THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT!
Looking for things to do in Surrey this March? From live music and dancing to stand-up comedy and musical theatre – discover a chronicle of all things arts, crafts and entertainment with our guide to what’s on.
POP-UP CONSERVATION STUDIO / FROM MARCH 1 / POLESEDEN LACEY, DORKING
Visit Polesden Lacey’s pop-up conservation studio and discover the detailed work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure the longevity of many a historical item. With a different focus each month, learn all about conservation and even have a go yourself!
For more information, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk
VINTAGE POSTERS / MARCH 1 / EWBANK’S AUCTION HOUSE, WOKING
If you’ve not enjoyed the thrill and excitement of an auction room, may we suggest you try this fabulous Vintage Poster Auction at Ewbank’s, based on the outskirts of Woking to start you off? Browse through the vintage movie and music posters, and find the perfect piece to hang on your wall.
For more information, visit www.ewbanksauctions.co.uk
PAINTING & DRAWING COURSE / MARCH 2 – 16 / WATTLE & DAUB, GODALMING
Looking for a new hobby? Hoping to brush up on some skills? Sign up and take part in a series of three two-hour long workshops with Watts Gallery Artist in Residence Charlie Betts, with a focus on the 19th-century creative duo of artist Mary Watts and garden designer Gertrude Jekyll and their love for nature, plants, and landscape.
For more information, visit www.wattleanddaubhome.co.uk
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW / MARCH 4 – 9 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Damn it, Janet! The world’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll musical is back, by popular demand, to thrill you once again for a night of all things naughty and raunchy. Following over 40 years of worldwide productions, Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show is a non-stop party! Put on your glad-rags and get ready to sing and dance the night away.
For more information, visit www.atgtickets.com/woking
CHARITY PANCAKE RACE / MARCH 5 / JUBILEE SQUARE, WOKING
For some flippin’ fabulous fun, gather a gang of four of your finest tossers at midday, and head for Jubilee square in Woking to take part in a charity pancake race. Raise money for local charities, and feast on pancakes aplenty.
For more information, visit www.celebratewoking.info
BRIGHT CLUB / MARCH 6 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
At Bright Club comedians and musicians share the bill with scientists and researchers, who have prodded and probed their work, extracted the humour, and are ready to share the results with a friendly crowd. Be a bright spark and book yourself a seat.
For more information, visit www.theboileroom.net
JEREMY VINE: WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON?! / MARCH 8 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
With one of the most listened-to radio shows in the country, along with his new show on Channel 5, Jeremy Vine has been there, done that and got the inside scoop on many a household headline. Spend the evening with Mr. Vine as he discusses just ‘What the Hell is Going On?!’
For more information, visit www.farnhammaltings.com
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY / MARCH 8 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON
With equality a key concern for both G F and Mary Watts, where better to spend International Women’s Day than by celebrating at Watts Gallery and Artists’ Village? Enjoy a day of inspiring talks and creative workshops. The evening sees a new opera, Her Father’s Voice, exploring the early years of 17th-century Venetian composer Barbara Strozzi.
For more information, visit www.wattsgallery.co.uk
THE URBAN VOODOO MACHINE / MARCH 8 / SUBURBS AT THE HOLROYD, GUILDFORD
Get ready to party with the Urban Voodoo Machine, as they bring their brand of big beats and gypsy blues to Suburbs at The Holroyd this month. Enjoy non-stop skiffle sounds to stomp and singalong to all night long.
For more information, visit www.theholroydarms.com
SHADE DISCO: THE SHAPESHIFTERS / MARCH 9 / THIRTY3HZ, GUILDFORD
Best known for their 2006 floor-filler ‘Lola’s Theme’, Shapeshifters come to town to test out the Thirty3Hz sound system for your partying pleasure. Pick up your tickets quick and expect a sell-out.
