Swansea Grand Theatre Spring 2015 Brochure

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Fri 12 Dec - Sun 11 Jan Gwe 12 Rhag - Sul 11 Ion Full performance schedule available at

www.swanseagrand.co.uk Mirror Mirror on the wall - what’s the must-see panto of them all?

It’s Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs of course! Don't miss this spectacular, fun-packed, family pantomime. With comedy, singing, dancing, audience participation, stunning sets and costumes, this year's pantomime promises to be the biggest and best as always!

Produced by the same team that brought last year's smash hit production, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs promises top quality entertainment for all the family.

“It was amazing. An all-round family show with some great comedy.” South Wales Evening Post Supported locally by

Quote refers to Peter Pan 2013/14

£11.50 - £24.00 Selected concessions available on selected performances* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

Signed Performances Wed 7 Jan 7.00pm & Thurs 8 Jan 2.00pm

Audio Described Sat 3 Jan 2.00pm

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Wed 14 Jan Mer 14 Ion 7.30pm

Thurs 15 Jan Iau 15 Ion 7.30pm 16+

THE CIRCUS OF HORRORS THE NIGHT OF THE ZOMBIE The first circus to appear in the West End in a hundred years, The Circus of Horrors is celebrating its twentieth anniversary with a brand new show, The Night of the Zombie. Set in 2020 in a decrepit and corpse-ridden London, plagued by a swamp of zombies. The story twists and turns with grisly murders and sensational shocks, all interwoven with some of the most bizarre circus acts on earth: sword swallowers, a demon dwarf, a Guinness World Record holding ‘hairculian’ hair hanging beauty and much more.

£18.50 - £26.50 Early Bat Offer £3.00 off if booked before 21 Dec Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

BARRY STEELE’S ROY ORBISON AND FRIENDS ON TOUR Using original film footage, live streaming and backed by his fabulous band, Barry Steele recreates the magic of Roy Orbison. Add to the mix star guests celebrating the musical legacy of Elvis Presley and Jerry Lee Lewis, you have yourself a spectacular fusion of good old rock ‘n’ roll and contemporary musical genius all on one stage.

“True Identikit Brilliance” The Stage “The Caruso of Rock was back” Grimsby Telegraph “Roy Orbison was in the room” The Shropshire Star

£17.50 & £19.50 Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Sat 17 Jan Sad 17 Ion 7.30pm

Fri 16 Jan Gwe 16 Ion 7.30pm

16+

ABBA MANIA

JETHRO

It is forty years since ABBA won Eurovision and now it’s your chance to thank ABBA for the music! ABBA MANIA is now accepted as the world’s number one touring ABBA tribute production. If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music ever, then ABBA MANIA is for you!

One of the nation’s greatest and most popular comedians, Jethro has become something of a cult figure to theatregoers across the UK.

So dig out those platforms, dust down those flares and enjoy all of your favourites, including Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All, Super Trouper and many more.

His new tour brings tear-jerking, farcical stories featuring his old mates Denzil and Slip Along Trevaskis, as well as hilarious tales from a fabulously successful career in TV and theatre.

Cornwall’s best-loved comic takes a very alternative look at life in the way only he can.

Don’t miss it!

£18.00 & £20.00

£18.00 & £20.00

Selected concessions available*

Selected concessions available*

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Thurs 22 - Sat 24 Jan Iau 22 - Sad 24 Ion 7.00pm

Sat mat Sad 2.00pm

The Sir Harry Secombe Trust is proud to present Ghost The Musical, performed for the very first time at Swansea Grand Theatre.

The iconic film that starred Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore and Whoopi Goldberg is recreated on stage, portraying a moving tale of love, loss and letting go. Together with a musical score by Dave Stewart & Glen Ballard, including the classic Unchained Melody, you are guaranteed a night of drama, emotion, love and laughter.

Book & Lyrics by Bruce Joel Rubin Music & Lyrics by Dave Stewart & Glen Ballard Based on the Paramount Pictures film written by Bruce Joel Rubin Original West End production produced by Colin Ingram, David Garfinkle, Adam Silberman. Unchained Melody written by Hy Zaret and Alex North, courtesy of Unchained Melody Publishing LLC. By kind permission of Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

ÂŁ10.00 - ÂŁ14.00 Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Mon 26 - Sat 31 Jan Llun 26 - Sad 31 Ion 7.30pm

Thurs & Sat mat Iau & Sad 2.30pm

THE SENSA SENSATIONAL ATIONAL TION NEW SMASH HIT TIONAL

‘TERRIFIC Simon Beaufoy’s rip-roaring adaptation of his classic film

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In 1997, a British film about six out-of-work Sheffield steelworkers took the world by storm. Now they’re back.

And this time they really have to go The Full Monty.

Simon Beaufoy, the Oscar-winning writer of the film, has gone all the way with this hilarious and heartfelt adaptation that’s getting standing ovations every night.

With songs from the film by Donna Summer, Hot Chocolate and Tom Jones, this multi award-winning production is one huge package of laughs and emotion coming to Swansea Grand Theatre direct from London’s West End. Go on…drop everything and book today!

UK THEATRE AWARD WINNER – BEST TOURING PRODUCTION £12.00 - £30.00 Selected concessions available on selected performances* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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‘CHUFFING CHAMPION’ Daily Mail

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ANDREW LOUIS RUPERT DUNN HILL EMERICK

MARTIN BOBBY MILLER SCHOFIELD

‘CHUFFING BRILLIANT’ Daily Mail

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Wed 4 Feb Mer 4 Chwe 7.30pm

Thurs 5 Feb Iau 5 Chwe 7.30pm

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

MIKE DOYLE IN CONCERT

Recognised internationally as the leading tribute to Fleetwood Mac in their various incarnations. With founding member Mick Fleetwood's golden seal of approval, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac’s spectacular new stage production reflects on an epic journey of lasting relationships through changing eras and musical styles, from the exciting hub of the sixties London blues scene to staggering commercial success in the seventies and eighties, and beyond.

Join us for a night of hilarious comedy with the amazing voice of Wales’ premier entertainer, Mike Doyle. The British Comedy award-winning comic, West End star and BBC TV sensation delivers a night of pure musical excellence and belly-aching laughter that will refresh parts you never knew you had. Don’t miss his best show ever.

“An extraordinary emotive performance of Fleetwood Mac” Mick Fleetwood

£23.00 Golden seats £33.00 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

"Incredible!...received a 12 minute standing ovation, no wonder they call him the UK’s best all round entertainer” The Western Mail

£13.50 - £17.50 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Fri 6 Feb Gwe 6 Chwe 7.30pm

Sat 7 Feb Sad 7 Chwe 8.00pm 15+

KILLER QUEEN

ROSS NOBLE

Killer Queen has been performing its tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993.

Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned Killer Queen the title of Queen tribute royalty.

Thrilling sell-out audiences across the globe from the UK to Moscow, Killer Queen recreates the high energy, powerful phenomenon that was Queen live.

TANGENTLEMAN Following fourteen sell-out tours, the king of improvisational comedy is back with another mindblowing UK tour. Ross Noble will be showcasing his talent in a brand new UK show, Tangentleman.

