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ContentsMusic 3

Theatre 10

Family Theatre 11

Comedy, Poetry & Talks 12

Live screenings 14

Diary 16

Café Bar 18

Film 19

Exhibitions 23

Take Part Adults 24

Take Part Children 28

Friends Scheme 31

Friends priority booking: Monday 12 December, 10am at The Pound’s box office only

General booking: Monday 19 December, 10am

How to find us


John OtwaySaturday 28 January, 8pm£15Rock veteran Otway dubbed himself rock’n’roll’s greatest failure after many unsuccessful attempts to produce a follow-up to his 1977 classic (Cor Baby, That’s) Really Free with Wild Willy Barrett. A mere quarter century later, he was back on Top of The Pops and back in the charts. Now he comes to The Pound with his trademark brand of anarchy, fun and acrobatics.

“He’s a cabaret act masquerading as a rock act. He is gleeful, anecdotal, funny and life-enhancing.”

Rock And Roll’s Greatest Failure: Otway The Movie (Cert Pg)Saturday 28 January, 4pm £7Followed by Q&A with John OtwayJohn Otway’s career is an educational yet magical lesson in self-promoting... Recruiting his fans for endless manipulative, over-the-top projects which, among others, garnered him status as The Nation’s 7th Favourite Lyricist in a BBC poll, secured him a Top Ten hit for his 50th birthday and a feature movie for his 60th. Failure has its rewards. It’s kept Otway in the spotlight for 35 years.

When Ella Met JoeSaturday 4 February, 7.30pm£12 (£11 concessions)Considered as one of the most unique and innovative vocalists in jazz history, Ella Fitzgerald sold tens of millions of albums. Joe Pass, the eminent guitarist with his innovative use of chord changes and phrasing, would influence a generation of jazz guitarists. Ella and Joe came together in 1973 and over the next 13 years would record four studio albums and several live recordings. Celebrating the centenary of Ella’s birth, Tina May, the outstanding international singer, gives voice to Ella’s magical music, along with the fast rising guitar star of the National Jazz Orchestra, Nicholas Fitch.

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Cloudbusting: The Music of Kate BushFriday 3 March, 7.30pm£14 (£13 concessions)A unique visual and aural experience, Cloudbusting is a new two hour show that proves Kate Bush is as popular and relevant as ever. In the wake of Kate Bush’s live shows there has never been a better time to celebrate her music.

Philip Henry and Hannah MartinThursday 16 February, 8pm£14 (£13 concessions)Spotted by Steve Knightley (Show Of Hands) when busking, Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin have come a long way on their journey. Winners of 2014’s BBC Radio Two

Folk Award for Best Duo, the pair visit The Pound on the back of the release of Watershed, their most emotionally charged, personal and pertinent work to date.

“An unusual treat”- Daily Telegraph ★★★★


Martin SimpsonSaturday 4 March, 7.30pm£15 (£14 concessions)Martin Simpson travels the length and breadth of the UK and beyond, giving rapt audiences passion, sorrow, love, beauty, tragedy and majesty through his playing. Universally acclaimed as one of the finest ever acoustic and slide guitar players, and a fine banjo-picker to boot, he has had the most nominations of any performer in the 15 years of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, an astonishing 31 times.

“Sounds better than ever” - The Guardian

Tom McConville BandSaturday 11 March, 7.30pm£12 (£11 concessions)Tom McConville is one of the leading fiddle players of our time. A virtuoso musician and fantastic singer, his rich and warm voice makes his interpretation of traditional and contemporary songs greatly admired by singers throughout the world. He has played on hundreds of albums; collaborators includes Barbara Dickson, Richard Thompson, Allan Taylor and Lindisfarne. His live performances combine fast, rhythmic dance tunes, through beautiful slow airs and great singing.



Craobh RuaSaturday 18 March, 8pm£14 (£12 concessions)Belfast’s finest acoustic globe-trotting four-piece play Irish traditional music and song from the heart. Together they take a refreshing run at some of the greatest music in the world. Driven by pipes, fiddle, guitar, banjo, mandolin, whistles and passionate vocals, they effortlessly mix jigs, reels and polkas with tender ballads and airs. Book early for this very special St. Patrick’s celebration.

EffraFriday 31 March, 8pm£10 (£8 concessions)Featuring world-class luthier and Pound Arts’ resident artist Alex Bishop, Effra bring their UK tour to Wiltshire in preparation for the release of their highly-anticipated second album, recorded here in 2016.

“Striking instrumental folk.” - The Independent

The Remi Harris Project Thursday 23 March, 7.30pm£12Remi Harris is an exciting young guitarist whose unique style blends elements from Gypsy Swing, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Hip Hop and World Music. He has toured worldwide as well as performing at Buckingham Palace, Montreal Jazz Festival, BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall with Jamie Cullum, on BBC 4 Television and live on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 3.

The show includes original compositions as well as new arrangements of repertoire from Django Reinhardt, Charlie Parker, Wes Montgomery, Jimi Hendrix and Peter Green to name a few.

“Incredible guitarist... I’m absolutely blown away by his talent” - Jamie Cullum, BBC Radio 2


Luke DanielsSaturday 8 April, 8pm£11 (£9 concessions) Described by Songlines as “a future classic” and by Acoustic Magazine as “an enchanting delight” four star award-winning singer and composer Luke Daniels brings his brand new show featuring an original 19th century Polyphon machine. In this stunning performance, clockwork and sampled sound are beautifully crafted into modern morality tales and intriguing instrumental music. Pound Arts audiences will know Luke from his work as a member of the Cara Dillon band.

