WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?
Looking for something fun to do this week in Surrey? We’ve got you! Whether it’s a night out at the theatre with friends, a wild winter swim, or even a spot of Christmas shopping – this week is looking pretty, pretty nice. Go and find what’s on and make some plans for your experiential pleasure.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST / NOVEMBER 1 – 12 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
A Rose Original, ETT, and Leeds Playhouse production, Oscar Wilde’s genius humour meets contemporary culture in a theatrical rollercoaster packed with shade, wit and plenty of gags at Kingston’s Rose Theatre this November. A classic satire vibrantly retold about dysfunctional families, class, gender and sexuality.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
THE SNOWMAN WITH LIVE ORCHESTRA / NOVEMBER 7 / RICHMOND THEATRE
One winter’s day, a boy builds a snowman who comes to life at the stroke of midnight… This Christmas, head for Richmond Theatre for an immersive magical journey and experience as the heartwarming tale of The Snowman is screened with a live orchestra. A BAFTA winning classic featuring the song Walking in the Air, The Snowman is a cinematic gem of Raymond Briggs’ story with music by Howard Blake, performed live for you by Orpheus Sinfonia.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/richmond
MY SPORTING LIFE WITH SIR MICHAEL PARKINSON / NOVEMBER 7 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
Broadcasting legend Sir Michael Parkinson arrives at Kingston’s Rose Theatre this November to celebrate the publication of his latest book, My Sporting Life. Recounting tales from an eventful life in sports, watch as Sir Michael is interviewed by his son Mike and enjoy this love letter to sport that brims with insight, heart and humour.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
WINTER SWIM / TUESDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY MORNINGS, BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON, BETCHWORTH
Fancy a dip? Meet the Surrey Hills Adventure Company (SHAC) and head over to the disused quarry site, now the beautiful Buckland Park Lagoon, and discover the benefits of cold water swimming. New to cold water swimming? Sign up for the SHAC’s introductory course for an informative and confidence-boosting session that’ll see you through the winter season. Enjoy regular morning swims on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays and meet likeminded swimmers. Booking essential.
For more information, visit theshac.co.uk
FULL MOON CIRCLE / NOVEMBER 8 / BISLEY YURT
Head over to the enchanting environs of Bisley Yurt this November and join this Full Moon Circle. “But what’s a full moon circle?” we hear you ask. A sacred gathering of women who come together to honour and celebrate the new full moon. Get grounded and feel centred as you practice yoga and breathwork and enjoy the healing vibrations of the gong. Bliss.
For more information, visit charlieleighyoga.co.uk
SPIKE / NOVEMBER 8 – 12 / RICHMOND THEATRE
While Harry Secombe and Peter Sellers get down to becoming overnight celebrities, fellow Goon and chief writer Spike finds himself pushing the boundaries of comedy and testing the patience of the BBC. An absurdly funny play by Ian Hislop and Nick Newman (The Wipers Times, Trial By Laughter) that delves into the inner workings of one of our most brilliantly irreverent comedy minds.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/richmond
CRAFT & DESIGN FAIR / NOVEMBER 9 – 13 / RHS GARDEN, WISLEY
With craftspeople and stall holders gathered from around the country, visit the Christmas Contemporary Craft and Design Fair at RHS Wisley for your festive shopping this winter set within the beautiful surroundings of the garden. Be inspired by brilliant crafts and pick some unusual gifts.
For more information, visit craftinfocus.com
UNDERWATER / NOVEMBER 9 – 20 / POLKA’S ADVENTURE THEATRE, WIMBLEDON
A dance theatre show made for babies and their grown-ups, go on a magical, underwater journey to Wimbledon’s Polka Theatre and dive into the deep blue sea. A multi-sensory show that will engage and stimulate your baby’s imagination, get ready to meet a ballerina and octopus as they form a beautiful relationship beneath the waves.
For more information, visit polkatheatre.com
RUSSEL KANE LIVE: THE ESSEX VARIANT! / NOVEMBER 9 + 10 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Russell Kane’s bringing to town his gut-punch funny, searing, award-winning take on the two years we’ve just gone through. Hailed as The Guardian’s Number 1 comedy performance to come out of 2020 (The Guardian are miserable and usually hate everything) – this high-octane show brings nuclear-energy belly laughs and pant-wetting observations which prove laughter really is the best medicine* (*actually, it’s probably hospital medicine).
