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Friday 1st November 2024
Nicholas Collett returns to Quatt after previously performing three of his brilliant plays, ''Spitfire Solo'', ''Your Bard'' and ''Nelson, the Sailors Story''. This time he has support from the very excellent Gavin Robertson. This is another ''not to be missed'' show.
Tickets are £12 per person and can be bought by clicking on the Ticketsource button below, or you could visit our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop and maybe grab a drink and some eats.
There will be refreshments available to be purchased at the performance, but please bring along your own tipple.
Performance starts at 7.30pm
Tickets are £12 per person and can be bought by clicking on the Ticketsource button below, or you could visit our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop and maybe grab a drink and some eats.
There will be refreshments available to be purchased at the performance, but please bring along your own tipple.
Performance starts at 7.30pm
Sunday 6th October 2024
Wanderlust -
Canadian classical duo
Join Canadian artists flautist Lara Deutsch and guitarist Adam Cicchillitti as they explore classical music through the lens of folk traditions from around the world.
From the coasts of Japan to Newfoundland’s Celtic roots, Wanderlust stokes the fires of far-flung adventure that reside in all of us.
Through the evocative sounds of the flute and guitar, this performance immerses you in a rich tapestry of folkloric music. The voyage encompasses compositions by Canadian artists Jason Noble and John Armstrong, as well as renowned names like Bartok, Chopin, Piazzolla, Toru Takemitsu, and Gabriela Ortiz.
This tour is made possible and financially supported by Canada Council for the Arts and SODEC. Part of the Canadian Season in partnership with and in thanks to Atlantic Presenters Association.
Age range: All ages
Starts at 2.30pm
Adult: £12.00 Children under14 years old: £6.00
Afternoon tea available to purchase. Includes Scones, cake, tea and coffee or soft drink. Please contact us if you're interested. Steph on 01746781214.
For Tickets please use the Ticketsource button below or visit our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop.
Canadian classical duo
Join Canadian artists flautist Lara Deutsch and guitarist Adam Cicchillitti as they explore classical music through the lens of folk traditions from around the world.
From the coasts of Japan to Newfoundland’s Celtic roots, Wanderlust stokes the fires of far-flung adventure that reside in all of us.
Through the evocative sounds of the flute and guitar, this performance immerses you in a rich tapestry of folkloric music. The voyage encompasses compositions by Canadian artists Jason Noble and John Armstrong, as well as renowned names like Bartok, Chopin, Piazzolla, Toru Takemitsu, and Gabriela Ortiz.
This tour is made possible and financially supported by Canada Council for the Arts and SODEC. Part of the Canadian Season in partnership with and in thanks to Atlantic Presenters Association.
Age range: All ages
Starts at 2.30pm
Adult: £12.00 Children under14 years old: £6.00
Afternoon tea available to purchase. Includes Scones, cake, tea and coffee or soft drink. Please contact us if you're interested. Steph on 01746781214.
For Tickets please use the Ticketsource button below or visit our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop.
Friday 9th August 2024
Taster Art Class With
Sarah Stokes
Local Arley artist, Sarah Stokes, is holding a taster art class at the village hall.
So why not give your inner artist the chance of an evening out.
All materials will be provided and included in the price.
£5 per person
Starts at 7pm till 8.30pm
Bring a friend along for a really fun evening
Refreshments will be available to purchase to support the upkeep of the village hall.
You can buy your ticket or tickets using on the Ticketsource button below or at Quatt Farm Shop and Café our local Box Office
SOLD OUT
Sarah Stokes
Local Arley artist, Sarah Stokes, is holding a taster art class at the village hall.
So why not give your inner artist the chance of an evening out.
All materials will be provided and included in the price.
£5 per person
Starts at 7pm till 8.30pm
Bring a friend along for a really fun evening
Refreshments will be available to purchase to support the upkeep of the village hall.
You can buy your ticket or tickets using on the Ticketsource button below or at Quatt Farm Shop and Café our local Box Office
SOLD OUT
Saturday 4th May 2024
Mar the force be with you......
A Celebration!
Mar the force be with you......
A Celebration!
Come and join us celebrate and the marvellous Mar.
She was part of the subversive stitchers group that created Shropshires banner for 'Procession' marking 100 years since the first women got the vote in the UK and she marched with it in Cardiff.
So what better name to add to this historical piece. A force of nature.
Mar's name will be added at this event and we'll get to together to share stories, her passion and all the fun we have had with her.
Everyone is welcome, so Please give us the nod if you can come, so we can have plenty scones and cake to share.
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Location: Quatt village hall
Quatt, Bridgnorth WV15 6QN
On A442 coming from Bridgnorth, just past Dudmaston, you arrive in the village and the hall is on your right, past the bus stop
She was part of the subversive stitchers group that created Shropshires banner for 'Procession' marking 100 years since the first women got the vote in the UK and she marched with it in Cardiff.
So what better name to add to this historical piece. A force of nature.
Mar's name will be added at this event and we'll get to together to share stories, her passion and all the fun we have had with her.
Everyone is welcome, so Please give us the nod if you can come, so we can have plenty scones and cake to share.
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Location: Quatt village hall
Quatt, Bridgnorth WV15 6QN
On A442 coming from Bridgnorth, just past Dudmaston, you arrive in the village and the hall is on your right, past the bus stop
Sunday 7th April 2024
Quatt Easter Walk
Join us for a lovely walk around the local Quatt Malvern Parish
Two walks will take place, a toddle for little legs and one to stretch out grownup legs.
It will start at 2pm from the village hall and entry is £2.50 per person and can be paid on the door.
There are prizes to be won and chocolate to be eaten.
Teas, scones and cakes will be available to purchased at the hall.
non walkers can come for afternoon tea.
Join us for a lovely walk around the local Quatt Malvern Parish
Two walks will take place, a toddle for little legs and one to stretch out grownup legs.
It will start at 2pm from the village hall and entry is £2.50 per person and can be paid on the door.
There are prizes to be won and chocolate to be eaten.
Teas, scones and cakes will be available to purchased at the hall.
non walkers can come for afternoon tea.
Saturday 16th March 2024
Two fantastic traditions: A Great Pie & Evening Quiz!
Choose your homemade pie with buttery mash :
Slow Braised Beef and ale
Chicken and leek
Vegetable samosa Pie (VG), everything you love about a samosa in pie form
For those who would be up for a pudding pie too, for £2 you can choose
Apple pie and custard or cream
St Clements Pie, a creamy tart with oranges and lemons
Menu available for dietary requirements
Please book your choices with your ticket so no one is disappointed.
Rules of the Quiz: No phone No Google, just brain power and fun.
Starts at 7.30pm
Tickets £10 per person
Book via the Ticketsource button below
or in person at Quatt Farm Shop Community Box Office.
Sold Out
Thank you to everyone who have bought tickets.
Choose your homemade pie with buttery mash :
Slow Braised Beef and ale
Chicken and leek
Vegetable samosa Pie (VG), everything you love about a samosa in pie form
For those who would be up for a pudding pie too, for £2 you can choose
Apple pie and custard or cream
St Clements Pie, a creamy tart with oranges and lemons
Menu available for dietary requirements
Please book your choices with your ticket so no one is disappointed.
Rules of the Quiz: No phone No Google, just brain power and fun.
Starts at 7.30pm
Tickets £10 per person
Book via the Ticketsource button below
or in person at Quatt Farm Shop Community Box Office.
Sold Out
Thank you to everyone who have bought tickets.
Friday 12th January 2024
Taster Art Class
Local Arley artist, Sarah Stokes, is holding a taster art class at the village hall. So why not give your inner artist the chance to flower.
All materials will be provided and included in the price.
£5 per person
Starts at 7pm till 8.30pm
You can buy your ticket or tickets using the Ticketsource button below, or why not visit our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop and Café.
Refreshments will also be available to purchase during the class.
Monday 18th December 2023
Christmas Flower Workshop
First rule of Christmas flower arranging workshop, everybody talks about it.
Local florist Annette will demonstrate techniques and inspire our own Christmas floral decorations that will last during the Christmas period.
Some foliage and oasis will be provided but please bring along any greenery, flowers, containers and decorations that you would like to use.
This workshop is popular so please book sooner.
It's with regret that this event has had to be Cancelled due to ill health.
Our apologies at the short notice.
Any monies received will be reimbursed.
Many thanks for your understanding.
Sunday 17th December 2023
Watch The Bridgnorth Charity Tractor Run
Quatt Village-Hall is supporting the Bridgnorth Tractor run this year, ..so come and have fun watching the tractors, help raise money for 2 great charities, and have some food and drink. It would be great if as many people as possible could help support them as it takes a great deal of organising and lots of local tractors are turning out..
(shall we count them ???) …
Details:
Quatt Village Hall (WV15 6QN)
3pm onwards
Hotdogs and Samosas, Cake, Hot drinks
Parking and child safe viewing points available
Charity donation buckets on site
Raffle tickets to buy!
To help with food planning, please contact the village hall using the social media icons at the top of the page, or via the contact box on the next page to let us know you're coming.. thank you.
It would be great to see loads of people here as the Tractors will pass by lit up like Christmas Trees..!
If you're unable to use the contact details suggested, you could always use the good ole telephone. Call Steph on 01746 781214, answerphone in operation.
(shall we count them ???) …
Details:
Quatt Village Hall (WV15 6QN)
3pm onwards
Hotdogs and Samosas, Cake, Hot drinks
Parking and child safe viewing points available
Charity donation buckets on site
Raffle tickets to buy!
To help with food planning, please contact the village hall using the social media icons at the top of the page, or via the contact box on the next page to let us know you're coming.. thank you.
It would be great to see loads of people here as the Tractors will pass by lit up like Christmas Trees..!
If you're unable to use the contact details suggested, you could always use the good ole telephone. Call Steph on 01746 781214, answerphone in operation.
Saturday 9th December 2023
Christmas Skittles Night
Ho Ho Ho Christmas fun at the Village Hall ...
Skittles night ...inc buffet raffle and games
Please bring your own drinks
Starts at 7.00pm
Adults £6
Children aged 14 and under £4
Buy your Tickets by clicking on the Ticketsource button below or you can get your tickets in person from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop.
Ho Ho Ho Christmas fun at the Village Hall ...
Skittles night ...inc buffet raffle and games
Please bring your own drinks
Starts at 7.00pm
Adults £6
Children aged 14 and under £4
Buy your Tickets by clicking on the Ticketsource button below or you can get your tickets in person from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop.
Tuesday 28th November 2023
Come for a taster session of Sequence dancing.
Its a really fun way to enter the world of ballroom!
The sequences are mini routines in all the established disciplines of ballroom such as waltz, tango, cha cha cha and rumba, but they also include styles known as saunter, swing and blues.
All the couples begin together and dance in the same direction repeating the sequence of steps.
And it's totally FREE!!
Please contact Angie and Gerry Moore on 01746 789430 to reserve your place.
Starts at 2pm till 3.30pm
Its a really fun way to enter the world of ballroom!
The sequences are mini routines in all the established disciplines of ballroom such as waltz, tango, cha cha cha and rumba, but they also include styles known as saunter, swing and blues.
All the couples begin together and dance in the same direction repeating the sequence of steps.
And it's totally FREE!!
Please contact Angie and Gerry Moore on 01746 789430 to reserve your place.
Starts at 2pm till 3.30pm
Thursday 16th November 2023
Basset-Toronto Based Folk Duo
Toronto-based folk duo, Basset, are full of timeless heart. Acoustic songwriters Sam Clark and Yasmine Shelton will take you through city streets in the hours before the world has woken, or to a corrugated steel home north of the treeline.
Basset bring a deep love of the natural world to their gorgeously meditative and assured debut album, In The Clay (September 2022).
Produced by Joshua Van Tassel (Sarah Slean, David Myles), In The Clay explore themes of life in change, Shelton and Clark’s travels around Northern Ontario, the Canadian and American prairies, their lives in Toronto, and the many characters who have crossed their paths. With comparisons to The Milk Carton Kids, Hozier
and Bon Iver, their inventiveness shines on fiddle and intricate harmonies, with Shelton and Clark’s voices wrapping around each other like twin flames in a warm fire.
"If you’re a lover of like great close harmonies, like Simon and Garfunkel, or Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, I think you’re going to love this" - CBC Radio
Basset bring a deep love of the natural world to their gorgeously meditative and assured debut album, In The Clay (September 2022).
Produced by Joshua Van Tassel (Sarah Slean, David Myles), In The Clay explore themes of life in change, Shelton and Clark’s travels around Northern Ontario, the Canadian and American prairies, their lives in Toronto, and the many characters who have crossed their paths. With comparisons to The Milk Carton Kids, Hozier
and Bon Iver, their inventiveness shines on fiddle and intricate harmonies, with Shelton and Clark’s voices wrapping around each other like twin flames in a warm fire.
"If you’re a lover of like great close harmonies, like Simon and Garfunkel, or Gillian Welch and David Rawlings, I think you’re going to love this" - CBC Radio
Starts at 7.30pm. doors open at 6.45pm
Tickets: Adult: £12.00, Child: £6.00, Family: £30.00
You can buy your tickets by clicking on the Ticketsource button below or
at Quatt Farm Shop Community Box Office.
You are welcome to bring your own drinks for the evening
Refreshments available to purchase.
Tickets: Adult: £12.00, Child: £6.00, Family: £30.00
You can buy your tickets by clicking on the Ticketsource button below or
at Quatt Farm Shop Community Box Office.
You are welcome to bring your own drinks for the evening
Refreshments available to purchase.
The group will be introduced by Amanda Grimshaw Kenny, a therapeutic assistant for the NHS. She will be joined by other speaker's, but there is no leader of the group, no agenda, just a general, gentle discussion about death at a time of remembrance.
The group is free to attend from 11am till 1pm, with tea and cake and a friendly welcome.
The group is free to attend from 11am till 1pm, with tea and cake and a friendly welcome.
Saturday 28th October 2023
Driftwood
A new play by Tim Foley
A new play by Tim Foley
Two brothers on a beach need to figure out what to do with their dad
- but the sea has other ideas.
These are the shores of Vikings, Victorians, van drivers and visions.
The tide is out but the chips are hot.
Mark and Tiny go for walks along the beach at Seaton Carew. Their dad is dying, and their town is crumbling. Family rifts and political divides try to pull them apart, and a figure made of driftwood stalks the shore at night…
An inspiring, expansive story about hope, love, belonging and the tides within us.
Pentabus and Thickskin present this intoxicating and mystical new play by award-winning writer Tim Foley in a distinctive physical and cinematic production.
Suitable for ages 12+
Access: All performances have integrated creative captions.
Content Warnings: CW // this production contains themes of death and dying.
Doors open at 6.45pm, play starts at 7.30pm
Tickets £12, Cost of living concession £10, U25s FREE (limited availability)
Tickets can be purchased by clicking on the Ticketsource button below or at the Community Box Office, Quatt Farm Shop and Café.
You're welcome to bring along your own beverages.
Refreshments will be available to purchase.
- but the sea has other ideas.
These are the shores of Vikings, Victorians, van drivers and visions.
The tide is out but the chips are hot.
Mark and Tiny go for walks along the beach at Seaton Carew. Their dad is dying, and their town is crumbling. Family rifts and political divides try to pull them apart, and a figure made of driftwood stalks the shore at night…
An inspiring, expansive story about hope, love, belonging and the tides within us.
Pentabus and Thickskin present this intoxicating and mystical new play by award-winning writer Tim Foley in a distinctive physical and cinematic production.
Suitable for ages 12+
Access: All performances have integrated creative captions.
Content Warnings: CW // this production contains themes of death and dying.
Doors open at 6.45pm, play starts at 7.30pm
Tickets £12, Cost of living concession £10, U25s FREE (limited availability)
Tickets can be purchased by clicking on the Ticketsource button below or at the Community Box Office, Quatt Farm Shop and Café.
You're welcome to bring along your own beverages.
Refreshments will be available to purchase.
Please note this is not an in house Quatt Village Hall event
Sunday 15th October 2023
Orchard Day
at
Dudmaston Hall
We are joining in with the fun on
Orchard Day
Help the garden team press the apples grown in the orchard. There's nothing like the taste of freshly squeezed juice. Pressing demonstrations will take place between 11.30am-1pm and 2pm -3.30pm near visitor reception.
Find out about the art of cider making with Halfpenny Green Cider and what is on offer locally with community groups, like Quatt Village Hall.
A selection of seasonal fruit and vegetables grown here at Dudmaston will also be on sale. Proceeds from produce sales help us to look after Dudmaston.
Thank you for your support.
Opens at 10.30am until 4pm
Entry to this event is free for National Trust members and under 5s.
Admission applies for non members.
at
Dudmaston Hall
We are joining in with the fun on
Orchard Day
Help the garden team press the apples grown in the orchard. There's nothing like the taste of freshly squeezed juice. Pressing demonstrations will take place between 11.30am-1pm and 2pm -3.30pm near visitor reception.
Find out about the art of cider making with Halfpenny Green Cider and what is on offer locally with community groups, like Quatt Village Hall.
A selection of seasonal fruit and vegetables grown here at Dudmaston will also be on sale. Proceeds from produce sales help us to look after Dudmaston.
Thank you for your support.
Opens at 10.30am until 4pm
Entry to this event is free for National Trust members and under 5s.
Admission applies for non members.
SUNDAY 20th AUGUST
Family Latino aerobics and Pilates session
with Marica Sarcina
A great family fun morning with Marica..... starting with Latino Aerobics dance class, it’s a way to enjoy a workout set to music, whilst dancing you’ll learn Salsa steps combined with the aerobics steps to give you the pleasure of perspiring and at the same time have great fun, just the thing for school holiday energy.
This is followed by a Pilates session .
Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen muscles while improving postural alignment and flexibility.
You can come to both or have a family mix and match.
The fun starts at 10.30am till around 12.30pm
There will be refreshments to relax afterwards and meet Marica.
These are free classes.. but we need to know numbers to plan the morning.
You can book your place online.... and at our Box Office at Quatt farm shop. ..
you can also use Facebook messenger for more information.
Family Latino aerobics and Pilates session
with Marica Sarcina
A great family fun morning with Marica..... starting with Latino Aerobics dance class, it’s a way to enjoy a workout set to music, whilst dancing you’ll learn Salsa steps combined with the aerobics steps to give you the pleasure of perspiring and at the same time have great fun, just the thing for school holiday energy.
This is followed by a Pilates session .
Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that aims to strengthen muscles while improving postural alignment and flexibility.
You can come to both or have a family mix and match.
The fun starts at 10.30am till around 12.30pm
There will be refreshments to relax afterwards and meet Marica.
These are free classes.. but we need to know numbers to plan the morning.
You can book your place online.... and at our Box Office at Quatt farm shop. ..
you can also use Facebook messenger for more information.
SATURDAY 12th AUGUST
Wet Felting Workshop..
creating a flower brooch
Come and try a new craft .. and create a beautiful brooch to take home.
This is a workshop lead by textile designer and weaver, Jo Baker.
Wet felting is the process of using a combination
of friction/agitation, soap and water to make felt
out of wool fibres.
Resources will be provided, all you need to bring is a towel and a pair of scissors.
We can provide you with a disposable apron, or you can bring your own.
The workshop starts at 11.00am
Refreshments will be available
£10 per person, this will include the cost of the resources required.
You can buy your tickets online from Ticketsource via the button below
or
you can visit our local Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop, buy some tickets, grab a drink and maybe something to munch on too.
SATURDAY 12th AUGUST
Wet Felting Workshop..
creating a flower brooch
Come and try a new craft .. and create a beautiful brooch to take home.
This is a workshop lead by textile designer and weaver, Jo Baker.
