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WHAT’S ON AUTUMN/WINTER 2019 riversidetheatre.org.uk
RIVERSIDE THEATRE SEATING PLAN
*Rows C, D, E, H, J, K are not always available –
due to restrictions with production sets etc.
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PAGE 3 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 HOW TO BOOK TICKETS Online (24 hrs) riversidetheatre.org.uk T: (028) 70 123 123 E: r.daley@ulster.ac.uk In person – Riverside Theatre, Ulster University, Coleraine, BT52 1SA BOX OFFICE Open: During lunchtimes - Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 11am – 2pm & 1 hour before all ticketed events & performances. ACCESS The Riverside Theatre is committed to being an accessible venue and our public areas are fully accessible for those with limited mobility. Facilities include car-parking, adapted toilets and auditorium seating. If you have an access requirement, please make our Box Office staff aware whilst booking tickets. Visit riversidetheatre.co.uk Your Visit section to see full auditorium seating plan and Wheelchair seating available. Disclosure: Please note: All information accurate at time of print. Some details may be subject to change. The most up-to-date event information is listed online: riversidetheatre.org.uk
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SEASON AT A GLANCE
Autumn/Winter Events
DATE PERFORMANCE TIME GENRE
Thu 5 Sep Legend of Eireann - Innova Dance 8pm Dance/Community
Fri 6 Sep Legend of Eireann - Innova Dance 8pm Dance/Community
Sat 7 Sep Legend of Eireann - Innova Dance 8pm Dance/Community
Fri 13 Sep 20 - Dominic Graham Dance 8pm Dance/Community
Sat 14 Sep 20 - Dominic Graham Dance 8pm Dance/Community
Thu 19 Sep Deborah Campbell Exhibition Launch 7.30 - 9pm Exhibitions/Art Gallery
Fri 20 Sep Sister Act 8pm Musical Theatre/Community
Sat 21 Sep Sister Act 2pm & 8pm Musical Theatre/Community
Mon 23 Sep Sister Act 8pm Musical Theatre/Community
Tue 24 Sep Sister Act 8pm Musical Theatre/Community
Wed 25 Sep Sister Act 8pm Musical Theatre/Community
Thu 26 Sep Sister Act 8pm Musical Theatre/Community
Fri 27 Sep Sister Act 8pm Musical Theatre/Community
Sat 28 Sep Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
Sister Act 2pm & 8pm Musical Theatre/Community
Tue 1 Oct Now That’s What I Call Country Music 8pm Music
Thu 3 Oct Roll Up, The Showman is Coming 8pm Music
Fri 4 Oct Shane Todd - The Toddfather Tour 8pm Comedy
Sat 5 Oct Macrame Workshop 10am - 4pm Arts & Crafts
Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
Cash Returns 8pm Music
Wed 9 Oct Foster & Allen 8pm Music
Thu 10 Oct Defending the Caveman 7.30pm Drama/Comedy
Fri 11 Oct Gary Meikle - iBrow Guy 8pm Comedy
Sat 12 Oct Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
The Illegals 8pm Music
Mon 14 Oct Fighting Words Volunteer Training 10am - 12noon Creative Writing
Tue 15 Oct Riverside Comedy Club 8pm Comedy
Wed 16 Oct Tess of the D’Urbervilles 8pm Drama
Fri 18 Oct Fake ID 8pm Drama/Comedy
Sat 19 Oct The Greatest Showman (Sing Along) 10.30am Film Screening
Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
Flash Harry 8pm Music
Tue 22 Oct Fighting Words Volunteer Training 10am - 12noon Creative Writing
Thu 24 Oct The Fureys 8pm Music
Fri 25 Oct Nuala McKeever - 8pm Comedy
Letting Go or Losing It?
Sat 26 Oct Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
Mr Hullabaloos Happy Halloween 2.30pm Family
Ciara Rafferty & Band 8pm Music
Wed 30 Oct Sorry for Your Loss 8pm Comedy/Drama
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SEASON AT A GLANCE
Autumn/Winter Events
DATE PERFORMANCE TIME GENRE
Fri 1 Nov Eva Cassidy ‘The Story’ 8pm Music
Sat 2 Nov Retro Cartoon Club - Looney Tunes 10.30am Film Screening
Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
Joan Baez Tribute by Miss Irenie Rose 8pm Music
Wed 6 Nov The Biggest Show in the Country 8pm Drama
Thu 7 Nov Neil Oliver - Story of these islands 8pm Natural History
in 100 Places
Fri 8 Nov Othello 7.30pm Drama/Shakespeare
Sat 9 Nov Basket Weaving Workshop 10am - 4pm Arts & Crafts
Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
An Evening with Julie Andrews 8pm Musical Theatre
Fri 15 Nov Kelly Neill - Dance Fusion Showcase 7.30pm Dance/Community
Sat 16 Nov Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1.30pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
Kelly Neill - Dance Fusion Showcase 7.30pm Dance/Community
Tue 19 Nov Riverside Comedy Club 8pm Comedy
Wed 20 Nov Phil Coulter - Return to Tranquility 8pm Music
Thu 21 Nov Victoria Logan Art & Illustration 7.30 - 9pm Exhibitions/Art Gallery
Exhibition Launch
Private Peaceful 8pm Drama
Fri 22 Nov Bye Bye Baby - Frankie Valli & 8pm Music
Four Seasons Tribute
Sat 23 Nov Riverside Youth Theatre Minis/Midis 11.30am - 1pm Children & Young People
Riverside Youth Theatre Seniors 2 - 4pm Children & Young People
The Indians 8pm Music
Wed 27 Nov Jimmy Buckley & Guests 8pm Music
Sat 30 Nov Alternative Christmas Stories 8pm Drama
Wed 4, Thu 5, Fri 6 Dec Jack & the Beanstalk 10am Pantomime
Sat 7 Dec Christmas Wreath & 10am - 4pm Arts & Crafts
Decorations Workshop
Jack & the Beanstalk 10am Pantomime
(Relaxed Performance)
Jack & the Beanstalk 2pm Pantomime
Jack & the Beanstalk 6pm Pantomime
Wed 11 Dec Jack & the Beanstalk (Nursery/ 10am Pantomime
Early Years Performance)
Colin Geddis - Safe Space Tour 8pm Comedy
Thu 12, Fri 13, Sat 14 Dec Jack & the Beanstalk 10am Pantomime
Sat 14 Dec Jack & the Beanstalk 2pm Pantomime
Jack & the Beanstalk 6pm Pantomime
Thu 19 + 20 Dec Victoria Lagan Dance & 8pm Dance/Community
Drama Showcase
Sat 21 Dec The Polar Express 10.30am Film Screening
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YOUR VISIT
TRUVA RIVERSIDE CAFÉ
By day a perfect spot for long lunches and relaxing
pit stops and by night a creative hub and socialising
space for cast, crew, audiences and the general
public. Truva Riverside serves up a fresh authentic
Mediterranean inspired menu with stunning views
across the River Bann.
