What's On at the Black Swan Pub and Theatre in North Walsham, July-September 2024
OPENING TIMES
Tuesday-Saturday from 10am Sundays from 12noon Mondays from 6pm
Ask us about our kitchen opening ti mes or check us out online. We also have themed food nights and we can cater for all parties and events here in the pub, the theatre or off site!
We’re a family-friendly pub and dogs are welcome too.
We have free parking (for customers and audiences) in our own car park and Bank Loke Car Park is just next door (which is free aft er 6pm).
We’re just 30 yards from the Market Place through Black Swan Loke and a 10 minute walk from the train station or a few minutes from the Travel Hub.
We have an accessible WC in our theatre and we will always do our best to accommodate everybody We have a zero tolerance policy to any anti-social behaviour, disrespect or discrimination of any kind.
The Black Swan Pub and Theatre is run by New Stages, which was set up in 2017 by Joseph Ballard to present shows, classes and community projects and we took over the Black Swan pub in October 2023 to work alongside our theatre. We have a Board and also a Community Forum to help shape our activity.
New Stages Projects CIC is a not-for profit organisation, a Community Interest Company registered in England and Wales, number 13203008. www.newstages.co.uk @newstages
A full-on summer
In one way it feels like we’ve had this pub for ages, in another way it’s all happened so quickly! Firstly thank you to all our customers, the community, the team and our amazing volunteers over our first six months. It’s the people and the things we do that make this much more than just a pub. We’re a meeting place, a theatre, a place for learning, socialising, eating and connecting with one another. Our theatre shows have well been well-received and our food offering has got rave reviews because we have kept it local! We’ve also been welcoming new members to the team and we’ve got new events lined up like a whole week to celebrate Norfolk Day and our annual BBQ. We’ve also got a lot planned for the summer holidays for younger ones and we’re showing films on our fantastic cinema screen in the theatre!
Remember it’s your custom that supports these projects, including our wellbeing and counselling programmes and our projects that consider social isolation and sense of belonging. We’ve got this with everyone, including you, on board!
Joseph Ballard Landlord and Director of New
Stages
We are not-for-profit
As a Community Interest Company we self-fund ourselves through your custom. We also apply for funding grants to help support our theatre and community projects and we welcome donations and sponsorship. The pub is run by New Stages, with Joseph as the landlord and a team of staff and volunteers. It means that when we do (eventually) make a profit (money made after paying all the bills!) it will go straight back into our activities like youth theatre work, our theatre, workshops and other community projects.
Help shape our activity
Join our Community Forum for a cuppa and chat about ideas! We want to ensure that our place is your place, and for the community. That means we’re open to ideas and volunteers!
We welcome donations, local partnerships and sponsorship. We are unique as a not-for-profit community pub with a theatre space.
You can donate or get-in-touch with us in-person in the pub or via our website. The best way to support us is to think of us as your local. We want to ensure the pub stays open and grows as a community asset for the town. Help us by sharing our vision and telling everyone about it!
Joseph
REGULAR EVENTS
PUB QUIZ
Last Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm 26 June, 31 July & 28 August
First Wednesday of the month
3 July, 7 August, 4 September
Eyes down 7.30pm £5 a book, in the theatre
OPEN MIC NIGHTS
Sunday sessions: 6pm in the pub 28 July, 18 August, 15 September
Join us and share your talent! Songs and music are great along with spoken word or perhaps something a little bit different!
BOARD GAMES NIGHTS
Second Monday of the month, 7-9pm in the pub 1 July, 5 August, 2 September
Bring your own or share ours! You could come along as a group or come solo and join a table.
OPEN TABLE CUPPA & CHAT
Tuesdays, 10.15-11.30 in the pub
We’ll have a table reserved where anyone is welcome! Buy a coffee or tea from the bar and join the table to have a chat. Meet new people - even if it’s just to discuss the weather!
We’re always updating our event listings, check out the posters in the pub or online to find out more!
£1 each, teams of 4-6 Advance booking recommended, in the theatre
KARAOKE KARAOKE
Wednesday 17 July Friday 2 August Wednesday 21 August from 8pm in the pub plus Kids Karaoke on Fri 2 August 5-7pm
North Norfolk Youth Theatre
North Walsham People’s Choir
Check out our regular classes and workshops that take place in the theatre too!
Adult Acting Group
LIVE MUSIC in the pub MUSIC in the theatre
SUNDAY SESSIONS
THE BROTHERS PHILLIPS
Sun 30 June, 6pm in the pub 60s and 70s classics and some jazz from the duo who have been performing together for more than 50 years!
