Event Descriptions 2015
All of the shows are listed here.
If you're interested in a particular category simply click on the colour coded links below.
Ticket information can be found on each event listing. 
denotes advanced bookings can be made from the Opera House Box Office 0845 127 2190 (or online). Our Tickets page has general advice about ticketing at the Fringe.
Events marked 
have been suggested by the entrant as generally suitable for family viewing. NB Events in the For Families category tend to be specifically aimed at young people.
Please note that details of performances, including times and dates, may be subject to Late Changes. Numbers in brackets refer to venue numbers (see map)
Comedy Dance Film For Families Music Spoken Word Street Theatre Theatre Visual Arts Other Events
Comedy
ABI ROBERTS: DOWNTOWN ABI - Abi Roberts
Pull up to the bumper and go downtown with Abi and her labrador Al Qaeda. 'True comedy genius'. GQ. 'More than just a stand-up'. Chortle. 'Raucous and just incredibly funny'. The Telegraph. 'Bitch be trippin'. She cray cray'. Dowager Countess of Grantham. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 21 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
ABSOLUTE IMPROV! - To Be Continued...
Fast-paced, hilarious improv show that will have you coming back for more. Scottish and international improvisers create witty sketches based on your suggestions - be sure to shout out odd and wonderful ideas, and together we'll make some comedy gold! Edinburgh Fringe sell-out 2013/2014. ***** Cream of the Fringe, Prague.tv
Underground Venues (10): 10-11 Jul 10:30pm to 11:30pm, 12 Jul 1:15pm to 2:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
ANDREW WATTS: HOW TO BUILD A CHAP - The Comedy Agency
Andrew Watts wants his son to be everything that he's not. But how do you ensure that your child doesn't want to grow up to be a comedian? His follow-up to the five-star Feminism for Chaps. 'An absolutely superb, hilarious show'. Chortle. 'Clever, personal and very funny'. The Scotsman (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 18-19 Jul 2:30pm to 3:30pm, 20-21 Jul 7pm to 8pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
ANDY WHITE: DADDY FOOL - The Comedy Agency
Do you strive to be a better parent? Don't worry, you'll always be a better one than comedian Andy White. He loves everything about parenthood apart from actually doing it. A funny and honest show about being a dad. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll probably want to call social services. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 25 Jul 10:30pm to 11:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
BARREL OF LAUGHS - Underground Venues
It's back! Ten years on and still the comedy centre of the Fringe. The UK's best stand-up, sketch and character-comedy talent descends on Buxton for three Friday nights of uncensored, unpredictable fun. All in the atmospheric Old Hall vaults, with equally atmospheric bar on hand. Sold-out 2006-2014. Early booking advised.
Underground Venues (10): 11, 18 & 25 Jul 8:30pm to 10pm £8 Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
BEASTS - Beasts Comedy
Critically-acclaimed sketch sensation Beasts bring their own unique brand of inspired silliness to Buxton for the first time. This is sketch comedy like you've never seen it before. 'Unforgettably nutty' **** The Times. 'Delightfully entertaining'. **** The Telegraph. 'Impossible not to cry with laughter'. **** The Sunday Express (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 17 Jul 10:30pm to 11:30pm, 18 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
THE BEST MAN? - Tilly Mint Theatre
Nick has always wanted to be a best man but has yet to realise his ambition. Listen to his guide on how to improve your chances at being chosen and the potential dangers as he considers this peculiar aspect of male friendship and its rituals and intricacies. Bridesmaids definitely welcome. (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Green Room: Hall (55b): 12 Jul 8:30pm to 9:15pm, 14 Jul 9:30pm to 10:15pm . United Reformed Church - Purple Room: Church (55a): 18 Jul 8:30pm to 9:15pm . United Reformed Church - Green Room: Hall (55b): 19 Jul 8:30pm to 9:15pm £6 (Child and Conc £5) Review
Bookings via tillyminttheatre@gmail.com or 07403 657 231
BORIS: WORLD KING by Tom Crawshaw - Three's Company & KPS Productions
Britain's favourite comedy-politician takes a summer recess from his two part-time jobs to present a play about his life at Buxton Fringe. With guests, wiff-waff and an ancient Greek lecture thrown in for good measure. A gaffe-a-minute comedy, as the thinking man's idiot newly wobbles on the brink of power. (New Writing)
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 21 Jul 7:30pm to 8:35pm, 22 Jul 9pm to 10:05pm, 24 Jul 7:30pm to 8:35pm, 25 Jul 5:45pm to 6:50pm £9 (Child and Conc £8) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
CAIMH MCDONNELL: BRIDE AND PREJUDICE - Caimh McDonnell
Caimh decided to get married and everything went swimmingly, apart from the proposal, the planning, the stag do, the wedding itself, the mini-moon, the honeymoon and the previously unheard of 'apology-moon', which is what you book when you've messed up all of those other things. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 8 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 11 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm, 12 & 24 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
CHRIS FITCHEW: OOPS! - Chris Fitchew
Derby boy Fitchew returns with his tour-de-force, brand new one-man show. The 'gifted comedian' (London Evening Standard) brings comic creations to life as he recounts his hilarious journey from Derby to London, and back again, with a fabulous tale between his legs, sporting a glittery pair of leggings dipped in gold. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 14 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 15 Jul 9:45pm to 10:45pm, 16 Jul 7pm to 8pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
DANNY PENSIVE: LIFECOACH - John Cooper
I am Danny Pensive, the right man to make your life better and laugh at the same time, trust me... I know what I am doing. When you leave this show you will not only have laughed plenty, but also feel like you can achieve anything. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 8, 15 & 22 Jul 8:30pm to 9:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
THE DEAD SECRETS PRESENT... THE CURIOSITORIUM - The Dead Secrets
A labyrinthine sketch comedy adventure. Join our whirlwind odyssey through the wondrous and mystifying exhibits of the Curiositorium. 'I was simply left wanting to watch more from this talented group' **** ThreeWeeks. 'Scripted comedy of the highest quality'. Buxton Fringe Review. Comedy Show Award, Buxton Fringe 2014. Finalists, London SketchFest 2015. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 11 Jul 6pm to 7pm, 25 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
THE END - Max & Ivan
Welcome to Sudley-on-Sea. Take a look around. You don't have long. Seriously. An epic tale of a small town, from Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Award nominees, and Buxton Fringe Comedy winners Max and Ivan (BBC1's W1A, Radio 4's The Casebook of Max and Ivan). **** The Times. **** The Guardian (New Writing)
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 10 Jul 10:15pm to 11:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
A FAIR COP STANDS UP - Alfie Moore
Scandals, cuts and looming privatisation are destroying the British police service. Cop-turned-comedian Alfie, star of his own highly-acclaimed BBC Radio 4 comedy series It's A Fair Cop, has a dynamic and hilarious plan to resuscitate the thin blue line. 'A rising star'. The Independent. 'Very funny'. The Telegraph (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 10 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm, 24 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 25 Jul 10:30pm to 11:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
FRUITCAKE: TEN COMMANDMENTS FROM THE PSYCH WARD - Rob Gee
Comic, poet and reformed psychiatric nurse Rob Gee presents a user-friendly guide to losing the plot. ***** 'Hilarious!' CBC, Canada. **** 'A tour de force!' Victoria Times. **** 'One show you'd be crazy to miss!' Toronto Eye. 'Gee has pitched it perfectly'. Chortle. Winner, Best Of Fest - Ottawa, Winnipeg and Calgary Fringes.
Underground Venues (10): 12 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm, 13 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 14-15 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
FULL CIRCLE - Maxine Jones
In her third solo show, Maxine Jones is planning to move back to the UK after 25 years away. She questions what anybody ever learns over a lifetime. And examines the circular nature of practically everything. 'The audience loved it'. Buxton Fringe Review 2014 (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 10 Jul 7:15pm to 8pm, 11-12 Jul 1:15pm to 2pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
GOD CREATED BRIXTON - Amadeus Martin
Award-winning comedian Amadeus Martin takes you on a journey through Brixton urban legends, anecdotes and observations, from the failed Viking Invasion of 885 AD, the Victorian era of 1885 and his God-fearing mother's villainy in the 1985 riots.
Underground Venues (10): 12 & 18 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 19 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
HEY HEY 16K - MJ Hibbett (and Steve)
A two-man comedy rock opera about time travel, home computers and adolescence. (New Writing)
Hydro Restaurant and Bar (22): 18 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 19 Jul 2pm to 3pm £7.50 (Child and Conc £5), Four minor 'poo' based swears. Review
Bookings via Opera House
Direct Opera House Online Booking
JULIET MEYERS: NONE OF THE ABOVE - Juliet Meyers
Stand-up, BBC comedy writer (including Sarah Millican TV programme) and 'outsider' Juliet Meyers goes on an exploration of the labels we assign ourselves and others and what makes us 'belong'. **** 'Laugh-out-loud funny'. Chortle. **** 'Devilish'. The Scotsman. Twice featured in top 100 jokes at Edinburgh Fringe. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 17-18 Jul 10:30pm to 11:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
LET PROGRESS LUCE - LetLuce
LetLuce just want to cheer you up, so why don't you just calm down and let them? After rave reviews for their word-of-mouth, sell-out hit Show Pony in 2014, they bring you an equally weird but relaxing show set at sea. Think Mighty Boosh meets French and Saunders. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 11 Jul 4pm to 5pm, 12 Jul 10pm to 11pm, 19 Jul 4pm to 5pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
NATHAN CASSIDY: BACK TO THE FUTURE I & II - Nathan Cassidy
Individual Comedy Show Winner Buxton Fringe 2014 with two new shows. In Back To The Future I (Saturday) Nathan reveals the one thing that's really changed over the last 30 years, and in II (Sunday) he asks 'if your life had a sequel, would it be better?' 'Gloriously entertaining'. Chortle (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 18 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm, 19 Jul 7pm to 8pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
OLIVER MEECH'S IMPROVISED MAGIC SHOW - Oliver Meech
A unique comedy magic show created at the drop of a (top) hat, from your suggestions. Always different. Always amazing. Only one thing's certain: it's great fun. 'My jaw hit the floor'. BBC. 'Could rival Derren Brown'. Theatre-Wales. 'Hilarious'. Buxton Fringe. Edinburgh Fringe 2014 sell-out. Magic Consultant: Discovery Channel. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 24 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm, 25-26 Jul 2:30pm to 3:30pm £9 (Child and Conc £8), Ages 7+ Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
PETER BRUSH: OLDER THAN THE OLDEST DOG THAT EVER LIVED - Peter Brush
A supernatural experience at Christmas sparks an hour of musings on paranoia, mortality and whether or not to eat brown rice. 'An imaginative use of language and obtuse angles of thought that produce distinctive and eclectic gags... his best lines are inspired'. Chortle. 'Yorkshire's answer to Woody Allen'. Harrogate Advertiser (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 9 & 16 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
PHIL BUCKLEY'S BIG IDEA - Phil Buckley
Have you ever had an earth-shatteringly good idea? Phil Buckley hasn't. After meeting a teenaged boy who may have changed the world, Phil has decided to turn his life around and make his mark on the world. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 9 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm, 24 Jul 10pm to 11pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
RHINOCEROS - Harry Carr
A board game where Victor Slung, poacher, tries to kill every single rhino. Only you can stop him. Unrelated to the Ionesco (UNESCO?) play. Interactive character comedy. 'Hysterical and bizarre'. BarcelonaConnect. 'Baffling but really kind of wonderful'. **** List (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 22 Jul 9:45pm to 10:45pm, 23 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW IMPRO - Performing Arts etc
A fun, friendly impro group from York, appearing in Buxton for one night only. Music, mirth and merriment, with Fringe favourite Sam Dunkley on piano.
