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Spring - Summer 2019
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High Quality Culture, on your
doorstep…
Welcome to the new season, which is jam-packed with a brilliant
mix of work; our theatre season has never looked so strong and
it is wonderful to bring you large scale touring work from Original
Theatre Company and Peter James, beautifully crafted studio pieces
direct from Edinburgh Fringe (Slightly Isolated Dog’s Don Juan
was the most enjoyable hour at the Festival, I loved it), new writing
projects including Shakespeare’s Lost Women and a programming
partnership with Brighton Festival bringing the incredible award
winning Spymonkey to Worthing with Cooped - this is a brilliant
opportunity to see the masters of physical comedy at work. It is
massive, so massive in fact that we have introduced our theatre
season offer Wheelhouse to make it possible for you to see all our
theatre work more easily, see overleaf for more details.
Our Summer of Circus season returns this June with lots more
opportunities to catch some of the world's best circus acts here in
Worthing, we have lots more outdoor work all of which is completely
free including Ockham’s Razor returning to town with The Belly of
the Whale - this has to be seen to be believed, the performers glide
across a giant semi-circular seesaw! We also have Julia Donaldson’s
beautiful story of the dragon Zog; a must for all families this summer.
For families our line-up this season won't disappoint, along with Zog
we have Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, Horrible Histories with not one
but two shows, the return of Dr BunHead and Giant Balloon Man and
finally Goat and Monkey’s The Pirate Cruncher this September, it’s a
summer line up to keep those little ones busy!
Our talks line-up has something for everyone; I am particularly
excited about Mary Portas, as well as welcoming Benjamin Zephaniah
to Worthing for the first time; one of Britain's most remarkable poets.
We have a stunning line up of contemporary dance with a first visit
from Candoco Dance Company as well as TRIBE// with Still I Rise;
another piece which is part of our partnership with Brighton Festival -
it looks stunning.
A plethora of the hugely popular screen arts performances are back;
from the National Theatre, Royal Opera House and Royal Shakespeare
Company as well as the hugely popular Andre Rieu. If you love what
we do, make sure you are following us! Join our mailing list and social
media pages so you know exactly what shows go on sale when.
This season marks a true balance of quality and entertainment; we
are bringing you the best touring work and ensuring, above all, you
have a great night out. A massive thank you to the whole team and to
you the people of Worthing for supporting us, without you it’s just an
empty space.
Amanda O'Reilly, Head of Culture
Ockham’s Razor 'The Belly Of The Whale' pg 22 - photo Daisy Dawson
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Wheelhouse
We are excited to announce, what we believe
is, our strongest theatre season in years. A
fantastic mix of traditional & modern classics,
new writing, comedies and edgy dramas.
There really is something for everyone. So you
can see as many of these as possible we’ve
introduced our new Wheelhouse theatre offer.
Enter the Wheelhouse.
The more you see, the more you save.
Book for three shows or more to save 10% on
your theatre tickets to participating shows.
You can book for three shows in one transaction
to enter the wheelhouse immediately and get 10%
off all your theatre shows and any more you buy for
the year.
Alternatively once you have bought for three shows over
the course of the year, you will automatically be admitted
to the wheelhouse and the 10% discount will be applied to
any more theatre show purchases for the year.
Look out for the Wheelhouse logo
across our theatre pages.
CURRENT PARTICIPATING SHOWS
My Mother Said I Never Should: Notorious Strumpet &
19-20 March Dangerous Girl:
OperaUpClose: La Boheme: 9 July
23 March Don Juan:
Caroline's Kitchen: 10-11 July
3-6 April The Odds of Being Earnest:
Shakespeare's Lost Women: 9 August
23 April Silas Marner:
Cooped: 26-28 September
22-26 May No Mans Land:
Mistero Buffo: 15-16 October
19 June
Terms and Conditions
Not all theatre shows participate in our Wheelhouse scheme - please look for the wheelhouse
symbol or ask a member of our box office to confirm. 10% discount is applicable to Full Price,
Concession and FWT. This offer excludes Student, Group and School prices. This offer excludes
restricted view seats. The discount is applicable on up to 6 tickets per individual theatre show.
Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Cannot be applied to previous ticket purchases.
Can only be applied for the first three wheelhouse purchases if booked in one transaction.
Theatre
Doye Mosse Productions
Shakespeare's Lost Women
Join us on Tuesday 23rd whilst her mother appeared Tue 23 Apr, 8pm
April as we celebrate as Desdemona, Titania and
Shakespeare’s birthday with Lady Macbeth. It’s safe to say
this charming one-woman that Deirdre and her mother Connaught Studio
play exploring Shakespeare’s do NOT get on...
legacy, not just on culture but From £10.50
on relationships and lives. In 60 minutes of funny, (Concs available)
Shakespeare’s Lost Women intriguing drama, Deirdre
delightfully tells the stories of Compton reveals more than
some of the Bard’s forgotten she means to – including 60 mins
female characters through secrets her cold mother (No interval)
song and dialogue. thought could remain hidden
forever. Accompanied by live
Shakespearean actress music.
Ages 12+
Deirdre Compton, has made
a career playing luscious Followed by a post-show
milkmaids, lovers and clowns discussion.
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'The comedy simmers' quentin letts, daily mail
The Original Theatre Company, Ghost Light Theatre and Eilene Davidson
present
A comedy by Torben Betts
Directed by Alastair Whatley
A comedy with BITE! marriage, privilege, secrets Wed 3 - Sat 6 Apr,
and class.
Caroline Mortimer is the
7.30pm
nation’s favourite TV cook. In The award-winning Original
the glow of the studio lights, Theatre Company return to Plus matinees
she has it all - a sparkling the Connaught after their Thu & Sat, 2.30pm
career, a big house, a (golf) splendid productions of
loving husband, smart kids Birdsong and Flare Path.
and the best kitchen money Connaught Theatre
can buy. Starring Caroline Langrishe
(Lovejoy, Judge John Deed),
But… when the cameras Aden Gillett (The House
From £24.50
are off, then the truth flows! of Eliott), Jasmyn Banks (Concs available)
When an unexpected guest (EastEnders), Elizabeth
disrupts a celebration, there Boag (Invincible), Tom Ages 12+
will be more to spill than just England (Death Trap) and
the wine. Writer Torben Betts’ James Sutton (Emmerdale,
searing, sharp, state of the Hollyoaks). 120 mins
nation comedy lifts the lid on (Incl interval)
6
DIRECT FROM LONDON AHEAD OF NEW YORK RUN
7
Theatre
Created by Spymonkey and Cal McCrystal
Performed by Spymonkey: Aitor Basauri, Stephan Kreiss, Petra Massey & Toby Park
Directed by Cal McCrystal Designed by Lucy Bradridge
We are delighted to once Northumberlandshirehampton Wed 22 - Sun 26 May,
again collaborate with to work for the reclusive
Brighton Festival to bring you Forbes Murdston, ignoring
7.30pm
the hilarious Spymonkey, the unsettling rumours Plus Matinees
celebrating 20 years as the that surround him and his Sat & Sun 2.30pm
UK’s leading physical comedy ominous manservant Klaus.
