New Alexandra Theatre: Summer 2016 Brochure

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WELCOME AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP LTD Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) is the world’s number one live-theatre company with 45 venues in Britain, the US and Australia. ATG is among the most prolific and internationally recognised award-winning theatre producers in the world with co-productions in the UK, New York, across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. ATG is the market leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets, LOVETheatre and Group Line. ATG’s portfolio of West End theatres includes the Apollo Victoria, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Harold Pinter, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy and Trafalgar Studios 1 and 2. In the US, ATG owns The Lyric Theatre and the Hudson Theatre on Broadway and ACE Theatrical Group (ACE), and in Australia ATG is leaseholder of and manages the Theatre Royal, Sydney, ATG’s first theatre in the Asia Pacific region. ATG has regional theatres in Aylesbury, Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Edinburgh, Folkestone, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Oxford, Richmond, Southport, Stoke-on-Trent, Sunderland, Torquay, Wimbledon, Woking and York. ATG currently has offices in London, New York, Sydney, Mannheim and Cologne.

Current and recent ATG co-productions include The End of Longing, The Maids, The Ruling Class, Oresteia, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, East is East, Richard III, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Jersey Boys, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Inala, Love Me Tender, Macbeth, The Hothouse, Passion Play, Posh, Jumpy and Constellations (Royal Court at the Duke of York’s), Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical, Legally Blonde the Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, The Rocky Horror Show, South Pacific, All New People, Ghost the Musical, Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!, Being Shakespeare, The Misanthrope, West Side Story, Elling and Guys and Dolls. ATG has various production company initiatives/partnerships including Jerry Mitchell Productions, Theatre Royal Brighton Productions and Jamie Lloyd Productions. ATG also owns family entertainment and pantomime company, First Family Entertainment (FFE). ATG has a group partner company Sonia Friedman Productions (SFP), a West End and Broadway production company responsible for some of the most successful theatre productions in London and on Broadway in recent years.

ATG is the majority shareholder of BB Group, a leading producer and promoter of premium live entertainment in Europe with a particular strength in touring musicals and dance productions throughout Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Welcome to your Summer 2016 brochure from the New Alexandra Theatre. A fresh, vibrant and exciting season of World Class Theatre awaits you.

Our reputation for presenting some of the finest shows from the West End and beyond continues well into 2016. Direct from a critically acclaimed London run, the award-winning musical American Idiot returns to Birmingham starring X-Factor finalist Amelia Lily and double platinum-selling artist Newton Faulkner.

Every summer the New Alexandra opens its doors to our local young people to show that the West Midlands most definitely has World Class upcoming talent in our very own annual Stage Experience production. This year over 120 local young people will be donning their leather jackets and hand-jiving in the unforgettable classic musical Grease! For your chance to take part in this full scale production onstage or behind the scenes visit atgtickets.com/birminghamstageexperience. Each year I am astounded by the finished result with our cast truly deserving every second of each standing ovation. Be sure to book early for this annual treat as tickets are already selling fast.

We’re thrilled to announce that the smash-hit musical Sunny Afternoon - based on the story of one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks - makes its Birmingham debut here this September.

Meanwhile, Alexandra Burke heads up the cast in a brand new production of Sister Act; and not one but two cult film classics are re-imagined for the stage as Little Shop of Horrors and Ghost tour into the New Alex in the same month.

This Christmas, the multi-award winning musical Chicago is set to razzle dazzle Birmingham with exciting star-casting to be announced. We are already looking ahead to 2017 when the greatest celebration of soul, The Commitments, lifts the roof of the theatre! Prepare to have the time of your lives as Dirty Dancing returns to Birmingham for 1 week only!

In April we will be unveiling Ordertorium - our brand new in-seat drinks service available pre-show and during the interval. Simply download the ATG App*, place your order, choose from either cash or card payment, and your drinks and snacks will be delivered directly to your seat.

With a fantastic year ahead and something for everyone, I look forward to welcoming you back to the New Alexandra Theatre very soon.

Andrew Lister General Manager *The ATG app is available for download from the App Store and Google Play store.

DIARY APRIL

THAT'LL BE THE DAY

JOE LONGTHORNE

MON 4 - SAT 9 APR

BOBBY DAVRO

SUNNY AFTERNOON

GRUMPY OLD WOMEN

SISTER ACT

BARRY STEELE & FRIENDS THE ORBISON STORY

GHOST THE MUSICAL

REHEARSAL FOR MURDER THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS WED 13 APR

MERCURY - THE ULTIMATE QUEEN TRIBUTE THU 14 APR

IRELAND'S CALL FRI 15 APR

KEN DODD - HAPPINESS SHOW SAT 16 APR

BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S MON 18 - SAT 23 APR

TELL ME ON A SUNDAY SUN 24 APR

KEITH BARRY - BRAIN HACKER MON 25 APR

MENOPAUSE - THE MUSICAL TUE 26 APR

JULIAN CLARY - THE JOY OF MINCING WED 27 APR

WED 8 JUN THU 9 JUN FRI 10 JUN

SAT 11 JUN

BMOS PRESENTS CALAMITY JANE TUE 14 - SAT 18 JUN

SAMANTHA BARKS MON 20 JUN

JANE MCDONALD SUN 9 OCT

MON 4 - SAT 9 JUL

A VISION OF ELVIS

JOE LYCETT - THAT’S THE WAY, A-HA A-HA, JOE LYCETT LEGEND OF A BAND

SAT 30 APR

THU 14 JUL

MAY

LA VOCE

MON 2 - SAT 7 MAY

PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS

TUE 10 - SAT 14 MAY

OCTOBER

WHITNEY QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

FOOTLOOSE

SHOWADDYWADDY

AMERICAN IDIOT

TUE 27 SEP - SAT 1 OCT

JULY

CHAPLIN - THE CHARLIE CHAPLIN STORY

SUN 8 MAY

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

ROSS NOBLE - BRAIN DUMP

TUE 28 JUN - SAT 2 JUL

WED 13 JUL

WOODY SEZ - THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF WOODY GUTHRIE

MON 19 - SAT 24 SEP

GANGSTA GRANNY

THE CARPENTERS STORY

BAD JEWS

MON 12 - SAT 17 SEP

ROCKY HORROR SHOW

TUE 21 - SAT 25 JUN

SUN 10 JUL

FRI 29 APR

TUE 6 - SAT 10 SEP

END OF THE RAINBOW

THE ILLEGAL EAGLES THU 28 APR

SAT 3 SEP

FRI 15 JUL SAT 16 JUL

THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT TUE 19 - SAT 23 JUL

MOTOWN'S GREATEST HITS HOW SWEET IT IS

MON 10 - SAT 15 OCT MON 17 & TUE 18 OCT WED 19 OCT FRI 21 OCT

LA BOHÈME

SAT 22 OCT

CHAS & DAVE SUN 30 OCT

THE MOUSETRAP

MON 31 OCT - SAT 5 NOV

NOVEMBER

THE SOLID GOLD ROCK’N’ROLL SHOW SUN 20 NOV

GEORGE'S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE TUE 22 NOV - SAT 3 DEC

