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Wed 4th February to Sat 7th February at 7:00pm |
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A haven of loving support or a cauldron of bubbling tension: what is the real truth about family life in Britain today? Dougie Blaxland’s powerful new black comedy tells the story of three families struggling in their different ways with the pressures of modern urban life. Directed by Rondo Theatre Director, Ian McGlynn, If I Were A Carpenter is a compelling and entertaining drama.
This play is ambitious, provocative and highly original: it asks fundamental questions about family life in contemporary Britain and in particular about the relationship between the modern state and its individual citizens. It is a successful and confrontational piece of theatre. - The Soho Theatre
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Fri 13th February to Sat 14th February at 7:00pm |
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Music & Comedy for Valentines and the launch of their new CD.
It was a dark and stormy night in downtown Twerton, but love was in the air. The stranger sauntered into the smoky bar, guitar over his shoulder, hair gel under his arm. He was suave, stylish, bon-viveurish, with a hint of air freshener. He grabbed the microphone and started to croon. The band left. All the girls said he was The Man With Lucky Lips searching for his Valentine but what do they know? Where had he come from? Where was he going? Why the limp?
Bill Smarme - international entertainer, love guru, bon viveur, connoisseur of fine wines, building contractor - leads his band The Bizness through a madcap selection of your favourite songs performed as nature did not intend and all in the name of entertainment.
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Wed 18th February at 7:00pm |
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One of the most innovative acoustic guitarists in the UK today, Gordon Giltrap has developed his own unique style, much copied, but never bettered. It is impossible not to be awestruck as he coaxes incredible melodies from his instruments; you almost suspect a second pair of hands.
With over 40 years in the business, Gordon will satisfy fans with his most well loved hits, as well as explaining the history of his many different guitars. Be prepared for beautiful compositions that cross all musical genres, wit, charm and unbelievable talent.
Gordon Giltrap is one of an elite few who truly have become legendary in their field in their own lifetime. I am proud to call him my friend - Brian May (Queen)
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Thu 19th February at 7:00pm |
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A stunning one woman post-modern comedy.
Devised and performed by Lou Cox, Pieces of Me is a genre-busting piece that explores obsession, blindness and ginger snap biscuits. Lou Cox explodes onto the scene, merging film, stand-up comedy and physical theatre.
Lou has held the mirror up to herself so closely, it has smashed. Watch her pick up the pieces!
Lou trained at BathSpaUniversity and is also a member of The Natural Theatre Company – catch this rising star before it’s too late!
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Fri 20th February to Sat 21st February at 7:00pm |
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European Arts Company, who recently brought us The Picture of Dorian Gray, presents the perambulations, perils, travels and adventures of the corresponding members of The Pickwick Club. Cleverly adapted from the comic novel by Charles Dickens, The Pickwick Papers is a highly physical and inventive piece of entertainment featuring a versatile cast of six actors familiar from stage and screen. Packed full of comic set-pieces, the show features a host of well-loved characters including Mr. Pickwick, Sam Weller, Jingle, Winkle, Mrs. Bardell and The Fat Boy as they traverse the country on their haphazard journey.
The company hails from Maidstone (or Muggleton in Dickens’ novel) and has been touring quirky classics around the world since 2002.
European Arts Company provides sheer entertainment but also an excellent opportunity for seeing high quality live theatre - International Herald Tribune
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Wed 25th February at 7:00pm Wed 25th February at 2:00pm |
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Nick Lucas Gives An Audience As Field Marshall Douglas Haig. HAIG is a soldier’s tale about Field Marshall Sir Douglas Haig, written specifically for Nick Lucas by The performance of HAIG is followed by the opportunity to question Nick Lucas.
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Thu 26th February at 7:00pm |
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After a sell-out performance at The Rondo this internationally renowned theatre company return with their masterpiece Houdini’s Suitcase. Joshka Malouth, one time apprentice to the great Houdini, waits at a deserted railway station surrounded by battered suitcases that contain the fragments of his extraordinary past. As he opens them, a macabre carnival of strange and beautiful characters emerge to tell his story.
A tale of love and loss, nights at the circus and the mud-soaked trenches of the First World War.
Houdini's Suitcase fuses live performance, puppetry, and a haunting soundtrack. Unique, poignant and wonderfully funny this is a sensory feast for audiences 12 +.
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Fri 27th February at 7:00pm |
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The multi-award-winning Welsh misery, star of Mock The Week, 8 out of 10 Cats, Never Mind The Buzzcocks & BBC Radio Wales returns with his hilarious if.comedy nominated show.
A service station somewhere. Christmas 2007. About 2.40am. Rhod Gilbert finds himself standing in the coffee shop bit, armed with a travel pillow, a flask and a very powerful torch, aggressively demanding to know more about an 'Award-Winning Mince Pie' on display on the counter. Suddenly aware of what he is doing, Rhod is forced to acknowledge that he may be having a very mild nervous breakdown.
The pressures of living in a tedious, pointless and absurd world surrounded by idiots have finally taken their toll.
Surpassed all expectations…exhilarating stand-up, sublime storytelling - Scotsman
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Sat 28th February at 7:00pm |
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Roll up, roll up…!
This live show is more than a tribute to the ‘The Beatles’ - The Magical History Tour takes you on a light hearted imaginary ‘bus ride’ to visit the sites of Beatles legend . . . from the meeting of John and Paul at St Peter’s Church, Liverpool on to the Kaiserkeller Club in Hamburg, the Cavern Club, Liverpool through to the top of the Apple Building and the psychedelia of Sgt Pepper – the Magical History Tour takes you right there.
Magical History tour is presented by Tom The Frop, a highly experienced band who have been together since the dawn of time. They bring a zest and enthusiasm to each and every performance. From the first chord, the boys engage the audience with their on stage antics, guaranteed to put a smile on everyone’s face!
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The Rondo Theatre is supported by Bath and North East Somerset Council.
