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2014

9 JAN ABBA MANIA

17 JAN ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS

20 - 24 JAN ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS

27 JAN - 14 FEB DIRTY DANCING 17 - 21 FEB DANCE ’TIL DAWN

23 - 28 FEB THE FULL MONTY

1 MAR THINK FLOYD

3 - 7 MAR CALAMITY JANE

26 MAR SING-A-LONG-A SOUND OF MUSIC

27 MAR THE BOOTLEG BEATLES

28 MAR ROY ‘CHUBBY’ BROWN

31 MAR - 25 APR WICKED

2015

10 JAN MURIEL HARRISON - EVERYBODY DANCE

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23 MAR HALFWAY TO PARADISE

25 MAR MERCURY - THE ULTIMATE QUEEN TRIBUTE

25 NOV - 6 DEC JERSEY BOYS 12 DEC - 4 JAN SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS

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5 - 9 MAY THE MOUSETRAP

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11 - 16 MAY THE PRODUCERS

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18 - 23 MAY SPAMALOT

25 - 30 MAY DERREN BROWN

1 JUN THE WORX

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3 JUN RAT PACK VEGAS SPECTACULAR

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4 JUN MAGIC OF MOTOWN

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6 JUN ROY ORBISON & FRIENDS

9 - 20 JUN DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS

The Broadway and West End phenomenon Jersey Boys is coming to Sunderland! This smash hit musical has won 55 major awards worldwide, including the Olivier Award for Best New Musical and continues to play at the Piccadilly Theatre, London.

24 JUN - 4 JUL TOP HAT

7 JUL SHAMEEM KARIM DANCE EXPLOSION

9 MAR SEX IN SUBURBIA

13 MAR CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS

14 MAR SING-A-LONG-A FROZEN

16 MAR CIRCUS OF HORRORS

17 MAR THE ELO EXPERIENCE

18 MAR SALLY MORGAN

11 - 15 AUG THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE PP DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME

19 MAR ELLEN KENT OPERA - LA TRAVIATA

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9 JUL THE DREAMBOYS 10 JUL THE CARPENTERS STORY 11 JUL JIMMY CARR

28 SEP - 3 OCT ANYTHING GOES

11 DEC - 3 JAN ALADDIN

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Jersey Boys tells the true life story of four boys from the wrong side of the tracks who wrote their own songs, invented their own unique sound, and sold 175 million records worldwide. Featuring hit after legendary hit including Beggin’, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Oh What A Night, Sherry, Walk Like A Man, Bye Bye Baby, Big Girls Don’t Cry and many more, Jersey Boys is a story full of heart, humour and ‘SHEER MUSICAL RAZZMATAZZ’ (THE SUNDAY EXPRESS) you simply will never forget.

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‘THE WHOLE PRODUCTION GLITTERS’ WHAT’S ON STAGE (ON CINDERELLA 2013)

Mirror, mirror on the wall, which is the funniest panto of them all? Why, ours of course! From the producers of Peter Pan and Cinderella comes the tale of Snow White, who escapes the clutches of the Wicked Queen (the legendary Su Pollard) with a little help from Seven adorable Dwarfs!

A spectacular family pantomime wouldn’t be the same without a dashing Prince, an hilarious side-kick and beautiful princess, plus outrageous costumes and glittering sets, lots of comedy capers, sensational musical numbers and lots of audience participation.

Join us this Christmas for another magical adventure!

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‘THE FUNNIEST SHOW ON THE PLANET’

‘THE STAGE VERSION OF THE HIT FILM IS ELECTRIC’BIRMINGHAM MAIL

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‘A FABULOUS FEAST FOR ALL THE SENSES’

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NORMAN PACE (Hale & Pace) EMMA BARTON (EastEnders)

‘BRITISH SLAPSTICK COMEDY AT ITS BEST’ BIRMINGHAM POST

Falling trousers, flying fish heads, star-crossed lovers, cross-dressing mobsters and a fabulous on-stage band are just some of what awaits at the National Theatre’s ‘WILDLY’ (THE TIMES), ‘GODSMACKINGLY’ (TIME OUT), ‘DELIRIOUSLY’ (FINANCIAL TIMES) funny hit, comes to the Sunderland Empire for one week only this January.

Originally directed by Olivier award-winner Nicholas Hytner, Richard Bean’s side-splitting comedy is a unique laugh-out-loud mix of satire, songs, slapstick and glittering one-liners.

Book now to see why audiences all over the world have been rolling in the aisles with laughter!

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Recommended age 12+

Following its phenomenal run in 2012, the record-breaking sensation returns to Sunderland Empire for three weeks only.

Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensationally sexy dancing.

