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Nottingham Playhouse Presents

The Real & Imagined History of The Elephant Man

Written by Tom Wright

“Everyone should be moved by this poetic and Accomplished Piece of Theatre”

Adam Knight, Chief Executive, Blackpool Grand Theatre

Q&A With Director Steven Bailey

The Royal Theatrical Support Trust Sie Peter Hall Director Winner 2022

We talked to director Steven Bailey about why he chose The Real & Imagined History of the Elephant Man as his latest venture:

“For me this is a very cool project which is going to let us really reconsider how we talk about ideas around work, disability and industrialisation.”

How is the stage play different to the famous film?

“The play corrects and amends several details of his life that we’ve often emitted or overlooked. For instance, his name was Joseph as opposed to John as he’s called the film, and that’s due to the film being based solely on his doctor’s notes.

But it’s also imagined because, at the end of the day, we don’t know a huge amount about Joseph Merrick, the person, as opposed to the body or the disability or the condition.”

Why did you choose Blackpool Grand Theatre for this thrilling new drama?

“It is a massive opportunity for me to work on a large stage and bring a story through that I think is incredibly important.”

What can audiences expect from this production?

“It’s going to be quite dark and industrial but very invigorating, pulsating, energetic, with live music, lots of smoke and we’ve also got some quiet and interesting staging moments.”

How important was it for you to make this a piece of theatre that also features disabled performers?

“I feel incredibly fortunate and excited to be working with several of the finest disabled talent that are in this country currently, particularly of course Zak. He has filled out the role incredibly and I can’t wait to see what he brings. The commitment he’s bringing to the part is just really, really exciting.”

What would you say to Grand Theatre visitors about The Real & Imagined History of the Elephant Man?

“I really hope you all come and see it and I can’t wait to tell this unique story.”

Nottingham Playhouse

Blackpool Grand Theatre is delighted to introduce the first in a series of new relationships with some of the UK’s leading producing theatres. The first, Nottingham Playhouse, was awarded Regional Theatre of the Year 2019 by The Stage and creates a range of critically acclaimed productions throughout the year. Partnering with the likes of Nottingham Playhouse enables us to share with you the very best in home-grown theatre from across the UK, showcasing More Stories for More People.

If you think you know the story of The Elephant Man – think again. The European premiere of Australian playwright Tom Wright’s acclaimed play imagines an alternative.

This is the story of a man fighting for his right to be and to belong.

Arriving from his East Midlands beginnings in a London thick with the grime of industrialisation, Joseph Merrick is an anomaly. In a city of factories that churn out uniformity, there is no place for a unique being like him. But Merrick and the city are evolving into something new. We follow him through the workhouse, the freakshow and hospital as he searches for acceptance in a society that just wants to stare at him.

Powerful, angry and surprising – The Real and Imagined History of the Elephant Man questions industrialisation, capitalism, disability and difference, finally putting Joseph at the centre of his own story.

Director Stephen Bailey is the winner of The RTST Sir Peter Hall Director Award 2022. Zak Ford-Williams’ previous work here includes Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol, and BBC1 drama Better.

Supported with a grant from the Royal Theatrical Support Trust.

Tue 17 to Sat 21 Oct

From £14.50 | Evenings & Matinees

Let’s celebrate together...

Blackpool Grand Theatre has had an incredible year so far, including celebrating a renewal in our Arts Council England National Portfolio status. This helps support The Grand in the development and delivery of our creative engagement activity including our world-class Story-Led Resilience Programme. Over the next three years, we will work with children, young people, community groups and artists in residence “making more stories to share with more people”.

Blackpool Grand Theatre is proud of its Creative Development team who were this year shortlist nominated for The Stage Awards ‘Community Project of the Year’. The theatre’s achievement at the Edge Hill University Northwest SME Growth and Innovations Awards was also celebrated, winning the ‘Leadership for Growth’ Award; and our Head of Finance has been announced as a finalist in the 2023 Accounting Excellence Awards.

We continue to power ahead with our carbon reduction programme. In the past few months, we have been able to replace all our auditorium ‘houselights’ and around half of our stage lighting with LED equivalents, reducing electricity consumption by over 80%.

We were delighted to have The RSC return with their incredible production of Julius Caesar; and comics Tom Allen, Frankie Boyle, and Jon Richardson packed the house! Other incredible successes include The Mousetrap, The Rocky Horror Show, Titanic, and Blackpool’s No.1 Pantomime Sleeping Beauty, with UK Productions.

The installation of a specially commissioned sculpture of Friend of The Grand and, one of our most iconic and legendary performers, Sir Ken Dodd OBE, has received rapturous recognition from devotees travelling from all over the UK. This Autumn we look forward to celebrating the 50th Anniversary of The Friends of The Grand, and to welcoming the huge comic hit Noises Off, full of unstoppable laughter direct from the West End. In addition to the premiere of the new John Godber play Do I Love You? and the vibrant new musical fiesta about passion and pride: La Bamba!

