Rugby Festival of Culture Guide 2016

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RUGBY FESTIVAL OFCULTURE2016

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A big welcome to the 2016 Rugby Festival of Culture as it returns to Rugby town centre from Friday 1st to Sunday 17th July. The festival, supported by Rugby First and Rugby Borough Council, continues to go from strength to strength and we hope that within this guide you will find something of interest for you, your friends and family! Many of the events are free but where booking is required you will need to book early to avoid disappointment!

Take time to look through the guide – there’s plenty inside. Indulge yourself, try something different, socialise, laugh, discover, enjoy, celebrate, learn and have fun. Experience the unique town of Rugby – The Birthplace of the Game - which provides a wonderful stage and backdrop to showcase the borough’s rich, diverse, creative and wonderfully talented individuals and groups that make this festival possible.

A big thank you to all those who bring the festival to life through art, literature, music, dance, film, food and drink along with our sponsors, advertisers and Rugby First and Rugby Borough Council for their continued support.

We want you to join us, be part of something special, be proud, bring your friends and family, share and enjoy the experience, while celebrating the very best of Rugby.

Aftab Gaffar, Rugby First Ltd and Cllr Heather Timms, Rugby Borough Council

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Any more questions?

Still not sure about something?

Phone Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 or contact the event organiser.

RUGBY FESTIVAL OF CULTURE 2016 CONTENTS

ABSOLUTE BOWIE See page 11

THROUGHOUT THE FESTIVAL...........4 RUGBY ART TRAIL.............................8 PROGRAMME OF EVENTS................11 LOCATION MAP................................67 All event listings are subject to change please check website for the latest information.

Key to Events HERITAGE

RATBURGER See page 19

ARTS & CRAFTS DANCE ENTERTAINMENT FILM FOOD & DRINK

MUSIC THEATRE LITERATURE

10 Venue numbers are indicated like this Access Key Disabled Access Restricted Access Disabled Toilet Facilities

For more detailed information on specific venues please call Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217

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THROUGHOUT THE FESTIVAL

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A LIFE IN PATTERN: THE LIFE AND WORKS OF SHEILA BOWNAS

This exhibition will explore artist and textile designer, Sheila Bownas’ life, the development of her artistic and textile design practice and the relevance of her designs to the contemporary textile design field through paintings, prints, photographs and letters.

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Little Wharfe © Chelsea Cefai

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 5pm Saturday 10am – 4pm Closed Sunday and Monday Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

ROYAL SCHOOL OF NEEDLEWORK SUMMER EXHIBITION Come and see the Royal School of Needlework Rugby

students’ Certificate & Diploma Summer Exhibition. You will see their beautiful and amazing hand embroidery worked in different techniques.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm Saturday 10am – 4pm Closed Sunday Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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CHRYSALIS – RUGBY HIGH SCHOOL’S CELEBRATION OF ART Don’t miss the opportunity to see a celebration of

the talent and achievement from Rugby High School.

There will be a range of work on display from girls aged between 11 and 18.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Plus One Gallery Time: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 5pm Saturday 10am – 4pm Closed Sunday and Monday Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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‘Red Setter’ silk shading embroidery © Brian Hunt 2015

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Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 5pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm, Closed Sunday and Monday Cost: FREE Audience: Under 7’s

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SHAPE HUNT Explore the Gallery and Museum to find the shapes linked to the exhibition. Enter your worksheet into

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Rugby's hidden gem The perfect place to celebrate with friends & family in the centre of Rugby Town The Arnold House Elsee Road Rugby CV21 3BA 01788 542357 enquiries@thearnoldhouse

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BY HAND An exhibition of textile pictures with hand-dyed silk

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Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time:10am – 3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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STRONG ROOMS An immersive exhibition of archive images, film, soundscapes, personal stories and objects from

Rugby and Archives across the West Midlands. This installation has been created by Archives West Midlands and Soul City Arts and funded by Arts Council England. Mohammed Ali, street artist, will be live painting on Saturday 9th July from 10am. Free activities for all ages all week and weekend.

Venue: Benn Hall Car Park Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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Rugby Art Gallery, Museum and Visitor Centre

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The Cultural Hub of Rugby Throughout the year you can enjoy and be inspired by: • Exciting exhibitions of contemporary and modern art and craft • Vibrant displays from our museum collections of Roman and local social history • Activities for all ages… get hands on with art and history.

Make the Visitor Centre your first stop for exploring Rugby • Information, events tickets and a range of gifts and merchandise linked to Rugby all available.

Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, Little Elborow Street, Rugby, CV21 3BZ. T: 01788 533201 E: ragm@rugby.gov.uk W: www.ragm.org.uk Rugby Visitor Centre T: 01788 533217 E: visitor.centre@rugby.gov.uk W: www.enjoyrugby.co.uk Please check the websites for opening times @rugbygallery RAGM

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© Lizzie Campbell Look out for some of the artists doing demonstrations and selling their work in the Clock Towers Shopping Centre – see website for details.

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ART TRAIL A trail of local artists work, exhibited in the shops,

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WE’RE ON O U R W A Y. ..

…SUPPORTING RUGBY FESTIVAL OF CULTURE 2016 With the development of Houlton well underway, we’re excited about being Rugby’s newest neighbourhood and adding to everything that this great town offers.

Once the world’s most powerful radio station and familiar mast site, with its selection of exceptional homes, a stylish café, community facilities and acres of inviting community spaces, Houlton promises new benefits for future residents and the wider community alike.

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FRIDAY 1 JULY

01 JULY

ABSOLUTE BOWIE

Absolute Bowie are Europe’s Finest David Bowie Tribute. The five piece has toured all over Europe for the last 8 years, faithfully performing the music of David Bowie with uncanny accuracy. The audience are taken on a journey experiencing the different personas of Bowie, from Ziggy Stardust and Aladdin Sane through to The Thin White Duke and the late 80s. Absolute Bowie has been voted one of the best tribute bands in the UK with their energetic (and theatrical!) stage show. Prepare to be taken from A to Z (Absolute Beginners to Ziggy!) with Stations to Station in between.

Venue: The Benn Hall Time: 7.30pm –11pm Cost: £12 advance, £14 on the door Audience: Adults, teenagers and families Booking: www.bennhall.com

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SATURDAY 2 JULY

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LIVE MUSIC

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THE TOM WRIGHT BAND

10.30am – 12 noon Terrific band playing a wide variety of material. Tom is one of the best young guitar players around.

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THE DOGGONE DADDIES 12

1.30pm – 3pm Classic rock’a‘billy and rock & roll from this busy band from the northeast.

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ANDY RACKHAM

10.30am – 12.15pm Solo violinist – talented musician playing your favourite classical tunes.

DAVE BROADFIELD DUO (SCRATCH AND SNIFF)

1pm – 2.45pm The ever popular Dave Broadfield and his new duo will entertain playing Cajun, bluegrass and country in their own unique style.

