W H AT ’ S O N | A P R I L - S E P T E M B E R 2017
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Sister Act: A very gloomy Monday lunchtime was brightened up by a visit from Craig Revel Horwood who joined us to talk about Sister Act. Forth One’s Arlene Stuart hosted the event and we were joined by an audience of valued customers who were given the opportunity to ask Craig questions about Alexandra Burke and who Len’s replacement will be! Sandwiches and cakes were provided on the day by Social Bite.
As always you will find a wide range of events to keep you entertained during the coming months, but also some behind the scenes news and insights. We’ll be keeping you informed about all aspects of the Playhouse and the exciting world of live theatre, but make sure you also join us on social media for exclusive peeks into life backstage.
‘I HAVE HEARD FROM FRIENDS WHO SAW THE SHOW IN LONDON THAT SHERIDAN SMITH WAS EXCELLENT IN THE ROLE AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING HER IN ACTION’ ROSIE SANDISON, EDINBURGH GROUP BOOKER
‘A GUARANTEED HIT AND THE CHANCE TO SEE ONE OF THE UK’S, IF NOT THE BEST, TOP TALENTS SHERIDAN SMITH ON STAGE, GREAT MOVIE – BRING ON THE STAGE SHOW’ BRUCE KNOX , EDINBURGH GROUP BOOKER
This month in Edinburgh Playhouse history saw The Cult, Deep Purple, Magnum, Simply Red, The Thompson Twins and Elkie Brooks all grace this famous stage in 1987. A little known behind the scenes fact is that The Cult’s rider requested that the dressing room was painted black for their visit!
EDINBURGH FUNDRAISING We are proud to support a number of charities. In 2016, you, our customer’s helped us raise over £1,100 for Artlink who aim to increase Arts participation opportunities for people with disabilities. Last year, you also helped us raise over £11,600 for CHAS (Children’s Hospice Association in Scotland) who provide access to palliative care for babies and children in Scotland and £9,000 for Waverley Care who work to make a positive difference to the lives of people in Scotland living with HIV and Hepatitis C.
Fiona Jackson from our box office team has been fundraising in memory of her mother Lynn Jackson. A scholarship foundation was set Fiona Jackson up and Fiona recently organised a successful charity ball. Lynn was Chief Nurse for Cancer Services at the Western General Hospital, Edinburgh and was herself diagnosed with breast cancer in January 2014. She fought bravely but unfortunately lost her uphill battle in December 2014. The foundation has been set up to provide funding for specialist training and support for nurses.
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TUESDAY 18TH — SATURDAY 22ND APRIL
★★★★
‘SHERIDAN SMITH IS HILARIOUS, GLORIOUS, TOUCHING. AN UNFORGETTABLE STAR TURN’ THE TIMES
★★★★
‘MICHAEL MAYER’S VIVACIOUS PRODUCTION HAS WIT, CHARM AND ENERGY, SPARKLY CHOREOGRAPHY, AND A STRONG, EBULLIENT CAST’ FINANCIAL TIMES
★★★★★
‘SHERIDAN SMITH IS “THE GREATEST STAR BY FAR”’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH Hot on the heels of a record breaking, critically acclaimed West End run, this ‘UTTERLY IRRESISTIBLE’ – The Sunday Times new production of Funny Girl stars Olivier Awardwinning Sheridan Smith as Fanny Brice. Funny Girl brought global fame to Barbra Streisand fifty years ago, boasting some of the most iconic songs in film and theatre history, including People and Don’t Rain On My Parade. Half a century later, this ‘EXHILARATING EMBRACE OF A PRODUCTION’ – The Independent comes to Edinburgh after wowing critics and audiences alike in London’s West End. This iconic musical tells the story of Fanny Brice, whose vocal talents and comedic ability see her rise from Brooklyn music hall singer to Broadway star.
TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM
Don’t miss your chance to see this ‘PHENOMENAL’ – The Telegraph production when it comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse for one week only in April 2017.
GROUPS BEST OFFER £7 off per ticket for groups of 40+
The producers of Funny Girl cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays.