Adam Knight Chief Executive

Direct from the west end

NOISES OFF

Starring Mathew Kelly, Simon Shepherd and Liz Goodard

By Micheal Frayn

‘Pure Comic Bliss’ – Daily Mail

‘Unstoppable laughter’ The I

Tue 03 to Sat 07 Oct

From £18.50 | Evenings & Matinees

Noises Off is one of the greatest British comedies ever written and visits Blackpool Grand direct from a triumphant West End season. Starring Liza Goddard, Matthew Kelly & Simon Shepherd.

Michael Frayn’s celebrated play serves up a riotous double bill, a play within a play. Hurtling along at breakneck speed, Noises Off follows the on and offstage antics of a touring theatre company as they stumble their way through the fictional farce, Nothing On.

From the shambolic final rehearsals and opening night in Weston-Super-Mare, to a disastrous Matinee in Ashton-under-Lyne seen entirely and hilariously silently from backstage, we also share their final brilliantly catastrophic performance in Stockton-on-Tees.

Matinee Club (12:30-1:30pm) - Book with your show ticket.

Direct form the West End

“The Most Brilliantly effective Spine-Chiller you will ever encounter” – Daily Telegraph

Susan Hill’s The Woman in black

Adapted by Stephan Mallatratt

Tue 31 Oct to Sat 04 Nov

Starting from £17.50 | Evenings & Matinees

The legendary production of Susan Hill’s chilling ghost story THE WOMAN IN BLACK returns to Blackpool Grand Theatre DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END, after an incredible 33 year run at the Fortune Theatre.

The Woman in Black brilliantly delivers atmosphere, illusion and horror! Experience the thrill and excitement of this critically-acclaimed international theatre event that has been seen by over 7 million people worldwide, and continues to delight and terrify audiences of all generations.

Obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, Arthur Kipps engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul.

Matinee Club 02 Nov (12:30-1:30pm) - Book with your show ticket.

La Bamba! A musical

Strictly Come Dancing Dance Champion - Pasha Kovalev

Starring The Wanted’s - Siva Kaneswaran

Introducing - Ines Fernadez

Choreographed by Graziano Di Prima & Erica Da Silva

Directed by – Ray Roderick

Musical Supervision by – Alfonso Casado Trigo

Tue 21 to Sat 25 Nov

From £17.50 | Evenings & Matinees

La Bamba! tells the story of how the power of music can transform a generation and celebrate a community.

Starring The Wanted’s Siva Kaneswaran, Strictly Come Dancing champion Pasha Kovalev, and rising star Inês Fernandez in the pulsating dance musical, La Bamba!

La Bamba! is a jaw-dropping new musical that combines Latin, R&B, and timeless rock and pop to tell the ultimate feel-good story of a young girl with a big voice, big dreams, and an even bigger heart. It features breath-taking choreography from Strictly Come Dancing favourite and Italian-Latin champion Graziano Di Prima.

La Bamba! is a vibrant new musical fiesta about passion and pride, and the realisation that every journey begins with a single step.

Ensemble Theatre presents

Ian Fleming’s

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Thu 31 Aug to Sun 03 Sep

From £19.50 | Evenings & Matinees

Blackpool’s flying high this summer

Following their major hit shows... The Addams Family, The Sound of Music and Oliver! critically acclaimed Blackpool-based ENSEMBLE Theatre return to The Grand with an all-new production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Music by Special Arrangement with Sony/ATV Publishing Adapted for the Stage by Jeremy Sams

Based on the MGM Motion Picture. Licensed Script Adapted by Ray Roderick.

Blackpool Operatic Players Presents

Singin’ in the Rain

Wed 27 to Sat 30 Mar

From £19 | Evenings & Matinees

Screenplay by Betty Comden & Adolph Green

Songs by Nacio Herb Brown & Arthur Freed

Presented by Blackpool Operatic Players. One of the “Greatest Movie Musicals of All Time” is faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green from their original award-winning screenplay of Singin’ In The Rain. “Filled with every memorable moment from the film and a downpour of unforgettable songs, Singin’ In The Rain is guaranteed to be a hit for any theatre audience.”

Singin’ In The Rain is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.com

Bouncers

By John Godber

Directed by Jane Thornton

The John Godber Company Presents, The iconic “Bouncers”

Wed 21 to Sat 24 Feb

Starting from £17.50 | Evenings & Matinees

Join Les, Ralph, Judd and Lucky Eric as they relive a night in a Yorkshire disco in the 80s. Like a hideously funny Saturday Night Fever, the original Bouncers is back in town. Everyone will be there: the DJ, the girls, boys and the fish and chip van.

Hilarious, vulgar, frenetic and highly physical, the play has become an international sensation, gathering awards from around the world. Often imitated but never beaten, the original Bouncers is eye - wateringly funny, celebratory and as relevant today as it ever was. With a pumping 80s soundtrack, this new production takes us back to the glorious highs when disco was king, and everyone lived for the weekend. Don’t miss the classic comedy and Northern favourite.

