The Bristol Hippodrome Brochure Autumn & Winter 2010

barbara windsor

BRITAIN’S FAVOURITE STAR

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dick whittington THE CLASSIC COMEDY PANTOMIME

Autumn & winter 2010 ticketmaster 0844 847 2325 www.bristolhippodrome.org.uk Subject to booking/transaction fee

Starring Marti Webb and Mark Evans

Welcome … to the Autumn and Winter season brochure for The Bristol Hippodrome.

You will see that this brochure has a new look and feel about it – we hope you like the changes and find everything that you need to help make planning your trip to the theatre as easy and enjoyable as possible.

This season is packed full of fantastic shows that all the family can enjoy, including The Sound Of Music, which will be entertaining Bristol audiences for 5 weeks starting in November. We are very lucky to have Connie Fisher, who won BBC’s How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria, along with a supporting cast including Michael Praed and Marilyn Hill Smith. The season also includes Oklahoma! starring Marti Webb; one of the most fun and entertaining operas The Magic Flute performed by Welsh National Opera; and then rounding the year off in true pantomime-style we have the amazing Barbara Windsor, in our family pantomime Dick Whittington.

Our diary for 2011 is already booking up – so please check our website regularly to keep up to date, or join us on Facebook, Twitter, and www.bristolhippodrome.tv for show clips, interviews, and more.

I look forward to welcoming you to our theatre very soon.

Best wishes

Gary Roden General Manager

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.

‘The must see show of the year’, famously opens with Oh, What A Beautiful Mornin and contains a sumptuous and rousing score full of wonderful songs such as The Surrey With The Fringe On Top, People Will Say We’re In Love, Many A New Day, I Cain’t Say No, and the final rousing chorus of Oklahoma – as the music soars the audience is carried along on the emotional journey of one of the most famous love stories in musical history.

The show stars one of Britain’s most popular leading ladies Marti Webb as Aunt Eller (West End credits include Blood Brothers, Tell Me On A Sunday, Song And Dance, Evita, Cats, Thoroughly Modern Millie and many more), and Mark Evans as Curly, (BBC’s Your Country Needs You 2009, Spamalot, Wicked, High School Musical, Rocky Horror Show).

‘The show’s singing and dancing are intoxicating, the live orchestra superb’ Southern Daily Echo

‘A rich, vibrant, exquisitely choreographed toe-tapper of a show’ THE STAGE Tue 28 Sep - Sat 2 Oct Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm livecard Best available £19 opening night Schools 10+ Best available £12 Tue & Wed

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welsh national opera autumn season 2010 - great performances of great operas Tickets £7.50 £39.50

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The Magic Flute

Left Fidelio by Frédéric Desmesure (Opéra National de Bordeaux cast)

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Book four or more operas and get 30% off your tickets This autumn Welsh National Opera performs three highly entertaining masterpieces by three great composers.

The Magic Flute Step into Mozart’s wonderful world of make-believe. The Magic Flute is one of the most fun and entertaining experiences in opera. Join us for this life-enhancing, joyous extravaganza.

Explore The Magic Flute at wnothemagicflute.com Fidelio

The Magic Flute (2005 cast) by Bill Cooper

The Magic Flute (2005 cast), photo by Bill cooper

Beethoven’s glorious opera tells a gripping story of love and heroism with sublime and moving music. Fidelio will take you on a journey from darkness into light with one of the most uplifting finales in opera.

Ariadne auf Naxos The return of a much-loved production of Richard Strauss’ sparkling operatic entertainment. With its masterful mixture of comedy and tragedy - Ariadne auf Naxos promises to make you laugh and cry.

WNO’s performances have English surtitles so it’s easy to follow all the action.

Surtitles may not be visible from all seats, please check with the Box Office when booking.

Welsh National Opera’s 2010/11 season also includes Die Fledermaus (30 March & 1 April 2011) and Il trovatore (31 March & 2 April 2011).

