The Stables what's on guide Oct-Dec 2024

The Laine Dankworth Centre | Wavendon | Milton Keynes

Issue 90 | October - December 2024

world class music & entertainment

Supported using public funding by

box office 01908 280800 www.stables.org

Issue 90 Oct - Dec

welcome to The Stables

Located in the village of Wavendon, Buckinghamshire and only a few minutes’ drive from the centre of Milton Keynes, The Stables is one of the UK’s best-loved music venues – and a registered charity.

Founded by the world-famous jazz musicians Sir John Dankworth and Dame Cleo Laine in 1970, the venue presents more than 400 performances each year across all musical genres in our two venue spaces – the Jim Marshall Auditorium (capacity 398) and Stage 2 (capacity 80) – and welcomes more than 100,000 customers through its doors.

Learning and participation are central to The Stables’ activities, and our year-round programme of music-related workshops and courses offers a wealth of opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to develop their skills and experience.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

2

keep up to date All details in the brochure are correct at time of going to print.

Visit our website at stables.org to keep up to date with all the latest news as well as details of all our new shows going on sale throughout the year.

Issue 90 Oct - Dec

front cover artists contents JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM October November December

6 - 15 15 - 25 26 - 30

STAGE 2 October - December

33 - 42

Also on sale And not forgetting

43 - 45 46

LEARN & TAKE PART October - December

47 - 56

Booking & visitor information Diary

60 - 61 62 - 63

Los Pacaminos

Friday 13 December

page 28

Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone

information key

Friday 18 October page 9

Friends and Founders are entitled to a 10% discount. Please notify the box office when making your reservation.

New shows which are open for public booking from Friday 6 September. Prior to this date Stables Friends have priority.

Blackbeard’s Tea Party Sunday 17 November page 40

Denotes an education event or a concert with an associated education event. Ask Box Office for details.

A Christmas Tail

This event takes place in Stage 2.

Tuesday 17 - Tuesday 24 December pages 4-5

This event takes place in Mancini Forum.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

3

Christmas Fun

Coming to The Stables this December...

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

present

A pawsome adventure for all the family

17-24 December Proudly supported by

4

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

whirlwind of laughter, surprises and heartwarming moments.

Fusing comedy, circus and puppetry, and interwoven with music and songs, this is one tail-wagging adventure you and your children won’t forget in a hurry!

Dizzy O’Dare have been creating unique interactive circus and theatre productions for 15 years and are widely regarded as one of the UK’s most imaginative and playful companies making theatre for young people.

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

Having got lost in a snow-storm, a mischievous but lovable puppy faces an epic journey to get home in time for Christmas. Featuring a series of hair-raising escapades along the

Christmas Fun

Touching, funny and utterly original, A Christmas Tail is the perfect festive treat for the whole family to enjoy.

“Absolutely our favourite show. I would travel many miles to laugh that much again.”

“Very entertaining for both children and adults. Brilliant.”

Audience feedback on previous Dizzy O’Dare productions.

Performance dates and times

Ticket prices

DECEMBER

Adults

£16.50 £14.50

11am

1.30pm

Children under 16

Wednesday 18 11am

1.30pm

Thursday 19

11am

1.30pm

Carers accompanying disabled customers £12.75

Friday 20

–

4.30pm

Groups of 10+

Saturday 21

11.30am

2.30pm

School groups £14.50 per pupil – one free teachers ticket for every 10 tickets booked

Sunday 22

11.30am

2.30pm

Monday 23

11.30am

2.30pm

Tuesday 24

11.30am

2.30pm

Tuesday 17

£14.50 per person

Duration: approximately one hour (with no interval) Suitable for everyone over 4 years old.

No live animals appear in this production.

To book tickets, visit stables.org, or call 01908 280800.

The Stables

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

5

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

OCTOBER

Rush Theatre Company: The King Of Reggae – The Man – The Music £31

Tuesday 1 October, 8pm

Let’s Get Together and Feel Alright as Rush Theatre, the company that brought you the critically acclaimed A Joyous Jamaican Journey, present their new production. Get ready to enjoy songs such as One Love and No Woman No Cry, all played live on stage by The King of Reggae Band as they tell the story of Bob Marley, the man who brought reggae music to the world.

Remi Harris: Man of the World, The Music of Peter Green Wednesday 2 October, 8pm £20 Enjoy a celebration of the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Guitarist Remi Harris will be joined by vocalist Dave Small, bassist Tom Moore and drummer Shane Dixon to perform music from across Peter’s career, including classics such as Man Of The World, Black Magic Woman, Need Your Love So Bad and Albatross.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Cregan & Co 2 Feb 2025

Tom McRae

+ support from Lowri Evans Thursday 3 October, 8pm £26 Tom McRae’s ninth studio album, Étrange Hiver, is a collection of duets with some of his favourite French artists. Tom decided to collaborate on these 11 new songs as a way of deepening his relationship with mainland Europe, following the UK’s decision to leave the EU. LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Turin Brakes Acoustic 16 Nov

Best of Queen: The Break Free Tour Friday 4 October, 8pm

Standing tickets only £31.50

Get ready to Break Free with Majesty, the UK’s biggest Queen tribute. Join Freddie, Brian, Roger and John as they take you on a magical journey, performing the music of the UK’s favourite rock band.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Cavern Beatles 26 Oct

6

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Van Morrison Alumni Band £35

Saturday 5 October, 8pm

Marty Wilde: Greatest Hits Tour 2024 £33

Sunday 6 October, 8pm

Marty Wilde began his career in 1957 and was one of the first British singers to play a leading role in those formative and groundbreaking rock’n’roll years. Tonight Marty celebrates eight decades as a recording artist and songwriter, performing many of his greatest hits including Teenager In Love, Endless Sleep and Donna, alongside a host of other wonderful songs from the era.

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Nearly Dan 12 Oct

OCTOBER

Experience Van Morrison’s greatest hits live! The Van Morrison Alumni Band features his former touring and recording musicians who are reuniting to perform classic tracks including Brown Eyed Girl and Moondance. Led by saxophonist Leo Green, a longtime friend and collaborator, this is a must-see for any Van fan.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Buddy Holly & The Cricketers 28 Nov

keep up to date

Stay connected! like us on facebook

All details are correct at time of going to print.

For latest programme and other updates from The Stables, please visit www.stables.org and keep an eye on our social media channels.

Returns only

16+

/StablesMK

follow us on X @stablesMK

follow us on instagram stablesMK

Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn Tuesday 8 – Thursday 10 October, 8pm

£31

Award-deserving German comedy ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise. After all, everyone loves talking about the weather. Rain or shine, all will be fine. Or maybe it won’t.

Who knows?! Come along. Or else.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Lucy Porter 8 Mar 2025

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

7

Rave On: The Ultimate 50s & 60s Experience starring The Bluejays

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

OCTOBER

Friday 11 October, 8pm

£27.50

Charting the meteoric rise of rock’n’roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour through music’s most revolutionary decade. Prepare to be enthralled by an evening of back-to-back hits, vibrant vintage costumes and colourful staging. Featuring note-perfect renditions of the most-loved songs from the 1950s and 60s, Rave On is performed by an incredibly talented band.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Marty Wilde 6 Oct

Returns only

Nearly Dan Saturday 12 October, 8pm

£24.50

Less tribute, more homage, Nearly Dan are saviours to the growing legions of Dan fans desperate to hear the meticulously crafted grooves and allusive lyrical style of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker. Nearly Dan’s approach is faithful though not reverential, and relaxed but as tight as their namesakes.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Talon 6 & 7 Nov

Ronnie Scott’s All Star Band Sunday 13 October, 8pm

£25

Direct from London’s famous jazz club and combining worldclass live jazz, narration and rare archive images and footage, the Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to celebrate The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Ray Gelato and The Giants 18 Jan 2025

Returns only

Wishbone Ash Monday 14 October, 8pm

£35.50

Discover for yourself why Wishbone Ash are one of the most enduring and popular bands in British rock. With millions of albums sold, their iconic twin-guitar sound has produced a string of classics tracks such as The King Will Come, Throw Down The Sword and Blowin’ Free.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Stray 17 Nov

8

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Afro Celt Sound System £35

Tuesday 15 October, 8pm

Steve Knightley £22.50

Wednesday 16 October, 8pm

Former Show of Hands frontman Steve Knightley comes to The Stables as part of a groundbreaking nationwide solo tour, his first since the iconic band disbanded. Steve has a reputation for haunting narrative songs and captivating storytelling, and fans can look forward to a powerful and evocative continuation of his influential legacy in acoustic music.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Phil Beer

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Seckou Keita 27 Oct

OCTOBER

Afro Celt Sound System have been a leader in world music for more than 25 years. With millions in sales and several Grammy nods to their name, the band’s performances fuse African, Gaelic and bhangra influences in breathtaking fashion. Founder Simon Emmerson passed away in 2023, but the band have honoured his wish and are releasing a new album, OVA, in October. This is their first tour in five years.

12 Feb 2025

Papagena: Love, Legends & Lullabies Thursday 17 October, 8pm

£20, under-16s £10

The UK’s flagship female voice ensemble Papagena present a diverse programme ranging from sacred mediaeval works and contemporary madrigals to lilting Celtic ballads, folk legends and lullabies. Throw into the mix Purcell, Pentatonix, MacMillan, Monteverdi, Sandy Denny and Canadian mouth music and you have something for everyone!

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Mediaeval Baebes 3 Dec

Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone Friday 18 October, 8pm

£25.50

Lady Nade pays tribute to the high priestess of soul, Nina Simone, performing classic tracks with her band including I Wish I Knew How, Ain’t Got No, I Got Life and Mr Bojangles.

Lady Nade possesses one of the most singular voices on the UK music scene. As a black woman, she acknowledges Simone’s trailblazing role in paving the way for artists of her generation, and is honoured to celebrate her life and enduring legacy.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Amy: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse 29 Nov

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

9

SUNDAY SESSIONS MANCINI FORUM

Enjoy some fabulous Sunday-morning jazz in the Mancini Forum (The Stables’ main foyer).

We’ll be presenting an enticing mix of established names and rising stars of the UK jazz scene – the perfect way to start the day.

The Dime Notes Sunday 20 October, 11.30am £16.50 Small band, huge swing! The Dime Notes present a fresh take on blues-drenched, clarinet-driven 1920s jazz, emphasising the propulsive grooves and sultry melodies that made early jazz revolutionary, controversial and wildly popular.

Nicola Farnon Trio Sunday 17 November, 11.30am £16.50 Nicola Farnon is recognised as one of the UK’s classiest jazz and swing singers and double bassists.

On stage, she is a class act performing with a passionate and swinging style.

Jazz Dynamos Sunday 15 December, 11.30am £18.50 Jazz Dynamos make a welcome return to The Stables. Expect to hear your favourite 1970s and 80s hits but in a way you’ve never heard before! This is a five-piece band who take well-known songs and transform them with a mix of jazz, bossa and samba.

Doors open at 11am. Coffee, tea and light snacks will be available before each concert.

10

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

ENAJZOY YSUNDAY

L G THAT ING FEELIN MORN

The Best of Vonda Shepard: In Concert £34.50

Saturday 19 October, 8pm

OCTOBER

Following the success of her recent barnstorming UK tours which sold out venues across the country, Vonda Shepard is returning with her full band to play a set of greatest hits and favourites from her many albums, including her latest release Red Light, Green Light. Vonda first shot to fame through her long-running appearances, performances and musical accompaniment on the smash hit US TV show Ally McBeal.

The Dime Notes £16.50

Sunday 20 October, 11.30am

The Dime Notes – small band, huge swing! You can expect an entertaining morning of blues-drenched, clarinet-driven 1920s jazz. The band present a fresh take on this timeless style, emphasising the propulsive grooves and sultry melodies that made early jazz revolutionary, controversial and wildly popular.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Jazz Dynamos

14+

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Julia Fordham 23 Nov

15 Dec

Jason Byrne: No Show £30

Sunday 20 October, 8pm

There’s no show like a Jason Byrne No Show. No Show is a show with no comedy safety net. By the end of No Show you’ll have experienced a once-in-a-lifetime show or No Show.

Jason, along with the audience, will begin No Show with no show whatsoever. Witness Jason use his infamous audience interactions along with a sprinkle of props, both on and off the stage, to create No Show!

