What's On Guide - Jan 2023

A Theatre For Everyone

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE After one of our busiest ever years in 2022, we can’t wait to share with you the incredible events we’ve got coming up at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House in 2023.

Our comedy programme remains one of the strongest in the region, with David O’Doherty, Jimeoin, Judi Love, Sara Pascoe, Mark Steel, Babatunde Aléshé and Phil Wang all on our listings before we even reach summer! Tyne To Stand Up returns on International Women’s Day, in aid of Rape Crisis, shining a light on fantastic women comedians in the North East.

Brace yourself for the ghost story experience of the year with The Wicked Lady in February. Other unmissable Theatre shows include Walk Like A Man, celebrating the 60th anniversary of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, WEOS present the classic musical Fiddler on the Roof and Tyne Theatre Productions present School of Rock, based on the hit film, a sensational testimony to the transforming power of music!

Folk music fans will love Simon & Garfunkel: Through The Years and Levellers Acoustic Tour, while film music fans should check out The Magical Music of Harry Potter.

We also have some huge names taking to our stage in conversation including Danny Baker, Kevin Keegan, Grayson Perry, Fran Lebowitz and Priscilla Presley.

For the ultimate night out, try the drag show with incredible live vocals Queenz: The Show With Balls, Disco Inferno for non-stop disco classics, be transported to the glamorous underworld of Paris with the ultimate tribute to Moulin Rouge; Come What May, or get involved yourself with Choir!Choir!Choir!’s Epic 80’s Singalong.

The whole family will enjoy Circus Spectacular and the Rapunzel Easter Panto, while the little ones will love our upcoming Julia Donaldson adaptations; Room on the Broom and Zog. But make sure you get a babysitter for the hilarious Scummy Mummies – Greatest Hits Tour!

Don’t miss out on all of this, and so much more, make sure to check out our website and social media channels for the most up-to-date listings - we’re always adding exciting new shows to our programme.

Your visit and ongoing support ensures we can keep our doors open and lights on, so thank you!

TAKE A TOUR A day out at the Tyne Theatre & Opera House will take you back over 150 years.

The one hour tour of the building will explore all areas, including the understage, backstage and many other secret areas never seen on a normal visit. Your tour guide will highlight tales of its stars, its shows and even its ghosts…

Tours cost £7.50 per person. All tours begin at 11am unless otherwise stated.

Guided Tours take place once a month on a Saturday. For details of dates and to book please see our website.

Private Tours for groups or schools are also available upon request, please email info@tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk for further information.

Please note that visitors with restricted mobility will have limited access.

PRUE LEITH - NOTHING IN MODERATION

Friday 3rd February 8:00pm (Recommended 12+) £31 - £25

THE MUSICAL BOX – THE LAMB LIES DOWN ON BROADWAY

Saturday 4th February 7:00pm doors £50.50 - £30.50

HAPPY HOUR LIVE - THE ROUND SHEEP TOUR

UKRAINIAN NATIONAL OPERA PRESENTS CARMEN

Friday 10th February 7:30pm (Show content 16+) £20.50

Tuesday 21st February 7:30pm £35 - £29

Dnipro Opera performs Carmen – feel the thrill of fiery passion, jealously and violence of 19th century Seville Bizet’s most popular opera, accompanied by a live orchestra of over 30 musicians.

AN AUDIENCE WITH KEVIN KEEGAN

WALK LIKE A MAN

Sunday 12th February 7:45pm £195 - £35

Friday 24th February 7:30pm £27 - £22

THE WICKED LADY

DANNY BAKER: AT LAST… THE SAUSAGE SANDWICH TOUR

Friday 17th & Saturday 18th February 7:30pm (plus 2:30pm Sat) (15+) £27 - £21

CIRCUS SPECTACULAR

Sunday 19th February 3:00pm £18.50 - £16.50, £65 Family Ticket

Sunday 26th February 7:30pm £28.50

FRANKIE BOYLE: LAP OF SHAME (SOLD OUT) Monday 27th February 7:30pm (16+) No latecomers, readmittance or phones/recording £26

FEB-MAR DAVID O’DOHERTY: WHOA IS ME

Monday 6th March 8:00pm (14+) £24

TYNE TO STAND UP… AGAIN!