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WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £15
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer – Half price Tuesday 18th April
DRINKS PACKAGES AVAILABLE
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MONDAY 8TH — SATURDAY 13TH MAY
CELEBRATING THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MULTI-MILLION SELLING CDS
‘I LOVED EVERY MOMENT’ DAILY TELEGRAPH
‘THE ULTIMATE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PARTY’ CBS NEWS
‘SUBLIME’
MAIL ON SUNDAY
‘VASTLY ENTERTAINING’ SUNDAY EXPRESS
INCLUDING THE SMASH HITS Let’s Dance, To Know
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 two 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.
MONDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM
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.
TICKETS FROM £17.90
Written by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran, the team behind Goodnight Sweetheart, Birds of a Feather, and The New Statesman. Dreamboats and Petticoats – the songs will live forever. Featuring classic tracks from: Roy Orbison, The Shadows, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury and many more. |6|
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.
WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer – Half price Monday 8th May
GROUPS BEST OFFER £6 off per ticket for groups of 10+ plus 1 free ticket in every 10 ATGTICKETS.COM/Edinburgh
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‘THIS STAGE VERSION IS A PHENOMENON’
MONDAY 12TH — SATURDAY 17TH JUNE
‘DELIVERS EVERYTHING YOU’D EXPECT, AND MORE’
SUNDAY MIRROR
KENT MESSENGER
‘PREPARE YOURSELF FOR DIPS, LIFTS, AND PLENTY OF SWIVELLING HIPS’ SOUTH WALES EVENING POST
‘THE BIGGEST LIVE THEATRE SENSATION OF ALL TIME’ THE OBSERVER
★★★★★
‘SURPASSES ALL PREVIOUS PRODUCTIONS’ NORTH WEST END, BLACKPOOL
Dirty Dancing is back! Exploding with heart-pounding music, breathtaking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions across the globe this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring 35 hit songs, including Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart stopping (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life. Don’t miss your chance to see this sensational new production.
MONDAY – THURSDAY AND SATURDAY 7.30PM FRIDAY 5.30PM AND 8.30PM
SATURDAY MATINEE 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £17.90 ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer – £10 off Monday 12th June
GROUPS BEST OFFER £6 off per ticket for groups of 50+ plus free bottle of Prosecco for groups of 6+ CONNECT WITH US
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THE ORIGINAL WEST END MUSICAL IS BACK
MONDAY 11TH — SATURDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER
‘IT’S ELECTRIFYING GO, GO, GO’ SKY NEWS
‘GREASE IS STILL THE WORD’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
‘A FEEL-GOOD, PICK-ME-UP MUSICAL’ SUNDAY EXPRESS
‘THE NO.1 GREATEST MUSICAL’ 100 GREATEST MUSICALS, CHANNEL 4
He’s the one that you want! Tom Parker, from the UK’s top boy band The Wanted, is to star in his first ever theatrical role as ‘bad boy’ Danny in Grease, the No.1 greatest musical! Also starring Over The Rainbow winner Danielle Hope as Sandy and EastEnders’ and Strictly Come Dancing’s Louisa Lytton as Rizzo, this original, electrifying West End production lights up the Edinburgh Playhouse from Monday 11th for just one week only! It’s time to dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobbysocks and come along to the biggest party in Edinburgh as Danny and Sandy fall in love all over again.
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It’s the original high-school musical, featuring all the unforgettable songs from the hit movie including You’re The One That I Want, Grease Is The Word, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Sandy, Greased Lightnin’ and many more. So throw your mittens around your kittens and hand jive the night away with the show that’ll make you want to stand up and shout, ‘A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop, a-wop-bam-boom! Photographs of previous tour companies by Paul Coltas.