Direct from London’s West End

2:22 A Ghost Story

The hit play by – Danny Robins

Directed by – Mathew Dunster & Isabel Marr

Tue 23 to Sat 27 Apr

Starting form £15.50 | Evenings & Matinees

“A modern Classic” – Sunday Times

“A Cracking Supernatural Thriller” – Time out

“A sensational Event” – Evening Standards

Winner of BEST NEW PLAY at the Whatsonstage Awards, this edge-of-your-seat, supernatural thriller is written by Danny Robins, and comes fresh from recordbreaking seasons at five West End theatres with a host of acclaimed star performances.

It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge, and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth?

Jenny believes her new home is haunted, but her husband Sam isn’t having any of it. They argue with their first dinner guests, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben. Can the dead really walk again? Belief and scepticism clash, but something feels strange and frightening, and that something is getting closer, so they’re going to stay up… until 2:22… and then they’ll know.

John Godber Company

Do I Love You?

By John Godber

Tue 19 to Sat 23 Sept | £19.50 | Evenings & Matinees

From John Godber, the writer of the iconic and acclaimed “Bouncers”.

Why not join twenty somethings Sally, Nat and Kyle in this hilarious comedy as they develop a love for, and the people involved with, Northern Soul.

What started as a college project has grown into a passion, but the dance steps are exhausting. Far beyond their home city of Hull our trio find excitement, purpose and the tribe they’ve been looking for. Now they can’t get enough; from Brid Spa to Stoke, from Eggborough to the Tower Ballroom, our young soulies are determined to keep the faith!

This is Northern Soul for a new generation, but with rising costs, unemployment, and small town blues, has anything really changed? Is this England 1973 or 2023? The pubs are closing, hospitality has gone, and strikes are everywhere; but when you’re out on the floor…

Driftwood

Wed 01 Nov | £16.50

A new play by Tim Foley. Co-directed by Neil Bettles (ThickSkin) & Elle While (Pentabus) Two brothers on a beach need to figure out what to do with their dad - but the sea has other ideas.

RSC 37 Plays

Tue 03 & Fri 06 Oct | £7.50

37 Plays is a nationwide project to the get the nation writing. The three presentations will be Beltane by Billie Collins, Pram Talk by Rosanna Jahangard and Stars by Abigail White.

The Greatest Robot Ever

Fri 03 to Sat 04 Nov | £7.60

A brand new, rhyming story created by The Knotted Project and Hawk Dance Theatre. This interactive dance theatre show is perfect for children 3-10 years and their grownups.

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

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More Stories, More People

Blackpool Grand Theatre is proud of its Creative Development Team who were this year shortlisted for The Stage Awards ‘Community Project of the Year’ for our groundbreaking Story-Led Resilience programme. Inspired by stories on The Grand’s stage, as well as their own ideas and experiences, Blackpool’s children, young people, community groups and artists in residence are coming together to make “more stories to share with more people”.

Working with 32 schools, delivering over 200 in-school workshops and training for 60 teachers and artists, our Tales Retold Project and RSC Associate Schools programme has seen over 1,000 children perform on The Grand stage.

Blackpool Grand is committed to its local, regional and national partnerships, including Blackpool Council Childrens’ Services for our Illuminate Project, which brings together local professional artists and the theatre’s technical team to support looked after children and children in care, telling stories through spoken word and song.

This season, we are delighted to introduce Small Steps, Big Stories: an earlyyears and family programme which begins with a new co-commission, The Greatest Robot Ever by Hawk Dance Theatre and the Knotted Project Theatre Company.

Also, this Autumn we are excited to re-launch The Grand Young Company, a great opportunity if you are aged 14-19yrs and interested in theatre-making, performing, and connecting with professional touring companies. NEWS! National Theatre Connections Youth Theatre Festival will return to Blackpool Grand in Spring 2024!

For more information on all these projects and more, contact: creativelearning@blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Get Involved

The Matinee Circle

Make your Matinee theatre experience that bit more special with a pre/postshow event with a member of the company, artist or host. Catch the ‘MC’ circle on selected shows like The Haunting of Blaine Manor, Noises Off, The Real and Imagined History of The Elephant Man and The Woman in Black.

Blackpool Grand Young Company

Theatre-making, working with visiting companies, learning, connecting and combining acting, movement, music and other performance skills. Open audition workshop dates: 28/29 Sep (6-8:30pm), 30 Sep (10am-12:30pm, 1:304pm). Open to ages 14-19yrs.

Training & Professional development

Early Years/KS1 (04 Oct, 4-6pm) a brilliant opportunity to be inspired and upskill in new techniques and creative approaches, engaging 3-8yrs. Suited to anyone working in the arts, education settings and libraries. The Knotted Project and Hawk Dance Theatre will be delivering a CPD workshop linked to The Greatest Robot Ever.

Teachers Network

Members will take part in discussions with teachers from schools across the North West. 20 Sep (5:45-6:45pm) guest speaker Glenn Mascord, former English Adviser for Blackpool and Lancashire School Improvement Teams, followed by John Godber’s Do I Love You? Explore page-to-stage (15 Nov, 67pm) – what stories are you inspired by? Followed by The Importance of Being Earnest (7:30pm).

