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SEP ~ DEC
2018
THEATR
E
01324 506 850 @FALKIRK ARTS @FALKIRKCULTURAL
MUSIC DANCE DRAMA COMEDY FAMILY +MORE!
WELCOME TO
THEATR
E
It is a really exciting time here at Riding Hood from the company
FTH Theatre, we have our fantastic who brought you Hairy Maclary and
new seats, refreshed foyer, upgraded Shark in the Park. Budding Einsteins
sound and lights plus a freshen up of will be blown away when Ministry
our backstage areas – it’s been a of Science Live explodes onto the
busy summer! stage (literally)!
To make the most of all these Falkirk Youth Theatre bring the
improvements, our new season is jam musical FAME to the stage in
packed full of incredible entertainment November so don your legwarmers
right here in your local venue. and relive some 80’s nostalgia.
Comedy fans are spoilt for choice Our year is rounded off in magical
with the hilarious Jason Manford, Iain style with our family pantomime
Stirling (fresh from Love Island) and Cinderella, with River City's Sally
the incredible Ray Bradshaw who Howitt and Falkirk's own singing
performs each show simultaneously sensation Barbara Bryceland. With
in English and British Sign Language. a fantastic cast, stunning costumes,
Our ever popular Murder Mystery sets and special effects this
nights are back themed with James Pantomime is not to be missed.
Bond and Pirates of the Caribbean. These are just some of the highlights
We can’t promise Daniel Craig or but I hope you can make some time
Johnny Depp but we do guarantee to sit with your feet
a great night out. up, have a look
Some powerhouse voices from music and book!
are recreated in our shows celebrating I look forward to
Amy Winehouse, Queen, Barbara welcoming you to
Streisand and Kate Bush, with other the new look FTH
live music acts including folk group Theatre – your
Rant and the legendary Charlie local venue.
Landsborough.
Hazel Beattie
Little ones will love the singalong Arts Development Officer Performing Arts
show Dinosaur Safari from family and Venue Programmer
favourites Funbox and Little Red hazel.beattie@falkirkcommunitytrust.org
SYMBOLS TO HELP GUIDE YOU THROUGH THE CATERGORIES IN OUR FTH BROCHURE
MUSIC DANCE DRAMA COMEDY FAMILY WORKSHOP HIRES XMAS
INSIDEOUT THEATRE PRODUCTIONS LTD PROUDLY PRESENT SAT 1 SEP
GIRLS’ NIGHT OOT!
Head to FTH Theatre and join the Alison Rona Cleland (Legally Blonde).
girls on a hen night that you won’t
forget with a smash hit retro “It’s a wee bit naughty but a
soundtrack… Songs from 60’s,70’s, great night out for the gals.”
80’s, 90’s and now! BEVERLEY LYONS
To prepare for a marriage all a girl
needs are her friends and a guid old “good music and excellent
hen night! vocal performances.”
BROADWAY WORLD
Banterous, Balshy and Bootyliciously
good fun. Songs include Hot Stuff,
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, I’m Every
Woman and many more!
Starring Donna Hazelton (Chicago), Ages 18+
Natalie Tulloch (The Steamie),
Lauren Ellis-Steele (Wicked) and 7.30pm l £15/£13 Groups of 10+
3
3
SUN 2 SEP GLASGOW
PHILHARMONIA
MOVIES TO
MUSICALS
After their Sell-Out show at the Glasgow
Royal Concert Hall in February 2018,
Glasgow Philharmonia bring their
Movies to Musicals Show to the FTH
Theatre.
With Live Orchestra, Guest Artists, Kids
Cast and many more surprises, you will
not want to miss this all singing, all
dancing event!
Special Guests include: Tom Urie,
Sabrina Carter, Chris Scougal, Pamela
Byrne + Kids Cast
7pm l £18 / £10 child / £16 balcony
MURDER MYSTERY THU 6 SEP
JAMES BOND AND
THE FUTURISTIC
KILLER
Legendary agent James Bond is on the
hunt for a killer. Someone has jumped Q.
M is nowhere to be seen and everyone
else’s name is actually a number! But
it’s not as simple as finding out if the
murder was committed by 002 or 009…
Bond himself is a suspect.
Watch events unfold then have your
chance to interrogate each subject in
turn. Bring a team or come on your own!
SPECIAL OFFER
Fun, funny, mysterious and a good night
Book for this
for all! Can you catch the killer? and our Pirates
themed Murder
Studio l 8pm l £12 Mystery in Nov
for £20 (See page 29)
4
FRI 7 SEP MACFLOYD
EVERYTHING
UNDER THE SUN
MacFloyd return to FTH Theatre with
their new show for 2018, Everything
Under The Sun.
The show will span 45 years of the
timeless music of Pink Floyd including
favourites from The Dark Side Of The
Moon, Wish You Were Here, The Wall
and many more. In a show lasting over
two hours you will see an impressive
light and laser display alongside
stunning visual effects.
7.30pm l £16
THE KILKENNYS TUE 11 SEP
A traditional Irish folk and ballad band,
The Kilkennys are noted for their dynamic
arrangements, energetic performances
and charismatic rapport with audiences
across the globe. Picking up the mantle
left by acts such as The Dubliners and
The Clancy Brothers, the 4 piece group
continue to conquer tour circuits in
Europe and the U.S.
In the past years, The Kilkennys have
shared the stage with renowned
Irish artists such as Shane McGowan,
Sharron Shannon and Finbar Furey
and recently added Ireland’s Most
Successful International Folk Band to
their impressive list of accolades.
