PORTSMOUTH FESTIVITIES
19 - 28 JUNE 2015
MUSIC / THEATRE & DANCE / FAMILIES & SCHOOLS ART / TALKS & LITERATURE / OUTDOOR / FILM A 10-day festival celebrating arts, culture and heritage
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From Friday 19 to Sunday 28 June, Portsmouth plays host to some of the summer’s most exciting arts and cultural experiences. We are delighted by the diversity of this year’s Portsmouth Festivities. From Beijing artists to battling organists, there is plenty for everyone, in venues across the city. We are thrilled to have commissioned the world premiere of a brand new, large-scale dance spectacular with Stopgap Dance Company. The Seafarers brings together professional and community dancers to tell the story of shipbuilding in Portsmouth through music and motion. The HMS Warrior will be making waves as we have an exciting night on the top deck of this amazing vessel featuring The Peatbog Faeries. We are privileged to welcome acclaimed author Andy Mulligan, National Poet of Wales Gillian Clarke and internationally renowned a cappella superstars The Swingle Singers – along with many more inspiring thinkers, creators and performers. Proceedings begin in style with the Festivities Gala Concert, A Summer Night’s Serenade with the London Mozart Players and Laura van der Heijden. 10 jam-packed days later, we round off this year’s Festivities with a celebration of singer-songwriters. We are hugely grateful to our sponsors, creative partners, partner venues, performers and volunteers for all their support. Thanks to you, too. By attending and enjoying these events, you play a vital part in supporting arts and culture in this great waterfront city.
James Priory, Festivities Chairman
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Thanks Welcome The Programme Key to events Friday 19 Saturday 20 Sunday 21 Monday 22 Tuesday 23 Wednesday 24 Thursday 25 Friday 26 Saturday 27 Sunday 28 The Seafarers Acknowledgements Booking Information Getting There Map
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KEY TO EVENTS MUSIC THEATRE & DANCE FAMILIES & SCHOOLS ART TALKS & LITERATURE OUTDOOR FILM
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6pm – 6.45pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required) Cathedral Choir. Music by Philip Stopford and Bob Chilcott.
FRIDAY 19 JUNE,
7.30pm – 9.45pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Tickets £18, Concessions £16 The UK’s longest-established chamber orchestra is joined for a very special evening by Laura van der Heijden (BBC Young Musician of the Year 2012) and the Festivities Youth Choir. This promises to be a perfect opening night event of Tchaikovsky, Mozart, Handel and Brahms. MOZART
Divertimento in D major K136
HANDEL Trio Sonata for Two Cellos No.16 in G minor TCHAIKOVSKY Andante Cantabile for Cello and Strings BRAHMS
Geistliches Lied, Op.30
MOZART
Ave Verum Corpus K618
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THE LONDON MOZART PLAYERS, LAURA VAN DER HEIJDEN & TIM POSNER
Laura van der Heijden
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A SUMMER NIGHT’S SERENADE:
TCHAIKOVSKY Serenade for Strings, Op.48
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THE TEMPEST:
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STREETSPEARE SCHOOLS PROJECT SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
11am –11.30am, HMS Warrior, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base PO1 3QX 1pm – 1.30pm, Guildhall Square PO1 2AB 3pm – 3.30pm, Palmerston Road, Southsea PO5 3QH Free (no ticket required) Revel in a fresh and youthful take on Shakespeare’s classic play. Students from Bay House School and Leesland Primary have come together to create an interactive and enchanting outdoor production. Part of the nationwide Streetspeare Schools Project, it will pop up across the city.
SOUNDS AND VISIONS SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
11am – 12noon Aspex Gallery, The Vulcan Building, Gunwharf Quays PO13BF Tickets £5, Concessions £3, Under-3s Free
Lively, entertaining and family-friendly, this is a unique collaboration between the Benyounes string quartet and Aspex Gallery associate visual artist Melanie Rose. Melanie will produce drawings before your eyes, in response to live music. Then it’s your turn! No knowledge of art or music is required – come along and be inspired.
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SEAFOOD ON THE GREEN
FREE
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
12pm – 2pm Portsmouth Cathedral Green, Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required) A proper Portsmouth feast for all the family. The Cathedral of the sea welcomes you to a rustic lunch with wine bar and music. Whatever the weather, we’ll be on the Green, giving you the chance to sample delights caught by local fishermen (food from £3).
SWINGLE SINGERS: SINGING WORKSHOP
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
11am – 1pm David Russell Theatre, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LP Tickets £8, Concessions £5 Take your passion for music and singing to the next level. Join members of The Swingle Singers for a very special workshop. A unique opportunity to learn from some of the UK’s most exciting singers, sing along with them and find out more about professional singing careers.
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
2pm – 4pm King’s Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea PO5 2QJ Tickets £4
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
11.30am – 11.50am Palmerston Road, Southsea PO5 3QH 3pm – 3:20pm, Portsmouth Guildhall Square PO1 2AB Free (no ticket required)
Rudyard Kipling and his little sister Trix arrived in Southsea when they were both tiny. Inspired by historical facts, Mary Hamer’s Virginia Prize winning novel Kipling and Trix tells their story. Join Mary Hamer to find out how the siblings’ time in Southsea shaped their future. This talk will be concluded with a book sale and book signing.
Special open air performance by one of the UK’s most exciting contemporary dance companies, ahead of their world premiere of The Seafarers at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard on Saturday 27and Sunday 28 June (p. 30 for full listing).
SWINGLE SINGERS:
BILL & BOBBY
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OPEN DANCE WORKSHOP STOPGAP DANCE COMPANY SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
5.30pm – 7pm St George’s Church, Hanover Street, Portsea PO1 3BN Free (no ticket required)
A unique opportunity to join the creative team behind Bill & Bobby and The Seafarers for a free practical dance workshop (p. 30 for full listing). Come along wearing suitable clothing and bring water. No previous dance experience required.
CHORAL EVENSONG
FREE
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
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PRE CONCERT TALK
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
5pm – 5.45pm Royal Naval Club & Royal Albert Yacht Club PO1 2NT Free (limited capacity – ticket required)
6pm – 6.45pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required)
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STOPGAP DANCE COMPANY
KIPLING AND TRIX
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BILL & BOBBY
Cathedral Choir. Music by John Amner and William Boyce.
