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23/10/2011 to 29/04/2012 ROBERT GILLMOR - RETROSPECTIVE
Internationally acclaimed wildlife artist and bird expert Robert Gillmor returns to his native Reading for the first large scale retrospective of his work in 30 years. Robert is well known for his masterful lino cut prints. They result from thousands of hours spent observing birds plus an exquisite sense of colour and superb draughtsmanship. They perfectly capture the subjects essence - ensuring there will be plenty for wildlife enthusiasts and art lovers alike to enjoy. All the original lino cut prints for Robert’s recent Royal Mail stamp series will be on show as will commissions as varied as humorous greetings cards and conservation posters. He has contributed illustrations to more than one hundred books and this aspect of his work will be represented by watercolours, line drawings and preparatory sketches.
Reading Museum & Town Hall, Reading, RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Exhibition Organiser 0118 937 3400 curator@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
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02/01/2012 to 12/02/2012 CARNAGE
REGAL PICTUREHOUSE, HENLEY
Roman Polanski turns his attention to skewering the hypocrisies of the middle classes in this adaptation of the Yasmina Reza's play The God of Carnage. Two New York couples Nancy and Allan (Kate Winslet and Christoph Waltz) and Penelope and Michael (Jodie Foster and John C. Reilly) meet to discuss a fight between their children. In the ensuing conversation shot in real time, the masks slip after the initial civilised tête–a-tête, and the behaviour of the grown-ups is soon far worse than that of their children. A scathingly funny comedy of manners with a crisp script and taut direction, with performances from a great ensemble cast.
Regal Cinema, 2 Boroma Way, Henley RG9 2BZ
MORE INFO: Box Office 0871 704 2064 regal@picturehouses.co.uk Event Web Site
12/01/2012 to 08/02/2012 WAR HORSE
REGAL PICTUREHOUSE, HENLEY
Backdropped by a vivid canvas of the First World War, WAR HORSE brings to life the remarkable friendship between a wild steed named Joey and the young man, Albert (newcomer Irvine), who tames and trains him. Their bond is formed on a farm in Devon, and Albert is devastated when Joey is sold to the British cavalry and shipped to the frontline in France. With Europe gripped by conflict and suffering omnipresent, both Albert and Joey’s plights are cast into a turbine that will test every ounce of their strength and character. Based on Michael Morpurgo’s bestselling children’s book and the acclaimed stage production of the same name, Steven Spielberg’s life-affirming family drama promises to be an early highlight of 2012. Contains infrequent moderate battle violence.
Regal Cinema, 2 Boroma Way, Henley RG9 2BZ
MORE INFO: Box Office 0871 704 2064 regal@picturehouses.co.uk Event Web Site
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19/01/2012 to 25/02/2012 ROOM SERVICE INCLUDED
THE MILL AT SONNING
“Isn’t it a strange way to make a living, spending the night with other people’s wives?” asks Caroline, who was once happily married. But no longer. She and her husband have amicably agreed to part. But this is 1954. The only sure way to divorce is as follows. Rent a hotel room. Put one of the spouses in bed. Rent an actor to be a pretend lover. Make sure the couple are ‘discovered’ by a third person in a compromising position! And hey presto, it’s done!
The Mill Theatre, Sonning Eye RG4 6TY
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 969 8000 admin@millatsonning.com Event Web Site
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26/01/2012 to 10/02/2012 THE DESCENDANTS
REGAL PICTUREHOUSE, HENLEY
Middle-aged lawyer Matt King (Clooney) is, in his own words, "the back-up parent". After a speedboat accident leaves his wife in a coma and with doctors fearing the worst, Matt must try to reconnect with his two young daughters. But taking the patriarchal reins is much harder than he had ever anticipated. Based on Hawaiian author Kaui Hart Hemmings' punchy debut novel of the same name, THE DESCENDANTS is a deeply poignant and at times riotously funny story of loss and courage that marks a welcome return to the director's chair for Alexander Payne (SIDEWAYS, ABOUT SCHMIDT).