“The Kilkennys are a great
band upholding the Irish
Folk/Ballad tradition with a
contemporary style. ”
7.30pm l £18.50 BARRY STAPLETON, MILWAUKEE IRISH FEST
5
PHIL MCINTYRE ENTERTAINMENTS, BY ARRANGEMENT
THU 13 SEP WITH LISA THOMAS MANAGEMENT PROUDLY PRESENTS
LAST FEW SEATS REMAINING!
JASON MANFORD
MUDDLE CLASS
He’s back! It’s been a busy few years
for Jason since his last smash-hit stand
up show but fans of his Absolute Radio
show will know this nationally acclaimed
comedian hasn’t changed a bit.
Muddle Class promises to feature a
wealth of new material about Jason
growing up ‘working class’ then finding,
over the years, that part of him has
become ‘middle class’ – causing much
“He’s blessed with the confusion! Delivered with Jason’s
sort of laid-back charm amiable charm and captivating wit, this
and sharp turn of phrase is a show not to be missed. Make sure to
get your tickets for FTH Theatre soon.
you can’t manufacture”
HHHH DAILY TELEGRAPH 7.30pm l £27.50
CLASSIC MUSIC LIVE! FRI 14 SEP
KABANTU WORLD
MUSIC QUINTET
Della Stevens - Percussion, vocals
Katie Foster - Violin, vocals
Abel Selaocoe – Cello, vocals
Ali McMath – Double Bass, Banjo, vocals
Ben Sayah – Guitar, vocals
Kabantu. Winners of the Royal and
Over-seas League Competition 2017.
They have performed across the U.K.
including the BBC Proms at the Royal
Albert Hall and Celtic Connections.
7.30pm l £14 / £12 / £3 Student
6
SAT 15 SEP
“Mandy started singing
and I thought, Wow,
that’s amazing!”
PADDY McGUINNESS, BBCTV
CLOUDBUSTING
40 YEARS OF KATE
There can only be one Kate Bush! against eye-popping visuals and
But those who missed out on her projections, no Kate Bush fan will be
live shows will love Cloudbusting, left disappointed.
the UK’s longest running and most
applauded tribute. Whether you sit ‘If you missed Kate,
back and absorb the full audio/visual Cloudbusting are the next
experience or get up and dance best thing’
along to your favourite Kate song, SIMON MAYO, BBC RADIO 2
this show is for you.
With songs like Wuthering Heights,
The Saxophone Song and The Man
with the Child in his Eyes staged 7.30pm l £16
7
SUN 16 SEP
“This is dignified,
deep and profound
music.”
FROOTS
RANT
The release of the much anticipated player. Using just their fiddles,
second album Reverie last year, they weave a tapestry of melodies,
firmly established the quartet as a textures, layers and sounds. Known
huge musical force and a strong, raw, for their work as soloists and with
yet vibrant sound on the British folk various bands, this is a celebration
scene. RANT is the meeting of 4 of of the instrument they all have a
Scotland’s finest fiddle players, two passion for.
from the Shetland Islands and two
from the Highlands. “Sheer class”
Bethany Reid, Jenna Reid, Lauren
HHHHH THE HERALD,
CELTIC CONNECTIONS 2016 REVIEW
MacColl and recent recruit Anna
Massie join forces to create a sound
which is both rich and lush, yet
retaining all the bite and spark
synonymous with a Scottish fiddle 8pm l £13
8
WED 19 SEP
IAIN STIRLING
U OK HUN? x
Due to phenomenal demand the the road to perform his acclaimed
Bafta-winning stand-up and voice smash hit show one last time.
of Love Island is back on UK stages Join the star of comedy (The i) as he
this autumn, as his sell-out tour is explores dinner party etiquette and
extended for the third and final time. the pressures on a generation brought
This is your last chance to catch Iain up in a world of instant gratification.
Stirling’s brilliant observations of How has modern living affected our
modern millennial life in U OK HUN? x. ability to find long term happiness?
Back on TV this summer reprising Can social media ever reflect real
his role as the voiceover man “Love life? And why is the floor lava?
Island fans go wild for” (DAILY MAIL),
the in-demand comedian will be back 8pm l £16.50
doing what he does best, as he hits
9
FRI 21 & SAT 22 SEP
FALKIRK
OPERATIC SOCIETY
HEIRS & GRACES
This original revue tells the story of one Greatest Showman and a story
man's luck, another man's misfortune. written by Amy Sutherland – this
With a story that includes a case of certainly isn't a show to be missed!
mistaken identity, a bit of breaking the
Further information available at:
law and some of love thrown in for good
www.falkirkoperatic.com/tickets
measure – but how will it all turn out in
by telephone 01324 637791, by email:
the end? ... Only one way to find out...
mailto:info@falkirkoperatic.com
Featuring toe-tapping tunes from
musicals such as Bugsy Malone, Fri 7.30pm / Sat 2pm & 7.30pm
Wicked, Into the Woods and The l £12
10BROKE LAD PRESENTS SUN 23 SEP
“Stunningly vivid” “Tremendous” “A joy”
HHHH HHHH HHHH
THE SCOTSMAN DAILY RECORD THE LIST
McLUCKIE'S LINE
BY MARTIN TRAVERS AND MARTIN DOCHERTY
LIFE’S A GAMBLE! Rab C Nesbit, Dear Green Place, River
McLuckie’s Line is a raw, hard hitting City, Gary: Tank Commander, Father
and at times hilarious monologue Brown and Cloud Atlas with Tom Hanks.
