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SUMMARY:FAMILY FILM: DOG MAN (U)
DESCRIPTION:★★★★ “The beloved comic book character makes a gloriously funny big screen debut. D​av Pilkey’s half-dog\, half-cop Captain Underpants spin-off is now a ​s​uperb animation with cross-generational appeal.” The Guardian\nDog Man\, half dog and half man\, he is sworn to protect and serve as he doggedly pursues the feline supervillain Petey the Cat. \n★★★★”Surprisingly good kid movie for the whole fam! My boys (ages 6 and 8) loved this movie and I really enjoyed it too! The visuals move fast with a comic book feel and there are lots of little laughs throughout.” Common Sense Media  \n“Dog Man is half human\, half dog\, and all hero cop. He must protect his town from Petey (Pete Davidson)\, the “evilest cat in the world” – but unfortunately for Dog Man\, the felonious feline is full of bright ideas to cause havoc…” Empire
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/family-film-dog-man-u/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250520T153000
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Film: Oh My Goodness (Juste Ciel!)
DESCRIPTION:Oh My Goodness! (Juste Ciel!)\nLaurent Tirard’s hilarious comedy sees the eccentric sisters of the Convent of St. Benedict set out to save the local nursing home by entering a major bicycle race to win the cash prize…\nWhen the local nursing home finds itself in dire straits and in danger of falling to pieces\, it’s down to Mother Veronique (Valérie Bonneton) and the four eccentric sisters of the convent of St. Benedict to find a way to help. \nSpotting a poster for a bike race with a €25\,000 cash prize (and the incentive of a trip to the Vatican for the winner!)\, the sisters might just have their answer. The only drawbacks are that they are terrible cyclists\, and their rival convent\, led by Mother Veronique’s childhood nemesis Mother Josephine (Sidse Babett Knudsen)\, have their own plans for the prize money – and just a little more experience… \nBut God works in mysterious ways! \nFun and frothy\, Laurent Tirard’s hilariously absurd comedy will have you rolling in the aisles\, and the stunning landscapes of France’s Jura region provide a beautiful backdrop too! \n“Silly French comedy!” \nin French with Subtitles \nSupported by the Friends of Bishop’s Castle Community\, Care Home and Hospital.\nTea and biscuits £1\,\nNo stairs\, tables  & chairs\,\nHearing loop\,\nFree Dial–a-ride bus service from Bishops Castle and Lydbury North please phone 01588 638350\nAll Tickets £4 Accompanying Carers FREE
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/afternoon-film-oh-my-goodness-juste-ciel/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20241205T102536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T102536Z
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SUMMARY:NTLIVE: DR STRANGELOVE
DESCRIPTION:Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. \nThis explosively funny satire\, about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack\, is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley.
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/ntlive-dr-strangelove/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250315T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250315T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20241105T144145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T144145Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE COMEDY: GEORGE EGG- SET MENU: The Best of  George Egg
DESCRIPTION:Comedy. With. Cooking. \nGeorge offers a unique performance experience combining a mixture of comedy\, theatre\, live cookery demonstration\, and an educational and inspiring lecture (in the most fun and interesting sense!). \n“I cook three genuinely tasty plates of food which the audience has the opportunity to try at the end if they like\, but I do it all without kitchen appliances instead using power tools\, irons\, a laptop and other non-culinary equipment. \n“It’s a multi-sensory experience involving the expected sight and sound but also smell and taste. It’s absurd\, interesting and above all funny.” \n“A culinary Bill Bailey with chopping boards \nSET MENU The Best of George Egg Showreel 2024
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/live-comedy-george-egg-set-menu-the-best-of-george-egg/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250309T154500
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20250107T100237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T123121Z
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SUMMARY:FILM: Paddington in Peru (PG)
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE \n \nPaddington returns to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy\, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown family in tow\, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey. \n\n★★★★”Non-stop fun with surprises aplenty. This time\, it’s not the bear out of place\, but the family\, as Paddington travels back to his ancestral home. The Radio Times
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/film-paddington-in-peru-pg/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250220T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250220T215000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20241002T085713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T085717Z
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SUMMARY:NTLIVE: The Importance of Being Earnest
DESCRIPTION:National Theatre Live 2025 \nThe Importance of being Earnest\nby Oscar Wilde\ndirected by Max Webster \nScreening \n \nThree-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. \nWhile assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country\, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile\, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies\, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate. \nMax Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity\, impersonation and romance\, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/ntlive-the-importance-of-being-earnest/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250214T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20241217T105445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T140329Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE : The Castle Players Panto: The Wicked Witches of Oz
DESCRIPTION:Friday 14th Feb 7pm\n\nSaturday 15th Feb  2pm\n\nSaturday 15th Feb 7pm\n\nCastle Players’ award winning* pantomime “The Wicked Witches of Oz” will be hitting the SPARC theatre on 14th and 15th February 2025 in what can only be described as a “once in a lifetime performance”. \nWatch in awe as the Wicked witches of Wales\, ‘Oop North\, Craven Arms and Stoke wreak havoc amongst the good folks of Oz\, revel in the excitement of Drip’s multi-sausage and puzzle why anyone would eat ten thousand Brussel sprouts.
