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AUTUMN’24 THE HEXAGON SOUTHCONCERTSTREETHALL
WELCOME TO THE AUTUMN 2024 WHAT’S ON BROCHURE
It’s been a bit hit & miss, weather-wise this summer, but we’re sure to settle everyone down with a truly wonderful season of shows and events this autumn at Reading Arts.
There’s big news from Panto land…Keeping up with the times but with one foot firmly rooted in tradition, this year’s family Panto at The Hexagon will feature a stunning new Digital Set, complete with high-resolution wrap around screens that will immerse you in the magic like never before. You can have a peek at the new set by visiting whatsonreading.com/cinders
Our Panto superstars Justin Fletcher and Paul Morse certainly can’t wait to introduce Cinderella to you all! See pages 14 to 17 for full Panto details.
The Hexagon’s impressive line-up of top comedians continues into the autumn with … Katherine Ryan, Jimmy Carr, Sarah Millican, Frank Skinner, Ben Elton, Ed Gamble, Fern Brady, Adam Hills and many more.
While at South Street you can catch Edinburgh Comedy Award-Winner Amy Gledhill along with Paul Foot, Harriet Kemsley, Mark Thomas and Tom Stade
And at Reading Town Hall Kane Brown, Rachel Parris, Maisie Adam and Grace Campbell will be visiting the distinguished Concert Hall stage.
Many of which have, or are close to, selling out. So, grab a ticket while you can!
South Street will also play host to some wonderful, thought-provoking theatre.
Celebrating Black History Month, Dougie Blaxland’s ‘Our Little Hour’ tells the inspirational story of the legendary hero Walter Tull, in this intensely moving musical drama. And don’t miss the return of Sitelines - Theatre In Unusual Spaces, with intimate, table-top performances of ‘Common Salt’, at Reading Museum.
Classical Music aficionados are set for many a treat as our new season of concerts kicks off in October. Featuring The Hexagon’s resident Orchestra, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, with three impressive concerts, plus some of the world’s finest ensembles and soloists will be visiting The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall. For younger fans, The Royal Philharmonic will return with their ever-popular Noisy Kids concert, which is the perfect, fun-filled, introduction to Classical music.
All these shows coming to Reading Arts and countless more events from over 200 venues and organisations across Reading can be found by visiting whatsonreading.com, which is now celebrating it's 5th anniversary!
We look forward to welcoming you back to our cultural venues very soon.
CLLR ADELE BARNETT-WARD Lead Member for Leisure & Culture. Reading Borough Council.
READING ARTS AND VENUES MEMBERSHIP
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Become a Member and be a part of South Street’s exciting future by supporting the venue. Your support will enable you to access benefits such as priority booking on select shows and regular newsletters with the latest from the venue. Members will also be invited to our Season Launch events and other special events throughout the year. You will also receive discounts and offers on shows. The support will ensure we are able to continue to invest in the venue and provide a programme that is diverse, bold and unique in Reading.
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The Hexagon and The Concert Hall in Reading are looking forward to another fantastic Classical Music Alive concert season. With full orchestral concerts by The Hexagon’s Resident Orchestra, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and a varied programme of recital concerts by musicians of the highest calibre at The Concert Hall, including pianist Kathryn Stott, trumpeter Aaron Azunda Akugbo, The Apollo Saxophone Quartet and clarinettist, Emma Johnson with The Orchestra for the Environment.
We are also delighted to present another of our ever-popular Royal Philharmonic OrchestraNoisy Kids Concerts. This fun and interactive concert is the perfect way for all the family to experience the exciting sounds of a live symphony orchestra. PLUS there are hands-on activities in the foyers afterwards, where you can try musical instruments and get creative!
TEST DRIVE CLASSICAL CONCERTS FOR £12
If you have never booked one of our Classical Music Alive concerts, experience the thrill and vibrancy of The Hexagon’s resident orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, or world class ensembles and recitalists at The Concert Hall.
