The Orchard Theatre Autumn/ Winter Brochure 2017

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highlights this season LOUIE SPENCE & MICHELLE COLLINS in

CINDERELLA GREASE THE NUTCRACKER CILLA THE MUSICAL SHIRLEY VALENTINE AWFUL AUNTIE CRAZY FOR YOU DR JEKYLL & MR HYDE

and much, much more

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Make your visit extra special and purchase one of our new hospitality packages today to enjoy some superb discounts.

THE CLASSIC PACKAGE £35.00 for two people ON ARRIVAL A superb hot selection platter, reserved table in the upper foyer and two premium drinks.

INTERVAL Two more premium drinks and two vanilla Marshfield’s ice creams.

THE LUXURY PACKAGE £46.00 for two people ON ARRIVAL Selection of canapés, a 75cl bottle of Prosecco and a reserved table in the upper foyer.

INTERVAL Cheese board OR tasty mini dessert selection.

THE INDULGENCE PACKAGE £60.00 for two people ON ARRIVAL Selection of canapés and cheeseboard, a 75cl bottle of Champagne and a reserved table in the upper foyer.

INTERVAL Tasty mini dessert selection.

Packages are for two or more people and must be purchased in advance. Selected performances only. Visit orchardtheatre.co.uk for more information.

PREMIERE CARD

Make your night complete with a wonderful dining experience; our first-class restaurant is just footsteps from your seat, in the upper foyer.

Whether it’s a leisurely three-course meal or a quick snack, The Restaurant’s seasonal menus offer a range of delicious dishes, using the freshest local produce prepared daily by our Chef.

Be sure to reserve your table when you book your theatre tickets, as spaces are limited. Or, look for the special Meal Deals and Dining Seats available at certain performances.

Guests with access needs who wish to dine in The Restaurant can be accommodated in the lower foyer.

Please inform a member of the team at the time of the booking.

For all the family!

Cory The Cat’s Kids’ Menu means that even our littlest theatregoers can enjoy a tasty meal before the show!

Available at certain performances only – look out for Cory’s paw print throughout the brochure!

MEMBERS

Where groups get more and we make it simple YOUR FREE MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES: • • • •

Special offers and groups discounts.

A group organiser pack to help you plan your visits.

Regular email updates announcing new shows.

Exclusive group newsletters sent to you via post and email.

• No postage or booking fees on orders of ten or more tickets to a show.

• Hospitality packages and deals.

For more information contact Matt Holt on mholt@orchardtheatre.co.uk

THE ORCHARD BUSINESS CLUB... can provide your company with a unique opportunity to raise its profile both to other businesses and the general public, whilst sampling some of the best hospitality in town.

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Invest in The Orchard Theatre Premiere Card and enjoy exclusive benefits to make your next theatre visit even more special.

Join now and enjoy the following exclusive Premiere Card benefits: • No booking or resale fees (for up to four tickets) • Special discounts and exclusive two-for-one ticket offers (for up to four tickets) • Priority booking period • Special email offers • ‘Try Something New’ discount voucher • Post-show receptions • Theatre tours • Regular newsletters

Visit orchardtheatre.co.uk or call the Ticket Office on 01322 220000 to join today!

TAXI & PRIVATE HIRE

We are serving the people of DARTFORD for over 40 years All Night Cars use range of vehicles including saloon cars, estates, people carriers (for up to 8 passengers) and wheelchair accessible vehicles Call us on

(01322) 22 11 00 Book online at

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For more information contact Jamie Leadbeatter on jleadbeatter@orchardtheatre.co.uk

Premiere Card members save up to £1000 in this Season Brochure! *when paying by Direct Debit, otherwise price increases to £35

Family shows are indicated with a (children over the age of 18 months must have their own seat).

At all other shows, children under 4 will not be admitted to The Orchard Theatre.

The Orchard Theatre is managed on behalf of Dartford Borough Council by HQ Theatres & Hospitality Ltd, a Qdos Entertainment Company.

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THE AWARD-WINNING MUSICAL

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£40.50 TUE – THU £42.50

WED 30 AUGUST – SAT 9 SEPTEMBER

FRI & SAT

The smash-hit musical comedy Hairspray is coming to Dartford with a production guaranteed to have you dancing the night away!

It’s Baltimore, 1962 where Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, is on a mission to follow her dreams and dance her way onto national TV. Starring Brenda Edwards (X Factor, Chicago), Matt Rixon (The Ladykillers), Norman Pace (Hale & Pace) and Layton Williams (Bad Education), Hairspray features the hit songs Welcome To The 60s, You Can’t Stop The Beat, The Nicest Kids In Town and many more.

This irresistible feel-good show is a perfect treat for all the family – let your hair down and book now!

MON – SAT 7.30PM, THU 31 AUG & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Mon – Thu £22.50 – £42.00, Fri & Sat £27.50 – £44.50, Thu Mat £22.50 – £37.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Wed 30 August S SE & Mon 4 September.

TWO-COUR + SHOW £7.50 off Tue 5 September (off top three ticket prices only) £53.5U0EVE CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Mon – Thu MON – TH (off top two ticket prices only) .50 £55SA UNDER 18s £10.00 off Mon – Thu FRI – T (off top two ticket prices only) £49.50 GROUPS 6+ £2.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off THU MAT GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (All group discounts excl. Fri & Sat, Discount off top two ticket prices only) SCHOOLS & YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £18.00 (excl. top two price tickets, excl. Fri & Sat) Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

Meal Deal

‘THE ULTIMATETheFEEL-GOOD SHOW’ Guardian

MON 11 – SAT 16 SEPTEMBER

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MATS 2.30PM TICKETS Mon – Thu £22.00 – £29.00 Fri & Sat £24.00 – £31.00 The international smash-hit Spirit of the Dance PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE celebrates a record-breaking 23 year anniversary as one PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one of the most successful dance shows ever.

Mon, £7.50 off Tue – Thu Seen by more than 30 million people in 20 countries FAMILY OFFER – 4 TICKETS £75.00 Mon – Thu UNDER 18s Half price around the world Spirit of the Dance is winner of nine CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Mon – Thu Global Awards, including ‘Best Choreography’ and (off top two ticket prices only, excl. premium seats) ‘Best International Production’.

MID-WEEK MATINEE OAP SPECIAL £22.50 Wed Irish in origin and bursting with raw energy, this explosive (Best available) and powerful show combines heart-pounding Irish Dance SCHOOLS & YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £12.00 with the sensual Latino rhythms of Flamenco and Red Hot (excl. top price tickets and Premium, excl. Sat Eve) GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off Salsa in a thrilling production of strength and passion.

GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (All group discounts off top Prices shown are inclusive of any This is a show not to be missed. two ticket prices only, excl.applicable Sat Eve) booking fee.

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

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SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK The Rod Stewart Story Some Guys Have All The Luck is a fantastic theatrical production celebrating the career of one of rocks greatest icons, Rod Stewart.

Paul Metcalfe delivers an authentic and charismatic performance of this legendary singer-songwriter and performer right down to the last detail – from the distinctive vocals to the swaggering showmanship that has made Rod Stewart one of the most loved performers of all time.

UK TOUR 2017

Bull & Bonkers Tour A memorable evening of hysterical nonsense, as we take a peek into the circus lurking deep within the mind of, probably the greatest, comic storyteller ever to grace the stage. Jethro beguiles and befuddles his audience with the endless stream of irreverent twaddle that has created a comedy genius. Over 4 million DVD sales pay testament to the legion of fans who have followed Jethro faithfully throughout his career.

SUN 17 SEPTEMBER 11AM & 2PM

WED 20 SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM

The Magic Story Book Starring Milkshake! favourites Bob the Builder, Little Princess, Noddy, Fireman Sam, Shimmer & Shine, Pip from Pip Ahoy!, Winnie and Wilbur, Wissper, Milkshake’s very own Milkshake! Monkey and two Milkshake! presenters. This all singing, all dancing show, will take audiences on a journey through the world’s favourite fairy tales. Set amongst Milkshake’s magical bookcase, this brand-new live show is sure to amaze and delight!

Think Floyd are renowned for their stunning celebration of one of the world’s greatest musical icons, faithfully recreating the legendary sound of Pink Floyd live on stage. The production is backed by an impressive laser light show, together with the sheer energy of the band, this promises a first-class evening of pure Pink Floyd.

THINK FLOYD

DINING SEATS £48.50 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket, row G-K)

TICKETS £18.00 CHILD £16.00 FAMILY OFFER – 4 TICKETS £64.00

TICKETS £24.50 – £28.50 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 8+ £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off

SUN 17 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

THU 21 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

Performing all the hits that made this Cockney duo famous, including Gertcha, Sideboard Song, Rabbit, Ain’t No Pleasing You, Margate and many more. Still going strong, in the past three years they’ve recorded a new hit album That’s What Happens, recently headlined The Royal Variety Show, sold out The Royal Albert Hall London, performed an arena tour with Statue Quo and made a guest DINING SEATS £53.50 appearance on BBC TV Strictly Come Dancing. (includes a two-course meal in

The Roy Orbison Story Barry Steele is quite simply unmissable, as he takes you on this specially produced musical journey in time, featuring Orbison’s hits from the early ‘60s leading up to the internationally acclaimed concert ‘The Black and White Night’ and The Traveling Wilburys.

