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JANUARY 1

february

National Theatre WAR HORSE 22 Jan to 15 Feb (p6) FESTIVAL Theatre

The Singing Kettle MAGIC WISHING WELL 26 Jan (p8) KING’S Theatre

BRITISH DANCE EDITION 30, 31 Jan & 2 Feb (p9)

The Buddy Holly Musical BUDDY 10 to 15 Feb (p10)

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february

Scottish Opera DON PASQUALE 18, 20 & 22 Feb (p12) festival Theatre

Alfred Hitchcock’s DIAL M FOR MURDER 18 to 22 Feb (p11) King’s Theatre

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN 25 Feb to 15 Mar (p14)

Southern Light BRIGADOON 26 Feb to 1 Mar (p16) King’s Theatre

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March

Allan Stewart’s BIG BIG VARIETY SHOW 5 to 8 Mar (p17) King’s Theatre

QUARTET 6 Mar (p26) THE STUDIO

Denise Van Outen SOME GIRL I USED TO KNOW DOROTHY PAUL 10 to 12 Mar (p18) 15 Mar (p19) King’s Theatre

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March

BRENDAN COLE Licence to Thrill 17 Mar (p19) festival Theatre

ETERNAL LOVE 18 to 22 Mar (p20) King’s Theatre

Northern Ballet cinderella 20 to 22 Mar (p22)

Agatha Christie’s BLACK COFFEE 24 to 29 Mar (p21)

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King’s Theatre APRIL

Robin Cousins’ ICE 26 to 30 Mar (p24) festival Theatre

Errol White Company IAM 27 Mar (p23) THE STUDIO

WENDY HOOSE 29 Mar (p26) THE STUDIO

Compagnie Kafig BOXE BOXE 1 & 2 Apr (p23) festival Theatre

Cover: Singin’ in the Rain (p14) | Image credit Hugo Glendinning

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April 2

Edgas PRINCESS IDA 1 to 5 Apr (p25) King’s Theatre

UNDER THE MULBERRY TREE 3 to 12 Apr (p25) THE STUDIO

Scottish Opera MACBETH 8 & 10 Apr (p13)

CHRISTY MOORE & Declan Sinnott 10 Apr (p28)

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PEPPA PIG’S BIG SPLASH 12 & 13 Apr (p29) King’s Theatre

JAMES BLUNT 14 Apr (p28) festival Theatre

PUPPET ANIMATION FESTIVAL 14 to 19 Apr (p27)

PROPELLER A Midsummer Night’s Dream & The Comedy of Errors 16 to 19 Apr (p30)

the studio

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April

Matthew Bourne’s SWAN LAKE 22 to 26 Apr (p31) festival Theatre

SCOoBY DOO The Mystery of the Pyramid 24 to 27 Apr (p29) King’s Theatre

BRASSED OFF 29 Apr to 3 May (p32)

John Byrne’s UNCLE VARICK 7 to 10 May (p33) King’s Theatre

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may

Scottish Opera MADAMA BUTTERFLY 8, 11, 13, 15 & 17 May (p13) festival Theatre

HAPPY DAYS THE MUSICAL 12 to 17 May (p35) King’s Theatre

IAN ANDERSON 18 May (p28)

Edinburgh College CROSS CURRENTS 2014 21 May (p34)

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may

Scottish Ballet ROMEO & JULIET 21 to 24 May (p36) festival Theatre

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A SLOW AIR 22 to 24 May (p37) King’s Theatre

HETTY FEATHER 27 to 31 May (p37) King’s Theatre

AVENUE Q 10 to 14 Jun (p38) King’s Theatre

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PILRIG PARK Going for Gold 13 Jun (p39)

Edinburgh Choreographic MGA Project ROYSTON MALDOOM THE ADDAMS FAMILY 14 Jun (p26) 27 & 28 Jun (p39)

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july

september

CAITLIN MORAN 11 Jul (p40)

balletLorent RAPUNZEL 19 & 20 Sep (p40)

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september

october

REGENERATION 30 Sep to 4 Oct (p42)

Scottish Ballet the Crucile with Ten poems 3 & 4 Oct (p43)

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The Marc Bolan Musical 20TH CENTURY BOY 22 to 27 Sep (p41) King’s Theatre

Irving Berlin’s TOP HAT 7 to18 Oct (p44) festival Theatre

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SUNSET SONG 7 to 11 Oct (p46) King’s Theatre

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ROSS NOBLE 27 & 28 Sep (p28) festival Theatre

CHARLIE AND LOLA’s Extremely New Play 18 & 19 Oct (p43) King’s Theatre november

John Byrne’s THE THREE SISTERS 21 to 25 Oct (p47) King’s Theatre

Agatha Christie’s the MOUSETRAP 27 Oct to 1 Nov (p48) King’s Theatre

november

An Evening of tribute to PATSY CLINE 9 Nov (p50)

The Singing Kettle FANTASTIC FUNFAIR 15 Jun (p8)

GRUPO CORPO 4 & 5 Nov (p49) festival Theatre December

EDINBURGH GANG SHOW 18 to 22 Nov (p50) King’s Theatre

King’s Panto ALADDIN 29 Nov to 18 Jan (p52) King’s Theatre

Scottish Ballet the NUTCRACKER 13 Dec to 3 Jan (p54) festival Theatre

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celebrating WHAT A SITE

The Empire Palace Theatre, Nicolson Street

The Festival Theatre stands on Edinburgh’s longest continuous theatre site, dating as far back as 1830, before, most famously, becoming the beloved Empire Palace Theatre in 1892.

Over a century of famous acts trod the boards at the Empire - from Charlie Chaplin, Laurel and Hardy and Judy Garland, to Morecombe and Wise, David Bowie and Marc Bolan – before it became a Bingo Hall in 1963.

OPENING ACT

The Krankies

The Festival Theatre reopened in 1994 (refurbished and rebuilt with a glorious curving glass frontage) for the first ever performance, starring The Krankies.

“When we were asked to close the bill at the opening of the Festival Theatre, It was more exciting than our first Royal Variety Show at the London Palladium!

We kept thinking of all the great names that had trod the boards of The Empire. We were treading on the same stage as some of the greatest names in past show-business – what an honour.”

Ian and Janette Krankie

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20 YEARS OF SUCCESS

Her Majesty The Queen on stage, Royal Variety 2003

Over the past two decades, some of the world’s most renowned companies have performed at the Festival Theatre, including Glyndebourne, the RSC and Kirov Ballet, and famous faces have continued to grace the stage. Stars include Luciano Pavarotti, Dame Edna, Sir Roger Moore, Ricky Gervais and even the Queen herself when, in 2003, the Festival Theatre hosted the first ever Royal Variety Performance to be held in Scotland.

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CELEBRATING IN STYLE

War Horse

2014 marks the 20th Anniversary of

Edinburgh’s prestigious Festival Theatre

Singin’ in the Rain

We begin and end our 20th Anniversary year in theatrical style: National Theatre’s War Horse kick-starts proceedings with its first, and only, Scottish visit in January, and we welcome Scottish Ballet as this year’s Christmas show with their hotly-anticipated reimagining of Peter Darrell’s The Nutcracker.

Expect more thrills along the way, including West End musicals, Singin’ in the Rain and Top Hat, the return of Matthew Bourne’s career-defining Swan Lake, Northern Ballet’s much-lauded A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Scottish Opera’s exquisite Madama Butterfly.

“Our annual visit is always a highlight of our tour” Mark Skipper, Chief Executive of Northern Ballet

PUTTING THE ‘FESTIVAL’ IN THEATRE

Sir Sean Connery, Edinburgh International Film Festival 2010

The Festival Theatre operates as Scotland’s largest cinema during Edinburgh International Film Festival, and plays host to Edinburgh Jazz & Blues Festival and Edinburgh International Festival in the summer. In 2013 a state-of-the-art new Studio space was added, which welcomes festival partners including Imaginate, Puppet Animation Festival and The Fringe, meaning the venue truly deserves its name.

“There is always a great atmosphere running through the whole building from front door to stage door.”

Alex Reedijk, General Director of Scottish Opera

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MAKE YOUR MARK

Barry Humphries dedicating a seat at his 2013 Farewell Tour

To celebrate a superb 20 years, we’re offering you the chance to Dedicate a Seat at the Festival Theatre.

For £300 (or £500 a pair) you could have your own personal message engraved on a beautiful brass plaque on a seat in the auditorium.

Commemorate a loved one, celebrate a special occasion, or simply to demonstrate your love of the theatre.

MORE INFO edtheatres.com/dedications or call Lucy Clement on 0131 622 80877

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‘An Entertainment Phenomenon’

Daily Telegraph

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The acclaimed NationalTheatre production of

“So exhilarating that it makes you rejoice to be alive” The Times

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“A landmark theatre event” Time Magazine

“ We are extremely proud to have

National Theatre’s War Horse - one of the biggest shows ever to visit the Festival Theatre - to open our 20th Anniversary celebrations. ”

Based on the beloved novel by Michael Morpurgo u Adapted by Nick Stafford In association with the award-winning Handspring Puppet Company

Duncan Hendry, Chief Executive of Festival and King’s Theatres celebrating

Wed 22 January to Sat 15 February 2014

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War Horse tells the powerful and uplifting story of young Albert, his beloved horse Joey, and the unimaginable obstacles they overcome both individually and together.

At the heart of the show are life-sized puppets which bring breathing, galloping, charging horses to thrilling life on stage.

Filled with stirring music and some of the most innovative stagecraft of our time, War Horse is a remarkable tale of courage, loyalty and friendship, and an unforgettable theatrical experience. .............................................................................................................................................

Tickets from £65 - £20 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Friends 20% off Opening Night (limited availability) Groups (20+) £2.50 off top 3 price bands (Mon/Tue eves) Excl. Premium Seats & no booking fees* (see p67)

Over 60s £3 off (Mon to Thu) Excl. Premium Seats. Subject to availability.

Under 18s £5 off top 3 price bands (Mon to Thu) Excl. Premium Seats.

Subject to availability.

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FREE Post-show Q&A Thu 6 Feb evening (see p57) workshop events (see p57)

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Recommended Age 10+

contains themes of war which may be unsuitable for young children

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Sat 8 Feb 2.30pm Touch Tour 12.30pm

CAP Thu 30 Jan 7.30pm

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10+ love DRAMA drama Wed 22 Jan Thu 23 Jan 2.30pm Fri 24 Jan 2.30pm Sat 25 Jan 2.30pm Mon 27 Jan Tue 28 Jan Wed 29 Jan Thu 30 Jan 2.30pm Fri 31 Jan Sat 01 Feb 2.30pm Mon 03 Feb Tue 04 Feb Wed 05 Feb Thu 06 Feb 2.30pm Fri 07 Feb Sat 08 Feb 2.30pm Mon 10 Feb Tue 11 Feb Wed 12 Feb Thu 13 Feb 2.30pm Fri 14 Feb Sat 15 Feb 2.30pm

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Sun 26 January 2014

Sun 15 June 2014

Matinees 12pm & 3pm

Matinees 12pm & 3pm

The Singing Kettle will be at their brilliant best for this sensational new show, overflowing with superb audience participation, amazing costumes and lots and lots of non-stop fun.

