Milton Keynes – What's On guide – From April 2024

From April 2024

Disney’s Aladdin flies into Milton Keynes!

Welcome to Milton Keynes Theatre

Welcome to our new look What’s On guide featuring all the amazing shows playing this spring! The season is jam-packed with sensational musicals, thrilling dramas and top comedians – there’s something for everyone!

We are so excited to welcome Disney for the first time to our theatre with the spectacular musical Aladdin This extraordinary theatrical phenomenon is filled with unforgettable magic, comedy, breathtaking sets and timeless songs.

The line-up for the rest of the year continues to be outstanding, with the return of the hugely popular and critically-acclaimed musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie. For an evening of hysterical comedy, don’t miss Cluedo 2, a spoof thriller based on the classic board game that will keep you guessing right up to the final twist!

We were delighted to be joined by The Milton Keynes University Hospital Charity during our pantomime season, who raised a staggering £7,077.21 kindly donated by our audience members! Thank you so much for your generous donations, which will all go towards their Radiotherapy Wellbeing Hub Appeal, to create a new facility to offer a safe and peaceful haven for anyone undergoing cancer treatment at the hospital.

On behalf of everyone here at Milton Keynes Theatre, we are incredibly grateful for your ongoing support. We hope you enjoy reading our latest What’s On guide and we can’t wait to welcome you again soon!

Emma Sullivan, Theatre Director

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Local Heroes

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To honour our Local Heroes, we are offering teachers, social care workers, prison officers, armed forces, ‘blue light’ professionals and Max Card holders 25% off the ticket price of a wide variety of shows. Visit atgtix.co/LocalHeroes for a full list of shows and offers.

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Groups discount

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Here at Milton Keynes Theatre we are proud to open our doors to everybody and make theatre accessible to all. Look out for these symbols throughout this brochure:

Audio Described BSL Interpreted

Captioned Relaxed Touch Tour

Access Membership Scheme

Did you know, that for every performance (not just assisted performances), we have dedicated members of staff on hand to ensure any patrons with access requirements have everything they need?

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Disney’s Aladdin

Disney’s much-loved animated film is brought to life on-stage in a thrilling and dazzling new musical from the producer of The Lion King.

Escape to A Whole New World and experience this extraordinary theatrical event seen by over 14 million people worldwide, where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite!

Featuring the iconic songs by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice – this unforgettable production is filled with magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle.

The classic story of Aladdin and his quest to follow his dreams and fulfil his destiny has enchanted generations –never more so than in this highly entertaining show.

Tickets selling fast!

Ages 6+

‘Simply phenomenal.’ – Edinburgh Evening News

‘Pure magic from start to finish.’ – Broadway World

‘Everything in this show is magnificent.’ – Fife Today G

© Disney

The Syndicate

Based on her hit BBC TV show, The Syndicate is a new stage play by the legendary Kay Mellor.

Starring Emmerdale’s Samantha Giles, Coronation Street’s Brooke Vincent and TV favourite, Gaynor Faye, who also directs. It follows five supermarket employees whose lottery syndicate numbers come in, just as their jobs are under threat.

Will a share of the jackpot make their dreams come true or their nightmares a reality? One thing’s for certain, it will change their lives and relationships… forever.

This witty lottery drama marks the world premiere of Kay Mellor’s final stage play.

Book your winning tickets now!

Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle

Mon 3 – Wed 5 Jun

Mind-bending new comedy direct from the West End!

Henry Lewis and Jonathan Sayer, creators of the global smash hit The Play That Goes Wrong and BBC series The Goes Wrong Show, return on tour with Mischief’s riotous new comedy Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle.

Join the Mind Mangler as he attempts a spectacular return with his acclaimed two man solo show. Witness hilarious feats of mentalism spiral into chaos as he attempts to read your mind, mind, mind… Ages 10+

★★★★★ ‘An absolute riot.’ –British Theatre Guide

G10+

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

Following a record-breaking threeyear West End residency, sold-out UK and Ireland tour and Amazon Studios award-winning film, the smash hit and critically-acclaimed musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie returns to Milton Keynes.