Seen by millions across the globe, this worldwide smash-hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives, and features hit songs including Hungry Eyes, Hey! Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart stopping (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life! www.dirtydancingontour.com

TUE 27 JAN - SAT 14 FEB Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8.30pm Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm Wed 28 Jan mat 2.30pm

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FROM THE CREATORS OF MIDNIGHT TANGO

‘A DANCE AND SONG SPECTACULAR’ BIRMINGHAM MAIL

Strictly Come Dancing favourites Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace are back with a brand new show Dance ’Til Dawn!

After wowing audiences with Midnight Tango, the dazzling duo return in a sensational dance show straight from the Golden Age of Hollywood.

In 1940s LA, a romance unfolds between a beautiful starlet and her handsome lover. Dance ’Til Dawn will transport you to a time of elegance with stunning sets, a live band, world class dancers and Vincent and Flavia themselves with their flawless footwork and spellbinding choreography.

Dance ’Til Dawn is a classic love story that brings vintage Hollywood glamour to the present. This unforgettable evening of timeless sophistication and breathtaking dance is a must see.

‘BOTH CACACE AND SIMONE RADIATE CHARISMA, CONFIDENCE AND ABOVE ALL AN IRRESISTIBLE JOY IN DANCE’

‘SIMONE AND CACACE FREE UP THE ACTION IN A THRILLING WAY REGULARLY RAISING THE ROOF WITH IMPOSSIBLY FAST AND IRRESISTIBLY EXCITING BIG FINISHES’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

TUE 17 - SAT 21 FEB Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm C G PP Details page 34

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THE SENSATIONAL NEW SMASH HIT

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In 1997, a British film about six out of work Sheffield steelworkers with nothing to lose, took the world by storm!

Now, they’re back and this time they really have to go The Full Monty... live on stage.

Simon Beaufoy, the Oscar winning writer of the film, has gone all the way with this hilarious and heartfelt adaptation that’s getting standing ovations every night.

MON 23 - SAT 28 FEB Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm

With songs from the film by Donna Summer, Hot Chocolate and Tom Jones, this award-winning production is one huge package of laughs and emotion coming to Sunderland direct from London’s West End.

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UK THEATRE AWARDS WINNER - BEST TOURING PRODUCTION

GARY ANDREW LOUIS RUPERT MARTIN BOBBY LUCY DUNN EMERICK HILL MILLER SCHOFIELD

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A BRAND NEW PRODUCTION OF THE CLASSIC MUSICAL

Following numerous highly acclaimed productions that include Sweeney Todd and Sunset Boulevard, The Watermill Theatre returns with a new production of the classic musical Calamity Jane.

Starring Jodie Prenger (Oliver!, Spamalot and One Man, Two Guvnors) alongside Tom Lister (The Water Babies, Emmerdale) and a cast of multi-talented actor/musicians, this brand new production gets to the heart and soul of the musical.

Calamity Jane can outrun and outshoot any man in Deadwood.

Hard, boastful and desperate to impress, she travels to Chicago on the Deadwood Stage to recruit a star, Adelaid Adams. But things don’t go too smoothly for Calamity, as everyone in town favours the new girl and she struggles to keep her jealousy and pride in check.

It takes her long standing enemy Wild Bill Hickok to make her see sense, and realise her Secret Love.

With an Oscar nominated score that includes The Black Hills of Dakota, The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away), Just Blew in from the Windy City and the award-winning song Secret Love, don’t miss this new production which blows into Sunderland for one week only.

★★★★★ PLYMOUTH HERALD

‘QUITE SIMPLY THE BEST MUSICAL I’VE EVER SEEN’

TUE 3 - SAT 7 MAR Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm

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‘WELCOME TO THE WILD WEST AND A WHIP-CRACKING HOT-SHOT OF A SHOW’

SEEN BY 42 MILLION PEOPLE IN 13 COUNTRIES NOW THE MAGIC FLIES INTO SUNDERLAND

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Winner of 100 international awards, Wicked has been casting its magical spell over audiences across the world for a decade and continues to break records at London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre, where it is now the 10th longest-running show in the West End. In a brilliantly witty re-imagining of the stories and characters created by L. Frank Baum in ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’, Wicked tells the incredible untold story of an unlikely but profound friendship between two sorcery students. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their destinies as Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Packed with thrilling technical wizardry, stunning costumes and show-stopping songs (by Academy Award® winner Stephen Schwartz), Wicked is an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.

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Christmas Gift Ideas!

THE SMASH HIT BROADWAY MUSICAL ‘A COMBINATION OF UNSTOPPABLE LAUGHTER AND SHEER HAPPINESS’

Share your love of theatre this Christmas with one of our fantastic Gift Ideas. Many of our Box Offices are open right up to Christmas Eve, so even if you think you’ve left it too late, there’s no excuse not to give the gift of theatre!