Wet felting is the process of using a combination
of friction/agitation, soap and water to make felt
out of wool fibres.
Resources will be provided, all you need to bring is a towel and a pair of scissors.
We can provide you with a disposable apron, or you can bring your own.
The workshop starts at 11.00am
Refreshments will be available
£10 per person, this will include the cost of the resources required.
You can buy your tickets online from Ticketsource via the button below
or
you can visit our local Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop, buy some tickets, grab a drink and maybe something to munch on too.
Please note this is not a Quatt Village Hall event.
Saturday 27th May
ATTILA THE STOCKBROKER:
LEFT WING ECONOMIC ESTABLISHMENT TOUR 2023
Thanks to Oxy Moron Liz Truss for the tour name. Attila the Stockbroker, is, obviously, the leader of the Left Wing Economic Establishment. The difference of course being that Attila the Stockbroker is a silly stage name (his real name’s John) and Truss actually believes the Left Wing Economic Establishment exists!
Punk poet, latterly dub poet, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Attila the Stockbroker exploded into public consciousness in 1982-3 via two John Peel sessions and a Melody Maker front cover and is now celebrating over forty years earning a living doing what he loves. So far: nearly 4000 gigs in 24 countries, some 20 CD/s LPs, eight books of poems, his autobiography ‘Arguments Yard’ (Cherry Red Books, 2015) and his collected works ‘Heart on my Sleeve’ (2021) His latest album, just out and endorsed by his old friend Ben Zephaniah, is a dub poetry collection ’40 Years In Rhyme’ with rhythms from Kingsley Salmon and What’s Left Dub, and his previous one, 2018’s ‘Restoration Tragedy’ combines early music and punk – a lifelong ambition – with tales of the English Revolution of 1649.
Attila’s current performance comprises spoken word, dub poetry, acoustic songs and a bit of early music on ancient instruments. He really doesn’t sound like anything else. And his material is very, very up to date.
An output best described as genre fluid.
Reviews
https://louderthanwar.com/dave-jennings-reviews-a-brilliant-career-spanning-collection-of-works-from-our-foremost-punk-poet/
https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/c/works-wit-and-wisdom-free-spirit-left
https://louderthanwar.com/attila-the-stockbroker-40-years-in-rhyme-album-review/
Starts at 7.30pm, doors open at 7.00pm
Refreshments available to purchase
Tickets £10 per person
You can buy your tickets online from Ticketsource via the button below
or
you can buy your tickets from our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop and grab a drink and something to munch too.
LEFT WING ECONOMIC ESTABLISHMENT TOUR 2023
Thanks to Oxy Moron Liz Truss for the tour name. Attila the Stockbroker, is, obviously, the leader of the Left Wing Economic Establishment. The difference of course being that Attila the Stockbroker is a silly stage name (his real name’s John) and Truss actually believes the Left Wing Economic Establishment exists!
Punk poet, latterly dub poet, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Attila the Stockbroker exploded into public consciousness in 1982-3 via two John Peel sessions and a Melody Maker front cover and is now celebrating over forty years earning a living doing what he loves. So far: nearly 4000 gigs in 24 countries, some 20 CD/s LPs, eight books of poems, his autobiography ‘Arguments Yard’ (Cherry Red Books, 2015) and his collected works ‘Heart on my Sleeve’ (2021) His latest album, just out and endorsed by his old friend Ben Zephaniah, is a dub poetry collection ’40 Years In Rhyme’ with rhythms from Kingsley Salmon and What’s Left Dub, and his previous one, 2018’s ‘Restoration Tragedy’ combines early music and punk – a lifelong ambition – with tales of the English Revolution of 1649.
Attila’s current performance comprises spoken word, dub poetry, acoustic songs and a bit of early music on ancient instruments. He really doesn’t sound like anything else. And his material is very, very up to date.
An output best described as genre fluid.
Reviews
https://louderthanwar.com/dave-jennings-reviews-a-brilliant-career-spanning-collection-of-works-from-our-foremost-punk-poet/
https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/c/works-wit-and-wisdom-free-spirit-left
https://louderthanwar.com/attila-the-stockbroker-40-years-in-rhyme-album-review/
Starts at 7.30pm, doors open at 7.00pm
Refreshments available to purchase
Tickets £10 per person
You can buy your tickets online from Ticketsource via the button below
or
you can buy your tickets from our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop and grab a drink and something to munch too.
It would be great if you could let us know you're coming, it will help us decide how many and how big to make the cakes. Many thanks and we hope to see you for the choco cakefest, and for the walk of course.
SATURDAY 25th MARCH
Pentabus theatre presents
One Of Them Ones
by Charlie Josephine
Pentabus are delighted to present One Of Them Ones an inspiring and celebratory new play by rising star Charlie Josephine who wrote the critically acclaimed I, Joan - ***** The Times, **** The Guardian, **** Independent
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An uplifting new play about two siblings living in a rural community trying to get their heads around gender identity. Frankie is desperate to be understood, accepted, loved. But LGBTQ alphabet soup has got Michael’s head spinning. Why's it gotta be so complicated? Why can't they understand? Why can't things go back to the way they always were? Unpicking the complexities of identity and the fierce family love that hopefully holds us together.
"Frankie said we should do this, tell our story, cus yeah, it’s a mad one, and maybe someone might like it, and find it useful or whatever? So, that’s why we’re here...."
Suitable for ages: 12+
Access:
''One Of Them Ones'' will have audio description integrated into the production.
Pre show navigation of the space and touch tours are available for blind, visually impaired and neurodivergent audiences.
Closed Captions will be available at this performance - captions will be offered through the Difference Engine. #CaptionedPerformances
Starts at 7.30pm, doors open at 6.45pm
Please bring your own drinks.
Tickets £10 per person
Concessions for U25s FREE (limited availability)Please call 01746 781214 to get yours.
You can buy your tickets online from TicketSource via the button below
or
you can buy your tickets from our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop and grab a drink and something to munch too.
One Of Them Ones
by Charlie Josephine
Pentabus are delighted to present One Of Them Ones an inspiring and celebratory new play by rising star Charlie Josephine who wrote the critically acclaimed I, Joan - ***** The Times, **** The Guardian, **** Independent
---------------------------------------------------------
An uplifting new play about two siblings living in a rural community trying to get their heads around gender identity. Frankie is desperate to be understood, accepted, loved. But LGBTQ alphabet soup has got Michael’s head spinning. Why's it gotta be so complicated? Why can't they understand? Why can't things go back to the way they always were? Unpicking the complexities of identity and the fierce family love that hopefully holds us together.
"Frankie said we should do this, tell our story, cus yeah, it’s a mad one, and maybe someone might like it, and find it useful or whatever? So, that’s why we’re here...."
Suitable for ages: 12+
Access:
''One Of Them Ones'' will have audio description integrated into the production.
Pre show navigation of the space and touch tours are available for blind, visually impaired and neurodivergent audiences.
Closed Captions will be available at this performance - captions will be offered through the Difference Engine. #CaptionedPerformances
Starts at 7.30pm, doors open at 6.45pm
Please bring your own drinks.
Tickets £10 per person
Concessions for U25s FREE (limited availability)Please call 01746 781214 to get yours.
You can buy your tickets online from TicketSource via the button below
or
you can buy your tickets from our Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop and grab a drink and something to munch too.
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7-week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7-week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
MONDAY 19th DECEMBER
Christmas Flower Arranging workshop
Unfortunately this event has been cancelled.
First rule of Christmas flower arranging workshop, everybody talks about it.
Local florist Annette will demonstrate techniques and inspire our own Christmas floral decorations that will last during the Christmas period. Some foliage and oasis will be provided but please bring along any flowers, foliage, containers and decorations that you would like to use. This workshop is popular so please book sooner.
£10 per person
Refreshments available
7pm til 10pm
Annette's demonstration decorations to be raffled off.
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Saturday 3rd December Christmas Skittles Night
Ho Ho Ho, it's that time of year again, Christmas fun at the Village Hall ... Skittles, buffet and games.
Please bring your own drinks
Starts at 7.00pm
Adults £6 Children aged 14 and under £4
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Ho Ho Ho, it's that time of year again, Christmas fun at the Village Hall ... Skittles, buffet and games.
Please bring your own drinks
Starts at 7.00pm
Adults £6 Children aged 14 and under £4
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Saturday 29th October 2022
Saturday 22nd October 2022
As heard on BBC Radio
Introducing singer songwriters Tim Chu and Ian Bailey performing “A Celebration of Simon & Garfunkel- The UK’s leading non tribute show”. Touring for many years now the show continues to receive great reviews in a variety of venues for performing respectful interpretations and arrangements that will take you back down memory lane.
The concert attracts old fans and new and continues to support the arts in rural communities.
Tim Chu has been a professional session musician for many years and his music features in TV, Film and Radio. He has loved the music of Paul Simon from a young age as the original LPs were constantly on the record player! Tim had the vision to put together an ambient show to take to real music lovers around the UK and enrolled the help of Lancashire born Ian Bailey to complete the duo. Ian has been a singer songwriter releasing his own music to critical acclaim for most of his professional career.
Together they blend in their own unique way without falling into the tribute act category. There will be no make-up, wigs or costumes - Just two great musicians performing some of Simon & Garfunkel’s classic songs in an intimate and relaxed way.
“Everyone loves the music of Simon & Garfunkel and for me no one has recreated it better than Tim and Ian, the concert simply blew me away" Phil Cool, TV comedian, impressionist and musician...
‘If you only get to one concert this year, make sure it’s this one” Glastonbury Radio
“What a fantastic show with two great guys, two voices and two guitars delivering the best acoustic interpretations of Simon’s classic songs” Sally Naden, BBC Radio.
Introducing singer songwriters Tim Chu and Ian Bailey performing “A Celebration of Simon & Garfunkel- The UK’s leading non tribute show”. Touring for many years now the show continues to receive great reviews in a variety of venues for performing respectful interpretations and arrangements that will take you back down memory lane.
The concert attracts old fans and new and continues to support the arts in rural communities.
Tim Chu has been a professional session musician for many years and his music features in TV, Film and Radio. He has loved the music of Paul Simon from a young age as the original LPs were constantly on the record player! Tim had the vision to put together an ambient show to take to real music lovers around the UK and enrolled the help of Lancashire born Ian Bailey to complete the duo. Ian has been a singer songwriter releasing his own music to critical acclaim for most of his professional career.
Together they blend in their own unique way without falling into the tribute act category. There will be no make-up, wigs or costumes - Just two great musicians performing some of Simon & Garfunkel’s classic songs in an intimate and relaxed way.
“Everyone loves the music of Simon & Garfunkel and for me no one has recreated it better than Tim and Ian, the concert simply blew me away" Phil Cool, TV comedian, impressionist and musician...
‘If you only get to one concert this year, make sure it’s this one” Glastonbury Radio
“What a fantastic show with two great guys, two voices and two guitars delivering the best acoustic interpretations of Simon’s classic songs” Sally Naden, BBC Radio.
Sunday 16th October
Orchard Day
Orchard Day
We're at Dudmaston Hall on Sunday16th October with our stall of handmade goodies and beautiful crafts... now the National trust have an autumn treat.. you can get free tickets to visit (click on link www.nationaltrust.org.uk to go to the National Trust website).... And that way you can come and spend your ticket money with us instead...a win win .... See you there.
Starts at 7-30pm Doors open 6-30pm
Tickets £10 per person
Pentabus have10 free tickets available for people aged 25 and under. If you're interested, please contact Steph on 01746 781214
The performance lasts for about 75 minutes with no interval
Please bring your own drinks, but food refreshments will be available for purchase
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Tickets £10 per person
Pentabus have10 free tickets available for people aged 25 and under. If you're interested, please contact Steph on 01746 781214
The performance lasts for about 75 minutes with no interval
Please bring your own drinks, but food refreshments will be available for purchase
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
SUNDAY 1st MAY 2022
A May Day afternoon "In Conversation" with Shropshire Folklorists - C Burne, G Jackson & Mary Webb
A May Day afternoon "In Conversation" with Shropshire Folklorists - C Burne, G Jackson & Mary Webb
A Mayday Afternoon in the Company of Shropshire’s Three Women Folklorists ~
Georgina Jackson, Charlotte Burne, Mary Webb.
2.30pm-5.00pm
Interval for tea, cakes and chat.
Free to All but please book ahead either at Quatt Farm Shop (Box Office) or via Eventbrite details below.
Andy Harrop-Smith – Setting the Scene (or possibly making a scene!)
Laurence Coey – Shropshire Folklore & Mary Webb inspired Music
Suzanne Tumnus – A Conversation with Miss Charlotte Sophia Burne Gordon Dickens- A short Illustrated Talk about Mary Webb’s Landscape and Locations.
Janie Mitchell- Music & Song inspired by Shropshire Folklore, Flora and Mary Webb
Val Littlehales – Shropshire Dialect Wordsmith – Telling Tales in Shropshire
Mary Napper will be available pre and après event and during the interval to chat about FOLK’s new Shropshire project Library to Lane.
Bucket donation in aid of Red Cross in Ukraine.
Book your Free ticket at Quatt Farm Shop (Box Office) or below on the Eventbrite link.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../a-may-day-afternoon-in...
#nationallotterycommunityfund #quattvillagehall #shropshire #folklore #librarytolane
Georgina Jackson, Charlotte Burne, Mary Webb.
2.30pm-5.00pm
Interval for tea, cakes and chat.
Free to All but please book ahead either at Quatt Farm Shop (Box Office) or via Eventbrite details below.
Andy Harrop-Smith – Setting the Scene (or possibly making a scene!)
Laurence Coey – Shropshire Folklore & Mary Webb inspired Music
Suzanne Tumnus – A Conversation with Miss Charlotte Sophia Burne Gordon Dickens- A short Illustrated Talk about Mary Webb’s Landscape and Locations.
Janie Mitchell- Music & Song inspired by Shropshire Folklore, Flora and Mary Webb
Val Littlehales – Shropshire Dialect Wordsmith – Telling Tales in Shropshire
Mary Napper will be available pre and après event and during the interval to chat about FOLK’s new Shropshire project Library to Lane.
Bucket donation in aid of Red Cross in Ukraine.
Book your Free ticket at Quatt Farm Shop (Box Office) or below on the Eventbrite link.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../a-may-day-afternoon-in...
#nationallotterycommunityfund #quattvillagehall #shropshire #folklore #librarytolane
Evie Ladin & Keith Terry (USA)
Dynamic American roots music and dance
Evie Ladin and Keith Terry perform a hugely entertaining mix of Appalachian roots music, step dance and body percussion. Multi-talented singer, songwriter, clawhammer banjo player and
step dancer Evie Ladin grew up surrounded by traditional music.
Playing banjo from the age of 8 and clogging since she was just 5, Evie is steeped in traditional Appalachian music and dance, but also brings a contemporary vision to her music. A sensational live performer, Evie is a 2020 Jubilation Fellowship recipient, awarded to artists with an exceptional talent for bringing joy to people through music and movement. Versatile musician
and dancer Keith Terry originally trained as a jazz drummer, and takes care of percussive duties on double bass and percussion, as well as joining Evie in dance elements of the duo’s performances. Founder of the International Body Music Festival and a skilled proponent of the
art of body percussion, Keith has performed and taught at prestigious venues across the world. Evie and Keith met on the dance floor, and they live a double life between the folk/Americana circuit and the body music scene they helped create – both elements are beautifully integrated into their live show.
“You don’t often hear words like “traditional” and “authentic” paired with “innovative”
and “unique” but Evie Ladin & Keith Terry have brought them together brilliantly.
– Folkworks, Los Angeles
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Please bring your own drinks, but food refreshments will be available for purchase
Click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Quatt Village Hall Christmas Prize Draw
We would like to say a huge thank you to all the lovely people who bought tickets in our Christmas raffle and to the fabulous folks who donated such wonderful prizes we have amazing support .. You're the best.
Prize Winners
(Thank you to Isabel, Jane, Steve, Carol, Isla and others
for drawing the tickets at the AGM)
£100 ; 37 A Nicholls
Overnight stay at Bobbington Red Lion ; 254 J Baker
Dudmaston Voucher for 4 ; 908 V Corrabin
Breakfast Voucher at Quatt Shop ; 355 J Williams
Fish and Chip supper at Tony's Diner ; 88 C Evans
Artisan Glasses ; 446 Paul & Geoff
Tickets for a show at QVH ; 506 J Harris
Christmas Flower arg ; 1072 M Pearson
Christmas Cake ; 889 A Castle
Whiskey ; 824 A Gwillim
We would like to say a huge thank you to all the lovely people who bought tickets in our Christmas raffle and to the fabulous folks who donated such wonderful prizes we have amazing support .. You're the best.
Prize Winners
(Thank you to Isabel, Jane, Steve, Carol, Isla and others
for drawing the tickets at the AGM)
£100 ; 37 A Nicholls
Overnight stay at Bobbington Red Lion ; 254 J Baker
Dudmaston Voucher for 4 ; 908 V Corrabin
Breakfast Voucher at Quatt Shop ; 355 J Williams
Fish and Chip supper at Tony's Diner ; 88 C Evans
Artisan Glasses ; 446 Paul & Geoff
Tickets for a show at QVH ; 506 J Harris
Christmas Flower arg ; 1072 M Pearson
Christmas Cake ; 889 A Castle
Whiskey ; 824 A Gwillim
Saturday 9th October
Jacaranda
A new play by Lorna French
A Pentabus & Theatre by the Lake co-production.
'Sometimes it feels so exposing just walking in the village.
I told Jimmy to ignore it at first, he tried to, but it’s isolating he said, eyes on you, not a word spoken.
Even when you meet their eyes they don’t look away. Like they have a right to,
like you’re a spectacle, an object.’
Olivia has recently moved into her great uncle’s farmhouse. She’s not local, but she knows her way around. Matty is a gamekeeper, but he doesn’t often tell anyone.
He’s wary of newcomers.
These unlikely strangers find themselves beside a stream on the longest night of the year.
Pentabus and Theatre by the Lake present a brilliant new drama from award-winning playwright Lorna French which explores loss, love, prejudice, race and belonging.
Trigger Warning:
The play includes descriptions of pregnancy and child loss that could possibly be upsetting or triggering for anyone who has been affected by pregnancy loss or the death of a baby.
This is our first performance at the village hall and although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Play starts at 7.30pm, doors open 6.45pm Tickets £10 per person
Please bring your own drink.
Pentabus offers free tickets to people under the age of 25 (up to a maximum of 10
tickets per performance).
This is to actively attract a range of people and ages to this production.
Please contact us for more information
Please click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Jacaranda
A new play by Lorna French
A Pentabus & Theatre by the Lake co-production.
'Sometimes it feels so exposing just walking in the village.
I told Jimmy to ignore it at first, he tried to, but it’s isolating he said, eyes on you, not a word spoken.
Even when you meet their eyes they don’t look away. Like they have a right to,
like you’re a spectacle, an object.’
Olivia has recently moved into her great uncle’s farmhouse. She’s not local, but she knows her way around. Matty is a gamekeeper, but he doesn’t often tell anyone.
He’s wary of newcomers.
These unlikely strangers find themselves beside a stream on the longest night of the year.
Pentabus and Theatre by the Lake present a brilliant new drama from award-winning playwright Lorna French which explores loss, love, prejudice, race and belonging.
Trigger Warning:
The play includes descriptions of pregnancy and child loss that could possibly be upsetting or triggering for anyone who has been affected by pregnancy loss or the death of a baby.
This is our first performance at the village hall and although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Play starts at 7.30pm, doors open 6.45pm Tickets £10 per person
Please bring your own drink.
