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WHERE
BIG
THINGS
HAPPEN
WHAT'S ON
JULY – DEC 2019
Wish you were here! BOX OFFICE 01263 822347
www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com
The Hub Welcome Debbie Thompson, Sheringham
Little Theatre Director and
'The EDP People's Choice Award'
at The 2018 Norfolk Arts Awards.
Come and enjoy some
freshly-made food in our
Hello and welcome to our new programme. And we are upgrading our customer experience
friendly café – menus to even before you reach the venue thanks to
suit all ages. Hopefully you will notice a big difference a new website and online ticketing system,
during your visit to us this year! We have had which will make it easier for you to browse our
new seating in the auditorium to give more programme and book tickets.
leg room and more comfort, so you can sit
Our bistro-style Twilight Menu is back and enjoy the drama, movies and live Enjoy!
The Hub
available every performance evening screenings on the stage and big screen. The
throughout the summer theatre refit has already been getting rave reviews Best wishes,
season, consisting of; from people, especially those with long legs! *
Light Bites, Cold Platters, This programme includes the Summer Theatre
Hot Dishes, Desserts. season, with our professional company Sponsored by:
presenting five popular plays over the holidays Debbie Thompson, Theatre Director
No need to pre-book. and it takes us right through to Pantomime …
Join us whether you’re taking in a Oh yes it does!
show, or just passing by.
This year is the 10th anniversary of professional * Funding of the project was boosted by an
Pantomime at Sheringham Little Theatre appeal fund, and a “buy a seat” campaign –
and we are celebrating by welcoming Nick where people can have a name on a seat back
Earnshaw back to the stage as our Dame, for a minimum donation of £150. Turn to page 26
Sarah the Cook! to find out more about how to sponsor a seat.
As usual you can enjoy a range of films, live P.S. Remember to keep up to date with
screenings and touring theatre we present to additional screenings and new films by checking Funded by:
entertain you over the year. out our regular film leaflets.
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FILM SINGALONG THEATRE POETRY AMATEUR OPERA FILM
GREEN BOOK THE POTTY MORRIS ALL HAIL MACBETH NORTH NORFOLK PRIMARY THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY
FESTIVAL SONG SESSION PACKING SHED THEATRE
SCHOOL POETRY SLAM LIVEWIRE OPERA COMPANY
IN THE HUB AS PART OF YOUNG NORFOLK ARTS
FESTIVAL (YNAF) 2019
Tue 2 July Fri 5 July Sat 6 July Tue 9 July Sat 13 July Tue 16 Jul
7.30pm 8.00pm 7.30pm 4.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm
Stars: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Calling all folk singers. 'Hell hath no fury like three women scorned' Following hot on the heels of last year’s Poetry Written by W S Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan, this Stars: Florence Pugh, Lena Headey, Nick Frost, Jack
Linda Cardellini Slam, this creative and inspiring event returns amateur production is presented by acclaimed Lowden, Vince Vaughn & Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
Director: Peter Farrelly Come and join in with The 26th Potty Festival folk It's 2019, it's Times Up Now! Yet for three young once again. Norfolk touring company Livewire Opera. Director: Stephen Merchant
Certificate: 12A frivolities, and our first acoustic folk song session. women in the city it still feels like the 1950s. But Certificate: 12A
Running time: 2hrs 10mins The only instrument allowed is your voice. Singers that's about to change when Cate walks into their Four North Norfolk primary schools will present The tale follows Frederic, a young man, about Running time: 1hr 48 mins
of all abilities welcome. lives and shows them what being a witch should their own performance poetry in a battle of to leave his indentures, through his encounters
Set in America in 1962, Green Book tells the heart- be about. wits, each hoping to be crowned Grand Slam with the tender-hearted orphaned pirates. Ruth, FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY is a heart-warming
warming true story of Tony Lip (Viggo Mortensen), Be part of The Potty Morris and Folk Festival Champion. the middle-aged pirate maid is the only female comedy based on the incredible true story of WWE
a working-class Italian-American bouncer who 5th - 7th July. All Hail Macbeth mixes comedy and high drama, Frederick has ever seen – until The Major General's Superstar Paige™. Born into a tight-knit wrestling
takes on a job as a chauffeur for Dr. Don Shirley with more than a little bit of magic, to tell the Their work will be the result of mentoring by beautiful daughters decide to picnic on the same family, Paige and her brother Zak are ecstatic when
(Mahershala Ali), a highly-educated African- Morris displays and music sessions around the backstory of the Three Witches in Shakespeare's professional poets Molly Naylor and Lewis Buxton. beach that the pirates are “rollicking” on. they get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to try
American classical pianist. town all weekend. Macbeth. out for WWE. But when only Paige earns a spot in
The event will also feature a performance by The story consists of love, duty and loyalty and the the competitive training programme, she must leave
The mismatched pair embark on a two-month A cross between Harry Potter, Macbeth and Top renowned poet and theatre maker, Luke Wright. score includes some of Arthur Sullivan's best-loved her family and face this new, cut-throat world alone.
