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Vikings Live from the British MuseumEncore ScreeningTues 3rd June 7pm Adults £13 Concs £11

This special event offers an exclusive private view of the BP exhibition Vikings: life and legend in the company of world experts. Introduced by British Museum Director Neil MacGregor and presented by historian and broadcaster Michael Wood, the exhibition will be brought to life by curators.

The exhibition is the first on the Viking world at the British Museum for over 30 years.

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From Tuesday 1st April 2014 Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre will not be able to take reservations for tickets. Any reservations that have not been confirmed and paid for by 9.30am on this date will be released back for sale. From this date all tickets must be purchased in full at point of sale, whether this is in person or on the telephone.

This is always an exciting time of year for our film programme as it is “Awards Season”. British Academy Film and Television Award nominations have just been released and 12 Years a Slave and American Hustle both have ten nominations. These two outstanding films launch our March season.

Inside Llewyn Davis, also showing in March, is nominated for Best Original Screenplay and both Blue is the Warmest Colour, winner of the Cannes Palm d’or, and Metro Manila are in the running for best Foreign Film.

Our Live Screening programme continues its partnership with the National Theatre; tickets for War Horse are selling very quickly. Don’t miss the chance to see this extraordinary show. We are also proud to announce that in May and June we will show the smash hit The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, this is sure to sell out.

Our theatre programme is fit to bursting this season, Ben Hart brings magic to Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre, Les Enfants Terribles in association with Pins and Needles Productions share Ernest and the Pale Moon and don’t miss Norwich Puppet Theatre’s Frog and Princess.

Booking Opens Tuesday 11th February 2014Tickets can be booked in person or by telephone on: 0300 300 8125emailed requests can be made at: [email protected] Ofce Opening times:Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 9:30am – 12:30pm, 1pm – 3pm and from 45 minutes before performances.

The Theatre is accessible to disabled and wheelchair patrons – please ask the Box Office for further details of all facilities.

Movies for the More Mature

Our regular afternoon film club supported by Leighton Linslade Town Council. MMM is open, via free membership, to all residents of Leighton Linslade aged 55 or above. Membership

includes a discounted ticket and refreshments.

Screenings are also open to non-members at standard ticket rates.

Refunds We are unable to issue a refund once your booking has been processed.

Car Parking Is free after 6pm alongside the Theatre.

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WORLD CINEMABRITISH FILM MOVIES FOR THE MORE MATURE

AMERICAN AND BRITISH FILM

Based on an incredible true story of one man’s fight for survival and freedom. In pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor), a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Facing cruelty, as well as kindness, Solomon struggles not only to stay alive, but to retain his dignity. In the twelfth year of his entrapment, Solomon’s chance meeting with a Canadian abolitionist will forever alter his life.

12 Years a Slave USA/UK 133 minsDirector: Steve McQueenCast: Chiwetel Ejofor, Michael K. Williams, Michael Fassbender, Benedict Cumberbatch, Brad Pitt

Tues 4th, Fri 7th & Sat 8th March 8pm, Weds 5th March 2pm

In this fictionalised version of a 1970s federal investigation into political corruption, Cooper, a maverick FBI agent, uses con man Bale and his partner, Adams, to infiltrate the world of New Jersey mafia and political powerbrokers. In his follow-up to Silver Linings Playbook, director David O. Russell again explores characters whose inner and outer worlds are both in turmoil.

Philomena is a British drama, directed by Stephen Frears and starring the ever popular Judi Dench as Philomena. Based on the book ‘The Lost Child of Philomena Lee’, it tells the story of a world weary political journalist who picks up the story of a woman’s search for her son, who was taken away from her decades ago after she became pregnant and was forced to live in aconvent.

PhilomenaUK 94 minsDirector: Stephan FrearsCast: Steve Coogan, Judi Dench, Charlie Murphy, Simone Lahbib

Wed 26th March 2pm

This smash hit Broadway show brought to the big screen is the dark, hilarious and deeply touching story of the strong-willed women of the Weston family. Their lives have diverged until a family crisis brings them back to the Midwest house they grew up in, and to the dysfunctional woman who raised them.

Acclaimed French filmmaker Abdellatif Kechiche’s latest film, based on Julie Maroh’s graphic novel, was the sensation of this year’s Cannes Film Festival and was awarded the Palme d’or. Adele’s life is changed when she meets Emma,a young woman with blue hair, who will allow her to discover desire, and to assert herself as a woman and an adult. This powerful film tells an intense and complicated love story that spans a decade.