that delves into the wounded soul of Marty Goes To Hollywood, a documentary
Lawrence McLuckie, an unemployed featuring Martin as himself also won a
actor and compulsive gambler waiting New Talent Bafta in 2015.
nervously in a claustrophobic corridor
EXTRA: Join us for a post show
of a Glasgow hospital expecting a
discussion with actor Martin Docherty
phone call from his theatrical agent
about the themes in the play and
in London. An offer of work that will
what is to be a working Scottish actor.
change his life forever – what could
go wrong? Place your bets! Ages 16+
Starring Martin Docherty who has Studio l 7.30pm l £9 / £6
previously appeared in Still Game,
11THU 27 SEP STUART MITCHELL: GORDON RAMSAY'S KARMA CAFÉ A truly astonishing and hilarious became the arch nemesis of a young confessional story where the worlds man who was cooking up his own of haute cuisine and high finance recipe for disaster! Join us at FTH collide, bringing about a lucid Theatre for this hilarious comedy treat. moment in the life of someone who was lost and now is found. The law HHHHH of unintended consequences means ‘A work of genius’ DAILY RECORD that the worst moments of our lives are often great lessons in disguise and, in this instance, Gordon Ramsay Studio 8pm l £10 / £8 student 12
FRI 28 SEP
‘Absolutely
incredible’
ASHLEY (BRISTOL)
SUPPORT ACT:
LAUREN HOPE
THE AMY WINEHOUSE
EXPERIENCE...
AKA LIONESS
Get your tickets now for this roller coaster of her song writing,
authentic tribute featuring TV’s Stars guaranteed to have you singing and
in Their Eyes finalist Emma Wright dancing along.
as Amy Winehouse plus a full seven Lioness provide, without doubt, the
piece backing band to recreate the most authentic recreation of Amy,
authentic sound of this heady mix designed to entertain and deliver the
of jazz, soul and pop. With a full experience of Amy at her very best!
stage show showcasing the talent
of this songstress they will take you
on a journey through the emotional Support 7.30pm l £18
13SAT 29 SEP
“A singer of
unmistakable
talent”
THE SCOTSMAN
EVERGREEN A TRIBUTE
TO BARBRA STREISAND
FTH Theatre is excited to welcome journey through Barbra’s celebrated
Evergreen to Falkirk this September! career, producing a heartfelt tribute
The legendary Barbra Streisand is to the finest female vocalist of all
the highest-selling female recording time.
artist in history and in this brand new
show Alyson Orr presents a tribute “Alyson Orr’s singing is
to Barbra featuring her best loved impeccable”
songs, Evergreen, Don’t Rain On My THE LIST
Parade, Woman In Love, The Way We
Were and many more. www.alysonorr.com
Alyson, with her band of top-class
musicians, will take you on a musical Studio l 7.30pm l £15 / £13
14SUN 30 SEP
FUNBOX PRESENT
DINOSAUR SAFARI
Get ready for some Stone Age Packed with singalong favourites like
singalong silliness as Anya, Kevin, Gary The Bear Came Over The Mountain
and Bonzo (formerly of The Singing and Five Cavemen Went Out To
Kettle) go on their most roarsome Play as well as brand new songs,
adventure yet - DINOSAUR SAFARI. DINOSAUR SAFARI is the gigantic
The FUNBOX gang are in a prehistoric treat for all the family. You might even
pickle trying to find their keys and get to help on stage. Come dressed
discover different Dino-pals. Along as an explorer, dinosaur or a cave
the way they meet friends old and person – and get ready to roar and
new including those fuzzy funsters stomp with FUNBOX at FTH Theatre!
Fluffy and Flossie,and their cheeky
chum Bonzo is finding his inner cave 1pm & 3.30pm l £14 / £50 family
dog and hunting the ultimate bone. £2 babes in arms / £11 groups 10
15THU 4 OCT
MINISTRY OF SCIENCE
LIVE WARNING! WARNING! 100% Educational.
200% Entertaining. 300% Explosive. 400% Fun.
Please keep your head firmly on your super talented presenters and the
shoulders, and your arms, legs and voiceover from above (X Factor’s
feet inside the ride at all times! This Peter Dickson) as they take you on
is not your ordinary science show – a journey using brilliantly designed
it comes with a bang. It comes with demonstrations with a few loud
a whoosh. But most of all is comes bangs to lead the way.
with a hovercraft built on stage...
This amazing production takes
an anarchic approach to science
communication and looks at the
inventors and engineers who have 1pm schools & 6.30pm public
shaped and inspired the modern l £15 adult / £12 child /
world that we live in. Join the schools £11
16SAT 6 OCT
THE SPIRIT OF
BAD COMPANY & FREE
Join us at FTH Theatre this October Hotel California Scotland such a
for an outstanding concert that popular crowd pleaser in the theatres
promises to be a fantastic night to across Scotland, Free Again are set to
remember for all Free and Bad do it all again with a brand new, never
Company fans, young and old, new been attempted show.
or long-standing. Expect a set that serves up all the
The line-up, made up predominantly classic tracks including Feel Like
from the touring band Hotel California Makin’ Love, Wishing Well, All Right
Scotland, sympathetically and faithfully Now and Can’t Get Enough.