DECEMBER CHICAGO

FROM MON 12 DEC

FRANKLY SINATRA

SUN 24 JUL

FEBRUARY

MON 6 - SAT 11 FEB

SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME

AUGUST

GREASE STAGE EXPERIENCE 2016

SUN 15 MAY

MON 16 - SAT 21 MAY

WED 17 - SAT 20 AUG

JACKIE THE MUSICAL

THE GLENN MILLER STORY

TUE 24 - SAT 28 MAY

TUE 23 - SAT 27 AUG

KEITH SHEBADA IN BANGARANG

SEPTEMBER

JUNE

THU 1 SEP

SUN 29 MAY

TOM - A STORY OF TOM JONES THE MUSICAL WED 1 - SAT 4 JUN

THE DREAMBOYS THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY FRI 2 SEP

WONDERLAND

MARCH

THE SENSATIONAL ‘60s EXPERIENCE FRI 3 MAR

AIDA

SAT 4 MAR

THE COMMITMENTS

MON 13 - SAT 18 MAR

FOLLOWING TEN YEARS OF THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY A NEW CHAPTER- FROM THE WRITERS OF MURDER,SHE WROTE

THE CLASSIC THRILLER THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

ROBERT DAWS AMY ROBBINS ROBERT DUNCAN SUSAN PENHALIGON STEVEN PINDER LUCY DIXON AND

DIRECTED BY ROY MARSDEN Following the phenomenal decade-long success of The Agatha Christie Theatre Company, which sold over two million tickets and continually played to packed houses around the UK, Bill Kenwright presents a new production from the pen of the legendary award-winning writing team Levinson and Link, whose work includes the mystery series Murder, She Wrote and Columbo.

The star cast includes leading stage and TV actor Robert Daws, best known for The Royal and Outside Edge, and his wife and co-star from The Royal, Amy Robbins, who also starred in Blood Brothers in the West End; and from the record breaking Agatha Christie Theatre Company, Robert Duncan, best known for Drop the Dead Donkey, Susan Penhaligon who starred in the gripping drama Bouquet of Barbed Wire and Ben Nealon from ITV’s award winning Soldier Soldier. Joining them are Steven Pinder from Brookside and Lucy Dixon from Waterloo Road.

Playwright Alex Dennison is left heartbroken when his fiancée and leading lady Monica Welles is found dead from an apparent suicide. On the anniversary of that ill-fated night, Alex assembles the same cast and crew in the same theatre, for a reading of his new play. But as the reading begins, it becomes clear that Alex believes that Monica was murdered and he intends to uncover her killer.

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BEN NEALON ‘KEEPS YOU ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT’ THE ADVERTISER

MON 4 - SAT 9 APR Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm OVER 60S MIDWEEK MATINEE £17.50 (A & B) (£20.40 online/phone) C G S Details page 39 TICKETS FROM £15 £16.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £4 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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Colin Ingram and Peter Kane present a Curve Theatre Leicester Production

Adapted by

Richard Greenberg Directed by Nikolai Foster Designer Matthew Wright Music Grant Olding Breakfast at Tiffany’s, the classic tale of Holly Golightly written

by Truman Capote and so memorably portrayed by Audrey Hepburn in the iconic 1961 film, is being given a new lease of life as a stage play with music in a sparkling, sophisticated production starring the multi award-winning Pixie Lott as Holly.

Adapted by Pulitzer Prize finalist and Tony and Olivier Awardwinning playwright Richard Greenberg and directed by Nikolai Foster, this tale of vivacious, good-time girl Holly Golightly and her fantastical existence in 1940s New York City, is told through the eyes of a young writer named Fred, played by Matt Barber (Downton Abbey), who is completely fascinated by this exquisite extrovert who every woman wants to be, and every man wants to be with.

With memorable songs from the era, this stylish production is set to capture the hearts of audiences and sparkle like a diamond in a Tiffany’s window.

Photograph by Uli Weber

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THE WEST END HIT COMES TO BIRMINGHAM

MON 2 - SAT 7 MAY Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm Bad Jews enjoyed its UK premiere in Bath as part of the Summer Season 2014, where it opened to a raft of superlative reviews.

This ‘BLISTERINGLY FUNNY PLAY’ (SUNDAY TIMES) then transferred to London’s St James Theatre where it became the best-selling play in the theatre’s history, followed by an extended run at the West End’s Arts Theatre where the packed houses and rave reviews continued. Don’t miss the chance to experience a night like no other.

A beloved grandfather has died and a treasured family heirloom with religious significance is up for grabs. But who is most deserving of it? Bossy, overbearing, fanatically religious Daphna? Her wealthy cousin Liam, who’s just returned from skiing with his non-Jewish girlfriend Melody? Or Jonah, his brother, who would prefer not to get involved in the fight?

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A Manhattan apartment becomes the setting for a viciously hilarious brawl over family, faith and legacy as the contenders set at each other’s throats on the night after the funeral.

MIDWEEK MATINEE OFFER £22 (A) (£24.90 online/phone) £20 (B) (£22.90 online/phone) C G S Details page 39 TICKETS FROM £12.50 £14.40 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £4 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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DIRECT FROM A SMASH-HIT SEASON IN THE HEART OF LONDON’S WEST END

STARRING

GREEN DAY Lyrics by BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG BILLIE JOE ARMSTRONG and MICHAEL MAYER Directed & Choreographed by RACKY PLEWS Designed by SARA PERKS Music by

Book by

THE TIMES

Presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of New York

American Idiot is coming to Birmingham with Double Platinum-selling artist Newton Faulkner playing the role of Johnny. He will join X-Factor finalist Amelia Lily in Green Day’s explosive award-winning Broadway musical alongside Alexis Gerred, Llandyll Gove, Lucas Rush and Steve Rushton who will all be reprising their critically-acclaimed roles.

Winner of two Tony Awards® and the 2010 Grammy Award-winner for Best Musical Show Album, American Idiot is the story of three boyhood friends, each searching for meaning in a post 9/11 world. The show features the music of Green Day with the lyrics of its lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong and book by Billie Joe Armstrong and Michael Mayer.

US rock band Green Day released their American Idiot album back in 2004. Inspired by epic rock operas such as Jesus Christ Superstar and The Who’s Tommy, the album soon went multi-platinum, selling over 15m copies to date and winning a Grammy for Best Rock Album.

This thrilling new musical has had Green Day fans in rapture and introduced a generation of theatregoers to their powerful and moving musical style.

FOLLOW THE SHOW @UKAMERICANIDIOT Quotes and production images from 2015 London production. Photos by Darren Bell and Johan Persson

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THE GREATEST SUMMER HOLIDAY OF THEIR LIVES! BILL KENWRIGHT AND LAURIE MANSFIELD PRESENT

BY LAURENCE MARKS & MAURICE GRAN

BRAND NEW ALBUM OUT NOW 8

From the team that brought you the huge success that is Dreamboats and Petticoats, Save the Last Dance for Me will take you back through the ‘music and magic’ of the early ‘60s, a time when each passing week brought another Rock ‘n’ Roll classic. This nostalgic, feel-good journey will transport you back to music’s golden era as we follow two teenage sisters through the summer of ’63.

