Bristol Hippodrome Autumn 2011 Brochure

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TOUR PREMIERES IN BRISTOL THU 1 SEP - SAT 8 OCT

WELCOME Welcome to another packed season at The Bristol Hippodrome, which as you can see from the pages overleaf, is full of entertainment to suit everyone’s taste.

Rather than talk about the shows though, I want to spend just a couple of minutes to let you know about how you could be saving money on all those shows instead. Throughout the brochure you’ll see we refer to LiveCard discounts, which many of our patrons are already making use of. It may be something you’d thought about but weren’t really sure what it meant, so the best way to explain it is that it’s not a credit card, or a points card, put quite simply it’s a discount card - you just buy the card and then spend the next 12 months saving literally hundreds of pounds.

You can get 2 tickets for the price of 1 on the opening night of many shows, and discounts on most other nights too, plus priority on sales, 3 free house programmes, regular newsletters and discounts around Bristol too. As the card costs only £30 and can be used on up to 4 tickets per show, that means that you could be saving over £30 by just coming to see one show. Even if you can’t make the opening night it is still worth getting a card as the savings very quickly add up - just ask when making your booking how much you could be saving too.

See you soon at the theatre

Christiaan de Villiers General Manager

LEGALLY BLONDE 19 Jul - 6 Aug

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LEGALLY BLONDE VIP PACKAGE

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SHAUN THE SHEEP 17 - 20 Aug

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DIRTY DANCING 1 Sep - 8 Oct

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WE WILL ROCK YOU 11 - 29 Oct

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BLOC PRODUCTIONS THE KING AND I 1 - 5 Nov

AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP (ATG) is the largest theatre operator in the world combining its international stature with core local values.

As a successful and respected theatre provider, ATG has years of experience helping millions of customers enjoy the very best theatre and live entertainment - and now it’s your turn to be part of it.

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WELSH NATIONAL OPERA 8 - 12 Nov

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SOUTH PACIFIC 22 Nov - 3 Dec

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PETER PAN 10 Dec - 8 Jan

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SISTER ACT 11 - 21 Jan

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MATHEW BOURNE’S NUTCRACKER 17 - 21 Apr

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CONCERTS & COMEDY

LORD OF THE DANCE 23 - 29 Jun

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ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET STRICTLY GERSHWIN 14 - 18 Feb

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WE WILL ROCK YOU TUE 11 - SAT 29 OCT

BLOOD BROTHERS 20 Feb - 3 Mar

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WINNER! BEST NEW MUSICAL 20 1 ‘SIMPLY BLOWS OTHER MUSICALS OUT OF THE WATER. SENSATIONAL’ THE SUN

+ + + + ‘SMART, SASSY, SPECTACULAR’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

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FUNNY’ THE MAIL ON SUNDAY

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LIZ McCLARNON (ATOMIC KITTEN) as Paulette

West End legend

DAVE WILLETTS as Callaghan

For the first time ever, the West End & Broadway sensation, 2011 Olivier Award winner (Best New Musical) and winner of Best New Musical Whatsonstage.com Awards, Legally Blonde The Musical comes to Bristol. Based on the hit movie starring Reese Witherspoon, this critically acclaimed new musical is created by a top-of-their-class creative team, led by Tony Award-winning director and Olivier Award-nominated choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray).

College sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods doesn’t take no for an answer. So when her boyfriend, Warner, dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and heads for Harvard Law School. Legally Blonde The Musical will take you from the social whirl of California Campus life to Harvard’s Halls of Justice with the brightest new heroine (and of course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser).

This all singing, all dancing, feel-good musical comedy will be the highlight of your year and the most fashionable ticket in town. dn t be legal!

The verdict? This much fun shouldn’t

NEIL TOON (HOLLYOAKS) as Warner

and introducing

FAYE BROOKES as Elle TUE 19 JUL - SAT 6 AUG Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm L C G S Details page 30

‘PERFECTION’ N’ THE INDEPENDENT

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LEGALLY BLONDE VIP PASS!

GET YOUR VIP PASS FOR ONLY

ÂŁ15! + Drink on arrival* + House Programme + Exclusive show branded cocktail during the interval (soft drink option available) + Private suite & cloakroom facilities + Dedicated member of staff on hand + Strictly limited VIP passes each show

HOW TO BOOK Purchase direct from bar sales points in the venue Maximum 20 people per performance No advance booking *Choice of Red wine, White wine, Orange juice

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SHAUN COMES BAAAACK TO BRISTOL TO SEE EWE ALL!

