Otley courthouse summer 2014 programme final

2004–2014

Summer Programme 2014

otleycourthouse.org.uk

Otley COURTHOUSEan a r t s and r e s ou r ce cen t r e fo r eve r yone

Welcome“Welcome to our 31st season of events. Since May 2004 Otley Courthouse has been presenting a huge range of music, theatre, dance, comedy, visual art, film and talks, whilst providing a home for a large number of the town’s community groups. Thank you to our staff team and volunteers and to you – our warm appreciative audiences. We look forward to the next 10 years of bringing the best of everything to Otley.”David Robson, Chair of Otley Courthouse Board

tutti frutti: Monday’s Child

Beccy Owen

2004–2014

Happy 10th Birthday Otley Courthouse!A month of events highlighting the very best of what the Courthouse does so well

tutti frutti productions and York Theatre Royal presentMONDAY’S CHILD Thursday 1 May 10.30am and 1.30pmMonday’s Child tells a simple poetic story of the unique bond between a grandmother and a child. We share the delights and surprises of the respective stages of their lives: discoveries, memories, imaginings… With live music and dance, this imaginative, dream-like yet funny story explores how we learn, grow old and cope with new challenges. Written by award-winning Brendan Murray (Writer’s Guild of Great Britain, Best Children’s Play 2012).For children aged 3+ and their families.Tickets: £7 adults/£5 children. Groups of 10: Free ticket for one accompanying adult, children £4. tutti-frutti.org.ukPart of the Yorkshire Festival

OTLEY SINGERS AND BECCY OWEN Friday 2 May 8pmA double-bill of music that makes for an uplifting and emotive show. The evening opens with a performance by the all-female community choir Otley Singers, who are known for their beautiful harmonies and their wonderful variety of folk, soul, pop from around the world. The choir’s Musical Director Beccy Owen, a solo singer/songwriter, takes the stage in the second half with her soaring vocals and resonant, literate songwriting. Beccy has just released her ‘wildly creative and endlessly beautiful’ (Spindle) new album, Imago, and tonight she will be playing a stripped back version of the whole record from start to finish.Tickets: £8/6 in advance, £9/£7 on the door.beccyowen.bandcamp.com

Buy in advance to be sure of a ticket and save money. All children under 12 attending events must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that while all details are correct at time of going to press, some changes and additions may take place. Please check when you purchase your tickets. Seats are not numbered so please arrive in good time. Follow the acts on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Vimeo and SoundCloud.

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Otley Courthouse Summmer Programme 2014

HERITAGE TIMELINE LAUNCH EVENTSaturday 3 May 11am–2.30pmA Carousel of Fun for all ages. Join the team of volunteers who have worked to create a timeline reflecting the history of Otley Courthouse. 4 boards will showcase the rich and varied history of Otley Courthouse from 1853 to the present day. The boards are to be displayed in the Courthouse Cell Corridor as a permanent historical record of the building and its role in the town. As well as seeing the Timeline, come and hear the Courthouse stories from our storyteller; have your mugshot and finger prints taken; visit the cell; make a brass-rubbing and see the changes in Otley projected on the big screen in the Courtroom.Free.Supported by

NEW ROPE STRING BAND AND BAYOU GUMBO DOUBLE BILLSaturday 3 MayNew Rope String Band 7.30pm–9.30pm. Seated Event.Our celebratory evening opens with a welcome back to the once seen, never forgotten: an indefinable confusion of superb musicianship and side-splitting comic genius, the New Rope String Band. Elements of circus, clowning, vaudeville, slapstick and sheer inspired silliness are spliced with beautiful acoustic music from various world traditions, in precision-honed yet uproarious performances. These three maniac minstrels mix up long-time favourite routines with ever-evolving new material – expect the hilariously unexpected.‘...brought the house down with their virtuosic japes, playing fiddle tennis with an elusive note, and beating out a tune with a ladder-full of pipes.’