A selection of coffee, tea and soft drinks with a varied menu of mezze & small
‘plates’ freshly prepared daily. Food that is great in taste & good value, served
with our exemplary service from our friendly, helpful staff. Whether you have time
to enjoy the view or need to grab a fresh & tasty lunch on the go Truva Riverside
will transport you to the Med for an experience that will tantalise your taste buds.
Open: Monday – Saturday (Term-time) 10am – 3pm and
for pre theatre dining on show nights from 5.30pm
book a table by emailing: truvameze@gmail.com
RIVERSIDE BAR help you source additional extras to
The Riverside Bar also opens during make your event unique to your own
events offering an extensive range of particular vision. Let us know if we
drinks including local craft gins and can help source anything extra for the
beers. day …from red carpets, performers,
photographers … the sky is the limit …
BEAT THE QUEUES to create an event you and your guests
Beat the interval queue by pre-ordering will never forget …
your drinks and snacks at our service
points on arrival. Simply place and pay PRIVATE PARTIES
for your order before the show starts Whether you are a community group
and your drinks will be waiting for you hoping to arrange a bespoke gathering
at the collection point allowing you or a parent trying to organise a child’s
more time to enjoy the short interlude. birthday party – the Riverside can tailor
a package to suit your party’s needs.
CONFERENCING/ Email: r.sturgeon@ulster.ac.uk
EVENTS/WEDDINGS for more information on all our
From bohemian bash to red carpet hospitality packages or enquire
showbiz glitz and vaudeville themed by calling 028 7012 3387.
spectacle – the Riverside team can
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CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE
RIVERSIDE YOUTH THEATRE (RYT)
There is a lot of established research about the
positive influences from drama, theatre and the
performing arts, especially for children & young
people. The benefits can be physical, emotional
and social. Being creative and learning to
make creative choices help young people to be
better at thinking of new ideas, allowing them
to view the world around them in new ways.
Einstein said, “Imagination is more important
than knowledge.” RYT aims to develop the next
generation of ‘big thinkers’ by instilling:
•Self-Confidence •Cooperation •Emotional Outlet
•Imagination •Concentration •Physical Fitness
•Empathy •Communication Skills •Memory
•Appreciation for Arts and Culture
RYT MINIS (5-7 years old) & MIDIS (8-12 years old)
Fee: £75 per child x 10 weeks - Saturdays 11.30am – 1pm
TERM 1: Workshops on: 28 Sept, 5, 12, 19, 26 Oct, 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Nov
This term the Minis and Midis will enjoy various sessions in drama, dance, movement, costume,
props, storytelling, film and theatre building confidence, communication and creativity skills –
preparing the children to produce their own unique production performed on the Riverside stage in
the second term.
RYT SENIORS
(13 – 18 years +)
Fee: £80 per young person x 10
weeks Saturdays 2 – 4pm
Workshops on:
28 Sept, 5, 12, 19, 26 Oct,
2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Nov
This term the Seniors group will primarily be working towards taking part in the Riverside
pantomime, Jack & the Beanstalk this year! However sessions will also include many other theatre
workshops developing skills towards producing their own unique showcase in the second term too.
Please note: RYT Seniors will also have to attend dress rehearsals for panto on
either 2/3 December 7-9pm and will get to perform in
either Saturday 7th or 14th December performance of Jack & the Beanstalk
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SCHOOLS/CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE/CREATIVE WRITING
FIGHTING WORDS in COLERAINE
Following on from a successful pilot project last year – the Riverside is excited to be able to offer
more FREE creative writing workshops for school groups, delivered by Fighting Words Belfast.
At a Fighting Words workshop, the group set out on a story-making journey with trained volunteer
mentors, working at first collaboratively and then individually to create brand-new tales. All
participants leave as published writers with their own storybook.
Fighting Words Belfast is a sister organisation of Fighting Words (Dublin), inspired by 826 Valencia
in San Francisco and part of a growing network of creative writing centres around the world. Its
patrons are the acclaimed writers Glenn Patterson, Lucy Caldwell, Paul Muldoon, Roddy Doyle, Nick
Hornby, and Dave Eggers. The project’s aim is, in Glenn Patterson's words, to ‘empower children
and young people to become the authors of their own lives’. All Fighting Words workshops take
place outside a classroom setting, helping to ‘de-school’ the creative writing experience. Fighting
Words exists to respect and amplify the voices and imaginations of all our young people, and works
tirelessly to empower them through the art of story-telling.
