Spring/Summer Featuring Programme 2019

SPRING/SUMMER FEATURING PROGRAMME 2019

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Spend some time with us this summer and enjoy a picnic of drama, dance, music, comedy, exhibitions and family treats. We are excited to welcome Shakespeare’s Globe on Tour to Somerset, who present three of the Bard’s plays at the beginning of July. For those who like the avant-garde, we have internationally acclaimed music group The Tiger Lillies, an anarchic Brechtian Punk Cabaret. At the other end of the cabaret spectrum, the Ladyboys are back! There is lots of dance with Strictly Come Dancing’s Ballroom Boys, Matthew Bourne’s all-male Swan Lake and two Royal Ballet productions. We have music for all tastes from Glyndebourne to Take That, Swing Bands and Classical Concerts. The South West’s favourite comedian Jethro is back again, and cricket broadcasting legend Jonathan Agnew pitches up for an entertaining night at the end of the Cricket World Cup. Kids will love our holiday activities and shows A Commotion in the Ocean and Elmer. Look out for a Take Part programme to find out about our extensive visual and performing arts classes and workshops for all ages; and our monthly cinema flyers with a tempting selection of films, including The Greatest Showman Sing-a-long. We have some extraordinary exhibitions for you this summer: Jack Tierney (responsible for our wonderful wall mural) exhibits a collection of new work; local artist Sara Dudman curates an exhibition which includes work from her students. Vanessa Lefrancois, Chief Executive and Artistic Director

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Christmas 2019: The Railway Children 4 Performances & Event Cinema 5-25 Cinema & Activities 23 Exhibitions 26 Community Groups & External Promoters 27 Vouchers & Social Media Information 27 Membership/Volunteering 29 Next Season highlights 30 Seating plan 30 Useful Information 31 Donation Information 31

PRE-THEATRE DINING Start your evening at 5.30pm with confit chicken terrine, gooseberry chutney + sourdough crisps, followed by steak frites with chilli + mint butter, finishing with lemon tart + vanilla mascarpone (sample menu). 2 courses £18, 3 courses £20. Book through the Box office, selected performances only. BRAZIER COFFEE ROASTERS at THE BREWHOUSE are proud to present an exciting selection of freshly prepared food to accompany your visit to the theatre. Cafe Open Mon-Sat 8.30-4.30

3 ENSEMBLE AUDITIONS

We are casting for young people (9 - 24 years) to take part in our professional Christmas production of The Railway Children for small named parts and ensemble roles (main characters will be played by professionals). Approximately 26 young actors will be given roles, forming two casts. Performers need to be strong, confident singers and actors, with good dance ability. Successful candidates will be in scenes throughout the show and play several different characters with speaking parts available for some young performers. We are looking for natural performers and everyone will need to be able to hold a vocal harmony line musically. We encourage young people with a flare and passion for performing to audition, regardless of whether they have had any formal training or not. Apply for an audition by Thursday 2 May at 5 pm on The Brewhouse website (search “ensemble auditions”) where you will find a link to a form - we cannot accept registrations not in this format or submitted after the deadline.

4 MAY

ROH DELAYED LIVE: FAUST TUE 7 MAY

Experience the decadence and elegance of 1870s Paris in David McVicar’s spectacular production of Gounod’s best-loved opera. Disillusioned with life, the aged philosopher Faust calls upon Satan to help him. The devil Méphistophélès appears and strikes a bargain with the philosopher: he will give him youth and the love of the beautiful Marguerite, if Faust will hand over his soul.

McVicar’s wonderfully theatrical production draws insightful parallels between Faust and Gounod, a composer torn between piety and worldly, romantic success. Michael Fabiano stars as Faust, with Irina Lungu as his beloved Marguerite and Erwin Schrott as the diabolical Méphistophélès.

6.45PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A

THE TRIALS OF OSCAR WILDE THU 9 MAY

14 February 1895 was the triumphant opening night of The Importance of Being Earnest - the zenith of Oscar Wilde’s career. Yet, less than 100 days later, he found himself disgraced, bankrupt and sentenced to two years’ hard labour.

What happened during the trials? Was he persecuted or the author of his own downfall? Using the actual words spoken in court, this is a thrilling dramatisation of the libel and criminal trials written by Oscar Wilde’s grandson Merlin Holland with co-author John O’Connor. Wherever possible, they have used the original words spoken in court. The first half of the play deals with the dramatic events of the libel trial, as Oscar goes from Prosecutor to Prosecuted. The second half carefully reconstructs the criminal trial from newspaper reports, eyewitness accounts and documentary evidence.