Right here on your doorstep for only £12
Classical Music Alive is supported by Reading Buses
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whatsonreading.com
As we approach another autumn/winter season, we also approach a key milestone for What’s On Reading –our FIFTH ANNIVERSARY!
Yes, it’s somewhat hard to believe that whatsonreading.com went live in October 2019, changing the face of how the people of (and visitors to) Reading would discover what’s going on in the world of local arts, culture and heritage. And we know from speaking to our Partner organisations that the site has genuinely helped them find new audiences – and vice versa!
We launched with around 60 local venues and organisations listing their events and activities with us. We’ve now more than quadrupled that number in the past half-a-decade. We’ve been through lockdowns and digital revolutions, 900 years of the Abbey, 200 years of biscuits, and thousands of gigs, comedy shows, exhibitions, guided walks, festivals, plays, choral concerts… the list goes on!
And, indeed, the list continues to go on – we’re already looking at a bumper season of events for you as things start to get cold and/or cosy and we go back inside after a spritely summer. September sees the season kick off with classical concerts, some rather interesting tribute shows (a Shrek soundtrack tribute band, anyone?) and the usual recruitment drive for new terms of classes and workshops. October brings with it spooky season, and we’re already seeing a folk-music Samhain celebration and burlesque that goes bump in the night landing on the site! November offers up movie music, cracking comedy and the return of comic-con. And December… well, let’s just say our Christmas list is already looking pretty stuffed (you can find that at whatsonreading.com/christmas-in-reading)
So, plenty to celebrate and plenty more to look forward to, in all corners and all flavours of Reading’s cultural soup. Five years in, and we’re showing no signs of slowing down. Hopefully neither are you.
See you somewhere near the front!
Damien Passmore
Web Editor – What’s On Reading
THE HEXAGON AND IMAGINE THEATRE ARE BRINGING THE TIMELESS TALE OF CINDERELLA TO THE STAGE THIS CHRISTMAS.
We are d elighted to welcome back C Beebies’ Megastar JUSTIN FLETCHER and everyone’s favourite Dame, PAUL MORSE for more panto frolics this year! With SAMANTHA DORRANCE as Cinderella, CARL TRACEY as the Prince, RACHEL DELOOZE and REBECCA ALLINGHAM as the Wicked Stepsisters ADAM PETTIGREW as Dandini a d CASSANDRA LEE as t e air odmot er performing on a breath-taking digital set, you are guaranteed to make some magical memories this Christmas.
Cinderella is the hilarious family pantomime suitable for all ages, with tons of slapstick comedy, plenty of audience interaction and stunning musical numbers that you will be singing for days afterwards.
The clock is ticking so pop on your glad-rags and grab your tickets to the ball for the show that proves that a pair of shoes really can change your life!
Relaxed Performances are specially adapted to be accessible to people with di erent sensory needs, neurodivergent people, those with dementia, anyone with a learning disability or younger children who may be easily overwhelmed or who need to move around during the production. Please contact the box o ce for further information. Tickets £16.50
British Sign Language Interpreted Performances
PRICE TICKETS FROM £20 SCHOOLS TICKETS FROM £13 plus 1 in 11 free GROUPS 10+ FROM £22 plus 1 in 20 free
SCAN
When the curtain comes up on Cinderella, this year’s Hexagon pantomime, audiences will notice something very new: the stage.
For centuries, pantomime has played with traditions, from the way in which the Fairy Godmother enters through to the glorious song and dance finale complete with fancy costumes.
Now, a new tradition is arriving in the form of high-tech digital scenery.
These big screens must be seen to be believed and will enhance the show which is produced by Imagine Theatre and once again stars CBeebies megastar Justin Fletcher and his partner in panto crime, Paul Morse.
Also returning are Hexagon favourites Carl Tracey, once again playing the prince, and Rachel Delooze, who will team up with Rebecca Allingham to be the wicked stepsisters.