To enquire or book a place for the above events please contact creativelearning@blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

England. 1953 Something has Awoken…

The Haunting of Blaine Manor

Thu 07 to Sat 09 Sep

Starting from £16.50 | Evenings & Matinees

Written & Directed by Joe

O’Bryne

Winner of The Salford Star Best Play of 2017 Award

Renowned American parapsychologist Doctor Roy Earle, famous for discrediting hauntings and exposing fake mediums, is invited to attend a seance in Blaine Manor, said to be the most haunted building in England.

However, Earle’s arrival awakes something horrific within the manor’s walls. As a raging storm closes them off from the outside world, Earle and his companions find that what is waiting within the manor is not nearly as horrific as what has entered with him.

Matinee Circle 1-2pm) - Book with your show ticket.

The Must See Comedy of 2023

Bridesmaids of Britain

Thu 12 to Sat 14 Oct

Starting from £24.50 | Evenings & Matinees

By Diona Doherty

The Comedy Parody

Bridesmaids of Britain is a hilarious show that promises to be the girl’s night out to remember. Prepare yourselves for dance-offs/sing-offs and eventually shout-offs at the “Hen do of the year”…held in a caravan!!

Things go awry as competition between Becky and Sarah’s new BFF (best friend forever) Tiffany (she’s so gorgeous you would just hate her) over who is the bride’s best friend.

Will this wedding story have a happy ending, or will these best friends rip each other apart? A night out filled with laughter and tears!

Written by Joshua King, Simon Paris and Say it again, Sorry?

Straight from The Edinburgh Festival Fringe

The Importance of being … Earnest?

Wed 15 to Thu 16 Nov

Starting From £22.50 | Evenings

“A masterclass in Comedic Theatre” – North West End UK

When a traditional production of Oscar Wilde’s classic play gets underway, everything seems to be going perfectly to plan… that is, until the lead actor fails to arrive on cue.

You might think you know this chaotic story of love, mistaken identity and double-lives, but you have never seen it like this before. Filled with wicked Wildean wit and bursting with Bunburying, join us for a hilarious and unpredictable twist on the world’s favourite comedy classic.

La Boheme

Ukrainian National Opera

Sun 04 Feb | Starting From £37

La Bohème, is Puccini’s passionate story of love at first sight set in 19th century Paris, in the Bohemian district. Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live Orchestra numbering over 30 musicians. Performed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine.

Rocking into Blackpool This Spring!

The Next Generation

School of Rock The Musical

Wed 14 to Sat 17 Feb | Starting From £19.50

Get ready to rock in Blackpool! Following on from our Lancashire Premiere of the hit Andrew Lloyd Webber Musical, Cre8iv Theatre Co. present School Of Rock: The Next Generation. Come and join us for a night you will never forget! With humour, love and rock - anything is possible! Come ‘Stick It To The Man’!

Champagne & Prosecco

Ask about our Prosecco, Flowe Bouquet & Afternoon Tea upgrades when making your booking!

An Ellen Kent Production featuring the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv

Bizet Carmen

Thu 29 Feb| From £36

Bizet’s Carmen – a dazzling production of passion, sexual jealousy, death and unforgettable arias in a setting evoking Seville’s architecturally stunning Roman and Moorish influenced main square. “Hot-blooded, a joy” The Independent Sung in French with English surtitles.

Puccini Madama Butterfly

Sat 23 Mar | From £36

Puccini’s Madama Butterfly – returns with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.

Winner ‘Best Opera Award’ - Liverpool Daily Post Theatre Awards

“This is a Butterfly to cherish” - Manchester Evening News Sung in Italian with English surtitles.

The Magic of Dance

Mon 11 Sep | £30.50 (VIP £60.50)

Join Strictly Come Dancing’s Ian Waite & Vincent Simone for ‘The Magic of Dance’. Be charmed by the magic of these two dancing legends along with their beautiful leading ladies and guest vocalist, Britain’s Got Talent winner - Jai McDowall on an enchanting journey.

Emerald Storm

Co-created and co-choregraphed by Adam Garcia

Thu 10 Oct | £33

Emerald Storm is a tale of love, rivalry, turmoil and the conflicts of human nature. Feel the immense power and thunderous rhythms as Irish Dance and Modern Tap combine to soar into the 21st Century! This explosive show is a thrilling fusion of music and Dance Styles

Classical Ballet & Opera House

Swan Lake

Sun 15 Oct | From £35

Classical Ballet and Opera House Presents Swan Lake – a timeless ballet with exquisite dancing. Featuring a live Orchestra with over 30 musicians.

Giovanni Let me Entertain You

Sun 07 Apr | From £40.50 (VIP £127.50)

Giovanni Pernice is back in 2024 for his brand new live tour – Let Me Entertain You. The Strictly Come Dancing champion and BAFTA winner will be joined by a world-class cast of professional dancers and West End performers.

