Fisher Theatre Summer 2022

Fisher Theatre Bungay Summer Season 2022 May–August

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The Fisher Theatre, Bungay is one of the oldest provincial theatres in the UK. It is a registered not-forprofit charity and receives no on-going revenue funding. The running costs of our building, production, staffing, and maintenance are met solely from income.

Opening Hours Box Office: 10am–3pm, Mon–Sat | Theatre & Bar: 6pm–10pm, Wed–Sat Fisher Theatre 10 Broad Street Bungay NR35 1EE

Welcome

Artistic Patrons

Luke Wright Poet Ben Blyth Centre Manager James Mayhew Illustrator & Artist Niamh Smyth FOH & Events Facebook Sonya Remblance The Fisher Theatre Bar Instagram Martha Coleman fishertheatrebungay Marketing and Community Twitter Outreach @FisherTheatre 2022 has certainly started as a year of change for the Fisher Theatre. In our Spring programme we welcomed Ben as Centre Manger and we also said goodbye to Dan who had been assisting Cory with the operation and technical side of the Fisher.

In this programme we say goodbye to Cory after fourteen years. Cory was deeply rooted into every aspect of the Fisher and we will miss his calm efficiency, expert organisational skills and technical ability. The trustees, staff, volunteers and audience all wish him well as he takes up his position at Southwold Pier – working, not relaxing in a deckchair!

This means that we welcome several new faces to the Fisher. Niamh who will be in charge of FOH and events. Sonya whose main responsibility will be the bar, and Martha who will be responsible for marketing and community outreach. We wish them well as they get to grips with their roles at the Fisher.

Our programme for the Summer continues to build on the success of the Spring programme which introduced several new acts alongside the existing favourites of our offerings.

With the relaxation of the Covid restrictions it has been lovely to welcome our audience back and see the auditorium filling up again.

Thank you all for your continued support of the Fisher and we hope you find our Summer programme enticing.

For the latest information please follow us on social media and visit our website where you can book tickets 24/7.

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Laughing Fox Productions presents

Waveney Valley Folk Collective presents

Fox Tales: The Pied Piper of Hamelin (U)

Fisher Folk & The Elton Acoustic (U) John Show (U)

Wed 4 May @ 6pm | £7 | £5 under 18s Hans the Storyteller, Reynard the Fox, and Gripp the Raven give a hilarious new telling of this classic fairy tale. When the Town of Hamelin is swarmed with rats their only hope lies in a stranger playing magical music. Fox Tales is a weird, wacky and silly treat for children aged 5 to 105.

An hilarious, animated, and totally engrossing puppet show for the whole family.

Theatre, Family Friendly, Local Talent

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Wed 4 May @ 8pm |£5 Our open mic folk sessions go from strength-tostrength this summer with Fisher Folk and Acoustic.

Come and enjoy great folk music in this unique theatre’s wonderful auditorium, hosted by the Waveney Valley Folk Collective.

If you would like to come up and play, please register through the WVFC website at: waveneyvalleyfolk collective.co.uk Live Music, Folk, Open Mic

Blonde Sheep Events Ltd presents

Thu 5 May @ 7.30pm | £22 | £19 students & seniors The Elton John Show is the UK’s newest and most exciting Elton John tribute.

With over 300 million records sold, Sir Elton John is the most successful singer-songwriter of his generation. A flamboyant mega-star, with a neverending back catalogue of incredible songs!

From Rocket Man to Tiny Dancer, The Elton John Show brings “Young Elton” back to the stage at his energetic best.

Music, Tribute Band, National Tour

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Artistic Fields presents

Fisher Comedy Club presents

An Evening of German Alan Francis & Lieder (PG) Support (15) Fri 6 May @ 7.30pm | £12 | £10 students & seniors

Sat 7 May @ 8pm | £7.50 | £5 groups 10+

Artistic Fields presents dynamic trio Will Power in an evening of song with a contemporary twist of love, desire and death. Mahler’s Songs of a Wayfarer, with a mobile-phone wielding actor – soap opera meets Mahler! Followed by an eclectic mix of Nineteenth-century German music; songs of love, a demonic chase through a dark wood and heart-on-sleeve longing, including extracts from Schubert’s magnificent Winterreise. A taste of the Romantic and the Gothic not to be missed.

Scottish comedian Alan Francis burst onto the comedy scene in 1991 winning Channel 4’s prestigious So You Think You’re Funny award. Since then, he has-starred on Radio 4’s The Alan Davies Show, which was nominated for the Best Radio Show at the 1998 British Comedy Awards.

Alan has also contributed to Alan’s Big One FM (Radio 1), The Buzz (Radio 4) and two series of Slices of Life with Phill Jupitus (Radio 1). He also co-wrote and starred in radio 5’s Sony Award nominated Colin.

Alan appears here with support from some of your Fisher Comedy Club favourites!

