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Enjoy Pre-Theatre dining from 5pm on Theatre Royal show nights Mon-Sat For reservations visit ntr.org.uk/Prelude or call 01603 598577 10% discount for Friends of Norwich Theatre Royal
JANUARY TO MAY
Our biggest, bravest brochure yet, full of fun,
laughter, challenges and soft smiles. There are over
seventy shows in this spring season, including
intimate, awesome and poignant work found on the
Fringe such as Dead Good, two elderly men in their
maestro masks determined not to go down without
a fight; All Of Me, a five-star dark but gorgeous
exploration of depression and death; Juliet and
DEAD GOOD
Romeo, who didn’t die and instead are performing
THEATRE
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their life story which their therapist says is a terrible
idea; Thank You For Doing Nothing, a satirical
musical from the year 2099, exploring the climate
emergency and men who profit from it.
Then there are exhilarating dance nights with
Rambert2 returning with a fierce new programme,
Oscillate bringing us ground-breaking tap,
Dotdotdot Dance with dynamic flamenco. The 60s
and 70s return with rocking nights celebrating those
giants of pop: Elton, Beatles, Springsteen, Stones.
GRAFFITI CLASSICS Shows for smalls, including Room On The Broom
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MUSIC and The Amazing Bubble Man; shows for those
remembering Steptoe and 60s TV; stirring swing
and jazz alongside comedy nights galore including
seventeen nights with wickedly witty women, such as
the hair-larious trio in Pamela’s Palace (our cover).
Early in 2020, in time for all these thrills, we’ll have
a major upgrade to our website and box office system
to bring the whole organisation together, Royal,
Playhouse and Stage Two,
in an excitingly refreshed
brand. Shows will sell even
ROOM ON THE BROOM
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linger too long!
Caroline Richardson
Director
Norwich Playhouse info@norwichplayhouse.co.uk
42 – 58 St. George’s Street www.norwichplayhouse.co.uk
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Hambledon Productions presents The Nimmo Twins present
CHRISTMAS WITH SHE GO LOOKS BACK
STEPTOE & SON FROM BEHIND AT 2019...
WITH FRIENDS
SAT 4 JAN 7:30PM
The nation’s favourite rag-and-bone- MON 13 - SAT 18 JAN 7:30PM
men indulge in some classic, festive MON 20 - SAT 25 JAN 7:30PM
misadventures! “Hiya, I’m She Go! You know me; pink
tracksuit, blonde hair, Stewart White
Albert and Harold—united by blood, tattoo below my navel. Finally, arter yares
divided over everything else—seem of playing second fiddle to The Nimmo
doomed to spend Christmas together. But Twins, I’ve been given my own show, hare
Harold has his flights of fancy… either a at the Playhouse! (The bald one, Karl
flight abroad or to throw the biggest party Minns, gave me a hand with the script.)
London’s ever seen! His “dirty old man”
Albert, of course, has other ideas: who Join me, Norwich’s hottest MILF (Mum
wouldn’t want to spend Christmas at Mrs. In Larkman Finery) as I probe deeply into
Clifford’s B&B in Bognor Regis anyway? last yare’s biggest news stories in Norfolk.
And in the second half I’ll be joined by
These much-loved episodes—from some Normal for Norfolk friends like
Ray Galton and Alan Simpson—have Billy Boy, Hauswerk, The Vicar and more.
been freshly adapted for the stage in a So, put a Tena Lady in and join me. I need
production bound to delight lovers of the money. Destiny Aguilera wants a car.”
classic comedy. Seats are limited. Book now!
“Authentic Galton and Simpson. As funny “The absolute peak of comedy perfection”
as it ever was. A rattling good evening in EDP
the theatre” LondonTheatre1
16+ only
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval Running Time: 90mins + interval
Tickets: £15 / £12 concessions Tickets: £20 / £18 concessions
4 Box Office: 01603 598598
Image by Britt Lloyd
Brother Wolf presents Rambert presents
A LESSON FROM RAMBERT2
AUSCHWITZ WED 29 & THUR 30 JAN 7:30PM
MON 27 JAN 7:30PM THUR 30 JAN 1PM
In 1941, Rudolf Höss, Commandant of Fierce new moves from fierce new
the Nazi concentration camp known as dancers—the world’s most exhilarating
Auschwitz, assembled his SS personnel early career dancers bring their latest
in a secret meeting with the express creations to the Playhouse, following sold-
purpose of introducing a new method out performances in early 2019.
for exterminating Europe’s Jews: deadly
poison gas Zyklon B. No one questioned Made up of the best young international
its usage. No one except a lone Jewish dancers, Rambert2 combines technical
prisoner, forced to participate; the virtuosity with raw energy to perform
prisoner upon which this “lesson” would dance pieces that embody their fearless
be demonstrated. spirit.
Based upon real events, this dark and This new programme features Sin, a duet
disturbing drama explores how and why by Damien Jalet & Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui,
the Nazis did what they did, shedding alongside new works Sama by Andrea
light on the mentality of the perpetrators Miller, star of the New York dance scene,
and the horrific reality of life in a death and Terms and Conditions by Jermaine
camp. Spivey, best known for his performances
with Crystal Pite’s Kidd Pivot.
“A shocking reminder of humanity’s
darkest moment, it is an exceptional piece “Edgy, cool, challenging, excellent”
of work” BritishTheatre.com The Guardian
11+ only
14+ only
Running Time: ca 70mins + interval
Running Time: ca 60mins straight Tickets: £17 / £14 concessions /
Tickets: £12 / £10 concessions / £8.50 students / Matinee: all seats £12
£8.50 students + schools (£8.50 students)
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 5
Noel Gay presents Impatient Productions presents
ROBIN INCE: JOSIE LONG
DOUBLE BILL
TENDER
FRI 31 JAN 7:30PM SAT 1 FEB & THUR 4 JUNE 7:30PM
THE SATANIC RITES OF Three-time Edinburgh Comedy Award
ROBIN INCE nominee and very-hard-to-pin-down-
A lonely boy sat in graveyards waiting indie-underdog-nightmare Josie Long is
for zombies; predicted to be a serial killer back with a new show for the first time in
by his sisters; grew up to be a comedian. five years.
Celebrating the horror films and stories
that were Robin’s solace as a misfit child. It’s about the mind-bending intensity
of new motherhood, but mostly about
I’M A JOKE AND SO kindness, gentleness, and joy—all in all,
ARE YOU (BOOK TALK) the very edgiest comedy!
Where does anxiety come from? What
is the key to creativity? How can we deal The aim is for you to come out of it
with grief ? Informed personal insights feeling optimistic about the future,
from Robin’s reflection on humour and although that is a big ask. At the very
humanity that was a Chortle Book Award least there will be some really silly voices
nominee, an Evening Standard Best in it, and that’s not nothing.
Comedy Book of the Year 2018 pick and
The Skinny’s Book of the Year 2018. “Brilliantly evocative, an original and
unflagging spirit” The Times
“He’s defined a generation of comics”
Stewart Lee
Robin will be signing books after the performance.
