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The Holme Amphitheatre now introducing Open Air Concerts and Plays in 2019
Sue • Aug 19, 2018
Grand opening of the Holme Amphitheatre, now available to book for outdoor performances.
On a beautiful summer evening in July, our first performance was held in the brand new outdoor arena. A large number of guests enjoyed canapés and prosecco by the ponds before being led down through the gardens by the Wareham Town Crier and into the amphitheatre where they spread themselves over the grass terraces to await the performance.
After a short opening ceremony, the crowd were entertained by some extremely talented local youngsters from the Top Notes Youth Theatre based in Wareham. Their group tutor Emma Aldir opened the show with a commanding rendition of “Cabaret”. The youngsters then enthralled the audience with a selection of well known songs from musicals. A thoroughly enjoyable evening was had by all.
Joanna David took time out from her busy schedule to be at Holme and lead the celebration. She said “I felt so privileged to be asked because I have seen Holme grow and develop over the years into the beautiful place it is today. We are very lucky to have such a wonderful facility right on our doorstep and this new performance venue will be a fantastic asset for the community.”
The grass theatre could easily accommodate a seated audience of 500 and more for a standing concert. The outdoor sound system worked perfectly and it is now hoped to attract a range of performers to put on plays, jazz, blues, classical and folk concerts as well as being made available to local schools, community groups and charities for fund raising events. Whatever takes your fancy really!
For more info about Top Notes visit www.topnotes.co.uk
Our 2021 Events were mostly SOLD OUT on each performance, and we cannot Thank enough the companies involved. The 'critically acclaimed theatre company 'Chapterhouse', The Team of professional actors and directors from 'Folksy Theatre', 'Rain or shine, Gloucester based professional theatre company, our very own 'Top Notes' with Emma, a youth theatre company based in Wareham and the amazing 'Pastures New' with Mezzo-soprano Grace Lovelass, tenor Matt Connolly and pianist Toby Nelms , a local musical theatre and comedy trio who performed Songs from the stage performed in our Beautiful open air Amphitheatre. Next Year’s performance dates are coming very soon.
I am looking forward to showing the Gardens off this year to you all . The 22'000 new bulbs will start showing at the end of January and I can't wait for you to see my new project. I have called it Butterfly Valley. It includes a lake, a mix of perennial wildflowers to adorn the valley sides and I hope this will be completed before Summer! So many more ideas yet, but I have been told to keep them to myself for now........ The Gardens are FREE to enjoy now until the end of February, perfect for a winters walk. From March the cost of the day pass will be £5 and the season ticket only £15. Join us as we grow together! Simon
After our very successful events last year, we are holding 4 plays in the Amphitheatre in 2020. You are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy in the gardens before hand, then sit back and enjoy the Live performances.
This money goes straight to the Lewis-Manning Hospice and supports the tremendous work staff and volunteers do with patients and their families who face life-limiting illnesses. Liz says ‘we are delighted to be able to donate to such a good cause and are pleased to be able to give something back to the community.’ Photo with Vanessa & Sue Dates for 2020 quizzes coming soon!
This Purbeck Wedding Venue is perfect for anybody seeking an outdoor wedding with beautifully dressed marquees. The event ground is tranquil and surrounded by beautiful gardens and grounds.
This year we will be asking customers for a small contribution of just £4.00 per adult towards the upkeep of the gardens and the addition of new ongoing features and inspirational designs. Also available is our 2019 season ticket of just £12 per person.
Enjoy our traditional village show with cakes, flowers and produce as well as stalls and games. Fun for all the family.
Holme for Gardens have been selling the best quality plants for over 25 years and this year we have gone further afield to source plants from all over Europe for you, our customer to enjoy.