The show also features chart busting hits originally made famous

by The Spencer Davies Group, Del Shannon and Jerry Lee Lewis.

TICKETS £30.50 – £32.50

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JETHRO

DINING SEATS £45.50 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket, row G-K)

TICKETS £24.50 PREMIERE CARD £4.50 off GROUPS 8+ £2.00 off GROUPS 10+ £4.50 off

CHAS & DAVE plus support Tap Factory Productions Ltd & TBO Productions present

TUE 19 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

TICKETS £25.50 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off

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BARRY STEELE & FRIENDS

DINING SEATS £45.00 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket, row G-K)

TICKETS £24.00 PREMIERE CARD £20.00 GROUPS 10+ £20.00

MON 18 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

FRI 22 SEPTEMBER 8PM

Tap Factory is a hit-show for all the family. Featuring high-energy urban tap dance, explosive percussion and unbelievable acrobatics, all wrapped up in a fun-filled evening. The stunning live music and choreography is created from the most ordinary of objects by a highly talented, internationally renowned cast of award-winning tap dancers. Don’t miss it!

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Westphalia Is Not An Option Following a previously sold-out show, Henning Wehn is back!

Join German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn for an evening of Teutonic jolliness at its best. This time Henning’s having an unbiased look at immigration. He also wonders, if, generally speaking, people are competent. Luckily in his case this doesn’t matter as either he’s funny or he lives up to a national stereotype.

It’s a win-win situation. Come along. Or else.

TAP FACTORY

TICKETS £20.00 – £28.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE UNDER 21s £20.50 (best available) PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off

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£41.50

HENNING WEHN

TICKETS £21.50

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Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

FOLLOWING TEN YEARS OF THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY A NEW THRILLER FROM ‘THE BEST WOMAN CRIME WRITER SINCE CHRISTIE’

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THE SUNDAY TIMES

BILL KENWRIGHT

SAT 23 SEPTEMBER 7PM, BAR OPEN 7PM DINNER 8PM DISCO UNTIL 1AM

PRESENTS

THE BIG PINK BALL

Get ready for a fantastic evening that raises money for Breast Cancer Now. With entertainment from singer songwriter Rich Lown, eight- piece band Bare Groove, table magicians, a raffle, charity auction, comedy, music and more! Enjoy a glass of bubbles and canapés followed by a three-course dinner and disco until 1am.

Get dressed up and get down to the breast ball in town!

TICKETS £55.00 (includes three-course meal) PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off TABLE OF 10 £500

CHRIS ELLISON SOPHIE WARD ROBERT DUNCAN DEBORAH GRANT SHIRLEY ANNE FIELD ANTONY COSTA AND BEN NEALON IN

SUN 24 SEPTEMBER 2PM

Photos include previous cast

SONGS THAT WON THE WAR Relive the good old days as the delightful D-Day Darlings take you on a musical journey back to the heart of the 1940s, featuring songs

by The Andrews Sisters, Vera Lynn, Gracie Fields and many more.

The Songs That Won The War offers a light-hearted journey through wartime Britain which revives the melodies that filled the airwaves during the time, with a patriotic and uplifting energy.

TICKETS £18.50 CONCESSIONS £17.50 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

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Celebrating the sound of a generation Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show steams into town! Seen by over one million people all over the world and recently performed for the Royal Variety Performance 2016. Forty back-to-back classic Motown hits, glittering costume changes, dazzling dance moves and outstanding musicianship in this explosive concert.

SUN 24 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY

SIMON BRETT AND ANTONY LAMPARD

THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN

DIRECTED BY

ELAINE PAIGE

The First Lady of Musical Theatre Elaine Paige has performed live in concert all over the world. As a recording artist Elaine has released 22 solo albums and has featured on seven cast recordings and has had major worldwide hits with songs such as Memory (Cats) and I Know Him So Well (Chess). See Elaine perform many of the hits that made her a global star and some of her favourite songs are given the Paige treatment.

Meal Deal

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£63.00

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

ROY MARSDEN

JULIE GODFREY MALCOLM RIPPETH SOUND DESIGNER DAN SAMSON DESIGNER

LIGHTING DESIGNER

★★★★★

‘A FIVE STAR ‘WHO DUNNIT’’

MON 25 – SAT 30 SEPTEMBER

SUN 8 OCTOBER 7.30PM

TICKETS £33.00 – £43.00 VIP SEATS AVAILABLE £77.50 (includes tour laminate, programme, signed book & poster, rows A-C) PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

ESSENTIAL SURREY

THE GUILDFORD NEWS

TICKETS £31.00 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off GROUPS 20+ £7.50 off

★★★★ ‘AN EXCELLENT EVENING’S ENTERTAINMENT’

Eunice struggles to fit in. When she joins a wealthy family as their housekeeper the very reason for her awkwardness, long hidden, leads to a terrible tale of murder in cold blood – on Valentine’s Day. Ruth Rendell’s brilliant plot unravels a lifetime of deceit, and cover-ups which, when revealed, brings a shocking revelation almost as grizzly as murder itself.

Building on the phenomenal success of The Agatha Christie Theatre Company, Bill Kenwright presents this new production adapted from one of Ruth Rendell’s most celebrated works. The star cast includes Chris Ellison best known as DCI Frank Burnside in The Bill and Burnside, and Great Expectations in London’s West End, Sophie Ward who played the beautiful love interest of Young Sherlock Holmes and Dr Helen Trent in ITV’s Heartbeat, Robert Duncan, best known for Drop The Dead Donkey, Deborah Grant, who has starred in Not Going Out and Bergerac, movie icon Shirley Anne Field who became an overnight star in the landmark film The Entertainer opposite Sir Laurence Olivier, Antony Costa who shot to fame in chart-topping boy band Blue and Agatha Christie Company stalwart Ben Nealon whose TV credits include ITV’s award-winning Soldier Soldier.

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MATS 2.30PM TICKETS Mon – Thu & Sat Mat £21.00 – £31.00 Photos of current cast which may be subject to change.

Wed Mat £21.00 – £28.00 Fri & Sat Eve £23.00 – £33.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE UNDER 21s* £20.50 (excl. Fri & Sat) CONCESSIONS* £2.00 off Mon – Thu (off top two ticket prices only) PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one on Mon, £7.50 off top two ticket prices Tue & Wed SCHOOLS 10+* £15.00 Stalls & Circle, £12.00 Upper Circle Mon – Thu GROUPS 10+* £7.50 off GROUPS 20+*£8.50 off GROUPS 40+* £9.50 off (All group discounts off top two ticket prices, excl. Fri & Sat Eve) AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE

SAT 30 SEPTEMBER 2.30PM

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MON 9 – SAT 14 OCTOBER WED 4 – SAT 7 OCTOBER WED – SAT 7.30PM, SAT MAT 2.30PM Famous for the 1952 MGM movie version starring TICKETS £11.50 – £22.50 Gene Kelly and hailed by critics as the ultimate PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE feel-good show, Singin’ in the Rain brings the charm, PREMIERE CARD Two tickets romance, comedy and tinsel town glamour of one of for the price of one, Wed the world’s best-loved films. Featuring a glorious score CONCESSIONS £2.00 off including Good Morning, Make ’em Laugh, Moses UNDER 16s £5.00 off STUDENTS £13.50 Thu Supposes and the legendary Singin’ in the Rain, this GROUPS 10+ £4.50 off show will shower you with everything you could ever want in a musical.

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Starring Strictly Come Dancing Champion Joanne Clifton and A1 heartthrob Ben Adams, Flashdance – The Musical is the inspiring and unforgettable story of Alex, a determined welder who dreams of becoming a professional dancer. When a romance complicates her ambitions, she harnesses it to drive her dream of attending Shipley Dance Academy.

Prepare to be blown away by an astonishing musical spectacle with phenomenal choreography to this iconic score including the smash hits Maniac, Gloria, I Love Rock & Roll and of course the sensational title track Flashdance...

What A Feeling.

Sparks will fly and you’ll dance like you’ve never danced before!