Feel what it was like to be in the company of a flawed genius - as this less than ideal husband was suddenly reduced to a man of no importance.

7.30PM | £17/£11 | DRAMA | 14+

5 MAY

WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT ACTIONTRACK SHOWBUILD WEEK FRI 10 - SUN 12 MAY

Ten years after its first UK tour, the smash-hit production of We’re Going on a Bear Hunt is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the much-loved picture book by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury with a UK Tour. Sally Cookson’s hugely inventive production set to Benji Bower’s lively musical score is a mischievous celebration of play, utilising everyday objects and materials to capture the imagination and propel audiences into the world of the family favourite.

Join our intrepid family of adventurers and their musical dog as they wade through the swishy 8PMswashy | grass,£17 | the VARIETY splishy splashy | 18+ river and the oozy squelchy mud, in search of a bear. Expect plenty of interaction and a few surprises along the way. Music, laughter, rhythms, rhymes and repetitions together with puppetry, paint, water and mud… not to mention a bear – we’re not scared! – make this fun-filled adventure the perfect theatrical outing for all young families.

‘Brilliantly inventive and engaging’ - The Stage 9AM - 4PM | £126 | ACTIVITY | 8 - 16

‘A fun-filled frolic’ - The Guardian

TIMES VARY | £13/£11 | FAMILY | ALL AGES

6 MAY

EVENT CINEMA: AN AMERICAN IN ROYAL BALLET LIVE: WITHIN THE PARIS - THE MUSICAL GOLDEN HOUR / MEDUSA / SAT 11 MAY FLIGHT PATTERN THU 16 MAY Tony® Award-winning Broadway musical, with gorgeous Gershwin tunes (including Wonderful The contemporary face of The Royal Ballet is and I Got Rhythm) tells the impassioned story shown in works from three of today’s leading of an American GI discovering art, friendship choreographers: Christopher Wheeldon (Within and love in Los Angeles ‘City of Light’ in 1945. the Golden Hour), Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui (New Directed and choreographed by Christopher Cherkaoui) and Crystal Pite (Flight Pattern). Wheeldon, the musical film stars Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope.

7.30PM | £16/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A 7.15PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A

NT LIVE: ALL MY SONS TUE 14 MAY

America, 1947. Despite hard choices and even harder knocks, Joe and Kate Keller are a success story. They have built a home, raised two sons and established a thriving business. But nothing lasts forever and their contented lives, already shadowed by the loss of their eldest boy to war, are about to shatter. With the return of a figure from the past, long buried truths are forced to the surface and the price of their American dream is laid bare.

Broadcast live from The Old Vic in London, Jeremy Herrin (NT Live: This House, People, Places & Things) directs a cast including Academy Award-winner Sally Field (Steel Magnolias, Brothers & Sisters), Bill Pullman (The Sinner, Independence Day), Jenna Coleman (Victoria), and Colin Morgan (Merlin).

7PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A

7 MAY

STRICTLY ANN: AN INTIMATE ORAL EVENING WITH ANN WIDDICOMBE SAT 18 MAY FRI 17 MAY ORAL is a show about mouths. What goes into One-time Shadow Home Secretary and them. What comes out of them. And what they long-serving Tory MP, Ann Widdecombe has are actually for. reinvented herself since leaving Parliament - she is as entertaining, enlightening and controversial Based on her lived experience, Viv Gordon and as you would expect. Ann lifts the lid on life company sink their teeth into childhood sexual in Westminster and shares behind-the-scenes abuse, dentistry, voice and crocodiles. gossip from some of the nation’s best-loved programmes, including Strictly Come Dancing. ORAL is a rebellious, gobby kind of show about *Ann’s show will be followed by a book signing. rising up and biting back. A jaw-dropping call to arms. 7.30PM | £23 | TALK | ALL AGES 7.30PM | £11 | DRAMA | 14+

IMAGINE - JOHN LENNON SONGBOOK SUN 19 MAY

A beautifully crafted masterpiece of musical theatre, “Imagine” tells the legendary story of John Lennon, from his dramatic rise to fame as a Beatle through to his iconic solo career.

Starring the globally renowned and Liverpool’s own Jimmy Coburn (The Cavern Club; Let It Be; The Sessions at Abbey Road), “Imagine” features authentic instrumentation, evocative costumes, and flawless live recreations of John Lennon’s songbook to wow even the most ardent Beatles and Lennon fan.

