http://stabl.es/ The Stables Theatre and Arts Centre, The Bourne, Hastings, UK Theatre The Stables Trust Limited 2011–2012 en-gb http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/seahorse.gif http://stabl.es/ stabl.es rss1 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=parkingenforcement Unauthorized parking in the Stables car park has been a problem for many years. In order to give the car park back to those who should be using it—our patrons and volunteers—we are introducing parking enforcement from 1 December 2011. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 21:58:00 +0000 stabl.es rss2 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=newmembersevening Monday 28 November at 7 pm. This evening is open to any member who has not attended a new members’ evening before and anyone who would like to become a member. You are welcome to bring guests. Book your free place at the box office or online. Sun, 30 Oct 2011 13:58:00 +0000 stabl.es rss3 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=auditions Auditions for <i>Bedroom Farce</i> and <i>The Winslow Boy</i> will be on Sunday 27 November. Auditions notices are available on our website. Scripts are available from the box office. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 21:05:00 +0000 stabl.es rss4 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=2011-themysteryofirmavep Two actors, eight roles, lightning-quick costume changes and a bizarre story of melodramatic horror and humour assailed Stables Theatre audiences last week. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 21:48:00 +0000 stabl.es rss5 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=auditions The playing dates for next year’s production of <i>Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean</i> have been changed to 10–18 August. Peter Mould’s Smallhythe Summer Theatre Company will perform <i>The Merchant of Venice</i> 22–25 August. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:37:00 +0000 stabl.es rss6 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=playreadings Sunday 6 November at 5 pm. <i>Bedroom Farce</i> by Alan Ayckbourn. An informal reading hosted by Zoe Morgan. No acting experience is required. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:37:00 +0000 stabl.es rss7 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=quartermainesterms 18–26 November. <i>Quartermaine’s Terms</i> by Simon Gray.<br /> <br /> The time is the 1960s—the place, the Cull-Loomis School of English for Foreigners near Cambridge. The characters—the principal and staff of the school, each with their own particular family, career and relationship problems, which they bear with varying degrees of stoicism. And at the play’s still, calm centre is St John Quartermaine, a vague and woefully inept teacher who seems to exist only within the campus and solely in relation to his colleagues. Sad if it weren’t so funny—funny if it weren’t so sad. In his funny, moving and perceptive chronicle of the problems, aspirations and disappointments of the group, Simon Gray skilfully creates an almost Chekhovian atmosphere. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:37:00 +0000 stabl.es rss8 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/ltgnewsletter.pdf The latest newsletter of the Little Theatre Guild, of which the Stables is a member, is available as a PDF. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:37:00 +0000 stabl.es rss9 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=contactus Elisabeth Evans has a collection of <i>Plays and Players</i> magazines from the 1960s and 1970s that is looking for a new home. For more details, contact her by emailing the Stables. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:37:00 +0000 stabl.es rss10 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=auditions There is a second opportunity to audition for <i>Of Mice and Men</i>, next Tuesday evening, 8 November. Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:19:00 +0000 stabl.es rss11 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=quartermainesterms 18–26 November. <i>Quartermaine’s Terms</i> by Simon Gray.<br /> <br /> Simon Gray’s drama of an inept teacher and his colleagues at the Cull-Loomis School of English for Foreigners opens in less than a week. The time has come to book your tickets. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 01:15:00 +0000 stabl.es rss12 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=christmasshow In the art gallery. Private view Monday 14 November 6.45 to 8.45 pm. Exhibition continues until Thursday 22 December.<br /> <br /> An uplifting and rewarding blend of local talent brings our 2011 season to a close. The show offers a selection of delightful and colourful glassware, inspirational local landscapes, intricate and masterly woodcuts, narrative illustrations, plus a selection of unique beaded jewellery.<br /> <br /> Among the artists taking part will be Jennie Bayntun, Angela Denny, Val Falla, Clare Mitchell, Sue Scullard and Lindsey Zervakis. