THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT!
Whether you’re looking for days out, nights out or anything in between – check out guide to going out this weekend and next week with our pick of the very best in entertainment events taking place across Surrey & Berkshire…
CLIMB THE GREAT PAGODA / FROM APRIL 5 – SEPTEMBER 29 / KEW GARDENS
The Great Pagoda at Kew Gardens reopens this spring, inviting visitors to venture and climb the 253 steps to the top and enjoy spectacular views across London. Following major restoration work, step inside the 10-story octagonal tower and learn about how and why the Pagoda was built way back in 1762.
For more information, visit www.kew.org
POLAR / APRIL 5 / THE CASINO, GUILDFORD
Back with a loud bang, ferocious vocals and searing guitars, local lads Polar return to their hometown to celebrate the launch of their new album, Nova, before heading out for a headline European tour this spring.
For more information, visit www.polaruk.co
THE SCRIBES / APRIL 5 / SUBURBS AT THE HOLROYD, GUILDFORD
Find a heavy dose of British Hip-Hop in the speakers of the Suburbs at The Holroyd this April as the quick-fire rhymes of West Country trio The Scribes come to town to tear the house down. Support comes from Jazz T, Connor Rapper and Kayncee.
For more information, visit www.theholroydarms.com
COMEDY EXTRA: FAB FRIDAY / APRIL 5 / THE FUZZY BEAR, WINDSOR
Giggles galore courtesy of the fine folk at The Fuzzy Bear this Friday, as Windsor’s finest purveyors of pretty awesome nights present a feast of funny to tuck into. Check out some of the finest up-and-coming comics looking to unleash their brand of unabashed humour for your pleasure.
For more information, visit www.fuzzybearwindsor.co.uk
TONY WALSH AKA LONGFELLA / APRIL 6 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON
Manchester poet Tony Walsh, aka Longfella, came to prominence after composing the heartfelt poem ‘This is The Place’ in the wake of the tragic bombing at Manchester Arena. Catch him perform at the Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre in Walton.
For more information, visit www.riverhousebarn.co.uk
WOKING NOW & THEN / APRIL 6 / THE FIERY BIRD, WOKING
Lovelive music? Celebrating Woking’s rich musical heritage and highlighting ones to watch in the future, catch co-founding member of The Jam Steve Brookes perform, as well as current post-punk band Phoenix Choi, and singer Rebecca Jayne.
For more information, visit www.fierybirdvenue.org.uk
BEN WALKER AND JOHN BLEK / APRIL 6 / GRAYSHOTT FOLK CLUB
Be treated to two emphatic headliners at the Grayshott Folk Club with the talents of Ben Walker and John Blek. Performing alongside the award-winningBen Walker will be his partner and fellow folk award winner Josienne Clarke, playing a mix of traditional and contemporary tunes in their own inimitable styles, whilst Irishman John Blek will bring his beautiful voice and guitar-playing for a night of unforgettable folk music.
For more information, visit www.grayshottfolkclub.co.uk
JUMP 66 / APRIL 6 / RAM JAM CLUB
Enjoy a lively night out at the Ram Jam Club this month as Jump 66 invite you to let your hair down and get your jive on. Move and swing to this awesome live band playing blues, ragtime, androcksteady.
For more information, visit www.ramjamrecords.co.uk
THE BALEARICBLAG II / APRIL 6 / THE OLD COURT, WINDSOR
Get a taste of Ibiza as the BalearicBlag comes back to the Old Court for Berkshire’s finest party. Enjoy two rooms of tunes, featuring Scott James in the Shave Yer Tongue-inspired bar area. Enjoy residents Martin Madigan, Tony Bellamy, Steve Nash, Tom Antenucci, local legend Chris Cardwell and guests as they take to the decks in the Ibiza-themed main auditorium.
For more information, visit www.oldcourt.org
THE BIG BEAD SHOW / APRIL 6 / SANDOWN PARK, ESHER
If you’ve not been to the Big Bead Show before then you’re in for a treat! It’s the biggest all bead fair in the UK, with exhibitors stocking supplies for all your seed beading, wirework, polymer clay, lamp-work, silversmithing, andgeneral beading needs. You never will have seen so many beads in one place before!
For more information, visit www.thebigbeadshow.co.uk
GAMERS LOUNGE / APRIL 6 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Whether your go-tohero was the diminutive dynamism of Sonic the Hedgehog or the moustachedmight of plumber extraordinaire Super Mario, relive the advent of console gaming on some of the first gaming machines to hit the mainstream at The Boileroom’sretro gaming club. Turn up and compete against fellow fans of the cartridge-wielding consoles at this monthly get together.
For more information, visit www.theboileroom.net
BALLET BOYS: THEM/US / APRIL 6 – 7 / RICHMOND THEATRE
The award-winning all-male dance company BalletBoyz make a welcome return to Richmond Theatre for their latest production ‘Them/Us’. An innovative double bill of ballet exploring where we see ourselves in relation to ‘others’, the production is choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon,with scores composed by emerging talent Charlotte Harding and enigmatic folk-rockmusician Keaton Henson.
