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Welcome to the Subscription Rooms Summer brochure!

As we welcome warmer weather and longer days, we are delighted to bring more thrilling entertainment for the people of Stroud District (and beyond) to enjoy. Taking us into the summer months are some truly exceptional gigs, shows and concerts so make sure to come and pay us a visit.

Headline gigs to look out for include roots, acoustic and folk legends Show of Hands who will be playing a fundraiser for local charity Stroud Court Community Trust, as well as Son Yambu whose intoxicating fusion of Spanish and African rhythms bring audiences a sensational, authentic Latin music experience.

This season we will be playing host to many brilliant community focused events. After the success of the January event we see the return of the fantastic Stroud Vegan Fair which will be a celebration of the best Vegan products and brands from the Gloucestershire area, as well as boasting an outdoor food court and a programme of talks and demos throughout the day. Gloucestershire Music Presents will also join us for four days of music-making featuring more than 600 youth, adult and community musicians. Not to mention much-loved TV presenter and naturalist Chris Packham, who willl be giving two talks (due

to popular demand!) in conjunction with Stroud Nature Festival.

Our family programme continues this season with some fantastic events. Two of our favourites include Kidzclub Stroud, a family rave for children up to age 11 and their adult accomplices, and Keepy Uppy, a play for the 2018 World Cup year aimed at football fans, non-football fans, children and families.

Two Brass Band favourites, Aldbourne Band and Fairey Band, return as our 2018 Brass Band Season continues into the summer and in May the brilliant JP Brass All Stars return for the second year as part of Jazz Stroud festival.

The locally run SubTrax club night presents two fantastic nights to keep you dancing to the early hours of the morning. Hip-Hop royalty The Sugarhill Gang will perform with local collective Stroud Block Party for a May Bank Holiday party like no other, and The Correspondents will be bringing their hi-octane, genre-bending dance music in June.

We hope everyone will find something that inspires them to visit us this summer, and don’t forget to check our website for any last-minute additions to the programme.

The Subscription Rooms TeamTop Picks

Keepy Uppy

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KlubKidz Stroud

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The Correspondents

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Son Yambu

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Stroud Summer Vegan Fair

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Show of Hands

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Gloucestershire Music Presents

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What’s On

MAYThu 03 Wayne Hemingway

Fri 04 Jive Dance

Sat 05 Weave a Willow Piglet Workshop

Sat 05 Makers Family Fair

Wed 09 Show of Hands

Fri 11 London Calling

Sat 12 Mind Body Spirit Show

Sat 12 The Feldenkrais Method

Sun 13 The Big Bad Wolf Kids Concert

Sat 19 Select Festival: Mending with Celia Pym

Thu 24 Woody Pines

Fri 25 The Importance of Being Earnest

Sat 26 The JP Brass All Stars

Sun 27 The Sugarhill Gang with Stroud Block Party

Mon 28 Keepy Uppy

Wed 30 Magic Workshop

JUNE

Sat 02 KlubKidz Stroud

Sun 03 Aldbourne Band

Sat 09 Son Yambu

Wed 13 Stroud U3A Open Day

Fri 15 Woody Mann

Sat 16 Simon Goodall and The Born Again Shadows

Sat 23 The Correspondents

Sun 24 Fairey Band

Thu 28 - Sun 01 Gloucestershire Music Presents

JULY

Fri 06 Wildlife in the George Room

Fri 06 Chris Packham

Sat 14 The Darkside of Pink Floyd

Sat 21 John Coghlans Quo and HubCap

Sun 22 Stroud Summer Vegan Fair

The Sugarhill Gang - Page 6

Fairey Band - Page 11

Chris Packham - Page 10


Fri 4 May & Fri 22 Jun | 8pm | Dance

Jive DanceOur monthly Jive Dances have a great atmosphere on a great dance floor. Dance the night away to top swing and jive music. More info: www.justjive.com Tickets: £8

Sat 5 May | 10.30am - 3.30pm | Fair

Makers Family FairAn exciting range of local makers and small businesses. Discover clothing, art, furniture, delicious treats and more! The fair is aimed at families with younger children.Entry: Free

Thu 3 May | 8pm | Talks

Wayne Hemingway With a career spanning four decades in the design industry, Wayne Hemingway has a fair few stories to tell. Insightful, thought-provoking, often hilarious and always truthful, audiences are riveted by his rags-to-Red or Dead tale.Tickets: £17.50, £15.50 concessions

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Wed 9 May | 7.30pm | Music

Show of Hands Duo Tour Dovetailing old songs with new, this is an unmissable celebration of Steve Knightley and Phil Beer’s impact on roots, acoustic and folk music. This is a fundraiser for Stroud Court Community Trust – the leading UK residential charity for adults with autism and complex needs.Tickets: £23.50

