The List September 2013
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The List September 2013 What’s on across the city in September Visual Arts Addresses and opening times of galleries are given at the end of this publication. 16 March - 18 January 2014 Chilled to the Bone: Ice Age Sussex - Explore Ice Age Sussex and discover how ice has driven our evolution, why we have survived whilst the Neanderthals perished, and what the disappearance of ice from the poles could mean for our survival – Brighton Museum 08 April - 30 September Brighton Sand Sculpture Festival Over 20 world class artists have turned thousands of tonnes of sand into an exhibition that has never been seen before and never to be forgotten. From this April until the end of September visitors can experience the wonder of this magical art and will also have the chance to get involved. Sand sculpture workshops, live demonstrations, guided tours, unique photo opportunities, a children's sand pit, café and much more will be on offer to all. – Black Rock 11 May – 08 September Jeff Koons - Brighton Museum & Art Gallery is thrilled to be the venue for an exhibition of work by Jeff Koons, widely regarded as one of the world’s most important living artists – Brighton Museum & Art Gallery 15 June – 13 October Regency Colour - Regency Colour and Beyond, 1785-1835, is on show from 15 June to 13 October 2013 and includes two display areas and new interpretation exploring Regency understandings of colour and the interior decor of the Royal Pavilion - Royal Pavilion 18 June – 15 September The Camden Town Group - This display celebrates the recent acquisition of eight works by artists of the Camden Town Group, forming part of the collection assembled by Robert Bevan and his second wife Natalie Barclay – Brighton Museum 06 July – 21 January 2014 Into the Blue - An exploration of the colour blue, using objects drawn from Royal Pavilion and Museum collections. Aimed at 5-11 year olds, exploratory and discovery- led – Hove Museum 14 August – 27 September ‘START WARS’ by Uzi 1960 - A selection of works based around the Star Wars Film Franchise and Characters, by Brighton Artist Uzi 1960 – Hotel Pelirocco For all things Brighton: www.visitbrighton.com 02 – 03 September Ustia: The Resurrection of Oil - This exhibition promises to be an engaging gathering from the sciences and the arts, Open Mon-Sat 10am–5pm (closed Sundays), Free Entry - University of Brighton Gallery & Sallis Benney Theatre 05 September – 13 October Timo Arnall & Collaborators – Immaterials - Lighthouse is delighted to be presenting an exhibition by one of Europe’s leading digital practitioners, Timo Arnall. Together with a network of collaborators, he reveals the invisible infrastructures that make up our technological world – Lighthouse 06 – 08 September Art and Soul at Falmer - Seventeen artists and makers are showing their work in St. Laurence Church and the Village Hall this year at the art show in the heavenly village setting, 11am, free - St Laurence Church and Village Hall, Falmer 07 September – 13 October Mutator 1 + 2 Evolutionary Art by William Latham - William Latham was one of the first UK artists in the 80’s to create computer art, and he rapidly gained an international reputation as a pioneer in the field, 11am, free – Phoenix Gallery Theatres and Shows 09 – 14 September Agatha Christie’s Go Back for Murder - Now in its eight thrilling year, the Agatha Christie Theatre Company presents a brand new production of the queen of Crime's classic time piece Go Back For Murder. Carla Le Marchant has to live with a disturbing family secret; her mother, Caroline Crale, died in prison while serving life for killing her husband. But on finding a letter in which Caroline claims that she's innocent, Carla becomes obsessed, determined to clear her mother's name. Enlisting the help of Justin Fogg, the son of Caroline's defence lawyer, Carla tracks down a number of people from her mother's tragic past, only to uncover a shocking truth. Eves 7:45pm, Thurs and Sat mats 2:30pm, £10-£27 – Theatre Royal 18 – 22 September Grandpa In My Pocket – Teamwork! Sunnysands pirate Horatio Ho takes Jason and Jemima on a pirate adventure in search of treasure. But when things go wrong, it's time for Grandpa to put on his shrinking cap and save the day. It's Teamwork! A brand new story told by a young ensemble cast who bring all your favourite Sunnysands characters and places to life before your eyes. Imaginative and highly theatrical, children will fall in love with Grandpa in my Pocket all over again. Wed 7pm, Thu 11am & 5pm, Fri 5pm, Sat 1pm & 5pm, Sun 11am & 3pm, £9.50-£16 – Theatre Royal For all things Brighton: www.visitbrighton.com 24 – 28 September Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – Having enjoyed sensational reviews, Bill Kenwright's 'Amazing' 'Superb', 'Wonderful' and 