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Following the success of our Theatre Trip programme, Skills are proud to announce the expan sion of this programme which includes, Day Trips, Upgraded and Premium Packages.

Day Trips

These exciting new trips are planned from and offer return coach travel from caref May 2015 ully selected pickups, a choice of theatre shows and a few in London to get some lunch or do a spot free hours of shopping.

Upgraded Packages

Our hotel will be located in central Lond on a minimum 3* standard. Offering a choic and will be e shows, free time in London and also the of theatre option to on a flight on the London Eye on day two. add

Premium Packages

Arriving in London for free time in the aftern evening you can enjoy your chosen theat oon, this re stay at a central 4* hotel and leave Lond show. We on on day two at approx 4pm for the journey home, giving you plenty of time to enjoy London in all its glory.

COMING SOON! CALL NOW

tBC 2 days from r t 28 Novembe Sa & r be em e! ac Sat 14 Nov pl Reserve your Seats in Circle.

BOOKINGS 08456 665544

2 day london theatre breaks There is nothing quite like one of our London Theatre Break Weekends.

Offering a dazzling array of West End Shows there really is no excuse for missing your favourite when they’re in the world’s number one entertainment capital - London. Whilst in London explore the sights and sounds, visit the museums and galleries or have a wander down Oxford Street and buy out the shops! London combined with a theatre show guarantees a magical experience that’s not easily forgotten.

INTERMISSION INCLUDES

Return coach travel from selected pick ups across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire & South Yorkshire 1 night dinner, bed and breakfast Excursions as stated Matinee performance of chosen theatre show

DURING YOUR STAY Saturday

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West End - We make the journey to London to enjoy the matineé performance of your chosen theatre show, before continuing onto our hotel for our evening meal.

Sunday

London - Enjoy the morning at leisure in London, a varied and exciting capital city world renowned for its fashion, style and attractions. You will be amazed by the number of places that you can visit from Soho to Hyde Park and from Trafalgar Square to the National History Museum you will never be short of things to see and do. Alternatively take a ride on the London Eye which gives panoramic views over our capital city. We depart London at approximately 2.30pm for our journey home.

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OPTIONAL excursion

Add an optional excursion to your Theatre Break and make your weekend go further with the best views of London on an optional excursion on the London Eye for just £24 per adult, £16 per child (Optional must be booked at the time of booking your holiday).

FINAL Curtain call Hotel •••

Novotel Stevenage

MODER N HOTEL!

This modern and relaxing hotel is situated at the entrance to Knebworth House.

With friendly and welcoming staff and stylish rooms, located just 29 miles from Central London this hotel is a perfect choice for our Theatre Break Weekend.

Hotel facilities: En-suite bedrooms: • Restaurant • Tea/coffee facilities • TV • Hairdryer • Lounge/bar

BOOK TODAY CALL 08456 665544

2 day london theatre breaks NEW Memphis

This smash hit award winning musical comes straight from Broadway and has been dazzling audiences across America! Now on the West End, Memphis tells the story of 1950’s life in the underground nightlclubs and how a new era is on the horizon for rock n roll, blues and gospel music. When a young man falls in love with a club singer he has a vision to showcase her voice across the airwaves and break cultural divides which sparks a music revolution!

20-Jun-2015 | S | from £109 01-Aug-2015 | S | from £109

NEW The Commitments

A story of Jimmy Rabbitte, a young working class music fan, who shapes an unlikely bunch of amateur musicians and friends into an amazing live act, the finest soul band Dublin has ever produced.

The show follows the journey of two members of a frustrated synthesizer band – the opening scene we find them playing but being ignored in a shop window – who turn to Jimmy, the local music expert, for help.

04-Jul-2015 | GC | from £135

Billy Elliot

Billy Elliot is a funny, moving, feel-good celebration of hope and the power of dreams.

Adapted from the classic 2000 Brit movie drama starring Jamie Bell, this play incorporates music and choreography to deliver an emotional storyline as Billy stumbles from the boxing ring and into the world of Ballet.

02-May-2015 | S | from £109 30-May-2015 | S | from £109 25-Jul-2015 | DC | from £109

Charlie & the Chocolate Factory

Roald Dahl’s deliciously dark tale of young Charlie Bucket and the mysterious confectioner Willy Wonka comes to life in a brand new West End musical. When Charlie wins a golden ticket to the weird and wonderful Wonka Factory it’s the chance of a lifetime to feast on the sweets he’s always dreamed off, but beyond the gates astonishment awaits as not everything is as sweet as it seems.

23-May-2015 | GC | from £139 18-Jul-2015 | GC | from £139

NEW The Book of Mormon

From the creators of South Park comes the award winning musical Book of Mormon.

An edgy and sometimes outrageous satire musical which takes shots at everything from organised religion to consumerism, the state of the economy and the musical theatre genre itself. (Please note: not suitable for children under 15 years old) 13-Jun-2015 | S | from £135

NEW Bend it Like Beckham

An uplifting adaptation of the much-loved hit film, this striking musical tells the tale of a young girl who finds herself with a big decision to make. Should she live up to family expectations and head towards university and marriage or chase her dreams and follow in the footsteps of Golden Balls himself, David Beckham?