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Sat 12 May | 10am - 4pm | Fair

Mind Body Spirit ShowYou can buy crystals, jewellery and art. Therapies include Reiki and reflexology. Meet a chiropractor or have your aura photographed. Gain new insights into your well-being, your life and the world around you. Entry: £2, accompanied children free

Sun 13 May | 3pm | Community

The Big Bad Wolf Kids ConcertGloucestershire Symphony Orchestra join forces with young singers and narrator Lydia Kenny, in the fourth year of their successful children’s concerts. Watch out for their school visits in the lead-up to the concert. Tickets: £11.50, accompanied children free

Fri 11 May | 8pm | Music

London Calling The top UK Clash tribute band bring their sold-out UK tour to Stroud. Celebrating the 40 year anniversary of the release of the Give ‘Em Enough Rope album, London Calling will play the whole of the album along with a best of The Clash set.Advance: £13.50 Doors: £16

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Thu 24 May | 7.30pm | Music

Woody PinesNashville troubadour Woody Pines cut his teeth as a professional busker. Drawing from back alley anthems and old 78s of US roots music from blues to hillbilly. Advance: £15.50, £13.50 concessionsDoors: £17.50, £15.50 concessions

Fri 25 May | 7.30pm | Theatre

The Importance of Being earnest One of the most cherished plays around the world, Split Second Productions present Oscar Wilde’s classic – with two men playing every part. A wildly funny story of romance, identity, perambulators and handbags. Tickets: £20.50, £15.50 concessions


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Sun 27 May | 8pm | Clubnight

Subtrax presents: The Sugarhill Gang with Stroud Block PartyThe American hip hop group known for bringing the genre its first mainstream success with the smash hit Rapper’s Delight in 1979. With a backing based on Chic’s disco classic Good Times, it was the first hip hop song to make the US Billboard Hot 100. It still remains one of the best known, most quoted and most loved hip hop tracks in history, opening the door for every hip hop act we know and love today.Tickets: £26.50Please note this is an 18+ event

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Mon 28 May | 11am & 2pm | Family

Keepy Uppy Keepy Uppy is a play for the 2018 world cup year, for football fans, non-football fans, children and families. With few words and bold physicality, fab footie moves, flicks, sidesteps and original live music. Join tutti frutti as they celebrate the joy of the beautiful game and ignite children’s imagination with visual and physical storytelling. Tickets: £9, £6 concessionsFamily of 4: £25Ages: 3+

‘tutti frutti enraptures its young audience with a wonderful and warm piece of theatre’- The Stage

‘Those looking for a magical and thought-provoking early experience of the wonder and power of theatre should treat themselves to tutti frutti’- British Theatre Guide

‘Leeds-based tutti frutti has a reputation as one of the most inspired ensembles specialising in work for very young children’- The Guardian

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Sat 26 May | 8pm | Music

The JP Brass All Stars Part of Jazz Stroud

The JP Brass All Stars is a collection of musicians drawn

from some of the finest brass-based bands in the south of the UK. Big band classics laced with Swing, Funk and a smattering of Blues will get you on your feet, so dust off the dancing shoes… Tickets: TBC More info: www.jazzstroud.org

Sat 2 Jun | 2pm - 4pm | Family

KlubKidz Stroud This is a family rave for children up to 11 years old and their adult accomplices, with live DJs bringing you a mix of old skool and club classics, along with a dance floor, balloons, confetti, bubbles, face painting, glow sticks, club lights (no strobes) and a chill-out room.Breakdancers will also be teaching mini breakdance!Earlybird offer: £5.50 Child, £7.50 AdultTickets: £7.50 Child, £9.50 Adult

Sun 3 Jun | 3pm | Concert

Aldbourne Band The band’s competing history dates back to before World War I and their achievements include being West of England Champions in 1981, competing at National Finals and appearing on BBC 2’s Best of Brass.Tickets: £12, £10 concessions, £7 children

Wed 13 Jun | 10am - 4pm | Community

Stroud U3A Open DayHave you escaped the tedium of full-time work and family responsibilities and need to consider something new? Masses of varied activities await, no qualifications needed. You only have to enjoy a mixture of learning and leisure in the company of like-minded people.