Adam Pettigrew returns for his second Hexagon panto to play Dandini and newcomers Samantha Dorrance as Cinderella, Cassandra Lee as the Fairy Godmother and Ally Cox as the Wicked Stepmother complete the main cast. Some of Reading’s most talented youngsters will perform in the ensemble thanks to Imagine Theatre’s open auditions held in July.
Justin has once again written the script, which will be packed with family-friendly humour, great songs and plenty of memorable moments. Because he knows the main cast so well, he is able to tailor it to suit their talents.
He says: “I can’t wait to be back at The Hexagon this Christmas.
Cinderella is one of my favourite pantomimes, and the new digital set will enable us to make it the most magical Christmas show yet. I can’t wait to see you there”.
Paul is looking forward to teaming up with Justin once again, this year playing Nanny Gumdrop –his 11th year of making ‘em laugh.
“Justin and I have worked together for so long he writes with my voice in his head - unfortunately for him!” he laughs.
“He knows what works for us, what works for the audience, and I have no worries at all when I get the script … I know it’s going to be absolutely brilliant.”
Paul can’t wait to return to The Hexagon in time for the festive season. On the new sets, he promises: “It will be mind-blowing. It is going to be spectacular for the audience to see and it really pushes the boundaries of what panto can do.”
He jokes: “I just hope we don’t have to stop
halfway through and press the button to rewind it!”
Cinderella producer and director Steve Boden is very excited about the new technology being used and he can’t wait for people to see it. But why introduce it?
“Panto as an art form has been around for hundreds of years because it evolves, it keeps up to date and it’s not afraid to look at itself and social trends,” he says.
“Clearly technology is a huge part of our world. Over the past decade, it has immeasurably enhanced the way people interact with the arts, with performance, with news, with leisure.
“There are some key moments in the narrative of Cinderella which we can explore in this production that can’t be done in a traditional show, such as Cinderella’s escape from the ball at midnight. We can now travel with her on her return from the palace and see her reaction to the Ball and meeting the Prince.
Paul is happy with the modernisation. “When I started doing panto 410 years ago,” he jokes, “We had real ponies (for the transformation scene) and they would pull the carriage for Cinderella. Then we had the change to mechanical flying carriages, and now we have the digital screen.
“Cinderella is a story about dreams, wishes, aspirations and transformations. With The Hexagon undergoing its own transformation to create the new studio theatre, it’s the right time to put on a digital pantomime.”
He is certain that the digital staging will enhance the feeling of spectacle and magic that only live theatre can bring … along with all the panto favourites such as the ghost scene, the slapstick and the big musical numbers, of course.
“It is going to be completely new, and it will be great to see the reaction to it.
“It’s very much the 21st century pantomime.” He adds: “It’s really going to be spectacular to watch, and something really, really quite special.”
Cinderella is performed at The Hexagon in Reading from Saturday December 7, through to Sunday January 5. For more details, go to: whatsonreading.com/cinders or call the box office on 0118 960 6060.
PHIL CREIGHTON is a freelance journalist based in Reading and has been a massive fan of pantomime ever since he saw a comedy routine based on sweet names when he was still in nappies. Oh yes, he did.
