Aylesbury Waterside - Spring 2017

WINTER SPRING

2016/17

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WELCOME

29 NOV — 3 DEC

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SEASON HIGHLIGHTS NOVEMBER

‘A TRULY NERVESHREDDING EXPERIENCE’

SUSAN HILL’S

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‘GUARANTEED TO CHILL THE BLOOD’

ADAPTED BY

STEPHEN MALLATRATT

JOSH WIDDICOMBE

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THAT’LL BE THE DAY

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THE WOMAN IN BLACK

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EVENING STANDARD

DECEMBER

‘A MASTERPIECE’ THE GUARDIAN

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JANUARY

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A CURVE AND ROSE THEATRE KINGSTON PRODUCTION

Running Time 2hrs ADAPTOR DAVID WOOD DIRECTOR MAX WEBSTER

BOWIE EXPERIENCE

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GASLIGHT

FEBRUARY

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THE TWITS

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‘THE MOST BRILLIANTLY EFFECTIVE SPINE-CHILLER YOU WILL EVER ENCOUNTER’ DAILY TELEGRAPH Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping production, directed

by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.

THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME

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THE ILLEGAL EAGLES

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DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS

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MARCH

A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

Now celebrating its 27th year in the West End, over 7 million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most chilling and successful theatre events ever staged.

BUDDY

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THE 80’S INVASION TOUR

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THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE

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MICHELLE COLLINS AS THE GENIE OF THE RING

LA VOIX

AS WIDOW TWANKEY

ANDY COLLINS AS WISHEE WASHEE

JASMIN WALIA

AS PRINCESS JASMINE

NICHOLAS POUND AS ABANAZAR

With Genies by the lamp-load, an all-star cast, bellybusting comedy, chart-topping songs, Pantoland’s biggest, boo-able baddie, bags of fun and audience participation, not to mention, maybe, just maybe, a real flying carpet – this is the pantomime dreams are made of and a must-see Christmas tradition!

Want a sparkling family pantomime to remember… your wish is our command!

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16 — 21 JAN

Creative Team Director Anthony Banks Set & Costume Design David Woodhead Lighting Design Howard Hudson Composition and Sound Design Ben and Max Ringham

‘A SUPERBLY GRIPPING PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER’ DAILY TELEGRAPH One of the greatest thrillers of all time hits the UK stage starring the highly-acclaimed stage and television actress Kara Tointon.

While Jack Manningham (Rupert Young) is on the town each evening his wife Bella (Kara Tointon) is home alone.

She can’t explain the disappearance of familiar objects, the mysterious footsteps overhead or the ghostly flickering of living room gaslight – is she losing her mind? Does the terror exist in her imagination or are dark secrets living in her home? The surprise arrival of a retired detective (Keith Allen) leads to a shocking discovery that will shake her respectable Victorian marriage to its core.

In the tradition of heavyweight thrillers from Hitchcock, Christie and Priestley, Gaslight is a genre-defining, sensationally suspenseful, all-round elegant masterpiece.

This new production of Gaslight is the definitive seatgripping drama not to be missed. A tense and hugely satisfying evening of great British theatre.

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24 — 28 JAN A CURVE AND ROSE THEATRE KINGSTON PRODUCTION

THE PERFECT TREAT FOR ALL THE FAMILY

Jo Mousley as Mrs Twit

Robert Pickavance as Mr Twit

MR TWIT WAS A TWIT. HE WAS BORN A TWIT. AND NOW, AT THE AGE OF SIXTY, HE WAS A BIGGER TWIT THAN EVER. Mr Twit has a very hairy face. His beard is spiky and smelly.

It also contains cornflakes, sardines and even some stilton.

Mrs Twit is equally as foul and she hates Mr Twit just as much as Mr Twit hates her.

The Twits really are the most spiteful and revolting couple you could ever hope to meet. They spend their days playing wicked tricks on each other and mistreating Muggle-Wump monkeys. They also have a particularly sticky trick to catch Roly-Poly birds for their bird pies. But not for much longer, because the monkeys have a cunning plan to teach those terrible twits a lesson.

Directed by Max Webster (The Lorax at The Old Vic), this mischievous new show promises to be just as disgusting and repulsive as earth worms disguised as spaghetti – the perfect treat for all the family.

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DIRECTOR

MAX WEBSTER

Recommended for ages 6+ ©Artwork copyright Quentin Blake. Used by arrangement with A P Watt at United Agents.

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Running Time 2hrs

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2 — 4 FEB

‘SAINT PETERSBURG CLASSIC BALLET IS THE REAL RUSSIAN DEAL. NATALIA ROMANOVA IS ENTRANCING... HER DANCING APPEARS EFFORTLESS AND HER POISE IS PERFECT’

7 — 11 FEB

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BASED ON THE BEST-SELLING NOVEL BY

MARK HADDON

‘ASTONISHING AND UNMISSABLE.’

’THE OVERWHELMING EMPHASIS HERE IS ON THE PERFECTION OF TECHNIQUE, WHICH IS REFLECTED IN THE QUALITY AND ARTISTRY OF THE PRINCIPAL DANCERS AND MIRRORED

BY THE CORPS DE BALLET… A TREAT’

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EVENING STANDARD

Saint Petersburg Classic Ballet returns to Aylesbury after a triumphant debut with a magical production of one of the best-loved Russian ballets, Swan Lake. This youthful company combines classical training and superb artistry with dazzling choreography, delightful costumes and stunning sets, to present a truly mesmerising performance, complemented by the thrill of a live orchestra.

