New Wimbledon Theatre - What's On: April - September 2017

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New Wimbledon

Theatre W H AT ’ S O N | A P R I L - S E P T E M B E R 2017


WELCOME TO NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE AND YOUR NEW STYLE WHAT’S ON GUIDE...

This month we welcome our £15 price promise. We are pricing 10% of our seats thoughout the theatre at just £15 on selected shows. These shows include Sunny Afternoon, Addams Family, Shout, Flashdance and this year’s pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk. These tickets are available now, so we suggest you get your hands on them as soon as possible.

Jam packed with great shows and new features for April 2017 onwards. Our new season offers an eclectic mix of West End musicals, UK premieres, music nights and amazing creative learning activities. As a creative hub in your community, we have a responsibility to entertain and provide you with opportunities to participate; I really hope to see you through our doors very soon.

‘THE LEVEL OF FRIENDLINESS AND CARE SHOWN BY THE VENUE’S STAFF ON EACH OF MY MANY VISITS MAKES THIS ONE OF MY FAVOURITE THEATRES IN LONDON.’

Peter Dazeley

BRITISHTHEATRE.COM

‘MY FAVOURITE PLACE TO GO AT THE MOMENT! I’VE HAD A FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE EACH TIME!’ K BEDWELL

Our ATG staff have been doing amazing things… In January our Ticketing Manager, Emily was chosen to go to the ATG owned Hudson Theatre in New York, to equip the box office Emily Collison with invaluable skills and has been instrumental in getting the 1903 building up and running, ready for its opening in February. We are very proud of Emily, whose expertise has grown and flourished here over the years that she’s been with us.

We have been delighted to have Dan, one of our very talented graduate trainees, for the past six months. Dan has been working in a number Daniel Lewis of departments and has been an invaluable member of the team. Although we are sad to say goodbye to him, we know he will have a long and fully fledged career with ATG – so watch this space. To find out about the graduate scheme please visit ATGTICKETS.COM/Graduatescheme

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TUESDAY 28TH MARCH — SATURDAY 1ST APRIL

★★★★★

‘A BELTER! FUNNY, STYLISH – IT HAS EVERYTHING THE KINKS HAD’ DAILY MAIL

★★★★★

‘FRESH AND FULL OF ZINGY, SWINGING SIXTIES EXCITEMENT’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

★★★★

‘A DAZZLING PRODUCTION’ THE GUARDIAN

★★★★★

WINNER OF BEST NEW MUSICAL AT THE OLIVIER AWARDS 2015 Winner of the 2015 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, Sunny Afternoon is an irresistible musical with slick theatricality and ingenious storytelling at its heart. It tells the captivating tale of how one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks, rose to stardom. Featuring the iconic hits You Really Got Me, Waterloo Sunset, Dedicated Follower of Fashion, All Day And All Of The Night, Lola, Sunny Afternoon and many more, this production is a fresh new ‘GREAT BRITISH MUSICAL’— The Times that will make your spirits soar. With music and lyrics by Ray Davies (Olivier Award for Outstanding Achievement in Music), a new book by Joe Penhall and direction by Edward Hall, Sunny Afternoon’s faultless musicianship and brilliant songs come together for a moving portrayal of The Kinks’ amazing journey during the youthful, rebellious 1960s.

TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £15

ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - Half price Tuesday 28th March

GROUPS BEST OFFER £5 off per ticket for groups of 10+ SENIOR MID-WEEK RATE £35

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TUESDAY 11TH — SATURDAY 15TH APRIL

‘A GORGEOUS TAKE ON A FILM CLASSIC’ THE TIMES

‘A FEAST FOR THE EYE. THE RED SHOES WILL BE DANCING FOR YEARS TO COME’

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

OBSERVER

Wood, night, imagination, dream. Further Stages invites you on a special adventure in a world where magic exists and to a place where not everything is as it seems. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. A timeless spellbinding classic tale which will steal the hearts of all again and again.

‘THE RED SHOES TRIUMPHS’ SUNDAY TIMES

Tickets from £13.75 SATURDAY 8TH APRIL 2.45PM AND 7.45PM SUNDAY 9TH APRIL 2.45PM

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LAUGHING BOY

New for 2017. The intimate New Wimbledon Studio is teaming up with Laughing Boy Comedy to bring you an incredible night of comedy every month.

