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Welcome

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Welcome to The Berry Theatre. Eastleigh Borough Council is proud to launch the opening season of our vibrant and exciting performance space in the heart of Hedge End. With 20,000 people within walking distance of the venue, we hope to become a central part of the Hedge End, West End and Botley community and beyond.

The theatre’s visionary facilities will add to and complement the abundance of existing arts provision within the Borough, including The Berry Theatre’s sister venue: The Point, one of the south’s leading venues for contemporary performance and the renowned Thornden Hall, noted as a centre for musical excellence and for its vital role in nurturing young talent.

Through our groundbreaking partnership with Hedge End Town Council and Wildern School alongside the support of a co-location grant from Partnership for Schools, The Berry Theatre is a shining example of our commitment to provide exceptional facilities for Borough

residents. Against the backdrop of a tough economic climate, our belief in the rewards and long-term benefits that the arts can bring to a community is reflected in the venue’s state-of-the-art amenities, giving local people the chance to experience top-class professional and community entertainment on their doorstep.

We would like to thank our partners for making this possible and hope you enjoy getting involved and visiting the theatre time and time again.

Councillor Keith House

Front cover image: Los Banditos · Photograhper: Peter Langdown

H E W E B

We are offering a range of free events as part of

our opening celebrations – find these by looking

out for the red strawberries at the bottom of pages.


Box office: 01489 799 499 3

Join us for an unforgettable and intimate evening of celebration as we launch the South East’s newest creative landmark, The Berry Theatre.

We are thrilled to announce that BAFTA and Olivier Award nominated, actor and theatre director Sam West (Notting Hill, Howards End, Midsomer Murders, Waking the Dead, Hamlet at the RSC), son of actors Timothy West CBE and Prunella Scales, willl officially open the theatre and join us to speak on the importance of the arts.

Welcomed by drinks and canapés to live ensemble music you will have a chance to soak up the atmosphere of this special evening whilst exploring our Gallery Exhibition, Face Off by photographer Kuba Wieczorek.

Welcome speeches will be followed by a specially created ‘curtain raiser’ by a local company of young actors under the direction of acclaimed physical theatre company Los Banditos (just returned from international tour).

The evening will culminate with the five-star sell out hit I, Elizabeth by Hampshire born actor and producer, Rebecca Vaughan.

*Please note Sam West’s attendance is on the proviso that there are no unplanned filming commitments that require his attendance elsewhere.

Gala Opening EveningThursday 7th April 6pm

Dyad Productions presents

I, ElizabethAdapted & performed by Rebecca Vaughan. Directed by Guy MastersonFive-star sell out hit at Edinburgh 2010.

Using only Elizabeth’s words, solo performer Rebecca Vaughan explores the queen’s struggle to reconcile the desires of womanhood with the duties of sovereignty.

✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ “Worthy of an Academy Award Oscar” – The Carrick Newspaper

Tickets: £16 to include welcome drink and canapés Tickets to this special event are limited. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Photography: Ben Guest



G E T I N V o lV E d

Join us for a FrEE fun-packed day and your chance to try out a range of exciting community workshops from stage make-up to drama sessions and puppetry by renowned puppetry and folk storytelling company The river People.

Stomp your feet to the sounds of Batala drums, experience the brilliance of Southampton Ukulele Jam and be amazed by the professionalism of Crestwood College Steel Band, Panatical and the talented youngsters of local band The Senators.

This is your chance to explore The Berry Theatre from our auditorium right down to our dressing rooms and up to the giddy heights of our technical rigging in one of our backstage tours.

The d.@rt and Wildern leisure Centre will also be opening their doors offering the chance to see workshops in action and to get involved. For a full programme, visit www.theberrytheatre.co.uk

FREE Grand Opening WeekendSaturday 9th April 10am to 2pm

Open Door Saturday

Saturday Timetable

Harry Potter and theDeathly Hallows 1.00pm

We celebrate the installation of our state-of-the-art digital projector with a FREE screening of box office smash hit Harry Potter and the deathly Hallows. Film information on page 15.

FREE venue toursHourly: 10am, 11am and 12 noon

FREE workshops Special effects stage make-up 10.30am – 11.30am

Mask making 12pm – 1pm

Puppetry and Folk Storytelling with The river People 11am – 1pm

Drama 10.30am – 11.30am

Stage Combat (ages 12+) 1pm – 2.30pm

FREE performances Portsmouth Batala drums, Southampton Ukulele Jam, Crestwood College Steel Band, Panatical, The Senators and Wildern School Ensemble and Storytelling for families.

Free event

Main image: The River People · Photograhper: Steve Northam


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We are delighted to bring you an afternoon of FrEE film nostalgia as we take a look at the Borough of Eastleigh in times gone by.

