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Spring Shows 2013As I write, we have just come to the end of a

tremendously successful pantomime season, with over 17,500 people coming through the doors in three weeks to see our production of ‘Beauty and the Beast’. Whilst, like all businesses, theatres have been affected by the economic downturn, the ‘feel-good’ shows such as pantos, are holding up well. We have plenty of them for you to enjoy this Spring, including visits from the Chinese State Circus, the Shaolin Warriors, Chas & Dave and That’ll Be The Day.

As always, we have a particularly strong line up of comedians, including Chris Addison, Lee Nelson and Julian Clary, and a number of first class shows for children, including Tiddler, Ben and Holly, and Milkshake Live! It’s also never too early to book for this year’s pantomime, ‘Peter Pan’!

Those of you who haven’t visited the Princes Hall in a while will have noticed the new Westgate complex that recently opened adjacent to the theatre. The seven-screen Cineworld cinema and Morrison’s supermarket opened at the end of October, with Prezzo, Harvester, Toby Carvery and Frankie & Benny’s opening just before Christmas. Mimosa, Pizza Express, Nandos and Subway are due to follow in early 2013. For a fully-let complex such as this to be opening in the current economic climate is a fantastic achievement, and a reflection of the confidence investors have in the future of Aldershot. We are certain that the Princes Hall, as well as other businesses in the town centre, can only benefit from the increase in footfall the new complex is sure to attract. We need to ensure that

the theatre, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, is placed to make the most of this exciting opportunity.

A few months ago we launched the theatre’s new website which, as well as having a fresh new look, gave customers the ability to book specific seats for shows, rather than simply being allocated the ‘best available’. It has proved a tremendous success, with the number of visits to the site shooting up, and almost 40% of customers now booking their seats online. Booking tickets online is an extremely simple process, so why not give it a go? At the very least, make sure you let our Box Office staff know your email address the next time you are booking a ticket, and you will be kept informed of new shows, as and when they go on sale.

These welcome messages provide a good platform for me to publicly acknowledge the continued hard work of the theatre staff. We have an exceptional team here, and I am very proud to work with them.

Finally, if you have any feedback about our service, good or bad, then please let me know on my direct line 01252 398570.

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Welcome to our new ‘What’s On’ brochure giving information about all our professional shows during the first half of 2013.

JANUARYMonday 28 Anna Karenina 27

FEBRUARYMonday 18 Hope Springs 27

Wednesday 20 Pam Ayres 4

Thursday 21 & Friday 22 Chinese State Circus 5

MARCHFriday 1 All Star Super Slam Wrestling 6

Keep up to date with all the latest news!twitter.com/princeshallfacebook.com/princeshall

Enjoy the season!

David PhillipsManager, January 2013

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Sunday 3 Moscow Ballet - Coppélia 6

Monday 4 Quartet 27

Wednesday 6 Psychic Sally On The Road 7

Friday 8 Russell Kane 7

Wednesday 13Chris Addison 8

Tuesday 19 - Saturday 23 The Sound of Music 8

Monday 25 Great Expectations 28

APRILFriday 5 Tap That 9

Sunday 7 Echoes of Elvis 9

Wednesday 10 Remember When 9

Thursday 11 Shaolin Warriors 1

Wednesday 17 Chas & Dave 10

Friday 19 Hart MVC 8th Young SingersConcert 11

Monday 22 Life of Pi 28

MAYSunday 5 Queen of the Dance 11

Tuesday 7 & Wednesday 8 Tiddler 12

Friday 10 Lee Nelson 13

Thursday 16 That’ll Be The Day 13

Sunday Julian Clary 14

Monday 20 Les Miserables 28

Thursday 23 Stephen Venables 15

JUNEFriday 7 Barry Steele asRoy Orbison & Friends 15

Sunday 9 Milkshake! Live 16

Wednesday 12Jethro 16

JULYTuesday 30 & Wednesday 31 Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom 17

AUGUST Saturday 31 The Big Guns 17

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The fayre is a wonderful opportunity to meet and chat to a wide range of wedding specialists and suppliers,

who will all be gathered under one roof, for one day only! Anyone looking for their dream wedding cake, ideal

photographer or ultimate wedding car, can come along, see what’s on offer and plan their perfect day.Free

Admission

EXCLUSIVE FASHION SHOWS AT 12PM & 2.30PM Dates available for wedding receptions at the Princes Hall in 2013

Sunday 27th January at 11am – 3.30pm

Please call 01252 327671 or visit www.princeshall.com/weddingfayre

Come along and join us at our popular

Weds 20th February7.30pm Wedding Fayre

PAM AYRESPam Ayres is the “People’s Poet”, and much of the current popularity of today’s Performance Poetry is due to this funny, clever, and perceptive lady. She has been an audience favourite for over 35 years for her observations on the comic details of everyday life.

