SUMMER 2012 MATTHEW BOURNE’S
MUSIC BY TCHAIKOVSKY TUE 10 - SAT 14 APR
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SUMMER 2012
COMES TO THE NEW THEATRE OXFORD TUE 11 - SAT 15 SEP
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WELCOME I am once again delighted to be playing host to such a wonderful variety of quality shows here at the New Theatre. We are thrilled to welcome the stunning Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!, the outrageous Avenue Q and the West End smash-hit Legally Blonde to Oxford for the first time. It is also lovely to welcome Oxford Operatic Society (Thoroughly Modern Millie) and UK Productions (42nd Street) back to the New Theatre. Midnight Tango played an almost sell-out week with us in 2011 so I would advise early booking for Vincent and Flavia’s return visit in July. December is set to be an exciting month at the theatre as we play host to Dolly Parton’s brand new musical 9 to 5 and for Christmas we have
the return of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Starlight Express. We also have the usual fantastic selection of concerts, comedy, family shows, opera and dance something for everyone. There’s also our exclusive membership scheme ATG Theatre Card which boasts a number of theatre (and non-theatre) benefits. Our members pay no booking fees on most shows, receive priority show notifications, discounted tickets and 10% discount at the bar. These benefits can be enjoyed in all 39 of the ATG theatres nationwide. If you want to enhance your theatre experience further, why not come along on one of our Backstage Tours? These are run on a Saturday morning, and offer you the opportunity to
see behind the scenes and visit lots of areas not usually accessible to the general public. Sometimes there is also the chance to have a close up look at the set for whichever show is on stage that week. Visit the website for dates, times and prices. Our Club Lounge VIP Experience is proving extremely popular already this year. If you haven’t visited our glass enclosed area in the stalls bar, why not upgrade your next visit and make it even more special? More details and online booking available on the website. We also have opportunities for room hire and corporate entertaining. We can create packages to suit your needs just email jamiebaskeyfield@ theambassadors.com with your requirements and we can put a proposal together for you. On behalf of my team, I look forward to seeing you at a performance at the New Theatre and trust you will have a very enjoyable experience!
Jamie Baskeyfield General Manager
A BRAND SPANKIN' NEW MUSICAL FROM DOLLY PARTON MON 3 - SAT 8 DEC 3
DIARY APRIL HORRIBLE HISTORIES THE TERRIBLE TUDORS & THE VILE VICTORIANS TUE 3 - SAT 7 APR MATTHEW BOURNE’S NUTCRACKER! TUE 10 - SAT 14 APR PAUL MERTON MON 16 APR THE SOLID SILVER 60S SHOW 2012 WED 18 APR SCIENCE MUSEUM LIVE SAT 21 APR AVENUE Q MON 23 - SAT 28 APR THE OSMONDS MON 30 APR MAY COUNT ARTHUR STRONG’S COMMAND PERFORMANCE TUE 1 MAY JETHRO TULL’S IAN ANDERSON WED 2 MAY LA TRAVIATA THU 3 MAY MADAMA BUTTERFLY FRI 4 & SAT 5 MAY LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU TUE 8 MAY BRIT FLOYD THE PINK FLOYD SH0W WED 9 MAY SUPER TROUPER FRI 11 MAY ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN SAT 12 MAY RAMIN IN CONCERT: RAMIN KARIMLOO TUE 15 MAY SALLY MORGAN WED 16 MAY RHOD GILBERT THU 17 MAY BACK FOR GOOD FRI 18 MAY
THE JOHNNY CASH STORY SAT 19 MAY
LEVEL 42 SUN 7 OCT
THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE OXFORD OPERATIC SOCIETY TUE 22 - SAT 26 MAY
AL MURRAY FRI 19 OCT
SIMON AMSTELL SUN 27 MAY JUNE 42ND STREET TUE 5 - SAT 9 JUN
JEPHTHA WELSH NATIONAL OPERA TUE 23 OCT COSÌ FAN TUTTE WELSH NATIONAL OPERA WED 24 OCT
OUT OF THE BLUE MON 11 & TUE 12 JUN
LA BOHÈME WELSH NATIONAL OPERA THU 25 OCT
BUDDY HOLLY A LEGEND REBORN WED 13 JUN
COSÌ FAN TUTTE WELSH NATIONAL OPERA FRI 26 OCT
FLAWLESS & ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET THU 14 & FRI 15 JUN
LA BOHÈME WELSH NATIONAL OPERA SAT 27 OCT
THE WIGGLES LIVE IN CONCERT SAT 16 JUN
JOOLS HOLLAND SUN 28 OCT
JULY THE HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY RADIO SHOW LIVE! SUN 1 JUL MIDNIGHT TANGO MON 2 & TUE 3 JUL JIVE TALKIN’ FRI 6 JUL THE DRIFTERS SAT 7 JUL DREAMBOATS & PETTICOATS MON 9 - SAT 14 JUL AUGUST FRANKIE BOYLE FRI 31 AUG & SAT 1 SEP SEPTEMBER LEGALLY BLONDE TUE 11 - SAT 15 SEP ALAN DAVIES FRI 28 SEP MARK WATSON SAT 29 SEP OCTOBER STOMP MON 1 - SAT 6 OCT
NOVEMBER CHICAGO MON 5 - SAT 10 NOV ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS MON 12 NOV KEVIN BRIDGES TUE 13 NOV JASON BYRNE SAT 17 NOV JOAN ARMATRADING SUN 18 NOV PETER ANDRE TUE 20 NOV GREG DAVIES THU 22 NOV ROSS NOBLE SAT 24 NOV DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST OXFORD OPERATIC SOCIETY TUE 27 NOV - SAT 1 DEC DECEMBER 9 TO 5 MON 3 - SAT 8 DEC STARLIGHT EXPRESS TUE 11 - SAT 29 DEC
PERFECT EASTER TREAT FOR ALL THE FAMILY
★★★★ ‘THE AUDITORIUM SEEMED FIT TO COMBUST SPONTANEOUSLY IN AN EXPLOSION OF JOY AND EXCITEMENT’ THE TIMES
‘NO CHILD OR ADULT SHOULD BE DENIED THE CHANCE TO SEE THIS; LIVE THEATRE - AND HISTORY - AT ITS RIP ROARING BEST!’ TIMES EDUCATIONAL SUPPLEMENT TOURING TALES PRESENT
DIRECTED BY PHIL CLARK We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and ground-breaking 3D special effects, these two astounding shows - Terrible Tudors and Vile Victorians are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips.