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Tue 19 - Sat 23 Oct Ariadne auf Naxos Tue 7.15pm Fidelio Wed & Fri 7.15pm The Magic Flute Thu & Sat 7.15pm livecard £3 off Tue - Thu (top 4 prices) family tickets The Magic Flute from £40 schools 10+ All £25 tickets for £15, all £15 seats for £7.50

l C G For information about pre-performance talks, family workshops, audio described perfs, post-show talk backs and discussions, please call the Box Office or visit wno.org.uk/extra.

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a half term treat for all the family

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Tale As Old As Time Be Our Guest If I Can’t Love Her Human Again A Change In Me Beauty And The Beast

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Music by

Alan Menken Lyrics by

Howard Ashman & Tim Rice

This amateur production is presented by permission of JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of New York

Book by

Linda Woolverton Directed on Broadway by Robert Jess Roth ‘Once upon a time there lived a young Prince who had everything his heart desired, but was spoilt and selfish.’ So selfish that he is turned into a Beast and his servants into an array of enchanted household articles when he refuses an old beggar woman shelter in his castle in exchange for a beautiful red rose.

We know what the outcome will be, we know the moral of the story, and we know that Beauty is in the soul and always more than skin deep …

With a cast of magical characters and memorable music this family favourite is guaranteed to make you smile and is brought to you

by Award Winning local company, BLOC Productions.

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Tue 26 - Sat 30 Oct Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm livecard £10 off opening night (top 2 prices). under 16s special £10 off (top 2 prices).

The West End production of Guys & Dolls

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To find out more call 0844 499 6677 go to www.LiveCard.co.uk or visit our Box Office in person All offers are subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply.

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‘DEFINITELY ONE OF MY FAVOURITE THINGs - BEG, STEAL OR BORROW A TICKET!’ Southern Daily Echo

Tue 2 Nov - Sat 4 Dec Mon 7pm, Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm Connie Fisher returns as Maria in the world’s best-loved musical, The Sound of Music. Starring alongside Connie are two of the UK’s favourite stage performers; Michael Praed as Captain von Trapp and Marilyn Hill Smith as Mother Abbess.

This lavish and critically acclaimed production comes direct from the London Palladium and tells the uplifting true story of the von Trapp family’s flight across the mountains.

With its unforgettable score and the most memorable songs ever performed on the musical stage including My Favorite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Climb Ev’ry Mountain, The Lonely Goatherd, Sixteen Going On Seventeen, and of course the glorious title song The Sound of Music, it’s the perfect family treat!

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Signed Perf 18 Nov Captioned Perf 17 Nov Audio Described Perf 25 Nov groups 10 + Call 0844 372 7272

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the biggest and best panto starring national treasure, barbara windsor! and

present Saturday 11 December 2010 Sunday 9 January 2011

Starring

Barbara windsor Andy Ford

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eric potts

No one does truly spectacular, star-filled family panto better than The Bristol Hippodrome and this year it’s going to be bigger and better than ever before with the legendary Barbara Windsor from Carry On and EastEnders fame ready to wave her magic wand as Fairy Bowbells in Dick Whittington.

Star of last year’s show Andy Ford returns to the Hippodrome with his madcap comedy as Idle Jack, and star of Coronation Street Eric Potts will be donning some fantastic frocks as Sarah the Cook, along with an amazing supporting cast of 30.

With production values to rival any top West End show, Dick Whittington is sure to be a festive treat for all the family, so ‘turn again’ to the Box Office and book your tickets now!

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£10 off top 2 prices, £7.50 off 3rd price on Tue 14 Dec. Thereafter £5 off

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No concessions 21 Dec - 2 Jan or any Sat eves

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the global phenomenon is back!

the russian state ballet of siberia ‘A show I could see over and over again - and I hope I will!’

Raymond Gubbay presents

Sir Cliff Richard

‘I laughed and I cried and then I rejoiced!’