Opera, Local Talent

Stand Up Comedy, TV Personality, National Tour

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Alma Theatre presents

Hagar (12A) Thu 12 May @ 7.30pm | £7.50 | £5 groups 10+ I never thought of leaving.

Then you came...

Hagar is a dreamer living in Aleppo during the Syrian Civil War. Deserted by her husband, she has only her infant son and a few bullet-blocking sandbags for company. The smugglers are wearing her down, capitalizing on her vulnerable position and constantly upping the price for a trip to safety, but Hagar is willing to do almost anything to give her son a better life.

Based on true accounts of Syrian refugees, this heartbreaking story from husband-and-wife team Aksam Alyousef (writer/director) and Amena Shehab (performer) celebrates the hope, courage, and enduring power of a mother’s love.

Theatre, Refugee Crisis, Critically Acclaimed, International Tour

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FYTG Nestlings presents

Bungay Film Club presents

Mustard Theatre Company presents

The Sink or Swim The Girl on (15) Borrowers (U) the Train (PG)

by Mary Norton, adapted for the stage by Laila France Sat 14 May @ 2pm & 6pm | £8 | £6 child under 16 years Presented by our popular Nestlings company, (4–8 year olds). We find Arrietty and her family in the same predicament as in Mary Norton’s original story but, as they escape the confines of the house and the nasty Mrs Driver, they come across a world in nature, where other Borrowers have found harmony with its seasons and creatures. With great songs and movement, charming animals and some extraordinarily long grasping arms.

Tue 17 May @ 7.30pm | £5 | £2.50 Members

A bittersweet French comedy about a group of disparate fortysomethings who meet when setting up their local pool’s first ever synchronised swimming team - for men. Together with their coach, a former champion fallen on hard times, the men outface scorn and derision to attempt the impossible.

The cast includes some of the best-known faces in contemporary French Cinema, many of whom will be known to film club regulars. Inspired by an intriguing documentary, Men Who Swim (2010).

World Cinema, Foreign Language

Wed 18 May @ 7.30pm | 12 | £10 students & seniors Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears.

When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery. Adapted from Paula Hawkins’ novel, this gripping new play will keep you guessing until the final moment.

Theatre, Critically Acclaimed, Local Talent

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Royal Ballet Live presents

Pure Floyd presents

Swan Lake (PG)

The Pure Floyd Show (U)

Thu 19 May @ 7.15pm | £13.50 | £10 Film and Theatre Club Members This classic fairytale represents the battle between good and evil, and the attempt of love to conquer all. The magic of the lakes, forests and palaces is brought to life with glittering designs by John Macfarlane and a sublime score by Tchaikovsky. The Royal Ballet’s sumptuous production of Swan Lake returns to the Royal Opera House stage after its 2020 revival was interrupted by the pandemic’s closure of theatres. This classic of the repertory is testament to the late choreographer Liam Scarlett’s abiding love of classicism and innate musicality, which shine through this production.

Live Stream, Ballet

Fri 20 & Sat 21 May @ 7.30pm | £20 After almost two decades on the live music scene, The Pure Floyd Show have earned a strong reputation as one of the most energetic, visually stunning and theatrical tributes to the legendary Pink Floyd. With a tight rhythm section, atmospheric keys, breath-taking lead guitar and vocals, soaring sax solos and an impressive light and laser production, The Pure Floyd Show is an experience not to be missed. These gigs will see the band appear at one of their favourite venues, with a few enhancements to the show which are sure to blow the audience away! The Friday night will be packed with the rockier numbers from the band, leaving the Saturday night to focus on the more atmospheric tracks the band are known well for.

Music, Tribute Act, Nationally Acclaimed

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Fisher Youth Theatre Group presents

Animal Farm (U)

Thu 26 & Fri 27 @ 7.30pm & Sat 28 May @ 2.30pm & 7.30pm | £10 | £8 under 18s Our Fledgling company, (ages 9–13), find themselves performing a timely reminder for the unusual era we are living through, in a world teetering on huge change.

This adaptation of George Orwell’s classic allegory allows our young, vibrant performers to tell the ageold story of Ego and Power that haunts humanity, with all the innocence and truth that only youth can express.

With a theatrical score by Roger Eno and movement choreographed by Beth Keys-Holloway, performed in traverse. Adapted for the stage by Ian Woolridge.

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Fisher Theatre Gallery

Gallery Open by appointment 10am–3pm Wed–Sat & 6–10pm Wed–Sat no appointment needed To book an appointment email info@ fishertheatre.org or phone 01986 897130 Note The Gallery can be subject to short-notice closures for special events, meetings and classes. If you are travelling any distance – please phone before your visit.

Norfolk Scene Kay Ohsten 1935–2003 Sun 8 May – Thu 7 July Born in Norwich but living most of her life in Pulham St Mary, Kay Ohsten was a much loved and deeply respected graphic artist on the Norwich artistic scene.

