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Welcome It is with great pleasure that I introduce you to my first season as Artistic Director of The Point. Your theatre will continue to be home to some of the most exciting artists from our region as well as bringing the very best British and international companies to perform in Eastleigh. Our season kick starts with two world premieres from renowned dance companies: Russell Maliphant’s Still Current and Probe’s Running On Empty; and dance isn’t just for grown-ups – for our smaller audience members and their families, we present the wonderful Boing! by Travelling Light. As ever our Associate Artists will be presenting home-grown work including Milk Presents’ A Real Man’s Guide to Sainthood, plus Two Destination Language will be staging FLINT, an evening of short performances by some of the most exciting new talent coming out of the South West.
Joining our Associate Artists programme we have seven new companies – you can find out more about them on the opposite page. Keep an eye out for their new work over the coming year. This Christmas we hand the building over to our youngest artists as The Point Youth Theatre present two productions: a beautiful new version of Hans Christian Anderson’s The Little Match Girl and Carl Grose’s delightful comedy Stay Brave Brian Gravy. I am sure that you are going to enjoy this season of bold and innovative work and I look forward to welcoming you to The Point. Owen Calvert-Lyons Artistic Director
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Our New Associate Artists Every year The Point supports a range of artists at different stages of their career through our Associate Artists scheme. By providing rehearsal space, business development, office space, artistic mentorship and commissioning support, we enable these artists to shape the future of the arts in our region.
Emma Nias
Search Party
Strange Arrangements
Hayley Barker
Joli Vyann
This year, our performance artists are joined by two Digital Associates. These exciting companies will provide new ways for audiences to get involved with our work, through live-streamed performances, online content and digital gaming.
Julien Masson
Caffeinated Pint
Supported by
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“Dancing bodies rarely look more beautiful than in the work of Russell Maliphant” - The Guardian
world premiere
Russell Maliphant Company presents the world premiere of
Still Current
Thursday 26th & Friday 27th September 7.30pm A new evening of work by internationally acclaimed choreographer Russell Maliphant and renowned lighting designer Michael Hulls.
in the award-winning solo Afterlight (Part One) which forms part of the evening.
A diverse physical language unites new duets, trios and solos integrating qualities and vocabulary from ballet, martial arts and yoga. Maliphant’s remarkable company of dancers including Thomasin Gülgeç, Dickson Mbi and Carys Staton whose fluid agility and grace are demonstrated
Suitable for ages 8+
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Tickets: £14 Conc. £12 Student £10
A Sadler’s Wells / Russell Maliphant Production Co-commissioned by Dance East
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world premiere
Probe presents
Running on Empty Thursday 3rd October 7.30pm The story of man, woman and their repeated collision over time… a perpetual cycle that unites our two most primal impulses: fear and pleasure. Dance, text and song combine in this intrepid new work from Probe. Artistic Director Antonia Grove brings together an extraordinary team of creative collaborators: including director Jo McInnes (Royal Court), writer Brad Birch (Soho Theatre, Royal Court), choreographer Charlie Morrissey (Siobhan Davies), composer Lee Ross, designer Fabrice Serafino and performers Scott Smith and Greig Cooke. Tickets: £10 Conc. £8 Suitable for ages 14+ www.probeproject.com Commissioned by South East Dance & Dance South West. Supported by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
“Recommended, especially for anyone interested in boundary-blurring dancetheatre pinned to new writing.” - The Times
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Thursday 14th November 7.30pm Double-Bill
Joss Arnott Dance presents
Record of Events Joss’s trademark athletic choreography combined with theatrical flair. What is the whole-truth? Who are we to judge anyway? Inspired by classical ballet, commercial dance, pop culture, fashion and film. A cast of alpha females choreographed to perfection – Dramatic, fierce and totally rock and roll. With support from Jasmin Vardimon. Commissioned by South East Dance and City Moves Festival.
“… a must see”- London Dance Tickets for this double-bill evening: £12 Conc. £10 Student £8 Suitable for ages 12+
Freddie Opoku-Addaie presents
Show of Hands Dodging obstacles and provocations, ducking and diving, dancing on shadows, rising to an unknown task, driven to the final whistle… Performed and choreographed by OpokuAddaie, directed and scored by Graeme Miller, overlooked and cohabited by a mass of wood carved hands, this solo piece sets the performer against the clock and the empty space. With an inquisitive team of collaborators including designers and sculptors, Show of Hands veers a path through the equivocations of politics, race and history in this witty and personal work. Co-commissioned by Dance Umbrella.