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‘PUTS THE COMEDY BACK INTO MUSICAL COMEDY’

The All-Year-Round Gift Our ATG Theatre Card gift vouchers provide member benefits across a year at any of our UK theatres. Half price ticket offers, access to front row seats and exclusive events are all included it’s the perfect gift for theatre-lovers!

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The Experience Gift Buy an Ambassador Experience and make someone’s theatre visit even more enchanting. Choose from added extras at our fabulous bars or upgrade to the full VIP Experience in one of our stylish and luxurious Ambassador Lounges. Perfect, whatever the celebration.

The Choice-Is-Yours Gift MON 11 - SAT 16 MAY Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm

Our great ticket Gift Vouchers can be used to buy tickets for any show in any of our venues across the UK. From Jersey Boys, Wicked and Disney’s The Lion King to comedy, drama, ballet and bands, there’s a show to suit everyone. Choose the amount you’d like to gift, add a message and we’ll do the rest!

The West End Gift For a uniquely different present, buy tickets or a gift package to see Dirty Rotten Scoundrels - the No. 1 Best New Musical of 2014 at The Savoy Theatre. Robert Lindsay gives a musical masterclass in this caper about two fraudsters who are equally determined to outwit each other. Lindsay stars alongside Olivier Awardnominee Katherine Kingsley, with Bonnie Langford and Gary Wilmot.

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Based on Mel Brooks’ much loved Academy Award winning movie, The Producers is a hilarious musical comedy that has taken Broadway and the West End by storm, winning a record-breaking 12 Tony Awards® and 3 Olivier Awards.

Impoverished by a string of flops, New York producer Max Bialystock recruits timid accountant Leo Bloom to help him pull off Broadway’s greatest scam. They aim to produce the worst show ever and run away with millions, but they learn that showbusiness can kick you in the teeth.

From the producer of sell-out successes Midnight Tango and Dance ’Til Dawn and acclaimed Top Hat director Matthew White, The Producers features a riotous mix of eccentric characters and show stopping songs. Featuring the all time classic Springtime For Hitler and starring award-winning comedian Jason Manford, The Producers is one of the funniest Broadway musical of all time.

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gallops back out on tour to bring the West End production to theatres across the land (to the sound of banging coconut shells). Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Spamalot is a kind-of-new musical with a book by Eric Idle and an entirely new score for the new production (well, almost), created by Eric Idle and John du Prez.

The latest tour, which is directed by Christopher Luscombe, follows hot on the heels of the can’t–believe-how-successful-it-was Monty Python Reunion at The O2 and Eric Idle’s acclaimed performance of Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life at the 2012 Olympic Closing Ceremony - the world sang along, and Spamalot audiences get the opportunity to do so too!

During the run, there have been 21 onstage moustache incidents, three suspected cases of swine flu (French pigs!), three outbreaks of nits and 92 pairs of coconuts.

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Undoubtedly one of the biggest new musical openings to grace the West End stage and seen already by over half a million people, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels has been acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. This major new production is a rare chance to return to ‘AN ALL BUT LOST ERA OF MUSICAL COMEDY’ (THE GUARDIAN) and relive the golden age of the classic musical.

Based on the classic comedy film starring Sir Michael Caine and Steve Martin, you’ll be transported to the French Riviera and its decadent underworld, as two seasoned swindlers attempt to hoodwink a millionaire heiress. As the pair compete in the true art of the con, they discover there is only room for one of them.

Multi award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray, Legally Blonde) leads one of the finest creative teams ever assembled including the comedy duo who gave us TV’s Mad About You and West End hit musical The Full Monty.

Sophisticated and suave with a good dash of mischief, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is set to be the finest night out of 2015 - secure your ticket today.

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Direct from its tremendous success in the West End, winning three Olivier awards for Best New Musical, Best Choreography, Best Costumes and the Evening Standard Award for Best Night Out, this spectacular production is making its debut at Sunderland Empire in June.

Top Hat brings the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age and the glorious, tap-dancing magic of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers to the stage in one of the greatest dance musicals of all time.

Packed full of Irving Berlin’s greatest hits including, Cheek to Cheek, Top Hat, White Tie & Tails, Let’s Face the Music & Dance and Puttin’ on the Ritz, Top Hat tells the story of Broadway sensation Jerry Travers who dances his way across Europe to win the heart of society girl Dale Tremont. An uplifting and hilarious romantic comedy celebrating 1930s song, style and romance, Top Hat dazzles with over 200 beautiful costumes, breathtaking dance and a love story that will set the pulse racing!

