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SUMMARY:The Madalitso Band (Malawi)
DESCRIPTION:‘Madalitso band are a two man musical army from Malawi. Described as ‘Uplifting and Vibrant’ by the BBC\, they get crowds beaming with wonder and on their feet dancing every time. Their first album was produced by Bongo Joe records and the band has already performed at Womex 2020\, Womad 2019\, Roskilde 2018\, Sauti Za Busara 2017…to name just a few. They were discovered busking outside a shopping centre in 2009. Their vibrant playing\, strong vocals and traditional style caught the attention of Emanuel Kamwenje who recorded their first album the same year. The band plays the babatone – a home-made instrument popular in Malawi – and the four-string guitar\, creating the traditional Malawi ‘banjo’ sound. When not playing or touring\, babatone player Yobu Malinga works as a gardener and guitarist Yosefe Kalekeni works as a security guard\, however around Malawi they are increasingly revered as musical prophets.’ \n\n\n\nPre concert supper from 6pm (Booking Essential)Phone 01768484538 \n\n\n\nTickets £15Choose your seats and book onlinehttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-movgaoWe are using the balcony seating and half of the seating rake\, so that there is space at the front for anyone wanting to dance.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-madalitso-band-malawi/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:Dub N Grub presents Omega Nebula (Live)
DESCRIPTION:Usual activity at Dub N Grub – food served from 6:30pm \n\n\n\nMusic played on the North Fire Sound – Reggae sound system for the full audio experience \n\n\n\nThis time we welcome Omega Nebula for their first venue show in Cumbria. \n\n\n\nElectronic future-dub duo OMEGA NEBULA are a force. Their music takes the most powerful elements of dub reggae and dubstep and rolls them into uplifting\, emotionally weighted anthems with a unique sonic identity. Taking influence from the UK sound system scene\, dub clubs and bass driven subcultures\, their huge sound is heart shaking\, their message profound\, and their energy invigorating. \n\n\n\nMulti-instrumentalist husband and wife duo Adjua and Dean Forrest\, who together fronted eight piece reggae outfit Backbeat Soundsystem on Easy Star Records\, have joined forces to pursue their obsession with heavyweight bass lines and slick digital dub production. Combining their prolific prowess as masterful songwriters with their rich performance background\, these two powerhouses supply an epic live/electronic hybrid show\, steeped in euphoric effects\, live instrumentation\, and killer vocals. Producer/Vocalist Adjua’s flawless destruction of the fourth wall leaves audience engagement somewhere akin to a rally cry for ravers to rise up and take control\, all the while retaining an intimate\, personal touch. \n\n\n\nOMEGA NEBULA are fresh\, exciting and their momentum is unwavering. With world class music that encompasses messages of unity\, love\, peace and progression\, this dynamic duo absolutely cannot fail to win the hearts and minds of the new dub generation and oldschool dub reggae veterans alike. \n\n\n\nWith continuous support from BBC DJ’s on 1Xtra and BBC 6\, OMEGA NEBULA are speedily on the rise and \n\n\n\ntheir live show is a must see! \n\n\n\n“Uncompromisingly immense” – Chaiwallahs
URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-presents-omega-nebula-live/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:An Evening Of Music & Food With The Upfront Kitchen & Paddy Rogan (Live)
DESCRIPTION:A brand new free event for Upfront Arts Venue \n\n\n\nWe welcome you to enjoy an evening in the gallery barn with a full menu provided by the Upfront Kitchen. \n\n\n\nEnjoy your food while listening to the sounds of talented local musician Paddy Rogan. Paddy has performed at many events at Upfront over the years and always plays an excellent show. \n\n\n\nPaddy takes influence from the likes of John Martyn\, Nick Drake and Pentangle playing a mixture of his own songs and versions. Covering styles of Gypsy Jazz\, Folk and Blues \n\n\n\nTo secure your place please phone in advance to book a table.Ideally we would like to fill the 4 seaters tables with groups. \n\n\n\nContact –TEL: 01768484538EMail: info@up-front.com
URL:https://up-front.com/event/an-evening-of-music-food-with-the-upfront-kitchen-paddy-rogan-live/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:An evening of music & food with the Upfront Kitchen and live musician Paddy Rogan (Free Event)
DESCRIPTION:A brand new free event for Upfront Arts Venue \n\n\n\nWe welcome you to enjoy an evening in the gallery barn with a full menu provided by the Upfront Kitchen. \n\n\n\nEnjoy your food while listening to the sounds of talented local musician Paddy Rogan. Paddy has performed at many events at Upfront over the years and always plays an excellent show. \n\n\n\nPaddy takes influence from the likes of John Martyn\, Nick Drake and Pentangle playing a mixture of his own songs and versions. Covering styles of Gypsy Jazz\, Folk and Blues \n\n\n\nTo secure your place please phone in advance to book a table.Ideally we would like to fill the 4 seaters tables with groups.Tel: 01768484538Email: info@up-front.com
