Royal & Derngate Brochure Spring 2012

SPRING drama dance comedy children’s shows opera music spoken word musical theatre

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2012

The King And I

WELCOME TO

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SPRING 2012 After a fantastic 2011, we enter the New Year with another season of exceptional shows. We are delighted to be able to welcome some of the best-known touring shows and performers on the circuit to Royal & Derngate, and also premiere a rather special season of our own.

We were thrilled to recently announce that a trilogy of our Made In Northampton plays for 2012, Festival Of Chaos, has been chosen to feature as part of London 2012 Festival, a 12-week celebration of the arts in the UK as part of the Cultural Olympiad. Featuring three extraordinary new versions of classic plays, the Festival promises to once again put Northampton firmly in the cultural spotlight.

Alongside collaborations with the hilarious Spymonkey and coproducer Lee Dean (who we worked with to bring audiences End Of The Rainbow starring Tracie Bennett in 2010), and with more shows to be added in the Autumn, this promises to be a terrific season. If you haven’t been to see a Made In Northampton play before, we urge you to make this the year that you do.

Musical fans won’t be disappointed either with visits from The King And I, Grease and Save The Last Dance. There is even the chance to save some money when booking for all of these shows – see the MUSICAL SAVER information below. Add to this top-flight comedy, a widely-acclaimed orchestral season, drama direct from the West End and a host of shows that enjoyed huge critical success at the Edinburgh Fringe, and we are in for a busy few months!

We are also proud to launch Eat and Drink, our new cafe which features a selection of delicious sandwiches, salads, soups and indulgent treats. These are all prepared by our skilled staff, in our own kitchens, and feature some of the best local produce available.

AT A GLANCE Look out for the following discount symbols on brochure pages: CONCESSIONS

GROUP DISCOUNTS

SCHOOLS RATES

FAMILY SAVINGS

FRIENDS SAVINGS

REAL DISCOUNTS 16–25 year olds Full details of all discounts and concessions are available on page 56.

NEW THIS SEASON

We look forward to welcoming you to Royal & Derngate this Spring.

ENHANCE YOUR VISIT Look for the Eat and Drink panels throughout the brochure for some sensational offers from our café and bars. Enjoy an indulgent Valentine’s Day package with Moscow City Ballet, treat the family on a visit to Cirque Du Ciel, or let your hair down on a variety of shows with a Girls Night Out special.

Full details of each package are available from Box Office when you book.

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Buy for The King And I and receive £3 off top 2 price bands for Save The Last Dance or Grease (excl. Fri & Sat eves).

Limited availability.

Buy for Inspector Calls and receive £3 off top 2 price bands for Bette And Joan or Mogadishu (excl. Fri & Sat eves). Limited availability.

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SAVE MONEY AT ROYAL & DERNGATE

Our enjoy scheme has a new name! Can you afford not to join?

From as little as £30 per year, Friends can enjoy a host of benefits including significant savings on many shows.

Just look for the box on brochure pages. You can also book ahead of the rest so as not to miss out on our SOLD OUT shows.

Benefits include:

• Discounts on most shows dvanced email information about shows • Agoing on sale

Priority allocation of tickets* • • Priority brochure mailing • No transaction or postage fee • Free exchange facility • Local discounts including Eat and Drink • Friends e-newsletter

(from £1 off to 2 for 1 ticket deals)

Call Box Office for more details or to join.

Please note, that Friends is the new name for our previous enjoy scheme. All current enjoy members can claim all of the above discounts in the usual way, and will be issued with a new membership card at the time of their renewal.

Only one discount per ticket. Subject to availability. *A small number of tickets held for 3 weeks after on-sale date for Friends only.

Our Gold Supporters enjoy all of the Friends benefits listed above and also:

• Additional discounted tickets • A dedicated personal booking service • A number of free Made In Northampton programmes • Invitations to exclusive events and discussions • Newsletters • Hospitality opportunities Join the GOLD SUPPORTERS today and through a yearly donation of £150, you will directly support our work with children and young people. By donating tax efficiently, you can boost the value of your gift at no extra cost to you.

Call 01604 655735 or email jodiemd@namtrust.co.uk

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UNDERGROUND

AN INTERACTIVE STORY-TELLING EVENT FOR UNDER 5s

THAT’LL BE THE DAY CHRISTMAS TOUR SAT 3 DECEMBER 7.30PM Trevor, Gary and the gang celebrate the festive season with a combination of their unique comedy routines and a non-stop line-up of all the best Christmas hits.

Join in and treat yourself to an early Christmas present with the UK’s most successful touring rock ‘n’ roll production.

STOP PRESS New date just added – Thu 19 April.

BOOK NOW!

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE TUE 6 DECEMBER - SUN 8 JANUARY Following the sell-out success of last year’s magical Through The Wardrobe, come with us to an exciting new world as we go Down The Rabbit Hole in our interactive storytime event for Under 5s and their adults.

Join Alice at the Mad Hatter's tea party and explore a mad-cap world where almost anything can happen.

Housed in our Underground this curiouser and curiouser experience is a marvellous introduction for the very young to Lewis Carroll’s hilarious tale.

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Tue 6 Dec Wed 7 Dec Thu 8 Dec Fri 9 Dec Sat 10 Dec Sun 11 Dec Mon 12 Dec Tue 13 Dec Wed 14 Dec Thu 15 Dec Fri 16 Dec Sat 17 Dec Sun 18 Dec Mon 19 Dec Tue 20 Dec Wed 21 Dec Thu 22 Dec

11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 10.30am 1.30pm 10.30am 1.30pm No performances 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 10.30am 1.30pm 10.30am 1.30pm No performances 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm

4pm 4pm 3.30pm 3.30pm 4pm 4pm 4pm 4pm 3.30pm 3.30pm

Fri 23 Dec Sat 24 Dec Sun 25 Dec Mon 26 Dec Tue 27 Dec Wed 28 Dec Thu 29 Dec Fri 30 Dec Sat 31 Dec Sun 1 Jan Mon 2 Jan Tue 3 Jan Wed 4 Jan Thu 5 Jan Fri 6 Jan Sat 7 Jan Sun 8 Jan

11am

2.30pm 1.30pm No Performances 1.30pm 1.30pm 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 1.30pm No Performances 1.30pm No Performances 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 11am 2.30pm 1.30pm 1.30pm

3.30pm 3.30pm 3.30pm

3.30pm 3.30pm

3.30pm 3.30pm

Performances in red are SOLD OUT

TICKETS £23 £21.50

TICKETS £5

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CHRISTMAS AT ROYAL & DERNGATE

by Lewis Carroll adapted by Phil Porter WED 30 NOVEMBER – SUN 8 JANUARY

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Wed 30 Nov 2.15pm Thu 1 Dec 2.15pm Fri 2 Dec 2.15pm Sat 3 Dec 1.15pm Sun 4 Dec 1.15 pm Mon 5 Dec No Performances Tue 6 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Wed 7 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Thu 8 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Fri 9 Dec 10.30am Sat 10 Dec 1.15pm Sun 11 Dec 1.15pm Mon 12 Dec No Performances Tue 13 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Wed 14 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Thu 15 Dec 10.30am 2.15pm Fri 16 Dec Sat 17 Dec 1.15pm Sun 18 Dec 1.15pm Mon 19 Dec No Performances Tue 20 Dec 2.15pm Wed 21 Dec 2.15pm Thu 22 Dec 2.15pm Fri 23 Dec 2.15pm Sat 24 Dec 1.15pm Sun 25 Dec No Performances Mon 26 Dec 1.15pm Tue 27 Dec 1.15pm Wed 28 Dec 2.15pm Thu 29 Dec 2.15pm Fri 30 Dec 2.15pm Sat 31 Dec 1.15pm Sun 01 Jan No Performances Mon 02 Jan 1.15pm Tue 03 Jan No Performances Wed 04 Jan 2.15pm Thu 05 Jan 2.15pm Fri 06 Jan 2.15pm Sat 07 Jan 1.15pm Sun 08 Jan 1.15pm

TUE 20 DEC 2.15PM

Join Alice’s adventure in a topsy-turvy world of magic and mayhem in this brand new adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s well-loved classic Alice In Wonderland.

WED 21 DEC 2.15PM

With hilarious characters at every turn, giddy songs galore and wonderfully innovative ways for audiences to get involved, this is the perfect festive treat for all the family and reminds us all that there is nothing wrong with being just a little bit silly!

5.15pm 5.15pm

7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm

Directors Laurie Sansom & Dani Parr

“Curiouser and curiouser!”

See the Royal stage transformed into a magnificent Wonderland as Alice encounters all of your favourite characters, from the White Rabbit and the Cheshire Cat, to the March Hare and the Mad Hatter, alongside a host of sumptuously silly animal entertainers, all keen to impress the very bad-tempered Queen of Hearts on her birthday.

7.15pm 5.15pm 5.15pm

TICKETS Blue Shows £21 £19 £16 £10.50

£2.50 off top three prices

arties 20+ £2 off top two prices P Parties 40+ £3 off top two prices

Pink Shows £20 £18 £16 £9

£4 off top three prices

arties 20+ £3 off top two prices P Parties 40+ £4 off top two prices

£10.50 (one teacher’s seat free with every 10 tickets)

£65

“THE MOST MAGICAL SEASONAL SHOW I HAVE EVER SEEN IN NORTHAMPTONSHIRE IN 30 YEARS” THE STAGE ON THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE (2010)

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Blue shows £2.50 off top three prices Pink shows £4 off top three prices

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Fri 9 Dec 7pm Sat 10 Dec 1pm 5pm Sun 11 Dec 1pm 5pm Mon 12 Dec No performances Tue 13 Dec 2pm 7pm Wed 14 Dec 2pm 7pm Thu 15 Dec 2pm 7pm Fri 16 Dec 2pm 7pm Sat 17 Dec 1pm 5pm Sun 18 Dec 1pm 5pm Mon 19 Dec No performances Tue 20 Dec 2pm 7pm Wed 21 Dec 2pm 7pm Thu 22 Dec 2pm 7pm Fri 23 Dec 2pm 7pm Sat 24 Dec 1pm 5pm Sun 25 Dec No performances Mon 26 Dec 1pm 5pm Tue 27 Dec 1pm 5pm Wed 28 Dec 2pm 7pm Thu 29 Dec 2pm 7pm Fri 30 Dec 2pm 7pm Sat 31 Dec 1pm 5pm Sun 1 Jan No performances Mon 2 Jan 1pm 5pm Tue 3 Jan No performances Wed 4 Jan 2pm 7pm Thu 5 Jan 2pm 7pm Fri 6 Jan 2pm 7pm Sat 7 Jan 1pm 5pm Sun 8 Jan 1pm 5pm

MORE DISCOUNTS THAN EVER BEFORE AND PRICES HELD AT 2010 RATES

TUE 13 DEC 2PM

FRI 9 DECEMBER – SUN 8 JANUARY Join us for another lavish family pantomime this Christmas!