Swan Lake is Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece, a tragic tale of love and betrayal accompanied by a glorious and instantly recognisable score. This is the epic story of Prince Siegfried and his love for Odette who, tricked by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart and his daughter Odile, would rather die together than live apart.

Principal dancers are subject to change.

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Running Time 2 hrs 40 mins

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‘ROMANOVA IS BREATH-TAKING. HER DANCING IS FLUID, MESMERISING AND TECHNICALLY ASTOUNDING’

‘A BEAUTIFUL, DAZZLINGLY INVENTIVE SHOW ABOUT THE WONDERS OF LIFE.’

HHHHH ‘MAGICAL AND MOVING.’ DAILY MAIL

The National Theatre’s internationally acclaimed production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time returns to Aylesbury in 2017.

Winner of seven Olivier Awards and five Tony Awards® including ‘Best Play’, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time brings Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel to thrilling life on stage, adapted by two-time Olivier Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens and directed by Olivier and Tony Award®-winning director Marianne Elliott.

Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When he falls under the suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world.

AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE Fri 10 Feb 7.30pm preceded by FREE TOUCH TOUR 5.30pm Running Time 2hrs 30mins

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20 — 25 FEB

3 MAR

CELEBRATING THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MULTI-MILLION SELLING CDS

‘WORTH GOING A LONG WAY TO HEAR’ MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS

‘ONE OF VERDI’S GREATEST OPERAS WAS MEMORABLY BROUGHT TO LIFE IN AN EVENING OF SUPERB ORCHESTRAL AND CHORAL MUSIC’

‘THE ULTIMATE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PARTY’ CBS NEWS

INCLUDING THE SMASH HITS Let’s Dance, To Know

THE ARGUS

Him Is To Love Him, Shaking All Over, Bobby’s Girl, Little Town Flirt, Only Sixteen, Runaround Sue, Happy Birthday Sweet 16, Let It Be Me, Great Pretender, C’mon Everybody, Let’s Twist Again and many more.

‘A TERRIFIC PRODUCTION OF VERDI’S EPIC TALE’ LIVERPOOL DAILY POST

Sung in Italian with English surtitles *

Cast subject to change

MON – SAT 7.30PM (THU & SAT MATS 2.30PM) Photos include previous cast

‘A GREAT ROCKIN’ EVENING’ DAILY EXPRESS

Inspired by the smash-hit multi-million selling albums Dreamboats and Petticoats One, Two, Three, Four and Five, the West End sell-out sensation Dreamboats and Petticoats The Musical features some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era.

The dazzling success of the first five albums in the Dreamboats and Petticoats series sent the message loud and clear. With over 2 million copies sold and several weeks at the Number One spot in the compilation charts, the Great British public were saying that they didn’t just want to listen to pure nostalgia: they’d love to see it as well.

In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition – and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock ‘n’ roll fame beckons. Dreamboats and Petticoats – the songs will live forever! | 12 |

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Running Time 2hrs 20mins

OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL PROUDLY PRESENTS AN ELLEN KENT PRODUCTION WITH INTERNATIONAL SOLOISTS, HIGHLY-PRAISED CHORUS AND FULL ORCHESTRA Verdi Nabucco – with the famous chorus of the Hebrew Slaves

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Starring Olga Perrier*, the international French Soprano, as Abigail and the celebrated mezzo Liza Kadelnik* from the Romanian National Opera as Fenena.

Ellen Kent returns with a new production of the very first opera she ever produced.

Verdi’s haunting and melodic chorus of the Hebrew slaves, Va Pensiero, follows the plight of the Hebrews as they are forced from their homeland into exile by the Babylonian King Nabucco. This powerful tale is laced with revenge, destruction and jealousy.

A spectacular traditionally-staged production featuring magnificent sets and costumes with amazing lighting and stage effects which includes the burning down of Soloman’s temple. Nabucco promises to be an evening to remember.

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Running Time 2hrs 47mins

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7 — 11 MAR

24 — 25 MAR

‘THE AUDIENCE GO ABSOLUTELY CRAZY. IT’S THE SHOW YOU’LL NEVER FORGET’

‘THE MAGIC WORKED, ENGLISH YOUTH BALLET NOTCHED UP ANOTHER SUCCESS’

‘JOYOUS! I LOVE THIS SHOW’

‘A TRULY SPELL-BINDING SHOW, AUDIENCE MEMBERS WERE LEFT ENTHRALLED’

CROYDON GUARDIAN

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THE SENTINEL STOKE-ON-TRENT

‘THIS SHOW IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST. IF YOU HAVEN’T SEEN THE BRILLIANT MUSICAL BUDDY YET, BUY YOUR TICKET NOW!’

‘A GLORIOUS PERFORMANCE WITH REAL SPARKLE, CHARM WAS APPARENT THROUGHOUT’

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THE WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL ROCK & ROLL MUSICAL This sensational multi award-winning West End show returns to Aylesbury.

Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a cast of phenomenally talented actors and musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his meteoric rise to fame, to his final legendary performance at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa.

Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and many, many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb and will have you up and dancing in the aisles!

‘FAIL SAFE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT’

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Running Time 2hrs 40mins

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Nutcracker Suite: The Nutcracker Prince escorts Clara to the Kingdom of Sweets where she meets the Sugar Plum Fairy. A divertissements of spectacular dances, each representing a sweet is given in her honour.

