Hazlitt theatre whats on summer 2014 web

MAY – SEPTEMBER 2014 Box Office: 01622 758611 www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Great People, Great Place, Great Opportunity

WELCOME TO A NEW SEASON Welcome to The Hazlitt Theatre’s new season of events.

Over the past few months we have been working hard to restore and refurbish the main theatre, foyer, bar and box office area to create dynamic, inviting and exciting spaces for patrons and companies to enjoy.

We are proud to be unveiling newly decorated performance spaces together with a captivating and diverse programme to include new workshops and events for you and your family to try.

New for this season is SWAY Street - the perfect introduction to street style dance for ages 6- 11yrs. Don’t miss our FREE taster day on the 14th April.

Like to try an antidote to the fast pace of life? Look no further! Why not try a weekly class of Hatha Yoga led by a member of the British Wheel of Yoga?

Budding young fashion designers can come along to our craft sessions led by Capsule College in the Creative Hub. With a full programme we still have room to welcome the return of firm favourites including: The Searchers, The Floyd Effect, Lee Hurst, HYT Summer Festival Workshops, not to mention the production of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet by Changeling Theatre Company.

We hope that all of our patrons enjoy their visits to the Hazlitt Theatre and look forward to welcoming you all to another season packed full of perfect theatre moments.

Contents Forthcoming Events

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Theatre Trips Groups & Workshops

The Fureys and Davey Arthur • Sun 11 May

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Coming Soon

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How to Find Us

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Calendar

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How To Book Book by phone: 01622 758611 Book online: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk Book in person: Box Office, The Hazlitt Theatre, Earl Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1PL

Mitch Benn is the 37th Beatle • Fri 23 May

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Don’t miss

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The Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre • Fri 6 June Great People, Great Place, Great Opportunity

The Hazlitt Theatre is operated by Parkwood Theatres working in partnership with Maidstone Borough Council.

Romeo + Juliet • Fri 27 June - Sun 3 August

Every endeavour is made to ensure that all the information in this publication is correct at the time of going to press. However, it may be necessary to make alterations to the advertised: programme, prices, times, and discounts.

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Judie Tzuke The Trials of Oscar Wilde Woman Overboard Tour European Arts Company Presents

Sat 3 May 7.30pm • Exchange Studio

Wed 7 May 8pm • Hazlitt Theatre

Thursday 14 February 1895 was the triumphant opening night of The Importance of Being Earnest . Less than 100 days later, he found himself a common prisoner sentenced to two years hard labour.

Judie is back on tour throughout the UK playing tracks from her latest album Woman Overboard. Get ready for an evening of new musical delights as well as classic hits.

Once again Judie will be showing what an extraordinary artist she is – diehard fan or not you won’t want to miss this music master class!

Based on the original words spoken in court and Wilde’s own sparkling words, feel what it was like to be in the company of a flawed genius.

Written by Oscar Wilde’s grandson and acclaimed author of The Real Trial of Oscar Wilde, Merlin Holland.

www.tzuke.com TICKETS: £22.50

TICKETS: £13 DISCOUNT: £11

Mike McGear McCartney SEX, DRUGS & ROCK ‘N’ ROLL (I wish!)

‘Great idea ... At last - the good-looking one from the Scaffold returns!!’

Harry Hill

Thurs 8 May 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre Mike will take you through his family album with stories of Liverpool life from childhood to entering showbiz when, because of Beatlemania, he had to change his name to ‘McGear’, becoming an integral part of the 60s Merseybeat era.

All will be explained and several thousand more wonderful tales.

TICKETS: £19 DISCOUNT: £17

High Spirits present

Swing Rattle and Roll Sat 10 May 2.30pm & 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre Join High Spirits for their 13th annual show!

Enjoy a show packed with even more fun from lively dancers and enthusiastic singers.

Tap your toes, exercise your lungs or simply listen and enjoy.