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Ed Byrne 12 Dec

Walter Trout

+ support from Laura Evans Monday 21 October, 8pm

£38.50

Walter Trout is currently riding a creatively formidable wave, as demonstrated by his latest album Broken, a raucous and poignant release. All of us are broken, but no one is beyond repair. It’s a philosophy that Walter has lived by during seven volatile decades at the heart of America’s blues-rock scene.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green 2 Oct

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

11

Henry Normal & Nigel Planer £21

Tuesday 22 October, 8pm

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

OCTOBER

Nigel Planer is a comedy legend, an actor, writer and, more importantly for this show, a great poet. He joins Henry Normal, BBC Radio 4’s ‘poet in reticence’ to reunite a team that entertains, educates and informs (but mostly entertains, it must be said). Expect poetry, stories, jokes, a Q&A, fun, knitwear and a few surprises.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Luke Wright

Returns only

16+

9 Apr 2025

Urzila Carlson: Just Jokes Wednesday 23 October, 8pm

£19

South African-New Zealander comedian Urzila Carlson returns to the UK with her new show Just Jokes. Urzila has become one of the biggest names in comedy in Australia and New Zealand and her new tour arrives hot on the heels of her 2023 sold-out UK show, It’s Personal.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Sophie Duker 22 Jan 2025

Returns only

Pam Ayres Thursday 24 October, 8pm

£39.50

Pam Ayres has been making the nation laugh for almost 50 years. Her performance tonight includes poems and stories from across her long career, including Pam Ayres On Animals, the UK’s bestselling poetry book of 2021, and her latest book, Who Are You Calling Vermin?

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Henry Normal & Nigel Planer 22 Oct

Returns only

15+

Maisie Adam Friday 25 October, 8pm

£23.50

Fresh from Live At The Apollo, A League Of Their Own and Have I Got News For You, Maisie Adam is heading back out on tour with a brand-new show. She’s five years into her job as a comedian now, so she’s due an appraisal. Join her for the ultimate performance review, where you’ll either see just why she was awarded Best New Act and nominated Best Newcomer… or you’ll see someone who’s ready for ‘organisational restructure’.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Sophie Duker 22 Jan 2025

12

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Sunday 27 October

OCTOBER

Family Fun Day Come and enjoy a day of creative fun for children and their grown-ups!

Dizzy O’Dare

Bunraku Puppet Making Workshop 11am-12pm

Ideal for ages 5+

FAMILY FUN DAY

We’re excited to welcome Dizzy O’Dare to The Stables for our Family Fun Day. The company will also be creating and performing our Christmas show in December.

FREE, but booking essential due to limited capacity*

Work with Mike and Alana from Dizzy O’Dare to create your own bunraku puppet to take home. Create a range of characters with just a few sheets of newspaper, a roll of masking tape – and your imagination. All materials supplied. This is an active and creative workshop for adult and child pairs.

MK Play Association

Ideal for ages 3+

Art & Craft Workshop 12pm-1pm & 2.30pm-3.30pm

FREE, but booking essential due to limited capacity*

It’s time to get creative as MK Play Association invite you to join them for an hour-long art and craft workshop, with themes inspired by Dizzy O’Dare. All materials supplied.

Dizzy O’Dare

Ideal for ages 3+

1.30pm-2.15pm

£6*

The Giant Balloon Show

Take everything you know about balloons, twist that into a theatrical experience, add an award-winning clown and a 1980’s soundtrack and you have The Giant Balloon Show! Expect feverous balloon sculptures, high energy comic performance and of course the all-important giant balloon! * All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Lunch boxes will be available to pre-order in advance.

A range of drink and light snacks will also be available throughout the day.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

13

The Cavern Beatles £26

Saturday 26 October, 8pm

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

OCTOBER

On 9 February 1961, The Beatles made the first of their 292 appearances at the now legendary Cavern Club in Liverpool.

More than 60 years on, The Cavern Beatles, a band fully endorsed and licensed by the same club, are coming to The Stables with their remarkable show. Get ready for a Magical History Tour through the works of the world’s greatest ever pop music phenomenon.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Simon & Garfunkel Story 4 May 2025

Seckou Keita Homeland Tour Sunday 27 October, 8pm

£20

Seckou Keita is a renowned kora virtuoso who stands as a luminary among African traditional musicians. In his new album Homeland, Seckou explores identity, a sense of belonging and questions the idea of home, influenced by his own relationship with both his adoptive UK homeland and his native country, Senegal. Backed by an electrifying seven-piece band of influential Senegalese musicians, this promises to be an explosive live show!

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Afro Celt Sound System 15 Oct

Albert Lee: 80th Birthday Tour Monday 28 October, 8pm

£31

One of the most respected and renowned guitarists in music history, Grammy award-winning Albert Lee has worked with the likes of Eric Clapton, The Everly Brothers, The Crickets and Emmylou Harris over an illustrious career spanning 60 years.

His unique picking style – performed at breakneck speeds that have to be seen to be believed – has earned him the title ‘the guitarist’s guitarist’.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Andy Fairweather Low 28 Feb 2025

Returns only

Lindisfarne Tuesday 29 October, 8pm

£34.50

Legendary 1970s folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne return to form with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by original founder member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar. With a repertoire of unforgettable songs including Meet Me On The Corner, Fog On The Tyne, Lady Eleanor and Run For Home, Lindisfarne’s power to galvanise audiences remains undimmed and is guaranteed to get you on your feet, singing along.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Oysterband 13 Nov

14

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Last remaining tickets

Stewart Copeland: Have I Said Too Much? £38.50

Wednesday 30 October, 8pm

Gary & Robbie Live In Concert £32.50

Thursday 31 October, 8pm

Two of the UK’s finest tribute artists come together for an unforgettable evening of Barlow, Williams and Take That classics. Jon Fisher and Dan Budd have an astonishing likeness to the artists they portray, and their stage performances and vocals are breathtaking. Jon and Dan are joined by their live band for a show that will leave you imagining the real deal is right in front of your eyes.

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Cregan & Co 2 Feb 2025

OCT / NOV

In this fascinating ‘Evening With’, Stewart Copeland talks about his incredible life as a performer, musician, entertainer and writer.

Stewart enjoyed remarkable success with The Police and is one of the greatest drummers of all time, a multi-Grammy winner and a Rock’n’Roll Hall of Famer.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Coldplace 21 Feb 2025

5+

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show Friday 1 November, 2pm

£19.50, under-16s £16.50

You think science is boring? Then think again – this is science like you’ve never seen it before. Designed for both children and adults, this show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even howling jelly babies! Awarded Best Kid’s Show at Edinburgh Fringe by The Derek Awards, this interactive show entertains and educates in the most spectacular way.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: A Christmas Tail 17-24 Dec

16+

Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes Friday 1 November, 8pm

£21

Jokes, rants, politics, play and the occasional sing-song. If you don’t know what Mark Thomas does, ask your parents.

In his time he has won awards (current total is now officially ‘f**kloads’), forced a politician to resign, changed laws on tax and protest, become a Guinness Book of Records world record holder for number of protests in 24 hours and generally mucked about trying to have fun and f**k the right people off.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Omid Djalili 4 & 5 Nov

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

15

Bye Bye Baby: Tribute to Frankie Valli Saturday 2 November, 8pm

£33

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

NOVEMBER

Bye Bye Baby is a jaw-dropping tribute to the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Enjoy a night to remember with incredible four-part harmonies, roof-raising falsetto and stylish choreography, all backed by an excellent four-piece band. The show includes more than 30 of Frankie’s greatest hits including Sherry, December ’63 (Oh What A Night), Grease, Beggin’, Working My Way Back To You and many more!

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Marty Wilde 6 Oct

The Syd Lawrence Orchestra: Big Band Legends Sunday 3 November, 8pm

£26.50

Hold on to your seats as Chris Dean and The Syd Lawrence Orchestra sweep you back in time with this exclusive show, jampacked with all the iconic tunes of the Big Band era, featuring music by Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Tommy Dorsey and more.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Dankworth Family Christmas Show 14 Dec

16+

Omid Djalili: Namaste Monday 4 & Tuesday 5 November, 8pm

£31.50

The Persian comedy powerhouse Omid Djalili performs his critically acclaimed new show in which he peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of this dangerously messed-up planet. No government gets a green card. No tyrant avoids a take down. No audience member leaves the theatre with an ounce of laughter left in them. You have been warned.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Mark Thomas 1 Nov

Talon: To The Limit 2024 Wednesday 6 & Thursday 7 November, 8pm

£30

Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the UK’s most successful touring shows. To The Limit 2024 features the Eagles’ timeless back catalogue including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Lyin’ Eyes, Life In The Fast Lane and many more. Revered by their peers and loved by their fans, this world-class, seven-piece band are a phenomenon. They have, over the past 25 years, truly transcended the tag of ‘tribute’.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Cregan & Co 2 Feb 2025

16

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Returns only

Nick Heyward

+ support from Isabella Coulstock

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: An Evening with Martin Fry 30 May 2025

Last remaining tickets

Elio Pace: My Songbook, My Life £33.50

Saturday 9 November, 8pm

Taking a break from his award-winning The Billy Joel Songbook tours, highly acclaimed pianist Elio Pace is back on stage, this time performing his own brilliant songs and some of his favourite covers with his sensational nine-piece band. Don’t miss this soulful and sumptuous night of live music at its very best!

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

Following a huge 2023 with Haircut 100 playing the BBC Radio 2 Piano Room and a sell-out London reunion show, Nick Heyward sets off on his first solo tour since the critically acclaimed Woodland Echoes album release tour in 2018. Join Nick and his four-piece band for songs from across his entire 40+ year career along with a preview of new material.

NOVEMBER

£33.50

Friday 8 November, 8pm

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Talon 6 & 7 Nov

Colosseum £25

Monday 11 November, 8pm

English progressive jazz-rock band Colosseum are on the road again with a new line-up consisting of original frontman Chris Farlowe, guitarist Clem Clempson and bassist Mark Clarke.

Joining them will be Nick Steed on keyboards, Kim Nishikawara on saxophone and Malcolm Mortimore on drums.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Jan Akkerman 5 Feb 2025

acknowledgements The Stables would like to give a special thanks to the following for their valuable support:

• Arts Council England • Cavatina Trust • Dame Cleo Laine • Dentons • FCC Communities Foundation

• Garfield Weston • MK Community Foundation • PMC • The Limb Family Endowment Fund • The Wavendon Foundation

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

17

AT THE STABLES ALINA ORCHESTRA

AT THE STABLES

We’re delighted to welcome Alina Orchestra, Milton Keynes’ very own professional orchestra, to The Stables for a series of three exciting concerts.

The series showcases a wide range of musical styles and periods. From the profound emotions of Haydn and Mozart to the vibrant energy of Sir Malcolm Arnold and the timeless beauty of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, there’s something for every music lover to enjoy.

Autumn Serenade Sunday 10 November, 7.30pm Haydn Finzi Arnold Mozart

Symphony no.44 in E minor, ‘Mourning’ Eclogue for Piano and Strings, op.48 Sinfonietta no.1, op.10 Symphony no.29 in A major, K.201

Conductor Soloist

Hilary Davan Wetton Craig Greene

Mozart Plus Saturday 8 February 2025, 7.30pm Mozart Mozart Mozart

Divertimento in D major, K.136 Piano Concerto no.23 in A major, K.488 Symphony no.39 in E-flat major, K.543

Conductor Soloist

Hilary Davan Wetton Antoine Préat

Baroque Splendour Saturday 31 May 2025, 7.30pm Corelli Vivaldi Paganini Albinoni Paganini

Concerto grosso in D major, op.6, no.4 The Four Seasons Caprice for solo violin no.20 in D major Sonata a 5 in C, op.2, no.3 Caprice for solo violin no.13 in B-flat major

Director/Soloist

Dominic Moore

Ticket information Book for all three concerts* and save more than 10% on the cost of your tickets! £82.50 central seating area and balconies £67.50 side seating areas

18

INDIVIDUAL CONCERT PRICES £31.50 central seating area and balconies £25.50 side seating areas Under-16s £11 *concerts must be booked in the same transaction to qualify for series discount

Sunday 10 November, 4.45pm-6pm

£6

On this final day of the course, participants are given the opportunity to conduct Alina Orchestra in front of a live audience and judging panel. This unique ‘behind the scenes’ experience is an opportunity for the audience to see the judging process, during which one highly rated participant will be selected to conduct one work during the Alina Orchestra concert later in the evening.