Mark Nevin and his bandSaturday 29 April, 8pm£14 (£13 concessions)Mark Nevin came to prominence in the late 80s as the founding member, guitarist and songwriter of Fairground Attraction, with whom he enjoyed the number one single Perfect and multi-platinum album, First of a Million Kisses. He went on to collaborate as co-writer to Morrissey, Kirsty MacColl and Lloyd Cole. Now Mark has a brilliant live band which features his fellow Fairground Attraction band-mates, Roger Beaujolais, Simon Edwards and Richard Marcangelo.


Bybrook Duo: An Introduction to Classical MusicWednesday 15 February, 1pmJoin us for an interactive family concert filled with well-known classical pieces alongside favourites including The Jungle Book and Teddy Bears Picnic. The Bybrook Duo are violinist Catherine Chamberlin and cellist Lorna Davis, who are passionate about bringing classical music to a wider audience.

Alexander UllmanWednesday 15 March, 1pmAlexander studied at the Purcell School, the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, and the Royal College of Music where he is now the Benjamin Britten Piano Fellow. In 2011 he won 1st Prize at the Liszt Competition. This season Alexander returns to Wigmore Hall, appears in the Nottingham International Piano Series, and makes his debut with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Manchester Camerata.Programme includes Bach, Schumann and Tchaikovsky.

Lorna DavisWednesday 19 April, 1pmLocal cellist Lorna Davis studied at The Royal Academy of Music, The Royal Northern College of Music and The University of Manchester. She continues to freelance with professional orchestras and teach. In a return recital at The Pound, Lorna is joined by pianist Jacob Byrne. L

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Harry HouseagoFriday 27 January, 8pmReturning to The Pound, this 21 year-old singer won Best London Busker in 2014 with his combination of engrossing lyrical depth, forward thinking guitar style and original songwriting.

Sharon LazibyrdFriday 24 February, 8pmSharon Lazibyrd is a talented, original and award-winning singer-songwriter who writes ethereal and enchanting songs, which she accompanies on ukulele and violin. She has performed across the UK winning the South West Music Awards Best Folk Act of 2013. She has recorded for Bob Harris and performed for BBC Introducing.

Newton CountryFriday 24 March, 8pmA three piece Country Americana band from Bath. Combining Carter- and Cash-reminiscent harmonies along with classic hand crafted songwriting, their live shows are upbeat as well as engaging.

“I want to be the 4th member!” – Dermot O’Leary, BBC Radio 2

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Ramshackle OrchestraFriday 28 April, 8pmA multi-generational string orchestra (aged 10-73!), created by Radio Banska fiddler and arranger Nina Trott. They perform an atmospheric and eclectic repertoire of lilting Celtic folk, passionate gypsy tunes, Klezmer laments and mysterious airs from the wilder reaches of Hungary and Transylvania.


Dare Devil Rides to JaramaTownsend Productions Friday 10 February, 7.30pm£12 (£10 concessions)Speedway rider Clem ‘Dare Devil’ Beckett was loved by the masses for his courage and skill on the track. He joined the fight against fascism in Spain, 1936 where he developed an unlikely friendship with writer and poet Christopher Caudwell until a fateful defence at the Battle of Jarama.

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From Ibiza to the Norfolk BroadsSaturday 25 February, 7.30pm£11 (£10 concessions)

Powerful and touching, music and magic realism collide in this darkly funny and moving tour de force solo show featuring Alex Walton and the voice of comedian Rob Newman. With a blistering Bowie soundtrack, the life of the pop fan is dissected in this tale of unnatural teenage wildlife.

BurtonFriday 10 March, 7.30pm£11 (£10 concessions)Burton vividly presents the life of the great Welsh actor Richard Burton in his own words, from humble beginnings to Hollywood mega-stardom. Beautiful women, alcohol, wealth, stage and screen are the threads woven into this sad, happy, exuberant and often hilarious one-man show.

The Odyssey (Greek Stuff!)Rabbit TheatreFriday 7 April, 7.30pm £11 (£10 concessions)From the makers of Dracula comes a tale more exciting than excitement itself: The Odyssey! David Mynne’s skill with a few props and superb storytelling will fill your mind with drama and delight!


Pop Christian LeeSaturday 21 January, 2pm£7 (£6 concessions), £24 family. For family audiences aged 3-8With his faithful teddy bear and magical basket, Christian is set for a day at the seaside, but things takes a turn and don’t work out as planned... Enter a magical world of mayhem with award winning performer Christian Lee, full of audience participation, massive bubbles, floating snowflakes and a giant balloon!

Much Ado About PuffinOpen Attic CompanySaturday 11 February, 2pm£7 (£6 concessions), £24 family Suitable for 4+On a small island, in the middle of the big sea, a man meets a bird...Join Open Attic as they travel stormy seas and reckless tides to bring you this funny tale about a man all-alone, a friendly puffin, and a whole lot of fuss over nothing.

Sammy the Snow LeopardTravelling Light Saturday 25 March, 2pm£7 (£6 concessions), £24 familySammy loves animals, but his Mum won’t let him have any in the house. When he hears about the ‘Adopt a Snow Leopard’ programme, Sammy reckons he’s found the perfect way to have a pet. But then a parcel arrives – and Sammy finds himself on a crazy adventure, involving stuffed animals, evil neighbours, school projects and limes...