BBC Review – Celtic Connections 20th Celebration Concertnewropestringband.co.ukHalf Hour Interval to clear the hall for dancing. Very limited seating available. Please let the box office know if you have access needs. Bayou Gumbo: 10–11pm. Standing EventOver 20 years Bayou Gumbo played wonderful music – their ears and hearts heard Africa, the blues, the Caribbean, Cajun, zydeco, old-time, country music, R&B… These influences, songs and styles fed into their rocky, rootsy drive and punch. Stirring, bellows-pumping energy, tight, subtle fiddle-bowing, pepper-hot guitar, and a bass and drum rhythm section kicking dancers’ feet into action. This is a band that fills the dance floor! They played at the opening of Otley Courthouse and they’ve re-formed for a one-off. Tickets for the double bill: £14/£12 in advance, £15/£13 on the door. 23 balcony seats ensuring seating for both halves: £15 flat rate in advance only. Sure to sell out so please book quickly!

THREEDOM WIND TRIOSunday 4 May 7.30pmThreedom Wind Trio is a newly formed group of players who work with Opera North, Northern Ballet and orchestras throughout the north of England. The trio is made up of David Baker, bassoon, John Mellor, clarinet and Liz Kenwood-Herriott, oboe. Alongside a large repertoire of well-known classics, they play the French wind trio repertoire – melodic, atmospheric, nostalgic works, but with wit and champagne-like lightness! Includes works by JS Bach, Zelenka, Pierre Max Dubois, Auric, and Mozart.Tickets: £9/7 in advance, £10/£8 on the door.

New Rope String Band

Threedom Wind Trio

2004–201410th birthday events

Otley Courthouse Summer Programme 2014

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COURTHOUSE OPEN DAYMonday 5 May 10am–4pm Today we will throw open our doors to show you what the Courthouse can offer day to day. In the morning there is a chance to meet, chat and put faces to names of the organisers of the varied clubs, societies and classes that run at the Courthouse every week. Find out if there is something to suit you or members of your family. During the day there will also be face painting and drop in sessions including Performance Drama School, Baby Sing and Sign and our ever popular Arts Stars crafts – please see the website for times and more details as they are announced.tFree Entry. Small charge for some activities.

LAUNCH OF VOLUNTEERS ARTS EXHIBITIONMonday 5 May 2-4pmJoin us as we launch an exhibition representing the skills and talents of our volunteers. Free event.

VOLUNTEERS PERFORMANCE CELEBRATIONMonday 5 May 7.15pmA wonderful variety of performances and a night to remember. Drawing on the rich and varied talent of our volunteers and staff, this event will celebrate the support they have offered Otley Courthouse over the past 10 years. There will be cake and candles! Tickets: £2 (ticket exchangeable for first glass of wine).Invitation only event for past and current volunteers, Friends, Board members and staff. Limited space – tickets will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

IAN MCMILLAN AND LUKE CARVER GOSS Friday 9 May 7.30pmPoet, broadcaster, comedian and Bard of Barnsley, Ian McMillan and Olympic composer Luke Carver Goss present a hilarious night of poems, music and improv. Ian’s rip-roaring poetry shows are legendary. He hosts weekly hit radio show The Verb and amongst many other activities is a BBC regular on Coast, Pick of the Week, The Arts Show, You & Yours and Last Word. ‘World-class – one of today’s greatest poetry performers.’ Carol Ann DuffyLuke Carver Goss has written for Black Dyke Brass Band, BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Birmingham Contemporary Music Group and Pure Gold: a 4X4 relay for the Cultural Olympiad. He records and performs with his own group, the acclaimed Carver Trio, jazz singer Tina May and story-teller Daniel Morden of The Devil’s Violin. ‘Luke Carver Goss is a composer who creates big worlds of sound... British music at its most ingenious.’ John L Walters, The Guardian Tickets: £12.50/£10.50 in advance, £13.50/£11.50 on the door. ian-mcmillan.co.uk lukecarvergoss.co.uk

WHARFE WOOL FAIRSaturday 10 May 10am–4pmEverything you need for: knitting, crochet, spinning, needle felting and wet felting. Visit and find unique hand dyed yarns, knitting needles, hooks, drop spindles, patterns, kits and accessories. Workshops, spinning demonstrations and drop-in free pom pom making sessions to create bunting for the Courthouse.Entrance: £2 (16 and under free) pay on the door. Tickets for the workshops available from wharfewool.co.uk

Ian McMillan and Luke Carver Goss © Adrian Mealing Courthouse Volunteers ExhibitionWharfe Wool Fair




CJ Smith

Otley Chamber Orchestra

Marty Jopson: Invensyiosn Going Bang!

