September - December Winter Brochure 2019

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What’s on September - december 2019

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Welcome to a New Season Welcome to the Hazlitt Theatre’s new Autumn Season. With the summer just coming to an end displaying some record weather temperatures we have to prepare ourselves for the colder months ahead.

So what better way, as we open the new brochure with the last of the summer sunshine on our faces, to prepare than to come and watch some productions from the very diverse offerings at the county town’s very own theatre.

Music galore with the amazing ‘The Three Degrees’, ‘Walk Like a Man’ and tributes such as ‘Abbamania’, ‘The Elvis Years’ and ‘Beach Boys Smile’ to name a few. We have plenty of great stand-up comedy as we throw open the doors and welcome back Jim Davidson, Gary Delaney, Kevin Bloody Wilson & Paul Zerdin.

For theatre lovers The Studio opens it doors to some very exciting new work in ‘Gutted’ and ‘Orphan’ of which the details can be found within the brochure.

Martin Cleverley General Manager

And if things needed to get any better, to make those long nights more bearable, the Autumn season always culminates with the Once again The Hazlitt Theatre has not The Hazlitt Theatre’s very own Pantomime forgotten its younger customers with shows Production. Once again we have gone out such as ‘Dear Zoo’ & ‘Mr Men and Little and got you someone very exciting to front Miss’. The fantastic Hazlitt Youth Theatre this years offering. We promise a great cast will be staging it’s very own unique version spearheaded by the very charming, very of ‘Fame’ and of course for our very little talented and all round great guy, Mr Jake customers, The Hazlitt will be welcoming Quickenden. Beauty and the Beast will be back ‘Little Star’ in December. The interactive a pantomime full of fun, song, dance and show designed for parent and baby that sold maybe even some fire!!!! And this year we out earlier this year is set to return. are officially Maidstone’s only panto!

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

Season Highlights

Tabby McTat

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Silas Marner

Mon 7th - Wed 9th Oct Thur 3rd Oct

La Voix

Mr Men & Little Miss

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August & September Hot Picks Thur 15th Aug, 2pm, Theatre, Family

Sam & Mark’s On The Road Show Children’s TV royalty Sam and Mark, as seen on CBBC’s Big Friday Wind-Up and Copycats, are taking to the road with a brand new live show this summer. Join the BAFTA award-winning duo for an unmissable hour of entertainment jam-packed with sketches, jokes and games in a show full of fun and laughs for all the family.

TICKETS: £15.50 & £11.50 Child

Sat 17th Aug, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Total 80’s

This is a theatre show unlike any other; with its party atmosphere it will evoke memories you’d forgotten.

TICKETS: £23.50

Wed 21st Aug, 2pm, Theatre, Family

Jay Foreman’s Disgusting Songs for Revolting Children Jay provides a devilishly cheeky hour of songs, poems and comedy for children of all ages in this family-friendly show which regularly sells out its entire runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

TICKETS: £13.50 & £11.50 Concessions

Wed 28th Aug, 5pm, Theatre, Music

We Love Little Mix

Featuring songs such as DNA, Wings, Salute, Black Magic, Love Me Like You, Secret Love Song and many, many more.

TICKETS: £17

August & September Hot Picks Thur 29th Aug, 2:30pm, Theatre, Family

Right Royal Draw Along Join acclaimed children’s writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt and draw along with him! He’ll be showing you how to sketch favourite characters like Tracy Beaker and Timothy Pope, sharing ways of creating fantastic creatures like dragons and unicorns, and giving loads of top tips. Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on and expect plenty of chances to join in.

TICKETS: £11.50 & £9.50 Concessions

Wed 4th Sept, 1:30pm & 4:30pm, Thur 5th Sept, 11am & 2pm, Theatre, Family

Dear Zoo After a successful debut tour, Dear Zoo the timeless children’s classic book returns to the stage in 2019!

Rod Campbell’s best-selling lift the flap book has delighted generations of young readers since it was first published in 1982.

And has sold more than 8 million copies worldwide.

This production will delight all those who have read the book (both young and old) as it unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction.

TICKETS: £15.50, £50 Family, £10 A Ticket For Schools Fri 6th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Roy Orbison & The Travelling Wilburys Experience Come and celebrate with the The Wilburys as they commemorate 31 YEARS since the original album release and pay a special tribute to The Big O, who died later the same year. With tributes to Jeff Lynne, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison and Bob Dylan. All The Traveling Wilbury hits and classics are included in the show including Handle with Care, End of the Line, Wilbury Twist, Heading for the Light, Tweeter and the Monkey Man, Nobody’s Child, Last Night and many more.

TICKETS: £26 & £24 Concessions Wed 18th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Hazlitt Theatre Choir

Rhythms Of Life: A Celebration Of Syncopation Join the Hazlitt Theatre’s very own Choir, as they sing exciting and emotive arrangements of all of your favourite musical theatre and pop hits! From ‘Carole King’ to ‘Come From Away’, there’s something for everyone!

TICKETS: £10

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Sat 7th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

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Walk Like A Man WALK LIKE A MAN takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since its debut in 2005.

Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more.

