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WHAT’S ON WINTER / SPRING 2018
WHAT’S ON WINTER / SPRING 2018
The cast of Beautiful The cast of Snow White The cast of The Band
Contents
Sunset Boulevard 4
Tue 16 – Sat 20 January 2018
Hairspray 5
Artist’s impression of refurbished auditorium
Mon 22 – Sat 27 January 2018
Birmingham Royal Ballet –
The Sleeping Beauty 6
Wed 31 January – Sat 3 February 2018
Fat Friends 7
Mon 5 – Sat 10 February 2018
Tango Moderno 8
Tue 13 – Sat 17 February 2018
Miss Saigon 10–11
Wed 21 February – Sat 17 March 2018
Welsh National Opera 12
Wed 21 – Sat 24 March 2018
Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella 13
Tue 27 – Sat 31 March 2018
Awful Auntie 15
Wed 4 – Sat 7 April 2018
Titanic - The Musical 16–17
Thu 12 – Sat 21 April 2018
The Kite Runner 18
Tue 24 – Sat 28 April 2018
An Officer and a Gentleman 19
Tue 1 – Sat 5 May 2018
Blood Brothers 21
Tue 8 – Sat 12 May 2018
War Horse
Wed 16 May – Sat 9 June 2018
Les Misérables School Edition
Fri 10 – Sun 12 August 2018
22–23
24
Welcome
2018 marks our 90th Birthday and what a you an artist’s impression of our new auditorium
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo 29 year this will be for the theatre. Our auditorium scheme. The rich red and gold design reflects
Fri 28 – Sat 29 September 2018 refurbishment will be taking place this summer the schemes of other Milburn (the original
Wicked 30–31 from June to September, and I would like architects) theatres from the same period.
Wed 3 – Sat 27 October 2018 to thank everyone who has donated to our We hope this will make the theatre feel more
Benidorm Live 33 Mayflower 90 auditorium appeal so far, as well intimate and enhance the heritage of our Grade
Mon 5 – Sat 10 November 2018 as to thank you personally, as one of our loyal II listed auditorium for many years to come.
Shrek – The Musical 34–35 audience members, for supporting your local
Tues 27 November – Sat 8 December 2018 theatre. You are the reason we can continue to Whilst we have a fantastic programme of shows
Dick Whittington 36 present the very best live theatre in our region. running up to the start of the build in June
Sat 15 December 2018 – Sun 6 January 2019 2018 including Miss Saigon, War Horse, and
As a charitable trust which receives no Titanic the Musical our programme continues
Calendar Girls – The Musical 37
direct public subsidy we need help to raise in the autumn with Wicked and Shrek plus
Tue 8 – Sat 19 January 2019
£1.35 million towards our multi-million pound exciting shows for 2019.
Jersey Boys 38 refurbishment, see page 28 to find out another
Tue 19 – Sat 30 March 2019 way you can help. I am delighted to share with Michael Ockwell, Chief Executive
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TUESDAY 16 – SATURDAY 20 JANUARY 2018 MONDAY 22 – SATURDAY 27 JANUARY 2018
TUE – THU 7.30PM, WED & THU 2PM £44.50 | £39.50 | £27.50 | £19.50 MON – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM £44.50 | £39.50 | £32.50 | £24.50
FRI – SAT 7.30PM, SAT 2PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £29.50 | £22.50 FRI – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £29.50
COMES TO SOUTHAMPTON FOR ONE WEEK ONLY!
The smash hit musical comedy new-found fame to fight for equality, bagging
Hairspray is back! local heartthrob Link Larkin along the way!
After a successful run in 2016 the all-singing, Starring Brenda Edwards (X Factor, Chicago),
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award®- Joe becomes trapped in a claustrophobic all-dancing production returns to Southampton Matt Rixon (The Ladykillers), Norman Pace
winning masterpiece Sunset Boulevard, world until his love for another woman leads in January with a production guaranteed to (Hale & Pace) and Layton Williams (Bad
starring Ria Jones, who received standing him to try and break free, with dramatic have you dancing the night away! Education), Hairspray features the hit songs
ovations every night when performing the role consequences. Welcome To The 60s, You Can’t Stop The Beat,
at the London Coliseum, as Norma Desmond, It’s Baltimore, 1962 where Tracy Turnblad, a big The Nicest Kids in Town and many more.
comes to Mayflower Theatre for one week only. With its much-loved score (including Sunset girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, is on
Boulevard, With One Look, The Greatest Star a mission to follow her dreams and dance her This irresistible feel-good show is a perfect
In her mansion on Sunset Boulevard, faded of All and The Perfect Year) performed way onto national TV. Tracy’s audition makes treat for all the family - let your hair down
silent-screen goddess Norma Desmond lives with a full orchestra, this “MAJESTIC, her a local star and soon she is using her and book now!
