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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking, UK
Thu, 20th May 2010 - Sat, 22nd May 2010
From £12.00*Funny Thing Happened at the Rhoda McGaw Theatre.
A Little Princess
The Met, Main Theatre, The Met, UK
Sat, 3rd April 2010 - Sat, 3rd April 2010
From £6.00*The brilliant Image Musical Theatre returns with A Little Princess, interactive sing a long fun for all the family. This wonderful story of a parentless girl courageously resisting hunger and cruelty at the hands of her headmistress, Miss Minchin, is one of the most inspiring of all the children's classics. You can be the star of the show with the opportunity for some children to take part as actors and the whole audience as the chorus singers - this is family theatre at its very best.
ABBA Mania
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Sat, 6th November 2010 - Sat, 6th November 2010
From £17.50*‘ABBA MANIA’ is now accepted as the world’s Number One touring production, featuring a special concert presentation, which celebrates Abba’s music in a respectful and enjoyable way, reviving special memories of when Abba ruled the airwaves. Fresh from a smash hit tour of the South Africa, America and Hong Kong in 2009 ‘ABBA MANIA’ returns to the UK to bring old and new Abba fans a night not to be missed. If you’re looking for an excuse to party, reminisce or simply be entertained by the best music there has ever been, then ABBA MANIA is for you! Join in and enjoy all of your favourites including: ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Voulez Vous’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Winner Takes, It All’, ‘Super Trouper’ and many more. Fancy dress recommended!...
Abduction from the Seraglio
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Thu, 1st April 2010 - Thu, 1st April 2010
From £17.00*Belmonte’s lover Constanze is being held captive by Pasha Selim. If Belmonte is going to rescue Constanze he will have to get past the Pasha’s steward Osmin first. This may not necessarily sound like the premise of a comedy but The Abduction from the Seraglio is one of Mozart’s wittiest and most delightful creations. The joyous overture suggests a boisterous sense of fun, which is carried right through to the final curtain with stratospheric arias and blissful ensembles along the way. BBC Cardiff Singer of the World Rosenblatt Recital Song Prize winner Andrew Kennedy performs the role of Belmonte. James Robinson’s stylish production for Welsh National Opera is irresistibly entertaining, setting the opera on the Orient Express of the 1920s en route from Paris to Istanbul. Cast includes Andrew Kennedy as Belmonte, Lisette Oropesa as Constanze, Petros Magoulas as Osmin, Claire Ormshaw as Blonde and Wynne Evans as Pedrillo. Sung in German with surtitles in English. A co-production of Houston Grand Opera, Boston Lyric Opera, Opera Colorado, Lyric Opera of Kansas City, Minnesota Opera and Opera Pacific....
Across The Deep Blue Sea
The Met, Main Theatre, The Met, UK
Sat, 10th April 2010 - Sat, 10th April 2010
From £6.00*A tiny boat, a little lost man and the great wide ocean... How did he get there? How can he get home? And why does that fish keep biting him on the bottom? Singing whales, acrobatic dolphins and a multitude of deep-sea creatures swim to the surface in this fantastic aquatic adventure. This show features puppetry, animation, live-music, physical comedy and just the odd squirt of water. Suitable for all ages (5 and over). Prsented by Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company.
After The Dance
Wimbledon Studio, Wimbledon, UK
Tue, 13th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £14.00*Meet the young, not-so-bright things of the roaring 1920's, whose drunken escapades were chronicled by Evelyn Waugh, in his outrageously funny novels. Joan and David Scott-Fowler's Mayfair flat is the main social hotspot for their eccentric and carefree friends. Twelve years on and as the unstoppable socialites continue to age disgracefully, David's life is saved by his cousins young fiancé and when she offers him a chance to start his life again, he ends up losing much more than he bargained for. Master playwright, Terence Rattigan's exquisite dark comedy on love, nostalgia, greed and façade....
Aida
Royal Opera House, London, UK
Tue, 27th April 2010 - Sun, 16th May 2010
From £185.00*Verdi's Aida returns to the Royal Opera stage in a new production with a world-class cast headed by Marcelo Alvarez as the warrior Radames and Micaela Carosi as the captured princess of the title. This is a society from long ago, ordered by ritual, obesessed with death, driven by war and power. How can the future love of prisoner and captor survive against such forces? The intensity and tragedy of the story inspired Verdi to some of his most haunting, powerful and famous music. From the seductive slave dances to the triumphal march, from the passion of 'Celeste Aida' to the hauntingly heart-rending finale, this is some of the most memorable music that often seems to suspend time itself make Aida one of the unique experiences of opera. The new production is by internationally acclaimed director David McVicar, who has several of The Royal Opera's most popular productions to his name. There are striking designs to evoke a strange and distant culture, there is the characteristically intense focus of McVicar's production. And of course there is glorious music given full reign by the forces of the Royal Opera's new Aida a star event of the whole Season....
Aladdin
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Fri, 3rd December 2010 - Sun, 9th January 2011
From £17.00*The Churchill's pantomime for 2010/2011 season.
All My Sons
Apollo Theatre, London, UK
Wed, 19th May 2010 - Sat, 11th September 2010
From £25.00*ALL MY SONS - the first great success of Arthur Miller's supremely influential career - is a compelling story of love, guilt and the corrupting power of greed. Joe Keller (David Suchet) is alleged to have supplied World War II fighter planes with defective engines, leading to the deaths of innocent pilots - a crime for which his business partner took the fall. One of Keller's sons, himself a pilot, is thought to have been killed in action. But his mother (Zoe Wanamaker) can't accept his death and equally, can't accept that her dead son's fiancée has transferred her affections to her other son. The confrontations that ensue lead to the uncovering of a shameful family secret......
All My Sons
Apollo Theatre, London, UK
Wed, 19th May 2010 - Sat, 11th September 2010
From £39.50*ALL MY SONS - the first great success of Arthur Miller's supremely influential career - is a compelling story of love, guilt and the corrupting power of greed. Joe Keller (David Suchet) is alleged to have supplied World War II fighter planes with defective engines, leading to the deaths of innocent pilots - a crime for which his business partner took the fall. One of Keller's sons, himself a pilot, is thought to have been killed in action. But his mother (Zoe Wanamaker) can't accept his death and equally, can't accept that her dead son's fiancée has transferred her affections to her other son. The confrontations that ensue lead to the uncovering of a shameful family secret......
All the Fun of the Fair
Garrick Theatre, London, UK
Tue, 20th April 2010 - Sun, 5th September 2010
From £39.00*DAVID ESSEX In ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR DIRECTED BY DAVID GILMORE Like Father like Son... They’ll take you for a ride! David Essex stars in the new musical ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR Featuring a mix of David Essex hits alongside brand new songs. With crafty cons and candy floss - dodgems and death-defying feats - fairground horses and fights - romance and rock n’roll - you’re sure to go on a rollercoaster of a ride. Inspired by David’s best selling album... ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR features a helter skelter of hits such as; WINTER’S TALE HOLD ME CLOSE GONNA MAKE YOU A STAR ME AND MY GIRL NIGHTCLUBBING SILVER DREAM MACHINE g ROCK ON Essex, who wrote All The Fun Of The Fair with Boogie Nights creator Jon Conway, is best known as a pop star, but has musical theatre credits including Godspell, Evita, Mutiny! and Footloose The Musical....
Amateur Transplants: In Theatre
Dancehouse Theatre, Quaytickets, UK
Fri, 4th June 2010 - Fri, 4th June 2010
From £15.50*Amateur Transplants (aka deviant doctors Adam Kay and Suman Biswas) sing smutty songs at a piano. They are "Superbly politically incorrect, gloriously funny" (Scotsman), "Very very funny indeed" (Radio 1) and "A cult hit" (Sunday Times). 6 million people downloaded the London Underground Song - you were potentially one of them.
American Bytes
Wimbledon Studio, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 7th April 2010 - Sat, 10th April 2010
From £10.00*Liminal Space Productions presents American Bytes directed & designed by Prav Menon- Johansson. The UK premier of five, short contemporary plays reflecting the diversity of American life. From Rosie, The Teddy Bear by Steven Bergman where an abandoned teddy bear recounts her life with Little Girl, to The Rental by Mark Harvey Levine when Valerie rents a boyfriend for singleton Sonja on her thirtieth birthday and The Greening of Bridget Kelly by Peter Snoad where Bridget explains the environmental benefits of killing her father to the local priest. These emergent US playwrights take us on a rollercoaster of emotions from love, loss and the attempt to make the world a better place to live....
An Evening with Blowers
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Wed, 26th May 2010 - Wed, 26th May 2010
From £16.00*When Blowers is at the microphone, laughter and a touch of wickedness are never far away as he laughs at himself and recounts great stories about his life and famous friends. A self-confessed old fart, a good deal of modern life gets up his nose - Political Correctness, Health and Safety and the EU all receive his withering attention. Blowers then answers questions from the audience on anything and everything – on and off the cricket pitch!
An Evening with Pam Ayres
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Sun, 21st March 2010 - Sun, 21st March 2010
From £17.00*Pam Ayres brings her current show to Stockport thirty-five years after she first appeared on the “Britain’s Got Talent” TV show of its day, “Opportunity Knocks”. Pam’s shows sell out wherever she appears, and her current show includes material from her bestselling books, SURGICALLY ENHANCED, WITH THESE HANDS, and THE WORKS, along with new poems and stories. Pam’s books still regularly appear in the bestseller charts, and many of her poems feature in school textbooks around the world. She’s a regular broadcaster on BBC Radio 4 in programmes such as Just A Minute, Quote Unquote, Loose Ends, and three of her own series Ayres On The Air. On TV Pam has recently been seen on QI, The One Show, The Paul O’Grady Show, and Countdown....
Anne Boleyn
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 24th July 2010 - Sat, 21st August 2010
From £35.00*World Premiere A celebration of a great English heroine, Anne Boleyn dramatises the life and legacy of Henry VIII’s notorious second wife. Anne Boleyn is traditionally seen either as a pawn manipulated by an ambitious father and his friends into the King’s bed, or as a sexually licentious predator, even a witch. But Brenton puts a very different Anne – and her ghost – on the Globe stage. Witty and confident in her sexuality, she takes on the vicious world of Tudor Court politics. She is in love with Henry but also in love with the most dangerous ideas of her day. Conspiring with the exiled William Tyndale, the great translator of the Bible who was to be burnt as a heretic, Anne plots to make England Protestant, forever. Award-winning playwright Howard Brenton’s previous work includes In Extremis at Shakespeare's Globe (2006 and 2007)....
As You Like It
Old Vic Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 12th June 2010 - Sat, 21st August 2010
From £43.50* Written around 1600 and set in two contrasting communities; city and forest. Rosalind and Celia have been banished from Court. In fear of their lives, they disguise themselves and seek sanctuary in the Forest of Arden. Amongst the magical and ancient boughs, Rosalind discovers her exiled father, uncovers various truths about herself and others...and falls helplessly in love. But in this earthly paradise nothing is quite what it seems: men do not always act like men, and women can be anything at all...Uplifting, awe-inspiring and immense fun, Shakespeare's wondrous comedy is a joyous celebration of the liberating power of love and the redeeming spirit of nature. Public Booking opens Autumn 2009. The Bridge Project 2010 Dates and further information to be confirmed.. Play ...
Avenue Q
Wyndham's Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 1st May 2010 - Sat, 25th September 2010
From £24.00*Avenue Q continues the contagious, fun-filled, frolic-fueled adventure that has captured the hearts of theatre-goers everywhere. Join the residents of Avenue Q in their new home at the Wyndham's theatre on Charing Cross Road. Described as “Pant Wettingly Funny”, Avenue Q ingeniously combines a cast of humans and puppets who tackle subjects such as dating, racism, internet porn, being gay and finding your purpose in life. Avenue Q is very much the perfect musical for our time. Don’t delay – book your tickets today!
Bad Boy Johnny
Shaw Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 1st May 2010 - Sun, 2nd May 2010
From £35.00*From the producers of Vampires Rock and Bat The Symphony comes the award-winning musical Bad Boy Johnny and the Prophets of Doom. Sex, Religion, Satire, Comedy and Rock'n'Roll, all delivered by an incredible cast, this show is not to be missed! Johnny is a boy from the wrong side of the tracks. Dreaming of a better life, he starts up a band, unaware of the rollercoaster ride this venture will take him on! Steve Steinman takes on the role of the evil Father Maclean, a role coveted by Russell Crowe, who played Johnny in the original Australian production.
Ballet Central Tour
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Tue, 16th March 2010 - Tue, 16th March 2010
From £10.00*Ballet Central is proud to bring their 25th anniversary tour to The Lowry, offering a varied programme of ballet, contemporary and jazz from some of the world’s leading choreographers. The 2010 repertoire features David Nixon’s Song to St Andrew, Christopher Bruce’s Shift and excerpts from Peter Wright’s Giselle and Michael Pink’s Dracula. Kit Holder, Louise Bennett and past graduate Christopher Marney are creating new pieces for this tour, and the School’s Director Sara Matthews will be reviving Dances from a Knot Garden. Michael Pink’s dramatic narrative piece I Don’t Want To Set The World On Fire and Phillip Aiden’s Let Yourself Go complete this exciting programme.* Philip Feeney, Musical Director, will provide live accompaniment during the tour. Ballet Central has been the performing company of Central School of Ballet since 1984. It is comprised of the School’s final year graduate students offering them a unique opportunity to experience ‘life on the road’ of a touring company. * The company reserves the right to alter the programme, and the final repertoire will be confirmed on the day of the performance....
Beastly Nature
Wimbledon Studio, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 3rd March 2010 - Sat, 6th March 2010
From £10.00*Aeron is a man of innocent magic, but is he really so innocent? A neighbours' child is missing, and an unexpected visitor makes Aeron's brothers fear a secret from the past will return to haunt them. New Wimbledon Studio presents the world premiere of Beastly Nature, a new play by Jo Stone.
Beating Berlusconi
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sun, 7th March 2010 - Mon, 8th March 2010
From £12.00*Based on the bizarre true story of a Liverpool fan who ended up sitting next to Silvio Berlusconi at the 2005 Champions‘ League Final. The scars are deep: Margaret Thatcher, Hillsborough, Alex Ferguson. But Kenny’s final destination, nose-to-nose with Silvio, enables him to rediscover his belief in himself, his city and his class. After ecstatic reviews last year, acclaimed actor and stand-up Paul Duckworth arrives at The Lowry along with scouse chucklemeister Kenny Noonan and his thirty-nine other incarnations.
Beauty & The Beast
Theatre Royal Brighton, Brighton, UK
Tue, 1st June 2010 - Sat, 5th June 2010
From £14.00*One of the most popular and enchantingly romantic stories ever told comes to life in Disney’s multi-award winning musical Beauty and the Beast. Already seen by over 25 million people, one of the biggest musicals of all time brings to life the beloved ‘tale as old as time’ with a burst of theatrical magic. Nominated for nine Tony awards including Best Musical, this eye-popping show has been wowing audiences worldwide with record-breaking runs in New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, Sydney, Tokyo and London’s West End. Be our guest and bring someone you love to experience the enchantment of an unforgettable performance of Disney’s classic musical!...
Beauty & The Beast
Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
Tue, 27th April 2010 - Sat, 1st May 2010
From £7.00*Seen by over 25 million people and nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this record-breaking theatrical phenomenon has left audiences gasping wherever it has played. Now Lyric, one of the UK's top musical theatre companies, brings the show to the Glasgow amateur stage for the very first time. But there will be nothing amateur about this production. Spectacular scenery, sumptuous costumes, magical effects, topclass performers and a 19 piece live orchestra will combine to bring you a truly wonderful piece of theatre you will simply love. Tickets are likely to sell fast so make sure you get in early and book your seats for a spectacle yet unrivalled on the Glasgow amateur stage and certainly in Lyric's long and proud history. Enchanting and emotive, hilarious and heart-warming, Disney's Beauty and the Beast is a show you won't want to miss....
Bedlam
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London, UK
Sun, 5th September 2010 - Fri, 1st October 2010
From £35.00*World Premiere What is madness? What is sanity? It is 18th-century London, noisy and chaotic. The city’s ancient hospital for the insane is under the supervision of the prejudiced Dr Sidney Carew and his imbecile son, whose interests lie in containing rather than curing their patients. But with the arrival of the lovely country girl, May, and the appointment of a more enlightened and sympathetic governor, this inhuman regime starts to crumble, along with the sanity of the asylum keepers themselves. Employing a cast that includes doctors (some mad), patients (some sane), a homicidal painter and a hypochondriac poet, and set against an anarchic backdrop of binge drinkers, gin sellers and ballad singers, Bedlam combines dance and song with scenes of lust, violence, absurd comedy and unexpected romance....
Best Bits of Lip Service
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Mon, 14th June 2010 - Tue, 15th June 2010
From £17.50*Lip Service - Best Bits, a celebration of the best work over 25 years of LipService lunacy.
Best of Comedy Buzz
Waterside Arts Centre, Quaytickets, UK
Sat, 13th March 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £12.00*Another selection of the finest comedians in the land. Local lad Colin (brother of Jason) Manford comperes a top night featuring the naturally funny Jamie Sutherland, deadpan Greg Cook, manic Andy Watson, and impressionist Matt Seber. Over 18s only.
BIGgins Night Out
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Sun, 14th March 2010 - Sun, 14th March 2010
From £12.00*A variety show with a modern twist! Presented by Princess Alice Hospice Join Christopher Biggins* for an evening of music, comedy and dance as he brings 'Variety' back to Richmond Theatre, with Leanne Jones, star of Hairspray the Musical, and other special guests from the worlds of West End, television and light entertainment. All proceeds will benefit Princess Alice Hospice. *subject to availability
Bill Burr
King's Theatre, Glasgow, UK
Sat, 20th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £16.50*Bill Burr is an American comedian who first gained notoriety for his recurring role on the second season of 'Chappelle’s Show', Burr developed a comedic style of uninformed logic that has made him a regular performer on the 'Late Show with David Letterman'. In the future Bill hopes to get married and have some kids. But until then, he will continue to spend most of his mid-afternoons sitting in his sweatpants learning AC/DC songs on his SG. Bill is against organized religion and believes we should go back to the gold standard for our currency. None of his opinions are based on any sort of reliable information. He tends to go with his first thought, because reading makes him sleepy....
Billy Elliot
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Tue, 6th April 2010 - Sat, 10th April 2010
From £16.00*Songtime Theatre Arts is proud to present a youth theatre adaptation of this best-loved musical, set against the miners' strike of 1984. To celebrate Billy Elliot The Musical's five glorious years in the West End, for the first time the producers are offering schools and youth groups an opportunity to stage the show themselves, with a version of the West End script specially written for children of all ages. Songtime Theatre Arts is thrilled to be part of 'Billy Youth Theatre 2010', competing with other youth theatre producctions with the chance to follow in Billy’s footsteps and perform in London’s West End! The heart-warming story of the boy whose love of dancing threatened to tear not only his family but whole communities apart started life on the big screen in 2000 and hit the West End stage in 2005. Since then it has captured the hearts of millions worldwide, winning 10 Tony Awards, including the prestigious 'Best Musical', for the team of writer Lee Hall, composer Sir Elton John and director Stephen Daldry....
Billy Elliot The Musical
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Wed, 21st July 2010 - Sat, 24th July 2010
From £12.00*Songtime Theatre Arts is proud to present a youth theatre adaptation of this best-loved musical, set against the miners' strike of 1984. To celebrate Billy Elliot The Musical's five glorious years in the West End, for the first time the producers are offering schools and youth groups an opportunity to stage the show themselves, with a version of the West End script specially written for children of all ages. Songtime Theatre Arts is thrilled to be part of 'Billy Youth Theatre 2010', competing with other youth theatre producctions with the chance to follow in Billy’s footsteps and perform in London’s West End! The heart-warming story of the boy whose love of dancing threatened to tear not only his family but whole communities apart started life on the big screen in 2000 and hit the West End stage in 2005. Since then it has captured the hearts of millions worldwide, winning 10 Tony Awards, including the prestigious 'Best Musical', for the team of writer Lee Hall, composer Sir Elton John and director Stephen Daldry....
Billy Elliot Ticket + Hotel
Victoria Palace Theatre + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £99.20*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you can choose from the range of "Billy Elliot: The Musical" theatre tickets and choose your duration at our selection of London hotels. Set in the North East, Billy Elliot is a funny, heart-warming and feel-good celebration of one young boy's dream. The original story captured the hearts of people around the world when the movie was released in October 2000. This poignant film broke box office records worldwide and was nominated for a raft of awards including 3 Golden Globes, 3 Oscars and 13 BAFTAS. The original multi-award winning creative team from the film: director Stephen Daldry, writer Lee Hall and choreographer Peter Darling are joined by music legend, Elton John, the most celebrated UK singer song-writer of the last 30 years, to create the most eagerly anticipated musical of the decade. NOTE: This show is not suitable for small children as it contains some strong language. The producers recommend that children be aged 12 years or above. No under-8s will be admitted. • ONE OR TWO NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION AT A TOP LONDON HOTEL Hotels available as part of this deal include: Days Hotel Waterloo *** 3 Star The Days Hotel London Waterloo offers great value for money together with a superb location. We are located south of the river Thames in the London Borough of Lambeth. Landmark such as the Imperial War Museum and the London Eye are within a 10 minute walk with other attractions within easy reach. English breakfast included. Strand Palace *** 3 Star The Strand Palace is one of Lond...
Billy Elliot: The Musical
Victoria Palace Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 17th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £65.00*Set in the North East, Billy Elliot is a funny, heart-warming and feel-good celebration of one young boy's dream. The original story captured the hearts of people around the world when the movie was released in October 2000. This poignant film broke box office records worldwide and was nominated for a raft of awards including 3 Golden Globes, 3 Oscars and 13 BAFTAS. The original multi-award winning creative team from the film: director Stephen Daldry, writer Lee Hall and choreographer Peter Darling are joined by music legend, Elton John, the most celebrated UK singer song-writer of the last 30 years, to create the most eagerly anticipated musical of the decade. NOTE This show is not suitable for small children as it contains some strong language. The producers recommend that children be aged 12 years or above. No under-8s will be admitted....
Blood Brothers
Phoenix Theatre, London, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Mon, 2nd August 2010
From £16.00*Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as BLOOD BROTHERS. It was recently voted MOST POPULAR BRITISH MUSICAL OF ALL TIME by readers of the New York Times and has scooped up four awards for Best Musical in London, seven Tony Award nominations on Broadway and is now booking into its 20th year. Written by Willy Russell, one of this country's leading contemporary dramatists (Educating Rita, Shirley Valentine), it tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks. The incredible score includes Bright New Day and the emotionally charged Tell Me It's Not True. "The greatest musical of the decade" - International Herald Tribune "Devastating. A masterpiece. If you haven't seen it, go. If you have, go again" - News of the World Please Note: Recommended age is 12. NO child under the age of 4 will be allowed in the auditorium. ...
Blood Brothers
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Mon, 22nd March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £18.00*Written by Willy Russell, author of Educating Rita and Shirley Valentine, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to be re-united by a twist of fate and a mother’s haunting secret . The incredible score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True. Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi award-winning Blood Brothers. Scooping up no less than four awards for Best Musical in London, seven Tony nominations on Broadway, and receiving a standing ovation at every performance, discover why Blood Brothers was voted the Most Popular British Musical Of All Time by New York Times readers. No wonder Blood Brothers is now ‘The musical for all time’. Starring Lyn Paul, one of the original members of the chart topping New Seekers. Considered by many Blood Brothers fans as the quintessential Mrs Johnstone, Lyn first joined the West End production of Blood Brothers in 1997, starring in the lead role for the next three years, including during the show’s 10th anniversary year. She has also played the role repeatedly on tour....