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£46.50 FRI 5PM £53.50

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£56.50

E MON – SAT 7.30PM, FRI & SAT EV FRI 5PM & 8.30PM, SAT 2.30PM TICKETS Mon – Thu Eve & Sat Mat £22.50 – £42.00, Fri 5pm £20.00 – £35.00, Fri & Sat Eve £24.50 – £44.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Mon, £7.50 off Tue Eve & Fri 5pm (off top three prices only, inc. Premium) UNDER 18s £10.00 off Mon – Thu (off top two ticket prices only) CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Mon – Thu (off top two ticket prices only) SENIOR SPECIAL £27.50 Fri 5pm (best available) SCHOOLS & YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £15.00 Mon – Fri (selected seats) Plus one free teacher ticket with every ten student tickets purchased.

GROUPS 6+ £2.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (All group discounts off top two ticket prices only, excl. Sat)

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

THE BROADWAY SMASH HIT MUSICAL COMEDY THE BROADWAY SMASH HIT MUSICAL COMEDY COMES TO DARTFORD THIS HALLOWEEN THIS HALLOWEEN COMES TO THE SCOTSMAN

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TUE 31 OCTOBER – SAT 4 NOVEMBER Everyone’s favourite kooky family are on stage in the UK premiere of this spectacular musical comedy.

Starring Samantha Womack (EastEnders, Kingsmen) as Morticia, Carrie Hope Fletcher (Les Misérables, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), Cameron Blakely (Les Misérables) as Gomez and Les Dennis (Coronation Street) as Uncle Fester.

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and has a secret that only Gomez knows. She’s fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family. With a live orchestra and extraordinary original score, join Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley and more for a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship… with a twist.

TUE – THU & SAT 7.30PM, FRI 5PM & 8.30PM, SAT 2.30PM TICKETS Tue – Thu £25.00 – £42.00, Fri 5pm £20.00 – £37.50, Fri – Sat £27.00 – £44.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one on Tue, £7.50 off Wed & Fri 5pm UNDER 18s Half price, excl. Fri & Sat Eves CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Tue – Thu (off top two prices only) SCHOOLS / YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £15.00 (selected seats Tue – Thu & Fri 5pm) GROUPS 6+ £3.00 off eal GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off MTWeaO-lCOD URSES GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off + SHOW GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off £46.5M0 (All group discounts off FRI 5P top two prices only, excl. Sat Eve) 3.50

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SUN 15 OCTOBER 7.30PM

TUE 24 OCTOBER 7.30PM

THE SOLID GOLD ROCK ‘N’ ROLL SHOW

LULU

All About The Music Following on from her smash-hit 2016 tour Lulu returns with her biggest tour yet! There is one overriding influence in the life of this acclaimed singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman, Grammy and Novello Award nominee, and that is, it has always been All About The Music.

Marty Wilde, Eden Kane, Mike Berry and The Wildcats, as well as very special guest Mark Wynter, join forces in The Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll Show. Teen idols of their day, Marty, Eden, Mike and Mark show us how rock ‘n’ roll with its fusion of sound and rhythm shaped the style of music that we listened to then and still do today.

TICKETS £33.00 – £43.00 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off VIP SEATS £74.00 (Rows A – C) Include tour laminate, signed programme, a glass of Prosecco and canapés on arrival, plus priority entry.

TICKETS £33.50 – £36.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

WED 25 OCTOBER 8PM

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Peppa Pig and friends are back in the brand-new live show Peppa Pig’s Adventure!

Join Peppa as she gets ready to go on an exciting camping trip to the woods with her school friends, including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. With lunch-boxes packed and Daddy Pig driving the bus, Peppa and friends are excited about their outdoor adventure, full of games, laughter and live music!

JOEL DOMMETT

Peppa Pig © Astley Baker Davies Ltd / Entertainment One UK Ltd 2003

FRI 20 – SUN 22 OCTOBER FRI 1PM & 4PM, SAT 10AM, 1PM & 4PM, SUN 10AM & 1PM

Live One of the UK’s most energetic and exciting comedians returns to the road with his solo show, Joel Dommett: LIVE. Catch the star of I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here and Sky1’s Bring The Noise as he delivers his high octane comedy to venues up and down the country.

He has gone on to appear in numerous television shows including; Impractical Jokers, Reality Bites, Russell Howard’s Good News, Drunk History, and has performed in acting roles for Popatron and Skins.

TICKETS £22.50 STUDENTS £19.50 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

THU 26 OCTOBER 7.30PM

PSYCHIC SALLY Kisses To Heaven

The happy campers soon settle down to sleep and listen to the gentle pitter patter of rain. Safe and warm inside their tents the excited group can look forward to morning time, when there will be lots of muddy puddles to play in!

TICKETS £20.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE UNDER 16s £2.00 off FAMILY OFFER – 4 TICKETS £72.00

World renowned psychic, television and theatre star and the UK’s favourite award-winning medium Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her phenomenal interactive stage show. This is a unique evening not to be missed. Book your tickets now to see this phenomenal psychic in action.

The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.

Cory’s Dining Seats ADULTS £30.00 CHILD £23.00 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant)

TICKETS £28.50 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

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MON 23 OCTOBER 7.30PM

CIRCUS OF HORRORS

The Circus Of Horrors have been touring all over the world for 22 years and now return with their latest phenomenon Voodoo VaudEvil. The spectacular features an amazing amalgamation of bizarre, brave and beautiful acts all woven into a sensational shock horror story and driven by a mainly original soundscape and performed with a forked tongue in each cheek!

16+

10+

DINING SEATS £63.00 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket, row G-K)

TICKETS £18.00 – £28.00 PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one GROUPS 8+ £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £9.50 off

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GROUPS GET MORE AT THE ORCHARD THEATRE If you are part of a party of ten or more ask us about special ticket deals on selected shows

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WITH SPECIAL GUESTS

FEATURING

ABSOLUTE HITS THAT MADE THE DECADE

FRI 27 OCTOBER 7.30PM

MIDGE URE, THE CHRISTIANS & ALTERED IMAGES

Midge Ure with his band Electronica, The Christians and Altered Images featuring Clare Grogan, three critically acclaimed legends of the 80s join forces in this major new UK tour. With millions of albums sales and iconic hits, plus over 30 years perfecting their craft, performing to audiences at sold-out stadiums, intimate unplugged sets and everything in between, this authentic 80s triple-header is not to be missed. Absolute hits that made the decade.

TICKETS £33.50 – £36.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

SON JON RICHARD BER O CT O FRI 20 ATS

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MISTER MAKER

Join CBeebies’ Mister Maker in his hit live theatre tour! With a fabulous supporting cast and art at its heart, this fantastic live show encourages Mini Makers and grown-ups to sing, dance and make some noise! There’s a big ‘make’ to take part in, lots of audience participation and...The Shapes! Yes, you’ll be able to share the fun with Circle, Square, Rectangle and Triangle too! Mini Makers, get ready to go on a real arty adventure and book your tickets today!

LY W I L S E L L’ S R US

TICKETS £16.50 UNDER 16s £13.50 FAMILY OFFER – 4 TICKETS £54.00 PREMIERE CARD £1.50 off GROUPS 10+ £1.50 off

SUN 29 OCTOBER 8PM

The Total Dire

MONEY FOR NOTHING Straits Experience Money for Nothing was formed in 2000 as a recreation of one of the world’s premier rock bands – Dire Straits. The abundant energy and the excellence and musicality of their performance makes Money for Nothing a ‘must see’ for any rock enthusiast or Dire Straits fan.

Not to be missed!

HHHHH ‘Undoubtedly the BEST Dire Straits Band in Europe.

Make no mistake…they are good...VERY GOOD!’ The Observer

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TICKETS £27.50 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

SUN 12 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Here Come the Classics is a selection of orchestral favourites performed by the world-class Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Highlights include Grieg In the Hall of the Mountain King, Beethoven Allegretto from his Seventh Symphony and Rossini William Tell: Galop alongside calm and spine-tingling pieces such as Vaughan Williams Lark Ascending, Mozart Horn Concerto and selections from Tchaikovsky’s much-loved Nutcracker…and many more!

TICKETS £29.00 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

TUE 14 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

GOK WAN Naked & Baring All Thick-rimmed glasses. Shrieking laughs. Getting naked in shop windows! But whatever you think you know about TV’s fashion guru Gok Wan, you haven’t heard the half of it. From his humble beginnings on a Leicester council estate, to becoming one of the country’s most recognised faces. Gok candidly unravels his life to reveal everything he has not yet dared to bare.

TICKETS £29.00 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

Shirley is a Liverpool housewife. Her kids have left home and she makes chips and egg for her husband while talking to the wall. Where has her life disappeared to? Out of the blue, her best friend offers her a trip to Greece for two weeks and she secretly packs her bags.

She heads for the sun and starts to see the world and herself very differently.

Willy Russell’s heart-warming, one-woman play premiered in 1986 and took the world by storm. It was adapted into an Oscar-nominated film, now, on its 30th anniversary this is the first major revival of this national treasure.