A Strange New Space Tessa BideThursday 20 April, 2pm £7 (£6 concessions), £24 family Join the life-changing adventure of space-obsessed Amira. Leaving her home behind, Amira’s imagination catapults her across galaxies on an intergalactic voyage, matching her real-life journey as a refugee. An expressive, physical show for the whole family with puppetry and live music. F

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Andy ZaltzmanPlan Z Friday 17 February, 8pm£12 (£10 concessions)As seen on Matt Forde’s Unspun (Dave) and half of global hit satirical podcast The Bugle, Test Match Special’s Zaltzman returns to plot his planet’s path to and/or from preservation and/or perdition. In a show encompassing national identity, hope, fear and live action democracy, he addresses diverse issues such as the past, the present, the future, body surfing and the unending volcano of confused fury that is modern global politics.

“A master satirist” - Time Out

John Hegley: Peace, Love and PotatoesFriday 20 January, 8pm£14 The UK’s favourite performance poet, comedian and musician hits the road, mandolin in hand, with a performance of pieces new and older, sung, spoken and awoken with dance: meditations upon family, celery and happier Daleks. Light and lyrical. Deep and daft. Come and sing.

“Scandalously talented” - Sunday Times


Dr Phil HammondDr Phil’s Health RevolutionSaturday 22 April, 7.30pm£15 (£14 concessions) NHS doctor, BBC broadcaster, Private Eye journalist and whistle-blowing comic Phil Hammond combines both of his 2016 sell-out Edinburgh fringe shows in one unforgettable evening. Laugh, sort your life out, stay sane, plan your death and save the NHS - all in only 99 minutes.

“If Dr Phil were a medicine, you should swig him by the litre”– The Times ★★★★

Ian McMillan To Fold The Evening Star: New and Selected PoemsFriday 21 April, 7.30pm£14 (£13 concessions)Ian McMillan is among the UK’s most popular living poets. His books of poems, stories, and non-fiction have drawn audiences for almost forty years. He presents The Verb every week on BBC Radio 3 and he’s a regular on Coast, BBC Breakfast, Countryfile, Pick of the Week, Pointless Celebrities and Last Word. His rip-roaring poetry shows are legendary.

Wendy Cope One Wedding and a FuneralFriday 17 March, 7.30pm£14 (£13 concessions) Wendy returns to The Pound with her newest collection Family Values. Containing many poems about her childhood, this collection will be read alongside her previous bestseller Two Cures for Love and Life, Love and the Archers. Wendy charms and amuses her audience with her wry, ironic poetry. At times sharp and punchy, at times soft and contemplative, Wendy will round off the event with a Q&A and book signing.

An Evening with Sunny OrmondeLilian Bellamy from BBC Radio 4’s The Archers Saturday 1 April, 7.30pm£14 (£13 concessions) Sunny has been playing the “outrageous and raunchy” Lilian Bellamy in Radio 4’s The Archers for the past 16 years and has become one of the listeners’ favourite characters. Sunny will fill you in on all the behind-the-scenes stories about the world’s longest running soap opera - an evening of anecdotes, banter and favourite pieces from Sunny’s long and distinguished career followed by a Q&A.

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National Theatre Encore: No Man’s Land (Cert 15)Thursday 12 January, 7pm£15 (£14 concessions)Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart return to the West End stage in Harold Pinter’s No Man’s Land, broadcast from Wyndham’s Theatre, London. One summer’s evening, two ageing writers meet in a Hampstead pub and continue their drinking into the night at Hirst’s stately house nearby. As the pair become increasingly inebriated, and their stories increasingly unbelievable, the lively conversation soon turns into a revealing power game, further complicated by the return home of two sinister younger men.

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National Theatre Live: Amadeus (Cert 12a)Thursday 2 February, 7pm£15 (£14 concessions)Lucian Msamati (Luther, Game of Thrones, NT Live: The Comedy of Errors) plays Salieri in Peter Shaffer’s iconic play and with live orchestral accompaniment by Southbank Sinfonia. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a rowdy young prodigy, arrives in Vienna and he’s determined to make a splash. Awestruck by his genius, court composer Antonio Salieri has the power to promote his talent or destroy his name.

Exhibition on Screen: I, Claude Monet (Cert tbc)Tuesday 21 February, 7.30pm£7 (£6 under 16s and full time students)“My head is bursting – I want to paint it all.” Award-winning director Phil Grabsky presents a fresh new look at arguably the world’s favourite artist, Claude Monet, using the painter’s own words. Based on letters and other private writings, I, Claude Monet provides new insight into the man who not only painted the picture that gave birth to Impressionism, but who was perhaps the most influential and successful painter of the 19th and early 20th centuries.


National Theatre Live: Hedda Gabler (Cert 12a)Thursday 9 March, 7pm£15 (£14 concessions)Just married. Bored already. Hedda longs to be free... Trapped but determined, Hedda tries to control those around her, only to see her own world unravel. Tony Award-winning director Ivo van Hove (A View from the Bridge) returns to National Theatre Live screens with a modern production of Ibsen’s masterpiece. Ruth Wilson (Luther, The Affair, Jane Eyre) plays the title role in a new version by Patrick Marber (Notes On A Scandal, Closer).

Exhibition on Screen: The Artists Garden – American Impressionism (Cert tbc)Tuesday 21 March, 7.30pm£7 (£6 under 16s and full time students)The story of American impressionism is closely tied to a love of gardens and a desire to preserve nature in the midst of rapid urbanisation in that country. Looking at studios, gardens and famous locations throughout the eastern United States, UK and France, this mesmerising film is a feast for the eyes.