Baroness Betty Boothroyd

‘Lots of laughs and a few tears.

This show should be on everyone’s calendar’ June Whitfield CBE

‘Funny, charming and a touching tribute to a group of extraordinary, ordinary women’ Ian Hislop

Following an award winning West End run and a sell out, record breaking week in Bristol, Calendar Girls is coming back one last time!

A group of ordinary women do something extraordinary and spark a global phenomenon when they persuade one another to pose for a charity calendar with a difference! Based on an inspiring true story, Calendar Girls is quirky, poignant and hilarious.

Last time, Calendar Girls sold out in Bristol before it even opened, so don’t miss out and book today for the show the Mail on Sunday called ‘marvellous theatre, guaranteed to make you laugh, cry and come out singing Jerusalem!’

Everyone’s raving about Calendar Girls.

Star cast to be announced.

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West End photograph by John Swannell

wed 26 Jan Sat 5 Feb Mon - Sat 7.30pm Thu 27 mat 2.30pm Wed 2 mat 2.30pm Sat mats 2.30pm

PRICES HELD!

livecard £5 off opening night

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Romeo & Juliet Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy is brought to life in this brand new production. Lavish sets and costumes evoke Renaissance Verona with all its bitter family feuds, passionate encounters and tragic twists of fate.

Sleeping Beauty The classic story of love and innocence, mystery and magic.

Stunning choreography, sumptuous costumes and wonderful sets form the fantasy world in which the Lilac Fairy struggles against the evil Carabosse.

Don Quixote This enchanting story of an eccentric, yet noble old gentleman Don Quixote. Love, duels and spectacular choreography combine with a dash of Spanish passion in one of the most beautiful and moving of all ballets.

Swan Lake The greatest romantic ballet of all! From the opulence and splendour of the magnificent court room to the exhilarating lake scenes where swans play in perfect formation, Tchaikovsky’s beautiful music creates a truly unforgettable experience.

mon 14 - sat 19 feb Romeo & Juliet Mon & Tue 7.30pm Sleeping Beauty Wed 2pm & 7.30pm Don Quixote Thu 7.30pm Swan Lake Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm livecard Best available £19.50 opening nights of each ballet schools 10+ £10 per ticket Tue - Fri selected price levels Early Booking Offer £5 off if booked and paid by 30 Nov

l C G groups 10 + Call 0844 372 7272

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starring keith jack! runner up in bbc tv’s any dream will do

the legendary west end and broadway musical comes to bristol!

Bill Kenwright by arrangement with The Really Useful Group presents

‘The show of the century’ ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS Having enjoyed sensational reviews, Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ‘Superb’, ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues to enjoy huge success across the country with standing ovations at every performance.

Keith Jack, the hugely popular runner-up who finished just a hair’s breadth behind winner Lee Mead in hit BBC series Any Dream Will Do, takes on the title role, having won the hearts of the nation with his sparkling charisma and sensational singing voice.

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door To Me and One More Angel.

Joseph bursts on to the stage at the Bristol Hippodrome, so book your tickets now and be part of the magic!

‘it’s utterly irresistible.

GO, GO ,GO JO!’ MAIL ON SUNDAY 14

tue 22 - Sun 27 Feb Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Thu 2.30pm Sat 2pm, Sun 2pm & 5pm LiveCard Best available £13 opening night schools 20+ £8.50 Wed & Thu mats under 16s special £10 per ticket Wed & Thu mats

l C G groups 10 + Call 0844 372 7272

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Strictly Come Dancing’s Craig Revel Horwood directs an amazing new production of Chess featuring a cast of West End stars, actors and musicians including James Fox (Fame Academy, Jesus Christ Superstar), Shona White (Wicked), Daniel Koek (West Side Story), Poppy Tierney (Mary Poppins), James Graeme (The Phantom of the Opera) and David Erik (Dirty Dancing).

