As part of its continuing season of fundraising events, ACT (Arts and Community in Thornbury) joins the Thornbury Arts Festival Fringe to present an evening of poetry, presented by two distinguished and entertaining Gloucestershire poets. The evening, entitled Floods and Forward, recalls in poetry the disastrous floods which affected so much of Gloucestershire in July 2007. Brenda Read-Brown, a published poet and creative writing teacher, who has a wealth of experience in taking poetry to the community in libraries, prisons and hospitals, visited emergency services, local heroes and ordinary people caught up in the crisis to hear their accounts of that extraordinary time. Some of the stories of outstanding courage and community camaraderie were celebrated in ten poems which were broadcast on Radio Gloucester and read at Cheltenham Literature Festival.

Performing alongside Brenda will be Gloucestershire’s own Poet Laureate, Peter Wyton who is a widely published and prizewinning poet. He was a finalist in BBC Radio 4’s Radio Slam and is also known as the Bin Bag Bard from his practice of asking audiences to put items in a binbag which he takes out to inspire impromptu poems! Both poets are also members of the Football Poets. After the interval, in which pints and pasties make an appearance. Brenda and Peter invite the audience to enjoy the lively experience of the fun and frivolity of performance poetry - which may or may not include a binbag or The Ballad of Beckham’s Toe! Tickets (£7.50/£6.50 for FACTS) will be on sale from April 21 from The Garden Shop in Thornbury or by ringing Jackie Jackson on 01454 416421. Pasties are included in the price but not the pints!

A great night out – lots of laughs and a hot Indian buffet meal all included in the price.
To find out more about what is going on at Eastwood Park please call 01454 260207.

Sounds of yesteryear and laughter will emanate from the Armstrong Hall when the Thornbury Musical Theatre Group perform an ‘OLDE TYME MUSIC HALL’, its second production in this, the group’s 40th anniversary year.

Not having done a Music Hall for many years, this will surely be popular, appealing to mixed age groups, whether it be a trip down memory lane for the older generation, or an insight into times gone by for the younger generation. Apart from songs and dances, there will be specialist acts including a magician, human ventriloquism, monologues and a melodrama, all providing great entertainment throughout the energetic and enjoyable evening. So brace yourself for a myriad of magical, marvellous, melodious moments at this evening of merriment which will have your feet tapping and your shoulders swaying, whilst tittering to the tremendous tomfoolery and terrific theatrical performances which we have in store for your delight. Sing along to the sounds of “On Mother Kelly’s Doorstep”, “Down at the Old Bull and Bush”, “You made me love you” and much, much more.

As a special addition, on opening night only, our patron, Chris Harris, the downright delightful, dynamic and legendary pantomime Dame at Bath Theatre Royal, will be performing alongside us - not to be missed!

Those wishing to dress in a style of that era will be welcomed, although this is not necessary.

Performances start at 7.30 pm and tickets, which are £7.50 on raised seating and £7 on level seating, will be on sale at Thornbury Town Hall from 12th May, or by calling 01454 853947. Alternatively, e-mail us using the link below. There will be a reduction of 50p per ticket for children under 16 and OAPs. It is advisable to book tickets in advance to ensure you are not disappointed; tickets will be on sale at the door on the night also.

So come one, come all to the Olde Tyme Music Hall and help join in the celebrations of this, our 40th anniversary year.
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Sounds of yesteryear and laughter will emanate from the Armstrong Hall when the Thornbury Musical Theatre Group perform an ‘OLDE TYME MUSIC HALL’, its second production in this, the group’s 40th anniversary year.

Not having done a Music Hall for many years, this will surely be popular, appealing to mixed age groups, whether it be a trip down memory lane for the older generation, or an insight into times gone by for the younger generation. Apart from songs and dances, there will be specialist acts including a magician, human ventriloquism, monologues and a melodrama, all providing great entertainment throughout the energetic and enjoyable evening. So brace yourself for a myriad of magical, marvellous, melodious moments at this evening of merriment which will have your feet tapping and your shoulders swaying, whilst tittering to the tremendous tomfoolery and terrific theatrical performances which we have in store for your delight. Sing along to the sounds of “On Mother Kelly’s Doorstep”, “Down at the Old Bull and Bush”, “You made me love you” and much, much more.

As a special addition, on opening night only, our patron, Chris Harris, the downright delightful, dynamic and legendary pantomime Dame at Bath Theatre Royal, will be performing alongside us - not to be missed!

Those wishing to dress in a style of that era will be welcomed, although this is not necessary.

Performances start at 7.30 pm and tickets, which are £7.50 on raised seating and £7 on level seating, will be on sale at Thornbury Town Hall from 12th May, or by calling 01454 853947. Alternatively, e-mail us using the link below. There will be a reduction of 50p per ticket for children under 16 and OAPs. It is advisable to book tickets in advance to ensure you are not disappointed; tickets will be on sale at the door on the night also.

