What's On at The Roses: Oct-Dec 2023

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As a charity the support from loyal friends and patrons is essential to preserving The Roses for future generations and helping us to deliver our diverse and varied community programme.

To find out more about our membership scheme, including our higher level donor opportunities, head to our website, contact box office on 01684 295074 or email our Development Manager on grace.end@rosestheatre.org

New Business Patron Packages for 2023!

Whether it’s through a direct financial contribution or in-kind support, businesses have helped support some of The Roses’ most impactful and important projects and programmes.

In return, The Roses provides a highprofile platform to reach people across Gloucestershire and the West Midlands and a great way to meet CSR targets. In 2022 our Panto PR featured on national BBC Breakfast news, reaching over eight million people across the UK.

Subscribe to The Roses for £20 per year and receive our quarterly newsletter, The Roses Chronicle, plus invites to private industry insight and impact events throughout the year.

Become a Friend from £50 per year and receive The Roses Chronicle, plus £1 off cinema tickets and opportunity to credit your spend for any missed performances.

Become a Patron from £150 per year and receive a printed copy of The Roses Chronicle, plus discount on film tickets, unlimited credit your spend, a backstage tour and invites to special events throughout the year.

Join us as a Business Patron and access the following opportunities:

20 complimentary film tickets.

Access to a range of hospitality packages. A half page advert or two quarter page adverts in our brochure and 10% discount on further advertising.

Invitations to regular creative networking events.

To partner with us, whether that’s in-kind support, sponsorship or hiring a space head to rosestheatre.org/support-us/businesspartnerships or email our Development Manager grace.end@rosestheatre.org

Hello!

Welcome to an exhilarating Autumn season here at The Roses!

This is one of my favourite times of the theatre’s year – as the evenings get darker, the lights and energy in the building seem to get brighter as the anticipation for pantomime and the festive season builds to a crescendo. And what a season we have for you this year; it’s almost impossible to pick a highlight amongst the music, entertainment, dance and comedy lined up over the next few months, but it would be remiss of me not to encourage you to come along to our pantomime, Beauty and the Beast. It’s the culmination of so many months of hard work and it is such a joy to see the wonder and excitement on our audiences’ faces.

If you’d rather participate than spectate, there is an ever-growing range of groups and activities to get involved in – see pages 4–9 to discover something new for you.

Finally, our summer facelift is now complete, so look out for exciting new additions to your experience over the coming months – we now have a shiny new second bar and will shortly be expanding our food offering to you. We’ll keep you updated on our progress on this.

As always, we are all incredibly grateful for your support. We couldn’t do it without you.

Get Creative

Pages 04–09

Cinema

Pages 10–11

Royal Opera House

Pages 12–13

Discounts & Seats

Pages 14–15

Live Events

Pages 16–25

18

Jessica Brewster Director

Lost in Music

Further Ahead

Pages 26–27

Pantomime

Page 28–29

Booking Info & Diary

Page 30–31

Get Creative and get involved!

Roses Young Creatives

Our RYC builds confidence, develops skills and nurtures young talent.

In addition to drama, dance and singing, we aim to deliver exciting weekly sessions surrounding other aspects of the creative industries. This may include directing, producing, costume design, set design, lighting and sound engineering… plus more! In order to develop stage skills, we offer numerous performance opportunities across the year in order to produce well rounded creatives.

AUTUMN TERM DATES

TUE 19 SEP–TUE 19 DEC

Age Group (School Year)

Beginners (Years 1 & 2)

Juniors (Years 3 & 4)

Intermediates (Years 5 & 6)

Seniors & Company (Years 7–13)

Time Price

4–5pm £8 per week

5–6pm £8 per week

6.30–7.30pm £8 per week

7.30–9pm £9 per week

All sessions are payable termly. Payments plans available upon request. Please note no sessions run during the school holidays.

Discounts and concessions: Each younger sibling will receive a 15% discount. If you are in receipt of Universal Credit or other benefits, you may be eligible for a bursary or discount.

If you would like more information on any of our sessions including discounts and how to book, please email Georgia at getcreative@rosestheatre.org

Delivering a creative offering to our community and young people is at the core of what we do and Roses Young Creatives is one of the ways we support the next generation to access the arts and develop the artistic talent of the future.

Sponsor our RYC £350 per year

Following the success of the Roses Young Creatives Debut performance of Matilda Jr. we are looking forward to the year ahead. To ensure everyone who wants to be a part of this can be we offer bursary places.

If you would like to support a young person to join RYC you can sponsor a place for £350 a year.