We start our programme of events with a hand-picked selection of short-films. From footage of the Hampshire Boy Scouts war rally in 1912 to the story of the diesel ferry Hotspur’s short and ill-fated journey from Cowes, the Eastleigh Charter Celebrations and the Eastleigh Victory Walk in 1945.

Following this, we will show a stunning BFI National Archive film, Bombs at Teatime. Take a trip back in time to the 1940s.

As if fighting World War II wasn’t hard enough, British people had to put up with years of rationing, baths taken in a couple of inches of water and frequent outbreaks of head lice...

Bombs at Teatime is a portrait of life in Britain throughout one of the most extraordinary decades of our history. Wry, affectionate and surprising, the film documents a time of great austerity as Britain sought to retain its sanity in the shadow of war.

Sunday 10th April 12 noon

Nostalgic Sunday

Sunday Timetable

Film shorts 12 noon till 12.30pm

Bombs at Teatime 1pm till 2.20pm

Weekend Booking Information Tickets are FrEE to all events and workshops during our Grand Opening Weekend. Please book your place to avoid disappointment by calling our Box Office on 01489 799 499. Tickets will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis (max. 4 tickets per caller). Our Café Bar will also be open for light refreshments.

Free event


Three actors are in a modern version of Trojan Women and as they wait backstage for their cues, we learn about their lives and enjoy their bickering. Gradually devastating truths are uncovered as they peel away their layers of pretence, along with the layers of their preposterous costumes.

Kaite o’Reilly’s darkly comic acclaimed play is about the choices women make and the things they hide. Peeling gives audiences a unique and

Monday 4th April 7.30pm

Forest Forge Theatre Company presents

Peeling by Kaite O’Reillycompelling experience as it cunningly interweaves audio description and sign language.

This witty drama was a triumph in its initial productions by Graeae.

“Kaite O’Reilly’s dense, dangerous play ... has all the deceptive simplicity and hopeful despair of a Samuel Beckett play.” – The Guardian

Tickets: FREE - As our first professional

production at The Berry Theatre, we

are pleased to be able to offer FrEE

tickets as a celebration. We will

allocate tickets on a first-come-first-

served basis (maximum of 4 tickets

per person). Please call our Box office.

Suitable for ages 16 years+

www.forestforge.co.uk

This performance is audio

described by Audiences South.

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Jane Austen’s most celebrated female characters are brought to life in this powerful theatre adaptation. Austen speaks for the yearning heart as much now as in her own day... But just how much have things really changed for women since then?

In a bold revisiting, using nothing but the words of Austen herself, this one-woman show from Hampshire born Rebecca Vaughan beautifully illuminates the souls of Emma Woodhouse, lizzy Bennet, Mrs Norris, Miss Bates and many more.

Friday 8th April 7.30pm

DyAD PrODuCTIOnS in association with Theatre Tours International presents

Austen’s WomenTaken out of context and in the absence of the men, these women speak volumes for their sex and standing, constrained by the stringent societal code of their time. Both lovers of Jane Austen and the uninitiated few will revel in appreciation of these romantic heroines distilled to their essence.

Rebecca Vaughan’s solo debut was a resounding hit at Edinburgh 2009 under the direction of Guy Masterson.

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Tickets: £12 / £10 conc.

Suitable for ages 14 years+

In company: There will be a

discussion with the artist after the

show where you will have a chance

to ask questions.

✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ “breathtaking…” – Adelaide Theatre Guide

“...tightly corseted but frilly, flowing and flamboyant in all the right places.” – The Stage

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An amazing opportunity to see Blackeyed Theatre’s revival of its hugely acclaimed production from 2008, featuring five actor musicians who play, sing and act their way through one of the greatest satires ever written. This is Oh What A Lovely War as Joan Littlewood intended – an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Friday 30th September 2pm and 7.30pm

Blackeyed Theatre, in association with South Hill Park Arts Centre and The Courtyard Centre for the Arts, presents Joan Littlewood’s Musical Entertainment

Oh What A Lovely Warover 90 years on from the Armistice, oh What A lovely War remains a classic of the modern theatre and a powerful reminder of the atrocities of a war that cost 20 million lives. Told through the songs and documents of the period, this satirical attack on the military incompetence of the First World War is a chilling reminder of the scope of inhumanity.


Schools Group Bookings: £7 plus

one free for every 10

Suitable for ages 11+

Running time: 2 hours 20 minutes

approx (including interval)

www.blackeyedtheatre.co.uk

“Magnificent...Extraordinary...Astonishing power.” – The Stage


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Following sell-out runs on its national tour, this powerful celebration of France’s most popular singer, Edith Piaf, marks the approach of the 50th anniversary of her death.

Piaf has become synonymous with French Cabaret of the 1940s and 50s. Her life was the stuff of legend, from her dramatic rise from Paris street urchin to star of international renown. Real life, however, was anything but ‘la vie en rose’. In her later years Piaf turned to drugs to find comfort and solace, never able to believe she was indeed loved by countless thousands of fans the world over - reflected in the size of her funeral in 1963 when so many lined the streets of Paris to bid her farewell.

