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Winter Season: December 2008

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Prior Park in Concert
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Wed 3rd December at 1:30pm

A fascinating menu of delightful items from the dazzlingly talented musicians of Prior Park College - expect some breath-taking solos, and music for all tastes from baroque to jazz, with perhaps a few Seasonal treats thrown in for good measure.

The Rondo Theatre Afternoon Concerts provide live music and entertainment on various afternoons throughout the year. Aimed at older members of the community, these concerts are an excellent way to relax and enjoy music in the welcoming and intimate atmosphere of The Rondo.

Tickets: £4.00, Concessions £4.00 Music
RBM More Detail
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Dad Rules with Andrew Clover
Dad Rules with Andrew Clover: Production Image By Andrew Clover
Thu 4th December at 7:00pm

She says “Let's have children”. I know this is a historic moment. I must respond like a man. So I ignore her.

“Based on The Sunday Times column, Dad Rules is a hilarious, feel good mix of stand-up and stories from Andrew Clover, Perrier Nominee and Ashes to Ashes clown” - BBC.

“The Hunter S Thompson of parenting.”

“Comedy tour de force *****” - Scotsman

Tickets: £9.00, Concessions £7.00 Comedy
Keith James More Detail
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The Songs of Nick Drake
The Songs of Nick Drake: Production Image
Fri 5th December at 7:00pm

The recognition and popularity of Nick Drake has now reached such proportions that he will always be seen as a landmark, a beauty, a thread of creativity that will forever span the rapids of modern music.

Nick recorded only three albums in his short career and has since been seen as somewhat of a mystery. At the time he was largely unnoticed, considered to be too fragile and painful to engage the wilder audiences of the early 70s. Now, more than 30 years on, Nick Drake has become the most revered of all English singer/songwriters.

“An absolute must!” - Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2

www.songsofnickdrake.com

www.keith-james.com

Tickets: £10.00, Concessions £8.00 Music
Barking Productions More Detail
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Instant Wit
Instant Wit: Production Image Sat 6th December at 7:00pm

Bristol's highly acclaimed comedy improvisation company are delighted to be returning to The Rondo. With their trademark completely improvised show that brings you sketches, gags, songs, surreal situations, flying packets of Instant Whip and prizes - and all shaped around audience suggestions. It's a must for those who prefer their comedy fast paced and with a slightly unusual edge.

Tickets: £9.00, Concessions £7.00 Improvisation
Bath Gang Show More Detail
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A Christmas Carol
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By Charles Dickens, Adapted by Adrian Cottle
Wed 10th December to Sat 13th December at 6:30pm

“I have endeavoured in this Ghostly little book, to raise the Ghost of an Idea, which shall not put my readers out of humour with themselves, with each other, with the season, or with me. May it haunt their houses pleasantly, and no one wish to lay it.”

So begins Charles Dickens' beloved A Christmas Carol, a holiday classic with music, laughter and dance.

Tickets: £7.00, Concessions £5.00 Community
Kevin Brown More Detail
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Kevin Brown: Production Image Wed 17th December at 7:00pm

Taught by Son House, hailed by Mark Knopfler, Kevin is unveiling material from his follow-up album to 'Tin Church'. Expect some new songs inspired by his recent love affair with both acoustic and electric lap steel guitar.

A firm favourite with our local community, Kevin also has a very respectful following world wide. Recently praised by Martin Simpson and Alvin Youngblood Heart, his song writing and playing have recently matured like a fine-oaked wine, why not try a taste for yourself!

Tickets: £9.00, Concessions £7.00 Music
James Seabright presents More Detail
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David Benson's Christmas Party
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Thu 18th December at 7:00pm

Award-winning solo performer David Benson and his pianist invite you to join the party for a fantastically fun night of festive songs, sketches and stories.

Benson will be passing around Christmas crackers, encouraging some hearty singalongs, and inviting his audience to roast their chestnuts on an open fire. (One of those three may be cancelled for safety reasons).

Expect an appearance of David's alter ego, Dame Foxy Trot, in full panto regalia and with rebellious cow Daisy in tow.

All in all this is a delightful panto alternative that will win over even the most determined of festive Scrooges.

“Masterful comic insight... miss him at your peril” - The Independent

Tickets: £9.00, Concessions £7.00 Comedy
Stackridge More Detail
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A Victory For Common Sense
A Victory For Common Sense: Production Image Fri 19th December to Sat 20th December at 7:00pm

Relaunched, Rejuvenated, Indefinable.

Far too many artists & bands make the claim they are “indefinable”. Stackridge, however, are the epitome of such a term.

Now with four of the original band back in harness Stackridge remain an exciting and inspiring mix of the sublime, the ridiculous & the simply unexpected. Superb musicianship, consummately performed with an ease, grace & humour that is quite astonishing.

With appearances at major festivals during the Summer, a new album recorded, and a constant flow of fresh material from the prolific writers in the band, now more than ever is the time for the uninitiated to take their first steps to discovering this wonderful West Country band.

Tickets: £12.00, Concessions £10.00 Music

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