Bolton Gate Arts 2024

Shows and Events 2024

Bolton Gate Arts

Our Team!

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Bolton Gate Arts Advisory Board

Terry Shave - Rhiannon Jones

Emma Dawson Varughese - Esther Jones

Kerry Jones - Nicky Twemlow

Event Volunteers

Our crack team of volunteers are on hand for our events to help everything go smoothly. Huge thanks go to:

Mick, Jude, Cassy, Rose, Sandie, Jamie, Jacqueline, Kevin & Shelagh

For all your support so far!

Get involved!

- Assist on a variety of events -

- Casual commitment -

- Free access to events -

- Cafe discount on event days -

Want to join our team of volunteers?

Please email arts@boltongatefarm.co.uk

Artisan Markets

Handmade quality products from local makers

Join us for more fantastic markets at Bolton Gate, featuring lots of returning favourites, as well as some brand-new additions!

Sweets, gifts, home decor, beauty products, dog accessories and much more...

Easter Market

Saturday30thMarch|10am-3pm

Twilight Market

Saturday29thJune|4pm-9pm

Harvest Market

Saturday12thOctober|10am-3pm

Christmas Market

Saturday7thDecember|10am-3pm

If you are interested in joining our makers and creators, please email any queries to arts@boltongatefarm.co.uk

@boltongatearts

#theartyfarm #followtheflock

Imprints: Tales from the New Wild

New for 2024! Imprints: Tales from the New Wild is a brand new community-led arts project in collaboration with Artshill Performer Group and local puppet maker Redthing Creations.

From May - August we will be conducting a series of workshops, teaching new skills and telling the untold stories of the wild Moorlands.

We want your input, your stories, with opportunities to get involved throughout and at the end of it all we will be creating the very first sitespecific theatre piece right here on the farm!

In partnership with Artshill Performer Group and Redthing Creations

Supported by: Staffordshire Moorlands

what’s involve

TheMoorlandsisteemingwithfascinatinggeologic anduntappednarrativesofnature&thewild.Buthowdoesthisimpactus,thepeople thatlivethere?Ourrelationshipwithsuchabeautifulnaturallandscapeandwhatis thestorywaitingtobetold?

Workshops

Learnnewskills&tellusyourstories.FREECreativeworkshopsatBoltonGateArtsandin targetedcommunitylocationsacrosstheMoorlands,bringingopportunitiestoyourdoorstep! Performance,creativewriting,music,storytelling,puppetmaking,puppetry,prop making,naturewalks,outdoortheatre,environmentalworkshops&more... OurworkshopsareforEVERYONE,sogetinvolved!

BoltonGateArtsVolunteerPerformerGroup

Lovebeingcreative?Loveoutdoortheatre?Wewillberecruitingavolunteertheatregroup hereintheMoorlands!

Whetheryouloveperformingoryou’remoreofabehindthescenestype,getinvolvedand helpinthecreationofour...

CommunityProduction

OurlocalcommunitymemberswillhavetheopportunitytotakepartinourfirstcommunityledproductionhereatBoltonGateArts.

Opportunitiesavailableinacting,performing,musiccreation,stagedesign,puppetry, costumemaking&more.Achancetolearnanddevelopskillsalongsidecreative professionals,whilstcelebratingthetalentandinnovationoftheMoorlands

Show Dates and Tickets

Thurs 29th, Fri 30th, Sat 31st august

Over the next few months we’ll be crafting our theatre show from your stories

Over the next few months we’ll be crafting our theatre show from your stories of life in the Moorlands. Stay tuned to book your tickets for the first EVER of life in Moorlands. Stay tuned book your tickets for the first EVER community led theatre production at Bolton Gate Arts. community led theatre production at Bolton Gate Arts.

More details coming soon...

www.boltongatefarm.co.uk/showsandevents

Check out our upcoming workshops:

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SUMMEROPENDAY! SUMMEROPENDAY! box office... Visit our ative workshops...

Saturday 4th May 2024 | 10am - 2pm Saturday 4th May 2024 | 10am - 2pm

Join us to celebrate the launch of our 2024

Join us to celebrate the launch of our 2024 Summer Season: The Arty Farm, have fun, and Summer Season: The Arty Farm, have fun, and get to know the team behind the scenes! get to know the team behind the scenes! ...activities

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EARLYBIRD TICKETOFFER

Save 20% on Adult and Concession tickets for selected shows this summer when you book by the end of April 2024

DISCOUNT CODE: BGearlybird24 TTheArtyFarm

Look for the swallow sticker to see which events are eligable for our Early Bird Discount!