o ert t e o
Thurs 5 Sept, .30pm WILL YOUNG Light It Up Live
South Street Sat 7 Sept, 4pm HIGH VIBES EXPLORE: Everything You See Here Is Possible
South Street Tues 10 Sept, drs 7.30pm Mike Lindsay presents SUPERSHAPES THE BAND feat. Anna B Savage & special guests
South Street
Weds 11 & Thurs 12 Sept, 8pm MARK STEEL: Work in Progress
South Street Fri 13 Sept, 8pm
SARAH KEYWORTH: My Eyes Are Up Here
South Street Sat 14 Sept, 10am & 11.30am WONDER GIGS by Filskit Theatre For children up to 4 years & their grown up(s)
South Street Sat 14 Sept, 8pm JON BODEN Frontman of Bellowhead plays solo
he o ert t e o Mon 16 Sept, 1pm LUNCHTIME ORGAN RECITAL
he o ert t e o Tues 17 Sept, 8pm
MAISIE ADAM: Appraisal
South Street Weds 18 Sept, 8pm “ILLUMINATING ALICE!” by
Alice d’Lumiere
The Hexagon Weds 18 Sept, 7pm NT Live:
PRESENT LAUGHTER (PG) Starring Andrew Scott
WHAT’S ON SEPTEMBER
South Street Thurs 19 Sept, 8pm
HARRIET KEMSLEY: Everything Always Works Out For Me
South Street Fri 20 Sept, rs .30pm
OASIZ Definitely Maybe 30th Anniversary
The Hexagon Sat 21 Sept, 7.30pm
ELO AGAIN
The Ultimate Tribute to Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra
South Street Sat 21 Sept, rs .30pm
MELT-BANANA
+ support. Presented by Heavy Pop
The Hexagon Sun 22 Sept, 7.30pm
BYE BYE BABY
The Music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
The Hexagon Mon 23 Sept, 7.30pm
MAX FOSH: Loophole
The Hexagon e s 25 & Thurs 26 Sept, pm
SARAH MILLICAN: Late Bloomer
South Street Thurs 26 Sept, 8pm
NAN, ME & BARBARA PRAVI
Written & performed by Hannah Maxwell
he o ert t e o Sat 28 Sept, 2pm
HATHERLEIGH SILVER BAND
British Bandsman Series ‘24
he o ert t e o Sat 28 Sept, 7pm
FLOWERS BAND
British Bandsman Series ‘24
The Hexagon Sat 28 Sept, 7.30pm BANFF Mountain Film Festival World Tour Blue rogramme
The Hexagon Sun 29 Sept, 7.30pm
A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES
The Soundtrack Of Your Life
WHAT’S ON SEPTEMBER
The Hexagon Tues 1 Oct, 7pm NT Live: PRIMA FACIE (15) Starring Jodie Comer
South Street
Weds 2 Oct, 8pm NO ONE IS LISTENING (A Ghost Story)
Written and performed by Vic Llewellyn
The Hexagon Wed 2 Oct, 7.30pm HELLO AGAIN
The Neil Diamond Songbook
South Street Thurs 3 Oct, 8pm TOM STADE: Risky Business
South Street Sat 5 Oct, rs .30pm RO EO STOD RT The agi Num ers & REN RVIE
South Street Sat 5 Oct, 10.30am & 12noon toooB
For 6-24 month old babies & their adult(s)
The Hexagon Sun 6 Oct, 7.30pm Mike Oldfield’s TUBULAR BELLS Live In Concert Extended 50th Anniversary Tour
The Hexagon Mon 7 Oct, 8pm QUEENZ: Drag Me to the Disco!
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Tues 8 Oct, 7.30pm Classical Music Alive KATHRYN STOTT, Piano
The Hexagon Tues 8 Oct, 4.30pm Weds 9 Oct, 10.30am + 4.30pm THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA
South Street Thurs 10 Oct, 8pm THE DUKE
Written & Performed by Shôn Dale-Jones
The Hexagon Fri 11 Oct, 7.30pm COME WHAT MAY Starring AJ and Curtis Pritchard
The Hexagon Sat 12 Oct, 7pm Parabolë Productions THE DREAMER a Gospel Musical
The Joseph Story Retold
South Street Sat 12 Oct, 11.30am & 2pm BOXVILLE by Cardboard Adventures For 4-8 year olds & their grown up(s)
WHAT’S ON OCTOBER
The Hexagon Sun 13 Oct, 7pm
THAT’LL BE THE DAY
The ultimate rock ‘n’ roll, pop and comedy show!
