Autumn 2016

Cambridge Arts Theatre

J U LY 2016 – M AY 2 0 17 B OX OFFIC E: 012 2 3 50 3333 Book online and selec t your own seats: www.cambridgeartstheatre.com

SHOW DICK WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT

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Thu 1 Dec 2016 - Sun 8 Jan 2017

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Mon 25 - Sat 30 Jul

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Tue 9 - Sat 20 Aug

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Wed 10 - Sun 21 Aug

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Fri 2 - Sat 17 Sept

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Tue 20 – Sun 25 Sep

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Mon 26 Sept - Sat 1 Oct

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Tue 4 - Sat 8 Oct

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Wed 12 - Sat 15 Oct

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Wed 19 - Sat 22 Oct

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Sun 23 Oct

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Tue 25 - Sat 29 Oct

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Mon 31 Oct - Sat 5 Nov

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Mon 7 - Sat 12 Nov

RELATIVELY SPEAKING

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Sun 13 Nov

MILES AND COLTRANE @ 90

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Mon 14 - Sat 19 Nov

A ROOM WITH A VIEW

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Tue 22 - Sat 26 Nov

LADY CHATTERLEY’S LOVER

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Wed 18 - Sat 21 Jan

ANNIE

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Mon 23 - Sat 28 Jan

THE FULL MONTY

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Tue 31 Jan – Sat 4 Feb

THE WINTER’S TALE

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Wed 8 – Sat 11 Feb

EDWARD II

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Tue 14 - Sat 18 Mar

ESCAPED ALONE

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Mon 17 - Sat 22 Apr

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG

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Mon 15 - Sat 20 May

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Welcome to our 80th anniversary season brochure.

PR PS B A C E RP THE SHAKESPEARE REVUE I hope you will agree with me that this double PR PS B A C E RP THE 3 LITTLE PIGS season is a fitting tribute to PS BB AA CC EE RP PR PR PS RP 84 CHARING CROSS ROAD everyone who has worked THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA so hard over the last eighty years to keep this Cambridge PS PR PR PR E RP PSB PS BA BAC ACE CERP RP THE WOMAN IN BLACK institution open. We remain B PS PR PSPR RP EE RP PSA BBC AAE CC PR RP OBSERVE THE SONS OF ULSTER MARCHING TOWARDS THE SOMME a proudly independent C PSE B PR PS B A PR RP A C E RP THE CAMBRIDGE GREEK PLAY theatrical charity, here to inspire and nurture a lifelong PR PS B A C E RP A PRINCESS UNDONE love of the performing arts CLARE TEAL and to secure the future of our Theatre for the next PR PS B A C E RP GANGSTA GRANNY eighty years and beyond.

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We try to cater for all tastes and interests and to offer you the very best that theatre can offer. Whether it be the unique spectacle of the University Greek play performed in Ancient Greek, Amanda Holden in Richard Harris’ Stepping Out, the Broadway bound production of PSPS PRPR ERPRP PS PS BB BBAA AACC CCEE ERP PR PR RP Observe The Sons Of Ulster Marching Towards The Somme, David Walliams’ glorious creation Gangsta Granny, Felicity Kendal in A Room with a View, Cheek by Jowl’s take on The Winter’s Tale or Caryl Churchill’s amazing new PR PS B A C E RP play Escaped Alone, fresh from the Royal Court, I hope there are a number of productions that will encourage you to continue to support our work.

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Get involved and make the most out of your trip to the Theatre with our programme of assisted performances.

Touch Tours are available for audio described performances – booking essential.

THE 3 LITTLE PIGS GANGSTA GRANNY Relaxed Performance Wednesday 17 August, 11am Relaxed Performance Thursday 27 October, 7pm THE SHAKESPEARE REVUE Audio Described Thursday 18 August, 2.30pm 84 CHARING CROSS ROAD BSL Wednesday 14 September, 7.45pm THE WOMAN IN BLACK Audio Described Saturday 1 October, 2.30pm

LADY CHATTERLEY’S LOVER Captioned Thursday 24 November, 7.45pm Audio Described Saturday 26 November, 2.30pm DICK WHITTINGTON BSL Sunday 4 December, 1pm Relaxed Performance Saturday 17 December, 11am Audio Described Saturday 7 January, 1pm

OBSERVE THE SONS OF ULSTER MARCHING TOWARDS THE SOMME BSL Wednesday 5 October, 7.45pm

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This season sees us venture into doing more of our own in-house productions. We have always produced our panto in-house, along with a number of student and amateur shows each year. As part of a longer-term strategy to further increase the range and quality of productions we are able to offer, we are producing two new productions in-house this season.

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The Shakespeare Revue is an irreverent cabaret-style musical with songs and sketches celebrating all things Bard related. Featuring songs and sketches from many of our best known comedians, an in-depth knowledge of the Shakespearean canon is most definitely not required! We will be taking the show on the road to six further theatres this autumn and hope it will delight theatregoers around the country as much as it does in Cambridge.

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84 Charing Cross Road chronicles the touching correspondence between an impoverished New York author and the manager of a London bookshop, revealing the enduring power of friendship and community, celebrating a love of books and literature and reminding us all that we need to get on and live life before it is too late. The play sees us pair Hollywood and Broadway star Stefanie Powers with the ever-brilliant Clive Francis, fresh from his National Theatre triumph in Les Blancs. If it is successful in Cambridge we hope we can give it a future life in the West End and beyond.

These productions are a huge step for us and we are working with two of the best producers in the business, Lee Dean (Gypsy, Blithe Spirit) and Kenny Wax (Top Hat, The Play That Goes Wrong) to make them happen. Please come and support us and I hope the productions meet with your approval.

Finally, preparations are now fully underway for our biggest in-house production: this year’s pantomime extravaganza, Dick Whittington and his Cat. We are delighted to welcome back the ever-popular Matt Crosby as Sarah the Cook for what promises to be another thrilling adventure in panto-land. Come along with all your loved ones for what is sure to be the best family Christmas treat in Cambridge.

Thank you, as ever, for your continued support and I look forward to seeing you again soon at Cambridge Arts Theatre.