She studied and taught at Norwich Art School and was a long-time member of the prestigious Norwich 20 Group. This vivid show, drawing on her family’s rich archives of watercolours, screenprints and mixed media pieces, reveals the full breadth and versatility of Kay’s work, with subjects ranging from architecture (including Bungay), the local landscape, animals, flowers and figures.

All works will be for sale. kayohsten.co.uk

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Glimpses and Remembered Visions Jo Budd Sun 10 July – Thu 15 September One of the most respected fabricbased artists of her generation with work held in the V&A and internationally, Jo Budd has lived and worked in the Waveney Valley for 25 years, the last 21 of them from her house and studio in Bungay, overlooking the Earsham watermeadows. These views have inspired her to a new way of working, one involving fabric and plant-based glue in a rapid collage technique. This now gives her “the speed and spontaneity to sketch a fleeting moment, a day or a memory triggered by the changing light, seasons and colours of this very special part of the world.”

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NT Live presents

Bungay Town Council, Bungay Community Support, & The Fisher Theatre presents

Straight Line Crazy (12A)

Bungay’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations (U)

Wed 1 June @ 7pm | £13.50 | £10 Film and Theatre Club Members

Thu 2 June @ 6pm | FREE

Ralph Fiennes (Antony & Cleopatra) leads the cast in David Hare’s (Skylight) blazing account of the most powerful man in New York, a master manipulator whose legacy changed the city forever. For forty uninterrupted years, Robert Moses exploited those in office through a mix of charm and intimidation. Motivated at first by a determination to improve the lives of New York City’s workers, he created parks, bridges and 627 miles of expressway to connect the people to the great outdoors Faced with resistance by protest groups campaigning for a very different idea of what the city should become, will the weakness of democracy be exposed in the face of his charismatic conviction?

Join us on the Castle Bailey for a fantastic evening celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. This extravaganza performance will feature a wide range of local artists tracing a cultural journey over the sixty years of Elizabeth II’s reign. With a piper performing ‘Die Regnare’ to a new piece to mark the occasion composed

by William Drew-Batty, this will be a memorable night for our whole community and is not to be missed!

Performed at Bungay Castle.

Event, Outdoor, Pageant, Jubilee Celebration

Live-Stream, National Theatre

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Fisher Comedy Club presents

Blue Touch presents

Glenn Wool: The Tiny Kings of Winter (15)

The Robert Johnson Show (U)

Sat 4 June @ 8pm | £7.50 | £5 groups 10+

Wed 8 June @ 7.30pm | £12.50 | £10 students & seniors

Glenn Wool is an international comedy star who began his career in his hometown of Vancouver in 1995. Glenn was nominated for Best International Stand Up at The New Zealand Comedy Awards and twice Best Headliner at the Chortle Awards. “A masterpiece of comedy which has the audience helpless with laughter.

I genuinely think this is one of the best hours of comedy I have ever seen” Five Stars – The Scotsman.

Stand Up Comedy, InternationallyAcclaimed, Award Winning

Four of Robert Johnson’s songs are in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for helping to shape the genre. His name is quoted as an influence by Eric Clapton, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and Bob Dylan. Blue Touch have been in existence for more than 15 years, now wishing to pay homage to someone who is often referred to as the grandfather of modern blues, the band bring you a faithful performance of his songs for today’s audience.

Music, Tribute Act, Nationally Acclaimed

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Tower Theatre Company presents

Brat presents

Mules (12A)

Cabaret Liberté – Bungay Pride! (15)

Fri 10 June @ 7.30pm | £13 | £10 students & seniors |£7.50 under 18s “Wanted: Women to traffic drugs. That’s the job. There’s cash, international travel, a chance to make it big. Risks include violence, betrayal, incarceration, death”. Set in 1996, Mules is a ‘no holds barred’ tale of disparate (and at times, desperate) young women who get caught up in the international drug trade as “mules” (drug couriers), whether as a means of escaping poverty or as a way to acquire wealth and power in a world where they are excluded.

Tower Theatre is one of London’s most exciting emerging theatre companies, and are touring to East Anglia for the first time.

Theatre, East Anglian Tour, Emerging Company

Sat 11 June @ 8pm | £8 | £7 students & seniors Brat presents Cabaret Liberté, a showcase of live drag artistry in all its glorious forms. East Anglia’s finest Kings, Queens and everything in-betweens come together at the Fisher Theatre for a decadent night of lip-sync, dance and live vocal performance, all in celebration of life, liberty and the queer agenda.

Prepare to be amazed, bedazzled and bewildered as they put on a show the likes of which Bungay has never seen before. Inspired by international drag icon Sasha Velour’s ‘Nightgowns’, Cabaret Liberté promises pure spectacles, heartfelt storytelling and the beautiful spirit of the LGBTQ+ community. This special performance will raise money for Bungay Pride!