FROM THE TEAM THAT BROUGHT YOU DREAMBOATS & PETTICOATS ‘A SHOW THAT HITS ALL THE RIGHT NOTES’ THE ARGUS

‘FULL OF CHARM, NOSTALGIA AND PLENTY OF LAUGHS’ THE HERALD

‘A FEEL-GOOD ‘JUKEBOX’ MUSICAL DELIVERED IN RIP-ROARING STYLE’ THE TELEGRAPH

FEATURING

ANTONY COSTA FROM BLUE

FEATURING THE CLASSIC HITS OF

DOC POMUS & MORT SHUMAN AND MANY MORE

MON 16 - SAT 21 MAY Mon - Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Sat 2.30pm C G S Details page 39 TICKETS FROM £15 £17.90 online/phone For the first time without their parents, the sisters embark on a holiday to the seaside. Full of freedom and high spirits they meet a handsome young American who invites them to a dance at the local U.S. Air Force base. But young love and holiday romance is never as simple as it sounds and the sisters soon realise that while the world around them is still watching itself in black and white, life and love can be much more colourful.

Photos include previous cast

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THE SENSATIONAL NEW MUSICAL PACKED WITH CLASSIC ‘70s HITS Gardyne Theatre and Arden Entertainment in association with DC Thomson & Co Ltd present

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JANET DIBLE

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TUE 24 – SAT 28 MAY Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm

Once there was a time with no mobiles, no online dating and no Facebook, when teenage girls waited with bated breath by the letterbox for their weekly issue of Jackie Magazine.

In Jackie The Musical we revisit those heady days and tell the story of a recent divorcée who seeks advice once more from the pages of her old Jackie annuals. The quizzes, the fashion tips, the ‘do’s and don’ts on a first date’ and above all the Cathy and Claire problem pages are all eagerly devoured by our plucky heroine as she revisits the dizzy world of the teen bible. With her ex and a handsome new guy in tow, the valuable lessons she learnt as a girl begin to influence her future and Jackie discovers the one person in control of her life is her.

Starring Janet Dibley (The Two of Us, EastEnders, Fat Friends), Olivier Award nominee Graham Bickley (Ragtime, Bread) and Nicholas Bailey (EastEnders, The Archers), Jackie The Musical features classic ‘70s hits, played live on stage by a world-class band. Thrill once more to the unmistakable sounds of pop idols Donny Osmond, David Cassidy, Marc Bolan and many more.

This fun and feisty night out is a must see.

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Age guidance 12+ Jackie ® © DC Thomson & Co. Ltd. 2016. Photography by Eric Richmond

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THE BRAND HEADER GOESNEW HERETOM JONES MUSICAL

THEATR NA NÓG PRESENTS A TNN PRODUCTION

Step back in time to the dance halls, working men’s clubs and recording studios of the ‘60s where the legend of Tom Jones was born: a Valleys boy with a heart-stopping voice who dreamed of making the big time, no matter what it took.

This inspirational story of self-belief and determination is performed live on stage by a phenomenal cast of actors and musicians, celebrating an ordinary man with an extraordinary talent who became a superstar on a world stage.

Featuring hits of the era including Ghost Riders In The Sky, Spanish Harlem and Lucille, we track Tom’s climb to stardom.

Ending with some of the hits that made him one of the most charismatic stars of the day: It’s Not Unusual, Delilah, Green, Green Grass Of Home, What’s New Pussycat and more.

‘CLEVER, PACEY, SASSY AND SEXY’ ESSENTIAL MAGAZINE

Age Guidance 12+. Contains strong language.

WED 1 - SAT 4 JUN Wed - Sat 7.30pm Thu & Sat 2.30pm OVER 60s MIDWEEK MATINEE £19.50 (A & B) (£23.40 online or by phone)

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WE OFFER OUR GROUP BOOKERS A HUGE RANGE OF BENEFITS A DEDICATED PHONE LINE AND SALES TEAM BASED AT THE VENUE ■ PRIORITY NOTIFICATION OF NEW SHOWS, WITH AN EXCLUSIVE BOOKING PERIOD ■ INVITES TO LAUNCHES AND PREVIEWS ■ RESERVE NOW, PAY LATER ■ NO BOOKING FEES & COMPLIMENTARY TICKET POSTAGE ■ GROUP SAVINGS ON THE MAJORITY OF SHOWS ■ RESERVATIONS CAN BE EASILY CHANGED ■

‘THE NEW ALEXANDRA HAS A DEDICATED GROUP SALES TEAM WHO ARE EAGER TO HELP AND SUPPLY MANY IDEAS, INFORMATION AND INCENTIVES’ JIM GODSELL, GROUP ORGANISER

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birminghamgroups@ theambassadors.com Shows marked with G throughout the brochure have a groups discount available.

All offers and prices are subject to terms, conditions, availability and can be withdrawn without prior notice.

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BIRMINGHAM’SBMOS BMOSMUSICAL MUSICAL BIRMINGHAM’S THEATRECOMPANY COMPANYPRESENTS PRESENTS THEATRE

Following the critical acclaim of South Pacific and Fiddler on the Roof, Birmingham's very own BMOS Musical Theatre Company returns to the New Alexandra Theatre with the massive musical comedy Calamity Jane.

Follow in the footsteps of Doris Day and Howard Keel, sing-along to the Deadwood Stage, Black Hills Of Dakota and Secret Love and knock your Stetson off at the antics of Calam and her posse of all singin’ all dancin’ cowfolk.

GOOD TIMES ARE GUARANTEED IN DEADWOOD SO GET THOSE TICKETS EARLY, YEEHA! ADAPTED BY RONALD HANMER AND PHIL PARK FROM THE STAGE PLAY BY CHARLES K. FREEMAN AFTER WARNER BROS. FILM WRITTEN BY JAMES O'HANLON LYRICS BY PAUL FRANCIS WEBSTER MUSIC BY SAMMY FAIN THIS AMATEUR PRODUCTION IS PRESENTED BY ARRANGEMENT WITH JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD

★★H★★ GC JEL PRODUCTIONS ON CAROUSEL 2013

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Images from previous BMOS productions

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AWARD-WINNING DRAMA

LISA MAXWELL AS JUDY GARLAND

‘LISA MAXWELL IS SIMPLY STUNNING’ DAILY GAZETTE

BY PETER QUILTER WITH GARY WILMOT AND SAM ATTWATER Join Judy as she makes her explosive London come back at the height of the swinging sixties. This fiercely funny and emotionally charged play finds the once-glittering star sparring with her new fiancé, her devoted accompanist and her own demons.

Filled with Garland’s legendary tenacity, razor-sharp wit and once-in-a-generation voice.

Featuring Garland’s most memorable songs The Man That Got Away, Come Rain Or Come Shine, The Trolley Song and of course Somewhere Over The Rainbow.

End of the Rainbow stars Lisa Maxwell (Loose Women and The Bill), Gary Wilmot (Me and My Girl and Chicago) and Sam Attwater (EastEnders and Dancing on Ice).

★★★★★ ★★★★★ THE TIMES

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SUNDAY EXPRESS

Reviews from previous production.

Contains strong language. Age recommendation 14+ The part of Judy Garland will be played by Ellen Verenieks on the Wednesday matinee.

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BACK BY OVERWHELMING DEMAND!

‘A FANTASTIC SHOW! SUPERB! AND SO MUCH BETTER THAN THE BOOK!’ DAVID WALLIAMS

★★★★

‘THE KIDS LOVED THIS SHOW. EVERY COMIC OPPORTUNITY IS GRASPED’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing staying with Granny! There will be cabbage soup, cabbage pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows one thing for sure - it’s going to be sooooooooo boring! But what Ben doesn’t know is that Granny has a secret and Friday nights are about to get more exciting than he could ever imagine, as he embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with his very own Gangsta Granny!

