Palace Theatre & Opera House Manchester Brochure Winter 2011/Spring 2011 by Ambassador Theatre Group

WINTER 2010 / SPRING 2011 BOX OFFICE 0844 847 2484 (bkg fee) www.palaceandoperahouse.org.uk

TUE 26 APR - SAT 18 JUN

DIARY

PALACE THEATRE

OPERA HOUSE

MAMMA MIA Tue 26 April - Sat 18 June

DECEMBER 2010 ONLY MEN ALOUD Sun 12 Dec

MARCH 2011 BLUES BROTHERS Tue 1 - Sat 5 Mar

WE WILL ROCK YOU Fri 3 Dec - Sat 15 Jan

CHIPPENDALES Mon 7 Mar

MAY 2011 EVITA Mon 23 - Sat 28 May

SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS Sat 4 Dec - Sun 2 Jan

SOLID SILVER 60’s SHOW Wed 9 Mar

THE WIGGLES Mon 30th & Tue 31 May

TELL ME ON A SUNDAY Thu 10 - Sat 12 Mar

JUNE 2011 DYLAN MORAN Thu 15 - Fri 16 Jun

JANUARY 2011 SALLY MORGAN Wed 26 Jan ELVIS LEE MEMPHIS KING Thu 27 Jan THE RAT PACK VEGAS SPECTACULAR Fri 28 Jan FEBRUARY 2011 THE 80’s ROCKED Sat 5 Feb SPAMALOT Mon 7 - Sat 12 Feb G*MANIA Tue 15 & Wed 16 Feb MOSCOW CITY BALLET Fri 18 & Sat 19 Feb CALENDAR GIRLS Mon 21 - Sat 26 Feb CIRCUS OF HORRORS Mon 28 Feb

SALLY MORGAN Wed 16 Mar DRUMCHASERS Thu 17 Mar BUSTING OUT Fri 18 Mar

MAGIC OF MOTOWN Thu 23 Jun JULY 2011 MIF THAT DAY WE SANG Wed 6 - Sat 16 Jul

JEKYLL AND HYDE Mon 21 - Sat 26 Mar

SEPTEMBER 2011 THE SOUND OF MUSIC Mon 5 - Sat 17 Sep

GHOST Mon 28 Mar - Sat 14 May

GREASE Mon 26 Sep - Sat 8 Oct

BUDDY Mon 28 Mar - Sat 2 Apr

OCTOBER 2011 SOUTH PACIFIC Tue 25 Oct - Sat 5 Nov

APRIL 2011 CORRIE! Mon 4 - Sat 9 Apr THE BIG BALLET Thu 14 Apr

NOVEMBER 2011 DIRTY DANCING Tue 22 Nov 2011 Sat 7 Jan 2012

THE CHUCKLE BROTHERS Fri 15 Apr

OPENS TUE 25 OCTOBER – SAT 5 NOVEMBER 2011 It is with great pleasure that ATG (producer of West Side Story and Guys & Dolls) brings you this landmark, masterpiece production of South Pacific. Never before has a musical been so widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike across America. Created at New York’s prestigious Lincoln Center, and then sold out on Broadway for over 2 years, it swept the board at the 2008 Tony Awards, winning an unprecedented eight awards. South Pacific is currently sold out on tour across the USA, and the full magnificent production was broadcast on American television. We are proud to announce that this production will come to the Manchester Palace Theatre as part of an exclusive tour after a limited run at London’s Barbican Theatre. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to witness one of the greatest musicals

CHRISTY MOORE WITH DECLAN SINNOTT Tue 19 Apr

of all time, and we are in agreement with the critics that, ‘THIS IS A SHOW YOU WILL REMEMBER FOREVER.’ AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP (ATG) is the largest theatre operator in the world combining its international stature with core local values. 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.

HOWARD PANTER ATG Joint Chief Executive & Creative Director

PALACE THEATRE

GOOD SEATS STILL AVAILABLE Phil McIntyre Entertainment, Queen Theatrical Productions and Tribeca Theatrical Productions present

PALACE OPERA THEATRE HOUSE

‘QUEEN RULES AT THE PALACE’ MEN

‘A FANTASTIC SHOW. A GREAT ALL ROUND SPECTACLE...YOU LEAVE THE SHOW ON A REAL HIGH!’ GRANADA TV

‘KNOCK OUT PERFORMANCES A REAL TREAT’ BBC MANCHESTER

The worldwide smash-hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton returns to rock Manchester this Christmas!! Since 2002 over 11 million theatregoers in 17 countries have been thrilled to see this awe-inspiring production. With 24 of Queen’s biggest hits delivered in a show that boasts the scale and spectacle that marked the band’s legendary live performances, this theatrical phenomenon is not to be missed! When it became news some years back that one of Britain’s most phenomenally successful comedy writers, Ben Elton, was teaming up with legends of rock, Queen, for a musical, we all wondered what such a unique collaboration would turn out. Especially when screen icon Robert de Niro became so impressed after attending the original workshop that his company Tribeca came on board. The result was a new chapter in theatre history – We Will Rock You a rock ‘theatrical’ which defied all comparisons and has gone on to become a global smash hit. STARRING AMANDA COUTTS, ASHLEY J RUSSELL, EARL CARPENTER IAN REDDINGTON, JENNY DOUGLAS, LEON LOPEZ NOEL SULLIVAN, TIFFANY GRAVES

‘CLASSIC SONGS SUCH AS A KIND OF MAGIC, WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS AND UNDER PRESSURE GOT THE CROWD SINGING ALONG AND DANCING IN THEIR SEATS’ THE BOLTON NEWS

Includes 24 of Queen’s greatest hits:

Radio Ga Ga, I Want To Break Free, Somebody to Love, Killer Queen, Bohemian Rhapsody, Don’t Stop Me Now, Under Pressure, Another One Bites The Dust, We Are the Champions and We Will Rock You Photos of previous casts

‘THIS SHOW WILL ROCK ANYONE IT TOUCHES!’ LANCASHIRE EVENING POST

‘BEYOND DAZZLING!’ EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS

FRI 3 DEC - SAT 15 JAN 2011 Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm Except: Tue 21 Dec 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Wed 22 Dec 7:30pm, Thu 23 Dec 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Christmas Eve 2:30pm, Christmas Day – no perf, Boxing Day – no perf, Mon 27 Dec 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Tue 28 Dec DATES 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Wed 29 Dec 7:30pm, Thu 30 Dec Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm 2:30pm & 7:30pm, New Year’s Eve 2:30pm, New Wed & Sat mats Year’s Day 7:30pm, Mon2.30pm 3 Jan 2:30pm & 7:30pm No concessions between Sat 18 Dec and Sat 1 Jan inclusive, or on Fri/Sat perfs LIVECARD

