Oxford New Theatre Brochure Summer 2011 by Ambassador Theatre Group

SUMMER 2011 BOX OFFICE 0844 871 3020 (bkg fee) www.newtheatreoxford.org.uk

Mon 18 - Sat 23 Jul

backstage Tours at the New Theatre Sneak A Peek Behind The Magic! The New Theatre tours offer an exciting way to see the theatre from a truly unique perspective. Tread the boards of our prestigious stage and experience what your favourite performers from stage, screen and the music world enjoy every time they visit. Tours start at 10.30am and last around one and a half hours. They take you on an exciting journey around the backstage areas, including our haunted dressing room, historic sub-stage revolve and, of course, on our vast and momentous stage. Packed full of fascinating stories and in-depth history, come to listen, come to learn or just come to soak up the wonderful atmosphere of Oxford’s oldest and most revered theatre!

Welcome Once again we are delighted to present to you a wonderful array of fabulous shows and artists here at the New Theatre in the heart of Oxford! As important as it is for us to continue to play host to the best in live touring entertainment, it is equally important to ensure that your experience is a special and memorable one. My welcome page in our last brochure made reference to some impending improvements to the stalls auditorium and I am delighted to confirm that work was completed. If you would be interested to learn a little more about our ongoing improvements please do make reference to page 20 in this brochure.

Sat 14 MAY & Sat 11 JUN SOLD OUT! More dates coming soon, please check our website or email on the address below. Adults £7 Concessions £5.50 Family (4 -9 people) £5 per person LiveCard Holders £4

Once again, on behalf of my fantastic team, we very much look forward to seeing you attend a show here at the New Theatre in the very near future!

Tickets are available at the New Theatre Box Office or by calling 01865 320770

Jamie Baskeyfield General Manager

Jamie Baskeyfield

diary April the ukulele orchestra of great britain Sat 2 Apr stagecoach charity spectacular Sun 3 Apr sally morgan Mon 4 Apr Ed Byrne Crowd pleaser Thu 7 Apr The Big Ballet Fri 8 Apr Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club Sun 10 Apr

As a successful and respected theatre provider, ATG has years of experience helping millions of customers enjoy the very best theatre and live entertainment - and now it’s your turn to be part of it.

80s mania Sat 28 May

out of the blue Mon 30 May

Sister act Tue 18 - Sat 29 Oct

June fireman sam Thu 2 Jun

Horrible Histories Tue 7- Sat 11 Jun

May uncaged monkeys Sun 1 May mike & the mechanics Tue 3 May

The British Pink Floyd Show Sat 7 May matthew bourne’s cinderella Tue 10 - Sat 14 May halfway to paradise THE BILLY FURY STORY Mon 16 May al murray barrel of fun extra fri 20 May ladysmith black mambazo Tue 24 May

stephen merchant Wed 28 - Thu 29 Sep october Strictly gershwin english national ballet Thu 6 - Sun 9 Oct

Derren Brown svengali returns only Tue 19- Sat 23 Apr Blood Brothers starring Niki evans Mon 25- Sat 30 Apr

september nigel kennedy Sun 11 Sep

Milton Jones lion whisperer Sun 29 May

jake & elwood the best blues brothers show in the world ever! sat 4 Jun

Talon Fri 6 May

Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) is the largest theatre operator in the world combining its international stature with core local values.

spelbound variety show fri 27 May

Midnight Tango starring vincent & flavia Tue 12- Sat 16 Apr

dylan moran Yeah, yeah Wed 4 - Thu 5 May

For further information or to arrange a bespoke private tour, please email oxfordgroups@theambassadors.com Advance booking is essential.

The solid silver 60s show Thu 26 May

Michael Ball Tue 14 Jun that’ll be the day Thu 16 Jun John Cleese Alimony tour Fri 17- Mon 20 Jun danny bhoy messenger (please do not shoot) Tue 21 Jun jonathan ansell & Friends Fri 24 Jun July the drifters Thu 14 Jul Jason Manford Fri 15- Sat 16 Jul grease Mon 18 - Sat 23 Jul august guys & dolls junior (stage experience) Thu 18 - Sat 20 Aug

November jools holland & his rhythm and blues orchestra Thu 10 Nov a question of sport live fri 11 Nov abba the show Sat 12 Nov sarah millican thoroughly modern millican Sun 13 Nov cinderella on ice Thu 17 - Sun 20 Nov Welsh national opera don giovanni the barber of seville katya kabanova Tue 22 - Sat 26 Nov Reginald D Hunter Sun 27 Nov december south pacific Tue 6- Sat 31 Dec february 2012 childish things 8 Mon 27 - Tue 28 Feb march 2012 lord of the dance Fri 30 Mar - Sun 1 Apr april 2012 M.I. High Wed 4 - Sat 7 Apr

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‘as thrilling as dance gets’ arlene phillips

Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace have dazzled television audiences for six series of the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing with their stunning Tango routines. Now they have created their own live show - Midnight Tango – a breathtaking evening bringing all the drama, sensuality and elegance of this most exciting of dance forms to life.