company. If only Roger Parchment, the
family lawyer, were not so Pavilion
This is an unmissable obviously in love with her!
opportunity to see the show Then she could confide in him From £17.50
that made Spymonkey an her darkest fears: Is Forbes
international sensation. A really the killer who lurks in the
deliciously demented take on darkness? Ages 14+
the pulp gothic romance. It’s
Hitchcock’s Rebecca meets A spooky mansion, a plucky 125 mins
The Pink Panther, overflowing young heroine and a
with brilliant characters, rip- handsome English aristocrat. (Incl interval)
roaring farce and virtuoso Add a German butler and a
physical comedy. Spanish soap star and you're... Presented as part of our
COOPED! partnership with
Beautiful, fawn-like Laura Brighton Festival
du Lay arrives in the heart of Contains nudity.
darkest
8
“Utterly infectious… A perfectly paced
hybrid of the Pink Panther and Psycho”
The Independent
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Adapted by SHAUN MCKENNA Directed by IAN TALBOT
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JOSHUA ANDREWS AND PETER JAMES
IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE BOOKING OFFICE
PRESENT
Following the incredible you think twice about Mon 3 - Sat 8 Jun,
sell-out stage success of returning home to a dark,
Not Dead Enough and Dead empty house after the show!
7.30pm
Simple, the No. 1 best-selling
author Peter James is back BAFTA nominated actor and Plus matinees
with this spine-chilling thriller.
winner of BBC1’s Strictly Come Wed & Sat, 2.30pm
Dancing 2017, Joe McFadden
When the Harcourt family (Heartbeat, Holby City) and
move into the house of their award-winning actress Connaught Theatre
dreams, it quickly turns into Rita Simons, who played
the stuff of nightmares as the iconic Roxy Mitchell in
they begin to feel that they EastEnders and most recently
From £31
(Concs available)
may not be the only residents seen in ITV’s I’m A Celebrity!,
at Cold Hill... star alongside award winning
actors, Charlie Clements Ages 12+
The House on Cold Hill is a (EastEnders) and Persephone
modern-day supernatural Swales-Dawson (Hollyoaks)
thriller that will send shivers in Peter James’ ghostly new 130 mins
down your spine and make stage hit. (Incl interval)
11Theatre
British Theatre Guide
What's On Stage The Stage
Rhum and Clay Theatre Company
Mistero Buffo
Dario Fo’s seminal of characters to deliver these Wed 19 Jun, 7.30pm
masterpiece is a daring and powerful monologues and
explosive rallying cry for the drag them into modern day.
disenfranchised. The mix and match collection Connaught Studio
of stories from Fo’s original
A travelling storyteller, is lent startling political From £14
another employee of the comparisons and displays
gig economy, rushes from incredible narrative dexterity. (Concs available)
his last delivery of the day
to recount ancient tales of First performed in 1969, Ages 12+
Jesus and his life... however Mistero Buffo was performed
these versions aren't like any to great acclaim at the
you've heard before. Darkly Edinburgh Festival in 2018 with 90 mins
comic, sometimes tragic and five star reviews from The (No interval)
always subversive, Mistero Stage, Whats On Stage, British
Buffo takes aim at those who Theatre Guide, Edinburgh
manipulate truth and belief Guide, whilst The Guardian
for power and control. praised Spooner’s ‘Enthralling
Chameleonic performance’.
A stunning solo performance
piece with Rhum & Clay Contains flashing lights, haze,
artistic director Julian strong language & scenes of
Spooner tackling a huge cast an adult nature.
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"... Savagely funny, fearless
and genuinely uplifting show"
The Age
Jess Love
Notorious Strumpet &
Dangerous Girl
This much-anticipated This autobiographical Tue 9 Jul, 8pm
new solo work by Jess Love show tells the story of dual
plunges straight into the dark characters. Julia Mullins was
stuff, both the booze and the a thief, a prostitute and a Pavilion Theatre
trail of mayhem it leaves in drunk. Jess Love is a carnie, a
its wake. queer and likes a drink. From £12.50
(Concs available)
Get taken in by the self- A strikingly truthful tale of one
supporting arms of this woman's voyage to connect
astounding Alcoholics with her convict past. Take a Strictly 18+
Anonymous meeting. Where trip down blackout lane and Contains strong language
twisted storytelling and celebrate the fact that she's and Nudity
spectacular physical theatre still standing.
skills are shaken and stirred,
with one part dark comedy, This dark, emotional, but
70 mins
(No interval)
one part serenity and three ultimately uplifting tale will
parts hostility, hilarity and leave you with tears in your
honesty. eyes.
13Theatre
“Five beautiful actors... cajole, charm,
amuse and serenade me into submission”
Theatrereview
A Slightly Isolated Dog presents
Don Juan
Don Juan is the boldest and and explosive wit to create a Wed 10 & Thu 11 Jul,
greatest of men, seducing, hilarious and irreverent show.
fighting, and charming his
8pm
way through life. The world’s Created and performed by
greatest lover, but also a New Zealand theatre group Pavilion
bit of an a**hole! He does A Slightly Isolated Dog,
whatever he wants and to playing a revolving repertoire
hell with the consequences. of outrageous characters, From £16
He lives big, loves big, and depicting how, despite our (Concs available)
leaves a trail of broken hearts best efforts, we often fail to
in his wake – when was the be the impressive person we Ages 16+
last time we approached the wish to be.
art of seduction so boldly?
The most energetic, raucous, 60 mins
This reimagining of the fun night out you can have in (No interval)
classic character brings a theatre. In Worthing. Sit in
together brilliant physical the front row if you want to be
comedy, twisted pop songs part of the action!
14Theatre
Doye Mosse Productions
The Odds of Being Earnest
A witty new play from and Gwendoline stay in Fri 9 Aug, 8pm
acclaimed Sussex writer Shropshire? Was it likely that
Greg Mosse, exploring what Algernon would make Cecily
happens after the curtain fell happy? Connaught Studio
on The Importance Of Being
Earnest. The answers to these and From £13.50
more will be addressed in this
Picking up with Lady Bracknell charming new play about (Concs available)
and Reverend Chasuble chance, the roulette wheel of
at a chance meeting 20 life, love and happy endings? Ages 12+
years later at a Monte Carlo
casino, the play aims to Mosse says ’It’s important to
answer all those lingering like the characters even if you 60 mins
questions from Oscar don’t admire them, because (No interval)
Wilde’s outstanding comedy. if you don’t like them you can
Was Lady Bracknell right never understand them’. Join
to prize money over love? Greg Mosse for a lively and
Was Reverend Chasuble entertaining discussion after
right to reject celibacy the performance.
and marry Prism? Did Jack
15Theatre
“This new touring production
has made regional theatre feel
in ruder health overnight.”