Discounts GROUPS 50+ GROUPS CALL 08443 10+ 72 72 72 Calloff £7 0844 plus 3372 free7272 tickets Mon Discounts Thu eves plus mid-week matinee

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From Emmerdale

DEENA PAYNE

as the Wicked Queen

AND

From Coronation Street & Waterloo Road

TINA O’BRIEN

From Emmerdale

LOTS AND LOTS OF FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

ANDY DEVINE

December

as Snow White

This most magical of fairytales is brought to life on stage by a wonderful star-studded cast. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs has everything you would expect from an Opera House pantomime, sumptuous sets, lavish costumes, a laugh-a-minute script, big song and dance numbers including the Disney classics Heigh-ho and Whistle While You Work, and bags of audience participation. So it’s Heigh-Ho, Heigh-ho, off to The Opera House you go!

MIKE TOOLAN

as the Magician

as the Prince

DISCOUNTS DISCOUNTS ARE NOT APPLICABLE FROM SATURDAY 18 TO FRIDAY 31 DECEMBER LIVE CARD HOLDERS £12.50 off top 2 prices, £10 off 3rd & £7.50 off 4th price on Tuesday 7th December 2009 (Evening Performance) thereafter £5 off excluding Sat Eve Performances GROUPS CONCESSIONS Groups 10+ £5.00 discount off top three prices Groups 20+ £5.00 discount off top three prices, plus one free ticket

MANCHESTER’S BIGGEST AND BEST FAMILY PANTOMIME

OPERA HOUSE

Sat 4 December 2010 Sun 2 January 2011

as the Queen’s Henchman

JONATHAN SHOTTON

PALACE THEATRE

Groups 50+ £7.00 discount off top three prices, plus three free tickets Groups 100+: £8.00 discount off top three prices. plus 5 free tickets

SCHOOL GROUPS & YOUTH GROUPS All Seats £7.00 with 1 teacher free with every 10 children FAMILY TICKET Family Ticket for between 3 to 6 people (Maximum 2 adults): All seats £16 GENERAL CONCESSIONS Senior Citizens / Registered Unemployed / Students / Children: £3.00 Discount off top three prices SENIOR CITIZENS Best available seats at all matinees £11.00

Sat 4 2.30pm 7pm

Sun 5 1pm 5pm

Mon 6 No performances

Tue 7 2.30pm 7pm

Wed 8 2.30pm 7pm

Thu 9 2.30pm 7pm

Fri 10 2.30pm 7pm

Sat 11 2.30pm 7pm

Sun 12 1pm 5pm

Mon 13 No performances

Tue 14 2.30pm 7pm

Wed 15 2.30pm 7pm

Thu 16 2.30pm 7pm

Fri 17* 2.30pm 7pm

Sat 18* 2.30pm 7pm

Sun 19 1pm 5pm

Mon 20 No performances

Tue 21 2.30pm 7pm

Wed 22 2.30pm 7pm

Thu 23 2.30pm 7pm

Fri 24 2.30pm

Sat 25 No performances

Sun 26 1pm 5pm

Mon 27 1pm 5pm

Tue 28 1pm 5pm

Wed 29 1pm 5pm

Thu 30 1pm 5pm

Fri 31 1pm 5pm

January

Sat 1 No performances DATES Sun- Sat 2 5pm Mon eves1pm 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm

*Tina O’Brien will not be performing on Fri 17 & Sat 18 December LIVECARD

Discounts Although the producers of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs cannot guarantee the appearance GROUPS 10+ Tina O’Brien is expected of any particular artist, to perform at all shows except those listed Call 0844 372 7272 above, subject always to illness and holidays. Discounts

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‘I FELT I MIGHT ACTUALLY DIE OF LAUGHTER’

TODD CART

JODIE PRE

NGER

THE INDEPENDENT

THE SMASH HIT COMEDY MUSICAL IS BACK IN MANCHESTER! STARRING JODIE PRENGER AND TODD CARTY

BY DECREE OF KING ARTHUR

(AND HIS KNIGHTS OF THE ROUND TABLE)

SPAMALOT SHALL RETURN TO THIS CORNER OF YE OLDE ENGLAND PEASANTS OF ALL CREEDS AND CLASSES MAY ATTEND (LEPERS AND PLAGUE VICTIMS NOT WELCOME)

‘GLORIOUS, IRRESISTIBLE, SILLINESS’ THE SUNDAY TIMES

‘A TRULY JOYOUS AND TRIUMPHANT EVENING’ DAILY EXPRESS

‘TRULY A KNIGHT TO REMEMBER’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

‘LAUGHALOT’ THE TIMES

‘A HUGELY ENJOYABLE KNIGHT OUT’ MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS

DATES Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed &7Sat mats122.30pm MON - SAT FEB Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm LIVECARD Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm Discounts LIVECARD GROUPS 10+ Call 2 for0844 1 on Mon 372 7 February 7272 Discounts

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THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON RETURNS TO MANCHESTER!

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LYNDA BELLINGHAM IS MISS OCTOBER Calendar Girls has been the fastest selling tour ever and has triumphed in the West End. Now it’s returning to Manchester for one week only as part of its final ever tour. A group of ordinary women do something extraordinary and spark a global phenomenon when they persuade one another to pose for a charity calendar with a difference! Based on an inspiring true story, Calendar Girls is quirky, poignant and hilarious. Calendar Girls has sold out in every theatre it’s visited before opening. Don’t miss out and book today for the show the Mail on Sunday called, ‘marvellous theatre, guaranteed to make you laugh, cry and come out singing Jerusalem!’

