Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall Autumn Brochure 2016 by ATG Tickets

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We have a fantastic season lined up from September onwards, as the phenomenal musical Cats returns to Stoke-on-Trent. Let the memory live again with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking musical! October sees the return of The Woman in Black - this gripping and suspenseful production is a must-see for fans of drama and horror alike.

STRICTLY MUSICALS

PEPPA PIG’S SURPRISE

DIRTY DANCING

THE WOMAN IN BLACK

LA BOHEME, AIDA, NABUCCO

THE COMMITMENTS

SUNNY AFTERNOON

And in November we have not one but two smash-hit musicals, as The Commitments and Sunny Afternoon both visit our venue for the very first time.

CINDERELLA

EVITA

Plus, Christmas would not be Christmas without our annual Pantomime! Join us this year for the King of all Panto’s Cinderella, from 8th December.

GHOST

FUNNY GIRL

FIND OUT MORE Please contact Rebecca Hinton, on 01782 211284 or email rebeccahinton@theambassadors.com

At The Victoria Hall, Josh Widdicombe and Romesh Ranganathan both make their Stoke-on-Trent debut and Westlife frontman Shane Filan brings his major solo tour to the area.

Thank you to our sponsors and partners

We look forward to welcoming you!

REGENT THEATRE AND VICTORIA HALL SPONSORS AND MEMBERS

CATS

Andrew Nicklin General Manager Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall

MAMMA MIA!

SISTER ACT

WONDERLAND

SPECIAL EVENTS

24 - 31

AMBASSADOR EXPERIENCE

AMBASSADOR LOUNGE

PIANO BAR

STOKE ON TRENT CLASSICS AFTERNOON TEA

SMALL PRINT ORGAN PROMS LOL COMEDY

FLASH LOCAL EVENTS

CREATIVE LEARNING

STOKE-ON-TRENT COUNCIL

BOOKING INFORMATION

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LET THE MEMORY LIVE AGAIN

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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking 2015 Olivier award nominated musical Cats returns to Stoke-on-Trent following its sell-out run at the London Palladium. Adapted from TS Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, this ‘GROUNDBREAKING MUSICAL’ (DAILY EXPRESS) is set on the night that the Jellicle Cats meet for the Jellicle Ball and comes together in a sparkling fusion of music, dance and verse. With ‘TIMELESS MUSIC, SPECTACULAR SETS AND A SUPERB CAST’ (DAILY MIRROR), breathtaking choreography and of course the unforgettable Memory, Cats is a magical musical like no other. Let Cats thrill you once again, but don’t miss out on a seat act fast and book your tickets today!

‘IT’S STILL THE CAT’S WHISKERS’ THE TIMES

MON 5 - SAT 10 SEP Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS FROM £15 Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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THE ULTIMATE MUSICAL OF MUSICALS FEATURING THE GREATEST HITS OF THE WEST END!

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PEPPA IS BACK IN A BRAND NEW SHOW!

AN ALL NEW HEADERPRODUCTION GOES HERE

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THE RECORD-BREAKING INTERNATIONAL SENSATION

From the producers of past Regent Theatre hits including Hairspray, Billy Elliot the Musical and The Sound of Music comes a brand new all singing, all dancing extravaganza from Staffordshire’s Stage Productions. Featuring a cast and orchestra of over 100, Strictly Musicals is packed with hits from some of the biggest ever West End musicals including Wicked, Matilda, Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Chicago, Beauty & The Beast and many, many more. With sparkling costumes, fabulous choreography, and wonderful music, Strictly Musicals will have you smiling from start to finish - there is literally something for everyone of all ages. Discover more about this brand new production at www.StrictlyMusicalsOnStage.com

Surprise! Peppa Pig, George and their friends are back in Stoke-on-Trent in a brand new live stage show. It’s a lovely day and Peppa is playing outside with her friends. Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig have got a surprise for her and George - can you guess what it is?

WED 5 - SAT 8 OCT Wed - Sat eves 7.30pm

Enjoy fun, loads of songs and of course, surprises in this charming, colourful new show. Peppa Pig’s Surprise promises to be the perfect theatre show for all pre-schoolers!

TICKETS FROM £15 £16.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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Have the time of your life with the ultimate live experience: Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage. Full of passion and romance, heart-pounding music and sensationally sexy dancing, the recordbreaking musical is even better than before in this all new production. MON 7 - SAT 12 NOV Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Sat 12 Nov TICKETS FROM £12.50 £15.40 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

WED 2 & THU 3 NOV Wed 1pm & 4pm Thu 10am & 1pm

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THE ORIGINAL - LIVE ON STAGE

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OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS ELLEN KENT’S OPERA FESTIVAL

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DIRECTOR ROBIN HERFORD DESIGNER MICHAEL HOLT LIGHTING BY KEVIN SLEEP SOUND BY GARETH OWEN

‘A TRULY NERVESHREDDING EXPERIENCE’ DAILY MAIL

‘A MARVELLOUS EXERCISE IN TENSION, SPUN FROM PERFECTLY PACED STORYTELLING’ THE INDEPENDENT

‘DON’T GO UNLESS YOU LIKE BEING SCARED OUT OF YOUR WITS’ SUNDAY MIRROR

TUE 18 - SAT 22 OCT Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm Join the 7 million theatregoers worldwide who have experienced ‘THE MOST BRILLIANTLY EFFECTIVE SPINE-CHILLER YOU WILL EVER ENCOUNTER’ DAILY TELEGRAPH. Continuing its record breaking run at the Fortune Theatre in London’s West End, The Woman in Black now embarks on a major UK Tour next Spring and is coming to Stoke-On-Trent! Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping production, directed by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror. A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Wed 19, Thu 20 & Sat 22 Oct TICKETS FROM £12 £13.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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PUCCINI LA BOHÈME