Roll up, roll up for The Singing Kettle’s most amazing adventure yet! Set in the neon-coloured world of Big Wheels, Merry-go-Rounds and Helter Skelters, Anya, Kevin and Gary take a trip round the Fantastic Funfair. There are thrills and spills with games like Hook the Rubber Duck and Test o’ Strength to win very special prizes.

Join Anya, Kevin and Gary in search of the Magic Wishing Well. Sing along with favourite songs, including Quartermaster’s Store, Burping Bears and Coulter’s Candy, as well as surprises from start to finish. Wear your favourite hat and bring a bucket for the well.

Packed with audience participation, colourful costumes, crazy characters and lots of surprises. Dress in bright colours!

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Tickets from £13.50 in person at Box Office

Tickets from £13 in person at Box Office

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Friends 20% off Family Saver £50 (4 tickets, max 2 adults) Groups (8+) £10 tickets. 1 FREE with 10 paid for

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Friends 20% off Family Saver £48 (4 tickets, max 2 adults) Groups (8+) £10 tickets. 1 FREE with 10 paid for

& no booking fees* (see p67)

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& no booking fees* (see p67)

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Babes In Arms Limited free places for babies under 12 months (see p67)

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Scottish Dance Theatre | Photo Maria Falconer

Avante Garde Dance | Photo Irven Lewis

Hofesh Shechter Company | Photo Jake Walters

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£27.50 £12 in person - £14 in at person Box Office at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Concessions £3 off Akram Khan Company: Excl.

Opening Night & Fri/SatiTMOi eves

Thu 30 Jan 8.30pm .............................................................................

Theatre Scottish Dance Talk Theatre: Wed 2 Winter, Oct 6.15pm Again/ p32) The Black Album Tickets Avant Garde £5 (see Dance:

Fri 31 Jan 6.30pm

Hofesh Shechter Company: Sun / Casson & Friends: The Dance WE Made

Sun 2 Feb 4pm

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Sat 5 Oct 2.30pm Touch Tour 1.30pm

CAP Thu 3 Oct 7.30pm KING’S theatre

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Akram Khan Company | Photo Jean-Louis Fernandez

Thu 30, Fri 31 January & Sun 2 February 2014 Thu 8.30pm | Fri 6.30pm | Sun 4pm British Dance Edition 2014 brings hundreds of dance industry experts to Scotland to see established dance companies join exciting new artists in a programme that captures the diversity and vitality of dance in Britain today. Join us for this rare opportunity to see award-winning talent ahead of national and international tours. iTMOi (in the mind of igor) is Akram Khan’s latest full-length ensemble piece, celebrating the centenary of Stravinsky’s legendary Rite of Spring. With an original score and a cast of 11 dancers, iTMOi creates a world where beauty and ugliness are ruptured to reveal how closely they interrelate with each other.

Scottish Dance Theatre presents Jo Strømgren’s dark, Norwegian Winter, Again, shown alongside the soulful hip-hop choreography of The Black Album by Avant Garde Dance.

Rounding off this magnificent celebration of dance is Hofesh Shechter Company with Sun, where dancing bright light emerges from an emotive and often angry world, followed by a short film and solo performance from Casson & Friends.

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THE WEST END HIT MUSICAL

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£29.50 - £14 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Friends 2 for 1 Opening Night or 20%

off other shows Groups (8+) £3 off (Stalls & Dress) & no booking fees* (see p67)

Concessions £3 off Excl. Opening Night & Fri/Sat eves

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“The show you will never forget” Daily Mail Mon 10 to Sat 15 February 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm Forget feel good, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is feel great!

Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a cast of phenomenally talented actors and musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his meteoric rise to fame, to his final legendary performance at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa.

Featuring two terrific hours of some of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb!

“ This show is an absolute must. If you haven’t seen the brilliant musical Buddy yet, buy your ticket now!” The Sun .............................................................................

Sat 15 Feb 2.30pm Touch Tour 1.30pm

CAP Thu 13 Feb 7.30pm

“Joyous! I love this show” Sunday Express “A gem of a musical” Daily Express

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FIERY ANGEL in association with WEST YORKSHIRE PLAYHOUSE and MERCURY THEATRE COLCHESTER presents

When murder calls… hang up.

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£29.50 - £14 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Friends 2 for 1 Opening Night or 20%

off other shows Groups (8+) £3 off (Stalls & Dress) & no booking fees* (see p67)

Concessions £3 off Excl. Opening Night & Fri/Sat eves

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Theatre Talk Wed 19 Feb 6.15pm Book via Box Office (see p56)

Tue 18 to Sat 22 February 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm Frederick Knott’s intense and darkly gripping thriller, Dial M for Murder, famously filmed by Alfred Hitchcock, is given new life in this stunning production, starring Christopher Timothy (All Creatures Great and Small) as Inspector Hubbard.

Tony is convinced his wife is having an affair. We watch mesmerised at Tony’s precision in planning what must surely be the perfect murder… until it falters in the most unexpected way. Claustrophobic and frightening, Lucy Bailey’s exciting new production reclaims this brilliant and erotic tale of betrayal, passion and ultimately, murder.

Hot off the heels of her brilliant reimagining of The Winter’s Tale for The Royal Shakespeare Company, Lucy Bailey returns to Edinburgh with this gripping thriller.

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Sat 22 Feb 2.30pm Touch Tour 1.30pm

CAP Thu 20 Feb 7.30pm KING’S theatre

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“ Dial M for Marvellous” Daily Telegraph “Icily elegant - as stylish as it is unsettling” The Times

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New production

love opera Tickets Don Pasquale & Madama Butterfly from £78 - £17.50 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Macbeth from £29.50 - £15 in person at Box Office Booking feefrom applies for online & phone bookings* Tickets (see p67) - £14 in person at Box Office £27.50 ............................................................................

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* Friends (see p67) £3 off Excl.

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Groups (Stalls & Dress)or 20% 2 for£61 off Opening Night Friends(8+)

& bookingshows fees* (see p67) offnoother

Concessions £3off off(Stalls & Dress) Groups (8+) £3 Excl.

Sat evefees* (see p67) & no booking Under 26’s £10 Concessions £3any off seat ValidOpening ID required Excl.

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FREE Pre-Show Talks Theatre Talk Wed 2 Oct 6.15pm

Don Pasquale p32) 22 Feb 6pm Tickets £5 (see Sat Madama Butterfly Sat 17 May 6pm Book via Box Office (see p56)

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Don Pasquale Wed 19 Feb 6pm Madama Butterfly Fri 9 May 6pm .............................................................................

Book via Box Office (see p56)

Sat 5 Oct 2.30pm

Touch Tour 1.30pm

CAP Thu 3 Oct 7.30pm festival theatre

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Sung in Italian with English supertitles

Tue 18, Thu 20 & Sat 22 February 2014 Evenings 7.15pm Don Pasquale, a reclusive old man with a penchant for cats, runs a crumbling pensione with only a chain-smoking chambermaid, a greasy cook and an ancient porter for company. Determined to keep his wealth from his scheming nephew, Pasquale searches for a wife. But when he finds one, being married isn’t quite as straightforward as he expected…

Set in Rome at the cusp of the swinging sixties, it’s the perfect setting for a titanic clash of the generations.

Director Renaud Doucet and designer André Barbe (Manon 2009) bring Donizetti’s quick-witted, comic masterpiece to life with their typically colourful and quirky style.

Sat 22 Feb 7.15pm Touch Tour 6pm

“ Every one of us here at Scottish Opera is a big fan of the Festival Theatre because of the dedication and skill of the employees, and the supportive audiences who turn out to see us, in ever increasing numbers. Warmest congratulations on all your successes over the last 20 years, and here’s to the next two decades!”

Alex Reedijk, General Director of Scottish Opera

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Verdi’s

Macbeth

Puccini’s

Madama Butterfly

Extra BLURB

Supported by Lord and Lady Laidlaw

Revival of the 2005 production

Revival of the 2000 production

Sung in English

Sung in Italian with English supertitles

Tue 8 & Thu 10 April 2014

Thu 8, Sun 11, Tue 13, Thu 15 & Sat 17 May 2014

Evenings 7.15pm Dominic Hill, Artistic Director of the Citizens Theatre, revives his brooding, atmospheric Macbeth in celebration of the 2014 Year of Homecoming. Inspired by events in the war-torn Balkans, Hill’s production is at once contemporary and ageless; a world of camouflage-clad leaders and grungy, chainsmoking witches, where power is all, but it comes at a price.

Unsettling and full of tension, the drama of Shakespeare’s play is underlined by the brilliance of Verdi’s score, here performed by chamber orchestra. Desperate and furious, at times ethereal and visionary, Verdi’s music becomes even more immediate in this intimate setting, the tragedy even more intense.

Tue, Thu & Sat 7.15pm | Matinee Sun 4pm Classic, timeless and stylish, Sir David McVicar’s Madama Butterfly has been a firm favourite since it was first staged in 2000.

Forgoing sentimentality to create a rich cast of characters with unflinchingly human characteristics, his production lays bare a hugely atmospheric, poignant story that still has the power to affect, over a century after it was first performed.

Puccini’s sense of drama is second to none and Butterfly sees him doing what he does best – painting beautifully exotic pictures in sound that are dramatic, often hauntingly lyrical, and full of emotion. .........................................................................................................

Sat 17 May 7.15pm Touch Tour 6pm

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Image by Manuel Harlan of the UK touring production

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Tue 25 February to Sat 15 March 2014 Direct from the West End, this critically acclaimed production of Singin’ in the Rain is a smash hit with critics and audiences alike.

It tells the story of the first Hollywood musical, when the silver screen found its voice and left silent movies - and some of its stars – behind.

This spectacular show is packed full of the charm, romance, comedy and tinseltown glamour of one the world’s best-loved movies, and features all the songs from the glorious MGM score including Good Morning, Make ‘em Laugh, Moses Supposes and the classic Singin’ in the Rain.

Tue 25 Feb 7.30pm Wed 26 Feb 7.30pm Thu 27 Feb 2.30pm 7.30pm Fri 28 Feb 7.30pm Sat 01 Mar 2.30pm 7.30pm Mon 03 Mar 7.30pm Tue 04 Mar 7.30pm Wed 05 Mar 7.30pm Thu 06 Mar 2.30pm 7.30pm Fri 07 Mar 7.30pm Sat 08 Mar 2.30pm 7.30pm Mon 10 Mar 7.30pm Tue 11 Mar 7.30pm Wed 12 Mar 7.30pm Thu 13 Mar 2.30pm 7.30pm Fri 14 Mar 7.30pm Sat 15 Mar 2.30pm 7.30pm

“ What better way to celebrate than

to bring this much-loved classic to the Festival Theatre in its 20th year. Singin’ in the Rain guarantees to make a splash with Edinburgh audiences in this most glorious year for your theatre! ”

Screen star Maxwell Caulfield plays studio boss R F Simpson and Steps & West End leading lady Faye Tozer is the ‘uniquely voiced’ starlet Lina Lamont. Full of high energy choreography and sumptuous set design, Singin’ in the Rain showers you with everything you could wish for in a hit musical.