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*2.30pm performance includes the talented Junior High Spirits

High Spirits support DebRA UK, the national charity working on behalf of people with the genetic skin blistering condition, Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) (Hire- A High Spirits Production)

TICKETS: £8.50 DISCOUNT: £7.50

Sun 11 May 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre The FUREYS & Davey Arthur have been entertaining audiences worldwide for 36 years.

They are responsible for some of the most stirring music ever to capture the public imagination with hits like I Will Love You, When You Were Sweet 16, and The Green Fields of France.

TICKETS: £18 DISCOUNT: £16

Lee Hurst ‘Things That Make You Go AAARGGH!!!’

Thurs 15 May 8pm • Hazlitt Theatre Comic Lee Hurst is travelling throughout Britain to find out what really winds you up.

Mostly people get on with living their lives, but everyone has at least one thing that pushes their button and sends them over the edge, so what’s yours? Come along for a night of laughter and let off some steam.

TICKETS: £16 DISCOUNT: £14

Suitable for ages 16+

Take Centre Stage

Presented by Lordswood Dancentre

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The Fureys and Davey Arthur

Sat 17 and Sun 18 May, Sat 7pm Sun 2.30pm & 7pm • Hazlitt Theatre Sit back and enjoy a medley of dance styles including Ballet, Tap, Modern, Street, Stage and Jazz.

The students from Lordswood Dancentre will amaze you with technique, enthusiasm and sheer delight as they showcase their dance talent!

To book tickets contact: 01622 791358 (Hire A Lordswood Dancentre Production)

TICKETS: £12

Proms in the Park Sat 24 May Picnics from 4pm, Concert from 7.30pm, Fireworks Approximately 10pm • Whatman Millennium Park This annual event is the perfect way to start the summer celebrations. Pack a picnic, bring the family and enjoy this fantastic FREE event.

TICKETS: FREE

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Beat ‘T’ Your Feet Sun 1 June 3pm • Hazlitt Theatre We are delighted to welcome Tracy Peglar’s School Of Dance.

Children from just 3 years will be performing Ballet, Tap, Modern, Street and Performing Arts.

Come and see these young performers as they showcase their talents to give you an afternoon of entertainment!

Mitch Benn is The 37th Beatle

TICKETS: £13

Fri 23 May 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre Mitch’s new show combines his Scouse upbringing with his love of music and a lifelong obsession with Liverpool’s most famous sons. It is most definitely not a tribute show and while his affection for his subjects is well documented, expect the satirical twists for which Mitch is well known.

TICKETS: £14

The Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre Fri 6 June 8pm • Exchange Studio

The Searchers Sat 24 May 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre When you think of The Searchers you think of the distinctive jangling sound of the twelve string guitar and the rich harmonies embellishing their immaculate vocals.

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These stars of stage, screen and You Tube bring you a new show of songs, sketches, socks and violence on topics far and wide.

After 6 sell-out years at the Edinburgh Fringe and international tours from Aberdeen to Adelaide, the socks are bringing their new show and the best of their favourite stuff to Maidstone.

Get ready for a sublime evening of comedy and irreverence!

This is always a sell-out so don’t wait too long to bag your seat!

Don’t miss the socks!

TICKETS: £19.50 DISCOUNT: £18.50

TICKETS: £5

presented by Baroque Theatre Company

Fri 6 June 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre Up Pompeii is a hilarious romp through ancient Pompeii. It brings back all the television favourites in this full-length play based on the original characters devised by Talbot Rothwell and Sid Colin for the Frankie Howerd BBC comedy.

liaisons in all quarters of his master’s house. Whilst growing chaos ensues, an increasing rumbling is heard in the distance – what could that possibly be?

As Lurcio attempts to deliver his prologue and begin proceedings, he’s quickly caught up in the myriad of

TICKETS: £12

This promises to be a riot from start to finish!

DISCOUNT: £10

The Floyd Effect A tribute to the music of Pink Floyd

Sat 7 June 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre The Floyd Effect – eight top quality musicians and singers, who faithfully recreate the music and emotions of a Pink Floyd concert.