14+ only 14+ only
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval Running Time: 80mins + interval
Tickets: £15 Tickets: £16
6 Box Office: 01603 598598
RBM Comedy presents Norwich High School for Girls presents
JOHN SHUTTLEWORTH’S WINTER FESTIVAL
BACK FINALE
MON 3 FEB & TUE 14 APR 7:30PM FRI 7 FEB 7PM
John Shuttleworth’s Back... has been Norwich High School is delighted to
giving him trouble. return for a fourth year to present their
much acclaimed “Finale” of the school’s
Years of playing his organ in the garage annual Winter Arts Festival.
(perched upon a multi-pack of Diet Sprite
with no lumber support!) has taken its This compelling evening of music, dance
toll. and theatre will feature 70 performers
and a variety of acts from musical theatre
But—ever the trouper—John returns to extracts to jazz and contemporary dance.
regale audiences with an evening of his
classic songs (plus new ones and hilarious Tickets available from Norwich High School
“back” stories), only stopping to reapply for Girls, Newmarket Road, Norwich NR2
his deep heat rub! 2HU. Visit Eaton Grove main reception from
January 2020 onwards between 9am & 4pm.
Don’t miss this much-loved character Call 01603 453265 for more information.
back at the Playhouse.
“A ludicrously compelling night out”
Evening Standard
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval Running Time: 2hrs + interval
Tickets: £18.50 Tickets: £9 / £6 concessions
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 7
Off The Kerb presents Live Nation & MZA present
SIMON EVANS JIMEOIN
THE WORK OF THE DEVIL RAMBLE ON!
SAT 8 & MON 10 FEB 7:30PM TUE 11 FEB 7:30PM
Simon Evans’ last show provided a Superb world-class stand-up from the
hilarious analysis on the departure of Irishman from Australia—acclaimed
visible intelligence from modern life. worldwide as one of live comedy’s true
His new outing raises the stakes, with his masters—as Jimeoin brings his brilliantly
usual excoriating views of a world on fire observed, ever-evolving and hilarious
shifted by personal revelations that have comedy to the Playhouse for one night
turned his world upside down. only as part of his latest smash-hit tour.
The Work Of The Devil is a gripping and Jimeoin is internationally acclaimed and
ultimately heart-warming tale. Expect his shows sell out across the UK, Europe,
exceptional stand-up from this veteran the USA and of course Australia. Hailed
performer: the star of Radio 4’s The News as a genuine “fair dinkum” stand-up
Quiz and Simon Evans Goes To Market alumni, don’t miss your chance to see
is exceeding what seemed to be his full this award-winning star of TV shows
potential, by sharing something deeply including Live At The Apollo, Conan,
personal. The Royal Variety Performance, CH4’s
O2 Gala and Sunday Night At The
“Rich with Evans’ wit and caustic Palladium—live!
observation” The Scotsman
“Didn’t leave a dry eye in the house—
revealing a comedian at the top of his
game” Manchester Evening News
16+ only 16+ only
Running Time: 90mins + interval Running Time: 90mins + interval
Tickets: £15 / £13 concessions Tickets: £17.50
8 Box Office: 01603 598598
Tall Stories Theatre Co presents
ROOM ON THE BROOM
THUR 13 & FRI 14 FEB 10.30AM & 1PM, SAT 15 FEB 11AM & 1.30PM
SUN 16 FEB 11AM & 2PM*
IGGETY ZIGGETY ZAGGETY ZOOM!
Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories’ fun-filled adaptation of
Room on the Broom, the best-selling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
The witch and her cat are travelling on their broomstick when they pick up some
hitch-hikers—a friendly dog, a beautiful green bird and a frantic frog.
But this broomstick’s not meant for five and—CRACK—it snaps in two... just as the hungry
dragon appears! Will there ever be room on the broom for everyone? Find out in this
magical musical Olivier Award nominated show.
“Perfect introduction to the theatre’ ” The Sunday Express
Running Time: 60mins straight 3+ recommended
Tickets: £11.50 / £8.50 schools (weekdays) & groups 10+ *SUN 16 FEB 2PM: RELAXED PERFORMANCE
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 9
Bound & Gagged Comedy presents Off The Kerb presents
STEPHEN K AMOS SUZI RUFFELL
EVERYMAN DANCE LIKE EVERYONE’S
THUR 13 FEB 8PM WATCHING
PLUS SUPPORT
Stephen K Amos is on a mission to bring
FRI 14 & SAT 15 FEB 8PM
about world peace. Or, to at least bring
about an evening of peace, one venue at Suzi’s made a name for herself by turning
a time. tragedy and anxiety into big laughs. This
year she’s actually happy. The question is:
In an age when arguments are started over are all stand-ups at their best when they’re
everything from politics to bendy straws, miserable? Fingers crossed no!
Stephen is rising above the anger to
remind us of what we have in common. Of course, the world is still completely
f**ked—so don’t worry, it won’t be too
Bringing achingly funny anecdotes, joyous. Storytelling, observations, social
hilarious takes on the everyday and his politics, a lovely routine about a smear
infectious charm, Stephen K Amos test. This show has everything.
will warm your cold, stiffened hearts.
Join together with your fellow man and The last year has been massive for Ruffell;
experience the universal language of a smash hit tour and sell-out Playhouse
laughter. show, heaps of television and learning how
to make the perfect lemon cake. Come see
“Comedy at its purest and richest form” what all the fuss is about!
The Advertiser
“Ruffell’s new show could hardly be any
better” The Guardian
16+ only 14+ only
Running Time: 90mins + interval Running Time: 85mins + interval
Tickets: £18 Tickets: £15 / £13 concessions
10 Box Office: 01603 598598Phil McIntyre Live Ltd presents Artistes International Management Ltd presents
ALEXEI SAYLE I’M STILL STANDING
LIVE TOUR THE MUSIC OF ELTON JOHN
MON 17 & TUE 18 FEB 8PM FRI 21 FEB 7:30PM
Alexei Sayle has been performing A musical celebration of the legendary
stand-up for forty years, since the day he fifty-year career of Elton John. Featuring
invented modern comedy. all of his greatest hits performed by the
outstanding Joel Buckingham and backed
He’d like to stay at home with his cat by an amazing live band. Complete with
but he’s still really funny, dangerously the outrageous outfits and glasses which
political and wildly energetic—so he feels have been a signature of Elton’s live shows
compelled to do a live tour. from the early 1970’s right up to the
modern day.
The least you can do is to come and see
him. The show takes you through an incredible
legacy of great songs and music; including
“A Zen master of stand-up comedy, albeit Crocodile Rock, Rocket Man, Candle In
one who wears steel-toecapped bovver The Wind, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart,
boots” The Guardian Sacrifice, Daniel and Circle Of Life.
LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED. “At the end of the show the audience rose
to their feet for the ovation, they didn’t
want it to end” The Daily Post
16+ only
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval Running Time: 1hr 50mins + interval
Tickets: £22.50 / £17.50 concessions Tickets: £23
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 11Off The Kerb presents Off The Kerb presents
IVO GRAHAM ANDY PARSONS
THE GAME OF LIFE HEALING THE NATION
SAT 22 FEB 8PM WED 26 FEB 8PM
The time for faff is over: has Big Daddy Andy returns following 2019 sell-out
Graham got the skillz (anecdotes/banter/ performances!
topical asides) to pay da billz (gas/water/
electric)? ‘I only wanted a sandwich but given I
could get a snack and drink for 5p more it
More hilariously anxious blather from one seemed financially irresponsible not to.
of the most hilariously anxious blatherers
in the business. Graham’s endlessly The lad on the till scanned the first two
amusing shows—sharp punchlines, topper items no problem, but the third wouldn’t
gags—are honed to within a whisker of scan. I thought this is going to be a
perfection. nightmare—a queue was building and
he looked like he was going to call the
As spotted on Live At The Apollo, supervisor.
Mock The Week, Live From The
BBC, Cats Does Countdown, Richard To his credit, he tried again, it wouldn’t
Osman’s House Of Games, Roast Battle, scan—so he went “bip” himself and
Hypothetical, The Stand Up Sketch Show, chucked it through. At that moment I
The Now Show, Fighting Talk. thought “oh we’ll be alright as a country,
we will”. And we will be alright. Trust me.
“A self-deprecating dweeb par excellence” I’m not a politician.’
Evening Standard
“Cracking adlibbing… a joke-rich rallying
call for a better Britain” The Guardian
14+ only 14+ only
Running Time: 90mins + interval Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval
Tickets: £14 Tickets: £15
12 Box Office: 01603 598598Bound & Gagged Comedy presents Old Kent Road presents
SAM AVERY OSCiLLATE
TODDLERGEDDON FRI 28 FEB 7:30PM
THUR 27 FEB 8PM
A ground-breaking tap dance experience.
The time is 4.17pm. Through the use of movement, sound
No-one is dressed yet. and light, the show is a journey from
Civilisation has collapsed. misunderstanding, confusion and fear to
Law and order has broken down. compassion, acceptance and equality. Set
The kids are high on sugar. to an original, beautiful score of analogue
The adults have lost control. electronic music compositions.
Every conversation is an argument.
The coffee has run out. Old Kent Road is a passionate group of
A child scribbles on the wall. dancers raising the bar in the UK tap
Someone spills a drink. dance scene, bringing together expertise
Everyone is shouting. and distinctive choreography—by Avalon
This is Toddlergeddon. Rathgeb and Dre Torres—to pay homage
to the history of the art form and the
Join the award-winning comedian and vibrancy of jazz culture.
bestselling author—AKA The Learner
Parent—for his hilarious, brand new Energetic and original tap at breath-
stand-up show. How do you raise a taking speed from this pulsating collective.
toddler with more attitude than Kanye
West? Can you negotiate effectively with ON PREVIOUS SHOW DIRTY. TAP. FUNK:
a pre-schooler who knows you’re clueless? “Full of dance battles, timed step breaks
Will any of us survive Toddlergeddon? and incredible energy”
londontheatredirect
“A gifted storyteller” The List
10+ only
16+ only
Running Time: ca 70mins straight
Running Time: 90mins + interval Tickets: £14 / £11 concessions /
Tickets: £18 £8.50 students
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 13Berk’s Nest presents Primrose Productions presents
MAX & IVAN THE NAVY LARK
COMMITMENT FRI 6 MAR 7:30PM
SAT 29 FEB 8PM
When HMS Troutbridge docks at the
Say ‘I do’ to the triumphant return of Playhouse it’s going to be “Ev’rybody
Edinburgh Comedy Award nominees Down!” for an evening of nostalgic belly
Max & Ivan. (You’ll recognise them from laughs.
BBC 2’s W1A, Radio 4’s The Casebook
Of Max & Ivan). Presented in the style of a radio
performance in front of a live audience,
Commitment is the true story of the The Navy Lark sees a cast of three bring
unreasonable lengths one best man to life classic episodes from the much
(Max) will go to give one groom (Ivan) loved comedy series that featured Leslie
the greatest weekend of his life. It’s a Phillips, Ronnie Barker and Jon Pertwee.
show about dreaming big, growing up,
and trying—but ultimately very much Starring James Hurn—known for
failing—to make it in the band. bringing to life iconic characters Tony
Hancock, Sid James and Kenneth
A “fresh, hysterical perspective on growing Williams in his hit one man show
up, looking back, and moving on” (Theatre Hancock & Co. So “Bung Ho!” and secure
Weekly) and “Doozy of a comedy show” your tickets now.
(The Guardian) directed by Kieran
Hodgson. ON HANCOCK & CO:
“James Hurn does something perhaps
“Astonishing gag rate... Commitment is a thought unimaginable, he brings the
thing of joy” Chortle whole gang to life single-handedly, and it
is a piece of sublime art”
Liverpool Sound & Vision
14+ only
Running Time: 90mins + interval Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval
Tickets: £14 Tickets: £17.50 / £15 concessions
14 Box Office: 01603 598598Gag Reflex presents
BEN HART
WONDER
WED 4 MAR, THUR 5 MAR & MON 6 APR 7:30PM
Expect Ben’s most mind-blowing and exciting illusions in a show that shines a light on
magic, life, the universe and the darkest corners of your imaginations. With the simplest
of props—using only objects from, and minds of, the audience—Ben Hart conjures an
altogether new kind of magic.
The multi-award winning magician has recently played to royalty, heads of state and
celebrities, in international arenas and West End theatres. He’s also made dozens of world-
wide TV appearances, including his own BBC Three series, as a finalist on Britain’s Got
Talent 2019 and on BBC One’s Now You See It. Seats are limited!
“A crescendo of coups that leave you seriously stumped for a rational explanation”
The Scotsman
Running Time: 1hr 20mins + interval 12+ only
Tickets: £19.50 / £17 concessions
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 15The Pantaloons present
BLEAK HOUSE
MON 9 MAR 7:30PM & TUES 10 MAR 1PM
Join The Pantaloons for a fog-filled adventure in Victorian London.
When a dead body is discovered in Mr Krook’s Rag-and-Bone shop, a web of mysteries
starts to untangle, with far-reaching consequences.
Hilarious, tragic and romantic by turns, Dickens’ darkly comic masterpiece is retold by The
Pantaloons in their own inimitable style. A company of five actor-musicians bring the novel’s
cast of over 50 characters to life in a thrilling tale of love, skulduggery and spontaneous
combustion...
