Hyndburn events guide 2014

Your Guide to what’s on at Accrington Town Hall and the Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle

MAY TO DECEMBER 2014www.hyndburnentertainment.com

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Welcome...On behalf of Hyndburn Leisure and all the staff at the Civic Theatre in Oswaldtwistle andAccrington Town Hall I am delighted to introduce events throughout the year. We have a tremendous variety of shows and exciting experiences and hope that there issomething to suit all tastes and ages.

The good news for the forthcoming season is that we have made a conscious effort tokeep our prices low, in recognition of the fact that everyone is having to tighten their beltsa little. Children’s shows will cost you as little as £5 per ticket and for all our loyalty cardholders there is 10% off our Panto tickets.

If you wish to become a loyalty card holder or require any more information pleasetelephone me on 01254 380658, email me [email protected] or write to me at : Kerry Smith, Cultural Services Manager, Accrington Town Hall, Freepost NAT 07747, BB5 1YX.

I look forward to seeing you at one or more of our events.

Best Wishes

Kerry Smith, Cultural Services Manager

Kerry Smith

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CONCERTS and SHOWS 3

FeaturingSAM CALLAHAN

PERFORMING LIVE

FINALISTS

SAT 24TH MAY 20147:00pm

CIVIC THEATREOSWALDTWISTLE

2013KINGSLAND RD

And introducing

THE PARADES

Sam is a 19 year old singer / songwriter fromEssex. He’s been performing since the tenderage of eight and he started writing his ownmusic when he was just thirteen, intent, eventhen, on pursuing a career as a singer.

Slick hair & scuffed-up shoes. Don’t ask, it’s anEast London thing... But when Kingsland Rdaren’t busy being trendy they’re onlineinteracting with an ever-growing legion of loyalfans. Connor, Josh, Matt, Thompson and Jay, alllive, work and play in one of the most vibrantparts of the city, so they’re not fazed by the factthat they might be breaking the boy-band mould.

Dan Bartlett, Andy Burge and Callum Walton,together form ‘The Parades’. After forming in2012 under the name of ‘We Struck Lucky’, theband started to write and record their ownmaterial together which led to the creation oftheir pop funk soul sound.

ALLTICKETS£15.00

Plus local singer

REECE BIBBY

HYNDBURN ENTERTAINMENT4

MONSTER IN MY PIANOQ: What do you do when you hear a strange munching noise inside a piano?A: Call the Piano Doctor of course.

He might be able to help with his bag full of ears and his collection of weird andwonderful tools. But when he looks inside - the musical notes are packing theirbags and running away. What are they scared of and who is hammering at the keys?

Garlic Theatre delight children and adults with this offbeat jazzy tale. Starring puppets, clowning, animation and a very highly strung monster indeed.

Puppet theatre for all ages over 4.Running time 45 minutes.

Saturday 7th June 2014: 2:00pmCivic Theatre OswaldtwistleAll Tickets £6.00

The Three

ACCRINGTONTOWN HALLSUN 8TH JUNE 20142:00pm

Who’s that trip trapping over my bridge?Puppet theatre for 3-6 years old

All Tickets £5.00

This is the simple story of three hungry goats anda grumpy old troll, told with a gentle ecologicalmessage. Watch out for the dance of the goats,the flying troll and loads and loads of rubbish.Garlic Theatre create a magical world toentrance and delight a young audience. Withpuppets, live music, storytelling and singing.



Direct from the London Palladium - The World’s leading Elvis performer Chris Connor (as seen on theBBC and ITV) ‘Chris Connor is to me the closest thing to the KingI’ve ever heard and ever seen in my life. I’m in shock, It’s simplyamazing...." Martin Fontaine - (Performer in The Elvis Story,Montreal, Canada.)

Chris Connor burst on to the UK Elvisscene in early 2009 and within 12months he was performing at venuessuch as the Manchester Apolloand the Harrogate InternationalCentre in the World's GreatestElvis Tribute Concerts, backedby the Sweet Inspirations(Elvis Presley’s originalbacking singers). And justrecently in April 2013 heappeared with his westend band in front of a fullaudience at the world famousLONDON PALLADIUM.

In only a few years Chris hasbecome recognised as theworld's leading Elvis performermaking waves around theworld. With his natural lookand voice, he astounds hisaudience at every concert! You do not want to miss Chris Connor with his tribute to Elvis Presley.

