VALE HARMONY / VALE CONNECTION
Male singing group Vale Harmony has been entering competitions since 1981 and have made a series of small but significant contributions to Barbershop-style singing in this country. Today their membership is about twenty-two and new recruits are very welcome.  Vale Connection is the highly successful ladies barbershop chorus based in Evesham - both groups share a musical director in Eddie Howell. 

Contacts: David Wilkinson (Booking Secretary) 01386 554 866 and Eddie Howell (music director) 01386 561 248 Email vale_harmony@tiscali.co.uk 

EVESHAM ARTS ASSOCIATION 
The Arts Association operates Evesham's Arts Centre, providing volunteers to work at front of house and in the bars, or backstage with lighting, sound, scenery & stage management,  booking & promoting shows. More help is always welcome - why not come & join us? Membership costs just £6 per year (£10 for Family Membership) and brings with it valuable concessions on the prices of some tickets, a newsletter and programme details.

Please contact Nick Rose on 01386-421205 or membership@eveshamartscentre.co.uk for information - or click here for an application form

FARNCOMBE ESTATE 
The estate is situated just outside the village of Broadway in 300-acres of privately owned parkland. It offers weekend leisure breaks, day courses and other events all year round with a very broad course programme including almost anything from Art to Zen. 

Email enquiries@FarncombeEstate.co.uk phone 01386 854100 or see www.farncombeestate.co.uk
Farncombe Estate Centre Broadway (Cotswolds) Worcestershire, WR12 7LJ 

IMAGINARY FRIEND THEATRE COMPANY
A newly formed performance group based in and around the Evesham area. Incorporating a variety of styles and presentation media, Imaginary Friend aim to produce a diverse programme to add to the already thriving arts scene in and around the vale. Imaginary Friend’s first full scale production - ‘You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown’ will open at the Arts Centre, Evesham on November 20th 2008 and play for three nights. Expect a colourful, vibrant and energetic production as they follow a typical day in the life of the hapless Charlie Brown and his friends – inspired by the Shultz comic strip Peanuts.

For more information on what they're up to and to get involved, visit their website, www.iftheatre.co.uk or get in touch: email what@iftheatre.co.uk / tel 07817070604

OFFENHAM FLORAL ARTS SOCIETY
The society was formed in 1978 by a group of village ladies under the guidance of the late Mrs Jenny Cresswell. Jenny was a brilliant flower arranger and an inspiration to them all, she encouraged them “to have a go” – which they did with great relish. There are still a few members from those days enjoying the current meetings!! Meetings are in Offenham Village Hall on the first Wednesday of each month from 7pm - the meeting starts at 7.30pm with a demonstration in the art of flower arranging by a qualified Area Demonstrator.

If you would like to know more please call Chris on - 01386 446159

LADY GEORGIANNA
The trio is comprised of the mysterious Allegra (Abi Seabrook), Miss Hilaria Brent (Emily Hurrell, ‘cello), and Signora Storace (Micaela Schmitz, harpsichord). Lady Georgianna performs the hits from Georgian times (1730’s-1800 or so) using poetry, readings, and props in cabaret or concert format, to show life in Georgian Britain, and they do include audience interaction. Because it’s just so much fun, they deliver workshops to inspire young people, covering dance, music, history and mask making, with additional topics where requested. Because of their leaders’ skills, we cover more than just the Georgians, so they call it ‘From the Tudors to the Victorians’. 

For booking and information, contact Micaela Schmitz, business manager on 01386 859648 earlymusica@permutation.com

ELIZABETH BARATH 
A display of paintings by local artist Elizabeth Barath and students. Elizabeth runs weekly art classes in Evesham plus workshops.

For more information contact Elizabeth on 07814 982453 

EVESHAM OPERATIC DRAMATIC SOCIETY
The society was founded in 1881, and is one of the oldest theatre groups in the UK. They typically stage 2-3 productions a year, usually at the Arts Centre theatre in Evesham, including everything from modern musicals, to plays, Gilbert & Sullivan Operettas and productions of their own devising!
The society actively encourages new members, either for on-stage or behind the scenes roles. They are a lively, enthusiastic group with an excellent social scene.
Contact Greg Pearson, EODS Secretary secretary@eods.org Tel: 01386 422088 or see www.eods.org

MUSYCK ANON 
Founded in 1981 by Peter Averis, of Bishampton, Worcestershire, Musyck Anon started as a madrigal group - and still sing many songs from the 16th and 17th centuries - but they also have a wider repertoire, including part-songs and glees from the 18th and 19th centuries, together with some 20th century pieces. There are 18 of them altogether, though they often sing in smaller groups. Rehearsals are held weekly in Evesham at the Oat Street Unitarian Chapel, and they perform at all times of the year, sometimes in 17th century costume. Some of their performances are in public places, while
others are at private functions, for example, meetings of the WI, U3A, Blind Clubs, Music Societies and the like.

Secretary - David Brougham. Langley, Oversley Green, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 6PG Tel: 01789 762238 www.communigate.co.uk/worcs/musyckanon 

WYCHAVON STUDENT WIND BAND
A community band aimed at beginners and intermediate students of all ages - anyone who has been learning for about year and can play and read at least an octave should be good enough to join. There may be opportunities for higher ability students to play solo parts and there are simplified flute, clarinet and cornet/trumpet parts for those who need them! This is also an opportunity for any adults who used to play a woodwind or brass instrument to return to playing! A number of instruments are available for loan or hire and tuition can be arranged if required. Rehearsals are in Harvington Village Hall 3pm until 5pm every other Sunday afternoon. 

