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welcome

diary 2014/15

Welcome to our latest season brochure crammed full with many more World Class shows to look forward to over the coming months.

April

We are delighted that the first UK tour of the smash-hit West End musical Jersey Boys will make the New Alex its home for four weeks over Christmas and the New Year.

Telling the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and set to their amazing back catalogue of musical numbers, be sure to book early as tickets are already flying out for this superb production!

DANCE ‘TIL DAWN

With much more to be enjoyed this coming season, from musicals, comedy, opera, drama and family shows - we have something for everyone.

Thu 8 May

Our annual Stage Experience gives young people the chance to share in our passion for Theatre and the thrill of working on a large scale musical production. If you are aged 9 - 24 and fancy treading the boards, or a placement behind the scenes with our technical team, check out audition details for this year’s production of Footloose which promises to be our biggest yet! Every year our local young talented cast give audiences five outstanding full-scale musical theatre performances so if you can’t take part then prepare to cut Footloose in the audience this August!

Upgrade your visit with an Ambassador Experience package, or get a group of friends together to take advantage of the generous discounts available to groups of 10 or more.

Alternatively join the increasing number of ATG Theatre Card members taking advantage of some great benefits.

We are proud to continue to partner with The Mailbox to offer you discounts on food, drink and car parking when you visit us, check our website for the latest discounts available to you as a New Alex customer.

To keep up to date with all the latest news and on-sales, become a friend on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or join our mailing list via the website www.atgtickets.com/birmingham.

With so much in store and so many ways to get involved, I look forward to welcoming you to the Theatre very soon.

Andrew Lister General Manager

WEST SIDE STORY Tue 1 - Sat 19 Apr Mon 21 - Sat 26 Apr

20TH CENTURY BOY Mon 28 Apr - Sat 3 May

May

BILLIE HOLIDAY STORY SING-A-LONG-a GREASE Sat 10 May

Rock of ages Mon 12 - Sat 17 May

John Edward Mon 19 May

JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW Wed 21 May

ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS Thu 22 May

THE CARPENTERS’ STORY Fri 23 May

THE CHUCKLE BROTHERS

Flash Mob

Jethro

Sat 24 May

Fri 27 Jun

Wed 10 Sep

The Simon and Garfunkel Story

ABBA Reunion A Tribute Show

Bless ‘Em All

Thu 29 May

Sat 28 Jun

June

July

Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown

Propeller The Comedy of Errors Tue 3, Fri 6 & Sat 7 Jun

Propeller Midsummer Night’s Dream Wed 4, Thu 5 & Sat 7 Jun

BMOS PRESENTS SOUTH PACIFIC Tue 10 - Sat 14 Jun

Penn & Teller Sun 15 & Mon 16 Jun

Dawn French 30 Million Minutes Wed 18 - Fri 20 Jun

The Sooty Show Sat 21 Jun

ImMortal Chi Sun 22 & Mon 23 Jun

Annie Get Your Gun Tue 1 - Sat 5 Jul

Agatha Christie’s Black Coffee Mon 7 - Sat 12 Jul

Rhythm Of The Dance Mon 14 & Tue 15 Jul

Caitlin Moran Wed 16 Jul

The Dreamboys Thu 17 Jul

Motown’s Greatest Hits How Sweet It Is

Thu 11 Sep Sat 13 Sep

Michael Palin Tue 30 Sep

October

The Illegal Eagles Thu 2 Oct

Aloha frOm Hawaii Fri 3 Oct

The Mousetrap Mon 6 - Sat 11 Oct

Madama Butterfly Sun 19 Oct

Sat 19 Jul

The Importance of Being Earnest

August

Charlie Landsborough

Footloose Stage Experience 2014

Mon 20 - Sat 25 Oct Wed 29 Oct

Wed 20 - Sat 23 Aug

Ha Ha Hood

Scooby Doo The Mystery of the Pyramid

Ross Noble

Thu 30 Oct

Mon 25 - Wed 27 Aug

Fri 31 Oct & Sat 1 Nov

Joe Longthorne

November

Fri 29 Aug

The Billy Fury Years

The ELO Experience

Thu 6 Nov

Sat 30 Aug

Octonauts Live!

September

SAT 8 & SUN 9 NOV

Wed 3 Sep

Jersey Boys

Sally Morgan

Tue 9 Dec 2014 Sun 4 Jan 2015

Bugle Boy D-Day Tour

Tue 9 Sep

December

March 2015 La Traviata Sat 14 Mar

20TH CENTURY BOY Mon 28 Apr – Sat 3 May

sunday express

‘STILL AS GLORIOUSLY FRESH, RELEVANT AND THRILLING AS EVER’ tIME OUT 2013

‘Go see this show and be stunned by genius’ the Telegraph

‘catch it if you can’

the observer

Based on a conception by Jerome Robbins Book by Arthur Laurents Music by Leonard Bernstein Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Entire original production directed and choreographed by Jerome Robbins Originally produced on Broadway by Robert E. Griffith and Harold S. Prince by arrangement with Roger L. Stevens

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the no.1 ‘Greatest musical of all time’ the times top 50 musicals 2013

TUE 1 - SAT 19 APR Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed, Sat & Thu 3 Apr 2.30pm captioned perf Thu 3 Apr 7.30pm

Direct from a sell-out season at London’s Sadler’s Wells and following international critical acclaim, West Side Story comes to birmingham for 3 weekS! With groundbreaking choreography by the legendary Jerome Robbins, book by Arthur Laurents, an unforgettable score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, West Side Story changed the face of musical theatre for ever.

Now Joey McKneely’s vibrant stage production is thrilling audiences again.

Based on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and packed with unforgettable songs including Maria, Tonight, Somewhere, America and I Feel Pretty, be sure not to miss this production of the classic musical

‘there’s nothing more exciting or engaging at the moment on stage’ Telegraph 2013

Audio described perf Sat 12 Apr 2.30pm Atg theatre card £10 off Tue 1, Tue 8, Mon 14 Apr eve and Thu 3 Apr mat (Prem, A - C) MIDWEEK MATINEE OVER 60s OFFER £25 tickets on Wed 2, Thu 3 & Wed 16 Apr 2.30pm (£27.90 online or by phone)

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sensational new dance show From the creators OF MIDNIGHT TANGO

Theatre Tours

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to go backstage at the New Alex? Why not book one of our upcoming theatre tours?