National Theatre Encore: Saint Joan (Cert 12a)Thursday 30 March, 7pm£15 (£14 concessions)Gemma Arterton is Joan of Arc, broadcast from the Donmar Warehouse. Bernard Shaw’s classic play follows the life and trial of a young country girl who declares a bloody mission to drive the English from France.

National Theatre Live: Twelfth Night(Cert 12a)Thursday 6 April, 7pm£15 (£14 concessions)Tamsin Greig is Malvolia in a new twist on Shakespeare’s classic comedy of mistaken identity. A ship is wrecked on the rocks. Viola is washed ashore. Determined to survive on her own, she steps out to explore a new land. So begins a whirlwind of mistaken identity and unrequited love. Simon Godwin (National Theatre Live: Man and Superman, National Theatre Live: The Beaux’ Stratagem) directs this joyous new production with Tamsin Greig (Friday Night Dinner, Black Books, Episodes) and an ensemble cast that includes Daniel Rigby (Flowers, Jericho), Tamara Lawrence (Undercover), Doon Mackichan (Smack the Pony) and Daniel Ezra (The Missing, Undercover).


Wednesdays 11 January – 15 March 25

Take Part: Painting with NatureThursday 12 January

Live Screenings: No Man’s Land 14

Thursday 19 January

Film: Gypsy 19

Friday 20 January

Comedy, poetry & talks: John Hegley 12

Take Part: Lino Printing 24

20 January - 4 March

Exhibitions: A Ritual Landscape 23

Saturday 21 January

Family Theatre: Pop 11

Tuesday 24 January

Film: My Scientology Movie 19

Thursday 26 January

Film: Café Society 19

Friday 27 January

Free Fridays: Harry Houseago 9

Saturday 28 January

Film: Otway The Movie 3

Music: John Otway 3

Thursday 2 February

Live Screenings: Amadeus 14

Saturday 4 February

Take Part: Marvellous Mosaics 24

Music: When Ella Met Joe 3

Tuesday 7 February

Take Part: Valentine Ceramics 24

Film: Julieta 20

Thursday 9 February

Film: Bridget Jones’s Baby 20

Friday 10 February

Theatre: Dare Devil rides to Jarama 10

Saturday 11 February

Family Theatre: Much Ado About Puffin 11

Tuesday 14 February

Take Part: Bricking it 30

Film: Finding Dory 20

Wednesdays 15 February, 12 & 19 April

Take Part: Crafty Kids 30

Wednesday 15 February

Recitals: Bybrook Duo 8

Thursday 16 February

Music: Philip Henry and Hannah Martin 4

Friday 17 February

Comedy, poetry & talks: Andy Zaltzman 12


Film: Swallows and Amazons 20

Tuesday 21 February – Tuesday 28 March

Take Part: Ceramics Throw Down 25

Tuesday 21 February

Exhibition on screen: I, Claude Monet 14

Thursday 23 February

Film: The Beatles: Eight Days a Week 20

Friday 24 February

Take Part: Weaving with Peg Looms 24

Free Fridays: Sharon Lazibyrd 9


Theatre: From Ibiza to the Norfolk Broads 10

Wednesday 1 March – Wednesday 5 April

Take Part: Writing Children’s Stories 25

Thursday 2 March

Film: The Girl on the Train 21

Friday 3 March

Music: The Music of Kate Bush 4

Saturday 4 March

Music: Martin Simpson 5

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Tuesday 7 March

Film: Lo and Behold,

Reveries of the Connected World 21

Thursday 9 March

Live Screenings: Hedda Gabler 15

Friday 10 March

Theatre: Burton 10

11 March - 29 April

Exhibitions: From Here to There 23

Saturday 11 March

Music: Tom McConville Band 5

Wednesday 15 March

Take Part: Decorative Hand Stitching 24

Recitals: Alexander Ullman 8

Thursday 16 March

Film: Hunt For The Wilderpeople 21

Friday 17 March

Comedy, poetry & talks: Wendy Cope 13

Saturday 18 March

Music: Craobh Rua 6

Tuesday 21 March

Exhibition on screen: The Artists Garden 15

Thursday 23 March

Showcase: The Remi Harris Project 6

Friday 24 March

Take Part: Painting with Eggs 24

Free Fridays: Newton Country 9

Saturday 25 March

Family Theatre: Sammy the Snow Leopard 11

Thursday 30 March

Take Part: Willow Garden Structures 25

Live Screenings: Saint Joan 15

Friday 31 March

Music: Effra 6

Saturday 1 April

Comedy, poetry & talks: Sunny Ormonde 13

Tuesday 4 April

Film: Captain Fantastic 21

Thursday 6 April

Live Screenings: Twelfth Night 15

Friday 7 April

Theatre: The Odyssey (Greek Stuff!) 10

Saturday 8 April

Music: Luke Daniels 7

Monday 10 April

Take Part: Children’s Drive In Cinema 30

Tuesday 11 April

Film: Trolls 22

Thursday 13 April

Film: I, Daniel Blake 22

Tuesday 18 April

Film: Fantastic Beasts and

Where to Find Them 22

Film: Sonita 22

Wednesday 19 April

Recitals: Lorna Davis 8

Thursday 20 April

Family Theatre: A Strange New Space 11

Friday 21 April

Comedy, poetry & talks: Ian McMillan 13

Saturday 22 April

Comedy, poetry & talks: Dr Phil Hammond 13

Thursday 27 April

Film: The Light Between Oceans 22

Friday 28 April

Free Fridays: Ramshackle Orchestra 9

Saturday 29 April

Music: Mark Nevin and his band 7


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Gypsy (Cert 12)Thursday 19 January, 11am & 7.30pmRunning time 142 minutes, 2016, UKImelda Staunton stars in the performance of her career in one of the greatest ever musicals, based on the memoirs of famous striptease artist Gypsy Rose Lee. This West End revival received three Laurence Olivier Awards and two UK Theatre Award Nominations.

