Grand Opera House York Autumn 2013

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Thriller live

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DATES Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS £?? - £??

(Premium seats available)

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coming to york mon 30 sep - sat 5 oct

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Aliens Love Underpants tue 15 & wed 16 Oct

Diary

rock ‘n’ roll paradise sat 12 oct

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‘fun, daft and a little scary!’time out

shaolin warriors mon 1 jul

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ken dodd sun 7 jul

aliens love underpants tue 15 & wed 16 Oct 15

go west, hue & cry and the Christians tue 26 nov

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sandi toksvig tue 15 oct

beyond the barricade wed 27 nov

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the sensational 60’s experience thu 28 nov

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the gruffalo’s child tue 9 - wed 10 jul

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footloose thu 1 - sat 3 aug

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jimmy carr sat 31 aug

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uk pink floyd experience wed 11 sep 13 mercury thu 12 sep grease mon 16 - sat 21 sep

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inspector norse fri 18 oct

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for those about to rock sat 19 oct 16 ha ha holmes! sun 27 oct

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the ladyboys of bangkok tue 29 oct 16 hitchhiker’s guide to the galaxy radio show live! fri 1 nov 17

ready steady cook live! fri 27 sep 14

aida sat 2 nov

the johnny cash roadshow sat 28 sep 14

thriller live mon 4 - sat 9 nov

blood brothers mon 30 sep - sat 5 oct

jethro sun 10 nov

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vienna Festival ballet the nutcracker fri 29 nov 18 an evening of burlesque sat 30 nov 18 slade and sweet fri 6 dec

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mostly autumn sat 7 dec

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snow white fri 13 dec - sun 5 jan

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coming soon buddy mon 17 - sat 22 feb

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vampires rock thu 10 oct

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the vagina monologues fri 15 nov 17

Nabucco fri 7 mar

blofeld & baxter fri 11 oct

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peter pan wed 20 - sat 23 nov

tonight’s the night mon 28 apr - sat 3 may

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Following hot on the heels of The Gruffalo’s sell out tour and his monstrous West End success comes The Gruffalo’s Child with attitude! Just how brave is she? Find out for yourselves by joining her at Grand Opera House York, this summer!

The Gruffalo said that no Gruffalo should ever set foot in the deep dark wood.

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist, does he? Tall Stories Theatre Company returns, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation.

tue 9 - wed 10 jul Tue 1.30pm & 4pm Wed 10.30am & 1.30pm TICKETS £12

All adults must be accompanied by a responsible child.

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‘lovingly and simply brought to the stage’

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evening standard Visit www.gruffaloschildlive.com for a sneak preview. Running time 55 mins. Ages 3+ All illustrations copyright © Axel Scheffler 2004, published by Macmillan Children’s Books

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YORK STAGE MUSICALS Present The World’s No 1 Musical

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Stage Adaptation by DEAN PITCHFORD and WALTER BOBBIE Based on the Original Screenplay by Dean Pitchford Music by TOM SNOW Lyrics by DEAN PITCHFORD Additional Music by ERIC CARMEN, SAMMY HAGAR, KENNY LOGGINS and JIM STEINMAN

Footloose explodes onto the stage with classic 80s anthems including Holding Out For A Hero, Almost Paradise, Let’s Hear It For The Boy and of course the title track, Footloose.

Life in small-town Bomont is peaceful until city boy, Ren, arrives.

Breaking every taboo, Ren brings dance back to the heart of a town held back by the memory of a tragedy.

Based on the hit 80s movie (which launched the careers of Kevin Bacon, Sarah Jessica Parker and Jon Lithgow), Footloose has become a stage musical phenomenon. From Broadway to the West End, there is just no stopping the music.

Directed and choreographed by Louise Denison, Footloose is packed full of electrifying dance routines, guaranteed to get you dancing. Dancing is not a crime; to miss Footloose would be!

‘fantastic individual performances and well drilled ensemble work’ York press on fiddler on the roof

thu 1 - sat 3 aug Thu - Sat eves 7.30pm Sat mat 2.30pm TICKETS £18 Atg theatre card £5 off F c Details page 23

An amateur production by arrangement with R&H Theatricals Europe Ltd

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‘a typically high -energy show marked by exhilarating choreography, bold and bright ensemble playing and a superb choice of principals’ ‘They loved it.