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“An imaginative, lateralthinking dance-maker”- The Guardian
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Retina Dance Company presents
Layers of Skin Wednesday 27th November 7.30pm The layers of our skin hide our bones, organs and muscles…who we are, what we think and what we desire... Six performers execute the beautiful intricacies of Filip Van Huffel’s vigorous choreography with raw vitality. Accompanied by music from Joris Vanvinckenroye the work seamlessly fuses the excitement of pop and the finesse of classical. In this unique event, six Retina dancers are joined by dance enthusiasts from the local
area to present a work seen in layers of energy, sensitivity, power and versatility. Tickets: £14 Conc. £12 Student £10 Suitable for ages 9+ www.retinadance.com If you would like to perform alongside Retina Dance Company please contact Vicki Hargreaves at vicki.hargreaves@eastleigh. gov.uk or call 023 8062 7815.
“…will have you on the edge of your seat”-The List
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Milk Presents
A Real Man’s Guide to Sainthood Thursday 10th October 7.30pm Disembowelling a national legend, Total Theatre Award-Nominees Milk Presents invite you into a world of old-school gadgetry, original live music and bicycle power, to tell the story of a Saint. Manliness is dissected and a legend is laid bare on a cadaver tray…. follow George as he journeys from boy to man, to courageous warrior. Can the boyish hope of a nation save the day before he turns into a beast himself?
Tickets: £10 Conc. £8 Point Friends: £6 Suitable for ages 14+ www.milkpresents.com A Real Man’s Guide To Sainthood is supported by Arts Council England Lottery Funding; Camden People’s Theatre; and The Point, Eastleigh.
“like being caught in the hyperactive mind of a child during the depths of a sugar-fuelled bout of adventurous imagination”- British Theatre Guide HHHHH 8 |
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Two Destination Language presents
FLINT
Wednesday 30th October 7pm The Point’s Associate Artists Two Destination Language present three succulent shows - a tasting menu set to leave you more than satisfied. For the main course, powerhouse redhead Karla Shacklock dances a story of hope that’s adrenaline for the soul. Dessert is a series of volcanic eruptions from Clerke & Joy, working with a Southampton-based vulcanologist. And for the starter? Low Profile have a series of tantalising amuse-bouche to put a smile on your face.
Tickets: £10 Conc. £8 Point Friends: £6 Suitable for ages 14+ FLINT at The Point is part of a series of events in the region please visit www.twodestinationlanguage.com/flint for information.
“I only wish I could have seen more” - Audience Member
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house presents a Transport production
As You Like It
by William Shakespeare
Co-produced with Les Théâtres de la Ville de Luxembourg & New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich
Wednesday 13th November 7.30pm Critically-acclaimed Transport reinvents this popular favourite among Shakespeare’s comedies. Banished from her homeland, Rosalind journeys into the wild depths of the forest to find her exiled father.
innovative company behind Invisible, 1001 Nights, Elegy and Europe.
A vibrant, touching, and timely story about love, statelessness, and above all the human capacity to endure. Brought to you from the
www.transport-theatre.eu
Tickets: £12 Conc. £10 Point Friends: £8 Suitable for ages 12+
“HHHHH Essential viewing” - Time Out (on Elegy)
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Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers Sunday 6th October 7.30pm
Thundering rhythms on huge Taiko drums, masked choreography, stunning lighting, muscular synchronisation, post-apocalyptic martial imagery and infectious humour fuse together in a spellbinding display of sheer athleticism. As the most successful touring Taiko drum group on this continent, Mugenkyo have developed a spectacular passionate style – pure music for the soul that weaves the traditional spirit with a contemporary look and sound.
