The Next Six Weeks

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Who do you care about and why?

'Feel Me' is an interactive theatre show from The Paper Birds, UK leaders in devised verbatim theatre. The show asks, via your mobile phone, who and what you care about from the stories unfolding live on stage in front of you.

A stunning mixture of live performance, film, projection, dance and music, 'Feel Me' will explore the different lenses through which we are told, and connect to stories in the modern digital world.

Worlds unfold from backpacks, and tents are constructed and dismantled again, each scene and location temporary, like a transient teenager in search of safety, acceptance and a new place to call home.

An interrogation of empathy, 'Feel Me' asks what makes us ‘feel’ for another person, as we journey through landscapes and across borders, through weather storms and paperwork, changing seasons, endless queues and interviews.

Working with academics from Essex University, the theatre company uses audiences' mobile phones to measure empathy levels during and after the show. The data is then shared live as part of the performance.

Audiences use their phones to anonymously share their emotional responses at different moments during the show. The interactive elements are woven into the performance, which combines live theatre, film, projection and dance.


Presented by The Paper Birds and the New Wolsey Theatre.

Production photography - Will Green Photography

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Who do you care about and why?

'Feel Me' is an interactive theatre show from The Paper Birds, UK leaders in devised verbatim theatre. The show asks, via your mobile phone, who and what you care about from the stories unfolding live on stage in front of you.

A stunning mixture of live performance, film, projection, dance and music, 'Feel Me' will explore the different lenses through which we are told, and connect to stories in the modern digital world.

Worlds unfold from backpacks, and tents are constructed and dismantled again, each scene and location temporary, like a transient teenager in search of safety, acceptance and a new place to call home.

An interrogation of empathy, 'Feel Me' asks what makes us ‘feel’ for another person, as we journey through landscapes and across borders, through weather storms and paperwork, changing seasons, endless queues and interviews.

Working with academics from Essex University, the theatre company uses audiences' mobile phones to measure empathy levels during and after the show. The data is then shared live as part of the performance.

Audiences use their phones to anonymously share their emotional responses at different moments during the show. The interactive elements are woven into the performance, which combines live theatre, film, projection and dance.


Presented by The Paper Birds and the New Wolsey Theatre.

Production photography - Will Green Photography

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One of the great British jazz voices, multi award-winning singer Elaine Delmar, is joined by a world-class line-up of musicians, to perform her acclaimed interpretations of the music and songs of George Gershwin and Cole Porter.

Through a diverse repertoire curated by Elaine, the concert will feature classic arrangements alongside fresh interpretations of the Gershwin and Porter songbooks. Expect a sparking collection of the 20th Century’s most celebrated songs, including numbers such as ‘S'Wonderful’, ‘Embraceable You’, ‘Begin the Beguine’, ‘Night and Day’, ‘Summertime’, ‘I Get A Kick Out Of You’ … and much, much more.

Reviews:

“Among the multitude of good jazz singers in Britain, there is not one who can surpass Elaine Delmar” The Observer

“Elaine’s interpretations have an almost painterly quality, deep chrome notes followed by piercingly bright flourishes, and sudden Sarah Vaughan-like swoops into that honeyed, low cello register. Yes, Elaine Delmar has it all, her peerless vocal quality matched by carefully-honed interpretative skills. To use an overworked phrase yet again, she’s a national treasure” Jazzwise

“Her style is a mixture of Broadway musical punch and jazz inflected subtlety. she has the belting defiance of a torch singer at times and the knowing raised eyebrow rasp of a blues artist, but also a hushed, confiding intimacy where it is appropriate, it is a blend that invites the widest possible audience” The Guardian

Presented by Elaine Delmar and JBA Concerts.

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Our Scratch Nights are relaxed and friendly evenings for local performers from the East Anglian region to try out new work in front of an audience.

Join us to encounter new work and give constructive feedback to a selection of local artists as they share their work in development. You could encounter anything from short scenes and comedy, to music, spoken word and drag so take a seat, have a drink and enjoy.

This evening is Pay What You Like and booking in advance is recommended.
Age recommendation 14+
Note: this event is in the upstairs bar, not the auditorium.

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WOLSEY WRITERS

Meet. Write. Share.

Wolsey Writers is a creative writing group based at New Wolsey Theatre since 2015.

Our community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. We welcome writing in any genre. We welcome writers from diverse backgrounds. We welcome all levels of experience and aspirations of every size – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy.

Led by Katie Ward, an award-winning author from Suffolk, every session includes tips to improve your creative practice, focused writing time, peer support and inspiration.

‘I come away from Wolsey Writers wanting to go home and write. That’s how I feel.’

‘You have boosted my ability to ‘just write’ beyond my expectations and it is helping me push my current novel forward.’

‘Humble, informative and inspirational – that is surely the success and key to Wolsey Writers.’

Suitable for adults, and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing. Check socials for updates, including our next theme: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter.

Throughout 2025 Wolsey Writers will meet on the first Saturday of the month (except August) in the upstairs bar. Doors open 10am for 10:30am start (ends 12pm). Tickets are pay what you feel.

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Celebrating the Year of the Snake!

