Summer 2019 Brochure | The Orchard Theatre

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THEATRE

SUMMER 2019

highlights this season PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT – THE MUSICAL RUSSELL KANE THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN HAIR THE MUSICAL MILOŠ KARADAGLIĆ THE MOUSETRAP ROCKY HORROR SHOW ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA FRANCIS ROSSI ANNIE

and much, much more

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At The Orchard Theatre we believe the excitement should start well before the house-lights go down. That’s why we’ve developed an outstanding range of food and drink options for you to enjoy when you visit!

Dine in style with freshly cooked food at our fantastic in-venue restaurant.

Or enjoy the VIP treatment with canapés, fizz and more, all served from your own reserved table in the foyer. You can even beat the queues by pre-ordering drinks and snacks before you arrive.

Make your night truly showstopping!

Find out more, reserve a table or pre-order when you book online.

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GROUP MEMBERS

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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 your groups coordinator on groups@orchardtheatre.co.uk

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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

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OF THEATRE Whether it’s the obvious such as a birthday, Christmas or anniversary present, or some of those one-off occasions, Gift Vouchers really do take the hard work out of choosing a gift.

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

Vouchers are valid for 12 months from purchase and available to buy online or by calling the Ticket Office on 01322 220000.

Premium Dining includes a two-course meal, welcome drink on arrival and one of the best seats in the house.

Great benefits!

Fantastic price!

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

Meal Deal

Meal Deals include a two-course meal that can be added on to any seat.

Little Stars Menu means even our littlest theatregoers can enjoy a tasty meal. Available at certain performances only.

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.

STILL TIME TO BOOK TUE 23 APRIL 7.30PM

WED 24 APRIL 7.30PM

THE SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA THU 25 APRIL 7.30PM

SAT 27 APRIL 7.30PM

THE SOUNDS OF THE 60S LIVE WITH TONY BLACKBURN

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ALL STAR SUPERSLAM WRESTLING

Don’t miss this brand-new exciting action-packed family event on its 2019 UK tour. The kids are sure to get excited watching the world famous superstars in action. See for yourself live action that the rest of the world can only see on TV. Get your ringside seats today!

TICKETS £18.50 UNDER 16s £14.50 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off FAMILY OF FOUR TICKET £57.00

SUN 28 APRIL 7.30PM

ROBERT WHITE The Tank Top Tour

16+

As the only gay, Aspergic, quarter-Welsh comic on the British comedy circuit, Britain’s Got Talent has helped to highlight Robert’s distinctive comedy genius. Known for his brilliant timing and anarchic performance style, Robert’s chaotic stage presence, improvisational skills and delivery saw him win the Malcolm Hardee Award for Comic Originality.

TICKETS £23.50 PREMIERE CARD £21.00 GROUPS 10+ £21.00

MON 29 APRIL 7.30PM

HORMONAL HOUSEWIVES

Vicki Michelle and the fabulously funny Hormonal Housewives present a rollercoaster comedy night for women about women. The hugely talented cast will have audiences rolling in the aisles with laughter as they present a hilarious romp through the joys of being a fabulous 21st century woman. Weight gain, weight loss, men, online shopping, sex, chocolate, wine, more chocolate, going out and staying in are thrown under the microscope of uproarious dissection – no subject is safe! What these women can’t teach you about modern womanhood isn’t worth knowing!

TICKETS £29.50 PREMIERE CARD £24.50 GROUPS 8+ £27.50 GROUPS 10+ £24.50

TUE 30 APRIL 7.30PM

SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS

The Story of The Dubliners Direct from London’s West End, this celebration of Ireland’s favourite sons brings to life the music of The Dubliners. A guaranteed evening of humor and ‘craic’ that will have audiences singing along to classics including The Wild Rover, The Black Velvet Band, Molly Malone, Finnegan’s Wake, McAlpines Fusiliers, Raglan Road and The Seven Drunken Nights.

TICKETS £28.00 PREMIERE CARD £22.50 GROUPS 10+ £22.50

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

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THE LADYBOYS OF BANGKOK

The Greatest Showgirls Tour A cabaret like no other cabaret performed by girls like no other girls.

Featuring 16 of the world’s most beautiful and stunning showgirls… who just happen to be men! (Oh, and a grumpy dwarf from Oldham!)

Our all new production for 2019 is bigger and as glitzy and glamorous as ever. Prepare for a night out you’ll talk about for years - laugh and sing your heart out with hundreds of friends you’ve yet to meet.

TICKETS £27.00 PREMIERE CARD £22.00 GROUPS 8+ £24.50 GROUPS 10+ £22.00

LAST FEW SEATS!

SAT 4 MAY 8PM

14+

RUSSELL KANE

He’s back. The keenly-awaited brand-new tour show is here. Packing more energy than a Duracell factory, Russell’s RS Turbo laugh engine will motor through love, family and life – once again proving that the fast and the curious amongst us, see more stuff, and get more done.

Multi-award-winning comedian, presenter, actor, author and scriptwriter Russell Kane is best known for BBC Three’s Stupid Man, Smart Phone and the host of three series of BBC Three‘s Live At The Electric.

TICKETS £23.50 PREMIERE CARD £21.50 GROUPS 10+ £21.50

SUN 12 MAY 7.30PM

THE SOLID GOLD ROCK ‘N’ ROLL SHOW

Join us in celebrating Marty Wilde’s 80th birthday, together with Eden Kane, Mike Berry, and The Wildcats, as well as very special guest Little Miss Sixties, Nancy Ann Lee as they join forces in The Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll Show. Includes hits such as A Teenager In Love, Rubber Ball, Donna, I Don’t Know Why, Well I Ask You, Don’t You Think It’s Time, The Sunshine Of Your Smile, Venus In Blue Jeans, Go Away Little Girl, and many, many more!

TICKETS £28.50 – £34.50 PREMIERE CARD £7.50 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off

SUN 19 MAY 8PM

FRANCIS ROSSI I Talk Too Much

Legendary Status Quo lead singer Francis Rossi will share the extraordinary secrets of his 50-plus years in rock’n’roll when he takes to the stage for an intimate evening. In Francis Rossi: I Talk Too Much, the founder, lead singer and lead guitarist of Status Quo will talk about his mishaps and adventures of life on the road with one of the biggest and most loved bands ever.

TICKETS £29.00 VIP SEATS £36.50 (Inc front stalls seat, photograph & lanyard) PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off PRE-SHOW MEET ’N’ GREET + extra £40.00

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‘ZOG WILL HAVE THOUSANDS OF CHILDREN LAUGHING AND FALLING IN LOVE WITH THEATRE’ MUSICAL THEATRE REVIEW

Freckle Productions and Rose Theatre Kingston present

LIVE O N ST A G E

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‘WE LOVED IT!

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ALL THE FAMILY’

Zog © 2010 Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Published by Alison Green Books, an imprint of Scholastic Children’s Books

‘SUPERBLY

HILARIOUS, MAGICAL AND GREAT FOR

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COLOURFUL AND HEARTWARMING’

KIDDO ADVENTURES

‘UTTERLY, UTTERLY

MY THEATRE MATES

BRILLIANT FROM START TO FINISH’ MODERN MUMMY

BASED ON THE BOOK ZOG BY

ADAPTED & DIRECTED BY Mike Shepherd MUSIC & LYRICS BY Johnny Flynn

FRI 3 – MON 6 MAY Large in size, and keen in nature, Zog is so eager to win a golden star at Madam Dragon’s school, where dragons learn all the things that dragons need to know. Zog tries so very hard, perhaps too hard, and he bumps, burns and roars his way through years one, two and three.