AT THE STABLES

Alina Orchestra presents the culmination of their first Conducting Weekend with a final workshop featuring all of the participants who have taken part in an intensive two-day course to develop their conducting careers.

ALINA ORCHESTRA

Alina Orchestra Conducting Weekend: Open Rehearsal Workshop

Alina Orchestra: Autumn Serenade Sunday 10 November, 7.30pm £31.50 & £25.50, under-16s £11 (ticket discounts available for three-concert series bookings – see panel on opposite page) Haydn Finzi Arnold Mozart

Symphony no.44 in E minor, ‘Mourning’ Eclogue for Piano and Strings, op.48 Sinfonietta no.1, op.10 Symphony no.29 in A major, K.201

Conductor Soloist

Hilary Davan Wetton Craig Greene

Haydn’s profound Symphony No.44 explores themes of grief and solace, showcasing the composer’s total mastery of orchestral expression.

Finzi’s Eclogue is a chamber piece of exquisite beauty and introspection, providing a moment of intimate musical conversation, while Malcolm Arnold’s vibrant and energetic Sinfonietta pulsates with youthful spirit. A masterpiece of classical grace and charm, Mozart’s Symphony no.29 concludes tonight’s concert on a bright and optimistic note.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

19

Colin Blunstone: One Year Live NOVEMBER

£33.50

Colin Blunstone performs his classic 1971 debut solo album, One Year, in its entirety, along with other selections from his career. Joined by a full band and the Q-Strings Quartet, the performance will include favourites such as Say You Don’t Mind, Misty Roses and Caroline Goodbye.

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

Tuesday 12 November, 8pm

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Andy Fairweather Low 28 Feb 2025

turn up the volume!

Turn Up The Volume! is The Stables’ monthly podcast. Each month we’ll bring you lively conversations with upcoming Stables artists and bands, exclusive looks behind the scenes, along with news and updates on what’s coming up.

Visit stables.org to take a listen to the latest episode.

Oysterband: A Long Long Goodbye Wednesday 13 November, 8pm

£27.50

From their earliest days as a noisy, politicised ceilidh band in the late 1970s, Oysterband have never stopped evolving or providing a soundtrack to the changing times. More than 50 years on, the band will be going out on a high as they bid A Long Long Goodbye to fans and friends with a series of unmissable shows.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Steve Knightley 16 Oct

The Sound of Springsteen Thursday 14 November, 8pm

£33

The Sound of Springsteen bring to life some of the greatest hits and deep cuts from Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. This fantastic eight-piece tribute to The Boss is ready to rock The Stables with classics such as Born In The USA, Glory Days and Dancing In The Dark as well as some of Bruce’s more recent hits.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Van Morrison Alumni Band 5 Oct

20

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

The Real Thing

+ support from Donovan Blackwood

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Drifters 5 & 6 Dec

Returns only

Turin Brakes Acoustic + support from Tom Speight

£31

Saturday 16 November, 8pm

Turin Brakes strip back to basics for their latest acoustic tour.

The band explain: “We couldn’t ignore all the love we got for our first acoustic tour [in 2019] when we kept having to add more and more shows due to the demand. So we decided to do it again and make it another very special and intimate performance.

We honestly can’t wait!”

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

Universally known for their legendary hits You To Me Are Everything, Can’t Get By Without You and Can You Feel the Force, The Real Thing remain pioneers of soul, funk and dance music. Original members Chris Amoo and Dave Smith are now celebrating more than 45 incredible years in the music industry, and they’re still going strong!

NOVEMBER

£38

Friday 15 November, 8pm

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Tom McRae 3 Oct

Nicola Farnon Trio Sunday 17 November, 11.30am £16.50 Nicola Farnon is recognised as one of the UK’s classiest jazz singers and double bassists. She has played alongside artists as diverse as Eliane Elias, Courtney Pine, Georgie Fame, Sir John Dankworth and Dame Cleo Laine. On stage, Nicola is a class act with a passionate and swinging style. She’ll be joined

by Richard Wetherall on piano and Phil Johnson on drums.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Jazz Dynamos

15 Dec

Stray Sunday 17 November, 8pm

£16.50

Stray return to The Stables with their new album About Time.

The band mix scintillating guitar playing in a twin guitar format with original members Del Bromham and Pete Dyer firmly back in the fold. Powerhouse drummer Karl Randall has occupied the position longer than any other and the addition of Pearl Handled Revolver’s Simon Rinaldo on keys and Colin Kempster on bass provides extra rhythmic drive.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Wishbone Ash 14 Oct

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

21

INFORMATION

Did you know?

The Stables is a registered charity bursting with activity both on and off the stage all year round.

From live performances to learning opportunities, and from festivals to community projects, The Stables plays a vital role in fostering a love for music and the arts, bringing people together and creating lifelong memories.

Ways you can support us and keep the music playing!

• Join our Friends of The Stables membership scheme • Make a donation when you book tickets • Leave a gift in your will • Join our Footpath of Fame Your support helps to ensure that countless individuals and communities develop a meaningful and enriching bond with music and creativity.

(UK taxpayers can boost donations by 25% with Gift Aid at no extra cost.)

Find out more here

‘The Stables’ and ‘IF: Milton Keynes International Festival’ are operating names of Wavendon Allmusic Plan, a registered charity in England and Wales (261645), which is a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (00979681).

22

Last remaining tickets 16+

Sarah Keyworth: My Eyes Are Up Here £24.50

Monday 18 November, 8pm

Jay Phelps Band: Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue £20

Tuesday 19 November, 8pm

Jay Phelps presents an exceptional show which features the music of two exceptional Miles Davis albums. Prior to the release of Kind Of Blue, Miles was busy in the studio, working with the same line-up of musicians: Cannonball Adderley, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, Wynton Kelly, Paul Chambers and Jimmy Cobb. In 1958, the album ’58 Miles was released and set the stage for the birth of the greatest jazz album of all time the following year.

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Lucy Porter 8 Mar 2025

NOVEMBER

Sarah Keyworth is back with a brand-new, joyous show about family, acceptance and a pair of big (well, not super big) losses.

This show was recently named the Most Outstanding Show at The Melbourne Comedy Festival 2024. As seen on Live At The Apollo (BBC Two), Mock The Week (BBC Two) and 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (Channel 4).

The Watch Plays Genesis: The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway £22.50

Wednesday 20 November, 8pm

The Watch are back with a new show celebrating the 50th anniversary of Genesis’s 1974 masterpiece The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway. Every song from this iconic double concept album will be performed live on stage and brief snippets of narrative will help you unravel the mysteries at the heart of the story.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: No Jacket Required 7 Dec

Returns only

Count Arthur Strong is Charles Dickens in A Christmas Carol £24

Thursday 21 November, 8pm

Due to public pressure, Count Arthur Strong extends his fond farewell to you for a ‘once in a lifetime’ limited run as he takes on one of the literary greats, the famous Charles Dickens – and then goes on to present his one-man interpretation of A Christmas Carol. “If you miss it, you weren’t there!”

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: John Shuttleworth 25 Mar 2025

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

23

Calling Planet Earth £33.50

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

NOVEMBER

Friday 22 November, 8pm

Calling Planet Earth recreates the electrifying 1980s and takes you on a musical journey right back to the nightclub dance floor!

Sing, dance and party to many of the best songs ever written from artists such as Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Ultravox, Visage, Tears For Fears, ABC, Japan, Yazoo, Human League, Eurythmics and more.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: 80’s Mania 25 Jan 2025

Julia Fordham £33.50

Saturday 23 November, 8pm

Julia Fordham returns to the UK for her first headline tour in seven years. She’ll be performing a selection of her classic songs including Happy Ever After, Where Does The Time Go, Porcelain and Manhattan Skyline as well as tracks from her forthcoming album. Julia was recently seen as part of the allfemale group Woman to Woman alongside Judie Tzuke and Beverley Craven.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Eddi Reader 10 & 11 Apr 2025

The Beggs Sisters

+ support from Roxanne de Bastion £16.50

Sunday 24 November, 8pm

After a sell-out debut in 2023, The Beggs Sisters are happy to announce their return to The Stables to celebrate the release of their debut EP Sleep With The Ghost. The trio have been performing live around the UK gathering new fans for their unique style of melodic folk.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Sorrel Nation

11 Oct

Eliza Carthy & The Restitution Tuesday 26 November, 8pm

£27.50

Eliza Carthy’s touring band, The Restitution, are a dynamic force of contemporary folk musicians, featuring Dave Delarre (guitars), Ben Seal (bass), Phil Alexander (piano) and Willy Molleson (drums). Eliza and the band are delighted to announce new dates to coincide with the re-release of Through That Sound (My Secret Was Made Known), Eliza’s highly acclaimed ‘lost in lockdown’ album.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Spiers & Boden 24 Feb 2025

24

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

16+

Ivo Graham: Grand Design £19.50

Wednesday 27 November, 8pm

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers £26.50

Thursday 28 November, 8pm

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers once again herald in the Yuletide festivities with Holly At Christmas, the show that’s now as traditional as mulled wine and mince pies! Holly’s hits, other contemporary classics and some Christmas crackers are all wrapped up in a fast, furious and funny feast of entertainment to make the perfect gift for all the family.

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Andy Zaltzman 25 Apr 2025

NOVEMBER

Fumbling a flute on Would I Lie To You?, combusting over a Cork accent on BBC Radio 5 Live, scaring Diane from the Traitors with a T-shirt of her face… what (yogurt and) banana skins await Ivo next? No ball games, no blind alleys, no backstage printers this year: just one of the best stand-ups of his generation back to prove he’s not just Taskmaster’s yardstick for failure but “on this form, as funny as anyone in town” (The Times).

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Rave On 11 Oct

Amy: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse £25

Friday 29 November, 8pm Amy: A Tribute are an eight-piece band with full horn section and backing singers. Drawing inspiration from her incredible performances, the band accurately recreates the live sound of Amy’s touring shows of the 2000s, ranging from the jazzinflection of the Frank era (2004) to the soul-drenched Mark Ronson style of the Back to Black years (2006-7).

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Lady Nade Sing Nina Simone 18 Oct

Clare Teal £32.50

Saturday 30 November, 8pm

She’s back! Expect exhilarating swing from award-winning jazz vocalist and long-time Radio 2 and Jazz FM broadcaster Clare Teal and her band, who return with a fabulous new show celebrating the hits and hidden gems of the Great American and British Songbooks, plus contemporary covers and originals. The concert will also include favourites from her DVD, The Fireside Sessions.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Nicola Farnon Trio

email boxoffice@stables.org

17 Nov

box office 01908 280800

25

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

DECEMBER

Last remaining tickets

Mostly Autumn £22.50 in advance, £24.50 on the door

Sunday 1 December, 8pm

Mostly Autumn have built their fan base the old-fashioned but highly effective way by playing live at every opportunity. Their musical palette is diverse – and while they draw on influences from the golden age of 1970s rock, they have developed their own unique sound and style that captures some of the essence of that era and yet looks forward into the future.

Promoted by Mostly Autumn

14+

Ruby Wax: I’m Not As Well As I Thought I Was £31

Monday 2 December, 8pm

After a sell-out run in 2023, Ruby Wax’s rawest, darkest, funniest and most compelling stage show yet announces brand new dates for 2024. “The original idea behind this show was based on the extreme journeys that I wanted to take in order to find an antidote to living a frazzled life. However, after some transcendent experiences, I ended up in a mental institution.

Obviously, I didn’t find what I was looking for.”

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Lucy Porter 8 March 2025

The Mediaeval Baebes £26

Tuesday 3 December, 8pm

With lush, ethereal harmonies and a dazzling array of exotic and period instruments, The Mediaeval Baebes will be weaving their storytelling magic once again. In this glorious festive concert, the classical chart-topping choir perform a selection of well-known Christmas carols, traditional folk songs and innovative settings of ancient and romantic poetry.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Papagena 17 Oct

The Puppini Sisters: Celebrate 20 Years Together £33.50

Wednesday 4 December, 8pm

2024 sees The Puppini Sisters celebrate 20 years together.

Founded by Marcella Puppini, the band pioneered the neoburlesque/swing scene with their immaculate close harmonies.

