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Join Our Mailing List

There's so much going on at Hawthorne Theatre and RollerCity that it can be hard to keep track!

Joining our eMail list means you will get regular updates and news on special offers or changes to the programme. And there's no need to worry about receiving junk or spam emails from us.

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Film Diary

Film Diary

The Film Diary is a six week listing of film screenings at the Hawthorne cinema.

Along with the show times and dates, it contains brief synopses of films and type of screenings (Family Film, Flamingo Film Fun (Autism Friendly), Matinee Idles and Mini Cini-Ma).

Patrons can also read about the 2 For 1 showings for that season.

The diary is free when you pick it from the Box Office, but subject to a postal charge when ordered over the phone (no phone charge will be applied for this order) or online.

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Get A Free Zebra Card Membership

The Zebra Card is a way to save money. It's a discount card. Card holders receive 15% discount on ticket purchased and on some selected live shows as well as 10% discount on all merchandise including RollerCity skates and clothing .

All you need do is give us your email and fill a form that takes less than five minutes to complete.

The Zebra Card is tied into your account, it is non-transferable.

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2-4-1 Offers

Two For One Deals With Toucan Text

To enjoy our 2-4-1 offers, join the TOUCAN Deal. We will send discount codes to your mobile phones. You can apply the codes when you book Online, call or make a purchase through the Box Office.

All you need do is to fill in your name, mobile number and postcode

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Book Open Mic Stage

Book Open Mic Stage For Free

The Dame Flora Robson Open Mic Stage is a performance space where you can appear for free to showcase your music, stand-up skills, readings - whatever you want!

Performance are scheduled for every last Thursday of the month and slots booked for a maximum of one hour.

We provide the sound system but sort out your own advertising. So get up on stage and do your own thing!

Call 01707 357117 to book a place or email campuswest@welhat.gov.uk

Badminton

Book A Badminton Session

Three indoor courts available during term time.

£3 per court per hour - Advance booking advised.

There are 4 sessions on Monday & Friday, 7 sessions on Tuesday, 6 sessions on Wednesday and 3 sessions Thursday.

Herts Jazz On Sunday

Herts Jazz Sessions

Campus West is home to Herts Jazz Club which has become famous for bringing jazz to a wider audience and exposing them to the work of several generations of the UK jazz community.



Every Sunday at 8.00pm, audiences are treated to the best in British jazz.

The gigs at the Terrace Suite of Campus West is complemented by its own bar and balcony, giving patrons the experience of a first class evening out.

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Chamber Music

Concert Club Chamber Music Season

In association with Campus West, Welwyn Garden Concert Club stages an annual series of public chamber music at the Hawthorne Theatre.

All concerts take place on Saturdays at 7.45pm. Seating is unreserved.

The 2012/13 Season

Season Tickets: For six concerts £69
Students (in full-time education) £21

Individual Tickets: Single ticket - £16 (except for Martin Clarinet - £20)
Student ticket - £5

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Welwyn Drama Festival

Welwyn Drama Festival

This is a prestigious and popular festival that draws entries from across the UK.

Each evening of the week long festival at the Hawthorne Theatre, audiences are treated to up to three one-act plays.

At the end of the week, trophies are presented to first, second and third place winners. Awards are also given for best acting, directing and best unpublished play among others.

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Drama School

Drama School

Do you want to be an actor - not a variety performer? Then, The Drama School at Campus West is for you!

There are drama games, devised work, end of term shows and - if you are interested in life backstage - Tech Training for the older age group.

For news about available spaces call the Box Office on 01707 357117

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Blog

Visit our Green Room

Welcome to the first official post from The Green Room, the blog for all things Campus West, Hawthorne Theatre and RollerCity.

What the Green Room hopes to do is give a sneak peek behind the workings of a local theatre - possibly interviewing staff, or customers, or posting little films that may refer to things we have on or not and think it should be shared.

What we hope to do is give you a taste of the people and the atmosphere that goes into making us a unique local resource. And, of course, we'd like your comments - not necessarily about what is on at the theatre, but about anything you think we (or our readers) would like to hear about.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

These FAQs are specific to Online Booking system.

Video guides are also available at the Hawthorne Theatre and RollerCity YouTube and Facebook and Screencast pages.

If you have watched your videos and read our answers to your FAQs but still have problems, you can send your feedback to us.

You can also use our contact list if you want to speak or write directly to a member of our team about your experience.

Wittertainment Code Of Conduct

Wittertainment Code Of Conduct

The Hawthorne Theatre is proud to have signed up to the Cinema Code of Conduct as devised by Simon Mayo and Mark Kermode of BBC Radio 5 Live.

We are proactive in encouraging all to observe this code.