With kindest regards,

Dave Murphy Chief Executive Cambridge Arts Theatre 6 St Edward’s Passage Cambridge CB2 3PJ Administration: 01223 578933

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THURSDAY 1 DECEMBER 2016 – SUNDAY 8 JANUARY 2017

Cambridge Arts Theatre presents this year’s traditional family pantomime

STARRING CAMBRIDGE'S #1 DAME

MATT CROSBY AS

SARAH THE COOK

Directed by CAROLE TODD Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime this Christmas as Cambridge Arts Theatre whisks you away on a magical journey for this year’s spectacular family pantomime: DICK WHITTINGTON! Hearing that the streets are paved with gold, our down-on-hisluck hero Dick Whittington sets off to London in search of fame, fortune, adventure… and true love! But the dastardly King Rat and his band of evil ratlings will let nothing stand in the way of world domination and soon the streets of the capital are overrun with rats causing chaos and mayhem across the City.

It’s up to Dick and his friends to save the day... and you’re all invited to join him on his adventures!

Featuring all your favourite pantomime characters and Cambridge Arts Theatre’s trademark blend of songs, laughter, joy and magic, make it a Christmas to remember with a visit to the home of family entertainment.

It’s the purrr-fect festive treat!

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‘A FEEL-GOOD FEAST OF A SHOW’

‘GLORIOUS... IT’S A BRILLIANT SHOW’

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For One Night Only

MONDAY 25 – SATURDAY 30 JULY

Starring SAMUEL WEST and PHYLLIS

SUNDAY 23 OCTOBER

LOGAN (DOWNTON ABBEY)

CLARE TEAL AND HER HOLLYWOOD ORCHESTRA ELLA, PEGGY, DORIS: THE FIRST LADIES OF SWING & BEYOND Directed by Stephen Unwin

Accompanied by her 17-piece Hollywood Orchestra, and conducted by world class trumpeter and composer Guy Barker, the award-winning singer and BBC Radio 2 presenter Clare Teal presents her brand new show.

This rich, jazz infused repertoire explores timeless classics penned by the legendary musical storytellers of the last 100 years, and celebrates giants of the Great American and British Songbooks, as well as Clare’s own original compositions.

As the UK’s Queen of Swing, Clare Teal’s concerts are renowned across the country for their energetic exuberance. Don’t miss an evening of inspired music and unbridled entertainment, performed by first class musicians.

7.45PM: £18/£28/£33 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

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SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER

MILES AND COLTRANE @ 90

Phyllis Logan

PRIOR TO THE WEST END

Two of the UK’s favourite actors star in Noël Coward’s Present Laughter, undoubtedly one of his funniest plays, looking at life behind the theatrical curtain.

Actor, charmer and diva, Garry Essendine is determined to disregard his advancing years by revelling in endless tantrums and casual affairs. About to depart for Africa, he finds himself besieged by a bevy of would-be seductresses, not to mention his long-suffering secretary, his estranged wife, and an obsessed young playwright. As he attempts to disentangle himself from their clutches and demands, the sparkling comedy escalates.

Miles Davis and John Coltrane were born just four months apart in 1926.

Together, during the 1950s and 60s they formed one of the most significant partnerships in jazz.

This special 90th birthday concert, organised by the multi award-winning Cambridge based saxophonist Dan Forshaw, will showcase some of the seminal recordings in jazz such as Kind of Blue, A Love Supreme and Blue Train.

Joining Dan will be members of his quartet and special guests Martin Shaw, the BBC Big Band trumpet legend and alto saxophonist, Tony Kofi.

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An event no true music fan will want to miss.

7.45PM: £18/£23/£28 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

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Samuel West, whose acclaimed credits include Mr Selfridge and many leading classical roles for the Royal Shakespeare Company, plays Garry Essendine and multi award-winning Phyllis Logan, best known as the housekeeper Mrs Hughes in Downton Abbey and Lady Jane Felsham in Lovejoy, plays Monica, his acerbic secretary.

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£28/£33/£38 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: Hayfever, Private Lives, Tonight at 8.30

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TUESDAY 9 – SATURDAY 20 AUGUST KENNY WAX LTD AND CAMBRIDGE ARTS THEATRE PRESENT

‘SCINTILLATINGLY FUNNY’ Sunday Times

‘A RAVE REVUE’ Daily Telegraph

‘SPARKLING’ The Times

‘I ADORED IT’ Daily Mail

‘HILARIOUS’ Time Out

‘A COMIC COCKTAIL’ Evening Standard

Royal Shakespeare Company production

CELEBRATING

THE BARD’S

400-YEAR LEGACY

With songs and sketches by

VICTORIA WOOD ALAN BENNETT MAUREEN LIPMAN MONTY PYTHON NOËL COWARD COLE PORTER FRY & LAURIE STEPHEN SONDHEIM STILES & DREWE and many more

PRIOR TO THE WEST END Shakespeare meets Showbiz in this glittering cabaret-style musical, originally produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company.

After a hugely successful West End run, the show has since then played OffBroadway, completed five US tours and travelled the world, from Sydney to San Francisco, delighting audiences and receiving rave reviews.

You definitely don’t have to be a Shakespearean scholar to enjoy this comic concoction of hilarious sketches and show-stopping numbers.

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Photos of previous casts

Devised by Christopher Luscombe and Malcolm McKee Based on the original

TUESDAY 9 – SATURDAY 20, 7.45PM AND THURSDAY 11 & THURSDAY 18, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE NO PERFORMANCES ON SUNDAY 14 AUGUST ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE: THUR 18 AUG, 2.30PM Touch tour available.

Book if you enjoyed: The Reduced Shakespeare Company, Showstopper!

The Improvised Musical

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WEDNESDAY 10 – SUNDAY 21 AUGUST

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‘A FABULOUS FAMILY TREAT’ West End Frame

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DIRECT FROM A SELL-OUT WEST END SEASON

‘WITTY, CLEVER

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‘A LITTLE GEM OF A SHOW’

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‘BRILLIANT’ British Theatre

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‘A TRIUMPHANT SUMMER MUSICAL FOR ALL THE FAMILY’ Thepublicreviews.com

A VERY

CURLY MUSICAL TALE

WEDNESDAY 10 AUGUST, 11AM FRIDAY 12 AUGUST, 11AM SATURDAY 13 AUGUST, 11AM & 2PM SUNDAY 14 AUGUST, 11AM & 2PM

Illustration copyright: Charles Riffenburgh

He can huff and puff until the cows come home, but will the Big Bad Wolf get the better of the three little superstar piglets in this brand new retelling of the classic story?