Performing just under a 2 hourshow recreating Elvis's hits, thisshow is selling out in venues allacross the UK and overseas!!!This really is a MUST SEE FORANY ELVIS FAN, a show designedby Elvis fans for Elvis fans.‘SEEING IS BELIEVING’

Saturday 2nd August 2014: 8:00pmCivic Theatre OswaldtwistleAll Tickets £15.00

Chris Connor

Elvisas


Honalee Media proudly presents a fun new, live and interactive puppet show, full of songsand nursery rhymes, comedy and laughter.The show is set in the colourful andimaginative world of Marty MacDonald’sFarm and stars...Martin Parsons (Playdays Live, Sooty’sMagic Castle) and Kate Ashmead (Tweenies, Thomas & Friends Live).

The show also features the voice talentsof Children’s BBC’s Justin FletcherMBE and Nicole Davis.

Justin is best known for his hitseries Justin’s House, SomethingSpecial and Gigglebiz, whileNicole’s credits include CBeebies,Topsy & Tim and School of Silence.In Marty MacDonald’s Farm, Justinplays the Voice of Pongo thePig and Nicole is the Voice ofMolly-Moo the Cow, just some ofthe loveable puppet charactersthat populate the farm in ashow directed by Tweenies creator Iain Lauchlan.

With a colourful farmyard and host of loveable puppetcharacters, Marty MacDonald’sFarm is particularly suitablefor 3 – 7 year olds andperformances run for 90minutes approximately (including interval).

ALL TICKETS £9LOYALTY CARDS £6

WED 13TH AUG2014 2:00pm




SAT 6TH SEPT 20147:30pm

DOMINIC KIRWANIrish singer & entertainer

ADULTS £18.50CONCESSIONS £17.50

Impossible to pigeon hole, Dominic, from theCounty Tyrone town, has been entertainingprofessionally since 1989.

He has been described as the ultimateentertainer, at ease with songs such as “LikeFather Like Son” to “Noreen Bawn” from “AbsentFriends” to “Some Girls”. The show is an eclecticmix of songs that just sit begging to be sung inKirwan’s own style.

Twenty five years on and Kirwan’s stage presencestill lights up the room, ignites and engages theaudience and holds them in the palm of hishand. A vibrant mix of classic country, a hint ofrock and roll, a sprinkling of a ballad, a touch ofa standard with just a spot of an inspirationalclassic and you have the ‘Dominic Kirwan Show’and in 2014 what a show it is.

This silver anniversary show will be a night ofnostalgia as genial Mr Kirwan rolls back theyears, belting out many of the songs that hasmade him a household name.

Relive the magical moments of one of Ireland'sfinest entertainers.


ADULTS £15.00CONCESSIONS / LOYALTYCARDS £14.00

FRI 19TH SEPT2014 7:30pm


Five world classmusicians, singers and

songwriters who, after years oftouring and recording with some of

the most iconic bands in the world, bringyou a great new show highlighting some of the

best British Rock and Pop music of a generation.

This all-star band comprises Drummer Gordy Marshall - TheMoody Blues, Keyboardist Paul Bliss - The Moody Blues, The Hollies,

Bassist Marcus Cliffe - The Manfreds, Guitarist Huw Davies - The War ofthe Worlds and current Lead Singer of 10cc Mick Wilson.

Hits include: Nights in White Satin, He Ain’t Heavy (He’s My Brother),We Don’t Talk Anymore, Forever Autumn, Do Wah Diddy, I’m Not In love

…. and many more!www.reflectionsband.co.uk


TICKETS £10LOYALTY CARD £8

SUN 28TH SEPT2014 2:00pm


A colourful set creating the scene for a voyage of discovery in a bubbly underwater world! We will encounter some weird, wonderful and fascinating sea creatures with fun songs, music, strangesounds and audience participation.

Sid's Show II is the new brilliant show for families with children aged 3+

Sid’s Show IICBeebies

as seen on:

£10

ALLTICKETS

The Swing Commanders are one of the top vintage bands on thecircuit. Hailing from various points in Lancashire, they've travelled theworld over the last ten years and topped the bill at festivals in Europeand America.

They take their inspiration from the songs of the big band era andgive them an energetic twenty first century twist, with lusciousharmonies, cool arrangements and hot solos. Add to this theglamorous outfits and you've got yourself one heck of a show.

The SwingCommanders

Saturday 27th SeptemberCivic Theatre Oswaldtwistle, 7:30pm

TICKETS £10LOYALTY CARD £8

SAT 11TH OCT2014 2:00pm



Presented by the team behind There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly and written especially for parentsto enjoy with their children, this fun filled farmyard tale brings to life all the best loved characters from the originalnursery rhyme along with a magical medley of games, giggles and sing along songs including Heads, ShouldersKnees and Toes, She’ll Be Coming Round The Mountain and of course Old MacDonald Had A Farm. So comeand relive the delights of this most charming of tales told with a captivating combination of live action.