Wednesday 8th March 8:00pm (16+) £10

THE MYTH OF SERIAL KILLER PROFILING

ROOM ON THE BROOM

Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories’ fun-filled adaptation of the best-selling picture book

by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

A magical Olivier Award-nominated show for everyone 3 and up.

Thursday 9th March 7:30pm (16+) £22

Tuesday 14th & Wednesday 15th March Tue: 1:30pm & 4:00pm, Wed: 11:00am & 1:30pm £14 - £12, Group offers available

JIMEOIN - THE CRAIC!

Friday 10th March 7:30pm £20.50

SARA PASCOE: SUCCESS STORY

Thursday 16th March 7:30pm £25 - £16

SIMON & GARFUNKEL: THROUGH THE YEARS

LEVELLERS ACOUSTIC TOUR

Saturday 11th March 7:30pm £30.50 – £27.50

Friday 17th March 7:30pm £36

Performed by Bookends – a delicate recreation of The Sound of Silence, Mrs Robinson, Bridge Over Troubled Water and more against a backdrop of iconic imagery. A masterpiece.

TYNE THEATRE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS SCHOOL OF ROCK

Based on the film, School of Rock follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star who decided to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school and turning a call of straight-A pupils into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band.

But can he get them to the Battle of the Bands without their parents and the school’s headmistress finding out?

Tuesday 21st - Saturday 25th March 7:00pm (plus 2:00pm Sat) £20 - £16, Groups: buy 10 get 1 free

MAR-APR DAVE GORMAN: POWERPOINT TO THE PEOPLE Saturday 18th March 7:30pm £28.50

DICK & DOM IN DA BUNGALOW LIVE

Wednesday 29th March 7:30pm £27, £42.50 M&G

DISCO INFERNO

COME WHAT MAY

Come What May is The Ultimate Tribute to Moulin Rouge starring Strictly Come Dancing star ROBIN WINDSOR and a cast of top West End performers.

Travel back in time as the children of the revolution take you on all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza, into the sexy, disreputable, and glamorous underworld of Paris.

Saturday 1st April 7:30pm £27 - £22

Sunday 26th March 7:30pm £29.50

QUEENZ: THE SHOW WITH BALLS!

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, ‘Born This Way, Raining Men, I Will Survive, Musical Mashups and so much more!

Friday 31st March 7:30pm (Contains adult content) £26

ONE NIGHT IN DUBLIN

ONE NIGHT IN DUBLIN is coming to Newcastle! The legendary Wild Murphys will set up Murphy’s Pub guaranteeing one glorious night of high-energy Irish Music and more than a little bit of Irish Craic.

The multi-award-winning Irish band The Wild Murphys features the very best traditional Irish musicians playing a thrilling mix of traditional and contemporary tunes guaranteed to have the audience’s hands clapping and toes tapping all night long.

Thursday 30th March 7:30pm £24, Buy 10 get 1 free

MAR-APR

CHOIR!CHOIR!CHOIR! EPIC 80S SINGALONG

AN EVENING WITH PRISCILLA PRESLEY

Sunday 2nd April 7:30pm £21

Thursday 6th April 8:00pm £56 - £48.50

The Epic 80’s Singalong! NOTHING BEATS THE 1980s!

NOTHING! Choir!Choir!Choir! is a show where the crowd is the star. There are no auditions - show up and they’ll have you singing in harmony in no time!

Actress and businesswoman Priscilla Presley, in intimate conversation with Edith Bowman, will share personal stories from her illustrious career, life and marriage to the King of Rock n Roll. Audiences will be treated to never-before-seen home footage of Priscilla and Elvis Presley.