Strictly Come Dancing favourites Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace are back with a brand new show Dance ’Til Dawn! After wowing Birmingham audiences with Midnight Tango, the dazzling duo return in a sensational dance show straight from the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Dance ’Til Dawn is a classic love story that brings vintage Hollywood glamour to the present. This unforgettable evening of timeless sophistication and breathtaking dance is a must see.

MON 21 - SAT 26 APR Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm TICKETS SELLING FAST Atg theatre card Half price Mon eve (Prem, A - C) £6 off Tue - Thu and Sat mat (Prem, A- C) MIDWEEK MATINEE over 60s OFFER £17.50 best available tickets (£21.40 online or by phone)

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See the dressing rooms that have housed the stars, visit the backstage areas that are the workhouse of theatre life and finally step onto our stage and in doing so join with some of the greats of English theatre.*

Next Tours Sat 5 Apr Sat 26 Apr Sat 3 May Sat 14 Jun

Sat 5 Jul Sat 12 Jul Sat 23 Aug

Tours run from 10.30am - 12 noon

Prices

£5 per person ATG Theatre card £1 off Tours must be booked in advance by calling ATG Tickets on 0844 871 3011 or in person at the Box Office.

For bespoke group tours please email birminghamgroups@theambassadors.com or call our Groups Department on 0844 871 3031 to arrange. (Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm)

*Access to the stage is not always possible due to visiting company policy. Please note the tour covers all parts of the theatre and this includes many stairs.

The Smash Hit Marc Bolan Musical Prior to West End ut Ask abo oa’ b n a l our ‘Bo s ! t e k tic

★★★★★ ‘Definitely West End worthy!’

Whatsonstage

the musical

inspired by the life of marc bolan

Written by Peter Rowe Music and Lyrics by Marc Bolan Inspired by the life of rock legend Marc Bolan, 20th Century Boy explodes onto the stage nearly four decades after the iconic star’s tragic death. Featuring some of the greatest pop songs ever written, 20th Century Boy tells the story of Marc Bolan and his band T.Rex, exposing some of the myths and taking the audience on an emotional, yet joyful journey through Marc’s fascinating life.

A sure-fire feel-good night out. Let’s get it on!

Packed with all T.Rex’s classic 70s hits, staged by Gary Lloyd (Thriller Live) and with a West End cast, 20th Century Boy is a gripping story and fantastic celebration of glam rock at its colourful best.

★★★★★

‘A glorious evening which had the audience on its feet and dancing in the aisles’ Evening Star

FEATURING the hits

Ride a White Swan Metal Guru I Love to Boogie Get It On hot love 20th Century Boy and many more

Mon 28 Apr - Sat 3 May Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm Atg theatre card Half price Mon eve (Prem A & B) £3 off Tue - Thu and Sat mat (Prem, A - C) C G Details page 34

Sue Jenkins Brookside, Casualty

Luke Bailey Waterloo Road

Warren Sollars Mamma Mia!

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DAILY STAR

Still rocking after 5 years on Broadway and following 3 years of ovation-inducing performances in London’s West End, the legendary Rock of Ages comes to Birmingham starring Ben Richards (9 to 5 The Musical) as Stacee Jaxx and Noel Sullivan (We Will Rock You) as Drew.

This 80s-themed hilarious musical features over 30 eyebrow scorching tunes including:

Don’t Stop Believin’, We Built This City, The Final Countdown, Wanted Dead or Alive, Here I Go Again, Can’t Fight this Feeling and I Want To Know What Love Is We can’t sneak you into the lead-singer’s dressing room, but we can make sure your night goes with a bang! Grab yourself a ticket and two drinks with our exclusive PARTY PACKAGES available across all price bands. WARNING: This show contains scenes of Rock ’n’ Roll debauchery.

Mon 12 - Sat 17 May Mon - Thu 7.30pm, Fri 5pm & 8.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm Atg theatre card £10 off Mon, Tue and Fri 5pm (Prem, A & B) OVER 60S & STUDENT OFFER £20 tickets Fri 5pm (A & B) (£23.90 online or by phone) C G S Details page 34

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‘Every performance is fantastic.

It really is magic’ the guardian

★★★★

‘Blissfully entertaining. the funniest and most farcical I’ve seen’ the guardian on the comedy of errors

★★★★★

‘I’d go so far to say this production is touched by genius’

The Mail on Sunday on A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Edward Hall’s all-male company will have you rolling in the aisles and leave you breathless with disbelief with this contrasting pair of comedies. Nobody does Shakespeare like Propeller!

Propeller’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream has enchanted packed houses all over the world. In Shakespeare’s most magical play, love and illusion collide when two pairs of lovers become entangled in fairy mischief on the eve of a Royal Wedding.

Dreams and reality become interchangeable and romantic chaos ensues. Seeing really is believing!

In Shakespeare’s smartest and most farcical play, The Comedy of Errors, two sets of estranged twins, separated at birth, find themselves in the same city 25 years later with hilarious consequences. A series of mistaken identities, assumed personas and wild mishaps bring a family crisis – so complicated that time itself loses the plot – into heartwarming focus.

Fortunately the audience is always one step ahead.

‘One of the best and most exciting productions of this great play I have seen, ever’

the Sunday times on A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Tue 3 - Sat 7 Jun The Comedy of Errors Tue & Fri, 7.30pm Sat, 2pm A Midsummer Night’s Dream Wed, Thu & Sat, 7.30pm Thu, 2pm Multi-buy offer Book for both The Comedy of Errors and A Midsummer Night’s Dream and get 20% off price bands A & B Atg theatre card £10 off Tue and Wed eve (A & B) £5 off Thu - Sat (A & B) C G Details page 34

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Photos of previous productions by Manuel Harlan and Nobby Clark

BIRMINGHAM’S AWARD-WINNING BMOS ARE BACK!