Chess has one of the greatest musical theatre scores of all time including One Night In Bangkok, Pity The Child, Anthem, You And I and, of course, I Know Him So Well.

Two of the world’s greatest chess masters battle it out at the world chess championships but their greatest contest is for the love of one woman. Amidst political intrigue and international conspiracies, the American and the Russian fight to win the heart of Florence Vassy in a romantic triangle that mirrors the heightened passions of the Cold War all set to an explosive score by the composers of Mamma Mia and the lyricist of Jesus Christ Superstar and Evita.

‘One of the best rock scores ever produced!’

Time Magazine

Tue 1 - Sat 5 Mar Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm LiveCard Best available £16.25 opening night Schools 10+ £12 per ticket Tue eve & Wed mat

l C G groups 10 + Call 0844 372 7272

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‘FEEL GOOD FACTOR OFF THE SCALE!’

concerts, comedy and kids

GLASGOW HERALD

starring

OLIVIER AWARD WINNING

michael ball

Busting Out!

Vampires Rock

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direct from the edinburgh festival

Steve Steinman plays the supremely evil Baron Von Rockula - owner of the Live and Let Die club, in search of a new bride.

Don’t miss the sell out show that has women cheering on their feet and men gasping with amazement. Join sassy songstress Emma Powell and charismatic comedian Bev Killick and see why over a quarter of a million people Down Under were blown away with their originality, audacity and truly jaw aching (and on occasion, knicker wetting) humour. ‘The audience loved every minute of it’ Dominion Post.

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 We Will Rock You, Bat Out Of Hell, Sweet Child Of Mine and I Love Rock n Roll!

& THE MONKEES’

micky dolenz

The West End’s favourite musical comedy, Hairspray, is coming to Bristol! Starring Michael Ball in the role of his life as Edna and The Monkees’ Micky Dolenz as the loveable Wilbur, Hairspray tells the story of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart as she sets out to follow her extraordinary dreams, inspire her mum and win the boy she loves.

Tue 12 - Sat 30 Apr Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed, Sat & Sun 2.30pm

Hairspray is the musical with everything – the ultimate feel-good show which has played to sold out houses in London, on Broadway and theatres around the globe.

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Big Hair, Big Heart, Big Hit – Book Now!

‘Do whatever you have to to get in - utterly unmissable’ Southern Daily Echo 16

Photography: Tristram Kenton

livecard £15 off opening night (top 2 prices)

groups 10 + Call 0844 372 7272

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flawless chase the dream

The Moody Blues

Tue 21 Sep 7.30pm

Wed 22 Sep 8pm

You have seen them on television, you have seen them at the movies, now see Flawless live at The Bristol Hippodrome this Autumn. North London’s brilliant, ground breaking dance troupe are set to wow the crowds across England this autumn with their breathtaking, debut street dance show, Chase The Dream....

The Moody Blues – Justin Hayward, John Lodge and Graeme Edge have enthralled generations of fans since the 1960’s and their recorded legacy contains some of the most important and ground breaking work in the history of popular music with songs such as Nights In White Satin, Go Now and Forever Autumn (Justin Hayward).

‘You make me proud to be British, this was utter perfection’ Amanda Holden

Don’t miss the opportunity to see this legendary band in concert.

book now 0844 847 2325 (bkg/trans fee)

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concerts, comedy and kids

The Armstrong & Miller Show

peppa pig’s party

Mark Watson Live

sean lock lockipedia

sat 25 - sun 26 sep

Thu 14 Oct 7.30pm

Sat 16 Oct 8pm

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BAFTA Award Winner – Best Comedy Programme

Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends and enjoys her absolute favourite activity – jumping up and down in muddy puddles! This BAFTA award-winning children’s TV show is recreated live on stage featuring beautifully true-to-life puppets, for the first time.

The multi-award winning comedian and host of BBC’s We Need Answers, Mock The Week regular and star of cult Radio 4 series Mark Watson Makes The World Substantially Better.