For more information, visit www.thirty3hz.com
COMEDIANS WITH BOOKS / MARCH 9 / THE STAR INN, GUILDFORD
Literature and laughter come together for an evening’s entertainment in The Back Room of The Star Inn in Guildford this month. Join stand-up comedians and authors Paul Kerensa, Rosie Wilby, Matt Parker and Aiden Goatley as they wax lyrical about their latest literary offerings – with a lot of laughter on the side.
For more information, visit www.guildfordfringe.com
FLO & JOAN / MARCH 9 / DORKING HALLS
You may know them as the sisters who sing songs about building societies for promotional purposes, but what you might not know is that the musical comedy duo of Flo & Joan will be coming to Dorking Halls with a collection of wonderfully witty ditties.
For more information, visit www.dorkinghalls.co.uk
MARCH OF THE MODS / MARCH 9 – 10 / THE FIERY BIRD, WOKING
Enjoy the stylish sounds of the Mods with a weekend of live music at The Fiery Bird in Woking. In aid of Teenage Cancer Trust, catch local bands and DJs playing all your favourite Mod, Ska, New-Wave and Northern Soul tunes, as well as catching a Scooter Ride Out with the Surrey Road Runners.
For more information, visit www.fierybirdvenue.org.uk
GUILDFORD SWING JAM / MARCH 10 / THE STAR INN, GUILDFORD
Guildford’s brand-new monthly swing jam takes place in The Back Room of The Star Inn for a celebration of live music and dancing. Lindy-hop and jive your way through a Sunday afternoon, suitably dressed to impress potential dance partners and like-minded lovers of all things swing.
For more information, visit www.guildfordfringe.com
ROUGH CROSSING / MARCH 11 – 16 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Tom Stoppard’s brilliantly calamitous tale of two playwrights sailing on an Ocean Liner headed for New York is brought to the stage of the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford this March. Join stars John Partridge (EastEnders, Celebrity Masterchef) and Olivier Award-nominee Charlie Stemp for some funny business aboard a boat.
For more information, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
CIRCUIT COMEDY CLUB / MARCH 12 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Electric Theatre’s monthly get-together of giggle-makers returns this month with a typically hysterical line-up sought out for your laughing pleasure. Catch Yazz Fetto, Neil Braeman, Tom Houghton and Susan Murray as they vie for your audible tones of approval.
For more information, visit www.electric.theatre
TINDER (THE COMEDY) / MARCH 15 / EPSOM PLAYHOUSE
Whether you swipe left or swipe right this brand new comedy, written by Stuart Thomas, is the perfect tonic for anyone who’s ever had an unexpected encounter on a dating app. Join lifelong friends Shaz and Kaz as they look to give best mate Maz the perfect online make-over in order to attract the man of her dreams.
For more information, visit www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk
GAME OF BONES / MARCH 15 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
For fans of classic film and TV scores, be sure to join Trombone superstar Gordon Campbell and the Junction 4 Big Band as they take you on a journey through timeless tunes typically found on our screens.
For more information, visit www.electric.theatre
VINTAGE FASHION FAIR / MARCH 16 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Vintage joie de vivre! Spend a leisurely Saturday browsing and buying from the many stalls of beautiful vintage clothing, shoes, handbags, hats, jewellery and textiles. All authentically vintage and dating from the 1900s – 1980s. This fabulous fair offers wearable vintage at affordable prices and a selection of vintage designer labels. Something to suit all tastes and budgets.
For more information, visit www.farnhammaltings.com
SURREY CONTEMPORARY ART FAIR / MARCH 16 – 17 / SANDOWN PARK, ESHER
The Contemporary Arts Fair comes to Sandown Park in Esher this February for a weekend of exhibitions, workshops and demonstrations. Peruse and purchase unique works of art, as well as meeting the artists themselves. From £40 to £4,000, find something that meets your budget and be inspired by contemporary art.
For more information, visit www.contemporaryartfairs.co.uk
SOPHIE AND THE GIANTS / MARCH 19 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Former ACM students on the way to becoming superstars, be sure to catch the return of pop-indie darlings Sophie and The Giants as they embark on their debut headline European tour, making a welcome return back to the town where they first met.