For more information, please get in touch with our Development Manager, Grace on grace.end@rosestheatre.org

Acting Up! at The Roses

THURSDAY MORNINGS 7 SEP–16 OCT 9.30–11AM

The Roses is excited to be teaming up with Acting Up! to provide exclusive drama workshops for adults to learn new skills and build confidence. The course will run for seven weeks including a free week 1 trial. Activities include team games, imaginative thinking, public speaking, devised work, role play, improvisation, relaxation and more. No prior acting experience necessary. Come along and have fun whilst making new friends.

Ages: Open to anyone over 18

Price: £6 per session

Unknown Realms: Curtain Raiser

SAT 7 OCT 2–5PM & SUN 8 OCT 10AM–3PM

Grab your chance to perform alongside ACE Dance and Music on Thursday 12 October.

We are offering you the chance to work with a team of experienced dance artists over two days, to devise a piece which you will perform alongside them. As one of the UK’s most acclaimed dance companies, ACE Dance and Music provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy contemporary and culturally diverse dance. All participants will receive a free ticket to see ACE perform Unknown Realms.

Ages: For adults and young people age 14+

Price: Free

Venue: Tewkesbury Academy

One Size Fits All: Open Mic

THIRD TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH

7–9.30PM

Tewkesbury Arts & Drama Society (TADS) and The Roses are partnering up to start a brandnew open mic night. Got a new poem to share, a song you simply must sing or spoken word to get off the page? Come and share your creative outpourings to a welcoming and friendly group! Turn up on the night from 6.30pm to get your 10 min slot to perform.

Ages: Adults only Price: Free

Drink & Draw

FOURTH TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH

7.30–9.30PM

We are excited to be partnering with local art tutor Melissa Turland to bring you Drink & Draw! In this monthly evening session you’ll have fun, learn useful drawing advice and get the chance to unwind with a glass of something whilst flexing your doodling muscles. For everybody, including the creatively challenged! Materials included.

Ages: Open to anyone over 18 Price: £10 per session (includes one free drink)

The Roses is home to a growing number of groups and clubs, who meet to socialise, create and enjoy each others’ company.

The Roses’ Choir

Enjoy the uplifting experience of singing together. You don’t need to be an expert — this is all about having fun. Our choir get regular opportunities to perform throughout the year, both at The Roses and at external events to which they have been invited.

Hosted by Lindsay Martin.

Date & Time Every Tuesday 9.30–11am (term starts Tue 12 Sep)

Price £6.00 per week (payable half-termly, see website for term dates)

Venue The Roses

Sing for Breath

Join us for a friendly, fun and inclusive group singing session that helps to support lung health. This will be a supportive and nonjudgemental session where the singing serves as a way to help manage lung health using warm ups, breathing exercises, relaxation exercises and songs. You don’t need to have sung before and you can participate at your own pace. We’ll breathe together, sing together and laugh together too!

Hosted by Lindsay Martin.

Date & Time Second Tuesday of every month at 2–3.15pm singing, 3.15–4pm coffee & chat

Price Free, no booking required

Venue The Roses

Singing for Wellbeing

A friendly group singing session using music for relaxation and enjoyment. No experience is necessary and you don’t need to be able to read music. We will learn energising and meaningful songs together alongside relaxation exercises, breathing exercises and fun vocal warm-ups.

Hosted by Lindsay Martin.

Date & Time First Wednesday of every month at 2–3.15pm

Price Free

Venue Tewkesbury Library

Sing 2 Remember

The Roses Theatre is happy to be working in partnership with Mindsong to offer Sing 2 Remember, a supported, thoroughly enjoyable, dementia-friendly singing session for:

People with dementia still living at home (and those that care for them)

People experiencing loneliness or isolation

People who love to sing, but no longer feel comfortable singing in a choir

Please email meg.brand@mindsong.org.uk for more information.

Date & Time Fortnightly at 2pm — see mindsong.org.uk for dates

Price Free

Venue The Baptist Church (GL20 5DR)

Bingo

EVERY MON 1.45PM

Our Monday Bingo sessions attract a regular and committed group of players each week. There are cash prizes to be won and a raffle if you’re feeling extra lucky! No need to pre book, just come along for a fun and social afternoon. Led by Liz and Jordan, our resident Bingo Callers!

