West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds Dial M For Murder 11 September - 3 October From the producers of the global hit The 39 Steps and prior to the West End comes Frederick Knott’s intense and darkly gripping thriller, famously filmed by Alfred Hitchcock. Tony is convinced his wife is having an affair. We watch mesmerised at Tony’s precision in planning what must surely be the perfect murder... until it falters in the most unexpected way. Dial M For Murder is directed by Lucy Bailey, whose gripping stage version of The Postman Always Rings Twice at West Yorkshire Playhouse quickly transferred to the West End. Set in a claustrophobic and frightening environment, her exciting new production reclaims this brilliant and erotic tale of betrayal, passion and ultimately, murder.
Dracula 10 - 19 September 2009 Imagine a world where you can only go out after dark, where you feel a constant hunger for human blood but where for all eternity you will appear young and beautiful. Welcome to the world of Dracula. A creature who should inspire repulsion in every living thing but who has seduced countless generations, Dracula possesses a mesmerising sexuality which fascinates us all. Choreographed by Northern Ballet Theatre’s Artistic Director David Nixon, this ballet reveals the tormented world of the immortal Count. Images and moments from Bram Stoker’s legendary novel are brought alive in sensuous and sinister dance and theatre, uncovering our most basic desires and fears. £17 - £27 T. 0113 2137700
£16 - £26 T. 0113 2137700
The Caucasian Chalk Circle 25 September - 17 October The city burns in the heat of civil war and a servant girl sacrifices everything to protect an abandoned child. But when peace is finally restored, the boy’s mother comes to claim him. Calling upon the ancient tradition of the Chalk Circle, a comical judge sets about resolving the dispute. But in a culture of corruption and deception, who wins? Written by Alistair Beaton and peopled with vivid and amusing characters, this is one of the greatest plays of the last century. £16 - £26 T. 0113 2137700
Alhambra Theatre, Bradford
The Victoria, Halifax SAMMY J iN THE FOREST OF DREAMS 13 September Take the music of Disney, the drama of The Lord of the Rings and the emotion of Les Miserables, then blindfold them, beat them, regain their trust, beat them again, and you might end up with something resembling this Edinburgh Festival hit show. Walt Disney gets his comeuppance in this skewed tribute to the tales of our childhood. Join Sammy, a cast of 14 puppets, toe-tapping music and award winning puppeteer Heath McIvor as they take you on a magical journey through the Forest of Dreams. £12 - £14 T. 01422 351158
ROB BRYDON
THE SOUND OF MUSiC Until 26 September With its unforgettable score that includes some of the most memorable songs ever performed on the musical stage - My Favorite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Climb Ev’ry Mountain, The Lonely Goatherd, and, of course, the glorious title song, The Sound of Music, it’s the perfect family treat! Prices from £15 T. 01274 432000
A Hull Truck Theatre Production of…
SHAKERS
30 September
5 – 6 October
Following his smash hit, sell-out national tour of 42 venues across the UK and a three week run at The Apollo Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, Rob Brydon comes to the Victoria Theatre with an evening of brand new, stand up comedy.
They are Carol, Adele, Nicky and Mel, mix a Pina Colada or serve you a San Miguel. They have ambitions and dreams and would like to go far but they're working as waitresses in a cocktail bar!
BAFTA nominated for his critically acclaimed performance as Uncle Bryn in Gavin and Stacey and with a number one Comic Relief single under his belt, Rob's other credits read like a compendium of modern British comedy.
Welcome to Shakers - for service with a smile, even Written by John Godber if the waitresses are and Jane Thornton Directed by John Godber shaken and probably Designed by Pip Leckenby stirred! Underpaid, overworked and rushed off their feet we see through their eyes, a variety of characters propping up the bar and out for a night on the tiles.
£18.50
Written by award winning writing team John Godber and Jane Thornton, this hilarious fast paced comedy promises to have you laughing out loud!
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