Live on Stage | Bromyard and District Local History Society A talk given by Will Motley. This talk will tell the history of one of the oldest English families, the Tichbornes of Hampshire, who have lived at Tichborne near Winchester since before the Norman Conquest and still live there now. Their story includes a twelfth century curse that came true in the 18th century.

Live on Stage | Bromyard and District Local History Society A talk given by Rachel Sycamore Chests were very important items in medieval furniture, with many extant in churches today. Rachel Sycamore provides an insight into the different types of church chest, what they were used for, and what they meant to people in the medieval society. She also shares a few of her conservation journeys in preserving church chests for the future.

Live on Stage | Bromyard and District Local History Society A talk given by Philip Hart. The Edwardian Era saw the production of thousands of elegant passenger steam ships, the Titanic being one of the best-known. These vessels sailed the worldwide and were the main mode of transportation across The Canadian Great Lakes up until the creation of the railways and the Trans-Canadian Highway. Today, the only one still floating, The Keewatin, sits in the restored Victorian boatyard, located at The Great Lakes Museum, Kingston, Ontario. This is the story of her travels, and how she came to be saved, restored and to become the main attraction at the museum.

LIVE ON STAGE Get ready for an unforgettable evening with the Hereford Big Band as they bring you a spectacular Night of Swing! Featuring the incredible vocal talents of Nicole Warfield and Tim Brown, this performance will transport you back to the golden age of big bands. Under the direction of new musical director Michael Prestage, the band will take you on a musical journey through the legendary sounds of the 20th centurys most iconic Big Band orchestras and vocalists. From timeless hits to smooth swing rhythms, this concert celebrates the music that defined an era and continues to inspire. Whether youre a fan of the classic sounds of Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, or Frank Sinatra, or simply enjoy an evening of high-energy live music, this is a night not to be missed

LIVE ON STAGE The Malvern Big Band, formed in 2001, and this year celebrating its 25th anniversary perform a wide range of Big Band jazz, from the classic repertoire of the swing era, such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie and others, through to contemporary arrangements of Pop and Soul hits by the likes of Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson and many others, as well as modern jazz pieces by masters such as Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny and more. The band, under the musical direction of Mike Halliday, feature some of the best jazz musicians in the region, and perform regularly around Worcestershire and neighbouring counties, including an annual Christmas show at Malvern Cube. This will be the band's first visit to Bromyard since 2012, and will also feature the band's 3 vocalists. Expect a night of exciting Big Band jazz!

EVENT CINEMA | ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY Shakespeares hilarious comedy of suburbia, wives and over-inflated egos. John Falstaff plans to hustle his way to a comfortable retirement by seducing the wives of two wealthy men. Unknown to him, its the women of Windsor who really pull the strings, orchestrating Falstaffs comeuppance amidst a theatrical smorgasbord of petty rivalries, jealousies and overinflated egos. For a fat Englishman, a Welshman and a Frenchman, the only way is Windsor...

EVENT CINEMA | ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY On a distant island a man waits. Robbed of his position, power and wealth, his enemies have left him in isolation. But this is no ordinary man, and this no ordinary island. Prospero is a magician, able to control the very elements and bend nature to his will. When a sail appears on the horizon, he reaches out across the ocean to the ship that carries the men who wronged him. Creating a vast magical storm he wrecks the ship and washes his enemies up on the shore. When they wake they find themselves lost on a fantastical island where nothing is as it seems. In a unique partnership with Intel, the Royal Shakespeare Company's production uses todays most advanced technology in a bold reimagining of Shakespeares magical play, creating an unforgettable theatrical experience. Simon Russell Beale returns to the RSC after 20 years to play Prospero in a production directed by Artistic Director Gregory Doran.