Blood Brothers Ticket + Hotel
Phoenix Theatre + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £68.20*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you receive ticket(s) to "Blood Brothers" at the Phoenix Theatre and choose your duration at our selection of London hotels. Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as BLOOD BROTHERS. It was recently voted MOST POPULAR BRITISH MUSICAL OF ALL TIME by readers of the New York Times and has scooped up four awards for Best Musical in London, seven Tony Award nominations on Broadway and is now booking into its 20th year. Written by Willy Russell, one of this country's leading contemporary dramatists (Educating Rita, Shirley Valentine), it tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks. The incredible score includes Bright New Day and the emotionally charged Tell Me It's Not True. "The greatest musical of the decade" - International Herald Tribune "Devastating. A masterpiece. If you haven't seen it, go. If you have, go again" - News of the World Please Note: Recommended age is 12. NO child under the age of 4 will be allowed in the auditorium....
Blues Brothers
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Mon, 27th September 2010 - Sat, 2nd October 2010
From £13.50*They're back – the legendary Original Tribute to the Blues Brothers comes back to the UK at last!!! The show that started it all has been selling out all over Europe these past few years, but Jake and Elwood Blues know that home is where the heart is... Last time they were here, they smashed, crashed and crooned their way through sell-out shows in the UK – no one does it like these brothers and they’re back to show you just why they are the best... Featuring original members from that West End run, the (all new!!!) 'Original' show brings you all those amazing favourite moments and songs with a few new twists, a few new moves and a clean, freshly laundered suit... The boys are joined by the sassy Bluettes, three amazing ladies with voices to knock you clean off your perch... So don the sunglasses, dig out your best pork pie hat, and buff up those dancing shows, because the Blues Brothers cordially request your presence for a night of the best music, the best moves and the best comedy you’re likely to see this side of Chicago. Just don’t tell the Police, OK...?! All your favourite songs are here – of course!!! Everybody, Shake Ya Tail Feather, Sweet Home Chicago, Think, Respect, Gimme Some Loving, and loads, loads more!!!...
Bradley Walsh
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Mon, 17th May 2010 - Mon, 17th May 2010
From £19.50*Bradley Walsh has established himself as one of Britain's most versatile and popular entertainers. Arguably best known for playing Danny Baldwin in Coronation Street, for which he was won Best Dramatic Performance in the British Soap Awards, Bradley also won acclaim for his part in Law & Order UK and has also found time to host a number of TV quiz shows. For this fantastic show Bradley will be cutting loose with his own brand of stand-up comedy in which he will be casting a gaze on the ordinary and making it hilarious. Get your tickets early for an evening of laughter and fun you'll long remember....
Brassed Off
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Tue, 22nd June 2010 - Sat, 26th June 2010
From £12.00*Brassed Off at Regent Theatre.
Bring Me Sunshine
Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Sat, 20th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £13.50*Relive the fun and laughter of Eric ‘n Ernie. Bring Me Sunshine is a celebration of the life of Britain’s best loved double act, Morecambe & Wise. This unique show is filled with all-round entertainment; comedy, magic, songs, dances, sketches and hilarious comic routines. On stage, Sanders & Martin recreate the comedy genius of Eric ‘n Ernie. Come along and see for yourself. Seeing is believing! Bobby Davro (Vinnie Monks in EastEnders) is very well-known as a TV and Stage celebrity comedian, actor, impressionist and panto star. As Eric ‘n Ernie’s celebrity guest star – Bobby joins Sanders & Martin for a fabulous fun night out for all the family, both young and old alike. ...
Calendar Girls
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Mon, 15th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £11.50*Starring: Lynda Bellingham, Gemma Atkinson, Judith Barker, Debbie Chazen, Letitia Dean & Jan Harvey Calendar Girls has been the fastest selling tour ever and has triumphed in the West End. Now on tour starring Lynda Bellingham with Gemma Atkinson, Judith Barker, Debbie Chazen, Letitia Dean and Jan Harvey. A group of ordinary women do something extraordinary and spark a global phenomenon when they persuade one another to pose for a charity calendar with a difference! Based on an inspiring true story, Calendar Girls is quirky, poignant and hilarious. Calendar Girls has sold-out in every Theatre it's visited before opening. Don’t miss out and book today for the show the Daily Mail called 'a marvellous, uplifting night at the theatre.'...
Candoco Dance Co. Triple Bill
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Tue, 27th April 2010 - Tue, 27th April 2010
From £14.50*Renowned for exciting and inspiring their audiences, Candoco make us rethink what dance is and who can dance. For this visit, they bring three new works from international choreographers which show the richness, beauty and diversity of contemporary dance. Acclaimed dance and theatre artist Wendy Houstoun combines movement with text and meaning with humour. The award-winning Emanuel Gat delights with his attention to detail to create beautiful, fluid movement. Whilst Manchester-born Sarah Michelson, known across the Atlantic for her quirky take on our time, rounds off the bill. ‘Candoco is the company for which choreographers reserve their wildest and often most inventive work.’ The Observer...
Carmen
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Wed, 31st March 2010 - Wed, 31st March 2010
From £17.00*Don José’s life was quiet, respectable and law abiding. From the moment he met Carmen his life has unravelled. He is intoxicated by her, blinded by jealousy, pursuing her across Spain and on the run. His jealousy will destroy him and if the cards are telling the truth, it will destroy Carmen too. Bizet’s most famous creation is full to the brim with instantly recognizable music and paints a mesmerizing picture of a Spain teeming with fascinating characters. Carmen herself is one of the most charismatic and hard to resist characters in opera. For a century and a half audiences the world over have fallen in love with her. Patricia Bardon returns to this production as Carmen with Welsh tenor Gwyn Hughes Jones reprising the role of Don José. Patrice Caurier and Moshe Leiser’s production for distils Bizet’s masterpiece right down to its essence. Cast includes Patricia Bardon as Carmen, Gwyn Hughes Jones as Don José, David Soar as Escamillo, Sarah-Jane Davies as Micaëla, Henry Waddington as Zuniga, Joanne Boag as Frasquita and Carolyn Dobbin as Mercedes. Sung in French with surtitles in English. Co-production with Scottish Opera....
Carmen
The O2, London, UK
Fri, 21st May 2010 - Sun, 23rd May 2010
From £25.00*The O2 is set to host its first fully staged opera. Carmen, the world's most popular opera, will take over The O2 in May 2010 for just three performances and follows on from highly successful and popular classical stagings of Carmina Burana, Andrea Bocelli and the world premiere of Ben Hur Live at the venue. Directed by David Freeman, founder of The Opera Factory and whose previous credits include Madam Butterfly Tosca and Carmen at the Royal Albert Hall, his production of Bizet's masterpiece comes to The O2 on a grand and spectacular scale. From the very first note to the final tragic chords, this stunning in-the-round production vividly portrays the powerful story of lust, superstition and murder that passionately unravels with fatal consequences. Carmen is presented by Raymond Gubbay and The O2 and will be performed by a superb cast of over 150 artists, including dancers, acrobats and fire-eaters. The wonderful set and fabulous costumes will bring to life the dusty atmosphere of the town square, the cool night air of the smugglers' mountain hideout and the colourful festivities outside of the bullring in Seville. Sung in English, Bizet's unforgettable score contains some of opera's finest arias and best loved music. The rousing Song of the Toreador, the beguiling Seguidilla, the tantalising Habanera and the enchanting Flower Song - sensual music that perfectly captures the very essence of Spain. Accompanied by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Gareth Hancock, this world class company of singers, musicians and artist...
Carmen Package
The O2 + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £108.70*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you can choose from the range of "Carmen" tickets and choose your duration at our selection London of hotels. The O2 is set to host its first fully staged opera. Carmen, the world's most popular opera, will take over The O2 in May 2010 for just three performances and follows on from highly successful and popular classical stagings of Carmina Burana, Andrea Bocelli and the world premiere of Ben Hur Live at the venue. Directed by David Freeman, founder of The Opera Factory and whose previous credits include Madam Butterfly Tosca and Carmen at the Royal Albert Hall, his production of Bizet's masterpiece comes to The O2 on a grand and spectacular scale. From the very first note to the final tragic chords, this stunning in-the-round production vividly portrays the powerful story of lust, superstition and murder that passionately unravels with fatal consequences. Carmen is presented by Raymond Gubbay and The O2 and will be performed by a superb cast of over 150 artists, including dancers, acrobats and fire-eaters. The wonderful set and fabulous costumes will bring to life the dusty atmosphere of the town square, the cool night air of the smugglers' mountain hideout and the colourful festivities outside of the bullring in Seville. Sung in English, Bizet's unforgettable score contains some of opera's finest arias and best loved music. The rousing Song of the Toreador, the beguiling Seguidilla, the tantalising Habanera and the enchanting Flower Song - sensual music that perfectly captures the very e...
Cenerentola
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Wed, 1st December 2010 - Fri, 3rd December 2010
From £16.00*Cenerentola at the Reget Theatre.
Cenerentola: Glyndebourne On Tour
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Wed, 3rd November 2010 - Sat, 6th November 2010
From £29.00*Rossini’s comedy La Cenerentola, vividly brought to life in Sir Peter Hall’s acclaimed production for Glyndebourne, is a retelling of Perrault’s classic fairy tale, Cinderella.
Chicago
Cambridge Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 1st May 2010 - Sat, 30th October 2010
From £35.00*DESTINY’S CHILD STAR MICHELLE WILLIAMS makes her LONDON STAGE DEBUT as ROXIE HART in CHICAGO from MONDAY 13 JULY at the CAMBRIDGE THEATRE, LONDON WC2 ‘Murder, Greed, Corruption, Exploitation, Adultery, Treachery...all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts’ ... so begins Chicago, one of the most phenomenal musicals of our times. Creators John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse never back off from their bold, yet sinister, promise. Eleven years on Chicago still remains 'the hottest show in town' CAST NEWS Now the Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, record producer and actress Michelle Williams makes her London stage debut as Roxie Hart. Michelle rose to fame as one third of Destiny’s Child. Together with Beyoncé Knowles and Kelly Rowland they are the top-selling female group of all time The role of Velma Kelly will be played by Tiffany Graves from Monday 24 August until Saturday 12 September and by Pia Douwes from Monday 14 September to Saturday 24 October. Pia Douwes has a prior commitment on Monday 28 September so will be covered by an understudy. The role of Billy Flynn will be played by Ian Kelsey from Monday 24 August until Saturday 24 October....
Chicago Ticket + Hotel
Cambridge Theatre + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £83.40*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you can choose from the range of "Chicago" theatre tickets and choose your duration at our selection of London hotels. The smash-hit musical CHICAGO celebrates 10 glittering, celebrity-studded years in the West End. Already the longest running American musical ever to play in London, this multi-award winning international production is filled with sexy, sassy and sensational choreography inspired by the legendary Bob Fosse, and a sizzling score including All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle. It's no wonder The Times calls it 'the sharpest, slickest show on the block'. A nightclub dancer… a smooth-talking lawyer… and a cell block of sin. It would be a crime to miss it. Nightclub dancer, Roxie Hart, kills her lover and lands in Cook County Jail. She meets cell block rival Velma Kelly and, with the help of smooth-talking lawyer Billy Flynn, they vie not only for the headlines but also to keep from death row. Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer, Bob Fosse, CHICAGO's sexy, sassy score includes the hits "All That Jazz", "Roxie", "Cell Block Tango" and "Razzle Dazzle". CAST INFORMATION The smash-hit musical CHICAGO has just celebrated 10 glittering years in the West End. DUNCAN JAMES*, star of Blue and Dancing on Ice, returns to the cast this winter as Billy Flynn. Duncan joins the phenomenal BONNIE LANGFORD who reprises her engagement as Roxie Hart. Bonnie is no stranger to the work of Bob Fosse, having appeared in stage productions of Sweet...
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £21.50*The most fantasmagorical stage musical in the history of everything, hits the road in top gear on the 4th year of its high-flying tour. With a cast and crew of 100 (including ten dogs), sensational sets and stunning special effects, this action-packed adventure is the story of the magical car, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts, and his two children Jeremy and Jemima, alongside Truly Scrumptious and Grandpa Potts, all try and outwit the dastardly Baron and the famously evil Childcatcher. Bursting with magical songs including Truly Scrumptious, Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain and the Oscar nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the production has been nominated for three Olivier Awards, won Best Musical in the 2002 Variety Awards, been nominated for five Tony Awards on Broadway and won the coveted Manchester Evening News Theatre Award for Best Family Show in 2006. This ravishing award-winning show is guaranteed to be the most exciting theatrical event of the year. Don't let it take off without you!...
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Tue, 16th March 2010 - Sat, 3rd April 2010
From £19.50*The most fantasmagorical stage musical in the history of everything, hits the road in top gear on the 4th year of its high-flying tour. With a cast and crew of 100 (including ten dogs), sensational sets and stunning special effects, this action-packed adventure is the story of the magical car, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Eccentric inventor Caractacus Potts, and his two children Jeremy and Jemima, alongside Truly Scrumptious and Grandpa Potts, all try and outwit the dastardly Baron and the famously evil Childcatcher. Bursting with magical songs including Truly Scrumptious, Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain and the Oscar nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the production has been nominated for three Olivier Awards, won Best Musical in the 2002 Variety Awards, been nominated for five Tony Awards on Broadway and won the coveted Manchester Evening News Theatre Award for Best Family Show in 2006. This ravishing award-winning show is guaranteed to be the most exciting theatrical event of the year. Don't let it take off without you!...
Chris Addison
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Thu, 11th March 2010 - Thu, 11th March 2010
From £15.00*Following the sell-out success of his last appearance in 2008, Mr. Chris Addison is back! Star of the Bafta Award-winning comedy The Thick of It, In The Loop, Skins and Lab Rats, he returns with a brand new show of his critically acclaimed stand-up. Daftness! Whimsy! Jokes! Lies! Smartarsery! Flapping about! All present and correct. ‘The best stand-up I’ve seen.’ The Observer ‘He’s brilliant. No question’ The Times ‘Downright hilarious. His stories reduced a packed crowd to tears of helpless laughter.’ The Sunday Times
Cinderella
London Coliseum, London, UK
Wed, 11th August 2010 - Sun, 15th August 2010
From £10.00*English National Ballet's Cinderella tells everyone's favourite rags-to-riches story. Cinderella is tormented by her spiteful stepsisters and would do anything to attend the Prince's glamorous ball. Rejected, upset and alone, Cinderella's Fairy Godmother intervenes and transforms her into a glittering Princess who shall go to the ball. Prokofiev's uplifting score played by English National Ballet's symphony orchestra together with David Walker's sumptuous costumes and sets conjure up the fairy tale world of Cinderella perfectly. "This award-winning three-act ballet was the first full-length creation from Michael Corder. Interestingly, in this production of Cinderella, the step-sisters are not played by men but women on pointe to take advantage of the great music for their solos. The fact they are no longer purely comedic roles also highlights the plight of Cinderella much more" ...
Cinderella
Royal Opera House, London, UK
Sat, 10th April 2010 - Sat, 5th June 2010
From £17.00*The story of Cinderella is one of the best-known fairytales, and Frederick Ashton’s full-length version for The Royal Ballet has all its familiar ingredients. A downtrodden young girl, a glass slipper and a handsome prince combine to make the perfect piece of story-telling, and with a fairy godmother around, anything can happen: pumpkins become coaches, rags turn to ball gowns and there’s bound to be a happy ending. Ashton’s ballet draws together a wealth of wonderfully drawn characters, portrayed against the evocative themes and colours of Prokofiev’s great orchestral score. This is a mysterious and magical fantasy world, where the comedy of Cinderella’s pantomime step-sisters – unlucky in looks and love – provides the perfect foil for the developing romance of Cinderella and the Prince. Cinderella is a family event full of the magic of not just of the fairy godmother, but of The Royal Ballet too. ...
Circus Of Horrors
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Wed, 24th March 2010 - Wed, 24th March 2010
From £12.00*The Day of the Dead The Brand new X travaganza from The Circus of Horrors Following on on the huge success of The Asylum, The Circus of Horrors has had a major revamp & is back rocking & shocking with a brand new show ‘The Day of the Dead’. (Día de los Muerto - A Mexican X’ Travaganza). Set in Mexico during the early 1900’s , the cast of chasosmongers transport the body of their doyen Dr Haze to a remote area of Mexico. In a former burial ground of Aztec Warriors, they join in the local inhabitants ‘Day of the Dead’ rituals to try & revive their esteemed leader. All of course with disastrous consequences. Amid a backdrop of an Aztec Temple, Witch-doctors, Voodoo Acrobats, Pickled People, Bendy Bodies, Demon Dwarfs, and flying Vampires erupting, chained, from a tank of blood to perform their amazing Blood Curdling stunts. Once revived, The Undead Ringmaster Doktor Haze will guide you through a hell of a tale with the help of the live devil driven rock n’ roll of the The Interceptors From Hell and a huge uncontrollable cast of Toltecion Beauties, Curvaceous Creatures, Aztec Warriors, Posada’s Skeletons, Voluptuous Vampires and some of the worlds greatest, grotesque, most daring & bizarre Circus acts. ...
Cling To Me Like Ivy
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Mon, 22nd March 2010 - Tue, 23rd March 2010
From £12.00*Rivka wants the perfect wedding. She has the man, the dress, the wig and two weeks to go. But when doubt is cast on her wig everything starts to unravel and Rivka finds herself far from home, not knowing whether she’ll be able to go back, or whether she wants to. Inspired by a chance remark by Victoria Beckham in 2004 which sparked a crisis within the Orthodox Jewish community about the wigs worn by married women. This play was developed with the support of the European Association for Jewish Culture. By Samantha Ellis Directed by Sarah Esdaile
Clunk
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Thu, 22nd April 2010 - Thu, 22nd April 2010
From £5.00*Two women and an incoherent male live together but can't quite work out why. The radio is broken, another mysterious relative has died and there's a parcel on the step. It's like this every day. But last night I dreamt of George again... ‘Clunk’ is an absurd and refreshing comedy from Liverpool-based theatre collective The Suitcase Ensemble, and comes to The Lowry following a hugely successful premiere in 2009. A feast of unhinged humour, charming puppetry, audacious nonsense and existential angst, ‘Clunk’ casts a wry eye over a world that turns us all into idiots. "A breath of fresh air... there's not enough theatre like this at the moment" Culture Inc. ...
Colin Fry
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Sat, 5th June 2010 - Sat, 5th June 2010
From £19.50*An evening of Clairvoyance with Living TV’s Psychic Medium Colin Fry. As one of the country’s most well known and respected mediums, Colin continues his country-wide tour of the UK. Colin’s special gift is communicating with spirits, deciphering their messages and sharing them with those who have lost people dear to them. Colin believes his vocation is to comfort those who need to hear or understand that a friend, loved one or someone they care about still exists. Death is not enough to seperate people who love each other.
Comedy Sportz
Waterside Arts Centre, Quaytickets, UK
Sat, 24th April 2010 - Sat, 24th April 2010
From £5.00*This fast-paced improv comedy show will have you on your knees with laughter! Two teams battle it out for the biggest laughs. With quick-witted sketches, scenes and songs from whatever suggestions are thrown at them by the audiences - this is feel good fun at its best!
Como No! presents Carlos Acosta
London Coliseum, London, UK
Wed, 28th July 2010 - Sat, 7th August 2010
From £15.00*Following his sold-out run at the London Coliseum last summer, Carlos Acosta returns with a much-anticipated new show. Described by The Daily Telegraph as ‘a man absolutely at the top of his game’, Carlos performing live is an experience not to be missed.
Companhia de Dança Deborah Colker: Cruel
Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
Tue, 22nd June 2010 - Wed, 23rd June 2010
From £5.00*The hottest Brazilian dance company returns to the UK in 2010 with a completely new production, Cruel, that involves love, lovers and family bonds that bind and unbind. Founded in Rio de Janeiro in 1994 Companhia de Dança Deborah Colker is famed for mixing classical and contemporary dance. Today this Olivier Award-winning group with 16 stunning dancers are one of Brazil’s most popular, with a reputation for excellence that stretches around the world.
Concerto / The Judas Tree / Elite
Royal Opera House, London, UK
Tue, 23rd March 2010 - Thu, 15th April 2010
From £17.00*Three ballets by Kenneth MacMillan celebrate his unique talent and versatility. MacMillan’s vision has been vital in shaping The Royal Ballet’s style and repertory, and what better way to appreciate his art than with this rare chance to experience three contrasting works in a single performance. Abstract, dramatic, humorous – this programme gives a wonderfully varied introduction not just to MacMillan’s work but to the beauty and dramatic power of ballet itself. Concerto, to Shostakovich’s Second Piano Concerto, contrasts moments of exuberance and elegiac reflection. The Judas Tree places a single woman among 13 men to enact a harrowing event that is recognizably contemporary but with biblical overtones. Its specially commissioned score will be conducted by Music Director of The Royal Ballet Barry Wordsworth. Elite Syncopations completes the programme with a sparkling evocation of a dance hall that brings ragtime rhythms to the dance and a ragtime band to the stage....
Crazy for Dance
Dancehouse Theatre, Quaytickets, UK
Thu, 18th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £12.00*Jazzgalore, the Performance Company of Northern Ballet School present "Crazy For Dance - A Musical Journey Through The Decades". Crazy For Dance is a nostalgic trip through the classics of Broadway from the roaring twenties to the present day... Directed and choreographed by David Needham this is a Dance Revue for all ages, brimming with energy and style and guaranteed to get your feet tapping! A Taste of the West End in Manchester...
Crime of the Century
The Met, Main Theatre, The Met, UK
Thu, 20th May 2010 - Thu, 20th May 2010
From £10.00*Chickenshed's explosive dance theatre company turns its attention to the proliferation of knife crime amongst young people. Using words, movement and projection alongside a contemporary score of hip-hop and dance music, Crime of the Century packs a frightening punch. The story is based on interviews with victims, perpetrators, families, surgeons, police officers and ex-offenders. "Emotive and shocking, Chickenshed theatre company's Crime of the Century is a raw and brutal study of the social engineering that affects so many young people today." - Edinburgh Evening News
Dancing In The Streets
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Mon, 12th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £13.00*Featuring the legendary Motown classics I Heard It Through The Grapevine, My Girl, Dancing in the Streets, I’ll Be There, Stop In the Name of Love, Tears of a Clown, Tracks of My Tears. Experience the energy, emotion and electricity of Motown with Dancing in the Streets, a spectacular celebration of the music that came from the heart of Detroit! After wowing audiences for three years in the West End, Ivor Novello award-winning director Keith Strachan now takes this hit show on tour! Made famous by such legendary artists as The Four Tops, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, The Commodores, Lionel Richie, The Supremes and Smokey Robinson, Motown broke down barriers around the world whilst producing some of the most influential and enduring songs of the 20th Century. With a full supporting company of singers, dancers and an amazing live band, Dancing in the Streets re-creates the energy, style and music of all your favourite Motown stars!...