One of the most romantic operas ever written. It tells the tragic tale of the doomed, consumptive Mimi and her love for a penniless writer. The set reflects the Bohemian art of the period and will include a local brass band, snow effects and Muzetta’s dog will also make an entrance. ‘AUTHENTIC, TENDER AND PASSIONATE’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

VERDI AIDA STARRING OLGA PERRIER THE INTERNATIONAL FRENCH SOPRANO AS AIDA AND LIZA KADELNIK THE CELEBRATED MEZZO FROM THE ROMANIAN NATIONAL OPERA AS AMNERIS†

This tragic story of war, jealousy and revenge is traditionally-staged, featuring a temple dance and the classic Triumphal March with cascades of glittering gold and amazing fire performers. ‘VISUALLY AND VOCALLY GRIPPING FROM START TO FINISH’ THE INDEPENDENT

VERDI NABUCCO

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. ‘WORTH GOING A LONG WAY TO HEAR’ MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS All operas are sung in Italian with English surtitles. †Cast subject to change

LA BOHEME Thu 27 Oct 7.30pm NABUCCO Fri 17 Mar 2017 7.30pm AIDA Sat 18 Mar 2017 7.30pm PACKAGE DEAL Book two operas and save 15% (Prem, A - C) Book three operas and save 20% (Prem, A - C) TICKETS FROM £18 £21.40 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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THE SMASH HIT MUSICAL DIRECT FROM THE WEST END

★★★★

‘SUBLIME. WONDERFULLY FUNNY’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

The Commitments is a fantastically feel good celebration of soul. Direct from a phenomenally successful, record breaking run in London’s West End, The Commitments is based on the BAFTA award-winning film classic. The show received universal critical acclaim following its London World Premiere and was quickly hailed as a smash hit musical sensation. The Commitments is the story of Jimmy Rabbitte, a young working class music fan, who shapes an unlikely bunch of amateur musicians and friends into an amazing live act, the finest soul band Dublin has ever produced. Placing a classified advert in a music paper, Jimmy auditions a number of wannabes before finalising the new line up who he names The Commitments.

OPENING NIGHT OFFER 10

FREE GLASS OF WINE OR BOTTLE OF BEER! QUOTE COMMITMENTS VALID MON 14 & TUE 15 NOV. BOOK BEFORE 10 AUG *CANNOT BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER OFFER, DISCOUNT OR PROMOTION

The Commitments musical has been adapted from the novel by Booker prize winning author Roddy Doyle himself. Photos of previous cast

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MON 14 - SAT 19 NOV Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Wed 16 Nov TICKETS FROM £15 £17.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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‘A COLOURFUL AND CONTAGIOUS ROCK MUSICAL THE BEST OF ITS SORT SINCE JERSEY BOYS’ THE TIMES

‘A BLAZING TRIUMPH. I SWEAR YOU’LL GET GOOSEBUMPS’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

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★★★★★

DAILY TELEGRAPH | DAILY MAIL | FINANCIAL TIMES MAIL ON SUNDAY | SUNDAY EXPRESS

THE MULTI AWARD-WINNING HIT MUSICAL DIRECT FROM THE WEST END

Sunny Afternoon tells the captivating tale of how one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks, rose to stardom. Step into swinging 60s Britain and discover how The Kinks found their definitive sound that rocked a nation and influenced generations. 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 fizzes with energy, and is a fresh new ‘GREAT BRITISH MUSICAL’ (THE TIMES) that will make your spirits soar.

WINNER

BEST NEW MU OLIVIERSA ICAL WARD 2015

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.

TWO MIDWEEK MATINEES Production photos by Kevin Cummins from current West End production

TUE 29 NOV - SAT 3 DEC Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Wed 30 Nov TICKETS FROM £15

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JONATHAN WILKES CHRISTIAN PATTERSON SIMON NEHAN

BOOK YOUR TICKETS AND YOU SHALL GO TO THE BALL! After last year’s storming success Peter Pan, Jonathan Wilkes returns to The Regent Theatre once more, in the most famous panto of them all; Cinderella. Joining Jonny will be beloved Panto favourite Christian Patterson and fellow funnyman Simon Nehan as the Ugly Sisters. Join the dashing Prince Charming, the hideous ugly sisters, the lovable Buttons, the enchanting Fairy Godmother and of course, the beautiful Cinderella at the ball and make it a Christmas to remember for the whole family. Get your tickets now and help our Fairy Godmother spread some panto magic!

‘THE REGENT PANTO IS A TRULY MAGICAL START TO THE FESTIVE SEASON’ THE SENTINEL

FAMILY TICKETS £5 off price bands A - C, available on most performances - must include at least one child GROUP DISCOUNT £14 tickets for groups of 10+ for most performances (on price bands A & B) S SPECIAL SCHOOLS OFFER £11 TICKETS INCLUDING FREE ICE CREAM! Plus 1 free adult with every 10 tickets purchased. Available on selected performances. S denotes schools performance.

OAP MATINEE RATE £13 tickets on performances marked this way n

R ACCESS PERFORMANCES New for 2016 - relaxed performance Mon 19 Dec 2pm Relaxed performances are primarily designed for patrons who may be concerned about attending a regular performance and may find visiting a theatre daunting. They are informal performances that are designed to benefit patrons with additional needs, especially those on the autistic spectrum, those who may make involuntary noises, or anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. For details on other Access performances, please enquire with the box office.

FREE ICE CREAM FOR SCHOOL AND YOUTH GROUPS

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DEC 2016 THU 8

7pm ★

FRI 9

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SAT 10 2pm ★

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SUN 11 1pm ★

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THU 15 11am S n

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FRI 16

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SAT 17 2pm

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SUN 18 1pm

5.30pm

MON 19 2pm R

7pm

TUE 20 No Performances WED 21 1pm

5.30pm

THU 22 1pm

5.30pm

FRI 23 1pm

5.30pm

SAT 24 1pm

5.30pm

SUN 25 No Performances MON 26 1pm

5.30pm

TUE 27 2pm

7pm

WED 28 2pm

7pm

THU 29 2pm

7pm

FRI 30 2pm

7pm

SAT 31 1pm ★

5.30pm★

JAN 2017 SUN 1

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WED 4 2pm

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SUN 8

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DIRECT FROM ITS WEST END TRIUMPH

‘A CLASSIC IS REBORN.