URL:https://up-front.com/event/an-evening-of-music-food-with-the-upfront-kitchen-and-live-musician-paddy-rogan-free-event/
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SUMMARY:Mishra (World Folk Music)
DESCRIPTION:Mishra are a global folk band from the UK gathering international recognition\, who draw together roots in UK traditional music with continent-spanning musical textures into a breathtaking 5 piece performance. Performing finely crafted songs with stunning vocals and exhilarating instrumentals\, Mishra span eclectic moods; from meditative raag inspired improvisations to high-energy celtic dance tunes underpinned by unstoppable percussive grooves. They draw on training in Indian classical\, UK folk\, contemporary classical\, and a distinctive instrumental palette including santoor\, banjo\, clarinet\, low whistle\, double bass\, and a vast array of percussion.  \n\n\n\nFormed by acclaimed folk musicians Kate Griffin and Ford Collier\, all members of Mishra met in Sheffield over a shared passion for the creative possibilities of Indian classical music. Their genre defying approach to composition has taken them to festivals around the UK including Celtic Connections and Cambridge Folk Festival\, won them a prestigious Danny Kyle award\, and brought critical acclaim for their two albums ‘Reclaim’ and ‘The Loft Tapes’ including national radio play. 2023 saw them tour the UK in collaboration with Indian classical/sufi singer Deepa Shakthi with support from Arts Council England. \n\n\n\n“Fascinating stuff… I’m really enjoying Mishra’s blend” \n\n\n\nMark Radcliffe\, BBC Radio 2 \n\n\n\n“An airborne amalgam of cross-continental pollinations … More servings please” \n\n\n\nTim Cummings\, Songlines Magazine \n\n\n\n“It’s impossible to question the compelling tune-making at the heart of Mishra” \n\n\n\nMojo Magazine \n\n\n\nPre concert supper can be booked from 6pm (Booking Essential Tel: 01768484538) Concert tickets £15:Choose your seats & book online  https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-pqvxagv
URL:https://up-front.com/event/mishra-world-folk-music/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:Jack and the Beanstalk
DESCRIPTION:A marionette performance based on the traditional fairy tale.Meet Daisy the cow\, the giant\, the fiddle playing leprechaun with magic beans and the hen that lays golden eggs.Jack is brave\, but can he fool the giant\, escape and save the day?The show lasts approximately 1.5 hours with an interval in the middle and the opportunity after the show to meet the puppets and puppeteers and take photographs. \n\n\n\nTickets: Adults £10\, Children £8.50\, Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children) £33.Follow the link to see days and times of shows\, choose your seats and book online – \n\n\nhttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-rllqdd
URL:https://up-front.com/event/jack-and-the-beanstalk/
CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows
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SUMMARY:Tony McManus & Julia Toaspern
DESCRIPTION:This concert has moved to the new date of 30th June as Upfront totally flooded\, due to the extreme weather conditions on 22nd May. We have been working non stop to keep the business open with as little disruption as possible.  Please support us and the musicians who very kindly changed their schedule.  We have a Flood Appeal Fund to help us get through this difficult time. If you are unable to come to the concert\, but would like to offer a little support\, it would be very appreciated. https://www.gofundme.com/f/upfront-arts-venue-flood-relief-support \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n“Tony’s music is beyond beautiful\, it’s perfect” – Tommy Emmanuel. \n\n\n\n“Julia’s bell-like voice and her fiddle playing are thrilling. She moves effortlessly from fiddle to guitar\, her solo is impressive.” – Salon Festival\, France. \n\n\n\nHailed by the late John Renbourn as ‘the best Celtic guitarist in the world’\, Tony McManus has been listed as one of 50 transcendental guitarists of all time by Guitar Player Magazine. \n\n\n\nJulia Toaspern\, from Berlin\, combines classical violin and voice training with an interest in jazz\, baroque and traditional music. She has released two albums of original songs and performed both as a classical player and as a singer/songwriter on both sides of the Atlantic. Her skills as a guitarist are prodigious and make a very exciting fit with Tony’s work. \n\n\n\nThe duo’s guitar treatments of traditional music is unique exploring the harmonic possibilities of these old\, and sometimes not so old\, tunes. Flat-picking or finger-picking at the highest level they are always at the service of the music rather than simply displaying technical prowess – although that is very evident as well. Julia’s violin effortlessly morphs into a fiddle as she weaves from Italian madrigal to Scottish reel. Julia’s songs go to the heart of love and loss\, hope and survival and are infused with a musical input from wide and eclectic experience of musical life.Pre concert supper can be booked from 6pm onwards – (booking essential Tel: 01768484538) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/tony-mcmanus-julia-toaspern/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:Rory McLeod