The acclaimed producers of Horrible Histories are back with this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK’s best-selling author for children.

★★★★

‘A CRACKER OF A SHOW!’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

TUE 28 JUN - SAT 2 JUL Tue - Thu 10am & 1.30pm Fri 10am & 7pm Sat 10.30am, 2.30pm & 7pm CHILDREN Tickets from £16.75 (£18.65 online/phone)

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David Walliams does not appear in this production.

Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2011. Cover lettering of author’s name © Quentin Blake, 2010

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A FRESH, NEW, DYNAMIC PRODUCTION

STARRING AND

GARETH GATES

MAUREEN NOLAN

AS WILLARD

AS VI MOORE

Kick off your Sunday shoes and cut loose as the explosive rock ’n’ roll musical sensation Footloose bursts onto the UK stage in a remastered show sure to get your toes tapping.

Based on the 1980s hit film that took the world by storm, Footloose The Musical sizzles with the same spirit of youth, rebellion and romance.

City boy Ren thinks his life is over when he is forced to move to Bomont, an American rural backwater. But things are far worse than he could have ever imagined, as the town bans dancing. It isn’t long before Ren can’t resist breaking the rules and he’s not alone.

Enjoy the best in UK musical talent, cutting-edge choreography and classic hits including Holding Out For A Hero, Almost Paradise, Let’s Hear It For The Boy and the unforgettable title track, Footloose.

Produced by the award-winning team at Sell A Door Theatre Company, producers of Avenue Q and American Idiot.

Footloose is back and it’s better than ever before!

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*Reviews from previous tour

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‘IT’S A BLAST’ METRO *

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THE GREATEST HITS OF THE ‘40s & ‘50s

AN ALL SINGING, ALL DANCING EXTRAVAGANZA - PURE DELIGHT From the producers of the sell out smash-hit Puttin’ On The Ritz comes a dazzling song and dance extravaganza bringing you a sparkling all singing, all dancing feel-good show featuring the biggest hits of the ‘40s & ‘50s - live on stage.

Special Guest star is the much loved stage and TV personality Ruthie Henshall. Ruthie’s multi-award winning career has seen her star in the most popular West End musicals of the past thirty years including Billy Elliot, Cats, Miss Saigon, Les Misérables and Chicago.

With glorious costumes, sumptuous music and an award-winning cast of singers and dancers, this spectacular show will have you tapping your feet, clapping your hands and singing along.

‘THE AUDIENCE ENJOYED EVERY SECOND OF THIS TOE-TAPPING MUSICAL SPECTACULAR’ USA PRESS

WONDERFUL SONGS, BEAUTIFUL DANCE - A BREATHTAKING SHOW TUE 19 - SAT 23 JUL Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm C G S Details page 39 TICKETS FROM £15 £17.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings carry a transaction fee of £4 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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‘INCREDIBLE RAW TALENT THAT WAS FRANKLY A PLEASURE TO WATCH’ EXPRESS & STAR

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NEW ALEXANDRA THEATRE PRESENTS STAGE EXPERIENCE 2016

BOOK, MUSIC AND LYRICS

JIM JACOBS AND WARREN CASEY

BY

‘THE AUDIENCE WERE BLOWN AWAY

BY THE CALIBRE OF TALENT ON STAGE’ BLACK COUNTRY RADIO*

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‘WHAT A TRIUMPH!’ BIRMINGHAM MAIL*

Grab your leather jackets, throw your mittens around your kittens and away you go! Get ready to hand-jive as the No.1 Greatest Musical Grease is back in town.

It’s time to join the T-Birds and Pink Ladies at Rydell High as Danny and Sandy fall in love all over again. Set to an amazing score of unforgettable hit songs including You’re The One That I Want, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Sandy, Greased Lightnin’ and many more.

Following the phenomenal success of Footloose in 2014 and 42nd Street in 2015, the New Alexandra Theatre’s annual Stage Experience is back and better than ever! Don’t miss this major production featuring the West Midlands’ most talented young performers hungry for a taste of life in professional musical theatre and showing why the future of the theatre business is in extremely safe hands.

This amateur performance of Grease is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 570 Seventh Avenue, Suite 2100, New York, NY 10018. www.theatricalrights.com

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Grease Book, Music, and Lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey. Hopelessly Devoted to You, You’re The One That I Want, Sandy and Grease used by arrangement with Robert Stigwood. *Photos and reviews from previous Stage Experience productions.

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THE LONDON PALLADIUM’S ALL-TIME RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMER BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

BRITAIN’S GREATEST SONG AND DANCE MAN RETURNS IN A WONDERFUL NEW MUSICAL! FEATURING A SPECTACULAR

16 PIECE ORCHESTRA ‘HE REMAINS A VERY GREAT STAR’ DAILY EXPRESS

PLUS SENSATIONAL PERFORMERS & DAZZLING CHOREOGRAPHY PLAYING THE BIG BAND ERA HITS

IN THE MOOD THE VERY THOUGHT OF YOU MOONLIGHT SERENADE TUXEDO JUNCTION CHATTANOOGA CHOO CHOO AND MANY, MANY MORE DIRECTED BY BOB TOMSON CHOREOGRAPHED BY OLIVIER AWARD WINNER BILL DEAMER

It’s been seventy years since Glenn Miller disappeared as he flew to Paris to entertain the troops during WWII. Did he crash?

Was he shot down? Will the mystery ever be solved? Brought to the stage for the first time in a new musical spectacular, is the life, fame and vanishing of America’s most famous big band leader.

Music legend Tommy Steele, Britain’s first rock ‘n’ roll icon who became our greatest ever song and dance man, commands the stage as only a very great star can in this extraordinary tale. Featuring a spectacular 16 piece orchestra plus a full supporting company of sensational performers and dazzling choreography. Tommy’s legendary career boasts countless hit singles, Hollywood movies and award-winning stage musicals such as Half a Sixpence, Hans Andersen and Singin’ in the Rain at the London Palladium, where he was recently honoured with a prestigious plaque celebrating the fact that he remains the theatre’s most successful ever star.

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‘A COLOURFUL AND CONTAGIOUS ROCK MUSICAL THE BEST OF ITS SORT SINCE JERSEY BOYS’ THE TIMES

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THE MULTI AWARD-WINNING HIT MUSICAL DIRECT FROM THE WEST END

Sunny Afternoon tells the captivating tale of how one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks, rose to stardom.

Step into swinging ‘60s Britain and discover how The Kinks found their definitive sound that rocked a nation and influenced generations.

Featuring the iconic hits You Really Got Me, Waterloo Sunset, Dedicated Follower Of Fashion, All Day and All Of The Night, Lola, Sunny Afternoon and many more, this production fizzes with energy, and is a fresh new ‘GREAT BRITISH MUSICAL’ (THE TIMES) that will make your spirits soar.

With music and lyrics by Ray Davies (Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music), a new book by Joe Penhall and direction by Edward Hall, Sunny Afternoon’s faultless musicianship and brilliant songs come together for a moving portrayal of The Kinks’ amazing journey during the youthful, rebellious 1960s.

TWO MIDWEEK MATINEES BOOK EARLY AND SAVE! Production photos by Kevin Cummins from current West End production

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MON 12 - SAT 17 SEP Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm

An all-new production of the Broadway and West End smash-hit musical comedy comes to the New Alexandra Theatre starring Alexandra Burke (X-Factor, The Bodyguard).

Directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood, Sister Act is the feel-amazing musical comedy based on the smash hit movie starring Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie Smith.

Featuring original music by Tony® and eight-time Oscar® winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin and Beauty and the Beast, Newsies, Enchanted), dazzling dance routines and songs inspired by Motown, soul and disco, Sister Act is the funniest and funkiest musical around.

Come and see the habits hit the road again and why this fabulous family friendly show has been seen by more than six million people worldwide.

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Alexandra Burke will not be performing as 'Deloris Van Cartier' on any matinée performances

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THE OSCAR-WINNING LOVE STORY LIVE ON STAGE IN A BRAND NEW PRODUCTION

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Walking back to their apartment one night, Sam and Molly are mugged, leaving Sam murdered on a dark street. Sam is trapped as a ghost between this world and the next and unable to leave Molly who he learns is in grave danger. With the help of a phoney storefront psychic, Oda Mae Brown, Sam tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving and protecting her.

Written by multi Brit-Award winner Dave Stewart and Grammy award-winning Glen Ballard, with a script by Bruce Joel Rubin based on his Oscar winning screenplay, Ghost brings all the romance and magic of the classic story to life with stunning music and illusions.

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A CHARMING, KOOKY AND HILARIOUS 1950S MUSICAL SCI-FI SPOOF FROM THE PRODUCERS OF AVENUE Q EW BRAND N ION PRODUCT 6 FOR 201

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RHYDIAN ROBERTS

Seymour Krelborn, the assistant at Mushnik’s Flower Shop in downtrodden Skid Row, becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers a strange and exotic plant. He names it Audrey II in order to impress glamorous Audrey, the colleague he’s secretly in love with.

Audrey II quickly starts to wilt, putting Seymour’s job and dream future with Audrey at risk. Accidentally pricking his finger, Seymour discovers Audrey II needs a little more than plant food to thrive. The plant grows into a bad-tempered, foul-mouthed carnivore whose voracious appetite becomes increasingly difficult to satisfy. How far will Seymour go for the woman of his dreams?

With music by the legendary Alan Menken, best known for his numerous Walt Disney film scores, Little Shop of Horrors is a cult film and one of the longest running off-Broadway shows of all time.

Sell a Door Theatre Company, producer behind recent Avenue Q, American Idiot and Footloose UK Tours, present a Theatr Clwyd production of the critically acclaimed musical.

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A Theatre Clwyd Production 2015 - Photography by Catherine Ashmore

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OPERA AND BALLET INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS WITH INTERNATIONAL SOLOISTS, A HIGHLY PRAISED CHORUS AND FULL ORCHESTRA

ACCESS PERFORMANCES Please see below our programme of assisted performances.

PUCCINI LA BOHÈME One of the most romantic operas ever written.

It tells the tragic tale of the doomed, consumptive Mimi and her love for a penniless writer. The set reflects the Bohemian art of the period and will include a local brass band, snow effects and Muzetta’s dog will also make an entrance.

VERDI AIDA Starring the international French soprano Olga Perrier.

The grandest of all Ellen Kent’s operas returns in Autumn 2016 to the UK with a stunning new traditional production boasting an impressive new set built by Set-Up Scenery in the UK, who also build sets for the Royal Opera Covent Garden.

‘AUTHENTIC, TENDER AND PASSIONATE’ DAILY TELEGRAPH (LA BOHÈME)

‘VISUALLY AND VOCALLY GRIPPING FROM START TO FINISH’ THE INDEPENDENT (AIDA) Sung in Italian with English surtitles

LA BOHÈME SAT 22 OCT 7.30pm AIDA SAT 4 MAR 7.30pm PACKAGE DEALS* Book for both operas and save 15% (Prem, A - C) *Available in person or over the phone

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RELAXED PERFORMANCE GANGSTA GRANNY SAT 2 JUL 10.30am

AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCES SUNNY AFTERNOON (Touch tour available) SAT 10 SEP 2.30pm SISTER ACT (Touch tour available) SAT 17 SEP 2.30pm

SIGNED PERFORMANCES GHOST THU 22 SEP 7.30pm LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS THU 29 SEP 7.30pm THE MOUSETRAP SAT 5 NOV 2.30pm

For more information or to book call our dedicated access line on 0121 230 9077 (Mon - Sat, 10am - 6pm). For enquiries outside these hours call our central access line on 0844 871 7677 (Mon - Sat, 9am - 10pm. Bkg fee applies). Please speak to our Box Office team to request one of our access guides.

Theatre Tours

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to go backstage at the New Alex? Why not book one of our upcoming theatre tours? some of the greats of English theatre.*

Next Tours SAT 23 APR SAT 23 JUL SAT 21 MAY SAT 20 AUG SAT 4 JUN SAT 10 SEP

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TOURS RUN FROM 10.30am - 12pm

Prices £5 PER PERSON ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off Tours must be booked in advance by calling ATG Tickets on 0844 871 3011 or in person at the Box Office.

For bespoke group tours please email birminghamgroups@theambassadors.com or call our Groups Department on 0844 871 3031 (Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm) * Access to the stage is not always possible due to visiting company policy. Please note the tour covers all parts of the theatre and this includes many stairs. The use of photography or video recording equipment is not permitted on the tour.

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THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

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WHAT’S ON LIVE, BIRMINGHAM

‘WE TIME WARPED IN THE AISLES AND ROCKED WITH LAUGHTER’ EXPRESS & STAR

MON 10 - SAT 15 OCT Mon - Thu 8pm Fri & Sat 5.30pm & 8.30pm DIRECTED BY CHRISTOPHER LUSCOMBE Following a record-breaking run in January this year Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show returns to Birmingham for one week only this October.

Bursting at the seams with timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn It Janet, and of course, the pelvic-thrusting Time Warp, Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show is a non-stop party!

You have one more chance to see the world’s favourite rock ‘n‘ roll musical so book now before it’s too late.

Be warned, this show has rude parts!

DON’T DREAM IT BE IT!

UNDER 25s & STUDENTS £15 Fri 5.30pm (A - C) (£17.90 online/phone)

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THE LEGENDARY, BOX OFFICE SMASH-HIT THRILLER RETURNS!

‘THE CLEVEREST MURDER MYSTERY OF BRITISH THEATRE’ THE TELEGRAPH The Mousetrap is famous around the world for being the longest running show of any kind in the history of theatre, with over 26,000 performances in London. This record-breaking 60th anniversary production is back by popular demand following a sell-out week in 2014.

The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be?

SIGNED PERFORMANCE Sat 5 Nov 2.30pm

MON 31 OCT - SAT 5 NOV Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm

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ADAPTED BY

DAVID WOOD We present Roald Dahl’s amazing story about a young boy who makes a marvellous new medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper.

But when his grandmother drinks his special new potion, the most incredible things start to happen.

And George’s adventure has just begun!

The Birmingham Stage Company is proud to present the centenary tour of one of Roald Dahl’s funniest and most exciting stories. It follows the company’s acclaimed productions of Horrible Histories and Gangsta Granny.