The spectacular grand Sugar Plum pas de deux with the Prince brings the finale to a glorious close.

Ballet Etudes: Ballet Etudes is a one act homage to classical ballet training.

It begins with ballet exercises at the barre and ends with spectacular bravura displays. English Youth Ballet professional principals give virtuoso performances accompanied by the orchestration of the beautiful arrangements of Carl Czerny’s piano studies.

The English Youth Ballet is an exciting and progressive company made up of eight professional principal artists with up to 100 young dancers from the regions of the UK. It gives aspiring ballet students an opportunity to perform and showcase their talents on a major stage in classical ballet production.

Well established and in their 19th year the concept has proved so successful that the Company have been honoured for their outstanding work.

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BROADWAY’S AWARD WINNING MUSICAL COMEDY

27 MAR — 1 APR

‘A THOROUGHLY FEEL-GOOD JOYOUS ROMP...

PERFECT FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT’ THE EXAMINER

‘TAPPING FEET, GLITZY COSTUMES AND HAPPY-EVER-AFTERS’ VARIETY

Joanne Clifton as Millie Dillmount

BROADWAY’S SMASH HIT COMES TO THE UK STARRING STRICTLY COME DANCING’S JOANNE CLIFTON AS MILLIE The winner of six Tony Awards® including Best Musical, Thoroughly Modern Millie is based on the Academy Award winning film starring Julie Andrews, taking you back to the height of the Jazz Age in New York City, when ‘moderns’ including a flapper named Millie Dillmount were bobbing their hair, raising their hemlines and rewriting the rules of love.

The show delivers a brilliant evening of madcap merriment and stars Strictly Come Dancing’s Joanne Clifton as the adorable Millie. This hilarious musical comedy features spectacular dance routines and great songs, so beat the drum – here comes Thoroughly Modern Millie – grab your ticket now!

‘A BRILLIANT MUSICAL WITH A CHARM AND ELEGANCE THAT WILL LEAVE YOU FLOATING ON AIR’ USA PRESS

‘THE PERFECT COMBINATION OF LAUGHS, LOVE AND TAP DANCE, A MUST SEE’ USA POST

‘A FUN, FLIRTY, FABULOUS EVENING OF SHEER THEATRICAL MAGIC’ USA POST

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WINNER OF SIX TONY AWARDS®

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Running Time 2hrs 30mins

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THE OSCAR-WINNING LOVE STORY LIVE ON STAGE IN A BRAND NEW MUSICAL PRODUCTION

BILL KENWRIGHT presents A NEW PRODUCTION... UNCHAINED AND REIMAGINED...

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BASED ON THE PARAMOUNT PICTURES FILM WRITTEN BY BRUCE JOEL RUBIN

‘CAPTURES THE BEATING HEART OF THE NOVEL. AND THEN SOME.’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

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‘BREATHTAKING... THE SENSE OF INVENTION, OF INGENUITY IS STUNNING’

‘AFLAME WITH PASSION. A PICTURE OF EXULTANT FEMINISM.’

NORTHERN ECHO

THE OBSERVER

‘CATCH THIS SHOW WHILE YOU CAN’

‘ORIGINAL, ENGAGING AND UNEXPECTEDLY FUNNY. FULL OF INTELLIGENT DETAIL.’

THE MERCURY

‘A ROARING SUCCESS. THE HOUSE WAS BROUGHT DOWN WITH THUNDEROUS APPLAUSE’

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THE GAZETTE

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OH MY LOVE, MY DARLING...

I’VE HUNGERED FOR YOUR TOUCH Walking back to their apartment late one night a tragic encounter sees Sam murdered and his beloved wife Molly alone, in despair and utterly lost. But with the help of a phony storefront psychic Sam, trapped between this world and the next, tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving her from grave danger…

The movie Ghost has proven to be one of cinema’s biggest all-time hits.

Starring the late Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore and Whoopi Goldberg it was the highest grossing film of 1990 and won an Oscar for screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin who has adapted his screenplay for this musical.

The movie and the musical feature The Righteous Brothers’ Unchained Melody alongside many more terrific songs co-written by Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart.

Don’t miss this spectacular new production of this wonderful musical.

Book now!

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Running Time 2hrs 30mins

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‘THEATRE AT ITS MOST IMAGINATIVE.’ DAILY MAIL

Following a critically acclaimed season at the National Theatre, Jane Eyre will be coming to Aylesbury in April. This innovative re-imagining of Charlotte Brontë’s masterpiece is a collaboration between the National Theatre and Bristol Old Vic and is directed by Sally Cookson.

The classic story of the trailblazing Jane is as inspiring as ever. This bold and dynamic production uncovers one woman’s fight for freedom and fulfilment on her own terms. Jane Eyre’s spirited heroine faces life’s obstacles head-on, surviving poverty, injustice and the discovery of bitter betrayal before taking the ultimate decision to follow her heart.

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Running Time 3hrs 15mins

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17 — 21 MAY

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NORTHERN BALLET

WINNER OF THE SOUTH BANK SKY ARTS DANCE AWARD 2016

‘THE KIDS LOVED THIS SHOW. EVERY COMIC OPPORTUNITY IS GRASPED’

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‘A CRACKER OF A SHOW. TOTALLY GRANTASTIC!’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

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UNDER 16S TICKETS

£16.50 per ticket in selected areas on certain perfs.