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/live-the-castle-players-panto-the-wicked-witches-of-oz/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241217T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241217T154000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Film: Last Christmas (12A)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nYuletide Romance \n6.5IMDB \nNothing goes right for Kate. Working as an elf in a Christmas shop is not good for the wannabe singer. Then she meets Tom and life takes a new turn-  Staring Emelia Clarke\, Henry Golding With Emma Thompson  and Michelle Yeoh \nAndrew Ridgely from Wham even makes an appearance ! \nTickets £4 Carers FREE \nAccessible Cabaret seating/no steps/ Subtitles/ hearing loop/ tea and biscuits £1 \nlocal Free  Dial-a-ride Bus available: 01588 638350
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/afternoon-film-last-christmas/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241107T211000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20240826T141314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T115032Z
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SUMMARY:Film: Fly Me to the Moon (12A)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nStarring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum\, a sharp\, stylish comedy-drama set against the high-stakes backdrop of NASA’s historic Apollo 11 moon landing. \nMarketing maven Kelly Jones wreaks havoc on launch director Cole Davis’s already difficult task. When the White House deems the mission too important to fail\, the countdown truly begins. \n6.6 IMDB \n“Channing Tatum and Scarlett Johansson lift rocket-powered romcom A Nasa launch director and a marketing whizz spark and squabble in this 1960s-set nostalgia-fest” Financial Times \n★★★★Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum ignite  delight in refreshingly witty and touching romcom Fly Me To The Moon about the rumoured fake Moon landing. The Daily Express
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/film-fly-me-to-the-moon-12a/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241101T204500
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20241007T110709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T111104Z
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SUMMARY:FILM: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (12A)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n7.0 IMDB\nThree generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River after an unexpected family tragedy. Still haunted by Beetlejuice\, Lydia’s life soon gets turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter discovers a mysterious portal to the afterlife. When someone says Beetlejuice’s name three times\, the mischievous demon gleefully returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem. \n★★★★  “It’s not every day that a sequel manages to surpass the original. But Tim Burton’s sequel to his 1988 cult classic Beetlejuice Beetlejuice may just manage to do so. Bringing back most of the original’s cast (bar Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis whose ‘presence’ (get it?) is briefly missed but not to the detriment of the film) it’s clear to see that everyone is having fun in this silly follow up.”  KickBackTimes \n“Tim Burton has fun with pleasingly idiosyncratic sequel “.The Guardian
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/film-beetlejuice-beetlejuice-12a/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20240718T094126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T114402Z
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SUMMARY:NTLIVE: Present Laughter (PG)
DESCRIPTION:Present Laughter\nby Noël Coward \n★★★★★‘Andrew Scott’s revelatory performance shows why Noël Coward is hailed a genius’ Telegraph\n★★★★★  ‘Andrew Scott is wondrous in this revelatory refresh of Noël Coward’s classic comedy’\nTime Out \nThe multi award-winning production of Noël Coward’s provocative comedy featuring Andrew Scott (Vanya\, Fleabag) returns to the big screen. \nAs he prepares to embark on an overseas tour\, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention\, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love\, sex\, panic and soul-searching. \n★★★★★ ‘The show belongs to Scott’ The Times\n★★★★★ ‘illuminating and luminously funny’ WhatsOnStage\n★★★★★ ‘A treat of a production’ Financial Times \nFilmed live from The Old Vic in London during a sold out run in 2019\, Matthew Warchus (Matilda The Musical) directs this giddy and surprisingly modern reflection on fame\, desire and loneliness. \nWe screen this in 2019 but it was so good we thought there might be people who didn’t catch it last time or want to see it again!
