GUIDE SEPT - DEC 2014
WELCOME TO OUR AUTUMN EVENTS GUIDE 2014. We are thrilled to present another diverse and entertaining programme of live music, theatre and guest speakers as the evenings draw in. A host of new names to The Grand stage include the Aynsley Lister Band, Dervish, Capercaillie, Mr Scruff and The Searchers. Through our partnership with Root Music and the Band on the Wall, we are also excited to welcome jazz pianist Bill Laurance from the globally renowned Snarky Puppy and the much talked about Hackney Colliery Band.
Theatre and pantomime from Saltmine and Ribcaged will be supplemented with a new season of broadcasts from the National Theatre. Please keep an eye on our website for further programme updates. The Grand’s audience continues to grow and as ever we thank you for your continued support.
Continuing the theme of some highly successful ‘evening with’ events earlier this year, we look forward to an enlightening evening with wildlife and comedy celebrity Bill Oddie, and a more reflective one with local soldier Rick Clement as we close in on Remembrance Day in November. We follow the hugely successful night with Craig Charles with another Manchester DJ legend, Mr Scruff, who will be spinning a four-hour set in October.
INFORMATION The Grand is a registered charity (no 1111102) focused on providing opportunities to the youth of the Ribble Valley as well as offering a broad-based arts programme for the region. 2
The Solomon Project is advocating the needs of some of Kenya’s poorest children. It works in partnership with Mary’s Meals, providing meals to chronically hungry children in their local school. By using local produce and utilising community volunteers, it costs just £17 per year to feed one child in school. You can easily donate to The Solomon Project when purchasing tickets, just add a donation to your basket when booking online or speak to our box office team. Thank you.
BOOKING SERVICE The Grand charges a small booking fee of £1.50 per transaction (not ticket). This helps us deliver our arts programme as well as our wider outreach work. Buying tickets directly from The Grand is always cheaper than external ticket agencies. AFFINITY SCHEME Frequent attendees will save money with a Grand Affinity card, available at The Grand Box Office for £25 per year (Renewals are charged at £20). Affinity cards give you 10% off 2 tickets to highlighted events as well as discounted entry to The Grand’s weekly Lunchtime Live sessions. OTHER INFORMATION Ticket Booking By phone 01200 421599 Online www.thegrandvenue.co.uk In person Tuesday - Saturday 9-5pm CONCESSIONS Where stated concessions are available for children (u18), students (with valid ID) and adults (over 60). REFUNDS We regret that The Grand cannot refund tickets once they have been paid for unless the event has been cancelled. ACCESS The Grand’s main entrance on York Street is ramped and a lift gives access to all levels. An induction loop is provided throughout the venue. Visitors to the venue can use this by switching their hearing aid to the “T” position. Please give us notice if you are accompanied by a guide dog.
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SEPT 2ND __LFN: The Railway Man 4TH __NT Live: Medea 5TH __G2 Genesis 6TH __SoulTrain + DJs
13TH __Roy Orbison + Friends 19TH __Aynsley Lister Band 23RD __Saltmine: Amazing Grace 24TH __Dervish
26TH__Family Fun Night 27TH__Ribble Valley Mod Weekender 28TH__Heaven in the Afternoon
11TH __Big Night Out II: Roller Music 12TH __FUEL 14TH __LFN: Grand Budapest Hotel 15TH __An Evening with Bill Oddie 18TH __Limehouse Lizzy + Good Foxy
24TH __Mr Scruff DJ Set 25TH __Rick Thorne 26TH __Heaven in the Afternoon 29TH __An Evening with Rick Clement 30TH __NT Live: Frankenstein
15TH __BE MY BAND: Half Term Report 19TH __Wishbone Ash 21ST __#Fuse 22ND __Absolute Bowie
28TH __Hackney Colliery Band 29TH __From the Jam 30TH __Heaven in the Afternoon
13TH __The Searchers 14TH __Beauty and the Beast 14TH __Drop the Floor + Guests 15TH __The Grand Choir Performance 18TH __Streetfeet Christmas Show
17TH __Swing Commanders 19TH __Christmas Party Night 20TH __ABBA Reunion 22ND __Good Foxy Christmas Party
OCT 1ST __BRAG: Careers Conference 3RD __Rosemary Conley Lunch 4TH __Son Yambu Salsa Night 5TH __Grand Wedding Fayre 8TH __Bill Laurance Project 10TH __Ashley Hutchings & Ken Nicol
NOV 1ST __Harp & A Monkey WWI Night 4TH __LFN: The Book Thief 7TH __Livewire AC/DC 9TH __Animals & Friends with Steve Cropper
DEC 2ND __LFN: Walking on Sunshine 5TH __Cherry Ghost & Guests 6TH __Backstage PASS Showcase 6TH __Capercaillie 9TH __NT Live: John 12TH __The South 4
* Information correct at time of print, programme may be subject to change.
