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Thanks to our funders

Artrix Slideslow Drive, Bromsgrove, B60 1GN Supported by: The William A Cadbury Trust, The Saintbury Trust, The Grimmitt Trust, The David Morgan Music Trust

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Welcome to our new Autumn brochure

We are offering an exciting and varied programme this season. The programme is packed full of our usual comedy, music, films and NT live theatre and opera screenings but we have also included some new events and activities for you to enjoy. We will be holding our second Drive-In cinema event at Hallowe’en and, following our first successful Baby Rave, a follow-up event will be taking place in November. We are delighted that visitors of all ages have been enjoying our new café and Soft Play area in the foyer and we are looking forward to our second Comedy with Cake event in the café with Mrs Barbara Nice.

We will be opening a Birmingham Repertory Theatre youth theatre company for 14-18 year olds here at Artrix and we will be running our own new Dramatic Writing Course. We are very excited to welcome our new resident performance company to Artrix, Outspoken, a company of emerging artists making work with and for young people and children.

Many thanks to everyone who donated to our 10th Birthday appeal. You helped us raised an amazing £13,133.65 which has been put towards replacing some much needed equipment and supporting our family theatre programme. Thank you also to those of you who have donated to our Next Decade appeal in support of our projects with young people.

Hannah Phillips Director

Live events 4

Exhibitions 39

Workshops 36

Diary 42

Film 34


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NT LIVE presents

THE DEEP BLUE SEA (12A)

Encore screening

Helen McCrory returns to the National Theatre in Terence Rattigan’s devastating masterpiece, playing one of the greatest female roles in contemporary drama. When Hester Collyer is found by her neighbours in the aftermath of a failed suicide attempt, the story of her tempestuous affair with a former RAF pilot and the breakdown of her marriage to a High Court judge begins to emerge. With it comes a portrait of need, loneliness and long-repressed passion. Behind the fragile veneer of post-war civility burns a brutal sense of loss and longing.

Running time: approx. 3hrs (inc. 1 interval)

www.ntlive.nationaltheatre.org.uk

THE BOOTLEG SIXTIESThe UK’s best Sixties show returns this year for not one but TWO nights! The Bootleg Sixties brings its irresistible combination of the sights and sounds of pop music’s greatest decade back to Artrix to tie in with the release of the show’s debut “live” CD. There’ll be new songs, new images and a new look, but the same unbeatable entertainment. Let yourself be taken back in time for two hours of the best music ever!

www.thebootlegsixties.com

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Wednesday 7th September at 7pm£17 (£15 students & under 16s)

Saturday 3rd September at 8pmSunday 4th September at 7.30pm£18

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THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORYDirect from its success in London’s West End, a sold out UK tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.

www.thesimonandgarfunkelstory.com

Thursday 1st September at 8pm£17

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THE OFFICIAL RECEIVERSA fast-moving selection of classic 60’s soul from the eight piece band The Official Receivers. One of the most consistent crowd pleasers in the Midlands, The Official Receivers swing into action for a welcome return with their exciting, high energy show featuring classics from the great days of Stax and Atlantic. Songs by Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Booker T, Edwin Starr and many more legendary performers are slickly packaged to present a fast-moving evening.

Standing with balcony/gallery seating

www.officialreceivers.net

ONE MORE TIME WITH FEELING (18) A unique cinema event directed by Andrew Dominik, One More Time With Feeling will be the first ever opportunity anyone will have to hear Skeleton Tree, the sixteenth studio album from Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds. Originally a performance based concept, One More Time With Feeling evolved into something much more significant as Dominik delved into the tragic backdrop of the writing and recording of the album. Interwoven throughout the Bad Seeds’ filmed performance are interviews and footage shot by Dominik, accompanied by Cave’s narration and improvised rumination.

Running time: approx. 110mins

www.nickcave.com

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Saturday 10th September at 8pm£12

Thursday 8th September at 9pm£15

MITCH BENN presents DON’T BELIEVE A WORD“I’m a skeptic. But don’t take my word for it. Or indeed anybody’s. For anything…”. And this is the basic premise of Mitch’s new critically acclaimed show. It’s a show that will make you laugh a lot and think a bit as well as Mitch debunks myths, exposes nonsense and grapples with the very nature of knowledge itself extolling the virtues of an evidence-based approach to life… with amusing consequences and of course a few songs along the way.

16+: Adult themes and language

www.mitchbenn.com

Saturday 10th September at 7.30pm£15 (£13) (in the studio)



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BROMSGROVE WORDS presents

LUCY BRETTLucy Brett joined the BBFC as an Examiner in 2004 and became Education Officer in 2010, before being appointed Head of Education in 2012. As Head of Education she represents the BBFC at events like the Hay Literary Festival and the Cambridgeshire Young People’s Film Festival. These events, in addition to the BBFC’s own education events, offer an extremely effective litmus test as to how younger people respond to film ratings, and what issues are important to them.

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LICENSED TO RHYMECo-hosted by Maggie Doyle, Worcestershire Poet Laureate Emeritus, and past Birmingham Poet Laureate, Giovanni “Spoz” Esposito, Licensed to Rhyme is a new monthly spoken word event mixing poetry, prose and, occasionally, music. Every month Maggie and Spoz will invite a selection of guest poets, plus a headline act, and the rest of the evening will be given to open mic performances. Those wishing to perform should contact Maggie at [email protected] or sign up at Artrix on the evening of the event.

Licensed to Rhyme will also take place 10th October, 7th November and 9th January.

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Sunday 11th September at 7.30pm£15 (£7.50 students & under 16s) (in the studio)

Monday 12th September at 7.30pm£5 (In the café/foyer)

COMEDY WITH CAKEComedy with Cake takes some of the best comics on the circuit, gets their best, cleanest material, and then adds a compere, tea and cake. Featuring Barbara Nice (“Imagine a hybrid between Mrs Merton and Victoria Wood” – The Times), Maureen Younger (“one of the best MCs in the country” – Jo Enright) and Josh Pugh. Suitable for all the family

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Sunday 11th September at 2.30pm£7 (cake extra) (In the café/foyer)

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HANDA OPERA ON SYDNEY HARBOUR present

TURANDOT (12A)

Encore screening

Turandot is a beautiful and powerful princess, who challenges her many suitors to answer three riddles on pain of death. No one has ever succeeded. Caláf is a brave prince from a foreign land, who falls instantly in love with the princess. Despite the wishes of his exiled father and the pleas of a slave-girl who loves him, he rings the gong and declares his love for the princess. She presents her riddles, and in triumph, the unknown prince answers. Turandot despairs and the prince takes pity - offering the ice-cold princess a riddle of his own. But Caláf’s riddle risks more than his own life - everyone else’s hangs in the balance.

Performed in Italian with English translations

Running time: approx. 2hrs 15mins (inc. 1 interval)

LYNCHEDLynched are a four-piece traditional folk group from Dublin, Ireland, who combine distinctive four-part vocal harmonies with arrangements of uilleann pipes, concertina, Russian accordion, fiddle and guitar. Their repertoire spans humorous Dublin music-hall ditties and street-songs, classic ballads from the Traveller tradition, traditional Irish and American dance tunes, and their own original material. Cold Old Fire was recorded in August 2013, and although fundamentally an album of traditional Irish song, subtle traces of the group’s collective influences can be detected, from American old-timey music, ambient techno and psychedelic folk, to black metal, punk and rock n’ roll.

www.lynchedmusic.com

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Thursday 15th September at 7.30pm£18 (£15 students & under 16s)

Friday 16th September at 8pm£15

GARY DELANEY presents THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT GARYGary thinks a good joke should be like a drunk Glaswegian, short and punchy. Back by popular demand, Gary’s show is not only great for people who like lots of jokes but also fun for people who enjoy getting offended by jokes too. Gary likes to write jokes. An awful lot of them. Also he appears to have some jizz in his hair. There’s that as well.


www.garydelaney.com

Saturday 17th September at 8pm£15



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ALL & SUNDRY present WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?The play examines the breakdown of the marriage of a middle-aged couple, Martha and George. Late one evening, after a university faculty party, they receive an unwitting younger couple, Nick and Honey, as guests, and draw them into their bitter and frustrated relationship in a night of deadly game playing.


www.allandsundry.org

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THE BLUESWATER100 years of blues. 100 minutes to play it. Originally conceived for the 2011 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the popular award winning show BLUES! is still running every August and tours across theatres and arts centres in the UK. From early Delta blues, to modern names such as Jack White and Seasick Steve, BLUES! is a show that covers the history of the genre, playing the songs and telling the stories of the artists that have helped define today’s modern music.

www.theblueswater.com

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Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th September at 7.30pm£10

Tuesday 20th September at 8pm£14

SHAZIA MIRZA presents THE KARDASHIANS MADE ME DO ITThe Kardashians Made Me Do It is a searing and urgent exploration of life, love and Jihadi brides and is inspired by three girls who left Bethnal Green to join ISIS, and an unrelated radio piece Shazia contributed to the BBC which subsequently received a record number of complaints. The show tells of the confusion it caused as she looks into the nature of offence, the dangers of politically correct liberalism versus the sinister and terrifying intrusion of ISIS into the lives of young British Asian women.