'Brilliant' production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's sparkling family musical continues to enjoy huge success across the country, with standing ovations at every performance. Fresh from the hit television series STEPS: On The Road Again and a 20 date sold out arena tour, Ian 'H' Watkins is delighted to reprise the role of Joseph which he first played in London's West End in 2005. Tue-Thu eves 7:45pm, Wed & Thu mats 2:30pm, Fri 5pm & 8pm, Sat 2pm, 5pm, 8pm, £19-£29.50 – Theatre Royal Guided Walks & Tours Blue Badge Guides: Brighton Revisited - First time in Brighton? Then this is for you. On foot or by coach, this half-day tour can take you from the charm of the 'Lanes' in the heart of the city, to the grandeur of the Regency squares, crescents and palace. Contact us on [email protected] or by phone: +44 (0)7899 847352 Glenda Clarke – Registered Blue Badge tour guide Tel: +44 (0)1273 888596 to arrange a guide. Walks include Secret City, Brighton Past and Present, Offbeat Brighton, Brighton A-Z, Quadrophenia film tour and Mods & Rockers. Only in Brighton - Only in Brighton tour runs most Fridays & Saturdays 7pm, To confirm, check website or ring +44 (0)7954 482112 – Meet Outside Al Duomo Restaurant, next to the Royal Pavilion Shop. Walking Dead Tour - Based on Peter James's first two novels in his Roy Grace series, Dead Simple and Looking Good Dead this walk is a journey through Roy Grace's Brighton, 3-5pm. Saturdays, £10/£8 Cons, Under 5s free. [email protected] or by text to +44 (0)7775 870195. Other Guided Walks and Tours: Brighton City Walks – The Brighton story guided walk is open all year, booking is essential please contact Julian Clapp to enquire or book a tour on 07941256148 Brighton's Mystical Heritage Tour – With comedy, magic, time machines & origami – designed by ‘Brighton Rocks!’ tour company/outdoor group - also offering sunset/night/country pub walks & national tours/events - www.brightonrocks- tours.com – 07855 536510 - Meeting point: Outside Red Roaster Coffee Shop, St James's Street Ghost Walks of the Lanes - Ghost Walk of the Lanes runs for 12 months of the year (excluding Christmas and New Year period) on Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7:30pm & every day in June, July & August. No need to book – just turn up! – Meet outside Druid’s Head, Brighton Place For all things Brighton: www.visitbrighton.com Kreepy Kemptown Ghost Walks – Brighton’s longest paranormal tour. Nearly 2 hours of true tales to chill your spine! Every Saturday at 7:30pm. http://kreepykemptownghostwalks.webs.com/. Adults £8, children £4, conc. £5 Palmeira Mansions Tour – Every first Sunday of the month - Take a glimpse back at Victorian life in a house tour which reveals the opulence, taste and lifestyle of a nouveau riche gentleman, 11am, £6/£5 – 33 Palmeira Mansions Take a Tour of the Oldest Hotel in Brighton - The First Friday of the month, and every Friday in August, tour takes approximately one hour, The Royal Escape, Smuggling, and Grand Occasions, 6pm, £5 – The Old Ship Hotel Theatre Royal Backstage Tours - Every Saturday, the tour is full of intriguing insights into the history and present day workings of Theatre Royal Brighton, 11:30am, £6 – Theatre Royal Other Events 04 July – 03 Sepetmber Giant Maze - A stunning summer maze attraction on the Eastern Lawns of the Royal Pavilion, Brighton, from July 4, for locals and visitors to enjoy, 11am-7pm, £4 – Royal Pavilion Gardens 21 August – 05 September Zippos Circus - The award-winning Zippos Circus is coming to Hove Lawns for Summer Season of performances from Wednesday 21st August until Tuesday 3rd September, Various times and prices – Hove Lawn No. 1 31 August – 08 September Timmy Time - If you're visiting Brighton Sea Life Centre 31st August - 8th September, you will have the pleasure of being joined by Timmy the sheep. Various times, standard admission prices apply – Sea Life Centre 01 September Leap of Love - On Sunday 1st September Leap for Love and join over 100 women in a mass skinny dip to raise funds for Cancer Research UK, 11:45am, £15 per ticket – proceeds go to Cancer Research UK – Brighton Naturist Beach 01 September Brighton Soundscape - Brighton Soundscape is back for the second time this year after the success of the first gig! 6:30pm, £4.50 – Concorde 2 01 September Musical Cabaret - Come join us as our wealth of musical theatre talent is given a spotlight, 7pm, £10 – Proud Cabaret Brighton 01 September Bent Double - An irreverent night of fun and frolics hosted by if.comedy Best Newcomer 2007 award nominee, and as seen on BBC 2's Mock The Week and Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow, Zoe Lyons, 7:30pm, £10.50/£8.50 £14 (Nachos deal) – Komedia For all things Brighton: www.visitbrighton.com 01 September Chris Ricketts - Chris Ricketts is an internationally renowned sea shanty singer based in Portsmouth.