★★★★

MATTHEW BOURNE WORKS HIS MAGIC. BLISSFUL’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

A beloved fairytale and Academy Award-winning movie, The Red Shoes has seduced audiences and inspired generations of dancers with its tale of obsession, possession and one girl’s dream to be the greatest dancer in the world. Victoria Page lives to dance but her ambitions become a battleground between the two men who inspire her passion. Matthew Bourne’s magical adaptation of the classic Powell and Pressburger film is set to a new score arranged by Terry Davies using the mesmerizing music of golden-age Hollywood composer, Bernard Herrmann, with sumptuous designs by Lez Brotherston (set and costumes), Paule Constable (lighting) and Paul Groothuis (sound). Direct from a sell-out eight week London season and a record-breaking UK tour, The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses and break your heart. |6|

With a different line up each night, catch a selection of the country’s best up and coming stand ups, as well as a familiar face or two! Past acts include Joel Dommett, Ellie Taylor, Russell Kane, Kerri Goldliman, Romesh Ranganathan, Sean Walsh and Jon Richardson.

TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM

With just 80 seats available per performance, it is quickly becoming the most sought after ticket for any comedy fan.

TICKETS FROM £19.40 (SOLD OUT - RETURNS ONLY)

Early booking is essential.

AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE Thursday 13th April 7.30pm

TOUCH TOUR Thursday 13th April 7.30pm

Tickets £11 FRIDAY 28TH APRIL, FRIDAY 26TH MAY FRIDAY 30TH JUNE, FRIDAY 28TH JULY 8PM

POST SHOW Q&A

ATG Theatre Card offers available

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FOOTLOOSE

Footloose is back and better than ever before. Everybody cut loose as the explosive rock ‘n’ roll sensation bursts on to the stage in a remastered show for 2017. Based on the 1980s screen sensation which took the world by storm, Footloose sizzles with spirit, fun and the best in UK musical talent. Tickets from £17.90

NWS

FRIDAY 21ST & SATURDAY 22ND APRIL 7.30PM NWT

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THE ORIGINAL WEST END MUSICAL IS BACK

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MONDAY 24TH — SATURDAY 29TH APRIL

‘IT’S ELECTRIFYIN’ – GO, GO, GO’ SKY NEWS

‘GREASE IS STILL THE WORD’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

DROWNING ON DRY LAND

‘A FEEL-GOOD, PICK-ME-UP MUSICAL’

Alan Ayckbourn’s coruscatingly acid and funny play tells the story of Charlie Conrad – a man who seemingly has everything: fame, fortune and a legion of faithful fans. His talent? He has no talent. Charlie is famous for doing nothing and failing in everything. Put in the mix, an amorous clown and an investigative journalist, Charlie is about to find out just how fickle fame can be. Tickets from £15.40

SUNDAY EXPRESS

TUESDAY 18TH – SUNDAY 23RD APRIL TUE, WED, FRI & SAT 7.45PM SAT & SUN 2.45PM NWS

‘A GORGEOUS TREAT FOR KIDS AND PARENTS’ DAILY EXPRESS

IT’S THE ONE THAT YOU WANT!

Enjoy everyone’s favourite rags-to-riches story, in a beautifully adapted ballet version for children aged three upwards.

‘THE NO.1 GREATEST MUSICAL’ 100 GREATEST MUSICALS, CHANNEL 4

With a narrator to help the young audience follow the story, and a shortened version of Prokofiev’s ravishing score, this is the perfect introduction to the magic of ballet and a fantastic family day out.

THE KNIGHTS OF MUSIC HOSTED BY PHILLIP SCHOFIELD

A unique collaboration between English National Ballet and English National Ballet School, choreographed by George Williamson.

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. And after a 17 year absence, the host himself will be back on stage singing live!

Tickets from £13.40* SATURDAY 13TH MAY 11AM, 2PM & 5PM SUNDAY 14TH MAY 11AM & 3PM

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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! This original, electrifying West End production lights up the New Wimbledon Theatre for just one week only!

Tickets from £27.90* NWT

SUNDAY 30TH APRIL 7.30PM ATG Theatre Card offers available

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NWT

It’s time to dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and come along to the biggest party in Wimbledon as Danny and Sandy fall in love all over again. 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-loobop, a-wop-bam-boom!’