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MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Mon – Thu & Sat Mat £20.50 – £30.50 Wed Mat £20.50 – £26.50 Fri & Sat Eve £22.50 – £32.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one on Mon, £7.50 off Tue & Wed (off top three ticket prices only, inc Premium) CONCESSIONS £2.00 off (top two ticket prices only) UNDER 21s £20.50 Best available seats (excl. Fri & Sat Eve) SES TWO-COUR GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off + SHOW & GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off MON-THU AT GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off £43.50 WED/SAT M (All group discounts off top 0 £46.5 two ticket prices only, excl. Sat Eve) SAT EVE

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THE ORIGINAL WEST END MUSICAL IS BACK

‘IT’S ELECTRIFYING - GO, GO, GO’ SKY NEWS

‘A FEEL-GOOD, PICK-ME-UP MUSICAL’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

TUE 21 – SAT 25 NOVEMBER He’s the one that you want! Tom Parker, from the UK’s top boy band The Wanted, stars in his first ever theatrical role as ‘bad boy’ Danny. Also starring Over The Rainbow winner Danielle Hope as Sandy and EastEnders’ and Strictly Come Dancing’s Louisa Lytton as Rizzo, this original, electrifying West End production lights up The Orchard Theatre for one week only.

It’s the original high-school musical, featuring all the unforgettable songs from the hit movie including You’re The One That I Want, Grease Is The Word, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Sandy, Greased Lightnin’ and many more.

IT’S THE ONE THAT YOU WANT! www.greasethemusical.co.uk

So throw your mittens around your kittens and hand jive the night away with the show that’ll make you want to stand up and shout, ‘A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop, a-wop-bam-boom!’.

TUE – THU 7.30PM, FRI 5.30PM & 8.30PM, SAT 5PM & 8.30PM, WED MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Tue – Thu & Fri 8.30pm £25.00 – £42.00 Sat 5pm & 8.30pm £28.00 – £45.00 Wed Mat & Fri 5.30pm £20.00 – £35.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Tue and post show reception (includes free drink – pre-book only), £7.50 off Wed 7.30pm CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Tue – Thu (off top two ticket prices only) UNDER 18s £5.00 off (excl. Fri & Sat) FAMILY OFFER Up to two children (under 16s) half price with each full price adult (Mon – Thu) SCHOOL/YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £18.00 (selected seats, Tue – Thu) GROUPS 6+ £3.00 off eal MTWeaO-lCOD URSES GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off + SHOW GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off £53.50EVE TUE – WED All group discounts off top 0 M £46.5 two ticket prices (excl. Fri 5.30pm & Sat) & FRI 5.30P WED MAT Prices shown are inclusive of £56.50 any applicable booking fee.

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SOUL II SOUL & Guest Acts

SOUL II SOUL are the greatest British urban act ever! They revolutionised R’N’B and they are the art of cool. Featuring Jazzie B and Carol Wheeler and their very special live orchestral band and D’J’s, their hits and classic cool tracks will just keep on coming including Back to Life, Keep on Moving, Get A Life, Jazzie’s Groove and many more. Come experience the magic!

Chubby doesn’t hold back from sharing his outlandish views, sailing so close to the mark, even the most seasoned of the fans will be left gob-smacked! A politically incorrect as ever this live performance is the only place to catch the flamboyant comedian!

If easily offended please stay away!

TICKETS £25.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £4.50 off GROUPS 10+ £4.50 off

DINING SEATS £60.50 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket)

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SUN 26 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

The Dreamboys are back and hotter than ever with a brand-new show and UK tour for 2017. If you’re looking for the very best girls’ night out, look no further than these incredible stripping hunks.

This is one action-packed show full of music, muscle, magic and mayhem that will leave you breathless and begging for more!

to life once again HIS WAY. Featuring the swing, swagger and velvet vocals of Old Blue Eyes in an unmissable evening with Stephen Triffitt.

Including greats such as Fly Me To The Moon; Mack The Knife; Lady Is A Tramp; My Kind Of Town; All The Way and Luck Be A Lady delight spellbound audiences, all performed impeccably and with all of Frank’s legendary charm.

DINING SEATS £51.50

FRANKLY SINATRA Direct from Las Vegas, the iconic music of Frank Sinatra is brought

THE DREAMBOYS

TICKETS £26.00 – £31.00 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

FRI 17 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS Back in Black Tour

TICKETS £30.50 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off GROUPS 20+ £7.50 off

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TICKETS £25.50 & £27.50 PREMIERE CARD £7.50 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off

MON 27 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCE

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Back with a brand-new production The Chicago Blues Brothers are taking you back to 1980 to finish the concert at the Palace ballroom hotel. Infectious, dazzling, riotous, exuberant and spirited, the legacy of Jake and Elwood has been jump-started for a new generation. The Chicago Blues Brother are on a mission once again – in a high-octane, on-stage party you can’t afford to miss.

(includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket)

A BRAND NEW PRODUCTION FOR 2017 MIKE PENDER CHRIS FARLOWE, HERMAN’S HERMITS THE FORTUNES AND NEW AMEN CORNER (ORIGINAL VOICE OF THE SEARCHERS)

Returning by popular demand, the most explosive, must-see 60s show is touring the UK in 2017. For one night only, five legendary names take to the stage and deliver a night never to be forgotten. Step back in time, when pop music was at its best with hits including Needles and Pins, Out Of Time, I’m Into Something Good, Storm In A Tea Cup, Bend Me Shape Me plus many more.

TICKETS £28.50 – £32.00 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

DINING SEATS £53.00 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket)

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TUE 28 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

For over 50 years John Mayall has served as a pioneer of blues music, rightly earning him the title ‘The Godfather of British Blues’. Sixty four albums later and John’s captivating and authentic sound is still as vital today is it ever was. Special guest and long term collaborator, Texan guitarist Buddy Whittington makes a welcome return to the UK with The Buddy Whittington Band.

An exclusive rare appearance of two of the biggest bands of pop history, with two of the biggest Christmas hits, come to the stage.

Don’t miss them perform Merry Xmas Everybody (Slade) and Lonely This Christmas (Mud2) plus some of the best songs both bands back catalogue including Take Me Bak ‘Ome, Cum On Feel The Noize from Slade and Dyna-Mite, The Secrets That You Keep from Mud2.

TICKETS £33.50 – £38.50 PREMIERE CARD £7.50 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off

TICKETS £37.00 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

JOHN MAYALL In Concert

BEAT THE QUEUE

JUMP THE QUEUE AT THE INTERVAL BY PRE-ORDERING YOUR INTERVAL DRINKS WHEN YOU ARRIVE.

SLADE & MUD2

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You are invited to the biggest Royal Ball of the year as a sumptuous production of Cinderella comes to The Orchard Theatre.

Starring Louie Spence as Dandini, Michelle Collins as The Wicked Stepmother, Jayne Wisener as Cinderella and Phil Butler as Buttons, don’t miss this year’s unmissable Christmas treat packed full of laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning special effects, beautiful costumes and plenty to boo and hiss at.

Join Cinders as she goes from rags-to-riches and meets her very own Prince Charming in Cinderella, the Fairy Godmother of all Pantomimes!

TICKETS £37, £33, £28, £23, £18 Premium Seats Available

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee. Fee-free booking for Premiere Card Members (maximum of 4 tickets); Groups of 10+ please call 01322 220000 to buy fee-free.

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DINING SEATS £49.00 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket

BOWIE EXPERIENCE The Golden Years Tour Bowie Experience is a breath-taking concert celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon, David Bowie. A must-see for all Bowie fans, the latest production promises an unforgettable journey of sound and vision, featuring all the hits from A to Ziggy. Bowie Experience continues to amaze audiences with an astounding attention to detail, bringing the golden years of David Bowie to theatres across the globe. So, put on your red shoes and Let’s Dance!

TICKETS £24.00 – £28.00 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off

THU 30 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

WHITNEY – QUEEN OF THE NIGHT Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hit’s, this award winning production features a sensational line-up of musicians and artistes, and together with a powerhouse and breath-taking performance in the spirit of Whitney, deliver a show that exceeds expectation on every level.

DINING SEATS £47.00 ‘Hearts pounding, feet tapping, a (includes a two-course meal in must-see for Whitney fans.’ Danielle Travis The Restaurant and show ticket TICKETS £27.00 PREMIERE CARD £4.50 off GROUPS 10+ £4.50 off

MON 11 DECEMBER 7.30PM

THAT’LL BE THE DAY Christmas Special

Topped with lashings of Christmas spirit get ready to party as That’ll Be The Day returns with its Brand New 2017 Christmas Show! The UK’s most popular Rock ‘N’ Roll variety show celebrates the festive season with all your favourite Christmas classics from the 50s, 60s and 70s, plus plenty of hilarious comedy!

‘The best Rock & Roll show on the road!’ Time Out

TICKETS £30.00 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

MON 18 DECEMBER 7.30PM

MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS Charity concert in aid of Parkinson’s UK and the Samaritans.

