December 2023 - April 2024 Season Brochure by Buxton Opera House

Dec 2023 – Apr 2024

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Cinderella Fri 8 Dec 2023 – Mon 1 Jan 2024

Welcome to Buxton Opera House & Pavilion Arts Centre! As 2023 draws to a close, we are looking forward to yet another spectacular pantomime season with Cinderella! We are thrilled to welcome back Buxton favourites James Holmes as an Ugly Sister and the wonderful Georgia Gallagher as Cinderella. Making his first appearance in Buxton as our second Ugly Sister is the amazing David Dale, in what will be his 30th pantomime! For those aged 3-8 years and their families, our brand-new production of Hare & Tortoise in the Pavilion Arts Centre might be just the ticket! This seasonal musical play is especially designed for our younger audiences and is the perfect introduction to theatre. As we enter 2024, the exciting programme continues with a line up of top artists and companies including the return of English Touring Opera, Northern Ballet, Varna International Ballet with The Nutcracker and Swan Lake or if Strictly Come Dancing has had you glued to the television, then Giovanni Pernice

will be here to entertain you in February. Building on the success of Little Shop of Horrors and Sweeney Todd, we are thrilled to announce that our 2024 community production will be Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sensational Evita! Auditions will take place on Saturday 6 January. Please check the website for more information. Following the recent sell out run at Buxton Opera House, our hugely successful co-production of The Full Monty is now on a national tour which includes visits to Liverpool Empire and Manchester Opera House in early 2024. This brand new production, in partnership with the Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, would not have been possible without the generous support from Arts Council England.

Sleeping Beauty 2023. Photo by David John King.

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The Full Monty 2023

Our newly appointed National Portfolio Status has also provided vital investment to expand our Learning and Engagement offering and increase access to theatre in Buxton and beyond. Over the past 6 months we have been able to support community participation and emerging performers in our spring community production of Little Shop of Horrors and launch a brand new singing group for people living with cancer in Chesterfield.

December to develop access to the arts in the High Peak, as well as 10 public performances in the Pavilion Arts Centre from Saturday 16 – Sunday 24 December.

We have also invested in our Technical Youth Theatre and Youth Theatre programmes. In October we launched our brand-new youth theatre festival, FUSE, which welcomed an exciting programme of theatre practitioners who inspired, challenged, and encouraged our young participants to take part in workshops covering everything from Shakespeare to short films.

This funding has also allowed us to offer an increased programme of accessible performances to ensure as many people as possible are able to enjoy our shows. Take a look at our upcoming accessible performances overleaf.

Our Learning & Engagement team have also been busy producing our first in-house winter production of Hare & Tortoise. The show will be heading out on a schools tour this

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Thanks to Arts Council funding our Learning & Engagement team have been out and about in local schools, both providing an artist in residence delivering drama and music sessions to all years, and running after school drama and musical theatre clubs.

For more venue news and exclusive content, you can follow us on social media or sign up to our mailing lists to ensure you never miss a moment. In the meantime, I’d like to thank you for supporting us as your local theatre and we look forward to welcoming you through our doors soon! Paul Kerryson, CEO

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Wet Wet Wet The British pop legends perform their incredible catalogue of songs.

LYRICS BY TIM RICE MUSIC BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

Evita The 7-Tony Award-winning musical follows the story of the young and ambitious Eva Peron’s meteoric rise to sainthood, directed by Paul Kerryson.

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Sophie McCartney Join award-winning comedian Sophie McCartney as she ventures into the perilous world of parenthood.

From show-stopping music to mesmerising dance, here are a few of our season highlights… A Buxton Opera House Production

HARE & TORTOISE by Brendan Murray

Hare & Tortoise A seasonal musical play for 3-8 year olds and their families. 4

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Varna International Ballet Varna International Ballet return with two classic productions of The Nutcracker and Swan Lake.

ACCESS FOR EVERYONE!

At Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Arts Centre we are committed to ensuring as many people as possible can enjoy the magic of live performance. Across our season we offer a range of accessible performances including, British Sign Language Interpreted and Relaxed performances. BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETED PERFORMANCES

RELAXED & AUTISM FRIENDLY PERFORMANCES (R)

In a visible position, an interpreter will sign the spoken word and heard elements of the performance. Hare & Tortoise Sun 24 Dec, 10am Cinderella (Panto) Thu 28 Dec, 5.30pm Evita Sun 28 Apr, 3pm

A relaxed performance is a show that’s been adapted to suit people who have additional needs or find going to the theatre daunting. Cinderella (Panto) Wed 13 Dec, 5.30pm Hare & Tortoise Sun 17 Dec, 10am Northern Ballet’s Tortoise and the Hare Tue 20 Feb, 6pm

If you have any additional requirements or require specific seats, please speak to our friendly Box Office team when you book your tickets. Further accessible performances may be scheduled throughout the year. Please visit our website for the full listing.

THE PERFECT GIFT! Be a part of the furniture, literally, at Buxton Opera House. Whether it’s for a loved one, for yourself, or just your way of helping us, you can have a presence in our beautiful theatre for just £1000. What you will receive: a shiny brass plaque inscribed with the wording of your choice, certificate acknowledging your location and an invitation for you to visit your named seat. For more information, please contact Hayley in our Development team on 01298 211866 or hkardahji@boh.org.uk. BUXTONOPERAHOUSE.ORG.UK

DID YOU KNOW? • We are a registered charity • Only 34% of our income comes from the sale of tickets • It costs over £1million each year just to keep our doors open • We bring 450 shows a year into Buxton • Your donation will directly support two vital areas of work: – 1 20 Fund – helping to protect our beautiful theatre – O pportunities for all – ensuring everyone in our community can access an Opera House experience

Buxton Opera House attracts 200,000 visitors into Buxton every year who spend with local businesses supporting jobs and employment in pubs, bars, restaurants, hotels, shops, transport and other businesses. Platform 3 currently works with over 1000 young people and adults through its artistic programme and its extensive community and Learning & Engagement work.

YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE Donations big and small really do make a huge impact. There are so many ways you can help us. Please consider making a gift when purchasing your ticket, set up a regular donation or just pop into our wonderful theatre to make a donation. Your support means so much to us. For more information, please contact Hayley on 01298 211 866 or email hkardahji@boh.org.uk.

SPONSORSHIP

Our exciting range of sponsorship packages give your business the opportunity to do something truly special, promoting your brand whilst also supporting your theatre and community. We have a flexible range of benefits to suit your needs, from PR and advertising to exclusive use of our private VIP lounge and glamorous theatre boxes.

Our Cavendish Business Club is a great way to support your local community and promote your business. As a business based in Buxton, we were keen to support other business in the local area. We chose to support the Opera House as it is the focal point for Buxton town centre and operates in a sector, hardest hit during the covid pandemic.” – Richard Austin, Sigma6

A huge thank you to our current members, your support means so much to all of us here at Buxton Opera House and your help goes a long way.

THANK YOU

Thank you to our supporters, whose generosity helps us to continue to thrive. Your support is vital to our success and hugely appreciated.

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Platform 3 – Engage – Create – Perform Platform 3 is the Learning and Engagement programme shared by Buxton Opera House and Buxton International Festival. Set up with the aim of engaging young people and the community, Platform 3 has exciting activities for all ages. Join us for a weekly group, a school event, or for holiday fun. Make new friends, discover new art forms and become part of the Platform 3 family.

Platform 3 – your creative journey starts here!

Adult Readers Group

Kaleidoscope Community Choir

Tuesdays 10.30am-12pm Join us for Platform 3’s very own Book Club, every Tuesday during term time. A light-hearted and refreshing opportunity to explore new novels and plays or revisit your favourite ones. Sessions will involve ice breakers and introductions to each text, lively discussions and accessible activities on the themes and characters. Texts are available to borrow on the day, but readers can also bring their own copies. Suitable for ages 18+. Tickets: £6 (6 week block £30)

Tuesdays 1pm-2pm If you love to sing then come and join our friendly Kaleidoscope Choir. From choral classics and favourite hymns to pop and folk, you don’t have to audition to be part of the choir. Just come along and join us for an hour of singing in the Pavilion Arts Centre each Tuesday from 1pm. Tickets: £5 in advance, £6 on the door

Buxton Film Shorts Are you a short film maker? Following on from our successful exhibition of short films in July 2023, we’ll be inviting new entries in spring 2024. Go to www.buxtonfilm.org.uk for more information.

