Grand Theatre Brochure July 15 to Jan 16

July 2015 - January 2016

THE GUIDE

'TICKS ALL THE RIGHT LUNCH BOXES!' THE GUARDIAN

(THE FULL MONTY)

GRAND Friends

FRIENDS

Welcome Welcome to the new season at Blackpool’s Grand Theatre and the chance to enjoy a huge variety of dance, drama, musicals and comedy throughout the coming months.

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The Friends of The Grand are a passionate group of theatre-lovers who, over the years, have raised millions of pounds and volunteered thousands of hours to help the theatre operate and improve.

As many of you will know, we’ve got the builders in at the moment and they’re working hard to create improvements to the entrance and foyer of the theatre, as well as to dressing rooms and offices. But that’s not stopping us offering you a great programme of entertainment! However, I would like to ask you to bear with us during July and August when the work in the Box Office area will mean that the main entrance to the theatre will be restricted. We’ve got a ‘traffic management plan’ in place and we’ll do our very best to ensure your arrival and departure are as smooth and easy as possible - and that the show in between is the most memorable part of your visit!

You’ll see our Friends ushering you to your seats or serving you tea and coffee. They also organise raffles and events to raise much-needed funds.

But it isn’t all hard work. If you become a Friend of The Grand you’ll benefit from offers, discounts and advance booking that will make your theatre-going experience both more enjoyable and affordable. Our Friends even host regular coffee mornings with a guest speaker – the perfect opportunity to meet other members.

Whether you’d like to make new friends, help the theatre, or snap up the discounts – you can become a Friend of The Grand by calling 01253 743340 or visiting the website. ilable to anyone FULL ADULT Ava 18 and under 60 MEMBERSHIP over membership is only

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Come September, when the work is finished, The STUDIO will begin to play host to a programme of comedy, drama and children's shows, thanks to the generous support of LeftCoast. Bringing The STUDIO into regular use will allow us to offer even more choice in a more intimate performance space and

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to a new season at Blackpool's Grand Theatre give local and regional artists a chance to rehearse, perform and develop new work in this improved facility.

September will also see a number of other changes including a new, friendlier and faster website, smart new uniforms and improved technology for customers who use the Audio Description facility. All things to look forward to.

In the meantime, sit back and relax as you browse through the great shows on offer.

I’m confident that there’s something for everyone this season, and whether you’re a new customer or an old friend, I look forward to welcoming you to the glorious Grand Theatre.

Ruth Eastwood Chief Executive

Are you 18-26?

Look for our new Under26 offers.

50 tickets (per performance) available at just £12.50 (T&C apply). #GTU26

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Simon Beaufoy, the Oscar-winning writer of the film, has gone all the way with this hilarious and heartfelt adaptation that’s getting standing ovations every night.

With songs from the film by Donna Summer, Hot Chocolate and Tom Jones, this awardwinning production is one huge package of laughs and emotion, starring Gary Lucy, Andrew Dunn, Louis Emerick, Rupert Hill, Martin Miller and Bobby Schofield.

‘CHUFFING CHAMPION.’ THE MAIL ON SUNDAY ‘A TRIUMPH.’ THE SUNDAY TIMES ‘UPROARIOUSLY ENTERTAINING – EVERY INCH A WHOPPING HIT.’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH ‘A TOTAL BLAST.’ THE GUARDIAN @FullMontyPlay #FullMonty

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GRAND New Tour

Times Evenings 7:30pm (excluding Sundays) Thursday and Saturday Matinees 2pm (excluding Thursday 10) Tickets £10 to £31.50 Under 18s £3 off Concessions £3 off (top two price bands) Grand Friends £5 off opening night Groups 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off (top two price bands)

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In 1997, a British film about six out of work Sheffield steelworkers with nothing to lose, took the world by storm! Now, they’re back and this time they really have to go The Full Monty… live on stage.

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The Full Monty

Thursday 10 to Saturday 19 September

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THE AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTION

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Strictly Come Dancing stars Katya Virshilas and Jared Murillo, X Factor’s Ray Quinn and Britain's Got Talent's Becky O'Brien lead a cast of talented West End performers in this feelgood night out.

Puttin’ On The Ritz takes you on an all-singing, all-dancing journey with music from legendary composers Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Irving Berlin, featuring the classic songs Cheek to Cheek, Alexander’s Rag Time Band, Birth of the Blues, Swanee, Night and Day, I Got Rhythm, Easter Parade, and, of course, Puttin’ On The Ritz.

See the Golden Age of Hollywood recreated live on stage with a star-studded cast of singers and dancers set to wow the audience with their slick harmonies, glamorous costumes and ballroom dancing skills.

‘A glittering extravaganza that has the audience cheering for more.'

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GRAND Musicals

Times Evenings 7:30pm (excluding Sundays) Thursday and Saturday Matinees 2pm Tickets Evenings £17 to £28 Matinees £17 Under 16s half price Full Time Students £5 off Concessions £3 off Under 26s £3 off Grand Friends £5 off Mondays, £3 off rest of the week Groups 10+ £3 off, 20+ £5 off

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From the producers of last year’s Summer hit New Jersey Nights comes a song and dance extravaganza!

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Puttin' On The Ritz

Monday 27 July to Saturday 29 August

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David King for Spirit Productions presents

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It’s 1963 and the world is changing. Bobby and Laura’s first single Dreamboats and Petticoats went to the top of the charts – but they haven’t been able to repeat that success with any further records. Norman and Sue have settled down to non-marital bliss – and a baby! But Ray and Donna seem blissfully happy…

The advent of the Beatles and the Merseyside sound is inspirational. But will it inspire Bobby and Laura to have one more shot at stardom, Norman to find that singing voice he has longed for, and Ray to realise his ambition and manage a really top pop act?

All will be revealed in a follow up with the same wit, charm, and great songs as Dreamboats and Petticoats. Many of the songs are from the next period in pop history...

Including the smash-hits... A Picture of You, All I Have to Do Is Dream, Do You Love Me, Handy Man, It’s In His Kiss, It’s My Party, When Will I be Loved, Hippy Hippy Shake and many more...

GRAND Musicals

Inspired by the phenomenal range of Smash-Hit Multi-Million selling albums of Dreamboats and Petticoats.

Times Evenings 7:30pm Wednesday and Saturday Matinees 2:30pm Tickets Evenings £20 to £31 Matinees £18.50 to £26.50 Under 16s £9.50 Grand Friends £4 off (Opening night only) Groups 20+ £4 off, 50+ £5 off (Stalls and Dress Circle only)

THE SEQUEL TO DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS

'Dazzling.'

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Presented by Bill Kenwright and Laurie Mansfield in association with Universal Music

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'Timeless.’

THE OBSERVER

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The sequel to Dreamboats and Petticoats

Monday 21 to Saturday 26 September

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Dreamboats and Miniskirts

Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

BOOK BY LAURENCE MARKS & MAURICE GRAN

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Paul Walden & Derek Nicol for Flying Music in association with Adrian Grant for Key Concerts present

Seen by over 3 million people in over 30 countries, THRILLER LIVE continues to moonwalk around the world, taking you on a journey through the magic of Michael’s 45-year musical history.

Experience over two hours of non-stop hits in a show that pays homage to Jackson’s legendary live performances and innovative dance moves executed with flair, precision and passion in a show you will never forget.

Expect all your favourite songs delivered by an exceptionally talented cast and band, including I Want You Back, ABC, Can You Feel It, Off The Wall, The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Bad, Rock With You, Dangerous and Thriller, plus many more!

‘You can’t beat it!’

EVENING STANDARD ‘A breathtaking celebration – QUITE LITERALLY, THRILLING.’ THE STAGE @ThrillerLive

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FEATURING THE SONGS OF

Times Monday to Thursday Evenings 7:30pm Friday 5pm and 8:30pm Saturday 4pm and 8pm Tickets Monday Evening and Friday Matinee £22.50 to £28.50 Tuesday to Thursday Evenings and Saturday Matinee £23.50 to £30.50 Friday and Saturday Evenings £24.50 to £32.50 Concessions £2 off (excluding opening night and Friday & Saturday Evenings) Groups 20+ £3 off, 50+ £4 off (top-price seats only)

MICHAEL AND THE JACKSON 5 END G E L THE S ON! LIVE

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Direct from London’s West End where it is now in its record-breaking 7th year, THRILLER LIVE is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer.

