Chequer Mead Venue Guide July to Dec 2023

CHEQUER MEAD THEATRE VENUE GUIDE July - December 2023 MUSIC EVENT CINEMA COMEDY TALKS DANCE FAMILY MUSICALS & DRAMA FILM www.chequermead.co.uk

Supporting CHEQUER MEAD THEATRE DELICIOUS FOOD, SUPERB COFFEE & TASTY CAKES The Apron Bar and Co ee House has something for everyone to enjoy! Aromatic co ee, quality teas, ne wines, beers and spirits as well as a wide range of food and tasty treats served throughout the day. Enjoy the atmosphere sitting in our indoor bar and co ee house or relax in beautiful surroundings, in our secluded garden. Open Monday - Saturday from 9am so make your reservation online or call today! Tel: 01342 323516 www.theapronbar.co.uk LIVE MUSIC – 1ST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH – JAZZ CLUB! . Chequer Mead Theatre, De La Warr Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex RH19 3BS FREE 2 Box Office: 01342 302000

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CHEQUER MEAD HHHHH PREMIUM CLUB With a range of exclusive discounts and offers – you can make great savings as a Premium Club Member. JOIN NOW and unlock brilliant benefits all year round! H Priority booking on selected H A free drink during your shows and events birthday month H Extended Early Bird offers H Discount at The Apron H Discount on lowest ticket rate Bar and Coffee House on selected shows H Special event cinema and H Monthly ticket give away film pricing H Be the first to be alerted to H Seasonal newsletter by email exciting new shows H Your membership supports your local theatre All of this and more for just £25 per year. What a great gift for someone special! For more information contact the box office or visit www.chequermead.co.uk Terms and Conditions apply. Please see website for full T&Cs. Membership is non-transferable. We have the right to change, remove and amend bene ts and features at anytime. YOURYTHMICS Saturday 1st July at 7:30pm £26.00 MUSIC MULTI AWARD WINNING STACY GREEN LENDS HER UNIQUE TALENT TO THE FANTASTIC CELEBRATION OF ANNIE LENNOX AND THE EURYTHMICS. With her fabulous band and her very own ‘Dave Stewart’ you can rock the night away to such classics as Love Is A Stranger, Here Comes The Rain Again, Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves and the incomparable Sweet Dreams. EAST GRINSTEAD JAZZ CLUB Tuesday 4th July at 7:30pm SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION 4 Box Office: 01342 302000

TEDDY BEAR STORYTIME 5 Monday 17th July at 11am SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION AFTERNOON TEA AT THE MOVIES: MY FAIR LADY Thursday 27th July at 2pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION LIVING Thursday 27th July at 7:30pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION NAVI: THE KING OF POP Saturday 29th July at 7:30pm £26.00 MUSIC LED BY THE WORLD’S GREATEST MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE ARTIST NAVI, WITH HIS INCREDIBLE LIVE BAND AND DANCERS. Navi is the only tribute artist ever to be chosen by Michael Jackson himself, personally giving Navi a standing ovation after he was invited to perform at one of MJ's lavish birthday parties. Don’t miss this outstanding production featuring all the classics, in a show suitable for the whole family. EAST GRINSTEAD JAZZ CLUB Tuesday 1st August at 7:30pm SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION EAST GRINSTEAD COMEDY CLUB Friday 4th August at 8pm £12.50 HPremium Club: £10.00 COMEDY EAST GRINSTEAD COMEDY CLUB AUGUST HEADLINED BY THE HILARIOUS ANGELA BARNES, WITH ARTHUR SMITH, MIKE COX AND HOSTED BY RICH WILSON! Join us for another great night of comedy in the best venue in town with multi-award winning comedians. See our website for full details. www.chequermead.co.uk

SHE SAID Thursday 10th August at 7:30pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION IRELAND THE SHOW! Friday 11th August at 7:30pm £26.00 MUSIC FEATURING AN ALL-STAR IRISH CAST OF THE EMERALD ISLE'S MOST TALENTED AWARD-WINNING PERFORMERS! Accompanied by the fabulous Keltic Storm Band and world-champion Gael Force Irish dancers, with a string of hilarious stories and jokes from our award-winning Tyrone comedian and topped o with energetic reels and jigs from our ddling Derry maestro. This unmissable production will take you on a journey through the decades of a globally loved culture. The show, which has received high acclaim, features all the well-known ballads and foot-stamping singalongs from the legendary Pogue’s, Furey’s, Dubliners, Makem and Clancy, to name but a small few. If it’s all things Irish you like, then this is certainly the show for you. Guaranteed to take you to Ireland and back in one night! WEST END AL FRESCO Sunday 13th August at 2:30pm Table of 2: £42.00 Table of 4: £84.00 Table of 6: £126.00 MUSICALS & DRAMA JOIN US AGAIN FOR ANOTHER INCREDIBLE AFTERNOON OF SONGS OF THE MUSICALS, AL FRESCO STYLE WITH AN UNBELIEVABLE ATMOSPHERE AT CHEQUER MEAD. With an unforgettable variety of show tunes from all your favourite musicals, cabaret style in our beautiful garden, this unique performance with current West End show stars is not to be missed! Premium Club members get 10% o the whole table! 6 Box Office: 01342 302000