‘A SHOW I COULD SEE OVER AND OVER AGAIN AND I HOPE I WILL!’ SIR CLIFF RICHARD

‘LOTS OF LAUGHS AND A FEW TEARS. THIS SHOW SHOULD BE ON EVERYONE’S CALENDAR’ JUNE WHITFIELD CBE

‘FUNNY, CHARMING AND A TOUCHING TRIBUTE TO THE FUNDRAISING EFFORTS OF A GROUP OF EXTRAORDINARY, ORDINARY WOMEN’ IAN HISLOP

JENNIFER ELLISON IS MISS SEPTEMBER TRUDIE GOODWIN IS MISS FEBRUARY RUTH MADOC IS MISS MARCH BERNIE NOLAN IS MISS JULY LISA RILEY IS MISS NOVEMBER GWEN TAYLOR IS MISS JANUARY WITH DIANA MORAN AS LADY CRAVENSHIRE DANIELLE LINEKER AS ELAINE BRUNO LANGLEY AS THE PHOTOGRAPHER AND JOE MCGANN AS JOHN

MON 21 - SAT 26 FEB Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 372 7272 £3 off top three prices at all perfs except Fri and Sat eves with 1 in every 20 tickets free

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Photograph by John Swannell

THE SMASH HIT WEST END MUSICAL

PALACE THEATRE

CLAIRE SWEENEY STARS IN ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER AND DON BLACK’S MASTERPIECE

PALACE THEATRE

★★★★★ ‘A GREAT SHOW. ONE OF THE BEST THINGS I’VE SEEN’ WHAT’S ON STAGE

‘A TOUR DE FORCE PERFORMANCE. AUDIENCES SHOULD EMBRACE THE CHANCE TO HEAR THIS GORGEOUS SCORE AGAIN’

‘HIGH OCTANE SERIOUS PARTYING’ The legendary Original Tribute To The Blues Brothers returns to the UK and it’s back in Manchester at last! Yes folks, the show that started it all has been playing sell-out tours all over Europe these past few years, but Jake and Elwood Blues know that home is where the heart is - so they’re back in town on a serious mission to entertain you!

DAILY MAIL

THE STAGE Following the sell out 2010 UK tour, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black’s Tell Me On A Sunday returns for 2011.

Featuring cast members from the original hit West End run, this all-new show brings you all those amazing, favourite and classic moments and more; including a brand new set, new twists, new moves, new songs - and freshly laundered suits!

The boys are joined by one of Europe’s finest seven piece bands and the sassy Bluettes; playing all your favourite songs, including Everybody, Shake Ya Tail Feather, Sweet Home Chicago, Think, Respect, Gimme Some Loving and loads, loads more!

TUE 1 - SAT 5 MAR Tue - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 5pm & 8pm

So dust off your pork pie hat, dig out your shades and prepare to party like never before! Join The Blues Brothers for a night of the finest music, moves, thrills and spills you’re likely to see this side of Chicago!

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Remodeled for Claire Sweeney by the masters of musical theatre, with an exclusive new song Dreams Never Run On Time, this is the definitive version of the classic musical, with a wonderful original score, featuring the chart topping song Take That Look Off Your Face and the title track Tell Me On A Sunday. Tell Me On A Sunday charts the romantic misadventures of a young English girl in New York. Brimming with optimism, she seeks success and love. But as she weaves her way through the maze of the city and her own anxieties, frustrations and heartaches, she begins to wonder whether she’s been looking for love in all the wrong places.

THU 10 - SAT 12 MAR Thu - Sat eves 7.30pm

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MARTI PELLOW RETURNS TO MANCHESTER

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FAILSAFE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

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BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

MARTI PELLOW IN

Marti Pellow, the hugely successful solo artist and front man of Wet Wet Wet, makes a hotly-anticipated return to the UK stage in a major new production of the hit Broadway musical, Jekyll And Hyde. Marti Pellow’s successes with Wet Wet Wet include dozens of top ten singles and multi-platinum albums; their hit single, Love Is All Around, spent 15 weeks at the number one spot in the UK charts in 1994 when it featured on the soundtrack to the romantic comedy of the decade, Four Weddings And A Funeral. As well as a critically-acclaimed solo career, Marti has gone on to star in the West End, on Broadway and on national tour in the smash-hit stage musicals Chicago and The Witches Of Eastwick. Glamorous, sexy and deliciously wicked in equal measures, Jekyll And Hyde is based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic gothic novella with book and lyrics by the Academy Award-winning composer Leslie Bricusse (Scrooge, Doctor Dolittle). Pellow stars as the brilliant but obsessive scientist whose sadistic alter ego wreaks havoc across Victorian London in this dark tale of love, redemption and the seductive power of evil. 14 x

‘IT’S BUDDY BRILLIANT’

‘LUSH AND APPEALING, GENUINELY MOVING’ NEW YORK DAILY TIMES

MON 21 - SAT 26 MAR Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm LIVECARD 2 for 1 on Monday 21st March, thereafter £6 off for Tues - Fri & Sat Mat Perf

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THE SUN

Oh Boy! ‘The World’s most successful Rock ‘n’ Roll musical’ is back! Come and see why this sensational show, seen by over 20 million people around the world, remains loved by audiences and critics alike. A phenomenally multi-talented cast come together to tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his meteoric rise to fame to his final legendary performance at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa. Together they present two terrific hours of his greatest hits, including the timeless classics That’ll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, Oh Boy, Rave On, Everyday and many more. With the Big Bopper’s Chantilly Lace and Ritchie Valens’ La Bamba completing a stellar musical line up, Buddy is a not to be missed evening of family entertainment that will have music lovers from 8 to 80 toe-tapping, hand-clapping and rocking in the aisles!

‘PERFECT. EVERYTHING A MUSICAL SHOULD BE’ BBC MON 28 MAR - SAT 2 APR Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm OPENING NIGHT & MIDWEEK MATINEE OFFER All tickets £18.50

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OPERA HOUSE

BELIEVE RICHARD FLEESHMAN AS SAM WHEAT

CAISSIE LEVY AS MOLLY JENSEN

SHARON D CLARKE AS ODA-MAE BROWN

ANDREW LANGTREE AS CARL BRUNER

A WORLD PREMIERE MANCHESTER GETS IT FIRST The time for GHOST to become one of the greatest stage musicals of our age has arrived and Manchester has been chosen to stage the world premiere. This much-loved film with all its passion, comedy and revenge has now been adapted for the stage by some of the best story-tellers in the world. Music and lyrics are by pop legends Dave Stewart (Eurythmics) and Glen Ballard (songwriter for Alanis Morrisette, Michael Jackson and Celine Dion), and direction is by multi-Tony Award-winner Matthew Warchus (Art, Boeing-Boeing). The stage version has been written by Bruce Joel Rubin, Oscar®-winning screenwriter of the original movie, whose credits also include Deep Impact and The Time Traveller’s Wife. The score also features the four-times number one UK and world-wide hit Unchained Melody. GHOST will use illusions, multi-media and magic effects to create the in-between world that Sam Wheat inhabits after his murder as he frantically tries to communicate with Molly through the phoney medium, Oda-Mae Brown. See this riveting, emotional and compelling show in Manchester before the rest of the world.

