Cambridge Arts Theatre Spring 2019 brochure

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Thu 29 Nov 2018 - Sun 6 Jan 2019 ALADDIN

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Wed 16 - Sat 19 Jan

MY FAIR LADY

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Wed 23 - Sat 26 Jan

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

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Tue 29 Jan - Sat 2 Feb

CAROLINE’S KITCHEN

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Sun 3 Feb

RORY BREMNER AND JAN RAVENS

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Wed 6 - Sun 10 Feb

THE WORST WITCH

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Mon 11 - Sat 16 Feb

REBUS: LONG SHADOWS

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Tue 19 Feb - Sat 2 Mar

THE COMEDY ABOUT A BANK ROBBERY

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Sun 3 Mar

1959: THE YEAR JAZZ CHANGED

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Mon 4 - Sat 9 Mar

A SONG AT TWILIGHT

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Sun 10 & Sun 17 Mar

CAMBRIDGE FOOTLIGHTS

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Mon 11 - Sat 16 Mar

GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS

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Tue 19 - Sat 23 Mar

THE MIRROR CRACK’D

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Tue 26 - Sat 30 Mar

EQUUS

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Tue 2 - Sat 6 Apr

ENGLISH TOURING OPERA

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Mon 8 - Sat 13 Apr

ROUGH CROSSING

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Mon 15 - Sat 20 Apr

EDMOND DE BERGERAC

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Wed 24 - Sat 27 Apr

RICHARD III

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Sun 28 Apr

DAVID STARKEY

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Mon 29 Apr - Sat 4 May

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

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Tue 7 – Wed 8 May

BALLET BLACK

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Fri 10 – Sat 11 May

IAN MCKELLEN ON STAGE

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Mon 20 - Sat 25 May

THE HOUSE ON COLD HILL

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Mon 27 May – Sat 1 Jun

STONES IN HIS POCKETS

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EDUCATION

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HOW TO BOOK

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

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

THE MIRROR CRACK’D ALADDIN Audio Described Thursday 21 March, 2.30pm BSL Sunday 2 December, 1pm Relaxed Performance Saturday 15 December, 11am EQUUS Audio Described Saturday 5 January, 1pm Captioned Saturday 30 March, 2.30pm THE WORST WITCH ROUGH CROSSING Relaxed Performance Thursday 7 February, 2pm Audio Described Saturday 13 April, 2.30pm REBUS: LONG SHADOWS TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD BSL Thursday 14 February, 7.45pm Audio Described Wednesday 1 May, 7.45pm A SONG AT TWILIGHT BSL Wednesday 6 March, 7.45pm

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welcome Welcome to our Spring/ Summer 2019 season.

As I write, we are just coming to the end of rehearsals for our pantomime Aladdin. Over the coming six weeks, we will welcome around 30,000 customers from across the region. Panto is the one show in our year that unites theatre-goers of all ages and walks of life. From nursery school trips to office parties, families who regard their annual panto visit as an essential part of Christmas to overexcited school groups, grandparents bringing their grandchildren on their first visit to the Theatre to some of our lifelong customers reminiscing about panto trips from years gone by, all are part of our panto community.

The show has been in preparation since January; the debates about songs, plot lines, casting and jokes are all over, the scenery and lights are arriving and our brilliant Front of House staff are ready to look after everyone and keep all comers supplied with ice creams. So please join us as Aladdin goes on the greatest adventure of them all, laugh, sing, shout, forget about your worries and Brexit!

Sir Ian McKellen will be bringing his one man show to us for two nights in May and we feel very honoured to be included on his tour in his 80th year. The show will start with Gandalf and he hopes it will end with some of the audience joining him to act on our stage.

All surpluses from the shows will be used to improve facilities for our customers with disabilities and will hopefully raise enough to buy a new hearing loop for our hard of hearing customers. At a time when many famous actors aren’t prepared to tour, Sir Ian is making a very practical and personal statement about the importance of regional theatre to the cultural life of our Country and we are all very grateful to this true acting legend.

Cambridge Arts Theatre is managed by The Cambridge Arts Theatre Trust Ltd. Registered in England No. 03536370 Registered Charity No. 1069912. Registered Office: 6 St Edward’s Passage, Cambridge CB2 3PJ VAT Registration No. 229 1368 04

The rest of our season offers something for everyone from the laugh out loud The Comedy about a Bank Robbery from the makers of The Play that Goes Wrong, our own production of the new stage adaptation of Rebus: Long Shadows based on Ian Rankin’s Rebus detective novels, the overdue return of the wonderful Regent’s Park Theatre production of To Kill a Mockingbird to Noël Coward’s wonderful A Song at Twilight starring Simon Callow and Jane Asher. I hope we can tempt you out, more than once, to see some of these amazing productions. If you are struggling to choose, please ring our fantastic Box Office team who will be delighted to advise you and gossip about theatre!

Finally, I want to thank all of you who have supported us this year. As an independent charity we are hugely reliant on the income from our shows and this year we have been thrilled to have such major productions, both pre and post West End, playing to packed houses. This is only possible because of the loyal support we get from you, our brilliant, audience throughout the year. Thank you and I hope we will see you again soon at Cambridge Arts Theatre.