In addition to a detailed narrative thread, the show features la vie en rose, Sous le ciel de Paris, Bal dans ma rue, Autumn leaves, Padam Padam, C’est merveilleux, l’accordéoniste, Non je ne regrette rien and many more.


www.piaf-the-songs.co.uk

“world-class… delivers Piaf’s songs with authority.” – Gilbert Biberian, composer

This exciting combination of live performance and film about the effect of music in wartime sees singer and broadcaster Isla St Clair, performing a selection of songs ranging from napoleonic times through to the popular hits that were born out of two world wars.

Joining Isla is film-maker Patrick King, giving a fascinating and humorous “behind-the-scenes” look at the making of their award-winning documentary films about music in war. Using film clips they illustrate how songs and music played an important part in people’s daily lives, boosting morale, for propaganda purposes or simply reminding people of better times.

This rich mix of song, film and comical out-takes makes for a light-hearted family show that is both informative and wonderfully entertaining.


“Isla’s voice is beautifully pure and brings centuries of music to life ...” – The Sunday Times Magazine

Saturday 30th April 8pm

Edith Piaf – The Songs

Friday 20th May 7.30pm

Isla St Clair presents Eyes Front


Jeremy Hardy has been a stand-up comic since 1984 and will be one until he dies or wins the lottery.

Hampshire born and educated at Farnham College and the University of Southampton, Jeremy is best known for his work on Radio 4, notably on News Quiz, I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue and Jeremy Hardy Speaks to the Nation.

Saturday 14th May 8pm

Off The Kerb Productions presents

Jeremy HardyTickets: £14 / £12 conc.

Suitable for ages 13/14 years +

May contain some strong

language.

“In an ideal world, Jeremy Hardy would be extremely famous, but an ideal world would leave him without most of his best material.” – The Guardian

“A comic genius.” – Sandi Toksvig


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Following a sell-out show at The royal Albert Hall in 2009, we are delighted to bring this new stand up show from international award-winning Irish/Iranian/Teesside comedian Patrick Monahan.

Monahan’s evening of stand-up comes with a new game-show twist - and even a chance to win a date!

Saturday 18th June 8pm

Patrick Monahan 2011 British TourTickets: £12 / £10 conc.

Suitable for ages 16 years +

Patrick Monahan will also present

his children’s comedy show Stories

and Tales for Kids That Run Faster

Than Snails at 1pm (see page 15

for details)

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“at last, comedy that dares to keep things clean.” – The daily Mail

“quick-witted stand-up.” – The Guardian

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Photographer: Steve Ullathorne



C H I l d R E N

Funny stories, silly stories, spooky stories, tall stories. ALL STOrIES!

Come and join our Saturday Storytellers who will delight children and adults of all ages with their fun and entertaining storytime.

Tickets: £3

Suitable for ages 2 years + and their families

(younger siblings also welcome)

Saturday 2nd April, 7th May, 4th June, 2nd July and 6th August 11am – 11.45am

The Berry Theatre presents

The StorytellerSaturday Storytime Sessions

Children’s TheatreAt The Berry Theatre, we want to ensure the theatre we make and programme for children and young people is as high quality as the work we show for adults. We are focussing our energies on creating a thriving ecology for professional work for young audiences, offering training programmes for artists, development opportunities for companies and showcasing excellent work for families and young audiences.

Please contact Sarah Brigham, The Berry Theatre director at [email protected] for more information.

Lost and Found Photography by Robert Workman

Owl and the Pussycat Photography by Farrows Creative


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C H I l d R E N

Based on the award-winning book by the popular author/illustrator Oliver Jeffers, Lost and Found is a heart-warming tale of adventure, bravery, and true love.

once there was a boy. one day he found a penguin at his door...

He didn’t know where it came from or who it belonged to. The penguin looked sad and the boy thought it must be lost. So he decided to help it find its way home, even if that meant rowing all the way to the South Pole…

Travelling light teams up with Polka Children’s Theatre to create this enchanting new show.

Tickets: £6

Special family offer: Four tickets for £22 or five tickets

for £26 (to receive the special offer please call the

Box office on 01489 799 499)

Suitable for ages 3 years +

Running time: 45 minutes

www.travellinglighttheatre.org.uk

“Children’s theatre at its strongest.” – Whatsonstage.com

Thursday 21st April 1pm

Travelling Light and Polka Theatre present

Lost and Found

Follow Owl and Pussycat as they set out on the high seas with only some honey, money and a runcible spoon to help them find their way through a topsy turvey world! Along the way, they meet the piggy wig, the turkey who lives on the hill and the strangest looking tree you’ll ever see!

This beautiful blend of puppetry, live music and beautiful storytelling combines in an enchanting retelling of lear’s classic poem The owl and the Pussycat. Enjoy this absurd hogwash of nonsense featuring silly songs, babbling puppets and smaller -than-life characters.