LOCKIPEDIA Is a brand new stand-up show from the comedian Sean Lock.

Ben Miller and Xander Armstrong will be performing a parade of characters from the TV series including; The street-talking WWII chav pilots; Brabbins and Fyffe, the filthy alter-egos of Flanders and Swann; and so many more…

LOCKIPEDIA Is a very unreliable, misleading but highly entertaining information resource.

Mark Watson finally returns to the road in the UK, with his most personal, surprising, and funniest show yet following total sell-out seasons at the Montreal, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh Festivals.

LOCKIPEDIA Is Sloppy Knowledge.

LOCKIPEDIA Is what Sean ‘knows’ about stuff.

LOCKIPEDIA Can only be accessed live.

LOCKIPEDIA Is funny.

www.peppapiglive.com

roy chubby brown

that’ll be the day

One Night Of Elvis

sally morgan

Mon 11 Oct 7.30pm

brand new 25th anniversary tour

The Legend Continues

psychic sally on the road

Roy Chubby Brown is back in town….

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

The UK’s most successful touring rock ‘n’ roll production returns with a special 25th Anniversary show.

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

Trevor, Gary and the gang return with the show’s ‘greatest hits’ featuring the most popular feel-good comedy routines and favourite hits from the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s which have been performed in the show over the last 25 years.

Don’t miss this remarkable Elvis tribute show.

It’s like no other Elvis Presley show with the remarkable tribute artist Lee ‘Memphis’ King awarded the ultimate accolade of World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist at the Collingwood Elvis Festival held annually in Canada - the largest and most respected Elvis tribute contest and Elvis festival in the world today.

Fresh from her new TV Series - Psychic Sally On The Road on LIVING TV, Britain’s best loved celebrity psychic returns by overwhelming public demand. Famous for her work with the late Princess Diana, her reputation has been built from her close relationship with many high profile celebrities. Sally now brings her amazing abilities and her tremendous personality to the stage.

A must see for all ‘Elvis’ fans!

www.sallymorgan.tv

www.thatllbetheday.com

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concerts, comedy and kids

Andy Ford

Abba Forever Live In Concert

The Naked Truth

The Magic Of Motown

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sun 13 feb 7.30pm l G C

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Family friendly comedian and pantomime favourite, Andy Ford, returns to The Bristol Hippodrome once more for his Live Bristol show.

Don’t miss this hilarious West Country comedian on stage with surprise guests. Watch this space for more!

The unique Abba look and sound is replicated with an incredible attention to detail as the wonderful lyrics penned by Benny and Bjorn are sung in brilliant harmony by all six performers on stage. Dynamic non-stop choreography, stunning visuals, top-class musicianship and an ALL-LIVE performance ensures that the ABBA Forever show captivates audiences from the opening refrain to the final sing-along chorus of this two-hour spectacular.

Maureen Nolan, Claire King and Michelle Heaton star in this hit comedy that has had standing ovations throughout the UK. Set in a pole-dancing class this is a brilliantly funny play.

Get ready - the UK’s favourite live Motown show returns bigger than ever before!

chuckle brothers

Halfway To Paradise

Thomas And Friends Live!

john cleese

barry potty and his full blood brother

The Billy Fury Story

a circus comes to town

Alimony tour

Mon 7 Mar 7.30pm C G

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Tue 21 Jun 7.30pm

The story of a shy young boy from Liverpool who went on to become one of Britain’s best loved rock stars. Now in its 15th year and still furiously rockin’, his own band, Fury’s Tornados, re-play live his timeless 29 hit records - Last Night Was Made For Love, I Will, Jealousy, Halfway To Paradise and many more. Add the beautiful voice of Colin Gold and you have a night blessed by heaven!