The Swingle Singers are “never less than dazzling”
Washington Post
Meet members of the ensemble, as they discuss life as stars of acapella!
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THE SWINGLE SINGERS:
TIMELESS
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
7.45pm – 9.30pm (including interval) Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Concert Ticket £16, Concessions £14, Under-18s £5 Concert, Meal and Drink £30, Meal served 6–7pm Concessions £28, Under-18s £19 With powerful and versatile voices, The Swingle Singers work classic music into wonderful and surprising new shapes. Be captivated by their dazzling and moving versions of timeless pieces. Whether it’s a Bach aria reimagined as a chilling murder ballad, or a meltingly beautiful interpretation of a favourite Beatles tune, The Swingle Singers bring their tireless invention and vocal mastery to an eclectic repertoire spanning five centuries. Supported by
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“The Swingle Singers pitched those mysteriously lovely chords with laser-like precision... a triumph”
The Daily Telegraph
“Talented, talented people”
Jamie Cullum
The Royal Naval Club & Royal Albert Yacht Club (PO1 2NT) will offer a pre-event meal and drink; service from 5.45pm to 7pm. Table bookings must be made by Thursday 18th June. Email in advance any special dietary requirements to info@rnc-rayc.co.uk.
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SUNDAY 21 JUNE,
10.30am – 11.30am Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required) A special service to celebrate the opening of Portsmouth Festivities 2015. The Cathedral Choir, The Portsmouth Grammar School Chamber Choir and Portsmouth High School for Girls Chamber Choir sing, with music by Joseph Haydn and Gabriel Jackson.
SPICE ISLAND ART TRAIL
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ART SPACE PORTSMOUTH, ASPEX GALLERY, CRAFTS IN THE TOWER, PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL & STRONG ISLAND SUNDAY 21 JUNE,
11am to 4pm Various venues in Old Portsmouth. Start Square Tower, Broad Street, PO1 2JE Free (no ticket required) Local artists showcase their work in historic and unusual venues throughout Old Portsmouth. Enjoy all kinds of art, observe artists at work – and discover your own artistic talents along the way with fun practical opportunities. Start at Square Tower to collect your trail map.
SPICE ISLAND ART TRAIL EXHIBITION
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OPENING SERVICE
WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE TO MONDAY 9 JULY,
Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, Saturday, 10am to 4pm Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square PO1 2AB Free (no ticket required) A special pop-up exhibition of winning pieces from this year’s Portsmouth Festivities Spice Island Art Trail. The best of the best Hampshire art, selected by judges from local arts organisations including Art Space Portsmouth, Aspex Gallery, Guildhall Cultural Trust and Strong Island.
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CHORAL EVENSONG
FREE
SUNDAY 21 JUNE,
6pm – 7pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required) Cathedral Choir. Music by John Amner and William Boyce.
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MONDAY 22 JUNE,
PORTSMOUTH CHORAL UNION SUNDAY 21 JUNE,
7.30pm – 9.15pm Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square PO1 2AB Tickets £14, Concessions £13
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The Portsmouth Choral Union, Fareham Philharmonic Choir and Southern Pro Music Orchestra come together for one night only to perform timeless classics by Berlioz, Verdi and Wagner.
Performances throughout the day: 10am – 6.30pm The Menhuin Theatre 3rd Floor, Central Library, Guildhall Square PO1 2DX Free (ticket required) Come and explore Our Island - an installation created by pupils from five local schools in collaboration with Filskit Theatre Company. Experience the sights, sounds and stories of Portsmouth through a unique blend of interactive projection, sound and poetry. The installation is open to everyone. For school group bookings with workshops, contact takepart@newtheatreroyal.com Supported with investment from Artswork, the South East Bridge.
MONDAY 22 JUNE,
1pm – 3pm HMS Warrior, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base PO1 3QX Tickets £25 Abstract painter Zhon Yan is one of four artists visiting Portsmouth from Beijing as part of the Festivities. Taking up residency on HMS Warrior, she will create unique art inspired by the city. Known as the ‘Oriental Picasso’, her work combines the culture of East and West, creating a powerful breadth of space, with mesmerising changes in colour and light. Join her for a fascinating workshop before the International Artists Exhibition opens to the public.
ANDY MULLIGAN
Andy Mulligan
MONDAY 22 JUNE,
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INTERNATIONAL ARTIST WORKSHOP:
12pm – 1pm, followed by book signing Mayfield School, Mayfield Road PO2 0RH Tickets £4 (for ages 10 –18) Andy Mulligan is an English writer of fiction for young adults. His novel TRASH was recently made into a major motion picture. Andy’s work is strongly influenced by his experiences working as a volunteer in Calcutta, India, and as an English and Drama teacher in Brazil, Vietnam, the Philippines and the UK.
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CHORAL EVENSONG
FREE
MONDAY 22 JUNE,
6pm – 7pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required) Lay Clerks and Choral Scholars. Music by Alan Ridout and Ernest Bullock.
PORTSMOUTH MUSIC FESTIVAL WINNERS RECITAL WITH ISABEL HOWSON
MONDAY 22 JUNE,
6pm – 7.30pm Rotunda, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LN Tickets £5, Concessions £1
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A celebration of emerging talent. Winner of the Portsmouth Music Festival 2014 Recital Prize, Isabel completed her time as a pupil at The Portsmouth Grammar School in 2014. She will perform pieces by Vaughan-Williams, Koetsier and Hindemith.
INTERNATIONAL ARTIST RESIDENCY: TRASH CERT 15 FEATURING PRE-FILM TALK WITH ANDY MULLIGAN MONDAY 22 JUNE,
Talk 6.00pm – 6.30pm Film 6.30pm – 8.25pm (Run time approx. 114 minutes) No 6 Cinema, Boathouse 6, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Tickets £8, Concessions (including students) £6.50 From Stephen Daldry, director of Billy Elliot, Trash is the story of three Brazilian kids who make a discovery in a garbage dump - and soon find themselves running from the police, trying to right a terrible wrong. Trash was adapted by Richard Curtis from Andy Mulligan’s novel. Join Andy for an insightful pre-screening talk.