TICKETS: £24.50 & £22.50 Concessions Thur 12th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Comedy

John Robins: Hot Shame

Sat 7th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Perrier Award-Winner, Digital DJ, Vibe-Magnet, yells into a well.

Join John Robins for his new stand-up show following the critically lauded, sell-out smash, ‘The Darkness Of Robins’. As well as receiving widespread acclaim for his radio show with Elis James, John Robins has gained a reputation as a stand-up for finding humour in our bleakest moments. Expect soul-bearing, self-lacerating, piping-hot shame!

Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner 2017. As seen on Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, Live At The BBC, 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown Age restriction 16+

TICKETS: £19 Fri 13th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Comedy

Murder She Didn’t Write: The Improvised Murder Mystery Age restriction 12+ A classic murder mystery is created on the spot in this ingenious and hilarious show from Bristol Improv Theatre’s resident company.

You become Agatha Christie in this improvised comedy as each night an original murder mystery play is created based entirely on audience suggestions. So take up your magnifying glasses and don your deerstalkers for a never-seen-before (and never-to-be-seenagain) evening of murder, mayhem and making it up on the spot.

‘HHHHThis show is everything a fringe comedy should be: original, professional, and very, very funny.’

TICKETS:£17.50 & £15.50 Concessions

Edinburgh Fringe Review

Sat 14th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

They blow the roof off every time we have them, so we couldn’t wait to invite them back again!

Featured in the BBC TV documentary ‘The Joy of the Guitar Riff’ (alongside Brian May, Tony Iommi & Dave Grohl) Purple Zeppelin are proud to pay tribute to the two greatest Rock Bands of all time, Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin!!!

Touring for over 10 years and seen by more than 6 million people, live and on TV, Purple Zeppelin are four talented and versatile musicians. With decades of playing between them and thousands of gigs in the UK and overseas, every show is an unforgettable experience.

TICKETS: £22 & £20 Concessions

Tues 17th Sept, 1:30pm & 4:30pm, Theatre, Family

Tabby McTat

Tabby McTat is a cat with the loudest of meee-ews and a best friend with a guitar.Together they sing their favourite songs delighting the crowds, until one day Fred disappears.

Separated and alone, Tabby finds shelter and a new life with all the home comforts that any cat could dream of.

However, memories of his life with Fred haunt him, and he sets off to search the streets for his long-lost friend. © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

TICKETS: £14.50 £11.50 Schools

‘HHHHThe zippiest Donaldson adaptation I’ve seen - a real delight’ Time Out

Sat 21st Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Who’s Next: The Who Tribute From the explosive opening power chords of I Can’t Explain to the majestic pomp of Won’t Get Fooled Again Who’s Next embody The Who in their prime.

Expect to see Daltrey’s swinging microphone and gutsy vocals, Townshend’s trademark windmill guitar playing style, Entwistle’s ice-cool virtuoso bass playing and Moon’s wild-man antics; demolishing the drums like a man possessed! Who’s Next wear period stage outfits and use authentic instruments to create the total WHO concert experience.

TICKETS: £22

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Tues 24th Sept, 8pm, Theatre, Comedy

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Glittery Clittery 16+ Age Restriction

Fierce and funny, the show is a high-energy party bursting with original live music, anarchic audience games, DIY glamour, sharp-witted observations and of course, ridiculously epic dance moves.

TICKETS: £16.50

“A rip-roaring, inspirational, life-affirming hour of solid gold entertainment.” Broadway Baby Wed 25th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Someone Like You: The Adele Songbook Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC Special, the outstanding Katie Markham leads a super-talented six piece band through all your favourite Adele hits plus much more in this internationally acclaimed show – from powerhouse performances with Force 10 vocals through to intimate torch songs and a spellbinding sit down acoustic section.

The world class show faithfully recreates the magic of the three record-breaking albums 19, 21 and 25 - including Chasing Pavements, Make You Feel My Love, Set Fire To The Rain, Someone Like You, Hello, Rolling In The Deep, Skyfall and many more.

Someone Like You also pays homage to some of Adele’s musical heroes, from Etta James to George Michael, via the Cure, to name but a few.

TICKETS: £24 & £23 Concessions Thur 26th Sept, Thur 31st Oct & Thur 21st Nov, 8pm, Theatre, Comedy

The Comedy Store Maidstone Age restriction 18+ With nearly 40 years experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent, and remains the place to see tomorrow’s stars today.

The likes of Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Rhod Gilbert and Sarah Millican, have all cut their comedy teeth with us.

We bring you “The Best in Stand Up” from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy today.

TICKETS: £16.50

Fri 27th Sept 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Queen of the Night

A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award-winning production features a sensational line-up of musicians and artists, and together with a powerhouse and breath-taking performance in the spirit of Whitney, deliver a show that exceeds expectation on every level.

Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hit’s that include, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I’m Every Woman, My Love is Your Love, So Emotional Baby, Run to You, Saving All My Love, I will Always Love You, and many more, this show beautifully remembers the most highly awarded female artiste in the world ever!

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TICKETS: £26.50 Sat 28th Sept, 7:30pm, Theatre, Comedy

Jonny & The Baptists Love Maidstone & Hate Ba***rds Age restriction 16+ We live in a divided world, and we want to cross that divide.