The Stage on The Four Men
Conn Artists Theatre Company in association with Worthing Theatres and
The George Eliot Fellowship
George Eliot’s
Silas Marner
adapted by Geoffrey Beevers
George Eliot’s great Victorian The heart warming action, Thu 26 - Sat 28 Sep,
epic novel is thrillingly set in the early years of the
brought to the stage in the 19th century, is performed
7.30pm
bicentenary year of her birth by an ensemble cast of
by Worthing based company seven actors accompanied Plus matinee Fri, 2pm
CONN ARTISTS, returning to by music and songs of the
their natural home - The period. Once again directed Connaught Theatre
Connaught - after a hugely by Nick Young, former director
successful run and tour of of the Connaught Theatre, From £17.50
The Four Men in 2017. and led by Ross Muir after his (Concs available)
much praised performances
Wrongfully condemned as Hilaire Belloc in The
and outcast from society, Four Men and JM Barrie in
Ages 12+
a poor weaver, eaten up Courage.
with bitterness and anger, 140 mins
becomes a doomed miser Presented by special (Incl 20 min interval)
and recluse, until he is forced arrangement with Samuel
to take in a young orphan French Ltd
girl. Their mutual friendship
leads to joy, love and his
redemption.
16Theatre
London Classic Theatre
No Man’s Land by Harold Pinter
Harold Pinter’s most beguiling of two younger men forces Tue 15 & Wed 16 Oct,
and atmospheric play events to take an unexpected
produced by London Classic turn.
7.30pm
Theatre.
Originally performed in Plus matinee
A chance meeting between 1975 the legendary play Wed, 2.30pm
two elderly writers in a interweaves truth, language
North London pub leads to and memory to create a
an alcohol-fuelled night of world of dark comedy and Connaught Theatre
reminiscences and verbal subtle power games. London
sparring. Hirst, a wealthy Classic Theatre return to The
alcoholic recluse, invites Connaught after previously
From £17.50
Spooner, a down-at-heel visiting us with Private Lives (Concs available)
poet, to his Hampstead and My Mother Said I Never
townhouse for a nightcap. As Should. Ages 15+
the shadows lengthen and
the whisky flows, their stories Please note that this
become more elaborate and production contains strong 120mins (Incl interval)
improbable, until the arrival language.
17SCREEN ARTS AT CONNAUGHT CINEMA
We screen the best in Theatre, Art exhibitions and Music
events broadcast live from venues around the world.
New shows are announced regularly so please check
our website for up to date listings.
Image from Northern Ballet: Victoria photo: Guy Farrow
18NATIONAL THEATRE: ALL ABOUT EVE
THU 11 APR, 7PM | LIVE | £16.50 (concs available)
ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: AS YOU LIKE IT
WED 17 APR, 7PM | LIVE | £16.50 (concs available)
WEST END: THE KING & I
SUN 21 APR, 3PM | RECORDED LIVE | £11.50 (concs available)
ART BEATS: VAN GOGH - OF WHEAT FIELDS AND CLOUDED SKY
MON 22 APR, 6.30PM | RECORDED | £7.50 (concs available)
WEST END: AN AMERICAN IN PARIS
TUE 7 MAY, 7PM | RECORDED LIVE | £11.50 (concs available)
SAT 11 MAY, 3PM | RECORDED LIVE | £11.50 (concs available)
NATIONAL THEATRE: ALL MY SONS
TUE 14 MAY, 7PM | LIVE | £16.50 (concs available)
ART BEATS: CARAVAGGIO - THE SOUL AND THE BLOOD
MON 20 MAY, 6.30PM | RECORDED | £7.50 (concs available)
MATTHEW BOURNE SWAN LAKE
TUE 21 MAY, 8PM | RECORDED LIVE | £14.50 (concs available)
EXHIBITION ON SCREEN: VAN GOGH & JAPAN
TUE 4 JUN, 6.30PM | RECORDED | £11.50 (concs available)
ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: TAMING OF THE SHREW
WED 5 JUN, 7PM | LIVE | £16.50 (concs available)
ART BEATS: THE WATER LILIES BY MONET
MON 17 JUN, 6.30PM | RECORDED | £7.50 (concs available)
NORTHERN BALLET: VICTORIA
TUE 25 JUN, 6.15PM | RECORDED | £11.50 (concs available)
NATIONAL THEATRE: SMALL ISLAND
THU 27 JUN, 7PM | RECORDED LIVE | £16.50 (concs available)
ANDRE RIEU 2019 MAASTRICHT CONCERT - SHALL WE DANCE (U)
SAT 27 JUL, 7PM | RECORDED BROADCAST | £16.50 (concs available)
SUN 28 JUL, 3PM | RECORDED BROADCAST | £16.50 (concs available)
ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: MEASURE FOR MEASURE
WED 31 JUL, 7PM | LIVE | £16.50 (concs available)
Unless noted Screen Arts certified 'As Live' (12A)
19Circus
Max Calaf Sevé
Dip
Dip is an ode to celebrate A highly visual and sonic Sun 14 Apr, 11am & 2pm
how we find each other. show performed by three
Jonah, Oliver and Max just artists on trampolines with
meet and decide to embark live music. Imaginative Pavilion Theatre Promenade
on a quest to know and & quirky, Uptempo and (Inside Pavilion if bad weather)
learn about each other. A light-hearted, featuring
performance for all ages and breathtaking air-twisting FREE
an experience for families to tricks and funky tunes!
enjoy together.
All ages
25 mins
20Circus
‘Britain’s most
innovative aerial
theatre group’
Total Theatre
Ockham’s Razor
The Belly of the Whale
Circus meets sculpture in this Three performers ride the Sat 8 Jun, 11am & 3pm
exciting show from Ockham's see-saw, like surfers on a
Razor, who previously wild sea as they confront
performed Triple Bill and their fears and come face Pavilion Theatre
Tipping Point with us. to face with the power and Promenade
momentum of things we (Inside Pavilion if bad
A giant semi-circular see- seemingly can’t change? weather)
saw made of wood and steel
forms the stage outside Complete with live music, this
the Pavilion, creaking and is a lively, captivating show FREE
groaning as it transforms for all ages. Innovative and
from a catapult, a gently mesmerising. All ages
rocking cradle, a tunnel, a
slide - an ever changing land
and soundscape. 40 mins
21Circus
Mimbre
Lifted
After opening our Summer move, lift and balance each Sat 20 Jul, 11am & 2pm
of Circus 2018 with their other.
