Evesham
Arts Centre always has a varied programme of events -
something for everyone!
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Unless noted otherwise,
tickets for all events can be obtained from the Arts Centre's
Box Offices.
 Writer,
artist and TV presenter Douglas Skeggs examines the life &
works of
Vincent Van Gogh and the influence on him of Paul Gaugin - which
resulted in the loss of an ear.
Guests
£5. Enquiries 01905 841236/01789 491313
Fri
19th at 7:30pm
- Canteloube Trio (EDMC)
 An
evening of classical music played by the acclaimed Canteloube Wind Trio
- taking in music by Rossini, Mozart, Jacob, Bach, Williams – and
themselves! "...they posses virtuosity and warmth of expression – a
rare combination - and their performances are a delight to hear..."
Neal Black, OBE.
Tickets £13
(Senior Citizens £12, Students £3) from Evesham Almonry 01386-446944
10am-5pm, or on the door
March
2010
Wed
3rd - Sat 6th at 7:15pm
- Hairspray (PHHS)
 Plump
teenager Tracy Turnblad dreams of dancing on a TV talent show - but
what will she do if her dream comes true? Prince Henry's High School
presents the big, wonderful, award-winning Broadway musical, full of
1960s music, dance & style.
Saurday's show will be a Gala performance - smart dress encouraged,
pre-show glass of wine & nibbles included.
Tickets £9.50
(pupils £7) Wed-Fri and £11.50 (pupils £7.50) Sat
from Prince Henry's School 01386-765588
Tue
16th - Sat 20th at
7:30pm, plus 2:30pm on 20th - Honk!
(EODS)
 EODS
presents the Olivier-award-winning musical story of The Ugly Duckling:
A heart-warming family show featuring a host of comedy characters
&
toe-tapping musical numbers - you'd be QUACKERS to miss it!
Tickets £12
(£10 Group rates also available) from Arts
Centre Box Offices
Mon
22nd at 7:30pm
- The W Factor 2010 (Wychavon DC)
 Final
show of the competition for 11-18 year olds in Wychavon - drama, dance,
music, singing, circus, visual art, short film. Auditions 1st, 3rd,
4th, 5th Feb - to apply contact Amandine 01386 565497
amandine@wychavon.gov.uk
Tickets £4 (£5) Almonry
Heritage Centre, Abbey Gate, Evesham,WR11 4BG Tel 01386 446944
Tue
23rd at 7pm
- Winchcombe Dance & Music
Festival (Winchcombe
School)
Tickets from the SSCO at
Winchcombe School 01242 602233
Fri
26th at 7:30pm
- Blue Remembered Hills (EAA+New Century Theatre)
 Dennis
Potter’s brilliant and often hilarious evocation of war-time childhood
games, rivalries, jealousies – and tragedies. This apparently simple
tale relates the activities of seven-year-olds on a summer afternoon -
in a unique twist, the children’s roles are acted out by a cast of
adults. The original ground-breaking production featured Helen Mirren
and Colin Welland. http://www.screenonline.org.uk/tv/id/1052378
Tickets £9 (£8)
from Arts Centre Box Offices
Wed
31st at 7:30pm
- London Concertante (EDMC)
 The
London Concertante, one of the finest chamber ensembles in the country,
is brought to Evesham by the EDMC. Their seven string players will be
performing works by Mozart, Rossini and Elgar, among others.
"...quality musicians…playing with tone as soft as velvet…bow strokes
that sing.. . Romanticists wide volume range..." Evening Standard.
Tickets £13
(Senior Citizens £12, Students £3) from Evesham Almonry 01386-446944
10am-5pm, or on the door
April
2010
Fri
9th at 7:30pm
- The Upbeat Beatles (EAA)
 “It’s
1963 and a new band is taking the country by storm, playing a heady
mixture of Blues, Motown and Rock”. The Upbeat Beatles re-create this
sound. Raw powerhouse vocals, pumped out with a driving backbeat. There
isn’t a band to touch them! No gadgets - just 3 amps and drums! The
nearest you’ll ever get to the real thing! www.upbeatbeatles.co.uk
Tickets £15
(£14) from Arts Centre Box
Offices
Wed
14th at 8pm
- Picture Hanging & Interior
Design (EDFAS)
 Professional
landscape painter Stephen Taylor on the changing fashions for
displaying paintings from the 16th century to the present day -
including some practical tips for today’s homes!