MONDAY – THURSDAY 7.30PM FRIDAY 5.30PM AND 8.30PM SATURDAY 5PM AND 8.30PM

TICKETS FROM £15

ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - £10 off Monday 24th April

GROUPS BEST OFFER £6 off per ticket for groups of 10+ Monday – Thursday 7.30pm and Friday 8.30pm FAMILY RATE AVAILABLE

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TUESDAY 2ND — SATURDAY 6TH MAY

‘AN INSPIRATIONAL MUSICAL’ NEW YORK TIMES

‘AN OUTSTANDINGLY STRONG CAST’ ESSEX ENQUIRER

‘NOTHING SHORT OF SPINE-TINGLING’ SUNDERLAND ECHO

UK AND EUROPEAN PREMIÈRE TV and West End star Wendi Peters, much loved for her acclaimed portrayal of Cilla Battersby-Brown in Coronation Street, will headline the UK tour of Wonderland as Queen of Hearts alongside musical theatre favourite Dave Willetts, who rose to fame for playing the title role in Phantom of the Opera, as White Rabbit. West End and Broadway leading lady Kerry Ellis, best known for playing Elphaba in the West End and Broadway productions of Wicked, will guest star as Alice. Following sold out seasons in Tampa, Texas and Tokyo, the multi Grammy and Drama Desk Award nominated Frank Wildhorn’s Wonderland receives its UK and European première in this brand new British production. Hailed by the New York Times as ‘INSPIRATIONAL’, Wonderland is an enchanting musical adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, with a huge heart, a medley of magic and a whole lot of wonder. Don’t be late… book now for the best seats! Kerry Ellis is scheduled to appear at all evening performances. She will not appear at matinée perfomances.

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TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £21.40 ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - Half price Tuesday 2nd May

GROUPS BEST OFFER £6 off per ticket for groups of 10+ Tuesday – Friday SIGNED PERFORMANCE Wednesday 3rd May 7.30pm ALL STAR CAST

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ARIA ENTERTAINMENT and MUSIC & LYRICS in association with THE FESTIVAL THEATRE EDINBURGH present

TUESDAY 16TH — SATURDAY 20TH MAY

❚ JULIUS CAESAR LIVE | WEDNESDAY APRIL 26TH 7PM THE BROADWAY SMASH HIT MUSICAL COMEDY COMES TO WIMBLEDON Director Matthew White Choreographer Alistair David Designer Diego Pitarch Musical Supervisor and Orchestrations Richard Beadle

❚ ANTONY & CLEOPATRA LIVE | WEDNESDAY MAY 24TH 7PM ❚ TITUS ANDRONICUS LIVE | WEDNESDAY AUGUST 9TH 7PM ❚ CYMBELINE LIVE | THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 28TH 7PM TICKETS £17.50 | ATG THEATRE CARD £15 This event takes place in our newly refurbished Studio Theatre which now offers our in-seat service, Ordertorium, bringing snacks and drinks to your cinema seat.

Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Based on characters created by Charles Addams Presented by special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide

Starring

SAMANTHA WOMACK as Morticia

CARRIE HOPE FLETCHER

CAMERON BLAKELY

as Wednesday

as Gomez and

LES DENNIS as Uncle Fester

LOOK WHO’S MOVED INTO THE NEIGHBOURHOOD Everyone’s favourite kooky family are now on stage in the UK premiere of this spectacular musical comedy from the writers of multi award-winning hit musical Jersey Boys, with music and lyrics by Tony Award® nominated Andrew Lippa. Starring Samantha Womack as Morticia, Carrie Hope Fletcher as Wednesday, Cameron Blakely as Gomez and Les Dennis as Uncle Fester. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and has a shocking secret that only Gomez knows. She’s fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family. With his cherished Morticia in the dark will Gomez manage to keep his daughter’s secret until the two families meet for a fateful dinner with hilarious consequences? Join them, plus Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley and more for a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship… with a twist! Featuring a live orchestra and extraordinary original score The Addams Family is sure to entertain whether you are 7 or 307. | 12 |

TUESDAY 7PM

WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND SATURDAY 7.30PM FRIDAY 5PM AND 8.30PM WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £17.90 ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - Half price Tuesday 16th May

GROUPS BEST OFFER £5 off per ticket plus 1 in 10 free FAMILY RATE AVAILABLE

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The fun-packed comedy musical that makes learning French exciting!

FASCINATIN’ RHYTHM

the ticket collector

the beggar

Paris

Pinot Blanc

the bag lady

les cosaques

le policier

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY

The exciting story of the Great American Songbook. An all singing, all dancing journey through the story behind songs such as Someone to Watch Over Me, I’ve Got Rhythm, So In Love, My Funny Valentine, All The Things You Are, and Anything Goes by all the great composers of the era including, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Jerome Kern, George Gershwin, and Rodgers and Hart.

