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Season HighlightsSummer Film Festival 2011Guildford Book FestivalLive MusicDanceMusical TheatreComedy

SPeCiaL evenTS PageThe 24hr Musical*................................................6Friends Walking Tour............................................6Guildford Book Festival ......................................11Dance Week .......................................................13

CaFé CuLTureTheatre Open Mic Night:* Mon 26 Sep,Mon 31 Oct, Mon 28 Nov, Tue 20 Dec ...............19ScripTease: Mon 12 Sep, Mon 24 Oct,Mon 21 Nov, Mon 5 Dec ....................................19

CHiLDren & YounG PeoPLeOur Tudors ...........................................................8The Snow Queen* ..............................................17Guildford Christmas Youth Project:Cinderella G2K....................................................18The Mouse in Santa’s House ..............................18Storytelling Club.................................................18Little Sparks .......................................................19

CoMeDYThe Electric Comedy Club: Sun 25 Sep................9The Electric Comedy Club: Sun 30 Oct...............12The Electric Comedy Club: Sun 20 Nov..............15The Electric Comedy Club: Sun 11 Dec..............17

DanCeDance Week........................................................13

DraMaPlaying Burton......................................................8Under Milk Wood .................................................8A Doll’s House ......................................................9The Tragical History of Dr. Faustus ....................10Philadelphia Here I Come* .................................12A Touch of Danger*............................................15The Ghost Train* ................................................16

FiLMSummer Film Festival Part III ...............................5Here’s a Health to the Barley Mow .....................14The Muppet Christmas Carol..............................16It’s a Wonderful Life ...........................................16

MuSiCGigspanner ...........................................................7Surrey Mozart Players* ........................................9My Heart is Like a Singing Bird..........................10Spiro...................................................................14Two Heels and a Loafer ......................................15Maypoles to Mistletoe ........................................17

MuSiCaL THeaTreThe 24hr Musical*................................................6So What Else is New?* ........................................6This Too Shall Pass ..............................................7Rent*..................................................................10Verdi’s Otello* ....................................................14

workSHoPSColour Linoprinting ..............................................7Experimental Linoprinting ..................................12Guildford Christmas Youth Project:Cinderella G2K....................................................18Children’s Weekly Drama Workshops*...............20Sparkles Dance...................................................20Acting Craft ........................................................20

*GATA member productions: see page 3 for details

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We are very lucky this season to welcome a vastrange of interesting and exciting productions andevents. From string quartets to local drama,children’s theatre workshops to folk music, TheElectric Theatre has it all this autumn.

Guy Masterson will be returning to the Theatre withan outstanding feat of solo performance, theastonishing Under Milk Wood (page 8). Theamazingly imaginative The Tragical History of DrFaustus (page 10) from Third Party Productions isanother season highlight, just before we welcomethe Guildford Book Festival (page 11) to theTheatre for two weeks of literary treats.

We are also really excited to be offering a week ofdance taster workshops (page 13), all aimed atabsolute beginners, where participants have thechance to try out new and exciting dance styles. Ifyou’ve ever fancied trying burlesque or even bellydancing, then why not come along and give it a go.The emphasis is very much on having fun!

And of course, we have our popular Christmasfamily screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol(page 16) with free festive arty fun. This year, weare also giving adults a Christmas cinematic treatwith a screening of the classic film It’s aWonderful Life (page 16).

As you know we now apply a booking fee of 50p toall tickets purchased – again thank you for yoursupport in these turbulent financial times.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Theatresoon.

Sue Barnard, General Manager

For the sum of £100 you can adopt a seat in themain auditorium and make your mark at TheElectric Theatre! We’ll organise a plaque withyour own inscription to be fixed onto the seat ofyour choice. Please [email protected] for more details.

GATA is an umbrella organisation with 23societies and groups including theatre and operacompanies, singing and youth groups, as well asdancers and film makers. GATA works towardsadvancing public education in the dramatic artsin and around Guildford. GATA has been a majorally of The Electric Theatre and was instrumentalin its founding. Many of the groups perform atThe Electric Theatre year in, year out – why notdrop in and see what they’re up to, and maybejoin in too? Look for auditions or, if you don’twant to tread the boards, there are other ways toget involved. Visit www.gata.org.uk

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Consider The Electric Theatre as a venue for yourseminar, conference, meeting, product launch orprivate function. In the heart of Guildford andclose to transport links, the theatre providesbright and contemporary spaces of varying sizes.Please contact our General Manager, SueBarnard, on 01483 444787 or [email protected] for more detailson any of our spaces.

VENUE HIRE

WELCOMETO THEAUTUMNSEASON

A great place to drink, eat and meet friends. The Café Bar has a lively bar, diningspace and riverside terrace with outside seating, as well as a modern Europeaninspired menu to be enjoyed whatever the weather.

new Season, new Menu, new FlavoursAutumn is now around the corner and our kitchen is working with beetroot, celeriacand chicory. We will have smoked fish, sausages, terrines and hot puddings as wellas our Electric Theatre favourites, fish and chips and platters. Our Christmas Partiesfor all the family will start later in the season, so please look out for details.

events We are taking bookings for late summer and winter parties. We have some datesavailable so why not celebrate in the unique setting by the river? Contact our eventsteam on 07956 897685 for details.

afternoon Tea by the river Fresh cakes and whole leaf teas by the river all year round. Come and enjoy theview. Why not book a table and get away from the bustle of the High Street.