in a fantasy world. Impoverished screen writer MESMERIZING AND TEASINGLY
Joe Gillis, on the run from debt collectors, SEDUCTIVE!” (The Evening Standard)
stumbles into her reclusive world and is production promises to be a spectacular
Book a meal before the show call 02380 711833
seduced by her and her luxurious lifestyle. event. or visit mayflower.org.uk
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WEDNESDAY 31 JANUARY – MONDAY 5 – SATURDAY 10 FEBRUARY 2018
SATURDAY 3 FEBRUARY 2018 MON – THU 7.30PM, THU 2PM £44.50 | £39.50 | £27.50 | £19.50
WED – SAT 7.15PM, SAT 2PM £49.50 | £45 | £35 | £24 | £12 FRI – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £47.50 | £42.50 | £29.50 | £22.50
THU 2PM £38 | £35 | £28 | £24 | £12
KAY MELLOR’S
TH IS O
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THE MUSICAL
‘Has no equal by NICK LLOYD WEBBER
in the ballet Music
★★★★
world today’ ‘Spectacular’
The Stage The Times
starring
JODIE PRENGER SAM BAILEY NATASHA HAMILTON
Photos: Richard Battye; image Birmingham Royal Ballet
NATALIE ANDERSON KEVIN KENNEDY
The curse of a wicked fairy, one touch
First Steps and ANDREW “FREDDIE” FLINTOFF
of a spindle, and a beautiful princess falls
into a deep, enchanted sleep which can
only be broken by a kiss from a prince.
A Child’s Sleeping Beauty
Fri 2 Feb 2018
★★★★
“Super-sized fun with a fantastic cast. A very funny show!”
1pm £10 Huddersfield Examiner
The Sleeping Beauty is transformed into
one of the grandest ballets ever created, The hit TV show Fat Friends from award- brimming with hope, humour and heart. With an
with a classical score by Tchaikovsky and winning national treasure Kay Mellor has burst All-Star cast including West End favourite and
original choreography by Marius Petipa. on to the stage in a brand new musical, with winner of the BBC’s I’d Do Anything, Jodie
original music by Nick Lloyd Webber. Join the Prenger, X Factor winner Sam Bailey, Atomic
Enter the opulent world of Imperial Russian infamous group of TV's most loveable Kitten’s pop sensation Natasha Hamilton,
ballet, with its marvellous mixture of virtuoso characters as they are put through their Zumba star of Emmerdale and Wicked Natalie
dance, fairy tale characters and dazzling paces at their local branch of Super Slimmers Anderson, Coronation Street legend
spectacle that has delighted audiences This hour-long, interactive show, specially by the lovelorn Lauren whilst Kelly fantasises Kevin Kennedy and, making his stage
for over a hundred years. With live music adapted for children aged from three, features about fitting in to the wedding dress of her debut, Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff.
from the acclaimed Royal Ballet Sinfonia, excerpts from The Sleeping Beauty, performed dreams. Packed full of warmth, love and weight Fat Friends The Musical is a feel-good night
The Sleeping Beauty is an enchanting by Birmingham Royal Ballet's amazing dancers loss, this new stage show reunites our favourite out for everybody and a HUGE hit receiving
experience for all the family. and orchestra, and all narrated by a storyteller. foodie friends in an eagerly anticipated musical standing ovations every night!
This is a perfect introduction to ballet.
6 Book Online: mayflower.org.uk Running Time 1hr with no interval.
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Photo: Manuel Harlan
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With delicious food and a great atmosphere,
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THE ULTIMATE
Themed Events for 2018
TANGO A selection of dining events centred around live entertainment and mouth-watering food,
EXPERIENCE all taking place in our fully accessible Ovation Restaurant.
Each event includes a three course meal with coffee and chocolate.
Murder at the Fawlty Towers Only Fools and 3 Ello Ello Carry On
Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace are back In a vibrant and modern world, this fast-paced Moulin Rouge! Dining Event Courses Enigma Casualty Crime
in their most explosive and exuberant show and fierce show smoulders with passion and 30 Jan 2018 | £65 20 Feb 2018 | £65 20 Mar 2018 | £65 10 Apr 2018 | £65 11 Apr 2018 | £65
ever, Tango Moderno! You can’t help but desire. With live on-stage music, including
be intoxicated and seduced by this brand an incredible soundtrack packed with classic Don’t forget to talk to us about our dinner, show and hotel packages – new hotels now available
new theatrical spectacular featuring 10 truly hits Tango Moderno is a breath of fresh air,
fantastic dancers, top class West End singers pulsating with life, energy and colour giving
and of course, the world famous Strictly Come you the most exciting stage experience To book call 02380 711833 or visit
Dancing tango superstars Vincent and Flavia. in years. mayflower.org.uk
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WEDNESDAY 21 FEBRUARY –
SATURDAY 17 MARCH 2018
FRI – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £65 | £60 | £52 | £40 | £30
MON – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM £62.50 | £57.50 | £49.50 | £38 | £27.50
Express and Star
Cameron Mackintosh’s acclaimed new There she meets and falls in love with an
production of Boublil and Schönberg’s American GI named Chris but they are torn
CA M ERO N M AC K I N TO S H legendary musical MISS SAIGON is apart by the fall of Saigon. For three years
PRESENTS
playing a major UK tour. Kim goes on an epic journey of survival to
B O U B L I L & S C H Ö N B E R G ’S
find her way back to Chris, who has no idea
A recent smash hit in the West End and he’s fathered a son.