REGULAR CLASSES & COURSES
YOUTH
MON - THUR - BE MY BAND
COMMUNITY MONDAYS - THE GRAND CHOIR
The Grand’s music tuition project is aimed at young people who want to improve their musicianship while playing in a band. Led by experienced musicians (and music teachers) Roo Walker and Marc Winstanley, the course runs over a 12-week period. In addition to weekly hour-long rehearsals, the course features master classes for each musical discipline and an opportunity for all the bands to perform at an exciting showcase on The Grand’s main stage in front of friends and family.
The well established Grand Choir meets in the Auditorium every Monday (from 7pm to 9pm). Led by experienced vocal coach and music tutor Olivia Mason, the Choir performs at The Grand twice a year and occasionally in other venues. Sessions are £4 per week. To join, or for more information, please contact Geraldine Woodworth (geraldine.woodworth@thegrandvenue.co.uk).
TUESDAYS - FILM CLUB
New participants are welcomed to the ‘Come Dancing’ Beginners Class, which starts at 9.30am every Wednesday morning. Led by our experienced instructor Victoria Heys, The Grand has seen this vibrant session develop well over the years but the dancefloor is always ready to embrace new people. Beginners Class (9.30am-10.30am); Improvers (10.30am12 noon). Sessions are £5 for one session or £6 (for both sessions, inc refreshments). All ages welcome and no partner necessary. Please contact The Grand for more information and ask for Joanne (01200 421599), or email hello@thegrandvenue.co.uk.
Film is a uniquely powerful medium, that can introduce young people to a wider world while promoting better learning, improved social and communication skills. Hosted by The Grand for local High Schools in partnership with IntoFilm. 4pm-6pm, term time. No entrance charge.
THURSDAYS - STREETFEET This long established weekly ‘Streetdance’ session is open to young people from the age of 2-16 year olds. The sessions are led by qualified instructor Tina, of Sparkle Academy and take place on Thursdays. Each term concludes with a stage show for friends and family at the end of each term. Optional dance exams are also offered. £4 per session. 2-5yrs: 4.30pm-5pm / 6-8yrs: 5.15pm-6pm 9-11 yrs: 6-7pm / 12-14 yrs: 7-8pm / 14+ 8-9pm streetfeet@thegrandvenue.co.uk
SATURDAYS - BACKSTAGE PASS The Grand’s Stage School Backstage P.A.S.S develops all round performers, with expert tuition in Singing, Acting and Dancing. It is dedicated to inspiring and developing talent in young people from ages 4 - 16 Info: bsp@thegrandvenue.co.uk. BSP Main School - Ages 7 - 16 (9am-12pm / 12 weeks)
WEDNESDAYS - COME DANCING
THURSDAYS - SNUGGLE & SING / BUMPS & BABIES Our auditorium is the domain of babies and parents on Thursdays. The ‘Snuggle and Sing’ session includes music, singing and sensory play, promoting language development and communication skills. The popularity of these sessions has now resulted in us now running two sessions concurrently. The first session (for parents and babies) runs from 9.30am and the second session (for toddlers) begins at 10.30am. £2 per child This is followed by Bumps & Babies, a social organised by the National Childbirth Trust, where parents and parents-to-be get together over coffee and cake in a relaxed atmosphere. 5 5
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Through your support we can provide meals and an education to those in need.
EVENTS
Thank you.
LADIES FILM NIGHT
THE RAILWAY MAN TUES 2 SEPT
DOORS 7PM (INC. 2-COURSE MEAL) £14.50 ADV
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Based on his best-selling memoir, The Railway Man tells the extraordinary and epic true story of Eric Lomax, a British Army officer who is tormented as a prisoner of war at a Japanese labour camp during World War II. Decades later, Lomax discovers that the Japanese interpreter he holds responsible for much of his treatment is still alive and sets out to confront him, and his haunting past. Starring Colin Firth, Jeremy Irvine, and Nicole Kidman, the film is a powerful tale of survival, love and redemption.
THEATRE BROADCAST
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: MEDEA THUR 4 SEPT DOORS 6.30PM START 7PM
£15 ADV / £12.50 CONCS (UNRESERVED SEATING) Terrible things breed in broken hearts. Medea is a wife and a mother. For the sake of her husband, Jason, she’s left her home and borne two sons in exile. But when he abandons his family for a new life, Medea faces banishment and separation from her children. Cornered, she begs for one day’s grace. It’s time enough. She exacts an appalling revenge and destroys everything she holds dear. Helen McCrory (The Last of the Haussmans) takes the title role in Euripides’ powerful tragedy, in a new version by Ben Power, directed by Carrie Cracknell, with music written by Will Gregory and Alison Goldfrapp.
ROCK / POP
G2 GENESIS FRI 5 SEPT
DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £16.50 ADV (UNRESERVED SEATING)
SOUL
THE SOULTRAIN SAT 6 SEPT DOORS / DJ 7PM STAGE 8PM £12 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION)
The superb G2 Definitive Genesis recreate the four-man era of Genesis, playing their catalogue from across the 1970s. Peter Gabriel has just left and a barely known Phil Collins stepped up the microphone. Always supported by an enthusiastic audience of loyal followers, G2 recall the days of tambourine tarantellas, drum duets, Mellotrons and double necks.