Monday 12 – Friday 23 August (10 days, Monday – Friday) Performances: Friday 23 August 4pm & 7pm Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It’s a “big bright beautiful world” as everyone’s favourite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family. Join us to rehearse and perform this fabulous fun-filled musical! Participation fee: £250 I Performance tickets: £7 I Suitable for ages: 9 – 18

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Buxton Opera House Young Company Young Company is Buxton Opera House’s flagship youth theatre group for anyone aged 6-19 with an interest in drama. Led by Karina Tomlinson, Anna Berentzen and Kitty Randle, Young Company provides a creative hub for young people where they can experiment, develop and fine tune their creative skills in both performance and production, in a safe and supportive environment, with the full support of our professional team. Each week members will develop their performance skills through physical theatre, script work and improvisation. Meeting every Wednesday during term time in the Pavilion Arts Centre, the groups will perform regularly to family and friends. As part of the membership there will be exciting opportunities for Young Company members to meet the cast from touring companies and work with theatre professionals throughout the year. We have two intakes in September and January. Contact Kerry Allsop for more information: kallsop@boh.org.uk. Juniors (Age 6-9) 4pm-5.15pm I Inters (Age 10-13) 5.30pm-6.45pm I Seniors (Age 14-19) 7pm-8.30pm Term fees: £90

Tech Youth Theatre: Introduction to Technical Theatre Monday 19 February Join a member of the technical team at Buxton Opera House for a hands-on introduction to sound and lighting. During this 3 hour session you will have an exclusive look backstage and discover how lighting and sound design works from a professional technician. This session is intended for people who haven’t completed our previous introductory courses. 10am – 1pm I 2pm – 5pm Tickets: £15 Limited bursary tickets are available for people receiving income support. Email kallsop@boh.org.uk for more information and to see if you are eligible.

Contemporary Youth Dance Company – performers required! Platform 3’s Contemporary Youth Dance Company is a performance based group for dancers aged 12-18. The company meet on specific dates throughout the year to create and rehearse for key events. Our next project is Making Space in March 2024, where the company will open both evenings with a brand new piece of choreography. Project dates: Devising day: Saturday 10 February 10am–4pm Rehearsals: Tuesday 13 February 5pm–7pm & Tuesday 27 February 5pm–7pm Technical rehearsal: Tuesday 12 March 5pm–7pm Performances: Monday 18 March 7pm & Tuesday 19 March 7.30pm Project price: £50 (including devising day and all rehearsals) For more information and to sign up please email Kerry Allsop: kallsop@boh.org.uk.

Work Experience 2024 Monday 1 – Friday 12 July After the success of our 2023 programme, we will once again be offering a unique 2 week work experience placement in summer 2024, introducing you to the world of theatre. Places are available for actors and technicians aged 14-18 years. Closing date for applications: Friday 26 January 2024

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DECEMBER

A BUXTON OPERA HOUSE PRODUCTION

DAVID DALE

AS UGLY SISTER

GEORGIA GALLAGHER AS CINDERELLA

JAMES HOLMES AS UGLY SISTER

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FRIDAY 8 DECEMBER 2023 – MONDAY 1 JANUARY 2024

Working all day long, completing chores and being taunted by her ugly stepsisters is all Cinderella has ever known, that is until her Fairy Godmother makes all her wishes come true… Following the success of last year’s spectacular Sleeping Beauty, the same incredible team bring you another year of wonderful music, the finest comedy routines, and a sprinkle of Christmas magic. It’s a pantomime for the whole family to enjoy! The clock is ticking, book the best seats before it’s too late!

Performances: Fri 8 Dec 1pm Sat 9 Dec 1pm Sat 9 Dec 5.30pm Mon 11 Dec 10am Mon 11 Dec 1.30pm Tue 12 Dec 10am Tue 12 Dec 1.30pm Wed 13 Dec 1pm Wed 13 Dec 5.30pm (Autism Friendly) R Thu 14 Dec 10am Thu 14 Dec 1.30pm Sat 16 Dec 1pm

Sat 16 Dec 5.30pm Sun 17 Dec 1pm Sun 17 Dec 5.30pm Mon 18 Dec 1pm Mon 18 Dec 5.30pm Tue 19 Dec 1pm Tue 19 Dec 5.30pm Thu 21 Dec 2.30pm Thu 21 Dec 7pm Fri 22 Dec 2.30pm Fri 22 Dec 7pm Sat 23 Dec 11am* Sat 23 Dec 2.30pm*

Sun 24 Dec 11am* Sun 24 Dec 2.30pm* Tue 26 Dec 2.30pm* Wed 27 Dec 1pm Wed 27 Dec 5.30pm Thu 28 Dec 1pm Thu 28 Dec 5.30pm (BSL Interpreted) Fri 29 Dec 1pm Sat 30 Dec 2.30pm Sat 30 Dec 7pm Sun 31 Dec 1pm Mon 1 Jan 2024 1pm *Premium prices

TICKETS: £21.50-£27

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Senior/Equal Access/JSA/Income Support/Students/Children under 16: £2 off School & Children’s Groups of 10 or more: £12-£13 (one adult free per ten children) Adult Groups of 10 or more: £18-£20 Children 2 or under: £2.50 (on parent’s knee) Babies under 12 months: Free (on parent’s knee) Matcham cards: 12% off

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Celebrate Panto season in style in our exclusive

Devonshire Lounge! The Devonshire Lounge offers the ultimate VIP experience to make your visit to Buxton Opera House even more memorable. Enjoy a guaranteed interval seat, table service and a range of premium refreshments.

The Devonshire Lounge is also available for private hire for groups of 12. Every group of 12 will receive one adult entry free of charge. Adults £25 per person • A welcome drink on arrival (mulled wine, boozy hot chocolate, prosecco, wine, beer or a soft drink alternative) • Interval ice creams, mince pies and savoury nibbles • Dedicated host service • Private cloakroom

Children £20 per person • A welcome soft drink on arrival of coke, orange juice, water, or a hot chocolate with marshmallows and cream • A souvenir show programme and a goody bag

Ticket for show not included. Availability is limited. Early booking is recommended. BOOK NOW!

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CELEBRATING LIFE Buxton Opera House has been a continuous place of fun, drama, life and love since 1903 and we want to make sure these memories are shared and live on forever. To ensure that your love of the Opera House lives on you can leave a legacy that will make a huge difference to the theatre for future generations. Leaving a gift in your will is a very special thing to do and we understand that your family comes first. We will work with you to ensure any gift you kindly choose to leave us will make a real impact. Your support will make a difference supporting the future of our wonderful Opera House. For more information, please contact Hayley in our Development team, on 01298 211866 or email hkardahji@boh.org.uk.

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DECEMBER

A Buxton Opera House Production

HARE & TORTOISE by Brendan Murray

A seasonal musical play for families

“The world was winter shivery and shaking... Tortoise sleeping: sound and silent... Hare was waiting, wishing, wondering. When will Tortoise wake?” Brendan Murray, Hare & Tortoise 14

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Hare is always in a rush. Tortoise likes to take things more gently. Hare wants to race; Tortoise would prefer to go on holiday… Join us for this beautiful reworking of Aesop’s famous fable as we travel through the seasons with these two unlikely but loveable friends and help them prepare for their big race. This exciting play, especially designed for our younger audience, is a perfect introduction to theatre.

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SATURDAY 16 – SUNDAY 24 DECEMBER

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Dates & Times Sat 16 Dec – 10am, 1.30pm & 4pm Sun 17 Dec – 10am (Relaxed Performance R) & 1.30pm Sat 23 Dec – 10am, 1.30pm & 4pm Sun 24 Dec – 10am (BSL Interpreted TICKETS: £8

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SUNDAY 3 DECEMBER 1PM

Andy Powell A Man and his Music After ten years of sell out performances Andy returns to Buxton with a brand-new show incorporating Swing & Soul classics into the perfect Christmas cabaret afternoon. From Sinatra to Stevie Wonder, Andy will be accompanied by his award-winning pianist Steve Ramsbottom and very special guest Daisy Kate. Grab your ticket early to enjoy a festive afternoon of high-class cabaret and entertainment from a true showman and special guests.

TICKETS: £10 IN ADVANCE, £12 ON THE DOOR

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FRIDAY 8 DECEMBER 1PM Royal Northern College of Music

Coffee Concert Benjamin Pinto & Treske String Quartet Recent RNCM graduate, Benjamin Pinto, has performed across the UK as a clarinet soloist, in ensembles, and at festivals including the BBC Proms, Lucerne Festival and Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival. He performs with the Treske String Quartet who are currently receiving mentorship through Chamber Studio at King’s Place, London, and have just completed the RNCM String Quartet Studio course. All performers appear by kind permission of the RNCM. TICKETS: £7 IN ADVANCE, £10 ON THE DOOR

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FRIDAY 8 DECEMBER 8PM

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club More stand-up from some new and not-so-new faces on the comedy club circuit, including Dominic Woodward, Pete Teckman, Pat Draper and Rob Coleman. Age Guidance: 18+

TICKETS: £9 IN ADVANCE, £12 ON THE DOOR

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THURSDAY 14 DECEMBER 7.30PM

Cara Dillon Upon a Winter’s Night Cara Dillon, possessed of one of the most celebrated folk voices to have come out of Ireland, will be touring her annual Christmas show Upon a Winter’s Night. The overwhelming success of previous tours has cemented this magical and memorable festive experience as a firm tradition for many years.