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FROM THE CREATORS C OF WALLACE O AND GROMIT A BEST CHILDREN’S PROGRAMME INTERNATIONAL EMMY 2010

BEST ANIMATION CHILDREN’S BAFTAS

BY ARRANGEMENT WITH AARDMAN LTD Tap dancing pigs and flying sheep, a high-kicking farmer and a 6ft dog gliding gracefully across the stage in a fiery tango? You can only be watching Shaun’s Big Show, a wonderfully surreal stage adaptation of Aardman’s hit animation Shaun The Sheep which opened to rave reviews in February, enjoyed by children and adults alike.

This is family entertainment at its very best, the world of Aardman plus magnificent costumes, a delightful set, 11 fantastic dancers and top West End choreography all brought together under the magical touch of the nation’s favourite children’s dramatist, David Wood.

WED 17 - SAT 20 AUG Wed 7pm, Thu 11am & 5pm Fri 2pm & 7pm Sat 11am, 2pm & 7pm LIVECARD £3.50 off top 2 prices L C G S F Details page 30 GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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THE WEST END SMASH-HIT OPENS ITS FIRST EVER UK TOUR IN BRISTOL!

‘THE BIGGEST LIVE THEATRE SENSATION OF ALL TIME’ OBSERVER

+ + + + ‘SPECTACULAR’ Dirty Dancing is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensationally sexy dancing.

Seen by millions across the globe this worldwide smash-hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring hit songs, including Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart stopping I’ve Had The Time Of My Life!

Don’t miss your chance to see the fastest selling show in West End history.

‘MAGNIFICENT’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

‘YOU REALISE WHY THE MUSICAL HAS BROKEN ALL BOX OFFICE RECORDS’ EVENING STANDARD

www.dirtydancingontour.com

FINANCIAL TIMES

THU 1 SEP - SAT 8 OCT Mon - Thu 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8.30pm* Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm (*Fri 2 Sep 7.30pm only) CAPTIONED PERF Wed 28 Sep SIGNED PERF Wed 5 Oct AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Thu 6 Oct GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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BACK TO ROCK BRISTOL AFTER A SELL-OUT RUN IN 2009!

Phil McIntyre Entertainment, Queen Theatrical Productions and Tribeca Theatrical Productions present

‘THE SPECTACULAR WEST END MUSICAL’ DAILY MIRROR

‘ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT. A TRIUMPH FROM START TO FINISH’ BRISTOL EVENING POST

‘TRULY SPECTACULAR’ WESTON AND SOMERSET MERCURY

The worldwide smash-hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton returns for 3 weeks only following its sell-out run in 2009. Since 2002 over 11 million theatregoers in 17 countries have been thrilled to see this awe-inspiring production. With 24 of Queen’s biggest hits delivered in a show that boasts the scale and spectacle that marked the band’s legendary live performances, this theatrical phenomenon is not to be missed!

When it became news some years back that one of Britain’s most phenomenally successful comedy writers, Ben Elton, was teaming up with legends of rock, Queen, for a musical, we all wondered what such a unique collaboration would turn out. Especially when screen icon Robert de Niro became so impressed after attending the original workshop that his company, Tribeca, came on board.

The result was a new chapter in theatre history - We Will Rock You a rock ‘theatrical’ which defied all comparisons and has gone on to become a global smash hit.

Starring Jenny Douglas BBC’s Over the Rainbow finalist, Leon Lopez Brookside/West End star, Ian Reddington EastEnders/ Coronation Street, Ashley J Russell BBC’s I’d Do Anything finalist & Noel Sullivan Hear’say/Grease.

Includes 24 of Queen’s greatest hits:

Radio Ga Ga, I Want To Break Free, Somebody To Love, Killer Queen, Bohemian Rhapsody, Don’t Stop Me Now, Under Pressure, Another One Bites The Dust, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You.

‘THEY SAY THEY ARE GOING TO ROCK YOU - AND BOY, THEY’RE NOT LYING’ SWINDON ADVERTISER

TUE 11 - SAT 29 OCT Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Thu 13 Oct SIGNED PERF Mon 24 Oct CAPTIONED PERF Wed 26 Oct LIVECARD 2 for 1 opening night on standard prices L C G S Details page 30 GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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SEE THE STARS OF THE FUTURE THIS NOVEMBER

Productions presents

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s

‘A VIBRANT AND SCINTILLATING PERFORMANCE, BEAUTIFULLY STAGED AND A JOY TO BEHOLD’ REALLY USEFUL GROUP on Evita

Music by RICHARD RODGERS Book & Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN 11 Based on the novel ‘Anna and the King of Siam’

by Margaret Landon This amateur production is presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD on behalf of R&H Theatricals of New York

‘BLOC PRODUCTIONS BOASTS A PLETHORA OF FORMER MEMBERS WHO HAVE GONE ON TO MAKE NAMES FOR THEMSELVES ON STAGE AND SCREEN’ BRISTOL EVENING POST The stars of the future are on show at The Bristol Hippodrome this November when Bristol’s own multi award-winning company presents The King and I. This Rodgers and Hammerstein musical is brim full of memorable music and captivates audiences today just as it did 60 years ago when it premiered on Broadway, winning Tony Awards for Best Musical, Best Actress and Best Actor.