Every note you will hear is played and sung by the band, making each concert a genuine ‘live’ musical experience.

The Floyd Effect will take you on a musical journey from the Dark Side of the Moon, through Wish You Were Here and Animals, to The Wall, and all the way to the Division Bell.

TICKETS: £18

Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise

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Up Pompeii

Sun 8 June 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre Get ready to be blown away by Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, the Big Bopper and Eddie Cochran, as these icons of rock and roll join each other on stage for this musical extravaganza.

has something for everyone in this feel-good, two hour celebration of the magic of rock and roll, with over 40 songs packed into this roof- raising critically acclaimed show. www.rocknrollparadise.com

Whether you saw these guys the first time round or are just a fan of live music, Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise

TICKETS: £20.50 DISCOUNT: £19.50

Chandeliers Drama Society present

From Blitz to Broadway Wed 11 - Sat 14 June 7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2.30pm • Exchange Studio Blitz to Broadway is a fantastic journey through words, music and dance from the hardships of World War II to the bright lights of Broadway.

Don’t miss your chance to be transported into a bygone era and then, sit back and enjoy the razzle

dazzle of Broadway!

To book please contact the Chandeliers Ticketline on: 07925092434 Hire- A Chandeliers Drama Society Production

TICKETS: £12 DISCOUNT: £10

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Herman’s Hermits in Concert - 50th Anniversary Sat 14 June 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre Herman’s Hermits are widely regarded as one of the biggest bands of the mid- 60s alongside British legends The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.

From the band’s humble beginnings in Manchester in 1964, Herman’s Hermits have chalked up over 23 top twenty single records, 10 hit albums, 3 major movies and countless television shows and concert tours all over the world with over 75 million total record sales!

Sing along to Mrs Brown You’ve Got A Lovely Daughter, Silhouettes, Dandy, Can’t You Hear My Heart Beat, There’s A Kind Of Hush, No Milk Today, Something Is Happening, Sunshine Girl, Henry V111, and many more too numerous to mention.

Get ready for the Herman’s Hermits 60s feel good factor and a great night out!

TICKETS: £19 DISCOUNT: £17

The Kentish Players present

All Shook Up Book by JOWE DIPIETRO Wed 18 - Sat 21 June 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre Get ready for a hip-swivelling, lip-curling musical inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley.

Classic Elvis hits including: Jailhouse Rock, A Little Less Conversation and Heartbreak Hotel. Follow a guitar-playing, motorbike-riding roustabout as he turns a small town on its head, changing everything and everyone he meets.

Hire – A Kentish Players Production All shook up is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

TICKETS: £13 (WED AND THURS), £15 (FRI AND SAT)

Spirit Medium Andrew Dee Black or White Tour Wed 2 July 7.30pm • Exchange Studio Everything in life is black or white, why do we allow the ‘grey’ to creep in and confuse us?

Spirit Medium Andrew Dee is here to guide you through some of life’s mysteries with help from your loved ones in the spirit world.

His no-nonsense, back-to-basics style of mediumship will be on display for your delight as he aims to lift the lid on any questions you may have about this life and the hereafter as well as the joy that awaits us all.

Hire- An Andrew Dee Event

TICKETS: £14

Oh What A Lovely War

Tues 8 - Sat 12 July 7.30pm Thurs and Sat Matinee 2pm • Hazlitt Theatre Valley Park School presents a brand new production of this classic of the modern theatre that marks its 50th anniversary year and coincides with the 100th anniversary of the start of WW1.

Preview performance: Tues 8 July Tickets also available from the Valley Park Box Office on: 01622 656161 (Hire – A Valley Park Production) An amateur production by arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD

TICKETS: £4 - £10

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Tues 15 and Wed 16 July 6pm • Hazlitt Theatre Join the Amelia Appleby’s School of Performing Arts for a dance show that packs a punch!

Get ready to clap, woop and high-kick in the aisle as the students showcase their talents across all genres of dance. It’s more than a kind of magic!