£1 per book (6 games, plus 1 bonus round)

Board Game Meet Up

EVERY MON 6.30PM

Join us at The Roses for a fun and relaxed evening, hosted by resident games master, Martin Worrall, who brings a sample of his personal collection, such as Pandemic, Azul and Wingspan, or feel free to bring your own games along to play. Pizza and drinks are available to buy. Under 16s must be supervised by an adult. Everyone welcome, free to join

K2Togs

EVERY WED 10.30–12.30PM

The Roses’ resident group of knitters (and crocheters!) meet weekly for coffee, chat and plenty of crafting. K2Togs started many years ago as a small group that has grown exponentially ever since, and now regularly take over the theatre with their wonderful creations. Everyone welcome, free to join

Quiz Nights

TUE 10 OCT, TUE 17 OCT, TUE 5 DEC 7.30PM

Test your general knowledge in a fun and informal evening of trivia as you compete against your fellow quizgoers – there will be prizes to be won and kudos to be earned!

£1 entry per head

If you’re looking for a home for your group, or would like to start one, please get in touch at getcreative@rosestheatre.org and we’ll find you a home!

Cinema at The Roses

We bring the best new international releases to your local theatre.

The summer blockbuster season is here and this year it looks like a bumper year for big screen family entertainment. As ever, our programme will encompass the whole spectrum of film releases, so there will be something for everybody to enjoy, whether in our main house or our intimate new studio screen.

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 / Wish

A Haunting In Venice / Dumb Money

Passages / Killers of The Flower Moon

Miracle Club / Trolls: Band Together

Past Lives / The Great Escaper / Dune: Part 2 / Bolan’s Shoe / The Eternal Daughter / The Great Escaper / Wonka Blackberry / Napoleon / Seize Them!

Wish

DISCOVER MORE

See our offers and film programme online at rosestheatre.org or pick up our monthly flyer from the Box Office. You can also download a digital flyer from issuu.com/TheRoses

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3

Napoleon Killers of The Flower Moon

Miracle Club

A Haunting in Venice

Welcome to our brand new bar!

The Roses has an amazing new bar taking pride of place in our foyer. Eric’s Bar has also had a facelift, and will soon be offering a range of delicious light meals and snacks that you’ll be able enjoy before a show or film.

We already offer pizzas before all live shows. But over the coming months, our chefs will be cooking up new ideas and adding them to the menu. Follow our progress and find out what’s new via our website and across our socials.

Swan Lake

SUN 28 APR 2PM

Classical ballet’s most powerful tale of love, treachery and forgiveness.

210mins (incl. two intervals)

Das Rheingold

THU 21 SEP 7.15PM

A bold new imagining of the first chapter of Wagner’s Ring cycle.

170mins (no interval)

Experience the spectacle of the Royal Opera House from the comfort of The Roses in its 2023/24 Live Cinema Season.

For full details on each production, please visit rosestheatre.org

L’Elisir d’Amore

SUN 8 OCT 2PM

Laurent Pelly’s muchloved staging of Donizetti’s intoxicating and witty comedy.

210mins (incl. one interval)

Don Quixote

THU 9 NOV 7.15PM

Acosta’s production brings the Spanish heat and romance of Cervantes’ classic novel to life.

210mins (incl. two intervals)

THE ROYAL BALLET

THE ROYAL OPERA

THE ROYAL OPERA

THE ROYAL BALLET

Yasmine Naghdi as Odette in Swan Lake, The Royal Ballet © 2018 ROH.

Photograph by Bill Cooper

The Nutcracker

TUE 12 DEC 7.15PM

Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive treat for the whole family.

170mins (incl. one interval)

Rusalka

SUN 28 JAN 2PM

This poetic, contemporary new staging of Dvořák’s lyric fairy tale reveals our uneasy relationship with the natural world.

225mins (incl. one interval)

Manon

THU 8 FEB 7.15PM

Torn between her desire of a life of splendour and riches and her devotion to her true love, the capricious Manon pays the ultimate price.

195mins (incl. two intervals)

THE ROYAL OPERA

Madama Butterfly

FRI 29 MAR 7.15PM

Puccini’s devastating tragedy about a young geisha who falls in love with an American naval officer.

195mins (incl. one interval)

Macmillan Celebrated

TUE 9 APR 7.15PM

The Royal Ballet celebrates the breadth of Principal Choreographer Kenneth MacMillan’s one-act ballets.

195mins (incl. two intervals)

Carmen

SUN 5 MAY 2PM

Damiano Michieletto’s sizzling new production of Bizet’s everpopular opera.

220mins (incl. one interval)

The Winter’s Tale

WED 22 MAY 7.15PM

Shakespeare’s profound story of love and loss, artfully adapted by Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon, celebrates its tenth anniversary.

200mins (incl. two intervals)

Message In A Bottle

THU 30 MAY 7.20PM

The iconic songs of Sting. The electrifying choreography of Kate Prince. This is a tale of hope.