Writing mentors needed at Riverside
Fighting Words workshops are powered by volunteer mentors. No writing or teaching background is
necessary to mentor - just an interest in stories and curiosity about children's ideas. Over 300 Fighting
Words volunteers have been trained in NI; people 18+ from all walks of life find mentoring to be an
uplifting, valuable experience. Training sessions for anyone who would like to be involved and find
out more are taking place at the Riverside on:
•Monday 14 October – (10am - 12pm) •Tuesday 22 October – (10am - 12pm)
Schools workshops in November
A limited number of schools workshops will be
available in November 2019. Please let us know
if your school or class would like to avail of these
amazing, free creative sessions, or if you'd like
to see them happening at your child's school. In
the future, we want to see a dedicated Fighting
Words centre at Riverside for Coleraine and
surrounding schools. We can't reach everyone
at once, but taking note of local interest in the
project will help us build it going forward.
Please email the Theatre Manager,
Roseanne (r.sturgeon@ulster.ac.uk)
for more information on mentoring,
to sign up for a volunteer training,
or to register interest in schools workshops.
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DRAMA
DANCE/COMMUNITY
Innova Dance Company presents
LEGEND OF EIREANN
Thursday 5, Friday 6 & Saturday 7 September, 8pm - Tickets £15
Innova Irish Dance Company are delighted to be returning to the Riverside Theatre once again.
Since rising to fame on ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ in 2014, the Portstewart based troupe have appeared
at numerous prestigious events both locally in the UK and Ireland and internationally throughout
Europe, The Middle East and Asia. Their show ‘Legend of Eireann’, which debuted during a tour
of China in 2017, promises an unforgettable evening where storytelling and Irish dancing are
magically combined. Drawing on inspiration from Irish myths and folklore, the extended cast of 70
dancers will take you on a journey where good battles to overcome evil - all showcased through
Innova’s unique style of choreography.
It’s new. It’s fresh. It’s exciting. It’s Irish dancing but not as you know it!
DANCE/COMMUNITY
Dominic Graham School of Dance In February 1999 Dominic Graham produced
presents his first show for DGS at the Riverside Theatre
20
for his school of dancers of all ages. Since then
every year DGS produces a new show, and
over the last 20 years has introduced hundreds
Friday 13 & Saturday 14 September,8pm of young people to the stage.
Tickets: £11
This year after their 6th appearance at the
Celtic World Festival in Ortigueira Spain
and other extensive touring DGS is proud to
present. 20,a show full of tradition, innovation
and talent of all ages.
Come join us celebrate 20 years of DGS Dance
at the Riverside.
PAGE 10 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 MUSICAL THEATRE/COMMUNITY Portrush Musical Society presents SISTER ACT Friday 20 - Saturday 28 September, 8pm (excluding Sunday) 2pm Matinees on Saturday 21 & 28 September Tickets: From £16 - £20 When aspiring singer Deloris Van Cartier sees her gangster boyfriend commit a murder, she is taken into a Witness Protection Programme and hidden in the least likely place she’d ever be found - a convent. Whilst there, Deloris breathes new life into the nuns’ choir turning them into gospel superstars and learns there’s more to life than fame and fortune. Based on the 1992 mega-hit film starring Whoopi Goldberg, Sister Act - The Musical has a powerful gospel and disco-inspired score by 8-time Oscar winner Alan Menken. Back by popular demand after their sold out run in 2014 - Award-winning Portrush Music Society return to the Riverside Theatre with this spectacular, funny, feel-good musical. Age guideline 6 years old +
PAGE 11 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 MUSIC Aiken Promotions presents Tuesday 1 October, 8pm Tickets: £25 Featuring 20 songs from the hit compilation album 'Now That’s What I Call Country Music' and featuring the six-piece virtuoso country band The Wagon Wheelers. This is a journey through the last 100 years of country music where the audience get to pick which songs are played via a giant wagon wheel of fortune. There will be full audience participation each night where the audience ‘write’ a song with the band drawing on their personal experiences which they share on the night. The producer Ian Brown was nominated for an Ivor Novello Award in 2007 for co - writing the world wide number one hit ‘I Wish I Was A Punk Rocker’. He has written songs for Fisherman’s Friends, Jason Donovan, D Side, Pixie Lott, Graham Gouldman, Henry Priestman, Simon Webbe, Drumsound & Bassline Smith and Don Diablo. MUSIC David Hull Promotions presents Roll Up, Roll Up the Showman is Coming starring Peter Corry Thursday 3 October, 8pm - Tickets: £25 THE SHOWMAN IS COMING - Peter Corry combines the passion of Moulin Rouge, the spectacle of Barnum and the magic of The Greatest Showman in this new show, bringing an eclectic mix of iconic songs from "Somebody to Love", "Your Song", "Rise Like a Phoenix", "The Show Must Go On", ”Spanish Train" to "This is the Greatest Show" With dynamic dancers, singers and multi-talented performers, this show brings high energy entertainment hosted by internationally renowned Peter Corry, Irelands Greatest Showman. For over 20 years Peter Corry has performed throughout the world featuring in musicals such as Les Miserables in London’s West End to the MGM Las Vegas.
PAGE 12 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 COMEDY SHANE TODD ‘THE TODDFATHER 2019 TOUR Friday 4 October, 8pm - Tickets: £15 When you lose a bet with a mate and have to get 'The Toddfather' tattooed on your leg you can either have it removed with a laser, or become.... The Toddfather. With millions of online video views, a 2018 UK & Ireland stand up tour, television appearances and 'The Shane Toddcast' podcast, it's a live show where he's most at home. Join him for his biggest tour yet! *LIVE MUSIC IN THE BAR ON THIS NIGHT * MUSIC CASH RETURNS Saturday 5 October, 8pm Tickets: £20 The smash hit band Cash Returns makes their way back to the stage this time with an exciting new show to mark the50th anniversary of Johnny Cash’s legendary San Quentin album. The award winning JP Mac as the Man In Black along with June Carter and electric live band will bring the audiences back to 1969 when Cash blew away the inmates of San Quentin penitentiary and the rest of the world with one of the most famous and iconic live musical performances in front of TV cameras.
