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Made2Measure Theatre Co presents
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Jack RutterYorkshire folk singer Jack Rutter has established himself as one of the standout voices of the folk, roots and acoustic music scene in recent years.
A hugely engaging stage presence, his soaring vocal, powerhouse guitar and bouzouki playing and masterful arrangements of traditional songs and contemporary covers have enthralled audiences from the largest festival main stages to the most intimate folk clubs. Following on from his critically acclaimed second album Gold of Scar & Shale - 2022 saw the release of a brand new EP, with autumn 2023 bringing the successor to Gold of Scar & Shale in the form of a new album of traditional songs. Friday 18th October 2024, 7.30pm Tickets £14 Online sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/597168 |
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The Taxing Issue of TithingLaxefelders presents: The Taxing Issue of Tithing
by Catherine Cawood Tithing is the ancient practice of paying a tenth of one's produce to the church. And as long as there's been tithe, there have been complaints about tithe. Honestly, it's quite a soap opera. Welcome to the latest romp through local history with Laxefelders ('Laxefelda to Laxfield', 'Laxfield's Henry', 'Jackie & The Beans Talk'). With East Anglia firmly at the heart of the telling, follow the twisty tale of tithe from the Old Testament right through to the modern day. We promise you dodgy royals, conflicted vicars, grumpy farmers, Laura Kuenssberg, Blackshirts, a rabbit, a woman called Doreen and MORE! Lots of music, and many, many hats. Also - of course - your chance to play Spot the Meat Loaf, because you'd be disappointed if we didn't. This is a fresh and original take on an issue that impacted thousands, written by Catherine and performed by Julie, Tony, Pen, Karen, Claire and Becky. Best suited to ages 7+. May contain nuts. Saturday 19th October, 7.30pm Tickets £12 Online sales via wegottickets.com/event/632346/ |
“She reduces women and children to tears - in a good way…”
The Guardian “…and grown men.” Tom Besford, English Folk Expo & Richard Haswell, Liverpool Philharmonic “This is beautiful.” Dermot O’Leary, BBC Radio 2 “Wonderful songwriting.” Seth Lakeman “She screams class but in the quietest way possible.” Folking.com |
Hannah ScottThe best stories elicit profound personal reactions and in the 15 years she has been writing and performing, Hannah Scott has become a consummate storyteller. Her music is shaped by human stories, with family, in all its chaos and glory, sitting at the heart of her work. Her lyrics are powerful and poignant, and her voice feels strangely familiar, though you can’t quite put your finger on why. Her writing may be deeply personal but her music has a universal appeal that extends beyond the melodies you catch yourself humming days after listening to her songs.
Career highlights include having her song No Gravity featured on the hit international TV series Grey’s Anatomy, recording a live session on BBC Radio 2 with Dermot O’Leary and opening for Madeleine Peyroux, performing to an audience of two thousand. She has also shared the stage with folk luminaries such as Seth Lakeman, Cara Dillon and Fairport Convention and has performed at festivals including Cambridge, Sidmouth and Manchester Folk. Equally at home in small venues, she thrives on the intimacy of performing in spaces where she can look audience members in the eye. Hannah is currently touring to support the release of her album “Absence Of Doubt”, the first she has co-produced. Friday 25th October, 7.30pm Tickets £13 Onlines sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/624587 |
‘Simply Brilliant’
The Sunday Express ‘Savagely perceptive lyrics, ear catching vocals & melodies to die for’ Louder Than War |
MegsonFour times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and double winners of the Spiral Earth Awards MEGSON create a truly unique brand of folk music. Combining an infectious mix of heavenly vocals, lush harmonies and driving
rhythmic guitars, MEGSON have gained a reputation not only for their arresting & intelligent songwriting, but also for their exquisite musicianship and northern humour. Comprising Debs Hanna (Vocals, Whistle, Piano Accordion) and Stu Hanna (Guitar, Mandola, Banjo) MEGSON have been described as as “the most original duo on the British folk scene” by THE GUARDIAN and as FROOTS Magazine puts it ‘if you don’t like the music here then you have a problem’. Liking to keep busy, MEGSON have recorded thirteen studio albums across their twenty year career gaining four & five star reviews from THE GUARDIAN, MOJO, THE TELEGRAPH, UNCUT, THE FINANCIAL TIMES whilst THE OBSERVER pronounced them ‘A force in the folk revival’. Even lockdown 2020 couldn’t hold them back as they performed a hugely popular series of live stream concerts to their growing army of followers. And during all this time, Stu even managed to be involved with other artists producing & recording award winning music for SHOW OF HANDS, ODETTE MITCHEL, LUCY WARD, FAUSTUS & THE YOUNG'UNS. Now they are back doing what they do best, on the road promoting a brand new studio album WHAT ARE WE TRYING TO SAY. Catch them if you can... Friday 8th November, 7.30pm Tickets £16 Online sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/603844/ |
“When you have 2000 people singing along, you’re doing something right.” - Great British Folk Festival
“There’s something special about the way he writes and delivers a song” - Townes Van Zandt ‘assured a place in the pantheon of great folk songwriters’ – The Living Tradition ‘classic, with echoes of early Dylan, Tom Paxton and Leonard Cohen’ – The Guardian |
Reg MeurossAward-winning Reg Meuross was introduced onto the stage of the Albert Hall by Mike Harding as ‘one of this country’s finest’ and is a true modern troubadour, representing contemporary English folk writing at its best. Captivating audiences with his beautiful tenor voice, and with breadth and depth of material that is unparalleled, Reg has toured extensively for decades across the UK, Europe, North America and the Antipodes.