currently playing on Broadway, this epic
production with a company of 60 lands in “A THRILLING AND JAW DROPPING
Southampton this February. SPECTACLE with lavish sets and special
effects, and sumptuous production numbers,
TM © 1988 CML
In the last days of the Vietnam War, 17 year-old meticulously mounted. This is what people
Kim is forced to work in a Saigon bar run by a mean when they talk about ‘A Broadway
notorious character known as the Engineer. Show’.” Variety
Includes strong language and
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WEDNESDAY 21 – SATURDAY 24 MARCH 2018 TUESDAY 27 – SATURDAY 31 MARCH 2018
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Welsh National Opera returns with three passionate productions guaranteed
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TUE – SAT 7.30PM, SAT 2PM £43 | £39 | £33 | £29
to rouse emotions.
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THU 2PM £32 | £29 | £24 | £22
A New Adventures Production
‘A valentine to the power of love’
LA Times
Tosca
Puccini
THURSDAY 22 MARCH 7.15PM
& SATURDAY 24 MARCH 4PM
£49.50 | £46.50 | £41.50 | £32.50 | £23.50 | £15
Tosca is a thrilling story of love, lust, loyalty
and corruption set against a turbulent
backdrop of Rome during the Napoleon
invasion. Puccini characterises the drama
through his exquisite melodies and
orchestration, and fabulous arias that have
made this one of the best-loved operas in
the world.
Sung in Italian, with English surtitles.
‘A gripping theatrical ‘Wonderful. Bourne’s
spectacle’ vision is glorious’
The Guardian Daily Telegraph
La forza del destino Don Giovanni
Verdi Mozart
WEDNESDAY 21 MARCH 6.30PM FRIDAY 23 MARCH 7PM Following the critical success of The Red Shoes and her dashing young RAF pilot, together just
£49.50 | £46.50 | £41.50 | £32.50 | £23.50 | £15 £49.50 | £46.50 | £41.50 | £32.50 | £23.50 | £15 and Sleeping Beauty, New Adventures returns long enough to fall in love before being parted
to Mayfower Theatre with one of their most by the horrors of the Blitz. Matthew Bourne’s
David Pountney’s new production of Verdi’s epic Based on the legend of Don Juan, the amoral
popular and beloved productions, Matthew Cinderella takes the audience into the heart
La forza del destino follows an inescapable rogue Don Giovanni finds himself on the run
Bourne’s Cinderella – a thrilling and evocative of Prokofiev’s magnificent score, and the sights
chain of events of love and revenge, and pursued by a force from beyond the grave.
love story set in London during the Second and sounds of war-torn London, with surround
opens with the instantly-familiar overture that When he refuses to show remorse, vengeance
World War. Matthew Bourne’s vivid and touching sound designed by Paul Groothuis, and a specially
introduces the sense of feeling that the force is inevitable concluding in a heart-stopping
interpretation of the classic fairy tale has, at commissioned recording of a 60 piece orchestra,
of destiny is unstoppable. finale.
its heart, a true war-time romance. A chance Lez Brotherston’s Olivier Award winning designs
Sung in Italian, with English surtitles. Sung in Italian, with English surtitles. meeting results in a magical night for Cinderella and lighting by Olivier Award-winning Neil Austin.
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Live Music & WEDNESDAY 4 – SATURDAY 7 APRIL 2018
WED – SAT 7PM, THURS, FRI & SAT 2PM
Great Comedy £19.50 | £24.50
Anton and Erin: Shawn Klush –
From Broadway to Hollywood The Elvis World Tour
Sun 21 January 2018 5pm Sun 4 February 2018 7.30pm
£25.50 – £49.50 £33 – £50
Join the nation’s favourite ballroom couple when Direct from the USA – the world’s most
they return with an exciting new show for 2018 successful Elvis tribute artiste of all time,
as they celebrate the golden age of Hollywood. Shawn Klush, and the incredible Dean Z,
Featuring dazzling new choreography, sparkling also Grand Champion of The Ultimate Elvis
costumes and a sensational show band Tribute Contest are bringing this incredible
performing timeless music. show to Southampton.