Family FriendlyOur Kids’ Menu has great dishes and organic drinks. With child friendly distractionslike colouring boards and books, it is a great place in Guildford for families - plentyof things for the kids and fresh seasonal food for the grown ups. Look out for CaféCulture and family events at the Theatre.

Free wi-FiComplimentary Wi-Fi for all our Café Bar visitors. Please bear in mind if using yourlaptop that the tables may be needed for lunch or dinner.

Loyalty CardThe Café Bar has a Loyalty Card for food and drink. Pick one up from the bar andenjoy a 10% discount on all items.

Table bookings 01483 444786 event Bookings 07956 897685

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GIFT VOUCHERSThe Electric Theatre Gift Vouchers are the perfect giftand are now available from the Box Office indenominations of £5, £10 and £20. Vouchers are validfor 12 months from the date of purchase and are onlyto be used for performances at The Electric Theatre.Vouchers may not be used in the Café Bar.

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SUMMER FILM FESTIVAL2011 PART IIIMonday 5 September 7.30pm

How i enDeD THiSSuMMer (12A)Dir. Aleksei Popogrebsky – 2010 – Russia – 2hr10min

Tuesday 6 September 7.30pm

waSTe LanD (PG)Dir. Lucy Walker, Karen Harley, João Jardim –2010 – Brazil/UK – 1hr 39min

Wednesday 7 September 7.30pm

SuBMarine (15)Dir. Richard Ayoade – 2010 – UK/USA1hr 37min

Thursday 8 September 7.30pm

Meek’S CuToFF (PG)Dir. Kelly Reichardt – 2010 – US – 1hr 44min

Friday 9 September 7.30pm

inCenDieS (15)Dir. Denis Villeneuve – 2010 – Canada/France –2hr 10min

Saturday 10 September 5pm

MY DoG TuLiP (12A)Dir. Paul Fierlinger, Sandra Fierlinger 2009 – USA – 1hr 23min

Saturday 10 September 8pm

SourCe CoDe (12A)Dir. Duncan Jones – 2011 – USA/France 1hr 33min

Full details of all films are available inour Summer Film Festival brochure or onthe website. Please contact us torequest a copy.

Mon 5 – Sat 10 Sep

Ticket Prices:

£6.50 (£5 concessions)

3 films or more£5.75 (£4.25)

5 films or more£5.25 (£3.75)

Groups 10+ £5.25

SEP

Sat 3 Sep 7.30pm

£10

Sun 11 Sep

Leaving the Theatre at 2pm

£6 (£5 Friends of The electricTheatre)

Sun 11 Sep 7.30pm

£12 (£10 Friends of Theelectric Theatre)

Fasten Your Seatbelts in association with GATA and The Electric Theatre

THe 24Hr MuSiCaLJoin a slightly mad and sleep deprived cast whohave stayed awake and been rehearsing a fullystaged musical for 24 hours straight. What willit be? You’ll just have to come and find out. Weguarantee a fantastic evening. All proceeds willgo towards the Guildford Amateur TheatreAssociation (GATA).

The Friends of The Electric Theatre

FrienDS waLkinG TourA fantastic opportunity to be guided roundGuildford, learning about the town's theatricalpast and present. The tour is led by highlyacclaimed Blue Badge Guide and professionalstory-teller Martin Hunka, who has compiledthe tour in collaboration with Hon. Bill Bellerby.

Fasten Your Seatbelts in association with TheFriends of The Electric Theatre

So wHaT eLSe iS new?John Kander and Fred Ebb were behind some ofthe great creations of the musical stageincluding the hits Cabaret and Chicago. JoinFasten Your Seatbelts for an evening of songsfrom their lesser known works. Proceeds fromthis evening will go towards The Friends of TheElectric Theatre.

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THiS TooSHaLL PaSSA new musical written by Ben Lewis and Kahli Hayes

Artistic Director: James Milton

Musical Director: Nick Larkin

This too shall pass: an expression which bringsto mind the temporary nature of all situations inlife – good or bad.

Finn is having the worst day of his life when heencounters an old flame. This modern day lovestory follows these characters as they triumphover adversity and save each other emotionally.

This witty and energetic new musical employs afull dynamic cast and a lively, contemporaryrock musical score.

Tue 13 & wed 14 Sep 7.45pm

£12

Buy 9 get 10th free

SEP

Electric Voices in association with The Electric Theatre

Peter knight’sGiGSPannerSteeleye Span’s legendary fiddle player PeterKnight is joined by Roger Flack (guitar) andVincent Salzfaas (congas/djembe) to present anevening of intelligently crafted traditional musicand song with just a touch of classical, baroqueand jazz.