Pentabus offers free tickets to people under the age of 25 (up to a maximum of 10
tickets per performance).
This is to actively attract a range of people and ages to this production.
Please contact us for more information
Please click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
SUNDAY 5th SEPTEMBER
Whalebone
Our lovely Quatt Friends Whalebone are returning to play at Quatt Café courtyard. The acoustic guitar duo comprising Char Watson & Steve Downs, have been writing & composing instrumental music for steel string guitars, with nylon string, tenor, baritone, bouzouki & mandolin for the last 14 years.
Performed outdoors at Quatt Farm Shop & Café Courtyard
5.30pm - 7.30pm Approx.
Please bring your own refreshments.
Parking can be made at Quatt Village Hall car park or at the front of Quatt Farm Shop & Café.
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Tickets £10 per person
Please click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
SUNDAY 29th AUGUST
A Pentabus Theatre Production
Idyll
by Matt Hartley.
A captivating new play by award-winning playwright Matt Hartley
Performed outdoors at Quatt Farm Shop & Café Courtyard
Re-immerse yourselves in the magic of live theatre this summer.
Hot days have been frequent of late.
At first it was a welcome relief, a distraction, but these scorching days have brought a pattern. One that many in the village are tired of. Noise…. Cars…. Day trippers.
Now someone’s left a terrible mess in the woods and the village are about to fight back… Take a journey in to this rural idyll – you know it is beautiful, but scratch under the surface and tempers fray and danger bubbles…
Performed outdoors at Quatt Farm Shop & Café Courtyard
6pm - 6.45pm Approx.
Tickets £10 per person
Running time approximately 45mins with no interval Suitable for ages 12+
Please bring your own refreshments.
Parking can be made at Quatt Village Hall car park or at the front of Quatt Farm Shop & Café.
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Pentabus offers free tickets to people under the age of 25 (up to a maximum of 10
tickets per performance).
This is to actively attract a range of people and ages to this production.
More information about the scheme can be found here:
http://www.pentabus.co.uk/free-tickets-under-25s
Please click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
A Pentabus Theatre Production
Idyll
by Matt Hartley.
A captivating new play by award-winning playwright Matt Hartley
Performed outdoors at Quatt Farm Shop & Café Courtyard
Re-immerse yourselves in the magic of live theatre this summer.
Hot days have been frequent of late.
At first it was a welcome relief, a distraction, but these scorching days have brought a pattern. One that many in the village are tired of. Noise…. Cars…. Day trippers.
Now someone’s left a terrible mess in the woods and the village are about to fight back… Take a journey in to this rural idyll – you know it is beautiful, but scratch under the surface and tempers fray and danger bubbles…
Performed outdoors at Quatt Farm Shop & Café Courtyard
6pm - 6.45pm Approx.
Tickets £10 per person
Running time approximately 45mins with no interval Suitable for ages 12+
Please bring your own refreshments.
Parking can be made at Quatt Village Hall car park or at the front of Quatt Farm Shop & Café.
Although COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we politely ask attendees to be considerate to others. Many thanks.
Pentabus offers free tickets to people under the age of 25 (up to a maximum of 10
tickets per performance).
This is to actively attract a range of people and ages to this production.
More information about the scheme can be found here:
http://www.pentabus.co.uk/free-tickets-under-25s
Please click on the Ticket Source button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
First Place
9ft 5 1/2''
Imogen and Abigail, grand daughters to Bill and Isabel Faithful from Quatt.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
9ft 5 1/2''
Imogen and Abigail, grand daughters to Bill and Isabel Faithful from Quatt.
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
Second Place
9ft 3 1/2''
May and Maddie Jones
So very close, well done to you both.
9ft 3 1/2''
May and Maddie Jones
So very close, well done to you both.
Third Place
9ft 2 1/2''
Mark & Jackie Cooley
Well done to you both, the top three were all very close.
9ft 2 1/2''
Mark & Jackie Cooley
Well done to you both, the top three were all very close.
Honourable mentions
Hayley and Pete 7ft (Hayley in photo)
Barry and Nett Leach 7ft
Sue and Dave Link 5ft
Once again, many Thanks to all of you who took part. We hope it was a bit of fun and a little distraction in these strange times.
We will be distributing prizes to our winners very soon.
Hayley and Pete 7ft (Hayley in photo)
Barry and Nett Leach 7ft
Sue and Dave Link 5ft
Once again, many Thanks to all of you who took part. We hope it was a bit of fun and a little distraction in these strange times.
We will be distributing prizes to our winners very soon.
Sunday 8th March
WICKY WACKY WOO
The Busquitos
Come and have a fabulous fun afternoon with ...The Busquitos.
They play a very catchy mix of brilliantly played music, sung with an impressive Louis Armstrong like hoarse voice, and dazzling, funny entertainment that will put a smile on everyone's face! And if the time is right, they will mingle, wireless and play a serenade, organise a limbo- or line-dance or get the audience to sing along to one of their catchy jazzy tunes. Happy swingin' music for all ages!
Tickets £10 Adults £6 Children (14 and under)
From 2pm - 5pm
Refreshments available to purchase. Please bring your own drinks.
Check out the YouTube clip below the ''Book Now'' button.
This is an Arts Alive event so you can but tickets from their website too https://www.artsalive.co.uk/venue.aspx?id=14
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
Locally ..You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop
and cafe, so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
WICKY WACKY WOO
The Busquitos
Come and have a fabulous fun afternoon with ...The Busquitos.
They play a very catchy mix of brilliantly played music, sung with an impressive Louis Armstrong like hoarse voice, and dazzling, funny entertainment that will put a smile on everyone's face! And if the time is right, they will mingle, wireless and play a serenade, organise a limbo- or line-dance or get the audience to sing along to one of their catchy jazzy tunes. Happy swingin' music for all ages!
Tickets £10 Adults £6 Children (14 and under)
From 2pm - 5pm
Refreshments available to purchase. Please bring your own drinks.
Check out the YouTube clip below the ''Book Now'' button.
This is an Arts Alive event so you can but tickets from their website too https://www.artsalive.co.uk/venue.aspx?id=14
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
Locally ..You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop
and cafe, so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Sunday 23rd February
Saturday 8th February 2020
Quick Duck Theatre
Presents
Yours Sincerely
What happens when Will Jackson accidentally steals 300 second class stamps from the Post Office? Storytelling and lipsync cabaret collide in this queer coming of age comedy about the complications of 21st century communication. Yours Sincerely was originally produced by the Birmingham REP before running at VAULT Festival 2019.
Praise for Will Jackson’s work: “Wonderful, life-affirming, quirky and constantly appealing." - The Birmingham Post
7:30pm-10:30pm
Age Range: 13+
Tickets £10
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Presents
Yours Sincerely
What happens when Will Jackson accidentally steals 300 second class stamps from the Post Office? Storytelling and lipsync cabaret collide in this queer coming of age comedy about the complications of 21st century communication. Yours Sincerely was originally produced by the Birmingham REP before running at VAULT Festival 2019.
Praise for Will Jackson’s work: “Wonderful, life-affirming, quirky and constantly appealing." - The Birmingham Post
7:30pm-10:30pm
Age Range: 13+
Tickets £10
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Saturday 25th January 2020
Burns Night Supper
Once again, it's time to dust of your kilts and adorn your tartan.
Join us, once again, for a brilliant night of poetry, celebration, fun and frolics including the traditional Haggis meal. There will be live bagpipes (and piper/s) to bring an extra authentic feel to the nights proceedings.
A five course meal comes with wee drams of whiskey for the toasts of the evening.
An alternative to haggis and meat can be catered for, please let us know when you book.
Whiskey is included for toasts but please bring any other tipples with you.
Doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm start. the evening usually concludes at about 11pm
£20 per person
Please click on the button below to purchase your tickets or call
Box office number: 0333 666 3366
You can book at the Box Office 9 - 7 week days and 9 - 5 on Saturdays
You can get your tickets from our Community Box Office at Quatt Farm Shop,
so why not buy a coffee and some tickets at the same time.
Saturday 19th October
The Tale of Little Bevan
by Robert Alan Evans
In a peaceful Norfolk village, three people are seeking happiness. But as the harvest moon fills and the party begins, ancient forces are brought to life. While Tony and Mike get trapped in the tunnels below the village, Gill’s plan for revenge turns sour.
A darkly comic journey through 24 hours in the life of a village called Little Bevan, this new play by Robert Alan Evans promises live music, storytelling and the spirit of a 10th-century saint.
The Tale of Little Bevan has been created in collaboration with village hall promoters and rural communities across Norfolk and Suffolk - listening to their experiences, thoughts and concerns about living in rural villages in the twenty-first century.
‘We’re thrilled to be working with village hall promoters across Norfolk and Suffolk, in collaboration with Robert Alan Evans. Rob has listened, explored and responded to village life in East Anglia with this, funny and engaging romp of a play, exploring loneliness, community and the penchant for mystery evident in many rural communities.’
Pentabus Artistic Director, Sophie Motley
The Tale of Little Bevan
by Robert Alan Evans
In a peaceful Norfolk village, three people are seeking happiness. But as the harvest moon fills and the party begins, ancient forces are brought to life. While Tony and Mike get trapped in the tunnels below the village, Gill’s plan for revenge turns sour.
A darkly comic journey through 24 hours in the life of a village called Little Bevan, this new play by Robert Alan Evans promises live music, storytelling and the spirit of a 10th-century saint.
The Tale of Little Bevan has been created in collaboration with village hall promoters and rural communities across Norfolk and Suffolk - listening to their experiences, thoughts and concerns about living in rural villages in the twenty-first century.
‘We’re thrilled to be working with village hall promoters across Norfolk and Suffolk, in collaboration with Robert Alan Evans. Rob has listened, explored and responded to village life in East Anglia with this, funny and engaging romp of a play, exploring loneliness, community and the penchant for mystery evident in many rural communities.’
Pentabus Artistic Director, Sophie Motley
Saturday 1st June
The Chef Show
Supported by Arts Alive
A fusion of play and cookery demonstration, an award winning rural touring show. Two actors play all the roles in the story of a busy night in the local curry house. They are also joined by our favourite local chef, Lajina Leal of Lajina Masala - offering a spicy cookery demonstration. Includes a chance to share food and conversation with Lajina and the cast.
A show that will be deliciously entertaining for all the family!
Curry made by Lajina Leal will be available to buy f0r £5.00
Starts at 7.30pm
Tickets £10 adults, £6.00 children under 14.
As the show is nearly sold out, please contact Jackie to see if there are any places available, on 01746 781759
The Chef Show
Supported by Arts Alive
A fusion of play and cookery demonstration, an award winning rural touring show. Two actors play all the roles in the story of a busy night in the local curry house. They are also joined by our favourite local chef, Lajina Leal of Lajina Masala - offering a spicy cookery demonstration. Includes a chance to share food and conversation with Lajina and the cast.
A show that will be deliciously entertaining for all the family!
Curry made by Lajina Leal will be available to buy f0r £5.00
Starts at 7.30pm
Tickets £10 adults, £6.00 children under 14.
As the show is nearly sold out, please contact Jackie to see if there are any places available, on 01746 781759
Sunday 12th May
TANT AGM
(Tenants Association of The National Trust)
A warm welcome to those who live or work under the National Trust roof.
Update on TANTS work and questions from the floor.
Starts at 10.30am til 3.00pm at Quatt Village Hall.
Refreshments provided.
www.tantuk.org
TANT AGM
(Tenants Association of The National Trust)
A warm welcome to those who live or work under the National Trust roof.
Update on TANTS work and questions from the floor.
Starts at 10.30am til 3.00pm at Quatt Village Hall.
Refreshments provided.
www.tantuk.org
Saturday 11th May
Ron Block and Tony Furtado
Ron Block (of Alison Krauss & Union Station) is one of the biggest names on the American bluegrass scene, a stellar banjo player, superb guitarist, multiple Grammy winner and talented songwriter. Tony Furtado is an exceptional banjoist, slide guitarist, singer and songwriter who has also worked with many luminaries in the worlds of Americana, folk and blues. Ron and Tony are old friends, and this special duo collaboration is set to be an outstanding presentation of American roots music.
7.30pm start.
Please bring your own drinks.
£1o per person. This event is nearly sold out so please contact Jackie to see if there are any available tickets. Tel: 01746 781759
Sunday 28th April Easter Walk.
Meet at Quatt Village Hall at 2pm. Join us for our popular annual event.
A jolly walk across the Dudmaston Estate with prizes,
tea and delicious cakes will be available to buy afterwards.
Meet at Quatt Village Hall at 2pm. Join us for our popular annual event.
A jolly walk across the Dudmaston Estate with prizes,
tea and delicious cakes will be available to buy afterwards.
This year we will be joined by the fabulous singing duo
''The Smelly Cat Club''
''The Smelly Cat Club''
The Smelly Cat Club ( Rachel and Alan) are donating their time free of charge to support our charity. Please come along and enjoy their fun off the wall, humorous songs.
Starts at 2pm from Quatt Village Hall
£2.50 per person
To book please contact Jackie on 01746 781759
or
book via the PayPal button below.
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Starts at 2pm from Quatt Village Hall
£2.50 per person
To book please contact Jackie on 01746 781759
or
book via the PayPal button below.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Friday 5th April
Flocks of Words
A collaboration between award-winning acoustic trio
Whalebone and award-winning poet and author Kate Innes, Flocks of Words is an immersive, hypnotic blend of music and poetry exploring landscape and the human soul. Grounded in the Shropshire Hills where the artists live and work, the sounds and language quickly become the audiences own and the themes universal.
Starts at 7.30pm Please bring our own drinks.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Flocks of Words
A collaboration between award-winning acoustic trio
Whalebone and award-winning poet and author Kate Innes, Flocks of Words is an immersive, hypnotic blend of music and poetry exploring landscape and the human soul. Grounded in the Shropshire Hills where the artists live and work, the sounds and language quickly become the audiences own and the themes universal.
Starts at 7.30pm Please bring our own drinks.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
If you have difficulty paying by PayPal it may be because of the web browser used, Please try using a different browser. The Payment method has been tested successfully with Google's Chrome browser. Many thanks.
Kindful Cafe
Tree of Life - develop your own tree of life and find your true self and not just the version of you that others see and think they know with Artist and well-being practitioner Clare Wassermann.
Free to attend. Contact artyaml@aol.com or 07429 710171 to book a place.
This creative ‘kindful cafe’ is brought to you by Folk Community Group and is funded by Staffordshire ‘Tampon Tax’ Community Fund.
Saturday 9th March
Pudding Club - A Century of Puddings
Pudding Club - A Century of Puddings
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Life is sweet .... After January detoxification, forgoing all indulgence: the booze, the pies, the sweet treats ... Here comes The Pudding Club
If you’d like to join our pudding club, you’ll be able to try tasters of iconic puddings from the 1920’s to the present day, accompanied by atmospheric music from each decade too.
Decade (or pudding) related fancy dress is optional!
Tickets £10. Please bring your own drinks. 7.30pm til 10.30pm
Call Jackie on 01746781759 or head to PayPal button below.
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Life is sweet .... After January detoxification, forgoing all indulgence: the booze, the pies, the sweet treats ... Here comes The Pudding Club
If you’d like to join our pudding club, you’ll be able to try tasters of iconic puddings from the 1920’s to the present day, accompanied by atmospheric music from each decade too.
Decade (or pudding) related fancy dress is optional!
Tickets £10. Please bring your own drinks. 7.30pm til 10.30pm
Call Jackie on 01746781759 or head to PayPal button below.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Saturday 16th February 2019
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The GT's are a local band which cover the best of Mod, Ska and Soul. Recently played at Liverpool's Maida Vale live music venue, this is a band at the top of its game.
Tickets are likely to go quickly, so make sure you book yours soon.
£10 per head Samosa's to purchase £1.00 with salad
Doors open at 7.30pm for 8.00pm start.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Tickets are likely to go quickly, so make sure you book yours soon.
£10 per head Samosa's to purchase £1.00 with salad
Doors open at 7.30pm for 8.00pm start.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Saturday 9th February
SIT!
Supported by Arts Alive, poet Matt Harvey – known to Arts Alive audiences for his Wondermentalist show – returns with a collection of funny, mad, sad, strange drawings, mostly of dogs, by artist Claudia Schmid. All embellished for your delight and delectation with poems, captions and observations by Matt. We start with dogs and then move, via other strange and interesting creatures, slowly back to dogs. A funny, heart-warming hour and a bit, wrapped around a truly awesome interval.
He has a lovely understated manner and his poetry is full of humour, wry observations and tender reflections.
2.00pm* (Please note this is an afternoon performance)
Tickets £10 adults, £6.00 children. Please bring your own drinks. Cakes and scones will be available to buy.
Please contact Jackie or Steph on 01746 781759 or 781214 for bookings
or use the PayPal button below.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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SIT!
Supported by Arts Alive, poet Matt Harvey – known to Arts Alive audiences for his Wondermentalist show – returns with a collection of funny, mad, sad, strange drawings, mostly of dogs, by artist Claudia Schmid. All embellished for your delight and delectation with poems, captions and observations by Matt. We start with dogs and then move, via other strange and interesting creatures, slowly back to dogs. A funny, heart-warming hour and a bit, wrapped around a truly awesome interval.
He has a lovely understated manner and his poetry is full of humour, wry observations and tender reflections.
2.00pm* (Please note this is an afternoon performance)
Tickets £10 adults, £6.00 children. Please bring your own drinks. Cakes and scones will be available to buy.
Please contact Jackie or Steph on 01746 781759 or 781214 for bookings
or use the PayPal button below.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
If you have difficulty paying by PayPal it may be because of the web browser used, Please try using a different browser. The Payment method has been tested successfully with Google's Chrome browser. Many thanks.
Saturday 9th February
Pets and Their People Art Workshop
To accompany Sit! (see next event) we are also running a 'Pets and Their People' portrait art workshop with painter of people (and her cat Beeny) Tanya Raabe-Webber from 10.30am-12.30pm. Bring along a photo of yourself with your pet; dog, cat, rabbit, ferret, parrot, budgie, stick insect or any other kind of pet! See how Tanya captures the characters of pets and their people and have a go yourself! Fully inclusive and open to everyone.
£7.50 per person. Refreshments are available for donations.
Starts at 10.30am 'til 12.30pm
All proceeds of the workshop and refreshments will be donated to Shropshire Cat Rescue.
Please contact Jackie or Steph on 01746 781759 or 781214 for bookings or pay using the PayPal button below.
If you planning to also attend Sit! at 2.00pm you will be welcome to stay in the hall (eating cakes and drinking tea) until performance time (or take a stroll around the village or across the beautiful National Trust Dudmaston Estate).
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we havedecided t o absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
If you have difficulty paying by PayPal it may be because of the web browser used, Please try using a different browser. The Payment method has been tested successfully with Google's Chrome browser. Many thanks.
Pets and Their People Art Workshop
To accompany Sit! (see next event) we are also running a 'Pets and Their People' portrait art workshop with painter of people (and her cat Beeny) Tanya Raabe-Webber from 10.30am-12.30pm. Bring along a photo of yourself with your pet; dog, cat, rabbit, ferret, parrot, budgie, stick insect or any other kind of pet! See how Tanya captures the characters of pets and their people and have a go yourself! Fully inclusive and open to everyone.
£7.50 per person. Refreshments are available for donations.
Starts at 10.30am 'til 12.30pm
All proceeds of the workshop and refreshments will be donated to Shropshire Cat Rescue.
Please contact Jackie or Steph on 01746 781759 or 781214 for bookings or pay using the PayPal button below.
If you planning to also attend Sit! at 2.00pm you will be welcome to stay in the hall (eating cakes and drinking tea) until performance time (or take a stroll around the village or across the beautiful National Trust Dudmaston Estate).