ALL OF THE EVITAS I HAVE SEEN OVER THE YEARS SEEM LIKE DRESS REHEARSALS FOR THIS ONE. IT HAS REACHED ITS APOGEE.

STUNNING’ SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

‘GRIPPING’

‘SUPERB’

THE TIMES

DAILY MAIL

‘SHOUT IT LOUD. EVITA IS BACK WITH A BANG’ THE TIMES

‘SUPREME’

‘A GOLD-PLATED WINNER’

SUNDAY TIMES

‘INTENSE’

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‘A MONUMENTAL SHOW’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

‘TIM RICE & ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S PARTNERSHIP IS THE STUFF OF LEGEND. HERE’S WHY!’ WHATS ON STAGE

THE STAGE

MAIL ON SUNDAY

TUE 31 JAN SAT 4 FEB 2017 Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm Following its smash hit run at London’s Dominion Theatre, Bill Kenwright’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Evita is set to thrill audiences once again across the UK. BILL KENWRIGHT BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

LYRICS BY

MUSIC BY

TIM RICE

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

Telling the story of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron, Evita follows Eva’s journey from humble beginnings through to extraordinary wealth, power and iconic status which ultimately lead her to be heralded as the ‘spiritual leader of the nation’ by the Argentine people. With more than 20 major awards to its credit, including the Oscar winning film version starring Madonna and Antonio Banderas, and featuring some of the most iconic songs in musical theatre, including Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, On This Night of a Thousand Stars, You Must Love Me, and Another Suitcase in Another Hall, this smash hit show truly promises to be

THE THEATRICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR! Photos of West End cast

AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Wed 1, Thu 2 & Sat 4 Feb TICKETS FROM £15 £17.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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

Walking back to their apartment late one night a tragic encounter sees Sam murdered and his beloved wife Molly alone, in despair and utterly lost. But with the help of a phony storefront psychic Sam, trapped between this world and the next, tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving her from grave danger... The Double Academy Award winning movie is a huge success story, both critically and at the box office, where it was the highest grossing film in the year of its release. It starred the late Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, Tony Goldwyn and Whoopi Goldberg and was directed by Jerry Zucker. Bruce Joel Rubin’s script won the Oscar® for Best Original Screenplay and Whoopi Goldberg won the Oscar® for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. The film’s most iconic and moving scene was famously performed to The Righteous Brother’s Unchained Melody, which also features in the musical. Taking its inspiration from the classic movie, this innovative reimagining will feature an expanded book, new music and original staging.

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MON 20 MAR - SAT 25 MAR Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat eves 2.30pm AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Wed 22 & Sat 25 TICKETS FROM £15 £17.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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Join the ultimate feel-good party at MAMMA MIA!, the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical! Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of ABBA.

★★★★★ ‘DON’T BELIEVE THIS FIVE-STAR HYPE?

Sophie’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings her mother face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they’ll never forget.

GO SEE FOR YOURSELVES... IF YOU CAN GET IN’ THE TELEGRAPH Hot on the heels of a record breaking, critically acclaimed West End run this ‘UTTERLY IRRESISTIBLE’ (THE SUNDAY TIMES) new production of Funny Girl is now coming to Stoke-on-Trent. Funny Girl brought global fame to Barbra Streisand 50 years ago and boasts some of the most iconic songs in film and theatre history, including People and Don’t Rain On My Parade. This ‘EXHILARATING’ (THE INDEPENDENT) musical tells the story of Fanny Brice, whose vocal talents and comedic ability see her rise from Brooklyn music hall singer to Broadway star. Don’t miss your chance to see this ‘PHENOMENAL’ (THE TELEGRAPH), critically acclaimed production when it comes to The Regent Theatre for 1 week only in March 2017.

TUE 28 MAR - SAT 1 APR Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS FROM £15 Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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This irresistibly funny show has been thrilling audiences all around the world and now the party continues at The Regent Theatre, so there’s never been a better time to see this unforgettable musical. Whatever age you are, you can’t help but have the time of your life at MAMMA MIA!

‘A DAZZLING GOOD NIGHT OUT!’ NOTTINGHAM POST

★★★★★ ‘THE SUNNIEST OF ALL MUSICALS, IT

PROVIDES NEW PLEASURES EVERY TIME’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

TUE 18 - SAT 29 APR Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm Wed 26 mat 2.30pm AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Thu 20, Sat 22, Wed 26, Thu 27 & Sat 29 TICKETS FROM £17.50 Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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‘AN INSPIRATIONAL MUSICAL’ NEW YORK TIMES

‘A NEW MUSICAL EXTRAVAGANZA’ THEATER MANIA

‘ONE INSANELY CATCHY SONG AFTER ANOTHER’ TAMPA BAY TIMES

An all new production of the Broadway and West End smash hit musical comedy comes to The Regent Theatre starring Alexandra Burke (X Factor, The Bodyguard). Directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood, Sister Act is the feel-amazing musical comedy based on the smash hit movie starring Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie Smith. Featuring original music by Tony® and 8-time Oscar® winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Newsies, Enchanted), dazzling dance routines and songs inspired by Motown, soul and disco, Sister Act is the funniest and funkiest musical around. Come and see the habits hit the road again and why this fabulous family friendly show has been seen by more than 6 million people worldwide.