“Enjoyable, exciting and incredibly funny... truly wonderful” Buzz Magazine
12+ only
Running Time: 2hrs 20mins + interval
Tickets: £14 / £12 concessions / £8.50 students + schools
16 Box Office: 01603 598598Off The Kerb presents Steve Elson presents
KERRY GODLIMAN THE COUNTERFEIT
STONES
BOSH
PLUS SUPPORT NOT FAKE AWAY
WED 11 & SAT 14 MAR 8PM FRI 13 MAR 7:30PM
Kerry’s back after what she thought would Why pay a fortune to see ants in a
be a little ‘she’ time. No chance. Her stadium when for a fraction of the price
bosh-like nature will never let her rest. you can get up close and smell the faking
Well, that and a needy cat, a constantly brilliance of the Counterfeit Stones. Their
disappointing camper van, ever-raging latest fast shuffle promises yet another
feelings of mum guilt and bewilderment night of utter Copy-Rock.
at the phasing out of thimbles. All will be
explained. Now in their 29th year, these fraud-stars
continue to deliver the best “mock ‘n’
Nicely foul-mouthed and with a very neat roll” show on the circuit. Packed with big
measure of caustic wit when required, hits, retro fashion, vintage guitars and a
Kerry’s affable and down-to-earth huge dollop of Spinal Tap humour, it’s
humour has been seen on Mock The Satis-fiction guaranteed for all you Honky
Week, Live At The Apollo, Taskmaster Tonks!
and Michael McIntyre’s Big Show and
been heard on The News Quiz, The Now IT’S PHONEY ROCK ‘N’ ROLL AND
Show and I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue. YOU’LL LIKE IT!
“Her new show finds her on exquisitely “The most famous Stones band in
crowd-pleasing form. Some sublime England” Mick Jagger
culture clash material” Evening Standard
14+ only
Running Time: 90mins + interval Running Time: 2hrs + interval
Tickets: £15 Tickets: £23
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 17Corrie McGuire Management presents Phil McIntyre Live Ltd presents
VIKKI STONE STEPHEN BAILEY
SONG BIRD CAN’T BE BOTHERED
WED 18 MAR 7:30PM THUR 19 MAR 8PM
An evening of hilarious musical comedy, Stephen has made a name for himself for
featuring tunes dedicated to dogs, dick being a little gossip—but this year he’s
pics and online dating: all the concerns of gone all grown up and decided to have a
modern life. conversation (but a funny one—he’s still
very Channel 5).
After five-star reviews and sell-out shows
at the 2019 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Host of Channel 5’s Celebs On The Farm
the multi award-winning comedian and and off of shows such as Coronation
musician comes to the Playhouse with Street, your very favourite best mate is
Song Bird—crowned Best Musical Show waking up to the world around him and
at the 2019 Leicester Comedy Festival. he thinks that it’s gone bloody mad.
Vikki’s made the finals of the Hackney This show is bit of storytelling, some
Empire New Act Of The Year and won inappropriate anecdotes and more
The Soho Theatre One Night Stand Up sincerity than he’s ever dared have before!
Award. What more do you want? He’s basically
Holly Willoughby.
“The audience were almost crying with
laughter” The Guardian “Stephen Bailey is a superstar in the
making” British Comedy Guide
LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED.
14+ only 16+ only
Running Time: 85mins + interval Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval
Tickets: £12 Tickets: £14.50 / £10.50 concessions
18 Box Office: 01603 598598Image by Zoe Manders
Lost Dog Dance & house present
JULIET & ROMEO
BY LOST DOG
FRI 20 MAR 7:30PM
The real story of Romeo and Juliet. It turns out they didn’t die in a tragic misunderstanding;
they grew up and lived happily ever after. Well... they lived at least.
Now they’re fortyish, mocked by their teenage selves and haunted by being the poster couple
for romantic love. They’ve decided to confront their struggles by putting on a performance—
about themselves. Their therapist told them it was a terrible idea.
With Lost Dog’s blend of dance, theatre and comedy, this duet takes on our cultural
obsession with youth and our inevitable issues with longevity.
“A blissfully wry, subverted version of Romeo & Juliet” The Guardian
Running Time: ca 80mins straight 14+ recommended
Tickets: £14 / £12 concessions / £8.50 students
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 19Chambers Management Ltd presents Apollo Theatre Company presents
RUBY WAX ROUND THE HORNE
HOW TO BE HUMAN WED 25 MAR 7:30PM
SAT 21 - TUE 24 MAR 7:30PM
“Oh, Mr Horne! How bona to vada your
SAT 21 MAR 2:30PM
dolly old eek!”
Ruby returns to the Playhouse (with
shows postponed from 2019) following From 1965 to 1968 there wasn’t a bigger
a sell-out run in 2018. Based on her radio programme in Britain: every Sunday
bestselling book, this show answers every afternoon millions of people would gather
question you’ve ever had about evolution, around the wireless to listen to Kenneth
thoughts, emotions, the body, addictions, Horne and his merry crew.
sex, kids, the future and compassion.
With its infamous movie spoofs and
We can’t stop the future, but even if nearly hilarious regular characters such as
every part of us becomes robotic, we’ll Rambling Sid Rumpo, J. Peasemold
still have our minds. If we can use them Gruntfuttock, and Julian and Sandy, one
for things like compassion, instead of of the biggest and best radio comedy
just chasing what’s “better”, we’re on the shows of all time still excites today, 50
yellow brick road to happiness. years on. Take a step back in time and
experience this comedy classic live.
Outrageously witty and smart, blending
brilliant comedy and insightful life “A superb evening’s entertainment and I
lessons. This is the show you need to left the theatre wanting more”
upgrade your mind as much as you’ve British Theatre Guide
upgraded your phone.
Original scripts by Barry Took and Marty Feldman.
Compiled and Directed by Tim Astley.
“Wax is queen of the cutting one-liner”
The Telegraph
16+ only
Running Time: 1hr 45mins + interval Running Time: 90mins + interval
Tickets: £20 Tickets: £18.50 / £16.50 concessions
20 Box Office: 01603 598598United Agents presents Dotdotdot Dance presents
TOM ROSENTHAL IN BODY
MANHOOD DOTDOTDOT DANCE
PLUS SUPPORT FRI 27 MAR 7:30PM
THUR 26 MAR 8PM
Dragged backwards through a waking
Let the beaky boy from Friday Night dream, summoning memory through the
Dinner (Channel 4) and Plebs (ITV2) earth’s vibration, and quivering under the
tell you the story of how he spent his life external gaze...
trying to avenge the theft of his foreskin.
Three strikingly dynamic flamenco dance
Tom is a previous winner of the Leicester pieces incorporate live music, electronica
Mercury Comedian of the Year and and spoken word in a triple bill originally
was nominated for Best Breakthrough commissioned and produced by Sadler’s
Artist at the British Comedy Awards. Wells.
He’s been seen as the drunkest guy on
Drunk History (Comedy Central), sassing Dotdotdot Dance delves into the essence
Chris Ramsey on Roast Battle (Comedy of traditional flamenco, emerging with
Central) and getting competitive in the a new voice from a British, female
pub quiz (The Alwyne Castle). perspective. They make work that explores
different approaches to how flamenco is
Frank, energetic, theatrical and at times watched, listened to and danced—creating
over-the-top—this is a thoughtful and pieces that reflect the world we live in and
often hilarious take on a disturbing challenge common perceptions around
subject. flamenco as an art form.