Regal Cinema, 2 Boroma Way, Henley RG9 2BZ
MORE INFO: Box Office 0871 704 2064 regal@picturehouses.co.uk Event Web Site
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01/02/2012 to 11/02/2012 SEASONAL SOURCE - 25th ANNIVERSARY SHOW
THE WATERMILL - WEST BERKSHIRE PLAYHOUSE, NEWBURY
Yes, Miss Saucebox herself, Helen Watson, celebrates her Silver Jubilee production in January 2012. This special show is guaranteed to fill your heart with joy and laughter. A song, a smile and a single entendre! With some old friends, some new talent, plus a few surprises! In an acting career that spans over 30 years, Helen has worked with some of the best Music Hall and Variety Artistes - Roy Hudd, Barry Cryer, Leslie Crowther, Clive Dunn, Sandy Powell and The Beverley Sisters, to name but a few. She returns with a sterling silver cast of seasoned entertainers.
Watermill Theatre, Bagnor, Newbury RG20 8AE
MORE INFO: Box Office 01635 46044 boxoffice@watermill.org.uk Event Web Site
06/02/2012 SKINT MONDAYS with Jack Savidge (FRIENDLY FIRES) DJ Set
Reading's big weekly night of indie, electro, party & bass welcomes a DJ set from Jack Savidge of the band Friendly Fires Limited advanced tickets £5 from http://www.wegottickets.com/event/152517 - entry on door £4 before 9pm, £5 after. 8pm-2am - drinks deals all night
Revolution Reading
MORE INFO: Pete Wheeler 0118 958 7397 skintmondays@hotmail.com Event Web Site
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06/02/2012 to 07/02/2012 OUR COUNTRY'S GOOD
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
Australia. 1788. A British ship arrives with a cargo of soldiers and convicts transported abroad for their country’s good. As the soldiers struggle to impose order on the outcasts of the old society, a benevolent governor seizes on the notion of a play. In the shadow of the gallows and the gum tree the convicts gather under the direction of 2nd Lieutenant Ralph Clarke and rehearsals begin for The Recruiting Officer. Based on real events Timberlake Wertenbaker’s Olivier award winning modern classic is an inspiring tale of the transforming power of theatre.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
06/02/2012 to 11/02/2012 CHINESE NEW YEAR EXTRAVANGANZA
THEATRE ROYAL, WINDSOR
Come and celebrate the 2012 Year of the Dragon with the first ever show in Windsor dedicated to the welcoming of Chinese New Year! Featuring internationally acclaimed acrobat troupes from Chengdu, China – the home of the panda, the celebration showcases world-class Chinese acrobatics including the amazing magic of “changing faces”, popular juggling and contortion acts, and many more. The ‘costumed’ acrobatic pandas and the mighty dragon dance add charm and dynamics to the show.
Theatre Royal, Thames Street, Windsor SL4 1PS
MORE INFO: Box Office 01753 853 888 info@theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk Event Web Site
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07/02/2012 TOUCH PARTY, ANOTHER H-U-G-E STUDENT NIGHT AT REVOLUTION!
VODKA TOUCH TUESDAY @ REVOLUTION READING! THE PERFECT WAY TO SPEND YOUR TUESDAY NIGHT, EVERY TUESDAY!! NEW VIP AREA ON THE WAY AS WELL! WE HAVE MADE OUR NAME TO BE THE LEADING NIGHT ON A TUESDAY & IT ALWAYS GETS BETTER WITH OUR THEMED NIGHTS, CHEAP DRINKS & AMAZING UNI SOCIALS! (VIA OUR UNI REPS!) ONCE A MONTH SEE'S THE SONY BMG DJ'S COME DOWN FOR MASSIVE ALBUM LAUNCH PARTIES!!
Revolution, Station Road, Reading
MORE INFO: Hutch Edwards (via email) info@touchparty.co.uk Event Web Site
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07/02/2012 to 09/02/2012 THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS
ARLINGTON ARTS, NEWBURY
St Gabriel’s returns to Arlington Arts once again with a lively and colourful production of that quintessentially English favourite, The Wind in the Willows. As the action moves from the riverbank to Toad Hall via the Wild Wood, the gaol and the canal, we follow Toad’s adventures and disasters, supported by his faithful friends and (almost) thwarted by the treacherous gang of weasels and stoats.