HEAR MUSIC TRACKS, WATCH THE TRAILER AND JOIN OUR FACEBOOK SITE AT

GHOSTTHEMUSICAL.COM

MON 28 MAR - SAT 14 MAY Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm Extra mat on Tue 19 April & Tue 3rd May 2.30pm GROUPS 10+ Call 0844 372 7272 £5 off top 3 prices for groups of 10+ £6 off top 3 prices for groups of 20+ £7 off top 3 prices for groups of 50+ (plus 2 free tickets) (Valid Monday to Thursday evenings & midweek matinees only)

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BLACK

Presented by

and

WHITE

OFFICIAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!

PALACE THEATRE

GREYSCALE

★★★★ ‘INGENIOUS’

CMYK

THE TIMES

‘A HILARIOUS ROLLER COASTER. GO AND SEE CORRIE!’

THE SOLD OUT HIT RETURNS TO MANCHESTER

WILLIAM ROACHE (KEN BARLOW AND ORIGINAL CAST MEMBER)

‘I’VE LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF IT. 50 YEARS OF THE GREATEST TV SHOW IN THE WORLD’ ANTONY COTTON (SEAN TULLY)

‘TOUCHING, EXCITING AND HILARIOUS. SIMPLY WONDERFUL!’ DAVID NEILSON (ROY CROPPER)

‘YOU’LL LAUGH AND CRY. NOT TO BE MISSED’

★★★★ ‘ABSOLUTELY BURSTING WITH HEART AND HUMOUR’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

★★★★ ‘BRILLIANT’ THE DAILY EXPRESS

‘AN AFFECTIONATE ROMP THROUGH 50 DRAMATIC YEARS!’ TONY WARREN (CORONATION ST CREATOR)

BARBARA KNOX (RITA SULLIVAN)

Presented by ITV and Phil McIntyre Entertainments Ltd Celebrating 50 Golden years of Britain’s longest-running and most loved soap, Corrie! the brand new comedy play is not to be missed.

‘I’VE GOT TO SEE IT AGAIN! I CAN’T REMEMBER WHEN I HAVE ENJOYED GOING TO THE THEATRE SO MUCH’ JOHNNY BRIGGS (MIKE BALDWIN)

Fully endorsed by ITV, Corrie! is a funny and affectionate tribute to five decades of Coronation Street written by award-winning playwright and Coronation Street scriptwriter Jonathan Harvey (Canary, Beautiful Thing, Closer to Heaven, Gimme Gimme Gimme). Corrie! follows the fortunes of two of Weatherfield’s finest families, the Barlows and the Platts, and features all your favourite characters past and present including; Ena Sharples, Hilda Ogden, Hayley and Roy, Richard Hillman, Jack Duckworth, Bet Lynch, Steve, Karen and Becky and many more. Relive those magic moments from ‘the Street’ - see the tram run over Alan, Tracy kill Charlie, Todd kiss Nick and Gail marry Brian, Martin, Richard and Joe! Packed with surprises live on stage every night, you never know who might pop in to the Rovers Return to entertain you! Corrie! It’s right up your street.

MON 4 - SAT 9 APR Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm LIVECARD 2 for 1 on Mon 4 April thereafter £3.50 off per ticket

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THE WORLD’S NO 1 SHOW RETURNS TO MANCHESTER

PALACE THEATRE

RESTORATION LEVY The Palace Theatre & Opera House receives no public subsidy and covers many of the costs associated with operating and maintaining these historic venues to their original splendour. On certain shows, the ticket prices may include a £1 contribution to the theatre’s restoration fund. Some of the recent investments from this fund have included: PALACE THEATRE n ROOF HAS BEEN COMPLETELY RESTORED n A LIFT IN THE FOYER TO HELP OUR ACCESS PATRONS OPERA HOUSE n INSTALLATION OF A NEW ROOF n COMPLETE REFURBISHMENT AND REPAINTING OF THE FRONT AND SIDE OF THE BUILDING We would like to thank you for your continued support of our theatres. We hope you will appreciate this investment in our buildings which we feel is essential to maintain the historic grandeur of such beautiful structures and preserve their place within the local community.

Manchester Palace Theatre welcomes the return of the internationally acclaimed musical Mamma Mia!

PALACE THEATRE

OPERA HOUSE

FRONT OF HOUSE AT THE PALACE THEATRE AND OPERA HOUSE n BEAT THE QUEUES AND PAY FOR YOUR PARKING AT OUR SELECTED NCP CAR PARKS IN THE THEATRE WHEN YOU ARRIVE (our selected car parks can be found on page 34) n MERCHANDISE AND PROGRAMMES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOYER n RECEIVE GREAT DISCOUNTS FRONT OF HOUSE WHEN YOU BECOME A LIVECARD MEMBER See page 24 for more information

Inspired by 22 of Abba’s greatest hits, the musical tells the story of a mother and daughter the night before the daughter’s wedding. Catherine Johnson’s sunny, funny story of love, laughter and friendship has been delighting audiences around the world for over 10 years. The hugely successful English-language International Tour premiered in Dublin in September 2004 and has since been seen by more than 3 million people in over 45 cities. The show is returning to Manchester for 7 weeks only from 26 April 2011.

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‘A GLORIOUS GOOD NIGHT OUT’ The Scotsman

‘YOU WILL, WITHOUT A DOUBT, HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE’ Newcastle Evening Chronicle

EXTRA WEEK ADDED! Due to overwhelming demand MAMMA MIA! will play an extra week at the Palace Theatre. Tickets go on sale to the general public in January but as a valued customer you can book yours first, so call the box office now.