“PAM AYRES has an incredible way with an audience. She was really one of the funniest comics I’ve seen, and it’s because of her rapport. She just treats the audience like a huge roomful of friends.”THE PRESS -GRAND OPERA HOUSE, YORK – MAR 2012

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Thurs 21st & Fri 22nd FebruaryThurs 7.30pm, Fri 2.30pm & 7.30pm

“Never has such excitement been generated in a theatre...

the whole audience hangs breathless!”

Manchester Evening News

“The most exhilarating circus it has ever been my

privilege to see”London Evening Standard

Thirty Chinese artistes perform remarkable

acrobatics, martial arts and live music. Feature

acts include an incredible display of human juggling,

the legendary ‘Bicycle Act’, the superb swinging

poles, the sensational contortionist and the dynamic hoop divers

with their amazing acrobatics. Also see the

first UK appearance of the formidable Shaolin Master, known as ‘The One’, in this daring, breath-taking and

thrilling family show.

2000 years of tradition explode on stage with

a spectacular 2 hour extravaganza.

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Ballet’s Livin’ Doll captivates the flirtatious franz - to the despair of his feisty fiance Swanilda.

But, of course, it’s all a bit of a wind-up and true love eventually wins the day in this truly enchanting tale of eccentric Doctor Coppelius and his clockwork creation.

A hugely enjoyable dance-spectacular, perfect for ballet lovers of all ages.

Fri 1st March7.30pm

Tickets: £15, Children £12, Family (4) £45www.bigtimewrestlinguk.com

Sun 3rd March3.00pm

Tickets: £22 C £21 F £20www.airagency.com

Come and enjoy all the thrills, spills and excitement of All Star American Super

Slam Wrestling! 2 hours of nonstop action from the best of British & American

wrestling stars. If you enjoy it on TV you will love it live & unleashed.

GREAT ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL THE FAMILY! Don’t miss out on this sensational event that will

have the kids talking about it for weeks!

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Weds 6th March7.45pm

Tickets: £24.50www.sallymorgan.tv

Fri 8th March8pm

Tickets: £17.50www.russellkane.co.uk

Star of Sky LIVING’s Psychic Sally On The Road, Britain’s favorite TV psychic, Sally Morgan returns with her outstanding 2013 nationwide tour.

Often referred to as ‘Psychic to the stars’, Sally has built up an extensive client list having read for well known faces like Katie Price, George Michael and the late Princess Diana.

‘Extremely funny, poignant and fuelled by real intelligence and passion’ TIME OUT

‘A seriously good comedian’THE TIMES

‘More thought and intelligence behind his comedy than most people could ever get near.’

THE MIRROR

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PSYCHIC SALLYON THE ROAD

Sally Morgan is investigational/experimental. There are no guaranteed or certain results and the show is for the purpose of entertainment.

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Weds 13th March8pm

Tickets: £20www.chrisaddison.com

Tues 19th - Sat 23rd March 7.30pm / Sat Mat 2.30pm

Tickets: £10 - £15www.cfaos.co.uk

The star of The Thick of It, & Mock The Week brings his twice extended, critically acclaimed tourto Aldershot.Top class stand-up from one of the classiest, toppiest stand-ups around.

‘Exquisite, super-smart solo show …

gloriously funny’

Time Out

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Sun 7th April 7.30pm

Weds 10th April2.30pm

Tickets: £10www.echoesofelvis.co.uk

Tickets: £10 - £15www.cfaos.co.uk

Fri 5th April 8pm

Tickets: £13 Tickets: £12 C £10

Making its first appearance in Aldershot is one of the country’s most popular nostalgia

shows which has been wowing audiences for the past 6 years.

Step back in time with Neil Sands and his wonderful West End

cast as they travel down memory lane in an afternoon filled with magical musical memories from the fabulous 40’s with the likes of Vera Lynn and The Andrews Sisters, in to the 50’s and the golden days of rock & roll, swinging through the 60’s with The Beatles,

Dusty and many more and finally into the 70’s with Abba.

Blasting out tracks from GnR to Def Leppard, Queen to

Alice Cooper, and Poison to the more classy Aerosmith, Tap That will show you just how far you can go with a

guitar and a good old pair of curling tongs.

Delivering a tribute to the REAL glam rock

movement, these 5 wannabe rock gods will take you back to the

spandex loving, thrust shoving, hair defining

era of the 80’s.