TICKETS: £24

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Brighouse and Rastrick The Christmas Spectacular The world-famous Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band return to Buxton Opera House for a fabulous festive concert that you won’t want to miss. The 2022 British Open and Brass in Concert Champions will play a mix of Christmas pieces, medleys and carols to get you into the Christmas spirit this December.

TICKETS: £20-£22

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WEDNESDAY 20 DECEMBER 7.30PM

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TUESDAY 26 DECEMBER 10.30AM

The Grand Boxing Day Concert The annual Grand Boxing Day Concert promises to be the perfect family event to round off your Christmas. Fairfield (Buxton) Band has been in existence for over 130 years, changing from the previous Drum and Fife Band. They have a mixture of all ages and the one thing that they have in common is an enjoyment of making music with brass instruments. They provide instruments and tuition free of charge to anyone who wishes to join them.

TICKETS: £1.50-£3

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SUNDAY 31 DECEMBER 9.30PM

New Years Eve Gala Concert The British Philharmonic Concert Orchestra Conductor: Anthony Kraus I Leader: Emily Chaplais Soloists Alison Roddy Soprano I Aimee Fisk Soprano I Louise Crane Mezzo Philip Smith Baritone I Jeremy Peaker Presenter One of our most popular nights of the year with the fantastic British Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. Our gala evening of musical gems sets the mood for midnight and lots of fun into the arrival of the new year. The orchestra and soloists with music from all genres including opera, ballet, operetta, film, television, musicals, light music, fun numbers, sing alongs and lots of joining in... A rousing Auld Lang Syne at midnight, with the joining of hands for the whole audience and fun all the way to your carriages at 20 past midnight. Why sit in and watch the telly when you can have lots of fun and sing along to the tunes you know and love and celebrate new year in style with a theatre full of revellers. TICKETS: £21-£42

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JANUARY

SUNDAY 7 – MONDAY 8 JANUARY 2024

Varna International Ballet Accompanied by Varna International Ballet Orchestra SUNDAY 7 JANUARY 2PM & 5.30PM

The Nutcracker This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. As snowflakes fall outside, the warm glow of the open fire sends flickering shadows across the boughs of the Christmas tree and all the presents beneath. When midnight strikes, we are swept away to a fairy-tale world where nothing is quite as it seems, toy dolls spring to life, the Mouse-King and his mouse-army battle with the Nutcracker Prince and we travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins...

MONDAY 8 JANUARY 7PM

Swan Lake The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score. From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moonlit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all. From Odile, the temptress in black tulle as she seduces the Prince by spinning with captivating precision to the spellbound purity of the swan queen, Odette as she flutters with emotional intensity, the dual role of Odette/Odile is one of ballet’s most unmissable technical challenges.

TICKETS: £36.50-£46.50

DANCE

Matcham Cards: 12% off Groups (8+)/Senior/Equal Access: £3 off (not valid in Dress Circle) JSA/Income Support/Students/Children: Half price (not valid in Dress Circle)

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FRIDAY 5 JANUARY 1PM Royal Northern College of Music

Coffee Concert Christina Maxfield with Matt Lam Manchester-based Christina Maxfield began studying violin at the age of six. She is currently a student of Benedict Holland at the Royal Northern College of Music, previously having studied at the Junior RNCM for 6 years. Christina has won numerous regional competitions and has benefitted from many prestigious scholarships, such as the Graucob awards, the Leverhulme and Kinder scholarships, and the Ida Carrol Trust. Christina performs with pianist, Matt Lam, who has recently completed a Junior Fellowship in accompaniment at the RNCM. TICKETS: £7 IN ADVANCE, £10 ON THE DOOR

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FRIDAY 5 JANUARY 8PM

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club More stand-up from some new and not-so-new faces on the comedy circuit, including Tony Vino, Eddy Brimson, and Lou Conran. Age Guidance: 18+

TICKETS: £9 IN ADVANCE, £12 ON THE DOOR

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SATURDAY 13 JANUARY 7.30PM

Country Roads One Night of Country Classics Come with us to the place you belong, for a night of the very best country classics! Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready as – for one night only – we celebrate the Kings and Queens of country music.

TICKETS: £33.50

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FRIDAY 19 JANUARY 7.30PM

Clearwater Creedence Revival Tour Creedence Clearwater Revival are one of the most iconic rock groups of all time. Their all-time classic hits such as Proud Mary and Bad Moon Rising along with CCR and John Fogerty fan favourites are powerfully reprised by Clearwater Creedence Revival.

TICKETS: £32.50-£36

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SUNDAY 21 JANUARY 7.30PM

Tommy Emmanuel plus special guest Molly Tuttle Tommy Emmanuel, a virtuoso guitarist, radiates exuberance and joy in his music. Renowned for playing three parts simultaneously with heart and soul, he enchants fans with his boundless talent. His 2018 album, Accomplice One, featured diverse duets and now the highly anticipated sequel, Accomplice Two, is on the horizon. Age Guidance: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult

TICKETS: £39-£47

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FRIDAY 26 JANUARY 7.30PM Entertainers present

Legend – The Music of Bob Marley Reggae for the World When you think reggae, there is only one name that comes to mind... An unforgettable evening combines Marley’s superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship as a supremely talented cast recreate Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love, Three Little Birds and more. TICKETS: £31.50

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TUESDAY 30 JANUARY 7PM NT Live

Dear England a new play by James Graham Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale) plays Gareth Southgate in James Graham’s (Sherwood) gripping examination of nation and game. The country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss. Why can’t England’s men win at their own game? TICKETS: £15.50

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Students/Children: £12.50

WEDNESDAY 31 JANUARY 7.30PM

The Circus of Horrors Cabaret of Curiosities

Hot on the heels of The Circus of Horrors The Haunted Fairground comes a sensational new show – Dr Haze’s Cabaret of Curiosities. This fang-tastic new show is set to blow your mind with an amazing set, stellar lights, special effects and of course, beautifully bizarre circus acts, a sinister story and the darkest of magic all performed to an original rock score. Age Guidance: 16+ TICKETS: £22.50-£29 Matcham cards: 12% off Groups (8+)/Senior/Equal Access: £2 off (not valid in Dress Circle) JSA/Income Support/Students/Children: Half price (not valid in Dress Circle)

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A world premiere written by Rob Young Directed by Kitty Randle

A Buxton Love Story SATURDAY 27 JANUARY 7PM & SUNDAY 28 JANUARY 3PM Following the success of Deep in 2020, playwright Rob Young has created another bespoke play all about Buxton. Based on true, local stories, Keeper of the Books features a talented cast of community performers. There is a stranger in Buxton town. He waits. Who is he? Why is he here? The locals ask. There is one person who will know for sure – Mr Books at the local Book Shop. As the pages of the stranger’s story are turned, the tales of the Buxton people unravel. Everyone has a story to tell. TICKETS: £18 Students/Children: £2 off

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FEBRUARY

THURSDAY 1 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Banff Mountain Film Festival Red Film Programme Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen! The Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography! Join the world’s top adventure filmmakers and thrill-seekers as they climb, ski, paddle and ride into the wildest corners of the planet! TICKETS: £19

FILM

Groups (8+)/JSA/Income Support/Students/Children/Senior/Equal Access: £17 (not valid in Dress Circle)

Multi-night (Red and Blue Film Programme): £34 Early Bird: £17 for all tickets (until 30 November)

FRIDAY 2 FEBRUARY 1PM Royal Northern College of Music

Coffee Concert Tegid Duo Made up of harpists, Jess Hughes and Angharad Huw, the Tegid Duo were formed whilst studying remotely during the national lockdown and their name is inspired by the legend of Llyn Tegid; the story of how Bala Lake in North Wales was formed. The duo has held concerts in Greater Manchester and Cheshire, delighting audiences with harp duets, from familiar classics to folk music. TICKETS: £7 IN ADVANCE, £10 ON THE DOOR

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FRIDAY 2 FEBRUARY 8PM

Adam Rowe What’s Wrong With Me? Host of the global smash-hit podcast Have A Word and star of Live At The Apollo; Adam Rowe is hitting the road with his brand new stand-up tour. Age Guidance: 14+

TICKETS: £25.50

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FRIDAY 2 FEBRUARY 8PM

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club More stand-up from some new and not-so-new faces on the comedy circuit, including Phil Walker, Sarah Lousie Keegan, and Carl Jones. Age Guidance: 18+

TICKETS: £9 IN ADVANCE, £12 ON THE DOOR

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SATURDAY 3 FEBRUARY 7.30PM Strictly Theatre Co. present

Giovanni Pernice Let Me Entertain You The ultimate showman returns! Giovanni Pernice is back in 2024 with his new tour. The Strictly Come Dancing champion and BAFTA winner is the epitome of live entertainment. Giovanni will be joined by a world class cast of professional dancers and West End performers. Prepare to be entertained. Dancer, performer, showman… Giovanni is THE Entertainer! Also starring Lauren Oakley. Age Guidance: 8+ TICKETS: £38-£53 (VIP MEET & GREET 5.30PM: £120)

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SUNDAY 4 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

The Bon Jovi Experience Celebrating 30 years on the road this year, The Bon Jovi Experience is back. Endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself, the official band to Bon Jovi recreates the electrifying energy and atmosphere that transports you back to the heyday of stadium rock. It’s pure rock ‘n’ roll euphoria!