incredible show The Exploded
Circus, Mimbre return Mimbre is a female-led Pavilion Theatre
with Lifted - a show that company creating nuanced, Promenade
collaborates with three new breathtaking and highly (Inside Pavilion if bad
choreographers to create skilled acrobatic theatre. weather)
an innovative mix of styles We use circus and dance
ranging from their trademark innovatively as a physical
acrobalance to all new language to illuminate FREE
techniques introduced to the human connections and
company. promote a positive image All ages
of women. A fantastic
A choreographic indulgence opportunity to see one of the
that celebrates and explores UK’s finest circus company’s 30 mins
the expressions and with the stunning backdrop of
impressions that appear Worthing seafront.
when three strong women
22Circus
Hikapee
Look Up
A beautiful, playful and Why is everyone else only Sat 17 Aug, 11am & 2pm
exciting collaboration of looking down? They’ll never
circus, puppetry and theatre be able to see birds if they
for all the family. Look Up is a only look down. Have these Pavilion
celebration of what we can people forgotten how to look
see if we step outside of our up? From £6.50
everyday lives, and embrace
the world around us. Hikapee was founded to
explore the relationship All ages
We follow Robyn, a child between circus and theatre
puppet, who has difficulty to create imaginative
connecting with other people, storytelling for the small
30 mins
who are otherwise immersed and tall. This is a non-verbal
in their busy lives, constantly production making it perfect
glued to their phones, with for deaf audiences, and
no time for conversation, she for those who may not use
is fearless, playful and has a English as a first language.
curiosity with birds and flying.
23ROYAL OPERA ROYAL BALLET
LA FORZA DEL DESTINO BALLET TRIPLE BILL
A star studded cast including Jonas Featuring the Olivier Award-
Kaufmann and Anna Netrebko. Winning Flight Pattern.
LIVE: TUE 2 APR 2019 6.15PM LIVE: THU 16 MAY 2019 7.15PM
FAUST ROMEO AND JULIET
Michael Fabiano and Diana Damrau A modern classic set to
star in this spectacular production by Prokofiev's stunning music.
David McVicar. LIVE: TUE 11 JUN 2019 7.15PM
LIVE: TUE 30 APR 2019 6.45PM ENCORE: SUN 16 JUN 2019 2PM
Screen Arts certified 'As Live' (12A) Prices: £16.50, concs available
24WT family programme proudly sponsored by
Created by Jonathan Rockefeller. Based on the books by David McKee
Selladoor presents
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant
Elephants, as everyone always valued his unique Fri 12 & Sat 13 Apr, 2pm
knows, are big, have trunks, characteristics.
and are grey. But Elmer
Plus Sat 11.30am
is a patchwork of brilliant Elmer the Elephant has been
colours! His fun-loving and a family favourite since first Connaught Theatre
cheerful personality keeps being published in 1989. The
everyone in a playful mood, book series by Dave McKee is
until the day he gets tired of a celebration of individuality From £13.50
being different and tries to and laughter! The show’s
blend in with the herd. Elmer subtle message that it is All ages
The Patchwork Elephant always best to be yourself,
Show tells the tale of an combined with the vibrant
elephant that stands out colour and cheeky humour of 55 mins
– both with his patchwork- the main character make it (No interval)
coloured skin and his sense a perfect show for children of
of humour – but ultimately all ages.
realizing that his friends have
25We all want to meet people Mary and see Ed fall dead in Fri 3 - Sun 5 May
from history. The trouble is his bed. Survive the Spanish
everyone is dead! Armada as it sails into the
audience! Awful Egyptians
So prepare yourselves for two Fri 10.30am & 6.30pm
amazing shows using actors AWFUL EGYPTIANS Sat 2.30pm
and ground-breaking 3D From the fascinating Pharaohs
special effects, guaranteed to the power of the pyramids,
to thrill you and your children. discover the foul facts of Terrible Tudors
Historical figures and events death and decay with the Sat 6.30pm, Sun 11am
will come alive on stage and meanest mummies in Egypt.
hover at your fingertips! Are you ready to rumble with
Ramesses the Great? Dare Pavilion
TERRIBLE TUDORS you enter through the Gates of
From the horrible Henries to the Afterlife? It’s the history of From £16.50
the end of evil Elizabeth, hear Egypt with the nasty bits left in!
the legends (and the lies!) (Concs available)
about the torturing Tudors.
Find out the fate of Henry's Ages 5+
headless wives and his punch
up with the Pope. Meet Bloody
105 mins
(Incl interval)
26FROM THE TEAM BEHIND TIDDLER AND TABBY McTAT
Freckle Productions and Rose Theatre Kingston present
ADAPTED & DIRECTED BY Mike Shepherd
MUSIC & LYRICS BY Johnny Flynn
LIVE
O N S TA G
E
Zog © 2010 Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Published by Alison Green Books, an imprint of Scholastic Children’s Books
Large in size, and keen in Julia Donaldson and Axel Fri 14 - Sun 16 Jun.
nature, Zog is so eager Scheffler’s much-loved
to win a golden star at Zog comes to life in Mike
Fri 4.30pm
Madam Dragon’s school, Shepherd’s magical Sat 11am, 2pm, 4.30pm
where dragons learn all the adaptation with Johnny Sun 11am & 2pm
things that dragons need to Flynn’s sumptuous folk score
know. Zog tries so very hard, featuring live musicians.
perhaps too hard, and he Katie Sykes’ design lifts the Pavilion
bumps, burns and roars his book from the page and
way through years one, two creates a real and fantastical From £12.50
and three. world. From the team behind (Concs available)
Tiddler and Other Terrific
Luckily, the plucky Princess Tales and Tabby McTat, Zog
Pearl patches him up ready promises to be roaring fun for All ages
to face his biggest challenge all ages.
yet… a duel with knight, Sir 60 mins
Gadabout the Great!
(No interval)
27Family
Credit Embellish photography
Hoopla Clique and chaotic acrobatics Sat 6 & Sun 7 Jul,
Chores accompanies every attempt
at cleaning their room.
11.30am & 2pm
Inspired by slapstick legends Pavilion
The energetic story of two
typical young rascal boys Buster Keaton and Charlie From £12.50
playing in their messy Chaplin with skilled stunts (Concs available)
bedroom. and uproarious interactive All ages
gags.
60 mins
Suddenly, their mother's
alarming screams rattle the Your little ones will find
boys back in to action. They themselves on the edge of
need to do their chores! A their seats and giggling until
generous serving of comedy the chores are done!
Dr Bunhead’s Stunt hamsters get bazooka-
blasted, fingers are frozen
Fri 26 & Sat 27 Jul,
11am & 2.30pm
Blast Off solid and smashed, heads
explosively decompress - it's Pavilion
Pack your space pants and pure live science at it best! From £11.50
safety goggles! Join TV's (Concs available)
most extreme scientist, Dr "Terrific - a pyrotechnic Ages 7+
Bunhead from Brainiac, for an extravaganza by a master
explosive journey into space. of controlled (one hopes) 75 mins
explosions." (No interval)
Volunteer 'stunt scientists'
from the audience help Dr Daily Mail
Bunhead deploy awesome
experiments in his madcap
mission to send the first
humans to Mars.