PAGE 13 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 MUSIC David Hull Promotions presents FOSTER & ALLEN Wednesday 9 October, 8pm - Tickets: £25 The story of Foster & Allen began back in the seventies when Mick & Tony were playing in country music bands around Ireland and had the idea to form a duo playing ‘easy listening music’ with a touch of traditional Irish instrumentals in their show. To date they have released over thirty albums and fourteen videos / DVDs, all of which have gone into the British charts. In total they have sales worldwide in excess of twenty million. COMEDY/DRAMA DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN Thursday 10 October, 7.30pm - Tickets: £21 Have you ever wondered why men can’t multitask, or why women can’t change a tyre? Wonder no more as the longest running one-person show in Broadway and Las Vegas history, Rob Becker’s “Defending the Caveman” is here to challenge and demystify the differences between the sexes. Starring the “hysterically funny” stand-up comedian, Tom O’Mahony, the Oliver Award winning show, Defending the Caveman has won the hearts of millions across the globe and now tours Ireland for the first time.
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COMEDY
GARY MEIKLE
‘THE iBROW GUY’
Friday 11 October, 8pm - Tickets: £16
Scottish comedy award winner & viral sensation Gary
Meikle has risen through the ranks quicker than most
and is now in high demand at the best comedy clubs
across the UK. He has recently been supporting
huge names such as Jason Manford, Tom Stade &
Milton Jones and now he’s bringing his own show,
The iBrow Guy, to the people as part of his semi-
permanent tour.
Gary will lay before you his remarkable life
story about how he’s survived a troubled
childhood to defy the odds, raised a daughter
without her mother and became a granddad
all before he was 40! Gary is not one
for mincing his words so expect the
unexpected from this playfully dark
effervescent rising star.
*LIVE MUSIC IN THE BAR ON THIS NIGHT *
MUSIC
After 25 years the Eagles came back with their
Oldshore Productions presents magical Hell Freezes Over world tour and Fleetwood
Mac reformed their most successful line-up.
THE ILLEGALS To celebrate, The Illegals are putting a new show
for these two ground-shaking music events from the
with Niamh Kavanagh world’s two most iconic rock bands.
Eagles and Fleetwood Mac ‘25’ Tour Led by Niamh Kavanagh, she of the mesmerizing
Saturday 12 October, 8pm - Tickets: £18 voice and mischievous spirit, The Illegals will take you
on a journey for three hours of soulful harmonies,
exciting riffs, blistering guitars and unforgettable
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COMEDY
Featuring Dave Elliott & Aaron McCann -
Support from Alan Irwin and Frazer Robb
Tuesday 15 October, 8pm - Tickets: £5
Dave Elliott is one of the stand out acts on the Alan Irwin is a Lisburn-born stand-up
Northern Irish comedy scene, Dave is the host comedian. Since his first gig in 2010, he has
of the very popular Dave Elliotts Weird Podcast performed across the UK and Ireland. A former
and is among the players behind BBC NI sketch Chortle Student Comedy Award finalist, he has
show Late Licence, and Radio Ulster comedy made appearances on BBC Radio Ulster’s “Live
shows Live at the Sunflower and The Shane at the Sunflower” and, and starred as Sandy on
Todd Show. BBC NI’s hit sitcom “Soft Border Patrol”.
Frazer has been a stalwart of the Northern Your MC for the evening is Paddy McGaughey.
Ireland comedy scene for over a decade. Paddy is one of the most talented comics in
Frazer was recently featured on BBC Radio Northern Ireland and has opened for Tim
Ulster’s Live at the Sunflower. McGarry, Jake O’Kane and Patrick Kielty. He is
regular MC of Ballymena’s Braid Comedy Club.PAGE 16 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
DRAMA
Hotbuckle Productions presents
TESS OF THE
D’URBERVILLES
Wednesday 16 October, 8pm - Tickets: £15 (concession £12)
“Why didn’t you tell me there was danger? Why didn’t you
warn me? Ladies know what to guard against, because they
read novels that tell them of these tricks; but I never had the
chance of discovering in that way;”
Perhaps Hardy’s fictional masterpiece, Tess of the D’Urbervilles
traces the life of the young country girl Tess Durbeyfield.
Driven by family poverty to claim kinship with the wealthy
D’Urberville family, the innocent Tess crosses paths with her
‘cousin’, the dissolute Alec and the gentleman, Angel Clare,
with tragic results. Hardy’s heroine is one of the most moving
in all of literature, and her story is hauntingly brought to life in
this new version by Hotbuckle.
On Hotbuckle’s Wuthering Heights, “…beautifully handled … this is the company’s best yet” (BBC
Radio Shropshire), and Far From the Madding Crowd, “… a magical production” (The Stage).
DRAMA
Joe Nawaz presents
FAKE ID
Friday 18 October, 8pm - Tickets: £10
Written and performed by Joseph Nawaz, and directed
by Emily Foran, Fake I.D. is a one-man show (“with
slides”) about struggles with family and identity in a
cold social climate…
Growing up in a mixed-race, mixed-faith household at
the height of the northern Irish troubles, Joseph takes us
through some old family snapshots, and his childhood
years in 80s and 90s Belfast.