Underground Venues (10): 17 Jul 9pm to 10pm £7 (Child and Conc £6)
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
THE ROOM: THE MUSICAL - Two Spoons Productions
Musical parody of the funniest disaster in cinematic history, Tommy Wiseau's The Room. Written by a BBC award-nominated writer and performed to packed audiences, this show is hilarious for everyone - from newcomers to hardcore fans of the original. Bring your own spoons. And don't tell Tommy we're doing this. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 20 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 21 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm, 22 Jul 7pm to 8pm £8 (Child £6, Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm)
SAJEELA KERSHI - SHALLOW HALAL - Comic Angels
Just because you happen to be born into a faith, doesn't make you the Middle East crisis expert. Sitting firmly on the faith fence, Sajeela's had enough of Koran hi-jacking extremists, Dawkins-spouting atheists and finger-pointing social media to last a lifetime. 'Smart, funny with a mischievous glint'. The Times (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 9 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 10-11 Jul 10:30pm to 11:30pm, 12 Jul 2:30pm to 3:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
SHERWOODJAM - James Sherwood
'Imaginative musical jokes and beautifully crafted original comedy songs. The material he offers is fresh, contemporary and pin-sharp original'. The Guardian. 'If you ever wondered what would happen if Bill Bailey and Marcus Brigstocke had a child...' Chortle (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 13-14 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
STORIES ABOUT LOVE, DEATH AND A RABBIT - Charles Adrian Gillott as Ms Samantha Mann
Award-winning solo character comedy that gives an intricately crafted English twist to a European clowning tradition. Winner: Mervyn Stutter's Spirit Of The Fringe 2014. 'Wry, mischievous and strangely moving... something like the secret life of Miss Prism imagined by Alan Bennett and performed by Hinge or Bracket'. Ben Walters, nottelevision.net
Underground Venues (10): 16 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm, 17 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 18 Jul 4pm to 5pm, 20 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
STRUDELHEAD - Ben Van der Velde
Come and watch Ben empty his brain out onto the stage for your entertainment. A joyous and friendly worker of the crowd and skilled improviser, his shows are always daft and hilarious, with a supporting cast of imaginary thousands and totally off the cuff. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 14 Jul 10pm to 11pm, 15 Jul 7pm to 8pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
TINA'S PROVERBIALS - Tina Bradshaw
Comedy character Tina Bradshaw offers a unique style of life-coaching - using warmth, wit, hilarious life experiences and proverbs created especially for the Buxton Fringe. Whatever the problem, dilemma or conundrum, Tina will provide a solution, putting a smile on your face and a twinkle in your eye. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 10 Jul 6pm to 6:45pm, 16 & 23 Jul 10pm to 10:45pm £7 (Child and Conc £6), Ages 11+ Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
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Dance
BUXTON DAY OF DANCE 2015 - Chapel-en-le-Frith Morris Men
A feast of traditional dancing from around the country. The streets of Buxton will be filled with the music, colour, passion, energy and humour that the Morris brings. Over 150 dancers and musicians from 16 different dancing sides. Hosted by Chapel-en-le-Frith Morris Men in their 40th anniversary year.
Around the Town (47): 18 Jul 10am to 5pm Free Review
Further information: www.chapelmorris.org/cmm_Bdod.htm
CLOWN MACBETH - Makoto Inoue Ind.
Returning to Buxton, Fringe award-winning performer Makoto Inoue presents Clown Macbeth, a brand-new, non-verbal version of the Shakespeare Macbeth. Taking its inspiration from the traditional dances of Okinawa, Japan's most cultural and spiritual island, the show is a physical fusion of Western and Eastern influences and genres.
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 18 Jul 7:15pm to 8pm, 20 Jul 7:30pm to 8:15pm, 21 Jul 9pm to 9:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
COZY - Colin & Yozy
From Japan to Buxton, Colin and Yozy bring their unique mix of beat boxing, acoustic guitar, loop pedal and contemporary dance. After touring in China and Japan, this upbeat Cozy performance is set to take the UK by storm. An audio and visual delight, filled with energy and passion. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 16 Jul 2:30pm to 3:15pm, 17 Jul 7:30pm to 8:15pm, 18 Jul 2:30pm to 3:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
NO FRILLS - dotdotdot dance
Three dancers, one voice, one guitar and one percussion box: flamenco stripped down to its essence. A celebration of the raw, nuanced energy flamenco awakens in dancer and spectator. Acclaimed winner of the Fringe 2014 dance award, this show gives a unique insight into Flamenco's rhythms, melodies, energy and power.
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 13 Jul 9:30pm to 10:30pm, 14 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm £9 (Child and Conc £8) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
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Film
OPEN SHORTS - Buxton Film
The seventh annual selection of short films entered to Buxton Film's competition, Open Shorts. Be prepared for drama, comedy, sci-fi, documentaries and provocative takes on contemporary society. Past winners have gone on to direct Branagh as Wallander and complete full-length feature films. (New Writing)
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 23 Jul 7pm to 8:30pm £2 (Child and Conc £1) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
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For Families
COMEDYSPORTZ - CSzUK
ComedySportz is a fast-paced improv comedy show where two teams battle it out for the biggest laughs. The players create quick-witted sketches, scenes and songs from whatever suggestions are thrown at them by the audience to create a show that's fast, feel-good and always unpredictably funny.
Underground Venues (10): 18 Jul 1pm to 2pm, 19 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm, 25 Jul 1pm to 2pm £8 (Child and Conc £7), Ages 8+ Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
FLYING THE NEST - HandMade Theatre
Welcome to Hatchling College, an eggciting place to learn all about native birds and how to be a good birder. Sit in a giant nest and get involved in this interactive eggsperience filled with a fantastic mix of music, puppetry, facts and fun.
Pavilion Gardens (33): 18-19 Jul 11am to noon, 3pm to 4pm Free, Ages 4-9 Review
GRIMM TALES - REC Youth Theatre Company
Wander through the dark woods and down the paths of fairy tales into the imaginative and warped world of the Brothers Grimm. An exciting and enthralling selection of the Grimm Brothers' tales including Hansel and Gretel, Little Red-Cap and The Golden Goose. Perfect for children of all ages.
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 9 Jul 8pm to 9pm, 10-11 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm £9 (Child and Conc £8), Ages All Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
THE KAGOOLS - Kagools
They're cute, they're mute, they're an absolute hoot. Physical comedy and sketch combine to transport you into the weird and weather-proofed world of The Kagools. Inclusive, enchanting, high-energy fun: this interactive, multimedia show is one for all the family. **** 'Masterful physical theatre performers... utterly delightful and thoroughly silly'. BroadwayBaby (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 25 Jul 4:15pm to 5:15pm, 26 Jul 1pm to 2pm £8 (Child and Conc £7), Ages 4+ Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
THE MAGICAL STORYTELLING YURT - High Peak Community Arts
Step inside our magical yurt for storytelling and other fun activities for little Festival-goers and their families. Storytellers: Shonaleigh (Saturday) and Creeping Toad (Sunday).
Pavilion Gardens (33): 25-26 Jul 10am to 4pm Free, Ages 2+
MORGAN & WEST'S UTTERLY SPECTACULAR MAGIC SHOW FOR KIDS (AND CHILDISH ADULTS)! - Objective Talent Management
Time-travelling Victorian magic duo Morgan & West unload another boxful of bafflement and impossibility. Mixing brain-busting illusion and old-fashioned tomfoolery, Morgan & West present a show for all the family, where magic and silliness abound. **** The Daily Mirror. Buxton Fringe Comedy Award 2013 (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 11 Jul 1:30pm to 2:15pm, 8:45pm to 9:30pm £9 (Child and Conc £8), Ages 5+ Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
NANA & NUNU - THE BIG SNEEZE! - Dame for a Laugh
When Nana's aardvark friend Nunu gets the sneezes on his birthday, they set out to find a magical flower with the power to stop an aardvark's achoo. Will the lost map be found? Can a cup of tea save the day? Will they ever get a slice of birthday cake? (New Writing)
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 22 Jul 7:30pm to 8:15pm, 23-24 Jul 5:45pm to 6:30pm, 25 Jul 7:30pm to 8:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7), Ages 3+ Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
PUNCH AND JUDY - FoolSize Theatre
That loveable monster Mr Punch and Judy (who is more than just his wife thank you) have outgrown their booth to bring the seaside to Buxton Fringe. See this traditional show opened up in a foolish way. Come with your family, pals, colleagues, your local police officer or come alone.
Underground Venues (10): 12 Jul noon to 12:45pm, 13 Jul 7:15pm to 8pm, 19 Jul noon to 12:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £7), Ages All Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
THEO THE MOUSE'S CIRCUS SHOW - Dreamshed Theatre
Family favourite Theo The Mouse returns to Buxton Fringe with a brand-new, fun-filled show. Roll up and see Theo's Circus featuring magic, mayhem, music and comedy. Accompanied as ever by his best friend Wendy and featuring an appearance by Wink Taylor from ITV1's Sooty Show. (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Blue Room (55c): 18-19 Jul 1pm to 2pm £8 (Child and Conc £5), Ages 3+ Review
Bookings via Opera House
Direct Opera House Online Booking
TINY! PIRATES AND THEIR FRIENDS - Stone and Water
The Tiny! Pirates are back! Join us and make your own Tiny! pirates, mermaids, monsters and more. Then set off on your own Tiny! quest. Materials provided. Just bring yourself, a grown-up and a sense of adventure!