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Sleeping Beauty

The Nutcracker

Swan Lake

Fri 12 to Sun 14 Jan

From £26 | |Evenings & Matinees

Performed by Varna International Ballet & Orchestra

The critically acclaimed Varna International Ballet returns to the UK following a breathtaking debut tour. Renowned for its award-winning soloists and magnificent corps de ballet, the company brings Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to Blackpool.

‘We are thrilled to be returning to the UK with our highly talented company of dancers and musicians. We can’t wait to perform again for British audiences and to bring these magical ballets to life on stage.’

Daniela Dimova Artistic Director Peter Tuleshkov Music Director and Chief Conductor

Laughs at the Grand Tom Allen: Completely

Fri 15 Sep | £26.50

The household name with his signature acerbic wit and riotous storytelling is back on the road with his brand new show.

Frankie Boyle: Lap of Shame

Sun 11 Feb 2023 | £32.20

Buy a ticket, because by the time he arrives, the currency will be worthless, and you and your neighbours will be part of a struggling militia that could probably use a few laughs.

Count Arthur Strong: And it’s goodnight from him!

Sun 02 Jun 2024 | £26.50

Join Arthur for this never to be forgotten start to his farewell tour.

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Disney

Winnie The Pooh

The new musical stage adaptation

Created by Jonathan Rockefeller

“Enchanting” – Time out

Mon 14 to Wed 16 Aug | From £13.50

Disney’s iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends

Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit, and Owl (oh… and don’t forget Tigger too!) have come to life in a beautifully crafted musical stage adaptation.

Pop princesses

Sun 20 Aug | £19.50 (VIP sold out)

Blackpool Gang Show

An Extravaganza of song, dance & Comedy!

Wed 25 to Sat 28 Oct | £16

The UK’S original & best live dinosaur show!

Jurassic Earth

Sun 18 Feb | £24.50 (VIP £34.50)

Come face-to-face with the World’s largest walking T Rex, a Brontosaurus, Triceratops, Carnotaurus, Velociraptors, Spinosaurus and the cutest baby dinosaurs! Get ready to laugh, scream, sing and ROOOOARRR!!!

The Gruffalo’s Child

Tue 12 to Wed 13 Mar | £16.50

For ages 3+

The Sooty Show

75th Birthday spectacular!

Sun 31 Mar to Mon 01 Apr | £21

Did you know The Grand Theatre is a Charity?

Every year we introduce 1000’s of children to the power of live performance, workshops, classes, talks and tours and it’s easy to support us. Make a donation today.

#PlayYourPart

Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book

Fri 19 to Sun 21 Apr 2024 | £19.50

Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs, and perhaps you will be able to help his sister discover the wonderful world inside a book…

Peppa Pig – Fun Day Out

Sat 15 to Sun 16 Jun 2024 | From £20.50

Join Peppa, along with her family and friends as they go to the zoo and also the beach for a special party - it’s going to be an exciting and fun packed day.

BLACKPOOL’S NO.1 PANTO!

West End and Emmerdale Star Tom Lister as Abanazar

Blackpool’s Favourite is Back! Britain’s Got Talent Finalist Steve Royle as Wishee

Washee

Aladdin

Fri 01 Dec to Mon 01 Jan 2024 | Evenings, Matinees & Mornings

Blackpool’s No.1 pantomime for 2023/4 is Aladdin and will once again be presented by Martin Dodd for UK Productions Ltd. in association with Blackpool Grand Theatre.

Blackpool Pantomime, Aladdin, sees the return of West End star and TV soap sensation Tom Lister (as Abanazar) joining comic and Britain’s Got Talent finalist Steve Royle (as Wishee Washee)! Many will remember the incredible duo in our smash-hit panto Peter Pan in 2019!

Lister is probably best known for the nine years he spent playing Carl King in Emmerdale, which he left when he was dramatically killed off in a live episode in 2012 – thank goodness there will be no such calamities befalling him in this show!

Join our hero Aladdin, his mother Widow Twankey and his brother Wishee Washee as they embark on a magical adventure and try to defeat the evil Abanazar and his plan to become master of the world, with help from the Genie of The Lamp and the Spirit Of The Ring.

Will Aladdin save the day? Will he marry the beautiful Princess Jasmine? Will the Genie be freed? There’s only one way to find out… come see Aladdin, Blackpool’s No.1 Pantomime!

Theatre Tours & Photographic Sessions

Theatre Tours

40 Mins Tour

£15pp

09 Aug 10:30am, 11:30am, 2pm

22 Aug 10:30am, 11:30am, 2pm

23 Aug 10:30am, 11:30am, 2pm

Photographic Session

Basic £49pp

12 Sep 10am

13 Nov 10am

10 Jan 10am

Advanced £129pp

06 Nov 10am

20 Feb 10am

SPECIAL EVENT

50 Years | Friends of the Grand

A 50 year celebration

The Friends Committee invite you to join them at a 50th Celebration event. Join us for one of the Greatest British Comedies direct from a triumphant West End Season NOISES OFF by Michael Frayn, starring Liza Goddard, Matthew Kelly and Simon Shepherd. Check our website blackpoolgrand.co.uk for full details of this exclusive, celebratory event. Tickets will go on-sale 1st September - be ready, as we expect high demand!

