Hello. Here is your third Free Theatre ticket e-bulletin, this time for November and December. There are loads more free shows for you to see in the run up to the festive season. We’ve even thrown in a couple of dates in January for Carn to Cove venue shows to give you the chance to book early.

At the Hall for Cornwall in Truro there’s powerful drama in a new adaptation of my favorite book ever, John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath and vibrant dance in the internationally renowned Jasmin Vardimon Company’s retrospective show Yesterday. There’re musical treats too in the form of the hilarious Kevin Bloody Wilson as well as Rock and Roll Christmas hits with That’ll Be The Day. And while you’re in the festive mood make sure you see this year’s pantomime at the Hall, Jack and the Beanstalk.

The Acorn Arts Centre in Penzance has three musical shows this season; a live performance of Jame Stone and Mansa Sissoko’s groundbreaking new album Africa to Appalachia, Latin influenced melodies by Los Desterrados and a mixture of stories and song from the frozen north in Jonglaresa’s Four Thousand Winters. Also showing is a new one man version of Dylan Thomas’ classic Under Milk Wood and some unique tomfoolery in Bash Street Theatre’s Silent Movie.

If you can’t make it to Penzance for that one don’t worry because The Tolman Centre in Constantine is also showing Silent Movie this December. They also have the ever popular Miracle Theatre Company’s brand new sequel to a classic fairy-tale, The Revenge of Rumplestiltskin.

There are lots of shows coming to a town or village near you with the help of Carn to Cove. There’s plenty of drama and comedy still to be seen this year. There’s Superstition Mountain, O-region’s tale of three Cornish brothers’ quest to America to save their debt-ridden business, Oh Mary, Bec Appleby’s one woman show about Cornish Highway-woman Mary Bryant, beautifully crafted puppets in Oshima and the Big Sea, a tale for big kids and little kids alike, a mixture of drama, dance, song and animated film in the English Touring Opera’s In The Belly Of The Horse, yet more opportunities to see Bash Street Theatre’s Silent Movie and Miracle’s The Revenge of Rumplestiltskin and dark comedy in Cube Theatre’s take on Jon Welsh’s haunting The Uninvited. Music isn’t lacking either in the run up to the New Year. Offering free tickets are Glastonbury regulars 3 Daft Monkeys with a melee of musical styles, swing, blues and gospel classics by the Louise Parker Quartet, acoustic veteran Gordan Giltrap, the aptly titled Poetry and Music by Louis de Bernieres and Ilone Antonius Jones, King Villa’s glamorous and humorous 30’, 40’s, and 50’s song and dance revue, Swingers in Suspenders, the beautiful vocals of singer/songwriter Lucinda Drayton and the Village Band’s jazz and bebop show The Battle of the Classic Trifle.

Hope you all see as many of these as you can. Have a great Christmas and New Year and we’ll have more free stuff for you in January.

The Hall for Cornwall, Truro.

To book call 01872 262466 or visit: www.hallforcornwall.co.ukBack to the top

To book call 01872 262466 or visit: www.hallforcornwall.co.ukBack to the top

To book call 01872 262466 or visit: www.hallforcornwall.co.ukBack to the top

Kevin Bloody WilsonDilligaf Cafe World Tour

Wednesday 4th November 2009, 7:30pm

Kev, as he’s known to his mates, has sold over 3.2 million albums worldwide and is regarded by Billy Connolly as the “World’s funniest Australian”. His ‘serious’ song writing earned him two number 1 country hits in 2008 but don’t expect to hear either of them at this hilariously outrageous show. Featuring fellow Aussie Jennifer Talia this show will sell out – so book early!

The Grapes of WrathEnglish Touring Theatre

Wednesday 18th November 2009, 7:30pm

The Joads, a family of impoverished Oklahoman sharecroppers, lose everything when their farm is repossessed after a devastating drought. Driven from their home to make the monumental trek Westward to California, they invest everything they have in their journey. When forced to face the possibility that California may not be the promised land after all, they have no choice but to go on. John Steinbeck’s Pulitzer Prize winning classic is brought to life in all its heartbreaking beauty.

That’ll Be The DayWednesday 25th November 2009, 7:30pm

Prepare for a party this Christmas as the legendary That’ll Be The Day, the UK’s most successful touring rock’n’roll production returns with a brand new 2009 Christmas Show. Trevor, Gary and the gang celebrate the festive season by bringing on back the good times with a combination of their unique comedy routines mixed with all the best non-stop Christmas hits to produce a show with a real feel good party atmosphere.