Pavilion Gardens (33): 12 Jul 10am to noon, 1pm to 3pm Free, Ages 4+ Review
TRIAL BY JURY & COX AND BOX DOUBLE BILL - PB Theatricals
Last year's 'sparkling performance' returns! Trial by Jury's breach of promise suit has Edwin trying hard to convince us that he's an unsuitable husband, with a surprise solution. Cox and Box's, enterprising landlord lets a room to two men at different times of day, what happens when they accidentally meet?
St Thomas More School (96): 24 Jul 7pm to 9:15pm £7 (Child £5, Conc £6), Ages All
Bookings via pbtyouththeatre@gmail.com
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Music
2084 - Steve Roberts and Matt Hill
2084 is a brand new show featuring original songs by Steve Roberts and Matt Hill (Quiet Loner). A conceptual music piece set in the future where your every thought, movement and word are under surveillance. 100 years after George Orwell's nightmare vision, what becomes of the human spirit? (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 9 Jul 5:15pm to 6:30pm, 10 Jul 8:45pm to 10pm, 16 Jul 5:15pm to 6:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
ACAPPELLA AND CAKE - Ordsall Acappella Singers
We are delighted to be coming to Buxton again for a fifth year. Do come and join us for an hour of our close harmony singing. We offer a varied repertoire, a lot of friendliness and warmth and as usual - homemade cake. We love singing.
United Reformed Church - Purple Room: Church (55a): 25 Jul 11am to 12:30pm . St Mary's Church (41): 25 Jul 3pm to 4:30pm £5 (Child and Conc £3) Review
Tickets on the door.
ACOUSTIC CONNECTIONS WITH RAINTOWN SEERS - Raintown Seers
Raintown Seers blend diverse folk and contemporary influences into a distinctive, acoustic musical form. Engaging audiences with the stories behind the songs, the band aims to link together a number of different themes. Through different instrumental combinations, the group achieves a richness of musical variety, colour, light and shade. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 20 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm, 23 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 24-25 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm £6 (Child and Conc £5) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
ALBION AND ALES - Albion
Come and hear familiar songs in fresh versions. The choir's colourful, relaxed late-night performance of beautifully reimagined traditional British and Irish music offers a visual and sonic feast. Celebrate the Abbeydale Brewery's special range of Albion Ales with a free pint of ale (or wine/juice). (New Writing)
St John's Church (40): 24 Jul 9:15pm to 10:30pm £12 (Child Free, Conc £8) Review
Bookings via Opera House or www.albionchoir.org.uk
Direct Opera House Online Booking
AMERICAN BLUEGRASS MUSIC - Aprille and the Shower
The High Peak local bluegrass band; an acoustic five-piece with harmony vocals, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar and double bass. Lively upbeat mixture of instrumentals and vocals in the tradition of the early bluegrass pioneers of the Fifties.
The Railway (35): 11, 15 & 23 Jul noon to 3pm Free Review
A BASIN OF JAZZ & BLUES - Basin Street Jazz & Blues
Vibrant sextet exploring a range of easy-listening contemporary blues covers, jazz standards and original numbers. Talented female vocal, sax, piano, guitar, bass and drums.
Old Clubhouse (21): 12 & 20 Jul 8pm to 10:30pm £5 (Child £2.50, Conc £4) Review
Bookings via Opera House
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BELLISSIMO - ITALIAN OPERA HIGHLIGHTS - City of Manchester Opera
City of Manchester Opera is back in Buxton celebrating the wonderful music of Italian Opera. Highlights including arias and choruses will be performed by this well-respected company for just the one night. Don't miss out on this award-winning company's performance. https://www.facebook.com/pages/City-of-Manchester-Opera/167380553416909 @CityofManOpera
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 25 Jul 7:30pm to 10pm £10 (Child and Conc £8), Ages 6+ Review
Bookings via Opera House or comoperasec@btinternet.com or 0161 456 3856
Direct Opera House Online Booking
BIG ROCKIN' BLUES NIGHT - HerdingCatz Blues Band
HerdingCatz plays no-nonsense lively blues straight from the hip. No effects, no talk, just warm, punchy, sometimes thoughtful songs which reflect an interpretation of the blues for today. Four, well-used
musicians who love to play. Old school, Sonny Boy, BB, Albert King, right through to Feelgood and Bonamassa.
Old Clubhouse (21): 13 Jul 8:45pm to 10:45pm, 25 Jul 9pm to 11pm £8 (Child and Conc £6), Ages 12+ Review
Bookings via Opera House or Herdingcatzmusic@gmail.com or 01298 436 221
Direct Opera House Online Booking
COME ALIVE CONCERT - Alexander Arts
Indigo Empire headline an evening of classic and contemporary rock hits. This concert showcases some of the freshest talent to come out of Buxton and Greater Manchester. Includes music from Thin Lizzy, The Maccabees, Arctic Monkeys and The Beatles.
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 20 Jul 9pm to 10:15pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
DALE STORR - SOLO NEW ORLEANS PIANO - Dale Storr
British Blues Award finalist for five years, Dale Storr is recognised as the UK's leading exponent of New Orleans Piano à la Dr John, James Booker and Fats Domino.
'Dale Storr is the best New Orleans player I've ever seen'. Richard Hawley. 'A tour-de-force of rockin' New Orleans piano'. Blues Matters
Old Clubhouse (21): 18 Jul 2pm to 4:30pm, 8pm to 10:30pm £7 (Child Free, Conc £5) Review
Bookings via Opera House or saxbob@blueyonder.co.uk or 07776 153 312
Direct Opera House Online Booking
DIES NATALIS - Tim Kennedy (tenor) and John Gough (piano)
Tim Kennedy (tenor) and John Gough (piano) return to the Fringe to perform Gerald Finzi's cantata Dies Natalis (Day of Birth), along with other songs and arias. Dies Natalis is a setting of mystical texts by the 17th-century priest and poet Thomas Traherne.
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 18 Jul 2:30pm to 3:15pm Free
Further information: A retiring collection will be made
DRUMMING INTERACTION - Drum Tribe
Drum Tribe: South Africa's top drummers join forces in transporting you to the place where the glow of firelight meets the primal rumble of the African heartbeat. An interactive hour like no other! Even the audience plays drums!
St Mary's Church (41): 8-11 Jul 5pm to 6pm, 12 Jul 1pm to 2pm, 13-16 Jul 5pm to 6pm £16 (Child and Conc £11)
***CANCELLED***
AN EVENING OF MILDLY AMUSING WICKEDLY LYRICAL SONG - Sideways and Serrated
At Scrivener's Sideways will be joined by Serrated for a sophisticated evening of music for owners of The Observer's Book of Witty Dark Humour. Sit back in a cosy venue and join us for a close look at the neighbours, observations on fetish and kitchens and a love song or two.
At the Hydro, relish the Sideways Acoustic Trio. (New Writing)
Scrivener's Bookshop (11): 8-9 Jul 6:30pm to 7:45pm . Hydro Restaurant and Bar (22): 17 Jul 8pm to 10pm, 18 Jul 8:30pm to 10:30pm, 24 Jul 8pm to 10pm £7.50, Adult themes Review
Bookings via 01298 436 221 or sidewaysmusic1@gmail.com
EVENING SOLO 'CELLO RECITAL - Melanie Dawn Jones, Cello
Melanie Dawn Jones is a professional cellist and teacher based in the Saddleworth area. She was educated at Chethams, the RNCM and the San Francisco Conservatory (USA). Her recital will include works by J S Bach, Robin Kiel and Gershwin. (New Writing)
St Mary's Church (41): 17 Jul 7:30pm to 8:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £5), Ages 9+ Review
Bookings via melaniejones2008@gmail.com or on the door
AN EVENING WITH AFRICA'S LADY OF SONG - Margaret Ferguson, acc. by Jonathan Ellis
Margaret returns after a one-year absence, so come and be entertained again with an evening of music, humour and surprises. Included will be opera, oratorio, musicals and lieder. 'All the crew commented on how beautiful your voice was!' Bodycheck researcher after TV recording. Check www.AfricanSoprano.com for further details.
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 17 Jul 7:30pm to 9:15pm £10 (Child Free, Conc £8)
Bookings via Opera House or david_bedford@wcg.org.uk or 07757 783 277
Direct Opera House Online Booking
AN EVENING WITH THE SOVEREIGN SAXOPHONE OCTET - Sovereign Saxophone Octet
This award-winning, versatile saxophone octet returns to play another selection of eight-part music from the Renaissance to the present day including many previously unheard arrangements, alongside old favourites. As always, something to surprise, educate and entertain.
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 19 Jul 8pm to 10pm £7 (Child and Conc £5) Review
Bookings via Opera House
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FEELIN' GOOD WITH DALEDIVA - DaleDiva chorus
Join DaleDiva for a show-stopping mix of acapella vocals from pop to barbershop, by this award-winning Derbyshire Chorus. See DaleDiva before they represent the UK at the Sweet Adelines International World Championships in Las Vegas in October.
'Now that's what I call a show choir'. Tamsin Outhwaite
St John's Church (40): 25 Jul 7pm to 9pm £10 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via Opera House or www.dalediva.com/shop or 07594 890 625
Direct Opera House Online Booking
FLUTE & PIANO RECITAL - Rachel Johnson & Jemima Palfreyman
Fringe Award-winners Rachel and Jemima return to Buxton for the third time with a varied programme of music for flute and piano, ranging from Peter McGarr's Pennine-inspired ghost story 'Rare Dawn' to César Franck's Sonata in A major.
St John's Church (40): 21 Jul 7pm to 8pm £5 (Child Free) Review
Tickets on the door.
FOUR SEASONS IN TWO HEMISPHERES - Amaretti Chamber Orchestra
Winner of three Fringe Awards, the Amaretti Chamber Orchestra will perform Vivaldi's Four Seasons followed by the excellent Piazzolla version, the Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. Solo violin: Rolf Wilson, well known film and stage performer, with violin solos in films Black Swan and Cold Mountain.
