fairfield halls diary june-july-aug 2014

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JUNE / JULY / AUGUST DIARY 2014

Welcome to our June / July / August Diary.Welcome to our June/July/August Diary... and what a busy summer wehave for you. Our Ashcroft Theatre sees plenty of whodunit dramastarting off with Hercule Poirot exercising his little grey cells in AgathaChristie’s Black Coffee. We also see the welcome return of our annualMurder Mystery Season with three plays from last year’s very wellreceived Talking Scarlet production company. In between we have theDylan Thomas anniversary production of Under Milk Wood. TheGuardian’s five-star review described it as ‘pitch-perfect’ and this newproduction stars Owen Teale from Game of Thrones.

Jimmy Carr, Jethro, Up Pompeii and Steve Hewlett provide the laughs and there is a fullsummer holiday programme for all the family including a first visit to Fairfield for AngelinaBallerina in her ‘Mousical’.

Another ‘musical’ first arrives at the end of July when we welcome Avenue Q, described as‘part flesh, part felt and packed with heart’. It’s also just a little bit risqué, so over 14s only!

We look forward to seeing you soon at Fairfield Halls.

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Fri 30 & Sat 31 May 11am & 2pm - ARNHEM GALLERYTHE WABBIT KINGThe Wabbit King is a beautifully constructed and inventive piece oftheatre using narrative and song to deliver an important messageabout bullying in an entertaining way. The cast of five actors andnumerous puppets bring the wonderful world of The Wabbits to life,creating the perfect family show. The story follows Rafe Rarebit on hisepic journey as he takes on the might of a powerful lion controlling TheWabbit kingdom. With the help of his friend Zizzi and a whole host ofwise creatures, he not only saves his community, but helps the angrylion change forever. The book, music and lyrics have been written byChris Chambers and The Wabbit puppets have been created byJill Wilson. The production is directed by Glyn Williams.Adults £10, Children £8, Family Ticket £30 (£1.50 booking fee per ticket)

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Tuesday 3 June 1.05pmCONCERT HALLTAU WEYTau Wey’s exciting performances are combined with apenchant for unusual yet captivating music. The ever-popularcomposer Grieg is featured with his joyousWedding Day atTroldhaugen and his romantic Piano Sonata in E minor. Thisis followed by music with an American connection, includingtwo pieces about gardens by Grainger and Amy Beach, apatriotic march by Sousa, along with ragtime and jazz by theinimitable Scott Joplin and Gershwin.£5, ShowCard £4.50

Thursday 5 June 8pmCONCERT HALLSALLY MORGANPsychic Sally: On TheRoadInternational psychic and star of hitTV show Psychic Sally: On The Road,Sally Morgan returns with herphenomenal interactive stage show.An ordinary woman with anextraordinary gift, Sally hasdedicated her life to exploring thework of spirit and her live show aimsto give validation that our loved onesstill exist. The show is not about abelief system; it is simply abouttrusting spirit and identifying the signsthat are all around us. Thousands ofpeople have been drawn to Sally’svivacious personality, which gives theshow a relaxed and uplifting feel. Herability to pass on messages from spiritwith incredible accuracy leavesaudiences completely astounded. Herwork with high-profile celebrities androyalty earned her the name ‘psychicto the stars’, most notably reading forthe inspirational Princess Diana. Don’tmiss this opportunity to see a world-renowned psychic in action!* £23

*Sally Morgan is investigational and theshow is for the purpose of entertainment.

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Tue 3 - Sat 7 June 7.45pm, Wed, Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pmASHCROFT THEATREBLACK COFFEEA quintessential English country estate is thrown into chaos following themurder of eccentric inventor Sir Claud Amory, and the theft of his newearth-shattering formula.

Arriving at the estate moments too late, one man immediately senses apotent brew of despair, treachery and deception amid the estate'soccupants. That man is Hercule Poirot. In the first play ever written byAgatha Christie we are introduced to a character who went on to becomethe most famous detective of all time and the only fictional character everto receive a full-page obituary in The New York Times.

This new production of Agatha Christie’s Black Coffee includes Companyregulars: Liza Goddard, star of such TV hits as Bergerac and the long-running Give Us A Clue, Gary Mavers who is best known for playingheart-throb Doctor Andrew Attwood in Peak Practice and Ben Nealon,perhaps best-loved for his role as Capt Forsythe in the ITV dramaSoldier Soldier. Further star casting will be announced soon.