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Find Us On Facebook

Find Us On Facebook

On Facebook, there is the opportunity to interact with The Hawthorne Theatre or RollerCity. You can express your opinions and post comments on our wall and respond to what is (or not) happening at the venue. For our part we try our utmost best to respond to your comments and update you on ongoing and upcoming activities at the Hawthorne Theatre and Rollercity.

While on Facebook, please check out our video guides. It is our attempt to provide you with a resource which enriches your booking experience while using our ticketing website.

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Welwyn Garden City Film Society

Welwyn Garden City Film Society

The Hawthorne Theatre provides a confortable and social setting for the Welwyn Garden City Film Society to meet and screen films from acrosss the world.

Founded in 1946, Welwyn Garden Film Society is one of the 'longest-standing film societies' in the UK.

Around 12 films make up its season. The films which usually represent contemporary and classic world cinema are selected by the film's committee and votes from members.

More details about the society's Membership and Programmes

Volunteering at Campus West

Volunteering at Campus West

Become a Campus West Volunteer and help bring the arts and entertainment out into the Welwyn Hatfield community, while enjoying some great benefits too.

There are openings for Gardening, Front of House and Publicity Distribution.

Volunteers will get to 'spread the word' about us, be one of our champions to the wider world as well as our 'critical friend'; help develop and nurture our flora and above all have the satisfaction of being part of a dynamic family friendly venue.

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Online Store

Online Store

From our online store, you have opportunity to purchase Gift Certificates as gifts for friends and relations.

The certificates can be redeemed at the Box Office on Hawthorne Theatre and RollerCity events. Live productions (except specified), Hatfield House events and The Mill Green Museum activities are excluded.

The Gift Certificates are available in £5, £10, £15, £20 and £30 denominations.

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Fit In Body And Mind

Fit In Body And Mind

The Fit In Body and Mind programme is a variety of organised exercise, dance, sport and social activities taking place each week at Campus West and Vineyard Barn in Welwyn Garden City and Jim McDonald Centre in Hatfield.

There are beginners, intermediate and advance sessions. Classes are suitable for all ages.

Examples include Pilates, Keep Fit, Aerobics, Medau and Line Dancing as well as activities such as Art Basics and Beyond, Table Tenins, Carpet Bowls,Bridge and Scrabble.

Available Classes and Sessions

New Maynard Gallery

New Maynard Gallery

The New Maynard Gallery is situated on the first floor of Campus West at The Campus, Welwyn Garden City

The gallery is open 7 days a week, from 9am. The building is always closed at Easter and Christmas Day and on Bank Holidays except specified otherwise.

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Car Parks

Car Parking

There is a car park at Humphey's Theatre and RollerCity with 358 spaces. It is operated and managed by CP Plus Limited working in partnership with Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council.

You do not require a ticket when you park your vehicle, just remember your vehicle registration number. The car park is managed using the Automatic Number Plate Recognition Cameras.

There are 3 disabled bays available at the Car park and 2 other behind Hawthorne Theatre The park is open 24 hours, Monday - Sunday. Charges are applicable from 5am - 7pm. Payment machines accept credit or debit cards and coins.

Free after 7pm and if you are in the car park less than 20 minutes.

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Archives

Archives

The archives is an opportunity to look back at some of the professional live performances and special events at Hawthorne Theatre and RollerCity over the years.

We have served our audiences with a variety of entertainment, be it comedy or music, classical or rock.

Over the years we have hosted live performances and events which captured audiences over and over again and increased our reputation for keeping alive live drama at Hertfordshire. We have also spiced your evening with appearances of celebrities like Nicholas Parsons, An Audience with George Alagiah and Janet Street Porter among others.

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 RollerCity Tuck Shop

RollerCity Tuck Shop

After playing hard on the rink, no one will begrudge you for treating yourself to hot dogs, fries or ice cream!

The Rollercity Tuck Shop is a perfect place to take a breather and refresh.

Packed with a variety of snacks and drinks, the shop also off the opportunity for spectators to redeeem their tickets.

And if you are a Zebra Card holder you get 15% off purcahses at the tuck shop

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 Twitter

Twitter

A great way to find out what is happening at the Hawthorne Theatre and Rollercity.

You can also spark a conversation about what you’ve seen or care about at Campus West. Don’t be left out!

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Humphrey's Coffee Shop and Bar

Humphrey's Coffee Shop and Bar

Located on the first floor, Humphrey's café serves hot and cold drinks as well as snacks. The café area extends to the lounge which provides an ideal place to enjoy your drink or lunch, relax, wait or chat before a performance.

Humphrey's Coffee Shop and Bar now proudly brews Starbucks Coffee. We serve Joe & Seph’s gourmet popcorn and a great range of ales, lagers, ciders and spirits from all over the world available to you.

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