Regis Centre - Spring 2016 Brochure

SPRING SEASON JAN - MAY 2016

THEATRE | LIVE MUSIC DANCE | FAMILY | ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNITY | SEASIDE CAFE BOX OFFICE: 01243 861010 WWW.REGISCENTRE.CO.UK REGIS CENTRE BELMONT STREET BOGNOR REGIS PO21 1BL

WHAT’S NEW AT THE REGIS CENTRE ARUN THEATRE YOUTH Drama for ages 8 to 16 years.

Arun Theatre Youth is a new and exciting youth theatre on the South Coast.

JOIN US If you love theatre and want to be a part of it, why not consider becoming a volunteer? Have a look on page 23 for more details.

CONTACT US Regis Centre Belmont Street BOGNOR REGIS PO21 1BL info@regiscentre.co.uk admin: 01243 867676 Twitter @RegisCentre facebook.com/TheRegisCentre

Arun Arts Company Ltd. Charity No. 1061163

ARTY enables young people between the ages of 8 and 16 to get involved in drama, providing a broad range of high quality theatre experiences in a positive and supportive environment. Working towards performances in the Alexandra Theatre, young people can develop their skills, not only in theatre and performance but also in confidence, communication and creativity working with theatre industry professionals.

Come along to our enrolment day on Saturday 9 January to find out more, or visit the Youth Theatre page on our website.

Spring term: Sat 16 January to Sat 26 March

ACT 1 Age 8 - 10 years: 10am - 11am ACT 2 Age 11 - 13 years: 11.15am - 12.30pm ACT 3 Age 14 - 16 years: 12.45pm - 2.15pm

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CAFE & CHARITY SHOP Situated a few steps away from the seafront, our Café is the perfect location for a freshly ground coffee, light snack or delicious cake.

Whether it’s meeting friends, taking a break or relaxing before seeing a show, our Café is the ideal place.

OPENING TIMES: Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm and during performances at the Theatre.

Our Charity Shop is run by a dedicated, friendly team of volunteers. If you’re interested in volunteering why not pop in to have a chat, contact us on 01243 867676 or fill out one of our Volunteer Application Forms online.

NO. 60 TO THE SOMME

Fri 8 & Sat 9 January 7.30pm, 2.30pm Sat Mat

By Greg Mosse and Carol Godsmark Directed by Roger Redfarn

‘No. 60 to the Somme’ is a play with songs, telling the story of Jim Swift, a London double decker bus driver who, against his family’s wishes, enlists to drive his bus to the Front Line battles for the First World War effort.

The vehicles became troop transports, mobile hospitals, pigeon lofts – and were put to any and every perilous use on the rough roads and tracks. This unknown story of World War One is brought to vivid life by an ensemble company directed by Roger Redfarn.

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£10 / £8 Students

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The University of Chichester

Bognor Regis Lions Club

THE PRODUCERS

CHARITY CONCERT

Thurs 21 - Sat 23 January 7.30pm, 2.30pm Sat Mat

Sun 31 January 2.30pm

In support of St. Wilfrid’s Hospice and Chestnut Tree House

Direction by Graham Hubbard Musical Direction by Oliver Jackson Choreography by Cristian Valle

Enjoy an afternoon of glorious entertainment hosted by the Bognor Regis Lions Club.

An amateur production by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Limited on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York.

Outrageous, hilarious, a teeny bit offensive, off the wall, and the winner of a record 12 Tony Awards are just a few things that ‘The Producers’ is. But it is never boring and you will find yourself holding your sides with laughter as Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom sing and dance their way through the greatest show biz scam that there ever was!

After a hugely successful first year the Musical Theatre Joint Honours Company is proud to present this multi-award winning show, brought to you by the same team that produced Sweeney Todd in Spring 2015. @UOCproducers

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£12 / £10 Concessions £8 NUS

This very special gala concert will feature community choirs and dance groups, members from BROS Musical Productions, the Bersted Boys, Andy Beaumont Swing Band and many more.

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£12.50 £11.50 Concessions £11 Friends

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Alan Bennett’s

Chichester College Dance Department

TALKING HEADS

INTERMEZZO

Fri 5 & Sat 6 February 7.30pm, 2.30pm Sat Mat

Thurs 11 & Fri 12 February 7.30pm, Fri Mat 1pm

Featuring A Chip in the Sugar, Her Big Chance and A Lady of Letters.

Alan Bennett sealed his reputation as the master of observation and brilliant comic phrasing with this series of ground-breaking monologues, originally filmed for television.