FRI 4.30PM, SAT – MON 11AM & 2PM TICKETS £17.50 UNDER 16s £15.50 SCHOOLS 10+ £11.50 (excl Sat & Sun) GROUPS 10+ £14.00

Luckily, the plucky Princess Pearl patches him up ready to face his biggest challenge yet…a duel with knight, Sir Gadabout the Great!

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved Zog comes to life in Mike Shepherd’s (founder and Artistic Director of Kneehigh) magical adaptation with Johnny Flynn’s (award-winning actor and singer-songwriter with The Sussex Wit) sumptuous folk score featuring live musicians. Katie Sykes’ design lifts the book from the page and creates a real and fantastical world. From the team behind Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales and Tabby McTat, Zog promises to be roaring fun for all ages.

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices.

An optional postage fee may apply.

‘A FIRST CLASS THRILLER FILLED WITH TWIST DAILY

★★★★ ‘THIS IS A MUST. DON’T MISS IT’ WHATSONSTAGE

★★★★

‘KEEPS YOU GRIPPED UNTIL THE END’ TIME AND LEISURE

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STARRING

SAMANTHA WOMACK

BASED ON THE BEST-SELLING NOVEL BY PAULA HAWKINS AND DREAMWORKS FILM ADAPTED BY RACHEL WAGSTAFF & DUNCAN ABEL

WITH O L I V E R F A R N W O R T H DIRECTED BY A N T H O N Y B A N K S

TUE 7 – SAT 11 MAY

Critics are calling The Girl On The Train ‘exceptional’, ‘gripping’ and ‘must-see theatre’.

Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love.

Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.

Adapted from Paula Hawkins’ novel – an international phenomenon selling over twenty million copies worldwide – and starring Samantha Womack and Oliver Farnworth, this gripping new play will keep you guessing until the final moment.

Samantha Womack has starred extensively in television, film, and theatre. She is best known for playing Ronnie Mitchell in BBC1’s EastEnders with leading roles in Mount Pleasant and Game On, plus the recent box office hit films, The Kingsman series. As well as his extensive career on the stage, Oliver Farnworth has starred in Hollyoaks and as Andy Carver in ITV’s Coronation Street.

MON –SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT 2.30PM TICKETS £22.00 – £34.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Tue, £7.50 off Wed CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 21s £20.50 GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off

Meal Deal

2 COURSES + SHOW

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

‘JOYOUS‘ Evening Standard

‘THEATRICAL GOLD‘ Metro

Time Out

Radio Times

DAISY WOOD-DAVIS

MARCUS COLLINS

MON 13 – SAT 18 MAY It’s 1967 and HAIR’s hippie ’tribe’ of youngsters in the East Village of New York are wild, colourful and free; changing the world with protest and song. Adored for its Grammy awardwinning score featuring iconic hits, Aquarius, Let The Sunshine In, I Got Life and more, don’t miss the intoxicating power of Hair.

The 50th anniversary production of the legendary rock musical Hair bursts into The Orchard Theatre in full psychedelic glory, starring Dancing on Ice winner Jake Quickenden, Daisy WoodDavis (Hollyoaks / Dreamboats & Petticoats) and Marcus Collins (X-Factor Finalist / Kinky Boots).

Come join the tribe and relive the summer of love!

Suitable for ages 14+. Contains nudity.

JAKE QUICKENDEN

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS £25.00 – £40.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Mon, £7.50 off Tue & Wed OVER 60s SPECIAL £28.00 Wed Mat CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 18S £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

From the producers of David Walliams’ Awful Auntie

SUN WED 22 –

26 MAY

Based on the best-selling books by Liz Pichon, this brand new story of Tom Gates is brought to you by the award-winning team behind Horrible Histories and Gangsta Granny and for the first time ever it’s LIVE ON STAGE! Tom’s doing everything possible to stay out of trouble but somehow he’s got three sad faces on the school achievement chart! And getting another sad face means Mr Fullerman won’t let him go on the school trip! Moany Marcus Meldrew is making things worse and now Tom’s annoyed his grumpy sister Delia. Even Amy Porter (who’s smart) won’t talk to him! Can his best friend Derek help? Will Rooster the dog stop eating his homework? Will his grandparents the Fossils ever make something he can actually eat? This exciting and hilarious new adventure brings Liz Pichon’s fantastic characters to life and is perfect for all the family whether you are a lover of the books or new to Tom and his friends!

WED – SAT 7PM, THU – FRI 10.30AM, SAT 2PM, SUN 11AM & 3PM TICKETS £19.50, £21.50 PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Wed, £1.50 off Thu – Sun FAMILY OF FOUR TICKET £60.00 (Wed – Thu & Fri 10.30am) £66.00 (Fri Eve – Sun) UNDER 16s £7.00 off GROUPS 10 + £12.50 (Wed – Fri) SCHOOLS 10+ £12.00 (Wed – Thu & Fri 10.30am) (inc a free ice cream) THU 23 MAY 7PM RELAXED PERFORMANCE

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

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WALK RIGHT BACK

After a phenomenal sell out tour in 2018, Walk Right Back is… BACK! From the producers of That’ll Be The Day, follow the sad yet glorious story of The Everly Brothers, from their rise to fame, decade-long feud and glorious reunion. Featuring all the hits including Bye Bye Love, All I Have To Do Is Dream and Cathy’s Clown, plus many more classics immortalised by those trademark ‘harmonies from heaven’.

TICKETS £27.00 PREMIERE CARD £21.50 GROUPS 10+ £21.50

MON 27 MAY 11AM & 2.30PM

SOOTY’S MAGIC SHOW

Izzy wizzy let’s get busy! Sooty is back in a brand-new show with guaranteed giggles for the whole family! Direct from their new series on ITV Sooty, Sweep and Soo head into town accompanied by TV’s Richard Cadell. Expect fabulous magic, music and mayhem with buckets full of audience participation. A spectacular treat for Sooty fans old and new – plus a chance to meet Sooty and Richard after the show!

TICKETS £15.00 UNDER 16s £11.50 CONCESSIONS £13.00

TUE 28 MAY 8PM

PAUL MERTON’S IMPRO CHUMS

Paul Merton, Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch, Suki Webster, Mike McShane and accompanist Kirsty Newton are back on the road in 2019 to visit some of their favourite parts of the UK with another evening of mind-blowing improvisation. The collective improvisational experience embodied in the Chums is enough to stun an elephant. They flex their improvisational muscles to delight and entertain audiences in this country and abroad.

TICKETS £27.00 PREMIERE CARD £24.50 GROUPS 10+ £22.50

THU 30 MAY 7.30PM

THREXTASY

THRextasy are the only tribute band to have been authorised and endorsed by Marc Bolan’s catalogue management. The band are now officially recognised as the world’s No.1 group dedicated to the greatest glam rocker of them all, Marc Bolan of T.Rex. With their uncanny doppelganger lead singer and lead guitarist, Danielz, THRextasy perform a powerful and mesmerising presentation of Marc Bolan’s rock and pop anthems.