Expect excruciating revelation, some confusion as to the
actual direction of Mecca from Balmoral Avenue plus
an attempt to finally solving the age-old riddle of what
the difference is between a Protestant Muslim and a
Catholic Muslim.PAGE 17 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
MUSIC
David Hull Promotions presents
FLASH HARRY -
THE MAGIC OF
QUEEN
Saturday 19 October, 8pm -
Tickets: £19.50
Flash Harry is Northern Ireland’s most enduring Rhapsody”, “Who Wants to Live Forever” and
tribute band, celebrating the music of super star everything in between.
Freddie Mercury and super group Queen, for
The five piece band have played everywhere
over 25 years.
from the USA to Dubai as well as major venues
Flash Harry deliver a rock show that will have in the UK and Ireland and continue to sell out
the audience rocking in their seats and singing venues wherever they go, recreating the magic
along to anthems of one of the greatest bands of Queen for audiences young and old. For a
in history; featuring classics like “Radio GaGa”, true celebration of the music of Queen, Flash
“We Are the Champions”, to “Bohemian Harry are a band not to be missed.
MUSIC
THE FUREYS
Thursday 24 October, 8pm - Tickets: £25
Legends of Irish music & song The Fureys,
renowned for their hit songs ‘I will love you’,
‘When you were sweet16’, ‘The Green fields
of France’, ‘The old man’ and ‘Red rose café’
return to The Riverside Theatre this Autumn.
The Fureys have been entertaining audiences Billy Connolly, Gerry Rafferty and Alex
worldwide for 41 years, audiences that have Campbell. In 1969 with his brother Finbar,
included former Australian Prime Minister John he was the special guest for the Clancy
Howard, Former Irish President Mary McAleese Brothers and Tommy Makem throughout
and the late Pope John Paul. the USA and Canada. In 1971 he moved to
mainland Europe where he toured for seven
The oldest of the brothers, Eddie Furey left years. Dave Stewart from the Eurythmics
home in 1966 and travelled to Scotland at the has credited Eddie with teaching him his
time of the great folk revival where he shared first chords on guitar when they met up in
accommodation with then unknown folk singers the North East of England while Dave was
still a teenager.PAGE 18 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
COMEDY
NUALA McKEEVER -
LETTING GO OR LOSING IT?
Friday 25 October, 8pm - Tickets: £15 (conc. £13)
you want reassurance that you’re not the only
one struggling with all the things life throws at
you, step right up!
Weight gain, menopause, bereavement and
becoming invisible – just some of the joys that
await the woman of a certain age. Nuala
McKeever gives both a go in her hilarious
new show as she transforms the awful into the
awfully funny, by way of her trademark wit
and compassion.
Nuala McKeever brings her hilarious stand up
show to the Riverside. Suitable for men and women and those who
define as both or neither.
If you’re gliding gracefully towards the second half
of your life, maybe this isn’t the show for you. But if *LIVE MUSIC IN THE BAR ON THIS NIGHT *
FAMILY/CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE
Mr Hullabaloo presents
HAPPY
HALLOWEEN
Saturday 26 October, 2.30pm
Tickets: £8
Join magical storyteller Mr Hullabaloo and
his colourful puppet friends in the colourful
pumpkin patch where an exciting adventure is
about to unfold.
Full of stories and songs, this show is an
ideal way for families with young children to
celebrate the season.
Don’t miss out on all of the fun tricks and treats
when Mr Hullabaloo arrives in your local
theatre this Autumn.PAGE 19 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 MUSIC CIARA RAFFERTY & BAND A night of Country & Americana Saturday 26 October, 8pm - Tickets: £10 (conc. £8) This October, on an Autumnal evening at the Riverside Theatre, Coleraine-born, Cíara Rafferty and her band will celebrate songs written by fellow artists such as Imelda May, Johnny Cash, The Carter Family, Dolly Parton, John Denver, Garth Brooks and many more, alongside her original music. Cíara has had radio play on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 4, BBC London, Talk Radio and Chris Country. In March, Cíara’s first solo EP ‘Wild’ was released, following her hugely successful sold-out launch party at the London Jukebox. “Absolutely superb” - Baylen Leonard, Chris Country Radio “I’ve got a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes, that’s so beautiful, so beautiful, really” - Nikki Bedi, BBC Radio London DRAMA/COMMUNITY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS Wednesday 30 October, 8pm - Tickets: £20 Nothing ever happens in the isolated townland of Bannion, Donegal. But when sisters Barbara and Alice learn of the passing of their uncle Paddy (or is it Peter)? their fortunes are about to change. Hosting an Irish wake - EASY...! Keeping this a secret from their cunning sister Majella and superstitious niece Cara? - DIFFICULT...! Especially as Bannion is home to some unusual townsfolk. Are they making a grave mistake, or are their lives gonna hit a dead end? With more twists than a cork screw this adult humour show will have you killed with laughter, as we give uncle Paddy the send off he always wanted!! If it’s laughter you’re after then this is the wake for you. Written by Entertainer Gary Gamble & Comedy Actress Sinead McAteer featuring the Ban-Rúa Theatre Group.
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MUSIC
EVA CASSIDY ‘THE STORY’
Friday 1 November, 8pm - Tickets £15
A portrayal of the life of Eva Cassidy through
video, voice and song. Elsa Jean McTaggart
presents a tribute to her all-time favourite artist
Eva Cassidy. Elsa’s voice has been described
as ‘smooth as velvet... sultry’ (Joe Simmons,
Edinburgh Tonight) and “One of these very few
people with a distinctive enough voice to do the
music and songs of Eva Cassidy justice.”(Tom King
Southside Advertiser).
An icon of acoustic music. Wistful and emotional
vocals, beautiful guitar accompaniment, Eva
Cassidy had the power to move audiences through
her interpretation of well-known songs. Elsa has
devised this very special show to pay homage to
this true interpreter of song.