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“Awful Auntie Live on Stage is “A real gem! Exciting, thrilling,
a triumphant adaption of David heart-warming and memorable
Walliams’ much loved book!” – another huge dramatic hit!”
Brendan Cole – All Night Long An Evening with Colonel Chris Hadfield What's Good To Do What’s On Live
Sun 11 February 2018 7pm Mon 12 February 2018 7.30pm When Stella sets off to visit London with her From the award-winning West End producers
£21 – £44.50 £32 – £55 parents, Lord and Lady Saxby, she has no of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere
Strictly Come Dancing’s Brendan Cole takes The 21st Century’s most famous astronaut idea her life is in danger! Waking up three of David Walliams’ amazing tale of frights,
to the stage with his sensational guest dancers returns to the UK for a short tour. An Evening months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell fights and friendship, featuring a very large
to wow audiences in his latest spectacular with Colonel Chris Hadfield is a unique 90 Stella what has happened. But not everything owl, a very small ghost and a very awful Auntie!
production, All Night Long. minute presentation by this Canadian pioneer Alberta tells her turns out to be true and Stella
reflecting on his 35 year history as a military quickly discovers she’s in for the fight of her Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2014.
pilot and astronaut. life against her very own awful Auntie! Lettering of author’s name © Quentin Blake, 2010
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THURSDAY 12 – SATURDAY 21 APRIL 2018 On Saturday 14 April the 106th Anniversary of the sinking
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PREVIEWS (THU 12 & FRI 13 APRIL) & THU 19 APR 2PM £34.50 | £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50 TITAg tours
in
of the ship, the evening performance starts at 11.40pm,
the exact moment that Titanic hit the iceberg.
MON 16 – SAT 21 APR 7.30PM & SAT 2PM & 5PM £42.50 | £37.50 | £29.50 | £22.50 walk ilable.
SAT 14 APRIL 11.40PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £34.50 | £29.50 ava bsite
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DANIELLE TARENTO, STEVEN M LEVY AND VAUGHAN WILLIAMS det
Photos: Scott Rylander
IN ASSOCIATION WITH MAYFLOWER THEATRE
Photo: Annabel Vere
In the final hours of 14th April 1912 the dream of a better life in America, the Second
RMS Titanic, on her maiden voyage from Class imagine they too can join the lifestyles
Southampton to New York, collided with an of the rich and famous, whilst the millionaire
iceberg and 'the unsinkable ship' slowly sank. Barons of the First Class anticipate legacies
It was one of the most tragic disasters of the lasting forever.
20th Century. 1517 men, women and children
lost their lives. With music and lyrics by Maury Yeston and
a book by Peter Stone (Woman of the Year
Based on real people aboard the most and 1776), the pair have collectively won an
legendary ship in the world, Titanic Academy Award, an Emmy Award, an Olivier
The Musical is a stunning and stirring Award and three Tony awards. The original
production focusing on the hopes, dreams Broadway production of Titanic The Musical
and aspirations of her passengers who each won five Tony Awards including Best Musical,
boarded with stories and personal ambitions Best Score and Best Book. This brilliant new
of their own. All innocently unaware of the production direct from London won sweeping
MUSIC AND LYRICS BY MAURY YESTON – BOOK BY PETER STONE fate awaiting them, the Third Class immigrants critical acclaim across the board.
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with us on Box Office: 02380 711811 17TUESDAY 24 – SATURDAY 28 APRIL 2018 TUESDAY 1 – SATURDAY 5 MAY 2018
TUE – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £32.50 | £29.50 | £25.50 | £19.50 TUE – THU 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £47.50 | £42.50 | £29.50 | £22.50
THU 2PM £25.50 | £22.50 | £19.50 WED & THU 2PM £39 | £33 | £26 | £20
FRI & SAT 7.30PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £31.50 | £24.50
Martin Dodd for UK Productions and Derek Nicol & Paul Walden for Flying Entertainment proudly present
the Nottingham Playhouse and Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse production of
DIRECT FROM THE WEST END
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‘the best page-to-stage
show since War Horse’THE STAGE
Adapted by Matthew Spangler
Based on the best-selling novel by Khaled Hosseini
F eaturing the iconic songs
Directed by Giles Croft
‘U p W here W e B elong ’, ‘g irls J Ust W ant to h ave F Un ’, ‘a lone ’,
“There is a Following an outstanding West End run, this ‘M aterial g irl ’, ‘D on ’ t C ry o Ut l oUD ’ and Many More 80 s hits
way to be unforgettable theatrical tour de force comes to
Mayflower Theatre. Based on Khaled Hosseini’s
good again” international bestselling novel, this haunting tale
of friendship which spans cultures and The world premiere of a brand new musical that Zack Mayo is in training to become a US Navy
continents, follows one man’s journey to will simply sweep you off your feet! ‘An Officer Pilot. When he rolls into boot camp with a bit
confront his past and find redemption. and a Gentleman’ is based on the Oscar- too much of a swagger, drill Sergeant Foley
winning film starring Richard Gere. doesn’t make life easy for him. When he falls for
Afghanistan is a divided country on the verge of local girl Paula Pokrifki and tragedy befalls his
war and two childhood friends are about to be Its feel-good soundtrack includes the hit song friend and fellow candidate, Zack realises the
Originally produced by torn apart. It’s a beautiful afternoon in Kabul and from the movie ‘Up Where We Belong’ along importance of love and friendship and finds the
Nottingham Playhouse the skies are full of the excitement and joy of a with many 80s classic anthems including ‘Girls courage to be himself and win the heart of the
Theatre Company and kite flying tournament. But neither Hassan nor Just Want to Have Fun’, ‘Material Girl’, ‘Don’t Cry woman he loves. It’s only then he can truly
Liverpool Everyman Amir can foresee the terrible incident which will Out Loud’, ‘Alone’, ‘Toy Soldiers’, ‘I Was Made for become an Officer and a Gentleman.