tour of concert venues in the racially charged Girls, All Hail Macbeth has an all-female cast with a music, and W S Gilbert's most witty lyrics. Paige’s journey pushes her to dig deep, fight for her
deep south and discover they’re on the road to a three-part harmony style group of singers, putting family, and ultimately prove to the world that what
meaningful and unique friendship. a retro twist on modern-day classics. makes her different is the very thing that can make
her a star.
Tickets £8 Under 16s £5 FREE admission Tickets £15 Students/Under 16s £12 Donations at the door Tickets £12.50 Under 14s £9 Tickets £8 Under 16s £5
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Dial M For
b s u r d
A on
Pers ular
ce James Cawood -
- Hilarious Far
Ray Cooney Holiday Comedy
Sing
Frederick Knott -
Suspenseful Thriller
Alan Ayckbourn -
Black Comedy
SUMMER THEATRE – HILARIOUS FARCE JAZZ @ THE HUB SUMMER THEATRE – SUSPENSEFUL THRILLER SUMMER THEATRE – BLACK COMEDY CHILDREN’S SHOW SUMMER THEATRE – HOLIDAY COMEDY
FUNNY MONEY PAUL HILL QUARTET DIAL M FOR MURDER ABSURD PERSON SINGULAR A MERMAZING PIRATE SUNKISSED
BY RAY COONEY PERFORMED WITH KIND
PERMISSION OF SAMUEL FRENCH LTD
BY FREDERICK KNOTT PERFORMED WITH KIND
PERMISSION OF SAMUEL FRENCH LTD
BY ALAN AYCKBOURN PERFORMED WITH KIND
PERMISSION OF SAMUEL FRENCH LTD ADVENTURE BY JAMES CAWOOD
WORLD PREMIERE
SPONSORED BY LAWRENCES GARAGES SPONSORED BY MANNINGTON GARDENS SPONSORED BY JB POSTLE ELITE PRODUCTIONS SPONSORED BY THE SHERINGHAM TRAWLER
Thu 25 – Wed 31 Jul, Matinee Tue 30 Jul Fri 2 – Wed 7 Aug, Matinee Tue 6 Aug Fri 9 – Sat 17 Aug, Matinee Tue 13 Aug Wed 21 – Wed 28 Aug, Matinee Tue 27 Aug
8.00pm, Matinee 2.30pm on Tue Sun 28 July 8.00pm, Matinee 2.30pm on Tue 8.00pm, Matinee 2.30pm on Tue Thu 15 Aug 8.00pm, Matinee 2.30pm on Tue
(No show on Sun 28 Jul) 7.30pm (No show on Sun 4 Aug) (No show on Sun 11 Aug) 2.30pm (No show on Sun 25 Aug)
Good friends Betty and Vic arrive for Henry’s Paul Hill returns to the Hub tonight with his highly A retired tennis pro plots the murder of his Meet three couples in their three kitchens on Far away in the deepest blue sea lives the Alan Ayckbourn meets Duty Free in the brand-new
birthday dinner and Jean is frantic because Henry accomplished and versatile quartet. own wife–but when she turns the tables on her the Christmas Eves of three successive years. beautiful Mermaid Merchelle who loves to sing as comedy from James Cawood.
is late. When he eventually arrives he wants to attempted assailant, she is convicted of murder. The "lower class" but very much up and coming she swims the vast oceans. But Mermaid Merchelle
emigrate immediately, and with good reason; The band is adept at presenting programmes of Hopcrofts are in their bright new, gadget filled only wants one thing – to become a human for a Two friends, Daisy and Emma, arrive on the
the briefcase he accidentally picked up on the popular standards that have always been well Can the police detective who brought her to trial, kitchen anxiously giving a little party for their bank day and to be able to explore the land as well. Spanish island of Mallorca for a week of sun, sand
Underground is stuffed with £735,000! received by audiences at the Hub. and her crime-writing former lover, now decipher manager and his wife and an architect neighbour. and sangria.