Tickets: £19 Conc. £16 Student & Point Friends £14 www.taiko.co.uk
“HHHHH Just when you think it could not get any more powerful, it doubles in intensity. This show is not one to be missed” - Edinburgh Evening News
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Mark Thomas presents
100 Acts of Minor Dissent
Friday 25th October 8pm
Mark Thomas is well versed in the art of creative mayhem and over the years his troublemaking has changed laws, cost companies millions and annoyed those who most deserved to be. Following his award-winning show Bravo Mark returns to what he does best, mischief-joyously bad behaviour with a purpose. Setting himself the task of committing 100 Acts of Minor Dissent in a year, from the smallest and silliest gesture to the grandest confrontations, the results are subversive, hilarious, mostly legal and occasionally inspiring. Tickets: £15 Conc. £10 Suitable for ages 16+ www.markthomasinfo.co.uk
Pre-Comedy Curry! Delicious home-cooked curry with accompaniments served in our beautiful Atrium. Choice of chicken / veggie curry plus drink of your choice* for just £8 (£10 on the night) (*Choose from bottle of lager, small glass of wine or a soft drink)
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Lee Hurst presents
“Things That Make You Go Aaarggh!!!” Saturday 2nd November 8pm In his new stand up show, comedian Lee Hurst is back on the road to ask you what winds you up? Everyone has at least one thing that gets on their nerves and makes their blood boil... What’s yours? Like all Brits, Lee loves a right good moan, but he also likes to come up with solutions too. Undoubtedly one of the UK’s funniest stand-up comedians – see him while you can. Tickets: £16 Conc. £14 Suitable for ages 16+ www.leehurst.com
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“Unfailingly funny” - Time Out
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Travelling Light and Bristol Old Vic present
BOING!
Saturday 19th October 2pm Who can sleep when there are beds to be jumped on, pillows to be fought with and seas to be sailed…
Audiences of all ages are guaranteed to leave the theatre with stars in their eyes!
In this enchanting mix of comedy, acrobatics and dazzling break-dance, Wilkie and Joel are drawn into ever more riotous games that turn their bed into a giant trampoline.
Tickets: £6 (four tickets for £22, or five tickets for £26) Suitable for ages 3 + www.travellinglighttheatre.org.uk
“Immensely engaging” - **** The Independent
“Utterly dazzling. Rumbustious, exhilarating dance theatre” - **** The Guardian
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The Point Youth Theatre present
Stay Brave Brian Gravy
By Carl Grose
Thursday 5th to Saturday 7th December 7pm (2pm Saturday Mat) It’s Brian Gravy’s birthday… all he wants is for Mum and Dad to stop fighting. Oh and maybe a pair of sensible shoes. With the sudden arrival of the mysterious Penny Splutter through the garden hedge, will he finally get his birthday wish?
Join us for The Point Youth Theatre’s alternative Christmas tale. Festive cheer is replaced by a man-hole full of imagination in this madcap adventure for the Brian Gravy in us all. Tickets: £7 Conc. £5.50 Suitable for ages 5 +
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The Point Youth Theatre presents a world premiere production
Thursday 19th - Tuesday 24th December This Christmas, deep in the frozen forests of Denmark, in the midst of the swirling snowflakes, comes a story rich with the power of imagination. High in the trees, those with no home to call their own, listen to a tale of magic – a tale so powerful as to make two worlds collide. This epic adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s beautiful tale delicately twists a story full of innocence, hope and love; wrapping it into a festive musical treat, full of charm, laughter and magic.
Dates and times Thursday 19th – 7.30pm Friday 20th – 7.30pm Saturday 21st – 2pm & 7.30pm Sunday 22nd – 2pm & 7.30pm Monday 23rd – 2pm & 7.30pm Tuesday 24th – 11am
Tickets: £9 Conc. £7.50
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The Point Youth Theatre presents
EIGHTEEN
Saturday 28th September 7.30pm This year The Point Youth Theatre turns 18, and we’re celebrating! We’ve been developing and performing work with and for young people for 18 years – changing lives along the way. If you’re an ex-Youth Theatre member we’d love to hear your stories and to welcome you on the evening. Join us for a trip back in time with a photography exhibition of previous shows
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and a pick-and-mix selection of previous productions presented by current Youth Theatre members. From Shakespeare to Lloyd Webber, Brecht to the Brothers Grimm we celebrate 18 years of creativity. Tickets: £18 All the money raised will support the Youth Theatre’s work engaging young people from the local community.
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The Point presents
Page to Stage: Double Bill Friday 15th & Saturday 16th November 7.30pm Two one-act plays penned by local, first-time writers.
Into The Calm Sea
By Matt Beames One spring morning an extreme decision drives David to the sea. How are our lives shaped by events and people; those we know, love and lose?
Nut Allergies
By Anna Haines Jack and Emma met online and are out to dinner on their first date. What follows is an unforgettable evening with fork-fulls of laughter, indulgence, frustration and bemusement. Tickets: ÂŁ7 Conc. ÂŁ5.50
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Film
The Point is delighted that its film programme is supported by local solicitors
Monday 9th September 2pm & 7.30pm
Saturday 14th September 2pm
Man of Steel (12A)
Despicable Me 2 (U)
A young journalist is forced to confront his secret extraterrestrial heritage when Earth is invaded by members of his race.