Get into the festive spirit and celebrate Christmas with the Belvedere Concert Band and guests as they bring you the very best of music and song from the classics, stage and big screen with plenty of Christmas favourites!

Sponsored by United Living TICKETS £21.00 – £22.50 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off UNDER 18s £3.00 off PREMIERE CARD £3.50 off

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

TUE 2 – SAT 6 JANUARY Direct from the USA the international smash hit show New Jersey Nights comes to the UK as part of a world tour. The show is a spectacular celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, and takes the audience on a nostalgic musical journey through the career of one of the biggest selling groups of all time.

From the back street studio in New Jersey where it all began, this vibrant production includes all of The Four Seasons greatest hits, including Sherry, Rag Doll, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man and many more.

TUE – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Tue – Thu £22.00–£31.00 Fri & Sat £24.00–£33.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Tue, £7.50 off Wed (top two prices only) CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Tue–Thu (off top two ticket prices only) SES UNDER 18s £20.50 (Best Available) TWO-COUR + SHOW SCHOOLS 10+ £12.00 Upper Circle, £43.50U £15.00 Stalls and Circle (excl. Fri & Sat) WED & TH GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off 0 £46.5 GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off FRI & SAT GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (all group discounts off top two prices, excl. Sat eve)

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THE

THE NEW MUSICAL FOR ANYONE WHO HAD A HEART

NUTCRACKER MUSIC: PYOTR TCHAIKOVSKY

BASED ON THE HIT TELEVISION SERIES

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BILL KENWRIGHT & LAURIE MANSFIELD PRESENT

“Not to be missed”

BAFTA AWARD WINNING

Sunday Express

JEFF POPE’S

THE MUSICAL

TUE 16 – SAT 20 JANUARY

with Full Orchestra

WED 10 – SAT 13 JANUARY Moscow City Ballet is currently at its outstanding artistic best, winning new invitations to perform internationally.

Artistic Director Smirnov-Golovanov’s version of The Nutcracker has an innovative freshness and the orchestra, choreography, interpretation, beauty and outstanding virtuoso performances win repeatedly rave reviews.

Tchaikovsky ‘big story ballets’ are the essence of Russian culture – composed, choreographed and premiered in Russia. Seeing performances by Moscow dancers never fails to add that magical ingredient of Russian soul.

Founder: Victor Smirnov-Golovanov WED – SAT 7.30PM, THU & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS £22.50 – £36.50 PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Wed, £7.50 off Thu FAMILY OF FOUR Ticket £100.00 (Must include 1 adult and 1 child, excl. Sat Eve) UNDER 12s Half Price (excl. Sat Eve) THU MATINEE SPECIAL £30.50 (Over 60s, Best available + Afternoon Tea for £5.00) SCHOOLS 10+ £15.00 upper circle (excl. Sat Eve) GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (excl. Sat Eve) DINING SEATS £57.50 (includes a two-course meal in Prices shown are inclusive of The Restaurant and show ticket) any applicable booking fee.

THE SPECTACULAR RISE OF ONE OF BRITAIN’S BEST-LOVED ENTERTAINERS OF ALL TIME

Cilla – The Musical is the spectacular and heart-warming musical adaptation of the critically acclaimed hit ITV television series by Bafta-Award winner, Jeff Pope (The Moorside, Philomena, From The Cradle To The Grave, Mrs Biggs and the acclaimed Little Boy Blue which had ITV audiences glued to their screens). It tells the extraordinary story of the ordinary girl from Liverpool whose teenage dreams of stardom lead her to becoming one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers of all time.

It’s an introduction by a young John Lennon to music mogul Brian Epstein that changes Priscilla White’s life forever. By the age of just 25 she would be known as singer and TV Star Cilla Black, Number One selling artist and at the fore-front of the Brit-Pop music scene. The musical score is the ultimate soundtrack to the 60s including Cilla’s greatest hits Anyone Who Had A Heart, Alfie and Something Tells Me, Twist And Shout by The Beatles, California Dreamin’ by The Mamas and The Papas’ and many more.

Kara Lily Hayworth plays Cilla. Following weeks of open auditions at venues up and down the country, Kara fought off thousands of hopefuls to be named as the girl who will step into the Legend’s coveted shoes in the first ever musical about the star’s life. Executive Producer and Cilla’s son, Robert Willis, said of Kara: ‘I knew she was the one my mum would have wanted!’

TUE – SAT 7.30PM, WED, THU & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Tue – Thu £22.50 – £42.00 Wed & Thu Mat £22.50– £37.50 Fri & Sat Eve, Sat Mat £27.50– £44.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE MEAL DEALS Wed – Thu Eve £53.50, Fri – Sat Eve £58.50, Wed & Thu Mat £49.50 PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Tues, £7.50 off Wed CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Tue – Thu (Top two price bands, excl. Premium Seats) UNDER 18s £10.00 off (Wed – Thu, excl. Premium Seats) GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (off top two ticket prices, excl. Premium Seats and Fri & Sat performances) SCHOOLS 10+ £18.00 (Wed Eve, Wed & Thu Mat, excl. Premium Seats and Top Price Band) Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

Photograph: Rex Features

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SINBAD THE SEAMAN

DINING SEATS £39.00 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket

With a minimum of set, props and costume the fearless company of three will take this traditional story and distort it almost beyond recognition.

Featuring Nick Hooton, Carrie Laurence and Pip Johnson – who, with the help of various traditional pantomime characters (and some not so traditional) will keep you entertained and prolong the all too short seasonal spirit! Get ready for an evening of slick, fast-moving, farcical fun and bawdy sexual innuendo (did we mention the innuendo?) for adults only.

TICKETS £19.00 PREMIERE CARD £4.50 off GROUPS 10+ £4.50 off

SUN 21 JANUARY 7.30PM

JOE BROWN

JOE BROWN FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER...

’ ‘ Just Joe

Join Joe as he incorporates his diverse musical styles into this brandnew show that is as unique as the man himself. Packed with timeless classics, rockabilly, gospel, country, folk and rock ‘n’ roll, all interwoven with Joe’s effervescent delivery and humorous reminiscences, this sensational show is a musical journey not to be missed. With special guest Henry Gross.

TICKETS £30.50 – £32.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off

SUN 28 JANUARY 7.30PM

STAND BY ME

DINING SEATS £50.50 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket)

A Celebration of Ben E King and The Drifters Stand By Me is the phenomenal musical history of one of the biggest selling bands of all time. The icons, challenges, controversy and conflicts, told through anecdotes of former members on screen, sit alongside the vast succession of more than 50 hits over the last six decades, including Under The Boardwalk, Saturday Night At The Movies, Up On The Roof, On Broadway and many more.

TICKETS £29.50 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off PREMIERE CARD £4.50 off

TUE 23 – SAT 27 JANUARY High-energy, high-kicking and gloriously glamorous, the acclaimed Watermill Theatre production of Crazy For You is the ultimate feel-good musical. Strictly Come Dancing winner Tom Chambers stars in this multi-award-winning, romantic comedy, featuring a fabulous score from the Gershwin brothers’ songbook.

Crazy For You charts the troubled love story of Bobby, son of a wealthy New York banking family and frustrated Broadway hoofer, and Polly, daughter of the proprietor of a failing theatre in Deadrock, Nevada. Sent to close the theatre down, Bobby falls for Polly and, in the guise of a Hungarian impresario, decides to save the theatre by putting on a show.

Featuring a wealth of memorable tunes, including I Got Rhythm, They Can’t Take That Away From Me, Nice Work If You Can Get It and Embraceable You.

TUE – SAT 7.30PM, WED, THU & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Tue – Thu Eve & Sat Mat £22.50 – £45.00 Wed & Thu Mat £22.50 – £39.00, Fri & Sat Eve £24.50 – £47.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Tue, £7.50 off Wed & Thu Mats U18s £10.00 off (excl. Fri & Sat Eve & Premium Seats) CONCESSIONS £2.00 off (excl. top two price bands & Premium Seats) EVENING PERFORMANCES GROUPS 8+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (excl. Premium Seats, Fri & Sat Eve) MATINEE PERFORMANCES GROUPS 8+ £8.50 off GROUPS 20+ £9.50 off GROUPS 40+ £10.50 off eal (excl. Premium Seats) MTWeaO-lCOD URSES SCHOOLS 10+ £18.00 Tue – Thu + SHOW (excl. Premium Seats & top price tickets) 6.50

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SOMEONE LIKE YOU

The Adele Songbook An immaculate celebration of one of our generation’s finest singer-songwriters. Hand-picked by Adele Graham Norton’s BBC Adele special, Katie Markham delivers all your favourite Adele hits, faithfully recreating the magic of the three record-breaking albums 19, 21 and 25 – including Chasing Pavements, Make You Feel My Love, Set Fire To The Rain, Someone Like You, Hello, Rolling In The Deep and the multi-million seller Skyfall.