My Scientology Movie (Cert 15)Tuesday 24 January, 7.30pm97 minutes, 2015, UKLouis Theroux turns his enquiring lens on the infamous church of Scientology, hoping to gain entry with his natural charm and modesty. When he is refused access, Theroux casts actors to re-enact incidents people experienced as members to better understand the way it operates. Provocative, gloriously funny and outlandishly revealing, with a bizarre twist worthy of a Hollywood movie.

Café Society (Cert 12a)Thursday 26 January, 11am & 7.30pm96 minutes, 2016, USThe 1930s milieu of movie stars, playboys, flamboyant parties and gangsters form the backdrop to Woody Allen’s tale of a young man who leaves New York to start a new life in LA. Scoring a job at his uncle’s talent agency, he is soon swept up by the vibrant café society that defined the spirit of the age. One of Allen’s most visually accomplished films, this fast paced screwball comedy is an ode to classic Hollywood.

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Bridget Jones’s Baby (Cert 15)Thursday 9 February, 11am & 7.30pm123 minutes, 2016, UK / US / France The wait is finally over, 20 years after the publication of the first Bridget Jones novel, Renée Zellweger returns to the role that made her a star. Now in her 40’s and single again, Bridget decides to focus on her career and surround herself with friends. Then, her love life takes a turn and she meets a dashing American suitor who is everything that Mr Darcy is not. But there’s a hitch: she discovers that she’s pregnant, but can only be fifty percent sure of who the father is.

Swallows and Amazons (Cert Pg)Saturday 18 February, 2pm96 minutes, 2016, UKArthur Ransome’s childhood classic is updated for a new generation of would-be adventurers. Set over an idyllic summer holiday in the Lake District, the Walker children sail their boat to camp on a remote island, but soon realise that they are not alone. The battle for ownership of the island teaches them skills of survival, friendship and the importance of holding your nerve.

The Beatles: Eight Days a Week - The Touring Years (Cert 12a)Thursday 23 February, 11am & 7.30pm97 minutes, 2016, UK / USFebruary 1964; after a brief commercial break, four young men from Liverpool step onto the Ed Sullivan stage, changing culture forever. Seventy-three million people watched The Beatles perform that night, the largest audience in television history. But it is what the band did next that would introduce them to the entire world, permanently transforming the music industry and forever engraining them into the fabric of popular culture... They went on tour.

Julieta (Cert 15)Tuesday 7 February, 7.30pm99 minutes, 2016, Spain w/subsPedro Almodóvar returns with an intriguing mystery spanning three decades in the life of a Madrid schoolteacher. A chance encounter with a friend prompts a major change of plan for Julieta. Almodóvar once again proves to be a master of dissecting the interior lives of middle-aged women in a typically stylish and intricately plotted melodrama.

Finding Dory (Cert U)Tuesday 14 February, 2pm97 minutes, 2016, US Pixar Studios revisit the eye poppingly gorgeous underwater world of Finding Nemo, this time focusing on Dory, a friendly but forgetful blue tang fish who somehow became separated from her parents as a child. With help from Nemo and Marlin, Dory embarks on an epic adventure to find them and everyone learns a few things about the real meaning of family along the way.

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The Girl on the Train (Cert 15)Thursday 2 March, 11am & 7.30pm112 minutes, 2016, US Emily Blunt stars in the gripping adaptation of Paula Hawkins’ best-selling suspense thriller. Devastated by her recent divorce, Rachel spends her daily commute fantasizing about the seemingly perfect couple who live in a house that her train passes every day. One morning, she sees something shocking happen there and becomes entangled in the mystery that unfolds.

Lo and Behold, Reveries of the Connected World (Cert 12a)Tuesday 7 March, 7.30pm98 minutes, 2016, US Werner Herzog has made a career out of exploring the conflict between humans and nature and now turns his attention to something a little more intangible – the internet. Through fascinating interviews with scientists, hackers, victims of online bullying and a group of forest dwellers recovering from ‘internet overdose’, he traces the evolution of our connected world and muses on where our growing dependence on these technologies might take us.

Hunt For The Wilderpeople(Cert 12a)Thursday 16 March, 11am & 7.30pm101 minutes, 2016, New ZealandOne of those rare films that you just don’t want to end, this heart-warming odd couple comedy follows an unruly teenager and a grouchy bushman who unwittingly find themselves the subject of a national manhunt. Following a series of mishaps and misunderstandings, they head deep into the New Zealand bush and are branded both as outlaws and folk heroes. Loaded with visual gags, stylistic flourishes and a slew of movie references, this endlessly inventive and often surprisingly poignant film is an absolute joy.

Captain Fantastic (Cert 15)Tuesday 4 April, 7.30pm118 minutes, 2016, US The title may sound like a Superhero movie, but the superpowers on display in this entertaining and thought provoking drama are ones of self-sufficiency, mutual respect and an appreciation of nature. Viggo Mortensen is on top form as the patriarch of an unconventional family who live deep in the forests of the pacific North West. They hunt and farm their own food, sing around the campfire, learn about herbal remedies and take part in rigorous daily exercise. But when tragedy strikes, they are forced to leave their bucolic existence and confront the outside world.


Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (Cert 12a)Tuesday 18 April, 2pm133 minutes, 2016, UK The adventures of writer Newt Scamander in New York’s secret community of witches and wizards, seventy years before Harry Potter reads his book in school.

Sonita (Cert Pg)Tuesday 18 April, 7.30pm90 minutes, 2015, Germany/ Switzerland / Iran / Farsi w/subsThis extraordinary film follows Sonita Alizadeh, a young female Afghan refugee living in Iran, who rejects an arranged marriage in order to pursue a life making rap music.

The Light Between Oceans(Cert 12a)Thursday 27 April, 11am & 7.30pm133 minutes, 2016, UK / New Zealand / US Acclaimed director Derek Cianfrance’s eagerly awaited adaptation M.L. Steadman’s heart-wrenching bestseller is set on a beautiful remote island off the west coast of Australia whose only inhabitants are the lighthouse keeper and his wife.

I, Daniel Blake (Cert 15)Thursday 13 April, 11am & 7.30pm100 minutes, 2016, UK / France / Belgium For what could be a final feature film, Ken Loach uses a format similar to his acclaimed early work Cathy Come Home to explore the Kafkaesque bureaucracy of the modern benefits system. Following the increasingly frustrating experiences of a 59 year old carpenter who needs help after injuring himself and a destitute single mother of two, this Palm D’or winning film is an authentic, quietly devastating and often very funny critique of an uncaring system that cripples those that are in most need of help.

Trolls (Cert Pg)Tuesday 11 April, 2pm93 minutes, 2016, US From the genius creators of Shrek, Trolls stars Anna Kendrick as Poppy, the optimistic leader of the Trolls, and her polar opposite, Branch, played by Justin Timberlake. Together, this unlikely pair of Trolls must embark on an adventure that takes them far beyond the only world they’ve ever known.

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Studio Three Libby Ballard Ceramicist

Libby Ballard Ceramics has been inherently inspired by coastal surroundings. Having recently moved to Pound Arts, Libby is looking forward to the countryside surroundings and how that will inspire her [email protected] libbyballard.co.uk

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20 January - 4 March Launch event: Friday 20 JanuaryRob Irving’s photographs focussing on the stone circles at Avebury formed part of his recent doctoral research into the ritual and mythical landscapes of Wiltshire. Accompanying them within this exhibition are additional works from his wider practice.

Studio One Caroline Rudge Fine Artist, Animator and Tutor

Caroline welcomes commissions and tutors one-to-one painting and drawing sessions from her studio. Contact her to find out more: 07811277917 [email protected] carolinerudge.com

Studio Two Alex Bishop Luthier, Musican and Guitar Teacher

Alex offers one-to-one guitar and gypsy-jazz guitar lessons and guitar making workshops from his studio.Contact him to find out more: 07515440071 [email protected] alexbishopguitars.com

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Bath Textile Artists: From Here to There11 March - 29 April Launch event: Friday 10 MarchBath Textile Artists are a select group of professionals who combine years of experience in the fields of embroidery, felting, quilting, costume, weaving, dyeing and stitching. Inspiration for members comes from the response to nature and landscape, a love of travel, myth and architecture. In this latest exhibition, a variety of interpretations of the theme “From Here to There” are presented. Different thought processes and techniques of working go to make this a fascinatingly varied exhibition. Rob Irving


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Lino PrintingFriday 20 January, 10am-5pm£45 including materialsJoin artist in residence Caroline Rudge for a full day of lino printing. Using the theme of nature, you’ll learn a range of techniques to create an A5 print to take home. No experience necessary.

Marvellous MosaicsSaturday 4 February, 1pm-4pm£35 including materials Wiltshire artist and tutor Emma Leith will guide you to create your own piece of mosaic art. A variety of exciting, colourful materials will be provided to inspire your creativity! Suitable for beginners.

Valentine Ceramics Tuesday 7 February, 7pm-9pm£25 including materials + firingCreate personalised porcelain hanging hearts with artist in residence Libby Ballard. Your ceramics will be fired and ready to collect in time for Valentine’s Day.

Weaving with Peg LoomsFriday 24 February, 10am-4pm£40Make a unique piece of woven art with Wiltshire textile artist Jess Tanner. You’ll be guided in techniques using a peg loom with back straps and colourful recycled fabrics. All materials provided but you’re welcome to bring your own along too. No experience necessary.

Decorative Hand Stitching Wednesday 15 March, 10am-1pm£30, including materialsDevelop basic hand stitching techniques with textile artist Susan Sutton. Bring your work alive with texture and dimensional detail to create a brooch or sample to take home. Materials provided but feel free to bring your own sewing bag too. Beginners welcome.

Painting with EggsFriday 24 March 10am-5pm£45 including materialsEgg tempera is a traditional and beautiful paint associated with Medieval and Renaissance masters. Artist in residence Caroline Rudge will share the history of ‘painting with eggs’ and its relevance for artists today. You’ll learn how to make your own paints and apply techniques to a small panel painting. Beginners welcome.

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Willow Garden StructuresThursday 30 March, 10am-3.30pm£45 including materialsJoin basket maker Susan Early to make a stunning willow garden pyramid, ideal for the start of the summer! You’ll use English Willow to create your own pyramid as well as a willow bird feeder or a sphere structure. No experience necessary.

