Sept – Dec 2015
Welcome to the Carriageworks Theatre I’m delighted that this November will see the Carriageworks celebrate its tenth anniversary. To mark what has been a wonderful decade for the theatre, there will be a week long celebration to which all of Leeds is invited and pages 22 and 23 set out how you can get involved. For half term in October the Family Arts Festival returns to provide entertainment for all ages. Let the internationally renowned Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers (24 Oct) dazzle your senses and be tantalised with home-town heroes Tutti Frutti with Snow Child (30 Oct). Proper Job Theatre tempt the night with their theatrical spectacle Nosferatu (23 Oct). Edinburgh hit Every Brilliant Thing (29 Sept), shows us in an entirely different light and, of course, don’t miss our comedy season including shining star Lucy Beaumont (17 Oct) or the literary powerhouse Mark Billingham in The Other Half (1 Oct) alongside My Darling Clementine. It’s a busy Autumn for all at the Carriageworks, don’t miss out on the fun! Councillor Judith Blake Leader of Council and Executive Member for Economy and Culture
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Leeds Civic Arts Guild Leeds Civic Arts Guild is an association of various amateur drama, music and opera companies who meet and perform regularly at the Carriageworks Theatre including: Cosmopolitan Players – Leeds Amateur Operatic Society – Leeds Arts Centre – Leeds Children’s Theatre – Leeds Gilbert & Sullivan Society – Leeds Insurance Dramatic & Operatic Society – Leeds Writers’ Circle – Leeds Youth Opera – Morley Amateur Operatic Society – Shatterproof – S.T.A.R.S – St Mary’s Youth Theatre – West Riding Opera.
Leeds Civic Arts Guild has an ever growing membership and you can take part too. Everyone is welcome, from old hands to complete novices. This might be the opportunity you’ve always wanted to tread the boards and become the star of the show! Or you could experience the thrill of being backstage by getting involved in lighting, sound and set building. Join us on Sat 5 Sept for the annual Guild Awards Night. Celebrate all the hard work of our member societies over the past year and get a glimpse of what’s coming up.
For more information and enquiries about joining visit www.lcag.org.uk Leeds Civic Arts Guild productions are highlighted with this logo:
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The Leeds International Piano Competition in association with Besbrode Pianos proudly presents Me & My Piano; a new and exciting public art installation coming to the city of Leeds this summer. Placed around the city, all the pianos are decorated by local arts organisations and community groups, and freely available for you to play. Carriageworks Theatre are decorating one to celebrate the upcoming 10th anniversary and putting it out on Millennium Square. Visit www.leedspiano.com to download your piano map and start planning your musical route through the city.
Fri 21 Aug – Thur 10 Sept Millennium Square
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Leeds Art Theatre present
Futureproof ‘Don’t you see? That’s the hook! That’s the thing the townies will want to see. The difference’ Welcome to Robert Riley’s Odditorium; a travelling freak show that boasts mermaids, conjoined twins, and the worlds fattest man. Now the good times are over; advances in science have made these natural marvels into abominations and no one wants to see the show. They’re poor, directionless and they’ve just had to eat the horse; but Robert Riley is not put down so easily. If they don’t want to look at the freak show any more, he’ll give them miracles...the miracle of change.
Wed 16 – Sat 19 Sept
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45pm Tickets: £10.50 (£8.50 concession)
LIDOS present
A Night at the Oscars LIDOS presents an evening of music, song and dance from some of your favourite film musicals including Billy Elliott, Footloose, Guys and Dolls, Mamma Mia, Singing in the Rain and Sister Act. Join us for ‘Opening Night’ where you will hopefully feel the ‘Electricity’; after all this will be much better than whatever is on the ‘Telly’! We promise to ‘Make ‘em Laugh’ and ‘Spread the Love Around’ and you’ll leave saying ‘Oh, What a Night!’ and ‘Beggin’ for more.