www.shazia-mirza.com

Sunday 18th September at 7pm£14 (£12 over 60s & students)



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NT LIVE presents

THE THREEPENNY OPERA (15)

Live screening

A darkly comic new take on Brecht and Weill’s raucous musical broadcast live from the stage of the National Theatre. London scrubs up for the coronation. The thieves are on the make, the whores on the pull, the police cutting deals to keep it all out of sight. Mr and Mrs Peachum are looking forward to a bumper day in the beggary business, but their daughter didn’t come home last night and it’s all about to kick off…

Contains scenes of a sexual nature, violence and filthy language.


www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

MORGANISATIONDave Scott-Morgan, former guitarist with the Electric Light Orchestra, leads his group MOrganisation in original songs, rock ‘n’ roll classics and quintessential ELO hits. The music of the Beatles, Dylan, Buddy Holly and ELO both influence and feature in the stage show but the stars are Dave’s original songs - humourous yet disciplined toe-tapping tales.

www.morganisation.co.uk

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Thursday 22nd September at 7pm£17 (£15 over 60s & students)

Friday 23rd September at 8pm£15

TAKE THAT EXPERIENCERelight your fire for one of the most successful boy bands of all time. The Take That Experience show Relight The Fire gives you the very latest Take That favourites as well as all the classic songs from the past including Back For Good, Relight My Fire, Could It Be Magic, Patience, Shine, Rule The World, Up All Night, Greatest Day and The Flood. Featuring five wonderfully talented guys, with a remarkable on-stage chemistry, full replica costumes, and a performance that literally gives you The Take That Experience!

www.thetakethatexperience.co.uk

Saturday 24th September at 8pm£18.50


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BARNSTORMERS COMEDYSit back and enjoy a great Saturday night out as Barnstormers Comedy’s compere introduces three top comedians from the London/National stand-up comedy circuit. Barnstormers Comedy prides itself on finding the funniest, cleverest and maybe silliest comedians out there so a great night of entertainment is guaranteed. Also at Artrix on 22nd October & 26th November.


www.barnstormerscomedy.com

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Saturday 24th September at 8.30pm£14 (in the studio)

BLUNDERBUS presents THE SORCERER’S APPRENTICECharlie Hubble is a little boy with a very big dream, he wants to be a world-class magician. So, he saves up his pocket money to buy The Big Book of Magic for Trainee Magicians. He sets off to Mr Zacoor’s Toy Shop to buy his spellbook. But Mr Zacoor is no ordinary shopkeeper, he’s a real life Sorcerer! And he has a very special job for Charlie. This delightful new show comes to life with an irresistible blend of music, puppetry and storytelling. Little people aged 3-7 will love this funny, heartwarming tale but big people will have lots of fun, too.

www.blunderbus.co.uk

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Sunday 25th September at 2pm£11 (£9 under 16s)



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WIFI WARSWiFi Wars is a live comedy game show where you play along! Login with your smartphone or tablet (make sure you’ve got plenty of battery!) and compete in a range of games, quizzes and challenges to win the show, and prizes! The technology used in the show was originally created by the boys for the live incarnation of Go 8-Bit, and will feature in the new TV adaptation of the show.

For ages 11+

www.wifiwars.co.uk

DEAN FRIEDMANDean Friedman first delighted UK and Ireland audiences with his chart-topping hit, Lucky Stars. The now classic single, paved the way for a slew of hits off Friedman’s critically acclaimed album, Well, Well Said the Rocking Chair, including familiar tracks, Lydia, Rocking Chair, Woman of Mine, McDonald’s Girl and Ariel. In a very short time, Friedman had achieved legendary, pop-icon status and was acknowledged, by critics and fans alike, as one of the finest singer/songwriters of his generation.

www.deanfriedman.com

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Thursday 29th September at 7pm£15 (£13 over 60s & students, £10 under 16s)

Sunday 25th September at 7.30pm£25 (in the studio)

RSC LIVE presents

CYMBELINE (12A)

Live screening

Cymbeline is a ruler of a divided Britain. When Innogen, the only living heir, marries her sweetheart in secret, an enraged Cymbeline banishes him. But a powerful figure behind the throne is plotting to seize power and murder them both. Innogen embarks on a dangerous journey that will reunite Cymbeline with a lost heir and reconcile the young lovers.


www.onscreen.rsc.org.uk

Wednesday 28th September at 7pm£15 (£13 students & under 16s)


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GRAHAM PARKER & BRINSLEY SCHWARZGraham Parker has worked with guitarist Brinsley Schwarz since 1975. They first met and rehearsed together in a band that became known as Graham Parker and The Rumour. Since then, Schwarz has often accompanied Parker on post-Rumour records and tours and recently joined him onstage as a duo playing songs from all areas of Parker’s career. Expect songs from early albums with the Rumour, his solo career and the present day with tunes from the two latest Rumour reunion albums, Three Chords Good and Mystery Glue.

www.grahamparker.net

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Friday 30th September at 8pm£20

ARTRIX SCRATCH NIGHTArtrix Scratch Nights offer emerging artists the opportunity to share 5-15mins of new work in a relaxed and supportive environment and gives audiences the chance to see new work and offer feedback over a drink at the bar!

If you are interested in sharing some new work, please contact Hannah Phillips: [email protected]

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Friday 30th September at 7pm£3 (in the studio)

GORDON HENDRICKS as ELVISFollowing a fantastic year where he became the 2014 Collingwood Elvis Grand Champion in Canada in front of 30000 people, Gordon returned to Collingwood in July 2015 to make a special appearance at the Gala Concert where he stole the show. Gordon is without doubt the World’s No 1 Elvis Tribute and his shows are sensational - it’s as if Elvis himself is on that stage - maybe just maybe he is. Limited availability for these dates but Elvis will be back in the building on Saturday 10th December.

www.gordon-hendricks.com

Saturday 1st October & Sunday 2nd October at 7.30pm£21


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ELLIE TAYLOR presents

INFIDELLIETYEllie Taylor star of BBC2s Mock the Week, BBC1s The John Bishop Show, Radio 4s The Now Show and C4s 8 out of 10 Cats is back. Ellie is back with a new stand-up show dealing with that pesky bit of marriage known as monogamy.

Plus support.


www.ellietaylorcomedy.com

MAD SCIENCE MEETS MAD HATTERMad Science Meets Mad Hatter in this crazy show! See ever changing colourful tea, exploding cake, supersized fireball candles that leave a yummy sugary taste to the air, strawberry shortcake vortex smoke blasters, plus loads more as you witness Wonderland like never before!

For ages 4+

www.madscience.org/westmidlands

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Saturday 1st October at 8pm£12 (£10 over 60s & students) (in the studio)

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Sunday 2nd October at 11am & 12noon£3 per show

THE AUSTRALIAN BALLET presents

THE SLEEPING BEAUTYEncore screening

Fairies, a prince and a spell-shattering kiss: David McAllister’s new production of The Sleeping Beauty takes history’s most loved fairy tale into the modern age, with lavish sets and costumes. Don’t miss the moment when this majestic Beauty opens her eyes for the very first time. Part of The Australian Ballet’s Fairy Tales Series with Cinderella (26th November) & Coppélia (19th April 2017).

Running time: approx. 3hrs (inc. 2 intervals)

Tuesday 4th October at 7pm£15 (£13 students & under 16s)



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CHARLES ROSS presents

ONE MAN STAR WARS TRILOGYCelebrating ten years since he first brought his hilarious show to the UK, Canadian actor Charles Ross returns from a galaxy far, far away with his One Man Star Wars™ Trilogy. Relive the classic first three Star Wars releases with him, as he single-handedly plays all the characters, sings the music, flies the ships, fights the battles and condenses the plots into just sixty minutes! One Man Star Wars™ Trilogy performed with permission of Lucasfilm Ltd. All ‘Star Wars’ elements property of Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved.

www.onemanstarwars.com

QUEER’SAYA showcase of queer spoken word to be recorded for Resonance FM’s award winning LGBT magazine show, presented in partnership with Apples and Snakes. Hear Birmingham Poet Laureate finalist 2014/15 Jasmine Gardosi and multiple slam-winning poet, journalist, educator and activist AJ McKenna perform before being interviewed about their life, work and inspirations by presenter and host, the award-winning comedian and Radio 4 regular Rosie Wilby.


www.applesandsnakes.org

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Wednesday 5th October at 8pm£17

Friday 7th October at 7.30pm£6 (£5 over 60s & students) (in the studio)

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BROMSGROVE CONCERTS presents

SACCONI QUARTET with Robert Plane (clarinets)Mozart String Quartet in D K499 ‘Hoffmeister’York Bowen Phantasy Quintet Op 93 (for Bass Clarinet & String Quartet)Glazunov ‘Reverie Orientale’ Op 14 No 2 (for Clarinet Quintet)Weber Clarinet Quintet in B Flat Op 34

Mozart is always a great start to any programme, and the mellow sounds of the Bass Clarinet get a welcome hearing in York Bowen’s quintet. The programme rounds off with Weber’s virtuosic clarinet show-piece.

www.bromsgrove-concerts.org.uk

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Friday 7th October at 8pm£19 (£5 disabled, unemployed, students)


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KERRY GODLIMAN presents

STICK OR TWISTHer straight talking brand of quick wit and bewilderment will be covering more of life’s anomalies. Why is there a Buddha at the garden centre? Why collect her children’s teeth? And even though she can’t stand aubergines, why is it her favourite emoji? There’s loads to get sorted. Be there. She’ll do all the talking.