(Hire An Amelia Appleby Production)

TICKETS: £12.50 DISCOUNT: £10.50

Only One Direction Midnight Memories Tour

Sun 3 August 5pm • Hazlitt Theatre The world’s original and best One Direction tribute band comes to the Hazlitt Theatre.

Capturing the charisma, energy and enthusiasm of the famous five, this show features songs from all three of One Direction’s smash hit albums including: What Makes You Beautiful, Story of My Life, Best Song Ever and of course, Midnight Memories.

The perfect family friendly pop concert guaranteed to keep you ‘Up All Night’ complete with giveaways, audience participation and a meet & greet with the boys.

TICKETS: £16 DISCOUNT: £13

The Kast Off Kinks Sat 23 August 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre The Kast Off Kinks are not a tribute band, just ex-members of the legendary “Kinks” getting back together to re-live the good times!

This great line-up features Mick Avory (the original drummer), John Dalton on bass/vocals (Kinks, 60’s & 70’s), Ian Gibbons on keyboards/ vocals (Kinks, 80’s & 90’s and still with Ray Davies), and Dave Clarke on guitar & vocals who has played

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It’s a Kind of Magic

with the Beach Boys, Noel Redding & Tim Rose.

Expect all the hits including: You Really Got Me, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, Sunny Afternoon, Lola, Deadend Street, Days, Waterloo Sunset, Apeman, Come Dancing, and many more!

TICKETS: £20 DISCOUNT: £18

Kent Musical Theatre Society present

Children of Eden

Tues 26 - Sat 30 August 7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre From Stephen Schwartz (Godspell and Wicked) and John Caird (Les Miserables) comes a joyous and inspirational musical about parents, children and faith. Freely based on the story of Genesis, Children Of Eden is a frank, heartfelt and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and children.

The production is directed by Tim Westby, choreographed by Abi Staker, with musical direction by Paul Gostling.

Hire- A Kent Musical Theatre Society Production.

This production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York

TICKETS: £12 DISCOUNT: £10 GROUP DISCOUNT: 10+ £10

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Hazlitt Summer Festival Mon 11 - Fri 15 August Love to perform?

Join us at the Hazlitt Theatre for one of our exciting Summer Festival Workshops which will culminate in a performance on the Hazlitt’s main stage at the end of the week.

For ages 6 - 11yrs

James and the Giant Peach Workshop 10.30am- 3.30pm Performance Fri 15 August 3pm • Hazlitt Theatre Join James Trotter, a lonely boy living in Dover on an adventure from his back garden to far off places in a peach bigger than a house!

This heart warming story by Roald Dahl will capture the imagination as you make new friends on a journey that you will never forget!

This weeklong workshop will see the doors of the Hazlitt opened to our younger friends, as they work with a professional director in producing a unique version of this delightful tale. Open to any children aged from 6 – 11yrs in primary school education.

Workshop Ticket: £85 Performance Tickets: £5

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For ages 11-16yrs

High School Heavyweights Grease Vs. Hairspray Workshop 10.30am- 3.30pm Performance Fri 15 August 6pm • Hazlitt Theatre Join Danny, Sandy, the T birds and the pink ladies and Welcome to the 60’s as two of the top musicals go head to head in a battle! Help Tracy make it on the Corny Collin’s show to become one of the Nicest Kids in Town while Sandy shows Danny that he’s The One That She Wants. Dance, sing and act through Rydell High with Link, Seaweed, Penny and Edna to see which musical ends out on top!

This promises to be a fantastic workshop open to all 11 – 16yr olds with a public performance at the end of the week to showcase the work that has been done. So if you love a musical, if you want to belt out these famous songs and spend a week putting together a unique production, then book your tickets and join us this summer.

To book your place contact the Box Office on 01622 758611 Workshop Ticket: £85 Performance Tickets: £5

*Limited places available for these popular summer workshops-don’t miss out!

Thurs 15 May • London Theatre • Coach leaves at 5pm from the Hazlitt Theatre Be amongst the first to see Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new production as it makes its highly anticipated return to the West End.