TUE 26 APR - SAT 18 JUN Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm* Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm * Except Bank Holidays Mon 2nd & Mon 30 May performances at 4pm only

GROUPS 10+ CALL 08443 72 72 72 £5 off top 3 prices for groups of 10+ £6 off top 3 prices for groups of 20+ £7 off top 3 prices for groups of 50+ (plus 2 free tickets) (Valid Monday to Thursday Performances only)

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TIM RICE AND ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S MASTERPIECE

‘OUR FESTIVAL WILL BE THE ENVY OF THE WORLD’ KEVIN BOURKE (MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS) ON THE 2009 FESTIVAL

OPERA HOUSE

Bill Kenwright by special arrangement with The Really Useful Group presents

★★★★★ THE THEATRICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR Featuring some of the most famous and inspiring stage music ever written, including the classic songs Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, On This Night of a Thousand Stars, Oh What A Circus, You Must Love Me and Another Suitcase in Another Hall, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s extraordinary musical EVITA embarks on a spectacular national tour. Bringing to life the dynamic, larger-than-life persona of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron, EVITA tells the story from her young and ambitious beginnings to the enormous wealth and power she gained and her ultimate rise to sainthood. With more than 20 major awards to its credit, including the Oscar winning film version starring Madonna and Antonio Banderas, and featuring one of the most coveted roles in musical theatre, this brand new production of the smash hit show truly promises to be the theatrical event of the year! 22

‘A MONUMENTAL SHOW’

VICTORIA WOOD THAT DAY WE SANG

SUNDAY EXPRESS

‘TRULY MAGNIFICENT’

Victoria Wood, one of the UK’s best-loved writers and performers, writes and directs a new play for Manchester International Festival.

WHATS ON STAGE

That Day We Sang tells the story of the Manchester Children’s Choir and their famous 1929 recording of Nymphs and Shepherds. Four members of the choir are reunited forty-five years later for a TV documentary about the making of that record, triggering memories of the day itself and the years inbetween.

MON 23 - SAT 28 MAY Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm

It’s a play about the joy of singing, the power of music and being middle aged, and features a specially-formed choir of North Manchester school children.

LIVECARD 2 for 1 on Mon 23 May 7.30pm thereafter £5 off

Commissioned by MIF Creative. Produced by Manchester International Festival.

(excl Fri & Sat eve perfs)

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WED 6 - SAT 16 JUL Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Sat mat 2.30pm No performances 7, 10 & 11 July

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Photograph © Catherine Ashmore. Please note, Victoria Wood does not perform in That Day We Sang.

VE 3 N 9 UE S You can now access great ticket offers online in up to 39 Ambassador Theatre Group venues across the UK. From Glasgow to London, Milton Keynes to Brighton, Wimbledon to Woking - LiveCard now gives you:

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The world’s best-loved musical, The Sound of Music, returns to the Palace Theatre, Manchester for two weeks only.

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SPECIAL FRIENDS RATE BEST SEAT & GLASS OF CHAMPAGNE £44.50

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PALACE THEATRE & OPERA HOUSE OFFERS 2 FOR 1 ON THE OPENING NIGHT OF THE FOLLOWING SHOWS: SPAMALOT JEKYLL & HYDE EVITA CORRIE! SOUTH PACIFIC DIRTY DANCING

PLUS MANY OTHER GREAT SHOW DISCOUNTS! 24

This lavish and critically acclaimed production tells the uplifting true story of the von Trapp family’s flight across the mountains and works its magic once again, for young and old alike. With its unforgettable score The Sound of Music touches the hearts of all ages and brims over with some of the most memorable songs ever performed on the musical stage including My Favorite Things, Do-Re-Mi, Climb Ev’ry Mountain, The Lonely Goatherd, Sixteen Going on Seventeen, and of course the glorious title song The Sound of Music. It’s the perfect family treat! www.thesoundofmusictour.com

The No.1 Greatest Musical, Grease, is back in Manchester for just 2 weeks only! Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobbysocks and get ready for the most fun-filled, high octane Rock’n’Roll party of the year. 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 come and join Danny and Sandy along with those groovy T-Birds, sassy Pink Ladies and the whole gang at Rydell High - book now! It’s the most electrifyin’ extravaganza on stage! Be there or be square! www.greasethemusical.co.uk

MON 5 - SAT 17 SEP Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm Mon 12 Sep 7pm

MON 26 SEP - SAT 8 OCT Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 5pm & 8.30pm

LIVECARD 2 for 1 Mon 5 Sep thereafter £5 off the top 3 prices

LIVECARD 2 for 1 on Mon 26 Sep, thereafter £6 discount off top two prices

0844 847 2484*

www.PalaceandOperaHouse.org.uk*

*Subject to booking/transaction fee

NOW BOOKING FOR CHRISTMAS 2011

PALACE THEATRE

‘THE BIGGEST LIVE THEATRE SENSATION OF ALL TIME’ OBSERVER

‘NO ONE IS GOING TO BE ABLE TO PUT THIS CROWD-PLEASING STAGE ADAPTATION IN A CORNER’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

‘YOU REALISE WHY THE MUSICAL HAS BROKEN ALL BOX OFFICE RECORDS’

★★★★

‘BRILLIANTLY STAGED’ THE TIMES

★★★★

‘SPECTACULAR’ FINANCIAL TIMES

★★★★

‘MAGNIFICENT’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

EVENING STANDARD

Dirty Dancing is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions across the globe this worldwide smash-hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring hit songs, including Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart stopping I’ve Had The Time Of My Life! Don’t miss your chance to see the fastest selling show in West End history dirtydancingontour.com

TUE 22 NOV - SAT 7 JAN 2012 Mon - Thu eves - 7.30pm Fri - 5pm & 8.30pm Sat - 2.30pm & 7.30pm No performances 25th Dec & 1st Jan 2012 LIVECARD 2 for 1 on Tue 22 Nov

0844 847 2484* GROUPS 10+ 08443 72 72 72 www.PalaceandOperaHouse.org.uk* *Subject to booking/transaction fee

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

SALLY MORGAN

ELVIS ON TOUR

PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD

THU 27 JAN 7.30pm

WED 26 JAN 7.30pm SOLD OUT EXTRA DATE ADDED NOW ON SALE WED 16 MAR 7.30pm

Fresh from her new TV Series Psychic Sally On The Road on Living TV, Britain’s best loved celebrity psychic returns by overwhelming public demand as part of her 2011 national tour. www.sallymorgan.tv

It’s like no other Elvis Presley show with the remarkable tribute artist Lee ‘Memphis’ King awarded the ultimate accolade of World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist at the Collingwood Elvis Festival held annually in Canada - the largest and most respected Elvis tribute contest and Elvis festival in the world today.

THE RAT PACK

CIRCUS OF HORRORS

CHIPPENDALES

VEGAS SPECTACULAR

MON 28 FEB 7.30pm

MON 7 MAR 7.30pm

FRI 28 JAN 7.30pm

Purveyors of cool come to town with a sensational show featuring the greatest music of the 20th century. Classic like - Come Fly With Me, Under My Skin, That’s Amore, Mr Bojangles and Mack the Knife. Great live show band and Vegas Showgirls too. Still the hottest party around !