120mins (incl. one interval)

Andrea Chénier

TUE 11 JUN 7.15PM

Jonas Kaufmann headlines David McVicar’s spectacular staging of Giordano’s epic historical drama.

195mins (incl. one interval)

Members Friends and Patrons of The Roses get £1 off per ticket.

Multibuy Buy tickets to 3 or more different Event cinema screenings and get £1.50 off per ticket

THE ROYAL OPERA

THE ROYAL BALLET

THE ROYAL BALLET

THE ROYAL OPERA

A SADLER’S WELLS & UNIVERSAL MUSIC UK PRODUCTION

THE ROYAL OPERA

Get the best price for you

16–25s

A limited number of seats are available at £5 off the advertised price across many live events and live screenings that offer concessions. Please show ID on collection of tickets. (Excludes Price Band C and Pantomime).

Season Multibuy

Plan ahead and save on live shows! All tickets must be booked at the same time for the discount to apply. Not available on Band C seats or in conjunction with any other offer. Only available on specified shows.

Discounts per ticket:

£3.50 off when you buy 4+ live shows

£3.00 off when you buy 3 live shows

£2.50 off when you buy 2 live shows

Save money with our ticket offers and concessions. Check the live and film listings to see where they apply.

Family

£2 off up to 2 adult tickets when accompanied by up to 4 children. Discount is automatically applied at checkout. Under 3s go free, provided they sit on a parent or guardian’s lap.

Groups & Schools

We offer a competitive discount to group bookers (buy ten tickets and get the 11th free). Available on the majority of live shows and all films.

Please contact our Box Office at boxo@rosestheatre.org or call 01684 295074 to enquire.

FURTHER DISCOUNTS

Where specified, concessions are available for:

Children aged 3–15 (under 3s go free, provided they sit on a parent or guardian’s lap).

Those in receipt of state pension, Universal Credit or other benefits (proof of eligibility may be required).

Registered carers are entitled to half price admission (proof of eligibility may be required).

…and take a seat!

REAR OF AUDITORIUM

Accessibility:

*Row H has level access and is reserved for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues. Row H is not available to book online so please call our Box Office on 01684 295074 to book.

Guide dogs are welcome.

Hearing: A hearing loop is in operation for film screenings (auditorium only); just turn your hearing aid to T.

Disclaimer:

Please note discounts are not available on Band C seats or in conjunction with other offers.

Banded pricing does not apply to films or pantomimes.

There’s a place for everyone in our auditorium. Our box office staff can help find what’s best for you.

Simon Kempston

TUE 3 OCT 8PM

Scottish singer-songwriter and leading acoustic fingerstyle guitarist Simon Kempston has toured the world performing his highly original, contemporary acoustic folk/ blues songs and music, and is a unique talent.

An inspiring, poetic lyricist, Simon’s live performances are intense and impassioned, the subject matter chiefly Scottish, yet with universal appeal. In this special concert he returns to Tewkesbury in support of his brand new, critically acclaimed album ‘You Can’t Win Every Time’.

Music in Eric’s Bar.

That’ll Be The Day

WED 4 & THU 5 OCT 7.30PM

That’ll Be The Day returns for another momentous celebration of the most iconic moments in music and comedy from the 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s. Uproarious comedy sketches combine with breathtaking vocals and dazzling musicianship to bring you the ultimate feel good experience that will leave you singing and dancing.

The Mark Harrison Band

SAT 7 OCT 7.30PM

Described by BBC Radio 2 as ‘quirky’ and an artist who ‘makes you think afresh’, Mark Harrison is a totally original songwriter, a stunning guitarist, and a master storyteller.

Mark’s live shows are wellknown not only for the music but also for his introductions and explanations of the songs, delivered in a manner often described as ‘wry’ and ‘dry’.

Mark is joined by Charles Benfield on double bass and vocals and Ben Welburn on drums and percussion.

Tickets All £16.50

Tickets All £31.00

Tickets £27.00 £23.50 £20.00

Discounts Season Multibuy Concessions

POPULAR MUSIC

THE SCOTSMAN

FOLK MUSIC

FOLK MUSIC

Unknown Realms

THU 12 OCT 7.30PM

The world we once knew is becoming one we have yet to understand…

Rooted in African and contemporary culture, ACE dance and music collaborate with two internationally acclaimed male choreographers Serge Aimé Coulibaly and Vincent Mantsoe.

Performed against dynamic multidimensional soundscapes by Andy Garbi and Yvan Talbot, two stunning contrasting works examine the past and present. Six dancers rise from the ashes with powerful explosive dance that uncovers the rich history of lives lived; memories, human struggle and people letting go…

See page 6 to find out how to perform alongside these talented dancers!

