Kingston's Own Theatre
Kingston
is well known as a shopper's
paradise, for it's riverside pubs and good restaurants but if you want
a night out at the theatre then get in the car and go to Richmond. Given
Kingston's dramatic and royal past it seems absurd that it's theatreless.
Until now that has been the case.
But
thanks to the relentless planning and campaigning of the Kingston Theatre
Trust this is the point of change. Later this year work starts on a new
theatre at the Charter Quay Site on the south side of the Clattern Bridge
opposite the police station.
The
theatre is to have 3 performance areas: a main auditorium, a studio and
a rehearsal room. The design inspiration is, fittingly, Elizabethan and
it is expected to be a springboard
for local talent.
The
Kingston Theatre Trust organised an amazing pageant at the end of
May which thrilled those who turned up for it and took unsuspecting Sunday
shoppers by surprise. It was a stunning and informative spectacle which
really brought home to the Kingston population that it needs a venue of
it's own to display such talent.
| Richmond
Theatre's Education Initiative Though this page is primarily for Kingston, we felt that the superb programmes put together by the new education department at Richmond Theatre is really worth a mention. Here is a rundown of what they have planned. If you want to book an activity call 020 8940 0088. If you would like more info call 020 8940 0220. Sat 8 July 12pm: Oklahoma Make up workshops: experienced make-up artist highlights the techniques of character make-up including tricks of the trade. 30 places available. £6.50 Postman Pat Letter Writing Skills for 5-7 year olds: Free drop in workshop for 45 minutes- everything from how to address an envelope invitations. Thu 27 July 7pm The Mouse is Mightier than the pen: Lively debate about the future of letter writing in the face of IT led by Royal Mail IBM.com. Summer Skills Days : Tickets £15 Tue 29 Aug Musical Theatre for 11+ year olds. A day of learning to sing and dance a la 'West End'. 40 places. Wed 30 Aug: Stage management and technical skills for 14+ year olds. Learn about the role of the production stage manager. 18 places. Thur 31 Aug: Circus and clown school: 8-14 years: Learn the traditional skills of plate spinning, stilt walking, juggling, diablo and clowning. 40 places DON'T MISS 4- 9 September: Entertaining Mr Sloane: The Joe Orton 60's classic starring Alison Steadman and Clive Francis and Brian Pringle. Evening Standard Award for Best Play of the Year. |
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