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 01:15:00 +0000 stabl.es rss13 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=stablessingers Monday 14 November at 8 pm<br /> Wednesday 30 November at 8 pm<br /> <br /> Wednesday 7 November at 8 pm (carols and nibbles)<br /> <br /> And by special request: Friday 23 December at 6.30 pm (carols to greet the pantomime audience)<br /> <br /> If you enjoy singing but have never had the confidence or opportunity to join a formal choir, then why not come along to the Stables Singers for an informal singalong with a group of friendly like-minded people. No experience is necessary!<br /> <br /> We sing a wide variety of popular music, from Gilbert and Sullivan to Flanders and Swann; Gershwin to Lennon and McCartney; show songs; old-time music hall and much, much more.<br /> <br /> £3 per session.<br /> <br /> For further information contact Joan Pearce or Robert Connelly, or just come along. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 01:15:00 +0000 stabl.es rss14 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=contactus If you would like to join the artistic planning group for the 2013–15 seasons, please send your application to us by email before Saturday 19 November. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 01:15:00 +0000 stabl.es rss15 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=newmembersevening Monday 28 November at 7 pm. Book your free place at the box office or online<br /> <br /> This evening is open to any member who has not attended a new members’ evening before and anyone who would like to become a member. You are welcome to bring guests.<br /> <br /> Meet the volunteers who run the theatre, hear the story of the Stables Theatre, go on a backstage tour, watch a rehearsal, and enjoy a drink with other Stables members. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 01:15:00 +0000 stabl.es rss16 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=quartermainesterms 18–26 November. <i>Quartermaine’s Terms</i> by Simon Gray. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000 stabl.es rss17 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=christmasshow In the art gallery. Exhibition continues until Thursday 22 December.<br /> <br /> This show offers a selection of delightful and colourful glassware, inspirational local landscapes, intricate and masterly woodcuts, narrative illustrations, plus a selection of unique beaded jewellery. Fri, 18 Nov 2011 01:00:00 +0000 stabl.es rss18 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=auditions The audition notice for <i>The Winslow Boy</i> has been updated with a page of audition pieces. The auditions for this and <i>Bedroom Farce</i> are next Sunday, 27 November. Sun, 20 Nov 2011 19:57:00 +0000 stabl.es rss19 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=newmembersevening Our new members’ evening is on Monday. Do come along. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 20:47:00 +0000 stabl.es rss20 http://www.bohemiavillage.com/?page_id=14581 The Stables is supporting the Grand Bohemia Short Story Competition. Take a look at www.bohemiavillage.com. The closing date for entries is 31 December. Wed, 23 Nov 2011 20:47:00 +0000 stabl.es rss21 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=2011-quartermainesterms In today’s world, the pace of change and newness is giddying. Not so in the staff room of a language school inhabited by an old-world paternalistic “family” of teachers which is being turned around with the inevitability of a slowly turning thing. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 20:10:00 +0000 stabl.es rss22 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=parkingenforcement Parking enforcement at the Stables Theatre starts tomorrow, 1 December.<br /> <br /> Unauthorized parking in the Stables car park has been a problem for many years. In order to give the car park back to those who should be using it—our patrons and volunteers—we are introducing parking enforcement from 1 December 2011. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 21:23:00 +0000 stabl.es rss23 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=jackandthebeanstalk Several performances of <i>Jack and the Beanstalk</i> are close to selling out. The best availability is for Wednesday and Thursday nights (14, 15 December).<br /> <br /> Production photos are available on our website. Sun, 11 Dec 2011 22:14:00 +0000 stabl.es rss24 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=jackandthebeanstalk <i>Jack and the Beanstalk</i> opens tonight. Most performances are close to selling out, but three performances have better availability: check on our website. It should be great fun for all the family. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:50:00 +0000 stabl.es rss25 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=reviewanddevelopment Saturday 14 January at 10.30 am<br /> <br /> For the past six months, the various departments of the theatre have been shaping our “road map” showing what our targets are, how we are going to reach them and what it will cost. The impetus for creating a new plan was to build on what has already been achieved, the knowledge that we must survive by our own efforts and the passionate desire to ensure that the Stables continues to succeed for another 50 years.