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From the award-winning writers of the international smash hits Mary Poppins and Honk! comes a “great big little West End show” for audiences of three years and up.

George Stiles (music) and Anthony Drewe (book and lyrics) put their musical twist on the retelling of this classic fairy tale, full of catchy songs, jokes and japes for little ones and parents alike, this endearing musical will leave you squealing with glee and howling with laughter.

Suitable for ages 3+ (May not be suitable for vegetarians.)

Running time: 55 minutes

WEDNESDAY 17 AUGUST, 11AM FRIDAY 19 AUGUST, 11AM SATURDAY 20 AUGUST, 11AM & 2PM SUNDAY 21 AUGUST, 11AM & 2PM ALL TICKETS: £15.50 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

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RELAXED PERFORMANCE: WED 17 AUG, 11AM (SEE PG 43 FOR DETAILS)

Book if you enjoyed: The Gruffalo’s Child, The Tiger Who Came To Tea

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FRIDAY 2 – SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER CAMBRIDGE ARTS THEATRE AND LEE DEAN PRESENT THE SALISBURY PLAYHOUSE PRODUCTION OF

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84 CHARING CROSS ROAD HELENE HANFF JAMES ROOSE-EVANS ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY STARRING

STEFANIE POWERS CLIVE FRANCIS AND

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‘Really rather special indeed’

‘A moving revival’

‘Quietly joyful’

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Hollywood and Broadway legend, Stefanie Powers, stars in a major new production of 84 Charing Cross Road, alongside Clive Francis as Frank Doel, reprising the role he played to critical acclaim in 2015.

Adapted from Helene Hanff’s best-selling book, 84 Charing Cross Road has been delighting audiences since its premiere in 1981. A tender and heartwarming tale of transatlantic friendship, this bittersweet comedy is based on the extraordinary true story of the remarkable relationship that developed over 20 years between a vivacious New York writer and a London bookseller. Through their exchange of humorous and often intimate correspondence a snapshot of Britain from the post-war 1940’s to the swinging 60’s is revealed, alongside a touching human story that still resonates today.

Stefanie Powers plays Helene Hanff. A star of stage and screen with a career spanning over 50 years, Powers is best known for her role opposite Robert Wagner in Hart to Hart, which ran over 5 series and 8 TV movies between 1979 and 1996. Her extensive film and TV credits include McLintock!, The Magnificent Seven Ride Again, The Rockford Files, The Bionic Woman, The Six Million Dollar Man and The Girl From U.N.C.L.E. Clive Francis’ recent credits include Les Blancs (National Theatre), Enron, The Madness of King George III (West End), The Queen and Mr Turner; he will shortly be appearing in the major new Netflix drama, The Crown, written by Peter Morgan (Frost/Nixon, The Audience).

STEFANIE POWERS

CLIVE FRANCIS

84 Charing Cross Road premiered at Salisbury Playhouse in 1981 before transferring to the West End and Broadway. This new production premiered at Salisbury in 2015. The play was also adapted into a film in 1987, starring Anthony Hopkins, Judi Dench and Anne Bancroft as Helene, who won the BAFTA Award for Best Actress.

DIRECTED BY JAMES ROOSE-EVANS DESIGN BY NORMAN COATES SOUND DESIGN BY JOHN LEONARD

PREVIEWS: FRIDAY 2 AND SATURDAY 3, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY 3, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 MONDAY 5 – SATURDAY 17, 7.45PM SATURDAY 10 & 17, 2.30PM: £23/£33/£38/£42 THURSDAY 8 & 15, 2.30PM: £23/£28/£33/£38 SUNDAY 4 & 11: NO PERFORMANCES ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE POST-SHOW TALK: TUE 13 SEPT, 7.45PM BSL PERFORMANCE: WED 14 SEPT, 7.45PM

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42

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TUESDAY 20 – SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER

MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER - SATURDAY 1 OCTOBER

THE ORIGINAL. LIVE ON STAGE. ‘The most brilliantly effective spinechiller you will ever encounter’

OLIVIER AWARD NOMINEE

‘A masterpiece’ THE GUARDIAN

‘The audience were jumping out of their seats’

DAILY TELEGRAPH

THE OBSERVER

SUSAN HILL’S

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‘This Tiger is the cat’s meow’ THE TIMES

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‘A rare and grrreat achievement’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

A MUSICAL PLAY ADAPTED AND DIRECTED BY DAVID WOOD

ADAPTED BY

STEPHEN MALLATRATT

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea.

Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger!

Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem... expect to be surprised!

David Wood OBE is undisputedly the country’s leading writer and director of plays and musicals for children. His many successes include Fantastic Mr Fox, The Gingerbread Man, BFG, The Witches, Meg and Mog, Spot and Babe the Sheep Pig.

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Suitable for ages 3+

TUESDAY, 1.30PM WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY, 10.30AM & 1.30PM SATURDAY, 10.30AM, 1.30PM & 4.30PM SUNDAY, 10.30AM & 1.30PM ALL TICKETS: £15.50 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

Book if you enjoyed: The Gruffalo’s Child, Charlie & Lola’s Extremely New Play

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Illustrations Copyright © Kerr-Kneale Productions Ltd 1968

BASED ON THE BOOK BY JUDITH KERR

THE MOST TERRIFYING LIVE THEATRE EXPERIENCE IS BACK! Join over 7 million theatregoers worldwide who have lived to tell the tale of one of the most chilling and successful theatre events ever staged! Acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, The Woman in Black returns to Cambridge, for one week only, to transport you into a terrifying and ghostly world…

A lawyer, obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul.

Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story is dramatically brought alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping production, directed

by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.

MONDAY - SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE POST-SHOW TALK: THUR 29 SEPT, 2.30PM AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE: SAT 1 OCT, 2.30PM Touch tour available.

Book if you enjoyed: The Haunting, An Inspector Calls, And Then There Were None

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WEDNESDAY 12 – SATURDAY 15 OCTOBER

TUESDAY 4 – SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER A HEADLONG, ABBEY THEATRE, CITIZENS THEATRE AND LIVERPOOL EVERYMAN & PLAYHOUSE CO-PRODUCTION

★★★★★ ‘Exceptional revival’ THE TELEGRAPH

★★★★ ‘Rich, beautiful and compelling’ ‘Frank McGuinness’s masterpiece’ THE SCOTSMAN

PERFORMED IN THE ORIGINAL GREEK WITH ENGLISH SURTITLES

‘Those I belonged to, those I have not forgotten, the irreplaceable ones, they kept their nerve, and they died.’