Tickets £24.00 £20.50 £17.00

Discounts Family, Season Multibuy, Concessions

Lost in Music

FRI 13 OCT 7.30PM

Join us as we recreate the Magical 70s taking you on a musical journey straight to the heart of disco!

Relive some of the greatest songs of all time from artists including Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge and Chic.

The feel-good show of the year! Lose yourself with us and leave your troubles at home!

The Roy Orbison Story

SAT 14 OCT 7.30PM

Experience the unforgettable sound of a generation with the one and only Barry Steele, alongside an extraordinary ensemble of talented musicians and singers, as together they pay homage to the timeless music of Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, and The Traveling Wilburys.

When it comes to authenticity and true musical mastery, there’s only one name you need to know: Barry Steele! All performed 100% live in concert for one night only.

“True identikit brilliance”

THE STAGE

Tickets All £32.00

Tickets All £28.50

TALKS

The Makings of a Murderer

WED 18 OCT 7.30PM

A chilling, thrilling, night with The Scottish Detective, David Swindle.

From Jack the Ripper, Peter Tobin, Harold Shipman and Peter Sutcliffe to the ‘Killer Couples’ – Fred and Rose West and The Moors Murderers Ian Brady and Myra Hindley, get the detective’s perspective, the early warning signs and the clues behind The Makings of a Murderer!

A unique insight into the minds of the murderers, what made them tick, how they were caught, famous unsolved cases, from someone on the inside.

Adults only

Tickets All £32.00

“Party the night away . . . you’ll love it”

BBC

RADIO TEES

POPULAR MUSIC

POPULAR MUSIC

Down for the Count

FRI 20 OCT 7.30PM

Join the UK’s hardest swinging band Down for the Count All-Stars for “one hellova celebration of vintage music” (TimeOut London) as they celebrate A Century of Swing. Be taken on a musical voyage through time as the band brings a taste of the best London jazz clubs to Tewkesbury. You’ll hear instrumental songs from the likes of Duke Ellington and Glenn Miller, alongside vocal classics from singers such as Nat ‘King’ Cole and Ella Fitzgerald, all presented with Down for the Count’s own unmistakable brand of wit and humour.

“Awesome!!!”

MICHAEL BUBLÉ

Tickets £27.00

£23.50

£20.00

Discounts Season Multibuy

Concessions

Bumper Blyton: For Grown-Ups

SAT 21 OCT 7.30PM

A riotous improvised parody chock full of puns and innuendo, in the style of the Nation’s favourite author, Enid Blyton.

Cast yourself back to your childhood in a show that’s spontaneous and utterly unique every time, with this satirical take on childhood favourite books like The Famous Five and Mallory Towers.

A cast of the UK’s best-known and Award Winning improvisers (as seen in: Austentatious, Showstoppers! and TV’s Doctor Who) invent an hilarious improvised adventure live on the hoof based on audience suggestions. Performed in vintage costume with music and songs, the show offers an hilarious tongue-in-cheek homage.

It’s Enid Blyton... For grown-ups!

Age suitability: 12+

Tickets £23.00 £19.50 £16.00

Discounts Season Multibuy, Concessions

JAZZ MUSIC

Talon: Hotel California Tour

2023

THU 26 OCT 7.30PM

Talon perform the Eagles iconic album, Hotel California, from beginning to end plus all of the greatest hits, including Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin’ Eyes and many more in this spectacular music production for autumn 2023.

This world class seven-piece band have, over the last quarter of a century, completely transcended the tag of ‘tribute’ and become not only revered by their peers, but dearly loved by their fans.

ENTERTAINMENT

Mum’s the Word

FRI 27 OCT 7.30PM

The mother of all shows. The stuff nobody tells you about parenthood…until it’s too late! Whether it’s leaving the house without your bra, crying in the supermarket aisles for no reason, or secretly thinking you had given birth to E.T. You won’t feel alone when listening to these women portray the ‘beauty’ of bringing new life into the world… or forgetting where they left it. If you’re a mum-to-be, about to have your first grandchild or even the cat’s mother in need of a witty romp through the trials and tribulations of parental life, then this is the show for you!

Counterfeit Stones

SAT 28 OCT 7.30PM

The Counterfeit Stones are more than a tribute to the Rolling Stones, they’re a complete re-enactment.

With a healthy smattering of ‘Spinal Tap’ humour, their performances take on an almost cartoon-like air.