Masterfully accompanying himself on his ‘44 Martin six-string guitar, harmonica, tenor guitar, banjo and dulcimer, witnessing a Reg Meuross performance is to experience a journey into the heart, soul and songs of one of England’s most celebrated writers. Stories that need to be told; struggles that need to be known; injustice that needs to be uncovered; social conscience that needs to be celebrated – his music has an unrivalled power to reach and move the listener. After 15 critically-acclaimed albums, Reg continues to prove how highly relevant his songs are, whilst reaching new audiences with consistently spellbinding performances. Reg is currently touring with song cycle Stolen From God, focusing on the transatlantic slave trade – uncovering its’ hidden history from a South West England perspective. Reg has also recorded Fire & Dust, due for release Autumn 2024, a song cycle that delves into the life story of Woody Guthrie. A journey into the heart and soul of one of America’s finest folk musicians. Highlighting racism, bigotry, corruption and inequality. Saturday 16th November, 7.30pm Tickets £14 Online sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/612575 |
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RoughCast Theatre Company presents
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Bah Humbug!A panto based on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
This heartfelt and energetic pantomime based on Charles Dickens’ favourite Christmas tale, is full of popular songs, audience participation, puppetry and familiar Christmas cheer. Join Fred, Bob Cratchit, Dame Lovelace and all the ghosts to help Ol’ Ebeneezer Scrooge as he journeys through Christmas past, present and yet to come. Keeping many of the important elements of this Dickens classic, watch our 3 inspiring actors bring it to life for a younger audience. Book your ticket now for this delightful pantomime extravaganza brought to you by Norfolk-based Slow Theatre Company. All three actors are highly experienced in touring locally and nationally and will use their unique talents to bring the world of Ebeneezer Scrooge to life. We can't wait to visit the beautiful Wingfield barns. The is a relaxed performance so there is no stage lighting and limited loud noises. The actors will be available before the show to greet the audience and you are welcome to bring in, and use, stimming devices. Approximately 1.5 hours Sunday 24th November, 2.30pm Tickets £12/£8 Under 3s Free Online sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/631304/ |
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The Deep Blue Sea, by Terence Rattigan
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**** “Clever and uncluttered musical storytelling” – Songlines Magazine
***** “Five stars for this duo that have made an album destined for repeated listening.” – Irish Music Magazine “They’re a revelation – crystal clear voices, great musicianship and an obvious deep love of the tradition.” – Mike Harding “Really nicely done” – Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2 Folk Show “They play lovely strings, they have gorgeous harmony arrangements. Really well crafted, intimate, beautifully understated.” – Karine Polwart |
Janice Burns & Jon DoranJanice Burns & Jon Doran are an award-winning Anglo-Scottish duo who came together after discovering a shared love of traditional music. Their songs tell vivid stories about the nature of life and our place in the world.