From the heartland of Northern Soul, comes the premier live act recreating all the greatest anthems from Wigan Casino, The Twisted Wheel and Blackpool Mecca along with classic Sixties Soul hits. With authentic arrangements featuring the blistering sound of The Union Pacific Horns, The SoulTrain is an experience like no other, so get on down and out on the floor... 11 7
ROCK / POP
BARRY STEELE: ROY ORBISON & FRIENDS SAT 13 SEPT DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £20 ADV (UNRESERVED SEATING) The brilliant Barry Steele returns with his all live spectacular Multi Media Tribute to The Big O, featuring classic Orbison hits from the 60s right through to the late 80s. Using both original and film footage from the era, and backed by his fabulous band, Barry Steele will bring the life and character of Roy Orbison back, with his trademark dark rimmed glasses, soaring vocals and Orbison style. Add to the mix special star guest tributes and you have yourself a spectacular fusion of good old “Rock n Roll” and contemporary musical genius all on one stage.
BLUESOUL
AYNSLEY LISTER BAND FRI 19 SEPT
DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £12.50 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION) When explosive natural ability collides with fiery, emotionally charged compositions, the result is Aynsley Lister; an incredible guitarist whose brand of blues-based rock delivers contemporary song writing fuelled with the kind of heart and soul that’s missing from so much modern music. With over 100,000 albums sold, lashings of critical acclaim and years of high profile touring, Lister’s resumé speaks for itself and firmly secures his position as a leading light in the resurgence of British blues-infused music.
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SALTMINE THEATRE
WE ARE THE MUSIC MAKERS...
JOHN NEWTON: AMAZING GRACE TUE 23 SEPT DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.30PM £8 ADV / £4 CONCS (UNRESERVED SEATING) Press-ganged into the navy at nineteen, flogged for desertion and torn from the girl he loves, John Newton feels he has nothing to live for. Making his way into the harsh world of the eighteenth century transatlantic slave trade, he makes his living as an abusive trafficker of human flesh. He is a man beyond redemption, making enemies of all he meets, on his way to hell. Then one stormy night, with his ship going down, he faces certain death...and nothing is the same again. This is a powerfully moving story of slavery, freedom and the remarkable power of love and grace to transform a life.
FOLK
DERVISH WED 24 SEPT DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £15 ADV (UNRESERVED SEATING)
County Sligo’s finest export, Dervish are one of the great bands ever to have come out of Ireland and in 2014 celebrate 25 years together. Fronted by singer Cathy Jordan, regarded by many as the most distinctive voice in Irish traditional music today, the line-up of fiddle, flute, bouzouki, mandola, bodhran and accordion draw from seemingly limitless depths of talent, finesse, subtlety and fiery energy.
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MOD
RIBBLE VALLEY MOD WEEKENDER SAT 27 SEPT
DOORS 6PM 1ST ACT 7PM £16 ADV
NOW SOLD OUT
Mod legends Secret Affair headline this year’s annual Ribble Valley Mod Weekender main stage at The Grand. Support comes from The Shade and The Jam Collective, with DJ sets in-between the bands. The Ribble Valley Mod Weekender now in its fourth year, has gained a fine reputation and there will once again be hundreds of scooters descending on Clitheroe as the market town welcomes a cavalcade of mods to enjoy the live music and atmosphere over the weekend. Live Music, DJs, Merchandise stalls, Food Stalls and Custom Show Trophies will appear at various venues in the town making this a weekend to remember!
FAMILY
FAMILY FUN NIGHT FRI 26 SEPT
4.30PM - 6.30PM £4 ADV (INCLUDES FOOD)
Join us after school on a Friday for an evening of fun, games, arts activities and competitions. Each month carries a different theme and we warmly invite families to participate, socialise and eat together in our family friendly venue.
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BE MY BAND One of The Grand’s flagship youth projects has seen almost 70 young people join bands, learn songs and play shows. Led by our experienced session music tutors and performers Roo Walker and Marc Winstanley, Be My Band is all about giving young people the opportunity to perform in a group. It’s about feeling the experience of performing on stage in front of an audience. Be My Band has proved a great vehicle for young people to increase their musicianship, confidence and self-expression. It also provides an opportunity to take home practice into a real environment. Supervised rehearsal sessions take place weekly – on either Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evenings - and at the end of 12 weeks, participants get the opportunity to play in front of an audience from The Grand stage on a specially arranged showcase event in front of the general public. This
term we will also host an extra show night in November featuring all the bands on the scheme in one night. Groups from Be My Band are also now beginning to be selected for other performances at The Grand in support of some established names in the rock and pop world. Be My Band currently has a limited number of vacancies (Bass / Guitar and Vocals). For more information about joining Be My Band, contact the Grand Box Office and talk to Joanne (01200 421599 – reception@thegrandvenue.co.uk The autumn terms begin Monday September 8th.