On 1 July 1916, the 36th (Ulster) Division took part in one of the bloodiest battles in human history. The Battle of the Somme.

One hundred years on, a major new co-production of Observe the Sons of Ulster Marching Towards the Somme will tour the UK and Ireland, directed by Headlong’s Artistic Director, Jeremy Herrin.

In the extraordinary circumstances of World War One, eight ordinary men are changed, changed utterly… This iconic war play by Frank McGuinness is a powerful portrayal of mortality, love and loss.

‘What more have we to tell each other?’

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Book now for this exceptional new theatrical event, from the producer of 2014’s sell-out hit production 1984.

TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE POST-SHOW TALK: WED 5 OCT, 7.45PM BSL PERFORMANCE: WED 5 OCT, 7.45PM

Book if you enjoyed: The Plough and the Stars, Journey’s End, 1984

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DIRECTED BY HELEN EASTMAN MUSIC BY ALEX SILVERMAN DESIGNED BY NEIL IRISH LIGHTING DESIGN BY NEILL BRINKWORTH

The triennial Cambridge Greek Play returns to the Arts Theatre. After the success of 2010’s Agamemnon and 2013’s Prometheus/Frogs double bill, the same creative team return to Cambridge for another ground-breaking pairing of tragedy and comedy. The tradition of performing a play in Greek every three years at Cambridge University extends back to 1882, with alumni including Rupert Brooke, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Tom Hiddleston. This is a unique opportunity to hear the extraordinary language of these two great plays performed in the original Greek, with a newly commissioned orchestral score by composer Alex Silverman.

The 2016 Cambridge Greek Play contrasts two very different women, who both ask for help to overturn the patriarchy. But while Antigone is left alone to bury her brother, Lysistrata persuades all of the women of Greece to join her strike. These rich and deeply resonant plays make for a moving, hilarious and thought-provoking night of theatre.

Suitable for 14+

WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY 7.45PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 SCHOOLS AND STUDENTS: £18 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE PRE-SHOW TALKS: WED 12 – SAT 15, ALL AT 1.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333

Book if you enjoyed: Agamemnon, Prometheus and The Frogs, Medea

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WEDNESDAY 19 – SATURDAY 22 OCTOBER EVERGREEN THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS LTD PRESENTS

STEPHANIE BEACHAM stars in

By Richard Stirling With Jason Merrells Directed by Matthew Gould Lighting by Mike Robertson Kensington Palace, 1993. She was the Diana of her day. That day has gone. But HRH The Princess Margaret, the most glamorous figure of her generation, has a final chance to be of service.

While the Royal Family is at Balmoral, she removes several bags of correspondence from the Queen Mother’s home, including potentially sensational letters from Prince Charles – and Diana, Princess of Wales. She means to burn them all.

But there are other papers. Some of them relate to Margaret herself, and a scandal as dangerous as anything since. When an ex-gangster arrives to bring her even closer to her past, the Queen’s sister has the choice to make or break her family yet again.

WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM

Inspired by actual events, A Princess Undone sheds light on one of the Royal Family’s most controversial, enigmatic members. Witty, charming and provocative, yet ultimately on her own, Princess Margaret is not easily forgotten.

PRE-SHOW TALK: WED 19 OCT, 6.30PM

Stephanie Beacham, world-famous and acclaimed for her work on television (The Colbys, Dynasty, Bad Girls), film and stage, returns to the theatre to create a role as iconic as any she has played before.

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Jason Merrells

With a star cast including Jason Merrells (Emmerdale, Waterloo Road) as ex-gangster John Bindon, and an award-winning creative team, this riveting new play promises to be one of the most talked-about of the year.

AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: King Charles III, Handbagged, The King’s Speech

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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RM HALF TE HE OR T TREAT F WHOLE FAMILY!

‘What a fantastic show! It’s truly brilliant! And so much better than the book!’

DAVID WALLIAMS

From the acclaimed producers of Horrible Histories comes the world premiere of this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK’s best-selling author for children.

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DAILY TELEGRAPH

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

Suitable for 5+ Running Time: 2 hours 15 minutes, including a 20 minute interval

TUESDAY: 2.30PM & 7PM WEDNESDAY: 2.30PM & 7PM THURSDAY: 2.30PM & 7PM FRIDAY: 2.30PM & 7PM SATURDAY: 11AM & 3PM TICKET PRICES: ADULTS £23, CHILDREN £18 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

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RELAXED PERFORMANCE: THUR 27 OCT, 7PM (SEE PG 43 FOR DETAILS)

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

TUESDAY 25 - SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER

Book if you enjoyed: Horrible Histories, Mr Stink

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 31 OCTOBER – SATURDAY 5 NOVEMBER THEATRE ROYAL BATH PRODUCTIONS AND THE JAMES GRANT GROUP PRESENT

Starring

AMANDA HOLDEN ANGELA TRACY-ANN GRIFFIN OBERMAN TAMZIN NICOLA OUTHWAITE STEPHENSON PRIOR TO THE WEST END

Wonderfully funny and heart-warming, Stepping Out charts the lives of seven women and one man attempting to tap their troubles away at a weekly dancing class. Initially all thumbs and left feet, the group is just getting to grips with the basics when they are asked to take part in a charity gala.

Over the course of several months we meet the group, and all of them have a story to tell. There’s haughty Vera, mouthy Maxine and uptight Andy; bubbly Sylvia and shy Dorothy; eager Lynne and cheerful Rose, and, of course, Geoffrey. At the piano is the dour Mrs Fraser and spurring them all on, the ever-patient Mavis.

One of the UK’s best-loved personalities, Amanda Holden plays Vera.

Nominated for an Olivier Award in 2004 for Thoroughly Modern Millie, she also starred in the West End in Shrek the Musical. Her television credits include Wild at Heart, Kiss Me Kate and The Grimleys. She has been a judge on the award-winning Britain’s Got Talent throughout all of its ten series.