American GI called Chris - but their lives are torn apart by the fall of Saigon.

Book early for a night in Saigon!

Since Miss Saigon’s sensational record-breaking run at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane 25 years ago, it has played in 300 cities in 15 different languages, winning awards around the world.

TICKETS: £59

This epic love story tells the tragic tale of young bar girl Kim, orphaned by war, who falls in love with an

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Miss Saigon

War Horse Wed 25 June Thurs 26 June • London Theatre 25 June - Coach leaves at 5pm 26 June Coach leaves at 12noon To commemorate the centenary of the outbreak of WW1, we invite you to join us on this very special trip to see a theatrical experience we guarantee you will never forget.

Actors working with magnificent, life-sized puppets by the internationally renowned Handspring Puppet Company lead us on a gripping journey through history.

At the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the cavalry and shipped to France. He’s soon caught up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an extraordinary odyssey, serving on both sides before finding himself alone in no man’s land.

The National Theatre’s epic drama is based on the celebrated novel by Michael Morpurgo.

We are delighted to offer children a discount on this trip, early booking is recommended.

TICKETS: £58 DISCOUNT: UNDER 18S £45

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Hazlitt Theatre – Changing Faces Maidstone is a vibrant county town with a diverse mix of groups with individual cultural needs. The Hazlitt Theatre, set in the heart of Maidstone, is the perfect venue to host any event from high energy music and dance shows, emotive drama pieces, conference days, complete with bespoke catering, through to weddings, receptions and birthday bashes!

Since the beginning of January 2014 we have been working hard to refurbish the Hazlitt Theatre creating new, engaging and comfortable performance /conference spaces; together with areas for patrons, delegates and guests in which to relax and enjoy a fully - rounded experience.

Each room has been carefully designed to provide flexibility, practicability and comfort, thereby ensuring we can work with you to achieve the perfect balance to suit your needs.

Hazlitt Theatre 353 capacity, making it ideal for a show or conference event.

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Vestibule

A light and airy flexible space. Use for a meeting , reception area or as the perfect space to relax with a glass of wine. WIFI access.

The Studio

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Hazlitt Theatre Bar

A spacious room benefiting from excellent technical options to suit shows and conferences. You event will sit beautifully in this space. WIFI access.

Fourth Wall

Birthday parties, Catwalk shows and Wedding Fayres are all options for this space.

If you would like to hire any of the spaces then please contact Natalie Price (General Manager) at natalie.price@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk or 01622 828276 13

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FREE SWAY STREET DANCE TASTER DAY! Mon 14 April • Exchange Studio

Live, Breathe, Dance SWAY STREET! Sway Street 1 Crew Saturday 1.15pm- 2pm (6 - 8yrs)

Why not join us at the Hazlitt Theatre this Easter for a FREE taster session of SWAY Street.

Sway Street 2 Crew Saturday 2.15pm- 3pm (9-11yrs)

Come along and bust some moves and see if you like the SWAY Street groove before signing up to 10 weeks of fun with the Sway STREET CREW.

FRESH for summer 2014 is an exciting STREET dance class that will have you Poppin’ Lockin’ and Krumpin’ all in the unique SWAY way!

STREET SESSION 1 11am- 11.45am (6-8yrs)

High energy, great tunes and dance routines - you’ll learn how to throw shapes, improvise your own dance moves and most of all have FUN whilst dancing!

STREET SESSION 2 12.00pm – 12.45pm (9-11yrs)

Classes start on Sat 3 May.

Book your FREE TASTER place by contacting the Box Office.

If you want to SWAY STREET then book your place today!

£50 PER 10 WEEK TERM

*25% discount available to HYT members when booking Sway Street and HYT together.

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SWAY STREET

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YOUTH

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HYT is one of the leading Youth Theatres in the South East with more than 180 members attending weekly drama-based sessions. HYT is perfect for young people aged between 6 and 18 yrs with a keen interest in performance.