Dancing on Ice Ticket + Hotel
The O2 + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £66.00*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you can choose from the range of "Torvill & Dean's Dancing On Ice" tickets and choose your duration at our selection of London hotels. Torvill & Dean's Dancing on Ice Tour returns to arenas across the UK next April and May. Returning for it’s 4th year, this ice spectacle will feature all the thrills, spills and sensational ice dancing you’ve come to expect from the line up of celebrity skaters and professionals! Add to this some absolutely stunning professional routines and a tension packed dance off finale makes this a family show that you can’t afford to miss!! Once again, the audience will be invited to vote on the night for your favourite celebrity, making YOU part of the show! The audience votes will be added to the scores from the panel of judges to decide the winning couple. Once the votes have been counted, the two winning celebrities with the highest amount of votes will join their skating partners to perform a magical finale of Torvill & Dean's Olympic Gold medal winning routine Bolero. Torvill and Dean will even be performing a few of their own favourite routines as well. An evening of fun family entertainment!!...
Danza Contemporanea de Cuba
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Tue, 16th March 2010 - Wed, 17th March 2010
From £21.00*From the heat of Cuba, comes the heart of dance. 'Some of the best dancers I have ever danced with' Carlos Acosta Cuba today produces some of the world's finest contemporary and ballet dancers. Leading the field is the unique and exciting Danza Contemporanea de Cuba who this year celebrate an outstanding 50 years of excellence with their first ever major UK tour. World famous, but rarely seen outside of Cuba, this breath-taking company of 21 dancers bring the heat and passion of Cuba to the stage with an eclectic mix of contemporary dance fused with Afro-Caribbean and Spanish styles. Working with the very best choreographers of the moment, including dance superstar Rafael Bonachela (co-choreographer of Kylie’s Showgirl World Tour), these extraordinary dancers move seamlessly from classical to contemporary to Cuban. Danza Contemporanea de Cuba is not just about performing technically difficult steps, it’s about the Cuban way of life – sensual, mystical, emotional - and comes from the heart. This is a rare chance to catch this passionate, visually stunning and beautiful company on tour. ...
Dara Ó Briain
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Thu, 13th May 2010 - Sat, 15th May 2010
From £19.50*Comedian and presenter, best known as host and civilising influence on the hugely influential “Mock the Week” on BBC2. He crops up regularly on TV and radio, and was recently one of the “Three Men in a Boat”. A consummate performer in his own right, Dara recently published “Tickling The English” – an hilarious collection of observations and anecdotes from an Irishman living among the English. “If you don’t laugh at O’Briain check your pulse. You must be dead.” (The Evening Standard)
Dave Gorman: Sit Down, Pedal, Pedal, Stop And Stand Up
King's Theatre, Glasgow, UK
Thu, 25th March 2010 - Thu, 25th March 2010
From £18.50*DAVE GORMAN is going back on the road. And when he says "on the road" he really means it! Five years after he last toured the UK he's embarking on a truly unique stand-up comedy tour. A lot of acts will tell you they're covering the length and breadth of the country... but Dave's really doing it. Dave Gorman:Sit Down, Pedal, Pedal, Stop And Stand Up will see the intrepid comedian covering the extremes of the British mainland as he travels from this land's southernmost point to its northernmost tip, taking in the most easterly and westerly points along the way. If nothing else he'll get to see four lighthouses. Dave will be performing each and every night of the journey but as this is a tour that promises to reach parts of the country that other tours just don't reach, it goes without saying that the venues will sometimes be a little unconventional too. He'll play in 2000 seat theatres but also 30 seat village halls. He'll be performing in a barn, the odd hotel function room and - odder still - a railway dining car. Oh, and did we mention he's going to do the whole thing on his push bike? The travelling, we mean. Not the gigs. That'd be silly. He'll be standing up for those. If he still can. He's 38 and not especially fit. 1500 miles. 32 days in the saddle. 32 nights on the stage. His Mum's told him not to do it but he won't listen. Not that you need to know all this... after all, it's not a show about the journey. Dave - whose hit Radio 4 series, GENIUS, started its new BBC TWO incarnation on our TV screens in spring 2009 -...
Dave Gorman: Sit Down, Pedal, Pedal, Stop And Stand Up
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sat, 13th March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £18.50*In 2009, DAVE GORMAN set off on a unique national tour. The intention: to cycle over 1500 miles across Britain in 33 days… with a gig each night. But demand for the show has been so high that he’s decided to keep performing it… but this time without cycling from venue to venue. He’s obviously getting lazy. So now only the last bit of the title makes sense. But look at it from his point of view. Same show, fewer blisters. What would you do? Of course from your point of view it doesn’t matter because it’s not a show about the journey. Dave – whose hit Radio 4 series, GENIUS, started its BBC TWO incarnation on our TV screens in spring 2009 - may be widely acclaimed as the pioneer of documentary comedy but with this show he’s gone back to his roots as a straight up, one-man-and-a-mic stand-up whose material is “mercilessly sharp and original.” - The Times “Gorman has seen his stock rise to such an extent that he’s poised, as never before, to make the leap from cult figure to mainstream phenomenon.” - Daily Telegraph “The man is a true genius.” - The Mirror. ...
Dave Gorman: Sit Down, Pedal, Pedal, Stop And Stand Up
Theatre Royal Brighton, Brighton, UK
Sun, 14th March 2010 - Sun, 14th March 2010
From £18.50*DAVE GORMAN is going back on the road. And when he says "on the road" he really means it! Five years after he last toured the UK he's embarking on a truly unique stand-up comedy tour. A lot of acts will tell you they're covering the length and breadth of the country... but Dave's really doing it. Dave Gorman:Sit Down, Pedal, Pedal, Stop And Stand Up will see the intrepid comedian covering the extremes of the British mainland as he travels from this land's southernmost point to its northernmost tip, taking in the most easterly and westerly points along the way. If nothing else he'll get to see four lighthouses. Dave will be performing each and every night of the journey but as this is a tour that promises to reach parts of the country that other tours just don't reach, it goes without saying that the venues will sometimes be a little unconventional too. He'll play in 2000 seat theatres but also 30 seat village halls. He'll be performing in a barn, the odd hotel function room and - odder still - a railway dining car. Oh, and did we mention he's going to do the whole thing on his push bike? The travelling, we mean. Not the gigs. That'd be silly. He'll be standing up for those. If he still can. He's 38 and not especially fit. 1500 miles. 32 days in the saddle. 32 nights on the stage. His Mum's told him not to do it but he won't listen. Not that you need to know all this... after all, it's not a show about the journey. Dave - whose hit Radio 4 series, GENIUS, started its new BBC TWO incarnation on our TV screens in spring 2009 -...
Dave Gorman: Sit Down, Pedal, Pedal, Stop And Stand Up
Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Thu, 18th March 2010 - Thu, 18th March 2010
From £18.50*In 2009, Dave Gorman set off on a unique national tour. The intention: to cycle over 1500 miles across Britain in 33 days… with a gig each night. I suppose that explains the title. But demand for the show has been so high that he’s decided to keep performing it… but this time without cycling from venue to venue. He’s obviously getting lazy. So now only the last bit of the title makes sense. But look at it from his point of view. Same show, fewer blisters. What would you do? Of course from your point of view it doesn’t matter because it’s not a show about the journey. Dave – whose hit Radio 4 series, Genius, started its BBC Two incarnation on our TV screens in spring 2009 - may be widely acclaimed as the pioneer of documentary comedy but with this show he’s gone back to his roots as a straight up, one-man-and-a-mic stand-up whose material is 'mercilessly sharp and original.' (The Times). 'Gorman has seen his stock rise to such an extent that he’s poised, as never before, to make the leap from cult figure to mainstream phenomenon.' - Daily Telegraph 'The man is a true genius.' - The Mirror...
Debbie Reynolds: Alive and Fabulous
Apollo Theatre, London, UK
Wed, 28th April 2010 - Sun, 9th May 2010
From £48.50*Debbie Reynolds, MGM legend and star of 'Singing in the Rain', 'The Unsinkable Molly Brown' and 'That's Entertainment!', is celebrating more than 50 years in show business by bringing her award-winning one-woman show, Debbie Reynolds Alive and Fabulous to the West End for a 10-date season at the Apollo Theatre.
Demarche of Enthusiasts
Shaw Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 24th April 2010 - Sat, 24th April 2010
From £35.00*Please note this show will be performed in Russian with NO translation. Demarche of Enthusiasts is a combined story of the modern Russian classics. Popular actor Alexander Filippenko brings to life excerpts from Sergei Dovlatov, Vladimir Vyssotsky, Vasily Aksenov and Bulat Okudzhava, marshalling them under a single epigraph: “All of us hail from the 1960s. To be perfectly honest, we lived better then than now. Although the life itself is better now than it was then…” This comparison – however tragic, illogical and sad it may sound – is also irrepressibly funny, giving Filippenko ample opportunity to make his audience laugh and cry, almost at the same time. ...
Derren Brown: Enigma
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Thu, 8th April 2010 - Fri, 9th April 2010
From £25.00*Be prepared for a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical experience when the master of psychological illusion returns to the stage with Derren Brown: Enigma. Derren will once again bewilder, baffle and bewitch and show why he is one of the country’s most revered live performers; a master of magic, mind control and psychological illusion. 'Like previous shows, I will absolutely push myself to the limit. The challenge is to create new material that shocks, surprises and defies explanation. The audience will be taken for a theatrical roller-coaster ride, and I hope it’s an experience that they will never forget.' Derren Brown The performance is not suitable for children under 12 years. ...
Derren Brown: Enigma
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Mon, 10th May 2010 - Sat, 15th May 2010
From £27.50*Be prepared for a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical experience when the master of psychological illusion returns to the stage with Derren Brown: Enigma. Derren will once again bewilder, baffle and bewitch and show why he is one of the country’s most revered live performers; a master of magic, mind control and psychological illusion. 'Like previous shows, I will absolutely push myself to the limit. The challenge is to create new material that shocks, surprises and defies explanation. The audience will be taken for a theatrical roller-coaster ride, and I hope it’s an experience that they will never forget.' - Derren Brown The performance is not suitable for children under 12 years. ...
Derren Brown: Enigma
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Mon, 17th May 2010 - Wed, 19th May 2010
From £25.00*Be prepared for a once-in-a-lifetime theatrical experience when the master of psychological illusion returns to the stage with Derren Brown: Enigma. Derren will once again bewilder, baffle and bewitch and show why he is one of the country’s most revered live performers; a master of magic, mind control and psychological illusion. 'Like previous shows, I will absolutely push myself to the limit. The challenge is to create new material that shocks, surprises and defies explanation. The audience will be taken for a theatrical roller-coaster ride, and I hope it’s an experience that they will never forget.' Derren Brown The performance is not suitable for children under 12 years. ...
Des McLean
King's Theatre, Glasgow, UK
Fri, 19th March 2010 - Fri, 19th March 2010
From £17.50*Des McLean is a member of Clyde 1’s award winning ‘Bowie at Breakfast’ team as well as hosting his own popular Sunday lunchtime spot. He is back this year with a hilarious new show - The Big Chap - featuring a brand new ‘Billy Connolly’s Bulls**t Tour of...’ and lots more of McLean’s comedy gold! Adults Only. Not Suitable for Children. Part of Magners Glasgow International Comedy Festival.
Dinnerladies
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Mon, 26th April 2010 - Sat, 1st May 2010
From £11.00*Take one huge hit sitcom from BBC TV. Place on a stage in a World Premiere national tour starring Andrew Dunn (Tony) and Sue Devaney (Jane) from the cast of the TV series Blend in Victoria Wood’s writing, undoubtedly some of the funniest on television, and whip into a play based on the second TV series, following the reluctant love story of Bren and Tony, egged on by Dolly, Jean, Twinkle and Anita. Mix in caretaker Stan’s words of wisdom and coat with regular appearances by Phillippa from Human Resources and Petula, Bren’s dreadful mother, and you have a recipe for madness, mirth and twelve rounds of toast!...
Don Giovanni
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Tue, 30th November 2010 - Sat, 4th December 2010
From £16.00*Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart A new production for the 2010 Festival supported by Handel and Yvonne Evans Sung in Italian with English supertitles Mozart’s second collaboration with the mercurial librettist Lorenzo da Ponte is among the very blackest of black comedies. For its first new production of the opera in 10 years, Glyndebourne is pleased to welcome back the winning team of director Jonathan Kent and designer Paul Brown, while the conducting is shared between Festival Music Director, Vladimir Jurowski, and the new Music Director of Glyndebourne on Tour, Jakub Hruša. In the title role we also welcome back the great bass-baritone Gerald Finley, who has appeared in many Glyndebourne productions since joining the Chorus in 1986 – not least in the title role of Le nozze di Figaro at the opening of the new house in 1994. He has sung Don Giovanni to worldwide acclaim in New York, London, Paris, Vienna, Rome, Budapest and Prague. He is joined by Luca Pisaroni (Guglielmo in the 2006 Festival’s Così fan tutte) as Leporello, Kate Royal (the Governess in Jonathan Kent’s 2006 staging of The Turn of the Screw) as Donna Elvira, and the young Russian soprano Anna Samuil making her UK opera debut as Donna Anna....
Don Giovanni: Glyndebourne On Tour
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Tue, 2nd November 2010 - Fri, 5th November 2010
From £29.00*Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart A new production for the 2010 Festival supported by Handel and Yvonne Evans Sung in Italian with English supertitles Mozart’s second collaboration with the mercurial librettist Lorenzo da Ponte is among the very blackest of black comedies. For its first new production of the opera in 10 years, Glyndebourne is pleased to welcome back the winning team of director Jonathan Kent and designer Paul Brown, while the conducting is shared between Festival Music Director, Vladimir Jurowski, and the new Music Director of Glyndebourne on Tour, Jakub Hruša. In the title role we also welcome back the great bass-baritone Gerald Finley, who has appeared in many Glyndebourne productions since joining the Chorus in 1986 – not least in the title role of Le nozze di Figaro at the opening of the new house in 1994. He has sung Don Giovanni to worldwide acclaim in New York, London, Paris, Vienna, Rome, Budapest and Prague. He is joined by Luca Pisaroni (Guglielmo in the 2006 Festival’s Così fan tutte) as Leporello, Kate Royal (the Governess in Jonathan Kent’s 2006 staging of The Turn of the Screw) as Donna Elvira, and the young Russian soprano Anna Samuil making her UK opera debut as Donna Anna....
Don't Mess
Waterside Arts Centre, Quaytickets, UK
Sat, 13th March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £6.50*Every self-respecting stepmother has always preferred heart, lungs and liver to Whole Live Stepdaughter since folktales began ─ and Ratna’s no exception. This time, though, the ancient gods don’t agree ─ and when those gods decide to take action, it’s time to get very, very scared… Moby Duck’s latest show for older children blends two ancient Indian stories with Snow White, Sleeping Beauty and The Winter’s Tale from the West. Storytelling, dance, live music, and evocative masks/puppets swirl together in the company’s unique performance style. Miss it if you dare! Ages 8+ Duration: 80 mins (inc. 15 minute interval)...
Dreamboats and Petticoats
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Sat, 6th March 2010
From £10.00*The greatest days of your life! Inspired by the smash hit million selling albums Dreamboats And Petticoats One, Two and Three, comes the sell out sensation Dreamboats And Petticoats The Musical, direct from the Savoy Theatre in London’s West End, featuring some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era. Written by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, the team behind Goodnight Sweetheart, Birds of a Feather, The New Statesmen and Shine On Harvey Moon, this new feel-good musical production will give you ‘the greatest time of your life’, taking you back to a time when each passing week brought another classic track. In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition – and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock ‘n’ roll fame beckons… Featuring classic tracks from Roy Orbison, The Shadows, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury, and many more, including Let’s Dance, To Know Him Is To Love Him, Shaking All Over, Bobby’s Girl, Three Steps To Heaven, Little Town Flirt, Only Sixteen, Runaround Sue, Happy Birthday Sweet 16, Let It Be Me, Great Pretender, C’mon Everybody, Let’s Twist Again and many more hits from music’s golden era!...
Dreamboats and Petticoats
Playhouse Theatre, London, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Sat, 29th May 2010
From £49.00*Dreamboats and Petticoats, the rock ‘n’ roll musical based around the Fifties and Sixties hits from the two recently released compilation albums of the same name, will transfer to the West End’s Savoy Theatre next month, running for a limited season from 29 July to 12 September 2009 (previews from 22 July). The musical, which has been touring the UK extensively, fills the gap at the Savoy between the closure of Carousel, which finishes this Saturday 20 June (See News, 9 Jun 2009), and the UK premiere of Broadway screen-to-stage musical Legally Blonde, which starts previews on 5 December (See News, 21 Apr 2009). The first Dreamboats and Petticoats became one of the biggest-selling albums of the decade after its release in 2007, amassing sales of more than 600,000, with the second album, Dreamboats and Petticoats Two, climbing to number two in the charts within the first week of its release. The albums feature well-known rock ‘n’ roll classics from the likes of Roy Orbison, The Shadows, Eddie Cochran and Billy Fury. Around such hits, book writers Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, best known for TV sitcoms Birds of a Feather and Shine on Harvey Moon, have fashioned an original story. In 1961, emotions run high as talented young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win the hearts of their adoring female fans – and more importantly, the gorgeous Sue. But when shy Laura shows that she’s no slouch on the piano, rock ‘n’ roll fame beckons. Amongst the songs included in the show are: “Let’s Dance”, “To Know Him Is...
Dualia / La Leyanda
London Coliseum, London, UK
Tue, 27th April 2010 - Sun, 2nd May 2010
From £15.00*Spain's national dance company, Ballet Nacional de España, make a welcome return to London as part of Spring Dance at the London Coliseum. During its 30 years, Ballet Nacional de España has performed in some of the most renowned theatres in the world and received some of the highest accolades including the Medalla de Oro al Mérito en las Bellas Artes, awarded to artistic director Jose Antonio in 2005 by the Spanish Ministry of Culture. For their performances at the London Coliseum, the company perform two of their best loved works. Dualia was choreographed by two of flamenco's hottest stars Rojo and Rodriguez, and explores the sensuality of looks and caresses through movement and music. La Leyenda (The Legend) was choreographed by the company's artistic director José Antonio as a tribute to the famous flamenco star Carmen Amaya who died in 1963. The piece portrays images from her life – from the slums of Barcelona to the glamour of performing on the American stage in the 30s and 40s....
Dynamics
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Wed, 14th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £12.00*Angela Beardmore's School of Dance & Performing Arts has teamed up with Studio #1 to create a new musical and dance spectacular. Dynamics features hundreds of local children and adults performing on The Regent stage. A whole host of classic movie themes will form a dramatic backdrop to the thrilling routines. Songs from Annie, Beauty and the Beast, Blues Brothers, and Mamma Mia all feature with a truly magical tribute to Disney from the younger performers. Plus, don't miss an energetic tribute to the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Angela Beardmore’s School of Dance & Performing Arts has an outstanding record of students training to embark upon professional careers within performing arts with many already achieving successful careers. Studio #1 is an acclaimed street dance academy with many students holding world titles....
Enron
Noël Coward Theatre, London, UK
Wed, 10th March 2010 - Sat, 8th May 2010
From £49.50*Inspired by real-life events and using music, dance and video, Enron explores one of the most infamous scandals in financial history, reviewing the tumultuous 1990s and casting a new light on the financial turmoil in which the world currently finds itself. Directed by Headlong Theatre's Artistic Director Rupert Goold whose recent credits include the award-winning Macbeth and Six Characters in Search of an Author, King Lear, No Man's Land and Oliver! The political theatre of the 21st century has arrived The exhilarating answer to a $60bn question The mother of all corporate fiascos The Times An exhilarating mix of political satire, modern morality and multimedia spectacle A fantastic theatrical event The Guardian...
Evita
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Tue, 23rd March 2010 - Sat, 10th April 2010
From £21.00*With more than 20 major awards to its credit including the Olivier Award for Best New Musical and featuring one of the most coveted roles in musical theatre this powerful and compelling production is simply not to be missed. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's masterpiece - Features some of the most famous and inspiring music ever written, including Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, On This Night of a Thousand Stars and Buenos Aires, Evita brings to life the incredible true story of the dynamic, larger-than-life persona of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron. Beginning with the young ambitious Eva the production follows her rise to sainthood - telling the story of the enormous wealth and power she gained, to become the beloved Evita. 'There has never been a musical as dramatically exciting as Evita' - Time Out 'A tremendous piece of musical theatre' - Metro...
Experiences with a Stranger
Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking, UK
Wed, 3rd March 2010 - Wed, 3rd March 2010
From £13.00*UK premiere Experiences with a Stranger Sonia Gomez (Spain) Dance, performance art, physical theatre? You decide. An interactive experience on-line and in the flesh. In this creative, personalised, unique project Sonia Gomez gets to know a male volunteer for several weeks before her performance; exploring his desires, interests, fascinations – from art to travel, to body image, fantasy and more. Using dance, film, photography, music – whatever is appropriate to enhance the show. Sonia then creates a pilot TV programme, but for the stage. [Audience note: May, or may not, contain nudity.] Sonia Gomez Sonia studied Contemporary Dance and Choreography at the Institut del Teatre of Barcelona and in P.A.R.T.S (Performing Arts Research and Training Studios) in Brussels. She has worked with General Elèctrica, La Carnicería Teatro and La Fura dels Baus. In 2006 – 07 Sonia undertook the creations: Natural 2 (opening Mercat de les Flors, October 2006) and The Vicentes kill to the men, in the Sala Los Manantiales of Valencia. Experiences with a Stranger first opened at the Mercat de les Flors in March 2007, Barcelona. Sonia lives and works in Barcelona and describes her work as 'art, geek, chic'. Sonia Gomez's objective is to 'generously implement creative-performance impulses' with and for her most intimate strangers: men....
Fascinating Aida
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sun, 11th April 2010 - Sun, 11th April 2010
From £16.00*Britain’s top female comedy trio are 25 years old. Well, actually, they’re older than that, but have decided their Silver Jubilee can be celebrated for a few more years! Dillie, Adele and Liza look forward to entertaining you with some new songs. Thrill to the beauty of the harmonies, marvel at the intricate rhymes and, if you’re one of their older fans, remember to switch your hearing aid to the theatre’s loop system to avoid unpleasant whistling. ‘Happy Birthday Fascinating Aida. Hilarious, funny and filthy rude.’ The Daily Telegraph
Finishing The Hat
King's Head Theatre, London, Kings Head Pub Islington, UK
Mon, 22nd March 2010 - Mon, 22nd March 2010
From £15.00*Join us on Monday 22nd March 2010 to celebrate 80 years in the life of Stephen Sondheim, with the only concert in the UK to take place on his actual birthday. See some of the West End’s biggest and best musical stars as we celebrate the incredible work of one of the world’s most successful composers. All profits from this concert will be donated to TheatreMAD - The Make A Difference Trust. West End stars signed up to showcase their talents include Aimie Atkinson (Zorro), Lucy May Barker (Spring Awakening), John Barr (Ragtime), Rebecca Caine (Phantom of the Opera), Leila Benn Harris (Imagine This), Mark Evans (Wicked), Adrian Hansel (Hairspray), Jenna Lee-James (We Will Rock You), Jodie Beth Meyer (High School Musical), Jason Pennycooke (La Cage Aux Folles), Gabriel Vick (A Little Night Music), Charlotte Wakefield (Spring Awakening) and many more.* *Please note that all performers listed above are subject to availability. The management cannot be held responsible for the indisposition of a certain performer on the evening of the event. Running time: approx 2 hours with an interval...