recreates the authentic sound and
feel of the ultimate Paul Rodgers back
catalogue. With the same exacting
8pm l £16.50
attention to detail that has made
17SUN 7 OCT THE BOHEMIANS LIVE QUEEN GREATEST HITS Internationally renowned Queen Whether it’s Killer Queen, Crazy Tribute band The Bohemians head to Little Thing Called Love or The Show Falkirk to take you on a high energy Must Go On, Bohemian Rhapsody roller coaster ride of a concert, or Will Rock You/We Are the featuring the back catalogue of Champions, you will be on your feet, one of the world’s most popular and singing, dancing and clapping along iconic rock acts of all time. So many in a truly memorable live fabulous hits to be covered but re-enactment of the world’s greatest they’re all here, from the early piano rock band. and harmony heavy masterpieces, to the later, catchy pop of the eighties and rock anthems of the early nineties. 7.30pm l £20 18
THU 11 OCT
“A big, bold, belter…
riotously funny”
HHHHH
THE HERALD
SCOTT GIBSON
ANYWHERE BUT HERE
Award-winning comic Scott Gibson insurance and the Greek third-choice
was just 16 when he first tasted goalie.
freedom and set off on a voyage of Edinburgh Comedy Award for
self-discovery. His destination? Kavos, Best Newcomer 2016.
of course. Where else?
Delivered in his breathlessly
inimitable style, Gibson takes you SPECIAL OFFER
on an epic odyssey that charts the Book for this and
choppy waters of youth. Get your Ray Bradshaw for
ticket for a blisteringly funny hour £18.50 (See page 28)
on the escapism and hedonism that
travel promises, this is a story about
friendship, love, pool parties, travel 8pm l £12 / £10 students
19FRI 12 OCT CLASSIC
MUSIC LIVE!
Programme includes works by
Debussy, Brahms, Janavek and Cesar
Franckal and Fugue
Jean-Sélim Abelmoula – Piano.
Born in Switzerland in 1991, Jean-Sélim
studied with Christian Favre at the
Lausanne Conservatoire, and with
Ronan O’Hora and Julian Anderson at
the Guildhall School of Music & Drama.
He has performed widely in Europe
appearing at the Wigmore hall, the
Palau de la Musica (Barcelona) and
many other venues.
In 2016 he made his debut at
Carnegie’s Weill Recital Hall.
7.30pm l £14 / £12 Conc / £3 Student
STARS OF IRISH SAT 13 OCT
COUNTRY
Following a sell out tour last year to
nightly standing ovations, join 4 of
Irelands favourite Country Music Stars
all on one super show. Featuring the
popular Louise Morrisey, Stephen
Smyth, Anthony McBrien and Curtis
Magee who between them have
scored countless accolades, notched
up over 30 No 1 songs and have
toured all over the world to packed
houses. Each of the 4 stars will
showcase all their trademark hit
songs in the company of the fantastic
band Keltic Storm! This show is sure
to be a sell out in Falkirk, so early
booking is advisable.
7.30pm l £21.50
20NONSENSEROOM PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
SUN 14 OCT
LITTLE RED
RIDING HOOD
From the creative team behind the
hugely popular Hairy Maclary Show,
Little Red Riding Hood is a fun, original
musical for children, with live music and
loveable characters. Join Scarlet and her
side-kick Stanley the Squirrel as they try
to outwit Walter the Wolf and discover
that it’s not just the enchanted forest
that has magical powers... A forest full
of family fun, this show is a joyous new
version of the classic fairy tale.
‘At its heart, it’s a clever, funny,
well-written musical...’
HHHH THE SCOTSMAN
2.30pm l £7 adult / £5.50 child
/ family (max 2 adults) £22
NONSENSEROOM PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
SUN 14 OCT
AE FOND KISS
‘Should auld acquaintance be forgot...’
Nonsense Room Productions bring
the story of Robert Burns to the stage
with a talented cast of actor-musicians.
Rabbie is your guide with quirky
commentary, amusing and poignant
interactions with key characters along
the way, and renditions of several
famous poems and songs including
Ae Fond Kiss, Red Red Rose, Auld
Lang Syne and many more. The show
is a great way to get to know more
about the life and loves of Scotland’s
Bard either as a refresher to his work
or as a newcomer to his genius.
7.30pm l £12 / £10
21PROJECT THEATRE PRESENTS
TUE 23 & WED 24 OCT
DISNEY’S LITTLE
MERMAID JR
Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. takes
place in a magical kingdom beneath
the sea, where a beautiful young
mermaid named Ariel longs to leave
her ocean home to live in the world
above. But first, she’ll have to defy
her father, the king of the sea, escape
the clutches of an evil sea witch and
convince a prince that she’s the girl
with the perfect voice. This classic
Disney title contains great songs
from the Academy Award® winning
animated feature film including
Under the Sea, Kiss the Girl, and
She’s in Love.
7pm l £8 / £5 (Conc) & Group
discount 11th free when 10 booked
THE DOLLS THU 25 OCT
DRAGGED UP
LAST FEW TICKETS REMAINING!
THEY’RE BACK! The tan has barely
faded from Agnes and Sadie’s thick
skin and they’re in trouble again, and
left lip-synching for their lives.
Mistaken identities and secret
disguises abound in this highly
anticipated sequel. Will the gallus gals
be able to keep up with who’s who?
Will long brewing family resentments
be resolved? Will The Dolls solve the
mystery of the missing dug and most
importantly, will their dormant 1980’s
disco dancing skills save them from
The McKray twins, Scotland’s fruitiest,
nuttiest gangsters?