The theatre production is essentially a mockumentary of the Rolling Stones’ colourful history from 1962. The repertoire, instruments and clothes faithfully match those of the originals, and the show has been affectionately described as a masterpiece in ‘fraud rock and hookey nostalgia’

Tickets £30.00

£26.50

£23.00

Discounts Season Multibuy Concessions

Tickets All £29.00

Tickets All £28.00

POPULAR MUSIC

POPULAR MUSIC

Crimes on Centre Court

TUES 31 OCT 7.30PM

The chair of The Whombledun International Invitational Tennis Tournament has died and his son, Hugh, is suspicious. The police won’t take the case so Hugh calls in Perry & Penny Pink, private investigators.

What transpires has all the hallmarks of multi-awardwinning New Old Friends particular brand of theatrical hilarity: a cast of four performers play countless characters with quick-fire changes and quicker wits. Expect mirth, murder and mayhem, with a side of tennis.

Plastic Paradiso

THU 2 NOV 2PM

By Claire Benson

A Pavilion Dance South West Production

There was once a wide, windswept place, near nowhere and close to forgotten, that was filled with things that nobody wanted...

This gentle and timely dance theatre show for children and their grown-ups tells a story about resilience and friendship, whilst raising awareness about plastic in our oceans.

A touching story with hope at its heart, Plastic Paradiso is based on the children’s book ‘The Tin Forest’. Set on a barren, plastic-filled island, it tells the story of a lone inhabitant who befriends and helps an injured bird so it can fly again. The bird returns to the island with a seed to rewild the island and gives new meaning to their friendship.

Most suitable for ages 4–11yrs

Running time: 45 mins

Tickets £27.00

£23.50

£20.00

Discounts Season Multibuy Concessions

Tickets All £12.00

Discounts Family

DRAMA

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

The Big Local Night Out

FRI 3 NOV 7.30PM

The Big Local Night Out brings together local talent alongside guest artists from the top of the UK’s performing arts scene. Each event is fully funded, enabling The Roses to retain 100% of the ticket income, sustaining arts and culture here in Tewkesbury.

This evening’s Big Local Night Out features Sarah Téibo – a MOBO nominated UK based Gospel singer who launched her solo career in October 2015 with the release of her debut single ‘Steal My Joy’.

POPULAR MUSIC

The Ultimate Boy Band Party Show

SAT 4 NOV 7.30PM

These five bad boys with the power to rock you promise an unparalleled night of non-stop nostalgia in this exciting new theatre tour.

Grab your friends for a party like no other as you’re taken on a journey of chart topping hits from Blue, Boyzone, NSync, Westlife, to Backstreet Boys, Take That and many more.

Featuring over 30 pop classics including One Love, Words, Love Me For A Reason, Bye Bye Bye, Uptown Girl, Flying Without Wings, I Want It That Way, Pray and Relight My Fire, The Ultimate Boyband Party Show is the essential feel good night out.

ENTERTAINMENT

Marti Pellow

SUN 5 NOV 7.30PM

Join us for Pellow Talk – The Lost Chapter, an exploration of the songwriter, and the songs that make the man.

Marti says: “It has been the most intimate show I’ve done… I wanted to do some more shows in this way and The Lost Chapter is a reimagined show that connects you, the audience, with me, the songwriter. I’ve been thrilled with the response to Pellow Talk”

Tickets All £15.00

Tickets £30.00 £26.50 £23.00

Discounts Season Multibuy Concessions

Tickets From £35.00

Swing from Paris

TUE 7 NOV 8PM

Often described as ‘the finest gypsy jazz in the Cotswolds’, Swing from Paris are a UK quartet of violin, guitars and double bass.

Inspired by the great swing bands of the 1930s and 40s, they present their own versions of music by Gershwin, Piazzolla, John Lewis, Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli.

Sam Hughes (guitar)

Andy Bowen (guitar)

Tomasz Williams (double bass)

Fenner Curtis (violin)

Music in Eric’s Bar.

The Nutcracker

SAT 11 NOV 2.30PM & 7.30PM

After last year’s successful premier, Crown Ballet returns this year to the UK to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker; the charming and kind fairy tale and one of the jewels of Tchaikovsky’s repertoire.

The original Christmas story is based on The Nutcracker and the Mouse King written by E.T.A. Hoffmann. It tells the story of Marie, a sad little girl, whose godfather, Drosselmeier, gives her a Nutcracker doll as a present on Christmas Eve. In her lively imagination it turns into a prince and the magic starts…

Tickets All £16.50

Tickets £30.00 £26.50 £23.00

Discounts Season Multibuy, Concessions

JAZZ MUSIC

Get Creative Showcase

SUN 12 NOV 4PM

This afternoon showcase is a fantastic celebration of community creativity.

Join us to see many of the groups that call The Roses home, including our resident choir and youth theatre, show off their incredible talents. There will also be appearances from special guests, including Artspace with a circus-themed performance.