Showcasing some of the greatest, most bizarre and beautiful circus acts on earth. From daredevil flying trapeze to a vampire crow woman suspended only by her hair, and whirlwind roller skaters to sword swallowers. All this plus pickled and bendy people, voodoo warriors and knife throwers.

Returning to Manchester with their newest production: Most Wanted! Prepare yourself for a non-stop party of live music, audience interaction, dancing and fantasy that will excite your senses and leave you breathless. Grab your girlfriends and make your way to the hottest party in town.

THE SOLID SILVER 60’S SHOW WED 9 MAR 7.30pm

Now in its 26th year The Solid Silver 60s 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.

www.chippendales.com

www.ratpack.biz

‘ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!’ LEICESTER MERCURY

THE 80s ROCKED SAT 5 FEB 7.30pm

G*MANIA PT

All your favourite rock anthems live and loud, in one place! With classics from Aerosmith, Guns ‘N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Whitesnake, Queen and many more. Featuring the tracks Sweet Child ‘O’ Mine, Livin On A Prayer, Gimme All Your Lovin... for one night of 80’s rock heaven! www.the80srocked.co.uk

MOSCOW CITY BALLET’S

INSPIRED BY TV HIT GLEE

SLEEPING BEAUTY

TUE 15 & 16 FEB 7.30pm

FRI 18 & SAT 19 FEB

10 of the biggest stars of reality TV shows, including The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent, have been brought together to create the ultimate pop group for a spectacular concert inspired by the TV hit Glee. This high-octane, feelgood production showcases jaw-dropping choreography and brilliant new arrangements.

7.30pm & Sat mat 2.30pm

DRUMCHASERS THU 17 MAR 7.30pm

Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece score, sumptuous sets and glorious costumes make for a memorable production of the Sleeping Beauty ballet. This magical production is a fine display of all the dramatic and lyrical talents of Moscow City Ballet and its fine orchestra.

DrumChasers is the new percussion spectacular from the creator of international success Noise Ensemble. Ten fantastic percussionists and dancers take to the stage in an explosion of sound and light with a story of rivalry, romance and rhythm. Powerful and energetic, moving and funny, DrumChasers is a show for all ages.

BUSTING OUT! PT

FRI 18 MAR 7.30pm

THE BIG BALLET PT

The Edinburgh and Melbourne Comedy Festival hit! Join our bosom buddies as they star in their own laugh-out-loud and totally liberating show which is part stand up, part musical and all laughter. An unforgettable night out for the girls (and the fellas will love it too) - you’ll be busting to tell your friends about the feel-good show of the year!

THU 14 APR 7.30pm

A ballet like no other, The Big Ballet is an ensemble of 16 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.

Warning: Contains nude parts. www.busting-out.com

ACCESS PERFORMANCES Manchester’s Palace Theatre & Opera House regularly schedule enhanced performances for certain shows. We currently have the following dates available:

CHUCKLE BROTHERS

CHRISTY MOORE

FRI 15 APR 7pm

TUE 19 APR 7.30pm

Join Paul and Barry Chuckle in their latest hilarious adventure. Barry Potty and his Full Blood Brother, Paul, arrive accidentally at Pigsnorts School of Magic where the evil Lord Fonterall is plotting to take over the school! Featuring ghosts, ghouls and spectacular magic in this exhilarating brand new show.

THE WIGGLES PT

Christy is one of Ireland’s most important and influential artists. He has been on the road since 1966, and has made over 30 albums. His live performances have taken him from small folk clubs in Ireland and England to premier concert halls worldwide. He will be accompanied by Declan Sinnott.

MON 30 & TUE 31 MAY

Mon 1pm & 4pm Tue 11am & 2pm The Wiggles are very proud to be bringing The Wiggles Greatest Hits to the UK & Ireland in 2011. In 2011 the band will celebrate their 20th birthday so with twenty years of hits such as Hot Potato, Fruit Salad, Rock A Bye Your Bear and Toot Too Chugga Chugga the show will be jam packed with audience favourites!

OH SNOW WHITE Thu 16 Dec 2.30pm & 7.00pm

GHOST Thur 5 May 7.30pm

MAMMA MIA Thu 12 May 7.30pm

WE WILL ROCK YOU Thur 6 Jan 7.30pm

MAMMA MIA Sat 28 May 2.30pm

WE WILL ROCK YOU Tue 11 Jan 7.30pm

GHOST Fri 6 May 7.30pm Sat 7 May 2.30pm

SOUTH PACIFIC Wed 2 Nov 7.30pm

JEKYLL AND HYDE Thu 24 Mar 7.30pm

MAMMA MIA Thu 26 May 7.30pm Sat 11 Jun 2.30pm

For more information or to book call the Access Line on 0161 245 6605 (open 10am to 6pm Monday to Friday) or email manchesterboxoffice@theambassadors.com is also available on 0844 277 9856. NB – Concessions are often available for patrons with a disability, check when booking for details (subject to allocation availability).

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VISIT US ON DYLAN MORAN THU 16 & FRI 17 JUN 8pm Dylan Moran is about to spread a little happiness with a brand new show. Ageing, religion, kids, relationships intertwine with the general absurdities of life. 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. 30

MAGIC OF MOTOWN OH

THU 23 JUN 8pm

THOMAS & FRIENDS OH

Get ready – the smash hit show from the States returns. Here it comes – authentically recreating the harmonies, moves, stylish looks and legendary musicianship It’s on its way – a brand-new show, starring a super-talented cast performing hits from The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Jackson 5 & Stevie Wonder. www.easytheatres.com

SAT 25 & SUN 26 JUN

11am, 2pm & 5pm This all new musical adventure is packed with audience sing-a-longs, high energy dancing and thrilling adventures. When Thomas makes a big mistake, all the engines on the Island of Sodor must work together to prepare for the exciting event under the Big Top. In this fun filled family show with all your favourite characters.

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BECOME A GROUP BOOKER AND SAVE £££’S! BOOK A GROUP TODAY! As Manchester’s two premier venues for live theatre, we are proud to be able to bring our Group Bookers a wide range of quality products that reflect the diversity of taste in our audience. We are confident that, no matter what type of group you organise or what type of show you prefer to see, we are second to none in the region for offering the very best in live entertainment at the very best prices!

MEAL DEALS

RADISSON EDWARDIAN MEAL DEAL Make your Theatre experience extra special and book our Brand New Meal Deal Package at the Radisson Edwardian’s Alto Restaurant. 2 courses £15.50, 3 courses £17.50 or 3 courses plus a glass of champagne each for £25.