Dawn French in her first header ever goes solo here tour Phil McIntyre Entertainments and The Michael Grandage Company Proudly Presents

Birmingham’s very own multi award-winning Birmingham and Midland Operatic Society return to the New Alexandra Theatre to present the phenomenally successful Rodgers & Hammerstein musical South Pacific under license from Rodgers & Hammerstein Theatricals Europe Ltd. Set in an island paradise during World War II, South Pacific tells two parallel love stories and confronts the dangers of prejudice and war through one of the most celebrated musical scores of all time – Some Enchanted Evening, Younger than Springtime, There is Nothin’ Like A Dame... just three of the songs that have captivated audiences throughout the world.

An amateur production by arrangement with R&H Theatricals Europe Ltd. Music by Richard Rodgers. Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logon.

Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize Winning Novel ‘Tales from the South Pacific’

by James A Michener.

TUE 10 - SAT 14 JUN Tue - Sat 7.30pm Sat 2.30pm Atg theatre card £2 off Wed - Sat (A - C) C G Details page 34

dawn french

30 Million Minutes will consist of various delights and riches as Dawn French takes audiences through the various lessons life has taught her, and the things she knows for sure.

Book for this show now, because Dawn is convinced it won’t be long before she is far too doolally to perform it.

The evidence is there for all to see. She is already three quarters certifiably daft. The other quarter is utterly bewildered, and the remaining quarter simply can’t do maths.

With a sharp eye for comic detail and a wicked ear for the absurdities of life, Dawn shares how she has misguidedly spent her whole life vigorously attempting to be a fully functioning female human.

Wed 18 - Fri 20 Jun 7.30pm

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irving berlin’s classic mu

From the Producers of West Side Story and South Pacific 12

sical prior to the west end starring

jason Emma donovan Williams as frank butler

As Annie Oakley

and

NORMAN PACE as Buffalo Bill

jason donovan (The Sound of Music)

the all-time classic hits There’s No Business Like Show Business Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better Doin’ What Comes Natur’lly

Emma Williams (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang)

Annie Get Your Gun brings the heart of Broadway to the New Alexandra Theatre for one week only in this major new production From the producers of West Side Story and South Pacific this TONY Award-winning version of Irving Berlin’s classic musical comedy stars Jason Donovan (The Sound of Music, Priscilla Queen of the Desert), Emma Williams (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang) and Norman Pace (Chicago) this Summer.

When Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show comes to town, it only takes one glance for sharp-shooting country girl Annie Oakley to fall head over heels for its star marksman, Frank Butler. Both have truly met their match, revealing their competitive natures as they vie for best shot - and each other’s hearts.

Featuring the all-time classic hits There’s No Business Like Show Business, Doin’ What Comes Natur’lly and Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better, led by a live grand orchestra.

Jason Donovan will not be performing Sat 5 Jul

NORMAN PACE (Chicago) Tue 1 - Sat 5 Jul Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm Atg theatre card £10 off Tue eve (Prem, A & B) C O G S Details page 34

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BILL KENWRIGHT

BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH AGATHA CHRISTIE LTD PRESENTS

Hercule Poirot liza gary ben goddard mavers nealon IN

with

ROBIN McCALLUM

AS CAPTAIN HASTINGS

ERIC CARTE

AS CHIEF INSPECTOR JAPP

OLIVIA MACE FELICITY HOULBROOKE MARK JACKSON JOHN ASHBY MARTIN CARROLL DIRECTOR

JOE HARMSTON Designer

SIMON SCULLION

COSTUME DESIGNER

NIKKI BIRD

LIGHTING DESIGNER

DOUGLAS KUHRT

SOUND DESIGNER

MATTHEW BUGG

Poirot’s next case Star casting to be announced This new production of Agatha Christie’s Black Coffee includes Company regulars: Liza Goddard, star of such TV hits as Bergerac and the long-running Give Us A Clue, Gary Mavers who is best known for playing heart-throb doctor Andrew Attwood in Peak Practice and Ben Nealon, perhaps best loved for his role as Capt Forsythe in the ITV drama Soldier Soldier.

A quintessential English country estate is thrown into chaos following the murder of eccentric inventor Sir Claud Amory, and the theft of his new earth shattering formula.

Arriving at the Estate moments too late, one man immediately senses a potent brew of despair, treachery, and deception amid the estate’s occupants. That man is Hercule Poirot.

In the first play ever written by Agatha Christie we are introduced to a character who went on to become the most famous detective of all time and the only fictional character ever to receive a full-page obituary in the New York Times.

‘A company that clearly understands and loves Christie’s work’ The Express

‘A tremendous piece of theatre’ What’s on London

‘Impressive and entertaining from start to finish’ The Star

★★★★★

‘A Resounding Success.

Christie is a master of the Genre’ Bristol Post

★★★★

‘the great detective POIROT returns’ mail on sunday

★★★★

‘the verdict is unanimous-Superb’

Photos of a previous production and cast Mon 7 - Sat 12 July Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm Atg theatre card Half price Mon (Prem, A & B) £5 off Tue - Thu (Prem, A & B) C O G S Details page 34

Birmingham Post

BLACK COFFEE © 1930 Agatha Christie Limited. All rights reserved.

The AGATHA CHRISTIE word mark and signature and POIROT are registered trademarks of Agatha Christie Limited. All rights reserved.

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CARTOON CLASSIC COMES TO LIFE!

We have partnered with the luxury shopping and dining destination The Mailbox to offer our customers a range of fantastic offers at selected Mailbox restaurants and discounted car parking at the award-winning Mailbox car park.

The Mailbox is just 5 minutes walk away from the theatre so eat and park for less when you visit us! As a New Alexandra Theatre customer just show your theatre ticket* before ordering to enjoy The Mailbox’s finest food and award-winning parking for less.

For full details birmingham .com/ Go to www.atgtickets ss Par tners tab. ine Bus the on k and clic

Still Open. Still Luxurious.

The Mailbox is totally transforming! In 2015, the retail space will become a fully enclosed, sky-lit mall. During the refurbishment, the retail space (Level 3 & 5) will not be accessible, visitors will need to use Severn Street to get between the retail side and the canalside.

For more information go to www.mailboxlife.com All offers apply to selected days and times only.