TICKETS: £27.50

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MONDAY 5 FEBRUARY 8PM

Wet Wet Wet With an incredible catalogue of songs, Wet Wet Wet are undoubtedly a musical phenomenon who have made a massive impact with their music over the years, making them one of the most successful bands in British pop history. Their upcoming show also features special guests China Crisis.

TICKETS: £33.50-£44 (VIP £92.50)

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TUESDAY 6 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Miles Jupp On I Bang Since Miles’ last tour finished at The London Palladium in 2017, he’s been in The Full Monty on Disney Plus, The Durrells and Why Didn’t They Ask Evans? as well as many episodes of Frankie Boyle’s New World Order and Have I Got News For You. His new show On I Bang is a tale about surprise, fear, luck, love and qualified medical practitioners. Age Guidance: 16+

TICKETS: £26

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WEDNESDAY 7 FEBRUARY 7.30PM Edge Street Live by arrangement with Asgard present

Transatlantic Sessions Transatlantic Sessions returns for 2024, exploring and celebrating the rich musical traditions that connect Scotland, Ireland and the US. An annual focal point of Celtic Connections, the exclusive line-up combines guest singers and the celebrated house band, inviting them to interweave original material with age-old tunes and songs as they explore shared roots and find new common ground. TICKETS: £36-£46

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FRIDAY 9 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Steve Steinman’s Vampires Rock Brace yourself for an unforgettable encounter with the magic that is Steve Steinman. The No.1 recording artist and show producer brings you his hit show Vampires Rock, now in its 21st year. This hilarious classic rock spectacle also features Lorraine Crosby as the Vampire Queen and 25 of the greatest classic rock anthems ever! TICKETS: £27.50-£36.50

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SATURDAY 10 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

An Evening with Johns’ Boys The choir have gathered millions of new followers since appearing on the live shows of Britain’s Got Talent. Described by Simon Cowell as,“quite beautiful, a brilliant choir. I loved it!” The choir will perform music of all styles and genres including, opera, musicals, famous hymns and current chart songs. The evening will include their cover version of Callum Scott’s Biblical which has had millions of views and comments from all over the world.

TICKETS: £25

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Women in Rock The ultimate celebration of the world’s greatest female anthems. Since 2016, Women In Rock have been wowing audiences across Europe with their high energy performances of classic female rock. Performing to audiences of up to 120,000 and backed by a band of world class musicians, these women are ready to take you on a spectacular journey through five decades of female rock, leaving you cheering for more.

TICKETS: £27

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SUNDAY 11 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

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MONDAY 12 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

The Big Chris Barber Band Comprising of 9 of Britains best jazz musicians, Chris’ band are carrying on his musical legacy. The band will play a repertoire ranging from the 6 piece traditional era, blues and the Ellington sound which Chris performed when he enlarged the band in 2000, and will feature hits Petite Fleur, Ice Cream and The Saints.

TICKETS: £24

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WEDNESDAY 14 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Sex Machine The James Brown Story Celebrate the musical legacy of the funk pioneer who created his own genre of music and inspired a generation to Get Up Offa That Thang. Join us for a night of high-octane grooves and catchy riffs that will have you enjoying all the hits such as Papa’s Got a Brand-New Bag, I Got You (I Feel Good), Living in America, It’s a Man’s World plus many, many more. It pays the cost to be the boss…

TICKETS: £31

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THURSDAY 15 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Fastlove The Tribute to George Michael Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration! Now touring in 18 countries, selling over 250,000 tickets worldwide. Join us for one very special night as we celebrate the late, great George Michael. Playing all the hits: Wake Me Up, Too Funky, Father Figure, Freedom, Faith, Knew You Were Waiting, Careless Whisper and many more. TICKETS: £34.50

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FRIDAY 16 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

That’ll Be The Day That’ll Be The Day returns for another momentous celebration of the most iconic moments in music and comedy from the 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s. Uproarious comedy sketches combine with breathtaking vocals and dazzling musicianship to bring you the ultimate feel good experience that will leave you wanting more. Age Guidance: 12+ (contains adult humour) TICKETS: £29

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FRIDAY 16 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

You’re Bard! Shakespeare like you’ve never seen. Four actors. Four Shakespeare shows. Endless possibilities. You – the audience – decide everything, from the play to the performance style. Even which actor plays which part. This hilarious, unpredictable new show, featuring actors whose past experience includes the RSC, Bristol Old Vic, Cheltenham Everyman, Dubai and the West End, promises an unforgettable evening of Shakespeare unlike anything you’ve ever seen before!

TICKETS: £22.50

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SATURDAY 17 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Dr Michael Mosley and Dr Clare Bailey Eat (well), Sleep (better), Live (longer) For the first time ever, Dr Michael Mosley and Dr Clare Bailey are set to embark on a joint theatre tour, with their much-anticipated live theatre show. With mental and physical health problems on the rise, Michael and Clare will reveal how simple changes can transform your life, so we can all Eat well, Sleep better, and Live longer!

TICKETS: £30-£32

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SATURDAY 17 FEBRUARY 7.30PM Speakers from the Edge

Pete Whittaker Fine Lines Big wall free solo climbing remains an area of the sport that climbers and public are yet to wrap their heads around. Pete explores the art of free solo climbing taking you on a journey of where soloing started out for him, right up to his 800m big wall free solo of Kjerag in Norway. TICKETS: £19 Matcham cards: 12% off JSA/Income Support/Students/Senior/Equal Access: £3 off

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Tortoise and the Hare TUESDAY 20 FEBRUARY 2PM, 4PM & 6PM RELAXED PERFORMANCE (R) The race is on in Northern Ballet’s Tortoise and the Hare. When a cheeky Hare won’t stop boasting about how fast he can run, thoughtful Tortoise decides it is time to join him in a race. No one thinks Tortoise can win, but when Hare gets distracted by games and treats, Tortoise might just surprise us all. The perfect introduction to live ballet and music, your little ones will be cheering along as a playful cast of characters re-tell this classic tale.

TICKETS: £11

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SUNDAY 18 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Chinese New Year Extravaganza The Year of the Dragon After 2 years of dormancy since Covid, the show brings back their 18-metre illuminated dragon along with another spectacular line-up of exciting programmes to bring joy and blessings for the 2024 Lunar New Year – The Year of the Dragon. A show full of colour, amazement and fun, it’s the perfect entertainment for all to enjoy on this auspicious occasion! TICKETS: £27

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WEDNESDAY 21 FEBRUARY 7.30PM Live Nation presents

Garth Marenghi Incarcerat Following the success of his Sunday Times bestselling novel Terrortome and his eponymous sold out tour, Garth Marenghi is now set to continue to terrorise his readers with the release of his blood-curling second opus, Incarcerat. Marenghi, the Dream Weaver, continues the story of Nick Steen, taking his live audience on a terrifying journey. Age Guidance: 16+ TICKETS: £22.50

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THURSDAY 22 FEBRUARY 7PM NT Live

Vanya directed by Sam Yates Andrew Scott (Fleabag) brings multiple characters to life in Simon Stephens’ (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time) radical new version of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya. Hopes, dreams, and regrets are thrust into sharp focus in this one-man adaptation which explores the complexities of human emotions. TICKETS: £15.50

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THURSDAY 22 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Killer Queen Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen the title of Queen tribute royalty.

