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PROGR AMME
JULY – AUGUST 2021
THEBREWHOUSE.NET
WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SUMMER AT TAUNTON
BREWHOUSE, WITH A RANGE OF PERFORMANCES, FILMS,
AND EVENTS FOR ALL.
As we continue to welcome audiences back to the theatre, we are programming
plenty of outdoor performances to introduce new audiences to our work and to cater
for those who feel safer engaging with activity outside in the fresh air.
We have a range of free events in Somerset Square throughout July and August
especially for families to enjoy during the Summer Holidays. We will be celebrating
Taunton Live and Pride on 17 July in partnership with GoCreate, and collaborating with Exmoor-based
Pleasure Dome Theatre Company (as well as The Museum of Somerset and The Castle Hotel) to bring
Shakespeare’s magical A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Castle Gardens in August.
Continuing the partnership theme, we are thrilled to bring you the BrewHaHa Comedy Weekend on the 23
& 24 July with main house and studio acts in comedy festival-style, in association with Genius PR & Events.
The auditorium welcomes back some of our all-time favourite music acts for a truly Great Night Out with
friends and family, and we bring you filmed theatre and exhibition with Alfie Boe & Michael Ball: Together
Again from the O2; Arthur Miller’s modern classic play The Crucible from the National Theatre; and
Gauguin from The National Gallery, in the first ever exhibition devoted to the French artist’s portraiture.
Our Gallery hosts Somerset Art Gallery Trust’s eARTh exhibition, celebrating the best of the Somerset’s
artists’ responses to the natural environment, and free to enjoy until 12 September.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Amy Bere – Chief Executive
VOLUNTEER AT TAUNTON BREWHOUSE! FIND OUT MORE BY COMING
ALONG TO ONE OF OUR OPEN DAYS ON FRIDAY 9 JULY OR SAT 10 JULY
BETWEEN 2PM – 4PM.
If you have a few hours spare a week and would like to get involved – whether it is front of house, in the
box office or bar, or behind the scenes helping our technicians – get in touch by emailing volunteers@
thebrewhouse.net and find out about the many opportunities available. We are holding open days for
volunteers on Friday 9 and Sat 10 July so they can meet the team and find out about the positions available.
Do please let us know if you intend to come along by contacting us on the email above. We look forward to
meeting you.
HOW TO BOOK
Online brewhouse.net
Phone 01823 283 244
In person Box Office open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm
Everyone is welcome at The Brewhouse. If you have any access needs,
please contact the box office in advance of your visit.
feedback@thebrewhouse.net
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YOUR SAFETY AT THE BREWHOUSE
We are following government guidelines to help keep you safe during your visit. Subject to changes in
guidance, it is a requirement that you wear a mask or face covering when inside the building and when
seated in the auditorium.
TICKETS DRINKS & THE BAR
All tickets can be purchased online prior to an The Brewhouse Bar will be open as soon as you
event. Walk-up spaces may be limited, but we arrive, selling a range of bottled refreshments and
will be able to accommodate card or contactless snacks. Hot drinks will also be available. We will
sales ‘on the night’. All tickets will be issued be dispensing all beverages into disposable cups
electronically. Where possible, please avoid printing for the foreseeable future. Please note that we will
eTickets. You can display them on your phone or be accepting card payments only – contactless
tablet at the door. preferred. The bar closes after the show starts or
after the interval (where applicable).
SEATING
To make your experience as safe and enjoyable RUBBISH
as possible, while social distancing guidelines are Help us to keep Taunton Brewhouse a safe
in effect, we are running the theatre at a much- environment for audience members and staff: if you
reduced capacity. have any rubbish such as bottles, cans or wrappers
please take them out of the auditorium with you and
dispose of them in one of the receptacles on site.
YOUR ARRIVAL
The venue will be open from an hour before
each event, so please arrive with plenty of time LEAVING THE BUILDING
to navigate the venue and get settled. Staff and After your visit to Taunton Brewhouse please
volunteers will be onsite to warmly welcome choose the most easily accessible and clear route
you and – in the case of there being additional out of the building. All doors will be open at the
accommodations made to comply with government end of performances.
safety guidelines – explain how things have
changed. Signage to help guide you and to keep If you have any further questions or enquiries,
you informed. please email boxoffice@thebrewhouse.net
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It’s a fresh start for Taunton Brewhouse, one that The results showed that people wanted the
reflects our ambitions of remaining the principal flexibility to access the arts in a variety of ways,
arts centre in the region with a reputation for from online digital activity to more events in
innovation, and a commitment to programming high outside spaces, to partnering with other venues
quality art in all genres. around the region so the arts can come out to
them. They wanted more theatre, live music and
Our aim is to support and develop artists at each comedians – in a comfortable setting where you
stage in their career – and establish a working don’t have too far to walk.
relationship with them going forward, which
showcases and celebrates their success. See our All feedback was taken on board and fed into plans
new Distillery strand. for the venue and programming activity.