MONDAY – THURSDAY 7.30PM FRIDAY 5.30PM AND 8.30PM SATURDAY 5PM AND 8.30PM
TICKETS FROM £17
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer – £10 off Monday 11th September GROUPS BEST OFFER £8 off per ticket for groups of 40+
CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE Friday 15th September 5.30pm
AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE Thursday 14th September 7.30pm ATGTICKETS.COM/Edinburgh
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TUESDAY 19TH — DAY DATE MONTH SATURDAY 23RD — DAY DATE MONTH SEPTEMBER
‘ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S MUSICAL IS A GLORIOUS, THRILL A MINUTE TRIUMPH’
TUESDAY 3RD — SATURDAY 7TH OCTOBER
DAILY TELEGRAPH
‘MAJESTIC, MESMERIZING AND TEASINGLY SEDUCTIVE!’ THE EVENING STANDARD
THE TONY AWARD®-WINNING MASTERPIECE INCL. BEST MUSICAL, BEST ORIGINAL SCORE AND BEST BOOK OF A MUSICAL STARRING RIA JONES AS NORMA DESMOND
MUSIC BY
ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER BOOK & LYRICS BY
BASED ON THE
DON BLACK & CHRISTOPHER HAMPTON
BILLY WILDER film
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony Award®-winning masterpiece Sunset Boulevard, directed by Nikolai Foster and starring Ria Jones as Norma Desmond, comes to the Edinburgh Playhouse for 1 week only. Cilla - The Musical is the spectacular and heart-warming musical adaptation of the critically acclaimed hit ITV television series by BaftaAward winner, Jeff Pope. It tells the extraordinary story of the ordinary girl from Liverpool whose teenage dreams of stardom lead her to becoming one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers of all time.
The musical score is the ultimate soundtrack to the 60’s including Cilla’s greatest hits Anyone Who Had a Heart, Alfie and Something Tells Me, Twist and Shout by the Beatles, California Dreamin’ by The Mamas and The Papas and many more. Star casting to be announced. | 12 |
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM Photograph: Rex Features
It’s an introduction by a young John Lennon to music mogul Brian Epstein that changes Priscilla White’s life forever. By the age of just 25 she would be known as singer and TV Star Cilla Black, Number One selling artist and at the fore-front of the Brit-Pop music scene.
TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM
TICKETS FROM £17.90
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer – £10 off Tuesday 19th September GROUPS BEST OFFER £6 off per ticket for groups of 40+ CONNECT WITH US
In her mansion on Sunset Boulevard, faded silent-screen goddess Norma Desmond lives in a fantasy world. Impoverished screen writer Joe Gillis, on the run from debt collectors, stumbles into her reclusive world and is seduced by her and her luxurious lifestyle. Joe becomes trapped in a claustrophobic world until his love for another woman leads him to try and break free, with dramatic consequences. With internationally acclaimed musical theatre star Ria Jones, who received standing ovations every night when performing the role at the London Coliseum, and its much-loved score including Sunset Boulevard, With One Look, The Greatest Star of All and The Perfect Year performed with full orchestra, this production promises to be a spectacular evening.
TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £18
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer – Half price Tuesday 3rd October GROUPS BEST OFFER £7 off per ticket for groups of 40+
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THE BROADWAY AND WEST END SMASH HIT MUSICAL
THE STORY OF HOW FOUR STARS MADE ROCK’N’ROLL HISTORY
TUESDAY 24TH — SATURDAY 28TH OCTOBER
VINCENT SIMONE AND FLAVIA CACACE
★★★★
THURSDAY 23RD — SATURDAY 25TH NOVEMBER
★★★★★
‘A FEEL GOOD MUSICAL WITH A SOUNDTRACK TO DIE FOR’
‘EXPLOSIVE AND PASSIONATE’
★★★★
‘QUITE SIMPLY BREATHTAKING’
WHATSONSTAGE ON MIDNIGHT TANGO
THE INDEPENDENT
★★★★★
‘ANYONE WHO LOVES ROCK AND ROLL IS CERTAIN TO HAVE A GOOD TIME’
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS ON MIDNIGHT TANGO
THE TELEGRAPH
★★★★
A ROCK ‘N’ ROLL EXTRAVAGANZA THE STAGE
STARRING MARTIN KEMP
‘A TRIUMPH’
‘THE SHOW THAT LEFT ME ALL SHOOK UP!’ DAILY MAIL
Following its success in the West End, Las Vegas and on Broadway, this worldwide smash-hit musical is inspired by the famous recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. On December 4, 1956, these four star musicians gathered at Sun Records in Memphis, the studios of legendary record producer Sam Phillips (Martin Kemp), for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet, written by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, brings that legendary night to life, featuring a score of rock hits including Blue Suede Shoes, Fever, That’s All Right, Sixteen Tons, Great Balls of Fire, Walk the Line, Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On, Who Do You Love? and many more. | 14 |
TANGO MODERNO ★★★★
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Million Dollar Quartet is set to rock Edinburgh starring BBC TV’s Let It Shine judge and Spandau Ballet’s Martin Kemp.
