The Scoop Events at More London

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All Events are listed here
http://www.morelondon.co.uk/events.asp

Films
http://www.morelondon.co.uk/events_details.asp?ID=52

16 September - 2 October 2009
Time: 7pm Location: The Scoop at More LondonAdmission: FREE

Enjoy outdoor free film screenings every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from Wednesday 16 September to Friday 2 October. The riverside amphitheatre will screen an eclectic selection of classic, cult and contemporary films rarely shown elsewhere.

Films will be screened from 7pm (depending on daylight) but take your seat early as exceptional demand is expected and seating is on a first come first served basis. Once all seats are taken a one person out/ one person in rule is enforced.

No need to book, no ticket required, just turn up and take your seat.

Slumdog Millionaire
Wednesday 16 September
The heart-warming story of a Mumbai teenager, who grew up in the slums and becomes a contestant on "Who Wants to be a Millionaire". Nominated for 10 Oscars.
(2009 120 mins UK/US Cert 15)

For a Few Dollars More
Thursday 17 September
Two bounty hunters are after the same man – but for different reasons. One is seeking revenge, the other money. Classic western starring Clint Eastwood and Lee Van Cleef.
(1966 130 mins It/Sp/Ger Cert 15)

Mama Mia
Friday 18 September
The story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father, told using the songs by popular 70's group ABBA. A real romp!
(2008 108 mins UK/US/Ger Cert PG)

The Wizard of Oz
Wednesday 23 September
The classic tale of Dorothy, who is swept away to a magical land and embarks on a quest to see the Wizard, who can help her return home. Starring Judy Garland.
(1939 101mins US Cert U)

Local Hero
Thursday 24 September
An American oil company sends a man to Scotland to b*y up and entire village where they want to build a refinery. Things don't go as expected. Music by Mark Knopfler.
(1983 111mins UK Cert PG)

The Usual Suspects
Friday 25 September
The story of five criminals (the usual suspects) agreeing to one last job – but they're not the ones in control. Starring Gabriel Byrne, Kevin Spacey and Pete Postlethwaite
(1995 108 mins USA Cert 18)

Strictly Ballroom
Wednesday 30 September
A romantic comedy telling the story of an Australian ballroom dancer, Scott Hastings, who flouts the rules and dances his own steps.
(1992 94 mins Aust Cert PG)

La Vie en Rose
Thursday 1 October
The Oscar winning film that tells the extraordinary life story of French singer Edith Piaf.
(2007 140 mins Fr/UK/Cz Cert 12)

Oh Brother Where Art Thou?
Friday 2 October
Cohen brothers film where Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey" is set in the deep south during the 1930's. Three escaped convicts search for hidden treasure while a relentless lawman pursues them. Starring George Clooney.
(2000 107 mins UK/Fr/US Cert 12)

The Boring But Important Stuff
In the event of rain the film may have to be cancelled. A cancellation decision will be made 30 minutes before the performance is due to start.

Seats will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Once capacity is reached, admission will be on a one out, one in basis. The Scoop at More London reserves the right to refuse entry. The organiser reserves the right to make last minute changes to the programme for reason beyond its control.

Theatre
http://www.morelondon.com/events_details.asp?ID=58

As part of the More London Free Festival, The Scoop at More London welcomes back the award-winning theatre company, The Steam Industry, for their seventh season of accessible, exciting theatre for all.

No tickets required, no need to book – just turn up and enjoy the shows!

Suzanna Rosenthal for Steam Industry Free Theatre with the Corn Exchange, Newbury present

Jason and the Argonauts
A Family Adventure
written by Phil Willmott with lyrics by Howard Jaques and music by Geoff Menzer
based on the classic tale

Clamber aboard the mighty ship Argo to join the heroic Prince Jason, plucky princess Medea, Hercules and all the gang for a lively retelling of the greatest adventure story ever told! Our heroes must overcome monsters, tricksters and tempests if they're to capture the mythical goldenfleece they need to defeat Jason's evil uncle and win back the kingdom.