We want to become a social hub for the community The last year has proved to be a difficult time for
– a place that embraces inclusivity where everyone the arts (as it has for everyone) and our new look
can be assured of a warm welcome. Not least we reflects the turning of a page and to stretch that
want to be accessible to all. metaphor further – the start of a story, and one we
hope you will join us in writing.
Why now? We took the enforced closure by Covid
as an opportunity for reflection. We wanted to think Our ultimate aim is that Taunton Brewhouse
about how we were going to work in the future is a thriving arts centre and community hub,
and what we should be prioritising. The results of accessible to everyone and where all will receive
a public consultation carried out in February 2021 a warm welcome.
played a large part in that discussion. Any interested
parties got the opportunity to tell us how they With thanks to the Government’s Culture Recovery
wanted to access the arts, what they wanted to see Fund for funding this process.
more of and what was important to them.
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THE
DISTILLERY
THE DISTILLERY they will each develop a new piece of work while
learning about such key concepts as structure,
Taunton Brewhouse is undertaking a new and character and dialogue.
important programme of activity giving South West
artists across genres the opportunity to experiment Distillery Mixers – Artists benefit from talking
and develop their skills in a supportive setting. The to each other. Dialogue turns into ideas and
Distillery is a real opportunity for practising artists collaborative work. Taunton Brewhouse will host
and creative groups to take a step up in their career, regular gatherings for local artists, where they
develop their practice and showcase their bold, will have the opportunity to meet and network
brilliant ideas. It is also an exciting opportunity with each other in a convivial setting, with
for Taunton Brewhouse to establish a relationship refreshments provided and subsidised tickets to a
with artists at a transitional time in their career and show directly afterwards.
continue that link as they go forward and progress
to new challenges. The Distillery will celebrate the Distillery Masterclasses & Surgeries – Local
wealth of artistic talent in the region and to share artists and theatre professionals will be
innovative new experiences. offered career development masterclasses
and one-on-one surgeries run by creative
The programme consists of four strands: professionals, to gain valuable insight into
diverse areas of creative practice, from how
Distillery Takeover – For a week in September, the to find funding to how to direct your first play,
building will be given over to a selection of artists and and everything in between.
companies to create new performance projects. They
will receive space, seed funding and organisational Upcoming Distillery Events & Opportunities
support to help develop their ideas, which will be
presented for a live audience at the week’s end. Artist Mixer – 6pm, Friday 23 July 2021
Distillery Writers – An eight-week course run for If you have any questions, please email
new playwrights and writers-for-performance, where programme@thebrewhouse.net
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SUMMER HIGHLIGHT
TAUNTON LIVE & PRIDE
17 JULY
12.00PM – 5.00PM
TAUNTON BREWHOUSE | FAMILY
Feel the love this July as we celebrate
Taunton Live & Pride 2021! Hosted by
GoCreate, the annual festival showcases
events throughout June, July and August.
Here at Taunton Brewhouse, we are proud
to be supporting the festival by opening
up our venue to audiences across Taunton.
We will be hosting a number of activities
throughout the day, including art classes,
storytelling workshops, live performances, and
interactive experiences. Taunton Live & Pride
is a celebration of arts, culture, diversity and
inclusivity through a showcase of exhibitions,
gigs, workshops, trails and performances, plus
a free Festival Day in the centre of town.
(Please check www.thebrewhouse.net
https://tauntonlive.co.uk/ or https://
tauntonpride.co.uk/ for up to date details of
events)
incorporating Taunton Live Arts Festival and
Taunton’s first Pride.
COMMUNITY BANNER MAKING OPEN HEART CLOWN SURGERY
3 JULY 17 JULY
10.00AM – 1.00 PM 10.45AM
Tickets £FREE Tickets £FREE
Fancy a fun Saturday morning collaboration? A playful, interactive, joyous journey to
Bring your family along to this free workshop awaken our imaginations and enliven our
and help design a Community Banner based senses as we ease back into nature and
on the theme “Love Wins” for Taunton Live connect with each other again.
& Pride. The painted canvas will be displayed
outside the Brewhouse especially for the
festival. Aprons provided but please wear
sensible clothing.
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SUMMER HIGHLIGHT
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
PLEASURE DOME THEATRE COMPANY
11 - 12 AUGUST
6PM | CASTLE GARDENS, TAUNTON | DRAMA
Tickets £15 adults, £13.50 (over 70s), £10 under 16, £45 family ticket
King Theseus and Queen Hippolyta are having a summer party, bigger and better than any before,
and you’re invited! But beware of gate-crashers of a particularly magical nature – once you’re in the
forest, things can get a little wild…
Performing in a magical outdoor wonderland accessed through the museum gates, a company of
mischievous fairies, love-blind romantics and earnest actors, directed by the award-winning Scott Le
Crass, look forward to welcoming you to a festival like no other.
