WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK IN SURREY?
Ready for some action this week? It’s safe to say, that there’s plenty to do in Surrey this week. We’ve got some heavy hitters as Harry Hill makes a return to the comedy stage at G Live in Guildford, The Guilty Feminist arrives at Kingston’s Rose Theatre, and the lovely Charley Brooks who plays that meanie Janine Butcher in EastEnders is over at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre in the stunning production of The Ocean At The End Of The Lane. Excited? Let’s go!
WOKING VS TORQUAY / JANUARY 24 / THE LAITHWAITE COMMUNITY STADIUM, WOKING
Woking are fighting their way to the top and are currently scrapping it out in the upper echelons of the playoff places. Welcoming Torquay to The Laithwaite this January, in the reverse fixture earlier in the season, Woking went away to the West to come back with a storming 3-1 win. So get some tickets and cheer on the Cards all the way to the top of the league.
For more information, visit wokingfc.co.uk
HARRY HILL: PEDIGREE FUN! / JANUARY 24 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Harry is back with brand-new amazing jokes in an all-singing, all-dancing one-man spectacular. Head for Guildford’s G Live this month and meet Harry’s new baby elephant, Sarah, and Ian, The Information Worm. Harry will also be joined by Stouffer the Cat (his famous sidekick), who commented, “what can I tell you? When Harry calls, you say yes – end of!”
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
THE OCEAN AT THE END OF THE LANE / JANUARY 24 – 28 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
This five-star spectacular from the producers of War Horse and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is a thrilling adventure of fantasy, myth and friendship, taking audiences on an epic journey to a childhood once forgotten and the darkness that lurks at the very edge of it. Returning to his childhood home, a man stands beside the pond of the old Sussex farmhouse where he used to play. He’s transported to his 12th birthday when his remarkable friend Lettie claimed it wasn’t a pond but an ocean–a place where everything is possible… Expect adventure.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/woking
THE LAVENDER HILL MOB / JANUARY 24 – 28 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
The men who broke the bank and lost the cargo are back! The world premiere adaptation of The Lavender Hill Mob, the classic Ealing Comedy starring Alec Guinness, is heading to Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre this January. Rediscover this much-loved classic in this brand-new stage play that promises to be the most fun night of the year!
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
COOKERY LESSON – EASY INDIAN / JANUARY 26 / MANDIRA’S KITCHEN, ALBURY
Are you tired of the cold? Discover a simple way to make tasty heartwarming food that’ll provide all the home comfort you need this winter. Make your way to Mandira’s Kitchen based at Silent Pool, Albury and take a seat at this Easy Indian Cookery Lesson. Learn about the essential Indian spices and flavours that’ll transform your dishes, leaving you with the knowledge and confidence to cook a proper Indian meal.
For more information, visit mandiraskitchen.com
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: THE CRUCIBLE / JANUARY 26 / EVERYMAN CINEMA, ESHER
A witch hunt is beginning in Arthur Miller’s captivating parable of power with Erin Doherty (The Crown) and Brendan Cowell (Yerma). Raised to be seen but not heard, a group of young women in Salem suddenly find their words have an almighty power. As a climate of fear, vendetta and accusation spread through the community, no one is safe from trial. Get involved and get some tickets as this National Theatre Live production is beamed straight to your seats in Esher.
For more information, visit everymancinema.com
ENCORE DRAMA CLASSES / JANUARY 28 / BELLERBY STUDIO, G LIVE, GUILDFORD
For showbiz kids aged 7 – 11 with SEN looking for extracurricular tuition, why not sign up for the Encore Drama Classes at Guildford’s G Live this January? Taking place on Saturday mornings and led by a specialist SEN practitioner, the classes have an emphasis on confidence and self-esteem building.
For more information, visit glive.co.uk
LOOKING FOR ME FRIEND – THE MUSIC OF VICTORIA WOOD / JANUARY 28 / ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Cabaret Performer & TV Personality PAULUS (BBC’s All Together Now), enters his 30th year in entertainment with a loving tribute to his idol: the late, great Victoria Wood. Joined on-stage by sought-after Musical Director, and old friend, Michael Roulston (Fascinating Aida, Julie, Madly, Deeply.), together the two prove what many have known for decades: that it takes two men to do the work of one woman – half as well!
For more information, visit electric.theatre
CRAFTING LIVE / JANUARY 28 – 29 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER
Crafting Live is returning to Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher and bringing a whole host of crafty celebrities. Whether you are an experienced crafter or have just started, there are projects to which you can either follow step by step or add your own personal touch. Learn lots of new techniques and make new friends. So book your tickets right now, you crafty sew and sew.
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk
SURREY STORM VS LEEDS RHINOS / JANUARY 28 / SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD
Getting in plenty of practice ahead of the new season, Surrey Storm welcome Leeds Rhinos for this final pre-season fixture. So get some tickets, and a sneak peek of how Mikki Austin’s squad is shaping up ahead of Storm’s season opener against Strathclyde Sirens on February 11.
For more information, visit surreystormnetball.co.uk
DARK SKIES SURREY HILLS / JANUARY 28 / DENBIES WINE ESTATE, DORKING
Taking place from 4 pm – 8 pm, sign up for the Dark Skies Surrey Hills trail run this January and enjoy an undulating, muddy and ultimately thrilling night run through England’s largest vineyard, Denbies Wine Estate. Choose from a 10 mile, 10K and 5K race. For the little ones in your life, there are also 1k and 2k kids races for 3 – 11-year-olds.
For more information, visit wildrunning.co.uk
THE GUILTY FEMINIST / JANUARY 29 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
The comedy phenomenon that has amassed in excess of 50 million downloads since its first podcast back in 2015, The Guilty Feminist, arrives at Kingston’s Rose Theatre this January. Comedian and host Deborah Frances-White, will be joined by guests to explore the noble goals of the 21st-century feminist.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
SECRETTS MARMALADE COMPETITION 2023 / SECRETTS FARM SHOP, MILFORD
Are you feeling fruity? The time has come for final tastings and quality control: it’s the annual conserve contest, whereby you, the entrant, will compete with like-minded lovers of sweet Seville Orange to be crowned Secrett’s Farm Shop Marmalade Competition 2022 winner. The deadline for your marmalade drop-off at the farm shop is February 10th.
For more information, visit secretts.co.uk
DANCE HAPPY ADULT BALLET / TUESDAYS / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON
Did you once have dreams of being the next Darcey Bussell? Rekindle your love for dance by joining the Dance Happy adult ballet class at the Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre in Walton-On-Thames. While mastering the pirouette and plie, you’ll also improve your core strength, posture and confidence. Sign up and dance happy every Tuesday,
For more information, visit riverhousebarn.co.uk
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