Some say that real glam rock died at the hands of the synthesiser. Others

say it died in a tragic accident involving an over heated hair dryer and various flammable hair products. We say that

glam rock never died...and NEVER will!

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Thurs 11th April7.45pm

Tickets: £23 F £21, Children £18.50, Family (4) £79www.shaolin-warriors.co.uk

Tickets: £24 C £21.50 F £18www.chasndave.net

Weds 17th April7.45pm

BACK BY DEMAND!

See the whole history of Chas and Dave in one show!The first half will consist of Chas and Dave’s pub set, ending with GERTCH (released in 1979). The second half will feature all their hits since then. Chas and Dave have gained a cult audience of both old and young and due to public demand are about to be seen together on stage once more.

This breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show continues the story of the warrior, and vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters’ feats

of agility strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts

training. The show is an extravaganza, with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights, and hundreds of costumes

This is a fully choreographed spectacular production that features 22 professionally trained Kungfu

Masters; audiences will be amazed and thrilled by their death defying Kung Fu disciplines such as qigong, animal imitation boxing, drunken boxing,

and fighting with over 20 kinds of dangerous traditional weapons.

“Jaw dropping! A perfect family show, something for everyone!”Edinburgh Evening News

“Return of the Master”BRAND

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Fri 19th April 7.30pm

Sun 5th May3pm

Tickets: £22 C £21 F £20www.airagency.com

As well as enthusiastic solo singing from the Prize Winners this full programme includes fine choir performances of classic and modern choral favourites including songs from opera and west end musicals together with rousing folk songs arrangements. Prizes will be presented by The Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire Dame Mary Fagan DCVO JP.

Hart MVC 8th Young Singers Concert

Tickets: £12.50 C £6For Tickets Call: 01252 629157

Special Guest Choir – The vivacious and inspirational - Farnham Youth Choir.

Catherine Gallagher is proud to bring to stage an electrifying performance of world class dancing with a new theatrical extravanganza of Irish Dance accompanied by beautiful live music.

Sensational and breathtaking solos in abundance from this ex Riverdance, All Ireland and World Champion Exponent of Irish Dance together with a precision ensemble of International Irish Step Dancers. Irish Dance as you’ve never seen it before!

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Tues 7th & Weds 8th MayTues 4pm, Weds 10am & 1pm

Tickets: £10www.scamptheatre.com

If you are a regular visitor to the Princes Hall, then why not join our Friends Scheme?Membership entitles you to many exciting benefits…• Discounts on ticket prices • Opportunity to buy tickets before the general public • Advance notice of forthcoming shows • No booking or postage fee charged when booking

tickets (Booking fee normally £1 per transaction and 70p for postage)

• Recommend a Friend - £5 gift voucher for every friend you recommend who joins

• Discounted cinema tickets • Two FREE newsletters a year • An exclusive backstage tour • Invitation to the Friends VIP pantomime

night to meet the cast! • Free ticket exchange (normally £2 per ticket) • Reserve your tickets for 7 days (normally 3 days) • Occasional ticket offers and other nice surprises

And it will only cost you £14 for the year!Join the Friends Scheme when you book your tickets through the Box Office on 01252 329155.

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This is a magical collection of Julia Donaldson’s most popular titles including Tiddler, The Smartest Giant in Town, A Squash and a Squeeze and

Monkey Puzzle brought to the stage spectacularly by the team that brought you Aesop’s Fables, Stick Man and Private Peaceful.

AN ABSOLUTE TREAT FOR AGES 3+ AND THEIR FAMILIES.

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Under sea, over land, on the farm and in the jungle, these tales are woven together with live music, songs, puppets and a host of colourful characters who will delight.

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Fri 10th May7.30pm

Tickets: £22.50www.leenelson.com

Thurs 16th May7.45pm

Tickets: £22www.thatllbetheday.com

The time’s now right… for me to come back to Aldershot! So get yourselves along to my brand new show for a night of qwaliteeee jokes, games and banter. Everyone’s welcome!

BRANDNEWSHOW!

This hugely entertaining rock ‘n’ roll spectacular features an all new line up of knock-out hits

from the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s, mixed with loads of new zany comedy routines to produce a

show with a real feel good party atmosphere.

Prepare yourself for a party as the legendary That’ll Be The Day, the nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety

show returns by popular demand.

Now in its 27th year of touring continuously in the UK

and Europe, That’ll Be The Day is living proof that Rock ‘n’ Roll will never die!

DON’TMISSOUT!

