Derby LIVE Summer 2010 brochure

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Welcome Hello there. Have you seen something you loved at Derby LIVE? Or maybe something that wasn’t quite your cup of tea? Either way, we’d love to hear from you – we’re doing it all for you, so let us know what you think. Drop us a line anytime at derbylive@derby.gov.uk Summer’s certainly not a quiet time for us here, and Derby LIVE’s home-grown theatre continues in May with the World Premiere of Broken Hearted (p12) – the first new stageplay for 20 years from sought after TV writer Lucy Gannon (creator of Soldier, Soldier, Peak Practice & Bramwell). Our Community Theatre will then be belting out Cranford the Musical (p37) in June! In September don’t miss your chance to ‘see it first’ catch Robert Lindsay in Onassis (p54), before it heads to the West End – and at a fraction of the price!

The Ukelele Orchestra of Great Britain, John Cooper Clarke and Postman Pat all make their first visits to Derby LIVE this Summer, along with a host of other fresh acts for you to come and sample.

This season also has the return of some favourite artists and shows – from Jimmy Carr and Ken Dodd through to Jane McDonald and Lesley Garrett, and we’ve even squeezed in a week of the ever popular Joseph! Each of our venues has a mix of shows on offer, so whether you enjoy a good laugh, sing, dance or drama you’ll be spoilt for choice. We are really excited to be hosting Every Second - the first Derby Jazz Biennale at the end of May - with a weekend that finishes with the stunning Courtney Pine.

As summer draws to an end in September, cross your fingers for sunshine, pack up your picnic and get down to The Darley Park Concert (p52). If you’ve never been you’re missing a treat.

Come and see us in the Derby LIVE tent, where as usual we’ll have some exclusive ticket offers.

It’s never too early to book for Christmas (oh no it’s not!) and this year we have some very special productions on offer. Aladdin (p60) and The Wind in the Willows (p58) are both part of our LIVEsaver deal (p6) so there’s no excuse not to be visiting us even more! If you fancy a part in Aladdin, our Fame Factor competition (p45) is for you.

There are now even more ways to keep in touch with us so check out our website and You Tube channel (OfficialDerbyLIVE) where you’ll find clips and trailers for home-grown and visiting shows. You can follow us on Twitter or sign up for our e-newsletter on the website or text LIVE to 80480 to sign up for news and special offers. Of course we’re always pleased to see you so call into our Box Office either at the Assembly Rooms or at Derby Theatre anytime.

Have a splendid summer – look forward to seeing you all soon.

Bob Rushton, Programme Manager Ed Green, Marketing & Communications

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About us LIVEsaver April May June July August Coming Soon Seats & Prices Pre-Show Dining/ A Night Less Ordinary Learning & Inclusion Corporate Sponsorship Derby Theatre Friends/Sponsor a Seat Access How to Find Us Hire Us How to Book Diary

Theatre Variety Dance Comedy Music Family Events Christmas Show Friends Discount

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Pre-Show Dining BSL Signed Audio Described Captioned Performance Age Guidance Post Show Discussion Amateur Theatre LIVEsaver event

Amateur Theatre

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Standing Only Learning

Derby Theatre: the University of Derby and Derby LIVE working in partnership.

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About Us Derby LIVE incorporates one of the most diverse programmes of any arts organisation in the UK - aiming to be a beacon of theatrical excellence, producing our own high quality theatre and presenting all performing art forms, across all genres.

Our programme is complemented by a rich and comprehensive Learning and Inclusion provision including workshops, post show discussions and our Youth & Community Theatres. We also present Derby’s largest outdoor events: the Darley Park Concert, the Bonfire & Fireworks Display and the Christmas Lights Switch On.

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One brochure fits all Our brochure aims to be a one-stop, convenient guide to what’s on across our venues and across genres – we all have eclectic tastes and guilty pleasures so why not dip outside your usual favourites and try something new?

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Home-grown High quality Professionally produced THEATRE Made in Derby FOR YOU From just £8

Cranford THE MUSICAL

Broken Hearted See p13

Onassis See p54

See p37

Mother Came Too See p56

The Wind in the Willows See p58

“Totally captivating” The Stage on A Pair of Pinters

Photography (except Onassis): Robert Day. Illustrations: Karate Grafika

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We want you to see more theatre.

So why not make big savings by taking advantage of our fantastic LIVEsaver ticket!

3 shows from just £24

Pick ‘n’ Mix

Choose 3, 6, 9 or 12 shows from the opposite page and benefit from these fantastic prices...

Previews & weekday matinees*

Mon-Thu evenings & weekend matinees*

Fri-Sun evenings*

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£8 each

£11 each

£13 each

* Terms & Conditions LIVEsaver prices are per person and apply to the best available seats at the time of booking. Tickets must be purchased in one transaction. Subject to availability. Not available online. Does not apply to tickets already purchased. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Onassis All performances from Tue 14 Sep are priced as Fri-Sun evenings.

Aladdin & The Wind in the Willows All performances from Sat 18 Dec – Sun 2 Jan are priced as Fri-Sun evenings. **

CHRISTMAS CLUB Terms & Conditions Buy tickets for either Aladdin or The Wind in the Willows and get 25% off tickets for the other show. Must be booked and paid for by the same person, but they do not need to be bought at the same time. Discounted tickets limited to same number of tickets bought for first production. Subject to availability, not available online, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

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Broken Hearted

Mother Came Too

Onassis*

Fri 7 – Sat 29 May See p12

Thu 9 – Sat 25 Sep See p54

Thu 7 – Sat 30 Oct See p56

The Wind in the Willows*

Aladdin*

Sat 27 Nov – Sat 15 Jan See p58

Wed 8 Dec – Sun 9 Jan See p60

The Graduate

Journey’s End

PopstAr! the Musical

Mon 19 – Wed 21 Apr See p09

Fri 23 & Sat 24 Apr See p09

Thu 29 Apr – Sat 1 May See p10

Stepping Out

Mum’s The Word

Tue 29 Jun – Sat 3 Jul See p40

Mon 12 – Wed 14 Jul See p44

Wife Begins at Forty

Tue 19 – Sat 23 Oct See p57

Teechers

Tue 26 – Sat 30 Oct See p57

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This hotly anticipated work, originally a collaboration with the National Ballet of China, brings together a superb international cast of dancers.

Derby LIVE and Déda

Akram Khan Company

bahok

Featuring a score by Nitin Sawhney, bahok, named after a Bengali word meaning ‘carrier’, explores the ways in which the body carries national identity and a sense of belonging. Khan’s dancers come from diverse cultures, traditions and dance backgrounds – Chinese, Korean, Indian, South-African, Slovakian and Spanish – and this rich mix of both spoken and dance language pushes the boundaries of movement vocabulary.

“Through this ultimately powerful piece, Khan captures both the exhilaration and the desolation of a world on the move.”  The Guardian “Bahok unearths what the word ‘home’ truly means and is quite simply as close to perfect as anybody has a right to expect.”

The Stage “A work of great texture and density.” The Daily Telegraph

Co-produced by:

Fri 16 – Sat 17 Apr, 7.30pm Derby Theatre £20, under 16s £15, school rates available

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Tabs Productions and Angela Browne Ltd. present

THE GRADUATE A play adapted by Terry Johnson

LIVE saver

3 shows from £24 See page 6

Based on the legendary Oscar-winning film starring Dustin Hoffman and Anne Bancroft, this hit in the West End and on Broadway is vividly brought back to the stage.

When Ben graduates from college, his parents expect great things from him and push him towards a successful business career. Confused about his future and not wanting to follow the commercial path his affluent family and their friends assume he will take, his life is complicated when he becomes embroiled in a seductive affair with an older woman, Mrs. Robinson, the wife of his father’s business partner. Although the affair eventually ends, the relationship comes back to haunt him as he finds himself falling for Mrs. Robinson’s daughter, Elaine!

The Graduate features the music of Simon and Garfunkel and contains scenes of full nudity.

JOURNEY’S END

by R.C. Sherriff

LIVE saver

3 shows from £24 See page 6

Starring Graham Seed from The Archers and lead from Midsummer Murders and Adam Best from Holby City and Waking the Dead.

The young, talented and war-weary Captain Stanhope is confronted with the fresh face of his past as an old schoolmate joins his platoon.

As the offensive looms ever closer, Stanhope must inspire his men to make the ultimate sacrifice for a war he no longer understands and for a cause he no longer remembers.

This compelling play based on R. C. Sherriff’s own experience in the trenches of World War I with its heroism, humour and inevitable tragedy shows courage in the face of uncertain odds.

Based on the novel by Charles Webb and the motion picture screenplay by Calder Willingham and Buck Henry.

All staged within Stanhope’s claustrophobic dugout, time creeps to a standstill as soldiers await their orders before racing to its heart wrenching climax as these young men face their ‘Journey’s End’.

By special arrangement with StudioCanal.

Originally produced on the London and Broadway stage by John Reid and Sacha Brooks.

Produced by The Original Theatre Company, Icarus Theatre Collective, and Anvil Arts and in association with South Hill Park Arts Centre.

Mon 19 – Wed 21 Apr, 7.30pm, Wed matinee, 2.30pm BSL Signed performance Wed 21 Apr 7.30pm Derby Theatre

Fri 23 & Sat 24 Apr, 7.30pm, Sat matinee 2pm Derby Theatre Tickets from £10, see page 62 for details

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POPSTAR! LIVE THE MUSICAL saver

3 shows from £24 See page 6

Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of your favourite reality shows? The show they tried to ban is back! But this time it’s here to stay!

From the fantastic team that brought you the hit comedy The Naked Truth, and written by Dave Simpson of Girls Night Out fame. PopStar! The ultimate feel-good comedy musical takes a hilarious look at the phenomena of modern day talent shows – the heartbreaks and the joys.

Superb performances from an amazing celebrity cast including Sam Kane, John Altman, Antony Costa and Sarah Jane Buckley will keep you guessing up until the very last minute.

From the House to the Studio and back again, this fast-paced show has fantastic energy, will keep you laughing and guessing until the final moments.

Can Ellie (played by Hollyoaks’ Ciara Janson) win Cal’s heart? (played by Blue’s Antony Costa)

Should Ray (played by Eastenders’ John Altman) ever put his tragic past behind him? Can Gina (played by Hollyoaks’ Sarah Jane Buckley) come clean about her love child? Are there no limits to what Harriet will do to win this competition?

Thrill at the excitement of the live performances, where you will see our rising stars sing all your favourite hits from the last three decades, and marvel at the stories and relationships behind all of the contestants.

This show takes you on a roller coaster ride, showing you the highs and lows of life in the spotlight, and tells the inside story of what makes a wannabe star strive for fame and fortune. “This production has the wow factor” and audiences all over the UK, have been laughing, crying and screaming for more!

This Musical is a behind-the-scenes and tongue-in-cheek show about your favourite reality shows and contains language and scenes of a comic sexual nature.

Thu 29 Apr - Sat 1 May 8pm, Sat matinee 5pm Derby Theatre Tickets from £10. See page 62 for details LIVE saver

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THE BUBBLEPOPS Pop for Tots Party

JIMMY CARR Rapier Wit

Come and have a Bubbletastic time at the new Pop for Tots Party! - The Bubblepops are the new Pop band for preschoolers!

Spring into summer with the hit songs Stop, Look and Listen and Shake a Big Balloon all from The Bubblepops new album with free balloons and lots of surprises along the way. Some lucky children will get to sing with The Bubblepops onstage!

A heady mix of artistic integrity, loyalty and avarice has put Jimmy back on the road. If you only see one comedy show this year... what’s the matter with you? Get out more.

A ‘rapier’ is the long sword of a gentleman. Rapier wit is defined as clever, quick, intelligent humour.

www.thebubblepops.com

Please note, Jimmy Carr doesn’t have ‘the long sword of a gentleman’ and even if you like him, ‘clever, quick and intelligent’ is a bit of a stretch.

Sat 1 May, 1pm & 4pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Fri 7 May, 8pm Assembly Rooms – Great Hall

£10, family ticket (4) £36

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WORLD PREMIERE

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BROKEN HEARTED

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by Lucy Gannon

Lucy Gannon, creator of Soldier Soldier, Peak Practice and Bramwell, is one of the UK’s most sought-after TV writers. Derby LIVE is delighted to be staging her first new play for 20 years.

Perspective slips and distorts when the person you love dies too young and too suddenly. The future, which stretched so invitingly before you, is shattered and the past, even the most mundane of pasts, achieves great significance in retrospect.

How can Nancy, at the best of times ‘a difficult woman’ keep her emotional balance when Eddie, the love of her life, dies just days before their wedding?

And how can she keep his memory alive, and protect it from those who remember him with less affection but perhaps more honesty?

Is he destined to become a sainted remote figure, preserved in everyone’s anxiety to speak only good of the dead? Or will he, amazingly and shockingly, walk back into her life in all his fleshy fallibility? And will Nancy ever come to terms with the difference between her perfect dead lover, and the all too imperfect living one?

Contains strong language.

Director: Pete Meakin Designer: Nettie Scriven Lighting Designer: Ceri James Sound Designer: Adam McCready

STARRING Kathryn Hunt (main image)

from Coronation Street and Fat Friends and

Steven Blakeley from Heartbeat

Fri 7 - Sat 29 May See diary page 76 for performance times Derby Theatre Tickets from £8. See page 62 for details

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BSL Signed performances Sat 22 May, 2.30pm & Thu 27 May, 7.30pm Audio Described performances Wed 26 May, 7.30pm & Sat 29 May, 2.30pm Post Show Discussion Thu 27 May Twilight Workshops available See p65

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BEYOND THE BARRICADE

Brand New 2010 Show

BLACK DYKE BAND concert

This event is the third annual concert presented by the Friends of Derby Salvation Army, designed to raise money for the repair and restoration of the Derby Citadel of the Salvation Army and also marks the 65th anniversary of VE Day. The concert programme will reflect this anniversary.

Back by overwhelming public demand, the most successful and popular touring show of its kind, Beyond the Barricade returns with a brand new 2010 production of the show.

Recreating original West End/ Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, this cast of past principal performers from Les Miserables and the West End perform songs from Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Phantom Of the Opera, We Will Rock You, Blood Brothers, and many more major hit productions, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables!

The UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN The Silver Jubilee Tour: God save the Ukulele Orchestra

Bringing us “one plucking thing after another” with “instruments bought for loose change”, seeing the Ukulele Orchestra will mean you’ll never think about music, humour or entertainment in the same way again!

The event will be sponsored, as usual, by the Derby Law Firm, Flint Bishop Solicitors.

Don’t miss the musicals event of the year!

www.fdsa.org.uk

www.beyondthebarricade.com

Considered either a modern exercise in minimal art, or a rabble rousing music hall cum stadium rock experience, you will love the show. With only one ukulele per performer (and no gimmicks!), they promise to tear the house down, and you really ought to book your seats soon!