Sat 11am, 2pm & 5pm, Sun 11am & 2pm C

For the first time ever, in the summer of 2011, comedy legend and the most senile member of Monty Python will be bringing his Alimony Tour to the UK. Best known for his idiosyncratic turns in Monty Python’s Flying Circus and Fawlty Towers, John Cleese will bring his unique comedic perspective to audiences across the UK next year.

sun 20 feb 2.30pm Paul and Barry Chuckle return to the stage following their successful shows, A Chuckle Christmas and Chuckle Trek. Bring the whole family along to see your favourite television stars live in their spectacular show, full of magic, wizardry, laughter, fun, potion making…. And lots of custard-pie throwing!

Fun and laughter for all the family.

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Five women struggle to conquer pole-dancing for a breast cancer charity event. They share laughter and tears in this hilarious, ultimately moving play.

It’s poignant and uplifting, celebrating strength through adversity.

Here it comes – the Stateside smash hit authentically recreates sublime harmonies, slick moves, stylish looks and legendary musicianship.

It’s on its way – performing solid-gold hits from The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Mary Wells, Martha Reeves, Lionel Richie. www.easytheatres.com

When Thomas makes a big mistake, all the engines on the Island of Sodor must work together to prepare for the exciting event under the Big Top. In this fun filled family show, Percy, James, Gordon and of course Thomas join the townspeople to welcome a colourful cast of circus performers in a story that demonstrates the importance of friendship and cooperation.

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Only one concession applicable per ticket and all concessions are subject to availability. Some concessions are subject to quota control and are not available on all performances. The information in this brochure is correct at time of going to press. Management reserve the right to amend details at a later date where necessary.

RNID typetalk BT is also available by calling 0844 277 9856 (24 hrs).

This brochure is also available in large print. Email trishhodson@ theambassadors. com to order your free copy Children Where there is a children’s price the concession applies to children up to, and including the age of 16. Children under the age of 2 may only attend specific children’s productions which in this brochure includes Dick Whittington, The Chuckle Brothers and Peppa Pig, they will be classed as ‘babes in arms’, and as such will not be allocated a seat.

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Access 4 All The ground floor has access for wheelchair users and people with limited mobility, please contact the venue for details. There is stair access only in the theatre to Grand and Upper Circle areas. There is an induction loop and infra red system available. For further information on all our services and facilities for patrons with disabilities, including captioned, signed and audio described performances, or to make your access booking, contact the Access Team on 0117 302 3222 (voice or minicom Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm) or email trishhodson@ theambassadors.com

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Closest parking is located behind The Bristol Hippodrome on Trenchard Street (accessible from Park Row/Perry Road) or Pipe Lane.

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; 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 award-winning 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 coproductions include The Misanthrope starring Damian Lewis and Keira Knightley; Legally Blonde, West Side Story, Guys and Dolls and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard.

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PRICES

PRICES

Oklahoma Tue - Thu eves & Sat mat Wed mat Fri & Sat eve

ABBA Forever

Beauty And The Beast Welsh National Opera The Sound of Music Tue - Sat Mon eve, Wed mat & previews

£13.50 £11 £16.50

£20.50 £17 £25.50

£25.50 £19.50 £30.50

£30.50 £24.50 £33.50

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£12

£17.50

£21.50

£24.50

-

£7.50

£15

£25

£33

£39.50

£17.50

£26.50

£35.50

£40.50

-

£25

£31

£35

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Dick Whittington

£19.50

£27

£29

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Calendar Girls Mon - Thu & Wed mat Fri & Sat

£12.50 £14.50

£17.50 £20.50

£25.50 £28.50

£27.50 £30

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Raymond Gubbay Ballet Mon - Sat eves & Sat mat Wed mat