Queenz

SAT 18 NOV 2.30PM & 7.30PM

Direct from their smash-hit run in London’s West End, with the moves of Britney and voices like Whitney these dragtastic divas will have you feeling fierce and fabulous before you know it!

With not a lip-sync in sight, they serve up a set list of remixed and reimagined pop anthems, including, Queen Of The Night, Born This Way, Raining Men, I Will Survive, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, Musical Mashups and so much more!

Get ready for the life-affirming, sequin-clad pop party we’ve all been waiting for!

MUSIC

The Roses Choir Carol Concert

SUN 26 NOV 3PM

Join The Roses’ choir for a cosy afternoon of carols and festive music. Our choir meet weekly during term time and perform regularly throughout the year; see page 06 for details on how to join them.

Includes mince pie and mulled wine!

Tickets All £7.00

Discounts Concessions

Tickets £30.00 £26.50

£23.00

Discounts Season Multibuy Concessions

Tickets All £10.00

Tewkesbury Town Band

SAT 9 DEC 7.30PM

Join Tewkesbury Town Band for their hugely popular annual Christmas concerts. Come in out of the cold and enjoy a great family Christmas concert with a selection of new and classic festive tunes and a few sing-a-long items too. Our ever popular Town Band is busy throughout the year with concerts, parades and festivals in the town and beyond. Finish off the year with some festive fun.

Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time

THU 14 DEC 7.30PM

Attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Come and join Ed as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs.

The Albion Band

THU 21 DEC 7.30PM

The Albion Christmas Band are widely regarded as the premier seasonal show, which has been touring for 23 years this year, attracting sell-out audiences across the UK.

Indeed, many people say that their Christmas doesn’t start until they have seen The Albion Christmas Band!

Featuring the combined talents of Simon Nicol (Fairport Convention), Kellie While (Albion Band), Simon Care (Edward II) and the Guvnor himself, Ashley Hutchings MBE, this show takes you on a guided tour through the Christmas customs of Britain.

Tickets All £15.00

Discounts Concessions

Tickets All £29.50

Tickets All £27.00

FOLK MUSIC

MUSIC COMEDY

“High quality standup from a master of observational comedy”

BROADWAY BABY

The Moscow Drug Club

FRI 19 JAN 7.30PM

A curious musical place where elements of Berlin Cabaret, Latin Tinge, French musette and storytelling meet...

Tickets: From £17.00 – £24.00

The King’s Voice

SAT 20 JAN 7.30PM

There’s only one Elvis Presley and there’s only one artiste who captures his spirit on stage – the inimitable Gordon Hendricks.

Tickets: All £29.50

The Take That Experience

FRI 26 JAN 7.30PM

A night you’ll never forget...

Tickets: All £29.50

Rave On

SAT 27 JAN 7.30PM

Head back to the fabulous 50s and swinging 60s in stunningly authentic style.

Tickets: From £21.00–£28.00

The Big Local Night Out

FRI 2 FEB 7.30PM

The last in the series features Joaquin Pedro Valdes.

Tickets: All £15.00

The Johnny Cash Roadshow

SAT 3 FEB 7.30PM

The “Sin & Redemption” Tour.

Tickets: All £29.50

The Greatest Magician: An Evening of Wonders

FRI 9 FEB 7.30PM

This dazzling, five star rated magic show, starring James Phelan, will leave you aching with laughter and dizzy in disbelief.

Tickets: From £26.50–£37.50

Discounts: Family

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

SAT 10 FEB 7.30PM

This international hit show features a full live band performing all the hits.

Tickets: From £21.00–£28.00

The King’s Voice

Rave On

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

POPULAR

Shape of You

THU 15 FEB 7PM

The amazing music of one of the world’s greatest singersongwriters, Ed Sheeran.

Tickets: From £21.50–£26.50

Discounts: Under 26

POPULAR

MUSIC

THU 22 FEB 7.30PM

The “Legendaries” comprises of members of the late Les McKeown’s final touring band: Scott McGowan, Phil Hendriks, Nick Gornall and Darren Lee.

Tickets: All £29.50

An Evening of Burlesque

SAT 24 FEB 7.30PM

A night of laughter, cabaret, mystery and glamour!

Tickets: All £32.50

Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke

THU 29 FEB 8PM

A playfully provocative brand of humour.

POPULAR

MUSIC COMEDY

SAT 9 MAR 7.30PM

The Rod Stewart Story –endorsed by Rod’s own family.

Tickets: All £29.50

COMEDY

The Scummy Mummies: GREATEST HITS

FRI 1 MAR 7.30PM

Join Ellie and Helen as they celebrate ten years of scumminess!