Fiona Pearce, Commercial Director of Stage Entertainment

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Blue Shows from £50 - £22.50 in person at Box Office

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Red Shows from £45 - £17.50 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Friends 2 for 1 on Wed 26 Feb or 20% off all other shows Excl. Fri & Sat Groups (8+) £5 off Mon to Thu & £3 off Fri & Sat (Stalls & Dress) & no booking fees* (see p67) Concessions £3 off (Excl. Opening Night & Fri /Sat)

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CAP Sat 1 Mar 2.30pm & Thu 6 Mar 7.30pm

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DID YOU KNOW THAT WE’RE A CHARITY?

Ticket sales alone are not enough to cover the costs of running the Festival & King’s Theatres.

Music by Frederick Loewe Libretto and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner Dances originally staged by Agnes de Mille By arrangement with Warner/Chappell Music Ltd Administered by Boosey & Hawkes

love MUSIC Wed 26 February to Sat 1 March 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinee Sat 2.30pm In the misty Highlands of Scotland, many years ago, two American hunters set out on an unforgettable adventure. The village of Brigadoon comes to life just one day every hundred years, but one day is all it takes for Tommy to fall in love with the local lass Fiona.

Charming and inspired, Brigadoon is one of the most romantic musicals ever written and features classic songs that have become standards including Almost Like Being In Love and Heather on the Hill.

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Tickets from £19 - £15 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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WE CAN DO MORE TOGETHER > Programme MORE access performances > Create MORE outreach projects > Plan MORE education activities > Bring MORE world-class talent to Scotland > Invest MORE in our buildings HOW YOU CAN HELP > Become a Friend > Become a Patron > Make a Donation > Leave a Legacy > Get your Business involved MORE INFO edtheatres.com/support or call Lucy Clement on 0131 622 8087 Scottish Charity Number SC018605 Principal Funder

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12+ Wed 5 to Sat 8 March 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinee Sat 2.30pm The word on the block is that Variety is dead... OH NO IT’S NOT! (Sorry, I thought I was still in panto). Hit TV shows like Britain’s Got Talent have shown that millions of people love variety, and now is your chance to see it live on stage, at my Big Big Variety Show.

My panto pals Grant Stott and Andy Gray will be supporting me onstage for more great laughs, along with my talented friend the ventriloquist Paul Zerdin (who was a huge hit at the Festival last year). The beautiful Tootsie Rollers will be rocking and rolling, local lad Edward Reid (star of Britain’s Got Talent) brings his unique mix of comedy and music, and my baby daughter Kate Stewart, following up her panto debut as Snow White, will perform with her dad. With all the fun we’re going to be having on stage, you’re guaranteed a good time!

I can’t wait to see you at my favourite theatre—the King’s!

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“Van Outen – a bona fide national treasure.””

Daily Mail “ She’s a true star.”

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12+ Mon 10 to Wed 12 March 2014 Evenings 7.30pm Stephanie Canworth has it all. She’s beautiful, has a successful career, a supportive husband and she’s a media darling; life is great. But it takes just one Facebook poke from a blast-fromthe-past and all the old memories start flooding back - candy floss, kisses, first loves and broken hearts - and with the old memories come the old temptations.

Some Girl I Used to Know is a touching and hilarious brand new one-woman musical play featuring a mix tape of songs from the 80s and 90s, including Culture Club and Soft Cell. This romantic comedy stars, and is co-written by, Denise Van Outen, the musical theatre favourite acclaimed for her Broadway and West End roles including Tell Me on a Sunday, Chicago, Legally Blonde and also her appearance on Strictly Come Dancing.

Prepare to laugh and cry as Some Girl I Used to Know takes you on a journey back to a time when hair was big, Stephanie and her friends partied hard and hopes were high. Book your tickets today for this intimate, funny and warm story about life and love, where we’re all still young at heart.

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We’re delighted to welcome the queen of Scottish comedy back with a brand new show.

Join one of Strictly Come Dancing’s most charismatic choreographers and performers for an evening of Ballroom magic and Latin excitement in this live dance extravaganza.

In addition to new stories from familiar characters, audiences get to put questions to Ms Paul who will answer them in her own inimitable style.

The ideal treat for everyone who is a mother, is going to be a mother… or who has a mother!

Brendan and his cast of 20 will take you on a journey of music and dance in this spectacular night of theatre entertainment. With music from across the ages, there will be something for everyone in this sophisticated production set to wow audiences in 2014.

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FREE POST-SHOW Q&A

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Recommended Age 14+

contains scenes of medieval violence

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The Story of Abelard and Heloise Tue 18 to Sat 22 March 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm The same creative team who brought us the vivid and vibrant Anne Boleyn in 2012 now offer a real treat with their next spellbinding tale.

When Abelard begins a wild affair with his brilliant student Heloise, his enemies find the perfect pretext to destroy him. Abelard is already on thin ice with the church over his contentious views and when Heloise bears his child out of wedlock, their affair becomes the scandal of the age.

With its dynamic, contemporary language, stunning costumes and terrific live music, fiery philosophical debate and history burst into life in this energetic, visceral and above all highly entertaining production. Previously titled In Extremis and following a triumphant season at Shakespeare’s Globe, audiences outside of London now get the chance to revel in this funny, passionate and legendary love story.

“ A play for today in medieval costume” The Guardian HHHH

“ A play for today in medieval costume” The Guardian

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Mon 24 to Sat 29 March 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm A quintessential English country estate is thrown into chaos following the murder of eccentric inventor Sir Claud Amory, and the theft of his new earth-shattering formula. Arriving at the estate just moments too late, one man immediately senses a potent brew of despair, treachery, and deception amid the estate’s occupants. That man is Hercule Poirot.

In the first play ever written by Agatha Christie we are introduced to a character who went on to become the most famous detective of all time, and the only fictional character ever to receive a full-page obituary in The New York Times.

Robert Powell is one of the country’s best loved actors. Having received multiple awards and a BAFTA nomination for his portrayal of Jesus in Franco Zefferelli’s Jesus of Nazareth, he went on to star in numerous film hits including The Thirty Nine Steps, Four Feathers and Shaka Zulu, and also featured in several TV series including The Detectives and Holby City. His extensive stage performances include roles in the national tours of Alan Bennett’s Single Spies and Jeffrey Bernard is Unwell before most recently appearing in Singing’ in the Rain in the West End.

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FREE Insight Workshop

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Thu 20 to Sat 22 March 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinee Sat 2.30pm Set in Imperial Russia at a time when superstitious people believe in the possibility of magic, Northern Ballet’s new adaptation of this classic fairytale sees heartbreak turn to joy as the unstoppable power of young love conquers all.

Devastated by the loss of her father, and excluded by her cruel stepmother and sisters, Cinderella finds solace on the frozen lake where she sees her Prince Charming. As romance blossoms, a magical encounter in a marketplace changes Cinderella’s destiny.

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two decades. Our annual visit is always a highlight, working in such a great venue, with hugely supportive audiences and in a wonderful city. We are delighted to bring Cinderella as part of the Festival Theatre 20th Anniversary celebrations, and look forward to the next 20 years.”

Mark Skipper, Chief Executive of Northern Ballet

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DANCE CONSORTIUM presents

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Errol White Company

“Beautifully performed with precisely created movement and an unfaltering attention to synchronisation” The Stage

Thu 27 March 2014

Tue 1 & Wed 2 April 2014

Evening 7.30pm

Evenings 7.30pm

IAM delves into the event that changes everything, a moment in time that has such power and momentum it affects your past and future with an intensity that has no limits.

Devised from a personal place, IAM celebrates the marks we leave on each other as we pass through life.

France’s Compagnie Käfig presents a breathtaking show which fuses the noble art of boxing with dance. With choreography by Artistic Director Mourad Merzouki, and featuring a live onstage string quartet, the brutality and elegance of these contrasting worlds collide in a spinetingling show which packs a knock-out punch.

With speed and eloquence, 7 dancers push against tactile lighting and dynamic soundscapes. Their pathways, activating and revealing moments from their own personal histories, allow each to discover the nature of one another. .........................................................................................................

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8 exceptional dancers blend martial arts, street and contemporary dance to create a stunning, joyful and inventive show. Boxe Boxe is powerful and original dance which will leave you clambering for ringside seats. .........................................................................................................

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“ We’re proud to be part of the Festival

Theatre’s 20th anniversary celebrations and cant wait to put our ICE, and our mark, on such a famous stage. ” Robin Cousins, Olympic Champion and head judge on ITV’s Dancing on Ice celebrating

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Wed 26 to Sun 30 March 2014 Wed to Sat 7.30pm | Thu, Sat & Sun 2.30pm I’m thrilled and excited about bringing the daring and dazzling world of figure skating into the stunning and theatrical setting of the Festival Theatre. I have hand-picked the greatest ice skaters from around the globe, including professionals from Dancing on Ice and the Olympics, to bring my incredible new production to life. ICE will draw you into its unique world, where world-class skaters glide, soar, flip and fly in a truly spectacular way.

Bringing together a hugely talented West End production team, including set and costume designer David Shields (Saturday Night Fever, Strictly Come Dancing UK tour), lighting designer Tim Mitchell (The Sound of Music, Singin’ in the Rain) and sound designer Gareth Owen (Top Hat, Hairspray, Midnight Tango), ICE promises to be an exciting visual feast.

Featuring a powerful soundtrack of original music and reworked modern classics designed to delight and enthral. ICE redefines ice skating for a new generation with a spectacular show, the like of which UK theatres have not seen in 30 years.

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Tue 1 to Sat 5 April 2014

Thu 3 to Sat 12 April 2014 (no show Sun)

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Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Sat 2.30pm

Princess Ida runs a women-only university dedicated to anti-male propaganda. Prince Hilarion (betrothed to Ida in infancy) and two male friends break into the university and disguise themselves as girls in an attempt to win her back. When Hilarion’s father decides to launch a full-scale attack the lady undergraduates are ordered to ‘man’ the barricades. This is Gilbert and Sullivan at the height of their powers. Not to be missed!

Desire, adultery and forbidden love are the key elements in this powerful and deeply shocking new play about the darker side of human relationships and the secrets people hide from each other.

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Written by Edinburgh-based playwright Timothy Jones and directed by award-winning director Hannah Eidinow.

Recommended Age 16+

contains nudity & scenes of a sexual nature

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A place to learn, create and perform.

We warmly welcome festival & arts partners to our new studio Rosalind Masson and Jack Webb

Quartet Thu 6 March 2014 | 7.30pm Idiosyncratic energy meets fluid and dynamic form; a man and woman explore different faces of the same coin. The resulting qualities reflect upon one another and the viewer, resonating to the audience through sound and movement.

“She brings a curving shapeliness to his writhing spasms where limbs thrash out with erupting energies” The Herald love dance Image by Eoin Carey

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Birds of Paradise Theatre Company and Random Accomplice presents

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16+ Wendy Hoose by Johnny McKnight Sat 29 March 2014 | 7.30pm The creative forces of Birds of Paradise & Random Accomplice come together for the first time to bring you a frank and hilarious sex comedy about 2 twenty year olds searching for love in all the wrong places!

