Summer 2014

Welcome to Burnley Arts Centre! Burnley Arts Centre is located just outside of Burnley town centre and is a unique venue which includes two fantastic buildings; Burnley Youth Theatre and The Moira Preston Building. The venue houses a 158 seat state of the art theatre, 3 studio spaces, 2 outdoor performance spaces, a warm and welcoming foyer and has free parking on site.

What’s OnThere’s plenty going on at Burnley Arts Centre and we hope that everyone finds something that will make you want to visit us!

Burnley Arts Centre has a programme of high quality visiting professional theatre ‘On Tour’ which attracts well renowned theatre companies such as Little Angel, The Unicorn and The Royal Exchange and is aimed at children, young people and family audiences. Burnley Youth Theatre is based here and has a rich programme of activity for children and young people ages 0-25 (see reverse of brochure for more details.) We host an Alternative Workshops programme for children, young people and adults including sessions in dance, music, art and crafts. An Artisan Market will be held here once a month and will include arts, craft and food stalls and has free entry and free parking.

Facilities • Free parking including disabled parking• Full access around the venue for wheel chair users• Accessible toilet and baby changing facilities • Refreshments and warm drinks available

BURNLEY ARTS CENTRE

Contact UsTo book tickets or for more information:

01282 458655 info@burnleyartscentre.org www.burnleyartscentre.org

Burnley Arts Centre, Queens Park Road, Burnley, BB10 3LB

NOT NOW, BERNARDA Unicorn production

Tuesday 8th April 201411am & 2:30pm

Bernard’s got a problem. He’s found a monster in the back garden but his mum and dad are just too busy to notice. So Bernard tries to befriend the monster… and that doesn’t go quite to plan. Loved by children and adults for over 30 years, this iconic picture book is vividly brought to life.

“In the theatre, this turns into a brilliant bit of business...when we see the full monster costume the kids squeal with delight” - The Guardian

Suitable for ages 2+ and family audiences.

Adults £6Child/Concession £4BYT Members £2.50Family Ticket £18

01282 458655

www.burnleyartscentre.org

Visit us Mon-Thurs 10am - 6pm, Sat 10:30am - 2:30pm

1001 NIGHTSA Transport/Unicorn production

Saturday 31st May 20142:30pm

1001 Nights collects together some of the greatest folk tales ever told. Here they are re-imagined by Shahrazad – a lively young girl who, torn between her old home in the East and her new life in Britain, re-tells the extraordi-nary stories of her childhood to transport us to a fantastical and imagined world of kings, vizers and jinns.

“An utter delight.” ★ ★ ★ ★ - The Telegraph

Suitable for ages 6+ and family audiences.

Adults £6Child/Concession £4BYT Members £2.50Family Ticket £18

01282 458655

www.burnleyartscentre.org

Visit us Mon-Thurs 10am - 6pm, Sat 10:30am - 2:30pm

THREE COLOURSby Norwich Puppet Theatre

Saturday 14th June 201411am and 2:30pm

Bask in a world of colour in this interactive performance which explores vibrant sensory worlds. With the use of projection, light, puppets, music and dance, this immersive performance promises to delight and tickle the imagination of the young.

“... sensational in every sense of the word... a creative and dynamic experience that is sure to inspire any young mind” - curiousmum.co.uk

Suitable for ages 2 – 4 and family audiences.

Adults £6Child/Concession £4BYT Members £2.50Family Ticket £18

01282 458655

www.burnleyartscentre.org

Visit us Mon-Thurs 10am - 6pm, Sat 10:30am - 2:30pm

HANSEL & GRETELby Byteback Theatre

Schools: Thursday 19th June 2014 at 10am & 1pm

Public: Saturday 21st June 2014 at 1pm

Once upon a time there were three hungry travellers with a story to tell… Listen to the tale of little Hansel and clever Gretel as they wander the woods and meet a very sweet witch with a very sour secret. This dynamic family show has been devised by our resident theatre company, Byteback, who have produced pieces for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and create bespoke children’s theatre in partnership with local schools.

Suitable for ages 4 - 11 and school and family audiences.

Adults £6Child/Concession £4BYT Members £2.50Family Ticket £18Discounts available for school and community groups

01282 458655

www.burnleyartscentre.org

Visit us Mon-Thurs 10am - 6pm, Sat 10:30am - 2:30pm

Song Writingfor ages 11+

A song writing workshop led by musician Chris Walton. Equipment will be provided but feel free to bring your own instruments.Wednesday 7:30pm - 9:30pm (from Wed 30th April for 10 sessions)

Cost £3 per session

LYVE Singing Workshopfor school years 7-11 and ages 16-25

From the classics to hip hop, RnB groove to Asian melodies, experimental to folk. YOU decide what we sing. Be part of a programme to develop the new Lancashire Youth Vocal Ensemble, where every voice matters.Thursday 6pm - 8pm (from Thursday 1st May for 6 sessions)

Cost £2 per session

Arts AwardThis session, delivered by the music service and Burnley Youth Theatre, offers children and young people an inspiring arts journey whilst gaining a national qualification. Through completing an arts award, you will develop creativity, leadership and communication skills.Junior Session (Ages 7 - 11) Thursday 4pm - 5pm

Senior Session (Ages 11 - 25) Thursday 5pm - 6pm

Cost £3 per session (from Thurs 1st May for 10 sessions)

ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

Adult ConnectA drama session for people aged 18+ with disabilities and learning difficulties. The group will create exciting work combining movement, drama, voice, music and lighting.Wednesday 1:30pm-3pm Cost £3 per session

Adult DanceAn energetic dance fitness class for adults led by choreographer Kat Osborn. Delve into styles such as Zumba, Salsa, Street Dance & Musical Theatre in this high energy fitness class.Thursday 12pm-1pm Cost £4 per session

Sketchbooks & Journal Making WorkshopSpend the day with artist Priscilla Jones learning how to create scrap-books and journals out for your old fabrics, scrap paper/card and haberdashery.Saturday 10th May 10am – 2:30pm Cost £38 for the day

Artisan Market Every second Sunday of each month from 10am - 4pm, Burnley Arts Centre will host an Artisan market with arts, crafts and food stalls. Shop for beautiful gifts, original art and local food produce. Free entry and parking.Sunday 13th April

Sunday 13th July

Sunday 11th May

Sunday 10th August

Sunday 8th June

ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS

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How To Find Us Get In Touch

01282 458655

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www.burnleyartscentre.org

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Burnley Arts CentreQueens Park RoadBurnleyLancashireBB10 3LB