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Sat 9 Jun | 8pm | Music

Son Yambu Son Yambu play authentic Cuban Son, the intoxicating fusion of Spanish and African rhythms that gave rise to salsa. They give this irresistible music a contemporary edge, bringing their audiences a truly, sensational, authentic Latin music experience. Advance: £16.50 Doors: £18.50

Fri 15 Jun | 8pm | Music

Woody Mann + Film screening of Harlem Street SingerThe Times said of Woody Mann: “You are unlikely to hear anything – or anyone – better in the field he has chosen to master.” Country blues to jazz to originals. Advance: £15.50, £13.50 concessions Doors: £17.50, £15.50 concessions


Simon Goodall and the Bourne Again Shadows The most authentic Cliff and the Shadows tribute act in the UK. Simon’s ability to catch the characteristics of Cliff’s voice is second to none. Advance: £18, £16 concessions Doors: £22, £20 concessions


Subtrax Presents: The CorrespondentsSupport from: DJ C@ in the H@Consisting of singer Mr Bruce and producer Chucks, The Correspondents have been bringing their hi-octane genre-blending dance music everywhere from house parties to festival main stages since 2007. Mr Bruce sings with force, scatting at speed and dancing like his life depends on it while Chucks takes the audience on a journey through a multitude of genres from jazz and blues to the nether regions of electro and drum’n’bass.Advance: £14 | Doors: £17


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Thu 28 Jun - Sun 1 Jul | Various | Community

Gloucestershire Music Presents Gloucestershire Music presents four days of music making featuring more than 600 youth, adult and community musicians.

Thu 28 Jun – Five Valleys Adult Wind Band, Lakeside Concert Band, Colwell Arts Jazz Ensemble

Fri 29 Jun – Gloucestershire Youth Jazz Orchestra, Gloucestershire Youth Jazz Academy, Song Lab, Jazz2Go

Sat 30 Jun – Five Valleys Music Centre Showcase, Gloucestershire Youth Orchestra

Sun 1 Jul – Gloucestershire Youth Choir, Gloucestershire Intermediate String Ensemble, Gloucestershire Youth Strings, Forest of Dean Area Wind Band

Sun 1 Jul – Gloucestershire Symphonic Wind Orchestra, Gloucestershire Youth Wind Orchestra

See website for full schedule of events

Tickets £3.50, accompanied children under 14 free

Fri 6 Jul | 3pm & 8pm (SOLD OUT) | Talks

Chris Packham: Pictures from the edge of the WorldAt the core of all Chris Packham’s work is conservation so expect tales from the frontline and the full-frontal truth about how we get it wrong and get it right. Tickets: £21.50, £11.50 concessions

Fri 6 Jul | 1pm | Community

Wildlife in the George RoomTo tie in with Chris Packham’s visit to the Sub Rooms, your chance to meet local wildlife and conservation organisations and find out about their work, ahead of Big Nature Festival in the Park on Sunday. Entry: Free

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Sun 24 Jun | 3pm | Concert

Fairey Band The Fairey Band are 16 times British Open Champions, 9 times National Champions and are previous winnersof the BBC Best of Brass as well as Granada Band of the Year. This is a Band you don’t want to miss seeing. Tickets: £12, £10 concessions, £7 children

Sat 14 Jul | 8pm | Music

The Darkside of Pink FloydMore than just an ordinary Pink Floyd tribute band, The Darkside of Pink Floyd entertain audiences with a fantastic light show and passionate performances. Tickets: TBC

Sat 21 Jul | 8pm | Music

John Coghlans Quo + HubCap John played on Quo’s greatest albums – Piledriver, Hello!, Quo, On The Level and Blue For You. Definitely not a tribute act, the aim is to recreate an authentic ’70s Quo sound in keeping with John’s time with Quo. Advance: £16.50 Doors: £18.50

Sun 22 Jul | 10am - 4pm | Community

Stroud Summer Vegan Fair Celebrating the best Vegan products and brands from the Gloucestershire area, Stroud Summer Vegan Fair is a celebration of local businesses who promote Vegan products and lifestyles. The Fair will showcase everything from food and drink, clothes and accessories, makeup and cosmetics, arts and crafts and lifestyle brands. As well as there being a wide selection of stalls to browse, there will also be a programme of talks and demos, outdoor food court and seating areas.Entry: £3, accompanied children under 14 free


Classes

MONDAYSYoga & Relaxation with Claudia Weston 5.45pm - 7.15pm (drop in)Ground, lengthen, breathe... suitable for beginners and advanced.

If you are kind to your body it will respond in an incredible way – Vanda Scaravelli

To book: 01453 767444 or [email protected]

Price: £7 per class

WEDNESDAYSJive Class7pm (beginners) 8pm (intermediates)

Get fit and make new friends! Easy-to-learn dances taught step-by-step by experienced teachers. No need to bring a partner.

Price: £6 per class

WEDNESDAYSScriptwritingWed 9 May - Wed 27 Jun (8 week course) 7.00pm - 9.00pm

An introduction to scriptwriting course for beginners or those with some writing experience. After eight weeks participants’ scripts will be read by professional actors.