‘WHAT A GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY SHOW THAT’LL BE THE DAY IS. NOT TO BE MISSED!!’ – The Daily Mail

I’ve hosted Live at the Apollo, sold out my three-times extended Lee Nelson Live tour, had over two million people watching Lee Nelson’s Well Good Show, and I’ve got a brand new series Lee Nelson’s Well Funny People, coming soon to BBC3.

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Master of camp and Celebrity Big Brother Winner, Julian Clary is scouring the land in search of love. He’s prom-ised to leave no straight unturned. “Because I’m still considered to be quite a catch and be-

Sun 19th May7.45pm

Tickets: £20 C £18 F £17www.julianclary.co.uk

Julian Clary is looking for love and he’s not leaving

town empty handed…..

“HILARIOUS…VINTAGE CLARY” *****Whatsonstage

Master of camp and Celebrity Big Brother Winner, Julian Clary is

scouring the land in search of love. He’s promised to leave no straight

unturned. “Because I’m still considered to be quite a catch

and because your town is noted for its heterosexuals on the

cusp, there’s bound to be stiff competition”, says Julian.

22nd May 1973 - 22nd May 2013Celebrating 40 years since the official opening of the Princes Hall, Aldershot by HRH The Duke of Edinburgh From the 22nd to 25th May we will be holding an exhibition of memorabilia from the past 40 years, taken from the Princes Hall archives. Come along and take a walk down memory lane.

For more information www.princeshall.com/40yearsor call the box office on 01252 329155

If you have any posters, props or stories from past shows and events at the Princes Hallthen please let us know!

Celebrating 40 years

RECOMMENDED AGE 16+

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Thurs 23rd May7.45pm

Fri 7th June7.45pm

Tickets: £14.50 C £13.50 F £12.50www.stephenvenables.com

Tickets: £19 F £18www.barrysteele.com

Using both original and film footage from the era, and backed by his fabulous 5 piece band, Barry Steele will bring the life and character of Roy Orbison back to the centre stage, where it truly belongs, as he puts the rock back into The Big O, with his trademark dark rimmed glasses, soaring vocals and Orbison style.

Roy OrbisonBarry Steele as

Celebrating 40 years

The Everest Story

Everest mountaineer Stephen

Venables marks the 60th

anniversary of the first ascent of

the world’s highest mountain

with a new talk celebrating the

history of this iconic mountain.

FREE ENTRY

‘True identikit brilliance’THE STAGE

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Sun 9th June1pm & 3.30pm

Tickets: £13, Children £11, Family (4) £44www.milkshake.channel5.com

Weds 12th June7.30pm

Tickets: £19.50www.jethro.com

Jethro’s fruity Cornish humor is the perfect remedy to cheer us all. Turning everyday events into farcical stories, embellished into hilarity with his trademark west country dialect. Tales told with such effortless rhythm, timing and charm that it just melts all seriousness into pure laughter. The perfect anecdote to everyone’s day. Contains adult humor.

Starring Milshake favourites

Little Princess and Scruff, Noddy and Tessie Bear,

Roary and Big Chris, Fifi and Bumble and B1 & B2 –

the Bananas in Pyjamas!

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This show is sure to have children singing and dancing in the aisles.

Joining this fantastic line-up will be two Milkshake presenters, who will take you on a magical Milkshake

adventure; bound to dazzle and delight!

Stars of the hit Channel 5 television show

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Tues 30th & Weds 31st JulyTues 1pm & 4pm, Weds 10am & 1pm

Tickets: £14.50 & £12.50, Children £12.50 & £10.50, Family (4) £45www.benandhollylive.com

Tickets: £19.50www.jethro.com

Sat 31st August 7.30pm

Tickets: VIP £50, Tiered £25, Balcony £20www.dartshop.tv

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with tooth-fairy Nanny Plum; and still have time to plan a surprise for King Elf’s birthday party, complete with an unplanned jelly flood.

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Sneak Peak Autumn 2013 Pantomime 2013

Hairy Maclary & FriendsSaturday 2nd November1.30pm & 4pm£11 / Child £9 / Family (4) £36

One Night of QueenFriday 15th November7.45pm£18.50 / Concs. £17.50 / Friends £16.50

Moscow Ballet Sleeping BeautySunday 17th November3pmTickets: £23 / Concs. £22 / Friends £21

The ManfredsWednesday 2nd October7.45pm£19.50 / Concs. £18.50 / Friends £17.50

The Magic of MotownFriday 11th October7.45pm£22 / Friends £21

An Evening of BurlesqueThursday 17th OctoberTime: 7.45pm£21 / Friends £19.50

The Region’s Best Value Professional Pantomime

Friday 6th to Monday 30th December 2013

VERY EARLY OFFER!Book and pay for your tickets

before 1st March 2013

and only pay 2012 prices!