Peter Knight can spin the world on his bow –Terry Pratchett

PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP

CoLourLinoPrinTinGLinocut is a simple relief technique, very similarto woodcut, of cutting into a piece of linoleumto create a plate that can be inked up andprinted to produce an image. This workshopwill show you how to produce a 2-3 colourlinocut using multiple print blocks.

Includes instructions on cutting, registrationand printing. Plenty of tutor supervision andguidance. All materials provided. Please bringalong a small image, photo or sketchbook towork from.

Thu 15 Sep 8pm

£12 in advance, £14 on the day

Sat 17 Sep 12noon – 4pm

£22 (£20 concs)

includes materials

To book: Contact Susan on07930 856581, or visitwww.magenta-sky.com

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SEP

Sat 17 Sep 8pm

£13 (£11.50 concs & Friends of The electric Theatre)

Tue 20 & wed 21 Sep

10.30am & 1pm

£6

Fri 23 Sep 8pm

£13 (£11.50 concs & Friends ofThe electric Theatre)

Powerhouse Theatre Company in associationwith The Electric Theatre

our TuDorSOur Tudors will take you on a journey throughthe delightful and dreadful details of Tudor life –from cruel kings and queens to poor peasantsand common criminals. With a reputation forhigh quality educational theatre, Powerhousereturn with this exciting and accessible show,packed full of horrible and hilarious historicalfacts.

It was great to give the pupils the experience –if Our Tudors is available next year – we’ll bethere! – Connaught School

It was fantastic and I would recommend it forthe future – Sandfield Primary School

Theatre Tours International

unDer MiLk wooDby Dylan Thomasperformed by Guy Mastersondirected by Tony Boncza (with original directionby George Dillon) original music and Soundscape by Matt Clifford Dylan Thomas' timeless masterpiece is broughtvividly to life in an astonishingly brilliant soloperformance. All 69 ebullient inhabitants of‘Llareggub’ are beautifully recreated in anamazing feat of memory and virtuosity. It'sbawdy and beautiful, sad and sensual and,through the music of language, Guy Mastersoncreates unforgettable images of humanity. Ifyou've never seen Under Milk Wood before, thisis perhaps the ultimate rendition.


Theatre Tours International Ltd in associationwith Josh Richards Productions presents

PLaYinG BurTonby Mark JenkinsWith Josh Richards as Richard BurtonDirected by Guy Masterson

Directed by Burton's great Nephew, GuyMasterson and presented in Burton's ownwords and those of the great writers headmired, Welshman Josh Richards reincarnatesboth the actor and the myth in a moving,powerful, charming, profound performance. Anemotional helter-skelter ride through the life ofa flawed genius.

It's faultless, riveting, brilliantly charismaticand peerlessly acted. MMMMM The Scotsman

SEP-OCTSurreY MoZarTPLaYerSLess than 100 years separate the three works inthis concert. Brahms’ first mature work for afull orchestra in 1873, the variations on Haydn’sSt Anthony Chorale, is followed by Dvorak’stuneful Violin Concerto written in 1879, withsoloist Alexandra Wood. To conclude, Mozart’sPrague Symphony of 1786. Kenneth Woodsdirects.

THe eLeCTriCCoMeDY CLuBin the Café BarWARNING: NOT FOR THE FAINT HEARTED!Content may be unsuitable for under 16s

ADVANCE BOOKING IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED

Box Office opens 6.30pm on the day

Featuring:• Matt Price (pictured)• Javier Jarquin• Ali Brice• MC: Paul F Taylor

Guildford Theatre Company

a DoLL’S HouSeby Henrik Ibsen

There can be no freedom or beauty about a homelife that depends on borrowing and debt - HenrikIbsen

When Nora risks her reputation in order to saveher husband, she soon finds herself fighting forher freedom. As the front door slams shut, soshatters the masquerade of a marriage.

Henrik Ibsen’s classic play is a masterpiece ofnaturalism. Universally recognised as one of thegreatest plays ever written, A Doll’s House is amust see for all ages.

That slammed door reverberated across the roofof the world - James Huneker

Sat 24 Sep 7.30pm

£15 (£7.50 under 16s)

Family tickets available

Sun 25 Sep 7.45pm

£8 in advance

£9 on the day

wed 28 Sep – Sat 1 oct 7.30pm

£12 (£10 concs & Friends ofThe electric Theatre)

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Few comics are in thesame league - Chortle

watch out for THeaTre oPen MiC niGHT: Mon 26 SeP

OCT

wed 5 – Sat 8 oct 7.45pm

Sat Mat 2.30pm


Mon 10 oct 7.30pm


Tue 11 oct 7.45pm


Ghosts

renTbook, music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson

Ghosts presents the rock opera Rent, based onPuccini’s opera La Bohème. The Tony Awardwinning musical follows the story of a group ofimpoverished friends as they struggle to survivein the city of New York. This musical is full ofmemorable and provocative songs dealing withsocial and controversial issues – love, life andliving with Aids.

Please be aware that this production containsexplicit language and scenes of a sexual nature.