TICKETS: £27.50

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ILLUMINATE BUXTON WED 21 - SAT 24 FEB 2024 FAIRFIELD / HARPUR HILL BURBAGE / SPRING GARDENS FREE EVENTS Spectacular large-scale projections Enjoy four magical night-time audiovisual shows, reflecting the town’s heritage www.buxtonourstreet.com

FRIDAY 23 FEBRUARY 6PM

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science You think science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen it before. Designed for children and adults alike, Mark’s Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins and even howling jelly babies!

TICKETS: £19.50

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FRIDAY 23 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Stewart Lee Basic Lee Stewart Lee returns to Buxton Opera House after selling out in 2023! After a decade of groundbreaking high concept shows involving overarched interlinked narratives, massive sets and enormous comedy props, Lee enters the post-pandemic era in streamlined solo stand-up mode. One man, one microphone, and one microphone in the wings in case the one on stage breaks. Pure. Simple. Classic. Basic Lee. “The world’s greatest living stand-up” – The Times Age Guidance: 14+ TICKETS: £27.50

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SATURDAY 24 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Seth Lakeman Kitty Jay 20th Anniversary Tour Seth Lakeman was catapulted into the music mainstream when he was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize in 2005 for his album Kitty Jay. 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the album’s release and Seth will be touring in February with a band including long-time collaborators Benji Kirkpatrick, Ben Nicholls, Cormac Byrne and Alex Hart, playing the album and other favourites. Age Guidance: 14+

TICKETS: £32

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SUNDAY 25 FEBRUARY 7.30PM Ukrainian National Opera presents

Madama Butterfly One of the most colourful and exotic operas. Performed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine. Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live Orchestra numbering over 30 musicians. After last season’s premier in the UK, we are delighted to bring back Dnipro Opera theatre from the Ukraine. This opera and ballet theatre has a long-standing heritage of top-quality opera productions, and we are excited to bring it back to the UK in our 2024 Opera Season. TICKETS: £34-£43

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MONDAY 26 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

The Story & Sound of Northern Soul If you missed the opportunity to attend the BBC’s Northern Soul at the Proms then here is your chance to see it live with the Soul Brothers Syndicate, Frida Touray & Darell Smith. This evening promises to be a real treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for any aspiring musician... young or wise.

TICKETS: £27

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WEDNESDAY 28 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Banff Mountain Film Festival Blue Film Programme Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen! The Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography! Join the world’s top adventure filmmakers and thrill-seekers as they climb, ski, paddle and ride into the wildest corners of the planet! TICKETS: £19

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Groups (8+)/JSA/Income Support/Students/Children/Senior/Equal Access: £17 (not valid in Dress Circle) Multi-night (Red and Blue Film Programme): £34 Early Bird: £17 for all tickets (until 30 November)

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THURSDAY 29 FEBRUARY 7.30PM Phil McIntyre Live Ltd proudly presents

Ed Byrne Tragedy Plus Time Attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as tragedy plus time. Come and join Ed as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs.

 “Hilarious….verging on greatness” – Rolling Stone Age Guidance: 14+ TICKETS: £31

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THURSDAY 29 FEBRUARY & FRIDAY 1 MARCH 7.30PM Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents

Great Expectations Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company this spring as they bring young orphan Pip’s story from the haunting marshes of Kent and the bustling streets of Victorian London to the Pavilion Arts Centre, in a powerful and theatrical telling of Dickens’ enduring masterpiece. TICKETS: £20.50

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Children/NUS Student: £13 Family of 4 (2 adults, 2 children): £59

FRIDAY 1 MARCH 7.30PM

Dazzling Diamonds The Smash Hit Comedy Variety Drag Show The Dazzling Diamonds are coming to Buxton Opera House with their brand-new comedy variety drag show. Join Miss Lola Lush, Miss Alexis and Bailey La Creame for an unforgettable night filled to the brim with high energy dance routines, stunning live vocals, and side-splitting comedy sketches, not forgetting the spectacular costumes which are bound to leave your jaw on the floor! Age Guidance: Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult (contains adult themes and strong language) TICKETS: £20-£25

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SATURDAY 2 MARCH 5.30PM

Samantha Wood Theatre Academy We Got The Power Samantha Wood Theatre Academy is locally based and we pride ourselves in delivering inspiring, exciting, up-to-date professional training and choreography to some 230+ talented students of all ages. There are thrilling numbers from musicals such as Frozen, Mamma Mia! and Wicked. Come and join us for a sensational evening of wonder and delight as we take to the stage with, We Got The Power.

TICKETS: £12.50–£17.50

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SUNDAY 3 MARCH 7.30PM An Evening with

Lady Colin Campbell For the first time Lady Colin Campbell will undertake a UK tour in the autumn, in what is expected to be an amazing insight into her life and that of The Royal Family. Expect to hear some great stories and anecdotes followed by a Q&A.

TICKETS: £22.50

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WEDNESDAY 6 MARCH 7.30PM

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain As soon as The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain walk on stage you are in safe hands. Witty, quirky and irreverent – praised by Bowie and Eno, promoted by the BBC and raved about by the New York Times, you can expect an evening of sheer entertainment from this eccentric group of seasoned performers.

TICKETS: £32-£34

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THURSDAY 7 MARCH 7.30PM

The Sound of Springsteen Experience the pure rock ‘n’ roll euphoria of Bruce Springsteen as this outstanding show brings his iconic sound to life, taking you on a musical journey through his incredible catalogue, from Greetings from Asbury Park to 2020’s Ghosts, via the legendary hits Born in the USA and Born to Run. Whether you’re a lifetime Springsteen fan or discovering his music for the first time, you will be captivated by the thundering guitars, iconic saxophone and powerful lyrics that has defined generations.

TICKETS: £27.50

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THURSDAY 7 & FRIDAY 8 MARCH 7.30PM

The Haunting A gripping adaptation of Dickens’ most haunting works. When book dealer, David Filde, is employed to catalogue an estate’s impressive library, he finds an incredible array of rare books. However, as a series of strange and unexplained events conspire to keep him from his work, he soon realises that if he is to convince his sceptical employer that the mysterious phenomena he is experiencing are real, they must journey together to discover the source of the terrifying visitations. Age Guidance: 12+ TICKETS: £23 Matcham cards: 12% off Groups (8+)/Senior/Equal Access: £1.75 off Students/Children: Half price

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80’s Mania Europe’s official 1980s multi-tribute concert, featuring 28 chart-topping pop icons authentically recreated with live band and awesome dancers. Performing over 35 smash-hits live in concert, with tributes to Duran Duran, The Human League, Kim Wilde, Culture Club, Madonna, Wham!, Dead or Alive, Madness and many many more, it’s time to dig out your 80s fashions for a night to remember! TICKETS: £29

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FRIDAY 8 MARCH 7.30PM

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SATURDAY 9 MARCH 8PM Live Nation presents

Sophie McCartney is Tired and Tested From perky tits, to killing nits, join award-winning comedian Sophie McCartney as she ventures into the perilous world of parenthood in this rollicking new stand-up show set to test pelvic floor muscles to the max(i) pad. Age Guidance: 16+ TICKETS: £25-£35

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Enjoy our brand-new cocktail menu from the foyer bar on your next visit!* With a lovely selection of Espresso Martini, Cosmopolitan, Passionfruit Martini or alcohol-free option, Sunrise Mocktail, what's not to love? Cocktails are priced at £6.95 or 2 for £10 when ordered between 6.30pm – 7pm. *Available on selected performances. 2 for £10 offer only applicable on two of the same cocktail.

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SUNDAY 10 MARCH 7.30PM Entertainers present

Get it On! The costumes, the make-up, the biggest glam rock hits of T.Rex, Mud, Slade, Bowie, Suzi Quatro, Wizzard, Sweet, and more, live on stage. From the producers of Lost in Music, come on feel the noise and dress to impress for the brand-new, feel-good show of the year!

TICKETS: £33.50

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WEDNESDAY 13 MARCH 7.30PM

Dreamcoat Stars The UK’s biggest and best night of musical smash-hits! A concert of West End and Broadway classics, including Les Misérables, We Will Rock You, Wicked, Phantom of the Opera, and the toetapping Jersey Boys. Featuring star vocalists from Joseph and his Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

TICKETS: £29

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THURSDAY 14 MARCH 7.30PM

Re-Take That Take That’s Greatest Hits Live on Stage Created by Take That fans, for Take That fans – a lot of love and affection has been invested in musicianship, costumes, dance routines, stage craft and production values to provide audiences with the greatest day of our lives.

TICKETS: £33.50

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THURSDAY 14 MARCH 7.30PM

McGoldrick, McCusker and Doyle Folk music’s legendary triumvirate of musical magpies Mike McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle are on tour again in 2024, bringing you their own blend of top-class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie. With their vast repertoire, this will be an evening to remember.