50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Direct from its success in London’s West End, a sold out UK tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos, original film footage and a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Homeward Bound and many more.

Tickets from £18.70

les verts

les jaunes

TUESDAY 16TH – SATURDAY 20TH MAY TUE – SAT 7.45PM THU & SAT 2.45PM

Tickets from £26.15* WEDNESDAY 10TH MAY 7.30PM

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NWT

THE SHOW’S CATCHY SONGS MAKE LEARNING FRENCH EASY FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES Set in Paris, the story of Pinot! The Musical follows the adventures of Pinot, a young Russian cyclist with a dream – to win the Tour de France! Follow him and his Cossack dancing friends on their thrilling journey! On his way, Pinot meets colourful characters, including a beggar and a bag lady and a clumsy policeman who keeps chasing him. The show is designed for anyone with an interest in French to brush up their skills or learn a few basics – while having a great time singing along!

Tickets from £15.40 TUESDAY 2ND – SATURDAY 6TH MAY TUESDAY 13TH – SATURDAY 17TH JUNE TUE – FRI 10.30AM & 1.30PM SAT 2PM & 4.30PM NWS

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I AM MY OWN WIFE

THE BEE GEES STORY

The unbelievable true story of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a German transvestite caught up in one of the great European dramas of the 20th century. Her steadfast refusal to compromise her values and identity made her an inspiration for many but a target of vilification for others.

A unique, totally live tribute to the Bee Gees with a fantastic show, featuring incredible songs from over four decades. The story unfolds through their music of classic hits and dance floor favourites.

Enjoy snacks and refreshments delivered straight to your seat with the free ATG Ordertorium app.

ORDERTORIUM

Tickets from £15.40 TUESDAY 30TH MAY – SATURDAY 3RD JUNE TUE – SAT 7.45PM SAT 2.45PM

You sit. We serve.

NIGHTS ON BROADWAY

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Tickets from £23.00

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THURSDAY 11TH MAY 7.30PM

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ATG Theatre Card offers available

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TUESDAY 1ST — SATURDAY 5TH AUGUST

‘A HIGH-ENERGY, MUSICAL REMINDER OF THE SWINGING SIXTIES. SHORT SKIRTS, BEEHIVE HAIR-DOS AND FUN!’ THE STAGE

PSYCHIC SALLY

‘HERE’S A SHOW TO REALLY SHOUT ABOUT!... HITS YOU WITH A BURST OF NOISY ENERGY AND SHEER TALENT THAT SIMPLY TAKES YOUR BREATH AWAY.’

CALL ME PSYCHIC

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.

WHATSONSTAGE.COM

The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.

‘A REAL CROWDPLEASER!’

Tickets £31.15 WEDNESDAY 31ST MAY 7.30PM

NWT

MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS

‘MAGIC FOR SMALL CHILDREN’ WHATSONSTAGE.COM

From the makers of Peppa Pig comes this BAFTA award-winning television animation live on stage! Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom

‘SHOUT! THE MUSICAL IS A SUGARY SWEET CONFECTION OF CAN’T-MISS FUN’

Join Ben and Holly, and their friends on this exciting, enchanting and magical musical adventure packed full of games, songs and laughter. This beautiful story of elves, princesses and childhood innocence will delight all the family!

SHOW BUSINESS WEEKLY

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

The UK’s No.1 Rock ‘n’ Roll variety production returns with another opportunity to see its latest most popular show! Featuring a sensational line-up of classic gold hits, spanning the 50s right through to the 70s, mixed as always, with even more hilarious comedy!

© The Elf Factory Ltd/Entertainment One UK Ltd 2008.

Welcome to the golden age of popular music… REVIVED!

Tickets from £16.15 SATURDAY 3RD JUNE 1PM AND 4PM SUNDAY 4TH JUNE 10AM AND 1PM

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Tickets from £22.40* NWT

THURSDAY 1ST JUNE 7.30PM ATG Theatre Card offers available

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NWT

Shout! flips through the years like a musical magazine and takes you back to the music, the fashion and the freedom of the 60s!

TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM

This smashing revue tracks five groovy gals as they come of age during those liberating days that made England swing! Join this non-stop journey through the infectious and soulful pop anthems and ballads that made household names of stars like Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield and Lulu.