CJ SMITH AND MOJAH Friday 16 May 8pmA rare opportunity to see two fine regional bands locally as they join forces to offer an evening of blues followed by some of the best reggae this side of Kingston, Jamaica. CJ Smith has been performing his blend of thoughtful blues for more years than he cares to remember; his band features some of the area’s most celebrated players. Mojah kick off their infectious reggae groove to get the audience up and bopping. Tickets: £9/£7 in advance, £10/£8 on the door.

Ilkley Literature Festival and Otley Courthouse presentFAME FACTOR CLUB NIGHT FOR 12-17 YEAR OLDS Saturday 17 May 7.30pm–10pmBrilliant night for teenagers – come and see young would-be stars and bands compete for the title of best solo artist, best band and best material. Dress up, come with your friends – dance all night. Juice bar.If you would like a slot to perform, contact 01943 601210 or email [email protected]: £5.

OTLEY TOWN COUNCIL

OTLEY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA AT METHODIST HALL Sunday 18 May 7.30pmGuest conductor: Mark Ostyn. Leader: Chris Hodges.Our home grown and talented chamber orchestra delight with a Spring programme including: Weber – Overture Der Freischutz; Haydn – Symphony No 99; Tchaikowsky – Swan Lake; Elgar – Wand of Youth 2nd Suite.Tickets: £8/£6. Under 18s free. Fundraiser for the Courthouse.http://bit.ly/1pnMX5k

INVENTIONS GOING BANG! – MARTY JOPSON Saturday 24 May 7.30pm Join Dr. Marty Jopson, Otley resident and scientist for the BBC One Show on an historical tour of his favourite inventions. Marvel at the power of vacuum, cower before lethal steam and quite frankly, hide from the carrot cannon. There will be mess, lots of bangs and, oh yes, there will be explosions.Ticket prices: £9/£7 in advance, £10/£8.martyjopson.co.uk

Otley Science Festival ideas go BANG!

COURTHOUSE DESIGNER CRAFT FAIR Sunday 25 May and the last Sunday of each month to coincide with the Otley Farmers Market 9.30am–1pmFor more information see page 13.

MAY HALF TERM ACTIVITIESOtley Courthouse runs regular activities for children and young people including in most school holidays. This half term Art Stars regular Lauren Whyte will be running craft sessions on 28 and 30 May. Visit otleycourthouse.org.uk/holiday-activities to stay up to date, and look out for further information about arts and craft workshops for 5-12s in May half term.

EPIC (2013, 102 MINS, U) Animated family adventureThursday 29 May 2pm A teenager finds herself transported deep into a forest where a battle between the forces of good and evil is taking place. She bands together with a rag tag group of characters in order to save their world – and ours.... Tickets: £4/£2.




Mimika Theatre

Mosaic workshop

Spilt Milk Say Dance

2004–2014

10TH BIRTHDAY FAMILY DAY Monday 26 May 10am–4pmJoin us in and around the Courthouse for a day of exciting activities and performances for families and children. Details on our website from end of April. otleycourthouse.org.uk

MIMIKA THEATRE WITH THEIR DELIGHTFUL SHOW LANDSCAPES10.30am, 12noon, 2pm and 3.30pm Step inside a beautiful white dome and experience this magical and intimate show. Using no words, Mimika combine beautifully crafted puppets with an original musical score, stunning visual effects and an ingenious set to create a theatre which wonderfully captures the atmosphere, rhythms and sounds of the natural world – from the desert to the rainforest and from under the sea to Antarctica. ‘Landscapes wove an enchanting tale before our very eyes... It was pure magic’. Telegraph & ArgusTickets: £7 adults/£5 children. Limited capacity for each show so early booking recommended.Suitable for children aged 4+ and families.

BIG HOO HA: MOSAIC WORKSHOPArtroom 10am–12.30pm (6–12 year olds)Make and take away a small mosaic. Materials, tools and equipment provided.Tickets: Adult with child £8 plus £7 materials. Unaccompanied over 9s: £4 plus £7 materials. Limited capacity in this workshop so please book early.

