Theatre

Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Agatha Christie Theatre Company And Then There Were None returns to the stage. A group of 10 strangers are lured to a remote island off the coast of Devon. Upon arrival it is discovered that their host, an eccentric millionaire, is missing. Stranded on the island by a torrential storm and haunted by an ancient nursery rhyme, one by one the guests begin to die. With only the fallen believed to be innocent, who amongst them is the killer? Based on the best-selling mystery novel of all time, Agatha Christie’s own stage adaptation of this dark and captivating tale will thrill and enthral, as murder unfolds. Tickets range from £13 to £35, available from www.theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk or by calling the Box Office on 01753 853888.
13 to 24 January, Monday to Saturday, 8pm, Thursday, 2.30pm, Saturday 4.45pm, Theatre Royal Windsor, 32 Thames Street, Windsor, SL4 1PS.

The Adult Panto: Aladdin Trouble!
The Market Theatre Company return to give the older generation a viable alternative to the family pantomime. With a minimum of set, props and costume this small company will take a traditional story and distort it almost beyond recognition - packing it with corny jokes, raunchy plots and blatant sexual innuendo! This year they will re-work (or ruin) the pantomime classic Aladdin. Featuring Nick Hooton, Carrie Laurence and Pip Johnson - who, with the help of various traditional characters (and some not so traditional) will keep you entertained and prolong the all too short seasonal spirit! Tickets £16, available from www.wycombeswan.co.uk or call the Box Office on 01494 512 000.
10 January, 7.30pm, Wycombe Swan, St Mary Street, High Wycombe, HP11 2XE.

Rare Productions: Grease
Rare Productions, the UK’s largest youth musical theatre production company, will be presenting the hit musical Grease. Featuring many well known songs such as Greased Lightnin', Hopelessly Devoted to You, Born to Hand Jive, Summer Nights, You’re The One That I Want and many more, this has become one of the most popular shows for young people to perform. The dance routine to Greased Lightnin' must be one of the most well known routines of any show. Tickets priced between £14.90 and £34.90, available from www.atgtickets.com/venues/aylesbury-waterside-theatre or in person at the main foyer.
15 to 17 January, performances at 7.30pm and an additional matinee on the 17 at 2.30pm, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury.

Music

Wycombe Orpheus Male Voice Choir
Men! Are you keen to sing but afraid to try? Here’s your chance to try it out – without any embarrassment.Wycombe Orpheus Male Voice Choir is looking for singers – tenors (high voices) and basses (lower voices) - and invite you to attend their Open Evening. It’s a chance to find out more about your own voice and decide without pressure if you would like to have a go at singing with the choir. There’s no audition on the evening, just come and sing. You will be mentored by a member of the choir and you don’t have to be able to read music. For more information, call Chairman Vic Baker on 01844 690264 for an informal chat.
14 January, 7.30pm, Wesley Methodist Church (just behind Primark in central Wycombe).

Glen Cooper
Back by popular demand Glen will be in the club from 4pm until 7pm. Find the Joker - Draw will be drawn Sunday. Will you win? (Members Only). Call 01494 448800 or email theriversideclub@btconnect.com for more information.
11 January, 4pm, The Riverside Club (formerly RBL Club), Legion Hall, St Mary Street, High Wycombe.

The Reflections
The Moody Blues, 10CC, The Hollies, The Manfreds & Cliff Richard. A night of music celebrated by the artists who know them best - their backing musicians. Featuring Gordy Marshall (Drummer for The Moody Blues), Mick Wilson (Lead Singer of 10CC), Paul Bliss (Keyboards/vocals for The Moody Blues and The Hollies), Marcus Cliffe (Bass/Vocals for The Manfreds) and Huw Davies (Guitar/vocals for The War of the Worlds). Hits include: Nights in White Satin, He Ain’t Heavy (He’s My Brother), We Don’t Talk Anymore, Forever Autumn, Do Wah Diddy, I’m Not In Love, and many more. Tickets £20, available from www.wycombeswan.co.uk or from the Box Office on 01494 512 000.
15 January, 7.30pm, Wycombe Swan, St Mary Street, High Wycombe, HP11 2XE.

Jean Toussaint at the Marlow Jazz Club
Marlow Jazz Club welcomes a world famous saxophonist to kick off their 2015 programme. Jean Toussaint, born in 1960 at St Thomas in the Virgin Islands, shot to fame in the 1980s as a member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. Now as a solo star, playing tenor and soprano, and leading various bands of his own, he has built a massive reputation. At the Royal British Legion Hall, Jean will be backed by the Frank Toms Trio. Admission, pay at the door, is £8.
13 January, 8.30pm, Royal British Legion Hall, Station Approach, Marlow, SL7 1NT.