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OPERA AND BALLET INTERNATIONAL PRESENT

THE LEGENDARY, SMASH HIT THRILLER RETURNS

DERREN BROWN’S HEADER BRAND NEW GOESSHOW HERE2015

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AN ELLEN KENT PRODUCTION FEATURING INTERNATIONAL SOLOISTS, A HIGHLY PRAISED CHORUS AND FULL ORCHESTRA

DIRECTED BY ANDY NYMAN & ANDREW O’CONNOR

VERDI LA TRAVIATA

STARRING ELENA DEE AND ALYONA KISTENYOVA The love story that gripped Paris.

A beautiful and fully staged production of 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.

Based on a true story, it tells of the passionate loves and life of the consumptive courtesan, Violetta.

‘FIRST-RATE SINGING’ THE STAGE

THU 19 MAR 7.30pm C G E F PP See page 34

A classic. A landmark. A legend.

The Mousetrap is famous around the world as being the longest running show of any kind in the history of theatre and now it’s back by popular demand.

The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be? One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment the identity and the motives are finally revealed. www.MousetrapOnTour.com

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The multi-award winning acknowledged master of psychological illusion is back on tour in 2015 with a brand new one-man show, Derren Brown: Miracle. Having confessed that performing live on stage gives him the greatest pleasure, Derren is, once again, looking forward to the challenge that comes with being acknowledged as one of the world’s most renowned live performers; a dark manipulator of magic and mind control.

This will be Derren’s seventh show since 2003.

Since then he has toured every year and been watched by an estimated audience of over one and a half million people. He has won two prestigious Olivier Awards, for Something Wicked This Way Comes (2006) and Svengali (2012). His last show, Infamous, was universally acclaimed by critics and audience alike.

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THE TIMES | INDEPENDENT | DAILY MAIL EVENING STANDARD | DAILY TELEGRAPH SUNDAY TELEGRAPH | SUNDAY EXPRESS Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards, this highlyacclaimed National Theatre production, embarks on its first ever nationwide tour from December 2014.

Based on the award-winning novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens and directed by Marianne Elliott, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is a thrilling new stage play from the National Theatre.

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Set design by Simon Higlett.

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ALL ABOARD THE MAGIC CARPET FOR PANTO 2015!

MARTIN DODD FOR UK PRODUCTIONS PROUDLY PRESENTS

FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY ABBA MANIA

THINK FLOYD

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SUN 1 MAR 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £4 off GROUPS 10+ 10th ticket free C

40 years after ABBA won Eurovision, it’s your chance to thank ABBA for the music! ABBA Mania brings ABBA fans old and new a night not to be missed. So dig out those platforms, dust down those flares and enjoy all your favourites including: Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper and many more. www.abbamania.com

This extraordinary show, dubbed The Definitive Pink Floyd Experience, is renowned for its stunning celebration of one of the world’s greatest musical phenomena. Now in their 20th year, the incredibly talented musicians who make up Think Floyd have managed to faithfully recreate all the atmosphere, visual magnitude and musical excellence of Pink Floyd live on stage. It’s no wonder they have long been regarded as the UK’s finest tribute to Pink Floyd.

‘A GREAT EVENING’S ENTERTAINMENT AND WELL WORTH THE MONEY’ THE STAGE

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FAMILY 3+ £17 When purchasing a minimum of 3 tickets incl. at least 1 child and must book by 31 Jul

GROUPS If paid by 31 Jul 10+ £15 20+ £14 50+ £12 OUT OF SCHOOL GROUPS 10+ £10.50 LEA SCHOOLS/ACADEMIES 10+ £8.50 or £10 with an ice cream plus 1 teacher free with every 10 pupils All above discounts apply to certain perfs and prices only

NOW ON SALE TO GROUPS AND ATG THEATRE CARD HOLDERS GENERAL ON SALE FRI 12 DEC

ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS

SAT 17 JAN 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off GROUPS 10+ 11th ticket free

Lee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist, presents a brand new show for 2015 - celebrating the entire career of the musical legend. Accompanied by his world-class band and large screen projection, Lee brings the electrifying power of Elvis’ performance back to life. Prepare to be enthralled by this musical journey and spend one night with Elvis. www.leememphisking.com

SEX IN SUBURBIA Supported by MON 9 MAR 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off GROUPS 10+ £2 off plus 11th ticket free C Claire Sweeney stars in and co-writes this brand new comedy about dating, men and finding Mr Right. Packed full of sensational songs including I’m Every Woman, I Want To Break Free and Somebody Else’s Guy, this show will make you laugh, cry and dance in the aisles.