WED 14 DEC 7PM TICKETS

This superb production of the popular adventure tale combines plenty of comedy with outrageous costumes and fantastic sets, carrying Royal & Derngate’s hallmark of quality and value-for-money entertainment. With prices held from last year, new discounts and some particularly special prices available at selected performances, there has never been a better time to join us on this magical carpet ride for all the family. Don’t miss it.

Green Shows £15

“PANTO AT ITS FINEST” NORTHAMPTON CHRONICLE AND ECHO

£10.50 (one teacher’s seat free

“DAVRO IS EXCELLENT VALUE. HIS QUICKFIRE BANTER IS DELIVERED WITH GUSTO AND HE REALLY KNOWS HOW TO WORK THE CROWD” DARTFORD TIMES

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Purple & Gold Shows £23 £21 £19 Purple performances only

£3 off

arties 15+ £17 P Parties 40+ £16 Parties 60+ £15 with every 10 tickets)

£3 off purple shows £1 off gold shows

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JOHANN STRAUSS GALA THU 12 JANUARY 7.30PM Back with a new show for 2012. Waltz back in time to the glittering ballrooms of 19th Century Vienna with an enchanting mix of music, song and dance from the Strauss Family and Friends. David Juritz will direct from the violin in the traditional Viennese manner and the Johann Strauss Orchestra will be joined by the sparkling soprano Amy Freston and the Johann Strauss Dancers in glorious period costume.

TICKETS £29.50 £27.50 £24.50 £20 £16

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CARA DILLON FRI 13 JANUARY 7.45PM One of the most original and stunning singers of traditional music, Cara Dillon’s latest album, Hill Of Thieves, was voted Album of the Year at the BBC Radio 2 Folk awards. You will be hard pressed to find a more emotive and captivating performer.

“QUITE POSSIBLY THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL FEMALE VOICE” Q MAGAZINE TICKETS £20

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THE BURLESQUE SHOW SAT 14 JANUARY 7.45PM Welcome to a stunning night of sophisticated tease, wonderful comedy, scintillating magic and extraordinary live music featuring some of the finest UK artistes of the hugely popular burlesque genre.

One of Britain’s most popular burlesque queens, Kittie Klaw will be among the line up and joined on the evening by a headline compère and a special surprise guest!

TICKETS £18.50

Recommended for ages 16 and above

DERNGATE

ANTON & ERIN LET’S DO IT

THU 19 & FRI 20 JANUARY 7.30PM Following a sold out UK tour in 2011 Anton du Beke and Erin Boag kick off their new tour at Royal & Derngate with a sensational new show.

Britain’s favourite dance couple will be joined by singer Lance Ellington, superb guest dancers and a live orchestra; with music from George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Cole Porter and featuring classic hits such as An American In Paris, Don’t Rain On My Parade, Cavatina and many more.

TICKETS £41 £37.50 £33.50

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MOSCOW STATE CIRCUS MON 16 – WED 18 JANUARY

Mon & Tue 7.30pm Wed 5pm & 8pm

The Moscow State Circus brings its latest and most spectacular show to Northampton with this sensational extravaganza Babushkin Sekret.

TICKETS Mon – Wed Eves £26 £23.50 £17.50 £14.50

Inspired by the legend of ‘The 12 Chairs’, a huge cast of Russia’s greatest circus artistes takes us on an incredible journey combining contemporary and classical circus in way never witnessed before.

Arguably the most famous circus in the world, this extraordinary night of entertainment features the beautiful queen of Russian circus, Yana Alievia, on a revolving aerial chandelier. Joining her are The Whirlwind Rubsovsm Troupe who acrobatically catapult themselves at breakneck speed, and The Doktrov, who fly and spiral in the apex of the auditorium with grace, beauty and elegance. And if all this isn’t enough to keep you sat on the edge of your seats, then the hilarious clowns Valik & Valerik will have you falling off them with laughter!

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Wed 5pm £23 £21.50 £14.50 £11

£3 off top three prices (excl. Wed 5pm)

Family Offer Ice creams, bag of sweets to share & programme £8

£ 92 £82

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THE GONDOLIERS NORTHAMPTON GILBERT & SULLIVAN GROUP MON 16 – SAT 21 JANUARY Northampton Gilbert & Sullivan Group will transport you to sunny Venice with a sparkling new production of The Gondoliers, one of Gilbert & Sullivan’s most popular operettas and a firm favourite with both audience and performers alike.

Enjoy Gilbert’s outrageously comic characters the Duke and Duchess of Plaza-toro, the sinister Don Alhambra del Bolero and Sullivan’s memorable music including the show-stopping Take A Pair Of Sparkling Eyes and Dance A Cachucha.

A delightful evening of music, movement, humour and wit for all the family.

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Eves 7.45pm Sat Matinee 2.30pm TICKETS Mon Eve £17.50 £16.50 Tue, Wed Eves & Sat Matinee £18.50 £17.50 Thu – Sat Eves £19.50 £18.50

SUN 22 JANUARY 3PM The real stars of the hit movie Brassed Off, the Grimethorpe Colliery Band are celebrating the 15th anniversary of this classic film and this concert is packed with popular tracks from the movie.

DERNGATE

GRIMETHORPE COLLIERY BAND

Having won almost every brass band accolade, these musicians have a highly acclaimed international reputation with numerous recordings to their credit.

TICKETS £21 £19.50

FRI 27 JANUARY 7.45PM Jeremy Hardy may be best remembered as a much younger man, but there is nothing he can do about that now. Still alive and able to speak unaided for lengthy periods, this show will be not so much a one-man show as an under-staffed cavalcade.

ROYAL

JEREMY HARDY

“ONE OF THE SHARPEST COMEDIANS ON THE CIRCUIT” THE GUARDIAN TICKETS £15

SUN 5 FEBRUARY 7.30PM Bizet Carmen Suite (Excerpts) Fauré Pavane Goss Guitar Concerto World Première (2012) Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez Ravel Boléro

Conductor Simon Wright Guitar Graham Roberts Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

DERNGATE

SPANISH FIESTA

PRE-CONCERT TALK 6.30pm Graham Roberts and Stephen Goss

TICKETS £31 £28.50 £26 £24 £20 £14

£65

SUN 5 FEBRUARY 7.30PM To accompany the exhibition at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Step Into My Shoes: Significant Journeys On Foot by Clare Abbatt (7 Feb – 15 Apr) Royal & Derngate will be hosting a talk: A Walk On The Wild Side by award-winning journalist and travel writer Tim Butcher.

You can book for the full series of talks through Royal & Derngate’s Box Office: Sir Andrew Motion 8 Mar 7.30pm All Saints' Church £10 (Under 18 £5) Satish Kumar 30 Mar 8pm Northampton Museum and Art Gallery £5

UNDERGROUND

STEP INTO MY SHOES

TICKETS £10

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

MADE IN NORTHAMPTON 2012 SUBSCRIPTION SEASON BACCHAE

GET THE BEST SEATS AT THE BEST PRICES Subscribe & Save now and you could save up to 25% on every ticket. When you book, ask about our flexible payment options, no quibble ticket exchange and the opportunity to pre-book your theatre programmes at a 20% reduction.

SPYMONKEY'S

by Euripides A new adaptation by Rosanna Lowe FRI 18 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE PAGE 44

OEDIPUSSY

BLOOD WEDDING

by Carl Grose and the company adapted & directed by Emma Rice

by Federico Garcia Lorca A new adaptation by Tommy Murphy

FRI 3 – SAT 18 FEBRUARY

FRI 25 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE PAGE 14

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LADIES IN LAVENDER based on the film written and directed

by Charles Dance adapted for the stage by Shaun McKenna from a short story by William J. Locke

by Henrik Ibsen A new adaptation by Andrew Upton

FRI 6 – SAT 21 APRIL

FRI 6 – SAT 28 JULY

HEDDA GABLER

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HOW TO BOOK

Subscribe & Save Follow these simple steps to make your booking for the 2012 Subscription Season:

1.

• I f you choose three shows and are booking for Festival Of Chaos alone, look for the TRILOGY ONLY package. You can build this package how you choose across evenings and weekends, even seeing The Bacchae and Blood Wedding in one day.

D ecide how many shows you would like to see, and which ones. Don’t forget, the more you see the more money you save – you will receive 25% off every ticket if you see all five.

2. Choose when you would like to see your shows

(Evenings, Matinees or Previews) and which price band you would like to sit in (Premium or A).

•L ook at the individual show pages for dates of each production. As the schedule for The Bacchae and Blood Wedding is quite detailed (they play in rotation), the full schedule is listed on page 43.

All other shows follow our usual Made In Northampton pattern.

5 play package 25% discount

3. Look at the prices in our Subscription Table below to see what you will pay.

your tickets in the usual way by calling 4. Book

01604 624811, complete an online subscription form at www.royalandderngate.co.uk, or request a postal form from Box Office.

Once you have selected all your performances, you can relax and just look forward to the show...

4 play package 20% discount

3 play TRILOGY ONLY 15% discount*

Premium

A

Evenings

105.00

90.00

89.60

76.80

71.40

Matinees

75.00

71.25

64.00

60.80

51.00

Previews

86.25

71.25

73.60

60.80

58.65

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

63.75

Evenings

97.50

82.50

83.20

70.40

66.30

Matinees

75.00

71.25

64.00

60.80

51.00

Previews

86.25

71.25

73.60

60.80

58.65

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

60.35

Evenings

97.50

82.50

83.20

70.40

66.30

Matinees

75.00

71.25

64.00

60.80

51.00

Previews

86.25

71.25

73.60

60.80

58.65

N/A

N/A

142.80

N/A

60.35

Price Band**

Premium

A

Premium

A

3 play package 10% discount Premium

A

61.20

75.60

64.80

48.45

54.00

51.30

48.45

62.10

51.30

56.95

N/A

N/A

56.10

70.20

59.40

48.45

54.00

51.30

48.45

62.10

51.30

53.55

N/A

N/A

56.10

70.20

59.40

48.45

54.00

51.30

48.45

62.10

51.30

53.55

N/A

N/A

ADULT

Mixed (Eves and Mats) CONCESSIONS

Mixed (Eves and Mats) GROUP 10+

Mixed (Eves and Mats)

FRIENDS & GOLD SUPPORTERS Evenings

93.75

82.50

80.60

67.20

63.75

53.55

67.50

56.70

Matinees

75.00

71.25

64.00

60.80

51.00

48.45

54.00

51.30

Previews

86.25

71.25

73.60

60.80

58.65

48.45

62.10

51.30

N/A

N/A

142.80

N/A

58.65

51.85

N/A

N/A

45.00

45.00

38.40

38.40

30.60

30.60

32.40

32.40

Mixed (Eves and Mats) UNDER 26s All Performances

* Discount varies on MIXED package ** Price bands refer to seating areas in the Royal auditorium and the alternative Northampton location for The Bacchae.