20-Jun-2015 | S | from £119

NEW LET IT BE

International sensation Let it Be is returning to London’s West End in 2015.

Relive The Beatles’ meteoric rise from their humble beginnings in Liverpool’s Cavern Club, through the heights of Beatlemania, to their later studio masterpieces, with live performances of early tracks including Twist and Shout, She Loves You and Drive My Car, as well as global mega-hits Yesterday, Hey Jude, Come Together and, of course, Let It Be. 15-Aug-2015 | S | from £129

Jersey Boys

Jersey Boys, the internationally acclaimed musical, tells the remarkable rise to stardom of one of the most successful bands in pop music history. Discover how four New Jersey boys from the wrong side of the tracks invented their own unique sound, were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and sold 100 million records worldwide.

With spectacular performances of all their main hits this is an electrifying show.

30-May-2015 | GC | from £129 15-Aug-2015 | S | from £135

Lion King

Julie Taymor’s reimaging of Disney’s animated film The Lion King celebrates its 15th year in production for what is an all-time family favourite. Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains to the evocative rhythms of Africa, this spectacular production explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music to tell the timeless story of Simba.

09-May-2015 | GC | from £139 06-Jun-2015 | GC | from £129 25-Jul-2015 | GC | from £119

seating Les Misérables

S = Stalls C = Circle DC = Dress Circle

In its 29th year, Cameron Mackintosh’s legendary production of Boubil and Schönbergs Les Misérables is a global sensation. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption.

16-May-2015 | UC | from £129 18-Jul-2015 | UC | from £129

Mamma Mia!

A mother, a daughter, three possible fathers and a trip down memory lane you’ll never forget; Catherine Johnson’s sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings 3 men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.

06-Jun-2015 | GC | from £139 08-Aug-2015 | GC | from £139

Matilda

Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, Matilda is the captivating musical that revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a remarkably clever girl who dares to change her destiny.

02-May-2015 | UC | from £129 01-Aug-2015 | UC | from £129

UC = Upper Circle RC = Royal Circle GC = Grand Circle

Phantom of the Opera

Far beneath the majesty and splendour of the Paris Opera House, hides the Phantom in a shadowy existence. Shamed by his physical appearance and feared by all, the love he holds for his beautiful protégée Christine Daaé is so strong that even her heart cannot resist.

04-Jul-2015 | S | from £119

Thriller Live!

A spectacular musical created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer and undisputed King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Thriller Live brings the sensational dancing and distinctive sound of Michael and the Jackson 5 in an exhilarating two hours of non-stop performance.

27-Jun-2015 | S | from £99

War Horse

War Horse, based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo, is a powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and magnificent artistry. South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company brings breathing, galloping, full-scale horses to life on the stage - their flanks, hides and sinews built of steel, leather and aircraft cables.

23-May-2015 | S | from £149 11-Jul-2015 | C/S | from £135/£151

Miss Saigon

Set in 1975 during the final days of the American occupation of Saigon. Miss Saigon is an epic love story about an American GI who falls in love with a Vietnamese prostitute during the Vietnam War. They are separated when the country falls, until she returns to his life years later, in this musical inspired by the opera Madame Butterfly.

13-Jun-2015 | GC | from £129 08-Aug-2015 | GC | from £129

THE MOUSETRAP

The longest running show of any kind. In her own inimitable style, Dame Agatha Christie has created an atmosphere of shuddering suspense and a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks.

27-Jun-2015 | S/DC | from £125

Wicked

The spectacular, multi award-winning musical Wicked has become the most successful new musical in years.

If you thought you knew the Wizard of Oz, then think again.

Wicked tells the alternative story of the Wicked Witch of the West as an unlikely but profound friendship between two girls first develops as sorcery students and orchestrates their future paths in life.

16-May-2015 | S | from £119 11-Jul-2015 | S | from £119

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THEATRE DAY TRIPS the railway children Saturday 23 May

Set in a new purpose built venue at London’s Kings Cross Theatre, witness this captivating adaption of E Nesbit’s classic novel The Railway Children. This enchanting show features a stage built around a real train track and a stunning 60-tonne locomotive that steams into the theatre to delight audiences of all ages!

adult

child

£59 £47

pick up Nottingham, Keyworth & Loughborough

Wicked

billy elliot

Saturday 13 June

Saturday 13 June

If you thought you knew the Wizard of Oz, then think again. Wicked tells the alternative story of the Wicked Witch of the West as an unlikely but profound friendship between two girls first develops at sorcery students and orchestrates their future paths in life.

adult

child

£69 £69

pick up Nottingham, Keyworth & Loughborough

Billy Elliot is a funny, moving, feel-good celebration of hope and the power of dreams. Adapted from the classic 2000 Brit movie drama starring Jamie Bell, this play incorporates music and choreography to deliver an emotional storyline as Billy stumbles from the boxing ring and into the world of Ballet.

adult

child

£75 £75

pick up Nottingham, Keyworth & Loughborough

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