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Wed23Mar2022Sat26Mar20227:30 PMSt Austell Arts Theatre
St Austell Playerspresent
J B Priestley's : 'Dangerous Corner'
“I think telling the truth is about as healthy as skidding round a corner at sixty”.
“And life’s got a lot of dangerous corners – hasn’t it Charles?”
Robert and Freda Caplan are hosting a dinner party for friends and colleagues at their country house.
The evening is going well, when a chance remark by Olwen sparks the demand for truth – with devastating consequences. . . . . . .
Directed by Sue Trebilcock
Doors & Licensed Bar Open at 7.00pm. Play starts at 7.30pm
Ample Free Car Parking on-site
Please Phone CRBO on 01726 63513 for bookings if you have low mobility etcTickets in advance : Standard : £12.00, Under18s : £6.00
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Fri22Apr2022Sun24Apr2022St Austell Arts Centre, Truro Road, St Austell, PL25 5DR
Annual Cornish Language Weekend hosted by Kowethas an Yeth Kernewek / Pennseythen Gernewek Bledhynnyek ostyes gans Kowethas an Yeth KernewekAbout this event
The 3-day-long weekend is for speakers of all levels learning Cornish, offering language lessons, workshops, talks, social events and entertainment for all to enjoy. Whether you are just starting to learn Cornish or are a fluent speaker, there is something for everyone. You can find out more about the weekend line up here: Cornish Language Weekend
Whether you’d like to come for one day, or for the whole weekend, we have options available to suit you. On the Saturday and Sunday we offer family language sessions suitable for children up to 12 years. Families can pay for 1 ticket . We are also offering tickets for attendees with low income. We hope this offers support and accessibility to join us over the weekend.
If you have any queries about the event, please email kowethasanyeth@gmail.com.
An bennseythen dres 3 dydh yw rag kowsoryon a dhysk Kernewek orth pub nivel, ow profya dyskansow yeth, hweljiow, arethow, hwarvosow socyal ha didhan rag pubonan dh'y enjoya. Mars esowgh ow talleth dyski Kernewek po mars owgh kowser freth, yma neppyth rag pubonan. Hwi a yll kavos derivadow pella a-dro dhe hwarvosow an bennseythun omma: Cornish Language Weekend
Mar mynnowgh dos dres unn jydh, po dres an bennseythen oll, ni a'gan beus dewisyow kavadow a vydh gwiw ragowgh. Dy'Sadorn ha Dy'Sul ni a brof esedhogow yeth teyluyow rag fleghes bys dhe 12 bloodh. Teyluyow a yll prena 1 tokyn. Ni a brof ynwedh toknys rag kevrenogyon ha dhedha gober isel. Hemma a brof skoodhyans ha hedhadewder dhe omjunya genen dres an bennseythen, dell waytyn.
Mars eus govynnow a-dro dhe'n hwarvos genowgh, danvon ebost, mar pleg, dhe kowethasanyeth@gmail.com
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Wed18May2022Sat21May20227:30 PMSt Austell Arts Theatre
St Austell Players present
A Night of One Act Plays:
'Womberang' and 'Top Girls'
Womberang is directed by Sowena Nelson and written by Sue Townsend.
‘It is the afternoon gynaecology clinic and an assortment of patient's sit in a grim hospital room. Rita Onions breezes in.
Her verve and energy, combined with a complete lack of respect for authority, gradually spreads an infectious, joyous anarchy throughout the patients as she demolishes officious hospital staff and generally sorts out the patients personal problems.’Interval
Top Girls is directed by Dorothy Nelson and written by Caryl Churchill.
‘Marlene’s star is rising.
She's snatched a promotion from the hands of a male colleague who was convinced the job was his. To celebrate, she throws a Saturday night dinner party for herself.
In attendance are famous women from history, literature and legend.
The women share their extraordinary experiences of life, work, love and children.’Doors & Licensed Bar open from 7.00pm. The Show starts at 7.30pm.
Programmes and Merchandise will be available to purchase at the event.
Free Car Parking On-Site.
Tickets in advance : Adults, £12.00, Under18s, Students with ID, £6.00
( Tickets are non-refundable )Click Here to Book Your Tickets Online Now
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Bodmin Shire Hall - Bodmin TIC
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Mon23May20227:30 PMSt Austell Arts Theatre
Starring Ben Kernow, Darren Seed & Jack Brownridge-KellyA rootin', tootin' black comedy about 3 Cornish brothers, from St Day, in search of a legendary goldmine in the middle of the scorching-hot Arizona desert.What could possibly go wrong?!The three Gunwallow brothers from St Day are in a bit of bother:
Slim’s scrapyard business has gone pear-shaped, while Dwayne owes money to some very dodgy friends and youngest brother Mark is entangled in a doomed romance.