PICNIC IN THE COURTYARD12.30–2pmBring a blanket and a teddy or favourite toy and a picnic. We will supply activities and games including face-painting and Courthouse Heritage Activities – brass rubbing, trail/quiz, colouring.FREE with charge for some activities.

SPILTMILK SAY DANCESaturday 31 May 7.30pmSpiltmilk say Dance reinvents social dance crazes that have swept dance floors all over the world – the kind of dances we all end up doing at discos, weddings and family gatherings. A show of two halves, the first half of the evening sees the company’s three dancers put their unique spin on familiar dance favourites; think Disco dancing to Sinatra, the YMCA to Mozart, and The Twist on chairs. In the second half it’s your turn! The chairs are pushed back, and everyone is invited to join in a social dance like no other, with the dancers mingling and a caller making sure

you all go the same way – all to some unexpected musical choices played by live musician Sam Dunkley. A family friendly event with something for everyone!Tickets: £10/£8 in advance, £11/£9 on the door.Spilt Milk want to give everyone the chance to dance regardless of age, ability or mobility. If you have any particular access needs or queries please contact them on 07790 821181 or [email protected] and they will aim to support your enjoyment of the event in any way they can. spiltmilkdance.co.uk

10th birthday events



Hope & Social: The Tour of Infinite Possibility

The Weave

The Paperboys

2004–2014

OTLEY FILM SOCIETY QUIZ NIGHTFriday 6 June 7.30pm Unbelievably this is the 8th annual Otley Film Society quiz at the Courthouse – with a bigger than ever buffet, and prizes and a licenced bar. Come and be the new champions (or just come and enjoy yourself!) Teams of no more than 6 please. Tickets: £5 per person.

HOPE AND SOCIAL TOUR OF INFINITE POSSIBILITY WITH GRASSINGTON FESTIVAL Saturday Morning 7 June Otley – Venue and time TBCAs part of the Yorkshire Festival 2014, one of our very favourite bands, Hope and Social are marching their special brand of heart-on-the-sleeve music and trademark blue jackets around the route of the Grand Départ on a Tour of Infinite Possibility. With drums and voices, hearts and souls they’ll gather 100’s of new members as they go, forming A Band Anyone Can Join so in June they can play 12 shows in 12 magnificent Yorkshire locations on their brand new cycle-powered stage! In Otley the band are working with Otley Courthouse and Big Hoo Ha to encourage local people to join the band. For the latest information on this event and to find out how you can be part of it, check the Website of Infinite Possibility: hopeandsocial.co.uk/tipCreated for Yorkshire Festival 2014 with support from Arts Council England, Yorkshire Water, Welcome to Yorkshire and Yorkshire Local Authorities.

THE WEAVESaturday 7 June 8pmThe Weave is a collection of some of Liverpool’s best established Jazz musicians, bringing together an extremely wide and rich range of influences and musical experience to create a repertoire of profoundly warm, melodic and joyous homespun originals. The Weave essentially has its roots in bop, but has its soul very much in the present day. Leading the band is Martin Smith’s euphoric trumpet accompanied by some fine musicians, Tony Ormisher (guitar), Tilo Purnbaum (drums), Rob Stringer (piano), Hugo Harrison (double bass) and Tony Peers (trumpet ). Tickets: £10/£8 in advance, £11/£9 on the door. theweavemusic.com

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THE PAPERBOYS Monday 9 June 8pmIt is the word of mouth that comes from sheer audience delight that has brought success to The Paperboys. Mexican born Tom Landa formed The Paperboys in Vancouver 15 years ago. Celtic, bluegrass, Mexican and pop all find their place in a carefully woven, but energetic and invigorating sound. Horns, fiddle, flute, guitar, banjo, vocals and percussion battle it out in the band’s uniquely exciting blend. Tickets: £12/£10 in advance, £13/£11 on the door.“A place where Americana, Irish and Mexican Roots collide.” Seattle Weeklypaperboys.com

