Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Autumn 2015 Brochure

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LIVE MUSIC

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JEEVES AND WOOSTER

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THE LAST TANGO

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PAC K AG E S T O YO U , O U R T H E AT R E G O E R .

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JERSEY BOYS

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ELLEN KENT’S OPERA FESTIVAL

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THRILLER LIVE

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PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT

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THE FULL MONTY

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DICK WHITTINGTON

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GISELLE AND THE NUTCRACKER

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THE GLENN MILLER STORY

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REHEARSAL FOR MURDER

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ANNIE

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CADBURY BUTTONS BEECHDEAN ICE-CREAM† A HOUSE PROGRAMME (or theatre gift if not available)

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COMEDY CLUB

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SECOND SPACE

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OPEN HOUSE

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EVENTS

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THEATRE CARD

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BOOKING INFORMATION

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* Glass of house wine (175ml) House spirit and mixer † Only

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in Variety Boxes with water

WELCOME AUTUMN 2015 Welcome to our Autumn Programme at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, and our packed season of must-see musicals, breathtaking dance, and host of live music and comedy shows, not to mention a number of fantastic events.

The Broadway and West End phenomenon Jersey Boys will be with us for two weeks in September having won many awards including an Olivier for Best New Musical. Featuring all the hits of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons this production is based on a true life story and is a must-see for musical theatre fans.

Other forthcoming musicals include the return of favourites, Thriller Live and Priscilla Queen of the Desert starring Jason Donovan.

The Waterside’s first world premiere will take place in September when Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace perform their farewell show on the main stage. An unmissable opportunity to see two of the nation’s Strictly Come Dancing favourites in action, doing what they do best.

Award-winning production The Full Monty, packed full of laughs and emotion is with us in November, and our classical line up this season includes Ellen Kent‘s Opera Tosca, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and ballet masterpieces from Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet - The Nutcracker and Giselle.

Live music is in abundance as bands including King Crimson, UB40 and Bullet For My Valentine make their Waterside debut. Other music shows this season include The Sensational 60s Experience, Motown’s Greatest Hits, That’ll Be The Day and The Carpenter’s Story.

We are delighted to announce the return of popular events including Big Band Dance Night, Silver Wheels Roller Disco and our Christmas Party Nights. Also, during this year’s pantomime run of Dick Whittington starring X Factor winner Sam Bailey, Panto Parties are back - the perfect festive treat to make your visit extra special.

Make the most of your trip to the theatre and book one of our Ambassador Experience packages, and if you enjoy coming to the theatre on a regular basis, remember you can save money alongside many other benefits by becoming an ATG Theatre Card member.

If you have any feedback, suggestions or thoughts about the theatre and your experience here with us, please feel free to get in touch with me at elizabethadlingtonawt@theambassadors.com or tweet us @TheWaterside1.

Elizabeth Adlington Area Theatre Manager

THE FULL MONTY MON 23 SAT 28 NOV

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LIVE MUSIC KING CRIMSON

MON 31 AUG & TUE 1 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £26* £28.90 online/phone Friars Aylesbury is back presenting the best bands in the world in Aylesbury.

King Crimson first played Friars in 1969 and again in 1981. They will be playing material going right back to their sensational first album In the Court of the Crimson King.

BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS

MON 5 OCT Doors 7pm TICKETS FROM £23* £25.90 online/phone Releasing their 5th studio album, Venom, in August, Bullet For My Valentine embark on a UK and European headline tour. Their line-up features vocalist/guitarist Matt Tuck, guitarist Michael ‘Padge’ Paget and drummer Michael ‘Moose’ Thomas.

UB40

SUN 18 OCT Doors 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £31.25* £35.15 online/phone Reggae legends UB40 bring their Getting Over The Storm tour to Aylesbury.

UB40 released their debut album Signing Off in August 1980 - considered by many to be one of the greatest reggae albums ever released by a British band.

NILS LOFGREN

TUE 10 NOV 8pm TICKETS FROM £33.50* £37.40 online/phone Legendary American songwriter, virtuoso guitarist and pianist, Nils Lofgren makes his Aylesbury debut this year. After touring with Bruce Springsteen, Nils Lofgren heads out to perform his own legendary live show.

BELLOWHEAD

SUN 22 NOV Doors 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20.75* £23.65 online/phone After 12 amazing years, the UK’s most successful folk band Bellowhead are calling it a day. The band plan to mark their departure in characteristically ambitious style, heading out for the final time from November 2015.

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‘AN EVENING OF BONKERS COMEDY’ THE DAILY MAIL

DON’T MISS THIS ULTIMATE FAREWELL SHOW

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ADAPTED FROM THE WORKS OF P.G WODEHOUSE

Following a year long run at the Duke Of York’s Theatre Jeeves and Wooster are now on tour!

Join them and a host of Wodehouse’s bestloved characters for a laugh-out-loud night out.

★★★★★

‘WODEHOUSE WOULD HAVE LOVED THIS’ DAILY TELEGRAPH MON 7 - WED 9 SEP Mon - Wed eves 7.30pm Wed mat 2.30pm C G Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £15.50 £18.40 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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Fresh from their sell-out hit shows Midnight Tango and Dance ’Til Dawn, Strictly superstars Vincent Simone & Flavia Cacace have created their most moving production yet as they prepare to dance in their final ever theatre tour.