ENCHANTED ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS: RAPUNZEL EASTER PANTO

Don’t miss another fun-filled Easter pantomime from the same team behind The Wizard of Oz and Beauty and the Beast. With a star cast, impressive music, energetic dance routines as well as plenty of jokes, slapstick and heaps of audience participation!

Starring comedy legend BOBBY DAVRO, Britain’s Got Talent Winner – Collabro’s MATT PAGAN and Tyne Theatre panto favourite LEWIS DENNY. Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th April Sat: 3:00pm & 7:00pm, Sun: 1:00pm & 5:00pm £21 - £19, £75 Family ticket

WEOs musical productions PR ESENTS

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12th-15th April 2023 Based on Sholem Aleichem stories by special permission of ARNOLD PERL Book by Music by Lyrics by WEOS MUSICAL PRODUCTIONS PRESENT FIDDLER ON THE ROOF JOSEPH JERRY BOCK SHELDON HARNICK WEOS Musical Productions, the company behind previous musical STEIN successes Top Hat, My Fair Lady and The Sound of Music, return to the Tyne Theatre & Opera House stage in Spring with Fiddler on the Roof. on the New York Stage by HAROLD PRINCE Produced

With music by Jerry Bock and lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, theNew score classicDirected songs such as If I Were abyRich Man,ROBBINS Tradition, Original Yorksoars Stage with Production and Choreographed JEROME Sunrise Sunset and more in this most charming and popular musical.

Performed at Tyne Theatre and Opera House

Wednesday 12th - Saturday 15th April 2:00pm & 7:00pm £25 - £12, Group Offer: Buy 10 get 1 Free This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI, www.mtishows.co.uk.

AN EVENING WITH FRAN LEBOWITZ

American original and purveyor of urban cool Fran Lebowitz (Pretend It’s A City) stands out as one our most insightful social commentators. Lebowitz will be live in conversation, sharing her invariably cutting take on anything and everything. Do not miss it.

Monday 17th April 7:30pm £41 – £26

KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD BAND “THE TROUBLE IS… 25TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR”

To celebrate the announcement of the release of ‘Trouble Is…25’, The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band are back on the road, and will be playing songs from their iconic album, ‘Trouble Is…’

Thursday 20th April 7:30pm (14+) £45 – £30

APR-MAY THE MAGICAL MUSIC OF HARRY POTTER

Satruday 22nd April 7:30pm £69.90 – £29.90

I’VE GOT A JOB FOR YOU GAV – PREMIER SCREENING (BISTRO BAR) Tuesday 2nd May 8:00pm (16+) £10

TEST MATCH SPECIAL: THE ASHES

AN EVENING AND A LITTLE BIT OF A MORNING WITH MARK STEEL

Friday 21st April 7:30pm £46 – £21

Friday 5th May 8:00pm (14+) £18

After a sell-out live tour in 2022, the Test Match Special team are back on the road. Join Jonathan ‘Aggers’ Agnew and Australia bowling legend Glenn McGrath for an evening of stories, memories, and predictions ahead of a massive Ashes summer.

SCUMMY MUMMIES GREATEST HITS TOUR

For a decade now, the Scummy Mummies have been touring their hit comedy show to sold-out audiences around the country.

Now they’re bringing all their most-loved songs, sketches and stand-up together for a night that will make you laugh till a bit of wee comes out.

Wednesday 3rd May 7:30pm (18+) £22

DONATE

SUPPORT US

Did you know we are an independent charity? The building is owned by the Tyne Theatre & Opera House Preservation Trust (charity no. 1120746) and operated by the Trust’s subsidiary company. As a non-profit organisation with no regular external funding, we could not do this without your help.

The easiest way to make a small donation is to text TYNETHEATRE 3 to 70450 to donate £3. You can also donate a different sum by changing the text, e.g. TYNETHEATRE 5 to give £5. Texts cost the donation amount plus one standard rate message.

You can make a PayPal donation online by scanning the QR code here or visiting our PayPal Giving Fund page.