TERRIBLE TUDORS From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope. Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience!
TUE 3 - SAT 7 APR Terrible Tudors Tue & Thu eves 7pm Wed, Fri & Sat mat 2pm Vile Victorians Wed & Fri eves 7pm Thu 2pm Sat 10.30am TICKETS £10 - £16 (Premium seats available)
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VILE VICTORIANS
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What exactly did a baby farmer do? Can you escape the misery of the mines or the filth of the factories? Do your best to dodge the rotten railway and prepare for the Charge of the Light Brigade!
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A NEW ADVENTURES PRODUCTION
MATTHEW BOURNE’S
MUSIC BY TCHAIKOVSKY
‘SPINE-TINGLING THEATRICAL EFFECTS’ GUARDIAN, DEC 2011
‘BOURNE'S CHARACTER SKETCHES ARE AS SHARP AS THE COSTUMES - A MASTER CARICATURIST’ EVENING STANDARD, DEC 2011 20 6
THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY PRODUCTION
One of the most popular dance productions ever staged in the UK, Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker! makes its first visit to the New Theatre Oxford to celebrate its 20 th anniversary for one week only. This delicious theatrical feast has family-sized helpings of Matthew Bourne’s trademark wit, pathos and magical fantasy. Nutcracker! follows Clara’s bittersweet journey from a hilariously bleak Christmas Eve at Dr. Dross’ Orphanage, through a shimmering, ice-skating winter wonderland to the scrumptious candy kingdom of Sweetieland. Tchaikovsky’s glorious score and Anthony Ward’s unforgettable sets and costumes combine with sizzling choreography to create a fresh and charmingly irreverent interpretation of the traditional favourite. Hailed by The Observer as ‘THE UNDISPUTED KING OF DANCE THEATRE’, Matthew Bourne’s company New Adventures has produced some of the most successful dance productions of the last two decades including Swan Lake, Edward Scissorhands and last year’s sell-out hit, Cinderella.
‘THERE IS NO DENYING ITS SNAP, CRACKLE AND POP!’ DAILY EXPRESS, DEC 2011 Photography: Bill Cooper, Hugo Glendinning, Eric Richmond
TUE 10 - SAT 14 APR Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS £13 - £32.50 (Premium seats available)
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‘THE BEST MUSICAL OF THE DECADE’ BANNER CHRISTOPHER HART, SUNDAY TIMES
‘Q STANDS FOR QUITE SIMPLY THE BEST SHOW IN TOWN. GO NOW AND GO AGAIN AND AGAIN’ SKY NEWS
‘THE FUNNIEST THING I’VE EVER SEEN’ KISS FM
After nearly five years of mischief, bad behaviour and political incorrectness, London’s funniest show by far is hitting the road. The Tony Award winning Avenue Q is the irresistibly charming musical about the lovably hopeless characters on a downtown New York street trying to make sense of life’s burning issues: love, work, relationships and, above all, just how are you supposed to pay the bills with a BA in English? Hilarious and uproariously entertaining, with a terrific batch of songs performed by a cast of hugely talented performers and puppets, Avenue Q is a musical like no other. So don’t let your life suck - book your tickets today!
★★★★★ SUNDAY TIMES, NEWS OF THE WORLD, SUNDAY EXPRESS, ABSOLUTE RADIO, SMOOTH FM, MAGIC FM
‘ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT. WE NEARLY DIED LAUGHING’ ABSOLUTE RADIO
‘CROSS SESAME STREET WITH THE MUPPET SHOW, GIVE IT AN X RATING AND CLAP ON A GOVERNMENT HEALTH WARNING THAT TOO MUCH LAUGHTER CAN MAKE YOUR SIDES ACHE AND YOU'VE GOT AVENUE Q’ RADIO 2 Not suitable for children under 12
MON 23 - SAT 28 APR Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 4pm & 7.30pm TICKETS £12 - £31.50 (Premium seats available)
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BACKSTAGE TOURS SNEAK A PEEK BEHIND THE MAGIC! PUBLIC TOURS AT THE NEW THEATRE
BEAUTIFUL OPERA DEREK BLOCK & BLACKBURN INTERNATIONAL PROUDLY PRESENT TWO ELLEN KENT PRODUCTIONS
The New Theatre tours offer an exciting way to see the theatre from a truly unique perspective. Tread the boards of our prestigious stage and experience what your favourite performers from stage, screen and the music world enjoy every time they visit. Tours start at 10.30am and last around one and a half hours. They take you on an exciting journey around the backstage areas, including our haunted dressing room, historic sub-stage revolve and, of course, on to our vast and momentous stage. Packed full of fascinating stories and in depth history, come to listen, come to learn or just come to soak up the wonderful atmosphere of one of Oxford’s oldest and most revered theatres! SAT 14 APR MATTHEW BOURNE’S NUTCRACKER! SAT 28 APR AVENUE Q SAT 14 JUL DREAMBOATS & PETTICOATS PRICES Adults £8 Concessions £6.50 Family (4 - 9 people) £6 per person Groups 10+ £5.50 per person Theatre Card Members £5 Tickets are available for purchase at the New Theatre Box Office, ATG Tickets 0844 871 3020 or online at www.atgtickets.com/oxford For bespoke tours please contact our Group Sales team directly on 01865 320770 or oxfordgroups@theambassadors.com to discuss details. We can tailor tours to suit any groups big or small, old or young. Advance booking is essential. Ticket is for guided-tour only.