Sat 8 May, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Sun 9 May, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Wed 12 May, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

£16

£19, £16, concessions £2 off

£17, concessions £15, FRIENDS £14 FRIENDS

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ANDREW MAXWELL MARTY WILDE & THE WILDCATS Edinburgh Comedy Award and Time Out Award nominee Andrew Maxwell is one of the most talented stand-up comedians in the UK. A sell-out hit in both the UK and Ireland, come and see the star of Have I Got News For You, Argumental, Celebrity Juice and Amnesty International’s Secret Policeman’s Ball perform his first national tour.

One of the greatest names of 50s and 60s music looks back at a career spanning over fifty years of Rock and Roll.

SLEEPING DOGZ

Sleeping Dogz are certainly one of the most entertaining folk bands around - and one of the strangest! Led by the charismatic and darkly witty Wild Willy Barrett, this idiosyncratic trio are all highly talented multiinstrumentalists with a diverse and original repertoire.

“Fiercely funny and utterly invigorating.” The Times

Join Marty as he presents a stunning evening of Rock memories from his own vaults, and also pays homage to friends who helped shape the nature of British Rock and Roll. Including his personal favourites... Bad Boy, Jesamine, Teenager in Love, Rubber Ball, Jezabel, Sea of Love and many many more.

Wed 12 May, 8pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

Thu 13 May, 8pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Thu 13 May, 8pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

£12, concessions £10

£18, concessions £16 FRIENDS £15

£11

“Radiates charisma.”

The Independent

“A brilliant show... commands the audience’s attention from start to finish.” The Observer

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Expect an edgy, hilarious and musically very rich evening – and watch out for the egg!

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by Mark Whiteley

MARK BEAUMONT

What would you do for your son? A heartfelt story about love, family and the lengths a parent will go for a child.

John Stefanovich rules the streets of his estate.

He rules the gangs, the drugs and the Police. Four months ago he stabbed a 16-year-old boy in a busy street.

The Man who Cycled the World is the remarkable story of adventurer Mark Beaumont. In 2008, he broke the world record for cycling solo around the world, an epic journey of over 18,000 miles, cycling 100 miles per day for over half a year. In 2009, Mark set out on his second ultra-endurance solo challenge; to cycle the length of the American Cordillera.

Local printer, Brian Shelton is married with three kids and two mortgages. Four months ago, when his eldest son was stabbed on a crowded street, no one saw anything; but everyone knows everything.

On this 15,000 mile expedition, Mark not only cycled down the longest mountain range on the planet, but climbed the continent’s two highest peaks, Mt McKinley in Alaska and Aconcagua in Argentina, making his second self-filmed documentary for BBC1 - Cycling the Americas.

Hard Graft

KNIFE EDGE

With nowhere to turn and desperate for justice, Brian prints posters challenging John Stefanovich to a duel to the death.

The Man who Cycled the World

The Man who Cycled the World is Mark’s story of his adventures, a personal rollercoaster of mental and physical endurance as well as a fascinating insight into the world we live in.

“Truly inspiring, the sort of thing that makes you want to get off the couch, out of the house and on the road.” The Scotsman

Thu 13 May, 1pm & 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

Fri 14 May, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

£12, concessions £10, FRIENDS £9, group and school rates available

£13, concessions £11

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THE STRANGE CASE OF DR JEKYLL & MR HYDE

Derby LIVE International Classical Concert Series

International touring company European Arts Co. invites you on a trip down the smoggy, gaslit alleyways of Victorian London to hear The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.

Conductor John Wilson Soloist Barbara Rearick (mezzo soprano)

Craig Odgen (guitar)

Set in a Whitechapel tavern in 1888, a versatile ensemble cast will tell the gruesome story of Dr Jekyll and his charismatic alter-ego using only the things you would find in a pub. Barrels, tankards, darts, brasses, bar stools, soda siphons, billiard cues, yards of ale and even Aunt Sally are used to create the physical world of Victorian London with great ingenuity, horror and imagination. Come, if you dare, to the dark side and witness a chilling, thrilling and highly entertaining reinvention of this classic tale.

HALLé ORCHESTRA

Chabrier Rodrigo Falla Bizet Ravel

Espana Concierto de Aranjuez El Amor Brujo (Love the Magician) Carmen, selection Bolero

“European Arts Company provides sheer entertainment but also an excellent opportunity for seeing high-quality live theatre.”

International Herald Tribune

The Hallé end Derby LIVE’s Classical Concert season in Spain, as heard through both French and Spanish ears. Bizet’s opera Carmen was one of the first French works to exploit Spanish dance rhythms. Chabrier wrote his colourful rhapsody after a holiday in the country, when he encountered the flamenco that is also in the background of Ravel’s hypnotic 16-mintue orchestral crescendo.

Falla’s ballet score gives us a taste of flamenco at closer range, while Rodrigo’s popular concerto reflects a more courtly strain in Spanish culture.

Fri 14 May, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

Sun 16 May, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

£13, concessions £11

£17 - £26, subscriptions, concessions and group rates available, FRIENDS £3 off, NUS £5 bands B-E FRIENDS

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The People’s Theatre Company

HOW THE KOALA LEARNT TO HUG

Deafinitely Theatre

DOUBLE SENTENCE

by Steven Lee

Steven Lee runs The People’s Theatre Company and is author of children’s favourites The Witch’s Bogey and Bink And The Hairy Fairy.

How The Koala Learnt To Hug has been adapted from his first collection of short stories which has just been published under the title How The Koala Learnt To Hug and Other Australian Fairytales.

Written especially for parents to enjoy with their children, How The Koala Learnt To Hug is a charming tale about the magic of family and, of course, the importance of a nice warm hug!

So join Steven and a host of wild characters including Natascha the Witch and Karen the Koala for some great stories, sing-along songs, superb games and first-class hugging.

All you need are your ears. (And your arms!)

Steven will be available to sign copies of How The Koala Learnt To Hug and Other Australian Fairytales which will be on sale at a specially reduced Guildhall Theatre rate after the show.

Tom Fry. Punished for the crime he committed.

Punished for being deaf.

Tom Fry was born deaf and ever since he was a little boy has struggled to adapt in a world where sound is paramount and communication is heavily reliant on voice. His life has always been about fitting in, in order to accommodate his deafness. His passion is climbing, and his dreams are of scaling the tallest mountain in the Elbrus.

But when he’s told one day that he’ll probably never be able to realise his dream because he can’t hear, years of repression and isolation take hold of him and he reacts in the most violent way possible.

Tom is sentenced and sent to prison. Here he finds himself not only being punished for the crime he committed, but being punished also for being deaf.

Double Sentence is a play about a young man’s struggle to be understood in a world where even the loudest fight to be heard.

Double Sentence uses British Sign Language, captions and spoken word to be accessible to both deaf and hearing.

Sun 16 May, 3pm Guildhall Theatre

Tue 18 May, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

£5

£12, concessions £10, group rates available

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SNOOKER LEGENDS JIM DAVIDSON If I Ruled The World

The King of comedy is back with his most outrageous show yet!

Sure to excite his ever-growing band of faithful squires, and their ladies.

King Jim gives the crowd exactly what they want, with his latest stand-up show filled with tales of wanton women, pointless wars and her Majesty’s troops.

All rise and salute King Jim and let him show you how the world should be (if he had his way!)

Outrageous, controversial, politically incorrect... and shockingly funny!

Jimmy ‘Whirlwind’ White, Alex ‘Hurricane’ Higgins, John ‘The Entertainer’ Parrott & Cliff ‘The Grinder’ Thorburn are returning to the Assembly Rooms for an evening of snooker and nostalgia. On this special evening one of them will be crowned the Derby Legend 2010! John Virgo, ‘JV’ himself, will also be on hand as compere, host and will also entertain the crowds with some trick shots.

This event is strictly one night only. Limited VIP packages are available; this includes a champagne reception with all the players prior to the matches, a premium seat at the event and a souvenir brochure.

Plus - one lucky audience member will partner a legend in a game of doubles. Join us for what promises to be an unforgettable night, snooker legends... bringing legends back to the baize.

Player line up may subject to change. www.snookerlegends.co.uk

Tue 18 May, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Wed 19 May, 7.15pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

£19.50

£18.50, under 16s £16.50 VIP packages £50 (limited) Images: Images©davidmuscroftproductions

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AN EVENING WITH BLOWERS Caught Short and Grumpy

When Blowers is at the microphone, laughter and a touch of wickedness are never far away. He is constantly laughing at himself and tells great stories about his life and famous friends.

He is a self-confessed stuffy old fart and a good deal of modern life gets up his nose. Political Correctness, ‘Elf and Safety and the EU all get it in the neck.

For the last half an hour Blowers hands the show to the audience and does his best to answer questions on anything and everything. It’s terrific fun.

Don’t miss it.

GUILDHALL FOLK

Nancy Kerr & James Fagan Les Barker Lucy Ward

NANCY KERR & JAMES FAGAN – Nancy, with her distinctive singing and exquisite fiddle style, and James, with his powerful singing and dynamic bouzouki and mandolin playing, enthral their audiences whenever they perform. Proud of their roots, this Northumbrian lass and the lad from Oz with a twinkle in his eye, have such a finely honed act, they never fail to please.

LES BARKER – A very funny man indeed, he writes weird and wonderful poems many of which have spawned his folk heroes: Jason and the Arguments, Cosmo the Fairly Accurate Knife Thrower, and Spot of the Antarctic.

LUCY WARD - This young Derbyshire singer-songwriter was a great success at last year’s Derby Traditional Music & Arts Festival and finalist at the 2009 BBC Young Folk Awards. Her vocals and guitar playing are steeped in folk tradition, yet offer a youthful new edge. www.prpromotions.org.uk

Thu 20 May, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

Fri 21 May, 8pm Guildhall Theatre

£16, concessions £14

£15.50, concessions £14.50

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The Belly Dance Flames

THE PRINCESS OF PERSIA

This delightful dance company present a beautiful performance which tells the story of four princesses trapped between darkness and light.

The forces of light representing good eventually triumph over the forces of darkness, representing evil.

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LESLEY GARRETT

Lesley Garrett, Britain’s most popular soprano, presents a recital evening of songs and arias from the well-known operas, musicals and popular music.

Lesley will be accompanied by pianist, Andrew West and joined by a special guest singer. The programme will include works by composers including Mozart, Vivaldi, Vaughan Williams, Porter, Berlin and Rodgers and Hammerstein.

The pulsating rhythms from the 1960’s onwards make it a show for all the family to enjoy.

Renowned for her unique talents which cover opera, television, radio, concerts and the West End. Lesley has recently starred in Carousel and The Sound of Music, appeared on television in Strictly Come Dancing, Loose Women and Comic Relief Does Fame Academy and sung with the English National and Welsh National Opera.

Sat 22 May, 8pm Guildhall Theatre

Sun 23 May, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

£10, concessions £8

£24, £29, concessions £22, £27, FRIENDS £3 OFF

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PO’GIRL & J.T NERO

LUCY PORTER

Fools Gold

Lucy Porter’s latest solo show is a witty romp through the history of gold. In these times of recession, gold is prized more highly than ever, as other forms of currency grow worthless. What’s so special about gold, and why is it that human beings have long been obsessed with the yellow, shiny stuff? The show will feature live alchemy, a tribute to Mr T. and a very valuable, big gold thing with security guards and everything!

Lucy’s tour shows have been sell-out hits every year since 2005. Fool’s Gold promises to be another giltedged treasure.

Po’Girl have become one of the most successful bands ever to emerge from Canada, weaving a blend of musical influences, sweetness, grit & soul.

These urban minstrels pen harmony drenched melodies you’ll find yourself humming, and have wowed audiences across the globe with their powerful, passionate and spirited live show.

The beauty and mystery of Po’Girl’s music springs from the dynamic, mesmerizing bond shared by its two principal singers and writers, Allison Russell and Awna Teixeira. Hailing from Montreal and Toronto respectively, both women left home at fourteen, found music instead of bad ends, and lived to sing the tales.

With special guests - the outrageously talented Chicago based soul man J.T Nero.

“One of the most talented comics on the circuit... brilliantly crafted jokes.” Time Out

“...elements of folk, country and blues all played with a strong jazzy feel... world beaters who could even start a new genre.” Maverick Magazine

Tue 25 May, 8pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

Thu 27 May, 8pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

£14, concessions £12

£12, concessions £10, FRIENDS £9

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An Evening with

GERVASE PHINN

An Evening with Gervase Phinn will have you in stitches, as he shares his hilarious tales of life as a schools inspector in the Yorkshire Dales.

Dubbed “the James Herriot of schools” this best-selling author, radio and TV personality is not to be missed!

One of Britain’s most popular writers and performers, Gervase is best known for his five autobiographical novels The Other Side of the Dale, Over Hill and Dale, Head Over Heels in the Dales and Up and Down in the Dales, The Heart of the Dales.

JOHN COOPER CLARKE + Frank Sidebottom

The bard of Salford comes to Derby with his rapid fire delivery of poems, razor sharp gags and tales of the absurd and hilarious.

During the punk era he supported bands such as Buzzcocks, Joy Divison and The Fall, being regarded as a “Punk Poet”, whereas today, bands like The Arctic Monkeys cite him as a major influence.

A firm favourite at major festivals throughout his 30 year career, John still shuns publicity, yet is without doubt a living legend and someone that everyone should experience live to fully appreciate.

Gonzo Moose

IS THAT A BOLT IN YOUR NECK?

Total Theatre Award nominees and critically acclaimed comedy trio Gonzo Moose bring their spoof gothic horror to the Guildhall Theatre.

As lightning flashes across the sky, the rugged silhouette of an old dark house looms into view.

Lost in a storm, this seems like the only possible refuge – but what happens when you hear mysterious moaning in the middle of the night? Behind every door lurks unimaginable horror.

Compared to Peepolykus and Spymonkey, Gonzo Moose consist of three fearless and daring actors who play over 20 roles in a gripping and fast-paced comedy with horrific experiments, mind-boggling love, and a sensational death-defying finale.

With his keen ear for the absurd and sharp eye for the ludicrous, Gervase Phinn has delighted audiences all over the UK with stories of his experiences as a school inspector.

Joining John will be the forever middle-aged, sharp-suited culticon pop star from Timperley - Frank Sidebottom (that is, if his Mum lets him!)

“Anarchic comedy theatre at its best.’’ Fringe review

Thu 27 May, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Fri 28 May, 8pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

Sat 29 May, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

£14.50

£17.50

£10, concessions £8, FRIENDS £7 FRIENDS

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EVERY SECOND The First Derby Jazz Biennale 2010

Sat 29 & Sun 30 May Assembly Rooms - Great Hall & Darwin Suite See pricing table opposite

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A two day jazz party featuring some of the UK’s most popular and entertaining jazz musicians.

Every Second jazz reinvents itself.