NICOLA RIVELLI AND JIN HE – EXHIBITION OPEN EVENING
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MONDAY 22 JUNE,
6pm – 7pm Dress Circle Promenade, Kings Theatre, Albert Road PO5 2QJ Free (no ticket required) Italian sculptor Nicola Rivelli and fibreglass sculptor Jin He are two of four artists visiting Portsmouth from Beijing as part of the Festivities. Taking up residency at the Kings Theatre, they are creating unique art inspired by the city. View their work and meet them for yourself.
MONDAY 22 JUNE,
7.30pm – 11.30pm HMS Warrior, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base PO1 3QX Tickets £18 Note this is an Outdoor event – on the top deck of the ship A truly unique gig on the deck of HMS Warrior - the historic pride of Queen Victoria’s naval fleet. Multi-instrumentalist duo Greg Russell & Ciaran Algar won the 2013 BBC Radio 2 ‘Young Folk’ Award and 2014 Horizon Award for ‘Best Breakthrough Act’. They are now one of the most sought after young acts on the folk scene. The Peatbog Faeries fuse folk, electronica, rock and jazz with traditional Celtic music. ‘Live Band of the Year’ at both the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and Scottish Traditional Music Awards, they mix programmed effects with bagpipes, fiddles and whistles.
Greg Russell & Ciaran Algar
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T HE PEATBOG FAERIES GREG RUSSELL & CIARAN ALGAR
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HANSEL AND GRETEL MONDAY 22 JUNE,
7.30pm – 9pm, Gatehouse Studio, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LN Tickets £10, Concessions £7 Tonight, Hansel and Gretel will learn how dangerous life can be. But can they overcome the evil that has always been waiting for them? A small ensemble from The Portsmouth Grammar School presents a dark, contemporary retelling of the classic tale through mime, dance and movement.
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KIZOMBA PORTSMOUTH MONDAY 22 JUNE,
8pm – 11pm, Royal Naval Club and Royal Albert Yacht Club 17 Pembroke Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 2NT Tickets £6, Concessions £4 After slavery was abolished, Portsmouth’s Navy played a dramatic role in pursuing the slave ships that refused to stop trafficking souls across the seas. Inspired by historical events, this powerful new musical experience also draws on the far-reaching influence of African dance.
OUR ISLAND
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TUESDAY 23 JUNE,
Performances throughout the day: 10am – 6.30pm The Menhuin Theatre 3rd Floor, Central Library, Guildhall Square PO1 2DX Free (ticket required) Come and explore Our Island - an installation created by pupils from five local schools in collaboration with Filskit Theatre Company. Experience the sights, sounds and stories of Portsmouth through a unique blend of interactive projection, sound and poetry. The installation is open to everyone. For school group bookings with workshops, contact takepart@newtheatreroyal.com Supported with investment from Artswork, the South East Bridge.
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ELOISE KEATING
TUESDAY 23 JUNE,
1pm – 2.30pm Irving Room, Kings Theatre, Albert Road PO5 2QJ Tickets £4 (BOOKING FEE MAY APPLY) Since winning All About The Song in 2014, Portsmouth’s own Eloise Keating has been on the rise. She’s played Victorious Festival and Southsea Fest and was nominated as a VPME Tip for 2015. Enjoy this talented young singersongwriter’s latest music live, during your lunch hour.
CHORAL EVENSONG TUESDAY 23 JUNE,
6pm – 6.45pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required) Cathedral Choir. Music by Arthur Wills.
FOLK OF ALBERT ROAD TUESDAY 23 JUNE,
7pm – 9pm Kings Theatre, Albert Road PO5 2QJ Tickets £6, Concessions £5
Experience a guided walk like no other. Meeting at the Kings Theatre, you’ll go on a journey through folk music. Musicians will pop up in all manner of quirky venues along the Independent Republic of Albert Road, giving bite sized performances in a delightfully different evening.
GEORGE BERNARD SHAW: PLAYING THE CLOWN
TUESDAY 23 JUNE,
7pm – 8.35pm (including interval) New Benildus Hall, St John’s College, Grove Road South, Southsea PO5 3QW Tickets £5, Concessions £4
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LUNCHTIME LIVE! AT THE KINGS THEATRE:
Speaker, playwright and director Brian Freeland draws on his lifetime in theatre to present Playing the Clown, a ‘staged biography’ of George Bernard Shaw. This entertaining one-man show illuminates the life, loves and writings of the prolific playwright.
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SOUTHERN COUNTER-TENORS:
P ROFESSOR ARCHIE BROWN:
A CELEBRATION
THE MYTH OF THE STRONG LEADER
TUESDAY 23 JUNE,
9pm – 10.30pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Tickets £8, Concessions £5
Back by popular demand after Festivities 2014, the second celebration of heavenly voices brings together Alastair Hume (founder of the Kings Singers), Malcolm Archer (Winchester College), the Cathedral’s own counter-tenors and others. Their repertoire will take you on a musical journey from plainsong, to Flanders and Swann, to the present day.
WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE,
12pm – 1pm St John’s College Auditorium, St John’s College, Grove Road South, Southsea PO5 3QW Free (limited capacity – ticket required) The St John’s College Politics Society presents Professor Archie Brown of Oxford University. Author of a recent study of political leadership, Professor Brown is an expert on modern Russia. Join him for an enlightening talk challenging ideas about leadership.
FILM IN A DAY WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE,
7.30pm – 9.30pm David Russell Theatre, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LP Tickets £3 24 hours ago, these films did not exist! Since 9:30am on this morning, seven schools will have shot and edited their very own original movies, from scratch, using iPads. Come to The Portsmouth Grammar School, where the project began, to witness seven world premieres.
