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July 2019
John Frederick Lewis: Facing Fame
An exhibition dedicated to exploring the life and art of the Victorian Orientalist artist John Frederick Lewis (1804-1876).
Find out more »A Glimpse of the East: Fiona Grady
See Fiona Grady's installation, A Glimpse of the East, which responds to the patterns, light and colours in the works exhibited in John Frederick Lewis: Facing Fame.
Find out more »September 2019
Burning Bright: The Scottish Colourists
This new exhibition will bring together the significant works of Scottish Colourists S.J. Peploe (1871 - 1935), J.D. Fergusson (1874 - 1961), G.L. Hunter (1877 - 1931) and F.C.B. Cadell (1871 - 1935). The works will include paintings and drawings which represent all of the favoured subjects of the artists such as still-life, interior scenes, landscapes and portraiture.
Find out more »Burning Bright: The Scottish Colourists
This new exhibition will bring together the significant works of Scottish Colourists S.J. Peploe (1871 - 1935), J.D. Fergusson (1874 - 1961), G.L. Hunter (1877 - 1931) and F.C.B. Cadell (1883 - 1935). The works will include paintings and drawings which represent all of the favoured subjects of the artists such as still-life, interior scenes, landscapes and portraiture. The Scottish Colourists were among the first British artists to get to grips with the radical new trends in painting which emerged at the beginning of the twentieth century. They loved to travel and this will be reflected in their depiction of bright and beautiful European destinations.
Find out more »GSC SATURDAYS DRAMA CLUB
Every Saturday we ignite the imagination of young actors in small friendly groups. Working with professional actors and stage combat instructors, they play fun games, rehearse plays, strengthen their confidence and learn more about the exciting world of theatre.
Find out more »6 Week Pottery Course – Starts Sept 2019
Express your creativity in Clay! Our pottery classes are suitable for all levels and offer a progressive learning environment to discover, develop and improve your skills.
Find out more »George Abbot’s Gift to Guildford
On the 400th anniversary of the founding of Abbot’s Hospital on the High Street, this exhibition looks at George Abbot the man and the wonderful Alms House he gave to Guildford which is still a home for town residents today. On show at Guildford House Gallery 28 September - 26 October
Find out more »October 2019
GSC YOUNG COMPANY
Following in the footsteps of our professionals, the GSC Young Company is a weekly course for 12-18 yr olds. Members devise and rehearse a brand new play inspired by our professional season, to be performed as part of Will's Birthday Bash in April.
Find out more »All’s Well That Ends Well
Join us in a brand-new venue, St Nicolas' Church, for a truly special staging of this rarely seen Shakespeare gem.
Find out more »DAN SNOW: On This Day in History
Popular historian and broadcaster DAN SNOW takes you on a whistle-stop tour through the most interesting and surprising moments of the last 3000 years
Find out more »Gutted: An Irish Black Comedy
At the Electric Theate on Monday 21st October @ 8pm. GUTTED a black comedy explores the lives of three strong women who work in a fish factory in 1980’s Dublin. Told through comic monologue, raw powerful language, movement and dance, the women give us a snapshot of the characters and challenges in their lives at the time. In light of Ireland’s recent referendum on abortion, these issues remain as relevant today as they did over 30 years ago. “An exhilarating…
Find out more »THE GABRIELLE DUCOMBLE QUINTET
Acclaimed jazz singer Gabrielle Ducomble brings her inimitable blend of French chanson, tango and bossa to the Jazz Café for an evening of unforgettable music-making. This new show features original songs from her latest album, Across the Bridge, interspersed with her own unique takes on classic chansons by Piaf, Legrand, Brel and Piazzolla.
Find out more »Judith Owen: Ego Non Karaoke “I don’t do karaoke”
At the Electric Theatre on Wednesday 23rd October @ 7.30pm Ego Non Karaoke “I don’t do karaoke” Judith Owen singer-songwriter and pianist is currently riding the wave of a tremendous couple of years – recently capped off with ‘redisCOVERed” with two consecutive albums making “The Top 100 Album” The Times Culture (UK) – 2018 and 2016 “Somebody’s Child” and 5 Star live reviews from a recent sold out Ronnie Scott’s London show. ★★★★★ The Times (UK) “The singer-pianist shuffled the…
Find out more »SIX
Nominated for 5 Olivier Awards including Best New Musical, the sell-out London smash hit ‘SIX’ is the phenomenon everyone is losing their head over!
