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Stand-up Comedy with BARNSTORMERS returns in the Autumn on the following Saturday nights: 9th October; 13th November; 11th December. Full details will be available later. For
over-18s only. Anyone younger MUST be accompanied by a parent or
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All concerts take place at 3pm. All tickets are £8 (UGT members £7/students £5), except for the Katin concert (see below). Season tickets are available on the door at the first concert for all eight concerts at £45.
Sunday 10th October: A piano recital by ALEKSANDER SZRAM, with works by Schumann, including "Carnaval", played on our newly acquired concert grand.  Sunday 31st October: A recital by internationally-renowned pianist PETER KATIN, who will celebrate his eightieth birthday in November. He will play works by Chopin, Schubert and Rachmaninov. Tickets: £15 (UGT members £12/students £10).  Sunday 5th December: A cello recital by Vashti Hunter. Vashti is one of the most talented cellists finishing her studies at the London colleges. Her programme will include Schumann's Adagio and Allegro, and Tchaikovsky's Pezzo Cappricioso. Future dates in the series: 6th Feb. - Lycydas Piano Trio, (Brahms & Schumann): 20th March - The Undorf Harp Trio (harp, flute & viola): 3rd April - Duo (violin & piano): 1st May - The Morrison String Quartet (Schubert): 12th June - Jill Kemp (recorders) & Aleksander Szram (piano). |
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Friday 17th September at 8pm The Simon Woolf All-Star Sextet  Bassist Simon Woolf makes a welcome return visit to the UGT, this time with his own band. The All-Stars feature a unique blend of instruments, the line-up arising naturally from long and fruitful collaborations with all the musicians involved. Their repertoire ranges from Ellington to Gershwin to Stevie Wonder, with some original compositions included, and the band's approach spans intricate orchestrations to free-wheeling head arrangements. Joining Simon on bass are: Andy Panayi (flutes), Mark Crooks (clarinet), Steve Fishwick (flugelhorn), Colin Oxley (guitar) and Max Home (drums). ALL Stars indeed - you won't see a better line-up than that anywhere. Tickets: £11 (UGT members/students £10) Friday 1st October at 8pm Joe Stilgoe  A huge success when he played the UGT in May 2009, Joe's career has gone from strength to strength since then. His singing, piano-playing and humour have made him a favourite at the UK's top jazz clubs. Joe's repertoire includes standards, his own compositions and some really unlikely (but familiar!) choices, all played and sung in his individual style. Fellow trio members are, Chris Hill, (bass), and John Blease, (drums). If you missed Joe last time round make sure you book this date in your diary now. Tickets: £11 (UGT members/students £10) Friday 29th October at 8pm Milestones  Milestones is a new jazz group (formed in 2010) to celebrate the music of Miles Davis. Pianist Terry Seabrook has assembled six of the top UK jazz musicians to perform the classic top-selling jazz album "Kind of Blue", which was released August 17th 1959, and was widely seen as the 'birth of cool jazz'. The line-up is Alan Barnes, (baritone & alto sax), Graeme Flowers, (trumpet), Ian Price, (tenor sax), Spike Wells, (drums), Paul Whitten, (bass), Terry Seabrook, (piano). Tickets: £12 (UGT members/students £11) Friday 12th November at 8pm John Donaldson's 'Unity' South African pianist Bheki Mseleku died far too young in 2008, leaving behind a great many wonderful compositions which look set to become tomorrow's standards. Pianist John Donaldson was a friend and collaborator on projects they undertook jointly in 2007. John has put together a super band that commemorates Bheki's music, and together they have recorded a CD of tunes that are, in John's words, 'both a challenge and a joy to play'. 'Unity' is: John Donaldson (piano); Ian Price (saxaphone); Simon Thorpe (bass); Tristan Banks (drums).  John Donaldson Tickets: £10 (UGT members/students £9) Friday 10th December at 8pm The Bone Supremacy The Bone Supremacy was born out of the idea of recreating Five-a-Slide, a trombone band that was very prominent at jazz clubs and festivals in the 1970s and 1980s. Featuring the top jazz trombonists in the UK, this exciting line-up has well and truly arrived on the jazz scene with some hugely entertaining music played by no less than five trombones and a rhythm section. After only one year of existence The Bone Supremacy were voted runner-up in the small group category of the British Jazz Awards 2009. You can have a lot of fun with a trombone...If you put five of them together you have a mixture that is sure to put a smile on your face!  Tickets: £12 (UGT members/students £11) You can check out what our friends at Hastings Jazz are planning by clicking on this link: www.jazzhastings.co.uk |
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Sunday 12th September at 7.30pm: "The Confetti Maker", directed by John Wright
"The Confetti Maker" is a highly visual piece, which combines slapstick, puppetry, absurd storytelling, improvisation and, of course, lots of small bits of paper, which are expertly woven into a hilarious yet poignant show. Frank Wurzinger's new solo show is a day in the life of a full-time confetti factory worker. Full of optimism, he pursues his profession, making confetti - cutting, perforating, shredding - all day, every day. But he has ambitions, dreams and fears far beyond the factory life...