Funny, fabulous and feel-good, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie features an all-star cast including Ivano Turco as Jamie, Rebecca McKinnis as Margaret, Sejal Keshwala as Ray, Talia Palamathanan as Pritti with Sam Bailey as Miss Hedge and Strictly Come Dancing royalty Kevin Clifton as Hugo/Loco Chanelle.

Set to an original score of catchy pop tunes that will ‘Blow The Roof Off The Theatre.’ – (The Mail on Sunday) by lead singer-songwriter Dan Gillespie Sells (The Feeling) and writer Tom MacRae (Doctor Who). Choreographed by Sadler’s Wells Associate Artist Kate Prince (Into The Hoods, Some Like It Hip Hop, SYLVIA, Message In A Bottle). This ‘Sparkling coming-of-age musical’ – (The Times) will have everybody talking about Jamie for years to come. Ages 5+

Bonnie & Clyde

Two small-town kids from the middle of nowhere became the biggest folk heroes in all America. They craved adventure – and each other. Their names were Bonnie and Clyde.

Winner of Best New Musical at the WhatsOnStage Awards 2023, the West End cult-sensation is set to hold-up Milton Keynes following two hell-raising seasons in London’s West End.

Starring Alex James Hatton (Newsies, Heathers) and Katie Tonkinson (Bat Out of Hell) as the notorious lovers, joined by Daisy Wood-Davis (Hollyoaks, Holby City) as Blanche and Sam Ferriday (The Cher Show) as Buck, with Jaz Ellington (The Voice) as The Preacher.

Featuring music by Tony®-nominee Frank Wildhorn (Jekyll & Hyde), lyrics by Tony® and Oscar-winner Don Black (Sunset Boulevard), book by Emmy Award-nominee Ivan Menchell, directed and choreographed by Nick Winston Ages 12+

Theatre for all

We are committed to making our venues accessible for all and regularly schedule performances that are tailored to allow more people to enjoy the magic of live theatre.

Audio Described

Live verbal commentary is given through headsets to assist patrons who are visually impaired. The description doesn’t change the performance for any guests, but fills in the gaps for those who require it.

Disney’s Aladdin Wed 8 May 7.30pm

SIX Wed 25 Sep 6pm

Come From Away Wed 27 Nov 7.30pm

Peter Pan Wed 18 Dec 7pm

BSL Interpreted

Trained British Sign Language signers stand to one side of the stage and interpret the script used by the performers at the same time as the actions are being performed.

Disney’s Aladdin Wed 15 May 7.30pm

Come From Away Fri 29 Nov 7.30pm

Peter Pan Tue 17 Dec 7pm

Further information

Did you know, that for every performance (not just assisted performances), we have dedicated members of staff on hand to ensure any patrons with access requirements have everything they need? See page 7 for more details.

Captioned

Similar to television subtitles, captions give patrons who are deaf, deafened or hard of hearing access to live performance. The actors’ words appear on unobstructive display units at the side of the stage at the same time as the show.

Disney’s Aladdin Fri 10 May 7.30pm

Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer Wed 31 Jul 8pm

SIX Thu 26 Sep 8pm

Come From Away Thu 28 Nov 7.30pm

Peter Pan Thu 19 Dec 7pm

Relaxed

Designed to benefit patrons with additional needs who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. These informal performances have slight alterations that don’t impact on the content of the show.

Peter Pan Thu 19 Dec 1pm

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

The most fantasmagorical musical of all time flies into Milton Keynes for one week only!

In a brand new production of this much-loved family favourite and starring Adam Garcia (Wicked, Kiss Me Kate, Coyote Ugly) and Liam Fox (Emmerdale), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is bursting with unforgettable songs by the Sherman Brothers, including Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain, Truly Scrumptious and, of course, the Academy Award-nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

The Potts family’s adventures to far off lands in their magical motor car makes Chitty Chitty Bang Bang a fun-filled hit for all the family. Don’t let it take off without you!

The Wizard of Oz

Direct from The London Palladium, the sensational new production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals comes to Milton Keynes.

Starring Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood as The Wicked Witch of the West, this spectacular production will be a truly magical experience for all the family.

Featuring the iconic original score from the Oscar-winning MGM film including Over The Rainbow, Follow The Yellow Brick Road and We’re Off To See The Wizard with additional songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice

Join Dorothy, Toto and friends on an unforgettable adventure down the yellow brick road to the merry old land of Oz.