TICKETS £24.50 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off DINING SEATS £44.50

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

ZIPPOS PRESENTS

REAL CIRCUS MADE FOR THEATRE

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‘Great for kids and even better for adults!’

THE SUN

WED 7 – SUN 11 FEBRUARY When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, Lord and Lady Saxby, she has no idea her life is in danger! Waking up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell Stella what has happened. But not everything Aunt Alberta tells her turns out to be true and Stella quickly discovers she’s in for the fight of her life against her very own awful Auntie!

From the award-winning producers of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of David Walliams’ amazing tale of frights, fights and friendship, featuring a very large owl, a very small ghost and a very awful Auntie!

WED 31 JANUARY – SAT 3 FEBRUARY PRIOR TO THE WEST END –

BRITAIN’S BIGGEST THEATRE-CIRCUS SPECTACULAR! Showcasing the finest in traditional circus thrills and skills, Cirque Berserk! celebrates the 250th anniversary of the invention of Circus by bringing this treasured form of live entertainment bang up-to-date in a jaw-dropping spectacular – created especially for the theatre.

Combining contemporary cirque-style artistry with adrenaline-fuelled stunt action, this astoundingly talented international troupe includes over thirty jugglers, acrobats, aerialists, dancers, drummers, daredevil stuntmen and of course the award-winning clown, Tweedy.

Featuring the world’s most hair-raising circus act – the legendary motorcycle ‘Globe of Death’. Don’t miss it!

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WED – SAT 7PM, THU & FRI 10.30AM, SAT & SUN 2.30PM, SUN 11AM TICKETS Wed – Fri £19.00 – £22.00 Sat & Sun £21.00 – £24.00 PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Wed, £2.00 off Thu – Sun UNDER 16s £5.00 off SCHOOLS 10+ £12.00 Wed – Thu & Fri 10.30am (includes an ice cream) GROUPS 10+ £15.00 (excl. Sat & Sun Performances) Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

‘The Birmingham Stage Company’s Gangsta Granny is truly brilliant, so I’m hugely excited that they’re now bringing Awful Auntie to the stage. It promises to be a thrilling show and a total hoot – Wagner and I can’t wait to see it!’

DAVID WALLIAMS

WED – SAT 7.30PM, THU – SAT 5PM, SAT MAT 2PM TICKETS Wed – Sat £15.00 – £29.50 Thu & Fri 5pm £22.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Wed, £7.50 off Thu (off top two ticket prices) UNDER 18s £17.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Wed & Thu (top two ticket bands) GROUPS 8+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (excl. Sat Eve) SCHOOLS / YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £12.00 (excl. Band A tickets)

Cory’s Dining Seats ADULTS £44.50 CHILD £35.50 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant)

Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2014.

Lettering of author’s name © Quentin Blake, 2010

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MON 5 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

MON 12 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Take a step back into 1920s & ’30s New York City and through the doors of Harlem’s hottest nightclub, ‘The Cotton Club’! In this show, the exhilarating dance and music of the Cotton Club is recreated by the fabulous Lindy Hop Dance Company, alongside The Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra, featuring American vocalist Marlene Hill and compere/vocalist Megs Etherington.

The Classic Rock Show’s world class band powers through the finest rock moments, from AC/DC and Aerosmith to Eric Clapton, The Eagles, ELO, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Meatloaf and Queen to The Who, Zeppelin, ZZ Top and everything in between. Performed with note-for-note precision that truly brings the original iconic and era defining recordings back to life on stage, with a huge sound and light show to match plus much, much more!

SWINGING AT THE COTTON CLUB

TICKETS £17.50 – £24.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £4.50 off GROUPS 8+ £4.00 off UNDER 21s £17.50

Opera & Ballet International presents two Ellen Kent Productions traditionally-staged with full orchestra, chorus & international soloists

WED 14 FEBRUARY 7.30PM The love story that gripped Paris, starring the international sopranos Alyona Kistenyova* and Maria HeeJung Kim* A tragic tale of searing passion and memorable music, La Traviata is Verdi’s outstanding interpretation of one of the most popular love stories of the 19th century, La Dame aux Camelias.

This magnificent production boasts sumptuous sets and costumes.

Both operas will be sung in Italian with English surtitles. *Cast subject to change.

The perfect Valentine’s Day treat!

SUN 6 MAY 7.30PM

THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW

TICKETS £27.50 GOLDEN CIRCLE (Rows A –F) £37.50 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off

TUE 13 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

JIM DAVIDSON On The Road Again

The people’s favourite comedian takes to ‘The Road Again’ with a brand-new show which promises to be the antidote to this ‘PC’ world we now live in. Guaranteed to be outrageous and as truthful as ever.

‘Boy does Jim know how to deliver his gospel.’…‘The audience could have stayed all night.’…‘He speaks with rare honesty.’ HHHHH The Express

TICKETS £26.50 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off

THU 15 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

THE ROLLING STONES STORY

Relive the classic hits in The Rolling Stones Story, a high energy concert celebrating the music of the World’s Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band. Let’s Spend The Night Together in the company of Mick and the boys and you will experience a truly authentic Rolling Stones spectacle; complete with an awesome production, the finest musicians and the world’s No. 1 Mick Jagger lookalike in Paul Ashworth.

TICKETS £24.00 – £28.00 PREMIERE CARD £4.50 off GROUPS 10+ £4.50 off

FRI 16 FEBRUARY 7:30PM Introducing the celebrated soprano Maria HeeJung Kim* from the Korean National Opera, Seoul and the international soprano Alyona Kistenyova* The heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results. Featuring exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.

TICKETS £24.50 – £36.50 CHAMPAGNE SEATS £52.50 (includes programme) PREMIERE CARD £5.50 off (Top two price bands) UNDER 21s £10.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 GROUPS 20+ £8.50 GROUPS 40+ £9.50

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DINING SEATS £47.50 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket)

DINING SEATS £49.00 (includes a two-course meal in The Restaurant and show ticket)

SHOWADDYWADDY

Showaddywaddy has lived up to the title of ‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ for the last four decades, selling over 20 million records and touring internationally. A dynamic and uplifting show featuring hits including Under The Moon Of Love, Three Steps To Heaven, Pretty Little Angel Eyes, Hey Rock & Roll and many more.

TICKETS £23.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

CELEBRATING CELEBRATING 50 50 YEARS YEARS OF OF THE THE ’68 ’68 SPECIAL SPECIAL

Spring! 2018

‘‘THIS THIS ELECTRIFYING ELECTRIFYING MUSICAL MUSICAL WILL WILL SEND SEND SHIVERS SHIVERS DOWN YOUR SPINE TRULY REMARKABLE’ DOWN YOUR SPINE - TRULY REMARKABLE’The Express The Express

BILL BILL KENWRIGHT KENWRIGHT and and LAURIE LAURIE MANSFIELD MANSFIELD present present

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MILTON JONES

SPOILER ALERT SAT 17 FEBRUARY

IS OUT THERE SUN 18 FEBRUARY

‘IT’S ‘IT’S DANCE-IN-THE-AISLES DANCE-IN-THE-AISLES BRILLIANT. BRILLIANT. Evening Post ELVIS LIVES!’ ELVIS LIVES!’Evening Post

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CONTENT PROVIDER SUN 25 FEBRUARY

Original story by

WED 2 MAY

LAURIE MANSFIELD PHILIP NORMAN

MON 19 – SAT 24 FEBRUARY It’s 1968 – the major musical event of the year is the first live TV special for Elvis Presley in what will come to be known as ‘The ’68 Comeback Special’.

Drawing phenomenal ratings, this event re-establishes Elvis as the major entertainment star of the decade, and twelve months later Elvis stars at the International Hotel in Vegas, performing live for the first time in seven years, and securing his place in history as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll! This production celebrates 50 years since the TV phenomenon and is testament that his songs live on and the King still rules!

SARAH MILLICAN CONTROL ENTHUSIAST WED 3 & THU 4 MAY

PAUL CHOWDRY LIVE INNIT SUN 11 MAY

Book by

LAURIE MANSFIELD PHILIP Original story by Book by NORMAN

This Is Elvis recreates all the drama leading up to the comeback as well as staging the monumental concert. It then proceeds with The King to his Vegas debut. Featuring Elvis’s greatest hits including…Trouble, Heartbreak Hotel, Blue Suede Shoes, Hounddog, Love Me Tender, All Shook eal MTWeaO-lCOD Up, Jailhouse Rock, One Night, It’s Now or Never, URSES + SHOW Are you Lonesome Tonight?, Can’t Help Falling in Love, £46EV.5E &0SAT MAT In The Ghetto, Suspicious Minds, American Trilogy, MON – THU 0 £50.5 Just Can’t Help Believing and many more…

SAT FRI & MAT

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MATS 2.30PM TICKETS Mon – Thu Eves, Wed & Sat Mat £22.00 – £33.50 Fri & Sat Eves £24.00 – £36.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Mon, £7.50 off Tue & Wed CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Mon – Thu (Top two price bands only) UNDER 18s Mon – Thu £10.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (All group discounts off top two ticket prices only, excl. Fri & Sat Eve) Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

FROM THE WRITER OF

CALENDAR GIRLS

STAR CAST TO BE ANNOUNCED

Immersion Theatre and Damien Tracey Productions present by arrangement with Our House (UK) Productions Ltd

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MADNESS

TUE 6 – SAT 10 MARCH By

A world stage premiere from the pen of one of the world’s greatest thriller writers.