All three are on the edge of meltdown, and to cap it all, Daddy’s corpse is lying upstairs waiting to be buried – if they could afford the funeral.There’s only one hope left, they must find the legendary gold mine on Superstition Mountain.
The boys' great-grandfather Tobias discovered it in 1897. Now, they just have to go there, claim the family gold and all their problems will be solved. Should be easy – right?
What will become of three proper Cornish boys in the wilds of Arizona?
Will their private Gold Rush lead to fortune or failure?
And will they live to tell the tale…?Part epic adventure, part family saga, at the heart of Carl Grose’s black comedy are the emotional ties and trials of three brothers, rubbing along together through thick and thin – just like you and me.
‘Charismatic storytelling that stirs the imagination’ The GuardianCornish born playwright Carl Grose has written numerous plays including 49 Donkeys Hanged, Horse Piss For Blood, The Kneebone Cadillac and Grand Guignol, as well as writing the book for the West End hit, The Grinning Man.
He was a longstanding member of Kneehigh Theatre, for whom he wrote many of their best-known works, including Tristan and Yseult (with Anna Maria Murphy), The Wild Bride and Dead Dog in a Suitcase (and other love songs). He also co-founded the film and production company o-region with director Simon Harvey and writer / photographer Oliver Berry.
Carl writes, “It’s a thrill to have Superstition Mountain back on in Cornwall again. For ten long years the Gunwallow brothers have been sat in a drawer (or a dusty hard drive), so I’m so pleased they get to take another shot at finding that gold.
Regardless of whether they do or not (and you’ll have to watch the play to find out if they do), it’s the journey that’s important.
To process their dad’s death, to unpack some dark family secrets, to discover the truth, the Gunwallows head to Arizona. If life is, as they say, a mountain to climb, and that the trick is to enjoy the journey, then I can’t wait to enjoy seeing them try all over again.
Good luck boys. We’re rootin’ for ya!”The production is directed by Millie Brolly and is a co-production between the Minack Theatre and Hah Hum Ah.
Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 6.45pm. Show starts at 7.30pm
Contains strong language. Suitable for age 12+ (parental guidance)
Tickets in advance : £12.50
( £14.50 On The Door )( Tickets are non-refundable )
Free Car Parking
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Sat02Jul20222:00 PMSt Austell Arts Theatre
Cornwall Performing Arts :
'Elements'
Cornwall Performing Arts presents their Summer production - "Elements".
Exploring themes of Earth, Air, Fire and Water, our performers have put together an array of original pieces of theatre, dance, movement and music - with a few classic feel good numbers thrown in for good measure!
Let us take you on a journey from ancient palaces to enchanted castles, through every genre from fiery choreography to rip roaring comedy, as we meet an array of characters from abandoned princesses to planet pioneers, curious adventurers to plotting Queens and everyone in between!
The programme includes a performance from StormBox Theatre company's latest work.
Doors Open at 1.30pm. Show starts at 2.00pm
Tickets in advance :
Standard : £10.00
Over65s : £7.00
Students : £7.00
Under16s : £7.00
Under10s : £5.00Free Car Parking On-Site.
Licensed Bar, Soft Drinks, Tea & Coffee and SnacksClick Here to Book Online Now
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Phone CRBO on 01726 63513
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Wed20Jul2022Sat23Jul20227:30 PMSt Austell Arts Centre, 87 Truro Road, St Austell, PL25 5HJ
St Austell Players present Bouncers by John Godber, directed by Kim Rowe, and Shakers by John Godber and Jane Thornton, directed by Rose Lancaster.
Godber’s 80s classic Bouncers and the, later added, sister play Shakers (co-written with Jane Thornton) were originally penned to expose the dark underbelly of 80s night-life in Britain.
This production has been revised for a more modern audience, without forgetting its working class, social context.Four Bouncers. Four cocktail waitresses. One Double-Bill of hard-hitting, hilarious physical comedy !
Through outrageous observations, colourful characters, and lively, emotional snapshots, Bouncers and Shakers explores the shadowy underbelly of Britain after dark, as seen through the eyes of four cocktail waitresses and the men on the club door.
Cue giggly girls, pogo-punks, Mr & Mrs Trendy and "lads on the razz" tittering at the thought of a ‘Long Slow Comfortable Screw’ as Bouncers and Shakers offers a fascinating view of the reality behind the pulsating beats of the dance floor and the not-so-glitzy-glamour lurking beyond the plastic palms and Pina Coladas.