Angela Griffin is well-known as Fiona Middleton in Coronation Street and her television credits also include Waterloo Road. She starred in One Man, Two Guvnors in the West End. Tracy-Ann Oberman played Chrissie Watts in EastEnders. Her stage credits include Edmond with Kenneth Branagh. Other TV credits include Toast of London and New Tricks.

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Tamzin Outhwaite played Melanie Healy in EastEnders for four years. Her West End credits include Sweet Charity, Boeing-Boeing and How The Other Half Loves. Nicola Stephenson’s many television credits include Brookside, Holby City and Emmerdale. Her West End credits include War Horse.

This uplifting comedy enjoyed extended runs in the West End and on Broadway and was the winner of the Evening Standard Comedy of the Year Award, 1984.

MONDAY - SATURDAY, 7.45PM & SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £23/£33/£38/£45 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £23/£33/£38 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE POST-SHOW TALK: WED 2 NOV, 7.45PM

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: Footloose the Musical, Calendar Girls, Sister Act

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 7 – SATURDAY 12 NOVEMBER THEATRE ROYAL BATH PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

ROBERT POWELL AND LIZA GODDARD STAR IN

Relatively Speaking A Comedy by

Alan Ayckbourn DIRECTED BY ROBIN HERFORD DESIGNED BY PETER MCKINTOSH

‘As funny as anything Ayckbourn has ever written’ THE TIMES

‘The most brilliant comedy of misunderstandings to have been written in the past 40 years’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

Greg only met Ginny a month ago but has already made up his mind that she’s the girl for him. When she tells him that she’s going to visit her parents, he decides this is the moment to ask her father for his daughter’s hand.

Discovering a scribbled address, he follows her to Buckinghamshire where he finds Philip and Sheila enjoying a peaceful Sunday morning breakfast in the garden, but the only thing is – they’re not Ginny’s parents.

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£28/£33/£38 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

Beautifully crafted, wonderfully funny and charmingly English, Relatively Speaking was Alan Ayckbourn’s first great West End success and turned him into a household name.

HHHHH ‘Well nigh impossible not to ache with laughter’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

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Robert Powell received multiple awards and a BAFTA nomination for his portrayal of Jesus in Franco Zefferelli’s Jesus of Nazareth. His extensive stage performances include Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell and most recently King Charles III. Liza Goddard is one of the UK’s favourite actresses. Her extensive range of Ayckbourn credits includes Life of Riley, Communicating Doors and Season’s Greetings. Television work includes cult classics Doctor Who and Bergerac.

Book if you enjoyed: classic Ayckbourn, Noises Off

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 14 – SATURDAY 19 NOVEMBER ACT PRODUCTIONS AND THEATRE ROYAL BATH PRODUCTIONS PRESENT

FELICITY KENDAL

Charlie Anson

Tom Morley

Imogen Sage

English rose Lucy Honeychurch is touring Italy with her prim spinster cousin Charlotte Bartlett. Charlotte is quick to step in when Lucy makes the mistake of fraternising with the lower-class Mr Emerson and his son George at their Florentine mansion. However, when she witnesses Lucy and George actually kissing, she has no option but to whisk Lucy away to Rome.

Back home at the family’s Surrey estate Lucy becomes engaged to the eminently suitable (but priggish and pretentious) Cecil Vyse. Charlotte has sworn Lucy to secrecy over the kiss with George, but will Lucy be able to repress her feelings when she discovers that the Emersons have taken a house in the village?

‘It isn’t possible to love and part. You will wish that it was.

You can transmute love, ignore it, muddle it, but you can never pull it out of you. I know by experience that the poets are right: love is eternal’ E.M. FORSTER, A ROOM WITH A VIEW

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With its cast of vivid characters, this elegant comedy, written in 1908, is widely recognised as one of the finest novels of the twentieth century. The awardwinning Merchant Ivory film adaptation in 1985 was voted number nine in The Guardian’s list of the best romantic films of all time.

Felicity Kendal plays Charlotte Bartlett. One of the UK’s most popular actresses, she shot to fame in The Good Life and has won numerous awards for her stage work. Recent credits include Alan Ayckbourn’s Relatively Speaking and Noel Coward’s Hay Fever, both of which enjoyed successful West End runs.

MONDAY - SATURDAY, 7.45PM & SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £23/£33/£38/£42 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £23/£33/£38 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: The Importance of Being Earnest, Thérèse Raquin, Brideshead Revisited

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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TUESDAY 22 – SATURDAY 26 NOVEMBER AN ENGLISH TOURING THEATRE AND SHEFFIELD THEATRES CO-PRODUCTION

The World Premiere production

By D.H. Lawrence Adapted by Phillip Breen

TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

Lady Constance Chatterley is trapped in a loveless marriage. Feeling emotionally and physically neglected by her husband, Clifford, who was paralysed in the Great War, she flees to the arms of their handsome gamekeeper Mellors.

As their passionate affair escalates, Constance begins to realise that she can no longer live in a world of the mind alone.

D.H. Lawrence’s controversial novel is a story about freedom of the mind and body in a society bound by class and tradition, which was banned from publication in the UK until 1960.

‘A woman has to live her life, or live to repent not having lived it’

Brought to you by English Touring Theatre, their recent productions include The Herbal Bed (‘A stirring evening’ ★★★★ The Guardian) and the world premiere production of Brideshead Revisited (★★★★ Daily Mail).

Suitable for 14+ (This production contains strong language, nudity and scenes of a sexual nature)

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PRE-SHOW TALK: TUE 22 NOV, 6.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333 POST-SHOW TALK: WED 23 NOV, 7.45PM CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE: THUR 24 NOV, 7.45PM AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE: SAT 26 NOV, 2.30PM Touch tour available.

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: Eternal Love, After Miss Julie

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 23 – SATURDAY 28 JANUARY

WEDNESDAY 18 – SATURDAY 21 JANUARY CAMBRIDGE OPERATIC SOCIETY PRESENTS

‘UPROARIOUSLY ENTERTAINING EVERY INCH A WHOPPING HIT ’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

Book by THOMAS MEEHAN

Music by CHARLES STROUSE Lyrics by MARTIN CHARNIN Original production directed by Martin Charnin.

Originally produced by Irwin Meyer, Stephen R. Friedman, Lewis Allen, Alvin Nederlander Associates Inc., The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, Icarus Productions.