The Hexagon Mon 14 Oct, 7.30pm STAND OUT STAND UP
Andy Hamilton, Jo Brand, Rory Bremner, Miles Jupp, Arthur Smith
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Thurs 17 Oct, 8pm
GRACE CAMPBELL: Grace Campbell is On Heat
South Street Fri 18 Oct, 8pm
TEZ ILYAS: After Eight
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Sat 19 Oct, 2pm
FRIARY BAND
British Bandsman Series ‘24
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Sat 19 Oct, 7pm FODENS BAND British Bandsman Series ‘24
The Hexagon Tues 22 Oct, rs pm STEVE HACKETT
The Hexagon Wed 23 Oct, 7.30pm Classical Music Alive
ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
Elgar Cello Concerto
The Hexagon Thus 24 Oct, 7.30pm SIMON REEVE To The Ends Of The Earth
South Street Thu 24 & Fri 25 Oct, 8pm
THE LUMINOUS by RedCape Theatre
Three women. A book. One unforgettable night.
The Hexagon Sat 26 Oct & Fri 8 Nov, 8pm SIMON BRODKIN: Screwed Up
South Street Sat 26 Oct, 8pm
AMY GLEDHILL: Make Me Look Fit on The Poster
South Street Tues 29 Oct, 8pm
OUR LITTLE HOUR
A Musical Drama based on the life of Walter Tull
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Thurs 31 Oct, 7.30pm RACHEL PARRIS
WHAT’S ON OCTOBER
The Hexagon Fri 1 Nov, Drs 7pm FROM THE JAM ‘Setting Sons’ 45th Anniversary Tour
South Street Fri 1 Nov, 8pm
ND LT N Tour arm- p
The Hexagon Sat 2 Nov, .30pm PAUL SMITH Pablo
South Street Sat 2 Nov, 8pm
COLIN HOULT: Colin
The Hexagon Weds 6 Nov, 7.30pm
ED GAMBLE: Hot Diggity Dog
The Hexagon Thurs 7 Nov, rs pm SQUEEZE
50th Anniversary Tour
South Street Thurs 7 Nov, 8pm
THE ADVENTURES OF TAWNY OWL
A Musical Comedy Odyssey
South Street Fri 8 Nov, 8pm
PARADISE LOST (lies unopened beside me) in association with Dance Reading
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Sat 9 Nov, 7.30pm
KIRI PRITCHARD-MCLEAN: Peacock
The Hexagon Sat 9 Nov ‘24 Sol Out & Thurs 29 May ‘25, 8pm
KATHERINE RYAN: Battleaxe
The Hexagon Sun 10 Nov, 7.30pm JOOLS HOLLAND and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
WHAT’S ON NOVEMBER
The Hexagon Mon 11 Nov, 7.30pm
THE BIG COMEDY BASH
Adam Hills, Jack Dee, Richard Herring, Ria Lina, Alasdair Beckett-King, Tony Hawks
The Hexagon Weds 13 Nov, 7.30pm
THE STYLISTICS
The Greatest Hits Tour
South Street Thurs 14 Nov, rs 7.30pm
BENJAMIN FRANCIS LEFTWICH + support
The Hexagon Thurs 14 Nov, 7.30pm
NISH KUMAR: Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe
The Hexagon Fri 15 Nov, 7.30pm
MILTON JONES: HA!MILTON
South Street Sat 16 Nov, 4pm CRUELLA, PRETTY & RICHIE AGAIN by Doris Allimadi
South Street Sat 16 Nov, 8pm TAROT: Shuffle
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Sat 16 Nov, 8pm
KANE BROWN: Don’t Listen To Me
The Hexagon Sat 16 Nov, Drs 7pm ELVANA
The World’s Finest ELVIS Fronted Tribute To NIRVANA!
