From August 2024
The razzle-dazzle decadence of Chicago arrives in Milton Keynes
Welcome to M ILTO N KEY N ES THEATR E
Welcome to your new What’s On guide featuring the incredible lineup of unforgettable shows this season. Musical theatre fans are in for a treat, with a sensational array of West End productions, including the return of the big, bold and beautiful Hairspray The Musical, and black comedy, Heathers the Musical! And we can’t wait to open the new Chicago tour – don’t miss the razzle-dazzle!
We are excited to welcome Nigeria’s celebrated QDance Company onto our stage with their exuberant show Re:INCARNATION. It’s sure to be an explosive cocktail of jazz, soul, funk, and traditional African music.
July saw all six MKT Academy classes take to the stage for an end of year showcase. With performances from our Youth Theatre and Adult Dance classes, the evening was a chance to share their performance skills with friends and family, show off their hard work and perform on the Milton Keynes Theatre stage. We offer an outstanding Creative Learning programme for all ages, and you can find out more on pages 20 & 21.
We are proudly supporting Milton Keynes Pride Festival this September as sponsor of the Kids Space. It’s a fantastic free event that celebrates the LGBTQ+ community in the city and beyond and we look forward to being involved this year. If you’re planning to attend, be sure to come and say hi!
On behalf of everyone here at Milton Keynes Theatre, thank you for your ongoing support. We hope you enjoy reading the latest season brochure and we can’t wait to welcome you again soon!
Emma Sullivan, Theatre Director
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Hairspray The Musical
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!
The BIG, BOLD and BEAUTIFUL musical – Hairspray is back on tour!
Heathers the Musical
This high-octane, black comedy, rock musical based on one of the greatest cult teen films, is back with a bang!
Following smash hit runs in London’s West End and two record-breaking national tours, the WhatsOnStage ‘BEST NEW MUSICAL’ winner, Heathers the Musical is coming to Milton Keynes.
Welcome to Westerberg High, where popularity is 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. That is until JD, the mysterious teen rebel, teaches her that it might kill to be a nobody, but it’s murder being a somebody. Ages 14+
‘Heathers is High School Musical’s darker, dirtier cousin.’ – City AM
‘Stiletto Sharp.’ – The Daily Telegraph
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+
101 Dalmatians the Musical
The smash hit musical 101 Dalmatians is scampering to Milton Keynes, starring Kym Marsh (Coronation Street, Hear’Say) as the greatest villain of them all, Cruella de Vil.
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!
This new musical is written by Douglas Hodge (music and lyrics) and Johnny McKnight (book), from a stage adaptation by Zinnie Harris
Book your tickets now – you’d be barking mad to miss it!
Ages 5+
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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.
Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, Chicago’s sexy, sassy score with one showstopping song after another includes Razzle Dazzle, Cell Block Tango and All That Jazz
Ages 13+
‘Still the sexiest most sensational musical.’ –Sunday Express
‘Sexy, sassy, sultry, seductive, sensual, slinky, sophisticated.’ – The Independent on Sunday
Photo by Danielle Levitt .
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Tristram Kenton
An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical
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.
Be part of the emotional journey of Zack Mayo, a fearless young officer candidate, and the captivating Paula Pokrifki, whose fiery spirit matches his own. Their encounters ignite a spark that transcends boundaries, awakening a passionate love that defies all odds.
With every note, every step, and every heartfelt ballad, immerse yourself in this romantic masterpiece. Set to a smash hit soundtrack featuring the songs of Madonna, Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper, Blondie and many more, the power of music will carry you through the highs and lows of their extraordinary love story, including the award-winning (Love Lift Us) Up Where We Belong Ages 13+
★★★★ ‘Everything you want and more.’ –Birmingham Mail
★★★★ ‘If you love a power ballad, romance and a man in uniform, this is the show for you.’ – Oxford Times
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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 has produced a terrific production of my book – I absolutely love it. It’s brilliantly done and so funny!’ –
David Walliams
Photo by Mark Douet .
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Elf The Musical
This modern-day classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!
Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony® Award nominees Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (Disney’s Aladdin On Broadway, The Wedding Singer), with a book by Tony® Award-winners Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone)
Buddy, a young orphan mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list, and his step-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. Starring Jordan Conway.
