WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK? A GUIDE TO GOING OUT IN SURREY
This week is looking pretty, pretty nice. Musicals, in-store gigs, afternoon’s foraging in the Surrey Hills. Whatever your penchant for pleasure, be sure to find out what’s on in Surrey with a handy guide to going out.
HEATHERS / OCTOBER 17 – 21 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Following two smash hit West End seasons, a record-breaking run at The Other Palace and winning the WhatsOnStage award for BEST NEW MUSICAL, Heathers The Musical, the black comedy rock musical based on the eponymous 1988 film, embarks on a new national tour taking in Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre this month.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
BARRY CAN’T SWIM IN-STORE GIG & DEBUT ALBUM SIGNING / OCTOBER 18 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Record Corner is excited to welcome multi-faceted Scottish artist, Barry Can’t Swim, to a special in-store live gig at Guildford’s Boileroom, where he will also be signing his debut album ‘When Will We Land?’ out on general release Ninja Tune on 20 October.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
SHIBORI / OCTOBER 19 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Welcome to the wonderful world of Shibori, a Japanese resist dye technique. During this 1- day workshop you will learn a variety of Shibori techniques, preparing and dyeing samples in both Indigo and procion mx dyes. The workshop will take place in the beautiful and historic Tudor kitchen of West Horsley Place.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org.uk
DIY PLANT DYE SCRUNCHIES / OCTOBER 19 / SOLAR SISTERS, GUILDFORD
Love to get creative with colour, but hate all the nasties they put in the paint and dye. Go green and learn how to make some DIY dye procured from the power of plants. Colour some scrunchies for your luscious locks (other uses are available), and give yourself a high-five for your newfound knowledge.
For more information, visit solarsisters.uk
AUTUMN FORAGING WALK & SUPPER / OCTOBER 19 / THE SALT BOX, PRIORY FARM ESTATE, SOUTH NUTFIELD
Venture into the countryside and spend the day learning how to forage wild foodstuffs. Learn the do’s and don’ts of the foraging code and countryside act before heading off on a two-and-a-half-hour walk, when you’ll learn how to identify the various edible plants, flowers, fruits and mushrooms that lie in wait on our doorstep. An afternoon’s education will be followed by a delicious seasonal supper cooked over fire.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
WHOLE LOTTA COMEDY CLUB / OCTOBER 19 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Whole Lotta Comedy presents a rip-roaring evening of laughs, featuring a smorgasbord of stand-up from some of the best comedians the UK circuit has to offer. Each month’s show will see a different line-up, with a variety of comedy ranging from traditional stand-up to musical acts, observational, and the dark and daft. Laugh the night away at Guildford’s Electric Theatre this month.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
BEYOND SUPERVET: NOEL FITZPATRICK / OCTOBER 20 / DORKING HALLS
Noel Fitzpatrick takes to the stage this autumn as he brings his uplifting and motivating show back on the road, told with passion, humour and raw truth, learned from the thousands of animals he has helped through his career – and the people who have loved them. Beyond Supervet offers an antidote to the hectic whirlwind of modern living, bringing us back to the earthed basics, and showing that, at the end of the day, love really is all that matters.
For more information, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk
SURREY HEDGEROW FESTIVAL / OCTOBER 21 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Join Surrey Wildlife Trust at West Horsley Place for the Surrey Hedgerow Festival this October. The festival is the pinnacle event of the Surrey Wildlife Trust’s Hedgerow Heritage project, a four-year initiative funded and supported by the Heritage Lottery which seeks to engage a new generation in conservation and to promote and preserve the skills we need to keep our hedgerows healthy. Enjoy live music, educational talks, food and drink, art, roaming performances and more.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org.uk
PASSION FOR THE PLANET / OCTOBER 21 – 28 / SOUTH STREET, DORKING
An inspiring play aimed at families and anyone interested in that big ol’ beautiful planet we call home. Expect a laugh-out-loud show tackling the vital issues of ecology, climate change, sustainability and care for the Earth through a fun-filled mixture of drama, song, dance, puppetry, story-telling, clowning, installations, and (optional!) audience participation.