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Step into The Light Where Musical Theatre Meets Circus

Cirque: The Greatest Show

Last Chance to Catch

Musical theatre meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular as showstoppers from everyone’s favourite West End hits combine with breath-taking, amazing aerialists, incredible contortionists, and thrilling feats of agility and flair... A monochrome life bursts into kaleidoscopic colour in this smash-hit circus musical that’s ‘fun for all the family’! West End stars combine with the incredible circus performers.

One Night in Dublin

Thu 17 Aug | £26

The Magic of Bee Gees

Fri 11 Aug | £32

The Upbeat Beatles

Fri 18 Aug|£30

Thank you for the music

Sat 19 Aug | £32

Some Guys Have All The Luck

Sun 10 Sep| From £26

80s Live

Sun 17 Sep | £31

Do You Believe in Ghosts

Thu 14 Sept | £32

Stranger Sings

Wed 20 to Thu 21 Sep | £35

Tel: 01253 290

190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Forbidden Nights

Sun 24 Sep | From £26.50

Slay Queenz

Sun 01 Oct | From £28 (VIP £75)

The Story of Guitar Heroes

Mon 09 Oct | £29.50

Joe McElderry: Celebrate the music

Sun 08 Oct | £32.50 (VIP £79.50)

The Greatest Love of All

Wed 11 Oct | £31.50

Emma Kenny’s Killer Cults

Sum 09 Oct | £28.50

Maximum rhythm ‘n’ blues with The Manfreds

Wed 08 Nov | £15.50

The Elvis Years

Thu 09 Noc | £32.50

Fairytales of New York

Fri 10 Nov | From £27.50

Think Floyd

Sat 11 Nov | £32.50

Beyond Supervet – Noel Fitzpatrick

Sun 12 Nov | £39 50

The Bon Jovi Experience

Tue 14 Nov | £30

Tel: 01253

290

190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

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The Sensational 60s experience

Fri 14 Nov | £33.50

Buffy Revamped

Sun 19 Nov | From £20.50

Grand Christmas Concert

Mon 11 Dec | £21

The Johnny Cash Roadshow

Thu 11 Jan | £30

The Bowie Experience

Thu 01 Feb | £31.50

Jason Fox: Life at the limit

Sun 21 Jan | £33

Back into Hell

Fri 02 Feb | £31.50

Believe: The Cher Experience

Sat 03 Feb | £30

Steve Steinman’s Vampires Rock

Sat 10 Feb | £38.50

Something about George: The George Harrison Story

Sun 03 Mar | £30.50

Sophie McCartney is Tired & Tested

‘Hilarious’ - Metro

“She is extremely Funny” - BBC News

“Funniest Mum on Instagram” - Mother & Baby Winner of Best Comedy Web Series

Thu 14 Mar | From £24.50

Irish Annie’s

Thu 21 Mar | £30.50

Daniel O’Reilly

Fri 22 Mar £29.50

At Seat Orders

You can now order drinks for arrival or at the interval via your Tickets by Text link.

A convenient way to have drinks delivered. Soon you’ll be able to order other items too including snacks and merchandise. - Just click on your Tickets by Text link.

Make it an occasion

Why not add a special something on your next Visit?

Beautiful Flower Bouquet

Add a bouquet of flowers to your visit, delivered direct to your seat. Our talented florist carefully creates radiant hand-tied bouquets using seasonal stems in shades of white. Beautiful and modern.

£55 or £75

Flower Bouquet and truffles

Why not add something extra like a stunning bouquet of flowers with a box of chocolate truffles, both delivered direct to your seat. Perfect to enjoy during the show or at the interval.

£65 or £85

Bottle of Prosecco

Enjoy a bottle of Prosecco on your visit, waiting chilled for you at the bar. 75cl bottle.

£19.50 (Online price) £24.50 (at the bar)

Subject to availability. (For consumption in the bar only)

Afternoon Tea

Selected performances offer Afternoon Tea prior to the show, Prosecco upgrade available.

Call Box Office for availability

Subject to availability. (For consumption in the Dress Circle bar only)

Please note: 20 steps to our Dress Circle bar (no level access)

Know your limits: UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units a week. Drink responsibly drinkaware.co.uk. Glass bottle widely recycled. Bottles cannot be taken into the auditorium, consumption in the bar areas only. Images for display purposes only. *Outside supplier prices subject to change at any time.

Access For Everyone

We want to make visiting Blackpool Grand as easy and comfortable as we can for our customers with access needs.

Accessibility is one of our priorities, we want to make your visit to Blackpool’s Grand Theatre a comfortable and enjoyable one here’s more information about the facilities and services you’ll find. If you’re planning your visit to us, you can find full information about the access provisions of our venue including: our guides, maps, facilities including seating arrangements, assistance dogs, accessible performances, hearing loops and how to sign up to our Access Register.