August: Osage County USA 121 minsDirector: John WellsWriter: Tracy Letts (screenplay)Cast: Meryl Streep, Dermot Mulroney, Julia Roberts

Weds 19th March 2pm & 8pm

Blue is the Warmest Colour French with English Subtitles France 179 minsDirector: Abdellatif KechicheCast: Léa Seydoux, Adèle Exarcho-poulos, Salim Kechiouche

Tues 18th March 8pm

Prices: Evening – £6.70 (Concs. £5.45) Row A £4.30 Matinee – £5.45 (Concs. £4.20) Row A £4.00 MMM (Matinees only) – Members – £2.60

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American Hustle USA 138 minsDirector: David O. RussellCast: Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper Fri 21st & Tues 25th March 8pm

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The Lego Movie Australia/USA 100 minsDirectors: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller Voiced by: Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett, Morgan Freeman

Tues 15th April 2pm

With life in the rice fields looking particularly grim, Oscar Ramirez decides to raise his children in Manila. Oscar lands a job with an armoured truck company, but a high mortality rate among his co-workers and some shady business dealings at work soon lead Oscar to wonder if his family would have been better off in the country.

Metro Manila Filipino with English SubtitlesUK/Phillipines 115minsDirector: Sean EllisCast: Jake Macapagal, Althea Vega, John Arcilla

Tues 1st April 8pm

The Book Thief USA/Germany 131minsDirector: Brian PercivalWriters: Markus Zusak (novel), Michael Petroni (adaptation)Cast: Sophie Nélisse, Geoffrey Rush, Emily Watson

Thurs 3rd & Fri 4th April 8pm

Based on the beloved international bestselling book, The Book Thief tells the story of an extraordinary young girl sent to live with a foster family in WWII Germany. Intrigued by the only book she brought with her, she begins collecting books. With the help of her new parents and a secret guest under the stairs, she learns to read, creating a magical world that inspires them all.

Following a week in the life of a young folk singer as he navigates the vibrant New York folk scene of 1961, this film won the Grand Prix at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival. Guitar in tow, Llewyn Davis is struggling to make it as a musician against seemingly insurmountable obstacles; some of them of his own making.

Inside Llewyn Davis USA 105 minsDirectors: Ethan Coen, Joel CoenCast: Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, John Goodman

Weds 26th March 8pm

Dallas Buyers Club USA 117minsDirector: Jean-Marc ValléeCast: Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner, Jared Leto

Fri 28th & Sat 29th March 8pm

Matthew McConaughey stars as real-life Texas cowboy Ron Woodroof, whose life was overturned in 1985 when he was diagnosed as HIV-positive and given 30 days to live. Ron, ostracized by many of his old friends, and bereft of government-approved effective medicines, decided to take matters in his own hands, tracking down alternative treatments and going on to establish a hugely successful buyers’ club. His struggle for dignity and acceptance is a unique story of the transformative power of resilience.

An ordinary LEGO® minifigure, mistakenly thought to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil LEGO® tyrant from gluing the universe together. A great family film, or for anyone that has ever played with and loved the iconic toy LEGO®.

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Films 5The Invisible Woman is based on the 1990 Claire Tomalin biography detailing the long-term affair between Dickens and Nelly Ternan. Dickens met Nelly in 1857, when he was 45 and world famous and she was 18. As Nelly becomes the focus of Dickens’ passion and his muse, for both of them secrecy is the price, and for Nelly a life of invisibility.

The Invisible Woman UK 111 minsDirector: Ralph FiennesWriters: Abi Morgan (screenplay), Claire Tomalin (book). Cast: Ralph Fiennes, Felicity Jones, Kristin Scott ThomasTues 15th & Weds 16th 8pm & Weds 23rd April 2pm

Winner of the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival, Child’s Pose is a contemporary drama focusing on the relationship between a mother and her 32-year-old son. After the accidental killing of a boy in a car crash, the mother tries to prevent her son being charged for the death, as she refuses to accept that her son is a grown-up man.

Following the adventures of Gustave H, a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars, and Zero Moustafa, the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend. The story involves the theft and recovery of a priceless Renaissance painting and the battle for an enormous family fortune.