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ROSE AND CASTLE DANCE MORNING Rose and Castle Morris is a men’s North West Morris

side based in the Northampton, Milton Keynes Buckingham triangle. At the beginning of July every year they have a “Weekend of Dance”, where Morris sides from many parts of the country visit for a weekend of Morris and Folk related fun.

Venue: Market Place/High Street Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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MORRIS TRADITIONAL CRAFTS Create a flowery headband, colourful sticks or flowing armbands inspired by Morris dancers.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: 11am – 1pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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SATURDAY 2 JULY MAKING A GIANT PEACH The town-centre community is invited to join in

making a huge collage of a peach. It will feature in the world premiere performance, by young people from Northlands Primary and Dunchurch Infant Schools, of original songs inspired by the Roald Dahl story ‘James and the Giant Peach’. Drop in to have a go, then come back on Sunday 10th July to see and hear the results.

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Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 10am – 12 noon Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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ART IN THE CAFÉ

Artists from the Rugby & District Art Society show their work, including Gillian Dakin (textile art), Roger Griffiths (landscape) & Jim Watson (local scenes, topographical views and humour). Plus random artist drop-in sessions see Art Society members at work!

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Venue: Café Vin Cinq Time: 11am - 3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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ST PETER & ST JOHN SATURDAY MUSIC CONCERT

ST MARK’S SOLOISTS Solo singers, Gill Clark and Jayne Waddington

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singers from the leading local Church Choir, St Mark’s Bilton. The music will include classics Vivaldi, Schuman and modern items from the Beatles and recent West End Shows. There will be a number of Duets. Ian Tweed the senior accompanist of the Woodlands Singers will be playing the Piano.

Venue: St Peter and St John Church Time: 1pm – 1.45pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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SATURDAY 2 JULY

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RUGBY TOWN GUIDES WALKING TOURS The Rugby Town Guides take residents and visitors on a journey of discovery through the town centre, revealing fascinating facts about the history of the borough.The free tours start at Rugby Visitor Centre and visit the Webb Ellis Football Museum, the Webb Ellis Statue and The Queen’s Gates at Rugby School’s The Close.

Venue: Meet at Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 11am – 12 noon Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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BACK IN TIME FOR BREAKFAST Featuring playful puppetry, interactive sets,

imaginative storytelling and much, much more!

See page 35 for further information.

Venue: Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 11am – 12pm Cost: Standard ticket £5 Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) £18 Booking: Essential via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 Audience: ALL

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FANTASTIC MR FOX (PG) Dir: Wes Anderson, USA 2009, 85 mins

George Clooney and Meryl Streep lend their voices to this hilarious and heart-warming animated adventure from director Wes Anderson. Mr and Mrs Fox live a happy home with their eccentric son Ash and visiting nephew Kristofferson. That is until Mr Fox slips in his sneaky, old ways and plots the greatest chicken heist the animal world has ever seen. Based on the beloved, best-selling book by Roald Dahl, Fantastic Mr Fox is family fun at its finest!

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Venue: The Arnold House Time: 11:30am – 1pm Cost: FREE 16

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SATURDAY 2 JULY RUGBY PHILHARMONIC CHOIR PRESENTS; AN EVENING OF AMERICAN MUSIC. Our programme consists of music composed by a few

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of America’s greatest composers; Bernstein, Sondheim and Copland. We are performing selections from West Side Story, A celebration of Sondheim’s musical theatre greats, Copland’s Old American Songs and our guest pianists will be performing a two piano arrangement of Bernstein’s “Candide”. Something a little different, and something for everybody to enjoy, ‘Voci Vivo’, a 5 part choral group to delight us with further musical offerings from our three chosen composers plus several more.

Venue: Temple Speech Room Time: 7.30pm - 9.30pm Cost: Adults £15, Concessions £12.50 Under 16 Free Booking: Tickets available on the door or via Doreen Long on 01788 812802.

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HE NAMED ME MALALA (PG) Dir: David Guggenheim, USA 2015, 86 mins

Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Davis Guggenheim presents this touching portrait of the teenage girl who was targeted by the Taliban. In 2012, when she was only 15, a teenage girl by the name of Malala Yousafzai was shot in the head by a gunman after blogging about life under Taliban rule in Pakistan. Miraculously, she survived and went on to win the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize. This inspirational documentary tells the story of Malala and how she adjusted to her new life in Birmingham, as well as her new role on the world stage, advocating education and the rights of women.

“One child, one teacher, one book and one pen can change the world.” - Malala

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Venue: Rugby Methodist Church Centre Time: 7pm – 8.30pm Cost: FREE

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SATURDAY 2 JULY

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RUGBY DRINKS FESTIVAL 2016 A one day, two session celebration of the finest locally produced

Cask Ales at the Real Ale Bar staffed by volunteers from Rugby Camra (Campaign for Real Ale). Local Ciders, Gin and Spirits will be available alongside a Craft Beer Bar. Festival Food available at both sessions and new this year to provide a festival flavour live music supplied by some of Rugby’s finest bands. Organisation by Rugby Tap. Venue: The Benn Hall Time: Afternoon Session 12 noon – 5pm Evening Session 7pm – 11pm Cost: £2.50 per person Audience: Adults only Booking: Tickets available online www.bennhall.com booking fee applies. Benn Hall Box office 01788 533719 no booking fee applies.

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RATBURGER Voted the top children’s book of the year in 2012, David Walliams’ “Ratburger” encourages us to support Zoe as she battles through a life littered with perils, pitfalls, and grizzly individuals.

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Following on from the successful 2015 adaptation of Mr Stink, (which David Walliams described as “Magnificent!”), Heartbreak Productions returns this summer with the theatrical premiere of “Ratburger”, adapted for the outdoor stage. Come and join the Grand Opening Party of “Armitage’s Ices”, the ice cream parlour set up by Zoe and her Dad and follow 12 year old Zoe’s journey as she takes on the revolting characters that have proved to be one of the hallmarks of David Walliams’ appeal. Our heroine has a profound love of animals and a dream of travelling the world that keep her going as she copes with her disgusting neighbours, her recently unemployed dad, and the menacing Burt (of Burt’s Burgers) who is after Zoe and her pet rat!

Venue: Caldecott Park Time: 6.30pm – 9pm Cost: Adult £12, Child £8, Family £35 (2 adults + 2 children) Audience: 7+ Booking: Tickets available from Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 or on the gate.

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SUNDAY 3 JULY

03 JULY

SUNDAY MARKET Visit the Caldecott Park Summer Market for crafts, artisan bakery, jewellery, plants, handmade bags, crochet, holistics, candles and lots more!

Venue: Caldecott Park Time: 10am – 3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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THE SOCIETY SHOW A wide selection of artistic creations by members of

the Rugby & District Art Society, including drawings, paintings, prints and ceramics.