With an on-stage presence like no other, his exuberance, spontaneity and cerebral style have established him as one of Britain’s best-loved comedians. The master surrealist uses an infinite imagination and plenty of tomfoolery, which is sure to have audiences in fits of laughter.

“This guy is not to be missed” Editor www.BrianMay.com Official Brian May Website

£19.50 & £22.00

£25.00

Selected concessions available*

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Tues 10 Feb Maw 10 Chwe 10.30am

Tall Stories in association with Kenny Wax Ltd presents

ROOM ON THE BROOM Tall Stories’ magical musical stage adaptation of Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler flies into town direct from a smashing West End season!

How the cat purred and how the witch grinned As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind.

The witch and her cat are flying happily along on their broomstick when a stormy wind blows the witch’s hat, bow and wand away into the night. A helpful dog, bird and frog find the witch’s lost things and all hop on the broom for a ride. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK! it snaps in two!

When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch?

And will there ever be room on the broom for everyone?

Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ (and their grown-ups).

Get a sneak preview at www.roomonthebroomlive.co.uk “A high energy treat” Sunday Times #### www.tallstories.org.uk

£12.00, Schools £8.50 Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

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Illustration: copyright © Axel Scheffler & Macmillan Children’s Books

Mon 9 Feb LLun 9 Chwe 1.30pm & 4.30pm

Wed 11 Feb Mer 11 Chwe 8.00pm

COUNT ARTHUR STRONG SOMEBODY UP THERE LICKS ME! In Somebody Up There Licks Me he’ll be doing all sorts of wonderful things for you to sit there staring at as you quietly suck your Maltesers and don’t get up to go to the toilet, applauding loudly at the appropriate moments. You’ll laugh, cry and the other one.

Here’s a personal message from Arthur himself.

“If you only buy one ticket for something this year buy a ticket for this one twice and bring a friend. I promise you you won’t regret it. And if you do there must be something wrong with you. No refunds.”

Thurs 12 Feb Iau 12 Chwe 7.30pm

JIVE TALKIN’ PERFORM THE BEE GEES LIVE IN CONCERT Jive Talkin' presents the story of the Bee Gees live on stage. Featuring stunningly convincing vocals, the three leading men create a truly emotional musical journey, including an amazing acoustic medley of some of the Bee Gees earlier hits.

The trio’s careers include starring in London's West End, numerous worldwide TV appearances and performing live with the Bee Gees themselves!

£18.00

£15.50 - £19.00

Selected concessions available*

Selected concessions available*

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Fri 13 Feb Gwe 13 Chwe 7.30pm

Sat 14 Feb Sad 14 Chwe 7.30pm

CHAMPIONS OF MAGIC

SOLID GOLD COUNTRY LEGENDS

Join our award-winning team of tricksters for a spectacular night of mystery that’ll keep you guessing for a long time to come.

“Spectacular family show… take a seat and prepare to be astounded, astonished and amazed” Heart FM

The new Solid Gold Country Legends show is a celebration of the best in country music. Led by country stars, Jeanne Jordan & B J Thomas, together with Luke Thomas and Mel Greggain (2013 British Country Music Awards Horizon act of the year) and featuring the Outlaw Country Band, this performance brings you the perfect mix of old and new country hits from the classics of Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Tammy Wynette to Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers and Shania Twain, to name just a few.

Adult £20.00, Child £17.00, Family ticket (4) £67.00

£14.50 - £19.50

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Witness stunning illusions including disappearances, teleportation, levitation and a heart-stopping finale that sees one performer walk through the spinning steel blades of a giant industrial fan, all presented with lighting and pyrotechnics to rival the biggest arena productions.

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Mon 16 Feb Llun 16 Chwe 8.00pm

Tues 17 Feb Iau 17 Chwe 7.30pm 12+

AN EVENING WITH NOEL FIELDING Noel Fielding (The Mighty Boosh, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Luxury Comedy) is embarking on his first live tour in five years, An Evening With Noel Fielding.

Expect a magical mix of Noel's unique brand of stand-up comedy, live animation, music and some of Fielding's best known TV characters.

There will also be muscular support from the loose stylings of Mike Fielding (Naboo/ Smooth) and the physical lunacy of Tom Meeton (The Mighty Boosh/ Oram & Meeton).

MYTHS AND MYSTERIES THE REAL TRUTH! Trevor Marriott is a retired British Police Murder Squad detective and in recent years he has investigated some of the myths and mysteries that have fascinated and intrigued the general public for decades: The Bermuda Triangle, The Lost City of Atlantis, The Mary Celeste, The UFO Phenomenon, The Apollo 11 Moon LandingFact or Fiction, The Yeti, Mermaids, The Shergar Mystery, Lord Lucan, Crop Circles, King Arthur, sea monsters and many more.

"A Gothic George Best" Phil Jupitus

ÂŁ25.50

ÂŁ12.50

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Wed 18 Feb Mer 18 Chwe 2.00pm

Thurs 19 Feb Iau 19 Chwe 8.00pm 16+

CIRQUE DU HILARIOUS OMID DJALILI SCREAMING WITH LAUGHTER IRANALAMADINGDONG He’s back on tour with a Starring Clive Webb new show, following a and Danny Adams sell-out four week West Winners of the Ken Dodd End residency and a soldComedy Award and CFA out season at the Best Comedy Award Edinburgh Festival.

Clive and Danny once again A firm favourite with his bring their madness and legendary performances, mayhem to Swansea Grand Omid’s stand-up awards Theatre in a brand include Time Out Award new show. Dubbed ‘The Superstars of Slapstick’, father and EMMA Award for Best Stand Up and he was and son Clive and Danny's particular brand of lunacy runs nominated for the South Bank Award. throughout the show, causing havoc and chaos on stage and screams of laughter from all the family. Joined by village idiot Michael Potts and a full supporting cast.

What could possibly go wrong?!

"Right now, the Iranian Djalili is probably one of the most subversive, let alone funniest, comedians around" The Guardian.

Adult £14.50, Child £12.50, Family ticket (4) £46.00

£23.50

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Fri 20 Feb Gwe 20 Chwe 7.30pm

Sat 21 Feb Sad 21 Chwe 7.30pm

PAUL CARRACK

ALOHA FROM HAWAII

RAIN OR SHINE Legendary Sheffield-born singer, songwriter and former frontman of Ace, Squeeze and Mike & The Mechanics, returns to the road following his widely acclaimed recent album release, Rain or Shine, a mix of new original songs and classic tracks. With a back catalogue of hits to his name, including How Long, Tempted and The Living Years, Paul Carrack’s marvellously soulful voice is known to millions around the world. His songs have been performed by some of the biggest names in music, including The Eagles, Diana Ross and Tom Jones.

Starring Collingwood 2014 Grand Champion and European ELVIS Champion 2011, Gordon Hendricks.

Accompanied by twenty musicians and singers appearing as the original performers.

This production replicates the original iconic Aloha from Hawaii show as beamed via satellite from Honolulu and returns to Swansea after its fantastic performance in 2014.

It is all there: the orchestra, The Sweets, The Stamps Quartet, and of course, those incredible Elvis vocals.

The raw energy and sheer charisma of Gordon Hendricks’ performance is absolutely jaw dropping.