Monday 5 to Saturday 10 October

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Celebrating the undisputed King of Pop

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THRILLER LIVE

GRAND Musicals

PAUL WALDEN & DEREK NICOL FOR FLYING MUSIC IN ASSOCIATION WITH ADRIAN GRANT FOR KEY CONCERTS PRESENT

Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

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So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone more serious, Elle sets out to win him back by putting down the credit card and hitting the books. Ready to revamp her image, Elle goes where no Delta Nu sorority girl has gone before – Harvard Law School!

The daredevil in high heels (alongside the cutest sidekick in the world, her Chihuahua Bruiser) proves that being yourself and going after what you want never goes out of style. @bfloc

Book by Heather Hach Music and Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin Based on the movie Legally Blonde

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Tickets £17.50 to £19.50 Over 60s £16.50 Under 18s £13.50 Family Ticket of 4 £46.50 (max 2 adults)

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Perennially perky Elle Woods is a girl who loves to be pampered and shop for the latest all-pink outfits (and matching handbags, of course). But don't let this seemingly ditsy fashionista fool you, this sorority sister is smarter than she seems and she doesn't take ‘no’ for an answer.

Times Evenings 7:30pm Thursday and Saturday Matinees 2pm

Blackpool & Fylde Light Opera Company presents

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Blackpool and Fylde Light Opera Company returns with yet another premiere for Blackpool!

Wednesday 28 to Saturday 31 October

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Legally Blonde the Musical

GRAND Musicals

Blackpool and Fylde Light Opera Company presents

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We work in partnership with a number of companies and, like all good partnerships, both sides benefit. Whether you’re hoping to establish your brand or raise your profile, improve employee relations or entertain clients, demonstrate a commitment to your community or develop a deeper relationship with your customers, partnership with The Grand can help you achieve your objective.

With over 120 productions a year and an audience of over 132,000, not to mention our extensive community participation programme, we can work with you to develop a bespoke package to help you meet your needs.

Call 01253 743340 to arrange a meeting and we’ll explore the options together.

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We are proud to work with the following partners FRIENDS

Media partners

Supporters

Theatre Tours

Stand on the raked stage and observe the cantilevered tiers of circles, boxes and pit. Discover the secrets of the great stage. Learn about flamboyant architect Frank Matcham and explore the warren of staircases that lead to the stars’ dressing rooms and beyond.

Dates Saturday 18 July, 11am Tuesday 11 August, 11am Wednesday 2 September, 11am Sunday 13 September (Heritage Open Day) Monday 12 October, 11am Saturday 21 November, 11am Tickets £10 Concessions £8 Grand Friends £8 Under 18s £8 Tours do include climbing stairs.

Theatre Talks Book one of our theatre talks for your group. There are four to choose from.

The History of The Grand Theatre The Stars of The Grand Theatre 1894 to 1981 Behind the Scenes Frank Matcham: Architect 1854 - 1920 Talks £25 minimum (£1.00 per person if more than 25 people.)

Talks last approx 45mins to 1hr

Play Reading Group A friendly, informal group that simply enjoys reading and talking about plays.

No prior experience of acting or stagecraft is required; and you don’t even have to read if you don’t want to.

We have read everything from Greek Tragedy to Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde to J.B. Priestley. Jennifer Smethurst, a qualified speech & drama tutor, guides

us through the readings and raises issues that we might like to discuss. This is a thoroughly relaxing, interesting and fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon.

Please contact box office for dates.

Readings £3.50 (50p script hire)

Photographic Sessions Join us for our Photographic Sessions led by internationally renowned photographer, Sean Conboy (seanconboy.co.uk). This unique Masterclass will provide you with the skills needed to photograph beautiful structures and interiors.

Sean has photographed The Grand officially for many years and his work is regularly used in all our media as well as many international magazines.

Date: Monday 11 January 2016 Tickets £40 (9:45am - 2:30pm) Sessions can involve climbing stairs.

GRAND Tours, Talks & Photographic

As one of the most important community assets in the region, The Grand offers your business a powerful way to reinforce your brand image, allowing you to promote your company's name, products and services to a wider, more targeted audience.

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GRAND Partnerships

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Many people dislike Larry Campbell, but none feel more embittered than David Ryder.

Ryder pursues his vendetta by obtaining a key to Campbell's flat with the intention of killing him.

In Murder with Love, deceit, suspicion, blackmail and incrimination weave together into a web of crime with a tantalizing twist at the climax...

Francis Durbridge was an acclaimed English playwright and author, a prolific writer of books and plays for TV, radio and stage. @talkingscarlet

Times Evenings 7:30pm Wednesday and Saturday Matinees 2:30pm Tickets Opening Night Offer: 2 for 1 on top-price tickets Evenings £16 to £20 Matinees £14 Concessions £2 off (Evenings only) Grand Friends £5 off opening night, £2 off rest of the week

Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

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Talking Scarlet return to Blackpool following their gripping performance of Double Death in 2014.

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by Francis Durbridge

Tuesday 21 to Saturday 25 July

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Murder with Love

GRAND Drama

Talking Scarlet presents

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Agatha Christie's

A Miss Marple Mystery

Monday 28 September to Saturday 3 October

Following the success of Classic Ghosts in 2015, Middle Ground Theatre Company returns with a lavish new production of a classic Miss Marple mystery.

Times Evenings 7:30pm Wednesday and Saturday Matinees 2pm

Unable to resist, the group gather at the house at the appointed time, when the lights go out and a gun is fired. Enter Miss Marple, who must unravel a complex series of relationships and events to solve the mystery of the killer...

Concessions £3 off Grand Friends £5 off opening night, £3 off rest of the week

@MGTheatreCo Friday 2 October - 7:30pm Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

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Adapted for the stage by Leslie Darbon.

Directed & designed by Michael Lunney

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The residents of Chipping Cleghorn are astonished to read an advert in the local newspaper that a murder will take place this coming Friday at Little Paddocks, the home of Letitia Blacklock.

Tickets Evenings £19.50 to £26.50 Matinees £13.50 to £19.50

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Starring Judy Cornwell as Miss Marple with Diane Fletcher (House Of Cards), Tom Butcher (The Bill), Sarah Thomas (Last Of The Summer Wine), Rachel Bright (EastEnders) and Dean Smith (Waterloo Road).

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A Murder is Announced

GRAND Drama

Middle Ground Theatre Company Ltd presents

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@TheRSC Friday 8 April – 7:15pm Friday 8 April – 7:15pm Friday 8 April – 5:45pm

There will be opportunities for schools and families to take part in workshops surrounding this exciting performance. More information will be available via our website.

A co-production between the Royal Shakespeare Company and amateur companies across the UK. This is an arrangement developed between the RSC and Equity.

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Tickets Evenings £19 to £24 Thursday and Saturday Matinees £19 Up to 4 Under18s half price with every full paying adult Concessions £3 off Grand Friends £5 off opening night, £3 off rest of the week Groups 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off (Evenings only) School Groups (Tuesday to Friday only) £9.50 Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

The Royal Shakespeare Company in association with Poulton Drama and the Grand Theatre, Blackpool present

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The nation’s favourite Shakespeare play is performed as never before; magically intertwining professional and amateur actors, deep in an enchanted wood on Midsummer’s night. During its tour of the UK, catch the show in Blackpool where local amateur theatre group Poulton Drama will perform with the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Times Evenings 7:15pm Thursday and Saturday Matinees 1:15pm

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In 2016, the Royal Shakespeare Company and Poulton Drama will take you on a very special Midsummer adventure with a unique production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Tuesday 5 to Saturday 9 April 2016

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A Midsummer Night's Dream

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The Royal Shakespeare Company in association with Poulton Drama and Blackpool's Grand Theatre present

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In a new production that opened to excellent reviews in London last year, the magical story of Frank Capra’s iconic film is retold as a radio play, complete with sound effects created live on stage. This loving tribute to the golden era of the wireless is a fresh take on a heartwarming and timely classic.