DESCRIPTION:It is a real pleasure to bring Rory McLeod back to Upfront Arts Venue as he was the first person to ever perform in the newly built arts venue many years ago. An ex-circus clown and fire eater Rory is a one-man-soul-dance-band\, and poet.  He has a natural troubadour’s talent for weaving magical\, musical\, storytelling spells accompanied by his own bizarre solo orchestra of distinctive instruments.  The spoons\, finger-cymbals\, bandorea\, Djembe-drum\, harmonica\, guitar\, trombone and-tap-dancing shoes accompany the “rich\, raw\, deep and resonant” voice of this “singular and liberating performer.” \n\n\n\nMcLEOD is a musical Gypsy\, his eccentric melodies are infused with influences from Flamenco to Country blues\, through to Celtic\, East European and Calypso rhythms creating a style of music and songwriting that has been described as \n\n\n\n“Intimate\, revealing\, political and powerful.” \n\n\n\n“When he sings his songs he will take you on a journey with him.” \n\n\n\n“Poetry and dance-stories with verve\, sharpness\, humour and warmth about people and for people.” \n\n\n\n“Great songs to dance to\, infectious rhythms\, flying harmonica!”We are offering a pre concert super from Upfront cafe / restaurant booking essential please phone 01768484538 to book.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE – https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-avoeypj
URL:https://up-front.com/event/rory-mcleod/
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SUMMARY:The Mystery of the Blue Moon Saloon
DESCRIPTION:SHOW CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS AND WITHDRAWAL OF A CAST MEMBER. \n\n\n\nShow performed by Cumbrian theatre company  “Ragged Edge Productions. Devised and Performed by Stefan Escreet\, Peter Macqueen and Claire Webzell  \n\n\n\n\n\nA comic radio play presented live on stage with the assistance of the audience. Suitable for ages 7 – 97.An American Wild West town 1870. A travelling English Theatre company are performing Scenes from Shakespeare when lone gunslinger The Wanderer comes up against a gang of outlaws.When the gunsmoke clears\, Mrs Speakwell lies dead. But who killed the English actress?This daft and entertaining show gives the audience the chance to make the sound effects and take part in scenes as they are recorded in a special edition of the play. “The fun is packed into every line\, every exchange of hats\, every press of a button on the sound equipment. It is slapstick at its best from well-seasoned performers. It is not often you can experience an audience ranging from eight-year-olds to octogenarians all crying with laughter at the same thing – but you can experience this down at the Blue Moon Saloon.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets: Adults £12.50\, Children (7 years+) £8.50\, Family (2 adults & 2 children) £36 https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-ojpjoyk \n\n\n\nPre-performance supper still to be confirmed.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-mystery-of-the-blue-moon-saloon/
CATEGORIES:Theatre Performannce
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SUMMARY:Dub N Grub presents Iration Steppas
DESCRIPTION:Iration Steppas have played all over the world from Mexico to New York\, Yorkshire to Barcelona. What an pleasure to bring one of the most respected sound man and music producers within the Dub & Reggae scene to Upfront Arts Venue intimate performance for Dub N Grub all played on the full North Fire Sound custom built reggae sound system. \n\n\n\nIration Steppas Sound System is the foundation of the West Yorkshire underground bass music scene. Mark Iration and Dennis Rootikal met in the early 1990’s when sound system culture was changing and the music was evolving. This partnership led to the development of the most progressive style of reggae and dub\, which has inspired a gen- eration of new sound systems and dub producers such as O.B.F\, King Alpha\, Dubkasm and many more. It also left a mark on other genres\, with many other big names taking influence from the front man Mark Iration. \n\n\n\nFor the past 30 years Iration Steppas have pushed boundaries on sound system technology\, continually improving to stay at the top of their game\, and have collected possibly the widest plethora of dub- plates and specials of any sound system. Mark (Iration Steppas) is an entertainer and provides an experience you will not find anywhere else and you will not want to miss. \n\n\n\nIration Steppas have built a proud discography with albums such as Original Dub D.A.T.\, Dubs from the High Regionz and Dub Arena – as well as many singles\, and all are still bought in heavy numbers around the world.Support on the evening from Natural Selectas and North Fire DJs \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-presents-iration-steppas/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:Stanelli's Super Circus