£30.00 & £40.00

£20.50 & £22.50

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Mon 23 - Sat 28 Feb Llun 23 - Sad 28 Chwe 7.30pm

Mats: Wed mat 1.30pm Sat mat 2.30pm

12+

THE MOST TERRIFYING LIVE THEATRE EXPERIENCE IN THE WORLD! Everybody in the theatre can hear you scream!

The Woman in Black is a gripping theatrical exploration of terror, “a masterpiece” (The Guardian) that's been thrilling audiences of all ages with its unique blend of suspense, drama and bold stagecraft.

Now celebrating twenty five years in the West End, The Woman in Black is “a marvellous exercise in tension, spun from perfectly paced storytelling” (The Independent) that has enthralled over 7 million people since its original debut.

Feel the power of The Woman in Black for yourself and experience the “most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter” (The Daily Telegraph).

“A truly nerve-shredding experience.” Daily Mail

£13.00 - £23.00, Schools’ prices available Selected concessions available on selected performances* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

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Mon 2 Mar Llun 2 Maw 7.30pm Tues 3 Mar Maw 3 Maw 5.00pm & 7.45pm

CIRQUE BERSERK Direct from four sold-out seasons in London’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and its sold-out 2014 theatre tour, don’t miss Britain’s favourite circus. Combining contemporary ‘cirque’ skills with thrilling stunt action, Cirque Berserk is a dangerfilled spectacle that will amaze audiences of all ages.

Featuring the world’s most dangerous circus act, seen for the first time live on stage in the UK, the legendary Globe of Death, (3 motorcyclists speeding around inside a steel cage at over 60mph).

Mon: half price tickets £8.00 - £11.00 Tues: £16.00 - £22.00 Family ticket (4) £70.00 & £65.00 in selected zones

Wed 4 Mar Mer 4 Maw 2.00pm & 7.30pm

THE GOOD OLD DAYS OF VARIETY A wonderful new show for all ages, taking you back to the great days of variety entertainment. Starring the legendary 60s hit recording stars, The Bachelors with John Stokes. Come and hear all the famous songs live, including Charmaine, I Believe, Diane, Ramona and many more.

Backed by a full supporting company of West End singers, a live band and special guests, The Performance Factory Stage School and The Grand Theatre School of Drama and Musical Theatre.

Brought to you by the award winning Mark Andrews Productions.

Bring a group along!

£16.50

Selected concessions available*

Selected concessions available*

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Thurs 5 Mar Iau 5 Maw 7.30pm

Mon 23 Mar Llun 23 Maw 7.30pm

THE SENSATIONAL 60S EXPERIENCE 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR Brand new production for 2015. The ultimate 60s extravaganza with the definite feel good factor is touring the UK on its fiftieth anniversary.

For one night only, six legendary names take to the stage and deliver to you a night never to be forgotten and never to be seen again.

Hits include I’m Into Something Good, Hippy Hippy Shake, The Crying Game, Young Girl, Tossing and Turning plus many more.

GROUNDSWELL WHO'S UP? Wales’ first choreography platform set up in order to elevate young Welsh dancers and choreographers, giving them recognition for their creativity and expression of their craft. Anything goes!

Groups and choreographers will be encouraged to push their creative boundaries and the Who’s Up? platform is providing the professional setting for works to be presented and performed to their maximum potential.

£22.00 & £24.00

£10.50

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

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Sat 7 & Sun 8 Mar Sad 7 & Sul Maw

Cefnogir gan / Supported by

GWLEDD O ADLONIANT / ENTERTAINMENT FEAST GADEWCH I’R CFFI EICH DIDDANU / LET THE YFC ENTERTAIN YOU Aelodau CFfI o bob cwr o Gymru yn llwyfannu perfformiadau Pantomeim a’r lwyfan y Grand.

YFC members from across Wales stage pantomime performances at the Grand.

Dydd Sadwrn 7 Mawrth / Saturday 7 March 11.00yb/am - Maldwyn (C/W); Sir Gâr (C/W); Ceredigion (C/W) 6.00yh/pm - Ynys Môn (C/W); Sir Benfro (C/W); Meirionnydd (C/W); Canlyniadau / Results Dydd Sul 8 Mawrth / Sunday 8 March 11.00yb/am - Glamorgan (S/E); Radnor (S/E); Carmarthenshire (S/E); Brecknock (S/E) 6.30yh/pm - Pembrokeshire (S/E); Montgomery (S/E); Gwent (S/E); Canlyniadau / Results (C/W) - Cymraeg / Welsh (S/E) - Saesneg / English

1 sesiwn / 1 session - £10.00 Tocyn diwrnod / Day ticket - £16.00 Tocyn gala / Gala ticket - £30.00 Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

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Mon 9 - Sat 14 Mar Llun 9 - Sad 14 Maw 7.30pm Thurs & Sat mats Iau & Sad 2.30pm

‘Her name was Lola, she was a showgirl’… So begins this tale of romance and stardom that has captivated audiences across the globe. With sensational original songs by Barry Manilow, dazzling costumes and fabulous choreography – COPACABANA is a show that will leave you breathless.

Featuring brand new arrangements of hits such as Dancin’ Fool, Who Needs to Dream, Welcome to Havana and of course, the Grammy award-winning Copacabana, this show will have you dancing in the aisles.

Starring Jon Lee (S Club 7, Jersey Boys, Les Miserables) as Tony and Jimmy Osmond as Sam Silver.

“Full of glamour, drama, comedy and musicality” The Stage “A sumptuous hit - real feel good factor in this spectacular musical” WhatsOnstage

£19.50 - £31.50 Selected concessions available on selected performances* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

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Tues 17 - Sat 21 Mar Maw 17 - Sad 21 Maw 7.30pm Thurs mat Iau 12.00pm Sat mat Sad 2.00pm

Clwyd Theatr Cymru presents

HAMLET

by William Shakespeare Director Terry Hands Designer Mark Bailey Composer Colin Towns "... to take arms against a sea of troubles, And, by opposing, end them."

A psychological thriller, murder mystery, philosophical drama - Shakespeare's most famous play.

ÂŁ11.50 - ÂŁ17.50 Opening night offer 2 for 1 (terms & conditions apply) Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Audio Described Thurs 19 Mar 12.00pm

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Wed 25 Mar Mer 25 Maw 7.30pm

Tues 24 Mar Maw 24 Maw 7.30pm

16+

RAY QUINN Ray Quinn is a British singer/songwriter and occasional actor known for wowing the public with his boundless talent for singing, dancing, acting and pretty much everything in between.

Ray famously came second to Leona Lewis on ITV’s X Factor in 2006 and he won the fourth series of Dancing on Ice in 2009 and the final All Stars series in 2014.

Britain’s youngest and most loved crooner is back with verve and a whole array of new songs.

Ray is the only UK singer to go straight to number one with a platinum album without the release of a single.

PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS From the West End of London to Broadway in New York, the boys have stretched themselves to the limit for over a dickade performing the hilarious Ancient Art of Genital Origami and now they are back for more!

This mind-blowing show features two strapping Australians who manipulate their genitals into various shapes, objects and landmarks. A video camera projects intimate details of these incredible phenomena onto a large screen ensuring that little is missed!

