CLASSICS AT THE FOLD
Piano Recital with John Paul Ekins

For the first of our extremely popular Sunday afternoon recitals of 2012 we have invited John Paul Ekins to return to The Fold. A former student of the Royal College of Music, John Paul is now much in demand in the professional world, both here and abroad. Humphrey Burton CBE reviewed his recent performance in Aldeburgh and said “We heard classic purity in which Mr Ekins offered impeccably stylish and deft playing”. His programme at The Fold will include Mozart - Adagio in B Minor and Sonata in F Sharp Major by Beethoven.

Sunday 29th January 2012 at 3.00pm

Tickets £11.50 including refreshments

The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark
Based on the classic children’s book, this funny, gentle and reassuring tale is written especially for small people aged 3 - 7, and grown-ups who sleep with the big light on! With an irresistible blend of live music, puppetry and story-telling, this beautiful new show introduces an old friend to a new generation of theatre-goers. Join Plop, the baby barn owl as he journeys into the night-time world of campfires, fireworks, starry nights and moonlit adventures. Come join us, - it’s going to be a hoot!

Monday 13th February 2012 at 2.30pm

Tickets £6.00 Children £8.00 Adults

Children’s Half Term Activities

What a great way to occupy a morning of half term. This is an opportunity for 7-11 year olds to have fun and try out a variety of fascinating crafts

Thursday 16th February 2012
10.00 - 12noon

Tickets £6.00

JAZZ AT THE FOLD
Harry Strutter's Jazz and Swing Band

It doesn’t seem two years since Harry Strutter’s Jazz and Swing Band sold out at The Fold and we are delighted to have the opportunity to welcome them back for another great evening of hot jazz of the 1920s and 1930s plus some superb swing. Featuring Martin Litton (piano), Maurice Dennis (guitar and banjo), Graham Collicott (drums), Megs Etherington (cornet, vocals), Tony Carter (reeds) and Alan Sokell (sousaphone). If you couldn’t get tickets last time, don’t risk being disappointed again. Book your tickets now!

Saturday 18th February 2012 at 7.30pm

Tickets £11.00 including refreshments

STORYTELLER
Shonaleigh Cumbers has an international reputation and has performed at the Albert Hall, The Barbican and now The Fold. She enables you to enter a world of image and music with breathtaking vividness. A modern day Shaharazad. Not to be missed!

Thursday 23rd February at 7.45pm

Tickets £7.00

FLUTE & PIANO RECITAL
A second classical recital; what a treat. Kathy Batchelor (flute) and Yukiko Shinohara (piano) are currently studying at Trinity College of Music where they are in their final year on the Advanced Postgraduate Diploma course. Their programme will demonstrate the versatility of the flute and will include works by Bach, Ibert and Henri Dutilleux

Sunday 4th March 2012 at 3.00pm

Tickets £10.50 including refreshments

JAZZ AT THE FOLD
De-lovely
A Tribute to Cole Porter
The Claire Harper Trio

Singer/pianist Claire’s captivating vocals and creative piano style have earned critical acclaim and with her talented band she presents a show featuring the enchanting melodies and ingenious lyrics of Cole Porter. Her unique, impressive voice and superb arrangements ensure the songs are fresh and exciting whilst still retaining their original elegance and charm.

Saturday 17th March 2012 at 7.30pm

Tickets £10.50 including refreshments

The Shining City by
Connor McPherson
Ian has left the priesthood to become a therapist. John is one of his first clients. John’s wife has been killed in a car accident, and he keeps seeing her ghost. As John recovers with Ian’s help, Ian himself is going under with troubles of his own. This play contains strong language.Shining City is compulsively gripping and is Conor McPherson at his most inspired Formed in 2003, Southend based Bejou Productions has competed in many drama festivals, and has achieved the accolade of being the only group to win the Isle of Man Easter Festival of Plays, three years running.

Friday 23rd & Saturday 24th March at 8.00pm

Tickets £9.00 including refreshments