Chequer Mead is proud to host, support and provide a variety of educational schemes for children and adults of the local area. These include drama summer schools, work experience and theatre tours. For more information, choose an item from the list on the left.
Whats On Theatre Guide
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An evening of blockbuster hits from the UK’s most authentic and charismatic Tribute Band …. Jason Orange says “Brilliant! - just like watching my old mates on stage, the attention to detail is amazing.
CMYT present a musical adaptation of Stella Gibbons' classic comedy of rural life. The recently orphaned Flora Poste decides to descend on her relatives, the Starkadders of Cold Comfort Farm, as dysfunctional a family as you're ever likely to encounter this side of the sukebind harvest, and ruled over by the fearsome figure of Great Aunt Ada Doom, who saw something nasty in the woodshed (or was it the cowshed...
Imberhorne School presents an exciting evening of dance by Imberhorne students - showing a variety of pieces from Key Stage 3 to 6th form.
Following previous popular sell-out concerts, Roger’s quartet return with singers Ruth Fahie and Gary Wright to present `The Great American Song Book’. This will include marvellous arrangements of the songs of Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers, George Gershwin, Jerome Kern and Irving Berlin. In aid of East Grinstead Town Museum...
A new thriller - tracking the relationships of two couples. Discussing their opinions and beliefs, they unveil secrets that threaten to either strengthen or shatter them.
Ariel Company Theatre returns with the next production in their highly acclaimed MUSICALITY saga. Life-haunting numbers from the musicals Spring Awakening and Sister Act. Indulge in the emotional roller coaster of Rent and heart stopping ballads from Moulin Rouge and many, more...
Sit back, relax and enjoy the best of live Jazz provided by the amazing Rupert’s Bear Cats - combined with the finest bistro menus at our regular Jazz Cafe evenings.
An exciting showcase of talent as musical theatre students take you on an interactive adventure
Margaret started harp lessons at the age of fourteen with harpist Susannah Shucksmith. She then continued her musical training under the late Sidonie Goossens OBE and Sussex harpist Helen Arnold. She has played for Royalty and has given recitals at National Trust properties, played at the City of London Guildhall, The Baltic Exchange, The Savoy, Ritz and Hilton Langham Hotels in London, The Garrick Club in London, Glyndebourne Opera House, The Royal Courts of Justice and for many weddings, private and charity functions...
An important talk for secondary schools on how to keep safe on the roads.
Renowned for a pyrotechnic-fuelled explosion of a show, Limehouse Lizzy is keeping the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive and dominating stages worldwide. Support act Saxonized.
Ariel Young Actors brings you the classic Lionel Bart’s “Oliver” after their massive success with Joseph and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Sit back and enjoy – you’ll be wanting “More”!!
The ConChord Big Band is back at Chequer Mead for a night of Swing and Big Band favourites. The memorable music of the great bands and singers brought to life by the ever popular - East Grinstead’s own ConChord Big Band
Maltese pianist Maureen Galea has performed in innumerable concerts as a soloist, in chamber groups and as accompanist in Britain, the Czech Republic, France, Greece, Italy and Malta, and has been a prize-winner at several competitions. Appearances include Dorking Halls, the Purcell Room, St Martin-in-the-fields and various performances in the Guildford International Music Festival...
Sit back, relax and enjoy the best of live Jazz Café combined with the finest bistro menus at our regular Jazz Café evenings. Open from 7.00pm
No Jacket Required, the UK’s only 11-piece Phil Collins Tribute, bring their spectacular show back to Chequer Mead. The line- up is exactly the same as how Phil presented his live shows, with a full Brass Section, Percussion and Backing Vocalists. “One of the best shows we’ve seen in years”…….
One of the best known love stories, performed by the ever popular Vienna Festival Ballet. Lavish costumes, stunning scenery, international stars, and the glorious music from Tchaikovsky make this a night not to be missed.
Sit back, relax and enjoy the best of live Jazz Café combined with the finest bistro menus at our regular Jazz Café evenings. Open from 7.00pm
Could you build a ship which can fly? I know someone who did, and... he got the princess! The secret: a good heart and fantastic friends. Come and see this magical Russian fairy tale and I’ll introduce you! Supported by the parents and friends of Pericles and the RTR foundation
Desperado this year faithfully recreates The Very Best of Eagles, the definitive Eagles hits collection, delivering this wealth of material with a reverence and authenticity that Eagles fans deserve.
Clarinettist Jeremy Lowe and flautist Ivor Humphreys are joined by pianists Simon Morris and Carey Humphreys in a recital of music ranging from the baroque to the twentieth century.
Dance School Show
Direct from London's West End Lee Mason stars in the fabulous Let The Good Times Roll A wonderfully unique live 10 piece production that pays a memorable tribute to some of the greatest and deeply adored music of the 50's & 60's Featuring such songs in this 2 hour performance as 'Rock around the clock' 'Teenager in love' 'Be my baby' 'The wonder of you' 'The Locomotion' 'Please please me' plus many many more!! This journey takes you through the best two musical decades...
Personal interpretations of the music of Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and Leonard Cohen - An intimate solo concert with music of such integrity that it flows from the innermost wellspring of human spirit.
Miyuki has given a number of concerts in Wales, England and Japan. These include a recital in St Martin in the Fields and an interlude performance in a service of thanksgiving for Sir Hardy Amies at St James's Church, Piccadilly. She won fourth prize at the international Piano Competition in Gargano, Italy in 2003, and first prize at the National Eisteddfod in 2004...
Ariel Drama Academy is proud to present an evening of Song, Drama, and Dance, the Academy’s work thought-out the year. LAMDA to Hip Hop to Contemporary dance, this evening will entertain all.
Presented by Dormansland School
Scenes and Sounds from Ancient Greece
Summer Dance show by the Heathfiled School of Dance
John has been singing in local choirs for many years being a founder member of Concordia and The Weald Choir of Crawley. He has sung with Bel Canto Opera, Crawley and East Grinstead Opera and Company of Friends.Accompanist Marion Shuster.