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/ntlive-present-laughter-pg/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240816T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240816T191000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20240702T133530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T152242Z
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SUMMARY:FILM: ROBOT DREAMS (PG)
DESCRIPTION:7.6 IMDB \nAward winning Oscar nominated animation \n★★★★★”Kids will respond to the cute characters and gentle wit. Adolescents and adults will recognise the angst and awkwardness of trying to function alone.  Bittersweet buddy movie is one of the best animations in recent years.” The Guardian \n  \n★★★★★ “Robot Dreams is a film based on the enchanting 2007 graphic novel by Sara Varon\, given new life for the big screen in glorious 2D animation by Pablo Berger. Like its source\, it’s told wordlessly but is full of incident\, imagination and\, above all\, emotion.” Empire\n★★★★★ ” wonderous and wordless!” The telegraph\nDOG lives in Manhattan and he’s tired of being alone. One day he decides to build himself a robot\, a companion. Their friendship blossoms\, until they become inseparable\, to the rhythm of 80’s NYC. One summer night\, DOG\, with great sadness\, is forced to abandon ROBOT at the beach. Will they ever meet again?
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/film-robot-dreams-pg/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240716T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240716T154500
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20240329T151947Z
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Film: Next Goal Wins (12A)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe story of the infamously terrible American Samoa soccer team\, known for a brutal 2001 FIFA match they lost 31-0. \nDirected by Academy Award Winner Taika Waititi \n6.5IMDB \n“The whole film is a little rough-and-ready in the way it’s put together\, but it’s amiable and well-intentioned and the laughs are real. “The Guardian \nSupported by the Friends of Bishop’s Castle Community\, Care Home and Hospital.\nTea and biscuits £1\,No stairs\, tables  & chairs\, Hearing loop\,\nFree Dial–a-ride bus service from Bishops Castle and Lydbury North please phone 01588 638350\nAll Tickets £4 Accompanying Carers FREE
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/afternoon-film-next-goal-wins-12a/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240705T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20240513T120042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T123938Z
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SUMMARY:Family Film: Migration (U)
DESCRIPTION:Join this quackers family for the adventure of a life time – leave their comfort zone and do more than they ever thought possible. \nA family of ducks decides to leave the safety of a New England pond for an adventurous trip to Jamaica. However\, their well-laid plans quickly go awry when they get lost and wind up in New York City. \n\n\n The experience soon inspires them to expand their horizons\, open themselves up to new friends\, and accomplish more than they ever thought and face their fears \n\n\n“zany ducks-in-the-city adventure “ The Guardian \n6.7 IMDB \nWith the voices of Elizabeth Banks\, Danny DeVito\, Keegan-Michael Key\, Kumail Nanjiani\, Awkwafina
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/family-film-migration-pg/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240627T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240627T204000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20240425T114452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T143940Z
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SUMMARY:FILM: Wicked Little Letters (15)
DESCRIPTION:★★★★ “a deliciously sweary poison-pen mystery. The true tale of a foul-mouthed scribbler in 1920s Sussex is given nuance by a stellar cast including Olivia Colman\, Jessie Buckley\, Anjana Vasan and Timothy Spall” The Guardian\n\n\n\nWhen Edith and fellow residents begin to receive wicked letters full of hilarious profanities\, foul-mouthed Rose is charged with the crime. However\, as the town’s women investigate the crime themselves\, they suspect that something is amiss\, and that Rose may not be the culprit after all. \n7.0 IMDB \n★★★★ “Olivia Colman hurling expletives is enough to sustain this witty true-life comedy\, Colman plays a judgy 1920s Little Englander inundated with vulgar correspondences in the post – with Jessie Buckley’s colourful Irish immigrant the prime suspect.” The Independent
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/film-wicked-little-letters-15/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240606T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240606T205000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20240415T105346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T110316Z
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SUMMARY:FILM SPECIAL: MEAN GIRLS (12A)