But how can we be popular now ‘populist’ means ‘I’m a s**t’? Answer: WE LOVE EVERYONE. Oh, except ba***rds.

Everyone hates ba***rds, right? We agree.

Multi-award nominated musical-activist-comedians, Jonny & The Baptists, are sick of being political and divisive. This show is about how everything is definitely fine. Let’s just get along!

TICKETS: £15.50 Tues 1st Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Buddy Holly

and the Cricketers 27 Years of Rock ’n’ Rolling The World!

This breathtaking show has rock ’n’ rolled audiences across the globe from Cardiff to California, Barking to Bangkok and Swindon to Sweden and is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles.

Whatever the season, whatever the excuse to party, make your Heartbeat a little faster with the show that has thousands of fans the world over saying: “I can’t believe it’s not Buddy!”

TICKETS: £23.50 & £20.50 Concessions

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Wed 2nd Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Drama

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Silas Marner Wrongfully condemned and outcast from society, a poor weaver, eaten up with bitterness and anger, becomes a doomed miser and recluse, until he is forced to take in a young orphan girl. Their mutual friendship leads to joy, love and his redemption.

The heart moving action, set in the early years of the 19th century, is performed by an ensemble cast of seven actors accompanied by music and songs of the period.

TICKETS: £21.50 & £19.50 CONCESSIONS £17.50 HAZLITT MEMBERS Thur 3rd Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Adult

La Voix

Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist, larger than life La Voix dazzles audiences with her incredible voice, natural wit and hilarious impersonations. From celebrities to The Royal Family, her glamorous performances have taken her around the world.

La Voix and her band bring you bewitching renditions of jazz, musical theatre and pop classics that are scarily accurate impressions of her female icons - from Cher to Tina Turner, Shirley Bassey to Liza Minelli no diva is spared.

A feast for the senses, this evening of frills, frocks and fun is one not to be missed

TICKETS: £22.50 & £20.50 Concessions

Sat 5th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Abbamania You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life.

Celebrating Over 40 years of ABBA. Europe’s leading Abba tribute, Abbamania, continue to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and musical performance live on stage.

Abbamania widely acclaimed tribute to Abba is a sensational two hour show featuring record breaking and timeless hits from Waterloo to Dancing Queen which will have you dancing in the aisles.

So dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable night with Abbamania.

TICKETS: £26.50

Sun 6th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Comedy

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Enjoy an intimate evening with John Challis, one of the nation’s greatest comedy actors, best known as Boycie in BBC1’s Only Fools and Horses. In this one-off show the national treasure will reveal secrets from the set with stories and anecdotes from his dazzling career.

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Only Fools & Boycie

Mr Challis will also meet fans after the show to sign autographs and pose for pictures, while signing copies of his autobiography, Being Boycie, and novel, Reggie: A Stag At Bay.

TICKETS: £19.50 Mon 7th Oct, 4:30pm, Tues 8th Oct & Wed 9th Oct, 11am & 2pm, Theatre, Family

Mr Men & Little Miss on stage Join your favourite Mr. Men and Little Miss characters as they leap off the page and onto the stage in this beautifully crafted and hilarious live stage show!

For almost 50 years, Mr. Men and Little Misses have brought joy to millions of children all over the world through self-expression, colour, simplicity and humour.

Featuring Mr. Bump, Little Miss Splendid, Mr. Tickle, Little Miss Inventor and many more, Happyland bursts to life in a series of colourful and timeless stories told through puppetry and music.

TICKETS: £15.50 & £13.50 Child Thur 10th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

The Three Degrees

With original members Helen Scott & Valerie Holiday.

All the way from the USA… 50th Anniversary Tour.

The Three Degrees are an American female vocal group, formed in 1963 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The group has remained a trio with two original members since Sheila Ferguson left many moons ago.

A firm favourite with Prince Charles they sang at his 30th birthday party and were guests at his wedding to Princess Diana.

TICKETS: £26.50

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Fri 11th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

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Faith: The George Michael Legacy Faith - The George Michael Legacy returns with a brand-new production for 2018. A stunning celebration remembering one of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time. This energetic, vibrant musical journey brings to life 35 years of hits from George’s glittering career.

You Gotta Have Faith!

This is a tribute show and is in no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.

TICKETS: £26.50 Sat 12th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

The Elvis Years

The Elvis Years is an outstanding musical production which brings to the stage the incredible and compelling story of the ‘king of rock and roll’ - Elvis Presley.

With nostalgic film footage, and over twelve costume changes, this glittering two-hour production includes classic hits such as That’s Alright Mama, Suspicious Minds, It’s Now or Never, Heartbreak Hotel, Blue Suede Shoes, Hound Dog, Love Me Tender, If I Can Dream and many more.

TICKETS: £25 Sun 13th Oct, 8pm, Theatre, Comedy

Ed Gamble: Blizzard Age restriction 16+

After a sellout national tour in Spring 2019, Ed Gamble’s tour has been extended. As seen on Live at The Apollo (BBC2), Mock the Week (BBC2), The Russell Howard Hour (Sky), Royal Variety (ITV) Comedy Central at the Comedy Store (Comedy Central), Hypothetical (Dave), Drunk History (Comedy Central), The Apprentice You’re Fired (BBC2), Man Down (Channel 4), Conan (TBS) and a short film he can’t remember the name of where he killed a man from The Bill (ITV) with a spade.

