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Date ideas for all!
Looking
to take your date out for a dip in some great live entertainment? Planning to
celebrate galentines with a romantic film classic? Or maybe a family
half-term trip is more of what you’re looking for, then you’re in luck!
We’ve
got a packed out programme this week from cultural/historical talks, comedy,
live music, classic and newly released film! Round off the half-term fun this
weekend with us! Get your glowsticks out this Saturday as Boomchikka Boom
brings its family rave to Halifax! Put on your party clothes this Sunday as
you’re invited to a Birthday party, this interactive family theatre
performances that promises a magical day of fun and laughter and a chance for
the little ones to get some memorable snaps with characters Molly and Bingo
the puppy!
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This Week
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The Arts Society, Halifax presents – Sophie
Matthews – Music in Art
Tuesday 14th Feb ❤️
Join historical musician and instrument maker
Sophie Matthews explores the links between music and art.
The Arts Society, Halifax presents – Sophie Matthews
– Music in Art
So many of our historical references for musical
instruments can be found in works of art. Not only can these
windows into the past show us what the instruments looked like
but also the social context in which they would have been played.
Music and different instruments also play a strong role within
symbolism in art. Sophie explores the instruments in selected
works and then gives live demonstrations on replicas of the
instruments depicted.
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Maisie Adam
Thursday 16th February
Fresh from Live at The Apollo, A League of Their
Own, Mock The Week, and The Last Leg, Best Newcomer nominee
Maisie Adam is back with her new show ‘Buzzed’.
Rammed with witty observations, high-octane energy
and some right good jokes. This high-energy show promises to be
better than whatever else you had planned (unless you had plans
to go dancing with Cher).
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Daily Express
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ One4Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Voice Magazine
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Funny Women
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Everything Theatre
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘thoroughly engaging ……… bursting with puppyish
pleasure’The
Guardian
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘The hair is fun, the live performance is way
funnier. …..wonderfully witty”Evening
Standard
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘A treat …… hilarious’ The List
‘Maisie Adam is phenomenal’ The Scotsman
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Friday Night Live @ Square Chapel: The Kingcrows,
No Nonsense, Ella McNamara
Friday 17th February
Friday Night Live @ Square Chapel is a platform for
emerging and local musicians to showcase their talents.
Frankie Porter – Well renowned local musician Frankie Porter makes
his Friday Night Live debut. Expect stunning vocals as Frankie
showcases his musical interpretations of Rock and Roll to Folk
from the 50s, 60sand 70s.
Callum Butterworth – Hailing from Halifax local celebrity Callum was a
finalist on ITV’s The Voice. He performs an array of covers he
loves as well as performing his own music. His debut single
‘Leave it at That’ was released in 2022. The stunning track
showcases Butterworth’s raw talent and impeccable vocal control
and is proof that the young singer is one to watch for the
future.
Oliver
Pinder – Is a 21 year old singer/songwriter from Wakefield.
Describing his music as “Sad Pop”. Writing songs about what makes
him sad in turn makes him happy. Set to be releasing new music in
2022 over the years he has been blessed to support and tour with
some friends such as Benjamin Francis Leftwich and JP Cooper to
name but a few!
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Halifax Philharmonic Club Presents – Mahan
Esfahani Harpsichord
Friday 17th February
Halifax Philharmonic Club are delighted to present
Mahan Esfahani Harpsichord
Since making his London debut in 2009, Mahan
Esfahani has established himself as the first harpsichordist in
ageneration whose work spans virtually all the areas of classical
music-making from critically-acclaimed performances and
recordings of the standard repertoire to working with the leading
composers of the day to pioneering concerto appearances with
major symphony orchestras on four continents. He was the first
and only harpsichordist to be a BBC New Generation Artist
(2008-2010), a Borletti-Buitoni prize winner (2009), a nominee
for Gramophone’s Artist of the Year (2014, 2015, 2017), and on
the shortlist as Instrumentalist of the Year for the Royal
Philharmonic Society Awards (2013, 2019).
Programme
J. S. Bach · The Well-Tempered Clavier
Esfahani has established himself as one of today’s
most thrilling harpsichordists— Gramophone
“Exhaustingly brilliant” — New York Times
“The harpsichord comes out of hiding” —
Daily Telegraph
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Halifax Philharmonic Club Presents – Mahan
Esfahani Harpsichord
Saturday 18th February
Boomchikkaboom is into their 10th year of hosting
unique family events with a fresh and modern approach. An
inclusive event for the whole family aimed ay children 0-8yrs.
Expect good music, dance routines, singing, snow machine,
parachute fun, photo booth and more. Some people say your social
life ends when you have children. Boomchikkaboom say it’s only
just begun.