Gru is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to help deal with a powerful new super criminal.
Saturday 12th October 2pm
Monday 28th October 2pm & 7.30pm
Monsters University (U) The Lone Ranger (12A) A look at the relationship between Mike and Sulley during their days at Monsters University – when they weren’t necessarily the best of friends.
Starring Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter. Native American warrior Tonto recounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid, a man of the law, into a legend of justice.
Saturday 2nd November 10am
Monday 11th November 2pm & 7.30pm
The Smurfs 2
(U)
The Smurfs team up with their human friends to rescue Smurfette, who has been kidnapped by Gargamel since she knows a secret spell that can turn the evil sorcerer’s newest creation – creatures called the Naughties into real Smurfs. 20 |
The World’s End
(12A)
Starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost. Five friends who reunite in an attempt to top their epic pub crawl from 20 years earlier unwittingly become humankind’s only hope for survival.
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Monday 25th November 2pm & 7.30pm
Saturday 30th November 10am
About Time (12A)
Justin and the Knights of Valour (Cert tbc)
At the age of 21, Tim discovers he can travel in time and change what happens and has happened in his own life. His decision to make his world a better place by getting a girlfriend turns out not to be as easy as you might think.
Film Tickets £6 / £5 conc. / £3.70 children Earybird screenings All 10am screening tickets £2
A heart-warming tale about friendship, honour & courage, which sees a young boy become a man as he embarks on a quest to become a knight.
Please note screening dates may change subject to release dates. For up-to-date film programme information and additions, please visit www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk or call 023 8065 2333.
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Making Space The Larks presents
Escape
Saturday 3rd August 4pm
A television flickers on, a spotlight points to a drawer revealing a further clue, a trapdoor opens… You? A test subject trapped in a controlled environment. Them? ‘The State’. Will you outsmart your captors and flee the system? In this adrenaline pumped immersive piece you will work with other audience members to solve a riddle and escape. Inspired by the classic escape narratives seen in cult series The Prisoner (1967) and recent thriller The Exam (2009), The Larks invite you to Escape… This is gaming, live. Take part in this work in progress and help us to test-drive a new performance experience. Tickets: £2 Performance duration: 10mins followed by Q+A
Strictly limited to 20 places. To follow live online, go to https://new.livestream.com/thepointeastleigh
ZoieLogic Dance Company presents
State: DRAW! Wednesday 20th November 7pm You are invited into The Point’s creation centre to be part of a work-inprogress with a difference. Dancers from ZoieLogic Dance Company will perform a range of short sequences from their new show Empire State. Audience members have paper, pens, pencils and crayons and you are invited to draw your responses. No drawing experience or artistic talent required. No words, just drawings. You will help ZoieLogic shape their work – becoming a part of the company’s artistic journey. A fun opportunity to meet artists, dancers and other audience members. Most importantly it’ll remind you how much fun drawing can be – even if it’s only to go on the fridge door. Tickets: £2
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Multi-Arts Days Monday 28th to Wednesday 30th October & Saturday 21st December 10am - 3pm These fun packed arts days include dance, drama, visual arts and music as well as a chance to socialise and make new friends. Please bring a packed lunch and wear comfortable clothes that you are able to move in. Tickets: ÂŁ5 per session (carers free) For ages 14+ with various disabilities, carers welcome but not essential.
Coming soon
The Point presents
HeadStart 10 Year Anniversary Sunday 9th March 2014
An explosive evening of male dance. HeadStart has grown to be one of the largest male dance platforms the region has, with over 150 male dancers taking to the stage. In 2014 a week long celebration of male dance will culminate with HeadStart featuring groups of all ages from the local area and wider south east region in an exhilarating programme of new and adventurous dance pieces. For more information on how to be involved please contact claire.wakefield@eastleigh.gov.uk Photo credit: Syd Chapman
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The Point Youth Theatre The Point Youth Theatre is open to all young people aged 5 – 21 giving every young person the opportunity to take part in safe, empowering and challenging theatre regardless of age, background or ability.
For ages 5 – 7 we run Saturday Drama Club sessions, a great way for your child to explore their creative skills through a range of inspiring theatre making activities in a playful, relaxed and supportive atmosphere.
For ages 8 – 21 this is your opportunity to work with professional directors and theatre practitioners to explore all aspects of making theatre.
This season our 5 – 7 year old drama club runs from Saturday 14th September – Saturday 14th December, 11am – 12pm.
