Followingonfromthesuccessofourfirst fullyproduced,five-starmusical The Jingleclaw,wearedelightedtoannounceour next ‘MyFirstMusical’, NoSuchThingas Wolves.JoinHettietheHedgehogandfriends forafunfilled,musicalwoodlandadventure thisDecember,inourPatrickStudio.
CameronMackintosh and Disney’s spectacularproductionoftheclassic multiaward-winningmusical MARY POPPINS isembarkingonaUKand IrelandtourandisflyingtoBirmingham HippodromefromWed16Julfor6 weeksonly.
Basedonthestoriesof P.L.Travers and the WaltDisney film,thestoryofthe World’sfavouritenannyarrivingon CherryTreeLaneisevenmoremagical thaneverbefore,featuringdazzling choreography,incredibleeffectsand unforgettablesongs.
Thetimelessscoreincludestheclassic songsby RichardM.Sherman and RobertB.Sherman; JollyHoliday, StepinTime,Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and FeedtheBirds, withnew songsandadditionalmusicandlyrics bytheOlivieraward-winningBritish teamof GeorgeStiles and Anthony Drewe
Sat 18 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2.30pm & 7.30pm20
Mon 20 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Tue 21 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2pm & 7.30pm 20
Wed 22 Black Power Desk 7.15pm 29
Wed 22 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Thu 23 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2pm & 7.30pm 20
Thu 23 Black Power Desk 7.15pm 29
Fri 24 Black Power Desk 7.15pm 29
Fri 24 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Sat 25 Black Power Desk 2pm & 7.15pm 29
Sat 25 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2.30pm & 7.30pm20
Mon 27 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Tue 28 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Wed 29 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Thu 30 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2pm & 7.30pm 20
Fri 31 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Nov
Sat 1 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2.30pm & 7.30pm 20
Mon 3 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Tue 4 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Wed 5 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Thu 6 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2pm & 7.30pm 20
Fri 7 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Sat 8 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2.30pm & 7.30pm 20
Mon 10 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Tue 11 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Wed 12 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20
Thu 13 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2pm & 7.30pm 20 Fri 14 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 7.30pm 20 Sat 15 Moulin Rouge! The Musical 2.30pm & 7.30pm 20 Fri 21 BRB - The Nutcracker 7.30pm 30 Sat 22 BRB - The Nutcracker 2.30pm & 7.30pm 30 Sun 23 BRB - The Nutcracker 1pm 30 Wed 26 BRB - The Nutcracker 7.30pm 30
27 BRB - The Nutcracker 2pm & 7.30pm 30
28 BRB - The Nutcracker 7.30pm 30
29 BRB - The Nutcracker 2.30pm & 7.30pm 30
30 BRB - The Nutcracker 1pm 30
Dec
Tue 2 BRB - The Nutcracker 12.45pm & 7.30pm30 Wed 3 BRB - The Nutcracker 7.30pm 30 Thu 4 BRB - The Nutcracker 2pm & 7.30pm 30 Fri 5 BRB - The Nutcracker 7.30pm 30 Sat 6 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am 26 Sat 6 BRB - The Nutcracker 2.30pm & 7.30pm30 Sun 7 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am 26 Sun 7 BRB - The Nutcracker 1pm 30
Tue 9 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm 26 Tue 9 BRB - The Nutcracker 2pm & 7.30pm 30
Wed 10 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm26 Wed 10 BRB - The Nutcracker 7.30pm 30 Thu 11 BRB - The Nutcracker 2pm & 7.30pm 30 Thu 11 No Such Thing As Wolves 4.30pm 26 Fri 12 No Such Thing As Wolves 1pm & 4.30pm 26 Fri 12 BRB - The Nutcracker 7.30pm 30
Sat 13 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm 26
Sat 13 BRB - The Nutcracker 1pm & 6pm 30 Sun 14 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm26 Tue 16 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm 26
Wed 17 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm26
Thu 18 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm26
Fri 19 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm26
Sat 20 No Such Thing As Wolves 10.15am & 1.30pm26 Sat 20 Robin Hood 2.30pm & 7.15pm31 Sun 21 No Such Thing As Wolves 1pm & 4.30pm 26
Sun 21 Robin Hood 1pm & 5.15pm 31
Mon 22 Robin Hood 2.30pm & 7.15pm31
Tue 23 Robin Hood 2.30pm & 7.15pm31
Wed 24 Robin Hood 1pm & 5.15pm 31
Fri 26 Robin Hood 1pm & 5.15pm 31
Sat 27 Robin Hood 2.30pm & 7.15pm31
Sun 28 Robin Hood 1pm & 5.15pm 31
Mon 29 Robin Hood 2.30pm & 7.15pm31
Tue 30 Robin Hood 2.30pm & 7.15pm31
Wed 31 Robin Hood 1pm & 5.15pm 31
Audio Described Performance
Captioned Performance
BSL Interpreted Performance Touch Tour
Performance
Please note: These diagrams are a guide and not an accurate representation of seating positions. Stalls Rows A - D are not used for Opera and Ballet performances. Other variations may apply due to technical reasons.