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Set in a late night bar in downtown Buenos Aires and featuring some of the finest Tango dancers in the world, Midnight Tango takes you on a journey into the heart of this intoxicating city. As danger and excitement, joy and jealousy, pain and passion all combine – this is a spectacular and explosive evening not to be missed! Strictly 7 performances only so book now for the season’s most eagerly anticipated theatrical event. www.midnighttango.co.uk

Tue 12 - sat 16 apr Tue - Fri eves 7.30pm Wed mat 2.30pm Sat 4pm & 8pm L G c e Details page 31

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for the first time in oxford for nearly a decade ‘a triumphant evening unmissable and unbeatable’ the spectator

‘DEVASTATING. A MASTERPIECE. IF YOU HAVEN’T SEEN IT GO. IF YOU HAVE, GO AGAIN’

Bill Kenwright presents

NEWS OF THE WORLD

‘THE MUSICAL OF THE DECADE’ INTERNATIONAL HERALD TRIBUNE

starring x factor’s

niki evans as Mrs Johnstone Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. Starring X Factor’s Niki Evans as Mrs Johnstone, the superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True. Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award-winning Blood Brothers, and this production, having recently celebrated its 21st phenomenal year in London, continues to enjoy standing ovations at every devastating performance. No wonder Blood Brothers is now ‘The musical for all time’.

‘BRINGS THE AUDIENCE CHEERING TO ITS FEET AND ROARING ITS APPROVAL’ daily mail

MIDWEEK MATINEE SPECIAL Senior citizens & children; Best available seats £12.50 (Wed 27 mat)

mon 25 - sat 30 apr Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm L G c e Details page 31

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BEST NEW DANCE PRODUCTION Olivier Award Nominee 2011

‘A valentine to the power of love’ LA TIMES

★★★★

‘A perfect treat’ daily telegraph

★★★★

‘A gripping theatrical spectacle’ The guardian

★★★★

‘A sweeping wartime romance’ The times

★★★★★

★★★★

‘romance, fantasy and fun’ Time out

A New Adventures Production Direct from breaking all box office records at London’s Sadler’s Wells comes New Adventures’ beautiful and unique interpretation of the best loved fairytale of all, Cinderella. Set in London during the Second World War, Matthew Bourne’s portrayal of Prokofiev’s haunting score has, at its heart, a true wartime romance. A chance meeting results in a magical night for Cinderella and her dashing young RAF pilot, together just long enough to fall in love before being parted by the horrors of the Blitz. Bourne’s vivid storytelling has never been more heart-stopping and touching, creating a unique and unforgettable depiction of a familiar and beloved fable. Matthew Bourne has achieved worldwide artistic success with his imaginative new stagings of popular classics such as Swan Lake, The Car Man, Nutcracker!, Dorian Gray and Edward Scissorhands. Matthew’s other Directing and Choreography credits include the West End and Broadway hits Mary Poppins and Oliver!

‘A gripping theatrical spectacle. bourne scatters love like fairy dust’ guardian Scan QR code with your mobile and watch a preview of the show

Tue 10 - sat 14 may Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm l g c e F Details page 31

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‘the No.1 GREATEST MUSICAL!!!’

An eye-popping 3D Treat for all the family!

‘100 GREATEST MUSICALS - CHANNEL 4’

★★★★★ ‘EDUCATING, ENTERTAINING, AND ENJOYABLE, A TOUR DE FORCE!’ BBC

The No.1 Greatest Musical, Grease, is back at the New Theatre from 18 July for 1 week only! Danny Bayne (winner of ITV’s Grease Is The Word, Hairspray) returns as Danny with Carina Gillespie (Grease, Buddy) as Sandy.

It’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and ground-breaking 3D special effects, these two astounding shows - The Awful Egyptians and The Ruthless Romans - are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips. THE AWFUL EGYPTIANS From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt. Are you ready to rumble with Ramesses the Great? Dare you enter through the Gates of the Afterlife? THE RUTHLESS ROMANS From the evil Emperors to the gruesome gladiators, find out why there’s no place like Rome! Experience the terrible tactics of the Roman army, hold on tight for a jaw-dropping journey into Roman Britain and prepare to meet sword-slaying Spartacus! 10

See reviews, photos and a trailer of the show at www.birminghamstage.com

Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and take a trip to a simpler time as ‘bad boy’ Danny and ‘the girl next door’ Sandy fall in love all over again.

Tue 7 - sat 11 JUN Tue eve 7pm Wed - Thu 10.30am & 1.30pm Fri 10.30am & 7pm Sat 2.30am & 7pm l g c e F Details page 31

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It’s the original High-School musical, featuring all the unforgettable songs from the hit movie including You’re The One That I Want, Grease Is The Word, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Sandy, Greased Lightnin’ and many more. So throw your mittens around your kittens and Hand Jive the night away with the show that’ll make you want to stand up and shout, ‘A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop, A-wop-bam-boom!’

‘IT’S ELECTRIFYING - GO, GO, GO!’ Neil Sean, Sky News

‘grease is still the word’ sunday telegraph Photographs by Paul Coltas

mon 18 - sat 23 jul Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 5pm & 8.30pm l g c e Details page 31

0844 871 3020 (bkg fee) www.newtheatreoxford.org.uk

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exclusive preview prior to nationaltour

stage experience

The New Theatre Stage Experience is pleased to return with the classic musical Guys & Dolls (junior edition) starring 150 of Oxford’s most talented youngsters. Transporting you to 1940’s New York, small time gambler Nathan Detroit bets his big time pal Sky Masterson that he can’t make the next woman he sees fall in love with him, unfortunately for Sky that happens to be the neighbourhood missionary Sarah Brown. Whilst Sky tries to woo Sarah, reluctant groom Nathan is giving poor fiancée Adelaide the run-around. Will Sarah fall for Sky? Will Adelaide ever get Nathan to marry her? Will Nathan ever find a secret venue for his dice game? Featuring classic songs such as Luck Be A Lady, If I Were A Bell, A Bushel And A Peck and Sit Down You’re Rockin’ The Boat, this is the Summer event not to be missed! Auditions Sun 27 Mar. See website for details & to download an application form. GUYS AND DOLLS JUNIOR A part of THE BROADWAY JUNIOR COLLECTION™ Based on a story and characters by Damon Runyon Book by JO SWERLING & ABE BURROWS Music and Lyrics by FRANK LOESSER This amateur production is presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD. On behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of NEW YORK