For more information, visit www.atgtickets.com
BREWERY COMEDY / APRIL 6 / WINDSOR AND ETON BREWERY
Beer and comedy. What better combination can delight the soul in such a way? Head for Windsor and Eton Brewery for their monthly get-together of giggles, sourced from some of the finest craft comics around. Proper beer, proper comedy – all on the brewery floor.
For more information, visit www.brewerycomedy.com
COPACABANA THE MUSICAL / APRIL 9 – 13 / HAMPTON HILL THEATRE
The Barry Manilow classic, Copacabana is brought to life at Hampton Hill Theatre this April. Sing along to your favouritehits, performed by the cast of TOPS Musical Theatre Company.
For more information, visit www.hamptonhilltheatre.org.uk
BUGSY MALONE / APRIL 9 – 13 / THEATRE ROYAL, WINDSOR
Splatter-guns at the ready, as Amateur theatre company Rare Productions present the musical classic Bugsy Malone this spring. Sing along to your favourite tunes, and dodge custard pies with a feel-goodevening of theatre.
For more information, visit www.theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk
FRESH NEW MATERIAL / APRIL 10 / CORNERHOUSETHEATRE, SURBITON
Let out a squeal of delight as Outside the Box Comedy Club brings a host of up-and-coming talent to the Corner House this month. Featuring potential laugh-makers Tom Ward, Andrew Ryan and more.
For more information, visit www.outsidetheboxcomedy.co.uk
HAMLET AS IT NEVER WAS / APRIL 11 – 13 / COBHAM VILLAGE HALL
Be entertained as the Cobham Players turn Shakespeare on his head with a double-bill of brilliant theatre. Written by Nick Warburton and directed by Mike Dawes, enjoy two comedic tales – ‘Don’t blame it On the Boots’ and ‘Easy Stages’.
For more information, visit www.cobhamplayers.org.uk
BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR / APRIL 11 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
The highly-acclaimed and prestigious Banff Mountain Film Festival returns to Guildford’s G Live week as part of its world tour, showcasing a brand new selection of films from some of the world’s leading adventure film makers. Follow the expeditions of some of today’s most incredible adventurers, see amazing footage of adrenaline-packed action sports, be transported to the world’s last great wild places, and be inspired by thought-provoking pieces shot in far-flungcorners of the globe.
For more information, visit www.glive.co.uk
ELEANOR CONWAY: WALK OF SHAME 2 (REALITY BITES) / APRIL 12 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
The hilarious Eleanor Conway is back with the second instalmentof her Walk of Shame show. As if one, wasn’t enough, hard-hitting party girl Eleanor returns with her award-winningsequel about what happens when you stop chasing the ‘perfect’ version of you, and realiseshe’s been there all along.
For more information, visit www.glive.co.uk
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD / APRIL 12 – 13 / CAMBERLEY THEATRE
Simply Theatre returnsto Camberley Theatre this month to present a brand new adaptation of Jason Robert Brown’s song cycle, Songs for a New World. The score provides a moving collection of powerful songs, drawing on pop, jazz and gospel influences, toexamine life, love, and the choices that we make.
For more information, visit www.camberleytheatre.co.uk
SPRING READERS’ DAY / APRIL 13 / HARBOUR HOTEL, GUILDFORD
Guildford Book Festival present a special Spring Readers’ Day, with a host of some of Britain’s best-lovedauthors appearing in town to share their stories. Hosted by novelist and journalist Fanny Blake, catch the likes of Prue Leith, Sophie Hannah, Erin Kelly, Elizabeth Noble, Lucey Foley, Marianne Kavanagh and Seni Glaister as they discuss their latest literary offerings.
For more information, visit www.guildfordbookfestival.co.uk
BLUEBELL WALK / APRIL 13 / POLESDEN LACEY, DORKING
Come the month of April we recommend a jaunt around Surrey to find the best Bluebell woods. Sights don’t come much better than when you’retraipsing around the Surrey Hills and are welcomed by a sea of blue and purple flora. Head for Polesden Lacey to witness one of the best bloomin’ bluebell woods around.
For more information, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk
COMEDY IN THE BREWERY / APRIL 13 / TWICKENHAM FINE ALES
Beer and comedy. What better combination can delight the soul in such a way? Head for Twickenham Brewery for their monthly get together of giggles. Proper beer, proper comedy – all on the brewery floor.
For more information, visit www.twickenham-fine-ales.co.uk
FARNHAM CLASSIC & VINTAGE CAR SHOW / APRIL 14 / CENTRAL CAR PARK, FARNHAM
This April help raise money for Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice and make your way to Farnham for this Classic and Vintage Car show. Catch a glimpse of some awesome automobiles, motorcyclesandex-army vehicles.
For more information, visit www.pth.org.uk
GIRLI / APRIL 14 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Dance the night away to super-fun, alternative synth-centric pop, as Girlimakes a stop at The Boileroom in support of her hotly-anticipated debut album Odd One Out, released on April 5. Born in London and made in L.A., catch a pop-superstar in the making.
For more information, visit www.theboileroom.net
AL MURRAY: THE PUB LANDLORD / APRIL 14 / THEATRE ROYAL, WINDSOR
Expect a barrel of laughs from the no-nonsenseboss we’d all like to have running our local. The King Cnut of common sense, Al Murray, returns to the stage by Royal appointment to preview material for his forthcoming tour.
For more information, visit www.theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk
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