Featuring the songs Shall We Dance, Hello Young Lovers, I Whistle A Happy Tune, Getting To Know You.

‘A SUMPTUOUSLY RICH PERFORMANCE PACKED WITH SO MANY EXTRA LAYERS THAT WE WOULD HAPPILY HAVE WATCHED IT AGAIN’ BBC ONLINE on The Witches of Eastwick 12

‘FOR AS LONG AS I CAN REMEMBER, BLOC PRODUCTIONS HAS CONSISTENTLY MAINTAINED AN ENVIABLE REPUTATION FOR ITS SUPERB CHORUS LINE’ BRISTOL EVENING POST on Me and My Girl

EARLY BIRD OFFER Adults £18 Children £12 Offer ends 29 Jul

TUE 1 - SAT 5 NOV Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm LIVECARD £5 off top 2 prices (Wed - Sat) L C G S B Details page 30 GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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GREAT PERFORMANCES OF GREAT OPERAS

THE BARBER OF SEVILLE Rossini’s eternally sunny comedy is the perfect introduction to opera. Filled with classic arias such as ‘Largo al factotum’ this opera is a ray of sunlight that has uplifted audiences the world over for almost two centuries.

Welsh National Opera offer great operas at great prices.

Don Giovanni and The Barber of Seville £7.50 - £39.50 Katya Kabanova £7.50 - £25

Sung in English with surtitles in English.

DON GIOVANNI Mozart’s opera is as rich and complex as the character of the Don himself – it is chilling and beautiful, comic and dramatic with one of the most powerful finales in opera.

Sung in Italian with surtitles in English.

KATYA KABANOVA Katya Kabanova is the story of a young woman trapped in a loveless marriage in a stultifying village. Janác˘ek uses every beautiful note to bring Katya’s plight to life. Those who love the classic, tragic Italian operas should experience this heartfelt opera.

TUE 8 - SAT 12 NOV Don Giovanni 7pm The Barber of Seville 7.15pm Katya Kabanova 7.15pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Fri 11 Nov LIVECARD £3 off top 4 prices on Tue & Thu L C G S Details page 30

Sung in Czech with surtitles in English.

GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

Visit wno.org.uk for detailed casting, videos, story summaries and music clips.

0844 871 3012

NB concessions not available on Katya Kabanova The Barber of Seville (top left and right) photo by Johan Persson Katya Kabanova (bottom right) photo by Ivan Kyncl

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‘RAPTUROUS AND REVELATORY!’ NEW YORK TIMES

‘THE BEST RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN IN A GENERATION’ WASHINGTON POST

‘THIS IS RAVISHING, BREATHTAKING THEATER’ VARIETY

Supported by

THE SMASH HIT BROADWAY SHOW DIRECT FROM LONDON’S BARBICAN

WINNER OF 7 TONY AWARDS! NEW YORK’S LINCOLN CENTER THEATER PRODUCTION OF

RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S

STARRING

JASON HOWARD (WELSH NATIONAL OPERA)

SAMANTHA WOMACK (DONMAR’S GUYS AND DOLLS)

ALEX FERNS (DONMAR’S GUYS AND DOLLS)

DANIEL KOEK (WEST SIDE STORY)

LORETTA ABLES SAYRE (TONY AWARD NOMINEE) This breathtaking and lavish Lincoln Center Theater production reinvented Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical. It swept the 2008 Tony Awards, played for two years to sold-out houses on Broadway and was televised across America. With a cast and live orchestra of 50, this international hit landmark production brought to you by the producers of West Side Story and Guys and Dolls arrives at The Bristol Hippodrome for 2 weeks only.

Metropolitan Opera Director and Winner of Tony Award for Best Director, Bartlett Sher directs a stellar cast which includes internationally acclaimed baritone Jason Howard, Tony Award-nominee Loretta Ables Sayre as ‘Bloody Mary’, plus musical theatre stars Samantha Womack, Alex Ferns and Daniel Koek.