Third Party Productions

THe TraGiCaLHiSTorY oF Dr FauSTuSAll in the words of Christopher Marlowe(although not necessarily in the right order)

directed by John Wright

Some of the most popular dramatic verse everwritten and some splendid comedy to go with it.Dance, song, the dulcet tones of the ukulele, atouch of ventriloquism, smoke, mirrors andcheap tricks. Dr Faustus is a fast-paced, highlytheatrical, entertaining evening, full of surprises.

Ballsy, devil may care…boldness at its best –Critics Choice, Time Out

A devilishly good night out… - MMMM The Guardian

Gli Amati Quartet

MY HearT iS Likea SinGinG BirDThe acclaimed Gli Amati Quartet present amusical evening celebrating the life of ChristinaRossetti, with readings from her poems andletters and accompanied by works for stringquartet: Schubert’s Death and the Maiden,Haydn’s Sunrise and Puccini’s Crisantemi.

The evening’s beautiful repertoire, performed byfour professional musicians, gives insight intothe themes of innocence, nature, morbidity anddesire.


OCTGuiLDForD BookFeSTivaL 2011Thursday 13 – Saturday 22 octoberDiscover entire worlds at Guildford BookFestival and meet and listen to some of thecountry's most creative minds.

Filled with stories, dreams and experiences theFestival is guaranteed to leave you feelinguplifted, entertained and inspired!

This year’s line-up includes:

Much loved comedian, broadcaster and scriptwriterBarry Cryer

Writer, broadcaster and entertainerPam ayres

Distinguished ex Royal Ballet principal dancerDeborah Bull

Historical fiction writersHallie rubenhold and emma Darwin

Britain’s favourite mathematicianJohnny Ball

Journalist and broadcasterBel Mooney

Former MP and one of Britain’s most highlyregarded journalistsMartin Bell

Bestselling novelistsPenny vincenzi, Suzannah Dunn, Jason Goodwin and rebecca Frayn

Other events include:The ever popular readers’ Day

The eagerly anticipated Girls’ night

An entertaining Festival Quiz

A range of writing workshops

visit www.guildfordbookfestival.co.uk

• for up to date information• to join the mailing list• to order your copy of the brochure

Brochures will be available from mid-September from points around the townincluding The Electric Theatre and the FestivalBox Office (at the Tourist Information Centre,155 High Street, Guildford GU1 3AJ).

For tickets, call:

The electric Theatre: 01483 444789

Festival Box office: 01483 444334

or visit www.guildfordbookfestival.co.uk

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Barry Cryer

Hallie rubenhold

Johnny Ball

Martin Bell


OCT

wed 26 – Sat 29 oct 8pm

£11 (£9 concs & Friends of Theelectric Theatre)

Sat 29 oct 12noon – 4pm

£22 (£20 concs)

includes materials

To book: Contact Susan on07930 856581 or visitwww.magenta-sky.com

Sun 30 oct 7.45pm

£8 in advance

£9 on the day

Merrow Dramatic Society

PHiLaDeLPHiaHere i CoMeby Brian Friel

Perhaps you’ve seen the film of Brian Friel’sDancing at Lughnasa (with Meryl Streep, MichaelGambon and Rhys Ifans). Perhaps you saw thestage version locally or in the West End?

This earlier play is also set in the rural fishingtown of Ballybeg. Gareth lives with hiswidowed father and housekeeper, but dreams ofAmerica. His private and public selves areplayed by two separate actors. The local pubseems a world away from the glamour ofAmerica. Will caution or courage win the day?Touching, funny and moving.

PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP

eXPeriMenTaLLinoPrinTinGThis workshop will explore the relief techniqueof linocut in several different ways includingincorporating monoprint, using stencils anddifferent inking techniques.

Help on cutting into the lino and printing alsoincluded. Plenty of tutor supervision andguidance – no experience necessary. Allmaterials provided. Please bring along an image,photo or sketchbook to work from.




Featuring:• Simon Lipson (pictured)• Mark Felgate• Jonny Awsum• MC: Geoff Whiting

Awesomely talented

DailyTelegraph

watch out for THeaTre oPen MiC niGHT: Mon 31 oCT

watch out for SCriPTeaSe: Mon 24 oCT

OCT-NOVDanCe weekGive it a go!Visit The Electric Theatre for a week of fundance taster workshops, finishing with our firecracking Salsa Party.

Monday 31 october 7.30pm

BeLLY DanCinGLearn a new skill, feel feminine, dress-up innoisy coin belts and shimmy till you drop.

Tuesday 1 november 7.30pm

TaP DanCinGHave a go at this energetic dance form whichwill have you tapping all the way home, plus it’sa great way to keep fit!

wednesday 2 november 7.30pm

BurLeSQue (over 18)

Calling all women: any shape, size or age. Havefun and build your confidence learning the sexyart of burlesque.

Thursday 3 november 7.45pm

kiZoMBa DanCeworkSHoPDiscover the beautiful dance of Kizomba, the‘African Tango’. Learn tips, tricks andimpressive moves for this hot and spicy dance!