St John's Church (40): 18 Jul 7:30pm to 9:30pm £10 (Child Free), Ages 5+ Review
Bookings via Opera House
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HALLÉ CELLOS - FROM PURCELL TO PUCCINI - Hallé Cellos
Come and hear the wonderful eight-piece cello ensemble, Hallé Cellos, in a morning of opera favourites, from Purcell to Puccini. Arguably the most vocal of all instruments, the cello is perfectly suited to these beautiful arrangements of operatic music. Coffee and cakes are included in the ticket price.
Spring Bank Arts Centre, New Mills SK22 4BH (62): 12 Jul 11am to 12:30pm £12.50 (Child £5, Conc £11), Ages 6+ Review
Bookings via springbankarts@gmail.com or 01663 308 202
LOCAL MUSICIANS' SHOWCASE CONCERT - Club Acoustic
Once again Club Acoustic is proud to present a feast of outstanding local musical talent in a showcase of five acts from the wide and varied range of our regular performers. A great success in 2013 and 2014, even better this year. Free entry, no tickets. Come along!
Old Clubhouse (21): 15 Jul 8pm to 11pm Free Review
MUSIC ON TAP - Tap House - Buxton Brewery
14th: Honeyfeet: folk, blues and jazz.
15th: Skutchmanos: acoustic, instrumental music.
16th: Rach & John: guitar and vocals.
17th: Rodina: contemporary jazz.
21st: Tom Kitching & Gren Bartley: guitar, fiddle and banjo.
22nd: Open Mic Night.
23rd: 12 Strings: acoustic guitar duo.
24th: Emlyn Vaughan & Friends: jazz and country.
The Buxton Tap House (23): 14-17 & 21-24 Jul 9:30pm to 11:30pm Free Review
OPEN REHEARSAL - Kaleidoscope Community Choir
Join the Kaleidoscope Choir for its summer open rehearsal - a great chance to see the choir rehearse and perform its fun repertoire of songs: pop, classics, folk and gospel, led by Carol Bowns. You'll see how the choir puts together a performance, and even have the chance to join in.
Pavilion Gardens - Octagon (33d): 14 Jul 1pm to 2pm £3.50 Review
Bookings via Opera House
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ORCHESTRA CONCERT - High Peak Orchestra
Dvořák's Festival March, Rachmaninov's Paganini Variations for Piano and Orchestra (soloist Ryan Drucker) and Bruckner's Symphony No 6. Ryan, a fourth year undergraduate pianist at the Royal Northern College of Music, performed Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No 1 with the RNCM Symphony Orchestra in 2014 at the Bridgewater Hall in Manchester.
St John's Church (40): 12 Jul 7:30pm to 9:30pm £10 (Child Free, Conc £8) Review
Bookings via Opera House or rosemarose@gmail.com or 07930 975 807
Direct Opera House Online Booking
PARTITA: EARLY MUSIC CONCERTS - Partita
Award-winning early music ensemble Partita and guests Stringboxes present Musica Antigua e Moderno - Renaissance, Baroque and gypsy, jazz and West African all in one evening! (July 17th - £10, £8 children and concessions). Partita play more Renaissance and Baroque at lunchtime (July 23rd - £6, £5 children and concessions).
St John's Church (40): 17 Jul 7:30pm to 9:30pm . Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 23 Jul 1pm to 2pm £6 (Child and Conc £5) Review
Tickets on the door.
PEAK DISTRICT STRING ORCHESTRA CONCERT - Peak District Music Centres
The Peak District String Orchestra is an award-winning youth orchestra. Hot-footing it back from the National Festival of Music for youth, the PDSO presents Vivaldi's Concerto for Four Violins, Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings, Gorecki's Three Pieces in the Old Style and Teleman's Don Quixote. The evening includes solo performances.
St John's Church (40): 10 Jul 7:30pm to 9:30pm £7 (Child Free, Conc £5) Review
Tickets on the door.
PIANO RECITAL - Jonathan Ellis
A classical piano extravaganza. To include works by Mozart, Mussorgsky and - especially for the 100th anniversary of his death - Scriabin.
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 24 Jul 7:30pm to 9:30pm £10 (Child £7) Review
Bookings via Opera House or 07984 236 841
Direct Opera House Online Booking
PIÈCES MUSICALES - Les trois amies
A recital of French salon music with piano duets and song.
Friends since university in Sheffield, and now living at far extremes of the country, local soprano Carol Bowns and pianists Marianne Kelly and Heather Sargeson invite you to join them for some of their favourite repertoire.
Green Man Gallery (86): 24 Jul 5:45pm to 6:45pm £5 (Child Free) Review
Bookings via carolbowns@me.com or 01298 213 577
PROTEST SONGS - Darren Poyzer
Many remain underground, some top music charts globally, others become anthems spanning generations, highlighting injustice, serving as a rallying call for action. The protest song story is wonderfully captured via inspired narrative and visuals as acclaimed songwriter and storyteller Darren Poyzer delivers a passionate, live performance. 'Memorable... rabble rousing... excellent'. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 11 Jul 4:15pm to 5:30pm, 14 & 21 Jul 7pm to 8:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
SAM DUNKLEY - Performing Arts etc
After a four-year Fringe hiatus, Sam is finally back in the Barrel Room. The Fringe's favourite solo folk artist returns with his trademark blend of traditional folk songs and his own compositions. Also appearing in Right Here Right Now Impro. 'Hugely entertaining'. Buxton Fringe Review
Underground Venues (10): 17 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
SONIC WAVES - Emmanuel Vass
Charismatic pianist Emmanuel Vass, who reached his £2,000 Kickstarter target in under five days, has broadcast on Classic FM, BBC Radios 2 and 3, and was named as The Independent newspaper's ‘One to Watch' and BBC Music Magazine's ‘Rising Star'. This concert features exciting music from his album of water-themed pieces. (New Writing)
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 13 Jul 5pm to 6pm £11 (Child £8, Conc £10), Ages 12+ Review
Bookings via www.emmanuelvass.co.uk
SOUNDS OF SIXTIES CELLULOID - Hawthorne Clark
Fringe veteran Will Hawthorne and local jazz hero (and Gong member) Graham Clark present a selection of classic Sixties' film music and themes in a range of musical genres. Expect various combinations of voice, guitar and violin. Expect Ennio Morricone, John Barry and possibly Lennon and McCartney. And more!
Old Clubhouse (21): 8 Jul 9:30pm to 11pm, 16 Jul 6:30pm to 7:45pm, 17 Jul 7:30pm to 8:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £6) Review
Bookings via Opera House
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SOUNDS OF SUMMER - Chapel-en-le-Frith Ladies Choir
Chapel-en-le-Frith Ladies Choir is a 40-strong SSA choir, which performs a varied programme: works by John Rutter, songs from the shows, and favourites from the pop, jazz and world music repertoire. Its guests are Manchester-based folk trio Hindle Wakes, performing a mixture of traditional, contemporary and self-written songs.
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 18 Jul 7:30pm to 9:40pm £8 (Child Free)
Bookings via fran.pickering@gmail.com or 01298 815 965
SOUTH AFRICAN VOICES - Tshwane Gospel Choir
It's South African music with a difference that will cheer you up when you are down and leave you dancing in the aisles.
St Mary's Church (41): 8-11 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 12 Jul 4pm to 5pm £15 (Child and Conc £10)
***CANCELLED***
SUMMER CHAMBER DELIGHTS - Cheshire Chamber Collective
An evening of mixed chamber music including Beethoven's ever popular Septet for violin, viola, cello, double bass, clarinet, bassoon and French horn. Performed by members of Cheshire Sinfonia.
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 16 Jul 8pm to 10pm £7 (Child Free, Conc £5) Review
Bookings via nicolabright175@outlook.com or 07769 034 679
SUMMER CONCERT - Derbyshire City and County Youth Orchestra
Following a five-day residential course Peter Stark will conduct the Derbyshire City and County Youth Orchestra playing Tchaikovsky's Italian Capriccio, Khachaturian's Adagio from Spartacus, Shostakovich's Jazz Suite and Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No 3. The soloist is Ana Šinkovec, a 26-year old pianist from Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Pavilion Gardens - Octagon (33d): 17 Jul 7:30pm to 10pm £6 (Child £4) Review
Bookings via kathryn.taylour@derbyshire.gov.uk or 01629 532 850
SUMMER CONCERT - Derby & Derbyshire Schools' Orchestra
Following a four-day residential course, Simon Bowler will conduct the orchestra working alongside Sinfonia Viva. The programme will include the third movement of Brahms's Symphony No 4 and performances by both orchestras.
Pavilion Gardens - Octagon (33d): 16 Jul 7:30pm to 10pm £6 (Child £4) Review
Bookings via kathryn.taylour@derbyshire.gov.uk or 01629 532 850
SUMMER CONCERT - Manchester Recorder Orchestra
A mixed programme from this entertaining large recorder group. This year includes the well-known Fingal's Cave, a Dowland tango(!) and a modern jazzy concerto featuring local soloist Martin Bisknell, plus other enjoyable items.
Trinity Church (45): 18 Jul 7:30pm to 9:30pm £8 (Child Free, Conc £7), Ages 8+
Tickets on the door.
SUMMER SERENADE - Bel Canto Community Choir
Bel Canto Community Choir returns with another musical feast of traditional songs, popular classics and grand opera. We are pleased to be joined by our fabulous guest tenor, Terence Robertson, whose performance thrilled the Fringe audience last year. Cakes and sparkling summer punch included. Enjoy!
Buxton Methodist Church - Church (06a): 19 Jul 3pm to 4:30pm £7 (Child and Conc £5) Review
Bookings via Opera House or clare.tucker1@virginmedia.com or 0151 639 1999
Direct Opera House Online Booking
TROMBONE TUNES, TROMBONE TALK - Sam Slide & Friends
Following last year's successful debut, local trombone player Sam Slide returns with more musical autobiography. Tunes from Jingle Bells to jazz, Bach to blues. Stories from a fun-filled musical life. Find out how to play the trombone - it's easy! Tasteful backing provided by some of Sam Slide's musical friends. (New Writing)
Old Clubhouse (21): 14 & 21 Jul 7:30pm to 8:45pm £7 (Child and Conc £5) Review
Bookings via Opera House or 07929 423 689 or tickets on the door
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THE WOLVES OF ST ELVIS PLAY SHAKESPEARE - Lutes & Ukes
The Ukulele Orchestra joins in a genre-crashing supergroup with Elizabeth Kenny's Theatre of the Ayre, singing songs across the centuries and playing lute, theorbo, cittern, Renaissance guitar… and ukuleles. The playlist shows the common ground between rock and baroque from Shakespeare's King's Men to The King.