You're NUTS if you miss it! www.puppetryofthepenis.com

£17.50 & £20.00

£19.50

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Performances

26 Jan Regular EventsMon Llun 26 Ion

8.00pm

Stephen K Amos Welcome to my World

16+

£17.50 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

The maestro of feel-good comedy is back on tour with his new show. Fresh from sell-out tours of Australia and New Zealand, as heard on BBC Radio 4 Life: An Idiot’s Guide and What Does the K Stand For? “Uplifting stand-up from a charming performer” Time Out. Thurs 19 & Fri 20 Feb 7.15pm Regular Events Iau 19 & Gwe 20 Chwe

Fri mat Gwe

1.00pm

Fluellen Theatre Company, in association with the Joseph Herman Art Foundation Cymru, presents

Strike For A Kingdom

by Menna Gallie adapted for the stage by Diana Griffiths £10.00, £8.00 concessions*, mat £8.00, £6.00 concessions* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

The fictional valleys’ town of Cilhendre during the General Strike of 1926. The annual carnival is interrupted by the discovery of a corpse. It is the local colliery manager and loyalties in the tightly knit community are stretched to the limit as the hunt for his killer proceeds.

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The Arts Wing

Performances

Thurs 5 Mar Regular Events Iau 5 Maw

8.30pm

Lloyd Langford

16+

Old Fashioned £12.50, £10.50 concessions*

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

A brand new show about feeling bamboozled by the modern world. Join Lloyd for a show jam-packed with gags, anecdotes, riffs and occasional exasperated pleas to the sky.

“One of the sharpest comedic minds on the circuit.”

The Guardian Thurs 12 Mar 8.00pm Regular Events Iau 12 Maw

Romesh Ranganathan and Suzi Ruffell 16+ Rom Wasn’t Built in a Day / Social Chameleon

£12.50, £10.50 concessions* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

Winner of the prestigious Leicester Mercury New Act Award 2013, Romesh Ranganathan, hits the road with his eagerly anticipated brand new show.

Fresh from supporting some of the UK’s top comedians, including Alan Carr, Josh Widdicombe and Kevin Bridges, Suzi Ruffell, presents her hotly anticipated second show.

Thurs 19 - Fri 20 Mar Regular Events Iau 19 - Gwe 20 Maw

7.00pm

Gower College Swansea Third Year Acting Company presents

The Merchant of Venice

by William Shakespeare £8.50, £6.50 concessions* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

Internationally acclaimed director, writer and mentor Michael Bogdanov, famed for his controversial and engaging stage production, returns to work with Gower College Swansea Third Year Acting Company. www.swanseagrand.co.uk

The Arts Wing

Performances

Sat 28 Mar Sad 28 Maw

6.00pm

The Grand Theatre School of Drama and Musical Theatre £7.00, £5.50 concessions* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

The senior students from The Grand Theatre School of Drama and Musical Theatre welcome you to a show that will amaze and amuse, and leave you wanting more...exploring harmonies, words and comedy.

Tues 14 - Thurs 16 April Regular Events Maw 14 - Iau 16 Ebrill

7.15pm

Wed mat Mer

1.00pm

Fluellen Theatre Company presents

The Two Gentlemen of Verona

by William Shakespeare £10.00, £8.00 concessions*, mat £8.00, £6.00 concessions* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

Valentine and Proteus are the best of friends. But, unfortunately, they happen to fall in love with the same girl.

Friendship goes out of the window and events quickly get out of hand. Starring Kevin Johns as Launce, one of Shakespeare’s funniest clowns.

The Arts Wing

Regular Events

Thurs 22 Jan & Thurs 26 Mar Iau 22 Ion & Iau 26 Maw

1.30pm

The Golden Years Tea Dance £4.00 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Enjoy social dancing? Then trip the light fantastic and join us for a special afternoon of social sequence and ballroom dancing. All welcome. Refreshments available.

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The Arts Wing

Regular Events

Weds: 28 Jan, 25 Feb, 25 Mar & 29 April Mer: 28 Ion, 25 Chwe, 25 Maw & 29 Ebrill

8.00pm

Comedy Club

16+

£11.00 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Laughing since 1999. See the comic stars of the future, today! If easily offended, please stay away!

Sats: 31 Jan, 28 Feb, 28 Mar, 25 April 12.30pm Sad: 31 Ion, 28 Chwe, 28 Maw, 25 Ebrill Fluellen Theatre Company, in association with Swansea Grand Theatre, presents

Lunchtime Theatre £6.00, £4.50 concessions* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

Sat 31 Jan: Sat 28 Feb: Sat 28 Mar: Sat 25 April:

EDGE OF THE WORLD by Ron Meldon NO KNOWN GRAVE by Jaye Swift INTERFERENCE by Katie Bowman WHAT SHALL WE DO WITH THE GERMAN SAILOR? by Ken Blakemore Sat 14 Feb & Sat 18 April 8.00pm Sad 14 Chwe & Sad 18 Ebrill Bluestocking Lounge presents

Burlesque

18+

£12.50 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

February’s Mad Love features a return of international starlet, Scarlett Daggers. April’s Sideshow includes ‘bed of nails beauty’ Raven Noir and boylesque from internationally recognised Lou Safire.

Sat 14 Mar Sad 14 Maw

10.00am - 4.00pm

Grand Craft Fair Free Entry The fair will feature a selection of crafts, including handmade jewellery, textiles, household gifts, food and drink and much more! www.swanseagrand.co.uk

The Arts Wing

Exhibitions

Tues 2 - Sat 6 Dec Maw 2 - Sad 6 Rhag

Sentinel Ffotography No Worm’s Head White Room An alternative view of Swansea and beyond by local collective, Sentinel Ffotography (Syd Howells, Paul Nicholas and Gregg Stockdale). Encapsulating images of a city which can appear both drab and vibrant, often within the same moment.

Tues 23 Dec - Fri 9 Jan Maw 23 Rhag - Gwe 9 Ion

The Palette Club Levels 1 & 2 This exhibition is to showcase our work which is very diverse, using a variety of media. We vary in age and experience and we learn by helping each other.

Tues 13 - Fri 30 Jan Maw 13 - Gwe 30 Ion

Paul Davies Textures, Shadows and Geometry Level 1 An exhibition of photographs by Swansea photographer, Paul Davies who now devotes much of his time concentrating on photographing from a fine art perspective.

Tues 3 - Fri 20 Feb Maw 3 - Gwe 20 Chwe

Swansea Young Single Homeless Project How Big is Your Brave?

Level 1 & White Room This is the first exhibition by Swansea Young Single Homeless Project. Taking the creative concept from the title, this crossmedia exhibition will showcase a diverse range of styles.

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

The Arts Wing

Exhibitions Tues 17 - Fri 27 Feb Maw 17 - Gwe 27 Chwe

Abertawe Photographic Society Level 2 Abertawe Photographic Society is hosting another great photographic exhibition. The exhibition is a culmination of work from members of all ages who have many different photographic skills.

Tues 3 - Fri 20 Mar Maw 3 - Gwe 20 Maw

Red Dawn Art Light and Landscapes: Explorations of light in natural and built environments White Room Dawn has lived in Wales and Australia and she explores the changing effects of light in both landscapes and urban scenes realistically.