At matinee performances the role of ‘Deloris Van Cartier’ will be performed by Joanna Francis

MON 10 - SAT 15 JUL Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm

MON 8 - SAT 13 MAY Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Wed 10 & Sat 13 TICKETS FROM £15 £17.90 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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Following sold out seasons in Tampa, Texas and Tokyo, the multi Grammy, Tony 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. In the tradition of the best stage musicals, Wonderland boasts a catchy score full of songs by Frank Wildhorn, writer of pop hits including Whitney Houston’s Where Do Broken Hearts Go? and theatre classics including This is the Moment from his internationally acclaimed show, Jekyll & Hyde.

AFTERNOON TEA £14.50 Wed 12 & Sat 15 TICKETS FROM £19.50 £23.40 online/phone Online and phone bookings also carry a transaction fee of £2.85 (excluding Theatre Card & Groups)

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SPECIAL EVENTS ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS

LEVEL 42 SIRENS II

SAT 24 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £26.25 £29.15 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2.50 off

THU 6 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £29.25 £32.15 online/phone One of the most successful UK bands of all time, Level 42’s impressive discography includes hit tunes from Love Games, Something About You and Hot Water, to Lessons in Love, Running in the Family, Leaving Me Now and many others. Led as ever from the roots by Mark King’s Jazz/ funk/slap bass, the band’s latest EP is a return to their glory days.

Lee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist, recreates the essence of the King; with consummate ease and an almost unbelievable combination of stunningly accurate vocals and incredible passion in every performance. Lee Memphis King is the producer and director of the most authentic tribute production to the greatest entertainer.

JANE MCDONALD MAKING MEMORIES

AL MURRAY THE PUB LANDLORD

SAT 24 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £31 £33.90 online/phone

Publican. Politician. Other thing beginning with P. Philosopher, yeah, that. The nation’s critically acclaimed bar-based-braveheart, Al Murray - The Pub Landlord embarks on a common sense crusade to re-Great Britain in his brand new show. Watch the one man who will answer the call of destiny even though it’s an unlisted number. Watch the one man who will call time on tyranny even though he isn’t quite sure what it means.

SING-A-LONG-A GREASE

WHITNEY QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

SUN 25 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £15 £16.90 online/phone

A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award winning production features a stellar line-up with rising West End star Rebecca Freckleton delivering a powerhouse and breathtaking performance as Whitney. Share her life and get ready for the greatest love of all in Queen of the Night!

JOSH WIDDICOMBE

SAT 15 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £19.25 £22.15 online/phone

SAT 1 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £22.25 £25.15 online/phone

That guy from the TV comedy shows is back with a brand new tour. Since he’s been away from stand up Josh has been working hard on other things but don’t worry in his spare time he has found a lot of minor things to get annoyed about, and now has a chance to talk about them on stage. If you have seen him before live or on TV and enjoyed yourself don’t miss this show!

Adam Hills has fast become one of the most popular comedians in the UK, with 15 solo shows that have toured internationally. His combination of positive, uplifting comedy and rampant spontaneity has seen him receive numerous awards, glowing reviews and a legion of fans around the world. Don’t miss out on this fantastic show!

THAT’LL BE THE DAY BRAND NEW SHOW

THU 13 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone

The sing along screening of the classic film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John is brought to you by the producers of Sing-a-Long-a Frozen. Watch Danny & Sandy and the gang, while singing and dancing along to the lyrics as shown on the screen. Live host and interactive funpack and a fancy dress competition. You the audience are the stars.

WED 5 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £22.50 £25.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off After three decades of touring, the UK’s No.1 Rock & Roll variety production That’ll Be The Day returns with its brand new show! Featuring a new line-up of classic gold hits from the 50’s through to the 70’s, mixed with hilarious comedy - this is the golden age of pop revived!

SUN 9 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £28.75 £31.65 online/phone

One of the nation’s most loved entertainers will tour the UK in her brand new show. After receiving 5 star reviews for her performance as Grizabella in Cats Jane will be introducing ‘Memory’ into her act. Exciting new medleys and old fan favourites will bring the audience to their feet time after time on this evening of music & laughter.

ADAM HILLS

PORTHILL PLAYERS

PRESENT ‘CHRIS DEAN’S SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA‘ SUN 16 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £16.50 £19.40 online/phone Every Bond song is an event in itself and this exciting, fast and sexy show from the Porthill Players brings you hit after hit! A streak of genius and genuine passion for our beloved hero makes the songs, iconic themes and incidental music a full-blooded, joyous celebration, bringing the house down every time.

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SPECIAL EVENTS LA VOCE

FRI 21 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.25 £26.15 online/phone Opera made welcoming and inviting yet bursting with musical quality... Blessed with incredible, classically-trained voices, it’s the greatest pop songs from the past 50 years – including Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Cry Me a River, Baby I Need Your Loving and My Way. A treat for opera lovers and fans of great popular music alike. www.grtentertainments.com

SHANE FILAN

THE ILLEGAL EAGLES

THU 27 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23 £25.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute continue to amaze crowds everywhere. The Illegal Eagles’ ability to capture the band’s definitive sound has won mass audience acclaim. Featuring classics - Hotel California, Take It Easy, Take it to the Limit, Lyin’ Eyes, and many more including a special tribute to the late Glenn Frey.

BARRY STEELE & FRIENDS THE ORBISON STORY

FRI 28 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £22.50 £25.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off

SUN 23 OCT Doors 7pm TICKETS FROM £33.75 £37.65 online/phone

Barry Steele is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading tributes to legend Roy Orbison. He’s stunned audiences across the globe with his uncanny similarity and ability to authentically revive the exquisite toe-tapping sound of this music giant. Join Barry and his special guests as they celebrate the Big O’s 80th birthday in this brand new production.

Westlife frontman Shane Filan has announced a second major indoor UK tour in October 2016. The Irish pop sensation will showcase Westlife favourites as well as his own recent tracks. Following Shane’s amazing success as frontman with Westlife, the new tour dates promise to show just why Shane is well loved in his own right.

