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FESTIVAL EVENTS
All the Festival's events are listed below. Events on a particular date can be selected by clicking on the calendar. For four of the main events: European Union Chamber Orchestra, St. Petersburg String Quartet, John Scott-Whiteley & Aldwyn Voices, there are free tickets for up to two young (8-18yrs) people when accompanied by a ticket purchasing adult.
OCTOBER 2008
1st-31st October: 10am-4pm
Great Malvern Priory
Victoria Smith Exhibition
'Obscurum Per Obscuris'
A series of photographic/digital images on the 11th century pillars in the south nave aisle. Victoria states 'My work is rooted in nature, particularly cycles of decay and regeneration. I explore how we relate to these processes and the methods we employ to understand them'. Not available during services & concerts. Free entry.In association with the University of Worcester. 2nd-30th October: 9am-5pm Mon-Sat
Malvern Library Gallery
Colin Simmonds Exhibition
The Herefordshire Paintings
Working with oils and pastels, Colin deploys his unique understanding of atmosphere and colour in a broad emotive way to interpret the landscape of North Herefordshire. Free entry. Tel: 01684 561223 E-mail:malvernlib@worcestershire.gov.ukIn association with Worcestershire County Council. Thursday 2nd October: 7-9pm
The Coach House Theatre, Grange Road, Gt. Malvern
Andy Laffan Sculptures - Hammer on Chisel Collection
The full exhibition starts on Friday 3rd of October but all are welcome to this evening preview of contemporary sculpture from nature and the landscape - A collection of directly carved stone and wood sculptures with limited edition casts in resin and bronze.
Friday 3rd October: 8pm
Malvern College Great Hall
European Union Chamber Orchestra
Director - Matthias Wollong
'performance at the highest level' - Gramophone MagazineHAYDN - Divertimento HobX No3 BACH - Concerto in D minor for Oboe & Violin (Arco van Zon - Oboe, Matthias Wollong - Violin) SCHUBERT - Five German Dances MOZART - Divertimento in D K251 'Mozart's extraordinary imagination and brilliance' - Musical Times Tickets £16 (front) & £12 (rear) include interval drink Supported by The European Commission, The University of Worcester & The Elmley Foundation. 3rd-9th October: 10am-4pm
The Coach House Theatre, Grange Road, Gt. Malvern
Andy Laffan Sculptures - Hammer on Chisel Collection
Contemporary sculpture from nature and the landscape. A collection of directly carved stone and wood sculptures with limited edition casts in resin and bronze. Preview on Thursday 2nd October 7-9pm.
4th-31st October: 10am-5pm Tue-Sat
Robson Ward Malvern
A Woman & A Man
An intriguing exhibition of film photographs. Free entry.Hosted by Robson Ward, Belle Vue Terrace, Great Malvern. 4th-18th October: 10am-4pm Mon-Sat
Lyttleton House Gallery Malvern
Art Standing Out
Gallery owner, Andrew Morgan has brought together an irresistible collection of painting, ceramics and photography, especially for the 2008 festival. Free entry.Hosted by Lyttleton House Gallery, Priory Steps, Great Malvern. Saturday 4th October: 11.30am
The Market Theatre Ledbury
Merryn Williams
Dymock poet, Wilfred Gibson is often overlooked. Merryn shows his best work is truly memorable. Tickets £6 (unreserved)on Remembering Wilfrid Gibson In association with The Friends of The Dymock Poets. Saturday 4th October: 2pm
The Market Theatre Ledbury
Andrew Motion
"Compelling, simple & mysterious" - Sunday TimesAn afternoon with the Poet Laureate Andrew talks about the importance of poetry, including his own work, and Dymock poet, Edward Thomas. Tickets £12 (unreserved) In association with The Friends of The Dymock Poets. Sunday 5th October: 10am
Market Hall Ledbury
Literary Walk
Pat & Roy Palmer take you around John Masefield's childhood haunts including St. Michael's Churchyard, Dog Wood Hill and along the River Leadon. Extracts from, The Everlasting Mercy & The Widow in the Bye Street. Uneven walking with several stiles. About 3 miles. Walkers take part at their own risk. The organisers cannot be held responsible for accident, injury or loss. Tickets £5 (in advance only - limited numbers)on John Masefield & Ledbury Lore In association with The Friends of The Dymock Poets. Sunday 5th October: 2.30pm
The Market Theatre Ledbury
Tim Heath
'genuinely moving, beautifully orchestrated' - Michael Holroydpresents Lytton Strachey by Himself Highly acclaimed, solo, double-bill, shows the bearded doyen of the Bloomsbury Group at his most scintillating. Tickets £10 (unreserved) In association with The Friends of The Dymock Poets. Saturday 11th October: 10am-midday
Malvern Hills College
The BIG Draw
The Big Draw involves hundreds of events across Britain with the aim of promoting drawing as a tool for creativity and cultural engagement. Malvern Hills College and the festival are offering a range of drawing activities with professional tutors and artists, all free of charge. Everyone welcome, the whole family or if you are alone. Especially for those who think they can't draw or are shy. Every mark counts.Free Event Sponsored by Malvern Hills District Council. Saturday 11th October: 2.30pm
Elgar Birthplace Museum Broadheath
Diana McVeagh
Gustav Holst, Benjamin Britten and Gerald Finzi found inspiration in Hardy's poetry and prose. Why? Distinguished biographer Diana McVeagh investigates. Tickets £6 (unreseved)on Thomas Hardy & English Music In association with The Elgar Society - West Midlands. Saturday 11th October: 11am-4pm
Robson Ward Showroom - Malvern
Festival Open Day
Phone 01684 563577 for more information.
