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May 2008
Farside 2
Date: Sunday 4 May
Time: 8pm
Tickets: Free Admission
Farside 2 welcomes you to an international acoustic music club seeking to encourage the diverse array of musical talent on offer in the region with featured artists and open mic slots. Singers and instrumentalists from all backgrounds will find a ready welcome. For monthly listings, check the local press and web: www.farside2.org.uk
Jenny Eclair: Because I Forgot To Get A Pension Tour
Date: Friday 9 May
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £15
After six years of writing books (OK one book), hosting radio shows, doing plays and the phenomenal success of Grumpy Old Women, Eclair returns with a brand new stand-up show. (Obviously she won't be standing up all the time; she'll need to sit down now and again to stop her ankles swelling).
So... expect lots of stuff about motherhood, sausages, the etiquette of alcohol, clothes rage, why parties are rubbish and the joys of cantering.
If you are going to treat yourself to a ticket, please laugh and clap very loudly, as she is a bit deaf and her hormones are all over the place. Men, accompanied or on the loose, most welcome.
WARNING - There will be a demonstration of live cantering with some low level show jumping.
www.jennyeclair.com
Mostly Autumn
Date: Saturday 10 May
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £14 adv / £15 door
Mostly Autumn play powerful atmospheric rock with a Celtic edge. Influenced by Pink Floyd, Deep Purple and Genesis their music is also reminiscent of '70s Fleetwood Mac and Fairport Convention. From heavy guitar riffs to the most delicate heart-felt ballads and from atmospheric sonic landscapes to hook-driven melodies, this is a band that deserves to be heard.
"Soundtrack stuff for the wide screen." Mojo
www.mostly-autumn.com
Patrick Street
Date: Sunday 11 May
Time: 7.30pm
Tickets: £12.50 / £5 (age 14 and under)
Patrick Street, an exciting quartet of Irish musical virtuosos, are considered a supergroup of traditional Irish music whose heritage dates straight back to The Bothy Band and Planxty. Their recent album On the Fly marks the Patrick Street debut of respected multi-instrumentalist John Carty. Many of the band's new tunes are rooted in the rhythmic ebb and flow of the swift, rolling rural music of County Sligo - music on which both Carty and Kevin Burke were raised. Now considered two of the finest fiddlers of their generations, they team up for some thrilling sets of tunes alongside the bouzouki and vocal of Andy Irvine and the guitar of Ged Foley.
"Patrick Street are this decade's answer to The Bothy Band and Planxty: master musicians whose molecules have merged so intrinsically with the music that it's hard to tell musician and music apart." The Irish Times
Melanie
Date: Monday 12 May
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £17
Melanie's voice is a powerful instrument and she sings with a unique passion and intensity. Her lyrics are thoughtful, her melodies are beautiful, her style is captivating. She's won a Grammy, an Emmy, scores of top female vocalist awards and the hearts of millions from Woodstock to the Albert Hall. Since the '60s Melanie has recorded over 25 albums, sold millions of records and is perhaps best known for her hits Brand New Key, Lay Down (Candles in the Rain) and What Have They Done To My Song, Ma?
www.melaniesmusic.com
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Stan Tracey & Bobby Wellins Quartet
Date: Wednesday 14 May
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £15/ £10 NUS
Stan Tracey (piano), Bobby Wellins (tenor sax), Andrew Cleyndert (double bass), Clark Tracey (drums)
Stan Tracey CBE is a figurehead for several generations of musicians. Stan's music has kept on flowing from the early days with Ted Heath, through the period in the '60s as Ronnie Scott's house pianist, to leading his own trios and big bands. In 1965 he made a recording with tenor sax giant Bobby Wellins. This suite of pieces inspired by Dylan Thomas' Under Milk Wood was voted as all-time favourite British jazz album by Jazz UK magazine. Do not miss the opportunity to see and hear these two legends together.
www.stantracey.com
www.bobbywellins.co.uk
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Emergency!
Date: Thursday 15 May
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £5 / £3.50 conc
Emergency's 'candlelit cabaret' is an eclectic showcase of new work hosted by The Y and Speakeasy Theatre Company. Presenting the best of the region's new acts in theatre, dance, performance poetry and short film, Emergency! is a great networking opportunity, with a chance to give your feedback directly to the artists. If you would like the chance to perform at future events, please contact Speakeasy on 0116 283 6646 or visit www.emergencyshowcase.co.uk
The Sounds of Simon
Date: Saturday 17 May
Time: 9pm
Tickets: £12 / £10 conc
The Sounds of Simon is not a tribute, it is a celebration of the enduring music of Simon and Garfunkel. It is more than your average stroll through the classics. Ben Bowden and Steve Green, who also play with the acoustic duo, Table Nine, team up with bass and percussion to produce a full band show that takes in the whole range of Simon and Garfunkel's career together as well as drawing extensively from Paul Simon's solo career. Hear songs such as Father and Daughter, Fifty Ways to Leave Your Lover and Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes as well as older tunes like Homeward Bound and Cecilia.
www.tablenine.net
Alice In Wonderland
Date: Thursday 22 – Sunday 25 May
Time: 6.30pm Thur-Sat, 2.30pm Sat & Sun
Tickets: £7.50 Adults/£6 child & Snr Citizens/£24 family ticket
The ever popular Braunstone & Wycliffe Operatic Society present a musical for children based on the stories of Lewis Carroll. Tickets and more information available from Charles Pole, 0116 299 4390.