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Put your event centre stage at Blackpool Grand

We have several flexible spaces to suit any event, from meetings and networking events, product launches and celebratory dinners, training sessions and photo shoots, conferences and award ceremonies, Blackpool Grand Theatre has played host to anything and everything including ‘Grand’ receptions and Royal Command Performances for HRH King Charles III, HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh, Members of Parliament and Secretaries of State.

And if you’ve a keen eye, you may have spotted our magnificent theatre featured as a location shoot for major Hollywood film and network TV productions including, most recently: NBC Universal Studios/CBBC production DODGER!, BBC TV’s National Lottery Christmas campaign, ITV’s HIM – a 3-part horror drama from the producers of Unforgotten, and the forthcoming major TV productions of Archie about the life of Carrie Grant, starring Jason Isaacs, and the Brian Epstein biopic Midas Man, directed by Joe Stephenson with a screenplay by Brigit Grant.

So, whether you’re looking to shoot the next Oscar-winning blockbuster, for a space to launch your new book, or simply a friendly and accessible, town centre space for your meeting or training session, why not get in touch?

For enquires please email helenb@blackpoolgrand.co.uk or call 01253 743220

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Information

For a full list of all shows currently on sale visit blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Tickets Information

Tickets can be booked (24hrs) at blackpoolgrand.co.uk, or by calling (01253 290 190) or visiting the box office (Tuesday to Saturday 11am-5pm*, times extend on show-days). Ticket collects can be made at the main theatre foyer. In line with new legislation our booking fee and levy is included in all stated ticket prices. In line with GDPR we can only assist the purchaser of the ticket/account holder regarding changes, amends/refunds etc. Pricing and information correct at time of printing.

Checking Your Tickets

It is your responsibility to check your tickets straight away as mistakes or errors cannot always be rectified later. You and your party must not re-sell or transfer (or seek to re-sell or transfer) the tickets in breach of ticket terms.

Ticket delivery

E-tickets are sent to your email free of charge to be displayed on your smart phone/tablet. If we have your mobile number your tickets are sent to you again 3-days prior to the show you’re attending. Printed tickets can be posted for a £1.50 fee or can be collected from the Box Office.

I can no longer attend the performance

Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets can be exchanged for another performance of the same production, there is an administration fee of £3.50 per ticket, subject to availability. We are happy to try and sell the ticket on for you (£3.50 per ticket fee), but the theatre must sell all its availability first.

Accessibility

Please be aware we do not have a lift between floors (stairs to each level approx. 20 to Dress Circle, 40 to Upper Circle, and 55 steps to Gallery from the ground level. Wheelchair spaces are on the ground floor.

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Babes-in-Arms/Toddlers

If your child is over 2-years, they must have their own paid for seat/ticket. If your child is under 2-years-old, tickets are free, but they must sit on a parent or guardian lap and must have a ticket. Babes-In-Arms tickets cannot be purchased via the website.

Refreshments (Bags/Prams/Wheelchairs)

Our Bars and Concessions open 1hr prior to a performance. We ask that you refrain from bringing additional bags other than a small handbag which can go under your seat.

Ticket Plan® Protection

This is an optional service via Blackpool Grand Theatre, however the protection is administered and run by TicketPlan®, it is not an insurance policy. Refund application visit www.ticketplangroup.com/refund-application

Admittance

In purchasing a ticket, you agree to abide by the theatre’s Admittance Policy. Please be aware that extra security measures (e.g., searches) can be implemented at any time – We withhold the right to refuse admission. Every effort will be made to ensure the admittance of latecomers at a suitable break in the performance, but admission cannot always be guaranteed.

Schedule/Casting Changes/Cancellation

Tickets are sold subject to the Theatre and/or Producer’s right to alter the performance schedule or cast should circumstances beyond our control make this unavoidable, without being obliged to refund monies or exchange tickets.

Photography/Recording (in any form) Is strictly not permitted for safeguarding, copyright and GDPR conditions. The Theatre reserves the right for themselves or third parties to carry out general filming and recording in and around the Theatre.

Special Effects

For special effects such as flashing light, smoke or loud bangs during a performance, please ask at the time of booking, although the inclusion may not be notified to the theatre until the actual performance date. Please check for foyer notices.

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Group Social/Education Bookings

Group bookings are available on selected shows. Reservations can be made on bookings of 40+ tickets. Bookings of 40 or less, will require payment at time of reservation. To make an enquiry of 40+ seats for a show visit blackpoolgrand.co.uk/groupbooking

Privacy Notice (Data Protection – GDPR & PECR)

Our Privacy Notice can be found here www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/privacy Blackpool’s Grand complies with to GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations) and PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations) under the provision of Legitimate Interest from 28 May 2018.

Blackpool Grand Theatre (Arts and Entertainment) Ltd.

33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire FY1 1HT

Box Office 01253 290190

To make a Group Reservation visit blackpolgrand.co.uk/groupbooking

Reg. in England and Wales No 02825229, Reg. Charity No. 1022754

* Times may change, visit our website for updates.