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“THE VERDICT IS UNANIMOUS...SUPERB...”BIRMINGHAM POST

“A RESOUNDING SUCCESS.CHRISTIE IS A MASTER OF THE GENRE”

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“A LAVISH PRODUCTION AND A TREATFOR ANY CHRISTIE FAN”

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Tuesday 10 June 11.15am & 1.30pmCONCERT HALLTHE CLASSICAL ROADSHOWPRESENTS... DREAMTIME TALESThe London Mozart Players andSchools perform together in ConcertAboriginal Tales are the centrepiece of this inspiringshow, where the entire audience of children (ages 7 -11yrs) from schools in and around Croydon are invitedto sing with the professionals. Conductor Hilary DavanWetton introduces the instruments of the orchestra -including a didgeridoo - before two young

actor/narrators join the stage and the concert performance begins. The children sing throughout fromtheir seats in a concert lasting for one hour. Schools will receive five songs and learning CDs when theybook, with extra help available if needed. Schools are encouraged not to miss this exciting opportunityto take part in choral singing on a grand scale in our marvellous Concert Hall! For more informationand to book tickets, please phone The Classical Road Show on 07855 860110 / 07941 683115 oremail [email protected]. £3

Thursday 12 June 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLAN EVENING WITH THE STARS OFSTRICTLY COME DANCING – StarringPasha Kovalev and Katya VirshilasThis phenomenal show features Strictly Come Dancing's PashaKovalev and Katya Virshilas with their guest dancers, allbeautifully costumed, demonstrating a series of stunning danceroutines accompanied by a full audio-visual backdrop and lightshow. This special evening will also include a Q&A section plusan appearance by a local dance school. There’s also theopportunity for the audience to get involved, so make sure youdon’t miss this fabulous evening guaranteed to please. £24.50

Saturday 14 June 7.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREDREAMS OF THE ORIENTCome with us on a journey of dreams. A journey to the magical orientof fantasy and wild imaginings. This is the world of Scheherazade,Sinbad and Aladdin; a world of dark eyed sheiks, silk veiled haremwomen and scimitar wielding assassins; a world where beautiful foreignprincesses are captive to imperious sultans; a world of fire, silk andsharp pointed daggers. Fusing oriental and contemporary dance,Company of Dreams is a brand new Arts Council Engl funded dancecompany, led by internationally renowned dancer/choreographerCharlotte Desorgher. Innovative, theatrical and thrilling, the companytakes its audiences on a sensual journey through orientalist fantasies andtales of the magical east. £18, Concessions £13

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Sunday 15 June 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLCARNABY STREET - THE CONCERTWhat if The Beatles, The Who, The Stones, The Kinks and The Searchers allplayed in the same place? Well they did in the 60s and now they’re about todo the same... only this time, all on the same night! Carnaby Street - TheConcert features the incredible hits of a decade that brought you the best rockand roll music of all time. Featuring an amazing 6-piece band, led by an arrayof fantastic singers, this night of 60s classics is not to be missed! £22.50

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Saturday 14 June 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRAA Night at the Classical PromsConductor - Owain Arwel HughesSoprano - Elena XanthoudakisPiano - Danny Driver

A host of much-loved pieces and Proms favourites, including:PUCCINI Gianni Schicchi: O mio babbino caroCHOPIN Grande Polonaise for piano and orchestraJ. STRAUSS II Die Fledermaus: Overture and Adele’s

Laughing SongLÉHAR Gold and Silver WaltzLITOLFF ScherzoTCHAIKOVSKY The Sleeping Beauty: WaltzELGAR ‘Enigma’ Variations: NimrodWOOD Fantasia on British Sea Songs:

Tom Bowling and HornpipePARRY JerusalemARNE, ARR. SARGENT Rule, Britannia!ELGAR Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1

This concert is full of pomp and circumstance and is conducted byOwain Arwel Hughes. Joined by soprano Elena Xanthoudakis,who has recently sung at the Royal Opera House, and acclaimedpianist Danny Driver, this evening includes a fabulous selectionof beautiful and familiar music from J. Strauss II, Léhar,Tchaikovsky and Rossini to the flag-waving music of Elgar,Parry and Henry Wood. £12 - £31.50


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Monday 16 - Saturday 21 June 7.30pm,Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pmASHCROFT THEATREUNDER MILK WOOD

Karl Sydow, Roger Chapman and CAPApresent the Clwyd Theatr Cymru productionof Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas.Starring Tony Award-winner Owen Teale(Game of Thrones), Kai Owens (Torchwood)and Steven Meo (Gavin and Stacey).

Under Milk Wood is a work of genius; ripewith vitality, rich in humour and populated bysublime, eccentric, enchanting characters.

Come to Llareggub, a small Welsh town bythe sea. Meet blind Captain Cat, MogEdwards and his sweetheart Miss Price,Sinbad Sailor, Dai Bread, Polly Garter,Nogood Boyo and Lord Cut Glass. Walkalong Coronation Street, Cockle Row andDonkey Street, down to the little fishingharbour and back to Milk Wood. DylanThomas explores their lives, hopes andthoughts in the dreams of a night and therhythm of a day.

A play and a poem, written from the heart,Under Milk Wood is an unforgettablejourney into the roots of language and thesoul of Wales.

This new production, directed byTerry Hands, marks the centenary of DylanThomas' birth in 1914 and the 60thanniversary of the play's British première.

Sutable for ages 12+

£20.50 - £26.50, Schools £10,Under 26s £15, plus buy 10 tickets andreceive the 11th ticket free.