COLDPLACE Friday 18th August at 7:30pm £23.00 HPremium Club: £21.00 MUSIC THE WORLD'S LEADING TRIBUTE TO COLDPLAY IS A STUNNING LIVE CONCERT PERFORMANCE, CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF COLDPLAY. The only tribute to have worked for Coldplay, this outstanding band leads you through all your favourite Coldplay hits from the last 20+ years right up to their latest album. This world-class show recreates the magic of Coldplay's record-breaking live tours - featuring lasers, confetti and LED wristbands! THE LITTLE MERMAID: AN UNDERWATER MUSICAL ADVENTURE Thursday 24th August at 3pm £16.00 Under 16s: £15.00 FAMILY IT'S TIME TO MAKE A SPLASH AND JOIN ARIEL AND A WHOLE HOST OF FABULOUS CHARACTERS IN THIS BRAND-NEW ADAPTATION. Expect lots of fun, singing and dancing, all brought to you by a fantastic and energetic company of wonderful performers. This is sure to be the family show of the year that you don't want to miss! ANDRÉ RIEU'S 2023 MAASTRICHT CONCERT Saturday 26th August at 7:30pm and Sunday 27th August at 2:30pm £16.00 HPremium Club: £14.00 EVENT CINEMA THE KING OF THE WALTZ INVITES YOU TO HIS ALL-NEW CINEMA CONCERT “LOVE IS ALL AROUND”, FROM HIS BEAUTIFUL HOMETOWN OF MAASTRICHT! André Rieu will again stage his glorious annual summer event in the iconic Vrijthof Square this year. The concert will be a musical feast with heart-warming pieces lovingly chosen by André, covering classics, popular sing-alongs, and delightful waltzes that make you want to dance. Share a concert experience lled with music, dance, love and happiness - Only in cinemas! www.chequermead.co.uk 7

TEDDY BEAR STORYTIME Tuesday 29th August at 11am SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION EAST GRINSTEAD COMEDY CLUB EAST GRINSTEAD COMEDY CLUB SEPTEMBER WITH A SPECIAL GUEST Friday 1st September at 8pm HEADLINER, PLUS SEAN COLLINS, £12.50 HPremium Club: £10.00 MAX FULLHAM AND HOSTED BY COMEDY DINESH NATHAN! Join us for another great night ? of comedy, hosted by the biggest comedy club for miles! See full details on our website. TWIST AND SHOUT Saturday 2nd September at 7:30pm £26.00 MUSIC TWIST AND SHOUT – AN ALL-STAR CAST FROM THE WEST END DELIVER A MUSICAL POWERHOUSE OF A SHOW THAT STARTS WITH THE EXPLOSION OF BRIT POP IN 1962 THROUGH TO THE ERA OF FLOWER POWER AND FREE LOVE OF THE LATE SIXTIES. Music lovers are invited to return to a time when skirts got shorter and hair got longer as an incredible cast revive the hits of The Beatles, Stones, Kinks, Cilla Black, Tremeloes, Simon and Garfunkel, Dusty Spring eld, Lulu, Sandy Shaw, the Mamas and the Papas and many more. EAST GRINSTEAD JAZZ CLUB Tuesday 5th September at 7:30pm SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION 8 Box Office: 01342 302000

LA BOHÈME Wednesday 6th September at 7:30pm £24.00 HPremium Club: £20.00 Concessions: £22.00 MUSICALS & DRAMA PUCCINI’S TRAGIC STORY OF DOOMED LOVE AMONG THE IMPOVERISHED YOUNG BOHEMIANS OF LATE 19TH CENTURY PARIS. Four young men are living the youthful dream, yearning for love and not working too hard. Then Mimi knocks on the door. The story follows the lovers as their passionate a air unfolds, from its joyous beginnings to the bitter end. Puccini’s thrilling, passionate love story captures the raw, consuming power of young love. A semi-staged opera production with chamber orchestra. HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Thursday 7th September at 7:30pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION THE HYPNOTIST: RED RAW Friday 8th September at 7:30pm £20.00 ENTERTAINMENT THE HYPNOTIST: RED RAW IS A BRAND NEW SHOW WHERE VOLUNTEERS FROM THE AUDIENCE UNLOCK THEIR IMAGINATIONS AND CREATE A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME SHOW OF IMPROVISED COMEDY UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF HYPNOSIS - LIVE ON STAGE. Things will be imagined, people’s identities forgotten, changed and their reality completely altered. All in the spirit of a ruddy good laugh. It’s the perfect night out whether you watch from the audience or you choose to participate as a star of the show, this is a night out not to be missed. No actors are used, members of the audience are asked to volunteer if they would like to participate at the start of every performance. Not suitable for under 15’s. www.chequermead.co.uk 9

ERIC AND THE CLAPTONES Saturday 9th September at 7:30pm Hirer’s Event £19.00 MUSIC CONTINUING ON THEIR HUGELY SUCCESSFUL 2023 TOUR, ERIC AND THE CLAPTONES ARE DELIGHTED TO PLAY THEIR HOMETOWN VENUE. Dipping into the huge catalogue of Eric Claptons’ work, the true intricacy and feel of his songs are showcased by the talents of the band. From bluesy ballads to pure rock, this show brings the promise of an evening of pure joy. TONY STOCKWELL Wednesday 13th September at 19:30 £25.00 HPremium Club: £23.00 ENTERTAINMENT THE POPULAR STAR OF TV’S STREET PSYCHIC, PSYCHIC PRIVATE EYES AND PSYCHIC ACADEMY, TONY STOCKWELL HAS A LONG-ESTABLISHED CREDIBILITY AS ONE OF THE TOP INTUITIVE MEDIUMS. Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages frequently including names, dates and locations and all delivered with emotion, sensitivity and empathy. MARK WATSON: SEARCH Thursday 14th September at 7:30pm £21.00 COMEDY MARK WATSON IS BACK WITH HIS LATEST SHOW, SEARCH. Mark Watson's 12-year-old son has just got a phone. His 70-year-old dad has been through the most frightening experience of his life. Both a dad and a kid himself, around the midpoint of his life, the Taskmaster star and multiple award-winner - now also famous as one-third of YouTube cult sensation No More Jockeys - returns. He'll consider the search for meaning that were all on, with or without Google. There'll be a lot of jokes, and a show that's di erent every night. TEDDY BEAR STORYTIME Friday 15th September at 11am SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION 10 Box Office: 01342 302000