“High energy, impressive and precociously “Complex rhythms layer and intertwine in
smart” The Guardian energetic bursts” British Theatre Guide
16+ only
Running Time: 75mins including two short
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval pauses
Tickets: £14 Tickets: £17 / £14 concessions
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 21Sat 4 Christmas With Steptoe & Son 7:30pm COM/THEATRE p04
Fri 10 The Pasadena Roof Orchestra 7:30pm MUSIC SOLD OUT
Mon 13 - Sat 18 She Go 7:30pm COMEDY p04
JANUARY
Mon 20 - Sat 25 She Go 7:30pm COMEDY p04
Mon 27 A Lesson From Auschwitz 7:30pm THEATRE p05
Wed 29 - Thu 30 Rambert2 VARIOUS DANCE p05
Fri 31 Robin Ince 7:30pm COMEDY p06
Sat 1 Josie Long 7:30pm COMEDY p06
Mon 3 John Shuttleworth 7:30pm COMEDY p07
Fri 7 Winter Festival Finale 7:00pm SCHOOLS p07
Sat 8 & Mon 10 Simon Evans 7:30pm COMEDY p08
Sun 9 Circus Chermond 6:30pm CIRCUS see website
Tue 11 Jimeoin 7:30pm COMEDY p08
Thu 13 - Sun 16 Room On The Broom VARIOUS CHILDREN p09
Thu 13 Stephen K Amos 8:00pm COMEDY p10
Fri 14 & Sat 15 Suzi Ruffell 8:00pm COMEDY p10
Mon 17 & Tue 18 Alexei Sayle 8:00pm COMEDY p11
Fri 21 I’m Still Standing 7:30pm MUSIC p11
FEBRUARY
Sat 22 Ivo Graham 8:00pm COMEDY p12
Wed 26 Andy Parsons 8:00pm COMEDY p12
Thu 27 Sam Avery 8:00pm COMEDY p13
Fri 28 Oscillate 7:30pm DANCE p13
Sat 29 Max & Ivan 8:00pm COMEDY p14
Tue 3 Stagelit 7:00pm SCHOOLS website
Wed 4 & Thu 5 Ben Hart 7:30pm MAGIC p15
Fri 6 The Navy Lark 7:30pm COM/THEATRE p14
Sat 7 Phil Wang 7:30pm COMEDY SOLD OUT
Mon 9 & Tue 10 Bleak House VARIOUS DRAMA p16
Wed 11 & Sat 14 Kerry Godliman 8:00pm COMEDY p17
Fri 13 The Counterfeit Stones 7:30pm MUSIC p17
Wed 18 Vikki Stone 7:30pm COM/MUSIC p18
Thu 19 Stephen Bailey 8:00pm COMEDY p18
Fri 20 Juliet & Romeo 7:30pm DANCE/DRAMA p19
MARCH
Sat 21 - Tue 24 Ruby Wax VARIOUS COMEDY/TALK p20
Wed 25 Round The Horne 7:30pm COM/THEATRE p20
Thu 26 Tom Rosenthal 8:00pm COMEDY p21
22 Box Office: 01603 598598Fri 27 Dotdotdot Dance 7:30pm DANCE p21
Sat 28 Mark Thomas 8:00pm COMEDY p24
Tue 31 Springboards 7:00pm SCHOOLS website
Wed 1 Dead Good 7:30pm THEATRE p24
Thu 2 Siobhan Phillips 7:30pm COMEDY p25
Fri 3 The Cavern Beatles 7:30pm MUSIC p25
Sat 4 The Amazing Bubble Man VARIOUS CHILDREN p26
Sat 4 Andy Zaltzman 8:00pm COMEDY website
Mon 6 Ben Hart 7:30pm MAGIC p15
Tue 7 Matt Parker 7:30pm COMEDY/TALK p26
Wed 8 & Thu 9 Iain Stirling 8:00pm COMEDY p27
Fri 10 Jayde Adams 8:00pm COMEDY p27
Sat 11 Evil Cyborg Sea Monsters 5:00pm COMEDY p28
Tue 14 John Shuttleworth 7:30pm COMEDY p07
Wed 15 Jonny Awsum 7:30pm COMEDY p28
Thu 16 Arabella Weir 8:00pm COMEDY p29
Fri 17 Stacey Kent 7:30pm MUSIC p29
Sat 18 Showstopper! 8:00pm COM/MUSICAL p31
Wed 22 All Of Me 7:30pm THEATRE p30
Thu 23 Kiri Pritchard-McLean 8:00pm COMEDY p31
APRIL
Fri 24 Graffiti Classics 7:30pm MUSIC p32
Sat 25 Richard Herring 7pm & 9pm COMEDY p32
Mon 27 - Thu 31 Connections VARIOUS SCHOOLS p33
Fri 1 Connections VARIOUS SCHOOLS p33
Sat 2 Thank You For Doing Nothing 8:00pm THEATRE p33
Tue 5 Simon Brodkin 8:00pm COMEDY p34
Wed 6 Spontaneous Potter 8:00pm COM/THEATRE p34
Thu 7 Jonny & The Baptists 8:00pm COM/MUSIC website
Fri 8 - Sun 10 The Tiger Who Came To Tea VARIOUS CHILDREN p35
Tue 12 & Wed 13 Mark Watson 8:00pm COMEDY p36
Thu 14 & Fri 15 Sofie Hagen 8:00pm COMEDY p36
Sat 16 The Sound Of Springsteen 7:30pm MUSIC p37
Mon 18 & Mon 25 Tom Stade 8:00pm COMEDY p37
Tue 19 & Wed 20 Adam Buxton 8:00pm TALK p38
MAY
Thu 21 & Fri 22 Pamela’s Palace 8:00pm COM/MUSICAL p38
Sat 23 Gary Meikle 8:00pm COMEDY p39
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 23Phil McIntyre Live Ltd presents Vamos Theatre presents
MARK THOMAS DEAD GOOD
50 THINGS ABOUT US WED 1 APR 7:30PM
(WORK IN PROGRESS) Bob and Bernard have only two things in
SAT 28 MAR 8PM common: they’re both dying… and they’re
Mark uses his trademark style of not going down without a fight.
storytelling, stand-up, subversion and
really, really well researched material to try So, with a bottle of Bollinger and the keys
and find out how the hell we ended up in to Bernard’s Bentley in hand, they decide
the middle of this shit-show. to hit the road, and take on one final,
death-defying adventure.
Songs, gongs, loot, tradition, wigs, nicking,
statues, art and identity: a sort of funny But when time really does start to run
national edition of Who Do You Think out, can Bob and Bernard accept the
You Are? inevitable?
Mark says: Funny and poignant in equal measure,
“Look, I have been doing this for 34 years. this hotly anticipated new production
I have gone from stand-up to theatre comes from full-mask maestros, Vamos
and half way back again. It’s another Theatre. Created in collaboration with
slightly odd show, a sort of sweary, palliative care patients and specialists, it’s
History Channel with laughs and creative a gloriously witty, wordless show about
mischief.” the ultimate shared experience.
“This is a show that comes from the guts”
The Telegraph
12+ only Part of Creative Matters: Grief.