HYT is based in a fully functioning professional theatre, providing its members with a sound knowledge of the inner workings of the theatre industry and invaluable experience for those members wishing to pursue a career within theatre.

Unlike many youth groups HYT focuses on the core skill of acting; however, it encourages members to explore both disciplines of singing and dancing when preparing work for productions.

Each session is carefully planned and led by industry professionals to help each member reach their potential whilst gaining in confidence, knowledge and experience.

HYT sessions are split into three terms: Spring, Summer and Autumn (10 weeks each) Annual membership of £5 is applicable. £60 (PER 10 WEEK TERM) For further information contact HYT at hazlitt.youththeatre@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk or 01622 686958

Sessions Monday and Tuesday 5pm- 7pm • (11- 14yrs) 7.15pm- 9.15pm • (14/15- 18yrs) Wednesday and Thursday 4pm-5pm • (6-8yrs) 5pm-6.30pm • (9-11yrs) Saturday 10am-11am • (6-8yrs) 11am-12.30pm • (9- 11yrs) *25% discount available to HYT members when booking Sway Street and HYT together.

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JOIN TODAY!

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Dance

Learn to dance with CEROC

CEROC Every Thursday: Beginners 8pm, Intermediate Class 8.50pm, Freestyle 9.30pm-11pm Join in the unique style which is easy to learn and great fun.

Besides this, it’s a fantastic way to keep fit and a very sociable way to spend an evening. One of the other great things about Ceroc is that there’s no need to come with a partner. Our teaching method means everyone changes partners during the class.

Hire- A Ceroc event PRICE: £8 FOR THE WHOLE EVENING INCLUDING 2 CLASSES AND OVER AN HOUR OF DANCING

Hazlitt Writers’ Group

Second Monday of the month 7.30pm • Exchange Studio Each session contains an opportunity for free writing, examination of poetry and techniques used by established writers and useful time for development and feedback of all members.

All levels of experience are welcome Places are limited for each session so book early.

For further information please contact hazlitt.marketing@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk INDIVIDUAL SESSION TICKET: £6 SEASON TICKET: £20

Musical in A Day Wicked Sun 31 August 10am - 5pm Exchange Studio Wicked the musical is loved by millions all over the world!

Have fun working through the song book under the expert supervision of a professional Musical Director throughout the day and finally perform the music of Wicked to an audience of friends and family.

Please note that any participants aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult during the workshop and performance

TICKETS: £35 (INCLUDES LUNCH AND MUSICAL SCORE TO KEEP) WORKSHOPS TICKETS PURCHASED AFTER THURS 21 AUGUST: £40 PERFORMANCE 6PM TICKETS: £5

Hazlitt Choir Wed Evenings 7.00pm • Exchange Studio The Hazlitt Choir is a fun community group based at the Hazlitt Theatre. All voices and levels of experience are welcome. You don’t need to panic about auditions either as we believe that your desire to sing and have a great time is good enough! So what are you waiting for... warm those vocal chords and join today!

For further information contact hazlitt.marketing@ parkwoodtheatres.co.uk TICKETS: £40 PER TERM (10 WEEKS)

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Wed 12- 1pm • Yoga Room Yoga classes for beginners through to intermediate.

A mixture of static and flowing Yoga, concentrating on alignment, breath control and relaxation.

Energise your body for the day ahead, learn to relax and let go of any stress and tension in this fast no time for ourselves life we all lead. Take one hour out for yourself and notice the change within you.

Limited places so book early to avoid disappointment.

Classes start Wednesday 23 April £7 (MIXED ABILITY) BLOCK BOOKING DISCOUNT: £36 (6 CLASSES) For further information or to book please contact: yvonne.celder@googlemail.com or 07877871315

Craft Skills Workshops and Classes Creative Hub Capsule College is running an exciting new program of holiday and term time classes at the Creative Hub for adults, teenagers and children. Experts will guide you in printing, sewing, knitting, crochet and more. Learn a new skill or develop your talent. Make a gift, design your own soft furnishings or create an outfit.

Afternoon Clubs - starting wk/c 21/04/14 Bring your own project.