“Imagine” showcases all John Lennon’s greatest hits, including the eponymous Imagine, Jealous Guy, Give Peace a Chance, Starting Over, Come Together, Strawberry Fields Forever, All You Need Is Love and many more!

7.30PM | £23.50 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

8 MAY

MATTHEW BOURNE’S SWAN LAKE TUE 21 & SUN 26 MAY

Matthew Bourne’s thrilling and audacious production is best known for replacing the female corps-de-ballet with a menacing male ensemble, shattering convention, but taking the dance world by storm. Filmed live at Sadler’s Wells Theatre in London, Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake stars Will Bozier as The Swan/The Stranger, Liam Mower as The Prince and Nicole Kabera as The Queen.

10 – 16 August: Matthew Bourne’s ‘New Adventures’ Swan Lake Dance School - The Brewhouse are thrilled to be offering two workshops (morning group for ages 7 – 10; afternoon group for ages 11 – 16) to work with two “New Adventures” Dance Artists and learn about this exciting style of contemporary dance/ theatre. See our Take Part programme & online for details.

TIMES VARY | £16/£13 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A

CLASSICAL CONCERT SERIES: SOLEM QUARTET FRI 24 MAY One of the most exciting string quartets in the UK currently, the Solem Quartet are Amy Tress (violin), William Newell (violin), Alistair Vennart (viola) and Stephanie Tress (cello). Winner of the 2014 Royal Overseas League Ensemble Competition, this in-demand quartet enjoys a busy concert schedule performing at the Wigmore Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall and King’s Place as well as internationally. Their repertoire is extensive, spanning from early Haydn to critically acclaimed young composers such as Emily Howard, whose quartet ‘Afference’ they performed in a BBC Radio 3 Proms broadcast.

Their performance at The Brewhouse focuses on quartets from Haydn, Schumann and Beethoven: • Haydn – Quartet Op.76 No.5 • Schumann – Quartet in A Op.41 No.3 • Beethoven – Quartet Op.59 No.3 “Razumovsky”

7.30PM | £17 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

9 MAY HALF TERM : SALTY SEAS

A COMMOTION IN THE OCEAN PLAY-IN-A-DAY WITH WASSAIL SAT 25 MAY THEATRE COMPANY TUE 28 MAY Demeter (Goddess of Harvest & Agriculture) is having a bad day – she just wants some There’s something fishy happening at The peace and quiet, but there is too much noise, Brewhouse! Inspired by our Salty Seas theme distraction and plastic! Poseidon (God of the for half term, the group will create their Sea, Earthquakes and Horses) decides to help. own wild story. A fun day for children and He means well, but he really isn’t helping. young people to make new friends, improve This madcap comedy helps audiences connect performance skills and grow in confidence. to the topical subject of plastic pollution and its There will be a show for parents/guardians at detrimental effect on nature. Featuring music the end of the workshop. Don’t forget your from Kid Carpet and lots of bubbles. Sou’wester and wellies! 10AM - 4PM | £2 | WORKSHOP | 7+ 10AM & 12NOON | £6.50 | FAMILY | 5+

CARDBOARD KRAKAN THE GREATEST SHOWMAN WED 29 MAY SING-A-LONG SAT 1 JUN Calling all salty seadogs and monster hunters! The hub is being taken over by a giant sea Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron monster! Come and make a Kraken out of and hiss Rebecca Ferguson (…or maybe not) cardboard and other recyclable materials. Your as you experience The Greatest Showman with imagination is your only limitation! It’s sure to lyrics on the screen, so you can join in as loud escape back to the sea so we will also need to as you want. The first rule of Sing-a-long is make nets and food to feed it. THERE ARE NO RULES! Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation A fun family session of play and craft. is essential. 10.30AM - 1PM | FREE DROP IN 5PM | £7.00 | EVENT CINEMA | PG WORKSHOP | ALL AGES

10 MAY

THE BALLROOM BOYS: IAN WAITE SEANN WALSH: AFTER THIS & VINCENT SIMONE ONE I’M GOING HOME SAT 25 MAY FRI 31 MAY

Get ready for a high intensity evening of glitz and Charming and charismatic, a natural motormouth, glamour as Strictly Come Dancing favourites Ian Seann Walsh is the most frighteningly precocious Waite and Vincent Simone join forces to present talent to emerge from the UK comedy circuit in a brand new production. Argentine Tango legend recent years. Vincent and King of the Ballroom Ian promise a night packed with dance, songs and loads of “Unquestionably the best observational comic of his banter. generation” – The Guardian