FAMILY RATE TICKETS

It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing – staying with Granny! There will be cabbage soup, cabbage pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows one thing for sure – it’s going to be sooooooooo boring! But what Ben doesn’t know is that Granny has a secret and Friday nights are about to get more exciting than he could ever imagine, as he embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with his very own Gangsta Granny!

The acclaimed producers of Horrible Histories are back with the world premiere of this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK’s best-selling author for children.

£60 for 4 tickets in selected areas on certain perfs (Max 2 adults).

Running Time 2hrs 10mins RELAXED PERFORMANCE Sat 20 May 10.30am

THEATRECARD £5 OFF ATGTICKETS.COM/TheatreCard *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.

Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2011. Cover lettering of author’s name ©Quentin Blake, 2010.

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‘THE BEST DANCE ACTORS IN THE WORLD’ DANCE EUROPE

Divided by a barbed wire fence, Bruno doesn’t understand anything about where Shmuel lives, or who he is. To him, he’s just a new friend – a boy wearing a pair of striped pyjamas.

As this unlikely friendship blossoms against the backdrop of the unthinkable events of World War II, Bruno’s childlike curiosity leads this poignant story to a devastating conclusion.

The UK’s foremost narrative ballet company, Northern Ballet, present this heartbreaking story through dance for the very first time.

Based upon The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne by special arrangement with Miramax.

FRI & SAT 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £10.50 £12.40 online/phone

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CREATIVE LEARNING CREATIVE LEARNING

ONE NIGHT SHOWS FAMILY THEATRE CLUB

5 NOV – 17 DEC, 7 JAN – 11 FEB EVERY SATURDAY TERM TIME ONLY FREE 2 – 6 years with parents and guardians. 10.15am – 11.15am FREE 7 – 12 years with parents and guardians. 11.30am – 12.30pm

Places must be booked. Please book one space per person attending.

NEW THEATRE CLUBS

Designed to provide the opportunity to explore the many aspects of theatre for all ages. Running weekly during term time. Must be booked termly.

STAGE LEFT – TUE EVES, 8 NOV – 13 DEC, 10 JAN – 7 FEB 5pm – 6pm. 5 – 10 years. £8pp per session.

STAGE RIGHT – TUE EVES, 8 NOV – 13 DEC, 10 JAN – 7 FEB 6.15pm – 7.15pm. 11 – 17 years. £8pp per session.

CENTRE STAGE – WED EVES, 9 NOV – 14 DEC, 11 JAN – 8 FEB 7pm – 8.30pm. Adults 18+. £10pp per session.

WORKSHOPS

ALADDIN WORKSHOP 9 – 31 DEC 1hr show-related workshops available. Can be tailored to all key stages and abilities. Uniformed Groups badge-related workshops also available.

Times and dates to suit. £3pp.

CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME: INSIGHT SESSION – TUE 7 – THU 9 FEB An hour-long interactive insight into different aspects of the current production led by the National Theatre Resident Director Kim Pearce.

1 hr, times to suit. £180 for up to 90 students. KS3 – KS5. curiousonstage.com/learning JANE EYRE – DEVISING WORKSHOP – MON 24 – THU 27 APR Led by a member of the National Theatre’s creative team.

1 hr, times to suit. £180 for up to 25 students. KS4 – KS5. nationaltheatre.org.uk/backstage/janeeyre GANGSTA GRANNY 17 – 21 MAY / THU 18 & FRI 19 9am – 10am / 1pm – 2pm. £150 for up to 35 students. KS1 – KS2.

Explore the story of Gangsta Granny through physical theatre, character building, improvisation and drama in this imaginative workshop.

Get involved in our year-round programme of workshops and events for schools, colleges, community groups and people of all ages.

For further information or to book for a Creative Learning workshop, please email Rebecca Godden at Aylesburylearning@theambassadors.com, Theatre Clubs can also be booked online at atgtickets.com/aylesbury or you can call the Box Office on 0844 871 7607* *Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge

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The National Theatre’s Learning programme on tour is generously supported by The Dorset Foundation.

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SEAN LOCK

KEEP IT LIGHT Every three years the comedian Sean Lock writes and tours a new standup show. Well he’s only gone and done it again! What’s he like? Come and see what he’s blithering on about this time.

‘HE JUST LETS THE BRILLIANCE OF HIS MATERIAL DOMINATE THE ROOM’ – The Guardian.

MON 14 NOV 8PM TICKETS FROM £24.25* | £27.15 ONLINE/PHONE

MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS HOW SWEET IT IS

This stunning 100% live show combines first-class music together with slick choreography, and an amazing band. Truly outstanding, the best Motown experience you’ll ever have! You’ll be Dancing On The Ceiling, with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson Five and many more.

TUE 15 NOV 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £20* | £22.90 ONLINE/PHONE

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STEVE BACKSHALL’S WILD WORLD

Wildlife TV presenter, adventurer, naturalist and children’s author, Steve Backshall, takes us on a tour of the real-life expeditions that have inspired his books. It’s a wild journey, illustrated with photos and films.

This talk is suitable for wildlife enthusiasts of all ages from eight to eighty.

Includes a Q&A session.

WED 16 NOV 6.30PM TICKETS FROM £20.75 | £23.65 ONLINE/PHONE C G

JOSH WIDDICOMBE WHAT DO I DO NOW...