Help at hand. £15 per session or book all 5 for £65 Tuesdays - Love the Print Club Screen, stamp and stencil printing

Hop Shed with Chickenshed at the Hazlitt Theatre on Fridays Children’s Theatre Friday 4.15pm- 5.15pm (7-11 yrs) Youth Theatre Friday 5.20pm- 6.30pm (11-16yrs)

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Hatha Yoga Classes with Yvonne Celder BWY (British Wheel of Yoga) Dip

Hop Shed is a truly inclusive theatre company drawing together children and young people from all backgrounds to create and tell stories using the performing arts.

Chickenshed and Hop Shed invite you to share in the magic of inclusive theatre.

Performances take place this summer with the Children’s Theatre working on Superheroes and Youth Theatre on Reality and real life heroes!

For more information and to apply contact: 01795 844440 or email hopshed@symboltrust.org

Wednesdays - Love the Yarn Club Crochet, Embroider, Knit, Hand stitch & chat!

Thursdays - Love the Stitch Club Machine sewing for home and clothing After School Fashion Club 11-16 years 4.00-5.30pm Thu 24/04/14 £65 per 5 week term For details visit our website: www.capsulecollege.org To book a class visit the Box Office or online at www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

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Coming Soon Ultimate Elton John and The Rocket Band Sat 6 Sept 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre TICKETS: £20 Discount: £18

The Supersonic 70s Fri 12 Sept 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre TICKETS: £18.50 Group Discount Buy 8 and get 1 FREE

Austen’s Women presented by Dyad Productions in association with TTI

Fri 12 Sept 7.30pm • Exchange Studio TICKETS: £12.50

All That Jazz presented by EF productions

Sat 13 Sept 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre Tickets: £17 Discount: £15

An Evening with Steve Parrish Thurs 18 Sept 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre TICKETS: £20

Hal Cruttenden The Tough Luvvie Tour Fri 19 Sept 8pm • Hazlitt Theatre TICKETS: £17

Nashville Nights & Dixie Days Sat 20 September 7.30pm • Hazlitt Theatre TICKETS £17 DISCOUNT £15

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Booking and Access Information

A booking fee of £1 will be charged (£1.50 for pantomime) on each ticket, this fee directly supports the running costs of the Hazlitt Theatre. Ticket revenue is divided between many different parties and an increase in ticket prices may not necessarily benefit the theatre. By adding a small booking charge we ensure that every penny goes to supporting your theatre and ticket prices are kept to a minimum.

We are happy to post your tickets out to you for £1 or you can choose to collect them from the box office.

ACCESS The Hazlitt Theatre is committed to make the venue as accessible and enjoyable an experience for all patrons as possible.

DISABLED ACCESS All our venues are wheelchair accessible. Guide dogs are most welcome. There are parking bays for people with disabilities sited adjacent to the venue. We also have lift access to all of our venues located in Rose Yard.

Adapted toilet facilities are also available.

IN PERSON: The Hazlitt Theatre, Earl Street Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1PL, Monday - Saturday from 10am- 5.30pm. (Box Office opens 1 hour prior to each performance in the Hazlitt Theatre and 30mins for performances in the Exchange Studio).

The Hazlitt Theatre and Exchange Studio both have an infra red sound enhancement system for use with or without a hearing aid. Please ask a member of the Front of House who will be happy to ensure that you have access to this.

BY PHONE: 01622 758611, Monday - Saturday, 10am- 5.30pm

BOOSTER SEATS The Hazlitt Theatre has a limited number of booster seats available on a first come first served basis.

ONLINE: www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

BY POST: Please indicate performance date, time, price and discounts (if applicable). Please make all cheques and postal orders payable to Parkwood Leisure Ltd. Please include your day and evening telephone number and email address.

METHODS OF PAYMENT Credit/ Debit Cards Mastercard, Visa and Debit Cards all welcome Please bring along the card used for booking.

RESERVATIONS Tickets will be held for 7 days after which we reserve the right to release them for sale.

