SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
Fri 22 – Sun 24 Apr Fri 22 Apr, 10am – 4pm
A series of lectures and discussions lead by six leading Shakespearean Scholars. The main theme of the day will be to examine the actual date of Shakespeare’s birth. There will also be other lectures and discussions leading both out of that and in connected areas.
Sat 23 Apr
Both events on this day will take place at King’s Lynn Corn Exchange.
10am – 4pm
7.30pm
Acting Techniques and Workshop A day given over solely to the acting of Shakespeare. In the morning there will be an introductory talk on the nature of the Shakespearean text, and how to approach it as both an actor and a Shakespeare Enthusiast. Followed by a Shakespeare Acting Workshop – open to everyone and completely free of charge.
Looking Back and Dropping Names – Andrew Jarvis - A life with Shakespeare over a 53 year career. A personal history, with recollections, reminiscences and anecdotes – of Theatre, Film, Television, Radio and Commercials – followed by a Questionand-Answer session. The central point being that Andrew is not a star – but a simple jobbing actor who has managed to keep working for over 50 years. The evening will therefore be about a journey – a description of what the job has been for him over those years. What it has been like for someone who The Guardian Theatre Critic Michael Billington once described as: “Royal Shakespeare Company Warhorse Andrew Jarvis”.
In the afternoon a workshop demonstration by Andrew Jarvis and Scott Cripps. The observation of this Workshop will show how to release the Shakespeare text, via two professional actors working together.
Sun 24 Apr, 10am – 4pm
The day is about trying to remove the ‘No Entry’ barrier which many people have in their minds when it comes to Shakespeare. We will explore how we attract the audiences who currently attend Sporting Events - in particular Football and WWE. The morning will consist of lectures and discussions on the theme of the connection between Football, Sporting, Entertainment and other branches of entertainment - and Shakespeare. The Shakespeare Festival has recently worked closely with King’s Lynn Town Football Club, on advertising and sponsorship deals - with the aim of breaking down these barriers. It is hoped that staff and players of KLTFC will be present, in order to share their thoughts, hopes and aspirations on the subject.
BOOKING INFORMATION
How to book IN PERSON
Open Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm Performance days 9am - showtime Sunday performances 1 hour prior to show The Corn Exchange is closed on Bank Holidays. (Excluding performance days).
BY TELEPHONE Please call 01553 764864. Tickets can either be held at the box office for collection or posted for a charge of £1.
ONLINE Tickets for Corn Exchange and St George’s Guildhall events are available for purchase online. An administration fee of £1 per transaction applies online (regardless of the number of tickets purchased). kingslynncornexchange.co.uk Concessions are available online. Card transactions appear as Alive West Norfolk on bank statements.
WHY DO WE CHARGE A VENUE LEVY? On Corn Exchange promoted shows a £1.50 per ticket venue levy is charged and is included in the advertised ticket price. For many incoming productions, the majority of the ticket income is paid to the Production Company or Promoter. The venue levy is entirely retained by the venue. Local events and hirings are excluded from fees.
RESERVATIONS Reservations must be paid for within 7 days of booking or 24 hours before the performance or event begins, whichever is sooner. Uncollected reservations will be released for resale.
GIFT VOUCHERS
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Gift vouchers are available in any denomination and redeemable against any show at the Corn Exchange. Gift vouchers should be treated like cash, we cannot replace lost, stolen or damaged gift vouchers.
CHILDREN Children are welcome at the Corn Exchange. Baby changing facilities are available in ladies and gents toilets. Babes in arms (under 2yrs) admitted free to shows but must sit on an adult’s lap. All other children require their own tickets at full price if no child concessions available at time of booking. Parents/supervisors are responsible for supervising children in their care at all times.
CONCESSIONS Where indicated concessions are available for children, senior citizens, registered unemployed, registered disabled and students in full time education. Wheelchair seats will be charged at the lowest standard seat price for that show. Please present proof of eligibility when booking. A carers price is available for all Corn Exchange promoted shows. This is 50% off the top ticket price.
FAMILY AND GROUP TICKETS Family Tickets must include at least one adult and one child. Some shows have group booking discounts; these are listed in the brochure where applicable.
REFUNDS AND EXCHANGES We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded. Returned tickets will only be offered for resale when the venue is sold out and at a handling charge of £1 per ticket. If tickets are privately resold at a higher price than the face value they immediately become void and the holder will be refused entry. Book your tickets with confidence during Covid-19. If you event is rescheduled due to coronavirus your tickets will automatically be transferred to the new date. If you cannot attend the new date you will receive a full refund.
HECKLING POLICY Heckling and swearing at the comedians is not acceptable behaviour and will not be tolerated. Anyone who continues to draw attention to themselves in this manner will be asked to leave. For Comedy Clubs groups of 10+ will be asked to provide a deposit of £50 on the door as a good behaviour bond.
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