To mark the anniversary, The Puppini Sisters are embarking on a tour that looks back over their career by performing their hits, fan favourites and a few surprises in preparation for a brand-new album to be released in 2025.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Jazz Dynamos

26

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

15 Dec

The Drifters Thursday 5 & Friday 6 December, 8pm

£37.50

Last remaining tickets

No Jacket Required £25

Saturday 7 December, 8pm

Join the UK’s leading Phil Collins tribute as No Jacket Required return to celebrate their 20th anniversary. A spectacular twohour show from this fantastic 11-piece band features tracks from Phil’s solo career and his time with Genesis. Expect to be transported back to the 1980s to relive those hit-packed concerts in the company of this acclaimed band, making their 10th appearance at The Stables.

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Bye Bye Baby: Tribute to Frankie Valli 2 Nov

DECEMBER

Under the guidance of Tina Treadwell (the daughter of the group’s original founders George and Faye Treadwell), The Drifters have enjoyed a remarkable resurgence in recent years with multiple successful UK tours. Tonight they’ll perform all their classic hits including Saturday Night At The Movies, You’re More Than A Number and Come On Over To My Place.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Watch Plays Genesis 20 Nov

Woburn Sands Band Sunday 8 December, 4pm

£16.50, under-18s £6

Get in the mood for the Christmas season as the Woburn Sands Band present The Christmas Concert. The programme will include arrangements of some of our best-loved seasonal melodies. Come along to this early-evening event for some true family entertainment from your favourite local brass band, with soloists from the band featured in this, the 71st concert in the Drakeloe Series.

Promoted by the Woburn Sands Band

Tenors Unlimited Christmas Show Tuesday 10 December, 8pm

£25

Tenors Unlimited are back with a feast of Yuletide songs, including family favourites O Holy Night, O Come All Ye Faithful, Silent Night and Last Christmas, as well as their number one selling Christmas single Who Is He?. The guys’ rich vocal harmonies and down-to-earth sense of humour have endeared them to audiences around the world.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Papagena 17 Oct

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

27

Cats In Space: Time Machine Tour 2024 + support from Willie Dowling & The Invisible Band

DECEMBER JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

£26.50

Wednesday 11 December, 8pm

Imagine, if you will, a heady mix of Queen, ELO, Elton John and all things 1970s… then you have Cats In Space, a band brimming with majestic songs, soaring vocal harmonies, power chord guitars, thundering drums and bass and huge, symphonic keyboards. The band’s latest album, their sixth, is a huge musical feast conjuring up the finest sounds of the classic rock years.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Freddie & Queen Experience 15 Feb 2025

16+

Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time £35.50

Thursday 12 December, 8pm

As attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Come and join Ed as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Simon Evans 22 Dec

Los Pacaminos featuring Paul Young

£27.50

Friday 13 December, 8pm

Los Pacaminos are now in their 33rd year and show no signs of hanging up their boots. With an unmatched live reputation, two acclaimed studio albums and two live albums under their belts, the band continue to explore and celebrate the music of the Deep Southwest.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Police Dog Hogan 7 Mar 2025

gift ideas Footpath of Fame – your chosen name or text engraved onto a brick and placed amongst many celebrities in our exclusive Footpath.

Gift Vouchers – treat someone to a great night of entertainment.

Your support helps us to continue providing music and music-making opportunities for children and adults alike.

28

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

For more information contact box office on 01908 280800 or email development@stables.org

Dankworth Family Christmas Show £35 & £32.50

Saturday 14 December, 8pm

Jazz Dynamos £18.50

Sunday 15 December, 11.30am

Fronted by vocalist Lucy Randell, Jazz Dynamos are a fivepiece band who take the hits of the 1970s and 80s and transform them with an entertaining mix of jazz, bossa and samba. Their unique set of original, contemporary jazz arrangements includes classics by Dolly Parton, Madonna, U2, The Police, a-ha and Britney Spears.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Nicola Farnon Trio

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

This concert is a VAT fundraiser for Wavendon AllMusic Plan.

DECEMBER

Started by the legendary Sir John Dankworth and Dame Cleo Laine more than 50 years ago, this seasonal celebration led by Alec Dankworth features a host of family, friends and special guests. Already confirmed are Kevin Whately, Lorna Dallas, Peter Fisher, Jacqui Dankworth, Emily Dankworth, Alec Dankworth and The Dankworth Family Christmas Band. Expect a show packed with great music, seasonal fun and surprises along the way.

17 Nov

Maddy Prior & The Carnival Band: Carols & Capers 40th Anniversary & Farewell Tour £35.50

Sunday 15 December, 8pm

To mark the 40th anniversary of their artistic relationship, Maddy Prior and The Carnival Band will tour the UK in what will be not only a celebration but also a farewell, the last time they will undertake such an outing. Together they will mix ancient and modern instruments and rich vocal harmony with a refreshing cavalier attitude and plenty of humour.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Eliza Carthy & The Restitution 26 Nov

become a friend

Join online at stables.org/support_us/friends or call Enjoy some great benefits including priority booking, discounted 01908 280800 for further information tickets and the What’s On Brochure four times a year!

Becoming a Friend also plays a vital role in the funding of The Stables’ live music, entertainment and education activities.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

29

DECEMBER

Christmas Fun at The Stables

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM

4+

Dizzy O’Dare: A Christmas Tail

Proudly supported by

Tuesday 17 – Tuesday 24 December For information, turn to pages 4 & 5

16+

Albion Band Christmas Show Saturday 21 December, 8pm

£27.50

The Albion Christmas Band are widely regarded as the UK’s premier seasonal show and regularly attract sell-out audiences.

Featuring the combined talents of Simon Nicol (Fairport Convention), Kellie While (Albion Band), Simon Care (Edward II) and the guvnor himself, Ashley Hutchings MBE, the show takes you on a musical guided tour of Britain’s Christmas customs.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Spiers & Boden 24 Feb 2025

Simon Evans & Friends Sunday 22 December, 8pm

£22.50

Simon Evans returns to The Stables for an extended headline set of new material with two very special support comedians TBA soon! Simon is one of the UK’s most respected and established comedians. Fearless, provocative and ruthlessly intelligent, he’s a regular on TV and radio. His credits include BBC One’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and BBC Two’s Mock The Week, and he was a regular on Channel 4’s Stand Up For The Week.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Ivo Graham 22 Nov

30

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

INFORMATION

Promote your business with us!

Reach thousand of potential customers through our marketing opportunities: • Brochure Advertising: Our brochure is posted to 20,000 customers and sent to 25,000 email subscribers four times a year.

C hoose from full or half-page ads.

• F oyer Promotion: Engage directly with our visitors through foyer promotions.

• Ticket Advertising: Gain a prominent position on tickets distributed for all our events • Event and Space Sponsorship: Gain visibility by sponsoring events and venue spaces.

We can help you connect with over 70,000 visitors annually.

Contact us today to explore your advertising and sponsorship opportunities at development@stables.org

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

31

INFORMATION

gift ideas The Stables offers a number of unique gift ideas that make for original presents as well as being a great way of supporting the venue.

Footpath of Fame

Your chosen name or text engraved onto a brick and placed amongst many celebrities in our exclusive Footpath.

Friends Membership

Why not give a loved one Friends membership as a gift?

They’ll be able to enjoy a range of benefits designed to make their visits to The Stables even more enjoyable.

Gift Vouchers

Treat someone to a great night of entertainment.

Your support helps us to continue providing music and music-making opportunities for children and adults alike.

For more details visit stables.org or call the box office on 01908 28080

32

stage 2

The Stables’ second performance space: intimate, relaxed and informal STAGE 2

Stage 2 is the ideal place to catch a star of tomorrow on their way up or enjoy more established artists experimenting with new material. With a capacity of just 80 for most gigs, there’s always an intimate and relaxed feel to proceedings.

Stage 2 hosts around 100 concerts each year of all shapes and sizes – folk, rock, blues and much more besides – along with a good smattering of comedy and spoken word.

So come and hear the latest new music and comedy, relax and enjoy a drink with friends!

Look out for these Stage 2 artists making their headline debuts this season

Sorrel Nation

Sunjay

Project Smok

Fri 11 Oct

Fri 15 Nov

Sat 23 Nov

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

33

Hannah Scott £13.50

STAGE 2

OCTOBER

Saturday 5 October, 8.45pm

In the 15 years she has been writing and performing, Hannah Scott has become a consummate storyteller. Her writing may be deeply personal but her music has a universal appeal that extends beyond the melodies you catch yourself humming days after listening to her songs. Hannah is currently touring to support the release of her album Absence Of Doubt, the first she has co-produced.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Leddra Chapman

16 Nov

Plumhall £15

Sunday 6 October, 8.45pm

Plumhall are Michelle Plum (Chumbawamba, The Chris Norman Band) and Nick B Hall (Magna Carta, Ian Prowse & Amsterdam, The Hall Brothers). Their mesmerising blend of acoustic and electric instruments, exquisite vocal harmonies and exceptional musicianship has earned them numerous accolades and wowed audiences worldwide. 2024 has been the band’s most exciting year yet – including the release of their third album One Star Awake.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Bella Hardy

1 Dec

Jo Harrop £16.50

Thursday 10 October, 8.45pm

Jo Harrop possesses one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary jazz, yet she has soul running through her veins.

The Path Of A Tear, Jo’s superb fourth album, is an ear-watering slice of mid-1970s soul with a sublime shot of jazz and a subtle twist of Americana, and sees Jo finding her voice as a writer with elegant, confessional songs of unflinching honesty.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Emily Dankworth

26 Oct

Sorrel Nation

+ special guest My Girl The River Friday 11 October, 8.45pm

£13.50

Kent-born songstress Sorrel Nation brings you a soulful mix of folk rock with powerful vocals and haunting melodies. She engages audiences with emotive lyrics with a 1970s-inspired style and is known for impressive covers of Gillian Welch, Fleetwood Mac and Portishead.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Beggs Sisters 24 Nov

34

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Tad Newton’s Jazz Friends: A Journey Thru’ Jazz £16.50

Saturday 12 October, 8.45pm

STAGE 2

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Syd Lawrence Orchestra 3 Nov

OCTOBER

A swinging and entertaining evening dedicated to the great icons of jazz: Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Earl Hines, Jelly Roll Morton, Horace Silver, Fats Waller, Bill Evans, Miles Davis and many more…

Tom Waters Band £26.50

Monday 14 October, 8.45pm

Tom Waters is a highly accomplished rhythm’n’blues and jazz saxophonist who has recorded and worked with numerous charttopping bands and rock’n’roll legends. He has many awards to his name and with his band, which he tours and gigs regularly with, Tom is proving that the saxophone can really rock and roll!

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Leo Green Experience 28 Sep

16+

Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club £12.50 in advance, £14.50 on the door

Wednesday 16 October, 8.45pm

Compere Andrew Bird introduces Michael Fabbri and Tania Edwards. (Line-up is subject to change.)

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Sophie Duker 22 Jan 2025

feeling peckish?

Our snack bar is open from 7pm serving a variety of snacks, soft drinks, teas and coffees. Or why not enjoy a luxury Marshfield Farm ice-cream during the interval?

Save time at the bar! Place your interval drinks order at the bar before the show starts.

email boxoffice@stables.org

For more information on eating and drinking at The Stables visit stables.org

box office 01908 280800

35

Jimmy Regal & the Royals £14

STAGE 2

OCTOBER

Saturday 19 October, 8.45pm

Jimmy Regal & the Royals are a tough and howlin’ harmonicaled three-piece from south London, with sounds drawn from Mississippi, New Orleans, Mali and Canvey Island. This highenergy band have supported the likes of Grammy Award-winner Cedric Burnside and the B.B. King Band and have graced many festivals and venues across the UK, including Red Rooster and the 100 Club.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Hitman Blues Band

8 Nov

The Fezzes £16.50

Tuesday 22 October, 8.45pm

The Fezzes stand for Fun, Entertainment and never ZZ sleeping and bring you an evening of Exotic Sounds. Stylishly turned out, the band perform a set loaded with the classic cool of 1950s American rock’n’roll, filtered through the lens of Tarantino soundtracks. And you’ll often find them taking a left turn into the knowing wink of British comedy, with a yakety sax. Just Like Hat. LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Rave On 11 Oct

Long Road Home £14

Friday 25 October, 8.45pm

Long Road Home are a song-based rock band, whose music is drenched in the blues. Their influences can be traced back to the emergence of the British blues scene, 1970s rock and beyond.