Tickets: £6



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Suitable for ages 3 - 7 years and their families

www.hiccuptheatre.co.uk

“It was fun and funny.” – Ethan age 5

Saturday 11th June 1pm and 3pm

Hiccup Theatre in association with The Point present

The Owl and the Pussycat



C H I l d R E N

Following the sucess of Shoe Baby, Long nose puppets present their second show ‘Flyaway Katie’. Based on the popular children’s book by Polly Dunbar with music by Tom Gray of Gomez, Flyaway Katie is an inspiring flight of fancy about the power of imagination.

Katie is all alone and feeling grey. The birds in the picture on her wall look so colourful – if only Katie could be as bright as them, who knows what might happen? Bursting with colour, movement and surprises and puppets of all sizes acting the story.

Tickets: £6



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Suitable for ages 2 - 7 years and their families

Running time: 30 mins plus 15 mins ‘meet the puppets’

www.longnosepuppets.com

In Company: There will be a chance for everyone to

meet the puppets after the show (15 min session).

‘‘Magical and beautiful.” – The Guardian

Friday 15th July 11am

Long nose Puppets presents

Flyaway Katie

Join us for an energy-packed and fun-filled family stand-up and storytelling show.

Patrick Monahan’s character, Ali The Amazing, a 467-year-old storyteller, will take your family on a hilarious, interactive ride, with stories that include ‘The Gushing Gulf of Persia’ and ‘The Boy with Snakes For Hands’.

Tickets: £6



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Suitable for ages 5 – 10 years

“Monahan’s rapport with children is heart-warming…Monahan has them giggling and clapping along with delight, and their parents all seem thoroughly entertained too.” – Three weeks magazine

Saturday 18th June 1pm

Patrick Monahan presents

Stories and Tales for Kids That Run Faster Than Snails


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Digital Film ScreeningsCosy chairs, tiered seating, low lights, friends at your side, state-of-the-art digital projection… pick your film. The adventure is about to begin…

Saturday 9th April 1pm

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1(12a) Adventure | Fantasy | Mystery

Harry, Ron, and Hermione decide to finish dumbledore’s work and find the rest of the Horcruxes to defeat the dark lord. This film is part of the Free Grand Opening - booking information on page 5.

Wednesday 13th April 2.00pm

Tangled (PG) Adventure | Comedy | Family

long-haired Princess Rapunzel has spent her entire life in a tower, but when she falls in love with a passing bandit, she must venture into the outside world for the first time to find him.

Monday 18th April 2.00pm

Yogi Bear (U) Adventure | Family

Jellystone Park is celebrating its 100 anniversary, however it may be for the last time - attendance is down and Mayor Brown wants to close the park and sell the land. Joining forces with Ranger Smith to save Jellystone from closing forever, yogi must prove that he is “smarter than the average bear”.

Friday 15th April 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Another Year (12) Comedy | Drama

A married couple who have managed to remain blissfully happy into their autumn years are surrounded over the course of the four seasons by friends, colleagues, and family all suffering some degree of unhappiness. directed by Mike leigh, starring Jim Broadbent, Ruth Sheen, lesley Manville and Imelda Staunton.

Friday 6th May 2.30pm & 7.30pm

The King’s Speech (12A) Drama | History

The story of the man who became King George VI - father of Queen Elizabeth II. George reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by a stutter, Bertie engages the help of an unorthodox speech therapist. Through a set of unexpected techniques and an unlikely friendship, Bertie is able to find his voice and boldly lead the country through war.

Saturday 7th May 2.00pm

Brighton Rock (15) Action | Drama | Thriller

Based on Graham Greene’s classic novel Brighton Rock charts the downfall of Pinkie, a mafia thug who rises in the ranks when his mob boss is killed by a larger gang. Starring John Hurt, Hellen Mirren and Sam Riley.



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Saturday 21st May 2.00pm

Rango (U) Action | Adventure | Animation

A pet chameleon aspiring to be a swashbuckling hero finds himself in a Western town plagued by bandits and forced to play the role for real. Featuring the voices of Johnny depp and Isla Fisher.

Friday 27th May 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Paul (tbc) Comedy | Sci-Fi

Simon Pegg and Nick Frost reunite as two sci-fi geeks whose pilgrimage takes them to America’s UFo heartland. While there, they accidentally meet an alien who brings them on an insane road trip that alters their universe forever.

Friday 3rd June 7.30pm

Killing Bono (15) Comedy

Two brothers attempt to become global rock stars but can only look on as old school friends U2 become the biggest band in the world.

Saturday 4th June 2.00pm

Hop (tbc) Comedy

Hop blends state-of-the-art animation with live action to tell the comic tale of Fred, an out-of-work slacker who accidentally injures the Easter Bunny. As Fred struggles with the world’s worst houseguest, both will learn what it takes to finally grow up. Starring Russell Brand, James Marsden and Elizabeth Perkins.