LIVE ON STAGE Bringing you a stylish celebration of music from some of the most classic Musicals of all time. Whether it's the heart-wrenching ballads of "Les Misrables," the upbeat and jazzy tunes of "Chicago," or the whimsical magic of "Wicked," each performance is designed to captivate and entertain. From The Greatest Showman to Mamma Mia, Waitress to Six, Les Miserable to Miss Saigon, Cats to Evita, - each track is handpicked especially for you. This show is brought to you by the outstanding and captivating voices of Sandy Smith and Sophie Mairi, who move effortlessly from the heart-rendering ballads to the high-energy anthems with their incredible harmonies. Their credits are Londons West End Theatres, Cruise Liners and across in Europe, and ITV, and the show is proving extremely popular wherever it goes. This show includes some of the greatest musical songs ever recorded such as This Is Me, Never Enough, Bring Him Home, I Dreamed a Dream, Memory, Thank You For the Music, plus many, many more, all you will all love and remember. This sell-out show has something for everyone of all ages

LIVE ON STAGE | ODDSOCKS Making the decision to have a child - it is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body - American author, Elizabeth Stone Forever? Really? Actress and writer Elli Mackenzie thinks so and in this moving and yet hilarious work of autobiographical theatre Elli, explores the highs and lows, the frustrations, the joy, the bizarre and downright unbelievable aspects of raising children whilst running a family business . Join Elli, her husband Andy, an orangutan and a giant woodlouse as Oddsocks presents an amazing and refreshingly honest piece of theatre. A must for mothers or anyone who has a mother. You dont have to join Elli forever; the show lasts one hour and fifteen minutes. Audience Reviews Breathtakingly vivid; we were with her every step of the way. Bloody Brilliant! A sucker punch to the feels Made me laugh and cry! A beautiful narrative bravely told. Poignant, moving. Both heartbreaking and hilarious Wow was blown away. Due to some of the issues explored including miscarriage and cancer, the age guidance is 14+

LIVE ON STAGE The Roy Orbison Songbook - a tribute to the Caruso of Rock and Roll, Roy Orbison. This show celebrates one of Americas greatest voices of all time, and features a cast of award winning musicians who are dedicated to faithfully replicating the iconic sound. The show features hits such as Oh, Pretty Woman, You Got It, I Drove All Night, Crying, In Dreams, Only The Lonely and many more from the golden era of music. This is guaranteed to be an experience that audiences and fans of Roy will not want to miss

Live on Stage | Stratford Theatre Company Production Written by Thomas Hardy Adapted for the stage and performed by Mark Carey Music performed by ARKangel Produced by Stratford Theatre Company Under the Greenwood Tree follows members of the village choir as they are replaced by a church organ, set against the backdrop of a humorous love story. The book explores themes of love, social class, and the nostalgia for disappearing village traditions. The performance is a wonderful combination of spoken word, by renowned actor Mark Carey, and live music from the highly acclaimed ARKangel. A beautiful fusion of spoken word and music to warm the soul.

LIVE ON STAGE | ONE VISION SCHOOL OF ARTS One Vision School of Arts presents Beauty and the Beast. When Belle bravely takes her fathers place as the Beasts prisoner, she discovers the cursed prince hidden beneath the monster. But with time running out and the last petal falling from an enchanted rose, love may be their only chance to break the spell.

Live on Stage | Our Star Theatre Company Production Prepare for a hilarious and uproarious family farce brought to you by Our Star Theatre Company. This theatrical re-telling of The Three Musketeers is packed with laughter, lively audience participation and plenty of energetically silly performances. The story centres around a small troupe of performers gearing up for their highly anticipated debut performance of TheThreeMusketeers. However, as the curtains rise, all is not as it seems. What starts as a simple theatrical endeavour quickly unravels into a whirlwind of confusion, mayhem, and comical mishaps. From forgotten lines to chaotic set changes, the actors find themselves entangled in a series of laugh-out-loud blunders, much to the delight of the audience. This delightfully entertaining production is brimming with wit, slapstick humour, and a dose of good-natured silliness that will keep you on the edge of your seat, laughing from start to finish

Live on Stage | Don't Got Into the Cellar Production The classic tale is restored to its authentic Victorian setting in this original one-man performance, scripted and performed by Jonathan Goodwin. The chances of anything coming from Mars are a million to one. And yet, mankind finds itself on the brink of extinction when aggressive creatures from that remote planet land on Eart

LIVE ON STAGE | FOLK IN THE FOYER GR-V111 Men in Harmony have now raised more than 25,000 in aid of the Midlands Air Ambulance - and they're showing no signs of stopping yet! Join us for this special one-night-only event where the group of friends sing songs from around the world in a cappella style. Come along and enjoy this fabulous group of singers, and at the same time help support a great cause.