The He agon Sun 17 Nov, 7.30pm
BEN ELTON: Authentic Stupidity
WHAT’S ON NOVEMBER
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Tues 19 Nov, 7.30pm Classical Music Alive
AARON AZUNDA AKUGBO, Trumpet
RYAN CORBETT, Accordion
The Hexagon Tues 19 Nov, 7.30pm
FERN BRADY
I Gave You Milk To Drink
The Hexagon Weds 20 Nov, pm
THE HORNE SECTION
The Horne Section’s Hit Show
South Street
Thurs 21 Nov, 8pm
PIERRE NOVELLIE: Why Are You Laughing?
The Hexagon 21 Nov ’24, 7pm & 9.45pm & 15 Feb ’25, 7pm
JIMMY CARR: Laughs Funny
South Street Nov, 11.30am & 2pm
LITTLE ROBIN RED VEST For ages 2-6 years & their families
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Sat 23 Nov, 2pm & 7pm BLACK DYKE BAND British Bandsman Series ‘24
The Hexagon From Sat 7 Dec
CINDERELLA
Christmas Panto with Justin Fletcher & Paul Morse
South Street Weds 11 Dec, drs 7pm High Vibes present TONGUE DEPRESSOR + support
South Street Sat 14 Dec, 3pm & 7.30pm WIFI WARS XMAS SPECIAL
South Street Sat 14 Sept, 2 10am & 11.30am WONDER GIGS by Filskit Theatre
South Street Sat 5 Oct ‘24, 10.30am & 12noon toooB
For 6-24 month old babies & their adult(s).
The Hexagon Tues 8 & Weds 9 Oct ‘24, various times THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA Based on the book by Judith Kerr
The Hexagon Sat 12 Oct 2 , 7pm THE DREAMER A Gospel Musical
South Street Sat 12 Oct ‘24, 11.30am & 2pm BOXVILLE by Cardboard Adventures A time travel, craft along adventure
South Street Sat 23 Nov, 11.30am & 2pm LITTLE ROBIN RED VEST For ages 2-6 years & their families
The Hexagon 7 Dec ’24 - 5 Jan ‘25 CINDERELLA Christmas Panto Starring Justin Fletcher and Paul Morse
South Street Sat 14 Dec ‘24, 3pm & 7.30pm WIFI WARS Xmas Special
The Hexagon Sun 26 Jan ‘25, 3pm ERI N SUPERSLAM WRESTLING
The Hexagon Sat 1 Feb ‘25, 1pm MINISTRY OF SCIENCE Science Saved The World
The Hexagon Mon 31 March ‘25, 7.30pm BEN FOGLE Wild
WHAT’S ON CHILDREN & FAMILY
The Hexagon
Thurs 16 Jan ‘25, 7.30pm THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN
The Hexagon Fri 17 Jan ‘25, 7.30pm BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY
Tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
The Hexagon Sat 18 Jan ‘25, 7.30pm LIVE FOREVER
The Rise of Oasis
South Street Sat 18 Jan ‘25, 8pm MITCH BENN
The Point
The Hexagon Tues 28 Jan ‘25, 7.30pm BLACK BALL FINAL 40th Anniversary Tour With Steve Davis & Dennis Taylor
South Street Sat 1 Feb ‘25, 5pm (extra show) CHLOE PETTS: How You See Me, How You Don’t
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Fri 28 Feb ‘25, 7.30pm ART OF ANDALUCIA Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company
South Street Sat 5 April ‘25, 8pm LUCY PORTER No Regrets!
The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall Weds 5 March ‘25, 8pm LARRY DEAN Dodger
WHAT’S ON COMING SOON
CULTURAL+ COMMUNITY RESOURCES FOR READING
Created in response to Reading UK’s survey of how best to support the arts and cultural community post-COVID, our new cultural and community resources hub is host to all manner of resources and opportunities for those within the sector, from funding and development opportunities and job adverts, to venue and equipment hire.
For the wider community, there will be access to smaller community events, plus information on volunteering –created in partnership with Reading Voluntary Action – and other ways to get involved in the wide range of arts and culture opportunities that Reading has to offer.