WOMEN IN ROCK Friday 15th September at 7:30pm £25.00 HPremium Club: £21.00 MUSIC FROM WOWING AUDIENCES OF UP TO 120,000 ACROSS THE UK & EUROPE, WOMEN IN ROCK ARE READY TO TAKE YOU ON A SPECTACULAR JOURNEY THROUGH FIVE DECADES OF FEMALE ROCK MUSIC! Featuring soaring vocals, choreography, audience interaction, striking costumes and backed by a band of world class musicians. Get ready to ROCK! THE NEIL DIAMOND STORY Saturday 16th September at 7:30pm £26.00 HPremium Club: £23.00 MUSIC DESCRIBED IN LAS VEGAS AS ONE OF THE WORLD'S FINEST VOCAL TRIBUTES TO NEIL DIAMOND. Bob Drury is joined by his amazing band and the show tracks Neil’s journey from unknown and struggling New York songwriter to international mega-star. The music covers every stage of a staggering music career spanning ve decades. A fantastic evening guaranteed! WEST END CABARET CLUB 11 Sunday 17th September at 2:30pm Table of 2: £42.00 Table of 4: £84.00 Table of 5: £105.00 Table of 6: £126.00 MUSICALS & DRAMA JOIN US AGAIN FOR ANOTHER INCREDIBLE AFTERNOON OF SONGS OF THE MUSICALS, AL FRESCO STYLE WITH AN UNBELIEVABLE ATMOSPHERE . With an unforgettable variety of show tunes from all your favourite musicals, cabaret style in our beautiful garden, this unique performance with current West End show stars is not to be missed! Premium Club members get 10% o the whole table! AFTERNOON TEA AT THE MOVIES: PRETTY WOMAN Wednesday 20th September at 2pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION www.chequermead.co.uk

Friday 22nd September at 7:30pm £33.00 MUSIC BACK, DUE TO HIGH DEMAND, THE DRIFTERS WILL PERFORM ALL THEIR ALL-TIME CLASSICS INCLUDING SATURDAY NIGHT AT THE MOVIES, YOU'RE MORE THAN A NUMBER, COME ON OVER TO MY PLACE, UNDER THE BOARDWALK, KISSIN IN THE BACK ROW AND MANY MORE! The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the Greatest Artists of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine. DOWN FOR THE COUNT: A CENTURY OF SWING Saturday 23rd September at 7:30pm £25.00 HPremium Club: £20.00 Over 60s: £24.00 MUSIC JOIN THE UK’S HARDEST SWINGING BAND DOWN FOR THE COUNT ALL-STARS FOR “ONE HELLOVA CELEBRATION OF VINTAGE MUSIC” (TIMEOUT LONDON) AS THEY CELEBRATE A CENTURY OF SWING. Be taken on a musical voyage through time as the band brings a taste of the best London jazz clubs to theatres across the country. You’ll hear instrumental songs from the likes of Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller, alongside vocal classics from singers such as Nat ‘King’ Cole and Ella Fitzgerald, all presented with Down for the Count’s own unmistakable brand of wit and humour. 12 Box Office: 01342 302000

LIPSTICK ON YOUR COLLAR 13 Thursday 28th September at 7:30pm £25.00 HPremium Club: £22.00 MUSIC LIPSTICK ON YOUR COLLAR IS BACK WITH A NEW SHOW FOR 2023! Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn't touch the oor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a drink and relax - you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s! From the birth of Rock n Roll through to the Beat Group sounds of the British Invasion and beyond, the show is packed with over forty hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, The Ronettes, Cli Richard, Cilla Black and many more. VOODOO ROOM Friday 29th September at 7:30pm £20.00 HPremium Club: £16.00 MUSIC JIMI HENDRIX, ERIC CLAPTON & CREAM. PAYING TRIBUTE TO THESE LEGENDS OF ROCK ARE VOODOO ROOM. A stunning power trio featuring some of the UK’s nest musicians who perform an incredible show in the true spirit of these legendary superstars. No wigs, no gimmicks - simply great music played by great musicians! Featuring classics such as: Hey Joe, Sunshine Of Your Love, Purple Haze, Layla etc. With standing ovations the norm, the word on the street is Voodoo Room are - NOT TO BE MISSED! www.chequermead.co.uk

THE ELO ENCOUNTER Saturday 30th September at 7:30pm £23.00 Concessions: £21.00 MUSIC ROLL OVER BEETHOVEN, BECAUSE THE GREATEST TRIBUTE TO JEFF LYNNE’S ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA IS HERE! In an all-live show featuring soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and playing all the much-loved songs from ELO’s hit- lled library, The ELO Encounter promises a night lled with rock, roll and Blue Skies that would make even Mozart mambo and Bach boogie! EAST GRINSTEAD JAZZ CLUB Tuesday 3rd October at 7:30pm SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION CORSAGE Wednesday 4th October at 7:30pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABBA REUNION Friday 6th October at 7:30pm £26.00 HPremium Club: £ 23.00 Concessions: £24.00 MUSIC THE ABBA REUNION TRIBUTE SHOW IS THE CREATION OF AN AWARD-WINNING WEST END DIRECTOR, PRODUCER AND CHOREOGRAPHER. STARRING THE ORIGINAL 'FRIDA' FROM THE LONDON WEST END CAST! Superbly accurate vocals, harmonies, guitar, keyboards plus back line musicians combined with stunning iconic replica costumes produce the most authentic ABBA tribute show in the world today. This recreation concert continues to entertain and enthral throughout the globe. Don't miss it! 14 Box Office: 01342 302000