BACKSTAGE PASS The Grand’s very own performing arts stage school, Backstage P.A.S.S, develops all round performers, combining expert tuition in Acting, Singing and Dance with master classes run by industry professionals; ensuring students are able to explore and develop their skills in a vast range of creative and performing arts fields. Backstage P.A.S.S is committed to inspiring and developing talent and confidence in young people across the ages of 4-16, with two dedicated schools – B.S.P Main School (7-16 years) which runs both term time and as a Summer School and B.S.P Little Stars (4-6 years) which runs as both an Easter and a Summer holiday club. For further information please contact bsp@thegrandvenue. co.uk or call The Grand on 01200 421599. 11 11 30
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FAYRE
WEDDING FAYRE SUN 5 OCTOBER 11AM - 4PM COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY
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In association with Andrew Hale Photographers, The Grand hosts a regional wedding fair with a difference, featuring a catwalk of bridal wear, live music and a number of stalls from local contributors to create the perfect wedding day.
HIRE
THE GRAND LIVE MUSIC | THEATRE CHARITY | CONFERENCE SCHOOLS | WEDDINGS
The Grand is a perfect venue for your private event - with our state of the art technical facilities, rehearsal spaces, versatile auditorium and our modern conference suite, we are sure it will suit any requirements. Our friendly and experienced staff can assist in providing a range of support services to accompany your event such as technical assistance, marketing support, bespoke event catering and ticketing services.
We can cater for a range of events such as live music shows, theatre productions, charity fundraisers, conferences, book and product launches, school events, exhibitors and even Wedding receptions. If you would like to make a private hire enquiry please contact our Events team on 01200 421599 or email The Grand at hello@thegrandvenue.co.uk Please note: We regret it is not possible to hire the Grand for birthday parties.
Interested in an alternative wedding venue offering something distinctively different for your special celebration? The Grand is a perfect choice for those in search of a Wedding Venue with a difference! Our beautiful contempory venue boasts ďŹ rst-rate music facilities, a private bar and bespoke catering options along with total exclusivity for a truly memorable wedding celebration here in the heart of the Ribble Valley. We offer a limited number of dates for Wedding celebrations to ensure you are provided with the best possible service and your wedding day is unique and unlike any other. We can cater for wedding celebrations of up to 250 guests in our outsanding main auditorium, where you’ll have a day to remember! To make an enquiry or an appointment to discuss your requirements please contact our dedicated Wedding co-ordinator Becca on 01200 421599 or by email: becca.porter@thegrandvenue.co.uk.
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LADIES LUNCH THEATRE BROADCAST A special ????? ladies luncheon is arranged
ROSEMARY BOLSHOI BALLET: at The Grand with guest speaker CONLEYLOST (TALK) ILLUSIONS Rosemary Conley CBE, the UK’s SUN 2 FEB FRI 3 OCTOBER 12PM - 2PM
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£15 ADV Includes 2-course lunch.
CUBAN SALSA NIGHT
SON YAMBU (LIVE) + WORKSHOP SAT 4 OCTOBER DOORS 7PM BAND ON STAGE 9PM £12.50 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION) The Grand, in association with Sweet Salsa, presents this Cuban salsa spectacular featuring a night of dancing and incredible live music from one of the best British-based Cuban bands there is. Son Yambu play authentic ‘Son Cubano’ - the essential Afro-Cuban music that originated in the streets of eastern Cuba. Son is a fusion of Spanish and African rhythms and is the root of all salsa music. Sweet Salsa teachers Julia Rice and Steve Marsden will warm up the audience with a lesson in basic salsa steps leading into ‘Rueda de Casino’ aka Cuban Wheel lesson. Great fun and easy for participants to join in.
JAZZ
THE BILL LAURANCE PROJECT WED 8 OCT £15 ADV DOORS 7.15PM STAGE 8PM In association with Band on the Wall and Root Music (UNRESERVED SEATING)
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Original member of the internationally acclaimed Snarky Puppy, Grammy Award winning pianist Bill Laurance released his debut album/DVD Flint in May to rave reviews. The live show features Snarky Puppy’s own Michael League (Bass) and Robert ‘Sput’ Searight (Drums) plus a string quartet. This long awaited project brings together classical and jazz in a brilliantly original and exciting new context.
FOLK
ASHLEY HUTCHINGS & KEN NICOL FRI 10 OCT
£14.50 ADV DOORS 7.15PM STAGE 8PM
These two veritable gentlemen of folk/rock music have a distinguished CV as leading members of both Steeleye Span and the Albion Band. See them up close and personal on an evening high on musicianship, storytelling and camaraderie.