Wed 16 – Sat 19 Sept
Main Auditorium: 7pm, 2pm Sat matinee Tickets: £13 (£10 concession) Family ticket: £40
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Snowline Media Ltd present
Ocean Film Festival World Tour
The Ocean Film Festival showcases the world’s most amazing ocean films from above and below the water’s surface – letting you immerse yourself in the wonders of the ocean without getting your feet wet! Brought to you by the producers of the Banff Film Festival UK Tour, this extraordinary collection of short films documents the beauty and power of the ocean. Celebrate the divers, surfers, swimmers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray, who chase the crests of waves and who marvel at the mysteries of the big blue.
Inspiring and thought-provoking, The Ocean Film Festival takes you on a journey across the globe, showcasing the huge waves of Australia, diving with sharks off the coast of Africa and heading north to the far reaches of the Arctic Circle. Visit www.oceanfilmfestival.co.uk for more details. Photo © Chris Burkard
Wed 23 Sept
Main Auditorium: 7pm Tickets: £12.50 (£11 concession)
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SVN present
The Other Half
Mark Billingham & My Darling Clementine
A rundown Memphis bar. Lust, murder and domestic horror. That long and difficult search for… The Other Half. The third event in our Northern Accent series, features award-winning crime writer Mark Billingham and leading country duo My Darling Clementine who have come together to present a dark and glorious mix of song and story. A unique collaboration between the leading lights of crime fiction and country music. A show to die for. www.northernaccent.org.uk
Thur 1 Oct
Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)
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Paines Plough and Pentabus Theatre Company present
Every Brilliant Thing By Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe
You’re six years old. Mum’s in hospital. Dad says she’s ‘done something stupid’. She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a list of everything that’s brilliant about the world. Everything that’s worth living for. 1. Ice cream 2. Kung Fu movies 3. Burning things 4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out your nose 5. Construction cranes 6. Me You leave it on her pillow. You know she’s read it because she’s corrected your spelling. Soon, the list will take on a life of its own. A new play about depression and the lengths we will go to for those we love. #EveryBrilliantThing
Tues 29 Sept
Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)
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Fol Espoir present
Instructions for American Servicemen in Britain It’s 1942 and a horde of Yankee servicemen have just arrived in England – where the locals speak a strange dialect, boil all their food, and talk endlessly about the weather. The Americans see the Brits as a strange race. Judge for yourself in a night of joyous laughter and downright silliness as a crack team of experts attempt to explain the rules of British life.
Fri 2 Oct
Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)
Science Mania Ltd present
Science Blast – The Great Scientists Part 1 Professor Kaos presents his brand new family show Science Blast – the show that likes to blow stuff up! Meet 9 of the world’s top scientists, see their discoveries and vote on who you think is the greatest. Experience lasers, lights, experiments and explosions in a family show where we want YOU to get involved. Warning – The show includes flashing lights, loud noises and cheese sandwiches!
Sat 3 Oct
Main Auditorium: 3pm Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concession), £6 (no concession) Family ticket: £34 Age 5+
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Leeds City Council present
Light Night
Experience Art in the Dark! Light Night invites you to come and explore Leeds with your family and friends as the city centre comes alive with spectacular light shows, installations, performances and exhibitions. Have fun and explore spaces you’ve never been to before, or see some familiar places in a very different way. Carriageworks Theatre will be hosting a range of events and activities, so pop along during the evening to explore the venue. As darkness falls, come and experience the city in a new light! www.lightnightleeds.co.uk
Fri 9 Oct
Whole Venue: 6pm – 10pm
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KPS Productions & The Finishing Touch Company present
…And this is my friend Mr Laurel By Gail Louw and Jeffrey Holland
Jeffrey Holland (Hi-de-Hi, You Rang M’Lord) stars in this one-man show about friendship, memories and a couple of remarkable lives. Set in the bedroom of a sick Oliver Hardy, the show takes place during Laurel’s visit to the dying man. Recounting their past success as the comedy double act Laurel and Hardy, this is a humorous and touching look at one of the great cinematic partnerships of the last century.