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we havedecided t o absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
If you have difficulty paying by PayPal it may be because of the web browser used, Please try using a different browser. The Payment method has been tested successfully with Google's Chrome browser. Many thanks.
Saturday 26th January 2019
Ten Fantastic years
of Quatt Burns Night
Yes its been ten fabulous years, so once again, it's time to dust of your kilts and adorn your tartan.
Join us, once again, for a brilliant night of poetry, celebration, fun and frolics including the traditional Haggis meal. There will be live bagpipes (and piper/s) to bring an extra authentic feel to the nights proceedings.
A five course meal comes with wee drams of whiskey for the toasts of the evening.
An alternative to haggis and meat can be catered for, please let us know when you book.
Whiskey is included for toasts but please bring any other tipples with you.
Doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm start. the evening usually concludes at about 11pm
Ten Fantastic years
of Quatt Burns Night
Yes its been ten fabulous years, so once again, it's time to dust of your kilts and adorn your tartan.
Join us, once again, for a brilliant night of poetry, celebration, fun and frolics including the traditional Haggis meal. There will be live bagpipes (and piper/s) to bring an extra authentic feel to the nights proceedings.
A five course meal comes with wee drams of whiskey for the toasts of the evening.
An alternative to haggis and meat can be catered for, please let us know when you book.
Whiskey is included for toasts but please bring any other tipples with you.
Doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm start. the evening usually concludes at about 11pm
Friday 21st December
Christmas Flowering Arranging workshop
with Annette Nicholls
Local florist Annette will demonstrate techniques and inspire our own Christmas floral decorations that will last during the Christmas period. Foliage and oasis will be provided but please bring along any flowers, containers and decorations that you would like to use. This workshop is popular so please book sooner.
Christmas Flowering Arranging workshop
with Annette Nicholls
Local florist Annette will demonstrate techniques and inspire our own Christmas floral decorations that will last during the Christmas period. Foliage and oasis will be provided but please bring along any flowers, containers and decorations that you would like to use. This workshop is popular so please book sooner.
Saturday 15th December
Christmas Skittles
Christmas fun at the Village Hall ... Skittles.. buffet and games .. Ho Ho Ho ....
Please bring your own drinks 7.30pm Start
Adults £6 Children aged 14 and under £4
Saturday 17th November
RED LADDER THEATRE COMPANY
WRONG 'UN
A Suffragette’s Story February 1918, Parliament is poised to grant what the suffragettes have fought for – votes for women.
After years of direct action, imprisonment and force-feeding, it seems their time has come. A new musical drama, Wrong ‘Un tells the story a Lancashire mill-girl on her journey from schoolroom to prison cell and beyond.
Tickets: Adult: £10.00 Child: £6.00 Suitable for children 12+
Time: 2:00 pm Doors open at 1.15 pm
Enquiries: Call Jackie on 01746 781759 or Steph on 01746 781214
Extra Event Information
Please Bring your own drinks, nibbles will be available for purchase.
Please book tickets using the enquiry numbers or use the PayPal button below.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Click the link to listen for a taster of The Smelly Cat Club soundcloud.com/user-916267708?fbclid=IwAR2SmdbE59Y5NeZPyDA7X-JYzsYLWEViM3e397GEpR1tkW49kinzTHQtthA .
Thursday 1st November
THE BIG BANG GANG
SARAJEVO BIG BANG
In 1914 Gavrilio Princip killed Franz Ferdinand, heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary. Through stories, songs and a crazy cabaret, follow a cast of characters on a surprising journey through power struggles and secret machinations and understand just how we are all connected to the gunshot that started “The Great War." Maria is a professional storyteller and artist; Staffan a writer of books and plays who brings to life the historical background of the shot and its aftermath, while Eva is a singer, actress and dramatist. These talented Swedish performers take turns in pushing the story forwards, while tension mounts. Feel the magic! “Many thanks for a super theatre experience that was insightful, intimate and full of surprises” audience feedback.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Thursday 25th October
Tom the Station Master would like to invite you to
Quatt Valley Railway
A family day out.
For all model train enthusiasts, come and see Quatt's very own clockwork Railway.
11 am til 8 pm
Donations would be gratefully received. Funds raised are for
The Bridgnorth Lions Charity.
Teas and cakes will be available for purchase.
For more details of The Bridgnorth Lions, Please click HERE
Please note this is not Village Hall event.
Thursday 18th October
Crossings
Crossings
Pentabus and New Perspectives collaborate for the first time to present a new play by Edinburgh Fringe First winning playwright Deirdre Kinahan, to mark the centenary of the end of World War I.
In 1919, Badgersbridge Village Hall is Margaret’s domain and the last place she expected to come face to face with Grace; who knew and loved Margaret's brother. Through this chance meeting their two lives collide resulting in an unlikely pairing that will change the course of both of their futures
Fast forward to 2019. Sean can't find his mother to meet Mirjana from the care company, here to help her stay in her own home. Mirjana is from Sarajevo, but has lived in the village since escaping the war there as a teenager. The village hall has been her solace and proves an unlikely link between them.
With live music, waltzing and unexpected connections, two actors will dance you through a century exploring how we return, resettle and adapt.
Pentabus and New Perspectives are thrilled to announce our cast: Victoria Brazier whose recent works include The Secret Garden (York Theatre Royal and Theatre by the Lake) Hard Times (Northern Broadsides) and Three Mothers (Waterloo East) and Will O’Connell whose recent theatre includes Class (Traverse Theatre, Galway Arts Festival, Abbey Theatre, Dublin Theatre Festival), Swansong (Kilkenny Arts Festival) and Luck Just Kissed You Hello (HotForTheatre/GIAF/Dublin Theatre Festival). Victoria will play Margaret and Mirjana, and Will plays Grace and Sean.
The Production is directed by Pentabus Artistic Director Sophie Motley, with Set and Lighting designed by Sarah Jane Shiels, Sound Design by Helen Skiera and Costume & Props by Carl Davies.
Pentabus will be offering Closed Captions for the performance via The Difference Engine.They have up to 6 tablets available, 2 have been booked and if you’d like to book one, please let us know. You can also set up captions via your mobile phone or android device on the night.
Please feel free to bring along your own drinks, nibbles will be available to purchase.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Tangram Theatre
Hundred Different Words for Love
Friday 28th September
Three years ago, James met the love of his life. A year ago, they broke up. Blending theatre, comedy and live music, this is a hilarious, heart-lifting story of romance, despair and friendship – from one of the UK’s most acclaimed storytellers, who charmed Arts Alive audiences last year with 'Team Viking.' **** 'A master storyteller – with wit and charm in abundance’ WhatsOnStage **** ‘A triumph...will find a way to break (and mend) your heart’ Broadway Baby.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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Hundred Different Words for Love
Friday 28th September
Three years ago, James met the love of his life. A year ago, they broke up. Blending theatre, comedy and live music, this is a hilarious, heart-lifting story of romance, despair and friendship – from one of the UK’s most acclaimed storytellers, who charmed Arts Alive audiences last year with 'Team Viking.' **** 'A master storyteller – with wit and charm in abundance’ WhatsOnStage **** ‘A triumph...will find a way to break (and mend) your heart’ Broadway Baby.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
If you have difficulty paying by PayPal it may be because of the web browser used, Please try using a different browser. The Payment method has been tested successfully with Google's Chrome browser. Many thanks.
Sunday 1st July 2018
Quatt Malvern
Parish Party
Dear Resident of Quatt Malvern Parish.
You are invited to A PARISH PARTY, to discuss and consult on the formation of a Parish Plan. We would like to hear from you; what you enjoy, value or even dislike in the community. This will be the start of a process which may also include questionnaires going out to every individual over 16. There will be processes to engage younger residents too.
We hope the day will be informative but also fun.
Time: Drop in between 11am and 4pm
Venue: Quatt Cricket Pavilion (free car parking)
Free refreshments, including pig roast, teas and coffee. (Vegetarian options available)
Alcohol can be bought from the Pavilion bar.
Prize Draw, win some fabulous prizes.
Activities / demonstrations for all, including children.
For more information, contact Jackie on 01746 781759, Ann on 01952 503517 or Bill on 01746 766941
Parish Party
Dear Resident of Quatt Malvern Parish.
You are invited to A PARISH PARTY, to discuss and consult on the formation of a Parish Plan. We would like to hear from you; what you enjoy, value or even dislike in the community. This will be the start of a process which may also include questionnaires going out to every individual over 16. There will be processes to engage younger residents too.
We hope the day will be informative but also fun.
Time: Drop in between 11am and 4pm
Venue: Quatt Cricket Pavilion (free car parking)
Free refreshments, including pig roast, teas and coffee. (Vegetarian options available)
Alcohol can be bought from the Pavilion bar.
Prize Draw, win some fabulous prizes.
Activities / demonstrations for all, including children.
For more information, contact Jackie on 01746 781759, Ann on 01952 503517 or Bill on 01746 766941
Saturday 19th May
Will Pound’s Through the Seasons
The Music of Morris
and
Folk Dance
Will Pound, Benji Kirkpatrick (Bellowhead, Faustus) and Ross Grant (Inlay), with the support of archive footage and photos plus stories from Debs Newbold, bring the Morris and folk dance year to life, a unique and powerful musical experience in English culture, tradition and history for all.
A celebration of the year of folk dance, Through the Seasons gives audiences a chance to experience three exceptional musicians showcase beautiful arrangements of traditional dance tunes and songs, bringing their innovative and playful style with all the joy of a summer’s festival to the thrill of a winter’s fireside rapper sword-dance.
Will Pound is an award-winning professional harmonica and melodeon player. He has been nominated 3 times (in 2012, 2014 and 2015) for BBC Folk Musician of the Year, as well as winning Fatea Musician of the Year 2014 and 2015.
Benji Kirkpatrick (Bellowhead, Faustus, The Transports) plays bouzouki, banjo, mandolin and vocals.
Ross Grant (Inlay) is on violin and vocals, with a background in classical as well as folk music.
Debs Newbold is one of the UK’s most exciting and skilled writer-performers, creating playful, thoughtful work that can get deep under the skin. Her work puts the poetic and the irreverent side by side, and often mixes modern theatre forms with the intimacy and informality of storytelling. Debs regularly plays venues as diverse as the Royal Opera House, the British Library, the Southbank Centre, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and Quatt Village Hall(!) as well as many prestigious theatres and festivals both in the UK and abroad.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
If you have difficulty paying by PayPal it may be because of the web browser used, Please try using a different browser. The Payment method has been tested successfully with Google's Chrome browser. Many thanks.
Will Pound’s Through the Seasons
The Music of Morris
and
Folk Dance
Will Pound, Benji Kirkpatrick (Bellowhead, Faustus) and Ross Grant (Inlay), with the support of archive footage and photos plus stories from Debs Newbold, bring the Morris and folk dance year to life, a unique and powerful musical experience in English culture, tradition and history for all.
A celebration of the year of folk dance, Through the Seasons gives audiences a chance to experience three exceptional musicians showcase beautiful arrangements of traditional dance tunes and songs, bringing their innovative and playful style with all the joy of a summer’s festival to the thrill of a winter’s fireside rapper sword-dance.
Will Pound is an award-winning professional harmonica and melodeon player. He has been nominated 3 times (in 2012, 2014 and 2015) for BBC Folk Musician of the Year, as well as winning Fatea Musician of the Year 2014 and 2015.
Benji Kirkpatrick (Bellowhead, Faustus, The Transports) plays bouzouki, banjo, mandolin and vocals.
Ross Grant (Inlay) is on violin and vocals, with a background in classical as well as folk music.
Debs Newbold is one of the UK’s most exciting and skilled writer-performers, creating playful, thoughtful work that can get deep under the skin. Her work puts the poetic and the irreverent side by side, and often mixes modern theatre forms with the intimacy and informality of storytelling. Debs regularly plays venues as diverse as the Royal Opera House, the British Library, the Southbank Centre, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and Quatt Village Hall(!) as well as many prestigious theatres and festivals both in the UK and abroad.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
If you have difficulty paying by PayPal it may be because of the web browser used, Please try using a different browser. The Payment method has been tested successfully with Google's Chrome browser. Many thanks.
Monday 9th April
www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../dash-processions...
PROCESSIONS
Creative Banner Making Workshops at DASH
by DASH
PROCESSIONS is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take part in a mass participation artwork to celebrate one hundred years of votes for women.
DASH is one of 100 organisations working with women artists up and down the country in the lead-up to the event, as part of an extensive public programme of creative workshops to create 100 centenary banners which will form part of this vast artwork.
The banner-making workshops will focus on text and textiles, echoing the practices of the women's suffrage campaign and will be spaces to consider the power of the vote today and our shared future. The banners made will represent and celebrate the diverse voices of women and girls from different backgrounds.
The lead artist for DASH is Anne Marie Lagram, a Shropshire based artist who recently completed an Arts Council funded project called Medgel – Portrait of a Witch https://amlartist.com/
DASH is working with The Hive, SAND, Participate Artspace and Quatt Village Hall to create a series of inclusive workshops for all women* .
* women and those who identify as non binary.
The event starts at 11am until 2pm on both dates.
The event is free, to participate please book via DASH at
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../dash-processions...
Please have a look at the wonderful blog written by Ann Marie Lagram of our first session at the hall. please click on the link below. https://amlartist.com/2018/03/15/cometogether/
www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../dash-processions...
PROCESSIONS
Creative Banner Making Workshops at DASH
by DASH
PROCESSIONS is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take part in a mass participation artwork to celebrate one hundred years of votes for women.
DASH is one of 100 organisations working with women artists up and down the country in the lead-up to the event, as part of an extensive public programme of creative workshops to create 100 centenary banners which will form part of this vast artwork.
The banner-making workshops will focus on text and textiles, echoing the practices of the women's suffrage campaign and will be spaces to consider the power of the vote today and our shared future. The banners made will represent and celebrate the diverse voices of women and girls from different backgrounds.
The lead artist for DASH is Anne Marie Lagram, a Shropshire based artist who recently completed an Arts Council funded project called Medgel – Portrait of a Witch https://amlartist.com/
DASH is working with The Hive, SAND, Participate Artspace and Quatt Village Hall to create a series of inclusive workshops for all women* .
* women and those who identify as non binary.
The event starts at 11am until 2pm on both dates.
The event is free, to participate please book via DASH at
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../dash-processions...
Please have a look at the wonderful blog written by Ann Marie Lagram of our first session at the hall. please click on the link below. https://amlartist.com/2018/03/15/cometogether/
Your Bard -
written and performedby Nicholas Collett
(additional material by William Shakespeare).
Saturday 7th April
Professor Nother is giving a talk about Shakespeare authorship in the function room at the Shakespeare pub – but he doesn’t believe the man from Stratford wrote those plays. That’s Will’s cue to kick the door off the hinges and defend his reputation. Come and meet the man himself and take the lid off a legend in your local. He’ll tell you all about his family, what it’s like on tour and the glory days at the Globe. Queen Elizabeth I, Christopher Marlowe and Ned Alleyn – you’ll meet them too. Intermingled with a few of his greatest hits - and maybe a sonnet or a song.
There’s no fourth wall here – we’re all in this together!!
Ladies and gentlemen raise your glasses – Your Bard!
A welcome return by Nicholas who has previously brought us Spitfire Solo and Nelson The Sailors' Story.
Tea and cake will be available to purchase but please bring any other drink with you. Thank you.
Tickets £10. 7.30pm start.
Call Jackie on 01746 781759 or book via PayPal below.
Due to new legislation, starting 13th January 2018, regarding making payments via credit or debit cards, we have decided to absorb the cost of these transactions until further notice.
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written and performedby Nicholas Collett
(additional material by William Shakespeare).
Saturday 7th April
Professor Nother is giving a talk about Shakespeare authorship in the function room at the Shakespeare pub – but he doesn’t believe the man from Stratford wrote those plays. That’s Will’s cue to kick the door off the hinges and defend his reputation. Come and meet the man himself and take the lid off a legend in your local. He’ll tell you all about his family, what it’s like on tour and the glory days at the Globe. Queen Elizabeth I, Christopher Marlowe and Ned Alleyn – you’ll meet them too. Intermingled with a few of his greatest hits - and maybe a sonnet or a song.
There’s no fourth wall here – we’re all in this together!!
Ladies and gentlemen raise your glasses – Your Bard!
A welcome return by Nicholas who has previously brought us Spitfire Solo and Nelson The Sailors' Story.
Tea and cake will be available to purchase but please bring any other drink with you. Thank you.
Tickets £10. 7.30pm start.
Call Jackie on 01746 781759 or book via PayPal below.
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Saturday 31st March 2018
Fabulous Felting and Embroidery
by Tilly Tea Dance
Produce your own piece of textile art in this one day creative workshop by Shropshire-based textile artist Maxine Smith. Learn how to combine needle felting and hand embroidery to produce a stunning and unique piece of framed artwork for your home or a gift for someone special. All materials are supplied including a frame to mount your finished piece. No experience or equipment needed.
Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Bring your own lunch.
£45 per person
Please note this is not a Village Hall event.
by Tilly Tea Dance
Produce your own piece of textile art in this one day creative workshop by Shropshire-based textile artist Maxine Smith. Learn how to combine needle felting and hand embroidery to produce a stunning and unique piece of framed artwork for your home or a gift for someone special. All materials are supplied including a frame to mount your finished piece. No experience or equipment needed.
Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Bring your own lunch.
£45 per person
Please note this is not a Village Hall event.
The Dancing Club
Friday 23rd March,
An empty ballroom is brought to life as tales of dancing and music across generations wake up dance teachers Frank and Wynn. After World War II they inspire a town to keep moving through the traditions of ballroom dance to the explosion of rock and roll, northern soul and disco. A space to express yourself, you can learn the waltz one night and see Marc Bolan and Captain Beefheart the next. Everyone is welcome in The Dancing Club as dreams are made and refuge found. It’s time to learn a new dance and you’re all welcome to try a few steps
The Dancing Club is based around the true story of Kidderminster legends Frank and Wynn Freeman and comes to life following interviews with over 100 residents of the Worcestershire town.
Friday 23rd March,
An empty ballroom is brought to life as tales of dancing and music across generations wake up dance teachers Frank and Wynn. After World War II they inspire a town to keep moving through the traditions of ballroom dance to the explosion of rock and roll, northern soul and disco. A space to express yourself, you can learn the waltz one night and see Marc Bolan and Captain Beefheart the next. Everyone is welcome in The Dancing Club as dreams are made and refuge found. It’s time to learn a new dance and you’re all welcome to try a few steps
The Dancing Club is based around the true story of Kidderminster legends Frank and Wynn Freeman and comes to life following interviews with over 100 residents of the Worcestershire town.
Saturday 17th February 2018
Whalebone Mirabilia Tour
Whalebone Mirabilia Tour
Whalebone’s Mirabilia tour features high energy acoustic music alongside haunting atmospheric tunes. The show includes brand-new material from their new album 'Mirabilia', inventive interpretations of traditional music, rock classics and original material from their award winning albums along with tall tales, folklore and myths which inspired the music. With artistic sensitivity always at the fore coupled with their charismatic rapport at live shows Whalebone continue to seduce audiences wherever they perform.
Saturday 27th January 2018
Quatt Burns Night
Time to dust of your kilts and adorn your tartan.
Well once again it was a fabulous night of food, wee drams, poems, singing and dancing.
Thank you so much to those who took part during the evening and a big thank you to all of you for making Burns Night such a success
Please check out the slideshow and the YouTube clip kindly taken by Matthew Ward of HistoryNeedsYou.