The Grand Budapest HotelUSA Running Time TBCDirector: Wes AndersonCast: Saoirse Ronan, Ralph Fiennes, Léa Seydoux

Weds 23rd & Weds 30th April 8pm

Based on the true story of the greatest treasure hunt in history! This improbable World War II platoon consisting of seven museum directors, curators, and art historians is tasked with going into Germany to rescue masterpieces from Nazi thieves. More familiar with Michelangelo than with military manoeuvres and with the German army under orders to destroy everything as the Reich fall, how can they possibly hope to succeed?

Using his most ingenious invention, the WABAC machine, Mr. Peabody and his adopted boy Sherman hurtle back in time to experience world-changing events first-hand and interact with some of the greatest characters of all time. They find themselves in a race to repair history and save the future. Brought to you by Dreamworks, the creators of Shrek and Turbo.

The Monuments Men USA 118 minsDirector: George ClooneyCast: George Clooney, Cate Blanchett, Matt Damon, John Goodman, Hugh BonnevilleThurs 17th & Sat 19th April 8pm

Mr Peabody and Sherman USA Running Time TBCDirector: Rob Minkoff Cast/Voices Ty Burrell, Max Charles, Stephen Colbert

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Child’s PoseRomanian with English Subtitles Romania 112 minsDirector: Calin Peter NetzerCast: Luminita Gheorghiu, Bogdan Dumitrache, Natasa Raab

Tues 22nd April 8pm

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Henry IV Part I Royal Shakespeare Company

With his crown under threat from enemies both foreign and domestic, Henry IV prepares for war. Having deposed the previous king, he is only too aware of the tenuousness of his position, and of the price to be paid if he falters. As his father prepares to defend his crown, Prince Hal is languishing in the taverns and brothels of London, revelling in the company of his friend, the notorious Sir John Falstaff. With the onset of the war, Hal and Falstaff are thrust into the brutal reality of the battlefield, where Hal must confront his responsibilities to family and throne.

Encore Screening Weds 21st May 7pm (recorded on 14th May 2014)Adults £15 Concs £13

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National Theatre Live: King LearAcademy Award® winner Sam Mendes (James Bond: Skyfall, American Beauty) returns to the National Theatre to direct Simon Russell Beale (Timon of Athens, Collaborators) in the title role of Shakespeare’s tragedy. An aged king decides to divide his kingdom between his three daughters, according to which of them is most eloquent in praising him. His favourite, Cordelia, says nothing. Lear’s world descends into chaos.

Live screening Thurs 1st May 7pm, Encore screening Thurs 8th May 7pmAdults £15 Concs £13

Marco Spada – Bolshoi Ballet The bandit Marco Spada plunders the surrounding region right under the nose of the Governor. Unaware of her father’s double life, Angela is preoccupied by her love life. She longs for Prince Frederici and is shattered when she discovers he is already engaged. Rarely presented, Marco Spada is a grandiose production featuring complex choreography, the participation of nearly all the Corps de Ballet and even the presence of animals on stage. With its scenes of pantomime, devilish intrigue, kidnapped heroines, rebellion and lovers’ misunderstandings, this is a fresh and joyful ballet not to be missed.

Encore Screening Weds 2nd April 7pm Adults £15 Concs £13

National Theatre Live: National Theatre’s War Horse Michael Morpurgo’s novel and adapted for the stage by Nick Stafford, War Horse takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from the fields of rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France. Filled with stirring music and songs, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama is a show of phenomenal inventiveness. At its heart are astonishing life-size puppets by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.

Live Screening Thurs 27th Feb 7pm Encore Screenings Thurs 6th Mar 7pm, Sat 8th Mar 2pm, Thurs 20th Mar 7pm, Sat 29th Mar 2pmAdults £15 Concs £13

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Henry IV Part IIRoyal Shakespeare Company

King Henry’s health is failing. Intent on securing his legacy, he is uncertain that Hal is a worthy heir, believing him to be more concerned with earthly pleasures than with the responsibility of rule. Meanwhile, Falstaff is sent to the countryside to recruit fresh troops. Among the unwitting locals, opportunities for embezzlement and profiteering prove impossible to resist as Falstaff gleefully indulges in lining his own pockets. Hal must choose between duty and loyalty.

