Upcoming Events - 2026
Politically Incorrect - by Peter Gill
Wednesday 1st April
7.30pm - doors open at 7pm
Another local legend returns to The Old Chapel!
This show is a 90 minute tribute to my favourite American songwriting satirist Tom Lehrer.
I perform the majority of Lehrer’s repertoire including of course I Hold Your Hand in Mine, Pollution, Oedipus Rex, Vatican Rag, Masochism Tango, When You Are Old and Grey, Poisoning Pigeons in the Park, The Elements, Wernher von Braun, We’ll All Go Together When We Go and I Got it from Agnes.
Tom Lehrer was a true songwriting genius with a biting, sometimes macabre sense of fun – this show is an absolute pleasure for me to perform.
You can sign up at Gotherington Local Store & Post Office (please bring CASH) or email oldchapelbookings@gmail.com and pay by BACS.
Space is limited so do sign up quickly if you're interested. We look forward to seeing you!
Traditional Games Club - 1st Sunday
back in April!
Traditional Games Club is run by Alan and Shirley in The Old Chapel on the first Sunday of the month from 2 -4pm. Anyone can drop in for a game, there's plenty to chose from and is open to all ages up for spot of competition!
Doors are open at 2pm, pop in anytime though, there are refreshments served around 3pm. Just £2 adults and £1 for children (children must be supervised).
Harp & a Monkey
Saturday 2nd May - 7.30pm (doors open at 7pm)
Join the award-winning modern folk trio Harp and a Monkey for a one-off magical evening of song and storytelling – of Tall Tales and Truths.
From naked lifesavers to bare-knuckle boxers, and medieval pilgrims to gorilla gardeners, the latest show (Tall Tales and Truths) by award-winning folk song and storytelling trio Harp & a Monkey is not to be missed.
Poignant, melodic, accessible and humorous, this engaging performance by the acclaimed Lancastrian multi-instrumentalists is a celebration of ‘the extraordinary ordinary’.
Renowned for the wonderful rapport they achieve with their audiences, Harp and a Monkey are three old friends who have been delighting audiences on the national folk, acoustic and roots circuit for the best part of 20 years now.
TICKETS - £14 each
email oldchapelbookings@gmail.com to get your name down ASAP or look out for sign up in the shop from April 1st.
A Noise Annoys
by Jude Simpson
NEW DATE - Saturday May 9th - 3pm (doors open at 2.30pm)
– a family show of spoken word, song and silliness.
Poet, entertainer and three-time national slam champion Jude Simpson performs an uplifting hour of playful poetry, silly songs and fun interaction for children aged 6+ and their families.
Bursting with quirky humour and witty wordplay, Jude takes the audience on a mind-bending journey through the sounds of languge and the language of sounds. From a song celebrating peanut butter sandwiches to a tongue twister about naming your pet badger, there is lots of joy, a healthy dose of nonsense, and a few heartfelt moments of beautiful hush.
“Jude Simpson is funny, sharp, emotional in her work and is a terrific performer. She needs to be seen and heard wherever possible.”
– Michael Rosen, Poet and former Children’s Laureate
“A cross between Nick Cope and Miranda!”
“Witty, engaging, fun, imaginatively clever.”
“I loved it! Great poetry and audience interaction!”
“Very sensory. Fun with jokes. Educational and immersive.”
“I loved how interactive it was, making poetry more accessible to a young audience”
– Audience members at “A Noise Annoys”
The sign up sheet will be in the local shop from Sunday 8th February or you can email oldchapelbookings@gmail.com to reserve seats and pay online.
Tickets are just £8 each (Please bring CASH if paying for your ticket at the shop, thank you!)
Film Club - Next screening May
After an April interval we will be back in May!
Gaming Afternoon
Next date to be confirmed
Gaming Afternoons are switching days to a Saturday and the next one is being held on Saturday 29th 2025, 3-5pm.
£3 adults / £3 child (must be supervised). A cuppa / squash and snacks is included, plus access to various gaming setups. A lovely chance to meet with mates, chat with friends and have some fun!!