Thursday 23rd November
Open your eyes to sight loss, whilst you awaken and focus on your other senses and help RNIB support those living with limited vision.
Join Kate for a gentle and uplifting practice to help highlight the challenges of living with sight loss.
A donation only class, all proceeds will go to RNIB.
Please bring a light scarf and a blanket with you, mats are available but please bring your own if you have one as numbers are limited.
A 45 minute practice followed by tea and cake
Join Kate for a gentle and uplifting practice to help highlight the challenges of living with sight loss.
A donation only class, all proceeds will go to RNIB.
Please bring a light scarf and a blanket with you, mats are available but please bring your own if you have one as numbers are limited.
A 45 minute practice followed by tea and cake
Friday 10th November
Team Viking
When James’s best friend was diagnosed with terminal cancer, his last wish was to have a full viking burial. This is the remarkable, hilarious, heart-lifting and outlandish story of how James actually gave his best mate the send-off he wanted.
A critically acclaimed, comic ode to death and friendship – told through storytelling, comedy, theatre and live music.
5* reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe. “Heart-lifting and incredibly moving…joyous”.
Doors open at 7.00 pm for 7.30 start. Refreshments available for purchase.
Tickets £10. Suitable for ages 14+.
Contact Jackie on 01746 781759 to book or use the PayPal button below.
Please note if you are using PayPal to buy tickets, due to ongoing charges made by PayPal, regretfully we
have had to increase our booking fee to £1 to cover this.
Saturday 28th October
An Evening of Delectable Terror From Weeping Bank Productions,
Featuring two ghost stories
by A.G. Smith
Read by
'The Librarian'’.
Doors open at 7.00pm for 7.30 start.
£10 per person. Not suitable for children under 12
or people of a nervous disposition.
Complimentary cup of mulled wine included.
Other refreshments will be available to purchase.
Please contact Jackie to book on 01746 781759 or use the PayPal button below.
Please note if you are using PayPal to buy tickets, due to ongoing charges made by PayPal, regretfully we
have had to increase our booking fee to £1 to cover this.
Saturday 14th October
Just how much WILD are YOU comfortable with?
One extraordinary day in an average British village.
Someone has seen a wolf. Where did they come from? Someone must be able to do something about them. Otherwise, how will our children get to school? And how will we all get to line dancing in the village hall?
This new play from Olivier-nominated playwright Joel Horwood explores just how much wild we’re comfortable with. If you re-introduce a species, can you ever go back?
Writer Joel Horwood said: I grew up dancing at birthday parties, attending wakes and watching plays in village halls. Pentabus have always made challenging and engaging work for these spaces and audiences and I am delighted to be a part of this latest venture. At a time of such political division, it is essential that we find ways to speak to one another deeply; Pentabus have always aimed to do this through their choices of subject matter and their touring ambitions.
Pentabus are thrilled to announce our cast: Helena Lymbery whose recent works includes Harry Potter and The Cursed Child – Parts 1 and 2 at Palace Theatre , Treasure Island and This House at the National Theatre and Stacey Evans whose recent works includes Kids in Love for Ealing Studios and Seat 25, Winner of Best British Film at the London Film Awards. Stacey and Helena will perform multiple roles as they summon into being one extraordinary day in an average British village. The audience are invited on an entertaining imaginative journey, as community spirit overcomes fear.
Directed by Artistic Director Sophie Motley, designed by Carla Goodman, lighting designed by Azusa Ono with Movement Direction from Kitty Winter.
Artistic Director Sophie Motley said: Joel’s brilliant play utterly captures how the wild outside can frighten, delight and ultimately coalesce a rural community. His observations are beautiful; intricate characters ageing from 11 to 80 are portrayed with great depth, dexterity and a wry smile. I feel privileged to make my Pentabus directing debut with this play.
Just how much wild are you comfortable with?
One extraordinary day in an average British village.
Someone has seen a wolf. Where did they come from? Someone must be able to do something about them. Otherwise, how will our children get to school? And how will we all get to line dancing in the village hall?
This new play from Olivier-nominated playwright Joel Horwood explores just how much wild we’re comfortable with. If you re-introduce a species, can you ever go back?
Writer Joel Horwood said: I grew up dancing at birthday parties, attending wakes and watching plays in village halls. Pentabus have always made challenging and engaging work for these spaces and audiences and I am delighted to be a part of this latest venture. At a time of such political division, it is essential that we find ways to speak to one another deeply; Pentabus have always aimed to do this through their choices of subject matter and their touring ambitions.
Pentabus are thrilled to announce our cast: Helena Lymbery whose recent works includes Harry Potter and The Cursed Child – Parts 1 and 2 at Palace Theatre , Treasure Island and This House at the National Theatre and Stacey Evans whose recent works includes Kids in Love for Ealing Studios and Seat 25, Winner of Best British Film at the London Film Awards. Stacey and Helena will perform multiple roles as they summon into being one extraordinary day in an average British village. The audience are invited on an entertaining imaginative journey, as community spirit overcomes fear.
Directed by Artistic Director Sophie Motley, designed by Carla Goodman, lighting designed by Azusa Ono with Movement Direction from Kitty Winter.
Artistic Director Sophie Motley said: Joel’s brilliant play utterly captures how the wild outside can frighten, delight and ultimately coalesce a rural community. His observations are beautiful; intricate characters ageing from 11 to 80 are portrayed with great depth, dexterity and a wry smile. I feel privileged to make my Pentabus directing debut with this play.
Just how much wild are you comfortable with?
Doors open at 7pm for 7-30pm start Refreshments available.
£10 per person
Please contact Jackie to book on 01746 781759 or use the PayPal button below.
Please note if you are using PayPal to buy tickets, due to ongoing charges made by PayPal, regretfully we
have had to increase our booking fee to £1 to cover this.
£10 per person
Please contact Jackie to book on 01746 781759 or use the PayPal button below.
Please note if you are using PayPal to buy tickets, due to ongoing charges made by PayPal, regretfully we
have had to increase our booking fee to £1 to cover this.
Friday 28th July
FREE
Drawing in Shropshire's second meet-up.
"Drawing in Shropshire – Social gatherings with a twist:
Chat with friends, meet like-minded people and enjoy a drink or two, whilst experiencing drawing, not as a means of creating an artwork or a design, but purely as a fun recreational activity in its own right.
Come along to take part in silly games, inventive exercises and quirky challenges.
Drawing in Shropshire was begun by local artist Sam Brett-Atkin.
Monthly meet-ups take place in different venues around the county.
Pens, pencils and paper are provided, but it's recommended that attendees also bring their own."
Thanks to Jackie Cooley for suggesting Quatt Village Hall for this meet-up's venue.
Refreshments will be available to purchase on the evening.
There are more spaces available this time and I am really looking forward to a bigger gathering.
Starts at 7pm until 9pm
Drawing in Shropshire's second meet-up.
"Drawing in Shropshire – Social gatherings with a twist:
Chat with friends, meet like-minded people and enjoy a drink or two, whilst experiencing drawing, not as a means of creating an artwork or a design, but purely as a fun recreational activity in its own right.
Come along to take part in silly games, inventive exercises and quirky challenges.
Drawing in Shropshire was begun by local artist Sam Brett-Atkin.
Monthly meet-ups take place in different venues around the county.
Pens, pencils and paper are provided, but it's recommended that attendees also bring their own."
Thanks to Jackie Cooley for suggesting Quatt Village Hall for this meet-up's venue.
Refreshments will be available to purchase on the evening.
There are more spaces available this time and I am really looking forward to a bigger gathering.
Starts at 7pm until 9pm
Bridgnorth Walk
Monday 29th May
Monday 29th May
We are proud to have the following people walk as the Quatt Strollers.
Charities we are walking for this year are for Quatt Village Hall, Guillain-Barre & Associated Inflammatory http://www.gaincharity.org.uk/ and Headway
http://headwayshropshire.org.uk/
Please help us raise lots of lovely lolly
Thank you xx
Charities we are walking for this year are for Quatt Village Hall, Guillain-Barre & Associated Inflammatory http://www.gaincharity.org.uk/ and Headway
http://headwayshropshire.org.uk/
Please help us raise lots of lovely lolly
Thank you xx
Jack Bradley
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Peter Boileau and Mark Cooley
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Georgia Hodgson
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Lisa Wall
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Hayley Dorrington
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Mark Embrey
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Saturday 17th June
Hickman and Cassidy
Quatt Village Hall are excited to announce the return of this hugely popular duo. Hickman’s emotive, soaring vocals and driving guitar is complemented by Cassidy’s ingenious and virtuosic fiddling. Their sound flows from the connection between British and American folk and is bursting with all the humour, heartbreak and excitement of these genres. The lively English wit of Hickman is set against Cassidy’s bone-dry irony and American drawl as they take audiences on a dynamic and unforgettable transatlantic journey.
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Saturday 20th May
Black Country Poetry Night Three different poets, three very different styles. Expect an evening of wit, wisdom and wry humour, with a good dollop of the Black Country thrown in! Jane Seabourne, Brendan Hawthorne and Emma Purshouse are coming to entertain you! |
Emma Purshouse
Jane Seabourne
Brendan Hawthorne
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Come and create a beautiful centrepiece and bring spring into your home.
Florist Annette Nicholls will help us look at colour and form to create a stunning centrepiece. She will show you how to combine the Easter themes, elegant flowers, and foliage or eggs and bunnies to create something special.
You need to bring the bowl, basket or plate to contain the arrangement, plus flowers and anything you would like to incorporate in your design.
Florist Annette Nicholls will help us look at colour and form to create a stunning centrepiece. She will show you how to combine the Easter themes, elegant flowers, and foliage or eggs and bunnies to create something special.
You need to bring the bowl, basket or plate to contain the arrangement, plus flowers and anything you would like to incorporate in your design.
Saturday 8th April
Alex Vann, Beyond Borders.
Singer-songwriter Alex Vann presents Beyond Borders, a lively and entertaining multi-media & musical journey, originally devised by Rich McMahon that explores common ground in songs from a range of eras, styles & genres: from Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel, Cat Stevens, Ralph McTell and the Beatles, to original works by Rich McMahon and Alex himself. The songs are connected through their themes of 'People, Places and Perspectives’.
Saturday 11th March
Paradise Lost (Lies Unopened Beside Me) by Lost Dog,
supported by Arts Alive.
Paradise Lost (Lies Unopened Beside Me) by Lost Dog,
supported by Arts Alive.
A one man staging of Milton’s epic Paradise Lost and not like whatever came into your head when you read the first bit of that sentence. Combining theatre, comedy and movement this is a journey through the story of the creation of everything condensed into 75 minutes. A show which brings you the highlights of this well known but often forgotten story beginning with Lucifer’s rebellion and ending with Adam and Eve’s expulsion from the garden of Eden. A single man plays all the characters, creates all the scenes and, despite his best efforts, falls a little short of perfection. A show for anyone who has created anything (child, garden, paper aeroplane) and then watched it spiral out of control.
https://www.theguardian.com/stage/theatreblog/2015/may/19/a-nations-theatre-ben-duke-lost-dog-on-leaving-london
https://www.theguardian.com/stage/theatreblog/2015/may/19/a-nations-theatre-ben-duke-lost-dog-on-leaving-london
Wednesday 21st December
Christmas Flowering Arranging workshop
with Annette Nicholls
Local florist Annette will demonstrate techniques and inspire our own Christmas floral decorations that will last during the Christmas period. Foliage and oasis will be provided but please bring along any flowers, containers and decorations that you would like to use. This workshop is popular.
Christmas Flowering Arranging workshop
with Annette Nicholls
Local florist Annette will demonstrate techniques and inspire our own Christmas floral decorations that will last during the Christmas period. Foliage and oasis will be provided but please bring along any flowers, containers and decorations that you would like to use. This workshop is popular.
Saturday 10th December Christmas Skittles Night
Join us for a skittles night with a Christmas party atmosphere! Please bring your own drinks, light buffet included.
Starts at 7.30pm.
Tickets £6.00 adults, £4.00 children (14 and under).
This production is supported by
Arts Alive
Saturday 3rd December
Lost In Blue
Written and Performed by Debs Newbold
Lost In Blue
Written and Performed by Debs Newbold
When she was three years old, Annie’s life was suddenly skewed off-course. On her 18th birthday it threatens to happen again.
What is it like to be in a coma? To love someone in a coma? What would Vincent van Gogh say if you hung out with him in his studio at Arles? And what does a pigeon called Muhammad Ali eat for breakfast?
Lost in Blue is a funny, poignant one-woman show from renowned performer Debs Newbold, fuelled by innovative sound technology to tell a powerful story about art, love and letting go.
“Unmissable. Quicksilver movements and a sense of humour make her compulsive viewing and listening.” EFestivals
“One unfeasibly talented woman.” Views From The Gods
(approx 90 mins long)
Written and Performed by Debs Newbold
Directed by John Wright
Sound Design: Kieran Lucas
Produced by Nimble Fish
N.B. This production maybe considered appropriate for people 15+
What is it like to be in a coma? To love someone in a coma? What would Vincent van Gogh say if you hung out with him in his studio at Arles? And what does a pigeon called Muhammad Ali eat for breakfast?
Lost in Blue is a funny, poignant one-woman show from renowned performer Debs Newbold, fuelled by innovative sound technology to tell a powerful story about art, love and letting go.
“Unmissable. Quicksilver movements and a sense of humour make her compulsive viewing and listening.” EFestivals
“One unfeasibly talented woman.” Views From The Gods
(approx 90 mins long)
Written and Performed by Debs Newbold
Directed by John Wright
Sound Design: Kieran Lucas
Produced by Nimble Fish
N.B. This production maybe considered appropriate for people 15+
Saturday 26th November
From Here
to
Absurdity
If you fancy live comedy that’s a bit different to regular stand-up, and enjoy a show that recalls the spirit of Peter Cook and Beyond the Fringe, this satirical sketch show could be well to your taste. FHTA has had success at the Edinburgh Fringe and various comedy festivals across the country.
Saturday 29th October 2016
Produce your own piece of textile Art in this one day creative workshop by Shropshire-based textile artist Maxine Smith. Learn how to combine needle felting and hand embroidery to produce a stunning and unique piece of framed artwork for your home or a gift for someone special. All materials are supplied including a frame to mount your finished piece.
Produce your own piece of textile Art in this one day creative workshop by Shropshire-based textile artist Maxine Smith. Learn how to combine needle felting and hand embroidery to produce a stunning and unique piece of framed artwork for your home or a gift for someone special. All materials are supplied including a frame to mount your finished piece.
Saturday 15th October
Here I Belong
Presented by
Pentabus Rural Theatre Company.
Here I Belong is a sensitive, charming and honest portrayal about changing village life and the right to grow old in your own home. You'll meet Elsie. It's her 90th birthday and you're invited to the village hall to celebrate.
Two actors tell Elsie’s story over four scenes. The first is set in 1953, as she decorates her village hall in preparation for the coronation party. The second in 1979, on the eve of the general election. Then after the interval it’s 1996 and the hall turns into the venue for a wake for a valued village resident. And the final scene is set, as she asks the village to come together to celebrate her 90th birthday.
Saturday 15th October
Our Elsie's Celebration
Table
The Big Draw Art Workshop
with Tanya Raabe-Webber.
At Quatt Village Hall we are delighted to be joined by Big Draw Ambassador Tanya Raabe-Webber for our Big Draw event.
Amongst other projects, Tanya is currently working on Portraits Untold, an ambitious and unique project exploring and celebrating the diversity of common humanity through a series of four live portrait sittings with high profile sitters in well-known venues across the UK. www.portraitsuntold.co.uk
Food and celebration is the theme for our workshop, tied in with a Pentabus Rural Theatre Company play Here I Belong which is being performed on the same day later in the evening. Here I Belong celebrates the birthday of 90 year old Elsie, who has lived in a village her whole life. There is a party at the village hall to celebrate.
At the workshop we will draw from our memories of family celebrations, parties and gatherings to design, draw and create all the elements needed for a celebratory table full of cakes and food.
Please bring with you photos of your family celebration tables of party food to inspire Our Elsie's Celebration Table
As always, delicious cakes and tea will be available for participants to buy.
11.00am-1.00pm
Our Elsie's Celebration
Table
The Big Draw Art Workshop
with Tanya Raabe-Webber.
At Quatt Village Hall we are delighted to be joined by Big Draw Ambassador Tanya Raabe-Webber for our Big Draw event.
Amongst other projects, Tanya is currently working on Portraits Untold, an ambitious and unique project exploring and celebrating the diversity of common humanity through a series of four live portrait sittings with high profile sitters in well-known venues across the UK. www.portraitsuntold.co.uk
Food and celebration is the theme for our workshop, tied in with a Pentabus Rural Theatre Company play Here I Belong which is being performed on the same day later in the evening. Here I Belong celebrates the birthday of 90 year old Elsie, who has lived in a village her whole life. There is a party at the village hall to celebrate.
At the workshop we will draw from our memories of family celebrations, parties and gatherings to design, draw and create all the elements needed for a celebratory table full of cakes and food.
Please bring with you photos of your family celebration tables of party food to inspire Our Elsie's Celebration Table
As always, delicious cakes and tea will be available for participants to buy.
11.00am-1.00pm
This production is supported by Arts Alive
Friday 30th September
My Big Fat Cowpat Wedding
by Sayan Kent
You are invited to join the guests at Clare and Arjun’s wedding reception. It’s a celebration of a mixed marriage between a country girl and a lad from the city, with all their friends and family. What could possibly go wrong?
This fast moving comedy drama is full of mishaps and misunderstandings with plenty of neat twists and a disco/ Bhangra dance for everyone to join in at the end.
Everyone loves a wedding don’t they?
Dress: Smart casual. Hats welcome. Wellington boots optional.
Based on real people’s experience of mixed marriages or rural weddings attended by city dwellers out of their comfort zone, this is a fun, light hearted exploration of relationships across the divides of rural/urban, race and gender.
A co-production between Kali Theatre/Black Country Touring/Arts Alive.
Directed by Janet Steel and Steve Johnstone
Whalebone
Saturday 10th September
Whalebone’s current favourite quote about themselves is this: “a happy trio who laugh in the face of danger and take the folk idiom by the scruff of the neck” (Instrumentali Musicali, July 2013). It points straight to the fun and the energy they find playing together, and the fact that whilst they might have started out being labelled as a folk trio (mostly because of the instruments they play) the true position these days is far richer and more complicated.
Whalebone are a trio, playing acoustic guitars and fiddle (plus a few other bits and pieces when the mood takes them – their latest album features an eight-string baritone guitar, mandolin, cello and many and various bits of percussion).
They have fans with a diverse array of musical tastes, who can all find something to enjoy amidst the fiery and emotive original material, supercharged renditions of traditional music and wild re-workings of rock guitar classics played with dazzling virtuosity (and a violin).
Saturday 10th September
Whalebone’s current favourite quote about themselves is this: “a happy trio who laugh in the face of danger and take the folk idiom by the scruff of the neck” (Instrumentali Musicali, July 2013). It points straight to the fun and the energy they find playing together, and the fact that whilst they might have started out being labelled as a folk trio (mostly because of the instruments they play) the true position these days is far richer and more complicated.
Whalebone are a trio, playing acoustic guitars and fiddle (plus a few other bits and pieces when the mood takes them – their latest album features an eight-string baritone guitar, mandolin, cello and many and various bits of percussion).
They have fans with a diverse array of musical tastes, who can all find something to enjoy amidst the fiery and emotive original material, supercharged renditions of traditional music and wild re-workings of rock guitar classics played with dazzling virtuosity (and a violin).