TICKETS: £16.50

Stick Man Celebrating 10 stick-tacular years!

Touching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s STICK MAN is back!

What starts off as a morning jog becomes quite the misadventure for Stick Man: a dog wants to play fetch with him, a swan builds a nest with him, and he even ends up on a fire! How will Stick Man ever get back to the family tree?

TICKETS: £15.50 & £13.50 Child School / Nursery groups of 10+ £11.50 Groups of 10+ £13.50 Stick Man © 2008 Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Published by Alison Green Books, an imprint of Scholastic Children’s Books

Thur 17th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Comedy

Paul Zerdin’s Puppet Party

Starring everyone’s favourites Sam, Albert and Baby, there’ll be his new bodyguard, an urban fox, some hilarious audience participation - and talking ice cream!

All using a mixture of master puppeteering, state of the art animatronic wizardry and a unique blend of edgy comedy.

Most recently, Paul returned to The London Palladium pantomime in Snow White, having also starred in the 2017 Olivier Award-winning Dick Whittington at The London Palladium. He took a Las Vegas residency at the legendary Planet Hollywood with his hit show Mouthing Off, and toured the UK with All Mouth in 2017.

TICKETS: £21.50 Fri 18th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Kate Bush-Ka A stunning live performance of the sensational music of Kate Bush.

Kate Bush-Ka delivers an immersive performance of Kate’s alluring repertoire starting with the revolutionary first album The Kick Inside.

The band will then take you on a journey throughout her career and across genres to deliver exciting live versions of her phenomenal hits as well as lesserknown epic album tracks, such as Breathing.

Complete with authentic costumes and choreography, lead singer Kate Smith conveys a captivating rendition of this highly original and unique artist. An absolute must see for all Kate fans.

TICKETS: £19.50

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Tues 15th Oct, 4:30pm & Wed 16th Oct, 11am & 4:30pm, Theatre, Family

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‘Standing ovation to packed houses every night’ The Mirror

Mon 28th & Tues 29th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Comedy

Jim Davidson:

The People Fight Back The people’s favourite and one of Britain’s greatest ever comedians, JIM DAVIDSON OBE telling it ‘like it is’.

Are you fed up with this PC world we now find ourselves in? Well, come and see Jim’s brand-new and outrageous show.

Enough is enough, it’s time to fight back!

TICKETS: £24 Wed 30th Oct, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Tom Jones My My My Delilah This truly outstanding concert production celebrates the man, the music and the voice of one of the greatest singers of our time, Sir Tom Jones.

Together with West End Star Glen Leon’s astounding vocal likeness and powerful range, a band of gifted musicians and superb backing singers, this highly acclaimed show takes you on a wonderful rollercoaster ride through five decades of hits including; It’s Not Unusual, Green Green Grass of Home, Sex Bomb, Fall in Love, Kiss, Thunderball, She’s A Lady, What’s New Pussycat, and many many more.

TICKETS: £26.50 & £24.50 Concessions

Fri 1st Nov, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

The Beach Boys smile Love of music, vocal harmony and Brian Wilson’s composition are what brings five young and incredibly talented musicians together to form Beach Boys Smile (aka BBS). Their roots can be traced as far back as the 80s when three brothers sang along to the classic surf tunes of the Beach Boys in the car on their way to the sunny beach, radio cranked up high!

Every time BBS put on a show, all these memories flood back and put a smile on audiences faces the world over.

All the greatest songs and feel of The Beach Boys!!

TICKETS: £25

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Motown Greatest Hits: How Sweet It Is Now in its 18th successive year, this stunning 100% live show combines first class music with the slickest choreography and an amazing band, to deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever have!

This show will have you Dancing On The Ceiling, with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and many, many more.

TICKETS: £25 Tues 5th - Sat 9th Nov, 7.30pm, Theatre, Hire

Presented By The Willington Players This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Samuel French Ltd A comedy by Alan Ayckbourn Classic Ayckbourn! When Frank Foster’s wife and Teresa Phillips’ husband try to cover up their affair, Frank and Teresa both get the wrong end of the stick and set about trying to heal a non-existent rift in the marriage of a third couple.

Comedy becomes farce when the third couple are invited to dinner parties in the Foster’s and the Phillips’ houses on consecutive nights - both events being portrayed on stage at the same time!

TICKETS: £15 & £13 Concessions Sun 10th Nov, 2pm, Theatre, Dance

The Nutcracker Presented by the Vienna Festival Ballet

Be swept away on a magical adventure in one of the most famous classical ballets of all time – The Nutcracker.

With its combination of enchanting choreography and unforgettable music, this fabulous ballet is a Christmas treat like no other.

TICKETS: £21.50 & £18.50 Concessions

“A truly spellbinding performance!” BURNLEY EXPRESS

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Sat 2nd Nov 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

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EXChaNGE STUDIO

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Sun 15th Sept, 2:30pm, Exchange Studio, Family

Suddenly

Join Really Big Pants Theatre Company on their return to the Hazlitt for a fast, fun twist on traditional tales. Help with a very special spell, ride on a flying carpet and battle some bad manners!