Drag, Emerging Artists, Local Talent

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Fisher Youth Theatre Group presents

Be More Chill (U) Thu 16 & Fri 17 @ 7.30pm & Sat 18 June @ 2pm & 7.30pm | £12 | £10 students & seniors | £8 under 16yrs Winner of Drama Desk Awards and a Tony Award in 2019, a 2020 West End hit with a cult following. Superb rock/pop/funk score that gets stuck in your head. It tells the story of a misfit, bullied and anxious about attending high school in suburban New Jersey. Feeling average and like he’s just surviving, Jeremy is tempted, then takes a Squip – a nano-computer that you ingest and which in turn makes you cool and popular. With this Squip running his life his real friendships and potential love-life are at risk. This is a story about what really matters in the end, and how easy it is to fall prey to life’s easy solutions.

Youth Theatre, Local Talent, Emerging Artists

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Sustainable Bungay presents

Bungay Town Council & The Fisher Theatre presents

Bungay Pride Suffolk (U) Day 2022 – Sun 12 June | All day | Bungay! (U) FREE An all-day extravaganza celebrating love in all its glorious forms. Bungay’s second ever Pride festival will feature a picnic on the Castle Bailey, a procession through town, and make-up workshops at the Fisher Theatre from the wonderful Toto Martinez. Stay tuned to our social media for more news and updates on the day’s events.

Event, Pride, Workshops, Picnic

Tue 21 June @ 9.30am | FREE We are thrilled to have been chosen as the host town for 2022’s Suffolk Day! Join us at the Fisher Theatre as part of the town’s official celebrations to mark this fantastic occasion. Follow us on social media for more news and updates on the day’s events in this fabulous celebration of our wonderful town. Part of the 2022 Festival of Suffolk.

Event, Community, Town Celebration

Stoneyport Associates presents

Tony McManus & Julia Toaspern (U) Wed 22 June @ 7.30pm | £12 Hailed by the late John Renbourn as ‘the best Celtic guitarist in the world’, Tony McManus has been listed as one of 50 transcendental guitarists of all time by Guitar Player Magazine. Julia Toaspern, combines classical violin and voice training with an interest in jazz, baroque and traditional music. The duo’s guitar treatments of traditional music is unique, exploring the harmonic possibilities of these old, and sometimes not so old, tunes.

Live Music, National Tour, Critically-Acclaimed

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AH Artistes presents

Bungay Film Club presents

Adele in Concert Parallel Mothers (15) with Natalie Black Tue 28 June @ 7.30pm | £5 | £2.50

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Members

Fri 24 June @ 7.30pm | £15

A warm-hearted comedy drama from Spain’s most celebrated filmmaker. Two women, Janis and Ana, meet in a hospital where they are about to give birth. Both are single and became pregnant by accident. Janis, middleaged, has no regrets and is eager for a child.

The other, adolescent Ana, is scared and full of regret. During the short time the women’s lives intersect, they form a close bond which will change their lives irrevocably. A gloriously colourful and entertaining film ensues.

Natalie Black is the ultimate tribute to Adele, setting the tribute industry alight with her stunning replica show that she has toured globally since 2011. This stunning show is not to be missed for any Adele fan and Natalie’s unrivalled likeness in both vocal quality and appearance makes this a night to remember. She will perform all of your most loved Adele songs including: “Set Fire to the Rain”, “Make you feel my love”, and “Someone like you”. This special performance will leave you warm inside. An unforgettable night not to be missed!

World Cinema, Foreign Language

Live Music, Tribute Act, National Tour

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Northern Ballet – Live! presents

Open Space Theatre Company presents

Merlin (U)

Women of Troy (PG)

Wed 29 June @ 7.30pm | £13.50 | £10 Film and Theatre Club Members

Thu 30 June @ 7.30pm | £12

Inspired by the story of the mythical wizard, Northern Ballet’s ‘Merlin’ will take audiences on a sweeping epic adventure of heartbreak, hope and more than a little magic.

Choreographed by Olivier Awardwinning Drew McOnie (Broadway’s King Kong and Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom), expect an enchanting spectacle. Don’t miss the legend reawakened through Northern Ballet’s blend of classical ballet and unrivalled storytelling.

Live-Stream, Ballet, Family Friendly

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Open Space Theatre is going outdoors for the first time this summer with a spectacular production of Women of Troy, by Euripides, a play first performed in 415 BC but as relevant today as it was all those centuries ago. The women of Troy, husbands and sons all killed, are stranded on the beach beside their burning city as they wait to be “allocated” to members of the victorious Greek army, either as slaves or concubines. This exciting production, directed by David Green, features the work of choreographer, Caroline Mummery, and composer William Drew-Batty.

Performed at Bungay Castle or the Fisher Theatre in the event of wet weather.