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

AUGUST

Time Of Our Lives Tue 01 & Thu 03 Aug

Rock For Heroes Wed 02 Aug

The Magic of Motown Fri 04 Aug

Milkshake! Live Sat 05 Aug

One Night In Dublin Thu 10 Aug

Magic of The Bee Gees Fri 11 Aug

Cirque - The Greatest Show Sat 12 & Sun 13 Aug

Disney’s Winnie The Pooh Mon 14 to Wed 16 Aug

One Night In Dublin Thu 17 Aug

The Upbeat Beatles Fri 18 Aug

Thank You For The Music Sat 19 Aug

Pop Princesses Sun 20 Aug

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Thu 31 Aug to Sun 03 Sep

SEPTEMBER

The Haunting of Blaine Manor Thu 07 to Sat 09 Sep

Some Guys Have All The Luck Sun 10 Sep

The Magic of Dance Mon 11 Sep

Do You Believe In Ghosts? Thu 14 Sep

Tom Allen: Completely Fri 15 Sep

80s Live Sun 17 Sep

Do I Love You? [STUDIO] Tue 19 to Sat 23 Sep

Stranger Sings Wed 20 & Thu 21 Sep

Forbidden Nights Sun 24 Sep

OCTOBER

Slay Queenz Sun 01 Oct

Noises Off Tue 03 to Sat 07 Oct

The RSC - 37 Plays [STUDIO] Tue 03 & Fri 06 Oct

Joe McElderry Sun 08 Oct

The Story of Guitar Heroes Mon 09 Oct

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Emerald Storm Tue 10 Oct

The Greatest Love of All Wed 11 Oct

Bridesmaids of Britain Thu 12 to Sat 14 Oct

Swan Lake (Classical Ballet & Opera House) Sun 15 Oct

RIH of The Elephant Man Tue 17 to Sat 21 Oct

Blackpool Scout Gang Show Wed 25 to Sat 28 Oct

Emma Kenny’s Killer Cults Sun 29 Oct

The Woman In Black Tue 31 Oct to Sat 04 Nov

NOVEMBER

Driftwood [STUDIO] Wed 01 Nov

The Greatest Robot Ever [STUDIO] Fri 03 & Sat 04 Nov

Maximum RnB with The Manfreds Wed 08 Nov

The Elvis Years - The Story of The King Thu 09 Nov

Fairytale of New York Fri 10 Nov

Think Floyd Sat 11 Nov

Noel Fitzpatrick - Beyond Supervet Sun 12 Nov

The Bon Jovi Experience Tue 14 Nov

The Importance of Being... Earnest? Wed 15 to Thu 16 Nov

The Sensational Sixties Experience Fri 17 Nov

Buffy Revamped Sun 19 Nov

La Bamba! Tue 21 to Sat 25 Nov

DECEMBER

Aladdin Pantomime Fri 01 Dec to Mon 01 Jan 2024

Grand Christmas Concert Mon 11 Dec

JANUARY ONWARDS

Johnny Cash Roadshow Thu 11 Jan

Ballet: Sleeping Beauty Fri 12 Jan

Ballet: Swan Lake Sat 13 Jan

Ballet: The Nutcracker Sun 14 Jan

Jason Fox - Life At The Limit Sun 21 Jan

Bowie Experience Thu 01 Feb

Tel: 01253 290 190 Web: blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Facebook: /blackpoolgrand Twitter: @Grand_Theatre

Back Into Hell Fri 02 Feb

Believe - The Cher Songbook Sat 03 Feb

La Bohème Sun 04 Feb

Coleen Nolan Fri 09 Feb

Vampires Rock Sat 10 Feb

Frankie Boyle Sun 11 Feb

Nxt Gen School of Rock Wed 14 to Sat 17 Feb

Jurassic Earth Live Sun 18 Feb

Bouncers Wed 21 to Sat 24 Feb

Carmen Thu 29 Feb

Something About George Sun 03 Mar

The Gruffalo’s Child Tue 12 & Wed 13 Mar

Sophie McCartney Thu 14 Mar

Irish Annie’s Thu 21 Mar

Daniel O’Reilly: Out of Character Fri 22 Mar

Madama Butterfly Sat 23 Mar

Singin’ In The Rain Wed 27 to Sat 30 Mar

The Sooty Show Sun 31 Mar & Mon 01 Apr

Giovanni - Let Me Entertain You Sun 07 Apr

Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book Fri 19 to Sun 21 Apr

2:22 A Ghost Story Tue 23 to Sat 27 Apr

Count Arthur Strong Sun 02 Jun

The Glenn Miller and Big Band Spectacular Wed 12 Jun

Peppa Pig’s Fun Day Out Sat 15 & Sun 16 Jun

Steve Steinman’s Love Hurts Sat 29 Jun

Lipstick on Your Collar Sun 04 Aug

Anything for Love - The Meat Loaf Story Sat 05 Oct