the clues that will save her life? With the help of her new friend, Pirate Pete, she
When two police inspectors call, Henry, Vic, Betty Paul continues to be in demand as an Next we meet the architect and his wife in their sets out to try and find the right magic spells that However, their holiday soon gets out of hand when
and a bemused (and tipsy) Jean are forced into a accompanied and solo guitarist and his The play that inspired Hitchcock’s suspense neglected, untidy flat. Then the bank manager and will make her wish come true. Daisy comes face to face with her husband, Clive, a
frantic game of cat and mouse. Hilarious innuendo compatriots tonight will be Martin Eaton (tenor classic weaves an ever-tightening web of danger his wife are in their large, slightly modernized, old man whose funeral she attended five years ago.
and cruelly funny turns of fate ensue as the two saxophone and vocals), Andy Doyle (bass) and and deception. Victorian style kitchen. Come and join in the fun in this family-friendly
couples assume various identities in their bid to Cath Evans (drums). adventure, packed with music, songs and magic. A further complication arrives in the form of Hugo,
keep the money. Running like a dark thread through the wild Daisy’s former therapist and soon-to-be (he hopes)
comedy of behind the scenes disasters at Why not stick around after the show to meet fiancée. Throw in a dead cat, a Chanel swimsuit and
Christmas parties is the story of the advance Mermaid Merchelle and Pirate Pete and have a far too much champagne and you are guaranteed a
of the Hopcrofts to material prosperity and shellfie with them too! scorching night of love and laughter at the SLT. All
independence and the decline of the others you need to do is bring the sun cream!
Suitable for ages 3 yrs +
Tickets Mon – Thu eves £20 Fri & Sat eves £21 Tickets £10 Tickets Mon – Wed eves £20 Fri & Sat eves £21 Tickets Mon – Thu eves £20 Fri & Sat eves £21 Tickets £12 Under 16s £8 Tickets Mon – Thu eves £20 Fri & Sat eves £21
Matinee £18 Students/Under 16s £14 Matinee £18 Students/Under 16s £14 Matinee £18 Students/Under 16s £14 Matinee £18 Students/Under 16s £14
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JEEVES & FRIENDLY FACES MEAN
WOOSTER e
YOU ARE NEVER ALONE
t Nonsens
in Perfec Do you want to visit the theatre – but have
no-one to go with? Then Sheringham Little
The Goodale Brothers Theatre has the answer with its welcoming
- Classic Comedy
Friendly Faces scheme.
The new venture – for matinee performances –
CHILDREN’S SHOW JAZZ @ THE HUB SUMMER THEATRE – CLASSIC COMEDY is aimed at those who are bereaved, lonely, or
just lacking confidence in stepping out to see
FOX TALES CHRIS COOPER QUARTET JEEVES & WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE some live drama, music or a movie. It means
there will always be someone to meet you –
one of our Friendly Face contact volunteers.
FEATURING GEORGE JEFFORD ON TRUMPET BY THE GOODALE BROTHERS PERFORMED WITH
KIND PERMISSION OF PERFECTNONESENSE LTD.
SPONSORED BY BREAKWATER IT And, if you wish, they can introduce you to
others in the same situation, so you are never
Fri 30 Aug – Wed 4 Sep, Matinee Tue 3 Sep alone.
Fri 23 Aug Sun 25 Aug
Monday Night is
8.00pm, Matinee 2.30pm on Tue
2.30pm 7.30pm (No show on Sun 1 Sep) Share a table at the interval in your own
special group and discuss the event over a
When a storyteller and his pet fox, Reynard, are
stranded for the night they pass the time by telling
Chris is a truly local musician with strong family
roots in the area. His reputation, however, spreads
When a country house weekend takes a turn
for the worse, Bertie Wooster is unwittingly
Drama Group Night! drink. We hope it provides a great way to visit
the theatre and make friends.
terrible troublesome tales. far beyond this region. called on to play matchmaker – reconciling the All you have to do is phone the box office on
WHERE: Drop-in sessions 12–16 YEARS
affections of his host’s drippy daughter Madeline 01263 822347 or drop in and flag up that you
Sheringham Little Theatre during term times Monday 7.00 – 8.00pm
This show has the best of Brothers Grimm and He plays a range of music but his programme Bassett with his newt-fancying acquaintance would like to join the Friendly Faces group
Auditorium £4.00 per week • Script Work
Hans Christian Anderson stories crafted into a will feature classic jazz standards, cool swing and Gussie Fink-Nottle. for one of our afternoon shows.