'Hugely watchable and enjoyable, "The Confetti Maker" is hilarious absurd comedy from a skelled performer, who develops a delightful rapport with his audience.' Gavin Henry, Director of Drama, EM Forster Theatre Tickets: £8 (UGT members/students £7)
Saturday 2nd October at 7.30pm: Nicholas Collett in association with the Belgrade Theatre Coventry presents "I'm a Minger". Written and performed by Alex Jones, directed by Amy Bonsall  After successful outings in London and the Latitude Festival, "I'm a Minger" tours for the first time. Funny and moving, it asks tough questions about suicide as a 'life' choice for teenagers today. Follow 14-year-old in her battle against the bullies and her search for love. Suitable for aged 14 and up. Contains some strong language. There is a post-show discussion. 'Alex Jones writes with fury, passion and compassion about those whose voices are seldom heard.' The Financial Times. Tickets: £9 (UGT members/students £8) Sunday 24th October at 7.30pm: A Proteus Theatre Company Production: "Houdini". Devised by Mary Swan & Lee Garrett; magic by Roy Davenport; music by Paul Wild Escapologist, magician, secret agent, lover, husband, devoted son, enemy of the establishment, Harry Houdini was all and none of these things. His life remains a mystery, and his greatest trick remains his ability to escape interpretation, until now...  Using Proteus' distinctive style of fusing physical performance, circus, magic and music, Harry Houdini will be resurrected to tell his remarkable story of a truly self-made man and the myths that have made him a legend. Tickets: £9 (UGT members/students £8) |
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Friday 10th September at 8pm: The Mountain Firework Company This acclaimed Brighton-based folk/country group will be taking Eastbourne by storm when they make their debut at the UGT this autumn. Led by accomplished singer/song-writer Gareth McGahan, the group will perform their own style of music, sometimes referred to as 'sad songs for bruised hearts and heads', but equally tempered with cheeky humour.  Tickets: £8 (UGT members/students £7) Thursday 7th October at 7.30pm: Bloody Poetry! or It's More Than My Word's Worth An evening of Poetry and the Spoken Word, devised, selected and performed by Brighton Little Theatre, on 7th October - National Poetry Day. This performance celebrates the work of some of the finest poets and writers in the English language. From Wordsworth, through Coleridge and Marvel to Larkin, Dylan Thomas, Carol Ann Duffy and Leonard Cohen, there's plenty here to excite and amuse as we celebrate the power of poetry to move, anger and inspire! The evening has four themes: Love; Death & Ageing; The Natural World and Under The Influence. Tickets: £5 (no concessions) Saturday 16th October at 8pm: Shades of Song and Dance A knock-out (and sell-out) last year, this highly entertaining song and dance troupe is back with its own brand of energy and verve. Fast moving and polished, their new programme will include everything from blues to ballet and tap to tango. This show's got something for everyone interested in dance. Tickets: £7 (UGT members/students £6) Friday & Saturday 5th & 6th November, 10am-4pm: Sunday 7th November, 10am-2pm: QUILT EXHIBITION Our biennial Quilt show is a major fund-raiser for the theatre, and brings together the work of many local quilters in an explosion of colour and creativity. New for this year: Win a hand-made cushion in our tombola! We have a mountain of 100 beautiful cushions - all different - to be won over the weekend of the show. Also on display and for sale: Tiffany-style stained glass by Penny Crawford: jewellery by Heather Bigmore (Friday) and Linda Parrish (Saturday & Sunday); hand-made cards by Polly Mansell; beautiful gifts made by Lorna Dakin; plus a fabric stall.  