Exmoor’s own Pleasure Dome Theatre are partnering with Taunton Brewhouse and The Museum
of Somerset to bring you a groovy new production of William Shakespeare’s classic comedy A
Midsummer Night’s Dream filled with music, mayhem, and magic!
This production will be in Castle Gardens. Entrance will be through the Museum of Somerset.
“A perfect evening with superb entertainment. Very imaginative.”
Britishtheatre.com for LEAR 2019
Supported by Taunton Brewhouse, The Museum of Somerset and SANHS
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JULY
SHOWSTOPPER! THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL
16 JULY
7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC | 12+
Tickets from £16.50
A brand-new musical comedy is created from scratch at each performance, as audience suggestions
are transformed on the spot into all-singing, all-dancing productions with hilarious results. If you can’t
make the performance, you can still take part by booking one of our special live stream tickets.
Live Stream Available
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JULY
COUNTRY SUPERSTARS
DOLLY PARTON & FRIENDS
29 JULY
7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC
Tickets from £21
This truly unique show is hosted by Sarah Jayne
who has been performing as Dolly Parton for over
25 years and is Europe’s leading tribute to the
Queen of Country. Alongside award-winning vocal
impersonator Andy Crust, the pair take us on a
journey showcasing some of the most influential
icons who shaped country music history. Each
artist not only sounds and looks like the Country
Star they portray, these professional performers
have transformed themselves through hours of
dedicated practice at their craft. Every detail is
taken into consideration from script, choice of
songs, hair, make-up and mannerisms, as well as
professional costumes and props. Kenny Rogers
himself stated that Sarah Jayne and Andy Crust’s
tribute to Kenny and Dolly is Europe’s Leading
Tribute Act.The show features Patsy Cline, Johnny
Cash, Kenny Rogers, Shania Twain, Willie Nelson,
Garth Brooks, John Denver and Glen Campbell,
with the renowned Tennessee Allstars Band.
THE DRIFTERS
30 JULY
7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC
Tickets £31
The Drifters are back on tour in the UK and heading to Taunton Brewhouse with a brand-new show
performing all their classic hits from the last six decades. The legendary group have previously been
inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and are listed among the greatest artists of all time.
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SUMMER HIGHLIGHT
NIGHT 1 - BREWHAHA COMEDY WEEKEND ROGER MONKHOUSE (MC), CAROLINE
MABEY, GRAHAM WHISTLER AND HEADLINE ACT, CHARLIE BAKER
23 JULY
FROM 8.00PM | MAIN HOUSE | COMEDY Tickets from £15 (16 +)
Come to the Brewhouse this July for a riotous weekend of the freshest comedy around, courtesy of
the BrewHaha Comedy Weekend. From much-loved favourites to exciting new talent, the BrewHaha
Comedy Weekend really does offer something for everyone. The first night of the event will see
headline act, Charlie Baker (seen in the IT Crowd), wow audiences with his versatile talents as a
stand-up comedian, actor and highly acclaimed jazz-singer. He will be joined by Caroline Mabey (the
slightly deranged offspring of a ménage à trois between Vic Reeves, Harry Hill and Floella Benjamin –
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard) Graham Whistler.
NIGHT 2 - BREWHAHA COMEDY
WEEKEND
BREWHAHA COMEDY WEEKEND NOEL BRODIE (MC), DANNY POSTHILL, ALF,
ROBIN MORGAN STUDIO SHOW
AND HEADLINE ACT, ANGELA BARNES
24 JULY
24 JULY
FROM 5.30PM | STUDIO| COMEDY
FROM 8.00PM | MAIN HOUSE| COMEDY
Tickets from £9.50 (16 +)
Tickets from £9.50 (16 +)
A new hour show from Robin Morgan (as seen
MC – Noel Brodie takes to the stage along
on BBC’s Mock the Week). Welsh stand-up
with Danny Posthill, a stand-up with a gift for
comedian Robin Morgan will be bringing his
impressions, Alf, a Devon-based comedian seen
five-star sell-out Edinburgh Fringe show, ‘What
on Britain’s Got Talent and headline act Angela
A Man, What A Man, What A Man, What A
Barnes, an award-winning comedian and Radio 4
Mighty Good Man (Say It Again Now)’ to the
regular, seen most recently on Mock the Week
Brewhouse Studio. Not one to be missed!
this May with fellow guest Robin Morgan.
10SUMMER HIGHLIGHT FREE FAMILY ACTIVITY OUTSIDE IN SOMERSET SQUARE
DOUBLES
JOE GARBETT DANCE
3 JULY
11AM & 12.30PM | SOMERSET SQUARE | FAMILY
Tickets £FREE
Doubles brings bursts of colour to the
streets in a collision of dance and ping pong.
Watch as the dancers spin and slide in this
playful pop-up performance that smashes
expectations of dance and advocates the
importance of safe, positive, and accessible
public spaces. Grab a bat and join in!