10th birthday events



Stuart Maconie

Caladh Nua

Lakin McCarthy presentsSTUART MACONIE: THE PEOPLE’S SONGSFriday 13 June 8pmSpend an evening in the company of this popular and prolific TV and radio presenter, journalist, columnist and author as he talks about his new book and epic radio series, The People’s Songs, a social history of modern Britain told through pop singles. It’s a project that Stuart is both proud of and passionate about and tells the story of modern Britain through the records that we listened to and loved during the dramatic and kaleidoscopic period from the Second World War to the present day. Known as co-host of the Radcliffe and Maconie Show, as well as The Freak Zone and The Freakier Zone all on BBC Radio 6 Music, he has also written and presents dozens of other shows on BBC Radio and TV.Tickets: £15/£13 in advance, £16/£14 on the door. stuartmaconie.com

CALADH NUAThursday 19 June 8pmStaggeringly talented and one of the brightest stars in the next generation of young Irish bands, Caladh Nua (meaning New Haven) have been catching more than their fair share of attention, and after touring for several years in Europe, North America and Asia, now come to the UK. With vocals, fiddle, guitar, accordion, banjo and bodhran, their music has all the crystal vibrancy associated with the tradition of the 5 south-eastern counties of Ireland. By turns captivating and rousing, in Caladh Nua the Irish tradition has a bright future.Tickets: £12/£10 in advance, £13/£11 on the door.caladhnua.com

The Tour De France comes to Otley!For approximately 200 riders in the world’s biggest cycling race, the Tour de France, will travel through Otley on Saturday 5 July as part of the first stage of the 2014 race. Otley is an official spectator hub and Otley Courthouse is playing a part in welcoming and entertaining visitors. For more information visit:otleytdf.co.ukfestival.yorkshire.comletour.yorkshire.com

Photo © Le Grand Voyage



Bick O’Connor: Being Brel

Le Grand Voyage

OTLEY CARNIVAL PARADESaturday 21 June 1.15pm from Leeds RoadWatch out for a mass procession of cyclists leading the carnival parade.

BEING BRELSaturday 21 June 7.30pmA powerful, moving and charismatic one-man theatre show devised and performed by Nick O’Connor celebrating the life and works of Jacques Brel. Brel’s songs are performed in Flemish, French and English, interwoven with multimedia imagery, film footage and monologue, revealing the man behind the chanson. A theatre piece not to be missed, whether you are a Brel afficionado or discovering his work for the first time. Tickets: £10/8 in advance, £11/£9 on the door. facebook.com/beingbrelPart of Yorkshire Festival 2014

SCIENCE CAFÉ Thursday 26 June 7.30pmSpeakers set out their key idea in 10–15 minutes and 20 slides. Then over to you to ask questions. Watch the website for news of cycle themed speakers. All welcome, whether you are a beginner, an expert, still at school…Tickets: £4/£3.

Otley Science Festival ideas go BANG!

otleysciencefestival.co.uk

Harrogate Theatre and Il Pixel Rosso presentLE GRAND VOYAGESaturday 28 June 2–5pm and 6–9pm every 15 minutesBecome the actor in your own private performance. Innovative international company Il Pixel Rosso create an exceptional and unforgettable theatrical experience. You become the star of your own Tour de France as you’re immersed into the race – with a brilliantly fun twist. Though you start out on the right track, you’ll take a wrong turn, ending up on a fantastical voyage. It’s the Tour de France meets Wacky Races via the opening credits of Police Squad!. This promises to be a very special experience for a maximum of four people. Each participant will be fitted with video goggles and headphones and follow audio instructions for simple actions that mirror corresponding actions in the film.Tickets: £5. Age 12 plus.ilpixelrosso.org.uk harrogatetheatre.co.ukPart of Yorkshire Festival 2014 100 days of Art and Culture in the lead up to the Tour De France arriving in Yorkshire.



OTLEY CYCLE RACESWednesday 2 July from 6pmMore details at otleycycleraces.co.uk

Otley Film Society presents A TANDEM OF FILMS TO CELEBRATE THE TOUR DE FRANCE Thursday 3 July 7pm: Belleville Rendez-vous2003, 12A, France, 78mins (Animated comedy drama) When her grandson is kidnapped during the Tour de France, Madame Souza and her beloved pooch Bruno, team up with the Belleville Sisters – an aged song and dance duo from the days of Fred Astaire – to rescue him.