With my best wishes

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

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PRINCIPAL Matti Aijala; Simon Aldridge; Lord Archer & Dame Mary Archer; Elizabeth Armstrong; Iain Bratchie; Karen & Steve Brine; Sir Geoffrey & Lady Olwen Cass; Sir Charles & Lady Chadwyck-Healey; Sir Richard Dearlove; Stuart & Brenda Evans; Geoff & Sue Ferreira; Shaun & Pauline Grady; Roger & Josephine Hall; Hanadi Jabado; Darren Jones-Molyneux; Linda Kerroua; Oliver & Kelly Leonard; Ian & Annette Lines; Roger & Susan May; Stephen & Hilary May; Ronald McGlade; Professor Hugh Mellor; Rory Morrison-Smith; Lucian Nethsingha; Philip & Su O’Brien; Mary Rayner; Colin & Cora Roberts; Kathy & Andrew Robinson; Gregory Sinfield; Rachel Sinfield

ACTOR Dr Chan Abraham; Emma Adeane; Steve Alsop; Chris & Masa Amatt; Ann Austen; Alixandra Avery; R S Ayres; Chris & Margaret Baker; Peter Baker; Dr Denis Bartlett; Jane Biddle; John & Jacqueline Beadsmoore; Laura Bonhomme; Sarah Bradfield; Graham Bragg; Jeanette Bromley; Francis & Jo Burkitt; Gordon & Julie Campbell; Christine Carpenter; Mr & Mrs Adrian Cassidy; John & Charlotte Chambers; John Chapman; David Charters & Penny Morris; Christopher Clark; Timothy Clarke; Geoffrey Cook; Katheryn Copping; Fiona Cornish; Nigel Corrigan; Kathryn Coutts; Richard & Caroline Crane; Joyce Dale; Peter & Viv Dee; Christine Dyer; Guy & Veronica Edwards; Shirley Ellis; Lorraine Fahey; Stuart Fairclough; Ilaria Falciatori; Mr J & Mrs S Farmer; Amanda Farnsworth; Bernard Farrant; Ken Ford; Mrs C A Gardner; Rachel Gardner; Keith Gentle; David Girling; Gyles Glover; James Goddin; Victoria Goodbody; Margaret Grass; Helen Groves & Justin Lee; Margaret Hallifax; Martin Harmer & Wendy Lamb; Sue Harrison-Spencer; Jenny Heinzelmann; Peter Hester; Peter & Valerie Hill; Bernadette Howells; Antony P Hurden; Geoffrey Hush & Irene Sylvia Lloyd; Adrienne Jackson; C Jenkins; Dorothy Kalkhoven; Gillian Kiddy; David & Michelle King; Christiane Krueger; Patrick Lavelle; John Lebus; Mr S & Mrs J Leslie; Christoph Loch & Ingela Bjork Loch; Anil Malhotra; Anna & Caleb Marchent; Mr & Mrs McGlade; Mary-Ann Middleton; Richard Morris; Julie Moss; John & Patricia Mott; Cheryl Mynott; C M Parsons; Rosemary Payne; Helen Pemberton; Chris Potter; John Prestage; Matthew & Sally Punshon; Alan & Anne Punter; Bronwyn & Laurence Ramsay; Ian Rawley; Susan Richards; Anthony Roberts; J Roberts; Jenny Robson; M E Saberton; Mr & Mrs Johnnie Sam; Christine Schwick; Christopher Schwick; John Shields; John Short; Liz & Dave Silver; Ian Sims; Christopher & Cherrill Skey; Brian Sloan; David Smyth; Iain & Irena Spence; Julie Stopher; Mr A J & Dame Veronica Sutherland; Steve Thompson; Stephen & Lorraine Thornton; Lynn Tilley; Samantha Torrent; Samantha Tucker; Steve & Traci Twait; Astrid Whiskin; Eva Whitton; Dale & Helen Williams; Simon Wingfield; Stephen Wood; Suzanna Wood; Susan Woodman; Juliet Wright; Robert Young; Anonymous

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THURSDAY 29 NOVEMBER 2018 – SUNDAY 6 JANUARY 2019

Directed by Phil Clark Written by Al Morley

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The most thrilling pantomime adventure of them all returns to Cambridge this Christmas as ALADDIN flies into the Arts Theatre to make all your wishes come true!

Aladdin and his family dream of a better life filled with riches and adventure, far away from the humdrum of their daily life in the backstreets of Peking. When a mysterious stranger offers untold riches in return for helping him find a magic lamp, Aladdin can’t believe his luck! With his head filled with dreams of money and marrying beautiful princesses, Aladdin sets off on an adventure that will change his life, and fortunes, forever…

The all-star cast includes the legendary ballet dancer and TV personality Wayne Sleep, Bergerac and Woof!’s Liza Goddard, Cambridge’s #1 Dame Matt Crosby, Wicked’s Suzie Mathers, The X-Factor’s Andy Abraham, Holly Easterbrook (Dick Whittington, Jack and the Beanstalk), Rosalind James, direct from Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre and ventriloquist Max Fulham.

Don’t miss this GENIE-us production of the timeless pantomime, brought to you with Cambridge Arts Theatre’s trademark blend of singalong tunes, spectacular dance routines, dazzling costumes and laugh-out-loud jokes guaranteed to have you rolling in the aisles, whether you’re three… or ninety-three!

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For One Night Only SUNDAY 3 FEBRUARY

RORY BREMNER AND JAN RAVENS

‘Rory Bremner is a prodigiously gifted vocal comic’ THE TELEGRAPH

‘Jan Ravens... The perfect mimic for our times’ OBSERVER

Special Guest: JO CAULFIELD She’s the Merkel to his Trump. He’s Boris to her Theresa. Two of Britain’s finest impressionists come together in the ultimate Special Relationship.