Offers are subject to change and additional offers may be added. *At selected restaurants

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A musical adventure the whole family will enjoy!

Scooby-Doo and the gang are back by popular demand and with even more spooky mystery and fun - this time in the Pyramids.

The cartoon classic comes to life!

Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Velma and Daphne arrive in Egypt where they must solve the mystery of Pharaoh Hatchepsout’s Pyramid. Easy, you say? Not if the gang has to deal with mysterious mummies plus the wrath of the Pharaoh, who will transform anyone who dares to approach the pyramid into stone!

With hilarious physical comedy, popular tunes and special effects, the whole family will enjoy this new episode live on stage.

Scooby-Doo and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Hanna-Barbera.

WB SHIELD: TM & © Warner Bros.

Entertainment Inc.

Mon 25 - Wed 27 Aug Mon - Wed 6.30pm Tue & Wed 2.30pm child ticket £15.50 (£17.40 online or by phone) F G Details page 34

Your chance to star!

NEW ALEXANDRA THEATRE PRESENTS STAGE EXPERIENCE 2014

Are you aged 9 - 24 and want to take part?

OPEN AUDITIONS SUN 4 MAY PROJECT DATES FRI 8 - SAT 23 AUG For more information and an application form email stageexperiencebirmingham @theambassadors.com Or send a SAE to: Stage Experience 2014 New Alexandra Theatre Station Street Birmingham B5 4DS

★★★★

‘THE END PRODUCT IS REMARKABLE’

Stage Adaptation by DEAN PITCHFORD and WALTER BOBBIE Based on the Original Screenplay by Dean Pitchford Music by TOM SNOW Lyrics by DEAN PITCHFORD Additional Music by ERIC CARMEN, SAMMY HAGAR, KENNY LOGGINS and JIM STEINMAN An amateur production by arrangement with R&H Theatricals Europe Ltd.

Come and Cut Loose at the New Alexandra Theatre this summer as the explosive Rock ‘n’ Roll musical Footloose bursts on to the stage.

When rebellious city-boy Ren arrives in small-town Bomont the quiet lives of its residents are changed forever.

Frustrated by the council’s repressive rules, Ren incites a teen revolution to bring dance, music and joy back to a community overshadowed by tragedy.

Following the phenomenal success of Annie in 2013, the New Alexandra Theatre’s annual Stage Experience continues to offer the best and brightest young talent from across the West Midlands the unique chance to work with our professional creative team and star in five full-scale performances of this hit musical live on stage.

Download an application form today for your chance to take part on-stage or behind the scenes. If you don’t fancy taking part be sure to book early so as not to miss a night of first class Musical Theatre brought to you by the stars of tomorrow.

Birmingham Mail

‘One of the most talented teams of performers I’ve seen on any stage’ The Bridge Radio on Annie, 2013

Wed 20 - Sat 23 Aug Wed - Sat 7pm, Sat 2pm Atg theatre card Best available seats £10 on Thu if booked before 30 Apr 2014, thereafter £3 off Wed- Sat (Top price bands) C G Details page 34

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THE LEGENDARY, SMASH-HIT THRILLER RETURNS TO birmingham FOLLOWING SELL OUT RUN

★★★★ the herald

‘THE CLEVEREST MURDER MYSTERY OF BRITISH THEATRE’ THE TELEGRAPH

‘A TRULY ENTERTAINING CLASSIC THRILLER’ THE SUNDAY TIMES

‘DESERVEDLY A CLASSIC AMONG MURDER THRILLERS’ THE OBSERVER

‘ONE OF THE MOST SKILLFULLY WRITTEN MURDER MYSTERIES EVER PRODUCED’ NEW YORK TIMES

A classic. A landmark. A legend.

The Mousetrap is famous around the world for being the longest running show of any kind in the history of theatre and now it’s back by popular demand following a record breaking sell out week in 2013.

The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be? One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment the identity and the motives are finally revealed.

In her own inimitable style, Dame Agatha Christie has created an atmosphere of shuddering suspense and a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks around every corner. www.MousetrapOnTour.com

MON 6 - SAT 11 OCT Tue - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm audio described performance Sat 11 Oct 2.30pm Atg theatre card Half price Mon eve (Prem, A - C) £3 off Tue - Thu (Prem, A - C) O G S Details page 34

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‘glittering, well sung, visually beautiful’ liverpool echo

live for the first time

Opera & Ballet International proudly presents an Ellen Kent Production featuring the Chisinau National Opera & Philharmonic with international guest soloists

Starring Korean soprano Elena Dee and Maria Tonina

puccini MADAMA BUTTERFLY

Back by overwhelming public demand, this awardwinning Opera returns with exquisite sets and with a spectacular Japanese garden, fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan and the unforgettable arias One Fine Day and Love Duet.

verdi la traviata

The love story that gripped Paris.

The life and loves of the consumptive courtesan, Violetta is told in a tragic tale of searing passion and memorable music. Based on a true story La Traviata is Verdi’s outstanding interpretation of one of the most popular love stories of the 19th century, La Dame aux Camelias.

Madama Butterfly Sun 19 Oct 7.30pm La Traviata Sat 14 Mar 2015 7.30pm Early booking offers available!

These productions will be sung in Italian with English surtitles.

Atg theatre card £5.50 off (Prem & A)

When there’s trouble under the sea, the Octonauts dive into action!

Get ready to embark on an exciting new mission with our underwater adventure super heroes, Captain Barnacles, Kwazii and Peso, in the brand new live stage show, Octonauts and the Deep Sea Volcano Adventure.

Visit strange new worlds full of mysteries to unravel, with surprises around every corner this action packed interactive show features music and all your favourite characters live on stage for the very first time!

sat 8 & sun 9 Nov 10am, 1pm & 4pm children £2 off per ticket F Details page 34

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GROUPS SAVE £££S

Thinking of bringing a group of 10 or more people?