8.45pm: A Boy, A Girl and a Bike1949, U, UK, 92mins (comedy)Love, theft and deception causes havoc in a Yorkshire cycling club. Sam is captain of the club and happily cycles alongside his fiancée and fellow member, Susie. This is until a passing motorist takes a fancy to her. Added to this, someone has stolen one of their bicycles. Will Sam get the bike and the girl, or will he wind up in a spin?Tickets: £4 per film or £6 for both films.

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Otley Cycle Club presentEVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE TOUR DE FRANCEFriday 4 July 7.30pmLearn from the experts. Includes a screening of the film Janapar.Tickets: £5. (Under 16s free)

RACE DAY!Saturday 5 JulyOtley Courthouse will be open all day from 8am to 6pm with a closure break from 10am to 12.30pm. From 1pm there will be music and dance in the Courtyard, big-screen TV coverage of the race, the Courthouse cafe will be open, and Otley Food, Drink and Craft Market stalls along Courthouse Street, Manor Square and Bridge Street.

Sticks Theatre in association with Harrogate Theatre presentLIFE CYCLEFriday 11 July 7.30pm A lone cyclist riding towards us looks back at his life, from his first ride without stabilisers to his first racer, riding tandem with his first love to crossing the finish line ahead of his rivals and eventually being forced to hang up his racing shoes. His trials and tribulations unfold before us as he taps out a rhythm. Every gear shift corresponds to a significant time of life, with mountains to climb and potholes to be avoided, the cyclist must safely find his place on the road. Sticks Theatre present the thoughts and voices of cyclists (hobbyists, amateurs and professionals) collected and forged into a highly physical and visual theatrical text. The music for the piece will be created live, using bike parts as instruments.Tickets: £8/£6 in advance, £9/£7 on the door.stickstheatre.co.uk

The Road to Paris

A Boy, A Girl and a Bike

Sticks Theatre: Life Cycle



PATRICK STREETSunday 20 July 8pmIrish supergroup Patrick Street come to The Courthouse for an intimate summer date between UK festival appearances. Launched as a “one-off” over 20 years ago, the line-up features original members Andy Irvine, Kevin Burke and Arty McGlynn, plus the addition of Sligo’s John Carty. With a pedigree going way back to their time in Planxty, De Dannan & The Bothy Band, the members of Patrick Street have truly earned their spurs. Dual fiddles, Andy Irvine’s distinctive vocals and the consummate guitar of the ever-unsmiling Arty McGlynn – Patrick Street are a tour-de-force, four recognised masters of their trade.Tickets: £15/£14 in advance, £16/£15 on the door.

MOVING LANDSCAPESMonday 21–Friday 25 July 10am–4pm (times tbc)Moving Landscapes is 5 day Skinner Releasing Technique (SRT) based dance intensive open to all - regardless of experience! This course will take advantage of our location, integrating the beautiful surrounding countryside with the imagery used in SRT. Included are two trips out into Yorkshire’s breath-taking countryside which will be used as spring board for creative movement work. Tickets: £220 (£50 deposit). Early Bird Price £190 (before 30/4/14).To book or for more info please contact [email protected]

OTLEY FILM SOCIETY 2013/2014 SEASONOtley Film Society is a not-for-profit organisation that is committed to bringing diverse cinema to Otley. To find out more about the films, details of membership and how to buy guest tickets, go to otleyfilmsociety.org.uk or email [email protected] screening of films starting at 7.45pm with bar open from 7pm

Thursday 8 May: I Wish (Japan 2011, PG) Dir: Hirokazu Koreeda (family drama)Thursday 22 May: 12 Years A Slave (UK 2013, 15) Dir: Steve McQueenTickets: £4 for guest tickets from OFS.Thursday 7 August: Agatha (UK 1979, A) (drama, mystery, thriller)Part of Otley Yorkshire Week.Tickets: £4 available from the Courthouse box office.See also June for Quiz Night, July for special cycling related film event.

Patrick Street

Skinner Releasing Technique

Brave

Children and Families Movie MatineesBRAVE (2012 93 MINS, PG Disney/Pixar animated action adventureThursday 7 August 2pmDetermined to make her own path in life, Princess Merida defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom. Granted one wish, she must rely on her bravery and archery skills to undo a beastly curse.Tickets: £4/£2.