Josh Widdicombe, that guy from the TV comedy shows with the curly hair, is back on the road. Since he’s been away from stand up Josh found a lot of minor things to get annoyed about, and now he has a chance to talk about them on stage (in the form of jokes).

Age advisory 14+.

TUE 22 NOV 8PM TICKETS FROM £19.25* | £22.15 ONLINE/PHONE

THAT’LL BE THE DAY CHRISTMAS SHOW

Topped with lashings of Christmas spirit, get ready to party as That’ll Be The Day returns with its Brand New 2016 Christmas Show! The UK’s most popular Rock ‘N’ Roll variety show celebrates the festive season with all your favourite Christmas classics from the 50s, 60s & 70s, plus plenty of hilarious comedy!

THU 24 NOV 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £23.50* | £26.40 ONLINE/PHONE C G TC *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge. Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 plus a bkg fee. Special Events carry a 1% per ticket booking charge when booking by credit or debit card in person.

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ONE NIGHT SHOWS

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SUPERSLAM WRESTLING

Superslam Wrestling returns with a huge 2017 explosion of top talent from all Worldwide Wrestling Federations competing in a truly international Royal Rumble over the top rope action. Features home-grown favourites such as London’s James Mason, Dynamic Deano and Yes Man. Post-show meet and greet available on the night – just £5 per child. (not included in ticket price).

FRI 6 JAN 6PM TICKETS FROM £15.25* | £18.15 ONLINE/PHONE

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RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC The world’s ultimate homage to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the stage for their landmark Hits to Blues World Tour. Encompassing nearly five decades of legendary music and channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most-loved bands of all time.

BOWIE EXPERIENCE

Come celebrate Bowie’s 70th Birthday with this spectacular concert featuring all of Bowie’s hits – celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon. An unforgettable journey of sound and vision. Through Bowie’s golden years from Space Oddity through to Let’s Dance. The world’s number one celebration of David Bowie is a must-see for all Bowie fans and those Absolute Beginners out there.

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HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL

RARE productions are back with their youth production of Disney Channel’s smash hit movie musical! A story of high school life, love and basketball, the movie won millions of viewers and the stage version looks to follow in its footsteps. Featuring songs from the movie soundtrack plus two new members and a High School Musical MegaMix! Tickets from £10, £11.90 online/phone.

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ANTON & ERIN SWING TIME

Join the nation’s favourite ballroom couple Anton du Beke and Erin Boag when they return with an exciting new show for 2017!

With dazzling choreography, sparkling costumes and a sensational show band. Featuring star vocalist Lance Ellington, six world class ensemble dancers plus the full 25-piece London Concert Orchestra.

SUN 29 JAN 3PM TICKETS FROM £30 | £33.90 ONLINE/PHONE

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AN EVENING WITH AGGERS & TUFFERS

This is a fascinating, entertaining, no-holds-barred evening for cricket fans and non-lovers of the game alike. Ever since the 2013 home Ashes series, Evenings With Aggers has been delighting audiences all over the country.

Now, Phil Tufnell, the bad boy of English cricket in the 1990s, has teamed up with his TMS colleague and their onstage partnership is a sure-fire hit.

WED 1 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £26.25 | VIP MEET & GREET AVAILABLE

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Stand By Me is the phenomenal musical history of one of the biggest selling bands of all-time. The icons, challenges, controversy and conflicts, told through anecdotes of former members on screen, sit alongside the vast succession of more than 50 hits over the last six decades, including Under The Boardwalk, Up On The Roof and many more.

SUN 12 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £27.25* | £30.15 ONLINE/PHONE

SAT 7 JAN 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £24.75* | £27.65 ONLINE/PHONE

THU 12 – SAT 14 JAN 7.30PM & SAT MAT 2.30PM

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STAND BY ME

HITS TO BLUES

SUN 8 JAN 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £27.50

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THE ILLEGAL EAGLES

Often acclaimed as the World’s Official No. One Eagles tribute, The Illegal Eagles return to the stage in 2017 for a special 20th anniversary tour.

Performing all of the classic Eagles hits including hits Hotel California, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Take It To The Limit, Life In The Fast Lane and many more!

SAT 18 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £23.50* | £26.40 ONLINE/PHONE C G TC

ROUND THE HORNE

THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR From 1965 to 1968, with its infamous movie spoofs and hilarious characters, Round The Horne was one of the biggest radio comedy shows of all time, and still endures 50 years on. Take a step back in time and experience this comedy classic live. ‘I LAUGHED SO MUCH… I WAS IN DANGER OF BEING LED OUT OF THE THEATRE’ – Linda Kirkman, Scene One. MON 27 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £16 | £18.90 ONLINE/PHONE C G G TC

AN EVENING WITH LEVISON WOOD

Levison Wood shares tales from his life as a modern-day explorer, including behind-the-scenes moments from Walking The Nile, The Himalayas and recently Central America, including being chased by hippos, shot at by gunmen, falling off a mountain and being arrested more times than he can remember.

TUE 28 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £23.75* | £26.65 ONLINE/PHONE *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge. Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 plus a bkg fee. Special Events carry a 1% per ticket booking charge when booking by credit or debit card in person.

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ONE NIGHT SHOWS

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MACCA

Starring West End leading man Emanuele Angeletti (Let It Be) as Paul McCartney, Macca – The Concert celebrates McCartney’s entire solo career including all his best-loved hits, the acclaimed Wings Over The World Concert Tour and a selection of Beatles favourites.