Why not pop a cash donation into one of our collection boxes in the building, including our beautiful interactive donation box in the foyer!

Start a campaign

NAME A SEAT

It’s a super easy way to show your support at no cost to you – maybe for your birthday or in honour of a loved one. You can start a fundraising campaign for the Theatre’s benefit on GoFundMe or on Facebook.

Leave a lasting legacy of your support and join Sarah Millican, Chris Ramsey, Carl Hutchinson and 70+ other theatre lovers who have sponsored a seat in our historic auditorium.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for a theatre-goer in your life or want to promote your business in style, why not name a seat at the beautiful Tyne Theatre & Opera House.

A commemorative plaque will be attached to the refurbished seat and remain there for the next 10 years. You’ll also receive a commemorative certificate and acknowledgement of your support on our website.

Cost: £150 (also payable in instalments) For further information visit our website: tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk/support-us | Email: info@tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk | Tel: 0191 243 1171

JOIN OUR FRIENDS’ CLUB You will receive waived booking-fees, exclusive priority booking links for selected shows, a free theatre tour, ticket discounts for selected shows and other exclusive rewards.

Annual Membership cost: £30.

For further information and full T&Cs, visit our website: tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk/support-us

ADVERTISE WITH US

Email: info@tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk | Tel: 0191 243 1171

For over 150 years, our iconic venue has remained an asset in Newcastle upon Tyne’s cultural scene and an integral independent, not-for-profit organisation since 2015.

We are situated in a prominent city-centre location, along Westgate Road, just a stone’s throw from Newcastle Central Station.

We are keen to spotlight local restaurants, cafes, hotels, retailers and businesses in the interest of promoting them to our audiences.

Contact us today to discuss bespoke long-term or one-off advertising packages which can include social media posts, website features, mailing list features, brochure advertising & more.

Contact: lena.moss@tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

BABATUNDE ALÉSHÉ: BABAHOOD

GARY DELANEY: GARY IN PUNDERLAND

Saturday 6th May 8:00pm (16+) £14.50

Saturday 10th June 8:00pm (Recommended 16+) £21

PHIL WANG – WANG IN THERE, BABY!

MY THERAPIST GHOSTED ME *ADDITIONAL DATE*

Sunday 7th May 7:30pm (16+) £23

Wednesday 14th June & Saturday 20th May 8:00pm (14+) £31

TIM VINE: BREEEEP!

ZOG

Thursday 18th May 7:30pm (12+) £26

Tues 20th - Thurs 22nd June Tues: 4:30pm, Wed: 10:30pm, 4:30pm, Thurs: 10:30pm, 1:30pm, 4:30pm £16 – £14, Group and School offers available

THE ONE LIKE JUDI LOVE

Friday 19th May 8:00pm (14+) £22

NOEL MILLER: EVERYTHING IS F#&ED

Sunday 21st May 7:30pm (18+) £38.50 - £25

MTS PRESENT LEGALLY BLONDE Friday 2nd - Sunday 4th June Fri 7:30pm, Sat 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm £19 - £13

SOLVE-ALONG-A-MURDER-SHE-WROTE

Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns to Newcastle with an interactive screening of the classic Murder, She Wrote episode “Sing a Song of Murder”. Jessica Fletcher visits London for a murder mystery only she (or you!) can solve.

Friday 23rd June 7:30pm (18+) £21, Groups buy 10 get one free

MAY-JUN

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GREATEST SHOW CIRQUE – THE GREATEST SHOW

Escape the ordinary and enter the world of the extraordinary!

Musical theatre meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular as showstoppers from everyone’s favourite West End hits combine with breath-taking, amazing aerialists, incredible contortionists, and thrilling feats of agility and flair. . . A monochrome life bursts into kaleidoscopic colour in this smash-hit circus musical that’s fun for all the family.

Saturday 17th June 2:30pm & 7:30pm £29.50 - £27.50

THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA

Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music!