28Family Dizzy O'Dare Giant Balloon Show Watch in amazement as the humble balloon becomes the focus in this hilarious, bonkers show. The Giant Balloon Show will have the audience in stitches and in awe simultaneously. Expect feverous balloon sculptures, high energy comic performance and of course the all important giant balloon! Take everything you know about balloons, and twist that into a highly entertaining show for the whole family. The Giant Balloon Show was a huge hit with Worthing audiences in summer 2018 and is back by popular demand - Don’t miss it! Workshops also available. Learn to make your own crazy balloon animals and tricks. Limited places so book now! Show Workshops Sat 24 Aug, 11am Sat 24 Aug, 12pm & 2pm & 12.45pm Pavilion Promenade Pavilion (Inside Pavilion if raining) £5 FREE All ages All ages 30 mins 30 mins Goat & Monkey The Pirate Cruncher The Thirsty Parrot tavern is run single-handed by plucky seven year old Emily, child inventor extraordinaire. When it is raided by Captain Purplebeard and his dastardly cut-throat crew, Emily determines to take revenge, by sending the pirates on a wild goose chase for treasure. Adapted from the best-selling picture book, this swashbuckling tale is an exciting, hilarious and comically gruesome show featuring pirates, monsters and the ingenuity of one small girl. Family theatre at its finest and silliest, a treat for children and adults alike. Sat 21 & Sun 22 Sep, 2.30pm Plus Sun 11am Connaught Theatre From £12.50 (Concs available) Ages 4+ 95 mins (Incl interval) 29
Seann Walsh: After This
One I’m Going Home
Self-dubbed ‘Lie-in King’ Sat 6 Apr, 8pm
returns home after a US tour
and, of course, appearing on
Assembly Hall
Strictly Come Dancing. Seann From £16.50
Walsh is “unquestionably the Ages 14+
best observational comic 110 mins
of his generation” (The (Incl interval &
Guardian). This disheveled, support)
fiery, animated, fiercely idle,
millennial man child is one of
best live comedians to have
come out of the UK.
Patrick Monahan: #Goals!
Worthing favourite and Thu 25 Apr,
absolute legend Patrick
Monahan returns with a new
8pm
show about life goals. We Connaught
all have life goals. Whatever Studio
amazing things they are, From £14
whether it’s to win the lottery (Concs available)
or marry up, make it your
goal to come and watch a Ages 16+
great comedy show from an 90 mins
Irish Iranian smoggy! (Plus interval)
"Patrick’s a Fringe Legend and
it is easy to see why!"
The Mirror
Mark Steel: Every Little
Thing’s Gonna Be Alright
A few years ago, it seemed Wed 1 May,
unlikely that we would vote to
leave the EU; Donald Trump
8pm
surely wasn’t going to beat Connaught
Hillary Clinton and Mark was Theatre
living the married suburban From £16.50
ideal, since then it’s all gone
to absolute s**t! But don’t Ages 14+
worry as Mark thinks Every 130 mins
Little Thing’s Gonna Be Alright. (Incl interval)
30Comedy
Henning Wehn:
Get On With It
A return visit for Henning with Thu 6 Jun,
his hilarious show Get on With
It after his sell out date last
7.30pm
year. You couldn’t make it up; Pavilion
surely the German Comedy From £20
Ambassador hasn’t bosched Ages 16+
out yet another new show?
And what’s he still doing 120 mins
here anyway? Well, his lack (Incl 20 min
of transferable skills is what interval)
keeps him here and his belief
that practise makes perfect is
what keeps him going.
Mark Watson:
The Infinite Show
Cluster-bombed with yoghurt Fri 6 Sep, 8pm
on Taskmaster, half-killed on
Bear Grylls' Celebrity Island,
Connaught
Watson returns to what he's Theatre
best at: being indoors. From £16.50
Ages 14+
As scrawny and impassioned
as ever, one of the UK's 100 mins
most beloved and thinnest (Incl 20 min
acts returns, with his usual interval)
notoriously high joke-and-
rant-per-minute rate.
Vikki Stone
Returning to Worthing Fri 20 Sep,
after her scene-stealing
performance as Abanazar
8pm
in our 2018 Pantomime. Vikki Connaught
will be bringing her award- Studio
winning stand-up show to From £14
the studio. Her trademark (Concs available)
blend of comedy and music
has made her a hit on Radio Ages 14+
4, The John Bishop show and tbc mins
the BBC Proms podcast.
Coming Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny
Soon Wed 2 Oct,31
8pm, & Fri 13 Dec, 8pm, Assembly HallComedy
Nicholas Clark Management comic cabaret with music Fri 31 May & Sat 1 Jun,
by Amy Winehouse, Nina
Mother's Ruin: Simone, Martha Wainwright,
8pm
A Cabaret About Gin Tom Waits and more, moving Pavilion
Back by popular demand,
from misery to vaudeville in a From £18.50*
moment, intertwining excess Strictly 18+
Mother’s Ruin is a raucous
and prohibition, history and
journey through 18th Century
reinvention. 60 mins
London, speakeasies and the (No interval)
jungles of Peru - all in search
A cabaret style evening of
of the perfect gin! *Price includes a free
gin-soaked debauchery, so
Lose yourself in the company
get a gang together and Gin & Tonic with every
book quickly as this will sell
of sailors, barmaids and
fast.
ticket.
bootleggers in this darkly
Cube Room Productions From Greig's Piano concerto Sat 22 Jun, 7.30pm
to Mr Memory, "Arsenal!" It’s a
An Evening of show full of Morecambe and
Pavilion
Wise's most loved routines, From £17.50
Eric & Ern songs and sketches and All Ages
with Jonty Stephens and of course a musical guest.
Ian Ashpitel
140 mins
This wonderful show, evokes (Incl interval)
memories of times when
A brilliant homage to
whole families would huddle
legendary comic duo
around the telly on Sunday
Morecambe and Wise from
evenings. Bring the whole
the creators of West End
family to enjoy the humour
hit ‘Eric and Little Ern’. Jam
that still continues to enthral
packed full of sketches that
all generations.
hit all the right notes…
32Talks
Saba Douglas remarkable tales from her
childhood in the Great Rift
Mon 1 Apr, 7.30pm
Connaught Theatre
Hamilton: A Life Valley, highlights from her
decade as a BBC wildlife From £18.50
with Elephants presenter, and the adventure (Concs available)
of raising her own children 120 mins
Saba will captivate audiences in the wild, her underlying (Incl interval)
with stories of her life and message emphasizes the
work in Kenya, where she lives role each of us can play in
with her family, growing up protecting the natural world.
among elephants and later
working with some of the
most endangered wildlife on
the planet. Whilst sharing
Francis Rossi A true member of British
Rock Royalty, He sang the
Thu 9 May, 7.30pm
Pavilion
I Talk Too Much first words at Live Aid in
1985, survived the obligatory From £26.50
Legendary Status Quo lead brush with alcohol and 120 mins
singer Francis Rossi will share drugs and will talk about his (Incl interval)
the extraordinary secrets of misadventures of life on the
his 50-plus years in rock’n’roll road.
when he takes to the stage
for an intimate evening in There will be a signing after
conversation with veteran the show.
music journalist Mick Wall.
