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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 walker\, lion jumping throuh fire… plus the highlight of the show – Zippo the clown shooting out of a cannon. \n\n\n\nPerformances dates and times:Sunday 29th March @ 3pmWednesday 1st April @ 3pmThursday 2nd April @ 11amFriday 3rd April @ 3pmEaster Sunday 5th April @ 3pmEaster Monday 6th April @ 3pmWednesday 8th April @ 3pmThursday 9th April @ 11amFriday 10th April @ 3pmSunday 12th April @ 3pm \n\n\n\nThe show lasts approximately 1.5 hours\, including an interval in the middle. Meet the puppets and puppeteers after the show and take photographsTICKETS:Children £8.50 Adults £10 Family £32 (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children).Choose your seats and book online below \n\n\n\nhttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/e-xpregj \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nN.B. The Upfront Puppet Museum will be opening for the first time on puppet show days. Book tickets for a museum visit at 1:30 before the 3pm performances\, or at 1pm after the morning performances.Tickets will be available to book online very soon.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/stanellis-super-circus-3/
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SUMMARY:Steel Foxes\, Uncle Carbunkle & North Fire Sound (DJ)
DESCRIPTION:Steel Foxes are an 8 piece band from Cumbria that have made a solid impression on new audiences across the festival scene last summer. As they get ready for another busy summer of festivals we welcome them for spring dance to blow out the the cobwebs. \n\n\n\nSteel Foxes creates a unique sound blending violin\, harp electronic synths and fx with tight drums and bass. Complimented with chunky guitar riffs & vocal harmonies. They are hard to define as their sound is a unique mix of funk\, dubbed out electronics and soundscapes with high energy rhythms and performance. \n\n\n\nOn support we have Cumbrian blues musician known for his impromptu busking performances around the county Phil Saunders AKA Uncle Carbunkle. He will be playing his version of Cyberskiffle with electronic blues guitar\, harmonica & vocals alongside live drums. \n\n\n\nAfter party DJ set from North Fire Sound playing funk\, soul\, hip hop & reggae \n\n\n\nTickets £12 \n\n\n\n– BUY HERE –https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited/t-jxxlldr
URL:https://up-front.com/event/steel-foxes-uncle-carbunkle-north-fire-sound-dj/
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SUMMARY: Ahmed Dickinson Cárdenas and Eduardo Martín (Classical Guitar Concert)
DESCRIPTION:This April\, The Bridge returns to the beautiful Upfront Gallery with a powerful new chapter in their story. \n\n\n\nAfter their electrifying debut\, Ahmed Dickinson Cárdenas and Eduardo Martín reunite to present music from their second album\, The Bridge II: En otra dimensión — a vibrant\, soulful and deeply human conversation between two of Cuba’s most distinctive guitar voices. \n\n\n\nRooted in an innate Caribbean sense of rhythm\, their performances transform the guitar into a complete orchestra. Classical lyricism and rock energy flow seamlessly into son montunos\, Yoruba-inspired chants\, feel-good rumbas\, funk-infused boleros and cinematic soundscapes\, where Cuban tumbaos and percussive slap-bass effects create a rich and intoxicating tapestry of sound. \n\n\n\nTwo virtuosos. Two generations. One unforgettable musical journey. \n\n\n\nJoin us this April in Penrith for an evening that promises fire and intimacy\, brilliance and depth — and experience the next dimension of The Bridge live. \n\n\n\nPre concert supper can be booked from 5:30pm onwards \n\n\n\nBuy tickets here http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/ahmed-dickinson-cardenas-and-eduardo-martin-classical-guitar-concert/
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SUMMARY:Dub N Grub presents Channel One Ft Ras Sherby plus North Fire Sound & Friends
DESCRIPTION:As Dub N Grub slowly works its way through some of the UK’s top ranking sound system DJs & mic men. After trying to make this happen for many year we are buzzing to announce we have finally managed to book Mikey Dread from Channel One Sound System & MC Ras Sherby on the mic. \n\n\n\nChannel One have played all over the world with numerous headline performance at huge festivals and sound system events. The Channel One Sound System is a regular feature at many UK club nights and festivals. \n\n\n\nThis will be a one off opportunity to see them playing on a custom built reggae sound system provided by North Fire Sound. \n\n\n\nNorth Fire Sound & friends on DJ support \n\n\n\nFood will be served at a small extra cost from 3pm onwards. \n\n\n\nBook tickets via ticketsourcewww.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/dub-n-grub-presents-channel-one-ft-ras-sherby-plus-north-fire-sound-friends/
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SUMMARY:Jack Broadbent
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, Jack Broadbent hits the road in support of Orchids\, a deeply personal new album recorded at the legendary Abbey Road Studios. The record\, which earned early acclaim and led to Broadbent’s 2025 Boisdale ‘Jazz/Blues Artist of the Year Award’\, presented by Jools Holland\, showcases his signature slide guitar alongside some beautifully crafted piano pieces and his most sensitive songwriting to date. Orchids explores love\, loss and family\, featuring Jack’s father Mick Broadbent on bass. This is Jack Broadbent\, exposed\, raw\, intimate\, and unmissable live.Tickets £20 Book Tickets HERE www.ticketsource.co.uk/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/jack-broadbent/
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SUMMARY:Paintings by Frances Winder
DESCRIPTION:Well known artist\, Frances Winder’s exhibition of 28 paintings include watercolour\, acrylic\, gouache and mixed media. There is a range of landscapes\, seascapes\, flowers and semi abstract paintings\, which allow the artist to test and explore the often mystical and atmospheric quality of her subject matter.The exhibtion of small\, medium and large paintings\, range in price from £150 – £700.