‘Spellbinding and magically, timelessly funny’ THE STAGE
‘Simple, smart and sublimely performed’ BROADWAYBABY.COM
www.myfriendmrlaurel.co.uk
Wed 7 Oct
Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)
Madeline Shann present
Little Terrors Little Terrors is a look at our unpredictable world through the eyes of someone who is afraid of everything from clowns to climate change and rollercoasters to robot uprising. This one-woman show uses dance, comedy, storytelling and any means necessary to explain why life is terrifying. A funny, poignant and ultimately hopeful look at our relationship with our fears and how the cowardly can find courage.
‘A treat. Just the sort of thing that audiences are crying out for’ TOM RODEN, NEW ART CLUB
‘A convincing and sincere performance; her movement strong and comedic characterisation faultless’ THE PUBLIC REVIEWS
Wed 7 Oct
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45pm Tickets: £10.50 (£8.50 concession)
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Avalon present
Jenny Eclair:
How To Be A Middle Aged Woman (Without Going Insane) Professional grumpy old woman, Splash survivor, amateur soup maker and novice knitter; Jenny Eclair is younger than Madonna but eats crisps and likes wine. Semi-bearded and suffering from outbreaks of gout and hysteria, Eclair puts middle age under the microscope and decides whether to laugh, cry or buy a dachshund! You are most welcome to join her, just button your cardi up properly and wipe that lipstick off your teeth.
‘Ruthlessly funny’ THE TIMES
Sat 10 Oct
Main Auditorium: 8pm Tickets: £17.50
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Carriageworks Theatre is thrilled to welcome ‘What a fantastic evening! Lots of local talent to the stage as part of the amazing new talent in our community. Shakespeare Schools Festival. Enjoyed every minute of it!’ Each night four schools will perform four AUDIENCE MEMBER, WEST LONDON, 2014 different Shakespeare plays. Come and Details of participating schools and the plays celebrate the achievements of our local school they are performing can be obtained children whilst enjoying a wonderful evening of from the Box Office. entertainment. See Shakespeare performed as you’ve never seen it before! The Shakespeare Schools Festival is the UK’s largest youth drama festival and enables over Tues 13 – Fri 16 Oct 1,000 primary, secondary, and special schools to stage abridged Shakespeare productions in their and Thur 5 – Sat 7 Nov local professional theatre. 35,000 young people Main Auditorium: 7pm will take to stages across the UK. Tickets: £9 (£7 concession) £6 groups of 20+
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Avalon present
Lucy Beaumont: We Can Twerk it Out
BBC New Comedy Award winner, Chortle Best Newcomer and star of BBC 3’s Live at the Electric, Lucy Beaumont presents her hugely anticipated debut show. Spend an hour in Lucy’s universe with her unique blend of surreal, offbeat humour and big belly laughs. Foster’s Edinburgh Comedy Award 2014 – Best Newcomer Nominee
‘She’s got the timing of Les Dawson... an absolute natural’ JOHNNY VEGAS
www.lucybeaumont.com
Sat 17 Oct
Main Auditorium: 8pm Tickets: £12
Leeds Gilbert & Sullivan Society present
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee A group of youngsters gather at the Putnam County Spelling Bee, each desperate to win. Over-achiever Marcy’s bored of success; burgeoning activist Logainne wants to impress her gay dads; Leaf believes he’s not smart enough to be there; former champ Chip is distracted by puberty; William is hyperallergic and shy Olive’s best friend is the dictionary. Join this unlikely group of quirky heroes as they compete at the Bee, sharing their dreams and struggles along the way. Contains adult themes.