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TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £19.90 ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - Half price Tuesday 24th October
GROUPS BEST OFFER £7.50 off per ticket for groups of 10+ CONNECT WITH US
DAILY TELEGRAPH ON MIDNIGHT TANGO
Tango is the rhythm of the city, the heat of the streets and the pulse of life. Tango Moderno is the irresistible hot new stage spectacular from tango superstars Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace. Tango was born in Argentina over 150 years ago, but has since intoxicated the world with its incredible passion and intensity. Classic and timeless yet at the same time, modern and fresh, tango is in the dance of the people, which has captured a million hearts. Dance partners for over two decades, world champions, Strictly favourites and West End stage stars Vincent and Flavia fuse together Ballroom, Latin, and Argentine tango to give you a performance that smoulders with desire. With classic steps, they create a Tango for today.
THURSDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM SATURDAY MATINEE 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £20
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - Half price Thursday 23rd November GROUPS BEST OFFER £7 off per ticket for groups of 40+
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TUESDAY 14TH — SATURDAY 18TH NOVEMBER
★★★★
‘DEFINING’ THE GUARDIAN
★★★★
‘SENSATIONAL’ MAIL ON SUNDAY
★★★★
‘COMPELLING’
THE SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
★★★★
‘UNFORGETTABLE’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH
Photos include previous cast
★★★★ ‘A SHOW STOPPER’ DAILY MAIL
Bill Kenwright presents the multi-award winning production of Cabaret. Kander and Ebb’s landmark musical turns Weimar Berlin of 1931 into a dark and sexually charged haven of decadence, at the heart of which the legendary Sally Bowles performs at the infamous Kit Kat Klub... Directed by National Theatre Artistic Director Rufus Norris and choreographed by Olivier Award winner Javier de Frutos, the production has enjoyed two smash hit West End runs at The Lyric and The Savoy theatres. Cabaret features show-stopping choreography, dazzling costumes and some of the most iconic songs in musical theatre including Money Makes The World Go Round, Two Ladies, Maybe This Time and of course Cabaret. Since its Broadway premiere in 1966 and the famous movie version with Liza Minnelli and Joel Grey, Cabaret has won a staggering number of stage and screen awards including 8 Oscars®, 7 BAFTAs and 13 Tonys®. Star casting to be announced. | 16 |
★★★★
‘WONDERFUL’ THE EXPRESS
★★★★
‘MEMORABLE’ METRO
TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £17.90
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - £10 off Tuesday 14th November GROUPS BEST OFFER £6 off per ticket for groups of 40+ CONNECT WITH US
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TUESDAY 28TH NOVEMBER — SATURDAY 2ND DECEMBER
★★★★
‘I FELT THE EARTH MOVE UNDER MY FEET’ MAIL ON SUNDAY
★★★★
‘A STREAM OF CLASSICS’ THE OBSERVER
★★★★ THE INDEPENDENT
★★★★ THE TIMES
Beautiful – The Carole King Musical, the Olivier and Tony Award® winning West End show is coming to Edinburgh as part of its first ever UK tour! ‘The audience loves Beautiful’ (Daily Mail) and critics agree! Called ‘slick and beautifully played’ (The Times), the ‘amazing story of the songwriting talents of Carole King told through laughter and tears’ (BBC Radio 2) critics are celebrating this ‘tapestry of greatest hits’ (The Guardian). Long before she was Carole King, the chart-topping music legend, she was an ordinary girl with an extraordinary talent. Beautiful tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation, with countless classics such as (You Make Me Feel) Like a Natural Woman, Take Good Care of my Baby, You’ve Got a Friend, So Far Away, It Might As Well Rain Until September, Up on the Roof, and Locomotion.
