Spring 2023 Crossword Clues – My Favourite Things

Across

1. High Street café near Shanklin Theatre (6, 6)

6. Tepid (4)

8. Insect’s defence system randomly bit genes (3, 5)

9. Dazzling; intelligent (6)

10. Parcels (8)

12. Meat and pastry food item (4, 3)

14. Movable panels in old style windows (6)

15. Precipitation (9)

20. Thaw (4)

21. See 37 down

24. Thinly sliced meat, coated and fried (9)

25. Food that could be eons old (7)

27. Rustled up a dessert (7)

31. Curved; rounded (6)

33. Pleasant; attractive (4)

34. Paul McCartney’s solo band (5)

35. Composer hiding in hotel garage (5)

36. Trademark (abbreviation) (2)

38. Day before (3)

39. Metallic ringers that produce a festive jingle (6, 5)

40. Stain spoiled material (5)

1. Potato snack (5)

2. Tavern (3)

3. Short, protective hairs on lids (9)

4. Young cats (7)

5. Thong man oddly gets robe (4)

6. Long, projecting animal hairs (8)

7. Fingerless gloves (7)

9. Snooker ball worth four points (5)

11. Taps limb to control by magic (5)

13. Clothes; decorates (7)

16. 2 Down Landlord, __ Murray (2)

17. Scratchy part of Puccini Tchaikovsky collaboration (4)

18. Cream’s debut single in 1966, Wrapping _____ (5)

19. See 37 down

22. Money we raised for nut (6)

23. 1978 war film starring Richard Burton and Roger Moore (4, 5)

26. Song from 37, 19, 21 (2-2-2)

28. Popular Cadbury’s selection box launched in 1938 (5)

29. Seasonal Coldplay song Christmas ______ (6)

30. Season synonymous with a ‘’leap’’ year? (6)

31. Played a role (5)

32. One eating (5)

33. Nasty odour sniffed eagerly, initially with this (4)

37. 19 down and 21 across. Inspiration for this crossword (3, 5, 2, 5)

Christmas Reflections – 2022

Christmas Breakfast Club

On the 15th of December, the well known Breakfast Club took place in the theatre’s Green Room. Hosted by our wonderful Volunteer Catering Team led by Dorothy Coleman. All attending had an incredibly special visitor too, namely, St Nick – AKA, Ray Scott…..

December Coffee, Cake & Christmas Carols and (another) Visit from Santa

On Saturday 3rd December, we were joined by members of the ‘Just Sing’ choir that added many festive ‘notes’ to our monthly Coffee gathering.

Our special VIP guest also made his journey all the way from the North Pole and joined in on the festivities. It was great to see so many people attend on the morning.

Thank you for your continued support of Shanklin Theatre, it's very much appreciated. Our sincerest thanks go to the 'Just Sing' choir for attending the morning and making it special. Many thanks also to our Catering Team, all the Theatre Volunteers and FOST committee members for making this happen. www.friendsofshanklintheatre.co.uk

Christmas Tree Festival 2022

The annual Isle of Wight Christmas Tree Festival took place at the Isle of Wight Pearl along the Military Road. All the trees were put up and decorated by local organisations & businesses to raise funds for local charities including our own – FOST Christmas Tree.

‘The display is quite marvellous, but I have to say (without being biased, of course) that the Friends of Shanklin Theatre Christmas Tree was simply the best - an exceptionally good 'all-rounder' I would suggest!’ https://www.iowpearl.co.uk/ Left – Jane Robert & Jacqui Robertson preparing the FOST Christmas Tree

Our thanks go to our dedicated volunteers for their splendid work in making this happen.

Delysia Farm Christmas Hamper

Diane and John Day are keen supporters of Shanklin Theatre, and they generously organised a Christmas Raffle in aid of The Friends of

Shanklin Theatre running up to Christmas Day. The hamper was packed with luxury local and handmade products from their Delysia Farm shop, plus a £25 Theatre Voucher.

The draw took place on Friday 23rd December and raised an amazing £200. A special thank you goes to John and Diane Day for organising it and generously donating the items, and to all the customers of the farm shop who bought a ticket.

Delysia Farm can be found at Carpenters Road, Brading, PO36 0QA (next to OASIS), the shop is open 10am - 5pm Tuesday – Saturday.

Shanklin Theatre was ready to put its customers in a festive mood!

Many thanks go to Chris Gardner for setting up the architecture lights and all the volunteers who decked up the outside planters, Foyer, Box Office, Bar, Confectionary Shop and the Map Room.

Host a Coffee Morning

Could you host a Coffee Morning in aid of Shanklin Theatre?