GoldiesSecond Monday of each month, 10.45am-11.45am£1 donation per sessionGolden Oldies offers fun singing for older people. Come along and join the fun, bring a friend or tell someone who might benefit from this regular social activity. Visit golden-oldies.org.uk

Dancing Through TimeTuesdays (term time), 11am-12pm£3Join Kara as she guides you through gentle chair-based exercises to improve your fitness and promote mobilisation of your joints. These weekly classes are also a great way to meet new people. Price includes tea and biscuits.

Ceramics Throw DownTuesday 21 February – Tuesday 28 March, 7pm-9pm£120 for six weeksUnder the expert guidance of artist in residence Libby Ballard, take part in your own pottery throw down. The course aims to improve hand building techniques and will include an introduction to using a pottery wheel and glazes. Suitable for beginners and those who have already had a go at ceramics.

Painting with NatureWednesdays 11 January – 15 March, 10am-1pm£120 for eight weeksUsing paint and natural materials, landscape artist Helen Garrett will guide you in techniques, drawing and observational work with still life and landscape. This popular course is suitable for beginners.

Writing Children’s StoriesWednesday 1 March – Wednesday 5 April, 7pm-8.30pm£50 for six weeksHave you ever made up stories for your children or grandchildren? Ever wanted to? Join award-winning children’s author Sharon Tregenza to get you started. Expect a fun, relaxed, informal atmosphere, suitable for beginners.


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Anyone Can Draw! Art and Drawing ClassesTuesdays, 10.30am to 12.30pm£80 for seven week term including most materialsThis class covers the essentials of drawing, teaching you new skills each week and using a wide variety of media and materials. Build confidence in your artistic abilities in a sociable and supportive space.Contact: [email protected] or visit minervaart.co.uk

Sewing Classes for BeginnersTuesdays, 7pm to 9pm£110 for 6 weeksIf you are an absolute beginner or want to progress a little more from the basics then this is the class for you. From using a sewing machine, overlocker, understanding paper patterns, measuring, cutting out and fitting to completing a simple item. This course will give you confidence and enjoyment of sewing.Contact Ellen: 07590 333473 / [email protected] or visit curtainsandcouture.wix.com/ellensilvester

Shapes and SlimmingMondays, 6pmA heathy weight loss programme that requires no calorie counting with great results.Contact Heather: 01380 828372 / [email protected] or visit shapesslimming.co.uk

Corsham Singing StudioMondays, Fortnightly, 3.30pm to 8.30pmTeaching opera, classical music, singing musical theatre and pop. Singers of all ages and abilities welcome!Contact Marie Elliot: 07866 514209 / [email protected] or visit corshamsingingstudio.co.uk

Pound SoundMondays at 7.30pmFirst session free, then £9 per week or termly payment at £8 per sessionCorsham’s community choir sing for fun, without any written music. Singing all types of songs, including jazz, folk, pop, gospel and world music.Contact Chris & Lisa Samuel: 07971 918862 / [email protected]

Yogatree: Iyengar Yoga ClassesMondays, 6pm beginners & 7.15pm level 2 (advanced)Join Lydia for Iyengar Yoga Classes and learn a range yoga postures focusing on flexibility, balance, alignment and deep relaxation. Contact Lydia: 01249 716235 / [email protected]

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Tai ChiTuesdays; 6pm beginners & 7.15pm advancedFirst class free, £7 per week or termly payment at £6 per weekContact Richard: 01249 715152 or Dave: 07776002032

Transcoco (Transition Community Corsham)Fourth Tuesday of the month, 7.30pmFree, open to non-members Working with Corsham community, Transcoco is a growing movement helping local people find solutions to local sustainability issues and environmental challenges.Contact: [email protected] or visit transcoco.org.uk

The Wiltshire Pilates Company – Jill RowlandWednesdays & FridaysContact Jill: 07974 788591 or visit thewiltshirepilatescompany.co.uk

The Corsham SingersWednesdays, 7.30pm to 9pmJoin a new choir, come and enjoy singing – no audition necessary.Contact Brenda: 01225 8212065 / email Elizabeth [email protected]

Life Drawing with Chris DunnLast Thursday of the month, 7.30pm to 9.30pm £10Join artist Chris Dunn for a monthly life drawing class. Sessions are untutored and freestyle, with a professional model. Please bring your own equipment – suggested materials: easel, paper, pencils and paints. Suitable for all.Contact Chris: 07749 903323 / [email protected]

Corsham Arts SocietySecond Thursday of the month, 7.45pm. Visitors welcome, £5 for non-members, students £2.50.Monthly talks and demonstrations with guest speakers

• 12 January – ‘Graffiti Art’ a talk by art historian Paul Chapman • 9 February – ‘It’s Never Too Late’ a talk by contemporary glass artist Mary Quarmby • 9 March – demonstration & talk by watercolour artist Steve Hall • 13 April – ‘Designing and Making Mosaics’ a talk by Emma Leith with participation

Contact Gill Neale: 01225 810049 / [email protected] or visit corshamartssociety.co.uk

Corsham Civic SocietyMonthly Friday meetings from 7.30pm. £2 entry for members, £5 for non-members.

• 27 January - What is Corsham Town Council for?• 24 February - Lunch at The Methuen Arms • 24 March - Parish Churches in North Wiltshire• 28 April - tba

01249 715741 / [email protected] or visit corshamcivicsociety.co.uk


ActNoW Youth Theatre 10 weeks during term-time

ActNoW is a chance to explore drama and theatre in a safe, welcoming and fun environment. Led by actors Sidney and Tristan from The Last Baguette theatre company, our groups are tailored to different ages and are designed to inspire, engage and build confidence. No experience necessary, all welcome. FREE taster sessions available!