TIM FIRTH Music and lyrics by

When Sandor snatched little Joe from the path of a London tube train, he was quick to make clear the terms of the rescue. ‘I saved your life’, he told the homeless youngster, ‘so your life belongs to me now’.

MADNESS

MON 26 FEBRUARY – SAT 3 MARCH From the writer of smash hits Calendar Girls and Kinky Boots comes the feel good, Olivier Award-winning Madness musical, Our House.

On the night of Joe’s 16th birthday, a split-second decision forces him to choose between himself and his heart. As two very different paths unfold before him, the consequences of that choice will change his life forever.

Set to a score of MADNESS hits including It Must Be Love, House Of Fun, Baggy Trousers and Our House, this hilarious, high energy musical will have you singing and dancing in the aisles…

Welcome to the house of fun!

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Mon –Thu £21.50 – £33.00 Fri & Sat Eves £24.00 – £36.00, Wed Mat £25.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Mon (and post show reception Pre-book only), £7.50 off Tue & Wed UNDER 18s £10.00 off (off top two prices, (excl. Premium Seats, excl. Fri & Sat Eve) Meal Deal CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Mon – Thu TWO-COURSES + SHOW (excl. Top two prices & Premium seats) £44.50 GROUPS 8+ £7.50 off MON – THU & SAT MAT GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off £49.50 GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off FRI & SAT EVE (Off top two prices, excl. Fri & Sat Eve) £38.50 SCHOOLS / YOUTH WED MAT GROUPS 10+ £15.00 PREMIERE CARD MEMBERS (Top two prices only, excl. Fri & Sat Eve) Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

£6.50 OFF MEAL DEALS

Sandor began to tell him a fairy-tale: an ageing prince, a kidnapped princess chained by one ankle, a missed rendezvous… But what did this mysterious story have to do with Sandor? Joe only understood his own role – he was a Gallowglass, the servant of a chief…

This classy thriller is brought to you by Middle Ground Theatre Company, whose recent productions here include The Verdict, Classic Ghosts and A Murder Is Announced.

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£42.5&0SAT MAT EVE WED – THU £40.50 WED MAT

£44.50

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TUE – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Tue – Thu Eve & Sat Mat £20.50 – £30.50 Fri & Sat Eve £22.50 – £32.50, Wed Mat £20.50 – £26.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Tue, £7.50 off Wed UNDER 21s £20.50 (Best Available, excl. Fri & Sat eve) CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Tue – Thu (Top two prices, excl. Premium Seats) GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (off top two prices, excl. Fri & Sat Eve) Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

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VINCENT SIMONE & FLAVIA CACACE STAR IN

TANGO MODERNO

PAGE TO STAGE

TANGO MODERNO A TANGO FOR TODAY

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“Quite simply breathtaking” TUE 13 – SAT 17 MARCH A twisted tale of nerve-jangling horror, this adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic gothic thriller stars Phil Daniels as the extraordinary Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.

During one of his audacious experiments trying to separate good from evil, the kind and gifted Dr Jekyll inadvertently unleashes an alternative personality of pure evil…the mysterious Mr Hyde. As this sinister figure starts causing terror and havoc in foggy London, Jekyll must race to find a cure for his monstrous alterego before it takes over for good.

Phil Daniels credits include Quadrophenia, Scum and EastEnders. He has worked with the RSC and NT and has appeared on stage in productions as diverse as Les Misérables and This House.

TUE – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2PM TICKETS Tue – Thu & Sat Mat £18.50 – £28.50 Fri & Sat Eve £29.50 – £32.50, Wed Mat £19.50 – £25.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Tue, £7.50 off Wed & Thu UNDER 21s £19.50 best available (excl. Fri & Sat Eve) CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Tue – Thu eal Deal (off top two prices only, excl. Premium) MTWO-COURSES + SHOW GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off £42.5&0SAT MAT GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off EVE WED – THU GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off 0 £40.5 (all group discounts off top two prices, WED MAT inc. Premium & excl. Fri & Sat Eve) £44.50 SCHOOL GROUPS 10+ £18.00 ES FRI & SAT EV The play is suitable for use either at key stage 3, or to support the study of the novel at key stage 4.

CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE AUDIO DESCRIBED Prices CAP shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

THU 15 MARCH 7.30PM PERFORMANCE SAT 17 MARCH 2PM Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

TUE 20 – SAT 24 MARCH Tango is the rhythm of the city, the heat of the streets and the pulse of life.

Tango Moderno is the irresistible hot new stage spectacular from tango superstars Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace.

Dance partners for over two decades, world champions, Strictly Come Dancing favourites and West End stage stars Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace bring together their famous tango style with dazzling theatrical flair to give you a Tango for Today.

Manchester Evening News

TUE – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Tue – Thu & Sat Mat £28.00 – £39.00 Fri & Sat Eve £28.00 – £42.00 Wed Mat £23.00 – £36.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Tue £12.50 off, Wed £7.50 off UNDER 18s £5.00 off (excl. Fri & Sat Eve) CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (Off top three prices, excl. Fri & Sat) SCHOOLS 10+ £18.00 (excl. Fri & Sat Eve, excl. Premium & top price seats)

Vincent and Flavia return with their new production, following the incredible successes of Midnight Tango, hailed as ‘a triumph’ by the Daily Telegraph, the ‘utterly unmissable’ Dance Til Dawn (Smooth Radio) and the Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee. ‘fabulous must-see’ The Last Tango (Radio Times), Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee. promising you a classic yet fresh and modern show.

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

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JODIE PRENGER

SAM BAILEY

MON 26 – SAT 31 MARCH Direct from London’s West End where it is now in its record breaking ninth year, Thriller Live is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer.

Seen by over 4 million people in over 30 countries, Thriller Live continues to moonwalk around the world, taking you on a visual, audio and electrifying journey through the magic of Michael’s 45 year musical history.

You will experience over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to rock, soul to disco as the cast pay homage to Jackson’s legendary live performances and innovative dance moves executed with flair, precision and passion, this is a show that you will never forget.

Expect 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, Dirty Diana, Bad, Rock With You, They Don’t Care About Us, Dangerous and Thriller plus many more!

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MON – THU 7.30PM, FRI 5PM & 8.30PM, SAT 4PM & 8PM TICKETS Mon – Thu & Sat 4pm £25.50 – £33.00 Fri & Sat Eve £27.00 – £36.00 Fri 5pm £25.00 – £31.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Mon, £7.50 off Tue UNDER 18s £5.00 off Mon – Wed (excl. Premium Seats) CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Mon – Thu (Top two prices only, excl. Premium Seats) GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (off top two prices, excl. Fri & Sat Eve) SCHOOLS / YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £18.00 Tue – Wed (excl. Premium Seats and top prices)

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Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

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NATALIE ANDERSON

MON 9 – SAT 14 APRIL 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM The hit TV show Fat Friends from award-winning Kay Mellor is bursting onto the stage in a brand-new musical.

Packed full of warmth, love and weight loss, this new stage show reunites our favourite foodie friends in an eagerly anticipated musical brimming with hope, humour and heart.

With a star cast including the BBC’s I’d Do Anything winner Jodie Prenger, X Factor winner Sam Bailey and star of Emmerdale and Wicked Natalie Anderson, Fat Friends The Musical is set to be a HUGE hit!!

TICKETS £22.50 – £44.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Mon (and post-show reception, pre-book only), £7.50 off Tue & Wed, CONCESSIONS £2.00 off Mon – Thu (off top two prices only) UNDER 18s £5.00 off Mon – Thu (excl. premium seats) GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off (All group discounts available Mon – Thu and off top two prices only, excl. Premium seats) SCHOOLS / YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £18.00 Tue & Wed (excl. top two ticket prices) MEAL DEALS AVAILABLE

WED 18 – SAT 21 APRIL 7.30PM, SAT MAT 2.30PM

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Inspired by the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, West Side Story takes Shakespeare’s starcrossed lovers, and places them in the vibrant battleground of New York City’s West Side in the 1950s. In the midst of the deep-seated rivalry between the Puerto Rican gang, the Sharks, and the white gang, the Jets, Maria and Tony discover that ancient grudges are no match for true love. Their warring factions, however, refuse to back down and resentment leads the bloody path to the lovers’ ultimate, tragic conclusion with soaring, sophisticated and diverse melodies and energetic dance battles. With classic songs such as Maria, America and Tonight, West Side Story remains one of American musical theatre’s most revolutionary and most loved treasures.