TICKETS FROM £20

Shout! uses letters to an advice columnist, true confessions, quizzes and advertisements as a frame for terrific new arrangements of such charttopping hits as To Sir With Love, Downtown, You Don’t Have to Say You Love Me, Son of A Preacher Man, and Goldfinger.

THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM

ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - £10 off Tuesday 1st August

GROUPS BEST OFFER £6 off per ticket for groups of 10+ SENIOR MID-WEEK RATE £25

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THE ILLEGAL EAGLES

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! Tickets from £21.90 THURSDAY 29TH JUNE 7.30PM

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KEVIN AND KAREN – DANCE

Strictly sweethearts Kevin and Karen Clifton tour the UK for the first time with their sensational new show – a sultry, hip-swinging journey through the Waltz, Cha-Cha, Fox Trot, Tango and Salsa. It’s a high-energy performance filled with sassy tunes, heartpounding choreography and sparkling costumes. Backed by a supporting cast of dancers and a 12-piece show band, their most famous, edge-of-your-seat routines are brought to the stage propelled by passion.

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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 £35.90

Tickets from £22.90*

ATG Theatre Card offers available

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THE GLORIA TOUR

On the night, two lucky audience members will learn a dance enjoying a moment in the spotlight with Kevin and Karen.

SATURDAY 17TH JUNE 7.30PM

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SATURDAY 19TH AUGUST 7.30PM

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FRIDAY 25 – SATURDAY 26 AUGUST

‘AN OPPORTUNITY TO SHINE IN THE SPOTLIGHT!’

PREVIOUS STAGE EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANTS

TUESDAY 5TH — SATURDAY 23RD SEPTEMBER

FRIDAY 8TH — SUNDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER

INTERVAL PRODUCTIONS IN ASSOCIATION WITH TARA FINNEY PRODUCTIONS & NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE PRESENT

MUTED

‘IT’S AMAZING TO PERFORM ON A PROFESSIONAL STAGE!’ PREVIOUS STAGE EXPERIENCE PARTICIPANTS

★★★★

‘A POWERFULLY PERFORMED ORIGINAL MUSICAL’ THE STAGE Something very exciting is happening at New Wimbledon Theatre this summer - and you can be a part of it!

Edgy, fast paced, sexy and raw, MUTED is a story about grief, guilt, self-discovery, forgiveness, and that thing we just can’t do without – love.

For two weeks from 14th August 2017, young people will be taking over our main stage and creating a spectacular production of the ever-popular musical, Bugsy Malone.

A new British musical presented by Interval Productions (Streets, Another Way, Equally).

AUDITIONS TAKE PLACE ON MAY 27TH 2017 REHEARSALS BEGIN ON 14TH AUGUST There will be three performances at NWT on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th August. Cost for the two weeks; £360. If you’re aged 11-18 and are a budding actor, singer or dancer and would like to work with a professional Director, Choreographer and Musical Director and appear onstage here at New Wimbledon Theatre - contact jessicawilliams@theambassadors.com for an application form. Get your splurge gun at the ready- it’s going to be HUGE!

★★★★

FRIDAY – SATURDAY 7PM

TICKETS £15.50

ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - £13.25 tickets

THE TIMES

Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem... expect to be surprised! For children aged three and above. Running time: approx 55 minutes (no interval).

LONDON THEATRE

SATURDAY MATINEE 2PM

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‘A NEW BRITISH HIT IS BORN’

★★★★

‘THIS TIGER IS THE CAT’S MEOW’

TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.45PM SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM

FRIDAY 1.30PM AND 4.30PM SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 11AM AND 2PM

TICKETS £18 ATG THEATRE CARD BEST OFFER - £12

TICKETS FROM £15.65 GROUPS BEST OFFER - £10 PER TICKET FOR GROUPS OF 10+

BEST NEW MUSICAL 2016 NOMINATION (OFF WEST END) NWS

FAMILY TICKETS AVAILABLE

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THURSDAY 21ST — SATURDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER

★★★★

‘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. | 22 |

★★★★

‘WONDERFUL’ THE EXPRESS

★★★★

‘MEMORABLE’ METRO

MONDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £17.90

ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - £10 off Monday 25th September

GROUPS BEST OFFER £4 off per ticket for groups of 10+ Tuesday - Thursday SENIOR RATES AVAILABLE

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MONDAY 2ND — SATURDAY 7TH OCTOBER

STAGECOACH Stagecoach Wimbledon is delighted to have opened new classes at New Wimbledon Theatre in 2017. Unlock your child’s potential with Stagecoach Performing Arts. ASK ABOUT OUR TWO WEEK TRIAL or visit stagecoach.co.uk/wimbledon Find out more today. Call 0208 946 3400 or email wimbledon@stagecoach.co.uk Stagecoach Performing Arts Schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach is a registered trademark of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Ltd.