As well as weekly workshops we also offer a range of performance opportunities throughout the year from large scale main house and outdoor productions to intimate studio and dynamic street theatre performances.
To join and for more information on our youth theatre and drama club contact youththeatre@eastleigh.gov.uk 023 8062 7806.
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The Point Youth Dance Company The Point Youth Dance Company is open to all young people aged 8-18 who are serious about taking their dancing to the next level. During weekly sessions you will learn contemporary dance technique and phrases of movement and will have the opportunity to choreograph and create your own work. There are opportunities to represent The Point at local, regional and national dance
platforms, participate in exclusive masterclass workshops with professional touring companies, and to observe performances and rehearsals with our Associate Artists and professional companies. For more information about Point Youth Dance Company, please contact youthdance@eastleigh.gov.uk 023 8062 7804.
Call for Future Dancers! Centre of Advanced Training (CAT) Hampshire Satellite Centre Working with the UK’s premier centre for contemporary dance The Place we will host a unique intensive training programme for young people aged 12-15 years to develop their potential in dance. Successful candidates will take part in a course of contemporary dance technique classes and creative workshops in 2014 and a taster day at The Place. Participants will also have the opportunity to create a new dance piece with a professional choreographer to be performed at various platforms across the South Region. For further information and audition dates please contact Corinna Cuff, Dance Development Manager: corinna.cuff@eastleigh.gov.uk 023 80627 805. Supported by The Place CAT through the Department of Education, Music and Dance Scheme.
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Dance Classes We run a wide range of dance classes for all ages. If you would like to find out more about our classes and prices please contact the box office on 023 8065 2333 or visit www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk Autumn classes start w/c 16th September, the second half-term begins w/c 4th November.
Babies and Toddlers Baby Moves
Toddler Grooves Ballet Tots
3-18months
18months-3years
3-5years
Mondays 10.30 – 11.15am Movement, song, rhyme and baby sign! A lovely class to move with your babies and develop their senses with interaction, music and play (babies and parents).
Mondays 9.45 – 10.30am Develop movement, song and rhyme in our creative toddler and parents class, a really fun and friendly session.
Thursdays 11.30am – 12.15pm Learn the basics of classical ballet in a fun, relaxed class.
Modern Tots 3-5yrs Mondays 1.30 – 2.15pm Learn the basics of modern dance with fun movement exercises, imagery and roleplay.
Ballet Classical Ballet
Ballet Juniors
Adults
5-7years Thursdays 4.00 - 5.00pm A fun class offering the next phase of development for your child in classical ballet.
Beginners Ballet
Ballet Intermediate
Adults
Adults
Thursdays 6.00 – 7.00pm A fun class for those with little or no experience.
Thursdays 7.00 – 8.00pm The next stage on from beginners ballet to develop your technique, experience required.
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Wednesdays 10.15 – 11.30am Intermediate level ballet taught in a relaxed stress-free environment. Experience is essential for this energetic class.
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Urban Street Dance
Flow: Crew
Become a member of one of our Street Dance Crews at The Point.
Wednesday 4.00 – 5.00pm
12-15 years
Flux: Crew
Wednesday 7.00 – 8.00pm A Street Dance Crew just for boys, no girls in sight!
Learn basic street dance skills including popping ,locking, whacking, house and some basic breaking. Learn routines to the latest music and get creative!
5-7 years
8-11 years Wednesday 5.00 – 6.00pm
Lads Only: Crew
Force: Crew 12-15 years Wednesday 6.00 – 7.00pm
Acrobalance 12-15 years Tuesdays 6.00 – 7.00pm
Adults
Contemporary Adult Contemporary
Tuesdays 7.00 – 8.00pm Develop your core strength and technique with our fun acrobalance class where you can learn a range of acrobatic balances and movements.
Monday 7.45 – 9.00pm Develop your contemporary dance technique in our vigorous release based class to strengthen, tone and keep fit.
15-18 years Friday 5.00 – 6.00pm Lively, creative dance and movement session for young people with learning disabilities.
Adult Tap (Intermediate) Tuesdays 8.00 – 9.00pm Keeping the emphasis on fun and enjoyment, this class moves a little faster using more complex steps and rhythms. Experience necessary.
Adult Tap (Open Level) Thursdays 12.15 – 1.15pm Learn to tap or improve your skills and build up to fun termly routines, all to your favourite tunes!
Access Jajouka
Tap
Movers & Shakers Adults Friday 1.30 – 2.45pm Get creative in our dance and movement session for adults with learning disabilities. Photo credit: Syd Chapman
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Community performances The following events are presented and promoted by hirers of The Point. The Point therefore cannot accept responsibility for the content of these events or for production values and performances.