INDIVIDUAL TICKET PRICES Mon – Sat Eves £24, £23, £19, £13 (Premium £28) Thu & Sat Mats £19, £13 (Premium £20)

Previews £5 off first three performances (first four performances The Bacchae and Blood Wedding)

Under 26 Tickets £11 (all performances). Only one discount applicable per ticket.

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A ROYAL & DERNGATE CO-PRODUCTION WITH SPYMONKEY

OEDIPUSSY

by Carl Grose and the company directed & adapted by Emma Rice

Spymonkey Aitor Basauri, Stephan Kreiss, Petra Massey, Toby Park Director Emma Rice Set Designer Michael Vale Costume Designer Lucy Bradridge Music Toby Park and Neil Filby

FRI 3 – SAT 18 FEBRUARY The ultimate dysfunctional family. A jealous father, one messed-up son, and one mother of a brilliant comedy.

Hot on the heels of their acclaimed version of Moby Dick comes an eagerly-awaited collaboration with artists from the forefront of British theatre. Spymonkey’s hilariously anarchic physical comedy and the playful storytelling of Kneehigh’s Emma Rice (Brief Encounter) and Carl Grose, combine to create an outrageous no-holds-barred subversion of the quintessential Greek tragedy - a tale of forbidden lust, accidental incest and violent murder.

Inspired by Barbarella and a little bit of Bond, Spymonkey turn their unique brand of theatrical invention to this greatest of tragic tales, brought to life in typically outrageous fashion with the help of set designer Michael Vale (RSC, National Theatre, ENO), costume designer Lucy Bradridge (Cirque de Soleil) and featuring original music by Spymonkey’s Toby Park.

“GLORIOUSLY ANARCHIC, CONSTANTLY ENTERTAINING” THE TIMES ON SPYMONKEY'S MOBY DICK Contains strobe lighting and nudity. Recommended for ages 14 and above.

Eves 7.45pm (excl. Tue 7 Feb 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (excl. Sat 4 Feb) TUE 14 FEB WED 15 FEB TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £23 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28) Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

2 for the price of 1 on top two price bands (Fri 3 Feb) £3 off top three price bands at other times (excl. Mats)

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Become a subscriber and save up to 25% per ticket.

See page 12 for details.

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“A FULL-BLOWN SPECTACLE WITH CLASSY WEST-END PRODUCTION VALUES AND A CONSIDERABLE WOW FACTOR”

“THE SCALE AND SPLENDOUR OF THE SHOW WILL BLOW YOU AWAY”

THE GUARDIAN

MAIL ON SUNDAY

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MUSIC AND LYRICS PRESENTS CURVE THEATRE LEICESTER’S PRODUCTION OF

Starring

Eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat Matinee 2.30pm WED 8 FEB 7.30PM THU 9 FEB 7.30PM

Ramon Tikaram

Josefina Gabrielle

TUE 7 – SAT 11 FEBRUARY One of the greatest musicals of all time, The King And I is brought to life in a breathtaking new production – a lavish and grand-scale spectacle with sumptuous costumes, acrobatic dancers and award-winning live music.

The story of the British governess brought to the court of Siam to tutor the King’s children has captured the hearts of millions.

It is told with one of the most beautiful scores ever written, with songs including The March Of The Siamese Children, Shall We Dance and the unforgettable Getting To Know You. The King And I stars Ramon Tikaram as The King of Siam, whose credits include Bombay Dreams, Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar and TV’s This Life, and Josefina Gabrielle as Anna whose musical highlights include The Witches Of Eastwick, Sweet Charity and the lead in Oklahoma! at the National Theatre.

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TICKETS Tue – Thu Eves & Sat Matinee £31 £25 £22 £18 £14 Fri & Sat Eve £34.50 £28.50 £25.50 £21.50 £15.50 Wed Matinee £24 £22 £14

2 for the price of 1 on top two price bands (Tue 7 only) £3 off top three price bands at other times (excl. Mats)

Champagne & Chocolates £15

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ESME’S EGGSTRAORDINARY EGGSTRAVAGANZA

FAMILY FRIENDLY PLAY DAYS

THU 5 – SAT 8 APRIL 10AM, 12PM, 2.30PM & 4.30PM

THU 16 – SAT 18 FEBRUARY 10AM – 3PM

Involving live performers, craft activities and some delicious detective work, this is an Easter egg hunt like no other! It’s just one week before Easter and Esme the Easter Bunny needs your help. By journeying around the theatre and looking out for Egg Tokens along the way, can you solve the mystery of the missing eggs before time runs out?

To celebrate the 200th anniversary of the publication of Grimm’s Fairy Tales, Royal & Derngate are hosting Fairytale Family Fun Days in February half term.

There will be a range of themed play areas and a variety of craft activities stationed around the building completely free of charge, as well as workshops and performances throughout the week. With our family friendly café deal on offer, and high chairs, baby changing and other family friendly activities available, Royal & Derngate is the perfect place to come and enjoy a magical family day out this half term.

For even more eggciting details, see page 30.

DROP IN CRAFT AND PLAY ACTIVITIES FREE

WORKSHOPS £5

TICKETS £6

MOVE, MAKE & DO! Workshop sessions for Under 5s and their families

SATURDAY 11.15AM – 12.15PM (term time only) Move, Make & Do sessions are run on a drop-in basis and offer a varied and funfocused programme that uses dance, music and art to create an hour of weekend fun for Under 5s and their grown-ups. Anything can happen in a Move, Make & Do session, from exploring the crazy rooms of a magical house, singing songs to sparkling fairies in mystical forests to learning the recipe for chimpanzee cupcakes; sessions encourage imaginative play that young people and their families can get thoroughly stuck into together.

The sessions are followed by free crafts and “messy play” activities.

TICKETS £5 PER CHILD, ACCOMPANYING ADULTS FREE

FREE CHILD’S SANDWICH FROM OUR ‘JUST’ RANGE WITH EVERY PURCHASE OF AN ADULT MEAL DEAL ON FAMILY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE DAYS.

DON’T MISS DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE (page 5) CHRIS AND PUI (page 34) LITTLE PRINCESS (page 40)

SPRING STORYTELLING EVENTS Programmed in collaboration with the Crick Crack Club

THU 16 FEBRUARY 8PM Love is blind, but marriage is a real eye-opener…

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THE LAB OF LOVE Tim Ralphs, Michael Harvey and Royal & Derngate Resident Storyteller Jo Blake Cave don their white coats and enter the mythological laboratory to consider the all powerful, all stupefying, all logic-defying, intoxicating thing called love. Join these three performance storytellers as they get right to the heart of the matter, probing and dissecting myth, folk and fairytale.

TICKETS £9.50 At The Black Bottom Club, George Row

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ON THE HEELS OF THE HOUND and THE GIFT THU 26 APRIL 8PM One brave scealai (myth-teller) will lure you into the fantastical world of Ancient Ireland. Claire Muireann Murphy brings you on this dark and ferocious journey where warriors leap with blinding frenzy, one-eyed monsters hunt the shores, and shape-shifters blur the line between this world and the ever-so-close otherworld.

Dominic Kelly melts down an adult fairy tale and pours it inside a crunchy contemporary shell. Young men face impossible tasks, young girls may lose their lives, and you can find the strangest things inside the ear of a horse. Comic and suspenseful this powerful performance explores responsibility - to ourselves and the next generation - and the consequences of walking away from it.

A stroll in the hills may never seem the same again.

TICKETS £9.50

At The Black Bottom Club, George Row

TUE 28 JUNE 8PM ‘How much do you love me?’. The Devils Violin present A Love Like Salt, three fabulous tales that have gripped us for hundreds of years - stories full of passion and longing, drama and danger, stories of love and lust, of life and death.

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A LOVE LIKE SALT

“A SCINTILLATING COMBINATION OF MUSIC, SOUND AND STORY” THE TIMES TICKETS £9.50

Recommended for ages 12 and above

At The Black Bottom Club, George Row

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MOSCOW CITY BALLET TUE 14 – SUN 19 FEBRUARY Tue & Wed – Romeo And Juliet Thu – Sun – Swan Lake Treat yourself to a sumptuous start to the New Year with Moscow City Ballet this February.

Performing two of the best loved ballets of all time, this sensational company combine artistry and technique with beautifully told narrative and a live orchestra to provide a night to remember.

These magical performances, with their extraordinary costumes and enchanting sets, are an ideal introduction to ballet for all the family.

“THE DANCERS ARE ELEGANT, SUPERBLY REHEARSED AND VERY SAVVY. BROUGHT THE HOUSE DOWN” SUNDAY EXPRESS

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Tue – Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm Sun 3pm TICKETS Tue – Fri Eves £33 £31 £29 £25 £21 Sat Eve, Sat & Sun Matinees £34 £32 £30 £26 £22 Wed Matinee £29 £27 £25 £21 £17

Valentine’s Special Champagne and chocolates £15

£3 off top three prices

WED 22 FEBRUARY 8PM Renowned for his razor sharp wit, boundless energy and expertly crafted cultural observations, British-born Iranian Omid Djalili’s original material explores the diversity of modern Britain, and he remains one of the most exciting entertainers on the circuit.

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OMID DJALILI

“PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST SUBVERSIVE, LET ALONE FUNNIEST, COMEDIANS AROUND” THE GUARDIAN TICKETS £20

THU 23 FEBRUARY 8PM Fresh from The Thick Of It, Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You and his sell-out 2010 tour, Chris Addison, the man who put the ‘Chris Addison’ into, “I see Chris Addison is touring again,” is touring again.

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CHRIS ADDISON

With his brand new show The Time Is Now, Chris Addison proves he is a top-class stand-up with a reputation to match.

“EXQUISITE, SUPER-SMART SOLO SHOW…GLORIOUSLY FUNNY” TIME OUT TICKETS £21

Recommended for ages 14 and above

THU 23 FEBRUARY 7.45PM

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SHOWSTOPPER! THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL A brand new musical is created from scratch at each performance of this award-winning production, which has played sell-out seasons in the West End and in Edinburgh. Help to create a show on the spot, as the allsinging, all-dancing cast improvise with unpredictable and hilarious results.

“TOP-CLASS. WORTH SEEING AGAIN AND AGAIN” HHHHH TIME OUT TICKETS £15

Recommended for ages 12 and above

FRI 24 FEBRUARY 8PM Back by popular demand, Beyond The Barricade recreates original West End and Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity and features a cast of past principal performers from the West End production of Les Misérables and the 25th Anniversary Concert at the 02 Arena.

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BEYOND THE BARRICADE

The show includes songs from Miss Saigon, Phantom Of The Opera, Blood Brothers and many more, climaxing with a spectacular finale from Les Misérables!

TICKETS £20.50 £18.50

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HARDEEP SINGH KOHLI INDIAN TAKEAWAY

FRI 24 FEBRUARY 7.45PM Everyone loves a curry - after all, it is Britain’s national dish! Broadcaster, writer and Celebrity Masterchef finalist Hardeep Singh Kohli is back in Northampton and on a mission to find the best Indian takeaway in the UK. For his third national tour, Hardeep will order a takeaway live on stage for delivery to the theatre, having selected one from audience suggestions submitted via HardeepLive.com.

