THURSDAY 20th MARCH 7.30pm
PAUL MONEY
WONDERS OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM & THE SPRING EQUINOX
Now writing for the BBC Sky at Night as reviews editor, freelance astronomer,
writer and broadcaster, Paul Money will be giving an in depth illustrated
talk about our solar system and the Spring Equinox. If it’s a
clear night there may also be a chance for some first hand observing
and identification.
£3.50 & £2.50
SATURDAY 29TH MARCH 8pm
THE
FANFARE BIG BAND
Sixteen piece Swing Band with the lovely Rebecca Smythe on vocals.
Hear some old and new numbers, Glen Miller and Gershwin, and fifties
and sixties swing. With BBC Leicester band director Gordon Grant leading
this band of experienced and quality players, recently joined by new
young musicians.
£10 & £9conc
TUESDAY 8th APRIL – THURSDAY 10th APRIL 10am-4pm
THREE DAY WESTENDERS WORKSHOP
This workshop will be exploring the seasons through music, theatre and
dance, with a showcase on Thursday afternoon for family and friends.
Booking essential– Please bring lunch and wear comfortable clothing.
£25
FRIDAY 11th APRIL 8pm
THE MARTIN HARLEY BAND
Inspired blues, jazz & Americana, this hard-touring band are marking
themselves out as shining talents on the British acoustic scene. Guitarist
Magazine says , “Martin Harley’s formidable guitar skills
especially, his expressive slide guitar, and his smoky but soulful voice
provides the perfect expression for their crafted, intelligent, contagious
songs.......... that have their C.D.’s flying off the shelf.”
“This is no ordinary band”, Maverick Magazine
£10 & £9 conc
SATURDAY 19TH APRIL 8PM
JOJI HIROTA TAIKO ENSEMBLE
Taiko drumming Japanese flute Voice Joji Hirota brings his unique style
to traditional and original compositions in this rare appearance. His
music embraces the foundations of Japanese traditional drumming and
reflects the influence of many of his worldwide musical collaborations
– truly universal!
This will be an evening of thrilling and totally absorbing drumming,
performed on a wide variety of drums and percussion with over twenty
instruments on stage, interspersed with shakuhachi (bamboo flute) and
vocal renditions of Japanese folksongs
“Hiroto is marvellous. His face remains impassive as his hands
fly around the instruments....” Rhythm Magazine. “General
live-wire” – The Times.
£15
MONDAY 21st APRIL 7.30pm
Lincoln Shakespeare Company present
MACBETH
The Lincoln Shakespeare Company perform Shakespeare’s action packed,
enthralling drama of power seeking, ambition and betrayal, with their
characteristic verve and intelligence.
£9 & £6.50
TUESDAY
22ND APRIL 7.30PM
CHRIS GARRICK & JOHN ETHERIDGE IN CONCERT
John Etheridge is a legend among guitarists – the leading British
jazz guitarist of his generation. Ranging from playing with Soft Machine
to touring extensively with Stephan Grappelli’s quartet, he has
played with almost everybody in the jazz and classical world, including
John Williams, Yehudi Menuhin and Nigel Kennedy.
His latest recording left The Observer’s critic unusually lost
for words: “How can anyone achieve this level?” Virtuoso
violinist Chris Garrick is widely recognised as the foremost jazz violinist
in Britain and one of the leading players on the world scene. He has
toured with Cleo Lane and recorded with artists including Luka Bloom
and Brian Ferry, as well as on many film soundtracks including Borat,
Moulin Rouge, Tomorrow Never Dies, Chocolat, and Chicago. Together they
interpret jazz, folk, world and rock music by composers as diverse Grapelli,
Duke Ellington Paul Mc Cartney and Richard Thompson, Jobim and Methany.
Playing on both acoustic and electric instruments, these two virtuoso
soloists enchant and mesmerise. With a strong emphasis on sparkling
swing, deep groove and big themes, they deliver with trademark exuberance
and freewheeling interplay. You are promised a truly memorable evening.
Part Funded by Arts Council East Midlands, Lincolnshire County Council,
East Lindsay District Council, Co-ordinated by Artservice
THURSDAY 22nd MAY 7.30pm
THE PAPERBOYS
From Canada
What sets The Paperboys apart from many other East Coast band, is their
live show. With a fan base that sells out their shows in the most prestigious
clubs throughout Canada, we feel very lucky to have them play for us
here at Spilsby.