Live Screening Weds 18th June 7pmAdults £15 Concs £13

ENO Screen and AltiveMedia present

Benvenuto Cellini Terry Gilliam’s Re-Imagination of Berlioz’s Benvenuto Cellini

With its stunning visual and musical set pieces, Berlioz’s first completed opera is based on the autobiography of celebrated 16th-century goldsmith and sculptor Benvenuto Cellini. Two entwined plots – Cellini’s love for Teresa and his triumphant fulfilment of a commission to cast a bronze statue of Perseus – provide the framework for some of Berlioz’s most vibrant, swashbuckling and tender music.

Tuesday 17th June 7pm Adults £15 Concs £13

ENO Screen and AltiveMedia present Benjamin Britten’s

Peter Grimes Opera

Featuring some of the most powerful and evocative music ever written, Peter Grimes paints a vivid picture of a small community’s descent into suspicion, gossip and mob mentality. What really happened to Peter Grimes’ missing apprentice, and was he involved?

Weds 16th Jul 7pm Adults £15 Concs £13

Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-TimeThe National Theatre production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, winner of 7 Olivier Awards in 2013 returns to cinemas.

Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog Wellington, he records each fact about the event in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of the murder. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world.

Encore Screenings Sat 24th May & Thurs 5th June 7pm Adults £15 Concs £13

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Day Date Category Event Time

Sat 1 Comedy Barnstormers 8pm

Tues 4 Film 12 Years a Slave 8pm

Weds 5 Film 12 Years a Slave 2pm

Weds 5 Music James Gof 7.30pm

Thurs 6 Live Screening National Theatre’s War Horse 7pm

Fri 7 Film 12 Years A Slave 8pm

Sat 8 Live Screening National Theatre’s War Horse 2pm

Sat 8 Film 12 Years A Slave 8pm

Fri 14 Theatre Space Idol – Take Me to the Stars 7pm

Sat 15 Theatre Space Idol – Take Me to the Stars 2pm & 7pm

Tues 18 Film Blue is the Warmest Colour 8pm

Weds 19 Film August: Osage County 2pm & 8pm

Thurs 20 Live Screening National Theatre’s War Horse 7pm

Fri 21 Film American Hustle 8pm

Sat 22 Music Martyn Jackson (Violin) Alison Rhind (Piano) 8pm

Mon 24 Live Screening Elton John: The Million Dollar Piano 7pm

Tues 25 Film American Hustle 8pm

Weds 26 Film Philomena 2pm

Weds 26 Film Inside Llewyn Davies 8pm

Thurs 27 Live Screening Elton John: The Million Dollar Piano 7pm

Fri 28 Film Dallas Buyers Club 8pm

Sat 29 Live Screening National Theatre’s War Horse 2pm

Sat 29 Film Dallas Buyers Club 8pm


Tues 1 Film Metro Manila 8pm

Weds 2 Live Screening Marco Spada – Bolshoi Ballet 7pm

Thurs 3 Film The Book Thief 8pm

Fri 4 Film The Book Thief 8pm


Thurs 10 Theatre Rough Justice 7pm

Fri 11 Theatre Rough Justice 7pm


April

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Thurs 1 Live Screening National Theatre’s King Lear 7pm


Thurs 8 Live Screening National Theatre’s King Lear 7pm

Sat 10 Music Heath Band 7pm

Tues 13 Theatre Ernest and The Pale Moon 7.30pm

Thurs 15 Theatre Alice The Musical 7pm

Fri 16 Theatre Alice The Musical 2pm

Sat 17 Theatre Alice The Musical 7pm

Tues 20 Theatre Ben Hart – The Outsider 7.30pm

Weds 21 Live Screening Henry IV part 1 7pm

Thurs 22 Music Musical Memories 7.30pm

Sat 24 Live Screening Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time 7pm

Thurs 29 Theatre The Frog & The Princess 2pm

Sat 31 Theatre Wrestleforce 7pm


Sat 12 Theatre Rough Justice 8pm

Tues 15 Film The Lego Movie 2pm

Tues 15 Film The Invisible Woman 8pm

Weds 16 Film The Invisible Woman 8pm

Thurs 17 Film Mr Peabody and Sherman 2pm

Thurs 17 Film Monuments Men 8pm

Sat 19 Film Monuments Men 8pm

Tues 22 Film Child’s Pose 8pm

Weds 23 Film The Invisible Woman 2pm

Weds 23 Film The Grand Budapest Hotel 8pm

Thurs 24 Theatre Our Friends, The Enemy 8pm

Fri 25 Theatre Alan Williams Acoustically Yours 8pm

Sat 26 Music The Sterling Trio 8pm

Mon 28 Theatre We Will Be Free 7.30pm

Tues 29 Theatre Traitors, Conspirators and Secrets 7.30pm

Weds 30 Film The Grand Budapest Hotel 8pm

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Cellini Tues 17th June 7pm Live Screening • Henry V1 Part 2 Weds 18th June 7pm Live ScreeningPeter Grimes Opera Weds 16th July 7pm Live Screening • Vikings Live Tues 3rd June 7pm

Coming up in June & July

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We are pleased to announce that the latest show ‘We Will be Free’ will finish its current tour at Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre in April.