TICKETS: £11.50 & £9.50 Concessions / Child

Sun 29th Sept, 1pm & 3:30pm, Exchange Studio, Family

The Princess & The Frog After sell out tours around the UK, Let’s All Dance is delighted to return with this beautiful, classical ballet to charm audiences young and old.

TICKETS: £10.50 & £8.50 Concessions Sun 13th Oct, 11am & 2pm, Exchange Studio, Family

Hey Diddle Diddle Ever wondered how a cow jumped over the moon?

Or why the dish ran away with the spoon? With original songs played live on stage, brilliant puppetry and lots of laughter, this new show is a wild and musical celebration about the importance of imagination.

TICKETS: £11.50 & £9.50 child Sat 19th Oct, 7:30pm, Exchange Studio, Comedy

Gutted “Powerful and playful” The Reviews Hub

GUTTED a black comedy explores the lives of three strong women who work in a fish factory in 1980’s Dublin. Told through comic monologue, raw powerful language, movement and dance, the women give us a snapshot of the characters and challenges in their lives at the time.

TICKETS: £16.50 Thur 31st Oct, 7:30pm, Exchange Studio, Drama

Getting The Third Degree

This compelling new drama tells the powerful and deeply moving story of Laurie Cunningham who came to prominence with West Bromwich Albion in the late 1970’s.

Tickets: £13.50 & £11.50 Concessions & Student

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Orphan

Age restriction 16+

‘I Never Had A Chance, They’d Made Up Their Mind About Me From The Moment They Opened That Door And Found Me Bawling On The Step.’

TICKETS: £15.50 Sat 2nd Nov, 7:30pm, Exchange Studio, Comedy

MARVELus

All The Marvel Movies... Kind Of The show draws from hugely popular MARVEL movies to create it’s comedy, squeezing (almost) all the films from the Marvel Cinematic Universe into one action-packed evening of laughs.

TICKETS: £13.50 & £11.50 Concessions Sun 3rd Nov, 2pm, Exchange Studio, Family

Captain Flinn & The Pirate Dinosaurs: The Magic Cutlass Join Flinn in an action-packed adventure as he attempts to rescue his kidnapped friends who have been forced to hunt for the Magic Cutlass by his nemesis, the tyrannical Mr T-Rex!

TICKETS:£14.50 & £12.50 Concessions Sat 9th Nov, 7:30pm, Exchange Studio, Comedy

Choice Grenfell

Kick In The Head are following up their hugely successful productions of Old Herbaceous, Fagin? and Three Men in a Boat with a wonderful production dedicated to one of the country’s best loved comediennes, Joyce Grenfell.

TICKETS: £15.50 £14.10 MAPLESDEN STUDENT Fri 6th Dec, 11am, 12:30pm & 2:30pm, Exchange Studio, Family

Little Star A Star lit show for babies 6-18 months Meet Little Star as she swings from shooting stars, slides down crescent moons and bounces on fluffy clouds. Combining puppetry, music and captivating visuals, an intimate, relaxed setting makes this the perfect first theatre experiences.

TICKETS: £13.50 One Adult & One Child £7.50 Extra Adult

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Fri 1st Nov, 7:30pm, Exchange Studio, Drama

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Wed 13th Nov, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

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Walk Right Back

The Everly Brothers Story

From their rise to fame, decade-long feud and glorious reunion, follow the sad yet glorious story of The Everly Brothers.

Featuring all the hits including Bye Bye Love, All I Have To Do Is Dream and Cathy’s Clown, plus many more classics immortalised by those trademark “harmonies from heaven”.

TICKETS: £25

Thur 14th Nov, 7:30pm, Theatre, Comedy

Kevin Bloody Wilson Age restriction 14+ A long time ago, a long way from anywhere, in a West Australian mining town called Kalgoorlie, the legend of Kevin Bloody Wilson was born. It all started innocently enough - just a guy with too much time on his hands changing the words to other people’s songs, and writing a few of his own, purely for the fun of it.

Thirty-five years later, countless live gigs and millions of album sales down the track, Kevin Bloody Wilson has not only found his niche, he’s grabbed an esky and a deckchair and he’s made himself really bloody comfortable in it!

TICKETS: sold out Fri 15th Nov, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Jive talkin:

Bee Gees in Concert Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that have actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin performed LIVE on HEART FM with THE BEE GEES and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb…

For a truly amazing experience and an opportunity to hear all the great Bee Gees hits; Tragedy, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Stayin Alive, Jive Talkin, etc, in a two hour explosion of music and vocal harmony, this is a night not to be missed!

TICKETS: £24 & £20 Concessions

Sat 16th Nov 8pm, Theatre, Comedy

Wrecked But Ready

The Times

Age restriction 14+ Phil McIntyre Entertainments Ltd by arrangement with Lisa Thomas Management Presents Jason Byrne: Wrecked But Ready Jason Byrne returns with his brand-new show, Wrecked But Ready. After 23 consecutive years, Jason is wrecked but he is as ever ready (which is a battery, but he’s more Duracell than Eveready).

In particular, the past year has been extremely testing for the wrecked Jason, but despite all this is he’s waiting to spill it out on stage.