DESCRIPTION:A full circus in miniature. An amazing experience not to be missed\, suitable for all ages. This unique collection of trick circus marionettes was saved for the nation by a Heritage Lottery Grant. It is one of the largest and most complete puppet circus’s in Europe. You will see clowns\, jugglers\, acrobats\, tight-rope… plus the highlight of the show – Zippo the clown shooting out of a cannon. \n\n\n\nPerformances are at 2:30 on March 29th & 31st. April 1st\, 3rd\, 5th\, 7th\, 10th\, 12th & 14th.The show lasts approximately 1.5  hours\, including an interval in the middle. Photographs are welcome after the show.   TICKETS:Children £8.50  Adults £10  Family £32 (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children).Choose your seats and book online by clicking below:https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-rayqdp \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nShow Preview
URL:https://up-front.com/event/stanellis-super-circus-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows
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SUMMARY:Spring Rising
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of the arrival of Spring by Green Door Artists\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nGreen Door Artists have been motivated by the vitality of Spring. A response to this season’s promise of renewal\, possibility\, and hope. Spring reigniting the land and the things that live below\, on\, or above it. The colours\, life and dynamic of Spring’s energy\, expressed in a variety of methods and materials.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/spring-rising/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Olivia Fern - Spring Tour - support from Anne Marie Sanderson plus free Women's singing workshop
DESCRIPTION:Based in amongst the wild natural beauty of the Lake District Olivia’s music is deeply rooted in her connection to the living earth. With a quality of the liminal to it\, Olivia’s melodies and lyrics evoke a sense of the unseen but tangible depth and beauty in life and the world around us. \n\n\n\nAn emerging artist on the alternative and folk scene with “a rare voice that can summon tears of beauty” (Ayla Nereo) \n\n\n\nOlivia shares her music internationally performing in many different settings: from gig venues and festivals to yoga retreats and environmental activism events. \n\n\n\nReviews : \n\n\n\n“Incredible melodies\, voice\, lyrics and soul” BBC Introducing \n\n\n\n“Haunting vocals\, a captivating presence\, and a truly beautiful voice. Expect goosebumps” Beatherder Festival \n\n\n\n“The emotive songcrafting of Olivia Fern’s music wraps around my ears to lead me down a quiet pathway to the heart” Murray Kyle \n\n\n\n“one of those rare and stunning voices than can summon tears of beauty” Ayla Nereo \n\n\n\nOlivia’s spring tour has been supported by Arts Council England\, along with the release of a new body of work that centres around a connection to the feminine in the form of nature\, sisterhood and female empowerment. \n\n\n\nDuring her U.K. tour Olivia will be offering free Women’s Singing Circles as well as her concerts – the first being at UpFront Arts on Saturday 23rd prior to the concert. 4-6pm To book for the Womens singing workshop  Phone – 01768484538 Email – info@up-front.com  \n\n\n\nNo singing experience needed. Come as you are.  \n\n\n\nOlivia’s singing circles offer a safe and welcoming space to be amongst other women and to explore and connect with your voice through sharing and song.  \n\n\n\nOlivia will share simple songs for the group to sing. They have been collected over the years and also specifically  written for this purpose. These songs aim to uplift and remind us of our innate power\, wisdom and beauty as women . \n\n\n\nThe session will start with a short guided meditation before opening into an optional sharing circle and then voice opening and songs:  \n\n\n\n“I’ve not sung for years and felt quite nervous but Olivia created such a gentle and loving space for me to explore my voice again” Anna J\, participant.  \n\n\n\n“The space Olivia creates is so much more than a singing circle. It’s a beautiful space which will leave you feeling as if you are wrapped in a supportive blanket.” – Hazel. M \n\n\n\nBook tickets here – https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-lnaoxln
URL:https://up-front.com/event/olivia-fern-spring-tour-support-from-anne-marie-sanderson-plus-free-womens-singing-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Dub N Grub - North Fire Sound meets Mighty Oak Sound System
DESCRIPTION:For the first time we are inviting a guest sound system and crew. \n\n\n\nMighty Oak Sound System have been friends with the North Fire crew for many years and it is a great pleasure to bring this session together. \n\n\n\nMighty Ben & Jofis have been regularly hosting events across Scotland. Jofis has also been producing some amazing music which have been played by the likes of Jah Shaka. \n\n\n\nThis will be a friendly sound system meet up as both sound systems rotate over the evening. \n\n\n\nFood will be served from 7pm onwards as a simple take away menu provided by the new chef of the Upfront Kitchen \n\n\n\nBook tickets here https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-yamygjj
URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-north-fire-sound-meets-mighty-oak-sound-system/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:Hedera (Quintet)