NOW That’s What I Call A Musical
Two best friends, one unforgettable reunion!
Friends reunite, drama unfolds and old flames reappear in this brand new British musical comedy!
Celebrating 40 years of iconic and chart-topping compilation albums, this brand new musical comedy has an unbeatable 80s soundtrack and showstopping direction and choreography by Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel Horwood
This fun-filled evening is bursting with some of the greatest hits from the 80s: Gold, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Tainted Love, Hey Mickey, Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves and many more!
Starring award-winning comedy actress and EastEnders star Nina Wadia who will be joined on-stage by special guest and pop icon, Sonia – performing one of her smash hits, Better The Devil You Know! Ages 6+
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.
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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 song writer 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+
TH E AT R E FO R ALL
We are committed to making our venues accessible for all and regularly schedule performances that are tailored to ensure everyone can enjoy the magic of live theatre.
Audio Described
SIX Wed 25 Sep 6pm
101 Dalmatians the Musical Wed 2 Oct 7pm
Chicago Sat 19 Oct 2.30pm
Come From Away Wed 27 Nov 7.30pm
Peter Pan Wed 18 Dec 7pm
Dear Evan Hansen Thu 30 Jan 2025 7.30pm
Only Fools and Horses The Musical
Tue 25 Mar 2025 7.30pm
& Juliet Thu 10 Apr 2025 7.30pm
War Horse Thu 1 May 2025 7.30pm
BSL Interpreted
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.
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SIX Thu 26 Sep 8pm
101 Dalmatians the Musical Fri 4 Oct 7pm
Chicago Thu 17 Oct 7.30pm
Come From Away Thu 28 Nov 7.30pm
Peter Pan Thu 19 Dec 7pm
Dear Evan Hansen Wed 29 Jan 2025 7.30pm
Only Fools and Horses The Musical Wed 26 Mar 2025 7.30pm
& Juliet Tue 8 Apr 2025 7.30pm
War Horse Tue 29 Apr 2025 7.30pm
Relaxed
Peter Pan Thu 19 Dec 1pm
Come From Away
7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town.
A Remarkable True Story.
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+
Clive Davis,
‘One of the best musicals of the century.’ –
The Times
LEARN. CREATE. PERFORM. ENJOY.
Creative Learning provides enriching and unforgettable opportunities for everyone to engage with live entertainment.
The Milton Keynes Theatre Creative Learning Programme unlocks the world of live entertainment, bringing it to the hearts of our local communities and schools.
If you would like any more information or have any access requirements, then please email: mkcreativelearning@atgentertainment.com
Youth Theatre
Our weekly drama classes, held in the studio at Milton Keynes Theatre, are designed to develop children and young people's key drama skills and technique; whilst also building confidence, public speaking and teamwork skills.
Monday Evenings
Prologue 4.30pm – 5.15pm
School years R – 1 | £88 for the term
Tuesday Evenings
Act 1 4.30pm – 5.30pm
School years 2 – 4 | £93.50 for the term
Act 2 5.45pm – 7pm
School years 5 – 8 | £99 for the term
MKT Young Company
Join the MKT Young Company and gain experience in staging two productions from initial concept through to final curtain. Working alongside industry professionals, young people can take on performing or backstage roles, to gain real experience of life within a theatre company.
Wednesdays 6pm – 8pm
School year 9 – Age 18 years
£340 (for 7 month project, or payments of £85 in Sep, Nov, Jan & Mar)
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. Includes a craft activity, and a cuppa for the adults!
Fri 6 Sep, Fri 4 Oct, Fri 1 Nov & Fri 6 Dec 10.15am & 11.15am
Under 5s | £8 per child (Incl. one adult)
Musical Theatre Masterclasses
Masterclasses at Milton Keynes Theatre are 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 explore themes of much-loved shows, getting creative with choreography and belting your hearts out to your favourite musical theatre tunes!