TICKETS £23.50 PREMIERE CARD £21.00 GROUPS 10+ £21.00

JIMMY CARR WED 29 MAY 8PM

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FRI 31 MAY 7.30PM

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT?

A Tina Turner Tribute Tina Turner fans prepare to be blown away when brand-new show What’s Love Got To Do With It? arrives in Dartford. This joyous new show celebrates the music of the incredible Tina Turner. Brought to you by the award-winning producers behind the hugely successful Whitney – Queen Of The Night, this is the ultimate tribute concert paying homage to one of the most iconic and much loved musical artists of the 20th Century.

TICKETS £28.00 PREMIERE CARD £25.50 CONCESSIONS £26.00 GROUPS 10+ £25.50

SAT 1 JUNE 2.30PM & 7.30PM

in Burn The Floor

KEVIN CLIFTON with Graziano Di Prima

In the past two decades Burn the Floor has revolutionised Ballroom style.

Combining jaw-dropping choreography and ground-breaking moves, Burn the Floor brings their famous, infectious and rebellious energy to the stage, starring Strictly Come Dancing Champion Kevin Clifton, Italian heart-throb, Graziano Di Prima, and South African star Johannes Radebe.

TICKETS £26.00 – £40.00 VIP £80.00 (include best seats in the house, a post-show meet and greet, a signed print, and photo opportunities) PREMIERE CARD £4.50 off GROUPS 10+ £4.50 off

SUN 2 JUNE 11AM

THE LITTLE MIX EXPERIENCE

If you’re a fan of one of X Factor’s finest exports you’re sure to L.O.V.E. The Little Mix Experience! Four hugely talented girls pay tribute to one of the UK’s finest girl bands. With breathtaking dance moves, replica costumes and some of the finest vocals in the UK, this is a high-energy show from beginning to end. Suitable for all ages! Packed with all of Little Mix’s greatest hits like DNA, Wings, Salute, Black Magic, Love Me Like You, Secret Love Song and many more.

TICKETS £19.00 PREMIERE CARD £16.50 GROUPS 10+ £16.50

SUN 2 JUNE 7.30PM

ANN WIDDECOMBE

Sailing dangerously close to National Treasure status, one of the most outspoken politicians of our time embarks on her first ever national tour. Entertaining, enlightening and as controversial as you would expect, Margaret Thatcher and Craig Revel Horwood collide as Ann lifts the lid on life in Westminster and shares behind-the-scenes gossip from some of the nation’s best-loved programmes, including Strictly Come Dancing, Have I Got News For You and Celebrity Big Brother.

TICKETS £26.00 PREMIERE CARD £23.50 GROUPS 10+ £23.50

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Turn a great night out into an incredible one with pre-show dining at our fantastic in-venue restaurant.

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TONY STOCKWELL Psychic Medium

The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long established credibility as one of the top Intuitive Mediums and has shared the stage all round the world with international mediums such as Colin Fry, James van Praagh and Lisa Williams. Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages, delivered with emotion, sensitivity and empathy. *This show is for entertainment purposes.

TICKETS £24.00 – £27.00 PREMIERE CARD £3.00 off GROUPS 10+ £3.00 off

MON 10 JUNE 7.30PM

IAN WAITE & VINCENT SIMONE

The Ballroom Boys Strictly Come Dancing favourites Ian Waite and Vincent Simone are joining forces in 2019 with their brand-new production The Ballroom Boys. Argentine Tango legend Vincent and King of the Ballroom Ian, will be joined by two professional female dancers and a wonderful vocalist. The night will be packed with dances, songs and loads of banter! Get ready for a high intensity evening of glitz and glamour with Ian & Vincent… The Ballroom Boys!

TICKETS £22.00 – £33.00 PREMIERE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ £2.50 off VIP £70.00 (inc pre-show Meet & Greet plus photo & autograph opportunities)

TUE 11 JUNE 7.30PM

ABBA FOREVER

The unique ABBA look and sound is replicated with an incredible attention to detail as the beautiful lyrics penned by Benny and Björn are sung in wonderful harmony by all seven performers on stage. Dynamic non-stop choreography, stunning visuals, top-class musicianship and an ALL-LIVE performance ensures that the ABBA Forever tribute show captivates audiences from the opening refrain to the final sing-along chorus of this two-hour spectacular.

TICKETS £28.50 PREMIERE CARD £22.50 GROUPS 8+ £25.50 GROUPS 10+ £22.50

NISH KUMAR

IVO GRAHAM

STEPHEN BAILEY ANDREW RYAN

WED 12 JUNE 8PM

GAG HOUSE COMEDY SUPERSTARS

Gag House Comedy Superstars is back in Dartford! Headlining the show is Nish Kumar. Critically acclaimed comic, internationally famed meme and wonderfully nice gentleman. His many TV appearances include Q.I., Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The John Bishop Show, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and Russell Howard’s Stand-Up! Also starring comedians Stephen Bailey, Ivo Graham and Andrew Ryan.

TICKETS £22.50 PREMIERE CARD £18.00 GROUPS 8+ £20.50 GROUPS 10+ £18.00 BEER AND BURGER TICKET £37.50 (Age 18+) 16+ Includes a bacon & cheese burger and beer. Vegetarian option available.

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

★★★★★ ‘BRILLIANT SHOW, PERFECT HARMONIES, THE CROWD WENT WILD’ LIVERPOOL ECHO ‘A THRILLING CONCERT - A 5 STAR PERFORMANCE - A MUST SEE!’ WHATSONSTAGE.COM ‘A MASSIVE 5 STAR HIT’ RENO PRESS ‘A BRILLIANT PRODUCTION – THE THEATRICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR !’ NEWS AND PRESS ‘5 STAR FABULOUS!’ NEW YORK PRESS ‘THE STANDING OVATIONS SAY IT ALL’ THE INTERNATIONAL POST

TUE 4 – SAT 8 JUNE New Jersey Nights 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 £22.50 – £33.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Tue, £8.00 off Wed CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 18s £21.00 SCHOOLS 10+ £14.00 GROUPS 10+ £8.00 off Meal GROUPS 20+ £9.00 off Deal 2 COURSES GROUPS 40+ £10.00 off + SHOW

The production features an award-winning cast of singers and dancers.

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New Jersey Nights has smashed box office records right across the charges are included in the USA and UK and is proving to be one of the most successful touring stated ticket prices. An optional postage feecharges may apply. shows of all times.

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‘FEEL GOOD ESCAPIST JOY. FUN, RIOTOUS AND HEARTFELT’ RADIO TIMES

MON 17 – SAT 22 JUNE The smash-hit production of Annie comes to Dartford for one week only direct from London’s West End. This ‘glorious revival’ (The Times) stars Strictly Come Dancing judge: Craig Revel Horwood as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!

Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks.

Meanwhile, spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family…

With its Tony® award-winning book and score, including the unforgettable songs It’s The Hard-Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything But You and Tomorrow, you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it!

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS £24.00 – £46.00 PREMIERE CARD £12.50 off Mon, £7.50 off Tue & Wed UNDER 18s £10.00 off CONCESSIONS £2.00 off SCHOOLS & YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £18.00 GROUPS 6+ £3.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off SING THE SHOWS SEE GET INVOLVED PAGE

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices.