Twenty years of dancing together has seen them become Strictly Come Dancing favourites, World Dance title-holders, create and star in their own West End productions - but now it is finally time for the nation’s best-loved Argentine Tango Champions to say goodbye to the stage in a thrilling, new, live performance.

Don’t miss your last chance to see this beautiful couple do what they do best live, in an intimate, passionate and explosive experience - it’s time for The Last Tango.

THU 17 - SAT 19 SEP Thu - Sat eves 7.30pm Sat mat 2.30pm C G S Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £19.50 £23.40 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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TUE 22 SEP - SAT 3 OCT Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm Wed mat 23 Sep 2.30pm

The Broadway and West End phenomenon Jersey Boys is touring the UK and Ireland! This smash hit musical has won 57 major awards worldwide, including the Olivier Award for Best New Musical and continues to play at the Piccadilly Theatre, London.

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 100 million records worldwide.

Featuring hit after legendary hit including Beggin’, December 1963 (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’ (SUNDAY EXPRESS) you simply will never forget.

Please be aware Jersey Boys contains genuine New Jersey language which may not be suitable for younger audiences - parental guidance advised

CAPTIONED PERF Sat 3 Oct 2.30pm

C G Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £20 £23.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS ELLEN KENT’S OPERA FESTIVAL

BIZET CARMEN

Introducing a spectacular horse show! This dazzling production features Bizet’s unforgettable melodies including The Toreador’s Song. The brand new set reflects the stunning architecture of Seville and its main square with Roman and Moorish influences.

‘IMPASSIONED AND SULTRY’ THE OBSERVER

TOSCA SAT 17 OCT 7.30pm DIE FLEDERMAUS FRI 1 APR 2016 7.30pm CARMEN SAT 2 APR 7.30pm

SUNG IN FRENCH WITH ENGLISH SURTITLES

PUCCINI TOSCA

Set against the beautiful backdrop of Rome, featuring a boys’ choir with a choir boy solo, this most popular of operas is sure to delight with its tender, moving arias Vissi d’arte and E Lucevan le Stelle.

*Available by phone or in person at the Box Office

‘TOSCA LIVED UP TO ALL MY HOPES AND EXPECTATIONS’

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IRISH EXAMINER

TICKETS FROM £15 £17.90 online/phone

SUNG IN ITALIAN WITH ENGLISH SURTITLES

JOHANN STRAUSS DIE FLEDERMAUS

Ellen Kent’s Die Fledermaus returns after its world premiere in 2006. This unique version includes a mystery celebrity guest.

Die Fledermaus will be sung in English with a translation by Ellen Kent. Do not miss it!

‘A DELIGHTFUL ENTERTAINING EVENING AS LIGHT AS ANY CHAMPAGNE BUBBLE’ THE STAGE SUNG IN ENGLISH WITH ENGLISH SURTITLES

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PACKAGE DEALS* Book 2 operas & save 15%.

(Prem, A - C). Book 3 operas & save 20%. (Prem, A - C).

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THE LEGEND LIVES ON! PAUL WALDEN & DEREK NICOL FOR FLYING MUSIC IN ASSOCIATION WITH ADRIAN GRANT FOR KEY CONCERTS PRESENT

★★★★

‘A TOTAL BLAST. THE STAGING AND CONSTANT BRILLIANCE OF THE MUSICIANS KEEP US RIVETED. A WONDERFUL SHOW’ WHATSONSTAGE.COM

★★★★ ‘YOU CAN’T BEAT IT!’

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‘IMMENSELY ENJOYABLE’ THE INDEPENDENT

Direct from London’s West End where it is now in its recordbreaking 7th year, Thriller Live is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer.

Seen by over 3 million people in 30 countries, Thriller Live continues to moonwalk around the world, taking you on a visual, audio and electrifying journey through the magic of Michael’s 45 year musical history.

Experience over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to rock, soul to disco in a show that pays homage to Jackson’s legendary live performances and innovative dance moves executed with flair, precision and passion in a show that you will never forget.

Expect your favourite songs delivered by an exceptionally talented cast and band, including: I Want You Back, ABC, Can You Feel It, Off The Wall, The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Dirty Diana, Bad, Rock With You, They Don’t Care About Us, Dangerous, Heal The World and Thriller plus many more!

Photo of previous cast member

MON 19 - SAT 24 OCT Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri eve 8.30pm, Sat 4pm & 8pm SUMMER SAVER OFFER Book by 31 July and save £5 on tickets. Quote SUMMER C G Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £18 £20.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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Get ready for the ride of your life as the ultimate party, Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical, returns to Aylesbury due to overwhelming popular demand - starring Jason Donovan as Tick!

Based on the smash-hit movie, the feel-good international hit sensation Priscilla is the heart-warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship and end up finding more than they could have ever dreamed of.

With a dazzling array of outrageous costumes and a hit parade of dance floor classics including It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Hot Stuff, Finally, Boogie Wonderland, Go West, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, and I Love The Nightlife, rush to get your tickets today for this wildly fresh and funny hit musical that will take you on a journey to the heart of fabulous!

Priscilla is

‘HUGELY ENTERTAINING. INSANELY GLITZY’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

★★★★ ‘INGENIOUS. SPECTACULAR. A BIG HIT MUSICAL’ EVENING STANDARD Photographs of UK tour by Paul Coltas Due to occasional coarse language, parental guidance is recommended for children 15 years and under

MON 26 - SAT 31 OCT Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm C G Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £15 Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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THE SENSATIONAL NEW SMASH HIT

THE SUNDAY TIMES

‘UPROARIOUSLY ENTERTAINING - EVERY INCH A WHOPPING HIT’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

In 1997, a British film about six out of work Sheffield steelworkers with nothing to lose, took the world by storm!