Laura and Jake just want sex. No strings attached. But getting your leg over is sometimes more difficult than you think! love drama

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Edinburgh Choreographic Project presents

Royston Maldoom OBE RETROSPECTIVE Sat 14 June 2014 | 8pm Following an extremely successful collaboration in 2013, Edinburgh Choreographic Project presents an evening of modern dance devised by the legendary international choreographer, Royston Maldoom OBE. This evening is inspired by the wonderful contrasting music of some of Maldoom’s favourite composers: Graham Fitkin, Fasil Say, Gustav Mahler and James MacMillan CBE. Tickets from £12 (Concessions £10) in person at Box Office love dance

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Puppet Animation Festival

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Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company

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Norwich Puppet Theatre and Rene Baker

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An Ailie Cohen Puppet Maker / Unicorn co-production

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4+ The Steadfast Tin Soldier Mon 14 April | 2pm (50min) Clockwork toys, hand-carved puppets, live music and atmospheric lighting bring this story vividly alive. Often funny, sometimes sad, this is a spellbinding performance for all ages, asking questions about love, danger, growing older and how extraordinary things can happen in the imagination.

3+ The Little Red Hen Tue 15 April | 2pm (60min) Making bread is hard work, but it would be a lot easier if the lazy farmyard animals got off their reclining sofas and lent a hand. This ingenious adaptation of the early learning classic story features a host of animal puppets, sing-along songs and madcap comic routines. It genuinely is a treat for the whole family.

4-8 The Frog and the Princess Wed 16 April | 2pm (50min) Using a beautiful blend of puppetry and music, this is an entertaining and poignant re-telling of the traditional Frog Prince tale. As the Frog and the Princess undergo an emotional journey, these humorous characters with flaws, foibles and feelings display traits that children will recognise and empathise with.

The Secret Life of Suitcases by Lewis Hetherington and Ailie Cohen 5+ Thu 17 April | 2pm (50min) Larry works at the Suitcase Station. Every day he collects and sorts everyone’s secrets as they arrive from all over the world to keep them all safe. Until one day, a secret escapes - and Larry has to go on a mission to get it back...

7+ The Man Who Planted Trees Fri 18 April | 2pm (65min) This multi-sensory theatrical adaptation of Jean Giono’s environmental classic tells the inspiring story of a shepherd who plants a forest, acorn by acorn, transforming a barren wasteland. This touching tale and hilarious puppet show shows us the difference one man (and his dog!) can make to the world.

5+ Cinderella Sat 19 April | 2pm (46min) Join Puppet Animation Scotland at Cinderella’s ball as we celebrate Puppet Animation Festival’s 30th year. Enjoy Shona Reppe’s magical and much loved retelling of Cinderella, followed by cake for afters. Dress to impress - we’ll be keeping an eye out for any lost glass slippers!

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Famous Faces Christy Moore & Declan Sinnott

Thu 10 April 2014 | 8pm Irish singer-songwriter Christy Moore and musician-producer Declan Sinnott return to play the Festival Theatre for one night only. Over his 40-year career, Christy Moore has made a phenomenal 30 albums and continues to entertain in sold out concerts across the UK and Ireland.

Known for his electric live gigs, together with musical partner, Sinnott, Moore guarantees an emotional night of history, humour and lyricism.

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James Blunt: Moon Landing World Tour

Mon 14 April 2014 | 7.30pm | support until 8.30pm “I am so excited for me and my band to get back on the road and play these new songs live, along with some of the older hits. My fans have never let me down, and there’s nothing better than playing for them at the shows. They have been incredibly supportive of me over the years.”

James Blunt

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IAN ANDERSON in concert

Sun 18 May 2014 | 7.30pm Following the great success of his current Thick as a Brick tour, legendary prog rock icon Ian Anderson comes to Edinburgh with the release of his new concept album. He defines the upcoming record, with a wink, as Folk-Prog-Metal. It will have its debut performances in the UK along with a selection of The Best of Jethro Tull highlights, all set within a theatrical and multimedia production.

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Ross Noble – Tangentleman

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15+ Sat 27 & Sun 28 September 2014 | 8pm The king of improvisational comedy is back! Ross Noble will be showcasing his talent in brand-new UK show, Tangentleman. With an on-stage presence like no other, his exuberance, spontaneity and cerebral style have established him as one of Britain’s best-loved comedians. The master surrealist uses an infinite imagination and plenty of tomfoolery, which are sure to have audiences in fits of laughter.

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Sat 12 & Sun 13 April 2014

Thu 24 to Sun 27 April 2014

Matinees 10am, 1pm & 4pm

Thu 6.30pm | Fri 7pm Sat & Sun 1pm & 4.30pm

The nursery roof is leaking and Peppa and her friends need to fix it - quick! As they set up a fete to raise the money for the repairs, they’ll need your help to make sure everything goes smoothly.

Peppa Pig returns live on stage with super cute puppets and brilliant sing-a-long songs in this brand new show that will brighten your day. So grab your wellies and brollies and get splashing!

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Zoinks! Scooby-Doo and the gang are back by popular demand with more spooky mystery and fun—this time in the Pyramids. The gang have to deal with mysterious mummies plus the wrath of the Pharaoh who will transform anyone who dares to approach the pyramid into stone! With hilarious physical comedy, popular tunes and special effects, the whole family will enjoy this show. Warner Bros’ cartoon classic comes to life!

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Friends 20% off Groups (8+) 10% off Children £4 off

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In association with The Touring Partnership presents

THE COMEDY OF ERRORS

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

By William Shakespeare

By William Shakespeare

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Wed 16 to Sat 19 April 2014 A Midsummer Night’s Dream Wed, Thu, Sat 7.30pm & Thu 2pm The Comedy of Errors Fri 7.30pm & Sat 2pm Edward Hall’s all-male company will have you rolling in the aisles and leave you breathless with disbelief with this contrasting pair of comedies. Nobody does Shakespeare like Propeller!

Propeller’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream has enchanted packed houses all over the world. Love and illusion collide when two pairs of lovers become entangled in fairy mischief on the eve of a Royal Wedding. Dreams and reality become interchangeable and romantic chaos ensues. Seeing really is believing!

In Shakespeare’s smartest and most farcical play, The Comedy of Errors, two sets of estranged twins, separated at birth, find themselves in the same city 25 years later with hilarious consequences.

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“ In 19 years of working at the Festival

Theatre, Swan Lake still stands out as one of the best things I’ve ever seen on this stage. I’m delighted that Matthew Bourne is back with his signature show for our 20th Anniversary celebrations.”

Jimmy Beacham, Box Office Manager celebrating

Tue 22 to Sat 26 April 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Thu & Sat 2.30pm Firmly crowned as a modern day classic, Matthew Bourne’s powerful, provocative and totally original interpretation of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake turned tradition upside down and took the dance world by storm, dazzling audiences in the West End, on Broadway, and across Europe, Asia and Australia.

Boldly shattering the traditional concept of swans in tutus, and blending dance, humour and spectacle with extravagant awardwinning designs by Lez Brotherston and lighting by Rick Fisher, Matthew Bourne has created a passionate and contemporary Swan Lake for our times.

Book now to see this thrilling, audacious and original production, now unquestionably established as one of theatre’s great events.

“ See it! Or live to regret it” The Independent “ A global phenomenon” The Times

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Adapted by Paul Allen Based on the Screenplay by Mark Herman

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Sat 3 May 2.30pm Touch Tour 1.30pm

Tue 29 April to Sat 3 May 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm It is 1992, Grimley Colliery faces the threat of closure and the future of the brass band seems uncertain. With the miners torn between redundancy packages and the picket lines, band-leader Danny’s hopes of winning the national brass band competition seem like a distant dream. But the arrival of flugelhorn-playing Gloria brings hope, romance and controversy to the Yorkshire brass band on the brink of collapse.

Featuring rousing live music including Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez and Jerusalem, Brassed Off is a funny and heartwarming drama that reaches stirring heights as local Dalkeith and Monktonhall Brass Band performs the final scene, set in the Royal Albert Hall, live on stage at the King’s.

Coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the Miners’ Strike of 1984, this production is directed by Damian Cruden (director of Olivier Award-winning The Railway Children), and starring John McArdle (Brookside).

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Uncle Varick.

by John Byrne

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Wed 7 to Sat 10 May 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Thu & Sat 2.30pm What happens when the rock and roll of swinging sixties London collides with the rock and moss of remote Scotland?

Sandy Sheridan, pretentious art critic and self-proclaimed cultural icon, returns from London to his Scottish country pile – with his new, much younger, wife in tow. Waiting for him are his stoical daughter Shona and his acerbic ex-brother-in-law, Uncle Varick.

John Byrne, acclaimed author of The Slab Boys Trilogy and Tutti Frutti, and iconic Scottish painter (whose works include the domed ceiling of the King’s Theatre), relocates Anton Chekhov’s masterpiece Uncle Vanya to 1960’s rural Scotland in a play full of comedy, pathos, jealously, lust and some very dodgy chainsaws.

Edinburgh theatre favourite Jimmy Chisholm (Para Handy, Take the High Road) leads a cast of great Scottish performers.

Set against a sensational sixties soundtrack, arranged and performed by Dave “Wildcat” Anderson, Uncle Varick is a great comedy and a great night out.

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Wed 21 May 2014

As the Festival Theatre celebrates its 20th Anniversary, we welcome Imaginate Festival to our brand new Studio space as part of their 25th anniversary celebrations.

Evening 7.30pm | Matinee 2pm

The Imaginate Festival features the finest selection of productions from Scotland and around the world: each and everyone adding their own wonderful character and zest to a programme of exciting and stimulating shows to suit children and adults of every age.

For further information please visit: edtheatres.com/imaginate www.imaginate.org.uk

Performing Arts Studio Scotland (PASS) at Edinburgh College invite dance enthusiasts to their end-of-year production. Featuring the choreographic work of dance teaching staff from PASS and Dance For All, student dancers will showcase contemporary and jazz styles.

The Cross Currents show is one of the College’s highlights of the year. This is an exciting theatrical experience and a chance to see tomorrow’s performers today.

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Mon 12 to Sat 17 May 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm Happy Days are here again with the premiere of a brand new musical based on the hit TV series, featuring the unforgettable ‘King of Cool’, Arthur ‘The Fonz’ Fonzarelli.

Join your favourite ‘50s family, the Cunninghams, and the rest of the gang – Potsie, Ralph Malph, Joanie and Chachi - as they to save their beloved diner, Arnold’s, from demolition. In a race against time, can everyone’s favourite hero, The Fonz, save the day?

Happy Days – A New Musical is written by Garry Marshall, the legendary creator of the television series. Garry is also the director of many world-wide smash-hit films including Pretty Woman, Beaches and The Princess Diaries 1&2. The show includes 21 original songs by Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe award-winning Hall of Fame Songwriter, Paul Williams (Bugsy Malone, Evergreen, Rainy Days and Mondays). The show also contains the much-loved Happy Days theme song from the TV show.

Starring popstar Heidi Range as Pinky Tuscadero, Ben Freeman (Emmerdale) as The Fonz and Cheryl Baker (Bucks Fizz) as Mrs Cunningham.