Sat Afternoon CONCERT A - Darwin Suite:

Curios & John Bailey Septet Sat Afternoon CONCERT B - Darwin Suite:

Tony Kofi Trio with Corey Mwamba Dave O’Higgins - Chico Chargas Project Sat Evening - GREAT HALL:

Saturday Night Jump Jive Party: The All-Star Goodmen Orchestra The Hep Chaps & Gene Krupa Uptown Orchestra Sun Afternoon - Darwin Suite:

Polar Bear, Partisans & Jan Kopinski Sun Evening - GREAT HALL:

Courtney Pine

Exhibitions & Workshops Jazz Market • Real Ale Available Ticket

Times

Sat Afternoon - Concert A Sat Afternoon - Concert B Sat Afternoon - Both Concerts Sat Evening Sat Afternoon + Evening Sun Afternoon Sun Evening Sun Afternoon + Evening Whole Weekend

Sat 1pm Sat 4.30pm Sat 1pm & 4.30pm Sat 8pm Sat 1pm, 4.30pm & 8pm Sun 1pm Sun 7pm Sun 1pm & 7pm From Sat 1pm

Under 19s FREE with a paying adult at Sat & Sun evening concerts.

Price £12 £12 £20 £15 £30 £15 £15 £25 £50

For Hotels and B&Bs call Derby tourist information on:

01332 255 802 More details, videos and music at:

www.derby-jazz.co.uk

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NODDY IN TOYLAND University of Derby Theatre Arts

It’s an exciting day in Toy Town, it’s Noddy and Tessie Bear’s sing-a-long, dance-a-long party and everyone is invited to join in the fun... everyone that is except those two naughty Goblins, Sly and Gobbo who are out to spoil the fun with another of their crazy machines from Goblin Gizmo’s – The Sound Sucker!

But don’t worry as our hero Noddy is keeping an eye on those two and knows exactly how to stay one step ahead of their games, despite their crazy antics to try to ruin the party. With Mr Plod, Whiz the Robot, Bumpy Dog, Car and of course Big Ears, it is sure to be one big fun-filled adventure.

HEARTBREAK BEAUTIFUL

by Christopher William Hill

Year Two Theatre Arts present a refreshing, new comedy by Christopher William Hill with a unique take on modern teenage stereotypes.

NODDY® TOYLAND® NODDY IN TOYLAND™ © [2008] CRL.

Hill follows a group of comprehensive school students through pregnancy, homosexuality, athletics and the one and only Jeremy Kyle... Amber just wants to settle down with AJ, have kids, get fat and watch daytime TV; AJ, however, has other ideas. It isn’t big - but it is clever!

Tue 1 - Wed 2 Jun, Tue 3pm, Wed 11am & 2pm BSL Signed performance Wed 2 Jun, 2pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Wed 2 - Sat 5 Jun, 7.30pm, Thu matinee 1.30pm, Sat matinee 2.30pm Derby Theatre

£12, under 16s £10, Family ticket (4) £40

£10, group rates available

This fantastic show, for children of all ages, coincides with the 60th year anniversary of Noddy.

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Big Window Theatre

LOOKING FOR THE RAINBOW

Nobody’s Perfect

One morning Kirsty wakes up to see the most beautiful rainbow ever and the rainbow’s end is only three gardens away. She persuades her mum to come with her and together they set off to find it.

Soon they are lost and the real adventure begins – how to find their way home.

Join Kirsty and her mum as they adventure through the colourful world of the rainbow, climbing mountains, exploring caves and receiving help from – amongst others – a clockwork mouse!

Looking for the Rainbow is participatory theatre for children aged 18 months to 4 years and their families.

THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT

Joe and Lee are national TV stars at the very top of their game.

Running time: 50 minutes (approx)

It’s Awards Night, and the entertainment industry has come out in force to honour their primetime success. But behind the scenes not everything is rosy in TV land. Because backstage Joe and Lee are locked in a battle their audience would never suspect.

Written by: Nick Wood Director: Penny Breakwell Set Design: Kelly Jago

Starring Della Allen, of OPUS Theatre Company fame, Stewart Nicol, Steve Humpherson and Paul Findlay. This will be an evening to remember!

Thu 3 Jun, 11am & 1pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

Thu 3 Jun, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

£5, FAMILY CARD MEMBER £4

£12, concessions £10

BOX OFFICE

01332 255 800

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KEN DODD Faculty of Arts, Design and Technology, University of Derby

GRADUATE FASHION SHOW

The University of Derby is once again celebrating the cream of talent from their Fashion Studies course with their annual Graduate Fashion Show.

This fantastic catwalk presentation will showcase over 300 designs, across women’s and menswear collections.

Ken Dodd is not only one of Britain’s funniest comedians, but he’s also a true comedy legend, icon and national treasure who has been entertaining us for over 50 years.

Come and enjoy his famous Happiness Show and you’ll be absolutely discumknockerated (that’s Knotty Ash for ‘over the moon’) by a truly tattifelarius evening of laughter and songs presented by a comic genius.

www.derby.ac.uk/fashionshow

Enjoy a fun-filled variety show for all the family, with guests, non-stop gags and a selection of songs in celebration of over half a century of hilarious ‘Happiness’ from ‘The Squire of Knotty Ash’.

Fri 4 Jun, 1.30pm & 7.30pm Assembly Rooms – Great Hall

Sat 5 Jun, 7pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

£3 afternoon performance, £10 evening performance, concessions £5, VIP tickets £15

£18, concessions £16.50

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MARTIN STEPHENSON

THE BIG ONE

As leader of the Daintees, Martin’s musical education included a list of names as diverse as Ray Manzerac, Patti Smith, John Cooper Clarke and Jonathan Richman.

The Big 1 @ Chaddesden Park will be a fun-packed day of family entertainment, beginning with a parade of people in fancy dress, decorated pushchairs and mobility scooters.

After the demise of the band, Martin evolved into an unusual and idiosyncratic songwriter in the early 80’s, making his name as a strong performer and anti industry bard.

The parade will start at 11.30am, route and start venue to be confirmed at a later date.

He has released over 20 albums and continues to plough his own furrow, performing throughout the UK and drawing increasingly on folk and traditional musical roots.

@ Chaddesden Park

The park will play host to numerous events available for the whole family throughout the day including various dance displays, a fun dog show, falconry display, fun fair, climbing walls, donkey rides, balloon modelling, face and pot painting, circus skills, Japanese kites and lots of stalls.

The BP Summer Big Screen

The Royal Opera House

BIZET’S CARMEN

This open air event is absolutely free and the perfect way to introduce friends who have never been to the Royal Opera House to world-class opera and ballet.

One of the most popular operas ever written, Bizet’s Carmen is packed with Spanish heat, steamy seduction and gypsy passion. From the cigarette factory to the bull-fighting arena, Carmen has a devastating effect on all around her leaving a trail of broken hearts and broken men.

Set in Seville, this production has it all; rousing choruses, epic scenery and gripping drama.

Laugh, cry, sing along - but most of all enjoy opera at its best.

There will also be a variety of free arts activities to take part in, and a music stage with various bands and other artists.

Sat 5 Jun, 8pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

Sun 6 Jun, from 11.30am Chaddesden Park

£12, concessions £8

FREE ENTRY

Tue 8 Jun, 6.30pm Main feature from 7pm Market Place, Derby FREE Photo: Catherine Ashmore

BOX OFFICE

01332 255 800

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BILL KENWRIGHT

by arrangement with The Really Useful Group

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT LYRICS BY

TIM RICE Having enjoyed sensational reviews, Bill Kenwright’s “Amazing”, “Superb”, “Wonderful” and “Brilliant” production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues to enjoy huge success across the country with standing ovations at every performance.

Craig Chalmers, one of the most popular finalists in the hit BBC series Any Dream Will Do takes on the title role, having wowed audiences and critics alike throughout the UK with his effortless charm and sensational voice.

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door To Me and One More Angel.

“WITH HIS CHARM, GOOD LOOKS AND POP STAR VOICE, ANY DREAM’S CRAIG CHALMERS IS A DREAM JOSEPH” Evening Times

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“Joseph returns in all its glory.”

Daily Mail

MUSIC BY

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

“IT EXPLODES LIKE GLITTERING FIREWORKS

BRILLIANT.” The Sunday Times

Mon 7 – Sat 12 Jun, Evening performances: Mon – Thu 7.30pm, Fri & Sat 8pm Matinees: Tue - Thu 1.30pm, Fri 5pm, Sat 2pm & 5pm BSL Signed performance Sat 12 Jun, 5pm Assembly Rooms – Great Hall £16.50 - £26.50, concessions £2 off (except Fri evening & Sat performances) FRIENDS 2 for 1 Mon & Tue performances. Group and school rates available Craig Chalmers will not appear in Wed & Sat 2.30pm performances.

FRIENDS

Image includes previous cast photos

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OUR HOUSE

A musical love story featuring the songs of Madness, including It Must Be Love, Baggy Trousers, My Girl and of course Our House.

Young Joe Casey commits a small crime to impress his girlfriend. But does he face the music or do a runner? In true sliding doors fashion Joe experiences both options and we follow the bittersweet tales of his decisions. www.derbyoperacompany.co.uk

Tue 8 - Sat 12 Jun, 7.30pm, Sat matinee 2.30pm Derby Theatre Tue - Thu evening & Sat matinee £15, Fri & Sat evening £17. Concessions £2 off all shows Amateur Theatre

Darley Dance

HEAT IS ON

Let Darley Dance kick off your summer in style with their vibrant dance variety show.

With feel-good music, slick routines and bright original costumes this show will have you feeling in a summer mood even if the British weather lets you down.

A fast-paced and energetic evening that will leave you wanting more! Not to be missed! www.darleydance.co.uk

Fri 11 & Sat 12 Jun, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre £10, concessions £8 Amateur Theatre

Show Me: Chris & Pui

CBeebies’ favourite double-act, Chris and Pui are coming to town! Fresh from their hit show Show Me Show Me, they invite you to join them at the Assembly Rooms. Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee have been the main faces on CBeebies since it started and remain top of the tots with their new high-rating show shown every weekday on CBeebies.

Now you can finally meet, and have a giggle with them, in their fabulous new roadshow packed with fantastic songs, games and a few surprises along the way.

Sun 13 Jun, 11am & 2pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall £9, Family (4) £32, FAMILY CARD MEMBERS £7

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WE’LL MEET AGAIN Kaleidoscope Players

Britain’s best-known matinee show - a Wartime Cavalcade celebration - returns with a new programme.

Debonair Tony Leyton returns by special request with the unforgettable songs of Bing Crosby and Donald Peers.

A show for everyone who wants to be cheered up in these sombre days, and that means most of us!

Entertainer Mervyn Francis hosts the show and will feature Al Jolson hits.

The regular show team return with comedy star Steve Barclay, recalling the wonderful radio stars Tessie O’Shea, and the king of comedy, Max Miller.

With the fabulous music of The Martyn St James Sound, this is an afternoon show with a recollection of the days when the spirit of Britain was at its highest, and an era to be proud of.

This season we have the pleasure of introducing a lovely new singing star to our company, Lucia Mattese, who features more wonderful forties favourites and is our new Vera Lynn.

It’s great fun and damp-eyed nostalgia that leaves you with a warm and sentimental glow.

Wed 16 Jun, 2.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall £12, over 60s £10, group rates available

THE WIZARD OF OZ

The original and best! From Kansas to the Emerald City.

Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion as they Follow the Yellow Brick Road with The Wicked Witch of the West hot on their trail. This family-friendly show contains all of your favourite songs from the original screen musical, including the unforgettable Somewhere Over The Rainbow.

For tickets and information Tel. 01332 281900

Wed 16 - Sat 19 Jun, 7.15pm, Sat matinee 2.15pm Guildhall Theatre £9, concessions £7.50 group rates available Amateur Theatre

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JANE McDONALD

MEMPHIS KING Elvis On Tour

A magical evening of music and laughter, starring Britain’s best-loved diva, international recording artiste and television star the incomparable Jane McDonald.

Featuring many of the best-loved songs from Jane’s fabulous repertoire, this warm and compelling evening’s entertainment is proving a smash-hit throughout the UK.

Elvis On Tour - The Legend Continues features a full evening show paying tribute to the early days of ‘pure hip-swivelling’ rock n roll, the ‘68 Come Back Special’ and Elvis’s Las Vegas performances.

Simply entertainment at its very best, this is definitely one show not to be missed.

The production features Lee ‘Memphis’ King, the UK’s most successful Elvis impersonator, finalist in The Worlds Greatest Elvis and in the special edition of The Weakest Link both on BBC1. With his outstanding band and singers, his spectacular recreation of Elvis Presley on stage is a true mustsee! Pure Entertainment! Pure Elvis!

www.elvis-theshow.com

Thu 17 Jun, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Sat 19 Jun, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

£28, group rates available

£18.50, concessions £17.50

Jane, together with her brilliant musicians and backing singers, brings the audience to their feet night after night.

Photo: Graham Whitmore

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sinfonia ViVA: Residency

Images: Robert Day

FLORATORIO EVOLUTION

If you came along last year when Asian Dub Foundation filled the Darwin Suite with superb hard-hitting tunes, you will know that a great event is lined up!

Evolution is once again joining in as part of Fuse Fest – happening at venues all across the city throughout the day. The Darwin Suite will feature bands in the foyer throughout the day from 2pm, so come along and just drop in, or stick with us for the whole event.

Things really hot up from 7pm when there will be a fantastic act on the main Darwin stage... keep an eye on the website for details! Don’t forget, it’s all FREE!

Floratorio celebrates the life of Florence Nightingale in the 100th anniversary year of her death.

Nationally acclaimed composer James Redwood leads a team of sinfonia ViVA musicians in four local schools to create a series of new songs inspired by the life of the famous ‘Lady with the Lamp’. 180 young people will perform this major new oratorio incorporating their own compositions.

Peter Roberts and James Redwood have been commissioned to write Floratorio following great success with More Glass Than Wall. The work will be premiered by the massed choir, vocal soloists and sinfonia ViVA in the culmination performance.

Floratorio has been generously supported by Rolls-Royce plc, Derby City Council, Heritage Lottery Fund, Orchestras Live, sinfonia ViVA, Derby LIVE and Arts Council England.

Floratorio is in association with the Florence Nightingale Derbyshire Association and is part of the Illuminate Festival.

Tue 22 Jun, 1pm schools performance Public Evening performance 7pm Assembly Rooms – Great Hall Sat 19 Jun, from 2pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite FREE

Schools performance £1.50 per child, accompanying adults free contact ViVA to book on 01332 207 602 7pm public performance £3 book through Derby LIVE Box Office

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BRINGING THE OUTSIDE IN THIS SUMMER!

Oddsocks

This summer we’re bringing a flavour of outdoor theatre to Derby Theatre and have some delicious food on the menu, in addition to two great shows!

Treat yourself to a glass of Pimms & Lemonade, or some mouth watering Strawberries & Ice Cream, or a Devon Cream Tea...

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Oddsocks return with another high-energy, feelgood, family theatre show and this summer it’s the magical, spectacular A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Performed on their Elizabethan pageant wagon with live music, exhilarating circus skills and some outrageous hunting dogs!

Four lovers run off to the countryside where mysterious woodland creatures play tricks on them with hilarious results and when a troupe of amateur actors decide to rehearse in the woods the fairies’ intervention leads to bizarre and outrageous comedy.

