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WHAT’S ON SUMMER / AUTUMN 2019
TUESDAY 28 MAY – SATURDAY 8 JUNE 2019
Contents Welcome MON – THU 7.30PM, THU 2PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £29.50
FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £55.50 | £52.50 | £45.50 | £35.50
The Bodyguard Welcome to Mayflower Theatre and our packed
Tue 28 May – Sat 8 June 2019 3 programme of shows for 2019 and 2020.
Matilda the Musical
Tue 11 June – Sat 6 July 2019 4–5 I appreciate that most of our patrons come to us
to see the very best touring productions but we
Rock of Ages also offer a variety of additional activities – our
Tue 16 – Sat 20 July 2019 7
own restaurant Ovation is located on the third
Club Tropicana The Musical floor and is open before every performance –
Mon 22 – Sat 27 July 2019 8 I urge you to have a look at the menu and next
Peter Pan: time you book a ticket why not book yourself
An Awfully Big Musical Adventure 9 in for a pre-show lunch or dinner – as you are
Fri 16 – Sat 17 August 2019 already in the theatre you are guaranteed not
Saturday Night Fever 10 to miss the start of the performance!
Tue 20 - Sat 24 August 2019
Avenue Q
Tue 27 – Sat 31 August 2019 11
Kinky Boots
Tue 3 – Sat 14 September 2019 12–13
An Inspector Calls
Tue 17 – Sat 21 September 2019 14
Matthew Bourne’s Romeo and Juliet 15
Tue 24 – Sat 28 September 2019
Motown The Musical 16–17
Tue 1 – Sat 12 October 2019 We also have a very active community and
Some Like It Hip Hop 18 education programme which caters for all
Tue 15 & Wed 16 October 2019 interests – have a look at page 30 in this
English National Ballet Cinderella 19 brochure for ideas of how you can have a
Wed 23 – Sat 26 October 2019 closer link with your theatre.
Les Misérables 20–21
Tue 29 October – Sat 23 November 2019
Welsh National Opera 22
Tue 26 – Sat 30 November 2019
Nativity! The Musical 23
Tue 3 – Sat 7 December 2019
Peter Pan 25
Sat 14 December 2019 – Sun 5 January 2020
Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story 26 The international, award-winning smash- A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (The Times), breathtakingly
Wed 8 – Sat 11 January 2020 hit musical based on the blockbuster film, romantic thriller, THE BODYGUARD features
Priscilla Queen of the Desert 27 THE BODYGUARD is back. Following her a whole host of irresistible classics including
Mon 13 – Sat 18 January 2020 Thank you for your support and we look forward triumphant West End run and sell-out UK Queen of the Night, So Emotional,
Family Shows 28–29 to welcoming you to the theatre. Tour, ALEXANDRA BURKE* returns to the One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love,
role of Rachel Marron. Run to You, I Have Nothing, Greatest Love Of
We Will Rock You 32 Very best wishes,
Mon 20 – Sat 25 January 2020 All, Million Dollar Bill, I Wanna Dance With
Former Secret Service agent turned Somebody and one of the greatest hit songs
Birmingham Royal Ballet Swan Lake 33 bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect of all time – I Will Always Love You.
Wed 29 January – Sat 1 February 2020
superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown *Alexandra Burke will perform the role of
Kay Mellor’s Band of Gold 35 stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what
Tue 4 – Sat 8 February 2020
Michael Ockwell ‘Rachel Marron’ at all evening performances only.
Chief Executive they don't expect is to fall in love. Please check website.
Cover photograph from Motown The Musical
Mayflower Theatre, Commercial Road
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TUESDAY 11 JUNE – SATURDAY 6 JULY 2019 TICKETS SELLING FAST
MON – THU 7.30PM, THU 2PM £54.50 | £49.50 | £39.50 | £25.50
FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £64.50 | £59.50 | £49.50 | £35.50 BEST AVAILABILITY MONDAY – WEDNESDAY
THE COUNTDOWN ‘EASILY THE
HAS BEGUN STANDOUT MUSICAL
OF THE DECADE’
T H E S U N DAY T I M E S
‘A MUST-SEE’ ‘AN ABSOLUTE CRACKER’
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‘HILARIOUS, ‘AN EVENING OF
MOVING, GLORIOUS’ UNADULTERATED BLISS’
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THE MUSICAL Matilda The Musical is the multi-award
winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare
with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind,
dares to take a stand and change her
Company, inspired by the beloved book by the own destiny.
incomparable Roald Dahl.
BOOK MUSIC & LYRICS
Winner of 95 international awards, including
DENNIS KELLY TIM MINCHIN With book by Dennis Kelly and original songs 23 for Best Musical, Matilda The Musical
by Tim Minchin, Matilda The Musical is the comes to Mayflower Theatre in June as part
#MatildaPose story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed of a UK and Ireland tour.
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THE SHOW DAN LOONEY, ADAM PAULDEN, JASON HAIGH-ELLERY, SELLADOOR WORLDWIDE AND GAVIN KALIN
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Celebrate with family, friends and A wide variety of dishes and tasty children’s
colleagues in our newly refurbished, menu ensures that Ovation is sure to satisfy
award-winning restaurant, Ovation. everyone. With delicious food and a great
The perfect place to enjoy a delicious atmosphere, we’ll get you to the show
lunch or dinner. on time.
Themed Events
A selection of dining events centred around live entertainment and mouth-watering food,
all taking place in our fully accessible Ovation Restaurant.
Each event includes a set three course dinner with coffee.
Only Fools & 3 Courses Allo Allo Sherlock Holmes Interactive
These events are not endorsed by the BBC.
12 July & 13 August £65pp 13 July Murder Mystery Featuring 80’s hits including
Christmas Special 10 December £69pp £65pp 2 August £65pp
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN · HERE I GO AGAIN · NOTHIN’ BUT A GOOD TIME · I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS
I WANNA ROCK · WE’RE NOT GONNA TAKE IT · WE BUILT THIS CITY AND MANY MORE...