ALLTICKETS £10

FRI 10TH OCT2014 7:30pm


These three beautiful leadingladies from the West End,touring musicals and screenbring a real touch of style with‘The Broadway Divas’ in concert.Performing the greatest songsfrom Broadway musicals theseladies have wowed audiences intheatre and concert venues allover the country.

With stunning costumes, greatmusical arrangements andperfect harmonies, The Divasbring you many of the greatestsongs from Broadway Musicals- Anything Goes, My Fair Lady,Sweet Charity, Chess, LesMiserables, Cabaret, New YorkNew York, Oliver, Chicago andmany more!

www.thebroadwaydivas.co.uk



SAT 25TH OCT 20147:30pm

ADULTS £16CONCESSIONS £15

After being voted the No 1

ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE in the

UK PAUL BACON is now taking

his show into theatres, performing

the best of Elton John.

All the ELTON JOHN HITS...

“GOODBYE YELLOW BRICK ROAD”

“ROCKET MAN” “SATURDAY NIGHT

IS ALLRIGHT FOR FIGHTING”

“BENNIE & THE JETS” ”MADE IN

ENGLAND” “CROCODILE ROCK” etc

Seeing is believing he really looks

and sounds like Elton so much

so it would be hard to spot

the difference...

PAUL BACON...

Ultimate Elton& The Rocket Band



SAT 1ST NOV 20147:30pm

DEREK ENLIGHTENMENT TOUR

ADULTS £18.50CONCESSIONS £17.50

Voted Britain’s Favourite Male Mediumby the prestigious Soul & Spirit Magazine

With countless hours of spirit contact, Derek’sfriendly and sincere delivery, down to earthcharm and obvious dedication to his work hasendeared him to tens of thousands of people,many of whom regularly attend these amazinglive events.

ACORAH

QUOTES:

“THE MODEL OF THE MODERN MEDIUM”The Guardian

“It was the first time seeing you in Lancasterlast night at the Grand Theatre. Your show

was fantastic and I am a great fan. Your work is amazing” – Elaine

“I wanted to thank you for all the good things you do for everyone. You are a big

inspiration!” – Frederika


PMA Productions & Hyndburn Leisure Present

DISCOUNT

10%LOYALTYCARD HOLDERS

*

For more details & ticket prices contact the box office on:

01254 380293 or check out the website www.hyndburnentertainment.com

Saturday 6th Dec 2pm & 7pm • Sunday 7th Dec 2pm

Saturday 13th Dec 2pm • Sunday 14th Dec 2pm

*excludes group bookings


per session£3.00

BeginnersBALLROOM &

SEQUENCE DANCEClasses

per session£4.00

IntermediateBALLROOM &

SEQUENCE DANCEClasses

£4.00

SEQUENCEDANCINGon Thursday

SaturdayNightDances 2014

10th MAY, 7th JUNE, 12th JULY,9th AUGUST, 13th SEPTEMBER, 11th OCTOBER,

1st NOVEMBER, 22nd NOVEMBER, 13th DECEMBER

ACCRINGTON TOWN HALL

£4.50

ADMISSIONNOW ONLY

Ballroom & Sequence Dance ClassesBeginners

Learn how to ballroom and sequence dance with

Terry and Glenda.Every Monday

(excluding bank holidays)

Doors open 6:45pm Dancing from 7pm till 8pm

Intermediate Ballroom and Sequence Dance Classes

For those who have attended ourprevious courses, or already knowhow to dance basic ballroom steps.Every Monday (excluding bank holidays)

Dancing from 8:15pm-9:45pm

Sequence Dancing on Thursdays with Wilf

and Francis£4.00 includes tea

and biscuits.

Dancing from 7:30pm

Or why not try both classes for just £5.00?

Doors & bar open from 7:00pm - Dancing 8:00pm - 11:00pm

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React Academy of Theatre Arts presents...

High School Musical on Stage!

Thurs 26th June 7:30pmFri 27th June 7:30pmSat 28th June 2:30pmSat 28th June 7:30pm

Tickets £12.00 / £8.00 under 16’s

Oswaldtwistle Players present THE ACCRINGTON PALS

Wednesday 15th – Saturday 18th 2014: 7:30pm

A funny, intimate and powerful dramaabout the bravery of ordinary people inextraordinary times.

Tickets : £8.50 (£7.50 concessions)

Wednesday night all tickets £7.00


Shadow Productions presentsInternational Medium...David Holt - An Evening of Clairvoyance

Fri 25th July 8:00pm

Tickets £15.00www.spiritsurvival.com

Sandersons Dance presentLets Dance 2014

Fri 21st & Sat 22nd November

Details to be confirmed

Centenary CommerationConcert East LancashireConcert Band...

