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Brothers Broke Present:

When Judas Met John

Songs of Dylan and Lennon

Thursday 16th October at 7.30pm

Tickets: Adults £15, Children/Students £12

A unique raw, acoustic and direct take on the music of Dylan and Lennon, performed around a fact based story of influence, envy, parody and respect.

Listed by one professional reviewer as one of “five shows not to be missed at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe,” this Irish duo strip bare some classic and lesser known songs by Dylan and Lennon, and present them raw and unplugged in their own energetic style.
Influenced by the meeting of Bob Dylan and The Beatles, this engaging show compares the like-minded and socially conscious lyrics of Dylan and Lennon and deals with the relevance of their political messaging, written up to sixty years ago, in today’s world. It also addresses key questions regarding their relationship – why was Lennon in awe of Dylan only to deride him years later, and why did Dylan keep it to himself that he “really dug the Beatles”?

The duo modify and present the songs in a Blues/Folk style with tight sibling harmonies, around a story of the influence, jealousy, parody and respect that each artist had for the other.

The show is a proud holder of the coveted “Sell-out Show” Laurel awarded by Edinburgh Fringe.

Professional Reviews

https://www.brothersbroke.com/#reviews

Bookham Light Operatic Society Presents:

The Yeomen Of The Guard

by W.S.Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan

Directed by Eleanor Hegarty

M.D. Selina Edney, Choreographer Gill Eve

Thursday 23rd to Saturday25th October at 7.30pm and Saturday 25th October at 2.30pm

Tickets: Adults £16, Children Under 16 £12

“The Yeomen Of The Guard”is probably one of Gilbert and Sullivan’s most beloved operas. It takes place at the Tower of London during the reign of Henry VIII and involves strolling players, a nobleman condemned to death, subterfuge and disguise. All under the ever-looming presence of the Tower itself. There is also plenty of humour and beautiful music along the way, with something for everyone.

Boeing-Boeing

by Marc Camoletti

Translated by Beverley Cross and Francis Evans

Directed by Jeff Wightwick

Tuesday 23rd to Saturday 27th September at 7.30pm

Tickets: Adults £15, Children/Students £12

Boeing-Boeing tells the story of the exploits of a French bachelor Bernard and his lovely female flight attendants. Three to be exact, from three different countries and they all believe they are engaged to Bernard! In the past Bernard has been able to juggle these women due to his detailed timetable of his fiances’ flight schedules. When the schedules change all of the women end up in his apartment on the same day. Bernard (with help from his bewildered friend Robert) struggles to keep them from learning the truth. Will the lying lothario be able to keep up the charade, or will disaster occur……

This amateur production of “Boeing-Boeing” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

Audition Notice

A Kitchen Sink Comedy Double Bill In The Studio

Audition Dates:Please Contact Elaine Burns to arrange an Audition Date for You Me and Wii

Show Dates: 11-15th November

Purgatory (Berkoff)

by Stephen Berkoff

Directed by Danny Sparkes

John, a middle aged actor. moves into a run-down East End guesthouse where he encounters romantic spinster Sarah. Will he be able to cope with the chaotic surroundings whilst trying to find love? The white van man staying in the next room and the crass landlady aren’t helping!

Roles:

Betty: landlady, typical digs landlady, (ghastly, intolerant but practical)

John: ‘resting’ classical actor, middle-aged, unsuccessful but still hoping

Sarah: romantic spinster who has ended up sadly in a lodging house but is still looking for better

Ted: (offstage) one of the landlady’s favourite tenants (whose main virtue is his blunt stupidity)

If you are interested or want information please email Danny Sparkes

[email protected] 

This amateur production of “Purgatory(Berkoff) is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

You, Me and Wii by Sue Townsend

Directed by Elaine Burns

Vincent’s skiing on the Wii, Sheila is feeding her great-granddaughter and Kerry’s getting on with the ironing. None of them are planning on voting in the election, but when Selina Snow rings their council doorbell to canvas, perhaps she can change their mind….or can they change hers?

Roles:

Sheila: grandmother playing age 60s – feeding the baby.  A sympathetic character

Kerry: mother playing age 35 – doing the ironing but not downtrodden at all.

Vincent: son playing age 20s – spends all day playing with the Wii

Courtney: playing age 14- is looking at MSN Messenger on the computer.

Selina: local Labour MP playing age 40s – smartly dressed as she is campaigning.  Smooth       but tough underneath.

Mark: her aide, 40 or under, smartly dressed. Typical of his type.

If you are interested or want information please email Elaine Burns  [email protected]

An amateur production by arrangement with Nick Hern Books