The team at South Hill Park want people to the new year as they mean to go on – with theatre, music and comedy nights galore.
It says it has a fantastic line-up planned and if you missed this year’s Panto, there may still be some tickets available in the new year as it continues through to Sunday, January 5.
The team say: “What better way to beat those January blues, than a show… or two.”
Theatre at South Hill Park this January 2025
Robin Hood and the Magic Arrow
The award-winning pantomime team are currently performing Robin Hood and the Magic Arrow – full of all the mayhem and merriment you’ve come to expect.
Packed with singalong songs, comedy chaos, crazy characters and colourful costumes, it’s guaranteed to hit the target and give you something to (Friar) Tuck into.
The show runs until Sunday, January 5 in The Wilde Theatre.
Until Sunday, January 5 2025, Wilde Theatre.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/robin-hood/
Godspell
This reimagined 2012 version brings Stephen Schwartz’s powerful score to life in an innovative, interactive setting.
Experience an engaging blend of music, movement, and storytelling that highlights themes of community and the human spirit.
Brought to South Hill Park by second year and gap year students from Artemis College. Thursday, January 23 – Friday, January 24, Coach House.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/godspell/
Cabaret
Set in a seedy cabaret called the Kit Kat Klub in 1929–1930, this innovative musical tells the story of two romances, doomed to fail, set against the emergence of anti-Semitism and fascism in Germany.
Performed by Creative Academy Slough.
Friday, January 31 – Saturday, February 1, Wilde Theatre.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/cabaret/
Music at South Hill Park
Bracknell Jazz: Sarah Jane Eveleigh and Jonny Ford
Jazz singer and songwriter, drawing from a wealth of professional and personal experience, Sarah Jane is a passionate and gifted storyteller, and much sought after on the circuit.
Rising star Jonny Ford is a very gifted saxophonist and composer.
He leads his own big band, the Jonny Ford Jazz Orchestra, which has recently performed his original compositions at Pizza Express and the Vortex.
Friday, January 10, Recital Room.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/bracknell-jazz-sarah-jane-eveleigh-jonny-ford/
Gigs in the Cellar – Ajay Srivastav and Tommy Eric
Ajay Srivastav is a critically acclaimed musician who reflects the life and lessons learnt as a British born artist of Indian heritage, with uplifting songs of protest and change.
His unique rootsy guitar style is layered with inflections of sitar and sarod.
Tommy Eric has dedicated many years to playing guitar and bass for other artists, as well as producing their tracks and albums.
He has now taken the leap into creating his own music.
Wednesday, January 15, Cellar Bar
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/gigs-in-the-cellar-ajay-srivastav-tommy-eric/
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Conservatoire – Cristian Sandrin
South Hill Park is to welcome back Romanian pianist Cristian Sandrin.
A far travelled musician of great experience, he is happy in many styles and genres.
His concert is based around one main work, Bach’s “Goldberg Variations”. The programme includes music by Mozart, Cyril Scot and three contemporary variations on the “Goldberg” bass.
Friday, January 17, Recital Room.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/conservatoire-cristian-sandrin/
Wilde Sundays – Lee Switzer-Woolf + Erica and the Wildebeest + Finn Boykew
A very relaxed afternoon of acoustic music featuring the some of the best music around across genres in a beautiful setting.
London-based duo Erica and the Wildebeest featuring Erica Steenkamp and Christopher NewIand. Lee Switzer-Woolf who describes his music as Folktronica, or headphone music for sad land mammals and pianist and vocalist Finn Boykew.
Sunday, January 19, McAllister’s.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/wilde-sundays-lee-switzer-woolf-lawrie-wright-finn-boykew/
Conservatoire – Jacky Zhang
Sixteen-year-old Jacky Zhang is in his fourth year of undergraduate studies at the Royal College of Music.
An outstanding finalist in the BBC Young Musician Competition 2024, his programme for us focuses on the King of romantic piano, Frederic Chopin, including the 2nd Sonata and the Preludes Op.28.
Friday, January 24, Recital Room.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/conservatoire-jacky-zhang/
Crazy Diamond – A Tribute to the Music of Pink Floyd
The band’s approach to Floyd’s music, faithfully honours and admires the band they cover. However, they are not afraid of interpreting with their own flavour, the music they love.
With their current show, Wish You Were Here, the eight-piece band provide two hours plus set, showcasing Floyd’s seminal/homonymous album Wish You Were Here.This show includes other classics, and fan treats such as The Great Gig in the Sky and Echoes.
Saturday, January 25, Wilde Theatre.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/crazy-diamond-a-tribute-to-the-music-of-pink-floyd/
Comedy
Comedy Cellar
With brand new equipment, thanks to a local grant, we have an exciting evening of laughter at The Comedy Cellar on selected Friday evenings per month at 8pm. It’s the UK’s longest running Comedy Club outside of London.
Fridays in the Cellar Bar.
For more details: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/comedy-cellar-january-2025/
Other events
Wedding Fair 2025
Discover a range of local Wedding suppliers, showcased throughout the mansion, from cakemakers and photographers, to florists, jewellers, bridal wear and entertainment.
South Hill Park’s wedding coordinators will be on hand to take people on a guided tour of the facilities or to discuss individual requests to ensure a truly magical experience for you both.
South Hill Park is based in a Grade ll listed Georgian mansion house surrounded by beautiful parkland.
With picturesque Italian gardens, a lake, elegant rooms and many original features both inside and outside the mansion.
Sunday, January 12, Mansion House and Grounds.
For more details, log on to: https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/shp-events/wedding-fair-2025/
Cinema
Don’t forget to check out the screenings of the latest releases, family-friendly films, live/recorded performances and more.
Make a day of it by enjoying a dinner before a show in the Atrium Bar & Restaurant or a picnic on our beautiful grounds. You can book tickets to our shows, events, and screenings at https://www.southhillpark.org.uk/whats-on/cinema/
For tickets and more details
Call the South Hill Park box office on 01344 484123, or log on to: www.southhillpark.org.uk
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