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2018 SEASON
PHANTOM OF THE OPERA - 2015 Photo by Danielle Colvin SISTER ACT - 2017 Photo by Danielle Colvin
A Message From
OUR PATRON
As patron of Showbiz Christchurch it As patron, I am delighted that
gives me great pleasure to celebrate Christchurch will be the premiere city
the ongoing success of this valued local for a New Zealand theatre company
organisation with this 2018 season production of Wicked. Building on
brochure. the enormous success of last year’s
inaugural major Showbiz concert, the
Showbiz Christchurch, previously
bringing together of the music of Cole
known as Christchurch Operatic
Porter and Andrew Lloyd Webber in July
Society Incorporated, staged its first
is sure to delight. Completing the year
show in 1938, so this year marks
with the return of a beloved favourite,
eighty years of entertaining the
Les Misérables, seems fitting in this
people of Christchurch and their
anniversary year.
guests. That is a remarkable legacy
for any organisation, and one that Congratulations and thanks to Showbiz
is to be celebrated. In those eight Christchurch for bringing these world
decades more than 2,000,000 people class productions to the people of
have attended wonderful large scale Christchurch.
musical entertainment, and over
I hope you will enjoy many a
30,000 Christchurch theatre lovers
memorable evening of exhilarating
have participated directly onstage,
musical theatre at a Showbiz
backstage, and behind the scenes to
production in Christchurch’s treasured
bring those shows to life. As a city we
heritage theatre.
are blessed by the collective talent,
passion and generosity of all those Kind regards
people that have been part of the
history of this iconic organisation. Kind regards
Since the opening of the re-built
Isaac Theatre Royal in 2014, Showbiz
Christchurch have exceeded all past Lianne Dalziel
expectations with a feast of world Mayor of Christchurch
class musical theatre. From Phantom
of the Opera in April 2015 to Sister Act
in September 2017, more than 105,000
patrons have passed through the
theatre doors, and experienced the
best of Broadway, here in Christchurch.
2018 promises to continue the journey
of excellence with a season line-up of
some of the biggest names in the world
of musical theatre.
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PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT - 2017 Photo by Danielle Colvin AN EVENING OF RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN CLASSICS- 2017 Photo by Wendy Riley
W elcome to T he
2018 SEASON
For eight decades, Showbiz Our success is due in no small way
Christchurch has been well-recognised to the on-going support of our
as the producer of the best in musical numerous industry partners and
theatre that the city can experience. business sponsors, in particular our
Since our return to the Isaac Theatre major funders the Christchurch City
Royal in 2015, we have had a Council, Mainland Foundation and
spectacular run of eight tremendously Christchurch Music Theatre Education
successful seasons. Our now-standard Trust. These partnerships are built
fare of three productions per year on a spirit of co-operation and trust
continues in 2018 with what is shaping and an aspiration for excellence. It
to be our biggest year to date: gives us great pleasure to announce a
new partnership with Saunders & Co
Wicked – The back-story of the two
who have come on board as our 2018
witches from the Wizard of Oz,
season sponsor. I trust this will be
Wicked is now the second largest
the beginning of a long and rewarding
grossing show in Broadway history. Its
relationship.
sumptuous score by Broadway mega-
composer Stephen Schwarz contains Most importantly, I need to thank
the hugely successful single Defying you in advance, the theatre lovers of
Gravity. Christchurch for your ongoing support.
Broadway Hitmen – Our ‘toe in the With the incredible array of talent
water’ concert in 2017 proved to be which Showbiz Christchurch has to
a real success. This year, we continue draw upon both on-stage and behind
the concert format combining the the scenes, our 2018 programme is
witty genius of Cole Porter with the one not to be missed.
melodic mastery of Andrew Lloyd
Kind regards
Webber.
Les Misérables – Undoubtedly one
of the greatest musicals (modern
operas?) of all time, Les Misérables
is one of those shows that keeps
bringing audiences back time after Markham Lee
time. Our original production in 1994 Showbiz Christchurch President
played for four weeks and put 33,000
people through the Theatre Royal - the
second longest season in the theatre’s
history.