This is a rare opportunity to see three of the original Talking Heads, at once darkly comic, poignant and uplifting and widely regarded as modern classics.

Multi award-winning Alan Bennett is one of the UK’s best-loved playwrights. His work includes The Madness of George III, The History Boys, Enjoy, and The Habit of Art.

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£10 / £8 Students

Intermezzo is the eclectic new repertoire of works presented by Chichester College dance students. This show encompasses a diverse range of dance styles from jazz to contemporary and ballet. The Dancers are studying on vocational training programmes and will be presenting work they have developed with professional choreographers, dance lecturers and their own choreography.

The performance will feature pieces created in workshops delivered by professional choreographers such as Akram Khan and Beyond Repair.

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£8 / £6 Concessions

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Sat 13 February 7.30pm SUPREME QUEEN have been paying homage to the world’s most theatrical and dramatic Rock band since 1995. Front man Scott Maley play an uncannily realistic ‘Freddie’ with just the right look, stage persona and incredibly powerful voice! Featuring an enormously talented band including Nathan Mathers who brings all the electric guitar virtuosity required to play a very convincing Brian May, their attention to detail is truly impressive.

“I got the fright of my life when I saw Freddie, backstage, he looked just like the real thing. He went on stage and he gave a blistering performance winding the crowd up song by song. Nice one.” Janice Long, BBC Radio 2

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£19 / £18 Friends

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The University of Chichester

EARTHQUAKES IN LONDON

PETER AND THE WOLF & LYRA'S DREAM

Sat 20 February 7.30pm

Direction by Gary Sefton Movement Direction by Annice Rose

Sat 27 February 2pm & 5pm

This amateur production is presented by kind permission of Nick Hern Books

Sergei Prokofiev / Ruth Egerton-Stein & Sir Patrick Moore / Richard Slaughter

An epic rollercoaster of a play travelling from 1968 to 2525 and back again, driven by an all-pervasive fear of the future and a guilty pleasure in the excesses of the present. ‘Earthquakes Over London’ includes burlesque strip shows, bad dreams, social breakdown, population explosion and worldwide paranoia. It is a fast and furious metropolitan crash of people, scenes and decades, as three sisters attempt to navigate their dislocated lives and loves, while their dysfunctional father predicts global catastrophe. @UOCearthquakes

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£12 / £10 Concessions £8 NUS

An enchanting fairy tale and a ballet set amongst the stars.

Richard Slaughter and Ruth Egerton-Stein launched Youth Ballet Academy in October 2015 with a view to staging ballet courses and performances for aspiring young dancers throughout the UK. The first performances take place in Bognor Regis, with students selected from Sussex and Hampshire. These have been trained on the course by expert teachers and coached in the ballets to be performed resulting in thrilling and exciting performances.

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Rainbow Productions

Littlehampton Concert Band

BLUES BROTHERS & SOUL SISTERS

SPRINGTIME IN VIENNA

Thurs 10 - Sat 12 March 7.30pm

Featuring an exciting mix of songs, Rainbow Productions presents a night of entertainment featuring some of the greatest blues and soul tunes of all time.

The evening will be packed full of favourites including music from ‘The Blues Brothers’, ‘The Commitments’ and many more.

Come along and ‘shake your tail feather’ at this energetic and lively show. You’ll be tapping your feet to the well known tunes and with a mix of outstanding dance routines and glamourous costumes and a great night out is guaranteed!

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IN THE STYLE OF ANDRE RIEU Sun 13 March 3pm

Taking inspiration from the very popular Andre Rieu orchestra, Littlehampton Concert Band presents an afternoon of wonderful music - Strauss waltzes, sparkling marches and uplifting toe tapping music from this lively and well travelled local band.

Littlehampton Concert Band is a community wind band established in 1988 with a fun, interactive approach towards music. The Musical Director, Bob Haselip has successfully led the band since 2003 and it has gone from strength to strength. The band has travelled overseas to France, Germany, Belgium and Jersey, Come and join for what promises to be a thoroughly enjoyable concert.

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£12 / £8 Concessions

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Vienna Festival Ballet

COPPELIA Sat 19 March 7pm

A lively production infused with old world charm, Coppélia appeals to audiences of all ages with its captivating story of an eccentric toymaker and his beloved doll. The colourful costumes, lively characters and beautiful music from Delibes all combine to create a magical and comical classic that warms and entertains from start to finish. Coppélia is guaranteed to lift the hearts of all the family.