‘HITTING THE COMEDY G-SPOT’ THE STAGE www.sexinsuburbiatheshow.com Age advisory 16+ with some strong language and adult themes

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SING-A-LONG-A FROZEN EXTRA PERFORMANCE ADDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND SAT 14 MAR 11am, 3pm & 6.30pm F

Disney’s Frozen gets the full Sing-a-long-a treatment! Who hasn’t been singing Let It Go and wanting to dress up as Elsa? Join in the experience with a screening of the film with lyrics on screen and sing along with Elsa and Anna. Introduced by a live host who will show you how to use your interactive fun pack and remember to dress up as your favourite character for the day.

Half price 11 - 13 Dec eves (Prem, A, B & C)

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FRI 13 MAR 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off GROUPS 10+ 10th ticket free C The Chicago Blues Brothers are back with a brand new action packed show to celebrate over 30 years of the Blues Brothers phenomenon!

The stars of the show not only entertain us with Jake and Elwood, but also classics from Aretha Franklin, James Brown and Cab Calloway. This non-stop revue is packed with over 2 hours of the very best Blues, Motown and Soul music from both of The Blues Brothers movies - and plenty of laughs too! www.thebluesbrothers.co.uk

Aladdin is a gem of a pantomime for all the family. Filled with adventure, mystique, stunning sets and costumes, comedy, song and dance and lots of audience participation - not to mention a real flying carpet - and guarantees another Christmas extravaganza!

BOOK BY 28 FEB AT 2014 PRICES!

CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS

www.singalonga.net/frozen Age advisory 5+

0844 8713022 Bkg fee

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A per ticket booking fee and transaction fee apply to phone and online bookings.

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FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY THE CIRCUS OF HORRORS

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THE ULTIMATE QUEEN TRIBUTE

MON 16 MAR 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD / PAY BY 24 JAN £3 off C The show that stormed into the finals of Britain’s Got Talent and now a West End smash is back to mark its 20th Anniversary in spectacular style. The latest incarnation The Night of the Zombie twists and turns with grisly murders and sensational shocks - all interwoven with some of the greatest and most bizarre circus acts on earth!

‘FREAKING AWESOME’ THE SUN www.circusofhorrors.co.uk The Circus of Horrors contains some nudity & language of a adult nature and is not suitable for children. Age advisory 16+

WED 25 MAR 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C

PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD WED 18 MAR 7.30pm GROUPS 10+ 10th ticket free

Winners of the National Tribute Awards 2013, Mercury have firmly established themselves as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Queen. The show includes fantastic and authentic performances of the most popular Queen hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and many more. www.mercuryqueentribute.co.uk

FRI 27 MAR 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2.50 off C

Word-renowned psychic returns with her sensational live show. An ordinary woman with an extraordinary gift, she believes that she has been able to communicate with people beyond the grave. Sally’s infectiously fun and down-toearth personality often leaves audiences in fits of laughter, bringing a refreshing twist to the work of mediums. Book your tickets now to see this phenomenal psychic in action! www.sallymorgan.tv

Re-live the sights and sounds of the sixties as the world’s premier Beatles band returns with their spectacular two hour multi-media stage production featuring all the classic Beatles hits.

Using film footage of the period and ‘with a little help from’ their regular brass and string ensemble the show traces the history of the Fab Four from Liverpool’s Cavern Club through Sgt Pepper to The Apple Rooftop. It’s not the Beatles but you simply won’t believe it! www.bootlegbeatles.com

The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment

THE ELO EXPERIENCE

SING-A-LONG-A SOUND OF MUSIC

Formed over 7 years ago, The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to ELO. With 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 musical journey through time.

The smash-hit musical show that’s been all around the world now returns to the UK for the movie’s 50th anniversary. For those of you not yet converted, Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music is a screening of the classic Julie Andrews film musical in glorious, full-screen Technicolor, complete with lyric subtitles so that the whole audience can sing along. Join our live host for a vocal warm-up, fancy dress competition and free magic moment fun pack!

TUE 17 MAR 7.30pm GROUPS 10+ 10th ticket free

www.eloexperience.co.uk

THU 26 MAR 7pm GROUPS 10+ 11th ticket free

HALFWAY TO PARADISE

MON 23 MAR 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off GROUPS 10+ 11th ticket free C

www.singalonga.net/sound-of-music

ROY CHUBBY BROWN SAT 28 MAR 7.30pm

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, sailing so close to the mark, even the most seasoned of fans will be left gob-smacked! ‘The World’s Most Outrageous Comedian’ is far too rude for TV, so this live performance is the only place to catch the flamboyant comedian! If easily offended please stay away! For adults only. Age advisory 18+

A shy young boy from Liverpool is re-christened Billy Fury and becomes one of Britain’s best loved rock stars. Now in its 18th year and still furiously rockin’, his own band, Fury’s Tornados, re-live his timeless hits - Last Night Was Made For Love, I Will, Jealousy, Halfway to Paradise and many, many more. With the stunning Colin Gold as Billy Fury.