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The Season
Showbiz Christchurch Production of
Music and Lyrics by Book by
Stephen Schwartz Winnie Holzman
Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire
Orchestrations by
William David Brohn
Musical Arrangements by
Alex Lacamoire & Stephen Oremus
Directed and Choreographed by Musical Direction by
Stephen Robertson Richard Marrett
Associate Choreography by
Glen Harris
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
4 All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.
THE 2018 SEASON
“The Defining Musical
of the Decade.”
The New York Times
The Showbiz Christchurch 2018 only four composers to have three
OPENS : 6 APRIL
season of WICKED is the New of their shows last for more than
Zealand theatre company premiere 1000 performances on Broadway)
of one of the most successful the Showbiz Christchurch season of
shows of all time on Broadway and Wicked will be directed by Stephen
winner of three Tony’s, six Drama Robertson, with musical direction by
Desk Awards and a Grammy for the Richard Marrett, and choreography
original cast album. by Stephen Robertson and Glen
Harris.
Wicked tells the incredible untold
story of an unlikely but profound This family-friendly musical is
friendship between two girls who the definition of a Broadway
first meet as sorcery students at spectacular, with original and new
Shiz University: the blonde and very costumes, and an international set
popular Glinda and a misunderstood with additional design by Harold
green girl named Elphaba. Moot.
Following an encounter with The Please Note: This production contains
Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their smoke haze, strobe lighting and loud
friendship reaches a crossroads noises.
and their lives take very different
paths. Glinda’s unflinching
Opening: 6 April 2018 for a
desire for popularity sees her
limited season at the Isaac
seduced by power while Elphaba’s
Theatre Royal.
determination to remain true to
herself, and to those around her, Evening performances:
will have unexpected and shocking 7:30pm Tuesday - Saturday
consequences for her future. Matinées: 4pm Sunday 8 & 15
April; 2pm Saturday 14 April.
Their extraordinary adventures in Oz
will ultimately see them fulfill their Duration: 2 hours 50 minutes
destinies as Glinda The Good and the including a 20 minute interval.
Wicked Witch of the West. Tickets: start from $60 (includes
With music written by Grammy, GST, a $2.50 ITR Heritage Levy
and Ticketek service fee).
Tony and Academy Award-winning
composer Stephen Schwartz (one of
All bookings at Ticketek 0800TICKETEK
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The Season
Showbiz Christchurch Production of
BROADWAY
HITMEN
A Concert of Cole Porter and
Andrew Lloyd Webber Hits
Musical Direction by
Ravil Atlas
Featuring full concert orchestra, Stage Direction by
soloists and a large chorus Nickie Wellbourn
All performance materials supplied by Origin Theatrical Pty Ltd
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THE 2018 SEASON
“ H its from Two of the Greatest
Musical Theatre Song Writers...
Wonderful!” ravil atlas
Broadway Hitmen follows on from childhood inspiration. He enjoyed
SEASON : 13-15 JULY
the grand success of the 2017 mid- early success working with lyricist
year concert An Evening of Rodgers Tim Rice in the late ‘60s with a small
and Hammerstein Classics. Orchestra, ‘pop cantata’ called Joseph and the
soloists and a large chorus will fill the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. From
Isaac Theatre Royal stage to present a this humble beginning, Webber went
concert of back-to-back hits from two on to compose some of the world’s
of the biggest names in musical theatre, most beloved and successful musicals
Cole Porter and Andrew Lloyd Webber. including Evita, The Phantom of the
Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, CATS and
American born Porter wrote the
Sunset Boulevard to name just a few.
music and lyrics of over 800 songs
during a career spanning five decades, This concert of two of the greats of
conquering both Broadway and musical theatre will be an unforgettable
Hollywood. He was renowned for evening. The superb on stage orchestra
soaring melodies, offset with urbane under the baton of Ravil Atlas with
and witty lyrics giving rise to his soloists and a large chorus promises to
signature musical genre known as lift the dome off the Grand Old Dame.
