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GROUPS A GRAND WELCOME

WE CARE ABOUT OUR GROUPS AND YOUR PLANNED EVENT The Grand aims to offer the very best deals and service to our group organisers and travel trade.

Whatever your requirements, we are always there to assist; be it accommodation, dining, parking or other activities to enjoy in Blackpool.

This season we present great group discounts on Family shows including Julia Donaldson’s award-winning Gruffalo’s Child and the World premier Aliens Love Underpants. Top Drama with Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic melodrama Jekyll and Hyde and Dickens’ best story ever written Tale of Two Cities. If you’re a toe-tapper or just love dancing in the aisle we present the return of [the sell-out] ELO Again or join us for the greatest party ever to celebrate Elkie Brooks 70th Birthday.

Groups as small as 10 can make savings on our theatre tickets. If you’ve never organised a group outing to The Grand Theatre, it really couldn’t be simpler.

If you have, then we hope to welcome you to this very special place again soon.

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Generous discounts

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Book now pay later – pay just one month prior to the show Evenings 7:30pm, Discounts on pre-orders of ices and Weds & Sat programmes Matinees 2pm

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A priority booking line (01253 74 32 32)

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DRAMA

Lotty's War

13 to 18 JUN

Groups 10+ £15.00

A mesmerising story of passion, courage and sacrifice, Lotty's War is a thriller set in the WWII enemy occupied Channel Islands. Based on a true story, this critically acclaimed play is ‘a must see show!’

With the last boat to England gone, Lotty is housed in close quarters with the enemy. As loyalties waver amidst the temptations of forbidden love and the politics of war, does Lotty dare to tread a passionate and dangerous path to save a friend?

Inspired by recently discovered diaries found in the vaults of Guernsey, Lotty’s War is a fascinating look at women’s own personal battles through this period of British history.

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FAMILY

The Gruffalo’s Child

13 to 14 JUL

Groups 10+ £11.50

Following hot on the heels of The Gruffalo’s sell out tour and his monstrous West End success comes The Gruffalo’s Child – with attitude! Just how brave is she? Find out for yourselves by joining her on tour this summer.

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow.

After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?

Tall Stories returns, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation.

All adults must be accompanied by a responsible child.

All illustrations copyright © Axel Scheffler, book written by by Julia Donaldson, published by Macmillan Children’s Books]

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DRAMA

SWAP!

19 to 23 JUL

Groups 10+ ÂŁ12.50

(Tues to Thurs only)

Be among the first to see SWAP!, the outrageous new comedy directed by star of Return of the Saint, Ian Ogilvy.

Brian Flowers and his wife Susan arrive at their house swapping summer vacation in Spain, only to discover they’ve unknowingly traded houses with a British gangster.

The mess gets bigger and the clean-up gets sillier as ex-girlfriends, twin brothers and dead bodies all start piling up in this hilarious farce written and directed

by Ian Ogilvy.

David Callister

Freya Copeland

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FAMILY

Aliens Love Underpants

2 and 3 SEPT

Aliens love underpants of every shape and size, but there are no underpants in space so here’s a big surprise!

BIG WOODEN HORSE & NICK BROOKE LIMITED proudly present the WORLD PREMIERE of Aliens Love Underpants This zany and hilarious tale based on the best-selling children’s book is wonderfully brought to life on stage for the very first time. With stunning effects, madcap action, original music (and lots of aliens of course!) this fantastically fresh and funny production will delight the whole family.

Based on the book by Claire Freedman & Ben Cort. Adapted & directed by Adam Bampton-Smith

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DRAMA

Jekyll and Hyde

6 to 10 SEPT

Groups 10+ £12.50

Prepare for the fright of your life in a dramatic new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic and atmospheric Gothic melodrama Jekyll and Hyde.

Henry Jekyll believes that there are two distinct sides to men – one good, one evil. Intent on separating the two, he succeeds in his experiments. However, in doing so he unleashes ‘Hyde’, a monstrous and uncontrollable alter ego.

EVERYONE HAS A MONSTER WITHIN. Haunted faces tell the tale of horror personified as much as words and gestures do in this riveting production as a crazed killer stalks the streets, blood-curdling screams are heard and a creepy face is seen at the window … BOO!