7.45PM:£20/£25/£30

Featuring over 30 characters for the price of 3, this promises to be a unique mix of impressions and hilarious satire from the stars of Bremner, Bird and Fortune and Dead Ringers.

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SUNDAY 3 MARCH

1959: THE YEAR JAZZ CHANGED

Award-winning Cambridge-based saxophonist Dan Forshaw and his sextet pay homage to the 60th anniversary of a year that changed jazz forever.

1959 saw the passing of jazz legends Lester Young & Billie Holiday and the release of the best-selling jazz album of all time, Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue.

John Coltrane’s Giant Steps took saxophone technique to new heights, Ornette Coleman showed us The Shape of Jazz to Come and Charles Mingus released Mingus Ah Um. Dave Brubeck took Time Out to bring the sound of a ‘Dry Martini’, with Paul Desmond’s Take Five.

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Join us for a celebration of the year that changed jazz.

Featuring

Paul Higgs (Trumpet) Tony Kofi (Alto Sax) Chris Jerome (Piano) 7.45PM: £20/£25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

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For One Night Only SUNDAY 10 & SUNDAY 17 MARCH

Following the sell-out success of 2018, Cambridge Footlights are back by popular demand with two nights of hilarious new comedy!

Cambridge Footlights are the world-famous comedy troupe who first aired the talents of some of the foremost British comedians and actors of this century. Founded in 1880, this university drama society boasts an impressive alumni including Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, Trevor Nunn and Peter Shaffer.

Join Footlights for two nights showcasing the finest sketches, songs and stand-up from some of the country’s finest student comedians. Early booking is highly recommended!

SUNDAY 10 & SUNDAY 17 MARCH, 7.45PM: £13/£18/£23 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

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SUNDAY 28 APRIL

DAVID STARKEY

A MONARCHY OF MISFITS? The marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, when the second son of the Prince of Wales married a divorced American actress of mixed race and uncertain religion, was seen as a fundamental modernisation of the British monarchy.

Historian and presenter David Starkey (Radio 4’s Moral Maze, Question Time) traces the radically shifting marriage customs of the British monarchy, from the laxity of the Middle Ages, through the stringencies of the Hanoverians, to the house of Windsor and its sometimes contorted adaptations to the realities of modern family life.

7.45PM: £25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

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WEDNESDAY 16 – SATURDAY 19 JANUARY CAMBRIDGE OPERATIC SOCIETY PRESENTS

Lerner & Loewe’s

My Fair Lady

Book and Lyrics by

ALAN J. LERNER

Music by

FREDERICK LOEWE

Adapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and Gabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “Pygmalion” Original production directed and staged by Moss Hart An amateur production presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe) All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI (Europe). www.mtiShows.co.uk

‘By George, she’s got it!’

Fall in love all over again with England’s favourite flower girl in this fresh, memorable production of the classic musical My Fair Lady, by Alan J. Lerner and Frederick Loewe.

Performed by award-winning musical theatre company Cambridge Operatic Society (CaOS), My Fair Lady follows the blossoming of feisty Cockney flower seller Eliza Doolittle into the polished, sophisticated woman she was meant to be – under the tutelage of demanding Professor Henry Higgins.

Featuring much loved songs such as On the Street Where You Live, With A Little Bit of Luck and I Could Have Danced All Night, My Fair Lady has been described as ‘wise, witty and winning’, ‘a work of theatre magic’ and ‘an irresistible hit’.

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A ‘loverly’ sure-fire antidote for the winter doldrums!

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

Book if you enjoyed: Sister Act, Annie

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WEDNESDAY 23 – SATURDAY 26 JANUARY THE MARLOWE SOCIETY PRESENT

Much Ado About Nothing WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE DIRECTED BY RICHARD BEECHAM BY

Sparks fly in the Sicilian sunshine, but romance won’t win easily in this feisty comedy.

One of Shakespeare’s most popular plays, Much Ado About Nothing marries witticism with sharp edge, introducing us to two of Shakespeare’s most loquacious lovers: Benedick and Beatrice. A vivid and compelling tale, this romantic comedy explores the nature of love, and asks whether romance alone can truly overcome the obstacles of family, society, honour and deception.

Cambridge University’s Marlowe Society, one of the university’s most acclaimed dramatic societies, returns to Cambridge Arts Theatre after its string of successful productions in recent years including Romeo and Juliet and Edward II. The Marlowe Society has launched the careers of some of Britain’s greatest actors including Sir Ian McKellen, Tilda Swinton, Tom Hiddleston and Derek Jacobi, and continues its tradition of showcasing the best theatrical talent at the university.

WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£25/£30 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £18/£25 STUDENTS: £18 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE PRE-SHOW TALK: THU 24 JAN, 6.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333

Much Ado About Nothing is directed by Richard Beecham, whose credits include productions across Britain and on tour, and productions at The Old Vic, Theatre Royal Bath and the Watford Palace.

Book if you enjoyed: Romeo & Juliet, Measure for Measure

Age guidance 11+

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TUESDAY 29 JANUARY – SATURDAY 2 FEBRUARY THE ORIGINAL THEATRE COMPANY, GHOST LIGHT THEATRE AND EILENE DAVIDSON PRESENT

A C O M E DY BY T O R B E N B E T T S

DIRECTED BY ALASTAIR WHATLEY

PRIOR TO NEW YORK ‘Makes you laugh when you really think you shouldn’t… it’s HILARIOUS’ JENNI MURRAY, BBC RADIO 4

HHHH ‘The comedy simmers’ DAILY MAIL CRITICS’ CHOICE

From the team who brought you the smash hit comedy Invincible, and direct from its London run, this searing, sharp, state of the nation comedy is coming to Cambridge this Spring.