Theatre, Classical, Outdoor, Local Talent

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Fisher Theatre Bungay

Sat 25 June | Fisher Theatre | 10am–4pm

Wedding Fair Come and join us on Saturday 25th June for the Fisher’s extra-special Wedding Fair – showcasing our beautiful theatre alongside a fantastic array of stalls from local wedding suppliers. With exclusive offers, Q&A sessions, competitions, and extra-special planning workshops in our Gallery, this promises to be an inspirational day for your wedding preparations!

This unique event is a wonderful opportunity to explore our historic theatre in the heart of Bungay. Thought to be the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK, the Fisher offers a fantastic range of versatile spaces perfect for hosting your ceremony and every aspect of your special day.

So whether you’re at the beginning of your wedding journey, or you’re looking for the perfect venue, the Fisher Theatre has got you covered!

To register your attendance, please email Niamh: events@fishertheatre.org With a free glass of bubbly for every couple that register in advance!

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At a glance Theatre Events Cinema & Live–Stream Music Variety Gallery Kids

May

June

Wed 4 Fox Tales: The Pied Piper of Hamelin Fisher Folk & Acoustic

Wed 1 Straight Line Crazy

Booking

Thu 5 The Elton John Show

Sat 4 Glenn Wool: The Tiny Kings of Winter

Fri 6 An Evening of German Lieder

Wed 8 The Robert Johnson Show

Box Office Open 10am–3pm Mon–Sat Phone 01986 897130 – tickets must be paid for via debit/ credit card Online fishertheatre.org Seating plan visit: fishertheatre.org GDPR At the time of booking we will ask for your name, address, phone number and email address. We will only contact you if there are changes to the performance or if we have any further shows you may be interested in. Your information will not be sold on to third parties.

Disclaimer Please note all performance details are correct at the time of publication.

Sat 7 Alan Francis & Support Sun 8 Norfolk Scene: Kay Ohsten Private View Thu 12 Hagar Sat 14 The Borrowers

Fri 10 Mules Sat 11 Cabaret Liberté – Bungay Pride!

Sun 12 Bungay Pride Thu 16, Fri 17 & Sat 18 Be More Chill Tue 21 Suffolk Day 2022 – Bungay!

Tue 17 Sink or Swim

Wed 22 Tony McManus & Julia Toaspern

Wed 18 The Girl on the Train

Fri 24 Adele in Concert with Natalie Black

Thu 19 Swan Lake

Sat 25 Wedding Fair

Fri 20 & Sat 21 The Pure Floyd Show

Tue 28 Parallel Mothers

Thu 26, Fri 27 & Sat 28 Animal Farm

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Thu 2 Bungay’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations

Wed 29 Merlin Thu 30 Women of Troy

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August

Fri 1 The Great Canadian Songbook – Canada Day!

Fri 5 Fisher Comedy Club

Sat 2 Dog-Eared Children’s Book Festival Danny Posthill: Stand Up For The People

Sat 6 Definitely Could Be Oasis

Wed 6 Fisher Folk & Acoustic Thu 7 The George Harrison Project Fri 8 Houdini: A Magician Among the Spirits

Fri 26 The Ben Langley Show Sat 27 Ellie Foulger & Friends: One Night Only

Fri 8 – Sun 17 Into the Woods multiple venues see p.29 Sat 9 JD King’s: Elvis, the Legend!

Sun 10 Glimpses and Remembered Visions: Jo Budd Private View Thu 21 Prima Facie Sat 23 The Prisoner of Zenda Tue 26 Belfast Fri 29 As You Like It Sat 30 Steampunk Revolution Sat 30 Zingaro Blue

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Keith James presents

Dog Eared Creative presents

The Great Canadian Songbook – Canada Day! (U)

Dog-Eared Children’s Book Festival (U)

Fri 1 July @ 7.30pm | £15 Celebrate ‘Canada Day’ in style this year at the Fisher Theatre, with personal interpretations of the music of Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and Leonard Cohen from local favourite Keith James. A concert with such undeniable integrity that it flows from the innermost wellspring of the human spirit. Also included are some rare and never transcribed poetry by both Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen that Keith has, with great pain and respect, set to music. ‘Some of the most atmospheric and emotive music you will ever hear.’

The Independent.

Sat 2 July @ 10am – 3.30pm | FREE Join us for the first ever Dog-Eared Children’s Book Festival! Come and meet a host of bestselling authors and illustrators, including BBC Radio 4’s Zeb Soanes, James Mayhew and Polly Dunbar, for an exciting day celebrating stories and pictures. You’ll be fascinated as they share the secrets behind the making of their wonderful books. Bring your family, lots of questions and prepare to be entertained…

The Norfolk Children’s Book Centre will be providing a pop-up bookshop and there will be an opportunity to get your books signed.