URL:https://up-front.com/event/paintings-by-frances-winder/
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Annemarie Quinn
DESCRIPTION:Friday 24th July \n\n\n\nAn evening of music & food with Upfront Kitchen Ft Annemarie Quinn \n\n\n\nThis event is free entry although to attend you need to book a table and have your evening meal at Upfront. Advance booking essential (Limited spaces) Tel: 01768484538 to book \n\n\n\nOriginally from UK\, Annemarie has lived in Malawi since 2016 writing\, recording and performing with a wide and talented range of Malawian musicians to create the album ‘Blue Sky Thinking’. Her music is a celebration of collaboration with the album featuring over forty musicians\, capturing experiences\, emotion and culture. Annemarie has collaborated with many Malawian musicians and has performed at a large number venues and festivals across the country exploring the blending of her UK singer songwriter style with Malawian vibes. Annemarie also works at The Jacaranda School For Orphans as Arts Programs Consultant with Raising Malawi and is CoFounder of The Mangolongondo Movement\, An arts organisation to uplift\, promote & celebrate Malawian artists. \n\n\n\n“The overall effect is a joyous listening experience that bursts with colour\, spirit and soul. A celebration of African musical culture and as well as the wonders of collaboration\, Blue Sky Thinking is a glorious discovery that you’ll be thankful exists to remind you that sunny days aren’t far away.” – E/O Reviews ‘Blue Sky Thinking’
URL:https://up-front.com/event/annemarie-quinn/
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SUMMARY:Upfront Puppet Museum Official Opening
DESCRIPTION:The museum houses puppets from around the world and illustrates the various typesof puppets and the cultures that they relate to. John Parkinson\, who is jointfounder of Upfront Arts\, launched the project of a puppet theatre over twenty yearsago. The original 80 seat theatre became a 128 seat Arts Venue\, with space builtto house a puppet museum in the future. The museum includes rod\, string\, shadow and glove puppets and interactives that allow visitors to try out the various types of puppets.There are some complimentary tickets remaining for the opening which can be booked viathe link below. John will talk a little about the inspiration and journey to make themuseum\, followed by Linda Frazer\,who will open a roomdedicated to a collection of marionettes made by her father\, Stan Parker\, of Carlisle. Joan Pricket will speak about her exhibition of paintings “Puppets & Puppeteers”\, created from her time as artist- in -residence with Upfront Puppet Theatre.Finally\, Upfront Puppet Theatre’s newest visitor\, Hacker the Dog\, from BBC Blue Peter and CBeebies will make the opening speech and cut the ribbon. You can then can walk round the exhibitions\, learn aboutpuppetry from around the world and test the interactive displays. Hacker will beavailable for selfies and chatting.Light refreshments will be provided.At 1:30 there will be a performance of Punch & Judy by professor Clive Chandler.  Donations to the charity would be welcome.Click the link to book up to 4 complimentary tickets:https://www.ticketsource.com/upfrontartslimited/t-zoprakj
URL:https://up-front.com/event/upfront-puppet-museum-official-opening/
CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows
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SUMMARY:Hansel and Gretel
DESCRIPTION:Left 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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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:11am – August 6th\, 13th\, 20th & 27th..3pm  –August 5th\, 7th\, 8th\, 12th\, 14th\, 15th\,19th\, 21st\, 23rd\, 26th\, 28th\, 29th\, 31st.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:We are unable to give any discounts as the puppet theatre receives no funding and relies entirely on ticket sales \n\n\n\nhttps://www.ticketsource.com/upfrontartslimited/e-xmqj
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CATEGORIES:Puppet Shows
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SUMMARY:Upfront Kitchen presents Sara Florence
DESCRIPTION:Once again Upfront Kitchen is back to present one of our easy going food and music events. This time we have Sara Florence a Cumbrian based local musician who possesses a voice with enough soul to take you back to the early days of soul & motown. She will be performing impactful acoustic guitar covers of all your favourite tunes from a range of different genres but with a soulful and personal twist!This is a free entry event the only condition is that you book a table to enjoy your evening meal with the Upfront kitchen. Phone booking essential call 01768484538
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CATEGORIES:Concerts-Performances
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SUMMARY:Omega Nebula - Dub N Grub
DESCRIPTION:Omega Nebula take over Dub N Grub for a headline show as part of their UK tour Electronic 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. Multi-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.On support duties North Fire Sound DJs & Sound System  \n\n\n\n\n\nBuy tickets here https://www.fatsoma.com/e/yib0368j/omega-nebula-live-upfront-arts-venue-penrith-30-10-26
URL:https://up-front.com/event/omega-nebula-dub-n-grub/
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SUMMARY:Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen
DESCRIPTION:All the way from Canada on a UK tour \n\n\n\nRachel Davis and Darren McMullen deliver a fiery Celtic sound that blends traditional melodies\, energetic instrumentals\, and modern folk songs with a fresh\, dynamic spirit. Known for their mastery of vocals\, fiddle\,guitar\, banjo\, mandolin\, bouzouki\, viola\, and whistles\, they bring vibrancy and depth to every performance.Tickets are £18 You can book for a pre show meal from 5:30pm onwards in our restaurant area. Book tickets here https://www.ticketsource.com/upfrontartslimited
URL:https://up-front.com/event/rachel-davis-darren-mcmullen/
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