Adults - £16.50, Children & Seniors - £15.50,

Family (4) - £61, Friends - £14,

Bargain Performances - £14.50,

10 or more - £15, 30 or more - £14.50,

Early Bird (10+ at selected performances) - £14.

Terms and Conditions apply –

subject to availability

Jackson Live Friday 25th October8pm£18 / Concs £17 / Friends £16

Postman PatSaturday 19th October1pm and 3.30pm showsAdult £13, Child £11, Family (4) £44

Charlie Landsborough Saturday 26th October7.45pm£18 / Friends £17

Don’t miss out on your favourite show!

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ALL SHOWS NOW ON SALE!!

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Pantomime 2013

Adults £17.50Children/Senior Citizens £16.50Family (4) per person £16.2510 or more £15.5030 or more (party organiser free) £14.50‘Friends’ (max 4 per member) £14.50Bargain Performances (all tickets) £14.50

Prices

Tickets only

£14.00At selected

performances for parties of 10 or more if

booked and paid for before 1st October.

Early BirdSchool pupils

£8.00Give your pupils a Christmas

treat at one of our special schools performances on the7th, 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th

December at 1.30pm 1 Teacher FREE for every 10

pupils, additional adults £14.50

Schools

DeceMBer 2013

Friday 6th 1.30-B 7.00 Saturday 7th 1.00 4.30Sunday 8th 4.30* Monday 9th NO SHOWSTuesday 10th NO SHOWS Wednesday 11th 1.30-B 7.00Thursday 12th 1.30-B 7.00

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Friday 13th 1.30-B 7.00Saturday 14th 1.00-P 4.30-PSunday 15th 1.00-P 4.30-PMonday 16th 1.30-B 7.00 Tuesday 17th NO SHOWSWednesday 18th NO SHOWSThursday 19th 1.30-B 7.00Friday 20th 7.00Saturday 21st 12.00-P 3.30-P 7.00Sunday 22nd 1.00-P 4.30-PMonday 23rd 1.00-P 4.30-P Tuesday 24th 12.00-P 3.30-P Wednesday 25th NO SHOWSThursday 26th 1.00-P 4.30-PFriday 27th 1.00-P 4.30-P Saturday 28th 1.00 4.30Sunday 29th 1.00 4.30Monday 30th 2.30B Bargain Performances F Friends VIP eventP Early Bird not available * Aldershot News Readers Offer Signed Performance

Performance timesThe Region’s Best Value Professional Pantomime

Friday 6th to Monday 30th December 2013

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SATURDAY 10.30am-12pm 5-8 yrsSATURDAY 12.30pm- 2pm 5-8 yrsSATURDAY 10.30am-12.30pm 9-11 yrsSATURDAY 1pm-3pm 9-11 yrsTUESDAY 7pm-9pm 12-16 yrs

Are you interested in acting and the theatre?Would you like to make new friends & have fun?The princes Hall’s Youth Theatre is open to all young people between the ages of 5 and 16 - the only requirement is lots of enthusiasm!

Tony Allgood9-11’s Leader

Andy Edmeads12-16’s Leader

Eli Murton12-16’s Leader

For more information visit www.princeshall.com/youththeatre

Ideal for those who enjoy performing and want to learn more about acting; it is a great opportunity to build confidence

in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Dougal Irvine5-8’s Leader

Spaces available!

Friday 2nd August9.30am to 4.30pm Ever wanted to know how all the lights on stage work, the difference between a dimmer and a gobo, how to fix feedback or put a P.A. together? Then this could be the course for you! Our expert technicians will guide you through a full day of lighting and sound, and give you an understanding of what it’s like to work back stage. Perfect for someone who is interested in going into the technical side of theatre.

Ages 12-16£25.00

Lighting: • Dimmers• Desk and desk work• Types of lights• Colour• Gobos• Fx• Hands on focus• Play with colour /

gobos

Sound: • Speakers• Types of microphones• Sound FX• How to put a P.A.

together (active and passive)

• Mixing a mic• Dealing with

Feedback

AREAS COVERED:

PLEASE WEAR SUITABLE CLOTHING AND BRING A PACKED LUNCH.

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NEWSLETTERS COMPETITIONS SPECIAL OFFERS ...AND MORE!

call 01252 327671 or visit www.princeshall.com

Play in a daydrama workshop

A must for all drama fans!

Our expert leader Debi will give you the opportunity to learn new theatrical skills, meet new friends, build confidence and work on a short play that will be performed to parents at the end of the day.