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FREE
MEET THE INTERNATIONAL ARTIST: NICOLA RIVELLI
WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE,
FREE
CO 1pm – 2pm COMMISSION HMS WARRIOR, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base PO1 3QX Free Event (limited capacity ticket required)
Italian sculptor Nicola Rivelli is one of four artists visiting Portsmouth from Beijing as part of the Festivities. Nicola is famous for his sculpture for the 11th Chinese National Games and his Ghosts for 798 Studios. In 2010 the Chinese government created a mail stamp in his honour. Nicola works with clay and wax using a traditional, almost lost process. Taking up residency at the Kings Theatre, he is creating unique art inspired by the city. View his work and meet with him.
WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE,
1.10pm – 1.50pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Tickets £4, Concessions £2.50, Under 18s £1 A recital of solo and ensemble performances by pupils from the Portsmouth Grammar School, including winners of the PGS Young Musician of the Year competition.
MEET THE ARTIST
3pm – 4pm Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea PO5 2QJ Free Event (limited capacity ticket required)
Fibreglass sculptor Jin He is one of four artists visiting Portsmouth from Beijing as part of the Festivities. Taking up residency at the Kings Theatre, he is creating unique art inspired by the city. He relishes the reduction of sculpture, the ‘most primitive’ visual form. He uses structure to express highly personal emotions. View his work and meet him for yourself.
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WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE,
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INTERNATIONAL FOSTER’S ARTIST SOUTH COAST RESIDENCY: FREE COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR 2015: JIN HE – THE FINAL
WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE,
8pm – 11pm Wedgewood Rooms, Albert Road PO4 0JW Tickets £5 Available on the door and includes a free drink. Up and coming comedians from along the south coast have progressed through heats at The Cellars at Eastney. Tonight, the best of the best compete at the Wedgewood Rooms in front of a panel of industry experts for the title, a trophy, a cash prize – and your belly laughs.
THE DAVID REES-WILLIAMS JAZZ TRIO WEDNESDAY 24 JUNE,
9pm – 11pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Tickets £10, Concessions £8
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LUNCHTIME LIVE! AT PORTSMOUTH CATHEDRAL:
The Trio shot to fame on BBC Radio 3’s In Tune in 2001. Since then, they’ve performed across the UK, Europe, the USA and Barbados. Bringing together the very best of classical and jazz, they have released a number of albums to great critical acclaim. This is an evening not to be missed.
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THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
10am – 12am Mountbatten Centre, Alexandra Park PO2 9QA Tickets £25 Fibreglass sculptor Jin He is one of four artists visiting Portsmouth from Beijing as part of the Festivities. Taking up residency at the Kings Theatre, he is creating unique art inspired by the city. He relishes the reduction of sculpture, the ‘most primitive’ visual form. He uses structure to express highly personal emotions. View his work and join him for a fascinating workshop.
60+ SKIFFLE SESSION
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THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
10am – 1pm Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square PO1 2AB Free (limited capacity - ticket required) Tickets to be booked through Portsmouth Guildhall Box Office Skiffle is a style of ‘home made’ music based on American blues and folk. Big in 1950s Britain, it often used homemade or improvised instruments. Come along, discover the roots and history of skiffle and create your own music in this interactive workshop. Bring an instrument! Email hayley.reay@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk to book your place.
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ULUZUZULALIA
10.30am & 1.30pm The Menhuin Theatre, 3rd Floor, Central Library, Guildhall Square PO1 2DX For 6 – 11 year olds + accompanying adults Tickets £8 (£4 Concessions) Special prices for schools please email takepart@newtheatreroyal.com New Theatre Royal and Portsmouth Festivities co-commission with Your Vivacious Voice! Presented by Yvon Bonenfant. Windstorms, wolves and baby crocs. Shimmering bubbles. Trembling flames. Bend your arms and stretch a squeak. Tap and click and clack your tongue. Invent and play with magic words. Romp around your unique voice and all the things it can do: starring you… U-lu-zu-zu-la-lia! Try out the show’s iPad app, Voice Bubbles, at www.voicebubblesapp.com Supported with investment from Artswork, the South East Bridge.
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NICOLA RIVELL
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
1pm – 3pm HMS WARRIOR, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base PO1 3QX Tickets £25
Italian sculptor Nicola Rivelli is one of four artists visiting Portsmouth from Beijing as part of the Festivities. Nicola is famous for his sculpture for the 11th Chinese National Games and his Ghosts for 798 Studios. In 2010 the Chinese government created a mail stamp in his honour. Nicola works with clay and wax using a traditional, almost lost process. Taking up residency at the Kings Theatre, he is creating unique art inspired by the city. View his work and join him for a fascinating workshop.
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HAN ZHIBING
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
1pm – 3pm Mountbatten Centre, Alexandra Park PO2 9QA Tickets £25
Chinese calligrapher and painter, Han Zhibing, is one of four artists visiting Portsmouth from Beijing as part of the Festivities. He is president of China’s painting and calligraphy art research institute Mountain. He works with both oil and acrylic paints. The lotus colours of his works mark the transition between traditional and contemporary style. Taking up residency at the Kings Theatre, he is creating unique art inspired by the city. View his work and join him for a fascinating workshop.
LUNCHTIME LIVE! AT PORTSMOUTH CATHEDRAL: BATTLE OF THE ORGANISTS
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
1.10pm – 2pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street, Portsmouth, PO1 2HH Tickets £5, Concessions £3.50
Sub-Organist Oliver Hancock and Organ Scholar Callum Alger perform popular classics and organ favourites on two organs. The diverse programme features pieces by Gigout and Rutter, Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera and Widor’s Toccata as you’ve never heard it before.
WINDBAND RECITAL
FREE
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
1.10pm – 1.40pm St John’s College Chapel, St John’s College, Grove Road South, Southsea PO5 3QW Free (no ticket required)
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INTERNATIONAL ARTIST WORKSHOP:
From small ensembles and solo performances to the full power of the St John’s Wind Band, enjoy a varied repertoire featuring flutes, clarinets, oboe and all sorts of saxophones.
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CHORAL EVENSONG
FREE
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
6pm – 6.45pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (limited capacity – ticket required)
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Cantate, the Cathedral Youth Choir. Music by Sidney Watson and Herbert Howells.