Tues 13 – Sat 17 Oct
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45, 2:45 Sat matinee Tickets: £13
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Cosmopolitan Players present
Walk On, Walk On Walk On, Walk On, by Leeds writer Willis Hall, takes place during the course of a match towards the end of the 1976 football season. It is a match of vital importance for the somewhat uninspired record of a West Yorkshire Third Division club – and it also affects the lives and fortunes of several of the people connected with it. By the end of the afternoon and of the match – more than the future of the club itself has been decided.
Wed 21 – Sat 24 Oct
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45pm Tickets: £11 (£9 concession)
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Proper Job Theatre Company present
Nosferatu
It’s one hour before dawn On the blood dark sea the ship is barely moving There’s a sail as torn as a shattered shirt Something is aboard the ship… With a mixture of breathtaking illusions and trickery, an original musical score and a libretto from the acclaimed poet Ian McMillan, this production, from award winning Proper Job Theatre, promises to live long in the memory. Nosferatu tells the dark and mysterious tale of the sailors in Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula, as they journey from Varna to Whitby with an unknown cargo.
… ‘ simply be advised that this is fantastic theatre’ THE LIST
Fri 23 Oct
Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)
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Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers Thundering rhythms on huge taiko drums, mysterious masked choreography with inventive lighting, muscular synchronisation timed to perfection, post-apocalyptic martial imagery and infectious belly laugh humour – all in a spellbinding display of sheer athleticism. Feel the energy and experience the power of this unique performance. As the most successful touring taiko drum group on this continent, Mugenkyo celebrate their 21st year on the road, creating a contemporary look and sound, fusing the traditional spirit of taiko with a modern stage performance that has captivated audiences everywhere…
‘Just when you think it could not get any more powerful, it doubles in intensity. This show is not one to be missed’ EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS
www.taiko.co.uk
Sat 24 Oct
Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £18 (£16 concession) £10 under 16s
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Blunderbus Theatre Company present
The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark Based on the bestselling children’s classic by Jill Tomlinson
Wed 28 Oct
Main Auditorium: 11am & 2pm Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concession), £6 (no concession) Family ticket: £34 Age 3+ All tickets include a pre-show activity hour
Adapted for the stage by the Blunderbus team, with music and lyrics by Frank Goodhind. Plop is a baby barn owl. He lives at the top of a tall tree, in a field. He is fat and fluffy. He has big round eyes and very knackety knees. Plop is exactly the same as every barn owl that has ever been – except for one thing. Plop is AFRAID of the DARK. One day, Mr Barn Owl suggests that Plop fly down into the world and find out about the dark for himself. So, Plop climbs out of his nest-hole, peeps over the edge, wobbles a bit, and falls off his branch. And this is where Plop’s adventure begins... Follow Plop’s adventures as he journeys into the night-time world of campfires, fireworks, starry nights and moonlit adventures. This gentle, reassuring tale is brought to life with an irresistible blend of music, puppetry and storytelling. Written especially for small people aged 3-7, and grown-ups who still sleep with the light on. Come join us, – it’s going to be a hoot!
‘Packs charm in bucketloads’ THE STAGE
‘Totally captivating’ THE PRIMARY TIMES
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Metta Theatre present
The King of Tiny Things One magical midsummer’s night two sisters huddle together, fearful of what the darkness holds, when a mysterious winged creature appears and leads them on a moonlit adventure. Together they rescue juggling slugs, contortionist worms, and a trio of acrobatic baby bats. But while the girls are busy being brave they overlook their winged friend, the King of Tiny Things, who needs their help most of all. Can they save him in time?
Tues 27 Oct
Main Auditorium: 2pm Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concession), £6 (no concession) Family ticket: £34 Age 3+ All tickets include a pre-show activity hour
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Starring four of the world’s most exciting circus artists, Metta Theatre bring Jeanne Willis and Gwen Millward’s enchanting story spectacularly to life with circus, puppetry and song. Fun for all the family.