BOXES
KERCHIEF THEATRE COMPANY
24 JULY
11AM & 12.30PM | SOMERSET SQUARE | FAMILY
Tickets £FREE
THE CAMERAMAN
Using a mixture of storytelling, movement and 7 AUGUST
music, two actors create an energetic piece that 12PM | SOMERSET SQUARE | FAMILY
is sometimes funny, sometimes grotesque, which Tickets £FREE
explores our experience of challenging times and
the role hope plays in getting us through. From ‘sometime in the future’, a jaded detective
looks back on his early career as a young crime-
Inspired by the Greek mythological fragment fighter in the ‘Roaring 20s’ – the days of fake
Pandora’s Box, Kerchief Theatre Company’s new news, a world pandemic and global warming.
show for 2021 will appeal to adults and children
alike, as it asks its audiences to consider their
own responses to life’s challenges, and the ways
in which hope creates resilience.
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SUMMER HIGHLIGHT FREE FAMILY ACTIVITY OUTSIDE IN SOMERSET SQUARE
THE HOLLAND HANDKERCHIEF
KERCHIEF THEATRE COMPANY
15 AUGUST
11AM & 12.30PM | SOMERSET SQUARE | FAMILY
Tickets £FREE
When a young romance is thwarted by
the powers that be, life and death prove
to be the mysterious ultimate executors of
fate. The Holland Handkerchief combines
storytelling, movement and live original music
and is based on the folk ballad of the same
name. It tells the story of a wealthy squire’s
daughter who is forbidden from marrying her
lover, and of the terrible consequences of
his actions. Somerset’s own Kerchief Theatre
Company and alt-folk sister duo Currer Bell,
have combined hauntingly beautiful music
and stagecraft, to tell this curious tale of love,
loyalty, and honour.
ROMEO & JULIET BEWARE OF PIRATES!
THE THREE INCH FOOLS OUT OF BOUNDS THEATRE
8 AUGUST 28 AUGUST
4.30PM | SOMERSET SQUARE | FAMILY 11AM & 12.30PM | SOMERSET SQUARE | FAMILY
Tickets £FREE Tickets £FREE
The Fools are dusting off their instruments and BEWARE! Taunton has been invaded by
stepping back into the great outdoors with a PIRATES! They are seeking a new crew for
brand new production of Romeo & Juliet. Prepare plundering and adventure on the high seas. If
for a carnival of passion and imagination as The ye should encounter these scallywags you will
Fools present the world’s favourite love story on be trained as part of the crew. This will result
Somerset Square, one of Taunton’s best kept in convulsions of laughter and merry piratical
secrets. 1 hour running time – please bring a chair. fun! YE BE WARNED!
12AUGUST
SARAH & DUCK
3 & 4 AUGUST
TIMES VARY | MAIN HOUSE | FAMILY
Tickets £14
The enchanting world of Sarah & Duck is brought to life in a brand-new stage show, featuring two
wonderful characters from the BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show. Join Sarah and Duck and a
host of your favourite friends as they plan a birthday party for Scarf Lady in their garden.
ONE NIGHT OF CELINE DION BEYOND THE BARRICADE
6TH AUGUST 7 AUGUST
7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC 7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC
Tickets £24 Tickets £24.50
Join us for One Night of Celine starring Celebrating a fantastic 22 years of touring
Tracey Shield and her sensational live band. in 2020, the UK’s longest running Musical
Performing 2 hours of hit after hit, including Theatre Concert Tour features past principal
The Power of Love, All By Myself and, of performers from Les Misérables and delivers
course, My Heart Will Go On, this is a show over two hours of the best of Broadway
that will leave you wanting more. and the West End, ending of course with a
stunning finale from Les Mis.
13AUGUST
PUSS IN BOOTS THE MIGHTY KIDS BEATBOX
12 AUGUST COMEDY SHOW
11.30AM | MAIN HOUSE | FAMILY 13 AUGUST
Tickets £9.50 2.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | FAMILY
Tickets from £7.50
Would you trust a talking cat? You never
know, he might turn you from a pauper to a Calling all kids aged 5 to 100, join our MIGHTY
prince just like the hero of this story! With a gang! A sensational interactive show, where
host of puppets, a working windmill, and an the worlds of comedy and beatboxing collide
avalanche of fruit and nuts, this show truly with electrifying results. Pick-up beatboxing
is the cat’s whiskers – one to entertain the tips to impress your friends, make mind-
whole family! blowing music, win prizes, and laugh through
your pantaloons!
