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You deserve to have Some Fun!
Whatever your vibe is, gigs, poetry, discussions of a regal
nature, theatre, comedy or just straight up GROOVES, we have the remedy to
cure your need for some day-out inspo with a packed out programme of events!
Did you know there’s a new event in town? We’re going to have
you in stitches this summer as Comedy is BACK, with ‘Jubbs Comedy Club’, the
story behind the name, perhaps noot so funny… keep scrolling to find out
more!
There’s also an opportunity for you to perform at one of
Calderdale’s BIG events this Summer… you’ll have to get through a certain
Dame first though!
Check out our April/May What’s on Guide!
Fancy some lunch? Our kitchen is open for lunch and brunch in
the Atrium 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Wednesday to Sunday
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John Hegley: Biscuit of Destiny
Thursday 27th April
Renowned for deadpan delivery and witty wordplay, we’re excited
to welcome back John Hegley!
John Hegley, the star of radio, T.V and school assemblies, is
ready once more to take to road and rail with a clutch of new verses, a few
older favourites, and a cardboard camel with a moving jaw.
The biscuits in the show derive from a phrase used by Romantic
Poet, John Keats: ‘a scarcity of biscuit’ – not the sort of phrase nor
spelling you expect from a romantic poet. The show delves into the more
eccentric side of Keats, alongside everyday goings-on in the Hegley homes of
now and yesteryear. It includes 7 drawings of elephants, myths, discos,
daleks, optional community singing and the search for a sense of self-worth.
Designed more for adults, but suitable for the odd nine-year-old.
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This Week
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Coronations II
(1761-1937): Splendour, Pageantry and Minor Disasters Presented
by David Glover
Wednesday 19th
April
The third discussion in this
Royal Series includes fascinating anecdotes and asks, which
Queen consort was forbidden entry to her husband’s crowning?
Who tumbled down the steps of
Queen Victoria’s throne in 1838? Whose crowning was delayed due
to appendicitis? Which guest required a white cow in his
household at the time of the 1902 celebrations?
And learn how Lionel Logue –
who figured in the film “The King’s Speech” – helped King George
VI in 1937.
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Daoirí Farrell
Thursday 20th
April
Daoirí Farrell is
singlehandedly spearheading a resurgence of the authentic in
Irish folk music…he is rightly in demand all over the world.
It’s commonly accepted that
Dublin born singer and bouzouki player Daoirí Farrell is one of
most important singers to come out of Ireland in recent years.
A product of Dublin’s famous
club An Góilin Traditional Singers, since launching his own solo
live career at the 2016 Celtic Connections, Daoirí Farrell has
gone from strength to strength. On the verge of releasing his
fourth solo album in early 2023, he can boast numerous honours
from BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards to ALSR Celtic Music accolades.
On record, The debut album,
‘The First Turn’, surfaced back in 2009, with his breakthrough
album appearing in 2016 with the powerful ‘True Born Irishman’, a
set that Songlines called ‘an album that could yet prove to be
one of the most significant Irish releases of recent years.’ It
went on to win him two prestigious BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards.
On stage Daoirí’s live work
sees the 2013 All Ireland Champion Singer touring far and wide,
performing regularly at festivals around the globe including in
Canada, Australia and Europe.
As well as touring
internationally, Daoirí still hones his art with regular
unannounced visits to the many sessions across the city of
Dublin.
Doors 19:30
Performance Start 20:00
Performance End 22:00
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Snake Davis Band
Friday 21st
April
“SO very excited to be back
playing to folks in the real world in a favourite space!”
Snake Davis brings his 4
piece band, with guitar, bass guitar and drums. Something for
everybody, from floaty to dance-able, from soul through pop to
jazz and world, original material and classic sax pieces such as
‘Baker Street’ and ‘Night Train’.
He is one of the most
in-demand rock soul and jazz sax players in the world, widely
known for his solos on tracks such as Lisa Stansfields “Change”,
M-Peoples “Search For A Hero” and “Moving On Up” and Take Thats
“A Million Love Songs”. He has played and recorded with artists
ranging from James Brown to Tina Turner to Paul McCartney, The
Eurythmics to Amy Winehouse.
As a session player to the
stars he plays arenas and stadiums, but his greatest to play
intimate venues as himself, his own music choice with his favorite
musicians.
Playing the saxophone family
as well as flutes, whistles and the ancient Japanese wind
instrument, the Shakuhachi, and singing, it is his total passion
and commitment to every note that draws people in.
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Victor, Vi and
the Volvo
Saturday 22nd
April
When Victor drives into Vi’s
life in his dodgy Volvo, things change forever. With the arrival
of son Callum, there’s never a dull moment!
However things start to take
a dark turn as teenager Sid’s looming influence on Callum grows
stronger. When things get tough, will Vic be there for his
family? Northern Edge Theatre returns with their hit one-act
comedy drama.‘Victor, Vi and the Volvo’ explores the themes of
family, growing up and peer pressure.
After the performance there
will be a Q&A with Writer/Director Sam Milnes and the cast.
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Just Added
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Cerys Bradley and
Eric Rushton: Edinburgh Previews Saturday 6th May
A chance to catch two back to
back, work in progress comedy shows before they hit the Edinburgh
Festival Fringe in August!
Cerys Bradley:
Not Over Thinking Things 2019
Did Cerys cause their
parents’ divorce? Are they too mean to their work colleagues? Did
they just make that interaction really awkward? Is a new year’s
resolution ever going to be enough to fix their personality? In
this surreal and silly interactive stand-up show/birthday party,
you get to decide. Cerys Bradley is a non-binary comedian who won
the Autistic Excellence Award at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2022 for
their debut show Sportsperson.