“An excellent company of talented young dancers. Their energy and enthusiasm is breath-taking.” - ENTS24.COM “The entire show was captivating from start to finish.” - Welwyn Hatfield Times “A truly spellbinding performance!” - Burnley Express “talented array of young artistes” - Oxford Times  - WhatsOnStage

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THE PAJAMA GAME Thurs 24 & Fri 25 March, 7.30pm Amateur Production by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd Book by George Abbott and Richard Bissell Music and lyrics by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross Based on the novel 7½ Cents by Richard Bissell

In 1950s America, love is in the air at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory as handsome new superintendent Sid Sorokin falls head-over-heels for firebrand Union rep Babe Williams.

Sparks fly when the employees are refused a seven-and-a-half cents raise, leaving Sid and Babe deliciously at odds as the temperature rises. Will love eventually conquer all?

‘The Pajama Game’ is a buoyantly blissful blend of romance and comedy, and features golden hits such as ‘Hey There (You With The Stars In Your Eyes)’, ‘Hernando’s Hideaway’ and ‘Steam Heat’ performed by some of the best emerging young performers in the industry.

Featuring a live band of leading West End professionals.

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Featuring the voice of children's TV favourite Justin Fletcher

FREE EASTER FAMILY FUN Why not come a little bit before the show and enjoy some free Easter fun in the theatre foyer?

We will have a colouring corner, Easter basket making and even an Easter Egg Hunt!

All these activities are completely free and there is no need to book.

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PONGO’S PARTY Easter Mon 28 March 2.30pm

Today is the day that Pongo the Pig has been waiting for - that’s right, it’s his birthday! He’s hoping for a fantastic party, but the trouble is nobody seems to remember! Molly-Moo the Cow is baking, Sheena the Sheep is rehearsing with her band and Sally the Scarecrow is in the middle of decorating - whatever can they be up to?

Come and help make Pongo’s Party a day to remember by joining in a show full of fun, songs and laughter. Come dressed for the Best Party Clothes competition, take part in the town’s biggest ever game of pass the parcel and join the largest children’s band!

“who needs children’s TV when you’ve got the real thing at your local theatre!” - The Stage TICKETS

£11 / £8.50 Concessions / £35 Family ticket

We use Makaton™ signing with our singing so everyone can join.

Please note that Justin does not appear in person.

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Sat 2 April 2.30pm E. Nesbit’s well-loved tale is brought to life in this new adaptation by Woolford and John.

Roberta, Peter and Phyllis live in a comfortable house in London until their father, who works for the government, is falsely accused of selling state secrets and is imprisoned for five years. The children and their mother have no choice but to leave their home and move to a quiet little cottage next to a railway in Oakworth, Yorkshire. They quickly make friends with the Station Master, Mr Perks, and an Old Gentleman who waves everyday from his carriage on the 9.15 to London. This unlikely friendship proves to be a very fortunate one and could be key to the release of their Father...

A beautiful blend of storytelling, drama, comedy and musical theatre, this really is the perfect way to make literature come alive for all the family!

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Chichester Country Music Club

MARY DUFF Thu 7 April 7.30pm

Mary, who is the Stage Partner of Daniel O'Donnell, will be appearing at the Chichester Country Music Club's next Irish Concert, with her exciting band. Her career seems to go from strength to strength, and as the success continues to roll in for the genuinely charismatic and warm Irish singer, there seems little sign of the celebrated triumphs slowing down.

Not only has Mary made a live television appearance in front of a massive 60 million American viewers, resulting in a number 2 on the Billboard World Music Charts, but success has also grown in the UK. Book early to avoid disappointment, as it will most likely be a full house.

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THE MODS SOUL REVUE PART OF

Sat 9 April 7.30pm The Mods gigs are packed with an infectious blend of fun and first class musicianship.

Expect a night of fantastic music with a mix of Wilson Picket, Junior Walker & The Allstars, Otis Redding, James Brown, The Isley Brothers, Booker T & The MG’s, Sam & Dave, Roy C, Ike & Tina Turner, Credence Clearwater Revival, Eddie Floyd, KC & The Sunshine Band, Cherry Red, The Kingsmen, Arthur Connolly, Ray Charles, Etta James, Sam the Sham, Stevie Wonder and The Blues Brothers.