St John's Church (40): 18 Jul noon to 1:30pm £20 Review
Bookings via Opera House
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CELEBRATING COMMUNITY WRITING AND PUBLISHING - TheFED
Calling all writers here is an opportunity, to promote (sell) and celebrate your writing, or just simply listen to others! TheFED - a network of writing and community publishers, will be hosting these free events, giving writers and groups an opportunity to join TheFED. Five-minute performance slots will be allocated.
The Buxton Tap House (23): 15-17 Jul 2:30pm to 5:30pm Free, Possibly strong language and adult themes Review
Further information: 07549 862 495
A CUPPA, A NATTER & HIDDEN GEMS - Vera Mellor
A talk on my self-published book A Cuppa, a Natter & Hidden Gems. Subtitle: Marie Claire - My Life Story.
The book will be available for purchase and I shall be happy to sign copies. (New Writing)
The Source (46): 15 & 18 Jul 6:45pm to 9pm £2.50 (Child Free, Conc £1.50), Ages 16+
Bookings via Opera House or vera@eagleswings.go-plus.net or 01663 745 106
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DOVETALES ON THE BORDERLINE: SPANNING THE DOVE - The Packhorse Poets
Because the Packhorse Poets meet at the Inn at Crowdecote, they have been skirmishing poetically along the county boundary for several years. So plans for this year's event include Poets Laureate Helen Mort (Derbyshire) and Gary Longden (Staffordshire) to display the poetic riches and individualities from both counties. (New Writing)
The Packhorse Inn, Crowdecote SK17 0DB (66): 24 Jul 7:30pm to 10pm £5 (Child £2.50, Conc £4.50) Review
Tickets on the door.
FRINGE READINGS - Buxton Festival Fringe
A series of informal readings lasting about 30 minutes on whatever subject is chosen by the readers themselves. So who knows what subjects might come up? Take a break, maybe enjoy a coffee in the George Potter Bar at the Old Hall Hotel - just sit back and listen.
Old Hall Hotel (31): 12, 17-18 & 24-25 Jul 2pm to 2:30pm, 3pm to 3:30pm Free
GRINLOW POETRY TRAIL - Stone and Water
Well-wooded words: weaving words through trees, we invite visitors to wonder as they wander, and to touch the emotional heart of summer. Poems and short stories scattered along a trail - you can do the reading yourself! In conjunction with the Grinlow Art Trail.
Grinlow Woods - at Poole's Cavern (94): 18 Jul 10am to 5pm Free Review
MELODY - Unholy Mess
Award-shortlisted performance poet Jemima Foxtrot combines spoken word and singing to explore how music attaches itself to memories, people and places. Her style of frank and honest poetry fuses soul and folk music with the written word to tell stories, from dancing to hip-hop to eating Yorkshire puddings in bed. (New Writing)
Buxton Methodist Church - Upstairs Room (06d): 24-26 Jul 2pm to 3pm £7.50 (Child and Conc £6.50), Some adult themes Review
Bookings via Opera House or 07811 140 426
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NEW THOUGHTS - OLD WAR - Buxton Parish Churches
Poems written and read by Buxton young people, supported by well-known amateur local musicians. (New Writing)
St John's Church (40): 15 Jul 7pm to 9:30pm Free, Themes of conflict and loss, Ages 11+ Review
OCEAN GOING IDIOT - Rob Coleman
Despite two failures, Rob Coleman wants to cross the Atlantic in a rowing boat. Why? What has he learned? What went wrong? What's it like being in a small boat, thousands of miles from land? Join him on a personal and frankly ill-advised journey. A true-ish story, with some jokes. (New Writing)
Green Man Gallery (86): 11 Jul 8pm to 9pm £6 Review
Bookings via The Green Man Gallery: hello@thegreenmangallery.com or 01298 937 373
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BUXTON CARNIVAL FLOAT - Buxton Festival Fringe
Come rain or shine the Buxton Carnival procession will wend its way through the town. See and hear marching bands, dancers and the prize-winning, orange-bedecked Fringe float (courtesy of Lomas Distribution). Spectacular event organised by the Buxton Wells Dressing committee celebrating 175th anniversary of well-dressing in 2015. http://www.buxtonwelldressing.co.uk/
Around the Town (47): 11 Jul 2pm to 4pm Free
Further information: info@buxtonfringe.org.uk
FRINGE AT FIVE - Buxton Festival Fringe
One of the pleasures and successes of Fringe 2014 makes a welcome return. A 30-minute free sample of what is happening in the Fringe courtesy of whichever performers are happy to play for us. Get a coffee or ice cream, relax and enjoy. Check the Fringe Desk for latest news.
Pavilion Gardens - Bandstand (33a): 13-25 Jul 5pm to 5:30pm Free
Further information: info@buxtonfringe.org.uk
FRINGE SUNDAY - Buxton Festival Fringe
Join some very special Fringe performers in the splendour of Buxton's Pavilion Gardens for an afternoon of free music, magic, dance, comedy, song and drama. Whet your artistic appetite: bring your own picnic, buy an ice cream and take a seat by the Bandstand.
Pavilion Gardens - Bandstand (33a): 12 Jul 2pm to 4:30pm Free
Further information: info@buxtonfringe.org.uk
THE SHAKESPEARE JUKEBOX - Buxton Drama League
Celebrating a decade on the Opera House forecourt, Buxton's ever-popular Jukebox returns for more impromptu recreations of Shakespeare's work. Give our strolling players a donation (all proceeds to charity) to perform the scene of your choice. You may even get to participate in one of their infamous 'tag' performances!
Buxton Opera House Forecourt (08): 10, 12, 15 & 17-18 Jul 6pm to 7pm, 19 Jul 6:30pm to 7:30pm, 21 & 23-25 Jul 6pm to 7pm Free Review
WHO THE F**K IS PAOLO FERRARI?!? - Egomental Productions
Like a sachet of double dip swizzle stick he will crackle up n' down your throat in a tickly trickly treat of ting a ling a ling... etc. 'Sublimely imaginative'. Arthritis Today. At lunchtime: from the ancient cobbles of Covent Garden Piazza, 21st-century modern jester, Paolo Ferrari, brings his own unique brand of sapiently crafted tosh, to the quaint and verdant streets of Buxton, for a few jolly good days of loud and irreverent street buffoonery. Expect the unexpected. (New Writing)
Town Hall Piazza (28): 20 Jul noon to 1pm . The Cheshire Cheese (93): 20 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm . Town Hall Piazza (28): 21 Jul noon to 1pm . The Cheshire Cheese (93): 21 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm Free, Adult themes & possible nudity
Further information: Appreciation tips at the end of the show
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THE 'IT'S NOT FAIR!' - Rhema Theatre Company
An inspiring new piece of theatre, telling stories from around the world of human trafficking - and those who fight against it. 'Extraordinarily moving. Nothing will prepare you for such a powerful message being told in such an engaging manner by two actors who employ every tool of their craft'.
Buxton Methodist Church - Church Hall (06b): 15 & 22 Jul 7:30pm to 8:45pm £9 (Child and Conc £8), Ages 11+ Review
Bookings via Opera House
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ACTING ALONE - Ava Hunt Theatre
Derbyshire-based performer Ava Hunt delivers her crazy, often hilarious journey as a TV actor together with experiences of working in refugee camps in Palestine. Asking can anyone make a difference? What risks do we take and at what cost? ***** 'Tremendous show... compelling, rare empathy'. Broadway Baby (New Writing)
Hydro Restaurant and Bar (22): 14-16 Jul 8pm to 9pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via Opera House
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AFTER PARTY - Re:Sound
A new play filled with live music, recreating one evening in 1820 when Franz Schubert and his closest friends gathered in a Viennese pub to celebrate art, freedom and love. Before the evening ended, they were arrested by the secret police - their fractured circle never to be complete again? (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 20 Jul 9:45pm to 11pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS - Curious Grin Productions
Stampeding elephants! Raging typhoons! Runaway trains! Oxford University Drama Society Summer Season presents the most unfathomable journey of the age. Danger, romance and comic surprise abound in this madcap romp of a show as eight actors, portraying 39 characters, traverse seven continents in the greatest adventure ever written.
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 14 Jul 9:15pm to 10:45pm, 15 Jul 7:30pm to 9pm, 16 Jul 9:15pm to 10:45pm £9 (Child and Conc £8) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
AS YOU LIKE IT - Butterfly
Welcome to The Forest of Arden underground festival! Get up close and personal as the actors lead you on a journey through the rocks, of laughter, love and comical cock-ups… Dance along to a live acoustic band in the depths of Poole's Cavern. A Shakespeare lock in - unique and exclusive!
Poole's Cavern (34a): 20-25 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm, 7pm to 8pm, 8:30pm to 9:30pm £12 (Child and Conc £10), Ages 12+ Review
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THE ASH GIRL by Timberlake Wertenbaker - REC Youth Theatre Company
When an invitation to the Ball arrives, the Ash Girl can't believe she has been invited as well as her stepsisters. In order to find happiness, Ash Girl must fight the monsters who have insinuated their way into her heart and mind. A wondrous and darkly beautiful retelling of Cinderella.
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 10-11 Jul 7pm to 8pm, 12 Jul 9:30pm to 10:30pm, 15 Jul 6pm to 7pm £9 (Child and Conc £8) Review
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BEHIND THE BLINDS - Dreamshed Theatre
At No 59 the wine has just been opened. The nibbles are in their bowls. The cushions are plumped. You are invited to a musical revue in the great tradition of comic and tragicomic songs. Imagine a combustible mix of Victoria Wood, Tim Minchin, Richard Stilgoe and Ian Dury! (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Blue Room (55c): 19 & 21-23 Jul 9:15pm to 10:15pm £10 (Conc £8), Adult themes Review
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BLOOD BROTHERS: THE PLAY - MY Theatre Co
A moving and sometimes dark play with music, written by Willy Russell. Centred on twins separated by background and upbringing, the production considers themes of family, education and employment and how these social forces can have fatal outcomes.