Friday 4 november 7.30pm

HiP HoPHip hop dance requires skill. Cool moves andquick spins. Experience a range of basic todrastic dance moves in this fun tasterworkshop.

Saturday 5 november

SaLSa ParTYParty the night away and dance till you drop atour sizzling evening of Salsa classes, showdances and non-stop Latin beats. All abilitiesare welcome, just bring your dancing shoes andget ready for the ultimate party!Classes for all abilities start at 7.45pm, with thelate night party from 9pm to 1am.

Mon 31 oct - Sat 5 nov

all workshops: £8

Salsa Party: £12 for party andclasses, £10 party only

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NOV

Tue 8, wed 9, Fri 11 nov 7.30pm

Sat 12 nov 6.30pm

Tue: £16 (£15 Friends of The electric Theatre)

£18 (£17 Friends of Theelectric Theatre)

Suitable for ages 12+

wed 16 nov 7.45pm

£6.50 (£5.50 Friends of Theelectric Theatre)

£17 joint ticket with Spiro

Thu 17 nov 8pm£12 in advance£14 on the day£17 joint ticket with Here’s aHealth to the Barley Mow

Guildford Opera

verDi’S oTeLLoFully staged opera in 4 Acts, sung in English.

Libretto by Arrigo Boito from Shakespeare’s play

English translation by Andrew Porter

In 15th century Cyprus, the life of nobleGovernor Otello is destroyed when doubt is caston the fidelity of his beautiful wife Desdemonaby the treacherous Iago.

Described as a supreme fusion of words andmusic, Verdi’s late masterpiece is both a superbpsychological drama and a tragic love story.

A rare musical treat not to be missed!


Here’S a HeaLTH ToTHe BarLeY MowA Century of Folk Customs and Ancient Rural Games

The British Film Institute has compiled a highlyentertaining collection of short films,documentaries, long-unseen TV reports andsilent film footage all celebrating the traditionalfolk customs, songs, dances and games ofGreat Britain. These eye opening films includeCornwall’s 'sexy, savage spring time rite'; thehighly anarchic ball games played in Leicesterand Orkney and the mischievous 'dwileflonking' in Suffolk.


SPiroSpiro consists of four instruments - guitar,fiddle, accordion and mandolin - and fourextraordinary musicians performing exciting,mesmeric music infused with classical andcontemporary influences but with its rootsfirmly set in the English tradition.

It's difficult to put their music into words buthere are some people who have tried:"Breathtakingly moving" BBC Music; "Rich,moving and cunningly wrought" MMMMM

Songlines; "Fantastic....you feel your heart lift afew inches above its normal resting place"MMMM The Word and "This is soulful music,passionate music, and I love it" Peter Gabriel.

NOVTwo HeeLS anD a LoaFerThis dynamic trio will perform jazz standardsand the best of Broadway, some with originalhumorous lyrics, in a cabaret show of ensembleand solo singing. Gina Broderick and MaureenRejali (formerly String of Pearls) have joinedmusical forces with Nate Rogers-Branch,creating a great new sound in a terrific newshow guaranteed to deliver musical delights.




Featuring:• Earl Okin (pictured)• Nathan Caton• Rob Callaghan• MC: Craig Murray

Herald Players

a TouCH oFDanGerby Francis Durbridge

Harriett and Liz read in the evening paper thatHarriett’s husband, a well known novelist, hasbeen found shot dead in a car in Munich. Imaginetheir shock when a few minutes later he walksthrough the door very much alive…

From that moment on there are blind alleys andred herrings which will keep you on the edge ofyour seats right up until the last few lines.

Sat 19 nov 7.45pm


Sun 20 nov 7.45pm

£8 in advance

£9 on the day

wed 23 – Sat 26 nov 7.45pm

£12 (£10.50 concs & Friends of The electric Theatre)

Buy 9 get 10th free

Master of theart The Scotsman

watch out for SCriPTeaSe: Mon 21 nov

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LOCAL

DEC

Thu 1 – Sat 3 Dec 7.45pm

Sat Mat 2.30pm

£11.50 (£9.50 concs & Friends)Sat Mat: £10.50(£8.50 concs & Friends)

Buy 9 get 10th free

wed 7 Dec 5pm

£5

Ticket includes family arty funfrom 4pm, plus hot chocolatewith marshmallows after thefilm.

Sat 10 Dec 7.30pm£6.50 (£5.50 Friends of Theelectric Theatre)

Festive refreshments will beavailable to purchase from theTheatre’s Café Bar.

Guildburys

THe GHoST Trainby Arnold Ridley

In a lonely railway station a group of ill-assortedpeople is caught up in the eerie tale of a spectraltrain. This thrilling and spooky suspense dramahas enough twists to keep you guessing all theway, so be prepared for the hairs on the back ofyour neck to bristle!