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FEATURING THE INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED UKRAINIAN NATIONAL OPERA OF KHARKIV
LA TRAVIATA THE LOVE STORY THAT GRIPPED PARIS A tragic tale of searing passion and memorable music, La Traviata is Verdi’s outstanding interpretation of one of the most popular love stories of the 19th century, La dame aux Camelias. Highlights include the Brindisi, the duet Un Di Felice and Violetta’s haunting aria Addio Del Passato.
MADAMA BUTTERFLY Back by overwhelming public demand, Ellen Kent’s award-winning opera returns, with exquisite sets and spectacular costumes. Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant - with dramatic results. THU 3 MAY La Traviata 7.30pm FRI 4 - SAT 5 MAY Madama Butterfly 7.30pm With handpicked soloists, a highly-praised chorus, and full orchestra. These productions will be sung in Italian with English subtitles.
TICKETS £25 - £40 ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off all tickets C G E F Details page 35
THOROUGHLY MADCAP FUN! BOOK BY
RICHARD MORRIS NEW MUSIC BY
JEANINE TESORI NEW LYRICS BY
DICK SCANLAN
Filled with frisky flappers, dashing leading men and a dragon-lady of a villainess audiences will love to hate, Thoroughly Modern Millie is a perfectly constructed evening of madcap merriment. Taking place in New York City in 1922, Thoroughly Modern Millie tells the story of young Millie Dillmount, who has moved to the city in search of a new life for herself. It’s a New York full of intrigue and jazz - a time when women were entering the workforce and the rules of love and social behaviour were changing forever. Based on the popular movie, the stage version of Thoroughly Modern Millie includes a full score of new songs and bright dance numbers. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD on behalf of MUSIC THEATER INTERNATIONAL of New York
TUE 22 - SAT 26 MAY Tue- Sat eves 7.30pm Sat mat 2.30pm TICKETS £16 - £22 ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off all perfs. (Prices A - C) G C F Details page 35
Original story and screenplay by Richard Morris for Universal Pictures Film. Originally produced for Broadway by Michael Leavitt, Fox Theatricals, Hal Luftig, Stewart F. Lane, James L. Nederlander, Independent Presenters Network. L. Mages/M. Glick Berinstein/Manochenan/Dramatic Forces, John York Noble & Whoopi Goldberg
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COME AND MEET THOSE DANCING FEET
STARRING
DAVE WILLETTS & MARTI WEBB Winner of the 1980 Tony Award for Best New Musical and the 2001 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical: 42nd Street the timeless, inspiring tale of small town Peggy Sawyer’s rise from chorus line to Broadway star. And those songs! Lullaby of Broadway, We’re in the Money, Shuffle Off to Buffalo, Keep Young and Beautiful, I Only Have Eyes For You and the spectacular title number, danced down a flight of steps that lights up as brightly as the faces of the cast. Audiences will find out what it’s like to float up to Musical Comedy Heaven. Directed by the show’s author and Broadway director Mark Bramble, the show features the stunning sets and costumes from the US production.
‘A TOP NIGHT OF ENTERTAINMENT’ THE SCOTSMAN
‘SUPERBLY STAGED AND IMPECCABLY DANCED’ SURREY ADVERTISER
‘TAPTASTIC!’ NOTTINGHAM EVENING POST
‘QUALITY STREET’ OXFORD MAIL TUE 5 - SAT 9 JUN Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS £12 - £29.50 (Premium seats available)
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A FUSION OF STREET DANCE, ACROBATICS AND BALLET FLAWLESS and ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET in
AGAINST TIME STREETDANCE GOES CLASSICAL
★★★★ ‘THE PACING IS IMMACULATE’ DAILY EXPRESS ON FLAWLESS
★★★★★ ‘BRAVOS TO THEM ALL’ FINANCIAL TIMES ON ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET
This incredible partnership sees English National Ballet and World Dance Champions Flawless in Against Time - a thrilling fusion of streetdance, acrobatics and ballet. The story follows the battle between the students of The Academy of Excellence and an evil manipulator who plans to end dance by stopping time. Four of the students set off on a quest to stop him, and along the journey the boys from Flawless and the ballerinas celebrate all that is great about dance in 2012. Following a performance at the O2, Flawless and English National Ballet collaborate again to generate dance fireworks. 14
Against Time is a co-production between English National Ballet and World Dance Management created by Flawless and Jenna Lee
THU 14 - FRI 15 JUN Thu eve 7.30pm Fri 4.30pm & 8.30pm TICKETS £11 - £26 (Premium seats available)
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A DAZZLING EVENING OF DANCE NOT TO BE MISSED! PRESENTED BY ARLENE PHILLIPS AND ADAM SPIEGEL
THE STARS OF STRICTLY COME DANCING IN THE THEATRICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR
★★★★ ‘A FEEL-GOOD EVENING. HUGELY ENTERTAINING’ DAILY EXPRESS
★★★★ ‘STAR PRESENCE AND POISE DANCED WITH EXUBERANT DELIGHT’ INDEPENDENT
ONLY 3 SHOWS! Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace have dazzled television audiences for seven series of the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing with their stunning Tango routines. And now they’re back by incredible popular demand with Midnight Tango - a breathtaking evening bringing all the drama, sensuality and elegance of this most exciting of dance forms to life. Vincent and Flavia’s mesmerising choreography and fiery chemistry command the floor with explosive Tango routines, gravity-defying moves and feather-light footwork. Set in a late night bar in downtown Buenos Aires and featuring some of the finest Tango dancers in the world and live music, Midnight Tango takes you on a journey into the heart of this intoxicating city. As danger and excitement, joy and jealousy, pain and passion all combine - this is a spectacular and explosive evening not to be missed! www.midnighttango.co.uk Production photography by Manuel Harlan
MON 2 - TUE 3 JUL Mon - Tue eves 7.30pm Tue mat 2.30pm TICKETS £13.50 - £35.50 (Premium seats available)
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BILL KENWRIGHT AND LAURIE MANSFIELD IN ASSOCIATION WITH UNIVERSAL MUSIC PRESENT
BOOK BY LAURENCE MARKS & MAURICE GRAN
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THE SMASH HIT MUSICAL DIRECT FROM THE WEST END
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 four albums in the Dreamboats and Petticoats series sent the message loud and clear. With over 2 million copies sold and several weeks at the Number One spot in the compilation charts, the Great British public were saying that they didn’t just want to listen to pure nostalgia: they’d love to see it as well. In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition - and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock ‘n’ roll fame beckons. Featuring classic tracks from Roy Orbison, The Shadows, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury and many more, including Let’s Dance, To Know 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 hits from music’s golden era! Dreamboats and Petticoats - the songs will live forever!