Ruth Watson presenter of Channel 4’s Country House Rescue said, “The Oddsocks company’s charm, good humour and outrageous brio captures the audience and keeps it riveted from start to triumphant finish.”

You might have seen Oddsocks on TV but they have to be experienced in the flesh to get the full impact!

Every year Oddsocks delight audiences with their inspired approach to Shakespeare’s plays and their trademark interactive style. A Midsummer Night’s Dream with its easy-to-follow storyline and hilarious characters is perfect for the Oddsocks treatment and will be a memorable production.

Don’t miss out – Catch the Dream!

“Without doubt the performance was among the best productions that I have seen...” Jersey Evening Post “…haven’t laughed so much in ages. 3 generations of family all loved it. Can’t wait for the next one…”

Audience member in Whitehaven

Tue 15 - Sat 19 Jun, 7.30pm excluding Fri, Fri 5pm Derby Theatre £13, concessions £11, under 16s £9 Inspiring Industry, Enriching Lives

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Derby LIVE Community Theatre & Big Adventures Theatre Company

cranford THE MUSICAL

Dramatised by Alison Carthy & Caroline Reader from the novel by Elizabeth Gaskell Original music and lyrics by Dave Culling

Following their hugely successful production of Peer Gynt last summer Derby LIVE Community Theatre present Cranford the Musical, a witty and poignant comedy of early-Victorian life in a country town inhabited by a colourful array of women-folk and the major tragedies and mini dramas that surround them.

When young Mary Smith arrives in bustling Cranford she finds a community like none she has ever known - where Deborah Jenkyns keeps a watchful eye on her fellow residents; where kindly Matty Jenkyns regrets her long-lost past; and where the possibility of love is kindled with the arrival of the young rector - Mr Greenwood.

Wed 23 - Sat 26 Jun See diary page 77 for performance times Derby Theatre Tickets from £8. See page 62 for details.

A musical experience full of tears, laughter, friendship and love!

“An exuberant, rousing performance.”

Derby Evening Telegraph on Peer Gynt

Directors: Alison Carthy and Caroline Reader Musical Director: Dave Culling Set Designer: Andy Miller Costume Designer: Tim Heywood Lighting Designer: Alexandra Stafford Sound Designer: Adam McCready

BSL Signed performance Thu 24 Jun, 7.30pm Audio Described performance Sat 26 Jun, 7.30pm

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MADE IN BRITAIN

The Six Five Special Edition

Made In Britain celebrates the classic hits from the UK’s foremost rock ‘n’ roll stars, Cliff Richard and Billy Fury, as well as paying tribute to some of the most famous songs from the British Rock ‘n’ Roll era. The show is filled with over two hours of greatest hits which in turn, spans more than four decades of total musical supremacy. This is the show that will have the entire audience singing and clapping along to what is the very best collection of UK rock and roll ever!

An Evening of Clairvoyance with TV Psychic

TONY STOCKWELL

Psychic Medium Tony Stockwell has been working for some 20 years and is constantly striving to push the boundaries of his communication. In that time he has had umpteen television programmes and has taught at some of the most respected schools for mediumistic development. Legions of people have witnessed his unique gifts first hand and can testify what he does is truly amazing.

Tony Stockwell: Giving a voice to those in the unseen world without voices.

FIVE STAR SWING

Following their performance at the Vera Lynn Charity Ball in London, this show boasts multiinstrumentalists and singers lead by Chris Smith, the former composer for Glenn Miller’s brother - Herb Miller, BBC Big Band and the Royal Variety Performance. Special Guest Simone, from the latter days of the Ivy Benson Orchestra.

As seen on BBC TV’s Children in Need, an exciting evening of hits you’ll know and love from the swing era - Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller through to vocals like Mr Bojangles and Bad, Bad Leroy Brown plus foot stomping Jools Holland style jazz.

Featuring 50s/60s recording star Craig Douglas who recorded No1 hits Only Sixteen, One Hundred Pounds of Clay as well as classics such as Teenager In Love, Pretty Blue Eyes, When My Little Girl Is Smiling and many more.

Disclaimer: Recent legislative guidelines insist that any Evening of Clairvoyance should be billed ‘for entertainment purposes’. Tony certainly uses his natural wit, showmanship and Cockney charisma to entertain but more important, Mediumship has the potential to change someone’s life and instil in them a sense of peace, comfort and purpose.

Fri 25 Jun, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Sun 27 Jun, 7.30pm Derby Theatre

Sun 27 Jun, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

£16.50, concessions £15

£19

£13, concessions £11

“They swing like crazy - Superb!”

Sheila Tracy (BBC) “... A celebration of classic Swing!”

The Telegraph

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01332 255 800 www.derbylive.co.uk

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Goodnights Entertainment

GIRLS NIGHT

Five friends celebrate the past on a hilarious karaoke night out packed with girlie anthems.

Girls Night returns with an all UK cast after a sellout run off Broadway. Grab your girlfriends, your sisters and your workmates and prepare to laugh, cry and dance in the aisles like never before!

From the pen of Where the Heart Is writer, Louise Roche, this thoughtful and brilliantly funny down to earth musical comedy follows five friends as they relive their past on a hilarious karaoke night out.

Bursting with energy and packed with every girlie anthem you can think of, including It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive and many more, Girls Night is an unforgettable night of entertainment!

Mon 28 & Tue 29 Jun, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall £16, concessions £14, FRIENDS £13, group rates available

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Stepping Out On Tour Ltd

Stepping OUT

In a dusty church hall, exprofessional dancer Mavis Turner holds her weekly tap class.

Every Thursday, in stumbles her well-intentioned but not overly talented troupe – the awkward but hugely enthusiastic Lynne, snooty Vera, streetwise Maxine and the rest of the group – all brought together to dance as if no one is watching, and hopefully no-one ever will!

That’s until they’re invited to perform at a charity gala.

As disbelief is replaced by sheer terror, can this bunch of amateurs pull together and put on the performance of a lifetime?

Brian Capron, known to millions for his award-winning portrayal of the sinister Richard Hillman in Coronation Street, plays the bumbling but lovable Geoffrey, whose mid-life crisis might just bring with it some mid-life reward.

Anita Harris, one of the brightest singing sensations of the ‘60s, and famously set pulses racing as Nurse Clarke in Carry On Doctor plays everybody’s favourite snob, Vera.

For twenty-five years, Stepping Out has delighted audiences with its heart-warming and hilariously funny story, proving that in dancing, as in life, it’s always better to follow your own tune.

LIVE saver

3 shows from £24 See page 6

Tue 29 Jun – Sat 3 Jul, 7.30pm (excl Fri) Fri 5pm & 8.30pm Wed & Sat matinee 2.30pm BSL Signed performance Sat 3 Jul, 2.30pm Derby Theatre Tickets from £8, see page 62 for details LIVE saver

FRIENDS

Image: Edward Moss

BOX OFFICE

01332 255 800 www.derbylive.co.uk

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Two’s Company Dance Management & Dancexchange

FUNNY BONES

Presented in partnership with Déda. Funny Bones is a brand new double bill of contemporary dance for children aged 5yrs+ and their families. This funny and charming show will introduce children to a new world of dance and movement.

Big Band Dancing

DANNY ROGERS BAND

Dance the night away to the live Big Band sounds of this highly versatile nine-piece outfit with sizzling style and precision.

With over 600 numbers in their repertoire, the band perform favourites from Sinatra, Count Basie and Glenn Miller, plus Blues Brothers and the rockin’ sounds of the sixties to the noughties. Bring your dancin’ shoes for a real treat.

Enrique Cabrera’s DanSense is a beautifully creative piece that uses our five senses to create a stimulating and involving experience for young audiences.

Look out for costumes covered with plastic spoons, and waterfilled buckets to soak the dancers – and the audience!

MIDDLE EAST MEETS MOULIN ROUGE

After a successful dance show from previous years, local dance teacher Gaynor Fairweather, presents a wonderful and magical dance show from teacher professionals to student amateurs, with the theme of belly dance, burlesque and can-can styles weaving a truly delightful fantasy of east meets west.

In the second part of this doublebill, choreographed by Luca Silvestrini, the performers enter a strange arena, moving from one kind of sport to another.

The dancers face many victories and defeats, competitions and challenges. Cheer for your favourite, but who will be the winner?

www.professionalbellydancer.co.uk

Fri 2 Jul, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Sat 3 Jul, 11am & 2pm Assembly Rooms - Darwin Suite

Sat 3 Jul, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

£10

£6

£12, concessions £10

A show by the community for the community with child performers!

BOX OFFICE

01332 255 800

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CAMRA DERBY 33rd SUMMER BEER FESTIVAL

One of the biggest and best Beer Festivals in the country in the ‘Real Ale Capital Of England’. Thirty three years of wonderful beers served in air-conditioned comfort, now open all day on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

GERMAINE GREER

Forty Years of Feminism and Fun

The festival has a Florence Nightingale Centenary theme.

The opening ceremony takes place at 6.30pm on Wed 7 Jul in the Market Place with the Mayor and Derby Ram. Great entertainment every session. For details see www.derbycamra.org.uk Stay in Derby, short breaks from Derby Tourism www.visitderby.co.uk DATE

Wed 7 Jul Thu 8 Jul Fri 9 Jul Sat 10 Jul Sun 11 Jul

TIMES

6.30pm - 11pm 11.30am - 11pm 11.30am - 11pm 11.30am - 11pm 12 noon - 2.30pm

PRICE

PRICE

Closed Free £2 £3 Free

£4 £5 £7 £6 Closed

LUNCH/AFTERNOON

EVENING AFTER 6pm

CAMRA and EBCU members: Free admission to all sessions on production of current membership card.

Senior Citizens: Free admission Wed evening and all lunchtimes with Gold Card/ID Armed Forces Personnel: Free admission on production of MOD ID

Controversial, agenda-setting author, acclaimed academic, outspoken broadcaster, groundbreaking publisher, feminist icon and public figure.

This event gives the audience the unique chance to hear the inside story of what enormous fun it’s been being a fearless international feminist icon and highly regarded academic through four decades of change. And of course, as ever, you can ask all those burning questions you have been longing to throw at the Prof... serious or lighthearted, from the point of poetry, through sex for the over 60s, to the role of women in the third world.

NB. Thu/Fri Darwin Bar open all day.

Great Hall closes 4pm before evening session.

Expect this unique close encounter with the Prof to be candid, enlightening and highly entertaining.

Wed 7 – Sun 11 Jul Assembly Rooms

Wed 7 Jul, 7.30pm Derby Theatre

See table above for times and prices

£14, concessions £12, NUS £10, FRIENDS £11 FRIENDS

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Gatepost Theatre Company

THE SENSATIONAL SEVENTIES

Every decade has its own fascination and the 70s was no exception. It was a confusing decade in many ways, a peculiar mixture of progress, political confrontation and a nostalgic interest in the past.

Why not step back and relive the era of hot pants, flares and the psychedelic colours of the Punk scene?

This will be great entertainment, whether you are a child of the 70s or just curious to check out the older generation.

BUDDY HOLLY AND THE CRICKETERS

This breathtaking show from Buddy and the boys - who have, for seventeen sensational years, delighted audiences across the globe from Cardiff to California and Barking to Bangkok! - is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles to such timeless hits as That’ll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, It Doesn’t Matter Anymore, Raining In My Heart, Oh Boy! – and many, many more.

amongst others, Buddy Holly and The Cricketers were recently endorsed as Britain’s most popular Buddy Holly act when they guest-starred on BBC1’s Saturday night live programme, The One and Only.

Don’t miss the chance to see Britain’s longest-running and greatest Buddy Holly act live and make your heart beat a little faster with the show that has thousands of fans the world over saying: “I can’t believe it’s not Buddy!”

The company that brought you We Will Rock You and Les Miserables present the Sensational 70s, consisting of news items, fashion, dance routines and hits from stage shows, films and pop charts of the day. Accompanied by a live band!

Featuring some of the finest and talented actor-musicians in the business, whose combined West End credits include Buddy, Lennon, Return to The Forbidden Planet, Jailhouse Rock and Sunday In The Park With George

Wed 7 - Sat 10 Jul, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre

Thu 8 Jul, 7.30pm Derby Theatre

£8, concessions £6 (Wed & Thu only)

£17, concessions £15, FRIENDS £14

Amateur Theatre

FRIENDS

“The audience were dancing in the aisles and roaring for more.”

The Stage

www.buddyhollyandthecricketers.co.uk

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MUM’S THE WORD

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3 shows from £24 See page 6

ITV’s Popstars to Operastars finalist and star of resurgent singing sensations The Nolan Sisters, Bernie Nolan is set to continue her triumphant return to the heady heights of British entertainment as she reprises her lead role and embarks on a 20-date UK stage tour of the acclaimed comedy musical, Mum’s the Word... The smash-hit comedy about how children ruin change your life forever.

Five women... five stories…one common thread... a hilarious and intimate look at motherhood.

Mum’s The Word has played eight record-breaking UK tours and a West End run. The award-winning, sell-out theatrical phenomenon is on the road again - liberating, enlightening and educating, but mainly just washing the secret, funny, dirty laundry of motherhood in public for the very first time.

This award-winning production has received critical acclaim and attracted sell-out audiences throughout Australia, Canada and across Europe.

UK audiences have loved every minute of the show which the press claim “should have been sponsored by the NHS.” Tracy Shaw

Quotes from the show: “I find it much easier to be a good mum in public.”

“Some mornings when I am desperate for more sleep, I lie to my husband about how many times I got up in the night with the baby.”

Sally Ann Matthews

Mon 12 - Wed 14 Jul, 7.30pm, Wed matinee 2.30pm Derby Theatre Tickets from £8, see page 62 for details LIVE saver

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Ram FM & Derby LIVE’s

FAME FACTOR The HEATS

HOW TO ENTER: Derby’s search-for-a-pantomime star – Ram FM & Derby LIVE’s Fame Factor is back! Join us as we search for a pantomime star for Aladdin, Derby LIVE’s pantomime for 2010/11!

Come and watch the live heats of the Fame Factor competition, which will showcase some of the finest talent that Derby has to offer. It could be singing sensations from Spondon, break dancers from Borrowash or quirky comedians from Quarndon!

Watch as the judging panel narrow down 24 hopefuls to our final 12. Support all the acts and then pick your favourites... boo and cheer the judges’ decisions and then follow the final 12 through to the grand final on Fri 30 Jul (see page 49).

The heats and final will be hosted by Ram FM’s Dino & Pete and Andy Miller will be one of the judges, alongside industry experts.

Do you have what it takes to show our professional panel of judges your special, show-stopping talent which could see you taking a trip on the magic carpet to perform alongside the stars in this year’s Derby LIVE pantomime, Aladdin? (see p60).

If the answer is yes then we want to see YOU at the Fame Factor auditions this summer!

Auditions take place on Tue 1 & Wed 2 Jun and are open to family members and supporters only.