“A sexy smasher that will have you laughing
Fawlty Towers Haunted House Interactive Panto Crime and rocking in equal measure”
9 & 10 August £65pp Murder Mystery 11 December Daily Star
Christmas Special (Addams Family-esque) £69
12 December £69pp 22 October £65pp Strictly winner Kevin Clifton swaps the Lose yourself in a city and a time where the
Ballroom for the ‘Bourbon Club’ in the dreams are as big as the hair, and yes, they
Afternoon Teas role of ‘Stacee Jaxx’, playing alongside can come true. This hilarious musical comedy
Kevin Kennedy, Zoe Birkett, Jodie Steele, will have you singing and laughing along with
£17.95 (or £21.95 with a glass of Prosecco) Luke Walsh, Lucas Rush, Andrew Carthy, its epic songs played loud and proud by an
Advanced bookings are required. Vas Constanti and Rhiannon Chesterman awesome live band.
in the ultimate ‘80s rock ‘n’ roll musical.
WARNING:
Dine before the show, book your table by calling Rock of Ages is an LA love story lavished CONTAINS SERIOUS ROCK ‘N’ ROLL
02380 711833 or visit mayflower.org.uk with over 25 classic rock anthems. DEBAUCHERY.
6 Ovation is also available for private events. 14 Recommended age. Box Office: 02380 711811 7
MONDAY 22 – SATURDAY 27 JULY 2019 FRIDAY 16 – SATURDAY 17 AUGUST 2019
MON – THU 7.30PM & FRI 5.30PM £39.50 | £34.50 | £25 | £18 FRI 7PM, SAT 1PM & 5PM – £16
FRI 8.30PM, SAT 4PM & SAT 7.30PM £42.50 | £35 | £27 | £20 Peter Pan is presented by arrangement with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity and Samuel French Limited.
This amateur production of ‘Peter Pan’ by J.M Barrie is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD.
STARRING JOE McELDERRY
NEIL McDERMOTT, KATE ROBBINS, EMILY TIERNEY & AMELLE BERRABAH
THE PERFECT FEEL-GOOD 80S MUSICAL
FEATURING SONGS FROM
CULTURE CLUB, A-HA,
CYNDI LAUPER, DEPECHE MODE,
FRANKIE GOES TO HOLLYWOOD,
ABC, HEAVEN 17, BUCKS FIZZ AND MANY MORE!
The brand new 80s Musical from the Welcome to the Club Tropicana Hotel – the
producers of the hit UK tour of Hairspray. 1980s answer to Love Island – where the drinks
This star cast is led by Joe McElderry are free and the whole family is invited to join the
(X Factor winner and star of Joseph and ultimate holiday musical, celebrating all that we
his Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat), love about the 80s.
Neil McDermott (EastEnders, The Sound
of Music), Kate Robbins (Spitting Image, Set to the most iconic pop anthems of the
Dinnerladies), Emily Tierney (Wicked, era, performed live on stage, including: This year’s Mayflower Theatre Summer Youth musicals and recent chart hits. Join Peter,
The Wizard of Oz); and former Sugababe Just Can’t Get Enough, Take On Me, production takes you on a magical journey with Wendy, Tinkerbell and the Lost Boys as they
star Amelle Berrabah, making her musical The Look Of Love, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Peter Pan: An Awfully Big Musical Adventure. battle pirates and the evil Captain Hook in the
theatre debut. Take a trip back to the electric Relax and many more. classic story of the boy who never grew up.
80s and embark on a summer of love and Book your first-class ticket today to see Delight in a brand new version of Peter Pan
smash-hit classics. the feel-good musical of the year. adapted from JM Barrie’s wonderful play with a Journey to Never Land this summer for a fun
cast of over 150 young people. This production filled family adventure which celebrates the
has been specially adapted for the Summer joy of being young.
Dine before the show, book your table by calling Youth Project cast of 10-18 year olds and
02380 711833 or visit mayflower.org.uk features a score with a mix of songs from the To Live is an Awfully Big Adventure.
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TUESDAY 20 – SATURDAY 24 AUGUST 2019 TUESDAY 27 – SATURDAY 31 AUGUST 2019
WED & THU 2PM £34.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50 FRI 5PM £27.50 | £24.50 | £19.50
TUE–FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £42.50 | £37.50 | £32.50 | £27.50 TUE – THU 7.30PM, FRI 8.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £34.50 | £28.50 | £22.50 | £19.50
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Marking 40 years since its famous UK who escapes the harsh realities of working- From the producers of Footloose, Flashdance and American Idiot.
cinema release, Saturday Night Fever is class Brooklyn life when he embarks on a Fantasies come true - the hilarious and multi- Catch-up with all your favourite (and
spectacularly reimagined in a big new music reckless, yet thrilling road to dancing success. award winning Avenue Q is back. Created unforgettable) characters on a downtown
and dance extravaganza. Whilst paying The movie soundtrack remains one of the by Jeff Marx and Robert Lopez (Co-creator New York street trying to make sense of life’s
homage to the 1977 John Travolta classic, this bestselling of all time, featuring the Bee Gees of Book of Mormon). Following a smash-hit burning issues – like what do you do with a
new stage version promises more drama, more greatest hits including Stayin’ Alive, How Deep run in 2016, the fur-lariously laugh-out-loud BA in English? How do you find your purpose?
music and hot new choreography, which is sure Is Your Love, Night Fever, Tragedy and More musical is back by popular demand. And is the internet really just for… nevermind.
to have you dancing in the aisles. Saturday Than a Woman as well as 70’s favourites
Night Fever tells the story of Tony Manero, Boogie Shoes, Disco Inferno and many more. Missed all the fuzz last time round? Don’t let your life suck – book now!
10 Book Online: mayflower.org.uk 16 Strong language and adult themes. 14 Strong language and adult themes. Box Office: 02380 711811 11
TUESDAY 3 – SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2019
MON – THU 7.30PM, THU 2PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £29.50 | £24.50
WINNER!