TICKETS: £21

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‘A master craftsman’ The Times

Sun 17th Nov, 7:30pm, Theatre, Comedy

Gary Delaney

Gagster’s Paradise Age restriction 16+ Due to exceptional demand and an array of sold out dates all over the UK, Britain’s leading one-liner comic extends his brand new 2018 tour with even more dates for 2019 and 2020, returning to the road with another onslaught of lean, expertly crafted gaggery.

A Mock The Week regular and recent star of the new Live At The Apollo series, Gary’s shows are renowned in the business for a near unrivalled volume of high-class gags.

Please note Coolio will not be appearing.

TICKETS: £18.50 Wed 20th Nov, 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Blake:

Movies & Musicals Blake are proud to announce their brand-new UK tour for 2019; Movies and Musicals.

For over 10 years Blake have performed Classical, Opera and Crossover and given them a beautiful unique sound.

2019’s exclusive new tour will see them choose music from their favourite movies and musicals and arrange them with their own exclusive harmonies. Songs from all the greats like Morricone, Barry, Bernstein and Bizet will be amongst many that feature in this brand-new tour. Add to this a beautiful backdrop, incredible choirs and some hilarious stories and it all adds up to the perfect night out.

TICKETS: £25.50

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Jason Byrne:

‘the outright King of live comedy’

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‘They’re the closest you’re ever going to get to the real thing’ Bill Legend (original T.Rex drummer)

Fri 22nd Nov, 8pm, Theatre, Music

T. Rextasy

Marc Bolan, with his band T.Rex, was one of the most flamboyant and charismatic stars of the original glam rock era. With Bolan’s special ingredient of Rock-a-Boogie songs, the band had a string of huge hits throughout the 1970s including Love to Boogie, Telegram Sam, Jeepster and 20th Century Boy. Truly a rock’n’roll concert for all ages - If you would like to know exactly what a Marc Bolan concert was like in the 1970s, this show is for you!

TICKETS: £25

Sat 23rd Nov 7:30pm, Theatre, Music

Frankly Aretha Undoubtedly the queen of soul music, relive the magic and sound of Aretha Franklin in this brand-new tribute show set to take the world by storm.

Get ready as we take you on a trip down memory lane in a tribute to one of the best selling musical artists of all time, a truly soulful sensation!

Featuring the incredible vocal talents of American soul singer Phinesta Taylor and her 10 piece live band, this brand new tribute show spectacular will have you up on your feet, clapping your hands and singing along to some of Aretha Franklin’s massive smash hit songs such as Think , Respect, Natural Woman, Say A Little Prayer, Rolling In The Deep, Son Of A Preacher Man, plus many more classics.

This is a tribute show and is in no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.

TICKETS: £28 Rows A - G, £26 Rows H - Q, £24 Balcony Mon 9th Dec, 8pm, Theatre, Comedy

Milton Jones in Milton: Impossible Warm Up Show One man. One Mission. Is it possible? No, not really.

Milton reveals the truth about being an international spy, before being given a disappointing new identity which forced him to appear on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo.

Tickets: £20

‘He’s fast, absurd and very Funny’ Radio Times

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Next Season Shows Thu 9th Jan

Peter Panties Tues 14th Jan

Michael Portillo -

Life: A Game Of Two Halves Wed 15th & Thur 16th Jan

Jane Eyre Sat 18th Jan

Stephen K Amos: everyman Sat 25th Jan

The Music Of Prince Fri 7th Feb

Don Giovanni Sat 8th Feb

Roy Chubby Brown

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Sun 16th Feb

Jimeoin Thur 20th Feb

Three Billy Goats Gruff Fri 28th Feb

Kaleidoscope Members Priority Booking & Discount*

Tues 3rd Mar

Ben Hart: wonder Sat 7th Mar

The Rolling Stones Story Sun 29th Mar

An Evening With Sir Geoff Hurst Members Priority Booking & Discount*

Tues 7th Apr

Sooty Members Priority Booking & Discount*

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Maidstone Film Society 9 September 2019

The membership prices for the season are: SINGLE - £37.00 COUPLES - £69.00 CONCESSIONARY - £32.00 [UK/CA/US 2018] 98 mins Cert: PG

STAN AND OLLIE

With their golden era long behind them, Laurel and Hardy embark on a variety hall tour of the UK and Ireland.

Despite the pressures of a hectic schedule, their love of performing and affection for each other keeps them together through what will prove to be a triumphant farewell. Steve Coogan and John C Reilly are amazing as the two Hollywood stars in this lovingly crafted biopic.

23 September 2019

[Japan 2018] 121 mins Cert: 15

SHOPLIFTERS

On the margins of Tokyo, a dysfunctional band of outsiders are united by fierce loyalty, a penchant for petty theft, and playful grifting. When they find a young, frightened girl on the streets and take her in, secrets are exposed that upend their tenuous, below-the-radar existence. This tender and empathetic tale of a family living on the edge won the Palme D’Or at Cannes in 2018.

7 October 2019

[UK 2018] 91 mins Cert: 12A

THE FIGHT

Tina lives in a quiet seaside town but her life is anything but quiet - her mother is threatening to leave her father, her daughter is being bullied and she and her husband Mick are juggling full time jobs and three children. In an effort to sweat out her inner demons, she decides to don boxing gloves and step into the ring - literally. Jessica Hynes stars in this Kent-set drama, much of which was shot on the coast around Folkestone.