Sat 28 Sep Inspired by SIX 10am – 1pm | Ages 11 – 14 years 2pm – 5pm | Ages 15 – 18 years
Sat 19 Oct Inspired by Matilda 10am – 1pm | Ages 5 – 11 years
Sat 16 Nov Inspired by Frozen 10am – 1pm | Ages 5 – 11 years
Sat 16 Nov Inspired by Dear Evan Hansen 2pm – 5pm | Ages 12 – 18 years
£25 per person
Make-up Masterclasses
Work with a professional make-up artist to learn insider tips and tricks to create terrifying stage-ready looks!
Halloween Character Make-up
Sat 26 Oct 10am – 1pm
Halloween SFX Make-up
Sat 26 Oct 2pm – 5pm
Ages 11+ (Incl. adults) | £30 per person
Musical Theatre Fun Days
Does your child love singing and dancing?
Join us for some musical theatre fun, filled with games and skill development activities.
Mon 28 & Tue 29 Oct 10am – 4pm (Daily)
Ages 5 – 11 years | £35 per day, two days for £60
Halloween Fun Days
This half term, join us for one of our spooktacular fun days! From games and crafts, to singing and dancing, we’ll banish those ghouls with our frightening treats!
Wed 30 & Thu 31 Oct 10am – 4pm (Daily)
Ages 5 – 11 years | £35 per day, two days for £60
Milton Keynes Theatre Voices
Learn to sing the favourites from film and musical theatre, new and old, in our new weekly choir. Launching in September, you can learn to sing in harmony, make new friends and develop your skills and confidence – followed by a cuppa! Thursdays (from 5 Sep) 10.30am – 12.30pm
Ages 18+ | £7 per week
Theatre Tours
Join us for an insight into a working theatre on one of our informative tours. Explore the unseen areas of your local venue and hear stories and anecdotes about Milton Keynes Theatre!
Sat 14 Sep & Sat 23 Nov 10am
Ages 8+ | £10 per person
Pantomime Masterclass
Delve into the art of pantomime – there’s a reason it’s still such a well-loved theatre tradition! Will you take on the comedy fool or leading role, or hone your evil laugh to portray a villainous panto baddie? Develop your acting and performance skills in this three-hour Masterclass, led by members of the Creative Learning team.
Sun 8 Dec £25 per person
10am – 1pm | Ages 5 – 11 years 2pm – 5pm | Ages 12 – 18 years
Storytime at MKT: Panto Special
We’re already in the panto spirit here in MK! Join us for this special edition of Storytime, exploring the much-loved story of Peter Pan through an interactive storytelling session. Take part in crafts, songs and games – and a cuppa for the adults!
Fri 13 Dec 10.15am & 11.15am
Under 5s | £10 per child (Incl. one adult)
For the most up-to-date listings of our Creative Learning activity, please visit atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes /MiltonKeynesTheatreCreativeLearning @mktcreativelearning
Peter Pan
Join Peter Pan and the characters you know and love this Christmas for a high-flying swashbuckling adventure.
Starring the Strictly sensational Craig Revel Horwood as Captain Hook, comedian and ventriloquist Max Fulham as Smee and West End star Ross Carpenter as Peter Pan.
With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, Peter Pan will take your whole family on a magical trip to Neverland like never before!
Be part of the panto magic –hook your tickets today!
Quotes from last year’s pantomime…
‘We had an absolute blast.’ – Destination MK
‘I could do with this every night, I laughed so much my face hurt.’ – Northampton Chronicle
Tickets from £13
A ATG+ Membership Offer – £7.50 off
G Groups 10+ Offer – £7 off per ticket Groups 40+ Offer – £10 off per ticket
PG Peak Groups 10+ Offer – £6 off per ticket
S School & Uniformed Groups 10+ Best offer –£12 per ticket (Upper Circle), plus 1 free teacher/leader ticket for every 10 purchased. Add an ice cream for £2.75 per person.
U Under 16s Offer – £7.50 off
O Over 60s Offer – £5 off
Dear Evan Hansen
Today is going to be a good day. And here’s why…
Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in. The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth…
Packed with some of the biggest musical theatre songs of the last decade, Dear Evan Hansen has a score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Oscar-winning composers for The Greatest Showman), book by Steven Levenson and more awards than can be listed here. Well OK, we’ll mention a few: Tony® Award for Best Musical, Olivier Award for Best New Musical, Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Score… no big deal but the list goes on!