Why not take advantage of our group discounts Contact our Group Bookings Department on 0844 871 3031 (Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm) or email birminghamgroups@ theambassadors.com

20th Century Boy Groups 10+ £5 off per ticket, plus buy 10 get 11th free

rock of ages Groups 6+ £4 off Groups 10+ £5 off Groups 20+ £6 off First Time Groups 10+ Great discounts available School Groups 10+ Tickets £16

THE Comedy of Errors/A Midsummer Night’s Dream Groups 10+ £4 off per ticket School Groups 10+ £4 off per ticket plus 1 teacher free with every 10 students

BMOS presents South Pacific Groups 10+ £2 off per ticket

Annie Get Your Gun Groups 6+ £4 off Groups 10+ £5 off Groups 20+ £6 off

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First Time Groups 10+ Great discounts available School Groups 10+ Tickets £16.50

Black Coffee Groups 10+ £5 off Groups 20+ £7 off First Time Groups 10+ Great discounts available School Groups 10+ £7 Grand Upper Circle tickets

New Alexandra Theatre Stage Experience presents Footloose Groups 10+ £3 off per ticket

The Mousetrap Groups 10+ £3 off per ticket Groups 20+ £5 off per ticket plus 1 ticket free School Groups Tickets £15 plus 1 teacher free with every 10 students

The Importance of Being Earnest Groups 10+ £5 off Groups 20+ £6 off Groups 40+ £7 off School Groups £15 plus 1 free teacher ticket with every 10 students

Jersey Boys Groups 10+ £5 off Groups 20+ £6 off Groups 40+ £7 off School Groups Tickets £15 Group discounts are also available on selected one night shows. Look for the G symbol on individual show pages or call our Groups Department for more information. *Limited availability The groups discounts featured apply to certain performances and price bands only.

For full information please contact our Groups Department

ALL STAR CAST DIRECT FROM THE WEST END

STARRING

Oscar Wilde’s much loved and brilliantly witty masterpiece The Importance of Being Earnest features The Bunbury Company of Players comprising an all star line up of Rosalind Ayres, Niall Buggy, Nigel Havers, Martin Jarvis, Christine Kavanagh, Cherie Lunghi and Siân Phillips, in a new production directed by Lucy Bailey, designed by William Dudley and the company writer is Simon Brett.

The Importance of Being Earnest is known to elegantly lampoon the hypocrisies of a Victorian society and opens as two bachelors, the dependable, John Worthing, J.P. and upper class playboy Algernon Moncrieff, feel compelled to create different identities in order to pursue two eligible ladies, Cecily Cardew and Gwendolyn Fairfax. The hilarious misadventures which result from their subterfuge; their brushes with the redoubtable Lady Bracknell and the uptight Miss Prism results in a plot that twists and fizzles with some of the finest dialogue to be found in theatre.

Mon 20 – Sat 25 Oct Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat 2.30pm Atg theatre card Half price Mon (Prem, A & B) £5 off Tue - Thu (Prem, A & B) MIDWEEK MATINEE OVER 60S AND STUDENT OFFER £15 tickets Wed 2.30pm (B & C) C G O S Details page 34

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The internationally acclaimed stage sensation, Jersey Boys is touring the UK and Ireland for the very first time and comes to the New Alexandra Theatre this December. This smash-hit musical has won 55 major awards worldwide, including the Olivier Award for Best New Musical.

Jersey Boys tells the true life story of four boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote their own songs, invented their own unique sound, and sold 175 million records worldwide. Featuring hit after legendary hit including Beggin’, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Oh What A Night, Sherry, Walk Like A Man, Bye Bye Baby, Big Girls Don’t Cry and many more, Jersey Boys is a story full of heart, humour and

‘sheer musical razzmatazz’ (THE SUNDAY EXPRESS) you simply will never forget.

★★★★★

Sunday Telegraph | Time Out | The Times | Daily Express

‘SEE IT. LIVE IT. LOVE IT’

Tue 9 Dec 2014 Sun 4 Jan 2015 Week 1 Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.30pm, Sun 3pm Week 2 Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.30pm, Sun 3pm Week 3 Tue 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sun 3pm and 7.30pm Week 4 Tue - Sat 7.30pm, Wed, Fri & Sat 2.30pm, Sun 3pm access Performances See page 33 for details Atg theatre card £10 off Tue 9 and Wed 10 Dec (Prem, A - C) Limited availability C G S A Details page 34

bbc london

‘THE BEST WEST END MUSICAL FOR YEARS’ bbc radio 2

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special events Nina Kristofferson’s Billie Holiday Story THU 8 MAY 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £3 off (Top price bands) C G

Back by popular demand from a sell-out run in London’s West End. This 5 star, must-see, brilliant work is a magical, gripping & unique cocktail of songs & stories from Billie Holiday’s life, stirring the haunting memories that plagued her. Nina Kristofferson is accompanied by an amazing band, featuring Billie’s hits: God Bless The Child, Strange Fruit, All Of Me & more. www.ninakristoffersonsbillieholidaystory.com

sing-a-long-a grease Sat 10 May 7.30pm G

From the producers of the smash-hit Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music, this fully interactive screening of the classic film with on-screen subtitles is ‘The one that you want’. The host will lead a vocal warm up, judge a fancy dress competition and show you how to use your free fun pack. It couldn’t be easier or more fun! www.singalonga.net

JOHN EDWARD Mon 19 May 7.30pm Psychic Medium John Edward has captivated audiences world-wide on his TV shows Crossing Over and Cross Country. See him connect with the other side as he returns to visit Birmingham! There will be question and answer sessions and messages from loved ones on the other side!

John Edward Live - Seeing is believing.

johnny cash roadshow

WED 21 MAY 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £3 off (Top price bands) G Welcome to the Johnny Cash Roadshow, a show not to be missed by avid fans or the casual listener, and the only show to be endorsed by the Cash family! The UK’s No 1 Tribute, fronted by respected singer/ songwriter Clive John.