This ancient legend has enchanted people of all ages inspiring 1950s Hollywood, modern game designers and storytelling down the centuries. This brand new version especially conceived for the Scoop at More London injects a little brainiac science into the mix too to keep modern kids intrigued and on their toes. Expect all the knockabout comedy, toe-tapping songs, ingenious puppetry and summer fun that make the Steam Industry's free family shows an unmissable teatime treat in The Scoop at More London.

Performance dates & times
7 August – 6 September
Wednesdays & Fridays - Sundays
6pm – 7.15pm approx

Medea
A specially commissioned translation of Euripides' celebrated revenge drama by Stella Duffy.

But what happened next?

As the sun sets there's a chance for older audiences to enjoy the intrigue, scandal and heart-stopping suspense of a celebrity marriage in crisis as the adult Jason and Medea's love is tested to its limits.

When King Jason is lured away by a new princess, Medea plots the famous and terrible revenge that has shocked audiences for thousands of years. Is she right to act as she does?

Join the debate as we re-imagine the ancient drama in a lively, modern production embracing the magnificence of More London's riverside architecture. The Steam Industry team return to the plays of ancient Greece by popular demand after past award-winning productions of Oedipus, Agamemnon, Cyclops, Helen of Troy and Children of Hercules by the same author attracted huge crowds and international critical acclaim.

Director Phil Willmott
Musical Director and Composer, Medea Joe Fredericks

Performance dates & times
30 July – 6 Sept,
Thursdays-Sundays
8pm – 9.30pm approx

Performance schedule

Medea – Thurs to Suns at 8pm
Jason – Weds & Fri-Suns at 6pm (no performance 5 Aug)

The Boring but Important Stuff
In the event of rain the show may have to be cancelled. A cancellation decision will be made 30 minutes before the performance is due to start.

Seats will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Once capacity is reached, admission will be on a one out, one in basis. The Scoop at More London reserves the right to refuse entry. The organiser reserves the right to make last minute changes to the programme for reason beyond its control

Fringe - Unexpected Opera Company
http://www.morelondon.com/events_details.asp?ID=56

24 - 26 June
Time: 7pmLocation: The Scoop at More LondonAdmission: FREE

The More London Free Festival has been expanded for 2009. This year we are introducing a new element in June - Fringe. This is where up and coming and more experimental arts organisations will be showcased. This will be followed by Free Music in July, Free Theatre in August and Free Films in September.

Enjoy accessible opera for all b*ght to you by the Unexpected Opera Company

A crazy, riotous and fast-paced English version of Rossini's classic comic opera "The Barber of Seville".

Lifted out of 17th century Spain by writers Tim Riley and John Lovat, the action is dumped hook, line and sinker into 1950's London: the era of Brylcreem, Teddy Boys and rock'n'roll. Figaro, the famous barber, plys his trade among the fashionable set and outwits all of them in the name of true love.

Presented by Unexpected Opera, this is a show for opera enthusiasts and first-timers alike.

The Barber of Savile Row is the launch production of Unexpected Opera, a new company dedicated to creating high quality, enjoyable opera accessible to everyone. This surprising and fast-paced adaptation takes Rossini's classic comic opera out of the 17th century and into 1950s London with barber Figaro as a Teddy Boy with a touch of Elvis. An undaunting introduction to opera for new audiences, it also offers a fresh context for conniseurs.

"... splendidly conceived and wittily directed by Lynn Binstock, who particularly aimed it at a non-opera-going audience, but any dedicated opera buff would, I'm sure, take to it like a duck to water." Eastern Daily Press

Rossini's outstanding music and hard-learned singing traditions are retained along with the comedy of the original piece, injected with an additional dose of British humour. Performed in English with dialogue instead of operatic "recitative" between the numbers, every word can be enjoyed and appreciated by a wide audience. Constantly inventive, the production's additional twists include a panto dame, stand-up comic, a sing-along and a 4-piece combo.