and Playhouse shatter their lives forever. Lovin’ You’, and ‘The Final Countdown’. Let Love Lift You Up where you belong!
Includes very strong language and scenes of a sexual nature. Box Office: 02380 711811 19Live Music & TUESDAY 8 – SATURDAY 12 MAY 2018
TUE – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £46.50 | £42.50 | £35.50 | £27.50
Great Comedy WED & THU 2PM £36.50 | £29.50 | £25.50 | £19.50
THE MUSICAL FOR ALL TIME
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BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
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Bill Bailey Larks in Transit Jasper Carrott Stand Up & Rock
Sun 22 April 8pm & Sun 6 May 8pm £30 Sun 29 April 7pm £23.50 – £26.50 THEIR ...THEIR
Photos include previous cast.
Larks in Transit is a compendium of travellers’ The legendary Jasper Carrott is back with a LIVES DESTINY
tales and the general shenanigans of twenty new stand up show alongside the rock legend
years as a travelling comedian. With musical Bev Bevan and his band in a show of classic WERE JOINED
virtuosity, surreal tangents and trademark comedy and golden oldies. WORLDS THEM
intelligence.
APART... TOGETHER
BEST
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‘EXHILARATING…
ONE OF THE BEST
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SUNDAY TIMES
LYN PAUL returns from her West End run ‘GRITTY, GRIPPING,
‘THE DEFINITIVE MRS JOHNSTONE’ SUPERB’
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS MAIL ON SUNDAY
Written by Willy Russell, the legendary BLOOD affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation
The Royal British Legion Festival Sarah Millican BROTHERS tells the captivating and moving Musical’, as inevitably it “brings the audience
of Remembrance Control Enthusiast tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on cheering to its feet and roaring its approval”
Sun 11 November 7pm £22 Sun 18 November 7.30pm £30 opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again (The Daily Mail). LYN PAUL returns to the iconic
The Royal British Legion welcomes you to a Sarah Millican is not a control freak, she’s a with fateful consequences. Few musicals have role she has played many times in the West
special performance to commemorate those control enthusiast. She even controls her received quite such acclaim as the multi-award End. Lyn also starred in Bill Kenwright’s tour
who have lost their lives in conflicts. 100 years own insults, see? Funny, frank and winning BLOOD BROTHERS. Bill Kenwright’s of Cabaret with Will Young in 2013 and rose
to the very day since the end of World War unapologetically filthy. production surpassed 10,000 performances in to fame as a member of the pop group New
One, join us for an evening of music, song, London’s West End, one of only three musicals Seekers. The superb score includes Bright New
poetry and special memories. ever to achieve that milestone. It has been Day, Marilyn Monroe and Tell Me It’s Not True.
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with us on 12 Recommended age. Box Office: 02380 711811 21WEDNESDAY 16 MAY – SATURDAY 9 JUNE 2018 MONDAY 10 – SATURDAY 15 JULY 2017 ★★★★★
MON – SAT 7.30PM, THU & SAT 2PM £59.50 | £54.50 | £49.50 | £39.50 | £29.50 | £18 MON – SAT 7.30PM,‘BE SURE
THU 2PM NOT
& SAT 3PM TO MISS THIS STUNNING SHOW.’