Saturday 15th June - 7.45pmTickets: £12.00 / Children £6.00www.farnboroughsymphony.org.ukSoloist : Alexandra Wood (Violin)Lutoslawski : Little SuiteTchaikovsky : Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35Prokofiev : Suite from Lieutenant KijeBritten : Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes, Op.33a

DIARY DATES 2013Aldershot Floral Design Club Thursdays at 6.45pm 7th February, 7th March, 4th & 25th April, 9th May, 6th June, and 4th July Contact Annette Urquhart 01344 779731 Kathryn Goddard 01252 680070 www.nafas.org.uk

Blood Donation 1pm-3.30pm and 4.30pm-7pm 7th & 21st January, 4th & 25th February, 11th March, 8th April, 13th May, 3rd & 10th June, 1st, 15th & 29th July www.blood.co.uk 0300 123 23 23

Darby & Joan Thursdays 2pm - 4pm 10th & 24th Jan, 14th & 28th Feb, 14th Mar, 28th Mar – Easter party, 11th & 25th Apr, 9th & 23rd May, 13th & 27th Jun, 11th & 25th Jul 2013 Contact Sylvia Ellis 01252 330571

Rushmoor Oddfellows Thursday 27th June 2013 - 7.30pm Hughie Hill 01252 330141 Email: h.hill141@btinternet.com

Militaria & Medal Fayre Sunday 28th April - 10.30am - 2.30pmMr Mark Carter 01753 534777 Email: markgcarter@bulldoghome.com

Psychic Fayre Thursday 25th April 2013 - 6pm – 10.30pm Contact Chris Forster 07887 884835 Email: psychicevents@hotmail.com

Tea Dance Tuesdays 2pm - 4pm 22nd Jan, 5th & 19th Feb, 12th Mar, 9th & 23rd Apr, 14th May, 11th Jun, 16th Jul Contact John Player 01252 324 646

Young at Heart Mondays at 10am - Contact Princes Hall 01252 327671

Ages 7-11£15.00

10am-4pm

A wonderful afternoon of dancing & music.

BOX OFFICE: 01252 329155

Tuesdays 2pm - 4pm

2013 Dates: 22nd Jan5th & 19th Feb12th Mar9th & 23rd Apr14th May 11th June16th JulTickets: £3.00 (includes a slice of cake)

TeaDance

CraftsWhy not come along to our fantastic craft

workshop! Our expert crafter, Eli Murton will help you learn new skills and make something

you can take home or give as a gift!

Ages 4-7

£15.00

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Remember to wear messy clothesand bring a packed lunch!

Weds 20th Feb – Hansel & GretelWeds 10th Apr – The School that went to seaWeds 29th May – Alice in WonderlandWeds 31st July – The Little MermaidWeds 30th Oct – Aladdin

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The Princes Hall is in the heart of Aldershot. It is situated in Princes Way by the police station, 2-3 minutes walk from the main street (Union Street).

By Car from:Basingstoke: M3 east to J4, then A331 south for 4 miles.Alton, Farnham: A31 east, then A331 north.Guildford: A31 west, then A331 north.Woking: direct on A324, or A320 to Guildford, A31 west, then A331 north.Bracknell: A322 south to J3 of M3, then west to J4, then A331 south for 4 miles.

There are ample car parks only minutes away - see p24.

By TrainThe Princes Hall is 10 minutes walk from Aldershot station. Trains run frequently from most local towns. For National Rail Enquiries telephone 08457 484950.

By BusThere is a frequent bus service to and from Aldershot. For bus services, telephone Traveline on 01737 223 000.

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Customer InformationBOX OFFICE OPENING TIMES:The Box Office is open Monday-Friday 10am-5.30pm and Saturday 10am-3pm (extended on show evenings).

Telephone 01252 329155.

POSTAL BOOKINGS:Write to us with details of your booking including the performance, time, price and number of tickets required, along with a daytime telephone number.Cheques should be made payable to Rushmoor Borough Council and posted to Princes Hall, Princes Way, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU11 1NX. Please enclose a large SAE.

BOOKING / POSTAGE FEE:There is a £1.00 booking fee (per transaction) for all telephone bookings, online bookings and bookings made in person using a credit card. There is also an additional 70p charge for postage. ‘Friends’ of the Princes Hall do not pay these charges, except online (see page 12 for details).

TICKET COLLECTION / POSTING:Tickets can either be held at the Box Office for collection during opening hours or posted at the customer’s request, (fee applies, see above).

RESERVATIONS We are happy to reserve seats for most events for up to 3 days.

REFUNDS & EXCHANGES:We regret that once purchased, tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded, except in the case of a cancelled event.

LATECOMERS:Latecomers may not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance.