Now, they’re back and this time they really have to go The Full Monty... live on stage.

Simon Beaufoy, the Oscar-winning writer of the film, has gone all the way with this hilarious and heartfelt adaptation that’s getting standing ovations every night.

With songs from the film by Donna Summer, Hot Chocolate and Tom Jones, this award-winning production is one huge package of laughs and emotion.

UK THEATRE AWARDS WINNER - BEST TOURING PRODUCTION

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GARY ANDREW LOUIS RUPERT MARTIN BOBBY LUCY DUNN EMERICK HILL MILLER SCHOFIELD Suitable ages 12+

‘CHUFFING BRILLIANT’ DAILY MAIL

MON 23 - SAT 28 NOV Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm C G Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £10 £11.90 online/phone

Go on… drop everything and book today!

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RETURNING DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND

ANDY COLLINS AS IDLE JACK

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X FACTOR WINNER

X FACTOR FINALIST

SAM MELANIE BAILEY MASSON AS FAIRY BOWBELLS

AS QUEEN RAT

THIS YEAR’S GLITTERING PANTO PAVED WITH GOLD This year’s purrrrrrfect pantomime paved with gold is the magical tale of Dick Whittington.

DECEMBER 2015

Dick Whittington features an all-star cast including X Factor winner Sam Bailey as the magical Fairy Bowbells, Aylesbury’s favourite local funny man, Andy Collins as Idle Jack, and X Factor finalist Melanie Masson as boo-able baddie Queen Rat.

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Join Dick and his feline friend Tommy on his fun-filled quest for fame and fortune. Will the streets really be paved with gold? Will he win the hand of the lovely Alice - and will he defeat the dastardly Queen Rat? There’s only one way to find out - join us for panto this Christmas!

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Starring Sam Bailey who wowed the X Factor judges with her powerhouse voice in 2013. Being called ‘incredible’ by Gary Barlow, Sam won the competition and her debut single Skyscraper went straight to the top of the charts, making it Christmas number one.

Sam has since supported Beyonce, had her own number one album, a live tour, released an autobiography, and now she makes her theatrical debut at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre!

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From the producers of Peter Pan and Cinderella, the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre pantomime is a must-see Christmas tradition featuring all of your favourite pantomime ingredients - sensational songs, a live band, dazzling dance routines, slapstick comedy, and plenty of audience participation.

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With tickets from just £10, book now for the best value panto in town!

‘A DAZZLING SPECTACLE - GUARANTEED TO PUT A BIG SMILE ON THE FACES OF CHILDREN AND ADULTS ALIKE’ BUCKS EXAMINER (ON CINDERELLA 2014 - 2015)

‘A MAGICAL FAIRYTALE ADVENTURE’

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JANUARY 2016 Fri 1

Happy New Year!

Sat 2

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THE STAGE (ON CINDERELLA 2014 - 2015)

CAPTIONED PERF Sun 27 Dec 1.30pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Sun 27 Dec 1.30pm

Concessions apply at performances as above

DISCOUNTS F FAMILY GROUP 3+ £5 off (A - C) (must include at least one child)

+ 1 free teacher/leader ticket per 10 tickets purchased. Incl. a free ice cream. Free teacher ticket

G GROUPS 10+ £15 (A & B) does not include a free ice cream.

SG SUPER GROUP 40+ SS SENIORS Half Price (A- C) £12 Bands A & B GENERAL CONCESSIONS S U SCHOOLS & UNIFORMED £2 off Valid on Bands A - C on all perfs excluding 24 & 26 Dec perfs GROUPS £13 per child, (A- C)

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MAGICAL RUSSIAN BALLET BANNER ACCOMPANIED TBC BY A LIVE ORCHESTRA

Giselle The Nutcracker

Experience the superb artistry of the renowned Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet on their first UK tour.

Combining classical training and technique, the company’s magical performances of the best-loved Russian ballets have won them international acclaim.

Giselle, one of the few 19th century romantic ballets still performed, tells of a village girl whose everlasting love saves her beloved from a wretched dance to the death.

The Nutcracker is a delightful tale, and the perfect introduction to ballet, as Clara is whisked away on a fairytale adventure by her Nutcracker prince.

‘THE HIGH LEVEL OF DANCING WAS A GREAT PLEASURE, PARTICULARLY IN ITS AUTHORITY AND CLASSICAL PURITY’ THE NEW YORK TIMES

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GISELLE MON 30 NOV 7.30pm THE NUTCRACKER TUE 1 DEC 7.30pm WED 2 DEC 2.30pm & 7.30pm EARLYBIRD OFFER £4 off if booked before 31 Aug C G Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £18.50 £21.40 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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THE LONDON PALLADIUM’S ALL-TIME RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMER BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

BRITAIN’S GREATEST SONG AND DANCE MAN RETURNS IN A WONDERFUL NEW MUSICAL! FEATURING A SPECTACULAR

16 PIECE ORCHESTRA ‘HE REMAINS A VERY GREAT STAR’ DAILY EXPRESS

PLUS SENSATIONAL PERFORMERS & DAZZLING CHOREOGRAPHY PLAYING THE BIG BAND ERA HITS

IN THE MOOD MOONLIGHT SERENADE TUXEDO JUNCTION CHATTANOOGA CHOO CHOO LITTLE BROWN JUG PENNSYLVANIA 6-5000 AND MANY, MANY MORE DIRECTED BY BOB TOMSON AND BILL KENWRIGHT CHOREOGRAPHED BY OLIVIER AWARD WINNER BILL DEAMER

It’s been seventy years since Glenn Miller disappeared as he flew to Paris to entertain the troops during WWII. Did he crash?