Burbage Institute, Nursery Lane, Buxton SK17 6UL (53): 25 Jul 8pm to 9:15pm £5 (Child and Conc £4), Contains some bad language and a death scene
***CANCELLED***
A CREAM CRACKER UNDER THE SETTEE by Alan Bennett - library theatre touring company
Doris, a widow, lives alone. Valuing her independence, she surreptitiously cleans when her home help, Zulema, is absent. When we meet her, she has fallen whilst attempting to dust a picture frame. Alone, Doris reminisces about her life with its joys and sadnesses.
From Bennett's classic Talking Heads series
United Reformed Church - Green Room: Hall (55b): 11, 17-18 & 25 Jul 7:30pm to 8:10pm £9 (Conc £7) Review
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DEPARTURE LOUNGE - Sudden Impulse Theatre Company
Returning home from their Spanish holiday, four British lads experience delays in the departure lounge, giving them a chance to think back on the drunken and sexual exploits of the previous fortnight. This hilarious musical contains all the wit and humour you would expect from Brits on tour.
Underground Venues (10): 19 Jul 5:45pm to 7pm, 21-22 Jul 4pm to 5:15pm, 23 Jul 5:45pm to 7pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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FOLLOW/UNFOLLOW - ShinyNewTheatre/LanternTheatre
Shallow internet vlogger Ryan Marten has a legion of dedicated fans from his social media feed, playing on his looks rather than talent. His manager, Dee, wants to make a new star of thoughtful fan Chloe who is tired of Ryan's sponsorship deals. The trouble is Chloe never sought fame. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 16 & 20 Jul 3:45pm to 4:45pm, 22 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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G&D - Tattyband
Things are not right in the firmament... The earth is bleeding into the sea, Michael is displeased, Satan is looking for trouble - and God is about to get a wake-up call! G&D? Is it an exciting new cocktail - or something a bit more sinister? Or both? (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 24 Jul 1pm to 1:45pm, 5:45pm to 6:30pm, 25 Jul 5:45pm to 6:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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THE GHOSTHUNTERS' CLUB - Cul-de-sac theatre
Unearthly mutterings in the attic... strange murmurings in the cellar... Professor Tony Stoney-Middleton and Miss Pringle invite you to investigate the ghostly goings-on over the five creaky floors of Scrivener's Bookshop.
One-hour show (with stairs), limited to 12 per show. 'An unmissable treat...' Fringe Review 2014
Scrivener's Bookshop (11): 14-17 Jul 6pm to 7pm, 21-24 Jul 9pm to 10pm £5, Ages 8+ Review
Bookings via scrivbooks@hotmail.co.uk or 01298 73100
HALF THE SKY - Void Productions & Mighty Limey
Six monologues from Ian Salmon, the recipient of the Highly Commended Award in the Liverpool Hope Playwriting Prize 2015. Belief, heartbreak, faith, fate. All your questions answered in small moments from the lives of six women. Directed by Anna Cardus, director of the acclaimed short film Slip Away. (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Purple Room: Church (55a): 17 Jul 7:15pm to 10pm £8 (Child £6, Conc £7) Review
Tickets on the door.
HATS OFF TO LAUREL AND HARDY - Lucky Dog Theatre Productions
Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy are the most popular and best-loved comedy team of all time. This hugely popular and respected show tells their true life stories and features many of their most famous routines. You will laugh, you will learn, and you will cry. ***** LoveFringe, RemoteGoat. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 11-12 Jul 2:45pm to 3:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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HIS LETTERS - Dreamshed Theatre
Nominated for an Actor Award at the Buxton Fringe last year, John Martin Stevens returns with three performances. Two evacuees meet and form a lifetime relationship. 60 years later their love letters are rediscovered and it seems that whilst war brought them together, peace may have torn them apart.
United Reformed Church - Blue Room (55c): 10-12 Jul 7:30pm to 8:30pm £10 (Child £5, Conc £8) Review
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I AM BEAST - Sparkle And Dark
What happens when the wildest parts of our imagination take control? Follow Ellie through a flickering world of bewitching comic book fantasies in a visually stunning exploration of loss, using live music and life-sized puppetry. ‘One of the most powerful pieces of theatre I’ve seen’. The Guardian. Killing Roger (New Writing)
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 23-25 Jul 9pm to 10pm £9 (Child and Conc £8) Review
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JACQUES BREL: UNE VIE A MILLE TEMPS - Far West Theatre
The premiere of a brand-new musical piece based on the life and works of the famous Belgian composer, Jacques Brel. His story once again comes to life, told through his own words and songs, as well as the thoughts of his daughter, France. Ticket includes free wine or soft drink. (New Writing)
Green Man Gallery (86): 9 Jul 7:30pm to 9:30pm, 12 Jul 6:30pm to 8:30pm, 23 & 25 Jul 7pm to 9pm £7.50 Review
Bookings via hello@thegreenmangallery.com or 01298 937 375
JIM MACCOOL’S PARLIAMENT OF FOWLS - Performance Poetry Society
A brand-new version of Geoffrey Chaucer's parable dream vision of a woman's right to choose NOT to choose, Jim's rhyme royal brings the poem into the present day whilst preserving its St Valentine's Day charm, with music to suit.
Dame Nature holds sway in the inevitable outcome of Springtime's pairing-off.
Buxton Museum and Art Gallery (07): 9 Jul 1pm to 2pm Free, Ages 13+ Review
Further information: 02086 886 951
KING LEAR (ALONE) - inamoment theatre company
By Edinburgh Fringe award-winning playwright Frank Bramwell. A thought-provoking reworking of the original, using the words of William Shakespeare.
This fascinating new play takes us along Lear's journey following Cordelia's death, to re-examine the original play's themes and insights, from a completely different angle. (New Writing)
Old Clubhouse (21): 23-24 Jul 9:45pm to 10:45pm, 25 Jul 7:30pm to 8:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via Opera House or inamoment@hotmail.co.uk or 07720 839 612
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THE LIFE AND CRIMES OF REVEREND RACCOON - sheepishproductions@rocketmail.com
Conman, US Army reservist, preacher, faith healer, then Reverend Raccoon found God. Join him to learn why he has faith and why, in life, you should always choose the baked potato option. A black comedy for the Coen Brothers generation from an award-nominated and competition-winning playwright. (New Writing)
Old Clubhouse (21): 10 Jul 3:30pm to 4:20pm, 12 Jul 5pm to 5:50pm, 13 & 23-24 Jul 7pm to 7:50pm £5 Review
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LIFE'S WITNESS - From the Mill Theatre Company
A famous author is interviewed for a live television programme. He finds himself thrust into the spotlight, battling with memories and secrets which refuse to stay hidden and spill into the studio. Life's Witness is the story of fame, ambition, love and betrayal. **** Good Review. 'Superb'. Remote Goat www.fromthemilltc.com (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Purple Room: Church (55a): 12 Jul 2pm to 3pm, 14-15 Jul 8pm to 9pm, 18-19 Jul 2pm to 3pm, 21 Jul 8pm to 9pm £6 (Conc £5), Some strong language Review
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LIGHTSPEED by Clem Haran - Organised Chaos Productions
This isn't a game Charlie! What's their story? How did they get here? To here, this moment in time. Charlie and Emma meet one day, they fall hopelessly into a cycle of thoughts that aren't said, and actions without meaning. Falling in love quicker than the skyline falls to dusk. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 10 Jul 4:15pm to 5:15pm, 15 & 24 Jul 7:15pm to 8:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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LIZZY BENNET REMEMBERS - Little Red Hen Theatre
Join Lizzy Bennet on a rather special day, as she recalls well-loved scenes and passages from Jane Austen's classic Pride and Prejudice. A one-woman show devised and performed by Prudence Edwards.
United Reformed Church - Purple Room: Church (55a): 10-12 Jul 7:30pm to 8:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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M.A.I.R.O.U.L.A. - Sturgeon's Law
Mairoula is a name. Maybe it's her name; she never says. She will explain the acronym though... But first she's got other things to tell you. About sex, death and watermelons, why she'd welcome a devastating earthquake, and how she wishes you all the happiness in the world. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 14-15 Jul 3:45pm to 5pm, 17 Jul 5:45pm to 7pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM - Uproot Theatre Company
A brand-new, one-hour version of Shakespeare's most famous comedy. Two actors play the host of characters in this frenetic production, from fairies to kings! 'The course of true love never did run smooth,' but boy is it fun! (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 14 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm, 16 & 18 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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MR MERRICK, THE ELEPHANT MAN - Lucky Dog Theatre Productions
The story of Joseph Carey Merrick (better known as The Elephant Man) has been told many times on stage, but all these accounts are partly fictional. This moving and accurate play (written with the support of Merrick's biographer) depicts the truth behind Merrick and his doctor, Frederick Treves. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 12 Jul 4:15pm to 5:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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MURDER WEAPON - Dilate Theatre Company
When Chief Constable Bligh accompanies her friend Diane home to Dysart Hall, they arrive to a horrifying scene. Diane's husband Paul has been shot and ex-convict Charley is standing over him bearing a gun...
After its exciting debut last year, Dilate Theatre company presents a thriller that's sure to intrigue.
Buxton Community School - Drama Studio (02a): 10-11 Jul 7pm to 9pm £5 (Child £2.50, Conc £3) Review
Tickets on the door.
A NASTY LITTLE PLAY - Chris Neville-Smith
In the backroom of a seedy 'books & mags' shop in Fifties' Soho, six characters - the manager, three punters, a stripper and a fading burlesque dancer - are thrown together while a police raid takes place next door. This comedy by Alan Godfrey turns darker as the minutes pass. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 19 Jul 10:15pm to 11pm, 20 Jul 8:30pm to 9:15pm, 21-22 Jul 5:45pm to 6:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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OTHELLO: AN ALL-FEMALE PRODUCTION - Smooth Faced Gentlemen
The award-winning, all-female ensemble applies its distinctive blend of comedy, tragedy, and scorching action to Shakespeare's psychological thriller. An orchestrated plot of revenge and jealousy dismantles Othello's world at blinding speed. A shadowy tale of passion, misdirection, and mistrust. 'One of the strongest ensembles I've seen at the Fringe'. Broadway World
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 16-17 Jul 7:30pm to 8:45pm, 18 Jul 5:30pm to 6:45pm £9 (Child and Conc £8) Review
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PEACEFUL by Polis Loizou - The Off-Off-Off-Broadway Company
Ethel Charles lives alone in her labyrinthine mansion, hiding from ghosts she believes to be hunting her. When she invites a medium to help her make peace, she may have invited a more real threat into her home. The 2013 sell-out hit returns. **** Views from the Gods, Three Weeks.