Set to a giant nostalgic moving backdrop of this wonderful era & including personal movie footage of Billy. www.billyfurystory.com

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JIMMY CARR FUNNY BUSINESS

RAT PACK VEGAS SPECTACULAR SHOW

WED 3 JUN 7.30pm UNDER 16s FREE when accompanying an adult (Price C only) ‘Purveyors of Cool’ return to the Empire with ‘The Greatest Music Of The 20th Century’.

Wonderful memories of classic 60’s Las Vegas Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis.

Come Fly With Me, Sway, Mr Bojangles, Under My Skin and many more favourites.

The BBC summed it up - ‘MAGNIFICENT’.

Always a fun night out! www.ratpack.biz

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Following the biggest male strip show tour in UK history in 2014, The Dreamboys are back and hotter then ever with a brand new show. With special guest appearances on some of the UK’s biggest TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother, Loose Women, This Morning and The Only Way Is Essex and sold out worldwide tours, it’s no wonder they’ve earned themselves celebrity status.

DANCE ’TIL DAWN ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS* THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME* 10+ £5 OFF

www.dreamboystour.co.uk

DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS JERSEY BOYS 10+ £5 OFF 20+ £6 OFF 40+ £7 OFF

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MURIEL HARRISON EVERYBODY DANCE SAT 10 JAN 7PM PP

THE CARPENTERS STORY

FRI 10 JUL 7.30pm GROUPS 10+ £2 off ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off C Widely regarded as the first ever ‘Tribute’ show back in its 1989 incarnation, Phil Aldridge’s lavish arrangements, stunning vocal harmonies and Claire Furley’s uncanny representation of Karen Carpenter combine to bring back memories of pop’s most melodic duo. Featuring all the songs that made The Carpenters a legend in the world of music.

Featuring We’ve Only Just Begun, I Won’t Last a Day Without You, Goodbye to Love, Top of the World, Please Mr Postman and lots more.

Bkg fee

UPDATES AND PRIORITY ONSALES

THU 9 JUL 7.30pm GROUPS 10+ 11th ticket free ATG THEATRE CARD £2.50 off Age Advisory 18+

THU 4 JUN 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off GROUPS 10+ 10th ticket free C

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Jimmy’s been described as ‘the hardest working man in comedy’, which, let’s face facts, is not that impressive. It’s like being the ‘Tallest Dwarf’ or the ‘Healthiest Glaswegian’. Really not that big a deal.

Funny Business is Jimmy’s brand new stand up show. Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition; stay for the kn*b gags. www.jimmycarr.com Age advisory 16+

THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN

Britain’s biggest Motown spectacular returns with an all-new, all-star show celebrating 50 years of the label’s legendary artists in the UK. Five-star performances and 36 classics from The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more. With costumes, dance moves and musicianship made famous by the label.

HUGE SAVINGS AND NO BOOKING FEES

SAT 11 JUL 8pm

Cheapest price payable by cash in person at the Box Office. A 1% credit/debit fee may apply.

A per ticket booking fee and transaction fee apply to phone and online bookings.

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SIGNED THU 18 DEC 7pm RELAXED FRI 2 JAN 2pm Catering specifically for people with learning or behavioural disorders such as autism and ADHD. The atmosphere and the formalities of theatre are relaxed (audience members are able to come and go as they please and nobody will be asked to be quiet).

Pre-show familiarisation visits are available, as is a visual story of the show and a quiet space available during the performance.

GETTING HERE BY TRAIN Most train routes to Sunderland are via Newcastle Central and can be reached within just 20 minutes by National Rail and regular Metro services, with the closest stations to the theatre being Sunderland and Park Lane.

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THEATRE TOURS AT SUNDERLAND EMPIRE

GET INVOLVED AT THE SUNDERLAND EMPIRE EDUCATION RESOURCE PACKS Education resource packs support teaching and learning in the classroom and are designed to complement your visit to the theatre, in line with the National Curriculum. Packs are available for most shows this season, contact us for full details.

THEATRE EXPERIENCE JERSEY BOYS VOCAL WORKSHOP Adding a retro barber shop twist to current songs, participants will take an engaging harmonious vocal journey with fun exercises, being taught techniques to strengthen the voice, projection and performance. Suitable for beginners and available to groups of up to 25. Priced £6pp.

SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARFS Get set to travel deep into the magical forest on a very special pantomime adventure this festive season, with a range of fun and engaging workshops that will perfectly complement your visit to the show.

MIRROR MIRROR CONFIDENCE WORKSHOP Suitable for most groups. Develop communication skills and improve confidence, with a fun workshop based around the theme of the Wicked Queen’s mirror - a great workshop for team building!

HISTORY OF PANTO WORKSHOP Perfect for education groups or ESOL groups looking to learn about British culture and the traditions of pantomime.

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CURIOUS INCIDENT WORKSHOPS

E-WRITING FAIRY TALES WORKSHOP Creative writing or drama base, participants will get creative and remake modern versions of fairy tales. Includes Access all Areas Tour and refreshments.

Priced £6pp.

The National Theatre’s Learning programme on tour is generously supported by The Dorset Foundation

ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS WORKSHOPS LED BY NATIONAL THEATRE COMMEDIA DELL’ARTE Uses masks, improvisation, physical comedy and slapstick to explore this theme within the show.

SCRIPT TO STAGE Explores the rehearsal process focussing on text and character analysis, acting techniques and staging.

Both workshops are suitable for KS4 and KS5 students, HE students or adult groups. For more info and to book email learning@nationaltheatre.org.uk

All Creative Learning activities are subject to change and availability

PAGE TO STAGE† Facilitated by members of the Curious Company and NT Learning, this event will provide audiences with greater insight into how a novel whose extraordinary central character sees the world in his own unique way can be brought to life on stage. This event will be particularly suitable for families, community groups, and eager students wanting to learn during the half term. Wed 12 Aug 11am - 12.30pm. Priced £3pp. †

Attendees will be expected to leave the theatre at the end of the event to allow preparation for the matinee performance where doors open for 1.30pm.

FROM REHEARSAL ROOM TO ENGLISH CLASSROOM A practical workshop using the BBC Online Curious Incident resources which give firsthand insight into the National Theatre’s creative team process: This workshop is provided in collaboration with NT Learning and will consider aspects such as; non-verbal communication, developing plot, tension and comedy, dialogue versus narrative. This will be particularly suitable for KS3/KS4 English students. Priced £6pp. curiousonstage.com/education

At £6 per participant, this comprehensive theatre package offers great value for money, providing an all-inclusive theatre experience perfect for schools, youth and performing arts groups.

Sessions consist of an Access all Areas Tour, together with behind the scenes and stage access where available.* Participants get an insight into the inner workings and historical background of the venue, followed by a bespoke, heritage or show related workshop specifically tailored to your group. Refreshments included. *Behind the scenes and stage access are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed

EMPLOYABILITY PACKAGE Everyone goes through an audition at some point in their life.

Performers obviously audition all the time, however a regular job interview can also be an audition, an opportunity for someone to show off their knowledge and skills. We offer workshops to learn how to improve your audition (whatever the role) and maximise your employability.

CONTACT US Hollie Coxon 0191 566 1056 holliecoxon@theambassadors.com creativelearning.atg.co.uk

Family Fairytale Tours We’re delighted to be bringing you some exciting tours perfect for the whole family this festive season.

Tours will last approximately 1hr 30minues and include: ■ An exciting narrative centred around finding Snow White ■ Find clues around the theatre to her whereabouts ■ Refreshments ■ Back stage access* So will you succeed in your quest to find Snow White? Book your tour now to find out! Tours start prior to the matinee performance of Snow White on the following dates and times: SAT 13 DEC 11.15am SAT 20 DEC 11.15am WED 24 DEC 10.15am SAT 27 DEC 11.15am £6pp or £15 for family of 3 (1 adult 2 children).

Does not include show ticket.

THEATRE TOURS

Offering a unique opportunity to find out more about our Edwardian theatre.

Tours may also include access to dressing rooms and the stage, allowing you to see the set and lighting up close and personal. Lasting around 1hr 30minutes and concluding with tea and coffee, tours are now being taken for Jersey Boys on 2 December at 5pm.

Check our website for full list of tours available. Private non-show tours can also be arranged. £6pp or £5 for Groups 10+

TO BOOK Call 0844 871 3022 or book in person at the Box Office.

Tour spaces are subject to availability and routes may change Booking fees may apply Tours may involve a number of stairs *Behind the scenes and stage access are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed

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BOOKING & ACCESS INFORMATION SEATING PLAN

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CONCESSIONS ATG Theatre Card Offers are subject to availability on selected seats and prices and for a maximum of 4 tickets per card. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Shows with these symbols have the following concessions available:

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BOOK ONLINE www.atgtickets.com/sunderland (bkg fee) BOOK BY PHONE 0844 871 3022 (bkg fee) Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm Sun 10am - 8pm Calls to the Customer Contact Centre are charged at national rate (charges may vary according to service provider).