<br /> <br /> The plan can be downloaded from our website. This will be a “live” document that can be amended in the course of time.<br /> <br /> This meeting is your opportunity to be part of the future of the Stables, knowing what we have planned and contributing to those plans yourself. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:50:00 +0000 stabl.es rss26 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=directorsmeeting Friday 20 January from 7 pm (see our website for details of times)<br /> <br /> The artistic planning group has started to plan for the 2013 season and would now like to extend a warm invitation to all prospective and regular Stables Theatre directors to attend an open evening at the theatre, to put forward their production proposals and to confirm their availability for the 2013 season, which will soon be upon us. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:50:00 +0000 stabl.es rss27 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=membersparty Friday 27 January at 7.30 pm<br /> <br /> Please put this date in your diary. More details will follow.<br /> <br /> This is a party to say thank you to our dedicated team of volunteers, but all Stables members are welcome come and join in. The bar will be open. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 17:50:00 +0000 stabl.es rss28 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=2011-jackandthebeanstalk Jack and the Beanstalk provided a splendidly entertaining evening in Pantoland during the run-up to Christmas. ...<br /> <br /> Well done to everyone involved at the Stables, in front of the curtains and behind the scenes, who sent the sell-out audiences home full of Christmas cheer. It was all jolly, jolly good fun. Mon, 2 Jan 2012 21:35:00 +0000 stabl.es rss29 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=whatson The <i>What’s On</i> brochure (incorporating <i>StageWrite</i>) is on its way to those of you who receive our paper mailings. However, the details of the forthcoming season are on our website, and the brochure can be downloaded as a PDF file.<br /> <br /> The productions of the new season are: <i>Entertaining Angels</i>, Beyond Words, Poetry at the Stables, <i>Of Mice and Men</i>, <i>The Wind in the Willows</i>, <i>Spitfire Solo</i>, <i>Bedroom Farce</i>, <i>Rent</i>, Julie Felix, <i>The Winslow Boy</i> and Tom Crean. In the art gallery will be an exciting retrospective of the work of Val and Bob Falla. Wed, 4 Jan 2012 20:36:00 +0000 stabl.es rss30 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=playreadings There is a play reading coming up this Sunday afternoon (8 January): <i>Naked Skin</i> by Rebecca Lenkiewicz is a story of the militancy of the suffragette movement and women of all classes in Holloway Prison, amongst them the aristocrat Lady Celia Cain and a young seamstress. Wed, 4 Jan 2012 20:36:00 +0000 stabl.es rss31 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=reviewanddevelopment This meeting is on Saturday 14 January at 10.30 am. All volunteers are encouraged to attend. Be involved in the future of the Stables Theatre. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:17:00 +0000 stabl.es rss32 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=directorsmeeting Friday 20 January from 7 pm (see our website for details of times)<br /> <br /> The artistic planning group has started to plan for the 2013 season and would now like to extend a warm invitation to all prospective and regular Stables Theatre directors to attend an open evening at the theatre, to put forward their production proposals and to confirm their availability for the 2013 season, which will soon be upon us. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:18:00 +0000 stabl.es rss33 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=membersparty Friday 27 January at 7.30 pm<br /> <br /> Read more for details of our members’ and volunteers’ party, including your opportunity to get involved in the entertainment. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:19:00 +0000 stabl.es rss34 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=playreadings The next play reading is <i>Accidental Death of an Anarchist</i> by Dario Fo, hosted by Andrew Bruce, on Sunday 5 February at 5 pm. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:20:00 +0000 stabl.es rss35 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=whatson All of the details of the coming season are on our website, and you can download the <i>What’s On</i> brochure as a PDF file. Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:21:00 +0000 stabl.es rss36 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=entertainingangels 10–18 February. <i>Entertaining Angels</i> by Richard Everett.<br /> <br /> Since the death of her husband, the local vicar, Grace’s rather cosy world has fallen apart and she is going through a crisis of faith. Secure routines have begun to unravel and, although there is now a certain enjoyment in her a new-found freedom to do and say exactly as she pleases, Grace still remains shaken by events: “… I’ve made four thousand six hundred medium-sized quiches and personally baked two tons of light crust pastry. And what for?” Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:22:00 +0000 stabl.es rss37 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=2011-seasonreview The Stables review group has again prepared a review of the year passed.<br /> <br /> This 12-minute video presentation (without sound) has been prepared by Martin Robinson on behalf of the review group, incorporating photographs by Peter Mould. It celebrates the contribution made by so many people in the past year and gives the review group’s judgement of the nominees and winners for the best performances (on and off stage) in several categories. It is the closest we come to an awards ceremony. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:01:00 +0000 stabl.es rss38 http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=TN40+1RH Many of you will know our front-of-house coordinator John Burke, who died in December. A memorial service will be held at St Mary Magdalene’s RC Church, Sea Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 1RH on Saturday 28 January, at 2 pm. The church is in the centre of Bexhill, directly opposite Bexhill train station. There will be a reception afterwards in the adjacent church hall. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:02:00 +0000 stabl.es rss39 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=entertainingangels 10–18 February. <i>Entertaining Angels</i> by Richard Everett.<br /> <br /> Since the death of her husband, the local vicar, Grace’s rather cosy world has fallen apart and she is going through a crisis of faith. Secure routines have begun to unravel and, although there is now a certain enjoyment in her a new-found freedom to do and say exactly as she pleases, Grace still remains shaken by events: “… I’ve made four thousand six hundred medium-sized quiches and personally baked two tons of light crust pastry. And what for?” Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:03:00 +0000 stabl.es rss40 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=directorsmeeting Friday 20 January from 7 pm (see our website for details of times)<br /> <br /> Looking forward, the artistic planning group has started to plan for the 2013 season and would now like to extend a warm invitation to all prospective and regular Stables Theatre directors to attend an open evening at the theatre, to put forward their production proposals and to confirm their availability for the 2013 season, which will soon be upon us. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:04:00 +0000 stabl.es rss41 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=membersparty Friday 27 January at 7.30 pm<br /> <br /> Don’t miss out on our members’ and volunteers’ party, next Friday. All of our volunteers and members and their partners are welcome.<br /> <br /> Please bring a small plate or bowl of food. The bar will be open. Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:05:00 +0000 stabl.es rss42 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=membersparty Members’ and volunteers’ party. All of our volunteers and members and their partners are welcome.<br /> <br /> Friday 27 January at 7.30 pm<br /> <br /> Please bring a small plate or bowl of food. The newly refurbished bar will be open. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:56:00 +0000 stabl.es rss43 http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?q=TN40+1RH Saturday 28 January, at 2 pm <br /> <br /> Remembering our front-of-house coordinator John Burke. St Mary Magdalene’s RC Church, Sea Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 1RH. The church is in the centre of Bexhill, directly opposite Bexhill train station. There will be a reception afterwards in the adjacent church hall. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:56:00 +0000 stabl.es rss44 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=playreadings <i>Accidental Death of an Anarchist</i> by Dario Fo, hosted by Andrew Bruce. <br /> <br /> Sunday 5 February at 5 pm Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:56:00 +0000 stabl.es rss45 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=entertainingangels <i>Entertaining Angels</i> by Richard Everett. <br /> 10–18 February <br /> <br /> Since the death of her husband, the local vicar, Grace’s rather cosy world has fallen apart and she is going through a crisis of faith. Secure routines have begun to unravel and, although there is now a certain enjoyment in her a new-found freedom to do and say exactly as she pleases, Grace still remains shaken by events: “… I’ve made four thousand six hundred medium-sized quiches and personally baked two tons of light crust pastry. And what for?” Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:56:00 +0000 stabl.es rss46 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=auditions The lastest audition notice is online: a double bill of British Classics, with the same cast for both plays. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 18:27:00 +0000 stabl.es rss47 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=entertainingangels The 2012 season kicks off on Friday with <i>Entertaining Angels</i>. <br /> <br /> 10–18 February <br /> <br /> Since the death of her husband, the local vicar, Grace’s rather cosy world has fallen apart and she is going through a crisis of faith. Secure routines have begun to unravel and, although there is now a certain enjoyment in her a new-found freedom to do and say exactly as she pleases, Grace still remains shaken by events: “… I’ve made four thousand six hundred medium-sized quiches and personally baked two tons of light crust pastry. And what for?” Sun, 5 Feb 2012 21:11:00 +0000 stabl.es rss48 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=chalkandcheese From Friday, we are also being treated to a retrospective exhibition of the works of Bob and Val Falla—Chalk and Cheese. Val and Bob are both accomplished, professionally trained artists, but with very different styles. They ran the Stables art gallery for many years. Sun, 5 Feb 2012 21:11:01 +0000 stabl.es rss49 http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/kileyscarpets Dain Jensen, director of Kiley’s Karpets, will be running in the London Marathon in aid of MSRC, a multiple-sclerosis research charity. <br /> <br /> Dain’s company is a major sponsor of our theatre. Over the years Dain and Kiley’s Karpets have been generous with their financial and material support to help keep the show on the road at our theatre. You can see their handiwork on the floor of the recently refurbished Stables bar. If you would like to show a tangible sign of your appreciation for this generosity, please consider sponsoring Dain’s marathon run. Sun, 5 Feb 2012 21:11:03 +0000 stabl.es rss50 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=whoswho Our annual general meeting will be held on Tuesday 27 March. A new council of management for the coming year will be elected, and we thought we would give you advance notice that several members of the current council will reach the end of their terms of office and will be stepping down. If you would like to be more involved in the running of the theatre, now is the time to start thinking whether this is the role for you. We suggest that you speak to one of the current council members to find out what being a director of the Stables Trust involves. It would be great to see new people joining this team: active volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, wishing to guide the future of our beloved theatre and arts centre. Sun, 5 Feb 2012 21:11:04 +0000 stabl.es rss51 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=contactus At the start of next year we hope to be in a position to redevelop the theatre box office, the two downstairs foyers and the adjacent areas. We welcome the suggestions of any members on how best to do this but would particularly like to find architects or designers among our members who could advise us on this. Please contact us if you would like to help. Sun, 5 Feb 2012 21:11:05 +0000 stabl.es rss52 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/reviewanddevelopmentminutes.pdf Thank you to all of our members who attended the review and development meeting in January. You can now download the minutes of the meeting as a PDF file. Sun, 5 Feb 2012 21:11:06 +0000 stabl.es rss53 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=entertainingangels <i>Entertaining Angels</i> opens tonight at 7.30 pm. Production photographs are available on our website. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:15:00 +0000 stabl.es rss54 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=chalkandcheese This retrospective of the works of Val and Bob Falla is in the art gallery from this evening. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:15:00 +0000 stabl.es rss55 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=beyondwords After the very well received <i>Entertaining Angels</i>, we move on to contemporary dance this week. Sue Marshall and team present <b>Beyond Words</b>. <br /> <br /> Thursday 23 to Saturday 25 February at 7.30 pm Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:04:00 +0000 stabl.es rss56 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=poetryatthestables The diversity continues the following weekend, with <b>Poetry at the Stables</b>. A relaxed evening of poetry in the Stables bar. <br /> <br /> Saturday 3 March at 7.30 pm Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:04:01 +0000 stabl.es rss57 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=ofmiceandmen The next Stables play, <b>Of Mice and Men</b> (9–17 March), is proving very popular, with large group bookings almost filling some performances. Book now to avoid disappointment. Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:04:02 +0000 stabl.es rss58 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=agm The Stables <b>annual general meeting</b> is coming up on 27 March. The related documents are available to download; paper copies are on their way to those of you who receive our paper mailings. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:05:00 +0000 stabl.es rss59 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=poetryatthestables If you enjoy poetry, why not join us for <b>Poetry at the Stables</b> on Saturday. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:05:01 +0000 stabl.es rss60 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=ofmiceandmen <b>Of Mice and Men</b> (9–17 March) continues to sell well. Book your tickets before it is too late. Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:05:02 +0000 stabl.es rss61 http://www.stables-theatre.co.uk/?page=2012-entertainingangels Should we laugh or cry in response to a story about unresolved issues that the death of a loved one cuts short the chance to put right? Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:05:03 +0000 stabl.es rss62 http://stabl.es/?poetryatthestables <b>Poetry at the Stables</b>, Saturday 3 March at 7.30 pm. Sat, 3 Mar 2012 09:24:00 +0000 stabl.es rss63 http://stabl.es/?playreadings Sunday 4 March at 5 pm. An informal reading of <b>Accidental Death of an Anarchist</b> by Dario Fo. Sat, 3 Mar 2012 09:24:01 +0000 stabl.es rss64 http://stabl.es/?ofmiceandmen There are still a few tickets left for <b>Of Mice and Men</b> (9–17 March), but be quick. Sat, 3 Mar 2012 09:24:02 +0000 stabl.es rss65 http://stabl.es/?auditions The next Stables production audition notice is now available to download. Auditions for <b>Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean</b> are on 1 April. <br /> <br /> The dates of the subsequent two auditions have been reversed. Sat, 3 Mar 2012 13:15:00 +0000 stabl.es rss66 http://stabl.es/?spitfiresolo Later this month, Nicholas Collett brings the Battle of Britain to our stage in <b>Spitfire Solo</b> (31 March). Thu, 8 Mar 2012 08:22:00 +0000 stabl.es rss67 http://stabl.es/?thewindinthewillows Later this month, Dehaviland Dance and Drama Studio present <b>The Wind in the Willows </b> (23 & 24 March). Thu, 8 Mar 2012 08:22:01 +0000 stabl.es rss68 http://stabl.es/?ofmiceandmen John Steinbeck’s <b>Of Mice and Men</b> opens on Friday (9 March). Two performances have sold out, and there are just a few tickets left for the other performances: book now! Thu, 8 Mar 2012 08:22:02 +0000 stabl.es rss69 http://stabl.es/?contactus Volunteers are needed for a 1950s jubilee fayre and theatrical retro sale (26 May, 11 am to 4 pm). We especially need people to run the sideshows (ideas and suggestions welcome!) and people for tea and coffee sales etc. You don’t have to commit for the whole day; any time you can spare would be much appreciated. Email us if you can help. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:19:00 +0000 stabl.es rss70 http://stabl.es/?bedroomfarce The next Stables production is Alan Ayckbourn’s <b>Bedroom Farce</b> (13–21 April). Read a heartfelt director’s view of the play. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:19:01 +0000 stabl.es rss71 http://stabl.es/?spitfiresolo Saturday 31 March, the Battle of Britain comes to the Stables in <b>Spitfire Solo</b>. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:19:02 +0000 stabl.es rss72 http://stabl.es/?thewindinthewillows This Friday and Saturday, Dehaviland Dance and Drama Studio presents <b>The Wind in the Willows</b>. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:19:03 +0000 stabl.es rss73 http://stabl.es/?thewindinthewillows Dehaviland Dance and Drama Studio presents <b>The Wind in the Willows</b>, Friday and Saturday. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:06:00 +0000 stabl.es rss74 http://stabl.es/?agm Our <b>annual general meeting</b> is on Tuesday evening (27 March). Nominations this year give the potential for major changes in the leadership of the Stables. We encourage all members to attend and have their say. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:06:01 +0000 stabl.es rss75 http://stabl.es/?carbootsale Sunday 6 May 10 am to 1 pm. In the Stables car park. Raising funds for the Stables. Sat, 30 Mar 2012 00:10:00 +0100 stabl.es rss76 http://stabl.es/?fohredevelopment Stakeholders’ meeting: Saturday 14 April at 10.30 am. We hope to redevelop the box office and front-of-house areas early next year. This is your opportunity to be involved in that process. Sat, 30 Mar 2012 00:10:01 +0100 stabl.es rss77 http://stabl.es/?bedroomfarce Bedroom Farce by Alan Ayckbourn (13–21 April). Four couples, three bedrooms, two celebrations, one blazing row and an illicit kiss (or two). Alan Ayckbourn shines a spotlight on the trials and tribulations of suburban marriage. Sat, 30 Mar 2012 00:10:02 +0100 stabl.es rss78 http://stabl.es/ Please note that the box office and art gallery will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Sat, 30 Mar 2012 00:10:03 +0100 stabl.es rss79 http://stabl.es/?spitfiresolo Join us tonight, as Nicholas Collett recreates the Battle of Britain onstage. Sat, 30 Mar 2012 00:10:04 +0100 stabl.es rss80 http://stabl.es/?auditions Don’t forget: auditions on Sunday for <i>Come Back to the Five and Dimer, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean</i>. Sat, 30 Mar 2012 01:19:00 +0100 stabl.es rss81 http://stabl.es/?auditions It is not too late to get involved in <i>Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean</i>. There is second audition coming up on 16 April. Thu, 5 Apr 2012 23:40:00 +0100 stabl.es rss82 http://stabl.es/?rent 25–28 April. Rent by Jonathan Larson. <br /> <br /> The