(UNRESERVED SEATING)
ROCK / POP
BIG NIGHT OUT II: ROLLER MUSIC / ROTHWELL & SPECIAL GUESTS SAT 11 OCT £5 ADV
Big Night Out is a vehicle to showcase some of the best breaking bands from throughout the North West. The first one in June was a roaring success and we welcome Big Night Out II with another eclectic line-up, for full lineup details see separate publicity or visit our website.
DOORS 7PM (GENERAL ADMISSION)
LADIES FILM NIGHT
THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL TUE 14 OCT
£14.50 ADV (2-COURSE MEAL) DOORS 7PM
The Grand Budapest Hotel tells of a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars and his friendship with a young employee who becomes his trusted protégé. The story involves the theft and recovery of a priceless Renaissance painting, the battle for an enormous family fortune and the slow and then sudden upheavals that transformed Europe during the first half of the 20th century.
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TALK
AN EVENING WITH BILL ODDIE WED 15 OCT DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £15 ADV (UNRESERVED SEATING)
ROCK / POP
LIMEHOUSE LIZZY + GOOD FOXY SAT 18 OCT
DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £14 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION)
Bill Oddie has established a reputation as one of Britain’s most respected ornithologists and conservationists and will also be taking a colourful look back at his career in television as both an actor and presenter. Throughout the 70s and 80s, Oddie was best known from the comedy series The Goodies and since then his many wildlife programmes made him a household name. In the recent BBC series of Who Do You Think You Are?, Oddie traced some of his family roots to the Ribble Valley villages of Chatburn and Grindleton. The Grand is delighted to host an evening with Britain’s most favourite twitcher.
Renowned for an action-packed pyrotechnic-fuelled explosion of a show, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. The band have also added a tribute into their show to ex-Thin Lizzy guitarist Gary Moore who sadly passed in 2011. Attention to detail, playful audience interaction and that all important X-factor that leaves you with the feeling of witnessing the real thing have led to their performance being described as “beyond tribute”, by both audience and critics alike.
DJ/DANCE
MR SCRUFF - 4HR DJ NIGHT FRI 24 OCT
DOORS 7.30PM £12.50 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION) Hot on the heels of our sell-out DJ date with Craig Charles, we welcome the inimitable Mr Scruff, one of Manchester’s best loved musical exports. Renowned for his legendary marathon DJ sets, (seen annually at the local Beatherder Festival), Mr Scruff plays across the board, flitting between soul, funk, hip hop, jazz, reggae, latin, african, ska, disco, house, funk, breaks, soundtracks and loads more.
ROCK / POP
RICK THORNE (US) + SPECIAL GUESTS SAT 25 OCT
£6 ADV (LIVE SHOW) £8 ADV (SHOW & BMX COMP) £4 ADV (BMX COMP ONLY) - Advance tickets advised DOORS 7PM Rick Thorne is one of the most recognisable icons in all action sports and youth culture. He is an XGames Professional BMX Rider, actor, musician, TV and radio host and Action Sports Hall Of Famer. The host of Tony Hawk’s arena tour (as well as his voice-over on all Tony Hawk’s video games), Rick will be in town providing a BMX demo at The Grand’s skatepark (Clitheroe Castle grounds) in the afternoon followed by this evening show with his band, supported by two great local acts.
HALF-TERM FAMILY FUN WEEK - 27 - 31 OCT See separate publicity for details. WW1 NIGHT
RICK CLEMENT - A SOLDIER’S JOURNEY WED 29 OCT
£8 ADV / £5 CONCS DOORS 7PM (UNRESERVED SEATING)
THEATRE BROADCAST
FRANKENSTEIN THUR 30 OCT
DOORS 6.30PM START 7PM £15 ADV / £12.50 CONCS (UNRESERVED SEATING)
Clitheroe soldier Rick Clement, who lost both legs while serving in Afghanistan, will be The Grand’s special guest when he will talk about his brave battle to rebuild his life. Despite his shocking injuries, Rick demonstrated incredible determination and began to regain his independence, mastering a wheelchair, learning to drive again and raising thousands of pounds for his own charity – A Soldier’s Journey. Hear Rick’s story with a special question and answer session to follow. Proceeds from the evening will go towards A Soldier’s Journey. National Theatre Live’s thrilling broadcast of Frankenstein returns to cinemas for a limited time, due to unprecedented audience demand. Directed by Academy Award®-winner Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire), Frankenstein features Benedict Cumberbatch (12 Years A Slave, Star Trek: Into Darkness) and Jonny Lee Miller (Trainspotting, Mansfield Park) alternating roles as Victor Frankenstein and his creation. The production was a sell-out hit at the National Theatre in 2011, and the broadcast has since become an international sensation, experienced by almost half a million people in cinemas around the world. 17
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Be My Band and GRAB graduates Silent Laughter (pictured) perform on the Grand’s main stage
EVENTS
FOLK
HARP AND A MONKEY present THE GREAT WAR: FORGOTTEN SONGS, FORGOTTEN STORIES SAT 1 NOV DOORS 7PM £8 ADV
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To mark the centenary of the First World War, this acclaimed Lancashire electrofolk-storytelling outfit presents an evening that will entertain and educate. Fronted by war historian, author and BBC researcher Martin Purdy, the first half of the show will interweave music and stories, both humorous and tragic and show new archive footage and field recordings. The second half will draw from the general music canon of this wonderful act.