In addition to this, we are also able to offer our Group Bookers a huge range of benefits. These include: + PRIORITY BOOKING LINE (08443 72 72 72 Mon – Fri; 10am – 6pm) + DEDICATED AND FRIENDLY, THEATRE BASED, GROUP SALES TEAM + GENEROUS GROUP DISCOUNTS ON MOST SHOWS + BOOK NOW, PAY LATER PAYMENT SCHEME

HARD ROCK CAFÉ MEAL DEAL Located in the centre of Manchester, the UK’s largest Hard Rock has joined with us to offer our groups a Hard Rock Café meal deal that will rock the senses and enhance any trip to the theatre. Available on all shows, for just £14.00 per person, you will receive a choice of Entrée, Hard Rock’s signature ice cream and a soft drink. Call us now!

+ NO BOOKING OR POSTAGE FEES + HOSPITALITY PACKAGES + PRIORITY MAILINGS + INVITES TO SPECIAL SHOW LAUNCHES AND PREVIEWS + EDUCATION PACKS AVAILABLE ON SOME SHOWS

MIDWEEK MATINEE AFTERNOON TEAS

+ COACH DROP OFF / PICK-UP BAYS

For £9.50 per person, you can enjoy a selection of sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and preserves, tea or coffee – all in The Octagon Lounge of The Midland Hotel.

+ THEATRE TOURS

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BELOW ARE SOME OF THE MANY GREAT DISCOUNTS YOU COULD RECEIVE ON OUR SHOWS JUST BY BRINGING A GROUP TO THE THEATRE! PALACE THEATRE

OPERA HOUSE

PLEASE NOTE – The following concessions apply to certain prices and performances only:

We Will Rock You Spamalot Calendar Girls Blues Brothers Jekyll & Hyde Buddy Coronation Street The Sound of Music Grease Dirty Dancing

GROUPS 10+ £5 off Mon to Thu eve & midweek mat GROUPS 20+ £6 off top 3 prices GROUPS 50+ £7 off top 3 prices, plus 3 free tickets No discount Fri & Sat perfs and excl dates between 18-31 Dec GROUPS 10+ £5 off top 3 prices GROUPS 20+ £6 off top 3 prices GROUPS 50+ £7 off top 3 prices, plus 2 free tickets SCHOOL GROUPS £13 per seat, only Mon and Tues eve and Wed mat GROUPS 10+ £3 off top three prices at all perfs except Fri and Sat eves with 1 in every 20 tickets free GROUPS 10+ £5.00 off Top 3 prices exclu Fri 8.30pm & both Sat perfs GROUPS 20+ £5.00 off Top 3 prices + 1 in 20 go free exclu Fri 8.30pm perf & both Sat perfs GROUPS 10+ £5.00 Discount off top 2 prices, £2.50 off thereafter GROUPS 20+ £5.00 Discount off top 2 prices, £2.50 off thereafter plus one free SCHOOL GROUPS 10+ All seats £12.50 Mon to Tue eve and Wed mat Only GROUPS 8+ £5.00 off top 2 prices £3.00 off the 3rd price excluding Tue/ Fri/Sat eve shows GROUPS 20+ £5.00 off top 2 prices £3.00 off the 3rd price plus 1 ticket free excluding Tue/Fri/Sat eve shows SCHOOL GROUPS £12.50 plus 1 in 10 free Best Available for Tue eve and midweek matinee GROUPS 10+ £3 off top 3 prices (Mon-Thu) GROUPS 20+ £3 off top 3 prices plus 1 ticket free (Mon-Thu) GROUPS 50+ £7 off top 3 prices plus 2 tickets free (Mon-Thu) GROUPS 10+ £5 off top 3 prices GROUPS 20+ £6 off top 3 prices GROUPS 50+ £7 off top 3 prices plus 2 free tickets SCHOOLS & STUDENT GROUPS Grand Tier: Mon & Tue Eves & Wed Mat £16.00 for best available seats with 1 in 10 Free Strictly limited number of discounts GROUPS 10+ £5 off top 3 prices (ex premium seats) GROUPS 20+ £6 off top 3 prices (ex premium seats) GROUPS 50+ £7 off top 3 prices (ex premium seats) SCHOOL GROUPS Mon & Tue Eve £16.00 + 1 in 10 free. Fri 5pm £13.50 + 1 in 10 free GROUPS 10+ £5 off top 3 prices (Mon - Thu eves & Fri early perfs) GROUPS 20+ £6 off top 3 prices (Mon - Thu eves & Fri early perfs) GROUPS 50+ £7 off top 3 prices (Mon - Thu eves & Fri early perfs) Strictly limited number of discounts

Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs Ghost Evita

All details correct at time of going to print. Prices/Discounts subject to change.

GROUPS 10+ £5 off top 3 prices GROUPS 20+ £5 off top 3 prices plus 1 free tickets GROUPS 50+ £7 off top 3 prices plus 3 free tickets GROUPS 100+ £8 off top 3 prices plus 5 free tickets SCHOOL/YOUTH GROUPS All Seats £7.00, 1 teacher free with every 10 children SENIORS Best available seats at all applicable matinees £11.00 No discounts Sat 18 to Fri 31 December GROUPS 10+ £5 off top 3 prices (ex premium seats) GROUPS 20+ £6 off top 3 prices (ex premium seats) GROUPS 50+ £7 off top 3 prices (ex premium seats) plus 2 free tickets Valid Mon to Thu eves & midweek mat perfs SCHOOL GROUPS (Box office only) excludes R/L: Gallery Seats reduced to £15 (plus 1 ticket in 10 free for teachers) Valid Mon to Wed eves and Thu mat GROUPS 10+ £3.50 off per ticket GROUPS 20+ £4.50 off per ticket GROUPS 50+ £5.50 off per ticket plus 1 in 10 free SCHOOL GROUPS Mon eve or midweek mat £11.00 + 1 in 10 free

BOOKING INFORMATION BOOK IN PERSON Call into our ticket centre at The Palace Theatre, Oxford Street, Manchester M1 6FT Mon-Sat 12pm-8pm (6pm non-performance days). SOLT gift vouchers accepted.

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TELEPHONE Box Office 0844 847 2484* (24hr bookings) Groups Hotline 08443 72 72 72 (Mon to Fri, 10am – 6pm) by post Stating the performance and seat choice, enclose a cheque or postal order made payable to The Ambassador Theatre Group Venues, or your card details and post to the above address. Please enclose a stamped and addressed envelope.