The largely young cast selected by YSM oozed energy and it wasn’t long before the audience were rocking in (and out of) their seats’ yorkpress Reviews for York Stage Musicals director robert readman Musical director michael thompson choreohraphy jessica hardcastle music & lyric by warren casey & jim jacobs

An Amateur Production in association with Theatrical Rights Worldwide So now it’s time to dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and take a trip to a simpler time as ‘bad boy’ Danny and ‘the girl next door’ Sandy fall in love all over again.

It’s the original Greasers musical from 1971, featuring all the unforgettable songs from the show & 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!’

It’s the most electrifyin’ extravaganza on stage!

Be there or be square!

mon 16 - sat 21 sep Mon - Thu & Sat eves 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8pm Sat mat 2.30pm TICKETS £13 - £23 c g Details page 23

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bill kenwright presents

THE MUSICAL FOR ALL TIME ‘brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring approval’ daily mail

‘one of the best musicals ever written’ sunday times mon 30 sep - sat 5 oct Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright’s production recently surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the Standing Ovation Musical, as inevitably it; ‘brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval’ Jack Tinker, Daily Mail 6

TICKETS £10 - £29.50 (Premium seats available)

audio described perfs Sat 5 Oct 2.30pm & 7.30pm Atg theatre card Half price opening night £5 off thereafter Bands A & B (exc. Fri & Sat eves) c g Details page 23

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direct from london’s west end celebrating the undisputed king of pop

Paul Walden & Derek Nicol for Flying Music in association with Adrian Grant for Key Concerts present

★★★★

‘You can’t beat it!’

Evening Standard

‘This theatrical extravaganza is a breathtaking celebration QUITE LITERALLY, THRILLING’

FEATURING THE SONGS OF AND THE

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The Stage

‘THE HITS JUST KEEP ON COMING’ Daily Telegraph

‘Dazzlingly well-drilled and brilliantly done’ Mail on Sunday

thriller

Direct from London’s West End, where it’s in its record breaking 5thDPS year, Thriller production Live is a spectacular concert created Leading on - awaiting shots. to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer.

(Single offtwo to adapt from for this) Alreadypage seensigned by over million people in over 26 countries,

‘IMMENSELY ENJOYABLE’ The Independent

Photo of previous cast member

Thriller Live continues to moonwalk around the world, taking you on a visual, audio and electrifying journey through the magic of Michael’s 30 year musical history.

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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.

mon 4 - sat 9 nov Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8pm Sat 3pm & 7.30pm

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!

TICKETS £16.50 - £28.50

★★★★ ‘A TOTAL BLAST. The staging and constant brilliance of the musicians keep us riveted. A WONDERFUL SHOW’ Whatsonstage.com

(Premium seats available)

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A GLORIOUS FAMILY MUSICAL

the magical family pantomime

December Fri 13

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6.30

Sat 14

2.00

6.30

Sun 15

2.00

6.30

Mon 16

1.00

6.30

Tue 17

10.15

1.30

Wed 18

10.15

1.30

Thu 19

10.15

1.30

Fri 20 No performances Sat 21

2.00

6.30

Sun 22

2.00

6.30

Mon 23

2.00

6.30

Tue 24

2.00

Wed 25 No performances Thu 26

2.00

6.30

Fri 27

2.00

6.30

Sat 28

2.00

6.30

Sun 29

2.00

6.30

Mon 30

2.00

6.30

Tue 31

2.00

January Wed 1 No performances

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the seven dwarfs

Thu 2

2.00

6.30

Fri 3

2.00

6.30

Sat 4

2.00

6.30

Sun 5

2.00

Key Red Preview Green Peak perfs BLACK Off peak perfs

TICKETS £10 - £22 (Premium seats available)

‘From Beginning to end this is simply a joy’ Based on J.M. Barrie’s original play With permission from Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children Music by George Stiles Lyrics by Anthony Drewe Book by Willis Hall Director Robert Readman Musical Director Adam Tomlinson Flying Sequences Danny Garth

Sir James Barrie’s timeless tale of the boy who never grew up is reborn as a spectacular musical by Stiles & Drewe and the late Willis Hall. Pick Me Up Theatre are proud to present the York Premiere Production.