‘I LOVED EVERY MOMENT’
MON 9 - SAT 14 JUL Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS £13.50 - £29.50 (Premium seats available)
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DAILY TELEGRAPH
‘A GREAT ROCKIN’ EVENING’ DAILY EXPRESS
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‘THE BEST SHOW I’VE EVER SEEN.
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BRILLIANT’
SCOTT MILLS, BBC RADIO 1
‘RIGHT UP THERE ALONGSIDE MAMMA MIA AND HAIRSPRAY’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH
DIRECT FROM 3 TRIUMPHANT YEARS IN THE WEST END! ‘SIMPLY BLOWS OTHER MUSICALS OUT OF THE WATER. SENSATIONAL’ THE SUN
‘RIDICULOUSLY ENJOYABLE FROM START TO FINISH. PERFECTION’ THE INDEPENDENT
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‘HYSTERICALLY FUNNY’ THE MAIL ON SUNDAY The international award-winning hit Legally Blonde The Musical is coming to Oxford. Winner of 7 major awards including the coveted Best Musical 2011 (Olivier Awards) this all singing, all dancing romantic comedy is about knowing who you are and showing what you’ve got! Elle Woods can handle anything. So when her boyfriend, Warner, dumps her she decides to follow him to Harvard Law School and win him back. With some help from new-found friends Paulette, Emmett and her chihuahua Bruiser, she learns that it’s so much better to be smart. Directed by Tony and Olivier Award winner Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray), Legally Blonde The Musical is the funniest and most fabulous musical around. The best show in town, case closed.
★★★★★ TIME OUT
TUE 11 - SAT 15 SEP Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS £19.50 - £39.50 (Premium seats available)
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THE INTERNATIONAL SMASH HIT COMES TO OXFORD
‘PURE STAGE MAGIC, YOU’LL BE DANCING IN YOUR SEATS’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
‘ENTRANCING, EXHILARATING, TERRIFIC’ THE INDEPENDENT
Stomp, the British theatrical sensation that has become a true phenomenon, comes to Oxford in October to celebrate an astonishing 20 years of bringing foot-stamping, finger-drumming, adrenalinrushing joy to audiences across the globe. If you have never experienced Stomp then this is your chance to see why this breathtaking show continues to thrill audiences worldwide. With a universal language of rhythm, theatre, comedy and dance, eight performers use everything from Zippo lighters and plastic bags to bin lids and even the kitchen sink to hammer out an explosively feel-good rhythm.
‘IF YOU HAVEN’T SEEN STOMP, GO! IF YOU HAVE SEEN IT, TAKE SOMEONE WHO HASN’T AND SHARE THE PLEASURE’ BOSTON HERALD 20
www.stomp.co.uk
MON 1 - SAT 6 OCT Mon - Thu 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8.30pm Sat 4pm & 7.30pm TICKETS £12 - £29.50 ATG THEATRE CARD £10 off Mon. £5 off Tue - Thu and Fri 5pm (Prices A - C) G E C Details page 35
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WELSH NATIONAL OPERA AUTUMN 2012
‘POWERFULLY GRIPPING’ THE DAILY TELEGRAPH ON JEPHTHA
LA BOHÈME Puccini’s La bohème is one of the greatest love stories ever sung. A major new production by Annabel Arden set in Edwardian Paris. Sung in Italian with surtitles in English
COSÌ FAN TUTTE Benjamin Davis’ warm and funny production is set on the British seaside in the early 1960s. Sung in Italian with surtitles in English
JEPHTHA Katie Mitchell’s electrifying staging of Handel’s searing oratorio is a heart-stopping and poignant experience. Sung in English with surtitles in English
Visit wno.org.uk for detailed casting, videos, story summaries and music clips.