Guests £5
Enquiries 01905 841236/01789 491313
Thu
15th at 9am
- Easter Academy (Imagine Productions)
 A
week of intensive musical theatre training from experienced &
qualified professionals, culminating in an exciting & varied
evening of theatre – including song and dance numbers from Hairspray,
Grease & Footloose. Open to ages 7-21. Audition Monday 12th -
for a
chance to shine! www.imagineproductions.biz
To be involved,
please call Dean 07590 577989 or Leanne 07830 353189
Fri
16th at 8pm
- Stand-up Comedy (EAA)
 Three
comedians from the club circuit - plus a 4th as MC take the stage for
your amusement. For names & details see website or sign up to
our
mailing list. Strong language likely - min age 16.
Tickets £8 (£6
members, students groups 8+) from Arts
Centre Box Offices
Sat
17th at 7:30pm
- A Night to Remember (TBA)
 A
night of variety for charity - comedy, music, readings and more -
featuring Pershore group The Gilded Lilies and a host of other acts.
Proceeds to Prostate Cancer Research & Cancer Research UK
Tickets £10
Evesham Almonry 01386-446944 or 01386 422307
Thu
22nd at 7:30pm
- Claire Jones & Chris
Marshall (EDMC)
 Official
Harpist to Prince Charles, Claire Jones, teams up with percussionist
Chris Marshall for a varied evening of music of interest to all. Their
programme of 10 pieces starts with Ravel and ends with Riverdance -
taking in Bach, Albinez De Falla, Williams, Bernstein, Jazz on the
vibes, Tchaikovsky, and a Snare Drum Solo on the way. http://www.chrismarshallpercussion.com
http://www.clairejones.co.uk
Tickets £13 (Seniors £12, Students
£3) from Evesham Almonry 01386-446944 10am-5pm, or on the door
Fri
23rd at 7:30pm
- Last of the Summer wine
(EAA)
 Bill
Owen charmed audiences as Compo in the long-running
comedy series. Now his son & fellow actor Tom, tells Bill
Owen's
fascinating life story through anecdotes, narrative, film and song. A
memorable evening.
Tickets £10 (£9) from Arts Centre Box Offices
Wed
28th at 7pm
- Swan Lake (Vienna Festival Ballet)
 One
of the best known love stories, performed by the ever popular Vienna
Festival Ballet. Lavish costumes, stunning scenery, international
stars, and the glorious music from Tchaikovsky make this a night not to
be missed.
Swan Lake is the most popular ballet in the world. It's the ballet that
captures like no other the full range of human emotions - from hope to
despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy to ecstasy. www.viennafestivalballet.com
Tickets £17.50
(£11 children) from Arts Centre
Box Offices
May 2010
Sat
8th at 1pm
- All-England Theatre Festival
(AETF)
 The
Semi-final of the All-England one-act play competition: performances by
the winners of the Central Area Quarter Final. Come and see five plays
in two sessions!
Tickets £8 per session (£12
for both sessions -
in advance only) from: J.Cunnington, 11 Howard Road, Yardley, B25 8AL
0121 707 6684
Wed
12th at 8pm
- English Porcelain (EDFAS)
 A
look at the experimental beginnings of porcelain in England: the
products of the Chelsea, Bow, Derby and Worcester factories. Presented
by lecturer Jane Gardiner, whose career has included both the
V&A
and Sotherby's.
Guests £5
Enquiries 01905 841236/01789 491313
Exhibitions
Exhibition
material in the Arts Centre foyer is
regularly changed and
features work by
local artists, photographers, schools and societies. All
works on display are
available for sale. If you would like to exhibit work, please get
in touch.
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