Arlington Arts Centre, Mary Hare School, Newbury RG14 3BQ
MORE INFO: Box Office 01635 244246 boxoffice@arlingtonarts.co.uk Event Web Site
07/02/2012 to 08/02/2012 LORD OF THE FLIES
CORN EXCHANGE, NEWBURY
William Golding's Lord of the Flies is one of the most disturbing and celebrated novels of modern times. Multi award winning Sell a Door Theatre Company brings to stage one of Great Britain's most celebrated tales adapted by Nigel Williams in this 2012 UK revival of the classic tale of morality vs. immorality. A plane has crashed on an uninhabited island. The only survivors are a group of school boys. There are no homes or schools, no adults, no rules and before long the boys’ fragile sense of order begins to collapse.
The Corn Exchange, Market Place Newbury RG14 5BD
MORE INFO: Box Office 01635 522733 admin@cornexchangenew.co.uk Event Web Site
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08/02/2012 TALES FOR TOTS - STORY TIME FOR UNDER 5's
Drop in - free of charge - and bring your under-5's to catch a story or two using objects from the museum collection. 10.30am to 11.30am
Reading Museum, Old Town Hall, Blagrave Street
MORE INFO: Events Organiser 0118 939 9800 mail@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
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08/02/2012 LONDON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
In anticipation of a London performance of the same programme, the LSO, conducted by Kristjan Järvi, brings American giants of the 21st century to The Hexagon. Works by powerhouses Copland, Bernstein and John Adams will feature, alongside the ear-popping brass sounds and supreme cool of Edward Kennedy Ellington – better known as Duke. Prelude, Fugue and Riffs, with its mind-boggling rhythms and driving forward-momentum, is unmistakeably Bernstein-ian, while in Copland’s Clarinet Concerto we hear characteristic radiance from a man who was a self-confessed lover of Debussy, Ravel and other French impressionists. Hailed by the New York Times as ‘a kinetic force on the podium, like Leonard Bernstein reborn’, Järvi is the perfect choice for this dynamic programme.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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08/02/2012 to 09/02/2012 THEALE GREEN SCHOOL RESIDENCY PROJECT
21 South Street Arts Centre
The Theale Green Residency Project has evolved again! Join us as we transform South Street Arts Centre into a mysterious new world. Three interpretations of Edgar Allan Poe's classic tales will be presented by Jonathan Shelley (Actor in Residence), John Darvell (Dancer in Residence) and an exciting piece from the music department. This exciting evening will spread across two venues in South Street with music, art, comedy, drama, dance and song provided by local artists and students.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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09/02/2012 MUSEUM SURGERY
READING MUSEUM
Visitors can discover more about the collections, or ask for help in identifying interesting objects (NB no valuations can be given).
Reading Museum & Town Hall, Reading, RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Exhibitions Organiser 0118 937 3400 mail@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
09/02/2012 ARCHAEOLOGICAL FINDS SURGERY
Bring in your local archaeological finds to be identified and recorded by East Berkshire Finds Liaison Officer David Williams. Find out more about the Portable Antiquities Scheme and how it is adding to our knowledge of the past. 10am to 12noon.
Reading Museum & Town Hall, Reading RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Events Organiser 0118 937 3400 mail@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
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10/02/2012 ROBIN INCE: HAPPINESS THROUGH SCIENCE (STAR CORPSE APPLE CHILD)
21 South Street Arts Centre
Following on from his sellout national tour of 'Uncaged Monkeys', with Professor Brian Cox, and as co-presenter of BBC Radio 4's Sony Gold Award winning series 'The Infinite Monkey Cage', Robin continues his comic exploration of the human condition in his new autumn show. Robin asks can you be happy and rational at the same time. Join him in a world of Schrodinger cats, multiverses and evolutionary conundrums.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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10/02/2012 TALK - MORE THAN CARTWHEELS AND GRASSHOPPERS
READING MUSEUM
Why is Reading twinned with Düsseldorf? Robert Dimmick, chairman of the Reading Düsseldorf Association will talk about the past and present of the link which began in 1947, just after the Second World War.