‘AN ADVENTURE OF THE SPIRIT, A JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY’ DAVID POUTNEY CHIEF EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR (ON WNO’S 2012/2013 SEASON)
TUE 23 - SAT 27 OCT Jephtha Tue 7pm Così fan tutte Wed & Fri 7pm La bohème Thu & Sat 7.15pm TICKETS £15 - £54 GENERAL ON SALE MON 16 APR ATG THEATRE CARD £7.50 off if booked before Fri 27 Jul. £5 off if booked from Sat 28 Jul EARLY BOOKING OFFER £10 off if booked before Fri Jul 27 (Prices A - B, concessionary tickets only) FREE PRE-PERFORMANCE TALKS Jephtha Tue 23 Oct 6pm Così fan tutte Wed 24 Oct 6pm G E Details page 35
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THE SEXY, SASSY WEST END SMASH HIT RETURNS
‘MURDER, GREED, CORRUPTION, EXPLOITATION, ADULTERY AND TREACHERY - ALL THOSE THINGS WE HOLD NEAR AND DEAR TO OUR HEARTS.’ So begins the international award winning musical, Chicago. Based on real life events back in the roaring 1920s, nightclub singer Roxie Hart shoots her lover and along with Cell Block rival, double-murderess Velma Kelly, they fight to keep from death row with the help of smooth-talking lawyer, Billy Flynn. Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, Chicago’s sexy, sassy score includes All That Jazz and Razzle Dazzle. With 6 Tony, 2 Olivier, 1 Grammy, 2 Bafta and 6 Academy Awards, Chicago truly is ‘THE SHARPEST, SLICKEST SHOW ON THE BLOCK’ THE TIMES A nightclub singer, a double-murderess, a smooth-talking lawyer and a cell block of sin: it would be a crime to miss it. 22
MON 5 - SAT 10 NOV Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm DATES Fri & Sat 5pm & 8.30pm Mon - Tue eves 7.30pm TICKETS £12 - £32.50 Wed 2.30pm & 7.30pm (Premium seats available) TICKETS £ ATG THEATRE CARD (Premium seats available) Half price Mon. £5 off ATG- Thu Tue THEATRE & Fri 5pm CARD Offer (All prices and premium) G E C Details F Details page page 35 35
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’EM W SHO ’S O WH S! BOS
WRITTEN BY
PATRICIA RESNICK MUSIC & LYRICS BY
DOLLY PARTON FRIENDSHIP, GOSSIP, POISON, MURDER? THESE GIRLS HAVE ALL OF THE FUN! 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is a hilarious new musical comedy, based on the hit movie and centres on three office workers who turn the tables on their sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot of a boss. They conspire to take control of the company and learn there’s nothing they can’t do - even in a man’s world. Outrageous, thoughtprovoking and even a little romantic, 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is about teaming up and taking care of business. FEISTY, FUN AND OH SO FABULOUS! This show features Dolly Parton’s original hit title song, 9 to 5 which won her an Oscar nomination and 4 Grammy Award nominations along with her new Tony® and Grammy nominated score. With 18 original numbers, including Backwoods Barbie and Shine Like the Sun, that mix Broadway and pop with Dolly’s signature witty lyrics, it will have you kicking up your heels. Leave your daily grind behind and join in on the fun. Based on the 20th Century Fox Picture Originally produced on Broadway by Robert Greenblatt, April 2009
MON 3 - SAT 8 DEC Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mat 2.30pm TICKETS £15 - £35 (Premium seats available)
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BILL KENWRIGHT BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS
ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S ‘DAZZLING’ MUSICAL THE TIMES
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‘A MUSICAL THAT SURPASSES EVERYTHING AROUND IN EVERY DIMENSION’ DAILY EXPRESS
‘YOU HAVE TO SEE IT, AND STILL YOU WON’T BELIEVE IT’ DAILY TELEGRAPH
‘EXTREMELY IMPRESSIVE, SUPERB, IT’S A REAL KNOCK-OUT’ BRITISH THEATRE GUIDE
‘A ROCK SOLID ROLLER SKATING MUSICAL SENSATIONAL’
‘EXPLOSIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN EVERY SENSE. UNMISSABLE’ THE JOURNAL
THE HERALD
A NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE PRODUCTION
Bill Kenwright presents one of the best loved, longest running and most unique musicals in theatrical history. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Rock-On-Roller skating sensation Starlight Express explodes back onto the Oxford stage this Christmas. Light years ahead of the rest, this futuristic tale about love and hope in the face of adversity promises to take you on the ride of a lifetime - with two hours of speed, spectacle, energy and turbo charged excitement, combined with an electrifying sound track, dazzling sets and costumes, some of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s most memorable musical hits and extraordinary nonstop roller-choreography by TV’s favourite dance show judge Arlene Phillips. It’s a Christmas treat for all the family. So, put your skates on and get down to the New Theatre as the race is truly back on!
TUE 11 - SAT 29 DEC Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed mats 2.30pm Sat mats 2.30pm Thu 13, Mon 24, Thu 27, Fri 28 Dec 2.30pm Wed 26 Dec 3pm (No performances on Mon 10 & Tue 25 Dec, Wed 26 at 7.30pm, No Sunday perfs)
TICKETS £19.50 - £39.50 (Premium seats available)
ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off Tue 11, Wed 12 mat & eve, Mon 17 and Tue 18 (prices A - C and premium) No discounts Mon 24 - Sat 29 Dec or Fri & Sat perfs.
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0844 871 3020 (bkg fee) www.atgtickets.com/oxford
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CONCERTS & COMEDY
PAUL MERTON
THE SOLID SILVER 60s SHOW
OUT OF MY HEAD
WED 18 APR 7.30pm
MON 16 APR 8pm TICKETS £24 C
TICKETS £23 - £27
ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off per ticket
Discover the bizarre workings of Paul Merton’s brain, along with Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster, as he muses on the mighty behemoth that is his noggin. Away from the Have I Got News For You desk Paul Merton proves he’s got legs as a stand-up comedian. A night of sketches, music, magic, variety and dancing girls (two of them aren’t girls).
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Celebrating 27 years of the UK’s original and premier 60s show. Featuring Peter Noone (I’m into Something Good, No Milk Today). From the USA, Chris Montez (Let’s Dance,The More I See You) and Brian Hyland (Ginny Come Lately, Sealed with a Kiss). With Brian Poole (Do You Love Me, Twist and Shout) all backed by Vanity Fare.
SCIENCE MUSEUM LIVE ELECTRIC
THE OSMONDS THE FINAL TOUR
ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL THE FAMILY SAT 21 APR 3pm TICKETS £15.50
UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL PLUS SUPPORT
FAMILY £48 (2 adults, 2 children) G E F
MON 30 APR 7.30pm TICKETS £28.50 - £30.50
Spectacular science, dangerous demonstrations and extraordinary experiments - a fantastic live show to blow your mind and challenge your brain! Fast, furious and frenetically fun, Science Museum Live on Tour will propel you on an exploratory theatrical adventure. Get set for a breathtaking ride that will entertain, inform and inspire. Suitable for age 7+.
For over five decades The Osmond brothers have been entertaining sold out crowds throughout the world and 2012 marks the year of their biggest ever UK Tour. The tour will take fans on a journey through their many unforgettable hits - from classics such as One Bad Apple, Down By The Lazy River, Let Me In and Love Me For A Reason.