CHILD TICKETS FROM £15 (£16.90 online/phone)

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‘DESERVEDLY A CLASSIC AMONG MURDER THRILLERS’

FIZZTICKLING FUN AND WIZZPOPPING MAGIC

TUE 22 NOV - SAT 3 DEC Mon - Fri 10am & 1.30pm Sat 26 Nov 10.30am & 2.30pm Sat 3 Dec 10am, 2.30pm & 6.30pm C S Details page 39

‘RAUCOUS GOOD FUN. AN EXCEPTIONALLY PUNGENT AND EFFECTIVE PIECE OF KIDS THEATRE. IT’S A RIOT!’ TIME OUT

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‘STILL THE SEXIEST MOST SENSATIONAL MUSICAL’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

‘MURDER, GREED, CORRUPTION, EXPLOITATION, ADULTERY AND TREACHERY... ALL THOSE THINGS WE HOLD NEAR AND DEAR TO OUR HEARTS’ So begins the international award-winning musical, Chicago.

Based on real life events back in the roaring 1920’s, nightclub singer Roxie Hart shoots her lover and along with cell block rival, double-murderess Velma Kelly, they fight to keep from death row with the help of smooth talking lawyer, Billy Flynn.

OPENS ON MON 12 DEC

Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, Chicago’s sexy, sassy score includes All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle.

TICKETS FROM £17.50

With 6 Tony, 2 Olivier, 1 Grammy, 2 Bafta and 6 Academy Awards, Chicago truly is ‘THE SHARPEST, SLICKEST SHOW ON THE BLOCK’ THE TIMES A nightclub singer, a double-murderess, a smooth-talking lawyer and a cell block of sin - it would be a crime to miss it.

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Following sold out seasons in Tampa, Texas and Tokyo, the multi Grammy, Tony and Drama Desk Award nominated Frank Wildhorn’s Wonderland receives its UK and European première in this brand new British production.

Wonderland is an enchanting musical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, with a huge heart, a medley of magic and a whole lot of wonder.

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DIRECT FROM A RECORD-BREAKING WEST END RUN

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‘THE MUSICAL WE’VE BEEN WAITING FOR. A SWEET-SOUL SOLID-GOLD, FIVE-STAR BLAST. SO GOOD I ALMOST WEPT’ THE SUNDAY TIMES

RODDY DOYLE’S OVER 20 S IC S OUL CL A SNS L IV E O S TA G E !

THE HIT WEST END MUSICAL The Commitments is a fantastically feel-good celebration of soul.

Direct from a phenomenally successful, record-breaking run in London’s West End. The Commitments is based on the BAFTA award-winning film classic.

The Commitments received universal critical acclaim following its London World Premiere and was quickly hailed as a smash-hit musical sensation. With over 20 soul classics performed live on stage including Night Train, Try A Little Tenderness, River Deep, Mountain High, In The Midnight Hour, Papa Was A Rolling Stone, Save Me, Mustang Sally, I Heard It Through The Grapevine, Thin Line Between Love And Hate, Reach Out, Uptight, Knock On Wood, I Can’t Turn You Loose and more!

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A guaranteed fabulously-fun night out you will simply never forget.

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‘SUBLIME. WONDERFULLY FUNNY’ DAILY TELEGRAPH Photos of previous cast.

‘BLOWS THE ROOF OFF!’ MAGIC FM MON 13 - SAT 18 MAR Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm OVER 60s & STUDENTS MIDWEEK MATINEE £25 (A) (£28.90 online/phone) £20 (B) (£23.90 online/phone) C G S Details page 39 TICKETS FROM £18 £21.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £4 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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SPECIAL EVENTS THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS JAILBREAK TOUR WED 13 APR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £24.50 £27.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off (A) C G The legendary Brothers are back on their brand new Jailbreak Tour!

Featuring the very best blues, Motown, soul and comedy from both Blues Brothers movies including classics hits from James Brown, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and many more!

MERCURY THE ULTIMATE QUEEN TRIBUTE

THU 14 APR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off (A) C Winners of the National Tribute Awards 2013, Mercury have firmly established themselves as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Queen. The show includes fantastic and authentic performances of the most popular Queen hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and many more. www.mercuryqueentribute.co.uk

IRELAND’S CALL TWO COUNTRIES. ONE LOVE.

FRI 15 APR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £26 £29.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off (A) C Ireland’s Call is a new musical adaptation of the critically-acclaimed show Essence of Ireland. Inspired by true events, the show follows the journey of a young man who leaves behind his childhood sweetheart and his homeland, in search of a better life in America.

Can their love survive the Atlantic divide? www.irelandscallthemusical.com

KEN DODD HAPPINESS SHOW SAT 16 APR 7pm TICKETS FROM £23 £25.90 online/phone G Ken Dodd is a multi-award winning entertainer who loves nothing more than entertaining theatre audiences. Don’t miss his fun-filled Happiness Show for all the family, with a supporting company, non-stop gags and a selection of songs presented in his uniquely versatile style: everything from ballads to grand opera!

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER AND DON BLACK’S WEST END AND BROADWAY HIT

TELL ME ON A SUNDAY

STARRING JODIE PRENGER

SUN 24 APR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.50 £27.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off (Prem, A & B) C G Following her acclaimed performance in Calamity Jane, Jodie Prenger steps into this iconic musical, featuring a wonderful original score including the chart-topping Take That Look Off Your Face and title track Tell Me On A Sunday.

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KEITH BARRY BRAIN HACKER

MON 25 APR 8pm TICKETS FROM £18.50 £21.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off (A) Ages 12+ Brain Hacker promises to be a show that you won’t forget in a hurry.

Using a combination of mind control, deception, mentalism and hypnotism, Keith hacks the brains of his audience. Now a household name as part of ITV’s brand-new Saturday night entertainment format You’re Back in the Room with Phillip Schofield.

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL

TUE 26 APR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.50 £27.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £4 off (A) C G Starring Linda Nolan (The Nolans), Cheryl Fergison (EastEnders) and Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) this hysterical all-singing, all-dancing comedy set in a department store, where four women with seemingly nothing in common, meet by chance and make fun of their woeful lives experiencing The Change and their other problems.

JULIAN CLARY THE JOY OF MINCING WED 27 APR 8pm TICKETS FROM £23 £25.90 online/phone C

The Joy of Mincing is Julian Clary’s celebration of 30 years as a camp comedian. There is so much to tell you; the ups and downs of his sordid love life. This is Julian at his filthy best. Live and unplugged. Come and witness a masterclass in camp comedy. Ages 16+

THE ILLEGAL EAGLES

THU 28 APR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £24.50 £27.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off (A) C G The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute continue to amaze crowds everywhere. The Illegal Eagles’ ability to capture the emotion of Henley’s vocals and the band’s definitive sound have won mass audience acclaim both at home and abroad. Featuring the classics Hotel California, Take It Easy, Take It To The Limit, Lyin’ Eyes, and many more!

THE CARPENTERS STORY

FRI 29 APR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £24 £26.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off (A) C G This award-winning production features the stunning vocals of international star Claire Furley as Karen Carpenter and lavish arrangements from 8 live musicians. Includes the classics (They Long To Be) Close To You, We’ve Only Just Begun, Yesterday Once More, Top of the World, and many more!

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SPECIAL EVENTS SHOWADDYWADDY

SAT 30 APR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £21.25 £24.15 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off (A) C G Showaddywaddy have sold more than 20 million records and have toured the world. Their live show is dynamic and uplifting featuring all of their biggest hits; Under The Moon Of Love, Three Steps To Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll, When, Blue Moon, Pretty Little Angel Eyes and many, many more.