Footloose: The Musical
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Tue, 13th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £16.00*Presented by Ravensbourne Light Operatic Society There’s just no stopping the music! Ravensbourne Light Operatic Society returns to the Churchill Theatre with this Broadway and West End smash hit. Footloose The Musical tells the story of city boy Ren who moves to small town America where dancing is banned. The show is packed full of electrifying dancing and classic eighties hits including: Holding Out For A Hero, Almost Paradise, Let’s Hear It For The Boy and the title track Footloose. Pulsating with energy this fast paced musical gets audiences on their feet. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberg Ltd on behalf of R&H Theatricals....
Freddie Starr
Barnsley Metrodome, Quaytickets, UK
Sat, 27th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £21.00*The madcap legend that is Freddie Starr will once again be thrilling UK audiences, as he takes his hilarious show to some of the country’s top theatres. One of Britain’s best loved and most enduring performers, Freddie has long since established himself as one of the all time greats, with his place in the Comedy Hall of Fame assured. Don’t miss this evening of madness and mayhem.
Freddie Starr
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Mon, 1st March 2010
From £18.50*The madcap legend that is Freddie Starr will once again be thrilling UK audiences, as he takes his hilarious show to some of the country’s top theatres. One of Britain’s best loved and most enduring performers, Freddie has long since established himself as one of the all time greats, with his place in the Comedy Hall of Fame assured. Don’t miss this evening of madness and mayhem.
Frisky and Mannish's School of Pop
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sun, 30th May 2010 - Mon, 31st May 2010
From £12.00*School is in session, pop is on the syllabus and it’s time to get educated. By the time class is dismissed, you’ll know your Kate Bush from your Kate Nash, your D-I-S-C-O from your D-I-V-O-R-C-E and your Eternal Flame from your That’s Not My Name. Catch Frisky and Mannish prior to the West End, as they twist and shout you through fifty years of pop with astonishing musical skill and a death-defying lack of restraint. ‘School was never, ever this much fun ... White hot ... Slick, polished and accessible feel-good stuff ... Frisky & Mannish haven’t so much arrived as been flown in by private jet as fully blown superstars.’ ***** Time Out...
George's Marvellous Medicine
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Tue, 1st June 2010 - Sat, 5th June 2010
From £15.00*By Roald Dahl Adapted by David Wood We present Roald Dahl’s amazing story about a young boy who makes a marvellous new medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper. But when his grandmother drinks his special new potion, the most incredible things start to happen. And George’s adventure has just begun! The Birmingham Stage Company is back on tour with a brand new adaptation of one of Roald Dahl’s funniest and most exciting stories. It follows the company’s acclaimed productions of Horrible Histories, Why The Whales Came and Danny The Champion Of The World. If you’re looking for fizztickling fun and wizzpopping magic for all the family, then don't miss George And His Marvellous Medicine! ...
George's Marvellous Medicine
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Tue, 8th June 2010 - Sat, 12th June 2010
From £15.00*By Roald Dahl Adapted by David Wood We present Roald Dahl’s amazing story about a young boy who makes a marvellous new medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper. But when his grandmother drinks his special new potion, the most incredible things start to happen. And George’s adventure has just begun! The Birmingham Stage Company is back on tour with a brand new adaptation of one of Roald Dahl’s funniest and most exciting stories. It follows the company’s acclaimed productions of Horrible Histories, Why The Whales Came and Danny The Champion Of The World. If you’re looking for fizztickling fun and wizzpopping magic for all the family, then don't miss George And His Marvellous Medicine! ...
George's Marvellous Medicine
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Tue, 30th March 2010 - Sat, 3rd April 2010
From £15.00*We present Roald Dahl’s amazing story about a young boy who makes a marvellous new medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper. But when his grandmother drinks his special new potion, the most incredible things start to happen. And George’s adventure has just begun! The Birmingham Stage Company is back on tour with a brand new adaptation of one of Roald Dahl’s funniest and most exciting stories. It follows the company’s acclaimed productions of Horrible Histories, Why The Whales Came and Danny The Champion Of The World. If you’re looking for fizztickling fun and wizzpopping magic for all the family, then don't miss George And His Marvellous Medicine! ...
George's Marvellous Medicine
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Tue, 22nd June 2010 - Sat, 26th June 2010
From £15.00*We present Roald Dahl’s amazing story about a young boy who makes a marvellous new medicine to cure his grandmother of her terrifying temper. But when his grandmother drinks his special new potion, the most incredible things start to happen. And George’s adventure has just begun! The Birmingham Stage Company is back on tour with a brand new adaptation of one of Roald Dahl’s funniest and most exciting stories. It follows the company’s acclaimed productions of Horrible Histories, Why The Whales Came and Danny The Champion Of The World. If you’re looking for fizztickling fun and wizzpopping magic for all the family, then don't miss George And His Marvellous Medicine! ...
Ghosts
Duchess Theatre, London, UK
Tue, 2nd March 2010 - Sat, 15th May 2010
From £45.00*Iain Glen will make his directorial debut with a new production of Ibsen’s “GHOSTS”. This new version by Frank McGuinness of “GHOSTS” will open at the Duchess Theatre in the West End on Tuesday 23 February 2010. Previews will commence on 11 February. “GHOSTS” will play a limited run until 15 May. Apart from directing, Iain Glen will play ‘Pastor Manders’ and Lesley Sharp will play opposite as ‘Mrs Alving’. Both award-winning actors, Iain Glen and Lesley Sharp are equally well known for their film and television work as for their highly-praised stage work. Harry Treadaway, upcoming young star of British film and television (including “Afterlife”, alongside Lesley Sharp, and Anthony DeEmmony’s “Recovery”, opposite David Tennant), will play ‘Oswald’. Jessica Raine, newly graduated from RADA and seen in “Gethsemane” at the National Theatre, will play ‘Regine’. Malcolm Storry, a veteran of the West End and recently ‘Gandolf’ in “The Lord Of The Rings” at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane and ‘Basilio’ in “Life Is A Dream” at the Donmar, will play ‘Engstrand’. “GHOSTS” will be designed by Stephen Brimson Lewis, with lighting by Oliver Fenwick, and sound & music by Richard Hammarton. With associate direction by Amelia Sears, Iain Glen will direct. “GHOSTS” will be co-presented in the West End by Thelma Holt and Nica Burns. ...
Giselle
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Thu, 6th May 2010 - Sun, 9th May 2010
From £15.00*Presented with new choreography Men Y Men Giselle is the ultimate Romantic ballet, a tale of innocence, betrayal and the redemptive power of true love. English National Ballet’s traditional staging of this 1841 masterpiece moves from the sunny optimism of Giselle’s idyllic village life to a ghostly, moonlit world of mystery and menace. Giselle is presented with the prelude Men Y Men, a new choreography by Wayne Eagling. Men Y Men is designed to challenge the men of the Company in a daring and thrilling new piece set to music by Rachmaninov. Choreographed for eight of the Company's brightest male talents Men Y Men sees men partnering men in an exploitation of the most exciting characteristics of a male ballet dancer; turning, jumping and lifting......
Giselle
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Fri, 16th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £2.00*English Youth Ballet presents an appealing and dramatic production of Giselle set on an English country estate with an 'upstairs downstairs' flavour about a young governess who is betrayed by the unfaithful Prince Albert. In her ultimate heartbreak, untimely death and afterlife her love saves him from the revenge of the Wilis. With enchantingly sumptuous costumes, pretty scenery and spectacular dancing, the production brings Giselle into this century with warmth, colour and drama.
Giselle
Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
Wed, 17th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £5.00*Presented with new choreography Men Y Men Giselle is the ultimate Romantic ballet, a tale of innocence, betrayal and the redemptive power of true love. English National Ballet’s traditional staging of this 1841 masterpiece moves from the sunny optimism of Giselle’s idyllic village life to a ghostly, moonlit world of mystery and menace. Giselle is presented with the prelude Men Y Men, a new choreography by Wayne Eagling. Men Y Men is designed to challenge the men of the Company in a daring and thrilling new piece set to music by Rachmaninov. Choreographed for eight of the Company's brightest male talents Men Y Men sees men partnering men in an exploitation of the most exciting characteristics of a male ballet dancer; turning, jumping and lifting......
Good Old Days
Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Tue, 20th April 2010 - Tue, 20th April 2010
From £10.50*A show for all ages that takes you back to a time when entertainment was great. Starring the powerhouse performance of TV legend Stu Francis backed by a full supporting professional cast, live music, hilarious comedy and feats of great danger and skill, this is a show not to be missed.
Grease
Piccadilly Theatre, London, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Sat, 4th September 2010
From £30.00*The smash-hit musical GREASE is now in its third great year at London's Piccadilly Theatre - the longest running show in the venue’s history! NOEL SULLIVAN (Flashdance The Musical, Hear’say) stars as Danny Zuko and SIOBHAN DILLON (finalist in BBC’s How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?). Radio DJ TOBY ANSTIS plays Teen Angel for a limited season from 25 January. GREASE is the original high-school musical featuring all the unforgettable songs from the movie including You're The One That I Want, Grease Is The Word, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Sandy and Greased Lightnin'. Book now. Don't miss GREASE... IT'S ELECTRIFYING! The smash-hit musical Grease has a new cast from 25 January 2010 including popular Heart presenter Toby Anstis. Making his West End debut, the radio star will gain a host of angels when he joins the cast as ‘Teen Angel’ for a limited season from 25 January to 20 March 2010 at London’s Piccadilly Theatre....
Grease Dine On Us Special Offer Ticket + Meal
Piccadilly Theatre + Meal, PACKAGES, UK
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From £55.00*With this exclusive packaged meal deal you will recieve a ticket to "Grease " at the Piccadilly Theatre and a meal voucher, valid for a 3 course meal at one of a selection of top London restaurants. The smash-hit musical GREASE is now in its third great year at London's Piccadilly Theatre - the longest running show in the venue’s history! NOEL SULLIVAN (Flashdance The Musical, Hear’say) stars as Danny Zuko and is joined at the end of January by a brand new Sandy, SIOBHAN DILLON (finalist in BBC’s How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?). GREASE is the original high-school musical featuring all the unforgettable songs from the movie including You're The One That I Want, Grease Is The Word, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Sandy and Greased Lightnin'. Book now. Don't miss GREASE... IT'S ELECTRIFYING! PLEASE NOTE: Although the producers of Grease cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist. Under 5’s will not be admitted due to the content in Grease we recommend that it is only really suitable for children above the age of 5. ...
Grease Ticket + Hotel
Piccadilly Theatre + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £77.30*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you receive a ticket for "Grease" and choose from our selection of top London hotels. SUMMER NIGHTS AT LONDON'S PICCADILLY THEATRE ARE GONNA BE A BLAST! The smash-hit musical GREASE is now in its third great year at London's Piccadilly Theatre - the longest running show in the venue’s history! NOEL SULLIVAN (Flashdance The Musical, Hear’say) stars as Danny Zuko and is joined at the end of January by a brand new Sandy, SIOBHAN DILLON (finalist in BBC’s How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?). GREASE is the original high-school musical featuring all the unforgettable songs from the movie including You're The One That I Want, Grease Is The Word, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Sandy and Greased Lightnin'. Book now. Don't miss GREASE... IT'S ELECTRIFYING! Please Note Emma Stephens will be appearing in GREASE until further notice. Emma Stephens will be on holiday from 22nd – 24th September 2009 and from 7th – 12th December 2009. PLEASE NOTE: Although the producers of Grease cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist....
Greed
Wimbledon Studio, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 31st March 2010 - Sat, 3rd April 2010
From £10.00*Dan and Emma have spent the noughties getting rich. They've just moved to their dream house and their perfect wedding has been planned to a tee. Then Dan comes home from work early one day and their world goes into freefall. A biting, darkly comic new play on the power of money, lust and the deadliest sin of all: Greed. Ben Clare is a member of the Royal Court studio writers group. His last play The Fear premiered as part of last year’s Fresh Ideas Season. Praise for Ben Clare's previous plays: 'dextrous, intelligent and provocative.' Three Weeks 'highly evocative detail with an excellent sense of originality and humour… Must See' The Stage ...
Hair
Gielgud Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 1st May 2010 - Sat, 8th January 2011
From £64.00*Welcome to the curly, shaggy, gleaming, streaming, wonderful world of HAIR. For the first time in West End history, an entire original Broadway cast transfers to the London stage! Don't miss this Tony Award winning company currently wowing audiences and critics alike in New York. A celebration of life, love and freedom, and a passionate cry for hope and change, HAIR features some of the greatest songs ever written for the stage, including Let The Sun Shine In, I Got Life, Hair and Aquarius.
Hair Ticket + Hotel
Gielgud Theatre + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £105.10*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you receive a ticket for "HAIR" and choose your from our selection of top London hotels. Welcome to the curly, shaggy, gleaming, streaming, wonderful world of HAIR. For the first time in West End history, an entire original Broadway cast transfers to the London stage! Don't miss this Tony Award winning company currently wowing audiences and critics alike in New York. A celebration of life, love and freedom, and a passionate cry for hope and change, HAIR features some of the greatest songs ever written for the stage, including Let The Sun Shine In, I Got Life, Hair and Aquarius....
Hairspray
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Tue, 21st September 2010 - Sat, 9th October 2010
From £21.00*Starring Brian Conley The West End's favourite musical comedy, Hairspray, is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre for three weeks only and starring stage and screen’s much loved Brian Conley as Edna Turnblad. Hairspray tells the story of Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart as she sets out to follow her extraordinary dreams, inspire her mum and win the boy she loves. Hairspray is the musical with everything - the ultimate feel-good show which has played to sold out houses in London, on Broadway and theatres around the globe. Big Hair, Big Heart, Big Hit - Book Now!...
Hairspray
Shaftesbury Theatre, London, UK
Tue, 2nd March 2010 - Sun, 28th March 2010
From £22.50*Big hair, big heart, big hit! Don’t miss the ultimate feel-good show, Hairspray, at the Shaftesbury Theatre! For a very limited period until 31 January 2010, Hairspray stars Never Mind the Buzzcocks comedian Phill Jupitus as you’ve never seen him before, in the role of big, blonde and beautiful Edna Turnblad, and pop legend Belinda Carlisle as the vain villainess Velma Von Tussle. And to top off the starry line up is TV and stage superstar Sharon D Clarke as the fabulous Motormouth Maybelle. On 2 February, Brian Conley returns to his role in the show as Tracy’s voluptuous mother. Follow Tracy Turnblad as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular dance show. Can this ordinary girl realize her extraordinary dreams, inspire her mum and still have time to win the boy she loves? HAIRSPRAY welcomes Brian Conley as larger-than-life Edna Turnblad. Brian is joined by Chloe Hart taking over as big-haired, big-hearted Tracy Turnblad in her West End debut, and Wicked's Liam Tamne as heartthrob Link Larkin. Brian Conley is one of the UK's biggest entertainment stars with credits spanning musicals, television, film, comedy and variety, including lead roles in hit musicals Me & My Girl, Jolson and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Don't miss this exciting new line up for London's happiest, funniest, sunniest show! ...
Halfway To Paradise: The Billy Fury Story
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Thu, 30th September 2010 - Thu, 30th September 2010
The story of a shy young boy from Liverpool who went on to become one of Britains' best loved rock stars. Now in its 14th year & still furiously rockin', hear his own band re-play live his timeless hits - Last Night Was Made For Love, I Will, Jealousy, Halfway To Paradise & many, many more. Add the beautiful voice of Colin Gold and you have a night blessed by heaven. Set to a giant nostalgic moving backdrop of this wonderful era & including personal movie footage of Billy and his band. "A great 60's night out!" - The Stage
Hansel & Grettel
Wimbledon Studio, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 19th May 2010 - Sat, 22nd May 2010
From £10.00*Paul Boyd's acclaimed musical of Hansel & Grettel, which has been successfully produced all across Ireland since 1997 and has enjoyed recent hit productions in the USA, finally comes to London in this all-new production from pbm! Directed by the author and produced by the creative team behind the Lyric Theatre Belfast's TMA Award-nominated production of Paul Boyd's musical Pinocchio, this dark and atmospheric fairy tale features 'a witty script and an exciting original score … a show not to be missed' (The Stage). Hansel & Grettel tells the musical story of two badly behaved children, two desperate parents, and one ill-advised trip into the woods. 'Don't miss the show’s OTT finale which blitzes on just when you think it’s all over!' Belfast Newsletter 'You really can’t afford to miss this!' Belfast Telegraph 'Boyd’s appealing musical is easily the best piece of theatre I have seen all year!' Irish News...
Haunted
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Mon, 8th March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £13.00*Starring Brenda Blethyn, Niall Buggy and Beth Cooke Haunted is a tale of obsession. A middle-aged man is captivated by a young woman who calls at the house, and his desperate attempts to engineer her return arouse his wife’s suspicions. A common story of foolish mid-life folly, perhaps – but is it real? Dreams and desire, passion and poetry mingle as these seemingly ordinary characters are brought poignantly to life. And as you’d expect from the legendary Edna O’Brien, there’s a heady dash of that old Irish magic she weaves so well. Niall Buggy and the multi-award-winning Brenda Blethyn star in this beguiling new play by one of Irish literature’s shining stars....
Hedda Gabler
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Mon, 15th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £13.50*Starring Rosamund Pike and Tim McInnerny Thrilling, enigmatic, destructive, Hedda Gabler is one of theatre’s most provoking characters, a heroine years ahead of her time. Returning from honeymoon and already bored with her marriage, headstrong Hedda finds herself caught between the brilliant but dissolute Eilert Loevborg and the clutches of the predatory Judge Brack. We can only watch as she embarks on a path of folly that can have only one outcome… Rosamund Pike's screen roles range from Bond villainess Miranda Frost in Die Another Day to Jane Bennet in Pride and Prejudice. Most recently she played the title role in Madame De Sade at the Donmar, and dazzles in the new film An Education. Tim McInnerny will always be Blackadder’s Lord Percy and Captain Darling but his many other screen credits include Spooks and Inspector George Gently, while stage roles range from Frank 'n' Furter in The Rocky Horror Show to Hamlet and Iago at the Globe. ...
Henry IV - Part 1
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London, UK
Sun, 6th June 2010 - Sat, 2nd October 2010
From £35.00*Prince Hal, son of Henry IV, seems to be squandering his life among the whores, boozers and petty rogues of Eastcheap. And the greatest of these rogues is the fat knight, Sir John Falstaff, a liar, glutton, lecher, cheat, braggart, fool and sponger who also possesses wit, warmth, intelligence and a gigantic sense of fun. But beside these scenes of glorious misrule gathers a nationwide rebellion led by the Duke of Northumberland and his charismatic son, Hotspur. The first instalment of Shakespeare's gripping account of the rise of Hal from idle barfly to monarch-in-waiting combines compelling power politics with the hilarious antics of Falstaff, Shakespeare's greatest comic creation. This production will employ Renaissance staging and costume....
Henry IV - Part 2
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 3rd July 2010 - Sun, 3rd October 2010
From £35.00*Hotspur is dead and Prince Hal has proved his mettle on the battlefield, but Henry IV lies dying and the rebels, though scattered, show no sign of declaring their allegiance to the Crown. Even Falstaff is forced out of the taverns to raise a scratch militia in the country. But will his attachment to the rising Hal be rewarded with promotion and the life of ease he feels sure he deserves? At least the equal of Part 1, Henry IV Part 2 includes some of the greatest moments in Shakespeare: the deathbed scene of the old King, when Hal contemplates the crown; the reunion of Falstaff with his old boon companion, Justice Shallow; and Hal's devastating rejection of Falstaff himself. This production will employ Renaissance staging and costume....
Henry VIII
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 15th May 2010 - Sat, 21st August 2010
From £35.00*The Tudor Court is locked in a power struggle between its nobles and the Machiavellian Cardinal Wolsey, the King's first minister and the most conspicuous symbol of Catholic power in the land. Wolsey's ambition knows no bounds and when his chief ally, Queen Katherine, interferes in the King's romance with Ann Bullen, he brings gigantic ruin upon himself, the Queen and centuries of English obedience to Rome. Famous in its own day as Shakespeare's most sumptuous and spectacular play, Henry VIII is a gorgeous pageant of masques and royal ceremony; a blaze of fireworks, cannonfire, red satin and cloth-of-gold. But within the passages of grandeur works the mind of the mature Shakespeare: psychological and political insight, language of great depth and power and, in the figures of Wolsey and Katherine, two of his most vivid and memorable characters. ...
HMS Pinafore
Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking, UK
Wed, 10th March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £13.00*KASJOG presents HMS Pinafore: this is the fourth Gilbert and Sullivan operetta, and was their first big hit running for 571 performances. With a hilarious plot and many familiar and unforgettable songs this show offers splendid entertainment.
Holding the Man
Trafalgar Studios, London, UK
Fri, 23rd April 2010 - Sat, 3rd July 2010
From £43.00*West End Premiere of the multi award winning play from Australia. 'A theatrical triumph' Variety 'Wickedly funny' The Australian Based on the much loved award winning book by Tim Conigrave, adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Tommy Murphy, Holding the Man is a hilariously funny, tender and moving play following the remarkable true life love story of Tim Conigrave and John Caleo. It is a celebration that speaks across generations, sexual preference and culture. Recreated for its UK premiere by the original Australian Director David Berthold and Tony Award winning Designer Brian Thomson. One of Australia's most celebrated comic actors, Jane Turner, from the Australian TV hit Kath and Kim, will be making her West End debut. The course of teenage love rarely runs smooth, but it is a white-water adventure if you are a gay boy in an all-male school in 1970s Melbourne with a crush on the captain of the football team. Still, despite the odds, Tim and John become close and for fifteen years their relationship survives everything life throws at it – the separations, the discriminations, the temptations, the jealousies and the losses – until the only problem that love can’t solve turns up to part them. Holding the Man has become one of the most successful Australian stage productions in recent years, breaking box office records, achieving a total of 4 sell out seasons in Sydney, and collecting numerous awards including 2007 NSW Premier's Literary Award for Best Play, the 2007 AWGIE for Best Play and the Phili...
Homage to Nureyev
London Coliseum, London, UK
Sun, 21st March 2010 - Sun, 21st March 2010
From £22.00*A Ballet Gala in memory of the legendary ballet star Rudolph Nureyev, celebrating his extraordinary career from Kirov soloist to masterly choreographer. After his defection to the West in 1961, Nureyev became a household name - delighting audiences with his electrifying and daring performances - but he never forgot his roots and did much to revive the Russian tradition. Perhaps the greatest male dancer since Nijinksky, his longstanding partnership with Dame Margot Fonteyn of the Royal Ballet was one of the most famous in the history of dance. In this special gala concert, Nureyev's dance and choreographic repertoire will be performed by international stars from the Bolshoi, Mariinsky, Royal Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet and Berlin Staatsballet. Among them: Igor Zelensky, Polina Semionova, Yevgenia Obraztsova, Svetlana Zakharova, Andrei Merkuriev, Dmitri Gudanov, Manuel Legris, Gil Roman, Olga Esina, Marianela Nunez, Thiago Soares, Alina Cojocaru, Johan Kobborg, David Makhateli, Roberta Marquez, Dmitri Gruzdyev, Farukh Ruzimatov, Mara Galeazzi, Ivan Putrov, Sarah Lamb, Inaki Urlezaga and others....