The Best of Leicester Comedy Festival – On Tour
Date: Thursday 29 May
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £12 / £10 conc
This year, the Leicester Comedy Festival has turned 15 and like most teenagers they're breaking loose and ready to throw a party. Join them, as they celebrate and deliver the best and funniest acts, fresh from this year's festival as part of a national tour.
Featuring four hit acts...
Alun Cochrane's warm and intelligent comedy has led to appearances on several radio shows including Just A Minute and TV performances on Have I Got News For You, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, Mock The Week and Never Mind The Buzzcocks.
Jon Richardson is perhaps best known as co-host of BBC6 Music's The Russell Howard Show. Nominated for the 2007 If.Comedy Newcomer Award, Jon is the fast rising star of British comedy. His stand up deals with life's irritations from the correct way of eating a sandwich to the pain of queuing incorrectly.
Hapless disc-jockey Ivan Brackenbury is the flagship presenter of Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Hospital Radio. His roadshow captures the fun and excitement you'd expect from being ill in hospital with games, giveaways, patients' requests and Ivan's special blend of music and chat.
Steve Williams will host.
"A likeable jack of so many comedy trades, Williams is emerging as a master of them all" The Scotsman
www.comedy-festival.co.uk
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June 2008
With My Head
Date: Sunday 1 June
Time: 3pm
Tickets: £5.50 adult / £4 child
Travel on a journey, not in the stomach of a big metal bird, but on the backs of little white animals with paper wings, to a world where mud becomes mountains, mountains become clouds, clouds become animals, where animals fly and clouds fall on mountains, which become mud again.
With My Head is a small story about getting away, wanting to be rescued and wanting to know where we come from. Performed by acclaimed, innovative theatre company Reckless Sleepers,,it is suitable for children aged 6 and over.
www.reckless-sleepers.co.uk
Farside 2
Date: Sunday 1 June
Time: 8pm
Tickets: Free Admission
Farside 2 welcomes you to an international acoustic music club seeking to encourage the diverse array of musical talent on offer in the region with featured artists and open mic slots. Singers and instrumentalists from all backgrounds will find a ready welcome. For monthly listings, check the local press and web: www.farside2.org.uk
Shadow Play
Date: Wednesday 4 June
Time: 1pm
Tickets: £5.50 adult / £4 child
Shadow Play is inspired by the way children use play to investigate the world around them. A vibrant mix of music, dance, shadow play, mime and visual imagery, this show celebrates the natural creativity of children as we go on an exciting journey through a world of endless possibilities. A magical and enchanting journey from the internationally-acclaimed company, Travelling Light for families and children aged 2 to 6.
An empty space: clean and bright and pristine.
Add light and sound and materials.
A new world is waiting for us.
Now we can be explorers
A spellbinding family treat .. an absolute must. Brighton Argus
www.travlight.co.uk
Aynsley Lister
Date: Saturday 7 June
Time: 9pm
Tickets: £12/ £10 conc
Aynsley is one of very few artists playing rocking blues with a modern edge. His music is tangible, heartfelt, soul searching and full of fine songwriting. He plays with passion and vitality and his simply stunning guitar work is reminiscent of a young Clapton. Aynsley produces songs with a contemporary feel and sound, infusing influences from the 1960's blues boom era with a more current melodic and lyrical approach. Don't miss him!
"His guitar playing is a fire hazard....exceptionally mature & exciting" Mojo
www.aynsleylister.co.uk
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The Y, Spark & 27A Access Arts present
Spark Youth Arts Showcase
Date: Sunday 8 June
Time: 4pm
Tickets: £5 / £3.50 conc
We are delighted to celebrate the great range of emerging talent in Leicester. Performed by passionate children and young people who are learning their craft and developing their ideas with dedicated tutors all over the city and county throughout the year.
Enjoy dance, theatre, music and comedy from a sparkling line-up of young people representing our many and diverse communities and shine a light on Leicester's artists of the future. Suitable for families.
Tim Vine: Punslinger
Date: Saturday 14 June
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £15
Tim Vine is here partners. Riding in on a sand storm of laughter. All puns blazing. Tell your kinsfolk. You're about to be captured by a posse of jokes.
Star of BBC1's Not Going Out comes back to what he does cotton pickin best.