‘the Cole Porter song’. His full length
musicals remain classics on stage and
screen with icons like Anything Goes,
Opening: 13-15 July 2018 for
Can Can and Kiss Me Kate finding new
a limited season at the Isaac
audiences with every decade. Many of Theatre Royal.
his greatest songs, such as ‘Night and
Day’ have endured, covered by modern Evening performances:
stars: Michael Bublé, Robbie Williams, 7:30pm Friday - Saturday
Lady Gaga and many more. Matinées: 2pm Saturday 14 July;
4pm Sunday 15 July.
British born Andrew Lloyd Webber
is arguably the best known name Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
of musical theatre in the modern including a 20 minute interval.
world. In 2017 he became the first Tickets: start from $60 (includes
composer to have four musicals GST, a $2.50 ITR Heritage
playing simultaneously on Broadway Levy and Ticketek service fee)
since 1953. Webber grew up with Senior Citizens Concessions
the musicals of Porter, Rodgers and available for all seats in every
Hammerstein and Gershwin as his performance.
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ticketek.co.nz/showbiz 7
The Season
SHOWBIZ CHRISTCHURCH
PRESENTS
A new production of
BOUBLIL and SCHÖNBERG’S
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia) and CAMERON MACKINTOSH LTD.
All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia.
8THE 2018 SEASON
“Les Misérables is Entrenched
in Our Culture as
a Musical for the Ages.”
Huffington Post
The epic tale of broken dreams, A spectacle on Broadway and
OPENS : 14 SEPTEMBER
passion and redemption set against the West End, Les Misérables is a
a nation in the throes of revolution. powerful affirmation of the human
spirit that has become a popular
Winner of over 100 international
masterpiece.
awards and seen by over 65 million
people worldwide, Les Misérables This Showbiz production will be
is an epic and uplifting story about directed by Stephen Robertson
the survival of the human spirit. with musical direction by Richard
This true modern classic is based on Marrett.
Victor Hugo’s novel and features one
Please Note: This production includes
of the most memorable scores of all
gunfire, smoke and flashing light
time.
effects. It is not recommended for
Great Drama very young or sensitive viewers as the
content may disturb.
Never Gets Old
In nineteenth century France, Jean
Valjean is released from 19 years
of unjust imprisonment, but finds Opening: 14 September 2018
nothing in store for him but mistrust for a limited season at the Isaac
and mistreatment. He breaks his Theatre Royal.
parole in hopes of starting a new Evening performances:
life, initiating a lifelong struggle for 7:30pm Tuesday - Saturday
redemption relentlessly pursued by
Matinées: 4pm Sunday 16 & 23
police inspector Javert.
September.
Epic, grand and uplifting, Les Duration: 2 hours 55 minutes
Misérables packs an emotional including a 20 minute interval.
wallop that has thrilled audiences
Tickets: start $60 (includes GST,
all over the world. This pop opera
a $2.50 ITR Heritage Levy and
features a cast of exceptional
Ticketek service fee).
singers and overflows with
melodies.
Illustration of Young Cosette sweeping by Émile Bayard,
1862. Reproduced in Les Misérables by Victor Hugo
published in 1887.
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ticketek.co.nz/showbiz 92018 SEASON
Season subscription discounts available
for all Premium and A Reserve seating
purchased prior to 31 January 2018.
Purchase Premium or A
Reserve seats for one Showbiz
2018 production prior to 31
10% January and receive a 10%
Discount.*
Purchase a second Showbiz
20% 2018 production at the
same time and receive a
20% Discount.*
Purchase for all three
2018 productions prior to 31
30% January and receive a
30% Discount saving
up to $30 per seat.*
*Conditions apply. Discounts apply to
standard full price Premium and A Reserve
seating when purchased as a single
transaction prior to 31 January 2018.
Bookings for multi season discounts are
available from Ticketek Box Office, by
STAG E
phoning 0800 842 538 or on-line at
www.ticketek.co.nz
STALLS
The discount does not apply to the
$2.50 Isaac Theatre Royal Heritage Levy
component of the ticket price.