Saturday 8th October at 7.30pm£13.50 (in the studio)

HEIDI TALBOTHeidi Talbot was born in Ireland and became a folk star in the USA as a member of the Irish American band Cherish the Ladies. She now lives in Scotland, where she is married to the celebrated fiddler and multi-instrumentalist John McCusker. With a background like that, it’s hardly surprising she should develop a style that switches easily between Celtic and Americana, but subtlety is Talbot’s magic ingredient. Heidi Talbot’s fifth solo LP plays to the tune of quiet skips and giant leaps. It crosses the ages, jumps into the unknown, traverses oceans and musical styles – from folk, through Americana, to classic pop, and back again.

www.heiditalbot.com

THE BIG BAND WITH FIVE STAR SWINGThe unique “feel-good” Big Band show! Swing along with songs from Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Jazz & Blues classics and more. Featuring Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra and Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band and the Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s brother).

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Saturday 8th October at 8pm£15

Sunday 9th October at 7.30pm£17 (£16 over 60s)


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ANGE HARDY AND LUKAS DRINKWATERAnge Hardy & Lukas Drinkwater perform live with a 27-string Salvi harp, 3 different Martin guitars, a parlour guitar, a double bass, an array of traditional whistles, an Indian shruti box and Irish bodhrán drum. Singing new material with a timeless English feel as well as number of reinterpreted traditional folk songs, all accented with Ange’s innovative and subtle use of loop pedals to build layers of vocal harmony live from the stage. Lukas brings a fresh angle and bolder sound to many of Ange’s songs, as well as allowing her to perform a number of songs from her albums that Ange hasn’t regularly performed as a solo artist.

www.angehardy.com

JIMEOIN presents RENONSENSE MANAn evening of brilliantly observed, ever-evolving and hilarious stand-up from the internationally acclaimed star of TV shows including Live at the Apollo, Royal Variety Performance, John Bishop Show, CH4’s O2 Gala and Sunday Night at the Palladium. Don’t miss Ireland’s own “Witruvian Man” - live!


www.jimeoin.com

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Sunday 9th October at 8pm£12 (£10) (in the studio)

Thursday 13th October at 8pm£18

RSC LIVE presents

KING LEAR (12A)

Live screening

One of Shakespeare’s most epic plays, broadcast live from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. King Lear has ruled for many years. As age begins to overtake him, he decides to divide his kingdom amongst his children, living out his days without the burden of power. Misjudging his children’s loyalty and finding himself alone in the wilderness, he is left to confront the mistakes of a life that has brought him to this point.


www.onscreen.rsc.org.uk

Wednesday 12th October at 7pm£15 (£13 students & under 16s)



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MONEY FOR NOTHINGMoney for Nothing was formed in 2000 as a tribute to one of the world’s premier rock bands - Dire Straits. The abundant energy and the excellence and musicality of their performance makes Money for Nothing a “must see” for any rock enthusiast or Dire Straits fan. Fronting the band is the brilliant guitarist and Mark Knopfler sound-alike Aled Williams. Behind him the line-up features top-class and experienced musicians that make this band a worthy tribute to Dire Straits. Aled and the entire band have studied Dire Straits in great depth to re-create their tribute to be as close as possible to the real thing.

www.money-for-nothing.co.uk

DAVID STARKEY presents THE KING IS DEADWith over-mighty father confessors, concealed deaths and lethal faction fights over the still-warm corpse, the Tudors died as excitingly as they lived. The lecture uncovers the astonishingly dramatic story. The UK’s leading constitutional historian, known for his forthright views, talks about the period he describes as “the most glorious soap opera , with the whole future of countries turning on what these huge personalities felt like when they got out of bed in the morning”.

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Friday 14th October at 8pm£16.50

Saturday 15th October at 7.30pm£17 (£15)

NISH KUMAR presents ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS, UNLESS YOU SHOUT THE WORDS REAL LOUDA comedy show about history, democracy & capitalism. As seen on Live at the Apollo and Have I Got News For You. Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee 2015. Rose d’Or winner – Best Radio Comedy. Sell out show 2014 & 2015.


www.nishkumar.co.uk

Friday 14th October at 7.30pm£14 (£12 students & over 60s) (in the studio)



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REMI HARRISRemi Harris is regarded by many as one of the UK’s Top Up and Coming Young Jazz Guitarists.He has toured the UK, Australia, France, Norway and Italy as well as performing at Buckingham Palace, Live on BBC Radio 2 and Radio 3. His unique style blends elements from Gypsy Swing, Jazz, Blues, Rock’n’Roll, Hip Hop and World Music. In 2014 Remi was awarded runner up in the British Jazz Awards in both the Rising Star and Guitar Category. In 2015 he was awarded runner up in the Rising Star Category and his band were runner up in the Small Group Category. In 2015 Remi was named in The Culture Trip’s “10 Young British Jazz Musicians You Should Know”

www.remiharris.com

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Saturday 15th October at 7.30pm£14 (in the studio)

VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET presents

SNOW WHITEJoin Vienna Festival Ballet on a magical journey with their unmissable production of Snow White. World premiere choreography propels this timeless fairytale and answers the question “who is the fairest one of all”? Based on the traditional Grimm brothers’ story, this ballet incorporates all the important elements – a beautiful girl, an enchanted mirror, a poisoned apple and hip-hopping dwarves who help Snow White find her Prince Charming. This spellbinding ballet promises to entertain and dazzle the whole family.

www.viennafestivalballet.com

Sunday 16th October at 2pm & 5pm£19 (£17.50 over 60s, £14.50 under 16s, Family of 4 £64)



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WORDS presents

BRUCE O’NEILL400 years after Shakespeare’s death the Director of Music at the Royal Shakespeare Company considers the pervading importance of music in Shakespeare’s plays and its influence on Stratford productions.

www.bromsgrovewords.com

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Sunday 16th October at 7.30pm£15 (£7.50 students & under 16s) (in the studio)

Monday 17th October at 6.30pm£15 (£12 students & under 16s)

ROH LIVE presents

COSI FAN TUTTE (12A)

Live screening

Mozart’s classic opera Così fan tutte puts two pairs of lovers to the test – with great music but distinctly unexpected results. For this new production, director Jan Philipp Gloger creates a richly theatrical world as the playground for this quirky comedy, where two men try to woo each other’s partners for a bet. Don Alfonso – the puppet master of this experiment in love – is here a theatre director who uses all the sets, props and tricks of his trade to invent new scenes to challenge the lovers’ affections.


Sung in Italian with English subtitles.

www.roh.org.uk/cinemas

BLOWIN’ IN THE WINDWhen Joan Baez, Bob Dylan and friends sang of love, the times certainly were a-changin’ … From Mr Tambourine Man to Sound of Silence, from Joni Mitchell’s Both Sides Now to John Lennon’s Imagine, international vocalists and multi-instrumentalists Andante, featuring Vee Sweeney and Mark Rowson, bring vibrant new interpretations to these timeless tunes and wonderful words. Come on a journey through some of the greatest songs of our time.

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Tuesday 18th October at 7.30pm£17.50 (£16.50)


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HAL CRUTTENDEN presents STRAIGHT OUTTA CRUTTENDENDue to phenomenal demand, Hal Cruttenden brings his critically acclaimed show back to Artrix. Host of Live At The Apollo and star of Radio 4, the great Hal is back, ranting about the real evils of the modern world - over sharing on social media and the 5:2 diet. The more he complains the funnier he gets.

www.halcruttenden.com


Wednesday 19th October at 8pm£18

ANGELOS & BARRY present THE NEW POWER GENERATIONAngelos Epithemiou (BBC2 Shooting Stars) and Barry From Watford (BBC Radio 2 Steve Wright) come together to discuss how to succeed in business, where they think corporations have got it right and wrong and the direction in which the financial sector is headed. But mostly they will be discussing the bookies, Londis, Crimewatch, their balls, if you can claim benefits in space, whether or not Kim Jong Un cuts his own hair and how Ban Ki Moon once nearly lost The UN in a poker game.