MUSIC
JOAN BAEZ Tribute
by ‘Miss Irenie Rose’
Saturday 2 November, 8pm - Tickets: £15
Having been dubbed a similar vocalist
to Joan Baez, Miss Irenie Rose now sings
the well-loved songs written and sung by
Joan Baez. A giant of the folk world, Joan
Baez’ music has spanned the generations
and become a landmark name.
Choosing a selection of the universally
acclaimed songs, Irenie is bringing a taste
of Joan Baez to the stage.
From the Isle of Lewis, Miss IrenieRose is
a popular artist in her own right. Having
toured the country and abroad, appeared
on national radio and television stations,
played at festivals of international renown
and supported some well-known artists,
this show is sure to be a treat for the ears.PAGE 21 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 NATURAL HISTORY David Hull Promotions presents NEIL OLIVER The Story of these Islands in 100 places Thursday 7 November, 8pm - Tickets: £26 Neil was born to love these islands. During his 20 years travelling to every corner, and whilst filming BBC2’s ‘Coast’, he’s fallen in love all over again. From north to south, east to west it cradles astonishing beauty. The human story here is a million years old, and counting. The tolerant, easy-going peace we enjoy has been hard won and the places Neil’s seen have given him a unique view and understanding of history. Hear in his amusing and entertaining way what it all means to him, and why we need to cherish and celebrate our wonderful countries.
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DRAMA/THEATRE
Wake the Beast presents
THE BIGGEST SHOW
IN THE COUNTRY
Wednesday 6 November, 8pm - Tickets £10
It’s 2024, Stormont has been down for years. The UK and Ireland
have long disengaged from Northern Ireland.
When an unexpected oil discovery in Mary’s garden
suddenlychanges the fortunes of Ulster & its people, is the
world ready for the emergence of Northern Ireland as a global
economic superpower?
Inspired by ‘The Nolan show’, a daily radio phone in show, TBSITC
is a timely anecdote to the ‘troubles’ narrative. A dark new musical
comedy. Swapping guns, bombs & bullets for glitter, banter &
ballads.
DRAMA/THEATRE
Bright Umbrella Drama Company presents
OTHELLO
by William Shakespeare
Friday 8 November, 7.30pm - Tickets £12 (conc. £10)
Driven by jealousy, ambition and pure malice, the evil
Ensign Iago poisons the mind of General Othello with
lies and innuendo concerning his wife Desdemona
in Shakespeare’s timeless tale of racism, domestic
violence, jealousy, lust and revenge. BUDCo presents
a colourful, fast paced production in a modern
military setting shot through with humour, pathos
and tragedy. The play has much to say to
modern audiences in an era of the pursuit of
women’s’ rights, the ‘Me Too’ movement
and the challenges posed by racism
and a fear of ‘otherness.’
Running Time: This production is
abridged and lasts around 1 hour,
40 minutes.PAGE 23 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
MUSICAL THEATRE
AN EVENING WITH
JULIE ANDREWS
Performed by Katie Patton
Saturday 9 November, 8pm
Tickets: £14 (conc. £12)
The Riverside Theatre is proud to present An
evening with Julie Andrews starring Katie Patton
as Julie.
The hills really are alive with the sound of music!
Join local song bird Katie Patton who will be
taking on the role of Julie, alongside musical
extraordinaire Ryan Quinn in a heartfelt tribute
performance celebrating the life & career of stage & screen star Dame Julie Andrews.
So, step in time & get your tickets booked NOW for this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
performance, we guarantee you will not be disappointed & positive you will be dancing all night to
your favourite tune!
“She is Practically Perfect in Everyway”
DANCE/COMMUNITY
Kelly Neil Dance Company presents
DANCE FUSION
SHOWCASE 2019
Friday 15 & Saturday 16 November 7.30pm
Tickets: £12
Kelly Neill Dance Co bring you their 5th
annual showcase to the Riverside Theatre. All
students in the dance school from the age of
5 years right through to senior level will light
up the stage with their talent including guest
performances. A jam packed show for all the
family not to be missed.PAGE 24 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
COMEDY
Featuring Teresa Livingstone & Ruairi Woods
With support from Peter E Davidson and Matthew Collins
Tuesday 19 November, 8pm - Tickets: £5
Ruairi Woods will be bringing his unique (Matthew Collins) and Guns N Rosé (Peter E
physicality and story-telling abilities. Ruairi is Davidson)
one of Northern Ireland’s most exciting comedy
Your MC for the evening is North Belfast
talents and has featured on The Blame Game
comedian and former YoYo Champion, Terry
and is the host of The Woods Talk Podcast
McHugh. Terry has played to sold out audiences
Support on the night will be in the form of Peter E in Belfast’s Grand Opera House and Waterfront
Davidson and Matthew Collins. Both can boast Hall and Derry’s Millennium Forum.
extremely successful Edinburgh shows, PuzzledPAGE 25 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
MUSIC
PHIL COULTER -
Return to Tranquility
Wednesday 20 November, 8pm - Tickets: £28
Phil’s long career as a songwriter, producer and recording
artiste has been recognised over the years.
Very few in the music business can boast of having chart
entries in every decade since the sixties. Even fewer
can match the range of Phil’s output – from Eurovision
winners to folk classics, from tender ballads to sporting
anthems, from Luke Kelly to Elvis Presley!
As Phil trawls through his 50 years of creativity there
is no doubt some of the big hits alongside some
which he thought should have been hits. An
original retrospective on the work of one of our
finest, it’s a show for every lover of good music.
DRAMA/THEATRE
Pintsized Productions presents
PRIVATE PEACEFUL
Thursday 21 November, 8pm - Tickets: £10
“I’ve had nearly eighteen years of yesterdays and
tomorrows, and tonight I must remember as many of
them as I can.”
Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo
Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the
firing squad at dawn. During the night, he looks back at
his short but joyful past growing up in rural Devon: his
exciting first days at school; the accident in the forest that
killed his father; his adventures with Molly, the love of his
life; and the battles and injustices of war that brought him
to the front line.
One actor brings a host of 22 characters to life in this
highly physical and poignant show that charters Tommo’s
infancy, teenage years and his “manhood”, and all the
trials and tribulations that come with those early years.PAGE 26 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
MUSIC
BYE BYE BABY -
A Celebration of the Music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
Friday 22 November, 8pm - Tickets: £24.50
Productions in 2013, and features
four singers starring as Valli,
Tommy DeVito, Nick Massi and Bob
Gaudio.
December ’63 (Oh What A
Night),Beggin’, Sherry, Walk Like A
Man, Opus 17, Why Do Fools Fall in
Love, and Grease are just some of
the hits that are performed by this
sensational band. New additions for
2017 include Northern Soul classic,
‘The Night’, and the Four Seasons
‘Bye Bye Baby - A Celebration of Frankie Valli and the version of the Beatles classic, ‘We
Four Seasons’ was the first show created by Ryzer Mullins Can Work It Out’.
MUSIC
THE INDIANS
Saturday 23 November, 8pm
Tickets: £17.50
In concert with special guest
BIG CHIEF FLAMING STAR
Ireland’s top showband is back at the
Riverside Theatre for one night only.
Regarded as one of the most entertaining
Irish bands on the road, they are embarking
on another nostalgic concert tour featuring
by public demand, the original Big Chief
Flaming Star (Noel Brady), as a special
guest for this concert.
IT SHOULD BE A FANTASTIC SHOW, BELTING OUT INDIANS HITS
RANGING FROM 1971 UP UNTIL THE PRESENTPAGE 27 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 MUSIC JIMMY BUCKLEY With special guest Claudia Wednesday 27 November, 8pm - Tickets: £21.50 Jimmy Buckley is without a doubt one of Ireland’s best loved and most respected performers.. Jimmy has enjoyed many years at the top of his profession and received numerous awards including the prestigious Entertainer of the year in the RTE music awards. Jimmy possess a very rare talent, not only as a phenomenal singer but also as a hilarious mimic of other major stars. Jimmy’s show contains a wide variety of material, Country, Big Ballads and tribute medleys to the greats of country music Hank Williams & Charlie pride. Along with his magnificent band Jimmy will entertain you superbly and looks forward to meeting friends old & new. DRAMA The Makey Uppers present ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS STORIES Saturday 30 November, 8pm Tickets: £12 (conc. £10) A Christmas antidote for grown-ups with all the seasons’ favourites. A Panto Nativity, an alternative carol service, the Krampus, a wandering babushka, and Christmas like you’ve never experienced it before. The comedy storytellers delve into the furthest recesses of the festive season from across the world, find strange and familiar traditions, and give them the skew-whiffed MakeyUpper makeover to bring you a hilariously irreverent show with humour and horror in equal measure. (Contains strong language & adult themes)
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PANTOMIME/FAMILY/CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE
The Riverside Theatre in association with Mr Hullabaloo
presents
JACK & THE BEANSTALK
Wednesday 4 December, 10am
Thursday 5 December, 10am
Friday 6 December, 10am
Saturday 7 December, 10am (Relaxed Performance), 2pm, 6pm
Wednesday 11December, 10am (Special Nursery/Early Years performance – 60mins)
Thursday 12 December, 10am
Friday 13 December, 10am
Saturday 14 December, 10am, 2pm & 6pm
Tickets: Adults £12/Children £10/Schools £7.50
The Riverside Theatre in association with Mr Hullabaloo proudly present this year’s
festive pantomime – Jack & the Beanstalk.
Combining spectacular sets with lavish costumes and a fabulous cast this spectacular
show is guaranteed to have you all on your feet singing, dancing and laughing along
especially with everyone’s favourite dancing pantomime cow Daisy.
It’s sure to be a Giant of a tale. Tickets on sale now for this adventure of a lifetime!
Please note that Saturday 7 December at 10am will be a ‘relaxed performance’,
designed for children and young people with autism and learning difficulties.
Wednesday 11 December, 10am will be a special nursery schools performance lasting
60 minutes.
*Relaxed performances:
Perfect for anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed performance environment –
including those with an autism spectrum condition or learning disability.
What’s different?
• the lights in the audience will be up so that it’s not too dark
• you can make noise during the show
• you can come and go as you please
• if you need a break there are chill out areas in the foyer
• We make small changes to the lights and sound
(such as taking out strobes lights) so that the performance is more
accessible if you have sensory sensitivities.PAGE 30 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
COMEDY
Shine presents
COLIN GEDDIS
SAFE SPACE
Wednesday 11 December, 8pm
Tickets: £17.50
Ahead of his SSE Arena show in 2020,Col-
in Geddis (Creator of The General Banter
Podcast, Gedzilla Films, Barry The Blender…)
Brings you his brand new stand-up show “Safe
Space”. Delivering his trademark brand of
side-splittingly inappropriate humour
*LIVE MUSIC IN THE BAR ON THIS NIGHT *
DANCE/COMMUNITY
Victoria Lagan Dance and Drama presents
CHRISTMAS SHOWCASE
Thursday 19 & Friday 20 December 8pm
Tickets: £14
Immerse yourself into the festive
season with VLDD’s annual
Christmas show, guaranteed
to leave you with that holiday
feeling.
Enjoy a night of youth
entertainment in dance and
drama by local award winning
talent. Victoria Lagan Dance
and Drama Studio is proud to be
members of NATD and LAMDA.PAGE 31 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
WORKSHOPS
Autumnal Crafting in the Riverside –
marvellous makes for your own home or as a
Christmas presents for friends and family
From glass-painting for President Mary McAleese to creating a three-foot willow candleholder
for ITV’s This Morning programme and working on a willow arch for the Queen’s Jubilee, Louise
McLean is an inspiration to crafters everywhere and we are delighted to have her facilitate
these fabulous workshops at Riverside this Autumn.