Sat 27th September


ACCRINGTONTOWN HALL

Blackburn SymphonyOrchestra

Sat 29th November


Accrington Pipe BandChristmas Concert

Sun 21st December


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Venue Information

The Civic Theatre OswaldtwistleUnion Road, Oswaldtwistle, Lancs BB5 3HZ

Seating : all events at the Civic Theatre use theseating plan below or an adaptation of it.


Booking InformationThe Box Office for all venues is located atAccrington Information Centre and bookingscan be made either in person or over the phone*.

Accrington Information Centre - Box OfficeTown Hall, Blackburn Road, Accrington, Lancashire BB5 1LATel: 01254 380293

Opening HoursMon, Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri : 9am - 4pm

You can also purchase tickets 24 hours a day for Hyndburn Leisure events at www.ticketsource.co.uk/hyndburnleisure

CONCESSIONARY PRICES : Applies tocustomers who are over 60, under 16,registered disabled,

The venue has a bar which will be open from30 mins before each performance. For mostchildren’s shows the bar will be closed andrefreshments will be sold.

The theatre has good disabled access and toiletfacilities, although fire regulations limit thenumber of wheelchair users we can admit to 4.

Accrington Town HallBlackburn Road, Accrington, Lancs BB5 1LA

Seating: all events have unreserved seatingwith either theatre style or cabaret seating.The Town Hall has a bar which will be openfrom at least 30 mins before each performance.The hall has good disabled access and toiletfacilities, although fire regulations limit thenumber of wheelchair users we can admit to 8.

How To Find Us…Accrington and Oswaldtwistle are both around 5minutes from the M65 Junction 7.Free parking is available in Accrington TownCentre for the Town Hall and there is plentifulfree car parking at nearby Oswaldtwistle Millsfor Civic Theatre goers.Both venues are well serviced for local transportand are within 5 minutes walk of nearby railway stations.

NUS card or Leisure Passport holders (proof ofeligibility required).

TERMS & CONDITIONS :

1. The management reserves the right: to makealterations to the advertised programme; notto admit latecomers until the interval; to refuseadmission; to provide alternative seats to thosepurchased.

2. Use of photographic, sound recording andmobile communications equipment is forbidden.

3. When processing your booking the Box Officewill ask your name, address, email address andtelephone number. The information may be usedto keep you informed of forthcoming events. Allinformation correct at time of going to press.

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Further Contacts

VENUES/HALLS FOR HIRE

We have a wide selection of rooms andhalls available for hire ranging fromthe majestic Town Hall Ballroom tomore intimate rooms suitable for smallmeetings. Please contact the facilitiescoordinator on 01254 380295 formore details.

BOX OFFICE & ENQUIRIES

Accrington Information CentreTown Hall Accrington BB5 1LATel : 01254 380293www.hyndburnentertainment.com

FEEDBACK

We are always happy to hear yourcomments, so if you have somethingyou’d like to say about our service -either good or bad - please let us know.Contact the box office with yourcomments, or alternatively complete a ‘Compliments, Complaints &Suggestions’ leaflet available fromAccrington Information Centre.

If you have any suggestions for what youwould like to see at our venues please eitheremail [email protected] orcontact the box office on 01254 380293.

ABOUT US

Hyndburn Leisure is responsible for arts,entertainment and various leisure facilitieswithin Hyndburn, working in partnershipwith Hyndburn Borough Council.

For details of all our services and facilities go to:

www.hyndburnleisure.co.uk

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WHAT’S on at a GLANCE

MAY TODECEMBER 2014

EVENT DATE VENUE PAGE

X Factor finalists 2013 performing live 24th May Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 3

Monster in my Piano 7th June Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 4

Billy Goats Gruff 8th June Accrington Town Hall 5

SHOUT! The MOD Musical 17th - 21st June Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 6

Chris Connor as Elvis 2nd August Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 7

Marty Macdonald’s Farm 13th August Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 8

Dominic Kirwan 6th September Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 9

The Reflections 19th September Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 10

The Swing Commanders 27th September Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 11

Sids Show II 28th September Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 11

The Broadway Divas 10th October Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 12

Old Macdonald had a Farm 11th October Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 12

Ultimate Elton and The Rocket Band 25th October Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 13

DEREK ACORAH - ENLIGHTENMENT TOUR 1st November Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 14

Pantomime - Sleeping Beauty 6/7/13/14 Dec Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle 15

Saturday Night Dances - Accrington Town Hall 16

Amateur Dramatics & Local Groups Various Civic Theatre Oswaldtwistle& Accrington Town Hall 17

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