2 Station Road, Sheringham, • Solo Pieces
delightful and comical retelling. bossa novas.
NR26 8RE 4–8 YEARS • Performing for Audiences
If Bertie, ably assisted by the ever-dependable (meet in The Hub café) Monday 4.30 – 5.30pm We look forward to seeing you.
Lots of child friendly jokes, weird and wonderful Chris is a creative and inspiring pianist and his Jeeves, can’t pull off the wedding of the season • Group Work COME ALONG! Joan Thame – Friendly Faces co-ordinator.
characters and fairy story magic. accompanists, including special guest George he’ll be forced to abandon his cherished bachelor FEATURING: • Learn Through Play We'd love to meet you.
Friendly
Jefford (trumpet and vocals), have similar status and marry the ghastly girl himself! • Script Work • Build Confidence
A hilariously fantastic and silly show. attributes. • Physical Theatre Sessions are run by local
“Theatrical delight” - Time Out • Mime 8–12 YEARS Actor/Writer/Director,
Suitable for ages 5 yrs + • Improvisation Monday 5.45 – 6.45pm Steve Banks
• Drama Games • Physical Theatre
Faces
• Voice Work • Devised Pieces
• Devised Theatre • Character Work
• Stage Techniques
Any questions call the Little Theatre on 01263 822347
Tickets £8 Tickets £10 Tickets Mon – Wed eves £20 Fri & Sat eves £21 www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com
Matinee £18 Students/Under 16s £14
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SHAKERS
YOUTH REP THEATRE – NEW WRITING MUSIC COMMUNITY THEATRE ENTERTAINMENT MUSIC
SHAKERS SOME THINGS ARE MEANT 1940s SINGALONG GOODNIGHT MISTER TOM AN EVENING WITH LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS
BY JOHN GODBER AND JANE THORNTON
TO BE, ANNA THE LITTLE THEATRE PLAYERS
RICHARD DIGANCE CROMER & SHERINGHAM BRASS
ORANGE ELEPHANT THEATRE COMPANY DECKCHAIR PRODUCTIONS
Fri 6 – Sat 7 Sep Sun 8 Sep Fri 13 – Sat 14 Sep Thu 19 – Sat 21 Sep Thu 26 Sep Sat 28 Sep
7.30pm 5.30pm Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm 7.30pm, Matinee 2.30pm on Sat 7.30pm 7.30pm
In a not-so-chic London bar called Shakers, we Orange Elephant Theatre Company is arriving fresh Every year, for one weekend, the town of One of the most uplifting stories ever written, Richard Digance is a BAFTA Nominated entertainer Cromer & Sheringham Brass Band return with
meet Carol, Adele, Nicky and Mel, four friends who from performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival Sheringham steps back in time to the 1940s Michelle Magorian’s stunning Goodnight Mister and a recipient of The Gold Award from The the popular ‘Last Night of the Proms’ featuring
have taken to waitressing in desperation but who this summer to present this one act play of new and this is your chance to join our troupe of Tom is brought gloriously to life in this stage British Academy of Composers and Songwriters. the traditional finale, including Sea Songs, Rule
also have wit and resilience enough to never let writing based on true life experiences. entertainers as they lead you in a singalong of adaptation by David Wood. He has also won a Sony Award and is one of only Britannia, Land of Hope & Glory, Jerusalem, plus
any of the colourful characters they come across wartime classics. three British folk singers mentioned in The Virgin much more.
escape their satire unscathed. 'Some Things Are Meant To Be, Anna' follows one Set during the dark and dangerous build-up to the Anthology of Songwriters for his contribution to
woman and her soul's journey through cancer, two These events are always great fun with a Second World War, Goodnight Mister Tom follows comedy songwriting. Plenty of audience participation with singing led
In theatrically heightened moments, the women children and a chihuahua. A funny, poignant and tremendous community feel. It is wonderful to sad, young William Beech, who is evacuated to the by Janet Nightingale. Flag waving a must.