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‘Pitch-perfect’The Guardian

‘Thomas' comic brilliance ishard to resist... Extraordinary

verbal riches’The Times

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Tuesday 17 June 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLJAMES WILLSHIRE AND FRASER LANGTONPianist James Willshire appears as a concerto soloist, solo recitalistand chamber musician and has performed throughout the UK,Europe, Russia, America and India to critical acclaim. Jamescontinues to maintain a strong interest in music education and teachesthe piano at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Joining James fortoday’s Lunchtime Concert is clarinettist Fraser Langton, who is ingrowing demand as a solo recitalist having recently enjoyedsuccessful London debuts at the Wigmore Hall and St John’s Smith Square. Today’s programme willinclude Rabaud - Solo de concours, Brahms - Sonata for clarinet and piano No. 1 Op. 120 andHorovitz - Sonatina for clarinet and piano. £5, ShowCard £4.50

Tuesday 24 June 1.05pmASHCROFT THEATREEMMA HALNAN AND DANIEL KING SMITHFlautist Emma Halnan and pianist Daniel King Smith both studied atthe Royal Academy of Music and have been performing togethersince 2008. Emma recently won first prize in the International AwardCarl Reinecke (Italy) and in the Croydon Festival ConcertoCompetition 2013. In 2010, she won the woodwind category final ofBBC Young Musician of the Year. Daniel performs regularly on In Tune

on BBC Radio 3 and his extensive concerto repertoire has led to many concerto performances in the UKand around Europe. Today’s programme will include C.P.E. Bach - Sonata in G major ‘Hamburger’,Gaubert - Nocturne et Allegro Scherzando and Burton - Sonatina for flute and piano. £5, SCard £4.50

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Avenue Q has not been authorised or approved by the Jim Henson Company orSesame Workshop, which have no responsibility for its content.

SEE FULL LISTING ON 28 - 30 JULY FOR DETAILS

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Thursday 26 June 2.30pmASHCROFT THEATRETHE MAGIC OF JEROME KERNWest End SongbookBarrie Stacey and his fabulous West End Singers return toFairfield with a new addition to theWest End Songbookseries of concerts, this time paying tribute to the wonderfulmelodies of American composer Jerome Kern. Sing along withthe West End Singers to magical pieces such as All the ThingsYou Are, The Way You Look Tonight, Smoke Gets in YourEyes, Long Ago (and Far Away) and of course the songs fromhis masterpiece Show Boat. As always, meet the cast after theperformance for autographs. £12 (£1.50 booking fee per ticket)

Thursday 26 June 7.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREJETHROThe Legend at Large TourCornish comedy legend Jethro is back, as large aslife and on tour in 2014 with his very own uniquebrand of irresistible West Country tales for a fun-fillednight of adult comedy. Jethro promises more tear-jerking, farcical stories featuring his old mates Denziland Slip Along Trevaskis, as well as hilarious talesfrom his extensive repertoire and his successfulcareer in TV and theatre. Cornwall’s best-loved comictakes a very alternative look at life - in only the wayhe can!

‘Jethro is a stand-up legend’ The Express

‘Jethro is so funny it hurts’ The Sun

£20

Saturday 28 June 6.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREORLETA CONCERTPolish Dance TheatreOrleta present an exciting show, full of traditional dance, songand theatre that will delight and impress. Their many richlycolourful costumes change with every scene, displaying the greatwealth of Polish dance culture. They have travelled both nationallyand internationally performing at a wide variety of events,winning prestigious awards and appearing on TV in the UK andabroad. Today they are also proud to present their junior groups,which will appear alongside Orleta. £12, Concessions £10

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Tuesday 1 July 1.05pmCONCERT HALLCROYDON PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVALThis concert is another fantastic opportunity to witness some of thetalented performers chosen from this year's Croydon PerformingArts Festival. Today’s programme includes a varied selection of allkinds of music, dance, speech and drama performed by peopleof all ages. The Festival takes place in Croydon during April andMay with several hundred entries and over 3,000 performers.This is a Lunchtime Concert not to be missed! £5, SCard £4.50

Friday 4 July 8pm - CONCERT HALLJIMMY CARRFunny BusinessJimmy Carr is never off the telly. Infact, he’s been described as ‘thehardest working man in comedy’ but,let’s face facts, that’s not thatimpressive.

Live comedy is what Jimmy does best.

Multiple choice.Jimmy Carr’s Funny Business will be:a) Packed with jokesb) Rude and offensivec) A great night outd) £25 a ticket *

If you answered a) b) c) or d)you were right!

*The show is not suitable for anyonewho hasn’t bought a ticket. £25

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SATURDAY 18OCTOBER

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Friday 4 July 7.45pmASHCROFT THEATREUP POMPEIIBaroque Theatre Companypresents the comedyUp Pompeii, by MilesTredinnick.

Directed by Adam Morley.Produced by Claire Bibby.