For more information, visit www.theboileroom.net
THE STRANGLERS / MARCH 19 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Still one of the UK’s most exciting, credible and influential British groups, The Stranglers return to their roots in the town where it all began for them back in 1974. With a back catalogue of classic tracks such as Golden Brown, Peaches and No More Heroes, catch the band play at G Live in Guildford this month.
For more information, visit www.glive.co.uk
OH ROMEO / MARCH 20 – 23 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Just what would have happened if Romeo and Juliet had both lived to see another day? Guildbury’s Theatre presents Oh Romeo, an alternate take on the future of two of the stage’s most famous ill-fated lovers. Join the couple 30 years on from Romeo’s failed suicide attempt, where their once young love has faded and has been replaced by constant quarrelling.
For more information, visit www.electric.theatre
SUNRISE SPRING EQUINOX CELEBRATION / MARCH 20 / CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDENS, ESHER
Excited by the change of seasons? Be an early bird and celebrate the Spring Equinox with a wildlife walk in the grounds of Claremont Landscape Gardens. Join Claremont’s wildlife expert Jonnie to spot dashes of colour in the undergrowth, and the sounds of birdsong as our feathered friends wake up to the joys of Spring.
For more information, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk
ASTRONOMY EVENING / MARCH 20 / UNIVERSITY OF SURREY
Reawaken your celestial self and enjoy a unique evening star-gazing at the University of Surrey. This free event involves a short lecture, where you’ll learn about the cutting-edge research taking place at the University, before going on to use their high powered telescopes to spy some stars (weather permitting).
For more information, visit www.surrey.ac.uk
THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND / MARCH 20 – 23 / THE BARN THEATRE CLUB, WEST MOLESEY
Fancy being part of a club? The Barn Theatre Club is a members club committed to providing theatre and comedy to the local community. This month catch Tom Stoppard’s one-act crime comedy The Real Inspector Hound.
For more information, visit www.thebarntheatremolesey.co.uk
GLENN TILBROOK / MARCH 21 / ST MARY MAGDALENE CHURCH, COBHAM
Get some food for thought and join Squeeze frontman Glenn Tilbrook in Cobham, as part of his Tour for Foodbanks. Promoting awareness and raising money for The Trussell Trust, who support a network of food banks around the UK, catch Glenn play classic tracks acoustically, and donate food for the cause via designated drop-off points at the venue.
For more information, visit www.glenntilbrook.com
POETRY OPEN MIC / MARCH 21 / THE LIGHTBOX, WOKING
Express yourself through spoken word at The Lightbox’s poetry open mic night this November, hosted by Write Out Loud. Held on the third Thursday of every month as part of the museums late-night series of events, listen to like-minded literary lovers, or take to the stage with your very own composition of poetry or prose.
For more information, visit www.thelightbox.org.uk
LUKE JERMAY: INTUITION / MARCH 22 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON
Following his acclaimed debut show Sixth Sense, magic man and mind-boggler extraordinaire Luke Jermay is back with his brand new show. Prepare for your mind to be read, your choices predicted – and your future revealed.
For more information, visit www.riverhousebarn.co.uk
IVO GRAHAM: MOTION SICKNESS / MARCH 24 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON
A keen commentator on eating Subway sandwiches at petrol stations, get your giggle on with funnyman Ivo Graham as he gets feisty about facing the future, with the topic at hand inspired by his favourite Hot Chip song.
For more information, visit www.riverhousebarn.co.uk
LEE SCRATCH PERRY / MARCH 25 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
The don-mega of Dub, the inimitable Lee Scratch Perry lands at The Boileroom in Guildford this March for a monumental night of reggae music and island vibes. This colourfully inspirational octogenarian has been helping create and shape reggae and dub music since the 60s and is still as culturally influential today as he was back then. Pull up and get set for an irie night dub style.