Friday 17th June 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Oranges andSunshine (15) Drama

Based on the book “Empty Cradles” by Margaret Humphreys, this heartbreaking story charts one of the most significant social scandals in recent times; the forced migration of 130,000 British children. Promised a better life with “oranges and sunshine”, many encountered appalling abuse.

What’s coming next?For our full film programme,

including our August and

September screenings, visit

www.theberrytheatre.co.uk

To be added to our film

mailing list, please email

theberrytheatre@eastleigh.

gov.uk or call 023 8062 7810.

TicketsTicket prices for our films are

£6 / £5 conc. / Children £3.70

Please note screening dates

may change subject to

release dates. Please visit

www.theberrytheatre.co.uk

for up-to-date listings.


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Our first gallery exhibition showcases The Berry Theatre’s welcoming and intimate foyer space with a collaboration between photographer Kuba Wieczorek and TV/Film Director Colin Teague.

The theatre dressing room has a very special atmosphere. It’s quiet and lonely, a place of nerves and superstitions, tension and reflection, a place where actors prepare themselves to be someone else...

April to June

Face OffActors including John Simm, Ken Stott, and Claire Skinner have opened the dressing room door and allowed in photographer Kuba Wierczorek to steal the moment with his vintage plate camera in these extraordinary, intimate portraits.

Curated by Sharrine Scholtz and Kim Savage.

In association with Fold Gallery, london. Proceeds from the sale of works from ‘Face off’ will be donated to the Actors Benevolent Fund.

“It’s a completely different way of working, everything inverted and upside down... It slows you down and strips the image taking the process down to its very basic level. I love the theatricality.” – Kuba Wieczorek

E x H I B I T I o N S

Ken Stott ‘A View From The Bridge’ by Arthur Miller - Duke Of York’s Theatre - May 2009

Free




Get InvolvedOur Creative Learning programme sits at the heart of our theatre. Our aim is to utilise the facility to realise opportunities for work with schools, colleges, community groups and specialist services.

The Berry youth Theatre is the sister company to the highly successful Point youth Theatre and is lucky to have this fantastic venue to call home. Through this project and a number of other workshops, classes, holiday activities and initiatives, we hope to engage local people of all ages in a breadth of new and exciting work.

Since January three of our neighbouring primary schools have taken part in the exciting PlayHouse project which introduces new plays written for young people aged 8 – 10 years to perform.

our Theatre Box project works with families in Hedge End to explore creative and exciting ways to share stories.

our range of work is designed to inspire creativity, improve physical and mental well-being, build people’s confidence and enhance self-esteem in equal measures, but most importantly – it’s a lot of fun. Come and get involved!

To find out how you can get involved please contact Rob Iliffe on 023 8062 7807 or email [email protected]

VolunteerWe are always looking for dedicated volunteers of all ages to join our friendly team.

Whether as an usher, technician, marketeer, member of bar staff or working on one of our many community projects, you will join our sociable team, learn new skills and help make a success of this vibrant new theatre.

If you’d like to get involved, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact us at [email protected] or call 01489 799 499.


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Half-Term Theatre-SkillsJoin us for a jam-packed three days of theatre skill workshops. Working with professional theatre companies and practitioners, you will try out and learn new skills from the pros.

Tue 31st May 10am to 4pm

Puppetry Award-winning puppetry company The River People will show you how to operate and perform with puppets. learn the basic skills of puppet operating and make your own puppet to take home.

Wed 1st June 10am to 4pm

Masks, Stage Make-Up and Effects

your day will be split between mask-making and a ‘horror’ stage make-up workshop -

from scars to bullet holes, bruises, blood and, of course…guts.

Thu 2nd June 10am to 4pm

Stage Combat led by Stage Combat specialist Ian Stapleton. learn the sword-fighting skills of your favourite hero (or villain). Techniques of SAFE but exciting swordplay are explored in a piece of choreography created on the day.

Ages 12-15 years

Tickets: £15 per day, or £40 for all 3 days

daily sharings with friends and family from 3.30pm.

Friday 3rd June 10am – 4pm

Play in a Day During this exciting day you will work to create a play in a day alongside our professional practitioners.

learn to combine a range of theatre skills, how to use props, costumes and technical effects and how to bring everything together for a final production. At the end of the day you will have the chance to perform your work to family and friends.

Ages 8 -11 years

Tickets: £15

Monday 1st – Friday 5th August daily 10am – 4pm

Play in a WeekFor all budding actors and theatre technicians, this fantastic opportunity gives you the chance to perform a play working with theatre professionals.

As well as performing, there will be opportunities to assist backstage with stage management, lighting, sound, design, props, costumes and more. Friends and family will be invited to celebrate your work in the final performance on Friday 5th August at 6.30pm.