An evening of live music and entertainment

First Saturday of every month May - August From 7pm FREE ENTRY!

Donations Welcome

Saturday 4th May

Saturday 1st June

Saturday 6th July

Saturday 3rd August

Whether you ’ re an experienced artist looking for a new stage, a new artist looking for a first stage or just want to have some fun. Bolton Gate offers an open and supportive space to come and try out new material in front of a live audience.

Bar & hot food available

Ifyou'reaperformerandwould liketogetinvolvedpleasecontact arts@boltongatefarm.co.uk @boltongatearts #followtheflock

Featuring StarofBBC1's ‘AllTogetherNow’ Paulus,TheCabaret Geek&Fascinating Aïda’sMichael Roulstonon piano

Runningtime:1hour(nointerval)

Recommendedforages12+

Runningtime:2hours30mins (inc.interval)

Suitableforthewholefamily!

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THE STABLES | Saturday 25th May | 5pm

Tickets £14.50 / £12.50 / £10

Written by Steven Powell

Directed by Kelly-Marie Singleton

Getreadyforaside-splitting,sit-commeets-theatreadventure,followingthelives ofVickyandTom,amiddle-agedcoupleas theynavigatelifetogether.

Filledwithonemishapafteranother,when you ’vebeenhitchedaslongasTomand Vickythesparkcandwindle,andtryingto addsomesizzlecanresultinhilariously awkwardmoments...

OKING FOR ME FRIEND: The Music of VICTORIA WOOD

THE STABLES | Saturday 8th June| 5pm

All tickets £17.50

"The most feel-good show in town” (⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Daily Mail) has spread nostalgia and laughs throughout the UK and has the seal of approval from Victoria's own colleagues and school-chums. Featuring the star of BBC1's 'All Together Now', Paulus The Cabaret Geek with Michael Roulston (Fascinating Aïda) on piano, it’s an evening of pure joy filled with Victoria's best-loved songs. So, pair your stilettos with your oven glove, zip up your cocktail slacks and get booking!

The Importance of Being Earnest

By Oscar Wilde | Rain or Shine Theatre Company

THE SHEEP PEN | Saturday 15th June| 5pm

Tickets £17.50 / £14.50 / £12.50

WhentwoVictoriangentlemenassumethenameof ‘Earnest’towintheaffectionsoftwoladies,both determinedtomarryamanofthatname,thesceneis set.Aneveningofhilariousconfusioninaworldof handbags,perambulators,cucumbersandwiches, muffins,butlers,theEnglishupperclass,andofcourse, thattheatricaltourdeforce–LadyBracknell! Packyourpicnicsandwitnessthecomicalconfusionof OscarWilde'shilariousmasterpiece!

Just suberb! Genuine laugh out loud brilliant! Well observed humour... honest, raw and frank.

THE STABLES

Saturday 22nd June | 5pm

£14.50 / £12.50 / £10

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THE STABLES

Saturday 22nd June| 7pm

Tickets £14.50 / £12.50 / £10

FrankieHowerdwasoneofBritain’smostloved comediansforhalfacentury Buthehadasecret Andthesecret’snamewasDennis.

ThishugelyacclaimedplaybyMarkFarrelly(Quentin Crisp:NakedHope,Jarman)takesyoutothe heartofFrankieandDennis'clandestinerelationship, whichlastedfromthe1950suntilFrankie’sdeathin 1992.Italsoaffordsagloriousopportunityto encounterFrankieinfull-flightstandupmode

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Runningtime:1hour40mins(inc.interval)

Suitableforages14+

(Stronglanguage,sexualreferences)

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The Wind in the Willows

Boxtree Productions

THE SHEEP PEN| Saturday 13th July| 6pm

Tickets £17.50 / £14.50 / £12.50

When Mole gets fed up of cleaning she decides to leave her burrow and head out on an adventure! She meets Ratty, Toad and Badger and discovers a love of the river and the joy of the open road.

Join Boxtree Productions on the riverbank this summer, to celebrate their 10 year anniversary with Kenneth Grahame's beloved story! With hilarious comedy, magic and toe-tapping songs for the whole family to enjoy.

