Coming next: Joby Burgess - Rhythm in Motion

Friday 30 May
6.30pm

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One of Britain’s most exciting young percussionists, Joby Burgess will perform a diverse programme of music on a collection of found objects, junk metal and car parts alongside an impressive array of drums and vibraphone. The programme includes David Lang’s evocative percussion classic The Anvil Chorus, Richard Baker’s magical Sleepsong and recently commissioned music full of brilliance, energy and vitality. Don't miss the two workshops being run by Joby on the day.

‘… a star in the making,’ The Scotsman

Please note : This event replaces Bang On! which had to be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.

Coming soon: Strangeface Theatre - The Last Resort

Saturday 31 May
The Memorial Hall, Wootton Bassett
7.30pm

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Strangeface presents a satire about greed, ambition and redemption in a style best described as Spitting Image meets Wallace and Grommit. A darkly comic folk tale told with masks, puppets and live music. A remote village on the edge of ruin is visited by a soldier thief with a fortune on his back and a devil at his side. He makes the village elders an offer of salvation, but at a terrible price. Will they choose the last resort? Don't miss the workshop being held by Strangeface Theatre earlier in the day.

May half term workshops at The Pound

Whether you want to try your hand at stage fighting, percussion playing or bangle making, The Pound has plenty to offer children during the May half term.

Patterns, Painting and Printing
Date: Tuesday 27 May
Workshop leader: Claire Comacho – Brick Red Studios Ltd
Times: 10.00am – 1.00pm ages: 7-11 years
Times: 2.00pm – 5.00pm ages: 12+
Join professional textile designer Claire Cormach to create designs built up from found objects such as leaves, lace, leathers and string to create interesting patterns and textures.

Beads, Bangles and Bracelets
Date: Wednesday 28 May
Workshop leader: Rozie Keogh
Times: 10.00am – 1.00pm (7-11 years); 1.30pm – 4.30pm (ages: 12+)
Try your hand at knitting your very own bangle or choker using wire and beads. Under the expert guidance of artist Rosie Keogh, you will make a sparkly piece of party jewellery during this fun workshop. This workshop is linked to the Rosie's exhibition at The Pound.

Swords, Stunts and the Stage
Date: Thursday 29 May Workshop leader: Richard Brighton - Swordplay
Times: 10.30am – 4.30pm ages: 13+
Ever dreamed of becoming the next Captain Jack Sparrow or Joan of Arc? This workshop will teach you how to punch, kick and sword fight, both safely and under expert tuition! The day will culminate with an opportunity to create and act out your own fight using a variety of weaponry.

Rhythm in Motion!
Date: Friday 30 May Workshop leader: Joby Burgess
Times: 10.30am – 11.30pm (for all the family): 1.30pm – 2.30pm (12-16 years)
Discover the music and rhythms of West Africa, south India in each of these one-hour percussion workshops. Run by one of the UK’s leading percussionists, this workshop explores rhythm in motion. Don’t miss Joby's performance at 6.30pm.

Face-Off - Performing with Masks
Date: Saturday 31 May Workshop leader: Strangeface Theatre Company
Times: 1.00pm – 2.30pm (13-17 years)
Venue: The Memorial Hall, Wootton Bassett
Learn how to create a really dynamic performance using masks with the actors from Strangeface Theatre. Using full and half masks you will discover many ways that masks can be used to create fantastic stories. This workshop is linked to Strangeface Theatre's performance of The Last Resort .

To book a place on any workshop, ring The Pound box office on 01249 701628 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 7pm; Saturday, 10am to 4pm)

Exhibition: Rosie Keogh - Shadow Play

22 April to 14 June, free

Rozie Keogh uses wire to construct both her jewellery and sculpture. Her love of line drawing is ever present within all her work, while her knowledge of constructed textiles helps to create ethereal, flowing forms.

Light and shadows play an important role in the presentation of her work, with many of her larger installation pieces being suspended within an environment to maximise their impact.

Don't miss Rosie's May half term workshop Beads, Bangles and Bracelets on Wednesday 28 May when you can try your hand at making your very own bangle or choker using wire and beads.

Rosie's half day workshops are running from 10am to 1pm for 7 to 11 year-olds and from 1.30pm to 4.30pm for those aged 12+

For details and to book , please ring the box office on 01249 701628 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 7pm, Saturdays 10am to 4pm.

The Pound café bar

Open: Tuesdays to Fridays, 11am to 6.30pm and Saturdays from 9am to 5pm (or until 9pm when there is a performance)

With delicious soups, homemade cakes and other treats, The Pound café bar is the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee, light lunch, afternoon tea or an evening drink.

All our lunches are home made and prepared fresh each day and wherever possible we use fair-trade and organic products and suppliers based within the South West.

Fully licensed, the café bar serves a selection of drinks including herbal teas, organic lager, beers, wines and soft drinks.

Whether you are visiting the latest exhibition in the gallery, taking part in a workshop, attending a performance or simply want to sit down for a gossip, our café bar is the perfect place to relax with friends and families.

We look forward to welcoming you to The Pound’s café bar and tickling your taste-buds with our latest fabulous feasts!

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