7.30pm l £25 l Ages 16+
22TUE 30 OCT - SAT 3 NOV
FALKIRK BOHEMIANS
CRAZY FOR YOU
A zany rich-boy-meets-hometown- Memorable Gershwin tunes from the
girl romantic comedy. Crazy For You score include I Got Rhythm, Naughty
tells the story of young New York Baby, They Can’t Take That Away
banker Bobby Child, who is sent from Me, Embraceable You, But Not
to Deadrock, Nevada, to foreclose for Me, Nice Work If You Can Get It,
on a rundown theatre. In Deadrock, and Someone to Watch Over Me.
Bobby falls for spunky Polly Baker,
the theatre owner’s daughter. But
Polly takes an instant dislike to the
city slicker, so Bobby vows – through
cunning, razzmatazz, and a hilarious
case of mistaken identity – to win 7.30pm (Sat 2.30pm)
Polly’s heart and save the theatre. l £14 / £12 Conc (Excluding Fri and
Sat Evenings) / £10 Back Balcony
23SUN 4 NOV DAVID HULL PROMOTIONS PRESENTS
“If you like warmth,
honesty and credibility
in a show you will love
Charlie Landsborough”
GERRY KELLY (BBC RADIO ULSTER)
CHARLIE
LANDSBOROUGH
IN CONCERT
Join us for a memorable evening of Winner of ‘Best Songwriter’, ‘Best Song’,
beautiful ballads, folk, blues, country, ‘Best Male Vocalist’ & ‘International
rock ‘n’ roll, pop, gospel and anthems Country Album’ Charlie’s talent and
with the immensely talented Charlie chart-topping records received the
Landsborough. ultimate recognition in 2011 when he
was inducted into the British Country
Charlie is generally recognised and
Music Hall of Fame – a wonderful
categorised as a country singer,
achievement for any artist.
however, as his fans will tell you,
country music is only one part of
7.30pm l £23.50
his live shows and music catalogue.
24THU 8 NOV
BYE BYE BABY
Bye Bye Baby is a jaw-dropping Off You, Beggin’, Working My Way
tribute to the musical phenomenon Back To You, and many more!
Jersey Boys and the timeless, iconic Get your tickets now and join us at
music of Frankie Valli & The Four FTH Theatre for what promises to be
Seasons. an absolutely sensational evening.
Incredible four part harmonies,
roof raising falsetto complete with
“Man you brothers got soul”
energetic and stylish choreography –
BROADWAY BABY
all backed by their excellent 4-piece
band – ensures that Bye Bye Baby
is a show that will make it a night
remember!
Includes Valli’s greatest hits including
Sherry, December ’63 (Oh What A
Night), Grease, Can’t Take My Eyes 7.30pm l £21/£19
25FRI 9 NOV CLASSIC
MUSIC LIVE!
PURE BRASS
QUINTET
Well known, experienced orchestral
players based in Scotland perform
music by Giles Farnby, Chris Gaugh,
James McMillan, JS Bach, Barber,
Maxwell Geddes, Mascagni and more.
7.30pm l £14 / £12 / £3 Students
THE KING IS BACK TUE 13 NOV
BEN PORTSMOUTH
IS ELVIS
Ben Portsmouth - The World’s Number
One Elvis Tribute Artist.
A multi-talented Musician, singer and
songwriter. He looks like Elvis, sings like
Elvis and has an on-stage charisma that
has audiences believing at times they
are watching the King himself.
Internationally renowned as one, if
not The Best Elvis Tribute in the world
today, Ben Portsmouth will bring his
unique style and charisma and will
show audiences why he is regarded as
the best in the business.
7.30pm l £30 / £27.50 conc
26FRI 16 - SUN 18 NOV
PRESENT
Credits Sheet
Under the terms and conditions of your organisation’s Performance Agreement the following credits
must appear on all posters, leaflets, programmes and foyer displays relating to the production. They
must also appear on all online advertising relating to the production.
FAME
THE MUSICAL
Conceived and Developed by David De Silva
Book by Lyrics by Music by
Jose Fernandez Jacques Levy Steve Margoshes
Title Song " FAME " written by Dean Pitchford and Michael Gore
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with
Music Theatre International (Europe)
All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europe
www.mtishows.co.uk
The names of the Composer, Lyricist, Bookwriter and original Authors shall be equal in size,
FAME THE MUSICAL
type, colouring, boldness and prominence.
The following credit should appear on the title page in all programmes:
Originally produced at the Coconut Grove Playhouse,
Arnold Mittleman,Producing Artistic Director
An unmistakable title from the struggles, fears, and triumphs – from
unforgettable film and television prejudice to substance abuse are
franchise, Fame The Musical inspired depicted with razor-sharp focus as
generations to fight for fame and light the young artists navigate the worlds
up the sky like a flame! Conceived of music, drama, and dance.
and developed by David De Silva
Fame is an international sensation
– now known affectionately to the
that continues to reach new
planet as “Father Fame,” 12 –this high-
14 Mortimer
generations of performers and
Street, London, W1T 3JJ, United Kingdom
octane musical features the Academy
+44 (0)20 7580 2827 | www.mtishows.co.uk
audience members.
Award-winning title song and a host
of other catchy pop numbers.
