THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
A SWASHBUCKLING CLASSIC BRIMMING WITH
WIT AND UNFORGETTABLE TUNES!
DIRECTED BY GLYNDEBOURNE FAVOURITE DONNA STIRRUP
CONDUCTED BY BBC RADIO 3 PRESENTER MARTIN HANDLEY
CONGRESS THEATRE, EASTBOURNE
Wed 15 – Sat 18 January 2025 7.30pm, Matinees Thu & Sat 2.30pm
Tarantara Productions’ limited UK tour of Gilbert and Sullivan’s witty and touching masterpiece The Pirates of Penzance brings a nearly 50 strong company of international singers and an orchestra to do justice to Sullivan’s brilliant score. This vibrant company comprises some performers with years of experience of this repertoire alongside talented newcomers at the beginning of surely brilliant careers.
Bringing to life the story of a pirate’s apprentice who falls head over heels in love with the daughter of a Major General with hilarious consequences, this production will let Gilbert and Sullivan speak as richly as they intended, with clarity, humour, humanity, love and commitment to Gilbert and Sullivan’s genius. The much-loved swashbuckling classic deserves its well-loved position in theatrical history.
Tickets: eastbournetheatres.co.uk. Box Office 01323 412000
A peek at some of the
stories in the latest issue
THE ART OF GIVING
Giving well is an art in itself…
…not just beautifully and thoughtfully presenting a gift, but taking the time to find a gift that is special, perhaps unique, and a world away from the mass-produced items that are so common in our modern society. There is a move away from the instant, disposable tat that lines high street shelves, and this move is driven by artists, makers and artisans, providing a vast array of original, desirable work. As artist Sarah Duffield points out, “Your Secret Santa may be happy with comedy socks this festive season but the special people in your life might feel a little disgruntled if they receive a pair as well”!
Have a look at all the creative gift ideas in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here.
pictured: ‘All Our Favourite Places’ by artist Sarah Duffield, featured on p.9 of ingénu/e issue 45. www.sduffieldart.co.uk
Handel’s Messiah this Christmas
If your Christmas plans aren’t complete until you’ve got a performance of Handel's Messiah in the diary, then look no further than critically-acclaimed opera company Wild Arts for this year’s festive fix.
Following a sell-out tour in 2023, Wild Arts bring their fresh, innovative staging of Handel's legendary telling of the Christmas story to Chichester and Rochester cathedrals this December. Performing their solos from memory, star singers bring music and story to life, with staging devised by theatre and opera director Tom Morris (Breaking the Waves, Dr Semmelweis, War Horse). The musicians of the Wild Arts Ensemble, playing on instruments similar to the ones that would have been around when Handel was composing his masterpiece, are directed by Wild Arts’ Artistic Director Orlando Jopling in this enthralling production.
Tuesday 17 December, 7pm; Chichester Cathedral; Chichester, Sussex PO19 1PX
Thursday 19 December, 7.15pm; Rochester Cathedral; The Precinct, Rochester ME1 1SX
Tickets from £15. To book visit wildarts.org.uk/messiah
CRANBROOK ART SHOW
7-9 November, Vestry Hall, Cranbook TN17 3HA
The Cranbrook Art Show has giving at its core and is set up to showcase a wealth of local talent. With the viewpoint that art is essential rather than a luxury, with the power to lift the spirit, this exhibition is free to visit. For those seeking gift ideas for the festive season the exhibition is filled with original works from painting, printmaking, drawing, ceramics, glass, jewellery, sculpture and something for every budget.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more details go to www.cranbrookartshow.org.uk
pictured: Katie Whitbread, Hydrangeas Annabelle; Jade Taylor, The Treasure Seekers (The Waxwings part II)
ARTSPRING GALLERY
Artspring overdrive! It’s a busy autumn for the 11 talented painters, potters, jewellers, printmakers and glassmakers from the ArtSpring Gallery. As well as welcoming visitors to their friendly gallery in Tonbridge they are also exhibiting for the second time at the Horsebridge Centre in Whitstable from 9 – 21 October. After that it will be time to prepare for Christmas!