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One Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing Honky Tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the atmosphere of an evening in the home of Country Music. Prepare to be transported on a musical journey through the decades; from Johnny Cash to Garth Brooks, Dolly to The Dixie Chicks, Willie Nelson to Ward Thomas – a night not to be missed.

THU 16 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £26.50

SOMEONE LIKE YOU

BRENDAN COLE – ALL NIGHT LONG

Someone Like You is an immaculate celebration of one of our generation’s finest singer-songwriters. The show faithfully recreates the magic of recordbreaking albums 19, 21 and 25 – including Chasing Pavements, Make You Feel My Love, Set Fire To The Rain, Someone Like You, Hello, Rolling In The Deep and the multi-million seller Skyfall. ‘BRILLIANT’ – Adele.

‘LAVISH COSTUME CHANGES AND SUPERB CHOREOGRAPHY PERFORMED WITH PANACHE’ – Catherine Françoise, Onstage.

THE ADELE SONGBOOK

WED 1 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £22.50

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MR BLOOM’S NURSERY

Bring your ‘tiddlers’ along to join Mr Bloom (Ben Faulks) and the Veggies on their first ever live tour! They’re busily getting the allotment ready for a very special visit from a member of the Royal family. So why don’t you, pop along and say ‘ello’ too for a right-Royal knees up.

SAT 4 MAR 11AM & 2PM TICKETS FROM £17

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WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE’S LONG LOST FIRST PLAY (ABRIDGED)

Reduced Shakespeare Company are back with a hilarious celebration of our cultural heritage – the bad boys of abridgement present this ‘new’ play by the man himself, as discovered in a Leicester car park! The show is mercifully abridged by the RSC from its full hundred hour running time to a more palatable ninety minutes.

MON 13 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £22

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THE 80’S INVASION TOUR

The 80’s Invasion Tour is back in 2017 with four iconic artists; Paul Young – one of the most popular solo artists from the era, legendary pop punk princess Toyah, Liverpool’s finest guitar duo China Crisis and the gorgeous Martika! Featuring hits such as Come Back And Stay, Toy Soldiers, Wishful Thinking and It’s A Mystery.

WED 15 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £35.75* | £38.65 ONLINE/PHONE

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ONE NIGHT IN NASHVILLE

THE CONCERT CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF PAUL MCCARTNEY

THU 2 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £23

ONE NIGHT SHOWS

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Brendan hosts another spectacular production – All Night Long – featuring his scintillating guest dancers, a sparkling new leading lady and his sizzling 14-piece band and singers live on stage. Stunning lighting, amazing special effects and thrilling choreography. Don’t miss it!

FRI 17 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £27* | £30.90 ONLINE/PHONE C G TC

THE ELO EXPERIENCE BACK INTO THE BLUE TOUR

The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra. With a sensational string section, a stunning light show and large screen projection, why not come along and enjoy this incredible show featuring new material, as well as classics from the Out Of The Blue album.

SAT 18 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £25

THE MATT MONRO STORY

Celebrating the life and music of the legendary Matt Monro. The Matt Monro Story is an inspired and unforgettable evening of music, warmth and love. From Born Free to Walk Away to Portrait Of My Love be prepared to be transported in time by this tribute to one of Britain’s most popular singers. The show is enhanced by audio-visual and narration.

TUE 21 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £22.25* | £25.15 ONLINE/PHONE

HALFWAY TO PARADISE

THE BILLY FURY STORY Billy and his own original Furys’ Tornados play together once again during this electric and emotional 20th Anniversary Tour. 29 hits – Last Night Was Made For Love, Wondrous Place, 1,000 Stars, Halfway To Paradise, Jealousy and more… With the sensational Colin Gold as Fury.

‘A GREAT 60’S NIGHT OUT!’ – The Stage, WED 22 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £24.50 *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge. Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 plus a bkg fee. One Night Shows carry a 1% per ticket booking charge when booking by credit or debit card in person.

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LEE NELSON – SERIOUS JOKER

After getting into trouble for sneaking into places he shouldn’t be, Lee Nelson is back where he most definitely should be: live on stage with his brand-new, laugh-out-loud, best-ever stand-up show.

‘COMEDY LEGEND’ – The Sun. ‘COMEDY GENIUS’ – The Mirror.

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A VISION OF ELVIS

Back with a brand new show, A Vision of Elvis leaves audiences All Shook Up, with an uplifting and authentic Elvis experience. The show takes you on a journey from Elvis’ Movie Years through to his ‘68 Comeback, building to a climatic Concert Years’ finale. Book before 31 Dec and get £5 off each ticket.

FRI 14 APR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £26.50 E B

SUN 26 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £21.25* | £24.15 ONLINE/PHONE

PSYCHIC SALLY

YOU WIN AGAIN

The nation’s favourite psychic, Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her brand-new and most jaw-dropping show yet – Call Me Psychic.

Celebrating her ninth year on the road, this is a fantastic and unique evening out not to be missed. The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.

Following its West End debut, this spectacular production tells the incredible story of The Bee Gees in an all-new musical experience. Take a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, More Than A Woman, You Should Be Dancing, Jive Talkin’ and many more!

CALL ME PSYCHIC

THE STORY OF THE BEE GEES IN WORDS AND MUSIC

SAT 15 APR 8PM TICKETS FROM £24.75* | £27.65 ONLINE/PHONE

THU 6 APR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £27.50

CHAS & DAVE ON THE ROAD

Chas & Dave have been writing and performing songs together since 1972 and, due to public demand, they are about to be seen together on stage once more. Famous for songs such as Gertcha, Margate and Rabbit, they are now celebrating their 50th Anniversary by recording their first original album in 27 years.