THE PANTALOONS presents

ROMEO & JULIETRomance. Swordfights. Potions. Tragically slow messengers… The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons give Shakespeare’s tale of ill-fated love a fresh twist! A delightfully inventive take featuring live music, audience interaction and that famous bit with the balcony. You’ll laugh until you cry…

www.thepantaloons.co.uk

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Friday 21st October at 8pm£14 (£12)

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THE PEOPLE’S THEATRE COMPANY present

DON’T DRIBBLE ON THE DRAGONTom is a toddler with a cool older brother, a secret dragon… and a dribbling problem that just won’t stop! When Tom’s endless drooling threatens to tear the brothers’ friendship apart can their dragon’s amazing magic help them put it back together again or will it only end up making things worse? Based on the fabulous new book by Steven Lee and with magic designed by the legendary Paul Daniels.

For adults and cool kids of all ages (not recommended for under 2s)

Running time approx 60mins

BARNSTORMERS COMEDYSit back and enjoy a great Saturday night out as Barnstormers Comedy’s compere introduces three top comedians from the London/National stand-up comedy circuit. Barnstormers Comedy prides itself on finding the funniest, cleverest and maybe silliest comedians out there so a great night of entertainment is guaranteed.



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Saturday 22nd October at 2pm£11 (£9 under 16s)

Saturday 22nd October at 8.30pm£14 (in the studio)

MUDIBU & THE JEZEBEL SEXTET present

TRIBUTE TO OTIS REDDINGExperience the incredible sound of Otis Redding as two of the UK’s most exciting raw soul acts join forces to create the world’s funkiest Otis tribute! Originally commissioned by Soul Cookers Records for Saint Paul Soul Jazz Festival 2008, this truly uplifting show pairs the astonishing soul vocals of Burundian singer songwriter Mudibu with Hammond and horns from The Jezebel Sextet. Every note is steeped in raw soul and funky 1960s RnB that’s guaranteed to get you on the good foot.

www.jezebelsextet.com

Saturday 22nd October at 8pm£20


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SHARK IN THE PARKTimothy Pope is looking through his telescope –but wait, is that a Shark, in the Park!? From the creative team behind Hairy Maclary & Friends - see all 3 of Nick Sharratt’s Shark in the Park books live on stage - featuring Shark in the Park, Shark in the Dark and Shark in the Park on a Windy Day – this fin-tastic, family musical follows Timothy Pope (and his telescope!) on 3 exciting adventures.

Suitable for ages 2-7 years old

Running time approx. 60mins

PETE FIRMAN presents TRIXStar of BBC1s The Magicians, ‘the UK’s leading comedy magician’ (Time Out) Pete Firman hits the road in 2016 with his astonishing new show, fresh from his 10th year at the Edinburgh Festival. Expect Pete’s trademark blend of crowd-pleasing comedy and jaw-dropping magic. Prepare to be amazed!


www.petefirman.co.uk

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Tuesday 25th October at 2pm & 4pm£11.50 (£9.50 under 16s) + Family Ticket £35 2+2 or 1+3

Wednesday 26th October at 7.30pm£15.50 (£13.50 Over 60s & students)

ZOE LYONS presents LITTLE MISFITZoe hits the road with a brand new show for 2016 after a year that has seen her appear on Live at the Apollo, The John Bishop Show and win the Chortle Best comic award. You might also recognise her from Alan Davies’ As Yet Untitled, and her regular stints on Mock the Week and The News Quiz. Not bad for a girl who has never really felt part of the gang. She was the awkward gay kid at school with a different accent and quite a severe bout of alopecia. Never easy for a girl to fit in if she is sporting a massive comb over while harbouring secret desires for Charlie’s Angels (The blonde one mostly, but with a comb over, who can afford to be fussy?). Thankfully Zoe has reached that point in her life when the thought of actually fitting in would be utterly terrifying. She doesn’t want to be in anybody’s gang, she is now far happier being a Little Misfit.


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A rare opportunity to hear all Beethoven’s string quartets in the Midlands. The Dante Quartet will play all sixteen quartets in seven concerts, with four talks introducing Beethoven, his world and his work, plus a Masterclass for Birmingham Conservatoire students run by Robin Ireland and a reading of Beethoven’s moving Heiligenstadt Testament.

Krysia Osostowicz violin

Oscar Perks violin

Yuko Inoue viola

Richard Jenkinson cello

Winner of the prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Award for chamber music in 2007, the Dante Quartet is known for the emotional intensity of its performances. The group was founded in 1995 at the International Musicians Seminar at Prussia Cove, Cornwall, and chose the name of Dante to reflect the idea of a great and challenging journey.

The quartet now has a residency at the University of Birmingham. The quartet runs its own Dante Summer Music Festival in the Tamar Valley, a beautiful area on the Devon/ Cornwall border. The Festival attracts visitors from the UK and abroad, as well as having strong roots in the local community.

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Artrix is selling tickets for individual concerts. Full information about the weekend and Saver Tickets is available at www.festiveclassics.co.uk

Friday 28th October 2016 at 5pm Opus 18 No.1 £10

Friday 28th October at 8pm Opus 18 No.3, Opus 95 Serioso & Opus 127 £20

Saturday 29th October at 10.30am The Rasumovsky Quartets Opus 59 Nos 1-3 £20

Saturday 29th October at 3.30pmOpus 18 No.5 & Opus 132 £20

Saturday 29th October at 5pm Birmingham Conservatoire Masterclass £10

Saturday 29th October at 8pm Opus 18 No.4, Opus 74 The Harp & Opus 131 £20

Sunday 30th October at 11.30am Opus 18 No.2 Opus 130 £20

Sunday 30th October at 2.30pmOpus 18 No.6, Opus 133 Grosse Fuge & Opus 135 £20

BEETHOVEN QUARTETFESTFriday 28th – Sunday 30th October

Presented by Festive Classics in association with Bromsgrove Concerts & Birmingham Conservatoire



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HALLOWEEN DRIVE-IN: BLADE (18)

After the success of the Drive-in Grease Weekend in August, you can sink your teeth into our fang-tastic Halloween Drive-in. Blade stars Wesley Snipes as a half-vampire, half-mortal man who is out to avenge his mother’s death and to rid the world of vampires. Join us for an immersive vampire horror experience – if you dare!

Please see the website or call the box office for more information.

Running time: 120mins

THE FUREYSTheir emotive songs stir many emotions….tears and laughter, sadness and joy. A Fureys concert is always a night to remember. The Fureys are responsible for some of the most stirring music ever to capture the public imagination. Their folk based music has received standing ovations in some of the biggest concert halls of the world and they credit their musical ability to their parents, Ted and Nora, who were well known musicians themselves. They encouraged their sons to play music from a very early age and there was live traditional music in their house almost nightly.

www.thefureys.com

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Sunday 30th October at 9pm£20 (per car)

Monday 31st October at 8pm£18.50

KENNETH BRANAGH LIVE presents

THE ENTERTAINER (12A)

Encore screening

Set against the backdrop of post-war Britain, John Osborne’s modern classic conjures the seedy glamour of the old music halls for an explosive examination of public masks and private torment. Rob Ashford directs Kenneth Branagh as Archie Rice in the final production for the Plays at the Garrick season.

Running time: TBC

www.branaghtheatre.com/the-entertainer

Wednesday 2nd November at 7.15pm£15 (£13 students & under 16s)



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SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL See Shakespeare performed as you’ve never seen it before! Shakespeare Schools Festival is proud to present a series of unique performances by young people from the West Midlands. Come and celebrate the future of Shakespeare with your local schools. All are welcome to this inspiring evening of theatre. Whether you are a parent, friend or another local school, SSF is a wonderful way to experience the language, magic and possibilities of Shakespeare. Shakespeare Schools Festival is the UK’s largest youth drama festival and enables over 1,000 primary, secondary, and special schools to stage abridged Shakespeare productions in their local professional theatre.

www.ssf.uk.com

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THE HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO THE FAMILYJoin writer-performer and UK poetry slam champion Ben Norris as he battles the country’s most notorious service stations and the perils of lower-league football in search of the man who became his father. In turn hilarious and moving, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Family is a poetic multimedia ramshackle road trip that asks searching questions of identity. Winner of the IdeasTap Underbelly Award 2015.


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Thursday 3rd November at 7pm£9 (£7) School Groups of 10+ £6.50

Friday 4th November at 7.30pm£12 (£10) (in the studio)

MARTIN SIMPSONThe remarkable intimate solo performances Martin gives go from strength to strength - every gig is a masterclass. He travels the length and breadth of the UK and beyond, giving rapt audiences passion, sorrow, love, beauty, tragedy and majesty through his playing. 40 years after he recorded his first album, Golden Vanity, in 1976, Martin is known as a guitarist of formidable talent. Equally at home playing English traditional folk, American folk and blues and his own compositions, he is consistently named as one of the very finest fingerstyle guitar players in the world. A virtuoso player without question, but above all Martin Simpson conveys his diverse treasure trove of material from the heart, performing with rare subtlety, intensity and honesty.

www.martinsimpson.com

Friday 4th November at 8pm£16


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BETH VYSE presents AS FUNNY AS CANCERA bodacious and ballsy look at her battle with breast cancer. Hear the tale of her Stoke-on-Trent family; The Waltons on Alcohol, her time with Nelson Mandela, acting and thieving at the Royal Shakespeare Company, settling down with Michael Jackson and finding cancer. Not to mention her producing two football teams from her womb. And all before the age of 30!


www.bethvyse.com

BABY RAVEThere will be plenty of fun, glow sticks and bubbles when Artrix hosts its second Baby Rave. This family-friendly event comes in the wake of the first Rave in July which sold out in days.Parents, carers and children can dance, wave and wriggle along as Jessie DJ plays a selection of CBeebies and 90s tracks. Sound and light levels will be suitable for young children and families can relax in the chill out area available in the Studio. 0-3 year olds will be able to try out the Soft Play area and there will be drinks, snacks and ice creams available to buy at the new Artrix Café.