With direction by Adam Penford (Artistic Director at Nottingham Playhouse), this brand new production marks the first time that the Broadway and West End phenomenon will tour the UK and Ireland.
ATG Productions presents the Nottingham Playhouse Production Presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International Ages 12+
‘The musical of its generation, for all generations.’ – BBC Radio 2
‘Theatrical magic. One of the most remarkable shows in musical theatre history.’ – Washington Post
‘A true original. Theatrical lightning.’
– International New York Times G10+ | |
Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker in Havana
Fri 17 & Sat 18 Jan 2025
A Cuban take on the favourite festive classic, Carlos Acosta’s brand new production Nutcracker in Havana explodes onto the Milton Keynes Theatre stage, featuring new choreography by Carlos Acosta CBE performed by more than 20 dancers from his Cuban company, Acosta Danza
Set to an exuberant Cuban version of the magnificent Tchaikovsky score, the timeless story is brought to life with ballet at its core, enriched with Acosta Danza’s unique style and with Cuban dance traditions beautifully woven throughout the much-loved and joyful family tale.
Horrible Histories
Thu 6 – Sun 9 Feb 2025
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Horrible Histories is back on-stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these two astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill all the family, as historical figures come alive and hover at your fingertips!
Terrible Tudors
From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors!
Awful Egyptians
From the fascinating pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt! Ages 5+
The Rocky Horror Show
Mon 10 – Sat 15 Feb 2025
Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show comes to Milton Keynes as part of a new world tour.
Directed by Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror Show features timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Dammit Janet and, of course, the pelvic-thrusting, showstopping Time Warp
Ages 12+
‘Fierce and fabulous fun!’ – Daily Express
‘Still the sexiest & funniest show in town.’ –Evening Standard
Ghost Stories
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Tue 18 – Sat 22 Feb 2025
When Professor Goodman, arch-sceptic out to debunk the paranormal, embarks on an investigation of three apparent hauntings, Goodman finds himself at the outer limits of rationality, and fast running out of explanations. Enter a world full of thrilling twists and epic turns, where the ultimate love letter to horror is imagined live on-stage. A fully sensory and electrifying encounter, Ghost Stories is one of London’s best reviewed plays of all time and will keep you on the edge of your seat. This is a theatrical experience like no other.
Are you brave enough to book? Ages 15+
‘I had to sleep with the lights on.’ – Metro
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Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express
Tue 25 Feb – Sat 1 Mar 2025
Murder on the Orient Express is one of Agatha Christie’s greatest literary achievements, with a final twist that is amongst her very best. Gripping, tense and masterfully cryptic, this brand new production is a deliciously thrilling ride and an ingenious murder mystery, guaranteed to keep you guessing until the end of the line.
Following a sell out tour of the bestselling crime novel of all time, And Then There Were None, Fiery Angel and Lucy Bailey (Director of West End Witness For The Prosecution) will bring Ken Ludwig’s adaptation of another Agatha Christie classic to the stage in 2025. Ages 12+
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Dance Consortium presents Eun-Me Ahn Dance Company Dragons
Whilst dragons are feared in the West, in Asia, they represent lightness, joy and optimism.
South Korean choreographer Eun-Me Ahn presents a joyful riot of dance, music and non-stop movement that brings together a mix of dance styles from across Asia.
Colourful projections combine with an evocative soundtrack blending contemporary pop with a traditional score.
Eun-Me Ahn is one of the most important artists in South Korea. Her dance company has performed at 11 major international festivals, including the 2002 FIFA World Cup in South Korea.
‘A riot of colour and a real feast for the senses.’
– Seeing Dance ‘Visually thrilling.’ – Culture Whisper
Kinky Boots The Musical
The Broadway and West End phenomenon, Kinky Boots The Musical, is back in a brand new production starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Johannes Radebe and rising star Dan Partridge.
This joy-filled sensation, based on a true story and hit movie, is directed by Nikolai Foster (Grease).