DESCRIPTION:Hedera is a new Bristol-based quintet of instrumentalists brought together by a desire to lean into the slower and more delicate side of European folk traditions. \n\n\n\nTheir growing repertoire draws on French\, English\, Eastern European and Scandinavian music\, with playful and inventive arrangements that reflect the diverse array of experience brought by members of the band: violinists Maisie Brett and Lulu Ruby Rose\, clarinettist Isis Wolf-Light\, Beth Roberts on double bass\, and Tamsin Elliott on accordion and harp. Intrigued by the combination of strings and reeds that seems to lend itself to effortless arranging\, they have also now begun to create original music together. Their debut release ‘Waterwheel’ was composed by Tamsin Elliott and filmed by Elly Lucas in a dramatic Perthshire arboretum; it premiered on Folk Radio in October 2022.  \n\n\n\nThe project began life as a group of friends playing folk tunes around winter bonfires\, grateful to have a collective musical outlet while their regular projects (Solana\, Opa Rosa\, Hands of the Heron) were unable to perform due to the pandemic. They discovered a shared love of listening deeply\, playing slowly\, and finding new ways to support each other musically. Over time\, the ensemble has evolved into something more structured\, but still retains the intimacy and gentle conviviality of its beginnings. Their debut performance took place at Fire in the Mountain festival in June 2022\, and in December 2022\, they sold out their first ever hometown gig at The Greenbank\, with such a demand for tickets that they seriously contemplated adding a second date. Their scheduled performances for 2024 include King’s Place (London)\, Ashburton Arts Centre and Black Fen Folk Club (Cambridge). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE  www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/hedera-quintet/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:"Our Land in Colour"                                    Oil paintings by Julie Dumbarton
DESCRIPTION:It is a pleasure for Upfront to host an exhibition by Julie Dumbarton. Her first solo exhibition as a young artist was with us 22 years ago.  \n\n\n\nShe recently returned to Cumbria having lived in Scotland for 20 years. Julie has has exhibited nationally and internationally and won numerous awards. She was  also on sky arts\, “Landscape artist of the year”. \n\n\n\nJulie’s paintings mainly represent elements of landscapes and scenery she has seen\, loved and remembered\, which are then combined to make one beautiful image.  \n\n\n\n“Colour plays the main role in what I create. If I was forced to sum up what I want to express\, I would describe them as dreamlike and nostalgic\, yet contemporary. They speak of memories and the endurance of images. Atmospheric and melancholic\, they are inconsequential moments that are highly charged.  As a landscape artist I endeavour to inspire and nurture our love of the natural world”.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/our-land-in-colour-oil-paintings-by-julie-dumbarton/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Hansel & Gretel
DESCRIPTION:A Magical Winter Fairy Tale – A Perfect Outing for Christmas.\n\n\n\nThe witch invites Hansel and Gretel inside\n\n\n\nLeft behind in the forest\, can two innocent children survive? Hansel is quite smart\, but it takes his sister Gretel to save the day and bring about a happy ending.  \n\n\n\nA marionette puppet show with scenery\, special effects & musical score.The show takes you on a magical journey into the woods\, where the children are led by a magic bird to a house made of sweets. The witch leads them inside where she catches Hansel in a cage\, ready to eat him. Gretel has a plan and tricks the witch and pushes her into her own oven.Everything ends happily ever after. \n\n\n\nFOLLOWING THE SHOW:Meet the puppeteers and puppets\, ask questions\, see how things work & take photographs.  \n\n\n\nPERFORMANCE TIMES:11 am – December 22nd\, 23rd\, 29th & 30th.2:30pm – December 16th\, 20th\, 21st\, 22nd\, 23rd\, 24th\, 28th & 29th.The show last approximately 1.5 hours with an interval. \n\n\n\nSuitable for ages 4 – 94Adults £10\, Children £8.50. Family £33 (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children) \n\n\n\nChoose your seats and book below:   \n\n\n\nBook Now
URL:https://up-front.com/event/hansel-gretel/
CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows
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SUMMARY:Brushstrokes - creative thinking in paint and clay
DESCRIPTION:An expression of Life\, Colour and Landscape by Potters and Painters \n\n\n\nThis exhibition has been curated by Cumbrian artist\, Frances Winder who is a regular exhibitor at Upfront:“The exhibition is a collection of works from friends whose work I love\, rich and complex designs in ceramics and in paint\, or bold and exciting work. Sensitive responses to the environment or internal searches for meaning. My friends show  a wealth of responses to the world and it’s beauties. I have tried to reflect that in this selection for your enjoyment“
URL:https://up-front.com/event/brushstrokes-creative-thinking-in-paint-and-clay/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Dub N Grub Ft Mungo's Hi Fi