This international smash-hit tribute show brings all ABBA’s number one hits to the stage in a production like no other. Now in its 20th year! With a brand-new show for 2023.

Saturday 24th June 7:30pm £30.50 - £27.50

THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO

QUEEN RADIO GAGA

The Ultimate Celebration of Queen Be part of a night like no other as we recreate two magical hours of Queen live on stage.

Celebrating the musicianship, fun and showmanship, featuring all the hits: Don’t Stop Me Now, I Want to Break Free, We are the Champions, We Will Rock You, Bohemian Rhapsody and more.

Shake all over like a jellyfish as we say, Radio, someone still loves you!

Friday 7th July 7:30pm £30.50 - £27.50

ENCHANTED ENTERTAINMENT’S SUMMER MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOPS & PERFORMANCE 2023

Run by Enchanted Entertainment, producers of the Tyne Theatre Pantomimes, these workshops aimed at young people (aged 8-18) will centre on singing, acting and dancing performance techniques as well as general stage craft. All abilities welcome!

At the end of the week, children put all their hard work into a special performance on the stage in front of a live audience on Saturday 12th August!

Workshops: Monday 7th – Friday 11th August 2023 (9am-5pm) Performance: Saturday 12th August 2023 (6pm) Workshops: £170 Performance: £12.50

JUL-OCT THE WORLD FAMOUS ELVIS SHOW STARRING CHRIS CONNOR

Saturday 2nd September 7:30pm £29.50

ASTRAVAGANZA ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS OLIVER! Wednesday 6th – Saturday 9th September 7:15pm (plus 2.15pm on Sat) £32.50 - £15, Family ticket £105 - £95

CROONERS

FOIL, ARMS AND HOG: HOGWASH

Friday 22nd September 7:30pm £24

Wednesday 11th October 7:30pm £26 - £24

Foil, Arms & Hog are one of the internet’s most renowned comedy sketch groups and top selling act at Edinburgh Fringe for three consecutive years. Don’t miss ‘Hogwash’; a fast paced mix of sketches, improvisation, audience participation and talking suitcases.

TOM DAVIS: UNDERDOG

JOHN ROBINS: HOWL

Saturday 23rd September 8:00pm (14+) £22

Saturday 21st October 7:30pm (14+) £22.50

SH!T-FACED SHAKESPEARE: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

ANDY & THE ODD SOCKS – THE DIAL IT UP TO 11 TOUR

Saturday 7th October 7:30pm (16+) £22 - £25

Sunday 22nd October 12:00pm £35 - £17

SIMON BRODKIN: SCREWED UP

TOM ALLEN: COMPLETELY

Wednesday 18th October 8:00pm (14+) £23.50

Friday 27th & Saturday 28th October 8:00pm (14+) £24

AN E XPERIEN T I AL GHO S T S T ORY. DO YOU BELIEVE IN GHOSTS?

An experiential ghost story, unlike anything you have ever experienced before. Welcome to a haunting night at the theatre. Are you feeling brave?

If you are, join us, and we will tell you all the secrets of what goes on when the theatre goes dark. When the only thing to guide you is the Ghost Light. To keep mischievous spirits away – or maybe just to light the way for the ghosts who call it their home.

Thursday 12th October 7:30pm (Recommended 18+) £28 - £32

THE DRIFTERS

Monday 30th October 7:30pm £31.50

TWO MR P’S IN A PODCAST LIVE: THE SHOW AND TELL TOUR

Wednesday 1st November 7:30pm (16+) £23.50

STARLIGHT THEATRE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS NATIVITY THE MUSICAL Tues 14th - Sat 18th November 7:00pm (plus Thu 2:00pm, Sat 10:00am & 2:30pm) £29 – £19

GRAYSON PERRY: A SHOW ALL ABOUT YOU

What makes you, you? Grayson Perry takes a mischievous look at the nature of identity in his new show that will make you laugh, shudder, and reassess who you really are.