★★★★ THE METRO
TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £15.00
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - Half price Tuesday 28th November GROUPS BEST OFFER £7 off per ticket for groups of 40+
AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE Thursday 30th November 7.30pm ATGTICKETS.COM/Edinburgh
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TUESDAY 12TH DECEMBER — SUNDAY 7TH JANUARY
MONDAY 15TH — SATURDAY 20TH JANUARY
★★★★★
‘A MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA’ BRISTOL POST
★★★★★
‘SHREK-TACULAR’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
★★★★★
‘THE PERFECT FAMILY MUSICAL’ THE HERALD, SCOTLAND
TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7PM SUNDAY 1PM
SATURDAY MATINEE 2.30PM 17TH DECEMBER 5PM
21ST DECEMBER, 27TH DECEMBER AND 2ND JANUARY 2.30PM 7TH JANUARY 5PM
(No performances Mondays, 25th & 31st December & 1st January)
★★★★★
‘SLICK, INVENTIVE, COLOURFUL’ BIRMINGHAM MAIL
Based on the story and characters from the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks animation film, this hilarious and spectacular production turns the world of fairytales upside down in an all-singing, all-dancing, must-see musical comedy. Join Shrek, our unlikely hero, and his loyal steed Donkey as they set off on a quest to rescue the beautiful (if slightly temperamental) Princess Fiona from her tower, guarded by a fire breathing love-sick dragon. Add the vertically challenged Lord Farquaad, a gang of fairytale misfits, and a biscuit with attitude, and you’ve got an irresistible mix of adventure, laughter and romance, guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages!
TICKETS FROM £18.50
ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - £10 off Tuesday 12th December GROUPS BEST OFFER £8 off per ticket for groups of 20+
CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE Wednesday 20th December 7pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE Thursday 21st December 7pm
SIGNED PERFORMANCE Tuesday 19th December 7pm CONNECT WITH US
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Dance like you’ve never danced before! Flashdance - The Musical tells the inspiring and unforgettable story of 18 year old Alex, a welder by day and ‘flashdancer’ by night, who dreams of going to the prestigious Shipley Dance Academy and becoming a professional dancer. When a romance complicates her ambitions, she harnesses it to drive her dream. Based on the Paramount Pictures film (screenplay by Tom Hedley and Joe Eszterhas, story by Tom Hedley). Flashdance - The Musical is an inspiring musical about the power of holding onto your dreams and love against all the odds. Prepare to be blown away with an astonishing musical spectacle and phenomenal choreography to this iconic score including the smash hits Maniac, Manhunt, Gloria, I Love Rock & Roll and the sensational title track Flashdance... What a Feeling. Produced by the award winning team at Selladoor Productions - producers of Footloose, Avenue Q and Little Shop of Horrors, and Matthew Cundy – producer of Footloose and Murder Ballad, and Runaway Entertainment – producers of Lazarus, In The Heights, and Guys and Dolls, Flashdance - The Musical is not to be missed!
MONDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £20.90 ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer – Half price Monday 15th January BEST GROUPS OFFER £7 off per ticket for groups of 50+
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PSYCHIC SALLY CALL ME PSYCHIC
THE DOLLS ABROAD
Robert C Kelly by arrangement with The Dolls Presents
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.
Gayle Telfer Stevens
Louise McCarthy
(River City)
(Only an Excuse?)
The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.
MONDAY 24TH APRIL 7.30PM TICKETS £27.50
Fasten your seatbelts as The Dolls take you on the gutter budget trip of a lifetime, with all the fun that fans have come to expect from Scotland’s favourite Scrubbers. 16+ SUNDAY 14TH MAY 6PM TICKETS £25
THE SOLID SILVER 60S SHOW
ABBA MANIA
Over 30 years, The Solid Silver 60s Show has entertained the nation and celebrated history’s most successful decade of music. In 2017, we are delighted to welcome back Solid Silver 60s favourites The Merseybeats, Dave Berry, Wayne Fontana and Vanity Fare as well as our very special guest from the USA Chris Montez.
With all your favourite ABBA hits including Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All and Super Trouper, the world’s number one touring ABBA tribute bring you a night not to be missed!
WEDNESDAY 26TH APRIL 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £33.65
FRIDAY 26TH MAY 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £19.90*
ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS
STAND BY ME
A CELEBRATION OF BEN E KING AND THE DRIFTERS
Lee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist, recreates the essence of the King with consummate ease, stunningly accurate vocals and incredible passion. In this latest production, Lee portrays Elvis at his peak celebrating the iconic ‘Vegas Years’ from 1969 - 1977.