Considered one of the finest musicals ever written, the score includes Some Enchanted Evening, I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair and There is Nothin’ Like a Dame. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to witness one of the greatest musicals of all time, as the critics agree, ‘THIS IS A SHOW YOU WILL REMEMBER FOREVER.’ Photo of Paulo Szot and Samantha Womack (Original London cast) ©Lucy Williams Original Broadway production photography Joan Marcus

TUE 22 NOV - SAT 3 DEC Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm LIVECARD 2 for 1 opening night on standard prices L C G S Details page 30 SIGNED PERF 24 Nov CAPTIONED PERF 30 Nov AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF 1 Dec GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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SCHOOLS FROM

£6.25!

‘THIS IS TRADITIONAL PANTO AT IT’S BEST’ BRISTOL EVENING POST on Dick Whittington 16

GET READY FOR A FAMILY FUN PIRATE ADVENTURE THIS CHRISTMAS! Global mega-star David Hasselhoff comes to Bristol this Christmas in the swashbuckling family pantomime, Peter Pan. The Hoff, best known for his iconic roles of Michael Knight in Knight Rider, Mitch Buchanan in the most watched TV show in history, Baywatch, and judge on this year’s Britain’s Got Talent, will play the evil Captain Hook.

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With stunning special effects (including amazing flying!) sumptuous costumes, superb sets and a good helping of fairydust, Peter Pan is the perfect treat for the whole family.

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‘A GLITTERING, GLOSSY PRODUCTION’

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JANUARY 2012

99% OF LAST YEAR’S AUDIENCE SAID THEY’D BE BACK AGAIN THIS YEAR SO BOOK EARLY! DISCOUNTS LIVECARD 2 for 1 on Tue 13 Dec 7pm on standard prices.

FAMILY TICKET 1 child half price with every full standard price adult.

GROUPS 10+ £5 off top 2 standard prices, £3 off lowest price plus 1 in 20 free.

GROUPS EARLY BOOKING Extra £2 off standard prices if booked and paid by 30 Sep 2011.

SCHOOLS 10+ £15 stalls & grand circle standard seats, £6.25 upper circle, plus 1 teacher free with every 10 children.

SENIORS/CLAIMANTS STUDENTS £5 off top 2 standard prices, £3 off lowest price.

SENIORS/STUDENTS Midweek January Special 3 - 6 Jan Midweek Matinees standard seats £15

No concessions on Premium seats, Saturday evenings, or 20 - 31 Dec inclusive. *Figure taken from respondents of FFE pantomime survey Dick Whittington 2010/2011

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LIVECARD 2 for 1 Tue 13 Dec 7pm on standard prices L C G S F Details page 30 SIGNED PERF Wed 21 Dec CAPTIONED PERF Wed 4 Jan AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Thu 5 Jan GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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DIRECT FROM THE WEST END! WHOOPI GOLDBERG &

STAGE ENTERTAINMENT PRESENT

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‘A HABIT-FORMING TRIUMPH!’ EVENING STANDARD

From producers Whoopi Goldberg and Stage Entertainment (Hairspray, High School Musical) the smash hit musical comedy Sister Act is coming to The Bristol Hippodrome, direct from its record-breaking run at the London Palladium.

When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be found - a convent! Disguised as a nun she quickly finds fans amongst her fellow ‘sisters’ but makes the wrong impression on the convent’s strict Mother Superior. But when she turns her attention to the church’s off-key choir, helping the nuns to find their true voices and breathing new life into the rundown neighbourhood, her cover could be blown for good. With the gang giving chase, is time running out for Deloris? Or have they underestimated the power of her new found Sisterhood?

Based on the smash hit movie of the same name, this fabulous, family-friendly, feel-good show is packed with songs inspired by Motown, funk, soul and disco. More than a million people saw Sister Act in the West End and now, as the habit hits the road in this multi-million pound production, you too can see why musical audiences fell in love with the funniest and funkiest nun on the run, and her heavenly sequinned sisters!

‘GLORIOUS FUN!’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

WED 11 - SAT 21 JAN Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm (excl Wed 11), Sun 3pm SIGNED PERF Tue 17 Jan CAPTIONED PERF Wed 18 Jan AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Thu 19 Jan LIVECARD £6 off top 3 prices Tue - Thu (excl Wed 11 Jan) L C G S Details page 30 GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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www.SisterActTheMusical.com

Images from the original West End production, photography Catherine Ashmore

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THE MYTH, THE MAGIC, THE EXPERIENCE

‘IRRESISTIBLE’ THE TIMES

‘GENIUS!’ THE TIMES

‘STUNNING!’ IRISH TIMES

‘A SHOWPIECE EXTRAVAGANZA’ LA TIMES

SUNDAY SPECIAL Since its world premiere, Lord Of The Dance has become the most talked about, the most written about and the most acclaimed show in musical history. It has gone on to receive unparalleled accolades and has broken theatrical records everywhere.