2 events in 1 day
Event 1
Doors: 11:30
Performance Start: 12:00
Performance End: 13:30
Event 2
Doors: 14:30
Performance Start: 15:00
Performance End: 16:30
Tickets (+ 8% booking fee)
Advance
Under 1’s £5
Child £7
Adult £8
Doors
Under 1’s £7
Child £9
Adult £10
This is a standing event.
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I Spy with My Little Eye
Sunday 19th February
Molly and Bingo the puppy are having a birthday
party and, best of all, you’re invited! There’ll be a terrific treasure
hunt, all your favourite sing-along songs, including The Ants Go
Marching, Hickory Dickory Dock and BINGO, and lots of fantastic
games to play, including Molly’s favourite game, I Spy With My
Little Eye!
So put on your party clothes and come join us for
what promises to be a magical day of fun and laughter. It’s going
to be the best party ever!
A sweet surprise and photos with Bingo and the
birthday girl will be available after the show so grown ups
should bring along their cameras to capture the smiles.
“Perfect for Families”- What’s On Stage ★★★★★
“I Spy With My Little Eye lots of very happy children”- Mumsworld
★★★★★
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FILM
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Roman Holiday
70th anniversary restoration (U)
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Alice, Darling (15)
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All The Beauty
And The Bloodshed (18)
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She is Love (15)
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Holy Spider
(18)
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Saint Omer (12A)
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EO (15)
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Captioned Screenings
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She is Love
(15)
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Alice Darling (15)
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Just Added!
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Jack Rutter Thursday 9th March
Yorkshire folk singer Jack Rutter has established
himself as one of the standout voices of the folk, roots and
acoustic music scene in recent years. A hugely engaging stage presence, his soaring
vocal, powerhouse guitar and bouzouki playing and masterful
arrangements of traditional songs and contemporary covers have
enthralled audiences from the largest festival main stages to the
most intimate folk clubs. Following on from his critically
acclaimed second album Gold of Scar & Shale, 2022 will see
the release of a brand new EP, with 2023 bringing the successor
to Gold of Scar & Shale in the form of a new album of
traditional songs.
‘Among Britain’s finest traditional singers.’
– Folk Radio UK
‘An outstanding performer.’
– The Independent
‘You always want an exciting new discovery at a
festival, and for many it was Jack Rutter who provided just that.
What prowess he showed in music, he matched with his skills as a
raconteur; his love and respect for the songs in turn made the
audience joyful.’
– Louder Than War Magazine reviewing Underneath the Stars
Festival
‘In the spirit of the old traditional singers, Jack
Rutter takes a song, shapes it, lives with it and brings out
something unique. This album makes my heart sing.’
– Kathryn Tickell OBE, BBC Radio 3
‘One of the best albums of its kind in recent
times.’ – Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio
2 reviewing Gold of Scar & Shale
Reserved
Seating – Seats are selected at the time of
booking and reserved for you at the event.
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How To Be A Better Human Saturday 11th March
In 2019…I lost my Dad. Well, I didn’t lose him. I
knew exactly where he was – in the coffin at the front of the
crem. How to Be a Better Human is a spoken word comedy about
grief, loss and self-acceptance. It tells Chris’ story of losing
two of the biggest relationships in his life – Dad and Wife – in
the space of a few months. It finds the lightness and humour in
death, loss and divorce, exploring how they help us become better
at empathising, connecting and understanding. How we can lose
everything and still find the strength to rebuild. How growing a
beard can be the best decision of your life, and why some
hedgehogs are absolute d*******s.
Performed by Chris Singleton and directed by Tom
Wright, How to Be A Better Human uses PowerPoint comedy, poetry,
autobiographical storytelling, original music by Reece Jacob and
animation by Huckleberry Films to open accessible conversations
about grief, loss and mental health.
“A true artistic vulnerability that absolutely
chimed with our audience.” – Rio Matchett, Leeds Playhouse
“A superb and slick debut. A son’s touching eulogy
to his dad. A man bettering himself in the face of adversity. A
surprisingly hilarious top night out.”- Porl Cooper, Harrogate
Theatres
“There are autobiographical shows that ask ‘why
me?’, and shows that ask ‘what can we learn from this?’ It is
clear which one this is.” – Richard Warburton, Artistic Director
of Theatre in the Mill
“It’s the humanity of Chris’ writing that compels
you: candid, unafraid, harrowing, startling and compassionate in
all the best ways, pulled together with a clarity of vision and
beauty of language that simply will not let you go.” – Dawn
Bauling, Indigo Dreams
“You make grief accessible to the masses.” –
Audience member
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Bootleg Blondie
Saturday 18th March
Bootleg Blondie are the world’s NUMBER 1 tribute
to Debbie Harry and Blondie, established in 2001.