High Design with Food & Drink Sunday 12th October: 3pm
Great Malvern Priory
St. Petersburg String Quartet
'profound musicality' - New York TimesSHOSTAKOVICH - Two Pieces for Quartet, Opus 11 DEBUSSY - String Quartet RAVEL - String Quartet in F Tickets £12 (front nave) £9.50 (rear nave), all seats unreserved. Sponsored by Arts Council England, The University of Worcester and Worcestershire County Council. Wednesday 15th October: 6.30pm
Great Malvern Priory
Worcestershire on Film
A Window on Worcestershire History - Recently restored film archive, documentaries, newsreels and home movies on Worcestershire life including 'The Malvern Hills' by film pioneer Cecil Hepworth. Free entry.In association with 7 Inch Cinema Friday 17th October: 8pm
Coach House Theatre Malvern
Pamela Hurle
Eminent historian, Pamela Hurle, examines how Forest Law affected the inhabitants of Malvern Forest in the Middle Ages. Local history is seen in a national context, revealing royal ambition and the consequent political struggle. Tickets £5 (unreserved). (The Coach House Theatre is situated to the left of Malvern Theatres, down the drive, and on the left as you approach The Grange.)on The Forest & Chase of Malvern Sponsored by Malvern Hills, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Saturday 18th October: 10.30am
Coach House Theatre Malvern
'The Almighty Sends A Tune'
Roy Palmer
Writer and broadcaster, Roy Palmer, describes Vaughan William's song collecting in the fields and villages of England, and how the melodies influenced his work. Includes recorded and live illustrations. Tickets £5 (unreserved). (The Coach House Theatre is situated to the left of Malvern Theatres, down the drive, and on the left as you approach The Grange.)on Vaughan Williams & English Folk Song Sponsored by Malvern Civic Society. Saturday 18th October: 3pm
Great Malvern Priory
John Scott-Whiteley - Organ
Organist of York Minster & BBC2's '21st Century Bach'.
Miriam Kramer - Violin
BACH - Toccata, Adagio and Fugue in CJONGEN - Pensee d'automne Opus 47 YSAYE - Solo Violin Sonata in A minor ALAIN - Litanies BACH - Trio Sonata in G PROKOFIEV - Solo Violin Sonata BACH - Erbarm dich mein, O Herre Gott MESSIAEN - Dieu parmi nous (La nativite Du Seigneur) Tickets £8.50 (front nave) £6.50 (rear nave) all seats unreserved. Sponsored by Art Council England & A Malvern Resident. Sunday 19th October: 3pm
The Lyon Room - Malvern College Music School
Nicholas Cleobury
Nicholas Cleobury describes how Vaughan Williams created a national treasure when music editor of the English Hymnal in the early 20th century. Many of the tunes, from Plainsong, Tudor music and Folk Song, helped Vaughan Williams find his own distinctive musical voice. Tickets £5 (unreserved). From town centre enter College Rd. and take first left through double gateway. The music school is on the left. Enter Lyon Room around the corner of the building.on Vaughan Williams & The English Hymal with Malvern College Chamber Choir, director Iain Sloane Sponsored by Art Council England & Malvern College. Wednesday 22th October: 7.30pm
Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum
Alison Bevan
Alison Bevan, Director of Penlee House Gallery & Museum, Penzance, presents an illustrated talk on the work of Dame Laura Knight in the context of her contemporaries in Cornwall, including Stanhope & Elizabeth Forbes, Lamorna Birch & Alfred Munnings. Tickets £6 (unreserved). The Gallery is situated in Worcester Central Library, Foregate Street.on Laura Knight & The Newlyn School Sponsored by The University of Worcester. Saturday 25th October: 2pm
Great Malvern Priory
Aldwyn Voices
'a superb choral group' - BBC / EBUStuart Nicholson - Conductor
Carleton Etherington - Organ
MOUTON - Nesciens MaterVILLETTE - Two Motets DURUFLE - Two Motets: Fugue on the Carillon, Soissons Cathedral VAUGHAN WILLIAMS - Psalm 47, Silence & Music, Three Preludes on Welsh Hymn Tunes. Tickets £7.50 (nave - unreserved). Sponsored by Art Council England & A Malvern Resident. Sunday 26th October: 3pm
Coach House Theatre Malvern
The Passions of Vaughan Williams
John Bridcut's highly acclaimed documentary film for BBC4 Television.
Introduced by John Bridcut
A musical and psychological portrait which explores the passions that drove this giant of 20th century English music. Music performed by the Philharmonia Orchestra and the Schola Cantorum of Oxford. Free entry, doors open 2.45pm; limited seating, first come, first seated, until full.Supported by Preston Media, Malvern |
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