Westfield Productions
Angelsforce Life Coaching
Mixed Emotions
AH Men –
Sunday 8th September 7.30pm
Sunday 15th September 7.30pm
This year Westfield are Joined by Sue Merrett School of Dance, Tori Caine School of Dance and a guest appearance from The Point Tappers. Celebrating the theme of emotions through a wide variety of song and dance! Tickets: £8.50 Conc. £6.50
AH Men is a touching true love story which portrays a painful irony. A career woman gets exactly what she wishes for ‘A Good Wife’. Her worst nightmares unfold as the husband, who has betrayed her unconditional love for him transitions to the female gender. Ground-breaking play - superb music!
www.westfieldproductions.co.uk
Tickets: £12 Conc. £10
The Musical
Suitable for ages 18+
Stepping Out Academy of Performing Arts
www.ahmen.co.uk
Steppin’ it up!
The Mayor of Eastleigh presents
Saturday 21st September 1pm & 7pm This outstanding show from the cast of Stepping Out with over 70 pupils will entertain you all with their exceptional talent. Every song that they sing and every dance that they perform will have you captured into the world of musical theatre. Tickets: £8 Conc. £6.50 www.steppingoutacademy.com
Eastleigh Fusion Choir Saturday 5th October 7.30pm The Eastleigh Fusion Choir are delighted to be singing at the Mayor’s Charity Concert. We are a fun community choir in the heart of Eastleigh and sing for the sheer joy of singing – and everyone is welcome . Tickets: £10 www.eastleighfusionchoir.co.uk
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Southampton Classical Guitar Society
Gary Ryan Saturday 12th October 8pm Gary Ryan is one of the world’s leading classical guitarists. In addition to a busy schedule giving recitals, concertos and masterclasses at music societies and festivals throughout the UK, Gary Ryan has a fast growing international reputation with performances in the USA, Malaysia, Holland, France, Greece, Cyprus, Sweden, Romania, Hungary and Qatar over the past few years. Tickets: £15 Conc. £12 www.scgs-guitar.org.uk
GA GA – A Tribute to Queen Saturday 19th October 7.30pm Performed by a multiaward winning band who have headlined the ‘International Guitar Festival’ on several occasions, this is a Queen show like no other. From numerous Queen Conventions to TV appearances, GA GA have consistently proved why they are so highly rated by critics and audiences alike. There are no wigs, make-up and definitely no false moustaches but instead a host of massive Queen songs played like they were meant to be. Tickets: £15 Conc. £13
Shakespeare
Schools Festival
Tuesday 15th & Wednesday 16th October 7pm The Shakespeare Schools Festival works with 1,000 secondary, primary and special schools across the UK, making it possible for them to stage abridged Shakespeare productions in their local theatre. Each night four schools will perform four different Shakespeare plays. Come along and celebrate the achievements of your local schools in a wonderful evening of entertainment. Tickets: £8.50 Conc. £6.50 www.ssf.uk.com
Los Endos
Ultimate Genesis Saturday 26th October 7.30pm Los Endos – Ultimate Genesis hit the stage again at The Point to create a prog-fest of Genesis music for you! Don’t miss this opportunity to see and hear all the drama and excitement of a Genesis gig from the 70s and 80s. The intricate and powerful music of Genesis is re-created with amazing accuracy. Tickets: £16 www.losendos.co.uk
If you are interested in hiring The Point for your event or performance please contact Paul Munday, Operations Officer on 023 8062 7820 or paul.munday@eastleigh.gov.uk
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The Royal British Legion
Festival of
Remembrance Sunday 3rd November 7.30pm The Royal British Legion have stood shoulderto-shoulder for over 90 years as the nation’s guardian of Remembrance Day; set aside to remember those killed during two world wars and other conflicts. Our Armed forces are in action around the world every day of the year and sadly, many require Legion support now and in the future. The Royal British Legion is always on active service. Tickets: £8
Spinners Dance Studio incorporating Class Act Theatre School
Celebrate Good Times… C’MON!!! Saturday 16th November 1.30pm & 6.30pm The students of Spinner Dance Studio and Class Act Theatre School are here to entertain you again, presenting the second half of the celebrations for 25 years of Spinners Dance Studio. Be prepared to be wowed, charmed and excited by the dancing, singing and acting skills of these talented youngsters aged 3 to 17 years. A fantastic show for all the family.
