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SUMMARY:RBO: La Fille Mal Gardee
DESCRIPTION:Escape to the countryside with Frederick Ashton’s ballet about a capricious girl who hopes to marry her love. Brimming with humour and choreographic invention\, La Fille mal gardée is the perfect ballet for all the family. \n\n\n\n\nA love letter to the English countryside\nWhen La Fille mal gardée premiered in Covent Garden on 28 January 1960\, it instantly won all hearts. Inspired by Jean Dauberval’s French ballet\, Ashton’s version combines exuberant good humour and an affectionate portrayal of village life. The Royal Ballet’s Founder Choreographer\, Ashton hoped to capture the ‘leafy pastoral of perpetual sunshine…the suspended stillness of a Constable landscape of my beloved Suffolk\, luminous and calm’. Osbert Lancaster’s colourful designs bring the charm of the countryside to life. \n  \nAshton’s choreographic brilliance\nTestament to Ashton’s boundless creative invention\, the ballet is constructed like a brilliantly complex piece of clockwork with technically demanding choreography that stretches the world’s best dancers. Ashton made full use of the technical talents of his original cast – Nadia Nerina and David Blair – and this is reflected in the virtuosity of much of the ballet’s choreography: multiple pirouettes\, grand lifts and fleet footwork. Highlights include the pas de ruban (ribbon dance)\, where Lise and Colas dance together\, their bodies intertwined by a ribbon – a symbol of their tender love. In order to evoke the bliss of the rustic countryside\, Ashton also included elements of national folk dance – from maypole dancing to a Lancashire clog dance for Widow Simone.
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/rbo-la-fille-mal-gardee/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:NTL: Mrs Warren's Profession
DESCRIPTION:Mrs. Warren’s Profession\nby Bernard Shaw\ndirected by Dominic Cooke \nFive-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton (The Crown) joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter (Bridgerton) for the very first time\, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic. \nVivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Her mother\, however\, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune – but at what cost? \nFilmed live from the West End\, this new production reunites Staunton with director Dominic Cooke (Follies\, Good)\, exploring the clash between morality and independence\, traditions and progress. \nDoors & Bar Opens at 6:30pm \nPlease be seated by 7:00pm
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/ntl-mrs-warrens-profession/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:MET: La Sonnambula
DESCRIPTION:The opera is set in a village in the Swiss Alps\, a deliberately fabled yet plausible setting that reflects the story’s balance between realism and dream time. \nWorld premiere: Teatro Carcano\, Milan\, 1831. This operatic gem from one of the great masters of melody is a benchmark of extraordinary vocalism. The title role of the sleepwalking girl was composed for the greatest diva of the day\, Giuditta Pasta (for whom Bellini also wrote the tragic role of Norma). The part requires a rare combination of innocence\, charm\, and breathtaking vocal virtuosity. Deeper than a comedy\, but in no way a tragedy\, La Sonnambula reaches its conclusion through genuine\, poignant character development\, rather than by intrigue or farce. \nDoors & Bar opens at 6:00pm \nPlease be seated by 6:30pm
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/met-la-sonnambula/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251017T190000
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Friday Night Fund Raising Bingo \nDoors & Bar Opens at 7:00pm \nEyes Down 7:30pm
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/friday-night-bingo-4/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251002T191500
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SUMMARY:RBO: Tosca
DESCRIPTION:Combining romance\, revolution\, and intrigue\, Giacomo Puccini’s opera is a full-blooded drama. It is set in 19th-century Rome\, in which opera singer Floria Tosca attempts to save her lover Cavaradossi from the villainous Baron Scarpia. This action-packed tale of politics and power is a great option for those new to opera. \nRome in 1800 is in political chaos. Cesare Angelotti\, a former consul of the short-lived Roman Republic\, has escaped imprisonment\, and seeks refuge in the church of Sant’Andrea della Valle. The painter and republican sympathizer Mario Cavaradossi promises to hide him at his country villa. Baron Scarpia\, Rome’s tyrannical Chief of Police\, suspects that Cavaradossi has helped Angelotti to escape. He persuades the painter’s lover\, opera singer Floria Tosca\, whom he himself desires\, that Cavaradossi has betrayed her. She leaves to confront Cavaradossi at his villa and Scarpia orders his men to follow her\, in the hope they’ll find Angelotti. Scarpia arrests Cavaradossi\, and tortures him in Tosca’s presence until she reveals Angelotti’s hiding place. Scarpia subsequently condemns Cavaradossi to death. Alone with Tosca\, Scarpia tells her that he will save Cavaradossi – but only if Tosca spends the night with him. Will Tosca yield to the man she hates to save the man she loves?