Tickets: All £25.50

ENTERTAINMENT POPULAR MUSIC

The ELO Experience

THU 7 MAR 7.30PM

A sensational tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra.

Tickets: All £29.50

COMEDY

THU 14 MAR 8PM

…And it’s goodbye from him. The farewell tour.

Tickets: All £25.50

POPULAR MUSIC

Jive Talkin’

FRI 15 MAR 7.30PM

A two hour explosion of music and vocal harmony – one of the best Bee Gees tributes on the circuit

Tickets: From £21.00–£28.00

An Evening of Burlesque

The Scummy Mummies

Jive Talkin’

Written by Miranda Walker

The Roses’ 2023 pantomime, Beauty And The Beast, is a classic tale brought bang up to date with a sharp, witty script that the whole family will love.

EXPLORE GLOUCESTERSHIRE ON SNOW WHITE (2022)

* Relaxed performance

** Rod Leaver memorial performance

*** BSL Signed performance Gold Shows £28.00 Blue Shows £24.00–£22.00

“This uproarious production has everything you could wish for in a family panto”

Sponsor The Roses Pantomime

A highlight of our calendar, the Roses Pantomime is a large part of our programme. We are looking for businesses and individuals to sponsor different areas of the production.

Both sponsorship packages include a bespoke press pack with PR support, opening night seats and hospitality. To find out more contact our Development Manager, Grace on grace.end@rosestheatre.org.

Sponsor the Chorus

£5,000

Every year the Roses Panto features a chorus of locally cast 8–14-year-olds. We are looking for support to keep improving the accessibility of this offer, increasing the diversity of the children involved. To do this we need a range of extra support behind the scenes from chaperones to extra choreography sessions. In 2023 we hope to be able to welcome our first disabled chorus member on stage – help us create this amazing opportunity.

Sponsor the Writer’s Commission

£10,000

In 2023 the Roses are launching a commissioning programme for underrepresented writers. The scheme includes a mentoring programme with BAFTA award winning writers. We’re looking for businesses that align with supporting new and next generation talent.

BOOKING INFORMATION

Opening Hours

Performance Days

Monday–Friday: 10am–4pm and 6pm–7.30pm

Saturday: 9.30am–1pm and 1 hour before the start of any event.

Sunday: 1 hour before the start of any event.

Non Performance Days

Monday–Friday: 10am–4pm

Note: Opening times may vary to accommodate select circumstances, events and commitments.

How to Book

By phone: 01684 295074

Online: rosestheatre.org

In person at Box Office during opening hours. Please telephone the Box Office if you are a group booker, or someone with a disability who would like a Row H seat, or if you are a carer and are making a booking on behalf of someone else.

Access

We welcome all customers; please advise Box Office if you require special assistance.

Wheelchair spaces are available in Row H. To book Row H please call Box Office as they cannot currently be booked online.

Guide dogs welcome.

Hearing: A hearing loop is in operation for film screenings (auditorium only); just turn your hearing aid to T.

Please get in touch with us if you require the brochure printed as a large format word document.

Fees & Charges

A postage charge of £2.00 per booking applies if you wish to have your tickets posted to you. You can avoid this charge by collecting your tickets from the Box Office or requesting e-tickets. A voluntary contribution will be requested with each transaction to help secure the future of The Roses.

Reservations & Refunds

Reservations: Payment is required for reserved tickets within 3 days of the reservation, or 3 days prior to the date of the event, whichever is the soonest. Any reserved tickets not paid for by this time will be released.

Exchanges: At our discretion, tickets can be exchanged for a different performance of the same event. An administration fee of £2 per ticket applies. We do not offer exchanges on tickets for different events.

Refunds: We do not offer refunds on any tickets unless the event is cancelled or postponed. If you are unable to attend a performance, and the performance is sold out, we may offer to resell your tickets. Members may be credited on performances that they are unable to attend provided we are notified prior to the event. Refund protection is available at point of purchase.

Terms & Conditions

Only food and drinks purchased on the premises can be consumed whilst at The Roses. We reserve the right to refuse admission to intoxicated or disorderly people. Age guidance stated for live shows (where applicable) is provided by the visiting companies. The Roses is unable to accept responsibility for accuracy.

Getting Here

Address: Sun Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 5NX

By car: Please see the map (left) for our location. The Roses is opposite several large pay and display car parks, which have unlimited free parking after 5.30pm every day.

By bus: The nearest bus stops to The Roses are in Sun Street, or outside Boots. Please check bus timetables for current information. Find out more at rosestheatre.org