The Big Band with Five Star Swing
As featured at London’s Leicester Square Theatre, swing-along with songs from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Ella Fitzgerald plus jazz and blues. The 13 piece band have performed on BBC1’s Children in Need, at Dame Vera Lynn’s Charity Ball and at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom. Featuring Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra, and Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band, Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s brother). Tickets are £16 (£14 concessions) available from www. Nordenfarm.org or call the Box Office on 01628 788 997.
15 January, 7.30pm, Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Altwood Road, Maidenhead.

Children’s Events

Air Cadets - 332 (High Wycombe) Squadron Air Training Corps
If you are between 13 to 17 and interested in flying, gliding, Aviation, music and band, canoeing, climbing, mountaineering, mountain biking, camping and DofE, radio comms teamwork and leadership/ citizenship, first aid, sports, skill at arms, art and photography, model making and model flying, making new friends and being part of something special. Then get in touch to find out more. Tickets: £20 per quarter. Email oc.332@aircadets.org for more information.
Every Tuesday and Thursday, 7pm to 9.40pm, 332 (High Wycombe) Squadron ATC HQ, Building No 1126, off Daws Hill Lane, High Wycombe.

Terrific tortoises
For all ages: join the RSPB to find out about wondercrump wildlife, especially the tortoises from Esio Trot. Drop in from 11am to 3pm. Call 01494 892192 for more information. This is a free drop-in activity for Museum visitors.
10 January, 11am, The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, 81-83 High Street, Great Missenden.

Chiddlers’ hour special: Esio Trot
For 0 to 3 years: A brand new and very special session to celebrate the BBC’s recent adaption of Esio Trot. Have fun with lots of tortoise toys, enjoy some crackling crafts, and sing some very special backwards songs, or should that be sgnos. £2.50 per child. We recommend pre-booking as workshops can sell out in advance. Please give us a call on 01494 892192 to check availability and to book up until 4.30pm the day before. Any unsold workshop tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis on the day. Doesn't include Museum entry, which is not necessary to enjoy this event.
13 January, 10am to 11am, The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre, 81-83 High Street, Great Missenden.

Tiny Talk Time: Kipper’s Toy Box
A special time at Wycombe Museum for 2-4 year olds with stories, trails and craft activities. The morning sessions (10:30-11:30am) are repeated in the afternoon (1:15-2.15pm). Tickets £2, book in advance. Call Wycombe Museum on 01494 421895 or email museum@wycombe.gov.uk.
9 January, 10.30am, Wycombe Museum, Priory Avenue, High Wycombe, HP13 6PX.

Talks and Meetings

Storytelling for Adults: The Kiss of Forgetfulness
Warm, witty, London-based storyteller Nell Phoenix tells stories of love, luck and sharp objects with the dark, the murky and the weird left lurking in the heart of the story. Friendly, welcoming venue with drinks at the interval (first drink free). This is the first of four storytelling performances here - buy a season ticket and save money! More details at www.storytellinginjordans.moonfruit.com. Tickets are £8 (£6 concessions for over 60s, under 16s and students), available on the door or in advance from Jordans Village Store or online.
15 January, 8pm, Jordans Village Hall, Green West Road, Jordans, Beaconsfield.

Heat your Home, not High Wycombe!
On January 9th, Steve Baker MP will be opening the first major exhibition of our planned Sustainable Living series. It is about insulating your home, with thermal imaging pictures showing where better insulation is needed. Insulation need not be expensive! Call 01494 526667 for more information. Free entry.
9 January until 9 March, 10.30am, The Wycombe Environment Centre, Chilterns Shopping Centre, High Wycombe.

Annual General Meeting
The Royal British Legion Marlow Club is holding its AGM. All members to bring their cards to allow entrance. Any letters must be received at least 48 hrs prior to AGM. Call 01628486659 for more information.
11 January, 12pm, Royal British Legion Marlow Club, Station Approach, Marlow.

Wellbeing Month at Beaconsfield Library
Join us on Fridays between 10am and 12 noon for coffee mornings with health advice sessions. On Friday, January 9, join the Assistive technology team from Bucks County Council for advice about equipment to help you live independently including Telecare monitoring system and personal safety devices. Call 08452303232 or email lib-bea@buckscc.gov.uk for more information. Free entry.
9 January until 30 January, 10am, Beaconsfield Library, Reynolds Road, Beaconsfield.

Family History Talk: Migration
Whilst many of our forebears stayed in the parish of their birth, others were surprisingly mobile. This talk by Colin Chapman will cover migration within the UK, as well as emigration and immigration, and may help you to find that elusive ancestor. Non-members of Buckinghamshire Family History Society are very welcome. Free entry, but a small donation will be appreciated.
13 January, 7.45pm, Community Centre, Wakeman Road, Bourne End.