The Electric Theatre’s Christmas Family Screening

THe MuPPeT (u)

CHriSTMaS CaroL Dir. Brian Henson – 1992 – 1hr 25min

Starring: Michael Caine, Kermit the Frog, MissPiggy

Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear and theentire cast of the Muppet universe come togetherfor this retelling of Charles Dickens’ immortalclassic, A Christmas Carol. Join us as we followthe adventures of the miserly Ebenezer Scroogewho finally learns that wherever you find love, itfeels like Christmas!

iT’S a wonDerFuLLiFe (u)

Dir. Frank Capra – 1946 – 2hr 10min

Starring: James Stewart, Donna Reed, MichaelBarrymore

What better way to celebrate the festive seasonthen watching the Christmas classic to defineall Christmas classics? Frank Capra’smasterpiece follows the life of earnest do-gooder George Bailey (James Stewart), whofinds himself in a desperate situation andconsiders taking his own life. Fortunately, agentle angel named Clarence comes to earth tohelp George, showing him what life would havebeen like if he had never existed. This heartwarming classic is certainly one of a handful offilms worth an annual viewing.


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DEC

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Featuring:• Andi Osho (pictured)• Chris Neill• Phil Reid• MC: Neil Cole

Sun 11 Dec 7.45pm

£8 in advance

£9 on the day

Blazing a trail - Telegraph

The Man In The Moon in association with The Electric Theatre

THe Snow QueenWhen Kay is snatched from his home by thebeautiful, cruel Snow Queen, his friend Gerdasets out on an epic and magical journey torescue him. Will she succeed in setting Kayfree? A vibrant talented cast of young peoplebring this story to life in a spellbindingproduction.

A youth theatre production, suitable for ages 4+.Thu 15 – Sun 18 Dec

2pm & 7pm

Thu & Fri: £9 (£7 concs,Friends & groups 10+), £26family ticket.

Sat & Sun: £10 (£8 concs,Friends & groups 10+), £30family ticket.


MaYPoLeS ToMiSTLeToeFor the fourteenth consecutive year at theTheatre, local singer Martyn Wyndham-Readleads his cast of singers, dancers, musicians,mummers and storytellers in a celebration ofEngland’s traditional seasonal customs, legends,dances and songs, culminating in the singing ofcarols and the distribution of mistletoe. Mon 19 Dec 7.45pm

£14

watch out for THeaTre oPen MiC niGHT: Tue 20 DeC

CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE


Mon 19 – Fri 23 Dec

10am & 11.30am

£4.50 children, £2.50 adults

Babes in arms go free

Tue 20 – Fri 23 Dec

10am – 5pm

Performance:

Fri 23 Dec 6pm

£120 (Siblings £100)

Suitable for ages 6 - 16yrs

every Monday 11am£4.50 per childBook 6, get 7th session free!

Powerhouse Theatre Company in associationwith The Electric Theatre

THe MouSe inSanTa’S HouSe written and directed by Geoff Lawson

in the Café Bar

This fun filled magical show with songs andparticipation is the perfect Christmas treat. JoinTip the mouse, Claude the cat, little boy Tolly and,of course, Father Christmas on a wonderfulChristmas adventure. The show has beenspecially devised for children aged seven andunder, but (say it quietly) grown up children willlove it too!

Guildford Christmas Youth Project inassociation with The Electric Theatre

CinDereLLa G2kmusic by Richard Rodgers

book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II

Put on a show in under a week!The magical fairy tale of Cinderella is brought tolife in this enchanting musical for young people.If you have a passion for theatre, and are agedbetween 6 and 16 years old, this is an essentialChristmas workshop, not to be missed. Workunder the guidance of a highly skilled creativeteam to put on a full scale performance of thistimeless magical tale in just four days!

Powerhouse Theatre Company

STorYTeLLinGCLuBJoin Geoff and Abi for a fun packed session ofstories and songs in the cosy Annexe.Storytelling Club is especially for under fives, butgrown ups will love it too! Sessions can bebooked in advance via the Box Office where youcan book as many sessions as you like or takeadvantage of our special deal, by booking sixsessions and get the seventh for free!

Sometimes Digby the bookworm might need arest, so please check The Electric Theatre websitefor details.

See you there!

CAFE CULTURELiTTLe SParkSin the Café Bar

Little Sparks is a regular Saturday morningshow for the under 5s featuring music, games,songs, stories and puppets.

For more details, please ring Geoff on 07949 821 567

Please check The Electric Theatre website forthe latest information. Please pay bycash/cheque on the day.

Too old for Little Sparks? why not see page 20for the Sparkles Dance classes.

Fasten Your Seatbelts in association with The Electric Theatre

THeaTre oPen MiC niGHTin the Café Bar

Fun, informal and celebratory eveningsshowcasing local talent in The Electric Theatre'sCafé Bar. Come, join in or just enjoy, musicaltheatre and short play extracts on the lastMonday of every month.

If you'd like to take part drop us an email:[email protected]

LynchPin Productions Theatre Company presents

SCriPTeaSein the Café Bar

LynchPin's ongoing rehearsed readings of playsold and new.

Mon 12 Sep: reading Histories and DrawingPullets – studies in the sensitive and sensiblefrom Jane Austen.