www.britishlegion.org.uk Tickets: £10 Conc. £9
Eastleigh Operatic and Musical Society
Scrooge Tuesday 19thSaturday 23rd November 7.30pm Saturday matinee 2.30pm Scrooge’s ghostly visitors haunt Eastleigh in time for the festive season to begin… full of well-known songs, carols and famous Dickens characters, this story will delight all ages. Keeping a traditional feel without being old-fashioned, EOMS members look forward to presenting this lively and exciting version of the well-loved spooky tale. Tickets: £12 Conc. £10 Under 16s: £5 Special offer: Tues eve & Sat mat 2 tickets for £18
www.spinnersdance.co.uk
Love Soul Choir
Winter
Performance Saturday 7th December 8pm A night of pop, soul and Motown songs performed by Southampton’s very own Love Soul Choir, which has received National Acclaim for performances on channel 5’s ‘ Don’t Stop Believing’ and the BBC’s ‘The Big Performance’. Tickets: £8 Conc. £6.50 www.lovesoulchoir.com
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E Minor Pop Academy
En Masse Pop and Rock Choir
Sunday 8th December 4pm
Sunday 8th December 8pm
E Minor Pop Academy will once again put their unique stamp on a range of current and classic pop songs all with live vocals and choreography. Expect to be thrilled by this group of young performers who will never cease to surprise you with their raw energy of rock, pop and soul music. Now recommended by R&B singer Lemar.
En Masse the South’s original Pop and Rock Choir that has performed at the London Palladium and the Strand Theatre London are back! Singing and performing amazing versions of songs with impressive vocals and choreography, all with a live band and stunning light show. The perfect night out – that you won’t want to miss!
Tickets: £7 www.riverstudios.co.uk www.eminorpopacademy.co.uk
Mountbatten Players
Sleeping Beauty Thursday 9th January – Sunday 12th January 2014 Thurs 7.30pm, Fri 4.30pm & 8pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sun 1pm & 5pm When the curse of a wicked fairy sends a beautiful princess to sleep, will a handsome prince and his band of misfits be able to break the magic? Spectacular costumes, elaborate sets, exciting special effects and a professional live band combine with the usual pantomime hilarity as Mountbatten Players bring you another great fun show for all the family. Tickets: £10.50 Conc. £8 Thurs & Fri mat £8.50 Conc. £6 www.mountbattenplayers.co.uk
Tickets: £10 www.riverstudios.co.uk www.enmassepopchoir.co.uk
Westfield Productions
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Thursday 16th – Sunday 19th January 2014 7.30pm, Sat mat 2.30pm Sun mat 1.30pm Award-winning Westfield Productions return with this classic Pantomime. Join Snow White on the run from the wicked queen, hiding in the forest with the Seven Dwarfs. Can the hapless Muddles or the handsome Prince save the day? Full of traditional panto jokes, upbeat songs and spectacular special effects this is a magical family tale not to be missed! Tickets: £9 Conc. £7 Thurs: £7 Special offer: buy 10+ tickets and get one free www.westfieldproductions.co.uk
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Open Mon-Sat 10am-2pm and for evening drinks on show nights Enjoy a selection of delicious, home-made and locally sourced produce including: n hot and cold light lunches n freshly prepared sandwiches and baguettes n soup of the day and oven-baked jacket potatoes FR n children’s meals WI-FEE I n a selection of home-made cakes and snacks With fresh Mozzo coffee, a selection of teas and alcoholic beverages,
The Point Café Bar is an ideal venue for meeting friends and colleagues.
Thursday 12th to Tuesday 24th December
Adapted by Toby Hulse · Directed by Owen Calvert-Lyons
This Christmas enter a world of temptation
Suitable for ages 4 years + and their families · Tickets: £11 / £9 concs
Box office: 01489 799 499
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Hire our Spaces
From meetings and conferences, to exhibitions and hospitality, we offer imaginative choices to meet your needs with our range of inspiring spaces. Delivered in a professional and vibrant atmosphere, holding your event at The Point will also help support our work within the community.
For more information visit our website, call Jo Welch on 023 8062 7824 or email
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*Concessions Unless otherwise stated concessions on our professional and film programme are available for under 16s, full-time students, senior citizens, registered disabled and registered unemployed. We kindly ask that you bring identification. Concessionary prices for community performances may be different. Please check when booking. *Carers: We are delighted to offer 1 free ticket to carers to enable disabled visitors to visit The Point. *Group Bookings: Buy 10 tickets and get the 11th free when booking for the same performance. (available on selected shows) *Family Friendly: Children are welcome at The Point and each season we commit to programming shows and creative learning sessions that are suitable for all ages. Please ensure children under the age of 10 are accompanied by an adult for all shows. Some professional shows may allow toddlers under 18 months to sit on the parents/carers lap. Please check age restrictions at time of booking.