Hormonal Housewives
King's Theatre, Glasgow, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Sat, 6th March 2010
From £8.00*Every woman knows the challenges of juggling a career, childcare and the role of domestic goddess: women were multi-tasking before men stopped wearing loincloths! This hilarious evening of excessive laughter follows three hormonal women as they battle against weight loss, weight gain, mood swings, PMS, pelvic floor exercises, stretch marks, the onslaught of HRT, make-overs, waxing, men, chocolate, upper-lip hair, chocolate, chocolate...and all the other joys of reaching womanly maturity. Unmissable entertainment! Starring Carol Smillie.
Horrible Science
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 3rd March 2010 - Sat, 6th March 2010
From £14.00*What are millions of animals doing in your kettle? Why don’t penguins get spots? Why do rabbits eat the same food twice? Why doesn’t the moon wander off? Could a 10 million volt battery float over your head? And how long would it take foryour heart to pump enough blood to fill the theatre? Using actors and 3D Bogglevision, Horrible Science has the awful answers and this astounding show will thrill you and your children. From the acclaimed producers of Horrible Histories comes the incredibly squishy world premiere Horrible Science.
Hot Flush
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Tue, 6th April 2010 - Tue, 6th April 2010
From £10.00* Starring Lesley Joseph, Sam Kane, Hilary O’Neil, Anne Smith and Ruth Keeling Meet Myra, Sylvia, Helen and Jessica in this outrageous new musical! Share in the friendships, the secrets, the laughs, the tears and the ups and downs of four ordinary women and one man living extraordinary lives. Packed with fabulous new songs and big laughs, Hot Flush! is more fun than joining a gym, cheaper than botox, and might even leave you feeling 34½ again! So forget the credit crunch blues and get your girlfriends together for a hilarious evening of entertainment…or bring your man along...he'll have the biggest laugh he's ever had!...
Idomeneo
London Coliseum, London, UK
Fri, 18th June 2010 - Fri, 9th July 2010
From £16.00*Mozart's first mature masterpiece took a stock mythological plot and transformed it into a life-and-death drama of real characters confronted by the personal and political consequences of choices made in a time of war. Following her 2009 adaptation of Purcell's Dido and Aeneas which sold-out at the Young Vic, and is also set in the aftermath of the Trojan War, Katie Mitchell brings her unique directorial style to bear on what is now widely seen as Mozart's most deeply felt piece. Full of virtuosic yet often intimately lyrical vocal writing, grand public processions and stirring choruses, Idomeneo is conducted by ENO's Olivier Award-winning Music Director, Edward Gardner. The cast features some of Britain's best, including Paul Nilon, Robert Murray, Sarah Tynan and Emma Bell. Running time: 3hrs Idomeneo Paul Nilon; Idamante Robert Murray; Elettra Emma Bell; Ilia Sarah Tynan Conductor Edward Gardner; Director Katie Mitchell; Set Designers Vicki Mortimer, Alex Eales; Costume Designer Vicki Mortimer; Lighting Designer Paule Constable ...
Il Turco in Italia
Royal Opera House, London, UK
Sat, 3rd April 2010 - Mon, 19th April 2010
From £27.00*It’s La dolce vita with a twist in this sparkling production of Rossini’s opera of comic confusion – Il turco in Italia. Naples in the 1960s is the setting for a riotous and stylish staging by the ever-popular directors Moshe Leiser and Patrice Caurier, returning for its first revival by The Royal Opera since its acclaimed premiere in 2005. When a handsome Turkish prince arrives in pursuit of one of his harem he can have no idea of the unintended consequences in store when he falls for the charms of a bored housewife — whose husband not surprisingly objects. Add a smooth lady’s man and a poet who sees everything as the subject for his new play, then just watch as the cast get hopelessly knotted in intrigues, plots and doppelgangers. Once again, the performers are stellar indeed — top Royal Opera favourites acclaimed in this difficult and delightful Italian repertory. Ildebrando d’Arcangelo as the prince and Aleksandra Kurzak as the errant wife lead a cast guaranteed to bring out the sparkle of one of Rossini’s most engaging scores. There are wonderful ensembles, a great quintet and witty duets that give every opportunity for brilliant singing. Under the baton of Maurizio Benini, with the precision of the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House and the versatility of the Royal Opera Chorus, this is a rare occasion to bring out the full thrill of Rossini in live performance. ...
Improbable Fiction
Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking, UK
Wed, 14th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £11.00*Improbable Fiction being performed at Rhona McGaw Theatre.
Islands
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Tue, 27th April 2010 - Tue, 27th April 2010
From £12.00*We invite you to embark upon this thought-provoking journey to European islands. Explore themes of borders, images of utopia, marginality and confinement through a series of highly personal and interwoven stories. With an evocative musical score and state-of-the-art video, Islands promises a truly new theatre adventure. Performed in English, Spanish, German and Greek with surtitles. Suitable for ages 16+. In collaboration with Teatro Tamaska (Canary Islands), Theater Wahlverwandte (Germany) and Persona Theatre Company (Cyprus).
Jack & The Beanstalk
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Sat, 11th December 2010 - Sun, 16th January 2011
From £15.00*Jack & The Beanstalk, the 2010 pantomime at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking.
Jack and the Beanstalk
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Fri, 10th December 2010 - Sun, 16th January 2011
From £17.00*The Milton Keynes Theatre pantomime for the 2010/11 season. Full details and casting later in 2010.
Jason Manford
Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Wed, 14th July 2010 - Thu, 15th July 2010
From £20.00*As seen on Live at the Apollo, BBC1; Walk on the Wild Side, BBC1; As Seen on TV, BBC1; 8 out of 10 Cats, Channel 4; Royal Variety Performance 2009, ITV1; Jason Manford & Friends, BBC Radio 2. 'Guaranteed to deliver laughs…incredibly funny' Chortle 'One of the most consistently funny and effortlessly charming new comics around' Jonathan Ross 'A natural with the audience, warm, fun, engaging' Manchester Eve News 'Sharp observational comedy…inspired one-liners…Manford certainly knows how to get the laughs.' Metro 'Hilarious' Johnny Vegas 'A true master of observational comedy' BBC 'One of the funniest friends I’ve got' Peter Kay 'Engaging and witty' Sunday Times 'Deserves a cult following' The Scotsman Reconmended for ages 16+...
Je Suis Dead
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Mon, 19th April 2010 - Mon, 19th April 2010
From £5.00*What stories are we living which are not our own? Three strangers’ lives collide after a near fatal train accident. As daily life crumbles around them, unexpected ancestral figures start to step through the veil of their once well ordered lives. Stories come forth and tangle into an increasingly confused knot. Three ‘normal’ people desperately cling to who they believed they once were. What the hell is going on and whose story is it anyway? ‘Like a poem...every movement, tone and syllable is packed with meaning.’ The Baltimore Sun, USA
Jersey Boys
Prince Edward Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 1st May 2010 - Sun, 24th October 2010
From £31.50*‘This is an utterly wonderful show full of vitality, pace and power. The audience rose as one at the end of this true-life mega hit story of The Four Seasons.’ (Daily Express) The critics are united in their praise hailing ‘The phenomenal Jersey Boys’ (D.Telegraph) ‘a triumph of style, substance, heart and soul – A definite must-see!’ (London Lite) Featuring all the classic hits: SHERRY, BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY, CAN’T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU, BYE BYE BABY (BABY, GOODBYE), WORKING MY WAY BACK TO YOU, WALK LIKE A MAN, DECEMBER 1963 (OH WHAT A NIGHT) and more.
Jersey Boys
Prince Edward Theatre, London, UK
Tue, 9th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £61.75*In 1960, the group known as The Four Lovers evolved into The Four Seasons, with Frankie Valli as the lead singer, Bob Gaudio (formerly of The Royal Teens) on keyboards and tenor vocals, Tommy DeVito on lead guitar and baritone vocals and Nick Massi on bass guitar and bass vocals. ‘This is an utterly wonderful show full of vitality, pace and power. The audience rose as one at the end of this true-life mega hit story of The Four Seasons.’ (Daily Express) The critics are united in their praise hailing ‘The phenomenal Jersey Boys’ (D.Telegraph) ‘a triumph of style, substance, heart and soul – A definite must-see!’ (London Lite) Featuring all the classic hits: SHERRY, BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY, CAN’T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU, BYE BYE BABY (BABY, GOODBYE), WORKING MY WAY BACK TO YOU, WALK LIKE A MAN, DECEMBER 1963 (OH WHAT A NIGHT) and more. PLEASE NOTE This show is certified for children 12 and over, as it may contain strong language. ...
Jersey Boys Ticket + Hotel
Prince Edward Theatre + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £101.60*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you will receive ticket(s) to "Jersey Boys" and accommodation at our selection of London hotels. Broadway musical Jersey Boys is to open at London’s Prince Edward theatre next year. Jersey Boys, which tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, opens on 18 March 2008 following previews from 28 February. The musical premiered on Broadway in November 2005 and won several Tony Awards at the 2006 ceremony, including Best Musical. The new London production of Jersey Boys is staged by the entire Broadway creative team, led by director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo. The story of Jersey Boys follows four blue collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks – Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi – as they become one of the biggest American pop bands of the 1960s. The band’s songs include Sherry, Walk Like A Man, December 1963 (Oh What A Night), Big Girls Don’t Cry, Bye Bye Baby and Can’t Take My Eyes Off You. The musical is written by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, with lyrics by Bob Crewe and music by Gaudio. ...
Jerusalem
Apollo Theatre, London, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Sat, 24th April 2010
From £24.00*Please note that this production includes copious amounts of swearing and drugs references. Not for the faint hearted. Recommended age is 15+. Acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, Jez Butterworth’s new play is a comic, contemporary vision of life in our green and pleasant land. Starring Mark Rylance and Mackenzie Crook, JERUSALEM transfers to the West End following a sell-out run at the Royal Court Theatre. The production previews from 28 January 2010 and will have a strictly limited 12-week run at the Apollo Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue. On St George’s Day, the morning of the local county fair, Johnny Byron, local waster and modern day Pied Piper, is a wanted man. The council officials want to serve him an eviction notice, his son wants his dad to take him to the fair, Troy Whitworth wants to give him a serious kicking and a motley crew of mates want his ample supply of drugs and alcohol. ‘An instant, modern classic. Mark Rylance gives one of the greatest stage performances I have ever witnessed’ The Daily Telegraph ‘Jerusalem, beautifully directed by Rickson, proves to be even better than its ecstatic publicity suggests…. The cast are uniformly superb but Rylance is in a league of his own.’ The Independent ‘Refreshing, humane, touching and wickedly funny’ Evening Standard ‘A hilarious, enchanting, affecting evening. Rylance, the most exciting stage actor of his generation, playing one of the juiciest roles in living memory’ The Times ‘This play, this production, this performance are sensati...
Jimmy Carr: Rapier Wit
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Tue, 25th May 2010 - Tue, 25th May 2010
From £22.50*Jimmy Carr is not just a TV star. He’s won awards, released chart-topping DVDs (there’s a new one out this November), written a best-selling book and broken box office records by performing to over 500,000 people in the last three years. He may be the hardest working man in comedy. But perhaps he wouldn’t have to be if he had a little bit more talent. This show is exactly the same as last year’s except every single word. It’s rude, crude and offensive but those aren’t the only reasons you’ll enjoy it. Not to be missed, unless it’s not your kind of thing.
Jimmy Carr: Rapier Wit
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Mon, 12th April 2010 - Wed, 14th April 2010
From £22.50*If you only see one comedy show this year... what’s the matter with you? Get out more. A ‘rapier’ is the long sword of a gentleman. ‘Rapier wit’ is defined as clever, quick, intelligent humour. Please note, Jimmy Carr doesn’t have ‘the long sword of a gentleman’ and even if you like him, ‘clever, quick and intelligent’ is a bit of a stretch.
Jimmy Carr: Rapier Wit
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Sat, 13th March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £22.50*A heady mix of artistic integrity, loyalty and avarice has put Jimmy back on the road. If you only see one comedy show this year… what’s the matter with you? Get out more. A ‘rapier’ is the long sword of a gentleman. ‘Rapier wit’ is defined as clever, quick, intelligent humour. Please note, Jimmy Carr doesn’t have ‘the long sword of a gentleman’ and even if you like him, ‘clever, quick and intelligent’ is a bit of a stretch.
Jo Caulfield Won't Shut Up!
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sun, 18th April 2010 - Sun, 18th April 2010
From £14.00*The minute Jo Caulfield hits the stage you know you’re in for a good time. She is one of the most successful and instantly recognisable female comedians in the country. Star of Radio 4’s critically acclaimed It’s That Jo Caulfield Again and regularly seen on Mock The Week, Have I Got News For You, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Argumental, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and Best of The Comedy Store. ‘Sharp-witted, urban comedy that goes down a treat. Like a sociology textbook, but with jokes.’ The Times
John Bishop
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Sat, 30th October 2010 - Sat, 30th October 2010
From £20.00*The multi-award winning comedian and star of Live At The Apollo, Michael McIntyre's Roadshow, Skins, Mock The Week and 8 Out of 10 Cats, performs his brand new show. 'Bishop has funny bones' The Times 'Frankly hilarious' The Telegraph 'I can't help falling in love with this open, optimistic show' Guardian 'A gloriously gifted storyteller' Evening Standard
Jongleurs Comedy
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Thu, 1st April 2010 - Thu, 1st April 2010
From £10.00*The UK’s number one comedy company! Come along with your friends and enjoy two hours of top stand-up with the biggest and brightest stars on the comedy circuit. Jongleurs, the comedy club which launched the careers of Jack Dee, Paul Merton, Rory Bremner and many other household names, continues its highly successful tour of UK theatres with some of its hottest and most popular comedians. Tickets for these nights go like lightning, so book yours now and get ready for one of the funniest nights you'll have this year! Line up subject to change. Suitable for over 18s only.
Joseph
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Mon, 26th April 2010 - Sat, 1st May 2010
From £11.00*Having enjoyed sensational reviews, Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ‘Superb’, ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues to enjoy huge success across the country with standing ovations at every performance. Craig Chalmers, the most popular finalist in the hit BBC series Any Dream Will Do, takes the title role, having delighted theatre audiences on tour across the country week after week with his vocal talents. Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do, Close Ev’ry Door To Me and One More Angel. A truly global phenomenon, Joseph has been thrilling audiences worldwide for over 40 years - book your tickets now and be part of the magic! Please note that Craig Chalmers will not perform Wednesday matinees and Saturday early shows...
Katy Brand's Big Ass Tour
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Sun, 25th April 2010 - Sun, 25th April 2010
From £18.50*Katy Brand is taking her Big Ass on tour. Join the British Comedy Award Winner and star of ITV2’s Katy Brand’s Big Ass Show, Have I Got News For You and Peep Show, for an evening of anarchic comedy, celebrity satire, music spoofs and much, much more. Following the success of her hit TV show, Katy is returning to her live roots with this silly, sassy and smart evening of comedy. Featuring old favourites and new material, there’s something here for everyone. 'A canny ability to dismantle the silliness of celebrity' - The Guardian Recommended for ages 14+
Katy Brand's Big Ass Tour
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Wed, 21st April 2010 - Wed, 21st April 2010
From £18.50*Katy Brand is taking her Big Ass on tour. Join the British Comedy Award Winner and star of ITV2’s Katy Brand’s Big Ass Show, Have I Got News For You and Peep Show, for an evening of anarchic comedy, celebrity satire, music spoofs and much, much more. Following the success of her hit TV show, Katy is returning to her live roots with this silly, sassy and smart evening of comedy. Featuring old favourites and new material, there’s something here for everyone. 'A canny ability to dismantle the silliness of celebrity' The Guardian Recommended for ages 14+
Katya Kabanova
London Coliseum, London, UK
Mon, 15th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £16.00*David Alden follows his double Olivier Award-winning production of Janáček's Jenůfa with a new staging of the Czech composer's later lyrical masterpiece, Katya Kabanova. A claustrophobically intense yet heart-rending study of sexual morality within a close-knit community, it was inspired by Janáček's erotic obsession with a younger married woman. Stunning singing actress Patricia Racette makes her ENO debut as the passionate soul trapped in a loveless marriage, with Stuart Skelton (a sensational Peter Grimes in another Alden staging in 2009) as the stranger who offers her a brief hope of happiness. Janáček's most lyrically emotional score is conducted by Mark Wigglesworth with an outstanding cast also featuring Susan Bickley, Clive Bayley, John Graham-Hall, Anna Grevelius and Alfie Boe. Costumes were built by The Dallas Opera Costume Workshop A co-production with Teatro Nacional de Sao Carlos, Lisbon and Teatr Wielki-Opera Narodowa, Warsaw Supported by The Friends of ENO Running time: 1hr 40mins CAST: Katerina Kabanova Patricia Racette; Marfa Kabanicha Susan Bickley; Varvara Anna Grevelius; Boris Grigoryevich Stuart Skelton; Vanya Kudrjas Alfie Boe; Tikhon Ivanich Kabanov John Graham-Hall; Dikoy Clive Bayley; Kuligin William Robert Allenby Conductor Mark Wigglesworth; Director David Alden; Set Designer Charles Edwards; Costume Designer Jon Morrell; Lighting Designer Adam Silverman...
Ken Dodd
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Tue, 30th March 2010 - Wed, 31st March 2010
From £20.00*Ken Dodd is one of Britain’s funniest comedians - a true legend, icon and national treasure who has been entertaining us for over 55 years. Come and enjoy his famous Happiness Show and you’ll be absolutely discumknockerated (that’s Knotty Ash for ‘over the moon’) with a truly tattifelarius evening of laughter and songs presented by a comic genius. Enjoy a fun-filled variety show for all the family, with guests, non-stop gags and a selection of songs in celebration of more than fifty hilarious years of Happiness with The Squire of Knotty Ash.
Kindertransport
The Garrick, Stockport Plaza, UK
Sat, 20th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £8.00*When Evelyn’s daughter Faith is about to leave a home, a chance discovery in a battered suitcase of her mother’s childhood things uncovers a secret that Evelyn was one once Eva, a nine year old Jewish girl who in 1939 was one of 10,000 children sent by their anxious parents to the safety of the UK.
Knife Edge
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Fri, 16th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £5.00*John Stefanovich rules the streets of his estate. He rules the gangs, the drugs and the Police. Four months ago he stabbed a 16-year-old boy in a busy street. Local printer Brian Shelton is married with three kids and two mortgages. Four months ago, when his eldest son was stabbed on a crowded street no one saw anything; but everyone knows everything. With nowhere to turn and desperate for justice, Brian prints posters challenging John Stefanovich to a duel to the death.
La Bête
Comedy Theatre, London, UK
Mon, 28th June 2010 - Sat, 28th August 2010
From £26.50*Starring Mark Rylance, David Hyde Pierce and Joanna Lumley By David Hirson Directed by Matthew Warchus American playwright David Hirson's rollicking 1991 play, La Bête, is a comic tour de force about Elomire (David Hyde Pierce), a high-minded classical dramatist who loves only the theatre, and Valere (Mark Rylance), a low-brow street clown who loves only himself. When the fickle princess (Joanna Lumley) decides she’s grown weary of Elomire's royal theatre troupe, he and Valere are left fighting for survival as art squares off with ego in a literary showdown for the ages. La Bête will star Tony and Olivier Award winner Mark Rylance (Jerusalem, Boeing-Boeing), Tony and Emmy Award winner David Hyde Pierce (Dr Niles Crane in Frasier) and BAFTA Award winner Joanna Lumley (Patsy Stone in Absolutely Fabulous) and will be directed by the multi award-winning Matthew Warchus (The Norman Conquests, God of Carnage, Boeing-Boeing)....
La bohème
Theatre Royal Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
Wed, 3rd March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £9.00*This iconic opera tells the story of the love affair between Mimi and the struggling writer Rodolfo. The welcome return of an audience favourite, Tony award-winning director Stewart Laing’s production presents a traditional tale in a meaningful contemporary context - the exciting modern art scene of 21st century New York. Young artists, living and working in stark studio apartments, turn loft spaces into art galleries. When Rodolfo sees Mimi for the first time, they fall hopelessly in love - but the course of true love rarely runs smoothly. Encompassing dramatic passion and the pain of being young, poor and in love, Puccini’s whirling melodic score moves from revelry to romance as it carries the story toward its tragic conclusion. Young Irish soprano Celine Byrne and French tenor Avi Klemberg, make their Scottish Opera débuts. Nadine Livingstone (who also takes the title role in this season’s Kátya Kabanová) sings Musetta. Scottish Opera Music Director Francesco Corti conducts. Scottish Opera La bohème Giacomo Puccini Sung in Italian with English supertitles Revival of 2004 production...
La Fille du régiment
Royal Opera House, London, UK
Thu, 20th May 2010 - Thu, 3rd June 2010
From £37.00*Laurent Pelly’s fabulously entertaining production of La Fille du règiment was the hottest ticket in town when it was first staged early in 2007. The wonderful combination of great performance, stylish design and irreverently witty production are all ready for this first revival by The Royal Opera, and Bruno Campanella once more conducts Donizetti’s lively and memorable masterpiece to bring out all its undeniable lyrical charm. Many of the original cast return for their roles, so Natalie Dessay will once more be singing fabulous coloratura while ironing the regimental smalls — just one of a host of musical and stage moments from start to finish that has had the audience laughing out loud. The story has all the elements of comic coincidence and timely discovery as our tomboy heroine is forced into more ladylike circles suitable to her aristocratic birth. But while a judicious society wedding may be the intention of some, this heroine is far too spirited to give in to any wishes but those of her own heart.This is not a revival to miss if you like great singing of virtuosic showpieces, with a star cast and every number beautifully honed to hit its target — sometimes touching, sometimes lyrical, but always a delight. And in this inspired production, it is a truly memorable night of sheer fun with The Royal Opera. Running Time: 2 hours 45 minutes Conductor: Bruno Campanella Director: Laurent Pelly Set designs: Chantal Thomas Costume designs: Laurent Pelly Lighting: Joël Adam Choreography: Laura Scozzi Casting Marie: Natali...
La Fille Mal Gardee
Royal Opera House, London, UK
Tue, 9th March 2010 - Wed, 28th April 2010
From £20.00*La Fille mal gardée (or The Wayward Daughter) is one of Frederick Ashton’s most charming ballets. Its combination of lighthearted story, beautiful solos and pas de deux and lively ensembles have made it a timeless classic of the Royal Ballet repertory and an audience favourite every time. Haystacks and chickens, ponies and storms, and a charming tale of young love in a picturesque rural scene – everything sparkles with a winning combination of uplifting and expressive dance, vibrant colour and lyrical music. This is a great introduction to ballet for newcomers of any age. In the story, young Lise, the ‘wayward daughter’ of the title, is determined to marry Colas, the son of a farmer, for love. But her guardian aunt Widow Simone would rather she married the child-like Alain for money and status. The battle of wits and wills that follows is full of humour — and at every turn, Lise manages to stay one step ahead of her guardian. There are no prizes for guessing what the happy ending will be. Whether in the expressive power of the lovers’ pas de deux, the quirky characterizations of Widow Simone and Alain, or the shared joy of the rustic dances, this is a work to coax smiles and leave indelible memories...