As You Like It

By William Shakespeare | Folksy Theatre

THE SHEEP PEN | Saturday 20th July | 7pm

Tickets £17.50 / £14.50 / £12.50

Shakespeare’sleafytaleofbanishment,loveand disguiseisgivenalight-heartedandmusical treatmentbyFolksyTheatre.

“Alltheworld’sastage,andallthemenandwomen merelyplayers…”

ThispopularShakespeariancomedyaboutlifeand love,faithanddeathisfilledwithFolksy’stouchof livemusic,boldcharacters,audienceinteractionand plentyoflaughs Bringalongfriendsandfamilyto enjoythisfun-filledproduction!

A Midsummer Night’s Dream & Twelfth Night

By William Shakespeare | 440 Theatre

THE SHEEP PEN | Sunday 28th July| 2:30pm

Tickets £17.50 / £14.50 / £12.50

FourFortyTheatrearebackwithaBritishSummertime ShakespeareDoubleBill!TwelfthNightandA MidsummerNight’sDream,bothperformedinone nightbyonlyfouractorsinforty(ish!)minuteseach!

ExperiencethehilarityoftwooftheBard’sbest comediescondensedintoshort,side-splittingshows. Prepareforanunforgettablenightof laughterwithaBritishSeasideTwist!

Whattoexpect!

The Stables

The Sheep Pen

A former horse training facility now transformed into our main space for spectacular outdoor performances! Bring your own blankets, fold out

Intimate performance space, perfect for fringe theatre. More traditional theatre style seating provided for ticketed shows, informal cafe seating for open mic nights.

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CANIBRINGAPICNIC?

PicnicsareallowedinTheSheepPentheatreonly. FortheatreinTheStablesoranyofourothereventsweunfortunatelycannot allowpicnicsastheseatingisinourcafearea.Ourcafewillalsobeopen andservinghotfoodatallevents.

CANIBRINGMYOWNALCOHOL?

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WHERECANIPARK?

Wehavelimitedparkingavailableonsiteincludingdisabledspaces. Wedohaveanoverflowfieldthatcanbeusedhoweverparkingonhere isatyourownriskasitcangetmuddy. AlternativeparkingisavailableonthecouncilownedParkHallcar parkjusta3minutewalkfromthefarmentrance.

Tickets: www.boltongatefarm.co.uk/showsandevents

Luxury Afternoon Tea

Perfect for parties and special occasions, our Luxury Afternoon Teas are an amazing way to tell your loved ones how much you care!

Our Luxury Afternoon Tea consists of:

Savoury:

Cheese & tomato, egg mayonnaise & ham sandwiches

Pork pies, mini quiches, sausage rolls

Served with salad garnish and crisps

Sweet:

Homemade mini fruit scones with clotted cream and jam

Selection of today's mini cakes

Drinks:

Choice of orange juice or apple juice

Choice of Americano or English breakfast tea

All for just £21.50 per person (Minimum of 2 people).

To really bring the sparkles, add a glass of Prosecco for £4.95 each (18+).

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LuxuryAfternoonTeaemail cafe@boltongatefarm.co.uk

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24 Calendar Booknow!

August

Sat 3rd Gigz@theGate 7pm

Fri 9th Quiz Night 7pm

Sat 17th Fused Glass Workshop 11am

Thu 29thSat 31st Imprints: Tales from the New Wild TBC

September

Sun 1st BG Birthday Celebration TBC October

Sat 12th Harvest Market 10am - 3pm

Thu 31st Cookies & Carving 5pm

November

Sat 30th Christmas Wreath Making 5pm & 8pm

December

Sun 1st Wreath Making 5pm & 8pm

Sat 7th Christmas Market 10am - 3pm

Sat 14th Festive Family Fun Day TBC

Ticketsforalloureventsareavailableonourwebsite: www.boltongatefarm.co.uk/showsandevents orbyfollowingtheQRcodeatthetopofthepage.

Ticketscanalsobepurchasedonthegatefortheatreevents (subjecttoavailability).

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By Public Transport

Stoke Train Station is well connected with regular trains from Birmingham, Derby, Liverpool, Manchester and London. From there we are an approx. 15 minute taxi ride or you can grab the bus! There are a number of buses that run from Stoke Train Station, Hanley, Longton, Meir and other spots in and around Stoke. Then just head from the Weston Coyney cross roads towards Main Street and we are a 5 minute walk from there. Check out D&G Buses and First Potteries for more information.

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