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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.

MONDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM

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.

TICKETS FROM £17.90

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!

THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM

ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - Half price Monday 2nd October

GROUPS BEST OFFER £5 off per ticket for groups of 10+ Monday - Thursday Plus 1 in 10 free STAR CAST TO BE ANNOUNCED

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TUESDAY 7TH — DAY DATE MONTH SATURDAY 11TH — DAY DATE MONTH NOVEMBER

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. | 26 |

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 7th November GROUPS BEST OFFER £4 off per ticket for groups of 10+ Tuesday - Thursday MUST SEE MUSICAL

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TUESDAY 14TH — SATURDAY 18TH NOVEMBER

TUESDAY 21ST — SATURDAY 25TH NOVEMBER

A NEW MUSICAL

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WARNER BROWN WAR RN BRO W Featuring the songs of

DUSTY D US TY Y SPRINGFIELD SP RII N GF Directed & Choreographed by

HORWOOD CRAIG REVEL REV E L H ORW

THREE TALES OF LOVE AND THE GROOVY LITTLE PLACE IT ALL BEGAN Three broken hearts, one Soho hang-out, and the only man who could ever help them… With original story and book by Warner Brown, Son of a Preacher Man is the sparklingly funny and sweetly touching new musical featuring the greatest hits of Dusty Springfield, directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood. So you know just what to do with yourself – book your tickets now! TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM

FUNNIER THAN THE BLACK DEATH! Lovingly ripped off from the hugely successful 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot is a riotous comedy full of misfit knights, killer rabbits, dancing nuns and ferocious Frenchmen. Join King Arthur as he travels with his hapless Knights of the Round Table on a divine mission to locate the illusive Holy Grail – with uproarious consequences. Winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best New Musical the hilarious Spamalot is written by Python legend Eric Idle and John DuPrez. TUESDAY – SATURDAY 7.30PM THURSDAY AND SATURDAY MATINEES 2.30PM

TICKETS FROM £15 ATG THEATRE CARD BEST OFFER - HALF PRICE TUESDAY 14TH NOVEMBER GROUPS BEST OFFER - £3 OFF PER TICKET FOR GROUPS OF 6+ TUESDAY - THURSDAY

TICKETS FROM £17.90 ATG THEATRE CARD BEST OFFER - HALF PRICE TUESDAY 21ST NOVEMBER GROUPS BEST OFFER - £5 OFF PER TICKET FOR GROUPS OF 10+ TUESDAY - THURSDAY

A BRAND NEW ORIGINAL STORY

STUDENT NIGHT SPECIAL - £15 WEDNESDAY

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Fe-fi-fo-fum, a giant of a pantomime comes to Wimbledon! For the first time in over 15 years, a mighty beanstalk will grow in SW19 as the giant pantomime adventure Jack and the Beanstalk comes to New Wimbledon Theatre this festive season. Follow Jack and climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to cloudland in the spectacular family pantomime. Doomed to sell his trusty cow, join Jack as he fights to save the beautiful Princess, outwit the evil giant and win riches beyond his wildest dreams, and the hand of the girl he loves. Brought to you by Qdos Entertainment, the world’s biggest pantomime producer, Jack and the Beanstalk features all of the ingredients of a perfect pantomime; a fabulous cast and orchestra, laugh-out-loud comedy, magic beans, bundles of audience participation, stunning scenery and special effects, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses for all the family to enjoy. With star casting to be announced, don’t miss Jack and the Beanstalk at New Wimbledon Theatre. Book your tickets today!

SATURDAY 9TH DECEMBER 2017 – SUNDAY 14TH JANUARY 2018 TICKETS FROM £15 ATG THEATRE CARD Best offer - Half price (see website for full details) GROUPS BEST OFFER 10+ £4 off RELAXED PERFORMANCE 11th January

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CREATIVE LEARNING

ADULT PROGRAMME

YOUTH PROGRAMME

WCTT YOUNG ACTORS COMPANY

PLAYWRITING FOR ADULTS

VERONA’S MUSICAL BALLOON BAND

Have you always wanted to write for stage, TV or film but never got past page one? Then this is definitely the right course for you! Learn all the tricks of the trade from an experienced professional writer, develop your skills, learn new ones and hear a staged reading of work created in our studio theatre at the end of the course. Absolutely NO experience required! For 18+ only.