PREMIUM A RESERVE B RESERVE C RESERVE
REHEARSAL
STUDIOS FOR HIRE
• 3 Studios for dance, theatre or vocal rehearsals
Purpose built
Studios with • Sprung floors, mirrors, pianos, sound systems
and heat pumps
on-site parking
available for • Modern kitchen and breakout facilities
hire in the • Casual hires or regular bookings with
central city competitive hourly/ ½ day/day and week rates
available 7 days / nights
•
369 St Asaph St. For more information
email admin@showbiz.org.nz
10Standard Ticket Prices:
Premium: $110.50
A Reserve: $100.50
B Reserve: $90.50
C Reserve: $60
Senior & Students*: $70
* Not available for Premium
category seating throughout the
season or on Friday / Saturday
7.30pm performances of Wicked
STAG E or Les Misérables.
GRAND CIRCLE Book now at Ticketek
Ph: 0800 842 538 or
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Group Ticket Prices:
Premium (6+) : $100.50
A Reserve (6+): $90.50
B Reserve (6+): $80
For Group Bookings
Ph: 03 379 0597 or email
groups@ticketek.co.nz
STAG E
All ticket prices include GST, a
$2.50 ITR Heritage Levy and
DRESS CIRCLE
Ticketek service fee.
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For more information TRAINING
email bookings@showbiz.org.nz AND
WORKSHOPS
Events, training • Audition Workshops
and workshops • Technical Workshops
in all aspects of • Specialist visiting tutors
musical theatre
• Showbiz Vocal Studio – weekly
production and group vocal tuition for musical
performance theatre singers of all levels.
showbiz.org.nz
11Officers of Hon. Vice Presidents Showbiz Christchurch
Christchurch Operatic Inc. Jan Cosgrove Management Team
Brian Brodie
Patron Fiona Buckley General Manager
Hon. Lianne Dalziel, Alan Collins Michael Bayly
Mayor of Christchurch Allison Collins Ph: (03) 377 5224
Anne-Marie Gilmore Email: genmgr@showbiz.org.nz
President
Mary Kirby
Markham Lee Production Manager
Vicki Morris-Williamson
Johnny Morris
Vice President Liann Scott
Ph: (03) 365 0841
Sarah Greenwood Buchanan
Hon. Solicitor Email: prodmgr@showbiz.org.nz
Board Hamish Taylor
Administration & Accounts
Violet Blay
Hon. Auditor Sandi White
Phillip Blacktopp
Bevan Smith Ph: (03) 377 7954
Nickie Wellbourn
Email: admin@showbiz.org.nz
Diane Brodie QSM Hon. Historian
Zylpha Harrison Marketing Manager
Life Members
Wendy Riley
Ruth Aitken
Christchurch Music Theatre Ph: (03) 377 9215
Mae Arnold
Education Trust Email: comms@showbiz.org.nz
Sue Beardsley
Diane Brodie QSM Chair
Julie Collender Sue Beardsley
Gail Deavoll
Zylpha Harrison Secretary / Treasurer
Marlene Le Cren Zylpha Harrison 369 St Asaph Street
Jill Simmonds
Trustees PO Box 2185
Rita Tie
Peter Simmonds QSM Christchurch 8140
Markham Lee
Marlene Le Cren Ph: (03) 377 7954
Robert J Naysmith
Markham Lee Fax: (03) 377 5491
Peter Simmonds QSM
Hon. Solicitor Email: admin@showbiz.org.nz
Bramwell Sutton
David Lang Web: showbiz.org.nz
NASDA THEATRE
Musical Theatre ‘open mic’ night.
9 Singers, 2 Songs each, 1 Pianist and a crowd.
Unplugged and fun.
For enquiries email - wayoffbroadway@showbiz.org.nz
12Thank Showbiz Christchurch gratefully
You
acknowledges the following funders,
supporters and partners:
2018 SEASON SPONSOR
PRIMARY OPERATIONAL PARTNERS
GOLD PARTNERS
FUNDING AGENCIES & SUPPORTERS
MEDIA PARTNERS
INDUSTRY PARTNERS
HOSPITALITY PARTNERS
SUPPLIER PARTNERS2018 SEASON BROADWAY HITMEN
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