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Compass Theatre, Winston Churchill Theatre and Manor Farm Heritage

April to August 2015

Great Value, Local Entertainment

Hillingdon Theatres

There’s always plenty going on...360 Youth Theatre (see opposite page)

Arts and CraftsThe bar at Compass and Cow Byre at Manor Farm both exhibit local art. Manor Farm’s Cart Sheds on Bury Street are home to various arts and craftspeople, creating and selling their wares.

Compass ClubSupport Hillingdon’s Theatres and save money on tickets and meals.

Compass KidsSaturday morning drama club for 4 to 7 year olds.

Compass WardrobeOver 3,000 items to hire, every term-time Wednesday 8pm to 10pm.

HeritageManor Farm visitors’ centre is in the 16th Century Manor Farm House, open April to October.

MarketsDuckpond markets at Manor Farm, twice a month on Sundays and the Ruislip Country Market, Fridays in the Community Hut, St Martin’s car park.

PRSSVTabla and Kathak dance classes for children. Contact: 020 8574 1202

SrishtiBharatanatyam dance and Karnatic vocal classes for children. Contact: 020 8420 1076

Stars at KnightSaturday drama classes for 7 to 14 year olds. Contact: 020 8841 8940

Talking PicturesPromotional, dramatised and music video productions. Contact: 0845 6031474

Tappy ToesTuesday morning dance class for young children. Contact: 0776 511 4444

Tea DancesMonthly dances for all abilities in the Winston Churchill Hall. No partner required, £3 on the door.

Workers Educational AssociationA range of great value week-day courses for adults.

For more information contact 01895 673200 www.compasstheatre.co.uk

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A selection of the best upcoming comedians working the British circuit are performing each month in the Bar at Compass Theatre – all with the express intention of providing great value entertainment on a Sunday evening.

Friends of Ickenham Hall presents

Comedy CompassSunday 12 April, 10 May, 14 June and 12 July, 8pm

Stage Talent AcademyVarious classes through the week

360 Youth Theatre

Aged 12 to 20? Interested in performing arts?

Classes for children aged 4 + in Performing Arts: Drama, Singing, Dance, Piano, Ukulele and Holiday Activities. Courses are lead by passionate teachers with many years of experience in the West End, TV and renowned theatre appearances.

360 offer a variety of workshops in drama, film and singing at Compass Theatre. There are opportunities to take part in productions and showcases each term and anyone between 12 and 20, living in (or going to school in) Hillingdon, can join.

To see the line up go to facebook.com/comedycompass

Tickets £4 in advance, £5 on the door

Places from £3.50 ONLY via 020 3012 0134 or www.stagetalent.co.uk

Fees £20 a term or £50 a yearwith the first 3 sessions free!Contact Matt Bateman: 01895 465572

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Talking about his book Rivers of London, author Ben Aaronovitch will be interviewed by a local competition-winning student, scenes from his book will be acted out in a special Punch and Judy show, and there will be opportunity for book signing.

The first local society allowed, after many years, to present the original version of this well-loved show. Kipps inherits a fortune, enters high society, but loses the girl he loves, in a show with great songs and dances.

For World Book Night, Hillingdon Libraries presents

Ben Aaronovitch: Rivers of LondonThursday 23 April, 7.30pm

WOS presents the original version of

Half a SixpenceWednesday 22 to Saturday 25 April, Wed-Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm and 7.30pm

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The classic tale brought to life by the company who produce the magical Compass Pantomime. Young Dorothy finds herself whisked somewhere Over the Rainbow to the magical Munchkin Land. Follow her journey along The Yellow Brick Road through the Merry Old Land of Oz.

London Borough of Hillingdon and DK proDuKtions present

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz8 to 12 April; Wed 7pm, Thu-Fri 3.30pm / 7pm, Sat 1.30pm / 5pm, Sun 1.30pm

www.hillingdon.gov.uk/cityreadTickets free from any Hillingdon Library

Tickets £14.50 / £10 Under 16s Compass Club £1 off, Family of 4 £40, Groups £10

Tickets: Thu-Sat £14, £12 concs, £9 under 16s. Tickets: Wed £12, £9 under-16s. ONLY via wosproductions.ticketsource.co.uk (no fee) or 0333 6663366 (£1.50 per booking includes postage)

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The hit musical, full of laughter, romance and great songs. It’s 1962 and teenager Tracy longs to dance on the Corny Collins Show. But can she beat the odds, find love, and fight for racial integration? For a big hearted girl, anything is possible.

Encore Theatre Company presents

HairsprayWednesday 6 to Saturday 9 May, Wed-Fri 7.45pm, Sat 3pm and 7.45pm

Newlyweds Robert and Olivia are settled by the fire at their hotel in the Lake District when a hiker arrives seeking shelter from the snow. But all is not what it seems and who can really be trusted? A wicked cocktail of suspense and atmosphere is guaranteed in this wonderfully gripping thriller.