‘Clive’s resemblance is uncanny’ Rosanne Cash, Johnny’s Daughter

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one night of elvis

THU 22 MAY 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £3 off (Top price bands) G Lee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist presents the ultimate tribute to the King - celebrating the entire career of the musical legend. Backed by a world class band and featuring large screen projection, this is the largest Elvis show to tour UK theatres. Prepare to be enthralled by this musical journey and spend one night with Elvis. www.leememphisking.com

the carpenters’ story

FRI 23 MAY 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £5 off (Top price bands) C G Producer Phil Aldridge brings The Carpenters’ Story up to date with lavish arrangements, stunning vocal harmonies and Claire Furley’s uncanny representation of Karen Carpenter which combine to bring back memories of pop’s most melodic duo. Featuring all the songs that made The Carpenters a legend in the world of music including They Long To Be Close To You, We’ve Only Just Begun, Goodbye To Love, Yesterday Once More, Top of The World and Please Mr Postman.

The Chuckle Brothers in a 2014 space Oddity Sat 24 May 2pm F

Paul and Barry visit a toy shop to buy some water pistols. Whilst trying them out they notice a toy space ship which they get in. ‘Don’t touch anything!’ the shop keeper shouts out, ‘especially that button!’. ‘This button?’ they ask. ‘Yes’ he replies, as they press the button and accidentally go into space on a new adventure! Fun for all the family!

THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY Thu 29 May 7.30pm C G

Direct from London’s West End, award-winning actor Dean Elliott (Buddy - The Musical) and a full cast of performers tell the compelling story of the greatest music duo of all time. Using both original photos and film footage, The Simon and Garfunkel Story also features a full live band performing all their hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.

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special events PENN AND TELLER SUN 15 & MON 16 JUN 8pm

Don’t miss the kings of Magic, Penn & Teller, as they bring their spectacular Vegas show to Birmingham. These shows will feature the legendary duo’s classic magic tricks performed live with their unique brand of humour and audience participation. All guests get to meet Penn & Teller in the theatre foyer after the show.

THE SOOTY SHOW

SAT 21 JUN 11am & 2.30pm CHILD TICKET £11 (£12.90 online or by phone) F Izzy Wizzy let’s get busy! Direct from Citv, Sooty heads into town in a fabulous new show to delight the whole family. Joining the nations favourite bear will be Sweep, Soo and Sooty’s TV partner Richard Cadell - who will be attempting to keep Sooty from getting up to mischief! Boy will he have his hands full! There’s also a chance to meet Richard and Sooty after the show. A spectacular mix of magic, music and mess - guaranteed giggles for Sooty Fans old and new!

IMMORTAL CHI world tour 2014 Sun 22 & Mon 23 Jun 7.30pm F

Direct from China, and created by the team behind the renowned production Shaolin Warriors, Immortal Chi has been conceived and directed by acclaimed Cirque director Erick Villeneuve, along with the Cirque du Soleil creative team. In the best traditions of Cirque, Immortal Chi weaves an amazing and exciting story which will have you breathless with wonder.

Immortal Chi is a brand new spectacular fusion of jaw dropping Chinese Martial Arts, amazing multi-media images, fabulous and beautiful costumes and original musical score, incorporating the Chinese Girl drummers.

A breathtaking explosion of movement and multi media, this is a feast for all the senses.

Immortal Chi is not just a show - it’s an experience not to be missed.

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FLASH MOB

FRI 27 JUN 7.30pm UNDER 16S £16.50 (£20.40 online or by phone) The stars of TV dance shows join forces and dance worlds collide!

Headlined by Strictly Come Dancing’s Kevin Clifton and Karen Hauer, Britain’s Got Talent stars Flawless - favourites from Got To Dance and So You Think You Can Dance also feature.

From Salsa to streetdance you will laugh, cry and be on your feet for this dynamic production that has attracted rave reviews!

the ABBA REUNION TRIBUTE SHOW SAT 28 JUN 7.30pm C G

The Abba Reunion Tribute Show has been created by the original Director, Producer and Choreographer of the award-winning Abbamania West End musical, and stars the original ‘Frida’ from the London cast! The show gives Abba fans, old and new, the opportunity to once again get together and re-live the addictive Abba phenomenon that swept the airwaves and discos following ‘Waterloo’ with this wonderfully feel good, party style tribute concert.

RHYTHM OF THE DANCE

Mon 14 & Tue 15 Jul 7.30pm Under 16s £16 (£19.90 online or by phone) Standing ovations of over 4.8 million people in 59 countries Spectacular! Stirring! Sweeping!

Stunning! Sensational!

This incredible live show celebrates both the rich history of Ireland as well as the art of Irish dance. Rhythm of the Dance has heralded a new era in Irish entertainment, featuring thirty dancers, a traditional live full Irish band and the dashing and handsome Young Irish Tenors.

Internationally rated as one of the most popular and successful Irish step dance shows on tour, millions of fans have hailed this as a ‘Must See’.

The National Dance Company of Ireland’s performers are not only an assemblage of beautiful Irish lassies, and handsome Irish lads, sporting colourful Celtic-themed costumes, tapping and stomping out century-old beats - they are also a special collection of incredible young Irish dancers, singers, and musicians.

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special events CAITLIN MORAN live! HOW TO BUILD A GIRL WED 16 JUL 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £5 off (A) C

In order to get out of doing her fair share of childcare, Caitlin Moran is coming to Birmingham, insisting the bar stay open late, and talking about men, women, Sherlock, big hair, Bowie, feminism, welfare and THE REVOLUTION. There will be highlights from How To Be A Woman, Moranthology and Caitlin’s new book: How To Build a Girl, which is so far the only novel in existence with an entire chapter about cystitis.

the dreamboys Fit And Famous 2014 UK Tour THU 17 JUL 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £2.50 off (A) G Adults only

After a massive sold out 2013 UK Tour, The Dreamboys are back with a brand new show and UK Tour.

The Dreamboys are without a shadow of a doubt the UK’s top male glamour show, perfect for a girls night out with all your friends.

This is one action packed night of Music, Muscle, Magic and Mayhem that will leave you breathless. You simply cannot afford to miss this!

MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS How Sweet It Is the end of the road tour SAT 19 JUL 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £2 off (A) C G O

Introducing The Formations, this ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of Motown is back. Now in its 12th successive year, this stunning 100% live show combines first class music together with the slickest choreography and an amazing band, to deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever have!

We’ll have you dancing All Night Long.