Mon 24 Oct: Dracula – another radio scriptfrom the Mercury Theatre stable, the 1938Orson Welles adaptation.

Mon 21 Nov: From the Front of the Great war –readings from the words of writers who livedthrough the war to end all wars.

Mon 5 Dec: Another co-production withamnesty international Guildford Group toaccompany their card signing event forprisoners of conscience.

every Saturday 11am

£4 children (adults and babesin arms are free!)

Please note there will be noLittle Sparks on Sat 15 and Sat22 oct (during the GuildfordBook Festival). The last LittleSparks is on Sat 17 Dec.

Mon 26 Sep 8pmMon 31 oct 8pmMon 28 nov 8pmTue 20 Dec 8pmFree

Mon 12 Sep 7.45pm

Mon 24 oct 7.45pm

Mon 21 nov 7.45pm

Mon 5 Dec 7.45pm

£6 (£5 concs)

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WORKSHOPS

every Thursday from 22 Sep 7pm – 9pm£150 for a 10 week course open to all ages above 16yrsPlaces are limited and earlyreservation is advised

Mon & Tue after school at The electric Theatre

Discover – school years 1 to 4- 5pm to 6.30pm

explore - school years 5 to 8 - 6.30pm to 8pm

every Saturday from 3 Sep

11am – 11.45am

£4.50 per child.

Please pay on the day.

aCTinG CraFTAn intensive ten week course for anyone lookingto improve their acting skills or those who maybe considering applying for drama school. The course covers:• Text work• Building a character• Stage craftClasses will be taught by Geoff Lawson, adirector and playwright, with over thirty years ofprofessional experience in Theatre, TV and Film. For more information or to book a place ringGeoff on 07949 821567 for more details.

CHiLDren’SweekLY DraMaworkSHoPSGive your child a flying start with our fun,friendly and informal after school dramaworkshops to encourage, inspire and helpchildren believe in themselves.The Man In The Moon has been The ElectricTheatre's resident youth theatre since 1998with weekly drama workshops that helpchildren make new friends, work as part of ateam, grow in confidence and concentration,and build social and verbal skills.Not only that, but children also have theopportunity of performing in two professionallyproduced productions at The Electric Theatreevery year.Your first workshop is free. Call 01428 751656or email [email protected] for moredetails.

SParkLeS DanCeSparkles Dance is a fun, drop in Saturdaymorning class for children aged 4 - 8. Ourdance leader Hannah will stimulate your child’simagination using music, rhythm and creativemovement. The class creates a love of dance byincorporating song, movement and story-tellingas well as the basic principles of technique.Don't forget to dress in comfortable clothes sothat you can move easily.

For more information please check the websiteon www.electrictheatre.co.uk

Please note there is no Sparkles Dance on 15 October.


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There are a number of waysyou can join the Friends of Theelectric Theatre

• online: visitwww.electrictheatre.co.uk andjoin via our online bookingsite.

• in Person: visit us here at TheElectric Theatre Box Officeand we can process yourapplication

• Post: Ring the Box Office torequest an application formand return it with a chequepayable to Guildford BoroughCouncil.

The Friends of The Electric Theatre is a growingbody of supporters who actively help the workof this vibrant venue for community andprofessional performing arts throughmembership and fund raising. Fun fund raisingevents include quizzes, dances, talks andbehind the scenes tours in and aroundGuildford.

Join the Friends of The Electric Theatre andenjoy many benefits such as:

• Discounts on many productions

• 10% discount at The Electric Theatre Café Bar

• Regular social events

• Volunteering opportunities such as ushering,marketing and administration

• Support The Electric Theatre

• FRIENDS SOCIAL EVENTS: Have a look onpage 6 for our social events this season.

The Electric Theatre aims to be welcoming andaccessible to all. There is level or rampedaccess to the auditorium, Café Bar and toilets.The auditorium can accommodate up to eightwheelchairs and has a Sennheiser Infraredsound enhancement system (headsets can beobtained from the Box Office).

We also welcome assistance dogs and for all ofour events carers of disabled patrons attend forfree. Parking is available for disabled patronsbut must be booked in advance through the BoxOffice.

Please let us know your requirements whenbooking and we will strive to accommodatethem.

Please contact us to requestthis brochure in an alternativeformat or language.

JOIN THE FRIENDS OFTHE ELECTRIC THEATRE

ACCESS


By telephone Monday to Saturday 10.30am to5pm (or until the start of the performance onperformance nights). Sunday opening times vary.

By post The Electric Theatre, Onslow Street,Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4SZ.

online at www.electrictheatre.co.uk and click‘book your tickets online’. NB. There is a 5%administration charge for this service.

Please note that for all productions at TheElectric Theatre a booking fee of 50p will beadded to the price of each ticket.

We accept Mastercard, Visa, Delta, Maestro,Electron and Solo cards. Please make chequespayable to: G.B.C.

Posting ticketsTickets can be posted to you for a charge of50p. We post tickets to Friends of The ElectricTheatre free of charge.

Concessions and discountsOne discount per ticket applies.