Ruislip Dramatic Society presents James Cawood’s

Stone Cold Murder Wednesday 13 to Saturday 16 May, 7.45pm

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A day of Frozen activity starts with a musical workshop for ages 5 to 10, in the studio, followed by two screenings of the sing-a-long version of the film, complete with a live warm-up with our friendly host. The perfect treat for Frozen fans of all ages!

London Borough of Hillingdon and DK proDuKtions present

Frozen: Workshop / Sing Along ScreeningsSunday 26 April, Workshop 10.30am, Film Screenings at 12pm and 3.30pm

Tickets £12 / £11 concs Wed & ThuAlso available from 07856 246517

Workshop £5Film £11

Tickets £14, £12 concs, £11 Compass ClubAlso available from www.encoretheatre.uk

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Benedick and Beatrice can’t stand each other, little realising that their friends are out to prove it’s exactly the opposite! This is a unique adaptation of one of Shakespeare’s classic comedies, set against the backdrop of 1980s Yorkshire during the miners’ strikes.

Purple Theatre Company presents

Much Ado About NowtWednesday 20 to Saturday 23 May, 7.30pm

Argosy returns with a magical production of this timeless classic. Join Peter, Susan, Edmond and Lucy as they enter the frozen world of Narnia. Can they help Aslan to defeat the White Queen?

Argosy Players presents

The Lion, the Witch and the WardrobeThursday 21 to Saturday 23 May, 7.30pm and Saturday 2.30pm

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The stars stars of LDN Wrestling are coming for a night of action-packed drama.With top names including British Heavyweight Champion, the popular Alan Lee Travis, Pirate Paul Malen, The Masked Man of Mystery, The Dark Lord and many more.

LDN Wrestling presents

The Stars of LDN Wrestling - Live!Tuesday 26 May, 7.30pm

Tickets £15 / £12 concs / £44 Family of Four

Tickets £13 / £11 concs / Groups of 10+ £10 each

Tickets £12.50 / £10 concs / £10 Compass Club MembersAlso available from 0845 838 9058

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Come and feel the love for this beloved classic film! A coming-of-age adventure as Simba, the lion cub (who just can’t wait to be king), searches for his destiny in the great Circle of Life. Breathtaking animation, unforgettable and timeless story.

London Borough of Hillingdon presents

Disney’s The Lion KingWednesday 27 May, 11am

Cinema had given us some really great epic songs and in this show Showcase will be singing and dancing their way through a selection of the best.

Showcase presents

The Magic of the MoviesThursday 4 to Saturday 6 June, Thu-Fri 7.30pm, Sat 6pm

Bob Drury returns with his new one-man show celebrating the genius of Neil Diamond. In the first half, Neil’s iconic songs are presented in stripped-down, unplugged style. The second half picks up the pace with a barrage of blockbuster hits.

Bob Drury presents

A Solitary Man - The Songs of Neil DiamondThursday 4 June, 7.30pm

Tickets £14 / £12 groups of 10+ / £12 Compass Club Members

Tickets £5 / £3 Compass Club Members

Tickets £14 / £12 concs ONLY via 020 8572 0475 / 07917 381835

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A chance to explore the story behind one of Ickenham’s historic houses. Tour the Grade II listed Ickenham Hall, see the progress of its restoration and hear its interesting story from Saxon times to present day. Refreshments available.

Friends of Ickenham Hall presents

Ickenham Hall Open DaySaturday 6 June, 12pm to 5pm

Drama critic Mortimer Brewster tackles his two spinster aunts – who murder lonley old men with homemade eldeberry wine laced with arsenic, strychnine and ‘just a pinch’ of cyanide – and the New York police, as he debates whether or not to marry the woman he loves.

Proscenium presents

Arsenic and Old LaceWednesday 10 to Saturday 13 June, 7.45pm

This classic Broadway revue is a fantastic, highly energetic compilation show, using the songs of Leiber and Stoller including Jailhouse Rock, Stand by Me, Pearl’s a Singer, Hound Dog, I Who Have Nothing and more.

Starlight presents the songs of Leiber and Stoller in

Smokey Joe’s CafeThursday 11 to Saturday 13 June, Thu-Fri 7.45pm, Sat 2.30pm and 7.45pm

Tickets £14 / £10 concsONLY via starlightytc.ticketsource.co.uk or 020 8572 0475 or

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Another Hayes-ey summer carnival in Barra Hall Park. Come and share in the festivities starting with the parade at midday, the fun fair plus loads of acts and events for and from the community.

Join your favourite Dr Seuss characters - The Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and Jojo in a magical, musical adventure that celebrates diversity, friendship and loyalty. Places available for performers aged 8 to 18.


