STONYBRASS WORKS – CHRISTMAS AT YORK HOUSE!

Fri 20 NovDoors 19:00

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST

York House Centre · Stony Stratford

York House Theatre Collective, in collaboration with The Play’s The Thing Theatre Company, presents Oscar Wilde’s timeless comedy: The Importance of Being Earnest Prepare for an evening of sharp wit, outrageous misunderstandings, double lives, romantic complications and some of the most gloriously ridiculous characters ever created for the stage. And joining the cast is acclaimed actor Ian Reddington, whose career spans more than four decades across stage, film and television, with credits including Highlander, Doctor Who, EastEnders, Coronation Street, Shameless, Benidorm and Vera. Presented as a rehearsed play reading, this special collaboration brings together professional theatre-makers for an entertaining and intimate evening celebrating one of the greatest comedies in the English language. Expect laughter. Expect wit. Expect Wilde. Whether you're a lifelong theatre lover or simply looking for a great night out, come and enjoy the wonderfully absurd world of The Importance of Being Earnest at York House. Friday 20th November

Comedy

Sat 5 DecDoors 20:00

THE BIGHEAD

York House Centre · Stony Stratford

Get ready for a night of Original Roots Reggae & Ska as The Bighead bring their infectious sound to York House! Based in Northampton and formed in 2009 by songwriter Mark Da Costa, The Bighead have been bringing their own blend of roots reggae and ska to audiences across the UK and Europe for over a decade. They’ve shared stages with some of the biggest names in the original 2-Tone scene, including The Beat, The Selecter and Bad Manners, as well as playing a memorable show with Madness at Northampton’s County Cricket Ground. With three albums and a single released through independent label Heavy Product, plus a strong following on the Berlin reggae scene, The Bighead are guaranteed to bring plenty of energy, rhythm and good vibes to York House. All proceeds from this event will be going to the York House 'Building for Our Future' fundraising campaign. A huge thank you to Mark and the band for giving their time and talent to support our fundraising. We will be running a York House bar at this event - selling lager, beers, wines, some spirits in cans and soft drinks - with all profits going to York House. Original Roots Reggae & Ska Live music Dancing encouraged! York House Centr...

Gigs

Sat 30 Jan 2027Doors 19:00

Blame and Shame - a play by Rosemary Hill

York House Centre · Stony Stratford

A new play by Rosemary Hill about women who are blamed and shamed if they do not meet society’s ideal of femininity. The play focusses on two very different women – Catherine Hogarth (the wife of Charles Dickens) who was labelled an unfit mother by Dickens himself and Christine Keeler who became known as the “Temptress who rocked the Empire” in the Profumo affair which eventually brought down the Macmillan government. She was nineteen. Profumo was forty six, but it was apparently all Keeler’s fault! Over 16. References to sex and violence. Tickets £12.00 or £10.00 (concessions - unwaged) from https://wegottickets.com/ Rosemary is generously donating all ticket money to York House’s "Building for the future campaign", and all profits from the bar will be added to that. Doors open 7.00pm (Saturday) and 2.30pm Sunday) and of course, there will be a York House bar offering real ale, cider, lager, wine and soft drinks More information from [email protected] or www.playsthethingtheatrecompany.co.uk For more details about York House email [email protected] or have a look at the York House website: www.york-house.org.uk

Theatre

Sun 31 Jan 2027Doors 14:30

Blame and Shame - a play by Rosemary Hill

York House Centre · Stony Stratford

A new play by Rosemary Hill about women who are blamed and shamed if they do not meet society’s ideal of femininity. The play focusses on two very different women – Catherine Hogarth (the wife of Charles Dickens) who was labelled an unfit mother by Dickens himself and Christine Keeler who became known as the “Temptress who rocked the Empire” in the Profumo affair which eventually brought down the Macmillan government. She was nineteen. Profumo was forty six, but it was apparently all Keeler’s fault! Over 16. References to sex and violence. Tickets £12.00 or £10.00 (concessions - unwaged) from https://wegottickets.com/ Rosemary is generously donating all ticket money to York House’s "Building for the future campaign", and all profits from the bar will be added to that. Doors open 7.00pm (Saturday) and 2.30pm Sunday) and of course, there will be a York House bar offering real ale, cider, lager, wine and soft drinks More information from [email protected] or www.playsthethingtheatrecompany.co.uk For more details about York House email [email protected] or have a look at the York House website: www.york-house.org.uk

Theatre

Fri 18 DecDoors 17:00

Mica Paris

The Jazz Cafe · London

GigsSoulFunk & R&B

Fri 18 DecDoors 17:30

Jazz At St Andrews presents; Christmas Special

St Andrews Church · Hove

In what has become a cherished St Andrew’s tradition, we once again ring in the festive season with a joyful evening of swing, seasonal cheer, and perhaps a carol or two with a jazzy twist! Expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere with mince pies and mulled wine served to get everyone in the holiday spirit. This end-of-year celebration is hosted by trumpeter Chris Coull, joined by the soulful vocals of Sara Oschlag and the powerhouse sound of the 16-piece Brighton Mafia Big Band. A perfect way to wrap up the concert year — we hope you and your loved ones can join us for this sparkling musical finale.

GigsJazzLatin

Fri 18 DecDoors 18:00

Brandenburg Concertos at Christmas (6pm)

St Mary Le Strand · London

Enjoy an exceptional concert by candlelight this Christmas in the beautiful setting of St Mary Le Strand Church.

GigsClassical

Fri 18 DecDoors 18:00

Dolly Parton vs Fleetwood Mac | XL Tribute Concert | Liverpool

Invisible Wind Factory · Liverpool

Two legends, one night. Arena-standard tribute show with LED walls, lasers and an 80s covers support act. Kick off Christmas at Invisible Wind Factory

GigsCountry/AmericanaPop