Due to potentially restricted views of the stage and the technical requirements of specific productions, boxes may be unavailable to purchase. They are often made available for sale closer to the time over the phone only. If you would like to enquire about a box for a specific performance, please contact us on 0121 689 3000.
Stalls Circle
Hidden-Motionhouse
Internationallyrenowneddance-circus company Motionhouse returnswithits brand-newproduction Hidden
Fromtheproducersof Hairspray, The FullMonty and Shrek,thissparkling musicalextravaganzaispackedwith jaw-droppingdanceroutines,eyepoppingcostumes,andaniconic
You can book or reserve tickets, become a Friend, reserve a table in our lounges, make a donation or ask us a question:
Online birminghamhippdrome.com
Phone
Mon-Fri 10am-6pm (closed on weekends and bank holidays)
Information & Sales 0121 689 3000
Groups 10+ 0121 689 3010
Access Bookings 0121 689 1060
Post-purchase Enquiries 0121 689 1070
In Person
Our reception on Thorp Street Mon-Fri 10am-5pm Pre-show sales counter 1 hour before a performance, until 30 minutes after the show starts.
Payment & Tickets
We accept most major credit and debit cards (excluding American Express) as well as Birmingham Hippodrome vouchers.
Following payment, we’ll send e-tickets no later than 2 weeks before a performance date unless booked within that period.
Refund Protection
We offer refund protection on your booking. Protection covers injury, illness, travel trouble and unexpected events. Full details can be found in the terms and conditions on our website.
Conditions of Sales
Full terms and conditions are available at birminghamhippodrome.com or you can call us on 0121 689 3000 and ask one of our friendly team.
We are easy to find and centrally located with easy access from New Street and Moor Street stations, the West Midlands Metro and many bus routes. For further details, see tfwm.org.uk.
We are dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for all visitors, staff, and performers. Visit birminghamhippodrome.com/mutual-respect for more info.
For full details on parking, travel, The Circle Lounge, bars and facilities, please go to birminghamhippodrome.com/yourvisit.
Birmingham Hippodrome is now a cashless venue.
Children
As very young children can get bored or easily upset by special effects, we do not admit children under 3 into the majority of our main house performances. Please check individual show age guidance on our website.
We welcome young children for our family shows and indicate terms or prices for babes in arms (18 months and under). Please book babes in arms in advance. Everyone admitted to the theatre needs a ticket.
Under 13s must be accompanied by an adult so we know they are safe.
Artistic Director & Chief Executive Officer: Jon Gilchrist
Access Registration & Information
For listings of access performances, information on our registration scheme and for details of our facilities please visit birminghamhippodrome.com/access
We are pleased to have launched our Access Registration scheme in partnership with Nimbus Disability, now allowing online booking alongside our phone and in-person service.
Visually-impaired
Guide dogs are very welcome in the theatre and can be looked after by staff during performances. Should you require a seat close to entrances, please ask when booking. Please book your guide dog in with Ticket Sales in advance of your visit.
Touch Tours take place alongside audio-described performances. Times are confirmed 2-3 weeks in advance.
Deaf, deafened and hard-of-hearing If you’d like a receiver, just ask at the Access Assistance Desk, located at our main entrance.
Impaired mobility
Automatic doors and lifts are available and we have wheelchair positions in our main auditorium and Patrick Studio. We have accessible unisex and ambulant disabled toilets on all levels and in The Circle Lounge, plus low-level counter service.
Please let us know when booking your ticket if you need any additional help with your visit.
Enjoy your next visit!
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this brochure, changes may occur.
A note on ticket prices, discounts and charges
• All ticket prices listed in this brochure and elsewhere are subject to change at any time.
• In response to demand we may adapt prices, seating areas and discounting, and availability of concessions or discounts may be limited at our discretion.
• Check online at birminghamhippodrome.com or call us on 0121 689 3000 for current prices.
• Tickets for selected events may include a levy retained by Birmingham Hippodrome.
• We will always endeavour to keep discounts as generous as possible so that no bookers are at a disadvantage.
• Discounts vary, cannot be combined nor applied retrospectively, and may be restricted or limited and are generally available on presentation of valid ID.
• On occasion ticket agents may sell on our behalf. Please check their charges when booking.
• We have changed our telephone numbers to 0121 numbers. 0844 numbers will remain in place whilst we transition to our new numbers. Please note that calls to these lines cost 4.5p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.