33Talks
Lucy Worsley:
Queen Victoria: Daughter,
Wife, Mother and Widow
Queen Victoria: a little old lady, spherical in shape,
dressed in black, perpetually grumpy. Right?
Historian Lucy Worsley wants to make you think
again. Meet a complex, contradictory woman,
who loved dancing, who suffered calamity and
bereavement, before coming out the other side
as an eccentric, powerful and rather magnificent
old lady. Lucy's illustrated talk takes you into the
life, the palaces, and the rich colourful age of this
woman who ruled a quarter of the globe.
Followed by a signing with Lucy.
Sun 19 May, 7.30pm
Connaught Theatre
From £20
120 mins
(Incl interval)
Illustration Credit - Oliver Smyth
The Storytelling have been or places they
dream to taste. Join people
Sun 19 May, 4pm
Pavilion Cafe Bar
Army from all walks of life in an
intimate setting to enjoy a £4 (Proceeds to AudioActive
Created in 2017 to fulfil Kate simple meal together, and and Cascade Creative Recovery)
Tempest's vision of a more hear their stories. Ages 14+
social and inclusive Brighton 120 mins
Festival, The Storytelling Army Presented as part of our
return with more tales to tell. partnership with Brighton Queen’s Park, Brighton
For 2019, the theme is food Festival. Sat 18 May, 6.30pm
and flavours that people Free but ticketed, Donation
have enjoyed, through where on the door
they come from, places they
34Talks Mary Portas In Conversation Mary, retail guru, columnist and ‘Queen of Shops' comes to Worthing to discuss her life, her career, and her new book Work Like a Woman. Packed with top tips and drawing on her decades of business experience, don’t miss this chance to hear Mary’s advice on how to be happier, more productive and collaborative, whoever you are and wherever you work. Tue 28 May, 7.30pm Pavilion £22.50 (Includes book) 70 mins (No interval) John Cooper Clarke: ‘The Luckiest Guy Alive’ Tour with Special Guests John Cooper Clarke is a national treasure whose influence can be felt in the worlds of Poetry, Literature, Music, Stand-up Comedy and beyond. As vital now as he was in his 70’s heyday. His new collection - The Luckiest Guy Alive - sees him critically acclaimed again and this tour will be a mix of classic verse and brand new, never heard before material. Hilarious ponderings on modern life and good honest gags all delivered in his unique, rapid-fire performance style. Sat 28 Sep, 8pm Assembly hall From £24.50 Ages 16+ 165 mins (Incl interval) 35
Talks
The Life And Rhymes Of
Benjamin Zephaniah
Benjamin Zephaniah was unable to read and
write at school, but has gone on to become one
of Britain’s most remarkable poets, studied in
schools across the country. This is his first tour in
eight years, supporting his new autobiography
with stories of how he befriended Nelson Mandela,
fought injustice and discrimination to lead an
amazing life, and of course a selection of his
favourite poems.
Benjamin will be signing copies of his book after
the performance.
Sun 27 Oct, 7.30pm
Connaught Theatre
From £23.50
(Concs available)
90 mins
(Plus meet and greet)
Participate
Chichester Festival
Youth Theatre
The award-winning CFYT allows young people of
all abilities to develop their artistic and social skills,
attend theatre trips, tours and workshops, and to
audition for Christmas and summer productions.
Open to all, no auditions required.
Anyone interested in joining should email
cfyt@cft.org.uk or call the Learning, Education and
Participation department on 01243 784437. For full
term dates, please visit the WT website.
Worthing satellite group
Tuesday evenings 6pm - 7.30pm
£60 per term, bursaries available
36Participate
Ester Natzijl & Sussex Dance Network
Inanimate to Animate
Do you want to create a duet rolled into one. Let the drive Sun 9 Jun
with yourself, your alter ego of your characters and their
or your favourite character? story become the intentions
Sussex Dance Network of your movements. Workshop
and Worthing Theatres 2.30pm
invite you to dive into a This workshop is open to Pavilion Theatre
world of puppetry either as professional and non-
participants or listeners. professional movers. £21.50
Ages 16+
Learn to bring different Following the workshop, Ester 180 mins
materials to life and let them Natzijl leads you through
speak, sing and dance in an illustrative journey of her
this three hour workshop discoveries in the world of Talk
with Ester Natzijl, creator of dance and puppeteering 7.00pm
internationally acclaimed with a special talk which can Connaught Studio
Watching, Ceci n’est pas de be attended separately or in
deux. The workshop teaches tandem with the workshop. £8
the basic skills of puppetry 60 mins
and how to combine this with Please note the workshop will
your dancing body. This is be photographed for a future
drama, choreography and exhibition.
Workshop & Talk £25
Concs available for FWT and
contact improvisation all
Sussex Dance Network
members
37Dance
TRIBE//
Still I Rise
The debut work from Dance From pounding beats to Thu 23 May, 7.30pm
company TRIBE//, channels stirring classical arias the
the resilient, unapologetic cinematic soundtrack drives
nature of Maya Angelou’s the dancers onwards. Falling Connaught Theatre
poem about the struggle down, gathering up…we rise.
to overcome prejudice From £12.50
and injustice. A defiant We are proud to be (Concs available)
and uplifting call to arms supporting new work from
performed by an all-female outstanding companies in
cast. our contemporary dance Ages 12+
program. TRIBE// have been
TRIBE// are led by Victoria gathering acclaim wherever
Fox, a strong new voice they perform - ‘Visceral and
90 mins
(Incl interval)
in the world of dance fearless, this is uncommonly
choreography known for intelligent work’ & “packed
Theatre Royal, Brighton
her punchy yet articulate with both physical invention
Wed 22 May, 8pm
movement style. Her raw and emotional intensity”. Do
From £15 (Concs available)
and emotive piece with It’s not miss the chance to say
unflinching, relentless hope you saw this exciting new
Presented as part of our
for the human spirit binds this company on their first tour!
partnership with Brighton
visceral dance work together.
Festival.