Event, Festival, Family Friendly, Book Signing, Talks, Q&As

Live Music, Critically Acclaimed, National Tour

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Fisher Comedy Club presents

Waveney Valley Folk Collective presents

Danny Posthill: Stand Up For The People (15)

Fisher Folk & Acoustic (U)

Sat 2 July @ 8pm | £7.50 | £5 groups 10+

Wed 6 July @ 8pm | £5

Danny Posthill is a comedy Impressionist, and his versatile act caters for all walks of life with unbeatable stand up and a string of impressions, such as Alan Carr, Michael McIntyre, Sarah Millican and President Donald Trump. His TV Credentials include ‘Pointless Celebrities’, where he appeared alongside fellow impressionists Alistair McGowan, Rory Bremner and Jon Culshaw. Danny’s outstanding performance on Britain’s got Talent, during 2015, saw him reach the Grand Final. Danny is a regular headline act at Comedy clubs across the UK, and has most recently taken his own one man show “That Bloke Who Does Voices” to The Edinburgh Fringe.

Our bi-monthly open mic folk sessions go from strength-to-strength this summer. Come and enjoy great folk music in this unique theatre’s wonderful auditorium, hosted by the Waveney Valley Folk Collective.

If you would like to come up and play, please register through the WVFC website at: waveneyvalleyfolk collective.co.uk Live Music, Folk, Open Mic

Stand Up Comedy, TV Personality National Tour

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Mainstream Promotions presents

The George Harrison Project (U) Thu 7 July @ 7.30pm | £15 From some of the creatives behind the hugely popular Searchers and Hollies Experience, comes this live music celebration of George Harrison’s bestloved hits from his early Beatles songs, his solo career and, of course, The Traveling Wilburys. The evening includes George’s greatest hits from: My Sweet Lord, Got My Mind Set On You, Give Me Love, What Is Life, Something, While My Guitar Gently Weeps, Here Comes The Sun, Handle With Care, All Things Must Pass, Blow Away, Cheer Down, and many more!

Live Music, Tribute Act, National Tour

Richard Melchior and Joshua Pickering presents

Houdini: A Magician Among the Spirits (PG)

Fri 8 July @ 7.30pm | £9 | £8 students & seniors The greatest magician Harry Houdini lives again in this stunning new play, funded by the Arts Council.

Do Spirits Return? Harry Houdini believes they don’t and sets out to expose the popular tricks of the Victorian psychics. This show follows the master magician as he lays bare the Séance room, tackles charlatans, navigates a troubled friendship with Arthur Conan Doyle, and performs some of his most famous tricks and escapes. Come and join us for a haunting evening of inescapable fun.

AH Artistes presents

JD King’s: Elvis, the Legend! (U) Sat 9 July @ 7.30pm | £15 Take a legendary journey through Elvis Presley’s career with JD King, star of the hit BBC One TV show ‘Take Off’ with Bradley Walsh and Holly Willoughby, and one of the world’s greatest Elvis impersonators. In 2019, he was inducted into the international Elvis Tribute Artist Hall of Fame, and of all the Elvis tribute acts, JD King is rated #1 with dozens of 5-star reviews.

Live Music, Tribute Act, National Tour

Theatre, Local Talent, Emerging Artists

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Upshoot Theatre Company presents

Into the Woods (U) Touring | 8–17 July | multiple venues As in any fairy tale, this story also begins with the words “Once Upon a Time”, Sondheim weaves together classic fairytales of old showing the less idealistic and more likely outcomes of these stories, filled with humour and pathos, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Brothers Grimm inspired musical, Into the Woods reminds us all to “Be careful what you wish for”.

Fri 8 | 7pm | Locks Inn, Locks Sat 9 | 1pm | Kali’s Wood & 7pm – The Cut Sun 10 | 5pm | Sparrow Nest Gardens Fri 15 | 7pm | Plantation Gardens Sat 16 | 2pm & 7pm | Thorington Theatre Sun 17 | 2pm & 7pm | Mettingham Castle The performances staged at Sparrows Nest Gardens and Mettingham Castle are fundraisers for the Fisher Theatre. Booking at the Fisher Theatre Box Office (except The Cut and Thorington Theatre).

Musical Theatre, Local Talent 01986 897130 | fishertheatre.org

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Fisher Theatre Community

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Meet Up Mondays

Fisher Youth Theatre Group

Fisher Youth Theatre Group

Could you do with some company?

Feeling a bit fed up? Maybe you are new to the area or would just like to make some new friends? You are invited to come along and enjoy a free cuppa and some friendly chat at the Fisher Theatre bar, Mondays from 10.30am– 12.30pm.

Fledglings (9–13yrs) 4.45pm – 6.45pm Flyers (13–18yrs) 7pm – 9pm Offering performance arts activities led by Professional Theatre Makers and Drama Educators. Working in a thriving historic theatre, and occasionally other community spaces, this is a place to make friends, express yourself, tell stories, learn, and have fun. Our activities align with school terms. If you’re curious about joining contact us: Luci BedwellLee, Group Administrator on admin@fytg.org.