Based on the originalcharacters devised by TalbotRothwell and Sid Colin forthe Frankie Howerd BBCcomedy, this hilarious rompthrough ancient Pompeiibrings back all the televisionfavourites in this full-lengthplay. As Lurcio attempts todeliver his prologue andbegin proceedings, he’squickly caught up in themyriad of liaisons in allquarters of his master’shouse.

Why does Ludicrus not leavefor the Senate meeting inRome? Why does his wifereturn so quickly from thecountry? Who will take careof the escaped slave girlVoluptua and will Nausius’love poetry improve? Whilstgrowing chaos ensues, anincreasing rumbling is heardin the distance - what couldthat possibly be? A riot fromstart to finish!

£15, Concessions £13, plusbuy 10 tickets and receivethe 11th ticket free. Bookbefore Monday 9 Junetickets are £12 each.


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Sunday 6 July 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLHERITAGE BLUES ORCHESTRAA big celebration of 50 years of blues at the Fairfield Halls - from hosting the legendary American folkand blues festivals in the 60s through to the present day.

From the Mississippi delta, up to Chicago and back down to New Orleans, with modern jazz hornsounds and a heavy backbeat, 2013 Grammy nominees the Heritage Blues Orchestra serve up apowerful and compelling new take on America's blues heritage. Support comes from award-winningharmonica man Paul Lamb and Chad Strentz. £20

Don’t miss free entry to our blues celebration in the Grand Foyer from 3pm with live music fromBig Boy Bloater, Giles Hedley and King Size Slim. Plus beer festival with host brewers Cronx Breweryand Dj Big Gee record stalls.

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Tuesday 8 July 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLCHOI-FOX DUOBorn respectively in Spain and the UK, Judith Choi-Castroand Harry Nowakowksi-Fox established the Choi-Fox Duo in2008. They have performed at various major London venuesand have regularly appeared as recitalists and chambermusicians in concert venues across the world. Today’sprogramme will include Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 21 inC Major, Op. 53 ‘Waldstein’ and Mendelssohn - Sonata forpiano and violin in F major (1838). £5, ShowCard £4.50

Wednesday 9 July 7pm - ASHCROFT THEATRETHE BRIT SCHOOL AT THE ASHCROFTTHEATRE 2014Ever stopped, looked up, and wondered what lies beyond thehatch in the ceiling - what mysteries lay in the loft, as yetuncovered? In search of somewhere to hide, Rupert will soondiscover that there's more to a loft than just cobwebs anddiscarded belongings. In fact, what Rupert discovers (or shouldwe say who Rupert discovers) will... well you'll have to comealong and find out! £5, Family Ticket £15

Wednesday 9 July 8pm - CONCERT HALLCROYDON SYMPHONIC BAND - Summer ConcertConductor - David Cox, Solo Trombone - Brian Kvedaras. The award-winning and ever-popular Croydon Symphonic Band return for their41st season at Fairfield to perform a mixed programme of popularmusic, including Mars and Jupiter from The Planets by Gustav Holst,Rimsky-Korsakov’s Trombone Concerto, music from the film Star Warsby John Williams and the world première of a new work for concertband by composer Helena Gascoyne plus lots, lots more!Adults £10, Concessions £6

Saturday 12 July 7pm - CONCERT HALLPOPCHOIRPopchoir are returning to Fairfield Halls for the thirdtime with their biggest concert to date, bringinganother opportunity to see and hear the massedpurple ranks deliver their unique brand of musicalentertainment! With songs from Bon Jovi to EmileSandé, from Lady Gaga to Take That and the DoobieBrothers, there is something to please everyone of allages. Toe-tapping, foot-stomping, heartwarmingentertainment - it's a show that will leave you withthat feel-good factor and send you home smiling anduplifted. Adults £17, Children £10

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Tuesday 15 July 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLDAVID BRAID AND SERGEI PODOBEDOVA unique concert of new transcriptions of music by Renaissance &Baroque masters William Byrd, Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, J.S. Bachand others, alongside works by the duo’s guitarist/composer DavidBraid. The contrapuntal music of the 17th and 18th century - originallywritten for organ, harpsichord or virginal - has been specially arrangedby The Braid-Podobedov Duo for their highly unusual instrumentation ofguitar and piano. The combining of these two instruments produces atruly remarkable tone colour. £5, ShowCard £4.50

Saturday 19 July 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLJOE LONGTHORNEJoe's repertoire of voices is endless and includes hundreds of the world'stop singers, however, he is perhaps best known for his impersonation ofShirley Bassey who has commented ‘Joe can do me better than I can domyself’. During his career, Joe has received gold and platinum discs for hisalbums, enjoyed sell out concerts at the Royal Albert Hall, as well as touringAustralia several times. Now, Joe is looking forward to new challenges,new songs to sing and new audiences to thrill. £19.50 & £22.50

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Featuring three greatwhodunits:

Tuesday 15 - Saturday 19 July

THE DEVILAT MIDNIGHTby Brian Clemens

Tuesday 22 - Saturday 26 July

DOUBLE DEATHby Simon Williams

Tuesday 29 July - Saturday 2 August

THE WIDOWby Merlin Ward

At The Ashcroft Theatre15 July - 2 August


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Tuesday 15 - Saturday 19 July 7.30pm,Wed, Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pmASHCROFT THEATREMURDER MYSTERY SEASONThe Devil at Midnight byBrian ClemensAndrew Paul (The Bill, Where the Heart Is)and Corrinne Wicks (Emmerdale, Doctors)star in a spine-tingling, morally searchingand topical thriller from the creator ofThe Avengers.