Unexpected Opera was founded in 2007 by Artistic Director Lynn Binstock and Managing Director Matthew Quirk. The company brings live performances of classic opera to a wider audience, with clarity, humour and originality. It presents classic opera in engaging productions, sung in English and performed in unusual and special locations. http://www.unexpectedopera.com


Lynn Binstock has directed many operas in the UK, USA and Germany. She has been Associate Director at the Royal Opera House, Scottish Opera and ENO, Head of Staff Directors at ENO, Artistic Administrator for the Jerwood Young Singers Programme, and in 1995 founded Curious Opera Group to bring opera to families and children. Unexpected Opera grew out of her interest in creating unusual opera experiences for new audiences. Productions for the company include The Bat's Revenge, a reimagining of Die Fleidermaus, commissioned by pub chain JD Wetherspoon in its Opera House pub in Tunbridge Wells.

Production Team: Director Lynn Binstock, Musical Director Stephen Hose, Set Design Sally Ferguson & James Perkins, Costumes Heidi Bryan, Lighting Design Sally Ferguson), Stage Manager, Preece Killick.

Cast: For information about the singers each night, please go to: http://www.unexpectedopera.com

The Boring but Important Stuff
In the event of rain the show may have to be cancelled. A cancellation decision will be made 30 minutes before the performance is due to start.

Seats will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Once capacity is reached, admission will be on a one out, one in basis. The Scoop at More London reserves the right to refuse entry. The organiser reserves the right to make last minute changes to the programme for reason beyond its control


Free Music
http://www.morelondon.com/events_details.asp?ID=57
1 - 24 July 2009
Time: 12.30pm & 6pmLocation: The Scoop at More LondonAdmission: FREE

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday lunchtime and evening throughout July enjoy the Music as part of the More London Free Festival. Showcasing a huge variety of musical talent, in the open-air amphitheatre there is something to suit everyone's taste. No need to book, no tickets required just turn up and take your seat.

Timings:
Lunchtimes: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
Evenings: 6.30pm – 9.30pm


Wednesday 1 July

Lunchtime: MT Hedz
Original Compositions from London-based Fusion outfit led by legendary keyboard player and arranger Mike Tauben
http://www.myspace.com/mthedz

Evening: Sally Night
Following the successful launch of her new album at MIDEM in Cannes this year, we are delighted to welcome internationally renowned vocalist Sally Night whose mix of catchy lyrics and smooth melodies had garnered praise from critics in both the Jazz and Pop worlds across Europe and the USA.
http://www.sallynight.com


Thursday 2 July

Lunchtime: AllStars Jazz
Each Thursday lunchtime, we will be showcasing some of London's brightest Jazz talents from the ranks of The AllStars Collective
http://www.theallstars.co.uk

Evening: Protect the Beat
Legendary underground funk bank, Protect the Beat, re-form each festival season to delight crowds around the world.
http://www.myspace.com/pacificoblues


Friday 3 July

Lunchtime: The London Fusion Orchestra
A group of the finest up and coming musicians in the Capital hailing from the Weekend Arts College advanced Jazz course – previous alumni include Julian Joseph, Jason Rubello and Mark Mondesir.
http://www.wac.co.uk

Evening: The AllStars Collective
It's Friday Evening, It's July, It's the Scoop at More London – it has to be The AllStars Collective! After 3 months in the top 10 of the UK Soul chart last year, some of the world's finest musicians get together to party and celebrate.
http://www.theallstars.co.uk

Wednesday 8 July

Lunchtime: Smile
Organic acoustic project led by RDA, featuring many guests including Skinny Lister, Daniel Maitland and Gaucho's Gold Teeth, which fuses the sounds of contemporary London – perfect lunchtime music.

Evening: The Chantelle Duncan Quintet
Scottish Chanteuse Chantelle Duncan has been described as a 'Celtic Eva Cassidy'. A Previous winner of the Blackfriars Young Jazz Soloist of the Year title, Chantelle has performed all over the world in a vast range of genres, most recently with renowned world music band Berakah. Enjoy an eclectic mix of wonderful songs chosen and performed by a sublime vocalist.
http://www.myspace.com/chantelleduncan


Thursday 9 July

Lunchtime: EMI Music Sound Foundation: Say What You See. EMI Music Sound Foundation present a great young band who come together from all over the UK to create a funk/soul/blues feast for the ears - definitely one to watch.
http://www.theallstars.co.uk