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£15 / £12 Concessions

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The University of Chichester

THE BIG BAND

FOOTLOOSE

WITH FIVE STAR SWING

Thurs 14 - Sat 16 April 7.30pm, 2.30pm Sat Mat

Sun 17 April 7.30pm

Direction by Matthew Cole Musical Direction by Matt Greaves Choreography by Tom Jackson-Greaves This amateur production is presented by kind permission of The Rogers and Hammerstein Organization

One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent memory bursts onto the live stage with exhilarating results. To the rockin' rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated top 40 score and augmented with dynamic new songs, ’Footloose’ celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

After a hugely successful first year, the Musical Theatre Joint Honours Company is proud to present this energetic, feel-good show. Brought to you by the same team that produced Sweeney Todd in Spring 2015. @UOCfootloose

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£12 / £10 Concessions £8 NUS

The unique Five Star Swing Big Band show as featured at London’s Leicester Square Theatre. Swing along with songs from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Jazz and Blues. As seen on BBC TV’s ‘Children in Need’, Dame Vera Lynn’s Charity Ball and Blackpool Tower Ballroom. Featuring Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra, and Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band, Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s brother), plus Tony Bennett’s trombonist!

"Superb - they swing like crazy!”

- Sheila Tracy, BBC “Swing and Song of the highest order” - Telegraph

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£15 / £14 Concessions £13 Friends

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THE BLUES BAND Fri 22 April 7.30pm

36 YEARS AND BACK FOR MORE Paul Jones, Dave Kelly, Rob Townsend Tom McGuinness and Gary Fletcher.

Many of the Blues Band’s 21st century fans weren’t even born when these five virtuosos, already music industry veterans, decided to fly in the face of musical fashion in 1979 and form a band ‘just to play the blues’. No one could have predicted that, 36 years on, they’d still be dazzling audiences with their showmanship and virtuosity. About 20 albums and thousands of gigs later, they’ve earned a reputation around the world as one of the finest exponents of the blues tradition in all its forms. With this line-up, it’s hardly surprising.

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TJ Productions

BROS Musical Productions

ONE MAN, TWO GUV’NORS

HAIRSPRAY

Tues 24 - Sat 28 May 7.30pm, 2.30pm Sat Mat

Weds 11 - Sat 14 May 7.45pm

By Richard Bean An amateur production by arrangement with Samuel French

Following great success with James Corden at The National Theatre, The West End, and Broadway, TJ Productions brings this hilarious show to Bognor Regis.

Can sacked skiffle band member, Francis Henshaw, manage to work for "two guvnors" without either knowing, keeping a potentially explosive secret from them, and will he ever get his CHIPS?

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£14 / 5 tickets for £60

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Based upon the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters Book by Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan Music by Marc Shaiman Lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman An amateur production by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd.

The 1950s are over and change is in the air!

‘Hairspray’, winner of 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs.

It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plussize teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire - to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. Can she dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network, all without denting her 'do’?

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£15 / £12.50 Children

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VOLUNTEERING The Regis Centre is run by registered charity Arun Arts Company Ltd. which relies heavily on the help of volunteers to stay open. Volunteering can be a great way to give back to your community, make friends and meet new people but it can also open up a door to opportunities though gaining new skills and experience.

Whether you have a couple of hours every week or are just available to help once in a while we’d love your support. Areas where our volunteers can help are: 

Charity Shop

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Marketing and Publicity

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Fundraising

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Maintenance

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Technical

Full training will be provided. If this is something you’re interested in, why not pop in to have a chat, contact us on 01243 867676 or fill out one of our Volunteer Application Forms online.

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VENUE HIRE Situated on the seafront, the Regis Centre offers an ideal venue for performances, meetings, conferences and exhibitions in the heart of Bognor Regis.

The building is a 1980s architectural landmark which provides a distinctive and unique venue for any function. Our spaces are highly versatile and can be tailored to your needs. These include our Studio space, smaller Gallery space, and airy and spacious foyer area, the wonderful 357 seat Alexandra Theatre and the Little Alex - a 60 seat studio theatre situated on the stage of the Alexandra Theatre.  Central Bognor Regis location with sea views.

 Versatile function rooms. 

 Fully equipped theatre and studio spaces.  On-site catering if required/

First class technical support and facility management.

 Highly competitive rates.

 Excellent road and rail links.

For more information please contact us on 01243 867676.

BOOKING INFORMATION In person:

Our Box Office opening times are: Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm or one hour before the start of each performance.

By phone:

Call us on 01243 861010.