So come one, come all to the Olde Tyme Music Hall and help join in the celebrations of this, our 40th anniversary year.
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Sounds of yesteryear and laughter will emanate from the Armstrong Hall when the Thornbury Musical Theatre Group perform an ‘OLDE TYME MUSIC HALL’, its second production in this, the group’s 40th anniversary year.

Not having done a Music Hall for many years, this will surely be popular, appealing to mixed age groups, whether it be a trip down memory lane for the older generation, or an insight into times gone by for the younger generation. Apart from songs and dances, there will be specialist acts including a magician, human ventriloquism, monologues and a melodrama, all providing great entertainment throughout the energetic and enjoyable evening. So brace yourself for a myriad of magical, marvellous, melodious moments at this evening of merriment which will have your feet tapping and your shoulders swaying, whilst tittering to the tremendous tomfoolery and terrific theatrical performances which we have in store for your delight. Sing along to the sounds of “On Mother Kelly’s Doorstep”, “Down at the Old Bull and Bush”, “You made me love you” and much, much more.

As a special addition, on opening night only, our patron, Chris Harris, the downright delightful, dynamic and legendary pantomime Dame at Bath Theatre Royal, will be performing alongside us - not to be missed!

Those wishing to dress in a style of that era will be welcomed, although this is not necessary.

Performances start at 7.30 pm and tickets, which are £7.50 on raised seating and £7 on level seating, will be on sale at Thornbury Town Hall from 12th May, or by calling 01454 853947. Alternatively, e-mail us using the link below. There will be a reduction of 50p per ticket for children under 16 and OAPs. It is advisable to book tickets in advance to ensure you are not disappointed; tickets will be on sale at the door on the night also.

So come one, come all to the Olde Tyme Music Hall and help join in the celebrations of this, our 40th anniversary year.
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It's aspiring artist, Brindsley Miller's, big night. An opportunity to impress both a renowned, millionaire patron of the arts and his fiancée Carol's formidable, military father! As a result he is inspired to "borrow" his absent neighbour's elegant furniture. The scene is set. But the evening rapidly degenerates into chaos when a fuse blows plunging everyone into darkness. As a series of unexpected guests arrive and Brindley's past returns to haunt him it becomes clear that, above all else, order must be restored before the lights are.
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We would like to extend to you a special invite to join us for a unique and exciting one-off experience at our Caedmon Complex.

We would like to invite you to join us for one of the presentations at either 10.30am or 2.30pm where we have lined up some very special performances and quite a few surprises! This is a vital and crucial time in our history and we would really value your friendship and support by your attendance if at all possible. Please email below to confirm your attendance. We do hope you are able to join us at our special open day.
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For the 3rd consecutive year, Thornbury Castle Hotel and Heartbreak Productions invite you to witness the spectacular open air performance of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. For those wishing to book, a pre-theatre supper will be served in one of our dining rooms and light refreshments available during the interval.

Performance tickets priced at £16 per person (adults) and £12 per person (concessions). Please contact the hotel directly for further details.
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For the 3rd consecutive year, Thornbury Castle Hotel and Heartbreak Productions invite you to witness the spectacular open air performance of Shakespeare's Henry V. For those wishing to book, a pre-theatre supper will be served in one of our dining rooms and light refreshments available during the interval.

Performance tickets priced at £16 per person (adults) and £12 per person (concessions). Please contact the hotel directly for further details.
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This week-long training course offers professional training from the Luv Esther cast and other ngm tutors as well as a chance to perform songs from Luv Esther. As well as arts training, Luv Esther Summer School also gives you a chance to be part of a passionate and creative community and develop your relationship with God through a dynamic mix of worship, teaching from the Bible and personal times with God. The week will end with an opportunity to perform what you've learnt to family and friends. Age 14-18 years.
For more information on any of the ngm's training courses, please visit the ngm website, email, or call 01454 414880.
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Singing, Games, Crafts, DJ + MC, Dance. 7-11yrs. £12 or £5 per day. For more information on any of our Inspire events please email or call 01454 414 880.
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This is a unique oppportunity to develop as a musician at ngm's purpose built £3million missions and arts complex. You will have a chance to learn skills and techniques and develop as an artist with training from ngm's artists and tutors. As with Luv Esther Summer School, Amplified also gives you a chance to be part of a passionate and creative community and develop your relationship with God through a dynamic mix of worship, teaching from the Bible and personal times with God. The week will end with an opportunity to perform what you've learnt to family and friends. Age 14-18 years.
For more information on any of the ngm's training courses, please visit the ngm website, email, or call 01454 414880.
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