Please apply to be shortlisted for an audition by visiting www.derbylive.co.uk and filling out an online application form. You can also request a hard copy from Derby LIVE Box Office.

The closing date for applications is Fri 7 May. Please read all the terms and conditions of the competition before entering and ensure that you are available to attend all audition dates, the heats and final.

Tue 13 & Wed 14 Jul, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall Both shows will be BSL Signed £5 per night

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State Of The Art

VOICE OF THE HEART KAREN CARPENTER

Recreating and celebrating the music of The Carpenters, this show guarantees to lead Carpenters fans down a magical memory lane.

TATTOO, BODY ART & MUSIC FESTIVAL During this two-day festival, thousands of visitors will be attracted to Derby to see, meet and be tattooed or pierced by over 90 body artists from around the world. This two-day extravaganza opens its doors to all; tattoo fans, body art enthusiasts, music fans, burlesque lovers, families and anyone who just wishes to enjoy themselves.

The show includes the timeless classics every Carpenters fan will adore - Yesterday Once More, Goodbye To Love, Close To You and Only Yesterday. Plus great medleys from The Beatles, Burt Bacharach and Hal David including Do You Know the Way to San Jose and Always Something There to Remind Me.

Visit our 78 tattooing booths and choose from over 90 amazing International artists working this event and leave the show with the tattoo or piercing of your dreams. Bars, food outlets, tattoo competitions, and more than 45 fashion and trade merchandisers will be selling their products.

With superb vocals from Carole Gordon and outstanding talent from the brilliant Blue Jeans Band, singers and dancers, it will be a “sparkling” night to remember.

Spend this weekend at the Derby LIVE Assembly Rooms and make these two exciting days the weekend of your summer calendar. You will be able to enjoy a fantastic party atmosphere with live music, bands and to add a bit of spice to a glittering gala of entertainment, mini burlesque shows.

After a hugely successful tour in 2009, Voice Of The Heart has a brand new show for 2010 featuring even more timeless classics from The Carpenters.

Fri 16 Jul, 7.30pm Derby Theatre £17, concessions £15

Book tickets online at www.tattoo-2001.com or on door or call 0845 310 5364

Sat 17 & Sun 18 Jul, Sat 12 noon - 11pm, Sun 12 noon - 8pm Assembly Rooms £20 all day ticket, accompanied under 15s FREE

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THE DRIFTERS IN CONCERT Derby LIVE

THE 2010 EAGLE AWARDS

Derby is fortunate to have one of the country’s largest and most vibrant Amateur Theatre communities. After a hiatus of a couple of years, Derby LIVE is extremely proud to be relaunching the Eagle Awards.

‘Amateur’ translates as ‘for the love of it’. The Eagle Awards celebrate, promote and recognise this love and the wonderful array of theatre it produces each year.

Nine awards will be presented on the night, interspersed with show pieces from talented amateur performers who might not normally have access to the fantastic performing space which is Derby Theatre.

The Drifters are one of the biggest selling and longest serving bands of all time. This UK tour features many of the biggest hits, in particular from the Bell Arista era of the group’s success presented through a high energy ‘Disco Fantasia’ performance, along with some lesser known, and previously unreleased tracks recorded during this era.

Dancetek

WONDERLAND

A dance spectacular from the young people of Derby.

Showcasing many genres of dance including Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Street and Cheerleading.

Some of the group’s biggest hits include classics such as Saturday Night at the Movies, Under The Boardwalk, You’re More Than A Number in My Little Red Book, and many more.

This non-stop show combines classic songs, top flight choreography and world class musicians with newer material including the stunning new track Do You Dream of Me. www.theofficialdrifters.com

Sat 17 Jul, 7.30pm Derby Theatre

Wed 21 – Sat 24 Jul, 7.15pm, Sat matinee 2pm

Fri 23 Jul, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

£8, concessions £6

Guildhall Theatre £12, concessions £6

£20, concessions £18.50

Amateur Theatre

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University of Derby and Buxton Opera House

EDUCATING RITA

by Willy Russell

A revival for Derby audiences of Buxton Opera House’s 2008 production of Willy Russell’s muchloved comedy.

Susan White is a frustrated hairdresser who, against the wishes of her husband, signs up to an Open University course (under the pseudonym of Rita) to discover what educated life has to offer. Dr Frank Bryant is an unsuccessful, alcoholic, middle-aged academic with no experience of teaching workingclass students.

As Rita begins to flourish under his tutelage, the power balance of their relationship shifts – can they develop an understanding, and possibly even something more?

Featuring George Telfer as Frank and Cara Nolan as Rita.

Director: Yvonne Hurt Producer: Andrew Aughton

Wed 21 - Sat 24 Jul and Tue 27 - Sat 31 Jul, 7.30pm Sat 24, Wed 28 & Sat 31 Jul, 2.30pm Derby Theatre £14, £12, concessions £12, £10, Matinee tickets all £10

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POSTMAN PAT A Very Royal Mission

GRIMETHORPE COLLIERY BAND From the hit movie Brassed Off

The real stars of the hit movie Brassed Off, the Grimethorpe Colliery Band are in constant demand throughout the world for concert appearances. Having won almost every brass band accolade, these musicians have a highly-acclaimed international reputation with numerous television appearances and recordings to their credit. Enjoy the fabulous sound of this world famous brass band, performing your favourite classics with passion and style!

Ram FM & Derby LIVE’s

Postman Pat returns to UK theatres as the newly promoted Head of the Special Delivery Service (or SDS) with his brand new show... A Very Royal Mission.

In Pencaster, everyone has received a letter from the Palace, delivered by Pat and his faithful cat Jess, of course. Someone special is coming to open the brand new SDS Sorting Office and they only have a short time to get themselves, and Pencaster, prepared for a very royal visit.

“A thoroughly entertaining show and a must for all music enthusiasts!” The Guardian

Get ready for take-off and join Pat and his friends in 90 minutes of fun and participation, and remember no job is too big – the special delivery always gets through! Mission Accomplished!

“Sensational – performing your favourite classics in spectacular style!” The Times

Postman Pat 2009 Classic Media Distribution Limited.

Original writer John Cunliffe. Lic. RMG Ltd.

Sat 24 Jul, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall

Tue 27 Jul, 1pm & 3.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall BSL Signed performance 3.30pm

£15, £17.50, concessions £1 Off top two price bands

£12, under 16s £10, Family (4) £40

FAME FACTOR THE FINAL

Derby’s search-for-a-pantomime star – Ram FM & Derby LIVE’s Fame Factor is back! Join us as we search for a Pantomime star for Aladdin, Derby LIVE’s pantomime for 2010/11!

Come and watch the last 12 acts fight it out in the live final showcasing some of the finest talent that Derby has to offer from singing sensations from Spondon, break dancers from Borrowash and quirky comedians from Quarndon!

The final will be hosted by Ram FM’s Dino & Pete and Andy Miller will be one of the judges, alongside industry experts.

Fri 30 Jul, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall £10

BOX OFFICE

01332 255 800

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‘DELICIOUS’ Burlesque

Delicious recreates the golden age of Burlesque, from pin-up Bettie Page, to modern day burlesque queens Immodesty Blaize and Dita Von Teese, this beautiful and intriguing art-form has thrilled audiences for hundreds of years and inspired timeless looks, styles and fashions.

This event features a mixture of both spectacular aerial and ground based performances from some of the world’s top performers, including Natsumi Scarlett, Kittie Klaw & Roxy Velvet. There’s a competition for newcomers, skills workshops and the biggest burlesque/vintage market ever.

A live band “The Boners” plus DJs playing 50’s/ Rockabilly/Swing/Jive and an accompanying Twisted Cabaret Show from Heresy n Heelz complete the entertainment.

There is something for everyone at Delicious, whether you’re a performer, lifelong fan or just plain curious, so prepare yourself for a 12 hour rollercoaster ride through the rich tapestry of performance-art that is Delicious Burlesque... www.delicious-burlesque.com

Sat 31 Jul, 2pm - 2am Assembly Rooms £20, VIP Ticket £30 (18+ only: dress code applies) (7pm onwards) Burlesque/Vintage/Costume/Couture/Cocktail/ Rockabilly/Alternative - minimum of formal or smart is required.

No jeans, casuals or sportswear allowed after 7pm.

ABBA MANIA

ABBA Mania is now accepted as the world’s number one touring production, featuring a special concert presentation, which celebrates ABBA’s music in a respectful and enjoyable way, reviving special memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves.

Fresh from a smash-hit tour of America and Hong Kong in 2009 ABBA Mania returns to the UK to bring old and new ABBA fans a night not to be missed.

If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music there has ever been, then ABBA Mania is for you! Join in and enjoy all of your favourites including: Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All, Super Trouper and many more.

Fancy dress recommended.

Thu 5 & Fri 6 Aug, 7.30pm Assembly Rooms - Great Hall BSL Signed performance Fri 6 Aug

£16.50, £18.50, under 16s £10, £12, FRIENDS £3 OFF, group rates available FRIENDS

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Buddy

Greco and The Rat Pack

KATE RUSBY Fri 17 Sep

Fri 10 Sep

COMING

SOON TO THE GREAT HALL

BEST OF BRITISH VARIETY

TANGO PASION

Thu 7 Oct

Fri 24 Sep

on sale

now

MARK WATSON

Tue 19 Oct

THE LITTLE BIG CLUB Mon 25 Tue 26 Oct

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Derby LIVE

DARLEY PARK CONCERT

With an amazing firework finale, come along and be part of the 30,000 strong crowd at the UK’s biggest free outdoor classical concert, in the stunning natural amphitheatre that is Darley Park.

Join sinfonia ViVA and regular Darley Park concert conductor James Holmes in the wonderful setting of Darley Park for a spectacular programme of music celebrating the famous people of Derby.

Don’t forget to visit the Derby LIVE tent for some exclusive special offers.

DERBY FESTé Three day spectacular

Following increasingly successful events in 2007, 2008 and 2009, Derby Festé is fast becoming a central event in Derby’s cultural calendar, bringing the whole city out on the streets for three days of fantastic events and extraordinary performance.

Festé 2009 featured outstanding international artists such as Compagnie des Quidams and Transe Express, alongside regional and national performers.

For more details visit www.derbyfeste.com Festé is organised by Déda, Derby LIVE and QUAD.

Sun 5 Sep, from 6pm Darley Park

Fri 24 - Sun 26 Sep Derby

FREE ENTRY, Car Parking £5 at St. Benedict’s School on Duffield Road

FREE

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Derby LIVE and PR Promotions

DERBY TRADITIONAL MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL

Oysterband–Acoustic • Shooglenifty Chris Wood & Andy Cutting Peeping Tom • Jez Lowe and The Big Bad Pennies Flossie Malavialle • Michael Marra • Fay Hield Trio Sam Sweeney & Hannah James • The Navvy’s Wife Mighty Zulu Nation • Tom McConville Band • Tri Megson • More guests to be announced!

Now in its fourth year, the Festival goes from strength to strength and showcases the best in folk and traditional music and dance.

Festival favourites and emerging talent share the spotlight throughout the weekend, and this fantastic family-friendly event features concerts, dances and workshops, plus children’s events, dance displays, sessions and a Craft Fair throughout the Assembly Rooms.

For up to date information, enquiries and more details, please call PR Promotions on 01773 853428 or visit www.prpromotions.org.uk

EARLY BIRD TICKETS - UP TO 31 JUL 2010

Full Price Friday Saturday Sat Eve Sunday W/E

Adult £16 £26 £20 £15 £50

Student £8 £13 £10 £8 £25

Child £5 £5 £5 £5 £10

Family £37 £57 £45 £35 £110

Child £5 £5 £5 £5 £10

Family £41 £61 £49 £37 £124

TICKETS - AFTER 1 AUG 2010

Full Price Friday Saturday Sat Eve Sunday W/E

Adult £18 £28 £22 £16 £57

Student £9 £14 £12 £8 £27

Children: 5-15 years old Student: Valid NUS Card Holders Family: 2 Adults and 2 Children

Fri 1 - Sun 3 Oct Assembly Rooms For prices see table above

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PRIOR TO WEST END

LIVE

Derby LIVE in association with Chichester Festival Theatre

ONASSIS

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3 shows from £24 See page 6

A new play by Martin Sherman Directed by Nancy Meckler

Aristotle Onassis was in his time the most powerful of shipping magnates. He used his immense wealth to pursue women, personal vendettas, political influence on an international scale and yet more wealth.

First performed to great acclaim and a sold out run at Chichester’s Minerva Theatre, this captivating new play by Martin Sherman is opening in Derby prior to the West End. Onassis is an often explosive account of how those with great power and wealth live lives detached from the moral code and realities of ordinary mortals. It’s a story about money, sex and power and is inspired by the true story of the relationships between Aristotle Onassis, Jackie Kennedy, Bobby Kennedy and Maria Callas.

“Robert Lindsay’s delicious display as the notorious Greek playboy and shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis ... is a salacious delight” The Daily Mail

Sponsored by

Robert Lindsay’s distinguished theatre career includes The Entertainer, Richard III, Oliver!, for which he won the Olivier Award for Best Actor in a Musical, and Me and My Girl for which he won the Olivier Award for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Musical and the TONY Award for Best Actor in a Musical. For television he is best known for his roles in My Family, Jake’s Progress and GBH, for which he won a BAFTA award for Best Actor. His film work includes Divorcing Jack, Genghis Cohn and Remember Me. “Robert Lindsay moves with ease between the comic and the sinister. His Onassis is one of those highdefinition performances at which he excels.”

The Daily Telegraph “Sherman writes sharp cutting dialogue.” The Times “Nancy Meckler’s production crackles with wit and intelligence.” The Sunday Times Contains strong language and scenes of a sexual nature.

Director: Nancy Meckler

Thu 9 – Sat 25 Sep See diary page 78 for performance times Derby Theatre Tickets from £8. See page 62 for details

BSL Signed performances Thu 23 Sep, 7.30pm, Sat 25 Sep, 2.30pm Audio Described performances Wed 22 Sep, 7.30pm, Sat 25 Sep, 2.30pm Post Show Discussion Thu 23 Sep Twilight Workshops available See p65

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WORLD PREMIERE Derby LIVE

MOTHER CAME TOO

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by Tim Elgood

3 shows from £24 See page 6

A husband who unfortunately has not grown up – a son who unfortunately has – and a mother-inlaw who is now stood a little too close for comfort.

These were not the carefree visions of a ‘free bird’ child of the Sixties and teenager of the Seventies.

down by family responsibilities and a mother’s determination to spread her wings and rise up from her midlife ashes.

This hilarious journey will take you to some unfamiliar places in the company of some increasingly familiar people – ‘Mother’ of course included. A must-see comedy for anyone who possesses a husband, a son… or a mother.

Contains strong language.