ARRIVAL IGNACIO LOPEZ
14 AUGUST 18 AUGUST
7.30PM | TAUNTON BREWHOUSE | MUSIC 7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | COMEDY
Tickets £25.50 Tickets £9.50
Over 45 years since their legendary Eurovision Spain’s best export, Ignacio Lopez (as seen on
win, come and join us to celebrate the music BBC Sesh) slams Spanish and British culture in
of one of the biggest selling and most iconic a relentlessly funny show about holidays, food
bands of all time. ARRIVAL’s multi award and childhood. An armada of sarcasm, silliness
winning show returns to Taunton Brewhouse and songs!
for 2021 following sell-out shows in over 20
different countries worldwide, bringing the
magic of ABBA to stages across the UK
14AUGUST
THINK FLOYD THE HISTORY OF ROCK
19 AUGUST 20 AUGUST
7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC 7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC
Tickets from £24.50 Tickets from £20.50
Dubbed the Definitive Pink Floyd Experience, Join us for THE HISTORY OF ROCK – a
Think Floyd are renowned for their stunning spectacular celebration of rock music through
celebration of the music of one of the world’s the decades. This jaw dropping night will
greatest musical phenomenon. Following transport you through the golden ages of
their hugely successful 2019 tour, the band rock! Featuring the music of artists such as
continue their celebration of this classic Led Zeppelin, Cream, Guns n’ Roses, AC/DC,
album with a new production for 2021. Queen and many more.
ABBA FOREVER OH! CAROL - THE SEDAKA STORY
21 AUGUST 27 AUGUST
7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC 7.30PM | MAIN HOUSE | MUSIC
Tickets £25 Tickets £22
ABBA Forever is one of the UK’s leading From their humble beginnings in Brooklyn to the
international tribute shows. Theatre audiences from dizzying heights of their success in the 50s & 60s,
across the world have long enjoyed this superb the song-writing genius of Neil Sedaka and Howard
recreation of the world‘s greatest pop group, and Greenfield will go down in musical history as one
now they are giving you the chance to relive their of the most successful partnerships of all time.
timeless sound, live and in person. Don’t miss This show is packed full of hits such as Calendar
Benny, Bjorn, Agnetha and Anni-Frid for a night of Girl, Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen, Stupid Cupid,
glitz, glam and a well-polished, light-hearted show. Laughter in the Rain, and of course Oh! Carol.
15FILM
FIRST COW THE FATHER
6 JULY | 7.00PM 11 JULY | 2.30PM & 7.00PM
Kelly Reichardt | Cert 12A | 122 mins | USA | 2019 Florian Zeller | Cert 12A | 96 mins |
UK/France | 2020
A skilled cook has travelled west and joined
a group of fur trappers in Oregon, though he A man refuses all assistance from his daughter
only finds true connection with a Chinese as he ages. As he tries to make sense of his
immigrant also seeking his fortune. Soon the changing circumstances, he begins to doubt
two collaborate on a successful business. his loved ones, his own mind and even the
fabric of his reality.
RARE BEASTS MY NEW YORK YEAR
13 JULY | 7.00PM 20 JULY | 7.00PM
Billie Piper | Cert 15 | Time | UK | 2020 Philippe Falardeau | Cert 15 | 101 mins |
Canada/Ireland | 2020
Mandy (Billie Piper) is a modern woman in a
crisis. Raising a son, Larch (Toby Woolf) in the In 90s New York City, recent grad and aspiring
midst of a female revolution, mining the pain writer Joanna (Margaret Qualley) lands a job as
of her parents’ separation and professionally assistant to J.D. Salinger’s literary agent Margaret
writing about a love that no longer exists, she (Sigourney Weaver). While responding to Salinger’s
falls upon a troubled man, Pete (Leo Bill), who fan mail, she becomes reluctant to send the
is searching for a sense of worth, belonging agency’s generic letter and begins personalising
and ‘restored’ male identity. each response. Joanna, in adopting the great
writer’s voice, soon begins to discover her own.
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IN THE HEIGHTS
22 JULY | 7.00PM
Jon M Chu | Cert PG | 143 mins | USA | 2021
The scent of a cafecito caliente hangs in the air just outside of the 181st Street subway stop, where
a kaleidoscope of dreams rallies this vibrant and tight-knit community. At the intersection of it all is
the likeable, magnetic bodega owner Usnavi (Anthony Ramos), who saves every penny from his daily
grind as he hopes, imagines, and sings about a better life.
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NASHVILLE
27 JULY | 7.00PM
Robert Altman | Cert 15 | 160 mins | USA | 1975
Robert Altman’s masterpiece NASHVILLE
is set in country music’s capital, as America
approaches its bicentennial. It is now
gloriously restored in 4K. A magnum opus
offering a sceptical commentary on modern
America, Nashville follows a host of credibly
colourful characters – musicians, agents, fans,
journalists, politicians, locals – over five days
in the city’s busy concert schedule
MCKELLEN: PLAYING THE PART SUPERNOVA
28 JULY | 7.30PM 10 AUGUST | 7.00PM
Joe Stephenson | Cert 12 | 88 mins | UK | 2017 Harry Macqueen | Cert 15 | 93 mins | UK | 2020
Constructed around a 14-hour interview, It is deep Autumn and Sam (Colin Firth) and
McKellen: Playing the Part uncovers the Tusker (Stanley Tucci), partners of twenty
remarkable story of actor Sir Ian McKellen. From his years, are on holiday. They are travelling
upbringing living through the Second World War, across England in their old campervan visiting
working through repertory and West End theatre friends, family and places from their past.
becoming a pioneering stage star, coming out and As the trip progresses their individual ideas
being a leader in the campaign for equality, to his for their future begin to collide. Secrets are
mainstream film breakouts as Magneto and Gandalf. uncovered, private plans unravel and their
love for each other is tested like never before.