Verona’s magical participatory sessions for preschoolers and their parents/carers are carefully designed to stimulate speech, co-ordination and motor skills. Join Verona, Betty Bee and Cecil The Balloon Donkey for a morning of songs, movement and fun. Pre-school.

The YAC is free and meets every Sunday in term time in our Studio theatre. We will be auditioning for new members in September 2017. If you wish to join contact Katie at assist_newwimbledon@yahoo.co.uk and register your details.

MONDAYS 7PM – 9.15PM 8 MAY – 17 JULY £175 PER PERSON FOR 10 WEEKS

EVERY MONDAY 10.30AM – 11.15AM 8 MAY – 17 JULY £60 PER PERSON FOR 10 SESSIONS OR £6 PER SESSION

ACTING FOR ADULTS

CLOWNING AND CIRCUS SKILLS

Develop and discover your inner performer! We’re delighted to announce the return of our hugely successful adult acting classes, led by seasoned professional actor Andrew Fettes. Book early for this popular course. For 18+ only.

Big Top half-term fun! Learn a physical comedy routine and discover your inner clown! The perfect half term treat for the comedian in your family! 7-11 years only. TUESDAY 23 JULY 10.30AM – 1PM

MONDAYS 7PM – 9.15PM 8 MAY – 17 JULY £150 PER PERSON FOR 10 WEEKS

TECHNICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP

MUSICAL THEATRE FOR ADULTS

LEARN. CREATE. ENJOY. HAVE FUN. CREATIVE LEARNING IS AT THE HEART OF WHAT WE DO AT NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE. DANCE, THEATRE, CREATIVE WRITING AND MOVEMENT ARE JUST SOME OF WHAT WE OFFER. | 30 |

This fun course for adults is led by a seasoned singer, actress and teacher and aims to develop your singing and acting skills at South London’s home of quality musical theatre! Course fee includes cost of musical accompanist. For 18+ only. MONDAYS 7PM – 9.15PM 8 MAY – 17 JULY £200 PER PERSON FOR 10 WEEKS

NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE CHOIR Join our lunchtime choir and sing your heart out! All ability levels are welcome. Our spring choir sold out very quickly so book your place now! EVERY MONDAY 1PM – 2.15PM 8MAY – 17 JULY £70 PER PERSON FOR 10 SESSIONS

Find out what goes on behind the scenes alongside our highly experienced technical staff. Rig lights, work a theatre soundboard and learn how to fly in a set in this practical handson workshop in our studio theatre. 12-16 years THURSDAY 25 JULY 10.30AM – 4PM | £60

SUMMER SCHOOLS JUST DANCE ONE WEEK INTENSIVE Have fun, make new friends, develop your dance skills, and perform at the end of the week - no matter what your experience level. MONDAY 24 – FRIDAY 28 JULY 10.30AM – 3.30PM AGES 8-18 YEARS | £150

BOOKING CONTACTS Box Office – 0844 871 7646* Groups and schools – 0207 206 1175* ATGTICKETS.COM/Wimbledon CREATIVE LEARNING ENQUIRIES Jessica Williams Learning and Development Officer jessicawilliams@theambassadors.com 020 8545 7910 Andy Alty Creative Learning Manager andrewalty@theambassadors.com 020 8545 7909 /WCTTrust @CL_Wimbledon *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.

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DIARY APRIL Tue 28 Mar - Sat 1

JUNE Sunny Afternoon

2.30pm (Thur & Sat) 7.30pm Sat 2.45pm, 7.45pm Sun 2.45pm

Sat 17

Kevin & Karen Dance

7.30pm

Thur 29

The Illegal Eagles

7.30pm

Fri 30

Laughing Boy Comedy

8pm

Laughing Boy Comedy

8pm

Tue 1 - Sat 5

Shout!