INVISIBLE FISH
Sun 11 August, 6pm
Acoustic trio with pop, country and folk.
JOE AND MARY
Sun 1 September, 6pm
A quirky acoustic duo playing original, traditional and rarely heard covers in the genre of country, blues and Americana.
Music listings are always being updated, check out our website and social media or join our mailing list for news!
EGYPT
Fri 19 July 9pm in the pub
ELECTRO SWINGTASTIC
Sat 6 July, doors 8pm, in the theatre, FREE
An energetic mix of swing, blues, jazz, bass and lots of drums with DJ Jib.
Dress code (optional): think 1920’s style flapper dresses or peaky blinders, with a competition for best dressed!
DISCO CLUB NIGHT WITH DJ FROGGY
Fri 12 July, doors 8pm, £5 DJ Froggy returns with another great atmosphere for our club night.
Music through the decades including 90s and 00s and today. Over 18s.
THE CRATER
Sun 1 September, 6pm, £7.50
Suit up and dive deep into The Crater! Immerse yourself in a world of jungle, 4x4 and hardtrance. Inc. Maximo (roots reggae), Lukey C (Hardtrance), Crattew, Tilda and Nixon (breaks/electro). Over 18s, last entry 10pm. Tickets for this event available online only.
Top blues rock band with albums (Midnight Sun, Blues Kerosene) and Europe-wide credits under their belt. Formed in 1987, by former members of The Groundhogs.
BANK HOLIDAY CLUB NIGHT
Sat 24 August, doors 8pm, £5
A mix of dance, cheese and pop with the hits of today as we welcome you to the dance floor! Over 18s.
SKATOPIA
Sat 24 August, doors 8pm, in the theatre, free 8-piece ska and reggae band. Over 18s.
Keep up-to-date with music listings on Facebook
STARS IN OUR EYES
Fundraising for our summer youth projects
Fri 26 July, 8pm in the theatre
All tickets £8
A show full of song with locals impersonating music icons of the past and present; where the audience votes for the winner! Hosted by the glamorously illustrious Titania Trust.
Get in touch with us asap if you fancy taking part on stage yourself.
Other dates include: 20 September and 15 November
We choose a different cause or charity for each show - let us know your suggestions!
Book early for this popular show!
STARS IN OUR EYES
FREE FILMS IN THE THEATRE
CHILDREN’S MOVIE MORNING
Sat 3 August, Sat 17 August & Sat 14 September at 10.30am Family friendly screenings
• Check out our up-to-date show and event listings in the pub or online
• Avoid ticket booking fees when you book in the pub
THURSDAYS IN AUGUST
NORTH WALSHAM’S OWN
SUMMER SHOW
YOUR HOST
JOSEPH BALLARD
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN GOOD COMPANY FOR ALL AGES
THURSDAYS: 8, 15, 22 & 29 AUGUST 2024 SHOWTIME: 7.30PM IN THE THEATRE COMPANY
SONG, COMEDY &MAGIC; plus guest vocalist for each show
*5% OFF PRE SHOW DRINKS ON SHOW NIGHT WITH VALID TICKET (6-7.30pm]
BOOK TICKETS IN THE PUB (NO TRANSACTION FEE) OR ONLINE: WWW.BLACKSWANPUBTHEATRE.CO.UK TICKETS: £10 ADULTS/£8 CHILDREN
BLACK SWAN LOKE NORTH WALSHAM NR28 9BX BOX OFFICE: 01692 500006
NORFOLK DAY Celebrating
All week! Tue 23-Sun 28 July
This is the seventh year to celebrate Norfolk Day - which this time falls on 27th July. We’re joining in with everyone across our glorious county to celebrate
FREE EVENTS
RAISING THE FLAG
Tue 23 July, 8pm
Join us as we hoist up the Norfolk flag on our flagpole. North Walsham People’s Choir will be singing to add to our very own ceremony!
ADULT DRAMA WORKSHOP ON STORYTELLING
Thu 25 July, 7-8.30pm, in the theatre Experience the powerful art of storytelling by exploring ways of bringing tales to lifefocusing on local yarn. Free, prebooking advised.
WEIRD WALSHAM WALK
FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Sat 27 July, 5pm
Stroll through town and hear about the quirky tales and characters of the past that makes our town unique. Think ‘Horrible Histories’ meets Norfolk! Walk lasts approx 45 minutes. Starts and ends outside the Black Swan. Free, prebooking advised.