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‘to witness talent this exuberant, this alive & this home grown was, to put it simply, a privilege’ oxford mail, fame, stage experience 2010

book before mon 18 apr & save £2.50 on each ticket

THU 18 - Sat 20 aug Thu - Sat eves 7.30pm Sat 2.30pm l g c Details page 31

0844 871 3020 (bkg fee) www.newtheatreoxford.org.uk

Strictly Gershwin Strictly Gershwin is a dazzling celebration of George Gershwin and the razzmatazz of the big band era and Hollywood musicals. Gershwin’s sassy tunes combine with Derek Deane’s sensational choreography to conjure up the silver screen glamour of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. Featuring over 100 superb artists including guest singers and a live jazz orchestra playing a host of Gershwin favourites including An American in Paris, Rhapsody in Blue and Summertime, Strictly Gershwin is guaranteed to get your toes tapping and your spirits soaring!

‘Sleek and hugely enjoyable’ The Times Photograph by Patrick Baldwin Generously supported by Swarovski

£5 discount per ticket If booked & paid before Sun 31 Jul Thu & Fri eve and Sat & Sun mat, up to 9 tickets Top 2 prices only

thu 6 - sun 9 oct Thu 2pm & 7.30pm Fri 7.30pm Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm Sun 2.30pm l g c e Details page 31

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‘A HABIT-FORMING TRIUMPH!’ evening standard

DIRECT FROM THE WEST END! WHOOPI GOLDBERG &

STAGE ENTERTAINMENT present

From producers Whoopi Goldberg and Stage Entertainment (Hairspray, High School Musical) the smash hit musical comedy Sister Act is coming to the New Theatre, direct from its record-breaking run at the London Palladium. When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be found - a convent! Disguised as a nun she quickly finds fans amongst her fellow ‘sisters’ but makes the wrong impression on the convent’s strict Mother Superior. But when she turns her attention to the church’s off-key choir, helping the nuns to find their true voices and breathing new life into the rundown neighbourhood, her cover could be blown for good. With the gang giving chase, is time running out for Deloris? Or have they underestimated the power of her new found Sisterhood? Based on the smash hit movie of the same name, this fabulous, family-friendly, feel-good show is packed with songs inspired by Motown, funk, soul and disco. More than a million people saw Sister Act in the West End and now, as the habit hits the road in this multi-million pound production, you too can see why musical audiences fell in love with the funniest and funkiest nun on the run, and her heavenly sequinned sisters! www.SisterActTheMusical.com

Images from the original West End production, photography Catherine Ashmore

‘glorious fun!’ daily telegraph

Tue 18 - sat 29 oct Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm Sun 23 Oct 3pm No perfs Mon 25 Oct audio described Perf Thu 20 Oct Described by Irene Richards signed perf Thu 27 Oct Signer Clare Edwards Call 01865 320770 l g c e Details page 31

0844 871 3020 (bkg fee) www.newtheatreoxford.org.uk

welsh national opera’s autumn 2011 season

coming soon in 2012

M.I. High

Join Welsh National Opera for great performances of great operas at the New Theatre Oxford.

Mission: OXFORD

Experience Mozart’s dark masterpiece Don Giovanni in a major new production, directed by John Caird. Revel in the sun, wit and warmth of Rossini’s classic comedy The Barber of Seville in this celebrated period-set production. Be captivated by Janáˇ cek’s heart-breaking tragedy Katya Kabanova.

the stage (on The Barber of Seville)

tue 22 - sat 26 nov Don Giovanni Tue 22 & Fri 25, 7pm Katya Kabanova Wed 23, 7.15pm The Barber of Seville Thu 24 & Sat 26, 7.15pm On General Sale 11 Apr

(Top left) photo by Robert Workman The Barber of Seville (top right) photo by Johan Persson Katya Kabanova (bottom right) photo by Ivan Kyncl

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fri 30 mar - sun 1 apr 2012

Sat 2.30pm & 7pm l g f e

Eves 8pm Sat & Sun Mats 2.30pm

Visit wno.org.uk for detailed casting, videos, story summaries and music clips.

‘one of welsh national opera’s all-time favourite productions’

created by michael flatley

wed 4 - sat 7 apr 2012 Wed - Thu 10.30am & 1.30pm Fri 10.30am & 7pm

lord of the dance

0844 871 3020 (bkg fee)

Since its world premiere, Lord Of The Dance has become the most talked about, the most written about and the most acclaimed show in musical history. It has gone on to receive unparalleled accolades and has broken theatrical records everywhere. With more than 150,000 taps per performance, the Irish dance spectacular promises to wow British audiences yet again with its breathtaking footwork and dazzling music.

ON sale now!

