Chickenshed events
10 Nov: Live music with Jo Collins & Friends
Jo Collins is an immensely talented singer-songwriter and is also Director of Music at Chickenshed. Backed by her in-house band, Jo plays a thrilling set of eclectic covers taking in pop, soul, funk and folk. During the evening guests are also welcome to take to the stage for a song or two as part of this fun, relaxed and highly enjoyable Saturday night event.
8.30pm
16 Nov: A Bit Of A Mouthful – An Evening with Ian Shaw
Ian Shaw, BBC Award winner for Best Male Jazz Vocalist on numerous occasions, started out as a stand–up comedian. He graduated to singing with Quincy Jones and Dame Cleo Laine, and has played the Devil in Jerry Springer the Opera. Throughout 2011, Ian was on tour with Rory Bremner, singing and honing material for his new one-man show A Bit Of A Mouthful.
This evening will highlight all of Ian’s performing skills, from poignant or witty takes on popular songs, to daring and often very personal tales of a jazz singer’s life on the road.
Expect funny, new original ditties and hilarious audience participation alongside heartfelt ballads from his critically acclaimed solo album Somewhere Towards Love.
”A high-class performance of timelessly high-class songs.” The Guardian
7pm-7.45pm warm-up act from Middlesex University BA Jazz students
8.30pm-11.15pm main act – includes 30mins interval
28 Nov 2012 – 12 Jan 2013: Sleeping Beauty – Dream On
Chickenshed proudly presents Sleeping Beauty – Dream On, serving up a familiar story in an entirely fresh and funky way.
Warning: this is not a ‘pantomime’ in the traditional sense, but we can guarantee a magical, fun and festive treat for all the family.
And you thought you already knew all about Sleeping Beauty? Dream on!
The show is suitable for those aged 5 and above.
Ticket prices – £11-20
Running time: approx 2hrs (including an interval)
Captioned and Audio Described Performances will also take place. Sign Language will be integrated into every performance of Sleeping Beauty – Dream On.
For further information about Access Performances please visit the website www.chickenshed.org.uk or contact the Box Office on [email protected]