Join us again for the wonderful annual Chinese New Year celebration event incorporating an exciting line-up of traditional and Western style performances of dance, singing and musical instruments performed by local members of the community alongside professional acts.

Presented by Suffolk Chinese Family Welfare Association.

PLEASE NOTE: The New Wolsey Theatre is acting as a ticketing agency for this event. This show is not valid as part of the New Wolsey Season Ticket deal.

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A free series of three in-depth sessions designed to help performance makers and creative producers to write and submit an Arts Council National Lottery Project Grant application. Project Grants are funding to support projects that focus on Combined Arts (including festivals and carnivals), Dance, Libraries, Literature, Museums, Music, Theatre, or Visual Arts.

Across the three sessions we will demystify the grant application process, offer guidance to support the development of a funding bid, and provide a friendly space for critical reflection within a network of peers.

Sessions will be led by New Wolsey Theatre Artistic Director and Chief Executive, Douglas Rintoul.

There are two ways to take part in this series; as a performance maker or creative producer developing a bid or as an observer:

Performance Maker/Creative Producer developing a bid: Up to four spaces will be offered to performance makers or creative producers who are looking to submit a project grant application for live performance. These applications will be actively discussed and developed as part of the sessions. Ideally, you will be based in, or have connections to, Suffolk or the East Anglian region, and we use the term ‘performance maker’ to cover a variety of creative roles such as writer, dancer, theatre-maker, director etc. You don’t need to have started an application to be considered, but you will need to be committed to working on the bid outside of the sessions and submitting it by 30th April 2025.

If you want to be considered for one of these spaces please send an email with a short bio and brief description of what your project bid will be for to Rachel Fitzgerald: RFitzgerald@wolseytheatre.co.uk or call us on 01473 295 932.
Deadline: Monday 20th January 2025, 10am.

Observer: Spaces are also available for people who want to develop a deeper understanding of bid writing by watching the process.

Please note that all sessions will be recorded and made available online to people who have signed up to the Suffolk Theatre Professionals Artist Network as a recap and learning resource.

You’ll need to be available for all 3 sessions, which will be delivered online:

Monday 3rd February, 6 – 9pm
Monday 3rd March, 6 – 9pm
Monday 31st March, 6 – 9pm

Spaces are free, but must be booked in advance. Book your place below and a link to the zoom meeting will be emailed to you nearer the time.

Access: Zoom auto-captions will be available for this event. The sessions will include comfort breaks and will take a relaxed atmosphere approach, meaning you can turn your camera off and take breaks as required. If you require any other access support please get in touch before the event for a conversation.

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“I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.”

When a host of eligible bachelors descend on the small community of Meryton, hearts are set racing, and the tranquil world of the Bennet family is sent into a whirlwind of passions and possibilities. At the centre of all this excitement, the meeting of Lizzie Bennet and Mr Darcy ignites one of the most famous love-stories of all time.

Abigail Pickard Price’s “uproariously funny” adaptation sees three actors conjure 17 of Jane Austen’s unforgettable characters to life, in Guildford Shakespeare Company’s “fresh and genuinely romantic” production of this beloved romantic comedy.

“No doubt Austen herself would have been delighted” Muddy Stilettos
“Pleasingly faithful” Daily Mail
"Uproariously funny" The Stage
"This is feel-good theatre" Londontheatre1

***** Londontheatre1, London Living Large
**** Daily Mail, The Stage, West End Best Friend
“Perfection” British Theatre Guide

GSC Production Principal Sponsor, Moore Barlow Lawyers.

Presented by Guildford Shakespeare Company.

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“I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.”

When a host of eligible bachelors descend on the small community of Meryton, hearts are set racing, and the tranquil world of the Bennet family is sent into a whirlwind of passions and possibilities. At the centre of all this excitement, the meeting of Lizzie Bennet and Mr Darcy ignites one of the most famous love-stories of all time.

Abigail Pickard Price’s “uproariously funny” adaptation sees three actors conjure 17 of Jane Austen’s unforgettable characters to life, in Guildford Shakespeare Company’s “fresh and genuinely romantic” production of this beloved romantic comedy.

“No doubt Austen herself would have been delighted” Muddy Stilettos
“Pleasingly faithful” Daily Mail
"Uproariously funny" The Stage
"This is feel-good theatre" Londontheatre1

***** Londontheatre1, London Living Large
**** Daily Mail, The Stage, West End Best Friend
“Perfection” British Theatre Guide

GSC Production Principal Sponsor, Moore Barlow Lawyers.

Presented by Guildford Shakespeare Company.

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“I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.”

When a host of eligible bachelors descend on the small community of Meryton, hearts are set racing, and the tranquil world of the Bennet family is sent into a whirlwind of passions and possibilities. At the centre of all this excitement, the meeting of Lizzie Bennet and Mr Darcy ignites one of the most famous love-stories of all time.

Abigail Pickard Price’s “uproariously funny” adaptation sees three actors conjure 17 of Jane Austen’s unforgettable characters to life, in Guildford Shakespeare Company’s “fresh and genuinely romantic” production of this beloved romantic comedy.