TICKETS £16

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Recommended for ages 14 and above

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FRI 24 FEBRUARY 7.30PM TheatreLab is run by AlterEgo Theatre Company and Royal & Derngate, and is a chance for local writers, directors, companies or groups to try out their work-in-progress in front of a supportive audience. The evening will be followed by a question and answer feedback session, designed to help participants with the development of their work.

TICKETS FREE

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RICHARD DURRANT SAT 25 FEBRUARY 7.45PM Maverick concert guitarist Richard Durrant follows last year’s successful visit to Royal & Derngate with a show based on his latest album, celebrating the life and music of Augustin Barrios. Including music by Django Reinhardt, Claude Debussy and Los Paraguayos, it features animation and film projected behind Richard as he plays.

“ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST ACCOMPLISHED AND EXPERIMENTAL PLAYERS” GUITARIST MAGAZINE TICKETS £15

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RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC SAT 25 FEBRUARY 8PM A nostalgic evening of breathtakingly outstanding musicianship and the ultimate tribute to one of rock ‘n’ roll history’s most truly remarkable bands. Rumours replicate perfectly the power and subtlety of timeless classics such as Albatross, Go Your Own Way, Dreams, Little Lies, Everywhere and many more.

“AN EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE” MICK FLEETWOOD TICKETS £24.50

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“EXHILARATING, ENTRANCING, TERRIFIC” THE INDEPENDENT

Mon – Thu Eves 8pm Fri 5.30pm & 9pm Sat 4pm & 8pm

MON 27 FEBRUARY – SAT 3 MARCH Stomp, the British theatrical sensation that has become a true phenomenon, comes to Royal & Derngate in February to celebrate an astonishing 20 years of bringing foot-stamping, fingerdrumming, adrenalin-rushing joy to audiences across the globe.

If you have never experienced Stomp then this is your chance to see why this breathtaking show continues to thrill audiences worldwide. With a universal language of rhythm, theatre, comedy and dance, eight performers use everything from Zippo lighters and plastic bags to bin lids and even the kitchen sink to hammer out an explosively feel-good rhythm.

“PURE STAGE MAGIC, YOU’LL BE DANCING IN YOUR SEATS” SUNDAY TELEGRAPH “IF YOU HAVEN’T SEEN STOMP, GO! IF YOU HAVE SEEN IT, TAKE SOMEONE WHO HASN’T AND SHARE THE PLEASURE” BOSTON HERALD

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TICKETS Mon – Thu Eves & Sat 4pm £27 £25 £22 £17 £15 Fri & Sat Eve £29.50 £27.50 £23.50 £19 £15 Fri 5.30pm £19 £16 £15

£3 off top three prices (excl. Fri 5pm)

Family Offer Ice creams, bag of sweets to share & programme £8

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA

A ROYAL EXCHANGE THEATRE, MANCHESTER AND LYRIC HAMMERSMITH PRODUCTION

MOGADISHU TUE 28 FEBRUARY – SAT 3 MARCH

Following its world première and sell-out runs at the Lyric Hammersmith and Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester, Mogadishu arrives at Royal & Derngate to explore the clash of youth, class, race and justice.

“THE PLAY OF THE YEAR? QUITE POSSIBLY”

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Tue – Sat Eves 7.45pm Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm WED 29 FEB THU 1 MAR

Set in an inner-city school, the play follows the story of a wellintentioned white teacher, who finds herself the victim when caught up in a school yard fight. While trying to protect a black student from exclusion, the tables are turned as he convinces his friends to spin a story of lies accusing her of racial assault.

TICKETS Tue – Fri Eves £22.50 £19.50 £18.50 £14.50 £8.50

Written by Vivienne Franzmann and directed by Matthew Dunster (The Two Gentleman Of Verona at Royal & Derngate), Mogadishu has won the George Devine Award, Bruntwood Playwriting Competition and was nominated for Best New Play at the Theatre Awards UK 2011.

Thu & Sat Matinees £14.50 £8.50

“A TOUGH, GRIPPING SPECTACLE... YOU CAN’T FAULT DUNSTER’S PRODUCTION” THE GUARDIAN “A STARTLING DEBUT... THE YOUNG CAST ARE REMARKABLE” THE TIMES Recommended for ages 14 and above

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Sat Eve £24.50 £21.50 £20.50 £18.50 £10.50

2 for the price of 1 on top two price bands (Tue 28 only) £3 off top three price bands at other times (excl. Mats)

SUN 4 MARCH 7.30PM Hayley Westenra’s debut album Pure, which she recorded when she was just 16 years old, has sold more than four million copies worldwide and earned the soprano the accolade of the biggest selling classical artist of the 21st Century. We are delighted to welcome her back to Northampton after sell-out success here in 2008, to celebrate the release of her latest album Paradiso.

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TICKETS £27.50

THU 8 MARCH 8PM For the first time Jon Culshaw and Debra Stephenson, stars of the hugely successful BBC TV show are taking to the road.

Hot on the heels of their new TV series, this fantastic live show will feature many of your favourite characters. Book now for what promises to be an evening of great fun and laughter in the company of two of the best impressionists in the business.

TICKETS £26

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THE IMPRESSIONISTS SHOW

Recommended for ages 14 and above

FRI 9 MARCH 7.30PM Premier rock ‘n’ roll legend Joe Brown has just seen his Very Best Of album achieve a Gold Record for a massive 100,000 sales and take up residency in the UK charts for eight weeks. In September 2008, his 50th anniversary was celebrated with a wonderful sell-out show at the Royal Albert Hall.

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Packed with timeless classics, rockabilly, gospel, country, folk and rock ‘n’ roll, all interwoven with Joe’s effervescent delivery and humorous reminiscences, this eclectic, sensational show is a musical journey not to be missed.

TICKETS £22

SAT 10 MARCH 8PM What can a sexless middle-aged married man, whose life now consists mainly of watching Scooby Doo cartoons with a four year old boy, possibly find to write comedy about?

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Formerly stand-up's youthful iconoclast, director, writer and performer Stewart Lee (Jerry Springer The Opera) now gawps blankly at News 24 as Britain burns down around him. Once he lived on the pleasure planet. Now he is trapped in Carpet Remnant World. And so are you.

TICKETS £18.50

Recommended for ages 14 and above

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NMPAS WIND BAND SPECTACULAR SUN 11 MARCH 7.30PM Presented by Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Service, Wind Band Spectacular features the County Junior Wind Orchestra, the County Training Wind Orchestra and the award winning Northamptonshire County Youth Concert Band. Come and hear some of the County’s finest young musicians in this celebration of the best of music for Symphonic Wind Orchestra.

TICKETS £11.50 £10.50 £9.50

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CIRCUS OF HORRORS WED 14 MARCH 7.30PM The show that rocked Britain’s Got Talent is back with a new aweinspiring and jaw-dropping sensation Ventriloquist. With a brilliant cast, Circus Of Horrors features some of the greatest, most bizarre & beautiful circus acts on earth.

“FANTASTIC, THAT’S WHAT I CALL ENTERTAINMENT. I WANT TO PARTY WITH YOU GUYS” DAVID HASSELHOFF TICKETS Recommended for ages 16 and above £24 £21 £18 £11

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1 BEACH ROAD WED 14 MARCH 7.45PM With the unstoppable encroachment of the shoreline, the sea swallows the row of bungalows and eats its way to the back door of 1 Beach Road, while the inhabitants refuse to budge.

A tale of friendship and defiance, physical theatre company RedCape Theatre's 1 Beach Road explores the metaphorical connections between Alzheimer's and coastal erosion, and asks: what is it like to lose everything - your home and your memories?

TICKETS £12

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FASCINATING AÏDA THU 15 MARCH 7.30PM Three times Olivier Award-nominated and now global internet sensation, Fascinating Aïda are still Britain’s best comedy cabaret trio.

This brand new Cheap Flights Tour will include several numbers hot off the press, plus a few old favourites including their infamous anthem to budget travel, Cheap Flights (more than 7 million hits on YouTube).

“THE GLAMOUR IS MAGNETIC, THE SATIRE RAZOR-SHARP" THE GUARDIAN TICKETS £19

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Girls Night Out Wine & Sweets £14

FRI 16 MARCH 7.30PM 2012 is a major landmark year for The Dubliners. It marks the 50th Anniversary of the founding of the band in O’Donoghues Pub on Merrion Row in Dublin’s fair city.

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THE DUBLINERS 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

You would think that after 50 years of travelling the world, that these icons of the Irish folk scene might want to take it easy, but think again.

They travel. They turn up. They play. That’s just what they do. That’s what they have always done. The Dubliners play. And boy can they play.

TICKETS £21

St Patrick's Day Pint of Guinness £3

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SAT 17 MARCH 7.30PM Following extraordinary reviews for his best selling debut album, The Guitar, and hot on the heels of sensational performances at iTunes Festival, Cheltenham Festival, Brighton Festival and from making his Carnegie Hall debut, charismatic young classical guitarist Miloš Karadaglic comes to Royal & Derngate as part of his major UK tour.

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“CLASSICAL GUITAR HAS A NEW HERO” DAILY TELEGRAPH TICKETS £23 £19

SUN 18 MARCH 7.30PM Following their 2011 sold out tour, The Australian Pink Floyd Show is out on the road again with their new show Exposed In The Light. The band were described by Floyd drummer Nick Mason on BBC 5 Live as “very good, probably better than we are” and were even engaged by David Gilmour to perform at his 50th birthday celebration.

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THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW

“THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD SHOW IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS” NEWS OF THE WORLD TICKETS £30.50

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AN INSTINCT FOR KINDNESS SAT 17 MARCH 7.45PM In November 2010, Chris Larner accompanied his chronically ill wife to Switzerland’s Dignitas clinic. He came home with an empty wheelchair and a story to tell.

This candid, moving, and bittersweet show won a coveted Scotsman Fringe-First Award after its première at Edinburgh Fringe 2011.

"STORYTELLING OF A VERY HIGH ORDER” HHHH THE TIMES TICKETS £16

Recommended for ages 14 and above

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SWEET WILLIAM SUN 18 MARCH 7.45PM In his acclaimed one man show, one of Britain’s leading actors Michael Pennington takes you on a vivid journey through the life and work of William Shakespeare, celebrating the man and illuminating his plays.

“YOU ARE MESMERISED. THIS SHOW IS A GEM. IF I WEREN'T A SHAKESPEARE JUNKIE, PENNINGTON WOULD HAVE TURNED ME INTO ONE” SUNDAY TIMES TICKETS £15

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THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON BA (HONS) ACTING

HOW TO DISAPPEAR COMPLETELY AND NEVER BE FOUND

BY FIN KENNEDY DIRECTED BY RIA PARRY TUE 27 MARCH 7.45PM What makes you who are you? A name? A memory? Other people? A young man reaches breaking point and attempts to escape the system.