Quatt Open Village
Thank you to everyone who supported the Quatt Open Village, buying raffle tickets from Quatt Village Hall... Quatt Cricket Club .. St Andrews Church and Bell Ringers.
Listed below are the winners.
Ticket 1394 Mrs Middleton Hednesford Staffordshire
..WOLVERHAMPTON RACING & LIVE MUSIC PACKAGE FOR 8
Ticket 0653 Mrs Mavis Taylor Bridgnorth.. £100 CASH
Ticket 0079 P Lacey Bridgnorth.. NATIONAL TRUST DUDMASTON FAMILY WOODLAND CAMP
Ticket 1723 Karen Hunt Bridgnorth
PET PORTRAIT .. Photography session
Ticket 0170 Jason McCombe Bridgnorth ..ARTS ALIVE THEATRE TICKETS
Ticket 1257 Joan Link...Bottle of House of Commons WHISKEY
Ticket 0503 Jean Rollings...CERAMICS
Ticket 1371 Ellen WestWick Stourbridge...Bottles of Wine
Ticket 1584 Alex D'auriol Kidderminster
Large display creative candles from PartyLite
Ticket 0866 Gill Whitby Bridgnorth...TeaTime Gift
Ticket 1043 Ralph Cooley London...Bottle of Wine
Thank you to everyone who supported the Quatt Open Village, buying raffle tickets from Quatt Village Hall... Quatt Cricket Club .. St Andrews Church and Bell Ringers.
Listed below are the winners.
Ticket 1394 Mrs Middleton Hednesford Staffordshire
..WOLVERHAMPTON RACING & LIVE MUSIC PACKAGE FOR 8
Ticket 0653 Mrs Mavis Taylor Bridgnorth.. £100 CASH
Ticket 0079 P Lacey Bridgnorth.. NATIONAL TRUST DUDMASTON FAMILY WOODLAND CAMP
Ticket 1723 Karen Hunt Bridgnorth
PET PORTRAIT .. Photography session
Ticket 0170 Jason McCombe Bridgnorth ..ARTS ALIVE THEATRE TICKETS
Ticket 1257 Joan Link...Bottle of House of Commons WHISKEY
Ticket 0503 Jean Rollings...CERAMICS
Ticket 1371 Ellen WestWick Stourbridge...Bottles of Wine
Ticket 1584 Alex D'auriol Kidderminster
Large display creative candles from PartyLite
Ticket 0866 Gill Whitby Bridgnorth...TeaTime Gift
Ticket 1043 Ralph Cooley London...Bottle of Wine
Quatt Open Gardens
The Winner of the David Austin £50 voucher for the #QuattOpenVillage garden tour was
Mrs M Powell of Willenhall.
Hope you all enjoyed the variety of gardens and all the work that goes into them .
Thanks goes to all the people who opened their beautiful gardens to help us raise funds
The Winner of the David Austin £50 voucher for the #QuattOpenVillage garden tour was
Mrs M Powell of Willenhall.
Hope you all enjoyed the variety of gardens and all the work that goes into them .
Thanks goes to all the people who opened their beautiful gardens to help us raise funds
Quatt Bake Off
Well we had great fun in the Quatt #BakeOff .. thanks to everyone who took part and brought in wonderful cake creations... The Judges really enjoyed their task and listed below are the winners.
Your Take on Lemon Meringue (adult)
1st Mathew Purchase
2nd Niamh McNaney
Highly Recommended Sue Purchase
Decorated Cup Cakes
1st Millie Page (adult)
1st Ella La Touche (child)
Scones
1st Sally Page
2nd Sally Joyner
3rd Sue Purchase
Chocolate cake (adult)
1st Sally Joyner 1st Anna Fairley (child)
2nd Gillie Aked
Highly recommended Annie Edwards
So we know where to head for scrummy cakes now.
Well we had great fun in the Quatt #BakeOff .. thanks to everyone who took part and brought in wonderful cake creations... The Judges really enjoyed their task and listed below are the winners.
Your Take on Lemon Meringue (adult)
1st Mathew Purchase
2nd Niamh McNaney
Highly Recommended Sue Purchase
Decorated Cup Cakes
1st Millie Page (adult)
1st Ella La Touche (child)
Scones
1st Sally Page
2nd Sally Joyner
3rd Sue Purchase
Chocolate cake (adult)
1st Sally Joyner 1st Anna Fairley (child)
2nd Gillie Aked
Highly recommended Annie Edwards
So we know where to head for scrummy cakes now.
Saturday 9th July
Quatt Open Village
Set in Historic National Trust Surroundings
Including; Pig Roast, Tea and Cakes, a variety of stalls, Cricket and Beer, Quatt Bake Off, Shrewsbury Morris Dancers, A Grand Raffle with many prizes, Tombola and Open Gardens.
You will need to collect a map and pay for access to gardens at Quatt Village Hall. £5 per person,
£4 concession and kids are free.
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Bell ringing teams are welcome to ring at St Andrews Church. Please contact to book in advance.
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You will be able to visit the new commemorative stone for
Lt Thomas Orde Lawder Wilkinson V.C.
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Quatt Open Village
Set in Historic National Trust Surroundings
Including; Pig Roast, Tea and Cakes, a variety of stalls, Cricket and Beer, Quatt Bake Off, Shrewsbury Morris Dancers, A Grand Raffle with many prizes, Tombola and Open Gardens.
You will need to collect a map and pay for access to gardens at Quatt Village Hall. £5 per person,
£4 concession and kids are free.
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Bell ringing teams are welcome to ring at St Andrews Church. Please contact to book in advance.
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You will be able to visit the new commemorative stone for
Lt Thomas Orde Lawder Wilkinson V.C.
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Saturday 4th June
Art workshop
with Tanya Raabe Webber.
Quatt Village Hall is delighted to welcome back Tanya at a time when she is super busy with prestigious national projects. We'll be getting to grips with making digital and traditional art ahead of her exciting programme of live portrait events, so that we’ll be able to join in!
Art workshop
with Tanya Raabe Webber.
Quatt Village Hall is delighted to welcome back Tanya at a time when she is super busy with prestigious national projects. We'll be getting to grips with making digital and traditional art ahead of her exciting programme of live portrait events, so that we’ll be able to join in!
Saturday 4th June
Dementia Friends Information Session
We are held a Dementia Friends information session at the hall.
The session was run by Dr Louise Davies, participants came with a pen/pencil and an open mind, and we all went away with greater awareness of a disease that could affect any of us.
Information on Dementia Friends can be found HERE.
Many thanks to all that attended and to Louise for a very informative event.
Dementia Friends Information Session
We are held a Dementia Friends information session at the hall.
The session was run by Dr Louise Davies, participants came with a pen/pencil and an open mind, and we all went away with greater awareness of a disease that could affect any of us.
Information on Dementia Friends can be found HERE.
Many thanks to all that attended and to Louise for a very informative event.
Bridgnorth Walk
Monday 30th May
It's the 50th Anniversary of the Bridgnorth Walk and The Quatt Strollers did their stuff again. All the strollers walked in as if they'd been on leisurely stroll. Well done to all of them!!
This year money raised will go to Brain Tumour Research and to the upkeep of the village hall. It's still not too late to donate.
This year our Quatt Strollers have their own donate pages at
Givey.com Click on their names to take you to their donate page. Or you can Donate via the PayPal button below.
Mark Cooley Lisa Wall Mark Embrey Sara Wall
Thomas
Monday 30th May
It's the 50th Anniversary of the Bridgnorth Walk and The Quatt Strollers did their stuff again. All the strollers walked in as if they'd been on leisurely stroll. Well done to all of them!!
This year money raised will go to Brain Tumour Research and to the upkeep of the village hall. It's still not too late to donate.
This year our Quatt Strollers have their own donate pages at
Givey.com Click on their names to take you to their donate page. Or you can Donate via the PayPal button below.
Mark Cooley Lisa Wall Mark Embrey Sara Wall
Thomas
Peter Boileau Jess & Alfie Norris
A big thank you to all our walkers and to those who have sponsored them.
Quatt Wedding Fayre
Sunday 22nd May
Come and view our country venue and chat to lots of people who can make your wedding a beautiful day to enjoy.
Special goodie bags for brides.
Sunday 22nd May
Come and view our country venue and chat to lots of people who can make your wedding a beautiful day to enjoy.
Special goodie bags for brides.
Saturday 14th May
Alex Vann
Beyond Borders
A welcome return by local singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Alex Vann, he presents an audio visual journey through folk music...and beyond.
Alex Vann
Beyond Borders
A welcome return by local singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Alex Vann, he presents an audio visual journey through folk music...and beyond.
Saturday 9th April
Masala Magic Afternoon tea
with an Indian Twist
Indian chai, tea or coffee will be serviced with tasty treats of: bhajes, no fry samosas, kebabs, gol gappas and pav bhaji finger sandwiches. Then freshen your palate with a shot of mango soup. Then on to Homemade Cakes using Indian flavours and amazing sugar rush homemade Indian sweets.
Included Prosecco, or a Cardamon Chai Mojito mocktail or a soft drinks.
Masala Magic Afternoon tea
with an Indian Twist
Indian chai, tea or coffee will be serviced with tasty treats of: bhajes, no fry samosas, kebabs, gol gappas and pav bhaji finger sandwiches. Then freshen your palate with a shot of mango soup. Then on to Homemade Cakes using Indian flavours and amazing sugar rush homemade Indian sweets.
Included Prosecco, or a Cardamon Chai Mojito mocktail or a soft drinks.
Sunday 3rd April
Quatt Easter Walk
Meet at Quatt Village Hall at 2pm.
Join us for our popular annual event. Entry £2.00 per person.
Tea and delicious cakes
Quatt Easter Walk
Meet at Quatt Village Hall at 2pm.
Join us for our popular annual event. Entry £2.00 per person.
Tea and delicious cakes
Wednesday 23rd March
Easter Flower arrangement workshop
Come and create a beautiful centrepiece and bring spring into your home.
Florist Annette Nicholls will help us look at colour and form and create a stunning centrepiece. She will show you how to combine the easter themes, flowers, and foliage with elegant candles or eggs and bunnies to create something special.
You need to bring the bowl, basket or plate to contain the arrangement, plus anything you would like to incorporate in your design.
Easter Flower arrangement workshop
Come and create a beautiful centrepiece and bring spring into your home.
Florist Annette Nicholls will help us look at colour and form and create a stunning centrepiece. She will show you how to combine the easter themes, flowers, and foliage with elegant candles or eggs and bunnies to create something special.
You need to bring the bowl, basket or plate to contain the arrangement, plus anything you would like to incorporate in your design.
Saturday 12th March
Mister Keith
&
His Mini Orchestra
Mister Keith is a songwriter and performer of 'Victorian Pop'.
"Masterfully tender, confidently elegant. Beautiful textures propel a powerful listening experience."
"Beautiful songs. Quintessentially British."
There will be complimentary tea and gin tasting!
Saturday 20th February
Chip Shop Chips
A new play by Becky Prestwich
supported by ArtAlive.
“She's not going anywhere yet. Even if it's just for tonight - he won't unwish it. They can have now. And then years after, they'll still get a shiver from the memories.”
It’s the grand reopening of Booth and Son’s Fish & Chip Shop. Eric has returned home, over forty years after he left, and it’s time for a fresh start. But old flame Christine has other ideas. Transported back to a time of chippy teas and Northern Soul, there’s unfinished business for these old lovers. Watching teenage love stumble as hapless Lee make a pass at the beautiful Jasmine, is it all just history repeating?
Focusing on love at different ages and celebrating the nation’s favourite food, Chip Shop Chips is an immersive love story set in a chippy performing in unusual spaces across the North. So put on your dancing shoes, tuck into a fish supper and brace yourself for a unique theatrical experience. This is theatre, but not as you know it: dinner, dance and a show all rolled into one!
“A smooth and powerful production”
★★★★★ What’s On Stage (on Prestwich's 'Letting in Air')
“Prestwich’s suggestive script sketches intriguing connections... a bold piece of work that engages on many levels.”
★★★★ Time Out, Critics' Choice: Show of the Week (on Prestwich's 'Streetlights and Shadows')
“A wonderful small play”
The Spectator (on 'Letting in Air')
“Becky Prestwich's powerful drama… A genuinely moving piece”
The Stage (on 'Streetlights and Shadows')
Saturday 23rd January 2016
Quatt Burns Night
One of the most popular nights in Quatt's calendar.
Join us for a night of poetry, celebration, fun and frolics including the traditional Haggis meal. Piper Keith Wellings will be with us again to give that extra authentic feel for the nights proceedings.
Quatt Burns Night
One of the most popular nights in Quatt's calendar.
Join us for a night of poetry, celebration, fun and frolics including the traditional Haggis meal. Piper Keith Wellings will be with us again to give that extra authentic feel for the nights proceedings.
Monday 21st December
Christmas
Flower Arrangement Workshop
Come and create a beautiful centrepiece for your Christmas table or decoration for your room.
Florist Annette Nicholls will help us get completely into the festive mood and create a stunning centrepiece for your Christmas dining table. She will show you how to combine glitter and sparkle, flowers, aromatic cinnamon bundles and foliage with elegant candles or baubles to create something special.
You need to bring the bowl, basket or plate to contain the arrangement, plus anything you would like to incorporate in your design.
As this course is just before Christmas itself the arrangement you create will last right through the Christmas season. Learn how to ensure your arrangement keeps perfect throughout this festive time.
Christmas
Flower Arrangement Workshop
Come and create a beautiful centrepiece for your Christmas table or decoration for your room.
Florist Annette Nicholls will help us get completely into the festive mood and create a stunning centrepiece for your Christmas dining table. She will show you how to combine glitter and sparkle, flowers, aromatic cinnamon bundles and foliage with elegant candles or baubles to create something special.
You need to bring the bowl, basket or plate to contain the arrangement, plus anything you would like to incorporate in your design.
As this course is just before Christmas itself the arrangement you create will last right through the Christmas season. Learn how to ensure your arrangement keeps perfect throughout this festive time.
Saturday 19th December
Christmas Skittles
Christmas fun at the Village Hall ... Skittles.. buffet and games .. Ho Ho Ho ....
7.30pm Start Please bring your own drinks
Christmas fun with..........
The BIG KNIGHTS
Saturday 5th December
In the far off land of Borovia, where dragons are fierce, witches are wicked, scientists are insane, the economy is bad and television is in black & white, stands Castle Big, home of The Big Knights…
Run for your lives! Join us for the adventures of Sir Boris (the finest swordsman in the World), Sir Morris (not the finest swordsman in the World, but the most enthusiastic) and their noble pets, Sir Horace the Dog and Sir Doris the Hamster. From the makers of Peppa Pig, this animation is hilarious, raucous and chivalrous!
The BIG KNIGHTS
Saturday 5th December
In the far off land of Borovia, where dragons are fierce, witches are wicked, scientists are insane, the economy is bad and television is in black & white, stands Castle Big, home of The Big Knights…
Run for your lives! Join us for the adventures of Sir Boris (the finest swordsman in the World), Sir Morris (not the finest swordsman in the World, but the most enthusiastic) and their noble pets, Sir Horace the Dog and Sir Doris the Hamster. From the makers of Peppa Pig, this animation is hilarious, raucous and chivalrous!
Saturday 28th November
Christmas
Art workshop
Artwork with a Christmassy theme -
with acclaimed artist Tanya Raabe
1.00pm - 3.00pm.
Everyone welcome.
Christmas
Art workshop
Artwork with a Christmassy theme -
with acclaimed artist Tanya Raabe
1.00pm - 3.00pm.
Everyone welcome.
Sunday 22nd November
Avanti Artizani in 6 Impossible Things
Coming from ARTS ALIVE Two experienced performers of great skill and charm present the show in a relaxed cabaret style - think Morecambe and Wise in front of the curtains. The show features a revolving stage, conjuring,acrobatics, live music, sound effects, animatronics, sophisticated lighting - and also includes a most memorable and spectacular finale. It's the story of the Three Grimshaws, a variety act at the top of their game, just after a disastrous show in Grimsby. Whatever happened to Maureen Grimshaw and whichever version you choose to believe, the act was never the same….. That’s the thing about love triangles: they rarely end well for all concerned. So the Grimshaw brothers carry on, hiding their regrets, their secrets and their guilt, after all the show must go on!
Sunday 15th November
Christmas Glass Workshop
with Internationally renowned glass artist Jaqueline Cooley
Learn about fused glass techniques and make some fab glass Christmas decorations at Quatt Village Hall
Christmas Glass Workshop
with Internationally renowned glass artist Jaqueline Cooley
Learn about fused glass techniques and make some fab glass Christmas decorations at Quatt Village Hall
Saturday 14th November
Well being Fare brought to you by Path of Angels
Join us for a lovely holistic day at the Well being fare on Saturday 14th November between
11am - 4pm, visit stalls and practitioners. A relaxing setting to try a selection of different holistic therapies, make new friends, have a reading, and sample delicious refreshments.
Free entry
Call Jackie on 01746 781759 for more details.
Well being Fare brought to you by Path of Angels
Join us for a lovely holistic day at the Well being fare on Saturday 14th November between
11am - 4pm, visit stalls and practitioners. A relaxing setting to try a selection of different holistic therapies, make new friends, have a reading, and sample delicious refreshments.
Free entry
Call Jackie on 01746 781759 for more details.
Saturday 31st October
Halloween Party
Spooks and ghouls, fun and frolics buffet inc.. also visit for Ribbon Reading, Psychic Reading or Angel Card Reading. (Additional charge for Readings)
Buffet included, please bring your own drinks.
The Big Draw
Saturday 17th October
Lost and Found: A Picture Tells a Million Stories
We are celebrating at Quatt Village Hall the Lives and times of village life past, present and future. Listening and telling of your stories to inspire your own and others drawings. We will be creating a magical and mystical storyboard montage with your drawings, that tells of lost and found memories inspired by your story telling and of happenings that reflect your memories of village life. Join us to draw your own memories and those of other people's stories that will be added to make a bigger picture of village life.
You can bring with you photos, pictures and objects to inspire your drawings or be inspired by other people's stories in your drawings.
Artist Tanya Raabe, a frequent visitor to Quatt Village Hall will be on hand to guide your pencil and your imagination should you require!
This is a free event but please contact Jackie on 01746781759 make sure we have enough materials for you to participate.
Starts at 12 noon until 3pm
There will be refreshments available
Saturday 17th October
Lost and Found: A Picture Tells a Million Stories
We are celebrating at Quatt Village Hall the Lives and times of village life past, present and future. Listening and telling of your stories to inspire your own and others drawings. We will be creating a magical and mystical storyboard montage with your drawings, that tells of lost and found memories inspired by your story telling and of happenings that reflect your memories of village life. Join us to draw your own memories and those of other people's stories that will be added to make a bigger picture of village life.
You can bring with you photos, pictures and objects to inspire your drawings or be inspired by other people's stories in your drawings.
Artist Tanya Raabe, a frequent visitor to Quatt Village Hall will be on hand to guide your pencil and your imagination should you require!
This is a free event but please contact Jackie on 01746781759 make sure we have enough materials for you to participate.
Starts at 12 noon until 3pm
There will be refreshments available
Friday 16th October
IAN McMILLAN + TONY HUSBAND A Cartoon History of Here
photo credit: Adrian Mealing
Comedy, cartoonery, poetry & improv! Created by tonight’s audience with Yorkshire poet, broadcaster & comedian Ian McMillan and Cartoonist of the Year Tony Husband. A fast-flowing, rapid-rafting adventure in which two top funny men reflect upon local stories and legends. For audiences, 9 to 109.