21 October 2019

[POL/UK/FR 2018] 89 mins Cert: 15

COLD WAR

In the ruins of post-war Poland, Wiktor and Zula fall deeply, obsessively in love. As musicians forced to play for the Soviet propaganda machine, they dream of escaping to the creative freedom of the West. From the director of Ida, this is an epic romance set against the backdrop of Europe after WW2. Sumptuously shot in luminous black and white, it spans decades and nations to tell a tragic but moving love story.

11 November 2019

[UK/BE/IT/DE 2018] 105 mins Cert: 15

THE HAPPY PRINCE

In a cheap Parisian hotel Oscar Wilde lies on his death bed.

The past floods back, taking him to other times and places: was he really once the most famous man in London? And what of his fatal love affair with Lord Alfred Douglas, and the failed attempt to be reconciled with his long-suffering wife Constance? Rupert Everett stars and directs in a labour of love telling of the final days of the doomed poet, author and genius.

2 December 2019

[Pal/FR/Col/DE/UAE/Qat/NO 2017] 96 mins Cert: 15

WAJIB

(The Wedding Invitation)

Palestinian writer-director Annemarie Jacir has followed up her two previous films with Wajib, which has proved a hit at festivals. It is the run up to Christmas, and tacky decorations are everywhere in Nazareth. Schoolteacher Abu Shadi’s daughter is getting married , and the proud father has the daunting task of hand-delivering every single wedding invitation. This comic drama nicely illustrates the director’s assertion that ‘family makes you crazy’.

The contact details: Membership secretary Francois-Yves Belver Tel 01622 746078 (or contact the Hazlitt theatre box office) Web site : www.maidstone-film-society.org.uk The films all start at 8:00 pm on Mondays in the Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone

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Classes 5pm - 6pm Children And Youth Theatre 6pm - 7pm, Adult Theatre (18+)

Hop Shed on Fridays Hopshed are proud to produce beautiful, inspirational and groundbreaking theatre!

Join now! Our fantastic, inclusive performance workshops involve movement, drama, singing and story-making. Led by Hopshed’s highly experienced and enthusiastic staff, Hopshed’s creative and artistic workshops are specifically designed to encourage members to make friends, develop new skills and grow in confidence in a vibrant and

uplifting environment.

Hopshed is Kent’s only truly inclusive theatre, where everyone is welcome and everyone is valued.

Supported by The Symbol Trust, Hopshed is currently made up of 60 members with or without disabilities.

Find us on Fridays during term time at the Hazlitt Theatre!

To find out more or get involved: Email: hopshed@symboltrust.org Tel: 01622 859 216

HATHA YOGA CLASSES with Yvonne Celder BWY (British Wheel of Yoga) Dip Hazlitt Theatre, Wednesdays between 12 – 1.00 pm Mixed ability Yoga classes for all, 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.

Cost: Drop in £10

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Dance Classes

Thursdays Junior - 4-5pm - 6-11yrs Senior - 6.30 - 7.30pm - 11-14yrs Intermediate - 7.30-8.30pm - 14 - 19yrs Working on many different styles of dance including commercial, contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theatre, partner work and many more These classes are developed to help build confidence in dance as well as being a fun environment to learn a new skill.

Classes Coming Soon: Zumba / Baby Ballet / Once Upon a Song (Parent & Baby) For further information email: hazlitt.youththeatre@parkwoodtheatres.co.uk or visit www.hazlitttheatre.com

BECOME A HAZLITT THEATRE MEMBER Benefits Include: • Queue jumping • Beat the queue and book first • Two Free Drinks on us • VIP nights • Receive our newsletter • Money saving ticket offers • Seasonal brochure as well as exclusive members offers at Wagamama Maidstone

Membership available from £30

HOW TO BUY: Call our Box Office on 01622 758611 Visit Our Box Office 10:00 - 16:00 MON - SAT Sign up at www.hazlitttheatre.com

Hazlitt Theatre Choir Love singing? Love learning exciting new material? Love singing your favourites?

Well, we cover it all!

The Hazlitt Theatre is proud to host it’s own In House Choir, meeting weekly throughout term time in our Exchange Studio, and performing onstage at the Hazlitt Theatre.

Covering a wide range of styles and repertoire - we’ve got Musical Theatre, Pop, Acapella & Traditional classics to suit ALL abilities of singers! Come along and join us at one of our termly taster sessions, or better still - sign up for a term and get singing along to all your favourites today!

No Audition Required - Bespoke Musical Arrangements Materials Provided - Individual Harmony Rehearsal Tracks - Theatre Trips & Discounted Tickets

ONLY £65 PER TERM (10X WEEKS) Rhythms of Life: A Celebration of Syncopation, Wed 18th Sept

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BOOKING & ACCESS Booking fees

Access

In order to ensure our booking fees are transparent please note the following information;

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

A booking fee of £1.50/£2.00 will be charged 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.

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.

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

In Person Hazlitt Theatre, Earl Street Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1PL, Monday – Saturday from 10am – 4pm.

(Box Office opens 1 hour prior to each performance in the Hazlitt Theatre and 30mins for performances in the Exchange Studio).