TICKETS £16

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THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTHAMPTON BA (HONS) ACTING

TITUS ANDRONICUS

BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE DIRECTED BY JACK MCNAMARA WED 28 MARCH 7.45PM “I’ll find a day to massacre them all...

And make them know what ‘tis to let a queen kneel in the streets, and beg in vain.”

TICKETS £16

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WED 21 – SUN 25 MARCH Following the sensational Peter Pan On Ice last year, a dazzling and jaw-dropping evening awaits as the internationally acclaimed Russian Ice Stars take to the ice once more in a truly magical production of the well-loved fairytale, Cinderella.

Some of the world’s finest skaters glide and swirl their way through this enchanting story, loved by all ages. The high-speed combination of extraordinary skating, breathtaking aerial feats, superb sets and colourful costumes, all beautifully staged on a real ice rink, will leave you mesmerised.

A magical treat for the whole family – don’t miss it.

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THE BOOTLEG BEATLES TUE 27 MARCH 7.30PM Neil Harrison (Bootleg John Lennon), Andre Barreau (Bootleg George), David Catlin-Birch (Bootleg Paul) and Hugo Degenhardt (Bootleg Ringo) return to Royal & Derngate.

Faithfully re-creating The Beatles’ meteoric rise from The Cavern in Liverpool, sit back and enjoy The Bootleg Beatles’ note-perfect renditions, spectacular costume changes and a visually stunning video backdrop.

TICKETS £26

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THE SOLID SILVER '60s THU 29 MARCH 7.30PM The UK’s original and premier ’60s show is back celebrating 27 sensational years. Hear the classic hits performed by the original hit makers.

Bringing together the unforgettable talents of Peter Noone, Chris Montez, Brian Hyland and Brian Poole, all backed by Vanity Fare, you can expect your favourite ‘60s hits. This concert includes Let’s Dance, Sealed With A Kiss, Do You Love Me?, Twist and Shout and many more.

TICKETS £24.50

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LIMELIGHT THEATRE SCHOOL FAME AND DESTINY 2012 SUN 1 APRIL 1PM & 5PM The pupils of Limelight Theatre School are back once again after their sell out shows last year with another show-stopping performance.

Join them as they journey in their time machine and see what further adventures they embark upon. With plenty of foot tapping songs for you to enjoy, Fame And Destiny 2012 is a must for the whole family.

TICKETS £13.50

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ESME’S EGGSTRAORDINARY EGGSTRAVAGANZA THU 5 – SAT 8 APRIL 10AM, 12PM, 2.30PM, 4.30PM Come and join a whole host of eggciting characters as they attempt to solve the mystery of Esme the Easter Bunny’s missing Easter eggs! As you journey around the theatre on your quest, you might be lucky and find Egg Tokens along the way, or you might need to use your craft skills to earn them. Tokens can be swapped for real chocolate at the Easter Eggxchange – but only if you manage to solve Esme’s eggy mystery!

TICKETS £6

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CIRQUE DU CIEL

ROYAL & DERNGATE YOUTH THEATRE

SHANGHI

FRI 6 & SAT 7 APRIL EVES 7.30PM MATINEES 2.30PM With over 30 amazingly multi-talented and skilled performers, ShangHi by Cirque Du Ciel combines acrobatics, modern dance, martial arts, original music and many other traditional and modern Chinese elements in an amazing fantasy adventure, the next generation of Cirque du Soleil.

With over 500 superb costumes, intricate scenery and fantastic lighting, this stunning production showcases the skills of some sensational performers in a dizzying mix of balancing, tumbling, spinning, and brilliant live drumming.

Miss this and you will miss the most daring and breathtaking family entertainment show of the year!

“PREPARE TO BE AMAZED, PREPARE TO BE STUNNED, AND PREPARE TO BE ENTHRALLED – BUT, MOST OF ALL, PREPARE TO BE ENTERTAINED” WHAT’S ON STAGE

Family Offer Ice creams, bag of sweets to share & programme £8

CARMEN: BIZET REMIXED WED 11 – SAT 14 APRIL EVES 8PM SAT MATINEE 4PM How would you choose between love and duty?

Against the turbulent backdrop of a country under occupation, a young soldier is torn between passion and responsibility. Bound by family loyalty and professional honour but captivated by the beautiful and fiery Carmen, his struggle to determine his future threatens to tear not only him, but his whole community, apart.

Performed by an extraordinary cast of young people and a professional band, this bold retelling of Bizet's blistering opera propels the classic story into the present and transforms the famous score into a stunning contemporary soundtrack; hear the stirring Toreador song transformed into an indie anthem by rock guitar and heavy drum beats, and the sensual Habanera revolutionised into a feisty pop track fit for Rihanna.

In an age when young people face more pressures than ever before, this electrifying new production – created especially by Royal & Derngate's Youth Theatre – forces us to question how the choices we make define us, and what the fall out might be for the people we love.

TICKETS Eves £22.50 £20.50 £18.50 £16.50 £14.50 Matinees £20.50 £18.50 £15.50 £13.50 £11.50

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A ROYAL & DERNGATE CO-PRODUCTION WITH DANIEL SCHUMANN AND LEE DEAN

LADIES IN LAVENDER based on the film written and directed

by Charles Dance adapted for the stage by Shaun McKenna from a short story by William J. Locke

Director Robin Lefevre Designer Liz Ashcroft Lighting Designer Mick Hughes Eves 7.45pm (excl. Tue 10 Apr 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (excl. Sat 7 Apr) WED 17 APRIL THU 18 APRIL

FRI 6 – SAT 21 APRIL An evocative, heart-warming story of unfulfilled dreams and unrequited love Based on the hit film screenplay by Charles Dance starring Judi Dench and Maggie Smith, and on the original short story by William J Locke, Ladies In Lavender tells the tale of two sisters Ursula and Janet who live in a close-knit fishing village in picturesque Cornwall, in 1936.

When a handsome and talented young Polish-Jewish violinist bound for America is washed ashore, the Widdington sisters take him under their wing and nurse him back to health. However, the presence of the mysterious young man disrupts their peaceful lives and the community in which they live.

With a star cast to be announced, the production features the exquisite music from the film composed by Nigel Hess for which he won a Classical Brit award.

TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £23 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28) Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

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HISTORY OF THE BIG BANDS

CHRIS & PUI

PAUL MERTON

FRI 13 APRIL 11.30AM & 1PM

SAT 14 APRIL 8PM

THU 12 APRIL 7.30PM

CBeebies’ favourite double-act are coming back to town!

History Of The Big Bands features a magnificent 16piece big band and a series of first class soloists. Taking audiences on a magical musical journey, led by the talented and charismatic Andy Abraham, this exciting new show revisits the very best of the swing era.

Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee have been the main faces on CBeebies since it started and remain top of the tots with their new show, aired every weekday.

All the legendary music from the world’s greatest big band leaders is here, with influences including Harry James, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Woody Herman and Buddy Rich, to name a few.

Fresh from their hit show Show Me Show Me, you can see them live and have a giggle with them too in their fabulous new roadshow packed with fantastic songs, games and a few surprises along the way.

IDEA EAST L HOLI ER DA TREA Y T

OUT OF MY HEAD

Discover the bizarre workings of Paul Merton’s brain, as he muses on the mighty behemoth that is his noggin.

Paul returns to his stand-up roots for the first time this century, away from the Have I Got News For You desk, proving he’s got legs.

A night of sketches, music, magic, variety and dancing girls (two of them aren’t girls), with Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster.

"THEY WERE QUITE MARVELOUS...AN EVENING OF EXTRAORDINARY INTELLECTUAL BRILLIANCE" OXFORD TIMES ON PAUL MERTON’S IMPRO CHUMS Recommended for ages 14 and above

Children’s Activity Offer Food & Fun £4.50

TICKETS £23

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DANCING IN THE STREETS

PUCCINI’S

SUN 15 APRIL 7.30PM

SAT 21 APRIL 7.30PM

After wowing audiences all over the UK and spending three years in London’s West End, Dancing In The Streets is back!

This is a sparkling new production directed by Ellen Kent, boasting stunning designs, sumptuous sets and glorious costumes

FREDDY KEMPF’S BEETHOVEN PIANO SERIES PART 2

Experience the energy, the excitement, the emotion and the electricity of Motown in this spectacular celebration of classic music from the heart of the Motor City – Detroit!

La Boheme is one of the most romantic operas ever written.

A Puccini masterpiece, it tells the tragic tale of the doomed, consumptive Mimi and her love for a penniless writer.

Including classic hits I Heard It Through The Grapevine, Signed Sealed Delivered I’m Yours, Stop In The Name Of Love and many more.

This classic tale of Parisian love and loss, features many famous arias including Your Tiny Hand Is Frozen, They Call Me Mimi and Muzetta’s Waltz.

LA BOHEME

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SUN 22 APRIL 7.30PM Beethoven Fidelio Overture Beethoven Piano Concerto No.4 Beethoven Piano Concerto No.5 ‘Emperor’ Piano / Conductor Freddy Kempf Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Acclaimed pianist Freddy Kempf returns for the second part of his Beethoven series, completing this collection of the composer’s five sublime piano concertos.

This production will be sung in Italian with English surtitles.

Part One received a sensational public response in September – you won't want to miss this.

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CHRIS DEAN’S SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA CARRY ON SWINGING THU 26 APRIL 7.30PM Once again, Chris Dean’s Syd Lawrence Orchestra has struck gold bringing you an enormously enjoyable evening of tuneful entertainment.

These musicians are sure to please long time fans of big band music and there’s further fun to be had, courtesy of mischievous leader Chris Dean.

THE OSMONDS

GAGGING ORDER

For over five decades The Osmond Brothers have been entertaining sold out crowds throughout the world, broken countless box office records and received numerous awards including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

SAT 28 APRIL 8PM

The tour will take fans on a journey through their many unforgettable hits - from classics such as One Bad Apple, Down By The Lazy River, Let Me In and Love Me For A Reason to Crazy Horses and Long Haired Lover From Liverpool.

The hits just keep coming.

You cannot help but tap your feet and jig along in your seats to the music of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Billy May, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and many, many more.

TICKETS £19

JIMMY CARR

FRI 27 APRIL 7.30PM

Jimmy Carr is back by popular demand with his brand new tour.

“A MASTERCLASS IN COMEDY… DEVASTATING, TASTELESS TWO-LINERS THAT ARE BLISS TO LISTEN TO… CARR’S PERSONA IS IRRESISTIBLE AND HIS WISECRACKS HAVE YOU QUIVERING WITH SATISFACTION” THE GUARDIAN “JIMMY CARR IS A WORLD CLASS COMEDIAN… I ENVY HIS BRILLIANCE WITH WORDS” THE INDEPENDENT Recommended for ages 16 and above

TICKETS £30.50 £28.50 With Meet and Greet: £96 Limited availability

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MON 30 APRIL – SAT 5 MAY The No.1 greatest musical, Grease, arrives at Royal & Derngate for just one week only!

Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and take a trip to a simpler time as ‘bad boy’ Danny and ‘the girl next door’ Sandy fall in love all over again.

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.

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!’

Mon – Thu Eves 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 5pm & 8pm WED 2 MAY THU 3 MAY TICKETS Mon – Thu Eves £32.50 £27.50 £22.50 £17.50 £13 Fri & Sat Eves & Sat 5pm £35 £30 £25 £20 £15 Fri 5.30pm £26.50 £21.50 £16.50 £11.50

£3 off (excl. Sat Eve & Fri 5.30pm)

“A FEEL-GOOD, PICK-ME-UP MUSICAL” SUNDAY EXPRESS

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WE’LL MEET AGAIN THE DIAMOND JUBILEE SHOW SUN 6 MAY 2.30PM Back again by public demand, a brand new show starring Marilyn Hill Smith, from the West End tour of The Sound Of Music, together with an allstar cast including comedian Adam Daye.

NATIONAL THEATRE CONNECTIONS MON 30 APRIL – SAT 5 MAY National Theatre Connections is a nationwide celebration of new writing and young theatre talent. Royal & Derngate is one of 20 venues across the UK, from Bristol to Belfast, hosting a showcase festival of performances from our region as part of Connections.

The show brings the spirit of the wartime era alive, and recreates the music and memories that kept Britain smiling through her darkest days. Ideal music to celebrate the Queen’s diamond jubilee.

This year, the National Theatre has commissioned ten new plays with an international flavour. Written by some of the most exciting playwrights in the UK and beyond, these diverse stories range from the passionately political to the heartwarmingly funny.

Don’t miss your chance to be amongst the first to see these thrilling new works, performed by the rising theatrical stars of our region.

For more details about Royal & Derngate’s festival, visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk/creativeprojects For more information about the Connections programme visit www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/connections TICKETS £6 per day

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THE HILARIOUS BACKSTAGE STORY OF THE MAKING OF WHATEVER HAPPENED TO BABY JANE?

WED 9 MAY

A PLAY BY ANTON BURGE, DIRECTED BY BILL ALEXANDER

THU 10 MAY

TUE 8 – SAT 12 MAY Renowned actresses Anita Dobson and Greta Scacchi step into the shoes of legendary rivals Bette Davis and Joan Crawford as their 30-year feud reaches boiling point.

In Anton Burge’s new comedy, two Hollywood stars whose careers have hit rock bottom, are thrown together for the filming of the now classic film Whatever Happened To Baby Jane? The highs, the lows, the tantrums, are all exposed during this great night out at the theatre.

The movie propelled them both back to stardom, but will they ever speak to each other again?

TICKETS Tue – Thu & Sat Matinee £24.50 £20.50 £19.50 £15.50 £9.50 Fri & Sat Eves £25.50 £22.50 £21.50 £17.50 £11.50 Thu Matinee £15.50 £9.50

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“FUNNY AND SHARP” THE TIMES “GREAT ENTERTAINMENT” HHHH DAILY EXPRESS

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STEWART FRANCIS SAT 12 MAY 7.30PM Comedian Stewart Francis, star of Mock The Week, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and Live At The Apollo, is bringing his new show to Northampton.

Known for his deadpan delivery of killer one-liners, the Canadian-born comic will be familiar to many live comedy fans after he supported Ricky Gervais on his mammoth Science tour.

“GAGS ARE RAZOREDDOWN ONE-LINERS WITH DISARMING SET-UPS LURCHING INTO TWISTED AND BITTER PAY-OFFS” SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY

Recommended for ages 14 and above

THU 17 – SAT 19 MAY THU 11AM & 2PM, FRI & SAT 10AM & 12PM Come and join Little Princess in the theatrical premiere of her hit children’s book and television series.

The Kingdom is brimming with excitement as it seems everyone has something to celebrate. King and Queen, Admiral and General and even Chef and Maid have all invited Little Princess to tea and Little Princess has said yes to everyone! But how can she be at three parties at once?

Be part of the music and action as Little Princess, Puss and Scruff and all her friends discover the best ways to celebrate together.

"HILARIOUS AND A GODSEND TO PARENTS" THE GUARDIAN ON THE MILLION-SELLING BOOKS Recommended for ages 2 and above

TICKETS £19.50

TICKETS £10

Children’s Activity Offer Food & Fun £4.50

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TUE 15 – SAT 19 MAY From Stephen Daldry, the Oscar nominated Director of The Reader, The Hours and one of Britain’s best-loved films Billy Elliot, comes the multi award-winning production of J.B. Priestley’s classic thriller An Inspector Calls – direct from its fourth West End season.

Hailed as the theatrical event of our generation, winning more awards than any other play in history, this landmark production from the National Theatre has thrilled audiences in the West End, on Broadway and throughout the world with its epic and wildly imaginative staging, raw emotion, evocative score, lashing rain and chilling suspense.

When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and challenge us all to examine our consciences.

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TUE 29 & WED 30 MAY As part of New Adventures’ 25th anniversary celebrations, Britain’s favourite choreographer (Swan Lake, Nutcracker!, Edward Scissorhands) presents a triple bill of acclaimed early works that launched his career.

Spitfire ‘An advertisement divertissement’, was Matthew Bourne’s first hit in 1988, hilariously placing the most famous 19th Century ballet showstopper in the world of men’s underwear advertising.

Town And Country from 1991 gave Bourne and his company their first Olivier nomination. It is remembered as the piece that crystallized the Bourne style; gloriously witty and ironic, but also strangely moving and heartfelt. It explores notions of national character from a bygone era through the evocative music of Edward Elgar and Noel Coward, amongst others.

The Infernal Galop was inspired by icons of France in the '30s and '40s. This is France as seen by the uptight English imagination, with all the traditional clichés joyously paraded for our entertainment, and climaxing in Offenbach’s inevitable Can-Can!

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“SERIOUSLY BEAUTIFUL CHOREOGRAPHY” TIME OUT 1991 ON TOWN AND COUNTRY

Eves 7.30pm Wed Matinee 2.30pm TICKETS £23 £21

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Champagne & Chocolates £15

MADE IN NORTHAMPTON 2012 SUBSCRIPTION SEASON

FESTIVAL OF CHAOS I am delighted to introduce a key part of this year’s Made In Northampton 2012 Season, Festival of Chaos (Friday 18 May – Saturday 28 July). This festival of work brings three fresh new adaptations of classic plays to the stage – Euripides’ The Bacchae, Federico Garcia Lorca’s Blood Wedding, and Hedda Gabler by Henrik Ibsen.

As an additional honour, the festival has been chosen to feature as part of the Cultural Olympiad’s London 2012 Festival, a 12-week nationwide celebration of the best in UK arts.

In re-imagining these three plays, Festival Of Chaos explores the enduring relevance of the god Dionysus. As the embodiment of dance, ecstasy and chaos, Dionysus is a symbol of the raw, primal urges that are often in conflict with civilising forces of order and control. Artists have long been fascinated with how these opposing human impulses collide, epitomised in the great tragedies from the Ancient Greeks onwards.

The Festival examines the forgotten power of Dionysus, and invites him back to tear apart the comfort and conventions of our material world. Played out across the ages, and across continents, it takes us from the birthplace of the Olympics to the claustrophobia of 19th Century Scandinavia, and via rural Spain to a money-hungry city increasingly out of touch with its roots.

I am personally thrilled to have the opportunity to direct all three of these plays, and to be working with such extraordinary theatremakers in doing so. I do hope that you’ll join us on this journey and consider all of the benefits that becoming a subscriber to our Made In Northampton season affords.

Best wishes

Laurie Sansom Artistic Director

THE BACCHAE

BLOOD WEDDING

HEDDA GABLER

FRI 18 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

FRI 25 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

FRI 6 – SAT 28 JULY

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

THE BACCHAE

by Euripides A new adaptation by Rosanna Lowe

FRI 18 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE A startling new version of Euripides’ Greek tragedy The Bacchae opens the trilogy and explores a society teetering on the brink of revolution.

Staged in a secret location in Northampton and featuring a spectacular original score, audiences are plunged into an unforgiving story of a modern city built on money and corporate greed, and exposed to a frenzied and theatrical world where Dionysus himself returns to take revenge on those that have forgotten him.

Playwright Rosanna Lowe has previously collaborated with Artistic Director Laurie Sansom on Elektra at Cambridge Arts Theatre. Her work for Royal & Derngate has included an adaptation of Madame Bovary.

Please note: The Bacchae will not be performed in the Royal auditorium but in an accessible, secret location in Northampton. Full details will be provided shortly.

Director Laurie Sansom Designer Rhys Jarman Lighting Designer Philip Gladwell Sound Designer Christopher Shutt Eves 7.45pm Thu & Sat Matinees 3pm (excl Thu 31 May 2.30pm) Blood Wedding and The Bacchae are performed in rotation. See page 43 for full schedule.

MON 11 JUNE TUE 12 JUNE TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £23 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28) Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

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WORLD PREMIERE

FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

BLOOD WEDDING

by Federico Garcia Lorca A new adaptation by Tommy Murphy

Director Laurie Sansom Designer Oliver Townsend Lighting Designer Philip Gladwell Sound Designer Christopher Shutt Eves 7.45pm (excl. Thu 31 May 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 3pm

FRI 25 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE Love, violence, desperation and betrayal combine in Federico Garcia Lorca’s poetic and potent tragedy Blood Wedding, which sees two young people on the eve of their wedding day.

With Dionysus lurking in the shadows and a history of bloodshed pulsing through the veins of their tiny, rural community, the wedding party disintegrates, re-igniting the flames of a family feud.

One of the world’s most exciting young writers, the award-winning Tommy Murphy brings his trademark wit and irreverence to Lorca’s classic play. His production Holding The Man opened in London’s West End in 2010 after its previous run at Sydney Opera House.

"TOMMY MURPHY'S ADAPTATION IS AN ACT OF URGENT REMEMBRANCE. AN UNFLINCHING, DEVASTATING, MOVING AND FUNNY REANIMATION” SYDNEY MORNING HERALD ON HOLDING THE MAN

Blood Wedding and The Bacchae are performed in rotation.

See page 43 for full schedule.

WED 13 JUNE THU 14 JUNE TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £23 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28) Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

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COMING SOON DERNGATE

SIMON AMSTELL TUE 22 MAY 8PM The award-winning comedian, actor/screenwriter of Grandma’s House and presenter of Never Mind The Buzzcocks and Popworld, Simon Amstell returns with a brand new stand-up tour.

Intensely vulnerable and painfully honest, Amstell attempts again to heal himself in public, following 2009’s critically acclaimed Do Nothing.