Ages 11 - 15 years

Tickets: £75 for the week

Each participant will receive two free tickets to the

final performance. Additional friends and family can

purchase tickets for £3 through our Box office.

Holiday Programme

Please bring a packed lunch and wear comfortable clothing.Places must be booked in advance. For more information please contact Rob Iliffe on 023 8062 7807 or email [email protected] To book please call Box Office on 01489 799 499




Our range of groups for young people allows you to get involved in all aspects of the theatre and take advantage of one-to-one career advice and support with college and job applications in the arts.

The Berry Youth Theatre CompanyOur youth Theatre Company is open to all young people aged 8 - 16. This is your opportunity to work with professional theatre practitioners to explore all aspects of theatre. Sessions take place weekly and we offer the chance to perform at The Berry Theatre and elsewhere.

As the resident Company for The Berry Theatre, you’ll gain professional experience in state-of-the-art facilities, developing your skills in all aspects of the theatre.

For more information and term dates, contact [email protected] or on 023 8063 7806.

Technical TheatreIf you are interested in a career behind stage, we will be offering the following chances to develop your technical theatre skills:

The Technical Youth Theatre For those aged between 15 and 19 years and

interested in a career backstage, we will be launching

a Technical youth Theatre. you will gain the chance to

develop skills across design, lighting, sound, stage

management and more. With regular opportunities to

experience a working theatre in action.

Informal taster sessionTuesday 26th April 4.30 – 6pm Please contact us at [email protected]

or on 023 8063 7806 for further information.

The Berry Technical TeamWe will also be offering a range of workshops and

opportunities for those aged 18 and above.

Informal taster sessionTuesday 26th April 10.30 – 12pm

Please contact Rob Iliffe at [email protected] or on 0238 062 7807 for further

information.

The Berry Youth Marketing TeamIf you’re aged between 10 and 16 and interested in a career in arts marketing we can offer you an exciting opportunity to learn the basics of theatre marketing in a fast-paced creative environment.

For more information please contact

Ellie Russell on 0238 0627 810 or

email [email protected]

Take Part


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Monthly: Saturday 16 April, 14 May, 11 June & 9 July 2pm – 4pm

Creative WritingHampshire Young PlaywrightsA new writing programme for young people exploring the craft of writing for the stage with practical sessions led by a professional writer.

The full programme will be aimed at helping you

create new and exciting work for the stage; reading

extracts from performed new plays; and the chance to

learn about other media including television, film and

radio. We will also offer the chance for one-to-one

feedback on your writing during the programme.

Suitable for ages 16 – 24 years

Tickets: £3 per session / four sessions for just £10

To book call Box office on 01489 799 499

For more information and to register your interest in

the full programme, please contact Rob Iliffe at

[email protected] or 023 8062 7807.

Writers CornerFirst three hubs: Wednesday 6th April, 4th May, 8th June 7pm (further dates to be announced soon)

Writers HubNew Writing South and The Berry Theatre A place for all writers in and around Eastleigh and Southampton

This new monthly event for all writers who live or work

in and around Eastleigh, Southampton and Hampshire

offers you the chance to chat with other writers, listen

to visiting speakers and meet special guests.

Writers Hub also offers the opportunity for authors,

playwrights, poets, scriptwriters and other creative

writers to join forces and form an on-going supportive

group that decides its own programme.

Tickets: First session on 6th April FREE

Future sessions free to New Writing South members /

£5 for guests (from 4 May).

To book call Box office on 01489 799 499

For more information and details of membership

please visit www.newwritingsouth.com




Classic Book ClubThis autumn we will be launching The Berry Theatre’s Classic Book Club as part of our Coffee & Culture series.

From Austen to Ibsen, yeats to dickens and

Shakespeare, we unpick the classics and explore their

stage interpretations. our first book will tie into one

of our classic theatre productions or film screenings

giving you the chance to see text in action and later to

talk with like-minded people over tea and biscuits.

Please register your interest by contacting Rob Iliffe at

[email protected] or on 023 8062 7807.

Coming Soon...

Young WritersWe will also be launching a programme for young Writers aged 13 – 15, interested in writing for the

theatre.

The young Writers

programme will include

practical workshops led by

a professional playwright,

with guest writers offering

a specialist insight into

the craft of writing for the

stage. Workshops will help

you develop dialogue,

character and practical

ways to turn your ideas into

drama.

Please register your interest

by contacting Rob Iliffe at

[email protected] or

on 023 8062 7807.

Artwork by Ros Rixon


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Saturday 28th May 2pm

New Music Makers Spring into Song The new Music Makers mixed voice choir, now in their 41st year, presents a varied musical programme of easy listening four part numbers, including songs from Mamma Mia and Oliver!

Musical director - Mariane Temperley, Assistant Musical director - david Farnell and accompanists - Carita Challands and Matt lemon.

Come and experience the magic of your local community choir at this exciting new venue.