DR NEIL FAULKNER: THE FIRST WORLD WAR IN THE MIDDLE EAST
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
GILLIAN CLARKE:
THE NATIONAL POET OF WALES
4pm – 5pm St John’s College Auditorium, St John’s College, Grove Road South, Southsea PO5 3QW Free (limited capacity – ticket required)
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
2pm – 4pm The David Russell Theatre, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LN Tickets £7, Schools £3 Experience a moving poetry reading with Gillian Clarke, the National Poet of Wales. In 2010, Gillian was awarded the Queen’s Gold Medal for Poetry. Her work has been translated into 10 languages. A selection of her published works will be available for purchase and signing, immediately after the event.
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The St John’s College Politics Society presents Dr Neil Faulkner, noted archaeologist and military historian. Dr Faulkner has recently been investigating sites associated with Lawrence of Arabia. Join him for a fascinating talk exploring the First World War in the Middle East.
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THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
5.30pm – 6.30pm 1.11 Lecture Theatre, Eldon Building, University of Portsmouth PO1 2DJ Free (no ticket required)
FREE
Tonight, young people will have their voices heard. It’s a time to share ideas, challenge views and change preconceptions. The topic that will be up for debate is `Should young people be able to access a wider variety of arts and culture outside of formal education`. This Question Time style event is chaired by UNLOC, an inspirational, Portsmouth-based, youth-led social start up which specialises in developing initiatives to give students a voice.
RICHARD DIGANCE IN THE LIVE LOUNGE
PIE & FILM:
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
Doors 7pm Dinner Served at 7.30pm Performance 8pm Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square PO1 2AB Tickets £13 (performance only), Performance + two course dinner £23 (Tickets to be purchased from Portsmouth Guildhall for this event). Enjoy an intimate evening of cabaret in our Live Lounge Café with Richard Digance. Richard is a BAFTA nominated entertainer and recipient of the Gold Award from The British Academy of Composers and Songwriters. Why not start your evening with a pre-show meal in the venue?
NICK CAVE: 20,000 DAYS ON EARTH 7.00pm food 7.30pm – 9pm film Pie & Vinyl, 59 - 61 Castle Road, Southsea PO5 3AY Tickets £10 (including food) Join the Pie & Vinyl team for an intimate screening of the mighty Nick Cave documentary 20,000 Days on Earth – and kick off the night with award-winning pie and mash. Choose from four themed pies, all served with creamy mashed potato, minty mushy peas and gravy. Book Tickets Direct with www.pieandvinyl.co.uk 02392 753914
DIDO AND AENEAS THURSDAY 25 JUNE,
7.30pm – 9.30pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Tickets £15, Concessions £12 Dido & Aeneas an opera by Henry Purcell in a semi-staged performance by Portsmouth Festival Choir.
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YOUNG PEOPLE’S DEBATE
Purcell’s only fully sung opera, the hugely popular Dido and Aeneas recounts the love of Dido, Queen of Carthage, for the Trojan hero Aeneas, and her despair when he abandons her, enticed away by the deceit of the Sorceress and witches. It contains much of Purcell’s most beautiful music – arias, duets, choruses and dances - including the exquisite and heart-rending solo, “When I am laid in earth”, which precedes Dido’s untimely death.
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INTERNATIONAL THEATRE WORKSHOP AND PERFORMANCE: TOPENG DANCE FOR YEAR 7 & 8 FRIDAY 26 JUNE,
9am – 3.45pm (5 x 1 hour workshops) 7.30pm – 8.30pm performance David Russell Theatre, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LN Tickets £3 workshop Tickets £5 performance Concessions £3 During the day, school children can enjoy a practical workshop with Margaret Coldiron, exploring the traditional Balinese masks of Topéng dance-drama. Join Margaret and others for an evening performance in which all the masks will have the chance to dance. To book workshop places for your school, email ryan@portsmouthfestivities.co.uk
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AMY HARMAN YOUNG CLASSICAL ARTIST TRUST FRIDAY 26 JUNE,
1pm – 2.30pm Rotunda, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LN Tickets £4, Concessions £2.50 Principal Bassoon of the Philharmonia Orchestra, Amy is passionate about bringing the bassoon to a wider audience. Represented by the highly regarded Young Classical Artist Trust, Amy has worked with the National Theatre and Royal Shakespeare Company. She recently played from a trapeze suspended 50ft above the audience, for Birmingham Opera Company. “Amy Harman gave the most stunning performance of immense artistry… sheer tonal beauty” Musicweb International
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FRIDAY 26 JUNE,
10.30am & 1.30pm The Menhuin Theatre, 3rd Floor, Central Library, Guildhall Square PO1 2DX For 6 – 11 year olds + accompanying adults Tickets £8 (£4 Concessions) Special prices for schools please email takepart@newtheatreroyal.com New Theatre Royal and Portsmouth Festivities co-commission with Your Vivacious Voice! Presented by Yvon Bonenfant.
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CHORAL EVENSONG
FREE
FRIDAY 26 JUNE,
6pm – 6.45pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (limited capacity - ticket required)
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Cathedral Choir. Music by Adrian Batten.
ANGELIC VOICES
FREE
FRIDAY 26 JUNE,
SING OUT POMPEY
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FRIDAY 26 JUNE,
7.30pm – 8.40pm St John’s Cathedral, Bishop Crispian Way PO1 3HQ Free (no ticket required)
7pm – 9pm Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square PO1 2AB Tickets £6.50
The nationally acclaimed St John’s Chapel Choir has taken this enchanting concert to over 60 cities in 11 different countries. This promises to be a homecoming of perfect harmony.
School children and community choirs from all across the city come together for a spectacular evening of music and entertainment. Featuring a host of original and authentic songs about Portsmouth, written by people who live here, this promises to be a night to remember.
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FB POCKET ORCHESTRA: TEA DANCE
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
2.30pm – 4.30pm Southsea Tennis Club, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea PO5 3PB Tickets £5 (Tea and Cake will be available)
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Come in your best Vintage Dress. Throw on your vintage threads and come to an authentic art deco tea dance, complete with acoustic music and a charming atmosphere. With styles ranging from ‘light classics’ to waltzes, tangos, foxtrots and, of course, the Charleston, this is informal elegance at its most fun.