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/rbo-tosca/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Rural Arts: Charlie Hooper-Williams
DESCRIPTION:Prizewinning former concert pianist Charlie Hooper-Williams\, combines intricate\, virtuosic textures with soaring\, stirring melodies. \nAt the heart of his artistic innovation lies Otto\, his computer co-performer. With the remarkable ability to decipher the intricate musical nuances within a song\, Otto translates them into stunning visuals that dance in perfect harmony with the sound. \nWeaving together music\, art\, and technology\, Charlie offers a unique\, unforgettable piano concert that pushes the boundaries of creativity \n“Lovely … really special\, immersive show.” Elizabeth Alker\, BBC Radio 3 \n“Music to soothe the soul … . He’s fantastic.” Ayanna Witter-Johnson\, Scala Radio \n \nAbout Charlie\nOriginally from the pine woods of Minnesota’s Iron Range\, he grew up near Chicago\, studied at the University of Cambridge Centre for Music and Science\, and now makes his home in Bath. \nIn his youth as a classical pianist\, Charlie was a prizewinner at the International Shostakovich Piano Competition. Upon leaving that world he toured with several bands\, performing from SXSW and CMJ festivals to London’s Cafe Oto\, and collaborated with multi-Grammy-winning ensemble eighth blackbird. \nHe has performed works by Rzewski and Corigliano\, including city-level premieres. He briefly stepped into the tech industry to help develop the music identification app\, Shazam\, after which he returned to music\, now composing his own works. \nDon’t miss the chance to experience Charlie Hooper Williams unique blend of music and technology.
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/rural-arts-charlie-hooper-williams/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Friday Night Fund Raising Bingo. \nAll proceeds are donated to the Compton Bassett Village Hall to support local community activities. \nDoors & Bar Opens at 7:00pm \nEyes Down 7:30pm
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/friday-night-bingo-3/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T213000
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SUMMARY:NTL: Inter Alia
DESCRIPTION:Inter Alia\na new play by Suzie Miller \nOscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl\, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie. \nJessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe\, she is a karaoke fiend\, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance\, can she hold her family upright? \nWriter Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie\, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/inter-alia/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:CHADS: COMEDY NIGHT - 16TH AUGUST 2025
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand—Pete Goodenough!\nPlus\nHappy Birthday Me by Simon Williams\n“It’s my birthday. All I wanted was a bottle of Claret and a couple of winners at Sandown.” Instead\, retired actress Margot Buchanan receives three separate visitors: her ex-husband Leo\, an ageing film star fresh from a punch-up with a reporter\, Leo’s current wife Judy\, and his latest mistress Sadie\, an aspiring Juliet seeking Margot’s acting advice. Just as the inevitable fireworks kick off\, Leo suffers a fatal heart attack. Then the kissogram shows up … Happy Birthday Me is a touching and very funny comedy in one act based on the author’s earlier full-length play\, Laying the Ghost.
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/chads-comedy-night-2/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Ransom":MAILTO:Caroline@hungrylab.co.uk
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SUMMARY:CHADS: COMEDY NIGHT - 15TH AUGUST 2025
DESCRIPTION:##  SOLD OUT ##\nBack by popular demand—Pete Goodenough!\nPlus\nHappy Birthday Me by Simon Williams\n“It’s my birthday. All I wanted was a bottle of Claret and a couple of winners at Sandown.” Instead\, retired actress Margot Buchanan receives three separate visitors: her ex-husband Leo\, an ageing film star fresh from a punch-up with a reporter\, Leo’s current wife Judy\, and his latest mistress Sadie\, an aspiring Juliet seeking Margot’s acting advice. Just as the inevitable fireworks kick off\, Leo suffers a fatal heart attack. Then the kissogram shows up … Happy Birthday Me is a touching and very funny comedy in one act based on the author’s earlier full-length play\, Laying the Ghost.
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/chads-comedy-night/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Ransom":MAILTO:caroline@hungrylab.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Friday Night Fundraising Bingo \nDoors & Bar Opens at 7:00pm \nEyes Down 7:30pm
URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/friday-night-bingo-2/
LOCATION:Benson Hall\, Briar Leaze\, Compton Bassett\, Calne\, SN11 8RQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Friday Night Bingo!
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URL:https://bensonhall.online/event/friday-night-bingo/
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