shakespeare 400 ALL HAIL! MICHAEL FASSBENDER MARION COTILLARD MACBETH on screen Sat 23 April 6.30pm 20 inc. light supper 2015 3
on screen Westacre Screen presents Wednesday Flicks Wed 27 April Carol (2015) 104 mins Directed by Todd Haynes Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara and Sarah Paulson Wed 4 May and 11 May The Lady Van (2015) 104mins Directed by Nicholas Hytner Maggie Smith, Alex Jennings, Dominic Cooper All films start at 2pm Tickets 7 4 Before the film enjoy a relaxing, light lunch at The Riverside Café open from 12.15pm Places must be pre-booked: 01760 755800
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 presents Momentous Times Five Women and War A dramatic presentation of the extraordinary experiences of five women in Europe during World War I. studio Sunday 8 May 12.30pm 15 inc food 5
studio Friday 13 May 7.30pm 16 Everybody loves Ernest. The only trouble is, he doesn t exist. Or does he? Wholly charming (The Times) Oscar Wilde s comic masterpiece gets The Pantaloons treatment in this anarchic take on this classic comedy of manners. 6 Wonderfully inventive...
westacre theatre company By Gérald Sibleyras Translated by Tom Stoppard HEROES Pure escapism studio Fri 20 Sat 21 Fri 27 Sat 28 May 7.30pm 16/ 12* 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. Directed by Andy Naylor 7
studio Thu 2 Fri 3 Sat 4 June 7.00 pm Dizzy s Dance School Swaffham proudly presents Sat 4 June 2.30 pm 8/ 6** 8 F L I C K S 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. facebook.com/dizzysdancestudio NEW Simple Suppers (SS) Join us for a delicious two course meal served foyer restaurant before each live studio performance from 6.15pm. Must be booked in advance! Available now to book on line 15 per head NEW
studio Irish Champagne Eileanóra and Friends Saturday 11 June 7.30 pm 16 SS Jazz and Blues with a sprinkle of shamrock 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). 9
studio westacre theatre company Fri 17 Sat 18 Fri 24 Sat 25 June 7:30pm 16/ 12* Shirley VALENTINE by Willy Russell Pure escapism 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 BOOK EARLY! 10 Directed by Andy Naylor
HAMLET LIVE from the RSC Directed by Simon Godwin Starring Paapa Essiedu shakespeare 400 Hamlet confronts each of us with the mirror of our own mortality in an imperfect world. As relevant today as when it was written. 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 A new vision of Shakespeare s heartbreaking tale of forbidden love. on screen LIVE! Wed 8 June 7.00pm 12 Thu 7 July 7.00pm 12 11
studio people Westacre Theatre s Young People Present All s NotAs W ellas Yo u d Like It or A Bit of a Do About Something Fri 8 July 7.00pm Sat 9 July 3.00pm & 7.00pm 8/ 5** As Stratford mourns its well-loved son s demise, We jo Bard while in his bed he lies. shakespeare 400 Elysium awaits his final climb, 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. 12 Devised & Directed by Katherine Shaw & Merlyn Salter
shakespeare 400 THE COMPLETE WORKS IN 400 MINUTES! westacre theatre Sat 16 July 12noon to 6.40pm EXACTLY Followed by a barbecue supper! EVERYONE WELCOME 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 13
studio Wed 29 June 12.30pm 16 inc. light lunch 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. 14 A lovely, quietly revolutionary piece The Scotsman 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 CLANPRESS ADVERT TO GO HERE In-house binding and finishing Letterheads and compliment slips Brochures, leaflets and folders Labels, NCR Pads Business cards Exhibition displays Newsletters
JAZZ SUNDAY by the lake Sun 17 July Bring a picnic and enjoy a lazy Summer Sunday DixieMix 12 noon to 3pm 10*** studio Sun 24 July 19**** inc. light tea 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)
on screen Summer Suppers with ENCORE screenings Fri 15 July 16 inc. supper Fri 22 July 16 inc. supper Fri 29 July 16 inc. supper 16
westacre theatre company studio Wed 10 Thu 11 Fri 12 Sat 13 Wed 17 Thu 18 Fri 19 Sat 20 August 7.30pm 16* The quintessential story of friendship and trust. A Southern slice of life that s as warm and comforting as sweet potato pie! Directed by Matt and Sadie Grist 17