CARPENTERS GOLD 15 Saturday 7th October at 7:30pm £25.00 HPremium Club: £ 23.00 MUSIC CARPENTERS GOLD AUTHENTICALLY PERFORMS THEIR GREATEST HITS WHILE RECREATING THE LOOK AND SOUND OF THEIR WORLDWIDE 1970 TOURS. The iconic voice of Karen Carpenter is a magically soothing one. International West End vocalist Vikki Holland-Bowyer has the warm dulcet tones which sound uncannily similar to the superstar. Richard Carpenter, played by musical arranger vocalist Greg Stevenson, features in the show performing on the piano, alongside his 'sister' enjoying on-stage humour. Carpenters Gold supremely captures how they were ‘live in concert’ and is a must for all fans of the fantastic Karen and Richard. THE WIZ ARD OF OZBallet Theatre UK presents Thursday 12th October at 7:30pm £22.00 Over 60s: £19.00 Under 16s: £15.00 DANCE JOIN BALLET THEATRE UK AS WE FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD AND DISCOVER ALL THE WONDERS OF OZ. Enjoy Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion as they seek the Wonderful Wizard to nd that there's no place like home! The Wizard of Oz is a ballet adaptation of the iconic tale, told through the magic of classical dance. Set to a classical score which brings the story to life, this production is family friendly and is the perfect way to introduce children to the classical ballet. www.chequermead.co.uk

HISTORY OF ROCK Friday 13th October at 7:30pm £24.00 MUSIC BACK AFTER THEIR SELL-OUT SHOW IN 2022, THE HISTORY OF ROCK RETURN AGAIN TO CELEBRATE ROCK MUSIC THROUGH THE DECADES! A jaw dropping night transporting you through the golden ages of ROCK! Featuring the music of artists such as Led Zeppelin, Cream, Guns n Roses, AC/DC, Queen and many more. Rediscover the seeds of ROCK & ROLL in the 1950s, the birth of ROCK in the 60s, right through to the CLASSIC ROCK of the 70s and 80s. A must-see for any fan of ROCK! Experience this iconic music brought back to life by an exceptional 8-piece band, and original visual footage of the featured bands and artists. THE GREATEST MAGICIAN Saturday 14th October at 7.30pm £18.50 HPremium Club: £13.00 Concessions: £16.50 ENTERTAINMENT FOLLOWING A COMPLETELY SOLD OUT RUN IN 2022 JAMES PHELAN HAS A BRAND NEW SHOW FOR 2023. James Phelan, the magician most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after correctly predicting the lottery, presents with an all-new show for 2023. This dazzling, ve-star rated magic show will leave you aching with laughter and dizzy in disbelief. Directed by the late Paul Daniels in his nal theatrical project and rated 5 stars across the board - you’ll see why The List magazine called this show ‘one to watch in the world of magic’. 16 Box Office: 01342 302000

HANNAH SANDERS AND BEN SAVAGE Wednesday 18th October 2023 at 7:30pm £17.00 MUSIC JOIN HANNAH SANDERS & BEN SAVAGE IN THIS SPECIAL PERFORMANCE IN THE APRON BAR. Since emerging in 2016, Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage have been defying all conventions of style, genre and compartmentalisation. A touch of ‘Americana’, yet quintessentially English. Traditional, yet contemporary, with their individual writing style. Playful and instinctive, they constantly do the unexpected; yet they do it with such panache and natural chemistry it makes perfect sense. WHITNEY HOUSTEN: I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY Thursday 19th October at 7:30pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION SIMPLY MUSIC ALRising Stars presents 17 Saturday 21st October at 2:30pm & 7:30pm £16.00 Over 60s: £14.00 Under 16s: £12.00 MUSICALS & DRAMA RISING STARS ADULT THEATRE COMPANY ARE CELEBRATING THEIR TENTH ANNIVERSARY! Join them for a show packed full of musical favourites - songs and scenes! Popular shows such as Blood Brothers, Sweet Charity, Vicar of Dibley, Singing in the Rain, Six, Come From Away, Les Misérables and many more! Entertainment for the whole family. www.chequermead.co.uk

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9 December 2023 - 1 January 2024 performances December 2023 Tue 19th at 1pm & 5pm Fri 29th at 1pm & 5pm Wed 20th at 1pm & 5pm Sun 30th at 1pm & 5pm Sat 9th at 1pm & 5pm Thu 21th at 1pm & 5pm Sun 31st at 10am & 2pm Sun 10th at 1pm & 5pm Fri 22th at 1pm & 5pm Sat 23th at 1pm & 5pm January 2024 Thu 14th at 1pm (RP) Sun 24th at 10am,  & 5pm Mon 1st at 1pm & 5pm  2pm & 6pm Fri 15th at 1pm & 5pm Sat 16th at 1pm & 5pm Wed 27th at 1pm & 5pm Sun 17th at 10am (QS) Thu 28th at 1pm & 5pm  2pm & 6pm RP - Relaxed Performance QS - The Quiet Show 19 Need more information on these special performances? Have a look at our website, or call our Box Office. www.chequermead.co.uk

TEDDY BEAR STORYTIME Tuesday 24th October at 11am SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION SUPERSTAR WRESTLING Tuesday 24th October, Bell Time 7:30pm Hirer’s Event £18.00 Concessions: £16.00 Family Ticket: £56.00 ENTERTAINMENT THE BONE-CRUNCHING SUPERSTARS OF WRESTLING ARE BRINGING A HOST OF TOP INTERNATIONAL WRESTLING STARS TO THE RING IN A TWO- HOUR RIP-ROARING ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL THE FAMILY TO ENJOY. If you’ve been before, you know how good it gets. If you haven’t, give it a try; we guarantee that the kids will be talking about it for weeks afterwards. Suitable for the entire family and ensure both adults and children have a night to remember! ANDY IRVINE Wednesday 25th October at 7:30pm £17.00 MUSIC ANDY IRVINE IS ONE OF THE GREATEST IRISH SINGERS AND HIS VOICE IS ONE OF A HANDFUL OF TRULY GREAT VOICES THAT GETS TO THE VERY SOUL OF IRELAND. He has been hailed as \"a tradition in himself.\" Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained his highly individual performing skills throughout his over 50-year career and is a world music pioneer and an icon for traditional music and musicians. Photo: Julianne Rouquette POP FOREVER Friday 27th October at 5pm £17.00 HPremium Club: £15.00 FAMILY JOIN US AT OUR POP FOREVER CONCERT AND CELEBRATE THE MUSIC OF OUR MODERN DAY POP SUPERSTARS. Sing along to your favourite Little Mix songs, dance to Doja Cats famous Tik Tok music trends and party to the music of other pop stars like Arianna Grande, Olivia Rodrigo and Jojo Siwa ALL LIVE! Be involved in dance competitions, prize opportunities and a meet and greet with our very own POP FOREVER CAST! 20 Box Office: 01342 302000