“WHERE PHILOSOPHY COLLIDES WITH ANXIETY: WHERE HEIDEGGER MEETS WOODY ALLEN” THE GUARDIAN “PAINFULLY FUNNY” EVENING STANDARD Recommended for ages 14 and above

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NIGEL KENNEDY PLAYS BRAHMS

THE SOUNDS OF THE SUPREMES

GALA CONCERT

SUN 17 JUNE 7.30PM

SAT 2 JUNE 7.30PM Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Nigel Kennedy’s mass appeal and unique talent has brought a fresh perspective to the classical music world, and his extraordinary and varied career has given him a remarkable reputation as the all-time, best selling classical violinist.

Brahms’ Violin Concerto is an ideal showpiece for such a charismatic performer from its noble opening movement and gorgeous central Adagio, to an energetic finale. Highly esteemed conductor Andrew Litton provides the perfect musical partner to Nigel Kennedy, and boasts a wealth of acclaimed performances.

The Supremes’ music personified the Motown sound that influenced a generation.

Since 1989 The Sounds Of The Supremes led by Kaaren Ragland (a former member of original Supreme Mary Wilson’s '70s/'80s group), have achieved a remarkable degree of worldwide success.

The Supremes’ music lives on today with The Sounds Of The Supremes performing chart topping hits such as Stop In The Name Of Love, You Can't Hurry Love, Back In My Arms Again and Baby Love.

PRE-CONCERT TALK 6.30pm Andrew Litton TICKETS £45 £40 £35 £30

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DERNGATE FROM THE TEAM THAT BROUGHT YOU DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS FEATURING THE CLASSIC HITS A Teenager In Love Sweets For My Sweet Viva Las Vegas Little Sister Save The Last Dance For Me and many more...

BILL KENWRIGHT AND LAURIE MANSFIELD PRESENT

DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS MEETS DIRTY DANCING IN AN ALL NEW ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MUSICAL

MON 25 – SAT 30 JUNE From the writers, producers, creators and director of the huge success that is Dreamboats And Petticoats, Save The Last Dance For Me will take you back through the ‘music and magic’ of the early ‘60s, a time when each passing week brought another rock ‘n’ roll classic.

Written by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran (Goodnight Sweetheart, Birds Of A Feather), and featuring the unmistakable music of Doc Pomus and Mort Shuman, this nostalgic, feel-good journey will transport you back to music’s golden era as we follow two teenage sisters through the summer of ‘63.

For the first time without their parents, the siblings embark on a holiday to the seaside. Full of freedom and high spirits they meet a handsome young American who invites them to a dance at the local U.S. Air force base... But young love and holiday romance is never as simple as it sounds, and the sisters soon realise that while the world around them is still watching itself in black and white, life and love can be much more colourful.

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Mon – Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat Matinees 2.30pm WED 27 JUN THU 28 JUN TICKETS Mon – Thu Eves & Sat Matinee £30 £26.50 £22.50 £17.50 £15.50 Fri & Sat Eve £32.50 £29.50 £24.50 £20.50 £16.50 Wed Matinee £26 £24 £16 £3 off top three prices (excl. Sat eve & Wed Mat)

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FESTIVAL OF CHAOS

HEDDA GABLER

by Henrik Ibsen A new adaptation by Andrew Upton

Director Laurie Sansom Designer Ruth Sutcliffe Lighting Designer Philip Gladwell

FRI 6 – SAT 28 JULY As explored through the Festival Of Chaos trilogy, the disruptive power of Dionysus is captured here within the heart of one of the most compelling women ever portrayed in literature.

Stifled by the boredom of her comfortable existence, Hedda Gabler finds herself caught in a claustrophobic marriage. Consumed by the burning desires within her, and haunted by a half-forgotten ghost ‘with vine leaves in his hair’, she sets out on a destructive path that pits her lust for drama and beauty against the social conventions of the day.

Co-Artistic Director of Sydney Theatre Company Andrew Upton's adaptation showcases all the danger and theatricality of Ibsen’s masterpiece, exploring in a fresh new way why this flawed heroine has captivated audiences for generations. It was seen on Broadway in 2006 starring Cate Blanchett in the title role, and now receives its European premiere in Northampton under the direction of Laurie Sansom. Upton’s recent work includes the critically acclaimed The White Guard at the National Theatre. Design is by Ruth Sutcliffe, who received a Theatre Award UK nomination alongside Lighting Designer Philip Gladwell for 2010’s exquisite The Duchess of Malfi at Royal & Derngate.

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Eves 7.45pm (excl. Tue 10 July 7pm) Thu & Sat Matinees 2.30pm (excl. Sat 7 July) TUE 24 JULY WED 25 JULY TICKETS Mon – Sat Eves £24 £23 £19 £13 (Premium Seats £28) Thu & Sat Matinees £19 £13 (Premium Seats £20)

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UNDERGROUND

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SAVE THE DATE

Royal & Derngate’s thriving comedy club returns to the Underground for another season with some of the hottest new names in comedy.

FUNDRAISING GALA SAT 29 SEPTEMBER Join us for another fantastic evening of entertainment while supporting the Future Fund at Royal & Derngate.

Doors 7.45pm

Last year’s event saw a night to remember with a drinks reception, a mouthwatering three-course dinner including wine, and fantastic performances live on stage.

Show 8.15pm

An array of sensational items and exclusive ‘money can’t buy’ experiences were up for auction and guests enjoyed the company of family, friends and colleagues while helping us raise money to ensure that the theatre continues to thrive.

FRI 20 JAN Andrew Bird Susan Murray Colin Owens

FRI 17 FEB Steve Best Danielle Ward Alfie Moore

FRI 16 MAR Pierre Hollins Sunna Jarman Paul Pirie

FRI 3 FEB James Dowdeswell Karen Bayley Luke Benson

FRI 2 MAR Paul Sinha Richard Morton Tom Craine

FRI 30 MAR Simon Fox Angie NcEvoy Matt Green

TICKETS £11.50 (advance) £12.50 (on the door)

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TICKETS £80 per person. £700 tables of 10

GROUP BOOKINGS

BACKSTAGE TOURS

NEW THIS SEASON

GROUP BOOKINGS It’s better with friends.

The only thing better than watching a great show is watching it with friends and family.

With Royal & Derngate’s unique Group Bookings service you can pre-arrange everything, from reserving tickets to preordering drinks, programmes and ice creams.

You can reserve seats, without obligation, as soon as a show goes on sale and we won’t ask you for any money until five weeks before your visit. This means that you can book more than one show and not worry about having to pay for them all at once.

Other Group Booker benefits include: • Dedicated Group Bookings phone line and advisor • No charge for debit or credit card payments • Priority mailing for the latest brochure • Exclusive Group Booker e-newsletter Whenever you see the green symbol next to a show, groups of 10 or more can make savings. If you haven’t brought a group to Royal & Derngate before, there has never been a better time with first time group seats available for just £15 on some shows. Group discounts this season are available on our most popular forthcoming shows including: Bette and Joan, Mogadishu, Save the Last Dance and Stomp.

So, if you are planning a celebration, or simply want a night out with some friends, call our dedicated Group Bookings Line today on 01604 620066 or e-mail group.bookings@ royalandderngate.co.uk to find out more.

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BACKSTAGE TOURS BEHIND THE CURTAIN Join our Resident Storyteller Jo Blake Cave for a unique backstage tour experience Behind The Curtain.

As well as an exploration of Royal & Derngate, our wonderful storyteller will guide you on a theatrical journey, exploring the colourful history of our theatre and discovering how our Made In Northampton productions are created. You may even meet our resident ghost along your way!

This experience can be enjoyed by anyone, including groups and schools. Behind The Curtain can conclude with afternoon tea and cake in our new cafe Eat and Drink, a wonderful way to relax after the tour. Why not purchase this as a unique gift experience for someone special?

TICKETS £10 per person £15 (incl. afternoon tea)

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YOUNG PEOPLE

FAMILIES

We regularly deliver project work in a range of different art-forms that is aimed at engaging vulnerable and hard to reach young people. We also have our own Youth Theatre groups that cover all ages and levels of experience.

Royal & Derngate is expanding our programme of work for children and families. We have regular events in Underground offering the very young a perfect introduction to theatre, and our magical Move, Make & Do sessions for Under 5s and their families run on a drop-in basis from 11.15am on Saturdays.

Royal & Derngate Youth Theatre gives young people from the age of 5 to 21 the opportunity to train and perform in a professional theatre environment. We offer weekly training sessions throughout term-time that include acting, storytelling, music and dance. We also stage productions varying from new musicals on the Royal stage to large scale promenade pieces and site-specific shows. Whether you want to be an actor, gain confidence or simply make new friends, please visit our website www.royalandderngate.co.uk/YouthTheatre to download an information pack.

With Family Friendly facilities and special family food offers, Royal & Derngate is the perfect place for a family day out.

For more information on all of our Family Friendly activities, please see page 18.

For more information on our work with families, please call 01604 655732 or email holly.mcbride@royalandderngate.co.uk

There is a fee of ÂŁ55 a term which covers participation in the weekly workshops and productions. Chance to Shine Bursaries are available to cover the full cost of membership in partnership with the Northamptonshire Community Foundation.

For more information please call 01604 655757 or email arts@royalandderngate.co.uk

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We offer a number of ways for members of the community to get involved with the theatre and the work we produce.

Royal & Derngate offer a wide variety of opportunities for schools, and regularly works in partnership with teachers and a wide range of delivering artists to provide programmes which are inspiring for participants, relevant to a range of subjects within the curriculum, as well as being supportive to the needs of the individual schools and classes.

Every week we run sessions for our Community Choir, The Actors Company and our discussion group for theatregoers, The Play’s The Thing.

We run regular workshops on storytelling, writing workshops and also offer tours of the theatre and post show talks on all of our Made In Northampton shows.

Our Resident Storyteller Jo Blake Cave will be offering an amazing opportunity for those with an interest in storytelling to develop and hone their skills via a six week workshop each Thursday starting 1 March 2012.

For information on this season’s TheatreLab, please see page 22. This offers a chance to perform and see work in progress in our Underground.

For additional information on any of our Community Groups, or to book a place on our Storytelling Workshops, please call 01604 655757 or email erica.martin@royalandderngate.co.uk

Current programmes include: • School Partnership Programme – a year long programme including tickets to a number of shows, show specific and bespoke workshops (designed on a school by school basis) • Show specific workshops for both produced and programmed shows • Bespoke one-off creative projects designed based on the needs of individual schools “ROYAL & DERNGATE’S WORK WITH SCHOOLS AND YOUNG PEOPLE IS NOTHING SHORT OF INSPIRING” TIM BOWLER, CARNEGIE AWARD WINNING AUTHOR For more information about our work with schools or how we can build closer relationships with yours, please contact our Arts Team via emailing arts@royalandderngate.co.uk

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business club

By associating your company with Royal & Derngate, you will benefit from a host of commercial and marketing opportunities with a potential to reach 300,000 audience members a year. Membership of the Royal & Derngate Business Club can be specifically tailored to match your company requirements whether your priorities are corporate entertaining, brand awareness, staff incentives or fulfilling your corporate social responsibilities.