This band are the only tribute to have performed
with two original founder members of Blondie, legendary drummer
Clem Burke and singer, songwriter, bass player and author Gary
Valentine. BB had the honour of being thanked on Blondie’s 11th
album ‘Pollinator’ and have performed at the infamous CBGB club
in New York city, appearing regularly at many top festivals and
venues in The UK and Europe. Lead singer Debbie Harris (as seen
on BBC 1) says her pride and joy is her guitar that she plays
during her shows, signed by all the Blondie members.
To celebrate 45 years since the release of
Blondie’s iconic 1978 album ‘Parallel Lines’ Clem Burke joined BB
on drums for not one but two UK tours in 2019 covering nearly
5000 miles and playing to over 7000 people.
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China Crisis Friday 14th April
By arrangement with Selective Agency, Square
Chapel are delighted to welcome China Crisis.
A combination of truly engaging music, a good bit of
Scouse humour, and the clear kinship the band have with their
fans, any China Crisis show is one you leave happier for having
been part of. Their live performances are truly must-see!
The early 1980’s heralded a second Liverpool-based
musical renaissance responsible for producing not just new wave
legends OMD, but also the diverse likes of Echo and the Bunnymen,
Teardrop Explodes, A Flock of Seagulls and Frankie Goes to
Hollywood. Amongst these lauded Merseyside acts was China Crisis,
emerging in 1981 from their native Kirkby as the song writing duo
of vocalist/keyboardist Gary Daly and guitarist / vocalist Eddie
Lundon, who over the years have been accompanied by a gifted and
creative but ever-mutable group of musicians both on stage and in
their recordings.
Did you know that China Crisis classics have been
sampled into modern singles by the likes of French Montana and
Action Bronson? The band’s songs have also been chosen for use in
contemporary cinema such as with the hit film Gone Girl and the
immensely popular Sex Education on Netflix, all introducing their
music to a whole new audience.
The band have just released their “40th
Anniversary: Live from the Liverpool Philharmonic”, a lovingly
produced live concert video from their inaugural 40th Anniversary
show which features songs from every one of their albums (some
never performed live), recorded in their hometown with an
all-star 16-piece China Crisis band.
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The Smyths: 20th Anniversary Tour Saturday 8th April
More than a tribute, but an experience that
embodies the sound and spirit of The Smiths!
The group formed the band back in 2003 born out pure
passion for The Smiths.
We didn’t just want to be a tribute band – we wanted
to play the music of The Smiths and recreate what is was to see
and hear The Smiths live – it just happens that when you do that,
the world calls you a tribute.
No silly wigs or props, just expertly rehearsed week
in week out to perfect that genuine sound- The Smiths and their
fans (like the band) demand nothing less.
Fast forward 18 years and some 760 shows later this
class act are now spoken of as being in the top tier of tributes
globally. Having played throughout the UK, overseas and at major
festivals such as Glastonbury. The group have also appeared on
numerous TV and radio shows and many a newspaper column written.
The word tribute has also developed and grown in
respect in that time, coming to represent something that is not
silly or trite but the best way to see and experience the music
of bands no longer with us played by artists who are as
passionate and dedicated to their shows as actors and actresses.
For this group, it’s a pleasure and
privilege to be seen as the foremost tribute to The Smiths!
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Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke Thursday 21st September
New national tour for star of Have I Got News For
You, A League Of Their Own, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?,
Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of Ten Cats, Backstage With Katherine
Ryan and many more!On this his sixth UK tour, Geoff Norcott will
be trying to make sense of the current cultural and political
scene with his playfully provocative brand of humour. Whether
it’s the dire blandness of the two main parties or the
shamelessly shoe-horned right-on messages in adverts and films,
Geoff will continue to tread in areas much of comedy leaves well
alone. But this time around he also has a mission. As well as
casting his everyman eye over what’s happening in wider society,
Geoff is trying to unpick what’s happening with your average
bloke. Remember them?
It’s been a rough couple of years for blokes. Toxic
masculinity has grabbed all the headlines and ruined it for
communal garden geezers, who have been put under the microscope
like never before. At first glance, there’s not much to examine –
there’s no Bloke 2.0.Taking up his own bloke’s-eye-view, Geoff
can see that despite the social media vortex, your man in the
street, average Joe, man on the Clapham Omnibus and your John
Smiths just keep plodding on, fuelled by a diet of football,
sheds, super-hero films, sporting autobiographies, wearing socks
at all times and strategically burying feelings when necessary.
However, under the paraphernalia of manhood and the
sometimes basic, even primal, behaviour of dads and lads, Geoff
can see that there is something mysterious and definitely
non-toxic going on.A kindly and funny stock-take of both himself
his fellow man, BASIC BLOKE unlocks some of the more complicated
behaviour of your husbands, dads and brothers.
‘He’s a class act with a mature, sharp take
on modern politics.’ Sunday Times
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