There will be a limited number of VIP tickets that “Sharp, creative observational comedy from a include a pre show meet and greet with the boys, precocious newcomer.…” – Sunday Times for autograph and photo opportunities. SOLD OUT WAITING LIST AVAILABLE TIMES VARY | £53 VIP/£29/£27 DANCE | ALL AGES 8PM | £16 | COMEDY | 14+

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11 JUNE

PAINTING VAN GOGH WORKSHOP TUE 4 JUN

Would you love to explore colour and mark-making of Van Gogh? In this workshop meet the man behind the paintings and learn about his techniques - and then try it for yourself alongside artist and teacher, Paul Priestley. Paul will take on the character of the great artist and talk you through his exciting life and influences. This will be followed by a painting demonstration in the famous style and then the chance to try yourself. (See website for required materials).

Book the workshop & then watch the exhibition on screen the same day!

2.30PM-5.30PM | £30 | WORKSHOP | ADULTS

EXHIBITION ON SCREEN: VAN GOGH & JAPAN TUE 4 JUN

“I envy the Japanese” Van Gogh wrote to his brother Theo. In the exhibition on which this film is based one can see why. Though Vincent van Gogh never visited Japan, it is the country that had the most profound influence on him and his art when it arrived in Paris in the middle of the 19th century, giving his work a new and exciting direction. The film travels not only to France and the Netherlands but also to Japan to further explore the remarkable heritage that so affected Van Gogh and made him the artist we know of today.

7.30PM | £14/12 | EVENT CINEMA

12 JUNE

RSC LIVE: THE TAMING OF ROYAL BALLET LIVE: THE SHREW ROMEO & JULIET WED 5 JUN TUE 11 JUN

In a reimagined 1590, England is a matriarchy. Shakespeare’s enduring love story is known the Baptista Minola is seeking to sell off her world over. Since its 1965 premiere with The son Katherine to the highest bidder. Cue an Royal Ballet, Kenneth MacMillan’s Romeo and explosive battle of the sexes in this electrically Juliet has become a modern ballet classic. The charged love story. Justin Audibert turns choreography captures the emotions of the young Shakespeare’s fierce, energetic comedy of couple as they fall in love, despite the barriers gender and materialism on its head to offer a that finally bring about the story’s tragic end. fresh perspective on its portrayal of hierarchy and power.

7PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A 7.15PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A

TAKE THAT GREATEST HITS LIVE SAT 8 JUN

It’s official - Take That are bringing their 2019 Greatest Hits tour to cinemas for one night only, LIVE from Cardiff’s Principality Stadium! Marking their 30th anniversary year, the boys are gearing up for their biggest show yet, filled with fan favourites spanning three decades. With previous tours featuring walls of water, enormous holograms, a massive mechanical elephant and a carousel of dancers and band members suspended in the air, we simply can’t wait to see what Gary, Mark and Howard come up with for this highly anticipated anniversary show. Get ready for the biggest cinema party of the year!

8PM | £17 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A

13 JUNE

EDDI READER SUN 16 JUN

Brought into the limelight with the warmly remembered Fairground Attraction, Eddi Reader has developed into a renowned singer, songwriter and musician. Eddi joins us at The Brewhouse on her new tour following the release of her latest studio album Cavalier.

Eddi grew up in the west of Scotland (Glasgow and Irvine) and it was in those towns that she learned to use music as a vehicle for communicating with others through busking and performing at the local folk clubs. In the early 1980s, Eddi travelled around Europe with circus and performance artists before moving to London where she quickly became a sought-after session vocalist. Joining Fairground Attraction brought her to the attention of a much wider audience (their single Perfect debuted at No.1).

However, it has been Eddi’s subsequent solo albums that have cemented her image as a powerful figure in British music - she is the winner of three BRIT awards. What sets Eddi apart is the depth and quality of the emotional performance and ability not only to move the listener, but also to connect her experience to that of her audience.

With her captivating and powerful performance, she has become one of popular music’s most thrilling and affecting performers - an ideal present for Dads across the county on Father’s Day.