Liz Burns, a psychoanalyst, receives anunexpected visit from Nicki - a deeplytroubled young woman who is visited in herdreams by a bearded devil who carries heraway to a terrifying old house. Lizimmediately sees what her visitor is a victimof and, as the details of Nicki's past lifeemerge, clues mount up that point to Liz'shusband Jack being involved. Nicki is out forrevenge and with her brother Billy, she attacksthe Burnses; eventually, fully convinced of hisguilt, Liz turns on her husband too. The truth isfinally revealed as this gripping play reachesits shattering conclusion.

£16 each. Buy 2 plays £14.50 each.Buy 3 plays £13 each. Buy 10 tickets andreceive the 11th ticket free.

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A ticket will entitleyou to a whole seat,however you’ll onlyneed the edge of it!

Sunday 20 July 7.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATRESTEVE HEWLETT AND FRIENDSThinking Inside the BoxSteve Hewlett, fresh from his stunning appearance on ITV’sBritain’s Got Talent, now embarks on a major theatre tour with hishilarious friends. From talking hands to bottles of water, fromArthur Lager to Little Simon Cowell, Steve and his creations wonthe hearts of the nation and wowed the judges in the BGT final.Steve and his cast of zany characters, along with internationalaward-winning illusionist Richard Griffin, take a brand new,spectacular show on the road to delight and amaze the wholefamily. Don’t miss TV’s top comedy ventriloquist live on stage atFairfield Halls. £18, Concessions £14

Tuesday 22 July 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLJULIAN AND MAXIM ROWLANDSThe Bandoneon is a free reed instrument that is renowned for thebeauty of its sound and for its expressive range and flexibility andhas found its home in Argentina, becoming the distinctive voice of thetango. Bandoneonist Julian Rowlands has appeared on BBCtelevision and radio, the West End stage and at many of the UK'smajor concert venues. This concert with pianist Maxim Rowlandsfeatures classical music, traditional works from tango's golden age inthe 30s and 40s and one of the greatest nuevo tango works by AstorPiazzolla, the concerto for Bandoneon. £5, ShowCard £4.50

Saturday 26 July 6.30pm - CONCERT HALLUK REGGAE GOSPEL SHOWCASETrinity B are three Christian singers who have come together to deliver thegospel in the fantastic, traditional and authentic style of reggae. They have trulybeen blessed with a gift and a passion for music. Trinity B has teamed up withfriends and other UK gospel reggae artists to bring the gospel to many in apulsating, entertaining and enriching way. £10

Tuesday 29 July 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLNICHOLAS McCARTHYNicholas McCarthy returns to Fairfield Halls to play a Musicand War themed recital to commemorate the 100thanniversary of the beginning of the First World War, aconflict that gave rise to a vast wealth of left hand repertoirethat Nicholas plays today. Included in the programme is hisown transcription of Roses of Picardy in tribute to the FirstWorld War generation. Nicholas McCarthy graduated fromthe Royal College of Music in 2012 and made history as thefirst ever one-handed pianist to do so in its 130 year history.£5, ShowCard £4.50


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Tuesday 22 - Saturday 26 July 7.30pm,Wed, Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pmASHCROFT THEATREMURDER MYSTERY SEASONDouble Deathby Simon Williams

Brian Capron (Coronation Street, Where theHeart Is) and Andrew Paul (The Bill, Where theHeart Is) lead an all-star cast in this gripping,unpredictable thriller.

In an isolated house on the cliffs of NorthCornwall the sibling rivalry between identicaltwins Max and Ashley Hennessy is coming to amurderous climax. They both know one of themmust die, but, trapped in his wheelchair, Ashleyknows the odds are now against him and he isin mortal danger - however does DI Fergusbelieve him? And can he trust Nurse Malahide,who has been employed to protect him? PoorLalla, the twins’ aunt, is torn between the twoboys: which of them is the victim and which isthe psychopath? Perhaps they have done itagain - pulled off the final ‘switch’.


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‘A serpentine plotstuffed with surprises’

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Monday 28 - Wednesday 30 July 7.30pm, Wednesday Matinee 2.30pm - CONCERT HALLAVENUE QWinner of the TONY ‘Triple Crown’ for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q ispart flesh, part felt and packed with heart.

Avenue Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the story of a recent college graduate namedPrinceton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, hemeets Kate (the girl next door), Rod (the Republican), Trekkie (the internet sexpert), Lucy the Slutand other colourful types who help Princeton finally discover his true purpose in life!

From the producers of Seussical, Spring Awakening and Lord of the Flies, Sell a Door TheatreCompany revive this critically acclaimed musical for a summer 2014 tour.