‘Extraordinary... magical’ LIBBY PURVES
tutti frutti and York Theatre Royal present
Just Fair Laughs present
Snow Child By Emma Reeves
The first snow falls. Watching the village children play, a lonely couple yearn for a child of their own. They build a small figure from the ice and snow, and wish very, very hard… until the strength of their longing brings the magical snow child to life before their eyes! tutti frutti are thrilled to bring you writer Emma Reeves’ new play following her huge success with her adaptation of Jacqueline Wilson’s Hetty Feather (West End) and her TV triumphs; Tracy Beaker and The Dumping Ground.
‘tutti frutti never fails to create inspired and imaginative work and whether you are 5 or 50, you will always enjoy their shows’ YORKSHIRE TIMES 2014
Cutting Edge Stand-Up Comedy with a 12A certificate. Come and watch top comedians from the UK Comedy Circuit clean up their act. Hosted by Preston’s very own funnyman Tony Vino ( The Scotsman). Well aware of social and political issues, Tony mixes friendly well thought out observational humour with audience interaction and quick witted responses.
‘Uplifting style, great delivery and consistently funny throughout’ BBC MANCHESTER
‘Life affirming comedy’ BBC1 HEAVEN & EARTH SHOW
See website for the up to date line-up.
Image © Jessica Knight
Fri 30 Oct
Main Auditorium: 2pm Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concession) £6 no concession Family Ticket: £34 All tickets include a pre-show activity
Thur 29 Oct
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45pm Tickets: £8 (£5 concession) Age 12+
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Odd Doll present
RED RUST A richly evocative and visually stunning puppetry performance, RED RUST explores the inner world of a grandmother. As Grandmother slowly trawls the past behind her, an army of nurses comically try to keep her life organized (despite getting sewn up, painted and even thrown around stage by the puppeteers!). Beautiful, choreography and live harp combine to create a production that is guaranteed to awaken your imagination, spark discussion and stimulate the senses!
Wed 28 Oct
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks: 2:30pm & 7:30pm Tickets: ÂŁ10.50 (ÂŁ8.50 concession) Age: 12+
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ARC – www.thegigcartel.com present
Leeds Arts Centre present
Hugh Cornwell – Original Stranglers Frontman
The Birthday Party
As the original guitarist, singer and main songwriter in the British rock band The Stranglers, Hugh Cornwell has enjoyed massive success with 10 hit albums and 21 Top Forty singles, etching himself into Europe and the USA’s musical psyche with classic songs, including Peaches, No More Heroes, Golden Brown, Nice N’ Sleazy, Always the Sun and Duchess. Cornwell’s latest studio album TOTEM AND TABOO was released to rave reviews. Recorded at Electrical Audio Studios in Chicago, the album was engineered and mixed by the legendary Steve Albini.
By Harold Pinter
Premiered in 1958, the play has been called a ‘comedy of menace’. Nothing that is said is verifiable, and is often contradicted. Stanley Webber’s world is shattered by the arrival of two strangers at the house where he lodges with Meg and Petey Boles. Moving from mundanity, through menace, to terror, Stanley gradually loses control of his life to the sinister Golberg and McCann.