7.30PM | £26 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

ROYAL BALLET ENCORE: MAYERLING

14 JUNE

MERCURY QUEEN FRI 21 JUN

Celebrating two decades on the road, join Mercury as they head out for their 20th Anniversary Tour - one of the world’s most authentic tributes to the icon that is Freddie Mercury and the legendary Queen. This dynamic theatre production fully emulates the true charismatic appeal of rock’s most flamboyant frontman, faithfully and accurately recreating the distinctive Queen experience. The extraordinary vocal range and outstanding delivery of Joseph Lee Jackson as Freddie Mercury and the intricate guitar work of Glenn Scrimshaw as Brian May are backed by superbly crafted harmonies, a driving rhythm section and state-of-the-art production.

7.30PM | £23/£21 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

THE TIGER LILLIES - DEVIL’S FAIRGROUND SAT 22 JUN

The Grammy nominated Godfathers of alternative cabaret return with a very special show celebrating their 30th anniversary. The world of The Tiger Lillies is dark and hilarious with moments of immense beauty. In this new show they take you on a trip to the Devil’s Fairground - temptation and sin await! The Tiger Lillies remain one of the most unique, provocative and genre-defying bands of all time, winning an Olivier award for their hit West End musical Shockheaded Peter. “The execution is impeccable throughout. Phenomenal.’ The Guardian

8PM | £21 | MUSIC | 14+

15 JUNE

THE LADYBOYS OF BANGKOK: AMY: A TRIBUTE TO THE GREATEST SHOWGIRLS TOUR AMY WINEHOUSE MON 24 JUN THU 27 JUN

Cheekier, funnier and as spectacular as ever, this Widely regarded as the UK’s most authentic amazing show has been touring in the UK for tribute to the late singer-songwriter Amy 21 years since it was created for the world- Winehouse, AMY lovingly recreate the live shows famous Edinburgh Festival. A cabaret like no that cemented Amy Winehouse as a true British other cabaret, featuring 16 of the world’s most icon. Fronted by the talented Stacey Lou and beautiful and stunning showgirls…who just featuring an 8-piece band, AMY rejuvenate the happen to be men. soulful voice of Amy Winehouse in an emotionally charged performance.

7.30PM | £25/£23 | MUSIC/COMEDY | 16+ 7.30PM | £20 | MUSIC | 16+

NT LIVE: SMALL ISLAND PURPLE ZEPPELIN FRI 28 JUN SAT 29 JUN Small Island, directed by Rufus Norris, vividly Purple Zeppelin are four talented and versatile brings Andrea Levy’s epic novel to life on-stage. musicians with decades of playing between Told by a cast of 40, the filmed live screening them. In a “full on” show, you’ll hear more tells a story which journeys from Jamaica to than 30 classic songs – a theatrical insight Britain through the second World War to 1948, into these two giants of rock, complete with the year the HMT Empire Windrush docked at special effects, onstage ‘artistic differences’ and Tilbury. Filmed live in front of an audience. audience participation!

7PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A 7.30PM | £23/£21 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

16 GLYNDEBOURNE SUMMER SERIES

GLYNDEBOURNE SERIES This year The Brewhouse is pleased to be presenting a trio of cinema screenings: - Cinderella - Live - Barber of Seville (recorded in 2016) and - The Magic Flute (live)

All Screenings 5:30PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A * MULTI-BUY OFFER: Buy 2 Glyndebourne screenings in the same transaction and each ticket price is reduced to £17. Buy 3 Glyndebourne screenings in the same transaction and each ticket price is reduced to £15.

GLYNDEBOURNE: CINDERELLA - LIVE SUN 30 JUN A brand-new production directed by critically- acclaimed actor and director Fiona Shaw (Harry Potter, Killing Eve), the classic Cinderella story is told with composer Massenet’s sensuous and lavish score. Glyndebourne favourite and international star Danielle de Niese plays the titular role in this enchanting fairytale.

GLYNDEBOURNE: THE BARBER OF SEVILLE (RECORDED 2016) SUN 14 JUL Mischief and mayhem run riot in Rossini’s most popular comedy. Figaro, the renowned Barber of Seville, has a cunning that knows no bounds. But will he rescue the beautiful Rosina from her lecherous guardian Dr Bartolo and restore her into the arms of Count Almavira? This comic battle of wills, directed by Annable Arden in this stylish production, is the perfect marriage of wit, energy and exhilarating musical invention.