Tues 10 - Fri 26 Mar Maw 10 - Gwe 26 Maw

Port Talbot Camera Club Levels 1 & 2 Port Talbot Camera Club is a small group of photographers that draw members from as far afield as Swansea and Llanelli. Their aim is to produce high quality images in both colour and black and white in a variety of subjects. www.swanseagrand.co.uk

The Arts Wing

Exhibitions

Tues 24 - Sat 28 Mar Maw 24 - Sad 28 Maw

Gower College Swansea White Room This group exhibition by Independent Living Skills students at Gower College Swansea explores the theme of self-identity. Using a variety of media, the students have created a range of paintings, drawings and prints that reflect their individual personality and outlook on life as a young adult.

Tues 31 Mar - Fri 24 April Maw 31 Maw - Gwe 24 Ebrill

Blue Orchard Group Level 2 An exhibition of recent paintings from the Blue Orchard Group. Artists include Phillip Jacobs, Hilary Bryanston, Sue Mann, John Hutchinson and others. If you seek originality and vitality you will not be disappointed.

Tues 31 Mar - Fri 24 April Maw 31 Maw - Gwe 24 Ebrill

Wilf Box Level 1 The emotional content of an image is its most important element, regardless of the photographic technique. If it can cause impact and draw a reaction from a viewer, then it shows that life is only a click of a shutter in their reality.

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

The Arts Wing

Exhibitions

Tues 28 April - Fri 29 May Maw 28 Ebrill - Gwe 29 Mai

University of Wales, Trinity Saint David, Swansea Levels 1 & 2 and White Room The Art and Design degree exhibitions will showcase work from three highly successful and creative courses: innovative Graphic Design, lively artworks from Illustration and exciting, cutting edge work in textiles, metal and printmaking from Surface Pattern Design and Textiles.

Grand Circle Bar Fri 6 Mar 8.00pm Gwe 6 Maw Double Dipp Productions Present

Double Dipp's Pick N Mixx

16+

ÂŁ6.50 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

What do you call a night where you keep fit, speak to spirits, win prizes, spot celebrities and buy toys that would make your Nana blush?... Double Dipp's Pick N Mixx! A cabaret of comedy characters, one actress, loads of wigs, total mayhem.

Noson llawn hwyl a sbri, cymeriadau comedi, un actores, llwyth o wigiau, llanast llwyr!

Meetings and Conferences

Have you considered using Swansea Grand Theatre for your next event? We have organised a wide variety of functions from a small training session to an international conference.

Call Carol on Swansea 478586 or e-mail carol.rowden@swansea.gov.uk www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Thurs 26 Mar Iau 26 Maw 7.00pm

Sat 28 Mar Sad 28 Maw 8.00pm 16+

SING-A-LONG-A SOUND OF MUSIC The smash-hit musical show returns to the UK in celebration of the movie’s 50th anniversary. Yes, the original Sing-a-long-a is back, giving the movie a birthday party to remember! Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music is a screening of the Julie Andrews film musical in glorious, full-screen technicolor, with subtitles so that everyone can sing along, a host and free fun pack.

The audience is the star of this interactive show; at Sing-a-long-a THERE ARE NO RULES!

ALAN DAVIES LITTLE VICTORIES After a hugely successful year of sell-out dates in 2014, Alan Davies is pleased to announce a season of extra dates for Spring 2015.

Much lauded as resident dunderhead on QI or the charming, but reticent crime solver, Jonathan Creek, Davies‘ virtuosic story-telling and whipsmart funny bones combine to make this a show not to be missed.

"Densely funny, a comedian hitting his prime" **** The Scotsman

www.singalonga.net

£13.00 & £16.00

£20.50 & £25.50

Selected concessions available*

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

Fri 27 Mar Gwe 27 Maw 7.30pm

Moscow Ballet - La Classique presents

SWAN LAKE Music: Piotr Ilyich Tchiakovsky Librettto: Vladimir Begichev & Vasily Geltser Choreography: Marius Petipa & Lev Ivanov The most popular of all classical ballets.

The world-renowned Moscow Ballet - La Classique demonstrates its continued quality of dance and performances in a dramatic production of this timeless favourite set to Tchaikovsky's superb score.

The ballet is a favourite with ballerinas and audiences alike; all leading dancers want to dance Swan Lake during their careers and all audiences want to see them dance in this, the ultimate fairy tale ballet.

ÂŁ17.50 - ÂŁ23.50 Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Mon 30 Mar Llun 30 Maw 6.00pm

Tues 31 Mar Maw 31 Maw 7.30pm

POP FACTOR

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

Pop Factor pays tribute to the very best of now.

A show that’s a celebration of the top artists and biggest chart hits. Totally live and interactive, featuring a cast of top professional performers.

A BRAND NEW SHOW FOR 2015 Get ready to party as the nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety show, That’ll Be the Day returns. This hugely entertaining new production features a fresh line-up of classic hits from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, plus more hilarious comedy.

Meet the cast after the show, pose for photo opportunities and autographs, plus competitions with prize giveaways, making this a must-see, fantastic concert experience for the whole family!

Adult £12.50, Child £10.50 Family ticket (4) £42.00 Early bird offer £9.50 if booked before 31 Jan Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Prepare for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and rock ‘n’ roll!

“What a great value for money show That’ll Be the Day is. Not to be missed!!”

The Daily Mail www.thatllbetheday.com

£20.00 & £23.50 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

Wed 1 April Mer 1 Ebrill 11.00am & 2.30pm

Alan Field for AFA Events Ltd in association with Basil Brush Ltd presents

THE BASIL BRUSH SHOW He's back, Britain's most loveable fox, Basil Brush, along with his chum Mr Stephen (aka Chris Pizzey) from Basil's smash hit TV series.

Together they will take you on a journey of laughs, storytelling and song in a show packed with fun and excitement.

Join in the mayhem! Sing along with Basil and Mr Stephen and listen to Basil's 'bedtime' story, of course, often interrupted by a naughty uncontrollable Basil!!

A show for all the family. So in Basil's words..."Boom Boom!!"

Adult £14.50, Child £12.50, Family ticket (4) £44.00 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Thurs 2 April Iau 2 Ebrill 7.30pm

Sat 4 April Sad 4 Ebrill 8.00pm 16+

Off The Kerb Productions Presents

CHAS & DAVE

DARA O’BRIAIN

Chas & Dave have gained a cult audience of both young and old and due to public demand they are together on stage once more. They reached the top twenty in 1979 with Gertcha, which became a nationwide catchphrase. This was followed by The Sideboard Song. In 1980 they hit the charts with Rabbit, which reached No. 8 in the charts.

CROWD TICKLER

They have also written title songs for TV shows Till Death Do Us Part and Only Fools and Horses.

Dara is one of the most recognisable faces on British television as host of the hugely successful Mock The Week, The Apprentice You’re Fired and Star Gazing Live. Not forgetting his most recent shows, Dara O’Briain: School of Hard Sums for Dave and Dara O’Briain’s Science Club for BBC2. Catch one of the most charismatic, intelligent, fast-talking and downright funny live performers working today.