Concession categories may include seniorcitizens, students, under 16s, disabled people,job seekers, income support recipients andFriends of The Electric Theatre. Appropriate IDrequired. Please check individual events forconcessions offered.

refunds and exchangesOnce your tickets have been purchased we areunable to make refunds. Tickets may beexchanged for another performance of the sameshow (with a minimum of 24 hours notice) at noextra charge and subject to availability.

In the event of a sold out performance, as acourtesy, we will endeavour to resell your tickets.

We cannot guarantee a resale and the ticketsmust be in our possession at least one hourbefore the performance begins.

Seating plan

Free MaiLinG LiSTTo receive regularcopies of The electricTheatre brochure simplycall the Box office andask to be added to ourfree mailing list or joinonline.

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BOOKING INFORMATION

WHERE TO FIND US

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The electric Theatre lies in the heart ofGuildford just minutes from train, bus and carparking facilities.

ParkingParking at The Electric Theatre is strictly fordisabled patrons. Bedford Road Car Park is just afew minutes walk from the Theatre on OnslowStreet. Parking is £1 an hour during the day and£1 per evening visit after 6pm. On Sundaysparking is £1.50 per visit. Make sure you arrivein good time for matinee performances andFriday nights as the car parks can get very busy.

For further information and up to date charges visit Guildford Borough Council’s website atwww.guildford.gov.uk

TrainsGuildford mainline Station is well served withtrain services from London and the surroundingareas. The Theatre is just a short walk from thestation.

BusesAn extensive local bus service (including Parkand Ride) is available from the Friary BusStation, again a short distance from the Theatre.

walkingFrom the town centre, there is an underpassbetween New Look and TK Maxx in FriaryStreet. Alternatively, if you are coming from theFriary Shopping Centre, bus station or trainstation, there are pedestrian crossings.

If you’re unsure of the best way to travel orwhere to park, please call us on 01483 444789.

The electric Theatre,onslow Street, Guildford,Gu1 4SZ

Box Office01483 444789

opening Times

Monday to Saturday 10.30am to 5pm(or until the start of the performanceon performance nights)

Sundays Opening times may vary

For up to date information visitwww.electrictheatre.co.uk

THE ELECTRIC THEATRE DIARY AT A GLANCEFor the latest info on shows and events or to book tickets visitwww.electrictheatre.co.uk

Date event Page

Fri 2 & Sat 3 Sep The 24hr Musical 6Mon 5 – Sat 10 Sep Summer Film Festival Part III 5

Sun 11 Sep Friends Walking Tour 6Sun 11 Sep So What Else is New? 6Mon 12 Sep ScripTease: Reading Histories and Drawing Pullets 19

Tue 13 & Wed 14 Sep This Too Shall Pass 7Thu 15 Sep Gigspanner 7Sat 17 Sep Printmaking Workshop: Colour Linoprinting 7Sat 17 Sep Playing Burton 8

Tue 20 & Wed 21 Sep Our Tudors 8Fri 23 Sep Under Milk Wood 8

Sat 24 Sep Surrey Mozart Players 9Sun 25 Sep The Electric Comedy Club 9

Wed 28 Sep – Sat 1 Oct A Doll’s House 9Wed 5 – Sat 8 Oct Rent 10

Mon 10 Oct The Tragical History of Dr Faustus 10Tue 11 Oct My Heart is Like a Singing Bird 10

Thu 13 – Sat 22 Oct Guildford Book Festival 11Mon 24 Oct ScripTease: Dracula 19

Wed 26 – Sat 29 Oct Philadelphia Here I Come 12Sat 29 Oct Printmaking Workshop: Experimental Linoprinting 12

Sun 30 Oct The Electric Comedy Club 12Mon 31 Oct – Sat 5 Nov Dance Week 13

Tue 8, Wed 9, Fri 11 & Sat 12 Nov Verdi’s Otello 14Wed 16 Nov Film: Here’s a Health to the Barley Mow 14Thu 17 Nov Spiro 14Sat 19 Nov Two Heels and a Loafer 15

Sun 20 Nov The Electric Comedy Club 15Mon 21 Nov ScripTease: From the Front of the Great War 19

Wed 23 – Sat 26 Nov A Touch of Danger 15Thu 1 – Sat 3 Dec The Ghost Train 16

Mon 5 Dec ScripTease with Amnesty International Guildford Group 19

Wed 7 Dec Film: The Muppet Christmas Carol 16Sat 10 Dec Film: It’s a Wonderful Life 16

Sun 11 Dec The Electric Comedy Club 17Thu 15 – Sun 18 Dec The Snow Queen 17

Mon 19 Dec Maypoles to Mistletoe 17Mon 19 – Fri 23 Dec The Mouse in Santa’s House 18Tue 20 – Fri 23 Dec Guildford Christmas Youth Project: Cinderella G2K 18

Sep – Dec Storytelling Club 18Sep – Dec Theatre Open Mic Night 19Sep – Dec Little Sparks 19Sep – Dec Acting Craft 20Sep – Dec Children’s Weekly Drama Workshops 20Sep – Dec Sparkles Dance 20

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