Find out more »Sleuth
The ultimate game of cat-and-mouse is played out in an English country house.
Find out more »In Print: Capturing Light
The next instalment in our distinguished In Print annual exhibition series features over 50 beautiful and atmospheric prints depicting reflections, shadows and changing light on landscapes and interiors. Featured techniques include etching, wood engraving, linocut and screen printing.
Find out more »Ashley Fripp piano at Cranleigh Arts Centre
Ashley Fripp is a pianist of formidable intelligence. With a fearless, loose-limbed technique and a prodigious memory… a talent which needs to be taken very seriously indeed” Birmingham Post
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HarrowMan ‘Rite of Way’ – Album Launch
Surrey based musician HarrowMan marks the release of debut album 'Rite of Way' with a celebratory live concert performing songs from across the album with a few extra numbers thrown in for good measure!
Find out more »The Outside and The Inside
Bringing together fascinating and diverse works from The Ingram Collection and award-winning charity Outside In, The Outside and The Inside provides a unique opportunity to discover new artists and unseen work, offering fresh perspectives and a chance to question the nature of art itself.
Find out more »Surrey Contemporaries Autumn Art Exhibition
The Surrey Contemporaries are returning to Haslemere Museum for their Autumn Art Exhibition/Sale from Saturday 26th October to Saturday 9th November (closed on Mondays). There will be original and affordable artworks, prints and cards all by local artists and available to take away immediately. They will be holding a "Meet the Artists" on Saturday 26th October between 11.00 am and 2.00 pm - do pop along to see the art, enjoy a "drink and a bite" and chat to the artists about their work.
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The Clare Teal Duo
At the Electric Theatre on Saturday 26th October @ 7.30pm. Clare Teal Duo - New Tour for 2019 As much as she loves fronting her Trio or Big Mini Band or singing with orchestras around the world, award winning singer and BBC Radio 2 presenter Clare Teal still revels in performing in more intimate venues accompanied by just piano. From swing to sublime ballads, Clare’s Duo Concerts are renowned for their fabulous musicality coupled with Clare’s warm and witty storytelling…
Find out more »Music of Bach Vespers
Bach wrote his greatest music for the Church and this concert brings you three cantatas and other music used in Lutheran services in Bach's day. 26 Oct St Andrews Farnham GU9 7PW www.tilbach.org.uk
Find out more »Chamber Music Concert
Delightful piano quartets by Faure and Brahms on Sunday October 27th at St Andrew's Church, Cobham. Fauré & Brahms played by the talented Maiastra musicians under the leadership of award-winning violinist Akiko Ono.
Find out more »A Woman of No Importance
An earnest young American woman, a louche English lord and an innocent young chap join a house party of fin de siècle fools and grotesques. Nearby a woman lives, cradling a long-buried secret. In A Woman of No Importance, Oscar Wilde’s marriage of glittering wit and Ibsenite drama created a vivid new theatrical voice.
Find out more »DAN SNOW – On This Day in History
The presenter of the hugely successful History Hit podcast and a regular on The One Show, takes you on a whistle-stop tour through the most interesting and surprising moments of the last 3000 years.
Find out more »Hannah Bruce: Shine and Rise
Local award-winning artist Hannah Bruce explores the concept of 'shine' in still life and local scenes, using a range of exciting medias, including oil paintings, ink works and resin mixed media.
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The Annual Architecture Lecture
Agile Planning for the 21st Century - The Guildford Society are delighted to invite you to this free annual lecture. Guildford, like so many of our towns, is facing a variety of environmental, transport, housing and heritage issues. Understanding what the public values in their local environment and what needs to be improved is essential.
Find out more »Annual Architecture Lecture
The Guildford Society has released tickets for its free Annual Architecture Lecture hosted and supported by The University of Surrey and sponsored by Martin Grant Homes.
This year’s Lecture will take place on Wednesday 30th October 2019 at 19.00 in the Rik Medlik Building on the University’s Stag Hill campus. The Society is pleased to welcome two speakers, architect James Burland and Amy Hazlehurst from VU.CITY.