“No doubt Austen herself would have been delighted” Muddy Stilettos
“Pleasingly faithful” Daily Mail
"Uproariously funny" The Stage
"This is feel-good theatre" Londontheatre1

***** Londontheatre1, London Living Large
**** Daily Mail, The Stage, West End Best Friend
“Perfection” British Theatre Guide

GSC Production Principal Sponsor, Moore Barlow Lawyers.

Presented by Guildford Shakespeare Company.

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“I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.”

When a host of eligible bachelors descend on the small community of Meryton, hearts are set racing, and the tranquil world of the Bennet family is sent into a whirlwind of passions and possibilities. At the centre of all this excitement, the meeting of Lizzie Bennet and Mr Darcy ignites one of the most famous love-stories of all time.

Abigail Pickard Price’s “uproariously funny” adaptation sees three actors conjure 17 of Jane Austen’s unforgettable characters to life, in Guildford Shakespeare Company’s “fresh and genuinely romantic” production of this beloved romantic comedy.

“No doubt Austen herself would have been delighted” Muddy Stilettos
“Pleasingly faithful” Daily Mail
"Uproariously funny" The Stage
"This is feel-good theatre" Londontheatre1

***** Londontheatre1, London Living Large
**** Daily Mail, The Stage, West End Best Friend
“Perfection” British Theatre Guide

GSC Production Principal Sponsor, Moore Barlow Lawyers.

Presented by Guildford Shakespeare Company.

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Wolsey Writers Workshops
A day of creative writing in NW2.

Journalling: Writing Personal Experience (Saturday 8 February)

Do you keep a diary? What are at the potential benefits of a daily writing practice? Whether you are journalling to support your mental health, or trying to improve your creative writing muscle, this workshop will offer tips and insights to help nurture a regular writing habit. We will also explore autofiction as a genre – storytelling based on lived experience – and discuss the joys and perils of sharing your personal journey with other people.

Wolsey Writers one-day workshops are led by Katie Ward, an award-winning author from Suffolk. Every session (10:30am-3:45pm) includes a deep dive into our topic, tools and techniques to improve your creative practice, and dedicated time for your own writing or WIP.

‘It was brilliant – I can’t remember a better writing class.’

‘Katie is a wonderful teacher – encouraging and enabling.’

‘I learned so much and have discovered some new directions to follow.’

Suitable for adults (beginner to intermediate levels) and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing. Check socials for updates: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter.

Doors open 10am for 10:30am start. Drinks and snacks will be available from New Wolsey Café or you are welcome to bring a packed lunch. Writers entitled to concessions do not need to provide evidence when booking: please self-select your ticket.

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Join us for a journey around the New Wolsey Theatre to gain exclusive insights into how our fabulous productions come together. Discover what happens behind-the-scenes, learn about our vibrant history and experience how shows are developed from basic concepts into the dazzling shows you see on our stage.

The tour will last approximately an hour. The tour route includes stairs, spiral staircases and some narrow areas. If you would like to attend a tour and you are a wheelchair user or have any specific access requirements, please give us a call ahead of booking to discuss how we can make the tour as accessible as possible for you.

If you have a membership with us your ticket will automatically be discounted when you add a £10 ticket to your basket.

Full Price: £10
Disabled: £10 with assisting companion tickets free of charge
Members: £7.50
Under 18's: £5

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“I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.”

When a host of eligible bachelors descend on the small community of Meryton, hearts are set racing, and the tranquil world of the Bennet family is sent into a whirlwind of passions and possibilities. At the centre of all this excitement, the meeting of Lizzie Bennet and Mr Darcy ignites one of the most famous love-stories of all time.

Abigail Pickard Price’s “uproariously funny” adaptation sees three actors conjure 17 of Jane Austen’s unforgettable characters to life, in Guildford Shakespeare Company’s “fresh and genuinely romantic” production of this beloved romantic comedy.

“No doubt Austen herself would have been delighted” Muddy Stilettos
“Pleasingly faithful” Daily Mail
"Uproariously funny" The Stage
"This is feel-good theatre" Londontheatre1

***** Londontheatre1, London Living Large
**** Daily Mail, The Stage, West End Best Friend
“Perfection” British Theatre Guide

GSC Production Principal Sponsor, Moore Barlow Lawyers.

Presented by Guildford Shakespeare Company.

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“I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine.”

When a host of eligible bachelors descend on the small community of Meryton, hearts are set racing, and the tranquil world of the Bennet family is sent into a whirlwind of passions and possibilities. At the centre of all this excitement, the meeting of Lizzie Bennet and Mr Darcy ignites one of the most famous love-stories of all time.

Abigail Pickard Price’s “uproariously funny” adaptation sees three actors conjure 17 of Jane Austen’s unforgettable characters to life, in Guildford Shakespeare Company’s “fresh and genuinely romantic” production of this beloved romantic comedy.

“No doubt Austen herself would have been delighted” Muddy Stilettos
“Pleasingly faithful” Daily Mail
"Uproariously funny" The Stage
"This is feel-good theatre" Londontheatre1

***** Londontheatre1, London Living Large
**** Daily Mail, The Stage, West End Best Friend
“Perfection” British Theatre Guide

GSC Production Principal Sponsor, Moore Barlow Lawyers.