With more than 150,000 taps per performance, the Irish dance spectacular promises to wow British audiences yet again with its breathtaking footwork and dazzling music.

‘FASCINATING, REWARDING AND ABOVE ALL, ENTERTAINING’

4 TOP PRICE TICKETS FOR

£119 MON 23 - SUN 29 JAN Mon – Sun 8pm Sat & Sun 2.30pm GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

NEW YORK POST

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A SPECTACULAR DANCE JOURNEY FROM BALLET TO TAP, BALLROOM TO JAZZ

ON SALE 4 JULY

Strictly Gershwin Strictly Gershwin is a dazzling celebration of George Gershwin and the razzmatazz of the big band era and Hollywood musicals.

Gershwin’s sassy tunes combine with Derek Deane’s sensational choreography to conjure up the silver screen glamour of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.

Featuring over 100 superb artists including guest singers and a live jazz orchestra playing a host of Gershwin favourites including An American in Paris, Rhapsody in Blue and Summertime, Strictly Gershwin is guaranteed to get your toes tapping and your spirits soaring!

‘SLEEK AND HUGELY ENJOYABLE’ THE TIMES Photos: Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers in Swing Time, Patrick Baldwin, Annabel Moeller.

“Gershwin” is a registered Trademark of Gershwin Enterprises and is used under licence.

TUE 14 - SAT 18 FEB Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Thu 2pm Sat 2.30pm LIVECARD Half price opening night on top 3 prices L C S F B Details page 30 GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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RETURNING DUE TO UNPRECEDENTED DEMAND BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

‘A TRIUMPHANT EVENING UNMISSABLE AND UNBEATABLE’ THE SPECTATOR

‘DEVASTATING. A MASTERPIECE. IF YOU HAVEN’T SEEN IT, GO. IF YOU HAVE, GO AGAIN’ NEWS OF THE WORLD

‘BRINGS THE AUDIENCE CHEERING TO ITS FEET AND ROARING ITS APPROVAL’ DAILY MAIL

‘EXHILARATING. ONE OF THE BEST MUSICALS EVER WRITTEN’ SUNDAY TIMES

Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi award-winning Blood Brothers and this production, having recently celebrated its 23rd phenomenal year in London, continues to enjoy standing ovations at every devastating performance. No wonder Blood Brothers is now...

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MON 20 FEB - SAT 3 MAR Mon - Fri 7.30pm, Wed 2.30pm Sat 4pm & 8pm LIVECARD Half price on opening night L C G S Details page 30 GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

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‘A DAZZLING EXTRAVAGANZA’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

MATTHEW BOURNE’S

MUSIC BY

TCHAIKOVSKY

A NEW ADVENTURES PRODUCTION One of the most popular dance productions ever staged in the UK, Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker! comes to The Bristol Hippodrome to celebrate its 20th anniversary for one week only.

This delicious theatrical feast has family-sized helpings of Matthew Bourne’s trademark wit, pathos and magical fantasy. Nutcracker! follows Clara’s bittersweet journey from a hilariously bleak Christmas Eve at Dr Dross’ Orphanage, through a shimmering, ice-skating winter wonderland to the scrumptious candy kingdom of Sweetieland.

‘A NUTCRACKER THAT’S TRULY, TRULY SCRUMPTIOUS’ INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY

TUE 17 - SAT 21 APR Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm

Tchaikovsky’s glorious score and Anthony Ward’s unforgettable sets and costumes combine with sizzling choreography to create a fresh and charmingly irreverent interpretation of the traditional favourite.

LIVECARD Half price Wed mat

Hailed by The Observer as ‘the undisputed king of dance theatre’, Matthew Bourne’s company New Adventures has produced some of the most successful dance productions of the last two decades including Swan Lake, Edward Scissorhands and last year’s sell-out hit, Cinderella.

GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 871 3032

Photos Bill Cooper

L C S F Details page 30

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CONCERTS & COMEDY

THE DRIFTERS

ROY CHUBBY BROWN

IN CONCERT

FRI 12 AUG 7.30pm L C

SUN 24 JUL 7.30pm L C G As one of the biggest selling groups of all time, The Drifters has featured over 65 different vocalists in almost six decades.

The current recording line up perform new material alongside the group’s greatest hits including Under The Boardwalk, Save The Last Dance, Up On The Roof and many more.

Get ready for a barn-storming night of jokes, banter and hilarious mickey-taking from Britain’s most outrageous comedian, bar none!

