Category: Theatre

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Monday 16 September 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Black Is The Color Of My Voice - 7.30pm - Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. Apphia Campbell's acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father. She reflects on the journey that took her from a young piano prodigy destined for a life in the service of the church, to a renowned jazz vocalist at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement. The show has played nationally and internationally to standing ovations from Shanghai and New York to Edinburgh and the West End of London. It recently toured Australia and won the Best Theatre Award at Adelaide Fringe 2024. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Live music  •  Theatre

Friday 20 September 2024 Venue:  The Lights     map Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  The Merry Wives of Windsor from The Pantaloons - 7.30pm - Sir John Falstaff, everyone's favourite Shakespearean sleazeball, has fallen on hard times. In order to fix his finances he plans to seduce the wives of two wealthy merchants. But, wise to his wily ways, the ladies take the opportunity to punish Falstaff by playing a series of hilarious tricks on the nincompoop knight. Expect silly slapstick, abundant anachronisms and memorable music nestled amongst Shakespeare’s poignant poetry as the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons put their own innovative and interactive spin on this classic comedy. The Lights website:  thelights.org.uk The Lights on Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover   Comedy  •  Theatre

Thursday 03 October 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Sanctuary Local Talent Night - 7pm - An evening of performance from refugee artists in our district. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Live music  •  Theatre  •  Dance

Tuesday 15 October 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Pleading Stupidity - 7.30pm - Chad and Brad robbed a bank. They were on their gap year, and they were bored. We've all been there. Turns out, Chad and Brad suck at robbing banks. They were wearing their name tags from work, took selfies with the stolen cash, and their getaway plan was… flawed. Did we mention this is a true story? In court, their only defence was Pleading Stupidity. Now, they're out of prison, and we've brought them* to Winchester with the bank tellers they robbed that day**. They're here to bring you the true story*** of two ripper Australian legends and their crazy adventures in Colorado. They just have to agree on how to tell it… After a hugely successful run at The Pleasance at 2023's Edinburgh Fringe, Maybe You Like It are bringing Pleading Stupidity to Theatre Royal Winchester for one night only. Featuring high-energy, physical comedy, frenetic action, and verbatim speech. *not really them **not really the bank tellers they robbed that day ***It really is a true story. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Comedy  •  Theatre

Thursday 17 October 2024 Venue:  The Arc     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  01962 398046 Event:  IS OPERA BORING? - 7.30pm - Ever wondered what being an opera singer is like? Probably not, but come along anyway! Join boogie-woogie pianist Mark Hoare and opera singer and comedy writer Lucy Mellors for their unique blend of magical opera and hilarious anecdotes about life in the arts... perhaps opera isn't quite as glamorous as it seems! Expect big-belly laughs, some opera hits and some touching moments as Lucy and Mark take you through the music that means the most to them. The Arc website:  arcwinchester.org.uk The Arc on Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch   Live music  •  Comedy  •  Theatre

Tuesday 29 October 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  R.O.G.E.R Radio Attempts Frankenstein - 7pm - The charming R.O.G.E.R. Radio Company they will perform a live radio play of the spine-tingling classic Frankenstein! What could possibly go wrong? Just about everything in this hilarious homage to the glory days of radio. Battling through the loss of their foley artist, the misbehaving props and the actors' rivalry the talented R.O.G.E.R. Radio Company bring this vintage story to life in a whole new way. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Comedy  •  Theatre

Wednesday 30 October 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Do Not Play This Piano - 2pm - Written and performed by Will Pickvance William's school report is not good. But his tricks on the piano are so impressive, his teachers have picked him to play at the prestigious concert for Mozart's birthday celebrations in the city of Salzburg. Trouble is, he only does tricks. Mozart, via the blues, tango and rock'n'roll (and a roll of gaffer tape). A chase through Salzburg. A moonlit haunted house. Enter Mozart, to swap genius wisdom for a glimpse of the future. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Live music  •  Theatre  •  Family