The nation’s most important spy organisation is assembling a new team to fight a terrifying new threat from SKUL around the UK. Now is your chance to join MI HIGH in saving the country and defeating the Grand Master. SKUL agents have been seen in Oxford planning their attack. MI9 needs your help to prevent SKUL taking over the city.Your mission is to become a special agent and be ready for action. This is not a test. This time it’s real! Go to www.mihighlive.com

On sale now!

www.newtheatreoxford.org.uk

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Winner of 7 Tony Awards NEW YORK’S Lincoln Center Theater production of

DIRECT FROM LONDON’S BARBICAN Sold Out on Broadway and across America A Spectacular Musical strictly limited season

‘RAPTUROUS AND REVELATORY!’ New York Times

‘GORGEOUS! SOUTH PACIFIC doesn’t just FLOAT, IT SOARS!’ USA TODAY

‘THE BEST RODGERS & HAMMERSTeIN IN A GENERATION’ Washington Post

Supported by

The producers of West Side Story and Guys and Dolls present the breathtaking and lavish Lincoln Center Theater production of South Pacific. This international hit landmark production which reinvented the classic musical swept the 2008 Tony Awards, played to sold-out houses on Broadway, and is currently selling out across America. Considered one of the finest musicals ever written, the score includes Some Enchanted Evening, I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair and There is Nothin’ Like a Dame. Set on a tropical island during World War II, this is the sweeping romantic story of two couples, threatened by the realities of war and by their own prejudices. Its portrayal of Americans stationed in an alien culture in wartime is as relevant today as when it first thrilled audiences. With a cast of 40 and a live orchestra of 25, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to witness one of the greatest musicals of all time, as the critics agree, ‘This is a show you will remember forever.’ 18 x

Production photo of original cast

tue 6 - sat 31 dec Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm Mon 26 Dec 3pm Tue 27 & Thu 29 Dec mat 2.30pm No perfs 7.30pm on 24 & 31 Dec & 2.30pm on 28 Dec

early booking offer Booking 1 - 9 tickets saves £5 if booked and paid before 31 May Booking 10+ tickets save £10 if booked and paid before 30 June Top 3 prices only, excl Fri & Sat & 26 - 31 Dec

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spring variety RESTORATION LEVY

RUMER SAT 26 MAR 7.30pm

Stall Seats

Second Circle Baron

More spacious Box Office

Since January 1st 2010 our theatres have been retaining £1 per ticket towards a restoration levy and as such I am delighted to confirm the improvements being made every year are now accelerating as a result of this extremely valuable revenue stream.

foyer; this service point will increase speed of service for our circle ticket holders wishing to purchase refreshments & snacks in this area.

toilet refurbishments.

As reported in our last brochure, in September we renovated the stalls seating & increased the legroom, laid new carpet (as well as in the main entrance foyer) and decorated the stalls auditorium. This was in addition to a number of other improvements made for our customers in 2010. By the end of February our valued customers will enjoy a new entrance directly off George St when we complete some modifications to our box office. Our customers will also be able to use a second and new bar / kiosk for the Circle

In February we placed orders such that a major refurbishment of our stalls bar & toilets can take place throughout March. This scheme, in excess of £150k, will create a warm & appealing space to enjoy a drink pre & post show as well as offering a new VIP Lounge within it. In April we enter into a new financial year and as such we hope to take advance of a new capital budget in addition to the restoration levy; we are currently planning to renovate the Circle auditorium seats, lay new carpet in the Circle auditorium & Circle foyer, install air cooling into the Stalls auditorium and carry out some front of house

There is no doubt that the restoration levy is accelerating the improvements to the theatre which is of direct benefit to our customers; thank you all for every ticket you have bought or plan to buy at the Oxford New Theatre.

Rumer’s 2011 tour dates will see her showcase her critically acclaimed debut album, Seasons Of My Soul. The record has seen her crowned the fastest-selling new female artist of 2010, having shifted over 100,000 copies since its November release. Plus support.

UKuLELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN sat 2 apr 7.30pm The oldest and the best, it unites fans across the globe in celebration of ‘one plucking thing after another’ on ‘instruments bought for loose change.’ They have sixteen-handedly turned the world on to the ukulele. The Ukes appear on stage with one ukulele each, no gimmicks, no tricks, no vocal enhancers or overproduced wizardry, then proceed to tear the house down.

I am very pleased with what has been achieved thus far and particularly excited about what is planned for the near future.

Jamie Baskeyfield Jamie Baskeyfield General Manager

STAGECOACH

sally morgan

CHARITY SPECTACULAR

psychic sally on the road

sun 3 apr 5pm l c g

Mon 4 apr 7.30pm G

A fun filled musical spectacular, featuring the students from the Stagecoach centres in Oxford, raising money for the Children’s Hospital and InterAct. These talented young people, aged 6 to 18, present a modern day version of Cinderella full of song and dance to entertain the whole family.

Fresh from her new TV series - Psychic Sally On The Road on LIVING TV - Britain’s best loved celebrity psychic, Sally Morgan returns by overwhelming public demand. Sally now brings her amazing abilities and her tremendous personality to the stage with a unique theatrical experience, which is both hugely entertaining and enlightening. Sally Morgan has taken the UK by storm! www.sallymorgan.tv

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mystery, concerts & comedy

spring variety

the big ballet

MIKE & THE MECHANICS

crowd pleaser

the size does matter tour

hit the road tour 2011

thu 7 apr 7.30pm

fri 8 apr 7.30pm l c

tue 3 may 8pm

After the massive success of his last show, Different Class, master of observational comedy and star of Mock The Week and Have I Got News For You, Ed Byrne is back with his new show Crowd Pleaser. Exploring subjects and situations Ed finds frustratingly maddening, Crowd Pleaser is a hilarious insight into Ed’s life.

A ballet like nothing ever seen before, an ensemble of 16 Corps de Ballet dancers, each weighing no less than 16-stone and united in a common cause; not to lose a single pound. These ladies enchant their audiences with different classical and modern ballet pieces in a hilarious comedy show full of fun and astonishing choreography, proving that you shouldn’t take life, or yourself, too seriously.