GLYNDEBOURNE: THE MAGIC FLUTE - LIVE SUN 4 AUG Prince Tamino is on a quest: to rescue the beautiful Pamina, daughter of the Queen of the Night, who has been kidnapped by her father Sarastro. Tamino engages the help of bird-catcher Papageno, but will he prevail and gain Pamina as his wife? True love conquers all in in Mozart’s final operatic masterpiece that pits the forces of darkness against truth, goodness and light. Directed by Barbe and Doucet.

17 JULY

SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE ON TOUR Shakespeare’s Globe on Tour present a trio of plays exploring the themes of refuge and displacement. The plays are performed as a touring production would have been staged in the 17th century, with a stripped back booth stage, and a small, versatile troupe of actors. Taking on multiple roles across all three plays, the talented cast will unravel these timeless tales of those who have crossed seas and lost their families, are seeking lost homes, and finding out what belonging truly means to them.

The Comedy of Errors Pericles MON 1 JUL TUE 2 JUL

Take one pair of estranged twin brothers The spirit of fairy tale is never far from (both named Antipholus) and one pair the surface of Pericles, the first of of estranged twin servants (both named Shakespeare’s late romances. Imbued with Dromio), both pairs separated at sea. Add a music, miracles, and the constant presence dash of mistaken identity and throw them of the sea, this little-seen work sees into a city with a reputation for sorcery, Pericles, Prince of Tyre, forced to flee his and you have all the ingredients for own kingdom and wander the world. theatrical chaos…

7.30PM | £20/£18 | DRAMA | ALL AGES 2PM | £20/£18 | DRAMA | ALL AGES

18 JULY SHAKESPEARE’S GLOBE ON TOUR

Twelfth Night TUE 2 JUL

In the household of the Countess Olivia, two campaigns are being quietly waged – one by the lovesick Duke Orsino against the heart of the indifferent Olivia; the other by an alliance of servants and hangers-on against the highhandedness of her steward, the pompous Malvolio. When Orsino engages the ship-wrecked, cross-dressed Viola to plead with Olivia on his behalf, a bittersweet chain of events follows. Filled with a cast of unforgettable characters, Twelfth Night combines cruelty with high comedy and the pangs of unrequited love with some of the subtlest poetry and most exquisite songs Shakespeare ever wrote.

7.30PM | £20/£18 | DRAMA | ALL AGES

19 JULY

DUTCH SWING COLLEGE BAND: 2019 ROYAL TOUR SUN 7 JUL

The Brewhouse welcomes back the Dutch Swing College Band. Founded in 1945, when jazz music was banned in the Netherlands. They practised secretly, copied illegal radio broadcasts and on Liberation Day, May 5th 1945, the Orchestra of the Dutch Swing College had its first public performance. Their members gave lectures, organised jazz meetings and started to teach jazz music. In 1960, with their name changed to the Dutch Swing College Band®, they became professional and soon led the field of traditional jazz in the Netherlands. Having won innumerable prizes and recorded an incredible 100 albums, they still perform worldwide to this day.

6.30PM | £19 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

CLASSICAL CONCERT SERIES: FIDELIO TRIO WED 17 JUL

The Fidelio Trio - Darragh Morgan (violin), Adi Tal (cello) and Mary Dullea (piano) - are enthusiastic champions of the piano trio genre, performing the widest possible range of repertoire on concert stages across the world; they are broadcast regularly on UK and European radio and featured on Sky Arts documentaries. At The Brewhouse they will be performing:

- Beethoven: Piano Trio Op.70 No.1 in D “Ghost” - Ravel: Piano Trio in A Minor - Schubert: Piano Trio in B flat D898

7.30PM | £17 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

20 JULY

AN EVENING WITH AGGERS THU 18 JUL

Join Jonathan Agnew in his solo show as he takes us on a trip down memory lane, recounting tales from a wonderful and entertaining career on the field and in the box, with film footage, audio clips and photographs on our big screen. Evenings With Aggers are always fun, fiery and full of surprises! They are fascinating, hilarious, no-holds-barred evenings for cricket fans and non-lovers of the game alike and there will be an opportunity for the audience to tweet Aggers with their own questions.

7.30PM | £23/£20 | TALK | 16+

THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS FLAMENCO FIESTA FRI 19 JUL SAT 20 JUL The Chicago Blues Brothers is a joyous hoot, The perfect evening of flamenco music, a juiced-up jamboree of the coolest, funkiest dance and Spanish cuisine. Professional soul, blues and Motown hits performed with dancer Aneta Skut, musicians and students of style. Backed by the multi award winning CBB her Brewhouse classes will sweep you along Band and the incredible Sweet Soul Sisters, a with their display of flamenco. During the new stage set and state of the art projection break enjoy delicious fresh tapas (created – this is one show you can’t afford to miss by Brazier). this summer. There is also a workshop beforehand to give yourself a taste of flamenco.