At £2 per person you only need to invite 5 friends to raise a terrific £10 for the theatre! If you fancy giving it a go, or would like any information, please contact our Fundraising officer – Veronica Bingham.

FOSTfundraising@shanklintheatre.com

Fost Patrons

The FOST committee recognises the value of the support of our FOST Patrons and would like to express their gratitude by offering them additional benefits. Printed FOST ‘StageWrite’ Newsletter - Patrons who normally receive ‘Stage-Write’ via email may choose to have a printed copy delivered to them. Patrons’ Social Evening - A biennial event for FOST Patrons will be organised at the Theatre in recognition of their contribution. The next Patrons’ evening will be on Mon 25th September (not 17th April 2023 as previously mentioned) – More details to follow. If you wish to upgrade your membership to Patron (£25/year or more), just email: FOSTmembership@shanklintheatre.com

We are recruiting: Shanklin Theatre Computer Support Volunteer

Shanklin Theatre makes use of computers running Microsoft Windows for Office and other applications, including Outlook email, Word and Excel.

Due to growth of the Theatre’s IT applications, an additional volunteer is required with responsibility for supporting Theatre computers. Duties will include:

▪ New computer selection

▪ Initial computer configuration - Windows installation followed by Office and other applications

▪ Management of Theatre email addresses and user accounts

▪ SharePoint/OneDrive configuration and support

▪ Supporting Theatre staff and volunteers use of computers

Hours are on an as-required basis. A laptop will be provided.

If interested in the position, contact IT@shanklintheatre.com

Grand Prize Draw Winners – 7th January 2023

The Draw took place in the theatre in the presence of FOST committee members.

1st Janice Horobin £500 Shanklin 1478

2nd Mrs Ah Tah Diana Ma £200 London 3249

3rd Valerie Phillips £100 Lake 2382

4th Mr Max Ringland £75 Braintree 3964

5th Angela Smith £75 Ryde 1653

6th Mr Joseph Whitting £50 Ryde 3249

7th Mrs Ann Freeman £50 Freshwater 0204

FOST Show Discounts

DON’T MISS OUT ON SHOWS WITH FOST DISCOUNTS!

One FOST member can book up to 4 tickets at FOST price

FOST tickets can’t be purchased online – purchase can be completed by phoning the Box Office (01983 868000) or in person

FOST Membership can be renewed or bought on day of purchase by phoning the Box Office (01983 868000).

More details on the theatre’s website - www.shanklin theatre.com

Ukrainian National Opera Presents Madama Butterfly

Thursday 30th March 2023 at 7.30pm

Ticket: £37

FOST: £34

Included £1 booking fee

Coldplace

Saturday 1st July 2023 at 7.30pm

Adult: £25.50

Concession: £23.50

FOST: £23.50

Included £1 booking fee

The Very Best of Tommy

Cooper

Sunday 16th July 2023 at 7.30pm

Adult: £21

Concession: £19

FOST: £19

Included £1 booking fee

Jive Talkin perform The Bee

Gees

Friday 18th August 2023 at 7.30pm

Ticket: £24.50

FOST: £22

Included £1 booking fee

Sh!t Faced Shakespeare present Much Ado About Nothing

Wednesday 11th October at 7.30pm

Adult: £25

Concession: £22

FOST: £22

Included £1 booking fee

Springtime 2023 Crossword Answers by Matt

Stage Write Crossword Spring 2023 Answers

ACROSS

1. Copper Kettle 6. Warm 8. Bee Sting 9. Bright 10. Packages 12. Pork Pie 14. Sashes 15. Raindrops 20. Melt 21. Of Music 24. Schnitzel

25. Noodles 27. Strudel 31. Arched 33. Nice 34. Wings 35. Elgar 36. TM 38. Eve 39. Sleigh Bells 40. Satin

DOWN

1. Crisp 2. Pub 3. Eyelashes 4. Kittens 5. Toga 6. Whiskers 7. Mittens

9. Brown 11. Charm 13. Dresses 16. Al 17. Itch 18. Paper 19. Sound 22. Cashew 23. Wild Geese 26. Do-Re-Mi 28. Roses 29. Lights 30. Spring 31. Acted 32. Diner 33. Nose 37. The

All answers in bold feature in the lyrics of My Favourite Things from The Sound Of Music as does the hidden phrase ‘’cream coloured ponies’’.