38Dance
Photo Credit - You and I Know by Arlene Phillips. Photography by Camilla Greenwell, 2016
Candoco Dance Company
An Evening with Candoco
Candoco Dance Company questions of what identity is Sat 5 Oct, 7.30pm
created a sensation last and how it is formed.
year when its contemporary
dancers performed on Strictly UNSPOKEN SPOKEN Connaught Theatre
Come Dancing. Renowned A short film directed and
for its profound, boundary- choreographed by Fin Walker From £17
pushing work, Candoco’s that exposes the potential (Concs available)
company of disabled and that exists when we dare
non-disabled dancers brings to challenge the rules. A
work by three very different captivating story told through 80 Mins
UK-based artists to Worthing. British Sign Language, voice (Incl 20 min interval)
The evening will consist of and movement.
two live pieces and a short
film.
YOU AND I KNOW
Multiple award-winning
LET’S TALK ABOUT DIS choreographer Arlene
Visual artist Hetain Patel has Phillips presents an emotive
created an intimate piece exploration of how we fall in
that builds on an exploration and out of love over and over
of the dancers’ personalities again, often with the same
and bodies, interrogating person.
39Dance
Remembering the Movies
Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara
Strictly’s very own Aljaz and Marilyn Monroe, La La Land, Sun 21 Apr, 7.30pm
Janette are back on tour James Bond, Cabaret and
with their brand new show many more….
Remembering the Movies. Pavilion
If you loved Remembering Strap in, hold tight and allow
Fred then get ready for a yourself to fall in love all over From £28.50
remarkable, unique and star- again with the classic movie
studded rollercoaster ride songs and dance routines,
through some of the most as Strictly Come Dancing’s 140 mins
successful, Oscar winning favourite couple celebrate (Incl interval)
and most memorable films of the history of the movies
all time. with dazzling choreography,
imaginative sets, spectacular
From the Golden Age of backdrops, huge multimedia
Hollywood through to the LED screen and supported
modern mega musical. Enjoy by an incredible cast of live
tributes to Audrey Hepburn, singers and dancers it will
Saturday Night Fever, Gene guarantee to have you…
Kelly, The Greatest Showman, remembering the movies.
40Sat 29 Jun, 7.30pm
Here Come The choreographed by Strictly’s
Patrick Helm, and promises
Pavilion
Girls to be fresh and innovative
with amazing routines to From £28
dazzle and wow you. Patrick (Concs Available)
Strictly stars Diane Buswell &
Amy Dowden are joined by and Diane will also dance 120 mins
Chloe Hewitt for this all-new together during the show. (incl interval)
show bringing an exciting mix
of individual performances Limited meet & greet pre-
and group numbers with their show tickets available.
supporting dance partners.
This mix of Ballroom and
Latin routines and has been
Ian Waite & Vincent Simone
The Ballroom Boys
Strictly Come Dancing favourites Ian Waite and
Vincent Simone are joining forces in 2019 with their
brand new production - The Ballroom Boys!
Argentine Tango legend Vincent and King of the
Ballroom Ian, will be joined by two professional
female dancers and a wonderful vocalist.
The night will be packed with dances, songs and
loads of banter!
Expect dances such as the Waltz, Quickstep, Paso
Doble, Foxtrot, and of course, the Argentine Tango!
Get ready for a high intensity evening of glitz and
glamour with Ian & Vincent… THE BALLROOM BOYS!
Limited meet & greet pre-show tickets available.
Tue 15 Oct, 7.30pm
Pavilion
From £24
120 mins
(incl interval)
41Music
Tubular Bells for Two
The award-winning sell-out latest multi-track technology Fri 10 May, 7.30pm
hit at festivals around the to record each instrument
world returns to the UK! Two separately. More than 45
multi-talented musicians, years later, with only two feet Pavilion
Daniel Holdsworth and Tom and four hands between
Bamford, reproduce Mike them, Daniel and Tom From £23.50
Oldfield’s classic album perform the masterpiece (Concs available)
Tubular Bells live, dashing on a sea of instruments
round over 20 instruments totally live, in a show that
on stage. It’s an intricately has received rave reviews
choreographed, thrilling wherever it has been staged.
performance, in which the
slightest mistake could bring Regardless of whether you’re
the entire show crashing to a Tubular Bells virgin, or a
a halt! long-time fan, Tubular Bells
for Two is guaranteed to keep
Tubular Bells was the third you on the edge of your seat.
best-selling album of the 70’s,
employing what was then the Supported by Gypsyfingers.
42Girl Power
The Spice Girls Experience
Spice up your night! and most importantly a Fri 12 Jul, 7.30pm
vocal repertoire that gives
With nine number one singles, this spectacular re-creation
80 million record sales concert an attitude-injected Assembly Hall
worldwide, plus movies and punch that will transport you
musicals to their name, there back in time – the Spice Girls From £23.50
is no doubt that the Spice are back in town!
Girls were the biggest girl
band of all time! This spectacular britpop
experience sees Scary,
Celebrating two decades of Baby, Sporty, Ginger and
hits Girl Power - The Spice Posh storm the stage with
Girls Experience continues favourites such as Wannabe,
the legacy of British pop Spice Up Your Life, 2 Become
sensations, the Spice Girls. 1, Viva Forever and many,
Supported on stage by many more. So dig out your
a superlative live band, highest platforms or your
stunning costumes, exciting best tracksuit and have a fab
signature choreography sing-along with your mates.