FRI 7 APR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £32.75* | £35.65 ONLINE/PHONE

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AN EVENING WITH PAM AYRES

Pam Ayres has been making the nation laugh for over 40 years. Her hairtrigger timing, her eye for the detail of everyday life, and for the absurdity therein, makes for an art that hides art. Recent radio broadcasts include five of her own series of Ayres On The Air for Radio 4.

SUN 9 APR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £25* | £27.90 ONLINE/PHONE

OMID DJALILI SCHMUCK FOR A NIGHT

Award-winning comedian and actor Omid Djalili known for his legendary stand-up performances, is back on a nationwide tour! Intelligent, sometimes provocative and always entertaining, his stand-up is a hugely energetic and captivating comedy masterclass. His credits range from Hollywood to television and the West End stage.

THU 13 APR 8PM TICKETS FROM £25.25* | £28.15 ONLINE/PHONE

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JUSTIN’S PARTY

Justin’s Party is a brand new show which is packed full of fantastic songs, dances and hilarious games guaranteed to make it THE party of the year!

There will be lots of exciting surprises along the way and you’ll get to meet Justin’s adorable new puppy Engelbert!

SUN 30 APR 11AM & 2PM TICKETS FROM £16.25 | £18.15 ONLINE/PHONE C TC

JIMMY CARR

THE BEST OF, ULTIMATE, GOLD, GREATEST HITS TOUR Jimmy is gathering a selection of his very best jokes along with brand new material for the ultimate comedy show. A man who has devoted his life to crafting perfect jokes, Jimmy’s new tour will distil everything we love to laugh at and be shocked by, into one incredible, unparalleled night of entertainment.

TUE 9 MAY 8PM TICKETS FROM £28.75* | £31.65 ONLINE/PHONE

MERCURY

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.

THU 11 MAY 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £20.50* | £23.40 ONLINE/PHONE C G TC *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge. Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 plus a bkg fee. Special Events carry a 1% per ticket booking charge when booking by credit or debit card in person.

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THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS

Back with a brand new production for 2017 The Chicago Blues Brothers are back to finish the concert at the Palace Ballroom Hotel. This show is a powerhouse two-hour song-fest with over 40 hits performed live on stage in a high-octane, on-stage party you can’t afford to miss.

SAT 13 MAY 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £22.50* | £25.40 ONLINE/PHONE C G TC

❚ NO MAN’S LAND Live | Thu 15 Dec 7pm (15A) ❚ AMADEUS Live | Thu 2 Feb 7pm (12A) ❚ SAINT JOAN Live | Thu 16 Feb 7pm (12A) ❚ HEDDA GABLER Live | Thu 9 Mar 7pm (12A)

GOLDILOCKS & THE THREE BEARS

Bringing this classic children’s story to life, Northern Ballet’s Goldilocks & the Three Bears is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre for the first time. This child-friendly performance lasts approximately 40 minutes.

SAT 10 JUN 12.30PM & 2.30PM TICKETS £9 | £7 CHILDRENS TICKET

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CINEMA LIVE PRESENTS

❚ ANDRE RIEU – CHRISTMAS WITH ANDRE Live | Sat 19 Nov 5pm ❚ BERLINER PHILHARMONIKER NEW YEAR’S EVE CONCERT Live | Sat 31 Dec 4pm ❚ BERLINER PHILHARMONIKER JUNE CONCERT Live | Fri 9 Jun 6.30pm

SECOND SPACE

OYE SANTANA

Oye Santana combines awesome guitar, as passionate and exciting as Santana himself, with an infectious good-time feel – you’ll be singing, smiling and dancing along from the first chink of tambourine to the get-up-and-boogie finale.

‘A STUNNING PERFORMANCE’ – St Ives Times & Echo.

‘AN AMAZING SET’ – Reading Chronicle.

SAT 25 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £16.25 | £17.88 ONLINE/PHONE*

VIVA NEIL DIAMOND

Bob Drury returns to the Waterside Theatre with a brand new show for 2017 celebrating Neil Diamond’s amazing career and back catalogue of hits. The show is bursting with Neil Diamond gems including Sweet Caroline, Forever In Blue Jeans, Love on the Rocks, America, Hello Again, Play Me, Beautiful Noise, Song Sung Blue, I’m A Believer, Red Red Wine, and many, many more.

ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY SEASON

❚ THE TEMPEST Encore | Tue 7 Feb 7pm (12A) ROYAL OPERA HOUSE SEASON

❚ LES CONTES D’HOFFMAN Live | Tue 15 Nov 6.15pm ❚ THE NUTCRACKER Live | Thu 8 Dec 7.15pm ❚ THE SLEEPING BEAUTY Live | Tue 28 Feb 7pm ❚ MADAMA BUTTERFLY Live | Thu 30 Mar 7.15pm ❚ OTHELLO Live | Wed 28 Jun 7.15pm

TICKETS £15 | £16.50 ONLINE/PHONE *

AYLESBURY’S HOTTEST COMEDY CLUB! The hottest comedy club in town brings you the finest comedians from the UK’s prestigious comedy circuit!