LADIES FILM NIGHT
THE BOOK THIEF
Your continued support contributes to the development of these local emerging young musicians.
TUE 4 NOV
DOORS 7PM £14.50 ADV
Thank you.
(INCLUDES 2-COURSE MEAL)
While subjected to the horrors of World War II Germany, young Liesel finds solace by stealing books and sharing them with others. Under the stairs in her home, a Jewish refugee is being sheltered by her adoptive parents.
ROCK
LIVEWIRE AC/DC FRI 7 NOVEMBER DOORS 7PM £14 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION)
The unique six man tribute to rock’s greatest band AC/DC, complete with trademark cannons, a wall of Marshalls and two hours of High Voltage Rock and Roll. And in this AC/DC’s fortieth year, the band cover both eras as always with both Bon Scott and ‘Pete’ Brian Johnson present to take you on the Rock and Roll train for a night to remember.
RIBCAGED THEATRE
NO MAN’S LAND TUE 11 NOV
DOORS 7PM £12 ADV (UNRESERVED SEATING)
Grace could never have imagined how much difference breaking one window would make... No Man’s Land is inspired by the true story of Dick Kerr’s Ladies, a women’s football team which began playing in Preston during the First World War. Follow the team through creation, trial, tribulation, celebration, travel and success.
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BLUES / ROCK
ANIMALS AND FRIENDS WITH STEVE CROPPER SUN 9 NOV DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £17.50 ADV £20 DOOR (UNRESERVED SEATING)
Following their critically-acclaimed and hugely successful tours together, this legendary combination of musicians will once again be performing on the same stage together. Featuring both US and UK Inductees to the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame: Steve Cropper of Booker T and the MGs (1992) and John Steel of The Animals (1994). “Though the band has changed, the songs remain eternal, thanks to the protesting dissatisfaction linking them together... alongside covers of Ray Charles and John Lee Hooker classics, they ensure that the nostalgic element comes with an enjoyably abrasive edge” (ANIMALS & FRIENDS review - Andy Gill, The Independent)
ROCK
WISHBONE ASH WED 19 NOV
DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £17.50 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION)
The legendary WISHBONE ASH - pioneers of the twinguitar rock that influenced groups from Thin Lizzy to Iron Maiden - stop off in the UK as part of their Live Dates Live World Tour for a glorious mixture of the old and new. As well as playing tracks from their highly acclaimed new album BLUE HORIZON, they’ll be performing their biggest selling album LIVE DATES in its entirety, to celebrate 40 years since its release. Hear rock classics such as The King Will Come, Throw Down The Sword & Blowin’ Free alongside their latest work. As one of the busiest bands in rock, we suggest you book early to avoid disappointment! 20
THE GRAND STUDIO 2014 EP DEAL FOR ONLY £600 + VAT INCLUDES 3 DAYS RECORDING, MIXING & MASTERING Our dedicated, passionate and skilled studio engineers have many years experience working with all genres of music at any level. The Grand Studio is a fully equipped, modern recording facility in the basement of The Grand Venue offering commercial quality recording services, mixing and mastering as well as a full, multi-track live recording direct from the auditorium. We can cater for all projects from voice over work to full album productions. The studio boasts a spec to rival the world’s best with gear from Neve, Avalon, PMC, Manly and the studio centrepiece SSL AWS900 mixing desk. We operate a Pro Tools HD system, the industry standard for high quality recording and have two spacious, air conditioned live rooms, perfect for live tracking sessions and commercial release projects. The studio is also one of only a handful of facilities in Europe that can offer inhouse recording services direct from stage, making it perfect for capturing live performances.
For bookings please contact Tom on 01200 421599 or email tom.peters@thegrandvenue.co.uk
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POP
ABSOLUTE BOWIE SAT 22 NOV
DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £14 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION) Europe’s Premier Bowie Tribute Band – a 5-piece band faithfully interpreting the music of David Bowie with uncanny accuracy. They will take you on a musical journey through the ever-changing phases of Bowie’s music and fashion with incredible attention to detail. The only David Bowie Tribute Band to be personally endorsed by Woody Woodmansey - drummer from Bowie’s band – the legendary Spiders from Mars.