Tickets: £8

Running time: Approx 2 hours 30

minutes

www.newmusicmakers.com

Saturday 23rd April 8pm

The St George Fest Committee presents New Rope String BandOnce seen, never forgotten combining superb musicianship with side-splitting genius – the nrSB are unique entertainers.

Three maniac minstrels bring Pythonesque absurdism, elements of circus, clowning and vaudeville plus explosive pyrotechnics that have delighted audiences in village halls and major festival stages. Expect the hilariously unexpected.

Tickets: £15 / £13 Conc.


minutes (including interval)

www.stgeorgefest.org.uk

Tuesday 17th May 7pm

Hampshire Schools Dance Gala DashSchools from across Hampshire share their work; from exams, clubs and lessons in this informal sharing.

Special guests for the evening will be the renowned Hampshire youth dance Company and leading male youth dance company Fuzzylogic, who push the boundaries of dance through their unique style of high-tempo and energetic contact work fused with exciting narrative contemporary dance.

Tickets: £3

Running time: Approx 2 hours

(including interval)



Hiring The Berry TheatreCommunity and HirersThe Berry Theatre is available for community and commercial hires.

our theatre boasts a state-of-the-art technical specification including fly-facilities, digital camera projection, digital audio and lighting and a tension grid, offering easy access to rigging facilities. Total seating capacity is 312 with flexible and accessible seating.

Conference FacilitiesWith our proximity to Eastleigh, Southampton, Winchester and Portsmouth, our building makes an ideal conference facility.

The theatre benefits from a fully accessible, versatile auditorium space with a 312 fully-seated capacity, offering flexible stalls and retractable circle seating. our foyer and bar space can be hired with the auditorium or separately providing an ideal space for intimate performances, celebrations and more.

Information packA full information pack for conference and community hires can be downloaded at www.theberrytheatre.co.uk or email [email protected] or call 023 8062 7816.

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Thursday 16th June 7pm

Arts on Camera – An International PerspectiveD.@rt CentreCelebrate ‘Arts on Camera’ with students from Dresden, Castilla La Mancha, Cuidad real, Le Havre and Hedge End.

Individual groups present live and filmed work showcasing their performing arts expertise as the culmination of a week- long residency at Wildern School. The groups are delighted to be celebrating their 10th year of communication through performing arts in The Berry Theatre.

Tickets: £5 / £4 Conc.

Running time: 2 hours (excluding

interval)

Wednesday 6th July to Saturday 9th July nightly 7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2.30pm

The Performing Arts Company presents

Guys and Dolls A musical fable of Broadway based on a story and characters of Damon runyon Music and lyrics by Frank Loesser. Book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows.

Set in New york City, this romantic comedy’s characters have become legends in the canon: Sarah Brown, the mission doll, out to reform the evil doers of Time Square is wooed on a bet by Sky Masterson, the gambler. Includes the hit musical numbers “luck be a lady“ and “Sit down your Rocking the Boat.“

Tickets: £9 / £7.50 Conc.


minutes (incl. interval)

www.performingartscompany.org.uk


d.@rt centreWildern Lane, Hedge End SO30 4EJour friends at The d.@rt offer a range of

opportunities to get involved:

regular classesStreet Jazz, Belly dancing, Ballet, Irish and Tap, drama workshops for children, music lessons of all descriptions, community choirs for children and adults, and adult education.

Crafty SaturdaysThe d.@rt’s Saturday sessions are for all the family and include: art, digital photography, jewellery-making, glass and silk painting, fashion illustration, pottery, men’s and ladies cookery classes and simple sewing sessions.

Holiday activitiesThe d.@rt’s holiday activities for children include creative arts themed days, cookery, music, dance, film or drama courses.

Spaces for hire Music studios with high-tech recording equipment, dance and drama spaces and a traditional school hall for performances. Pop in and have a coffee in their Fairtrade coffee shop to find out more.

Open 4:30pm till 9:30pm Monday to Friday and 8:30am to 4:30pm on Saturdays

Contact [email protected] or 01489 779471.

www.wildern.hants.sch.uk

The PointLeigh road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9DE

The Point, The Berry Theatre’s sister venue, welcomes over 85,000 visitors a year to a vibrant programme of dance, contemporary performance, music, comedy, children’s theatre and film.

With community firmly at its heart, The Point runs a variety of dance classes for all ages from baby boogie to breakdance and is home to the borough’s largest professionally run youth theatre.

The Point is dedicated to the support of the region’s artistic talent through its Associate Scheme and its state-of-the-art Creation Space. The Creation Space has welcomed artists of international standing to develop performances that have gone on to tour impressive venues including the Barbican, whilst also working with Eastleigh’s young creative talent.

Coming up in summer 2011 Eastleigh’s Music Festival and Mela; The Point’s annual dance festival and a series of performances out and about in Eastleigh.

To find out more visit www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk or call 023 8065 2333.