7.30PM | £25/£16 | MUSIC | ALL AGES 6.30PM | £26 | DANCE/MUSIC | ALL AGES

21 JULY

NT LIVE: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE THU 25 JUL PRESENTS TASSELS FRI 26 JUL Sam Mendes directs Simon Russell Beale, Adam Godley and Ben Miles in this Leave your inhibitions at the door in this exploration of the progress and pitfalls of dazzling new professional production and capitalism leading up to the 2008 financial prepare to experience the UK’s biggest crisis. The trilogy follows three generations, burlesque extravaganza. With a bevy of from the first Lehman who emigrated to beautiful burlesque stars, speciality variety the USA to the fall of the Lehman Brothers artists and fabulous costumes, naughty has empire. Nominated for five Olivier Awards never been so nice! Over 18s only including Best New Play and Best Actor.

7PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A 8PM | £21 | MUSIC/DANCE | 18+

ANDRÉ RIEU 2019 MAASTRICHT RSC LIVE: MEASURE FOR MEASURE CONCERT: SHALL WE DANCE? WED 31 JUL SAT 27 & SUN 28 JUL “To whom should I complain?” When a young Accompanied by his 60 piece Johann Strauss novice nun is compromised by a corrupt official, Orchestra and a cast of over 100 dancers, she has no idea where to turn for help. When André Rieu invites you to join him in the she threatens to expose him, he tells her that comfort of your local cinema, as he performs no one would believe her. Shakespeare wrote live from the stunning medieval town square of this play in the early 1600s, yet it remains Maastrich. The concert will also take audiences astonishingly resonant today. behind the scenes, as well as an exclusive stage- side interview with André.

TIMES VARY | £19/£16 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A 7PM | £19/£17/£11 | EVENT CINEMA | 12A

22 AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE PRESENTS TASSELS

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23 AUGUST

ELMER - THE PATCHWORK ELEPHANT FRI 2 AUG

Join us to celebrate the 30th Anniversary year of David MacKee’s timeless children’s classic Elmer The Patchwork Elephant. Elmer has enchanted generations of readers with his adventures – 27 book titles have been created since 1989, selling over 5 million copies in 40 languages around the world.

Elmer is an elephant who has a colourful body, with yellow, orange, red, pink, purple, blue, green, black and white arranged as a patchwork. He has a cheerful and optimistic personality, and he loves practical jokes. The stories are suitable for early exploration of the themes and issues relating to the concept of diversity, as Elmer discovers that when he tries to change his appearance in order to ‘blend in’ with the other elephants. But when his friends no longer recognise him, Elmer experiences how it feels to be treated like an outcast. It’s only when Elmer’s ‘true colours’ are revealed, his friends reassure him they love him because of his unique appearance and personality.

Elmer the Patchwork Elephant is a celebration of individuality and laughter brought to life with gorgeous puppets and catchy songs. This well-loved classic takes us to the jungle, where all the elephants are grey, apart from Elmer – who is a patchwork of beautiful colours.

12NOON & 2PM | £12/ GROUPS OF 6+ £10 PER TICKET | FAMILY | 3+

24 JETHRO: THE COUNT THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN OF CORNWALL SAT 10 AUG THU 8 AUG Adored by fans across the globe, Bruce Jethro is loved by many for his hilarious country Springsteen is one of the biggest artists in music style and seen as one of the greatest comedy history. ‘THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN’ were story tellers that ever lived. This show has old formed out of a passion for ‘THE BOSS’ and favourites and new tales told in a way only a they cannot wait to perform “Born in the USA”. count could. What a silly count he is! “Dancing in the Dark”. “Born to Run” and many more Springsteen classics for you. Third date added due to public demand.

7.30PM | £21 | COMEDY | 15+ 7.30PM | £24 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

MARK ANTHONY AS PRINCE BELIEVE - THE CHER SONGBOOK SAT 24 AUG SAT 31 AUG

Mark Anthony and his band are the closest Join us to turn back time and celebrate the you’ll get to the real Prince and The Revolution! Goddess of Pop with a sensational show Mark made history by being the first recreating all the hits, the hair and the costumes impersonator/tribute artist to appear on ‘Top from her breath-taking career spanning six of The Pops’. This show celebrates the life and decades. Experience the ultimate tribute to legacy of Prince as they perform the greatest Cher with dazzling costumes and outstanding hits of one of the world’s finest musicians. musicianship in a spectacular production that relives the Cher songbook.