Sessional and Project fees apply.

Nestlings (4–8yrs) 4pm – 5.30pm Offering young minds the opportunity to make their first steps into creating theatre with Professional Theatre Makers and Drama Educators.

Introducing a theatrical approach, and expanding on interests in music, dance, movement, spoken word, script work, theatre sports, storytelling and making things for performance. This is a relaxed group with wellbeing put first where young people are given the opportunity to play, learn and express themselves, and mainly have fun. Our activities align with school terms. If you’re curious about joining contact us: Luci Bedwell-Lee, Group Administrator on admin@fytg.org.

Sessional and Project fees apply.

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The Arts Society – Waveney Valley

Head Start Improvisation (11–18 year olds)

UpShoot Community Theatre

The Waveney Valley Arts Society brings people together through a shared curiosity for the arts. Our events provide welcoming places to hear expert lecturers share their specialist knowledge about the arts. Our members contribute to and preserve our artistic heritage through volunteering and grants.

For more information on our events and how to join, please contact: ballygatecottage@gmail. com or visit our website: www.theartssociety.org/ waveney-valley

Head Start is a training programme designed to support young people (11–18 years old) develop their theatre making skills, performance abilities, creativity and confidence through our unique brand of improvisation training techniques. We are looking to offer a platform for new voices who want to access arts opportunities but may not have been able to do so and ensure young people are equipped with transferable skills and strategies to help them negotiate, thrive and succeed in a Post Covid-19 world. Saturdays from 10am–1pm in the Gallery.

For more information email callan@reflextheatre.co.uk

UpShoot’s Community Theatre projects aim to involve everyone who wants to participate in all areas of performance.

We support members to explore and learn performance skills, take risks, meet new people and connect with being creative in a nurturing and safe environment.

Wellbeing is a key value in all our work. Sundays from 6-9pm in the Auditorium.

For more information on how to get involved email upshootdarren@gmail. com or visit our website: upshoottheatrecompany .com

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NT Live presents

Quill and Inkling Theatre Company presents

Prima Facie

The Prisoner Belfast (12A) of Zenda (U) Tue 26 July @ 7.30pm |

(12A)

Thu 21 July @ 7pm | £13.50 | £10 Film and Theatre Club Members Jodie Comer (Killing Eve) makes her West End debut in the UK premiere of Suzie Miller’s awardwinning play. Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister.

She has worked her way up from working class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross examining and winning.

An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge.

Justin Martin directs this solo tour de force.

Live-Stream, National Theatre

Sat 23 July @ 3pm | £12 | £10 students & seniors Written by Anthony Hope and published in 1894, The Prisoner of Zenda, is a swashbuckling adventure story, packed with intrigue, shady plots, shadowy figures, sword fights and romance. Wastrel, gadabout and man about town, Rudolf Rassendyll, decides to have one last hurrah before taking a proper job (shudder).

On a jaunt to the Eastern European kingdom of Ruritania he takes in the coronation of their new King, but things quickly take a serious turn when the real King is kidnapped in the first stage of a coup.

Bungay Film Club presents

£5 |£2.50 Members

Kenneth Branagh’s film about a young boy growing up in Northern Ireland at the beginning of the Troubles needs little introduction. Describing it as his ‘most personal film’, the director has used his own experience of living through that tumultuous and confusing time, to paint an affectionate picture of a vibrant, now vanished, community. Shot in black and white and anchored by terrific performances, “Belfast” is suffused with nostalgia, warmth and humour, and not to be missed.

Theatre, National Tour, Critically Acclaimed

Theatre, National Tour, Critically Acclaimed

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InAura Productions presents

Fisher Theatre presents

Zingaro Blue presents

As You Like It Steampunk Zingaro Blue (U) Revolution (U)

(U)

Fri 29 July @ 7.30pm | £12 | £10 students & seniors

Sat 30 July @ 10am – 3pm | FREE

InAura work their magic with this accessible and eco-friendly Shakespearian production of Shakespeare’s muchloved pastoral comedy “As You Like It”. Enter the topsy-turvy Forest of Arden this Summer, with disguised lovers and warring brothers, where all the world’s a stage!

Join us at the Fisher Theatre for Bungay’s first ever Steampunk Fayre! A fun filled day with stalls, activities, workshops, and delicious food and drink, all in the spirit of Steampunk.

Make sure you dress the part for this fantastic celebration of the wild and wacky world!

Performed at Bungay Castle or the Fisher Theatre in the event of wet weather.

Event, Stalls, Talks, Workshops, Food & Drink

Sat 30 July @ 7.30pm | £12

Zingaro Blue’s music is filled with mystical tales of folklore and superstition, from the backyards of the local towns of East Anglia and beyond. This magical evening of gypsy/folk is a fantastic way to end your day with the Steampunk community at the Fisher Theatre.