La traviata
Royal Opera House, London, UK
Tue, 11th May 2010 - Mon, 24th May 2010
From £37.00*La traviata is one of the most popular of all operas, loved for its drama, its excitement and its famous music. The social scandal, stormy love affair and doomed heroine of La Dame aux camélias inspired Verdi to music of matching passion and memorable melodies. Richard Eyre’s ever-popular production for The Royal Opera brings the elegant world of 19th-century Parisian society to life. There is the glamour of an extravagant lifestyle made especially vivid through Bob Crowley’s sumptuous designs – but there are also the swiftly revealed dangers at the tragic heart of the drama. The claustrophobic conventions of society, painful deception and true self-sacrifice are even more powerful and poignant when set to Verdi’s music. Such powerful emotions so beautifully portrayed have earned La traviata its place as one of the greatest operas of all time. The wonderful musical resources of The Royal Opera – cast, conductor, chorus, orchestra – and this ever-popular production show why La traviata is also such great theatre....
Ladies Down Under
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Tue, 20th April 2010 - Thu, 22nd April 2010
From £10.00*Four Ladies – Pearl, Jan, Shelley and Linda – are celebrating with the trip of a lifetime to the Land of Oz, a journey that becomes a voyage of personal discovery set against the haunting back drop of Ayres Rock....
Laïla Diallo
Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking, UK
Fri, 5th March 2010 - Fri, 5th March 2010
From £13.00*WDF commission UK première Woking Dance Festival Associate Artist An evening of work including the UK premiere of a new WDF commission by Laïla Diallo (Canada/UK Five (2008) Between the Shingle and the Dune (2005) Imprint (2009) 'new work' (2010) The evening brings together four short pieces by Canadian-born, Bristol-based choreographer Laïla Diallo. Having first come to prominence as a dancer with Wayne McGregor's Random Dance, Diallo has since attracted attention for her choreographic work. Through these four distinct pieces runs the thread of her search for some emotional resonance, for the wonder in simplicity, for the startling in the very human. 'Between the Shingle and the Dune is a vigorous, virtuous and poetic dance.' Graham Watts, londondance 'One of the highlights of the festival was the première of Bristol based La?la Diallo’s new solo Imprint… a real joy to watch.' Erin Whitcroft La?la Diallo La?la is currently an Associate Artist at the Royal Opera House as well as with Arnolfini, Swindon Dance and Woking Dance Festival. She was awarded a Rayne Fellowship for Choreographers in 2006. Sense of Self, a full length evening co-choreographed and performed with choreographer Mélanie Demers is currently touring internationally. Other credits include On the feeling of being together (mapdance company), War and Peace (Canadian Opera Company), All's Well That Ends Well (National Theatre), Thérèse Raquin (National Theatre), Days of Significance (Royal Shakespeare Company), The Vortex (Theatre Royal Windso...
Laughter In The Rain
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Thu, 4th March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £20.00*From the producers of smash hit rock 'n' roll musicals including Dreamboats and Petticoats, The Roy Orbison Story and Elvis The Musical, comes Laughter In The Rain, a brand new show based on the rise, fall and rise again of pop music’s ultimate survivor... Neil Sedaka. With a career spanning six decades and including nine smash hit singles (three which became Number One), Neil Sedaka has been inducted into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, had a street named after him in his hometown of Brooklyn, and was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. From the innocent Fifties to the cynical Seventies and beyond, he has written and performed some of the world’s most beloved pop songs including Oh, Carol, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen, Solitaire, Calendar Girl, Amarillo, Laughter in the Rain and many more. Laughter In The Rain - a remarkable story of triumph against the odds....
Laughter In The Rain
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Mon, 7th June 2010 - Sat, 12th June 2010
From £14.00*From the producers of smash hit rock 'n' roll musicals including Dreamboats and Petticoats, The Roy Orbison Story and Elvis The Musical, comes Laughter In The Rain, a brand new show based on the rise, fall and rise again of pop music’s ultimate survivor... Neil Sedaka. With a career spanning six decades and including nine smash hit singles (three which became Number One), Neil Sedaka has been inducted into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, had a street named after him in his hometown of Brooklyn, and was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. From the innocent Fifties to the cynical Seventies and beyond, he has written and performed some of the world’s most beloved pop songs including Oh, Carol, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen, Solitaire, Calendar Girl, Amarillo, Laughter in the Rain and many more. Laughter In The Rain - a remarkable story of triumph against the odds....
Laughter In The Rain
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Mon, 15th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £12.00*From the producers of smash hit rock 'n' roll musicals including Dreamboats and Petticoats, The Roy Orbison Story and Elvis The Musical, comes Laughter In The Rain, a brand new show based on the rise, fall and rise again of pop music’s ultimate survivor... Neil Sedaka. With a career spanning six decades and including nine smash hit singles (three which became Number One), Neil Sedaka has been inducted into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, had a street named after him in his hometown of Brooklyn, and was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. From the innocent Fifties to the cynical Seventies and beyond, he has written and performed some of the world’s most beloved pop songs including Oh, Carol, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen, Solitaire, Calendar Girl, Amarillo, Laughter in the Rain and many more. Laughter In The Rain - a remarkable story of triumph against the odds....
Laurence Clark - Spastic Fantastic
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sun, 28th March 2010 - Sun, 28th March 2010
From £12.00*The show follows my attempts to reclaim the word ‘spastic’, as a person with cerebral palsy, through the power of stand-up comedy and hidden camera stunts. I am also currently part of the Abnormally Funny People monthly show at Soho Theatre and Chortle's Minority Report at Hackney Empire. If you want to get a taste of my sense of humour, check out my regular BBC Ouch column and some of my video sketches on YouTube.
Lee Mack: Going Out
King's Theatre, Glasgow, UK
Sat, 27th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £18.50*Critically acclaimed BAFTA-winning comedian Lee Mack returns to the live stage with a hotly anticipated new show. Lee will be bringing his trademark brand of high energy banter, well crafted gags and sharp one-liners to venues across the country on his biggest ever live stand-up tour. Television audiences will know Lee from the RTS and Rose d’Or award-winning Not Going Out (BBC ONE) with Tim Vine and Would I Lie To You? (BBC ONE) where he is a resident team captain. Lee was a key performer in the BAFTA winning The Sketch Show (ITV1), which ran for two series; he then worked alongside Kelsey Grammer in an American version of The Sketch Show; he wrote and starred in two series of the Sony Radio Award nominated, The Lee Mack Show (BBC Radio 2); hosted They Think It's All Over (BBC ONE); and headlined on Jack Dee Live at the Apollo (BBC ONE). Lee is also an acclaimed live performer. In 2005 Lee won the Best Stand-Up award at the Loaded LAFTAS. He has also previously received a nomination for the Perrier Award, and won a Time Out Best Live Comedy Award. His first stand up DVD - LEE MACK LIVE recorded at the Bloomsbury Theatre at the end of his 2006 sell-out tour will be released on 26th November. This brand new tour for 2009/2010 is bound to be a sell-out, so don't delay, get your tickets now!...
Legally Blonde - The Musical
Savoy Theatre, London, UK
Thu, 4th March 2010 - Sat, 23rd October 2010
From £19.00*College sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods doesn’t take ‘no’ for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone ‘serious’, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and heads for Harvard Law! Based on the hit movie, with Reese Witherspoon, Legally Blonde the Musical is the Broadway sensation created by a top-of-their-class creative team, led by Tony award-winning director and Olivier nominated choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray). Legally Blonde the Musical will take you from the sorority house to the Halls of Justice with London’s brightest new heroine (and of course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser). The verdict? This much fun shouldn’t be legal! Please note that Sheridan Smith (Elle Woods) will be on holiday for the following weeks: The role of Elle Woods will be played by Amy Lennox Wed 24th to Mon 29th March Wed 19th to Mon 24th May ...
Les 7 Doigts de la Main: Traces
Theatre Royal Brighton, Brighton, UK
Thu, 25th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £18.00*By Les 7 Doigts de la Main (The 7 Fingers) Since taking the Edinburgh Festival by storm in 2007, followed by sell-out seasons in London’s West End, New York, Paris and Montreal, award-winning Traces tours the UK for the first time. Traces is a high energy, dazzling display of urban acrobatics that combines traditional circus skills with basketball, skateboarding, a mix of street and contemporary dance, traditional theatre, humour and amazing audio visual effects. Set to a soundtrack that includes hip-hop, rock 'n' roll, blues and classical music, this infectious funky pioneering new brand of circus is a thrill-a-minute that will leave you begging for more. The five ultra talented performers reveal snippets of their own personal stories throughout the show, drawing the audience in until the dramatic climax leaves them on the edge of their seats willing them to pull off the seemingly impossible. ...
Les Misérables
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Tue, 10th August 2010 - Sat, 21st August 2010
From £22.50*Cameron Mackintosh is delighted to announce the exciting new 25th anniversary production of the World’s Longest Running Musical, Les Misérables will be coming to The Lowry in August 2010 for 2 weeks only. Heading a magnificent new cast is Broadway and West End star John Owen Jones, hailed by the New York Post as the best Jean Valjean since Colm Wilkinson, and West End stars Earl Carpenter as Javert and Gareth Gates as Marius. The legendary score includes the songs, ‘I Dreamed a Dream’, ‘On My Own’, ‘Stars’, ‘Bring Him Home’, ‘Do You Hear the People Sing’, ‘One Day More’, ‘Empty Chairs at Empty Tables’, ‘Master of the House’ while the new sets feature spectacular designs inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. This is a strictly limited season so don’t miss your chance to experience this unforgettable show. Dream the dream and book now! Orchestra Pit Please note when booking your tickets that Rows A&B in the Stalls are removed as an orchestra pit, making Row C the front row....
Les Misérables
Queen's Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 1st May 2010 - Sat, 26th February 2011
From £19.00*Now approaching its 25th year in London, Les Misérables is the world's longest running musical, surpassing the record created by Cats in the West End. This international award-winning musical sweeps its audience through an epic tale of passion and destruction, against the backdrop of a nation in the grip of revolution. Seen by more than 55 million people worldwide in 40 countries and in 21 languages, this spectacular adaptation of Victor Hugo's masterpiece continues to thrill audiences night after night.
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From £68.00*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you can choose from the range of "Les Misérables" theatre tickets and choose your duration at our selection of London hotels. Seen by over 50 million people worldwide in 38 countries and in 21 languages, Les Misérables is one of the world’s most popular musicals. There have been 31 cast recordings of Les Misérables, including the multi-platinum London cast recording and the Grammy Award-winning Broadway cast and complete symphonic albums. The video of the 10th Anniversary Royal Albert Hall Gala Concert has sold well over one million copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling musical videos ever in the UK. • ONE OR TWO NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION AT A TOP LONDON HOTEL Hotels available as part of this deal include: Days Hotel Waterloo *** 3 Star The Days Hotel London Waterloo offers great value for money together with a superb location. We are located south of the river Thames in the London Borough of Lambeth. Landmark such as the Imperial War Museum and the London Eye are within a 10 minute walk with other attractions within easy reach. English breakfast included. Strand Palace *** 3 Star The Strand Palace is one of London's best hotels for business and leisure guests. We have recently undergone a refurbishment our bedrooms, public areas, Strand Academy and Johnstons Brassiere. As a guest you will enjoy one of finest central locations in the capital. Just outside the doors are London's famed theatreland and the cosmopolitan bustle of Covent Garden. The City - London's financial ...
Let's Hang On
Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Fri, 28th May 2010 - Fri, 28th May 2010
From £15.00*Let's Hang On performs 'an outstanding tribute' to the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. The music of Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito & Nick Massi was recognised around the world for its legendary falsetto lead vocal and incredible doo-wop harmonies, making these blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks, who wrote their own songs, invented their own sound, one of the biggest pop sensations of all time! Let's Hang On will take you back to this magical time in music history. Performing all your favourite hits, including Sherry, Big Girl's Don’t Cry, Rag Doll, Walk Like A Man, Dec '63 (Oh What A Night), Can't Take My Eyes Off You and many more. So don't miss this exciting show, guaranteed to have you singing at the top of your voices and dancing in the aisles! ...
Like An Idiot
Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Mon, 1st March 2010
From £13.00*UK Premiere Like An Idiot by Cristina Moura (Brazil) An exploration of dance performed to music ranging from Mozart to Lauryn Hill. Physical, concrete, subjective, Moura’s movement vocabulary is emotional and political, displaying the body as a storehouse of emotions. In 2005, Like An Idiot was part of the official program of the Brazilian Season in France and in 2006 part of the Copa da Cultura in Germany. 'Cristina Moura's solo urban dance work Like An Idiot is an inner landscape of dancing with oneself - funny, physical, political, impulsive.' - Staci Nevinski, CulturalAffairs Cristina Moura Dancer and choreographer, Cristina has worked with companies from Brazil and Europe. From 1995 to 2002 she worked and lived in Europe, returning to Brazil in 2002. She premiered her dance solo Like An Idiot at the Panorama de Dança Festival Rio de Janeiro. Since then the solo has been presented more than 120 times in Brazil, Belgium, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, UK, USA and Uruguay....
Little Howard
King's Theatre, Glasgow, UK
Sat, 20th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £13.50*Little Howard and the Magic Pencil of Life and Death As seen on the Royal Varity Performance 2009 Little Howard, the world’s first six-year-old, animated, interactive, "standing up comedian" is the brilliant creation of the award winning Howard Read. Together they are the comedy duo everyone's talking about - Big Howard, Little Howard. 'This has to be one of the most magical double acts on the circuit' ***** Stage 'Incredibly achingly funny' Daily Mail AGE RESTRICTION: 6 years +
Lord Arthur's Bed
King's Head Theatre, London, Kings Head Pub Islington, UK
Tue, 2nd March 2010 - Sun, 21st March 2010
From £16.00*2008 - City slickers Donald and Jim are celebrating their civil partnership. 1868 - Wealthy young cross-dressers Ernest (Stella) and Fred (Fanny) are celebrating Stella's 'marriage' to Lord Arthur Clinton MP. LORD ARTHUR'S BED weaves these two stories together, dramatizing the farcical trial that gripped the nation 25 years before the downfall of Oscar Wilde. In Fanny and Stella's extraordinary, comical and true story that led them to a sensational trial before the Lord Chief Justice of England in 1870, two modern men find a hidden history and some uncomfortable truths that threaten to wreck their new life together. Opening at the Brighton Festival in May 2008, the play , which contains nudity and scenes of gay sex, was denounced in the Brighton Argus for being performed in a church. Their reviewer later described it as “a raw play that tackles homosexual issues head on.” The cast includes Spencer Charles Noll who won the Michael MacLiammoir award for best actor for LORD ARTHUR'S BED at the 2009 Absolut Dublin Gay Theatre Festival. **** Reviews “An evening of gay delight” Manchester Evening News “A raw play that tackles homosexual issues head on” Brighton Argus ...
Los Vivancos
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Thu, 25th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £16.00*Los Vivancos are 7 spanish brothers who perform flamenco but they also perform a variety of dance and musical disciplines, including some of the more graceful movements of martial arts, break-dance, ballet, theater and acrobatics. They also play musical instruments...
Lotty's War
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Mon, 8th March 2010 - Tue, 9th March 2010
From £15.00*The German presence in Guernsey is one of the comparatively obscure episodes of World War II, even for some present-day islanders. Realising his ignorance, St Peter Port writer Giuliano Crispini embarked on some solid research in the name of preserving the heritage of fellow Guerns. Michael Fenner and Katie Howell in Lotty's War at the Greenwich Playhouse, London Photo: Iain Davie Under Iain Davie’s direction, his play also exploits to the full the dramatic tension inherent in occupation as the simple classifications of enemy and friend are blurred by deeper acquaintance. After a burst of horse-play accompanied by Guernsey French, we’re soon drawn into the inevitable love story between a commandant and a woman he commandeers along with her home, faithfully recreated by David Crisp’s era-evocative set. Part composed young woman, part rebellious teenager, Lotty (Katie Howell) is fiery and defiant in ankle socks and a faded print dress. Michael Fenner is persuasive and convincing as the occupying general Rolf, with his perfect command of English idiom and even of English humour....
Love Never Dies
Adelphi Theatre, London, UK
Fri, 19th March 2010 - Sat, 23rd October 2010
From £31.75*The principal characters of The Phantom of the Opera continue their stories in Andrew Lloyd Webber's LOVE NEVER DIES. Ten years after the mysterious disappearance of The Phantom from the Paris Opera House, Christine Daaé accepts an offer to come to America and perform at New York's fabulous new playground of the world - Coney Island. Christine arrives in New York with her husband Raoul and their son Gustave. She soon discovers the identity of the anonymous impresario who has lured her from France to sing. LOVE NEVER DIES is a rollercoaster ride of obsession and intrigue. in which music and memory can play cruel tricks. and The Phantom sets out to prove that, indeed, LOVE NEVER DIES...
Love Never Dies Theatre + Hotel
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From £83.80*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you receive a ticket for "Love Never Dies" and choose your from our selection of top London hotels. This is the brand new Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, the sequel to the award winning original theatre production of Phantom of the Opera. Since The Phantom first graced the West End in 1986 there has not been another show that has warmed the hearts more of theatre goers worldwide. Keith Prowse is proud to be an official supplier of Love Never Dies tickets. The principal characters of The Phantom of the Opera continue their stories in Andrew Lloyd Webber's LOVE NEVER DIES. Ten years after the mysterious disappearance of The Phantom from the Paris Opera House, Christine Daaé accepts an offer to come to America and perform at New York's fabulous new playground of the world - Coney Island. Christine arrives in New York with her husband Raoul and their son Gustave. She soon discovers the identity of the anonymous impresario who has lured her from France to sing. LOVE NEVER DIES is a rollercoaster ride of obsession and intrigue. in which music and memory can play cruel tricks. and The Phantom sets out to prove that, indeed, LOVE NEVER DIES...
Lucy Porter
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Thu, 29th April 2010 - Thu, 29th April 2010
From £14.00*Lucy Porter’s latest solo show is a witty romp through the history of gold. In these times of recession, gold is prized more highly than ever. What’s so special about gold, and why is it that human beings have long been obsessed with the yellow, shiny stuff? The show will feature live alchemy, a tribute to Mr T. and a very valuable, big gold thing with security guards and everything! Lucy Porter is a gilt edged national treasure.
Macbeth
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London, UK
Fri, 23rd April 2010 - Sun, 27th June 2010
From £35.00*When three witches tell the general Macbeth that he is destined to occupy the throne of Scotland, he and his wife choose to become the instruments of their fate and to kill the first man to stand in their path, the virtuous King Duncan. But to maintain his position, Macbeth must keep on killing - at first Banquo, his old comrade-in-arms; and later, as the atmosphere of guilt and paranoia thickens, anyone who seems a threat to the tyrant and his fear. From its first moments to the last fulfilment of the witches' prophecy, Shakespeare's gripping account of the psychological experience of murder enthralls the imagination. In scenes of nightmarish vividness and language of haunting power, Macbeth represents the profoundest engagement with the forces of evil in all drama....
Mad About the Musicals
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Fri, 2nd April 2010 - Fri, 2nd April 2010
From £17.00*‘Mad About The Musicals’ returns with its award winning spectacular 2009 show. This electric production of Musical Showstoppers was voted by many venues last year as one of the best one-night shows in the UK. From the poignant ‘All I Ask Of You’ to the dramatic ‘One Day More’ Mad About’s talented ensemble conjure stunning, high quality vocal performances, which evoke the true spirit of the West End. Transporting you on a whistle stop tour into the heart of London’s theatre land the show contains over 20 of your favourite musicals from composers such as Andrew Lloyd Webber, Boublil and Schonberg. So, sit back and enjoy two hours of unforgettable West End and Broadway favourites, the stunning vocal talents of a West End cast, live band, top notch dancing, stunning lighting and glitzy costumes - ‘A Pure Slice Of Entertainment’. Hailed as ‘OUTSTANDING!’ by the Stage, ‘THE BEST SHOW OF ITS KIND’ by Encore Magazine and nominated ‘PRODUCER OF THE YEAR’ this is one definitely not to miss!! ...
Magia de la Danza
London Coliseum, London, UK
Tue, 6th April 2010 - Sun, 11th April 2010
From £15.00*Making its long-awaited debut at the London Coliseum, Ballet Nacional de Cuba presents two programmes, which showcase the company’s unparalleled technique and extraordinary flair for invigorating Western ballets with vivid Cuban passion. Magia de la Danza is a mixed bill which brings together extracts from seven of the company's most famous ballets including the Nutcracker, Coppélia and Swan Lake. The full programme is: Giselle Pas de Deux (Act II) Sleeping Beauty Polonesa and Grand Pas de Deux (Act III) The Nutcracker Waltz of the Flowers and Grand Pas de Deux (Act II) Coppélia Mazurka (Act I) and Grand Pas de Deux (Act III) Don Quixote Dance of the Toreadors (Act I) and Grand Pas de Deux (Act III) Swan Lake Dance of the Swans and Pas de Deux (Act II) Gottschalk Symphony Creole Party These performances feature a full live orchestra and four special guest appearances from international superstar Carlos Acosta, who performs with the company on 30 March and 1, 7 and 8 April. This will be the first time Acosta has ever danced with Ballet Nacional de Cuba in the UK. “The Cubans are famously a company of virtuosos and wherever you looked on stage there were other star turns” THE GUARDIAN...
Magic of the Dance
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Wed, 14th April 2010 - Thu, 15th April 2010
From £39.50*The Lowry is delighted to welcome Ballet Nacional de Cuba, one of the world’s most prestigious dance companies, to its stage for the first time. They will be joined by Carlos Acosta for a special appearance in the performance on Thu 15 April at 7.30pm. Renowned for its unparalleled technique and impeccable style, taking classic Western ballets and invigorating them with passion and Latin-American drama, the company has created more than 600 works and performed in more than 60 countries worldwide. Founded by ballet legend Alicia Alonso, the company has spawned and exported some of the world’s greatest male dancers, including the wonderful Carlos Acosta, Principal Guest Artist at The Royal Ballet. Magia de la Danza (Wed 14 & Thu 15 April) is a spectacular showcase which brings together extracts from Alonso’s versions of seven of the company’s most famous classical ballets including the Nutcracker, Coppelia and Swan Lake. Carlos Acosta will be performing Grand Pas de Deux from Act III of Don Quixote. Please note that Ballet Nacional de Cuba be performing to a pre-recorded orchestral soundtrack....
Maine Road
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Fri, 19th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £7.50*Maine Road is a story about a young lad and his family who live near the beloved original ground of Manchester City Football Club, Maine Road. It is set in 2003 when City were playing their last few games at the stadium before it was demolished. Already devastated about his team moving to the other side of the city, Leo is having to come to terms with the possibility of losing everything else that matters most to him.
Mamma Mia!
Prince of Wales Theatre, London, UK
Sat, 6th March 2010 - Sat, 26th March 2011
From £49.00*'THE FEEL-GOOD FACTOR OF A GREEK ISLAND HOLIDAY!' The Guardian A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget. Over 27 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show. Catherine Johnson's sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings 3 men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago! The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, and every night everyone's having the time of their lives!...
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From £85.60*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you can choose from the range of "Mamma Mia" theatre tickets and choose your duration at our selection of London hotels. 'THE FEEL-GOOD FACTOR OF A GREEK ISLAND HOLIDAY!' The Guardian A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget. Over 27 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show. Catherine Johnson's sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings 3 men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago! The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, and every night everyone's having the time of their lives! ...