Ages 6+

‘Turbo-charged. Full of imagination.’ –

Lord of the Dance A Lifetime of Standing Ovations

The world-renowned Lord of the Dance is poised to make an exhilarating return.

After celebrating the 25th anniversary in 2022, Lord of the Dance is back with a dazzling revival of this iconic dance extravaganza. The 2024 tour promises to be an extraordinary journey that will captivate audiences again with this record-breaking show.

Lord of the Dance, a production that has enchanted over 60 million people in 60 countries on every continent and graced more than 1000 venues, is a testament to Michael Flatley’s creative brilliance. It has left an indelible mark on the world of dance, solidifying its status as one of the most successful productions in the history of entertainment.

Grease

After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High for senior year. But can they survive the trials and tribulations of teenage life and find true love once more?

With its phenomenal score, bursting with hits including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted to You and You’re the One That I Want, this thrilling new version is brought to life by a fresh young cast who bring energy, vitality and passion to this ultimate musical classic.

Directed by Curve’s Artistic Director Nikolai Foster, reignite your passion and get ready for an explosion of summer loving.

★★★★ ‘This production has glamour and grit.’ –The Times

‘It’s got style, it’s got meaning!’ – Time Out

Hairspray The Musical

The BIG, BOLD and BEAUTIFUL musical – Hairspray is back on tour!

Starring Neil Hurst (The Full Monty, Coronation Street) as Edna Turnblad. Making her directorial debut is Hairspray royalty Brenda Edwards (Hairspray, We Will Rock You) who will bring new energy from behind the scenes.

Hairspray took Broadway by storm, winning eight Tony® Awards. The production went on to win four Olivier Awards in the West End, and multiple awards worldwide.

Join big-hearted Tracy Turnblad, the spirited Seaweed and his sister Little Inez, heartthrob Link Larkin and the resolute Motormouth Maybelle as they strive to change the world.

This feel-good classic is back. Book now!

Heathers The Musical

Greetings and salutations!

Following a smash hit season in London’s West End, two recordbreaking national tours and sellout runs at London’s The Other Palace, the WhatsOnStage Best New Musical winner, Heathers The Musical is coming to Milton Keynes.

This high-octane black comedy rock musical based on one of the greatest cult teen films of all-time is back with a bang!

Welcome to Westerberg High, where popularity is so very a matter of life and death, and Veronica Sawyer is just another of the nobodies dreaming of a better day.

But when she’s unexpectedly taken under the wings of the three beautiful and impossibly cruel Heathers, her dreams of popularity finally start to come true.

This is until JD, the mysterious teen rebel, teaches her that it might kill to be a nobody, but it’s murder being a somebody.

Age guidance 14+

Qudus Onikeku | The QDance Company

Re:INCARNATION

Dance Consortium presents Nigeria’s celebrated QDance Company with their exuberant Re:INCARNATION.

An ode to the richness of Nigerian culture, this dance, music, fashion and visual art creation showcases ancient Yoruba philosophy mixed with Nigerian youth culture, bursting with pure and uncompromising joy.

Ten young dancers and two musicians perform the cycle of life with explosive energy, marked by the urban chaos of the Nigerian city of Lagos.

Paying homage to the wealth and profusion of Nigerian music, the show draws on Afrobeats, born of an explosive cocktail of jazz, soul, funk and traditional African music.

Ages 12+

Learn. Create. Perform. Enjoy.

Creative Learning provides enriching and unforgettable opportunities for young people, teachers and lifelong learners to engage with theatre and live entertainment.

Masterclasses at MKT

This extended Masterclass programme is designed to develop key drama and musical theatre skills; building confidence, technique, knowledge and insight. Led by members of the Creative Learning team, you can learn more about how directors utilise various drama skills in their casting and rehearsal processes, develop your dancing, singing and acting skills and gain an insight into the world of theatre, all in our backstage studio!