Caroline Mortimer is the nation’s favourite TV cook.

In the glow of studio lights she has it all – a sparkling career, a big house, a (golf) loving husband, smart kids and the best kitchen money can buy. But when the camera turns off the truth comes out, and when an unexpected guest disrupts a night of celebration there is more to spill than the wine…

Welcome to Caroline’s Kitchen…

Starring Caroline Langrishe (Lovejoy, Judge John Deed), Aden Gillett (The House of Eliott), James Sutton (Emmerdale, Hollyoaks), Jasmyn Banks (EastEnders) and Elizabeth Boag (Invincible).

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Caroline’s Kitchen is from the award-winning Original Theatre Company (The Habit of Art), who brought you Torben Betts’ Invincible and is directed by Alastair Whatley (The Importance of Being Earnest, Wait Until Dark, Birdsong).

TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30/£35 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE POST-SHOW TALK: WED 30 JAN, 7.45PM

Book if you enjoyed: Invincible, Rules for Living

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WEDNESDAY 6 – SUNDAY 10 FEBRUARY KENNY WAX FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT, NOVEL THEATRE AND NICA BURNS PRESENT A ROYAL & DERNGATE, NORTHAMPTON PRODUCTION

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Mildred Hubble was an ordinary girl who found herself in a school for witches. Jealous Ethel Hallow is always out to spoil Mildred’s fun. Miss Hardbroom is opposed to all fun in general. And just as Mildred sparks some inevitable mayhem certain to upset them both, an old enemy returns with a plan for revenge that could threaten not just the academy, but the whole world.

WEDNESDAY, 7PM & THURSDAY, 2PM: ADULTS: £21 | CHILDREN: £17 FRIDAY – SATURDAY, 2PM & 7PM AND SUNDAY, 2PM: ADULTS: £25 | CHILDREN: £21

Featuring Jill Murphy’s beloved characters, this new action-packed stage adaptation features original songs, music, magic and a dose of Mildred’s unique brand of utter pandemonium!

ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

Age guidance: 7+

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RELAXED PERFORMANCE: THU 7 FEB, 2PM

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MONDAY 11 – SATURDAY 16 FEBRUARY DANIEL SCHUMANN, LEE DEAN AND CAMBRIDGE ARTS THEATRE IN ASSOCIATION WITH BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE PRESENT

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CATHY TYSON

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‘RANKIN IS A MASTER STORYTELLER’ THE GUARDIAN

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‘WORTHY OF AGATHA CHRISTIE AT HER BEST’ THE SCOTSMAN

Detective Inspector John Rebus is retired but the shadows of his former life still follow him through the streets of Edinburgh. Whisky helped but now he’s denying himself that pleasure. But when the daughter of a murder victim appears outside his flat, he’s back on the case and off the wagon...

Ian Rankin’s Rebus novels have dominated the detective fiction market with the ensuing television series ensuring the detective’s legendary status. Now, alongside award-winning playwright Rona Munro, Ian Rankin is bringing his beloved creation to the stage for the very first time.

Starring Ron Donachie as John Rebus, best known for playing DI John Rebus in the BBC Radio 4 dramatisations of the Ian Rankin Rebus mystery novels and for his role of Ser Roderick Cassel in the hit TV series Game of Thrones.

Age guidance 12+ (contains strong language)

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30/£35 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE PRE-SHOW TALK: TUE 12 FEB, 6.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333 POST-SHOW TALK: WED 13 FEB, 7.45PM BSL PERFORMANCE: THU 14 FEB, 7.45PM

Book if you enjoyed: Sherlock Holmes, Peter James’ The Perfect Murder and Not Dead Enough

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TUESDAY 19 FEBRUARY – SATURDAY 2 MARCH

THE WEST END SMASH HIT FROM THE CRE

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EATORS OF THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG

HHHHH ‘A FAST AND FABULOUS COMEDY CAPER’ THE TIMES

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‘THIS IS THE FUNNIEST SHOW IN THE WEST END’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

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Ocean’s Eleven meets the Marx Brothers in this dynamite new comedy now enjoying its third year in the West End! Following the phenomenal sell-out success of the multi award-winning The Play That Goes Wrong, Mischief Theatre return to Cambridge with their latest fast and fabulous comedy caper, The Comedy About A Bank Robbery.

A priceless diamond has been entrusted to the city bank, an institution so corrupt that even the security guards are on the take. Can it be safely stored or will it all go horribly wrong?

Don’t miss this smash-and-grab hit comedy, guaranteed to deliver swag loads of laughter. Book now, it would be criminal to miss it!

Age guidance 11+

TUESDAY 19 FEB – SATURDAY 2 MAR, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY 23 FEB & SATURDAY 2 MAR, 2.30PM: £20/£29/£34/£39 THURSDAY 21 & THURSDAY 28 FEB, 2.30PM: £20/£29/£34 SUNDAY 24 FEB: NO PERFORMANCES ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE POST-SHOW TALK: WED 20 FEB, 7.45PM

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MONDAY 4 – SATURDAY 9 MARCH THEATRE ROYAL BATH PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

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World famous author Sir Hugo Latymer is growing old, rude and haughty. In the private suite of a hotel where he lives, he is attended to by his long-suffering wife and former secretary, Hilde, and Felix, a handsome young waiter.