Hayes Carnival 2015Saturday 11 July; parade from 12.30pm, park events from 1.30pm

ROS StageWorks Summer School presents

Seussical Jr.Saturday 1 August, 2.30pm and 5pm

Tickets £6 / £3 under 16s rosswsummerschool.org

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Five days of rehearsing songs, scenes and dance routines, ending with a final show on stage, including numbers from; Billy Elliot, Cats, Wicked, Matilda, Gypsy and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

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The Stage Is Yours 2015Monday 10 to Friday 14 August, 10am to 4pm plus final show Friday at 3pm

For ages 7 to 14.Places £95 for 5 day workshop Tickets to watch final show £5

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Manor Farm’s annual Medeval Festival returns to celebrate the site’s heritage, complete with hog roast, Jousting and plenty of fun for all the family.


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Snow WhiteThursday 10 December 2015 to Sunday 3 January 2016

Once upon a time a young girl was sent into a dark, scary forest by her evil step-mother. Help comes to her in the form of seven funny friends who help her find her prince! Family fun with enchanting characters, songs and animated scenery.

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Tickets £15 / £11 under 16s plus Family Ticket £44 at off-peak shows.

Entry FREE www.hillingdon.gov.uk/medfest

Compass Kidz come to Compass Theatre on Saturday mornings for regular, fun drama sessions based around theatrical games teaching drama, movement, voice exercises and mime. For children aged from 4 to 7 years old.

London Borough of Hillingdon presentsSaturdays in term-time, 10.30am

Places £4 in advance or £5 on the day.

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Information Providing great value, local entertainment across two sites, the Compass Theatre in Ickenham and Manor Farm in Ruislip – both offering community arts spaces for the residents of Hillingdon.

Tickets via Hillingdon Box OfficeTickets for most events listed (unless otherwise state) can be booked online at:

www.compasstheatre.co.uk at a cost of £1.25 per booking (not per ticket) You can also book over the telephone on:

01895 673200

or in person at Compass Theatre. Check website for opening times. Phone or over-the-counter bookings cost £1.75 (per transaction, not per ticket) unless paid with cash or by a Compass Club member.

AccessCompass Theatre is wheelchair accessible, has space for two wheelchairs in the auditorium and three parking bays for blue badge

holders. Winston Churchill Theatre is wheelchair accessible, has space for 4 wheelchairs in the auditorium and 5 parking bays for blue badge holders.

Compass Theatre including Hillingdon Box Office Glebe Avenue IckenhamUB10 8PD

Manor Farm including Winston Churchill Theatre and The Great Barn Pinn Way Ruislip HA4 7QL

Contact the Music and Theatres Team

01895 277643 [email protected]

Monday – Friday, 9am to 5pm, Saturday, 10.30am to 4pm

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At a glance

April

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Four Friends Exhibition Cow

Byre Gallery1 - 12

Local History Exhibition M

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Brush Strokes Exhibition Cow

Byre Gallery8 - 12

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Arts Society Exhibition Cow

Byre Gallery15 - 18

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Hillingdon Artists Group Exhibition Cow

Byre Gallery22 - 25

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Frozen: Workshop/sing-a-long

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26 - 2 Bernadette Collins / Pete Stacey Exhibition

Cow Byre Gallery

May

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Octavia Arts and Crafts Exhibition Cow

Byre Gallery3

Duckpond Foodies Market

Manor Farm

6 - 9 Hairspray


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Comedy Com

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Eclectic Artists’ Exhibition Cow

Byre Gallery13 - 16

Stone Cold Murder

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Hillingdon Artsweek

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Field End Photographic Society Exhibition Cow

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Film: The Lion King

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Chandos Art and Crafts Exhibition Cow

Byre Gallery10 - 13

Arsenic and Old Lace Com

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Smokey Joe’s Cafe


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Embroiderers Guild Exhibition

Cow Byre Gallery

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The Marriage of Figaro

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Coffee Morning


28 - 4 Hillingdon Artists Group Exhibition

Cow Byre Gallery

July

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Art Exhibition: Barry Moore

Cow Byre Gallery

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12 - 18 Captain O.F. Pennington - A Life At Sea

Cow Byre Gallery

19 - 31 Eastcote Arts Society

Cow Byre Gallery

23 Tea Dance


19 - 1 Eastcote Arts Society Exhibition

Cow Byre Gallery

August

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Duckpond Foodies Market

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2 - 8 Bernadette Collins and Pete Stacey Exhibition

Cow Byre Gallery

9 - 15 Peter Hopper Exhibition

Cow Byre Gallery

10 - 14 The Stage Is Yours 2015

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anor Farm16 - 22

Hillingdon Artists August Exhibition Cow

Byre Gallery23 - 29

Arbutus Exhibition 2015 Cow

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