There are many benefits of Business Club membership including free room hire, branding opportunities plus hospitality packages, and free tickets to entertain clients or reward staff.

We would like to thank our Business Club Members for their ongoing support:

WAYS TO SUPPORT US It may surprise you to learn that we are a registered charity, and whilst our imagination and inspiration is unlimited, the same cannot be said for our resources. From individual giving to sponsorship and legacy giving, there are various ways that individuals, groups or organisations can be involved:

name a seat Name a seat in our auditorium for a family member or loved one as a unique gift.

individual giving Donating even the smallest amount to Royal & Derngate makes a huge difference. Your donation will be help us to preserve and maintain our theatres, ensuring they remain as a vital arts resource for the community.

sponsorship Whether you are a company or an individual, we can tailor-make packages to sponsor shows, seasons, orchestral performances, creative projects or our youth theatre.

legacy giving Leave a legacy in your will, or arrange a rare and special gift in memory of a loved one. Name a special fund at Royal & Derngate and ensure that future generations can enjoy our work as much as you do.

artistic director’s circle Support the work on our stages by joining a group of likeminded supporters of the theatre in enjoying ‘money can't buy’ experiences, including an annual dinner hosted by Laurie Sansom.

For details on any of the above opportunities, please contact Jodie Mortern-Davies on 01604 655735 or email development@royalandderngate.co.uk

And now giving has never been easier, simply text THTR01 to 70070 stating the amount you would like to give. Donating even the smallest amount makes a huge difference and we are very grateful for your support.

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk |

From our friends at

We recently celebrated The Core’s first birthday. It was a moment to celebrate a fantastic first year, but also to look to the exciting future that lies ahead. Use your smart phone to scan this QR code and view our video featuring Year One highlights! This season, alongside our programme of entertainment and get involved activities, we are launching a series of cinema screenings.

SEE A SHOW

Highlights include:

New Art Club Quiet Act of Destruction Thu 9 February 7.30pm Experience the hilarious world of comedy duo Roden and Shenton, in Quiet Act Of Destruction, an energetic and side-splitting rampage through a placid Cambridgeshire village.

GET INVOLVED

Rich Hall Thu 1 March 7.30pm Star of the critically acclaimed BBC4 documentaries Rich Hall’s The Dirty South and How The West Was Lost, Edinburgh Fringe favourite and Perrier Award winner Rich Hall is back on the road.

Classic Cut Shobana Jeyasingh Dance Company Thu 22 March 7:30pm In celebration of their upcoming 25th birthday, world-renowned Shobana Jeyasingh Dance Company present Classic Cut and an intriguing new piece that draws on the colourful genre of classical Indian dance.

Highlights include:

Community Actors

Family

Play

An inclusive weekly drama group for local adults where everyone is welcome. Develop a range of performance skills while creating and rehearsing a short piece of original theatre.

There is also plenty for our Under 5s groups. First Beats plays with sound, First Moves introduces the very young to dance and Make And Do offers a variety of fun and creative activities to do as a family.

This monthly session, hosted

by Creative Director Chris Sudworth, is open house for artists and performers of all kinds to jam, rehearse, collaborate or create new work.

If you are on the Royal & Derngate mailing list already, let a member of Box Office know that you would also like to receive information about The Core at Corby Cube.

Ticket Office 01536 470470 www.thecorecorby.com |

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HOW TO BOOK PHONE Call 01604 624811 or visit the Box Office in person ONLINE Visit www.royalandderngate.co.uk and select your own seat EMAIL Email our Sales Advisors at box.office@royalandderngate.co.uk POST Royal & Derngate, Box Office, Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP OPENING TIMES The Box Office is open from 10am until 15 minutes after the last performance commences, closing at 6pm when there is no evening performance. On Sundays and Bank Holidays, it is open from 1 hour 30 minutes prior to the first performance commencing.

BOOKINGS A postal charge of 50p applies. All online and telephone bookings are subject to a £1.50 transaction fee, excluding Friends, Gold Supporters, Disabled Patrons, and Group Bookings. It does not apply to those booking in person at the Box Office and is only applicable per-booking and not perticket. It been introduced to support the running costs of Royal & Derngate. As ticket revenue is divided between many different parties, an increase in ticket prices may not necessarily benefit the theatre. By adding a small transaction charge, we ensure every penny goes directly to Royal & Derngate.

HOW TO FIND US Royal, Derngate and Underground are all accessed via our main entrance. This is situated on Swan Street, off Guildhall Road, in the centre of Northampton, approximately 15 minutes from the M1 and an hour from London by train.

If you are travelling by car, parking is available in the Albion Place and St John’s Surface and MultiStorey car parks, both managed by Northamptonshire County Council. All car parks have a £1 evening charge in effect from 5pm to 11.59pm (6pm in St John’s multi-storey). You can park for free on Sundays.

For SAT NAV devices, Albion Place Car Park is located at NN1 1UD and both St John’s Car Parks are located at NN1 1EQ. There are train and bus connections approximately 15 minutes walk from the theatre. You can also visit www.nationalrail.co.uk (Trains) or www.traveline.info (Buses)

ACCESS • Royal & Derngate has level access into the building and each auditoria, with a number of wheelchair spaces in each and lift access to each floor (excluding upper-circle). The alternate location for The Bacchae will be fully accessible.

• Sign Language Interpreted and Audio Described performances are indicated on the individual show pages. The Sennheiser Infra-red Enhanced Hearing System is available from the theatre shop.

To ensure that you purchase tickets in seats with optimum coverage, please check with Box Office at time of booking.

• To book, or if you have any queries, you can contact the box office using Text Relay. Just call 18001-01604-624811. Alternatively, you can use our new mobile service. Just text 07825 427492.

•G uide and hearing dogs are welcome and water can be provided. If you wish to take them into the auditorium, please let Box Office know when booking so that suitable seats can be allocated for you.

Large Print, Audio and Braille versions of this brochure are available on request. Please call 01604 624811.

CONDITIONS OF SALE Please note that we are unable to refund or exchange tickets. Boxes in the Royal Auditorium are sold subject to technical requirements and may not be available for purchase. Ticket reservations must be paid for within 4 days of booking (excluding Group Bookings). We are unable to reserve tickets without payment within the 7 days prior to the performance.

Please note: Information is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make any alterations to the programme, performers, times, ticket prices and Box Office opening hours. Every effort will be made to advertise changes in the local press. Some events or performances may be advertised in the national media prior to publication in the brochure and this is beyond the control of the Management.

Box Office 01604 624811 www.royalandderngate.co.uk |

DISCOUNTS & CONCESSIONS CONCESSIONS

GROUPS

Wherever you see , Under 16s, 60+, Students, Jobseekers and Disabled Patrons are entitled to the following discounts (excluding Sat evening and weekday matinees):

Wherever you see , Groups are entitled to the following discounts (excluding Fri & Sat evenings and weekday matinees):

£2 off top three prices

Parties 10+ £2 off top three prices Parties 20+ £3 off top three prices Parties 40+ £4 off top three prices

Disabled Patrons can also claim a free carer/ companion ticket

More information about Group Booking on page 53. Groups hotline 01604 620066.

SCHOOLS

FAMILY

Wherever you see , Schools will pay the following price (excluding Fri & Sat evenings):

Wherever you see a special price applies for your family group. Prices are highlighted on individual show pages. A family is classed as a maximum of 2 adults with 2 children.

£11 (plus one teacher’s seat free with every 10 tickets purchased)

The above represent our usual discounts, however there are a number of shows every season where slightly different concessions apply. Box Office will advise if these exceptions affect your tickets at time of booking.

FRIENDS & GOLD SUPPORTERS

REAL DISCOUNTS

Wherever you see

Wherever you see , a number of free or discounted tickets are available for 16 — 25 year olds. Ask Box Office for details.

members are entitled to the discounts highlighted within it.

Wherever you see members are entitled to claim £1 off per ticket.

Generously supported by The Constance Travis Charitable Trust

SUBSCRIBE & SAVE

SAVERS

Look at the pricing table on page 12 to see how much you could save by subscribing to our Made In Northampton season.

Wherever you see, or , linked discounting applies for more than one purchase.

Save £3 per ticket. Ask Box Office for details.

Only one concession applies per ticket. All concessions are subject to availability and some may only be available for a limited period. Proof of status will be required on the first purchase of a concessionary ticket and can be checked on any subsequent ticket purchase.

FUNDERS AND SUPPORTERS

Royal & Derngate is a trading name of The Northampton Theatres Trust Limited. Registered Charity Number 1075741. VAT No: 623532071

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Alice In Wonderland

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Cara Dillon The Burlesque Show

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The Gondoliers

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DERNGATE Aladdin

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Grimethorpe Colliery Band Alfie Boe

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RPO Spanish Fiesta

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The King And I

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Moscow City Ballet

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Johann Strauss Gala

Jeremy Hardy Oedipussy

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Moscow State Circus Anton And Erin

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Showstopper! The Improvised Musical Hardeep Singh Kohli: Indian Takeaway Richard Durrant

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Omid Djalili Chris Addison

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Beyond The Barricade

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Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac Stomp

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Mogadishu

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An Instinct For Kindness 7.45pm Sweet William 7.45pm

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Hayley Westenra The Impressionists Show Joe Brown Stewart Lee NMPAS Circus of Horrors Fascinating Aida The Dubliners 50th Anniversary Tour Milos The Australian Pink Floyd Show Cinderella On Ice

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Titus Andronicus

Ladies In Lavender

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The Bootleg Beatles

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The Solid Silver ’60s

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Limelight Theatre School Cirque Du Ciel Shanghi

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History Of The Big Bands Chris & Pui Paul Merton Dancing In The Streets

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That’ll Be The Day

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La Boheme Freddy Kempf’s Beethoven Piano Series Part 2 Syd Lawrence Orchestra The Osmonds Jimmy Carr Grease

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We’ll Meet Again Bette And Joan

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Stewart Francis An Inspector Calls

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Little Princess / An Inspector Calls

Simon Amstell Matthew Bourne’s Early Adventures RPO Nigel Kennedy Plays Brahms The Sounds Of The Supremes Save The Last Dance For Me

FESTIVAL OF CHAOS Blood Wedding and The Bacchae are performed in rotation (Fri 18 May – Sat 30 June). See page 43

THE BACCHAE

BLOOD WEDDING

HEDDA GABLER

FRI 18 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

FRI 25 MAY – SAT 30 JUNE

FRI 6 – SAT 28 JULY

Tue 06 Dec – Sun 08 Jan Fri 20 Jan Fri 03 Feb Sun 05 Feb Fri 17 Feb Fri 24 Feb

UNDERGROUND Down The Rabbit Hole Screaming Blue Murder Screaming Blue Murder Step Into My Shoes Screaming Blue Murder TheatreLab

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Screaming Blue Murder Screaming Blue Murder Screaming Blue Murder Esme’s Eggstraordinary Eggstravanza Carmen: Bizet Remixed

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