Saturday 28th October at 7:30pm 21 £27.00 HPremium Club: £25.00 MUSICALS & DRAMA THE MOTHER OF ALL SHOWS. THE STUFF NOBODY TELLS YOU ABOUT PARENTHOOD… UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE. Whether it’s leaving the house without your bra, crying in the supermarket aisles for no reason, or secretly thinking you had given birth to E.T. You won’t feel alone when listening to these women portray the ‘beauty’ of bringing new life into the world… or forgetting where they left it. An uplifting, honest show navigating motherhood and the drama life throws at you, because creating life and raising a good human isn’t enough without the occasional bump along the way. If you’re a mum-to-be, about to have your rst grandchild or even the cat’s mother in need of a witty romp through the trials and tribulations of parental life, then this is the show for you. For all the men who want to know what women want - please take your seats! www.chequermead.co.uk

TEDDY BEAR STORYTIME Thursday 23rd November at 11am SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION Friday 24th November at 7:30pm 25 £26.00 HPremium Club: £23.00 MUSIC FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER A “TENNESSEE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS” IS COMING TO CELEBRATE THE FESTIVE SEASON HERE IN THE UK. A Tennessee Christmas celebrates renditions of Christmas favourites in a country style combined with some of the biggest-selling hits from our Country Superstars. Some of our popular Country Superstars cast cover many holiday classics for a nostalgic, spirited holiday celebration that will be enjoyed by all ages. Join us for festive FUN and LAUGHTER with great music and entertainment if you wish really hard... it might even snow! www.chequermead.co.uk

THE BOHEMIANS Saturday 25th November at 7:30pm £26.00 Over 60s: £24.00 MUSIC FEATURING MUSIC FROM ONE OF THE WORLDS MOST POPULAR AND ICONIC ROCK ACTS OF ALL TIME, QUEEN! Come and experience a high-energy, roller coaster ride of a concert with THE BOHEMIANS this November at Chequer Mead Theatre. Whether its Killer Queen, Bohemian Rhapsody or The Show Must Go On, The Bohemians will have you on your feet, singing and clapping at a truly memorable live re-enactment of the world's greatest rock band. A must-see for all! A WINTER CONCERT IN AID OF SSAFA Tuesday 28th November at 7:30pm £30.50 Over 60s: £28.50 MUSIC SSAFA RETURN IN 2023 WITH THE GRENADIER GUARDS, WHO WILL PERFORM A VARIETY OF MUSIC AT THIS VERY POPULAR ANNUAL CONCERT. Book early to avoid disappointment and support this very worthy cause giving essential assistance to our Armed Forces (both past and present) and their families. 26 Box Office: 01342 302000

W e s tTHEE n d CABARET CLUB PRESENT SONGS OF THE SHOWS Sunday 26th November at 3pm £22.00 Concessions: £20.00 ENTERTAINMENT A SPECIAL WEST END CABARET CLUB PERFORMANCE: SONGS OF THE SHOWS WITH FOUR PERFORMERS DIRECT FROM LONDON'S WEST END. Singing all your favourite songs from the musicals, join four familiar faces from our West End Cabaret series live on stage with a pianist. Covering everything from Phantom of the Opera to Oklahoma! and Les Miserables to all your Disney favourites, there is something for everyone is this sublime special performance. EAST GRINSTEAD JAZZ CLUB 27 Tuesday 5th December at 7:30pm SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION www.chequermead.co.uk

TEDDY SFESRSIOENES BEAR STORYTIME FOR PRE-SCHOOLERS LIV E! ON STAGE IN THE T HEATRE JOIN BENJI BEAR AT CHEQUER MEAD TO ENJOY AN INTERACTIVE STORYTIME LIKE NO OTHER THERE’S ALWAYS TIME FOR A FUN PHOTO WITH BENJI AFTER THE STORY, TOO! RESERVE YOUR SPACE ONLINE FROM ONE MONTH BEFORE! JUL 17TH AUG 29TH SEP 15TH OCT 24TH NOV 23RD ALL DATES START AT 11AM www.chequermead.co.uk 31