PSYCHIC SALLY CALL ME PSYCHIC

ROMESH RANGANATHAN IRRATIONAL

MON 24 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £25 £27.90 online/phone

SAT 29 OCT 8pm TICKETS FROM £19.75 £22.65 online/phone

Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her brand new and most jaw-dropping show yet - Call Me Psychic.

Romesh Ranganathan is back with a brand new show exploring the rationality of his worldview. He’s come a long way since quitting his career as a maths teacher making a real name for himself most recently with his critically acclaimed BBC3 series ‘Asian Provocateur’ which saw him nominated for Best Entertainment Performance at the BAFTAs.

Funny, entertaining, sometimes heart breaking, often controversial; the show celebrates her 8th year on the road. Book your tickets now to see this phenomenal psychic in action! The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.

MUM’S THE WORD 2

MAXIMUM RHYTHM AND BLUES

TUE 25 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £4.50 off (A)

SUN 30 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £27.75 £30.65 online/phone Join 60s luminaries The Manfreds, PP Arnold and Zoot Money for a fabulous evening of Rhythm and Blues nostalgia, and some of the greatest hits ever written! The Manfreds, with an all-star line up of original members Paul Jones, Mike D’Abo, Tom McGuinness and Mike Hugg, plus Rob Townsend, Marcus Cliffe and Simon Currie, will be recreating many of their greatest hits.

Michelle Heaton (Liberty X) Gemma Bissix (EastEnders/ Hollyoaks), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty), Polly Highton and Sarah Lawn star in Mum’s The Word 2. One of the Nation’s favourites production laughs at the comedic horrors of bringing up children in an updated version of the hit show. Join the mums, on their continuing journey that is teenagers! Ages 16+

BRIAN COX

STEVE BACKSHALL

WED 26 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £31.25 £34.15 online/phone

MON 31 OCT 6.30pm TICKETS FROM £20.75 £23.65 online/phone

Coming to venues across UK and Ireland in Autumn 2016 is the hotly anticipated tour by the acclaimed Professor Brian Cox OBE. Professor Brian Cox Live will test the limits of our knowledge and make highly complex ideas accessible to all. Get up close and personal with the man himself with an interview hosted by his The Infinite Monkey Cage co-host Robin Ince.

Wildlife TV Presenter, adventurer, naturalist and children’s author, Steve Backshall, takes us on a tour of the real life expeditions that have inspired his books The Falcon Chronicles and his new novel in the series, Shark Seas. It’s a wild journey, illustrated with photos and films from the Arctic to the Antarctic, from the tundra to the top of the world’s highest peaks, and from the depths of the rainforest to the bottom of the ocean.

SPECIAL EVENTS THE ELO EXPERIENCE 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR 2016

VAMPIRES ROCK THE GHOST TRAIN

FRI 4 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23 £25.90 online/phone

FRI 25 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £24.50 £27.40 online/phone EARLY BIRD £2 off

The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra. With a sensational string section, a stunning light show and large screen projection to further enhance the experience, why not come along and enjoy this incredible show which accurately reproduces the songs and sounds and takes you on a magical musical journey through time. Don’t miss out!

NINA CONTI IN YOUR FACE

Steve Steinman has ramped up the vamp in this spectacular sequel to the phenomenally successful Vampires Rock Musical Concert. Amidst mischief and mayhem, this hilariously funny show lives up to its rocking reputation. Packed with Aerial Silk Stunts, Fang-tastic Fire Routines, Guitar Gods and Sexy Vampettes performing some of the best rock anthems of all time!

MOTOWN’S GREATEST HITS HOW SWEET IT IS

SAT 5 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £21.25 £24.15 online/phone

The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of MOTOWN is back! This stunning 100% live show combine’s first class music together with slick choreography, and an amazing band. Truly outstanding, the best MOTOWN experience you will ever have! You’ll be ‘Dancing On The Ceiling’, with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops and many more.

SOLID GOLD ROCK‘N’ROLL SHOW

THE SENSATIONAL 60’s EXPERIENCE

Marty Wilde, Eden Kane, Mike Berry and The Wildcats, as well as very special guest Mark Wynter, join forces in The Solid Gold Rock ‘n’ Roll Show. Teen idols of their day, they show us how rock ‘n’ roll shaped the music that we listened to then and still do today.

WED 16 NOV Doors 7pm TICKETS FROM £29.75 £32.65 online/phone

SUN 11 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £38.25 £41.15 online/phone

The Queen Extravaganza, produced by Roger Taylor with fellow Queen band member Brian May, returns to the UK to play a special tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s iconic album, A Night at the Opera. This visually enhanced production features some of the band’s biggest hits including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, Under Pressure and We Will Rock You/We Are the Champions.

With a catalogue that reaches through decades, a night with Jools Holland will bring you the greatest boogie-woogie party in town! Joining Jools and the fantastic Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are The Selecter’s Pauline Black and Arthur ‘Gaps’ Hendrickson plus guest vocalists Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall and Beth Rowley.

THU 24 NOV Doors 7pm TICKETS FROM £29.75 £32.65 online/phone Internationally renowned singer, composer and actor David Essex OBE will visit The Regent Theatre in his first major tour in over four years. The UK tour will see him perform hits spanning over his entire 50 year repertoire. He has written, recorded and produced albums that have sold millions of copies worldwide. He’s also had twenty-three Top 30 singles in Britain alone. Don’t miss a great show!

Returning by huge popular demand, for one night only enjoy 3 hours of pure 60’s nostalgia. Seven legendary names take to the stage and deliver to you a night never to be forgotten. With the definite feel good factor this is the must see 60’s show for 2016. Step back to when pop music was at its very best with the biggest and best line up to ever tour the UK.

