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SUMMER THEATRE
Wednesdays to Saturdays 9th to 12th July and
16th to 19th July
at 7:30pm
(but on the Fridays at 8:00pm) SAC Music & Drama Group
presents
by Jeremy Lloyd and David Croft
Based on the hugely popular TV comedy series, the stage version of this
show follows the adventures of René the hapless café-owner in war-torn
occupied France. His café is full of Germans who he has to be nice to, his
wife Edith, who he also has to be nice to and his waitresses Yvette and Mimi
who he enjoys being nice to when his wife isn’t about!
He is hiding two British Airmen in his cellar and with the help of Michelle
of the Resistance is trying to repatriate them. However, communications with
London through a wireless disguised as a cockatoo, add to the many
embarrassments he endures. He and Edith are struggling to keep for
themselves a priceless portrait stolen by the Nazis which they have been
forced to hide in a sausage in their cellar. Herr Flick of the Gestapo wants
the painting and Col von Strohm also wants the painting. Matters are made
worse by a rumour that Hitler is about to visit the town and come to the
café. The new district commander General von Schmelling decides that he also
wants this painting so that he can give it to Hitler when he visits the
café. As a result the café becomes filled with tricksters who all think they
have good reasons to impersonate the Führer.
With all this going on René faces being shot by the Gestapo, the Resistance
or – his wife!!
Hilariously funny, this play is full of classic farce set-ups, physical
comedy, visual gags, ridiculously amusing fake accents and fast moving
action.
Tickets: £10.00, SAC Members £8.00
Under 18s: £5.00
Friday Evening Pre-Theatre Suppers
on 11th and 18th July at 6:30pm
You too can get in the mood and sample life in
René's cafe by booking a pre show supper on Friday 11th or 18th July.
A French experience without Rene's chaos – we hope!!
Two Courses: £10.00
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SUMMER SCHOOL
Monday 28th July to Friday 1st August
Shaftesbury Arts Centre’s
THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOL
for 10 to 13 year olds
Take part in a
range of workshop sessions
to develop skills in
Drama Stage Design
Make-Up Costume
Props Stage Management
Sound Lighting Special Effects Theatrical Dance
Vocal Production
End of Course Performance on Friday 1st August
`The programme for the week's summer school will focus on the skills for
theatre performances, encompassing drama, theatrical dance, vocal
production, the technical areas of set design and manufacture, sound and
lighting, with a chance to take part in sessions to produce special effects.
The course will be taught by a team of experienced staff with a wide
range of theatrical and teaching experience. All staff are active members of
Shaftesbury Arts Centre.
Participants will get the chance to show-case their work in an end of course
performance and exhibition.
Previous stage experience is not necessary.
Groups will be split when necessary according to age and interests.
Places will be limited so make sure you book early.
Age Range: 10-13 although we can be flexible in suitable individual
cases.
Each day will begin at 8:45am,
or at 8:00am for breakfast club for which there will be an additional charge
of £2.00
There will be two 15 minute breaks and a 45 minute lunch break.
The day closes at 3:00pm for prompt collection.
What you will need to bring: comfortable clothing which allows movement -
e,g. jeans; T shirt;
packed lunch and drinks;
notepad and pen;
make-up removal items.
What we will provide:
a summer school T-shirt;
refreshments for breaks mid morning and afternoon.
Cost:
The total cost for the week is £95/head, £85/sibling;
£85/SAC member, £75/member sibling.
A deposit of £25.00 must be paid on booking.
Please contact Shaftesbury Arts Centre Box Office
13 Bell Street, Shaftesbury, Dorset,SP3 6AF,
Tel: 01747 854321, to reserve your place.
Places are limited so don't delay!
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