WE WILL BE FREE!Is the true story of George and Betsy Loveless and the Dorset farm labourers that

were convicted and transported by an oppressive Government for swearing a secret oath and forming a Trade Union in 1834 to fight against a

succession of wage cuts inflicted by the local landowner.

This inspirational story of their determination, solidarity and courage is told using entertaining theatrical style, political

cartoon, puppetry, and the musical arrangements of revered folk singer and squeezebox player John Kirkpatrick. The performers are Neil Gore and Elizabeth Eves, best actress nominee Edinburgh Fringe/The Stage Awards 2013.

Mon 28th April 7.30pm Adults £12.50, Concessions £11Students and Unwaged £5 on the door

Following this show Townsend productions will be taking up residency at the theatre as they prepare for their new

show. We will be updating you with details and exciting developments on the website and through Facebook and

Twitter.

Don’t forget to sign up to www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/theatrenews to get the latest

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2014 sees Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre working with Townsend Productions.This locally based and nationally acclaimed professional theatre company wowed the Edinburgh Festival in 2012 with The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists which then went on to tour the country.

Excellent reviews followed this tour“...tremendous...delivered with brio, humour and some great songs.”Libby Purves, The Times.

“10/10 Sensational...the achievement of this production is nothing short of breathtaking.”Liverpool Echo.

“A strong and robust show that brings the characters, humour and inspirational ideas of this great book to life. It is needed now more than ever. You’ll leave the theatre and join the struggle!” Ken Loach, Film Director.

‘How to turn some 600 pages of print into a fast paced piece of theatre? Answer; take two highly talented actors and stand well back.’ Edinburgh Guide

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Barnstormers ComedyAs we laugh our way through the ups and downs that 2014 will bring, Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre is proud to continue their long standing partnership with Barnstormers comedy. As one of the leading promoters of stand-up comedy with 15 comedy clubs in theatres and arts centres across the country this monthly event is not to be missed. Now on a Saturday night, the compere introduces a trio of acts from the London circuit, usually comedy store regulars who have included Sarah Millican, Lee Nelson, Jo Caulfield and Boothby Graffoe.

Sat 1st March 8pm Sat 5th April 8pm Sat 3rd May 8pm Tickets £10 in advance £12 on the door

Groups of 6+ will receive a 10% discount.

Over 18’s only unless accompanied by a responsible adult.

Space Idol – Take me to the StarsThis family comedy tells the story of what happens when spacemen come to earth in search of the perfect singer and why international politicians will stop at nothing to gain the upper hand. Add to that a dodgy agent, the prediction of the end of the world and a global talent show to find out who has that Intergalactic X Factor, and it will be a great evening of music and fun.

Fri 14th March 7pm Sat 15th March 2.00pm & 7.00pmAdults £8.50 Concs £6.50 Matinee Concs £5

Rough Justice Leighton Buzzard Drama Group

By Terence Frisby, directed by Jo Taylor

James Highwood is the charismatic host of a TV show which sets out to expose alleged miscarriages of justice in the judicial system. Now he himself is on trial for murder. Embarking on his own controversial defence case, Highwood clashes with both the Judge and the tough female prosecutor.

Thurs 10th, Fri 11th & Sat 12th April 7.30pm Adults £10, Concs £9 – Thurs get 4 tickets for the price of 3

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Traitors, Conspirators and SecretsFeaturing bestselling historical crime authorsRory Clements – John Shakespeare series, William Ryan – Alexei Korolev series and Aly Moore –Peter Cotton series Tudor England, Moscow 1937, New York 1947 – three very different historical settings but with common themes of intelligence, conspiracy, manipulation and power. Heresy, state over family, truth drugs; these three award winning novelists invite you to join in their discussion of what they have learnt investigating the ways and byways of survival in unforgiving, dangerous times.There will be an opportunity to purchase the authors’ books on the night.