Stand By Me is the musical history of one of the biggest selling bands of all time. Told through anecdotes of former members on screen, alongside more than 50 hits including Under the Boardwalk, Saturday Night at the Movies, Up on the Roof, On Broadway and many more.
THURSDAY 27TH APRIL 7.30PM TICKETS £27.50*
FRIDAY 2ND JUNE 7.30PM TICKETS £30.15
THE KNIGHTS OF MUSIC
THE ILLEGAL EAGLES
HOSTED BY PHILLIP SCHOFIELD
Often acclaimed as the World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute, in 2017 The Illegal Eagles celebrate their own incredible 20 years of touring! This seasoned group of talented musicians are true Eagles fans at heart and you can expect all the classic hits – Hotel California, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, Life In The Fast Lane, Take It To The Limit, and many more!
Celebrating ground breaking work from the legendary Knights and Dames who have transformed the face of music, film and theatre, including tributes to Andrew Lloyd-Webber, Paul McCartney, Shirley Bassey, Elton John and Mick Jagger and more! FRIDAY 28TH APRIL 7.30PM TICKETS £27.90*
SATURDAY 3RD JUNE 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £26.40*
THAT’LL BE THE DAY
GIRLS’ NIGHT OOT!
The UK’s No.1 Rock and Roll variety production That’ll Be The Day returns with another brand new show!
Join the girls on a hen night that you won’t forget with a smash hit retro soundtrack… Songs from 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and now! To prepare for a marriage all a girl needs are her friends and a guid old hen night! Banterous, balshy and bootyliciously good fun. Songs include Hot Stuff, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, I’m Every Woman... and many more!
This year’s production features a fresh new line-up of sensational classic gold hits, spanning the 50s right through to the 70s, mixed as always, with even more hilarious comedy! THURSDAY 4TH MAY 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £27.90*
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Starring Louise McCarthy (Only an Excuse?) and Gayle Telfer Stevens (River City), The Dolls Abroad is the must see comedy for 2017.
FRIDAY 28TH JULY 7.30PM TICKETS FROM £23.90* ATG Theatre Card offers available
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CREATIVE LEARNING COMMUNITY CHOIR Our Community Choir has just celebrated its two year anniversary and hosted a successful concert in The Boards just before Christmas. Led by Gary Cameron on guitar and piano, the focus is very much on having fun in a friendly environment.
RICKY GERVAIS HUMANITY
Considered one of the most influential British comedians since Charlie Chaplin, the creator and star of The Office, Extras & Derek and winner of three Golden Globes, two primetime Emmy Awards and seven BAFTAs, Ricky Gervais is returning to stage with his first stand-up tour in seven years – Humanity. Tickets from £34.15 THURSDAY 8TH – FRIDAY 9TH JUNE 7.30PM
At the end of the Christmas term the choir performed their own song that they had composed together and raised over £300 for the venues’ three charities. There are plans for more opportunities to perform during the forthcoming year and to coincide with performances. The choir takes place every Friday 1pm – 2.30pm and each term runs for 10 weeks. However ‘drop in’s’ are welcome and cost £8 per person. The repertoire ranges from pop covers such as ‘Is This Love’ by Bob Marley and ‘Heroes’ by David Bowie to show tunes and musicals. There are currently 31 members with numbers growing each term and there is a mixture of both men and women. With no experience necessary and a selection of music to suit all tastes the community choir is a great way to make new friends and to be a part of the Edinburgh Playhouse. For more information about the choir please call 0131 524 3333.
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JOE McELDERRY THE GLORIA TOUR
Join Joe McElderry and special guests Keith Jack, Lloyd Daniels and Ben James-Ellis from the musical phenomenon Joseph in a night of smash hits from the new album Saturday Night at the Movies. Including the iconic songs; Daydream Believer, Love is All Around, I’m Into Something Good and the hit new single Gloria. Tickets from £22.90*
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SATURDAY 29TH JULY 7.30PM ATG Theatre Card offers available
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EDINBURGH FESTIVALS 70 YEARS OF EDINBURGH’S WORLD-FAMOUS FESTIVALS 2017 marks the 70th anniversary of Edinburgh’s world-famous festivals. As we look forward to this year’s special events we would like you to join us in celebrating an amazing 70 years as the world’s leading Festival city for arts and culture.