LINE-UP TO BE ANNOUNCED FRI 9 DEC

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LINE-UP TO BE ANNOUNCED FRI 12 MAY

FRI 28 APR 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £15 | £16.50 ONLINE/PHONE*

HOW I GOT INTO MAGIC – STARRING SYLAR

Join Sylar for an evening of psychological magic and find the answers to questions people have when they meet a magician: “How did you get into magic?”, “Do you know the lottery numbers?” and the one everyone asks “Can you make my partner disappear?” (seriously guys, what’s with this question?).

THU 18 MAY & SAT 20 MAY 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £15 | £16.50 ONLINE/PHONE*

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

RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 16+ *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.

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THE AMBASSADOR EXPERIENCE

Much more than just a theatre, our multi-functional venue can accommodate conferences, meetings, Live Screenings and more intimate performances in the Second Space, alongside weddings, workshops and art exhibitions.

Make your visit to the theatre even more memorable with one of our Ambassador Experience special offers.

TO FIND OUT MORE CONTACT OUR EVENTS MANAGER ON 01296 745110 OR EMAIL AYLESBURYEVENTS@THEAMBASSADORS.COM

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BEST VALUE OFFER Save money on drinks and snacks at the bar by booking in advance.

PREMIUM UPGRADE Treat yourself with exclusive access to our luxury Ambassador Lounge.

FIND THE PACKAGE THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU STARTING FROM JUST £5 ATGTICKETS.COM/plan-your-visit

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ON FOOT Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a landmark building conveniently located on the edge of Aylesbury Town Centre, on the corner of Exchange St. and Walton St.

BY CAR  Parking is plentiful and within easy walking distance of the theatre including a multi-storey car park in Walton St.

❚ EQUAL ACCESS FOR ALL Access bookings 0844 871 7677 * (bkg fee)

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

(standard phone users).

For further info, please log on to www.textrelay.org

Please advise us in advance of any access requirements you or anyone in your party may have and the Box Office staff will be happy to help.

For events marked with the following icons, the relevant access performance is offered: Audio described performance Captioned performance Relaxed performance Signed performance Touch tour The theatre has an infra-red hearing system in the auditorium.

A limited number of headsets are available from the cloakroom.

Assistance 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 and the Stalls Row R with a lift to the Circle 1, Circle 2 and the Second Space levels. There are eight wheelchair positions

BY TRAIN  The Chiltern Rail service links Aylesbury with London Marylebone. The town’s station is a five minute walk from the Theatre. For bus timetables please telephone the Traveline on 08712 002 233.

For train timetables please contact Chiltern Railways on 08456 005 165 or visit www.chilternrailways.co.uk

BY BUS  Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is located within 200 metres of Aylesbury’s main bus station. 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. ATG operates an ATG Access Membership Scheme for our disabled customers. It is free to join and offers concessionary ticket rates and online booking. You can join either online, at the Box Office or via our call centre.

For further information please go to www.atgtickets.com/access, or call 0844 871 7677.

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

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

Audio Described (including a Touch Tour), Sign Language interpreted and Captioned perfs offered on selected shows. See logos on show pages. Touch Tours is a pre-show introduction, led by the audio describer, for blind and visually impaired people.

Relaxed performances are aimed at anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed performance environment including people with an Autistic Spectrum Condition, sensory or communication disorders, or a learning disability. .

Hearing Impaired an infrared system is provided in the auditorium and a headset is required to access the system.

Please see a member of staff who will be able to help you.

Aylesbury Waterside Theatre has street level access, a wheelchair lift in the foyer and lift access to the circle level.

For other information and advance booking please call the Customer Contact Centre on 0844 871 7677.

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

or visit the Box Office based in the theatre.

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

groupsales@theambassadors.com Mon 10am – 5.30pm Tue – Fri 9am – 5.30pm

❚ ONLINE

Log on to atgtickets.com/aylesbury 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 one 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

❚ CONCESSIONS & DISCOUNTS

Shows with these symbols have the following concessions available: Seniors / Children / Students / Reg. Unemployed

S

Schools

E

Early booking offer

F

Family offers

G

Groups

TC

Theatre card

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 up to 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.

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

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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.

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

❚ BY POST

C

❚ VENUE IMPROVEMENTS

❚ CONDITIONS OF SALE

Groups Hotline 0844 871 7614

Amersham A413

Bookings may be subject to a per-ticket fee and transaction charge. For most 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 with cash or with vouchers.

0844 871 7633*

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

❚ DATA PROTECTION

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

❚ THIRD PARTY COLLECTIONS

Third party collections must be authorised by the cardholder in writing or by phone.

This brochure is printed on responsibly sourced FSC® paper. Please continue to help the environment by recycling it.

The information in this brochure was correct at time of going to print. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices, concessions & fees. Prices are flexible rather than fixed. Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period. For current prices always visit our website. Due to the varying nature of our shows, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times.

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FROM £35 FOR 12 MONTHS JOIN TODAY AND SAVE ATGTICKETS.COM/TheatreCard 0844 871 7633 or visit the Box Office *ATG Theatre Card benefits are subject to availability, please check with the venue or call 0844 871 7633. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge. Members can purchase up to 4 discounted tickets per performance and up to 4 discounted drinks at UK venues in the Ambassador Theatre Group. Offers are subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or offers. Additional booking fees may apply on selected music, comedy and named act events and on tickets to non ATG and ATG international venues.

ATG reserve the right to withdraw benefits or related offers and without notice. ATG Theatre Card price is valid until 31.12.2016. For full terms and conditions please visit ATGTickets.com

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