Saturday 5 October 10am – 4pm
MACRAME
WORKSHOP
Café/Foyer
£65 per person (Max 10 participants)
Saturday 9 November 10am – 4pm
BLACKBERRY
BASKET WEAVING
WORKSHOP
Café/Foyer
£65 per person (Max 10 participants)
Saturday 7 December 10am – 4pm
WILLOW WREATH
& CHRISTMAS
DECORATION
WORKSHOP
Rehearsal Room
£65 per person (Max 10 participants)
SAVE £30 AND BOOK
ALL THREE WORKSHOPS FOR £165PAGE 32 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
FAMILY FILM SCREENINGS
in partnership with CINEMAGIC
Saturday 19 October, 10.30am
THE GREATEST
SHOWMAN
(SING-A-LONG)
Tickets: £5
LOOK OUT ‘CAUSE HERE IT COMES …
Cheer on Hugh Jackman, swoon after Zach Efron
and hiss Rebecca Ferguson (…or maybe not) as you experience The Greatest Showman in the
greatest way possible – with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want.
Running time: 1 hour 45 minutes /Cert: PG
Saturday 2 November, 10.30am
RETRO CARTOON
CLUB LOONEY
TUNES ALL STARS
Tickets: £5
Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, Road Runner, Sylvester the
Cat, Elmer Fudd, and the rest of the “Looney Tunes”
gang are ready to take centre stage again at the
first of our retro cartoon clubs at the Riverside.
Running time: 1 hour 40 minutes /Cert: U
Saturday 21 December, 10.30am
THE POLAR
EXPRESS
Tickets: £5
On Christmas Eve, a young boy embarks on a
magical adventure to the North Pole on the Polar
Express, while learning about friendship, bravery,
and the spirit of Christmas. What better way to get
into the festive spirit with your family at the Riverside.
Running time: 1 hour 40 minutes /Cert: UPAGE 33 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123
EXHIBITIONS
THE RIVERSIDE GALLERY
Open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm and during performance and events in the
evening and weekends.
FREE ADMISSION
This Autumn the Riverside is proud to showcase work
from Ulster University students, both present and alumni.
DEBORAH CAMPBELL
Monday 16 September – Saturday 2 November 2019
Deborah Campbell was born in Belfast and studied art and
photography at the University of Ulster. She lectured in art and
photography in Belfast and continues to be involved in art
education. Later on, Deborah swapped city life for a rural lifestyle
in Co Down. She draws inspiration from the countryside in which
she lives, capturing the spirit of the wildlife of County Down.
Her work focuses very much on the now and each of her animal
canvases represent a single moment – a snap shot of each animal.
Join us to officially launch this exhibition with
a complimentary glass of wine on
Thursday 19 September 2019 – 7.30pm- 9pm
VICTORIA LOGAN
ART & ILLUSTRATION
Monday 18 November –
Saturday 21 December 2019
A showcase of work by Coleraine-born and Ulster University
first year student in graphic design and illustration Victoria Logan.
Join us to officially launch this exhibition with a
complimentary glass of wine on
Thursday 21 November 2019 – 7.30pm- 9pm
For more information on these exhibitions
and their official launch events visit: riversidetheatre.org.ukPAGE 34 | riversidetheatre.org.uk /Box office: (028) 70 123 123 COMING SOON MUSICAL THEATRE/COMMUNITY Ballywillan Drama group presents WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber Lyrics by Jim Steinman Thursday 16 January to Saturday 1 February 2020 Tickets from £16 Last January Ballywillan’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang played to eighteen sold-out performances and now this award-winning group bring one of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s finest family musicals exclusively to Northern Ireland – the sensational Whistle Down the Wind. SPECIAL GUEST FRANCIS ROSSI I TALK TOO MUCH Tuesday 19 May 2020, 8pm Tickets: SUPER VIP - £75, VIP - £40 *, STANDARD - £30 Legendary Status Quo lead singer Francis Rossi will share the extraordinary secrets of his 50-plus years in rock’n’roll when he takes to the stage for an intimate evening of chat and music. COMEDY IAIN STIRLING FAILING UPWARDS Wednesday 20 May, 8pm - Tickets: £19.50 Iain Stirling (CelebAbility, Love Island and Taskmaster) is taking his ‘extremely funny’ (Telegraph) comedy back on the road for his biggest ever nationwide tour, following his 2018 sell-out smash U OK HUN? x. Do you ever wonder how people manage to be normal? Iain does. So much so he’s written a brand new stand-up show about it. Join the ‘star of comedy’ (The i) as he explores his inability to function in the most basic of public settings, social media’s constant pressure to “live your best life” and that one time a man stole his shoes…
FIND US
The Riverside Theatre is located on the Ulster University campus in Coleraine.
WALKING BUS
You can access the University on foot via the Translink’s 140b and 319a Ulsterbus services
Cromore Road or Portstewart Road side of go via the University campus – visit
the campus on the ‘pedestrian access’ routes translink.co.uk for more information.
labelled on the map, once on campus signage
will lead you by walk-ways to the theatre.
CAR/PARKING
Access to the University campus by car
TRAIN is via the Cromore Road only, entry via
Translink operate a rail service from either the main or north entrance will
Coleraine to the University – guide you via signage to the theatre.
visit translink.co.uk for more information. Car-parking is free to the general public
after 7pm (Monday – Thursday), after
5pm (Fridays) and completely free over
the weekend. (Saturday and Sunday).
There is a dedicated disabled car park
directly beside the theatre’s front door.
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