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CAR PARKING We recommend patrons use official NCP car parks when attending both the Palace Theatre and Opera House. The nearest car parks to each venue are highlighted on the map opposite.

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ONLINE Log on to www.PalaceandOperaHouse.org.uk* or www.ticketmaster.co.uk*

ACCESS FOR ALL Call 0161 245 6605 (Mon to Fri, 10am-6pm) or email access4allmanchester@theambassadors.com is also available by calling 0844 277 9856 (24 hours).

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RESTORATION FUND The ticket price for shows includes a £1 contribution to the theatre’s restoration fund. *Subject to booking / transaction / restoration levy

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We Will Rock You Mon - Thu eve £40 £38.50 £34 £29.50 £17.50 Wed mat £37 £32 £27 £22 £17 Sat mat £42.50 £40 £35.50 £29.50 £19.50 Fri & Sat eve £42.50 £40 £35.50 £29.50 £19.50

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Snow White & £24.50 £20.50 the 7 Dwarfs Spamalot Mon - Thu eve & Sat mat Wed mat Fri & Sat eve Calendar Girls Mon - Thu eve Wed mat Sat mat Fri & Sat eve Blues Brothers Fri & Sat eve Wed - Thu eve & Sat early Opening Night & Fri early Tell Me On A Sunday Thu eve & Sat mat Fri & Sat eve Jekyll and Hyde Mon - Thu & Sat mat Wed mat Fri & Sat eve Ghost Mon - Sat eve Tue & Thu mat Sat mat Buddy Mon eve Wed mat Sat mat Tue - Sat eve Corrie! Mon - Thu eve & Sat mat Wed mat Fri & Sat mat Mamma Mia Mon - Thu eve Wed mat Sat mat Fri & Sat eve Evita Mon - Thu eve & Sat mat Thu mat Fri & Sat eve MIF That Day We Sang The Sound of Music Mon & Weds mats Tue - Thu eve Fri - Sat Grease Mon - Thu eve Fri early Fri eve & Sat perfs Dirty Dancing Mon - Fri early Fri late & Sat

£17

£25.50 £25.50 £25.50 £26.50

£17.50 £17.50 £17.50 £20.50

£13.50 £13.50 £13.50 £14.50

PRICE BAND Elvis Lee Memphis King Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular The 80s Rocked

£39.50 £33.50 £42.50

£21

£19.50

£21

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£17

All tickets £17.50 -

£30 £26

£25 £20

£20 £15

Circus of Horrors

£27

£23

£18

£13

Chippendales

£25

£23

£20

Solid Silver 60s

£26

£24

£22

All tickets £17

DrumChasers

All tickets £19.50

Busting Out

The Chuckle Brothers

Christy Moore

£23

£21

£19

£31

£28.50

£30.50 £27.50 £24.50 £21.50 £18.50 £27.50 £24.50 £21.50 £18.50 £15.50 £34 £30 £27 £25 £22

£43.50 £37.50 £32.50 £27.50 £22.50 £17.50 £40.50 £34.50 £29.50 £25.50 £22.50 £17.50 £43.50 £37.50 £32.50 £27.50 £22.50 £17.50 All Tickets £18.50 All Tickets £18.50 £26.50 £22.50 £18.50 £16.50 £13.50 £28.50 £24.50 £21.50 £18.50 £15.50

£25.50 £22.50 £19.50 £16.50 £22.50 £19.50 £16.50 £13.50 £27.50 £24.50 £21.50 £18.50

£18.50 £18.50 £20.50 £20.50

£32.50 £27.50 £22.50 £19.50 £15.50 £25.50 £22.50 £19.50 £16.50 £13.50 £35.50 £30.50 £25.50 £22.50 £18.50

£40.50 £40.50 £43.50 £43.50

£36

£37.50 £37.50 £39.50 £39.50

£30.50 £30.50 £32.50 £32.50

£29.50 £23.50

£25.50 £25.50 £27.50 £27.50

£16

£6

Magic of Motown

£33.50 £30.50 £37 £48.50 £45.50 £48.50

All tickets £17 All tickets £23

Dylan Moran

All tickets £13.50

The Wiggles £15 £15

£13

£24.50 £20.50 £26.50 £21.50

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£22

The Big Ballet

All tickets £22.50

£24

£26

Gleemania Sleeping Beauty Fri & Sat eve Sat mat

£27.50 £25.50 £22.50 £18.50 £16.50

£18.50

Sally Morgan

£14.50 £12.50 £10.50

£36.50 £31.50 £26.50 £21.50 £16.50 £30.50 £26.50 £22.50 £16.50 £13.50 £39.50 £34.50 £28.50 £23.50 £19.50 £27.50 £27.50 £27.50 £29.50

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Terms and Conditions  No concessions available Fri & Sat perfomances  All discounts are subject to availability and offered on a limited basis; one discount available per bkg  Price bands S related to superior seats situated in the stalls  Prices are correct at the time of going to press, however we reserve the right to change or vary prices at any time.  Concessions available for Under 16’s, full-time students, UB40’s, over 60’s, the retired, disabled and companion. See Box Office for full details

£28.50 £25.50 £30.50

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£36 £31 £26 £23 £18 £41 £36 £33.50 £29 £19.50 £43.50 £38.50 £36 £30.50 £24

£13.50 £15.50 £17.50

£39 £44 £46.50

£35 £32 £29 £26 £20 £29.50 £26.50 £23.50 £20.50 £17.50 £37.50 £34.50 £31.50 £28.50 £23.50

£38 £32.50 £40.50

£44.50 £41.50 £35.50 £30.50 £19.50 £48.50 £45 £38.50 £35.50 £22.50

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AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP Palace Theatre & Opera House Manchester are 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 Aylesbury Waterside Theatre; Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham; 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; The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador Cinemas; Grand Opera House, York. ATG is also one of the country’s foremost theatre producers, in Britain and internationally. Current and recent ATG coproductions include The Misanthrope starring Damian Lewis and Keira Knightley; Legally Blonde, West Side Story, Guys and Dolls, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard and Spamalot.

DIRECT FROM LONDON’S BARBICAN TO THE MANCHESTER PALACE THEATRE

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‘THE BEST RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN IN A GENERATION’ WASHINGTON POST

‘RAPTUROUS AND REVELATORY!’ NEW YORK TIMES

TUE – 25 OCT OV SAT 5 N 2011