Was he shot down? Will the mystery ever be solved?

Brought to stage for the first time in a new musical spectacular, is the life, fame and vanishing of America’s most famous big band leader, whose music defined an era and story stunned the world.

Music legend Tommy Steele, Britain’s first rock ’n’ roll icon who became our greatest ever song and dance man, commands the stage as only a very great star can in this extraordinary tale, featuring a spectacular 16 piece orchestra plus a full supporting company of sensational performers and dazzling choreography.

Tommy’s legendary career boasts countless hit singles, Hollywood movies and award-winning stage musicals including Half a Sixpence and Singin’ in the Rain, and his celebrated role as Scrooge in Bill Kenwright’s spectacular festive musical which played twice at the London Palladium.

TUE 19 - SAT 23 JAN Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm C G S Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £17.50 £21.40 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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FOLLOWING TEN YEARS OF THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY A NEW CHAPTER - AND FROM THE WRITERS OF MURDER, SHE WROTE BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

PRAISE FOR THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY

‘INGENIOUSLY CRAFTED’

EASTBOURNE HERALD

‘FULL OF SUSPENSE. PERFECTLY ORCHESTRATED’ WINDSOR EXPRESS

ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY DAVID ROGERS

‘A STYLISH PRODUCTION THAT BRINGS THE GOLDEN AGE OF MYSTERY TO THE STAGE WITH PANACHE’ EVENING POST

STAR CASTING TO BE ANNOUNCED

Following the phenomenal decade-long success of The Agatha Christie Theatre Company, which sold over two million tickets and continually played to packed houses around the UK, Bill Kenwright presents a new production of one of stage and screen’s all-time classic thrillers, from the pen of the legendary award-winning writing team Levinson and Link, whose work includes the mystery series Murder, She Wrote.

Playwright Alex Dennison is left heartbroken when his fiancée and leading lady Monica Welles is found dead from an apparent suicide after the opening night of her stage debut. On the anniversary of that ill-fated night, Alex assembles the same cast and crew in the same theatre, for a reading of his new play. But as the reading begins, it becomes clear that Alex believes that Monica was murdered and his new play is a devious cat-and-mouse chase to uncover her killer...

MON 22 - SAT 27 FEB Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm C G Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £10 £11.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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STARRING

LESLEY JOSEPH Annie, the world’s favourite family musical, comes to Aylesbury for 8 performances only, starring Birds of a Feather star Lesley Joseph as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!

Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery and torment at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Determined to find her real parents, her luck changes when she is chosen to spend Christmas at the residence of famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks.

Spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search...

With its award-winning book and score, this stunning new production includes the unforgettable songs Hard Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything But You and Tomorrow.

Don’t miss Annie!

YOU CAN BET YOUR BOTTOM DOLLAR THAT YOU’LL LOVE IT!

MON 14 - SAT 19 MAR Mon - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm C G S F Details page 30 TICKETS FROM £12.50 Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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RICHARD O’BRIEN’S

MON 18 - SAT 23 APRIL Mon - Thu eves 8pm Fri & Sat 5.30pm & 8.30pm C G Details page 30 DIRECTED BY CHRISTOPHER LUSCOMBE Following a record-breaking worldwide tour Richard O’Brien’s classic is ready to thrill you once again with its frothy fun and naughty moments!

Bursting at the seams with timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic-thrusting Time Warp, Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show is a non-stop party! This is the boldest bash of them all, so sharpen those stilettos and get ready for the biggest bash in town!

Be warned, this show has rude parts!

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FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY AN EVENING OF DIRTY DANCING THE TRIBUTE SHOW THU 16 JUL 7.30pm G TICKETS FROM £18* £20.90 online/phone

A return to Aylesbury for this 5 star homage to the greatest soundtrack of all time. Often imitated but never bettered, this is a celebration of the music from the multi-award-winning soundtrack to Dirty Dancing.

Please note this production is not affiliated with Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story On Stage on tour in the UK and worldwide.

THE BASIL BRUSH SHOW FULL-ON FOX

THU 13 AUG 2.30pm F TICKETS FROM £15* £16.90 online/phone Britain’s most loveable fox is back on the road along with his TV chum Mr Stephen (aka Chris Pizzey). Together they will take you on a journey of laughs, storytelling and song in a brand new, specially written live stage show packed with fun and excitement. Come and join in the mayhem!

HELLO KITTY LIVE

TUE 6 OCT 5pm F S G TICKETS FROM £19* £20.90 online/phone Fashion icon Hello Kitty welcomes audiences into her world in a story that highlights the value of friendship, creativity, respect for nature and a love of learning. Featuring songs from Charlie XCX, Bruno Mars, Kylie Minogue and more. The perfect show for all the family!

THE DREAMBOYS FEATURING DAN OSBORNE THU 8 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2.50 off G TICKETS FROM £25.50* £28.40 online/phone Over 18s only

The Dreamboys are back and hotter than ever with a brand new, action packed show for 2015! If you’re looking for the very best girls’ night out in the UK, look no further than these incredible stripping hunks.