OPEN MIC
Sun 28 July, 6pm, in the pub
Join us and share your talent! Songs and music are great along with spoken word or perhaps something a little bit different!
LOCAL FLAVOURS
Keeping our plates Norfolk Tue 23-Sun 28 July in the pub
Join us for lunch
as our special menu will celebrate the best of Norfolk suppliersfrom meats to cheeses, vegetables and (of course) drinks!
Our menu all year round... We’ve partnered with multi award- winning Swannington Farm and we always do our best to source local. We’re proud to be making the most of Norfolk: from meats to cheeses, eggs and fruit!
Family is important to us... whether you’re related or if it’s the family you choose. We’ve got FREE events for families (plus anyone else)! ...and you’re always welcome to join our family here at the Black Swan.
KIDS KARAOKE & MINI DISCO
Fri 2 Aug, 5-7pm, in the pub
For children and their families to have a good sing! Fancy dress/costumes welcome. Followed by karaoke for adults at 8pm.
FRI 2-SUN 4 AUGUST
FAMILY WEEKEND
Check out more events, summer workshops and Summer Show!
CHILDREN’S MOVIE MORNING
KUNG FU PANDA 4
Sat 3 Aug, 10.30am, in the theatre, FREE
After defeating world-class villains with his unmatched courage and mad martial arts skills, Po is called upon by destiny to… give it a rest already. (PG)
Free, prebooking advised.
PEACHY AND ME
Sat 3 Aug, 3pm, in the theatre, FREE
For family audiences where storytelling, magic and comedy entwine to celebrate friendship, connection and self-belief. Local actor Beverley Bishop appears as both herself and her clown alter-ego, who comes to life on a life-sized screen. This show will touch your heart, bring a smile to your face, and leave you with a sense of wonderment.
Free, prebooking advised.
You can book your tickets in the pub (no booking transaction fee) or online via our website: www.blackswanpubtheatre.co.uk
The Honorary Landlady and THE Landlord invite you to theiR
Games & races Prizes Family event
Don’t worry if it’s wet weather, we’ll move the event inside!
The Honorary Landlady and THE Landlord invite you to theiR
GREASE
SING-A-LONG
ANNUAL BBQ ANNUAL BBQ BURGERS
SATURDAY 3rd AUGUST
3-6pm in the yard
& HOT DOGS ICE
Sun 4 August, 6pm, in the theatre, free
One of the most popular musicals of all time on our big screen... this time with the song lyrics! ‘Summer Lovin’, ‘Greased Lightnin’, ‘Hopelessly Devoted To You’... ‘Rama-Lama Ding-Dong!’ (PG) Fancy dress and themed costume welcome. Free, but book advised to book in advance.
Little Landlady & Little Landlord
Competition
Sun 4 August, 12-1pm, in the theatre, free
Open to 5-8 year olds. Dress up and games to win the title! 5pm
CHILDREN’S THEATRE WORKSHOP
Join us with North Norfolk Youth Theatre and we’ll explore the different ways to make theatre from acting, singing, games and group work, to what goes on backstage. There’s no pressure to perform – it’s all about taking part, learning new things and having fun. Free, but we advise to book in advance.
Like what you see? Tell everyone about us! Share our Facebook posts and events or website links or help spread the word by distributing posters or our What’s On brochures.
A night of ska and reggae with this energetic 8-piece band on our stage!
21 Sep, 16 Nov and 14 Dec Book now!
More dates... Book your tickets now!
STARS IN OUR EYES
26 July, 20 September, 15 November in the theatre, 8pm, £8
THE WINTERLONG AND FRIENDS
SING-ALONG
ROCKETMAN SING-ALONG
Fri 6 September, in the theatre, doors 8pm, £8
Epic musical fantasy about Elton John’s breakthrough years, but this time with the song lyrics on the screen for sing-along... Dress-up encouraged! Whether you’re an Elton John fan or you just love a good sing-along, come and join us for another great night out in our theatre!
Fri 11 October, in the theatre, doors 8pm, free Original folk music.
ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Sat 12 October, in the theatre, doors 7.30pm, £8
Let’s do the Time Warp again! Dress-up most welcome; join us for the cult classic and a night of absolute pleasure! (15)
GHOST WALKS & HALLOWEEN EVENTS
Happening throughout October, including a new play for a hauntingly good night...
OUR INFAMOUS CABARET
Sat 2 Nov & NYE; book early!