7.30PM | £23 | MUSIC | ALL AGES 7.30PM | £23 | MUSIC | ALL AGES

25 EXHIBITIONS

WITHOUT COMPROMISE IV: JACK TIERNEY THE DANCING PLAGUE SAT 11 MAY TO SAT 29 JUN The Brewhouse presents the fourth exhibition in the series WITHOUT COMPROMISE that focuses on emerging artists. Jack Tierney is one of the paintsmiths responsible for our “Perchance to Dream” striking wall mural. This exhibition focuses on The Dancing Plague, which was a phenomenon that occurred in Strasbourg in July 1518. A lady started dancing in the street. A few days later, hundreds of people took to dancing for days without rest and, over the period of about one month, some of those affected collapsed or even died. There are many interesting theories regarding why it happened. The paintings will sit between the figurative and the abstract, focusing on dance movement to tell the story of the dancing plague.

TAUNTON LIVE: IMAGINATION SARA DUDMAN RWA ARTIST MON 8 TO SAT 27 JUL & EDUCATOR SAT 3 TO SAT 31 AUG This exhibition presents artworks by local groups who support young people and adults Sara’s works express her deep curiosity about living with special needs. Art gives them a means the relationships people form with different of expression and a channel to communicate landscapes and environments. Living and with the wider world. It forms part of the Go working in rural Somerset, she has a respectful Create & Taunton Live “Art & Yarnbombing Trail” understanding of rural communities and places. to be discovered throughout Taunton during July Sara leads regular classes at The Brewhouse and and August this exhibition includes students’ work created at The Brewhouse.

26 COMMUNITY GROUPS & EXTERNAL PROMOTERS

TAOS PRESENT CATS TUE 30 APR TO SUN 5 MAY

Following their acclaimed production of Oliver in 2018, TAOS are back with another show full of life and colour. Based on T.S.Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, the show is set amongst a larger-than-life junkyard, alive with feline characters full of personality. The cats come out to play on one special night of the year, when one by one they tell their stories to wise Old Deuternonomy, who must choose one of them to ascend to The Heaviside Layer and be reborn into a whole new life. TIMES VARY | FROM £15 | MUSICAL | ALL AGES

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HOW TO BUY: ACCESSIBILITY: Online: www.thebrewhouse.net We have a hearing loop installed in our main In Person at our box office during opening hours. auditorium. There are three wheelchair spaces in our main Taunton Visitors Centre auditorium, accessed from the ground floor, with Market House | Taunton | TA1 1JD carers seats directly behind. 01823 34070 We request wheelchair users to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the performance time in order to allow time to arrange seating. HOW TO FIND US: For any additional mobility or access issues please do We are situated in the heart of Taunton contact us in advance and we will do our best alongside the River Tone. to assist.

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MAY HALF-TERM AUGUST 25 A Commotion in the Ocean 2 Elmer - The Patchwork Elephant 28 Play-in-a-day with Wassail Theatre Company 4 Glyndebourne: The Magic Flute - Live 29 Cardboard Krakan 8 Jethro: The Count of Cornwall 1 June The Greatest Showman Sing-A-long 10 The Sound of Springsteen 24 Mark Anthony as Prince JUNE 31 Believe - The Cher Songbook 4 Exhibition on Screen: Van Gogh & Japan 4 Painting Van Gogh Workshop EXHIBITIONS 5 RSC Live: The Taming of the Shrew 11 May - 29 Jun Without Compromise IV: Jack Tierney 8 Take That Greatest Hits Live 8 - 27 Jul Taunton Live: Imagination 11 Royal Ballet Live: Romeo & Juliet 3 - 31 Aug Sara Dudman RWA Artist & Educator 16 Eddi Reader 21 Mercury Queen COMMUNITY GROUPS & 22 The Tiger Lillies - Devil’s Fairground EXTERNAL PROMOTERS 24 The Ladyboys of Bangkok 30 Apr - 5 May TAOS present Cats 27 Amy: A Tribute to Amy Winehouse 28 NT Live: Small Island 29 Purple Zeppelin 30 Glyndebourne: Cinderella - Live

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