MICHAEL PALIN THE THIRTY YEARS TOUR

FRI 9 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £30.50* £33.40 online/phone Based on thirty years of extraordinary diaries, and brought to life with rare archive film, photos and recordings, Michael shares often hilarious, always honest and occasionally downright embarrassing experiences of a life that can’t resist a challenge.

JIM DAVIDSON CHARLTON NIL

TUE 13 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.50* £26.40 online/phone The people’s favourite and one of Britain’s greatest ever comedians, Jim Davidson OBE takes to the road with his brand new show Charlton Nil. Son of a Glaswegian father, born and bred in Charlton. From drummer to window cleaner via shelf stacker, to a theatre near you.

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FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY BAY CITY ROLLERS STARRING LES MCKEOWN

WED 14 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off TICKETS FROM £18.50* £21.40 online/phone

The music of the Bay City Rollers became the soundtrack for teenagers growing up in the mid 70s. The face and voice of that soundtrack belonged to Les McKeown.

THE CARPENTERS STORY

THU 15 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off C G Details p30 TICKETS FROM £19* £21.90 online/phone All the hits including We’ve Only Just Begun and Yesterday Once More.

Phil Aldridge’s arrangements and Claire Furley’s representation of Karen Carpenter combine, reviving memories of pop’s most melodic duo.

THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCE

FRI 16 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off C Details p30 TICKETS FROM £25* £27.90 online/phone This explosive 60s extravaganza stars Chris Farlowe, Herman’s Hermits, Steve Ellis (voice of Love Affair) New Amen Corner and Union Gap UK. Hosted by Alan Mosca (Freddie & The Dreamers).

RUBY WAX SANE NEW WORLD

MON 9 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £19* £21.90 online/phone Ruby Wax is a much-loved US-born comedian, actor and writer based in the UK. Sane New World shows us how to rewire our thinking to find calm in a frenetic world. This show is your passport to saner living.

She might not be sane herself but she does a pretty good imitation.

SHOW OF HANDS

WED 11 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G Details p30 TICKETS FROM £22.50* £25.40 online/phone Show of Hands are undeniably one of the strongest current forces in acoustic music. Joined by Miranda Sykes on double bass, Show of Hands are widely recognised for their resonating original songs.

NOEL FIELDING AN EVENING WITH NOEL FIELDING THU 12 NOV 8pm TICKETS FROM £26* £28.90 online/phone

Noel Fielding (The Mighty Boosh) is embarking on his first live tour in 5 years. Expect a magical mix of Noel’s unique brand of stand-up comedy, live animation, music and some of Fielding’s best known TV characters.

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ONE MAN BREAKING BAD THE UNAUTHORISED PARODY FRI 13 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G Details p30 TICKETS FROM £20* £22.90 online/phone

Sixty awesome episodes. One awesome show. Yo! Join us on a rip roaring ride through the greatest television show ever made. LA actor Miles Allen provides hilarious, accurate renditions of all the iconic characters.

THAT’LL BE THE DAY THE CHRISTMAS SHOW

SAT 14 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off C G Details p30 TICKETS FROM £23* £25.90 online/phone Prepare to party as the UK’s legendary Rock ‘N’ Roll variety show returns with all your favourite festive hits from the 50s, 60s & 70s plus more hilarious comedy!

SING-A-LONG-A FROZEN

Age recommendation 5+ years

© Disney

SUN 15 NOV 2.30pm F Details p30 TICKETS FROM £15 * £16.90 online/phone A full screening of Disney’s Frozen with lyrics on screen. A live host will show you how to use your free prop bag, warm up your voices and teach you some dance moves with the help of the Sing-a-long-a Princesses.

MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS HOW SWEET IT IS

MON 16 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off C G Details p30 TICKETS FROM £25.50* £28.40 online/phone The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of Motown, this stunning live show combines first class music, slick choreography and an amazing band, to deliver the best Motown experience you will ever have!

CIRCUS OF HORRORS WELCOME TO THE CARNEVIL

TUE 17 NOV 7.30pm C Details p30 ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off TICKETS FROM £17* £19.90 online/phone

Britain’s Got Talent Finalists Circus of Horrors are back! Set in 1900, the CarnEvil has rolled into town - sword swallowers, killer klowns, acrobats, hair hangers & loads more, with live rock music. It’s as funny as Hell!

ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

WED 18 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off (A & B) G TICKETS FROM £15* £16.90 online/phone Join the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra for Beethoven’s celebrated depiction of country life, Symphony No.6, Pastoral, and leading violinist Matthew Trusler’s performance of Sibelius’ Violin Concerto.

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FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY ABBA MANIA

THU 19 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C Details p30 TICKETS FROM £14.50* £16.40 online/phone ABBA Mania is accepted as the world’s number one touring ABBA tribute production, bringing ABBA fans old and new a night not to be missed. So dig out those platforms, dust down those flares, join in and enjoy all of your favourites including: Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All, Super Trouper and many more.

WESTCOAST - THE BEACH BOYS

FRI 20 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G Details p30 TICKETS FROM £23* £25.90 online/phone Come and join the fun, fun, fun in the Californian sun - Beach Boys box office smash-hit Westcoast is coming to town. Based on the Good Vibrations of The Beach Boys, it’s time to catch a wave with millionsellers Surfin’ USA, California Girls, Help Me Rhonda, Wouldn’t It Be Nice and scores more unforgettable hits. www.easytheatres.com

MERCURY THE ULTIMATE QUEEN TRIBUTE

SAT 21 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C Details p30 TICKETS FROM £18* £20.90 online/phone Winners of the National Tribute Awards, Mercury have firmly established themselves as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Queen. The show includes fantastic and authentic performances of the most popular Queen hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and many more.