Following on from last year’s smash hit comedy The Pros, The Cons and A Screw, Tim Elgood brings us Mother Came Too… a fast-moving comedy about life that has become bogged

Director: Pete Meakin Set Designer: Andy Miller Costume Designer: Tim Heywood Sound Designer: Adam McCready

Thu 7 – Sat 30 Oct See diary page 78 for performance times Guildhall Theatre

BSL Signed performances Sat 23 Oct, 2.30pm & Thu 28 Oct, 7.30pm Audio Described performances Wed 27 Oct, 7.30pm & Sat 30 Oct, 2.30pm Post Show Discussion Thu 28 Oct Twilight Workshops available See p65

Tickets from £8, see page 62 for details

LIVE saver

FRIENDS

The use of actors in this image does not necessarily indicate that they will be appearing in the production.

Image: Robert Day

On the eve of your 50th birthday it is illuminating to reflect upon thirty odd years of marriage. Our dreams from the past are not always mirrored by the reality of the present.

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Hull Truck Theatre Company

TEECHERS WIFE BEGINS AT FORTY

By John Godber

LIVE saver

3 shows from £24 See page 6

Starring Vicki Michelle (‘Allo ‘Allo), Trevor Bannister (Are You Being Served and Last of the Summer Wine) and Mark Curry (Blue Peter).

It seems that, for some people, 40 is a rather traumatic age. For Linda Harper, it certainly appears to be, as she starts worrying three years before her fortieth birthday. She is dissatisfied spiritually and physically with her 17 year marriage to the slightly staid George.

However, following a drunken night, Linda decides to leave but in fact, it is George who moves out, giving Linda a chance to “find herself” through a variety of courses including aerobics and sculpting.

When George returns to the family home, without his ‘crown jewels’, a few weeks later he and Linda discover that the flames of passion are not quite dead, albeit in need of a little fanning! Accompanied by the Central Band of the Royal Air Force, Linda helps George to put the ex back into sex.

LIVE saver

3 shows from £24 See page 6

Remember your school days? The dreaded detentions, soggy semolina, snogging behind the bike sheds and breaktime bust-ups?! Well prepare to be catapulted back to the classroom and take a raw and riotous look at life in a typical British school, in this classic comedy from BAFTA winner John Godber.

Meet the staff; the trendy young Drama teacher making his shaky debut; the Deputy Head who rules the school with an iron rod; the gentle Humanities teacher who is desperate for a quiet life; Doug, the grumpy old Caretaker, and the Headmistress – a boisterous battleaxe and some-time Amateur Dramatics star! And prepare yourselves for the pupils; a wayward mob of disruptive delinquents determined to wreak havoc, hormones and horror throughout the school!

Nostalgia, mischief and mayhem reign supreme in this classic classroom drama!

“Class warfare, teacher’s tantrums, sex and the shortcomings of the state system - marvellously funny.” The Times

Tue 19 - Sat 23 Oct, 7.30pm Wed & Sat Matinee 2.30pm Derby Theatre

Tue 26 – Sat 30 Oct, 7.30pm Wed & Sat Matinee 2.30pm BSL signed performance Sat 30 Oct, 7.30pm Derby Theatre

Tickets from £8, see page 62 for details

Tickets from £8, see page 62 for details

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Derby LIVE

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS

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by Kenneth Grahame Adapted for the stage

by Patrick Sandford

3 shows from £24 See page 6

Christmas Club Save 25% on tickets for Aladdin** (see p6 for T&Cs)

The Wind in the Willows is a classic of children’s literature that has delighted children and adults alike for decades.

The day that Mole abandons his spring-cleaning and sets out to enjoy the sunshine is the start of many adventures. Not only does he discover the river and the joys of messing around in boats, but he also forges a lifelong friendship with Rat, Badger and the eccentric and incorrigible Toad.

When Toad becomes obsessed with motor cars, Ratty and Mole enlist the help of wise Badger.

However, Mr Toad dashes from one escapade to another: from an upturned gypsy caravan to a stolen motorcar, a spell in prison, to a daring breakout. When Toad Hall is taken over by the fiendish weasels, the four friends share the most thrilling adventure of all as they hatch a heroic plan to win it back!

A timeless and exciting tale of adventure and cunning, camaraderie, fun and friendship.

Poop Poop!

Director: Hannah Chissick Designer: Philip Witcomb

Sat 27 Nov - Sat 15 Jan Derby Theatre BSL Signed performances Fri 10 Dec, 7.30pm, Thu 23 Dec, 2.30pm & Sat 15 Jan, 2.30pm Audio Described performances Sat 18 Dec, 2.30pm & Wed 22 Dec, 7.30pm Captioned performances Sat 11 Dec 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets from £8, see page 62 for details. See diary page 78 for performance times.

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Illustrations: Karate Grafika

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Derby LIVE & Paul Holman Associates

3 shows from £24

ALADDIN

See page 6

Christmas Club

Save 25% on tickets for The Wind in the Willows**

Photography: Robert Day. Illustrations: Karate Grafika

(see p6 for T&Cs)

Derby’s biggest all-star family pantomime returns to the Assembly Rooms with one of the most magical and mystical pantomimes of all - Aladdin.

Find out if the Genie makes all their wishes come true in this spectacular production which will enchant both young and old.

Take a magical carpet ride on a tale full of eastern promise!

Let Aladdin fulfill your three wishes for a traditional family pantomime - hilarious slapstick comedy, high energy music and dance routines and lots of audience participation.

Follow lovable rogue Aladdin on his search for hidden treasure as he tries to win the heart of the beautiful princess Jasmine. With all your favourite panto characters, including the magnificent Genie of the lamp, wicked Uncle Abanazer, Aladdin’s no-good brother Wishee Washee and the ultimate pantomime dame – Widow Twankey!

It’s never too early to book for this fantastic festive treat!

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Wed 8 Dec - Sun 9 Jan

Assembly Rooms - Great Hall BSL Signed performances Tue 14 Dec, 2pm, Sat 18 Dec 6pm, Tue 28 Dec, 2pm & Sat 8 Jan, 2pm Audio Described performances Tue 4 Jan, 7pm & Sat 8 Jan, 2pm Tickets from £8, see page 62 for details. See diary page 78 for performance times.

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Seating plan & prices for:

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SEATS & PRICES

Derby LIVE productions

Visiting productions

• Broken Hearted • Cranford the Musical • Onassis • Mother Came Too • The Wind in the Willows • Aladdin

• The Graduate • Journey’s End • Popstar the Musical • Mum’s The Word • Stepping Out • Wife Begins At Forty • Teechers

DERBY THEATRE

GUILDHALL THEATRE STAGE

STAGE A1 B1

A24 B26 C29 D31 E34 F36 G38 H40 J41 K42 L43 M44 N43

O1

W= WHEELCHAIR SPACE

A18 B16 C18

D1

D16

E1

E18

F1

F16

G1

G18

H1

H16

J1

J18

K1

K16

L1

L16

AA1

AA15

BB1

BB15

CC1

CC15

DD1

DD15

TICKET TYPE

BEST

MID

BARGAIN

Previews & weekday matinees*

£13 (£11.50)

£11 (£9.50)

£8

£36

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Family Ticket † (The Wind in the Willows, Aladdin) £44

£14 (£12)

£10

Family Ticket† (The Wind in the Willows, Aladdin) £60

Mon - Thu evenings & weekend matinees*

£17 (£15)

£48

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Fri – Sun evenings*

£17 (£15)

£12

£60

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£21 (£19)

Family Ticket (The Wind in the Willows, Aladdin) £76 †

BALCONY

O35 P34

P4

A1 B1 C1

STALLS

H1 J1 K1 L1 M1 N1

E1 F1 G1

C1 D1

W= WHEELCHAIR SPACE

* Cranford the Musical - all performances priced as Previews & weekday matinees * Onassis - all performances from Tue 14 Sep priced as Fri – Sun evenings * The Wind in the Willows and Aladdin - all performances Sat 18 Dec - Sun 2 Jan inclusive priced as Fri - Sun evenings † 2 adult & 2 child tickets Concessions Concession prices are shown in brackets, and are available to under 16s, over 60s, registered unemployed, registered disabled people, and full time students.

Groups Come as a group and make great savings: 10+ save 15% 20+ save 20% 100+ save 25%

Schools Schools tickets are just £8.50, with one free ticket for teachers/ supervisors for every 10 bought (tickets not available on Bargain seats, not on Fri-Sun evening performances or 18 Dec – 2 Jan inclusive).

FRIENDS FRIENDS of Derby LIVE get 2 for 1 tickets for preview & press nights (see diary on page 76 for details) and 10% off LIVEsaver tickets.

Membership is just £18 per year, with a whole lot of benefits - see page 69 for details.

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SEE MORE 3 shows from just £24 See page 6 for details

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PRE-SHOW DINING

A NIGHT LESS ORDINARY

Pre-show Dining is an exclusive facility for selected Great Hall shows at the Assembly Rooms and is held in the 45 Suite, with diners taking their seats in the restaurant an hour and a half before the show begins. The pre-show dining icon denotes the shows where this service is available.

You can pre-order a two course meal from a set menu costing just £9.95, complementing your meal with a selection of reasonably priced wines from around the world. Pre-booked interval drinks can also be served at your table.

Pre-Show Dining is bookable through Derby LIVE Box Office, in advance, along with or after you have bought your ticket. A minimum of 4 days notice is required and early bookings are advisable to avoid disappointment.

For more information, to request the latest menu & order form and make a reservation, please call the Box Office on 01332 255800 or email boxoffice@derby.gov.uk

A Night Less Ordinary is an Arts Council England scheme in association with Metro, providing over 600,000 free theatre tickets to anyone under 26 in more than 200 venues across England. For more information about the scheme visit www.anightlessordinary.org.uk.

Derby LIVE is pleased to be one of the venues chosen and offer a number of free tickets, on selected lyric theatre shows (drama, dance and opera.)

A Night Less Ordinary is aimed at any under 26 year old visiting alone, with friends or family.

(Under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult.)

Free tickets can be reserved prior to the performance, subject to availability and collected on the day of the performance by the young person. The young person will need to show photographic identification, with date of birth.

For more information, to check availability or to reserve tickets, please contact the Box Office on 01332 255 800 or email boxoffice@derby.gov.uk. For a current list of tickets on offer visit www.derbylive.co.uk/anlo

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& inclusion

Derby LIVE Youth Theatre The Derby LIVE Youth Theatre was launched in September 2008 for young people between the ages of 9 and 19. It provides the highest quality training and development opportunities in theatrical performance skills and helps overcome barriers to artistic advancement.

Productions to date have included: Nicholas Nickleby 2009 A Lady with a Lamp 2010

Auditions for our Youth Theatre are held in September each year.

For information on anything on these pages please contact Kim Miller, Learning & Inclusion Manager either by email at kim.miller@derby.gov.uk or on 01332 287336

Derby LIVE Community Theatre The Derby LIVE Community Theatre was launched last year with a very successful production of Peer Gynt.

This year we are working with Big Adventures Theatre Company on a new specially commissioned piece Cranford the Musical (see p37).

Auditions for our Community Theatre are held in January each year.

Peer Gynt 2009

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Tickets Most schools tickets are priced at just ÂŁ8.50, we give one ticket free for every ten bought, for teachers/supervisors.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCHOOLS

Older/more independent students can take advantage of our A Night Less Ordinary scheme - see p63 for details.

Education Days We run Education Days alongside selected Derby LIVE productions.

Students have the chance to take part in a workshop at 10am before seeing the matinee performance at 1.30pm.

Tickets for the workshop and performance cost just ÂŁ13 per student. More Education Days will follow in 2011.

Teacher Support We want to make your visit go as smoothly as possible, so have risk assessments and child safety information prepared for you - see it online at www.derbylive. co.uk or request it from the Box Office on 01332 255800.

Education Packs

Twilight workshops We offer Twilight workshops by arrangement for groups of between 10 and 20 people, subject to availability. Available this season on Broken Hearted, Onassis and Mother Came Too Contact Kim Miller for details or to book.

We prepare education packs for most Derby LIVE productions to support your visit. Request one from the Box Office on 01332 255800 or keep an eye on www.derbylive.co.uk to download education packs for current and past productions.

Work Experience

Stay on after the performance on selected nights, to listen or take part in our lively FREE post-show discussions.

post show discussions

Look for the symbol throughout the brochure and on the diary pages.

We run work experience placements throughout the year. Contact Kim Miller, Learning & Inclusion Manager for more details by email at kim.miller@derby.gov.uk or on 01332 287336.

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CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

Derby LIVE is an innovative model for the delivery of the performing arts in Derby. It incorporates a year-round programme of arts and entertainment at the Assembly Rooms, Guildhall Theatre and Derby Theatre. Derby LIVE also presents a range of high quality, large-scale outdoor events across the city. The full Derby LIVE programme engages with over 300,000 people every year!

Sponsorship opportunities exist across all areas of our work. Sponsorship packages are flexible and range from membership of our Scene Setters Corporate Members Club, to sponsorship of our artistic and learning programmes.

If you would like to explore an association with Derby LIVE, please contact Kelly Smith, Development Manager on 01332 255427.

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SCENE SETTERS CORPORATE MEMBERS CLUB

An association with Derby LIVE could help you to:

Attach your brand to one of the Derby LIVE events:

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Increase brand visibility Reach new customers Access conference spaces and member’s events Involve your employees Support your local community Meet your company’s CSR commitments

The Darley Park Concert The Big1@Chaddesden Park The Switch-On of Derby City Centre Christmas Lights Bonfire and Fireworks Display The International Classical Concert Series The Pantomime

Scene Setters Corporate Members Club offers an ideal way to support the arts, raise your company’s profile and entertain both clients and your employees. Membership is available on three levels.

If you would like to explore an association with Derby LIVE, please contact Kelly Smith, Development Manager on 01332 255427.

A Kind of Alaska 2010

Supporting Cast membership

Leading Role membership

Director’s Circle membership

10 free tickets per year for Derby LIVE produced shows

24 free tickets per year for Derby LIVE produced shows

60 free tickets per year for Derby LIVE produced shows

(and presented shows, subject to availability).

(and presented shows, subject to availability).

(and presented shows, subject to availability).

Benefits:

All Supporting Cast benefits plus:

All Leading Role benefits plus:

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Logo in Derby LIVE season brochure (3 per year, a total of 250,000 copies) Logo on Derby LIVE website Logo in 2 show programmes per year Complimentary programmes for your chosen production A personal contact for bookings Exclusive booking line

£500 per year exclusive of VAT

Logo on Derby LIVE plasma screens Use of a VIP area at your chosen production Meet the cast events for staff and clients Special offers and priority booking, when available

£1000 per year exclusive of VAT

Quarter page advert in Derby LIVE season brochure (3 per year, a total of 250,000 copies) Two complimentary hires of the ‘45 Suite’ for meetings, subject to availability Invitations to staff and guests to attend rehearsals for Derby LIVE productions and the opportunity to receive an exclusive introductory workshop to the show

£2500 per year exclusive of VAT

We would like to thank and acknowledge our key supporters:

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CORPORATE SUPPORTERS Caterers to Derby LIVE

Music Man Light & Sound 58 Green Lane, Derby DE1 1RP 01332 363480

77 Osmaston Road, Derby 01332 341414

We are members of Folk Arts England promoting, encouraging and developing folk arts in England

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Unique...