WOODY SEZ THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF WOODY GUTHRIE SUN 8 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £13.50 £15.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £7.50 off (Prem & A) £4 off (B & C) C G

Following its critical success in London’s West End, the hit musical Woody Sez heads out on a full UK tour. Woody Sez captures the heart and spirit of America’s original folk hero Woody Guthrie, who paved the way for Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and more. Woody Sez is a soul stirring musical event performed by four amazingly talented actor-musicians.

FRANKLY SINATRA

SUN 15 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £26.75 £29.65 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off (A) C G Celebrating his centenary, it’s the world’s No.1 Sinatra: 3 seasons at the Sands, the West End’s original Frank, sell-out Palladium solo spectaculars.

Fly Me To The Moon, Mack The Knife, New York, New York, My Way velvet vocals backed by the sound of big band swing. www.easytheatres.com

KEITH SHEBADA IN BANGARANG

SUN 29 MAY 7.45pm TICKETS FROM £26 £28.90 online/phone Audiences will meet; Pearl, a hustling higgler by day, a prostitute by night; Politician Winston Justice, whose ambition is to become the member of parliament; Officer Shellaz, a policeman trying to better himself by any means necessary and Preacher a mysterious intellect of a gangster-like nature. Thrown into this mix is haberdashery owner Miss Chin as well as the all-time hustler, Mr Know-all, hand cart man, Shebada.

THAT’LL BE THE DAY 30TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW WED 8 JUN 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £25 £27.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off (A) C G

Prepare for a nostalgia party extravaganza as the legendary That’ll Be The Day returns with its brand new 30th Anniversary Special! The nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety show has been touring for 30 years and the party is right here in Birmingham! Featuring a new line up of knock-out hits from the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s, plus more side-splitting comedy!

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BOBBY DAVRO

THU 9 JUN 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £22.75 £25.65 online/phone C After coming fourth in last year’s Celebrity Big Brother Bobby Davro will once again be hitting the road with his brand new show. Bobby is one of the country’s greatest entertainers after gaining popularity from the ’80s with TV shows such as Bobby Davro on the Box and Bobby Davro’s TV Annual. Guaranteed to be a funny night out.

GRUMPY OLD WOMEN FRI 10 JUN 8pm TICKETS FROM £26.25 £29.15 online/phone Returning after a critically-acclaimed, total sell-out spring 2015 tour the Grumpies are back to knock some sense into the nation. Perrier Award-winning comedian, writer and original star of Grumpy Old Women Jenny Eclair will be joined by fellow recruits Susie Blake (Mrs Brown’s Boys, Coronation Street) and actress and singer Kate Robbins (Where The Heart Is, Casualty).

BARRY STEELE AND FRIENDS THE ORBISON STORY SAT 11 JUN 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £22.50 £25.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off (A)

Barry Steele is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading tributes to legend Roy Orbison. He’s stunned audiences across the globe with his uncanny similarity and ability to authentically revive the exquisite toe-tapping sound of this music giant. Join Barry and his special guests as they celebrate the Big O’s 80th birthday in this brand new production.

SAMANTHA BARKS

MON 20 JUN 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £24.25 £27.15 online/phone After rising to fame on BBC talent show I’d Do Anything in 2008, Samantha Barks has wowed fans and critics alike with her stunning voice and captivating performances in film (Les Miserables), theatre and television. Taking inspiration from her roots in musical theatre, whilst incorporating modern influences, she will be heading out on her first solo tour to coincide with the highly anticipated release of her new album.

JOE LYCETT THAT’S THE WAY, A-HA A-HA, JOE LYCETT

SUN 10 JUL 8pm TICKETS FROM £16.25 £19.15 online/phone C

Birmingham’s very own self-proclaimed absolute lad is back with an all new stand-up show, following appearances on Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and a wine tour of the French Riviera.

There’s a good chance you’ll Lycett.

‘CHEEKY, WARM AND SUPER-FUNNY’ TIME OUT

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SPECIAL EVENTS LEGEND OF A BAND A TRIBUTE TO THE MOODY BLUES WED 13 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.25 £26.15 online/phone C

The music of the Moody Blues with Gordy Marshall and Paul Bliss appear direct from the Moody Blues’ 2015 tour; current 10cc frontman Mick Wilson, guitarist Tim Maple and bass player Malcolm Moore. Impeccable performances of Nights In White Satin, Go Now, Tuesday Afternoon, Legend Of A Mind, Question, Forever Autumn and Eve Of The War. www.grtentertainments.com

CHAPLIN THE CHARLIE CHAPLIN STORY

THU 14 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £12.50 £15.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £7.50 off (Prem - A) £4 off (B - C) C G Starring Steven Arnold (Coronation Street) and Nicole Faraday (Bad Girls).

Chaplin - The Charlie Chaplin Story is a heart-warming and powerful musical tale of the first true British icon of cinema. This fascinating story weaves through Chaplin’s journey as a young boy through the dark streets of Victorian Vaudeville London to the glitz of early Hollywood.

LA VOCE

FRI 15 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.25 £26.15 online/phone C THE POWER OF THE MUSIC, THE PASSION OF THE SONG Opera made welcoming and inviting - welcome to Pop Opera. Featuring Nessun Dorma, Ol Sole Mio, Con te Partiro plus Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Back For Good and Bohemian Rhapsody; stunning choreography, comedy and song and a superb live band. A treat for opera lovers and pop music fans alike. www.grtentertainments.com

PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS THE VEGAS SHOW

SAT 16 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £21.50 £24.40 online/phone C G

Puppetry Of The Penis has now played to most of the Western World, having been hosted in over 35 countries and performed in 6 languages.

Two near naked men (they wear shoes) manipulate their nether regions using the Ancient Art of Genital Origami, providing the audience with a hilarious array of shapes and impersonations. Ages 18+

MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS

SUN 24 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off (A & B) C G B The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of Motown, now in its 14th successive year. This stunning 100% live show combine’s first class music together with the slickest choreography and an amazing band, to deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever have!

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THE DREAMBOYS FEATURING GAZ BEADLE THU 1 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £25.75 £28.65 online/phone The Dreamboys are back and hotter than ever with a brand new show for 2016. Featuring Gaz Beadle from the hit reality TV shows Geordie Shore and Ex On The Beach. The Dreamboys are the UK’s top Male Strip Show, perfect for a girls night out! These boys will literally have you begging for more. This is one action-packed show full of music, muscle, magic and mayhem that you simply cannot afford to miss! Ages 18+

THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY

FRI 2 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £19 £21.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off (A & B) C G BRAND NEW SHOW FOR 2016! Direct from its success in London’s West End, a sold-out UK tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos, original film footage and a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Homeward Bound and many more.

JOE LONGTHORNE

SAT 3 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off (A) With a career spanning over three decades across the globe, Joe has firmly established himself as one of the great entertainers. Joe’s repertoire of voices is endless and includes hundreds of the world’s top singers. His albums enjoyed sell-out concerts at the Royal Albert Hall as well as touring Australia several times.

JANE MCDONALD MAKING MEMORIES SUN 9 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £31 £33.90 online/phone

One of the nation’s most loved entertainers will tour the UK in her brand new show Making Memories. After receiving 5 star reviews for her performance as Grizabella in Cats, Jane will be introducing Memory into her act. Be sure to also expect new amazing medleys as well as old fan favourites.