So what are you waiting for... If you're aged 18 to 26 you have even more opportunities to see our shows at a discounted rate - and these are not hard-to-sell seats up 'in the gods' but some of the best seats in the house. We have amazing offers this season.

The deal... On selected shows look for the Under26s logo. We will offer 50 tickets for just £12.50, and like we say they're the best seats available at the time of booking.* Book your Under26 tickets today... Tickets can be purchased in advance. Simply call into the box office or phone and ask for an 'Under26' ticket (Under26 tickets cannot currently be purchased online). Bring your ID when picking up your tickets (proof of age is required for this offer). Tickets should be picked up no later than 30 minutes before curtain up.

Please note: *Our standard Under26 ticket deals may not be available for special events, one-off performances or collaborations, but we'll always try to have alternate (concession) discount offers available for you. Subject to availability. On week runs the tickets will be available mid week only (Mon-Fri). You must be aged 18-26 to redeem the offer, ID will be needed. Offer cannot be used in conjunction with other offers. Under26s offer can be removed from sale at any time.

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‘A lovely adaptation that’s both cleverly witty and movingly heartfelt.’

THE STAGE

Are you Under26? #GTU26

Tickets Evenings £19 to £24 Matinee £19 Concessions £3 off Grand Friends £5 off opening night, £3 off rest of the week Groups 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off School Groups £9.50

@IAWLTour Adapted from the Frank Capra film by Tony Palermo.

Directed by Guy Retallack.

GRAND Drama

Times Evenings 7:30pm Wednesday Matinee 2pm

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It’s A Wonderful Life tells the iconic story of idealist George Bailey, whose dreams look set to be dashed by small-town scandal and big business. Alone on a bridge, he decides that everyone would be better off without him…or would they? It falls to hapless guardian angel, Clarence, to try and save him.

Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 October

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It's A Wonderful Life

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GRAND Under 26

James Seabright and Climar Productions present the Bridge House production

Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

Original cast photograph by Anton Hewins.

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Times Evenings 7:30pm Wednesday and Saturday Matinees 2:30pm

Sherlock Holmes and Dr John H Watson are drawn into one of the darkest plots ever to shake the foundations of England. There are freemasons, conspiracies and plots at the highest level of the establishment.

Tickets Opening Night Offer: 2 for 1 on top-price tickets

But for Holmes, there is also a uniquely personal element to this new and terrifying case…

Evenings £16 to £20 Matinees £14

@talkingscarlet Friday 6 November - 7:30pm

Concessions £2 off Grand Friends £5 off opening night, £2 off the rest of the week Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

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GRAND Drama

The grisly serial killings of prostitutes and vulnerable women in Victorian Whitechapel have been dubbed by the popular press as the work of 'Jack the Ripper'. They are the talk of London, and from deep within the smog-ridden slums, yet another piercing shriek is heard.

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by Brian Clemens

Tuesday 3 to Saturday 7 November

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Sherlock Holmes & The Ripper Murders

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Talking Scarlet presents

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This 'Brave New World' has no family, religion or war. Lust and pleasure have replaced love and art.

People are safe, healthy and not afraid of death. They get what they want, and they never want what they can't have. Everyone is happy now.

When this stability is threatened, one young woman learns the pain of love and one young man gives in to the love of pain.

Tickets Opening Night Offer: 2 for 1 tickets Evenings £19 to £24 Matinees £19 Concessions £3 off (Evenings only) Grand Friends £5 off opening night, £3 off rest of the week

‘A brilliant tour de force... Full of barbed wit and malice-spiked frankness. Provoking, stimulating, shocking and dazzling.’

THE OBSERVER on BRAVE NEW WORLD (THE BOOK)

Groups 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off (Evenings only)

Age guidance 14 years +

School Groups £9.50 (Tuesday to Friday)

@TCTcompany Friday 27 November - 7:30pm PRE SHOW

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An Insight Into Brave New World - Thursday 26 November, 12:30pm Wednesday 25 November (please book Pre and Post talks in advance)

GRAND Drama

Welcome to the future, where a genetically engineered class system has finally brought order and stability to the world. Aldous Huxley’s ingenious fantasy of the future bursts onto the stage in a world premiere adaptation by award-winning playwright Dawn King, with original music score by These New Puritans.

Times Evenings 7:30pm Thursday and Saturday Matinees 2pm

Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

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I don't want comfort. I want danger. I want freedom. I want sin.

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Brave New World

Tuesday 24 to Saturday 28 November

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Touring Consortium Theatre Company and Royal & Derngate Northampton present the world premiere of Aldous Huxley’s

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A big smile... The Grand has been welcoming families for generations. All our staff pride themselves on greeting families with a big smile and helpful support. Over the next three years we have made it one of our top priorities to become even more Family Friendly.

So get your little ones dressed up as their favourite character and come and see Sing-a-long-a FROZEN where YOU, the audience, are the stars!

Family Friendly shows... We work hard to bring you the best touring family shows, including Peppa Pig, The Tiger Who Came To Tea, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and Gangsta Granny. PLUS this season we launch smaller scale shows in The STUDIO.

Sooooo ‘do you wanna build a snowman…?’

Making it easier... We’re all about making your visit enjoyable and stress-free. We have great baby changing facilities and will be installing a new buggy park area in the stalls. We will be changing our family tickets to make them more diverse for all family group sizes. Over the next six months we will also be implementing healthier drinks and snacks, a Family Friendly Guide to our facilities and standards, plus a live performance feed into our Stage Door Bar.

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The Grand Theatre is signed up to the Family Arts Standard with Family and Childcare Trust and works with VisitBlackpool and Blackpool Council on being Family Friendly.

Age guidance 5 years + @Singalonga

Valuing families and providing a great family experience

GRAND Family

Tickets £17 Under 18s £12 Groups 20+ £11

Family Tickets For 4 £45.50 (2 adults and 2 children) For 3 £35.50 (1 adult and 2 children)

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The event is introduced by a live host to guide you through this interactive screening, showing you how to use your free prop bag, warm up your singing voices and teach you some dance moves with the help of a couple of special princesses.

Times 11am and 3pm

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Sing-a-long-a FROZEN is an exciting day out for all the family, featuring a full screening of Disney’s FROZEN with lyrics on screen.

Sunday 30 August

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GRAND Family

Sing-a-long-a FROZEN

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The Grand Theatre is part of the Cultural Learning Alliance and is a registered venue for the Children's University Programme.

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The Grand hosts the Fylde Coast Youth Dance Company.

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In 2016, The Grand will host the Royal Shakespeare Company’s A Midsummer Night's Dream, giving a group of local school children the chance to perform alongside professional actors. Regional schools and community groups will have the opportunity to get involved through Active Approaches to Shakespeare Workshops.

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The Grand Theatre is one of only 10 national theatres to work in partnership with the Royal Shakespeare Company Learning Performance Network Programme.

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The Grand runs professional level workshops to support and develop local artists.

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The Grand runs training opportunities for teachers. Through our partnership with Blackpool Culture Hub, future programmes of work are being developed.

Have you thought about using your Pupil Premium against our shows and workshops?

LIVE ON STAGE!

Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger!

Times Saturday 1:30pm and 4:30pm Sunday 10am and 12pm

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

Tickets £13

Age guidance 3 years + @TigersTeaLive Pre-show family theatre workshop prior to the Saturday, 1:30pm performance. This event is free, however, places are limited; call box office to reserve your space when booking your ticket.

Working in partnership with

A musical play adapted and directed by David Wood, based on the book by Judith Kerr.

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GRAND Family

The Grand works in partnership with Blackpool Council's Family Learning Team, Library Service, Arts Service, Music Service, Blackpool and The Fylde College and Grundy Art Gallery.

The Grand is now a Trinity College registered Arts Award centre. We are currently helping to facilitate delivery of Discover & Explore, and Bronze Shakespeare Challenge Arts Award, as well as piloting the delivery of show-specific opportunities.

School Groups £8.50 /blackpoolgrand

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KW & NB Ltd present

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Coming Soon Sat 16 - Sun 17 July 2016

Nanki-Poo, son of The Mikado, has fled to escape an arranged marriage.