‘UK punk’s dark lord’ DAVID FRICKE/ROLLING STONE
Wed 4 Nov
Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £20 in advance (£22 on the door)
Thur 5 – Sat 7 Nov
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:30pm Tickets: £12 (£9 concession)
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WEDNESDAY 11 NOVEMBER 7:30pm Performance: 10 Years Together THURSDAY 12 NOVEMBER 6:30pm Taster Class: Belly Dancing 7:30pm Performance: 10 Years Together FRIDAY 13 NOVEMBER 6:30pm Taster Class: Lindy Hop 7:30pm Performance: 10 Years Together SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER – OPEN DAY 10am
Venue Tour: Melding the old with the new
10am
Workshop: 5 Senses of Theatre with Interplay
11am
Workshop: Make Your Own Animal Puppet with Odd Doll
12pm
Venue Tour: Melding the old with the new
1pm
Workshop: Devising Theatre with The Paper Birds
2pm
Venue Tour: Melding the old with the new
2pm
Workshop: Introduction to Puppet Manipulation with Odd Doll
2pm
Performance: Carriageworks Young Theatre Makers
4pm
Venue Tour: Melding the old with the new
4pm
Workshop: Songs of Solidarity with Red Ladder
Kids
5pm
Performance: Carriageworks Young Theatre Makers
Family friendly
6pm
Venue Tour: Melding the old with the new
Teens
7:30pm Performance: 10 Years Together
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Fun for Families USE THIS KEY TO FIND THE RIGHT EVENT FOR YOU:
Adults
Performances
10 Years Together – A night of story and song bringing together talent from across Leeds through Carriageworks Theatre and the Leeds Civic Arts Guild. Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession) Carriageworks Young Theatre Makers – Brand new show created by our 16s to 19s group giving their perspective on the anniversary celebrations. Tickets: £6.50 (£4.50 concession) Additional information for both shows will be available on our website closer to the event.
Taster Classes
Join in with some of our regular classes for a special treat, great for beginners. Free entry with a ticket to 10 Years Together.
Workshops
Carriageworks Theatre is proud to offer a range of creative workshops by some of our favourite local theatre companies. All workshops are 2 hours long and must be booked through our Box Office. Tickets: Free
Venue Tours
Guided tours of our weird and wonderful half Victorian half modern venue with a story or two along the way. Tickets: £5
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Leeds Children’s Theatre present
The Magic Scarf The North Wind ‘borrows’ Tingles’ scarf and is in no hurry to return it. Without it Tingles can’t return to the land of Ice and Snow. What will poor Tingles do? Join Lee, Sandy and Tingles as they embark on an adventure to rescue Tingles’ scarf with the help of a very unusual Christmas Fairy called Goldie. Can they outwit the cunning Scarecrow, defeat the Wicked Witch and win back the scarf? Or, will the children miss Christmas altogether? www.TheMagicScarf.info Leeds Children’s Theatre (1935-2015)
Wed 18 – Sat 21 Nov
Main Auditorium: 7pm, 2pm Sat matinee Tickets: £12 (£10 concession), £10 no concession Family ticket: £40 £1 off for tickets booked before 25 Oct
St Mary’s Youth Theatre present
Whistle Down the Wind Whistle Down the Wind tells the story of a young Louisiana girl who finds a mysterious stranger hiding in her barn. When she asks his identity – the first words he utters are ‘Jesus Christ’; and it’s as if all her prayers have been answered. While the townspeople are determined to find the escaped felon, she and her friends vow to protect him from the outside world. The original feel-good musical which will have audiences of all ages entranced.
Thur 26 – Sat 28 Nov
Main Auditorium: 7:30pm, 3pm Sat matinee Tickets: £14 (£12 concession)
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Carriageworks Young Theatre Makers Carriageworks Young Theatre Makers (CYTM) are young people aged between 10 and 19 who meet weekly in three groups to create new theatre with a unique voice.
CYTM develops young people’s skills as actors, writers and directors through the creation of original productions. Led by professional theatre director, Ruth Cooper, the members do more than just learn lines and blocking – they learn to portray their own lives, thoughts and imaginations on stage. In creating a new play, CYTM work as an ensemble, developing teamwork and performance skills and increasing their knowledge of working in live theatre. They form a supportive group in which their creativity is nurtured and they are offered a genuine platform for their ideas. Members in Group B may choose to work with Ruth to earn a Bronze or Silver Arts Award. Get in touch to join in! Email carriageworksytm@gmail.com or call 07891 272410 For more information, please visit www.carriageworkstheatre.org.uk
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Paul Holman Associates and Leeds City Council present
Back by popular demand
911’s
JEZ EDWARDS
LEE BRENNAN
l a n o i t i d a r T e s m d ’ i e e m L o t Pan Friday 4 December 2015 – Saturday 9 January 2016
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Director: David McNeill Musical Director: Marc Yarrow Choreographer: Clare Kennedy
It’s a jewel encrusted family pantomime set to dazzle and delight, so fasten your seat belts for a magical carpet ride of mystery, sparkling romance and adventure on this pantomime flight of spectacle, slapstick and song! Come and cheer Aladdin, Wishee Washee and Widow Twankey as they battle the evil magician Abanazar. Will our handsome hero find true love with the delectable Princess Jasmine? Maybe with a little help from the Slave of the Ring and the Genie of the Lamp!
