Date: Friday 15 September 2017 - Saturday 16 September 2017
We’re pulling up our leg warmers and rewinding back to the 80s this September. Join us for a weekend of 80s inspired events and activities including themed food, arts and crafts, a screening of the family favourite The Goonies (PG) and appearances from 80’s legends Nik Kershaw and Hue and Cry!
Hue and Cry
Friday 15 September, 8pm
Theatre
£19
Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane formed Hue and Cry in 1983 and the made a huge impact in the late 80s with the albums ‘Seduced and Abandoned’ and ‘Remote’ as well as the massive hit singles such as ‘Labour of Love’. Performing alongside some of the greatest artists in music history, appearing with U2, James Brown, Madonna, Al Green and Van Morrison to name but a few. Take a listen here.
80s Thermochromic T-Shirt Printing Workshop
Saturday 16 September, 11am – 3pm
The Atkinson
£5
Come and print, stamp or paint your own T- shirt that changes colour with heat! All Ages (children must be accompanied by an adult. Young children will be provided with paint instead of printing).
Vintage, Vinyl & Makers Fair
Saturday 16 September, 11am – 4pm
Foyer
Free Admission
Expect the very best of vintage as a marvellous and eclectic mix of vintage clothing; accessories, jewellery and home ware will all be up for grabs.
For this very special 80’s themed weekend we are particularly looking for vinyl’s, 80s furniture, clothing or comics. Get involved and book your stall today, just email Katy enquiries@pillboxvintage.com
The Goonies (PG)
Saturday 16 September, 2pm
Theatre
£3
A group of friends who call themselves “The Goonies” find a treasure map which leads to millions of dollars worth of gold which would be enough to save their homes from closure. However, what they don’t know is that a trio of Italian criminals are also trying to grab hold of the gold. Watch the trailer here.
An Evening with Nik Kershaw
Saturday 16 September, 8pm
Theatre
£20 – £25 depending on zone
Get intimate with Nik Kershaw with songs and stories from the man who made his way to the top in the 1980s as a teen idol. With work spanning over nearly four decades, 9 albums and top hits like ‘I Won’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me’, ‘Wouldn’t It Be Good’ and ‘The Riddle’ you’ll be digging out that old Walkman from the loft before Sunday is over! Take a listen here.
Please note our booking fee is £1 per ticket for all purchases made online or by phone. A 2% credit card fee is charged for counter sales.