43Charity Concert featuring Aled Jones A household name since the 1980s, Aled Jones has had a phenomenal musical career with 34 albums under his belt as well as being a radio and television regular. Supporting Aled will be Faryl Smith (BGT finalist), Classical Reflection and Eastbourne choir Concentus. With all profits to Chestnut Tree House. Sat 13 Apr, 7.30pm Pavilion From £25 (Concs available) Charlie Landsborough Having been inducted into the British Country Music Hall of Fame, his fans will tell you that country music is only one part of his amazing repertoire. Join us for a memorable evening of beautiful ballads, folk, blues, country, rock ‘n’ roll, pop, gospel and anthems with the immensely talented Charlie Landsborough. Sat 27 Apr, 7.30pm Connaught Theatre From £23.50 (Concs available) The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars 60th Anniversary Concert: The Ronnie Scott’s Story Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of one of the world's most iconic music venues, the Ronnie Scott's All Stars will perform classic jazz, alongside projected images and footage, with tales of old Soho, miscreant musicians and police raids, ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Story is a glimpse into this unique world and its incredible history. Sat 11 May, 8pm Pavilion From £24.50 44
Music Leo Sayer: Just A Boy at 70 As he turns 70, Leo Sayer still brings boundless energy, exuberance and more importantly hits to the stage! Known the world over for his amazing pop songs including You make me feel like dancing, Thunder in my heart, I can’t stop loving you and so many more. Sat 18 May, 7.30pm Assembly Hall From £32 The Big Chris Barber Band - 70th Anniversary Tour One of the last British Jazz Legends celebrates his 70th anniversary in music with his ten piece band, considered to be one of the World’s most respected traditional jazz bands, through a set inspired by New Orleans blues to late 20’s Ellington played with extraordinary panache and skill. Fri 28 Jun, 7.30pm Pavilion From £18 (Concs available) The Glenn Miller Orchestra The world’s GREATEST Big Band transports you back to the heady days and music of the 1940s - with the fabulous harmonies of the Moonlight Serenaders and the sublime vocals of Catherine Sykes and the sounds of the Andrews Sisters - the Polka Dot Dolls. You’ll be In The Mood with this amazing swing music. Sun 4 Aug, 3pm Pavilion From £22 (Concs available) 45
The Solid Silver 60’s Show The Solid Silver 60’s Show brings you classic hits performed by the original hit makers. This year sees 60’s favourites Peter Noone, Brian Poole and Dave Berry with Vanity Fare unite for what could be the last ever Solid Silver 60’s Show! Relive some of your fondest memories with these much-loved classics. Sat 6 Apr, 7.30pm Pavilion From £27.50 (Concs available) That’ll Be The Day Back by ever-growing popular demand, get ready to party as the UK’s favourite Rock & Roll variety production returns with another chance to see its latest most popular show! Featuring incredible live music performances, this hugely entertaining spectacular blends classic gold hits from the 50s, 60s & 70s, with bags of hilarious comedy! Sat 18 May, 7.30pm Pavilion From £27 The Solid Gold Rock n Roll Show Celebrate Marty Wilde’s 80th birthday with Eden Kane, Mike Berry and, of course, The Wildcats with Little Miss Sixties, Nancy Ann Lee in this classic rock n’roll fusion of sound and rhythm that shaped the style of music we listened to then and still do today. Thu 6 Jun, 7.30pm Assembly Hall From £31 (Concs available) 46
Music Big Girls Don’t Cry Step back in time, to the era of romance. Where gents were gents, and gals were gals! Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band. Featuring hits Sherry, December 1963 (Oh What a Night) and Big Girls Don’t Cry. Fri 21 Jun, 7.45pm Pavilion From £26 (Concs available) That’ll Be The Day The UK’s No.1 Rock & Roll variety production returns with another BRAND NEW SHOW! Featuring a fresh line-up of sensational gold hits, spanning the 50s, 60s & 70s, mixed as always with more side- splitting comedy sketches! Guaranteed to have you on your feet and dancing in the aisles before the night is over. Sat 10 Aug & Sat 21 Sep, 7.30pm Pavilion From £27 The Bluejays Rock and Roll Revolution You’ll be transported back in time with this award- winning, jiving journey through the fabulous fifties with forty classic hits from Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, Eddie Cochran, Cliff Richard and more all performed live. Rock and Roll Revolution is a whistle-stop tour through music’s most defining decade. "The ultimate 1950s Rock 'n' Roll show!" - BBC Radio Fri 30 Aug, 7.30pm Pavilion From £22 (Concs available) 47
Local events
Worthing Musical Comedy altar, and Robbie then Tue 14 - Sat 18 May, 7.30pm
Society makes every wedding as
Plus Matinees Wed
The Wedding disastrous as his own. Enter
Julia, a waitress who wins his & Sat, 2.30pm
Singer affection but is engaged to a
Wall Street shark. Can Robbie
Connaught Theatre
From £17
It’s 1985 and Robbie Hart pull through to win his dream
is New Jersey's favourite girl? Ages 10+
wedding singer, until his 165 mins
fiancée leaves him at the (Incl interval)
Worthing Musical Theatre screen goddess and a young Thu 26 - Sat 28 Sep, 7.30pm
Company man she manipulates to save
Pavilion
Sunset her film career.
From £14
Boulevard Featuring music that
emotionally packs a punch
Ages 10+
150 mins
Andrew Lloyd Webber's award including With One Look, (Incl interval)
winning musical is based on The Perfect Year and Sunset
Billy Wilder's legendary film Boulevard performed with a
of romance and obsession. It full orchestra.
tells the story of a faded silent
48Local events
Worthing Philharmonic programme, beginning with Sun 9 Jun, 7.30pm
Orcestra Richard Strauss’ Wiener
Assembly Hall
Summer Philharmoniker Fanfare.
This is followed by Wagner’s From £9
Concert Overture to Rienzi and (Concs Available)
Conductor Dominic Grier Schumann’s Konzertstück
for Four Horns. The concert
The celebration of our finishes with Mahler’s
70th concert season Symphony no.1 in D Major
concludes with a rousing (‘Titan’).
Worthing Symphony with a distinctly Eastern Sun 5 May, 2.45pm
Orchestra flavour. Rimsky Korsakov’s
Assembly Hall
Yi-Yang Chen: Scheherazade is based upon
The Adventures of Sinbad From £19
Tales from the the Sailor, while Saint-Saens (Concs available)
Arabian Nights 5th Symphony for piano was
inspired by a cruise up the
Nile. The concert opens with
The closing concert of
one of Dvorak’s greatest
the season features 2018
creations – the exuberant
Sussex International Piano
overture Carnival.
Competition winner Yi-Yang
Chen in a programme
49Local events
Rainbow Twelfth Night
Laughter-filled Shakespeare
Twelfth Night
Tue 16 - Sun 21 Jul, 7.30pm
Shakespeare at his very best. Confusion,
cross-dressing and comedy Plus Matinees Sat
Rainbow Shakespeare return galore. A cavalcade of lovers & Sun 2pm
to Highdown Gardens for and clowns present perfect
summer 2019 with two very entertainment for all the
contrasting productions. family! Othello
Picnic under the stars Othello
Tue 23 - Sun 28 Jul, 7.30pm
while the magical world of Thrilling drama unfolds when Plus matinees Sat
Shakespeare comes alive General Othello is needed & Sun 2pm
around you. Celebrating their by the State. Scandal arises
20th season, come along when he marries the young
and join in a great Sussex daughter of a nobleman and Highdown Gardens
tradition! his ‘honest’ NCO undermines From £18
his all-consuming love with (concs available)
hints at her lack of innocence.
The Rowland Singers
Messiah
The Rowland Singers Choral Messiah
Society will be performing
Messiah on Good Friday. This
Fri 19 Apr, 7pm
will be signed by profoundly From £14
deaf Dr. Paul Whittaker OBE. (Concs available)
The choir will be joined by Assembly Hall
soloists and the talented 165 mins
orchestra Sinfonia of Arun (Incl interval)
to bring you Handel’s
magnificent masterpiece.
Pavilion Grand Tea Dance
A Magical afternoon in one Sun 2 Jun, 2pm
of Worthing’s most wonderful
venues. Dance the time away
Pavilion
with a Tango, Waltz, Foxtrot £15.50 including
and many more styles. Afternoon Tea
Enjoy the fantastic views from £8.50 dance only
the Pavilion Cafe Bar with an
Afternoon Tea. Turn back time 150 mins
with this popular, traditional
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