Here he nervously awaits the arrival of an old flame, actress Carlotta Gray, with whom he enjoyed a two-year love affair more than forty years ago. What can she possibly want now? Revenge for his uncharitable characterisation of her in his recent autobiography? Money, to compensate for a second-rate acting career? It turns out Carlotta is writing her own memoir, and wants something much more significant than cash…

Bittersweet, hugely entertaining and full of sharp wit and repartee, A Song at Twilight is about harbouring secrets and regretting missed opportunities.

Simon Callow is an acclaimed actor, writer and director, best known for the films Amadeus, Four Weddings and a Funeral, A Room with a View and Shakespeare in Love. Recent stage credits include Equus, Waiting for Godot, Shakespeare: The Man from Stratford, and Noël Coward’s Present Laughter.

Jane Asher is one of the UK’s most accomplished actresses. Her recent stage credits include Great Expectations, An American in Paris, Pride and Prejudice, Charley’s Aunt and Moon Tiger. Her TV and film credits include Alfie, The Mistress, Dancing on the Edge, Holby City and Bad Guys.

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £25/£35/£40/£45 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £25/£35/£40 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE BSL PERFORMANCE: WED 6 MAR, 7.45PM

Book if you enjoyed: Present Laughter, Hay Fever

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MONDAY 11 – SATURDAY 16 MARCH ATG PRODUCTIONS, ACT PRODUCTIONS AND GLASS HALF FULL PRODUCTIONS PRESENT

Lies. Greed. Corruption.

It’s business as usual.

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THE SAVAGELY ENTERTAINING SMASH-HIT COMEDY DIRECT FROM THE WEST END

Starring

MARK BENTON AND NIGEL HARMAN ★★★★★ Metro ★★★★ The Guardian ★★★★ The Times ★★★★ Daily Mail ★★★★ Daily Express ‘First prize is a Cadilliac El Dorado! Second…a set of steak knives. Third prize is you’re fired!’

Lies. Greed. Corruption. It’s business as usual for TV and stage stars Mark Benton (Waterloo Road, As You Like It) and Nigel Harman (EastEnders, A Chorus of Disapproval) who are set to thrill as the deal-chasing cut throat Chicago salesmen in the first ever major UK tour of this highly acclaimed awardwinning West End success. It’s high stakes competition as four desperate employees will do anything, legal or otherwise, to seal the deal.

This is a darkly funny, razor sharp revival of David Mamet’s Olivier and Pulitzer Prize winning masterpiece never before seen across the UK. A must see.

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£30/£35/£40 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£30/£35 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

Book if you enjoyed: Art, Vulcan 7

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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TUESDAY 19 – SATURDAY 23 MARCH A WALES MILLENNIUM CENTRE AND WILTSHIRE CREATIVE PRODUCTION

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SIMON SHEPHERD

Times are changing. Girls are wearing trousers and Hollywood has come to a sleepy English village in the shape of a beautiful film star. Miss Marple begins to question her place in the world until a mysterious death calls into question the past of all those present.

Everyone’s version of events is different. Can Miss Marple unravel the tangle of lies?

TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30/£35 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE: THU 21 MAR, 2.30PM Touch tour available.

This thrilling new play, based on Agatha Christie’s novel and featuring Susie Blake (Coronation Street, Mrs Brown’s Boys) and Simon Shepherd (Peak Practice), explores how we all colour our own memories, our own truths, to disguise the darkness that lies within.

Book if you enjoyed: Love from a Stranger, Wait Until Dark

In this rich psychological drama, everyone has a secret…

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TUESDAY 26 – SATURDAY 30 MARCH ENGLISH TOURING THEATRE AND THEATRE ROYAL STRATFORD EAST PRESENT

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‘English Touring Theatre is surely the national theatre of touring’ Sir Ian McKellen

‘An astute and powerful production’ The Times (on ETT’s Othello)

Inspired by a true story, Peter Shaffer’s gripping psychological thriller, Equus, explores the complex relationships between devotion, myth and sexuality.

This exciting new production is directed by the award-winning Ned Bennett.

When teenager Alan Strang’s pathological fascination leads him to blind six horses in a Hampshire stable, psychiatrist Dr. Martin Dysart is tasked with uncovering the motive behind the boy’s violent act. As Dysart delves into Alan’s world of twisted spirituality, passion and sexuality, he begins to question his own sanity and motivations in a world driven by consumerism.

Equus is a co-production between UK Theatre Award winners English Touring Theatre and Theatre Royal Stratford East.

Age guidance 14+ (Contains scenes of a violent and sexual nature including full frontal nudity)

TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30/£35 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE PRE-SHOW TALK: TUE 26 MAR, 6.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333 POST-SHOW TALK: THU 28 MAR, 7.45PM CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE: SAT 30 MAR, 2.30PM

Book if you enjoyed: A Streetcar Named Desire, The Weir

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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TUESDAY 2 – SATURDAY 6 APRIL

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IDOMENEO ROSSINI

ELIZABETH I English Touring Opera present a season of Kings and Queens in the battle for love, loyalty and power with each opera featuring a large chorus and live orchestra.

VERDI’S MACBETH Tuesday 2 & Friday 5 April

Sung in English The witches have a prophecy: Macbeth will be king. But royalty comes at a price. Follow Macbeth in a blood-soaked journey to the throne and watch a guilt-ridden Lady Macbeth descend into the depths of despair.

