Welcome to our Theatre Autumn Season
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| Saturday 6th. September 2008 |
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Little Theatre Company presents
Why not come along to the Brewhouse Bar and support LTC adult and youth members giving their all in a non-stop 12 hour mixture of play readings, sketches and musical moments in their Playathon 2008. Drinks and refreshments available throughout the day. |
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The Mellow Dramatics present An ebullient and irresistible story of the joy of living, and tells of Mrs. Dolly Levi's efforts to marry Horace Vandergelder, the well-known half-a-millionaire. Along the way she also succeeds in matching up the young and beautiful Widow Molloy with Vandergelder's head clerk,  Each evening 7.30pm (Saturday Matinee 2.30pm) £8.50 (£7.50 Tuesday evening and Saturday matinee) Auditorium Back to Top |
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SONGS FOR LIFE An evening of popular music of the last 60 years from stage and screen. Diversity is a group of local performers who use fully orchestrated backing tracks to recreate an authentic concert hall sound.
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CONCERT FOR ALBANIA
Since the fall of communism there have been many improvements in Albanian society, including the educational system. However there are still many children living in State Orphanages who do not have the same opportunities as other students. Steph and Dave Bendall spent several years working in such an orphanage in Saranda, southern Albania and all proceeds from this evening will go towards the educational needs of the orphanage. This concert will feature local duo,'The Gatecrashers'. Steph Bendall and Lydia Dakin will be singing together for the first time and there is guest speaker, Ben Delija who works with the homeless in Burton and is Albanian. The MC is local magician and all round entertainer Paul Brown (Magical Mayhem) and there will be an up to date audio-visual presentation of the children from the Orphanage. Please come and join us for this entertaining and inspiring evening, it will be great fun! 7.30pm £5 (£3.50 concessions) Auditorium Back to Top |
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Tanya Hilton presents Come and join us for our 3rd concert of piano duets in the Piano Bar. Another relaxing, informal evening with music of all styles, with refreshments from the bar. 7.30pm £5 Bar Event Back to Top |
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CULTURAL OLYMPIAD TASTER SESSIONS
Brewhouse Open Day - Sat 27th September, 10am - 4pm Join us to celebrate the launch of THE CULTURAL OLYMPIAD with FREE Taster Sessions The Olympic and Paralympic Games are about more than sport, cities also stage the Cultural Olympiad - a series of events to showcase the countrys arts and culture to the rest of the world. The Cultural Olympiad will be launched on the 26 September 2008, starting a four year celebration designed to enable the widest range of people across the UK to take part. It will provide an opportunity to try something new, to encourage community involvement, to think differently about the Olympic and Paralympic games and to showcase the UK's creativity to the rest of the world. Celebrating the ideals of the original Olympic Games Arts East Staffs brings you a day for mind, body and spirit. Have you always wanted to give Tai Chi or yoga a go, or maybe singing is more up your street? Kids want to learn how to breakdance or to create a mini masterpiece or would you just like to wile away some time listening to fantastic stories or watching a movie with the family. Well this is the perfect opportunity to try all that and a whole lot more for Free! Arts East Staffs: Community Arts Team, Project Wired and The Brewhouse will be hosting a whole day of "try out" activities from 10am - 4pm. Drop in at any time to see the full programme of the day and trial a whole host of activities suitable for the whole family from tots to pensioners. Back to Top |
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Opus Theatre present
World War II Victoria Cross Veteran Frederick Salisbury is to give his medal to the Staffordshire Regiment. To mark the occasion, the regiment is to honour him with a march-past complete with colours and mascot, at which Frederick will take the salute, followed by a dinner in mess. However, he must first deal with the unexpected problem of coming face to face with one time antagonist, Wolfgang Meissler. What is the reason that this old German Soldier wants to confront Frederick? Why, on this very special day? Does he hold a secret that threatens to dramatically upset the day's events? 7.30pm £10 Auditorium Back to Top |
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South Derbyshire Dance Partnership Showcase present
From the success of last years show, One Night Only has now become two! This showcase of dance brings together local dance schools and community groups in one explosive performance! From ballet to street dancing, the rhythm is gonna get you! There will be dancers of all ages and abilities, ranging from beginners to semi-professional. This performance is organised by the South Derbyshire Dance Partnership, which started in September 2006 and saw a number of organisations, including the School Sports Partnership, South Derbyshire District Council, and NHS Primary Care Trust, all working together to celebrate dance from South Derbyshire.  7.30pm £5 (£3 concessions) Auditorium Back to Top |
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AYNSLEY LISTER
Aynsley Lister does not simply reheat the blues of yesteryear - no simple 12 bar numbers here. He produces songs with a contemporary feel and sound, infusing influences from the 1960's blues boom era with a more current melodic and lyrical approach. Aynsley is one of the very few artists playing rocking blues with a modern edge - tangible, heartfelt, soul searching and full of fine songwriting; played with passion, vitality and simply stunning guitar work, reminiscent of a young Clapton.