Book online: www.regiscentre.co.uk By post:

Write in with details of your booking, contact details, full payment and a stamped addressed envelope and send to: Regis Centre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis, PO21 1BL

Payments:

We accept cash, cheque, theatre tokens and all major credit and debit cards - MasterCard, Visa, Electron, Delta, Solo, Switch, Maestro and Amex. Please make cheques payable to Regis Centre Ltd.

Concessions: One discount per ticket applies.

Concessions include senior citizens, students, under 16s, disabled patrons. Appropriate ID required.

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ACCESS The Regis Centre welcomes all patrons and has an extensive range of services to ensure you have an enjoyable and comfortable visit. Please mention your requirements at the time of booking and don’t hesitate to ask the Duty Manager if there is anything you need on arrival.

Parking:

We have 4 reserved parking spaces for blue badge holders at the front of the Centre. These are available on a first come, first served basis. There are additional blue badge bays in the public car park next to the Centre.

Hearing Impaired:

There is a hearing loop in our auditorium.

Assistance Dogs:

We welcome assistance dogs in all areas of our building. Please talk to our Box Office staff about any special requirements when booking.

Auditorium:

Row J has 3 permanent wheelchair spaces but we can accommodate up to 8 wheelchairs with prior notice. Row J is also suitable for patrons with walking difficulties. Due to our licensing regulations, we are unable to permit the transfer from wheelchairs to theatre seats.

WHERE TO FIND US

By Car: Follow the brown signs to the Regis Centre.

We are between Belmont Street and the Esplanade, There is a large car park next door. FOR SAT NAV OUR POST CODE IS PO21 1BL.

By Bus: Take a bus to Bognor Regis High Street. Walk east towards the main shopping parade (London Road) and turn right through the arcade.

We are located at the end of the arcade (5 minutes walk).

By Train: Take a train to Bognor Regis station. Leave the station by the main exit through the booking hall. Turn left to the main shopping precinct (London Road). Cross into the arcade.

We are located at the end (10 minutes walk).

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The Regis Centre frequently makes its facilities available for hire to local societies and non-professional companies and does not accept any responsibility for the quality, content or pricing of these events.

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BE OUR FRIEND At the Regis Centre we strive to bring you a wide range of entertainment. We’re a charity run venue and as such depend upon the great work done by our volunteers and the support of the local community.

If you would like to add your support, why not join our Friends scheme? It costs just £20 for the year or £30 for a joint membership. Benefits include: 

Discounted last minute tickets.

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Priority booking.

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Regular e-newsletter updating you on upcoming events, Centre news and community activities.

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Opportunities to attend exclusive Friends’ events.

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Free bookable backstage tours.

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10% discount in our seaside café.

To join fill in the form below and return it with payment to Arun Arts Ltd. at the Regis Centre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis, PO21 1BL.

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Friends of the Regis Centre Name: Address:

Email:

Phone No.:

Signature:

Date:

Single Membership

Joint Membership

Please tick this box if you are a UK tax payer and would like the Regis Centre to claim gift aid on your donation:

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WHAT’S ON AT A GLANCE DECEMBER Weds 16 - Thurs 31

Peter Pan

JANUARY Fri 1 - Sun 3 Fri 8 & Sat 9 Thurs 21 - Sat 23 Sun 31

Peter Pan No. 60 to the Somme The Producers St. Wilfrid’s and Chestnut Tree House Charity Concert

FEBRUARY Fri 5 Fri 5 & Sat 6 Thurs 11 & Fri 12 Sat 13 Sat 20 Sat 27

60 Minutes of Classical Music Alan Bennett’s Talking Heads Intermezzo Supreme Queen: Live in Concert Earthquakes In London Peter and the Wolf and Lyra’s Dream

MARCH Thurs 3 - Sat 5 Fri 4 Thurs 10 - Sat 12 Sun 13 Sat 19 Thurs 24 & Fri 25 Sat 26 Easter Mon 28

Art of Dance and Fitness Juniors Show 60 Minutes of Classical Music Blues Brothers and Soul Sisters Springtime in Vienna Coppélia The Pajama Game Arabesque Pongo’s Party

APRIL Fri 1 Sat 2 Thu 7 Fri 8 Sat 9 Thurs 14 - Sat 16 Sun 17 Fri 22

60 Minutes of Classical Music The Railway Children Mary Duff South Coast Crew The Mods Soul Revue Footloose Five Star Swing The Blues Band

MAY Fri 6 Weds 11 - Sat 14 Tues 24 - Sat 28

60 Minutes of Classical Music One Man, Two Guv’nors Hairspray