MOZART’S IDOMENEO Wednesday 3 & Saturday 6 April

Sung in Italian with English surtitles Returning from the Trojan war and in the midst of a storm, King Idomeneo promises the raging seas he will sacrifice the first person he meets in return for safe passage. Cruelly, the first person he encounters is his only son, Idamante. This is an opera exploring royalty, high ideals and deep emotions.

ROSSINI’S ELIZABETH I Thursday 4 April

Sung in Italian with English surtitles Elizabeth I shows the woman behind the monarch. The queen had the reputation of a woman who ruled with her head and silenced her heart – but writers and composers remained fascinated with her private life and rivalry with her cousin, Mary Queen of Scots. Rossini’s opera contrasts the private and public spheres of her life, culminating in a virtuosic showdown between the virgin queen, her councillor, her love and his wife.

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TUESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.30PM: £25/£35/£40/£45 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE PRE-SHOW TALKS: WED 3, THU 4, FRI 5 APR ALL AT 6.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333

Book if you enjoyed: The Marriage of Figaro, Il Tabarro, Tosca

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 8 – SATURDAY 13 APRIL BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

‘FEW MODERN PLAYWRIGHTS SERVE A FIZZIER CHAMPAGNE OF VERBAL WIT THAN TOM STOPPARD’ NEW YORK TIMES

STARRING

MATTHEW COTTLE SIMON DUTTON ROB OSTLERE ISSY VAN RANDWYCK and CHARLIE STEMP

TOM STOPPARD’S

DIRECTED BY

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LYRICS TOM STOPPARD

‘HYSTERICAL’ BROADWAY WORLD

Bill Kenwright presents a brand new production of one of the most hilarious and brilliant plays by Tom Stoppard, the Tony and Academy award-winning writer of Arcadia, Travesties and the hugely acclaimed film Shakespeare in Love.

Two famous but desperate playwrights are stuck on an ocean liner headed for New York, feverishly trying to rehearse their latest show before reaching land, and opening night. But they are constantly distracted by their delicate composer’s attempts to end it all, having overheard his lover confess her feelings to the leading man. Add an absurdly unorthodox waiter, a mistimed lifeboat drill and a vanishing glass of brandy and soon the sharp Atlantic winds turn to world-class gales of laughter as these colourful characters become tangled up in a typically Stoppardian string of absurd events.

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30/£35 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE: SAT 13 APR, 2.30PM Touch tour available.

Book if you enjoyed: Arcadia, Shakespeare in Love

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 15 – SATURDAY 20 APRIL ADAM BLANSHAY PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS THE BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE PRODUCTION OF

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MEET THE MAN BEHIND THE NOSE

Alexis Michalik Translated by Jeremy Sams By

Freddie Fox

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Josie Lawrence

Meet the man behind the nose! Starring Freddie Fox and Josie Lawrence, the multi award-winning comedy Edmond de Bergerac, by French writer Alexis Michalik, took France by storm and now makes its English language premiere.

December 1897, Paris. Playwright Edmond Rostand is approaching his thirtieth birthday with no new plays but a whole lot of worries. He has not written anything in two years and in desperation has promised a new play to the acting superstar, Constant Coquelin.

A desperate Edmond draws on his problems to write a new comedy. It will be an unbelievable tale about the demands of his producers, the whims of the actresses, the jealousy of his wife, his doubting colleagues and the romantic adventures of his best friend. It shall be called Cyrano de Bergerac!

Winner of 5 Molière Awards, including Best New Play.

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £25/£35/£40/£45 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £25/£35/£40 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

Book if you enjoyed: The Judas Kiss, Molière’s Tartuffe, Nell Gwynn

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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WEDNESDAY 24 – SATURDAY 27 APRIL HEADLONG, ALEXANDRA PALACE AND BRISTOL OLD VIC, WITH ROYAL AND DERNGATE, NORTHAMPTON AND OXFORD PLAYHOUSE PRESENT

**** ‘Richly entertaining.

Evocatively designed. Funny and deeply rewarding.’

DAILY TELEGRAPH

BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE DIRECTED BY JOHN HAIDAR ‘What do I fear? Myself?’

After decades of civil war the nation hangs in the balance. Enter Richard, Duke of Gloucester, to change the course of history.

Richard was not born to be a king, but he’s set his sights on the crown. So begins his campaign of deceit, manipulation and violence – and he’s killing it.

Yet, behind his ambition lies a murderous desire to be loved.

Tom Mothersdale (The Glass Menagerie, Cleansed, John) returns to Headlong to play Shakespeare’s iconic villain, in a revelatory new production directed

by Headlong’s Associate Artist John Haidar.

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Age guidance 12+

WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30/£35 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30 STUDENTS: £18 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE PRE-SHOW TALK: WED 24 APR, 6.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333 POST-SHOW TALK: THU 25 APR, 7.45PM

Book if you enjoyed: This House, People, Places & Things, 1984, Headlong’s Romeo & Juliet

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 29 APRIL – SATURDAY 4 MAY JONATHAN CHURCH PRODUCTIONS, CURVE AND REGENT’S PARK THEATRE LTD PRESENT THE REGENT’S PARK OPEN AIR THEATRE PRODUCTION

‘MAGNIFICENT’

‘SUPERB’

DAILY EXPRESS

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Adapted for the stage by

Based on the novel by

CHRISTOPHER SERGEL

HARPER LEE

‘A TERRIFIC RETELLING OF HARPER LEE’S CLASSIC’ THE TIMES

Experience the critically acclaimed production of one of the greatest novels of the 20th century as the sell-out show returns to Cambridge.