play the roles of men and women alike, covering honest piece of movement theatre exploring the see so many people in the auditorium in 1940s idyllic English countryside and builds a remarkable He has released 31 albums, written 14 books and has
not only their nights at Shakers but also the lives roller-coaster of living with a terminal illness. dress, as it truly adds to the atmosphere, but and moving friendship with the elderly recluse nearly 5 million visits on YouTube. He also composed
of four other working women in London. dressing-up is not compulsory. Tom Oakley. the songs and music for Bill Bryson's best-selling
Contains swearing/sexual references/nudity. Audio CD book 'The Road To Little Dribbling.' He
Always at the source of their satire are the men Suitable for 16 yrs+ Book early to avoid disappointment as these All seems perfect until William is devastatingly has worked in America with movie star Steve Martin
who take them for granted or, worse, abuse them. singalongs are always very popular. Don’t summoned by his mother back to London. and recalls two of his greatest moments as playing
Against this backdrop of postmodern London life miss out on one of the highlights on the Little The London Palladium with Robin Williams and a
are kaleidoscopic scenes of hilarity and depravity. Theatre’s calendar. “Tugs at the heart strings…moments of guitar duet on TV with Queen guitarist Brian May.
enchanting comedy…splendidly faithful to the Off-stage he composes soundtracks and incidental
Suitable for ages 14 yrs + book…a big success” - The Independent music for TV and movies plus audio CD books.
Tickets £11 Tickets £12 Tickets £11 Tickets £12 Tickets £16 Tickets £11
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JAZZ @ THE HUB HISTORY TALK FAMILY THEATRE THEATRE AMATEUR MUSICAL THEATRE YOUTH DRAMA WORKSHOP
NORFOLK JAZZ QUINTET NORTH NORFOLK AT WAR THE HOUND OF THE THE RAGGED TROUSERED STEPPING OUT – THE MUSICAL HALF-TERM WORKSHOP
BASKERVILLES PHILANTHROPISTS CSODS AND SHOW
THE SEAGULL REP
Sun 29 Sep Wed 2 Oct Sat 5 Oct Sat 12 Oct Tue 15 – Sat 19 Oct Workshop Mon 21 – Sat 26 Oct 10am - 4pm
7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm, Matinee 2.30pm on Sat Performance Sat 26 Oct 7.30pm
The Norfolk Jazz Quintet is well known at the Hub North Norfolk at War 1939 – 1940 When Sir Charles Baskerville is killed under Neil Gore brings this witty, humorous and A warm, funny musical based around ten "I am brave, I am proof, this is who I'm meant to be,
where their performances of up-lifting melodic mysterious circumstances Holmes sends Watson absorbing classic book to life in his one-man Magic individuals (nine women and one man) who this is me!"
jazz standards and music from the Great American A fascinating and superbly illustrated talk on to Devon to protect the new heir of Baskerville Lantern show. Based on the famous book by attend a weekly tap dancing class in a local
Song Book are so popular. what happened on our doorstep from the years Hall from the mythical black dog that stalks their Robert Tressell, it features political conjuring, music church hall. Are you aged between 8-16? Do you love acting,
immediately leading up to 1939; evacuees, air family line. A journey that leads the good doctor and songs echoing life in the building trades of singing and dancing? Then this week long
The musicians have diverse backgrounds but raids, how the North Norfolk coast became such to suspect the supernatural, negotiate the wilds Edwardian England. At first they treat the classes as a social night workshop is for you!
the common denominator is jazz. They play at a a target for invasion and how we responded of nature and ultimately uncover the reality of out, showing little co-ordination and all with their
variety of local venues including a monthly date at when the county faced its darkest hours. betrayal and devilish murder. “A strong and robust show that brings the own personal issues which become clearer as the Led by professional actress Katharine Burford
the Goat Inn, Skeyton. characters, humour and inspirational ideas of this show progresses. whose credits include The National Theatre, Dr
Award winning historian, author and born and A mixed media, multi-rolling all female cast of great book to life. It is needed now more than Who and Chichester Festival Theatre, this exciting
Their line-up is: Tim Densham (clarinet and bred Norfolk man Neil R. Storey is one of the three re-imagine this classic tale as only they can. ever. You'll leave the theatre and join the struggle!” But when Mavis, the class teacher, receives a workshop, using an original script, will be exploring
saxophones), Billl Brewer (trombone), Peter county's foremost authorities on its military The Seagull Rep’s Hound of The Baskervilles is - Ken Loach, Film Director phone call asking for her class to perform a tap the idea of celebrating our differences and being
Gregory (guitar and banjo), Liz Underdown (bass). past and he tells this story through a fascinating a family show infused with elements of physical routine in a grand charity event things start to get brave enough to be ourselves!