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FOUNTAIN COURT APARTMENTS QUEEN STREET, YOUNG STREET AND THISTLE STREET
Fountain Court are Edinburgh’s largest serviced apartment provider with 230 apartments in the heart of the City. We have three specific properties: Royal Garden, Braid and Stewart offering theatre packages, all within easy walking distance of the Playhouse. Each location has daily housekeeping, reception, fully fitted kitchens and a choice of 1 or 2 bedrooms. They offer space, value for money and all the comforts of home. TEL 0131 622 6677 fountaincourt.com
SEPTEMBER Mon 11 - Sat 16
Grease
5pm (Sat) 5.30pm (Fri) 8.30pm (Fri & Sat) 7.30pm (Mon - Thu) Thu 14 7.30pm Fri 15 5.30pm
Tue 19 - Sat 23
Cilla
2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat) 7.30pm
Tue 3 - Sat 7
Sunset Boulevard
2.30pm (Wed & Sat) 7.30pm
Mon 9
The Sensational 60s Experience
7.30pm
Tue 10
The Carpenter's Story
7.30pm
Wed 11
The ELO Experience
7.30pm
7.30pm
Thu 12
Greg Davies
8pm
The Magic of Motown
7.30pm
Million Dollar Quartet
2.30pm (Wed & Sat) 7.30pm
Tue 7
The Dreamboys
7.30pm
Thu 9
Jon Richardson
8pm
Tue 14 - Sat 18
Cabaret
2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat) 7.30pm
Sun 19 - Mon 20
John Bishop
8pm
Thu 23 - Sat 25
Tango Moderno
2.30pm (Sat) 7.30pm
Sat 1
Ellen Kent's Aida
7.30pm
Mon 3 - Sat 15
Sister Act
2.30pm (Wed & Sat) 7.30pm Wed 12 7.30pm
Tue 18 - Sat 22
Funny Girl
2.30pm (Wed & Sat) 7.30pm
Mon 24
Psychic Sally
7.30pm
Tue 25
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
8.30pm
Wed 26
The Solid Silver 60's Show
7.30pm
Thu 27
One Night of Elvis: Lee Memphis King
7.30pm
Fri 28
The Knights of Music
7.30pm
MAY Thu 4
That'll Be The Day
OCTOBER
Sat 6
Adam Ant Anthems
7.30pm
Sat 14
Sun 7
Professor Brian Cox Live
8pm
Tue 24 - Sat 28
Mon 8 - Sat 13
Dreamboats and Petticoats
2.30pm (Wed & Sat) 7.30pm
Sun 14
The Doll's Abroad
6pm
Fri 26
ABBA Mania
7.30pm
Sat 27
Micky Flanagan
8pm
Stand By Me
7.30pm
NOVEMBER
JUNE Fri 2
CROWNE PLAZA EDINBURGH ROYAL TERRACE – 18 ROYAL TERRACE EDINBURGH EH7 5AQ
An impressive terrace of prestigious Georgian Townhouses with stunning views towards the Forth. A short walk from Edinburgh’s main attractions including the Playhouse, the Castle, Princes and George Streets. With private terraced gardens and a delightful restaurant and bar, complimentary Wi-Fi, health centre, swimming pool, steam room and gym.
TEL 0131 557 3222 crowneplaza.com/edinburghrt
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Sat 3
The Illegal Eagles
7.30pm
Thu 8 - Fri 9
Ricky Gervais
7.30pm
Sun 26
Jimmy Carr
8pm
Mon 12 - Sat 17
Dirty Dancing
2.30pm (Sat) 5.30pm & 8.30pm (Fri) 7.30pm (Mon - Thu & Sat)
Tue 28 - Sat 2 Dec
Beautiful
2.30pm (Wed, Thu & Sat) 7.30pm Thu 30 7.30pm
Shrek
See show page
THE GLASSHOUSE
2 GREENSIDE PLACE EDINBURGH EH1 3AA Edinburgh’s hidden gem, located next door to Edinburgh Playhouse, The Glasshouse is a five star luxury boutique hotel offering 77 contemporary rooms. Relax before a show and enjoy a drink on our exclusive two acre roof top garden or make use of the open fire in our cosy Snug. ATG Theatre Card Members or show ticket holders enjoy exclusive offers, such as our pre-theatre two course dinner offer from as little as £16.50 per person. TEL 0131 525 8200 theglasshousehotel.co.uk
DECEMBER
JULY Fri 28
Girls Night Oot!