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Online: www.theberrytheatre.co.uk

By phone: 01489 799 499(please note credit and debit card transactions are subject to a £1 booking fee)

In person or by post: our Box office will open one hour before the show. daytime opening hours will follow soon.

Please make cheques payable to:Eastleigh Borough Council

Reserved tickets are held for three working days after which they will be released for sale.

Seating plan

ConcessionsConcessions are available for under 18s, full-time students, senior citizens, registered disabled and registered unemployed.

*Group bookings: one free ticket for every 10 booked for the same performance.

*Changing tickets: Tickets are non-refundable but can be changed for another performance of the same show incurring an administration fee of £1

*Family Friendly: Children are welcome at The Berry Theatre and we commit to programming shows and creative learning sessions each season that are suitable for all ages. Please ensure that children under the age of 10 are accompanied by an adult. If the show is suitable for children and toddlers under 18 months, they can sit on their parent/carer’s lap. Please check age restrictions at the time of booking.

*Terms and conditions apply, please call our Box office for further information.

We’re accessible…Full wheelchair accessThe Berry Theatre is fully wheelchair accessible. This includes flat level access to our Box office and auditorium, a lift to our facilities upstairs and wheelchair accessible seating areas.

Infra red hearing system The Berry Theatre benefits from an infra red hearing facility for those hard of hearing. Those wishing to use this service can collect headphones from the Box office to use during the performance.

Assistance Dogs We welcome registered assistance dogs in all areas of our building. Please talk to our Box office staff about any special requirements when booking.

Large Print brochures and audio guidesWe can offer a large print version or audio version of our season brochure. Please contact our Box office to request either.

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Wheelchair seating - Any two seats together on row E can be used as 1 Wheelchair space

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our theatre is located on Wildern Lane, Hedge End, Hampshire and easily reached by public transport.

By BusWe can be reached by numerous bus services which stop directly outside The Berry Theatre.

Bluestar 3 offers an hourly service between Southampton and Hedge End via Bitterne, 7 days a week. Call: 0871 200 2233.

The Velvet A offers an hourly service from Boorley Green, Botley, Hedge End, West End and Eastleigh, 7 days a week. Call: 023 8061 2288.

The Brijan 8 service offers an hourly service from Bishops Waltham, Swanmore, Botley, Hedge End, Fair oak, Colden Common and Eastleigh, Mon - Sat. Call: 01489 788138.

The First 26 service links Fareham, Botley, Hedge End Hamble and Netley, Mon- Sat service. For travel advice call 023 80224 854.

By TrainHedge End train station is 1.5 miles from the theatre. The station is served by lots of local taxi companies which can be booked in advance. Trains run directly from Eastleigh and Winchester to the North West and Botley and Fareham to the East.

By BikeWildern School next to the theatre has space for 146 bicycles to be stored under cover in an open, visible area where they can easily be locked for safe keeping.

By CarFrom the M27, take junction 7 towards Hedge End village. At the traffic lights in the village, turn left down Wildern lane. The Berry Theatre is 200m down the road on your right.

Parking is available at the following locations:

Budgens, Upper Northam Road, Hedge End, So30 4dyThanks to our friends at Budgens there are 92 FREE parking spaces just five minutes walk from the theatre. To use Eastleigh Borough Council’s popular “Park and Stride” facility, park at the store and follow the signs along the short walk to the theatre.

Disabled parkingThere are three designated spaces at the School site for disabled use - please contact us in advance on 01489 799 499 if you require disabled parking access so we can check availability for you.

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Travelling to the Berry Theatre


At a glanceApril 2nd The Storyteller -

Saturday Storytime session

4th Peeling

6th Writers Hub

7th Gala opening Evening

8th Austen’s Women

9th - 10th Free Grand opening Weekend

13th Tangled

15th Another year

16th Hampshire young Playwrights

18th yogi Bear

21st lost and Found

23rd New Rope String Band

30th Edith Piaf: The Songs

May

4th Writers Hub

6th The Kings Speech

7th The Storyteller - Saturday Storytime session

7th Brighton Rock

14th Jeremy Hardy


17th Hampshire Schools dance Gala

20th Isla St Clair - Eyes Front

21st Rango

27th Paul

28th New Music Makers - Spring into Song

31st Half Term Skills: Puppetry

June

1st Half Term Skills: Masks, Stage Make Up and Effects

2nd Half Term Skills: Stage Combat

3rd Play in a day

3rd Killing Bono


4th Hop

8th Writers Hub

11th The owl and the Pussycat


17th oranges and Sunshine

18th Stories and Tales for Kids That Run Faster Than Snails

18th Patrick Monahan 2011 British Tour

July2nd The Storyteller -

Saturday Storytime session

6th - 9th Guys and dolls


15th Flyaway Katie

16th Arts on Camera

August1st - 5th Play in a Week


September30th oh What A lovely War

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