Presented by Guildford Shakespeare Company.

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Legendary cricket broadcaster, Henry Blofeld, takes readers on a charming journey through modern cricket, while looking back at the great games of yesteryear.

Henry has been close to the heart of cricket for over fifty years. He has seen the game grow into a hugely international sport, where franchises continue to have massive influence and more and more games are added to the world calendar. It wasn't always this way and Blowers reflects on how cricket used to be and where it is headed.

He explores the big shifts, innovations and challenges facing the game today, while looking back at his life and career, recounting his cherished memories of his beloved sport. With his signature wit and insight, he compared the cricketing landscape of today with the cherished memories of yesteryear.

Henry began writing about cricket, for The Times, in May 1962 and in 1972, he started his long career as a commentator with the BBC's Test Match Special. During his career, he has written for numerous papers and broadcast for both radio and television for many networks around the world especially in Australia and New Zealand. Henry now tours the country with his one-man show.

Presented in association with Clive Conway Productions.

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Last Rites combines exciting physical, non-verbal storytelling with dynamic projection and an immersive soundtrack that can be felt and heard. Told through a Deaf man’s unique perspective, this show tells the passionate and poignant story of a complex relationship cut short.

Travelling from the UK to India, Arjun needs to carry out his father’s funeral rites. But how can he perform an ancient Hindu practice that was never passed on? In life, his father wouldn’t learn sign language, but in death Arjun needs to find a way to say goodbye. He creates his own intimate, final ceremony that brings to life a rich tapestry of shared memories.

Internationally acclaimed theatre makers Ramesh Meyyappan and George Mann collaborate for the first time in multi-award-winning theatre company Ad Infinitum’s (Translunar Paradise ★★★★★ The Observer, Light ★★★★★ The Times) moving new performance celebrating the transformative power of grief and parenthood.

“Tremendous” ★★★★ The Guardian
“Mighty theatrical lyricism" ★★★★ The Scotsman

Last Rites is made possible through funding from Arts Council England and Bristol City Council and co-commissioned by London International Mime Festival, Derby Theatre and Corn Exchange Newbury. This production is supported by Paul and Joanna Pearson.

Last Rites is a non-verbal piece of theatre with no spoken words that is accessible to Deaf and hearing audiences. The performance includes some BSL with creative captioning and a soundtrack with heavy use of bass so that it can be felt or heard by audience members.

Age guidance: 14+. Contains strobe lighting, haze, loud music, heavy use of bass, themes of grief and death, parental abuse and trauma.

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Last Rites combines exciting physical, non-verbal storytelling with dynamic projection and an immersive soundtrack that can be felt and heard. Told through a Deaf man’s unique perspective, this show tells the passionate and poignant story of a complex relationship cut short.

Travelling from the UK to India, Arjun needs to carry out his father’s funeral rites. But how can he perform an ancient Hindu practice that was never passed on? In life, his father wouldn’t learn sign language, but in death Arjun needs to find a way to say goodbye. He creates his own intimate, final ceremony that brings to life a rich tapestry of shared memories.

Internationally acclaimed theatre makers Ramesh Meyyappan and George Mann collaborate for the first time in multi-award-winning theatre company Ad Infinitum’s (Translunar Paradise ★★★★★ The Observer, Light ★★★★★ The Times) moving new performance celebrating the transformative power of grief and parenthood.

“Tremendous” ★★★★ The Guardian
“Mighty theatrical lyricism" ★★★★ The Scotsman

Last Rites is made possible through funding from Arts Council England and Bristol City Council and co-commissioned by London International Mime Festival, Derby Theatre and Corn Exchange Newbury. This production is supported by Paul and Joanna Pearson.

Last Rites is a non-verbal piece of theatre with no spoken words that is accessible to Deaf and hearing audiences. The performance includes some BSL with creative captioning and a soundtrack with heavy use of bass so that it can be felt or heard by audience members.

Age guidance: 14+. Contains strobe lighting, haze, loud music, heavy use of bass, themes of grief and death, parental abuse and trauma.

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Love LEGO®?

The Brick People - offering a wide range of exciting LEGO® related activities!

Each show consist of various LEGO® activity tables, some containing self-building activities including mosaic building and random brick building, along with tables featuring monitored activities such as a timed tower build and small model builds, where names of the challengers are written on a leader board for the day for all to see.

There are also a selection of amazing official and unofficial LEGO® creations by The Brick People and the wider LEGO® hobbyist community.

Come along to enjoy a series of free-flow workshops including:

● SPEED BUILD - Think you’ve got good skills? Try the speed build challenge.
● RACEWAY - Build a vehicle to race down our track made with LEGO® and make it to the bottom!
● MOSAICS - Create a mosaic using LEGO® DOTS and add your design to the mosaic display
● TIMED TOWER - How tall can you make a tower with LEGO® in just 1 minute?
● YOUNG BUILDERS - LEGO® DUPLO® bricks to keep the youngest builders occupied!
● EXHIBITOR DISPLAYS - The BRICK People are connected to a large network of LEGO® enthusiasts from all over the country and some of their most wonderful creations will be on display today.