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ENTERTAINMENT & DINING EXPERIENCES BRING YOUR OWN BABY COMEDY CLUB

MONDAYS 13 MAY, 10 JUNE, 15 JULY, 9 SEPT 12PM – 2PM 18+ TICKETS £12.00 IN ADVANCE £13.00 ON THE DOOR

SOUNDS FAMILIAR MUSIC QUIZ

RESTAURANT

For babies under 12 months. Featuring the funniest stand-up comedy stars.

We provide soft flooring, toys, buggy parking and baby changing so you can relax, have a drink and be entertained.

DAVINA SPARKLE PRESENTS….

LADIES’ NIGHT 18+

THU 13 JUNE BAR OPEN 7PM DINNER 7.30PM PERFORMANCE 8PM DJ TILL 12AM TICKETS £35.00 AUDITORIUM

Back by popular demand! The biggest, best and most raucous UK music quiz.

Everyone can be included! You don’t have to know the answers to have a good time. From Bruno to Bowie – we have it all. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last place, plus Best Team Name.

MRS B’S BOYS COMEDY DINNER SHOW

18+

FRI 19 JULY BAR OPEN 6.30PM DINNER 7.30PM TICKETS £45.00 EXTRA CHEESEBOARD COURSE £7.00 RESTAURANT

Get your gang together for an evening of gorgeous male entertainment, a cheeky drag queen, a devilish cocktail on arrival and a sumptuous three-course meal in this cabaret night set to tantalise all your senses! Contains nudity.

AUDITORIUM

RESTAURANT

FRI 3 MAY & THU 18 JULY BAR OPEN 6.30PM, 18+ EVENT 8PM – 1AM TICKETS £15.00

FRI 14 JUNE BAR OPEN 7PM, EVENT 8PM – 1AM TICKETS £12.00 PREMIERE CARD £10.00 GROUPS 10+ £8.00

Ireland’s most famous Mammy now has her own comedy dinner show. And it’s a must for fans of the TV classic! Join Mrs B and her clan as they attempt to enjoy a civilised family meal in the very same restaurant that you’re eating in. What could possibly go wrong? Includes threecourse meal and drink on arrival.

FAWLTY TOWERS GOURMET NIGHT CABARET SHOW

25+

The sell out party is back! Totally retro and full of your favourite 80s anthems, our DJ will have you partying the night away in pure 80s heaven!

CHRISTMAS TROPICANA NIGHTS

SAT 7 DECEMBER TICKETS FROM £14.00

SUNDAY WITH THE STARS

SUN 21 JULY (FREDDIE MERCURY TRIBUTE) SUN 13 OCTOBER (TINA TURNER TRIBUTE) TICKETS £35.00 BAR OPEN 11AM SUNDAY ROAST 12.30PM ENTERTAINMENT 1.30PM RESTAURANT

Enjoy a deliciously prepared three-course Sunday Roast, whilst being entertained by one of the UK’s top tribute artists.

SAT 20 JULY 18+ BAR OPEN 6.30PM EVENT 7.30PM – 11.30PM TICKETS £45.00 EXTRA CHEESEBOARD COURSE £7.00 RESTAURANT

Fawlty Towers Hotel opens its doors for an official dining experience like no other, fully endorsed by John Cleese. Check in today to reacquaint yourself with Britain’s most loved characters. Enjoy three courses of jaw-achingly hilarious immersive theatre and delicious food and drink – with you as Basil and the gang’s much honoured and scarcely insulted dinner guest.

BRING IT ALL BACK!

25+

SAT 27 JULY & SUN 25 AUGUST BAR OPEN 6.30PM EVENT 8PM – 1AM TICKETS £12.00 FIZZ TICKET £15.00 (INCLUDES A DRINK VOUCHER) RESTAURANT

The ultimate 90s floorfillers! For one night only! Jump around and let us hit you one more time with this intimate Tropicana Nights 90s party!

70S DISCO NIGHT

SUN 28 JULY 25+ BAR OPEN 6.30PM, EVENT 8PM – 1AM RESTAURANT TICKETS £12.00 FIZZ TICKET £15.00 (INCLUDES A DRINK VOUCHER)

Dance your way from Funky Town to the Boogie Wonderland in this 70s disco night!

WHOSE IMPROV IS IT ANYWAY?

18+ SUN 21 JULY & FRI 23 AUGUST RESTAURANT BAR OPEN 6.30PM DINNER 7.45PM ENTERTAINMENT 9PM TICKETS £40.00

Enjoy a delicious evening of great food and greater laughs, as our comedians have you in stitches with their quick wits.

Includes three-course meal and drink on arrival.

GIN & JAZZ FINE DINING EXPERIENCE

SAT 24 AUGUST BAR OPENS 6.30PM DINNER 7.30PM TICKETS £79.00 DRESS CODE BLACK TIE

Includes Gin & Tonic with canapés on arrival, half bottle of wine per person, five-course dinner and Port to finish. Step back in time to the 1920s Jazz clubs of Gatsby and Chicago, for this sumptuous evening of fine dining, glitz and glamour.

IN THE RESTAURANT

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Set menu applies on all applicable events. Guests are seated at round tables of up to 10. Access to The Restaurant is via 22 steps.

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

BOOK ONLINE orchardtheatre.co.uk SAT 15 JUNE 7.30PM

THE SUMMER OF LOVE

The Summer Of Love is an eclectic explosion of flowers, psychedelia, freedom, peace and love and, of course, timeless music that inspired a generation. Join us for the greatest 60’s party in town - all the hits from one of music’s most influential eras, including California Dreaming, San Francisco, Turn Turn, Turn, Somebody To Love, Happy Together, Brown Eyed Girl and more. With original 1960s film footage, incredible vocalists and a world-class live band, this ultimate 60s party will have you dancing in the aisles!

TICKETS £20.50 - £27.50 PREMIERE CARD £5.50 off GROUPS 10+ £5.50 off

WED 26 JUNE 7.30PM

THE BEST OF WHAM!

Featuring the best of George, Andrew, Pepsi and Shirlie with sensational vocals, choreography, costumes and an awesome live band. Wham! sold more than 28 million records, topping the charts with three albums, four number one singles and eleven top ten hits. The Best of Wham! includes all the biggest hits and a couple of George Michael bonus songs. This fun-loving, vibrant, megamix tribute to the pop sensation of the 80s will be loved by Young Guns of all ages, so come along to the Club Tropicana (*Sorry. Drinks not free.)

TICKETS £28.50 PREMIERE CARD £25.50 GROUPS 10+ £25.50

LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS

THU 27 JUNE 7.30PM Conductor Stephen Bell Soloist Rebecca Bottone

ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA A guaranteed evening of fun for all in this orchestral extravaganza featuring the best of British music and much more. Bring your Union flags and singing voices ready for some rousing and exhilarating works!

The programme includes ARNE Rule, Britannia!, ELGAR Pomp and Circumstance March No.1, VAUGHAN WILLIAMS The Wasps Overture, PARRY Jerusalem, BRAHMS Hungarian Dance No. 5 and many more.