Food and Drink

Pop Up Wine Bar
With so much choice in the western world these days, we have decided to keep things simple! We initially will be offering carefully chosen, decent wines at sensible prices (plus Hobgoblin Gold 4.5% vol. orange juice, non-alcoholic Becks, and mineral water). We welcome customer feedback, and are flexible on the wines we stock. We offer English Brie/ mature Cheddar platter at £2. Visit www.facebook.com/nicholsonspopupwinebar or call 01491 833 792 for more information.
Until 28 July, Cafe Copia, 77 High Street, Marlow.

Lohri event at The Tree Hotel
The Tree Hotel at Cadmore End will be hosting a different region of Indian cooking each week, throughout the month of January. This week is Lohri: Punjab festival fun gaiety, bangra and bonfires. Call 01494 881 183 or email cadmore@treehotel.co.uk. for more information. Tickets: £9.99.
10 January, 7pm, The Tree Hotel, Marlow Road, Cadmore End, High Wycombe.

OAP Christmas Lunch
Amersham Polish Club welcomes people of all nationalities to join. Enjoy some belated festive fun and food at the OAP Christmas lunch. Call 01494 727173 or visit www.amershampolishclub.co.uk for more information.
10 January, 2pm, Amersham Polish Club, Raans Road, Amersham, Bucks, HP6 6LX. 

 

On The Radar

Stephen K Amos – Welcome To My World
The maestro of feel-good comedy is back on tour with his new show. This time, Stephen invites his audience to discover a little more about his inner friend. Dig beneath his crisp and clean interior, and find out about the deep-thinking, problem-spotting, question-asking gentlemen. Tickets are £17 and can be purchased from the Box Office on 01628 788997 or online at www.nordenfarm.org.
16 and 17 January, 8pm, Norden Farm, Altwood Road, Maidenhead, SL6 4PF.

Saturday Night Fever
This spectacular new staging of Saturday Night Fever is packed with legendary hits from the Bee Gees including the classics Stayin’ Alive, Night Fever, Jive Talking, How Deep is Your Love? and You Should Be Dancing. Tickets £15 and can be purchased online at www.wycombeswan.co.uk or by calling the Box Office on 01494 512 000.
20 to 24 January, 7.30pm, 2.30pm, 5pm and 8.30pm showings, Wycombe Swan Theatre, St Mary Street, High Wycombe.

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Join Chesham Bois Catholic Players as they enter the magical world of Narnia. When four young evacuees leave London, they arrive at the mysterious house of Professor Kirk, where a wardrobe in a spare room starts them on an adventure to the winter wonderland that is Narnia. Tickets: Children £10, OAPs/concessions £12.50, Adults £15, Group discount – buy 15 tickets and get 1 free. Available to purchase from www.elgiva.com, by calling 01494 582900 or in person.
22 to 25 January: 22 and 23 January at 7.30pm, 24 January, 2pm and 6.30pm, 25 January at 2pm, The Elgiva, St Mary’s Way, Chesham, HP5 1HR.

The Cat in the Hat
Katie Mitchell’s acclaimed stage adaptation of Dr Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat will embark on its first UK tour in 2015, kick-starting the tour at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre. From the moment his tall, red-and-white-striped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that the cat in the hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they have ever met. With the trickiest of tricks and craziest of ideas, he turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure. But what will mum find when she gets home? Based on the much-loved book by Dr Seuss, The Cat in the Hat is a lively and engaging first theatre experience for young children aged 3+. Tickets £10 and £12, available by calling 0844 871 7607, or visit www.atgtickets.com.
29 to 31 January, 1pm on 29 January, 11am and 1pm on 30 January and 11am, 1pm and 3pm on 31 January, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Exchange Street, Aylesbury.

Myths and Mysteries: The Real Truth
Trevor Marriott is a retired British Police Murder squad detective and successful author, who throughout his long and protracted career has investigated and solved many crime mysteries. In recent years he has investigated some of the myths and mysteries that have fascinated and intrigued the general public for decades - The Bermuda Triangle, The Lost City of Atlantis, The Mary Celeste, The UFO Phenomenon, The Flying Dutchman, The Apollo 11 Moon Landing-Fact of Fiction, The Yeti, Mermaids, Lord Lucan, Sea Monsters, Spontaneous human combustion, as well as the real truth behind Psychics, Mediums, Clairvoyants, and Faith Healers. The results of his investigations are thought provoking, and will captivate and enthral audiences as he dispels before them many of the previously accepted facts surrounding these well known myths and mysteries. Tickets are £13, available from www.elgiva.com or by calling the Box Office on 01494 582900.
31 January, 7pm, The Elgiva, St Mary’s Way, Chesham, HP5 1HR.