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Thu 22 May 6.30pm (focus on dance) Fri 23 May 6.30pm (focus on music) FREE Post-show Discussion

Fri 23 May (see p57) INSIGHT age 12+

Sat 24 May 11am Tickets £5.50 (£3.50 concessions) Book via Box Office (see p57)

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HHHHH “Breathtaking – a triumph” Sunday Herald Wed 21 to Sat 24 May 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinee Sat 2pm Scottish Ballet returns with a powerful reinterpretation of an alltime classic. Incredibly moving and enduringly relevant, this unique version of Romeo & Juliet was created for Scottish Ballet by Polish choreographer Krysztof Pastor in 2008, and has since gained status as one of the company’s most iconic works.

Set in the 20th century, this passionate story of forbidden love unfolds in three dramatic acts. Beginning in a 1930s monochrome Italian metropolis, Pastor shows a world torn apart by conflict in which Romeo and Juliet meet and fall deeply in love. The second act moves to the sepia-toned 1950s in the wake of Mussolini’s Fascist dictatorship, Romeo and Juliet have to hide their forbidden love.

Finally, the third act is dominated by the eerie blue light of television cameras that report 24/7 from the frontline of global wars and the secret couple go to dramatic lengths to keep their love eternal.

The dancers of Scottish Ballet – for whom the piece was created – bring these iconic roles to life with emotional intensity and breathtaking performances. Romeo & Juliet is set to the worldfamous Prokofiev score – performed live by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra.

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ROSE THEATRE KINGSTON, KENNY WAX and WILLIAM ARCHER in association with NOVEL THEATRE present

The World Premiere Production of

A Slow

air

Written and Directed by David Harrower

Adapted for the stage by EMMA REEVES Directed by SALLY COOKSON

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Age

7+

Thu 22 to Sat 24 May 2014

Tue 27 to Sat 31 May 2014

Evenings 7.30pm

Tue & Fri 7pm | Wed 10.30am | Thu 10.30am & 7pm | Sat 2pm & 7pm

You can feel blood. You can. Even after all this time.

Morna and Atholl are brother and sister but they haven’t spoken to each other for 15 years. Now Morna’s son, Joshua, is turning twenty-one – and he’s planning a party. It’s going to be a night to remember!

From David Harrower, the Olivier Award-winning writer of Blackbird, Knives in Hens and Ciara, comes an engrossing 75 minutes of theatre that is funny, poignant, slightly dark and a little sad.

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BORDERLINE THEATRE COMPANY in association with THE PALACE THEATRE, KILMARNOCK presents

Roll up and join Hetty on her escape from the Foundling Hospital. Tremble as she faces Matron Stinking Bottomly. Thrill as she discovers the squirrel house and Tanglefield’s Travelling Circus. Gasp as she endures a night locked in the attic. Quake as she braves the scary streets of Victorian London and cheer as she overcomes all in her search to find her real mother and a true family of her own.

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“ If Sell a Door continue to produce work of this quality, they will be around for a long time”

“ The show is a delight” WhatsOnStage (on Seussical)

The Scotsman (on Spring Awakening)

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14+ Tue 10 to Sat 14 June 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinee Sat 2.30pm Winner of the TONY Triple Crown for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.

Avenue Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the story of a recent college graduate named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, he meets Kate (the girl next door), Rod (the Republican), Trekkie (the internet sexpert), Lucy the Slut and other colourful types who help Princeton finally discover his true purpose in life.

From the producers of Seussical for Young Audiences Version (West End), Spring Awakening (Debut UK Tour) and Lord of the Flies (UK Tour), Sell a Door Theatre Company revive this critically acclaimed musical for a summer 2014 tour.

Directed and choreographed by Cressida Carré and designed by Richard Evans.

This production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd, on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York.

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PILRIG PARK

family friendly

The MGA Academy of Performing Arts present

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Fri 13 June 2014

Fri 27 & Sat 28 June 2014

Evening 7.30pm

Evenings 7.30pm | Matinee Sat 2.30pm

Going for Gold explores young peoples’ motivation to be the best that they can be.

Wednesday Addams, ultimate princess of darkness, has fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family.

Almost every talented youngster at Pilrig Park school has contributed to the show, working in an area of the arts which interests them; the choreography, costumes and sets are all put together by pupils and teachers.

This is an uplifting, and often moving night at the theatre which will make you proud to support this very special local school.

Wednesday confides in her father, begging him not to tell her mother. Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before: keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia.

Everything changes for the family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents.

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Caitlin Moran

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Rapunzel

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Age

7+

Fri 11 July 2014

Fri 19 & Sat 20 September 2014

Evening 7.30pm

Fri 7pm | Sat 2pm

Spend an evening in the world of Caitlin Moran as she explores what it is to be a woman, her take on feminism and anything else that happens to pop up. This up-close and (very) personal exploration, delivered in Caitlin’s irrepressible style, will take you on a rollercoaster of hilarity and outrage.

A new take on the traditional fairytale, Rapunzel is as much for adults as it is for children.

Experience the classic story of the parents forced to give up their child, the Witch who takes her from them, the woman the child becomes, and the Prince who discovers and rescues her.

Caitlin is an award-winning columnist, critic and the bestselling author of How To Be A Woman and Moranthology. Be one of the first to hear Caitlin talk about her brand new book.

Get your ticket quick and keep an eye on caitlinmoran.co.uk and follow @caitlinmoran for more about what’s in store on the night You won’t be disappointed! .........................................................................................................

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Full of dark beauty, this must-see production brings together a collection of world-class collaborators, including Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, Doctor Who composer Murray Gold, and Michele Clapton, award-winning costume designer for Game of Thrones. .........................................................................................................

Tickets from £20 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Theatre Talk Wed 2 Oct 6.15pm Tickets £5 (see p32)

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Mon 22 to Sat 27 September 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinee Sat 2.30pm Inspired by the life of rock legend Marc Bolan, 20th Century Boy explodes onto the stage nearly four decades after the iconic star’s tragic death. Featuring some of the greatest pop songs ever written, 20th Century Boy tells the story of Marc Bolan and his band T.Rex, exposing some of the myths and taking the audience on a tearful, yet joyful, journey through Marc’s fascinating life.

Rocker, poet, electric warrior, king of glam and godfather of punk, Bolan was arguably the biggest rock star the UK had ever seen. ‘Bigger than The Beatles’, the media said. Before his tragic death in 1977, just days short of his 30th birthday, Bolan lived life at breakneck speed, creating a series of iconic images, a string of number one hits and an army of obsessive fans.

Packed with all T.Rex’s 70s hits, staged by Gary Lloyd (Thriller Live) and with a West End cast, 20th Century Boy is a glorious story and celebration of glam rock at its colorful best!

Featuring the smash hits Get It On, Ride a White Swan, Metal Guru, I Love to Boogie, Hot Love, 20th Century Boy and many more.

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Pat Barker’s

Adapted for the stage by Nicolas Wright love drama Tickets from

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Sat 4 October 2.30pm

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Tue 30 September to Sat 4 October 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm Marking the centenary of the First World War, this new dramatisation of Pat Barker’s unforgettable Booker-nominated novel is adapted by Olivier Award-winning playwright Nicholas Wright (His Dark Materials, Vincent in Brixton).

Craiglockhart War Hospital, Edinburgh 1917. Poet and soldier Siegfried Sassoon has been institutionalised in an attempt to undermine his public disapproval of the war. His Army Psychiatrist, Dr William Rivers has been tasked with returning shell-shocked officers to the trenches, yet under Sassoon’s influence, has become tormented by the morality of what is being done in the name of medicine.

Reminding us that some of the most touching of friendships are borne from the most brutal of conflicts, Regeneration is a compassionate look at war and its devastating effects.

“ A brilliant novel. Intense and subtle” Sunday Times “ One of the most interesting novelists of her generation” Guardian on Pat Barker

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Watershed Productions present the BBC Worldwide and Polka Theatre production of

Charlie and Lola ™ and © Lauren Child 2005. Charlie and Lola is produced by Tiger Aspect Productions and distributed by BBC Ltd. BBC logo ™ and © BBC 1996.

LOVE DANCE

family friendly

Age

3+

Fri 3 & Sat 4 October 2014

Sat 18 & Sun 19 October 2014

Evenings 7.30pm

Sat 11am, 1.30pm, 4pm | Sun 11am, 1.30pm

The language of Arthur Miller and Dylan Thomas come together in a powerful study of words in motion. From Canadian choreographer Helen Pickett comes the world premiere of The Crucible, based on Arthur Miller’s 1953 Tony Award-winning play. Then, set to a recording of Dylan Thomas poems read by Richard Burton, Christopher Bruce’s Ten Poems builds on the melodic rhythm of the famous prose, bringing each one to life with exquisite vignettes of story and character.

Charlie and Lola’s Extremely New Play is based on the characters created by Lauren Child and adapted by Jonathan Lloyd.

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Tickets from £20.50 in person at Box Office

Charlie and Lola are completely excited to be coming to Edinburgh with their Extremely New Play – and this time they’re bringing along Sizzles the Dog! This magical mix of puppets, live action and music is based on the much-loved books by Lauren Child and the ever popular BBC TV Series.

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Music & Lyrics by IRVING BERLIN Based on RKO’s MOTION PICTURE

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“A musical like this comes around once in a lifetime” Sunday Telegraph

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“A joyous production”

“High Class. Absolutely topping”

BBC London

Magic 105.4

BEST NEW MUSICAL OLIVIER AWARDS 2013

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Tue 7 to Sat 18 October 2014 Direct from its tremendous success in London, winning three Olivier awards for Best New Musical, Best Choreography, Best Costumes and the Evening Standard Award for Best Night Out, this spectacular West End production brings the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age and the glorious tap-dancing magic of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers to the stage in one of the greatest dance musicals of all time.

Following the success of White Christmas, this is another spectacular Irving Berlin musical packed full of greatest hits, including Cheek to Cheek, Top Hat, White Tie & Tails, Let’s Face the Music and Dance and Puttin’ on the Ritz.

An uplifting and hilarious romantic comedy celebrating 1930s song, style and romance, Top Hat dazzles with over 200 beautiful costumes, breathtaking dance and a love story that will set the pulse racing!

Sat 18 Oct 2.30pm

CAP Thu 16 Oct 7.30pm

Touch Tour 1.30pm

“ Festival Theatre Edinburgh: Fantastic, Tremendous, Excellent!

Many Congratulations! We’re delighted to be bringing the West End smash-hit Top Hat to Edinburgh as part of your 20th Anniversary Celebrations.”

Kenny Wax, Top Hat Producer

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Tue 7 Oct 7.30pm Wed 8 Oct 2.30pm 7.30pm Thu 9 Oct 2.30pm 7.30pm Fri 10 Oct 7.30pm Sat 11 Oct 2.30pm 7.30pm Tue 14 Oct

7.30pm Wed 15 Oct 2.30pm 7.30pm Thu 16 Oct 2.30pm 7.30pm Fri 17 Oct 7.30pm Sat 18 Oct 2.30pm 7.30pm ............................................................................

TICKETS Blue Shows from £45 - £17.50 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Sat 11 Oct 2.30pm Touch Tour 1.30pm

Tue 7 to Sat 11 October 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm Chris Guthrie is bound to a harsh farming life by her intense love of the land. She dreams of the seductive yet distant world of books and learning, but when war breaks out, Chris suddenly finds herself facing a very different reality as a widowed, single mother in a land altered beyond recognition.