JAZZ / BRASS / POP
HACKNEY COLLIERY BAND
FRI 28 NOV
DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £8.50 ADV In Association with Root Music and Band on the Wall Mixing funk, hip-hop, afro-beat and rock with a smattering of Balkan brass and contemporary jazz, Hackney Colliery Band make music that appeals to the feet as well as the ears. Inspired by New Orleans’s marching bands and Latin brass, HCB bring the UK brass band tradition bang up to date. Expect awesome originals alongside unexpected covers - taking in The Prodigy, Kanye West and Toto! “A sound to raise the roofs - Are trombones the new electric guitars?” - The Times One of the UK’s great live bands. Not to be missed. 22 24
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FROM THE JAM: SETTING SONS TOUR SAT 29 NOV
DOORS 7PM
£20 ADV To celebrate the album’s 35th anniversary From The Jam, featuring original The Jam member bass player Foxton and guitarist/ vocalist Russell Hastings & drummer Steve (Smiley) Barnard, will perform the seminal album in its entirety. As well as a thrilling performance of Settings Sons the audience can expect From The Jam to perform a selection of hits and album tracks from The Jam’s back catalogue and songs from Bruce Foxton’s own solo career including 2012’s Back In The Room.
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CREATIVITY TAKES COURAGE
The Grand is proud to support local theatre
LADIES FILM NIGHT
WALKING ON SUNSHINE TUE 2 DEC DOORS 7PM £14.50 ADV (INCLUDES 2-COURSE MEAL)
Set to the music of popular hit songs from the 1980s. A beautiful coastal village, present day Italy. After a whirlwind romance, Maddie is preparing to marry gorgeous Italian Raf, and has invited her sister Taylor to the wedding. Unbeknownst to Maddie, however, Raf is Taylor’s ex-holiday flame, and the love of her life... 24 Ribcaged: Macbeth
ALTERNATIVE
CHERRY GHOST FRI 5 DEC DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £14 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION)
Cherry Ghost is the brainchild of Simon Aldred, one of the UK’s truly distinctive voices of the past decade. Having announced himself debut album Thirst for Romance in 2007 and a fabulous follow-up Beneath the Burning Shoreline in 2010, Simon has kept his widespread fanbase guessing before landing another great record Herd Runners, earlier this year. Selling out the 1000 capacity Manchester Cathedral recently speaks volumes for his draw. Support comes from Colne psych-folk duo Bird to Beast and Clitheroe act The Remedy.
FOLK
CAPERCAILLE SAT 6 DEC DOORS 7PM £24 ADV (UNRESERVED SEATING)
Throughout their career Capercaillie have drawn on two great strengths to inspire them -the astonishing musical dexterity of the various fiddle, whistle, flute and pipe who have performed with them over the years, lead by the accordion and keyboards of band founder Donald Shaw. The other - the peerless voice of co-founder Karen Matheson, universally recognised as one of the finest Gaelic singers alive today. There have been many milestones for a band who have sold over a million albums worldwide. Capercaillie have been credited with being the major force in bringing Celtic music to the world stage, and their unique fusion of Gaelic culture and contemporary sound has always stretched boundaries in their quest to keep the music evolving.
POP
THE SOUTH FRI 12 DEC DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.30PM £20 ADV (GENERAL ADMISSION)
When great British pop institution, The Beautiful South split in 2007, several members of the band weren’t ready to let it go. So two years later, singers Dave Hemingway and Alison Wheeler, alongside life long members Damon Butcher (keys), Gaz Birtles (sax) and Tony Robinson (trumpet), came out of retirement and formed the 9 piece band, The South. The classic songs live on such as A Little Time, Perfect 10, Rotterdam, Old Red Eyes, Good as Gold, Don’t Marry Her and more. All performed again live, as they have been doing since 1989!
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POP
THE SEARCHERS SAT 13 DEC
Line up: John McNally Frank Allen Spencer James Scott Ottaway
DOORS 7PM £20 ADV (UNRESERVED SEATING)
Following the success of The Beatles and capitalising on the Mersey Sound came The Searchers. In 1963 they quickly established their own distinctive sound and dedicated following, with a 12 string lead guitar and harmonies which anticipated the sound of The Byrds. ‘Sweets For My Sweet’, ‘Sugar & Spice’ and ‘Needles & Pins’ were their three number one hits, their total world sales exceed over 30 million. The Searchers have continued to play their music throughout the world and are as popular as ever with audiences of all ages.
FAMILY THEATRE
SALTMINE - BEAUTY AND THE BEAST SUN 14 DEC SHOW 2PM £8 / £4 CONCS (UNRESERVED SEATING)
FOLK
DROP THE FLOOR OISHALA BAXTER RHODES SUN 14 DEC
DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM £8 ADV
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A magical re-telling of the deep dark woods, the forbidden castle and the monster that lies within. Tumble into an enchanted world where the unexpected comes to life and stories are told which are sure to delight! Giggle, gasp and adventure with our Beauty this Christmas, to discover the truth as you look beneath the surface and see the world through the eyes of the Maker.
One of the region’s hottest acts playing traditional Irish music, four-piece Drop The Floor celebrate a busy year of gigging with this special Christmas party and invite special guests Oishala with their eclectic clutch of covers and Burnley singer-songwriter Baxter Rhodes.