Based on “Little Orphan Annie” ® by permission of the Tribune Media Services Inc.

Following their NODA award-winning production of Sister Act, CaOS returns to Cambridge Arts Theatre with Annie, the world’s favourite family musical.

Set in 1930s New York during the Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery and torment at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage.

Determined to find her real parents, Annie’s luck changes when she is chosen to spend Christmas with the famous billionaire Oliver Warbucks at his grand Manhattan residence. However, the spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas, and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search…

With its multiple Tony-winning book and score, this stunning new production includes the unforgettable songs ‘Hard Knock Life’, ‘Easy Street’, ‘I Don’t Need Anything But You’ and ‘Tomorrow’. Don’t miss Annie – you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it!

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD. on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of NEW YORK.

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WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.30PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: Sister Act, Oliver!, Oklahoma!

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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ANDREW DUNN

JOE ABSOLOM

CHRIS FOUNTAIN

GARY LUCY

LOUIS EMERICK

KAI OWEN

‘TERRIFIC’ THE SUNDAY TIMES

The Full Monty returns to Cambridge after a sell-out week in 2014!

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM

A British film about six out of work steel workers with nothing to lose took the world by storm! Oscar-winning writer Simon Beaufoy has adapted his smash hit film into an hilarious and heartfelt play that has not only been getting standing ovations every night, but also won the prestigious UK Theatre Award for best touring production.

THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33

Featuring great songs by Donna Summer, Hot Chocolate and Tom Jones you really should...drop absolutely everything and book today!

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£28/£33/£38 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

Book if you enjoyed: Calendar Girls, the original film

www.cambridgeartstheatre.com

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TUESDAY 31 JANUARY – SATURDAY 4 FEBRUARY

WEDNESDAY 8 – SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY

PRODUCED BY CHEEK BY JOWL IN A CO-PRODUCTION WITH THE BARBICAN, LONDON; LES GÉMEAUX/ SCEAUX/SCÈNE NATIONALE; GRAND THÉÂTRE DE LUXEMBOURG; PICCOLO TEATRO DI MILANO - TEATRO D’EUROPA; CHICAGO SHAKESPEARE THEATER; CENTRO DRAMÁTICO NACIONAL, MADRID (INAEM)

THE MARLOWE SOCIETY PRESENT

THE WINTER’S TALE

By William Shakespeare

Directed by Declan Donnellan Designed by Nick Ormerod

EDWARD II

‘One of theatre’s most cutting-edge companies’

By Christopher Marlowe

THE TIMES

‘All live to die, and rise to fall’

‘Cheek by Jowl brings fresh life to the classics using intense vivid performances like a laser of light to set the text ablaze’ THE GUARDIAN

Edward II lives in the shadow of his father, who conquered Wales and waged war to annex Scotland. But can Edward follow his father’s legacy?

TUESDAY – FRIDAY, 7.45PM SATURDAY, 2.30PM AND 8PM:

One of Shakespeare’s greatest plays, The Winter’s Tale, though written at the same period as The Tempest, smashes all the rules that The Tempest follows.

Unity of time, place and action and hurled aside as we range across Europe, from court to country, from high tragedy to low comedy, across a time span of sixteen years.

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The Winter’s Tale tells of a delusional and paranoid king who tears his family apart. But this is the new Shakespeare, after he completed his great tragedies, and the tough struggle for redemption yields flickers of hope. Initial darkness gives way to joy as Time leads the characters to a shattering conclusion...

£18/£28/£33 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE PRE-SHOW TALK: WED 1 FEB 6.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333

Book if you enjoyed: ‘Tis Pity She’s A Whore, Ubu Roi, Macbeth

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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The nobles of England think not. The King would seem preoccupied in rewarding his male favourites, including the hated Piers Gaveston, than tackling problems at home and abroad. The time has come for Edward to take the lead, but how will he respond when his own wife, together with the senior magnates, act to bring down the King’s circle of flatterers and favourites? And what will the consequences be for the King’s son and heir?

Christopher Marlowe’s gripping drama of deceit and responsibility is brought vividly to life by the Marlowe Society, Cambridge University’s leading drama society. The Marlowe return to Cambridge Arts Theatre after their recent acclaimed productions of Measure for Measure and Dr Faustus; it has been responsible for launching the careers of some of Britain’s greatest actors including Ian McKellen, Tilda Swinton, Tom Hiddleston and Derek Jacobi.

WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: Measure for Measure, Doctor Faustus

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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TUESDAY 14 – SATURDAY 18 MARCH The Guardian

The Guardian

The Observer

The Observer

The Court Theatre production of TheRoyal Royal Court Theatre production

Financial Times

Financial Times ‘It’s hard to imagine you’ll come across

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MONDAY 17 – SATURDAY 22 APRIL

BEST NEW COMEDY

a more brilliant play this year’

ESCAPED ESCAPED ALONE ALONE

TIME OUT, 2016

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WINNER

THE OBSERVER

WHATSONSTAGE.COM AWARD 2014

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WINNER OLIVIER AWARD 2015

WINNER BROADWAY WORLD UK AWARD 2015

THE GUARDIAN

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By

FINANCIAL TIMES

Caryl Churchill

Directed by James

By

Macdonald

Caryl Churchill

Directed by James

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‘GENUINELY HILARIOUS.

Macdonald

EN ON AS SEROYAL

BOY, DOES IT HIT THE FUNNY BONE’

THE RIETY VA

DAILY TELEGRAPH

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‘RIDICULOUSLY FUNNY’ THE TIMES

Original cast, Royal Court Theatre 2016, photography by Johan Persson

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‘I FEARED I WAS GOING TO HYPERVENTILATE’ DAILY MAIL

TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see the critically acclaimed new play by Caryl Churchill, one of our greatest and most inventive living playwrights.

Three old friends and a neighbour. A summer of afternoons in the back yard.

Tea and catastrophe.

Directed by James Macdonald (The Father), Escaped Alone is the latest play from a celebrated writer whose work includes The Skriker, Light Shining In Buckinghamshire, A Number, Far Away, Blue Heart, Serious Money, Top Girls and Cloud Nine.

Design by award-winning Miriam Buether, lighting by Olivier Award winner Peter Mumford and sound by Tony Award winner Christopher Shutt.

AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: The Father, Constellations

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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Fawlty Towers meets Noises Off in this multi award-winning West End smash hit comedy, returning to Cambridge after the success of 2015’s Peter Pan Goes Wrong.

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong… does! As the accident prone thesps battle on against all the odds to reach their final curtain call, hilarious results ensue!

Hailed as ‘a gut-busting hit’ by the New York Times, this sell-out West End comedy has won a host of celebrity endorsements, from the likes of Joanna Lumley (“We laughed until the tears ran down our faces, it has to be seen”) to Ant & Dec (“The funniest show we’ve seen! If you can get a ticket, go!”).

Don’t miss this brilliantly funny comedy that’s guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter!

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2,30PM: £18/£23/£28/£33 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£23/£28 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Noises Off

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 15 – SATURDAY 20 MAY

THE THRILLING NEW STAGE PLAY FROM THE NO.1 BEST SELLING AUTHOR

THREE MURDERS ONE SUSPECT NO PROOF

Following the huge sell-out success of The Perfect Murder and Dead Simple, the thrilling work of multi-million selling author Peter James returns to Cambridge with the world premiere production of Not Dead Enough.

On the night Brian Bishop murdered his wife, he was sixty miles away, asleep in bed. At least that’s what he claims. But as Detective Superintendent Roy Grace continues to deal with the mysterious disappearance of his own wife, he starts to dig a little deeper into the chilling murder case and it soon becomes clear that love can be a dangerous thing...

Not Dead Enough is the third novel in the award winning Roy Grace series and the third play in his box office smash hit and critically acclaimed stage franchise. James has been acclaimed as ‘one of the most fiendishly clever crime fiction plotters’ (Daily Mail) and his brilliant Roy Grace novels have sold over 17 million copies worldwide. James is the 2016 recipient of crime writing’s highest honour, the Diamond Dagger.

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Don’t miss your chance to see this ingenious new play from one of the UK’s favourite crime writers.

THE MAYNARD BAR THE CIRCLE BAR

Adapted by Shaun McKenna Directed by Ian Talbot

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £23/£33/£38/£42 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £23/£33/£38 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

TO JOIN: SEE PAGE 42 Book if you enjoyed: The Perfect Murder, Dead Simple

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

www.cambridgeartstheatre.com

Have you tried our new bar spaces?

There’s more on offer on our upper floors

Our first floor Circle Bar offers a range of beers, wines and spirits – ideal for catching up with friends during the interval or before the show.

On the second floor, The Maynard Bar serves great coffee and wine in a relaxed atmosphere, with spectacular views of the city.

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education

panto babe auditions

Cambridge Arts Theatre has a diverse range of shows which will supplement and support the national school curriculum. We offer a variety of activities and materials, to support the performances, so the experience doesn’t end with the final curtain.

THE WOMAN IN BLACK

26 Sept – 1 Oct Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story has been adapted into the most terrifying stage experience of all time. An excellent example of theatrical devices, this production provides a brilliant study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror. There is a resource pack, post-show talk and workshop available to extend learning around this show. Suitable for ages 12+

OBSERVE THE SONS OF ULSTER MARCHING TOWARDS THE SOMME

4 – 8 Oct On 1 July 1916, the 36th (Ulster) Division took part in one of the bloodiest battles in human history. The Battle of the Somme. This exceptional theatrical production of Frank McGuiness’ iconic war play is not only ideal for those studying Drama but also for those studying History. There are a range of resources for both Drama and History students. Suitable for ages 12+

THE CAMBRIDGE GREEK PLAY

12 – 15 Oct The triennial Cambridge Greek Play returns with a double bill of tragedy and comedy. Performed in Ancient Greek with English surtitles this is a rare and unique opportunity for those studying Classics or Drama to see these great works performed live. A wide range of educational resources will be offered including pre-show talks and a resource pack from eminent Classics academics, a practical workshop on Greek theatre for A-Level Drama students, a Greek theatre workshop for 5-11 year olds, and associated exhibitions and tours in Cambridge museums. Suitable for ages 14+

DICK WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT

1 Dec 2016 – 8 Jan 2017 Hearing the streets are paved with gold, our down-on-his-luck hero Dick Whittington sets off to London, with his trusty cat, in search of fame, fortune, adventure and… true love! Join us on this magical adventure which is the purr-fect treat for your school. With a cross-curriculum resource pack, workshops, help with transport and a lunch room to help you make the most of your visit to the theatre, this is an experience you cannot miss. Suitable for ages 1-101!

pre-show talks

A Princess Undone

Friday 14, Saturday 15 Oct, 1.30pm

Lady Chatterley’s Lover The Winter’s Tale

Wednesday 19 Oct, 6.30pm Tuesday 22 Nov, 6.30pm

Wednesday 1 February, 6.30pm

84 Charing Cross Road The Woman in Black

Observe the Sons of Ulster

Lady Chatterley’s Lover

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Tuesday 13 Sept, 7.45pm

Thursday 29 Sept, 2.30pm

Marching Towards the Somme Wednesday 5 Oct, 7.45pm Stepping Out

Are you aged 9 – 13 years? Do you have a passion for performing?

Have you got what it takes to perform on stage at Cambridge Arts Theatre this Christmas?

We are looking for a group of 20 talented boys and girls between the ages of 9 – 13 years to join the cast Dick Whittington as panto babes.

We will be holding an informal and fun audition workshop on Sunday 18 September. Not only will you have the chance to showcase your dancing and singing skills in front of a panel of theatre professionals, you’ll learn some great dance routines and make new friends!

To book your place at the audition please call our Box Office on 01223 503333. Full details will be available on the Arts Theatre website: www.cambridgeartstheatre.com.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis, so early booking is recommended.

Please note there is a £5 administration charge per auditionee which must be paid when booking your place. All proceeds go to the Arts Theatre Panto Wheels Scheme. Due to changes in Children’s Entertainment Licensing rules we will no longer be able to cast children under the age of 9 in our pantomime. We’re sorry for any disappointment this may cause and would personally thank all of our younger auditionees and hope that we see them again soon.

panto wheels

Panto Wheels is a project, set up by Cambridge Arts Theatre, to help children from disadvantaged areas attend the Christmas pantomime by subsidising the cost of travel and/ or tickets.