DISCOUNTS Although discounts apply in most cases, external promoters may on occasion exclude certain categories. Only one discount may be claimed per ticket.

Children under 16 years old Over 60 people aged 60 and over

How to find us PARK & RIDE London Road: (M20 Jnct 5) Sittingbourne Rd: (M20 Jnct 7) Willington Street: (A20 at Bearsted) Mon - Fri 7am - 6.30pm Sat 8am - 6.30pm NATIONAL RAIL Maidstone East (nearest), Maidstone West and Maidstone Barracks are all within walking distance.

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BOOKING FEES In order to ensure our booking fees are transparent please note the following information:-

FREE MAILING LIST/ EMAIL ALERTS Keep in touch with what’s on at The Hazlitt Theatre by joining the mailing list at the box office or keep up to date with all the news at www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

CAR We are easily accessible from the M20 and M2.

PARKING Ample parking is available under the Fremlin Walk Shopping Centre (£2 for all evening parking from 7pm - 11.30pm). You may exit anytime after 11.30pm, as long as your car park ticket is accepted.

Students people over 16 and in full time education Unemployed people in receipt of job seeker’s allowance, income support, working tax credit or housing benefit. Confirmation of eligibility may be asked for.

The Hazlitt Theatre reserves the right to introduce discounts and other price changes without notice. These will not apply to tickets already purchased before the announcement.

REFUND/EXCHANGE OF TICKETS In the unlikely event of a performance being cancelled a full refund or exchange will be be offered.

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THEATRE TOKENS Theatre Tokens are available for sale from the box office. All tokens are offered in a presentation card. These can not be redeemed against any show advertised as a ‘Hire’ or London Theatre Trips.

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EXCHANGE STUDIO

May

April

7 8

14

Judie Tzuke Mike McGear McCartney SEX, DRUGS & Rock ‘N’ ROLL (I wish!)

10 Swing Rattle and Roll 11 The Fureys and Davey Arthur 15 Lee Hurst - ‘Things that Make You Go AAARGGH!!!’

17 - 18 Take Centre Stage 23 Mitch Benn is The 37th Beatle 24 The Searchers 24 Proms in The Park (Whatman Millenium Park) 26 - 31 Mandy Ellen Performing Arts School

May 3

The Trials of Oscar Wilde

June 6

The Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre 11 - 14 From Blitz to Broadway

July 2

Andrew Dee - Black or White

August

June 1 6 7 8 14 18 - 21

FREE Sway Street Taster Day

Beat ‘T’ Your Feet Up Pompeii The Floyd Effect Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise Herman’s Hermits All Shook Up

4-9 31

S & J Productions Week-long Workshop Musical in A Day - Wicked

September 12

Austen’s Women

July 8 - 12 13 15 - 16 18 - 19

Oh What A lovely War Mandy Ellen Performing Arts School It’s A Kind Of Magic Amanda Jayne’s Dance Academy

August 3 Only One Direction 11 - 15 James and The Giant Peach 11 - 15 High School Heavy Weights 23 The Kast off Kinks 26 - 30 Children of Eden

September 6 12 13 18 19 20

Ultimate Elton and The Rocket Band Supersonic 70s All That Jazz An Evening with Steve Parrish Hal Cruttenden Nashville Nights & Dixie Days

Week/Monthly Classes and Workshops Day

Activity

Mon

Hazlitt Youth Theatre, Hazlitt Writers’ Group

Tues

Hazlitt Youth Theatre, Fit As A Fiddle

Wed

Hazlitt Youth Theatre, Yoga, Hazlitt Choir, Love The Yarn Club

Thurs

Hazlitt Youth Theatre, Ceroc, Love The Fashion Club, After School Fashion Club

Fri

Hop Shed with Chicken Shed Theatre

Sat

Hazlitt Youth Theatre, Sway Street Dance

BOX OFFICE 01622 758611 • BOOK ONLINE www.hazlittartscentre.co.uk

Calendar May 2014 – September 2014