Disguised as a musician, he fell in love with Yum-Yum, who was betrothed to her guardian Ko-Ko. A year later, on learning that Ko-Ko was condemned to death for flirting, Nanki-Poo hurries back to claim his love. @GSoperaco

Tickets Gondoliers – £21 to £30 Pinafore – £21 to £30 (Eve); £19 to £27 (Mat) Mikado – £24 to £33 (Eve); £21 to £30 (Mat) Under 16s half price (max 2 per adult) Over 60s £2 off (top two price bands) Grand Friends 2 for 1 (Tuesday 10 only) Groups 10+ £3 off, 20+ £5 off (top two price bands)

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Book all 3 G&S operas together, get £12 off total (top two price bands only)

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Aboard the HMS Pinafore, the Captain’s daughter, Josephine, falls in love with a lower-class sailor instead of her father’s choice, the First Lord of the Admiralty.

Ralph and Josephine decide to elope but the captain discovers their plan.

However, a surprise disclosure changes things dramatically!

Times Gondoliers – Tues and Wed 7:30pm Pinafore – Thurs 2:30pm and 7:30pm Mikado – Fri and Sat 7:30pm, Sat 2:30pm

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

'...a riot of all singing all dancing nonsense.'

Daily Mail

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The Gondoliers brothers Marco and Guiseppe lead a charmed life, but, following the arrival of the Spanish aristocracy, a royal dilemma is presented – one of them is the King of Barataria. As babies they were entrusted into the care of a drunken gondolier who mixed up the soon-to-be prince with his own son.

Tuesday 10 to Saturday 14 November

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The Gondoliers, HMS Pinafore,The Mikado

GRAND Classics

The National Gilbert and Sullivan Opera Company presents

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Bizet’s Carmen One of the most famous and seductive operas of all time, Bizet’s irresistibly emotional Carmen guarantees an evening of passion and romance. This dazzling production features Bizet’s unforgettable melodies including the best known baritone aria of all, the Toreador’s Song. The brand new set reflects the stunning architecture of Seville and its main square with Roman and Moorish influences.

Tickets £18 to £35 Student Stampede: 60 tickets at £8 available on the day /blackpoolgrand

Sung in English with English surtitles

Times Die Fledermaus – Tuesday 7:30pm Carmen – Wednesday 7:30pm Tosca – Sunday 7:30pm

Sung in French with English surtitles

Puccini’s Tosca This traditional production is a heady mixture of true love, torture and treachery, with two of the best roles for tenor and soprano, plus a truly blood-curdling villain.

Sung in Italian with English surtitles.

@OperaBalletIntl

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Ellen Kent Double Bill £55 Ellen Kent Triple Bill £82 (Die Fledermaus, Carmen, Tosca)

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Johann Strauss’ Die Fledermaus This unique version includes two champagne fountains, two bats, a mystery guest and an introduction of some scenes from the Russian Die Fledermaus which are unique to this production. Strauss’ light-hearted opera set in late 19th-century Vienna combines a cast of colourful characters with some of opera’s most popular musical moments in a story of love, laughter and sweet revenge.

Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 November; Sunday 7 February

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Die Fledermaus, Carmen,Tosca

GRAND Classics

Opera & Ballet International proudly presents three Ellen Kent productions

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The Snow Maiden Protected from the outside world by Father Frost, the exquisite Snow Maiden plays innocently amongst the dancing snowflakes in the enchanted Land of Frost. Based on a traditional folk-tale, this ballet is set in the snow covered landscape of rural Russia. Captivated by the colourful village of the human world, the Snow Maiden ventures too far and is swept up by feelings of love, temptation and betrayal. When finally she surrenders herself completely and warms to love, her heart melts in a tragic embrace.

The Nutcracker The most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. As snowflakes drift outside, the warm glow of the open fire sends flickering shadows across the boughs of the Christmas tree and all the presents beneath. When midnight strikes we are swept away to a fairy-tale world where nothing is quite as it seems: toy dolls spring to life, the Mouse-king and his Mouse-army battle with the Nutcracker Prince, and we travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins.

Accompanied by The Orchestra of the Russian State Ballet conducted by Anatoly Tchepurnoi. @RaymondGubbay #GuiDANCEonline

Tickets £17 to £41.50 Concessions £2 off Family Ticket of 4 (max 2 adults) £105

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Ballet Double Bill £70 Ballet Triple Bill £99 (Giselle, The Snow Maiden, The Nutcracker)

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GRAND Classics

Times Giselle – Friday 7:30pm The Snow Maiden – Saturday 2:30pm and 7:30pm The Nutcracker – Sunday 2:30pm and 5:30pm

Giselle The Snow Maiden The Nutcracker Performed by

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia Accompanied by

The Orchestra of The Russian State Ballet

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Giselle The most poignant of all classical ballets is filled with dramatic passion in a chilling and heart-rending tale of love, treachery and forgiveness from beyond the grave. The moving story of delicate Giselle and her aristocratic yet duplicitous lover Albrecht is set to a glorious score.

From the visual splendor of the rustic villagers gathering the harvest, to the eerie moonlit forest haunted by beautifully drifting spirits – this production is unforgettable.

Friday 8 to Sunday 10 January 2016

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Giselle, The Snow Maiden, The Nutcracker

Russia's acclaimed ballet company returns to Blackpool for the 2016 UK Tour

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The Russian State Ballet presents

Offer excludes Nutcracker

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Visual artist Hetain Patel’s Let’s Talk About Dis, is a mischievous and intimate piece that questions what identity is and how it is formed. With seductive charm, Hetain challenges audiences to think beyond surface appearances, exposing hidden prejudices and absurd political correctness.

Alexander Whitley creates visually striking movementdriven dance pieces. Set to a mesmerising score by Composer Nils Frahm – reworked by Rutger Zuydervelt – this is a lasting and emotive piece performed by Candoco’s dancers with reckless flair.

Critically acclaimed Joss Arnott Dance presents a triple bill that will take you on a gripping journey of power, precision and heart-pounding choreography from one of the most exciting names in British contemporary dance.

Tickets Book your tickets before 17 August and get £5 off top price tickets!

The company has joined forces with GRAMMY Awardwinning composer and percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie, to co-write an original score with Musical Director James Keane and will perform live for the climax of the programme Wide Awakening.

£13.50 to £19.50 Full Time Students £3 off

5|0 is a birthday celebration marking the company’s 5th and Dame Evelyn’s 50th so expect a high-octane, adrenaline-fuelled evening of dance and live music.

Groups 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off School Groups £9.50

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Tickets £13.50 to £19.50 Full Time Students £3 off Groups 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off School Groups £9.50

‘A truly cutting-edge company… they blend power and strength with flashes of elegance and beauty!’

YORKSHIRE EVENING POST

'A fantastically smart piece. These terrific dancers are brimful of mischief.'

THE GUARDIAN BSL interpreted (please book Post talks in advance)

Time 7:30pm

@jossarnottdance @GuiDANCEonline #fiveO

Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

Thursday 19 November (please book Post talks in advance)

Photo: Hugo Glendinning

GRAND Dance

Time 7:30pm

Thursday 19 November

Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

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Candoco Dance Company, the world’s leading contemporary dance company of disabled and nondisabled performers, has been creating acclaimed and cutting-edge work for over twenty years.

5|0

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A Double Bill

Joss Arnott Dance presents

Wednesday 21 October

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Candoco Dance Company presents

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Thursday 19 November

in

@jossarnottdance @GuiDANCEonline #fiveO Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just

Zoonation Dance Company, co-produced by Sadler’s Wells and Leicester Curve, £12.50 and (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26 supported by the National Lottery through Arts Council England.

Sunday express

Coming Soon - June 2016 www.TheLastTangoTour.co.uk

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School Groups £9.50

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Groups 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off

‘A truly cutting-edge company… they blend power and strength with flashes of elegance and beauty!’

YORKSHIRE EVENING POST

Thursday 19 November (please book Post talks in advance)

Simone CaCaCe

Full Time Students £3 off

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5|0 is a birthday celebration marking the company’s 5th and Dame Evelyn’s 50th so expect a high-octane, adrenaline-fuelled evening of dance and live music.