DESCRIPTION:Very special guests Mungo’s Hi Fi DJ set. Long time friends of North Fire Sound. Now a well known name in reggae & dubwise music across the globe. Mungo’s have toured the world with original music productions\, sound system and live vocal sets. \n\n\n\nHaving worked with the likes of Barrington Levy\, Dawn Penn\, Tippa Irie\, Eva Lazarus\, Kenny Knots\, YT\, Little John\, Junior Cat and many more. \n\n\n\nMungo’s originally started Dub & Grub years ago in Glasgow. It brings me great pleasure to bring them back to an event which they started for a special fund raising night for Upfront Arts Venue. \n\n\n\nStarting at 7pm with North Fire Sound with guest selector Nem on the decks. \n\n\n\nFor the first time we welcome guest kitchen Nomad Pizza’s who will be doing Wood Fired Pizzas just outside the venue please come and support the food trader. \n\n\n\nSound will be provided by the full North Fire Sound System. \n\n\n\nBook tickets in advance as this event will definitely sell out.£14 – 18+ Event Tickets on sale at ticketsource follow event page link to purchasePurchase here – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-ft-mungos-hi-fi/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:The Brothers Gillespie
DESCRIPTION:Described by Folk Radio UK as ‘weaving an especially compelling magic’\, and ‘showing British acoustic music in its best possible light’\, Northumbrian duo The Brothers Gillespie make music that is animated by lyrical songwriting\, fine fingerstyle guitar playing\, multi-instrumental musicianship and ‘the glorious tones of their blood harmony’ (Sam Lee). \n\n\n\nBrothers James and Sam Gillespie found their sound growing up in the fells and valleys of Northumberland\, their songs often describing relationships with wild places and the experience of finding oneself in a world alive with soul. The music comes to them most strongly when walking in the borderlands with their packs and instruments which remains a regular practice for them. This spirit is channeled into their live performances which have a rare and intimate energy\, both ethereal and earthy\, romantic and radical. The brothers have travelled far and wide with their music and have played at Cambridge and Sidmouth Folk Festivals and opened for Lankum and Sam Lee. In 2021 they featured in the English Heritage ‘Songs of England’ recording series that appeared on BBC Radio 4. The release of their new album ‘The Merciful Road’ (‘pure magic’\, Living Tradition) in Spring 2022 saw them embark on their most extensive national tour to date.‘The Merciful Road’ was recorded in a cottage by the banks of the river Tweed and like their previous album ‘The Fell’\, it blends rootsy\, acoustic elements to create a rich warm sound with a touch of vintage magic. In some ways it is an album about finding the thread of love and belonging in a world that seems to be nonetheless unravelling. \n\n\n\nThe brothers emerge from the time of lockdowns with a yet greater reverence for the joy and privilege of being with an audience in real time and space.‘Our music is inspired by the still wild soul of the land in which we live\, a land alive with presences\, not owned by anyone. It is about seeing with the eye of the heart and recovering our imaginations. It is about finding home\, belonging and each other in a world which is singing to us as we sing to it’. \n\n\n\n“Anyone who has seen the brothers live will surely attest that it is an experience that will stay with you. There is a feeling of warmth that exudes from them and affects everyone in the room” – Folk London \n\n\n\n“Not since the minimal chamber folk of Simon And Garfunkel has two voices and an acoustic guitar sounded so absolutely perfect.” FATEA \n\n\n\nStunning songs beautifully sung and played. Without doubt a classic in the making from a duo potent with potential.” – Northern Sky \n\n\n\n“Uncluttered\, simply but intoxicatingly arranged and adorned by their magical harmonies\, musically steeped in the earth\, grass and leaves that mark the pathways\, this is a road you really need to travel.” – Bright Young Folk \n\n\n\n“Warning to all folk fest and club orgs. book these lads while you still can because I have a feeling that they aren’t going to be short of work. – Mike Harding \n\n\n\n“The stars of the show were The Brother’s Gillespie – more than an hour of fantastic musicianship. Imagine the guitar work of the early Nic Jones\, the close harmony work of the Dransfields and the commitment and honesty of Bob Davenport rolled into two brothers and you’ll get some idea.” Mike Harding \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre concert supper available from 6pm (Booking essential phone 01768484538) \n\n\n\n\n\nTickets £14 each.  Choose your seats and  BUY TICKETS HERE – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-brothers-gillespie/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:Shared Stories at Upfront
DESCRIPTION:Ceramic Exhibition by 12 members of Northern Potters – Northwest
URL:https://up-front.com/event/shared-stories-at-upfront/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Antique Fair
DESCRIPTION:We have a series of three Antique Fairs over a three month period.  26th September & 31st October. \n\n\n\nWhether your taste is jewellery\, ceramics\, glass\, fine art\, toys\, militaria or diverse collectibles\, the Fair offers a unique opportunity to those in and around the Penrith area to buy (or sell).