Running Time: ca 90mins + interval Running Time: 70mins straight
Tickets: £17.50 / £12.50 limited number of Tickets: £12 / £10 concessions / £8.50
concessions students / £5 under 25s
24 Box Office: 01603 598598Our Rita’s presents MLM Concerts Ltd presents
SIOBHAN PHILLIPS THE CAVERN BEATLES
LIVE AND UNHINGED FRI 3 APR 7:30PM
THUR 2 APR 7:30PM
A Magical History Tour through the
Siobhan wowed television audiences in music of the greatest pop phenomenon of
2019 as the only female finalist in Britain’s all time. Replicating in sight and sound
Got Talent. Described as “the love child the excitement and energy of Beatlemania,
of Peter Kay and Victoria Wood”, her the psychedelic era of Sgt. Pepper and
hilarious self-penned songs struck a chord the creative masterpieces of The White
with a big part of the nation who totally Album and Abbey Road.
related to her daft, observational ditties.
The Cavern Beatles are as close to the
With Siobhan riffing on such subjects real thing as you’re ever likely to get;
as becoming a first-time mum at their uncanny vocal resemblance to the
forty, tantrum throwing toddlers and Fab Four down to their upbringing in…
the frustrations of mother-daughter Liverpool!
relationships, you’ll be treated to an
insight into her life presented with A special feature of the show will be a
exceptional candour and warmth. recreation of the legendary 1969 “rooftop
concert”—the Beatles final ever public
Join her for an evening of fun and performance atop their Savile Row Apple
laughter, guaranteed to be LIVE and Corps headquarters.
UNHINGED.
“The new knights of déjà vu”
“You always get this massive crowd Dundee Courier
reaction... you light up the room and
you’re very funny” Simon Cowell
14+ only
Running Time: 90mins + interval Running Time: 2hrs 10mins + interval
Tickets: £18 / £16 concessions Tickets: £24.50 / £22.50 concessions
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 25Louis Pearl presents Makin Projects presents
THE AMAZING HUMBLE PI
BUBBLE MAN
MATT PARKER’S COMEDY OF
SAT 4 APR 11.30AM & 2PM MATHS ERRORS
Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences TUE 7 APR 7:30PM
worldwide for over 30 years with the art, Humble Pi explores the greatest
magic, science and fun of bubbles. An mathematical near-misses and mishaps
Edinburgh Festival Fringe favourite, he involving planes, bridges, the internet, big
has sold out there for the last 12 years. data and more—showing us the bizarre
Louis explores the breathtaking dynamics ways maths trips us all up. Being wrong
of bubbles, combining comedy and has never felt so right.
artistry with audience participation and
enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep Matt is a stand-up comedian and
everyone mesmerized. mathematician. He appears regularly
on TV and online: as well as being a
From square bubbles to rocket bubbles, presenter on the Discovery Channel, his
tornado bubbles to flying saucer YouTube videos have been viewed over 85
bubbles, The Amazing Bubble Man million times.
conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of
amazement from all ages. Don’t miss this “Even the terminally maths-phobic
charming & delightful show—tickets sold (a class I belong to) will enjoy
out in 2019! mathematician Matt Parker’s enthused,
beaming delivery, as he makes maths
“A great show that combines challenges and diagrams into something
entertainment with science with spectacle” oddly beautiful” ThreeWeeks
Fringe Review
3+ recommended 12+ only
Running Time: 70mins straight Running Time: 90mins + interval
Tickets: £11.50 / £8.50 groups 10+ Tickets: £15 / £12 concessions
26 Box Office: 01603 598598Avalon Promotions Ltd presents Avalon Promotions Ltd presents
IAIN STIRLING JAYDE ADAMS
FAILING UPWARDS THE BALLAD OF KYLIE
PLUS SUPPORT JENNER’S OLD FACE
WED 8 & THUR 9 APR 8PM PLUS SUPPORT
FRI 10 APR 8PM
Do you ever wonder how people manage
to be normal? In 2019 if you want to be a “successful
independent woman person” you better
Iain does. So much so he’s written a brand have something you want to say and
new stand-up show about it. you better be wearing a Serious Black
Jumper™. In her SBJ™ Jayde will rifle
Join the “star of comedy” (The i) as he through all the noise and self-promotion
explores his inability to function in and figure out what’s actually going on.
the most basic of public settings, social
media’s constant pressure to “live your Putting the sequins and showbiz in a
best life” and that one time a man stole box for now (it’s time to get serious), the
his shoes. proud Bristolian and multi award-winning
comedian brings her five-star Edinburgh
Having sold out his Edinburgh Festival Festival Fringe show to the Playhouse.
Fringe run in advance for the second time,
the BAFTA-winning comedian—and If pop stars, razors and even sausage
voice of hit reality show Love Island— rolls can attach themselves to important
is back following his 2018 sell-out movements to sell themselves why can’t
Playhouse show U OK HUN? x. Jayde Adams?
“Extremely funny observational and “She’s a star” The Guardian
surreal comedy” The Telegraph
14+ only 14+ only
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval Running Time: 85mins + interval
Tickets: £18.50 Tickets: £12
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 27Norwich Playhouse presents Gag Reflex presents
EVIL CYBORG JONNY AWSUM...
SEA MONSTERS!
IS COMING TO TOWN
SAT 11 APR 5PM WED 15 APR 7:30PM
Comedian & cartoonist Mike Capozzola’s Jonny Awsum shot to fame on Britain’s
multimedia stand-up comedy show about Got Talent with his performances of This
superheroes, sci-fi and monsters. If you’re Is A Musical with Ant & Dec and The
a fan of this stuff then teleport, fly or Triangle Song with David Walliams.
beam down to this show! These things are
irreverently celebrated and dissected by a Following BGT Jonny supported Lost
genuine pro. Voice Guy and Tape Face on their hit UK
theatre tours—including the Playhouse—
Mike’s performed his “nerd-comedy” show and after being inundated with requests
at theatres, comic conventions, museums, to perform his own tour, Jonny is finally
comedy clubs & festivals across North coming to town!
America, the UK and Europe.
His very first solo tour will include brand
ZERO% educational content—but it’s new material together with the greatest
lots of fun! hits from his TV and comedy club sets.
“Brilliant… with a dry sense of humor” “Takes the audience all the way with
San Francisco SketchFest him… that’s entertainment!” Chortle
12+ only 14+ only
Running Time: 70mins straight Running Time: 80mins + interval
Tickets: £10 Tickets: £14 / £12 concessions
28 Box Office: 01603 598598Berk’s Nest in association with Casarotto Ramsay & Associates presents John Boddy presents
ARABELLA WEIR STACEY KENT
DOES MY MUM LOOM FRI 17 APR 7:30PM
BIG IN THIS? The internationally acclaimed, Grammy-
THUR 16 APR 8PM nominated vocalist returns to the UK for
The mother of all confessional shows from a select number of 2020 dates, featuring
the bestselling author and star of The Fast music from her latest album I Know I
Show and Two Doors Down. Dream alongside a collection of numbers
from her previous albums, including the
Does My Mum Loom Big In This? is for Grammy nominated Breakfast On The
everyone who’s had a mother or been a Morning Tram.
mother, featuring hair-raising hilarious
true stories from Arabella’s dysfunctional Stacey’s visit to the Playhouse, with her
childhood, her perilous career and her life five-piece band, forms part of a worldwide
as a single working mother. tour. The set will include American
Standards, Bossa Nova classics, chansons
Devastatingly funny, excruciatingly honest and reprises of some of Stacey’s most
and definitely embarrassing for all of loved work—including songs co-written
Arabella’s relatives, not to mention herself, with Nobel prize winner Kazuo Ishiguro,
this is a helter-skelter tour of appalling— whose songwriting partnership with
and appallingly funny—maternal Stacey has formed an essential part of her
behaviour. repertoire.