Joe Longthorne in concert with his band Fri 29 Aug 7.30pm G

This talented artist began his career over three decades ago with appearances on Junior Showtime, followed by a grounding on the tough Northern club circuit. Joe’s repertoire of voices is endless and includes hundreds of the world’s top singers, however, he is perhaps best known for his impersonation of Shirley Bassey who has commented, ‘Joe can do me better than I can do myself’.

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THE ELO EXPERIENCE

The Official UK No1 Tribute show 2013 Sat 30 Aug 7.30pm The legacy left by Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra barely needs any introduction - suffice to say that between 1972 and 1986 they achieved more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band on the planet! The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to this great band. With a stunning light show and large screen projection to further enhance the experience, why not come along and enjoy this incredible show.

bugle boy the life story of glenn miller

wed 3 sep 7.30pm C G ATG THEATRe CARD £3 off (Prem & A)

The critically acclaimed hit musical Bugle Boy traces the life of legendary music icon Glenn Miller from leaving college to play in various bands including his own as he searches tirelessly for over twenty years to find a unique band sound. Bugle Boy features all of Glenn Miller’s famous and instantly recognisable tunes including In the Mood; Little Brown Jug; Moonlight Serenade; Pennsylvania 6-5000; Chattanooga Choo Choo; American Patrol and many others.

PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD TUE 9 SEP 7.30pm G MTC

International psychic and star of hit TV show Psychic Sally on the Road, Sally Morgan returns with her phenomenal interactive stage show.

An ordinary woman with an extraordinary gift, her ability to pass on messages from spirit with incredible accuracy leaves audiences completely astounded. Her work with high profile celebrities and royalty earned her the name ‘psychic to the stars’, most notably reading for the inspirational Princess Diana.

Sally Morgan is investigational and the show is for the purpose of entertainment.

jethro THE LEGEND AT LARGE - 2014 TOUR Wed 10 Sep 7.30pm G Age 15+

Cornish comedy legend Jethro is back, as large as life, and on tour in 2014 with his very own unique brand of irresistible West Country tales for a fun-filled night of adult comedy. Jethro promises more tearjerking, farcical stories featuring his old mates Denzil and Slip Along Trevaskis, as well as hilarious tales from his extensive repertoire and his successful career in TV and theatre. Cornwall’s best-loved comic takes a very alternative look at life – in only the way he can! Don’t miss it.

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Thu 11 Sep 2.30pm C G O

From the producer of We’ll Meet Again, Duggie Chapman brings a brand-new Wartime Cavalcade show to celebrate 100 years since the start of World War I. With live music from the Martyn St James Band, here is an afternoon show with a tribute to our Armed Forces of yesterday, today and tomorrow. With all the great songs and music of the war years, this is damp eye nostalgia that leaves everyone with a warm and sentimental glow.

ROY CHUBBY BROWN

Sat 13 Sep 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £1.50 off (A) C Roy Chubby Brown returns with his meatiest show yet! Who Ate All The Pies? Chubby doesn’t hold back from sharing his outlandish views on news, women and gender, sailing so close to the mark, even the most seasoned of fans will be left gob-smacked! As politically incorrect as ever ‘The World’s Most Outrageous Comedian’ is far too rude for TV, so this live performance is the only place to catch the flamboyant comedian! If easily offended please stay away!

MICHAEL PALIN Travelling To Work Tue 30 Sep 7.30pm

To celebrate the publication of his third volume of Diaries, Travelling To Work, Michael Palin presents a brand new two-part stage show, looking back at twenty-five years of exploring the world and nearly fifty years in radio, television, books and films. Featuring a whistle-stop tour of the globe to a free-wheeling look back at the other side of his life combined with lots of memories, with one thing in common. A love of laughter.

THE ILLEGAL EAGLES

Thu 2 Oct 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £5 off (A) C G Now established as the world’s greatest Eagles tribute act, The Illegal Eagles continue to thrill audiences everywhere with their extremely tight harmonies and acute attention to detail. This latest production brings you all the classics – Take It Easy, Life in the Fast Lane, Hotel California, Take it to the Limit, Tequila Sunrise, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, Witchy Woman, Rocky Mountain Way and a whole lot more!

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ALOHA FROM HAWAII

European ELVIS Champion 2011 gordon hendricks

Fri 3 Oct 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £2 off (A) C O This is a superlatively choreographed and brilliantly engineered major theatre production which replicates the original Iconic Aloha from Hawaii show. It is all there, the orchestra, the Sweets, the Stamps Quartet - those incredible Elvis vocals. The raw energy and sheer charisma of Gordon’s Hendricks performance is absolutely jawdropping along with 20 superb musicians and singers.

charlie landsborough Wed 29 Oct 7.30pm Charlie and his band take to the road again this Spring to play a handful of selected dates across the UK. Always delivering a terrific night out, this new show sees Charlie playing tracks from his latest album Silhouette as well as much loved favourites from the past.

He is joined by his regular band for what promises to be an exceptional evening of music, good humour and inspirational playing.

ha ha hood!

Thu 30 Oct 7.30pm C G STARRING SU POLLARD and BEN LANGLEY After the hugely successful UK tour of Ha Ha Holmes! in 2013, Ha Ha! returns by popular demand with the next instalment in the series.

Ha Ha Hood! stars comedy queen Su Pollard (Hi-de-Hi!, You Rang, M’Lord?) as ‘Maiden Marian’ and sees the return of Ben Langley in the role of Robin Hood, the world’s favourite outlaw. Further casting is to be announced. Original, clever and laugh out loud funny, Ha Ha Hood! is not to be missed. www.hahahood.com

ross noble TANGENTLEMAN FRI 31 OCT & SAT 1 NOV 8pm Ages 15+

Following 14 sell-out tours, the king of improvisational comedy is back with another mind-blowing UK tour. Ross Noble will be showcasing his talent in brand new show, Tangentleman. With an on-stage presence like no other, his exuberance, spontaneity and cerebral style have established him as one of Britain’s best-loved comedians. The master surrealist uses an infinite imagination and plenty of tomfoolery, which is sure to have audiences in fits of laughter.