Underground Venues (10): 18 Jul 10pm to 11pm, 19 Jul 4:15pm to 5:15pm £8.50 (Child and Conc £7.50) Review
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PHONE WHORE (A ONE-ACT PLAY WITH FREQUENT INTERRUPTIONS) - Cameryn Moore/Little Black Book Productions
Truth and taboo collide in this intimate visit with a phone-sex operator. Sit back and buckle up. **** BroadwayBaby.com. 'Incredibly brutal, piercing, thought-provoking'. ThreeWeeks. 'Captivating to watch... as much energy as a spring tornado'. The Spectator. 'The most intimate and insightful theatre experience you're likely to have'. RoverArts.com
Underground Venues (10): 8 & 12 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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THE RATS IN THE WALLS - Alexander Arts
The house of Exham Priory has been associated with the macabre and sinister for centuries. Now its new owner has restored it to its former glory and invites you to explore secrets darker than the human mind was meant to comprehend. Dare you enter the basement with him? (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 8 & 15 Jul 10:15pm to 11pm, 20 Jul 5:15pm to 6pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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THE RAVEN - Lady M Youth Theatre
This energetic young company performs a unique comic-gothic-horror portrayal of Edgar Allan Poe's classic poem. Nosferatu, the Narrator and the Zombie bring this tale of lost love and despair to life, aided - of course - by the Raven... (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 12 Jul 10:15pm to 11pm, 17 & 19 Jul 2:45pm to 3:30pm, 21 Jul 10:15pm to 11pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
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REDACTION - Shadow Syndicate
From the winners of Fringe Young Actor 2014 comes a fictional tale of resistance to deception, with 'truth' the commodity and the currency to obtain it, constantly shifting. Lifting the veil on a network shrouded in subterfuge, Redaction glimpses behind the curtain of what is known and what was never told. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 17-18 Jul 4pm to 5pm, 21 Jul 1:15pm to 2:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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SAFE MODE - Theatre By Numbers
Your home is gone. The town is burning. Don't think, just run, you'll be safe...
In a distant time, Mia is forced to confront her future, her actions and herself.
'This is a great story, well presented…interesting themes… isolation, hope and friendship… good use of storytelling and visuals.' (New Writing)
Old Clubhouse (21): 26 Jul 7:30pm to 10pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via http://www.wegottickets.com/theatrebynumbers
SERIOUSLY FUNNY - Dreamshed Theatre
Fresh from its London run, Tony Hancock and Kenneth Williams portrayed on and off-stage! A hilarious and moving tribute to two British showbusiness icons brought to life by Iain Barton and Wink Taylor.
United Reformed Church - Blue Room (55c): 14-17 Jul 8pm to 9pm £10 (Child £5, Conc £8) Review
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SKIMMING THE STONES - Tilly Mint Theatre
Alison is at a turning point in her life. Alone in the house she grew up in, she is surrounded by memories that she wants to escape. Can she escape? Where to? Does she gamble and take the risks that she has always resisted? Or will the past claim her for good? (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Green Room: Hall (55b): 12 Jul 7:30pm to 8:15pm, 14 Jul 8:30pm to 9:15pm . United Reformed Church - Purple Room: Church (55a): 18 Jul 7:30pm to 8:15pm . United Reformed Church - Green Room: Hall (55b): 19 Jul 7:30pm to 8:15pm £6 (Child and Conc £5) Review
Bookings via tillyminttheatre@gmail.com or 07403 657 231
SLUT (R)EVOLUTION: NO ONE GETS THERE OVERNIGHT - Cameryn Moore/Little Black Book Productions
Cameryn Moore (Phone Whore) merges memoir and manifesto in this incendiary exploration of sex, relationships, and salad crispers. Best of Fest, Winnipeg Fringe 2011. Best One (Wo)man Show, Houston Fringe 2014. 'A study in vulnerability that manages to achieve catharsis and healing through a talented performance'. MarbleVictoria.com (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 9-10 Jul 7:15pm to 8:15pm, 13 Jul 8:30pm to 9:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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THE SMALL THINGS - Two Yolks Theatre
A brand new devised piece that explores religion, faith and belief in today's society. Peter and Brendan are brothers, growing up together, running away together, crashing together. Dying together. But at the Golden Gates of Heaven, one is led away by a mysterious angel with secrets of her own. (New Writing)
Scrivener's Bookshop (11): 11-12 Jul 5pm to 5:40pm £5 Review
Bookings via twoyolkstheatre@outlook.com
TES - TESS OF THE D'URBERVILLES RE-IMAGINED - Steve Larkin
A contemporary theatrical adaptation of Hardy's classic in which the tragic heroine is reinvented as a teenage boy from a Newcastle council estate found to be descended from a famous Romantic poet. 'An Orwellian portrayal of Britain's rotting underbelly that slices like a rusty razor'. ***** Times Colonist, Canada.
Underground Venues (10): 23-24 Jul 2:30pm to 3:45pm, 25 Jul 7pm to 8:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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TITUS ANDRONICUS by William Shakespeare - Smooth Faced Gentlemen
Following their smash-hit tour, Smooth Faced Gentlemen return to Buxton with their critically-acclaimed theatrical rebellion. A stripped-down, ramped-up, vibrant and visceral retelling of Shakespeare's cruelly underestimated tragedy of blind revenge and severed bloodlines. Winner: Mervyn Stutter Spirit Of The Fringe, Buxton Fringe Production Award and The John Beecher Prize.
Arts Centre - Studio (74a): 12-13 Jul 7:30pm to 8:45pm, 18 Jul 9:45pm to 11pm £9 (Child and Conc £8) Review
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TO SHE OR NOT TO SHE - Joue Le Genre/Emma Bentley
Frailty thy name is woman?! Oh get stuffed Will! From year nine drama, to drama school, to the drama of dating, Emma Bentley uses comedy, clown, and storytelling to tackle the trials and tribulations of playing Shakespeare's men, without a codpiece. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 11-12 Jul 7:30pm to 8:15pm, 14 Jul 8:45pm to 9:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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TOGETHER IN ELECTRIC DREAMS - Scytheplays Ltd
Comedy drama based on a pivotal moment in the history of British electronics. 1986: Sir Clive Sinclair's once-mighty technological empire is near-bankrupt. Clive's only escape is to strike a deal over dinner with his arch-rival - one Alan Sugar. 'A lot of laughs'. Manchester Evening News (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 9 & 16 Jul 10pm to 11pm, 19 & 22 Jul 1:15pm to 2:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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TROUBLESOME PEOPLE by Jill Haas - Ashrow Theatre
Set on the Home Front, this character-led drama examines the bravery and determination required by everyone during the Second World War. With a cast of seven, this new piece helps highlight the plight of these individuals surviving on the periphery of a global war, whether by choice or by circumstance. (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Purple Room: Church (55a): 22 Jul 6:15pm to 7:40pm, 23 Jul 1:15pm to 2:40pm, 24 Jul 6:15pm to 7:40pm, 25 Jul 7:45pm to 9:10pm, 26 Jul 3:15pm to 4:40pm £7.50 (Child and Conc £6.50), very infrequent use of adult language in context Review
Bookings via Opera House or ashrow2@hotmail.com or 07535 995 556
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THE TURN OF THE SCREW by Henry James (Adapted by Martin Prest) - That's My Cue Productions
A young governess is sent to the country to care for two orphans. Initially taken in by this ideal new life, she begins to see something sinister behind her charges' perfection and realises that there is a new threat from which she must protect them. But are they already lost? Classic Gothic horror.
Underground Venues (10): 22 Jul 10:15pm to 11:15pm, 23 Jul 4:15pm to 5:15pm, 10:15pm to 11:15pm, 24 Jul 4:15pm to 5:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
Bookings via undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
TWO by Jim Cartwright - Sudden Impulse Theatre Company
Cartwright's observations of northern working-class culture are razor-sharp as he explores the lives of the colourful characters who frequent their 'local'. Phil Malkin and Kay Sanders take on all the many and varied roles in the play just as the writer originally intended.
Underground Venues (10): 19 Jul 7:15pm to 8:15pm, 21-22 Jul 2:45pm to 3:45pm, 23 Jul 7:15pm to 8:15pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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UGLY by Lilly Posnett - Orange and Pip Theatre
What happens after 'happily-ever-after'? Tired of Cinderella stealing the spotlight, the Ugly Sisters finally get to tell their side of the story. It's angry, moving and Grimm. Princes and the patriarchy, glass slippers and glass ceilings - Ugly is no fairy tale... From two-time Fringe New Writing nominee Lilly Posnett. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 8 Jul 7:15pm to 8pm, 9 & 23 Jul 8:45pm to 9:30pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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THE UNFURLING OF INDIGO HIGGINS - Arletty Theatre
A magical tail with a twist! Arletty Theatre's fantastical musical comes to Buxton, after the success of Fringe Award-winning production Swan Canaries last year. Demanding fashionista Indigo Higgins regularly bullies Cinderella-supermodel Flea, the mysterious 'Ramshackle Crew' wield their earthy magic, and Indigo's glamorous world changes forever! (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Green Room: Hall (55b): 24 & 26 Jul 7:30pm to 8:30pm £8 (Child £4, Conc £6), Ages 10+ Review
Tickets on the door.