Gold
Performances
Adults
£18.50 & £16.50
Concessions
£16.50 & £15.50
Level 3 Side Balconies
£64
Groups 10+
£15
Groups 20+
£15 + every th 11 ticket free
(4 tickets, max 2 adults)
Performances
£12.50
Family
Red
Saver
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All Seats £12.50 £10.50
All Seats £9.50 + every 11th ticket free for teachers
* British Sign Language performance Tuesday 15 December, 6:30pm † Relaxed Performance Wednesday 30 December, 2.30pm The Relaxed Performance has a less formal atmosphere. Noise and movement in the auditorium is very acceptable. There will be small changes made to the sound levels and lighting of the production to make the performance more accessible.
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Child Friendly Leeds
Carriageworks Theatre
People of all ages are welcome at Carriageworks Theatre. We take pride in being a Child Friendly Venue. Below are some of the steps we take to be as accessible for children and young people as we can. 1 Age guidance is available in the advertising or from Box Office 1 Pre-show activities for under 10s 1 Baby changing facilities are available on all floors in the unisex accessible toilets 1 Child booster seats are available 1 Breast-feeding mothers are welcome 1 A buggy parking area will be available on show days to keep the auditorium clutter free and safe 1 Children under one year old come for free (But will not be given a specified seat) Please note: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
A unique business and events destination
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In addition to the 349 seater Main Auditorium, a further six meeting rooms are available for conferencing, meetings and workshops, accommodating various numbers of delegates. All conference rooms provide AV equipment, air conditioning and support from a dedicated commercial team. Three of the six meeting rooms are situated in the historic part of the old Carriageworks development. These attractive meeting spaces reveal exposed brickwork and roof beams in keeping with the Victorian architecture whilst providing a light and airy studio feel. These rooms are also available to hire for evening rehearsals, special occasions, workshops and classes at a competitive rate. Please call 0113 395 2157 or email carriageworksvenue@leeds.gov.uk for more information.
Access
Regular Classes
Tai Chi
The venue is fully accessible and has accessible toilets on every level. A number of spaces in the auditorium are reserved for wheelchair users. Please let us know when booking of any special access requirements you may have.
This brochure is available in alternative formats – please call us on 0113 224 3139 for more details or visit www.carriageworkstheatre.org.uk Support Dogs are welcome.
with Tim Jeffries Tuesdays: 5:45pm
Acting Classes
Northern: Drama Acting School Tuesdays – Thursdays 6:30pm – 9pm Age 18+
Acting Classes Yafta Adult Classes Wednesdays: 6pm – 9pm
Belly Dancing Classes
With Meilyn Thursdays: 6pm – 7pm
Lindy Hop Classes
Fridays: 7pm – 9:45pm
Musical Theatre Classes On Stage Theatre Arts Academy Saturdays: 1pm – 4pm Age 3 – 18
More information on all our classes including how to book is available on our website under the Participate tab.
A hearing loop is available from the Box Office on arrival. A £5 returnable deposit is required.
There are also several disabled parking spaces on Cookridge Street, just around the corner from the entrance to the Carriageworks Theatre. A variety of street parking and secure car park options are available nearby with the nearest facilities including: 1 St John’s Shopping Centre (long stay) 1 The Light (long stay) 1 Woodhouse Lane
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Box Office open: Monday – Saturday, 10am – 6pm except show days, when open until 15 minutes after the start of the performance. Sundays open 30 minutes prior to start of performance. Please note that a fee of £1 will be applied for all transactions over £10.