Reading Museum, Old Town Hall, Blagrave Street
MORE INFO: Reception 0118 939 9800 mail@readingmuseum.org.uk Event Web Site
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10/02/2012 WRETCH 32 LIVE
UNIVERSITY OF READING
Everybody’s talking about 26 year old Jermaine Scott, aka Wretch 32. Adele, Jessie J and Rio Ferdinand have penned excited tweets about him, Liam Gallagher and Nikki Minaj have praised his music in interviews, 50 Cent’s blogged about him, and P Diddy and Mark Ronson have asked him to jump up on stage with them. Chipmunk, The Streets and Wiley were among the first to ask him to record with them, and Professor Green and Tinie Tempah followed suit shortly after, inviting him to support them on tour. This is your chnace to catch him live in 3sixty, Reading University Students' Unions premier venue
3sixtyReading University Students' Union, Whiteknights, Reading RG6 6AZ
MORE INFO: Christine Whitburn 0118 378 4100 c.whitburn@reading.ac.uk Event Web Site
10/02/2012 THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCE
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
Brand new production for 2012 making this without doubt the most explosive 60's show touring the UK, this is the must see 60's show for 2012. All the original hits performed by four of the most popular bands of the 60s Starring: The Tremeloes, Hermans Hermits, The Union Gapuk, The Dreamers - Hosted by Alan Mosca from Freddie & The Dreamers.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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11/02/2012 REGINALD D. HUNTER -SOMETIMES EVEN THE DEVIL TELLS THE TRUTH
THE HEXAGON THEATRE, READING
Following a phenomenally successful tour, Reginald D Hunter returns with his five star show. In just over a decade since he began performing, he has become one of the UK Comedy industry’s best-known and most distinctive performers. His work is often brutally honest, frequently controversial but always meticulously measured and thought out.
The Hexagon Theatre, Queen's Walk, Reading RG1 7UA
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
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11/02/2012 OVER 30s VALENTINE PARTY FOR SINGLES AND COUPLES
Dance, romance, meet new people, make new friends at this party for over 30s. Singles and couples welcome. The fun starts at 8.30pm through until 1am with great music from our top DJ. This venue has a terrific dance floor, great atmosphere and free on-site parking too. Tickets on the door. At The Blue Mountain Golf Club, Wood Lane, Binfield, Bracknell. RG42 4EX. There'll be some fun icebreakers to get everyone mixing and mingling easily and plenty of opportunity to find romance. All icebreakers and games are totally optional, so if you don't fancy taking part, you can always just mingle with others, strut your stuff on the dance floor - or whatever! Our top DJ will be playing a mixture of the latest dance sounds, club classics, smoochies and favourite floor-fillers. Come prepared to party and flirt the night away! Ladies £10, Gents £12. Pre-booking advised: book online or at any of our events as this is a very popular party venue. We also have a party here on Saturday 25th February !! Whether you're coming with friends or on your own, we'll give you a warm welcome, and we've lots more events coming up for you to enjoy. Smart casual, no denim, trainers, T shirts, etc. Right of admission reserved. Details and more events: www.dance-parties.co.uk 01344 870277 or 07913 400444
Blue Mountain Golf Club, Wood Lane, Binfield, RG42 4EX
MORE INFO: Gill or Brian 01344 870277 info@dancepartiesplus.co.uk Event Web Site
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11/02/2012 CLASSICAL MUSIC ALIVE
THE CONCERT HALL, READING
Pianist Angela Hewitt is a regular favourite at the Concert Hall and returns on this occasion with French - Canadian superstar soprano Karine Gauvin and leading Italian flautist, Andrea Oliva for a programme of French song. Angela Hewitt has forged a formidable reputation as an interpreter of French repertoire having made prize winning recordings of Ravel, Chabrier , Rameau and Messiaen. This programme was inspired by Ravel’s sensuously beautiful La Flute Enchanteé from Sheherazade.