DESCRIPTION:HAVE A NIGHT OFF!\nFREE GALSS OF FIZZ INCLUDED IN TICKET PRICE\n(Alcoholic and Non)\nNew girl Cady is a hit with the Plastics\, an A-list girl clique. But everything changes when she makes the mistake of falling for the wrong boy! \n★★★★”Sharp and fun remake for Gen Z .Tina Fey’s musical remake of the Lindsay Lohan classic perfectly translates to the TikTok age and still manages to remain a complete scream.” The Telegraph\n\n\n\n\n“High-school sadism comedy as sugar-rush movie musical In some ways the musical format suits Mean Girls better than the original movie version\, with Angourie Rice in the role once occupied by Lindsay Lohan” The Guardian\n\n\n\n “I definitely recommend this to Mean Girls fans\, especially if you loved the musical and also if you are looking for a fun and non-serious movie.” Courtney Shek
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/film-special-mean-girls-12a/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240321T204000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20231120T152553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T152553Z
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SUMMARY:Live Theatre: Learning to Fly
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nA new show from James Rowland featuring his captivating mix of theatre\, comedy and music.\nLEARNING TO FLY sees James tell the story of a remarkable friendship he made when he was a lonely\, unhappy teenager with the scary old lady who lived in the spooky house on his street.\nIt’s about connection\, no matter what the obstacles; about love’s eternal struggle with time; about music and its ability to heal.\nIt’s also about her last wish: to get high once before she dies.\nUplifting\, big hearted and hilarious \n‘He delivers his story with grace and self-deprecating humour’ **** – The Times\n‘A riveting\, remarkable hour of theatre…’ ***** – The Guardian \nwww.attictheatrecompany.com \nAge range: 14+
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/live-theatre-learning-to-fly/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240229T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240229T143000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20231212T164105Z
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SUMMARY:Live Theatre : The Three Billy Pigs
DESCRIPTION:  \n 11am show \n    1.30pm Show \nA wonderful opportunity for young children to experience thew magic of theatre \nOnce upon a time there were three little pigs . . . \n. . . and now it is time for them to leave home. They set off to build their dream houses in the green field on the other side of the river. But then these homes are put to the test by a misunderstood wolf who has a little bit of a problem. \nAnd who is the grumpy person who lives under the bridge? \n The Three Billy Pigs from Noisy Oyster is for children of 3 years and over. The show blends two classic fairy tales The Three Little Pigs and The Three Billy Goats Gruff with beautifully crafted puppets\, light hearted story telling\, live music and a little bit of eco-awareness in a pig stylie. \n45mins with a chance to meet the puppets afterward! \n‘The Three Pigs meets Grand Designs; I love it!’ Terry Pinto – PAAD – chartered architect \nThis is offered to all the local primary schools  but it is open to the public as well. \nAudience Feedback  \n‘Awesome show!’! \n‘Fabulous piece of storytelling’ \n‘A lovely show which captivated the entire audience\, young and old – with an eco message to boot!’ \n‘Wonderful\, very inspiring and quite magical’ \n‘Well worth the money. Would definitely recommend it and would love to see it again’ \n‘Very interactive\, entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable. Well worth the money’ \n‘Very good puppetry and loved the music. Loved the adult humour in with the children’s jokes’ \n‘Fantastic set and great instrumentation’ \n‘Fabulous piece of storytelling’ \n‘Brilliant\, it was a marvellous!’ – Evie Aged 4 \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/live-theatre-the-three-billy-pigs/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240209T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20231208T115418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231208T163804Z
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SUMMARY:The Castle Players Present: Cinderella & The Pantomime Thief
DESCRIPTION:  Friday 9th February 7pm \n Saturday 10th February 2.30pm \nSaturday 10th February 7pm \nThe Castle Players Present: Cinderella & The Pantomime Thief \nIn a Strange turn of events Abanazar has lost his magic ring and know one seems to know where it is… or do they? \nThe Prince is still looking for Cinderella but her sisters won’t have it!  Buttons is trying to keep law and order but Wiggle and The Witch aren’t helping at all! And has anyone seen Robin Hood? Come and  see how the story unfolds … \n…with bags of fun and laughs plus a ! \nAdults £7.50 Child/ Student £5 Family £20 \n 
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/the-castle-players-present-cinderella-the-pantomime-thief/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231019T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231019T211500
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20230404T093008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T134711Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE & LOCAL:  Shades of the Past