array of local photographs, stories and historical comedy, stand-up, dynamic movement and a " "Tremendous" - The Times serious – resulting in a triumphant tapping climax!
research compiled over many years. On the 80th sophisti-pop soundtrack. Adapted + directed by With a performance at the end for family and
anniversary of the outbreak of the Second World Mark Finbow from Arthur Conan Doyle’s novel. "10/10 Sensational" - Liverpool Echo Joins CSODS as they bring this heart-warming friends, we hope you will join us for a week of
War this talk is a poignant reminder of the war and joyful musical to the stage. acting, singing, dancing and most of all, fun!
'on our doorstep.' Suitable for ages 7 yrs +
Tickets £10 Tickets £7.50 Tickets £14 Students/Under 16s £10 Tickets £12 Tickets £15 Workshop £90 for the week (siblings - £65)
Show Tickets £8
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JAZZ @ THE HUB THEATRE MUSIC PUPPETRY AMATEUR THEATRE TALK
JAZZ UNLIMITED FEAR AT HALLOWEEN SWING THE CLEMENTINE SHOW RADIO FUN MOSS & ROBINA’S
AB PRODUCTIONS THE LITTLE THEATRE PLAYERS
AFRICAN ADVENTURE
MOSS TAYLOR & ROBINA CHURCHYARD
Sun 27 Oct Thu 31 Oct Sat 2 Nov Sat 9 Nov Thu 14 - Sat 16 Nov Sun 17 Nov
7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 3.00pm
Jazz Unlimited is co-led by trumpet virtuoso Bring an open mind and someone to cling to as Join Aaaron Bolton and guests for an evening in Direct from its glittering West End run 'The Come and enjoy this original comedy revue, Moss Taylor and Robina Churchyard have made
turned pianist Ray Simmons and local guitar we explore Fear together. tribute to the wonderful world of Swing! Clementine Show' brings puppetry for adults bang performed in the finest traditions of classic BBC many visits to Africa over the last 30 years, to
supremo Phil Brooke. up to date! It stars Clementine, a doll who has come radio shows. photograph the magnificent mammals and birds of
Local writer, actor and self-confessed horror A Tribute To The Music Of The Kings Of Swing! to life. She sings from the American Songbook this fascinating continent.
The band evokes the music of American small nut, Steve Banks, has recruited experts and Breathing new life into old standards and bringing (In dazzling miniature couture), introduces fabulous This very light programme of sketches and songs
group jazz of the nineteen fifties and sixties but enthusiasts in order to deliver a night of curiosity, great music to a whole new generation! MGM Style films and several fantastic floor show has been specially written by television comedy In January 2018 they returned to South Africa,
their inspirations and influences are “unlimited”. entertainment and terror. acts brought to life by two talented puppeteers. writers, Paul Minett & Brian Leveson, whose starting at Durban they travelled north through
A collective of young energetic and enthusiastic credits include: The Two Ronnies, Russ Abbot, Kwa-Zulu-Natal and Swaziland, finishing their
Their repertoire extends from the early days of An original work incorporating story-telling, singers breathe new life Into the amazing classics Witty, glamorous, unique – it’s a West End show in Les Dawson, Kenny Everett, Cannon & Ball and three-week safari at the famous Kruger National
jazz through the swing, bebop and cool eras into theatre, multi-media and more, all designed to that have touched generations of people all over a shoebox! Frankie Howerd. Park. During the presentation Moss will talk about
the nineteen seventies. keep you on the edge of your seat. the world! With each performer bringing a unique some of the beautiful birds they encountered and
and genuine love for the genre and its history! "Wonderfully original" - BritishTheatre.com These 'live broadcasts', which of course include Robina will explain the local myths that have grown
The line-up is completed by two other musicians Suitable for ages 14 yrs + 'SWING' is really a show not to be missed! some breath-taking sound effects, are brought up around the big game. The talk is illustrated with
with impressive lineage, Owen Morgan (bass) and "A comic genius" - GrumpyGayCritic.com to you by The Little Theatre Players, a dedicated their own photographs taken on the trip.
Graig Hipperson (drums). “These performers clearly have a love and passion band of amateur thespians drawn from all
for this music” - Lynne Ainge, Sepsis Charity. "Upbeat, fun and funny" - rewritethisstory.com corners of North Norfolk. Order your tickets now Proceeds from the show will be divided between
and tune in to an evening of Radio Fun. the Little Theatre and the ‘Love for Leo’ charity.