£13.50 £11.50

£22.50 £13.50

£29.50 £15.50

£32.50 £17.50

£36.50 £21.50

Joseph Tue - Thu eves Wed & Thu mats Fri - Sun

£16 £13 £17

£21 £15 £23

£23 £18 £25

£26 £21 £27

Chess Tue - Thu & Sat mat Wed mat Fri & Sat eve

£17.50 £15.50 £19.50

£23.50 £18.50 £26.50

£28.50 £23.50 £30.50

£32.50 £27.50 £34.50

Hairspray Tue - Thu Fri - Sun

£18.50 £21.50

£26.50 £28.50

£32.50 £34.50

£40.50 £43.50

Busting Out

All tickets £18

# Vampires Rock

All tickets £24.50

# Flawless

All tickets £19.50

§ The Moody Blues

All tickets £37.50

§ The Armstrong & Miller Show

All tickets £21

# Peppa Pig’s Party

£13.50

£15.50

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All tickets £13.50

£18

£20

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# The Naked Truth

£17.50

£19.50

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# The Magic Of Motown

£20.50

£23

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£21

£30.50

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Thomas & Friends

All tickets £17 £33.50

Fees Per ticket fees - tickets purchased via the internet or Ticketmaster telephone bookings are subject to a booking fee varying from £2.35 - £6.25 per ticket dependent on ticket price and production.

Transaction fee – tickets purchased via the internet or Ticketmaster telephone bookings are subject to a handling fee of £3.75 - £4 per transaction, or £5.25 when tickets are sent by registered post/special delivery.

Credit Card Fees – certain shows are subject to a venue credit card fee of either £1.50 or a 10% charge (minimum £1.50) when purchasing in person at the venue Box Office. Shows where the credit card fee of £1.50 fee applies are indicated with # on the price list, and shows with a 10% charge are indicated with §.

There are three floors in the auditorium: Upper Circle – Top floor area (bench style seats) Grand Circle - First Floor area Stalls – Ground floor area Boxes – Available at the rear and sides of the auditorium (not sold online).

Toilets, kiosks and bars are located on all floors.

UPPER CIRCLE

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All tickets £21

£17

£21.50

£23.50

§ Mark Watson

All tickets £17.50

§ Sean Lock

All tickets £19.50

# One Night Of Elvis

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£19.50

GRAND CIRCLE

# Roy Chubby Brown # That’ll Be The Day

The Billy Fury Story

§ John Cleese £15

£18.50

The Chuckle Brothers

£20

£22

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# Sally Morgan

All tickets £21.50

# Andy Ford

All tickets £16.50

STALLS STAGE

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Seating plans, price breaks and prices may vary for some productions.

For detailed information on seating, please see online or ask at time of booking.

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What’s On

Sep

2 - 4

7

11

13 - 18

19

20

21

22

23

25 - 26 28 - 2 Oct

George’s Marvellous Medicine The Drifters 80’s Mania Spamalot Busting Out Vampires Rock Flawless The Moody Blues The Armstrong & Miller Show Peppa Pig’s Party Oklahoma!

Oct

10

11

12

13

14

16

17

Dara O Briain SOLD OUT Roy Chubby Brown That’ll Be The Day Dara O Briain Mark Watson Sean Lock John Barrowman

19 20 & 22 21 & 23 26 - 30

Ariadne auf Naxos Fidelio The Magic Flute BLOC Beauty And The Beast

Nov 2 - 4 Dec The Sound Of Music Dec 11 - 9 Jan Dick Whittington

Jan

26 - 5 Feb Calendar Girls

Feb

9

10

11

13

14 & 15

16

One Night of Elvis The Legend Continues Psychic Sally On The Road Andy Ford Abba Forever Live In Concert Romeo & Juliet Sleeping Beauty

17 18 & 19 20 22 - 27

Don Quixote Swan Lake The Chuckle Brothers Joseph

Mar

1 - 5

7

8 & 9

10

12 & 13

14 - 19 30 & 1 Apr 31 & 2 Apr

Chess Halfway To Paradise - The Billy Fury Story The Naked Truth The Magic Of Motown Thomas And Friends Live! On Stage Buddy Die Fledermaus il Trovatore

Apr

3 Lenny Henry in Cradle to Rave

12 - 30 Hairspray

Jun 21 John Cleese