DESCRIPTION:By very popular demand   we are delighted we have persuaded our friends from the past are coming back to Bishop’s Castle for one more evening  thanks to David and Janet Preshous and The SOUTH-WEST SHROPSHIRE HISTORICAL  & ARCHAEOLOGICAL SOCIETY. \nTo make this evening even more special there will be a performance of The Charter Song by John Kirkpatrick commissioned for the Charter Celebrations and performed by singers from local choirs and singing groups. \n‘Shades from the Past – an Invitation to meet men and women who have shaped our town’s history’ \nFascinating characters from the past brought to life by local people. \nIncluding \nEgwin Shakehead\, who bequeathed the land.   d. 794 \nWild Edric (Edric Sylvaticus)\, Marcher warlord / Lady Godda. \nBishop  Cantilupe 1275 restoring the ruined castle. \nJohn Fitzalan (Clun)\, who captured the castle 1263 \nEdmund Plowden\, who may have engineered the Charter 1573 \nRobert Clive\, who sought to control the town. Walcot 1763 \nMary Morgan\, m. Louis Hetet\, d. 1875. NZ connection. \nAlbert Howard\, pioneer of organic farming 1873 – 1947. \nGeorgina Jackson / Charlotte Burne\, Words & Folklore. \nLily Chitty\, archaeologist OBE\, FSA\, 1893 – 1979. \nMary Webb\, who knew BC as Mallard’s Keep (Seven for a Secret). \nDora Skillett\, hostile poetess ! \nCELEBRATING 450th ANNIVERSARY OF THE GRANTING OF BISHOP’S CASTLE’S CHARTER QUEEN ELIZABETH I \nAll profits from the evening to local causes. \nCharter song 7.30pm \n£10 under 18’s free
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/live-local-bishops-castle-charter-celebration-evening/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230926T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20211020T090744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T155238Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night for Young Performers
DESCRIPTION:Open Mic Night for Young Performers  \nHost: Dunk Burns ( Fight the Bear / BLIX ) \nTurn up & play or support a mate \nFREE ENTRY -DRY BAR— EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE TO BORROW \nTHE UNDERGROUND   Bishop’s Castle (Side Gate  The Public Hall) \nFor more info– liz@sparctheatre.co.uk \n \n  \nFunded by Bishop’s Castle Town Council \,Shropshire Council \, AMP \nSupported by Bishop’s Castle Community College\,  Enterprise House \n  \n  \n \n \n 
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/open-mic-night-for-young-performers/
LOCATION:The Underground\, Public Hall\, Station Street\, Bishop's Castle\, SY9 5AQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music,Theatre,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220505T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220505T204500
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20220324T094659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T111003Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE: New Art Club - Cupid's Revenge
DESCRIPTION:In today’s disposable world where love is used to sell us everything from plug-in cars to yoghurt…where did real love go?\nThe latest dance theatre comedy show by groundbreaking performance company\, \n\n★★★★Cupid’s Revenge revels in the hilariously oppressive details of everyday life before distilling them into a breathtakingly moving gut punch. Daily Express \n\nA fine double act\, with as much endearingly mischievous dexterity as their handling of verbal humour. The Times ★★★★ \n\nNew Art Club\, is a joyful\, physical and verbal out burst against the forces that masquerade as love. Mythical love that drives the creation of the universe and everything in it. \nRomantic love. Love between friends. Love between you and the people you love. \nIt is funny\,sad and reflective.It is not a story but it holds lots of stories inside it. In that way it is like you. It has a flickering heart that has crashed to earth. \nWith New Art Club’s dexterous physicality this impossibly big topic is broken open and brought vividly to life.Cupid’s Revenge is an attempt to bring audiences together in a defiant act of unity and love. \n“Cupid’s Revenge is a celebration\, an affirmation: of love\, of live\, of people\, of who we are and what makes us”. Seeing Dance \n“Physical comedy with brains\, I laughed ‘til my face hurt.” – The Observer on Feel About Your Body \nDuration 1hr \nRated 12+ Mild swearing \n \n  \nCommissioned by Pavilion Dance South West and supported by Cambridge Junction\, CIRID\, De Montford University and using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England \nMade for audiences 12+ ( mild swearing)
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/live-cupids-revenge/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Ballet,Comedy,Music,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211203T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211203T220000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20211020T085215Z
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SUMMARY:SpArC Christmas Prize Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Lets get festive with Christmas Prize Bingo in aid of our beloved Sparc Centre. \nGreat night out for anyone! Fab prizes \, refreshments all in SpArC Theatre. \nJUST A QUICK MESSAGE: \nAs this is a ’ turn up on the night’ event we can’t guarantee socially distanced seating between groups. \nThe room will be well ventilated & numbers will be capped to avoid over-crowding . \nSanitizer will be provided as usual and you are welcome to wear a mask and tinsel! \nBingo cards £12 for a book of 10 games  (6 cards per game.)  Prizes for one and two lines and full house.  \nPlus Lucky Squares and Raffle \n Doors 7.30- eyes down 8pm \n 