TICKETS £18.50 – £35.50 PREMIUM SEATS £45.50 (inc programme & glass of sparkling wine on arrival. Age 18+) PREMIERE CARD £7.50 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 16s £12.50

LAST FEW SEATS!

FRI 28 JUNE 7.30PM

HERE COME THE BOYS

The show that everyone has been waiting for. Three of the biggest rock stars of dance, Aljaž Škorjanec, Giovanni Pernice and Gorka Marquez, battle each other every night in Latin, Ballroom, commercial and contemporary, and they need you to decide the champion!

Watch out UK, Here Come The Boys!

TICKETS £29.50 – £47.00 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off MEET & GREET Add on £100.00

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

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RHYTHM OF THE DANCE

This dance and music extravaganza contains a wealth of Irish talent, an exciting trip through hundreds of years of Irish dance and music, 22 award-winning World and Irish dance champions with 25 dazzling costume changes. Experience flailing fiddles, flutes, and inspiring dances along with live vocalists, all complimented by a top live Irish trad band of multiinstrumentalist musicians and a sensational sound and light show. Worldwide, toes are tapping and hands are clapping to the feet of Rhythm of the Dance!

TICKETS £28.00 PREMIERE CARD £23.00 GROUPS 10+ £23.00 UNDER 16s £25.50

WED 3 JULY 7.30PM

GET READY The Ultimate Motown & Soul Party

Take a trip back to 1960s Detroit with the brand-new, celebrated stage production, Get Ready. The velvet vocals from a stellar cast of criticallyacclaimed performers and divinely-gifted musicians authentically recreate the sound responsible for lifting an entire generation to its dancing feet.

Energetic choreography and dazzling costumes truly revive the most pulsating era of music the world has ever seen.

TICKETS £28.50 PREMIERE CARD £25.50 GROUPS 10+ £25.50

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Look out ‘cause here it comes…Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron and hiss Rebecca Ferguson (…or maybe not) as you experience The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible - with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud and proud as you want.

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For Bohemian Rhapsody, our live host will warm up your voices in true Freddie Mercury style, teach you some iconic dance moves and show you how to use your interactive prop bags. Then sit back and sing along with the on screen lyrics not forgetting YOU the audience becoming part of their famous Live Aid concert. It couldn’t be easier or more fun! Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential.

Please note this is a screening of the movie not a live stage show.

TICKETS £17.50 UNDER 16s £14.00 PREMIERE CARD £16.00 GROUPS 10+ £16.00

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Workshops Stage Combat Circus Skills Carnival Photo Modelling Workshop Wide Games & Guest Stars Find out more on the ‘Get Involved’ page on our website at orchardtheatre.co.uk Learn something new this Summer! Make friends and have fun while taking part in one or more of our exciting Summer Project Workshops. Learn brand-new skills, from impressive stage stunts and combat to crafts and performance techniques, all delivered by talented industry professionals.

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THE HIT BROADWAY AND WEST END SHOW

THU 5 – SAT 14 SEPTEMBER The iconic musical Priscilla Queen Of The Desert is coming to The Orchard Theatre!

Starring Strictly Come Dancing winner Joe McFadden (Holby City; Casualty; Heartbeat), Priscilla is the hilarious adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus bound for the Outback to put on the show of a lifetime. Their epic journey is a heart-warming story of self-discovery, sassiness and acceptance.

With more glitter than ever before, this smash-hit show features a dazzling array of stunning costumes, fabulous feathers and a non-stop parade of dance-floor classics including Hot Stuff, I Will Survive, I Love The Nightlife and Finally!

THU – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT 2.30PM TICKETS £22.50 – £44.50 PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Thu 5, £12.50 off Mon, £7.50 off Tue CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 18s £10.00 off SCHOOLS / YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £18.00 GROUPS 6+ £2.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off Includes GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off Feather Boa Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices.

An optional postage fee may apply.

SUSPECT EVERYONE “A TRULY ENTERTAINING CLASSIC THRILLER” The Sunday Times

“A CLASSIC AMONG MURDER THRILLERS” The Observer

“THE CLEVEREST MURDER MYSTERY OF BRITISH THEATRE” The Telegraph

AGATHA CHRISTIE’S

Starring SUSAN

PENHALIGON

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MON 16 – SAT 21 SEPTEMBER Discover why Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has kept people guessing for so long, becoming the longest running show of any kind in the history of theatre.

The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be?

One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment the identity and the motive are finally revealed.

Experience shuddering suspense and a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks around every corner.

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS £18.50 – £34.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Mon, £8.00 off Tue & Wed CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 18s £10.00 off SCHOOLS 10+ £15.00 GROUPS 10+ £8.00 off GROUPS 20+ £9.00 off GROUPS 40+ £10.00 off SAT 21 SEPTEMBER 2.30PM SIGNED PERFORMANCE

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

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‘FRESH,

SUBVERSIVE, ESSENTIAL’

DAILY TELEGRAPH

‘STILL THE

SEXIEST & FUNNIEST SHOW IN TOWN’ EVENING STANDARD

MON 23 – SAT 28 SEPTEMBER Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical returns to the UK as part of a sell-out worldwide tour, starring Stephen Webb in a critically acclaimed performance as Dr Frank’n’Furter and fan favourite Kristian Lavercombe reprising his role as Riff Raff.

Featuring timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic-thrusting Time Warp, the Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet.

When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter.

It’s an adventure they’ll never forget…

Be warned, this show has rude parts!

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MON – THU 7.30PM, FRI 6PM & 9PM, SAT 5PM & 8PM TICKETS £20.00 – £45.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £7.50 off Mon & Fri 6pm CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 18s £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £7.50 off GROUPS 20+ £8.50 off GROUPS 40+ £9.50 off WED 25 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM AUDIO DESCRIBED

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices.

An optional postage fee may apply.

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SUN 22 SEPTEMBER 7PM

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

SUN 29 SEPTEMBER 2.30PM & 7.30PM

SIXTIES GOLD

‘This show just gets better and better’ The Telegraph

Sixties Gold returns with an even stronger line-up of artists that, between them, scored over 50 chart-topping UK hits. Hermans Hermits, one of the biggest selling bands of the 60s, have sold in excess of 75 million records.

This year is their 55th Anniversary tour. Hits include: There’s A Kind Of Hush, Silhouettes, Can’t You Hear My Heart Beat, Wonderful World, and many more. Also starring Liverpool success The Merseybeats whose hits include Sorrow and Wishin’ and Hopin’.

The Marmalade were the champions of the Scottish Beat in 1968, adding another dimension to the sound of the classic pop song. Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders, also on his 55th Anniversary tour, and Steve Ellis, the original lead vocalist and founder of Love Affair. Relive the magic of the 1960s with five of the biggest chart acts of the decade.

TICKETS £31.00 PREMIERE CARD £28.50 GROUPS 10+ £28.50

TICKETS £39.50 PREMIERE CARD £36.50 GROUPS 10+ £36.50

Prepare for a nostalgia extravaganza as the UK’s No.1 Rock & Roll variety production returns with another BRAND NEW SHOW! Featuring a fresh line-up of sensational gold hits, spanning the 50s, 60s and 70s, mixed as always with more side-splitting comedy sketches!