Laugh till it hurts as Chubby rips into his live audiences with a non-stop battering ram of laughout-loud comedy - guaranteed! Get the hottest ticket in town, but be warned - If easily offended please stay away!

www.theofficialdrifters.com

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SUPER TROUPER

ONE NIGHT AT THE PROMS

SAT 13 AUG 7.30pm F

SUN 14 AUG 7.30pm G

Super Trouper formerly ABBA MANIA, is now accepted as the world’s number one touring production. If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music ever, then Super Trouper is for you! Join in and enjoy all of your favourites including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All, Super Trouper and many more. So dig out those platforms, dust down those flares and thank ABBA for the music.

A wonderful way to celebrate the year of the Royal Wedding and some of the world’s greatest composers, Handshake Ltd is presenting this special event.

One Night At The Proms performed by The National Symphony Orchestra plus special guest vocalists bring all the ‘pomp & circumstance’ of a totally British occasion to the theatre. The UK’s finest musicians and singers from Covent Garden will perform a very memorable two hour concert.

ALAN CARR

DONS OF COMEDY

MON 15 & TUE 16 AUG 8pm

SUN 2 OCT 8pm

Star of Channel 4’s Alan Carr Chatty Man returns to the road for his first UK Tour in over 4 years. Come and join Alan as he tries out new material for his forthcoming 33 date UK and Ireland arena tour.

Curtis Walker, Felix Dexter, Felicity Ethnic & Slim star in the No.1 comedy event for Black History Month, Dons Of Comedy; an amazing, awesome, pumping powerhouse of a stand-up comedy show.

‘WARMTH AND CHARM, ALAN CARR CAPTURES THE SPIRIT OF A BYGONE AGE OF BRITISH COMEDY’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

‘[CURTIS WALKER] MOVES AN AUDIENCE IN A WAY I’VE NEVER SEEN A STAND-UP BEFORE’ THE GUARDIAN

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VAMPIRES ROCK

JETHRO

SUN 6 NOV 7.30pm L C G

MON 14 NOV 7.30pm G

Steve Steinman plays the supremely evil Baron Von Rockula owner of the Live and Let Die club, in search of a new bride. Along with Steve Steinman, a full cast of superb singers, dancers and a formidable band blast their way through some of the greatest ever rock anthems including; Bat Out Of Hell, Sweet Child Of Mine and I Love Rock n Roll!

Originally a timber man from Lavant Tin Mine, Jethro will be performing with nothing more than a microphone, a small table and his favourite drink to hand. As he paces the stage from side to side you’ll hear hilarious antics of rural comedy delivered to you in a warm Cornish accent. Selling over 4 million stand-up comedy DVD’s to date, isn’t it about time you came and experienced some nonsensical twaddle!! Contains Adult Material, 18+

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CONCERTS & COMEDY

PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS

THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES

THU 17 NOV 8pm L C G B

SAT 19 NOV 7.30pm L C G B

The astonishing and unforgettable Puppetry Of The Penis is back with a cutting edge, brand new show, and after working with the same people who brought you James Cameron’s Avatar, this time incredibly it’s in 3D!

‘DEMENTEDLY GOOD FUN!’ VANITY FAIR

Eve Ensler’s hilarious Broadway and West End smash hit is back, featuring a new all star cast including the brilliant Tiana Benjamin (Eastenders), the stunning Louisa Lytton (Eastenders, The Bill) and the sensational Wendi Peters (Coronation Street, Celebrity Masterchef). This hilariously witty and moving collection of stories is an unmissable show for every generation - bring your mum, your best friend, your sister or even your gran!

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

SALLY MORGAN

BRAND NEW 2011 CHRISTMAS SHOW

PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD

SUN 4 DEC 7.30pm L C G

SUN 15 APR 7.30pm G

Prepare for a party this Christmas as the UK’s most successful touring rock ‘n’ roll production, the legendary That’ll Be The Day, returns with a Brand New 2011 Christmas Show.

Fresh from her new TV series Psychic Sally On The Road on Sky Living, Britain’s best loved celebrity psychic, Sally Morgan returns by overwhelming public demand. Sally now brings her amazing abilities and her tremendous personality to the stage with a unique theatrical experience, which is both hugely entertaining and enlightening.

WARNING: THIS SHOW WILL CONTAIN TRACES OF NUTS.

Trevor, Gary and the gang celebrate the festive season by bringing on back the good times with a combination of their unique comedy routines mixed with a non-stop line up of all the best Christmas hits.

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www.sallymorgan.tv

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See behind the scenes at Bristol’s West End Theatre in the build up to our centenary year.