George Stiles says: The score for Pan is one of our favourite pieces of work. It’s a show with a stunning world of pirates, Lost Boys, Mermaids, Crocodile and flying children! The score revels in being able to blend the great British traditions of Gilbert & Sullivan with a contemporary world of dreams and adventure. I think Anthony’s lyrics really shine and have the same delight in the language that so infects the Barrie play – they were a joy to set. For a second before you go to sleep tonight take a moment, close your eyes and imagine, fly and visit your other land where the child never never grows up’ 10

A Pick Me Up Amateur production in association with Josef Weinberger Ltd

audio described perfs Sat 28 Dec 2pm & 6.30pm captioned perf Mon 30 Dec 6.30pm relaxed perf Tue 17 Dec 1.30pm, all tickets £7.50

Yorkshire Evening Post on previous production

‘A Delightful Show. A Must See Experience’ Encore magazine on previous production

wed 20 - sat 23 nov Wed, Thu & Sat eves 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8pm Sat mat 2.30pm TICKETS £15 - £21

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Mirror, Mirror, on the Wall Which is the best loved panto of all?

Star casting to be announced York’s favourite family panto returns with the classic tale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Cast out by her evil stepmother, Snow White must defeat the Wicked Queen and find her way back to the palace – helped by the Seven Dwarfs and a Handsome Prince.

A traditional pantomime at its best!

atg theatre card Buy one get one free (off peak only) family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) Off peak perfs £56, Peak perfs £62 children £5 off Senior citizens £2 off Groups 10 or more £14 each off peak, £15 peak. One free ticket for every 10 booked. school groups £10.50 per ticket. One teacher free with every 10 pupils.

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opera and ballet international present two ellen kent productions

comedy, music and entertainment

★★★★★

Directed by Ellen Kent, featuring the Celebrated Chisinau National Opera and National Philharmonic with International Guest soloists

AIDA verdi THE GRANDEST OF ALL ellen kent’s OPERAS returns to the uk A stunning, traditional production of this magnificent story of war, jealousy and revenge. The doomed love of the beautiful Ethiopian slave girl, Aida, and the Egyptian hero, Radames, unfolds against stunning sets inspired by the Valley of the Kings.

‘Visually and vocally gripping from start to finish’

The Independent on AIda

‘A terrific production of Verdi’s epic tale’

shaolin warriors

ken dodd

Return of the Master mon 1 jul 7.30pm TICKETS £17.50 - £21.50 atg theatre card £3 off (excl. Band C) c f

sun 7 jul 7pm TICKETS £19 - £22 G Ken Dodd is one of Britain’s funniest comedians a comedy legend, icon and national treasure who has been entertaining audiences for nearly 60 years.

The world famous Shaolin Warriors return to the UK with this breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu show, which continues the story of the warrior, depicting the rarely seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility, strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and rigorous martial arts training. An extravaganza, with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights and hundreds of costumes.

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jimmy carr

uk pink floyd experience

gagging order sat 31 aug 8pm TICKETS £26

wed 11 sep 7.30pm TICKETS £21 G

Enjoy a fun-filled variety show for all the family, with non-stop gags and a selection of songs in Ken Dodd’s unique Happiness Show. You’ll be absolutely discumknockerated (that’s Knotty Ash for ‘over the moon’) by a truly tattifelarius (fun-filled) evening of laughter and songs presented by a comedy genius.

Liverpool Daily Post on nabucco

Spectacular ballet sequences. Unforgettable arias including the classic Triumphal March. Incredible pyrotechnics with a magnificent wall of fire!

Not to be missed.

nabuccO verdi WITH THE FAMOUS CHORUS OF THE HEBREW SLAVES 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 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. Nabucco promises to be an evening to remember.

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Both Operas are sung in Italian with English surtitles

sat 2 nov & fri 7 mar Aida Sat 2 Nov 7.30pm Nabucco Fri 7 Mar 7.30pm TICKETS £15 - £35 (Premium seats available)

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Jimmy’s Gagging Order tour returns for a fourth visit to York after three sell-out performances last autumn.