"No one else will give you as many gags for your money. Vine is superb, as clever as anything being done today". The Guardian
N.B. This is not a show about cowboys; it's just a bloke doing a lot of jokes.
www.timvine.com
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Da Comedy Room in association with The Y present
Mek Mi Laugh
Date: Friday 27 June
Time: 8pm
Tickets: £11 / £9 conc
After their huge success at Leicester Comedy Festival this February, we are delighted to welcome back Da Comedy Room with another fantastic line-up of some of Britain's best black comedians.
Felix Dexter headlines with brilliant observational comedy, social and political satire, sexual politics and characters with their own individualistic take on modern life. Local livewire Annette Fagon returns to host, alongside cool but mischievous Ava Vidal and the talented Lateef Lovejoy. Tickets sold fast in February, book yours now!
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Musician Records Presents...
in association with Lazy Sunday
Date: Saturday 28 June
Time: 8.30pm
Tickets: £8 adv / £10 door
From the heart of Leicester roots music scene The Musician Venue present five outstanding singer-songwriters – Dan Britton, David Wyatt, Andy Griffiths, Joel Owen and Jon Budding.
Dan Britton blends US West Coast, hints of celtic and country, roots and rock into his own unique style. David Wyatt's voice is powerful, evocative and emotive, with soaring dynamics covering four octaves through which he delivers a myriad of beautifully melodic and sometimes quirky songs. Andy Griffiths is a must for fans of passionate, literate songwriting. Joel Owen performs his beautifully crafted songwriting and John Budding's mixture of pop, folk and Americana has already gained a large fan base.
This will be the first time that the complete Musician Records roster has come together to perform in one creative night of music. Don't miss it!
www.musicianrecords.co.uk
Edmar Dance Show
Date: Sunday 29 June
Time: 1.45pm
Tickets: £5.50 / £4.50
Students from Edmar Dance School perform ballet, tap, disco and lyrical dance to all your favourite songs from the '80s. Tickets available from 0116 225 2922
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For tickets (unless otherwise stated) please call The Y Box Office on 0116 255 7066.
Art in the Bar
Phototext
15 April – 16 May
Phototext features an illustrative collection of work that combines photographic images with text by BTEC ND Year 1 Photography Students from Leicester College. Each student has selected a piece of text, from song lyrics to poetry and has interpreted it through the visual medium of photography. The exhibition will include both traditional and digital imaging.
Spectrum of Colours
17 May – 15 June
Our world is surrounded by a spectrum of beautiful colours in our everyday life. Be transported to a world that you forgot existed. The images will take your breath away and touch your soul. Presented by Innovation Workshop.
For more information or to purchase an exhibited item, contact Amy on 0116 204 6216 or email: artseducation@leicesterymca.co.uk
Notes to Editors
Further information, pictures and interviews are available on request. Please contact Mandy Dearsley on 0116 204 6208 or via e-mail marketing@leicesterymca.co.uk For tickets please call The Y Box Office: 0116 255 7066
How do I book?
By Phone : Call our Box Office on 0116 255 7066.
In Person : Visit our Box Office any day between
9am and 9:30pm.
By Post : Send a cheque payable to 'Leicester
YMCA' and details of your booking to
the address at the bottom of the page.
There is a 50p charge per debit/credit card
transaction. Please note that tickets are non-refundable.
Can I reserve tickets?
Reservations will be held for 4 days or 1 hour
before the performance, whichever is sooner, on
provision of a telephone number. Bookings not paid
for will be removed after this time.
Are Concessions Available?
Yes, where a reduced price is given. Unless otherwise stated concession tickets are available for children under 16, full-time students, people unemployed and in receipt of benefits, Leisure pass holders, senior citizens, and Stars members. Please show appropriate identification when collecting tickets. Please contact 0116 204 6224 or EKnight@leicesterymca.co.uk to find out more about Stars.
What seating is available?
Seating is usually unreserved except for some events when the stalls and balcony seats are reserved rows. Please check with the Box Office at time of booking. Standing in the balcony is not permitted during performances.
We want to bring a group
For many events we offer a free ticket for every 9 purchased. For groups of 10 we can reserve a table, where the seating is cabaret style. To make a group booking please contact the box office on 0116 255 7066.
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Some events are suitable for specific age groups only. We try to provide accurate descriptions and recommendations to help with this.
Please let us know if you require any further information or assistance.
The Y Bar
The Y is equipped with a licensed bar which is open during performances. Drinks can be taken into the auditorium.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed in the theatre auditorium or the bar at all times.
Theatre Hire
The Y is available for hire.
Please see Conference and Room Hire page for details of theatre facilities. For more information phone 0116 255 6507 and request a hire pack. Your comments, ideas and suggestions are always welcome. You can contact us at:
The Y,
7 East Street,
Leicester LE1 6EY.
Box Office: 0116 255 7066
Central reception: 0116 255 6507
Fax: 0116 255 6509
Email: theatre@leicesterymca.co.uk
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