*Relaxed Performance: THU 24 MAY 1.30PM £20 (see page 30 for details) £34.50 | £30.50 | £27.50 | £22 THE TIMES
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‘An Entertainment Phenomenon.’ Daily Telegraph
Daily Telegraph
Photos of 2017-2018 touring cast by Brinkhoff/Mögenburg
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‘A landmark theatre event.’ Time Magazine
Following 8 record-breaking years in Based on the beloved novel by Michael
London’s West End and having played in 11 Morpurgo, this powerfully moving and
countries around the world to over 7 million imaginative drama, filled with stirring
people, the National Theatre’s acclaimed play music and songs, is a show of phenomenal
War Horse will be coming to Southampton inventiveness.
as part of its 10th anniversary tour.
At its heart are astonishing life-sized horses
At the outbreak of World War One, Joey, young by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet
Albert’s beloved horse, is sold to the Cavalry Company, who bring breathing, galloping,
and shipped to France. He’s soon caught charging horses to thrilling life on stage.
up in enemy fire, and fate takes him on an
extraordinary journey, serving on both sides War Horse is an unforgettable theatrical
before finding himself alone in no man’s land. event which takes audiences on an
Albert, who remained on his parents’ Devon extraordinary journey from the fields of
farm, cannot forget Joey. Though still not old rural Devon to the trenches of First World
enough to enlist he embarks on a treacherous War France.
mission to find him and bring him home.
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AUGUST 2018
FRI 7PM, SAT 2.30PM & 7PM
SUN 1PM £16
In the past 4 years over 100,000 people have engaged with
REGIS
TS us through workshops, events, projects and performances.
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ION We put participation at the heart of Mayflower Theatre. We want to engage with you
SAL 28 JAN
BY whatever age you are. Here are some of the ways you can get involved:
£16 WEEKLY –
Mayflower Musical Youth Theatre
For young people aged 10-18
with a passion for theatre
17 JAN –
Education Forum (Free)
19 JAN –
Creative Careers Conference
(School bookings only £20 per group)
29 JAN Workshops for Adults: Hairspray
–
(£20, Over 60s £18, Students £15)
12-16 FEB Opera Engage: Tosca
–
(WNO 5 day project for ages 10-18, £50)
BOOK NOW
19 FEB Workshops for Adults: Miss Saigon
–
for our
(£20, Over 60s £18, Students £15) Easter Events
28 APR –
Public Theatre Tour (£12, Under 16s £9)
Visit mayflower.org.uk for more information or contact engage@mayflower.org.uk
Mayflower Theatre’s Summer Youth A musical by ALAIN BOUBLIL and
production for 2018 is the epic and uplifting CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG
story about the survival of the human spirit, Based on the novel by VICTOR HUGO
Les Misérables School Edition. Music by CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG
We are delighted to partner with UK leading hip-hop
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Lyrics by HERBERT KRETZMER dance company ZooNation to present their
France, Les Misérables School Edition Original French text by ALAIN BOUBLIL critically-acclaimed production Groove on Down
tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and JEAN-MARC NATEL the Road as our Summer Youth Dance Project
and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and Additional Material by JAMES FENTON between 16 August and 1 September 2018. The company behind Into the Hoods, Some Like It Hip
redemption. Ex-convict Jean Valjean is hunted Hop and The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party give their unique twist to the classic story of The Wizard of Oz.
Orchestrations by JOHN CAMERON
for decades by the ruthless policeman Javert If you have a passion for dance and aged 10-18 and would like to get involved please register
after he breaks parole. When Valjean agrees Original London production directed
and adapted by TREVOR NUNN and to audition. All levels of dance ability and experience of different styles very welcome.
to care for factory worker Fantine’s young JOHN CAIRD REGIS
daughter, Cosette, their lives change forever. VENUE: Whilst the theatre is being refurbished in Summer 2018, TER
Original London production by this production will be performed at Southampton Solent University. TO
CAMERON MACKINTOSH and AUDIT
VENUE:
THE ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY ION
Whilst the theatre is being refurbished
School Edition specially adapted and licensed by
in Summer 2018, this production will JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of
be performed at Thornden School in MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL and
Chandlers Ford. CAMERON MACKINTOSH (OVERSEAS) LIMITED
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“If you’re looking for
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the Trocks”
THE TIMES
John Bishop – Winging It
Monday 19 March
Kevin Bridges – The Brand New Tour
Wednesday 14 & Thursday 15 November
“Tutu delicious!”
THE SUNDAY TIMES
8pm £37.50 8pm £32.50
BUY A SEAT PLAQUE
AND TAKE YOUR SEAT IN HISTORY
Now is your chance to dedicate a plaque on one of the 1,659 brand new seats being
installed as part of our multi-million pound refurbishment.
Your plaque can celebrate a special occasion, share a favourite memory, remember
a loved one or express any other dedication, whilst helping us to raise
£1.35 million needed to fund this vital work.