TICKETS £11.50 – £22.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £7.50 off Wed CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 16s £5.00 off STUDENTS £13.50 (Thu) GROUPS 10+ £4.50 off

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

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ENTERTAINMENT & DINING EXPERIENCES

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IN THE AUDITORIUM

18+

TUE 24 – SAT 28 APRIL

FRI 1 & SAT 2 DECEMBER BAR OPEN 7PM | EVENT 7.30PM – 1AM TICKETS £49.00

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Dress in your finest to arrive at The Cinderella Ball in style and be greeted on our red carpet with a glass of bubbly.

As you waltz into our ballroom you will enjoy a delicious three-course meal and will be entertained by Prince Charming’s favourite live band and DJ.

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MON 4 DECEMBER BAR OPENS 7PM EVENT 7.30PM –12.30AM TICKETS £41.00

Fanny and her cheeky elves’ hilarious antics are perfect for a fun-filled Christmas night out! Back by popular demand to The Orchard, our outrageous drag queen night includes a glass of bubbles on arrival, followed by a fabulous festive three-course meal, disco til late and most importantly, the star of the show…Fanny Galore! So join Fanny with her cheeky elves and DJ for a Christmas event to remember!

Guy Unsworth

Based on the TV series by

Raymond Allen

Starring

Joe Pasquale

TUE 5 DECEMBER BAR OPEN 7PM EVENT 7.30PM – 12.30AM TICKETS £41.00 Marlene & Boycie are hosting a Christmas dinner, but will things go to plan with Del, as one of the Three Wise Men, Rodney Arc Angel Gabriel and Trigger as an ELF! Uncle Albert is roaming around with Mistletoe in his cap. An evening of chaos and mayhem with an extra-large portion of comedy is the order of the night. Includes a delicious festive three-course meal, a glass of bubbly on arrival and DJ til late. CUSHTY!

TUE 8 – SAT 12 MAY

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MON 14 – SAT 19 MAY 26/07/2017 13:16

Become a Premiere Card member today! Enjoy a great range of benefits including exclusive offers and no booking fees (up to four tickets) when you become a Premiere Card member.

& MISTLETOE 18+

WED 6 & THU 7 DECEMBER BAR OPEN 7PM EVENT 7.30PM – 12.30AM TICKETS £41.00 Enjoy a fun-filled Christmas night in The Restaurant where you will enjoy bubbly and canapés on arrival, followed by a fabulous festive three-course meal. Our DJ and superb band Bare Groove will make sure you boogie the night away, so be sure to bring your dancing shoes! With crackers and party poppers a-plenty, this is sure to be a Christmas event to remember!

Set menu applies on all applicable events. Guests are seated at round tables of up to 12.

Access to The Restaurant is via 22 steps.

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For further information please email takepart@orchardtheatre.co.uk, call 01322 220099 or visit our website orchardtheatre.co.uk/getinvolved

SUN 3 SEPTEMBER 10AM – 2PM

ALL STAR WRESTLING

SAT 17 FEBRUARY

SUN 18 MARCH

MON 19 MARCH

If you are aged seven – 17 years and enjoy storytelling, acting, and performing then why not join our Youth Theatre?

MAKING FRIENDS AGES 7-17 AND HAVING FUN! NO AUDITIONS, EVERYONE WELCOME!

OPEN HOUSE Activities will include: BACKSTAGE TOURS DEMONSTRATION WORKSHOPS SPECIAL OFFERS ARTS & CRAFTS

To book your FREE place on a backstage tour visit orchardtheatre.co.uk or call Ticket Office on 01322 220000. For details of the full programme please visit our website.

Cost £75 (for ten week term)

BEYOND THE BARRICADE

THU 5 APRIL

COMMUNITY CHOIR

WED 4 APRIL

Led by a professional musical director the choir work on a mixed repertoire with a focus on musical theatre and is open to anyone who is passionate about singing!

THE DUBLIN LEGENDS

An exhilarating evening of theatre, where Shakespeare’s stories are brought to life like never before. Join us for a series of unique Shakespeare productions staged by local schools.

AGES

16+

Tickets £12.00 Concessions £9.50 Groups/Schools 20+ £7.50

Cost £50 (every ten sessions)

(Formerly of The Dubliners) SUN 25 MARCH

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AGES

18+

Are you 18+ and love acting?

Then our new group could be for you! Come and take part in weekly sessions to develop stories and characters and perform throughout the year!

SUN 22 APRIL ON SALE TO PREMIERE CARD 4 SEP GENERAL PUBLIC 3 OCT

THURSDAYS 7PM – 9PM

ORCHARD THEATRE GROUP

RUSSELL WATSON

SAT 7 APRIL

MON 13 NOVEMBER 7PM

SHAKESPEARE’S SCHOOLS FESTIVAL

MONDAYS 7PM – 9PM

GILBERT O’SULLIVAN

Cost £75 (for ten week term) Starts September

MON 30 APRIL

10.30AM – 12PM / 1PM – 2.30PM

THEATRE FUN DAYS

AGES

SUN 26 NOVEMBER 11AM

COMMUNITY SHOWCASE

Show off your talents on The Orchard Theatre stage. With performances from our Community Choir, Orchard Youth Theatre, Orchard Theatre Group and more!

Tickets £10.00

7-11

Community Performance Platform

Take part in a series of workshops where you can make theatre and make friends.

TUE 9 JANUARY 7.30PM

TUE 24 OCT SCRIPT WRITING / ACTING WED 25 OCT STREET DANCE / CHEERLEADING THU 26 OCT GET ARTY / PUPPET MAKING

MON 1 – TUE 2 MAY

SUN 20 MAY

THE MAGIC OF HOLLYWOOD WED 30 MAY

Participants are to bring a packed lunch.

Lunchtime will be supervised. £7 per WORKSHOP £12 per DAY £30 for 3 DAYS

Once Upon A Time

Calling all local dance and theatre companies! Show off your talents on The Orchard Community Performance Platform. Once Upon A Time takes us on a journey of beautiful dance and storytelling that all the family can enjoy.

Tickets £10.00

Prices shown are inclusive of any applicable booking fee.

HOW TO BOOK

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Visit churchilltheatre.co.uk to find out more about upcoming shows and sign up to receive news and offers from the venue.

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Simply visit orchardtheatre.co.uk, select a show and follow the easy on-screen steps.

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IN PERSON Visit us at The Orchard Theatre between 10.15am and 5pm Mon to Sat on non performance days, from 10.15am to curtainup on show days and from 90 minutes prior to performances on Sundays and Bank Holidays.

BOOKING FEES All prices shown include booking fees unless otherwise stated. Fee-free for Groups 10+ and Premiere Card members (up to four tickets). Group 10+ and Premiere Card prices and discounts shown include booking fee exemption. Where tickets are posted an additional cost of £2.00 is charged for mailing out tickets via first class post.

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We are committed to making The Orchard Theatre accessible to everyone. If you have any access requirements please let us know when booking.

• Access for wheelchair users • Induction loop and Sennheiser Infrared facilities • Selected accessible performances • Working dogs welcome • Accessible toilet

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GETTING TO THE ORCHARD THEATRE

BY TRAIN Dartford railway station just two minutes walk away. There are direct trains from South East London and Kent.

BY ROAD The Orchard Theatre is well signposted on all local routes into Dartford.

From the A2 and M25 follow signs for Dartford Town Centre.

PARKING is available at The Civic Centre Car Park next to the train station (free access after 6pm Mon – Fri and all day at weekends) The Orchard Shopping Centre Car Park closes at midnight every night. There will be a parking charge for both daytimes and evenings, payable at the shopping centre pay stations.

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL

Alongside its sister venues in the HQ Theatres & Hospitality group, the Orchard Theatre supports the Great Ormond Street Hospital children’s charity. So far, through the generosity of audiences and staff fundraising efforts, a fantastic £855,000 has been raised.

To help us Make it a Million, if you missed the chance to donate you can still donate to the campaign by going online at gosh.org/theatredonation Your support makes a huge difference.

Thank you.

The Orchard Theatre, Home Gardens, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1ED

©2007 Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (©2008 Theatres for Theatres) Registered charity no. 23582

JUST ANNOUNCED… BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

WED 23 – SAT 26 MAY

‘I DARE YOU NOT TO GET UP AND DANCE!’ SALLY BOAZMAN, BBC RADIO 2

‘THE AUDIENCE LOVES BEAUTIFUL’ DAILY MAIL

TUE 5 – SAT 9 JUNE

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