THE SEAFARERS: DRILLING HAMMOCK HOOKS FOR SAILORS
FREE
WITH DR. CELIA CLARK
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
5pm – 5.45pm St George’s Church, Portsea PO1 3AT Free (limited capacity – booking required) Academic, campaigner and author Dr. Celia Clark uses original photographs, audio and video recordings to bring alive the unusual experience of women who undertook industrial jobs in Portsmouth dockyard during World War 1. Part of The Seafarers performance project (see page 31 for full listing).
EXCLUSIVE
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
10am – 12.30pm 1000 Lakeside, North Harbour, Western Road PO6 3EN Free (limited capacity – ticket required)
10.30am & 1.30pm The Menhuin Theatre, 3rd Floor, Central Library, Guildhall Square PO1 2DX For 6 – 11 year olds + accompanying adults Tickets £8 (£4 Concessions) Special prices for schools please email takepart@newtheatreroyal.com
From wading birds, green woodpeckers and herons, to dragonflies and damselflies, you could see all kinds of wildlife in this guided walk led by local expert Carol Booker. June is the perfect time to enjoy the wonderful scenery around the 19 acre lake. Why not have a picnic afterwards?
PAULSGROVE CARNIVAL
FREE
New Theatre Royal and Portsmouth Festivities co-commission with Your Vivacious Voice! Presented by Yvon Bonenfant.
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
11am – 4pm Starts at Kings Richard School, Allaway Avenue PO6 4QP Free (no ticket required) The 30th annual Paulsgrove Carnival begins at King Richard School before weaving its way to Hempstead Green. From midday, the Green hosts a range of activities and entertainment including live music, children’s fun fair, stalls and refreshments.
ARMED FORCES WEEKEND:
FREE
FORCES THROUGHOUT THE YEARS SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
10am – 5.30pm National Museum of the Royal Navy, Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Tickets – Free Entry Tickets available via www.historicdockyard.co.uk
CO COMMISSION
The whole family can travel through time with the National Museum of the Royal Navy, in this very special event to mark National Armed Forces Day. From Nelson’s era to the present day, you’ll find out how clothing, navigation and weapons in the Royal Navy have changed.
OPEN STUDIOS WEEKEND
FREE
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
1.30pm – 4.30pm Art Space Portsmouth, Brougham Road, PO5 4PA Free Entry
Art Space Portsmouth’s Open Studios weekend is a once a year opportunity to come and catch a rare glimpse into the studios of over 30 professional artists and see an exhibition of works of 10 nonstudio members. Join us for this inspiring and exciting event where you’ll have the chance to meet the artists, buy artworks and enjoy our
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FLIGHT OF FANCY NATURE TRAIL
award-winning studio garden. If you’re curious about a career as an artist this is a perfect time to visit and discover more….
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THE SEAFARERS: POST SHOW TALK
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
THE SEAFARERS SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
8pm – 8.45pm Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Tickets £5, Concessions and Under-18s £3
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Inspired by Portsmouth’s incredible boatbuilding heritage, Stopgap Dance Company premieres a unique work of dance theatre. Professional and community dancers have come together to create this extraordinary new show (see page 31 for full listing).
8.55pm – 9.15pm Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Free to The Seafarers performance ticket holders. Details p.31 Join the cast and creative team of The Seafarers for a free post-performance discussion exploring the themes, opportunities and challenges of the piece (see page 30 for full listing).
MUSICAL THEATRE OPEN WORKSHOP SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
9.30am – 12.30pm David Russell Theatre, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LP Tickets £4 Aged 12 - 18? Join vocal coach Colin Billing for a special singing workshop in conjunction with the Portsmouth Music Festival. Colin has musically directed national touring productions. This is your chance to learn new skills and ask about life as a professional musical theatre performer.
SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
10.30am – 11.30pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street, Portsmouth, PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required)
2pm – 4.30pm David Russell Theatre, The Portsmouth Grammar School PO1 2LP Tickets £4
A special service to celebrate the 10 days of Portsmouth Festivities 2015. The Cathedral Choir sings, with music by William Walton.
Witness international musical theatre specialists, singer Julie Atherton and musical director Colin Billing, share their expertise with outstanding young performers from the 2015 Portsmouth Music Festival. These young people love musical theatre and all have bright futures ahead.
OPEN STUDIOS WEEKEND
THE SEAFARERS:
FREE
THE CRAFTY ART OF SET DESIGN
SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
1.30pm – 4.30pm Art Space Portsmouth, Brougham Road, PO5 4PA Free Entry Art Space Portsmouth’s Open Studios weekend is a once a year opportunity to come and catch a rare glimpse into the studios of over 30 professional artists and see an exhibition of works of 10 nonstudio members. Join us for this inspiring and exciting event where you’ll have the chance to meet the artists, buy artworks and enjoy our
FREE
SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
5pm – 5.20pm Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Free to The Seafarers performance ticket holders. Details p.31
award-winning studio garden. If you’re curious about a career as an artist this is a perfect time to visit and discover more….
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SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
PORTSMOUTH MUSIC FESTIVAL MASTERCLASS
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FESTIVITIES CLOSING SERVICE
Join set designer Anna Jones and choreographer Lucy Bennett of The Seafarers creative team, for a set tour and discussion about the art of designing and building a set to support a creative narrative. Suitable for scenic design professionals and enthusiasts alike. Touch tours available for visually impaired visitors. Contact samantha@portsmouthfestivities.co.uk for details.
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SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
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CHORAL EVENSONG
8pm – 9pm Portsmouth Cathedral, High Street PO1 2HH Free (no ticket required)
TAIZE NIGHT PRAYER
FREE
SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
Escape your busy life with an hour of beautiful chants and meditation.
THE SEAFARERS SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
8pm – 8.45pm Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Tickets £5, Concessions and Under-18s £3 Portsmouth Festivities with Stopgap Dance Company and live music from The Moulettes.
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Inspired by Portsmouth’s incredible boatbuilding heritage, Stopgap Dance Company premieres a unique work of dance theatre (see page 31 for full listing).