Live Music, Local Talent, Steampunk, Storytelling

Theatre, Accessible, Outdoor, Local Talent, Emerging Artists

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Fisher Theatre Cinema

The Fisher Theatre and Bungay Film Club are delighted to announce the launch of our new partnership bringing weekly cinema screenings to Bungay on Tuesday evenings at 7pm.

From late Summer 2022, your film club membership will get you extended access to discounts to our weekly cinema screenings, with blockbuster new releases now accompanying your Bungay Film Club favourites.

We will also be screening relaxed and dementia-friendly matinees of classic films on Monday afternoons, to follow Meet-up-Mondays.

For more information on launch dates and the first monthly programme of our new Fisher Cinema offer, follow us on social media at: Facebook fishertheatre Instagram @fishertheatrebungay For more information on how to become a Film Club member, and for all our membership schemes, see page 41.

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Fisher Comedy Club presents

Fisher Comedy Club

Definitely Could Be presents

(15)

Fri 5 Aug @ 7pm | £7.50 | £5 groups 10+ The Fisher Comedy Club brings you the best in local talent and beyond. You’ll get big laughs from circuit legends, and get to say “I saw them before they were famous” at one of our fantastic new comedy nights that are not to be missed!

Stand Up Comedy, Local Talent, Emerging Artists

Definitely Could Be Oasis (U) Sat 6 Aug @ 7.30pm | £13.50 One of the UK’s finest live tributes, Definitely Could Be Oasis recreate classic all your favourite singles, B sides, and album tracks in superb detail. Don’t miss this fantastic night with the finest tunes of the Britpop era, right here at the Fisher Theatre.

Live Music, Tribute Act, National Tour

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Ben Langley presents

Ellie Foulger presents

The Ben Langley Show Ellie Foulger & (PG) Friends: One Fri 26 Aug @ 7.30pm | £10 Night Only (U) Norwich Panto Legend and BGT Misheard Lyric funnyman brings his one-man variety show to the Fisher Theatre for just one night only!!

This hilarious family experience continues to “wow” audiences up and down the country and is an absolute “must see!” … what more can you want from a summer holiday treat?

“Ben Langley, you are a very funny man!”

Simon Cowell.

Comedy, TV Personality, Critically Acclaimed, Local Talent

Sat 27 Aug @ 7.30pm | £10 Ellie has been performing at the Fisher since she was 8 years old, and is thrilled to be back on stage for this fabulous evening filled with well-loved Musical Theatre classics, special guests, and much much more. Get ready to sing along, have fun, and support our local rising stars with this celebration of live musical theatre.

Live Music, Local Talent, Emerging Artists

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Fisher Theatre Weddings

Fisher Theatre 10 Broad Street Bungay NR35 1EE

See p.21 for details of our Wedding Fair

The Fisher Theatre is a historic space offering versatility, intimacy and style for formal, casual or unusual events – perfect for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Always reasonably priced.

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Fisher Theatre Memberships

Funding The Fisher Theatre is an independent, volunteer-led, not-for-profit arts charity in the heart of Bungay, on the Norfolk/ Suffolk border.

It costs £380-per-day to keep our big blue doors open, and this would not be possible without a wide-range of generous support from our communities.

If you like the look of our new season, then there are a number of ways that you can support your local theatre and help us reach our £380-per-day target:

Memberships If there are a few shows that have caught your eye in our new spring programme, then why not consider joining one of our membership schemes?

Perfect for those who want to come back to the Fisher again and again, our memberships save you money and help to keep our programme accessible to all.

Plus, all the proceeds from our membership sales go directly towards supporting the theatre’s running costs and help us reach our daily goal.

Fisher Theatre Club Membership £35 | £60 |10% off tickets to most live events (theatre, music, talks) | 10% off orders at the Fisher Theatre bar | £10 tickets to all live-stream performances

Donations & Legacies The Fisher Theatre is committed to providing accessible, diverse, and actively inclusive arts programming for Bungay and the surrounding areas.

If you share a belief in our mission why not consider making a lasting gift, and help the Fisher reach everyone in our area for years to come? For more information on how to make a donation, or leave a legacy, please email Ben: manager@fishertheatre.org Volunteering We also have a number of volunteer opportunities available, for a more ‘hands-on’ involvement in the Fisher’s community!

Bungay Film Club £15 | £2.50 tickets to all Bungay Film Club screenings | £3 tickets to all Fisher Cinema screenings | £10 tickets to all live-stream performances

These include: – Technical – Box Office – Front of House – Ushering – Bar – Trusteeship

Fisher Theatre Lottery £2.50 per ball | Chance to win £250 each month | All proceeds go towards supporting the Fisher Theatre

Please email Niamh: events@fishertheatre.org to register your interest or for more information on our range of volunteer opportunities.

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