7.30pm
Sat 29
Joe McElderry: Gloria
7.30pm
Forth on the Fringe with Edinburgh St James
1.30pm (Sat) 8pm
Tue 12 Sun 7 Jan 2018
For more shows please look through your What’s On Guide or visit ATGTICKETS.COM/Edinburgh
AUGUST Fri 4 - Sat 5
Audio-Described Performance
Signed Performance
Captioned Performance
Touch Tour
Relaxed Performance
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BOOKING INFORMATION ❚ BUY YOUR TICKETS
ATGTICKETS.COM/Edinburgh*
All: 0844 871 3014* ATG Theatre Card: 0844 871 7633* Groups: 0333 009 5388* Or you can call in person. Our Box Office is open Monday – Saturday 12pm – 6pm. (8pm on performance nights) *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge. Box Office is closed on public and bank holidays.
❚ FIND OUT MORE
For more information about the show, performance start and finish times please visit us at: ATGTICKETS.COM/Edinburgh /EdinburghPlayhouse
Enjoy and savour every word. Clearly.
@edinplayhouse
❚ PLAN YOUR VISIT
We are easy to find and for information on parking, pre theatre drinks and hospitality please visit; ATGTICKETS.COM/Edinburgh Edinburgh Playhouse, 18 - 22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3AA
❚ EQUAL ACCESS FOR EVERYONE
We offer a wide range of access performances including; audio described, captioned, relaxed, signed and touch tours. Please see the individual show pages for details. If you have additional requirements or require specific seats, then please ask one of our friendly team when you book your tickets. To book your tickets, please call our dedicated Access Booking Line: 0800 912 6971 For our deaf and hard of hearing customers, please use our Type Talk service.
Type Talk: 18001 0871 297 5477 (textphone user) Type Talk: 18002 0844 871 7677 (hearing person)
This brochure is also available in audio format or large print. To request a copy please call our Access Booking Line. We are only able to accept access bookings on any of the above numbers. Please refer to our website and Buy Your Tickets information, for general bookings and enquiries.
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❚ TICKET PRICES For the most up-to-date information on ticket prices please visit our website. Ticket prices may change, particularly for popular performances and we advise you to book early to secure seats. ATG Theatre Card, group ticket prices and any special offers, are subject to availability and can change or be withdrawn at any time, in response to demand. A family ticket is for 4 people with a maximum of two adults. ATG Theatre Card offers are for a maximum of 4 tickets per Card on selected seats, prices and performances. Please check online or call to check the latest availability and prices. For full Terms and Conditions please visit atgtickets.com/termsandconditions ❚ CHILDREN Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Children 18 months and over must have a ticket and their own seat. If your child is under 18 months they can sit on your lap and we may request proof of age. This is for you and your child’s safety in the venue. If you are not sure if the show is suitable for your child, please check our website or call us. ❚ CONDITIONS OF SALE Our full terms and conditions are available online atgtickets.com/termsandconditions
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❚ INFORMATION ABOUT FEES Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold is used for the upkeep and improvements to your theatre. We spend this wisely to give you the best experience possible, provide equal access for everyone and offer creative learning opportunities in local communities across the UK. Additional fees may also apply where we sell tickets for non-ATG theatres, or for selected big name shows and performances. These additional fees may take the form of a per ticket fee and/or an additional credit card fee. Please check our website for the most up-to-date ticket prices and fees. Printed on responsibly sourced paper. Please continue to help the environment by recycling or passing onto a friend. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices, concessions, offers and fees. Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period. Due to the varying nature of our shows and their set design, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. For the most up-to-date information please check online, call or visit our Box Office. For full Terms and Conditions please visit atgtickets.com/ termsandconditions
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18 - 22 GREENSIDE PLACE, EDINBURGH EH1 3AA ATGTICKETS.COM/Edinburgh* | EDINBURGH PLAYHOUSE 0844 871 3014* *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.