Following a 6 year hiatus and a massive reunion with Genesis, Mike Rutherford has joined forces with one of the UK’s most successful R&B acts Andrew Roachford and Canadian born singer and actor Tim Howar for a new generation of Mike & The Mechanics. Hear all the hits including Silent Running, All I Need Is A Miracle, The Living Years and Over My Shoulder.

ed byrne

Recommended age 16+.

tue 19 - sat 23 apr 7.30pm returns only

buena vista social club

UNCAGED MONKEYS

featuring omara portuondo

sun 1 may 8pm l c

sun 10 apr 7.30pm c An extraordinary line-up of Buena Vista Social Club™ stalwarts, together in a 15 piece band direct from Havana, return by popular demand to present some of the finest Cuban music ever made. Joining the band this year is Omara Portuondo, a member of the original Buena Vista Social Club™, whose 2008 recording Gracias, won a Latin Grammy.

The first ever national science tour celebrating the universe and many of the wonders that lie within it. The finest names in science broadcasting gather together to talk of dark matter, black holes, Bonobo apes, the big bang and anything else they can cram into two hours. A night like no other, mixing live presentations and fabulous projections of the phenomenal. Prepare to be amazed! Recommended age 16+

For everybody who attended his sell-out performances here at the New Theatre in 2009, there can be no doubt that Derren Brown has become nothing short of a phenomenon. So, we’re delighted to announce that Derren will be making a return to Oxford in 2011 with his brand new production, Derren Brown: Svengali.

‘Brilliant. There was nothing for it but to surrender to his control’ Mail on Sunday Not suitable for children under 12 years

dylan moran Yeah yeah wed 4 - Thu 5 may 8pm l g c Dylan Moran, star of Black Books, Shaun of the Dead and Run Fat Boy Run, is about to spread a little happiness with a brand new tour for 2011. Searing observations and sumptuous imagery, painted across a large fraying canvas with cruel, curmudgeonly ‘Moranesque’ brush strokes and all delivered with Dylan’s renowned, shambolic charm. It’s simply unmissable. Recommended age 15+

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concerts & comedy

talon

the british pink floyd show

ladysmith black mambazo

SOLID SILVER 60S SHOW

the best of eagles

greatest hits, world tour 2011

tue 24 may 7.30pm

THU 26 MAY 7.30pm

fri 6 may 7.30pm l c

sat 7 may 8pm

For over forty years, the voices of Ladysmith Black Mambazo have married the intricate rhythms and harmonies of their native South African musical traditions to the sounds and sentiments of Christian gospel music. The result is a musical and spiritual alchemy that has touched a worldwide audience representing every corner of the religious, cultural and ethnic landscape.

Now in its 26th year the show features the unforgettable talents of Dave Berry, Chris Farlowe, Wayne Fontana, Terry Sylvester (formerly of The Hollies) all backed by Vanity Fare and very special guests The Merseybeats. Songs include The Crying Game, Handbags and Gladrags, Game of Love, He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother, The Air That I Breathe, and many more. Hear the classic hits performed by the original hitmakers!

In 2004 the Eagles filmed the opening night of their all time best selling Farewell 1 tour. In 2011 Talon revisit that magical night recreating the immensely powerful five part harmony vocals and exact musical production. Talon are recognised throughout the industry as the definitive Eagles tribute show. ‘Totally awesome evening’ THE SUN

concerts & Variety

From the producer of The Australian Pink Floyd Show comes a brand new and even bigger Pink Floyd live spectacular. This extravagant new show brings together all the best elements of a real Pink Floyd show; world class musicians, world class road crew, together with amazing new cutting edge Floydian animation and a staggering new stage production. BritFloyd.com. Free two hour live Brit Floyd promo DVD with every ticket!

HALFWAY TO PARADISE

AL MURRAY

SPELBOUND variety show

80s MANIA

THE BILLY FURY STORY

barrel of fun extra

FRI 27 MAY 7.30pm c l g

SAT 28 MAY 7.30pm L C

MON 16 MAY 7.30pm L C

FRI 20 MAY 8pm

A shy young boy from Liverpool is re-christened Billy Fury and becomes one of Britains’ best loved rock stars. Now in its 14th year and still furiously rockin’, hear his own band re-play his timeless hits live - Last Night Was Made For Love, I Will, Jealousy, Halfway To Paradise & many more. Add the beautiful voice of Colin Gold and you have a night blessed by heaven.

Following the huge success of his 2010 tour, Al Murray The Pub Landlord is extending time at the bar by adding more dates to his Barrel of Fun tour. Barrel of Fun Extra will see the Guv going back to basics; returning to many of the intimate venues where he made his name. Tickets are guaranteed to sell-out fast, so get your order in now.

A variety show bringing the best of all genres, with national and international stars, headlined by Britain’s Got Talent 2010 winner and acrobatic phenomenon Spelbound. Since the public voted them the best hidden talent in the country, and after a long residency in Las Vegas, they provided the ‘wow factor’ at the recent London Palladium Royal Variety Show. This is your chance to see them up close in your own theatre.

Step back in time and join Europe’s premier 1980s experience with over 35 chart topping smash hits live in concert! Adam Ant, Nena, The Human League, Madonna, Duran Duran, Boy George, Cyndi Lauper, plus many more recreated live on stage - Live Aid meets Top of the Pops. Dig out your 80s fashions and prepare to party! www.80smaniashow.com

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comedy, concerts, family

concerts & comedy

milton jones

out of the blue

michael ball

LION WHISPERER

MON 30 MAY 7.30pm l g c

heroes tour

SUN 29 MAY 8pm You know, the weird bloke with the shirts from Mock the Week, as well as star of the Michael McIntyre Roadshow, the voice of 8 series for Radio 4 (including The Very World of Milton Jones and Another Case of Milton Jones) and all sorts of other radio and telly. Awards too. Well it’s his new show with new stuff, not in his last show. YouTube him or something.