FREE MAILING & EMAILING LIST:To receive information on forthcoming events by either email or post, or if your contact details have recently changed, please contact the Box Office on 01252 329155, email princeshallboxoffice@rushmoor.gov.uk or visit www.princeshall.com/keepupdated.htm

REFRESHMENTS:Enjoy a drink before the show or during the interval in our foyer bar, situated on the first floor. For your convenience interval drinks can be ordered from the bar prior to the start of the show. Soft drinks, tea/coffee, confectionary and ice creams are available from our kiosk in the foyer.

GIFT VOUCHERS:Princes Hall Gift Vouchers are available from the Box Office and can be redeemed against any performance. Vouchers are available in denominations of £5, £10 and £20.

ACCESS:For shows and staged events, the Princes Hall provides six wheelchair spaces, which are situated in the stalls area of the auditorium – early booking is advisable.

The Princes Hall operates a free to join, scheme for those who need somebody to be with them at a show in order to assist them. The scheme allows members a free or reduced price ticket so that they can bring along an ‘Essential Companion’.

Application forms are available from the Box Office or via www.princeshall.com/access

Lift access is available to all floors. Accessible toilets are available on the ground and first floor levels.

Assistance dogs are welcome and we will be pleased to provide a bowl of water on request.

A hearing enhancement system is available for the hearing impaired. Pendants can be reserved through the Box Office subject to availability

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON ACCESS, PLEASE REQUEST A COPY OF OUR ACCESS LEAFLET OR FULL ACCESS POLICY FROM THE BOX OFFICE ON 01252 329155 or VISIT WWW.PRINCESHALL.COM

LARGE PRINT VERSIONS OF THIS BROCHURE ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST FROM THE BOX OFFICE

OUR SERVICEIf you have any comments on any aspect of our service, please write to David Phillips, Theatre Manager, Princes Hall, Princes Way, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU11 1NX or email david.phillips@rushmoor.gov.uk

All details were correct at the time of going to print. The management reserves the right to make any changes without notice.

BROCHURE DESIGNED BY:

T: 01252 548720 | E: studio@redroosterdesign.co.ukwww.redroosterdesign.co.uk

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Car parking arrangements for the Princes Hall

1. Westgate Car Park (max stay 3hrs, 7am-8pm) 500 spaces Sat Nav: GU11 1NY

2. Princes Gardens Car Park- 68 spaces (2 minute walk) Sat Nav: GU11 1BJ

3. High Street Multi Storey - 683 spaces (4 minute walk) Sat Nav: GU11 1SD

4. The Wellington Centre Car Park - 450 spaces (5 minute walk) Sat Nav: GU11 1DB

5. Birchett Road Car Park - 68 spaces (7 minute walk) Sat Nav: GU11 1LG

6. New Princes Hall & Magistrates Car Park - 29 spaces

The car park to the side of the Princes Hall is available as a Rushmoor Borough Council Pay and Display car park for customers to use weekdays after 6pm, and at any time on weekends and bank holidays.

Please note that this car park is not available to use from 7am to 6pm on weekdays and the pay and display machine will only issue tickets when parking is allowed.

Nearby car parks include:

You can find out more information about parking in Aldershot by visiting the Council’s website www.rushmoor.gov.uk/parkingFor up to date information visit www.princeshall.com/carparking JAN 2013

Travel and Parking

There are a range of car parks available within easy walking distance of our theatre, but some do tend to fill up quickly. Make sure you arrive in good time to find a parking space and get to the theatre.

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Other Venues

This spring we have performance highlights including Andrew Lawrence, Eddie and the Hot Rods, Katherine Ryan, Geno Washington, Mark Steel, Pete Firman, The Blockheads, Chris Wood, Mitch Benn, Mark Thomas and Andy Parsons, plus Hecklers Comedy Club and the great Crashlanding! rock gigs.

Our renowned annual Children’s Festival also features world-class puppet theatre and a series of workshops including Aardman Animations giving away the tricks of their trade.

It’s the perfect half-term treat!

The West End Centre is a friendly and intimate venue that hosts a wide range of performances, workshops and exhibitions, providing something for everyone.

TRY SOMETHING NEW FOR 2013...Speak Nepalese... Pottery... Stained Glass... Life Drawing... Sewing... Cake Decorating... Drama... Creative Writing... Patchwork... Willow Weaving

tel: 01252 330040www.westendcentre.co.ukWest End Centre, Queens Road, Aldershot

PLUS! New sewing, pottery and drawing classes for 12-16 year-olds!

Four function rooms available for hireFor flexibility and choice when booking your event, the Princes Hall is the only option. We can cater for meetings, conferences, corporate events, weddings and parties. With a large auditorium and 3 suites of varying sizes, we can accommodate up to 700 people.