The band’s debut album Are We Invisible? is very much in the modern blues idiom with shades of progressive and classic rock adding spice to the mix.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Hitman Blues Band

8 Nov

Emily Dankworth Saturday 26 October, 8.45pm

£21.50

Emily Dankworth has been in the studio the past year and it’s been an immense journey. The title of the resulting EP – Voyage (Part 1) – is significant as most of the lyrics and music were composed while at sea and from somewhere deep in her imagination. Emily sings of love, hope, sailors and angels with gorgeous vocal harmonies, drawing on her jazz heritage but with decidedly contemporary themes.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Dankworth Family Christmas Show 14 Dec

36

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

OCTOBER

turn up the volume!

STAGE 2

Turn Up The Volume! is The Stables’ monthly podcast. Each month we’ll bring you lively conversations with upcoming Stables artists and bands, exclusive looks behind the scenes, along with news and updates on what’s coming up.

Visit stables.org to take a listen to the latest episode.

Demi Marriner £16.50

Sunday 27 October, 8.45pm

Last year was a big year for Demi Marriner – not only with her own music but also as a member of the Elles Bailey Band, which has just won The Americana Music Association UK Live Act of the Year award. Demi then released her highly anticipated debut album, The Things We Didn’t Say, followed by a series of soldout shows featuring her full band. She was nominated in three categories at this year’s UK Blues Awards.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Katey Brooks

5 Apr 2025

Joshua Burnell Band £16.50

Tuesday 29 October, 8.45pm

Joshua Burnell makes retro pop-rock for the modern world. His most recent album, Glass Knight, won over a lot of new fans following its release last year. Expect hooky melodies drenched in warm, retro-synth textures, reverbing guitars, lush harmonies and words that make you think. Imagine The War On Drugs meets Genesis with “lashings of Peter Gabriel stylings” (The Guardian).

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Watch Plays Genesis 20 Nov

16+

Sooz Kempner: Class of 2000 Thursday 31 October, 8.45pm

£18.50

Sooz Kempner’s new tour combines her 2023 sell-out Edinburgh Fringe hit with fresh 2024 material. In a hilarious look back, she explores turning 15 in 2000 amid fears of the Millennium Bug. Recalling school, pop culture and teenage dreams, the show resonates with anyone who remembers Y2K or simply had big ambitions as a kid.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Maisie Adam 25 Oct

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

37

Terry Neason Songs & Words: Pride, Passion ‘N A Wee Pinch O’ Pizzazz £21

NOVEMBER

Saturday 2 November, 8.45pm

STAGE 2

Enjoy an evening with award-winning Scottish diva Terry Neason as she performs an eclectic, emotional roller-coaster of songs and dramatised poems. Terry includes her own songs and other originals, as well as popular covers by The Waterboys, Snow Patrol, The Beatles, Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel. She also recites poems by John Hegley, Brian Patten and Liz Lochead.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Eddi Reader 10 & 11 Apr 2025

Suthering £16.50

Thursday 7 November, 8.45pm

Evocative and distinctive, folk duo Suthering (Julu Irvine and Heg Brignall) transport audiences with their exquisite vocal harmonies and message of hope during hard times. The duo have toured extensively since 2022 with their debut album If We Turn Away and are currently working on a second studio album, produced and recorded by Sean Lakeman, which will be released later this year.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Bella Hardy

1 Dec

become a friend 16+

Join online at stables.org/support_us/friends or call 01908 280800 Enjoy some great benefits including priority booking, discounted for further information

tickets and the What’s On Brochure four times a year!

Becoming a Friend also plays a vital role in the funding of The Stables’ live music, entertainment and education activities.

The Hitman Blues Band £15

Friday 8 November, 8.45pm

The Hitman and his Hitman Blues Band return to The Stables as part of their 20th anniversary UK tour. The common thread for every tune is the blues – from soulful blues ballads to foot tappin’ music that makes you want to get up and dance. With powerful vocals, ripping guitar, a solid rhythm section and stirring backing vocals, plus a little humour in the narrative, this is a blues show like no other.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Long Road Home

38

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

25 Oct

Palmerston £13.50

Saturday 9 November, 8.45pm

STAGE 2

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Albert Lee 28 Oct

NOVEMBER

Palmerston’s reputation has grown rapidly over the past few years and has seen the band sharing stages with the likes of Ralph McTell, Eve Selis, The Moulettes, Richard Digance and country guitar legend Albert Lee, who said of them: “The gentlemen of Palmerston guarantee you an exciting evening… the music is fresh, invigorating, all theirs and a must see-andhear.”

Allison Lupton, Shane Cook and Kyle Waymouth £15.50

Tuesday 12 November, 8.45pm

Allison Lupton hails from the heart of rural Ontario, Canada where her love for music took root. She is now touring her album Words of Love joined by Canadian and US Grand National fiddle champion Shane Cook and CFMA Solo Instrumental Artist of the Year champion Kyle Waymouth. Expect a glorious mix of beautiful story songs, electrifying fiddle tunes and dazzling step dance united by the trio’s warm and frequently humourous stage presence.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Bella Hardy

1 Dec

Christine Collister £18.50

Thursday 14 November, 8.45pm

Over her 40-year career, Christine Collister has released 24 albums, a DVD celebrating 20 years in the business and an acclaimed single with the BBC: the theme tune for The Life and Loves of a She-Devil in 1987. Touring for the first time in four years, Christine’s set includes tracks from the Children of the Sea project – nine original songs inspired by Manx folklore and a magical sense of place.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Eleanor McEvoy

19 Nov

Sunjay Friday 15 November, 8.45pm

£16.50

When Sunjay starts to sing and play the guitar, you are transported to a world where blues and country music meld seamlessly amid humid mangrove swamps and redneck barbecues. Sunjay is, without doubt, the real deal. Expect an evening of exquisite blues, country and folk music combined with a masterclass in guitar playing interspersed with hilarious anecdotes.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Albert Lee 28 Oct

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

39

Leddra Chapman £20.50

NOVEMBER

Saturday 16 November, 8.45pm

STAGE 2

Renowned independent singer-songwriter Leddra Chapman is set to release her highly anticipated third studio album Telling Truths in October. This latest release serves as a big sister record to her debut album Telling Tales, reflecting a profound journey of healing and empowerment. It speaks truth to power, with each song offering a candid and heartfelt narrative.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Hannah Scott

Standing gig

5 Oct

Blackbeard’s Tea Party: We Are People Tour £15.50 in advance, £16.50 on the door Blackbeard’s Tea Party are back with their latest album We Are People. On this new collection they explore the past and the present to ask what it means to be British right now – from personal, political and piratical perspectives. Electric guitars, fiddle, melodeon, drums and four-part harmonies combine to create music that is drenched in tradition but filtered through a kaleidoscope of modern rock and pop.

Sunday 17 November, 8.45pm

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Police Dog Hogan 7 Mar 2025

Eleanor McEvoy £22.50

Tuesday 19 November, 8.45pm

One of Ireland’s most accomplished singer-songwriters, Eleanor McEvoy returns to delight fans with her latest material. Her most recent album Gimme Some Wine, released in 2021, received enthusiastic acclaim on its release, featuring co-writes with legendary Irish songwriter Paul Brady and Dave Rotheray of The Beautiful South.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Christine Collister

16+

14 Nov

Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club Wednesday 20 November, 8.45pm

£12.50 in advance, £14.50 on the door

Compere Andrew Bird introduces Justin Panks and Wendy Wason (Line-up is subject to change.)

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Eshaan Akbar 6 Feb 2025

40

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Wille Edwards Duo £18.50

Thursday 21 November, 8.45pm

STAGE 2

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Walter Trout 21 Oct

NOVEMBER

Wille Edwards is one of Cornwall’s most successful exports – an eclectic songwriter and frontman of internationally acclaimed band Wille and the Bandits. Wille is known for writing deeply moving, anthemic songs that transport his audience into another life, often writing from the perspectives of people he has met on his travels. He has toured with the likes of Deep Purple, Status Quo, Joe Bonamassa, the John Butler Trio and Warren Haynes.

Tom Korni: Slowfade £13.50

Friday 22 November, 8.45pm

Award-winning musician and songwriter Tom Korni returns to The Stables after eight years, debuting his new project Slowfade.

Known for his unique one-man-band performances, Tom creates the sound of a five-piece band by playing drums with his feet while handling guitar, bass, synths and vocals live. The show will feature his classic hits, some covers and the first-ever showcase of Slowfade’s psychedelic rock, jazz and pop-infused music.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Joshua Burnell Band

29 Oct

Project Smok £18.50

Saturday 23 November, 8.45pm

Project Smok are the neo-trad trio of Ali Levack (BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Year 2020), Ewan Baird and Pablo Lafuente. With tunes built around Ali’s distinctive piping, paired with Ewan’s skilled bodhran playing and Pablo’s nuanced guitar, electric guitar and production, the trio manage to bring together an array of musical styles. The band’s second album The Outset was released earlier this year.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Afro Celt Sound System 15 Oct

Chris Cleverley & Awake Mother £13.50 in advance, £16.50 on the door

Saturday 30 November, 8.45pm

With four acclaimed albums under his belt, Chris Cleverley’s boundary-shattering, dream-folk songwriting sits on the cutting edge of modern folk, exploring challenging contemporary themes from displaced people to the fragile beauty of our natural world.

Awake Mother is the new collaboration of award-winning alt-folk songwriter Minnie Birch and multi-instrumentalist Kathy Pilkinton.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Daria Kulesh

1 Feb 2025

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

41

Bella Hardy & Jenn Butterworth £18.50

Sunday 1 December, 8.45pm

STAGE 2

DECEMBER

A self-taught ‘fiddle singer’, Bella Hardy began performing at Cambridge and Sidmouth festivals from the age of 13. Her debut album Night Visiting, released 10 years ago, established her reputation as a songwriter when her first original composition. 10 years on, Bella marks a decade of remarkable recordings with her new album Hey Sammy. Tonight Bella will be joined by the wonderful guitarist Jenn Butterworth.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Suthering

7 Nov

The Leon Hudston Band £13.50

Friday 6 December, 8.45pm

With a bond that spans more than 30 years, The Leon Hudston Band bring to life the captivating melodies of Leon Hudston, enriched by delicate electric and acoustic guitar, piano and bass. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Angus & Julia Stone, The Franklin Electric and Ray Lamontagne, their music is a winning blend of original songwriting, storytelling and four-part harmonies.

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Turin Brakes 16 Nov

Returns only

16+

Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club Wednesday 11 December, 8.45pm

£12.50 in advance, £14.50 on the door

Compere Andrew Bird introduces Dan Antopolski and Alex Haddow. (Line-up is subject to change.)

LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Larry Dean 22 Feb 2025

Standing gig

Albany Down Saturday 21 December, 8.45pm

£15.50

Contemporary UK blues-rock band Albany Down came together with some classic rock and Brit blues-rock influences, but with their 2011 debut album, South Of The City, they found their own sound. Albany Down are a band that runs on pure adrenalin, unrelenting energy and raw emotion. Rock blogger Neil Mach probably got it right, when he described the band “as hot as volcanic ash and yet as cool as snow slippers”.

Promoted by AD Recordings Ltd

42

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Sat 1 & Thu 27 Feb Ward Thomas

Thu 6 Feb Eshaan Akhbar

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM JANUARY Sat 11

Dire Streets £33

Thu 16

Limehouse Lizzy £31

Sat 18

Ray Gelato & the Giants £22.50

Wed 22 Sophie Duker: But Daddy I Love Her £20 Fri 24

Martyn Joseph £24.50

Sat 25

80s Mania from £30.50

Sun 26 Antiques & a Little Bit of Nonsense £33.50 Thu 30

T.Rextasy £36

FEBRUARY Sat 1

Ward Thomas from £33.50

Sun 2

Cregan & Co £27

INFORMATION

also on sale

Indicates a new show which is open for public booking from Friday 6 September.

Prior to this date Stables Friends have priority.