Oxford’s only all male vocal sensation return to the New Theatre to present their end of year spectacular with an explosion of sound. This charming ensemble deliver a unique performance - representing genres from across the musical spectrum using only their voices! Prepare yourselves for dazzling harmonies, outrageously unprofessional choreography and infectious musicality.

tue 14 jun 8pm Michael Ball is one of Britain’s most loved and respected performers - a leading musical theatre star, multi-platinum recording artist, TV and radio presenter and Olivier Award winner. For one night only, Michael will wow Oxford with his brand new show aptly named Heroes, where Michael will be performing songs by his heroes from the music world & tracks from his new album Heroes.

john cleese alimony tour fri 17 - mon 20 jun 7.30pm

fireman sam live

jake and elwood

that’ll be the day

PONTYPANDY ROCKS

the Best Blues Brothers Show in the World Ever!

brand new 25th anniversary show

sat 4 jun 7.30pm c g l

THU 16 JUN 7.30pm G l c

Jake & Elwood invite you to spend an evening in Downtown Chicago to witness masters at work as they explode on stage for their soul, rhythm and blues revue. With the driving backbeat of the fabulous Black Rhino Band, they continue to deliver electrifying, totally live performances to standing ovation audiences globally. The Way It Is, The Way It Was and The Way It Should Be.

The legendary That’ll Be The Day, the UK’s most successful touring rock ‘n’ roll production, returns with it’s 25th anniversary show. Trevor, Gary and the gang return with the show’s ‘greatest hits’ featuring the most popular feel-good comedy routines and favourite hits from the 1950s, 60s and 70s which have been performed in the show over the last 25 years. www.thatllbetheday.com

THU 2 JUN 2.30pm f Join Fireman Sam, and all his friends, as Pontypandy hosts its first ever music festival! With great new songs, daring new rescues, and more adventure than ever before, you won’t want to miss this brand new live show! The Hero next door is back, ‘rock on’ down to Pontypandy to join in all the fun.

For the first time ever, comedy legend and the most senile member of Monty Python will be bringing his Evening With show to the UK. Best known for his idiosyncratic turns in Monty Python's Flying Circus and Fawlty Towers, John Cleese will bring his unique comedic perspective to audiences across the UK. Cleese has achieved a lot in his career. Monty Python was created with Cleese co-writing and starring in four series and three films. Cleese created Fawlty Towers with then wife Connie Booth and A Fish Called Wanda which he wrote and starred in with Jamie Lee Curtis. The 90s brought roles in Bond movies The World is Not Enough and Die Another Day. Cleese has done it all, and now it’s time for him to tell you about his jam-packed life!

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concerts & comedy

danny bhoy

jonathan ansell & friends

NIGEL KENNEDY

JOOLS HOLLAND

Messenger (please do not shoot)

sing the music of g4

sun 11 sep 7.30pm

thu 10 nov 7.30pm

tue 21 jun 8pm

fri 24 jun 7.30pm G F S

Scotland’s Danny Bhoy embarks on a tour of the UK following his spectacular British TV debut in Live At The Apollo. He is one of the most popular and well-travelled comedians working today and until now British audiences have only had rare opportunities to see ‘Scotland’s brightest hope since Billy Connolly’.

The sensational voice on over 2 million albums, former G4 front man and international recording star Jonathan Ansell is coming to town in his first ever nationwide solo tour. Accompanied by three superb singers and musicians, Jonathan will be performing G4’s greatest hits, along with some of pop and opera’s most famous songs.

For over 25 years Nigel Kennedy has been acknowledged as one of the world’s leading violin virtuosos and is, without doubt, one of the most important violinists Britain has ever produced. His virtuoso technique, unique talent and mass appeal have brought fresh perspectives to both the classical and contemporary repertoire. Nigel will be performing a programme including Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons and will be accompanied on the evening by the Orchestra Of Life & The Nigel Kennedy Band.

The undisputed King of boogie-woogie Jools Holland, joined by his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, embarks on tour impressing audiences old and new. The legendary artist Shane MacGowan has been confirmed as Jools’ very special guest, creating a unique collaboration every night of the tour that is not to be missed. Plus long time guest vocalists Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall.

ABBA THE SHOW

REGINALD D HUNTER

Recommended age 14+.

the drifters

jason manford

thu 14 jul 7.30pm l g c

off on tour we go

the ultimate tribute to abba

fri 15 - sat 16 july 8pm

sat 12 nov 8pm

As seen on Live at the Apollo and Walk on the Wild Side, BBC1; 8 out of 10 Cats, Channel 4; Royal Variety Performance 2009, ITV1 and Jason Manford & Friends, BBC Radio 2.

Featuring ABBA’s original saxophone player, Ulf Andersson, this is deemed the most authentic ABBA show to date. Performed by Sweden’s Waterloo, a world renowned group, the show charts the ABBA story from their Eurovision beginnings to their major international success. Featuring classic songs such as Waterloo, SOS, Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Money Money Money and Knowing Me, Knowing You.