£25 per Masterclass

£85 for a four-class per age group pass

For those ages 5 – 11 years

Inspired by The Little Mermaid

Sat 27 Apr 10am – 1pm

Inspired by The Wizard of Oz

Sat 18 May 10am – 1pm

Inspired by Encanto

Sat 15 Jun 10am – 1pm

Inspired by Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Sat 6 Jul 10am – 1pm

For those ages 12 – 18 years

Inspired by Little Shop of Horrors

Sat 27 Apr 2pm – 5pm

Improvisation

Sat 18 May 2pm – 5pm

Inspired by SIX

Sat 15 Jun 2pm – 5pm

Acting Through Song

Sat 20 Jul 2pm – 5pm

Make-Up Masterclass: Drinks & Drag

This adults-only event includes refreshments and is your chance to work with a professional makeup artist to create your own fabulous drag looks, learning insider tips and tricks as you go!

Fri 14 Jun 7pm – 10pm | Ages 18+

£38 per person

Youth Theatre

Tuesdays

Act 1 4.30pm – 5.30pm

School years 1 – 3 | £88 for the term

Act 2 5.45pm – 7pm

School years 4 – 6 | £93.50 for the term

Wednesdays

Act 3 6.30pm – 8pm

School years 7 – 9 | £106 for the term

Storytime at MKT

Interactive storytelling sessions for under 5s and their parent/carer. This fun sensory experience will immerse you and your little ones into a magical world, based on well-loved books.

Fri 3 May, Fri 7 Jun & Fri 5 Jul 10.15am & 11.15am

Under 5s | £8 per child (Incl. entry for one adult) Includes refreshment and craft activity.

Ballet Masterclasses

These new Masterclasses will start with classwork to further develop your technique, followed by the opportunity to learn repertoire from much-loved ballets. Taught by an industry professional in our backstage studio, these are not to be missed!

Sat 29 Jun

10am – 1pm | Ages 16+ (Incl. Adults) 2pm – 5pm | Ages 11 – 15 years £25 per person

Work in Theatre Course

Learn from industry professionals and gain real hands-on experience of a range of theatre departments! Join us for talks, workshops, tours, Q&As and practical sessions to develop a unique insight and understanding of the many different career paths the theatre industry can offer!

Wed 24 – Fri 26 Jul (Daily) 10am & 4pm

Ages 14 – 19 Years | £100 per person

Please contact the Creative Learning team for an application form.

Musical in a Day!

Join the Creative Learning team on the Milton Keynes Theatre stage and create your own musical in a day! Culminating in a sharing for families, this is your chance to dance and sing your heart out, and perform on the same stage as your favourite theatre stars.

Fri 2 Aug 10am – 4pm

Ages 5 – 16 years | £35 per person

Musical Theatre Summer School

Join our Creative Learning team for a weeklong summer school, developing your acting, singing and dancing skills! Create exciting choreography and belt your hearts out to your favourite musical theatre songs; creating a ‘Show in a Week’. Includes a theatre tour and a ticket to see Grease at Milton Keynes Theatre.

Mon 5 – Fri 9 Aug (Daily) 10am – 4pm

Ages 8 – 14 years | £200 per person

Schools

Our Creative Learning team offer a diverse programme for schools and educational settings, designed to support children and young people’s engagement in the arts, across all key stages. Opportunities include bespoke workshop packages, theatre tours, careers talks and professional development for teachers.

For the most up-to-date listings of our Creative Learning activity, please visit atgtickets.com/MiltonKeynes

For more information on any of our workshops, courses or events, please email MKCreativeLearning@theambassadors.com or find us on socials

/MiltonKeynesTheatreCreativeLearning @mktcreativelearning

SIX

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the multi award-winning smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Milton Keynes, following its previous sell out success!

Winner of over 35 international awards, this sell out Tudor take-off has ‘An incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘Pure entertainment’ (The New York Times)

From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. Ages 10+

★★★★★ ‘Exhilarating entertainment from six killer Queens. They will, they will rock you!’ – Daily Express

★★★★★ ‘A royal treat.’ – The Daily Telegraph

Photo by Pamela Raith .

101 Dalmatians The Musical

Direct from London comes the smash hit new musical 101 Dalmatians, written by Douglas Hodge (music and lyrics) and Johnny McKnight (book), from a stage adaptation by Zinnie Harris.