The new era for live theatrical productions at Derby Theatre officially got under way in October 2009 with the first public performances taking place.

Since the University of Derby stepped in to purchase the lease for the former Derby Playhouse we have been busy refurbishing the theatre and improving the facilities to welcome the public, performers, students and staff. We hope you will see even more developments to your theatre over the next few years.

The University of Derby’s vision has been to create a ‘learning theatre’ - where staff and students can gain vital work experience and skills in all forms of theatre arts.

Courses from Art to Zoology!

Whatever you’re interested in, we’ve probably got the course to suit you.

And you can study part time, online, full time or at work – whatever suits you best. Come and see us at one of our open days in Derby or Buxton and talk through your options. Find out more at www.derby.ac.uk.

The uniqueness of the partnership between the University and Derby LIVE, who manage the calendar of public performances, is bringing the best professional, student and amateur productions to this great city centre venue.

Derby Theatre is available for private hire, and provides a stunning range of facilities. We can present your corporate event at the theatre, or help you look beyond traditional management techniques to provide arts-based training opportunities to employees from the private and public sectors.

If you would like to talk about opportunities at Derby Theatre or give us feedback on how we are doing please contact: Gary Johnson, Theatre Manager Email: g.johnson1@derby.ac.uk Telephone: 01332 594250

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Benefits

FRIENDS of Derby LIVE

Rewarding the regular theatregoer!

We all like getting value for money and coming to the theatre is no exception, which is why the FRIENDS of Derby LIVE scheme is the perfect choice for regular theatre goers! The FRIENDS scheme combines superb money saving discounts with a host of exclusive offers.

Become a FRIEND of Derby LIVE and you can make great savings on many tickets and take advantage of all these benefits: • £3 off standard ticket prices for selected shows (for two people) • Priority booking on selected shows • 2 tickets for the price of 1 on the first night of LIVEsaver shows and selected nights of week-long shows (one 2 for 1 ticket offer per membership for each valid show) • 10% discount on LIVEsaver and 2 for 1 on preview and press nights for all Derby LIVE productions • Regular newsletter to keep you informed of forthcoming shows and special Friends offers • Invitation to meet the stars of our pantomime for you and a guest • Your own personal membership card • Discounted offers at selected local restaurants • 10% off pre-show dining in our 45 suite Cost of a single standard membership is just

£18 per year

You can recover the cost of your membership by taking advantage of just one of our 2 for 1 ticket offers!

Adopt a seat in the historic Guildhall Theatre - £200 for 10 years

SPONSOR A SEAT

We will acknowledge your support with a brass plaque with your name, which will be attached to one of the seats in the auditorium. You also will be listed on our website as a seat sponsor (unless you wish to remain anonymous).

All seat sponsors will be entered into a quarterly draw to win 2 tickets to a Derby LIVE produced show. (One entry per seat).*

Individual sponsorship

Celebrate a special occasion with seat sponsorship! Adopt a seat in your own name or as a gift for a friend. Seat sponsorship is a unique way to mark the arrival of a new child or for a special birthday present.

*Please note that sponsoring a seat does not guarantee any rights to book this particular seat. However, we will do our best to allocate this to you, if it is free at the time of booking.

In Memory Business or group sponsorship

Seat sponsorship is an ideal way for local businesses to support the arts. Or perhaps you’re a member of a society or community group that would like to have a plaque displayed in your name.

You can name a seat as a special memorial to someone who loved the Guildhall Theatre and leave a lasting legacy.

Contact

If you would like more information about Seat Sponsorship please contact Development Manager, Kelly Smith, on 01332 255427 or email kelly.smith@derby.gov.uk

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ACCESS We believe that theatregoing should be accessible to all, and have a strong commitment to making this happen. Please let us know if there’s anything we can do to improve your experience with us.

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Accessible venues

Infra-red Sound System

An infra-red sound system is available in all our auditoria. Please let the Box Office know when you book, as the system only works in certain areas, so we need to make sure your seat is in the right area.

Headsets and hearing aid attachments are available for your free use, just ask the Duty Manager when you arrive.

Essential Companion Scheme

We now offer a free ticket to customers who need someone with them to assist with mobility or guidance. You need to apply to join the scheme (as an individual or an organisation). Application forms are downloadable from our website or you can request one from the Box Office.

Most public areas of our venues are accessible, with all areas except the balconies accessible by lift. All venues have disabled toilets.

Access Register

Wheelchair spaces

Other formats

Wheelchair spaces are available in all venues; please let the Box Office know when you book so we can allocate your seat accordingly.

Please let us know if you would like to be kept up to date with access information.

Just let the Box Office know by phone or email.

This brochure is available in large print, Braille and on audio CD. You can also view it online at www.derbylive.co.uk To request another format or for a full access guide, contact Box Office.

Derby LIVE Box Office Assistance Dogs

Assistance dogs are welcome at all venues. Please let the Box Office know when you book or at least 24 hours in advance.

Telephone 01332 255 800 Typetalk 18001 01332 255 800 Email boxoffice@derby.gov.uk Online www.derbylive.co.uk

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

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BSL Sign Interpreted

Audio Described

The Graduate Wed 21 Apr, 7.30pm Double Sentence Tue 18 May, 7.30pm Broken Hearted Sat 22 May, 2.30pm & Thu 27 May, 7.30pm Noddy in Toyland Wed 2 Jun, 2pm Joseph and His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Sat 12 Jun, 5pm Cranford the Musical Thu 24 Jun, 7.30pm Stepping Out Sat 3 Jul, 2.30pm Fame Factor – Heats Tue 13 & Wed 14 Jul 7.30pm Postman Pat Tue 27 Jul, 3.30pm Fame Factor – Final Fri 30 Jul, 7.30pm ABBA Mania Fri 6 Aug, 7.30pm Onassis Thu 23 Sep, 7.30pm & Sat 25 Sep, 2.30pm Mother Came Too Sat 23 Oct, 2.30pm & Thu 28 Oct, 7.30pm Teechers Sat 30 Oct, 7.30pm The Wind in the Willows Fri 10 Dec, 7.30pm, Thu 23 Dec, 2.30pm, Sat 15 Jan, 2.30pm

Aladdin Tue 14 Dec, 2pm, Sat 18 Dec, 6pm, Tue 28 Dec, 2pm & Sat 8 Jan, 2pm

Free touch tours take place around an hour before the performance, with the chance to look closely at the set and costumes and often with a chance to meet some of the actors! Please let the Box Office know if you want to attend the touch tour, tickets are free.

Please let Box Office know where you would like to sit: directly in front of the signer or on the opposite side, looking across the stage/action.

Thanks to our sign interpreters provided by Sarah Gatford Ball and TheatreTerp.

Ideal for blind and partially sighted people, audio description is a form of audio-visual translation, using the natural pauses in dialogue or between critical sound elements to insert narrative that translates the visual image into a sense form.

Thanks to our audio describers: Stef Bell, Naomi Wilds and Louisa Sanfrey.

Broken Hearted Wed 26 May, 7.30pm & Sat 29 May, 2.30pm Cranford the Musical Sat 26 Jun, 7.30pm Onassis Wed 22 Sep, 7.30pm & Sat 25 Sep, 2.30pm Mother Came Too Wed 27 Oct, 7.30pm & Sat 30 Oct, 2.30pm The Wind in the Willows Sat 18 Dec, 2.30pm, Wed 22 Dec, 7.30pm Aladdin Tue 4 Jan, 7pm & Sat 8 Jan, 2pm

Captioned

Words appear on screens either side of the stage at the same time as they are spoken – ideal for those who are deaf, hard of hearing or if you’d just like to read along.

Double Sentence Tue 18 May, 7.30pm The Wind in the Willows Sat 11 Dec, 2.30pm & 7.30pm

We are proud to be a part of Scene and Sound. Visit www.sceneandsound.co.uk where you will find access performance listings for other venues.

Thank you. We would like to say a very special thank you to Sarah Gatford Ball and Stef Bell for all that they do to provide and promote access services for Derby LIVE.

Assembly Rooms & Guildhall Theatre

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Both venues are located in Derby’s Market Place (see map).

Parking is available in the Assembly Rooms car park, however spaces are limited, so we advise you to leave plenty of time for finding a space at one of the many other car parks around the city centre (see map, call the Box Office on 01332 255 800 or visit www.derbylive.co.uk for more deatils).

HOW TO FIND US

Derby Theatre Derby Theatre is located on Theatre Walk within Derby Westfield (see map).

Derby LIVE and its venues are located in the centre of Derby, on all major bus routes and 15 minutes walk from the railway station. The venues are signposted on all major road routes.

The most convenient car park is Westfield Basement accessed from Traffic Street. However spaces are limited, so we advise you to leave plenty of time for finding a space at one of the many other car parks around the city centre (see map, call the Box Office on 01332 255 800 or visit www.derbylive.co.uk or www.westfieldderby.co.uk for more details).

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HIRE US

Derby LIVE offers a wide range of facilities available for hire. From small meetings to large scale conferences – we’re happy to cater to your needs.

We’re ideally located in the centre of Derby and the UK, close to the railway station & approximately 20 minutes from the M1. We have an adjoining multi-storey 200 space car park, which can on occasion be booked exclusively for your use, and a good range of quality hotels nearby.

We have four flexible spaces available for hire, as well as large airy foyers and wheelchair access to most of the venue: • Great Hall Our largest space adapts to suit a wide range of activities and has played host to televised snooker events, wedding fairs, AGMs and trade exhibitions • Darwin Suite Accommodates a wide range of smaller events such as trade exhibitions, seminars, presentations and dinner/dances.

• Reception Suite Perfect for meetings/presentations • 45 Suite With a flat floor area and three small bays, lends itself to small boardroom style meetings and recruitment fairs Our professional on-site caterers offer a full catering service - anything from tea & biscuits to a banquet. We offer a day or half day delegate rate and can supply and advise on a wide range of presentation equipment and additional technical requirements. Alternatively, you may wish to organise the whole event yourself and we will give you our full support. Many of our clients return year after year to take advantage of our versatile facilities, helpful staff and professional catering.

Why look anywhere else in Derby when we have it all!

If you or any of your colleagues would like to look round our facilities or you would like to discuss availability please contact Heather Errington on 01332 255443 or email heather.errington@derby.gov.uk

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HOW TO BOOK

Derby LIVE Box Office is open Mon - Sat, 10am - 8pm* Open 1 hour before the show on Sundays & Bank Holidays.

CALL

01332 255 800 CLICK

COME IN

Book online 24hrs a day.

Market Place, Derby DE1 3AH

boxoffice@derby.gov.uk

Theatre Walk, Westfield, Derby DE1 2NF

www.derbylive.co.uk Email us with your query or booking.

CONCESSIONS Concessions are available to under 16s, over 60s, registered unemployed, registered disabled people, and full time students. Proof may be required.

GROUPS Are you a social secretary for a club or special interest group or the office outings organiser, looking for the next project? We offer discounts for groups of 10+ on many of our shows. Register your details with our dedicated Group Booking line on 01332 255 413 to receive regular information on our group booking activities.

GIFT VOUCHERS You can buy or use Derby LIVE Gift Vouchers and National Theatre Tokens at Derby LIVE Box Office. Why not treat someone special - give the gift of theatre!

Assembly Rooms Box Office Derby Theatre Box Office* *Derby Theatre Box Office closes at 6pm when there is no evening performance

PAYMENT We accept cash, cheques (payable to Derby City Council), debit and credit cards (credit cards incur a £1 booking fee). We can post your tickets to you for 50p, time permitting.

RESERVATIONS We can reserve tickets for you for 48 hours.

REFUNDS, RESALES & EXCHANGES Tickets are not refundable unless in the event of a cancelled show. Tickets can be exchanged only for another performance of the same production for a fee of £1.

We can, at our discretion, attempt to resell your tickets for you, however available tickets will take priority before returns are offered for sale.

THE SMALL PRINT • As part of our audience development programme we reserve the right to introduce and withdraw ticket discounts and special offers at any time. Special offers and concessions cannot be used together.

• CONDITIONS OF SALE can be found on the back of your tickets.

• DATA PROTECTION ACT 1998 FAIR PROCESSING NOTICE All personal information provided will be held electronically and treated in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998. It will only be used to provide you with tickets or information on your chosen shows or events. We will only share your details with similar organisations outside Derby City Council for the promotion of events or entertainment, and we will only add you to our marketing list to receive information on future events or entertainment if we have your verbal or written consent. You can withdraw this at any time. Please contact the Council’s Data Protection Officer at the Council House for further details on the information we hold or on the Data Protection Act 1998.

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KEEP IN TOUCH

KEEPING UP TO DATE Join our mailing list and we promise to keep you up to date with the latest news from Derby LIVE. We can send you brochures, and regular email updates - we’ll even send you exclusive special offers from time to time. To sign up or update your details call Box Office on 01332 255800 or join online at www.derbylive.co.uk

CONTACT US We’d love to hear from you whether it’s to tell us about your experience at Derby LIVE (good or bad!), what you thought of a show or if you have an idea or suggestion about something we could improve at Derby LIVE.

Mail:

Derby LIVE Assembly Rooms Market Place Derby DE1 3AH

Email:

derbylive@derby.gov.uk

Phone:

01332 255 800

www.derbylive.co.uk Our website is packed full of information about all things Derby LIVE. There are even more images and videos to accompany show information and help you make your choice.

Take a look now - and don’t forget you can book online too!