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westacre theatre company studio Directed by David Connor Thu 25 Fri 26 Sat 27 Wed 31 August Thu 1 Fri 2 Sat 3 September 7.30pm 16* Sheer theatrical delight The Guardian 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 league. Not much at stake - only Athur s house! 19
people weekly drama workshops FirstStage 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 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 shed
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. shed Sun 5 June 10.30am to 3pm Adults 25 Additional family members 15 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. Sunday 18 June 10am to 4pm 29 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
gallery 3 May to 3 July Angela Edwards: Finding Art in Nature 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. 4 July to 31 July Norfolk Mixed Media Art Group: Pictures for Pleasure In sharing its passion, the Group s painting and drawing aims to be thought provoking as well as a visual delight. 1 August to 4 Sept shed 22 Bob Ledger: Paintings and images 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 Wednesday Playreaders Wednesdays 18 May & 15 June 7.00 to 9.00pm 3/session
ONLINE BOOKING HAS ARRIVED 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. box office: 01760 755 800 administration: 01760 755 007 email: boxoffice@westacretheatre.com online booking: www.westacretheatre.com for SatNav users: PE32 1UD Westacre Theatre is supported by KINGS LYNN KINGS LYNN Kings Lynn GAYTON EAST WALTON WEST BILNEY A47 B1145 MARHAM Hunstanton Fakenham Downham Market Munford NARBOROUGH DOWNHAM MARKET A1122 A47 Holt Dereham B1145 Cromer Norwich SOUTH ACRE GT. MASSINGHAM A47 Westacre Theatre B1145 CASTLE ACRE A1065 A47 SWAFFHAM MUNFORD & CAMBRIDGE FAKENHAM DEREHAM & NORWICH
studio Westacre Theatre Summer 2016 Studio Calendar Sat 23 April Shakespeare s 400th: Film - Macbeth 6.30pm 20 inc food Wed 27 April Wednesday Flicks: Carol 2.00pm 7 Café Fri 29 April feast Theatre: Winter 53 7.30pm SOLD OUT Wed 4 May Wednesday Flicks: Lady Van 2.00pm SOLD OUT Sun 8 May Three s Company: Momentous Times 12.30pm 15 inc food Wed 11 May Wednesday Flicks: Lady Van 2.00pm 7 Café Fri 13 May Pantaloons present: The Importance of Being Earnest 7.30pm 16* SS Fri 20 & Sat 21 May Westacre Theatre Company: Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard 7.30pm 16* SS Fri 27 & Sat 28 May Westacre Theatre Company: Heroes translated by Tom Stoppard 7.30pm 16* SS Thu 2 June Dizzy s Dance Studio Showcase: Flicks 7.00pm 8/ 6** Fri 3 June Dizzy s Dance Studio Showcase: Flicks 7.00pm 8/ 6** Sat 4 June Dizzy s Dance Studio Showcase: Flicks 2.30pm 8/ 6** Sat 4 June Dizzy s Dance Studio Showcase: Flicks 7.00pm 8/ 6** Wed 8 June RSC Live!: Hamlet from Stratford Upon Avon 7.00pm 12 Sat 11 June Eileanora and Friends In Concert 7.30pm 16 SS Fri 17 & Sat 18 June Westacre Theatre Company: Shirley Valentine by Willy Russell 7.30pm 16*SS Fri 24 Sat 25 June Westacre Theatre Company: Shirley Valentine by Willy Russell 7.30pm 16*SS Wed 29 June Fifth Wednesday: Garden written and performed by Lucy Grace 12.30pm 16 inc food Thu 7 July Kenneth Branagh Company Live!: Romeo and Juliet 7.00pm 12 Fri 8 July Westacre Young People: ANAWAYLI The Shakespeare Show 7.00pm 8/ 5** Sat 9 July Westacre Young People: ANAWAYLI The Shakespeare Show 3.30pm 8/ 5** Sat 9 July Westacre Young People: ANAWAYLI The Shakespeare Show 7.00pm 8/ 5** Fri 15 July On Screen Encore: Matthew Bourne s Swan Lake 6.30pm 16 inc food Sat 16 July Shakespeare s 400th: The Complete Works in 400 mins Marathon 12 noon 6.40pm Sun 17 July JAZZ SUNDAY: Dixie Mix bring a picnic, enjoy a lazy Sunday lunch 12 noon 3pm 10*** Fri 22 July On Screen NT Encore: A View from the Bridge by Arthur Miller 6.30pm 16 inc food Sun 24 July King s Lynn Festival: Alauda Quartet In Concert 3.00pm 19**** Fri 29 July On Screen NT Encore: Helen Mirren in The Audience 6.30pm 16 inc food Wed 10 to Sat 13 Aug Westacre Theatre Company: Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling 7.30pm 16* Wed 17 to Sat 20 Aug Westacre Theatre Company: Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling 7.30pm 16* Thu 25 to Sat 27 Aug Westacre Theatre Company: Up n Under by John Godber 7.30pm 16* Wed 31 Aug to Sat 3 Sep Westacre Theatre Company: Up n Under by John Godber 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.