Set in the Deep South, Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Price-winning novel sees racial injustice divide a small-town community. With integrity and compassion, lawyer Atticus Finch seeks the truth. His courageous daughter, Scout, brings hope to a neighbourhood in turmoil.

This utterly enchanting and timely production from London’s award-winning Regent’s Park Theatre captures the warmth, poignancy and magic of this best-loved classic.

PROUD SUPPORTERS OF CAMBRIDGE ARTS THEATRE

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30/£35 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE PRE-SHOW TALK: TUE 30 APR, 6.30PM BOOKING ESSENTIAL ON 01223 503333 POST-SHOW TALK: WED 1 MAY, 7.45PM AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE: WED 1 MAY, 7.45PM Touch tour available.

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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TUESDAY 7 – WEDNESDAY 8 MAY

BALLET BLACK

Celebrating their eighteenth year, there is always excitement when Ballet Black take to the stage. Contrasting dramatic and inventive storytelling in a lively showcase of modern ballet, Ballet Black return to Cambridge for two nights only.

Ignoma (meaning song) is a specially commissioned piece by Company dancer and choreographer Mthuthuzeli November, imagining the struggles of black South African miners in 1946 – the same year in which 60,000 of them took courageous strike action. Through a fusion of ballet, African dance and singing, the piece portrays a milestone moment in the country’s history.

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TUESDAY – WEDNESDAY, 7.45PM: £20/£25/£30 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

In addition, a light-hearted ballet by renowned choreographer Luca Silvestrini – another original work for the mesmerising ensemble whose dancers are of black and Asian descent.

Book if you enjoyed: Richard Alston Dance Company, BalletBoyz

Age guidance 7+

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BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

FRIDAY 10 – SATURDAY 11 MAY AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP PRESENTS

Ian McKellen will perform at Cambridge Arts Theatre to give two charity performances, as part of a very special birthday tour. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see one of Britain’s national treasures on the Arts Theatre stage talking about his prolific career.

A message from Ian McKellen: “I’m celebrating my 80th birthday by touring a new solo show to theatres I know well and a few that I don’t. The show starts with Gandalf and will probably end with an invitation to act with me on stage. In-between there will be anecdotes and acting. I open at my local arts centre in January and end up by August in Orkney.

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Live theatre has always been thrilling to me, as an actor and in the audience.

Growing up in Lancashire, I was grateful to those companies who toured beyond London and I’ve always enjoyed repaying that debt by touring up and down the country myself, with the RSC, National Theatre, Prospect Theatre, the Actors’ Company, as well as with commercial productions.

I can’t forget the thrill of first appearing at Cambridge Arts Theatre when I was an undergraduate in The Marlowe Society productions. Alongside Derek Jacobi and other future professionals, I played in Shakespeare, Marlowe, Ibsen and Anouilh. Since, I’ve returned many times with the old Prospect Company, the Actors’ Company. Most recently I was in the audience to see one of Ken Dodd’s last shows. All profits will go towards a new hearing loop for the theatre and better access provision for their customers with disabilities.

See you there, I hope!”

FRIDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM: £20/£35/£55/£75 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 20 – SATURDAY 25 MAY JOSHUA ANDREWS AND PETER JAMES PRESENT

THE CHILLING N EW STAGE PLAY FROM THE N O BESTSELLIN .1 G AUTHOR

JOE McFADDEN RITA SIMONS IN

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THEY SAID THE DEAD CAN’T HURT YOU...

THEY WERE WRONG

Following the incredible sell-out success of Not Dead Enough, The Perfect Murder and Dead Simple, the best-selling author Peter James is back with this spine-tingling new play.

Starring Joe McFadden (The Crow Road, Heartbeat, Strictly Come Dancing 2017) and Rita Simons (Roxy Mitchell in EastEnders), this world premiere production tells the story of the Harcourt family. The Harcourts move into the house of their dreams; an old, dilapidated Georgian mansion that has been empty for 40 years. However, their dream home quickly turns into a nightmare as they realise they aren’t the only residents at Cold Hill.

Also starring Charlie Clements (Bradley in EastEnders) and Persephone SwalesDawson (Hollyoaks), The House on Cold Hill is a modern day ghostly thriller that will send shivers down your spine… and make you think twice about returning home to an empty house after the show!

MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £24/£34/£39/£43 THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £24/£34/£39 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

Book if you enjoyed: Dead Simple, The Perfect Murder

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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MONDAY 27 MAY – SATURDAY 1 JUNE ROSE THEATRE KINGSTON PRODUCTIONS AND THEATRE ROYAL BATH PRODUCTIONS IN ASSOCIATION WITH MCCARTER THEATRE CENTER

A small village in rural Ireland is turned upside down when a Hollywood film studio descends to make a historical blockbuster on location. As cultures clash, it becomes clear that Tinseltown’s romanticised dream of Ireland is a long way from reality.

Just two talented actors brilliantly bring to life a multitude of extraordinary characters, ranging from the spoilt American starlet to the English director and village old-timer.

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MONDAY – SATURDAY, 7.45PM

Hysterically funny, thought-provoking and witty, this wonderful comedy has won numerous awards including Olivier and Evening Standard Awards for Best New Comedy, as well as three Tony nominations on Broadway.