Theatre Tours are on sale now for all the following shows: LEGALLY BLONDE

23, 30 Jul & 6 Aug

GENERAL TOUR

13, 27 Aug & 5, 19 Nov

DIRTY DANCING

3, 10, 17, 24 Sep & 1, 8 Oct

WE WILL ROCK YOU

15, 22, 29 Oct

WELSH NATIONAL OPERA

12 Nov

SOUTH PACIFIC

26 Nov & 3 Dec

Up to date show information, news on casting, competitions, pictures, and all the news as it happens.

See what others are talking about.

Join the party today!

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PRICES Adults

£14.50

Concessions

£12.50

LiveCard holders

£9.50

Groups 10+ (per person)

£9.50

Family of 4 (max 2 adults)

£10 per person

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Only one concession per ticket.

Tours start at 10.30am and last approx 2hrs.

Ticketmaster 0844 871 3012 (Subject to booking/transaction fee)

www.bristolhippodrome.org.uk Groups 10+ 0844 871 3032 Or call into our Box Office

It’s Showtime!

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WHY NOT MAKE YOUR VISIT TO THE THEATRE AN EVEN BETTER ONE BY GETTING TOGETHER AS A GROUP AND MAKING THE MOST OF OUR FABULOUS GROUP BOOKINGS SERVICE?

AMAZING SAVINGS FOR GROUPS! LEGALLY BLONDE

£6 off top 3 prices plus 1 in 20 free

ONE NIGHT AT THE PROMS

1 in 10 free

SHAUN THE SHEEP

£3.50 off top 2 prices

WE WILL ROCK YOU

£5 off top 3 prices plus 1 in 20 free

VAMPIRES ROCK

1 in 10 free

BLOC - THE KING AND I

£5 off top 2 prices plus 1 in 20 free

No booking fees

WELSH NATIONAL OPERA

Huge savings on the majority of shows

£4 off top 3 prices plus 1 in 10 free

SOUTH PACIFIC

£5 off top 2 prices £3 off third price plus 1 in 20 free

PETER PAN

£5 off top 2 prices £3 off third price plus 1 in 20 free extra £2 off each seat if paid by 30th Sep 2011

Did you know, when booking 10 or more tickets you can receive the following benefits: Reserve now, pay later

Easily adjustable reservations Reserve more than one show at a time No deposits required Reservations are invoiced, and are easy for you to review and check before paying Tickets posted free of charge So, just call our dedicated and friendly Group Sales team. We’re based in the theatre, and with 50 years of Hippodrome experience between us, we’ll ensure your booking is stress free!

EARLY BOOKING OFFER

SISTER ACT

£6 off top 3 prices plus 1 in 20 free

ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET - STRICTLY GERSHWIN

£5 off plus 1 in 20 free

BLOOD BROTHERS

£5 off plus 1 in 10 free

MATHEW BOURNE’S THE NUTCRACKER

£5 off top 2 prices

0844 871 3032 Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm Alternatively you can email us: bristolgroups@theambassadors.com or visit us on Facebook!

Facebook.com/BristolHippodromeGroups

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PLEASE NOTE The concessions above apply to certain prices and performances only. Concessions apply to standard prices only, and are sometimes subject to quota control.

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BOOKING INFORMATION IN PERSON Box Office, The Bristol Hippodrome, St Augustine’s Parade, Bristol, BS1 4UZ

GROUPS 10+ In house group bookings department 0844 871 3032 Mon – Fri, 10am – 6pm

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CONCESSIONS

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ONLINE www.bristolhippodrome.org.uk* Not all concessions available when booking online TELEPHONE Ticketmaster 0844 871 3012* (24hrs) Ticketmaster Groups 0844 844 2121 Ticketmaster customer services 08444 999999 LIVECARD Hotline 0844 871 7633* (24 hrs)

BY POST Stating performance and seat choice, enclose a cheque payable to The Ambassador Theatre Group Venues and stamped addressed envelope to Box Office address above (not accepted within 3 weeks of show date).

RESTORATION FUND All ticket prices include a restoration levy of £1 - £1.25 ACCESS 4 ALL For all access bookings or for more information on our services for patrons with disabilities, including wheelchair access; induction loop/infra red system; captioned, signed and audio described performances, call 0117 302 3222 (voice or minicom Mon Fri, 10am – 6pm) or email trishhodson@theambassadors.com is also available by calling 0844 277 9856 (24 hrs)

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STALLS STAGE

UPPER CIRCLE Top floor (bench style seats) GRAND CIRCLE First floor STALLS Ground floor BOXES Available at the rear and sides of the auditorium (not sold online) TOILETS, KIOSKS AND BARS are located on all floors.