Plaques can be secured with a donation of £500 for ten years or £300 for For more than 40 years, the all-male comedy Every performance frivolously froths with tutus
five years and can be purchased over the phone or on our website: ballet company Les Ballets Trockadero and testosterone, blush-pink ballet pumps,
de Monte Carlo (affectionately known fierce false eyelashes and prima ballerina
as “The Trocks”) have been delighting attitude however, what makes this company
mayflower.org.uk/support-us audiences of all ages at sell-out extraordinarily special is their immaculate
performances featuring their fabulous technique, daring physicality, surpassed only
sense of fun and their flawless dance. by their impeccable comic timing.
Established in New York, the Trocks are now The Programme includes Les Sylphides,
loved world-wide for their sassy spoofs and Trovatiara, and Paquita.
hilarious homages to classical ballet, where
Reg Charity No. 294745 18 dancers each transform into two personas, Post Show Q&A after the first performance.
both male and female! www.danceconsortium.com
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FRI – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £65 | £60 | £49.50 | £39.50 | £29.50 IT'S TOO GOOD TO MISS.”
MON – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM & WED 17 OCT 2PM £60 | £55 | £44.50 | £34.50 | £24.50 SOUTHERN DAILY ECHO
“The gravity-defying ‘Wizard of Oz’ prequel” destinies as Glinda The Good and
(Time Out London) has been casting its the Wicked Witch of the West.
magical spell across the world for over a
decade and continues to break records in The cast will be headed by Amy Ross
London, where it is already the 15th longest (Kinky Boots, Sunny Afternoon) as ‘Elphaba’,
running show in West End theatre history. Helen Woolf (Wicked in the West End and
on Tour) as ‘Glinda’ and Aaron Sidwell
An ingenious and witty re-imagining of the (best known as ‘Steven Beale’ in
stories and characters created by L. Frank EastEnders) as ‘Fiyero’.
Baum in ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’,
Wicked tells the incredible untold story of This multi record-breaking production flies
an unlikely but profound friendship between back for a return engagement complete
two young women who first meet as sorcery with all the spectacle and magic that make
students. Their extraordinary adventures this spellbinding show an unforgettable
in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their experience.
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These are specially adapted performances for under 2s are not admitted except to productions
customers on the autism spectrum or with sensory aimed at families but please check when booking.
and communication difficulties, or a learning When you are watching a show, please do not
disability. We are pleased to be able to offer a take photos, video, or record the audio.
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An audio version of this brochure is available The official world premiere of Derren Litten’s ITV’s award-winning comedy celebrates a
on our website. This brochure is printed on smash-hit ITV comedy BENIDORM is set to decade of all-inclusive hilarity, having followed
FSC certified paper. bring sunshine and smiles to Southampton the ensemble cast of holiday makers and
We always strive to offer you the highest standard of in the stage debut production of the hugely staff since it first broadcast in 2007. Litten
service. If you have any comments, please write to us: popular TV show. has now written an all new set of Alicante
Customer Relations, Mayflower Theatre, escapades for the much-loved cast members
Empire Lane, Southampton SO15 1AP. Starring Jake Canuso (Mateo), Janine as they swap sangria for the stage - after
Or contact us by email at: Duvitski (Jacqueline), Adam Gillen (Liam) a quick spruce up at the Blow ‘n’ Go! Book
Wednesday 24 – Sunday 28 April 2019 customerrelations@mayflower.org.uk Sherrie Hewson (Joyce Temple-Savage), now for a dose of BENIDORM sunshine and
Performance times vary, see website for details. Call the box office: 02380 711811 Shelley Longworth (Sam) and see your favourite stars from the Solana live
£19.50 - £22.50 Or visit: mayflower.org.uk Tony Maudsley (Kenneth). on stage.
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with us on Box Office: 02380 711811 33TUESDAY 27 NOVEMBER – ★★★★★ ★★★★★
SATURDAY 8 DECEMBER 2018 ‘SHREK-TACULAR’ ‘A MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA’
TUE – THU 7PM, WED & THU 2PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £29.50 SUNDAY TELEGRAPH BRISTOL POST
FRI 7PM, SAT 2PM & 7PM, SUN 1PM & 5PM £52.50 | £49.50 | £42.50 | £32.50
★★★★★ ★★★★★
‘THE PERFECT ‘SLICK, INVENTIVE,
FAMILY MUSICAL’ COLOURFUL’
HERALD SCOTLAND BIRMINGHAM MAIL
Following a record-breaking UK and Ireland Fiona from her tower, guarded by a fire breathing
Tour, the smash hit blockbuster is back love-sick dragon. Add the vertically challenged
– and larger than life! Based on the story Lord Farquaad, a gang of fairytale misfits, and a
and characters from the Oscar®-winning biscuit with attitude, and you’ve got an irresistible
DreamWorks Animation film, this hilarious mix of adventure, laughter and romance,
and spectacular production turns the world guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages!
of fairytales upside down in an all-singing,
all-dancing, must-see musical comedy. Leading the cast as beloved swamp-dwelling
ogre ‘Shrek’ will be Steffan Harri, having
Join Shrek, our unlikely hero, and his loyal steed previously starred in the original UK tour of
Donkey as they set off on a quest to rescue the SHREK THE MUSICAL®, and Call the Midwife
beautiful (if slightly temperamental) Princess star Laura Main as ‘Princess Fiona’.