Set in a farming community in the North East of Scotland, Sunset Song charts Chris’s struggle to adapt to her new world and hold together her fragile family. Her survival depends solely on her belief that beyond the sunset lies hope.

Marking a hundred years since the start of the First World War, Sell a Door Theatre Company revives Alastair Cording’s faithful adaptation of Lewis Grassic Gibbon’s classic story, recently voted Scotland’s most popular novel of all time.

“ An electrifying evening that crackles with weight and wit”London Wharf on Proof

CAP Thu 9 Oct 7.30pm king’s theatre

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Tron Theatre Company Presents

The Three Sisters

by John Byrne

Image by John Byrne

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Sat 25 Oct 2.30pm Touch Tour 1.30pm

Tue 21 to Sat 25 October 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm It’s the not-so-swinging sixties in a Dunoon naval base. Three sisters, Olive, Maddy and Renee have spent the last eleven years looking longingly across the Clyde Estuary. Surrounded by military suitors, overbearing in-laws, and worthy Presbyterians, they yearn for London’s Carnaby Street and the love, culture and thrills they are denied in Argyllshire. Will they ever escape?

Following his acclaimed adaptations of The Cherry Orchard and Uncle Vanya, John Byrne (Tutti Frutti, The Slab Boys) turns his attention to Chekhov’s tragi-comedy about dashed hopes and unrequited love, in this brand new show for Tron Theatre Company, whose version of Ulysses was The List Magazine’s Best Theatre Production of 2012.

HHHH “ ...[an] exquisitely realised production...”

The Herald on Ulysses

CAP Thu 23 Oct 7.30pm KING’S theatre

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“ The cleverest murder mystery of British Theatre”

“ A truly entertaining classic thriller”

The Telegraph

The Sunday Times

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CAP Thu 30 Oct 7.30pm

A classic. A landmark. A legend.

Mon 27 October to Sat 1 November 2014 Evenings 7.30pm | Matinees Wed & Sat 2.30pm Following a sell-out run during its last visit to the King’s Theatre in 2012, The Mousetrap is back.

The longest running show of any kind in the history of British theatre - with over 25,000 performances - The Mousetrap is a play to be proud of. In her own inimitable style, Dame Agatha Christie has created an atmosphere of shuddering suspense and a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks around every corner.

The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house, cut off by the snow, discover to their horror that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be? One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment, the identity and the motive of the murderer are finally revealed.

“ The cleverest murder mystery of British Theatre” The Telegraph

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grupo corpo

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“the foxy, thrumming rhythms of Brazilian music slip under the skin of these dancers” The Herald

love dance Tue 4 & Wed 5 November 2014 Evenings 7.30pm Brazil’s internationally acclaimed dance company makes a welcome return to Edinburgh following sell-out performances in the 2010 Edinburgh International Festival.

Grupo Corpo combines the precision of classical ballet with the sensuality and passion of Latin dance rhythms. The 22 dancers fill the stage with elegant, virtuosic and joyful dance which has audiences in raptures. www.DanceConsortium.com .........................................................................................................

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Patsy Cline An Evening in Tribute

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edinburgh

gang show 2014

family friendly

Sun 9 November 2014

Tue 18 to Sat 22 November 2014

Evening 7.30pm

Evenings 7pm | Matinee Sat 2.15pm

Back by popular demand, join the star of the West End musical Patsy, Ireland’s Queen of Country Music, Sandy Kelly, for an unforgettable evening in tribute to the legendary Patsy Cline, whose hits include Crazy, Sweet Dreams, Walking After Midnight and I Fall to Pieces.

The Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the King’s Theatre for another fabulous show week.

Sharing the stage is George Hamilton IV, a country music legend in his own right, whose many hits include Abilene, Early Morning Rain and She’s a Little Bit Country.

An evening of true country nostalgia.

With over 250 young people on the stage smiling and singing their hearts out the Gang Show is an amazing experience that you can be part of.

November is Gang Show month - see you at the King’s!

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A very special gift...

Help future generations to share your love of theatre with a Gift in your Will.

The Festival & King’s Theatres are a hugely important part of Edinburgh’s cultural life, bringing world-class talent to the city throughout the year. But did you know we’re a registered charity? Over 10,000 people a year take part in our learning and outreach programmes, and we help thousands of children who wouldn’t usually have access to the arts, to experience the magic of theatre for the very first time.

If you have happy memories of our theatres, please consider remembering us in your Will and make a lasting contribution to the future of your local independent theatres and the people who will enjoy them.

For an informal chat about leaving a legacy, please call Lucy Clement on 0131 622 8087

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“A panto that sparkles and shines” The Herald (on Peter Pan 2013)

Sat 29 November 2014 to Sun 18 January 2015

family friendly

Join us for a magical carpet ride as panto legends Allan Stewart, Andy Gray and Grant Stott return to the King’s for another unmissable pantomime adventure!

With sensational special effects, this year’s King’s Panto will make all your wishes come true.

Produced by Qdos Entertainment, the world’s largest pantomime producer, if you ask your genie for just one thing this year, make it a trip to see Aladdin at the King’s!

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£18 £21

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£25 £27

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£94 (1 box, 4 people max)

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£14 £16

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HHHHH “A raucous traditional panto with some state-of-the-art 21st century twists” Edinburgh Evening News (on Peter Pan 2013)

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Sat 29 Nov 2014 2pm 7pm Sun 30 Nov 2014 1pm 5pm Tue 2 Dec 2014 7pm Wed 3 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Thu 4 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Fri 5 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Sat 6 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Sun 7 Dec 2014 1pm 5pm Tue 9 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm 7pm Wed 10 Dec 2014 2pm Thu 11 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Fri 12 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Sat 13 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Sun 14 Dec 2014 1pm 5pm Tue 16 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Wed 17 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Fri 19 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Sat 20 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Sun 21 Dec 2014 1pm 5pm Mon 22 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Tue 23 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Wed 24 Dec 2014 1pm 5pm Fri 26 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Sat 27 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Sun 28 Dec 2014 1pm 5pm Mon 29 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Tue 30 Dec 2014 2pm 7pm Wed 31 Dec 2014 1pm 5pm Fri 2 Jan 2015 2pm 7pm Sat 3 Jan 2015 2pm 7pm Sun 4 Jan 2015 1pm 5pm Tue 6 Jan 2015 2pm 7pm Wed 7 Jan 2015 2pm 7pm Thu 8 Jan 2015 7pm Fri 9 Jan 2015 7pm Sat 10 Jan 2015 2pm 7pm Sun 11 Jan 2015 1pm 5pm Tue 13 Jan 2015 2pm 7pm Wed 14 Jan 2015 2pm 7pm

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“ The Festival Theatre has played a central role in bringing Scottish Ballet’s work to the people of Edinburgh, and beyond, over the last 20 years.

An incredible stage to perform on, its scale has allowed us to present an ambitious breadth of repertoire – whether that be cutting-edge contemporary work or the full spectacle of a story ballet for audiences of all ages.

We are delighted to return to the Festival Theatre in 2014 with a lovingly recreated production of Peter Darrell’s The Nutcracker, in the same city where the magic began all those years ago. ” Cindy Sughrue, Scottish Ballet’s Chief Executive and Executive Producer

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love dance Sat 13 December 2014 to Sat 3 January 2015 Let Scottish Ballet take you on journey into Clara’s magical dream world; to the Land of Ice and Snow, where snowflakes come to life, and to the magical Kingdom of Sweets - the enchanted Realm of the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy.

Crafted for Scotland by the company’s founding Artistic Director, Peter Darrell, a famous story-teller and an incredible dancemaker, this Nutcracker is full of magical memories.

Now, over 40 years since it first premiered, this classic production has been lovingly reimagined by Olivier Award-winning designer Lez Brotherston; adding sumptuous layers of plush Victoriana and traditional festive fare, so audiences can share this dreammaking production with families and friends once more.

Sat 13 Dec 2pm 7.30pm Tue 16 Dec 7.30pm Wed 17 Dec 7.30pm Thu 18 Dec 2pm 7.30pm Fri 19 Dec 2pm 7.30pm Sat 20 Dec 2pm 7.30pm Mon 22 Dec 2pm 7.30pm Tue 23 Dec 2pm 7.30pm Wed 24 Dec 2pm Sat 27 Dec 2pm 7.30pm Mon 29 Dec 7.30pm Tue 30 Dec 2pm 7.30pm Wed 31 Dec 2pm Sat 3 Jan 2pm 7.30pm ............................................................................

FREE PRE-SHOW TALKS Book via Box Office (see p57)

Thu 18 Dec & Sat 3 Jan 6.30pm

The Scottish Ballet Orchestra accompanies live, performing the world famous Tchaikovsky score.

(focus on dance)

Fri 19 Dec 6.30pm (focus on music)

Were you in Peter Darrell’s The Nutcracker? We’d love to hear from people who danced as children in the original production.

Contact us at nutcracker@scottishballet.co.uk

FREE Post-show Discussion

Fri 19 Dec (see p57)

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Tickets from £42.50- £13 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Family iNSIGHT age 6+

Sat 20 Dec & Sat 3 Jan 11am Book via Box Office (see p57)

Children from £20 & £17 (Stalls & Upper) or concession in Dress (see below) in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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Friends Up to 1/3 off 16,17,18 Dec or £3 off other shows Excl. 13, 20, 24, 27, 31 Dec & 3 Jan

Groups (8+) £6 off evenings (Stalls & Dress) Excl. Sat £5 off matinees (Stalls & Dress) Excl. Sat & no booking fees* (see p67)

Concessions £3 off Excl. 13, 20, 24, 27, 31 Dec & 3 Jan

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Sat 20 Dec 2pm Touch Tour 12.30pm

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Learning & Participation EVENTS

Enrich and enhance your live theatre experience with our programme of fun, insightful and creative activities.

THEATRE TALKS

FREE PRE & POST-SHOW TALKS

A great way to enrich your experience of our season of plays. Join resident theatre expert Gail Wylie, or members of the company, for an insightful hour-long talk about the show before going in to watch the play.

Learn more from members of the company

6.15pm-7.15pm | Tickets £5 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Dial M for Murder | Wed 19 February 2014 Eternal Love | Tue 18 March 2014 Propeller | Wed 16 April 2014 Brassed Off | Wed 30 April 2014 Uncle Varick | Wed 7 May 2014 Regeneration | Wed 1 October 2014

FREE Pre-show Talks book via Box Office EDGAS Princess Ida | King’s Theatre Tue 1 to Sat 5 March 2014 Tue to Fri 6.45pm, Sat 1.45pm & 6.45pm Under the Mulberry Tree | The Studio Wed 9 April 2014 6.15pm .........................................................................................................

FREE Post-show Discussions stay behind after the evening show

Orchestra, singers and crew perform show highlights, reveal production secrets and give an introduction to principal characters and plot.