18FILM & EVENT CINEMA
ANOTHER ROUND TOVE
17 AUGUST | 7.00PM 24 AUGUST | 7.00PM
Thomas Vinterberg | Cert 12A | 117 mins | Zaida Bergroth | Cert 12A | 103 mins | Finland/
Denmark/Sweden/Netherlands | 2020 Sweden | 2020
There is an obscure philosophical theory that Tove is the captivating story about the
humans should have been born with a small creative energy of iconic Moomins creator
amount of alcohol in their blood. Intrigued, Tove Jansson, and her turbulent search for
Martin (Mads Mikkelsen) and three of his identity, desire, and freedom. From director
friends, all weary high school teachers, embark Zaida Bergroth and featuring an enthralling
on a risky experiment to maintain a constant central performance from Alma Pöysti, Tove is
level of intoxication throughout the workday. the remarkable story of one of Europe’s most
beloved and inspiring artists.
MICHAEL BALL AND ALFIE BOE:
BACK TOGETHER
1 JULY | 7.30PM
Steven Kemsley | Cert PG | 147 mins | UK | 2020
The ultimate musical duo, Michael Ball and Alfie
Boe are ‘Back Together’ and set to delight cinema
audiences up and down the country with the
final show of their UK tour at the O2 Arena. The
superstar pair will take on their favourite musical
theatre, pop and rock tracks, including songs from
The Lion King, The Greatest Showman and The
Phantom of the Opera.
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ROMEO AND JULIET
7 JULY | 6.30PM
Kenneth Branagh | Cert 12A | 210 mins | UK | 2016
The Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company’s modern and passionate staging of Shakespeare’s classic
tragedy, Romeo and Juliet, returns to the big screen this summer. A production with ‘pulsating
energy’ ( The Guardian) starring Richard Madden as Romeo and Lily James as Juliet, with
Sir Derek Jacobi as Mercutio and Meera Syal as The Nurse, this is a heart-breaking tale of forbidden
love, where the longstanding feud between Verona’s Montague and Capulet families brings about
devastating consequences for two young lovers caught in the conflict.
20EVENT CINEMA
THE CRUCIBLE FUNNY GIRL
14 JULY | 6.30PM 21 JULY | 7.30PM
Yaël Farber | Cert 12A | 218 mins | UK | 2014 Robert Delamere | Cert PG | 165 mins | UK | 2016
From London’s West End, Richard Armitage Following its record-breaking, sell-out run
stars in Arthur Miller’s classic American drama, in London’s West End and national tour, the
based on Salem’s infamous witch trials and critically-acclaimed musical Funny Girl comes to
brought vividly to life in this visceral production a cinema near you, featuring Sheridan Smith in
by internationally acclaimed director Yaël “an unforgettable star turn” (The Times).
Farber. In a small tight-knit community, personal
grievances collide with lust and superstition,
fuelling widespread hysteria.
GAUGUIN FROM THE NATIONAL GALLERY
11 AUGUST | 7.30PM
Patricia Wheatley | Cert 12A | 90 mins | UK | 2020
This landmark cinema event opens with a brand-new documentary about the life and work of Paul Gauguin
narrated by actor Dominic West. Filmed on location in Tahiti, France, the Marquesas Islands and the UK, the
film will explore Gauguin’s extraordinary – and often problematic – artistic achievement, with commentary
from his descendants, contemporary artists, and world experts.
21LEARN
TAUNTON TONES COMMUNITY CHOIR
THURSDAYS UP TO 22 JULY 2021 | 10.15AM | £6
Online and in person
MUSIC
Taunton Tones are a community based mixed adult A Capella
group, with an eclectic repertoire and a wide range of age and
abilities – no prior experience or auditions required.
TAUNTON BREWHOUSE UNPHILHARMONIC
MONDAY 12 JULY | 7.15PM | £7 - 8
Did you learn a new instrument in lockdown? Did you enjoy
MUSIC
playing music at school or college? Bring your instrument and join
our concert orchestra for musicians of all abilities and rediscover
the joy of playing. Conducted and led by Carolyn Tudor, a local
music teacher with over 20 years of experience.
MIXED MEDIA
FRIDAYS UP TO 23 JULY 2021 | 10.30AM | £10 – 13.50
Online and in person
ART
A fantastically creative course which combines the chance
to make art using a variety of materials and techniques, and
the opportunity to cross over into craft and design, using both
traditional and new methods.