FRI 7.30PM & SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £55.50 | £52.50 | £45.50 | £35.50 | £29.50 EVERY MAJOR BEST MUSICAL AWARD
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EVERY MAJOR
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Winner of every major Best Musical award, of Brit grit to high-heeled hit, as it takes you
including the Olivier Award for Best New from the factory floor of Northampton to the
Musical, Cyndi Lauper’s smash hit musical glamorous catwalks of Milan!
Kinky Boots comes to Mayflower Theatre
following its sparkling run in London’s West End! West End star Kayi Ushe will be putting on
the boots to play Lola. He will be joined by
With songs by Grammy and Tony winning Paula Lane as Lauren, best known for her role
pop icon Cyndi Lauper, direction and as Kylie Platt in Coronation Street, and Joel
choreography by Jerry Mitchell (Legally Harper-Jackson will be playing Charlie Price.
Blonde, Hairspray) and book by Broadway
legend Harvey Fierstein (La Cage Aux Folles), Don’t miss the “freshest, most fabulous, feel-
this “dazzling, fabulously sassy and uplifting” good musical of the decade” (The Hollywood
(Time Out) musical celebrates a joyous story News) as it steps out on its first UK Tour.
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TUESDAY 17 – SATURDAY 21 SEPTEMBER 2019 TUESDAY 24 – SATURDAY 28 SEPTEMBER 2019
TUE – SAT 7.30PM, SAT 2PM £32.50 | £29.50 | £25.50 | £22.50 THU 2PM £32 | £29 | £24 | £22
WED & THU 2PM £29.50 | £26.50 | £22.50 | £19.50 TUE – FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £43 | £39 | £33 | £29
Running time 1 hour 50 minutes without an interval. Free post-show Q&A after first performance. Free post-show Q&A after first performance.
Imagine a time when love is forbidden...
‘Bourne is a masterly
storyteller’
J B PRIESTLEY’S New York Times
CLASSIC THRILLER
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INSPECTOR
CALLS
DIRECTED BY
STEPHEN DALDRY
Matthew Bourne’s Romeo and Juliet is a choreography by Matthew Bourne, design
passionate and contemporary re-imagining by Lez Brotherston, lighting by Paule
WINNER OF 19 of Shakespeare’s classic love story. Confined Constable, sound by Paul Groothuis and new
MAJOR AWARDS against their will by a society that seeks to
divide, our two young lovers must follow their
orchestrations of the Prokofiev score by Terry
Davies, played live by the New Adventures
hearts as they risk everything to be together. Orchestra.
Stephen Daldry’s record breaking and multi- When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly
award winning production for the National at the prosperous Birling family home, their Bursting with youth, vitality and Matthew This new production of Romeo and Juliet joins
Theatre of An Inspector Calls returns after a peaceful dinner party is shattered by his Bourne’s trademark storytelling, Southampton’s the popular New Adventures dance repertoire
sell-out London season and American tour. investigations into the death of a young brightest young dance talent join the New which includes Swan Lake, Cinderella and
woman. His startling revelations shake the Adventures company, with direction and The Red Shoes.
Daldry's visionary, radical, challenging version very foundations of their lives and challenge
of JB Priestley's classic thriller, hailed as the us all to examine our consciences. More
theatrical event of its generation, has been relevant now than ever, this is a must-see
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TUESDAY 1 – SATURDAY 12 OCTOBER 2019 “ONE GREAT BIG SOUL EXTRAVAGANZA”
MON – THU 7.30PM, WED & THU 2PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £27.50 Baz Bamigboye – Daily Mail
FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £59.50 | £54.50 | £47.50 | £37.50
OK! MAGAZINE
‘A TRIUMPHANT, LAVISH SHOW.
YOU MAY WELL SEE PEOPLE
DANCING IN THE STREET’DOMINIC CAVENDISH – DAILY TELEGRAPH
DAILY TELEGRAPH DAILY EXPRESS
Motown™ is a trademark of UMG Recordings, Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries, and is used under license. Photography West End Cast 2018.
‘A SOLID GOLD 100%
MASSIVE HIT SHOW’ PAUL PHEAR – SMOOTH RADIO
The sensational hit West End musical is My Girl, What’s Going On, Dancing in the
bringing its unique sound to Southampton Street, I Heard It Through The Grapevine and
and is guaranteed to have you dancing in Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.
the street.
Motown The Musical tells the thrilling tale
With just $800 borrowed from his family of the man who broke barriers, fought against
Berry Gordy founded Motown Records and the odds to create something more than a
launched the careers of legendary artists record label.
including Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder,
Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson and the Discover the story behind Motown, the
Miracles, The Temptations, and many more. personal relationships, the professional
struggles, and – of course – the music
This is the next chapter in Motown’s incredible that made history, defined the sound of a
history and is an experience you’ll never generation and got the whole world moving
forget. Featuring over 50 classic hits including to the same beat.
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TUESDAY 15 & WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER 2019 WEDNESDAY 23 – SATURDAY 26 OCTOBER 2019
WED 2PM £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50 WED – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2.30PM £49.50 | £45 | £35 | £24 | £12
TUE & WED 7.30PM £34.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50 THU 2PM £39.50 | £35 | £28 | £24 | £12
Free post-show Q&A after first performance.