COUNT ARTHUR STRONG’S COMMAND PERFORMANCE
JETHRO TULL’S IAN ANDERSON PLAYS THICK AS A BRICK
TUE 1 MAY 8pm TICKETS £16
WED 2 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS £25.50 - £28.50
ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off per ticket
Count Arthur Strong is back, by public demand, with extended dates for his Command Performance. So get your Maltesers out, roll your trouser legs up and sit back and enjoy this wonderful show. Pausing only to glance up from your programme to ask when the interval is. I can guarantee you’ll have never seen anything like it.
In 1972, Ian Anderson wrote and recorded the Jethro Tull Progressive Rock classic album Thick As A Brick. Anderson and fellow musicians John O’Hara, David Goodier, Florian Opahle and Scott Hammond will take to the road to perform the album in its entirety. In addition Anderson and the band will also perform the brand new sequel album, Thick As A Brick 2.
LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU
BRIT FLOYD THE WORLD’S
STARRING JK AS ROBBIE WILLIAMS
GREATEST PINK FLOYD SHOW
TUE 8 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS £19 - £21 C G
WED 9 MAY 8pm TICKETS £28.50
ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off per ticket (top price only) Last in Oxford under the old title of One Night of Robbie Williams, JK returns with the explosive stage show celebrating the music of Robbie. With fantastic stage sets, a huge cast of musicians, singers and dancers this is the biggest show in the world celebrating Stoke’s finest export.
Having performed to over a quarter of a million fans in the UK & Europe in 2011, Brit Floyd are back to perform a brand new show, A Foot In The Door including all of Pink Floyd’s best work, as selected, personally, by the Pink Floyd band members themselves. A Brit Floyd show is truly the genuine reincarnation of the Pink Floyd live experience.
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CONCERTS, PSYCHIC & COMEDY
SUPER TROUPER
ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN
FRI 11 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS £20 C
GARY MULLEN & THE WORKS
ATG THEATRE CARD £1.50 off per ticket
SAT 12 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS £19.50 C G
Super Trouper, formerly Abba Mania, is now accepted as the world’s number one touring production. Featuring a special concert presentation, celebrating the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, reviving special memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. Join in and enjoy all of your favourites including: Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Winner Takes It All, Super Trouper and many more.
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ATG THEATRE CARD £1.50 off per ticket In 2000, Gary Mullen won ITV’s Stars In Their Eyes live grand final, with the largest number of votes ever received in the show’s history. One Night of Queen is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time. This show will rock you!
RAMIN IN CONCERT
SALLY MORGAN
RAMIN KARIMLOO
PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD
TUE 15 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS £20 - £35
WED 16 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS £24 G
Ramin received global acclaim starring in The Phantom of the Opera 25th Anniversary Concert. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see Ramin as he performs stunning new songs from his album and much loved West End favourites including: The Phantom of the Opera, Love Never Dies, and Les Misérables, which Ramin is currently starring in.
Star of Sky LIVING’s Psychic Sally On The Road, Sally’s shows are extremely entertaining thanks to her warm and bubbly personality. You will be witnessing mediumship in its rawest form. Observing how the spirit world can communicate with us from beyond the grave is an enlightening experience. Audiences have been left amazed as she delivers messages with astounding accuracy.
RHOD GILBERT
BACK FOR GOOD
THE MAN WITH THE FLAMING BATTENBERG TATTOO
FRI 18 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS £19.50 C
THU 17 MAY 8pm TICKETS £26
ATG THEATRE CARD £1.50 off per ticket
Recommended age 16+.www.rhodgilbertcomedian.com
With 5 star Ticketmaster reviews nationwide, the boys are back! Recreating the magic of Take That live in concert in their own inimitable style. If you like Take That you will love Back For Good! Sensational dance routines, spectacular costumes and uncanny live performances, you will be singing and dancing within minutes and left with little doubt that you are watching The Greatest Boy Band Of All Time.
THE JOHNNY CASH STORY
SIMON AMSTELL
STARRING ROGER DEAN & THE LAZY BOYS
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Following several sell-out UK tours and best-selling stand-up DVDs, multi -award winning Welsh wonder Rhod Gilbert is back on the road with a brand new live show. A regular on Live At The Apollo and with his own BBC One show Ask Rhod Gilbert, he’s one of the world’s hottest comedians.
SAT 19 MAY 7.30pm TICKETS £21 C ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off per ticket If you saw the film Walk the Line then you will not want to miss this fantastic show! Roger Dean perfectly captures the spirit of Johnny Cash along with his band The Lazy Boys performing classic hits such as Big River, Ring of Fire, I Walk the Line, Sunday Morning Coming Down and Hurt.
SUN 27 MAY 8pm TICKETS £22 The award-winning comedian, actor/screenwriter (Grandma’s House) and presenter (Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Popworld) returns with a brand new stand-up tour for 2012. Intensely vulnerable and painfully honest, Amstell attempts again to heal himself in public, following 2009’s critically acclaimed Do Nothing. With special guest Daniel Simonsen.
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CONCERTS, COMEDY & FAMILY
OUT OF THE BLUE
BUDDY HOLLY
MON 11 - TUE 12 JUN 7.30pm TICKETS £16 C G
A LEGEND REBORN
ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off per ticket
WED 13 JUN 7.30pm TICKETS £23 C
Oxford’s all-male a cappella group and stars of Britain’s Got Talent take to the stage for their annual all-vocal extravaganza, showcasing their awardwinning combination of vibrant vocals, outrageously unprofessional choreography and occasionally intentional comedy for two nights only! ‘BRILLIANT!’ MICHAEL MCINTYRE www.ootb.org.uk www.facebook.com/ootboxford @ootboxford
THE WIGGLES LIVE IN CONCERT SAT 16 JUN 1pm & 4pm TICKETS £16 F The fab four from Australia are very proud to be bringing their world famous live show back to Oxford. They’ll be bringing their big hits such as Hot Potato, Fruit Salad, Rock A Bye Your Bear and Toot Toot Chugga Chugga and more in a show jam packed with audience favourites! Join Jeff, Anthony, Murray, Greg and your friends; Dorothy the Dinosaur, Captain Feathersword, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus and the world famous Wiggly dancers.