Their music has been described as a place where Irish, Mexican and Roots
music collide. Of course this multicultural mix isn’t surprising
from a bilingual band, whose founding member is Mexican-Canadian and
whose players cover a range of musical backgrounds from Bluegrass to
Soul, to traditional Scottish and Irish. Meanwhile critics
From Billboard to Washington Post don’t have any trouble describing
the Paperboys sound. “Reminiscent of early Elton John and Van
Morrison” Americana UK Magazine
£10 & £9conc
TUESDAY 27TH MAY 7.30pm
MIDGE URE
He’s here again – tickets will sell out quickly, don’t
miss out! £18.50
SATURDAY
31ST MAY 8PM
ORLA MURPHY QUARTET featuring GIOVANNI MAZZARINO
Jazz singer Orla Murphyis fast making a name for herself in UK jazz
circles through her adventurous approach to both standards and originals.
She has a compelling, strong and rich voice & her dynamic supporting
band features, from Italy, one of Europe's top jazz pianists in Giovanni
Mazzarino with the ever inventive outstanding London-based jazz musician
Neville Malcolm on bass .
£9 & £8 conc.
FRIDAY 6th JUNE 8PM
From ZIMBABWE & S.AFRICA
ALBERT
NYATHI & IMBONGI
Featuring Maqhinga Radebe , South Africa’s King on Maskanda Guitar
“Energetic and joyous - totally in tune with the Womad spirit”
The Times
Live and direct from Harare, Bulawayo and Durban we are delighted to
welcome this stunning 8- piece band and dancers, on their opening night
of the UK leg of their world tour. They are joined by legendary Maqhinga
Radebe of Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Shambala fame, on vocals and guitar
and together they play the brightest, most up-lifting Hi-life and Township
jive we will ever be lucky enough to hear.
£12 & £11 conc £35 family ticket.
SATURDAY 28TH JUNE 8PM
SUMMER SWING with THE FANFARE BIG BAND
Our resident big band will be jollying up summer with lots of swing
tunes and dance numbers from recent swing chart toppers through the
big band era to the 30’s.
£10
MONDAY 28TH JULY – 1ST AUGUST 10am – 4pm
FIVE DAY WESTENDERS DRAMA WORKSHOP
–Theme to be arranged.
£65. Sponsorship to take part in this event may be available please
phone to speak to us if you would like child/children to take part and
you would need help with the fees.
THURSDAY
14TH AUGUST 7.30pm
From WEST AFRICA
N’FALY KOUYATE & DUNYAKAN
“As happy and as elevated in spirit as any music has ever , lifted
me...the singularly best show I’ve ever seen” Celtic Connections
“N'Faly Kouyate wore a smile that seemed to stretch from one end
of the stage to the other”, Kate Walsh. N’Faly Kouyate comes
from one the famous griot families from the heart of Madingue in West
Africa. Through his performances, he uses music and storytelling as
a way to open doors between different peoples and cultures, striving
always to tell about his culture while embracing others, with a profound
sense of unity between cultures & our shared humanity. 2007 found
N’Faly performing at both WOMAD Caceres and the 25th Charlton
Park. With the Afrocelts, he has literally traversed the world, in addition
to being nominated for two best World Music Grammy Awards, and a gold
record in Ireland. A charismatic and dynamic experience not to be missed.
£10 & £9conc £32 family ticket
MONDAY 11TH – FRIDAY 15TH AUGUST -9am-3pm
DARE TO DANCE – SUMMER DANCE WORKSHOPS
for ages 8-14
Learn the latest moves to the latest tunes, make new friends and build
your confidence
Activities and skills include Jazz dance, Hip-hop, Music Theatre, Choreography
and Mask Workshop. Everyone has the opportunity to shine in ‘Dare
To Dance’ variety show presented to friends and family at the
end of the week.
The workshops will be taught by Faye Bradbrook who has eight years of
experience of teaching and organising holiday activities and is qualified
with the Professional Teachers of Dancing and the London College of
Music and Media
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring lunch, drinks and snacks.
Booking essential. Fee for the week £65 – Some subsidy may
be available to help with the fee – please phone for details
REGULAR EVENTS
WESTENDERS YOUTH THEATRE
Every Monday evening except school holidays 5.30 – 7-30pm
For 8 – 15yrs. Come and join in the fun. Drama, music and movement,
learning theatre skills and working towards performances through the
year. Booking essential unless you have become a member. Please wear
comfortable clothing and bring a snack
£2-50 per session.
ACOUSTIC & FOLK MUSIC NIGHT
IN THE THEATRE BAR
Held on the last Monday of the month-
Bring an instrument to play or come to listen