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/sparc-christmas-prize-bingo/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211118T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211118T213000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20210906T095850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210906T100608Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE: Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nA funny and touching tribute to this much loved and sorely missed national treasure. \nWritten and performed by BBC1’s All Together Now star\, Paulus\, (‘King of Cabaret’\, The Stage) this brand-new show sees him in a fresh light as a lifelong fan and devotee of the Queen of Comedy. \n“Impeccable comic flair” Time Out\n“A most enjoyable evening…highly amusing” Sunday Express \nCelebrate her unforgettable characters\, songs and sketches and the power of friendships forged through laughter. From Mrs. Overall to Barry & Freda\, everyone is there. The only thing that’s missing is you. Directed by Sarah-Louise Young (An Evening Without Kate Bush) \n‘If you are a fan of Wood\, or simply feel the need for some uplifting\, live entertainment\, then this is a must see (4 Stars)’ Musical Theatre Review. \n‘Paulus is incredible. His voice and diction are amazing’ That Stagey Blog \nABOUT PAULUS\nPAULUS aka Paul L Martin has been performing in theatre and cabaret for 30 years. Trained in musical theatre\, he has won awards for his acting\, producing and promoting work within the fields. He has performed across the world\, including Berlin\, Paris\, Melbourne\, Rome\, New York\, Dublin\, Nicaragua and extensively around the UK. He is best-known to many as the hard-to-impress judge on BBC’s award-winning TV show\, ALL TOGETHER NOW as well as previously working as a talent judge\, mentor and presenter for C4 and Sky. \n“King of Cabaret” The Stage \n“Someone give that man a bigger stage” ThreeWeeks \n“The kind of chap you could invite round for a cup of tea”\nEdinburgh Evening News
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/live-looking-for-me-friend-the-music-of-victoria-wood/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211104T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022422
CREATED:20210906T101925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210906T125938Z
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SUMMARY:LIVE THEATRE: JABS
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nIf ever a play was guaranteed to connect with every single member of your audience right now … its JABS. \nWe’ve all been on the receiving end. But what is life like at the other end of the syringe? \nWhen work fell off a cliff for the singer and comedienne Sally Tonge in March 2020\, she took the unlikely step of retraining as an NHS vaccinator. She quickly realised that her Covid-19 vaccination pod was the smallest theatre in the world … and that the procession of people stepping into it were pure comedy gold. \nJABS is played largely for affectionate laughs … with a few gentle moments of poignancy\, a smattering of new songs and a touch of audience participation (because we all know what we have to do!) \nIt’s also a love letter to the NHS. \nSally plays herself … whilst actors Christina Cubbin and Paul Wilkinson portray an assortment of 16 characters who appear in her pod for a few minutes each. \nThe play is scripted and directed by Chris Eldon Lee (BBC Radio Four producer and founder member of the veteran comedy group ‘Three Men In A Bowtie’). \nTHE CREATIVE TEAM  \nSally Tonge is a storyteller\, musician and community artist. She has been working in educational\, health and community settings for over 20 years. Past stage plays include Silhouette\, Shakespeare’s Will (which toured to Elsinore Castle in Denmark)\, Ursula\, Queen of the Jungle (in Edinburgh and India) Atlantic Ladies and Shrewsbury’s Finest Hour. She sings\, plays guitar and tells jokes in Three Men In A Bowtie and musical duo Daylevel … and is a regular artist for Music in Hospitals. \nComedy actor Christina Cubbin made her stage debut aged 9 playing Morgan le Fay in her Junior School’s critically acclaimed production of King Arthur. More recent work includes The Railway Children\, Dear Agnes\, A Bloody Field By Shrewsbury\, Tales of Old Bomere\, Atlantic Ladies\, Shrewsbury’s Finest Hour and far too many pantomimes. \nActor musician Paul Wilkinson trained at Bretton Hall\, gaining a degree in Dramatic Arts. He has worked in theatre\, television and film. His last theatre tour was outdoor Shakespeare on the south coast and prior to that he toured Germany for a year\, worked on soaps\, and did a few adverts … the worst being the one for Pringles (you think you like something until you have to eat it endlessly for two days!) \nWriter and director Chris Eldon Lee has performed 500 comedy gigs with Three Men in a Bowtie and produced at least 250 programmes for BBC Radio 4. This is his 14th play. \nMovement coach Maggie Love famously choreographed Grease in The West End. Her film credits include Fame and Heaven’s Gate. In 2012 she produced a pageant for The Queen\, who liked it!
URL:http://www.sparctheatre.co.uk/event/live-theatre-jabs/
LOCATION:SpArC Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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