“These are classy routines, that assume the audience's intelligence and condescend to no one” The Guardian

£25.00 & £27.00

£23.50

Selected concessions available*

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

TUES 7 - SAT 11 APRIL MAW 7 - SAD 11 EBRILL 7.30PM

WED, THURS & SAT MATS MER, IAU & SAD 2.30PM

Calamity Jane can outrun and outshoot any man. Hard, boastful and desperate to impress, she travels to Chicago on the Deadwood Stage to recruit a star, Adelaid Adams. But things don’t go too smoothly for her and it takes Wild Bill Hickok to make her see sense, and realise her Secret Love…

With an Oscar nominated score that includes The Black Hills of Dakota, The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away), Just Blew in from the Windy City and the award-winning song Secret Love, this brand new production of the classic musical from the highly acclaimed Watermill Theatre stars Jodie Prenger (Oliver!, Spamalot and One Man Two Guvnors), alongside Tom Lister (The Water Babies, Emmerdale) and a cast of multi-talented actor/musicians.

£18.00 - £33.00

Signed Performance Thurs 11 April 7.30pm

Selected concessions available on selected performances* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Mon 13 April Llun 13 Ebrill 7.30pm

Mon 20 April Llun 20 Ebrill 7.30pm

THE SOLID SILVER 60s SHOW

ESSENCE OF IRELAND

Celebrating 30 tremendous years of the UK’s original and premier sixties show, The Solid Silver 60s brings you its most sensational line-up yet. Starring cool cat, Billy J Kramer, alongside the original voice of the Searchers, Mike Pender and Chris Farlowe of Handbags & Gladrags fame. Finally on this anniversary bill is UK soul pioneer PP Arnold - one of the original members of The Ikettes. All of these legends are backed by New Amen Corner.

Set against the backdrop of Ireland, England and America in the 19th century, Essence of Ireland tells the story of love, joy, happiness and heartache endured by Coro McGowen and Sean Dempsey as they are separated by emigration from each other and their beloved Ireland. With Irish classics such as Galway Girl, Emigrant Eyes, and Irish Rover, along with original scores, Essence of Ireland is the most complete Irish show in the world today. www.essenceofireland.co.uk

£22.00 £25.50 & £27.50

Early bird offer £5 off if booked before 21 Dec

Selected concessions available*

Selected concessions available*

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

Tues 14 - Sat 18 April Maw 14 - Sad 18 Ebrill 7.30pm

Sat mat Sad 2.00pm

THE GHOST TRAIN Starring Jeffrey Holland (Hi-de-Hi, You Rang M’Lord?), Judy Buxton (On the Up) and Sophie Powles (Emmerdale).

Arnold Ridley's classic comedy thriller is about a group of travellers stranded at a remote railway station, reacting with various degrees of credulity to the station master's warning of death to anyone who sets eyes on the ghostly train that haunts the line.

£9.50 - £16.00 Opening night offer 2 for 1 (terms & conditions apply) Selected concessions available* All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Signed Performances Thurs 16 April 7.30pm

Tues 21 April Maw 21 Ebrill 7.30pm

Wed 22 April Mer 22 Ebrill 7.30pm

GODSPELL IN CONCERT

GERRY CROSS THE MERSEY

Godspell, the legendary rock musical from Stephen Schwartz, the Grammy® and Academy Award®winning composer of WICKED, is back! Following the critically acclaimed sellout success in London's West End, the show is returning to the UK in a oneof-a-kind production, featuring a brand new modern day rock score.

Join in this musical journey through the life and times of one of our greatest 60s icons, Gerry Marsden.

Gerry & the Pacemakers topped the UK and US charts for much of the 60s.

Gerry talks about his early beginnings in Liverpool, those heady days of the 60s and up to the present. Hear all Gerry’s greatest hits mixed with stories, jokes and anecdotes from his years at the top. This is a roller coaster ride of fun, music and notstalgia not to be missed.

This timeless tale of friendship, loyalty and love has touched the hearts of countless theatregoers all over the world. www.godspellinconcert.com

£23.50 - £27.50

£18.00 & £20.00

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

Opera and Ballet International pr Sat 25 April 7.30pm Sad 25 Ebrill

Puccini MADAMA BUTTERFLY Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-winning, fully staged opera returns with exquisite sets and includes a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes, including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.

Highlights include the melodic Humming Chorus, the moving aria One Fine Day and the unforgettable Love Duet.

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

Starring Elena Dee and Alyona Kistenyova

The love story that gripped Paris Thurs 23 April 7.30pm Iau 23 Ebrill

Verdi RIGOLETTO A stunning traditional, fully-staged production recapturing the decadence of Renaissance Italy with lavish sets and opulent costumes. The opera was almost banned because it exposed the licentious behavior of the powers-that-be at court.

Featuring two of the most celebrated tenor arias La Donna è Mobile and Questa o Quella justly turned into classics by Caruso, Rigoletto is based on a play by Victor Hugo, who wrote Les Miserables.

“Brilliantly sung by Vladimir Dragos” The Times (Royal Albert Hall) Sung in Italian with English surtitles.** PLEASE NOTE SOME SCENES CONTAIN NUDITY

£15.00 - £33.00 Selected concessions available*

resents an Ellen Kent Production Winner ‘Best Opera Award’ Liverpool Daily Post Theatre Awards

Starring the Korean soprano Elena Dee Fri 24 April 7.30pm Gwe 24 Ebrill

Verdi LA TRAVIATA A beautiful and fully staged production of a tragic tale of searing passion and memorable music, La Traviata is Verdi’s outstanding interpretation of one of the most popular love stories of the 19th century, La Dame aux Camelias.

Based on a true story, it tells of the passionate loves and life of the consumptive courtesan, Violetta.

“First-rate singing” The Stage Sung in Italian with English surtitles.**

Starring Vladimir Dragos as Rigoletto All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies. **Due to the layout of our venue surtitles aren’t always visible from certain seats.

Please check with Box Office at time of booking.

Mon 27 April Maw 27 Ebrill 7.30pm 16+

LEE NELSON SUITED AND BOOTED Lee Nelson is back with a brand new show! You may have seen him host Live at the Apollo or caught him trying to join the England Squad as Premier League footballer Jason Bent! Now see Lee live in his highly anticipated, all new, nationwide tour.

“Never less than ingenious... a seamlessly entertaining touring show” The Times

to the Grand Theatre School of Drama and Musical Theatre Ages: 3 years to adults Venue: Swansea Grand Theatre Class times: Monday to Friday from 4.30pm - 9.30pm

Classes include: Drama, Speech/Voice Singing, Musical Theatre

Enrol now!

“Comedy Genius” Daily Mirror

£20.50 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution.

Online booking fee applies.

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Contact Jennifer King on  01792 475242

Wed 29 April Mer 29 Ebrill 1.00pm & 4.30pm

Thurs 30 April Iau 30 Ebrill 1.00pm & 4.30pm

OCTONAUTS AND THE DEEP SEA VOLCANO ADVENTURE Get ready to embark on an exciting new mission with the quirky and courageous underwater adventure heroes, The Octonauts.

Starring Captain Barnacles, Kwazii, and Peso, the brand new stage show, Octonauts and the Deep Sea Volcano Adventure brings the entire crew of the Octonauts to life on stage for the very first time!

Visit amazing underwater worlds full of adventure, with surprises around every corner, in this action-packed, musical interactive new stage show. www.octonautslive.co.uk

Adult £10.00 - £16.00, Child £8.00 - £14.00, Family ticket (4) £56.00 All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. Online booking fee applies.