After inheriting his family’s failing shoe factory and with a relationship on the rocks, life is proving to be very challenging for Charlie Price. That is until he meets Lola, a drag queen whose sparkle and unsteady heels might just hold the answer to saving the struggling business.
Guaranteed to Raise You Up and celebrate everybody’s individuality!
Johannes Radebe will not be performing in the midweek matinees.
Book by Harvey Fierstein, Music and Lyrics by Cyndi Lauper
‘Kinky Boots is one of the things I’m proudest of in my career, and I’m so excited that audiences will get to see it again, in a new production.’ – Cyndi Lauper
Photo by Oliver Rosser .
Only Fools and Horses
The Musical
Mon 17 – Sat 29 Mar 2025
The smash hit show Only Fools and Horses
The Musical – direct from a record-breaking, four-year, sold-out run in London’s West End –featuring Del Boy, Rodney, Grandad, Cassandra, Raquel, Boycie, Marlene, Trigger, Denzil and Mickey Pearce.
Based on John Sullivan’s legendary television show, this critically-acclaimed, homegrown musical spectacular features cherished material from Britain’s best loved TV series. With a script and original score written by John’s son, Jim Sullivan and comedy giant Paul Whitehouse.
Ages 6+
& Juliet
Mon 31 Mar – Sat 12 Apr 2025
Currently breaking box office records on Broadway and following a phenomenal award-winning run in London’s West End, & Juliet is heading to Milton Keynes. Fabulously fresh and riotously funny, & Juliet will have audiences roaring for more!
From the writer of multi award-winning Schitt’s Creek, Juliet’s new story explodes into life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including Britney Spears’ …Baby One More Time, Katy Perry’s Roar and many more chart-toppers – all from pop music’s no.1 hitmaker Max Martin and his collaborators.
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake
Matthew Bourne’s audacious, rule-breaking reinvention of Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece caused a sensation when it premiered almost 30 years ago.
It has now become the most successful dance theatre production of all time, creating new audiences and inspiring generations of young dancers. In celebration of that ongoing impact, Swan Lake will take flight once more in a major new revival for the next generation of dancers, and for audiences who will experience it for the very first time.
Thrilling, bold, witty and emotive, this genre-defining event is still best known for replacing the female corps-deballet with a menacing male ensemble, which shattered convention, turning tradition on its head.
★★★★★ ‘The show that changed the dance landscape forever.’ – The Observer ★★★★★ – Evening Standard
Tue 22 Apr – Sat 3 May 2025
War Horse
The National Theatre’s acclaimed production of War Horse returns to Milton Keynes in an all-new UK & Ireland tour.
Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford, and directed by Tom Morris, this powerfully moving and imaginative drama takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from rural Devon to the trenches of First World War France.
At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, who bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on-stage.
Ages 10+
‘A triumph of theatricality.’ – The Observer ★★★★★ ‘An entertainment phenomenon.’
– The Daily Telegraph
West End cast.
Photo by Brinkhoff/Mögenburg .
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TICKETS TO SEE BACK TO THE FUTURE THE MUSICAL AND AN OVERNIGHT STAY
Enter our prize draw to be in with a chance to win a pair of tickets to Back to the Future The Musical at the Adelphi Theatre in London, plus a one night hotel stay at a Clermont Hotel Group venue. To enter simply sign up to hear from Milton Keynes Theatre, LOVEtheatre and ATG Tickets by scanning the QR code below or visiting bit.ly/LOVEtheatreWinBTTF
Open to all UK residents (excluding Northern Ireland) aged 18 years or over Prize draw closes on 8th September 2024. The prize is two tickets to see Back to the Future: The Musical in London, on selected dates until 14th November 2024, plus a one night stay at The Clermont London, Charing Cross. The winner will be selected and notified within seven days following competition closing. Tickets are valid for Monday – Thursday performances only and excludes all school holidays. All tickets and hotel rooms are subject to availability. Please visit bit.ly/LOVEtheatreWinBTTF to view the full terms online
Picture You Dead
Having recently received the prestigious acclaim of being Her Majesty the Queen’s favourite literary Detective, Superintendent Roy Grace is back, for the seventh Peter James stage adaptation, with the best-selling Picture You Dead
Back home in Brighton, DSI Grace investigates a cold case that leads him to the rarified air of fine art, but beneath the respectable veneer lurks a dark underworld of greed, deception and murder.