Directed and choreographed by Cressida Carré and designed by Richard Evans, this productionis presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd., on behalf of Music Theatre Internationalof New York.

Suitable for ages 14+

www.selladoor.com

£25 & £32.50, Concessions £20,Plus buy 10 tickets and receivethe 11th ticket free.

Tuesday 29 July - Saturday 2 August7.30pm, Wed, Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pmASHCROFT THEATREMURDER MYSTERY SEASONThe Widow by Merlin Ward

A new, chilling thriller starring Anita Graham(EastEnders) with Murder Mystery regularsJo Castleton, Lara Lemon, Claire Vousden,Samuel Clemens, John Hester and Ben Roddy.

Catherine, a beautiful young model, is offereda photographic assignment in a remoteVictorian mansion in Wales. The house isowned by an American, whose son has arrivedfrom New York to spend his last few weeks inhis ancestors' family seat. During the photoshoot, Catherine gets to know the son and iscaptivated by him, despite the young manlooking pale and weak. Her feelings for himgrow, unaware that the modelling job is a shamand that the reason why she was lured to thegothic house dates back to the 1830s when ayoung woman was pushed from the roof top toher death. The Widow is a gripping tale ofthwarted ambition, unswerving maternal love,and a doomed romance that warms the heartwhilst drawing us into a rich story thatresonates long after the final curtain.



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Monday 4 August 2pm - ASHCROFT THEATREMARTY MACDONALD’S FARMCome and join in the adventure to help Marty, Pongo the Pig,Molly-Moo the Cow and Sheena the Sheep rescue their farm fromCrafty and the Crows. Sing along to your favourite nursery rhymesin a live, interactive puppet show full of fun and laughter, down onMarty MacDonald’s Farm! Directed by Tweenies creator IainLauchlan, presented by Martin Parsons, Kate Ashmead andfeaturing children’s TV’s Justin Fletcher as the Voice of Pongo thePig and Nicole Davis as the Voice of Molly-Moo the Cow.Adults £12, Children £10 (£1.50 booking fee per ticket)

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FAMILY SHOWTuesday 5 August 4pm, Wednesday 6 &Thursday 7 August 11am, 2pm & 4pmASHCROFT THEATREANGELINA BALLERINAThe MousicalEveryone's favourite little star, AngelinaBallerina, pirouettes onto the stage in thissparkling musical packed full of singing anddancing.

Angelina and her friends think theirdreams have come true when CamembertAcademy wins the opportunity to appearin their favourite television programme“Dancing With Mice!”. But when the girlsand boys have very different ideas for theshow and just can't seem to agree onanything, it's up to Angelina as DanceCaptain to ensure that the show goesahead.

So put on your ballet shoes and joinAngelina, Alice, Gracie, Viki, AJ andMarco for the most stupendous Mousical ofthe year!

‘Terrific! Energetic performances,a great set design, lovely songs.Top class family entertainment.’Nottingham Evening Post

£12.50 & £15, Family Ticket £45 &£55 (£1.50 booking fee per ticket)

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Thursday 7 August 7.30pm - CONCERT HALLONLY ONE DIRECTIONMidnight Memories TourCapturing the charisma, energy and enthusiasm of thefamous five, this show features songs from all three ofOne Direction's smash-hit albums includingWhat MakesYou Beautiful, Story of My Life, Best Song Ever and ofcourse, Midnight Memories. The perfect family friendlypop concert guaranteed to keep you ‘Up All Night'complete with giveaways, audience participation and ameet & greet with the boys. Book your seats today for a great night with Only One Direction. Adults£16, Children/Concessions £14, Family Ticket £50 (£1.50 booking fee per ticket)

Tuesday 12 August 1.05pm - CONCERT HALLTHE WILLSHIRE DUO - Carnival of the AnimalsJames Willshire and Pippa Harrison started their musical studies atChetham’s School of Music before moving to the Guildhall School of Musicand Drama. Individually they have performed in festivals throughout theUK and abroad and in addition to their performance work the Duo arekeen educationalists, giving masterclasses and promoting music in schools.The Willshire Duo gave their London debut recital at the Fairfield Halls in2012 and today’s Lunchtime Concert programme will include Faure - DollySuite and Saint-Saëns - The Carnival of the Animals. £5, ShowCard £4.50

Mon 11 - Fri 15 Aug,Mon 18 - Fri 22 Aug 10.30am - 3.30pmASHCROFT THEATREASHCROFT THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOLThe Ashcroft Theatre Summer School returns for its fourthyear, teaching singing, dance and drama under theleadership of Choreographer Lynne Thomas and a team ofWest End performers. Each day the children are promised afun-filled and educational experience in a professionalenvironment including a Showcase at the end of the week.Over 5 days students will be taught singing, acting, danceand improvisation skills by industry professionals. At 2.30pmon Friday, parents and friends are invited to a freeperformance of The Summer Showcase, a presentation of thestudents’ work from the week. This course will not only givestudents tuition in the main disciplines of dance, singing andacting, it will also help them develop their confidence,teamwork, trust and self discipline. For an application formplease call 020 8688 9291. Places are limited so book early!£115 per child for the week

