Central Studio, Basingstoke

Box office

Central Studio: 01256 418318

Central Studio is on the campus of Queen Mary's College, Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, RG21 3HF, telephone 01256 417511. Click here for a map.

Next productions

The Memory of Water, 16th to 17th April, 19:30
By Shelagh Stephenson. A killingly funny and compelling black comedy presented by The Proteans. Three sisters meet on the eve of their mother’s funeral. As the conflicts of their pasts emerge, the lies and tensions reveal how family members have kept secrets from each other in the name of protection. As the story unfolds, this wonderfully witty play, with dramatic tension, mixes laughter and family secrets from the past.

The Admirable Crichton, 5th to 8th May, 19:30
By J.M. Barrie. Lord Loam has modern ideas about his household; he believes in treating his servants as his equals - at least sometimes. His butler, Crichton, still believes that members of the serving class should know their place and be happy there. When the Loam family are shipwrecked on a desert island with the self-reliant Crichton and lady's maid Tweeny, the class system is put to the test.

Is That a Bolt in Your Neck?, 27th May, 19:30
As lightning flashes across the sky, the rugged silhouette of an old dark house looms into view. Lost in a storm, this seems like the only possible refuge – but what happens when you hear mysterious moaning in the middle of the night? Behind every door lurks unimaginable horror… Inspired by gothic horror movie classics of the 1930s, this is a fast-paced, rollicking ride mixing spooky paranoia, surreal nightmare and frantic farce. Suitable for audiences from ages 8 to 80, this is an ideal family show: packed full of hilarious slapstick, verbal wit, live music and magical illusion. With comedy and thrills galore you’ll gasp, laugh and be amazed at the horrific experiments, the mind-boggling love, and the sensational death-defying finale. This wonderfully inventive and gripping comedy horror features three fearless actors, playing over 20 roles in 75 minutes of fast-paced fun and thrilling action.

A Midsummer Night's Dream, 23rd to 26th June, 19:30
By William Shakespeare. In outdoor production at The Walled Garden, Down Grange; arrive from 18:30 for a picnic.
If you go down to the Walled Garden today, you're sure to find the ultimate feel-good summer rom-com in the shape of The Proteans' production of Shakespeare's best loved play. Presented as anoutdoor production, you are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy before the show and to stay afterward to dance under the stars with the cast members. Wear comfortable shoes, bring some warmer clothes for when the sun goes down, chairs or rug to sit on, but leave your brolly at home as the show will happen at Central Studio if it rains!!! Created by the team that brought you Much Ado About Nothing and last year's 80s set Twelfth Night, this promises to be full of lovestruck fun! Tickets only sold through Central Studio Box Office and must be purchased in advance. Book early to avoid disappointment as there is only space for 50 people at each performance!

James and the Giant Peach, 8th to 9th July, 19:00 in Queen Mary Hall
When James Trotter lost his parents to a rhinoceros and went to the big city to live with his two horrible Aunts, all sorts of strange things started to happen, and when a big peach starts to grow in the garden things get stranger! Find out what happens when Bitesize Youth Theatre venture inside a giant peach in a classic tale with a twist from the story by author Roald Dahl. Leave your vegetables and creepy crawlies at home!

For more details

see Central Studio's web site at www.centralstudio.co.uk.