TICKETS: £22

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FRIDAY 15 MARCH 1PM Royal Northern College of Music

Coffee Concert Duo Stringendo Christopher Karwacinski (violin) and Chris Godhard (guitar) are both are both currently studying a Master’s degree at the Royal Northern College of Music. They initially met when violinist, Christopher, was looking for a guitarist to teach him to play the mandolin for an upcoming project at the RNCM. Guitarist, Chris, offered to teach him and, having got on very well, the two both expressed their interest in forming a duo. Throughout their studies the duo has received coaching from Donald Grant, Craig Ogden and Ben Holland. TICKETS: £7 IN ADVANCE, £10 ON THE DOOR

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FRIDAY 15 MARCH 7.30PM

An Evening with Rick Stein Multi award-winning chef, restaurateur, writer, and presenter Rick Stein delves into his lifelong love affair with cooking and his unwavering devotion to the brilliance of great British produce in this brand-new UK tour. Revelations from the kitchen, musical delights, poetic interludes, and stories of global adventures are all on the menu, so secure your seats for an evening of entertainment with a culinary icon like no other!

TICKETS: £39

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FRIDAY 15 MARCH 8PM

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club More stand-up from some new and not-so-new faces on the comedy circuit, including Jamie Sutherland, Tom Taylor, and Dave Twentyman. Age Guidance: 18+

TICKETS: £9 IN ADVANCE, £12 ON THE DOOR

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SATURDAY 16 MARCH 7.30PM

Beyond The Barricade The UK’s longest running musical theatre concert tour, is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2024. Join the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have made audiences return over and over again for 25 years, including a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Misérables!

TICKETS: £29

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SATURDAY 16 MARCH 7.30PM Speakers from the Edge

Hans Rey Mishaps & Mayhem Untold stories, chaos and legendary tales from mountain bike icon, Hans Rey! Mountain bike pioneer, adventurer, former Trials World Champion, Hans ‘No Way’ Rey will reveal the crazy and whacky that accompanied him on some of his adventures. With many career highlights and some never-seen-before footage and photos. TICKETS: £19.50

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SUNDAY 17 MARCH 7.30PM

Beautiful Trauma The Ultimate Live P!nk Experience Experience the energy and fun as P!nk’s biggest hits are replicated with a full dedicated light show, authentic replica costumes, props and motion backdrops and a full production to Get The Party Started. Enjoy all the hits including Just like a Pill and So What though to the most recent hits such as What About Us? and Beautiful Trauma. Featuring Stacy Green as P!nk.

TICKETS: £27

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SUNDAY 17 MARCH 7.30PM

Spiers & Boden Described by The Guardian as ‘the finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene’, Bellowhead frontmen and founders Spiers & Boden take to the road again in 2024 for their only duo tour of the year. “This is traditional folk delivered with modern verve” – EDS Magazine

TICKETS: £22.50

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MONDAY 18 - TUESDAY 19 MARCH

Making Space Monday 18 March 7pm: Primary schools Tuesday 19 March 7.30pm: Secondary and Private Dance schools Making Space presents a spectacular showcase of young dance talent from the local area, with ‘Community and Friendship’ being this year’s theme. Making Space gives students from primary, secondary and private dance schools in Derbyshire an opportunity to perform on the Opera House stage to a sold-out audience. Each school will present a unique piece of choreography which promises to be a fine celebration of great home-grown dance talent! TICKETS: £7 (MAX. 2 TICKETS PER ORDER) Students/Children: £1 off

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Graffiti Classics 16 strings, 8 dancing feet and 4 voices with one aim: to make classical music wickedly funny and fantastically exhilarating for everyone, young and old. Graffiti Classics bursts the elitist boundaries of the traditional String Quartet with its hilarious all-singing, all-dancing musical comedy show.

TICKETS: £28.50

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WEDNESDAY 20 MARCH 7.30PM

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THURSDAY 21 MARCH 7.30PM

Ed Gamble Hot Diggity Dog Co-host of Off Menu and Taskmaster champion Ed Gamble has minced a load of meat (thoughts), piped it into a casing (show) and it’s coming to a bun (venue) near you. There will be all your classic Gamble ranting, raving and spluttering but he’s doing fine mentally. Promise. Age Guidance: 14+ TICKETS: £28

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SATURDAY 23 & SUNDAY 24 MARCH NT Connections in partnership with Buxton Opera House Presents

SATURDAY 23 MARCH 6.30PM

Shout by Alexis Zegerman Performed by Buxton Opera House Senior Young Company In a world full of words, how can Dana survive when she can’t speak? Dana has selective mutism, but that doesn’t stop her vivid imagination. Shout is a funny, moving play about anxiety, celebrating difference, and finding your voice. A play that wonders what exactly it takes to overcome anxiety and mental health issues when you’re a teenager. It’s not just the noise you make, that makes you who you are.

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SUNDAY 24 MARCH 6.30PM

Shout by Alexis Zegerman Performed by Buxton Opera House Senior Young Company

Orchestra by Charlie Josephine

The Sad Club by Luke Barnes, with music by Adam Pleeth

Performed by PQA The Pauline Quirk Academy of Performing Arts, Wolverhampton

Performed by Winstanley College Sixth Form, Wigan

A youth orchestra practices during half term holidays in preparation for a concert. Unexpected events cause them all to interrogate their relationship with success. How do you protect the joy of the process whilst also wanting to be the best? Is striving for artistic excellence worth the pressure of losing soul?

This is a musical about depression and anxiety. It’s a collection of monologues, songs and duologues from all over time and space exploring what about living in this world stops us from being happy and how we might go about tackling those problems.

TICKETS: £10 (DOUBLE BILL)

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FRIDAY 22 MARCH 7.30PM

The Magic of Motown It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in British theatre history. Come celebrate our brand-new show for 2023 as we Reach Out and show you there Ain’t No Mountain High Enough with the biggest Motown show of the year.

TICKETS: £31.50

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SATURDAY 23 MARCH 7.30PM

Purple Zeppelin Purple Zeppelin pay tribute to Deep Purple & Led Zeppelin in a mesmerising, full on show performing more than 30 classic songs – basically “the best bits, all of the time!” The accent is firmly on entertainment with audience interaction, Ritchie Blackmore’s on stage antics, Jimmy Pages twin neck guitar & theremin and a very special violin bow solo!

TICKETS: £25.50

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SUNDAY 24 MARCH 7.30PM SJM Concerts present

Leigh Francis My First Time BAFTA Award-winning comedian, Leigh Francis, announces his first ever live tour My First Time. Leigh’s characters and sketches have kept millions of people around the UK laughing for years, and now he’s stepping out as himself. Leigh and his characters are ready to assemble and give people a night to remember. Age Guidance: 16+ TICKETS: £28-£41.50 (VIP £92.50)

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MONDAY 25 & TUESDAY 26 MARCH 7PM The Claire Dobinson School of Dancing presents

Glorious The Claire Dobinson School of Dancing proudly presents GLORIOUS, a celebration of dance. There will be a wide range of styles on display including ballet, tap, modern, contemporary, gymnastic dance, street and musical theatre. From the youngest ballerinas to those aspiring to dance professionally, and our inspirational adult dancers, everyone’s talents will be showcased in our fun-filled performances. TICKETS: £20

DANCE

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SATURDAY 30 MARCH 1PM & 4PM SUNDAY 31 MARCH 10AM & 1PM

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out Peppa Pig is back in her oinktastic brand new live show, Fun Day Out! Join Peppa, along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party – it’s going to be an exciting and fun packed day. Prepare to sing and dance with colourful scarecrows, feed the penguins, build big sandcastles, and even swim in the sea! Packed full of songs, dance and muddy puddles, Peppa’s Fun Day Out guarantees giggles and snorts for all Peppa fans, and a perfect introduction to theatre. TICKETS: £20.50-£24

FAMILY

Children: Under 16s: £2 off (Under 12 months free on parent’s knee) Family of 4: £71 (not valid in Dress Circle)

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APRIL

THURSDAY 4 – SATURDAY 6 APRIL

THURSDAY 4 & SATURDAY 6 APR 7.30PM

FRIDAY 5 APR 7.30PM

Manon Lescaut

The Rake’s Progress

by Puccini Manon Lescaut is a dramatic and musical triumph and was Puccini’s first great success. Based on a controversial book by the Abbé Provost, Manon Lescaut is a devastating depiction of a woman wrestling with her desire for love on her own terms, and the rigid double standards imposed on her by society. Jude Christian, fresh from a critically acclaimed Titus Andronicus at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, brings her incisive direction and a sharp, poetic new translation to the production, while ETO Music Director Gerry Cornelius conducts. Performed in English with English surtitles.