★★★★ ★★★★
“A supremely fresh “Breath-stopping
reimagining… a delight visual sorcery”
for all age groups” The Guardian*
The Daily Telegraph *
★★★★★
★★★★ “This is glorious. The music
CINDERELLA
Photo © Jason Bell
“THRILLING. Electrifying and dancing are superb:
theatre; its boundless, joyful this show has wit, heart
energy is infectious” and magnificent energy” A sparkling production by Christopher Wheeldon
Metro The Independent
ZooNation’s smash-hit sensation Some Like tale of love, mistaken identity and revolution, The classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale becomes This inventive production combines magnificent
it Hip Hop thrilled audiences and critics when as two women take on a male-dominated a truly magical ballet brought to life with over 40 sets and costumes, surprising theatrical tricks
it opened in 2011, prompting an Oliver Award world by disguising themselves as men. dancers, a live orchestra, and plenty of surprises. and lively choreography to delight, move
nomination, five-star reviews and standing Written and directed by Sadler’s Wells Enter an enchanting kingdom where forest and astound – all to the melodious tunes
ovations with its infectious “wit, heart and Associate Artist Kate Prince with original creatures live alongside princes, a growing tree of Prokofiev’s sublime score, performed by
magnificent energy” (The Independent). With music by DJ Walde and Josh Cohen. appears to dance in the wind, and Cinderella’s English National Ballet Philharmonic.
a nod to Billy Wilder’s Some Like It Hot and wit and generosity get her to the ball – with the
Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, it tells a comical Originally Produced by Sadler’s Wells, London help of a little bit of magic. *Quotes for Dutch National Ballet
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FRI – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £72.50 | £67.50 | £59.50 | £49.50 | £37.50 Irish Mail on Sunday
MON – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM £67.50 | £62.50 | £54.50 | £44.50 | £32.50
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‘A FIVE-STAR HIT –
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POWERFUL’ The Times
“THE AUDIENCE STOOD AND
ROARED ITS APPROVAL”
The Times
After nearly a decade since the last sell-out LES MISÉRABLES includes the songs;
UK tour, Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed I Dreamed a Dream, On My Own,
production of Boublil and Schönberg’s Bring Him Home, One Day More,
musical LES MISÉRABLES will play Master Of The House and many more.
for the 21s t century Mayflower Theatre.
Huffington Post Seen by over 120 million people worldwide
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This brilliant new staging has taken the world by in 52 countries and in 22 languages,
storm and has been hailed “Les Mis for the 21st LES MISÉRABLES is undisputedly one
Century”. With scenery inspired by the paintings of the world’s most popular musicals.
of Victor Hugo, the magnificent score of Storm the barricades for a ticket.
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with us on 8 Recommended age. Box Office: 02380 711811 21TUESDAY 26 – SATURDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2019 TUESDAY 3 – SATURDAY 7 DECEMBER 2019
ALL PERFORMANCES: £52 | £47 | £37 | £28 | £16 TUE – THU 7PM, WED & THU 1.30PM £42.50 | £37.50 | £30.50 | £22.50
CARMEN TUE 26 & FRI 29 NOV. RIGOLETTO WED 27 & SAT 30 NOV FRI 7PM, SAT 1.30PM & 5.30PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £29.50
THE CUNNING LITTLE VIXEN THU 28 NOV. Pre-show talks – see website for details.
Welsh National Opera
Welsh National Opera
WHATSONSTAGE I BIRMINGHAM MAIL I WHAT’S ON BIRMINGHAM I MUSICAL THEATRE REVIEW
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In Autumn 2019 Welsh National Opera Verdi wrote that Rigoletto was his best
performs a feisty new production alongside opera, and with its dramatic storyline and
two critically acclaimed productions in a score it’s easy to see why it continues to be
season that will leave you begging for more. such an enduring favourite. This timely revival
of WNO’s acclaimed production is set in the Following a smash-hit 2018 tour and London the show to turn it into a film. Join him, his
No one can resist the charms of opera’s White House during the Kennedy era. run, Nativity! The Musical is coming to teaching assistant the crazy Mr Poppy,
ultimate seductress Carmen. WNO’s new Southampton. Feel-good, funny and full of hilarious children and a whole lot of sparkle
production will bring all the passion and The Season then closes with WNO’s joy, this cracker of a musical was adapted for and shine as they struggle to make everyone’s
drama expected of this iconic opera featuring colourful production of Janáček’s The the stage by Debbie Isitt, the creator of the Christmas wish come true.
Bizet’s alluring music, including the famous Cunning Little Vixen which is charming, much-loved films.
Toreador Song to Carmen’s provocative funny and profound in equal measure and Featuring all of your favourite sing-a-long hits
Habanera. reunites Director, David Pountney with Every child in every school has one from the movies including Sparkle and Shine,
WNO Music Director, Tomáš Hanus. Christmas wish, to star in a Nativity, and at Nazareth, One Night One Moment, She’s
St Bernadette’s School they’re attempting the Brightest Star and a whole host of new
to mount a musical version! Only trouble songs, this musical really ‘is a heartfelt hit’
Dine before the show, book your table by calling is teacher Mr Maddens has promised that (The Times). Book now and join us for some
02380 711833 or visit mayflower.org.uk a Hollywood producer is coming to see MAYHEM in Bethlehem!
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Generally under 2s are not admitted except to
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These are specially adapted performances for RP Please also remember that everyone is there to
customers on the autism spectrum or with sensory have a great time so don’t spoil it for others by using
and communication difficulties, or a learning your phone, talking or unwrapping noisy sweets.
disability. We are pleased to be able to offer a We are a seated venue so if you stand during a
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Peter Pan CAP
be able to. We reserve the right to refuse admission.
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TT Offers and discounts are subject to availability
For further enquiries, please contact: RP and may be withdrawn at any time. They apply to
access@mayflower.org.uk full price tickets unless otherwise stated and are
available on selected performances and seats.
Sponsorship – We are very grateful to the Only one offer/discount per ticket. Concessions
following organisations for their support: are often available. Students must show valid,
full time ID on the night to qualify for discounts.
An audio version of this brochure is available
on our website. This brochure is printed on
FSC certified paper.
We always strive to offer you the highest standard of
service. If you have any comments, please write to us:
Customer Relations, Mayflower Theatre,
Empire Lane, Southampton SO15 1AP.