IAN McMILLAN + TONY HUSBAND A Cartoon History of Here
photo credit: Adrian Mealing
Comedy, cartoonery, poetry & improv! Created by tonight’s audience with Yorkshire poet, broadcaster & comedian Ian McMillan and Cartoonist of the Year Tony Husband. A fast-flowing, rapid-rafting adventure in which two top funny men reflect upon local stories and legends. For audiences, 9 to 109.
Thursday 8th October 2015
Nelson :
The Sailors' story.
Amidst the smoke and din of battle, a surgeon, a midshipman, a gunner and a powder monkey aboard HMS Victory strive to destroy the combined fleets of France and Spain. Their fate, and that of their country, lies in the hands of one man – Horatio Nelson.
For 200 years, Vice Admiral, the Right Honourable, the Viscount Nelson KB, has stood on his column in Trafalgar Square, watching the world and its many changes – good and bad.
But what happened to the “tars” who served with him? Through their eyes, and Nelson himself, we find out what it was really like at Trafalgar.
Nicholas Collett follows up his hit show Spitfire Solo with a spectacular feast of ocean-going action, surprise and song!
Written and performed by Nicholas Collett
Directed by Gavin Robertson
Original soundtrack by Danny Bright
Nelson :
The Sailors' story.
Amidst the smoke and din of battle, a surgeon, a midshipman, a gunner and a powder monkey aboard HMS Victory strive to destroy the combined fleets of France and Spain. Their fate, and that of their country, lies in the hands of one man – Horatio Nelson.
For 200 years, Vice Admiral, the Right Honourable, the Viscount Nelson KB, has stood on his column in Trafalgar Square, watching the world and its many changes – good and bad.
But what happened to the “tars” who served with him? Through their eyes, and Nelson himself, we find out what it was really like at Trafalgar.
Nicholas Collett follows up his hit show Spitfire Solo with a spectacular feast of ocean-going action, surprise and song!
Written and performed by Nicholas Collett
Directed by Gavin Robertson
Original soundtrack by Danny Bright
Saturday 26th September
The Lunettes
Head over to Quatt for an autumn evening soiree with The Lunettes Jayne Carpenter and Jim Hawkins . A blend of Country, Soul, Folk 'n' Roll! Brilliant, inspiring and fun.
The Lunettes
Head over to Quatt for an autumn evening soiree with The Lunettes Jayne Carpenter and Jim Hawkins . A blend of Country, Soul, Folk 'n' Roll! Brilliant, inspiring and fun.
Sunday 20th September
Mike Wojniak
Come and see Mike Wojniak on tour all the way from America.
Mike unique style has been shaped by artists such as Coldplay, Andrew Belle, Radiohead, Sleeping at Last and Bon Iver; however, while these influences are discernible, Wojniak’s airy melodies, auspicious lyrics, and intricate compositions don’t simply mirror the genre, they add to it. Many of Wojniak’s compositions have been inspired by his travels and the varied settings and characters he has encountered along the way. Having traveled to Europe, Central America and all over the United States composing and performing (and even teaching, as he did at Atelier Favela Nicaragua), Wojniak has steadily built a widespread, enthusiastic fan base.
His new EP, Anima Mundi, centered on the mutuality of nature and humankind, builds on Wojniak’s previous albums: Libero (2012), Memento Vivere (2010), and Follow the Crane (2008)—LPs that explore themes of the impermanence of life and love and the complexities of relationships and interdependence. His Tour dates in 2015 include Southwest and Pacific Northwest shows in the US and additional dates in Europe, Including Quatt
Mike Wojniak
Come and see Mike Wojniak on tour all the way from America.
Mike unique style has been shaped by artists such as Coldplay, Andrew Belle, Radiohead, Sleeping at Last and Bon Iver; however, while these influences are discernible, Wojniak’s airy melodies, auspicious lyrics, and intricate compositions don’t simply mirror the genre, they add to it. Many of Wojniak’s compositions have been inspired by his travels and the varied settings and characters he has encountered along the way. Having traveled to Europe, Central America and all over the United States composing and performing (and even teaching, as he did at Atelier Favela Nicaragua), Wojniak has steadily built a widespread, enthusiastic fan base.
His new EP, Anima Mundi, centered on the mutuality of nature and humankind, builds on Wojniak’s previous albums: Libero (2012), Memento Vivere (2010), and Follow the Crane (2008)—LPs that explore themes of the impermanence of life and love and the complexities of relationships and interdependence. His Tour dates in 2015 include Southwest and Pacific Northwest shows in the US and additional dates in Europe, Including Quatt
Saturday 5th September
Bollywood Night
An evening of authentic Indian entertainment. Food cooked by award winning Lajina of Masala Magic
Bollywood Night
An evening of authentic Indian entertainment. Food cooked by award winning Lajina of Masala Magic
Friday 4th September
Henna and
pre Bollywood party
Come and join us on 4th September for Henna and fun preparations for Bollywood night on 5th ..... it'll be a little bit like a Mehendi ceremony.. Pre-wedding ceremony at a Traditional Indian wedding. This is where the bride’s hands and feet aredecorated with intricate patterns by the application of Henna. On a lighter note, it is believed that, deeper the color of the mehendi (henna) stronger is the groom’s love for the bride.
With foot tapping music and dances, this ‘ladies-only’ party lends a break from the otherwise more ritualistic ceremonies. When the bride goes to the groom’s house after the wedding, she is not expected to perform any housework until her mehendi has faded away. ..
Henna and
pre Bollywood party
Come and join us on 4th September for Henna and fun preparations for Bollywood night on 5th ..... it'll be a little bit like a Mehendi ceremony.. Pre-wedding ceremony at a Traditional Indian wedding. This is where the bride’s hands and feet aredecorated with intricate patterns by the application of Henna. On a lighter note, it is believed that, deeper the color of the mehendi (henna) stronger is the groom’s love for the bride.
With foot tapping music and dances, this ‘ladies-only’ party lends a break from the otherwise more ritualistic ceremonies. When the bride goes to the groom’s house after the wedding, she is not expected to perform any housework until her mehendi has faded away. ..
Friday 10th July
Remarkable Women
Art Workshop
with award winning visual artist, Tanya Raabe.
Friday 10th July, 1-3pm, was the final part of a series of 2 hour 'selfie' art workshops, celebrating the achievements of the area's remarkable women. Share stories, photos and objects (and refreshments!) whilst exploring the art of portraiture in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Remarkable Women
Art Workshop
with award winning visual artist, Tanya Raabe.
Friday 10th July, 1-3pm, was the final part of a series of 2 hour 'selfie' art workshops, celebrating the achievements of the area's remarkable women. Share stories, photos and objects (and refreshments!) whilst exploring the art of portraiture in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Saturday 4th July 2015
Blackheart
Since their song 'Unlike Water' was used on a national TV commercial British multi-award-winning, multi-instrumentalist duo Blackheart have recorded three albums, enjoyed airplay in nearly every country in the world and played successful tours of UK, Ireland,
Germany, the Netherlands plus two headline tours of Australia and New Zealand.
www.blackheartmusic.co.uk
What a fantastic evening.......if you missed them do not worry.....they will be back!!
Blackheart
Since their song 'Unlike Water' was used on a national TV commercial British multi-award-winning, multi-instrumentalist duo Blackheart have recorded three albums, enjoyed airplay in nearly every country in the world and played successful tours of UK, Ireland,
Germany, the Netherlands plus two headline tours of Australia and New Zealand.
www.blackheartmusic.co.uk
What a fantastic evening.......if you missed them do not worry.....they will be back!!
In Memory of
Rich McMahon
It is with great sadness we report the death of Rich. For those who knew him and saw him perform will sorely miss him but will know of a kind, generous, warm and extremely talented individual. Our deepest condolences to Rich's family and friends.
http://www.theguardian.com/music/2015/jun/24/rich-mcmahon-obituary
Below Rich with Alex Vann at Quatt Village Hall.
Rich McMahon
It is with great sadness we report the death of Rich. For those who knew him and saw him perform will sorely miss him but will know of a kind, generous, warm and extremely talented individual. Our deepest condolences to Rich's family and friends.
http://www.theguardian.com/music/2015/jun/24/rich-mcmahon-obituary
Below Rich with Alex Vann at Quatt Village Hall.
Monday 25th May 2015
Bridgnorth Walk
A fantastic effort by our walkers saw them all safely past the finishing line. Many thanks to our wonderful Quatt Strollers and to all those whom have sponsored.
This year we are raising money for the Village Hall and for Arthritis Research and it's still not too late to donate. Use the Paypal button below or contact us via the contacts page. Many many thanks again.
Bridgnorth Walk
A fantastic effort by our walkers saw them all safely past the finishing line. Many thanks to our wonderful Quatt Strollers and to all those whom have sponsored.
This year we are raising money for the Village Hall and for Arthritis Research and it's still not too late to donate. Use the Paypal button below or contact us via the contacts page. Many many thanks again.
Friday 5th June 2015
Quatt Players Present
George.....
Saint George
Can George foil Dr Agony's evil plot to take over the world .. will he save the Princess.. all will become clear when you join us for our latest production.
Quatt Players Present
George.....
Saint George
Can George foil Dr Agony's evil plot to take over the world .. will he save the Princess.. all will become clear when you join us for our latest production.
Saturday 30th May 2015
Come and let award winning Lajina of Masala Magic teach you how to make amazing samosas .. take a bagfull home .. if you don't eat them all before you go..
£20 inc. teaching, samosas to take home and refreshments.
The fun and food starts at 2pm
Saturday 9th May
Wellbeing Fair
Brought to you by
Path of Angels
A beautiful setting to try a selection of different holistic therapies, make new friends, have a reading, and sample the delicious refreshments.
Therapies on offer:
Tuning Fork
Mongolian Sky Massage
Crystal Therapy
Flower Therapy
Shiatsu
Bach Flower Remedies
Bamboo Sticks
Readings:
Ribbon Readings
Psychic Readings
Angel Card Readings
Wellbeing Fair
Brought to you by
Path of Angels
A beautiful setting to try a selection of different holistic therapies, make new friends, have a reading, and sample the delicious refreshments.
Therapies on offer:
Tuning Fork
Mongolian Sky Massage
Crystal Therapy
Flower Therapy
Shiatsu
Bach Flower Remedies
Bamboo Sticks
Readings:
Ribbon Readings
Psychic Readings
Angel Card Readings
Sunday 12th April 2015
Easter Egg Walk
A lovely day was had by all. Plenty of chocolate, tea and cake was consumed.
Easter Egg Walk
A lovely day was had by all. Plenty of chocolate, tea and cake was consumed.
Whalebone
www.kelleymcrae.com
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Saturday 4th April 2015
Whalebone with special guests Kelley and Matt McRae This exclusive Whalebone concert featured the fantastic music of our talented Shropshire favourites and the Kelley and Matt McRae Kelley McRae grew up in Mississippi but called Brooklyn home for years before teaming up with guitarist Matt Castelein in 2011, when the duo traded in their NYC apartment for a VW camper van and hit the road full time. Thousands of miles and hundreds of shows later, they have toured coast to coast in the US, played to packed rooms across Europe, sold-out the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, and continue to build a passionate and dedicated following on the strength of their live performances. Drawing comparisons to Lucinda Williams and Gillian Welch, the duo’s music is wide ranging - comprising haunting ballads, tender love songs, and energetic guitar driven songs full of hope. Paste Magazine’s 4 Star review raves “Kelley moves effortlessly from the mournful tones of the plantation to the celebratory swing of the saloon, from songs of loss and decay to hymns of love and grace.” Acclaimed film director Wim Wenders told the San Francisco Chronicle that Kelley’s songs move him to tears, and BBC Radio’s Bob Harris calls the songs ‘brilliant.’ Kelley’s music has been featured in numerous independent films, Lifetime’s Army Wives, MTV and commercials for American Airlines and Unicef. She has also taken the stage at major festivals such as the Riverbend Festival, Forecastle Music Festival, CMJ, and NXNE. |
Saturday 28th March
Masala Magic
Cookery Demonstration
Quatt Village Hall Committee would like to thank Lajina for a fantastic cookery demonstration. Everybody went home inspired and well fed after sampling the tasty dishes.
Masala Magic, created by Lajina who has a passion for good, healthy, tasty authentic home style Indian food, as eaten at home for many generations. She has created the same flavours with the reduction of fat, sugar and salt and was encouraged by my friends whilst out eating in an Indian restaurant to start my own business, they much preferred my style of home cooking than the dishes offered commercially.
The spices are lovingly prepared, roasted and ground before being carefully measured and packed into the pots to make perfectly spiced curries.
Masala Magic
Cookery Demonstration
Quatt Village Hall Committee would like to thank Lajina for a fantastic cookery demonstration. Everybody went home inspired and well fed after sampling the tasty dishes.
Masala Magic, created by Lajina who has a passion for good, healthy, tasty authentic home style Indian food, as eaten at home for many generations. She has created the same flavours with the reduction of fat, sugar and salt and was encouraged by my friends whilst out eating in an Indian restaurant to start my own business, they much preferred my style of home cooking than the dishes offered commercially.
The spices are lovingly prepared, roasted and ground before being carefully measured and packed into the pots to make perfectly spiced curries.
Friday 13th February 2015
Romeo and Juliet......
Valentines for star crossed lovers
Arts Alive Present DEBS NEWBOLD
Pitting the Montagues against the Capulets, Debs catapults audiences into the torrid streets of Verona in an unforgettable storytelling performance. With just voice, words and a charismatic stage presence, the whole world of Romeo & Juliet is recreated by this spellbinding performer. Originally commissioned by Shakespeare's Globe, and a sell-out at the Hay Festival, this poignant and often hilarious retelling immerses audiences both in Shakespeare's incomparable verse and the warm, poetic storytelling that is uniquely Debs' own, showing why her performance has been hailed “a masterful piece of verbal cinema.
Romeo and Juliet......
Valentines for star crossed lovers
Arts Alive Present DEBS NEWBOLD
Pitting the Montagues against the Capulets, Debs catapults audiences into the torrid streets of Verona in an unforgettable storytelling performance. With just voice, words and a charismatic stage presence, the whole world of Romeo & Juliet is recreated by this spellbinding performer. Originally commissioned by Shakespeare's Globe, and a sell-out at the Hay Festival, this poignant and often hilarious retelling immerses audiences both in Shakespeare's incomparable verse and the warm, poetic storytelling that is uniquely Debs' own, showing why her performance has been hailed “a masterful piece of verbal cinema.
Deb Newbold in full flow
Saturday 24th January 2015
Burns Night Supper
Our annual Burns Night consists of a five course meal, including hearty haggis and tatties, a wee dram for each toast and poems, prose and fun.
A few photos from the evening can be seen below. Thanks to Mat Purchase for the photos.
Burns Night Supper
Our annual Burns Night consists of a five course meal, including hearty haggis and tatties, a wee dram for each toast and poems, prose and fun.
A few photos from the evening can be seen below. Thanks to Mat Purchase for the photos.
Thursday 13th November
Bread at Home
Bread making demonstration and talk
by Janice Bell of
Bread at Home
(Bread making workshop)
Bread at Home
Bread making demonstration and talk
by Janice Bell of
Bread at Home
(Bread making workshop)
Sunday 9th November
World Wars I and II
Commemoration
This year marked 100 years of the beginning of World War One and 70 years of World War Two. Help commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice in our name and defence.
A service was held at St. Andrews Church, Quatt, from 10.30am and included the 11am marking of the Armistice.
People paid their respects to those individuals who served from Quatt. After the service the Church bells rang in commemoration.
Teas and cake were available at Quatt Village Hall, alongside items from both wars, forming a display, which had been kindly lent to Quatt Village Hall by family of those who fought in the wars. There wasn't an entry fee but £75 of the money raised from the sale of teas and cakes will go to a lasting memorial for those men and women who built the Spitfire. This is being done in conjunction with Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. Any money raised above £75 will go to the Poppy Appeal.
If you couldn't make the event but would like to make a donation, you can do so using the PayPal button below.
World Wars I and II
Commemoration
This year marked 100 years of the beginning of World War One and 70 years of World War Two. Help commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice in our name and defence.
A service was held at St. Andrews Church, Quatt, from 10.30am and included the 11am marking of the Armistice.
People paid their respects to those individuals who served from Quatt. After the service the Church bells rang in commemoration.
Teas and cake were available at Quatt Village Hall, alongside items from both wars, forming a display, which had been kindly lent to Quatt Village Hall by family of those who fought in the wars. There wasn't an entry fee but £75 of the money raised from the sale of teas and cakes will go to a lasting memorial for those men and women who built the Spitfire. This is being done in conjunction with Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. Any money raised above £75 will go to the Poppy Appeal.
If you couldn't make the event but would like to make a donation, you can do so using the PayPal button below.
Wednesday 22nd October
Each Slow Dusk
by Rory Mullarkey
The Private misses the farm. The Captain dreams of painting. The Corporal relishes the fight. And a hundred years later, The Woman seeks to understand.
A startling new play about action, humanity, and the legacy of war. Each Slow Dusk charts the experiences of three young men serving on the western front, linking their stories to a woman today, just home to her village after a tour of the battlefields. You’ll never walk past a war memorial in the same way again.
Nationally acclaimed Pentabus Theatre Company present a forensic examination of the impact of war from the UK’s most exciting new playwright Rory Mullarkey, winner of the Harold Pinter and George Devine Awards.
‘Pentabus Theatre Company skillfully shatters any image of a sleepy, bucolic England.’ Art desk
'Stunning, powerful, emotive and emotional. beautifully performed, a must see.' Quatt Village Hall
Each Slow Dusk
by Rory Mullarkey
The Private misses the farm. The Captain dreams of painting. The Corporal relishes the fight. And a hundred years later, The Woman seeks to understand.
A startling new play about action, humanity, and the legacy of war. Each Slow Dusk charts the experiences of three young men serving on the western front, linking their stories to a woman today, just home to her village after a tour of the battlefields. You’ll never walk past a war memorial in the same way again.
Nationally acclaimed Pentabus Theatre Company present a forensic examination of the impact of war from the UK’s most exciting new playwright Rory Mullarkey, winner of the Harold Pinter and George Devine Awards.
‘Pentabus Theatre Company skillfully shatters any image of a sleepy, bucolic England.’ Art desk
'Stunning, powerful, emotive and emotional. beautifully performed, a must see.' Quatt Village Hall
Dudmaston Hall Orchard Day, Sunday 12th October
The Quatt Sugar and Spice Girls attended Dudmaston Orchard Day for the first time, selling jams, chutneys and cakes to raise funds for Quatt Village Hall.
The Quatt Sugar and Spice Girls attended Dudmaston Orchard Day for the first time, selling jams, chutneys and cakes to raise funds for Quatt Village Hall.
''Apple selfies''.
All set up and raring to go..
Guess who this ''apple selfie'' is...
''The Twins'' checking out uncle ken's lovely paintings.
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mmm yummy produce..
Champions all round. Sugar and Spice Girls proudly wearing their rosettes.
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Saturday 4th October
The Osiligi Maasai Warriors
The Osiligi Maasai Warriors, a group of traditional performers from Kenya who regularly visit the UK in an effort to raise funds for their families and for improvement of their village back home.
The troupe performed their tribal song and dance and spread the word about their culture.
A fantastic display of music, dance and traditions enthralled the Quatt audience. ''The evening went too quickly'' was the phrase used by so many after the performance. People came from as far as the welsh border, one person even dashed over from Cardiff. Many thanks to Arts alive and especially to the Osigili Maasai Warriors.
The Osiligi Maasai Warriors
The Osiligi Maasai Warriors, a group of traditional performers from Kenya who regularly visit the UK in an effort to raise funds for their families and for improvement of their village back home.