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ENTERTAINMENT

ELO Again A Night of ELO

1 OCT

Groups 10+ £20.50

The British Rock group The Electric Light Orchestra epitomised the 70s with their unique symphonic rock style and unforgettable classics. Pop masterpieces such as Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Turn to Stone, Sweet Talking Woman, Shine A Little Love, Hold On Tight, Confusion, Evil Woman, Telephone Line, Don’t Bring Me Down...to name just a few.

Now you can re-live the amazing sounds of the Electric Light Orchestra in the form of the World’s No. 1 ELO tribute Show A Night of ELO performed by ELO Again.

They have re-created the sound of the Electric Light Orchestra and they will have you rocking in the aisles and re-living your musical heritage in this fantastic production. They accurately perform the great ELO classics that are still dear to millions of music lovers worldwide. No doubt about it, the music of the Electric Light Orchestra has stood the test of time….and now it’s your time to relive that classic sound again with the ultimate ELO tribute ‘ELO AGAIN

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DRAMA

A Tale of Two Cities

11 to 15 OCT

Groups 10+ £4off 20+ £5off

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity…”

A Touring Consortium Theatre Company and Royal & Derngate Northampton Production.

Dickens considered his novel, A Tale Of Two Cities the best story he had ever written. Interweaving one family’s intensely personal drama with the terror and chaos of the French Revolution, it is an epic story of love, sacrifice and redemption amidst horrific violence and world changing events.

Audio Described (GT) Friday 14 October 7:30pm

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DANCE

James Wilton Dance Leviathan

8 NOV

Groups 10+ £4off 20+ £5off

LEVIATHAN follows Ahab, a ship captain hell-bent on capturing the white whale: Moby Dick, a beast as vast and dangerous as the sea itself, yet serene and beautiful beyond all imagining. Ahab’s crew is drawn into the unhinged charisma of their captain, blindly following him on his perilous adventure towards almost certain destruction.

Multi-award winning choreographer James Wilton re-imagines Herman Melville’s seminal novel, Moby Dick.

Featuring a cast of 7, Wilton’s trademark blend of athletic dance, martial arts, capoeira and partner-work, LEVIATHAN will have you on the edge of your seat. It will leave you gasping for air under the sheer ferocity of movement, all accompanied by a powerful electro-rock soundtrack by Lunatic Soul.

LEVIATHAN has been commissioned by: The Barbican Theatre, Plymouth University and Ocean City Festival, Swindon Dance, The Place, Blackpool Grand, Barnsley Civic, The Gulbenkian and BBC Performing Arts Fund, with support from Arts Council England.

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MUSICALS David Hutchinson, Phillip Rowntree and Stephen McGill for Sell A Door Theatre Company Ltd and Damien Tracey Productions Ltd present. Starring Rhydian as The Dentist

Little Shop of Horrors

Groups 20+ 22 to 26 NOV £4off, 50+ £5off Stalls and dress (top price only)

A CHARMING, KOOKY AND HILARIOUS MUSICAL CULT CLASSIC Seymour Krelborn, the assistant at Mushnik’s Flower Shop in downtrodden Skid Row, becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers a strange and exotic plant. He names it Audrey Two in order to impress glamorous Audrey, the colleague he’s secretly in love with.

Rhydian will play sadistic dentist Orin Scrivello. Rhydian rose to fame as a runaway success on ITV’s X Factor.

Since then he has sold in excess of a million albums worldwide, released 6 albums and duetted and performed with some of the biggest names in the music industry. His many theatre credits include Grease, We Will Rock You, The War Of The Worlds, Jesus Christ Superstar and the 40th Anniversary Tour of The Rocky Horror Show.

Rhydian has just completed his third solo UK tour and is a Classical Brit Award nominee With music by the legendary Alan Menken, best known for his numerous Walt Disney film scores, Little Shop of Horrors is a cult film and one of the longest running off-Broadway shows of all time.

Sell a Door Theatre Company have previously toured critically acclaimed productions of Avenue Q, The History Boys, American Idiot and Seussical the Musical.

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PANTO

Aladdin Starring CITV’s Barney Harwood and Grand Theatre legend Steve Royle (BBC Radio Lancashire).

Fly on our magic carpet for a ride not to be forgotten in this fantastic family adventure!