"Having The Brick People at Cranleigh Arts centre was an absolute pleasure, The atmosphere in the building was magic with happy faces young and old. We cannot wait until they return." - Sophie Woods, Director, Cranleigh Arts

Presented by Makin Projects.

Age guidance: 3+.

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Love LEGO®?

The Brick People - offering a wide range of exciting LEGO® related activities!

Each show consist of various LEGO® activity tables, some containing self-building activities including mosaic building and random brick building, along with tables featuring monitored activities such as a timed tower build and small model builds, where names of the challengers are written on a leader board for the day for all to see.

There are also a selection of amazing official and unofficial LEGO® creations by The Brick People and the wider LEGO® hobbyist community.

Come along to enjoy a series of free-flow workshops including:

● SPEED BUILD - Think you’ve got good skills? Try the speed build challenge.
● RACEWAY - Build a vehicle to race down our track made with LEGO® and make it to the bottom!
● MOSAICS - Create a mosaic using LEGO® DOTS and add your design to the mosaic display
● TIMED TOWER - How tall can you make a tower with LEGO® in just 1 minute?
● YOUNG BUILDERS - LEGO® DUPLO® bricks to keep the youngest builders occupied!
● EXHIBITOR DISPLAYS - The BRICK People are connected to a large network of LEGO® enthusiasts from all over the country and some of their most wonderful creations will be on display today.

"Having The Brick People at Cranleigh Arts centre was an absolute pleasure, The atmosphere in the building was magic with happy faces young and old. We cannot wait until they return." - Sophie Woods, Director, Cranleigh Arts

Presented by Makin Projects.

Age guidance: 3+.

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Love LEGO®?

The Brick People - offering a wide range of exciting LEGO® related activities!

Each show consist of various LEGO® activity tables, some containing self-building activities including mosaic building and random brick building, along with tables featuring monitored activities such as a timed tower build and small model builds, where names of the challengers are written on a leader board for the day for all to see.

There are also a selection of amazing official and unofficial LEGO® creations by The Brick People and the wider LEGO® hobbyist community.

Come along to enjoy a series of free-flow workshops including:

● SPEED BUILD - Think you’ve got good skills? Try the speed build challenge.
● RACEWAY - Build a vehicle to race down our track made with LEGO® and make it to the bottom!
● MOSAICS - Create a mosaic using LEGO® DOTS and add your design to the mosaic display
● TIMED TOWER - How tall can you make a tower with LEGO® in just 1 minute?
● YOUNG BUILDERS - LEGO® DUPLO® bricks to keep the youngest builders occupied!
● EXHIBITOR DISPLAYS - The BRICK People are connected to a large network of LEGO® enthusiasts from all over the country and some of their most wonderful creations will be on display today.

"Having The Brick People at Cranleigh Arts centre was an absolute pleasure, The atmosphere in the building was magic with happy faces young and old. We cannot wait until they return." - Sophie Woods, Director, Cranleigh Arts

Presented by Makin Projects.

Age guidance: 3+.

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Love LEGO®?

The Brick People - offering a wide range of exciting LEGO® related activities!

Each show consist of various LEGO® activity tables, some containing self-building activities including mosaic building and random brick building, along with tables featuring monitored activities such as a timed tower build and small model builds, where names of the challengers are written on a leader board for the day for all to see.

There are also a selection of amazing official and unofficial LEGO® creations by The Brick People and the wider LEGO® hobbyist community.

Come along to enjoy a series of free-flow workshops including:

● SPEED BUILD - Think you’ve got good skills? Try the speed build challenge.
● RACEWAY - Build a vehicle to race down our track made with LEGO® and make it to the bottom!
● MOSAICS - Create a mosaic using LEGO® DOTS and add your design to the mosaic display
● TIMED TOWER - How tall can you make a tower with LEGO® in just 1 minute?
● YOUNG BUILDERS - LEGO® DUPLO® bricks to keep the youngest builders occupied!
● EXHIBITOR DISPLAYS - The BRICK People are connected to a large network of LEGO® enthusiasts from all over the country and some of their most wonderful creations will be on display today.

"Having The Brick People at Cranleigh Arts centre was an absolute pleasure, The atmosphere in the building was magic with happy faces young and old. We cannot wait until they return." - Sophie Woods, Director, Cranleigh Arts

Presented by Makin Projects.

Age guidance: 3+.

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Love LEGO®?

The Brick People - offering a wide range of exciting LEGO® related activities!

Each show consist of various LEGO® activity tables, some containing self-building activities including mosaic building and random brick building, along with tables featuring monitored activities such as a timed tower build and small model builds, where names of the challengers are written on a leader board for the day for all to see.

There are also a selection of amazing official and unofficial LEGO® creations by The Brick People and the wider LEGO® hobbyist community.