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SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
The Cellars at Eastney, Express FM, The News & Wedgewood Rooms HEATS 1, 2, 15, 18, 22 June Doors 7.30pm, acts 8pm – 11pm The Cellars at Eastney, Cromwell Road PO4 9PN Tickets £2 on the door
FINAL SUNDAY 28 JUNE 7.30pm – 11pm Wedgewood Rooms, 147b Albert Road PO4 0JW Tickets £5 The search for the region’s finest singer-songwriters and original acoustic performers makes a triumphant return. Come and support live music by home-grown talent. Heats take place at The Cellars at Eastney, with the grand final at Wedgewood Rooms, judged by music industry professionals. Tickets for live final available through Wedgewood Rooms Box Office. See bookings page.
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WE WILL SEE YOU WITH ANOTHER JAM PACKED PROGRAMME OF EVENTS FOR 2016
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INTRODUCING THE SEAFARERS
A dance theatre celebration of Portsmouth’s shipbuilding heritage. Created by Stopgap Dance Company and Curious Space, The Seafarers is commissioned by and exclusive to Portsmouth Festivities. Here we present the full range of accompanying workshops, talks and performances. Explore everything from historical inspiration to creative acts.
BILL & BOBBY
BILL & BOBBY:
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
Stopgap Dance Company
DRILLING HAMMOCK HOOKS FOR SAILORS
SATURDAY 20 JUNE,
With Dr. Celia Clark
Stopgap Dance Company 11.30am – 11.50am Palmerston Road, Southsea PO5 3QH 3pm – 3.20pm Portsmouth Guildhall Square PO1 2AB Free (no ticket required) A special open air performance by one of the UK’s most exciting contemporary dance companies, ahead of their performance in The Seafarers at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard on 27 & 28 June. Bill & Bobby is a tribute to the star partnership of Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. Inspired by a scene from the musical comedy masterpiece Swing Time, this is a whistle stop tour of a bygone era.
THE SEAFARERS:
OPEN DANCE WORKSHOP
THE SEAFARERS: POST SHOW TALK
With the creative team
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
5.30pm – 7pm St George’s Church, Hanover Street, Portsea PO1 3BN Free (no ticket required)
SATURDAY 27 JUNE,
5pm – 5.45pm St George’s Church, Portsea PO1 3AT Free (limited capacity – booking required)
8.55pm – 9.15pm Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Free to The Seafarers performance ticket holders
Join the creative team behind The Seafarers and Bill & Bobby for a free practical dance workshop. Wear suitable clothing and bring water. No previous dance experience required.
Academic, campaigner and author Dr. Celia Clark presents a fascinating talk exploring the female workers of The Portsmouth Historic Dockyard during World War One.
Join the cast and creative team of The Seafarers for a free post-performance discussion on opening night, exploring the themes, opportunities and challenges of the piece.
FREE
All events on this page are free (although some may require booking) All events on this page are suitable for those working towards their Arts Award. Details p. 39
THE CRAFTY ART OF SET DESIGN
Curious Space and Stopgap Dance Company
SUNDAY 28 JUNE,
5pm – 5.20pm Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Free to The Seafarers performance ticket holders Join Anna Jones, Set Designer of Curious Space Design Studio, and Lucy Bennett, Artistic Director of Stopgap Dance Company, for a set tour and discussion about the art of designing and building a set to support a creative narrative. For scenic design professionals and enthusiasts alike.
SATURDAY 27 & SUNDAY 28 JUNE
8pm – 8.45pm Victory Gate, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard PO1 3LJ Tickets £5, Concessions and Under-18s £3
Join Stopgap Dance Company for a unique work of dance theatre inspired by Portsmouth’s incredible boatbuilding heritage. For centuries, the people of Portsmouth have empowered mankind to venture above the darkest depths, to reach the furthest shores. Now, professional and community dancers of all abilities have come together with acclaimed alt-folk band The Moulettes to celebrate a history of amazing achievements, told through rousing dance and live music. Presented in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, The Seafarers promises to be a joyful and moving celebration of a city’s legacy – and the people who shape it. This is an open-air performance. Some chairs and benches will be provided, but feel free to bring your own chairs/picnic blankets. Standing room also available. For more information or in the event of poor weather conditions, call 023 9268 1390.
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Portsmouth Festivities with Stopgap Dance Company, Curious Space and live music from The Moulettes.
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CELEBRATING CREATIVITY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH
The faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries, home to Architecture, Art and Design, Media and Performing Arts and Creative Technologies, is housed in Eldon Building, packed with an array of exciting new facilities. Being a student here is about more than the degree; it’s about having an environment that encourages creative risk, experimentation and innovation. Our courses www.port.ac.uk/cci Graduate Show 2015 in Portsmouth and London www.ccigradshows.port.ac.uk What’s On www.creativespace.cci.port.ac.uk/whats-on
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TRUSTEES
Max Craft Andy Grays Professor Catherine Harper David Hampshire Brian Larkman MBE Drusilla Moody
PATRONS
Nigel Atkinson Esq, Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire Catherine Bott Very Reverend David Brindley, Dean of Portsmouth Cathedral Professor John Carey FBA Professor Graham Galbraith, Vice-Chancellor of University of Portsmouth Right Reverend Christopher Foster, Lord Bishop of Portsmouth Doctor Tim Hands The Right Worshipful the Lord Mayor of Portsmouth Raymond Leppard Sir Andrew Motion FRSA Peter Phillips Vice-Admiral David Steel CBE Sandi Toksvig OBE, Chancellor of University of Portsmouth
FESTIVITIES STAFF
Erica Smith, General Manager Samantha Worsey, Associate Producer Todd Jack Hooker, Audience Development Coordinator Ryan Williams, Festivities Assistant Chelsey Anscombe, Production Assistant (Work Experience) Sally Cox, Finance
CREATIVE PARTNERS
Art Space Portsmouth Aspex Gallery The Cellars at Eastney Kings Theatre New Theatre Royal Portsmouth Cathedral Portsmouth City Council The Portsmouth Grammar School Portsmouth Guildhall Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Portsmouth Music Festival Portsmouth Music Hub Royal Naval Club & Royal Albert Yacht Club Wedgewood Rooms
EDUCATION ASSOCIATES
Mayfield School The Portsmouth Grammar School St John’s College University of Portsmouth
SPONSORS
The Portsmouth Grammar School HMC Group Lucketts Travel University of Portsmouth Mayfield School
MEDIA PARTNERS
The News, Express FM, Team Locals
SPECIAL THANKS TO
All staff at The Portsmouth Grammar School, John Worsey Copywriting Services, Leonard Gold Chartered Accountants, Lloyds Banking Group, Shaping the Future of Portsmouth, Portsmouth Cultural Partnership, Bishops Printers, Laura, Dave and Deb at The Graphic Design House, Crafts in The Tower, St Georges Church, Colin Jagger and the invaluable support of all Festivities 2015 creative partners, media partners, sponsors and volunteers.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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BOOKING In order to provide a high level of customer service and keep booking fees to a minimum, tickets for most Portsmouth Festivities events are managed by Kings Theatre. This applies to all events, unless otherwise indicated. Public booking opens Monday 27 April, 10am. All tickets for Festivities will be going through one Box Office except where stated in the brochure.