Fri 28 Feb Andy Fairweather Low

ALL SHOWS START AT 8PM, EXCEPT WHERE STATED

Tue 4

Fairport Convention £36.50

Wed 5

Jan Akkerman £27.50

Thu 6

Eshaan Akbar £21

Fri 7

ELO Again £33

Sat 8

Alina Orchestra: Mozart Plus from £25.50

Sat 15

Freddie & the Queen Experience £30.50

Thu 27

Ward Thomas from £33.50

Fri 28

Andy Fairweather Low £33.50

MARCH Tue 4

Ensemble 360: Lark Ascending from £22

Fri 7

Police Dog Hogan £22.50

Sat 8

Lucy Porter: No Regrets £22.50

Tue 11

The Dublin Legends £31.50

Sun 16 Dr Feelgood £33 Fri 21

Coldplace: Tribute to Coldplay £29

Wed 12 Nashville Nights Tour £27.50

Sat 22

Pop Princesses £23

Fri 14

Sat 22

Larry Dean: Dodger £20.50

The Story of Guitar Heroes £30.50

Sat 15

A Night to Remember Motown Show £36

Mon 24 Spiers & Boden £24.50

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

43

INFORMATION

also on sale Sat 8 Mar

Sun 16 Mar

Wed 26 Mar

Lucy Porter

The South

Cara Dillon

JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM Sun 16 The South £36

Sat 12

Johnny Cash Roadshow £30.50

Quo Connection £22

Fri 13

The History of Rock £32

Fri 20

Roy Orbison & the Traveling Wilbury Experience £29

Sun 27 Jon Culshaw £30.50

Sat 21

Northern Soul Live £32

Mon 28 Francis Rossi from £43.50

Sat 28

Grimethorpe Colliery Band £31

Kast Off Kinks £27.50

Thu 17

Tue 25

John Shuttleworth £27.50

Jamali Maddix £24.50

Fri 18

Lionel: The Music of Lionel Richie £26

Fri 28

Sat 29

Harriet: Trying to Get the Feeling Again £25.50 James Brown v Prince feat. Funk Soul Orchestra £33.50

APRIL Sat 5

Mon 7

Wed 9

Craig Revel Horwood from £38.50 The Amazing Bubble Man from £14 The Fureys £26

Thu 10 Eddi Reader & Fri 11 £33.50

JUNE Sat 7

Sat 22

Wed 26 Cara Dillon £31

44

ALL SHOWS START AT 8PM, EXCEPT WHERE STATED

Fri 25

Andy Zaltzman £20

MAY

JULY

Sun 4

The Simon & Garfunkel Story £34.50

Fri 4

Thu 29

Laurence Jones £20.50

Americana Revue feat. Ben Mills £27

Sat 5

Fri 30

ABC: An Intimate Evening with Martin Fry from £35.50

Logicaltramp £26

Thu 10

Kossoff: The Band Plays On £24.50

Sat 31

Alina Orchestra: Baroque Splendour from £25.50

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

INFORMATION

Indicates a new show which is open for public booking from Friday 6 September.

Prior to this date Stables Friends have priority.

Mon 7 Apr The Amazing Bubble Man

STAGE 2

Fri 25 Apr Andy Zaltzman

Sat 29

Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman £22.50

Sat 1

Daria Kulesh £16.50

Wed 5

Kim Richey £21

Sat 5

Thu 6

Josienne Clarke £19

Katey Brooks £16.50

Wed 9

Luke Wright: Joy £16.50

Sat 12

Andrew Bird: Ticklish Mind £14.50

Wed 12 Phil Beer £21.50 Fri 28

Gary Fletcher Band £20

MARCH Sat 8

Fri 14

John Coghlan’s Quo Reimagined £22.50 Looking for Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood £22.50

Sat 15

Navaro £13.50

Sat 22

Honey & The Bear £16.50

Francis Rossi

SUNDAY SESSIONS IN THE MANCINI FORUM

ALL SHOWS START AT 8.45PM , EXCEPT WHERE STATED

FEBRUARY

Mon 28 Apr

APRIL

Sun 27 Edwina Hayes £16.50

11.30AM

JANUARY Sun 19 Shades of Shearing Quintet £18.50

FEBRUARY Sun 16 Simon Spillett Quartet £16.50

MARCH Sun 16 James Allsopp Quartet play Stan Getz £16.50

APRIL Sun 13 Joanna Eden Band: The Road to Paysanda Tour £18.50

MAY Sun 18 Gershwin Piano Trio £16.50

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

45

INFORMATION

and not forgetting...

Tickets are still available for the following Stables shows in September: SEPTEMBER

Date

SEPTEMBER

Date

Go Now! Tribute to the Moody Blues

Sun 1

Tremaine Dawkins

Sat 14

Bootleg Blondie

Tue 3

Lulo Reinhardt & Yuliya Lonskaya

Tue 17

Camille O’Sullivan

Wed 4

India Electric Co.

Wed 18

Cloudbusting: The Music of Kate Bush

Thu 5

Aled Jones

Thu 19

The Tiger Lillies

Fri 6

Danny Beard

Fri 20

Solstice

Sat 7

Will Wilde Band

Fri 20

The Cadillac Kings

Sat 7

Peter Cox

Sat 21

Hope & Social

Tue 10

Stars from The Commitments

Sun 22

G4

Wed 11

Dom Joly

Mon 23

Geoff Norcott

Thu 12

The Wonder of Stevie

Wed 25

Shakatak

Fri 13

Merill Osmond

Thu 26

The Shackleton Trio

Fri 13

Abba Forever

Fri 27

Nick Cope

Sat 14

Eddy Smith and The 507

Fri 27

Gary Meikle

Sat 14

The Leo Green Experience

Sat 28

Lulo Reinhardt & Yuliya Lonskaya

Tue 17 Sep

46

Danny Beard

Fri 20 Sep

Dom Joly

Mon 23 Sep

LEARN & TAKE PART

learn and take part The atmosphere was relaxed and the tutor allowed everyone to learn in their own way offering additional support where it was needed.

Learning and participation are central to The Stables’ activities, bringing music to the widest possible audience. Our learning and participation programme works with people of all ages and levels of ability and across many musical styles.

With lifelong learning at its heart, the programme includes workshops, courses, talks, concerts and training. The Stables aims to encourage people to become involved in music, whether by developing existing skills or offering a musical experience for the first time.

The programme offers events for children and young people, through to opportunities for more experienced audiences and music makers. Our outreach work and partnerships aim to support people across the region who may not otherwise have the opportunity to participate in musicmaking activities.

Great venue, great course, great teacher!

Over the following pages you’ll find details of our workshops and courses over the next few months.

Please call The Stables box office on 01908 280800 or visit stables.org to book a place.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

47

LEARN & TAKE PART 48

workshops and courses SEPTEMBER

Date

Time

Suitability

Fee

Cajon Beginners Part 1

Sun 8 Sep

1.30pm-4pm

Adult/15+

£28

Ukulele Beginners Part 1

Sat 14 Sep

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£38

Concertina Beginners

Sat 21 Sep

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£42

Intro to Music Recording & Production Part 1

Sat 28 Sep

10am-4pm

Adult/15+

£52

Blues Guitar Beginners Part 1

Sun 29 Sep

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£38

OCTOBER

Date

Time

Suitability

Fee

Mandolin Beginners

Sun 6 Oct

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£42

Melodeon Beginners Part 1

Sat 12 Oct

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£42

Singing Lead Vocals & Microphone Technique

Sun 13 Oct

1.30pm-5pm

Adult/15+

£28

Harmonica Beginners Part 1

Sat 19 Oct

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£38

Ukulele Beginners Part 2

Sat 19 Oct

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£38

Intro to Music Recording & Production Part 2

Sat 26 Oct

10am-4pm

Adult/15+

£52

NOVEMBER

Date

Time

Suitability

Fee

Blues Guitar Beginners Part 2

Sat 2 Nov

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£38

Saxophone from Scratch

Sat 16 Nov

9.30am-12.30pm OR 1pm-4pm

Adult/16+

£28

Melodeon Beginners Part 2

Sat 23 Nov

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£42

Ukulele Beginners Part 3

Sat 23 Nov

10am-3pm

Adult/16+

£36

Harmonica Beginners Part 2

Sun 24 Nov

10am-3pm

Adult/15+

£38

Introduction to Live Sound Engineering

Sat 30 Nov

10am-4pm

Adult/16+

£42

COURSES

Dates

Time

Suitability

Fee

Saxophone Improving Beginners

Saturdays 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 7 Dec OR Saturdays 26 Oct, 23 Nov, 14 Dec

9.30am-12.30pm

Adult/16+

£58

Saxophone Study Group

Saturdays 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 7 Dec OR Saturdays 26 Oct, 23 Nov, 14 Dec

1pm-4pm

Adult/16+

£58

Saxophone Beginners Course

Saturdays 12 Oct, 9 Nov, 7 Dec

9.30am-12.30pm

Adult/16+

£58

Latin Percussion for Beginners

Sundays 13 Oct, 17 Nov & 8 Dec

1.30pm-4.30pm

Adult/15+

£56

The Jazz Experience for Beginners

Sundays 13, 20, 27 Oct; 3, 17, 24 Nov

10am-12.30pm; end of course performance 2pm on 24 Nov

Adult/15+

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

£95 (students £75)

Adult/15+ Workshop £28

Sunday 8 September, 1.30pm-4pm

The Cajon (wooden box), the smallest drum kit in the world, is the perfect powerful accompaniment instrument to any kind of band, be it blues, hip hop, boogie, rock, pop, folk or latin – providing a full snare and rich bass sound. Cajons come in various shapes, sizes and styles and during this one-day workshop you’ll get hands-on experience to fully discover a range of possibilities this versatile instrument can provide.

Covering tones, exercises and rhythms, this workshop is suitable for kit drummers and hand drummers alike. Please bring a cajon (with snare wires inside) if you have one or contact education@ stables.org if you need to borrow one (limited numbers available).

Ukulele Beginners Part 1

LEARN & TAKE PART

Cajon Beginners Workshop

Adult/15+ Workshop

Saturday 14 September, 10am-3pm

£38

The ukulele is a fun and accessible instrument making a big comeback in popular music and in education. This workshop is ideal for beginners to learn the basics of playing, how to accompany songs and ukulele techniques. Come and take part in the ukulele revival! No prior experience necessary! Participants will need to bring a soprano-, concert- or tenor-sized ukulele.

(The follow-on workshop Ukulele Beginners Part 2 workshop takes place on Saturday 19 October.)

Concertina Beginners

Adult/15+ Workshop £42

Saturday 21 September, 10am-3pm

What has six sides, buttons and could once be found in almost every home in the country? The answer: the Anglo concertina. Join squeezebox expert Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne to discover the fundamentals of this wonderful instrument and its rich history and repertoire in this day-long workshop. You’ll be taken through the absolute basics of Anglo concertina playing, from finding notes, to putting together full tunes, through to making chords. No previous knowledge of concertina playing or music theory is required for this workshop and concertinas are available for participants to borrow.

support our work The success of our music and learning programme depends on the generous support of many individuals and organisations.

B ecome a Friend of The Stables – benefits include priority booking and ticket discounts.

Name a Seat – your chosen name on a seat in the auditorium.

Leave a gift in your will to help nurture the next generation of musicians.

For further information please call 01908 280800 or email development@stables.org Join our group of volunteers and become a Stablemate.

Purchase Gift Vouchers which can be exchanged for tickets at The Stables.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

49

LEARN & TAKE PART

Introduction to Music Recording and Production Part 1 Saturday 28 September, 10am-4pm

Adult/15+ Workshop £52

This workshop offers an introduction to recording and production using music technology, looking at microphone and production techniques and recording different instruments. The workshop uses MAC computer and Logic Software in ways that apply generally across Digital Audio Workstations software including Ableton, Cubase and Sonar. We’ll focus on recording and production rather than just creating within the software and you’ll be able to take away audio files of tracks produced to the skills you’ve learned. If you play an instrument, bring it along for the afternoon recording session to learn how best to record it.

(Our Part 2 follow-on workshop on Saturday 26 October looks in more detail into studio-based recording and production.)

Blues Guitar Beginners Part 1

Adult/15+ Workshop

Sunday 29 September, 10am-3pm

£38

This workshop introduces the blues, looking at techniques such as turnarounds, shuffles and basic basslines, demystifying ‘V-IV-I’ chord sequences. We’ll explore fundamental techniques such as finger picking, hammer-ons and pull-offs, using examples from classic recordings. You’ll need to be comfortable with E, A, D and B7 chords and be able to change confidently between them. Some knowledge of E and A minor pentatonic scales will also be helpful. (Details available on The Stables website or email education@stables.org.) You will need to bring a six-string acoustic guitar. (The follow-on Blues Guitar Part 2 takes place on Saturday 2 November.