Venue: The Arnold House Time: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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WIND IN THE WILLOWS Join Mole, Ratty, Badger and their ever excitable friend

Toad, as they go on adventures along the riverbank and through the countryside. Not everything in the Wilde Wood is as it should be though. Soon they discover a terrible plot from the Chief Weasel to take Toad Hall for himself. In order to stop him, they’ll have to work together to stop the villainous weasels from taking control.

Filled with larger than life puppets, songs, dances, interactive sets and a huge heap of adventure, ‘Wind in the Willows’ is sure to delight audience of all ages.

Venue: Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 11am - 12pm.

Cost: Standard tickets £5 Family tickets (2 adults and 2 children) £18 Booking: Essential via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 Audience: ALL

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SUNDAY 3 JULY BEGINNERS STRINGFEST This concert features beginners and junior players

showing what they can achieve after one morning of workshops. It will last about 20 minutes, will be fun for players as well as the audience. Entrance is FREE and it’s a chance to come and encourage the young players of Rugby and surrounding areas.

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Venue: Temple Speech Room Time: Midday doors open 11.45am, be in seats by 12 noon Cost: FREE Audience: All (under 15’s accompanied)

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FESTIVAL STRING CONCERT This concert features Rugby Sinfonia members from

current and past generations, and some guest players, to bring you an hour’s selection of entertaining and popular string music, including a virtuoso piece by Wienawski, the wonderful Dvorak string serenade, and finishing with Holst’s rousing St. Pauls Suite.

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Venue: Temple Speech Room Time: 4.45pm – 6pm (approx.) doors open 4.30pm Cost: £10 (concession £8) (under 18 half price) Audience: ALL

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BOOK MAGIC Stories and crafts for families. Come along and listen to the stories and take part in the crafts!

Venue: Rugby Library Time: 2pm -3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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MONDAY 4 JULY

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CELTIC CONNECTIONS SPACKLING BAND An evening of music from the Baroque era with an

Irish Celtic flavour with Bill Dowdall’s The Spackling Band from Dublin - flute, violas, cello, lute, violin - invited to our Festival by local international viola player Jane Rogers. We are delighted to welcome these outstanding professional musicians with international reputations in their chosen fields.

Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 7.30pm – 9-30 pm Cost: £5 at the door Audience: ALL

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BY HAND A workshop to hand dye silk thread for embroidery. Come and create some sumptuous coloured threads.. All materials provided.

Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 1pm -3pm Cost: £5 to cover the costs of materials Audience: ALL Booking: Essential via St Andrew’s Church on 01788 565609

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MONDAY 4 JULY

THE MERCHANTS CIDER & GIN FESTIVAL 2016 MONDAY 4TH JULY SUNDAY 10TH JULY MONDAY 4TH JULY Free Tutored cider tasting - 7pm

Cider Festival Quiz - 8pm - £1 entry Independence Day American Craft Beer Offers

TUESDAY 5TH JULY Twenty20 Cricket: England v Sri Lanka - 6.30pm

Ouse Valley Singles Club - 9pm folk/punk/skiffle/comedy with tragic tales of being single The Peas – 9pm – Acoustic duo playing popular songs…their way.

WEDNESDAY 6TH JULY Sausage and Cider Night from 5pm Live music TBC - 9pm

THURSDAY 7TH JULY Sausage and Cider Night from 5pm Jakamo - 9pm Funk/rock/soul acoustic session

FRIDAY 8TH JULY Wimbledon Night

Prizes for best fancy dressed Gin & Pimms Offers

SATURDAY 9TH JULY Live sport: Wimbledon Ladies’ Singles Final & British Grand Prix Hog roast from 7pm

SUNDAY 10TH JULY Live sport: Wimbledon Gentleman’s Singles Final

& British Grand Prix The Merchants Legendary Sunday Roast 12-5pm

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TUESDAY 5 JULY

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LITTLE DISCOVERIES – MINI EXPLORERS! Come along and explore the museum with our staff.

Hear stories, dress up, rummage through our treasure boxes and colour in during this fun session for under 5’s.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Times: 10.30am – 11.30am Cost: FREE Audience: Under 7s

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PIANO RECITAL, JILL CROSSLAND International pianist Jill Crossland has made a number

of appearances at the South Bank and Wigmore Hall in London and at the Vienna Musikverein and made recordings for Warner and Signum Classics. She is known for her imaginative and passionate interpretations of the classical repertoire and plays works by Bach and Chopin.

Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 1pm – 2pm Cost: FREE. (retiring collection).

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‘ALL PURSED UP’ - TEA-TIME WITH SHAKESPEARE ‘All Pursed Up’, a beautiful and unique exhibition,

previously displayed at the Globe Theatre, London: embroidered bags to reflect the characters of Shakespeare’s heroines. We are delighted to welcome the artist, Ann Rogers, now a Rugby resident, to explain how her work illustrates Shakespeare’s art, and his message about the dramatic presentation of women in his age and for all time. Also live music from The Spackling Band, outstanding professional musicians playing music with an Irish Celtic flavour.

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Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 5pm – 6.30pm Cost: FREE (retiring collection for charities) Audience: ALL

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TUESDAY 5 JULY

STRINGFEVER International Stars, and Local Boys, “Stringfever” appear again in Rugby after their sensational appearance for the Rugby World Cup Festival events and their subsequent tour of the USA. Venue: Temple Speech Room Time: 7.30pm – 9pm (approx.) doors open 7.15pm Cost: £15 (concession £12) (under 18 £8) Booking: Tickets available from www.stringfest.co.uk “Sounds” on Church Street (01788 536752) or Rugby Visitor Centre Audience: ALL

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WEDNESDAY 6 JULY

06 JULY

ART TRAIL GUIDED WALK Experience the Rugby Festival of Culture Art Trail by

taking part in a guided walk around the venues. The Art Trail showcases local artists work in shops, cafes, restaurants, St Andrew’s Church and other locations around the town centre. By joining us for the guided walk you can learn about the artist’s work and you may even be tempted to buy something!

Venue: Meet at Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 11am – 12.15pm Cost: FREE Booking: Please book via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 or search ‘Art Trail Guided Walk’ at www.eventbrite.co.uk Audience: ALL

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RUGBY TOWN GUIDES WALKING TOURS The Rugby Town Guides take residents and visitors on a

journey of discovery through the town centre, revealing fascinating facts about the history of the borough.

The free tours start at Rugby Visitor Centre and visit the Webb Ellis Football Museum, the Webb Ellis Statue and The Queen’s Gates at Rugby School’s The Close.

Other stops include Regent Street, High Street, the Rupert Brooke Statue and St Andrew’s Church. Schools, community organisations, businesses and tourists can also book a guided tour of the town centre through the Visitor Centre.