Thursday 9th November 7:30pm (16+) £43 - £26

OCT-NOV

CARL HUTCHINSON WATCH TILL THE END “CARL WAS BRILLIANT! HAVEN’T LAUGHED THAT MUCH IN AGES!” SKIDDLE- AUDIENCE REVIEW

“CARL WAS AS FUNNY AS EVER WITH JOKES WE COULD ALL RELATE TOO.” SKIDDLE- AUDIENCE REVIEW

“UNEXPECTED PUNCHLINES AND OCCASIONAL SLAPSTICK. A VERY CLEVER MIND AT WORK HERE.” FRINGE REVIEW

“ANIMATED DELIVERY OF UNIVERSALLY IDENTIFIABLE MATERIAL. ALL TOLD WITH AN EASY, ENGAGING CHARM.” CHORTLE

“THE ATMOSPHERE WAS FANTASTIC. CARL IS HILARIOUS AND WOULD MAKE ANYONE LAUGH.” SKIDDLE- AUDIENCE REVIEW

“OUTSTANDING NIGHT AS ALWAYS WITH CARL.” SKIDDLE- AUDIENCE REVIEW

@CPHUTCHINSON

WWW.CARLHUTCHINSON.NET

CARL HUTCHINSON: WATCH TILL THE END

@CARL_HUTCHINSON_COMEDY

Hutchinson is back with a brand new show for 2023. After a mammoth 87 date run in 2022, Carl capitalised and got right to work to produce his best show yet. If you’ve seen the Geordie in action before you know exactly what type of amazing night you’re in for. If you haven’t seen Carl, prepare to be dazzled by the UK comedy scene’s best kept secret.

Friday 24th & Saturday 25th November 7:30pm (14+) £21

ENCHANTED ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS: PETER PAN

Join the boy who never grows up… Peter Pan and take part in his adventures with Wendy as they fly off to Neverland and meet some fantastical characters along the way.

With a star cast, impressive live music, plenty of laughter and flying that will thrill the child in all of us. HOOK your tickets early to avoid disappointment… The CROC is ticking!

Friday 8th December 2023 – Sunday 7th January 2024 Various Times £27.50 – £16.50, Family ticket £99 – £73

BOOKING AND VENUE INFORMATION How to book…

Online: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk In person at the box office: Open Mon-Fri from 10am - 3:30pm (or until show start if there is a performance that evening). For weekend performances, box office will open a minimum of one and a half hours before show start.

Always buy your tickets through the venue or through the artist’s homepage. We are not liable for tickets bought through third party websites.

Concessions For performances where concessions are available, this applies to customers under the age of 16 and over the age of 60 unless otherwise stated. Where there is an option to select a family ticket, this refers to a family of 4, consisting of 1 adult and 3 children or 2 adults and 2 children (children must be under 16).

Access information Due to the age of the Grade 1 listed Victorian building, only the Stalls level seating is accessible for patrons with limited mobility as we have no lift in the Theatre. We have a total of 4 wheelchair spaces in the Stalls. There are accessible toilet facilities at the back of the auditorium and the Bistro Bar is accessible via a ramp. Assistance dogs are welcome in all areas of the Theatre. Whatever access needs you may have, please get in touch with our team in advance of booking if you have any questions regarding which seating is most suitable for you.

Accessibility/carer booking Carers are entitled to a free ticket for any show.

All accessible/carer bookings must go through our box office. For any of our upcoming shows, please ring 0191 243 1171 during box office opening hours and press ‘2’ for an accessible booking when prompted. If you have any additional needs or requirements which may mean you require specific seats, you can also contact our box office team.

Food & drink There are bars on all levels of the Theatre, including our main Bistro Bar on the ground floor. Alcoholic and soft beverages are available, plus snacks. We don’t offer any hot food or meal options.

Your safety Please be aware for the safety and comfort of our customers, we do perform bag searches. We have no cloakroom facility, so if possible, please do not bring unnecessary large personal items such as rucksacks, luggage or shopping bags. There is no alcohol, glass, cans, hot food or drinks permitted into the venue.