Come along to enjoy a series of free-flow workshops including:

● SPEED BUILD - Think you’ve got good skills? Try the speed build challenge.
● RACEWAY - Build a vehicle to race down our track made with LEGO® and make it to the bottom!
● MOSAICS - Create a mosaic using LEGO® DOTS and add your design to the mosaic display
● TIMED TOWER - How tall can you make a tower with LEGO® in just 1 minute?
● YOUNG BUILDERS - LEGO® DUPLO® bricks to keep the youngest builders occupied!
● EXHIBITOR DISPLAYS - The BRICK People are connected to a large network of LEGO® enthusiasts from all over the country and some of their most wonderful creations will be on display today.

"Having The Brick People at Cranleigh Arts centre was an absolute pleasure, The atmosphere in the building was magic with happy faces young and old. We cannot wait until they return." - Sophie Woods, Director, Cranleigh Arts

Presented by Makin Projects.

Age guidance: 3+.

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Like the name says - it’s a 'Comedy Club 4 Kids!'

Cracking entertainment for everyone over six years old and under 400 years old (no vampires).

Since 2005, the 'Comedy Club 4 Kids' has been getting the best stand-ups and sketch acts from the international circuit to do their thing for an audience of children and their families… but without the rude bits! It's just like a normal comedy club, but it's on in the day, kids are allowed in, and there is a higher than usual chance of heckles like "why is that your face!?"

‘A highlight for children... giving them a taste of some of the biggest names in comedy with the fun, rowdy feel of a real comedy club.’ - The Guardian

‘The perfect way to entertain the whole family.’ - Three Weeks

‘The ethos is just right.’ - The Daily Telegraph

‘This show was great!’ - The Scotsman

Presented by Isabelle Adam.

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Join much-loved children's writer and illustrator Nick Sharratt in a family-friendly, fun-filled drawalong for all ages.

He’ll be taking a look at some of his favourite books, showing you how to create characters like Tracy Beaker and Timothy Pope, sharing ways to invent your own crazy creatures and giving loads of top tips as you drawalong with him.

Nick has illustrated close to 300 books including the much-loved ‘You Choose’, ‘Shark in the Park’ and ‘Pants’ series.

He’s worked with authors including Julia Donaldson, Michael Rosen and Kes Gray, and he’s also illustrated lots of Dame Jacqueline Wilson’s phenomenally popular children’s novels. Nick’s been awarded a gold Blue Peter badge too!

Bring pencils, paper and something to lean on and expect plenty of chances to join in!

Age guidance: 4+.

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The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world!

Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts. On the surface it’s a riot of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences but under the bonnet it’s a brilliantly-constructed curriculum-driven adventure designed to inspire Britain’s kids with a lasting fascination for science.

Expect enormous bottoms, f*rt machines, snot cocktails, vast whoopee cushions, pee-powered fireworks and ear-wax-oozing mannequins in this celebration of the fascinating bodily science essential to life. The show transforms complex biology, physics and chemistry into educational hilarity using Stef’s signature stunts and encyclopaedic science knowledge.

Stefan Gates is an award-winning presenter of 20 TV series (including five for CBBC including Incredible Edibles, Gastrolab and Gastronuts), and a STEM author of 12 books (including Fartology and Science You Can Eat), and he’s internationally renowned for his clever, high-octane, highly-educational stage shows that inspire young audiences to fall in love with science.

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The naughtiest, funniest, most revolting science show in the world!

Brace yourselves for BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates’ revolutionary, high-tech, highly-explosive new show, packed with outrageous science stunts. On the surface it’s a riot of disgusting experiments built to delight young audiences but under the bonnet it’s a brilliantly-constructed curriculum-driven adventure designed to inspire Britain’s kids with a lasting fascination for science.

Expect enormous bottoms, f*rt machines, snot cocktails, vast whoopee cushions, pee-powered fireworks and ear-wax-oozing mannequins in this celebration of the fascinating bodily science essential to life. The show transforms complex biology, physics and chemistry into educational hilarity using Stef’s signature stunts and encyclopaedic science knowledge.

Stefan Gates is an award-winning presenter of 20 TV series (including five for CBBC including Incredible Edibles, Gastrolab and Gastronuts), and a STEM author of 12 books (including Fartology and Science You Can Eat), and he’s internationally renowned for his clever, high-octane, highly-educational stage shows that inspire young audiences to fall in love with science.

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By Alan Ayckbourn, directed by Michael Cabot.

Five birthdays. Two unhappy marriages. One possessive mother.

It is 1976. Dennis tinkers in his garage, cheerfully indifferent to wife Vera’s impending breakdown. Marjorie hovers in the background, making tea and finding fault. Neil has planned a birthday surprise for his wife, but Pam doesn’t share his enthusiasm, preoccupied by frustrations of her own.

In perhaps his most emotionally charged play, Alan Ayckbourn masterfully evokes a world of hidden tensions and suppressed hostility. He skilfully navigates the tightrope between comedy and tragedy, guiding us towards a hilarious, yet chilling finale.

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By Alan Ayckbourn, directed by Michael Cabot.

Five birthdays. Two unhappy marriages. One possessive mother.

It is 1976. Dennis tinkers in his garage, cheerfully indifferent to wife Vera’s impending breakdown. Marjorie hovers in the background, making tea and finding fault. Neil has planned a birthday surprise for his wife, but Pam doesn’t share his enthusiasm, preoccupied by frustrations of her own.