URL:https://up-front.com/event/antique-fair/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:Tamsin Elliott (Solana) & Tarek Elazhary
DESCRIPTION:Come an enjoy a first time exclusive performance as Tamsin Elliott brings her new music project to Cumbria.  \n\n\n\n“There is a rich thread of collaboration throughout\, one which both celebrates and highlights the coming together of cultures and music… dreamlike and mesmerising” – Folk Radio UK \n\n\n\nExploring the parallels and celebrating the idiosyncrasies of both Egyptian and English folk traditions\, Tamsin Elliott and Tarek Elazhary aim to find commonality\, foster cross-cultural connection and help to heal the scars of a colonial past through meaningful and conscious collaboration. \n\n\n\nA dialogue born of mutual respect and friendship enables instruments from disparate traditions – lever harp\, accordion and whistles\, and the Arabic oud – to speak with the same voice\, the voice of a future-facing new generation wishing to build something new and authentic together. \n\n\n\nSupported by EFDSS and Help Musicians\, the duo will combine their “outstanding compositional and instrumental prowess” (RnR) in their debut album\, due for release on Penny Fiddle Records in September 2023Pre concert supper can be booked from 6pm (booking essential please ring 01768484538) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS HERE £14 each  http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/tamsin-elliott-solana-tarek-elazhary/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:"Solway Series" - Photographs by David Moyes
DESCRIPTION:6th – 24th September  \n\n\n\nThe 20 images in the exhibition\, each one mounted and framed\, show the moods and movementof the Solway’s waters\, particularly around the beaches of Dumfries and Galloway.“I think the photographs reveal aspects of Solway beaches that are less often noticed\,” says David.“Some feature the same location but in different weather or tidal conditions and each imagecreates a different atmosphere from this beautiful coastline.”All David’s photographs are available for sale at £75 each with the money raised going to supporta local charity\, Suicide Bereavement Support (SBS) for Cumbria and the surrounding areas.David would like to thank the key sponsors for the exhibition: Penrith Rotary Club and The Lions Club Penrith. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFriday 15th September 7pm – 8:30pm“Finding Peace within a Troubled World – A Buddhist Approach”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Talk by Dave Stones. He will be leading 2 short mediations as part of the event and there will be the opportunity to chat afterwards for those that wish to with a cuppa & some cake.This is a free event\, designed to create the opportunity for those that might wish to take part in mediation\, perhaps for the first time & learn something more about the Buddhist approach. \n\n\n\nThe event is in support of the Suicide Bereavement Society and the current exhibition that we are running at Upfront gallery as a fund raiser for the Charity. Any donations for SBS will be greatly received on the evening. But the key objective is to create space and an opportunity for people to experience and learn more about meditation.We give thanks and gratitude to Dave Stones for his time and support to make this event possible. \n\n\n\nPlease click on the Eventbrite free link to book your place\, so that we know how many people to expect. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/finding-peace-within-a-troubled-world-a-buddhist-approach-tickets-714489927607?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://up-front.com/event/solway-series-photographs-by-david-moyes/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:New Work by Jamie Oldham
DESCRIPTION:Jamie grew up in Cumbria and after living near Bath and exhibiting regularly in many London galleries he decided in 2022 to return to Cumbria and live near the Solway coast.He loves the work of the landscapists Fred Cumming and Kurt Jackson\, but his greatest influence (and greatest teacher) has been his late father\, Tom. Upfront had the pleasure of holding a memorable exhibition many years ago which included Jamie\, his father Tom Oldham and David William Morris.Jamie enjoys working in several genres – landscape\, still life and bird portraits – with multiple media including acrylics\, oils and cold wax. \n\n\n\nThe work in this exhibition is en plein air or studio work of West Cumbria\, the North Lakes and the Solway coast area.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/new-work-by-jamie-oldham/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:The Emperor and the Nightingale
DESCRIPTION:Summer Puppet Show \n\n\n\n\n\nA traditional marionette performance\, based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen.  A beautiful & lyrical production with Chinese flute music by Yue Guo. \n\n\n\nA nightingale sings and charms the Emperor\, until a mechanical bird takes its place. When the mechanical bird explodes\, the real nightingale returns to sing on its own terms. It is free and sings of the beauty that it sees in the natural world in which it lives. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe show lasts approximately 1.5 hours with an interval in the middle.Meet the puppets and puppeteers after the show. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPerformances are Thursdays @ 2:30\, Fridays @ 11:00 & Sundays @ 2:30TICKETS: Adults £10\, Children £8\, Family £30 (2 adults/2 children or 1 adult/3 children)Click the link below to choose your seats and book online. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-jgrojp
URL:https://up-front.com/event/the-emperor-and-the-nightingale-2/
CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows
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SUMMARY:Summer Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:We welcome three new artists to Upfront as part of our 2023 Summer Exhibition.Sheena McCurrach\, from Galloway who has become known for her use of vibrant colour and texture\, particularly those found in our winter landscape\, and also for her distinctive and sympathetic approach to portraying birds\, trees and other animals.Mavis Atkinson Smith\, from Dumfries who draws inspiration from landscape\, gardens\, flowers\, dance and the written word.  Her sketch book is at the core of her approach and she works in a variety of different media.Bob Henfrey\, from Kendal who works en plein air in sketchbooks. His paintings use a variety of medium. and he has recently co-authored a book on the experiences of being a painter-artist.Our fourth artist is Haydn Morris who has been a regular exhibitor at Upfront over the years.  .He draws inspiration from the spectacular Lake District landscape to paint impressionistic oils and watercolours. Our foyer gallery includes work by our regular 2023 artists\, Mark A Pearce\, Mary Ann Rogers\, Geoffrey Smith and ceramics by Syl Macro\, Chris Cox\, Dorit Deutsch & Brian Goodall.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/summer-exhibition-2/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Philip Clouts Quartet - Melodic Jazz with inspirations from around the world
DESCRIPTION:The South African roots of Cape Town born pianist/composer Philip Clouts have inspired a voyage of discovery that has lead him to soaking up the joyful passion of Caribbean calypso\, the bluesy melodies of middle eastern praise songs\, the exuberant sway of Cuban dance music and the tuneful essence of Gospel while honouring jazz heroes including Bill Evans\, Keith Jarrett and Charles Lloyd. These all come together  in his superbly accomplished quartet.Following on from the critically acclaimed releases Sennen Cove and The Hour of Pearl\, the new CD Umoya captures this wide-ranging music superbly and in concert\, Clouts\, saxophonist Samuel Eagles\, bassist Tim Fairhall and drummer Ted Carrasco bring it alive with tremendous imagination\, vim and vigour.Umoya review – “Precise ebullience and relaxed funkiness” The Guardian \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets £15. Book online with the link below and choose your seats. \n\n\n\n\nBook Here
URL:https://up-front.com/event/philip-clouts-quartet-melodic-jazz-with-inspirations-from-around-the-world/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:HANNAH APPLEYARD and  STUART SHORT
DESCRIPTION:Paintings & Sculpture \n\n\n\n\n\nHannah’s paintings are full of colour\, life & magic.  She wants people to approach her work with an open mind and open gaze and let their imagination do the rest.Her inspiration is nature and the natural world and she is fascinated by the similarities between the macrocosm and the microcosm.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nStuart is well known for his animal portraits. His latest paintings are more abstract and expressionist. He uses the play of light through oil glazes to build up colours\, which give his paintings a luminescent quality.Stuart’s sculptural work is influenced by Bronze Age design patterns which are found carved into stones at ancient sites in the U.K.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/hannah-appleyard-and-stuart-short/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Ahmed Dickinson & Eduardo Martin
DESCRIPTION:Eduardo Martin\, the Grammy nominated and multiple life-time achievement award-winning Cuban guitarist and composer\, joins forces with fellow award-winning\, London based Cuban musician\, Ahmed Dickinson – a guitarist described as a ‘true pioneer’ by Classic FM – to present ‘The Bridge’. Launching an expansive tour of the UK and Ireland\, Martin and Dickinson perform the music of their long-awaited album\, ‘The Bridge’: a carefully curated compilation of Eduardo’s most alluring works for two guitars\, where rock merges with son montunos; old Yoruba chants\, feel-good rumbas and funk- boleros\, with cinematic pieces sitting alongside Cuban tumbaos with slap bass. Perfect sound bites exploring the many facets of the guitar tradition from across the Americas. By incorporating the influences of jazz\, flamenco\, pop\, Afro and traditional Cuban melodic and rhythmic intricacies\, the music bridges the gap between generations and continents\, past and present\, uniting teacher and student. \n\n\n\nSays Dickinson:“It is a privilege to play with Eduardo. Playing his music gives me a sense of musical sincerity. It is exhilarating to go on stage and convey all these melodies and rhythms that sound fresh\, current and honest.” \n\n\n\nEduardo Martin explains:“The Bridge alludes precisely to the connections we have established musically\, Ahmed and I. Also\, the bridge that I establish throughout my compositions\, between genres and musical styles that interest me. Finally\, it is the connection with the audiences who enjoy our work.” \n\n\n\nHaving first met as student and teacher at the Superior Institute of Art in Havana\, the venerable musician and composer Martin instantly recognised in Dickinson a young man who knew the musical path he wanted to travel. The composer keenly followed Dickinson’s career over the years and a strong musical friendship developed. The pair first began to work together in 2014\, when Dickinson invited Martin to London to perform a concert of his works at the Bolivar Hall. Since that performance\, their musical partnership has flourished\, pausing only for the time of the pandemic. Both artists are hugely in demand as solo performers\, so to see them perform together in this project is one not to be missed. \n\n\n\nThis is a rare opportunity to catch guitar master\, Eduardo Martin\, on these shores. The collaboration with Ahmed Dickinson shares their rich culture and heritage\, through the duo’s much celebrated artistry. Martin tells us\, “This will be the first time we have been able to travel together since the pandemic. Playing live again fills me with a very great emotion. We have waited a long time and the feeling of anticipation and excitement to perform together again has only increased.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets £16Pre Concert Supper from 6pm booking essential Tel: 01768484538Book tickets here – http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited \n\n\n\nSUPPER MENUStarters: Tomato & Basil Soup; Mushroom Pate or Stilton Cheesecake.Mains: Goats Cheese\, Spring Onion & Hazelnut Quiche; Spinach Pancakes; Greek Salad or Mixed Bean Casserole with Rice. (all meals served with our freshly prepared selection of salads)Puddings: Royal Ice Cream Sundae (blueberries\, raspberries\, strawberries & meringue); Chocolate torte or Apricot\, Honey & Coconut Crumble.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/ahmed-dickinson-eduardo-martin/
CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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