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information about the gallery and its artists go to www.artspringgallery.co.uk
pictured: Antonia Enthoven, Pink Peonies; Colin Anderson, Medway Bridge
CHALK GALLERY, Lewes
Special gift ideas for the festive season
As we approach the season of giving Chalk’s member artists always think about ensuring there is a wonderful range of affordable art that visitors can buy as gifts. Whether it is a fantastic selection of original Christmas cards; affordable and unique ceramics; paintings and prints to suit all budgets as well as gift vouchers to spend in the gallery.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for opening times and more information about the gallery, its artists and upcoming exhibitions go to www.chalkgallerylewes.co.uk
pictured: Yolande Beer, Large Mermaid Jug (Earthenware); Linda Letham, ‘Icarus’
the little art gallery
“Summer is over and the leaves are starting to change colour, it is time to think of what Winter brings. The festive season is time to meet up with friends and family many of us exchanging gifts. What is more pleasing than choosing something for a loved one that gives pleasure. Here in ‘the little art gallery’ in West Wittering we have a variety of objects of varying styles and prices which make unique gifts from our clever artists.”
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for opening times and more information check out www.thelittleartgallery.online
pictured: enamel and glass pieces, perfect gift ideas; the little art gallery, West Wittering
SHOREHAM ART GALLERY
embraces the art of giving!
Get inspired at Shoreham Art Gallery this season and discover a diverse range of original work by Shoreham’s collective of 20 local Artists and Makers plus guest artists.
Back by popular demand this October is our Guest Artist, ceramicist Jola Spytkowska, with her latest collection ‘Ceramic Critters’. November and December will feature unique pieces of all types by different Gallery artists.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more details of exhibitions and guest artists go to www.shorehamgallery.co.uk/news/
pictured: Jola Spytkowska, Fish Eyes; Anna Cates, wooden angels
THE LIGHTHOUSE GALLERY
Step into a Vintage Christmas
At the Lighthouse Gallery they understand how important it is to help you find just the right thing to tuck under the tree. After all, what could be better than something handmade by a local artist or maker? Your support for independent local business is invaluable and a vital boost to the local economy, most especially at this time of year. Inside you'll find work by 25 local artists and makers, including paintings, lino prints, ceramics, wood, fused glass, silver jewellery, textiles - plenty of gift ideas, all served up alongside fabulous festive food and drinks.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information about the gallery and their artists check out @lighthousegalleryeastbourne
pictured: Barbara Butterworth, ceramic lady; festive mug
GALLERY BN5, Henfield
where art is a passion for each of our artists
Artist-run Gallery BN5 offers a wide variety of work by their artists and makers, for all tastes and budgets, and as autumn turns towards winter it is the ideal place to browse for Christmas gift ideas. They believe that the art of giving is a gift in itself; the choosing and giving of a gift that will light up the person’s face when they receive what you have chosen with care especially for them.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information about the gallery, its opening times and artists go to www.gallerybn5.co.uk
pictured: Esther Newnham-Brown, Winter Birches
GALLERY@42, Eastbourne
presents ‘The Only Way is Sussex’
The Only Way is Sussex is an exhibition of work by Lindy Dunbar, Kathy Russell, Alan Taylor, Richard K Potter, Sue Smith, Jackie Hulford, Robert Steverns, Firouzeh Le Magueresse and Pennie Cunliffe-Lister, inspired by the county in which they live and work.
Owned and run by artist Pennie Cunliffe-Lister, Gallery@42 is also the home of Pennie’s Pet Portraits. Commission the artist for that special gift.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information go to www.galleryat42.co.uk and www.penniespetportraits.co.uk
pictured: Robert Stevens, ‘Morning Gallop on Pevensey Beach’ (detail); Pennie Cunliffe-Lister, ‘Downland’
THIS IS MY THEATRE
touring The Snow Queen & A Christmas Carol
With live music, song and characters all ages will love, This Is My Theatre's adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s festive adventure The Snow Queen is created to be fun and vibrant, to capture imaginations and engage audiences.
This Is My Theatre brings Charles Dickens’ classic tale A Christmas Carol to life in a stunning one-act adaptation. Packed with charm, cheer and, of course, plenty of carols, this production is sure to spread joy and warm hearts this Christmas!