When fashionista Cruella de Vil plots to swipe all the Dalmatian puppies in town to create her fabulous new fur coat, there’s trouble ahead for Pongo and Perdi and their litter of adorable, tail-wagging young pups.

Dodie Smith’s classic canine caper is brought to life on-stage with spectacular puppetry, showstopping choreography, witty songs and irresistible puppies!

Book your tickets now – you’d be barking mad to miss it!

Ages 5+

★★★★ ‘A very tasty family treat.’ – The Daily Telegraph

★★★★ ‘Delightful. Wild woofs of approval.’ – The Times

Chicago

‘Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery… all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts’. So begins the international multi award-winning musical, Chicago.

Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, Chicago is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today’s tabloids. Ages 12+

‘Still the sexiest most sensational musical.’ – Sunday Express

‘Sexy, sassy, sultry, seductive, sensual, slinky, sophisticated.’ – The Independent on Sunday

Photo by Danielle Levitt .

An Officer and a Gentleman

The Musical

Mon 21 – Sat 26 Oct

Prepare to be swept off your feet with An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical, based on the award-winning 80s movie. This timeless story of love, courage and redemption will make your heart soar and leave you breathless, longing for more.

An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical invites you into a world where dreams and destinies intertwine. Don’t miss your chance to experience this captivating romance brought to life on-stage.

Ages 12+

★★★★★ ‘Everything you want and more.’ –Birmingham Mail

G10+ |

David Walliams – Awful Auntie

Thu 31 Oct – Sat 2 Nov

When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, she has no idea her life is in danger! When she wakes up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell her what has happened. But not everything Alberta tells her turns out to be true and Stella quickly discovers she’s in for the fight of her life against her very own awful Auntie!

From the producers of Gangsta Granny and Demon Dentist, comes this hilarious and thrilling comedy adventure for all the family! Ages 5+

‘The Birmingham Stage Company’s adaptations of my books are always brilliant! I can’t wait for the fun to begin again!’ –

David Walliams

Photo of previous cast by Mark Douet .

Elf The Musical

Come From Away

Wed 6 – Sun 10 Nov Tue 26 – Sat 30 Nov

After sell out arena tours and a record-breaking two West End seasons at The Dominion, the musical theatre version of the hit movie Elf will be hitting the road in a handful of the UK’s most prestigious theatres.

The large cast and live orchestra will be headed by rising star Jordan Conway. With a book by Bob Martin and Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and an original score of great songs by Matt Sklar and Chad Beguelin that has delighted audiences on both Broadway and the West End. As Buddy might say, ‘you’d have to be a cotton-headed ninny muggins’ to miss this feel-good festive extravaganza.

Winner of four Olivier Awards including Best New Musical in London and the Tony® Award for Best Direction of a Musical on Broadway. This smash hit show shares the incredible real-life story of the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world who were grounded in Canada during the wake of 9/11, and the small Newfoundland community that invited these ‘come from aways’ into their lives with open hearts.

Tony® Award-winning director Christopher Ashley alongside Olivier Award-winning writers Irene Sankoff and David Hein bring this uplifting true story to the stage in a production that has audiences on their feet night after night. Ages 10+

★★★★★ ‘One of the best musicals of the century.’ – Clive Davis, The Times

WITH SPECIAL GUEST

PERFORMING ‘BETTER THE DEVIL YOU KNOW’

NOW That’s What I Call A Musical

GET READY TO RELIVE THE SOUNDTRACK OF YOUR YOUTH!

EastEnders star Nina Wadia makes her musical theatre debut, joined on-stage by 80s pop icon, Sonia – performing her smash hit, Better The Devil You Know!

Celebrating 40 years of NOW That’s What I Call Music, this fun-filled evening is bursting with 1980s hits from Whitney Houston, Wham!, Blondie and more.

Written by award-winning comedian Pippa Evans, and directed and choreographed by Strictly’s Craig Revel Horwood, this heartwarming and funny story takes us on an uplifting journey down memory lane.

NOW is produced by ROYO, Universal Music UK, SONY Music Entertainment and Mighty Village, and celebrates 40 years of NOW That’s What I Call Music.

NINA WADIA

Here You Come Again

Prior to the West End.

For the first time ever, all of Dolly Parton’s biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical comedy.