REGULAR ACTIVITIESA wide variety of clubs, societies and classes run in the Courthouse every day and for all age ranges – from language to exercise classes, community choir or orchestra to book club or creative writing. You can pick up a list from the Courthouse reception or download one from our website.

TERM TIME AND HOLIDAY ACTIVITIESOtley Courthouse runs regular activities for children and young people including in most school holidays.Visit otleycourthouse.org.uk/holiday-workshops to stay up to date, and look out for arts and craft workshops for 5-12s in the May Half Term.

OTLEY COURTHOUSE NEEDS YOU!Volunteers are the life blood of the Courthouse. With their vital help we run the cafe, box office or steward events. Full training and support is given. If you can spare some time, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator on 01943 467466 or [email protected]

Cinema @theCourthouseGeneral start time 2pm with tea/coffee available from 1.30pm.

PHILOMENA (2013, 98 MINS, 12A) Thursday 8 MayDrama with Judi Dench and Steve Coogan. A world weary political journalist picks up the story of a woman’s search for her son, who was taken away from her decades ago after she became pregnant and was forced to live in a convent.

DIANA (2013, 113 MINS, 12A)Thursday 12 June Biography/drama/romance. During the last 2 years of her life Princess Diana embarks on a secret love affair with Pakistani heart surgeon, Hasnet Khan.

AUSTENLAND (2013, 97 MINS, 12A)Thursday 10 July Comedy romance. Obsessed with Pride and Prejudice, a woman travels to a Jane Austen theme park in search of her perfect gentleman.

THE HELP (2011, 146 MINS, 12A)Thursday 14 Aug Drama. An aspiring author during the Civil Rights movement of the 60s decides to write a book detailing the African American maid’s point of view of the white families for which they work, and the hardships they go through on a daily basis.NB There will be an interval during this film.

Tickets for all films: £4 includes tea/coffee and biscuits.Movie Matinees Summer season is sponsored by Skipton Building Society

Movie Matinees

Philomena

Austenland



IN-HOUSE ARTS EXHIBITIONS AND DISPLAYSA group of volunteers curate and publicise monthly exhibitions featuring the work of local visual artists. Our foyer cabinets and card display unit feature a continually changing selection of high quality cards and craftwork by local makers.MAY Courthouse Volunteers ExhibitionJUNE Retrospective of previous exhibitorsJULY Otley Arts ClubAUGUST Janis GoodmanIf you would like to submit your work for consideration for a future exhibition, please email [email protected] or call into Otley Courthouse to pick up an exhibition pack.

Left top and bottom: Courthouse Volunteers Exhibition

Right top: Janis Goodman Fledged

Right bottom: Walk in the Park

COURTHOUSE DESIGNER CRAFT FAIRSLast Sunday of each month to coincide with the Otley Farmers Market 9.30am–1pm.Our Designer Craft Fairs showcase the talents of local craft workers. All items are designed and made by the stallholders, and you have the chance to buy unique, handmade jewellery, stationery, gifts, art work and more!Admission is free and the café is open, so come along for a browse, a cup of Fairtrade tea or coffee and a piece of cake!



Events at a GlanceThursday 1 May 10.30am

and 1.30pm tutti frutti present Monday’s Child

Friday 2 May 8pm Otley Singers and Beccy Owen

Saturday 3 May 11am–2.30pm Heritage Timeline Launch Event

Saturday 3 May 7.30pm New Rope String Band and Bayou Gumbo Double Bill

Sunday 4 May 7.30pm Threedom Wind Trio

Monday 5 May: 10am–4pm Courthouse Open Day

Thursday 8 May 2pm Movie Matinee: Philomena (2013, 98mins, 12A)

Friday 9 May 7.30pm Ian McMillan and Luke Carver Goss

Saturday 10 May 10am–4pm Wharfe Wool Fair

Friday 16 May 8pm CJ Smith and Mojah

Saturday 17 May 7.30pm–10pm Ilkley Literature Festival Fame Factor Club Night for 12-17 year olds