If you have questions please telephone 01386 870153 or e-mail windband@harvington.net

PHOENIX THEATRE GROUP
The aims of the group are to give the youth of the Vale the opportunity to present and be part of a live production - performing to an audience in excess of three hundred - be it as a performer or a valuable production assistant. The group stages an annual Pantomime each January at the Arts Centre Evesham, a farce at Badsey Memorial Hall each summer and takes part in the Worcestershire Drama Festival each spring.

For more information contact Kate Rose - Membership Secretary membership@phoenixtheatregroup.co.uk or see www.phoenixtheatregroup.co.uk

WORCESTERSHIRE THEATRE FESTIVAL 
Worcestershire Theatre Festival is the first round of a festival of one act plays which culminates in the British Final with one
winner after groups have progressed through all the different rounds. It's a very friendly independent festival and all types of performance are welcome from one act plays, dance, music, mime etc. Although it is a competitive festival, groups can just take part and be adjuicated on their performance - they do not have to opt to go forward to the next round and we have many trophies for all different categories. We like to have a festival atmosphere which everyone can enjoy.

Contact Pat Hassall at: patdavhas@blueyonder.co.uk Tel: 01384 422493 

HONEYBOURNE POTTERY
Run by Paul and Kath Sillence, Honeybourne Pottery offers a spectacular range of ceramics for sale, from attractive wall hangings to unusual plates and bowls. Friendly tuition is given in our well equipped studio. Workshops run during term and holiday times. Honeybourne Pottery run classes for children, adults and corporate events where there is an opportunity to discover your creative talents.

3, High Street, Honeybourne, Evesham, Worcs. WR11 7PQ Tel:01386 832855 honeybournepots@tiscali.co.uk or website www.honeybournepots.co.uk 

DOUG EYRE CARICATURIST  Unfortunately Doug is now unable to take part in Arts 4 All
Doug has spent a lifetime in varied art environments perfecting his many techniques and skills: Lettering, Graphic Design, Technical
Illustrating, Motor Sport Livery, Portraiture, Caricature, and Cartoon Art, Lightening Sketches and Trompe l'Oeil. He runs classes at the Farncombe estate that encourage better drawing and sketching, and especially the art of the caricature.

Email: deyre@dsl.pipex.com or Telephone: 07732 413 044 

EVESHAM CAMERA CLUB 
Our membership includes ARPS, FRPS and professional photographers, so there is no shortage of top quality information. The seasons meetings include a varied series of talks and demonstrations by experienced photographers covering a variety of subjects, including camera and processing techniques, general and special photography. Meetings are relaxed and friendly, every Monday at 7.30pm.A special Portrait group meets monthly for sessions using the clubs portable studio equipment. Club competitions throughout the year allow your work to be reviewed and compared with other members. Inter-club competitions and fun events give you a wider view on the world of local photographers. 

Please contact John Kellet on 01386 556746 or visit the website: www.eveshamcameraclub.co.uk 

MARY FELTON SCHOOL OF DANCING
The school provides Irish dancing classes for children and adults at Salford Priors, Honeybourne & Broadway. As well as competition work, young dancers perform at all sorts of local events from school fetes to weddings. Bigger shows/venues where dancers perform are the N.E.C.
and N.I.A. in Birmingham, Her Majesty’s Theatre in the West End and Sadlers Wells Theatre, London as well as the Royal Albert Hall.

Contact Mary@cuan.vispa.com or call 01789 778047 

SAM DYER
Not one for being in the limelight? Have a technical interest? Visit the main theatres sound and lighting room (access behind foyer boxoffice) and be
shown by theatre technical staff how shows are conducted technically. You can even have a go yourself! Workshops will be given throughout the day in-line with what is happening on the main stage.

The Evesham Art's Association Technical Team are a voluntary group who provide technical assistance to those using the theatre - if you're interested in helping behind the scenes, learning about sound and lighting and would like to become an EAA technician please contact any of the technicians on the day, or email headtech@acetech.org.uk

BELLE D'VAIN
Belle d’Vain is a women’s dance side based in the Vale of Evesham, Worcestershire, conceived during the annual beer festival at the famous Fleece Inn at Bretforton by the wives and daughters of Pebworth Morris men. We dance North West Morris dances wearing clogs as worn by the mill workers in the mills of Lancashire, Yorkshire & Cheshire. Practices sessions are on Friday evenings at Bretforton village hall  from 7:30 - 9pm 

For more information contact Liz Hazeldene on 01386 45966, email liz_hazeldene@hotmail.com or see www.belledvainmorris.btik.com

CRAZY WOLF BOOKS
Publishers of childrens' books by  Wolfren Riverstick

If you would like to know more see www.crazywolfbooks.com

PRINCE HENRY'S HIGH SCHOOL 
Prince Henry's High School has an active music department  boasting a Jazz Orchestra, a Symphony Orchestra and a Chamber choir. The school stages several public concerts a year, both at the Arts Centre and in other venues. 

Head of Music is Mr P. Bullas - 01386 765588

Disclaimers
Wychavon District Council and Evesham Arts Association has only organised this event, they have had no involvement in or control over the content of the work displayed, performances and workshops. The Council and Evesham Arts Association express no opinion nor make any representations regarding the nature of its content. 

The Evesham Arts 4 All programme details may be subject to change!