Babies and children In our policy, children 18 months or younger classify as Babes in Arms and will not need a ticket, though some shows aimed at younger children will have a different policy – this will be included in the event description. Children over 18 months old will need a ticket, even if you want to keep them on your lap.

Buggy storage We have a buggy/pram park at the back of the auditorium Stalls level. Please note that space is limited – our staff will try their best to help but if you are able to do without a buggy, we kindly ask that you leave it at home.

Booster seats We do have booster seats but they are limited – please ask a member of staff upon arrival. It’s perfectly acceptable if you want to keep your child on your knee as long as they’re not obstructing the view for people behind you.

Limited view seats We are a Victorian Grade 1 listed building, and the view from certain seats may be restricted, though this can vary depending on the performance. Limited view seats will be indicated on seating plans.

Lost tickets If you booked your tickets online through our website (Eventim), called our booking hotline or visited the Box Office, your ticket details will be in our system. If you bring your confirmation email or receipt with the booking reference number to the theatre, we can re-print your tickets for you (however, there will be a small reprinting fee per ticket). If you booked your tickets through another ticketing site, please return to the point of purchase for help.

Refunds Our tickets are non-refundable or exchangeable unless a show is postponed or cancelled. In these instances you can return your tickets to your point of purchase for a face value refund.

REFRESHMENTS

SUPPORT US

Can we tempt you?

We’ve got a wide range of drinks and refreshments available pre-show and during the interval (if applicable).

Alcoholic, soft and hot drinks. Plus locally sourced ice cream in a variety of flavours, popcorn, sweets, chocolate, crisps & more are all available to buy with cash or card.

Purchasing refreshments here is also a great way to support us as an independent venue - so it’s a win-win!

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12

9

7

13

10

8

5 4 3

15

12

10 9

6

E

7

6

11

8

7

12

9

8

13

10

9

11

10

D

11

A 2

6 9 5 8 7 6 5

C

4 B

B

41

43

40

42

1

D

43

39

41

2

42

42

38

40

37

39

3

41

41

4

40

40

36

38

35

37

4

E 39

39

34

36

2

40

38

38

33

35

2

39

37

37

32

34

C

38

36

36

31

33

3

37

35

35

30

32

D

A

36

34

34

29

31

3

42

4

2

5

3

6

A

A

2

43

1

B

39

35

33

33

A

30

GRAND CIRCLE

34

B

32

A 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 A

32

C

B 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 B

D

C 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 C

40

38

E

B 1

39

37

E 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 E

4

38

36

4

37

35

36

34

F 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 F

D 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 D

BOX CC

D

C

B

A

G 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 G

39

38

B

A

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 H

38

37

W

2

3 4

5

6

V

1

2 3

4

5

6

2 3

4

5

6

7

T

LIGHTING DESK

8

9

W 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 W

V 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 V

S

2

3 4

5

6

7

8

R

1

2 3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 R 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 R

Q

2

3 4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 Q 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

P

1

2 3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 P 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 P

N

1

2 3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 N 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 N

M

1

2 3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 M 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 M

L

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 L 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

K

1

2 3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 K 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 K

J

1

2 3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 J

H 2 3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 H 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 H

G 4

5

6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 G 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 G

F 6

7

8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 F 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 F

E

8

9

9 10 11 12 13

14 15 S 16 17

10 11 12 13 14 15 E 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 E

D 8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 D 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 D

C 8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 C 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 C

B 8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 B 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 B

A 8

9

10 11 12 13 14 15 A 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 A

1

4

2

5

3

6

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 S

24 25 26 27 28 Q

28 L

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 J

wheelchair

Group Bookings 0191 260 6062 Special Needs 0191 2606066

BOX DD

MIXER POSITION

10 11 12 13 14 15 T 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 T

wheelchair

0844 493 9999 www.thejournaltynetheatre.co.uk

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Views from Gallery may be limited due to distance from stage.

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