“Comedy gold” The Guardian “Devastatingly stylish” The Observer
Written by Arabella Weir & Jon Canter.
14+ only
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval
Tickets: £18 Tickets: £20 / £18 concessions
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 29Caroline Horton & China Plate Theatre present
ALL OF ME
WED 22 APR 7:30PM
A show about depression and death… sorry about that. Written and performed by Olivier
Award nominee Caroline Horton, it’s a five-star, intimate and absurd exploration of wanting
to live, wanting to die and what can happen if we sit together with the dark.
Grudgingly hopeful, occasionally funny, this creatively staged and gorgeously written show
grabs you by the scruff of the neck and shakes you with laughter and a sense of awe.
Caroline reunites with Alex Swift (five-star director of Mess) to bring you an
unapologetically dark show about dark things. Messy. Beautiful. Phenomenal.
“Theatrically alive at every moment”
The Independent
Running Time: 70mins straight 14+ only: contains partial nudity
Tickets: £12 / £10 concessions / £8.50 students
30 Box Office: 01603 598598Something For The Weekend presents Little Wander presents
SHOWSTOPPER! KIRI
PRITCHARD-MCLEAN
THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL
SAT 18 APR 8PM EMPATHY, PAINS
PLUS SUPPORT
A brand new all-singing, all-dancing
THUR 23 APR 8PM
production is created from audience
suggestions at each performance; with Kiri thinks that we live in a time where
hilarious results. Packed with drama, empathy is seen as a weakness. Like
dazzling routines and catchy melodies— asthma or being first to pull away from a
all made up on the spot! So whether you handshake. But why is that? Surely what
fancy Hamilton in a hospital or Sondheim we need in these divided times is more
in the Sahara, you suggest it and The empathy?
Showstoppers will sing it!
So she’s off on a search to find a group of
With twelve years as an Edinburgh people who she struggles to empathise
Festival Fringe must-see phenomenon, a with. What could this mean... ? Well, it
BBC Radio 4 series, a critically acclaimed means she’s spent the last year talking
West End run and an Olivier Award to non-offending paedophilles on the
to their name, The Showstoppers have internet.
delighted audiences across the globe with
their ingenious blend of comedy, musical Yup, her search history is a disaster. So,
theatre and spontaneity. come and see her make the impossible
hilarious or possibly get arrested. Still, she
“So polished, it defies belief ” has form as the host of All Killa No Filla.
The Daily Telegraph
“Making powerhouse stand-up from the
thorniest of subjects” The Guardian
14+ only 16+ only
Running Time: 90mins + interval Running Time: 85mins + interval
Tickets: £17 / £15 concessions Tickets: £14 / £12 concessions
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 31Derek Warby Artist Management presents Avalon Promotions Ltd presents
GRAFFITI CLASSICS RICHARD HERRING
FRI 24 APR 7:30PM RHLSTP
SAT 25 APR 7PM & 9PM
16 strings, 8 dancing feet and 4 voices
with one aim; to make classical music Richard Herring’s interview podcast,
wickedly funny and fantastically known to the cool kids as RHLSTP (as
exhilarating for everyone. any regular listener will know), is usually
recorded in London’s glittering West End
Graffiti Classics burst the elitist at the Leicester Square Theatre, but now
boundaries of the traditional string it’s going on the road.
quartet with their hilarious all-singing,
all-dancing musical comedy show. It’s Join the “Podfather” (Guardian), “King of
a classical concert, a gypsy-folk romp, the Internet” (Time Out) and “The UK’s
an opera, a stand-up comedy set and a online comedy pioneer” (The Times) as
brilliant dance show all rolled into one! he chats with hilarious star guests at the
Playhouse. You can listen to all the 200+
From Beethoven to Bluegrass, Offenbach previous episodes on Acast and iTunes—
to Elvis, Strauss to Saturday Night Fever: but it’s much more fun to see it live and
kids and adults alike will be laughing, hear all the bits that are too libellous and
clapping and singing along with the controversial to podcast.
uplifting, virtuosic variety of musical
styles—all tied together with cheeky “Alternately very silly and oddly revealing”
audience interaction. The Guardian
“Highbrow music finds fusion with visual
comedy for those who choose to smile
their way through classical music”
The Stage
14+ only
Running Time: 80mins + interval Running Time: 60mins straight
Tickets: £12 / £10 concessions Tickets: £15
32 Box Office: 01603 598598The National Theatre presents Silent Uproar presents
CONNECTIONS THANK YOU FOR
MON 27 APR - FRI 1 MAY, SHOWS
DOING NOTHING
DAILY BETWEEN 2PM & 7:15PM SAT 2 MAY 8PM
SCHEDULE OF SHOWS AT THE PLAYHOUSE AND
GARAGE AVAILABLE FROM EARLY 2020 “The year is 2099 and everything is f*cking
The National Theatre Connections festival brilliant…
is a celebration of young people, theatre- If you’re a god damn winner.”
making and the importance of access to
the arts. Each year The National Theatre In the near future, so-called “global
commissions ten new plays for young warming” has apparently affected most of
people to perform, bringing together Britannia’s drinking water—if you want to
some of the most exciting writers with the believe the opinions of 99% of experts and
theatre-makers of tomorrow. With local their so-called “science”.
festivals taking place across the country,
Connections is an unforgettable feast of But fear not; our hero, and lobbyist for the
theatre made by and for young people. Big Water Corporation, Molly Pazgan is
here to tell you that everything is fine.
Connections is supported by: The Mohn Westlake
Foundation, The Buffi ni Chao Foundation, Andrew Lloyd
Webber Foundation, Delta Air Lines, Jacqueline and Richard This satirical musical is a hilarious night
Worswick, Mactaggart Third Fund, The EBM Charitable out like no other, exploring the climate
Trust, Samantha and Richard Campbell-Breeden, The Garvey
Family Trust, Susan Miller and Byron Grote, The Derrill Allatt emergency and the men that profit
Foundation, Hays Travel Foundation, Faithorn Farrell Timms from it. Contains strong language.
and supporters of the Connections Appeal.