Evening: Baluji Shrivastav
Baluji is one of the greatest sitarists from India. He is also the only musician with solo album releases of Diruba (fretted fiddle) and Surbhar (bass sitar). Baluji's playing has been described as "lush and utterly fresh" (Scotsman 2007). His live performances are infused with a warmth and humour that help connect audiences (new and old alike) with Indian Classical Music. Baluji has worked across genres with a wide range of artists like Massive Attack, Jah Wobble. http://www.baluji.com
PHOTO MUST HAVE CREDIT TO Simon Richardson


Friday 10 July

Lunchtime: Recommended Daily Allowance
RDA return to present their fantastic live show. The strings and horns will send shivers down the spine. A cross between Steely Dan and the Cinematic Orchestra
http://www.myspace.com/recommendeddailyallowance

Evening: The AllStars Collective
The AllStars Collective returns as part of their summer residency in The Scoop at More London. Each Friday presents a great chance to see some of the music industry's elite musicians perform in London for free!
http://www.theallstars.co.uk


Wednesday 15 July

Lunchtime: Other Things
Trip Hop ambient meets folk – an enthralling combination of the edgy and the laid back
http://www.myspace.com/theotherthings

Evening: Stuart Curtis' K-Groove Quartet
K-Groove is at the cutting edge of Klezmer. Their two albums to date 'Too Loud For Dinner' and 'Smoked Salmon Salsa' brought them very much to the forefront of the scene, winning Klezmer Idol in 2007.
http://www.stewartcurtis.co.uk


Thursday 16 July

Lunchtime: Pacifico Blues
Harmonica-led classic accoustic blues grooves featuring the superb Chris Newland on guitar and British blues-harp maestro Paul Pacifico.
http://www.theallstars.co.uk

Evening: The London Jazz Collective
Contemporary Big Band at the forefront of the London Jazz Scene which if you listen to the LJC you will hear is very much alive and kicking. "Great original modern day jazz big band music - makes me want to listen to it more than twice" - Courtney Pine
http://www.myspace.com/theljc


Friday 17 July

Lunchtime: The Greg Heath Quartet
Classic sax-led Jazz from this Kiwi-born tenor master – who releases his new album, Fact & Fiction this year
http://www.myspace.com/gregheathsax

Evening: The AllStars Collective
The third instalment of this summer's residency in the Scoop at More London is an event not to be missed. Watch out for some amazing music, a lot of dancing and some very special guests....
http://www.theallstars.co.uk



Wednesday 22 July

Ola Latina presents Latina American Showcase of Music and Dance

Ola Latina brings to the Scoop a colourful, vibrant and energetic display of authentic Latin American magic with Live Music and Dance to dazzle. Enjoy a slice of carnival and come and party with Ola Latina in the way that only Latin Americans know how!

Performances will be at lunchtime and evening – during normal Free Music Show Times
http://www.olalatina.co.uk


Thursday 23 July

Lunchtime: AllStars Jazz
A taste of musical sunshine with mellow acoustic Jazz from some of the UK's finest.
http://www.theallstars.co.uk

Evening: Montana Four
Following the release of their debut album, Diamond Wheel, Montana Four have gone from strength to strength and are coming back to The Scoop at More London again this year. http://www.myspace.com/montanafour


Friday 24 July

Lunchtime: Jimmie Bone
A favourite, Jimmie Bone returns to play a lunchtime acoustic set of mellow originals and cool covers with his regular line-up of guests from the Subs Bench.
http://www.jimmibone.com

Evening: The AllStars Collective
Come and join The AllStars Collective for the final Friday finale and celebrate with some of the best musicians in the world today playing the music they love to party to themselves.
http://www.theallstars.co.uk

The Boring but Important Stuff
In the event of rain the show may have to be cancelled. A cancellation decision will be made 30 minutes before the performance is due to start.

Seats will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Once capacity is reached, admission will be on a one out, one in basis. The Scoop at More London reserves the right to refuse entry. The organiser reserves the right to make last minute changes to the programme for reason beyond its control