The Concert Hall, Town Hall, Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QH
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
11/02/2012 MOMNKEYSUIT MUSIC PRESENTS The Kabeedies + These Ghosts + Peers
21 South Street Arts Centre
The Kabeedies are an indie, afrobeat/rock'n'roll band from Norwich/Woodbridge, England. The band is composed of Evan Jones (Guitar/Vocals), Rory Hill (Bass Guitar/Vocals), Katie Allard (Vocals) and Fab Bell (Drums). The Kabeedies released their debut album 'Rumpus' on 9th November 2009 (voted number 9 in Artrocker top albums of that year) on NRone records and have toured extensively in the UK and Europe since their beginnings in 2007. They’ve played various radio sessions for the likes of Zane Lowe, Marc Riley and Huw Stephensand played Glastonbury Festival in 2008, and many more festivals including Latitude Festival, Dockville Festival (Hamburg) and Wickerman Festival.
South Street Arts Centre, 21 South Street, Reading RG1 4QU
MORE INFO: Box Office 0118 960 6060 boxoffice@readingarts.com Event Web Site
11/02/2012 ROY ORBISON TRIBUTE ACT - BARRY STEELE
KENTON THEATRE, HENLEY-ON-THAMES
The music of Roy Orbison remains as vital as ever and in this fantastic celebration, Barry Steele brings the music and character of the Big O back to life. Barry, who has performed to rave reviews across the world, not only sounds like the man, he looks like him too, as he puts the rock back into Roy Orbison with his trademark dark rimmed glasses and Orbison style.
Kenton Theatre, New Street, Henley RG9 2BP
MORE INFO: Box Office 01491 575698 KentonTheatre@gmail.com Event Web Site
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11/02/2012 THAMES VALLEY FARMERS' MARKET (PURLEY)
Run in conjunction with Purley Parish Council, this market is in the big barn next to the Goosecroft recreation ground in Beech Road. Refreshments are provided by the WI, and there's a craft market featuring Purley Lacemakers, local artists, a blacksmith and handmade jewellery.
Big Barn, Beech Road, Purley-on-Thames RG8 8DS
MORE INFO: Jack McLeod 07709 517895 mcleod_dj@yahoo.co.uk Event Web Site
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11/02/2012 ROYALS v COVENTRY CITY - npower CHAMPIONSHIP
The Royals were frustrated by the weather last weekend when their match at Doncaster was called off. Now they return home to give the fans a first look at how the new-look team might shape up for the remainder of the season. Coventry are having a tough time on and off the pitch, but despite their lowly league position they will be far from a pushover and it should be an entertaining game.
Madejski Stadium, Reading, RG2 0FL
MORE INFO: RFC Ticket Office 0844 249 1871 memberservices@readingfc.co.uk Event Web Site
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12/02/2012 WEDDING FAIR
All the needs for your special day under one roof.... Open from 11am – 3pm with free admission and bridal shows where possible, please enquire. Organised by Berkshire Wedding Fairs www.berkshireweddingfairs.co.uk info@berkshireweddingfairs.co.uk 07708 249 440 / 07990 711 444 Holiday Inn Reading M4 Jct10 Wharfedale Road Winnersh Triangle Reading Berkshire RG41 5TS
Holiday Inn Reading M4 Jct10
MORE INFO: Joanne Kent 07990 711 444 joanne@berkshireweddingfairs.co.uk Event Web Site
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12/02/2012 READING UNI 5-MILE RACE
This 5 mile race returns for a third year to help the students in their charity fundraising. This is a pretty two lap course run in and around the University campus and is a perfect way to warm up or taper down ahead of the Reading Half Marathon which takes place a month later. Runners of all standards welcome with a medal for all finishers plus winners and spot prizes available.
Reading University, Whiteknights, Reading RG6 6AZ
MORE INFO: Reading University Athletics Club Event Web Site
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12/02/2012 LANTERNS FOR LOVED ONES
Valentine’s Day can be a romantic day for many but a sad day for those who have lost a loved one. This short act of remembrance is open to anyone (including children) who have lost a partner, relative or friend whether at the Duchess of Kent House Hospice of not. To register your place please visit us at www.dokhc.org.uk clicking on the link under upcoming events, to download and print a form.
Englefield Estate, Theale RG7 5DU
MORE INFO: Sue Day 0118 939 4889 sue.day@dokhc.org.uk Event Web Site
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