LUNCHTIME CONCERT

MUSIC

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Saturday 16 August 1pm &3.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREMILKSHAKEStarring some of your milkshakefavourites this brand new musicalspectacular is sure to havechildren up on their feet andsinging at the top of their voices!Joining this fantastic show will betwo milkshake presenters, whowill take us on a fun milkshakeadventure bound to dazzle anddelight! The show features brandnew songs, classic favourites andfunky dance routines, plus plentyof laughter, bags of audienceinteraction and bucket loads offun for all the family too!Adults £13, Children £11,Family Ticket £44(£1.50 booking fee per ticket)

Tuesday 19 August 11am &2.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATRETHE SOOTY SHOWIzzy Wizzy, Let’s Get Busy - It’s The Sooty Show! Directfrom Citv, Sooty heads into town in a fabulous new showto delight the whole family. Joining the nations favouritebear will be Sweep, Soo and Sooty's TV PartnerRichard Cadell - who will be attempting to keep Sootyfrom getting up to mischief! Boy will he have his handsfull! It's Sooty's Birthday party and things aren't going toplan. Sooty and Sweep get messy baking the Birthdaycake and will Soo ever decide which dress to wear?Special party guests include legendary Sooty favouritesButch the bulldog and Ramsbottom the snake. So join inwith all the fun and games at Sooty's Birthday Party!There's also a chance to meet Richard and Sooty afterthe show. A spectacular mix of magic, music and mess -guaranteed giggles for Sooty Fans old and new!

‘A real treat for the children and a dose of nostalgia forthe parents’ The Stage.

Adults £12, Children £10, Family Ticket £38(£1.50 booking fee per ticket)

FAMILY SHOW

FAMILY SHOW

18 - 20 SeptemberThe critically acclaimed Musical Bugle Boytraces the life of legendary music iconGlenn Miller, from leaving college toplaying in various bands, including hisown, as he searches tirelessly for overtwenty years to find a unique band sound.


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Tue 30 Sep -Sat 4 Oct

PAUL NICHOLAS as Crazy Max in...

BLOCKBUSTER The Musical features the chart-busting hits of the legendary song-writing teamNicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, who dominated the pop world in the 70's and 80's!


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Wednesday 17 September

Delivering a mix of musicology,mayhem and genre-bustingarrangements, this cult collectivetakes on everything from the classicsto country via pop and metal... allperformed through their chosenmedium - The Ukulele!

From festival stages to concertvenues around the world the UkuleleOrchestra of Great Britain has wonpraise, plaudits, acclaim and a hugefollowing seeing them draw capacitycrowds wherever they play.

'Iconoclastic. Unabashedgenre crashing antics.Nothing is spoof proof'The Sunday Times

Wednesday 29 -Thursday 30 October

When there's trouble under the sea, theOctonauts dive into action! Get readyto embark on an exciting new missionwith our underwater adventure superheroes, Captain Barnacles, Kwazii andPeso, in the brand new live stage show,Octonauts and the Deep Sea VolcanoAdventure.

Visit strange new worlds full ofmysteries to unravel, with surprisesaround every corner this action packedinteractive show features music and allyour favourite characters live on stagefor the very first time!


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Monday 24 - Saturday 29 November

FIRST EVER UK TOUR


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Friday 5 December -Sunday 4 January

28 Nov - 24 Dec

THE MAGICAL CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE RETURNS WITH A BRAND NEW SHOWWith songs, stories, a meet and greet with santa and a free gift!

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall,What's the Greatest Pantomime of them all?


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BELLY DANCE CLASSESEvery Tuesday 6pm in the Terrace Lounge.Friendly, fun classes taught by one of the UK’s bestknown teachers. Women only. Suitable for allages. No need to book. Wear comfortable clothesand bare feet or very soft shoes. £8 per class. Formore info see www.hipsinc.com or phoneCharlotte on 01342 850423.

THE MOVEMENT FACTORY DANCE ACADEMIESEvery Saturday from 1pm in the Terrace Lounge. Learn a rangeof dance styles including hip hop, breaking, popping, lockingand krumping. Be taught by some of the master minds of thestreet dance industry in the UK at the moment. £5 per class, £30for 6 classes, £55 for 12 classes.