The Coffee Bar will be open throughout for refreshments. Entry: £3 (no concessions), tickets available on the door. Saturday 20th November at 8pm Jennie Robin New to Eastbourne, comedienne, vocalist and presenter Jennie Robin is set to strut her stuff at the UGT. Her interpretations of everyday life and those little foibles we all indulge in will keep you enthralled. She's got impeccable timing and plenty of cheek - and little innuendos are all part of her act. Jennie's real, clever and absolutely hilarious. Rolling in the aisles is optional.  Tickets: £8 (UGT members/students £7) Saturday 18th December at 3pm & 7.30pm Sunday 19th December at 3pm 'A Christmas Garland' From the company that brought the Under Ground Theatre 'Wilde about Oscar'; 'Empress of India'; 'Christmas Treasures' and 'Britannia Rules the Waves' presents another anthology of Christmas delights. The cast includes Trident ProductionsEileen Anson, Elaine Montgomerie, Ian Clegg, Bill Allison, and writer and director, Roy Patrick. All proceeds will go to the Under Ground Theatre to help continue its ground-breaking work in the theatrical arts of Eastbourne. Tickets: £8 (UGT members/students £7) |
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The theatre is hired from time to time by others who want to present
dramatic and musical productions. Please support the following events. Sunday 5th September at 3pm: A Celebration of Flanders & Swann The magnificent Michael Flanders and Donald Swann are no longer with us, but their act is entertainingly re-created for us by the voice of Gordon Peters and piano-playing of David Carter. Hear again their great comic songs - 'The Hippopotamus' ("Mud, mud, glorious mud"); 'A Transport of Delight' ("....ninety-seven horsepower omnibus"); 'The Gasman Cometh'; and many others.  Gordon Peters can boast of fifty years as comic, actor and director, appearing in a range of TV programmes such as 'Dad's Army', 'One Foot in the Grave' and 'Little Britain'. David Carter was Danny La Rue's Musical Director for many years, and has accompanied a host of stars. This is a treat not to be missed! Tickets: £10 on the door Back to Top |
FILMS With Autumn on the way, we are proud to present our Sunday Matinee Film Show. What could be better than a good old classic film followed by a pot of tea and homemade cake? Go on, treat yourself, you know you deserve it! Doors open 2.10pm: films start at 2.30pm. Tickets: £7.50 (no concessions), to include tea and cake. Sunday 19th September: 'The Browning Version' (1951) Michael Redgrave gives a stunning performance in this film adaptation of Terence Rattigan's play, as the classics teacher whose life is as redundant as his subject. Jean Kent is equally first-rate, giving a chilling performance as his adulterous wife.  Sunday 17th October: 'Pygmalion' (1938) A superb rendering of George Bernard Shaw's most popular play, for which Shaw himself was awarded a special Acadedy Award for his contribution to the screenplay. Leslie Howard was never better as Henry Higgins, and Wendy Hillier is brilliant as Eliza Doolittle.  Sunday 21st November: 'The Seventh Veil' (1945) The Oscar-winning screenplay for this all-stops-out melodrama was written by Sydney and Muriel Box. Although nothing more than home-cured ham, it's still irresistible entertainment, done with considerable style. It stars James Mason and Ann Todd.  Back to Top |