The Lake District Guide
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Your guide to cinemas and
theatres
in the English Lake District If you're looking for entertainment, it's worth thinking beyond the cinemas and theatres listed lower down this page. Have a look at what these places can offer - they are venues where you can often enjoy music recitals and other entertainment: The Brewery Arts Centre Kendal See also our monthly what's on guide. Cinemas and Theatres in Cumbria & the Lake District
If you want your theatre program to be listed here, just email us: suppliers@lake-district-guides.co.uk and we'll see to it in double quick time! In addition to the Bowness Theatre, there are many places where you can enjoy theatre and films, including:
Carnegie Theatre in Workington and Rosehill Theatre in Whitehaven offer a varied programme of music, drama, films and shows. You can enjoy the latest films at the modern six screen multiplex Plaza in Workington or the more traditional surroundings of the Alhambra in Keswick, Zeffirellis in Ambleside and the Alhambra in Penrith. Bowness - The Old Laundry TheatreCrag Brow,
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX This popular theatre deserves your support for the fantastic programme of events it puts on each year. The delightful venue is highly recommended, not only for its charm but also for the fun filled evening you'll have when you visit. The Old Laundry Theatre is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere in the heart of the Lake District. The lively annual season of music, theatre, comedy and film starts on 27th August 2009 and finishes at the end of November 2009. The theatre was opened in 1992 by Sir Alan Ayckbourn, a trustee of the theatre. The theatre season is run by a registered charity, Bowness Theatre Festival Ltd, with financial and practical support from The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction - the business it shares a building and facilities with. Its design is based on Sir Alan's original theatre in Scarborough, making it one of only six 'in-the-round' theatres in the UK (seating up to 280 in the round or 250 in a conventional stage layout). Web: www.oldlaundrytheatre.co.uk Keswick - The Theatre By The Lake Theatre by the Lake, Lakeside, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ Phone: 017687 74411 Web: Theatre By The Lake Located just a stone's throw from the
shores of Derwentwater and nestled on the edge of the pretty market town
of Keswick, Theatre by the Lake is in a truly remarkable location. Whether
you are visiting us for an evening of top notch entertainment,
thought-provoking drama or simply to feed the ducks, this Lakeside theatre
is a must visit for locals and visitors alike. Pre-theatre meals are
available on performance nights in our Friends Gallery from 5pm. Enjoy
your meal surrounded by regular art and photographic exhibitions by local
and regional artists. What's On At The Theatre By The Lake, KeswickMonday 26 April, 7.30pm Stephen Venables: In the Steps of ShackletonMain HouseTwice in the last ten years, internationally acclaimed mountaineer Stephen Venables has repeated Sir Ernest Shackleton's famous crossing of the glacial mountains of South Georgia in the Antarctic. In his new lecture, Venables brings Shackleton's extraordinary and ill-equipped journey to life, with photographs that capture the thrill of climbing, skiing and sailing in a place of haunting beauty. £15 (discounts £1 off), £10; Students, U16s £8 Wednesday 28 April, 7pm Sing-a-long-a Sound of MusicJoin us for a screening of the classic Julie Andrews film musical in glorious, full-screen technicolor, complete with subtitles so that the whole audience can sing along! Take part in the fancy-dress competition in which everyone who has come in costume is invited onto the stage to show off their fantastic tailoring skills. So get those vocal chords warmed up, cut up those chintz curtains and hurry down for the perfect night out. Fancy dress is not obligatory but highly recommended! £15, £13 (discounts £1 off); Students, U16s £9 Thursday 29 April, 7.30pmSilent Film Special; the best silent shorts of Laurel and Hardy and Buster KeatonMain HouseDon't miss this clash of the comic titans as Buster Keaton's most surreal, gag-filled feature goes head to head with the best silent shorts of Laurel and Hardy. Stan and Ollie destroy Jimmy Finlayson's house in Big Business while Buster tries to win back his girl in Sherlock Junior, which includes the famous 'walking into the screen' sequence which so influenced Terry Gilliam and the Pythons. All stunningly accompanied by Neil Brand, the 'Doyen of Silent Film Accompanists'. £8; Students, U16s £6 Theatre by the Lake, Lakeside, Keswick,