As one of the biggest selling groups of all time, The Drifters has featured over 60 different vocalists in a unique and dynamic history spanning six decades. Tonight’s high-energy concert highlights the numerous musical reincarnations of this group from early Doo Wop classics such as Fools Fall In Love and Let The Boogie Woogie Roll to much loved early pop/rock ‘n roll hits such as Under The Boardwalk and Save The Last Dance For Me and new material. www.theofficialdrifters.com

‘SHARP OBSERVATIONAL COMEDY, INSPIRED ONE-LINERS - MANFORD CERTAINLY KNOWS HOW TO GET THE LAUGHS’ Metro

sometimes even the devil tells the truth sun 27 nov 8pm In just over a decade, Reginald D Hunter has become one of the UK comedy industry’s bestknown and most distinctive performers. His work is often brutally honest, frequently controversial but always meticulously measured and thought out. ‘MAGic. HIS IS A PERFECT SET’ guardian Recommended Age 16+

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booking information

closing times Monday to Saturday 6pm* *The theatre box office will close 30 minutes after the advertised performance time or 30 minutes after the advertised artist takes the stage, whichever is later.

Sundays & Public Holidays The theatre box office will close 30 mins after the advertised performance time or 30 mins after the advertised artist takes the stage, whichever is later (closed on days with no performance).

Telephone Bookings Ticketmaster 0844 871 3020 (bkg fee) (24 hr booking line) Calls charged at national rate, subject to bkg/ transaction fee. RNID Typetalk 0844 277 9856 Groups Hotline Venue Groups 0844 871 3040 (Mon - Fri 9.30am - 6pm) oxfordgroups@theambassadors.com Ticketmaster Groups 0844 844 2121 (24 hours) www.ticketmaster.co.uk Online www.NewTheatreOxford.org.uk (Ticketmaster. Booking fees apply) general enquiries Stage Door 01865 320760

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Postal Bookings Cheques are payable to The Ambassador Theatre Group (Venues) Limited. Please include SAE for return of tickets.

conditions of sale Tickets cannot be refunded. We can offer exchanges for a different performance of the same production, subject to availability. We can only exchange tickets for the same value, or higher on payment of the difference. concessions Shows with these symbols have the following concessions available: C Seniors / Children / Students / Reg. Unemployed L LiveCard holders G Groups of 10 or more

G GROUPS AND SCHOOLS For events marked this way a group rate applies. Group rates are available for parties of 10 people or more. Group rates do not always apply to each price band. Not always available Friday and Saturday evenings. Different rates apply to some shows. Call the Groups Hotline for details. Special rates are also available for mid-week matinees and schools for selected performances. For full details of the range of prices on offer please call the Groups Hotline on 0844 871 3040.

access Customers with special access requirements, or wishing to book for Signed or Audio Described performances should call the venue on 01865 320770 or email access4all.newtheatreoxford@ theambassadors.com where staff can advise on most appropriate seating areas, and help with any other specific requirements. Wheelchair users and one companion receive a discounted rate on some shows. Wheelchair spaces are situated in Row X at the rear of the stalls. We have space for 4 wheelchairs and 5 companions per performance. There is a lift to take wheelchair users from the foyer to the wheelchair seating area. Patrons with a disability, who do not require a wheelchair space, pay the lowest available full ticket price, no matter where in the house you sit. All discounts are subject to availability and show terms and conditions. Only one discount is available per ticket. Hearing Impaired The theatre has an infra-red system Headsets and Loop necklaces are available from the Duty Manager. The theatre has step free access to the Box Office and main foyer. There is a wheelchair accessible toilet in the foyer and a wheelchair lift to take patrons to the wheelchair area of the stalls. Visually Impaired This brochure is also available in large print. Contact the marketing department on 01865 320773 or sueSevans@ theambassadors.com Medium/Therapist/Clairvoyant By attending this event you agree that you have sought the services provided of your own accord and understand that it is a holistic

experiment and experience. The medium/ therapist/ clairvoyant may give you information that could bring about a positive change in your life, but any changes that you make are your personal and legal responsibility.

venue improvements Ticket prices include a £1 restoration levy. general Information All telephone and online bookings made through ticket agents for most shows are subject to a per ticket booking fee. In all cases there is a Ticketmaster handling fee. An additional credit/debit card surcharge may apply for certain events when booking in person at the box office. We regret that we cannot refund tickets. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to print. New Theatre Oxford is managed by The Ambassador Theatre Group. We would like to add or retain your details on our lists to keep you informed about future events, special offers and other developments. We also look to secure information and special offers for customers from other organisations. You will be asked whether you want to receive any of this information next time you book. If you don’t want to receive information from us and/or third parties, or have any queries, please contact the Marketing Department on 01865 320760. This brochure is printed on responsibly sourced FSC paper. Please continue to help the environment by recycling it.

Ambassador theatre group New Theatre Oxford is operated by the Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG), who have a total of 39 venues across the UK, including 12 in the West End, and 27 regionally. ATG’s impressive portfolio of West End theatres includes Apollo Victoria, Comedy, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy, Trafalgar Studio 1 and Trafalgar Studio 2. ATG’s regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador Cinemas; New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham; Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury; Theatre Royal Brighton; Bristol Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone; King’s Theatre and Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Grimsby Auditorium; Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre; Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and New Wimbledon Studio; Grand Opera House, York. ATG is also one of the country’s foremost theatre producers, in Britain and internationally. Current and recent ATG co-productions include The Misanthrope starring Damian Lewis and Keira Knightley; Legally Blonde, West Side Story, Guys and Dolls, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard, Spamalot and South Pacific.