Find out more »November 2019
Mari Wilson & The New Wilsations
At the Electric Theatre on Friday 1st November @ 7.30pm Following Mari’s Sold Out extravaganza last summer in London, she now brings her new energy packed show to the Guildford’s Electric Theatre. Featuring her fantastic 8 piece band, The New Wilsations, including a terrific horn section, expect Mari’s 80’s hits and a selection of songs from the latest album Pop Deluxe, and of course, a few surprises. Dress Up, Dandify and Drape yourself in glamour for a very special night…
Find out more »Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Milos Karadaglic's recording of Rodrigo's Guitar Concerto is regarded as one of the finest ever recorded. Experience it as part of an outstanding evening of classical music at G Live, Guildford.
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The Occam Singers Concert
Poulenc's Gloria reflects his easy-going humour, mischief and solemnity. The work premiered in 1945 in Boston Massachusetts. Originally composed for large orchestra, in the concert we will hear a small orchestra accompanying the Occam Singers.
Find out more »An Audience with John Humphrys
Mention John Humphrys, and most people will reply: the Today programme and tough interviewing.
Find out more »Frankenstein
An eighteen year-old girl, Mary Shelley, dreams up a monster whose tragic story will capture the imaginations of generations to come.
Find out more »The Makers’ Art Christmas 2019 – Society of Designer Craftsmen North Surrey Group
The Society of Designer Craftsmen North Surrey Group presents a rich, vibrant and varied exhibition including Ceramics, Textiles, Glass and Jewellery.
Find out more »Celebrating 130 Years of the Shah Jahan Mosque in Woking
The Shah Jahan Mosque was built in 1889, and is the first purpose-built mosque and the first Grade I listed mosque in Britain. The exhibition explores the history of the building and the fascinating intertwined narratives of both the people of Woking and of those that visited and worked at the mosque.
Find out more »Celebrating 130 Years of the Shah Jahan Mosque in Woking
Celebrating 130 Years of the Shah Jahan Mosque in Woking
Find out more »Barb Jungr: Bob, Brel and Me
At the Electric Theatte on Thursday 7th November 2019@ 7.30pm Barb Jungr’s reputation as “one of the world's great cabaret singers” (Time Out New York) may have gone to her head, as she will now only sing songs by writers whose names start with the letter B. But this means she can return to two colossi of popular song, whose writing has helped define her whole career. A good plan, because she is "one of the best interpreters of Jacques…
Find out more »Grayshott Folk Club presents: ASHLEY HUTCHINGS & BECKY MILLS with “The Beginnings of Fairport Convention”
The Guv'nor gives us the inside track on the invention of Folk-Rock, music in the 60s and encounters with The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix.
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Mass in Blue (Will Todd) and Misatango (Palmeri)
Join Vivace Chorus and rock with the jazzy ‘Mass in Blue’, swing to the Latin-American ‘Misatango’, and enjoy live Tango dancing from talented duo Richard Manuel and Paula Duarte.
Find out more »CANCELLED: The Voice Behind the Stars
Sat 9 Nov 2019 CANCELLED: The Voice Behind the Stars Unfortunately due to the ill health of a performer, this production has been cancelled. Our Box Office will be contacting all customers who had previously booked to issue refunds. Mill Studio 20:00 - Sat 9 Nov 2019 Prices All Tickets £17.50
Find out more »Prism
The astonishing true story of the man who made Hollywood's greatest divas beautiful.
Find out more »Head Girl Head Boy: Portraits by Peter Monkman
Since winning the BP Portrait award in 2009, artist and teacher Peter Monkman has painted Charterhouse School’s Head Girl and Boy every year. In his series of portraits, behind the uniforms and pose, lie complex readings of youth, hierarchy and gender.
Find out more »Head Girl Head Boy: Portraits by Peter Monkman
Head Girl Head Boy: Portraits by Peter Monkman
Find out more »Verdi’s Nabucco
Verdi's opera, Nabucco, was his first major success and the 'Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves' has become one of the most memorable opera choruses. Guildford Opera's production is fully staged, sung in English and accompanied by a chamber orchestra.
Find out more »A Portrait of Jewels
Have you ever wondered about the backstory to many of the most famous pieces of jewellery in history? Hear what happened to the pearls that belonged to Catherine De Medici or the diamond that once adorned King Charles I, later worn by Marie Antoinette, before ending up with a British MP! Jewel hunting has never been more fascinating.
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