In perhaps his most emotionally charged play, Alan Ayckbourn masterfully evokes a world of hidden tensions and suppressed hostility. He skilfully navigates the tightrope between comedy and tragedy, guiding us towards a hilarious, yet chilling finale.

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By Alan Ayckbourn, directed by Michael Cabot.

Five birthdays. Two unhappy marriages. One possessive mother.

It is 1976. Dennis tinkers in his garage, cheerfully indifferent to wife Vera’s impending breakdown. Marjorie hovers in the background, making tea and finding fault. Neil has planned a birthday surprise for his wife, but Pam doesn’t share his enthusiasm, preoccupied by frustrations of her own.

In perhaps his most emotionally charged play, Alan Ayckbourn masterfully evokes a world of hidden tensions and suppressed hostility. He skilfully navigates the tightrope between comedy and tragedy, guiding us towards a hilarious, yet chilling finale.

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By Alan Ayckbourn, directed by Michael Cabot.

Five birthdays. Two unhappy marriages. One possessive mother.

It is 1976. Dennis tinkers in his garage, cheerfully indifferent to wife Vera’s impending breakdown. Marjorie hovers in the background, making tea and finding fault. Neil has planned a birthday surprise for his wife, but Pam doesn’t share his enthusiasm, preoccupied by frustrations of her own.

In perhaps his most emotionally charged play, Alan Ayckbourn masterfully evokes a world of hidden tensions and suppressed hostility. He skilfully navigates the tightrope between comedy and tragedy, guiding us towards a hilarious, yet chilling finale.

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WOLSEY WRITERS

Meet. Write. Share.

Wolsey Writers is a creative writing group based at New Wolsey Theatre since 2015.

Our community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. We welcome writing in any genre. We welcome writers from diverse backgrounds. We welcome all levels of experience and aspirations of every size – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy.

Led by Katie Ward, an award-winning author from Suffolk, every session includes tips to improve your creative practice, focused writing time, peer support and inspiration.

‘I come away from Wolsey Writers wanting to go home and write. That’s how I feel.’

‘You have boosted my ability to ‘just write’ beyond my expectations and it is helping me push my current novel forward.’

‘Humble, informative and inspirational – that is surely the success and key to Wolsey Writers.’

Suitable for adults, and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing. Check socials for updates, including our next theme: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter.

Throughout 2025 Wolsey Writers will meet on the first Saturday of the month (except August) in the upstairs bar. Doors open 10am for 10:30am start (ends 12pm). Tickets are pay what you feel.

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Join us for a journey around the New Wolsey Theatre to gain exclusive insights into how our fabulous productions come together. Discover what happens behind-the-scenes, learn about our vibrant history and experience how shows are developed from basic concepts into the dazzling shows you see on our stage.

The tour will last approximately an hour. The tour route includes stairs, spiral staircases and some narrow areas. If you would like to attend a tour and you are a wheelchair user or have any specific access requirements, please give us a call ahead of booking to discuss how we can make the tour as accessible as possible for you.

If you have a membership with us your ticket will automatically be discounted when you add a £10 ticket to your basket.

Full Price: £10
Disabled: £10 with assisting companion tickets free of charge
Members: £7.50
Under 18's: £5

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By Alan Ayckbourn, directed by Michael Cabot.

Five birthdays. Two unhappy marriages. One possessive mother.

It is 1976. Dennis tinkers in his garage, cheerfully indifferent to wife Vera’s impending breakdown. Marjorie hovers in the background, making tea and finding fault. Neil has planned a birthday surprise for his wife, but Pam doesn’t share his enthusiasm, preoccupied by frustrations of her own.

In perhaps his most emotionally charged play, Alan Ayckbourn masterfully evokes a world of hidden tensions and suppressed hostility. He skilfully navigates the tightrope between comedy and tragedy, guiding us towards a hilarious, yet chilling finale.

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By Alan Ayckbourn, directed by Michael Cabot.

Five birthdays. Two unhappy marriages. One possessive mother.

It is 1976. Dennis tinkers in his garage, cheerfully indifferent to wife Vera’s impending breakdown. Marjorie hovers in the background, making tea and finding fault. Neil has planned a birthday surprise for his wife, but Pam doesn’t share his enthusiasm, preoccupied by frustrations of her own.

In perhaps his most emotionally charged play, Alan Ayckbourn masterfully evokes a world of hidden tensions and suppressed hostility. He skilfully navigates the tightrope between comedy and tragedy, guiding us towards a hilarious, yet chilling finale.

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“Welcome to our space. You are a guest, and we are not f..kin’ sorry!”

The Not Your Circus Dog collective return after their sold-out runs in 2019 and 2022 for more shameless sexy punk crip cabaret. With luscious lip syncs, sweaty dances and verbatim stories have your preconceptions rattled as we take you to the edge.

‘These four performers are some of the bravest, boldest, most candid and risk-taking on the contemporary London theatre scene.’
Disability Arts Online

★★★★★ - ‘An incredibly life-affirming event.’ - Broadway World

★★★★ - ‘Perfectly deliver the message that learning disabled and neurodivergent performers…are a true force to be reckoned with.’ - North West End

Age Guidance: 16+.