Packed with the iconic songs Jolene, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream, I Will Always Love You, Here You Come Again and more, this lively and touching new musical tells the story of a diehard fan whose fantasy version of international icon Dolly Parton gets him through trying times. With her wit, humour and charm, Dolly teaches him a whole lot about life, love and how to pull yourself up by your bootstraps… even if your bootstraps don’t have rhinestones!

Here You Come Again was originally written by two-time Emmy Award-winning comedy and songwriter Bruce Vilanch with Gabriel Barre (who also directs) and Tricia Paoluccio (who also plays Dolly) and has now been adapted for the UK by acclaimed British playwright Jonathan Harvey (Gimme, Gimme, Gimme and Coronation Street). Ages 11+

Peter Pan

Bring the whole family along for a strictly swashbuckling panto adventure this Christmas, with Craig Revel Horwood as the dastardly Captain Hook!

With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, Peter Pan will take you on a magical trip like never before, in the company of your favourites from Neverland including Tinker Bell, Wendy, John and Michael Darling and Nana.

Hook your seats early to join us on this awfully big adventure!

Quotes from last year’s pantomime…

‘It was an absolutely fantastic show, we both loved every minute of it!’ – What’s Good To Do

‘The panto won’t fail to make you laugh out loud and will have you dancing in your seats.’ – MKFM

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The ELO Experience Electric Light Orchestra

Sun 7 Apr

The world’s foremost multi award-winning tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra. Why not come along and enjoy this incredible show which takes you on a magical musical journey through time. Ages 8+

Comedy Mixed Bill Mega Show

Fri 12 Apr

Milton Keynes-based Comedy Cow promoters have teamed up with Northampton-based Comedy Crate to bring you the best night of comedy. They are delighted to welcome the following acts: Omid Djalili, Glenn Moore, Josie Long and Boothby Graffoe (MC). Ages 18+

Frank Skinner 30 Years of Dirt

Thu 11 Apr

Following a sell out run at the Edinburgh Fringe and 7-nights at the Lyric Theatre in London’s West End, comic legend Frank Skinner is back with his critically-acclaimed new show, 30 Years of Dirt Ages 14+

The Chicago Blues Brothers

The Cruisin’ for a Bluesin’ Tour

Tue 21 May

The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together and are Cruisin’ for a Bluesin’, visiting the music capitals of the USA for one night of spectacular live music by this award-winning show.

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Ed Gamble Hot Diggity Dog

Thu 23 May

Ed has minced a load of meat (thoughts), piped it into a casing (show) and it’s coming to a bun (venue) near you. There’ll be ranting, raving and spluttering but he’s doing fine mentally. Promise. Ages 14+

What’s Love Got To Do With It? A Tribute To Tina Turner

Sat 25 May

Expect a night of high-energy rock and soul, showcasing the music of legend Tina Turner, featuring hits including Private Dancer, Proud Mary, The Best and more, performed by an incredible cast and live band. Ages 16+

Dreamboys Stripped Back

Fri 24 May

Be part of our explosive, immersive and seductive dance show as the Dreamboys take to the stage. Allow yourself to be intoxicated by raw energy and magnetic charisma, as you become immersed in a journey that awakens your deepest fantasies. Ages 18+

Bowie Experience

Sun 16 Jun

Direct from London’s West End, Bowie Experience is a spectacular concert celebrating the sound and vision of David Bowie. A must-see for all Bowie fans, the latest production features all the hits from A to Ziggy.

A Country Night in Nashville

Tue 25 Jun

Direct from London’s Royal Albert Hall, this show perfectly captures the energy and atmosphere of a honky-tonk in downtown Nashville. With songs from Johnny Cash to Alan Jackson, Dolly to The Chicks, Willie Nelson to Kacey Musgraves. Don’t miss this incredible show.

Anton & Giovanni Together

Sat 29 Jun

The nation’s favourite double act, Strictly’s Anton and Giovanni, are back Together for another unforgettable show full of entertainment. A mesmerising experience for all ages, Together will showcase the duo’s incredible talents and irresistible chemistry on-stage.

The Magic of Motown

Fri 28 Jun

You will be going loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down memory lane with all the Motown classics from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Jackson 5 and many, many more.