For more information, visit www.theboileroom.net
KT TUNSTALL / MARCH 26 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Since hitting the airwaves with her 2004 debut Eye To The Telescope, KT Tunstall has been a busy lady. Touring with the likes of The Pretenders, Simple Minds and Barenaked Ladies, KT hits the road this March in support of her sixth studio album Wax.
For more information, visit www.glive.co.uk
THE GONDOLIERS / MARCH 26 – 30 / HASLEMERE HALL
Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic opera is brought to life by The Haslemere Players this month. Join a young bride in search of her missing prince, unaware drunken gondoliers and an abundance of complicated variables to further amuse the mind.
For more information, visit www.haslemere.com
CALENDAR GIRLS – THE MUSICAL / MARCH 26 – 30 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Gary Barlow and Tim Firth’s award-winning musical, based on the inspiring true story of the Calendar Girls, is a tale of the ordinary being transformed into the extraordinary. Starring Fern Britton, Anna-Jane Casey, Sara Crowe, Karen Dunbar, Ruth Madoc, Rebecca Storm and Denise Welch.
For more information, visit www.atgtickets.com/woking
THE AMY WINEHOUSE EXPERIENCE… AKA LIONESS / MARCH 30 / SUBURBS AT THE HOLROYD, GUILDFORD
The UK’s premier tribute to the late, great songstress Amy Winehouse, Lioness comes to Guildford with a beehive full of Amy’s biggest and best hits. Fronted by Stars in Their Eyes and X-Factor contestant Emma Wright, backed by a full live band and backing singers, get the party started at The Suburbs and dance the night away this March.
For more information, visit www.theholroydarms.com
EARTH HOUR / MARCH 30 / EVERYWHERE
Taking place at 8:30 pm Earth Hour helps to raise awareness of how our actions are damaging the planet. Climate change is having a negative impact on wildlife, oceans are being suffocated by plastic and the forests and wild places which animals called home are being destroyed. Make a pledge to the planet and switch it off for an hour this March.
For more information, visit www.wwf.org.uk
LIVE AT THE ARNAUD / MARCH 31 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Guildford Fringe presents a variety of entertainments to delight the senses for one night only at the Yvonne Arnaud this month. Featuring singer-songwriter Emma Stevens; comedy from regular headliners Raymond and Mr. Timpkins; award-winning clowning from Kiki Lovechild; show-stopping wizardry from Griffin & Jones; stand-up and musical comedy from troubadour Jon Long; and some of your favourite musical theatre hits from Nick Wyschna.
For more information, visit www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
MOONSCAPES / APRIL 2 – JUNE 30 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE
In the year of the 50th anniversary of the first-moon landing, Moonscapes, opening at Watts Gallery on 2 April 2019, is the first exhibition to explore nineteenth-century visions of the moon. Featuring a selection of works by artists including William Holman Hunt, John Atkinson Grimshaw, Evelyn de Morgan and G F Watts, Moonscapes will consider the Victorian fascination with the earth’s closest cosmic neighbour,
For more information, visit www.wattsgallery.org.uk
SEANN WALSH: AFTER THIS ONE, I’M GOING HOME / APRIL 3 / CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE
Get set for a night of hysterical observations courtesy of laughter-master, and self-proclaimed ‘lie-in-king’, Seann Walsh as he comes to Cranleigh with his new show After This One, I’m Going Home.
For more information, visit www.cranleighartscentre.org
THE ALLERGIES / APRIL 4 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Calling all b-boys and b-girls. Take it back to the old school with turntable specialists The Allergies, as they bring they bring full-flavoured basslines, beats and brass from the golden era of hip-hop, funk and soul to The Boileroom in Guildford.
For more information, visit www.theboileroom.net
JAM NIGHT / EVERY TUESDAY / SUBURBS AT THE HOLROYD, GUILDFORD
Want to make some sweet music but struggling to find yourself a band? Meet other musicians at this all-inclusive Jam Night, taking place every Tuesday at The Suburbs, or just soak up the atmosphere in the audience and enjoy the show – the choice is yours.
For more information, visit www.theholroydarms.com