JOOLS HOLLAND

SAT 10 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £26.75 £29.65 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off

SAT 12 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £25.75 £28.65 online/phone

DAVID ESSEX

FRI 25 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone

Bursting with fresh and astonishing spontaneity, the voice-throwing queen is back on the road with her sell-out show In Your Face. Award-winning ventriloquist Nina Conti uses face masks to turn her audience members into puppets and improvises a hilarious new show every night. No two shows are ever the same. Expect the unexpected!

THE QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA

JASON DONOVAN TEN GOOD REASONS

TUE 13 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £30.75 £33.65 online/phone Jason Donavan is back with his new tour Ten Good Reasons which became the biggest selling album of 1989 and remains a massive fan favourite. The album includes two solo No.1 singles Too Many Broken Hearts and Sealed with a Kiss. It also featured a duet with Kylie Minogue, Especially for You, which reached No.1. Don’t miss a night of entertainment!

SPECIAL EVENTS BEYOND THE BARRICADE

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

TUE 10 JAN 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £24.75 £27.65 online/phone

THU 15 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.50 £26.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off

Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s ultimate homage to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the Victoria Hall for their landmark Hits to Blues World Tour. Encompassing nearly five decades of legendary music and channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Hits to Blues offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover songs and performances.

Recreating original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, a cast of past principal performers from Les Misérables including Andy Reiss, David Fawcett, Katie Leeming and Rebecca Vere perform classic musical hit songs from The Phantom of the Opera, The Jersey Boys, climaxing with a spectacular finale from Les Misérables!

BOWIE EXPERIENCE

YOU WIN AGAIN

WED 8 FEB 8pm TICKETS FROM £24.75 £27.65 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off

Bowie Experience is a spectacular concert featuring all of David Bowie’s hits - celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon. An unforgettable journey of sound and vision through David Bowie’s golden years from Space Oddity through to Let’s Dance. The authentic Bowie Experience with all the hits from A to Ziggy!

This incredible production not only tells the intriguing story of the songwriters, singers and musicians extraordinaire, it also brings The Bee Gees superb songs to life. It is the tale of brothers who wrote truly beautiful songs that inspired a generation.

KEN DODD HAPPINESS SHOW

HALFWAY TO PARADISE THE BILLY FURY STORY

On their 20th anniversary tour & with stunning new live screen footage, Billy’s own band, the all original Furys Tornados, are able to play live once more with Billy Fury in an electric & emotional concert. Featuring 29 hits including I Will, Last Night Was Made For Love, Wondrous Place & of course Halfway To Paradise.

JIMMY CARR

FRI 23 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £21.25 £24.15 online/phone

THE BEST OF, ULTIMATE, GOLD, GREATEST HITS TOUR

‘The Greatest Rock & Roll band in the world’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title as they recently celebrated their 40th anniversary. Featuring all of their biggest hits, including Under the Moon of Love, Hey Rock & Roll, When, Blue Moon, Pretty Little Angel Eyes and many more. So come and join the Dancing Party... You’ve Got What it Takes!

SAT 11 FEB 8pm TICKETS FROM £28.75 £31.65 online/phone

ROY CHUBBY BROWN

THU 9 FEB 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £24.50 £27.40 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off

SAT 17 DEC 7pm TICKETS FROM £23.25 £26.15 online/phone Ken Dodd is a multi-award winning entertainer who loves nothing more than entertaining theatre audiences. Don’t miss his fun-filled Happiness Show for all the family, with a supporting company, non-stop gags and a selection of songs presented in his uniquely versatile style: everything from ballads to grand opera!

Jimmy is gathering a selection of his very best jokes along with brand new material for the ultimate comedy show. A man who has devoted his life to crafting perfect jokes and has left a trail of laughter in his wake, Jimmy Carr’s new tour will distil everything we love to laugh at and be shocked by, into one incredible, unparalleled night of entertainment. VH

FRI 30 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £21.50 £24.40 online/phone Roy Chubby Brown returns with his meatiest show yet! He’s still rude, he’s still crude and this time he’s turning headlines into punch lines as his rip-roaring brand of banter continues to burst bellies across the country. Chubby doesn’t hold back from sharing his outlandish views on news, women and gender - stay away if easily offended! Age 18+

THE STORY OF THE BEE GEES IN WORDS AND MUSIC

FRI 16 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £25.50 £28.40 online/phone EARLY BOOKING Book and pay before 30 Sep and save £5

SHOWADDYWADDY

ANTON AND ERIN SWING TIME

FRI 24 FEB 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £35 £38.90 online/phone ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off Join the nation’s favourite ballroom couple when they return with an exciting new show for 2017. Featuring dazzling new choreography, sparkling costumes and a sensational show band performing timeless music I Got Rhyme, Moondance, Guys and Dolls, Le Jazz Hot, Strike up the Band, I’ve Got the World on a String and I Could of Danced All Night.

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STOKE-ON-TRENT CLASSICS 2016 -17

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TICKETS ON SALE THU 1 SEP TICKETS FROM £17.25 £20.15 online & phone

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BBC PHILHARMONIC FRI 14 OCT 7.30pm Jennifer Pike plays Sibelius Conductor Ben Gernon, Soloist Jennifer Pike Mozart Symphony No. 25 Sibelius Violin Concerto Dvorak Symphony No. 8 CBSO FRI 4 NOV 7.30pm Autumn Carnival Conductor Christian Macelaru, Soloist Simon Trpceski Dvorak Overture, Carnival Bartok Piano Concerto No. 3 Brahms Symphony No. 2 BBC PHILHARMONIC FRI 9 DEC 7.30pm Classical Fairytales Conductor Juanjo Mena, Soloist Pavel Kolesnikov Dvorak Four Slavonic Dances Chopin Piano Concerto No. 2 Mussorgsky (arr. Rimsky-Korsakov) Night on a Bare Mountain Tchaikovsky Nutcracker: Extracts HALLÉ FRI 6 JAN 7.30pm The Magic of Vienna Conductor Stephen Bell, Tenor Joshua Ellicott Programme includes many of your favourite waltzes and polkas. Subject to availabilit y. The Piano Bar may be unavailable on selected evenings due to private events and our comedy club. Check with a member of staff for details.

