Past Events: April - August 2011 Programme

Rook Lane Retro Vintage Market

Rook Lane Retro Fair is a popular seasonal market specialising in a glorious mix of vintage and retro inspired stuff.

Tea Concert 1: Flutando

Four of London’s top young flautists, who come together as the flute quartet Flutando, will open the series of three Teatime concerts. The group formed in the summer of 2010 and have been winning prizes and praise since. They will no doubt blow the audience away with their sweet melodies.

This is one of three concerts. See details of the second and third concerts – Sónia Grané and Tiago Gomes de Matos and Tyburn String Quartet – below.

Alistair’s film night

On the first Sunday of every month we will be screening a different cinematic rarity from the collection of the British Film Institute.

Artists 303

Annual exhibition from one of the most active and diverse groups of artists in the region.

Brown Bag Lunches

On the first Sunday of every month we will be screening a different cinematic rarity from the collection of the British Film Institute.

Alistair’s film night

Like films but fancy breaking away from the mainstream from time to time? On the first Sunday of every month we will be screening a different cinematic rarity from the collection of the British Film Institute.

Myrtle Pizzey and Brian Dix: Reflecting

Two creative journeys are revealed in an exhibition of works completed over many years by two well-known Somerset artists.

Private view: Saturday 7th May 2pm-5pm.

Tea Concert 2: Sónia Grané and Tiago Gomes de Matos

Experienced recitalist, Sónia Grané, will perform with professional guitarist Tiago Gomes de Matos. They met at the Royal Academy of Music and have performed together for a year. Their programme includes German, English, Spanish and Portuguese songs.

Frome's Big Swish

Swishing is a new concept where you swap, not shop! Bring up to 5 items of good quality, clean clothing that you would be proud to pass on and get yourself a different outfit to take home. Live music and raffle with fantastic prizes!

L’Esprit du Jazz concert  and workshop

Inspired by the great American Songbook with shades of Django Reinhardt, tango, swing and original compositions, L’Esprit du Jazz brings you the coolest of cafe jazz.

Off the Wall Exhibition

Off The Wall is an exhibition of work from final year students at Wiltshire College, Trowbridge. An urban theme has been interpreted through painting, sculpture, photography, video and print.

Barry Cooper and Ray Toll

Ray Toll’s dominant hand was left paralysed following a stroke. Barry Cooper painted with him once a week – Ray would choose the colours and Barry would choose the music. This exhibition is the result of their weekly sessions.

Tea Concert 3: Tyburn String Quartet

The Tyburn String Quartet came together in their second year at the Royal Academy of Music. They have subsequently performed extensively around the UK. They have appeared at St. Martin in the Fields, The Royal Opera House and The Royal Festival Hall. They also played live with Trevor Pinnock on BBC Radio 3. In 2010 the Tyburn String Quartet was the recipient of the John Baker Award at the Royal Academy.

Rook Lane Film Night

Like films but fancy breaking away from the mainstream from time to time? On the first Sunday of every month we will be screening a different cinematic rarity from the collection of the British Film Institute.

Afternoon Swing Concert for Cancer

Fromeʼs Positive Action on Cancer charity is holding an afternoon of Big Band Style
Swing.

Martha Tilston

Enchanting singer-songwriter Martha Tilston was blessed with a gloriously clear and seductively beautiful voice. Weaving her magic spell over listeners wherever she plays- from the concert hall to the campfire, from folk clubs to main festival stages - she is a rare musical gem.

Anglo Polish Society Exhibition

‘In war and in peace - Poles who came to the West Country’ is an exhibition exploring Polish migration from World War II to the present day.

Giles Ford Art Exhibition

Inspired by ‘The Owl and the Pussycat’, - ‘To the land where the Bong Tree grows’ is a playful exploration of the land where the Bong Tree grows.

Frome Festival Launch Party

Be prepared for an evening of non‐stop entertainment with chart topping artist Luke Concannon (Nizlopi) Award winning Benji Kirkpatrick (Bellowhead/Seth Lakeman) plus performances from Morales/Watts, Dizzi Dulcimer & Barbara Hunt, Poetry from Frome’s resident poet, Muriel Lavender and short film from Frome Community College media students.

Charlotte Bonneton and Daniel Pioro – Coffee Concert

Classical duo Charlotte Bonneton and Daniel Pioro return to the chapel for another mind-blowing performance.

Jackdaws present: Jess Walker - The Girl I Left Behind Me

The Girl I Left Behind Me is a supremely well-sung and coolly contemporary look at one of the most intriguing questions of musical theatre – just what is it that makes a woman in trousers so appealing?

Sunny Skiez Jazz and "The Woodsman's Choice"

Sunny Skiez Jazz and "The Woodsman's Choice" a tale of love, logs and celtic jazz.

Frome Drama Club presents: The Zoo Story

Edward Albee’s classic one act play, directed by Geoff Hunt, is an enthralling piece of drama set in Central Park, New York.

Bruce Hood: Stabbing Teddy Bears

Bruce Hood returns to explore further why we are so fascinated by the supernatural despite its lack of scientific credibility.

Jon Lloyd Jazz

With a delivery that’s ‘as persuasive as a speaking voice’, alto and soprano saxophonist and bass clarinettist Jon Lloyd brings two decades on the UK contemporary jazz scene and a new international line-up to the festival.

Harpeth Rising

Another chance to hear Americana sensation Harpeth Rising after their ground-breaking festival debut with the Bath Philharmonia last year as they return with a new album and critical acclaim.

Giles Ford Art Exhibition

Inspired by ‘The Owl and the Pussycat’, - ‘To the land where the Bong Tree grows’ is a playful exploration of the land where the Bong Tree grows.

Closing Party!

An auction of Giles Ford’s wonderful paintings will mark the end of his 6-week stint at the Rook Lane Chapel. With music, drinks and bidding – this will be an evening worth attending.

Western Counties Photographic Federation (WCPF)

The WCPF pluck some of the West Country’s finest photography for their annual exhibition. An exhibition of 150 colour and mono prints, with a diverse range of subject matter, will line the walls of Rook Lane Chapel for two weeks.