VOICES FROM THE FOREST - Dreamshed Theatre
The Dymock Poets were a group who worked together before the First World War. In tracing these poets' journeys, playwrights Lucy Tyler and Bill Cronshaw have worked with student writers from the University of Gloucestershire to create a collection of short plays which explore and celebrate the lasting legacy of these poets. (New Writing)
United Reformed Church - Blue Room (55c): 21-23 Jul 8:15pm to 9pm £10 (Child £5, Conc £8) Review
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WAR OF THE WORLDS - Uproot Theatre Company
A brand new adaptation of HG Wells' classic sci-fi novel. The company that brought you The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll, Around The World In 80 Days and last year's Treasure Island, returns with the debut of this one-man, one-hour production. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 12-13 Jul 5:45pm to 6:45pm, 15 Jul 8:45pm to 9:45pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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WOMEN OF THE MOURNING FIELDS - Aulos Productions
'Slandered by history. Forgotten as women.' Rome's final curtain falls, yet three women still linger in the wings. Tainted by Nero's legacy, Agrippina leads the fight against the injustice of history, forced onto the stage with Octavia and Poppaea. Another unwelcome performance is imminent... but scripts can always be rewritten. (New Writing)
Underground Venues (10): 13 Jul 4:15pm to 5:15pm, 15 Jul 5:30pm to 6:30pm, 16 Jul 7pm to 8pm £8 (Child and Conc £7) Review
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WOMEN WHO WANK - FoolSize Theatre
This comical-tragical one-woman improvised Fool show dives into the concealing darkness and the pleasurable light of feminine sexual power. With strong physicality and disarming humour Tremarco plays with the sacred and the profane. 'Hilariously entertaining... genuinely remarkable piece of theatre... thought-provoking content... utterly captivating.' ***** Edinburgh Fringe Review
Underground Venues (10): 13-14 Jul 10pm to 11pm, 18 Jul 7pm to 8pm £7 (Child and Conc £6) Review
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WRITE YOURSELF FREE: FEMALE FACTS OR MALE FICTION? - Dolls House
A husband writes a book claiming it to be fiction but his wife now says she wrote it and it spills the true, dark, disturbing secrets of their marriage. Read Write Yourself Free: Female Facts or Male Fiction on Amazon 1505931215 - before or after this theatre battle of the sexes. (New Writing)
Old Clubhouse (21): 10 & 22 Jul 7:30pm to 9:15pm £7.50 (Child and Conc £5), Adult theme Review
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Visual Arts
2015 ART EXHIBITION - Burbage Art Group
This popular exhibition features everything from watercolours to oils and collage to pastels. Free cakes, refreshments and children's quiz make this a family occasion while the high standard of work from this friendly group, which meets weekly at the Institute, has resulted in regular artist nominations in the Fringe Awards.
Burbage Institute, Nursery Lane, Buxton SK17 6UL (53): 18 Jul 11am to 3pm Free Review
Further information: 01538 266 220
ARTO FUNDUKLIAN - HIS PERSONAL CHOICE - Buxton Museum & Art Gallery
Arto Funduklian was the son of an Armenian émigré and spent his later years in Buxton. In Twenties' Paris he began collecting contemporary artworks, mostly prints by emerging artists like Chagall and Chahine, and continued until his death in 1980. This exhibition shows some of the highlights of the collection.
Buxton Museum and Art Gallery (07): 11 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 12 Jul 10:30am to 5pm, 14-17 Jul 9:30am to 5:30pm, 18 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 19 Jul 10:30am to 5pm, 21-24 Jul 9:30am to 5:30pm, 25 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 26 Jul 10:30am to 5pm Free Review
BUXTON ART TRAIL 2015 - Buxton Art Trail
Bringing a buzz to Buxton! A trail of discovery leading to eye-opening experiences of contemporary and traditional arts and crafts. Works by amateur and professional artists at venues all around the town.
See the BAT brochure and map.
Around the Town (47): 24 Jul 2pm to 8pm, 25-26 Jul 11am to 5pm Free Review
THE DERBYSHIRE OPEN 2015 - Buxton Museum & Art Gallery
This exhibition is an annual Buxton highlight. Works on a Derbyshire theme by professional and amateur artists of all ages have been selected for display by a panel of independent judges. The overall winning artwork amongst the fabulous variety of pieces is usually acquired for the museum collections.
Buxton Museum and Art Gallery (07): 8-10 Jul 9:30am to 5:30pm, 11 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 12 Jul 10:30am to 5pm, 14-17 Jul 9:30am to 5:30pm, 18 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 19 Jul 10:30am to 5pm, 21-24 Jul 9:30am to 5:30pm, 25 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 26 Jul 10:30am to 5pm Free Review
DERBYSHIRE STONE - High Peak Artists
So what exactly is Derbyshire Stone? Limestone, gritstone, stepping stones, standing stones, gargoyles, gravestones, Blue John, buildings, millstones, marble, caves, caverns, walls and walkways... It's all around us. It's part of who we are. 40 artists and makers exhibit work on the theme in this eclectic exhibition.
Pavilion Gardens - The Art Cafe (33f): 8-26 Jul 9:30am to 4:30pm Free Review
Further information: 07849 673 058 and @HighPeakArtists
DR SKETCHY SHEFFIELD AT THE BUXTON FESTIVAL FRINGE - Dr Sketchy Sheffield
The return of Dr Sketchy Sheffield - where life drawing meets burlesque and cabaret for an art session with a twist! http://drsketchysheffield.wordpress.com/
Old Clubhouse (21): 19 Jul 6pm to 9:30pm £10, Adult themes, some semi-nudity (model/performance) Review
Bookings via VelvetBurlesque@aol.com
FRAGILE DREAMS IN SOLID STONE - The Green Man Gallery
Paintings, drawings, photography, print-making and mixed media by the artist members of The Green Man Gallery, inspired by the history of their current premises, Hardwick Hall. Since 1896, the building has served as a hotel, an army hospital, a snooker hall, a college and the home of Buxton's British Legion.
Green Man Gallery (86): 8 Jul 10:30am to 9pm, 9-23 Jul 10:30am to 5:30pm, 24 Jul 10:30am to 8pm, 25-26 Jul 10:30am to 5:30pm Free Review
Further information: 01298 937 375
THE GREAT DOME ART FAIR - Peak District Artisans
This prestigious annual award-winning event gathers over 60 members under one roof in a visually-stunning show of outstanding quality and variety. A programme of free talks and demonstrations runs through the weekend. Live music, cafe, Artists' Originals Raffle, Silent Art Auction in aid of charity. Preview night Friday July 17th.
University of Derby Buxton - Dome (04c): 18-19 Jul 10am to 4:30pm Free Review
GRINLOW ART AND STORYTELLING TRAIL 2015 - Grinlow Makers and Creators
Following last year's award-winning trail, enjoy another magical woodland weekend discovering art installations, taking part in workshops and listening to stories from some inspiring storytellers, among them our local well-loved Creeping Toad! Watch out for details of a special surprise event in the Cavern car park...
Grinlow Woods - at Poole's Cavern (94): 18 Jul 10am to 6pm, 19 Jul 10am to 4pm Free Review
THE HIGH LINES - Brian Adams
It can be argued that we treat land as a utility to provide food, minerals and leisure, yet it still retains the sense of being 'natural'. With his photographs of the Monsal and High Peak Trails, Brian aims to make us more aware of our ambiguous relationship with the land.
Buxton Museum and Art Gallery (07): 8-10 Jul 9:30am to 5:30pm, 11 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 12 Jul 10:30am to 5pm, 14-17 Jul 9:30am to 5:30pm, 18 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 19 Jul 10:30am to 5pm, 21-24 Jul 9:30am to 5:30pm, 25 Jul 9:30am to 5pm, 26 Jul 10:30am to 5pm Free Review
MAKING YOUR GARDEN GROW CELEBRATION/EXHIBITION - High Peak Community Arts
Project eARTh's installation of ceramic flowers, Making Your Garden Grow, in the Pavilion Gardens Conservatory. Created by Project eARTh participants, and children from Artbox ArtClub and Buxton Infants School, working with artist Caroline Chouler-Tissier. There will be a celebration/unveiling event on July 9th, followed by exhibition during the Fringe.
Pavilion Gardens - Conservatory (33j): 9 Jul 11am to 12:30pm, 10-26 Jul 9:30am to 5pm Free Review
Further information: alison@highpeakarts.org or 01663 744 516
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Other Events
CHELMORTON FESTIVAL - Chelmorton Village Festival
Chelmorton Festival July 13th-19th.
A week of events including:
a crime writers' panel featuring local authors including Steven Dunne;
a series of exhibitions of art, craft and local history;
a village day, walks, quizzes and so much more.
For the full programme see www.chelmortonvillage.org.uk or follow us @chellyfest
Chelmorton Institute, Chelmorton SK17 9SH (80): 13 Jul 10:30am to 5pm, 14 Jul 10:30am to 6:30pm, 15 Jul 10:30am to 9pm, 16-17 Jul 10:30am to 5pm, 18 Jul 10:30am to 11:30pm, 19 Jul 6:30pm to 8pm n/a Review
Bookings via Prices vary, see www.chelmortonvillage.org.uk
AN EVENING OF CLOSE UP AND STAGE MAGIC - High Peak Magic Society
Your table will be the stage for the amazing, family-friendly, close up magic of the High Peak Magic Society members. Cards, coins, rings, ropes all feature in the magic, and hold on to your watches as these guys move from table to table performing mystifying sleight of hand miracles.
The Palace Hotel - Chatsworth Room (32d): 22-23 Jul 7:30pm to 10:30pm £12.50, Ages 7+ Review
Bookings via Opera House
Direct Opera House Online Booking
FRINGE 2015 AWARDS - Buxton Festival Fringe
Join us at The Old Clubhouse - yards from the Fringe Desk - at the event which does its best to recognise and celebrate the most creative and enjoyable shows on the Fringe. Mingle and drink with performers from 1.30pm and settle down for the tension and joy at 2pm!
Old Clubhouse (21): 26 Jul 1:30pm to 3pm Free, Open to entrants, Fringe Friends and by invitation
FRINGE LAUNCH PARTY - Underground Venues
Join us for a very special celebration on the eve of the 2015 Fringe: the tenth Fringe Launch Party at Underground Venues! Catch preview performances from across the Fringe, mingle with the stars and help us toast the last ten years, in the biggest and best launch yet.
Underground Venues (10): 7 Jul 8pm to midnight - Free
Further information: undergroundvenues.co.uk. Bookings (noon-3pm) & info: 02081 440 070. Other prices/discounts available.
THE SPRINGS STORY SHOP AND BOOK SWAP - The Springs
Situated in the heart of the shopping centre. Exchange one of your old books for any of those donated to the exchange. Bring along any books you have finished with and pick up another, plus why not stop and read them inside the exchange and discuss books with other visitors?
The Springs Shopping Centre (38b): 11-18 Jul 9:30am to 5pm Free Review
VINTAGE CAFE,SWAP FILMS, PHOTOS & MEMORIES FOR CAKE - Past Lives Project
Bring your cine films, photos, memories of everyday life in Buxton to our Reminiscence Vintage Cafe. Let us digitise your films for free, to make a movie of Buxton. Keep your originals, gain free digital copy for footage used.
Join us for tea, coffee, cake and reminisce about your Buxton.
United Reformed Church - Green Room: Hall (55b): 14 Jul 1pm to 3:30pm Free Review
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