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with us on Box Office: 02380 711811 35SATURDAY 15 DECEMBER 2018 – TUESDAY 8 – SATURDAY 19 JANUARY 2019
SUNDAY 6 JANUARY 2019 TUE – THU 7.30PM, WED & THU 2PM £44.50 | £39.50 | £27.50 | £20.50
£20.50 – £39.50 FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM AND 7.30PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £29.50 | £22.50
Please see website for full performance schedule.
THE MUSICAL
‘YOU’LL CRY WITH LAUGHTER AT THIS CALENDAR GIRLS MUSICAL’
Daily Mail
‘THIS IS A SOARING, EMOTIONAL AND HILARIOUS TRIUMPH’
The Sun
STAR CASTING TO BE ANNOUNCED!
‘A GLORIOUSLY FUN CELEBRATION… MAKE A DATE NOW TO
Join our hero Dick Whittington as he Can he outwit the evil King Rat, free London SEE THE GIRLS… IT IS RIOTOUSLY BRILLIANT’
seeks fame, fortune and happiness and from his team of revolting rodents and win the The Mirror
becomes the Lord Mayor of London. beautiful Alice’s hand in marriage? Find out
in the ultimate magical pantomime adventure!
Guided by the magical Fairy Bow Bells on This Dick Whittington production comes Calendar Girls the Musical, by Gary Barlow star reviews in London’s West End now
an adventure that sends him from London direct from the London Palladium by Qdos and Tim Firth, is the award winning production comes to Southampton with an all star cast.
town to the High Seas headed for Morocco, Entertainment, the team behind Southampton’s based on the true story of the calendar girls – The Times described Calendar Girls the
don’t miss the action-packed pantomime biggest annual pantomime. Don’t miss the a group of ordinary ladies who achieved Musical as ‘pure gold’. Don’t miss your
full of laughter, music and eye-popping magic of the annual Mayflower Theatre something extraordinary. This marvellous chance to see this glorious production
special effects. Pantomime and book your tickets now! musical comedy which received fantastic five straight from London’s West End.
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MON – THU 7.30PM, WED & THU 2PM £49.50 | £44.50 | £37.50 | £29.50 COMING SOON
FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £54.50 | £50.50 | £42.50 | £36.50
FOR 2019
THE WEST END PHENOMENON RETURNS! THE GROUNDBREAKING
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Daily Express
Tuesday 22 – Saturday 26 Wednesday 30 January –
January 2019 Saturday 2 February 2019 £12 – £49.50
£19.50 – £39.50 Birmingham Royal Ballet returns with David
The story of three boyhood friends, each Bintley’s stunning version of this classic family
searching for meaning in a post 9-11 world, fairytale. A girl, a hideous beast, a golden
American Idiot features the music of Green ballroom full of animals, two haughty sisters
Day with the lyrics by lead singer Billie Joe and a grumpy grandmother dance through the
Armstrong and book by Billie Joe Armstrong unfolding pages of Philip Prowse’s stunning
and Michael Mayer. storybook set.
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THE STORY OF FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS
The internationally acclaimed stage sensation, Featuring hit after legendary hit including Tuesday 20 – Saturday 31 August 2019 Tuesday 3 – Saturday 14
JERSEY BOYS is working its way back to BEGGIN’, CAN’T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU, £25 – £49.50 September 2019
Southampton! This smash hit musical has OH WHAT A NIGHT, SHERRY, WALK LIKE Doctor Dolittle returns to the stage in Leslie £24.50 – £55.50
won 57 major awards worldwide, including the A MAN, BYE BYE BABY, BIG GIRLS DON’T Bricusse’s acclaimed family musical. Join the Winner of every major Best Musical award,
OLIVIER AWARD® for BEST NEW MUSICAL. CRY and many more, JERSEY BOYS is a eccentric Doctor, his human companions and including the 2016 Olivier Award for Best
Jersey Boys tells the true life story of four boys story full of heart, humour and ‘sheer musical his exotic menagerie of animal friends on an New Musical. Don’t miss the ‘freshest, most
from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote razzmatazz’ (THE SUNDAY EXPRESS) you extraordinary adventure. From the producers fabulous, feel-good musical of the decade’
their own songs, invented their own unique simply will never forget. of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, this production (The Hollywood News) as it struts into
sound, and sold 100 million records worldwide. promises stunning visual puppetry and fun for all. Southampton in 2019!
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