Ministry of Science LIVE Science Saved the World

Sun 14 Jul

Direct from London’s West End, join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how it shapes the modern world we live in – with some loud bangs along the way! Ages 6+

WIN TICKETS to see Stranger Things: The First Shadow AND A ONE NIGHT STAY at a Thistle London Hotel

Enter our prize draw to be in with the chance to win a pair of tickets to Stranger Things: The First Shadow in the West End, plus a one night stay at one of London’s Thistle hotels. To enter, simply sign up to hear from Milton Keynes Theatre by scanning the QR code below or visiting atgtix.co/strangerthingsprizedraw

Brought to life by a team of award-winning creatives, including director of ‘The Crown’ Stephen Daldry, and is described as the ‘West End theatre event of the year’ (Daily Telegraph). Come see this ‘Astonishingly Spectacular, Immersive Thrill’ (Sunday Express) take theatrical storytelling and stagecraft to a whole new dimension.

Open to all UK residents (excluding Northern Ireland) aged 18 years or over. Prize draw closes 11pm on Sunday 5th May 2024. The prize is two tickets to see Stranger Things: The First Shadow at the Phoenix Theatre London, (valid on selected dates for Monday to Friday performances only. Excludes school holidays and Christmas performances. Subject to availability) plus a one night stay at a Thistle London hotel. The winner will be selected and notified within seven days following competition closing. Please visit atgtix.co/strangerthingsprizedraw to view the full terms online.

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out!

Wed 24 & Thu 25 Jul

Jimmy Carr Laughs Funny

19/10/2023 14:09

Peppa Pig is back! Join Peppa, her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party. Packed full of songs, dance and muddy puddles, Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out! guarantees giggles and snorts for all Peppa fans, and a perfect introduction to theatre.

Northern Live Do I Love You

Sat 3 Aug

Keeping faithful to the original sounds of the underground movement that started on dance floors in the North, and eventually swept the nation, including an 11-piece band with four lead vocalists performing over 30 original hits.

Thu 1 Aug

If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand new show, Jimmy Carr Laughs Funny Ages 16+

Skip the queues

April

The ELO Experience – Electric Light Orchestra

The Stars of Tomorrow

Frankie Boyle: Lap Of Shame

Frank Skinner: 30 Years of Dirt

Comedy Mixed Bill Mega Show

Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners

Cluedo 2: The Next Chapter

Disney’s Aladdin

May The Chicago Blues Brothers –

The Cruisin’ For A Bluesin’ Tour

Johannes Radebe: House of JoJo

Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog

Dreamboys – Stripped Back

Sun 7 Apr 7.30pm

Mon 8 & Tue 9 Apr 7pm

Wed 10 Apr 7.30pm

Thu 11 Apr 7.30pm

Fri 12 Apr 7pm

Sun 14 Apr 7.30pm

Tue 16 – Sat 20 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)

Wed 24 Apr – Sun 19 May 7.30pm (Wed – Sat), 2.30pm (Wed, Sat,

Thu 25 Apr & Fri 17 May), 1pm & 6pm (Sun), Wed 8 May 6pm, Wed 8 May 7.30pm, Fri 10 May 7.30pm, Wed 15 May 7.30pm

Tue 21 May 7.30pm

Wed 22 May 7.30pm

Thu 23 May 7.30pm

Fri 24 May 8pm

What’s Love Got To Do With It? A Tribute to Tina Turner Sat 25 May 7.30pm

The Syndicate

Tue 28 May – Sat 1 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)

June Mind Mangler: Member of the Tragic Circle Mon 3 – Wed 5 Jun 7.30pm

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

Bowie Experience

Bonnie & Clyde

Brian Conley – The 3rd Farewell Tour

A Country Night in Nashville

Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit

The Magic of Motown

Anton & Giovanni – Together

July Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Mon 10 – Sat 15 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)

Sun 16 Jun 7.30pm

Tue 18 – Sat 22 Jun 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)

Sun 23 Jun 7.30pm

Tue 25 Jun 7.30pm

Thu 27 Jun 8pm

Fri 28 Jun 7.30pm

Sat 29 Jun 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Tue 2 – Sun 7 Jul 7pm, 2pm (Wed, Sat & Sun)