The show will be packed with one-liners, stories and jokes. Some clever, some rude and a few totally unacceptable. Age 16+ only

Featuring top class musicians, UK Pink Floyd Experience aims to perfect the atmosphere of the great Pink Floyd in concert. The Pulse Show is based on the Gilmour led 80’s and 90’s touring band featuring songs from The Dark Side Of The Moon to The Division Bell, whilst the 60’s and 70’s Show selects songs from Piper at the Gates of Dawn, The Dark Side Of The Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Wall and more. www.ukpfe.com

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comedy, music and entertainment

mercury

ready steady cook live!

blofeld & baxter

rock n roll paradise

the ultimate queen tribute thu 12 sep 7.30pm TICKETS £18 atg theatre card £2 off c

fri 27 sep 7.30pm TICKETS £26

memories of test match special fri 11 oct 7.30pm TICKETS £19.50 atg theatre card £1.50 off c

sat 12 oct 7.30pm TICKETS £18.50 - £19.50 atg theatre card £5 off c

These performers recapture the sight, sounds and emotions of Queen with a skilful instrumentation and perfect harmonies. This 10th anniversary tour will include fantastic performances of the most popular Queen hits from the height of their reign as well as some additional tracks from the band’s vast back catalogue – never previously performed live by Mercury.

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Grand Opera House York is delighted to present two of the titans of UK cricket with a sidesplitting show full of memories from within the BBC Radio 4 Test Match Special commentary boxes. Anecdotes never before heard of the most legendary players from the last forty years are finally aired.

vampires rock

aliens love underpants

sat 28 sep 7.30pm TICKETS £18 - £19 G

10th Anniversary Tour thu 10 oct 7.30pm TICKETS £23 - £25 atg theatre card £1 off c g

tue 15 & wed 16 oct Tue 1pm, Wed 10.30am & 1pm TICKETS £13 s

‘His resemblance is uncanny’ Rosanne Cash, Johnny Cash’s daughter

Delivering the dream line up of 6 legendary acts - Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, the Big Bopper and Eddie Cochran, these icons of rock and roll join each other on stage for a musical extravaganza. Backed by the superb Paradise Band, this roof raising, critically acclaimed show is now in its 4th year and features over 40 songs.

Chefs and guest hosts appear subject to availability.

the johnny cash roadshow Clive John presents the The Johnny Cash Roadshow -the only show to be endorsed by the Cash family! Delivering all the hits including The Ring of Fire, Boy Named Sue, Folsom Prison Blues and many of the duets Johnny and June were famous for including Jackson and Darling Companion, this makes for the finest celebration of the man in black.

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The nation’s favourite cookery show comes alive on stage at The Grand Opera House York!

Star host Russell Grant and TV chef Lesley Waters are joined by a celebrity chef serving up all the favourite ingredients of Britain’s best loved cooking show. Will ‘Green Peppers’ or ‘Red Tomatoes’ triumph? Book now to decide and vote at Ready Steady Cook Live!

Steve Steinman, plays the evil Baron Von Rockula, in search of a new bride. A cast of superb singers, dancers and a formidable band blast their way through some of the greatest ever rock anthems including; We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Highway to Hell, Since You’ve Been Gone, Sweet Child Of Mine, Total Eclipse of the Heart, Devil Gate Drive, I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll, Poison and many more!

This zany and hilarious tale based on the best-selling children’s book is delightfully brought to life on stage for the very first time. With stunning effects, madcap action, original music (and lots of aliens of course) this fantastically fresh and funny production will delight the whole family. You’ll laugh your PANTS off!

‘This fantastic rhyming story is simply pantastic!’ British Book Awards

sandi Toksvig my valentine tue 15 oct 7.30pm TICKETS £19.50 Sandi Toksvig - comedian, novelist, actor, broadcaster, university chancellor, show-off and international treasure continues her smash hit, sell-out solo tour. Long-standing host of Radio 4’s News Quiz and Excess Baggage and regular QI panellist, Sandi will be performing her uniquely witty evening of stand-up, stories and fascinating facts.

She will be signing copies of her novel Valentine Grey (Virago) after the show. Book early!

‘Wonderfully sharp’ Time Out

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comedy, music and entertainment

by Douglas Adams

inspector norse

for those about to rock

fri 18 oct 7.30pm TICKETS £20.50 atg theatre card £2 off c g c

sat 19 oct 7.30pm TICKETS £20

A self-assembly Swedish crime thriller from award-winning comedy duo LipService.

Nordic noir comedy featuring a knitted set, a seventies pop band and some drunken moose.