CLASSES, CLUBS & GROUPS THERE ARE A VARIETY OF GROUPS AND CLASSES THAT MEET AT CHEQUER MEAD. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE ORGANISER DIRECTLY. ADULT ART CLASSES PILATES Wednesday 10am to 1pm / 2pm to 5pm Mondays 11.30am to 12.30pm - mixed ability. 13 week course covering a variety of media and Fridays 9.15am to 10.15am - mixed ability subjects in a friendly atmosphere Please contact Marion Rowe on For course information please contact Joanna 07983884733 [email protected] or call 07980975511 or [email protected] Facebook: The Season Art Class East Grinstead THE ARTS SOCIETY EAST GRINSTEAD For those interested in The Arts, we o er CHOIRPOWER informative lectures presented by professional Thursdays 7.00pm to 9.00pm. Mixed voices - lecturers on diverse subjects. We also organise soprano, alto, tenor, bass. Singing popular classic, group study days, cultural visits and holidays. folk and show songs.  All ages welcome For further information on becoming a member, Contact Marion on 01342 312 824 or shustermarion@ visit our website: www.taseg.org.uk hotmail.com WRITING WORKSHOPS EAST GRINSTEAD COLLECTORS FAIR Creative writing workshops, journalling groups Stamps, postal history, postcards, coins and and day retreats guided by Mel Parks. Small, ephemera. Dates for 2023: July 19th, Aug 16th, friendly groups to share stories, try new things Sept 20th, Oct 18th, Nov 15th and improve con dence in writing. For beginners Bookings or enquiries: 07752 122255 or 01903 244875 as well as established writers who want to ll the well with new ideas. FBS TAI CHI For more information and to book: www.honeyleafwriting. Every Thursday evening 7pm to 8.30pm. com or email [email protected] Contact Chris on 07952 878 368 or www.fbstaichi.blogspot.co.uk YOGA CLASSES WITH SARAH FROM YOGA LOVES Gentle, encouraging, step by step yoga. Perfect MONKEY MUSIC PRE SCHOOL MUSIC CLASSES for beginners and those who like to take things Award winning aged speci c music classes held slowly.Classes most days at Chequer Mead. Pay each Tuesday during term time. 10Am for 2-3yr as you go welcome. olds.10.45Am for 1-2yr olds. 11.30Am for 3-12 For more information and bookings visit www.yogaloves.uk. months. Your rst class is free Contact Sarah Gott [email protected] 07950 380921 Book now www.monkeymusic.co.uk/area/reigate-lingfield For more info call Linsey on 01737 485 431 If you'd like to be part of our friendly team of VOUNTEERS, please get in touch by emailing: [email protected] or call: 01342 325577 32 Box Office: 01342 302000

from on 13ROOM HIRE EVENT & £ly Chequer Mead offers newly modernised, /hr spacious, flexible spaces suitable for meetings, training, classes, conferences and lectures. Meeting Rooms Rehearsal Spaces • Rooms setup to your exacting requirements prior to your arrival • Bright, modernised rooms with natural daylight • In-house catering from light refreshments to delicious buffet meals • Extras including projectors, screens, flip charts, full AV services are available • Free WiFi available throughout the venue • Located in the heart of East Grinstead, with two large public car parks nearby Theatre Auditorium Dance Studio For larger functions, our 340 seat auditorium is available for private hire for events and productions. The perfect space for larger conferences, lectures and presentations. Our newly refurbished Dance Studio boasts a semi-sprung floor, two height ballet barres and three walled mirrors. A perfect rehearsal space for all types of dance, as well as exercise classes including pilates and yoga. To find out more or discuss your requirements. Get in touch with our events team by calling 01342 325577 or email: [email protected]

COMING IN 2024 DAVE KELLY & BOB HALL WITH HILLARY BLYTHE ALICE IN WONDERLAND Friday 23rd February Thursday 15th February MUSIC FAMILY PSYCHIC SALLY SERIOUSLY COLLINS Thursday 7th & Friday 8th March Saturday 9th March ENTERTAINMENT MUSIC JOHN LYDON - I COULD BE WRONG, MARTY WILDE & THE WILDCATS I COULD BE RIGHT Saturday 11th May Friday 22nd March MUSIC TALKS 34 Box Office: 01342 302000

AT A GLANCE Autumn - Winter 2023 www.chequermead.co.uk JULY 21st Simply Musical 1st Yourythmics 24th Teddy Bear Storytime 4th EG Jazz Club 24th Superstar Wrestling 17th Teddy Bear Storytime 25th Andy Irvine (The Apron Event) 27th AFTERNOON TEA: My Fair Lady 27th POP Forever 27th FILM: Living 28th Mums The Word 29th Navi: The King of Pop 29th ConChord Big Band: The Sunday Afternoon Show AUGUST NOVEMBER 1st EG Jazz Club 2nd FILM: Empire of Light 4th East Grinstead Comedy Club 3rd East Grinstead Comedy Club 10th FILM: She Said 4th Hancock's Half Hour 11th Ireland The Show! 7th EG Jazz Club 13th West End Al Fresco 10th Frankie's Guys 18th Coldplace 16th FILM: Miss Saigon: 24th The Little Mermaid 26th & 27th Andre Rieu 25th Anniversary Performance 29th Teddy Bear Storytime 17th Marti Pellow: Pellow Talk, The Lost Chapter SEPTEMBER 18th We Three Kings of Rock and Roll 1st East Grinstead Comedy Club 21st AFTERNOON TEA: West Side Story 2nd Twist and Shout 23rd Teddy Bear Storytime 5th EG Jazz Club 24th Tennesse Country Christmas 6th La bohème 25th The Bohemians 7th FILM: Heathers: The Musical 26th West End Cabaret Club 8th The Hypnotist: RED RAW 28th A Winter Concert In Aid Of SSAFA 9th Eric and the Claptones 30th Choirpower Christmas Concert 13th Tony Stockwell DECEMBER 14th Mark Watson: Search 5th EG Jazz Club 15th Teddy Bear Storytime 9th Dec - Snow White (2023/24 Pantomime) 15th Women In Rock 1st Jan 16th The Neil Diamond Story 17th West End Cabaret Club CHEQUER MEAD 20th AFTERNOON TEA: Pretty Woman 22nd The Drifters DE LA WARR ROAD, EAST GRINSTEAD, WEST SUSSEX, RH19 3BS 23rd Down For The Count Box Office: 01342 302000 Administration: 01342 325577 28th Lipstick on your Collar Email: [email protected] 29th Voodoo Room www.chequermead.co.uk 30th The ELO Encounter OCTOBER Chequer Mead is a Charitable Incorporate Organisation (CIO) 3rd EG Jazz Club Registered Charity Number: 1165519. Registered O ce: East Court 4th FILM: Corsage Mansion, College Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 3LT 6th Abba Reunion 7th The Carpenters Gold Experience 12th The Wizard of Oz 13th History of Rock 14th The Greatest Magician 18th Hannah Sanders and Ben Savage (The Apron Event) 19th FILM: Whitney Housten: I Wanna Dance With Somebody