Venue: Meet at the Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 2pm – 3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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SCHOOLS’ SINGING SPECTACULAR Children from The Riverside Academy take to the stage in partnership with Warwickshire Music to present a Singfest of music – expect audience participation and a great time!

Venue: Temple Speech Room Time: 6.30pm – 8.30pm Cost: FREE (retiring collection) Audience: ALL

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WEDNESDAY 6 JULY EXHIBITION TOUR OF ‘A LIFE IN PATTERN: THE LIFE & WORKS OF SHEILA BOWNAS’ Join us for a FREE guided tour of this fascinating

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exhibition about the life of artist and textile designer Sheila Bownas. Guided by Chelsea Cefai, the collector who stumbled across the Bownas archive and has spent the past 6 years bringing it back to life, this tour promises to highlight key areas of the exhibition with lots of behind the scenes anecdotes. Not to be missed!

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: Please arrive ready for a 12 noon start, tours last approx. 30 – 40 minutes Cost: FREE Booking: Each tour is limited to 10 places, please book early to avoid disappointment on 01788 533217 or email visitor.centre@rugby.gov.uk Audience: ALL Portrait of Sheila Bownas © Chelsea Cefai

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WEDNESDAY 6 JULY

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MASTER CLASS This drama puts Maria Callas at centre stage again as she coaxes, prods, and inspires students—

”victims” as she calls them—into giving the performances of their lives whilst revealing her own. As she slips off into memories, we experience her days at La Scala, her marriage to Meneghini, and her great doomed love for Aristotle Onassis. But the dazzling theatricality comes from Callas’s emotional explosions, her cutting wit, and the soaring music as each student sings an aria that exposes their vulnerabilities ... and her genius.

Venue: Rugby Theatre Time: 7.30pm – 9.45pm Cost: £7.50 Booking: www.rugbytheatre.co.uk Audience: Adults

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ABUNDANCE OF CHOIRS A Choral Celebration for the Rugby Festival, with

Hillmorton Community Choir, and The Choral Belles, with Amie Boyd: also starring The Villagers’ Choir, and The Long Lawford Community Choir. A welcome to St Andrew’s for a regular visitor in the Rugby Festival: and Amie is bringing new friends and performers, in a wonderful demonstration of the joy of singing in our local community.

Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 7pm – 8.30pm Cost: FREE (retiring collection)

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THURSDAY 7 JULY AJoinNIGHT AT THE MOULIN ROGUE us for an evening celebration of everything

Parisian at our award winning cocktail bar at Café Vin Cinq.

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Venue: BarTwentyFive at Café Vin Cinq Time: 7pm till late Cost: FREE Audience: Over 18

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RUGBY WRITERS AND OPEN MIC Rugby Writers invite you to listen to some of their best pieces from the last year. In fact, why not join in? There’s an open mic so audience members can share their own work.

Venue: Town and County Club Time: 7.45pm – 9.45pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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FRIDAY 8 JULY

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DRAMATIC DRAW Draw a clothed life model in 1920’s costume and

backdrop with guidance from our staff.

Poses will change throughout the evening. Pencils, charcoal, paper and clipboards are provided.

‘Love Coffee’ will be open for you to purchase refreshments.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: 6pm – 8pm Cost: £4 for the session (drinks must be purchased separately.)

Booking: Essential on 01788 533217 Audience: ALL

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ARugby’s NIGHT AT THE OPERA very own amateur opera company, Random Opera, return to the Festival of Culture with their

successful “A Night at the Opera” concert series.

First seen at the Festival in 2012 with their production of Bizet’s Carmen, Random Opera return this year to St Andrew’s Church with a mix of well-loved operatic favourites from Puccini, Verdi, Rossini & Mozart, along with some lesser known treats. Featuring a selection of singers who have performed on operatic stages around the country, this evening of opera is sure to be a hit.

Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 7.30pm to 9.30pm Cost: £5 at the door Audience: ALL

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FRIDAY 8 JULY ZEEMON FEST Zeemon Fest is a summer music festival in aid of Team

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Zeemon. Following its enormous successes in 2013, 2014 and 2015, Zeemon Fest is back and better than ever, featuring three incredible stages, jam packed with a diverse range of music for the whole family to enjoy.

From pop, to indie, to funk and soul, there’s something for everyone at Zeemon Fest. This year’s line-up includes: Quarry, Hiatus, Fleer, Castle, Behind the Settee and many more. Grab a bite to eat from our barbeque and enjoy the atmosphere of Zeemon Fest 2016, with great music, stalls, games and a fully licensed bar.

100% of the profits earned go to Pancreatic Cancer Research.

Venue: Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 6pm-10.30pm Cost: £4 at the door Audience: ALL

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SATURDAY 9 JULY

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FREE

LIVE MUSIC

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LINCOLN NOEL TRIO 1.30pm – 3pm

Charismatic pianist with his trio… everything from jazz and classical to Disney!!

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DUKES JETTY 10.30am – 12noon

One of the best bands to come out of Rugby. Brilliant renditions of songs from the 60’s and more.

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LIVE MUSIC SAPNA WOODIT & FRIEND SEGA, BOLLYWOOD & BELLY DANCING 10.30am – 11.30am JOHN LEES HALL GARDENS REGENT STREET 21

09 JUL VOICES OF UNITY GOSPEL CHOIR

1pm – 3pm Part of Lighthouse Chapel International Church Uplifting gospel music from a wonderful choir.

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ART IN THE CAFÉ

Artists from the Rugby & District Art Society show their work, including Gillian Dakin (textile art), Roger Griffiths (landscape) & Jim Watson (local scenes, topographical views and humour). Plus random artist drop-in sessions see Art Society members at work!

Venue: Café Vin Cinq Time: 11am - 3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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ART TRAIL GUIDED WALK Experience the Rugby Festival of Culture Art Trail by

taking part in a guided walk around the venues. The Art Trail showcases local artists work in shops, cafes, restaurants, St Andrew’s Church and other locations around the town centre. By joining us for the guided walk you can learn about the artist’s work and you may even be tempted to buy something!

Venue: Meet at Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 2pm – 3.15pm Cost: FREE Booking: Please book via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 or search ‘Art Trail Guided Walk’ at www.eventbrite.co.uk Audience: ALL

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MAKE YOUR OWN DRUM LAMPSHADE Learn how to make your very own drum lampshade in this super fun and simple workshop with professional lampshade maker Zoe Darlington. This two hour workshop is suitable for even the most novice craftsperson as there is absolutely no sewing involved!

There will be a unique opportunity to purchase Sheila Bownas fabric (as displayed in the exhibition ‘A Life in Pattern: The Life & Works of Sheila Bownas’) to make a stunning shade for your home, or you can bring half a metre of your chosen fabric with you.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: 10.15am – 12.15pm, 1pm – 3pm Cost: £25, includes all basic materials needed to make the shade except the material. Fabric with the Sheila Bownas design will be available to buy on the day for £5, or you are welcome to bring half a metre of your own fabric (measuring at least 1m x 30cm).