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The Acorn Arts Centre, Penzance:

Africa to AppalachiaJayme Stone

Wed 11 November 2009 8.30pm

One of Canada’s most accomplished and visionary banjo players, Jayme Stone, has joined forces with Mansa Sissoko, a Malian kora musician and storyteller to produce a groundbreaking new album, “Africa to Appalachia”. They have built a boundary-crossing musical bridge between two continents for a refreshingly, pure polyrhythmic journey to Mali and back again. For more information go to www.jaymestone.com

YesterdayJasmin Vardimon Company

Wednesday 2nd December 2009, 8:00pm

Dance theatre choreographer Jasmin Vardimon marks her company’s 10th anniversary with a retrospective work featuring some of the most breathtaking moments from the company’s repertoire, integrated with powerful new choreography and stunning live video animation. Contrasting flashes of daring athleticism and moments of touching beauty, eight international performers interweave scenes of intimate and vulnerable tenderness with provocative humour and playfulness. Promises to be something special. Watch the video trailer on-line.

Jack And The BeanstalkWednesdays 16th, 23rd & 30th December 2009, 7:00pm

This Christmas the Hall for Cornwall is offering what promises to be another exciting and spectacular pantomime for all the family. When Jack swaps Daisy the family cow for some magic beans he gets more than he bargained for... a giant beanstalk and a greedy giant! After the success of the Jack’s Cows project in Truro and throughout the rest of the county you have to see the show that inspired it. Join the cream of Cornish comedy for slapstick silliness, terrible puns and plenty of songs. Fee - Fi – Fo – Fum!

To book call 01736 365520 or email: boxoffice@acornartscentre.co.ukBack to the top

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Los DesterradosTues 17th November 2009 8.30pm

‘Los Desterrados take the music of the Sephardic Jews, with its strong Latin influences, and drag it effortlessly into the 21st Century with lashings of Spanish folk and Balkan soul.’ London Metro. For more information go to www.lostdesterrados.com

Four Thousand Winters Joglaresa

Fri 4th December 2009 8.30pm

Start the festive season with a magical programme of spoken word and song from the Northwestern fringes of Europe - tales of polar bears, crows, princesses, snow, darkness, frost, firesides, love, trickery and some happy endings...Joglaresa, a London-based early music ensemble, are joined by storyteller Sally Pomme Clayton. Suitable 9 years+. For more information go to www.joglaresa.com

Under Milk Wood Guy Masterson

Fri 13th November 2009 8:00pm

Dylan Thomas’ most famous and enduring work is recreated using nothing but a wooden chair, dark glasses, apposite lighting and beautifully haunting music.  Guy Masterson performs the entire work - all 69 characters; men, women, girls, boys, cows, pigs, a horse and a cat - himself! It is unbelievably recreated and entirely enchanting.

To book call 01736 365520 or email: boxoffice@acornartscentre.co.uk(Tickets allocated on a first come first served basis. Your ticket must be reserved in advance. Tickets not collected 15 minutes before the start of the show will be released. You will be required to show proof of age to collect your free ticket). Back to the top

The Tolman Centre, Constantine

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Silent MovieBash Street Theatre

Sat 19th December 2009 8:00pm

Taking you back to the golden days of the silver screen, where heroes were heroes, villains were villains, and true love always prevailed. The storyline involves a feud between next-door-neighbours, and how a secret love-affair brings about a reconciliation in true 'silent movie' style. For more information go to www.bashstreet.co.uk

Revenge of RumplestiltskinMiracle Theatre Company

Thursday 26th and Friday 27th November 2009

Having recently achieved resounding success with Aladdin, the intrepid barnstormers are preparing their take on another classic fable, Rumpelstiltskin. Mustering all their slim resources, the Company plan to transport audiences to the heyday of Georgian theatre and the birth of pantomime. With a gripping storyline, yards of  tasteful scenery, the latest theatrical contraptions and music by Henry (the Fairy Queen) Purcell, this production will bring laughter and ‘improvement’ in equal measure and cannot fail to buff up the tarnished reputation of pantomime.

Silent MovieBash Street Theatre Company

Friday 11th December 2009

Taking you back to the golden days of the silver screen, where heroes were heroes, villains were villains, and true love always prevailed. The storyline involves a feud between next-door-neighbours, and how a secret love-affair brings about a reconciliation in true 'silent movie' style. For more information go to www.bashstreet.co.uk

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Carn to Co ve:

Carn to Cove is Cornwall’s rural arts touring scheme. We fill local sports halls, reading rooms, galleries, chapels and Cornwall's wonderfully varied village halls with poetry, laughter, music, drama and dance. Many different Carn to Cove venues are offering free tickets under the A Night Less Ordinary scheme, with a variety of shows to see.

Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number6th November 2009 Mullion School 7.30pm 01326 2400987th November 2009 Praa Sands Community Centre 8pm 01736 76333912th November 2009 Mounts Bay School 7.30pm 07877 25346221st November 2009 Helland Village Hall 7.30pm 01208 7260327th November 2009 Mawnan Memorial Hall 7.30pm 01326 250772

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number13th November 2009 Devoran Village Hall 7.30pm 01872 86485427th November 2009 Sterts Theatre 7.30pm 01579 36238212th December 2009 Grampound Community Hall 7.30pm 01726 883874

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Superstition MountainO-region

The Gunwallow brothers are in deep trouble. Slim’s scrap yard has gone belly-up. Dwayne owes money to some bad people. And Mark’s in love with dodgy Tina from down the pub. As if that's not enough, their dad's just popped his clogs and left them on the brink of bankruptcy. Contains adult themes and language. Suitable ages 12+. For more information go to www.o-region.co.uk.

Oh MaryBec Applebee

Bec Applebee well known for her work with internationally known companies Kneehigh, Wildworks and Dalla brings her new one woman show based on the incredible and inspiring life story of Mary Bryant - Cornish Highway Woman, Convict, Mother and Maritime adventurer. Suitable ages 11+

Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number20th November 2009 Port Isaac Village Hall 7.30pm 01208 88090521st November 2009 Harrowbarrow & Metherall Village Hall 8pm 01579 35013827th November 2009 Lerryn Memorial Hall 7.30pm 01208 872999

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number20th November 2009 Callington Town Hall 7.30pm 01579 384039

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3 Daft MonkeysRegular performers at Glastonbury, Cornish trio 3 Daft Monkeys rounded off a packed 2008 with a 21 date tour taking their unique brand of rousing vocals, frenetic fiddling, 12 string guitar, dancing bass and foot drum to venues right around the country. A veritable melee of musical styles is all evident within 3 Daft Monkeys music. Far too diverse to be pigeonholed into one genre, and possessing a sound completely impossible to typecast into being a particular style, 3 Daft Monkeys create a stunning blend of upbeat, danceable music which, despite all its world influences, remains undeniably British.

Louise Parker QuartetA big hit on the festival circuit and a regular on Radio 2’s Best of Jazz, Plymouth based vocalist, Louise Parker is a powerful live performer and a skilful interpreter of swing, blues and gospel classics. Louise blends an effortless rhythmical style with a sweet warm tone to create a performance which stirs the soul.If you love music and appreciate great singing, this is going to be a treat.

Oshima And The Big SeaAngel Heart Theatre

Every day Oshima goes off fishing in his little tub boat. He hopes he will catch a really, big fish… But he never does. Maybe it is because Oshima’s pet frog, Ito, is always playing tricks! Or maybe Oshima is just too busy day-dreaming about what it must be like under the Big Sea… One day Oshima has a big adventure and gets the chance to find out! Oshima and the Big Sea has been created by James Richardson of Angel Heart Theatre in memory of his dad, who loved all things Japanese and inspired too by his young son, who loves all things fishy! With a growing reputation for lovingly made puppets and engaging performances Angel Heart Theatre offer this simple, uplifting tale for all hearts, young and old.

Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number27th November 2009 Liskerrett Community Centre 7pm 01579 34030728th November 2009 Landewednack Community Hall 7pm 01326 290188

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number6th November 2009 Devoran Village Hall 7.30pm 01872 864662

devoranvh@live.co.uk7th November 2009 Carleen Village Hall 8pm 01736  763457 8th November 2009 Golant Village Hall 7.30pm 01726 81645416th January 2010 Hall for Gwinear 8pm 01736 850781

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number7th November 2009 Calstock Village Hall 8pm 01822 832414

Gordon Giltrap One of the most innovative acoustic guitarists in the UK today, Gordon Giltrap has developed his own unique style, much copied, but never bettered. It is impossible not to be awestruck as he coaxes incredible melodies from his instruments; you almost suspect a second pair of hands. With over 40 years in the business, Gordon will satisfy fans with his most well loved hits, as well as explaining the history of his many different guitars. Be prepared for beautiful compositions that cross all musical genres, wit, charm and unbelievable talent.

Poetry and MusicLouis de Bernieres and Ilone Antonius Jones

A sparkling and entertaining show of poetry, classical/traditional music and badinage. A literary lion comes to your village hall! The author Louis de Bernieres will read his own and other people's poetry and perform on a variety of instruments together with flautist and keyboard player Ilone Antonius-Jones. Rated 'unmissable' by Edinburgh Fringe critics, their unusual and exciting mix with low-tech, intimate delivery has delighted audiences across the UK and abroad.