Please note all children MUST be accompanied by an adult

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Saturday 5th November at 8pm£10 (in the studio)

Sunday 6th November 2pm - 4pm£5 - adults £3.00 - 6 months to 12 yearsFREE entry for 0 - 6 months (requires a ticket)

NICK ROSS ORCHESTRA presents

SOUNDS OF THE GLENN MILLER ERAThe lights soften, the mood settles. An audience waits for that first moment of sound. The Big Band is poised, relaxed, but with eyes anxious for the lead. And then, as if giving body to an echo, the murmured notes of Moonlight Serenade…and the night, it seems, is suddenly full and timeless. Recapture the sounds of a bygone era as the Nick Ross Orchestra presents ‘an unmissable evening of music and song’ – the Classic Big Band Sound of the 1940s.

www.nickrossorchestra.com

Saturday 5th November at 7.30pm£19.50 (£18.50)



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PEACOCK ANGELLRuth Angell from Derbyshire and Sid Peacock from Northern Ireland marry the bright blue shores of County Down with the High Peaks and green fields of Derbyshire. Their sound is lush, mythical, magical and multi-layered creating music inspired by beautiful places, great poets, down and outs, new arrivals and feathered friends. Their music is very much a reflection on the struggles of daily life, relationships, happiness and the surprise of nature, circumstance and the beauty found in everything. Traditional and original material is performed with honesty, passion, great story telling and a high level of craftsmanship. It will leave you wanting more.

www.peacockangell.com

BROMSGROVE CONCERTS presents

POMEGRANATE PIANO TRIOMozart Piano Trio in B Flat K502Nicholas Maw Piano Trio (1991)Schubert Piano Trio in E Flat D929

There may only be three players in a piano trio but they can still pack a punch. Mozart’s lively trio opens this concert while the Maw and Schubert trios are full melodies and drama.

www.bromsgrove-concerts.org.uk

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Saturday 12th November at 7.30pm£12 (£10) (in the studio)

Friday 11th November at 8pm£19 (£5 disabled, unemployed, students)

JONATHAN PIE: LIVE!Jonathan Pie is a respected News reporter for a respected News broadcaster but he has a problem. He has several problems. He hates his job. He hates his colleagues. But mainly he hates the f**king News. Join him for this live show where he hilariously reveals the truth behind recent News events, both home and abroad. He’ll also be discussing his own meteoric rise to mediocrity...and one imagines he’ll be venting plenty of spleen in the process.


Tuesday 8th November at 8pm£17.50


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GLENN TILBROOKThere is no denying Glenn has been pretty busy over the last couple of years - such is the continuing work ethic of a fellow who’s never been far from the action since Squeeze made their recording bow with the Packet Of Three EP in 1977. Anyone who has witnessed Glenn on the live stage can attest to the properness of his doings, as it were. Armed with ready wit, raucous vibes and a shed load of grin-inducing great songs, there are few musicians able to connect with their audience on such an immediate and warm level. The ever burgeoning festival circuit is frequently enriched by Tilbrook the troubadour, whether he be leafing through his own plentiful back pages or dashing off impromptu audience requests ranging from Jimi Hendrix to Tony Orlando & Dawn, and all points in-between.

www.glenntilbrook.com

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Tuesday 15th November at 8pm£20

JACKSONMichael Jackson is not only remembered as one of the most influential artists of all time, but many of today’s artists have been inspired by his iconic style. His career spanned nearly five decades of music, and he was continually at the forefront of popular music. Jackson Live in Concert sees long-time fan and hugely talented Ben recreate the Michael Jackson experience with his stunning rendition of all his favourite songs. Ben’s portrayal of Jackson has to be the most accurate and exciting tribute to the King of Pop to have ever toured UK theatres. Ben is joined on the stage by his incredible band and dancers who work their way through all the hits. He’s got the look, the moonwalk and the voice! His renditions of Thriller, Beat It and Billie Jean are truly sensational.

www.jacksonliveinconcert.co.uk

Sunday 13th November at 7.30pm£21.50

RAYMOND FROGGATTRaymond Froggatt is a stalwart of the music industry, a star 50 years in the making.Froggie has spent 50 years treading the boards, writing and singing songs that have been covered by so many other artists. Songwriter for Sir Cliff Richard for ten years, the Dave Clark Five covered one of Froggie’s compositions back in the day and had a massive hit record.His concerts are sold out across the country and abroad, Froggie writes and sings his own songs mesmerising his audience, making them laugh with one of his many stories or cry with emotion with a song that touches the heart like no other.

www.raymond-froggatt.com

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Saturday 12th November at 8pm£20



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MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE presents WHY THE LONG FACE?“I was born with a long face and now there’s UKIP and Putin and being single and Islamic State and George Osborne and Paul Dacre of the Daily bastard Mail and tax dodging corporations and the bloody election and did I mention being single?”. One of Britain’s finest comedians and broadcasters, Marcus’s talent was noted early on in his career in 1996 when he won the BBC New Comedian Award at the Edinburgh Festival. He is now regarded as a major comedy, writing and acting talent, performing stand up nationally to sell out audiences around the UK and globally at international comedy festivals.


www.marcusbrigstocke.com

ROBINSON-STONE present

CLIFFORD T.WARDBack by popular demand Robinson-Stone return with The Life and Music of Clifford T Ward - their tribute to one of England’s greatest singer songwriters. It will be a night of live music telling the story of Clifford’s life through his timeless songs. The Brothers Danny and Dean, accompanied by sister Leyna, will be performing some of Cliff’s most memorable tracks including Home Thoughts From Abroad, Gaye and The Best is Yet To Come, as well as some rare unreleased material. Join them on this special evening to look back on Clifford’s inspiring legacy.

www.robinson-stone.com

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Saturday 19th November at 7.30pm£16

LADY MAISERYIn an English folk scene currently bursting with bold and innovative folk music, vocal trio Lady Maisery shine brightly. With their unique approach to harmony singing and thoughtful, striking arrangements of both traditional repertoire and original compositions, Lady Maisery are skilful explorers of the power, beauty and vitality of folk song. Each member is also an accomplished instrumentalist, they expertly create a rich tapestry of fiddle, banjo, harp, concertina, accordion and foot percussion. The trio are also one of the foremost English proponents of traditional mouth music, or “diddling”, a form of singing without words which is a perfect showcase for their sheer musicality.

www.ladymaisery.com

Thursday 17th November at 8pm£15


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PETER KNIGHT’S GIGSPANNERSince his departure from folk-rock pioneers Steeleye Span at the end of 2013, legendary fiddle player Peter Knight has turned his full attention to his trio Gigspanner. They have firmly established their burgeoning reputation as one of the most innovative acts on the folk/roots scene, garnering along the way a reputation for dismantling traditional music and song and reassembling it in an intriguing, imaginative and beautiful way. Peter is joined by Roger Flack on guitar and Vincent Salzfaas on percussion, both of whom are powerful and intelligent musicians in their own right.

www.gigspanner.com

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Wednesday 23rd November at 8pm£17

AUSTENTATIOUSAustentatious are saddling the horses for a Grand Tour! Join the all-star cast as they improvise a brand new Jane Austen work before your very eyes, based on a single audience suggestion. Previous ‘lost’ masterpieces have included Sixth Sense & Sensibility, Double 0 Darcy and Mansfield Shark. No two shows are ever the same! Performed in period costume with live musical accompaniment, Austentatious is a Regency treat. Hold on to your bonnets: this hilarious show is not to be missed. (Swooning guaranteed)

www.austentatiousimpro.com

Thursday 24th November at 8pm£14 (£12)

MARTIN TURNER EX WISHBONE ASHAn evening of classic Wishbone Ash music...and beyond. Wishbone Ash were one of the most enduring and best loved British rock acts and its name is synonymous with high quality guitar-driven melodic rock music as featured on classic album releases such as Argus and Live Dates. Founding lead vocalist and key creative force Martin Turner continues to perform the band’s best loved works. The tour introduces brand new music from the acclaimed new album Written in the Stars, alongside stage favourites and classic album cuts from the extensive Wishbone Ash repertoire.

www.martinturnermusic.com

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Tuesday 22nd November at 8pm£17.50



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THINK FLOYDThe brand new production features The Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here - arguably two the most influential albums of all time. These masterpieces will be performed from start to finish, along with classic Pink Floyd from Syd Barrett through to The Division Bell. Think Floyd take enormous pride in recreating all the atmosphere, visual magnitude and musical excellence of Pink Floyd, live on stage and their production is backed by a dedicated team of sound and lighting engineers. The thrilling concert atmosphere is enhanced with an impressive laser light show, and together with the sheer energy of the band, promises a first-class evening of pure Pink Floyd.

www.thinkfloyd.net

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THE AUSTRALIAN BALLET presents

CINDERELLAEncore screening

Witty, vibrant, glamorous and romantic, Alexei Ratmansky’s Cinderella will sweep you off your feet. After a sell-out season, this stunning production comes to cinemas to bewitch us. Hailed as “effervescent and fun as festive champagne” [Daily Telegraph] and “exquisite from start to finish” [Crikey] - if you’ve never experienced the magic of ballet before, see why Cinderella is the perfect fit!