Suitable for ages 16 yrs +
Tickets £10 Tickets £11 Tickets £15 Tickets £18 Tickets £11 Tickets £8
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STORY TELLING/ILLUSION MUSIC JAZZ @ THE HUB PANTOMIME
AMAZING MYSTERIES SAYER 'THE ACOUSTIC SHOW' TOM HARRIS QUARTET DICK WHITTINGTON Sat 7 Dec ............ 2.00pm and 6.00pm
in the Hub AND HIS CAT Sat 14 Dec .......... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
Sun 15 Dec .......... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
Wed 18 Dec ........ 2.00pm and 6.00pm
Thu 21 Nov Sat 23 Nov Sun 24 Nov Sat 7 Dec – Wed 1 Jan Thu 19 Dec .......... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm Afternoon and Evening Performances
Fri 20 Dec ........... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
This unique and original production with it’s Award winning musicians Ron Sayer Jr. & Charlotte Tom has a long association with the Hub and is, Join Dick Whittington and his wise cracking Sat 21 Dec ........... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
charming Victorian setting embraces all the Joyce have been mainstays on the local, national undoubtedly, one of the musicians who helped the Cat as they travel from Sheringham with Sarah
Sun 22 Dec ......... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
excitement and nostalgia of the Victorian era. & international circuit for many years and have venue get established as part of the Norfolk jazz Cook-Good and her son Jonny Be-Good, all
worked alongside some of the biggest names in scene. the way to London to seek their fortune! Mon 23 Dec ........ 2.00pm and 6.00pm
This is the latest offering from illusionist Chris their genre.
North. Witness some of the inexplicable He is an accomplished pianist and trombonist. He Dick Whittington and His Cat will be packed Tue 24 Dec ........ 10.30am and 2.00pm
curiosities that astounded Victorian audiences SAYER 'The Acoustic Show' is a pure live acoustic runs his own bands and is always in demand by full of upbeat songs, dances, magic and Thu 26 Dec ......... 2.30pm and 6.30pm
as Chris takes a light-hearted journey through act with Ron using the acoustic guitar for bass other musicians. He is a relaxed and thoughtful mayhem. A truly interactive show that invites
the unusual and bizarre phenomena that helped lines, chords, melodies & solos along with the performer and we know that his varied programme you to become part of the story! From the Fri 27 Dec ........... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
define an era. ‘Beat Root’, a foot stomper to provide a thumping will be well received. creative team that brought you the last 10 Sat 28 Dec .......... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
backbeat whenever it’s needed! years of Family Fun Panto, join us this festive
As a unique feature of the show Chris is Be prepared for some new takes on old numbers. season at the Little Theatre…where the streets Sun 29 Dec ......... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
joined by, ‘The Victorian Enchantress’, a skilled Charlotte provides the icing on the cake with At the time of going to print Tom’s line-up had not are paved with fun!
sorceress, whose sophisticated magic and her sublime voice and the songs are selected been finalised.
Mon 30 Dec ....... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
illusion captivates all. original & cover versions of classic and modern Pre order your tickets now! Tue 31 Dec .......... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
choices morphed into interesting and diverse (School bookings available 9 – 18 Dec.
arrangements. No backing tracks are used and Contact box office for details) Wed 1 Jan ........... 2.00pm and 6.00pm
everything you hear is played live.
Tickets £11 Tickets £10 Tickets £10 Tickets £21 Under 16s £15 Family Ticket £66
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Be Our
JAZZ @ THE HUB
STELLA GOODEY
MUSIC
THE ALBION BAND
Friend
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CHRISTMAS SHOW
DECKCHAIR PRODUCTIONS
Sun 8 Dec Mon 9 Dec Signing up to be a Theatre
7.30pm 7.30pm Friend gives you discounts,
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Stella is a trained classical musician who “oozes” ‘An Albion Christmas’ is returning to Sheringham
jazz and is an exponent of the early female blues and is widely regarded as the premier seasonal to special events.
Sheringham Little Theatre singers. show, which has been touring for nearly 20 years.
is home to LIVE screenings She cites Billie Holiday, Bessie Smith, Dina It attracts sell-out audiences across the UK (and And it generates vital income
of theatre, opera and ballet. Washington and Edith Piaf among her influences. last year's first appearance in Sheringham was no to support the Theatre arts
She has performed throughout the UK and exception!) Indeed, many people say that their
worked extensively in France. Christmas doesn’t start until they have seen The programme.