Tues 29th April 7.30pm Tickets £2.00

Alice the Musical Meet the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, the Queen of Hearts and many more in this fun filled adaption of the famous Lewis Carroll tale of Alice and her adventures with story, song and dance. The Mini Theatre version is a one act performance lasting approximately one hour performed by children age 4-10. The Children’s Theatre aged 9-13 will perform a two act production, both are fully costumed and choreographed, performed by local youngsters and suitable for all the family.

Performed by: Leighton Buzzard Mini Theatre on Fri16th May 7pm, Sat17th May 2pm andLeighton Buzzard Children’s Theatre on Thurs 15th May, Sat 17th May 7pm

Adults £6 Children £4

Ernest and The Pale Moon Award-winning Theatre Company, Les Enfants Terribles, tour their new show, developed in association with Pins and Needles Productions.

Inspired by the works of Poe and Hitchcock, ‘Ernest’ is a spine-chilling tale of obsession and murder from the team behind the multi award winning show ‘The Trench.’ Ernest spends his days watching the beautiful young woman who lives in the apartment opposite. Upon seeing her with another man he is thrown into a jealous rage and driven to murder; though all is not what it may at first seem and slowly Ernest’s guilt sends him on a spiralling descent into madness. “A gloriously gothic production about obsession” The Telegraph

Tues 13th May 7.30pmAdults £12, Concs £10

David Adkin Ltd in association with Theatre Bench and Robin Rayner

Our Friends, The EnemySupported using public funding by Arts Council England The Western Front, Christmas 1914: lights appear from the German trenches and soldiers meet between the firing lines. The events which follow are the most astounding stories of the Great War told through the eyes of one soldier. Private James Boyce takes us on a magical, haunting journey through the events surrounding the Christmas truce.

**** “Unlike anything which you may have heard before” – Broadway Baby

**** “A haunting and powerful work” – The Scottish Daily Mail

Thurs 24th April 8pm Adults £10 Concs £8


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Ben Hart – The Outsider Directed by Anthony Owen (Derren Brown/The Real Hustle)

Having spent his life using magic to solve impossible problems, award-winning magician Ben Hart turns his attention to himself. Be amazed by his magic, impressed by his skill and moved by how the owner of such a brilliant mind can still be so in need of a cup of tea and a cuddle... Suitable for ages 12+.

“The show’s success rests on the twin assets of technical prowess and charisma...his sleight of hand is extraordinary” Time Out

Tues 20th May 7.30pmTickets £10

Wrestleforce presents Ultimate Fury Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre welcomes Wrestleforce for their highly anticipated return after an incredible debut last year.

With The Cult having waged war against the WF stars, WrestleForce’s survival itself has been under threat. When the Cult, with their plan to destroy WrestleForce from within, clash with The WF stars, determined and ready to fight to save their company, there will surely be.... Ultimate Fury!!!

Sat 31st May 7pm Adults £12 Concs £10

The Frog & The Princess A poignant and humorous puppetry re-telling of the traditional Frog Prince tale by the Brothers Grimm.

This exquisitely manipulated and humorous puppetry performance explores the meeting of cultures and what happens when a Princess deems a Frog unworthy of being her friend. As the Frog and the Princess undergo an emotional journey from rejection to friendship they discover that deep down they are not so very different after all.

This co-production between Rene Baker and Norwich Puppet Theatre has been especially created for 4-8 year olds and their families. Supported by Arts Council England

Thurs 29th May 2pm Adults £7.50 Concs £6

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Martyn Jackson – violin & Alison Rhind - pianoFeaturing’ Corelli’s “la Folia”“One of the most exceptionally talented violinists I have ever encountered” Ida Haendel. Corelli “La Folia”Variations, Beethoven “Kreutzer” Sonata Op 47 Grieg Sonata in F, Wieniawski Faust Fantasy. Supported by the Countess of Munster Musical Trust.

Sat 22nd March 8pm Adults £13, Friends of LB Music £11.50, Students £5 Accompanied children 16 and under, FREE.

Promoted by Leighton Buzzard Music

Elton John: The Million Dollar Piano World-renowned singer, songwriter and performer Elton John performs his critically acclaimed The Million Dollar Piano concert from The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.

The Million Dollar Piano is currently being performed to standing ovations during Elton’s residency at Caesar’s Palace and includes all of Elton’s greatest hits from his career including ‘Rocket Man’, ‘Tiny Dancer’, ‘I’m Still Standing’, ‘Goodbye Yellow Brick Road’, ‘Crocodile Rock’ and ‘Your Song’.