Saturday 26th November at 1pm£15 (£13 students & under 16s)


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NYA’S HOUSE OF SOULOne definition of soul is “the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being...regarded as immortal”. That’s what soul music is...immortal. You are invited to Nya’s house of soul, a celebration of the emotive, thought provoking, uplifting and immortal music that stirs our inner being, songs that have become essential to the soundtracks of our lives. With her incredible live band and singers, plus a couple of special guest appearances, Nya King performs soul classics, old and new. Hope you feel at home in her house of soul.

OUTSPOKENOutspoken are Artrix’s new resident performance company making socially engaged work with and for young people. Artrix have partnered with Birmingham City University who are providing a pathway to employment for their graduates. The first of Outspoken’s pieces of work will explore young relationships, sexual health and issues of ‘respect’ through a fusion of spoken word, dance, music and digital technology. The school performances will be free to school audiences, years 9-12.

More information to follow on the website.

FREE School performancesWednesday 30th November 10.30am & 1pm,Thursday 1st December 10.30am & 1pm

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Sunday 27th November at 7.30pm£15 (£12)

PUBLIC Wednesday 30th November & Thursday 1st December at 7pm £6 (£5)

BARNSTORMERS COMEDYSit back and enjoy a great Saturday night out as Barnstormers Comedy’s compere introduces three top comedians from the London/National stand-up comedy circuit. Barnstormers Comedy prides itself on finding the funniest, cleverest and maybe silliest comedians out there so a great night of entertainment is guaranteed.



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Saturday 26th November at 8.30pm£14 (in the studio)


Dec 2 Mi Luna

Dec 3 Sunny Ormonde

Dec 8 The Nutcracker: Royal Ballet Live screening

Dec 9 Abba Forever

Dec 10 Winter Mountain

Dec 11 The Nutcracker: Royal Ballet matinee screening

Dec 13 Seann Walsh

Dec 16 Robin Hood & The- 23 Babes In The Wood: All & Sundry

Dec 18 Where’s My Igloo Gone?

Dec 24 Santa Saves Christmas

Dec 29 Zorro’s Christmas Adventure

Dec 31 NYE with The Beat Brothers

Jan 6 The Johnny Cash Roadshow

Jan 7 King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys

Jan 8 The Rat Pack with Anita Harris

Jan 11 The Tempest: RSC screening

Jan 13 Navarra String Quartet

Jan 14 Justin Moorhouse

Jan 15 The Jungle Book: Oddsocks

Jan 20 Counterfeit Stones& 21

Jan 28 Simon Weston

Feb 3 Mark Bebbington

Feb 4 John Otway

Feb 5 T.Rextasy

Feb 11 The Blues Band

Feb 11 PerKelt

Feb 17 Andy Fairweather Low

Feb 21 Lady Chatterley’s Lover: Blue Orange Theatre

Feb 25 The Style Councillors

Mar 4 Croft & Pearce

Mar 4 Surf’s Up

Mar 17 Howard Jones

Mar 25 Kit Holmes

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Images (clockwise from top left): Howard Jones, Croft & Pearce, Justin Moorhouse, PerKelt.


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SwallowS and amazonS (PG)

Fri 23rd September at 11am, Sun 25th at 7pm, Mon 26th & Tues 27th at 7.30pm (Mon 26th HH)with Kelly Macdonald & Rafe Spall. 97mins • Swallows and Amazons is based on the classic book by Arthur Ransome.

The marTian (12a)

Outdoor cinema at Avoncroft

Fri 2nd September Doors open: 7.45pm, Film 8.30pm, £7 (£5)with Matt Damon & Jessica Chastain. 144mins • An astronaut becomes stranded on Mars and must find a way to signal to Earth.

Café SoCieTy (12a)

Fri 30th September at 11am, Mon 3rd & Thurs 6th October at 7.30pmwith Jesse Eisenberg & Kristen Stewart. 96mins • A young Bronx native moves to Hollywood where he falls in love with the secretary of his uncle, an agent to the stars.

GhoSTbuSTerS (12a)

Fri 9th September at 11am & 7.30pm, Sat 10th at 11am (RS), Sun 11th at 7pmwith Melissa McCarthy & Kristen Wiig. 116mins • Following a ghost invasion of Manhattan, the Ghostbusters must band together to stop the otherworldly threat.

SinG STreeT (12a)

Tues 13th & Weds 14th September at 7.30pmwith Ferdia Walsh-Peelo & Aidan Gillen. 106mins • A boy growing up in Dublin during the 1980s starts a band to impress the mysterious girl he likes.

noTeS on blindneSS (u)

Mon 19th & Wed 21st September at 7.30pm (Mon 19th AD) with Dan Renton Skinner & John Hull. 90mins • When John Hull went blind, he began keeping a diary on audiocassette to make sense of the upheaval in his life.

our Kind of TraiTor (15)

Fri 2nd September at 11am & Mon 5th at 7.30pm with Ewan McGregor, Naomie Harris & Stellan Skarsgård. 108mins • A couple are caught between the Russian mafia and the MI6.

Cinema aT arTrix Please note new prices from 1st September

Cinema Prices (unless otherwise stated). Standard: £7 (£6)Family Screenings before 5pm: All tickets £4.50 each. Friday matinees £6.50 (£5.50 senior citizens) including tea/coffee and biscuit. RELAXED SCREENING (AS): Family screening for audiences with special needs and with their carers with space for wheelchairs and freedom to move and vocalise.TITLED SCREENING (HH): English language screenings subtitled for the hard of hearing. Full details of the season’s films can be found on www.artrix.co.uk

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aliCe in wonderland (u)

Part of the Wonderland Family Fun Palace

Sun 2nd October at 1pm 75mins• Lewis Carroll’s beloved fantasy tale is brought to life in this 1951 Disney animated classic.

bridGeT JoneS’S baby (cert TbC)

Fri 7th October at 11am, Tues 11th at 7.30pm, Fri 14th at 11amwith Renée Zellweger & Colin Firth. Time tbc • Breaking up with Mark Darcy leaves Bridget Jones over 40, pregnant and single again.


The bfG (PG)

Sun 23rd & Mon 24th October at 2pmwith Ruby Barnhill & Mark Rylance. 117mins • A girl encounters the Big Friendly Giant who turns out to be a kindhearted soul.

florenCe foSTer JenKinS (PG)

Thurs 27th October at 2pm 110mins • Come along early to enjoy a light lunch prepared and served from 12.30pm by Bromsgrove NSPCC. Money raised will support their work with local children and Childline. Lunch tickets: £6.

new year’S eVe ParTySaturday 31st december

See in The new yearaT arTrix wiTh ThebeaT broTherS

More details coming soon

deCember aT arTrix 2 Mi Luna

3 Sunny Ormonde

7 What The Dickens?!

8 & 11 The Nutcracker: Royal

9 Abba Forever

10 Winter Mountain

13 Seann Walsh

18 Where’s My Igloo Gone?

24 Santa Saves Christmas

29 Zorro’s Christmas Adventure

All & Sundry’s traditional family pantomime16th – 23rd December (except 19th). Please see the website for more information.

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ARTRIX YOUTH THEATRELed by Mel DykesJUNIOR SECTION Ages 6-9 years Tuesdays 5.30-7pm £80 per termSep 20th – Nov 29th (No session Oct 25th)SENIOR SECTION Ages 10-16 years Saturdays 1.30pm-4pm £120 per termSep 24th – Dec 3rd (No session Oct 29th)• Artrix Youth Theatre is a dynamic devising company for children and young people who love to perform or who want to learn about producing shows in a real theatre. Each term we work around a chosen theme or issue, devising original scenes, exploring physical theatre, creating characters and working together to perform. No experience is necessary and we are an inclusive company, welcoming everyone with an interest in theatre!

SONGSTARS SHOWCHOIRLed by Estelle WilliamsSep 22nd – Dec 1st (No session Oct 27th)LITTLE SONGSTARS Ages 5-9 years Thursdays 6pm-7pm £40 per term• Especially for youngsters who love to sing along with the radio and popular show tunes, this group welcomes those with plenty of bounce!JUNIOR SONGSTARS Ages 10-16 years Thursdays 7pm-8pm £40 per term• Join our sparkling young singing sensations to learn vocal techniques and sing some great pop songs, show and film tunes.