Complete with incredible LIVE music performances, this is a throwback evening of brilliant entertainment that guarantees to have you on your feet and dancing in the aisles before the night is over!

Early booking is advised as this ever-popular show attracts a big audience of music lovers ready to party!

FRI 4 – SAT 5 OCTOBER 7.30PM

SOME LIKE IT HIP HOP

A ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company and Sadler’s Wells, London Co-Production ZooNation’s smash-hit sensation Some Like it Hip Hop thrilled audiences and critics when it opened in 2011, prompting an Oliver Award nomination, five-star reviews and standing ovations with its infectious “wit, heart and magnificent energy” (The Independent).

With a nod to Billy Wilder’s Some Like It Hot and Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, it tells a comical tale of love, mistaken identity, and revolution, as two women take on a male-dominated world by disguising themselves as men.

TICKETS £15.00 – £33.00 PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Fri, £3.00 off Sat UNDER 18s £10.00 off GROUPS 8+ £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £8.00 off GROUPS 20+ £9.00 off GROUPS 40+ £10.00 off

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

ONE LEGEND! ONE STAGE! ONE INCREDIBLE SHOW! THE WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL

ROCK & ROLL MUSICAL!

ALAN JANES PRESENTS

30

TERRIFIC YEARS!

LIMITED NUMBER OF £19.89 TICKETS TO CELEBRATE THE SHOW’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY!

‘THE AUDIENCE GO ABSOLUTELY CRAZY. IT’S THE SHOW YOU’LL NEVER FORGET’ TUE 8 – SAT 12 OCTOBER

DAILY MAIL

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GROUPS 10+ £8.00 off Clear Lake, Iowa.

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That’ll Be The Day, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Everyday, Johnny B. Oh Boy, That’ll Be The Day, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Everyday, Goode, Raining In My Heart, Shout and many many more, this show Where applicable, fees and charges are Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Shout and many, many more, this included in the stated ticket prices. is just Peggy Sue-perb! show is just Peggy Sue-perb!

An optional postage fee may apply.

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HENNING WEHN Get On With It

Another chance to see this sell-out show! You couldn’t make it up; surely the German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn hasn’t bosched out yet another new show? And what’s he still doing here anyway? Well, his lack of transferable skills is what keeps him here and his belief that practise makes perfect is what keeps him going. This show is a much needed call to arms.

Listen, everyone: stop pondering and hand-wringing. Instead get on your bike and put your face to the grindstone!

TICKETS £23.50 PREMIERE CARD £21.50 GROUPS 10+ £21.50

MON 7 OCTOBER 7.30PM

MILOŠ The Voice of the Guitar

Firmly positioned as a leading exponent of his instrument, ‘The hottest guitarist in the world’ (Sunday Times), Miloš, continues to top record charts and delight audiences worldwide. The Voice of The Guitar is a journey through music and time, showcasing the classical guitar through the works and musicians that defined it. Miloš is joined by members of the 12 ensemble. ‘No other guitarist can match his graceful blend of personal charisma and technical finesse.’ (The Independent) TICKETS £29.50 – £39.50 PREMIERE CARD £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off

SUN 13 OCTOBER 7.30PM

AN EVENING OF

LAST FEW SEATS!

HARRY REDKNAPP

I’m A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here winner and famous football manager will be telling stories from his football days and his time in the jungle. Expect a hilarious evening, Harry Redknapp is a great raconteur and has a wealth of hilarious stories. There will be an audience Q&A at the end of the evening.

TICKETS £34.50 PREMIERE CARD £31.50 GROUPS 10+ £31.50 VIP £84.50 (includes pre-show meet & greet, photo and autograph opportunity)

MON 14 OCTOBER 7.30PM

FASTLOVE A Tribute to George Michael

Back by popular demand! Get ready for an unforgettable evening with a global superstar, as he puts the Boom Boom into your heart in the all new production, Fastlove - A tribute to George Michael. Relive the passion, the flare, and the unique sensitivity of George Michael in this incredible concert sensation.

TICKETS £31.00 PREMIERE CARD £28.00 CONCESSIONS £29.00 GROUPS 10+ £28.00

SIP BACK AND RELAX

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STEWART FRANCIS Into the Punset

The star of Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo and Crackerjack embarks on a brand-new show, in this, his last tour ever! See him before he heads off…Into the Punset.

‘One of the funniest comedians in the world.’

Craig Ferguson, CBS’ Late Late Show TICKETS £26.50 PREMIERE CARD £24.00 GROUPS 10+ £24.00

SUN 3 NOVEMBER, 11AM & 2.30PM

MILKSHAKE! LIVE Milkshake Monkey’s Musical

Milkshake Monkey can’t wait to put on a spectacular new musical for you all! But when stage fright hits, his favourite Milkshake friends come to help, creating the most dazzling show you have ever seen! Starring Fireman Sam, Noddy, Shimmer & Shine, Digby Dragon, Wissper, Nella the Princess Knight and the Floogals, alongside two Milkshake Presenters, this brand-new show has plenty of laughter, audience interaction and great fun to get everyone up on their feet! It’s a family show not to be missed!

TICKETS £19.00 UNDER 16s £17.50 PREMIERE CARD £1.50 off GROUPS 10+ £1.50 off VIP £25.50 (Inc. Premium Seat, Meet & Greet + activity prog)

MON 4 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

YOU WIN AGAIN

Celebrating the Music of the Bee Gees Direct from London’s West End. Prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular. Join us for this breath-taking concert spectacular, taking you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, How Deep Is Your Love?, Jive Talkin’, Tragedy, Islands in the Stream, Grease, If I Can’t Have You and many more! This fabulously authentic production ensures the Gibb brothers’ incredible legacy of classic hit songs is well and truly stayin’ alive!

TICKETS £31.00 PREMIERE CARD £26.00 GROUPS 10+ £26.00

WED 6 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THE SENSATIONAL 60S EXPERIENCE 10th Anniversary Tour The biggest and best 60s show touring the UK, returns for one night only.

With a brand-new production for 2019 celebrating their tenth anniversary.

The Sensational 60s Experience brings you a 60s spectacular of pure nostalgia. Starring Mike Pender, The Trems, The Fortunes, The Swinging Blue Jeans and The Dakotas. The show with the definite feel-good factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960s.

TICKETS £32.50 PREMIERE CARD £29.50 GROUPS 10+ £29.50

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

WED 23 – SAT 26 OCTOBER Footloose is the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago.

He and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Ren finds himself at odds with most of the town, including the Reverend of Bomont. The Reverend has convinced the town to outlaw dancing, which Ren finds unbelievable. With the help of friends Ariel and Willard, Ren convinces the Reverend to let the teenagers dance, and in the process helps the town to heal from a tragedy that affected them all.

WED – SAT 7.30PM, SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS £12.00 – £23.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £8.00 off on Wed CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 16s £5.00 off STUDENTS £14.00 on Thu GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices.

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MON 28 OCTOBER – SAT 2 NOVEMBER A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED MAT 2PM, SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS £22.50 – £35.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one Mon, £8.00 off Tue & Wed CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 21s £21.00 (best available) GROUPS 10+ £8.00 off GROUPS 20+ £9.00 off Meal Deal GROUPS 40+ £10.00 off 2 COURSES SCHOOLS 10+ £15.00 + SHOW

Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping production, directed by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.

Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices.

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The West End smash-hit The Woman in Black is coming to Dartford for one week only!

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FRI 1PM & 4PM, SAT 10AM, 1PM & 4PM, SUN 10AM, 1PM TICKETS £18.50 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE UNDER 16s £2.00 off FAMILY OF FOUR TICKET £66.00

MON 11 – TUE 12 NOVEMBER MON 1.30PM & 4PM, TUE 10.30AM After a successful debut tour, Dear Zoo the timeless children’s classic book, returns to the stage in 2019! Rod Campbell’s best-selling lift-the-flap book has delighted generations of young readers since it was first published in 1982. And has sold more than 8 million copies worldwide. This production will delight all those who have read the book (both young and old) as it unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction.

Join us at your local theatre to see what the zoo has sent: the perfect pet – in the end!

‘A must-see for fans of the book, and for any young child who likes animals!’ ★★★★★ Whatsgoodtodo.co.uk TICKETS £15.50 FAMILY OF FOUR TICKET £57.00 ‘A superb theatrical production’ ★★★★★ My Theatre Mates PREMIERE CARD £14.00 GROUPS 10+ £14.00 SCHOOLS 10+ £11.50 Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices.

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THE KIDS!

WED 13 – SUN 17 NOVEMBER

© 2010 and TM – David Walliams / HarperCollins Publishers Ltd / Tony Ross / Quentin Blake

Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the country! He has his own sports car, two crocodiles for pets and £100,000 a week pocket money! But what Joe doesn’t have is a friend.

So he decides to leave his posh school and start again at the local comp. But things don’t go as planned for Joe and life becomes a rollercoaster as he tries find what money can’t buy!

From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny and Awful Auntie comes this amazing new production of David Walliams’ best-selling story!

WED – SAT 7PM THU & FRI 10.30AM SAT 2.30PM SUN 11AM, 3PM TICKETS £19.00 – £24.00 PREMIERE CARD Two tickets for the price of one on Wed UNDER 16s £5.00 off GROUPS 10+ £15.00 SCHOOLS 10+ £12.00 (Includes free ice cream) Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

THEIR LIVES WERE WORLDS APART...

TUE 19 – SAT 23 NOVEMBER Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-awardwinning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright’s production surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’, as inevitably it “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval” (The Daily Mail).

The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.

...THEIR DESTINY JOINED THEM TOGETHER TUE – SAT 7.30PM, WED, THU & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS £25.00 – £42.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £13.00 off Tue (post-show reception, must be prebooked), £8.00 off Wed & Thu Mat CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 18s £10.00 off SCHOOLS 10+ £18.00 GROUPS 10+ £8.00 off GROUPS 20+ £9.00 off GROUPS 40+ £10.00 off Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices. An optional postage fee may apply.

JASON MANFORD STARS IN

FROM THE CREATORS OF

CHICAGO Music by JOHN KANDER

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CABARET

Lyrics by FRED EBB

Book by RUPERT HOLMES

Original Book and Concept by PETER STONE Additional Lyrics by JOHN KANDER & RUPERT HOLMES Directed by PAUL FOSTER

MON 25 – SAT 30 NOVEMBER It’s murder putting on a new musical – literally! Jessica Cranshaw, star of the new Broadway-bound musical Robbin Hood, has been murdered on stage on opening night! The entire cast and crew are suspects. Time to call in the local detective, Frank Cioffi, who just happens to be a huge musical theatre fan. With a nose for crime and an ear for music, Frank has his work cut out trying to find the killer whilst giving the show a lifeline.

Starring Jason Manford (The Producers, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Guys and Dolls), this hilarious whodunnit is packed full of catchy songs, unforgettable characters and plot twists galore! From the Tony Award-winning creators of Cabaret and Chicago, this backstage murder mystery musical will have audiences laughing and guessing right to the final curtain.

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS £22.00 – £45.00 PREMIUM SEATS AVAILABLE PREMIERE CARD £13.00 off Mon, £8.00 off Tue – Thu CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 18s £10.00 off GROUPS 10+ £8.00 off GROUPS 20+ £9.00 off GROUPS 40+ £10.00 off 12+ Where applicable, fees and charges are included in the stated ticket prices.

An optional postage fee may apply.

Enjoy a ‘showstopping’ festive three-course dinner with all the trimmings and a drink on arrival. With live music from Bare Groove and our resident DJ. Be sure to bring your dancing shoes so you can rock around that Christmas tree! This really is a party not to be missed! Age 18+. In the Auditorium

Fri 6 December, Bar open 6.30pm Dinner 7.30pm, Entertainment until 1am Tickets £55.00 Additional cheeseboard course £7.00

Discover more and book today at orchardtheatre.co.uk

RUDLOPH RAVE With glow sticks, glitter and giant balloons, our family-friendly event brings everyone together for a fun-filled party afternoon. Santa and Rudolf will be there and the bar will be open for the big kids! All ages welcome, especially for families with 0-8 year olds.

Sat 7 December Doors open 12pm Disco 12.30pm – 3pm Tickets £10.00 Children £8.00

COMEDY CRACKER An evening of festive fun and laughter from our cracking compere and two comedians, plus a delicious twocourse festive menu and dancing until late. Age 18+. In the Restaurant.

Mon 9 December Bar opens 6.30pm Dinner 7.45pm Entertainment 9pm Tickets £27.50 Additional Cheeseboard course £7.00

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA WITH ULTIMATE BUBLÉ Experience Ultimate Bublé tribute Mark Daniels and relax with a specially created festive Afternoon Tea, plus the obligatory (but very delicious) mince pie!

Why not celebrate the season and add a glass of fizz!

Tue 10 December Bar open 11.30am Afternoon Tea 12.30pm Entertainment 1.30pm Tickets £28.50

BUBBLES & BUBLÉ Think of Christmas, think of Bublé! Delight in a ‘showstopping’ festive three-course menu and drink on arrival, then swing to the smooth sounds of our favourite tribute Mark Daniels, plus dancing until late.

Age 18+. In the Restaurant.

Tue 10 December Bar open 6.30pm Dinner 7.30pm Entertainment 9pm Tickets £47.50 Additional Cheeseboard course £7.00

Gimme Gimme

GIRLS!

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA WITH GIMME GIMME GIRLS Experience the Gimme Gimme Girls and relax with a specially created festive Afternoon Tea, plus the obligatory (but very delicious) mince pie!

Why not celebrate the season and add a glass of fizz! In the Restaurant.

Wed 11 December Bar open 11.30am Afternoon Tea 12.30pm Entertainment 1.30pm Tickets £28.50

GIMME GIMME CHRISTMAS! The spirit of ABBA lives on as the Gimme Gimme Girls take centre stage.

Enjoy a ‘showstopping’ three-course menu with all the trimmings and become a Dancing Queen til late with our resident DJ. In the Restaurant.

Wed 11 December Bar open 6.30pm Dinner 7.30pm Entertainment 9pm Tickets £47.50 Additional Cheeseboard course £7.00

MOTOWN CHRISTMAS MOTOWN AT FESTIVE LUNCH CHRISTMAS Let the heartbeat of American music be your soundtrack this Christmas! Take yourself to the Swinging 60s with our live band performing classics from the likes of Diana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. A ‘showstopping’ three-course festive menu will set you up for this unforgettable party! In the Restaurant.