Or contact us by email at: The swashbuckling magic of Peter Pan swoops Darren Day, Union J singer Jaymi Hensley as
customerrelations@mayflower.org.uk into Mayflower Theatre this festive season, in an Peter Pan and the hilarious Grumbleweeds
Call the box office: 02380 711811 unmissable, high-flying pantomime adventure as the Pirates. Peter Pan will be packed full
Or visit: mayflower.org.uk that you and your Darlings will love. of sensational flying effects, a boat-load of
The Risk Free symbol on selected productions laughter and all the entertainment Mayflower
is our guarantee that you will enjoy them. If you Marti Pellow, the multi-award-winning singer- audiences expect from the south coast’s biggest
don’t like the performance, we will give you a songwriter and musical theatre star, leads the pantomime. Jump aboard the Jolly Roger and set
credit against another show. You must notify the Front cast as the villainous Captain Hook. Joining him sail for Neverland this Christmas, but be quick,
of House Manager on the evening of the show to be
eligible for a credit against your account.
as Mr Smee will be television and stage star with tickets selling fast the Croc is ticking…
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with us on Box Office: 02380 711811 25WEDNESDAY 8 – SATURDAY 11 JANUARY 2020 MONDAY 13 – SATURDAY 18 JANUARY 2020
WED – SAT 7.30PM, SAT 2PM £36.50 | £33.50 | £29.50 | £19.50 MON – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM £42.50 | £34.50 | £27.50 | £19.50
THU 2PM £29.50 | £26.50 | £22.50 | £19.50 FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & SAT 7.30PM £46.50 | £39.50 | £31.50 | £24.50
THE WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL
ROCK & ROLL MUSICAL!
30
TERRIFIC
YEARS! ★★★★
This sensational multi award-winning West End
show first opened in 1989 and has been thrilling
Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest
songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, ‘THE GREATEST DISCO ANTHEMS
EVER TO FILL A DANCE FLOOR’
ner
audiences around the world ever since. Oh Boy, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, trictly Win
Starring S
den
Joe McFad
Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday,
Now it triumphantly returns to Mayflower Shout and many many more, this show is just THE TELEGRAPH
Theatre as part of its landmark 30th Anniversary Peggy Sue-perb.
Tour. Forget feel good, Buddy – The Buddy The iconic musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert I Love the Nightlife and Finally! Based on the
Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the Book now for the most successful Rock & Roll is coming to Mayflower Theatre starring Oscar-winning film, Priscilla is the hilarious
drama, passion and excitement as a cast of Musical of all time. Joe McFadden as Tick/Mitzi! With more glitter adventure of three friends who hop aboard a
phenomenally talented actors and musicians than ever before, this smash-hit show features battered old bus bound for the Outback to put
tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his meteoric rise ‘THE AUDIENCE GO ABSOLUTELY CRAZY. a dazzling array of stunning costumes, fabulous on the show of a lifetime. Their epic journey is a
to fame, to his final legendary performance IT’S THE SHOW YOU’LL NEVER FORGET’ feathers and a non-stop parade of dance-floor heart-warming story of self-discovery, sassiness
at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa. DAILY MAIL classics including Hot Stuff, I Will Survive, and acceptance.
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Tom Gates Live on Stage
Ben & Holly’s FRI 18 – SUN 20 OCTOBER 2019
FRI & SAT 7PM, FRI 10.30AM, SAT 2PM, SUN 11AM & 3PM
Little Kingdom £17.50 – £21.50. Family ticket available.
From the award-winning producers of Horrible Histories
FRI 12 – SUN 14 JULY 2019 and Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of TOM
FRI & SAT 4PM, SAT & SUN 10AM & 1PM £18 GATES in an exciting and hilarious new adventure from the
Young person under 18 £16, Family ticket available. best-selling books! Tom’s doing everything possible to stay
out of trouble but somehow he’s got THREE sad faces on
From the makers of Peppa Pig comes this
the school achievement chart! And getting another sad face
BAFTA award-winning television animation
means Mr Fullerman won’t let him go on the SCHOOL TRIP!
live on stage!
Don’t miss Liz Pichon’s fantastic characters as they come to
Join Ben and Holly, and their friends on this life in this brand new story for the stage!
exciting, enchanting and magical musical Running time: 2 hours with an interval
adventure packed full of games, songs and
laughter. This beautiful story of elves, Beast Quest
princesses and childhood innocence will
delight all the family! THU 9 – SAT 11 JULY 2020
THU, FRI & SAT 7PM, FRI & SAT 10.30AM, SAT 2.30PM
Running time: 1 hr 30min with an interval £17.50 – £21.50
The Kingdom of Avantia is in peril. The magical beasts which
used to protect the kingdom are now destroying it, with floods,
fires and ice threatening to engulf the land. Only a hero can
save Avantia and Tom has been chosen to battle the Beasts
Ministry of Science Live that have plunged the kingdom into danger. With his new
friend Elenna, an epic struggle is about to begin as Tom sets
MON 15 JULY 2019 out on the Beast Quest. Don’t miss this spectacular family
1PM & 6.30PM £16.50 adventure based on the best-selling books, from the
Young Person Under 16 £15 award-winning producers of Horrible Histories.
WARNING! WARNING!
100% Educational. 200% Entertaining. Peppa Pig
300% Explosive. 400% Fun. FRI 17 – SUN 19 JULY 2020
Please keep your head firmly on your FRI & SAT 4PM, SAT & SUN 10AM & 1PM £20 | U16s £18
shoulders, and your arms, legs and feet inside Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a day out with
the ride at all times – Ministry of Science George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig - it’s going to be her
Live is about to explode onto the stage! best day ever! With the car packed they are ready for their
road-trip full of adventures. From roadworks to royalty,
This is not your ordinary science show – it castles to caves and ice-creams to muddy puddles –
comes with a bang. It comes with a whoosh. there is something for all of the family and their friends
But most of all is comes with a hovercraft to enjoy, including Miss Rabbit, Danny Dog, Gerald The
built on stage! Fingers in ears advised… Giraffe and more! Prepare for the brand new Peppa Pig
live show packed full of songs, games and laughter, it
Running time: 1 hr 30 min with an interval
One UK Ltd 2003
really is the best day ever for Peppa Pig fans!