SENSORY PLAY SESSIONS FOR BABIES AND TODDLERSFirst Friday of the month with a different sensory theme each month 9.30am 8 weeks to 9 months or actively crawling10.30am 9 – 24 months, actively crawling and walking • £6.50 per child per sessionFridays Sep 2nd, Oct 7th & Nov 4th• Sensory play includes any activity that stimulates a young child’s senses: touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing. Sensory activities facilitate exploration and naturally encourage children to use scientific processes while they play, create, investigate and explore. Each session will consist of a number of activities including movement to music and multi-sensory play.

THEATRE TRAINAge groups 6-9, 9-12 & 13-18Saturdays 10am-1pm• Theatretrain provides high quality training for young people in the performing arts and offers first class opportunities to perform in local and National theatres. Theatretrain is for young people aged between 6 and 18 years. Students are given the highest quality tuition in Acting, Singing and dance for an all- round performance. (Hire) www.theatretrain.co.uk

ARTRIX YOUNG REPAges 14-19Wednesdays 5pm-7pm £110 per termSep 21st – Dec 7th (No session Oct 26th)• The Birmingham Repertory Theatre and Artrix are working together on a new youth theatre company for young people aged 14-19. You will develop your acting, voice and improvisation skills, as well as your understanding of theatre in general. Being a member of this company will give you access to performance opportunities at both Artrix and The REP. You will work with a professional theatre maker to create and produce contemporary theatre that will be thought-provoking, vibrant and fun.

TRANSLUCENT DANCE ENSEMBLEArtrix now has its own resident youth dance company, Translucent Dance Ensemble. For details of performances see www.artrix.co.uk

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DRAMATIC WRITING COURSELed by Caroline JesterMondays 6.30pm-8.30pm £100 per term, Age 16+Sep 19th – Oct 24th • If you’re new to dramatic writing or want to find innovative ways to develop your scripts this course is for you. We’ll investigate where stories come from, the characters that inhabit them, the best locations to find them in and the structures that support the narrative. Caroline Jester is a writer, dramaturg and educator. She was Dramaturg and Literary Manager at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre and has written a number of playwriting publications.

SONGSTARS ADULT SHOWCHOIRLed by Estelle WilliamsAge 16+ (No upper limit!)Thursdays 8pm-9.30pm £65 per termSep 22nd – Dec 1st (No session Oct 27th)• Join our sparkling singing sensations to learn vocal techniques, sing some great pop songs, show and film tunes and prepare for fun performances! No experience needed, just lots of energy and a voice!

ADULT BALLETLed by Helen LewisSep 20th – Nov 29th (No session Oct 25th)INTERMEDIATE CLASS Tuesdays 7.10pm-8.10pm £55 per term• A fun and friendly class for those who have

some previous experience of ballet. Classes include warm ups and barre work, floor exercises and some pointe work if appropriate.BEGINNERS CLASS Tuesdays8.20pm-9.20pm £55 per term• An excellent introduction to ballet for those who have never tried it before or who feel their skills may need refreshing! Great if you’d like to tone up and improve your posture.

BELLY DANCING ALL ABILITIESLed by Tracey GriffithsWednesdays 7pm-8.30pm £65 per termSep 21st – Nov 30th (No session Oct 26th)• This course is for beginners and beyond, learning moves that will build in to a beautiful choreography, whether you are a complete beginner or an improver you’ll love what your body will achieve. Belly dance is an ancient art form that although low impact, builds core strength, increases flexibility and tones your body through dynamic shimmies and hip drops to gentle mesmerising fluid undulations.

Family Fun DAYS

WONDERLAND FAMILY FUN PALACE

Sunday 2nd October Family Activities 10.30am-1pmMad Science Show 11am & 12 noonAlice in Wonderland Film 1pm• Fun Palaces are about creating and making together: they are a space where arts and sciences, fun and learning meet. Artrix will be full of magical activities in the foyer, Mad Science in the studio and Alice in Wonderland (U) in the cinema. Come and see!

DIWALI FAMILY FUN DAY

Part of Family Arts Festival Sunday 23rd OctoberFamily Activities & Stalls 10.30am-3pm • Diwali is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists. The Festival of Lights reaffirms the things in life that matter most. Join us for fun family activities, crafts and Indian food. There will be performances of Indian dance and music to watch. Organised in partnership with Bromsgrove’s Indian Community. Supported by Bromsgrove District Council.


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Artrix is a charity and we are committed to supporting the next generation of artists and audience members as we enter our next decade.

Alongside its varied calendar of performances and screenings, Artrix has a vibrant Learning and Engagement programme which works with all ages in the community, in schools, colleges and youth groups. Please help us to continue this important work and enable us to undertake further more challenging projects with marginalised and vulnerable young people.

Our fundraising target for this year is £11,000, and we need your help to achieve that goal.

All donations will go towards supporting our projects with young people.

You can donate at the Box Office, online at www.artrix.co.uk or via the donation boxes in the foyer. If you are a UK tax payer, don’t forget to gift aid your donation too.

Thank you!



EMBROIDERERS GUILD: Capability Brown Landscapes

Thursday 1st – Sunday 25th September

2016 marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown and this is an opportunity to see a display of unique and specially created textile work based around the typically English scene of landscapes and stately gardens. Embroiderers’ Guild aims to nurture an enjoyment of embroidery and enable anyone to participate at any level, whether young people learning to stitch, professional artists or someone who simply appreciates fabric and thread.www.embroiderersguild.com

Exhibitions at Artrix

ARt In MInDS FOUnDAtIOn: Art of Conversation

Wednesday 28th September – Sunday 23rd October

Art in Minds Foundation (AIMs) - supporting adults in Worcestershire with lived experience of mental ill-health. Members further their personal creative practice through studio groups and skills based workshops. On World Mental Health Day each year they exhibit member’s work to raise awareness and encourage openness around the subject of mental health. Exhibiting the work helps to raise participants’ confidence and self-esteem.www.artinminds.org.uk

5 CUBED: Finding Fresh Paths

Wednesday 26th October – Sunday 20th November

5 Cubed, is a group of four mature, contemporary artists who trained together and exhibit regularly. Their most recent exhibition entitled Diverse Perceptions focussed on their differences as artists In this exhibition they explore, how, by carrying their art practice forward, they are challenging themselves to find possible new ways of thinking and creating.

BILLY BAKER: Sunrise to Sunset

Wednesday 23rd November – Tuesday 3rd January

The focus of this collection of artwork is the interpretation of familiar places of beauty using the strong use of colour, creating dreamlike, atmospheric and dramatic imagery.Artist statement: ’I wanted to capture a sense of movement of the elements, particularly the inspiring and reflective nature of the sky and to evoke a spiritual realisation of a sense of connection to the land or sea.’

www.billybakerart.co.uk

The Artrix gallery brings the best in challenging new work to Bromsgrove in its monthly exhibition programme of 2D, 3D and mixed media artwork.

Admission is free and is open 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday and on performance evenings.


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Useful informationACCESS We welcome people with disabilities and are committed to ensuring that your visit is easy, enjoyable and straight-forward. We have level access to the main foyer, an adapted toilet on the ground and top floors and an induction loop system for the hard of hearing in the stalls (turn your hearing aid to the t position). Wheelchair spaces are available in the auditorium on the ground floor and in the side galleries via a lift: please make your requirements known when booking.

MAILING LIST You can join our mailing list by completing the form on the Artrix website.

REFUNDS Tickets cannot be refunded unless an event is cancelled. There is a £3 administration charge per transaction for ticket exchanges.

INFANTS For suitable events, free admission is available for infants up to two years old. Otherwise a valid ticket must be held.

LATECOMERS Latecomers may have to wait for a break in the performance to be seated.

CONCESSIONS Concessionary ticket prices (in brackets) apply to children, students in full time education, senior citizens, registered disabled and those on benefits - unless otherwise stated. Proof of eligibility is required.

SEATING Unless otherwise noted, events are fully seated.

HIRE Events marked HIRE have been booked by outside companies or organisations, including amateur and semi-professional performers.

DIRECTIONS

By car: Leave the A38 (Bromsgrove Eastern bypass) at the Premier Inn/Brewer’s Fayre roundabout onto Slideslow Drive, B60 1GN (beware, this post code does not work on all SatNavs). Ample free parking is available adjacent to the venue.

By foot: from the town centre: We are at the end of School Drive, off Stratford Road.

BOOKING INFORMATION - HOW TO BOOK

In person Our box office is normally open from 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday and for one hour prior to ticketed events.

By post Send details of your ticket requirements to Artrix, School Drive, Bromsgrove, B60 1AX.

By telephone Call us on 01527 577330. Credit/debit card bookings can be made 10am-4pm Monday - Saturday.

Online Go to www.artrix.co.uk and click Book Online or Book.

A fee of £2 per booking is payable for tickets costing over £7 made by post, phone or online.