When one unsuspecting couple unearth a potentially long-lost masterpiece, they discover that their dream find is about to turn into their worst nightmare and only Grace can stop them from paying the ultimate price.
With a total of 20 Sunday Times bestsellers to his name, as well as the acclaimed ITV series, Grace, this latest thrilling stage adaption cements Peter James’ Grace series as the most successful modern day crime stage franchise since Agatha Christie.
Ages 13+
The Drifters
The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including Saturday Night at the Movies, You’re More Than A Number, Come On Over to My Place, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin’ In The Back Row and many more!
Fern Brady I Gave You Milk To Drink
Mon 16 Sep
Scotland’s queen of comedy, Fern Brady (Taskmaster, Live at the Apollo, The Russell Howard Hour, Last Leg), is back on tour with a brand new show. Author of the bestselling memoir, Strong Female Character. Ages 16+
Ben Elton Authentic Stupidity
Following the huge success of Ben Elton’s critically-acclaimed, sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to live comedy after a 15-year hiatus, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road with his new show – Authentic Stupidity. Ages 16+
The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight
Wed 18 Sep
Featuring an incredible cast of West End singers and a spectacular live band, join us for a ‘landslide’ concert, jam-packed with Fleetwood Mac hits, as you have never heard them before, by candlelight!
A Yaw Asiamah Double Bill
Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Mad, Bad and Dangerous
Sun 22 Sep Thu 19 Sep
Poet and playwright Yaw Asiamah presents a double bill, featuring the delicate story of love, duty and fatherhood Tour of Duty, and the heartwarming musical theatre Ladies Who Do Pizza
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley
He’s broken countless world records, from poleto-pole circumnavigation, conquering the Arctic and Antarctica on foot and the oldest Briton to summit Everest. Join the world’s greatest living explorer and hear his untold tales. Ages 14+
MANIA The ABBA Tribute
Sun 27 Oct Sun 29 Sep
When you think reggae, there is only one name that comes to mind. An unforgettable evening combines Marley’s superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship as a supremely talented cast recreate Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love, Three Little Birds and more.
Direct from London’s West End, MANIA is accepted as the world’s number one ABBA tribute production. Dig out those platforms, dust down those flares, and enjoy all your favourite hits including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All and Super Trouper Ages 5+
Fourteen Sky Bar & Restaurant
Four Hundred, Marlborough Gate
Milton Keynes MK9 3FP
Fourteen is a destination Sky Bar and Restaurant located elegantly on top of the stunning Hotel LaTour, a short walk from MK Theatre. Offering seasonal British sourced produce to bring you sumptuous food and beverage options to enjoy in opulent surroundings. Fourteen is MK’s premier spot to dine, drink and delight in breathtaking views. We look forward to welcoming you!
Facilities Management Solutions
Facilities Management Solutions is the answer to all your commercial building’s requirements. By providing one single point of contact, we save you the time and energy required to find a specialist for every individual job. Plus, thanks to our full project management, we ensure that the process is completely stress-free. Just tell us what you need, and we’ll handle everything.
Hotel LaTour
Four Hundred, Marlborough Gate
Milton Keynes MK9 3FP
Hotel LaTour is a 4-star plus hotel located opposite MK Theatre. Offering exceptional hospitality and luxury accommodation, with floor to ceiling windows boasting views across central Milton Keynes or Campbell Park, it is the ideal place to relax and get yourself ready for a night at the theatre.