Content advice: discussions of hate crimes and sex, strong language and some audience participation.

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“Welcome to our space. You are a guest, and we are not f..kin’ sorry!”

The Not Your Circus Dog collective return after their sold-out runs in 2019 and 2022 for more shameless sexy punk crip cabaret. With luscious lip syncs, sweaty dances and verbatim stories have your preconceptions rattled as we take you to the edge.

‘These four performers are some of the bravest, boldest, most candid and risk-taking on the contemporary London theatre scene.’
Disability Arts Online

★★★★★ - ‘An incredibly life-affirming event.’ - Broadway World

★★★★ - ‘Perfectly deliver the message that learning disabled and neurodivergent performers…are a true force to be reckoned with.’ - North West End

Age Guidance: 16+.

Content advice: discussions of hate crimes and sex, strong language and some audience participation.

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“Welcome to our space. You are a guest, and we are not f..kin’ sorry!”

The Not Your Circus Dog collective return after their sold-out runs in 2019 and 2022 for more shameless sexy punk crip cabaret. With luscious lip syncs, sweaty dances and verbatim stories have your preconceptions rattled as we take you to the edge.

‘These four performers are some of the bravest, boldest, most candid and risk-taking on the contemporary London theatre scene.’
Disability Arts Online

★★★★★ - ‘An incredibly life-affirming event.’ - Broadway World

★★★★ - ‘Perfectly deliver the message that learning disabled and neurodivergent performers…are a true force to be reckoned with.’ - North West End

Age Guidance: 16+.

Content advice: discussions of hate crimes and sex, strong language and some audience participation.

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Vamos Theatre, in a co-commission with London International Mime Festival and a co-production with New Wolsey Theatre, presents 'Boy on the Roof' Acceptance, understanding and love find their way to centre stage. Nominated as a Top 50 show in the UK by the stage, this is a show that you will not want to miss.

Created through Community Conversations across the UK, gathering people’s experiences of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADHD), loneliness, aging, hearing loss, connection and community, Vamos Theatre’s 'Boy on the Roof' is the story of an unlikely friendship, where acceptance, understanding and love find their way to centre stage.

At No.73 Cooper St, Brian Baxter wishes his son wasn’t so irritating. Liam Baxter can’t switch off, can’t sit still, he’s disruptive at school and chaotic at home. As for Liam, he just wishes someone understood him. Three doors down, Albert keeps himself to himself, sticks to his routines. At 91, he knows what he likes and likes what he knows. But Albert misses his wife and just wishes that someone, somewhere would have time for him. When Liam and Albert’s paths cross, no one can fathom what on earth they have in common. But the boy and the man share more than they know, and what slowly grows is a friendship that both of them need, even if the rest of the world can’t see it.

As with all its productions, Vamos Theatre welcomes everyone to see 'Boy on the Roof,' including people who may need a more accepting auditorium environment. The company invites all its audiences to join in supporting this inclusivity, so that everyone feels welcome.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A poignant exploration of loneliness, connection and friendship.”
Oliver Jones, The Stage

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “If you’ve never seen full mask theatre, there could be no better introduction than Vamos Theatre – the irresistible mix of humour and heartbreak makes them a must-see.”
The Hereford Times

Age guidance: 12+. Contains references to drugs.

Production photography: Graeme Braidwood

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Vamos Theatre, in a co-commission with London International Mime Festival and a co-production with New Wolsey Theatre, presents 'Boy on the Roof' Acceptance, understanding and love find their way to centre stage. Nominated as a Top 50 show in the UK by the stage, this is a show that you will not want to miss.

Created through Community Conversations across the UK, gathering people’s experiences of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADHD), loneliness, aging, hearing loss, connection and community, Vamos Theatre’s 'Boy on the Roof' is the story of an unlikely friendship, where acceptance, understanding and love find their way to centre stage.

At No.73 Cooper St, Brian Baxter wishes his son wasn’t so irritating. Liam Baxter can’t switch off, can’t sit still, he’s disruptive at school and chaotic at home. As for Liam, he just wishes someone understood him. Three doors down, Albert keeps himself to himself, sticks to his routines. At 91, he knows what he likes and likes what he knows. But Albert misses his wife and just wishes that someone, somewhere would have time for him. When Liam and Albert’s paths cross, no one can fathom what on earth they have in common. But the boy and the man share more than they know, and what slowly grows is a friendship that both of them need, even if the rest of the world can’t see it.

As with all its productions, Vamos Theatre welcomes everyone to see 'Boy on the Roof,' including people who may need a more accepting auditorium environment. The company invites all its audiences to join in supporting this inclusivity, so that everyone feels welcome.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A poignant exploration of loneliness, connection and friendship.”
Oliver Jones, The Stage

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “If you’ve never seen full mask theatre, there could be no better introduction than Vamos Theatre – the irresistible mix of humour and heartbreak makes them a must-see.”
The Hereford Times

Age guidance: 12+. Contains references to drugs.

Production photography: Graeme Braidwood

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