GRIMETHORPE COLLIERY BAND

SUN 29 NOV 3pm TICKETS FROM £23* £25.90 online/phone The real stars of Brassed Off perform a spectacular programme of festive favourites, popular Brass Band classics and music from the hit movie. Featuring special guests the Operababes the programme will include the William Tell Overture, O Holy Night, Radetzky March, Ode to Joy, Jingle Bells, carols and seasonal music. The perfect pre-Christmas curtain raiser!

ANTON AND ERIN JUST GOTTA DANCE

SUN 7 FEB 3pm ATG THEATRE CARD £10 off (A & B), £5 off (C & D) TICKETS FROM £29.50 £33.40 online/phone Join the nation’s favourite ballroom couple when they return with a thrilling new show for 2016 to dazzle audiences across the UK. Featuring exciting new choreography, sparkling costumes and a sensational show band performing timeless music from the golden age.

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atgtickets.com/aylesbury (Bkg/trns fees apply) Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85; events with an * carry a 1% per ticket booking charge when booking by credit or debit card in person.

LIVE SCREENINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD PLUS AYLESBURY’S HOTTEST COMEDY CLUB!

SECOND SPACE

ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY LIVE TICKETS £15 * £16.50 online/phone

OTHELLO WED 26 AUG 7pm HENRY V WED 21 OCT 6.45pm NATIONAL THEATRE SEASON TICKETS £13.50 * £14.85 online/phone

THE BEAUX STRATAGEM THU 3 SEP 6.45pm CORIOLANUS (ENCORE) THU 24 SEP 6.45pm HAMLET STARRING BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH THU 15 OCT* 6.45pm

HAMLET STARRING BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH (ENCORE) SAT 31 OCT 6.45pm OPERA AUSTRALIA TICKETS £15 * £16.50 online/phone

AIDA ON SYDNEY HARBOUR TUE 15 SEP 6.45pm ROYAL OPERA HOUSE LIVE TICKETS £15 * £16.50 online/phone

ROMEO & JULIET (BALLET) TUE 22 SEP 7.15pm CARMEN / VISCERA / AFTERNOON OF FAUN / TCHAIKOVSKY PAS DE DEUX (BALLET) THU 12 NOV 7.15pm THE NUTCRACKER (BALLET) WED 16 DEC 7.15pm LA TRAVIATA (OPERA) THU 4 FEB 2016 6.45pm BORIS GODUNOV (OPERA) MON 21 MAR 2016 7.15pm FRANKENSTEIN (BALLET) WED 18 MAY 2016 7.15pm PLEASE NOTE THAT ENCORE SCREENINGS ARE NOT SCREENED LIVE

Our Comedy Club at the Waterside continues with even more of the finest comedians from the UK’s prestigious comedy circuit.

It’s the hottest Comedy Club in town!

MICHAEL FABBRI, JOEY PAGE + RUDI LICKWOOD FRI 4 SEP

DANNY BUCKLER, CHARLIE BAKER + ELIS JAMES FRI 2 OCT

SUZI RUFFELL, JOEL DOMMETT + A SPECIAL GUEST SAT 14 NOV

DOORS 7.30PM FIRST ACT 8PM TICKETS FROM £11* £12.10 online / phone

RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 16+ Line-up subject to change

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SHOWS IN OUR SECOND SPACE

SECOND SPACE

THE BEATLES YEARS ’63 -’70

PERFORMED BY THE DUNG BEATLES

SAT 24 OCT 8pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off C Details p30 TICKETS FROM £12.50 £13.75 online/phone From Number 1’s to album gems, if you love The Beatles’ music played the way the Fab Four intended, then The Dung Beatles are for you.

Since forming in 2013 the band has sold-out theatres, performed live on BBC Radio and gigged Liverpool’s world famous Cavern Club.

FLOWER ARRANGING WITH NEIL GURNEY MON 9 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £11.50

Popular local flower arranger and Hospice Supporter Neil Gurney will be on stage in the Second Space. A night of fun, flowers, laughter and entertainment is guaranteed. Book early to avoid disappointment as places are limited for this one night show. All proceeds from the event will go to supporting the Florence Nightingale Hospice, providing inpatient and at home care for local people.

Exclusive VIP Lounge Package OPEN FROM 10AM ● FAMILY-FRIENDLY FREE WI-FI ● LUNCH ● BRUNCH AFTERNOON TEA ● PRE-SHOW BITES

Go on, treat yourself!

n Access to our private lounge

n A glass of wine, beer or soft drink n A Theatre Gift n Private bar

n Cloakroom service

n 20% discount for use in our cafe Ask to upgrade your experience for just £15 at the point of booking, or select the Exclusive VIP Lounge ticket option when booking online.

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SECOND SPACE

FAMILY THEATRE CLUB JOIN US FOR SOME FREE FUN WITH OUR THEATRE WORKSHOPS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

FREE EVENTS

Join us every other Saturday during term time for our fun and free Waterside Family Theatre Club. Run by Flametree Productions and Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, sessions will include storytelling and a chance to discover the world of theatre with your family.