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September
David Essex
Hairspray The Musical
Sarah Millican: Late Bloomer
Heathers the Musical
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)
Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity Sun 15 Sep 7.30pm
Fern Brady: I Gave You Milk To Drink Mon 16 Sep 7.30pm
Tim Peake: Astronauts – The Quest to Explore Space Tue 17 Sep 7.30pm
The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight Wed 18 Sep 7.30pm
A Yaw Asiamah Double Bill Thu 19 Sep 7.30pm
Qudus Onikeku: Re:INCARNATION Sat 21 Sep 7.30pm
Sir Ranulph Fiennes: Mad, Bad and Dangerous Sun 22 Sep 7.30pm
SIX
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
Legend: The Music of Bob Marley Sun 29 Sep 7.30pm
October 101 Dalmatians the Musical
Tue 1 – Sat 5 Oct 7pm, 2pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Wed 2 Oct 5.30pm, Wed 2 Oct 7pm, Fri 4 Oct 7pm
Chicago Sat 12 – Sat 19 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat 19 Oct) Thu 17 Oct 7.30pm, Sat 19 Oct 2.30pm
Jane McDonald Sun 20 Oct 7.30pm
An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical Mon 21 – Sat 26 Oct 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
MANIA: The ABBA Tribute Sun 27 Oct 7.30pm
The Australian Pink Floyd Mon 28 Oct 7pm (Doors)
Steve Backshall: Ocean Tue 29 Oct 2pm
David Walliams – Awful Auntie
Thu 31 Oct – Sat 2 Nov 3pm, 11am (Thu), 7pm (Fri & Sat)
November Paddy McGuinness: Nearly There... Sun 3 Nov 7.45pm
Elf The Musical
NOW That’s What I Call A Musical
Wed 6 – Sun 10 Nov 7pm (Wed – Sat), 2.30pm (Wed & Sat), 1pm (Sun)
Tue 12 – Sat 16 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Here You Come Again – The New Dolly Parton Musical Tue 19 – Sat 23 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Come From Away
December Peter Pan
January 2025 Whitney: Queen Of The Night
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
Tue 26 – Sat 30 Nov 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Wed 27 Nov 5.30pm, Wed 27 Nov 7.30pm, Thu 28 Nov 7.30pm, Fri 29 Nov 7.30pm
Fri 6 Dec – Sun 5 Jan 2025 See website for details.
Tue 17 Dec 7pm, Wed 18 Dec 5.30pm, Wed 18 Dec 7pm, Thu 19 Dec 1pm, Thu 19 Dec 7pm
Tue 14 Jan 7.30pm
Wed 15 Jan 7pm & 9.30pm
Carlos Acosta’s Nutcracker in Havana Fri 17 & Sat 18 Jan 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Sat)
Dear Evan Hansen
February Giovanni: The Last Dance
Tue 28 Jan – Sat 1 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Wed 29 Jan 7.30pm, Thu 30 Jan 6pm, Thu 30 Jan 7.30pm
Mon 3 Feb 7.30pm
Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors Thu 6 – Sat 8 Feb 1.30pm (Thu), 6.30pm (Fri), 2.30pm (Sat)
Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians Thu 6 – Sun 9 Feb 6.30pm (Thu & Sat), 10.30am (Fri), 11am (Sun)
The Rocky Horror Show
Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman
Ghost Stories
Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express
March The Illegal Eagles
Anton Du Beke: At the Musicals
Eun-Me Ahn: Dragons
Mon 10 – Sat 15 Feb 8pm (Mon – Thu), 5.30pm & 8.30pm (Fri & Sat)
Mon 17 Feb 7pm
Tue 18 – Sat 22 Feb 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Tue 25 Feb – Sat 1 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)
Sun 2 Mar 7.30pm
Mon 3 Mar 7.30pm
Fri 7 & Sat 8 Mar 7.30pm
Jack Dee: Small World Sun 9 Mar 8pm
Kinky Boots The Musical
Only Fools and Horses The Musical
Tue 11 – Sat 15 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat)
Mon 17 – Sat 29 Mar 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Tue 25 Mar 6pm, Tue 25 Mar 7.30pm, Wed 26 Mar 7.30pm & Juliet
Mon 31 Mar – Sat 12 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Tue 8 Apr 7.30pm, Thu 10 Apr 6pm, Thu 10 Apr 7.30pm
April
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake
War Horse
Tue 15 – Sat 19 Apr 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Thu & Sat)
Tue 22 Apr – Sat 3 May 7.30pm, 2.30pm (Wed & Sat)
Tue 29 Apr 7.30pm, Thu 1 May 6pm, Thu 1 May 7.30pm
Audio Described BSL Interpreted Captioned Relaxed Touch Tour
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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. 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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