2.30pm (Thur & Sat) 7.30pm

Wed 9 & Sun 27

RSC Live: Titus Andronicus

7pm

Sat 19

Joe McElderry

7.30pm

Fri 25 - Sat 26

Stage Experience: Bugsy Malone

2pm (Sat) 7.00pm

Tue 5 - Sat 23

Muted

2.30pm (Sat) 7.45pm

Fri 8 - Sun 10

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

Fri 1.30pm & 4.30pm Sat 11am & 2pm Sun 11am & 2pm

Thur 21 - Sat 30

Cabaret

2.30pm (Wed & Sat) 7.30pm

Thur 28

RSC Live: Cymbeline

7pm

Mon 2 - Sat 7

Flashdance

2.30pm (Thur & Sat) 7.30pm

Tue 7 - Sat 11

Cilla

2.30pm (Wed, Thur & Sat) 7.30pm

Sat 8 - Sun 9

A Midsummer Nights Dream

Tue 11 - Sat 15

Matthew Bourne's production 2.30pm (Thur & Sat) 7.30pm of The Red Shoes Thur 13 7.30pm

JULY

Tue 18 - Sat 22

Drowning on Dry Land

2.30pm (Sat) 7.45pm

Fri 28

Fri 21 - Sat 22

Footloose

7.30pm

Mon 24 - Sat 29

Grease

Mon - Thur 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 5pm & 8.30pm

Wed 26

RSC Live: Julius Ceasar

7pm

Fri 28

Laughing Boy Comedy

8pm

Sun 30

The Knights of Music

7.30pm

Wonderland

2.30pm (Thur & Sat) 7.30pm Wed 3 7.30pm

AUGUST

MAY Tue 2 - Sat 6

Tue 2 - Sat 6

Pinot The Musical

10.30am & 1.30pm 2pm & 4.30pm (Sat)

Wed 10

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

7.30pm

Thur 11

Nights on Broadway: The Bee Gees Story

7.30pm

Sat 13 - Sun 14

My First Ballet: Cinderella

Sat 11am, 2pm & 5pm Sun 11an & 3pm

Sun 14

RSC Live: Julius Ceasar

7pm

Tur 16 - Sat 20

The Addams Family

Tue 7pm Wed 2.30pm & 7.30pm Thur 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8.30pm Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm

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OCTOBER

Tur 16 - Sat 20

Fascinatin' Rhythm

2.45pm (Thur & Sat) 7.45pm

NOVEMBER

Fri 26

Laughing Boy Comedy

8pm

Tue 14 - Sat 18

Son of a Preacher Man

Mon 29 - Sat 3 June

I Am My Own Wife

2.30pm (Sat) 7.45pm

2.30pm (Thur & Sat) 7.30pm

Tue 21 - Sat 25

Spamalot

Wed 31

Psychic Sally

7.30pm

2.30pm (Thur & Sat) 7.30pm

Sun 9 - Sun 14 Jan

Jack and the Beanstalk

see website for details

Thur 1

That'll Be The Day

7.30pm

Sat 3 - Sun 4

Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom

Sat 1pm & 4pm Sun 10am & 1pm

Sun 11

RSC Live: Anthony & Cleopatra

7pm

Tue 13 - Sat 17

Pinot The Musical

10.30am & 1.30pm Sat 2pm & 4.30pm

JUNE

ATGTICKETS.COM/Plan-your-visit

SEPTEMBER

For more shows please look through your What’s On guide or visit ATGTICKETS.COM/Wimbledon

NWT - New Wimbledon Theatre NWS - New Wimbledon Studio

Audio-Described Performance

Signed Performance

Captioned Performance

Touch Tour

Relaxed Performance

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BOOKING INFORMATION ❚ BUY YOUR TICKETS

ATGTICKETS.COM/Wimbledon*

All: 0844 871 7646* ATG Theatre Card: 0844 871 7633* Groups: 0207 206 1175* Or you can call in person. Our Box Office is open Monday – Saturday 10am – 8pm (6pm on nonshow day). Sunday show day 5pm – 8pm.

*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/Wimbledon /NewWimbledonTheatre @NewWimbTheatre

❚ PLAN YOUR VISIT

We are easy to find and for information on parking, pre theatre drinks and hospitality please visit; ATGTICKETS.COM/Wimbledon New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1QG

*6 hours parking after 6pm when ticket is validated at the Theatre or Odeon

❚ 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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❚ EQUAL ACCESS FOR EVERYONE

We offer a wide range of access performances including; audio described, captioned, relaxed, signed and touch tour. 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 0844 871 7677 (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.

❚ 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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THE BROADWAY, WIMBLEDON SW19 1QG ATGTICKETS.COM/Wimbledon* | NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE 0844 871 7646* *Fees apply. Calls cost up to 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.


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