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
SESSIONS IN NORTH WALSHAM OR ONLINE
ALL AGES AND
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CHRISTMAS FAMILY PANTOMIME
“All our family had a blast. Simply the best we’ve seen! We’ve booked for next year already!”
SUMMER WORKSHOPS in the theatre
FOR ADULTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
STORYTELLING ON THE STAGE
Thu 25 July, 7-8.30pm, free Part of our Norfolk Day listings.
ADULT ACTING GROUP INITIAL MEETINGS
Wed 14 Aug, 7-8.30pm, free Sun 1 Sep, 4-5.30pm, free
We’ll do some acting with scripts, some devised work that you have made up on the night and we’ll talk about plans for ongoing groups and shows for you to take part in!
YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOPS
ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS
Join us for fun workshops exploring theatre making. There’s no presssure to perform but as it’s taking part that counts!
£5 per workshop (bursaries available)
For 8-11 year olds:
31 July and 14 August, 2.15-3.45pm
For 12-16 year olds:
7 and 21 August, 2.15-3.45pm
YOUTH THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR 8-16 YEAR OLDS
SUMMER SCHOOL 2024: ZOMBIE BABYSITTER!
Wed
28 - Sat 31 August
in the theatre
Join us for an action-packed 4 days as we put a show together with acting, backstage, singing and scenery making all in the mix.
ZOMBIE BABYSITTER! ZOMBIE BABYSITTER!
8-11 year olds will come along for the mornings and those aged 12-16 will be with us all day. North Norfolk Youth Theatre is 9 years old this summer, with experienced theatre professionals at the helm. Bursaries available.
8-11s: £46 for the 4 days
9.30am-12.30pm and all day on the Saturday
12-16s: £66 for the 4 days
9.30am-3pm (bring a packed lunch)
Book online or in the pub
Also in the summer holidays
FREE MORNING WORKSHOPS & LUNCH for children who receive free school meals
Various dates, in the theatre Check out our website (or EveryMove listings) for free morning workshops exploring creativity and performance including lunch. Part of Norfolk County Council’s Big Norfolk Holiday Fun programme.
Our regular youth theatre for 8-16s runs on Tuesdays in term time; sign up with us for more information
Food at the Black Swan
Ask us about up-to-date kitchen hours or check them out online
REGULAR GROUPS
NORTH NORFOLK YOUTH THEATRE
First and third Tuesday of the month in the theatre (term time)
Explore acting, singing, games and group work. For 8-16 year olds.
ACTING CLASSES AND GROUPS FOR ADULTS
An introduction to acting and stage presence - alongwith building confidence and giving it a go in our relaxed atmosphere and taking part in a show!
NORTH WALSHAM PEOPLE’S CHOIR
Tuesdays, in the theatre. 7-8.30pm, £5
We love our choir! It’s all about singing for fun, our wellbeing and the joy we bring others.
LAUGHTER CLUB
Proudly Norfolk Proudly Norfolk
Various dates
We always do our best to source local quality ingredients to make hearty, great tasting food. We’re proud to be making the most of Norfolk; from meats to cheeses, eggs and fruit!
We’re also proud of our food hygiene rating of 5
Prebooking advised for theme nights
Catering and buffet packages for parties on and off site
Afternoon Teas, Cream Teas, morning and mid-afternoon deals
We can also open our kitchen in the evening for group bookings
the heart of town!
Access the joy of play we all still have within us with this form of laughter yoga.
COMMUNITY FORUM
We want to ensure that the people of the community and people are at the heart of all that we do to help shape our activity going forwards.
HIRE OUR THEATRE
We’ll do our best to make your event a success in our adaptable space.
• Exclusive bar • Catering options
• Entertainment packages & stage
Great for parties, weddings, christenings, wakes, classes, groups and meetings
We also have space at the back of the pub for smaller informal meetings and gatherings. your new venue for events and parties in
Accessible WC and own kitchen area
Projector, screen & wifi & free parking
CREATIVITY AND WELLBEING GROUPS
We hold workshops that connect learning new things alongside wellbeing themes, helping establish new connections and shared understandings.
HAD A GOOD TIME WITH US?
Let others know with a Google or TripAdvisor review or post a pic on Facebook. Even better, tell everyone about us! and even better tell everyone about us!
your custom supports our community projects; from visiting the pub, shows and venue hire!
All event details were correct at time of print and may be subject to change. For ticketed events (free or paid-for) we advise booking in advance.