A large print listing is available. Call 0117 302 3222 or email trishhodson@ theambassadors.com to order your free copy.

CHILDREN/BABES IN ARMS Where a child concession is available this applies to children up to and including the age of 16. Children under the age of 2 may only attend specific children’s productions, they will be classed as ‘babes in arms’, and as such will not be allocated a seat. Please ask at time of booking.

PARKING The closest parking is located behind the theatre on Trenchard Street (accessible from Park Row/Perry Rd) AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP Bristol Hippodrome is operated by the Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG), who have a total of 39 venues across the UK, including 12 in the West End, and 27 regionally. ATG’s impressive portfolio of West End theatres includes Apollo Victoria, Comedy, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy, Trafalgar Studio 1 and Trafalgar Studio 2. ATG’s regional theatres include Aylesbury Waterside Theatre; New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham; Theatre Royal Brighton; Bristol Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone; King’s Theatre and Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Grimsby Auditorium; Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre; Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and New Wimbledon Studio; The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the awardwinning Ambassador Cinemas; Grand Opera House, York. ATG is also one of the country’s foremost theatre producers, in Britain and internationally. Current and recent ATG co-productions include The Misanthrope starring Damian Lewis and Keira Knightley; Legally Blonde, West Side Story, Guys and Dolls, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard, Spamalot and South Pacific.

P = PREMIUM SEATS PRICES

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Legally Blonde Mon - Thu ÂŁ39.50 ÂŁ29.50 Fri - Sat

ÂŁ45

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ÂŁ16.50

ÂŁ25

ÂŁ18.50

ÂŁ59.50

ÂŁ29.50

ÂŁ25

ÂŁ18.50

ÂŁ59.50

ÂŁ25

ÂŁ18.50

ÂŁ14.50

ÂŁ11.50

ÂŁ49.50

Dirty Dancing Mon - Thu & Fri 5pm ÂŁ44.50 ÂŁ35.50 ÂŁ30.50 ÂŁ19.50 Fri 8.30pm & Sat ÂŁ48.50 We Will Rock You Mon - Thu Fri & Sat BLOC - The King And I

ÂŁ40

ÂŁ37

ÂŁ43.50

ÂŁ40

ÂŁ25

ÂŁ22

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ÂŁ45

ÂŁ25

ÂŁ75

ÂŁ38.50 ÂŁ22.50 ÂŁ34

ÂŁ75

ÂŁ27.50

ÂŁ45

ÂŁ35.50 ÂŁ29.50

ÂŁ55

ÂŁ18

ÂŁ12

ÂŁ35

ÂŁ27

ÂŁ15

ÂŁ15

ÂŁ7.50

ÂŁ7.50

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ÂŁ42.50

Wed mat ÂŁ34.50 ÂŁ30.50 ÂŁ26.50 ÂŁ18.50

ÂŁ37.50

Fri & Sat eve

ÂŁ42

ÂŁ37.50 ÂŁ32.50 ÂŁ22.50

ÂŁ45

Peter Pan All performances ÂŁ28.50 ÂŁ24.50 ÂŁ20.50

ÂŁ33.50

Sister Act Tue - Thu ÂŁ40.50 ÂŁ32.50 ÂŁ26.50 ÂŁ18.50 Fri - Sun Lord Of The Dance Mon eve

ÂŁ45.50

ÂŁ43.50 ÂŁ34.50 ÂŁ28.50 ÂŁ21.50

ÂŁ48.50

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ÂŁ40

ÂŁ36

ÂŁ31

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ÂŁ20

ÂŁ15

ÂŁ10

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ÂŁ27.50 ÂŁ24.50 ÂŁ19.50

ÂŁ14.50

ÂŁ32.50

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ÂŁ33.50 ÂŁ30.50 ÂŁ25.50

ÂŁ17.50

ÂŁ38.50

ÂŁ17.50

ÂŁ35

ÂŁ19.50

ÂŁ15.50

ÂŁ32.50

ÂŁ27.50 ÂŁ23.50

ÂŁ19.50

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ÂŁ35

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ÂŁ25

Roy Chubby Brown

ÂŁ22.50

Super Trouper

ÂŁ19.50

One Night At The Proms

ÂŁ29.50

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ÂŁ19.50

Puppetry Of The Penis In 3D

ÂŁ19.50

Vagina Monologues

ÂŁ20

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll Be The Day

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THE BRISTOL HIPPODROME Announce

THE HOFF starring as HOOK in Peter Pan

FAMILY OFFERS AVAILABL E

ON SALE NOW!

OPENS 10 DECEMBER