By Igor Stravinsky Igor Stravinsky’s brilliantly inventive The Rake’s Progress charts young Tom Rakewell’s journey from an unexpected inheritance to ruin at the hands of his own naivety and a mysterious new friend. One of Stravinsky’s crowning achievements in his pioneering career, the opera is a cynical but ultimately humanistic depiction of how the devil finds work for idle hands. The production is helmed by Polly Graham, Artistic Director of Longborough Festival Opera, and the highly regarded conductor and composer Jack Sheen. Performed in English with English surtitles.

TICKETS: £28-£41.50 Matcham Cards: 12% off Groups (8+)/Senior/Equal Access: £3 off (not valid in Dress Circle) JSA/Income Support/Students/Children: Half price (not valid in Dress Circle) Multibuy: Buy tickets for both shows get £10 off the total price (top two prices only)

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APRIL

WEDNESDAY 10 APRIL 7.30PM

The Bootleg Beatles Regarded over the world as being the gold standard of tribute, The Bootleg Beatles return this Spring for another nostalgic whirlwind trip through the sixties. With fastidious attention to detail, the band manage to spectacularly recreate the sound and look of the Fab Four through each iconic phase of their illustrious career, with what can only be described as uncanny authenticity. Their rave reviews say it all. “Less a tribute more a reincarnation” – The Daily Telegraph

TICKETS: £35-£42.50

MUSIC

WEDNESDAY 10 APRIL 7.30PM

Susan of Narnia “Once there were four children whose names were Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy”. So begins The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, the first of C S Lewis’ seven Chronicles of Narnia. But one of them, Susan Pevensie, isn’t in the last book! In the real world, when she first went through the wardrobe, Susan was 12. Now it’s 1967, and Susan is 39… just before Christmas…

TICKETS: £23

DRAMA

THURSDAY 11 APRIL 8PM

Dreamboys Stripped Back Brace yourself for an electrifying night of unadulterated pleasure and indulge in the Dreamboys: Stripped Back 2024 tour. Be part of our explosive, immersive, and seductive dance show where desires come alive, boundaries are shattered, and inhibitions are left at the door. Prepare to be captivated for two unforgettable hours, where with every provocative thrust and smouldering gaze, the Dreamboys will ignite a fiery passion within that will burn long after the curtains close.

Age Guidance: 18+ TICKETS: £27.50-£34

ENTERTAINMENT

FRIDAY 12 APRIL 7.30PM

Kate Rusby Est 1973 Tour Forever proud to call herself a folk singer, Kate Rusby’s vocals never fail to connect the heart of a song to that of her audience. Named as one of the Top Ten Folk Voices of the Century, a Mercury Prize Winner, 6-times BBC Radio 2 Folk Award-winner and a warm, Yorkshire sense of humour to boot, Rusby has achieved an unprecedented cross-over appeal.

TICKETS: £32.50

MUSIC

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APRIL

A Buxton Opera House Production

AN AMATEUR PRODUCTION BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP LTD.

LYRICS BY TIM RICE MUSIC BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER Directed by Paul Kerryson Choreographed by Tracey Iliffe Designed by Ian Tregaskis

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APRIL

THURSDAY 25 – SUNDAY 28 APRIL

Following the success of Little Shop of Horrors last spring, Buxton Opera House is excited to showcase the amazing talent of local performers in its production of Evita, directed by Paul Kerryson. The musical follows the story of the young and ambitious Eva Peron’s meteoric rise to sainthood. Set in Argentina between 19341952, Eva Duarte’s journey moves from poor illegitimate child to ambitious actress to, as wife of military leader-turned-president Juan Peron, the most powerful woman in Latin America.

Eva Peron, 1944

How will Eva Peron deal with this rise to power? With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice (the creative geniuses behind Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Jesus Christ Superstar), Evita has become a firm favourite within the musical community. The 7-Tony Award-winning musical features songs Requiem for Evita, A New Argentina and notably the ballad of Eva Peron Don’t Cry for Me Argentina. Auditions will take place Saturday 6 January. Please check our website for more information.

Thu – Sat 7.30pm Sat 2.30pm Sun 3pm (BSL Interpreted TICKETS: £21-£25

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APRIL

FRIDAY 12 APRIL 8PM Edge Street Live present

John Robb Do You Believe in the Power of Rock ‘n’ Roll? John Robb talks about a life in music, his best selling art of darkness book, being the first person to interview Nirvana, inventing the word britpop and adventures on the post punk frontline...

TICKETS: £14.50-£16.50

TALK

FRIDAY 19 APRIL 7.30PM

Sir Tim Rice My Life in Musicals – I Know Him So Well Sir Tim Rice, the multi award-winning, internationally renowned lyricist will reflect on his illustrious career at the heart of musical theatre, sharing anecdotes behind the songs – the hits and the misses along with stories of his life and live performances from the wonderful catalogue of songs that are synonymous with his name and that of his collaborators.

TICKETS: £43.50-£50

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Devonshire Lounge Receive the VIP treatment at Buxton Opera House by visiting our new and improved VIP Lounge. Beat the queues and add some extra sparkle to your night at the theatre!

For £20 per person you can enjoy: • Exclusive access to the lounge for one hour before the performance and during the interval • Drink of your choice on arrival • The option to pre-order interval drinks and ice creams • Use of a private cloak room for bags and coats To book your place, simply add on at the checkout when purchasing your tickets or call our Box Office on 01298 72190. For groups of 10+ please call the Box Office. 44

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APRIL

“IT’S THE MOST JOYFUL SHOW I’VE SEEN ALL YEAR,

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Brace yourselves sisters – the habit is coming to Buxton Opera House!

 “A heavenly revival” – The Independent Mon – Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm TICKETS: £30-£50

COMING SOON

Don’t miss this eagerly anticipated brand new production of the Broadway and UK smash hit musical Sister Act direct from London. All your prayers have been answered with a stunning cast, including West End star Landi Oshinowo as Deloris, everyone’s favourite nun on the run! Disco diva Deloris’ life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Placed under protective custody she is hidden in the one place she shouldn’t be found – a convent! Encouraged to help the struggling choir, she helps her fellow sisters find their true voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. Featuring original music by Tony® and 8-time Oscar® award-winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin, Enchanted) and songs inspired by Motown, soul and disco, this heavenly musical is joyous and uplifting in equal measures. A musical sent from above, Sister Act is the brilliant, must-see show which raises the spirits and warms the soul time after time.

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Events Diary DECEMBER Sun 3

Andy Powell

1pm

PAC

Adam Rowe: What’s Wrong With Me?

8pm

Sat 3

Giovanni Pernice: Let Me 7.30pm Entertain You

BOH BOH

Fri 8 – Cinderella Mon 1 Jan

Various BOH R Wed 13 Dec 5.30pm Thu 28 Dec 5.30pm

Sun 4

The Bon Jovi Experience

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 8

RNCM Coffee Concert

1pm

PAC

Mon 5

Wet Wet Wet

8pm

BOH

Fri 8

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club 8pm

PAC

Tue 6

Miles Jupp: On I Bang

7.30pm

BOH

Transatlantic Sessions

7.30pm

BOH

PAC

Wed 7

Sat 16 – Hare & Tortoise Sun 24

Various PAC R Sun 17 Dec 10am Sun 24 Dec 10am

Thu 8

Sarah Millican

8pm

BOH

Fri 9

Vampires Rock

7.30pm

BOH

Wed 20 Brighouse & Rastrick

7.30pm

BOH

Sat 10

An Evening with Johns’ Boys

7.30pm

BOH

Tue 26

The Grand Boxing Day Concert

10.30am

BOH

Sun 11 Women in Rock

7.30pm

BOH

Sun 31 New Year’s Eve Gala Concert

9.30pm

BOH

Thu 14

Cara Dillon

7.30pm

JANUARY

Mon 12 The Big Chris Barber Band 7.30pm

BOH

Wed 14 Sex Machine: The James 7.30pm Brown Experience

BOH

Thu 15

Fastlove: The George Michael Tribute

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 16

That’ll Be The Day

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 5

RNCM Coffee Concert

1pm

PAC

Fri 5

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club 8pm

PAC

Sun 7

The Nutcracker

BOH

Fri 16

You’re Bard

7.30pm

PAC

Sat 17

Dr Michael Mosley & Dr Clare Bailey

7.30pm

BOH

Sat 17

Pete Whittaker

7.30pm

PAC

7.30pm

BOH

2pm & 5.30pm

Mon 8

Swan Lake

7pm

BOH

Sat 13

Country Roads

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 19

Clearwater Creedence

7.30pm

BOH

Sun 21 Tommy Emmanuel

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 26

7.30pm

BOH

Legend: The Music of Bob Marley

Sat 27 – Keeper of the Books Sun 28

Sat 27 Jan 7pm Sun 28 Jan 3pm

BOH

Sun 18 Chinese New Year Extravaganza Tue 20

Tortoise and the Hare

Wed 21 Garth Marenghi

2pm, 4pm & 6pm R

BOH

7.30pm

BOH

Thu 22

NT Live – Vanya

7pm

PAC

Killer Queen

7.30pm

BOH

7pm

PAC

Thu 22

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 23

Mark Thompson’s Spectacular Science

6pm

PAC

Fri 23

Stewart Lee: Basic Lee

7.30pm

BOH

BANFF (Red Film Programme)