Cumbria, CA12 5DJ Phone: 017687 74411 Friday 30 April, 7.30pm Elkie Brooks – 50th Anniversary TourMain HouseFollowing her sell-out performance here in 2008, Elkie Brooks returns by popular demand. With numerous hit singles, million selling albums and awards, her annual tours regularly attract over 30,000 fans. Performing some of her classic hits, blues, jazz and perhaps a song or two from her recent album, this will be an electric evening guaranteed to leave you begging for more. £24 (discounts £1 off), £16 Saturday 1 May - Monday 3 May, 7.45pmSigns of a Star-Shaped Diva by Nona ShepphardStudioUndertaker Sue Graves has to make a life-changing decision. In the process she creates a northern diva alter-ego, Tammy Frascati and lip-synchs her way through big numbers by Judy Garland, Dolly Parton, Billie Holiday, Dusty Springfield and Patsy Cline. Signs of Star-Shaped Diva takes us on an emotional rollercoaster of signed song, interpreting and telling the stories of songs that have touched a generation of music lovers... but it is Sue's story that will touch your heart. The show features signed songs, and all shows are Audio Described and captioned. For a flavour of the show, check out their video on YouTube £14 (discounts £1 off); Students, U16s £8 Saturday 1 May, 7.30pm Black Umfolosi 5Main HouseAn energetic night of song and dance from southern Africa. Black Umfolosi were formed in 1982 by school friends in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and in 2010 the Black Umfolosi 5 continue to present their spectacular songs and dances with a new line-up. Their trademark harmonies, intricate rhythms and clicking are complemented by choreography ranging from subtle steps to vibrant stomping and leaping. Their famous thumping gumboot dances showcase the traditional styles and rituals of the South African mining regions and are a big hit with audiences everywhere. £16 (discounts £1 off), £10; Students, U16s £8 Tuesday 4 May - Saturday 8 May, 7.30pmThe Gondoliers by Gilbert & SullivanMain HouseKeswick Amateur Operatic Society stages one of Gilbert & Sullivan's most popular light operas. Newly-wed gondoliers Marco and Giuseppe learn that one of them is really the King of Barataria. But which one is the royal? Their wives are delighted at the prospect of being a Queen. But all is not what it seems…Chris Briggs and David Sutton return as director and musical director. £11.50, £10, £9, £7.50; U16s £6 (discounts £1 off – Tuesday night only). The 19th Jennings Keswick Jazz Festival 2010 starts early at Theatre by the Lake with four days of special jazz events... Main House: £18, £16, £10 (no discounts) Studio: £12.50 (no discounts)Sunday 9 May, 8pm The 19th Jennings Keswick Jazz Festival 2010Clare Teal: with special guest Alan BarnesMain HouseMonday 10 May, 8pmPasadena Roof OrchestraMain HouseMain House: £18, £16, £10 (no discounts) Studio: £12.50 (no discounts) Theatre by the Lake, Lakeside, Keswick,
Cumbria, CA12 5DJ Phone: 017687 74411 Fryer-Barnhart International All-Star Jazz Band (USA/UK)The 19th Jennings Keswick Jazz Festival 2010Wednesday 12 May, 8pmMain HouseThe 19th Jennings Keswick Jazz Festival 2010 starts early at Theatre by the Lake with four days of special jazz events... Main House: £18, £16, £10 (no discounts) Studio: £12.50 (no discounts) Wednesday 12 May, 8.15pm Hot FingersSpats Langham, Danny Blyth and Malcolm SkedMonday 17 May - Tuesday 18 May, 7.30pmGiselleMain HouseGiselle is the ultimate Romantic ballet, a tale of innocence, betrayal and the edemptive power of true love. Set to the original stunning scoreby Adolphe Adam and featuring atmospheric costumes and sets plus of course Independent Ballet Wales' remarkable dancers interpreting expansive choreography, this production promises to be the most thrilling and entertaining dance event of the year. Public Booking opens on Mon 4 January