For just £14.50 per person, enjoy a pot of tea or coffee and a selection of delicious sandwiches and cakes, served on our beautiful Royal Crown Derby ‘Mikado’ china. Why not upgrade and add a glass of Prosecco for just £19.50 per person or add Champagne for £25 per person (Champagne package bookable in multiples of 2 only). CATS WED 28 SEP | SAT 1 OCT WOMAN IN BLACK WED 19 OCT | THU 20 OCT | SAT 22 OCT DIRTY DANCING SAT 12 NOV THE COMMITMENTS WED 16 NOV SUNNY AFTERNOON WED 30 NOV To Book please visit atgtickets.com/stoke or call 0844 871 7649 (fees apply) or visit the venue Box Office Group bookings & Private Parties also available

LOCAL EVENTS

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DANCE ON THE BIG STAGE ORGAN PROMS VH SAT 20 AUG 12 noon PAUL CARR SAT 17 SEP 12 noon MARTYN NOBLE SAT 8 OCT 12 noon THE SCOTT BROTHERS DUO SAT 19 NOV 12 noon DONALD MCKENZIE

LOCAL EVENTS MON 5 - WED 7 DEC 6.45pm VH SONGBIRDS CHRISTMAS CONCERT TICKETS £6.50 Online/phone £8.40 SUN 23 OCT 11am & 3pm RT GYMFUSION TICKETS £10 Online/phone £11.90

Comedians off the telly from such shows as BBC 2’s Mock The Week, Channel 4’s 8 Out of 10 Cats, BBC 1’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow etc. Plus the best of the rest! We’re the people who booked Jason Manford, John Bishop and Sarah Millican before they hit the big time. So come and see more brilliant comedians! Each show will have 4 top professional comics including lovable host and MC Damion Larkin ‘ONE OF THE COUNTRY’S TOP NEW COMEDIANS’ BBC

TRAIN TO DANCE WITH PROFESSIONAL CHOREOGRAPHERS Creative Learning Stoke-on-Trent are recruiting young people to join our fantastic Dance Academy. The Academy will have the amazing opportunity to dance in our annual large scale dance festival, 017 Dance: Around the World, with 5 nights on The Regent Theatre stage. The Dance Academy is for young people wanting to develop dance technique and to gain stage experience. The Academy invites young people to take part in weekly dance classes at the Victoria Hall; promoting a professional workshop environment, were young people are immersed in the atmosphere of a performance venue. JUNIORS Tuesdays 5 - 7pm £85 per term SENIORS Tuesdays 7 - 9pm £85 per term

You can participate in both Dance and Drama Academies at a discounted rate. Taster sessions available on request. For further details and to book a taster for dance or drama please email stokecreativelearning@ theambassadors.com Creative Learning Stoke-on-Trent aims to create inclusive, exciting and creative performing arts opportunities led by dedicated arts practitioners in a professional, safe and supportive theatre environment. More information about Creative Learning Programmes can found online. Click Stoke-on-Trent www.creativelearning.atg.co.uk

GREAT PLACES TO VISIT STOKE-ON-TRENT! HEADER GOESIN HERE

The new World of Wedgwood, a unique visitor experience celebrating the very best of British industrial and design heritage, opened in July 2015. Experience Wedgwood through interactive factory tours, the Wedgwood Museum, inspirational brand spaces, a flagship retail store, stylish Wedgwood Tea rooms and a new worker’s canteen inspired restaurant. Enjoy a great day out at the Trentham Estate. Home to Trentham Gardens, Trentham Monkey Forest, Aerial Extreme and Trentham Shopping Village – this is a destination to please everyone! Stoke-on-Trent has an exciting programme of events throughout the year find out what’s on by visiting www.visitstoke.co.uk/ whats-on

BOX OFFICE The Regent Theatre is open 10am - 6pm on non-perf days or until the start of the perf. Open 1 hr prior to Sun perfs (times may vary on bank holidays). Victoria Hall - 1hr before perf. Booking and transaction fees may apply. The Regent Theatre, Piccadilly, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 1AP TEXT RELAY For our deaf and hard of hearing patrons, please use text relay, which is a free service. (You pay only for the call to the venue). 18001 0844 871 7677 (textphone users). For further information please log on to www.relay.org TELEPHONE BOOKINGS/ RESERVATIONS 0844 871 7649 (bkg fee) Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm, Sun 10am - 8pm Calls cost 7p per min, plus your phone company’s access charge. GROUPS HOTLINE 0844 871 7619 groupsales@theambassadors.com Mon - Fri 10am - 5.30pm. Calls cost 7p per min, plus your phone company’s access charge.

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EUROPEAN CITY OF SPORT 2016 Stoke-on-Trent has been awarded the prestigious title of European City of Sport 2016. A fantastic series of events will take place throughout 2016 to celebrate the city being awarded the accolade and everybody is invited to be involved in what will be the most exciting sporting programme the city has ever seen. THE CERAMICS TRAIL Enjoy the complete ceramics experience by picking up the new Ceramics Trail guide from the Tourist Information Centre and from ceramic attractions. Alternatively, discover more at www.ceramicstrail.co.uk Plan your visit at www.visitstoke.co.uk or request your free information pack from the Tourist Information Centre, based at the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, on 01782 236000 or stoke.tic@stoke.gov.uk

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ONLINE www.atgtickets.com/stoke Certain discounts and concessions may not be available online. Online booking and transaction fees apply. ACCESS BOOKINGS 0844 871 7677 Calls cost 7p per min, plus your phone company’s access charge. POSTAL BOOKINGS Box Office, Victoria Hall, Bagnall Street, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 3AD Facsimile 01782 214738. Please allow 28 days for delivery of tickets. PAYMENT METHODS Cash, cheque (payable to ATG London Ltd), Mastercard, Visa and Switch. Cheques can only be accepted for performances a month or more in advance. Tickets cannot be issued until the cheque has been allowed to clear (21 days). The information and prices in this brochure were correct at the time of going to press. Stoke-on-Trent Theatres reserves the right to alter the advertised programme, prices or facilities. TICKET EXCHANGES Once sold tickets are non-refundable. Where possible we will exchange tickets for another performance of the same production in advance. This will incur a per ticket charge of £3 per ticket. Members of our ATG Theatre Card scheme can exchange tickets free of charge, subject to availability.