Adapted toilet facilities are also available.

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 – 4pm

Booster Seats The Hazlitt Theatre has a limited number of booster seats available on a first come first served basis. Children under 2 yrs can sit on a parents lap for most performances free of charge. Please check when booking.

Online www.hazlitttheatre.com

Smoking Policy Smoking or the use of E-Cigarettes is prohibited.

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

No photography or filming allowed during performances.

HOW TO FIND US

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.

Hazlitt Theatre

Children under 16 years old.

Over 60 people aged 60 and over.

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.

Park and Ride

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.

London Road: (M20 Junction 5) Willington Street: (A20 at Bearsted) Mon – Fri 7am – 6.30pm, Sat 8am – 6.30pm

Refund/Exchange of tickets

By Rail

Exchange/reprinting of tickets will incur a fee of 50p per ticket.

In the unlikely event of a performance being cancelled a full refund or exchange will be offered free of charge.

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.

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.hazlitttheatre.com

Maidstone East (nearest), Maidstone West and Maidstone Barracks are all within walking distance.

By Road 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).

Sandling Road Car Park – From £1.10 for up to an hour to £6 for 5+ hours. Season tickets are not accepted.

calendar September 2019 - March 2020

Programme listings for the Hazlitt Theatre & Exchange Studio SEPTEMBER 4-5 Dear Zoo 6 Roy Orbison and The Travelling Wilbury’s Experience 7 Walk Like A Man 12 John Robins - Hot Shame 13 Murder She Didn’t Write:

The Improvised Murder Mystery 14 Purple Zeppelin 15 Suddenly 17 Tabby McTat 18 Hazlitt Theatre Choir - Rhythms Of Life:

A Celebration Of Syncopation 21 Who’s Next - The Who Tribute 24 Glittery Clittery 25 Someone Like You - The Adele Songbook 26 The Comedy Store, Maidstone 27 Whitney - Queen Of The Night 28 Jonny & The Baptists Love Maidstone

& Hate Ba***rds 29 The Princess & The Frog OCTOBER 1 Buddy Holly & The Cricketers 2 Silas Marner 3 La Voix 5 Abbamania 6 Only Fools & Boycie 7-9 Mr Men & Little Miss 10 The Three Degrees 11 Faith - The George Michael Legacy 12 The Elvis Years 13 Ed Gamble - Blizzard 13 Hey Diddle Diddle 15-16 Stick Man 17 Paul Zerdin’s Puppet Party 18 Kate Bush-Ka 19 Gutted 24-26 Fame - Presented By The Hazlitt Youth Theatre 26 Miss International Curve 28-29 Jim Davidson - The People Fight Back 30 Tom Jones Tribute - My My My Delilah 31 Getting The Third Degree 31 The Comedy Store, Maidstone NOVEMBER 1 The Beach Boys Smile 1 Orphan 2 Motown Greatest Hits - How Sweet It Is 2 MARVELus - All Of The Marvel Movies….

Kind Of 3 Captain Flinn & The Pirate Dinosaurs 2:

The Magic Cutlass 5-9 How The Other Half Loves The Willington Players 9 Choice Grenfell 10 The Nutcraker - Vienna Festival Ballet 13 Walk Right Back - The Everly Brothers Story 14 Kevin Bloody Wilson 15 Jive Talkin’ - The Bee Gees In Concert 16 Jason Byrne - Wrecked But Ready 17 Gary Delaney - Gangster Paradise

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Blake - Movies & Musicals The Comedy Store, Maidstone T.Rextasy Frankly Aretha Beauty & The Beast

DECEMBER 1-31 Beauty & The Beast 6 Little Star 9 Milton Jones - Milton Impossible

Warm Up Show 21-24 Get Santa - Hazlitt Youth Theatre JANUARY 9 11 14

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Peter Panties Tassels - An Evening Of Burlesque Michael Portillo - Life: A Game Of Two Halves Jane Eyre Jackson Live Stephen K Amos - Everyman Forbidden Nights The Bon Jovi Experience The Music Of Prince The Snow Queen Dance To The Music Best Of Wham Supersonic 70’s

FEBRUARY 1 The Bob Dylan Story 7 Don Giovanni 8 Roy Chubby Brown 12-15 Pippin - Stage Theatre Society 16 Jimeoin 17 Flo & Joan 17-21 Wizard Of Oz - Play In A Week

by Hazlitt Youth Theatre 17-21 Best Of Broadway - Musical In A Week

by Hazlitt Youth Theatre 20 Three Billy Goats Gruff 23 Be Bop A Lula 28 The Opera Boys 28 Kaleidoscope 29 Rock For Heroes MARCH 3 4 5 6 7 7 8

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Ben Hart - Wonder Jeeves & Wooster Psychic Sally California Dreamin’ The Second Best Bed The Rolling Stones Story There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly Rock Of Ages - Maplesden Noakes School Country Superstars Lou Sanders Brooks Academy Amelia Appleby School Maidstone Amateur Operatic Society An Evening With Sir Geoff Hurst

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To find out what’s on or book tickets, visit our website: www.hazlitttheatre.com or call our box office: 01622 758611. *Current programme at the time of print is subjected to change*

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