And that jumper! Like to knit for the show? Email knittingfornorse@gmail.com ‘Cancel all other engagements for the glorious LipService’ The Independent

Livewire AC/DC plus The ZZ Tops. The unique six man tribute to rock’s greatest band AC/DC, complete with cannons, a wall of Marshalls and over two hours of High Voltage Rock and Roll.

Plus special guests The ZZ Tops! These Sharp Dressed Men are not to be missed!

fri 1 nov 7.30pm TICKETS £19 - £25 (Premium seats available) atg theatre card £3 off (Band A) c Following a smash hit UK Tour in 2012, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy is back in this ground-breaking new stage production - a radio show like you never saw before. Joining Simon Jones as Arthur Dent, and Hitchhiker’s favourites from the legendary original casts, will be a VIP Guest Voice Of The Book. www.hitchhikerslive.com

jethro sun 10 nov 7.30pm TICKETS £20.50 Always slightly on the edge, Jethro’s fruity Cornish humour is the perfect remedy to cheer us all up.

Turning everyday events into farcical stories, embellished into hilarity with his trademark West Country dialect. Tales told with such effortless rhythm, timing and charm that it just melts all seriousness into pure laughter - the perfect anecdote to everyone’s day.

Contains adult humour. Ages 15+.

ha ha holmes!

ladyboys of bangkok

the vagina monologues

go west, hue and cry

starring Joe Pasquale sun 27 oct 7.30pm TICKETS £17 - £19 c

Glamorous Amorous 2013 Tour tue 29 oct 7.30pm TICKETS £23.50 atg theatre card £2 off c

fri 15 nov 7.30pm TICKETS £20 atg theatre card £1.50 off c g

with special guest the Christians tue 26 nov 7.30pm TICKETS £27.50 - £29.50

Eve Ensler’s hilarious Broadway and West End smash hit is back with an all new all star cast! Featuring Hollie-Jay Bowes (Hollyoaks), Terri Dwyer (Hollyoaks, LooseWomen) and Diane Keen (Doctors, Ruth Rendell Mysteries). An unmissable show for every generation - bring your mum, your best friend, your sister or even your gran – this is the ultimate girls night out, trust us!

Go West, Hue and Cry* and special guests The Christians are united on the same bill for the first time ever. With millions of albums sales and iconic hits such as We Close Our Eyes, Call Me, King Of Wishful Thinking, and Labour Of Love. This authentic eighties triple header is not to be missed.

(Premium seats available)

The funniest comedy event of the year!

You’d be absolutely barking to miss this pipe-smoking new show as Holmes and Watson embark on their most dangerous adventure yet - hunting down The Hound of the Baskervilles! It’s elementary! It’s also downright hilarious as comedy national treasure Joe Pasquale takes on the lead role in the ultimate Sherlock Holmes spoof!

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Back by popular demand - the high energy rock n boogie tour!

hitchhiker’s guide to the galaxy radio show live!

Dripping with diamante and sizzling on stage - the Ladyboys of Bangkok are back with a fabulous all new show! Join the festivities as the cast take you on a parade through comedy, cabaret and carnival beat with 16 of the world’s most entrancing beauties, stunning costumes, iconic numbers, fabulous choreography and a breathless unique grand finale.

Seen by over 1 million people – not to be missed!

*Hue and Cry will be performing as an acoustic duo

‘Laugh out loud FUNNY’ The Independent book now www.atgtickets.com/york (bkg fee)

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25th Anniversary tour

comedy, music and entertainment

beyond the barricade wed 27 nov 7.30pm TICKETS £20 atg theatre card £2 off c g Recreating original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, Beyond the Barricade features a cast of past principal performers from the West End production of Les Miserables. This new production will include songs from Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Phantom Of The Opera, The Jersey Boys and many more, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, Les Miserables!

Don’t miss the Musicals Event of the Year!

the sensational 60’s experience thu 28 nov 7.30pm TICKETS £21.50 - £23.50 atg theatre card £1.50 off c g The must see 60s show for 2013. Original classics performed by 4 of the most popular artistes of the 60s. Starring The Marmalade, Herman’s Hermits, Chris Farlowe and Steve Ellis’ Love Affair.