The show follows the final class of
New York City’s celebrated High
School for the Performing Arts Fri & Sat 7.30pm
from their admission in 1980 to Sat & Sun 2pm
their graduation in 1984. All of the l £9 / £7 /£6 Groups
2727SUN 18 NOV
SPECIAL OFFER
Book for this and
Scott Gibson for
£18.50 (See page 19)
“Captivating, funny
and sharply executed”
HHHHH
BROADWAY BABY
RAY BRADSHAW
DEF COMEDY FAM
1 in 6 people suffer from hearing loss. “Has a clear comedy gift”
2 of those people are Ray’s parents. HHHHH
Full of hilarious, eye-opening tales EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS
about growing up with deaf parents,
Deaf Comedy Fam is a first for “[Ray] takes stand-up comedy
comedy as each show is performed into a new realm”
by Ray simultaneously in both spoken
English and British Sign Language.
HHHHHH
SHORT COM
Two-time Scottish Comedian of the
Year finalist. Adelaide Fringe Weekly
Innovation Award 2018. Studio l 8pm l £12 / £10 Students
28WED 21 NOV BARBARA
BRYCELAND’S
CHRISTMAS
SPECIAL
It is never too early for a bit of Christmas
sparkle and who better to provide it
than Falkirk’s very own singing
sensation – Barbara Bryceland – star
of TV’s X Factor, The Voice and now
starring in FTH Theatre’s pantomime
Cinderella as The Fairy Godmother.
Joined by special guest performers in
this Christmas Cracker of a show! Music
from show tunes, diva anthems and
Christmas classics... something for
everyone all brought to you by a voice
and personality like no other.
7.30pm l £16/£14
MURDER MYSTERY THU 22 NOV
THE OTHER PIRATES SPECIAL OFFER
Book for this and
FROM THE CARIBBEAN our James Bond
themed murder
in Sep for £20
Yaaaaar there be murder afoot on the (See page 4)
high seas! Captain Sparrow might be
nowhere to be seen, but the capable
hands of Captain Magpie be in charge of
the Black Diamond... however, one of the
crew has turned up far less alive than
they previously was and it be up to you
to find out who done it, saavy? Be wary,
and be wise and most of all beware, for
there be no honour ‘mongst pirates!
Watch events unfold then have your
chance to interrogate each subject in
turn. Bring a team or come on your own!
Studio 8pm l £12
29FRI 23 NOV
FORBIDDEN NIGHTS
Spend an evening with Forbidden boys have not only mastered the art
Nights and you will be caught up in of strip tease, but do it in a way that
a spectacle of desire, passion and has never been done before.
excitement and feel the adrenaline Yes Ladies - Circus Just Got Sexy®
coarse through your body as
acrobats, fire acts, aerial artists and Last remaining tickets
world-renowned circus performers on sale now!
flip and spin across the stage leaving
you begging for more.
Abandon your inhibitions at the door;
this high-octane show is packed full
of excitement, surprise and even a few Ages 18+
uniforms thrown in for good measure.
7.30pm l £22
Forbidden Nights will really get your
Balcony £20 / Back Balcony £16
pulse racing because these talented
30‘Hilarious… delightfully SAT 24 NOV
fizzy tone and sharp
observational jokes…
Brilliant!’
DAILY RECORD
CRAIG HILL
C’MON THE LADS!
This show is soooooo not about ‘Flat-out hilarious... I’ve not
fit-baws! Jockstrap yourself in for a heard a room laugh so long
“balls-out” funny night of no-holds- and hard… There isn’t anyone
barred comedy – It’s all gonna kick better at working a crowd…
off! Hot on the heels of his latest
the audience was in absolute
sell-out tour, our very favourite
Kilted Comedian shoots back to FTH paroxysms of laughter…
Theatre and scores with a night full Genuinely funny.’
of fun! Book early! HHHHH MIRROR
www.mrcraighill.com | FB: Kiltedcomedian Ages 16+
Twitter: @mrcraighill #Cmonthelads 7.30pm l £14.50/£12
31THU 6 - MON 24 DEC You Shall Go to the Ball…
FALKIRK COMMUNITY TRUST & IMAGINE THEATRE PRESENT
CINDERELLA
Grab your invitations and join us and we promise a show packed
for Cinderella, the most magical full of hilarious slapstick comedy,
pantomime of them all at FTH spectacular scenery, breath-taking
Theatre this festive season. costumes, stunning special effects
and fabulous song and dance
The show will star River City’s
routines.
SALLY HOWITT as the dastardly
Wicked Stepmother with singing Will the Ugly Sisters succeed in
sensation BARBARA BRYCELAND ruining Cinderella’s dreams of
as the Fairy Godmother. happiness or will her Fairy Godmother
and loyal friend Buttons be able to
This year FTH Theatre has teamed
thwart their wicked plans? Come and
up with Imagine Theatre, one of the
join us at the ball and find out!
country’s top pantomime producers,
32River City’s
Sally Howitt
as The Wicked Stepmother
Falkirk’s own
Barbara Bryceland
as The Fairy Godmother
l Thu 6 Dec 7.30pm (PREVIEW)
l Fri 7 Dec 7.30pm
l Sat 8 Dec 2.30pm 7.30pm
l Sun 9 Dec 1pm 5pm
l Thu 13 Dec 10.30am (SOLD OUT) 7.30pm
l Fri 14 Dec 10.30am (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) 7.30pm
l Sat 15 Dec 2.30pm 7.30pm
l Sun 16 Dec 1pm 5pm
l Wed 19 Dec 10.30am (RELAXED*) 7.30pm (BSL)
l Thu 20 Dec 10.30am (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) 7.30pm
l Fri 21 Dec 2.30pm 7.30pm
l Sat 22 Dec 2.30pm 7.30pm
l Sun 23 Dec 1pm 5pm
l Mon 24 Dec 11am 3pm
l £19 / £16 General Tickets
H RELAXED l £65 Family (max 2 adults)
PERFORMANCE
l £14.50 Back Balcony
This performance allows l £15 Groups
children, young people l £10 Preview
or any patrons with l £9.60 Schools & Relaxed Performance
disabilities, additional
l £2 Babes-in-Arms for 2 years & under
support needs and those
(sharing seat with parent/carer)
on the autistic spectrum
as well as their parents,
BSL PERFORMANCE
teachers or guardians to
This performances will be described
enjoy the magic of live
using British Sigh Language for deaf
theatre.
or hard of hearing patrons.