ActNoW START Saturdays, 10.45am - 11.45am, £50ActNoW 2 Saturdays, 11.45am - 12.45pm, £50ActNoW 3 & 4 Saturdays, 12.45pm - 2.45pm, £60Young Company Wednesdays, 7.15pm - 9.15pm, £60

For more information, check poundarts.org.uk or contact [email protected] us on facebook: ActNoW Youth Theatre Follow us on Twitter: @poundartsyt

Arts Awards available

Lego ClubWenesdays from February (term time), 4pm-5pm £5Calling all builders! With a mix of themes and free-building sessions, our Lego club is a fun way to meet like-minded enthusiasts and get creative with Lego.

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PlaytimeThursdays (term time), 10am-11am18 months - 4 years£4 per childA fun and creative play session for parents and tots. Meet other families for stories, craft, music and play.

National Ukulele Orchestra of CorshamTuesdays (term time), 4pm£4.50/£6 for child and parentPlaying the Ukelele is fun, inexpensive and sociable. We want to get Corsham strumming to some killer tunes whether you can already play or are a complete beginner. Join leaders Angelique Williamson and Chris Fitzgerald Jones and you’ll quickly become hooked. We would love for this to be a family event – we are offering a discount for children who bring a parent with them to be in the group!

A partnership project between Pound Arts & Heywood Prep

Funded by Wiltshire Music Connect

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Music BugsMondays, 10.30am£4.25 per session paid half term/termly in advanceBabies and children can do what they do best – singing, exploring, finding their rhythm and making new friends. Age guidance: 0-5 years.Contact Maria Kiff: 0844 578 1014 / [email protected]

Pound Ballet StudioMondays to SaturdaysPound Ballet Studio delivers classes in ballet, tap, modern and contemporary dance for all ages.Contact Sally-Ann Hill: 01249 714315 / [email protected] visit poundballetstudio.co.uk

Sing and SignTuesday mornings from 10amBabes’ From birth, build the framework for good communication through song, music and sign! Up to 6 months of age.‘Stage 1’ Combine the benefits of music and baby signing! From 5 months to speaking.Contact Sarah: 07887 243788 / [email protected] or visit singandsign.co.uk

Piano Lessons with Ruth PfundnerExperienced, patient piano teacher with a good track record in exams and enthusing young and old alike.Contact Ruth Pfundner: 01249 715262 / [email protected]

Courage PerformersWednesdays4 to 11 years, 4.45pm to 5.45pm11 to 18 years, 6pm to 7pm£6 per weekIf you love singing, dancing and drama, then Courage Performers is the group for you!Contact Felicity: 07860 315801 or visit courageperformers.com

Rock Guitar SchoolWednesdays, from 5.30pmLearn guitar as part of a small class, working together, having fun and performing awesome songs, just like a real rock band. Your first taster session is free, with equipment provided.Contact Anthony: 07804 129348 / [email protected] or visit rockguitarschool.co.uk

Corsham Windband AssociationFridays, 6.45pm to 9pm & Saturdays, 9am to 12.45pmThree bands catering for a range of abilities and who are always keen to welcome new and experienced players. Come along to a practice at The Pound on Saturday morning from 9.15am.Contact Martin Edmundson: 01249 714372 or visit corshamwindband.org.uk

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Bricking itTuesdays: 14 February, 11 & 18 April 10.30am-12.30pm£1.50Become a builder at The Pound. We’ll provide a mountain of Lego, you provide the creativity. Bring your family and friends along for some Lego fun.

Crafty Kids Wednesdays: 15 February, 12 & 19 April 10.30am-12.30pm£1.50Join one of our friendly artists for our popular school holiday craft session. Drop-in for family-friendly messy fun!

Children’s Drive-In CinemaMonday 10 April, 11am £7.50Ages 10 and underCheck in at The Pound to build a car in the junk garage. Once you’ve made your wheels and personalised your ride, you’ll be ready to sit back and enjoy a collection of short children’s films on the big screen from the comfort of your own car. Please bring a grown-up, but do tell them how to safely hold scissors.

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Don’t miss our family shows (p.11), Lunchtime Recital (p.8) or films (p.20 & 22)!


The Pound Arts Trust is a registered charity with a reach across the whole of Wiltshire and South Gloucestershire. We run The Pound arts centre, The Blue Sky Festival in June, Magic and Mayhem Festival in November and Rural Arts Touring for Wiltshire and South Gloucester.

Joining as a Friend not only helps you keep connected to our thriving arts centre but helps support our participation work, reaching over 16,000 children and young people every year.

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BUSINESS FRIENDSPound Arts Business Friends enables organisations to benefit from accessing our audiences all year round.

Benefits include:

• Your business’ logo included in each of our season brochures and on our website

• Acknowledgement of your business’ support on Pound Arts Twitter, Facebook and other social media sites

• Selected complimentary tickets for you and your employees to events throughout the year (subject to availability)

We’re very grateful to the following businesses for their year round support

For all Business Friends enquiries and questions, please contact [email protected]

Save money and support the arts on your doorstep by becoming a Friend of Pound Arts today.Benefits for all Friends include:• Priority booking – be the first to book each season

• Fee free booking – no card or postage fees apply

• Free ticket exchange – have your tickets credited if you cannot attend an event

You can join for as little as £25 per year. For a full list of Friends memberships, please visit poundarts.org.uk


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