PRICE BAND

Russell Watson

£61.28

£40.85

Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain Stagecoach Charity Spectacular

£25.53

£22

£17

Midnight Tango Tue - Thu & Sat mats Wed mat Fri & Sat eve

£14.50

Danny Bhoy

Jonathan Ansell & Friends

The Drifters

All seats £25

Jason Manford

All seats £21

£33.50

£29.50

£30.50 £28.50 £33.50

£27.50 £25.50 £30.50

£24.50 £22.50 £27.50

£21.50 £19.50 £24.50

£17.50 £14.50 £19.50

All seats £30

£30.50 £32.50 £27.50

£27.50 £29.50 £24.50

£24.50 £26.50 £21.50

£40

£35

£33.50 £31.50 £36.50 -

£19.50 £21.50 £18.50

£14.50 £16.50 £13.50

All seats £26

£33.50 £35.50 £30.50 -

£38.50

£31 £26 £33

Halfway to Paradise

All seats £19.50

Al Murray

All seats £26.50

£16 £14 £17

£34 £29 £36

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

£28.50

£27

£25

The Solid Silver 60s Show

£25

£23

£21

Spelbound Variety Performance 80s Mania

All seats £26

All seats £19.50

Milton Jones

All seats £16

Out Of The Blue

All seats £17

Fireman Sam Adults Children

All seats £14 All seats £12

Jake & Elwood

£23.50

£20.50

Horrible Histories Adults Children

£16 £11

£14 £9

£12 -

Michael Ball

£36

£32.50

That’ll Be The Day

£22.50

£21

£16

John Cleese

£33.50

£30.50

£21

£25.50

£32 £26.50 £34.50

£29 £23.50 £31.50

£26 £20.50 £28.50

£20 £17.50 £23.50

£38 £32.50 £40.50

£14.50

£12.50

£35

Stephen Merchant

£26

£24.50

ENB Strictly Gershwin Thu Schools mat Thu - Sun eves

£20 £30

£15 £25

£10 £15

£10

£25 £35

£40.50 £43.50

£37.50 £39.50

£30.50 £32.50

£23.50 £25.50

£18.50 £20.50

£45.50 £48.50

Sister Act Tue - Thu Fri - Sun Jools Holland

All seats £35.50

A Question of Sport

All seats £38.50

ABBA The Show

All seats £28.50

All seats £21

Sarah Millican

South Pacific Standard Price Lowest Price Peak Price

£27.50

£23.50

£20.50

£16.50

£13.50

£32.50

TBC On sale Mon 11 April All seats £21

£39.50 £35 £42.50

£35 £29.50 £37

£29.50 £25 £32.50

£25 £19.50 £27

£19.50 £15 £22.50

£45 £42.50 £47

For a full breakdown of prices see below Childish Things 8

£28.50

£16.50

£19 £17 £22

£31.50

£39.50

Reginald D Hunter

£23 £20 £27

£45

Welsh National Opera

£27 £23 £31

£18.50

£39.50

Guys & Dolls

£11

Nigel Kennedy

All seats £23

£18.50

All seats £16

£35 £29.50 £37.50

All seats £18.50 £28.50

Grease Mon - Thu eve Fri early Fri eve & Sat

Cinderella On Ice

Talon

Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella Tue - Thu & Sat mat Wed mat Fri & Sat eve

All seats £21

Dylan Moran

The British Pink Floyd Show

PRICE BAND

£20

Uncaged Monkeys Mike & The Mechanics

£22

Derren Brown Svengali Blood Brothers Mon - Thu eve Fri eve & Sat Wed mat

All seats £22.50

Ed Byrne

Buena Vista Social Club

All seats £20

Sally Morgan

The Big Ballet

All seats £24.50 in advance

Rumer

Lord Of The Dance Fri & Sun eves Sat eves

£35

£30

£25

£55

£36.50 £39.50

£31.50 £36

MI High Adults Children

South Pacific Prices Standard Price: 7.30pm on Tue 6 – Thu 8, Mon 12 – Thu 15, Mon 19 – Fri 23 2.30pm on Tue 27 7.30pm on Wed 28 & Thu 29 2.30pm on Sat 31 Dec Lowest Price: 2.30pm on Wed 7, Wed 14, Wed 21, Thu 29

All seats £16 All seats £11

SEATING PLAN A-J

opening times Mon to Sat from 12.00pm Please note that if the producers/ promoters of the performances we host wish to synchronise the on sale time nationally and have advertised that, then we may on occasion open before midday to accommodate that. Sundays & Public Holidays The box office will open 2 hours before the advertised performance time (1 hour beforehand for performances beginning at 11am or earlier).

e Schools f Family (4 tickets max 2 adults) Concessions may be restricted to certain price levels and performances and can be withdrawn by management without notice. Only one concession can be applied at any one time and proof of status is required.

BALCONY

A-N

BOX OFFICE New Theatre, Oxford, George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AG

CIRCLE DISABLED LIFT

SOUND DESK

Peak Price: All Fri & Sat perfs (excluding Fri 23 & Sat 31) 3pm on Mon 26 & 7.30pm on Tue 27 STALLS

Prices are correct at the time of going to press, however we reserve the right to change or vary prices at any time. Price band P related to Premium seats situated in the Stalls.

STALLS

1 - 45 STAGE Restricted View

Wheelchair Access

just announced

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TBC THE RUSSIAN ICE STARS THU 17 - SUN 20 nov thu & Fri 7.30pm sat 11am & 2.30pm sun 2.30pm l c g e f

An evening of awe and wonder awaits as Theatre on Ice producers, Wild Rose, present the internationally acclaimed Russian Ice Stars in a truly magical production of the well loved fairytale, Cinderella. The Russian Ice Stars deliver a dazzling interpretation of this enchanting story loved by all ages, a treat for the whole family. The high-speed combination of extraordinary skating beautifully staged, and breath-taking aerial feats will leave you mesmerised. www.wildroseltd.co.uk

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