Maria Stuarda
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sat, 19th June 2010 - Sat, 19th June 2010
From £14.00*One of Donizetti’s most dramatic and affecting works, Maria Stuarda charts fact and fictional events leading to Mary Queen of Scots execution. Donizetti originally courted controversy by addressing such powerful material and the opera was initially banned. Two exceptional singers return to Opera North, Sarah Connolly to sing Mary Queen of Scots (Romeo in I Capuleti e i Montecchi, Autumn 2008) and Antonia Cifrone sings Elizabeth I (Lady Macbeth, Macbeth, Spring 2008). Both will bring charisma and drama to the lead roles of this bel canto opera. The centrepiece of this opera is the fictional confrontation between Mary Stuart, the Catholic Queen of Scotland, and the Protestant Queen Elizabeth I. The opera builds to the moment of conflict when political, religious and romantic tensions simmer over, resulting in Mary's condemnation and eventual execution. The opera is recognised as one of Donizetti's most persuasive and powerful scores and culminates in an exceptionally affecting final scene. Antony McDonald is well known at Opera North for his set designs and will make his directorial debut with this production, joined by the widely travelled conductor Guido Johannes Rumstadt. Sung in Italian with English titles Lasts approximately 2 hours 30 minutes...
Marianne
Wimbledon Studio, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 12th May 2010 - Sat, 15th May 2010
From £10.00*Cath and David have lost a child. Allie has lost a best friend. And Ash has gained a heart. Marianne follows the paths of four people, whose worlds have been changed beyond recognition by one event. Marianne is a play about grief and love, about youth and age, about life standing still and life moving on, about being alive and being dead. Without a Paddle Theatre presents this dark, poignant and often funny play, which explores the person-shaped hole that is left in your life when somebody dies. In 2009 Anna won Best New Writing at the Lost One Act Festival, and the Panel Award and Audience Award for Best Play at the Off Cut Festival (Old Red Lion). Marianne was shortlisted for the Bruntwood Royal Exchange Prize in 2008. 'Anna Jordan is a new and exciting voice in the theatre.' Jeremy Kingston – The Times ...
Mark Morris Dance Company
London Coliseum, London, UK
Wed, 14th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £16.00*Described by The Washington Post as America’s “Mozart of modern dance” Mark Morris has changed forever the way audiences see modern dance. He returns to the London Coliseum to present his brilliant and majestic L’Allegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato. “Once in a very rare while something comes along that simply has to be seen. For dance fans that something is Mark Morris’s L’Allegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato, just over two hours of blissful dance – and music” THE TIMES When it premiered in 1988 L’Allegro, il Penseroso ed il Moderato was instantly heralded as a landmark work. The musical landscape includes Handel’s pastoral ode set to the poetry of John Milton. The set design includes inspiration from William Blake’s later watercolours illustrating Milton’s poems. Boasting 24 dancers, ENO’s Orchestra and Chorus, and four vocal soloists, don’t miss “one of the very greatest dances of the late 20th century” (Boston Herald) as it returns to London for the first time in ten years. 5 performances. Running time: 2hrs Soprano Malin Christensson and Elizabeth Watts; Tenor Mark Padmore; Baritone Andrew Foster-Williams; Chorus New London Chamber Choir Conductor Jane Glover; Choreographer Mark Morris; Set Design Adrianne Lobel; Costume Design Christine Van Loon; Lighting Design James F. Ingalls ...
Mark Watson
Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Thu, 7th October 2010 - Thu, 7th October 2010
From £16.50*The multi-award winning comedian and host of BBC's We Need Answers, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, and a Mock The Week regular and star of cult Radio 4 series Mark Watson Makes The World Substantially Better, Mark Watson finally returns to the road in the UK, with his most personal, most surprising, and funniest show yet. Total sell-out seasons at the Montreal, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh Festivals. Reconmended for ages 16+
Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Fri, 5th March 2010
From £18.00*When it premiered at in 1995, Matthew Bourne’s triumphant modern re-interpretation of SWAN LAKE turned tradition upside down, taking the dance world by storm. Now firmly crowned as a modern day classic, this iconic production is perhaps best-known for replacing the traditional female corps de ballet with a menacing male ensemble. Matthew Bourne blends dance, humour and spectacle with extravagant, award-winning designs by Lez Brotherston, to create a provocative and powerful Swan Lake for our times. Collecting over 30 international theatre awards including three Tonys, SWAN LAKE has been acclaimed as a landmark achievement on the international stage. It has become the longest running ballet in the West End and on Broadway and enjoyed four hugely successful tours in the UK and thrilled audiences all over the world....
Me and Me Dad
The Met, Main Theatre, The Met, UK
Thu, 1st April 2010 - Thu, 1st April 2010
From £12.00*A story of friendship, fish pie and flick-to-kick football Andy Green's dad is good at Subbuteo; hopeless with spaghetti. So when Andy's mum dies, he does the decent thing - he takes a month off work and moves back home with his dad to teach him how to cook. Fighting memories, and occasionally each other, the pair boil pans and set grills on fire. Can their relationship survive? Or is this is one kitchen nightmare even Gordon Ramsay couldn't fix? A brand new bittersweet comedy from the writer of My Favourite Summer. This play may contain strong language.
Medea
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Tue, 13th April 2010 - Sat, 17th April 2010
From £16.00*Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. Alone, betrayed by a husband she sacrificed everything for, Medea unleashes a horrific vengeance on her enemies, making both assassins and victims of her own children. Featuring one of the most powerful female roles in the history of drama, Medea is an intense story fuelled by passion, hatred and blistering rage. Heroic yet deadly, sympathetic yet appalling, Medea’s barbaric actions will stir your emotions as you find yourself irresistibly drawn into the nightmare world of this spectacularly vengeful woman. Northern Broadsides are internationally celebrated for their highly charged performance style and charismatic cast of actors, winning them the loyal following of the public and critics alike. Their vitality, directness and energy will ignite the dramatic voltage of Tom Paulin’s gripping new version. ‘This is acting so immediate, so alarmingly intimate…it becomes difficult to believe that anyone could only be pretending.’ The Guardian on Antigone (The Lowry, xxxx) ***** The Guardian on Tom Paulin’s The Riot Act ...
Mikhailovsky - Cipollino
London Coliseum, London, UK
Sat, 17th July 2010 - Sat, 24th July 2010
From £10.00*This ballet enchants you from its very first minute. The harmony of the melodic and ear-catching music by Karen Khachaturian, bright sets and costumes by Valery Leventhal and vivid choreography by Genrikh Mayorov, perfect both for children and for grown-ups, made it a real blockbuster. In London, an extra element is added: specially for the noisy auditorium of chattering youngsters a narrator will deliver the storyline and introduce the characters. The fairy-tale story by Italian author Gianni Rodari tells of the adventures of the Little Onion boy (in Italian, Cipollino), who fights the unjust treatment of his fellow vegetable folk (his little girlfriend Radish, old Mr Pumpkin, handyman Master Grape) by the fruit “aristocracy” (foppish Prince Lemon, martinet Signor Tomato and Countesses Cherries). Even though the ballet was created especially for young people, it never lacks “serious” choreography of classical ballet. The principals of the Mikhailovsky Ballet really enjoy themselves turning from Siegfrieds and Odettes into ‘vegetables’ and ‘fruits’. The rhythms of dance, the portrayal and humour of the characters and the exceptional performances will keep everyone enthralled. Please note: there are no surtitles in this production...
Mikhailovsky - Giselle
London Coliseum, London, UK
Thu, 15th July 2010 - Fri, 16th July 2010
From £15.00*The stage life of Giselle wasn't an easy one. After the premiere of 1841 featuring Carlotta Grisi and Lucien Petipa, the ballet was performed in France till 1863, when it disappeared from the repertoire. Giselle was forgotten in its motherland but became a most frequently shown ballet on the Russian stage. In 1842, the ballet was staged in St.Petersburg. At the beginning of the 20th century during the ground-breaking Diaghilev’s Russian Seasons, the French saw their national ballet, faithfully nurtured in Russia. The Mikhailovsky Theatre’s 2008 production of Giselle by Nikita Dolgushin, a specialist in historical works, managed to amaze both the public and the critics. Dolgushin, a noble Albrecht in his time as a dancer, inspired the creation of the ballet and delicately united dance and pantomime. The choreographer revealed the essence of the romantic ballet: the story of Giselle is told in the language of ballet classicism. Together with Vyacheslav Okunev, who designed the epitome of romantic settings, Dolgushin created a production that was described by a British critic ‘an exemplary Giselle’. Please note: there are no surtitles in this production....
Mikhailovsky - Laurencia
London Coliseum, London, UK
Tue, 20th July 2010 - Wed, 21st July 2010
From £10.00*The Mikhailovsky Theatre presents the revival of Vakhtang Chabukiani’s masterpiece Laurencia, based on the play Fuente Ovejuna by Lope de Vega. Chabukiani was one of the first to create a new choreographic language by means of his own particular blend of folk dance and classical ballet. In his ballet to the music by Alexander Krein, Chabukiani asserted the importance of male dance, furthering in particular the notion of the “heroic” style. Laurencia was premiered of 1939 at the Kirov Theatre. Leading parts were performed by Natalia Dudinskaya (Laurencia), Vakhtang Chabukiani (Frondoso) and Tatiana Vecheslova (Pascuala). In 1956 the ballet was staged at the Bolshoi Theatre where Vakhtang Chabukiani partnered Maya Plisetskaya. In 2010, London will be the first city in the world to witness this historical revival of the famous ballet, after a fifty year absence from stage, in a new full-length production created for the Mikhailovsky by Mikhail Messerer. Please note: there are no surtitles in this production....
Mikhailovsky - Swan Lake
London Coliseum, London, UK
Tue, 13th July 2010 - Sun, 25th July 2010
From £15.00*Swan Lake is the jewel in the repertoire of the Mikhailovsky Theatre and the highlight of its London season in 2010. This is a revival of the historical Bolshoi Theatre staging in 1956 - an exquisite production with choreography by Alexander Gorsky and Asaf Messerer. The triumphal restaging of this Swan Lake at the Mikhailovsky Theatre in September 2009 was devised by Mikhail Messerer, the company’s ballet master in chief. The epoch of Alexander Gorsky saw the next phase in the evolution of dance following the ballet classicism of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov. The staging boasts the superb sets and costumes by renowned Russian theatre designer of Georgian origin, Simon Virsaladze. The legend of a young prince finding his true love, a swan princess bewitched by an evil genius, offers all the dancers of the company a great opportunity to show their talents. Please note: there are no surtitles in this production...
Mikhailovsky - Triple Bill
London Coliseum, London, UK
Sun, 18th July 2010 - Sun, 18th July 2010
From £10.00*An exhilarating performance showing the talents of the Mikhailovsky dancers, it was greeted with countless curtain calls and critical appreciation when they made their London debut in July 2008. This season the Triple Bill programme contains Halte de Cavalerie (Cavalry Halt) by Marius Petipa, giving the audience a second chance to see the classic gem created in 1896 to music by Ivan Armsheimer, and a new piece created especially for the Mikhailovsky Ballet by Viacheslav Samodurov to music by Domenico Scarlatti. The Divertissements will crown the programme. They include Asaf Messerer’s thrilling pas de deux Spring Waters to the music of Sergei Rachmaninov, staged by Mikhail Messerer and a pas de deux from the Mikhailovsky’s production of Spartacus choreographed by Georgy Kovtun. It is a great opportunity to see both contemporary and classical ballets performed by true virtuosi. Please note: there are no surtitles in this production. ...
Moscow State Circus
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Thu, 4th March 2010 - Sun, 7th March 2010
From £9.00*Russia's greatest award-winning circus performers will push the boundaries of physical ingenuity to the limit and astound you with their split second timing and disciplines honed from years of rehearsal and practice. In this new production the circus will explore the story of the mysterious Russian character Rasputin. Was he a mad monk or healer, a sinner or a saviour? There's something for all the family so escape to the magical world of the circus and be wowed by the jugglers, dazzled by the trapeze artists and amazed by the acrobats.
Most Haunted Live
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Wed, 26th May 2010 - Wed, 26th May 2010
From £20.00*Yvette Fielding & The Team from Living TV's Most Haunted Live On Stage The Most Haunted team have explored some of the spookiest and infamous locations in the UK and across America, in an attempt to uncover the truth behind tales of restless spirits and mysterious visions. Now for the first time on stage the team are pleased to be on tour, expect a supernatural thrill-fest, the Most Haunted team of mediums and ghost hunters will report on purported paranormal activity, show unseen film footage, and attempt to explore paranormal or scientific explanations for the various phenomena that occur. Experience the unexplainable. With Karl Beattie, Brian Shepherd, Cath Howe, Ciaran O'Keefe, Stuart Torevell & Yvette Fielding...
Most Haunted Live
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Tue, 18th May 2010 - Tue, 18th May 2010
From £20.00*Yvette Fielding & The Team from Living TV's Most Haunted Live On Stage The Most Haunted team have explored some of the spookiest and infamous locations in the UK and across America, in an attempt to uncover the truth behind tales of restless spirits and mysterious visions. Now for the first time on stage the team are pleased to be on tour, expect a supernatural thrill-fest, the Most Haunted team of mediums and ghost hunters will report on purported paranormal activity, show unseen film footage, and attempt to explore paranormal or scientific explanations for the various phenomena that occur. Experience the unexplainable. With Karl Beattie, Brian Shepherd, Cath Howe, Ciaran O'Keefe, Stuart Torevell & Yvette Fielding...
Most Haunted Live
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Thu, 3rd June 2010 - Thu, 3rd June 2010
From £20.00*Yvette Fielding & The Team from Living TV's Most Haunted Live On Stage The Most Haunted team have explored some of the spookiest and infamous locations in the UK and across America, in an attempt to uncover the truth behind tales of restless spirits and mysterious visions. Now for the first time on stage the team are pleased to be on tour, expect a supernatural thrill-fest, the Most Haunted team of mediums and ghost hunters will report on purported paranormal activity, show unseen film footage, and attempt to explore paranormal or scientific explanations for the various phenomena that occur. Experience the unexplainable. With Karl Beattie, Brian Shepherd, Cath Howe, Ciaran O'Keefe, Stuart Torevell & Yvette Fielding...
Mrs Warren's Profession
Comedy Theatre, London, UK
Tue, 16th March 2010 - Sat, 19th June 2010
From £34.00*Mrs Warren's Profession lays bare the rampant hypocrisy and constrained morals of Victorian society. Mrs Warren's daughter, Vivie, has never really known much about her mother. A prim young woman, Vivie has enjoyed a comfortable upbringing, a Cambridge education, a generous monthly allowance and now has ambitions to go into the law. Is it conceivable that all this privilege and respectability has been financed from the proceeds of the oldest profession? How will Vivie react when she finds out the awful truth about her mother's ill-gotten gains? Shaw's provocative play was written in 1894 but banned from public performance by the Lord Chamberlain until the 1920s. Mrs Waren's Profession stars Felicity Kendal in the title role. One of the UK's best loved actresses since her television hey day in The Good Life, Kendal has performed frequently on stage in productions including The Last Cigarette, The Vortex, Amy's View and Happy Days....
My Fair Lady
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 9th June 2010 - Sat, 12th June 2010
From £13.50*Wimbledon Light Opera Society, celebrating 80 years of top quality performance presents Lerner & Loewe's spectacular musical My Fair Lady. One of the finest of all American musicals yet quintessentially English and an unforgettable theatrical experience. It tells an enduring story with some of the world’s most famous songs - I Could Have Danced All Night; On the Street Where You Live and I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face. Eliza Doolittle, her dustman father, and the man who dreams of changing Eliza’s accent and her life, Professor Henry Higgins - are possibly the best known characters ever to appear on stage. By arrangement with Musicscope and Stage Musicals Limited of New York....
My Fifteen Minutes
Wimbledon Studio, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 17th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £10.00*New Musical - Premiere By Simon Beyer This is it! The big moment arrives! A chance to be discovered: fame is just an audition away! You've been dreaming all your life of being discovered and now the media spotlight is on YOU! An instant superstar and all your troubles are behind you - the pop-star life of fame, fortune and adoration are yours for the taking. Everyone loves you; everyone wants to be you. Do you have what it takes to make it? Can you be the next overnight sensation? Will you be truly happy? And what happens to your friends and family along the way? With original music, My Fifteen Minutes is a fun-filled musical journey for anyone who's ever dreamed of fame. Fresh Ideas is a season of new work at the New Wimbledon Studio showcasing the best of new writers, directors and theatre companies. Each week from February to May we will present a brand new piece of theatre and after the show you will have the chance to feed back your comments directly to its creators....
My Mother Naked
Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking, UK
Tue, 2nd March 2010 - Tue, 2nd March 2010
From £13.00*UK Premiere My Mother Naked by Cristina Moura (Brazil) Cristina's starting point for creating My Mother Naked was observing women's bodies, and exploring the diverse feelings and images they convey. She looked at decaying, dead, invented, pornographic images and the responses that emanate from them, such as anger, surprise and suffering. The result is a show that evokes a range of feelings in the audience and provokes diverse reactions. It premiered last march in Theater Pole Sud, in Strasbourg. Cristina Moura Dancer and choreographer, Cristina has worked with companies from Brazil and Europe. From 1995 to 2002 she worked and lived in Europe, returning to Brazil in 2002. She premiered her dance solo Like An Idiot at the Panorama de Dança Festival Rio de Janeiro. Since then the solo has been presented more than 120 times in Brazil, Belgium, Canada, Chile, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, UK, USA and Uruguay. ...
Naked Homo
King's Head Theatre, London, Kings Head Pub Islington, UK
Thu, 18th March 2010 - Fri, 19th March 2010
From £10.00*For two performances only prior to the Absolut Gay Theatre Festival Dublin. From the team that produced the award winning Lord Arthur’s Bed.... NAKED HOMO written and performed by Martin Lewton Staged by Andrew McKinnon Ten scenes of naked gay life performed by one naked homo taken from - Dark room * naturist * husband * dog * life model * escort * birth * gym * cheat * drag queen * bike ride* the match * death * sauna * webcam * bondage * pride * beach * street * cleaners * bed * stripper....
Nation
National Theatre, Olivier, London, UK
Fri, 12th March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £42.50*Based on a novel by Terry Pratchett Adapted by Mark Ravenhill A parallel world, 1860. Two teenagers thrown together by a tsunami that has destroyed Mau’s village and left Daphne shipwrecked on his South Pacific island, thousands of miles from home. One wears next to nothing, the other a long white dress; neither speaks the other’s language; somehow they must learn to survive. As starving refugees gather, Daphne delivers a baby, milks a pig, brews beer and does battle with a mutineer. Mau fights cannibal Raiders, discovers the world is round and questions the reality of his tribe’s fiercely patriarchal gods. Together they come of age, overseen by a foul-mouthed parrot, as they discard old doctrine to forge a new Nation. Oh I think you think I want to eat you but – no no no – I am offering you afternoon tea – over there – in one hour. Following His Dark Materials, Coram Boy and War Horse, the National stages Mark Ravenhill’s exhilarating adaptation of Terry Pratchett’s latest witty and challenging adventure story. There’s no demons, no gods. Just me. And the waves and the sun and birth and death. And there’s no reason for anything. I’m sorry: that’s just the way it seems to me. Suitable for 10yrs+...
Noddy in Toyland
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Sat, 1st May 2010 - Sun, 2nd May 2010
From £12.00*Noddy and his friends have been entertaining children for generations and it’s easy to see why. With a cast of fun and memorable characters, good morals and a sprinkling of fun and magic, Noddy is a world full of charming characters who love to help each other play and learn. See Noddy and his Toy Town friends playing, laughing and learning about the world around them in this brand new, anniversary, live tour from Premier Stage Productions.
NQR
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Tue, 23rd March 2010 - Wed, 24th March 2010
From £14.00*NQR* is an irreverent inquiry into the idea of ‘normality’. It examines our irrepressible eccentricities that defy attempts to fit into the mold. NQR is a chance to look at and think differently about difference. This work is a three way collaboration co-directed by SDT Artistic Director, Janet Smith, SDT's Dance Agent for Change, Caroline Bowditch and Marc Brew, Associate Director Fellow. *Not Quite Right - Acronym formally used in medical records to describe unexplained difference. SDT will also perform work by choreographer Ben Duke – 'a very bright new voice in dance theatre' (Time Out)....
Oh! What A Lovely War
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Tue, 27th April 2010 - Sat, 1st May 2010
From £15.00*By Theatre Workshop, Charles Chilton, Gerry Raffles and Members of the Original Cast Title suggested by Ted Allan A show that combines the emotional punch of Birdsong, the satire of Blackadder and the edgy squaddies' humour of Black Watch - that’s Oh What a Lovely War. Created in 1963 by Joan Littlewood and her revolutionary Theatre Workshop, this tragi-comic version of WW1 changed the way we think about war forever. Now, with Iraq and Afghanistan in view, Northern Stage's new production introduces this landmark work to a new generation. A motley collection of musicians, dancers, singers and clowns come armed with sketches, songs and stories for your entertainment, including poignant songs like Pack Up Your Troubles, Keep The Home Fires Burning and It's A Long Way To Tipperary. Co-directed by Erica Whyman (Our Friends in the North, A Doll’s House, Look Back in Anger), and Sam Kenyon (Sweeney Todd, Merrily We Roll Along, Sunset Boulevard), this is musical comedy with a tough, dark heart. Recommended 12+...
Oklahoma!
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Tue, 11th May 2010 - Sat, 15th May 2010
From £13.00*Set outside the town of Claremore in 1906, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! tells the story of cowboy Curly McLain and his romance with farmer girl Laurey Williams, but their love is challenged by Laurey’s threatening farmhand, Jud Fry. Follow a conman, a flirty young girl and her boyfriend whilst enjoying Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’, People will say we’re in Love, The Surrey with the Fringe on Top, I Cain’t say No! and of course the title song to end all title songs, Oklahoma. Presented by this long-established group of amateurs with the professional touch, Oklahoma! will send you home with a happy heart. So sit back, relax and imagine clear blue skies and wide open spaces… Based on the book ‘Green grow the Lilacs’ by Lynn Riggs. By arrangement with Josef Weinberger Limited on behalf of R & H Theatricals....
Oliver Ticket + Hotel
Theatre Royal Drury Lane + Hotel, PACKAGES, UK
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From £80.90*With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you recieve ticket(s) to "Oliver" at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane, and accommodation at the hotel of your choice. Oliver! is the biggest selling West End show of all time. The new production at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane is more spectacular than ever before, with a cast and orchestra of over one hundred. Award-winning actor and comedian Griff Rhys Jones stars as Fagin along with Jodie Prenger as Nancy, and Burn Gorman as Bill Sikes. The sensational score is full of Lionel Bart’s irresistible songs including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You've Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I'd Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me and many more. Book your tickets now so that you won’t have to pick a pocket or two to get in! Cast Notes • Rhys Jones will be taking on the coveted role of Fagin from 14 December, alongside Jodie Prenger as Nancy. Steven Hartley plays the role of Bill Sikes. • Jodie Prenger shall be on holiday for all performances during 28th January 2010 to 30th January 2010. The appearance of any particular cast member cannot be guaranteed at any particular performance. You are advised that any appearance scheduled could be changed due to unforeseen circumstances. ...
Oliver!
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Tue, 16th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £14.00*Music, Lyrics and Book by Lionel Bart. Produced for the Broadway stage by David Merrick and Donald Albery. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with MusicScope and Stage Musicals Ltd. of New York. Consider yourself and join us for one of the greatest musicals of all time...Oliver! Presented by the award winning Romiley Operatic Society.
Oliver!
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Tue, 16th March 2010 - Sat, 20th March 2010
From £14.00*Music, Lyrics and Book by Lionel Bart. Produced for the Broadway stage by David Merrick and Donald Albery. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with MusicScope and Stage Musicals Ltd. of New York. Consider yourself and join us for one of the greatest musicals of all time...Oliver! Presented by the award winning Romiley Operatic Society.