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APRIL Fri 16 D Bahok 7.30pm Sat 17 D Bahok 7.30pm Mon 19 T The Graduate 7.30pm Tue 20 T The Graduate 7.30pm Wed 21 T The Graduate 2.30pm

T The Graduate 7.30pm BSL Fri 23 T Journey’s End 7.30pm Sat 24 T Journey’s End 2pm

T Journey’s End 7.30pm Thu 29 T Popstar the Musical 8pm Fri 30 T Popstar the Musical 8pm

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MAY Sat 1 F The Bubblepops: Pop for Tots Party 1pm AR p11

F The Bubblepops: Pop for Tots Party 4pm AR p11

T Popstar the Musical 5pm DT p10

T Popstar the Musical 8pm DT p10 Fri 7 T Broken Hearted 7.30pm P DT p12

C Jimmy Carr: Rapier Wit 8pm D AR p11 Sat 8 M Black Dyke Band 7.30pm D AR p14

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm P DT p12 Sun 9 M Beyond the Barricade 7.30pm D AR p14 Mon 10 T Broken Hearted 7.30pm P DT p12 Tue 11 T Broken Hearted 7.30pm PN DT p12 Wed 12 M The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain 7.30pm D AR p14

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

C Andrew Maxwell 8pm AR p15 Thu 13 T Knife Edge 1pm GH p16

T Knife Edge 7.30pm GH p16

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

M Marty Wilde & The Wildcats 8pm D AR p15

M Sleeping Dogz 8pm AR p15 Fri 14 E Mark Beaumont 7.30pm AR p16

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

T The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde 7.30pm GH p17 Sat 15 T Broken Hearted 2.30pm DT p12

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12 Sun 16 F How The Koala Learnt to Hug 3pm GH p18

M Halle Orchestra 7.30pm D AR p17 Tue 18 T Double Sentence 7.30pm BSL CAP GH p18

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

C Jim Davidson 7.30pm D AR p19

Wed 19 T Broken Hearted 2.30pm DT p12

E Snooker Legends 7.15pm D AR p19

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12 Thu 20 E An Evening with Blowers 7.30pm GH p20

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12 Fri 21 T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

M Guildhall Folk 8pm GH p20 Sat 22 T Broken Hearted 2.30pm BSL DT p12

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

D The Princess of Persia 8pm GH p21 Sun 23 M Lesley Garrett 7.30pm D AR p21 Tue 25 T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

C Lucy Porter: Fools Gold 8pm AR p22 Wed 26 T Broken Hearted 2.30pm DT p12 Broken Hearted 7.30pm AD DT p12 Thu 27 M Po’Girl & JT Nero 8pm AR p22

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm PSD BSL DT p12

C An Evening with Gervase Phinn 7.30pm D AR p23 Fri 28 T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

E John Cooper Clarke & Frank Sidebottom 8pm AR p23 Sat 29 M Every Second: The 1st Derby Jazz Biennale 1pm AR p24

T Broken Hearted 2.30pm AD DT p12

T Broken Hearted 7.30pm DT p12

T Is That a Bolt in Your Neck? 7.30pm GH p23 Sun 30 M Every Second: The 1st Derby Jazz Biennale 1pm AR p24

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F Noddy in Toyland 3pm AR p26 F Noddy in Toyland 11am AR p26 F Noddy in Toyland 2pm BSL AR p26 T Heartbreak Beautiful 7.30pm DT p26 F Looking for the Rainbow 11am AR p27 F Looking for the Rainbow 1pm AR p27 T Heartbreak Beautiful 1.30pm DT p26 T Heartbreak Beautiful 7.30pm DT p26 T That’s Entertainment 7.30pm GH p27 E Graduate Fashion Show 1.30pm AR p28 E Graduate Fashion Show 7.30pm AR p28 T Heartbreak Beautiful 7.30pm DT p26 T Heartbreak Beautiful 2.30pm DT p26 C Ken Dodd 7pm D AR p28 T Heartbreak Beautiful 7.30pm DT p26 M Martin Stephenson 8pm AR p29 E The Big One at Chaddesden Park from 11.30am CP p29

Mon 7 T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 7.30pm D AR p30 Tue 8 T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 1.30pm AR p30

T Bizet’s Carmen 6.30pm, main feature from 7pm MP p29

T Our House 7.30pm DT p32

T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 7.30pm D AR p30 Wed 9 T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 1.30pm AR p30

T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 7.30pm D AR p30

T Our House 7.30pm DT p32 Thu 10 T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 1.30pm AR p30

T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 7.30pm D AR p30

T Our House 7.30pm DT p32 Fri 11 T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 5pm BSL AR p30

T Our House 7.30pm DT p32

D Heat is On 7.30pm GH p32

T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 8pm D AR p30 Sat 12 T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 2pm AR p30

T Our House 2.30pm DT p32

T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 5pm AR p30

T Our House 7.30pm DT p32

T Heat is On 7.30pm GH p32

T Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat 8pm D AR p30 Sun 13 F Show Me Chris & Pui 11am AR p32

F Show Me Chris & Pui 2pm AR p32 Tue 15 T A Midsummer Night’s Dream 7.30pm DT p36 Wed 16 V We’ll Meet Again 2.30pm AR p33

F The Wizard of Oz 7.15pm GH p33

T A Midsummer Night’s Dream 7.30pm DT p36 Thu 17 F The Wizard of Oz 7.15pm GH p33

M Jane McDonald 7.30pm D AR p34

T A Midsummer Night’s Dream 7.30pm DT p36 Fri 18 T A Midsummer Night’s Dream 5pm DT p36

F The Wizard of Oz 7.15pm GH p33 Sat 19 M Evolution from 2pm AR p35

F The Wizard of Oz 2.15pm GH p33

F The Wizard of Oz 7.15pm

M Memphis King: Elvis on Tour 7.30pm D

T A Midsummer Night’s Dream 7.30pm Tue 22 M Floratorio: Schools Performance 1pm

M Floratorio 7pm Wed 23 T Cranford the Musical 7.30pm PN Thu 24 T Cranford the Musical 7.30pm BSL Fri 25 T Cranford the Musical 7.30pm

M Made in Britain 7.30pm D Sat 26 T Cranford the Musical 2.30pm

T Cranford the Musical 7.30pm AD Sun 27 E Tony Stockwell 7.30pm

M Five Star Swing 7.30pm Mon 28 T Girls Night 7.30pm D Tue 29 T Girls Night 7.30pm D

T Stepping Out 7.30pm Wed 30 T Stepping Out 2.30pm

T Stepping Out 7.30pm

GH p33 AR p34 DT p36 AR p35 AR p35 DT p37 DT p37 DT p37 AR p38 DT p37 DT p37 DT p38 GH p38 AR p39 AR p39 DT p40 DT p40 DT p40

JULY

P77

Thu 1 T Stepping Out 7.30pm DT p40 Fri 2 T Stepping Out 5pm DT p40

T Stepping Out 8.30pm DT p40

D Danny Rodgers Band 7.30pm D AR p41 Sat 3 D Funny Bones 11am AR p41

D Funny Bones 2pm AR p41

T Stepping Out 2.30pm BSL DT p40

T Stepping Out 7.30pm DT p40

D Middle East Meets Moulin Rouge 7.30pm GH p41 Wed 7 E Camra Derby 33rd Summer Beer Festival 6.30pm - 11pm AR p42

E Germaine Greer 7.30pm DT p42

V The Sensational Seventies 7.30pm GH p43 Thu 8 E Camra Derby 33rd Summer Beer Festival 11.30am - 11pm AR p42

M Buddy Holly and The Cricketers 7.30pm DT p43

V The Sensational Seventies 7.30pm GH p43 Fri 9 E Camra Derby 33rd Summer Beer Festival 11.30pm - 11pm AR p42

V The Sensational Seventies 7.30pm GH p43 Sat 10 E Camra Derby 33rd Summer Beer Festival 11.30pm - 11pm AR p42

V The Sensational Seventies 7.30pm GH p43 Sun 11 E Camra Derby 33rd Summer Beer Festival 12 noon - 2.30pm AR p42 Mon 12 T Mum’s the Word 7.30pm DT p44 Tue 13 T Mum’s the Word 7.30pm DT p44

V Fame Factor: The Heats 7.30pm BSL AR p45 Wed 14 T Mum’s the Word 2.30pm DT p44

T Mum’s the Word 7.30pm DT p44

V Fame Factor: The Heats 7.30pm BSL AR p45 Fri 16 M Voice of the Heart: Karen Carpenter 7.30pm DT p46 Sat 17 E Tattoo, Body Art & Music Festival 12noon - 11pm AR p46

E The 2010 Eagle Awards 7.30pm DT p47 Sun 18 E Tattoo, Body Art & Music Festival 12noon - 8pm AR p46 Wed 21 T Wonderland 7.15pm GH p47 Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48 Thu 22 T Wonderland 7.15pm GH p47 Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48 Fri 23 T Wonderland 7.15pm GH p47 Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48

M The Drifters in Concert 7.30pm D AR p47 Sat 24 T Wonderland 2pm GH p47 Educating Rita 2.30pm DT p48

T Wonderland 7.15pm GH p47 Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48

M Grimethrorpe Colliery Band 7.30pm D AR p49 Tue 27 F Postman Pat 1pm AR p49

F Postman Pat 3.30pm BSL AR p49

T Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48 Wed 28 T Educating Rita 2.30pm DT p48

T Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48 Thu 29 T Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48 Fri 30 T Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48

V Fame Factor: The Final 7.30pm BSL AR p49 Sat 31 E Delicious Burlesque 2pm - 2am AR p50

T Educating Rita 2.30pm DT p48

T Educating Rita 7.30pm DT p48

P78

AUGUST Thu 5 Abba Mania 7.30pm Fri 6 Abba Mania 7.30pm BSL

AR p50 AR p50

SEPTEMBER Sun 5 E The Darley Park Concert from 6pm Thu 9 T Onassis 7.30pm P Fri 10 T Onassis 7.30pm P Sat 11 T Onassis 2.30pm P

T Onassis 7.30pm P Mon 13 T Onassis 7.30pm P Tue 14 T Onassis 7.30pm PN Wed 15 T Onassis 2.30pm

T Onassis 7.30pm Thu 16 T Onassis 7.30pm Fri 17 T Onassis 7.30pm Sat 18 T Onassis 2.30pm

T Onassis 7.30pm Mon 20 T Onassis 7.30pm Tue 21 T Onassis 7.30pm Wed 22 T Onassis 2.30pm

T Onassis 7.30pm AD Thu 23 T Onassis 7.30pm PSD BSL Fri 24 E Derby Feste

T Onassis 7.30pm Sat 25 E Derby Feste

T Onassis 2.30pm BSL AD

T Onassis 7.30pm Sun 26 E Derby Feste

DP p52 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 DT p54 CC p52 DT p54 CC p52 DT p54 DT p54 CC p52

OCTOBER Fri 1 M Derby Traditional Music and Arts Festival from 6.30pm Sat 2 M Derby Traditional Music and Arts Festival from 10am Sun 3 M Derby Traditional Music and Arts Festival from 10am Thu 7 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm P Fri 8 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm P Sat 9 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm P Mon 11 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm P Tue 12 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm PN Wed 13 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm Thu 14 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm Fri 15 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm Sat 16 T Mother Came Too 2.30pm

T Mother Came Too 7.30pm Mon 18 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm Tue 19 T Wife Begins at Forty 7.30pm

T Mother Came Too 7.30pm Wed 20 T Wife Begins at Forty 2.30pm

T Mother Came Too 2.30pm

T Mother Came Too 7.30pm

T Wife Begins at Forty 7.30pm Thu 21 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm

T Wife Begins at Forty 7.30pm Fri 22 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm

T Wife Begins at Forty 7.30pm

AR p53 AR p53 AR p53 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 GH p56 DT p57 GH p56 DT p57 GH p56 GH p56 DT p57 GH p56 DT p57 GH p56 DT p57

Sat 23 T Wife Begins at Forty 2.30pm

T Mother Came Too 2.30pm BSL

T Mother Came Too 7.30pm

T Wife Begins at Forty 7.30pm Mon 25 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm Tue 26 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm

T Teechers 7.30pm Wed 27 T Teechers 2.30pm

T Mother Came Too 2.30pm

T Mother Came Too 7.30pm AD

T Teechers 7.30pm Thu 28 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm PSD BSL

T Teechers 7.30pm Fri 29 T Mother Came Too 7.30pm

T Teechers 7.30pm Sat 30 T Teechers 2.30pm

T Mother Came Too 2.30pm AD

T Mother Came Too 7.30pm

T Teechers 7.30pm BSL

DT p57 GH p56 GH p56 DT p57 GH p56 GH p56 DT p57 DT p57 GH p56 GH p56 DT p57 GH p56 DT p57 GH p56 DT p57 DT p57 GH p56 GH p56 DT p57

NOVEMBER Sat 27 T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm P Mon 29 T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm P Tue 30 T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm P

DT p58 DT p58 DT p58

DECEMBER Wed 1 T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am P

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm PN Thu 2 T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm Fri 3 T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Sat 4 T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Tue 7 T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm Wed 8 T Aladdin 10.15am P

T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am

T Aladdin 2pm P

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm Thu 9 T Aladdin 10.15am P

T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am

T Aladdin 2pm P

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm Fri 10 T Aladdin 10.15am P

T Aladdin 7pm PN

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm BSL Sat 11 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm CAP

T Aladdin 6pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm CAP Sun 12 T Aladdin 2pm

T Aladdin 6pm Tue 14 T Aladdin 10.15am

T Aladdin 2pm BSL

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm Wed 15 T Aladdin 10.15am

T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am

T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willow 2.30pm

DT DT DT DT DT DT DT DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR AR DT AR DT AR DT AR AR AR AR DT AR DT AR DT

p58 p58 p58 p58 p58 p58 p58 p58 p60 p58 p60 p58 p60 p58 p60 p58 p00 p60 p58 p60 p58 p60 p58 p60 p60 p60 p60 p58 p60 p58 p60 p58

P79 Thu 16 T Aladdin 10.15am

T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am

T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willow 2.30pm Fri 17 T Aladdin 10.15am

T Aladdin 7pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Sat 18 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm AD

T Aladdin 6pm BSL

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Sun 19 T Aladdin 2pm

T Aladdin 6pm Tue 21 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm

T Aladdin 7pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Wed 22 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm

T Aladdin 7pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm AD Thu 23 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm BSL

T Aladdin 7pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Fri 24 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 12.30pm

T Aladdin 6pm

T The Wind in The Willows 5.30pm Sun 26 T Aladdin 2pm

T Aladdin 6pm Mon 27 T Aladdin 2pm

T Aladdin 7pm Tue 28 T Aladdin 2pm BSL

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm

T Aladdin 7pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Wed 29 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm

T Aladdin 7pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Thu 30 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm

T Aladdin 7pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Fri 31 T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willows 12.30pm

T Aladdin 6pm

T The Wind in The Willows 5.30pm

AR DT AR DT AR AR DT AR DT AR DT AR AR AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR AR AR AR AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT AR DT

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Thu 6 T Aladdin 10.15am

T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am

T Aladdin 2pm

T The Wind in The Willow 2.30pm Fri 7 T Aladdin 2pm

T Aladdin 7pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Sat 8 T Aladdin 2pm AD BSL

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm

T Aladdin 6pm

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Sun 9 T Aladdin 2pm

T Aladdin 6pm Tue 11 T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm Wed 12 T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm Thu 13 T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am

T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm Fri 14 T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm Sat 15 T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm BSL

T The Wind in The Willows 7.30pm

JANUARY Sun 2

Tue 4

Wed 5

T Aladdin 2pm T Aladdin 6pm T Aladdin 2pm T The Wind in The Willows 2.30pm T Aladdin 7pm AD T Aladdin 10.15am T The Wind in The Willows 10.15am T Aladdin 2pm T The Wind in The Willow 2.30pm

AR AR AR DT AR AR DT AR DT

p60 p60 p60 p58 p60 p60 p58 p60 p58

BSL

BSL Signed Performance

AD

Audio Described Performance

CAP

Captioned Performance

PSD

Post Show Discussion

PN

Press Night

P

Preview

D

Pre-show Dining

AR

Assembly Rooms

GH

Guildhall Theatre

DT

Derby Theatre

CP

Chaddesden Park

DP

Darley Park

MP

Market Place

CC

City Centre

Theatre

Dance

Variety

Comedy

Family

Music

Event

AR DT AR DT AR AR DT AR DT AR DT AR AR DT DT DT DT DT DT DT DT

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