at 9.30am £19, £17, £15, £13, £10 (discounts £1 off); Students £9 Under 26? Get a FREE TICKET for this show - call Box Office from Mon 4 Jan! Wednesday 19 May - Tuesday 23 MayKeswick Mountain Festival: Five Days of AdventureMain House and StudioThis year's line-up of speakers will inspire seasoned adventurers and arm-chair explorers alike. Lakes-based climber Leo Houlding talks about the film (shot by Alistair Lee) of his ambitious expedition to make the first free ascent of the daunting north face of Mount Asgard on Canada's Baffin Island. Minerturned- climber Andy Cave, author of Learning To Breathe, will tell of his assault (and a colleague's tragic accident) on the north face of Changabang, one of the hardest routes in the Himalaya. For further information and details of other speakers, visit www.keswickmountainfestival.co.uk Lakeland Mountain HeroesPresented by Wild CountrySponsored by the Lake District National Park,Wednesday 19 May, 6.30pm - 8pmMain HouseA fascinating evening with Dave Birkett, Climber & Doug Scott CBE, Mountaineer. Two very different men, born and bred in the lakes, both with different experiences and amazing stories. Robin Ashcroft will be hosting the evening which will include film footage, lectures, interviews plus a Q&A session. £14 (no discounts) Lakeland Fell Running HeroesJoss Naylor, Kenny Stuart and Keith RichardsonSponsored by the Lake District National Park,Wednesday 19 May, 8.30pm - 10pmMain HouseAn evening with the legendary Lake District fell runner and shepherd Joss Naylor and his fell running compatriot and admirer Kenny Stuart. The evening is hosted by writer Keith Richardson, author of 'Joss' (published by River Greta Writer) the highly acclaimed biography of Joss Naylor. Keith will introduce Joss and Kenny with an illustrated talk and this will be followed by an hour of on-stage interviews and questions from the audience directed at these two giants of Lakeland running. £14 (no discounts) Bike NightSponsored by the Lake District National ParkThursday 20 May, 7pm - 10pmMain HouseEnjoy an evening listening to inspirational speakers presenting their amazing biking tales and adventures. There will be some great downhill action, great films, Q&A's plus trail building experts and loads more! Don't miss out on the action and book now. £14 (no discounts) Andy CaveSponsored by the Lake District National ParkFriday 21 May, 7pm - 8pmMain HouseAuthor and pioneering mountaineer Andy Cave climbed the North Face of the Eiger at just 20 years old and went on to climb Divine Providence, one of the hardest routes ever done in the Alps. He has led more than a dozen expeditions to the Himalayas, climbing 8000 meatre peaks without oxygen and establishing some of the hardest routes ever recorded, such as the North Face of Changabang. £12.50 (no discounts) Theatre by the Lake, Lakeside, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ Phone: 017687 74411Web: Theatre By The Lake Ranulph FiennesSponsored by the Lake District National ParkFriday 21 May, 8.30pm - 10pmMain HouseDescribed as the world's greates living explorer, Sir Ranulph Fiennes is able to create an extraordinary feeling of self-confidence in an audience, explaining that the power to succeed in any walk off life exists within. He is also one of the most inspirational and interesting people on the planet. £25 (no discounts) Theatre by the Lake, Lakeside, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ Phone: 017687 74411Web: Theatre By The Lake Andy KirkpatrickPresented by PatagoniaSponsored by the Lake District National Park,Saturday 22 May, 7pm - 8pmMain HouseThe US magazine Climbing once described Andy as a climber with a "strange penchant for the long, the cold and the difficult", with a reputation "for seeking out routes where the danger is real, and the return is questionable, pushing himself on some of the hardest walls and faces in the Alps and beyond, sometimes with partners and sometimes alone". £12.50 (no discounts) Leo HouldingSponsored by the Lake District National ParkSaturday 22 May, 8.30pm - 10pmMain HouseBack by popular demand Leo will be taking us through his new adventures including The Award-Winning Asguard Project. £18 (no discounts) Theatre by the Lake, Lakeside, Keswick,
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