/ Entertainment
Baker Davies Ltd
Peppa Pig © Astley
Running time: 1hr 30 with an interval
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creative activities
We put participation at the heart of Mayflower Theatre We want to engage with you whatever age you are
Take part in our wide range of creative Join us for a variety of career Come together to participate in our Find out more about our beautiful
activities for young people. and education opportunities. range of Community groups; meet new theatre and shows on stage. Enjoy our
people, make friends and have fun. wide range of public workshops.
Mayflower Musical Education Forum Reminiscence Café Free Pre and Post show talk
Youth Theatre (10–18 yrs) A regular free networking event for teachers, Free regular sessions for people living • Matthew Bourne's Romeo and Juliet –
Weekly term time sessions to lecturers and community group leaders to with dementia and their carers. free post-show Q&A
develop your skills in singing, meet local colleagues and find out more about 24 September
dancing & acting in a fun and friendly our education activity at Mayflower Theatre. Heritage Volunteers
environment, achieve your Arts Award, Can you spare some regular time to Workshops
perform and make new friends. Workshops, Tours & Masterclasses support us cataloging, researching and • A Musical in a Day
£180 per term (bursaries available) We deliver a diverse range of cross-curricular developing our archive? Contact us at (Based on themes from Matilda The Musical).
workshops, tours, talks, masterclasses and archive@mayflower.org.uk 28 May | £25, 9.30am – 3.30pm
Mayflower Young Writers events tailor-made for your school, college or • Family Drama Workshop
(11–18 yrs) group. Contact engage@mayflower.org.uk Open Voices (for age 55+) 31 May | £5, 10am – 11.30am
Get involved with free exciting regular for more information Weekly singing sessions which include
sessions that explore creative writing through traditional rounds, songs from shows, Theatre Tours
workshops and practical exercises. Weekly After School Clubs music hall favourites and popular music. Come and take a peek behind the scenes
term time sessions in conjunction with Mayflower Theatre partners with local primary From £4 of our beautiful newly refurbished theatre
ArtfulScribe and kindly supported by schools who host After School Clubs for KS1 8 June, 20 July, 21 September
Arts Council England. Free & KS2 pupils. Practitioners work with your 12 October, 7 December
pupils providing an opportunity to enhance £12, £9 under 16s
Mayflower ZooNation Academy their social and life skills, whilst developing
of Dance (4–18 yrs) their creativity through fun, interactive drama
Weekly dance training academy with based activities inspired by the programme
ZooNation teachers, covering a range of shows at the theatre. If you would like
of hip hop styles. From £6 to host a Mayflower After School Club or
arrange a free taster session, please contact
engage@mayflower.org.uk
30 mayflower.org.uk/get-involved engage@mayflower.org.uk 31ALSO
MONDAY 20 – SATURDAY 25 JANUARY 2020 WEDNESDAY 29 JANUARY – ON STAGE
FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £55.50 | £52.50 | £45.50 | £35.50 SATURDAY 1 FEBRUARY 2020 First Steps:
MON – WED 7.30PM, THU 2PM & 7.30PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £29.50 Swan Lake
WED – FRI 7.30PM & SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £49.50 | £45 | £35 | £24 | £12 Fri 31 January
THU 2PM £39.50 | £35 | £28 | £24 | £12 1pm £12.50
Phil McIntyre Entertainment, Queen Theatrical Productions and Tribeca Theatrical Productions present
THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON RETURNS
‘THE SPECTACULAR
MUSICAL’
Daily Express
‘EXHILARATING Birmingham Royal Ballet return with ballet’s her days in the form of a bird, she can only
AND GREAT FUN’ greatest love story in Sir Peter Wright’s lavish
and opulent production.
be saved by the power of love.
Time Magazine
Filled with exquisite ensembles, lyrical pas de
This romantic fable of ill-fated passion, deux, and bravura solos, and accompanied
powerfully illuminated by Tchaikovsky’s by live music from the Royal Ballet Sinfonia,
The worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Since 2002 over 16 million theatregoers in 19 legendary score, has bewitched audiences Birmingham Royal Ballet’s Swan Lake is
Ben Elton returns to the UK. The multi-million- countries have been thrilled by this awe-inspiring for generations. atmospheric, romantic, and beautiful –
pound show dazzles all the senses in breath- production. With 24 of Queen’s biggest hits an unforgettable experience.
taking style. Guaranteed to blow your mind, delivered in a show that boasts the scale and By a moonlit lake, a grieving prince witnesses
this musical phenomenon is not to be missed! spectacle that marked the bands’ legendary the transformation of a swan into a beautiful
Delia Mathews as Odette and Brandon Lawrence as Prince Siegfried.
live performances. princess. Compelled by an evil spell to spend Photo: Andrew Ross
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with us on Box Office: 02380 711811 33Seating Plan TUESDAY 4 – SATURDAY 8 FEBRUARY 2020
TUE – SAT 7.30 PM & SAT 2PM £39.50 | £34.50 | £29.50 | £24.50
THU 2PM £34.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 | £20.50
★★★★★
*Please note from 23rd
October rows BB-DD are
“Kay Mellor has done it again! And has another hit on her hands”
being renamed AA-CC. WhatsGoodToDo*
This will not affect any tickets
already purchased – you will
be in the same row you chose Please note not all rows are
when booking your tickets. on sale for certain performances.