Tickets £13.50 to £19.50

@Grand_Theatre

The company has joined forces with GRAMMY Awardwinning composer and percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie, to co-write an original score with Musical Director James Keane and will perform live for the climax of the programme Wide Awakening.

Time 7:30pm

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Critically acclaimed Joss Arnott Dance presents a triple bill that will take you on a gripping journey of power, precision and heart-pounding choreography from one of the most exciting names in British contemporary dance.

Vincent & FlaVia

GRAND Dance

Into the Hoods: 5|0 Remixed

GRAND Dance

COMING SOON IN MARCH 2016 Joss Arnott Dance presents

the nation’s favourite Strictly come Dancing stars in their ultimate farewell stage show

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Stan's Cafe presents

GRAND Hearts THEATRE of Shadows

Damion Larkin presents

DNA Puppetry and Visual Theatre presents

Laugh Out Loud Chicken Comedy Club Licken

Friday 25 and Saturday 26 September

Friday 2 October

Thursday 15 October, Thursday 19 November, Thursday 17 December

Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October

Time: 8pm Times: Friday 7pm and Saturday 2pm

Time: 8pm

The benshi were live narrators of Japanese silent films, and now the This fast-paced and witty show benshi is back to narrate the Stan’s follows the story of Callum and Anna, Cafe movie, Shadows! Witty, poetic struggling to find ‘The One’. They each and subversive, join him for his have an awful track record with dates, commentary on the lives of the until they discover the world of online movie’s cast. In love with the film’s dating. Numerous characters are star, he believes he has the chance to played by just two performers. make her love him back...or does he?

Tickets £6, Groups of 4 £20

Tickets £6, Groups of 4 £20

Damion brings you comedians from all the major TV panel shows and roadshows, plus the best of the rest.

Previously he's booked Jason Manford, John Bishop and Sarah Millican before they hit the big time. So come and see more brilliant comedians!

Tickets £6, Groups of 4 £20

GRAND The STUDIO

The Knotted Project presents

Time: Saturday 11am and 2pm, Sunday 12pm and 3pm A baby chick is born and thinks the sky is falling down. On the way to tell the King, she meets Henny Penny, Ducky Lucky & Turkey Lurkey, but there's a shocking surprise!

Mixed into this recipe of food, puppets and music is the story of Little Red Hen and sly Foxy Loxy.

Tickets £6, Groups of 4 £20

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THE SPACE Lonely A Translation

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GRAND THEATRE

The Grand Theatre is delighted to announce a new programme of events taking place in our improved studio space, including children’s shows, comedy and drama, thanks to the generous support of LeftCoast.

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THE STUDIO

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Pop music’s greatest decade is brought back to life through iconic fashion, newsreels and video footage of the period, including the hits made famous by the biggest and best bands from the era. Performed by The Overtures, dubbed ‘the best band of their kind in the world’ by Sir Elton John, The Bootleg Sixties encapsulates the essence of the sixties in this hit-packed, epic two-hour show.

A show for everyone! @bootlegsixties

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Sunday 19 July Time 7:30pm

Tickets £20 to £24

Billy comes alive on a giant screen while his Fury’s Tornados play live below, providing an atmosphere that is both electric and emotional.

‘Rock 'n' Roll Heaven! A great 60s night out!’

THE STAGE @BillyFuryStory1

The Solo Tour

The Reach Out Tour

Sunday 2 and Sunday 23 August

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £22

The last major world tour...

Britain’s biggest Motown spectacular returns with an allnew, all-star show. Featuring the music of the Four Tops, Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more.

For almost two hours Joan takes the audience through her career’s songbook, sharing some of the highlights of the last four decades.

Five-star performances revive over

36 back-to-back hits with all the dazzling dance moves, glittering costume changes and musical

brilliance of the original artistes.

‘A spellbinding performance from start to finish.’

DAILY RECORD @MagicOfMotown

GRAND Entertainment

Featuring The Overtures

Magic of Motown

Sunday 9 August

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £28 Concessions £3 off

If there was ever any doubt that Joan Armatrading is more, much more, than those first great songs that brought her to the world’s attention – Love And Affection, Me Myself I, Drop The Pilot, Willow – this show incalculably supports the claim.

This never to be repeated show should not be missed at any cost. @armatradingjoan

Sunday 16 August

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £31.50

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The Billy Fury Story To mark what would have been Billy Fury's 75th birthday and 32 years after his sad death, the original Fury’s Tornados fondly remember their precious times with him and replay his timeless hits live on stage. Including the songs, Last Night Was Made For Love, I Will, Jealousy, Halfway To Paradise, and many, many more.

Joan Armatrading

Easy Theatres presents

@Grand_Theatre

Halfway to Paradise –

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The Bootleg Sixties Sight and Sound Show

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Lewis Schaffer was one of the top comedians in the home of stand-up comedy, New York City.

But a short visit to London in 2000 went very wrong when love and marriage took him from his beloved New York and gave him children, divorce and heartache in the UK.

Tuesday 1 September Time 8pm

Tickets Free Admission

@LewisSchaffer 50

Between the story, the gags, the magic, and Daniel’s incredible portrayal of show-business legend Tommy Cooper, this promises to be a very special show. This production has the blessing of Tommy’s estate, and his daughter Vicky.

Friday 4 and Saturday 5 September

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £16 Concessions £2 off

'As if the great man was actually present in the room.'

BRITISH THEATRE GUIDE

‘A bloody good laugh.’

TIME OUT Age guidance 16 years +

ELO Again gives you a dramatic taste of what the classic ELO were like in the heyday, with a professional re-enactment of an ELO concert featuring great sound reproduction, a light show and fantastic visual effects.

@DTL_Productions Tickets must be booked; a voluntary collection will be made at the end of the show. Maximum 2 tickets per household.

Are you 18-26?

50 tickets (per performance) available for this show at just £12.50 (T&C apply).Tickets go quick, so call us now! #GTU26

ELO Again provides the full effect of ELO’s orchestrations, with depth and tone, as the hits keep on coming. Live cellos and the infamous blue violin make this show the best ELO tribute out there and certainly the most musically authentic.

A Night of ELO performed by ELO Again pays tribute to the beautifully crafted songs of Jeff Lynne and ELO, including Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Showdown, Telephone Line plus many more. @ELO_AGAIN

GRAND Entertainment

The acclaimed New York comedian combines the comedy genes of Joan Rivers and Jackie Mason with the relevance of the freshest British comics.

West End and Blood Brothers star Daniel Taylor takes to the stage as Tommy Cooper in the knockout performance of the year. Daniel will be joined on stage by Gareth Jones (Gaz Top) and Sharon Byatt.

The Ken Dodd Happiness Show Ken Dodd's incredible and hugely successful career as a professional entertainer now spans over 60 fun-filled years.

Sunday 27 September

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £22 Concessions £2 off Groups 10+ £2.50 off

Sundays 4, 11, 18, 25 October and 1 November

He is a comedian of unrivalled legendary status: an icon and national treasure who has been entertaining audiences for a lifetime of happiness and laughter.

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

Time 7pm

Tickets £21 to £24

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Lewis Schaffer isn't a tourist.

He isn't here on business. He's a hostage.

ELO Again A Night of ELO

@Grand_Theatre

is Free until Famous

The Tommy Cooper Show

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Lewis Schaffer

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It's time to put the satire on hold and watch a grown man act the goat. Come along and enjoy the nonsense.

WARNING: This show will contain wobbly props, one reference to a panda and a song about getting water in your ear after you've been swimming.

Support act Tony Vino ‘Offering line after line of glorious goofing.’

THE TIMES @RealTimVine

Thursday 15 October Time 8pm

Tickets £24

Starring Carol Kaye, Tracey Jordan, Dianne Lee Carol and Jo Jo Savage as The Divas, Britain's Got Talent finalist Eva Iglesias, X Factor star Shelley Smith and the simply wonderful Stacey Solomon. It promises to be an evening you won't forget in a hurry!

Plus a host of special guests will be joining us to ensure it is nonstop entertainment of the finest quality guaranteed!