ROSS NOBLE BRAIN DUMP

MON 17 & TUE 18 OCT 8pm TICKETS FROM £26.25 £29.15 online/phone Everybody’s favourite randomist is back. As always Ross has lots of stuff backing up in his head and it’s time to let it all out. Famed for his super quick freewheeling style and highly imaginative flights of fancy, a Ross Noble show is always an unmissable event.

Recommended ages 15+

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SPECIAL EVENTS WHITNEY QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

WED 19 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off (A & B) C A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award-winning production features a stellar line-up with rising West End star Rebecca Freckleton delivering a powerhouse and breathtaking performance as Whitney. Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hits.

A VISION OF ELVIS

FRI 21 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £22.50 £25.40 online/phone C G B Now regarded as Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute, A Vision of Elvis continues to sell-out some of the most prestigious venues across the UK and Europe. With a brand new show for 2016, A Vision of Elvis leaves audiences all shook up, with an uplifting and authentic Elvis experience.

CHAS & DAVE

SUN 30 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £28.75 £31.65 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £4 off (A & B) C G Still selling out theatres all over the UK following on from their hit album That’s What Happens on Warner Brothers Records. Chas & Dave know how to give an audience a good time, performing all the hits that made this Cockney duo famous Gertcha Sideboard Song, Rabbit, Aint No Pleasing You and Margate.

SOLID GOLD ROCK‘N’ROLL SHOW

SUN 20 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.75 £26.65 online/phone

Marty Wilde, Eden Kane, Mike Berry and The Wildcats, as well as very special guest Mark Wynter, join forces in The Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll Show. Teen idols of their day, they show us how rock ‘n’ roll shaped the music that we listened to then and still do today.

THE SENSATIONAL ‘60s EXPERIENCE

FRI 3 MAR 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £28 £30.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off (A & B) C Back by popular demand for 2017! Seven legendary names take to the stage and deliver to you a night never to be forgotten. With the feel-good factor this is must see ‘60s show. Starring Herman’s Hermits, Chris Farlowe, New Amen Corner, The Swinging Blue Jeans, The Fortunes, The Ivy League and Alan Mosca from Freddie & The Dreamers.

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BOOKING INFORMATION BOX OFFICE New Alexandra Theatre, Suffolk Street Queensway, Birmingham, B5 4DS.

IN PERSON Visit the Box Office at the New Alexandra Theatre Mon - Sat 10am - 6pm and on event nights until 15 mins after the last performance begins. The Box Office is located at the front of the theatre on Suffolk Street Queensway.

(Booking and transaction fees may apply).

TELEPHONE BOOKINGS 0844 871 3011 (bkg fee) Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm and Sun 10am - 8pm.

Contact Centre opening hours may vary on Bank Holidays. Accepted methods of payment are Visa, Mastercard, Maestro & American Express. We are unable to accept ticket reservations over the phone or online.

Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge, subject to bkg/transaction fee.

G S GROUPS AND SCHOOLS For events marked this way a group rate applies for parties of 10 people or more on selected performances and seats. For some shows group discounts may apply for 6 or more people. Special rates are also available for mid-week matinees and schools for selected performances. For full details of the range of prices on offer please call the Group Sales Team on 0844 871 3031 (Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm).

ATG THEATRE CARD

0844 871 3031 birminghamgroups@theambassadors.com Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm.

0844 871 7633 www.atgtickets.com/ theatrecard Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm, Sun 10am - 8pm. ATG Theatre Card offers are subject to availability on selected seat prices and for a max. 4 tickets per card. Please book early to avoid disappointment. No booking fees or postage fees apply on most shows for ATG Theatre Card Members.

ONLINE

EQUAL ACCESS FOR ALL

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We have a separate access information leaflet that can be requested through our Access Line 0121 230 9077 with full information on the theatre’s accessible facilities. Please advise us in advance of any special requirements you or a member of your party may have and the Box Office staff will be happy to help. For more information on our services and facilities including signed performances, captioned and audio described performances please call the Access Line on 0121 230 9077. The Access Line is open from 10am - 6pm, Mon - Sat. For enquiries outside of these hours please call our Central Access Line on 0844 871 7677 (bkg fee). This line is managed until 10pm on Mon - Sat and 8pm on Sundays. Specifically programmed access performances are indicated on page 22.

GROUPS AND SCHOOLS BOOKINGS

POSTAL BOOKINGS State the performance and choice of seats, enclosing a cheque or postal order. Mail to: The Box Office, New Alexandra Theatre, Station Street, Birmingham, B5 4DS. Cheques should be made payable to ATG London Ltd. Please also include on the back of the cheque the 16 digit card number and expiry date and issue number if there is one.

Please allow 28 days for delivery of tickets.

CONDITIONS OF SALE Tickets cannot be refunded. Ticket exchanges can be offered for a per ticket exchange fee.

Exchanges will only be accepted for the same production and for the same value or higher on payment of the difference. All exchange requests are subject to availability and must be received at least 48 hours prior to the original performance date. Due to the varying nature of the shows and sets we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. For full conditions please visit www.atgtickets.com

PRICING INFORMATION

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Concessions may be restricted to certain price levels and performances and can be withdrawn by management without notice. Only one concession can be applied at any one time and proof of status is required. For full details of the range of prices, discounts and concessions available please call 0844 871 3011.

Prices are flexible rather than fixed.

Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period.

For current prices always visit www.atgtickets.com/birmingham

Guide dogs welcome in all areas.

For more information visit the website www.atgtickets.com/access

VENUE IMPROVEMENTS

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CHILDREN AND BABES IN ARMS

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MTC MEDIUM/THERAPIST/ CLAIRVOYANT By attending this event you agree that you have sought the services provided of your own accord and understand that it is a holistic experiment and experience. The medium / therapist / clairvoyant may give you information that could bring about a positive change in your life, but any changes that you make are your personal and legal responsibility.

DATA PROTECTION The New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham is managed by the Ambassador Theatre Group.

We would like to add or retain your details on our mailing lists to keep you informed about future events, special offers and other developments. Please indicate when you next book if you do not wish to receive any of this information from us in future.

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Shows with these symbols have the following concessions available (exclusions may apply):

Some shows will incur a 1% per ticket fee on all card transactions made at the venue. Please check before booking. Bookings may be subject to a per-ticket fee, transaction and postage or card charge. For most shows ATG Theatre Card Members, Group Bookings and sales in person at the Box Office are fee-free.

Please check with the Box Office or online when making your booking. Prices are correct at the time of going to press, however we reserve the right to change or vary prices at any time. The New Alexandra Theatre reserves the right to make such alterations that become necessary. If you wish to comment on any aspect of your telephone or internet booking please call customer services on 0844 871 7615. The New Alexandra Theatre is not responsible for any disputes or liabilities arising as a customer to any partner deals and must be referred to the operators directly.

Wheelchair spaces available in the Stalls

Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold contributes to the New Alexandra Theatre’s restoration fund.

This money is reinvested back into the theatre to support its ongoing upkeep and development.

Recent improvements include a major investment in replacing our Stalls and Dress Circle seats and much of the theatre’s flying system that enables scenery and equipment to be suspended or ‘flown’ above the stage.

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Children under 5 will not be admitted to the venue except for family shows. Children (ages 18 months – 15 years inclusive) shall require their own ticket which shall be at full price if no child concessions are available at the time of booking. Babes in arms (children under 18 months) shall be admitted free of charge to children’s shows.

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