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A special place for…
… Enjoyment
… Learning
Between December 2013 and March 2014, we’ll be presenting more than 130 concerts and performances in a programme that takes in everything from jazz to folk, blues to classical and soul to reggae… as well as some great stand-up comedy. We’re proud to bring you some of the finest artists and ensembles performing anywhere in the UK today.
Take a look at our learning and participation programme with more than 20 different workshops and courses taking place between December 2013 and March 2014. Learn a new instrument, come and sing or improve your music technology skills. Each year we offer more than 200 different opportunities to people of all ages to develop their talents. Turn to page 40 for more details of this season’s programme.
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Jim Marshall Auditorium: December 6-9 January 9 - 13 February 14 - 22 March 22 - 29 Stage 2 December - March
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Learn & Take Part
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Ruthie Henshall
Sunday 9 February see page 16
Also On Sale 47 Booking information 51 Diary 52
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Thea Gilmore Mon 9 December see page 7
Alice in Wonderland Wed 18 Dec-Sat 4 Jan see page 4-5
Founders may use their annual entitlement to free tickets, or receive a 10% discount should their allowance have been used; Friends are entitled to a 10% discount. Please notify Box Office when making your reservation. New shows are open for public booking from Tuesday 12 November prior to which Stables Friends have priority. Educational denotes an education event or a concert with an associated education event. Ask Box Office for details. This event takes place in Stage 2.
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Welcome to the Stables
Budapest Cafe Orchestra Thur 27 February see page 21
Mark Thomas Wed 12 March see page 25
Buy any time – book your tickets online 24 hours a day
DECEMBER 2013 - MARCH 2014
DECEMBER 2013 - MARCH 2014
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… and Getting Involved And how do we make all of the above happen? As well as our professional staff, there are more than 300 dedicated volunteeers – the Stablemates – who provide invaluable support for many key duties in the Technical, Front of House and Catering departments. If you would like to get find out more about becoming a Stablemate and part of one of the most successful music venues in the UK, please contact Amanda Pickard, the Stables Customer Services Manager amanda.pickard@stables.org
Box Office: 01908 280800 email: stables@stables.org www.stables.org
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