ARTRIX RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ADMISSION AND, IF UNAVOIDABLE, TO MAKE ALTERATIONS TO THE PROGRAMME WITHOUT NOTICE.

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SEPTEMBERThurs 1 Embroiderers’ Guild exhibition starts 8pm The Simon & Garfunkel StoryFri 2 9.30 & 10.30am Baby Sensory 11am Our Kind Of Traitor (15)Sat 3 8pm The Bootleg Sixties Sun 4 7.30pm The Bootleg Sixties Mon 5 7.30pm Our Kind Of Traitor (15)Tues 6 CLOSEDWeds 7 7pm NT Live: The Deep Blue Sea (12A)Thurs 8 9pm One More Time With Feeling (18)Fri 9 11am Ghostbusters (12A) 7.30pm Ghostbusters (12A)Sat 10 11am Ghostbusters (12A) (RS) 7.30pm Mitch Benn (studio) 8pm The Official Receivers Sun 11 2.30pm Comedy With Cake (café) 7pm Ghostbusters (12A) 7.30pm WORDS: Lucy Brett (studio)Mon 12 7.30pm Licensed To Rhyme (café)Tues 13 7.30pm Sing Street (12A)Weds 14 7.30pm Sing Street (12A)Thurs 15 7.30pm Opera Australia: Turandot (12A)Fri 16 8pm LynchedSat 17 7.30pm All & Sundry: Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf (studio)

8pm Gary DelaneySun 18 7pm Shazia Mirza 7.30pm All & Sundry: Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf (studio)Mon 19 6.30pm Dramatic Writing Course starts 7.30pm Notes On Blindness (U) (AD)

Tues 20 Artrix Youth Theatre Juniors starts Adult Ballet starts 8pm The BlueswaterWeds 21 Young Rep Starts

Belly Dancing starts 7.30pm Notes On Blindness (U)Thurs 22 SongStars Showchoir starts 7.15pm NT Live: The Threepenny Opera (15)Fri 23 11am Swallows & Amazons (tbc) 8pm MOrganisationSat 24 Artrix Youth Theatre Seniors starts 8pm Take That Experience 8.30pm Barnstormers Comedy (studio)Sun 25 2pm Blunderbus: Sorcerer’s Apprentice 7pm Swallows & Amazons (tbc) 7.30pm Dean Friedman (studio)Mon 26 7.30pm Swallows & Amazons (tbc)Tues 27 7.30pm Swallows & Amazons (tbc)Weds 28 Art in Minds exhibition starts 7pm RSC Live: Cymbeline (12A)Thurs 29 7pm WiFi WarsFri 30 11am Café Society (12A) 7pm Scratch Night (studio) 8pm Graham Parker & Brinsley Schwarz

ocToBERSat 1 7.30pm Gordon Hendricks as Elvis SOLD OUT

8pm Ellie Taylor (studio)Sun 2 10.30am - 1pm Wonderland Family Fun Palace 11am & 12noon Mad Science 1pm Alice In Wonderland (U) 7.30pm Gordon Hendricks as ElvisMon 3 7.30pm Café Society (12A)

Tues 4 7pm Australian Ballet: The Sleeping Beauty (12A)

Weds 5 8pm One Man Star WarsThurs 6 7.30pm Café Society (tbc)Fri 7 9.30 & 10.30am Baby Sensory 11am Bridget Jones’s Baby (tbc) 7.30pm Queer’Say (studio) 8pm Bromsgrove Concerts: Sacconi QuartetSat 8 7.30pm Kerry Godliman (studio) 8pm Heidi TalbotSun 9 7.30pm The Big Band 8pm Ange Hardy & Lukas Drinkwater (studio)

Mon 10 7.30pm Licensed To Rhyme (café)Tues 11 7.30pm Bridget Jones’s Baby (tbc)Weds 12 7pm RSC Live: King Lear (12A)Thurs 13 8pm JimeoinFri 14 11am Bridget Jones’s Baby (tbc) 7.30pm Nish Kumar (studio) 8pm Money For NothingSat 15 7.30pm Remi Harris (studio) 7.30pm David StarkeySun 16 2pm & 5pm Vienna Festival Ballet: Snow White 7.30pm Bruce O’Neill: WORDS (studio)Mon 17 6.30pm ROH Live: Cosi Fan Tutte (12A)Tues 18 7.30pm Blowin’ In The WindWeds 19 8pm Hal CruttendenThurs 20 8pm Angelos & BarryFri 21 11am Free State Of Jones (tbc) 8pm Pantaloons: Romeo & JulietSat 22 2pm Don’t Dribble On The Dragon 8pm Mudibu: Otis Redding tribute 8.30pm Barnstormers Comedy (studio)


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LIVE EVENTS FILM PROGRAMME ExHIBITIONS WORKSHOPS

Sun 23 10.30 - 3pm Diwali Family Fun Day 2pm The BFG (PG)Mon 24 2pm The BFG (PG)Tues 25 2pm & 4pm Shark In The Park 7.30pm Free State Of Jones (tbc)Weds 26 5 Cubed exhibition starts 7.30pm Pete FirmanThurs 27 2pm Florence Foster Jenkins (PG) 8pm Zoe LyonsFri 28 Beethoven QuartetfestSat 29 Beethoven QuartetfestSun 30 Beethoven Quartetfest 9pm Drive-in Halloween: Blade (18)Mon 31 8pm The Fureys

NoVEMBERTues 1 7.30pm Free State Of Jones (tbc)Weds 2 7.15pm Kenneth Branagh: The Entertainer (12A)

Thurs 3 7pm Shakespeare Schools FestivalFri 4 9.30 & 10.30am Baby Sensory 11am Free State Of Jones (tbc) 7.30pm Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Family (studio)

8pm Martin SimpsonSat 5 7.30pm Nick Ross Orchestra 8pm Beth Vyse (studio)Sun 6 2pm Baby RaveMon 7 7.30pm Licensed To Rhyme (café)Tues 8 8pm Jonathan PieWeds 9 7.30pm FILM (tbc)Thurs 10 7.30pm FILM (tbc)Fri 11 11am FILM (tbc) 8pm Bromsgrove Concerts:

Pomegranate Piano TrioSat 12 7.30pm Peacock Angell (studio) 8pm Raymond FroggattSun 13 7.30pm JacksonMon 14 7.30pm FILM (tbc)Tues 15 8pm Glenn TilbrookWeds 16 FILM (tbc)Thurs 17 8pm Lady MaiseryFri 18 11am FILM (tbc) 8pm Marcus BrigstockeSat 19 7.30pm Robinson StoneSun 20 CLOSEDMon 21 8pm Jon Richardson SOLD OUTTues 22 8pm Martin TurnerWeds 23 Billy Baker exhibition starts 8pm GigspannerThurs 24 8pm AustentatiousFri 25 8pm Think FloydSat 26 1pm Australian Ballet: Cinderella (12A) 7.30pm FILM (tbc) 8.30pm Barnstormers Comedy (studio)Sun 27 7.30pm Nya’s House Of SoulMon 28 CLOSEDTues 29 CLOSEDWeds 30 10.30am, 1pm & 7pm Outspoken

DEcEMBERThurs 1 10.30am, 1pm & 7pm OutspokenFri 2 11am FILM (tbc) 8pm Bromsgrove Concerts: Mi LunaSat 3 7.30pm Sunny Ormonde (studio)Sun 4 Bromsgrove School Of DanceMon 5 FILM (tbc)Tues 6 FILM (tbc)

Weds 7 8pm Foghorn: What The Dickens?!Thurs 8 7.15pm Royal Ballet Live: The Nutcracker (12A)

Fri 9 11am FILM (tbc) 8pm Abba ForeverSat 10 7.30pm Gordon Hendricks as Elvis 8pm Winter Mountain (studio)Sun 11 2pm Royal Ballet Live: The Nutcracker (12A)

Mon 12 FILM (tbc)Tues 13 8pm Seann WalshWeds 14 CLOSEDThurs 15 CLOSEDFri 16 11am FILM (tbc) 7pm A&S: Robin HoodSat 17 2pm & 7pm A&S: Robin HoodSun 18 2pm & 7pm A&S: Robin HoodMon 19 10.30am – 2pm Festive Craft 2pm Happy Feet (U) 7.30pm FILM (tbc)Tues 20 7pm A&S: Robin HoodWeds 21 7pm A&S: Robin Hood Thurs 22 7pm A&S: Robin HoodFri 23 2pm & 7pm A&S: Robin HoodSat 24 10.30am Santa Saves ChristmasSun 25 CLOSEDMon 26 CLOSEDTues 27 CLOSEDWeds 28 CLOSEDThurs 29 2.30pm Little English: Zorro’s Christmas Adventure (studio)

Fri 30 CLOSEDSat 31 NYE Party with The Beat Brothers

Artrix will be closed from Monday 22nd August to Thursday 1st September.

For the latest events please see www.artrix.co.uk. For information on films in November and December please see the website or the leaflets available in Artrix.



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