Saxophone Improving Beginners Course Saturdays 5 October, 2 November, 7 December, 9.30am-12.30pm OR Saturdays 26 October, 23 November, 14 December, 9.30am-12.30pm (three-session course)

Adult/16+ Course £58

This course offers returning saxophonists the opportunity to learn as part of a group through a fun programme of practical musical activities and performance. It aims to help students develop core technical, performance and improvisation skills and build confidence. Students must have their own instruments and ideally have attended previous Stables Saxophone from Scratch, Refresher and Improving Beginners workshops. If you have any other recent playing experience and are interested in joining the course, contact education@stables for further advice before booking.

50

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Adult/16+ Course

Saturdays 5 October, 2 November, 7 December, 1pm-4pm OR Saturdays 26 October, 23 November, 14 December, 1pm-4pm (three-session course)

£58

This course is for saxophonists with more than two years’ experience and looking to reach an intermediate standard (equivalent to Grade 3 plus) on their instrument. You will have the opportunity to learn through a structured programme of study, incorporating a mixture of scale and study work, duet and group performance and improvisation activities.

LEARN & TAKE PART

Saxophone Study Group

The focus is on having fun, building confidence and competence in a supportive environment which enables students to progress in their musical development. Contact us on education@ stables.org to find out availability of places, and also so we can advise you which of the two groups is suitable to join and if your recent sax playing experience is suitable for the course.

Mandolin Beginners

Adult/15+ Workshop £42

Sunday 6 October, 10am-3pm

The mandolin is used in a range of styles and is great as a melody or rhythm instrument and this workshop introduces both styles of playing. Exploring basic technique, simple tunes, chord shapes and progressions and playing as a group, the workshop is suitable for anyone who has some basic experience of stringed instruments (such as guitar, ukulele, banjo, bouzouki, violin) and who can play basic open chords and a few scales of tunes. An ability to read tablature is useful but not essential.

Please bring a mandolin if you have one or contact education@ stables.org if you need to borrow one (limited numbers available).

gift ideas Footpath of Fame – your chosen name or text engraved onto a brick and placed amongst many celebrities in our exclusive Footpath.

Gift Vouchers – treat someone to a great night of entertainment.

For more information contact box office on 01908 280800 or email development@stables.org

Your support helps us to continue providing music and music-making opportunities for children and adults alike.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

51

LEARN & TAKE PART

Saxophone Beginners Course Saturdays 12 October, 9 November, 7 December, 9.30am-12.30pm (three-session course)

Adult/16+ Course £58

This course offers beginner saxophonists the opportunity to learn as part of a group. Through practical musical activities and exploring tunes you’ll start to build confidence and develop some of the technical and musical skills to play the saxophone. The course is suitable for beginners who have attended our Sax from Scratch or Refresher workshops or had another basic introduction to the saxophone. Participants will need to bring their own tenor, alto or baritone sax. If you have any other recent sax playing experience and are interested in joining the course, contact education@ stables.org for further advice before booking.

Melodeon Beginners Part 1

Adult/15+ Workshop

Saturday 12 October, 10am-3pm

£42

A rare chance for beginners to pick up and play the small but mighty melodeon (aka button accordion/squeezebox) with expert guidance from tutor Mel Biggs. Drawing on traditional English dance tunes, the workshop introduces learning the instrument left hand first to develop effective rhythmical control and coordination, before learning your first tune with both hands (the bit most people find tricky at first!). This workshop is for anyone interested in English folk music, folk dance, or trying a squeezebox for the first time. You don’t need to read music notation, and no previous melodeon or folk music experience is required, but a basic knowledge of music (scales, chords, time signatures) will help.

This workshop is for instruments tuned in D/G with a minimum of 2-rows and 8-basses. If you don’t have your own, some loan boxes will be available on the day. (Limited number available so please contact us at education@stables.org if you need to borrow one.)

Singing Lead Vocals & Microphone Technique Sunday 13 October, 1.30pm-5pm

Adult/15+ Workshop £28

For singers who want to explore some of the technical, artistic and practical aspects of singing with a microphone. Perhaps you already sing in a choir, or play in a band, and want to try solo or lead vocals? You’ll look at equipment essentials, microphone technique and which mic to use, understanding monitoring, fold back and live mixing to get the best out of your sound, how to approach different styles of music such as rock, pop or jazz and how to tackle the challenges of fronting a band, whatever the size. You’ll also look at how ‘phrasing’ can help with the challenges of some songs and have a go at singing with backing tracks and stripped-down guitar accompaniment.

52

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Adult/15+ Course

Sundays 13 October, 17 November & 8 December, 1.30pm-4pm (three session course)

£56

This introductory course is a chance to enjoy the experience of playing percussion in an ensemble, to develop your playing skills and an understanding of latin rhythms, instruments and styles. You’ll look at how the percussion is built up for a salsa band and how that can develop to play in other latin and popular music styles. You’ll use timbales, maracas, guiro, claves and cowbells, and learn how different percussion patterns interlock and work together to create energetic and infectious rhythms.

LEARN & TAKE PART

Latin Percussion for Beginners

Instruments are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if you have them and would like to try playing them in a group. The course is suitable for anyone who has a basic technique in hand drumming from playing conga or other hand drums (able to play basic patterns with bass, slap and open tone) and has some basic rhythm skills gained from playing drumkit or other percussion. Contact education@ stables.org if you need further advice.

The Jazz Experience for Beginners

Adult/15+ Course

Sundays 13, 20, 27 October; 3, 17, 24 November (no session 10 Nov), 10am-12.30pm; end of course performance Sunday 24 November, 2pm £95 (£75 students) For instrumental players new to jazz, this six-session course will help introduce you the language and repertoire of jazz. With the help of expert tutors you’ll work through activities and play in both small and large groups, all designed to help you begin to understand the roots of jazz and how to begin playing it.

The course is open to players of piano, guitar, bass, drum kit, brass, reed or woodwind, but numbers of rhythm section instruments (bass, drums, guitar, piano) are limited in order to balance the bands.

You’ll also work towards learning a selection of well-known jazz tunes from memory, in preparation for an informal performance on the final afternoon. The tunes will be selected by the tutors to suit the range of instruments taking part, but you may find it useful to be familiar with the following scales and chords before the course. Concert pitch instruments: Bb, C, G “Blues” scales; C, Eb, F major scales. Bb instruments: D, C, A “Blues” scales; D, F, G Major scales. Eb instruments: A,G, E “Blues” scales; A, C, D Major scales Chords (rhythm section): Major7: Eb, Ab; Min7: Cm7, Fm7, Gm7, Am7; G7, C7, F7, Bb7, Eb7, Ab7, D7 The course is ideal for those that have not played any jazz before, or are looking for a basic refresher. If you are unsure or have any other level of experience, including paying some jazz before, contact education@stables.org for further advice.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

53

LEARN & TAKE PART

Harmonica Beginners Part 1

Adult/15+ Workshop

Saturday 19 October, 10am-3pm

£38

Learn the basics of playing harmonica in this popular workshop, where you’ll be introduced to tune playing, chord-playing and blues improvisation. No previous harmonica experience is necessary, but you’ll need to bring a 10-hole harmonica in C. (The follow-on Harmonica Beginners Part 2 workshop takes place on Sunday 24 November.)

Ukulele Beginners Part 2 Saturday 19 October, 10am-3pm

Adult/15+ Workshop £38

Building on Beginners Part 1, this workshop is ideal for beginner ukulele players to develop their playing further and will help you to develop your rhythm and melody playing skills, add new chords and combine different strokes for rhythmic effects.

Using a mix of contemporary and vintage material, you’ll also get the chance to practice as a ukulele band and try out playing the melody, accompanying and adding colour to the musical arrangements. Previous attendance at Ukulele Beginners Part 1 is recommended and you will need to bring a soprano-, tenor- or concert-sized ukulele.

Introduction to Music Recording and Production Part 2 Saturday 26 October,10am-4pm

Adult/15+ Workshop £52

Aimed at those who have attended the Intro to Music Recording & Production Part 1 workshop or who already have some experience of recording and music technology, this follow-up session looks in more depth at microphone technique, effects and processors, synthesis, MIDI, mixing and mastering and the techniques you need to create great recordings in your own home or DIY studio.

The workshop uses MAC computer and Logic Software, but in a way that applies generally across Digital Audio Workstations software such as Ableton, Cubase and Sonar. If you play an instrument, please bring it along for the afternoon recording session. (This workshop follows on from Introduction to Music Recording and Production Part 1 on Saturday 28 September.)

54

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Saturday 2 November, 10am-3pm

Adult/15+ Workshop £38

Improve your blues playing with this workshop designed to help you move on with your technique. By looking at tunes by Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf and John Lee Hooker, you’ll learn about 12-bar progressions, the blues scale and shuffle rhythms in more depth. Please bring a six-string acoustic guitar with you. Prior attendance on the Beginners Part 1 workshop is recommended.

Saxophone from Scratch

LEARN & TAKE PART

Blues Guitar Beginners Part 2

Adult/16+ Workshop

Saturday 16 November, 9.30am-12.30pm OR 1pm-4pm £28 Have you ever wanted to try the saxophone but didn’t know where to start? Do you want to try it for the first time or have a go before buying one? Starting with the absolute basics, this workshop takes you on a on a step-by-step approach to making your first sounds, breathing tips, exercises, learning fingerings and scale patterns and playing simple melodies from those scales. No previous musical experience is required. You’ll be in a small group of beginners and in a friendly and supportive learning environment. Instruments are provided for use in the workshop, but if you have your own you are welcome to bring it along for advice and comparison, especially if it is one you may be practicing on after the workshop.

Ukulele Beginners Part 3: Jazz Up Your Ukulele Saturday 23 November, 10am-3pm

Adult/15+ Workshop £36

We’re currently in the ‘third wave’ of the ukulele, but the last time just about everyone had one was in the 1920s and 1930s – the ‘Jazz Age’. In this course we’ll go from basic three- and fourchord pop songs and start to explore ‘Jazz Age’ style of playing, with the emphasis on making it swing and having fun. We’ll look at fancy sounding jazz chords, ways of linking chords together, some classic intros and endings, and turn our strumming into something you can dance to. Ideally you will have completed the beginners parts 1 and 2 courses, be able to play a couple of common barre chords and have played some simple tablature.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

55

LEARN & TAKE PART

Melodeon Beginners Part 2 Saturday 23 November, 10am-3pm

Adult/15+ Workshop £42

A chance for melodeon players at the beginner level to explore the instrument and basic rhythms in more depth. This workshop will focus on playing traditional English polkas, jigs and waltzes, how to start crossing the rows and introduce some left-hand variation. Suitable for players who have some basic knowledge of the instrument already (i.e. can play a number of simple tunes oom-pah on the left hand), and who have their own instrument.

Participants do not need to read music notation, but a basic knowledge of music (scales, chords, time signatures) will help.

This workshop is for instruments tuned in D/G with a minimum of 2-rows and 8-basses. If you have previously done Melodeon Beginners Part 1 and need to borrow an instrument in order to take part in this part 2 workshop, please contact us at education@stables.org.

Harmonica Beginners Part 2

Adult/15+ Workshop

Sunday 24 November, 10am-3pm

£38

Learn more of the basics of harmonica playing in this Beginners Part 2 workshop. This session will consolidate the work you have already done on improvisation, tune playing and chugging at Part 1 and move on to the fundamental blues technique of note bending. Participants will need a 10-hole harmonica in C. Prior attendance on Beginners Part 1 is recommended.

Introduction to Live Sound Engineering Saturday 30 November, 10am-4pm

Adult/16+ Workshop £42

Are you an aspiring sound engineer? Or a musician who wants to understand how to use PA and get a better sound at your gigs? This workshop offers a basic introduction to the world of Live Sound Engineering and will cover types of microphone and placement, basic parts of a PA, how to use a mixing desk and basic EQ. It is suitable for complete beginners, or for people who have gaps in their understanding of live sound.

56

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Stables Bar

Beers & Lagers Check out our new draught beers: Beavertown Neck Oil, a session IPA, Cruzcampo, a Spanish lager and Appleshed cider to complement our quality range. Don’t forget to look for our guest beers from a local brewery.

INFORMATION

The

Drivers Drinks Look out for our range of low alcohol drinks, including Adnams Ghostship, Heineken Zero and Old Mout Berries & Cherries cider.

We can also offer Doom Bar Zero and Guinness Zero (while stocks last).

Interval Orders Beat the queue in the interval by pre-ordering your drinks. Collect and enjoy at your leisure, either in our foyer or back in your seat.

The Stables Bar is open from 7pm on concert nights, serving a wide range of drinks for you to enjoy during the evening.