Eric Rushton: Not
That Deep
Leicester Mercury Comedian of
the Year Eric Rushton’s brand-spanking new hour. As well as
spanking brands, he’ll be telling loads of jokes that range from
good in quality to excellent in quality. He might also chuck in
some poor ones for a laugh
“Manages to keep a stag party
almost rapt even while talking about the toxic pressures of
masculinity.” – Chortle.
“Reminiscent of Sean Lock” –
The Scotsman
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Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote
Thursday 8th June
Jessica Fletcher heads to
London but soon gets caught up in a murder mystery only she (or
you!) can solve!
Cult hit event
Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote comes to town, with an interactive
screening of the classic Murder, She Wrote episode “Sing a Song
of Murder”.
Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote
is a unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and
audience participation, with special permission from NBC
Universal Television. See the show Time Out rated one of 2021 and
2019’s 50 Great Nights Out in London that has played to sell-out
audiences across the UK and Australia.
Hosted by super-fan Tim
Benzie, Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote features: * A race to
solve to the crime, via the Fameometer and the Suspiciometer!
A Cabot Cove quiz!
A singalong to the theme tune
with new lyrics! * Clips and biogs of the campy guest stars!
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Calderdale
Pride’s Got Talent 2023 Sunday 11th June
A fun and FAB opportunity for
some fantastic local talent to win a chance to perform on the
main stage at Calderdale Pride 2023! Could it be you?
Hosted by the one and only
Dame Shirley Bazzy the contest will be taking place in Square
Chapel’s Atrium Bar where a selection of food and drink will be
available.
This event is FREE to attend
but please book your free tickets so we have an idea of
attendance.
Come along for a great
afternoon from 2PM showcasing some amazing local talent.
If you have a talent and wish
to enter there is still chance to apply!
Email calderdalepridetalent@outlook.com
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Jubb’s Comedy
Club: Mc Aaron Twitchen, Ben Silver, Silky Saturday 5th August
Comedy is BACK and sure to
have you stitches this summer.
Jubb’s comedy club was
created in loving memory of our bar manager’s cat who sadly
passed away recently. To cheer her up, we decided to bring the
hottest comedy talent on the scene today to Square Chapel,
including some well-known faces as well as stars of the future!
Each show will host a range
of comedy styles from professional comics regularly playing clubs
across the UK, some of whom are familiar faces on TV.
MC | Aaron
Twitchen
A highly energetic MC a crowd favourite on the circuit. Twitchen
has been featured on Darren Harriot’s Red Label on BBC Radio 4
and is also a trained circus performer.
Opener | Ben
Silver
A ‘Masterful joke-writer’ who
crafts ‘Hilariously abstract comedy vignettes’ with his absurdist
style and linguistic sleight-of-hand.
‘He’s dead good. Highly
Recommend’ Danny Mcloughlin
‘Natural talent’ -Colin
Manford
Closer | Silky
Despite possessing one of the
silliest names in comedy – and there’s been a few – Liverpudlian
in exile Silky has managed to emerge as one of the very best comics
in the business. Rated by fellow comics, critics and audiences
alike, he has completed two consecutive sell-out tours of the UK
with his mix of classic one-liners and off-the-cuff banter
without parallel.
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London Afrobeat
Collective Saturday 30th September
8 musicians. One goal. To
increase the positive energy in the world by making people dance!
After 2 years in the
wilderness crafting a huge new set drawing on their favourite
influences from around the world, London Afrobeat Collective are
thrilled to be hitting the festival circuit again this summer.
Having cut their teeth on the
London scene, and a regular hit on the UK & Europe touring
circuit since 2017, their high-energy live set is not to be
missed! Virgin Music said of one festival performance “London
Afrobeat Collective, … a multi-instrument band providing
infectious, vibrant grooves to a crowd that literally wouldn’t
let them leave the stage.” The band themselves rarely want to
leave the stage, so getting back to a full summer of touring has
them all chomping at the bit.
With a 4th studio album in
the works this year, crowds can expect more heavy funk and
afrobeat grooves, conscious lyrics, and a dedication to making
everybody shake it!
Personnel:
Vocals – Juanita Euka
Rhythm Guitar – Alex Farrell
Lead Guitar – Alex Szyjanowicz
Bass – Luigi Casanova/John Mathews
Drums – Giuliano Osella
Percussion – Richie Sweet
Baritone Saxophone – Klibens Michelet
Trumpet – Andy Watts
Lineup:
19:45-20:15 – Special Guest
TBA
20:30-22:00 – London Afrobeat Collective
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Mark Watson:
Search Thursday 16th November
‘This is a stand-up operating
at the very top of his game, ★★★★’ –
Independent
Mark Watson’s 12-year-old son
has just got a phone. His 70-year-old dad has been through the
most frightening experience of his life. Both a dad and a kid
himself, around the midpoint of his life, the Taskmaster star and
multiple award-winner – now also famous as one-third of YouTube
cult sensation No More Jockeys – returns.
He’ll consider the search for meaning that we’re all on, with or
without Google. There’ll be a lot of jokes, and a show that’s
different every night.
‘Quite unlike anything else
I’ve seen in almost 20 years of covering the Fringe…witty, warm,
perfectly judged’ ★★★★★ - Telegraph
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Our mailing address is:
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