Oliver!
Theatre Royal Drury Lane, London, UK
Thu, 4th March 2010 - Sat, 26th February 2011
From £45.00*NEVER BEFORE HAS A SHOW GIVEN MORE! Now in its 2nd record-breaking year, Oliver! is one of the most beloved British musicals, vividly bringing to life Dickens' timeless characters with its ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more. Griff Rhys Jones, one of the Country's most loved, versatile and prolific performers, plays the role of Fagin alongside Jodie Prenger, who stars as Nancy until 27 March. West End and Broadway star Kerry Ellis will be taking on the role of Nancy from 29 March. With a cast and orchestra of over 100, the sensational score is full of Lionel Bart's irresistible songs including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You've Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I'd Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me and many more.!...
One Man Lord of the Rings
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Sat, 3rd April 2010 - Sat, 3rd April 2010
From £14.00*Charles Ross, creator of the hugely successful One Man Star Wars Trilogy, returns with his equally hilarious follow-up – One Man Lord of the Rings – in which he recreates the enchanting world of Middle-earth, armed with nothing more than a pair of elbow pads and his outrageous imagination. No props or costumes are required as Ross hurtles through the Tolkien trilogy – The Fellowship Of The Ring, The Two Towers and The Return Of The King – in just 3,600 seconds of unbelievable kinetic entertainment. If you’ve seen the films, read the books and named your first-born Frodo, don’t miss Ross’ zany take on the ever-popular epic saga. The Lord of the Rings and the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks or registered trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Tolkien Enterprises. All rights reserved....
One Man Lord of the Rings
Theatre Royal Brighton, Brighton, UK
Wed, 24th March 2010 - Wed, 24th March 2010
From £13.00*Charles Ross, creator of the hugely successful One Man Star Wars Trilogy, returns with his equally hilarious follow-up – One Man Lord of the Rings – in which he recreates the enchanting world of Middle-earth, armed with nothing more than a pair of elbow pads and his outrageous imagination. No props or costumes are required as Ross hurtles through the Tolkien trilogy – The Fellowship Of The Ring, The Two Towers and The Return Of The King – in just 3,600 seconds of unbelievable kinetic entertainment. If you’ve seen the films, read the books and named your first-born Frodo, don’t miss Ross’ zany take on the ever-popular epic saga. The Lord of the Rings and the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks or registered trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Tolkien Enterprises. All rights reserved....
One Man Lord of the Rings
Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Wed, 10th March 2010 - Wed, 10th March 2010
From £13.00*Charles Ross, creator of the hugely successful One Man Star Wars Trilogy, returns with his equally hilarious follow-up – One Man Lord of the Rings – in which he recreates the enchanting world of Middle-earth, armed with nothing more than a pair of elbow pads and his outrageous imagination. No props or costumes are required as Ross hurtles through the Tolkien trilogy – The Fellowship Of The Ring, The Two Towers and The Return Of The King – in just 3,600 seconds of unbelievable kinetic entertainment. If you’ve seen the films, read the books and named your first-born Frodo, don’t miss Ross’ zany take on the ever-popular epic saga. The Lord of the Rings and the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks or registered trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Tolkien Enterprises. All rights reserved....
One Two Hullaballo
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sun, 28th March 2010 - Sun, 28th March 2010
From £7.00*Join us for three comical tales featuring Brer Rabbit and his animal friends – plus plenty of joining in! Will Brer Fox manage to catch Brer Rabbit? Who plays tricks when he’s supposed to be looking after the farmer’s sheep? And what happens when Brer Tiger and Brer Rabbit go fishing? Follow the Professor and his drum to find out in this romp of sway-along, bounce-along musical storytelling with puppets.
Over The Moon
Wimbledon Studio, Wimbledon, UK
Wed, 5th May 2010 - Sat, 8th May 2010
From £10.00*'We came all this way to explore the Moon, but the most important thing we discovered was the Earth.' William Anders, Apollo 8 Is it possible to know if you've had the best day of your life? Michael thinks so, but then he's walked on the Moon. (Have you? Thought not.). James has seen a little less of the outside world. In fact, he hasn't left his apartment building in seven years. And Sarah? Well she's just normal girl whose name is written in the stars. From the writer of the Fresh Ideas 2009 sell-out The Elephant in the Room, comes Over The Moon - a space odyssey about life, the universe, book reviews and what happens when an agoraphobic gets stuck in a lift with an astronaut...
Pam Ayres
New Wimbledon Theatre, Wimbledon, UK
Tue, 13th April 2010 - Tue, 13th April 2010
From £19.50*Pam Ayres brings her current show to Glasgow 35 year after she first appeared on the 'Britain’s Got Talent’ TV show of its day, Opportunity Knocks. Her current show includes material from her best-selling books, Surgically Enhanced, With These Hands, and The Works, along with new poems and stories.
Paul Merton Impro Chums
Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Sat, 15th May 2010 - Sat, 15th May 2010
From £20.00*Paul Merton, one of the country's funniest and best-loved performers, sets out in Spring 2010 on a brand new UK-wide tour with his world renowned Impro Chums. Paul and his chums, Mike McShane, Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster will create a new and unique comedy show every single night, based entirely on suggestions from the audience, their own finely honed improvisational skills and an almost manic compulsion to show off.
Peppa Pig's Party
Churchill Theatre, Bromley, UK
Tue, 17th August 2010 - Wed, 18th August 2010
From £13.50*Oink oink - it's Peppa Pig! Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends and enjoys her absolute favourite activity – jumping up and down in muddy puddles! Today it’s a bright and sunny day. It’s also a very special day. It’s Peppa Pig's birthday. So, come and join the fun with Peppa and George, Suzy Sheep, Danny Dog and Emily Elephant. A charming, original and imaginative show, full of brand new songs, muddy puddles and oinks! This BAFTA-Award-winning children's TV favourite is recreated live on stage with magical puppets for the first time from the producers of LazyTown Live! (The Lowry, 2009). ...
Peppa Pig's Party
King's Theatre, Glasgow, UK
Wed, 7th April 2010 - Thu, 8th April 2010
From £12.50*Oink oink - it's Peppa Pig! Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends and enjoys her absolute favourite activity – jumping up and down in muddy puddles! Today it’s a bright and sunny day. It’s a very special day. It’s Peppa Pig's birthday. Come and join the fun with Peppa and George, Suzy Sheep, Danny Dog and Emily Elephant. A charming, original and imaginative show, full of brand new songs, muddy puddles, and oinks! This BAFTA award-winning children's TV show is recreated live on stage featuring beautifully true-to-life puppets, for first time, from the producers of LazyTown Live! and Roald Dahl’s The BFG....
Peppa Pig's Party
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Wed, 19th May 2010 - Thu, 20th May 2010
From £12.50*Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends and enjoys her absolute favourite activity – jumping up and down in muddy puddles! Today it’s a bright and sunny day. It’s also a very special day. It’s Peppa Pig's birthday. So, come and join the fun with Peppa and George, Suzy Sheep, Danny Dog and Emily Elephant. A charming, original and imaginative show, full of brand new songs, muddy puddles and oinks! This BAFTA-Award-winning children's TV favourite is recreated live on stage with magical puppets for the first time from the producers of LazyTown Live! (The Lowry, 2009)....
Peppa Pig's Party
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Wed, 27th October 2010 - Thu, 28th October 2010
From £13.50*Oink oink - it's Peppa Pig! Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends and enjoys her absolute favourite activity – jumping up and down in muddy puddles! Today it’s a bright and sunny day. It’s a very special day. It’s Peppa Pig's birthday. Come and join the fun with Peppa and George, Suzy Sheep, Danny Dog and Emily Elephant. A charming, original and imaginative show, full of brand new songs, muddy puddles, and oinks! This BAFTA award-winning children's TV show is recreated live on stage featuring beautifully true-to-life puppets, for first time, from the producers of LazyTown Live! and Roald Dahl’s The BFG....
Peter Pan
Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes, UK
Tue, 20th April 2010 - Sat, 24th April 2010
From £15.00*'All children, except one, grow up…' Fly to Neverland with Peter Pan and Northern Ballet Theatre in this magical ballet for the whole family. Follow Peter, John, Michael, Wendy and Tinkerbell as they soar high in the sky to an enchanted world where wicked Pirates prey on Lost Boys and an adventure lurks around every corner. JM Barrie’s Peter Pan has delighted children and adults for over a hundred years and NBT’s popular production brings all the charm of this famous story to life. With music by Oscar-winning composer Stephen Warbeck (Shakespeare in Love), magical puppets, fairies and death-defying feats of flying, this is a perfect treat for young and old....
Peter Pan
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Tue, 23rd March 2010 - Sat, 27th March 2010
From £14.00*'All children, except one, grow up…' Fly to Neverland with Peter Pan and Northern Ballet Theatre in this magical ballet for the whole family. Follow Peter, John, Michael, Wendy and Tinkerbell as they soar high in the sky to an enchanted world where wicked Pirates prey on Lost Boys and an adventure lurks around every corner. JM Barrie’s Peter Pan has delighted children and adults for over a hundred years and NBT’s popular production brings all the charm of this famous story to life. With music by Oscar-winning composer Ste phen Warbeck (Shakespeare in Love), magical puppets, fairies and death-defying feats of flying, this is a perfect treat for young and old. ...
Phil Buckley: Jokes Not Included
The Studio, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sun, 21st March 2010 - Sun, 21st March 2010
From £10.00*Did you ever hear the one about the comedian who doesn’t tell jokes? After touring the world with shows in Australia, New Zealand and America, critically acclaimed City Life finalist Phil Buckley is back by popular demand. A regular on TV and radio, Phil is widely regarded as a rising star of the comedy circuit and one to watch. Join him for a brand new hour of stand-up without jokes, just true stories and real laughs. ‘Top-class.’ - Time Out
Poppea
Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Thu, 2nd December 2010 - Thu, 2nd December 2010
From £16.00*L’incoronazione di Poppea is Claudio Monteverdi’s (1567-1643) last opera. It was premiered at Teatro di Giovanni e Paolo in Venice in 1642 and was given its first professional production at Glyndebourne in 1962. The plot, by librettist Busenello, is suggested in the prologue with the apparent triumph of Love over Virtue and Fortune. Love, reflected through Nerone’s blind infatuation for the amoral and relentlessly ambitious Poppea, is powerfully illustrated in one of the most beautiful love duets ever written at the conclusion of this masterpiece.
Poppea: Glyndebourne On Tour
New Victoria Theatre, Woking, UK
Thu, 4th November 2010 - Thu, 4th November 2010
From £29.00*L’incoronazione di Poppea is Claudio Monteverdi’s (1567-1643) last opera. It was premiered at Teatro di Giovanni e Paolo in Venice in 1642 and was given its first professional production at Glyndebourne in 1962. The plot, by librettist Busenello, is suggested in the prologue with the apparent triumph of Love over Virtue and Fortune. Love, reflected through Nerone’s blind infatuation for the amoral and relentlessly ambitious Poppea, is powerfully illustrated in one of the most beautiful love duets ever written at the conclusion of this masterpiece.
Postman Pat: A Very Royal Mission
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Sat, 2nd October 2010 - Sun, 3rd October 2010
From £12.00*Postman Pat “A Very Royal Mission”. In Pencaster, everyone has received a letter from the Palace. Someone special is coming to open the brand new SDS Sorting Office. Mrs Goggins, Ted Glen and Ben Taylor are helping with the preparations, while PC Selby finally has something important to do! But a storm hits Pencaster throwing the royal visit into doubt. Only one man can be counted on – the Head of the SDS, Postman Pat of course... with his trusty sidekick Jess the Cat and his brand new SDS Helicopter! Get ready for takeoff and join Pat and his friends in 90 minutes of fun and participation....
Priscilla Queen of the Desert - The Musical
Palace Theatre, London, UK
Thu, 29th April 2010 - Sat, 26th February 2011
From £59.25*PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL MOTORS INTO TOWN AS BOX OFFICE OPENS FOR WEST END PRODUCTION JASON DONOVAN, TONY SHELDON AND OLIVER THORNTON TO LEAD CAST PALACE THEATRE MARCH 2009 Jason Donovan, Tony Sheldon and Oliver Thornton will lead the cast in the West End production of Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical, written by Stephan Elliott and Allan Scott. The spectacular new stage musical, directed by Simon Phillips, will open at the Palace Theatre in March 2009. Based on the Oscar® award-winning film, Priscilla tells the story of Tick (Jason Donovan), Bernadette (Tony Sheldon) and Adam (Oliver Thornton), a glamorous Sydney-based performing trio that agree to take their show to the middle of the Australian outback. Priscilla Queen Of the Desert The Musical is a heart-warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus (nicknamed Priscilla) searching for love and friendship and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed. With a dazzling array of outrageous costumes and featuring a score of dance-floor classics, this new musical is a sensational journey to the heart of fabulous. Further casting for Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical will be announced shortly. The cast may change at short notice due to illness or unforeseen circumstances and as such we cannot offer refunds if a listed cast member does not perform unless instructed by the producers. Please note Children’s policy Due to occasional coarse language, parental guidance is recommended for Get read...
Private Lives
Vaudeville Theatre, London, UK
Tue, 2nd March 2010 - Sat, 1st May 2010
From £48.50*Noël Coward’s dazzling comic masterpiece provides a riotous show down between two of the screen’s most magnetic stars, Kim Cattrall and Matthew Macfadyen. Glamorous, rich and reckless, Elyot and Amanda have been divorced from each other for five years. Now both are honeymooning with their new spouses in the South of France. When by chance they meet again across adjoining hotel balconies, their insatiable feelings for each other are immediately rekindled. Without a care for scandal, new partners or memories of what drove them apart in the first place, they hurl themselves headlong into love and lust… Kim Cattrall is the winner of a Golden Globe Award, an Emmy Award and a Screen Actor's Guild Award and has received worldwide acclaim for her role as femme-fatale Samantha Jones in Sex and the City. Her films include Porky’s, Police Academy, Star Trek VI, Mannequin and The Tiger’s Tail. Her West End credits include Whose Life Is It, Anyway? and The Cryptogram and she made her Broadway debut starring opposite Ian McKellen in Chekhov’s Wild Honey. Born in Liverpool, she was recently the subject of BBC’s Who Do You Think You Are? Matthew Macfadyen is best-known for his role as Tom Quinn in the BBC series Spooks. Other television roles include the recent five part BBC drama Criminal Justice II , the 2008 BBC adaptation of Dickens’s Little Dorrit and he won the Best Actor award at the Royal Television Society 2007 Awards for Secret Life. Film credits include Mr Darcy in the 2005 film of Pride and Prejudice, and the Sheriff o...
Puss in Boots
Arts Theatre, London, UK
Thu, 18th November 2010 - Sun, 9th January 2011
From £27.50*Puss in Boots at the Arts Theatre.
Racing Demon
The Garrick, Stockport Plaza, UK
Sat, 5th June 2010 - Sat, 12th June 2010
From £8.00*Satirical drama by David Hare.....Rev Lionel Espy is facing criticism from the Bishop of Southwark over his leadership of his inner city team ministry.
Rainbow Fish
The Met, Main Theatre, The Met, UK
Sat, 13th March 2010 - Sat, 13th March 2010
From £6.00*The Rainbow Fish, with her shimmering scales, is the most beautiful fish in the ocean. But, she is proud and vain, and none of the other fish want to be her friend, - until she learns to give away some of her most prized possessions. Prepare to dive deep down to the watery depths, as you're whisked away on a magical underwater adventure. Ages 4+
Return to the Fobidden Planet
Rhoda McGaw Theatre, Woking, UK
Thu, 23rd September 2010 - Sat, 25th September 2010
From £12.00*Buy tickets to see Forbidden Planet at the Rhoda McGaw Theatre. AmbassadorTickets brings you the best seats for Forbidden Planet. For information on ticketing, groups rates and the Rhoda McGaw Theatre select the Information tab above.
Rhod Gilbert
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Sun, 18th April 2010 - Sun, 18th April 2010
From £20.00*First-class comedian with a string of accolades. He was a finalist in the Channel 4 'So You Think You're Funny' Competition 2002. He then graduated to being the winner of the Gift Of The Gag 2003 and BBC Comedy Awards 2003 competitions. In recent times he's been seen on TV's 'Mock The Week'. A surefire star of the future.
Roy Chubby Brown - Adults Only!
The Plaza, Stockport Plaza, UK
Thu, 15th April 2010 - Thu, 15th April 2010
From £18.50*The man with the helmet still shocking audiences in those few venues that will have him back! Coarse and sick humour - strictly adults only.
Ruby Wax - Losing It?
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Sun, 23rd May 2010 - Sun, 23rd May 2010
From £20.00*Starring Ruby Wax and Judith Owen Ruby Wax and acclaimed musician Judith Owen combine their talents in a new show for one night only, prior to the West End. Ruby had it all – career, dream house, husband, kids - but people soon realised something was wrong when she painted her house the same colour ‘beige’ for the 47th time. There was only one thing for it – send her to the Priory! Told with wit, humour and a lot of heart, this is Ruby at her belting best – when she’s losing it! 'Ruby Wax is on razor sharp form. I laughed and I cried. Don’t miss it!' Adam Helliker, Sunday Express Join Ruby and Judith for 20 Minute Q & A session after each show....
Rusalka
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Thu, 17th June 2010 - Thu, 17th June 2010
From £41.00*Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid, Rusalka is a modern-day fairytale of a water nymph who yearns to be part of the human world to earn the love of a prince. Invoking the help of a manipulative witch, she is bound by strict conditions that will lead her to discover the meaning of true love First performed by Opera North in 2003, Olivia Fuchs’ award-winning production returns with many of its original cast, including Irish soprano, Giselle Allen as Rusalka, Susannah Glanville as The Foreign Princess and Richard Angus as The Water Sprite. Internationally acclaimed Richard Berkeley-Steele makes his Opera North debut as The Prince. Suffused with a haunting score, famed for Rusalka’s poignant ‘Song to the Moon,’ and conducted by Oliver von Dohnanyi, (The Bartered Bride, 1998) Rusalka offers an altogether spell-binding experience. Sung in English Lasts approximately 3 hours 15 minutes...
Salome
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Tue, 25th May 2010 - Sat, 29th May 2010
From £15.00*With Rupert Goold at the helm as artistic director, and the runaway successes of recent productions Enron and 6 Characters in Search of an Author, Headlong has confirmed its reputation as one of the most exhilarating and provocative touring theatre companies around. The savage power of ancient myth collides with twentieth century decadence in Oscar Wilde’s unforgettable verse tragedy when, in return for performing the dance of the seven veils Salome, step-daughter of King Herod, demands the head of John the Baptist. Jamie Lloyd (Three Days of Rain, Piaf - West End) directs a vivid contemporary production of this rarely-seen masterpiece, rendered in exquisite poetry and astonishing theatrical images....
Sarah Millican - Chatterbox
Dancehouse Theatre, Quaytickets, UK
Sat, 13th November 2010 - Sat, 13th November 2010
From £12.00*Sarah Millican, star of Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and if.comedy Best Newcomer, announces her debut UK tour. The sweet and filthy Geordie’s stand-up show promises jokes about life, love and what to do when your boyfriend puts a sock on your boob during sex.
Satyagraha
London Coliseum, London, UK
Thu, 4th March 2010 - Fri, 26th March 2010
From £16.00*One of the most visually spectacular opera stagings of recent decades, ENO's London premiere production of Philip Glass's Satyagraha broke all Company box-office records for contemporary opera when it was first seen in 2007. Instilled with breath-taking theatrical flair by Improbable's award-winning director-designer partnership of Phelim McDermott and Julian Crouch, it went on to enjoy equal success at the Metropolitan Opera, New York. A mesmerisingly hypnotic musical meditation upon Mahatma Gandhi's early years in South Africa, and his spiritual progress towards the concept of non-violent protest, Glass's operatic masterpiece now returns to the London Coliseum. Alan Oke repeats his compelling central performance as the young political activist taking the first tentative steps in his lifelong search for truth. Performed in Sanskrit with English surtitles Original production supported by The 20/20 Group A collaboration with Improbable A co-production with The Metropolitan Opera, New York 9 performances. Running time: 3hrs 15mins M. K. Gandhi Alan Oke; Miss Schlesen Elena Xanthoudakis; Mrs Naidoo Janis Kelly; Kasturbai Stephanie Marshall; Mrs Alexander Anne Mason; Mr Kallenbach Ashley Holland; Prince Arjuna Robert Poulton; Lord Krishna/Parsi Rustomji James Gower Director Phelim McDermott; Associate Director/Designer Julian Crouch; Revival Director David Kneuss; Costume Designer Kevin Pollard; Lighting Designer Paule Constable; Video Designers Leo Warner and Mark Grimmer for Fifty Nine Productions Please note: Sung in Sunskrit. No Eng...
Sean Lock
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Wed, 7th April 2010 - Sun, 11th April 2010
From £16.50*Following the sell-out success of his last visit in 2007, Sean Lock returns to The Lowry with his unique mix of hyperactive imagination, surreal imagery and insightful observations on the human condition. A regular on 8 Out of 10 Cats, Q.I. and Argumental, he has been described by Ricky Gervais as ‘one of the most influential British stand ups of the past 10 years’ and has won the coveted British Comedy Award for Best Live Performer.
Secret of Sherlock Holmes
Richmond Theatre, Richmond, UK
Mon, 1st March 2010 - Sat, 6th March 2010
From £13.00*The Secret of Sherlock Holmes takes us on a thrilling journey into the mind of the great detective, probing his complex relationships with the two most significant people in his life. Holmes’ friendship with Dr Watson embraces both his driving ambition and an unspoken need for human contact. The archcriminal Professor Moriarty is, quite simply, his nemesis… Following Holmes' seemingly fatal encounter with Moriarty at the Reichenbach Falls, Watson finds his loyalty tested to the very limit, while the great man is forced to confront his hidden demons and admit his deep-seated need for friendship. Is there, after all, a heart behind the intellectual façade? Reprising their acclaimed roles from the The Hound of The Baskervilles are Peter Egan (Ever Decreasing Circles, Noises Off) as Holmes and Philip Franks (Heartbeat, Journey’s End) as Watson. Directed by Robin Herford (The Woman in Black, and The Hound of the Baskervilles) this is a must-see for fans of crime and mystery....
Serenading Louie
Quays Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Tue, 30th March 2010 - Sat, 3rd April 2010
From £20.00*“I keep feeling my real life will begin any day now.” Friends since college, Carl and Alex are struggling to deal with the harsh realities of adulthood as they enter their thirties. Disillusioned by work and struggling to keep their marriages alive, they’re desperately trying to make sense of it all. Following successful visits with Be Near Me and The Man Who Had All The Luck, the Donmar Warehouse returns to The Lowry with Lanford Wilson’s timeless portrait of two suburban American couples, exploring the destruction of dreams and the loss of passion and purpose.
Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Heart Club Show
Lyric Theatre, The Lowry, The Lowry, UK
Fri, 12th March 2010 - Fri, 12th March 2010
From £25.03*This stunning new note-for-note production brings one of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s greatest landmark albums back to life in truly breathtaking fashion. Featuring musicians from the Fab Four’s own home town of Liverpool, and backed by a spellbinding new light show, it's a must for Beatles fans old and new! Sgt Pepper in its entirety will be followed by an hour of Beatles classics live – simply sensational. |