At the centrepiece of the performance is the show’s namesake piano, featuring more than 68 LED video screens created by Yamaha. The state-of-the-art piano is the perfect accompaniment to Elton’s greatest hits displaying imagery to complement the entertainer’s fan favourites.

Mon 24th & Thurs 27th March 7pmAdults £15 Concs £13

James Gof Big Band Concert The Town Mayor will be hosting a charity James Goff Big Band Concert, playing the music of Glenn Miller among others. This year the Mayor is supporting Reclaim Life, Leighton Linslade Homeless Service, Mencap LB & District and Resolution.

Tickets are on sale through the Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre Box Office

For any further details please call Christine Barrow, Town Mayor Secretary on 01525 631921.

Wed 5th March 7.30pmAdults £11 Concs £10


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Heath Band – An evening of film music and swing The town’s award-winning brass band present a spectacular concert, including a mix of great film music, featuring the likes of John Williams and John Barry, and ‘swing’ music from the likes of Woody Herman, Benny Goodman and Robbie Williams. The band’s charismatic Musical Director, Kevin Nicholls, will ensure the evening is thoroughly entertaining for everyone.

Sat 10th May 8pmAdults £6.50, Concs £5.50

Musical Memories South Beds Concert Band presents an evening to evoke childhood memories with music enjoyed by children (and grown-ups too). Music will include: The Three Bears, The Wizard of Oz, Star Wars, Pirates of the Caribbean and a Children’s Overture.

Thurs 22nd May 7.30pmAdults £8 Concs £5

The Sterling Trio Sarah Atter flute, Thomas Verity clarinet, Lauren Hibberd piano

“impressed and delighted with their musicianship, adventurous programming and presentation” Leicester Mercury

Music by Quantz, Brahms (Waltzes) Fauré (Dolly Suite) Howard Blake, Malcolm Arnold (Suite Bourgeoise) etc. Supported by Making Music Concert Promoters’ Group.

Sat 26th April 8pm Adults £13, Friends of LB Music £11.50, Students £5Accompanied children 16 and under FREEPromoted by Leighton Buzzard Music

Alan Williams Acoustically Yours Alan Williams – Front man vocalist/guitarist of 70’s Glam Rock Icons The Rubettes leads you through his musical life before, during and after the success years. Having sold over 30 million records he has a wealth of material to call upon together with many an anecdote to impart.

The Rubettes first swept to International stardom with their classic No.1 hit ‘Sugar baby love’ establishing them as household names and with the hits that followed their place in Rock n’ Roll history was assured. Fri 25th April 8pm Tickets £12

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Robin Hood: by Wizard Theatre Evil Prince John and the Sheriff of Nottingham tax the people into desperate poverty, but one man decides to fight back…..Robin Hood! Wizard Theatre’s own troupe of irrepressibly merry men present the most enduring of English legends. Packed full of live music, wonderful characters and, most important of all, bundles of fun! Following the success of last year’s Wind in the Willows, Wizard Theatre returns with everyone’s favourite hero, Robin Hood, in association with international award-winning open air theatre company Illyria.

Sat 13th Dec 11am and 2.30pmAdults £7.50 Concs £6.00Suitable for aged 5+

Blues Mother Soul Sister Direct from sell outs at The London Hippodrome and Ronnie Scott’s and presented by Noted For Music, join Gill Manly as she performs her brand new soulful show. Revealing the incredible lives of R ‘n B High Priestess Etta James and jazz, soul diva Nina Simone, she dives right into the songbook revealing the sexiest, bluesiest, most intense collection of songs. Described by Time Out as “a singer not lacking in testosterone”, Gill has a voice able to move thousands.

Sat 15th November 7.30pm Adults £12.50 Concs £11

The Two Gentlemen of VeronaRoyal Shakespeare Company

Valentine and Proteus are best friends, until while travelling in Milan in search of adventure they both fall in love with the same girl, the Duke’s daughter, Silvia. However, Proteus is already sworn to his sweetheart, Julia, and the Duke thinks Valentine is not good enough. With friendship forgotten, the rivals’ affections quickly get out of hand as the four young lovers find themselves on a wild chase through the woods, confused by mistaken identity and threatened by fierce outlaws.

Live Screening Weds 3rd Sept 7pmAdults £15 Concs £13

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