Age guidance 16 years +

Monday 19 October

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £17 to £22

Celebrating 70 years in show business this year, the Hollywood legend and James Bond star Sir Roger Moore chats with biographer Gareth Owen about his extraordinary life and career.

An ordinary woman with an extraordinary gift, she believes that she has been able to communicate with people beyond the grave. Sally’s infectiously fun and down-toearth personality often leaves audiences in fits of laughter, bringing a refreshing twist to the work of mediums.

Featuring inside stories and exclusive anecdotes from an astonishing career that has included the hit TV series The Saint and The Persuaders, plus Hollywood blockbusters and, of course, seven iconic movies as the world’s most famous spy, 007.

@SallyMorganTV The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.

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Sir Roger Moore

World-renowned psychic and star of TV’s Psychic Sally on the Road, Sally Morgan returns with her sensational live show.

This is a fantastic and unique evening out not to be missed.

Book your tickets now to see this phenomenal psychic in action!

GRAND Entertainment

Blackpool favourite Miss Stella Artois is your host for this fabulous fun-filled production!

An Evening With

© Terry O’Neill

Thursday 22 October

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £26

There will also be a unique opportunity to put your own question, live, to Sir Roger at the end of the show.

‘A marvellous raconteur.’

DAILY MAIL (BAZ BAMIGBOYE) @mooreontouruk

Friday 23 October

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £27

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For his first stand-up tour in 4 years, the punslinger returns with lots of new jokes, silly songs and twitchy dancing. Joke, joke, joke.

Prop, prop, prop. Song, song, song. (Sorry the laptop's jammed.)

Tim Timinee Tim Timinee Tim Tim To You

Psychic Sally on the Road

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Divas at The Grand

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Tim Vine

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featuring Alan Williams

Sweet are the quintessential glam rockers who have spent over three years in the UK charts.

The Rubettes (feat. Alan Williams) are one of the true icons of 70’s Glam. @FM_Ent

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Friday 20 November Time 7:30pm

Tickets £24 to £28

The 80s are back as three critically acclaimed legends of the era join forces in this major new UK tour. Celebrating their 30th anniversary, Go West together in concert with Nik Kershaw and very special guest Carol Decker from T’Pau are united for one night only in Blackpool!

With millions of albums sales and iconic hits such as We Close Our Eyes, Call Me, King Of Wishful Thinking, Wouldn’t It Be Good, The Riddle, I Won’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me, Heart and Soul and the classic China in Your Hand, this authentic eighties triple header is not to be missed. @FM_Ent

Saturday 21 November

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £27.50 to £31.50

Classic Rock Spectacular

Poulton-le-Fylde Band, under the musical director Dave Collins and alongside host Father Geoff Bottoms, will celebrate the festive season in rousing style.

Packed with all your favourite sing-along carols and festive melodies, this family friendly concert is the perfect start to your Christmas.

GRAND Entertainment

The

LIve IN CoNCeRT

Starring Steve Steinman

Poulton-le-Fylde Band returns to Blackpool's Grand Theatre with the heart-warming Grand Christmas Concert - a fabulous festive treat for all the family.

Mud 2 Rubettes T’Pau FINale Tour

Three of the greatest, most exuberant, live bands of the seventies team up for Glitz, Blitz & 70's Hitz!

The members of Mud 2 combine their talents to keep Les Gray’s sound and hits alive! Mud found fame in the 70s and their song Lonely This Christmas was the Christmas No. 1.

in concert with very special guest

Friday 18 December

Time 8pm

Tickets £16 Up to 4 Under18s half price with every full paying adult

Are you 18-26?

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As the Club Live and Let Die burns to the ground, Barron Von Rockula flees with his band of blood-sucking vampires.

Eventually they come across an old abandoned fairground ride whereupon they take refuge and make it their new home.

A superb cast of singers, dancers and a formidable band blasts its way through the greatest-ever rock anthems, including: We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Sweet Child of Mine, and many more!

‘Fantastic, sexy, very funny, and fabulously over the top show.’

NOTTINGHAM POST

Saturday 16 January 2016

Time 7:30pm

Tickets £21 to £25

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the

Vampires Rock Ghost Train

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Sweet & Mud 2 plus special guests The Rubettes (feat. Alan Williams)

Grand Christmas Concert

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Go West & Nik Kershaw

Glitz, Blitz & 70's Hitz

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A Murder is Announced - Friday 2 October 7:30pm Sherlock Holmes - Friday 6 November 7:30pm Brave New World - Friday 27 November 7:30pm Snow White (Pantomime) - Saturday 12 December 2pm A Midsummer Night's Dream - Friday 8 April 7:15pm

Forthcoming BSL Interpreted performances: Snow White (Pantomime) - Saturday 12 December 2pm

AUDIO DESCRIPTION

If you are blind or partially sighted, we don’t want you to miss out on anything that happens in the show.

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Like a narrator telling a story, a trained describer will tell you about the things you might not be able to see, describing body language, expressions and movements, so that you can keep up with the action. There is a live introduction, which will tell you about the characters, their costumes and the appearance of the set 15 minutes before the start of the show.

BSL INTERPRETED PERFORMANCES

Our BSL Interpreted performances feature an onstage interpreter who converts the words into British Sign Language. BSL has a unique structure and syntax and the interpreter will spend several weeks learning a script before performing their translation.

TOUCH TOURS

Before an Audio Described performance, we are sometimes able to offer Touch Tours to help you immerse yourself in the show (subject to visiting company approval) enabling you to explore the stage and get a feel of the set. Please ask about availability when booking your ticket for an Audio Described performance.

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Wheelchair access to the stalls is currently Through Stage Door Café Bar in Matcham Court (street level access). However, we will be fitting a wheelchair lift in the autumn from the foyer to the stalls. Please ask for further information when booking. Lift access is no longer available to the dress circle.

ASSISTANCE DOGS

Recognised Assistance Dogs are welcome. A “Recognised Assistance Dog” is one which has been specifically trained to assist a disabled person and that has been qualified by one of the charitable organisations registered as members of Assistance Dogs UK. Assistance Dogs trained by members of Assistance Dogs UK will have formal identification and have been endorsed by the Department of Health, on the basis that the dog’s high standards of training, behaviour, health and welfare are such that it should be permitted to accompany its client, owner, or partner, at all times and in all places.

Box Office Our main ticketing office is located at: The Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire FY1 1HT Telephone 01253 743340 (Group Sales 01253 743232)

GRAND Seating

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS

Online Nearly all our shows are available online. Simply visit our 'Shows' page to select or search for what's on. To book your tickets simply click 'Book' and follow the step-by-step instructions. Our online booking allows you to 'select your own seats'. The system will also offer you the best available package on purchasing multiple shows.

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Forthcoming Audio Described performances:

Our Audio Described performances give you a live commentary about the action happening on stage through a pair of headphones.

There are three easy ways to book tickets for a performance at the Grand Theatre, Blackpool. Easy...visit our box office, Easier...by phone, Easiest...book online

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Our aim is to make your visit as enjoyable and comfortable as possible. Do advise the box office when booking your seats of any individual requirements you may have - we’re here to help. The correct seating position is essential so please book through our box office on 01253 290190, box office will willingly guide you through the process.

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GRAND Accessibility

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I would just like to say a huge thank you to everyone who helped make Hairspray a positive experience for me and my friend who are both visually impaired. You were great from booking the tickets and explaining the seating and Audio Description. Taking care of the little things that people with visual impairments would worry about when going to a show e.g. finding your seat, getting a drink, finding the toilets etc. I have not been to an Audio Described show since I was a child and it has been great to watch a show without a friend or a family member having to explain what is going on. After this experience I now feel confident to take my niece to a show by myself because you have been so helpful. - Audience member

DISABLED

If you are disabled and cannot attend the theatre without a companion we will offer a guest ticket for your companion to sit with you.

The Grand Theatre Blackpool is a member of Images by Sean Conboy (seanconboy.co.uk)

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The Grand is your theatre.

Come and be part of it.

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15%

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Programme

80.3% 13%

enhance their participation in and experience of key performances and events, including Boy Blue Entertainment and Breakin’ Convention.

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GRAND | Children's and Young People's

More than 120 young people took part in the choreographer James Wilton’s Grand Theatre residency. The activities ranged from contemporary dance workshops to seniorstudent master-classes and our first ever family class for local martial artists.