THE GRAND CHRISTMAS CHOIR CONCERT
The Grand’s choir and special guests come together for a fun Christmas Concert and singalong, audience participation welcomed.
DOORS 7PM
Ticket includes mince pies, mulled wine (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)!
SPECIAL
MON 15 DEC
£7.50 / £5 ADV
SWING
SWING COMMANDERS WED 17 DEC
DOORS 7PM STAGE 7.45PM
The Swing Commanders return for their annual Christmas shindig. The UK’s finest exponents of Jumpjive, Cowboy Jazz, Blues and Western Swing led by the unwavering brilliance of frontman Peter Riley.
£12.50 ADV
PARTY
GRAND CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT
Seasonal party night at the Grand with a three course meal, live band, dancing and much merriment, see separate publicity for more details.
FRI 19 DEC
DOORS 7PM
POP
ABBA REUNION SAT 20 DEC
DOORS 7PM £18 ADV SEATED £15 ADV STANDING
ABBA REUNION has been created by the original Director, Producer and Choreographer of the Award Winning Abbamania West End musical, and stars the original ‘Frida’ from the London cast! The show gives Abba fans, old and new, the opportunity to once again re-live the addictive Abba phenomenum that swept the airwaves and discos during the 70s and 80s in this wonderfully feel good, party style tribute concert.
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SEPT - DEC 2014 We are delighted to welcome audiences back to The Grand for our lunchtime sessions on Fridays throughout the autumn / winter following our summer interlude. The Grand is pleased to collaborate with ‘Jazz North’ and the Ribble Valley Jazz and Blues Club to bring a number of new acts to The Grand stage. Our commitment to youth music is also evident in this autumn programme as we welcome the John Wickham Trio who will appear alongside some other young musicians from the local area. Please remember to book tables in advance for these sessions, particularly the ever popular Eric Ainsworth Quartet residency on the final Friday of each month. Stand by too for a couple of Christmas crackers, Djangologie on December 12 and Mark Lewis Trio featuring Lyn Fairbanks on December 19.
ADMISSION TO ALL SESSIONS: £5 /£3 (Affinity card holders)
SEPTEMBER 12th 19th 26th
John Ellis Trio (supported by Jazz North) John Wickham Trio & special guests Eric Ainsworth Quartet & Lyn Fairbanks
OCTOBER 10th 17th 24th 31st
Nicol Farnon Trio (supported by Jazz North) Julie Edwards and Kevin Dearden Sue Parish Trio Eric Ainsworth Quartet & Lyn Fairbanks
NOVEMBER 14th 21st 28th
Sessions begin at 12 noon and finish at 2pm (with an interval)
Frank Flynn Trio John Wickham Trio & special guests Eric Ainsworth Quartet & Lyn Fairbanks
DECEMBER 12th 19th 28
Djangologie Mark Lewis Trio & Lyn Fairbanks
HEAVEN IN THE AFTERNOON SUNDAY SOUL SESSIONS The ever popular monthly session features the region’s best regarded DJs playing soul music from across the board. A brilliant atmosphere, dancefloor and audience combines for an unmissable event for the North West’s soul brothers and sisters. 3PM - 8PM £6 ADV
SUN 28 SEPTEMBER 2014 SUN 26 OCTOBER 2014 SUN 30 NOVEMBER 2014 CHRISTMAS DATE T/B/C
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SCREENINGS NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE The National Theatre’s groundbreaking project to broadcast the best of British theatre live from the London stage to cinemas across the UK and around the world. In the event of these NTLive broadcasts selling out, The Grand reserves the right to present ‘encores’. Please check website and local press for details of these extra shows.
MEDEA
FRANKENSTEIN
JOHN
7PM CURTAIN / £15 ADV / £12.50 CONCS
7PM CURTAIN / £15 ADV / £12.50 CONCS
7PM CURTAIN / £15 ADV / £12.50 CONCS
THUR 4 SEPT
THUR 30 OCT
TUE 9 DEC
LADIES FILM NIGHTS Our fabulous ladies film nights include a delicious seasonal two course meal, homemade by our sensational chef, sue. Why not pre order a bottle of wine to accompany your meal from as little as £10.00 £14.50 ADV (INC. 2-COURSE MEAL)
THE RAILWAY MAN
THE BOOK THIEF
THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL
WALKING ON SUNSHINE
TUE 2 SEPT 7PM
TUE 14 OCT 7PM
30 Medea
TUE 4 NOV 7PM
TUE 2 DEC 7PM
The Grand now has a number of events on sale for 2014, please check out our website for further details: www.thegrandvenue.co.uk
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For further information please contact us in one of the following ways: Our email address is hello@thegrandvenue.co.uk Our telephone number is 01200 421599 Our website is www.thegrandvenue.co.uk The Solomon Project www.thesolomonproject.co.uk You can ďŹ nd us at The Grand 18 York Street Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 2DL This publication is a guide to the ticketed shows, events and regular classes and course held at The Grand, Clitheroe. For more details check our website, updated daily.
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