Friday 01 November 2024 Venue:  The Lights     map Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  Dreamcoat Stars: A Musical Christmas! - 7.30pm - Christmas carols, festive favourites and a sprinkling of musical hits showcased by the stars of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in this seasonal family concert. The Dreamcoat Stars return to light up your Christmas! Experience the UK's biggest night of musical smash-hits and festive classics, in this star-studded concert. Feel the spine-tingling vocal power of four incredible singers from the global hit show Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat coming together for an unforgettable evening of musical theatre and jingle-bell magic. The Lights website:  thelights.org.uk The Lights on Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover   Live music  •  Musical theatre

Wednesday 06 November 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate - Winchester Musicals and Opera Society's website: www.wmos.org.uk. Musical and operatic society Always friendly and welcoming Winchester Musicals & Opera Society has been entertaining Hampshire audiences since 1913. They enjoy performing a full range of musicals, operetta and light opera in the beautiful Edwardian setting of The Theatre Royal Winchester, enhanced by a Musical Director and live orchestra. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Musical theatre

Thursday 07 November 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate - Winchester Musicals and Opera Society's website: www.wmos.org.uk. Musical and operatic society Always friendly and welcoming Winchester Musicals & Opera Society has been entertaining Hampshire audiences since 1913. They enjoy performing a full range of musicals, operetta and light opera in the beautiful Edwardian setting of The Theatre Royal Winchester, enhanced by a Musical Director and live orchestra. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Musical theatre

Friday 08 November 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate - Winchester Musicals and Opera Society's website: www.wmos.org.uk. Musical and operatic society Always friendly and welcoming Winchester Musicals & Opera Society has been entertaining Hampshire audiences since 1913. They enjoy performing a full range of musicals, operetta and light opera in the beautiful Edwardian setting of The Theatre Royal Winchester, enhanced by a Musical Director and live orchestra. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Musical theatre

Saturday 09 November 2024 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate - Winchester Musicals and Opera Society's website: www.wmos.org.uk. Musical and operatic society Always friendly and welcoming Winchester Musicals & Opera Society has been entertaining Hampshire audiences since 1913. They enjoy performing a full range of musicals, operetta and light opera in the beautiful Edwardian setting of The Theatre Royal Winchester, enhanced by a Musical Director and live orchestra. Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester   Musical theatre

Saturday 30 November 2024 Venue:  The Arc     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  01962 398046 Event:  HUNDRED WATT CLUB - 7.30pm - Jam packed full of festive, glittering showgirls, bawdy comedy, classic vaudeville and awe inspiring circus acts. Always seductive, always sublime and always that little bit ridiculous – enjoy an evening of vintage inspired, Christmas themed entertainment. Perfect for a staff night out with a difference, festive party with friends or for helping get that love interest under the mistletoe! THE LOWDOWN! Hundred Watt Club employ and embrace adult themes, strong language and partial nudity – not for the faint hearted or easily offended! There’s no dress code: Hundred Watt Club love it when their audiences dress in their vintage finery and red-carpet glamour, but if you’re more comfy in jeans and sneakers – wear them! Over 18s Only – no refunds if it’s ‘Not to your taste’! The Arc website:  arcwinchester.org.uk The Arc on Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch   Comedy  •  Theatre  •  Burlesque  •  Cabaret

Wednesday 18 December 2024 Venue:  The Arc     map Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  01962 398046 Event:  A MERRY (HUMBUG) CHRISTMAS CAROL - 7pm - The Travelling Players return with their suitcases bursting with merriment, mayhem and humbug! They tell the haunting tale of a mean and miserly old man; the tight-fisted curmudgeon, Ebenezer Scrooge! Between dusk and dawn Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future! Will he mend his ways? Will he become a new man? Will he greet the morning with a ... Merry Christmas Everyone? Through their unique brand of quirky storytelling, live action, music, a puppet or two, a host of Gothic surprises, some ghostly flights of fancy and a clanking of chains, the Travelling Players bring this Yuletide classic to life. The Arc website:  arcwinchester.org.uk The Arc on Facebook:   facebook.com/arcwinch   Theatre

 

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