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number7th November 2009 Praa Sands Community Centre 11am 01209 313200

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number13th November 2009 St Kew Highway Community Hall 7.30pm 01208 84174614th November 2009 Blisland Village Hall 7.30pm 01208 850338

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In the Belly of the HorseEnglish Touring Opera

This is a brand new, fully interactive opera for families which explores the fantastic story that leads the Greeks to build the wooden horse. As the Greeks wait in the horse to cause havoc in Troy, stories are told to calm their nerves. The narrative is told in many different and engaging ways. Its elements include acting, singing, dance, design and animated film. This is the third of three new operas based on classical myths. Interactive elements include songs, and moments of dramatic interaction.

Swingers in SuspendersKing Villa

King Villa performers Jo King and Alexi Harden sing and play piano, trumpet, sax and guitar in 'Glorious Technicolour' and occasionally stark 'Film Noir'. Song, dance, comedy, puppetry, glamorous costumes (including suspenders) are all here in a kaleidoscopic, burlesque review of the 1930's, 40's and 50's. ‘Great performance, smashing time’ Carn to Cove audience, 2006

Silent MovieBash Street Theatre Company

Taking you back to the golden days of the silver screen, where heroes were heroes, villains were villains, and true love always prevailed. The storyline involves a feud between next-door-neighbours, and how a secret love-affair brings about a reconciliation in true 'silent movie' style. For more information go to www.bashstreet.co.uk

Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number13th November 2009 Lelant Village Hall 7.30pm 01736 75352214th November 2009 The Dracaena Centre 7.30pm 01326 3194144th December 2009 Sterts Theatre 7.30pm 01579 3623825th December 2009 Leedstown Village Hall 7.30pm 01736 85105012th December 2009 The Centre, Newlyn 7pm 01736 365890

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number

19th November 2009 The Old School, Stoke Climsland

7.30pm 01579 370411

28th November 2009 Launceston Town Hall 7.30pm 01209 21676217th December 2009 Parkhouse Centre,

Bude7.30pm 01209 216762

2nd January 2010 Dobwalls Memorial Hall 7.30pm 01579 3209936th January 2010 Mullion School 7.30pm 01326 2400987th January 2010 Maker with Rame

Community Hall7.30pm 01752 823243

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number21st November 2009 Epworth Hall, Helston 7.30pm 01326 568936

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Revenge of RumplestiltskinMiracle Theatre Company

Having recently achieved resounding success with Aladdin, the intrepid barnstormers are preparing their take on another classic fable, Rumpelstiltskin. Mustering all their slim resources, the Company plan to transport audiences to the heyday of Georgian theatre and the birth of pantomime. With a gripping storyline, yards of  tasteful scenery, the latest theatrical contraptions and music by Henry (the Fairy Queen) Purcell, this production will bring laughter and ‘improvement’ in equal measure and cannot fail to buff up the tarnished reputation of pantomime

The UninvitedCube Theatre

The door closes... The key turns...Pietr sits on the edge of his bed... He’s here for the long haul...But no one has told him about The Uninvited, who has come to share his cell... Jon Welch’s bold play delves into exciting dramatic territory. A blisteringly toxic comedy that echoes Pinter and Beckett, this macabre puzzle is by turns surreally comic, disturbing and moving.

Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number28th November 2009 Altarnun Village Hall 7.30pm 01566 86579

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Show Date Venue Name Start Time Box Office Number5th December 2009 Calstock Village Hall 8pm 01822 832 414

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Lucinda DraytonLucinda Drayton is the writer of No 1 Hit single ‘The Real Thing’ and the Spiritual Classic ‘A Hundred Thousand Angels’ (as featured on Aled Jones’s Radio 2 show and CD). She has been described as ‘the UK's Best kept secret’ (Lynne Franks) and as having a voice ‘like a blanket for the soul’ (Dawn Breslin GMTV). This show is a musical journey with an extraordinary performer. Lucinda has that rare ability to hold an audience spellbound and draw them into another world. Her songs are well crafted and beautifully played by multi instrumentalist Marcus Cliffe. Marcus has worked with Mark Knopfler & Al Green, and his sensitive guitar and piano playing provide a perfect base for Lucinda’s incredible vocals.

English Soup or The Battle of The Classic Trifle Plus All That Jazz, The Village Band

Internationally acclaimed composer/performers Mike and Kate Westbrook, now based in the West Country, are joined by four leading Devonian musicians to form The Village Band. Mike Brewer plays trumpet, Sam Smith is trombone, Stan Willis plays alto sax and Gary Bayley is the tenor sax. The band was featured at the London Jazz Festival where they were live on Radio 2. English Soup is “a Be-bop Music Hall” with lyrics by Kate Westbrook, and music by Mike Westbrook. All That Jazz is a mix of Westbrook originals, and arrangements of classics by Morton, Ellington, Rossini, Monk, Mingus and many more.