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information, venue and date details go to www.thisismytheatre.com
pictured: The Snow Queen; Tiny Tim (photo Sarah Slator)
THE OLD MARKET, Hove
The independent grassroots venue presents:
Julia Fordham - 16th November
Known the world over for her stunningly rich voice and intelligent and heartfelt lyrics, Julia Fordham returns to the UK for her first headline tour in seven years and will be performing an array of her classic songs alongside songs from her forthcoming album.
Please right back - 6th to 21st December
Multi-award winning theatre company 1927’s brand new show 'Please right back' explores the difficulties children go through when a parent leaves the family while celebrating the power of the imagination to overcome hardship; ‘a eulogy to the power of the imagination, storytelling and make-believe’.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more information go to www.theoldmarket.com
pictured: Julia Fordham; 1927, Please right back
HORSHAM MUSIC CIRCLE
83rd SEASON AUTUMN SERIES
Horsham Music Circle presents their the 83rd Season – the three autumn concerts start with a dazzling global music programme, introduce a brilliant young bassoonist, and welcome back a British pianist praised for his unfailingly communicative playing.
On 21st September in the Causeway Barn the series opens with the fabulous Kosmos Ensemble. Kosmos is re-defining the relationship between classical and world music.
10th October seees the highly talented bassoonist Siping Guo joined by pianist Apolline Khou to play Bach, Bozza, Weber and Saint-Saëns.
Distinguished British pianist Leon McCawley returns on 23rd November; he has been delighting audiences worldwide since major competition wins in Vienna and Leeds.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more details of exhibitions and guest artists go to www.horsham-music-circle.org.uk
pictured: Kosmos Ensemble; Siping Guo (image courtesy of lichfield festival); Leon McCawley, photo Anna Paik
Imperial Classical Ballet
returns to your local theatres
with Swan Lake & The Nutcracker
An impressive international cast of dancers from many different countries will be performing a top-quality ballet at your local theatre, accompanied by a large live orchestra.
These two classics for the festive season, Swan Lake and The Nutcracker, will transport and delight audiences of all ages. A wonderful evening out, with memories to cherish long after the final curtain falls.
Read all about it in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and visit www.imperial-ballet.com for further info and tickets.
pictured: Imperial Classical Ballet perform The Nutcracker (main image) and Swan Lake.
ART JUNCTION
Courses in Sculpture, Mould Making &
Casting, Life Drawing & Painting
Looking for a unique gift for a creative soul? Gift vouchers are available and can be an amount of your choosing.
One thing that we take pride in at the studio is that we are an open access space. If you have a sculpture project in mind chances are we can provide the space, time, and support to help you achieve it from conception to finished piece. No matter how small the project, or how little your experience, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’ll let you know if we can help.
Read a testimonial in the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more details of everything Art Junction has to offer go to www.artjunction.uk
pictured: (main image) artist Lena Finn at work on her sculpture project; Maria Sharipo sculpting professional aerialist Naomi Wood in action
WEST DEAN COLLEGE of Art,
Design, Craft & Conservation
Find cosy creative courses this autumn
West Dean College is a special place at this time of year. With the roaring fire of Oak Hall, golden leaves adorning the arboretum and hearty soups bubbling away in the campus kitchen it is a beautiful season to slow down and get in touch with your creativity.
We are hosting a plethora of courses inspired by the colours and sights of this season. For more information please read the article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for full details of all courses please go to https://westdean.ac.uk
pictured: Blacksmithing with Cara Wassenberg; Oak Hall at Christmas. Photos by Chris Ison
Catriona Millar’s
Art Class, Eastbourne
There are very few opportunities to learn the traditional techniques of painting, particularly from an acclaimed artist, which makes Catriona Millar’s art class very special.
“We’ve had art students coming to the class to learn the basics of painting which their college no longer teaches. These techniques are centuries old and can be applied to oils and acrylics. It’s a pleasure to pass them on and help people develop their work,” said Catriona, ingénu/e magazine’s cover star for Spring 2024. Catriona’s art class runs every Tuesday 11am to 1pm in the beautiful St John’s Parish Hall in Upper Meads, Eastbourne, and is ongoing.
Read the full article in the current issue of ingénu/e magazine here and for more details of courses and workshops go to www.catrionamillar.com
pictured: Catriona Millar, ‘Celeste and Little Wing’