Eternal Love | King’s Theatre Thu 20 March 2014 Northern Ballet | Festival Theatre Fri 21 March 2014 Compagnie Käfig | Festival Theatre Tue 1 April 2014 Propeller: The Comedy of Errors | King’s Theatre Fri 18 April 2014 Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake | Festival Theatre Tue 22 April 2014 Happy Days | King’s Theatre Tue 13 May 2014 A Slow Air | King’s Theatre Thu 22 May 2014 Grupo Corpo | Festival Theatre Tue 4 November 2014

Don Pasquale | Wed 19 February 2014 Madama Butterfly | Fri 9 May 2014

BACKSTAGE TOURS

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FREE Unwrapped Performances 6pm-7pm | book via Box Office

FREE Pre-show Talks 6pm | book via Box Office Don Pasquale | Sat 22 February 2014 Madama Butterfly | Sat 17 May 2014

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Find out what goes on behind-the-scenes at our two historic venues and learn about the theatres’ fascinating pasts. Includes refreshments.

Sat 1 March 2014 Sat 5 April 2014 Sat 3 May 2014 Sat 7 June 2014 Sat 5 July 2014 FESTIVAL theatre

10.30am-12.30pm Tickets £7.50 in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

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HOW TO BOOK Unless otherwise stated, call the Box Office on 0131 529 6000 or visit

edtheatres.com/education. For more information about any of the events detailed here, or to sign up for our Education e-bulletin, contact Cerin Richardson, Learning and Participation Manager on 0131 622 8099 or cerin.richardson@edtheatres.com

SCOTTISH BALLET EVENTS

WAR HORSE EVENTS

Ballet Cafes | The Studio

Puppet making Family workshop

A sociable event for adults. An enjoyable beginners’ ballet class followed by refreshments and behind-the-scenes tales.

Sat 25 January 2014 | 10am-12pm | The Studio

Romeo & Juliet | Tue 20 May 2014 7pm-9pm The Nutcracker | Mon 15 December 2014 2pm-5pm Tickets £10 in person at Box Office

Tickets £10 (Concessions £7.50) in person at Box Office

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

FREE Pre-show Talks 6.30pm-7pm | book via Box Office Romeo & Juliet Thu 22 May 2014 (Focus on Dance) Fri 23 May 2014 (Focus on Music) The Crucible with Ten Poems Fri 3 Oct 2014 (Focus on Dance) Sat 4 Oct 2014 (Focus on Music) The Nutcracker Thu 18 Dec 2014 & Sat 3 Jan 2015 (Focus on Dance) Fri 19 Dec 2014 (Focus on Music)

Create your very own War Horse shadow puppet.

Led by puppeteer Arran Howie.

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Creative Writing Family Workshop Sat 25 January 2014 | 1pm-3pm | The Studio

Using WWI diary extracts, poems and music, imagine and create new writing inspired by War Horse. Led by Poet Elspeth Murray.

Tickets £10 (Concessions £7.50) in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Puppetry Masterclass Thu 30 January 2014 | 10am-1.30pm | The Studio

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Designed to give people with previous puppetry experience a hands-on understanding of how to create characters through puppetry and physicality. Led by Al Nejari, War Horse performer/puppeteer.

Hear the company’s insights about the show.

Tickets £30 in person at Box Office

Romeo & Juliet | Fri 23 May 2014 The Crucible with Ten Poems | Fri 3 Oct 2014 The Nutcracker | Fri 19 December2014

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Insights Tickets £5.50 (Concessions £3.50) in person at Box Office

A unique experience with members of the War Horse Team. Explore some of the principles of puppetry and the technical processes that have brought this magical production to life.

FREE Post-show Discussions

Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

Discover the inspiration behind the production with an illustrated talk, listen to one of the dancers discuss their professional life and then watch the company take class on stage.

Romeo & Juliet Insight (age 12+) Sat 24 May 2014 11am-12.30pm The Nutcracker Family Insight (age 6+) Sat 20 December 2014 11am-12.30pm Sat 3 January 2015 11am-12.30pm festival theatre

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Page-to-Stage Suitable for age 10+ | The Studio

Family Page-to-Stage | Sat 1 February 2014 11am-1pm | Tickets £5 Tickets £10 (Concessions £7.50) in person at Box Office Booking fee applies for online & phone bookings* (see p67)

free Post-show Q+A | Thu 6 February 2014 stay behind after the evening show National Theatre’s learning programme on tour is generously supported by The Dorset Foundation. warhorseonstage.com/education

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CPD for Teachers

All Continuing Professional Development classes are FREE Please book with Cerin Richardson, Learning & Participation Manager phone 0131 622 8099|email cerin.richardson@edtheatres.com

Northern Ballet: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Tue 18 March 2014 | The Studio For primary school teachers, led by a Dance Education Officer from Northern Ballet. This CPD session will give you the confidence and skills to deliver dance activity in the classroom. Gain new ideas for exercises and look at how a narrative can be used as a stimulus for creative work.

4.30pm-6.30pm | FREE

ERROL WHITE COMPANY

Wed 7 May 2014 | The Studio For Secondary dance specialists and PE teachers. Errol White Company lead an intensive contemporary dance workshop. Introducing participants to the company’s movement style and choreographic practice, the workshop will include class warm up, creative work and choreography. Building upon participants’ existing dance skills and experience, this offers an opportunity to explore a range of ideas through creative contemporary dance.

4.30pm-6.30pm | FREE

SCOTTISH BALLET Romeo & Juliet

Tue 20 May 2014 | The Studio Scottish Ballet’s education team will lead a CPD session inspired by Krzysztof Pastor’s vivid reinterpretation of Shakespeare’s greatest love story. Themes from the production such as conflict, family and tragedy will be explored. Participants will be guided through a variety of warm-up games and movement tasks that can be used as a framework for their own classes. 4.30pm-6.30pm | FREE

MATTHEW BOURNE Swan Lake

Wed 23 April 2014 | The Studio This workshop will give teachers (with or without dance experience) some practical tools to create movement and choreography with students.

These are some of the same techniques and tasks used to develop Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake.

4.30pm-6.30pm | FREE

YDANCE

Fri 19 September 2014 | The Studio For Nursery teachers and early Primary stage teachers. Using children’s stories as inspiration, learn the fundamental components of dance and how to deliver educational, fun and creative dance sessions to help your pupils achieve the experiences and outcomes of the Curriculum for Excellence.

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for hire

The Studio at the Festival Theatre is an exciting new state-of-the-art cultural resource located behind the Festival Theatre on Potterrow.

The Studio is a fully accessible 24m x 12m space with a sprung floor, partition walls and bleacher seating for 160 people, and can be transformed to accommodate a wide range of uses - from rehearsals and workshops to small-scale performances and festivals.

HIRE THE STUDIO To check availability and for more detailed specifications, contact: Cerin Richardson T: 0131 622 8099 cerin.richardson@edtheatres.com

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JANUARY 2014 Wed 22 Thu 23 Fri 24 Sat 25 Sun 26 Mon 27 Tue 28 Wed 29 Thu 30

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MARCH 2014

War Horse (p6) 7.30pm War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm The Singing Kettle (p8) 12pm 3pm War Horse (p6) 7.30pm War Horse (p6) 7.30pm War Horse (p6) 7.30pm War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm British Dance Edition (p9) 8.30pm War Horse (p6) 7.30pm British Dance Edition (p9) 6.30pm

Sat 1 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 2.30pm 7.30pm Brigadoon (p16) 2.30pm 7.30pm Mon 3 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Tue 4 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Wed 5 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Big Big Variety Show (p17) 7.30pm Thu 6 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 2.30pm 7.30pm Quartet (p26) 7.30pm Big Big Variety Show (p17) 7.30pm Fri 7 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Big Big Variety Show (p17) 7.30pm Sat 8 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 2.30pm 7.30pm Big Big Variety Show (p17) 2.30pm 7.30pm Mon 10 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Some Girl I Used to Know (p18) 7.30pm Tue 11 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Some Girl I Used to Know (p18) 7.30pm Wed 12 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Sat 1 War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm Some Girl I Used to Know (p18) 7.30pm Sun 2 British Dance Edition (p9) 4pm Thu 13 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 2.30pm 7.30pm Mon 3 War Horse (p6) 7.30pm Fri 14 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Tue 4 War Horse (p6) 7.30pm Sat 15 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 2.30pm 7.30pm Wed 5 War Horse (p6) 7.30pm Dorothy Paul (p19) 7.30pm Thu 6 War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm = Mon 17 Brendan Cole (p19) 7.30pm Fri 7 War Horse (p6) 7.30pm Tue 18 Eternal Love (p20) 7.30pm T Sat 8 War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm Wed 19 Eternal Love (p20) 2.30pm 7.30pm Mon 10 War Horse (p6) 7.30pm Thu 20 Northern Ballet (p22) 7.30pm Buddy (p10) 7.30pm Eternal Love (p20) 7.30pm = Tue 11 War Horse (p6) 7.30pm Fri 21 Northern Ballet (p22) 7.30pm = Buddy (p10) 7.30pm Eternal Love (p20) 7.30pm Wed 12 War Horse (p6) 7.30pm Sat 22 Northern Ballet (p22) 2.30pm 7.30pm Buddy (p10) 2.30pm 7.30pm Eternal Love (p20) 2.30pm 7.30pm Thu 13 War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm Mon 24 Black Coffee (p21) 7.30pm Buddy (p10) 7.30pm Tue 25 Black Coffee (p21) 7.30pm Fri 14 War Horse (p6) 7.30pm Wed 26 Robin Cousins’ ICE (p24) 7.30pm Buddy (p10) 7.30pm Black Coffee (p21) 2.30pm 7.30pm Sat 15 War Horse (p6) 2.30pm 7.30pm Thu 27 Robin Cousins’ ICE (p24) 2.30pm 7.30pm Buddy (p10) 2.30pm 7.30pm Errol White Company (p23) 7.30pm Tue 18 Don Pasquale (p12) 7.15pm Black Coffee (p21) 7.30pm Dial M For Murder (p11) 7.30pm Fri 28 Robin Cousins’ ICE (p24) 7.30pm Wed 19 Don Pasquale Unwrapped (p12) 6pm Black Coffee (p21) 7.30pm Dial M For Murder (p11) 2.30pm 7.30pm T Sat 29 Robin Cousins’ ICE (p24) 2.30pm 7.30pm Thu 20 Don Pasquale (p12) 7.15pm Wendy Hoose (p26) 7.30pm Dial M For Murder (p11) 7.30pm Black Coffee (p21) 2.30pm 7.30pm Fri 21 Dial M For Murder (p11) 7.30pm Sun 30 Robin Cousins’ ICE (p24) 2.30pm 7.30pm Sat 22 Don Pasquale (p12) 7.15pm B Dial M For Murder (p11) 2.30pm 7.30pm Tue 25 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm key Wed 26 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Brigadoon (p16) 7.30pm At the Festival Theatre At The Studio Thu 27 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 2.30pm 7.30pm Brigadoon (p16) 7.30pm At the King’s Theatre Fri 28 Singin’ in the Rain (p14) 7.30pm Brigadoon (p16) 7.30pm Captioned