Thursday 19 June 6.30pm - CONCERT HALLSUTTON MUSIC SERVICE KS2 INSTRUMENTAL FESTIVALThis will be an exciting showcase of Sutton Music Service’s Whole ClassInstrumental Tuition Programme, representing the range of learning takingplace in schools each week. This concert will feature a massed choir itemfor all participants and a performance by Sutton Youth Brass Band. £8 & £8.50, Concessions £6

Saturday 21 June - Friday 4 July - SUN LOUNGECROYDON HERITAGE FESTIVALCroydon Heritage Festival is a celebration of Croydon’s rich and vibrantpast, present and future organised by The Whitgift Foundation. We’reinviting you to explore Croydon’s fascinating heritage through an excitingprogramme of events including a free exhibition at Fairfield Halls. Find outmore at www.croydonheritagefestival.co.uk. Free Event

Wednesday 2 July 3pm & 5pm - FAIRFIELD HALLSGUIDED TOUR OF FAIRFIELD HALLSJoin us for a guided tour of Fairfield Halls. Get behind the scenes and learn more about thehistory of this 50-year-old building. To book, please email [email protected]. Spaces arelimited, so book early to avoid missing out. Free Event

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Monday 30 June 7pm - CONCERT HALLWE SING U SING SUMMER SONG FESTIVALThis is the 7th Year We Sing U Sing is bringing the Summer SongGospel music festival to Croydon. This is a night filled with childrenand young people from Croydon and surrounding boroughsperforming at their best, under the direction of Mobo Awardnominee and multi award-winning Choir Director, John Fisher. Joina cast of over 600 children singers, dancers and musicians for thisgrand gala concert to remember. Tickets are £11 each if purchasedbefore Sunday 22nd June, tickets are £15 each thereafter.

Saturday 5 July 4.30pm - ASHCROFT THEATREJEYANJALI INTERNATIONAL DANCE GALA ANDAWARDS CEREMONYMeet new friends as our globe unites on one stage - Bharathanatyagurus of Sri Lanka, India, Australia, Germany, France, Norway,Switzerland, Canada and England receive awards as their topstudent groups perform with Indian cinema stars. £15, £25 & £30

Monday 7 July 7pm - ASHCROFT THEATRELET YOUR FEET COMPETELet Your Feet Compete Grand Final is the climax of an excitingschools dance competition, which has been running in Croydon thisyear. The energetic and invigorating display of talent will be run intrue X-Factor excitement, including performances from local dancegroups and celebrity judges providing their professional thoughts,with some really hot names from dance and entertainment industrieson this year's panel. Join us to be part of this great show and to support Croydon dancetalents! Adults £10, Children & Concessions £5. Tickets on sale Monday 12 May.

Thursday 28 - Saturday 30 August 7pm, Sat Matinee 1.30pmASHCROFT THEATREYOUNGER GENERATION THEATRE GROUPTalentedThis year is the group's 26th show at the Ashcroft Theatre. Itcontains singing and dancing from girls and boys from the Croydonarea aged 9 - 18. It will be all about ‘Talent Shows’ old and new. Evenings £13, Concessions £11, Saturday Matinee £10

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Fairfield is managed by Fairfield (Croydon)Limited, a company limited by guarantee,registered in England No. 2778118. Registeredaddress Fairfield Halls, Park Lane, Croydon CR91DG. A Registered Charity, Chief Executive:Simon Thomsett. Charity No. 1026483

HOW TO BOOKInternet: www.fairfield.co.ukTelephone: 020 8688 9291In person: Box Office is open 10am - 6pm (or8pm on show days).

LocationFairfield Halls, The Ashcroft Theatre andArnhem Gallery are at Fairfield Halls, ParkLane, Croydon, CR9 1DG. Nearest Station: East CroydonNearest Tram: East Croydon / George St.Car Parking: Available on our forecourt or innearby NCP.

General EnquiriesT: 020 8681 0821, E: [email protected]

Booking FeesAll shows are subject to a £2.25 booking feeper ticket (reduced to £1 if paying in person, incash) unless otherwise stated or if a ‘nobooking fee’ logo is shown. Please note there isalso a charge of 70p applied to all transactionswhere postage of tickets is required.

ACCESSA copy of our ‘Equal Access For All’ document isavailable on request by calling 020 8688 9291,or download a copy at www.fairfield.co.uk

DISCOUNTS AND CONCESSIONSGroup discounts and concessions are availablefor some performances (subject to availability).Please call 020 8688 9291 for details. ‘Family’tickets are generally defined as 2 adults and 2children.

CONDITIONS OF SALEWe regret that tickets cannot be exchanged normoney refunded. Full conditions are on displayat the Box Office. All programme details arepublished in good faith, but Fairfield retains theright to make changes when necessary. Alldetails are correct at time of going to print.Please call 020 8688 9291 for full and finaldetails.

If you have any comments or suggestions writeto: Head of Operations, Fairfield, Park Lane,Croydon, CR9 1DG or e-mail:[email protected]

OTHER EVENTSSun 25 May - Fri 6 June - SUN LOUNGETHE LONDON SALON 103RDINTERNATIONALPHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITIONThis exhibition is believed to be the oldestexhibition devoted to Pictorial Photography.The aim of the London Salon is to exhibit onlythat class of photographic work in whichthere is distinct evidence of artistic feelingand execution. www.londonsalon.org

Tue 10 June - Thu 19 June - SUN LOUNGECROYDON DESIGNS FOR LIFEEXHIBITION

Sat 7 - Sun 8 June - ARNHEM GALLERYTATTOO CONVENTION

Sundays 11am

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