DEVELOP YOUR PAINTING
TUESDAYS 6 & 27 JULY, 3 AUGUST 2021 | 9.45AM | £20
Online and in person
ART
Loosen up and find your own painting style! The study will
include working with acrylics, progressing from simply copying
to interpreting the subject - from washes to impasto, colour
mixing, creating atmosphere and much more.
FLAMENCO FOR BEGINNERS - DAYTIME
WEDNESDAYS UP TO 21 JULY 2021 | 11AM | £8 (online and in person)
THURSDAYS UP TO 22 JULY 2021 | 7PM | £8 (in person only)
No special shoes, fancy frocks or perfect partners required
to join this adult beginners’ flamenco class. Just bring your
enthusiasm and a little bit of rhythm!
DANCE
FLAMENCO FOR IMPROVERS
THURSDAYS UP TO 22 JULY 2021 | 8.15PM | £10
Work on foot/heel rhythms, posture, strength, and body
control, as well as learning hand movements and expression.
Taught by Aneta Skut, who has studied with renowned
flamenco artists La Truco, Antonia Canales and Maria Juncal.
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LET’S DANCE!
WEDNESDAYS UP TO 21 JULY 2021 | 12.15PM | £7
DANCE
A low-impact dance and movement class for those with
reduced mobility, or who are recovering from injury. A fantastic
way to stay fit, learn, and most importantly, have fun! No
experience necessary.
ADULT BEGINNERS BALLET
WEDNESDAYS DURING JULY/AUGUST £8
Suitable for complete beginners, this course is a perfect
introduction to classical ballet technique. Taught by former
Royal Ballet dance artist Duncan Hume.
Times vary please check website www.thebrewhouse.net
ADULT GENERAL BALLET
WEDNESDAYS DURING JULY/AUGUST £8.50
Times vary - please check website www.thebrewhouse.net
DANCE
ONLINE BALLET – GENERAL LEVEL
MONDAYS DURING JULY/ AUGUST | £8.50
Times vary please check www.thebrewhouse.net
If you are returning to ballet and want a reminder of the basics,
then this is the level for you. Designed to improve technique,
confidence and develop ballet vocabulary. Please note that the
Monday class is delivered solely online.
YOUTH THEATRE COMPANY
TUESDAYS UP TO 13 JULY 2021 | 6.15PM | 12 - 18YRS | £6
ACT
Work together to devise original and exciting theatre with
Wassail Theatre Company, exploring how to make and do. An
excellent opportunity to push yourself to the next level and
gain masses of confidence as you go.
ARTIST CALL OUT - FACILITATORS
Interested in bringing your own creative practice to Taunton Brewhouse? The Learn programme
is seeking facilitators with experience leading workshops and regular classes from a wide range of
disciplines - including, but not limited to, contemporary making, crafts, stand-up comedy, writing,
and activities for Early Years audiences (under 5s). We are especially interested in practitioners who
incorporate sustainability, accessibility and inclusion into their practice, and can deliver regular classes
in person at Taunton Brewhouse. For further information, please contact programme@thebrewhouse.net
23SUMMER ACTIVITY
OPEN AUDITIONS - YOUTH ENSEMBLE
JULY 31 – 1 AUGUST 2021
FLAMENCO FIESTA!
Tickets £FREE – travel expenses available for
1 AUGUST
those on Universal Credit.
Tickets | Workshop | 3.30pm | £12
Performance | 7.30pm | £15 - 36
Come and be a part of the Christmas magic
this year! We are seeking young musical theatre
Come along and enjoy the beauty of
performers to be part of the youth ensemble
flamenco, even if you’ve never been to a class
for our Christmas show, Wind in the Willows.
before! Learn the basics in our fiery afternoon
Supporting a large cast of professional actors and
workshop or join us for a fantastic evening at
musicians, the youth ensemble is an invaluable
our Flamenco Fiesta celebration. Better yet,
experience for any young performer interested
make a day of it! There will be music, food,
in musical theatre and performance. Applications
and of course… flamenco!
due by July 11th – don’t miss out! For details on
how to apply go to www.thebrewhouse.net
MUSICAL THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOL 5- DAY A CAPELLA WORKSHOP
16 –20 AUGUST | 10.00AM – 5.00PM 23 – 27 AUGUST | 10.30AM – 5.30PM
Tickets £65 Tickets £ TBC
Have you ever wondered how a musical is created? Build your confidence, improve brain function
Come and take part in this incredible opportunity and have fun singing together in this 5-day
to ensure you are part of the magic! You will have workshop aimed at adults with or without any
the opportunity for one-on-one training and be singing experience. Led by established choir
given the chance to shine in the spotlight while leaders Joanna Hadden, Sasha Herriman and
developing and rehearsing an abridged version of Amy Hardwick, you will learn repertoire from
the brand-new musical Havisham: The Greatest various genres, from traditional folk and gospel
Expectation by Sophy Layzell and Sam Baker. to world music, and sing together in an intimate
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out! performance at the end of the week.