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Tue 1 Compagnie Kafig (p23) 7.30pm = Thu 1 Brassed Off (p32) 7.30pm Fri 2 Brassed Off (p32) 7.30pm Princess Ida (p25) 7.30pm B Sat 3 Brassed Off (p32) 2.30pm 7.30pm Wed 2 Compagnie Kafig (p23) 7.30pm Wed 7 Uncle Varick (p33) 7.30pm T Princess Ida (p25) 7.30pm B Thu 8 Madama Butterfly (p13) 7.15pm Thu 3 Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 7.30pm Uncle Varick (p33) 2.30pm 7.30pm Princess Ida (p25) 7.30pm B Fri 9 Madama Butterfly Unwrapped (p13) 6pm Fri 4 Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 7.30pm Uncle Varick (p33) 7.30pm Princess Ida (p25) 7.30pm B Sat 10 Uncle Varick (p33) 2.30pm 7.30pm Sat 5 Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 2.30pm 7.30pm Sun 11 Madama Butterfly (4pm) 4pm Princess Ida (p25) 2.30pm B 7.30pm B Mon 12 Happy Days (p35) 7.30pm Mon 7 Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 7.30pm Tue 13 Madama Butterfly (p13) 7.15pm Tue 8 Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 7.30pm Happy Days (p35) 7.30pm = Macbeth (p13) 7.15pm Wed 14 Happy Days (p35) 2.30pm 7.30pm Wed 9 Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 7.30pm B Thu 15 Madama Butterfly (p13) 7.15pm Thu 10 Christy Moore (28) 8pm Happy Days (p35) 7.30pm Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 7.30pm Fri 16 Happy Days (p35) 7.30pm Macbeth (p13) 7.15pm Sat 17 Madama Butterfly (p13) 7.15pm B Fri 11 Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 7.30pm Happy Days (p35) 2.30pm 7.30pm Sat 12 Under the Mulberry Tree (p25) 2.30pm 7.30pm Sun 18 Ian Anderson (p28) 7.30pm Peppa Pig (p29) 10am 1pm 4pm Wed 21 Romeo & Juliet (p36) 7.30pm Sun 13 Peppa Pig (p29) 10am 1pm 4pm Cross Currents (p34) 2pm 7.30pm Mon 14 James Blunt (p28) 7.30pm Thu 22 Romeo & Juliet (p36) 7.30pm B The Steadfast Tin Soldier (p27) 2pm A Slow Air (p37) 7.30pm = Tue 15 The Little Red Hen (p27) 2pm Fri 23 Romeo & Juliet (p36) 7.30pm = B Wed 16 The Frog and the Princess (p27) 2pm A Slow Air (p37) 7.30pm A Midsummer Night’s Dream (p30) 7.30pm T Sat 24 Romeo & Juliet (p36) 2pm 7.30pm Thu 17 The Secret Life of Suitcases (p27) 2pm A Slow Air (p37) 7.30pm 7.30pm A Midsummer Night’s Dream (p30) 2pm Tue 27 Hetty Feather (p37) 7pm Fri 18 The Man Who Planted Trees (p27) 2pm Wed 28 Hetty Feather (p37) 10.30am The Comedy of Errors (p30) 7.30pm = Thu 29 Hetty Feather (p37) 10.30am 7pm Sat 19 Cinderella (p27) 2pm Fri 30 Hetty Feather (p37) 7pm The Comedy of Errors (p30) 2pm Sat 31 Hetty Feather (p37) 2pm 7pm A Midsummer Night’s Dream (p30) 7.30pm Tue 22 Swan Lake (p31) 7.30pm = Wed 23 Swan Lake (p31) 7.30pm Thu 24 Swan Lake (p31) 2.30pm 7.30pm Scooby-Doo (p29) 6.30pm Fri 25 Swan Lake (p31) 7.30pm Tue 10 Avenue Q (p38) 7.30pm Scooby-Doo (p29) 7pm Wed 11 Avenue Q (p38) 7.30pm Sat 26 Swan Lake (p31) 2.30pm 7.30pm Thu 12 Avenue Q (p37) 7.30pm Scooby-Doo (p29) 1pm 4.30pm Fri 13 Pilrig Park (p39) 7.30pm Sun 27 Scooby-Doo (p29) 1pm 4.30pm Avenue Q (p38) 7.30pm Tue 29 Brassed Off (p32) 7.30pm Sat 14 Edinburgh Choreographic Project (p26) 8pm Wed 30 Brassed Off (p32) 2.30pm 7.30pm T Avenue Q (p38) 2.30pm 7.30pm Sun 15 The Singing Kettle (p37) 12pm 3pm Fri 27 The Addams Family (p39) 7.30pm Sat 28 The Addams Family (p39) 2.30pm 7.30pm

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Theatre Talk (Call Box Office to book) See show page for details.

FREE Pre-show Talk (Call Box Office to book) See show page for details.

FREE Post-show Discussion (Stay behind after the show)

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FOOD&DRINK

ACCESS WHEELCHAIR USERS Please book wheelchair spaces in advance.

All spaces have adjacent seats for companions Festival Theatre has 8 spaces in the stalls The Studio at the Festival Theatre has 2 spaces at the front King’s Theatre has 8 spaces in the stalls GUIDE DOGS Guide dogs are welcome at both theatres

For food and drink at the Festival Theatre look no further than the stylish decor, friendly atmosphere and sublime food of Th’eatery by fresh food company Cater. Perfect for all-day and pre-theatre dining.

HEADSETS AND PERSONAL INDUCTION LOOPS Available for all performances. Collect from a member of staff on arrival. Number of headsets is limited.

Th’eatery serves food Mon to Sat 10.30am- 6pm, or until an evening performance begins.

20% off

Friends receive Food at Th’eatery

FOR WINE LOVERS Our exclusive Inverarity One to One wine bar, located on the first floor of the Festival Theatre, offers a range of champagne and sparkling wine; white, rosé and red wine, complemented by Inverarity’s own brand whiskies, with a changing list of specials.

THEATRE BARS Our foyer bars at both theatres are open from 1hr before the show, so there’s plenty of time to relax with friends before you find your seats.

Pre-order your interval drinks before the show, and we’ll have them ready for you at the break!

20% off

Friends receive Drinks at our Bars

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CAPTIONING Captioning is a bit like subtitles on TV. Captions are shown on two raised display units either side of the stage. The text is in large print and delivered at the same time as the words are spoken or sung. Please mention if you wish to use this service when booking.

BSL – SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETED A BSL Interpreter will stand on one side of the stage and interpret all spoken or sung speech. Please mention if you wish to use this service when booking.

AUDIO DESCRIPTION Audio Description is a form of audio-visual translation. Through a headset (collect on arrival) a describer will tell you where the characters are on stage, what they are wearing, how they gesture and what the set looks like. Please mention if you wish to use this service when booking.

TOUCH TOURS Touch Tours of the set, costumes and props are usually available from 1hr before the Audio Described show. Touch Tour tickets are limited and should be requested in advance.

For full access information please visit: edtheatres.com/festival-access edtheatres.com/kings-access To request a large print, braille or audio brochure, please contact us on 0131 622 8410

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DISCOUNTS

How to book

FRIENDS 2 for 1 ticket offers or 20% off a pair of tickets for most Opening Nights, or 20% off many other performances all year round. See individual show pages for details. Exclusions apply. See edtheatres.com/friends for full details of benefits, discounts and exclusions, or phone our Box Office for more info.

Extra Friends can get discounts on up to 4 tickets.

Tickets for SHOWS AT both the Festival & King’s Theatres can be purchased from either of the TWO venues.

GROUPS (8+) £3 off tickets for most shows. Only available through Group Sales on 0131 529 6005. Exclusions may apply – see individual show pages for details.

STUDENT/YOUNG SCOT STANDBY £10 tickets on the day of the performance. Available in person after midday. Subject to availability. Valid ID required.

ONLINE edtheatres.com PHONE 0131 529 6000 (Mon to Sat 11am-6pm) GROUPS (8+) 0131 529 6005 (Mon to Fri 11am-6pm) TEXT RELAY 18001 0131 529 6003 IN PERSON at the Festival or King’s Theatres (Mon to Sat 10am-6pm or until curtain-up)

BABES-IN-ARMS On selected family shows, babies under 12 months will be admitted to sit on their parent/carer’s lap.

A limited number of free Babes-in-Arms tickets are available per performance – please book at the time of purchase. All babies require a ticket for entry. Babies do not qualify as group members for group discounts.

CONCESSIONS Available for full-time students, senior citizens, unwaged (JSA claimants), people with disabilities, Young Scot cardholders, school parties/ youth groups, children, Equity & BECTU members, NHS staff, Edinburgh Leisure Cardholders.

Concessions are advertised on show pages where available.

Exclusions may apply to all discounts. Check with Box Office when booking.

THE SMALL PRINT REFUNDS Sorry, we do not offer refunds on ticket purchases.

LATECOMERS May not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance, which could be the interval. The Latecomers Policy is set on a show-by-show basis.

We advise you to arrive at least 30min before the performance to avoid queues, especially if collecting tickets.

ADMISSION POLICY Management reserve the right to refuse admission.

CANCELLED PERFORMANCES If a performance is cancelled we will make every effort to accommodate you at another time, or offer a refund.

DISCOUNTS Apply to full price tickets only. Only one discount per ticket. Subject to availability, at the discretion of the Box Office. Proof of status must be shown where appropriate. Not all shows offer concessions. Booking T&Cs can be found on the reverse of tickets. £TDF The Theatres Development Fund helps protect the future of your Festival & King’s Theatres and continue to improve standards for audiences and artists. A small contribution to the Fund is included in the ticket price of most shows in this brochure.

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*BOOKING FEES A booking fee of 75p is charged per ticket for online, phone and postal bookings. Maximum charge of £3 for phone and postal bookings. For bookings of 8 or more, call 0131 529 6005 where no booking fees apply.

Ticket prices include a contribution to the Theatres Development Fund.

An 80p handling charge will be added for posting your tickets to you (when booked more than one week in advance).

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KING’S THEATRE 2 Leven St, Edinburgh EH3 9LQ FESTIVAL THEATRE 13/29 Nicolson St, Edinburgh EH8 9FT THE STUDIO Potterrow, Edinburgh EH8 9BL

BY BUS FESTIVAL THEATRE & The Studio Lothian Buses: 3, 3A, 5, 7, 8, 14, 29, 30, 31, 33, 37, 47, 48, X48, 49 First Buses: 86, 86A

KING’S THEATRE Lothian Buses: 10, 11, 15, 15a, 16, 23, 27, 45

BY CAR No parking on Nicolson St, or Leven St. Single yellow lines and Pay & Display spaces available on side streets. Blue Badge parking spaces are available at the Festival Theatre but must be booked in advance by calling 0131 662 1112.

Spaces subject to availability.

BY TAXI Drop-off points outside front doors at both theatres.

We are happy to order a taxi after the performance for those with mobility issues.

Festival City Theatres Trust operates the Festival & King’s Theatres supported by the City of Edinburgh Council Festival City Theatres Trust 13/29 Nicolson St, Edinburgh EH8 9FT Switchboard 0131 662 1112 | Fax 0131 667 0744 General enquiries enquiries@edtheatres.com Ticket enquiries ticketenquiries@edtheatres.com Registered charity SC018605

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FRIENDS £36 EXTRA FRIENDS £59

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Free Ticket worth £31.50

Free Ticket worth £29.50

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