Answers to Gwyn’s Springtime Quiz

1. ELO

2. Paul Young

3. Chris McCausland

4. Kast Off Kinks

5. Nagasaki

6. June Field

7. Fleetwood Mac

8. The Manfreds

9. Richard and Karen

10. Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein

Fost Corporate Sponsors

FOST Corporate sponsors are businesses passionate about the theatre who support it with their Corporate membership. In return, their company is advertised in our FOST website which is open to anyone, and our FOST newsletter circulated to over 650 members from the Isle of Wight and beyond. Corporate membership is £100 a year.

Welcome To Our New Fost Corporate Sponsor

Clive Thorogood provides Building Surveying services for residential and commercial clients in the following areas: West London, Surrey, Berkshire, West Sussex, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight.

Clive Throrogood Building Surveying Ltd

Delysia Farmshop

Products at Delysia Farm are arguably as fresh as you can get with owner John Day catching, growing, smoking, and preparing the vast majority of it himself. On display you will find freshly laid duck, goose and chicken eggs including rare Araucana eggs, handpicked fruit and vegetables mostly home grown; seasonal meats and game; plus, John’s own freshly caught crab and lobster.

The Village Inn

Independent family run free house Church Road, Shanklin PO37 6NU

Traditional thatched pub in the centre of Shanklin old village, serving real ales, good homemade food and locally caught crab and lobster in a warm and cosy atmosphere.

Pretty enclosed courtyard garden to the rear. Live easy listening music from local talent

The Snowdon House

A Visit England –Silver Award 4-star guest house situated just some 100 metres away from the spectacular cliff walk and views of Sandown Bay.

Sally & Michael Beston – Resident proprietors since 2001. http://www.thesnowdonhotel.co.uk/ https://www.ronbirdandson.com/ tldesignworks is an Isle of Wight based web design & development company with a mixed portfolio of Island centric websites and mainland websites. https://www.tldesignworks.co.uk/

Ron Bird & Son offer a high quality and affordable piano tuning service across the Isle of Wight and Southern England.

Jane Oliver, Educational Consultant, can assist schools with all aspects of behaviour management, based on sound practical experience and theoretical knowledge. Contact details and services can be found on this website: http://www.janecoliver.co.uk/ https://www.thecliftonshanklin.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/FirstAct2011/ Island Webservices is an Isle of Wight based web design and hosting company. We make search engine friendly, quick to load web sites that are accessible and easy to use on all devices. https://www.islandwebservices.co.uk/

The Clifton: Brimming with coastal charm, this oasis of calm is perched perfectly on Shanklin's clifftop; it's the home from home where you can make yourself comfortable in one of 15 individually designed bedrooms.

Shanklin Theatre provides a great home for First Act Theatre Group (a theatre group for people with learning disabilities).

November 2022 - £726.55 - 14 shows

December 2022 - £1156.58 - 23 shows

January 2023 - £155.39 - 1 show.

Comedy stars from TV, Ed Gamble and Ardal O’Hanlon, appeared for the first time, raising £60 and £71, respectively.

Returning on the 23rd of November, Michael Portillo raised £119 with his entertaining presentation.

Star of Les Mis and Phantom, John Owen-Jones was excellent - and an artist not to be missed next time!

Various Tribute Acts played some great popular music with Talon raising over £150.

Annual productions from local groups Spotlight, First Act, Ventnor Theatre Group and Theatre Train were well-supported.

Three performances of Hound of the Baskervilles were staged as a radio play and the unusual setting was enjoyed by everyone. £60 was raised.

Full houses for Spotlight’s new style Pantomime, Cinderella, raised a whopping £1311 and took us into 2023!!

The Spring Brochure is out now.

See you at the theatre, Buckets at the ready!

Alana Bird

Event Dates for your Diary

Coffee, Cake and Chat at the Theatre

• Sat 4th March 10am-12noon

• Sat 1st April 10am-12noon

• Sat 29th April 10am-12noon – Extra

CCC

• Sat 6th May – No CCC as Coronation

Day

• Sat 3rd June 10am-noon - All Welcome – Bring a friend!

Interested in volunteering? Just drop in!

Historic Map Room - Theatre History Video –Theatre Souvenirs

Buy or collect your show tickets at the Box Office

Isle of Wight Steam Railway Festival Of Transport 2023

Havenstreet - Sunday 21st May

10am-4pm - FOST Stand

Festival of Transport » 21 May 2023 (iwsteamrailway.co.uk)

FOST AGM

Monday 22nd May

More details near the time.

Garden Party at the Clifton in award winning gardens

Sunday 11th June - More details near the time

Isle of Wight

Accommodation, B&B

Holidays, Clifton Hotel

Shanklin (thecliftonshanklin.co.uk)