Sunday 18 May 7.30pm Otley Chamber Orchestra at Methodist Hall

Saturday 24 May 7.30pm Inventions Going BANG! - Marty Jopson

OTLEY COURTHOUSE FACILITIES AND ROOM HIREAs well as our fantastic programme of events, we offer a range of facilities to individuals, groups and businesses. If you are looking for a venue for a meeting, arts activity or event; planning a family celebration or party or want somewhere for a work training session or conference we’ve got all the facilities you need.More information, including prices, is available online at: www.otleycourthouse.org.uk/room-hire or email [email protected]

10th Birthday events Road to Paris events Regular Courthouse events



Events at a GlanceSunday 25 May 9.30am–1pm Courthouse Designer Craft Fair

Monday 26 May10.30am, 12noon, 2pm and 3.30pm

Mimika Theatre in Landscapes – 10th Birthday Family Day event

Monday 26 May 10-12.30pm Big Hoo Ha:Mosaic Workshop – 10th Birthday Family Day event

Monday 26 May 12-2pm Picnic in the Courtyard – 10th Birthday Family Day event

Thursday 29 May 2pm Epic – animated family adventure

Saturday 31 May 7.30pm Spiltmilk say Dance

Friday 6 June 7.30pm Otley Film Society Quiz Night

Saturday 7 June Morning Hope and Social Tour of Infinite Possibility

Saturday 7 June 8pm The Weave

Monday 9 June 8pm The Paperboys

Thursday 12 June 2pm Movie Matinee: Diana (2013, 113 mins, 12A)

Friday 13 June 8pm Stuart Maconie: The People’s Songs

Thursday 19 June 8pm Caladh Nua

Saturday 21 June 1.15pm Otley Carnival Parade: from Leeds Road

Saturday 21 June 7.30pm Nick O’Connor celebrating the life and works of Jacques Brel

Thursday 26 June 7.30pm Science Café

Saturday 28 June 2–5pm & 6–9pm Harrogate Theatre and Il Pixel Rosso present Le Grand Voyage

Sunday 29 June 9.30am–1pm Courthouse Designer Craft Fair

Wednesday 2 July from 6pm Otley Cycle Races

Thursday 3 July 7pm & 8.45pm

A Tandem of Films to celebrate the Tour de France: Belleville Rendez-vous and A Boy, A Girl and a Bike

Friday 4 July 7.30pm Everything you need to know about the Tour de France

Saturday 5 July All day Race Day activities in and around the Courthouse

Thursday 10 July 2pm Austenland (2013, 97 mins, 12A)

Friday 11 July 7.30pm Sticks Theatre present Life Cycle

Sunday 20 July 8pm Patrick Street

Sunday 27 July 9.30am–1pm Courthouse Designer Craft Fair

Thursday 7 August 2pm Children and Families Movie Matinees: Brave (2012, 93 mins, PG)

Thursday 7 August 7.45pm Agatha (UK 1979, A)

Thursday 14 Aug 2pm Movie Matinee: The Help (2011, 146 mins, 12A)



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The Courthouse Project (Otley) Ltd. Company registered in England and Wales No. 4303404. Charity No. 1090877

We would like to thank the many local companies who give us their support.

OTLEY TOWN COUNCIL

TicketsBox Office: 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday and 1 hour before event start. Tel 01943 467466email [email protected] at otleycourthouse.org.ukCard Payments can be made in person or by phone. We charge a fee of £1 per transaction, to cover the cost of providing a card payment service.Concessions: Under 16s, people in receipt of benefits, in full time education and Senior Citizens (60+ and retired).Refunds: Tickets are non-refundable, except in the case of a cancelled performance. Resale of tickets on sell out performances may be possible providing tickets are returned to the box office. A handling fee of £1.50 per ticket will be charged for this service.AccessThe Courthouse is fully accessible. Guide dogs and hearing dogs welcome.An induction loop is available in the Courtroom. See website for further details.A large print text version of this brochure can be made available on request.

Café in the Courthouse10am–3pm on Monday to Saturday.Fair Trade teas and coffees, delicious cakes, sandwiches and snacks.Bar-istaBar opens 45 mins before events, serving a range of bottled beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks.Mailing listTo join please send us your name, address (including postcode), telephone number and email address or use form on our website. Details are held in accordance with Data Protection Act 1998.

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We would like to thank the many local companies who give us their support.

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