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Keep in Touch
Carriageworks Theatre
Leeds General Infirmary
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Family Tickets are sometimes available. These are for 4 tickets, maximum of 2 adults. Family Tickets are currently only available to book by phone or in person.
Millennium Square
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Concessions are generally available for LeedsCard holders, Students, Jobseekers, under 16s and over 60s at the advertised concessionary price. Carer tickets are available through Box Office.
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AUGUST
VENUE
PRODUCTION
Fri 22 Aug – Thur 10 Sept
Millennium Square
ME & MY PIANO
SEPTEMBER
VENUE
PRODUCTION
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Sat 5
Main Auditorium
LEEDS CIVIC ARTS GUILD AWARDS EVENING
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Wed 16 – Sat 19
Main Auditorium
A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS
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Wed 16 – Sat 19
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks
FUTUREPROOF
4
Wed 23
Main Auditorium
OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR
5
Thur 24
Main Auditorium
NOT FOR RENTAL – WITHNAIL AND I
6
Tues 29
Main Auditorium
EVERY BRILLIANT THING
7
OCTOBER
VENUE
PRODUCTION
Thur 1
Main Auditorium
THE OTHER HALF
PAGE 6
Fri 2
Main Auditorium
INSTRUCTIONS FOR AMERICAN SERVICEMEN IN BRITAIN
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Sat 3
Main Auditorium
SCIENCE BLAST – THE GREAT SCIENTISTS PART 1
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Wed 7
Main Auditorium
…AND THIS IS MY FRIEND MR LAUREL
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Wed 7
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks
LITTLE TERRORS
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Fri 9
Whole Venue
LIGHT NIGHT – EXPERIENCE ART IN THE DARK!
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Sat 10
Main Auditorium
JENNY ECLAIR: HOW TO BE A MIDDLE AGED WOMAN (WITHOUT GOING INSANE)
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Tues 13 – Fri 16
Main Auditorium
SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL
12
Tues 13 – Sat 17
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
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Sat 17
Main Auditorium
LUCY BEAUMONT: WE CAN TWERK IT OUT
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Wed 21 – Sat 24
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks
WALK ON, WALK ON
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Thur 22
Main Auditorium
NOT FOR RENTAL – REAR WINDOW
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Fri 23
Main Auditorium
NOSFERATU
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Sat 24
Main Auditorium
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS
16
Tues 27
Main Auditorium
THE KING OF TINY THINGS
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Wed 28
Main Auditorium
THE OWL WHO WAS AFRAID OF THE DARK
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Wed 28
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks
RED RUST
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Thur 29
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks
THE CLEAN AS POSSIBLE COMEDY SHOW
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Fri 30
Main Auditorium
SNOW CHILD
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Sat 31
Main Auditorium
NOT FOR RENTAL – HALLOWEEN SPECIAL
NOVEMBER
VENUE
PRODUCTION
Wed 4
Main Auditorium
HUGH CORNWELL – ORIGINAL STRANGLERS FRONTMAN
Thur 5 – Sat 7
Main Auditorium
SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL
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Thur 5 – Sat 7
Upstairs @ the Carriageworks
THE BIRTHDAY PARTY
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Wed 11 – Sat 14
Whole Venue
10TH ANNIVERSARY
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Wed 18 – Sat 21
Main Auditorium
THE MAGIC SCARF
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Thur 26 – Sat 28
Main Auditorium
WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND
DEC '15 – JAN '16
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PRODUCTION
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Main Auditorium
ALADDIN
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Contact us Carriageworks Theatre The Electric Press, Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 3AD Box Office: 0113 224 3801 Email: carriageworks@leeds.gov.uk www.carriageworkstheatre.org.uk
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