The troupe performed their tribal song and dance and spread the word about their culture.
A fantastic display of music, dance and traditions enthralled the Quatt audience. ''The evening went too quickly'' was the phrase used by so many after the performance. People came from as far as the welsh border, one person even dashed over from Cardiff. Many thanks to Arts alive and especially to the Osigili Maasai Warriors.
A great time was had at Quatt Village Hall Fayre, lots of lovely people with amazing products. Thank you all. Photos to come.
Saturday 6th September
Whalebone
The extremely popular rootsy, tootsy folk group returned to Quatt bringing there own brand of wonderul acoustic music.
The hall was once again packed to bursting with plenty of toe tapping and waggling of hare ears. The evening was just magical. Many thanks to Steve, Sarah and Charlie, we hope to see you again soon.
Whalebone
The extremely popular rootsy, tootsy folk group returned to Quatt bringing there own brand of wonderul acoustic music.
The hall was once again packed to bursting with plenty of toe tapping and waggling of hare ears. The evening was just magical. Many thanks to Steve, Sarah and Charlie, we hope to see you again soon.
Persian Cooking Demonstration
Saturday 6th September
A fantastic afternoon was had by all at Dr Lal Haider's Persian cookery demonstration.
Wonderful aromas filled the hall and taste buds were treated to some devine dishes.
Many thanks to Dr Lal and to those whom attended for making it a success fundraiser for The Epilepsy Society.
Chef
Dr Lal Haider is a former Shropshire surgeon who swapped his doctor’s coat for chef’s whites and in recent years has become renowned for his unique slant on Persian Cuisine, influenced by more Western Palates, but still with a definitive nod to his Persian/Iranian roots.
Self taught Chef Lal cooks from the heart – learning how to cook from his mother whilst studying for his medical degree. Since moving to Britain and becoming a highly qualified Doctor, he always had the passion to cook – This was realised in 2009 when he acquired the Country Friends Restaurant in Dorrington.
Enthusiastic
“There are not many people in life who get to do the thing they love for a living, and cooking has always been my passion. I am very enthusiastic about Persian cuisine and it’s been great fun these past few years to bring those flavours to Shropshire.”
“My cooking is dominated by simplicity and yet the results are amazing; to look at, to smell and to taste! It is full of pleasant surprises!”
In recent years Dr Lal has been as accredited as a chef, as he was a doctor.
Award finalists in the United Kingdom South Asian Chef of the Year 2011 and 2012,
and Shropshire Curry Chef of the Year 2011, 2012 and 2013.
http://www.oldhallpersian.co.uk/
Saturday 6th September
A fantastic afternoon was had by all at Dr Lal Haider's Persian cookery demonstration.
Wonderful aromas filled the hall and taste buds were treated to some devine dishes.
Many thanks to Dr Lal and to those whom attended for making it a success fundraiser for The Epilepsy Society.
Chef
Dr Lal Haider is a former Shropshire surgeon who swapped his doctor’s coat for chef’s whites and in recent years has become renowned for his unique slant on Persian Cuisine, influenced by more Western Palates, but still with a definitive nod to his Persian/Iranian roots.
Self taught Chef Lal cooks from the heart – learning how to cook from his mother whilst studying for his medical degree. Since moving to Britain and becoming a highly qualified Doctor, he always had the passion to cook – This was realised in 2009 when he acquired the Country Friends Restaurant in Dorrington.
Enthusiastic
“There are not many people in life who get to do the thing they love for a living, and cooking has always been my passion. I am very enthusiastic about Persian cuisine and it’s been great fun these past few years to bring those flavours to Shropshire.”
“My cooking is dominated by simplicity and yet the results are amazing; to look at, to smell and to taste! It is full of pleasant surprises!”
In recent years Dr Lal has been as accredited as a chef, as he was a doctor.
Award finalists in the United Kingdom South Asian Chef of the Year 2011 and 2012,
and Shropshire Curry Chef of the Year 2011, 2012 and 2013.
http://www.oldhallpersian.co.uk/
Quatt News
Sunday 29th June
St Andrews Church Fete
The weather stayed fine for fete fun at Dudmaston Hall.
The traditional fete included games, tombola, teas and BBQ. The cider, kindly provided by the Cider House, seemed go down very easily. The event was very successful and the funds raised will go to support the upkeep of St Andrews Church in Quatt.
Many thanks to those who supported the event.
St Andrews Church Fete
The weather stayed fine for fete fun at Dudmaston Hall.
The traditional fete included games, tombola, teas and BBQ. The cider, kindly provided by the Cider House, seemed go down very easily. The event was very successful and the funds raised will go to support the upkeep of St Andrews Church in Quatt.
Many thanks to those who supported the event.
Friday 13th June
Trio Gitan
Trio Gitan performed folk music at the village hall in their own
inimitable and traditional way.
The Trio have built up quite a following and going by the excellent performance, we can see why.
Trio Gitan
Trio Gitan performed folk music at the village hall in their own
inimitable and traditional way.
The Trio have built up quite a following and going by the excellent performance, we can see why.
Monday 26th May - The Bridgnorth Walk
Quatt Strollers strutted their stuff again this year, raising funds for Epilepsy Research and for
the Village Hall upkeep.
The walk starts in the centre of Bridgnorth and meanders all the way to Brown Clee Hill and then back to Bridgnorth. The full course is 22 miles right to the top of Brown Clee, those who've reached the ripe old age of forty
can take the slighter shorter route of twenty miles.
The childrens walk is 7 miles, starts in Ditton Priors, up to Brown Clee and back to Ditton Priors.
The team performed magnificently, the following people very kindly walked as The Quatt Strollers so
feel free to hit the donate button below left and show your support. Many thanks.
Adult course:- Mark Embrey, Michelle Dredge, Peter Boileau, Mark Cooley, Jade Sivill, Harry Fletcher,
Heidi Brown, Oliver Sage, Nikki Hook, Mike Tippins and Simon Leach.
Children's course:- Owen Rath and Robert McNaney
Anyone spot Simon Leach?
Michelle Dredge and Pete Boileau on route last year.
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Heidi Brown and Ollie Sage pose for a quick photo last year.
Also new to the team, Mike Tippins.
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Mark Cooley posing after making it home.
Unusual training by Nikki Hook.
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New to the team Mark Embrey.
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Saturday 17th May
Black Country Night
The Village Hall was packed to see the one and only Yam Yam Elvis perform Elvis classics as only Yam Yam Elvis could.
The evening included typical Black Country grub......
Faggots an Gray Pays.
Black Country Night
The Village Hall was packed to see the one and only Yam Yam Elvis perform Elvis classics as only Yam Yam Elvis could.
The evening included typical Black Country grub......
Faggots an Gray Pays.
All set
Lets get decorating.
Three little pigs went to ........
Wendy and Nett comparing Cookie Monsters.
Mmmm Yummy
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Saturday 10th May
Cake Craft Workshop The Cake Craft Workshop was a major success. The event was run by Wendy Millington who was able to tease out the creative sides of all of the attendees. A big thank you to Jane Thomson for helping to arrange the event. 
Sarah, Zoe, Emma and Wendy getting stuck in.
A very happy and talented Mark Perry.
Jacki looks happy with her results.
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Purple Day
A great Chari-tea event.
Sunday 30th March
Mother's Day at our PURPLE day event went like all events do when there is cake and more cake ........Over £300 was raised for Epilespy research. Big thank yous need to go to all those who donated cakes , all those crafty folks who brought their wonderful crafts to the hall and last but not least, those who came and spent their money with us and raised such a fabulous amount for a great cause. THANK YOU !!
A great Chari-tea event.
Sunday 30th March
Mother's Day at our PURPLE day event went like all events do when there is cake and more cake ........Over £300 was raised for Epilespy research. Big thank yous need to go to all those who donated cakes , all those crafty folks who brought their wonderful crafts to the hall and last but not least, those who came and spent their money with us and raised such a fabulous amount for a great cause. THANK YOU !!
Skittles Night
Saturday 22nd March
A fantastic night of fun and skill (ahem). Always a crowd pleaser, skittles night never fails to entertain, and brings people from all walks of life and ages together. The over all winner of the evening was Quatt's very own Nett Leach. For the men, Cecil Vernon put in an inspired performance but couldn't match Nett's over all score. And for the the under tens, Joshua from Kinver stormed it.
Many thanks to all of you who made it such a fab night.
Saturday 22nd March
A fantastic night of fun and skill (ahem). Always a crowd pleaser, skittles night never fails to entertain, and brings people from all walks of life and ages together. The over all winner of the evening was Quatt's very own Nett Leach. For the men, Cecil Vernon put in an inspired performance but couldn't match Nett's over all score. And for the the under tens, Joshua from Kinver stormed it.
Many thanks to all of you who made it such a fab night.
Rich McMahon and Beyond Borders.
Saturday 22nd February
A fabulous nights entertainment performed by Rich McMahon and his sister Sam McMahon, brought a taste of Ireland to the Village Hall. Rich performed his own compositions interspersed with popular covers such as U2's 'Angel of Harlem' with beautiful harmonies from sister Sam. People travelled from far and wide, well... Birmingham, to catch a fantastic show. The performance encompassed popular music from down the ages and how it transcends borders. Rich was recommended by the wonderful Whalebone. We hope Rich, Sam and Maggie (Rich's partner) will join us again at the Village Hall in the not too distant future.
A few photos and a youtube clip of the fantastic evening.
Saturday 22nd February
A fabulous nights entertainment performed by Rich McMahon and his sister Sam McMahon, brought a taste of Ireland to the Village Hall. Rich performed his own compositions interspersed with popular covers such as U2's 'Angel of Harlem' with beautiful harmonies from sister Sam. People travelled from far and wide, well... Birmingham, to catch a fantastic show. The performance encompassed popular music from down the ages and how it transcends borders. Rich was recommended by the wonderful Whalebone. We hope Rich, Sam and Maggie (Rich's partner) will join us again at the Village Hall in the not too distant future.
A few photos and a youtube clip of the fantastic evening.
Rich McMahon.
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Rich and sister Sam McMahon.
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Moving amongst his people.
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C'mon guys n gals lets dance... Maggie Matthews and Debbie Share going for it.
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Burns Night at the Hall
'The evening was full of wonderful people sharing Burns poems, full of hope and passion.. local historian/ edutainer and star of CBBC's Horrible Histories Matthew Ward shared a very moving Immortal Memory, June Purchase brought us 'My Heart's in the Highlands' and Mathew Purchase 'Sweet Tibbie Dunbar'.Gwen Pearson shared 'To a Blackbird' and Trevor Teague A poetic tribute of his own. .. The toast to the Lassies by Mark Cooley was a cheeky number and matched blow for blow in the reply by Jaqueline Cooley. Ruth Sims 'Green Grow the Rashes' carried on the fun and Peter Boileau singing and leading us with gusto in 'Scots Wha Hae' was a triumph ... the ever timeless 'A man's a man for a' that' from Mary Wells lead us to thank you's from the Chieftain Jim McCloud and the Chair Mark Cooley. Piper Keith Wellings accompanied Auld Lang Syne ...... How lucky were we.''
The Committee of Quatt Village Hall would like to thank all who contributed
and made the evening a fantastic success.
A few photos of the evening.......
'The evening was full of wonderful people sharing Burns poems, full of hope and passion.. local historian/ edutainer and star of CBBC's Horrible Histories Matthew Ward shared a very moving Immortal Memory, June Purchase brought us 'My Heart's in the Highlands' and Mathew Purchase 'Sweet Tibbie Dunbar'.Gwen Pearson shared 'To a Blackbird' and Trevor Teague A poetic tribute of his own. .. The toast to the Lassies by Mark Cooley was a cheeky number and matched blow for blow in the reply by Jaqueline Cooley. Ruth Sims 'Green Grow the Rashes' carried on the fun and Peter Boileau singing and leading us with gusto in 'Scots Wha Hae' was a triumph ... the ever timeless 'A man's a man for a' that' from Mary Wells lead us to thank you's from the Chieftain Jim McCloud and the Chair Mark Cooley. Piper Keith Wellings accompanied Auld Lang Syne ...... How lucky were we.''
The Committee of Quatt Village Hall would like to thank all who contributed
and made the evening a fantastic success.
A few photos of the evening.......
L to R Matthew Ward, Chieftain Jim McCloud, Village Hall Chair Mark Cooley, Burns Night organisers Junie and Danny Purchase.
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L to R Piper Keith Wellings, Matthew Ward and Jim McCloud.
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Mark Cooley toasting the Lassies.
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Chieftain Jim McCloud addresses the haggis watched over by wee cookie Sue Link and Piper Keith Wellings.
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Busy busy busy!
Quatt Village Hall has had an incredibly busy year and we would like to send a huge thank you to all our friends and supporters.
The new Meeting Room has successfully been completed and we would, in particular, like to express gratitude to John Haycox and MF Jones Electrical (and teams) for all their hard work and to Michael Massey for so kindly donating the carpet. This room is now available to hire (please contact booking secretary Jackie Cooley 781759 for details).
Thanks also to Quatt Malvern Parish Council, the Local Joint Committee, Howard Thompson Trust, the Millichope Fund and Ann Lee for providing assistance in the form of grant aid, new cutlery and a dishwasher!
The car park is shortly to be given a makeover and this work has kindly been supported by the National Trust.
The (Quatt) Sugar and Spice Girls have been busy fundraising at the Dudmaston Christmas Fair (thanks again NT) and Bridgnorth Christmas lights event, raising a grand total of £500 (ish). We couldn't do it without the chutney/ jam makers efforts and all those who have either donated produce or bought the goodies! Also thanks to Annys Devereaux for loaning the festive red gazebo.
Finishing 2013 on a high, we would like to thank the National Trust for our beautiful Christmas tree and Quatt Farm Shop, artist Brian Steventon and Brian and Kath Jervis from the Cider House for donations for our Christmas Grand Draw.
Looking forward to the New Year, we have lots of exciting events planned for 2014 and our resident Wednesday afternoon Art Group continues to be a success (new members always welcome) with a Photography club to be starting soon.
Quatt Village Hall would like to wish you all a healthy and prosperous New Year. Hope to see you in 2014!
Quatt Village Hall has had an incredibly busy year and we would like to send a huge thank you to all our friends and supporters.
The new Meeting Room has successfully been completed and we would, in particular, like to express gratitude to John Haycox and MF Jones Electrical (and teams) for all their hard work and to Michael Massey for so kindly donating the carpet. This room is now available to hire (please contact booking secretary Jackie Cooley 781759 for details).
Thanks also to Quatt Malvern Parish Council, the Local Joint Committee, Howard Thompson Trust, the Millichope Fund and Ann Lee for providing assistance in the form of grant aid, new cutlery and a dishwasher!
The car park is shortly to be given a makeover and this work has kindly been supported by the National Trust.
The (Quatt) Sugar and Spice Girls have been busy fundraising at the Dudmaston Christmas Fair (thanks again NT) and Bridgnorth Christmas lights event, raising a grand total of £500 (ish). We couldn't do it without the chutney/ jam makers efforts and all those who have either donated produce or bought the goodies! Also thanks to Annys Devereaux for loaning the festive red gazebo.
Finishing 2013 on a high, we would like to thank the National Trust for our beautiful Christmas tree and Quatt Farm Shop, artist Brian Steventon and Brian and Kath Jervis from the Cider House for donations for our Christmas Grand Draw.
Looking forward to the New Year, we have lots of exciting events planned for 2014 and our resident Wednesday afternoon Art Group continues to be a success (new members always welcome) with a Photography club to be starting soon.
Quatt Village Hall would like to wish you all a healthy and prosperous New Year. Hope to see you in 2014!
Sugar and spice girls are a jamtastic hit
 Jams and Chutneys ready to go
A crack team of jam and chutney makers from Quatt recently used their talents to raise funds for Quatt Village Hall.
As you can see from the picture the task was taken seriously. About 180 jars of produce were made to sell at Dudmaston Hall Craft Fayre and Bridgnorth Lights Switch on. 
All set at Dudmaston Hall Craft Fayre.
A big thanks to Nicki and Ruth for the rather excellent location.
After such a successful two days Dudmaston Hall more Jams and Chutneys were required for The Bridgnorth Christmas Lights Switch On.
Sugar And Spices Girls and Boy to the ready.
Mat, Nett and Jackie.
Awww look at the knitted doll, sweeeeet!
Mmmmm who's hungry.
Both events were a major success. Thanks to The Sugar and Spice Girls and to all who supported both ventures. All the money raised will go to the upgrading and upkeep of Quatt Village Hall.
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 Two of the Sugar and Spice Girls ready for action at Dudmaston Craft Fayre.
Zoe Leach (left) Nett Leach
Honorary Sugar And Spice Boy, Mat Purchase makes final adjustments.
The jams and chutneys were given Santas approval.
Sugar And Spice Girls from the left to right.
Jackie Cooley, Steph Hinton, Santa (obviously) and Jenny Yates.
All set up and raring to go at The Christmas Lights Switch on in Bridgnorth.
Along side jams and chutneys The Sugar and Spice Girls had an extended range.
Thanks to Jean Davies for the lovely knitted dolls. Thanks to Sam Perry for the tasty toffee apples and chocolate chip cookies. Thanks to Rita Vernon and Karen Barker who donated jams.
A big thank you goes to Annys Devereaux for the loan of the rather funky gazebo.
Sugar and Spice Boys.
The Mayor of Bridgnorth gives the cookies the mayoral seal of approval.
left to right, Mat Purchase, Mayor, Phil Hickman
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We found a home for the pumpkin.
We've managed to find a home for the pumpkin and its little brother. Telford Foodbank are going to turn the pumpkins into lots of edible goodies. Thanks to Jake from the Foodbank for arranging this with us.
You can follow Telford Foodbank on twitter @TelfordFoodbank or click on the link www.telfordfoofbank.org.uk to check out the excellent work they do in the community.
Many Thanks to Quatt local Barry Leach for growing and donating the pumpkins.
We've managed to find a home for the pumpkin and its little brother. Telford Foodbank are going to turn the pumpkins into lots of edible goodies. Thanks to Jake from the Foodbank for arranging this with us.
You can follow Telford Foodbank on twitter @TelfordFoodbank or click on the link www.telfordfoofbank.org.uk to check out the excellent work they do in the community.
Many Thanks to Quatt local Barry Leach for growing and donating the pumpkins.
Simon Leach (Committee Member) and Jake form Telford Foodbank.
Guess the Weight of the Pumpkin Competition.
Thank you to all those who took part.
Here is the weight of the pumpkin......
drumroll please............
41,28 k.g. or 6st 7lbs or 91lbs
The winners of the Guess the Pumpkin Competition ....
Mr Ollie Sage of Birmingham
Mrs Alison Halliwell of Shropshire
Who both guessed the exact weight of the pumpkin. (Couple of clever clogs)
As both decided they didn't want pumpkin soup for the next year, the pumpkin is available to either a charity for raising funds (free of charge) or individuals who would be willing to make a donation to the village hall coffers.
Please call one of the numbers on the contacts page or leave a message.
Once again, thank you to all who took part.
Thank you to all those who took part.
Here is the weight of the pumpkin......
drumroll please............
41,28 k.g. or 6st 7lbs or 91lbs
The winners of the Guess the Pumpkin Competition ....
Mr Ollie Sage of Birmingham
Mrs Alison Halliwell of Shropshire
Who both guessed the exact weight of the pumpkin. (Couple of clever clogs)
As both decided they didn't want pumpkin soup for the next year, the pumpkin is available to either a charity for raising funds (free of charge) or individuals who would be willing to make a donation to the village hall coffers.
Please call one of the numbers on the contacts page or leave a message.
Once again, thank you to all who took part.