LIVE ON STAGE | QUEEN ELIZABETH HIGH SCHOOL Join us for Jason and the Argonauts. A chaotic quest for the Golden Fleece led by a crew of heroes who are brave, bold and not always entirely heroic! Expect monsters, meddling gods, and plenty of questionable decisions as Jason and his band somehow blunder their way into legend. This is a devised production by the pupils of Queen Elizabeth School.

LIVE ON STAGE | FOLK IN THE FOYER Flatworld are a five piece world music band who take music from East European and other folk traditions and present it in a lively and accessible form audiences are often dancing by the end of our show

Killer Rhapsody are the hottest and most riveting tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen. Publicly endorsed and featured on none other then Dr Brian Mays Guitars. Performing a spectacular show; featuring both the mega hits and deeper cuts such as: Last Horizon, I’m In Love With My Car, Brighton Rock and more… Any major or casual Queen fan is in for an amazing time you will not forget. A performance synonymous with the energy and passion of one of the world’s biggest bands, Killer Rhapsody use their years of experience in live music to produce one of the most genuine and authentic Queen and Freddie Mercury experiences.

LIVE ON STAGE Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers! Get ready to relive the magic of ABBA as Sensation The ABBA Tribute Band takes you back to the golden days of pop! With a high-energy performance packed full of ABBAs greatest hits, this is the ultimate tribute show you wont want to miss. The talented members of Sensation are not only passionate performers but also highly skilled musicians who know ABBAs music inside and out. Since forming in 2008, theyve wowed audiences across the country with their faithful recreations of iconic hits like Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Take a Chance on Me, and many more. To keep things fresh, Sensation regularly updates their setlist, adding in fan favourites and hidden gems so no two shows are exactly the same! With fans travelling far and wide to experience the magic, it's clear: this is more than just a tribute it's a celebration. So take a chance, spend some money money money, and lay all your love on Sensation!

LIVE ON STAGE | FOLK IN THE FOYER FiddleBop plays Jazz-Folk... from Hot Club Gypsy swing to jigs'n'reels, and beyond. Masterfully played on violin, Spanish guitar, cello, and fretless bass, and with four passionate voices in harmony.

Marking their 5th year of Pantomime chaos, starring Toby Edwards, Bromyard's FAVOURITE Dame, Our Star Theatre Company in production with The Conquest Theatre return for the Panto of your DREAMS! Our fairy tale princess Aurora is left in deep 100-year sleep at the hands of the evil Carabosse and her wicked cat! Power-hungry and vain, Carabosse needs the princess out of the way to rule the kingdom she's always coveted. But with the help of Aurora's crack-team of friends, Dame Nurse Nora, Billy the Butler and whole gang of fairies, our Sleeping Beauty might just find happiness with true love's kiss. The Bromyard Panto is the perfect festive, family treat to start off your Christmas celebrations. Youre guaranteed an evening of non-stop laughter, great songs and stupid slap-stick routines at this perfect family night out. Brought to you by the team who had their audiences crying with laughter with Dick Whittington, Mother Goose, Jack and the Beanstalk and last year's SELL OUT Snow White , Our Star Theatre Company are thrilled to be teaming up once again with The Conquest Theatre to present this classic tale. We strongly advise you book early, this is one show you don't want to miss! Director: Ben Mowbray Choreographer: Destiny Dawe Musical Director: James Jarvis

Eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts sets about restoring an old race car from a scrap heap with the help of his children Jeremy and Jemima. They soon discover the car has magical properties including the ability to float and take flight. Trouble occurs when the evil Baron Bomburst desires the magic car for himself. The family joins forces with Truly Scrumptious and batty Grandpa and head on an unforgettable adventure. This nostalgic musical is based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming's children's book, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers (Mary Poppins), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is one family-friendly production that you will find "Truly Scrumptious". Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Music by Special Arrangement with Sony/ATV Publishing Adapted for the Stage by Jeremy Sams Based on the MGM Motion Picture Licensed Script Adapted by Ray Roderick This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.MTIShows.co.uk [http://www.MTIShows.co.uk] HALF PRICE TICKETS Did you know that Conquest Theatre members are entitled to 50% off tickets for our in-house, main stage productions? Find out more and sign up by clicking here [https://conquest-theatre.co.uk/become-a-member/].

The heroine in this actor's tour-de-force is an ordinary middle class English housewife. As she prepares chips and egg for dinner, she ruminates on her life and tells the wall about her husband, her children, her past, and an invitation from a girlfriend to join her on holiday in Greece to search for romance and adventure. Ultimately, Shirley does escape to Greece, has an "adventure" with a local fisherman and decides to stay. This hilariously engaging play was a hit in London and New York, performed by Pauline Collins, who later recreated her role on film garnering an Oscar nomination. Starring Amanda Vincent-Perkins, winner of best actress in Educating Rita at the Herefordshire Drama Festival 2025. Guidance: This play is suitable for ages 16+

Snodhill must be the biggest, oldest castle no-one's heard of. Its size, scale and obvious elan point to a significance far greater than its scant written records do. This much, however, is known: In 2021 Stone and Bronze age evidence that showed that the 'Snodhill' (possible meaning 'Cleared hill') was occupied for thousands of years before the Normans arrived. It is also possible that Snodhill is a very rare pre-Norman castle built around 1050 to guard the fertile Dore Valley and its prosperous Saxon villages at Wilmastone, Dorstone, Peterchurch and Mynydd-brith. What is known for certain is that the castle was built around 1068 by Norman Superknight William Fitz Osbern, 1st Earl of Hereford, who was campaigning to assert Norman control along the Welsh Marches (he built all the early Norman castles from Chepstow to Wigmore). Transport: Car sharing. Meet at 9.30am at Conquest Car Park. Please advise when booking number of seats available in your car or if you require a lift. Tickets 11 to include a guided tour of the castle and the archeology dig. Refreshments: Bring a packed lunch Email: programme@bromyard historysociety.org.uk

The Misanthrope by Martin Crimp after Molire directed by Indhu Rubasingham Award-winner Sandra Oh ( Killing Eve ) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molires classic dark comedy. Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. Soon, she must confront the price of speaking her truth in a world that would rather silence her. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Indhu Rubasingham directs Martin Crimps (Cyrano de Bergerac) highly anticipated play.

The Metropolitan Opera LA FANCIULLA DEL WEST Puccinis exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by Richard Jones, marking the companys first new production of La Fanciulla del West in more than 30 years. Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky makes her role debut as Minnie, the tough tavern owner with a heart of gold who finds love when she least expects it. Tenor SeokJong Baek is the dashing bandit who rambles into the remote California mining town to steal her heart, opposite baritone Christopher Maltman as the lawman determined to deliver justiceand win Minnie for himself. Maestro Keri-Lynn Wilson takes the podium to conduct one of operas most action-packed adventures, live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide.

Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers! Get ready to relive the magic of ABBA as Sensation – The ABBA Tribute Band takes you back to the golden days of pop! With a high-energy performance packed full of ABBA’s greatest hits, this is the ultimate tribute show you won’t want to miss. The talented members of Sensation are not only passionate performers but also highly skilled musicians who know ABBA’s music inside and out. Since forming in 2008, they’ve wowed audiences across the country with their faithful recreations of iconic hits like Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Take a Chance on Me, and many more. To keep things fresh, Sensation regularly updates their setlist, adding in fan favourites and hidden gems – so no two shows are exactly the same! With fans travelling far and wide to experience the magic, it's clear: this is more than just a tribute – it's a celebration. So take a chance, spend some money money money, and lay all your love on Sensation!