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eARTh
SOMERSET ART GALLERY TRUST
18 JUNE - 12 SEPTEMBER
GALLERY & FOYER
Tickets £FREE
Following a year that has allowed so many of us to rediscover the natural world around us, eARTh is
an exhibition that celebrates the often overlooked and underappreciated surroundings that define
us. Featuring work by artists from across Somerset, this collection aims to inspire and challenge
visitors with its bold and diverse responses to the theme of earth.
Many works presented will be for sale, with the proceeds supporting the artists, Taunton Brewhouse
and SAGT.
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CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS SHOW FOR ALL THE FAMILY - WIND IN THE WILLOWS
9 DEC – 2 JAN (TIMES VARY)
Book now! Standard tickets from £19.50 | 12 & Under from £16 (Suitable for all ages)
Book and Lyrics by Julian Woolford | Music by Richard John | From the novel by Kenneth Grahame
“There’s nothing quite like messing around in boats.”
Mole has never really left home before. But today, something is different. The world outside is calling,
and he feels like it is time to answer…
Very soon, Mole is caught up in a whirlwind of wild adventures with his new friends Ratty, Mr.
Badger and the absurd but loveable Mr. Toad. Can they overcome angry judges, mischievous
weasels, and Toad’s own mad impulses to get their lives back to normal?
From the team that brought you The Railway Children, written by Julian Woolford and
based on the much-loved classic by Kenneth Grahame, this heart-warming musical tale of
friendship and folly will be fun for all the family. Toot toot!
Presented by arrangement with Julian Woolford and Richard John.
PERFORMANCE INFORMATION:
Schools’ performances – 09, 10, 14, 15 & 16 December (at 10.30 am).
These performances cannot be booked online. For more information or to make a
reservation please email the Box Office team. General information for schools can
be found on our schools’ page.
Preview performances – Thursday 9 December at 2.30 and 7pm.
BSL performance – Wednesday 12 December at 3.30pm
Relaxed performance – Tuesday 21 December at 11am
Small adjustments will be made to this performance to make it more accessible. The house lights will be
left on a half strength so that the theatre doesn’t ever go completely dark. Some loud noises, flashing
lights and pyrotechnics may be left out of the show and a British Sign Language interpreter will be stood
at the front stage right for the whole show translating for those who use sign language.
All other performances have three pricing bands with Standard and 12 & Under ticket types
available in each band.
271 July Michael Ball and Alfie Boe: Back Together Event Cinema 7.30pm
3 July Doubles 11.00am & 12.30pm
6 July First Cow Film 7.00pm
7 July Kenneth Branagh Romeo and Juliet Event Cinema 6.30pm
11 July The Father Film 2.30pm & 7.00pm
13 July Rare Beasts Film 7.00pm
14 July The Crucible Event Cinema 6.30pm
16 July Showstopper! The Improvised Musical Music 7.30pm
17 July Open Heart Clown Surgery 10.45 am
20 July My New York Year Film 7.00pm
21 July Funny Girl Event Cinema 7.30pm
22 July In the Heights Film 7.00pm
23 July Distillery Mixer 1 6.30pm
23 – 24 July BrewHaHa Comedy Weekend Comedy 8.00pm
24 July Boxes 11.00am & 12.30pm
27 July Nashville Film 7.00pm
28 July McKellen: Playing the Part Film 7.30pm
29 July Country Superstars - Dolly Parton & Friends Music 7.30pm
30 July The Drifters Music 7.30pm
3 August Sarah & Duck Family 2.00pm & 4.00pm
4 August Sarah & Duck Family 11.00am & 2.00pm
6 August One Night of Celine Dion Music 7.30pm
7 August The Cameraman 12pm
7 August Beyond the Barricade Music 7.30pm
8 August Romeo & Juliet The Three Inch Fools Family 4.30pm
10 August Supernova Film 7.00pm
11 - 12 August A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Castle Gardens) Entertainment 6.00pm
11 August Gauguin from the National Gallery Event Cinema 7.30pm
12 August Puss in Boots Family 11.30am
13 August The Mighty Kids Beatbox Comedy Show Family 2.30pm
14 August Arrival Music 7.30pm
15 August Holland Handkerchief 11.00am & 12.30pm
17 August Another Round Film 7.00pm
18 August Ignacio Lopez Comedy 7.30pm
19 August Think Floyd Music 7.30pm
20 August The History of Rock Music 7.30pm
21 August ABBA Forever Music 7.30pm
24 August Tove Film 7.00pm
27 August Oh! Carol – The Sedaka Story Music 7.30pm
28 August Beware of Pirates! Family 11.00am & 12.30pm
Brewhouse Theatre & Arts Centre, Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1JL
Operated by Taunton Theatre Association Ltd. Registered Charity in England & Wales No. 1156472.
Brochure correct at time of going to print. Please check website for up to date listings and details.
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