Photo Andy Hollingworth archive

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special events The Billy Fury Years

Thu 6 Nov 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £3 off (A) C G

The Billy Fury Years takes you on a musical journey through the musical career of Britain’s best loved rock ‘n roller. Michael King and his fantastic collection of musicians bring you an exciting two hour show filled with Fury’s greatest hits including, Jealousy, I Will, In Thoughts of You, and Halfway to Paradise to name but a few, all delivered in true Fury style. The Billy Fury Years really is the most definitive Billy Fury stage show ever!

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booking information BOX OFFICE New Alexandra Theatre Station Street, Birmingham B5 4DS

Telephone Bookings

ATG Theatre Card

0844 871 3011 (bkg fee) Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm and 10am - 8pm Sun. Contact Centre opening hours may vary on Bank Holidays. Accepted methods of payment are Visa, Mastercard, Maestro & American Express. We are unable to accept ticket reservations over the phone or online.

Calls charged at national rate, subject to bkg/transaction fee.

0844 871 7633 www.atgtickets.com/ theatrecard Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm, Sun 10am - 8pm. ATG Theatre Card offers are subject to availability on selected seat prices and for a max. 4 tickets per card.

Please book early to avoid disappointment.

No booking fees or postage fees apply on most shows for ATG Theatre Card members.

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GROUPS AND SCHOOLS BOOKINGS

Equal access for all

0844 871 3031 birminghamgroups@theambassadors.com Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm

Services for patrons with disabilities.

Please advise us in advance of any special requirements you or a member of your party may have and the Box Office staff will be happy to help. For more information on our services and facilities including signed performances, captioned and audio described performances please call the Access Hotline on 0121 230 9077. The Access Hotline is open from 10am - 6pm, Mon - Sat. For enquiries outside of these hours please call our Central Access Line on 0844 871 7677.

This line is managed until 10pm on Mon - Sat and 8pm on Sundays. Specifically programmed access performances are indicated throughout the brochure on selected shows.

See show pages for more info

THIS BROCHURE IS AVAILABLE IN LARGE PRINT. PLEASE CALL 0121 230 9074.

Online www.atgtickets.com/birmingham (bkg fee)

Postal Bookings State the performance and choice of seats, enclosing a cheque or postal order. Mail to: The Box Office, New Alexandra Theatre, Station Street, Birmingham, B5 4DS. Cheques should be made payable to ATG London Ltd. Please also include on the back of the cheque the 16 digit card number and expiry date and issue number if there is one.

Please allow 28 days for delivery of tickets.

CONDITIONS OF SALE Tickets cannot be refunded. Ticket exchanges can be offered for a per ticket exchange fee.

Exchanges will only be accepted for the same production and for the same value or higher on payment of the difference. All exchange requests are subject to availability and must be received at least 48 hours prior to the original performance date. Due to the varying nature of the shows and sets we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. For full conditions please visit www.atgtickets.com

concessions Shows with these symbols have the following concessions available (exclusions may apply):

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Visit the Box Office at the New Alexandra Theatre Mon - Sat 10am - 6pm and on event nights until 15 mins after the last performance begins. The Box Office is located at the front of the theatre on Suffolk Street Queensway.

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G S GROUPS AND SCHOOLS For events marked this way a group rate applies for parties of 10 people or more on selected performances and seats. Different rates apply to some shows. Special rates are also available for mid-week matinees and schools for selected perfs. For full details of the range of prices on offer please call the Groups Hotline on 0844 871 3031

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Groups of 10 or more Schools Family (4 tickets max 2 adults) Early Booking Access Performance available

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. For full details of the range of prices, discounts and concessions available please call 0844 871 3011.

Wheelchair spaces available in the Stalls Infra-red audio system available for people with hearing impairment Guide dogs welcome in all areas

venue improvements

Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold contributes to New Alexandra Theatre’s restoration fund. This money is reinvested back into the theatre to support its ongoing upkeep and development. Recent improvements include a major investment in replacing our Dress Circle seats and much of the theatre’s flying system that enables scenery and equipment to be suspended or ‘flown’ above the stage.

general Information Bookings may be subject to a per-ticket fee, transaction and postage or card charge.

For most shows ATG Theatre Card Members, Group Bookings and sales in person at the Box Office are fee-free. Please check with the Box Office or online when making your booking. Prices are correct at the time of going to press, however we reserve the right to change or vary prices at any time.

The New Alexandra Theatre reserves the right to make such alterations that become necessary. If you wish to comment on any aspect of your telephone or internet booking please call customer services on 0844 871 7615.

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.

The New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham is managed by the Ambassador Theatre Group.

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Ambassador theatre group Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) has grown to be the world’s number one live-theatre group with a total of 40 venues in Britain and on Broadway and an internationally recognised theatre producer. It is also a leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets and The Ticket Machine Group (TMG). ATG’s impressive portfolio of West End theatres includes Apollo Victoria, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Harold Pinter, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy and Trafalgar Studios 1 & 2. In New York, ATG owns The Lyric Theatre (formerly Foxwoods), the largest theatre on Broadway. ATG’s regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New DATES Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador Cinemas; Aylesbury Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Waterside Theatre; New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham; Brighton; Bristol Wed Theatre & Sat Royal mats 2.30pm Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone; King’s Theatre TICKETS £?? - £?? and Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Grimsby Auditorium; (Premium seats available) Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre and Atg theatre card Convention Centre; Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall, Discounts Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and New Discounts Wimbledon Studio and Grand Opera House, York. venue Current and recentdiscount ATG co-productions include Dirty RottenDiscounts Scoundrels, Jersey Boys, Rock of Ages, Macbeth, The Hothouse, The Pride, Passion Play, Discounts Posh, Jumpy and Constellations (Royal Court at the Duke of York’s), 9 To 5 The Musical, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Legally The Musical, G F SBlonde Details pageMonty XX Python’s Spamalot, The Rocky Horror Show, Goodnight Mister Tom, The Mystery of Charles Dickens, South Pacific, All New People, Dandy Dick, Blue/Orange, Ghost The Musical, Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!, Exit the King, The Mountaintop, (bkgBeing fee) Shakespeare, The Misanthrope, West Side Story, Elling www.atgtickets.com/xxx and Guys and Dolls.

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