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ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off per ticket Starring the 60s icon Jess Conrad, the UK’s number one Buddy Marc Robinson, The Big Bopper from the West End’s Buddy and Tracy Lea as Connie Francis all backed by a band reminiscent of the Crickets in their fifties heyday. Prepare for an evening of nonstop rock ’n’ roll hits including Peggy Sue, That’ll Be The Day and Oh Boy. www.easytheatres.com
THE HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY RADIO SHOW LIVE SUN 1 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS £19.50 - £29.50 C The legendary radio and TV cast are reunited on stage as Douglas Adams’ immortal creation explodes back into life, reborn in this ground-breaking new stage production - a radio show like you’ve never seen before - in surround sound, packed with laughter, robots, really wild sound effects and drinks with silly names. www.hitchhikerslive.com
JIVE TALKIN’
THE DRIFTERS
THE BEE GEES STORY
MASQUERADE TOUR
FRI 6 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS £18.50 C G
SAT 7 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS £25
ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off per ticket Featuring stunningly convincing vocals, the three leading men create a truly emotional musical journey. Career highs include starring in London’s West End, numerous world wide TV appearances and performing live with the Bee Gees themselves! Book early to avoid a tragedy!
As one of the biggest selling groups of all time, The Drifters has featured over 65 different vocalists in almost six decades. Following the successful gold album Up On The Roof released in 2011, The Drifters are back on tour performing hits such as Under The Boardwalk, Save The Last Dance, Up On The Roof and many more. www.theofficialdrifters.com
FRANKIE BOYLE THE LAST DAYS OF SODOM FRI 31 AUG - SAT 1 SEP 8pm TICKETS £26 Frankie Boyle has been pilloried, misrepresented and demonised. And for what? For Telling It Like It Is. Now he will attempt a final tour, to heal Britain’s fools. To support its rioters. To offer the inchoate laughter of despair to a culture in freefall. These are The Last Days of Sodom. Recommended age 16+
ALAN DAVIES LIFE IS PAIN FRI 28 SEP 8pm TICKETS £25 ATG THEATRE CARD £4 off per ticket Over a decade since his last stand-up show, and following a huge tour of Australia in 2011, Alan Davies, the much-loved star of iconic television series such as Jonathan Creek and QI, makes a long-awaited return to live stand-up this autumn. Recommended age 16+
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CONCERTS & COMEDY UPGRADE YOUR EXPERIENCE
MARK WATSON SAT 29 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS £16 Mark Watson was a victim of identity theft. Someone successfully posed as him and took all his money. It made him think about the power of the internet, identity, the way to stop crime forever. He is now ready to present his findings, laced with a barrage of new jokes, stories, observations and anecdotes. Recommended age 16+
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LEVEL 42 PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS SUN 7 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS £27 Level 42 took the 80s by storm with their brand of bass driven jazz funk that came from the underground soul scene of wedge hair cuts, pegged trousers, sharp shoes and soul patrols. Their hits include Running in the Family, Lessons In Love, Leaving Me Now, Hot Water and Something About You.
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A complimentary glass of Prosecco on arrival (or soft drink alternative) and coffee post show You deserve a little extra so please book now! Book in advance to reserve a space or take a chance and ask to be upgraded at the time of your arrival. All for only £15 per person! ATG Theatre Card members just £13.50 per person (Price does not include show ticket)
Either upgrade for today’s show, or book for your next visit.
AUTUMN EVENTS ON SALE NOW AL MURRAY THE ONLY WAY IS EPIC TOUR FRI 19 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS £26.50 Broken Britain may be staring into an empty pint glass, but don’t lose hope - Al Murray The Pub Landlord is back to fill it up again, with an epic new show. The irrepressible Innkeeper will be serving up his premier brew of ale-inspired acumen and bar-room buffoonery this autumn, as part of his 2012 The Only Way is Epic Tour. Parental discretion advised. Show contains adult themes.
JOOLS HOLLAND SUN 28 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS £35.50 Boogie-woogie piano master Jools Holland is set to take his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra on the road once again, with special guest Mark Almond. Also featuring Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, and acclaimed trombonist Rico Rodriguez. A foot-stomping show-stopping performance that never fails to leave the audience wanting more.
ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS MON 12 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS £19.50 - £21 G ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off per ticket Don’t miss this amazing Elvis show with the remarkable tribute artist Lee ‘Memphis’ King - awarded the ultimate accolade of World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist. With a big band to recreate the Elvis Vegas years, multimedia screens and projections.
KEVIN BRIDGES THE STORY CONTINUES TUE 13 NOV 8pm TICKETS £22 Kevin Bridges will be returning to the road in the Autumn of 2012 with a brand new show. The tour will include England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales and his home city of Glasgow. Recommended age 15+
JASON BYRNE PEOPLE’S PUPPETEER SAT 17 NOV 8pm TICKETS £18.50 After the phenomenal success of his Cirque Du Byrne Tour, Jason Byrne is bringing a brand new show back to the cities of Britain. People’s Puppeteer will have new stories, new props, and more of his trademark high octane lunacy. Recommended age 16+
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AUTUMN EVENTS ON SALE NOW JOAN ARMATRADING WITH SPECIAL GUEST CHRIS WOOD SUN 18 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS £29.50 Three times Grammy nominated, Brit award nominee and Ivor Novello winner singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading MBE returns to Oxford. The 2012 tour will see Joan performing Love and Affection amongst many other firm favourites
PETER ANDRE PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS TUE 20 NOV Doors 7pm TICKETS £29.50 - £76 Following a massive arena tour in 2010, selling over 150,000 concert tickets in the process, Peter Andre is back for a UK tour. Over the past few years Peter has released two studio albums, headlined two sold out tours and starred in a hit television series. PRS also awarded him the title of ‘Hardest Working Man in Pop’.
