JINGLE YOUR WAY TO OUR MOST POPULAR PANTOMIME
This week, there was a buzz of excitement as the panto cast and crew gathered for their first read-through of the script. They did a jolly good job of bringing their characters to life. The anticipation is truly spreading as tickets are disappearing faster than mince pies at a family gathering. Mark your calendars and join us for a rip-roaring adventure with Robin Hood and his Merry Crew. Running from Fri 29 Nov 2024 – Sun 5 Jan 2025. Watch the teaser trailer here. You can book tickets here.
OUR PANTO NEEDS YOU
We are looking for a part-time laundry and costume maintenance supervisor for our upcoming Robin Hood pantomime. If you’re a wizard with a washing machine and a master of mending tights, then you’re a perfect fit. The hours are flexible and start from Mon 25 Nov 2024 – 5 Jan 2025.
If you’re interested in being a hero of the wardrobe department, please email programming@nullsouthhillpark.org.uk for further details.
UNIQUE SPACES UNLOCK UNIQUE STORIES
Our intimate Studio Theatre allows for producers and theatrical community groups to tell fresh, challenging and exciting stories. We sat down with Luke Burton to hear what it was like injecting love, energy and passion into a previously under-utilised space, which you can watch here. You can also read Luke’s story here. Your membership directly impacts our ability to provide these unique spaces. We are able to support emerging artists and technicians to tell stories whilst also creating opportunities for meaningful community connection. You are South Hill Park.
THEATRES TRUST AWARD
The Theatres Trust announced their Small Grants Programme with The Linbury Trust, and we were grateful to be one of the recipients. The grant of £3,703 has enabled us to update the sound and lighting in the Cellar Bar with higher quality equipment and waterproof LEDs. We are excited to have been able to implement these updates in one of our very special spaces in our venue. We hope performers, their crew and audiences alike will benefit from and enjoy the improvements – TONY JAMES, TECHNICAL MANAGER.
IMPACT THROUGH ART
One of the ways we provide art opportunities to our local community is through our outreach projects. With the support of an arts grant from Wellington College and in association with the Foundry College, we held a spray-painting workshop for pupils with medical needs, who cannot attend school regularly, and pupils who have been permanently excluded. Taught by a professional art tutor, we helped the students gain access to a visual art topic of their choice and gain valuable skills. To find out more about our outreach work, and how you can get involved, please visit our website here.
CRAFT AND DESIGN FAIR
Mansion House and Theatre Foyer
Sat 16 – Sun 17 Nov, 10 – 5pm
Get ready to jingle your bells because our annual winter Craft and Design Fair is back with over 60 artists displaying their work. From beautiful handcrafted items to festive wares, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to finding the perfect Christmas gifts. You can also explore our specialist open studios to learn more about our visual arts courses and enjoy live demonstrations by our talented artists in residence. Free entry and parking available on-site.
FESTIVE CLOTHING WANTED
During the Craft and Design Fair 2024, we will be selling pre-loved Christmas clothing. We are still needing a few more items, in good condition. Please donate if you can via the Box Office by Fri 8 Nov. We are also fortunate to be participating in the Easthampstead Rotary Club Christmas Community Draw, so come ready to purchase your raffle tickets to be in with the chance to win up to £500!
ROLL OUT THE CARPET
For the past few years, we’ve been raising funds to replace our carpet that has been well trodden. The time has come for it to retire gracefully. Thanks to the generous 125 Years Community Fund from Morrisons and our previous donors, we’re now halfway there. However, we need your help to meet the full cost. If you’re feeling generous, please donate or spread the word to anyone who might be interested. We don’t want this fundraising initiative to get swept under the carpet! Please get in touch with our Box Office or drop us an email at fundraising@nullsouthhillpark.org.uk to be a part of this carpet crusade.
VISIT US AT THE LEXICON
On Sat 2 Nov we will be out in the Lexicon Shopping Centre in front of Waterstones. We will be publicising our festive pantomime, Robin Hood and The Magic Arrow, and promoting the good work we do here at your Local Arts Centre. If you happen to be out shopping, stop by to say a quick hello, we’d love to see you.
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTS CENTRE
Don’t forget you can always support us (at no extra cost to you) as you shop online via the easyfundraising scheme. Simply sign up and shop away. The Bracknell Forest Lottery Scheme continues supporting our work while allowing players to win up to £25,000. Tickets are just £1 per week, and we receive fifty per cent of the profit from all tickets sold on our page. Ten per cent goes to other local good causes too. You can also ‘refer a friend’ via this link for a chance to win an extra £200.
GHOST STORIES OF SOUTH HILL PARK
Step back in time and uncover the eerie tales that have been woven into the very fabric of this historic building. From hair-raising encounters reported by our staff to spine-chilling experiences shared by curious visitors and paranormal experts alike, South Hill Park has no shortage of ghost stories. If you’re feeling daring enough to delve into the unknown, take a peek at some of the spooky accounts here.
HALLOWEEN WORKSHOPS
This October half-term, we have a range of spook-tacular workshops will keep your (cute) little horrors entertained. The dance workshops will have them grooving to spooky tunes, while the creative writing workshop will inspire them to write their own spine-tingling tales. The Special FX Movie Makeup workshop will allow your children to explore the world of movie makeup and create their own ghoulish looks. Don’t miss out on this devilishly good opportunity to give your kids a fa-boo-lous Halloween.
WINTER WORKSHOPS
Get ready to sleigh the festive season with our winter workshops. We’ve got everything from Collagraph Christmas Card Making to Creative Gift Wrapping, Embroidery to Printmaking – all designed to get you feeling jolly. If you want to be the talk of the town, our wreath making workshops are a must. Plus, we haven’t forgotten about the little elves – we’ve got a Christmas Card Printing workshop for kids aged 8-12. Come on down and get into the festive mood with some quality me-time. Click here to book.
SANTA’S GREAT CHRISTMAS ESCAPE
Sat 7 – Tue 24 Dec
With a magical mixture of puzzles, games and festive fun, this fantastic interactive adventure is guaranteed to show your little ones why Christmas really is the most wonderful time of the year. At the end of their time with Santa, each child gets a special moment to sit with him for photos, a quick chat and a small gift. Don’t forget to bring your cameras to capture the smiles and make lasting memories. Book here.
0 Comments