Booking: Essential via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533 217 Audience: Adults

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SATURDAY 9 JULY FIVE STYLISH ARTISTS Five artists come together to promote their individual styles: Terry Hartshorn, Malcolm Parnell, Paul Percival, Jackie Ward and Janet Watson.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm Saturday 10am – 4pm Closed Sunday Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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BACK IN TIME FOR BREAKFAST Meet Millie, a young girl whose family live and work on a secluded lighthouse island. She dreams of

exploring, travelling to amazing places and having lots of exciting adventures. One night she makes a wish on a shooting star. Little does she know that her wish will not only come true, but it will change her life forever, when a mysterious and rather odd traveler crashes his ship on the island. Together, with your help, they must go on an adventure to help save the planet!

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Featuring playful puppetry, interactive sets, imaginative storytelling and much, much more!

Venue: Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 11am – 12pm Cost: Standard ticket £5 Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) £18 Booking: Essential via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 Audience: ALL

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BILTON SILVER TRAINING BAND DIRECTED

BY DI FISHER We welcome back for the third time, this very dynamic,

youthful and enthusiastic Brass band to play for us. There are about fifty talented young musicians who will play a range of music from traditional to Pop. We will hear a number of expert soloists and there will be a very informative announcer, the conductor of the Main Bilton Silver Band – Mark Allen.

Venue: St Peter and St John Church Time: 1pm – 1.45pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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BIG FRIENDLY READ LAUNCH Sign up to the Summer Reading Challenge. This year’s theme is all things Dahl! Humour, mischief,

adventure and friendship can be found in the books and activities taking place in the library over the summer holidays. Can you read 6 books over the summer? Collect prizes along the way with a medal and certificate for finishers at the end of the summer holiday.

Venue: Rugby Library Time: 9am-4pm Cost: FREE Audience: School aged children.

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SATURDAY 9 JULY RUGBY TOWN GUIDES WALKING TOURS The free tours start at Rugby Visitor Centre and visit the Webb Ellis Football Museum, the Webb Ellis Statue and The Queen’s Gates at Rugby School’s The Close.

See page 26 for further information.

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Venue: Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 11am – 12.15pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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Rugby FM will be broadcasting live from 12 noon to 2pm. Kirsty Leahy will be hosting with lots of local acts, musical talent and family fun with a cultural twist.

Venue: Caldecott Park Time: 11am – 5pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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SUNDAY 10 JULY

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THE SOCIETY SHOW

A wide selection of artistic creations by members of the Rugby & District Art Society, including drawings, paintings, prints and ceramics.

Venue: The Arnold House Time: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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WIND IN THE WILLOWS See page 62 for further information.

Venue: Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 11am - 12pm.

Cost: Standard tickets ÂŁ5 Family tickets (2 adults and 2 children) ÂŁ18 Booking: Essential via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 Audience: ALL

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SUNDAY 10 JULY AProduced MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM and performed by Spitfire Theatre Company.

In Shakespeare’s most magical play, love and illusion collide when two pairs of lovers become entangled in fairy mischief on the eve of a Royal Wedding. Dreams and reality become interchangeable and romantic chaos ensues. Seeing really is believing! With memorable characters and hilarious plot twists, A Midsummer Night’s Dream will delight younger audiences as well as more seasoned theatre goers.

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David Bird’s energetic and fast moving outdoor production packs a punch and is one not to be missed!

Venue: Caldecott Park Time: 1.30pm & 4.30pm Cost: £7.50 for adults and £5 for concessions Booking: Tickets available from Rugby Visitor Centre or on the gate Audience: ALL

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BOOK MAGIC Stories and crafts for families. Come along and listen to the stories and take part in the crafts!

Venue: Rugby Library Time: 2pm -3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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PICNIC LUNCH WITH LIVE MUSIC

WITH WORLD PREMIERE SONGS BASED ON JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH

The songs, created and performed, with local artists Jen Elvy and Jo Foote, by young people from Northlands Primary and Dunchurch Infant Schools, are a celebration of the 100 th anniversary of Dahl’s birth. Plus - solos and join-in choruses from Oliver, Sound of Music, Joseph.

Bring and Share Picnic Lunch’: it’s free to join the event, and members of the audience are invited to bring a contribution to the table of food, so everyone can dip in and share. Drinks and snacks will be provided at the church so there’s something on the table for everyone to add to. Please will people (other than family from the two schools) who intend to come, let the church office know before the day.

Venue: St Andrew’s Church, Time: 12.30pm –1.45pm Cost: FREE (retiring collection will be taken for the Roald Dahl Marvellous Children’s Charity for seriously ill children and young people).

Booking:Please contact the church on 01788 565609 Audience: ALL

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SUNDAY 10 JULY VIVA TRIBUTE NIGHT Live music lovers! The Viva Tribute Night...brought

to you by Rugby FM and Rugby First, is The Rugby Festival of Culture’s not to be missed event! Exciting live performances from the best tribute acts around.

Put on your blue suede shoes and swing your hips to “Elvis’ Feel the fever as our “Michael Buble” raises the temperature. And delight to our tribute to the jewel in the crown of popular music, “Neil Diamond’ Venue: The Benn Hall Time: 7pm Cost: £12 Booking: Tickets available at www.bennhall.com or via Rugby Visitor Centre Audience: ALL

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MONDAY 11 JULY

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CREATIVITY WITH A CUP OF TEA: ‘BEING A WRITER IN THE 21ST CENTURY’ Impressions from the past, of writers locking

themselves away with a typewriter in a cold attic, are long gone. Today, thanks to new technology, we have the publishing world at our fingertips. Theresa will talk about her life as a novelist, read from her new book: ‘Meet me at Low-Tide and other poems’ during which, over tea and cakes, she invites you to an informal discussion about writing.

Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 5pm – 6.15pm Cost: FREE (retiring collection) Audience: ALL

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TUESDAY 12 JULY LITTLE DISCOVERIES – MINI EXPLORERS! Come along and explore the museum with our staff.

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Hear stories, dress up, rummage through our treasure boxes and colour in during this fun session for under 5’s.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Times: 10.30am – 11.30am Cost: FREE Audience: Under 5s

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BY VIVALDI Cabinet of Curiosities brings together a number of

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individuals from different backgrounds who share a passion for music from the Renaissance and Baroque eras and who have explored the instruments, technique and style of playing that help bring this music to life. Their founder and director is Clive Letchford who, when not playing, can be found teaching Latin and Greek in the Department of Classics and Ancient History at the University of Warwick.

Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm Cost: FREE (retiring collection for charity) Audience: ALL

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VARVARA, PIANO RECITAL World-class pianist Varvara plays Scarlatti, Mozart,

Tchaikovsky and Debussy. Born St Petersburg 1980, a legendary child pianist in Russia as concert artist, concerto soloist, later accompanist and chamber musician, Varvara has lived in Coventry for ten years, giving recitals across the UK and enriching the cultural life of Coventry and Rugby.