Join Aladdin on his quest to win the heart of the beautiful Princess and retrieve a mysterious lamp.

Aladdin is a classic fantasy tale jam-packed with music and dance, fun and laughter, bravery, love and a magic lamp.

Will Aladdin and the princess ever find true love?

Will the Princess tell her father of Abanazar’s evil plot? and more importantly... will Widow Twanky ever get her washing done?

Harwood is returning home to Blackpool where his performing days began! A regular in children’s entertainment for more than ten years, hosting Radio Four’s Go For It and several television shows – picking up a BAFTA for best presenter along the way – before joining Blue Peter in 2010. More recently, Harwood, features in the popular series “All Over the Place” currently airing on CBBC. Steve Royal who was last year made a Friends of The Grand Patron is returning for his fourteenth year. Steve is a comedian, radio presenter, actor and writer. For over 12 years Steve could be found in the guise of Mad Edgar the court jester at Camelot theme park where he presented over 2000 Crazy Juggling Shows. He has also supported both Peter Kay and Dave Spikey on tour and was voted “Entertainer of the Year” at the recent Red Rose Awards.

His many TV appearances have included Phoenix Nights, Max & Paddy, Behind The Scene, That’s Entertainment, Stand-up Britain, Give Your Mate A Break, The Afternoon Show, Talk Of The North, and The Things You Do For Love”.

Following last year’s record-breaking pantomime, Snow White, you’re guaranteed another year of spectacular sets, dazzling costumes and side-splitting comedy To book tickets, grab your magic lamp, jump aboard your magical carpet and fly to the box office now!

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9 DEC TO 8 JAN 2017

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ENTERTAINMENT

Beyond the Barricade

22 JAN 2017

Groups 10+ ÂŁ23

Beyond the Barricade has delighted audiences throughout the UK and mainland Europe for more than a decade, with its exciting concert portrayal of the greatest songs in musical theatre, all performed totally live!

Recreating original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, this cast of past principal performers from Les Miserables, present a blockbusting two hour show, and is now established as the nation’s favourite musical theatre concert.

Starring Andy Reiss, David Fawcett, Katie Leemingand Rebecca Vere, together with their own ensemble of talented musicians, Beyond the Barricade features songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Jersey Boys, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables!

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ENTERTAINMENT

Elkie Brooks Live in Concert

10 FEB 2017

Tickets ÂŁ27.50

Elkie Brooks will be celebrating her 70th birthday with a UK tour.

Quite simply one of the most successful and popular singers the UK has ever produced. Now in the 5th decade of her career, she is still proving to be one of the most powerful and versatile vocal talents of our generation. With numerous hit singles, million selling albums and awards, her annual tours are treat for fans old and new.

Performing some of her classic hits, blues and jazz, an electric evening with Elkie is guaranteed to leave you begging for more.

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AT A GLANCE Our main ticket office is located at: The Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire FY1 1HT Box Office 01253 743343

Group Sales 01253 743232

Most shows are available online. Simply visit blackpoolgrand.co.uk what's on page. To book click 'Book' and follow the step-by-step instructions.

Lotty's War MON 13 to SAT 18 JUN 10+ £15

A Tale of Two Cities 11 to 15 OCT 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off

The Gruffalo’s Child 13 JUL & 14 JUL 10+ £11.50

James Wilton Dance 8 NOV 10+ £4 off, 20+ £5 off

SWAP! 19 to 23 JUL 10+ £12.50 TUES - THURS ONLY

Little Shop of Horrors 22 to 26 NOV 20+ £4 off, 50+ £5 off

Aliens Love Underpants 2 & 3 SEPT 10+ £12.50

Aladdin 9 DEC to 8 JAN 2017

Ask Box Office for best price

Jekyll and Hyde 6 to 10 SEPT 10+ £12.50

Beyond The Barricade 22 JAN 2017 10+ £2.50 off

ELO Again A Night of ELO 1 OCT 10+ £20.50

Elkie Brooks 10 FEB 2017 £27.50

YouTube.com/GrandBlackpool web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk @Grand_Theatre facebook.com/blackpoolgrand 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 743343 Email: box@blackpoolgrand.co.uk Front cover image: James Wilton Dance - Leviathan Brochure design: kevinlloyddesign.co.uk