WHAT WAS ON IN JULY 2006
Wed 28 Jun to
Sat 1 Jul 2006
Oliver! - The Duchess Community High School
The High School return with a sparkling and moving production of one of the most popular musicals ever written.
Sat 1 Jul to
Sat 29 Jul 2006
Miscellany - Jane McCracken - Drawings
An exhibition of superb drawings from a locally based artist. Her work is based on a broad range of experiences
Sun 2 Jul  2006
Gospel Day for Singing - 20,000 Voices
A full day workshop in Gospel singing led by Sharon Durant, suitable for all ages and experiences
Wed 5 Jul  2006
Withering Looks - Lip Service
Lip Service return with their hilarious insight into the lives and works of those three Bronte Sisters - well two of them actually because Anne has conveniently popped out for a cup of sugar! Comedy theatre at its finest.
Thu 6 Jul  2006
Which Witch? - Rock Hall School
Magic, spells, witches and wizards! The whole school perform this whacky and fantastic story by the award winning writer Eva Ibbotson.
Fri 7 Jul  2006
Giselle - Independent Ballet Wales
A new version of this moving tale of love and loss from Darius James that uses Adolphe Adam’s timeless music to create an unforgettable evening of physical theatre and classical ballet.
Sat 8 Jul  2006
Blazin’ Fiddles
One of the most passionate and exciting bands to be found in traditional music - five superb Scottish fiddlers in full flight.
Wed 12 Jul  2006
Once in a Lifetime    (cert. 12a)
The incredible true story of one man's attempt to introduce football to America in the early seventies. A great story and very well told
Thu 13 Jul  2006
Rod Clements and the Ghosts of Electricity
The co-founder of Lindisfarne returns to the Playhouse with his fantastic new band
Fri 14 Jul to
Sat 15 Jul 2006
Memories and Musicals - Alnwick Stage Musical Society
As they approach their 20th anniversary the members of Alnwick Stage Musical Society present a musical reminder of some of their favourite shows
Tue 18 Jul to
Thu 20 Jul 2006
Music for a Summer's Eve - The Virtuoso Jazz Trio
A series of summer evening church concerts around the district with this hugely accomplished trio
Wed 19 Jul  2006
Freshlyground
The contemporary sound of Southern Africa from this wonderful seven piece band from Cape Town. Infectious rhythms drawn from traditional Mbiras and modern instruments
Thu 20 Jul  2006
The Blockheads
One of the biggest bands of the late 70s and 80s - still making great music and sounding as fresh as ever.
Fri 21 Jul  2006
Jane Eyre: A Dramatic Reading by Claire Bloom
One of the country's leading Shakespearean actresses presents her extraordinary one woman show exploring the life of Charlotte Bronte's heroine, Jane Eyre
Sat 22 Jul  2006
Julie Fowlis
Extraordinary young singer from the Island of North Uist in the Outer Hebrides, Julie has a beautifully clear voice and sings haunting and evocative tunes in both English and her native Gaelic
Tue 25 Jul  2006
Confetti    (cert. 15)
Hilarious low budget British comedy about three couple's attempts to stage the most original wedding and claim a prize!
Wed 26 Jul  2006
The Chart Tribute Show
A great night out for all the family - all your favourite chart hits performed by an energetic cast of singers and dancers.
Thu 27 Jul  2006
Mission: Impossible III    (cert. 12a)
Great action film with Tom Cruise returning in another high-tech adventure yarn.
Thu 27 Jul  2006
P***pots and Portraits - NTC Interact
A look at the nature of Art, presented by NTC's student group before their performances at the Edinburgh Festival
Fri 28 Jul  2006
Hey Gringo! Through Peru - Peter Searles
Hilarious one-man show about an unlikely voyage through Peru and South America. Very funny - and on its way to a second run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Special price for 4 shows in our 'Stand Alone!' series -ask at Box Office as places are limited
Sat 29 Jul  2006
Family Day for Singing
A lively and fun filled musical session for the whole family led by Glen and Alyson Chaney
Sat 29 Jul  2006
Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra with guests Sam Brown and Ruby Turner - Alnwick Castle venue
A brilliant opportunity to see and hear this rhythm and blues legend in a picnic style concert on The Pastures at Alnwick Castle
Sat 29 Jul  2006
Prof Bumm's Story Machine - Black Sheep
Prof Bumm and his assistant Dr Whee create improvised stories from the audience's suggestions. Hilarious and original - for children aged 7 and over
Mon 31 Jul to
Sat 5 Aug 2006
Alnwick International Music Festival
A different show every night from the many performers who will be arriving in Alnwick for this year's Music Festival as they share some of their culture with us