GREG DAVIES THE BACK OF MY MUM’S HEAD THU 22 NOV 8pm TICKETS £21 Best-known as the sardonic Head of Sixth Form, Mr Gilbert, in the BAFTA award-winning The Inbetweeners, the critically acclaimed Greg Davies follows his sell-out, Foster’s comedy award nominated show with a brand new stand-up tour, The Back of My Mum’s Head. Parental guidance
ROSS NOBLE MINDBLENDER SAT 24 NOV 8pm TICKETS £25 After a two year break Ross Noble, the demonic scarecrow himself, is back doing what he does best. Famed for his fiery and fluid freewheeling style, Noble creates comedy gold from tiny particles of random nonsense. Recommended age 15+
JIMMY CARR GAGGING ORDER SAT 2 FEB 2013 8pm TICKETS £26 Brand new show, brand new jokes, same old Jimmy. Gagging Order promises to be an hilarious night out - let’s see shall we. The show will be packed with one-liners, stories and jokes. Some clever, some rude and a few totally unacceptable. Recommended age 16+.
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BOOKING INFORMATION BOX OFFICE New Theatre, George Street, Oxford OX1 2AG IN PERSON Visit the Box Office at the New Theatre Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm (30 minutes after the main act takes to the stage on event nights). Sundays and Public Holidays – open 2 hours before advertised performance time (or 1 hour before for perfs beginning at 11am or earlier) TELEPHONE BOOKINGS 0844 871 3020 Calls charged at national rate, subject to bkg/transaction fee. GROUPS 10+ HOTLINE 0844 871 3040 By phone Mon - Fri 9.30am - 6pm ONLINE www.atgtickets.com/oxford (bkg fee) POSTAL BOOKINGS State the performance and choice of seats, enclosing a cheque or Postal order. Mail to: The Box Office, New Theatre, George Street, Oxford, OX1 2AG. Cheques should be made payable to The Ambassador Theatre Group Venues. Please also include on the back of the cheque the 16 digit card number and expiry date and issue number if there is one. Cheques must be received no less than 1 month prior to the performance date to allow payments to clear before the show. Tickets will be printed and available for collection on the day of the performance. CONCESSIONS Shows with these symbols have the following concessions available:
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C Seniors/Children/Students/ Reg. Unemployed G Groups of 10 or more E Schools F Family 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. CONDITIONS OF SALE Tickets cannot be refunded. We can offer exchanges for a different performance of the same production, subject to availability. We can only exchange tickets for the same value, or higher on payment of the difference. There will be a 10% exchange fee (free for ATG Theatre Card holders). Terms and conditions apply.
GROUPS AND SCHOOLS For events marked this way a group rate applies. Group rates are available for parties of 10 people or more. Group rates do not always apply to each price band. Not always available Friday and Saturday evenings. Different rates apply to some shows. Call the Groups Hotline for details. Special rates are also available for mid-week matinees and schools for selected performances. For full details of the range of prices on offer please call the Groups Hotline on 0844 871 3040. 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. EQUAL ACCESS FOR ALL Services for patrons with disabilities. For further information on our services and facilities including signed performances, captioned and audio described performances please call the Disability Hotline on 01865 320770 (Mon - Fri 9.30am-6pm or via email at access4alloxford@ theambassadors.com Coming into line with the Disability Equality Act of 2010, we have amended our accessible ticketing policy to ensure equality for all patrons. As of Mon 26 Sep, patrons with access requirements will be offered the best seats available based upon: Their choice of price bands and their access requirements. Our staff will always aim to meet a patron’s access requirements within the limitations of seat availability in the patron’s chosen price band. The theatre has space for 4 wheelchairs and 5 companions per performance. There is step-free access to the Box Office and main foyer and a wheelchair lift to take patrons to the wheelchair area of the stalls. HEARING IMPAIRED The theatre has infra-red system. Headsets and loop necklaces available from the Duty Manager. VISUALLY IMPAIRED For a large print version of this brochure, please contact the marketing department on 01865 320773. VENUE IMPROVEMENTS The ticket price for certain shows may include a £1 contribution to the theatre’s restoration fund.
GENERAL INFORMATION All telephone and online bookings made through ticket agents for most shows are subject to a per ticket booking fee. In all cases there is a handling fee. An additional credit card surcharge may apply for certain events when booking in person at the box office. Prices are correct at the time of going to press, however we reserve the right to change or vary prices at any time. The New Theatre reserves the right to make such alterations that become necessary. If you wish to comment on any aspect of your telephone or internet booking please call customer services on 0844 871 7627. MEDIUM/THERAPIST/CLAIRVOYANT By attending this event you agree that you have sought the services provided of your own accord and understand that it is a holistic experiment and experience. The medium/therapist/clairvoyant may give you information that could bring about a positive change in your life, but any changes that you make are your personal and legal responsibility. This brochure is printed on responsibly sourced FSC paper. Please continue to help the environment by recycling it.
AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP Co-founded by Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) is the largest owner/operator of theatres in the UK with 39 venues, an internationally recognised theatre producer and a leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets. ATG’s impressive portfolio of West End theatres includes historic buildings such as the Apollo Victoria, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Harold Pinter, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy, Trafalgar Studio 1 and Trafalgar Studio 2. ATG’s regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning 6 screen cinema complex, 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; Grand Opera House, York. ATG has been behind some of the most successful and innovative productions in Britain and internationally. Current and recent ATG co-productions include Ghost the Musical, South Pacific, All New People, Monkee Business, Matthew Bourne’s The Nutcracker!, Legally Blonde the Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, The Misanthrope, West Side Story, Elling, Guys and Dolls, Sweeney Todd, Company, Exit the King and The Rocky Horror Show.
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