33TAKE PART
BALLROOM AFTERNOON
DANCES DANCES
Strictly is back on our screens so All are welcome at these afternoon
if you fancy yourself as the next dances where you can get up
Anton or Katya then come along to and waltz away your Wednesday
our monthly ballroom dances in our afternoon, or simply enjoy the live
fabulous Main Hall with live music and vocals and music of John Findlay.
vocals provided by John Findlay. All Teas, coffees and refreshments will be
are welcome to come along, take to on sale for a lovely afternoon outing.
the floor and dance the night away!
8-11pm l £6.50 2-4pm l £4.20
l Sat 8 Sep l Wed 26 Sep
l Sun 21 Oct l Wed 31 Oct
l Sun 25 Nov l Wed 21 Nov
l Wed 12 Dec
34TAKE PART
SEW SIMPLE
If you have ever wanted to learn how l BEGINNERS 10am-1pm
to make your own clothing and home Make a Christmas cushion and
furnishings then this is what you have bunting (Techniques- appliqué,
been waiting for! Book yourself onto binding)
this fun 4 week course where London
College of Fashion graduate – Dawn
l IMPROVERS 2pm-5pm
Wright- will teach you new skills each
Christmas stocking and toy sack
week in these fun, friendly and very
(Techniques - appliqué, wadding,
fashionable classes!
inserting a lining)
We provide the venue, tuition and
sewing machines and will email you
details of the materials you will be
required to supply. l4 week course £60
l Sun 21, Sun 28 Oct &
l Sun 4, Sun 11 Nov
35YOUTH THEATRE
Falkirk Community Trust strives to support community
aspirations, deliver inspiring services and ensure that the
experiences we offer provide equality of opportunity and access
for all. We currently run two Youth Theatres which are open to
all young people interested in developing their creativity in a fun,
safe and supportive environment with no membership auditions.
action
FYT is a year round activity led by a The focus of this group is to develop
team of professional tutors in acting, drama and theatre skills at the same
vocals and dance. time as encouraging creativity and
The focus of the group is musical confidence building.
theatre with a main stage performance Re:Action also looks at a variety of
each year in FTH Theatre. The group theatrical styles but does not involve
also looks at contemporary theatre singing or dancing.
practice including new writing, To find out details of the current term
devising and improvisation skills and spaces available with Re:Action
development. please contact hazel.beattie@
There is currently a waiting list for places falkirkcommunitytrust.org
and a child can be added from age 6.
Please send their name, address, date
of birth and contact telephone number
to: fyt@falkirkcommunitytrust.org
36COMING SOON ON SALE NOW
ROBERT C KELLY & THEATRE MOGUL PRESENT
TUE 26 & WED 27 FEB
MENOPAUSE
THE MUSICAL
Starring Cheryl Fergison (EastEnders),
Maureen Nolan (The Nolans), Rebecca
Wheatley (Casualty) and Katherine Lynch
(RTÉ’s Wagons Den) this hysterical all-
singing, all-dancing comedy is set in a
department store, where four women
with seemingly nothing in common, meet
by chance and make fun of their woeful
lives experiencing ‘The Change’ and their
problems with forgetfulness, mood swings,
wrinkles, night sweats & chocolate binges.
7.30pm l £30
l Age advisory +16
SAT 16 FEB CIRQUE
ENCHANTMENT
This concert style Cirque production
features stunning choreography,
breathtaking vocal and mesmerising
circus performers. With an eclectic
musical soundtrack including pop, rock
and classical. Cirque Enchantment is a
stunning family show that will delight
everyone from young to old and all
ages in between.
Why go to Las Vegas to see to this style
of show when Las Vegas can come to
you in this stunning production.
7.30pm l £22 Adults / £70 Family
/ £16 Child (U16)
37BOOKING
THEATR
E
IN PERSON
Falkirk Stadium, 1st Floor
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
FTH Saturdays only 9.45am - 3pm
PHONE (01324) 506850
Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9.45am - 3pm
ONLINE
www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org
Join our mailing list to be the first to receive
FIND US
THEATR
updates and offers, send your name and/or
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address to:
bookings@falkirkcommunitytrust.org FTH Theatre, West Bridge Street,
Falkirk FK1 5RS
GIFT VOUCHERS
Give the gift of music, theatre, dance or film BY CAR
with our FCT gift vouchers available in any FROM THE WEST: M80, then M876 (sign posted
value. Purchases can be made from FTH, Kincardine / Falkirk / Grangemouth). At
Hippodrome, Callendar House and other Trust junction 1 exit to A883 and follow signs for
activity, full list available on our website. Camelon / Falkirk. At Rosebank roundabout take
2nd exit to Town Centre (Camelon Road A803).