Hastleons, Hastings’ premier musical theatre company, proudly presents this powerful and moving rock musical. Mon, 9 Apr 2012 21:45:00 +0100 stabl.es rss83 http://stabl.es/?victoriakiff 23 April–2 June. Victoria Kiff: Hyphema, Story and Verse <br /> <br /> This new collection by Victoria Kiff is involved with a lucid investigation of the inner self, focusing on love and loss. Mon, 9 Apr 2012 21:45:01 +0100 stabl.es rss84 http://stabl.es/?fohredevelopment Stakeholders’ meeting: Saturday 14 April at 10.30 am. We hope to redevelop the box office and front-of-house areas early next year. This is your opportunity to be involved in that process. Mon, 9 Apr 2012 21:45:02 +0100 stabl.es rss85 http://stabl.es/?bedroomfarce 13–21 April. Four couples, three bedrooms, two celebrations, one blazing row and an illicit kiss (or two). Alan Ayckbourn shines a spotlight on the trials and tribulations of suburban marriage. <br /> <br /> The rehearsals look good. Book your tickets before it is too late. Mon, 9 Apr 2012 21:45:03 +0100 stabl.es rss87 http://stabl.es/?jubileefayre 26 May. This promises to be a great day out for the whole family. In addition to the sale of vintage clothing and backstage items, there will be a number of outdoor sideshows and a bouncy castle for the children. Add music and a talk on the history of the theatre. Come along and support us. Wed, 17 Apr 2012 21:00:01 +0100 stabl.es rss88 http://stabl.es/?carbootsale 6 May. In the Stables car park. Admission free Wed, 17 Apr 2012 21:00:02 +0100 stabl.es rss89 http://stabl.es/?juliefelix 5 May. <b>Julie Felix</b> takes her audience on a fascinating journey through music and personal experience. She is greatly looking forward to returning to the Stables following a very busy time in the States, and prior to major shows in London and Birmingham. Wed, 17 Apr 2012 21:00:03 +0100 stabl.es rss90 http://stabl.es/?victoriakiff 23 April–2 June. Victoria Kiff: Hyphema, Story and Verse <br /> <br /> This new collection by Victoria Kiff is involved with a lucid investigation of the inner self, focusing on love and loss. Wed, 17 Apr 2012 21:00:04 +0100 stabl.es rss91 http://stabl.es/?rent by Jonathan Larson. 25–28 April. <br /> <br /> Although <i>Bedroom Farce</i> is almost sold out, don’t forget the we have another production at the Stables next week. <br /> <br /> <b>Rent</b> tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s bohemian Lower East Side. It’s the early 90s, and everyone is living under the shadow of HIV and Aids. But there is still love and beauty to be found in these squalid surroundings. Wed, 17 Apr 2012 21:00:05 +0100 stabl.es rss92 http://stabl.es/?playreadings 6 May at 5 pm. An informal reading of <b>La Musica Deuxièxme</b> By Marguerite Duras. Hosted by Michele Lester. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:00:00 +0100 stabl.es rss93 http://stabl.es/?playreadings Sunday 6 May at 5 pm. An informal reading of <b>La Musica Deuxièxme</b> By Marguerite Duras. Hosted by Michele Lester. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:00:01 +0100 stabl.es rss94 http://stabl.es/?carbootsale Sunday 6 May. In the Stables car park. Admission free Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:00:02 +0100 stabl.es rss95 http://stabl.es/?juliefelix Saturday 5 May at 7.30 pm. Julie Felix takes her audience on a fascinating journey through music and personal experience. This show is likely to sell out. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:00:03 +0100 stabl.es rss96 http://stabl.es/?juliefelix Victoria Kiff’s Hyphema, Story and Verse in the art gallery until 2 June. On <b>Saturday 12 May at 12 noon</b> she will be giving a talk in the art gallery about her work. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:00:04 +0100 stabl.es rss91 http://stabl.es/?rent Rent by Jonathan Larson. Wednesday 25 to Saturday 28 April (including Saturday matinee). There has been a late rush on tickets for Rent, and the Thursday and Friday performances are almost sold out. The Hastleons present this musical of 1990s New York. Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:00:05 +0100 stabl.es rss92 http://stabl.es/ All of the information for the coming season in the theatre and art gallery is now online. Sun, 6 May 2012 16:00:00 +0100 stabl.es rss93 http://stabl.es/?stagewrite <i>StageWrite</i>, the Stables magazine is now online. Sun, 6 May 2012 16:00:01 +0100 stabl.es rss94 http://stabl.es/?victoriakifftalks Victoria Kiff talks about her work. What is behind the enigmatic works in the art gallery? Sun, 6 May 2012 16:00:02 +0100 stabl.es rss95 http://stabl.es/?2012-bedroomfarce A review of <i>Bedroom Farce</i> is now online. “Underneath the nostalgia, this craftily worked play wickedly disassembles the structure of marriage to reveal the seam of self-doubt and uncertainty locked below the surface of our relationships.” Sun, 6 May 2012 16:00:03 +0100 stabl.es rss96 http://stabl.es/?auditions Auditions for this new Stables production are on Sunday 13 May. Sun, 6 May 2012 16:00:04 +0100 stabl.es rss97 http://stabl.es/?thewinslowboy Cast photos for <i>The Winslow Boy</i> are now online. The show opens on Friday 11 May. Sun, 6 May 2012 16:00:05 +0100