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

Forthcoming...

Mon 20 - Sat 26 July Llun 20 - Sad 26 Gorff

14+

Tues 28 July - Sat 1 Aug Maw 28 Gorff - Sad 1 Awst

DRAMA DOUBLE BILL Table Manners Wed 12 - Sat 15 Aug Mer 12 - Sad 15 Awst

Stone Cold Murder Wed 3 - Sat 8 Aug Mer 3 - Sad 8 Awst

Mark Jermin Stage School presents

Tues 18 - Sat 22 Aug Llun 9 - Sad 14 Maw

Behind The Scenes Tours Ever fancied seeing what goes on behind the theatre curtain?

Take a Swansea Grand Theatre Tour and get an insight into the theatre’s history, shows and some of the stars who have performed on the legendary Grand stage.

Enjoy Theatre Want to get more involved?

Then why not join Swansea Grand Theatre Club

Call the Box Office to join the club.

01792 475715

Sat 31 January Sat 28 February Sat 14 March Sat 21 March Sat 11 April Sat 18 April All tours start at 10.00am and will last approx 60 – 90mins.

Booking is essential, please call Box Office on 01792 475715.

Prices £5.00 adults, £3.00 children All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution**

Benefits include: • Ticket concessions • Meet the cast parties • Advance notice of up and coming shows • Monthly social evenings and other in-house events • Visits to other theatres and places of interest

£10 Adults £5 Juniors (under 17) £25 Family (2 adult, 2 juniors)

Footlights Café Bar & Restaurant Pre-show suppers, lunches and drinks are all on offer on show days, making Footlights the perfect place to relax and meet friends. Full bar service is available pre-show, during the interval and postperformance (30 minutes following ‘curtain down’).

The daily menu comprises homemade specials, light bites and the theatre’s salad bar and food can be ordered up to 30 minutes before shows.

If you would like to order a drinks table or buffet for your group, please call Footlights on 01792 478593.

The Perfect Christmas Present

Swansea Grand Theatre Vouchers Stuck for that unique Christmas gift?

Well, look no further.

Treat your loved ones to an evening of first-class entertainment at one of Wales’ premier venues Swansea Grand Theatre.

The theatre’s gift vouchers are the perfect present as they can be credited against any Swansea Grand Theatre production of your choice.

The vouchers are valid for one year and are available in any denomination.

Thank you for investing in your theatre’s future

RESTORATION FUND TOTAL IS NOW OVER £131,000!

YOUR CHANCE TO BE A LASTING PART OF THE THEATRE!

Dedication Plaques Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to purchase a lasting dedication to a loved one or a perfect Christmas gift for someone special and be a lasting part of our iconic venue.

For only £250 you can purchase a dedication plaque which will remain on the seat for twenty five years.

Please see our website for full details.

We’d like to thank you in advance for your continued support helping us raise these essential funds.

The Quadrant multi-storey car park is open until 11.30pm.

The first hour’s parking will be FREE when you validate your ticket with a member of the Front of House team at the theatre.

Mae maes parcio aml-lawr y Cwadrant ar agor tan 11.30pm.

Gallwch barcio am yr awr gyntaf AM DDIM ar ôl i chi ddilysu’ch tocyn gydag aelod o dîm y dderbynfa yn y theatr.

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Support

Cefnogaeth

Swansea Grand Theatre is owned, funded and managed by the City and County of Swansea. Financial support is also provided by the Arts Council of Wales.

Mae Theatr y Grand Abertawe yn eiddo i Ddinas a Sir Abertawe, sy'n ei hariannu a'i rheoli. Darperir cefnogaeth ariannol hefyd gan Gyngor Celfyddydau Cymru.

Cabinet Member for Regeneration: Cllr. Robert Francis-Davies, Director of Place: Phil Roberts, Head of Culture and Tourism: Tracey McNulty.

Aelod y Cabinet dros Adfywio: Cyng. Robert Francis-Davies, Cyfarwyddwr Lleoedd: Phil Roberts, Pennaeth Diwylliant a Thwristiaeth: Tracey McNulty.

Theatre contacts: Tel: 01792 475242 E-mail: gerald.morris@swansea.gov.uk E-mail: paul.hopkins2@swansea.gov.uk

Swansea Grand Theatre gratefully acknowledges the support it receives from the following organisations.

If your company is interested in supporting the theatre please contact one of the above.

To receive information about events and activities in Swansea, please subscribe at www.myswansea.info

Cysylltiadau theatr: Rhif ff么n: 01792 475242 E-bost: gerald.morris@swansea.gov.uk E-bost: paul.hopkins2@swansea.gov.uk

Mae Theatr y Grand, Abertawe yn cydnabod ac yn gwerthfawrogi'r gefnogaeth y mae'n ei derbyn gan y sefydliadau canlynol.

Os bydd gan eich cwmni ddiddordeb mewn cefnogi'r theatr, cysylltwch ag un o'r uchod.

I gael gwybodaeth am ddigwyddiadau a gweithgareddau yn Abertawe, tanysgrifiwch yn www.fyabertawe.info

Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

How to book

Sut i archebu

The Box Office is open Mon - Sat 9.30am - 8.00pm, and for 1 hour prior to Sunday performances.

Mae’r Swyddfa Docynnau ar agor Llun - Sadwrn 9.30am - 8.00pm, ac am 1 awr cyn perfformiadau dydd Sul.

Booking and reservations

Archebu tocynnau

01792 475715

01792 475715

You can book by phone or post, in person or online at

Gallwch brynu tocynnau dros y ffôn neu drwy’r post, yn bersonol neu ar-lein yn

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

N.B. Online ticket purchases are subject to a booking fee

D.S. Bydd yn rhaid talu ffi brynu wrth brynu tocynnau ar-lein.

Concessions*

Consesiynau*

Where concessions are offered, they may include some of the following: 16 & under, 65 & over Proof of age may be required. Students In full-time education who can produce a current National Union of Students, Overseas Student or similar card. Schools Under 18 & in full-time education.

Party Bookers People who are booking 10+ tickets for one performance at one time. PTL Swansea Passport to Leisure Card holders. Theatre Club On production of a valid membership card.

Please note you may be required to produce proof of entitlement for your concession at the time of booking or at entry.

We accept most major credit cards (2% charge) and debit cards. Cheques should be made payable to: City and County of Swansea For full booking terms, conditions and facilities call the Box Office.

Our Box Office Minicom number is 01792 654456. Typetext for hearing impaired customers.

The City and County of Swansea can accept no responsibility for any changes, beyond their control, which may arise after this publication is published. To receive this brochure in another format, please contact the Box Office.

Lle cynigir consesiynau, gallant gynnwys rhai o’r canlynol: 16 ac yn iau, 65 ac yn hy ˆn. Gellir gofyn i chi brofi eich oedran.

Myfyrwyr mewn addysg amser llawn sy’n gallu dangos cerdyn Undeb Myfyrwyr Cenedlaethol neu Fyfyriwr Tramor dilys neu gerdyn tebyg. Ysgolion pobl ifanc 18 oed ac yn iau a’r rhai sydd mewn addysg amser llawn. Trefnwyr grwpiau pobl sy’n archebu 10+ o docynnau ar gyfer un perfformiad ar y tro. PTL deiliaid cardiau PTL Abertawe. Clwb Theatr Wrth gyfl wyno cerdyn aelodaeth dilys.