Please note performances contain explicit language and adult themes.
Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 7.00pm. The Plays start at 7.30pm
Programmes and merchandise will be available to purchase at the event.Click Here to Book Your Tickets in advance :
Adults : £12.00
Students with ID : £6.00
Under18s : £6.00Or Phone CRBO on 01726 63513
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Sat24Sep20222.00pm & 7.00pmSt Austell Arts Centre, Truro Road, St Austell, PL25 5HJ
The Family Drama Group have taken their ideas of a Seaside Town to write their own script.The Drama Group brings the tails of "The Seaside Town", from bygone days, alive with acting, music and dance.A performance for all the family to enjoy.Adults: £4.00
Children, 3 - 17 years old: £2.00
Under 3s: Free
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Mon26Sep20227:30 PMSt Austell Arts Centre, Truro Road, St Austell, PL25 5HJ
Join us for a special night with Ed Rowe (Kernow King).Fresh from his success on the BAFTA winning film Bait, Edward Rowe (Kernow King) Edward Rowe, better known as Kernow King, has written directed his own, first, short film, Mab Hudel, presented in the Cornish language.The evening will consist of a screening of his film and a brief Q&A session. Then, you can expect a taste of Kernow King's unique brand of Cornish comedy, supported by fellow comedian Anna Keirle.
Mab Hudel tells the story of Enys, a young man who lives and works on a farm with his widowed mother and his grandmother.Like his dead father, Enys is an exceptional rugby player and leads his team to the final of The Cornwall Cup.However, not only does he have the pressure of filling his dads boots, both on the farm and the field, he wrestles with a relationship he is desperate to keep secret...Ed and Anna were last together at the Arts Centre during Lockdown, when they performed an outdoor gig in the Arts Centre's car park. Now, they get the luxury of performing indoors!!Tickets: £12.00 (+ Booking Fee) -
Wed30Nov2022Sat03Dec20227:30 PMSt Austell Arts Centre, Truro Road, St Austell, PL25 5HJ
The St Austell Players present Arcadia by Tom Stoppard :
A play about Time – and how to survive it.
Widely regarded as the greatest playwright of our age, Stoppard’s witty comedy dances between the centuries in a single room in a wealthy Derbyshire country house, where characters from the Regency period and present day attempt to develop and discover a world of sense and order in the chaos of history and the present world.
In 1809, the brilliant and gifted thirteen year old Thomasina Coverly is exploring mathematics, thermodynamics and the meaning of ‘carnal embrace', guided by her tutor Septimus Hodge. Her mother, Lady Croom, spends most of her time in the beautifully landscaped English garden, occasionally noting with alarm that her daughter is growing up fast.
In 2022, Bernard Nightingale is on the trail of a scandal surrounding Lord Byron. Did Byron shoot a rabbit, a hare, or a poet? Just who is having an affair with whom and what on earth is Noakes doing to Lady Croom’s garden?
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Sat10Dec20221:00 PMSt Austell Arts Theatre
Cornwall Performing Arts : "When You Believe"
Join us for an extravaganza of Magical Music, Song, Dance and Theatre created and performed by the students of Cornwall Performing Arts.Our drama, musical theatre, dance and music teams have been working on the theme of 'Belief' to create a magical variety show filled with imaginative and thought-provoking original creations.
So come along and Believe with us as we take on you a journey this Christmas
There are 2 Shows on Saturday, 10th December : 1.00pm and 3.00pm
Doors Open about 20 minutes before each Show
ClickHere to Book Your Tickets in advance :
Adults : £10.00
Over65s : £7.00
Under17s : £7.00
Under10s : £5.00
(Tickets are non-refundable)Plenty of Car Parking
Reserved Seats
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Sat10Dec20223:00 PMSt Austell Arts TheatreCornwall Performing Arts : "When You Believe"
Join us for an extravaganza of Magical Music, Song, Dance and Theatre created and performed by the students of Cornwall Performing Arts.Our drama, musical theatre, dance and music teams have been working on the theme of 'Belief' to create a magical variety show filled with imaginative and thought-provoking original creations.
So come along and Believe with us as we take on you a journey this Christmas
There are 2 Shows on Saturday, 10th December : 1.00pm and 3.00pm
Doors Open about 20 minutes before each Show
ClickHere to Book Your Tickets in advance :
Adults : £10.00
Over65s : £7.00
Under17s : £7.00
Under10s : £5.00
(Tickets are non-refundable)Plenty of Car Parking
Reserved Seats
Licensed Bar
St Austell Arts Centre