Janice & Jon’s ‘clever and uncluttered musical storytelling’ (Songlines) comes alive through tight vocal harmonies and sensitive interplay between mandolin, bouzouki and guitar. Their arrangements have a spellbinding presence and an understated energy that transports songs from the pages of books and manuscripts into the imagination of the listener. Following the success of their self-titled EP in 2020, Janice & Jon released their debut album, No More the Green Hills, in Autumn 2022. The album had overwhelmingly positive feedback, finding its place in the Official UK Folk Albums Chart, as well as gaining airplay on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio Scotland. With their relaxed and personable approach to performance, Janice & Jon are renowned for the warmth of their connection with audiences. From opening Stage 2 at Cambridge Folk Festival, to playing at the likes of Celtic Connections, Edinburgh Tradfest and Cecil Sharp House, the duo are highly sought after across the UK and beyond. The duo's winter gigs have become something of a tradition over the last few years, and this year they're heading out on their first festive tour. Expect seasonal favourites and little-known gems to warm the soul through the colder months. Friday 13th December, 7.30pm Tickets £12 Online sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/624588 |
‘Gorgeous stuff’ – BBC Radio 3
‘Compelling, exciting and utterly original’ – Phil Beer (Show of Hands) ‘Beautiful’ – Songlines ‘Free-flowing, ambitious and fiercely creative’. The Strad |
The Ciderhouse RebellionProfound and eloquent, epic, haunting and dramatic, Masters of improvisation The Ciderhouse Rebellion sees virtuoso musicians Adam Summerhayes and Murray Grainger combine to produce incredible spontaneous tapestries of sound.
The pair specialise in creating music in the moment, based on traditional tunes or their own compositions – often springing from a single note, key, time signature or emotion. It’s this unusually improvisatory focus that is uniquely magical. Their quest is to create music with no conscious thought between conception and playing – always searching for the unexpected and the possibility to create a deep sonic narrative that transports the audience. Both Adam (violin) and Murray (accordion) are recognised virtuoso musicians in their own right, touring the world as professional artists. Although the pair only started working together in 2020, they have already released 4 celebrated albums, won Arts Council support, been featured on Folk on Foot, scored a BBC Radio 4 play and played significant festivals across the UK and Europe. Friday 14th March, 7.30pm Tickets £14 Online sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/612573 |
“The fiddler with the Midas touch… an English equivalent of the great Irish fiddle player Martin Hayes.” **** The Guardian
“Sweeney’s playing is unearthly at times: the singular focus of this set and the level of its performance makes this an outstanding and deeply moving experience.” ***** - Songlines |
Sam SweeneyBBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2019 – Nominated Musician Of The Year
Sam is a veteran of the mighty Bellowhead, former and inaugural artistic director of the National Youth Folk Ensemble, founder member of the acclaimed instrumental trio Leveret, and “Britain’s Premier Fiddler” (Songlines), at the forefront of the revival in English traditional music. After taking to the road for his first totally solo tour in 2023, Sam Sweeney is embarking on another tour… just him and a fiddle for an intimate evening of solo fiddle tunes and stories. This tour is a rare opportunity to spend an informal evening with “one of the defining fiddle players of his generation” (Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2). Saturday 29th March, 7.30pm Tickets £18 Online sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/631310/ |
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Duo Niepold CuttingA playful meeting of 2 diatonic accordionists.
The Niepold-Cutting duo brings together two great musicians and friends. Two strong personalities in the small world of the diatonic accordion. A meeting to challenge, to be inspired. To bring together two very particular musical universes with intelligence and mischievousness. Because the concert can be danced and the bal is listened to. Because the accordion is not cheesy. Because the world definitely needs mixtures. Anne Niepold (Belgium) is an extraordinary accordionist and composer. As a performer she is a true force of nature; brash, adventurous and phenomenally skilled. She takes the humble accordion in startling directions; she has always had a reputation for breaking the conventions around this instrument, never hesitating to take it out of her comfort zone. Beside her solo projects, she performs with numerous arts companies at home and abroad, and has numerous recordings to her name. A passionate tutor with almost 20 years experience, Anne holds a masters degree in composition and arrangement from the prestigious Brussels Royal Conservatoire and has taught courses for all levels of ability across Belgium, and in France and Germany. Andy Cutting (England) is a soulful and technically outstanding melodeon player with an ear for a fine tune. He is also a warm and emotive performer, modestly engaging his audiences with his self-deprecating wit and then flooring them with downright staggering musicianship. Andy has been consistent musical force since he came swiftly to prominence with the innovative Blowzabella. Many would say that Andy is a living legend – he is a 3 times winner of the BBC Folk Musician of the year Award, adored by fellow musicians and audiences alike. As well as a thorough grounding in the English tradition, Andy’s influences extend way beyond these isles, particularly to the music of Central France and to the storming Quebecois tradition. Friday 11th April, 7.30pm Tickets £17 Online sales via www.wegottickets.com/event/627684/ |
Drama is a crucial part of the programme of events and includes performances by professional companies. We are also delighted to host plays by local societies and are keen to promote events by students in local schools and by pupils of local music teachers.
Please call 01379 384505 if you would like to discuss Wingfield Barns hosting your community group performance.
Please call 01379 384505 if you would like to discuss Wingfield Barns hosting your community group performance.
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