Join in with any of our Open House activities and you’ll receive a Loyalty Card, which entitles you to 10% off food and soft drinks at our Waterside Cafe every Saturday until 2pm!

TODDLER _ 6YRS WITH PARENTS AND GUARDIANS 9.30AM - 10.3OAM Create your own story with your family through the use of puppetry, costume design, prop-making and sharing skills. With a different story to tell every week, unleash your own family’s creativity.

7 _ 12YRS WITH PARENTS AND GUARDIANS 11AM - 12PM Discover the world of theatre and production from costumes to props, lighting to sound, film and performance. Join in with your family and craft your own piece of theatre together.

SAT 18 JUL | SAT 12 SEP | SAT 26 SEP | SAT 10 OCT | SAT 24 OCT SAT 7 NOV | SAT 21 NOV | SAT 5 DEC | SAT 12 DEC You can book free places for you and your family over the counter at the Box Office, by calling 0844 871 7607 (Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge), or online by visiting atgtickets.com/shows/open-house (please book one space per person attending).

A PROGRAMME FOR THOSE WITH ACCESS REQUIREMENTS Ensemble is an inclusive project for adults, where those who are disabled or with access needs, work together to explore the theatre, learn new skills and engage with others. Hosted by theatre director Liz Raba from Flametree Productions and connecting with partners Signdance Collective International and BUDS (Buckinghamshire Disability Service), this is your chance to get involved in an innovative and exciting project. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to take part, and all sessions are free.

Ensemble will be running projects throughout the year from workshops and performance opportunities to post-show discussions, theatre tours and access-friendly performances.

To find out what’s happening next and how you can be involved contact liz@flametreeproductions.co.uk or visit atgtickets.com/aylesbury

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WATERSIDE EVENTS 2015 SILVER WHEELS ROLLER DISCO

SAT 18 - SUN 19 JUL TICKETS FROM £6 Spectator tickets £1.50 Learn to Skate Session Sat 10.30am & Sun 10.30am General Skate Sat 2pm, 4.30pm, 6.30pm & Sun 2pm, 4.30pm & 6.30pm Over 18s Only Session Sat 8.30pm Back due to popular demand with a skating session for everyone. Enjoy laser lights and DJ sets in a fun environment. Skate hire included. Over 18s

BIG BAND DANCE NIGHT

FEATURING THE DOWN FOR THE COUNT SWING ORCHESTRA SAT 25 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £18* £20.90 online/phone Returning for another celebration of big band and swing music, the auditorium becomes a dancehall with a huge variety of music great for swing, jive, ballroom & Latin dancing, or spectate from the Circle.

BATTLE OF THE BANDS

SAT 5 SEP Doors 6pm Bands 7pm TICKETS FROM £8* £9.90 online/phone Celebrating the best local young bands in and around Bucks whose reputations precede them. The Waterside takes pride in offering these bands a place to perform where all current fans and hopefully more new fans await them.

THE AYLESBURY WEDDING SHOW

SUN 11 OCT 11am - 3pm FREE ADMISSION Be inspired by over 80 exhibitors with many ideas for your special day, and a catwalk fashion show.

Central Exhibitions Ltd Telephone 01908 305123 www.centralexhibitions.co.uk

CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS

5, 11, 12, 18 & 19 DEC 7.30pm - Late TICKETS £20 Dance the night away and celebrate the festive season in sparkling style at the Waterside’s Christmas Party Nights. With a disco, photo booth, Christmas cocktails, casino and magician, this is the perfect excuse to indulge in the festive spirit. Grab your friends, colleagues and anyone wanting a fun-filled festive evening. Over 18s

PANTO PARTIES (THROUGHOUT PANTO SEASON)

FRI 11 DEC - SUN 3 JAN TICKETS £10 PER PERSON Whether you want to treat the family or enjoy a works’ do with a difference, our panto parties cater for 10 - 25 people, and include snack platters and a special delivery of ice cream by our very own, Christmas Quackers. You’ll have more festive fun than you can shake a knapsack at! Contact our Events Team on 01296 745135 for details.

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BOOKING INFORMATION AYLESBURY WATERSIDE THEATRE Exchange Street, Aylesbury HP20 1UG CUSTOMER CONTACT CENTRE 0844 871 7607 (bkg fee) Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge.

Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm. Sun 10am - 8pm.

Opening hours may vary on Bank Holidays. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Maestro & American Express.

Calls will be charged at the national rate (charges may vary according to service provider).

BOOK ONLINE atgtickets.com/aylesbury (bkg fee) IN PERSON (bkg and transaction fees may apply) The Box Office is situated in the main foyer of the theatre and is open Mon Sat 10am - 5pm (or until 15 mins after the last performance begins). On Sundays and Public Holidays we are closed unless there is a performance in which case we open 2 hours before the show and close 15 mins after the last performance begins.

GROUPS & SCHOOLS Groups Hotline 0844 871 7614 Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge.

groupsales@theambassadors.com Mon 10am - 5.30pm Tue - Fri 9am - 5.30pm BOOKING BY POST Cheques or Postal Orders are payable to ATG London Ltd. Post to Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, FAO Box Office, Exchange Street, Aylesbury, HP20 1UG. Cheques must be received no less than 1 month prior to the performance date to allow payments to clear before the show. Tickets will then be printed and available for collection on the day of the performance.