8.00pm £6 in advance (£8 on the door) Bar Event Back to Top |
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BANGING FOR BRITAIN
 
Lloyd Ryan, one of Britain's most accomplished drummers. Lloyd will be doing what he does best... drumming and talking! but it's not just for drummers, along with some explosive drumming Lloyd will also talk about his 40 year career which has included working with artists such as Tony Christie, Matt Monroe, Brotherhood of Man, The New Seekers, Tommy Cooper and Bobby Davro, to name just a few. So, expect explosive drumming, amusing stories and the occasional surprise, plus the opportunity to ask questions and get some top tips. Many of Lloyd's former students have also achieved great success Phil Collins (Genesis), Derrick McKenzie (Jamiroquai), John Coughlan (ex Status Quo), Nick Simms (Cornershop) and Keef Hartley (John Mayall) are just a few examples. 7.00pm £9 (£7 concessions)£28 Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) Auditorium Back to Top |
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Stephanie Parrott's Midland Youth Ballet present |
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MARTIAL ARTS DISPLAY
Paul Barnes will present various demonstrations from various martial arts disciplines.Doors open at 7pm with the show starting at 7.30pm.
7.30pm - 10.00pm £10 (£7.50 children) Auditorium Back to Top |
Burton Concert Band and Stephanie Parrott School of Dance present A programme of popular and classical music with dance interpretations to favourites such as Walt Disney's Fantasia, Peter And The Wolf, Queen, etc. Featuring: THE BURTON CONCERT BAND Conductor - David Haines Leader - Kate Fox and: THE STEPHANIE PARROTT SCHOOL OF DANCE All presentations choreographed by Stephanie Parrott
MUSIC AND DANCE 7.30pm £7.50 Auditorium Back to Top
3's Company present Everything you have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws, but were afraid to admit. This hilarious musical comedy revue takes you on a rollercoaster ride through all aspects of love in the modern world. An amateur production by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of R&H THEATRICALS.
"I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT,
NOW CHANGE"
Book and Lyrics by Joe Dipietro
Music by Jimmy Roberts
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CHIEF SCOUT AWARDS PRESENTATION A presentation by the District Commissioner of the highest award to be gained in 2008 by Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts and Explorer Scouts.
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Little Theatre Company present "Fiddler on the Roof" has an uplifting and heartfelt story which has captivated audiences around the globe since its original Broadway opening in 1964. Winner of 9 Tony Awards, the spectacular stage show went on to become a smash-hit Oscar-winning film and features some of the most memorable songs in musical history, including Tradition, Matchmaker and the unforgettable If I Were A Rich Man. 7.30pm each evening2.30pm Saturday matinee £8 (£7 concessions - Monday to Wednesday only)£7 all Matinee tickets Auditorium Back to Top |
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STORYTELLING CAFE Sweden's top Storyteller Mats Rehnman takes you on a journey to the heart of Lapland where heathen gods still swarm beyond the churches and wheregiants,witches and ghosts are hiding in endless forests. In the beginning and in the end of life, the most stunning miracles might take place.
Further details can be found on the Community Arts Page 7.30pm £6 (£4 concessions) Bar Event See Community Arts Page for more details Back to Top |
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Shobnall Primary School present Year 4, 5 & 6 perform the popular story. Mary Poppins is the school's 6th performance at the Brewhouse and another exciting show produced by Stephanie Parrott A.R.A.D.
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Burton College presents The eight annual showcase of the dance performance assessments from the College students. The showcase will provide performance in ballet, contemporary, jazz and many more. Come along and see the talents of the College!
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WINTER WONDERLAND Seasonal Songs and Stories presented by Coral Gould & friends.
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Violet Lane Foundation School present Year Two perform this well loved fairy tale Red Riding Hood. This is the school's fifth production and another exciting show to enjoy. Produced by Stephanie Parrott A.R.A.D.
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New Era Musical Theatre Group present Following the popularity of "Something to Shout About" last year, we are presenting another evening of excerpts from some of the best loved shows from Broadway and the West End. Among those featured will be Guys And Dolls, Mamma Mia, A Chorus Line, Sunset Boulevard, Show Boat, Oklahoma, Woman in White, Les Miserables, Calamity Jane, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, West Side Story.
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Nadia Jane School of Dance Pupils from the school of dance will be taking the stage for this spectacular performance featuring the youngest pupils to the semi professional group Fusion. The show is also celebrating the grand opening of our new studios in Derby. So if classical is your thing or you "wanna get low" to a bit of street then this show is for you
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Stephanie Parrott Midland Youth Ballet present This seasonal favourite bringing excitement and fun for all the family.
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