Please see our website or Albion Christmas Show.
Her co-musicians are always of the highest calibre
pick up one of our leaflets including people like Jack Parnell, Humphrey Featuring the combined talents of Simon Nicol • F riends £25 a year
at the Box Office, which Lyttleton, Ted Beament and Kenny Ball. (Fairport Convention), Kellie While (Albion Band)
• Members £30 a year – with
Simon Care (Edward II) and ‘the Guvnor of English
have weekly updates. Her accompanists tonight will be: Phil Brooke Folk-Rock’ and patron of Cromer’s ‘Folk on the voting rights at the agm
(guitar), Ivars Galenieks (bass)and Brian Pier’ festival, Ashley Hutchings, this show takes
McAllister (drums). you on a guided tour through the Christmas
customs of Britain. Ask at the Box Office
for details.
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Also open one hour before the start of
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hours above.
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26 Box office 01263 822347 Online www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com 27What's On AT A GLANCE, JULY - DEC 2019 TUE 2 JULY – FILM SUN 25 AUG – JAZZ @ THE HUB MON 21 – SAT 26 OCT – YOUTH THEATRE GREEN BOOK CHRIS COOPER QUARTET HALF-TERM WORKSHOP AND SHOW FRI 5 JULY – MUSIC FRI 30 AUG – WED 4 SEP – SUMMER THEATRE SUN 27 OCT – JAZZ @ THE HUB POTTY FESTIVAL EVENING JEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE JAZZ UNLIMITED SAT 6 JULY – THEATRE FRI 6 – SAT 7 SEP – YOUTH REP THU 31 0CT – THEATRE ALL HAIL MACBETH SHAKERS FEAR AT HALLOWEEN TUE 9 JULY – POETRY SUN 8 SEP – THEATRE – NEW WRITING SAT 2 NOV – MUSIC POETRY SLAM SOME THINGS ARE MEANT TO BE, ANNA SWING SAT 13 JULY – AMATEUR OPERA FRI 13 – SAT 14 SEP – ENTERTAINMENT SAT 9 NOV – PUPPETRY PIRATES OF PENZANCE 1940’S SINGALONG THE CLEMENTINE SHOW TUE 16 JULY – FILM THU 19 – SAT 21 SEP – COMMUNITY THEATRE THU 14 – SAT 16 NOV – AMATEUR THEATRE FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY GOODNIGHT MISTER TOM RADIO FUN THU 25 – WED 31 JULY – SUMMER THEATRE THU 26 SEP – MUSIC SUN 17 NOV – TALK FUNNY MONEY AN EVENING WITH RICHARD DIGANCE MOSS & ROBINA’S AFRICAN ADVENTURE SUN 28 JULY – JAZZ @ THE HUB SAT 28 SEP – MUSIC THU 21 NOV – STORY-TELLING/ILLUSION PAUL HILL QUARTET LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS AMAZING MYSTERIES FRI 2 – WED 7 AUG – SUMMER THEATRE SUN 29 SEP – JAZZ @ THE HUB SAT 23 NOV – MUSIC @ THE HUB DIAL M FOR MURDER NORFOLK JAZZ QUINTET SAYER 'THE ACOUSTIC SHOW' FRI 9 – SAT 17 AUG – SUMMER THEATRE WED 2 OCT – HISTORY TALK SUN 24 NOV – JAZZ @ THE HUB ABSURD PERSON SINGULAR NORTH NORFOLK AT WAR TOM HARRIS QUARTET THU 15 AUG – CHILDREN’S SHOW SAT 5 OCT – FAMILY THEATRE SAT 7 DEC – WED 1 JAN – PANTOMIME A MERMAZING PIRATE ADVENTURE THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES DICK WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT WED 21 – WED 28 AUG – SUMMER THEATRE SAT 12 OCT – THEATRE SUN 8 DEC – JAZZ @ THE HUB SUNKISSED THE RAGGED TROUSERED PHILANTHROPISTS STELLA GOODEY FRI 23 AUG – CHILDREN’S SHOW TUE 15 – SAT 19 OCT – AMATEUR THEATRE MON 9 DEC – MUSIC FOX TALES STEPPING OUT - THE MUSICAL THE ALBION BAND CHRISTMAS SHOW BOX OFFICE 01263 822347 Keep in touch www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com
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