All that, plus the latest news, announcements and blog content from all over Reading. We hope you find it useful and informative. whatsonreading.com/culturalcommunity-resources-reading
THEATRES AREN’T THE ONLY VENUES
READING MUSEUM
As well as their permanent exhibitions, Reading Museum runs fun and educational events, workshops and talks for all ages. readingmuseum.org.uk
READING ABBEY QUARTER
A wonderful venue, playing host to many tours, talks, plays and concerts throughout the year. readingabbeyquarter.org.uk
ROYAL BERKSHIRE ARCHIVES
The RBA is a massive resource of local history and they hold regular talks and family history workshops for a royalberkshirearchives.org.uk
READING LIBRARIES
With regular children’s Rhyme Times and Story-times as well as author talks and signings. reading.gov.uk/leisure/libraries
READING TOWN HALL
The perfect Victorian destination for your Wedding, Party or Corporate Event. readingtownhall.co.uk
HOW TO BOOK TICKETS
All tickets for The Hexagon, Concert Hall & South Street are available in advance from the Reading Arts Box Office.
Box Office: 0118 960 6060 www.whatsonreading.com
Group Bookings:
Contact our Group Booker for details of group discounts, priority bookings, advance notifications, extended reservation periods, education packs and much more Sophie Edmonds on 0118 937 2011 or email sophie.edmonds@reading.gov.uk
Payment
All major credit and debit cards are accepted, except Diners and American Express.
Unless otherwise stated venue booking fees are included in the advertised price. An additional fee may be payable for postage and collections.
The booking fee applies to ticket purchases made with credit cards, debit cards and cash. Bookings made in person with a pre-paid debit card are not subject to a booking fee.
Standing events.
All standing tickets are unreserved general admission; the seating plan and ticket number are for administration purposes only. Please note that Under 14’s will not be permitted into the standing arena. All under 14’s must be accompanied by an adult (18yrs or over) and seated in the balcony. The advertised time for standing events is the doors time and bears no relation to the performance time. Exact timings will be confirmed nearer the time and will be available from the box office or via readingarts.com.
To ensure your safety, security will be present to search bags on arrival. No food or drink may be brought into the venue. Sealed water bottles are permitted.
Professional cameras are not permitted at events and will not be allowed into the auditorium. Please be aware that concerts of this nature use various theatrical lighting and smoke effects, and may have high sound levels.
The management reserve the right to refuse entry and to make any changes to the information contained in this brochure without prior notice in the event of illness or any other unavoidable cause.
Full terms and conditions can be found on our website whatsonreading.com/terms-and-conditions
Please check these terms and conditions before purchasing a ticket.
VENUE INFORMATION
The Hexagon
Queens Walk, Reading RG1 7QF Box Office: 0118 960 6060 whatsonreading.com
The Hexagon bar/s are open 1 hour before a show, with extended opening after selected events.
Concert Hall/Town Hall
Blagrave Street, Reading RG1 1QH Admin: 0118 937 3400 whatsonreading.com
South Street
21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU Admin: 0118 937 3456 whatsonreading.com
The Box Office and bar at South Street are not open full time and will usually open 1 hour before any evening performance, except when the show is advertised with a doors time.
Reading Museum
Blagrave Street, Reading RG1 1QH Admin: 0118 937 3400 readingmuseum.org.uk
Reading Abbey Ruins
Abbey Street, Reading, RG1 3BA Admin: 0118 937 3400 readingabbeyquarter.org.uk
Reading Sport & Leisure
Palmer Park Sports Stadium Wokingham Road, Reading RG6 1LF Admin: 0118 937 5080 readingleisure.co.uk
Reading Central Library
Abbey Square, Reading RG1 3BQ Admin: 0118 901 5955 readinglibraries.org.uk
oyal erkshire rchives 9 Coley Avenue, Reading Admin: 0118 937 5132 royalberkshirearchives.org.uk
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