Hosted by Alan Mosca from Freddie and The Dreamers. Featuring over 25 hits including Ob La De Ob La Da, I’m Into Something Good, Out Of Time, Everlasting Love.

slade & sweet fri 6 dec 7.30pm TICKETS £27 & £28 One of Europe’s biggest bands in the 70s, Slade provided a soundtrack to the glam generation.

Still one of the most exciting live bands on the road, Slade’s stage performance is an exhilarating roller-coaster ride of pure rock ‘n’ roll.

Quintessential glam rockers, Sweet, sold over 55 million records and have had 34 number 1 hits including their hit Blockbuster. They are still playing to sell out audiences around the world.

buddy the man, the music, the legend mon 17 - sat 22 feb 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS £10 - £22.50 (Premium seats available) early bird offer £5 off Band A Mon-Thu* atg theatre card opening night and early bookers* (*paid for by 1 July) (premium only) c g

Vienna Festival Ballet

the nutcracker fri 29 nov 7.30pm TICKETS £14 - £24 (Premium seats available) atg theatre card £13 (Bands A & B) c g c The highly acclaimed Vienna Festival Ballet company returns to York with Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker.

This enchanting tale tells the story of Clara and her nutcracker doll, which magically transforms into a princely soldier. Their adventures see the Prince and Clara combat the Mouse King and join the Sugar Plum Fairy to a Kingdom made entirely of sweets.

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an evening of burlesque

mostly autumn

sat 30 nov 8pm TICKETS £25 atg theatre card £1 off c

christmas show sat 7 dec 7.30pm TICKETS £22

Britain’s biggest burlesque extravaganza arrives direct from London’s West End, unveiling a fresh cast of burlesque all-stars for 2013. Join a riotous romp into the bizarre world of burlesque and cutting-edge variety. It’s the slickest, wickedly wittiest, most delightfully choreographed cabaret extravaganza of the year. Dress up and come to the cabaret.

Over 18s only. www.easytheatres.com

After being voted Best Band of 2012 - in the International Classic Rock Society poll - Mostly Autumn surely deserve to be called The best band you have never heard. Known for their atmospheric rock, soaring vocals and stunning guitars, Mostly Autumn return to their home town for their annual outstanding Christmas show.

Forget feel good, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is feel great! 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 Ballroomin 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!

‘Joyous! I love this show’ Sunday Express

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Featuring 20 of Rod Stewart’s Greatest Hits

Attending Performances at the Grand Opera House York

Phil McIntyre entertainments, Arnold Stiefel and ambassador theatre group present

Where should I collect my tickets?

Pre-ordered tickets can be collected from the box office on Clifford Street. Tickets are also for sale at Box Office on the night.

Which entrance should I use?

The Cumberland Street entrance or The Clifford Street entrance. For all performances (other than matinees, pantomime or Children’s shows) access is 90 minutes before the start of the show. Customers that need a level access should inform Box Office , who will arrange for access via King Street.

When should I arrive?

The foyer bar is open 90 minutes before the show starts. We sell a wide variety of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks. Customers are able to get 10% off their drinks in the first 30 minutes of the bar opening on evening shows.

When can I take my seat in the auditorium?

Usually 30 minutes before the show is scheduled to start.

written by ben elton Rod Stewart is quite simply one of the best selling recording artists of all time in a career spanning five decades. Tonight’s The Night, the smash hit West End musical comedy inspired by the songs of Rod is the all-singing, all-dancing feel good show which went on to play sold-out theatres across the UK. Tonight’s The Night is back and now is your chance to rediscover the magic of timeless classic songs, from Maggie May to Baby Jane and Hot Legs to Sailing plus many more!

Set on the mean streets of Detroit and in the glamorous clubs of uptown LA, Tonight’s The Night tells the story of a shy young man, so tongue tied that he cannot find the courage to declare his love to the girl of his dreams. How different he is to his hero, that legendary rock n’ roll vagabond Rod Stewart - now there’s a guy who never had any trouble hitting on a girl! One night our hero strikes a deal with the Devil, trading his soul for Rod’s. It seems like a good idea at the time but this guy is about to find out the hard way that you can’t find true love using another man’s moves and that devil or no devil, there’s only one Rod Stewart!

Written by multi award-winning writer and comedian Ben Elton (We Will Rock You) this sensational musical comedy features spectacular staging, a world class band and dazzling choreography.