Thu 12 December Bar open 11.30am Lunch 12.30pm Entertainment 1.30pm Tickets £29.50 Additional Cheeseboard course £7.00

Thu 12 December Bar Open 6.30pm Dinner 7.30pm Entertainment 9pm Tickets £47.50 Additional Cheeseboard course £7.00

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.

GET INVOLVED

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

BOOK ONLINE orchardtheatre.co.uk THURSDAYS

TUESDAYS 10.30AM – 12.30PM

8 –12 YEARS 6PM – 7PM 13 –18 YEARS 7.15PM – 8.15PM

A friendly daytime choir singing songs from a variety of musicals.

Learn the songs from our season of shows! Led by a professional Musical Director.

ORCHARD THEATRE CHOIR

ORCHARD THEATRE DRAMA Cost £45.00 (for 6 week block) Takes place at Temple Hill Square, Dartford DA1 5HY

Cost £30.00 (for 6 week block)

£30.00 Ukulele Club (for 6Cost week block)

SING THE SHOWS A two hour singing workshop themed to the shows coming to The Orchard Theatre.

ANNIE SAT 22 JUNE ROCKY HORROR SHOW SAT 28 SEPT BUDDY SAT 12 OCT THE BODYGUARD

THURSDAYS 10.30AM-12.30PM BEGINNERS 1PM-3PM INTERMEDIATE/PERFORMANCE GROUP

Have you ever wanted to learn a new skill?

Now’s your chance! Come along to our brand-new club with a dedicated Ukulele teacher and learn some of your favourite songs. Ukuleles will be supplied for beginners.

PROJECTS IN ASSOCIATION WITH PLAY

AGES

16+

TUESDAYS 12.45PM – 2.15PM

Run by a qualified AGES counsellor and drama 16+ specialist. Come and explore the art of drama and expression in a therapeutic environment.

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

TUE 28 & WED 29 MAY 10.30AM – 4PM

IMPROVISATIONAL SKILLS

MON 21 & TUE 22 OCTOBER 10.30AM – 4PM

DAY OF THE DEAD

MON 17 & TUE 18 FEBRUARY 2020

AROUND THE WORLD

FULL DAY £20.00 BOTH DAYS £35.00

SAT 11 JAN 2020 10.30AM – 12.30PM Cost £10.00

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Participants are to bring a packed lunch. Lunchtime will be supervised.

AGES

16+

AGES

8+

TEACHERS’ CLUB

Teachers’ Club members can enjoy the following benefits: • Regular email updates • Special offers • Free resource packs • Longer reservation periods.

• No booking fees for orders of 10 or more.

• Personalised workshops To join up email teachers@orchardtheatre.co.uk

Workshops that take place in The Orchard Theatre are held in the Upper foyer (accessed via 22 steps)

SUN 8 SEPTEMBER TICKETS FREE PRE-BOOK NOW!

OPEN HOUSE Come backstage as we open up The Orchard Theatre for you to explore! Join us for a fun-filled morning as we lift the curtain on the exciting world of theatre.

All Open Day Activities between 10am and 2pm.

Activities will include:

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SYP PRESENTS...

FIRST AUDITIONS Sun 19 April 2020 Call Back Auditions Sun 26 April 2020

Calling all young performers aged nine – 19 and young technicians aged 16-19.

Audition for your chance to take part for a fantastic fortnight in August 2020.

For more information and to complete an audition form, visit the ‘Get Involved’ page on our website.

A MUSICAL JOURNEY THROUGH THE YEARS SUMMER 2020

BOOKING NOW

THU 7 NOVEMBER

THE DREAMBOYS FRI 8 NOVEMBER

MON 2 DECEMBER

SUN 1 DECEMBER

JIMMY CARR TERRIBLY FUNNY TUE 3 DECEMBER

WED 4 DECEMBER

FRANK SKINNER SHOWBIZ THU 5 DECEMBER

MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS

THU 19 DECEMBER

CHARITY CONCERT WITH BELVEDERE CONCERT BAND

COMING SOON IN 2020

DAODS PRESENTS

HOW TO BOOK BOOK ONLINE Booking your favourite seat at The Orchard Theatre couldn’t be easier, with our easy-to-use and fully secure online booking system. So why wait in a queue when you can book your tickets and choose exactly where you’re going to be sitting from the comfort of your own home?

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

Don’t have online access?

Don’t worry, you can also book:

ACCESS FOR ALL

IN PERSON Visit us at The Orchard Theatre, Home Gardens, Dartford, DA1 1ED.

BY TELEPHONE Call 01322 220000 Our Ticket Office is open Mon to Sat 10:15am – 6pm. Our Ticket Office is also open until 15 minutes after each performance begins.

CONCESSIONS are available for over 60s (senior special rates are available on certain performances), under 16s, students and unwaged. Please enquire at Ticket Office when booking. Concession prices usually apply to the top two price tickets only and exclude premium seats. Usually not available Fri & Sat performances.

FAMILY OF FOUR TICKET must include 1 adult and 1 child.

GROUP RATES apply to full price tickets only. Usually excluding Fri & Sat performances.

CONDITIONS OF SALE Sales are made subject to the ‘Terms and Conditions for The Sale Of Tickets, Gift Vouchers & Memberships’ as published at orchardtheatre.co.uk/Online/terms_conditions (copies are also available from the Ticket Office). All prices shown include booking fees unless otherwise stated. Fee free for Groups 10+ and Premiere Card members (up to 4 tickets). All tickets and offers are subject to availability.

SUPPORT ACTS are regularly used for live music and comedians to ‘warm up’ the audience for the main act.

For further information, enquire at the Ticket Office on the day of the performance.

SECURE MY BOOKING Protect Your Tickets.

Tickets are non-refundable except in the case of a cancelled or rescheduled show. When booking tickets online, you can protect your tickets allowing you to recoup 100% of the price paid if you are unable to attend for any number of covered reasons - like illness, travel delay, adverse weather conditions and more.

Large print copies of this brochure can be ordered from the Ticket Office All attempts are made to ensure that show information and prices are correct at the time of going to print but may be subject to subsequent alteration. We reserve the right to introduce offers which cannot be applied to tickets already purchased. Tickets and discounts may not be available at all advertised prices at all times.

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©2007 Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity Registered charity no. 235825

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 • Selected signed performances • Induction loop and • Working dogs welcome Sennheiser Infrared facilities • Accessible toilet

TOM GATES

THU 23 MAY 7PM

PETER PAN

RELAXED PERFORMANCE

SAT 28 DEC 5PM

THE MOUSETRAP

THU 2 JAN 2PM

SAT 21 SEPT 2.30PM SIGNED PERFORMANCE

ROCKY HORROR SHOW WED 25 SEPT

7.30PM AUDIO DESCRIBED

SIGNED PERFORMANCE RELAXED PERFORMANCE

FRI 3 JAN 2PM

AUDIO DESCRIBED

ILFORD DAGENHAM

DARTFORD GRAVESEND SIDCUP BROMLEY

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.

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

WED 8 – SAT 18 JANUARY 2020 BOOK ONLINE orchardtheatre.co.uk

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