★★★★★
How to book How to find us “A theatrical experience not to be missed”
Telephone & Group bookings 02380 711811 By Car Entertainment Views*
Restaurant bookings 02380 711833 Our address is Mayflower Theatre, Commercial
Mon, Wed-Fri 10am–7.30pm (6pm when no performance) Road, Southampton but it is advisable to use the
postcode SO15 1GE in your sat nav. Grosvenor Following the huge, sell-out success of This nail-biting murderous thriller revolves
Tue 10.30am–7.30pm (6pm when no performance) Fat Friends The Musical, Kay Mellor returns around a group of women – Carol, Rose,
Sat 10am–6pm, Sunday Closed Square, West Park Road and Southbrook Road
are the nearest car parks. to Mayflower Theatre with the world premiere Anita and Gina – as they battle to survive
Mayflower Theatre Box Office By Train production of the multi-award winning TV whilst working in a notorious red light district.
Mon–Sat 11am–7.30pm (6pm if there is no performance) We are less than five minutes walk from Southampton series Band of Gold. Don’t miss your chance to be one of the first
Sun – 1 hour before the start of a performance Central Rail Station. Head out of the station from to see the world premiere production of
Data Platform 1 and turn right.
Band of Gold was the ground-breaking crime Kay Mellor’s incredible, thrilling new play.
We take your privacy seriously. Security drama that captivated over 15 million viewers
Find out how we look after your data in our In the interest of security, we check bags on entry
Privacy Statement on mayflower.org.uk to the building, please allow plenty of time to arrive.
each week when it aired on ITV. *Reviews for Kay Mellor’s Fat Friends the Musical.
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Sing-a-long-a The Greatest Showman Russell Kane: The Fast and The Curious The Sensational 60’s Experience The Best of John Williams
Sun 21 July 2pm & 7pm Sun 15 September 8pm Tue 5 May 2020 7.30pm Sun 10 May 2020 5pm
£17 | Under 16 £13.50 £23 £26.50 – £29.50 £29.50 – £49.50
16
Jools Holland and his Rhythm and What’s Love Got To Do With It? Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story
Blues Orchestra – Sun 1 December Sun 12 January 2020 7pm Sun 17 May 2020 7.30pm Tue 7 July 2020 7.30pm
7.30pm £46 £28 – £38.50 £32.50 £29.50 – £34.50
Anton and Erin The Simon and Garfunkel Story Fastlove: A Tribute to George Michael To book call 02380 711833
Sun 15 March 2020 5pm Sun 3 May 2020 7pm Fri 13 November 2020 7.30pm or visit mayflower.org.uk
£30 – £49.50 £29.50 – £32.50 £29.50 – £32.50
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with us on Box Office: 02380 711811 37TUESDAY 11 – SATURDAY 29 FEBRUARY 2020
MON – THU 7.30PM, THU 2PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £29.50
FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £54.50 | £49.50 | £39.50 | £31.50
HHHHH
‘THE SUNNIEST OF ALL MUSICALS!’
COMES TO SOUTHAMPTON
SUNDAY
EXPRESS
★★★★★
‘MAMMA MIA! IS BACK AND IT’S
ABBA-SOLUTELY FABULOUS’
BRISTOL POST
Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, This irresistibly funny show has been thrilling
friendship and identity is cleverly told through audiences all around the world and now
the timeless songs of ABBA. Sophie’s quest there’s never been a better time to see this
to discover the father she’s never known unforgettable musical in Southampton.
brings her mother face to face with three
men from her distant romantic past on the Whatever age you are, you can’t help but
© LITTLESTAR
eve of a wedding they’ll never forget. have the time of your life at MAMMA MIA!
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with us on 10 Recommended age. Box Office: 02380 711811 39TUESDAY 24 – SATURDAY 28 MARCH 2020 TUESDAY 31 MARCH – SATURDAY 4 APRIL 2020
THU 2PM £41.50 | £37.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 TUE – THU 7.30PM, WED & THU 2PM £45 | £40 | £32.50 | £22.50
TUE – FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £26.50 FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £52.50 | £47.50 | £39.50 | £29.50
Free post-show Q&A after first performance.
‘A GORGEOUS TAKE ON
A FILM CLASSIC’
THE TIMES
‘Matthew Bourne works ‘A feast for the eye. The Red Shoes
his magic. Blissful’ will be dancing for years to come’
Daily Telegraph Observer
A sell-out for its world premiere tour in 2016, lives to dance but her ambitions become
Matthew Bourne’s triumphant adaptation of a battleground between the two men who
the legendary film returns to Southampton, inspire her passion.
having won two Olivier Awards and dazzled
audiences and critics across the UK and Set to the achingly romantic music of The Broadway and West End production of ‘Rhythm Is Gonna Get You’, ‘Conga’, ‘Get On
the USA. golden-age Hollywood composer Bernard Gloria and Emilio Estefan's smash-hit musical Your Feet’, ‘Don’t Want To Lose You Now’ and
Herrmann, The Red Shoes is orchestrated is coming to Southampton next spring. ‘1-2-3’. Directed by two-time Tony Award® winner
The Red Shoes is a tale of obsession, by Terry Davies, with cinematic designs by Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde), with
possession and one girl's dream to be the Lez Brotherston, lighting by Paule Constable ON YOUR FEET! is the inspiring true love story choreography by Olivier Award-winner Sergio
greatest dancer in the world. Victoria Page and sound by Paul Groothuis. of Emilio and Gloria and charts their journey Trujillo (Jersey Boys) and book by Academy
from its origins in Cuba, onto the streets of Award® winner Alexander Dinelaris (Birdman).
Miami and finally to international superstardom.
Dine before the show, book your table by calling This exhilarating musical features some of the Book now and get ON YOUR FEET!
02380 711833 or visit mayflower.org.uk most iconic pops songs of the era, including at Mayflower Theatre.