BOOKING FEES
There is a £1 booking fee per transaction if you FROM THE EAST: M9, exit at junction 5 to A904
would like tickets posted to you. Falkirk/Grangemouth. At the roundabout exit
onto A9, and stay on A9 through 9 further
RESERVATIONS roundabouts. At the Rosebank Roundabout
Must be paid for and uplifted within 7 days.
take the 1st exit to Town Centre (Camelon
ONLINE TICKET SALES Road A803).
Are subject to booking fees levied by the
Parking available including 5 disabled
secure third party contracted to administer
parking spaces.
these sales on behalf of FCT.
TRAIN
CONCESSIONS Grahamston Station 5 mins,
Concession tickets are available to children under
Falkirk High Station 15 mins.
16 years, students, FCT GO Card Holders and
over 60’s. Proof of concession eligibility must be BUS
shown at time of purchase. For more information Call Traveline 0871 200 2233 for up to date
on the benefits of the FCT GO Card visit: information.
www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org/fitness/go-card
ACCESS
REFUNDS Wheelchair Accessible toilets on both levels.
Tickets will not be exchanged or money Our wheelchair viewing area is at the front row
refunded after purchase except in the event of of the seating bank. Please advise at the time
cancellation by Falkirk Community Trust. of booking if you require a wheelchair space.
YOUR DATA Guide Dogs Welcome
Under the Data Protection Act we are FTH is a family friendly venue with baby
required by law to obtain your consent change facilities, bottle warmers, toilet step
to use your personal contact details. ups and quiet areas to breastfeed.
38DIARY
THEATR
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l SAT 29 SEP 7.30PM l THU 8 NOV 7.30PM
SEPTEMBER Evergreen: A Tribute to Bye Bye Baby
l SAT 1 SEP 7.30PM Barbra Streisand
l FRI 9 NOV 7.30PM
Girls Night Oot! l SUN 30 SEP 1PM & 3.30PM Classic Music Live!
l SUN 2 SEP 7PM Funbox: Dinosaur Safari
l TUE 13 NOV 7.30PM
Movies to Musicals OCTOBER The King is Back –
l THU 6 SEP 8PM l THU 4 OCT 1PM SCHOOLS Ben Portsmouth Is Elvis
Murder Mystery: James Bond & 6.30PM PUBLIC l FRI 16 – SUN 18 NOV
and the Futuristic Killer Ministry of Science
(FRI & SAT 7.30PM / SAT & SUN 2PM)
l FRI 7 SEP 7.30PM l SAT 6 OCT 8PM FYT: FAME – The Musical
Macfloyd: Everything Under The Spirit of Bad Company & Free
The Sun l SUN 18 NOV 8PM
l SUN 7 OCT 7.30PM Ray Bradshaw: Deaf Comedy Fam
l SAT 8 SEP 8PM
The Bohemians - Queen
Ballroom Dance l WED 21 NOV 7.30PM
l THU 11 OCT 8PM Barbara Bryceland
l TUE 11 SEP 7.30PM
Scott Gibson: Anywhere But Here Christmas Special
The Kilkennys
l THU 22 NOV 8PM
l FRI 12 OCT 7.30PM
l THU 13 SEP 7.30PM
Classic Music Live! Murder Mystery: The Other
Jason Manford: Muddle Class Pirates From the Caribbean
l SAT 13 OCT 7.30PM
l FRI 14 SEP 7.30PM l FRI 23 NOV 7.30PM
Stars of Irish Country
Classic Music Live! Forbidden Nights
l SUN 14 OCT 2.30PM
l SAT 15 SEP 7.30PM l SAT 24 NOV 7.30PM
Little Red Riding Hood
Cloudbusting: 40 Years of Kate Craig Hill - C'mon the Lads!
l SUN 14 OCT 7.30PM
l SUN 16 SEP 8PM DECEMBER
Ae Fond Kiss
RANT Cinderella
l SUN 21 OCT 8PM l THU 6 DEC 7.30PM
l WED 19 SEP 8PM
Ballroom Dance l FRI 7 DEC 7.30PM
Iain Stirling - U OK HUN? x
l TUE 23 & WED 24 OCT 7PM l SAT 8 DEC 2.30PM 7.30PM
l FRI 21 & SAT 22 SEP 7.30PM l SUN 9 DEC 1PM 5PM
Project Theatre
Falkirk Operatic Society l THU 13 DEC 10.30AM 7.30PM
Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr
l FRI 14 DEC 10.30AM 7.30PM
l SUN 23 SEP 7.30PM
l THU 25 OCT 7.30PM l SAT 15 DEC 2.30PM 7.30PM
McLuckie's Line by Martin
The Dolls - Dragged Up l SUN 16 DEC 1PM 5PM
Travers and Martin Docherty
l WED 19 DEC 10.30AM (RELAXED)
l FRI 26OCT – SAT 3 NOV 7.30PM
l THU 27 SEP 8PM 7.30PM (BSL)
(2.30PM SAT ONLY)
Stuart Mitchell: Gordon l THU 20 DEC 10.30PM 7.30PM
Falkirk Bohemians - Crazy For You
Ramsay's Karma Cafe l FRI 21 DEC 2.30PM 7.30PM
l FRI 28 SEP 7.30PM
NOVEMBER l SAT 22 DEC 2.30PM 7.30PM
The Amy Winehouse Experience l SUN 4 NOV 7.30PM l SUN 23 DEC 1PM 5PM
… AKA Lioness Charlie Landsborough in Concert l MON 24 DEC 11AM 3PM
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