AND SATURDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£30/£35/£40

One of the UK’s greatest directors of comedy, Lindsay Posner’s many acclaimed productions include Noises Off (The Old Vic), and Abigail’s Party, Relatively Speaking and Hay Fever in the West End. He was Associate Director of the Royal Court Theatre from 1987-1992, where his production of Death and the Maiden won two Olivier Awards.

Book if you enjoyed: Noises Off, Relatively Speaking

THURSDAY, 2.30PM: £20/£30/£35 ALL TICKET PRICES INCLUDE A £3 PER-TICKET BOOKING FEE

BOX OFFICE: 01223 503333

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education

Cambridge Arts Theatre programmes a diverse range of shows in order to supplement and support all stages of the national curriculum. We offer a variety of activities and materials designed to complement performances and provide classroom resources so that your students’ educational experience doesn’t end with the final curtain.

ALADDIN

Thursday 29 November 2018 - Sunday 6 January 2019 Book now – limited availability! The charming tradition of the British pantomime provides a rich cultural experience for children. Enjoying the pantomime is not only an opportunity for bonding, but also one of great educational merit; imaginations are stimulated and appreciation of the creative arts grows. Don’t miss the opportunity to treat them this winter. Suitable for ages 1-101!

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

Wednesday 23 – Saturday 26 January Vivid and compelling, Shakespeare’s romantic comedy explores love’s capacity to transcend all obstacles placed in its path. Seeing Shakespeare’s work in its intended form – on the stage – is vital for students if they are to fully understand the text and the intricacy of its plot, language and character portrayal. Free workshops run by the actors are also available for schools upon request. Suitable for ages 11+

THE WORST WITCH

Wednesday 6 – Sunday 10 February This magical adaptation of Jill Murphy’s novel of the same name is a must-see for your students. Featuring original songs, music and mayhem, The Worst Witch will engage their imaginations and encourage their creativity. Treat your pupils to vibrant story-telling with this spell-binding production. Suitable for ages 7+

EQUUS

Tuesday 26 – Saturday 30 March Inspired by a true story, Peter Shaffer’s gripping psychological thriller is an undaunted exploration of sexuality and mythology. Directed by the award-winning Ned Bennett, this is a scintillating performance for A-Level students who are experimenting with theatrical boundaries. Suitable for ages 14+ (Contains scenes of violence and sexual nature including full frontal nudity)

RICHARD III

Wednesday 24 - Saturday 27 April The story of Richard III’s violent, deceitful campaign to steal the crown remains as pertinent today as it was in Shakespeare’s time. The Machiavellian king is one of his greatest creations and the play gives excellent context to those studying this period in history. Inspire your students with this revelatory new production directed by Headlong Associate Artist John Haidar. Suitable for ages 12+

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Monday 29 April – Saturday 4 May A seminal text at secondary school age, this beloved novel has taught millions of students across the globe the crucial values of justice, truth and integrity. We’re delighted that the award-winning stage adaptation, fresh from Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, will return to us; we hope to welcome even more students through our doors than the last time it visited. Suitable for ages 7+

pre-show talks (booking essential)

Much Ado About Nothing Rebus: Long Shadows Equus English Touring Opera

Richard III To Kill A Mockingbird

Thursday 24 Jan, 6.30pm Tuesday 12 Feb, 6.30pm Tuesday 26 Mar, 6.30pm Wednesday 3 Apr Thursday 4 Apr Friday 5 Apr, all at 6.30pm Wednesday 24 Apr, 6.30pm Tuesday 30 Apr, 6.30pm

post-show talks

Caroline’s Kitchen Wednesday 30 Jan, 7.45pm Rebus Wednesday 13 Feb, 7.45pm The Comedy About A Bank Robbery Wednesday 20 Feb, 7.45pm Equus Thursday 28 Mar, 7.45pm Richard III Thursday 25 Apr, 7.45pm To Kill A Mockingbird Wednesday 1 May, 7.45pm

If you would like to discuss the educational resources for any of the shows featured in the brochure please contact Rachel Osborne on 01223 578912 or email at rosborne@cambridgeartstheatre.com

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how to book The Arts Theatre Box Office can be found at our new permanent entrance on St Edward’s Passage. 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.

The booking fee is essential direct income for the Theatre. Because ticket revenue is divided between many different parties, an increase in ticket prices would not necessarily 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.

Tickets are not refundable unless a performance is cancelled. Exchanges and resales may be made under certain conditions; please contact the Box Office for details of our policy.

REFUNDS & EXCHANGES

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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR VISIT The safety and security of our patrons is of the utmost importance to us.

Please take note of the below information regarding our bag policy.

In the interest of customer safety the following items cannot be taken into the auditorium and must be stored in our cloakroom: Rucksacks or backpacks of any size, children’s rucksacks, handbags that can be worn as backpacks, handbags larger than 25cm x 35cm, shopping bags and large items such as holdalls and suitcases.

We strongly urge you to leave all bags at home or in your car, where it is practical. If you bring them to the Theatre you will be asked to check them in to the cloakroom which is situated on the first floor past the Stalls Bar (Peas Hill entrance). Customers with access needs who wish to check in bags should make themselves known to the Duty Manager.

Please allow sufficient time to travel to the Theatre and to allow for the additional delays this may cause. We recommend that you arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the performance.

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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 the 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 five house wheelchairs (including one electric) available for use during all performances subject to availability.

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.

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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