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with us on 10 Recommended age. Box Office: 02380 711811 41TUESDAY 14 – SATURDAY 18 APRIL 2020 TUESDAY 21 APRIL – SATURDAY 2 MAY 2020
WED, THU & SAT 2PM £52 | £47 | £39 | £31 FRI – SAT 7PM & WED, THU & SAT 2PM £69.50 | £64.50 | £59.50 | £49.50 | £37.50
TUE – SAT 7.30PM £55 | £48 | £41 | £33.50 TUE – THU 7PM £64.50 | £59.50 | £54.50 | £44.50 | £32.50
‘I DOUBT I’LL EVER
SEE A BETTER
PRODUCTION
IN MY LIFETIME’ THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
T H E L I N C O L N C E N T E R T H E AT E R P R O D U C T I O N
RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S
DIREC TED BY
BARTLETT
SHER
A powerful and stirring reinvention of this and spectacular lighting, projection, stage “WE LEFT THE LONDON PALLADIUM ON A
beloved family favourite, celebrated the world and costume designs.
over for its Grammy Award-winning music BRIGHT CLOUD OF MUSIC-JOYOUS!”
and the thrilling energy and passion of its The 25th Anniversary show catapults Baz Bamigboye – Daily Mail
Irish and international dance. Riverdance into the 21st century and will
completely immerse you in the extraordinary
Twenty-five years on, composer Bill Whelan and elemental power of its music and dance. Winner of 4 Tony Awards, this critically Getting to Know You, and Shall We Dance, and
has rerecorded his mesmerising soundtrack Twenty-five years on, both new and devoted acclaimed production is embarking on a featuring a company of over 50 world-class
while producer Moya Doherty and director fans of all ages will once again fall in love World Tour direct from its record breaking performers and a full-scale orchestra.
John McColgan have completely reimagined with the magic of Riverdance – the original, sold out season at The London Palladium.
the ground-breaking show with innovative the best. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to
The King and I is the greatest musical from the witness this glorious production, as you have
golden age of musicals – adored by the public never seen it before.
Dine before the show, book your table by calling and critics alike – with one of the finest scores
02380 711833 or visit mayflower.org.uk ever written, including Whistle a Happy Tune,
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with us on Box Office: 02380 711811 43THURSDAY 7 – SATURDAY 9 MAY 2020 TUESDAY 12 – SATURDAY 16 MAY 2020
THU – SAT 7.30PM £34.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50 TUE – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM £39.50 | £35.50 | £29.50 | £24.50
FRI 2PM £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50 FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £44.50 | £39.50 | £31.50 | £26.50
★★★★★ ★★★★★
THE TIMES | FINANCIAL TIMES | THE INDEPENDENT | TIME OUT | THE EXPRESS THE STAGE | WHATSONSTAGE | LONDON THEATRE | ATTITUDE
‘PUNCHY, FUNNY, FABULOUS’ TIME OUT
‘IRRESISTIBLE: A JOYOUS, LIFE-AFFIRMING BILLY ELLIOT’ THE INDEPENDENT/I
Photos of previous cast.
McGregor / Motin / Shechter WINNER! Best New Musical
Whats On Stage, London
Great dance artists start somewhere. blending the personal and political in a work of
Rambert’s new show is the story heart-stopping intensity. The smash-hit and critically acclaimed West bullies and steps out of the darkness,
of three breakthroughs... End musical comes to Mayflower Theatre. into the spotlight.
Photo: Ben Hopper. Stylist: Stefan Campbell
Marion Motin has hundreds of millions of Funny, fabulous and feelgood, this is the musical
Wayne McGregor’s arrival as a major talent YouTube hits for her hip hop-inspired movement sensation for all the family and not to be missed. With an original score of catchy pop tunes
was marked by PreSentient, a showcase of the in videos including Christine and the Queens’ by lead singer-songwriter of The Feeling,
extended lines, razor-sharp angles and sense Tilted and Dua Lipa’s IDGAF. She has never Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council Dan Gillespie Sells and writer Tom MacRae
for music that would become his trademarks. worked with a contemporary company, until now. estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit (Doctor Who), this brand-new musical will have
in. Jamie is terrified about the future. Jamie everybody talking about Jamie for years to
Hofesh Shechter was thrown into the Rambert’s stunning new show brings together is going to be a sensation. Supported by his come. Sixteen: the edge of possibility.
spotlight when he created In your rooms. these memorable dance moments – created by brilliant loving mum and surrounded by his
He grabbed the moment with unique style, three of today’s most distinctive dance makers. friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the Time to make your dreams come true.
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with us on 10 Recommended age. Box Office: 02380 711811 45TUESDAY 16 – SATURDAY 20 JUNE 2020 WEDNESDAY 1 – SUNDAY 5 JULY 2020
TUE – SAT 7.30 PM & SAT 2PM £34.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 | £20.50 WED – SAT 8PM, SAT 4PM & SUN 4PM £34.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50
THU 2PM £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50 | £17.50 Running time 75 minutes without an interval.
SUSPECT ‘THE MOST UPLIFTING PIECE OF NEW BRITISH MUSICAL THEATRE’
EVERYONE
Evening Standard
OLIVIER AWARD NOMINATIONS
INCLUDING
BEST NEW MUSICAL
AGATHA CHRISTIE’S
Photography by Idil Sukan, featuring the West End Cast.
“The cleverest “A truly “Deservedly a
murder mystery entertaining classic among
of British Theatre” classic thriller” murder thrillers” DIVORCED ★ BEHEADED ★ LIVE!
The Telegraph The Sunday Times The Observer
THE WEST END SMASH HIT
Discover why Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap One by one the suspicious characters reveal Nominated for 5 Olivier Awards including These Queens may have green sleeves but
has kept people guessing for so long, their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve- Best New Musical, SIX is the phenomenon their lipstick is rebellious red. Direct from
becoming the longest running show of any shredding moment the identity and the everyone is losing their head over. the West End, the sell-out smash hit SIX
kind in the history of theatre. motive are finally revealed. is ‘the best the West End has to offer’
From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the (Daily Telegraph).
The scene is set when a group of people Experience shuddering suspense and a six wives of Henry VIII finally take to the mic
gathered in a country house cut off by the brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years Think you know the rhyme, think again…
snow discover, to their horror, that there is a around every corner. of historical heartbreak into a 75-minute
murderer in their midst. Who can it be? celebration of 21st century sisterly sass-itude. Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE!
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