The Grand is part of the Cultural Learning Alliance and is a registered venue for the Children’s University Programme.

The Grand welcomed over 132,000 customers.

51,644 people 3.5% attended an event or show within our Children4.5% and Young People’s programme.

9.7% 8%

Over 300 young people and local performers were

inspired by The Grand to appear in flashmobs to 11%

19.4%

The Grand is one of 10 National venues in the RSC’s Learning and Performance Network (LPN). The Grand has assisted 4 Blackpool teachers and 1 local artist 17% to achieve a PG qualification in the Teaching of Shakespeare in conjunction with70% the RSC.

The Grand is one of only 10 UK venues that take part in Breakin’ Convention, an International Festival of Hip Hop Dance Theatre.

2.7% GRAND | Dance Audience (April to March 14/15)

67.3%

Local: 74% Regional: 15% Rest of UK: 11%

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The Grand Theatre is piloting the Shakespeare Challenge Arts Award alongside the LPN. We are now a registered Arts Award Centre.

Over 2000 children and young people have performed in school productions, including Schools 2.2% Alive and Au Revoir3.5% Review, on The Grand’s stage in 2014/15.

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8%

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33% of the dance audience were from Blackpool 194 bookers were first time attendees to The Grand

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19.4%

2.7%

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We successfully piloted a dance bus opportunity for undergraduate dance students.

Over 20 teachers were inspired by our Traditional Tales opportunity to engage children and young people with the stories behind shows including Sleeping Beauty and Hansel + Gretel.

International dance company Ultima Vez’s performance at The Grand was an opportunity for our local ‘Everybody Dance Now’ artists to engage with 60 regional undergraduate students and enhance their engagement with the show.

Funding Partners Like most regional theatres, The Grand relies on funding from various sources. Our principle funders are the Arts Council England and Blackpool Council. We also work in partnership with a number of organisations, designed to enhance the programme and maximise resources.

Blackpool Council Blackpool Council has been a long-standing partner of The Grand. Their support helps us to deliver their ambition to make a difference to

2.2% the lives and prospects of people who live, work and 3.5% learn in Blackpool and our ambition to 4.5% offer people the chance to see, participate and learn through 8% theatre.

Expenditure

Arts Council England 80.3% The Grand is one of Arts Council England’s National Portfolio Organisations, a network of organisations around the country that help the Arts Council to deliver on its mission of providing great art for everyone. The Grand is currently in the first year of a second three-year agreement. 13%

Artistic Partners The Grand Theatre continues its partnership with 17% Dance Touring Partnership, Touring Consortium, National Touring Group, the Royal Shakespeare 70% Company and Sadler’s Wells. We are also a founding partner of LeftCoast, the Arts Council England funded programme designed to inspire more people in Blackpool and Wyre to experience the arts, irrespective of where they live or their social, educational or financial circumstance.

2.2%

Income

Ticket Sales: 80.3% Activities for generating funds: 8% Grants: 4.5% Support from Blackpool Council: 3.5% Support from Friends of The Grand: 2.2% Sponsorship: 0.8% Donations: 0.6% Investment Income: 0.1%

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Theatre Productions: 67.3% Employment: 19.4% Establishment: 9.7% Administration/ Professional: 2.7% Fundraising Costs: 0.5% Governance: 0.3%

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19.4%

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Business partners Our business partners include 11% Pleasure Beach Resort, Daniel Thwaites plc and NatWest Commercial Banking.

Combined they have supported the arts at The Grand 15% for over 55 years. We also thank the Friends of the Grand for their continued support.

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You Last year our patrons gave more than ever before...we want to thank you!

It is thanksExpenditure to all our partners and individual donors, that the Grand Theatre continues to thrive and be an integral part of the local community as well, as a beacon for Blackpool’s Arts2.7% scene.

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If you want to make a donation to the theatre, just call 01253 290190. 19.4%

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GRAND Financial Sustainability

70% Local 13% Regional 17% Rest of the UK

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Workshops and Outreach Over 1500 Children and Young People took part in dance workshops and master classes.

Blackpool Grand Theatre Trust Ltd Registered in England and Wales No 1323495 Charity No 1022754 Blackpool Grand Theatre (Arts & Entertainments) Ltd Registered in England and Wales No 2825229 Charity No 506601

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The Grand also extends its work to communities outside the theatre building with an active creative learning and participation programme reaching schools, colleges and community groups across the region. The theatre is also proud to host the region’s leading amateur groups who take their place alongside the top class national and international companies on our stage.

April 2014 to March 2015

Over 100 children appeared in professional productions, including Sleeping Beauty pantomime and Breakin’ Convention.

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But The Grand is more than just a jewel of a building with a proud history. It is a dynamic powerhouse of art and entertainment, thrilling audiences today as it has for the last 120 years.

With a varied programme of drama, dance, comedy, musicals, opera, variety, family and children’s work it provides something for everybody.

GRAND | Our Audience

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GRAND Our Audience

The Grand is one of Britain’s premier heritage theatres, designed by the greatest of all theatre architects, Frank Matcham. When it opened in 1894 it was the first theatre in the country to be fully electric, using only electricity to power the lighting on stage and in the front of house areas. As a Grade II* listed building it is in the top eight per cent of all listed buildings in England and one of only 30 listed buildings in Blackpool. Little wonder it was dubbed ‘Matcham’s Masterpiece’.

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By Train Blackpool North Station is approximately five minutes by taxi; offering regular incoming direct services. First TransPennine Express offer train tickets without a booking fee tpexpress.co.uk or download their new App here tpexpress.co.uk/ tickets-offers/tickets/mobile-app/. National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50 or visit nationalrail.co.uk

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SAVE ON YOUR TRAVEL Take advantage of our West Street Car Park Ticket, offering discounted parking for just £2.50 (5.30pm - 12.30am). West Street Car Park Tickets must be purchased in conjunction with a show ticket. We highly recommend booking the ticket when booking your show ticket/s. Ticket does not guarantee availability of parking just discount. You must have your Grand Parking Ticket prior to entering the car park (SAT-NAV FY1 1HA) Map for illustration purposes only and is not to exact scale

P Parking The nearest car park to the Grand Theatre is West Street Car Park, above British Home Stores, right opposite the theatre: this is open until 12.30am and has been extensively refurbished for greater accessibility and safety. Lift access is available from all levels with the added security of CCTV.

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By Car Coming in from the M55 towards Exit 3, continue on A5230. At the roundabout, take the 2nd Exit onto Yeadon Way (go through one roundabout). At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Seasiders Way. Turn left onto Bloomfield Road. Turn right onto Lytham Road/B5262. Turn right onto Promenade/A584, Turn right onto Talbot Square. Take the first right onto Market Street. Take the first left onto West Street Car Park (Sat Nav FY1 1HA). Other car parks close by include: Hounds Hill Multi-Storey, Talbot Road Multi-Storey and Wilkinson Multi-Storey.

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8. Data Protection: When processing your booking the box office will ask your name, address, email address and telephone number. The Grand Theatre, Blackpool operates a box office service on behalf of venues and events in Blackpool, Wyre and Fylde as well as its own operation.

We would like to add or retain your details for speed of booking and for our marketing department so we can keep you aware of events and other developments. To be removed from our database contact the box office in the first instance.

By Bus/Tram Bus routes/times continually change. We advise calling 01253 473000 or visiting blackpooltransport.com for the very latest public travel information and timetables.

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5. Discounted Seats: Patrons must state discounts they are entitled to at the time of booking, as they cannot be applied retrospectively and are subject to availability.

Discounts only apply to selected shows where discounts are shown: Babies/children under 2 are welcome free if they share a seat with you (a ticket is still required for them), Family tick­ets of four (Min 1, Max 2 adults). Concessions: full-time students, under18s, Grand Friends, disabled, jobseekers and the over 60s. Only one concession applies per ticket. Photo and DOB ID is required when requesting.

Occasionally the producer of a show with the

6. The ticket holder is entitled to a seat of the value corresponding to that shown on the ticket and the Theatre reserves the right to provide alternative seating to those specified on the ticket. Where seating of a lesser value only is available, the ticket holder will be compensated to a maximum of the difference in value between the cost of the seats.