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Venue: St Andrew’s Church Time: 1pm – 2pm Cost: FREE (retiring collection) Audience: ALL

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ART TRAIL GUIDED WALK See page 26 for further details.

Venue: Meet at Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 11am – 12.30pm Cost: FREE Booking: Please book via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 or search ‘Art Trail Guided Walk’ at www.eventbrite.co.uk

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RUGBY TOWN GUIDES WALKING TOURS See page 26 for further details.

Venue: Meet at the Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 2pm – 3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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SHORT FILM NIGHT

Dir: various Two esteemed purveyors of annual festivals and pop-up screenings, Birmingham-based Flatpack and Leamington Underground Cinema have teamed up to produce a one-off evening of short film joy at the Merchants. Covering everything from inventive animation and archive oddities to music videos and recent award-winners, this is a good three hours of mind-bending entertainment for zero pounds. There will also be some advice and info if you’re interested in setting up your own film night.

Venue: The Merchants Inn Time: 7pm Cost: FREE

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WEDNESDAY 13 JULY

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WHERE EAST MEETS WEST Rugby Operatic Society presents a musical extravaganza with a cornucopia of musical delights,

from geographical extremes - the East (the King and I), the West (West Side Story) and all points in between – South Pacific. Plus some old jazz and blues standards. So come fly with us and float off into the blue…..

Venue: The Arnold House Cost: £8 Time: 7pm – 9.30pm Booking: On the door or pre-book on 07881 505558 Audience: ALL

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LET’S DO IT - REINVENTING THE WHEEL An atmospheric evening of poetry and song, taking a lop-sided look at great inventions, discoveries and achievements, with our very special guest poet, Roy Mcfarlane, former Birmingham Poet Laureate, enchanting us with heartfelt poems from his forthcoming collection. Not to be missed!

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WEDNESDAY 13 JULY ANNIE Annie, the timeless musical about a gutsy

orphan who will never give up on her dreams of being reunited with her parents.

Sing along to the famous songs ‘Hard Knock Life’, ‘Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile’ and of course ‘Tomorrow’; this is a heart-warming production not to be missed.

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Venue: The Benn Hall Time: 7.30 pm Cost: Tickets £12, Concessions £10 Booking: Essential 01788 533719 or www.bennhall.com Audience: ALL

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ALEXANDRA ARMS BEER, CIDER & MUSIC FESTIVAL 14th – Wounded Cross – 8pm 15th – Stupid Boots – 8pm 16th – Spitfire BBQ each evening

Venue: Alexandra Arms Time: 12 noon to midnight

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FOOD FAYRE

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A chance to taste, smell and buy some tasty treats from a variety of stalls selling a mouth-watering array of high quality food and drinks.

Venue: Market Place Time: 10am - 4pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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EXHIBITION TOUR OF ‘A LIFE IN PATTERN: THE LIFE & WORKS OF SHEILA BOWNAS’

Join us for a FREE guided tour of this fascinating exhibition about the life of artist and textile designer Sheila Bownas. Guided by Chelsea Cefai, the collector who stumbled across the Bownas archive and has spent the past 6 years bringing it back to life, this tour promises to highlight key areas of the exhibition with lots of behind the scenes anecdotes. Not to be missed!

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: Please arrive ready for a 12 noon start, tours last approx. 30 – 40 minutes Cost: FREE Booking: Each tour is limited to 10 places, please book early to avoid disappointment on 01788 533217 or email visitor.centre@rugby.gov.uk Audience: ALL

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ANNIE Annie, the timeless musical about a gutsy orphan who

will never give up on her dreams of being reunited with her parents. Sing along to the famous songs ‘Hard Knock Life’, ‘Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile’ and of course ‘Tomorrow’; this is a heart-warming production not to be missed.

Venue: The Benn Hall Time: 7.30 pm Cost: Tickets £12, Concessions £10 Booking: Essential on 01788 533719 or www.bennhall.com Audience: ALL

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FROM PAGE TO STAGE A showcase of original short plays from the pens and

keyboards of Rugby Theatre’s own writing group, come a series of new pieces, brought to life by our acting fraternity and performed, this year, in our main house.

The plays have all been written in the last twelve months and one will have recently been performed in a national festival of one-act plays.

Venue: Rugby Theatre Time: 7.30pm Cost: £6 Booking: www.rugbytheatre.co.uk Audience: Suitable for all except very young children

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THURSDAY 14 JULY

AJoinNIGHT AT THE MOULIN ROGUE us for an evening celebration of everything Parisian at our award winning cocktail bar at Café Vin Cinq.

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Venue: BarTwentyFive at Café Vin Cinq Time: 7pm till late Cost: FREE Audience: Over 18

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FRIDAY 15 JULY FIVE FILMS ABOUT ARTISTS – MULTIMEDIA EXHIBITION

Shown in chronological order, the documentaries mark the progression of the filmmaker’s style and approach in representing the lives and works of different artists in and out of Rugby. The films make artistic transgressions from conventional documentary style, while showing a passion for music and an interest in the relationship between art and death.

The night will be presented by Tom and will also exhibit the works of, and performances by, some of the featured artists.

Films/Artists: Huw Janes – Visual Artist, Musician.

Scott Baker – Poet, Multimedia Artist.

Tabea Rude – Clockmaker.

Mike Absalom – Visual Artist, Poet, Musician.

Jonathan Hill - Violin Maker.

Venue: Upstairs in Style Bar Time: 8.30pm till 10.30pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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FRIDAY 15 JULY They say all political careers end in tears. In Gyles Brandreth’s case it’s tears of laughter as the former MP and Government Whip, regular on Just A Minute and longest surviving member of the Countdown team, takes us on a rollicking roller-coaster ride around his amazing world of words.

Host of Radio 4’s Wordaholics, a reporter on The One Show, a survivor on QI, Room 101 and Have I Got News for You, Gyles Brandreth has been fascinated by words since he could walk – and talk. In his new show, Word Play, and the book that goes with it, with words to make you laugh (and even cry) and stories from his years in politics and entertainment, Gyles comes to Rugby to celebrate a lifetime’s love of language.

No hesitation or repetition, but a bit of deviation guaranteed.

Venue: Rugby Theatre Time: 7.30pm Cost: £15 Booking: www.rugbytheatre.co.uk Audience: Suitable for adults

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COCKTAILS & COLOURING A social evening of colouring and cocktails with materials provided!

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Free entrance and materials. Drinks will be available to purchase from the bar.

Venue: Rugby Art Gallery and Museum Time: 5.30pm – 9pm Cost: FREE (drinks must be purchased) Audience: Over 18s only. ID may be required.