For many this is their first experience of theatre and, as pantomime is bright, engaging and fun, it gives a solid foundation for children to develop a relationship with the arts. Engagement with the arts can help children improve their core foundation skills by building confidence and widening perspectives. Many schools also use the pantomime story to inform teaching and learning across the curriculum, helping children encounter subjects, such as Science and Mathematics, in exciting contexts.

In our 2015/16 pantomime season the Panto Wheels project helped over 2600 children from 19 schools and groups experience the magic of Cinderella.

post-show talks

The Cambridge Greek Play Wednesday 12, Thursday 13,

First Round: Sunday 18 September, Call backs: Sunday 2 October.

Wednesday 2 Nov, 7.45pm

Wednesday 23 Nov, 7.45pm

If you would like to discuss the educational resources for any of the shows featured in the brochure please contact Victoria Willingale, Marketing and Education Officer on 01223 578912 or email at vwillingale@cambridgeartstheatre.com.

£5 will help 1 child £25 will help 5 children £125 will help 25 children £250 will help 50 children

To make a donation to help even more children attend the pantomime this year, please contact Victoria Willingale on 01223 578912 or email vwillingale@cambridgeartstheatre.com If you would like to discuss the educational resources for any of the shows featured in the brochure please contact Victoria Willingale, Marketing and Education Officer on 01223 578912 or email at vwillingale@cambridgeartstheatre.com.

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access

The Arts Theatre aims to care for every patron as an individual, on a one to one basis.

There are parking spaces for customers with disabilities in 4 locations near the Theatre: 4 on Peas Hill; 2 in Wheeler Street; 7 in King’s Parade and 36 in Grand Arcade car park. If you have mobility requirements, please advise the Box Office when booking tickets so we are able to allocate you the correct space. Mobility scooters cannot be accommodated inside the building. We have four house wheelchairs available for use during all performances.

how to book

We have a Sennheiser infra-red hearing enhancement system, designed to help DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING patrons both without hearing aids, and for those who have hearing aids with a ‘T’ setting. We are also able to provide headsets and personal induction loops. If you have never used one before, we recommend arriving at the Theatre early so that our Front of House staff can explain how they work.

Some of our performances are BSL INTERPRETED. The British Sign Language interpreter will stand to the right of the stage, where they will interpret dialogue, as it is spoken. We also programme CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES; words will appear, as they are spoken or whenever a sound is made, on a screen positioned above or to the side of the stage.

Following the redevelopment of our Foyer spaces, we now have a new permanent entrance on St Edward’s Passage, where you will find the Arts Theatre Box Office. Please visit us during opening hours to pick up tickets, book for future performances or talk to us about the season.

ONLINE

Book online at www.cambridgeartstheatre.com

IN PERSON

Monday to Saturday, 12noon – 8pm including Bank Holidays.

BY TELEPHONE

Monday – Saturday, 12noon – 8pm on 01223 503333

BOOKING FEE

All tickets for the Arts Theatre include a £3 per-ticket booking fee.

Regular The booking fee is essential direct income for the Theatre. Because ticket revenue bar offers is divided between many different parties, an increase in ticket prices would not and discounts for SuppoRteRS’ CiRClenecessarily benefit the Theatre. By charging a booking fee we can ensure that every penny goes directly to the Theatre to help us protect its growth and longevity. oFFeR on tHiS SHow! Details emailed in advance of show.

REFUNDS to join: See page 42Tickets are not refundable unless a performance is cancelled. Exchanges and resales members & EXCHANGES may be made under certain conditions; please contact the Box Office for details of our to join See p.42 policy.

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DISCOUNTS

Discounts for customers with disabilities apply to most performances. We also offer discounts on certain performances for over 65’s, groups and schools. Please note there are no discounts on the lowest price seats. Only one discount applies and all discounts are subject to availability.

Please check with the Box Office at time of booking for available discounts.

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Starting fromfrom justjust £5 per month, our membersreceive: receive: Starting £5 per month, ourensemble Ensemblelevel level members l Priority • booking periods – offering the best chance to secure your favourite seats Priority booking periods - offering the best chance to secure your favourite seats • l Regular Regular bar offers and discounts for all shows bar offers and discounts for all shows • Ticket offers on selected shows throughout the year l Ticket offers on selected shows throughout the year • Free ticket exchange l Free ticket exchange Higher levels also receive:

Higher levels also receive: • Complimentary programmes and tickets throughout the year l Complimentary programmes and tickets throughout the year • Invitations to our meet-the-cast drinks receptions l to our meet-the-cast drinks receptions • Our Supporters’ Circle Invitations Private backstage tours and invitations to our glittering events our Supporters’ Circlea rangel Private backstage tours and invitations to our glittering events • scheme offers Dedicated hotline to bypass Box Office queues • scheme of offers range hotline to bypass Box Office queues levelsa with a slidingl Dedicated Your chosen seats held for all shows l Your chosen seats held for all shows of levelsscale withofadiscounts, sliding offers, Email joinus@cambridgeartstheatre.com or call the Box Office on 01223 503333 and involvement scale of events discounts, offers, emailFor information on our higher levels, please call the Laura Rico on 01223 578935503333 joinus@cambridgeartstheatre.com or call Box office on 01223 events and involvement For information on our higher levels, please call laura Rico on 01223 578935

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For patrons who are BLIND OR VISUALLY-IMPAIRED, we can provide large print cast lists on request. Guide dogs are welcome in the auditorium, please inform Box Office at time of booking, so that they can allocate the relevant ticket. We programme a number of AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCES throughout the year; the describer will explain what is happening, visually, on stage throughout the performance and this is relayed through a headset. A pre-show touch tour of the set is often available.

We also offer RELAXED PERFORMANCES, specifically designed to welcome people with an autism spectrum condition, learning disability and sensory or communication disorders, and families with very young children.

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Details of accessible performances are highlighted on Page 2 and on the relevant show pages. Further information on access provision is available online at www.cambridgeartstheatre.com If you would like any advice or have any questions about our provision please contact the Box Office in person during opening hours, on 01223 503333 or email access@cambridgeartstheatre.com CIRCLE

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The Management reserves the right of admission and the right to offer alternative seating. Cambridge Arts Theatre cannot be held responsible for changes to programmes and casting made by touring companies. Latecomers will be asked to wait for admission until a suitable break in the performance, which may in some cases be the interval. All prices correct at time of going to print.

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