Price: £8 per class £60 (term booking)

WEDNESDAYSAshtanga Yoga beginners - experiencedWeekly class (term time) 7.15pm - 8.15pm

A dynamic practice based on the Ashtanga yoga primary series. Space also available for self practice (Mysore style).

To book: 07986 003602 or www.pulse4life.co.uk

Price: £9 drop in £7 (term booking)

Looking for somewhere to hold a class, course or workshop? We have a number of diverse spaces at affordable prices to suit your needs. Give us a call on 01453 760992 or email [email protected] for more information.

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Sat 12 May | 2pm

The Feldenkrais Method Walking to RunningDo you walk or run? Reclaim a fundamental human gait in the ability to go from walking to running with the whole body and avoid injury. Through greater awareness of how parts of the body work together it is possible to make activity comfortable, enjoyable and easy.Price: £20, £15 concessions

Sat 19 May | 11am - 1.30pm

Select Festival: ‘Mending’ with Celia PymWorkshop followed by a talk at 3pm.This workshop explores textile repair, how and why you do it. It considers the tenderness and care of mending. You will learn about and develop skills in woven and ‘knitted’ darning, Boro and patching. There will also be an opportunity to work on repairing your garments that have holes. Price: £60, SIT Select member and students: £45 (includes light lunch and tea/coffee)

Sat 5 May | 10am - 4pm

Weave a Willow Piglet in a Day On this enjoyable one day course you will weave a life size piglet from willow. We will start with the body, add two floppy ears, a snout and four trotters. The only thing we will not be weaving is the squeak! All tools and material supplied by the tutor.Price: £50 (+£15 for materials)

Wed 30 May, 01 Aug, 15 Aug

10am - 12pm

Magic Workshops During the workshop, children will learn a variety of tricks using everyday objects that they can perform to amaze their friends. Not only are they taught how to do the trick but also how to perform it. Magic is a performance art and children will learn communication skills that not only help in magic but in everyday life.Price: £10

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exhibitiOns

Sat 28 Apr – Sat 5

Homage to Vivaldi by Three by 3Part of SIT Select Pauline Cullimore, Janet Grist and Sylvia Hammond are three designer makers who love to stitch, and whose works are rooted in the traditions of patchwork and quilting.

This exhibition is a mix of vibrant and textured pieces reflecting the Four Seasons together with an eclectic mix of stitched artwork.

Sat 9 – Sat 16 Jun

Fosseway ArtistsFosseway Artists will be holdingtheir 98th exhibition at the StroudSubscriptions Rooms this summer.There will be a number of differentmediums on exhibit exploring a number of genres.

The declared primary aim of the group was, and remains, to hold an exhibition of pictures and sculpture at least once a year to provide practising local artists with opportunities to exhibit and sell their work.

Fri 24 – Sat 25 Aug

Discover the ArtistsNailsworth Rotary invites you to come and buy mystery artworks! Talented artists from Stroud and beyond have generously donated anonymous original pieces to be sold in aid of charity.

Artwork will be available to buy (for the bargain price of £40) from 2pm on Saturday when you will discover whose work you’ve bought.

Tue 22 – Sat 26 May

Stroud Camera ClubA fascinating exhibition of photographs by members of Stroud Camera Club. The subjects are wide ranging from landscapes to wildlife and just about anything else you can think of! You’ll find something to wonder at, whatever your age or interests.

There will also be a display of photos of Painswick Rococo Gardens who are sponsoring our exhibition this year.

PLEASE NOTE: GALLERY MAY BE CLOSED DURING SPECIFIC TIMES. CALL AHEAD ON 01453 760900 BEFORE MAKING A SPECIAL TRIP

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COntaCt usIN PERSON: Our Box Office is open Mon-Sat: 10am - 5pm

BY PHONE: During Box Office hours on 01453 760900

Subscription Rooms, George Street, Stroud, GL5 1AE

On performance days the box office will be open approximately 30 mins before the doors open and close after the interval.

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FINDING USThe Subscription Rooms are located on George Street in Stroud town centre within a short walking distance of the train and bus stations. There is no customer parking at the venue but there are several council car parks nearby that are free from 6pm: Church Street, Cheapside, London Road and Parliament Street.

ACCESSAll our performance spaces are fully accessible. Please inform the Box Office of any requirements when making your booking.

BAR AND CAFEWhen you visit us, make sure you grab a drink before the show or during the interval from Mr Twitchetts or the Kendrick Bar. We serve a variety of carefully selected drinks and snacks for your enjoyment, including local beers and ales from Stroud Brewery.

BOOKING FEESAll prices advertised include booking fees. Our goal is to provide an excellent personal service to our customers and to do this requires a lot of resource. The booking fee we levy contributes to the cost of running The Subscription Rooms and Box Office.

REFUNDSWe are sorry but we are unable to offer refunds unless an event is cancelled or postponed.

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