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THE SWING MUSEUM 10.30am – 12.pm

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Lively band Modern Classics, Indie,Folk, Covers

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Local singer/guitarist Andy Smith. With a repertoire featuring some of the finest acoustic songs – relaxed and entertaining

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BEHIND THE SETTEE (FEATURING THE WHISTLING DANDIES) 1pm – 2.45 pm

Local singer/songwriter band. Some beautiful songs played by talented young (and not so young) local musicians.

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WARWICKSHIRE POETRY VOICES - FROM PAGE TO PERFORMANCE Come and explore a wide range of classic and contemporary poetry, and discover ways in which

poetry can be read out loud and performed with confidence and ease. This workshop is a perfect introductory session and a great opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills, and find out more about poetry. No previous experience necessary.

Venue: Rugby Library Time: 10am – 12pm Cost: FREE Booking: Essential on 0300 555 8171 or pop into the library Audience: Adults & Teenagers

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SHERLOCK JR. (U) + SHORTS With live soundtrack by Meg Morley

Dir: Buster Keaton, USA 1924, 46 mins This laugh out loud comedy is considered to be among Keaton’s best work with its special effects and elaborate stunts landmarks in motion picture history.

A kindly movie projectionist (Buster Keaton) longs to be a detective. When his fiancée (Kathryn McGuire) is robbed by a local thief (Ward Crane), the poor projectionist is framed for the crime. Using his amateur detective skills, the projectionist follows the thief to the train station - only to find himself locked in a train car.

Disheartened, he returns to his movie theatre, where he falls asleep and dreams that he is the great Sherlock Holmes.

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SATURDAY 16 JULY

THE DIARY OF A WIMPY KID OFFICIAL INTERACTIVE TOUR Based on the global bestselling books, this event is a must for all Diary of a Wimpy Kid fans

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and great family entertainment. Host Alastair Watson brings the books to life with fun activities including The Wimpy Kid Draw-Along and The Wimp Wars Quiz. The event also includes exclusive clips of author Jeff Kinney talking about the books, his involvement in the films and showing how he draws the characters. Books are available to buy on the day and all those who purchase a book will be eligible for it to be stamped with an exclusive Wimpy Kid Show stamp.

Venue: Rugby Theatre Time: 2pm – 3pm Cost: £5 Booking: www.rugbytheatre.co.uk Audience: Family Entertainment suitable for ages 8+

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ART TRAIL GUIDED WALK See page 26 for further information.

Venue: Meet at Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 2pm – 3.15pm Cost: FREE Booking: Please book via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 or search ‘Art Trail Guided Walk’ at www.eventbrite.co.uk Audience: ALL

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RUGBY TOWN GUIDES WALKING TOURS See page 26 for further information.

Venue: Meet at Rugby Visitor Centre Time: 11am – 12 noon Audience: ALL

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ART IN THE CAFÉ Artists from the Rugby & District Art Society show their

work, including Gillian Dakin (textile art), Roger Griffiths (landscape) & Jim Watson (local scenes, topographical views and humour). Plus random artist drop-in sessions see Art Society members at work!

Venue: Café Vin Cinq Time: 11am - 3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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BACK IN TIME FOR BREAKFAST Featuring playful puppetry, interactive sets, imaginative storytelling and much, much more!

See page 35 for further information Venue: Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 11am – 12pm Cost: Standard ticket £5 Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) £18 Booking: Essential via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 Audience: ALL

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SATURDAY 16 JULY

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ALICE THE MUSICAL Welcome to Wonderland,

where all is not entirely as it seems.

A world where dodos can dance, mad Hatters holler and cats eat...cake!

This enchanting Alice in Wonderland musical is a timeless classic, and an all-time family favourite full of colourful, crazy characters and catchy and contagious musical numbers.

Come and join us as we celebrate 150 years of Lewis Carrolls Alice in Wonderland!

Venue: The Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 6.30pm – 8.15pm Doors open 30 minutes before performance.

Cost: £8.50 Adults and £6.50 Concessions (OAP’s & Under 16’s) Booking: www.ash-stage-productions.webs.com Audience: ALL

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THE TWO MIKES The Two Mikes take to the stage and get stuck into each other as old MG mocks the intelligence of his broadcasting buddy while Porky Parry takes his “rotund” pal to task for his lack of parenting skills and his love of kebabs and champagne.

The insults fly while the boys lubricate their bile and banter with a decent glass of something wet and tussle to talk each other down in an explosion of loathing and laughter.

No stone remains unturned from their past lives as Fleet Street executives and no quarter will be given in the battle of the beer bellied bravados as they turn their nightly Talksport show into a no holds barred stage extravaganza.

Venue: Rugby Theatre Time: 7.30pm Cost: £18 Booking: www.rugbytheatre.co.uk Audience: Suitable for adults

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SATURDAY 16 JULY THE SOCIETY SHOW A wide selection of artistic creations by members of

the Rugby & District Art Society, including drawings, paintings, prints and ceramics.

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Venue: The Arnold House Time: 10am - 2.30pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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Venue: Rugby Library Time: 2pm -3pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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ONE WORLD CONCERT Celebrating cultures from around the world, including

Polish choir, Ghanaian singers, Indian and Irish Dancers, instrumentalists and performances from many other countries. Finger food reflecting different cultures also included in the ticket price.

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Venue:Rugby Methodist Church Centre Time: 7pm – 9.30pm Cost: £5 each, £12 for families Booking: Required email rmccoffice95@gmail.com or call Regina 07774 269983 or Miriam 07801 802718 Audience: ALL

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WIND IN THE WILLOWS Join Mole, Ratty, Badger and their ever excitable friend Toad, as they go

on adventures along the riverbank and through the countryside. Not everything in the Wilde Wood is as it should be though. Soon they discover a terrible plot from the Chief Weasel to take Toad Hall for himself.

In order to stop him, they’ll have to work together to stop the villainous weasels from taking control.

Filled with larger than life puppets, songs, dances, interactive sets and a huge heap of adventure, ‘Wind in the Willows’ is sure to delight audience of all ages.

Venue: Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 11am - 12pm.

Cost: Standard tickets £5 Family tickets (2 adults and 2 children) £18 Booking: Essential. Tickets via Rugby Visitor Centre on 01788 533217 Audience: ALL

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SUNDAY 17 JULY

MATILDA (PG) Dir: Danny De Vito, USA 1996, 94 mins

See the world from a kid’s-eye-view with Matilda, a modern fairytale based on Roald Dahl’s muchloved book. Matilda is a super-smart little girl who is woefully misunderstood by her parent, her brother and an evil school headmistress but with the help of a brave best friend and a wonderful teacher, Matilda discovers she doesn’t have to get mad to get even. This hilarious tale of magic and mischief is fun for the whole family.