7.30pm

BOH

Sat 24

Seth Lakeman

Fri 2

RNCM Coffee Concert

1pm

PAC

Fri 2

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club 8pm

PAC

Tue 30

NT Live – Dear England

Wed 31 The Circus of Horrors

FEBRUARY Thu 1

Fri 2

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7.30pm

BOH

Sun 25 Madama Butterfly

7.30pm

BOH

Mon 26 T he Story & Sound of Northern Soul

7.30pm

BOH

Wed 28 BANFF (Blue Film Programme)

7.30pm

BOH

Thu 29

Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time

7.30pm

BOH

Thu 29 – Great Expectations Fri 1 Mar

7.30pm

PAC

MARCH

Thu 21

Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 22

The Magic of Motown

7.30pm

BOH

Sat 23

Purple Zeppelin

7.30pm

BOH

Sun 24 Leigh Francis: My First Time

7.30pm

BOH

Mon 25 – Claire Dobinson School Tue 26 of Dancing: Glorious

7.30pm

BOH

Sat 10am & 4pm Sun 10am & 1pm

BOH

Fri 1

The Dazzling Diamonds

7.30pm

BOH

Sat 2

Samantha Wood Academy: 5.30pm We Got The Power

BOH

Fri 30 – Peppa Pig Sun 31

Sun 3

An Evening With Lady Colin Campbell

7.30pm

BOH

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Wed 6

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

7.30pm

BOH

Thu 4 & English Touring Opera: Sat 6 Manon Lescaut

7.30pm

Thu 7

The Sound of Springsteen 7.30pm

BOH

Fri 5

RNCM Coffee Concert

1pm

PAC

Fri 5

English Touring Opera: The Rake’s Progress

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 5

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club 8pm

Thu 7 – The Haunting Fri 8

7.30pm

PAC

Fri 8

80s Mania

7.30pm

BOH

Sat 9

Sophie McCartney

8pm

BOH

Sun 10 Get It On!

7.30pm

BOH

Wed 13 Dreamcoat Stars

7.30pm

BOH

Thu 14

McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle

7.30pm

PAC

Thu 14

Re-Take That

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 15

RNCM Coffee Concert

1pm

PAC

Fri 15

An Evening with Rick Stein 7.30pm

BOH

Wed 10 Susan of Narnia

PAC PAC

Wed 10 The Bootleg Beatles

7.30pm

BOH

Thu 11

8pm

BOH

Dreamboys

Fri 12

Kate Rusby

7.30pm

BOH

Fri 12

John Robb

8pm

PAC

Fri 19

Sir Tim Rice

7.30pm

BOH

Thu 25 – Evita Sun 28

Fri 15

Buxton Buzz Comedy Club 8pm

PAC

Sat 16

Beyond the Barricade

BOH

Sat 16

Hans Rey

7.30pm

PAC

Sun 17 Beautiful Trauma

7.30pm

BOH

KEY

7.30pm

Sun 17 Spiers & Boden

7.30pm

PAC

BOH Buxton Opera House

Mon 18 Making Space & Tue 19

Mon 18 Mar 7pm Tue 19 Mar 7.30pm

BOH

PAC Pavilion Arts Centre

Wed 20 Graffiti Classics

7.30pm

BOH

Thu 21 – NT Connections Sun 24

Various

PAC

Various BOH Sun 28 April 3pm

Relaxed Performance BSL Interpreted Performance

CAP Captioned Performance

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Booking & Venue Information TICKET PRICES AND FEES

ACCESS

Based on popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during a show’s on-sale period. For the most up to date information please visit our website or call the Box Office on 01298 72190. A small number of seats on all levels have a restricted view. Due to the varying nature of our shows and their set design, we cannot always guarantee a completely unrestricted view from all seats. When attending an opera please note that surtitles may not be visible from some seats. Please speak to the Box Office for more information.

Buxton Opera House is only partially accessible to wheelchair users. The level access entrance is 72cm at its narrowest point and the building cannot be accessed by motorised scooters. There are three wheelchair spaces in the stalls and an accessible toilet on ground level. If you will be transferring from a wheelchair to theatre seating, please let us know when booking. The Stalls Bar does not have step-free access, but a member of staff will gladly bring refreshments to your seat. Although the Box Office does not have step-free access, there is wheelchair access to the Box Office side door in Water Street, where there is an intercom system.

BOX OFFICE OPENING TIMES

The Pavilion Arts Centre has step-free access on the ground floor and accessible toilets, however the layout of the seating can change for certain shows, please check when booking.

The Opera House Box Office opening hours vary depending on performance times, but it is usually open Monday to Saturday: 10am–6pm (10am– 8pm when there is a performance) and Sunday: 4pm-8pm (when there is a performance). Please note opening hours can vary depending on performance times. Buxton Cinema tickets can be purchased or collected from the cinema bar just before the start of the film. Alternatively, tickets can be purchased or collected in advance from the main Opera House Box Office up to an hour before the start of the film.

REFUNDS AND TICKET EXCHANGE We are unable to refund the cost of the tickets unless a show is cancelled. Postage charges are non–refundable. We cannot exchange tickets or money for a different event. Where there is more than one performance of an event we can exchange tickets where available. This requires a minimum of 48 hours notice and there is £1.50 administration fee for exchanging tickets. We offer optional refund protection at the point of sale through a company called Booking Protect. Please ask the Box Office for more details.

We have passive infra–red (PIR) systems in both venues for customers with hearing impairments. Please reserve through the Box Office when you book your tickets. There is also an induction loop system at both Box Offices. On selected shows we offer Captioned, BSL Interpreted and Relaxed performances. Assistance dogs are welcome, please let us know if they are accompanying you.

CHILDREN We welcome children to the theatre and include a varied programme of children’s shows and events throughout the year. We have a number of booster seats available on first come first served basis. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Groups should have one adult per 10 children. Children and babies under three are welcome at family shows where a discounted price or ‘Babies Free’ is shown. For safety reasons the Upper Circle side seats and boxes in the Opera House are not suitable for families with children under 10 years old. The Pavilion Arts Centre seating is not suitable for children under three years old.

GETTING HERE

ADMISSION

Buxton Opera House, Water Street, Buxton SK17 6XN

The management reserves the right to refuse admission and to request any ticket holder to leave our buildings at any time. Latecomers will only be admitted at a suitable point in the performance at the discretion of the management.

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CONCESSIONS On many events we offer the following concessions: senior (60+), children (up to 15 years), student (full time education or NUS card holder), equal access (customers with access needs) and groups (8+). Where available, we currently offer concessions for customers in receipt of Income Support, Jobseeker’s Allowance, Employment & Support Allowance, Personal Independence Payment and Disability Living Allowance. Proof of eligibility is required. Where discounts are available, we offer a free companion ticket to anyone in receipt of a Carer’s Allowance or anyone accompanying an Access Card Holder with the +1 symbol. Other essential companions can still receive 50% discount on full price tickets for shows with discounts applied. All companion tickets are subject to availability and proof of eligibility is required.

For your safety, we advise that you bring a companion if you would have difficulty making your own way out of our buildings in an emergency.

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Buxton is easy to reach via the A6, A515 and A53. There is free parking after 6pm on the upper level of the Pavilion Gardens car park (the ground floor car park closes early). A train service is available from Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton. For more information on services and connections visit nationalrail.co.uk.

CUSTOMER SERVICE If you have any problems during a performance please contact one of our Front of House team and we will do our best to help. We will try to resolve your problem or answer your query straightaway, but if this is not possible then please contact us at: customerservice@boh.org.uk Customer Service Buxton Opera House Water Street, Buxton SK17 6XN We value your feedback on our programme of events, customer service and the experience you had at Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Arts Centre – we’d love to hear from you! For full terms and conditions visit buxtonoperahouse.org.uk/site/terms-and-conditions

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