The Lights in Andover will open its
doors for the first time this October with a fantastic autumn
season of events.
The first full seasons brochure will
be available by the end of August however theatre goers are welcome
to make reservations for the forthcoming shows. With all eyes on
this new and exciting arts and cultural venue at the very heart of
Andover, be sure to book your tickets early to avoid
disappointment.
To celebrate the opening of the venue
on 22 October, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra’s Kokoro touring
programme, bring Bach to the Future to The Lights – works of
simplicity, vitality, humour and nostalgia and Bach as you have
never quite heard him before. Special offer tickets at only £5.
For comedy fans, Ed Byrne and Mark
Thomas visit the venue direct from Edinburgh Festival with their
brand new shows. With tickets priced at only £12/£10 – early
booking is recommended.
Those with a love for theatre will not
be disappointed with the renowned Vagina Monologues visiting the
venue on 25 November. An ideal opportunity for a ‘girls night out’.
The line up has yet to be confirmed, however reservations can be
made for tickets which are priced £16.
Other theatre comes in the form of
‘Think No Evil of Us’-My Life with Kenneth Williams, a fabulous
tour-de-force which unlocks the character of one of Britain’s
best-loved and most-missed entertainers.
For a family audience, local company
Forest Forge bring the classic tale of ‘A Christmas Carol’ to the
Lights on 17 November and other family shows include – The Night
Before Christmas, Lily and the Magic Moonbeam and The Rainbow
Fish.
Music lovers have a vast array of
choice with jazz vocalist Jacqui Dankworth, folk legend Ralph
McTell and sensational Austrailian guitarist Tommy Emmanuel all
appearing in the Autumn.
Soon after Christmas The Lights bring
a rather different array of classical musicians to the venue with
spectacularly entertaining shows from Graffiti Classics and Pluck,
superb musicians who link humour with classical music. Great for a
family audience with tickets priced at £10/£9/Family £35
For fans of live music – tribute bands
Gaga, Whole Lotta Led and U2UK will all be arriving at The Lights
to make the rafters rock. Fans of 60’s music will also welcome
visits from Buddy Holly& the Cricketers and At The Hop.
With a wide array of workshops and
classes also available in the New Year for both children and
adults, you can expect to find something for everyone at The
Lights.
For reservations for any of these
events, to join the mailing list or for further information, call
The Lights Box Office on 01264 368368.
For further information please
contact:
Teresa Bradley
Marketing Manager
The Lights
Tel 01264 368833
Email tbradley@testvalley.gov.uk