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Online: www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk By Phone: 023 8065 2333 (please note credit and debit card transactions are subject to a £1 admin fee) In person or by post: The Point, Leigh Road, Eastleigh, SO50 9DE Opening hours are: Monday to Friday 9.30am 5.30pm & Saturdays 9.30-3pm (closing times may vary depending on events). On performance days our Box Office stays open until the performance starts. On Sundays we open 1 hour before performances start. Please make cheques payable to: Eastleigh Borough Council. Seating Plan
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*Professional Shows only. Terms and conditions apply, please call our Box Office for further information. Tickets: Tickets can be reserved and held for three working days (21 days for group bookings) after which they will be released for sale. Tickets are non-refundable but can be changed for another performance of the same show incurring an administration fee of £1. How to find us: The Point is within easy walking distance of Eastleigh’s train and bus stations and within a 5 minute drive of the M3 and M27 motorways. Parking is available at: 1. Swan Centre 2. Multi-storey 3. Romsey Road 4. Leigh Road
We’re accessible… Full wheelchair access The Point is fully wheelchair accessible. With flat level access to Box Office and all performance spaces, a lift to our conference facilities upstairs and wheelchair accessible seating areas. Infra red hearing system We offer two different types of infra red hearing sytems for enhanced hearing. 1. A Headset for anyone who would like the sound on stage amplified. 2. A necklace set used to amplify sound on stage for those who wear a hearing aid. Large Print and Audio guides Large The Point offers a large print and Print audio version of our season brochure. Assistance Dogs We welcome registered assistance dogs in all areas of our building.
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At a glance August
T Professional Theatre D Professional Dance CT Professional Children’s Theatre CP Community Performances
F Film M Music C Comedy GI Get Involved
3rd GI The Larks - Escape
September 8th
CP Westfield Productions - Mixed Emotions 9th F Man of Steel (12A) 14th F Despicable Me 2 (U) 15th CP Angelsforce Life Coaching - AH Men The Musical 21st CP Stepping Out Academy of Performing Arts - Steppin’ it up! 26th & 27th D Russell Maliphant Company - Still Current 28th E The Point Youth Theatre - EIGHTEEN
Ocotober
3rd D Probe - Running on Empty 5th CP The Mayor of Eastleigh – Eastleigh Fusion Choir 6th M Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers 10th T Milk Presents - A Real Man’s Guide to Sainthood 12th CP Southampton Classical Guitar Society - Gary Ryan 12th F Monsters University (U) 15th & 16th CP Shakespeare Schools Festival 19th CT Travelling Light & Bristol Old Vic – BOING! 19th CP GA GA – A Tribute to Queen 25th C Mark Thomas – 100 Acts of Minor Dissent 26th CP Los Endos - Ultimate Genesis 28th – 30th GI Multi-Arts Days 28th F The Lone Ranger (12A) 30th T Two Destination Language - FLINT
C Lee Hurst - “Things that make you go Aaarggh!” 2nd F The Smurfs 2 (U) 3rd CP The Royal British Legion – Festival of Remembrance 11th F The World’s End (12A) 13th T house & Transport Theatre - As You Like It D 14th Double Bill – Joss Arnott Dance & Freddie Opoku-Addaie 15th & 16th T Page to Stage: Double Bill 16th CP Spinners Dance Studio - Celebrate Good Times… C’MON!!! 19th – 23rd CP Eastleigh Operatic & Musical Society - Scrooge 20th GI ZoieLogic Dance Company – Empire State: DRAW! 25th F About Time (12A) 27th D Retina Dance Company - Layers of Skin 30th F Justin & the Knights of Valour (TBC)
December 5th – 7th CT The Point Youth Theatre - Stay Brave Brian Gravy 7th CP Love Soul Choir - Winter Performance 8th CP E Minor Pop Academy 8th CP En Masse Pop and Rock Choir 19th – 24th T The Point Youth Theatre - The Little Match Girl 21st GI Multi-Arts Days January
9th – 12th 16th – 19th
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Mountbatten Players - Sleeping Beauty Westfield Productions - Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
The Point, Leigh Road, Eastleigh SO50 9DE Box Office 023 8065 2333 www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk
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