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
DOUBLE LIFE: A VR MUSICAL / NOVEMBER 9 – 12 / MILL STUDIO, GUILDFORD
Fancy something a bit different this month? How about a VR musical? Yes, you read that right. Meet Guy. Guy is gay. Guy is a gamer. And Guy is looking for love – in virtual reality. Double Life is a brand new fusion of live musical theatre and VR. One-moment heartwarming, the next heart-breaking, Guy will introduce you to virtual reality, immersing you in his story, surrounding you with his own virtual world, and teaching you his favourite new GUY-inspired VR games.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
NORTHERN BALLET: THE NUTCRACKER / NOVEMBER 10 – 12 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
It wouldn’t be Christmas without The Nutcracker in our lives. Watch this toy-box-inspired romance that has become many a family tradition as Northern Ballet comes to Woking’s New Victoria Theatre to perform David Nixon’s reimagined rendition set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking
WINTER WREATH MAKING / NOVEMBER 11, 12, 25 + 26 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON
Are you looking to create a Christmas wreath? These fun and festive workshops will help you fashion your very own decorative offering to hang on your own front door or to give as a gift.
For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk
ANDY PARSONS: WORK IN PROGRESS / NOVEMBER 11 / CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE
Fancy being a test dummy for some potential funny? Andy Parsons is back at Cranleigh Arts Centre this November giving some new material a go. Let him know whether he’s on to a winner with this ‘Work In Progress’ show.
For more information, visit cranleigharts.org
MEDITATIONS TO REDUCE STRESS AND ANXIETY / NOVEMBER 12 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Are you looking to reduce your stress and anxiety levels? Head to Farnham Maltings this month and join Buddhist monk Gen Rabten as he guides you through two one-hour guided meditation sessions. Learn how to deal with negative emotions more confidently and get practical advice to live a happy life.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
FUSED GLASS CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS / NOVEMBER 12 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Make fused glass tree decorations for the festive season. Learn to cut glass and experiment with glass fir and stringers to create your own Christmas decorations. Your pieces will be taken away to be fired and will be available for collection from the Maltings.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
LINO PRINTING FOR CHRISTMAS / NOVEMBER 12 / NOWER WOOD EDUCATIONAL RESERVE, LEATHERHEAD
Sending handmade cards is the most personal and thoughtful way to wish someone a happy holiday season. It is also very cost-effective. So, why not match your wrapping paper with your card? Lino printing is a beautiful way to create a design of your choice that can be printed multiple times in various colours on different types of paper.
For more information, visit surreywildlifetrust.org
FOOTSTOOL UPHOLSTERY COURSE / NOVEMBER 12 / SARAH LOUISE DIX, GODALMING
From group workshops to 10-week upholstery courses, Sarah Louise Dix provides a range of courses and classes that will enable you to lovingly restore your favourite chair – that has – let’s be honest – seen better days. So join Sarah for this one-day date in November, whereby you’ll learn the basics of upholstery, thus beginning your adventure into upcycling and upholstering forgotten treasures into something fabulous, new and made by you.
For more information, visit sarahlouisedix.co.uk
WILD VENISON BUTCHERY & COOKERY COURSE / NOVEMBER 13 / THE SALT BOX, PRIORY FARM ESTATE, REDHILL
Did you know that Venison is the most sustainable meat in the UK? An abundantly available meat, head over to wild cooking specialists at The Salt Box and spend the day learning how to source, butcher, prepare and cook wild Venison.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
FAIRYTALE OF NEW YORK / NOVEMBER 13 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights-The Story of The Dubliners and featuring an international cast of singers, musicians, and dancers, Fairytale of New York brings you all of your favourite Christmas songs, including Driving home for Christmas, White Christmas, Oh Holy Night, Winter’s Tale, Silent Night and of course The Fairytale of New York.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking
FAIRY DOOR TRAIL / UNTIL NOVEMBER 13 / PAINSHILL PARK, COBHAM
Little wooden fairy doors will be hidden around the landscape garden for families to find this autumn. 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