• Experienced staff on hand to assist with the planning of your event

• A wide range of equipment available • An excellent choice of menus provided

by our in house caterers• Central location with good road and rail links

We look forward to welcoming you!To have a tour of our facilities or to discuss your requirements please call Amanda Stallard, Events Manager on (01252) 327671

Hall Hire

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION on another great season of unmissable films at the princes Hall, Aldershot

Screen Pass Sign up for our FREE 'Screen Pass' to receive regular updates on forthcoming films and get your tickets for only £5.00 (normally £6.00).

Monday Matinee Offer If you are over 60 then why not come along and see any of our films at 2.30pm, and you will also receive a FREE cup of tea or coffee.

Tickets can be booked in advance from the Box Office on 01252 329155 or via www.princeshall.com

FILMS SHOWN MONDAYS AT 2.30pm & 7.30pm

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28th January

Anna Karenina

STARRING: Keira Knightley, Jude Law and Aaron Taylor-Johnson

Set in late-19th-century Russian high-society, the aristocrat Anna Karenina enters into a life-changing affair with the affluent Count Vronsky.

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18th February

Hope Springs

STARRING: Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones, Steve Carell

Kay and Arnold are a devoted couple, but decades of marriage have left Kay wanting to spice things up and reconnect with her husband. When she hears of a renowned couple’s specialist she attempts to persuade her skeptical husband, to attend a week of marriage therapy. Just convincing the stubborn Arnold to go on the retreat is hard enough, but the real challenge for both of them comes as they try to re-ignite the spark that caused them to fall in love with each other in the first place.

4th March

Quartet

STARRING: Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Tom Courtenay, Billy Connolly, Pauline Collins

Directed by the infamous Dustin Hoffman, Quartet sees the story of Cissy, Reginald, and Wilfred as retired members of an operatic quartet living in Beecham House, a retirement home for gifted musicians. Every year they put on a concert to celebrate Verdi’s birthday, however this year sees the arrival of the fourth member of the quartet, and Reg’s ex-wife, Jean. Before long old rivalries and theatrical temperatures raise, but the show must go on…..

Running Time: 129 minswww.annakareninamovie.co.uk

Running Time: 100 mins Running Time: 98mins

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FILMS SHOWN MONDAYS AT 2.30pm & 7.30pm

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4th March

Quartet

STARRING: Maggie Smith, Michael Gambon, Tom Courtenay, Billy Connolly, Pauline Collins

Directed by the infamous Dustin Hoffman, Quartet sees the story of Cissy, Reginald, and Wilfred as retired members of an operatic quartet living in Beecham House, a retirement home for gifted musicians. Every year they put on a concert to celebrate Verdi’s birthday, however this year sees the arrival of the fourth member of the quartet, and Reg’s ex-wife, Jean. Before long old rivalries and theatrical temperatures raise, but the show must go on…..

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25th March

Great Expectations

STARRING: Jeremy Irvine, Helena Bonham Carter, Ralph Fiennes, Holliday Grainger

This British film adaptation of Charles Dickens’ infamous novel tells the story of Pip, an orphan who is given the chance to rise from his humble beginnings thanks to the help of an unknown benefactor. Moving through London’s class-conscious world as a gentleman, Pip uses his new position to pursue the beautiful Estella; a spoilt heiress he’s loved since childhood. Yet the shocking truth behind his great fortune will have devastating consequences for everything he holds dear.

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22nd April

Life of Pi

STARRING: Suraj Sharma, Irrfan Khan and Adil Hussain

Based on the best-selling novel by Yann Martel. Pi, the son of an Indian zookeeper, hitches a ride to Canada by cargo ship. However, when the ship goes down he is forced to share the only lifeboat with a zebra, a hyena, an orangutan and a Bengal tiger. With hundreds of days stretching before them, they need to learn to trust each other if they are going to survive. A visually stunning, magical journey of adventure.

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20th May

Les Miserables

STARRING: Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Amanda Seyfried

Les Misérables is the long-awaited star-studded screen version of the record-breaking stage musical. In 19th-century France, Jean Valjean, who for decades has been hunted by the ruthless policeman Javert after he breaks parole, agrees to care for factory worker Fantine’s daughter, Cosette. The fateful decision changes their lives forever. With the French Revolution bubbling in the background, we follow their journey to race towards a resolution as the world goes up in flames.

Running Time: 98mins Running Time: 128 mins Running Time: 127 minswww.lifeofpimovie.com

Running Time: 157minswww.lesmiserablesfilm.com

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