The ticket holder may be re-seated in higher priced seating at no additional cost at the discretion of the Theatre Management. In the event of a cancellation of a performance or event, the Theatre shall have no further liability other than the face value of the ticket.

7. Productions do not always contain live music and may loud noises, smoke or strobe lighting.

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3. Tickets are purchased for personal use only and are not purchased as any form of business or commercial activity. Tickets may not be resold or offered for resale by anyone at

4. Use of photographic, sound recording and mobile communications equipment is forbidden and you would be asked to leave the premises. No refund will be offered.

agreement of the Theatre will offer discounts and special offers through mailings, e-flyers, e-newsletters and texting services. These offers and discounts cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or discount and have no cash value.

The Theatre will not offer refunds retrospectively.

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2. The Management reserves the right: to make alterations to the advertised cast and programme; not to admit latecomers until the interval; to refuse admission; to refuse admittance to unaccompanied minors.

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1. Booking fees: In line with legislation our £1.50/£2.00 per ticket booking fee is now INCLUDED in all stated prices. The exchange of tickets to a different performance of the same show is subject to a charge of £1.50 per ticket. If you are unable to attend a performance for which you have booked, the box office will attempt to re-sell your tickets, although the selling of any unsold seats must take priority. There is a service charge of £1 for each ticket re-sold. Exchanges are free of charge to Friends of The Grand (24hrs prior).

Refunds cannot be made on tickets.

Fees can be changed at any time.

The Grand Theatre is committed to greener travel. We continue to encourage our patrons wherever possible to use public transport to reach the theatre.

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GRAND Conditions of Sale

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Band B: £2 off top price adult tickets for concessions Friends of the Grand: Band B performances – all seats £14 Matcham Monkey Members: Fri 4th and Sat 5th Dec – all seats £10 Family Ticket: £63.50* Seniors Pass Ticket: £53.50*

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Performance

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Sun

19 Bootleg Sixties

7:30pm

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Tue

21 Murder With Love

7:30pm

16

Wed 22 Murder With Love

2:30pm & 7:30pm

16

Thu

23 Murder With Love

7:30pm

16

Fri

24 Murder With Love

7:30pm

16

Sat

25 Murder With Love

2:30pm & 7:30pm

16

Mon 27 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Tue

28 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Wed 29 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Thu

30 Puttin’ on the Ritz

2pm & 7:30pm

6

Fri

31 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Date Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon

Times 2pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm

Pg 6 48 6 6 6 6 6 6 49 6 6 6 6 6 6 49 6

Tue 18 Puttin’ on the Ritz Wed 19 Puttin’ on the Ritz Thu 20 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm

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Fri

21 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Sun

Sat

22 Puttin’ on the Ritz

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Performance Puttin’ on the Ritz The Billy Fury Story Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Magic of Motown Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Puttin’ on the Ritz Joan Armatrading Puttin’ on the Ritz

September Date Tue Fri Sat Thu Fri Sat Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

Performance Lewis Schaffer Tommy Cooper Show Tommy Cooper Show The Full Monty The Full Monty The Full Monty The Full Monty The Full Monty The Full Monty The Full Monty The Full Monty

1 4 5 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18

Sat

19 The Full Monty

October Times 8pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm

November

December

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Performance A Murder is Announced

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Date Sun 1

Performance Ken Dodd

Times 7pm

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4

Performance Snow White

Times 7pm

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Fri

Fri

A Murder is Announced

7:30pm AD

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Sherlock Holmes

7:30pm

24

Sat

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Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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Translation of Shadows

8pm STUDIO

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Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes

2:30pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm

24 24

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Snow White

1pm& 5pm

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Snow White

10:15pm & 1:30pm

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Sherlock Holmes

7:30pm AD

24

Wed 9

Snow White

10:15pm & 1:30pm

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A Murder is Announced

2pm & 7:30pm

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Ken Dodd

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THRILLER LIVE THRILLER LIVE THRILLER LIVE

7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm

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Sat 7 Sherlock Holmes Tue 10 The Gondoliers Wed 11 The Gondoliers

2:30pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm

24 36 36

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10 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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12 Snow White

2pm AD & BSL & 7pm 33

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13 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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THRILLER LIVE

7:30pm

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12 HMS Pinafore

2:30pm & 7:30pm

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Mon 14 Snow White

10:15pm & 1:30pm

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Fri

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THRILLER LIVE

5pm & 8:30pm

10

Fri

13 The Mikado

7:30pm

36

Sat

10 THRILLER LIVE

4pm & 8pm

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14 The Mikado

2:30pm & 7:30pm

36

7pm

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17 Die Fledermaus

7:30pm

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Tue 15 Snow White Wed 16 Snow White Thu 17 Snow White

10:15pm & 1:30pm 10:15pm & 7pm 10:15pm & 1:30pm

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7:30pm

23

Wed 18 Carmen

7:30pm

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8pm STUDIO

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19 Joss Arnott Dance

7:30pm

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Fri

18 Grand Christmas Concert

8pm

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8pm STUDIO

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2pm & 7:30pm

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Mon 21 Dreamboats & Miniskirts Tue 22 Dreamboats & Miniskirts

7:30pm 7:30pm

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13 It's A Wonderful Life

Wed 14 It's A Wonderful Life

2pm & 7:30pm

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Wed 23 Dreamboats & Miniskirts

2:30pm & 7:30pm

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Thu

8pm

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19 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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Thu

24 Dreamboats & Miniskirts

7:30pm

8

8pm STUDIO

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20 Glitz Blitz and 70s Hitz

7:30pm

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20 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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Fri

25 Dreamboats & Miniskirts

7:30pm

8

Sat

17 Tiger Who Came to Tea

1:30pm & 4:30pm

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Sat

21 Go West, Nik Kershaw & T'Pau 7:30pm

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Mon 21 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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7pm STUDIO

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Sun

18 Tiger Who Came to Tea

10am & 12pm

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Tue

24 Brave New World

7:30pm

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Tue

22 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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Lonely Hearts 26 Dreamboats & Miniskirts Lonely Hearts 27 A Night of ELO

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15 Tim Vine Comedy Club

Comedy Club

Comedy Club

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7pm

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Wed 25 Brave New World

7:30pm

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Wed 23 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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2pm STUDIO

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Mon 19 Divas at The Grand

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26 Brave New World

2pm & 7:30pm

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24 Snow White

10:15pm & 2pm

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7:30pm

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Wed 21 Candoco

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Fri

27 Brave New World

7:30pm AD

26

Sat

26 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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Sat

28 Brave New World

2pm & 7:30pm

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Sun

27 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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Mon 28 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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Ken Dodd

2pm & 7:30pm

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Mon 28 A Murder is Announced

7:30pm

18

Sun 23 The Billy Fury Story

7:30pm

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22 Psychic Sally

7:30pm

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Tue

7:30pm

18

Mon 24 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Fri

23 Evening with Roger Moore

7:30pm

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Wed 30 A Murder is Announced

2pm & 7:30pm

18

Tue 25 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Sat

24 Chicken Licken

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Tue

29 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

33

Wed 26 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Sun

25 Ken Dodd

7pm

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Wed 30 Snow White

2pm & 7pm

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12pm & 3pm STUDIO 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm 7:30pm 2pm & 7:30pm

47 12 12 12 12

Thu 27 Puttin’ on the Ritz

2pm & 7:30pm

6

Fri

28 Puttin’ on the Ritz

7:30pm

6

Sat

29 Puttin’ on the Ritz

2pm & 7:30pm

6

11am & 3pm

29

29 A Murder is Announced

Wed Thu Fri Sat

28 29 30 31

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Concessions

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'A FULL FRONTAL FEEL GOOD SHOW'

The Blackpool Grand Theatre (Arts & Entertainments) Ltd. is a Registered Charity (No. 1022754) and Blackpool Grand Theatre Trust Ltd. (No. 506601) Address: 33 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HT Box Office: 01253 743340 Email: box@blackpoolgrand.co.uk Front & back cover image: The Full Monty Brochure design: kevinlloyddesign.co.uk

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