PRICING ATG operates a dynamic pricing model, Dynamic ticket pricing is based on factors such as demand and availability, the price of a ticket can go up and or down at any given point during an event’s on-sale period. As a result you might find that prices are higher or lower than you expected. Up-to-date prices for all events at our venues can continue to be found at www.atgtickets.com ACCESS BOOKINGS 0844 871 7677 (bkg fee) Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone

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company’s access charge.

For our deaf and hard of hearing patrons, please use Text Relay, which is a free service. (You pay only for the call to the venue). 18001 0844 871 7677 Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge (textphone users).

18002 0844 871 7677 Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge (standard phone users).

For further info, please log on to www.textrelay.org EQUAL ACCESS FOR ALL Please advise us in advance of any special requirements you or anyone in your party may have and the Box Office staff will be happy to help.

AUDIO DESCRIBED (including a TOUCH TOUR), SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETED and CAPTIONED performances offered on selected shows. See logos on show pages. The theatre has an infra-red hearing system in the auditorium. A limited number of headsets are available from the cloakroom. Hearing dogs and guide dogs are welcome in the theatre. Please inform the Box Office at the time of booking. The theatre has a step-free ground floor level from the entrance though to the Box Office, the Waterside Café and the Stalls Row R with a lift to the Circle 1, Circle 2 and the Second Space levels. There are eight wheelchair positions with companion seats, six in the Stalls and two in Circle 1 and wheelchair positions are available in the Second Space for events / shows taking place there.

For an audio CD of this brochure. Please contact marketingawt@ theambassadors.com or call 0844 871 7677.

Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge.

For other information and advance booking please call the Customer Contact Centre on 0844 871 7677 Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge.

or visit the Box Office based in the theatre.

BOOKING FEES Bookings may be subject to a per-ticket fee and transaction charge. For most

BOOK YOUR PROGRAMMES AND ICE CREAMS IN ADVANCE WHEN BUYING YOUR TICKETS!

shows ATG Theatre Card members, Group bookings and sales in person at the Box Office are fee-free. Some shows will incur a 1% per ticket fee on all card transactions in person at the Box Office.

Please check before booking. This can be avoided by paying cash or with vouchers.

VENUE IMPROVEMENTS Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold contributes towards venue improvements and this amount is included in the ticket price. Please check with Box Office for further information.

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 shows and sets we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times and we reserve the right to provide alternative seats to those specified on the ticket.

ATG THEATRE CARD MEMBERSHIP 0844 871 7633 Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge.

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. of 4 tickets per card. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

GENERAL ENQUIRIES 01296 745100 marketingawt@theambassadors.com You cannot book tickets via these contacts.

CONCESSIONS & DISCOUNTS

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Schools Early booking offer Family offers Groups

Discounts for under 16s, full time students, registered unemployed, senior citizens, AVDC passport to Leisure holders and family groups are available on selected performances. Concessions may be restricted to certain price levels

and performances and can be withdrawn by management without notice. Children under 5 will not be admitted except for family shows. All discounts are subject to availability and at the discretion of the duty manager. Only one discount is available per ticket and proof of status is required. Please call the Customer Contact Centre on 0844 871 7607 Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge , or visit the Box

Office based in the theatre for more details. Groups rates are available for parties of 10 people or more, and on selected drama shows groups rates apply for 8 people or more. Different rates apply to some shows. Call the Groups Hotline for details. Special rates are also available for mid-week matinees and for schools for selected performances. For full details of the

range of prices on offer call the Groups Hotline on 0844 871 7614

seats are available to hire for £6 from our cloakroom including a returnable deposit of £5.

Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone company’s access charge.

DATA PROTECTION Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is managed by the Ambassador Theatre Group. We would like to add or retain your details on our lists to keep you informed about future events, special offers and other developments. We also look to secure information and special offers for customers from other organisations. You will be asked whether you want to receive any of this information next time you book.

GENERAL INFO For seated performances there are Stalls and Circle 1 & Circle 2 bars. There is quick and easy access to the Circle 1 bar from Circle 2 seats. For flat floor perfs there is a bar inside the main auditorium in addition to the foyer Stalls bar. There is a bar as part of the Second Space function suite. The information and prices in this brochure are correct at time of going to press. Aylesbury Waterside Theatre reserves the right to change or vary the advertised programme, facilities or discounts if necessary. We do not take responsibility for the content, quality or pricing of community hire performances. Booster

If you don’t want to receive info from us and/or third parties or have any queries contact the Marketing Department on 01296 745100.

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Aylesbury Waterside Theatre Exchange Street Aylesbury HP20 1UG AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) is the world’s number one live-theatre company with a total of 39 venues in Britain and on Broadway and an internationally recognised award-winning theatre producer. ATG is the market leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets, LOVETheatre and Group Line.

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, the largest theatre on Broadway. ATG’s regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking

encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador Cinemas; Aylesbury Waterside Theatre; New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham; Theatre Royal Brighton; Bristol Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone; King’s Theatre and Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre and Convention Centre; Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and New Wimbledon Studio and Grand Opera House, York. Current and

recent ATG co-productions include The Ruling Class, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, East is East, Richard III, Arcadia, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Jersey Boys, Rock of Ages, Macbeth, The Hothouse, The Pride, Passion Play, Posh, Jumpy and Constellations (Royal Court at the Duke of York’s), 9 To 5 The Musical, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Legally Blonde The Musical, Monty 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, Being Shakespeare, The Misanthrope, West Side Story, Elling and Guys and Dolls.

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