CONCHORD BIG BAND: THE SUNDAY AFTERNOON SHOW Sunday 29th October at 2pm Hirer’s Event £17.00 Concessions: £16.00 MUSIC CONCHORD BIG BAND ARE BACK WITH THEIR SUNDAY AFTERNOON SHOW. Playing popular music from the jazz and swing era, performed by the 17-piece ConChord Big Band and Singers. Pianist and Compere Roger Hind adds stories and anecdotes to make this an unmissable show! EMPIRE OF LIGHT Thursday 2nd November at 7:30pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION EAST GRINSTEAD COMEDY CLUB Friday 3rd November at 8pm £12.50 HPremium Club: £10.00 COMEDY HEADLINER KEITH FARNAN WITH JONNY AWSUM, HORATIO GOULD AND HOSTED BY MIKE COX! Another hilarious night of comedy at the biggest comedy club in town! Headliner Keith Farnan is a sharp- witted performer who personi es Irish charm and is best known for his appearance on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. Opening the show is award- winning comic Jonny Awsum with support from Horatio Gould and hosted by the brilliant Mike Cox, winner of the Not So New Comedian of the Year in 2022! Full details can be found on our website. 22 Box Office: 01342 302000

HANCOCK'S HALF HOUR Saturday 4th November at 7:30pm £22.00 HPremium Club: £20.00 MUSICALS & DRAMA FROM THE PRODUCERS OF THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED TOURS OF ROUND THE HORNE AND THE GOON SHOW COMES ANOTHER RADIO COMEDY CLASSIC, LIVE ON STAGE. In 1954 Tony Hancock burst onto the airwaves with a brand-new style of comedy, the sitcom. Now, 65 years later, join the lad himself and his cast of fellow comedy greats including Sid James and Kenneth Williams as we transport you to 23 Railway Cuttings, East Cheam for three hilarious episodes of this timeless classic. EAST GRINSTEAD JAZZ CLUB Tuesday 7th November at 7:30pm SEE PAGE 31 FOR MORE INFORMATION FRANKIE'S GUYS Friday 10th November at 7:30pm £26.50 MUSIC A CELEBRATION OF FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS! Voted London's Best Tribute 2019 and 2020, this award-winning celebration of Frankie Vali & The Four Seasons proudly features West End leading men from hit musicals such as 'Jersey Boys'. Playing a charismatic tribute to Frankie Valli, his life, his music and his legacy; Frankie's Guys are back with a fresh take on their award-winning show with unrivalled vocals. This is a night out at the theatre you don't want to miss! www.chequermead.co.uk 23

MISS SAIGON: 25TH ANNIVERSARY PERFORMANCE Thursday 16th November at 7:30pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION MARTI PELLOW: PELLOW TALK, THE LOST CHAPTER Friday 17th November at 7:30pm £35.00 VIP: £54.00 VIP Meet N Greet: £94.00 TALKS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN ME LIKE THIS BEFORE. YOU’VE NEVER BEEN THIS CLOSE. I’ve been thrilled with the response to Pellow Talk. It has been the most intimate show I’ve done... I wanted to do some more shows in this way and The Lost Chapter is a reimagined show that connects you, the audience, with me, the songwriter. It’s Pellow Talk – The Lost Chapter, an exploration of the songwriter, and the songs that make the man. Marti Pellow VIP Meet N Greet tickets gets you the best seats, the pre-show meet n greet, and goody bag! VIP tickets gives you the next best seats, and a goody bag! WE THREE KINGS OF ROCK N ROLL Saturday 18th November at 7:30pm £22.00 Concessions: £21.00 MUSIC Buddy Holly Elvis Presley Roy Orbison A TWO-HOUR UPLIFTING SHOW TO CELEBRATE THE MUSIC OF THREE ICONS OF ROCK N ROLL: ROY ORBISON, BUDDY HOLLY, & ELVIS PRESLEY. Close your eyes, you will believe Roy, Buddy and Elvis are back in the room with authentic costume changes that will transport you back to the days when Rock n Roll was King! Will Rock N Roll ever die? That'll Be The Day! AFTERNOON TEA AT THE MOVIES: WEST SIDE STORY Tuesday 21st November at 2pm FILM – SEE PAGE 29 FOR MORE INFORMATION 24 Box Office: 01342 302000

Saturday 9th December - Monday 1st January £22.00 HPremium Club: 10% off* Concessions: £20.50 Family Ticket: £82.00 PANTOMIME SNOW WHITE WILL BE SPECTACULARLY BROUGHT TO LIFE WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF SLAPSTICK COMEDY, SENSATIONAL SONG AND DANCE NUMBERS, FABULOUS COSTUMES AND STUNNING SCENERY. Throw in a magical mirror, the magnificent seven and plenty of audience participation with East Grinstead favourites Kevin Gauntlett as Dame Nursie and Callum Donnelly as Muddles, and you have the perfect recipe to outwit the Wicked Queen and let love prevail in this glittering festive treat for all ages. With generous discounts for groups as well as concessions, book your tickets today, or you won't be able to look yourself in the mirror! * Up to ten tickets per Premium Club member Box Office: 01342 302000