Snack Bar Our popular snack bar has a selection of hot and cold drinks on offer – a hot chocolate might be the order of the day as the weather turns colder. Or how about a mulled wine to warm you through – and why not add a festive mince pie, available from 1 December?

Hospitality Packages AT THE STABLES

Enjoy bespoke hospitality packages* for all occasions, whether you are celebrating a special birthday, anniversary or simply wanting a private space for time to catch up with colleagues, friends or family.

We can offer exclusive use of Stage 2 or our Hospitality Room (depending on numbers), both pre-show and during the interval, with a dedicated event manager and event staff.

Packages can be built together to include specific drink requests (subject to availability) and various options for catering. Pre-ordered drink options are also available. *Please note that hospitality packages do not include any show ticket requirements/costs.

For more information, contact Emma Briggs, Event Manager development@stables.org or call 01908 280816.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

57

INFORMATION

ns o i t i b i h x E Cinema

Events

Families

Café mkgallery.org

Business MK is free in every format..

Scan the code to start your subscription.

58

Business MK www.businessmk.co.uk

INFORMATION

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

59

INFORMATION

booking information How to book

Booking Fees

Core box office opening hours:

Prices published in this brochure include all booking commission fees.

Please visit www.stables.org for details of current opening hours

For tickets up to £10: a commission fee of £1 per ticket will be charged

IN PERSON: please refer to our website for current arrangements regarding in-person booking

For tickets between £10.01 and £15: a commission fee of £1.50 per ticket will be charged

BY PHONE: 01908 280800 during opening hours; text phone users please call 18001 01908 280800.

For tickets between £15.01 and £25: a commission fee of £2.50 per ticket will be charged

ONLINE: www.stables.org

For tickets between £25.01 and £35: a commission fee of £3.50 per ticket will be charged

COLLECTING YOUR TICKETS: E-tickets: You can choose to receive your tickets via email. You can either print these out at home or show them on your phone to our front of house staff when entering the auditorium.

For tickets more than £35: a commission fee of £4.50 per ticket will be charged These fees apply to all booking channels - in person, by phone and online.

Ticket collection: from The Stables box office during opening hours.

Concessions/discounts

Postal tickets: At an extra cost of £2.50, we can send your tickets to you by post.

Concessions are available on selected performances and where they apply are indicated on the ticket pricing details.

Payment options

You can pay by cash if booking in person; we accept all major debit and credit cards.

Reservations

Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers for The Stables are available to purchase online and from the box office.

Data protection

Ticket reservations must be paid for within three days of booking (excluding groups and Friends of The Stables who can reserve for up to seven days). We are unable to reserve tickets without payment within seven days prior to the performance.

We would like to add or retain your details to keep you informed about future events promoted by The Stables.

When you make your first booking with us, you will be asked whether you want to receive such information.

To be removed from our mailing lists at any time, please call or email the box office boxoffice@stables.org

Terms & Conditions

For full terms and conditions, please visit www.stables.org

seating plan

AB AA

This seating plan gives a general overview of The Stables main auditorium. Please ask a member of our box office staff at time of booking if you have questions regarding the choice of your seats KEY:

Balcony

LEFT DOOR

ENTRANCES

Balcony BR

LEVEL SEAT TIERED SEAT BALCONY SEATING WHEELCHAIR

CA CB CC CD CE CF CG CH CJ CK CL Sound Desk

BL

Balcony

DB DA

AH AG AF AE AD AC

THRUST STAGE DH DG DF DE DD DC

DH DG DF

Shaded areas represent seating levels not prices. Each show is individually priced.

PROSCENIUM STAGE

RIGHT DOOR

For large print brochures, please call our Box Office on 01908 280800 60

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

KEY:

L T B W

th

H5 Portw

ay

A421 H8

A421

S

BUCKINGHAM

0N

13

M1

ew tR por

WALTON

ay

Gr

w ove

th

l Lane

H9

Sou

oad

• Take the second right (Dankworth Way) by the traffic lights onto the new approach road, signposted The Stables. The Stables entrance is straight ahead.

CO’

A5

• At the Kingston roundabout take the first exit signposted Wavendon/Woburn Sands, onto the A5130 (Newport Road)

130

• Head towards Milton Keynes on A421

BEDFORD

A5 TES

• Take the second right (Dankworth Way) by the traffic lights onto the new approach road, signposted The Stables. The Stables entrance is straight ahead.

From M1 Junction 13

y Wa

46

• At the Kingston roundabout take the second exit signposted Wavendon/Woburn Sands, onto the A5130 (Newport Road)

lds

Chi

A41

• At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit.

Follow the road through to the Kingston roundabout

H6

1

• Head towards Milton Keynes

NEWPORT PAGNELL

A42

From M1 Junction 14 • At the first roundabout take the 2nd exit

MK17 8LU

Nor

J13

M1

Stockwel

The Stables is situated to the south east of Milton Keynes in the village of Wavendon.

A50 9 J14

How to find us

INFORMATION

visitor information

BLETCHLEY WAVENDON

WOBURN

Accessible Toilets

There are three accessible public toilets – one as part of the main toilet area situated in the foyer; further toilets are located next to the ladies and within the gents, both accessible from the auditorium.

Parking

Facilities for Hearing Impaired Customers

The Stables has free car-parking on site (vehicles and contents are left entirely at owner’s own risk). At busy times, your exit from the car park may be slightly delayed – thank you for your patience. There are a limited amount of disabled parking spaces available (not bookable in advance). We also have a small bicycle rack available to the left of the main public entrance.

The main auditorium is fitted with an Ampetronic system.

To use this system you must have a hearing aid with either a switchable or auto-detect T-Setting built in. Stage 2 customers will need to wear a hearing necklace, available from the box office. If you wear a hearing device please inform a member of the box office team when booking your tickets so that they can seat you in the area of the auditorium where the signal is strongest.

Access information

Assistance Dogs

The Stables welcomes people with disabilities. For full access information, please refer to the Your Visit section on our website at www.stables.org The Stables is accessible to wheelchair users and other customers with limited mobility. There is a lift available giving access to seats on lower accessible levels. We can accommodate eight people in wheelchairs per performance, subject to availability. We have volunteer customer assistants available at the majority of events to provide assistance.

Please ask a member of our box office team at the time of booking if you have any questions or concerns about your access around the building.

Assistance dogs are welcome, but please advise us when you book so that we can allocate appropriate seats and inform you of any special effects that might affect your dog’s comfort.

Eating and drinking at The Stables Our foyer snack bar serves a range of light snacks, soft drinks, teas and coffees. Ice-creams are also available.

The Stables bar will be available for pre-show and interval drinks on performance nights.

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

61

INFORMATION

diary at a glance OCTOBER

Sat 26

The Cavern Beatles

Tue 1

Rush Theatre: The King of Reggae

Sat 26

Emily Dankworth

Wed 2

Remi Harris: The Music of Peter Green

Sun 27 Family Fun Day

Thu 3

Tom McRae

Sun 27 Seckou Keita Homeland Tour

Fri 4

Best of Queen

Sun 27 Demi Marriner

Sat 5

Van Morrison Alumni Band

Mon 28 Albert Lee

Sat 5

Hannah Scott

Tue 29

Lindisfarne

Marty Wilde

Tue 29

Joshua Burnell Band

Sun 6

Plumhall

Wed 30 Stewart Copeland

Tue 8

Henning Wehn

Thu 31

Gary & Robbie

Wed 9

Henning Wehn

Thu 31

Sooz Kempner

Thu 10

Henning Wehn

NOVEMBER

Thu 10

Jo Harrop

Fri 1

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science Show

Fri 11

Rave On

Fri 1

Mark Thomas

Fri 11

Sorrell Nation

Sat 2

Bye Bye Baby

Sat 12

Nearly Dan

Sat 2

Terry Neason

Sat 12

Tad Newton’s Jazz Friends

Sun 3

Syd Lawrence Orchestra

Sun 13 Ronnie Scott’s All Star Band

Mon 4

Omid Djalili

Mon 14 Wishbone Ash

Tue 5

Omid Djalili

Mon 14 Tom Waters Band

Wed 6

Talon

Tue 15

Thu 7

Talon

Wed 16 Steve Knightley

Thu 7

Suthering

Wed 16 Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club

Fri 8

Nick Heyward

Thu 17

Papagena

Fri 8

The Hitman Blues Band

Fri 18

Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone

Sat 9

Elio Pace

Sat 19

The Best of Vonda Shepard

Sat 9

Palmerston

Sat 19

Jimmy Regal & the Royals

Sun 10 Alina Orchestra Open Rehearsal Workshop

Sun 6

62

Afro Celt Sound System

Sun 20 Sunday Sessions: The Dime Notes

Sun 10 Alina Orchestra: Autumn Serenade

Sun 20 Jason Byrne

Mon 11 Colosseum

Mon 21 Walter Trout

Tue 12

Tue 22

Henry Normal & Nigel Planer

Tue 12 Allison Lupton, Shane Cook & Kayle Waymouth

Tue 22

The Fezzes

Wed 13 Oysterband

Colin Blunstone

Wed 23 Urzila Carlson

Thu 14

The Sound of Springsteen

Thu 24

Pam Ayres

Thu 14

Christine Collister

Fri 25

Maisie Adams

Fri 15

The Real Thing

Fri 25

Long Road Home

Fri 15

Sunjay

All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees

Friends and Founders discount applies

Educational

Stage 2

Mancini Forum

For more information see page 3

Sat 16

Turin Brakes Acoustic

Wed 11 Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club

Sat 16

Leddra Chapman

Thu 12

Ed Byrne

Sun 17 Sunday Sessions: Nicola Farnon Trio

Fri 13

Los Pacaminos

Sun 17 Stray

Sat 14

Dankworth Family Christmas Show

Sun 17 Blackbeard’s Tea Party

Sun 15 Sunday Sessions: Jazz Dynamos

Mon 18 Sarah Keyworth

Sun 15 Maddy Prior & The Carnival Band

Tue 19

Jay Phelps Band

Tue 19

Eleanor McEvoy

Wed 20 The Watch Plays Genesis Wed 20 Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club Thu 21

Count Arthur Strong

Thu 21

Wille Edwards Duo

Fri 22

Calling Planet Earth

Fri 22

Tom Korni

Sat 23

Julia Fordham

Sat 23

Project Smok

INFORMATION

Indicates a new show which is open for public booking from Friday 6 September.

Prior to this date Stables Friends have priority.

Tue 17 - Dizzy O’Dare: A Christmas Tail Tue 24 see pages 4 & 5 Sat 21

Albion Band Christmas Show

Sat 21

Albany Down

Sun 22 Simon Evans & Friends

Sun 24 The Beggs Sisters Tue 26

Eliza Carthy & The Restitution

Wed 27 Ivo Graham Thu 28

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

Fri 29

Amy: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse

Sat 30

Clare Teal

Sat 30

Chris Cleverley & Awake Mother

DECEMBER Sun 1

Mostly Autumn

Sun 1

Bella Hardy & Jenn Butterworth

Mon 2

Ruby Wax

Tue 3

Mediaeval Baebes

Wed 4

The Puppini Sisters

Thu 5

The Drifters

Fri 6

The Drifters

Fri 6

The Leon Hudston Band

Sat 7

No Jacket Required

Sun 8

Woburn Sands Band

Tue 10

Tenors Unlimited

Wed 11 Cats In Space

email boxoffice@stables.org

box office 01908 280800

63

The Stables… available for hire!

The Stables is a world class music and entertainment venue offering accessible and cost-effective solutions for a wide range of events – from conferences, meetings, away-days, car and product launches to wedding receptions, charity galas, graduation ceremonies, private dining and much more besides.

Located close to the M1 and Milton Keynes station, The Stables offers free car parking, a range of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, good accessibility, catering and free Wi-Fi – all supported by our experienced event and technical teams.

“

Lynne Button, Chair, MKu3a

The Stables team bent over backwards to accommodate our needs and support for our annual employee conference. I couldn’t ask for a better team and wouldn’t hesitate to use The Stables again.”

Fairhive Homes

For further details please contact the Development Office on 01908 280816 or development@stables.org

www.stables.org

email boxoffice@stables.org box office 01908 280800

reachmarketing.co.uk 38192 08/24

“

MKu3a wanted somewhere special to celebrate its 35th anniversary.

A special day made possible by the support, professional advice and help from wonderful staff and volunteers.”