ONLINE
portsmouthfestivities.co.uk Open for online bookings up to 3 hours before events, 7 days a week. Booking online is a simple, secure process. You may choose your own seats – if applicable. All tickets paid for by debit or credit cards online are subject to a 6% transaction fee, capped at £10 per booking. This includes postage to a UK address. No booking fees apply to free events. All online ticket bookings are processed by Kings Theatre. Should you have any questions about booking on the internet please contact them on 023 9282 8282 or via their website at kings-southsea.com/contact-us
PHONE
Kings Theatre Box Office: 023 9282 8282. Open for telephone bookings and enquiries up to 3 hours before Festivities events Monday to Saturday 10am – 6pm.
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All tickets paid for by debit or credit cards over the telephone are subject to a 6% transaction fee, capped at £10 per booking. This includes postage to a UK address. No booking fees apply to free events.
IN PERSON
The Kings Theatre, Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2QJ Open for personal callers during standard Box Office opening hours, Monday to Saturday 10am – 6pm. There are no additional charges (e.g. transaction fees) when paying in person over the Box Office counter. Bookings can be taken up to 3 hours before events, during Box Office opening hours.
ON THE DOOR
Any unsold tickets will be available on the door. Please check availability in advance by calling the Festivities office on 023 9268 1390. Please note, tickets bought on the door can only be paid for by cash.
TICKET COLLECTION FOR ONLINE & TELEPHONE BOOKINGS.
When buying a ticket through Kings Theatre online or over the telephone, you can either pick up your tickets in person from the Kings Theatre Box Office (opening times above) or opt to have your tickets sent to you in the post for FREE.
EXCHANGES / REFUNDS
Once purchased, tickets may not be exchanged or refunded.
SEATING PLANS
Most Festivities events offer unreserved seating. However, customers booking tickets for The Kings may be able to reserve specific seats in the auditorium. Please check the seating arrangements at the point of booking.
SENIOR CITIZENS, FULL-TIME STUDENTS, JOBSEEKER ALLOWANCE CLAIMANTS, INCOME SUPPORT CLAIMANTS AND DISABLED PATRONS.
Where concessions are indicated. Children under 18 can buy a concessionary ticket, for events where indicated. Please note that only one reduction applies per ticket and all discounts are subject to the discretion of the Box Office and Portsmouth Festivities Front of House staff (ID must be shown). We offer a 50% discount for people with disabilities and their companion.
WEDGEWOOD ROOMS ONLINE
wedgewood-rooms.co.uk A processing fee of £1.50 will be added to each online order. If you have any questions regarding booking online, email tickets@wedgewood-rooms.co.uk
PHONE
Wedgewood Rooms Box Office 023 9286 3911. Open Monday to Friday 12noon to 7pm, Saturday 12noon to 6pm. Charges apply.
Tickets may be available to buy on the door. Please check availability in advance.
EAT AND DRINK
Box Office 147b Albert Road, Southsea PO4 0JW. Open to personal callers from 3.30pm until 7.00pm (10.00pm on a show day) Wednesday to Friday, and 12noon until 6.00pm on Saturdays.
PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL
Box Office Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm Saturday 10 – 2pm (later on performance days) Sunday and Bank Holidays – 1 hour before performances 24/7 Telephone 0844 847 2362 www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk
PIE AND VINYL
Box office 02392 753914
We offer pre-concert dining experiences for some events. These can be booked through our Box Office when you buy your tickets. Interval drinks and refreshments will be provided at most Festivities events. Visit portsmouthfestivities.co.uk to find out whether a meal and refreshments will be provided at your chosen events.
ACCESS
TICKET OFFERS
Doors to Portsmouth Festivities events will open 30 minutes before the indicated start time.
Portsmouth Festivities is committed to supporting those who are studying for their Arts Award.
In order to provide a great experience for all our audience members, we work with our partner venues to provide any necessary access information. More information can be found at portsmouthfestivities.co.uk
Arts Award
We can offer FREE tickets to the activities indicated within our programme. For more information and to book a place, contact info@portsmouthfestivities.co.uk or call 023 9268 1390. Where applicable, anyone accompanying the Arts Award student, will be required to purchase a ticket from the Festivities Box Office at Kings Theatre. Please note, limited tickets are available and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis, so book early to avoid disappointment. All information is correct at the time of going to press. Portsmouth Festivities reserve the right to make changes to the published programme if necessary. By purchasing a ticket you consent to be photographed or filmed as part of a group.
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Make the most of your time in Portsmouth! There’s plenty to see and do, so why not take advantage of one of the pre-concert menus, enjoy interval drinks or visit another local attraction during your stay.
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GETTING THERE
TRANSPORT & ACCOMMODATION
Portsmouth benefits from excellent transport links across the region. For information about buses, mainline rail, parking and Portsmouth’s new park-and-ride, check out visitportsmouth. co.uk. Here you can also find details of some of the area’s top hotels, B&Bs and information about other things to do in Portsmouth during your stay.
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