Sylwer y gellir gofyn i chi brofi eich hawl i gonsesiwn wrth archebu tocyn neu gyrraedd am y perff ormiad.

Derbynnir y rhan fwyaf o’r prif gardiau credyd (tâl o 2%) a debyd. Dylid gwneud sieciau’n daladwy i: Dinas a Sir Abertawe I gael manylion llawn am gyfleusterau a’r amodau a’r telerau archebu, ffoniwch y Swyddfa Docynnau.

Rhif minicom y Swyddfa Docynnau yw 01792 654456. Teipdestun ar gyfer cwsmeriaid â nam ar eu clyw.

Ni all Dinas a Sir Abertawe dderbyn unrhyw gyfrifoldeb am unrhyw newidiadau, y tu hwnt i’w rheolaeth, a all ddigwydd ar ôl cyhoeddi’r cyhoeddiad hwn. I dderbyn y llyfryn hwn mewn fformat gwahanol, cysylltwch â’r Swyddfa Docynnau.

Restoration Fund

Mae pob tocyn yn cynnwys cyfraniad 50c at y Gronfa Adnewyddu. Nid oes rhaid i ysgolion gyfrannu.

All tickets include a 50p Restoration Fund contribution. School parties are exempt.

Plus One Scheme at the Grand Theatre Are you disabled and require support from a personal assistant or carer to visit us?

If so you could join the Plus One Scheme and receive a discount/free pass for your ‘plus one’.

To apply visit www.swansea.gov.uk/ plusone or call 01792 635463

Cronfa Adnewyddu

Cynllun Ac Un yn Theatr y Grand Ydych chi’n anabl ac a oes angen cefnogaeth gan gynorthwy-ydd personol neu ofalwr arnoch i ymweld â ni?

Os felly, gallech ymuno â Chunllun Ac Un a chael gostyngiad/tocyn am ddim i’ch cynorthwy-ydd ‘ac un’.

I ymuno â’r cynllun, ewch i www.abertawe.gov.uk/plusone neu ffoniwch 01792 635463

www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Terms and conditions of ticket sales

Amodau a thelerau gwerthu

1. Exchange of tickets will only be considered in cases of emergency and the Management reserves the right to refuse an exchange.

Where an exchange occurs, it will be for another performance of the same production. Charge of £1.00 per ticket.

2. No refunds will be given except for cancelled events.

3. The Management reserves the right to introduce discounts and other price changes without notice.

4. The promoter reserves the right to make any changes to the advertised programme.

5. The use of cameras or recording equipment and electronic cigarettes is strictly forbidden.

6. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission and may, on occasions, have to conduct security searches to ensure the safety of patrons.

7. In exceptional circumstances, the Management reserves the right to offer alternative seats to those specified on the ticket.

8. Please check your ticket - on receipt - as mistakes cannot always be rectified.

9. Where a performance has the benefit of English surtitles, patrons should check with the Box Office staff (at the time of booking) as to seat suitability.

10. Concessions *. Please check at the time of booking for any available concessions. Not all concessions are available for all performances/events.

1. Ystyrir cyfnewid tocynnau mewn argyfwng yn unig ac mae’r Rheolwyr yn cadw’r hawl i wrthod cyfnewid tocyn. Os caiff tocyn ei gyfnewid, bydd ar gyfer perfformiad arall o’r un cynhyrchiad. Codir £1.00 y tocyn.

2. Ni roddir unrhyw ad-daliadau ond ar gyfer digwyddiadau wedi’u canslo.

3. Mae’r Rheolwyr yn cadw’r hawl i gyflwyno gostyngiadau a newidiadau eraill o ran prisiau heb roi rhybudd.

4. Mae’r hyrwyddwr yn cadw’r hawl i wneud unrhyw newidiadau i’r rhaglen a hybysebir.

5. Ni chaniateir defnyddio camerâu na chyfarpar recordio na sigarennau electronig.

6. Mae’r Rheolwyr yn cadw’r hawl i wrthod mynediad ac, ar adegau, gall fod angen cynnal archwiliadau diogelwch er mwyn sicrhau diogelwch y cwsmeriaid.

7. Dan amgylchiadau eithriadol, mae’r Rheolwyr yn cadw’r hawl i gynnig seddi gwahanol i’r rhai a nodir ar y tocyn.

8. Archwiliwch eich tocyn - adeg ei dderbyn - gan nad oes modd unioni camgymeriadau bob amser.

9. Os darperir uwchdeitlau Saesneg ar gyfer perfformiad, dylai cwsmeriaid holi staff y Swyddfa Docynnau (adeg archebu) ynglyˆn ag addasrwydd seddi.

10. Consesiynau *. Holwch wrth archebu’r tocynnau am unrhyw gonsesiynau sydd ar gael. Nid yw pob consesiwn ar gael ar gyfer pob perfformiad/digwyddiads.

Full terms and conditions are available on request.

Rhoddir yr amodau a’r telerau llawn ar gais.

Strobe Lighting Patrons are reminded that ‘Strobe’ lighting is used with certain shows, productions.

Baby Changing Facilities Please see the Front of House Manager.

Armless Seats We have a number of armless seats available for those customers who would like more space in their seats.

We have a Sennheiser Infra-red hearing system Headsets can be obtained for a £5 refundable deposit from the sweet kiosk.

Goleuadau Strôb Atgoffir cwsmeriaid fod goleuadau ‘Strôb’ yn cael eu defnyddio gyda rhai sioeau a chynyrchiadau.

Cyfleusterau Newid Babanod Gofynnwch i’r Rheolwr Blaen Tyˆ.

Seddau Heb Freichiau Mae gennym nifer o seddi heb freichiau i gwsmeriaid a hoffai fwy o le yn eu seddi.

Mae gennym system glyw Is-goch Sennheiser. Gellir cael clustffonau am flaendal ad-daladwy o £5 o’r ciosg losin.

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THE SEQUEL TO DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS WHAT HAPPENED TO ‘BOBBY & LAURA’ AND ‘NORMAN & SUE’...?

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Their story continues...

BILL KENWRIGHT AND LAURIE MANSFIELD IN ASSOCIATION WITH UNIVERSAL MUSIC PRESENT

BOOK BY

LAURENCE & MAURICE

MARKS GRAN

Includin the smash g hits...

A PICTURE O DON’T EVER F YOU CHANGE DO YOU LOV E ME IT’S IN HIS 1 HANDY MAN KISS WHEN WILL 1 GO NOW IB HIPPY HIPPY E LOVED and many SHAKE more...

It’s 1963, and the world is changing. Bobby and Laura’s single DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS has not taken off. Norman and Sue have settled down to non-marital bliss – and a baby! But Ray and Donna seem blissfully happy…

The advent of the Beatles and the Merseyside sound is inspirational.

But will it inspire Bobby and Laura to have one more shot at stardom – Norman to “get off the drains” and find that singing voice he has longed for, and Ray to realise his ambition and manage a really top pop act!?

All will be revealed in a follow up with the same wit, charm, and great songs as DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS. Many of the songs are from the next period in pop history…

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