John Bishop: Back At It Sat 13 Jul 4pm & 8pm Ministry

1pm (Sun)

Peppa Pig's Fun Day Out! Wed 24 & Thu 25 Jul 1pm & 4pm (Wed), 10am & 1pm (Thu)

Lord of the Dance – A Lifetime of Standing Ovations

Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer

August Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

Fri 26 – Sun 28 Jul 7.45pm (Fri & Sat), 2.30pm (Sat & Sun), 7.30pm (Sun)

Wed 31 Jul 8pm

Thu 1 Aug 7pm & 9.30pm

Northern Live – Do I Love You Sat 3 Aug 7.30pm

Grease

September David Essex

Hairspray The Musical

Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer

Heathers The Musical

Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity

Fern Brady: I Gave You Milk to Drink

Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest to Explore Space

Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight

Qudus Onikeku: Re:INCARNATION

Mon 5 – Sat 10 Aug 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)

Sun 1 Sep 7pm (Doors)

Mon 2 – Sat 7 Sep 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)

Sun 8 Sep 8pm

Tue 10 – Sat 14 Sep 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)

Sun 15 Sep 7.30pm

Mon 16 Sep 7.30pm

Tue 17 Sep 7.30pm

Wed 18 Sep 7.30pm

Sat 21 Sep 7.30pm

Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Mad, Bad and Dangerous Sun 22 Sep 7.30pm

SIX

October 101 Dalmatians The Musical

Chicago

Jane McDonald

An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical

The Australian Pink Floyd Show

Steve Backshall – Ocean

David Walliams – Awful Auntie

Tue 24 – Sat 28 Sep 4pm (Sat), 6pm (Wed & Fri), 8pm (Tue, Thu & Sat), 8.30pm (Wed & Fri)

Wed 25 Sep 4.30pm, Wed 25 Sep 6pm, Thu 26 Sep 8pm

Tue 1 – Sat 5 Oct 7pm, 2pm (Wed & Sat)

Sat 12 – Sat 19 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)

Sun 20 Oct 7.30pm

Mon 21 – Sun 26 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)

Mon 28 Oct 7pm (Doors)

Tue 29 Oct 2pm

Thu 31 Oct – Sat 2 Nov 3pm, 11am (Thu), 7pm (Fri & Sat)

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Milton Keynes Theatre, 500 Marlborough Gate, Central Milton Keynes MK9 3NZ

Ticket prices

Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period. Due to the varying nature of our shows and their set design, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. For the most up-to-date information please check online. ATG+ Membership, group ticket prices and any special offers are subject to availability and can change or be withdrawn at any time. Family tickets are for 4 people with a maximum of 2 adults. ATG+ Membership offers are for a maximum of 4 tickets per card on selected seats, prices and performances. www.atgtickets.com/membership

Children

No Children under 3 will be admitted to the Venue except where it is specifically stated at the time of booking that the event is suitable for under 3s. Babes in arms (children under 18 months unless otherwise stated at the time of booking and on the ticket) will only be admitted to performances that are specifically aimed for them (pantomimes and shows permitting under 3s only). Where babes in arms are permitted they shall be admitted free of charge. If any other age restrictions apply for a particular performance this will be stated on the relevant production page of our website. Children (ages 18 months to 15 years inclusive) shall require their own ticket which shall be at full ticket price if no child concessions are available at the time of booking. Children (ages 15 years and under) must be supervised at all times. Supervision of children shall be by not less than 1 adult (aged 18 years or over) per 10 children and the supervising adult must sit next to the child/ren. The Management reserves the right to ask parents / supervisors to remove children if, in the opinion of the Management, they are causing a disturbance. Please note that some productions can be loud, if a member of your party is sensitive to this, we would recommend bringing their preferred noise protection.

Conditions of sale

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Information about fees

Up to £1.75 from each ticket sold is used for the upkeep and improvements to your venue. We spend this wisely to give you the best experience possible, provide equal access for everyone and offer creative learning opportunities in local communities across the UK. Additional fees may also apply where we sell tickets for non-ATG venues, or for selected big name shows and performances. These additional fees may take the form of a per ticket booking fee and/or a one-off transaction fee. Please check our website for the most up-to-date ticket prices and fees. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices, concessions, offers and fees.

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