Birmingham Hippodrome’s Board: Andrew Connors • Ranjit Dhindsa • Andrew Hammond • Vidar Hjardeng MBE • Immy Kaur • Elizabeth Lawal • Catherine Mallyon (Chair) • Harj Millington (Deputy Chair) • Suzie Norton • Jacqui O’Hanlon • Dr Tru Powell • Rob Valentine • Dr Justin Varney-Bennett •
Special Adviser: Sir John Crabtree OBE
thank you
Major Gifts
...to all our supporters - major donors, patrons, sponsors, corporate patrons, and Trusts & Foundations - for helping us to create opportunities for everyone to access the arts.
We hope you share our belief in the value of arts and culture for communities here in the West Midlands and will help us bring our charitable ambitions to life. Because Arts Matter!
Charles Holloway OBE, Founding Supporter - New Musical Theatre Department
Mrs A Cole • The late Thelma Justham • Dr Gavin Ralston • The late Mr J Weston • Anonymous Donors
Hippodrome Circle Patrons
Jane & Ann Allsop • Mark Hopton • Maureen & Roy Kirby • Mark & Amanda Smith • Paul Twose
The Dickens Foundation • Daphne & Liz Hall • The Sebbie Hall Kindness Foundation • Janette Rutter • Sebbie Hall Kindness Foundation • Helen Thompson • Tim & June Watts • Anonymous Donors
Mark, Liz & Holly Abrol • Janet Chance & Tony Davis • John & Heather Clemson • Nicola Fleet-Milne • Davinia & Matthew Gransbury • Andy & Rebecca Hammond • Rachel & Graham Hill • Vanessa James • Alison & Jamie Justham • Debbie & Mark Lilburne •
Michael & Cerys Luckman • Jeremy & Harjinder Millington • John & Sandra Phenix • Tony & Julie Phillips • Margaret & Nigel Plumley • Paul Puttergill • David Renton & Mark Lattimore • Steve & Suzie Whittern • Neil & Polly Wilson • Anonymous Patrons
Supporting Cast Patrons
Mary & David Ayres • Christine Bachelor • Simon Bashford • Kelly Beckett • Simon & Amanda Boardman-Weston • Sandra Brown & Carol McKinley • Colleen & Kevin Budge • Richard Burke • Marie Bushell, Connor Sherry & Jaydon Bushell • Kathy & Ed Catchpole • Andrew & Sarah Connors • Adrian Cox • Marcus & Linda Daly • Ros & Trevor Davies • Gareth & Jane Edwards • Patricia Etchells • Mark Forty • Katie Fraser • Mick & Sue Gower • Sara Griffiths • Martin & Roni Guest • Deborah Install • David & Wendy Jackson • John Jeremy & Pamela Buckley • Jan Johnson • Andy Le Marr • Maureen Levermore • Anne McKee & Pat Alsop • Lynne Myers • Emma & Peter Neads • Katie Newbon • Mrs Jill Parker • Lee Parry • Tony & Judy Pickard • John & Jill Queenan • Dr Gavin Ralston • Dr Christopher & Mrs Maureen Reynolds • David & Jane Richardson • Emma Rowley • Mary Shaw • Philip & Keira Shorey • Sukhvinder Singh • Wendy Smith & Family • Christine Spittle • Gwen Stephens & Christine Bellingham • Glynis Troth • Mrs Ann Wailing & Mrs Vanessa Ottley • Joel Wata • Anonymous Patrons
Gifts in Wills
Special thanks to our legacy pledgers, and other donors who prefer to remain anonymous, who have left a gift to the theatre in their will. Paul Callas • Terry & Yvonne Gateley • Lara Ratnaraja • Janette Rutter • The late Mr J Weston
Get in touch: to find out more about how you can play your part, please email fundraising@birminghamhippodrome.com or call 0121 689 3068 to start the conversation.
Development Partners
Corporate Supporters
Festival Supporters
Trusts & Foundations
Associate Partners
Corporate Members Professional Polishing Services Ltd • Squire Patton Boggs • SX Media • Trowers & Hamlins Good Company Club
Baron Davenport’s Charity • Birmingham Bodenham Trust • The Bishop of Birmingham Charitable Trust • The Charles Michael Holloway Charitable Trust • Creative Futures Fund • The D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust • The Eveson Trust • The Grimmitt Trust • Hortons’ Social Purpose Committee • IMI Charitable Trust • The Oakley Charitable Trust • The Owen Family Trust • Property for Kids • The Reed Foundation • Richardson Brothers Foundation • The Saintbury Trust • The Sebbie Hall Kindness Foundation • The Squire Patton Boggs Charitable Trust
We look forward to welcoming you to the Hippodrome ‘family’ of supporterstogether we can make a real difference.
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