Venue: The Arnold House Supported by Time: 2pm – 3.45pm Cost: FREE Audience: ALL

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ALICE THE MUSICAL Welcome to Wonderland, where all is not entirely

as it seems. A world where dodos can dance, mad Hatters holler and cats eat...cake! Come and join us as we celebrate 150 years of Lewis Carrolls Alice in Wonderland!

17 JUL

Venue: The Lawrence Sheriff School Time: 6pm – 7.45pm Doors open 30 minutes before performance. (The performances will last for approx. 1hr 45 mins).

Cost: £8.50 Adults and £6.50 Concessions (OAP’s & Under 16’s) Booking: www.ash-stage-productions.webs.com Audience: ALL

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Country House Hotel & The Linden Tree Restaurant Now Open Following extensive renovations the beautiful Edwardian Manor in Catthorpe, just across the A5, re-opened on the 8th February as a bijou country house hotel and restaurant.

With 20 stunning bedrooms, refurbished reception rooms ideal for weddings, fantastic food, an exciting line-up of events and a range of meetings spaces, Catthorpe Manor Estate has a lot to offer.

The Linden Tree Restaurant is open daily offering exquisite dishes, freshly prepared using locally sourced ingredients, for lunch and light bites, Sunday roasts, afternoon tea and à la carte dining.

Discover this spectacular new hotel and restaurant, just 5 miles from Rugby. For more information and reservations contact us on 01788 860599 or email enquiries@catthorpemanor.co.uk.

EVENTS COMING SOON! The Faulty Comedy Dinner Saturday 11th June, 7pm - Midnight Tickets: £38pp 3-course dinner and live entertainment

Accommodation Package: £80pp* Dress Code: Evening Wear & Lounge Suits.

Father’s Day Activities & Summer Crafts Market Sunday 19th June Lunch: 12-2.30pm Activities: 12-4pm, (£6pp) Craft Market: 11am-3.30pm (Free Entry) Accommodation Package: £70pp*

Wind in the Woods Sunday 3rd July, 3pm – 6pm Tickets: £8 per adult Under 12’s: £4 All ticket proceeds will be donated to The Air Ambulance.

Comedy & Curry Friday 23rd September 7pm – 11:30pm Show Only: £13.50pp Show & Curry: £16.50pp Accommodation Package: £58pp*

Autumn Wedding Fair Sunday 2nd October, 12pm – 4pm Entry Free Over 40 different local and national suppliers all under one roof.

Fungi Foraging with Geoff Dann Sunday 16th October 10am – 4pm Tickets: £65pp Accommodation Package: £100pp*

Bridal Fashion Show & Weddings Showcase Wednesday 26th October 7pm - 9.30pm Entry Free Fashion Show begins 8pm

Death at Downtown, Murder Mystery Dinner Saturday 29th October 7pm - Midnight Tickets: £35pp Accommodation Package: £75pp*

Dress Code: Smart / Casual

Dress Code: Wellies & wet weather clothes

Dress Code: Upstairs/Downstairs

Call 01788 860599 for reservations Catthorpe Manor, Lilbourne Lane, Catthorpe, Nr. Lutterworth, Leics, LE17 6DF

CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS Catthorpe Manor offer some of the very best Christmas parties around, with excellent home-cooked, beautifully presented food and only the best and most authentic, professional tribute bands and musicians for entertainment.

Tickets are on sale now.

Book online at www.catthorpemanor.co.uk/events or call 01788 860599.

A Medley of Local Musicians Friday 25th November 6:30pm – Midnight Tickets: £10pp (Available in advance only.)

Dress Code: Smart/Casual An evening of great music from several of the most talented bands in the area.

An Evening of Dirty Dancing Saturday 3rd December 6:30pm – Midnight Tickets: £35pp Accommodation Package: £75pp* Includes 3-course dinner, show & disco.

Dress Code: 50’s Or Party Wear.

Festive Food & Handcrafted Fair Sunday 4th December, 10am – 3pm Fair Entry: Free Santa’s Grotto: £3 per child (Santa’s Grotto open 11am – 2pm) Discover beautiful, unique hand crafted gifts and treats, from over 40 local artists and crafters.

Comedy & Curry at Christmas Thursday 8th December Three Comedians, Curry & Disco 6:30pm – Midnight Show Only: £13.50pp Show & Curry: £16.50pp Accommodation Package: £65pp*

Motown & Mojitos Friday 9th December 6:30pm – Midnight Tickets: £35pp Accommodation Package: £75pp*

Miniskirts & Mistletoe, A Very 60’s Christmas, with The Pre-Fabs Saturday 10th December 6:30pm – Midnight Tickets: £35pp Accommodation Package: £75pp*

Includes 3-course dinner, show & disco. Dress Code: 50’s & 60’s Or Party Wear.

Includes 3-course dinner, show & disco. Dress Code: 60’s Or Christmas Party Wear.

Take@That Friday 16th December 6:30pm – Midnight Tickets: £35pp Accommodation Package: £75pp*

Quo-Incidence Saturday 17th December 6:30pm – Midnight Tickets: £35pp Accommodation Package: £75pp*

Includes 3-course dinner, show & disco. Dress Code: Christmas Party Wear.

Includes 3-course dinner, show & disco. Dress Code: 70’s Or Christmas Party Wear.

Casino Royale Ball, New Year’s Eve 2016 6:30pm - 1am.

Tickets: £85.00 Includes 5-course dinner, drinks on arrival & at midnight, live show, ‘fun’ casino & disco.

Accommodation Package: £130pp* Dress Code: Black Tie

Book online at www.catthorpemanor.co.uk

*Accommodation packages include the event ticket and are based on two guests sharing a bronze double bedroom.

For upgrade prices or for single supplements please contact the Manor on LE17 017886DF 860599.

Catthorpe Manor, Lilbourne Lane, Catthorpe, Nr. Lutterworth, Leics,

We’ve made Rugby town centre so much better! Cleaner, safer and friendlier. Rugby now offers you an improved, more pleasurable shopping experience. Many of your favourite high street shops, our fantastic independent stores and service, makes Rugby a great town for a fantastic day’s shopping.

There’s just so much happening in Rugby town centre!..

Among our many other claims to fame we are the home of Rugby football. Why not celebrate Rugby’s heritage and culture by attending one of the festival events or visiting one of our renowned restaurants, cafés or bars. Rugby really is the place to relax with friends.

Rugby offers its shoppers, visitors and residents a town full of charm and heritage.

Rugby really is the place to enjoy and discover.

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RUGBY VISITOR CENTRE ... HELPUL, FRIENDLY AND WELCOMING

l Local information l Accommodation enquiries l Places to visit l Event booking and information Rugby Visitor Centre, Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, Little Elborow Street, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 3BZ

Tel: 01788 533217 visitor.centre@rugby.gov.uk

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Further information from Rugby Visitor Centre

Tel: 01788 533217 Email: visitor.centre@rugby.gov.uk

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