For more information, visit damncheek.co.uk
FAIRY DOOR TRAIL / OCTOBER 21 – NOVEMBER 12 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Little wooden fairy doors will be hidden around the landscape of Painshill this month. Scattered across the park, seek, and you shall find a magical adventure for the little ones in your life. Price included in general admission tickets.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
WE’RE ALL GOING ON A BEAR HUNT / OCTOBER 21 – 29 / ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS, KEW
“We’re going on a bear hunt. What a beautiful day! We’re not scared!” Splish, splash, splosh your way to the Royal Botanical Gardens of Kew for this wondrous trail inspired by Michael Rosen’s classic.
For more information, visit kew.org
THE KING OF NOTHING / OCTOBER 21 / MILL STUDIO, YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
This puppet musical is an anarchic re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s Emperor’s New Clothes, in which the characters (and the audience) discover that people can be made to believe ANYTHING. With songs, puppetry, slapstick and more, the two Swindlers (or should we call them “actors”?) will weave their cunning magic on children and adults alike. Get some tickets quickly for a day at the theatre this half term.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
PETE FIRMAN: TRIKTOK / OCTOBER 21 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Pete is an award-winning performer who is not to be missed. Expect an evening of jaw-dropping magic and laugh-out-loud comedy. TrikTok takes Pete’s magic from the small screen to the stage and gives audiences a chance to see his critically acclaimed magical skills live
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
SURREY SCORCHERS VS MANCHESTER GIANTS / OCTOBER 21 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD
The BBL is back! Surrey Scorchers host Head Coach Gardner’s former side, Manchester Giants. With fan favourites retained and new squad members added, can Scorchers make this the season that they show the league what they can do? Join the party and book some tickets for an end-to-end game of ball.
For more information, visit surreyscorchers.co.uk
HUNDRED WATT CLUB – AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE & VAUDEVILLE + BURLESQUE WORKSHOP / OCTOBER 21 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Back by popular demand! Join Hundred Watt Club and their effervescent line-up of showgirls, vaudevillians, misfits & marvels for a ravishing, risqué and ridiculous evening of burlesque, comedy and cabaret. Fancy a go? The team will be hosting an ‘Art of Tease’ Workshop before the main event for those who want to learn the tricks of the trade. So get some tickets quick for a night of quirky curiosities.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
CABARET NIGHT WITH EVIE IVORY / OCTOBER 21 / FALLEN ANGEL, GUILDFORD
Inspired by Judy Garland, Mae West and The Rat Pack, Cabaret vocalist and burlesque performer Evie Ivory is a delightful mix of all things camp, Queer and vintage. This old soul serves you dazzling costumes, authentic vocals and character based tongue in cheek burlesque acts. Reserve your free table today for a naughty but nice night at Guilford’s Fallen Angel.
For more information, visit fallenangelbar.com
SURREY HILLS SINGLE TRACK ADVENTURE / OCTOBER 22 / ROYAL OAK, HOLMBURY
If you love nothing more than zipping up and down gnarly trails on your mountain bike, this guided Surrey Hills Singletrack Adventure is a great way to test yourself. Covering a distance of 18 – 20 miles and an ascent of 2,400ft, good fitness and decent MTB skills are required to fully enjoy the sublime trials that await.
For more information, visit marmalademtb.com
UNANNY: I KNOW WHAT I SAW / OCTOBER 22 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
Do you believe in ghosts? Are UFOs real? Is the impossible possible Join Danny Robins, creator of the smash hit BBC Radio 4 paranormal podcasts Uncanny, The Battersea Poltergeist and The Witch Farm and award-winning West End play 2:22 – A Ghost Story, for the biggest investigation into the paranormal – ever.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
BRIDGET CHRISTIE: WHO AM I? / OCTOBER 22 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Bridget Christie is hot, but not in a good way. The 51 year old critically-acclaimed stand-up leaks blood, sweats, and thinks that Chris Rock is the same person as The Rock. It’s a menopause laugh-a-minute with a confused, furious, sweaty lady who is annoyed by everything.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
SUNRISE MEDITATION AND FOREST BATHING / OCTOBER 22 / HOLMBURY HILL, EWHURST
Start your Sunday the right way and head for Pitch Hill in Cranleigh for a spot of Sunrise Forest Bathing. The place where George Harrison was supposedly inspired to write ‘Here Comes The Sun’, feel the energy and restorative power that a good forest bath and meditation can bring and leave you feeling rejuvenated and ready for the week ahead.
For more information, visit hinokiforestbathing.co.uk
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