The National Theatre's Partner for Learning is Bank of
America Merrill Lynch. ON SILENT UPROAR’S A SUPER HAPPY STORY:
“Puts a smile on your face and a tear in
your eye” The Stage
14+ recommended
13+ only
Running Time: 70mins straight
Running Time: 60mins max per play Tickets: £12 / £10 concessions /
Tickets: £2 £8.50 students
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 33Avalon Promotions Ltd presents Natalie Allison Productions presents
100% SIMON BRODKIN SPONTANEOUS POTTER
TUE 5 MAY 8PM WED 6 MAY 8PM
After three hugely successful BBC series Grab your wands, don your house robes,
as Lee Nelson, multiple sell-out tours and apparate yourselves to the box office!
and various court appearances following A very magical improv show awaits...
world-famous stunts on Theresa May,
Sepp Blatter, Donald Trump, Kanye West The smash hit Spontaneous Potter is an
and Britain’s Got Talent, the award- entirely improvised Harry Potter comedy
winning comedian unleashes his funniest play, based on an audience suggestion of a
creation yet… himself ! fanfiction title.
Fresh from a critically-acclaimed, sell-out Hilarity ensues as an entirely new Potter
run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe— adventure is magically improvised on the
one of The Guardian’s Top Shows At The spot—with live musical accompaniment!
Fringe; one of The Evening Standard’s
Best Comedy Shows At The Fringe— “Side-splitting laughter across the entirety
Simon brings his debut stand-up show to of the performance”
the Playhouse. Three Weeks
“A sublime piece of comedy” Note: Spontaneous Potter is an unofficial show that is not
endorsed by or affiliated with Warner Bros, JK Rowling or her
The List publishers. All rights to the Harry Potter books and associated
trademarks are the property of JK Rowling/her publishers. All
film/image rights associated with the film series are property
of Warner Bros.
16+ only 16+ only
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval Running Time: 90mins + interval
Tickets: £20 Tickets: £16 / £14 concessions
34 Box Office: 01603 598598THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA
FRI 8 MAY 1:30PM & 3:30PM, SAT 9 & SUN 10 MAY 11AM & 1:30PM
A musical play adapted and directed by DAVID WOOD. Based on the book by JUDITH KERR
Coming to the Playhouse again because we love it so much! Direct from the West End, the
Olivier Award nominated smash hit show is celebrating over 10 years on stage!
The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it
possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger!
Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-
a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime
mayhem... expect to be surprised!
“This Tiger is the cat’s meow” The Times
Running Time: 55mins straight 3+ recommended
Tickets: £12 / £9 groups 10+
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 35Impatient Productions presents Impatient Productions presents
MARK WATSON SOFIE HAGEN
HOW YOU CAN ALMOST WIN THE BUMSWING
TUE 12 & WED 13 MAY 8PM PLUS SUPPORT
THUR 14 & FRI 15 MAY 8PM
Last year Mark Watson—a man prone
to considerable anxiety, with multiple An evening of brilliant stand-up from
phobias and a history of piss-poor self- a fast-rising star; about the things you
esteem—was asked to go on Celebrity forget, the things you remember and the
Island with Bear Grylls. things you wish you could forget. But also,
there’s a bit about bums.
It really wasn’t for him at all because his
favourite things include safety, comfort, One of British comedy’s most exciting
food and not being scared and miserable. talents (although she’s Danish), winner
of the prestigious Edinburgh Best
But the experience changed the shambolic Newcomer Award, a cult podcaster, and
comedian for the better, and now he’s now the author of the hugely successful
written a sort of motivational talk about book Happy Fat, Sofie Hagen returns to
what it taught him. But still with jokes. the Playhouse with this brand new show
direct from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Mark’s returning to the Playhouse after
selling out this show in September 2019. “A show that takes in Danish queens,
Welsh sex breaks and a late gut-punch”
“Quite unlike anything else I’ve seen in The Guardian
almost 20 years of covering the Fringe...
witty, warm, perfectly judged”
The Telegraph
14+ only 14+ only
Running Time: 1hr straight Running Time: 80mins + interval
Tickets: £16 Tickets: £15
36 Box Office: 01603 598598Barry Collings presents Blue Jeans Management presents
THE SOUND OF TOM STADE
SPRINGSTEEN
YOU AIN’T SEEN
SAT 16 MAY 7:30PM NOTHING YET
PLUS SUPPORT
With overwhelming passion for the
MON 18 & MON 25 MAY 8PM
work of The Boss, this eight-piece tribute
ensemble bring their extensive live The kids have moved out and it’s the
performance and recording experience to dawn of a new era! Tom’s embracing
a show that rocks Bruce Springsteen like change with his usual spirit and vigour; he
no other—they’ve spent two years putting can draw lessons from the past but he’ll be
the ultimate tribute together for this tour. damned if he lives in it. What’s coming is
way better than what has gone!
Playing greatest hits and deep cuts—Born
In The USA, Glory Days, Streets Of Following his last smash-hit UK tour, the
Philadelphia—this is an intense night of Canadian comedy legend is back with a
music for every fan of Springsteen. brand-new show.
They’ve won over the hearts of music Thirty years on the comedy frontline and
lovers at venues across the country: now Tom remains as engaging and innovative
you can join them at the Playhouse, as as ever. Direct from this year’s Edinburgh
they recreate the spirit of the American Festival Fringe, catch one of the most
music legend in a truly electrifying show. prolific, original and engaging stand-ups
of our time.
“UNMISSABLE”
Edinburgh Evening News
16+ only
Running Time: 2hrs 10mins + interval Running Time: 85mins + interval
Tickets: £24.50 / £22.50 concessions Tickets: £18
Book Online: norwichplayhouse.co.uk 37PBJ Management Ltd presents Dark Unicorn Productions presents
ADAM BUXTON PAMELA’S PALACE
RAMBLES… THUR 21 & FRI 22 MAY 8PM
TUE 19 & WED 20 MAY 8PM Hair styling queens-to-be Pam, Tiffany
and Bronwyn are strutting their way
Join comedian and podcast host Adam
through fearless dance routines and
Buxton as he reads from his new book—
satirical songs—delivering cheeky,
including rambles on parenthood,
tear-jerking humour in beautifully
formative cultural influences of the 80s,
crafted layers, just like your favourite
confrontations on trains, wet dreams,
haircut. This hair-larious, female comedy
boarding school trauma, The Adam & Joe
trio encourage you to embrace self-
Show, dead dads and David Bowie.
empowerment, forget imperfections and
let your inner beauty queen out. It’s just
The evening will include both funny and
like a girls night out… but in.
serious moments and some questions will
be answered, maybe even some VERY big
With dazzling original music and jaw-
ones.
dropping dance routines, Pamela and her
girls bring you all the drama of a Mike
To be honest that’s unlikely, but it should
Leigh and the sparkle and humour of
be fun anyway.
Strictly Ballroom in a whirlwind of female
insecurities, shameless gossip and some
Sure to sell out very quickly!
over-bleached highlights. Contains some
On Adam Buxton:
nudity and swearing.
“Refreshingly affable and unashamedly
“An outstanding sitcom comic creation”
nerdy” The Telegraph
The Scotsman
Copies of Adam’s book will be on sale.
15+ only
16+ only
Running Time: 90mins straight
Running Time: 1hr 40mins + interval Tickets: £17 / £15 concessions /
Tickets: £18 £13.50 groups 10+
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