FILM £8.00 HPremium Club: £6.00 LIVING SHE SAID HEATHERS: THE MUSICAL Thursday 27th July at Thursday 10th August at 7:30pm 7:30pm Thursday 7th September at 7:30pm Overwhelmed at work and lonely The New York Times journalists at home, a civil servant's life takes a Megan and Jodi publish a report that Veronica Sawyer does her best heartbreaking turn when a medical exposes sexual abuse allegations to survive her senior year while diagnosis tells him his time is short. against powerful Hollywood producer navigating the beautiful but cruel In uenced by a local decadent and a Harvey Weinstein. The shocking story Heathers, the new to school Jason vibrant woman, he continues to search also serves as a launching pad for \"J.D.\" Dean, and the constant pressure for meaning until a simple revelation the #MeToo movement, shattering to t in with everyone else. gives him a purpose to create a legacy decades of silence around the subject for the next generation. of sexual assault and harassment. EMPIRE OF LIGHT CORSAGE WHITNEY HOUSTEN: Thursday 2nd November I WANNA DANCE WITH at 7:30pm Wednesday 4th October SOMEBODY at 7:30pm The duty manager of a seaside Thursday 19th October cinema, who is struggling with her Faced with a future of strict at 7:30pm mental health, forms a relationship ceremonies and royal duties, Empress with a new employee on the south Elisabeth of Austria rebels against her A Biographical musical drama lm coast of England in the 1980s. public image and comes up with a based on the life and career of plan to protect her legacy. American singer and actress Whitney Houston. MISS SAIGON: 25TH ANNIVERSARY PERFORMANCE Thursday 16th November at 7:30pm A lmed production of the musical Miss Saigon for its 25th anniversary, performed live at London's Prince Edward Theatre, in London's West End. AFTERNOON TEA AT THE MOVIES Film & Afternoon Tea: £21.00 Prosseco & Afternoon Tea: £25.00 Film Only: £8.00 HPremium Club: £1 off Join us, as our classic lm treat returns; MY FAIR LADY Afternoon Tea at the Movies! If you’re looking for an afternoon tea with a Thursday 27th July at 2pm di erence then we have just the thing. Enjoy our delicious afternoon tea after a PRETTY WOMAN variety of all-time favourite movies. If you're looking for something extra, upgrade to the Wednesday 20th September at 2pm prosecco package, ideal for any and every occassion! WEST SIDE STORY Tuesday 21st November at 2pm

BOOKING INFORMATION & ACCESS Book Online – www.chequermead.co.uk Wheelchairs Most performances can be booked online directly from our We have specific areas for optimum wheelchair access in the website, and all shows have E-tickets available for you to show on auditorium, so we ask that wheelchair users book in advance a mobile device or print at home. Tickets can also be posted to to enable us to allocate these seats as well as help you during your door for an additional £3.00. We no longer offer the option to your visit. The Box Office and Front of House staff are trained in collect from the Box Office on show nights to prevent queues and accessibility and are on hand to answer any questions. improve your experience. From The Box Office We offer one complimentary carer ticket whose presence is The Box Office is open from 9:30am – 5pm Monday to Saturday. essential to comply with the theatre's fire regulations. Quite often, the Box Office will be available later than advertised. Dogs & Assistance Dogs Tickets can be booked in person, online or by telephone by calling All well-behaved dogs are welcome in our garden area, and 01342 302000. We accept most credit and debit cards, and tickets we ask that all dogs are always kept on a lead. Only guide and can be posted directly to you for £3.00. assistance dogs are permitted within the building. Concessions Audience Latecomers Where concessions are not specified, please check prices with At the Duty Manager's discretion, patrons arriving late may the Box Office or online at the time of the booking, as discounts be held back or seated in the most easily accessible seat if cannot be applied retrospectively. Concessions vary depending appropriate until a suitable break in the performance. on the production. A family ticket permits entry for two adults Performance Content and two children. All ticket prices are inclusive of VAT and any Whilst we attempt to safeguard customers' interests, Chequer booking fees. Mead cannot accept responsibility for the content and pricing Refunds & Exchanges of events. Chequer Mead will give guidance where possible on Please make sure you check your tickets. We now offer a 24-hour extreme content. cooling-off period; after this time,regrettably, tickets cannot be Theatre Tokens exchanged, nor money refunded unless the performance is SOLT Theatre Tokens are accepted as payment, either via cancelled. In the event of a sell-out, we will attempt to resell your telephone or in-person at the Box Office. SOLT Theatre Tokens can tickets, but we cannot guarantee a resale. Tickets can only be also be purchased at the Box Office- a perfect gift idea! exchanged for the same production or film at a different time or Data Protection day and is at the discretion of the Duty Manager. Your data will be held in accordance with GDPR. Using approved Refund Protection by Booking Protect personal information allows us to understand our customers We offer Refund Protection for your tickets through Booking better and permits us to provide them with relevant information Protect. Your order usually is non-refundable; however, Refund about the work that we do, both on and off stage. We are Protection gives you peace of mind should you or a member committed to protecting our customer's personal information, of your party be unable to attend for a number of unforeseen and your data will not be shared with any third parties. For more circumstances, including testing positive for COVID-19. information about our full data protection policy, please visit: Reservations chequermead.co.uk/dataprotection Tickets may be reserved for up to 7 days by calling or visiting Corporate Sponsorship & Advertising the Box Office. Tickets cannot be reserved online and are We have many sponsorship and advertising opportunities for automatically released if not paid for after 7 days. Please note; not the business community to support their local theatre. For more all shows are eligible for reservations. information, email [email protected] Mobile Phones & Cameras Facilities For Hire Mobile phones must not be used within the auditorium, and we Chequer Mead is open to exclusive venue hire, whether for a ask that all phones be switched off or turned to silent during the musical or a school production, a conference for 330 people or show. There is strictly no photography or filming allowed inside a breakfast meeting for 10 people; we are able to accommodate the auditorium unless the Production Company or Artiste gives your requirements. Our rooms start at a competitive £12.00 prior consent. per hour (plus VAT). For more information, email: events@ chequermead.co.uk Chequer Mead reserves the right to remove anyone who doesn't Volunteering comply with our policies and cannot be held responsible for any Chequer Mead Theatre is a registered charity and relies on a disturbances caused by other customers and their actions. team of brilliant volunteers who play a vital part in the success of Accessibility the theatre experience. If you are interested in joining the team, We hope that everyone can enjoy the experience of live theatre making new friends and being part of the show, please email and therefore take the issues of accessibility very seriously. There [email protected] is level access to the front and throughout the building and disabled facilities. Regretfully our first-floor theatre circle seats are only accessible via stairs. 30 Box Office: 01342 302000

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