TRAVELLING TO THE THEATRE Stoke-on-Trent can be accessed from either junctions 15 or 16 of the M6 and The Cultural Quarter is clearly signposted from the A500. The city bus station is located directly opposite The Victoria Hall and Stoke-on-Trent station is a short bus or taxi journey away. There are a number of car parks within a short distance of the venue - the largest of which is John Street Multi-storey car park. For more information on car parking in the city, please visit www.stoke.gov.uk CONCESSIONS Only 1 concession per ticket, selected performances and price bands only. Under 16s, full-time students, registered unemployed, Senior Citizens £2 off each seat for most productions. Over 60s weekday mats best available seats, discounts available for most shows. GROUPS & SCHOOLS Groups of 10+ £2 off Groups of 20+ £4 off Groups of 40+ £5 off Rates may vary. School Groups or Uniformed Groups of 10+ Best available seats for £6.50 for selected shows. 1 accompanying adult goes free for every 10 tickets booked. Full time student/ educational group rates available for selected perfs. 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 We strive to offer equal access for all. Customers who require additional assistance to attend the theatre should make this known at the time of booking. Wheelchair spaces on all auditorium levels. Lift access to all areas of the venue including Box Office, toilets & bars Infra-red audio system available for people with hearing impairment Guide dogs welcome in all areas Audio described and sign language interpreted perfs offered on selected shows - see show pages for details. Arrive 15 mins early for Audio Described Introductory Notes. To book for an Access performance, please book directly with the venue box office or call our Access line on 0844 871 7677. For more information on our Access services, please call 01782 211214.

BOOKING & TRANSACTION FEES Bookings may be subject to a per-ticket fee, transaction and postage charge. MEDIUM /THERAPIST/CLAIRVOYANT Evenings of mediumship are not scientifically proven and are presented for education and entertainment purposes only. RESTORATION LEVY Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold contributes to The Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall’s restoration fund / building fund.

DATA PROTECTION The Regent Theatre and The Victoria Hall are managed by Stoke-on-Trent Theatres Ltd, part of the Ambassador Theatre Group. We would like to add or retain your details on our lists to keep you informed about future events, special offers and other developments. We also look to secure information and special offers for you from other organisations. You will be asked whether you want to receive any of this information the next time you book. If you do not want to receive information from ourselves and/or third parties or have any queries, contact the Marketing Department on 01782 213808 This brochure is printed on responsibly sourced FSC® paper. Please continue to help the environment by recycling it.

AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP LTD Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) is the world’s number one live-theatre company with 45 venues in Britain, the US and Australia. ATG is among the most prolific and internationally recognised award-winning theatre producers in the world with co-productions in the UK, New York, across North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. ATG is the market leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets, LOVETheatre and Group Line. ATG’s portfolio of West End theatres includes the Apollo Victoria, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Harold Pinter, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy and Trafalgar Studios 1 and 2. In the US, ATG owns The Lyric Theatre and the Hudson Theatre on Broadway and ACE Theatrical Group (ACE), and in Australia ATG is leaseholder of and manages the Theatre Royal, Sydney, ATG’s first theatre in the Asia Pacific region. ATG has regional theatres in Aylesbury, Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Edinburgh, Folkestone, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Oxford, Richmond, Southport, Stoke-on-Trent, Sunderland, Torquay, Wimbledon, Woking and York. ATG currently has offices in London, New York, Sydney, Mannheim and Cologne. Current and recent ATG co-productions include The Spoils, Dr Faustus, The End of Longing, The Maids, The Ruling Class, Oresteia, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, East is East, Richard III, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Jersey Boys, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Inala, Love Me Tender, Macbeth, The Hothouse, Passion Play, Posh, Jumpy and Constellations (Royal Court at the Duke of York’s), Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical, Legally Blonde the Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, The Rocky Horror Show, South Pacific, All New People, Ghost the Musical, Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!, Being Shakespeare, The Misanthrope, West Side Story, Elling and Guys and Dolls. ATG has various production company initiatives/partnerships including Jerry Mitchell Productions, Theatre Royal Brighton Productions and Jamie Lloyd Productions. ATG also owns family entertainment and pantomime company, First Family Entertainment (FFE). ATG has a group partner company Sonia Friedman Productions (SFP), a West End and Broadway production company responsible for some of the most successful theatre productions in London and on Broadway in recent years. ATG is the majority shareholder of BB Group, a leading producer and promoter of premium live entertainment in Europe with a particular strength in touring musicals and dance productions throughout Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

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DATE Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD Discounts

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Visit the World Capital of Ceramics, home to the world renowned brands of Wedgwood, Portmeirion, Churchill, Aynsley, Emma Bridgewater and Moorcroft. Follow the Ceramics Trail and enjoy the complete ceramics experience. Discover the history and the heritage of The Potteries at our award-winning museums and visitor centres, and go on a factory tour and learn about the skills and craftsmanship that go into producing our famous pottery. Have a go at creating your own masterpiece, and shop till you drop with the many pottery factory shops in the city.

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