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Directed by Cjay Ranger, Choreographed by Denise Ranger. Photos of previous cast.

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Can I take drinks into the auditorium?

Yes, drinks can be taken into the auditorium in plastic containers, which are provided by the bar staff.

Will there be an interval?

Most shows at the Grand Opera House have an interval.

Refreshments during the Interval The bars and kiosk in the theatre are open during the interval.

Customers can avoid queuing during the interval by placing an interval order for drinks, refreshments or ice creams prior to the start of the show.

Audio Description Audio description brings alive what is happening on stage for people with sight problems. It describes the action, scenery, facial expressions and costumes. We offer pre-performance notes and touch tours where available. These enable you to receive a description of the set or the ability to visit the stage before the performance. They also give details of scenery, props and on some occasions, an opportunity to meet the actors.

Captioned performances Captions give deaf, deafened and hard of hearing people access to live performance. The actors’ words appear on a display unit (or units), placed in the set or next to the stage, at the same time as they are spoken or sung. Speaker names, sound effects and offstage noises are also shown.

Relaxed Performance 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. The atmosphere in the auditorium will be relaxed to provide a more supportive environment - a bit like the quiet carriage on the train, but the opposite! Audience members will be free to come and go as they please throughout the performance and make noise if they want to.

For more information and updates on access performances please visit the Access section at www.atgtickets.com/york, or call 01904 678703.

Latecomers All shows have a latecomers admission policy and we will endeavour to allow you access into the auditorium in accordance with the show’s latecomers policy.

0844 871 3024 (bkg fee) www.atgtickets.com/york

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Max. height 5’2” to audition as Babes and Dwarfs 7pm Boys & girls to audition as Seniors Min. height 5’2” Everybody should wear clothes which are suitable for auditions. Pantomime dates Fri 13 Dec 2013 - Sun 5 Jan 2014

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All candidates (including those auditioning for dwarfs) will be auditioned in groups and taught a short dance routine. Those auditioning should ensure that, if successful, they would be available to attend every rehearsal and these start on Monday 25th November, mainly after school and weekends. Please be aware that this is a competitive dance audition and those who are successful will be chosen to perform as dancers in the pantomime. Please note that these positions are unpaid.

Family (4 tickets, max 2 adults) Schools Children Early booking offer

Concessions may be restricted to certain price levels and performances and can be withdrawn by management without notice.

Only one concession can be applied at any one time and proof of status is required. atg theatre card ATG Theatre Card offers are subject to availability on selected seat prices and for a max. 4 tickets per card. Please book early to avoid disappointment. restoration fund £1 from every ticket sold goes towards the restoration of the Grand Opera House York access for all Grand Opera House York strives to offer equal access for all. Please advise us of your access requirements at the time of booking.

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For access bookings, please call the venue directly on 01904 678 703 or our Customer Contact Centre Access booking number 0844 871 7677.

For text phone users : 18001 + access telephone number For standard phone users: 18002 + access telephone number For more information on Text Relay please visit www.textrelay.org CONDITIONS OF SALE Tickets cannot be refunded. Ticket exchanges can be offered for a per ticket exchange fee. Due to the varying nature of the shows and sets we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times.

Shows may have a credit/debit card fee applied in addition to the usual transaction and booking fees.

For full terms and conditions please speak to our Box Office or visit our website.

FINDING US & PARKING The Grand Opera House York is situated in the centre of York, close to the river.

The theatre is a 10 minute walk from the train station and a few minutes from the closest car park at Clifford’s Tower (marked on map above). p&R park and ride (Marked on map above) The Theatre is well served by York Park and Ride with all 4 lines stopping within easy walking distance. Full details available; www.york.gov.uk/parking/ride.

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The information in this brochure are correct at the time of going to press. Grand Opera House York reserves the right to change or vary the advestised programme, facilities and ticket prices at any time, at its sole discretion. All discounts are limited and subject to availability.

Ambassador theatre group Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) has grown to be the UK’s largest theatre group with a total of 40 venues in Britain and on Broadway and an internationally recognised theatre producer. It is also a leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets.

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 Foxwoods 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; Grimsby Auditorium; Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre; Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and New Wimbledon Studio and Grand Opera House, York. Current and recent ATG co-productions include Macbeth, The Hothouse, 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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