We are unable to accept ticket reservations over the phone or online.

Design SWD swd.uk.com Print John Good Ltd

BOOK AT THE BOX OFFICE NO BOOKING FEES Box Office, Sunderland Empire, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3EX Mon - Sat 10am - 6pm. On performance days we close 15 minutes after curtain up (normally 7.45pm). On Sundays and Bank Holidays, we’re open 1hr prior to performance times.

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GROUP SALES - NO BOOKING FEES 0844 871 3042 Mon - Fri 9.30am - 5.30pm AUTOMATED RUNNING TIMES 0191 566 1077 CARD CHARGES & TICKET COLLECTION Transaction and booking fees are applied.

Bookings may also additionally carry a credit/debit card fee. For security, when collecting tickets purchased by card, the card used must be presented on collection from the Box Office.

Seniors or Children or Students or JSA Claimants Groups of 10 or more - see page 29 Schools Family offers vary per show.

Please contact the Box Office.

Price promise - tickets from £10

Concessions may be restricted to certain price levels and performances and can be changed or withdrawn by management without notice. Only one concession can be applied at any one time and proof of status is required.

FRONT OF HOUSE OPENING TIMES & LATECOMERS RULE Doors open 1 hour prior to performance.

Latecomers may not be admitted to the auditorium until a suitable break in the performance and in some instances, not until the interval. The management reserves the right to refuse admission.

CONDITIONS OF SALE Tickets cannot be refunded. Ticket exchanges can only be offered for a per ticket exchange fee. Exchanges will only be accepted for the same production and for the same value or higher, on payment of the difference. All exchange requests are subject to availability and must be received at least 48 hours prior to the original performance date.

ACCESS INFORMATION If you have specific access requirements, please call our dedicated equal access booking line on 0844 871 7677 (Mon - Sat 9am - 10pm. Sun 10am - 8pm) or email sunderlandboxoffice@ theambassadors.com. is also available by calling 0844 277 9856 (24 hours).

Customer Contact Centre access booking number 0844 871 7677 Text Relay service is available Text phone users 18001 0844 871 7677 Standard phone users 18002 0844 871 7677

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SAVE WITH YOUR For more information on Text Relay, please visit www.textrelay.org Level access, lift, wheelchair spaces and Sennheiser infra red system are available to Stalls and Dress Circle areas.

Guide dogs are welcome. Customers who require additional assistance to attend the theatre can request at the time of booking.

Details of schedule access performances can be found on page 27.

Large print guides are available upon request.

Contact us for a copy.

AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) has grown to be the world’s number one live-theatre group with a total of 39 venues in Britain and on Broadway and an internationally recognised theatre producer. It is also a leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets and The Ticket Machine Group (TMG). ATG’s impressive portfolio of West End theatres includes Apollo Victoria, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Harold Pinter, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy and Trafalgar Studios 1 & 2. In New York, ATG owns The Lyric Theatre, the largest theatre on Broadway.

ATG’s regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador Cinemas; Aylesbury Waterside Theatre; New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham; Theatre Royal Brighton; Bristol Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone; King’s Theatre and Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre and Convention Centre; Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and New Wimbledon Studio and Grand Opera House, York. Current and recent ATG co-productions include Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, East is East, Richard III, Arcadia, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Jersey Boys, Rock of Ages, Macbeth, The Hothouse, The Pride, Passion Play, Posh, Jumpy and Constellations (Royal Court at the Duke of York’s), 9 To 5 The Musical, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Legally Blonde The Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, The Rocky Horror Show, Goodnight Mister Tom, The Mystery of Charles Dickens, South Pacific, All New People, Dandy Dick, Blue/Orange, Ghost The Musical, Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!, Exit the King, The Mountaintop, Being Shakespeare, The Misanthrope, West Side Story, Elling and Guys and Dolls.

The information in this brochure was correct at time of going to print. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices and concessions. Due to the varying nature of our shows, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times.

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Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

£40.50

£35.50

£30.50

£25.50

Halfway to Paradise

£22

Jersey Boys Mon - Thu perfs Fri & Sat perfs

£44 £45

£37.50 £39.50

£30.50 £32.50

Jimmy Carr

£26* £13*

£12*

£8*

La Traviata

£35*

£30*

£17.50*

Mercury

£18*

One Man, Two Guvnors

£21.90

£19.90

£33.90

£28.90

£23.90

£45* £47.50*

£39.90^ £43.90^

£27.90^ £32.90^

£10 £10

£75 £75

£48.90 £53.40

£38.90 £48.90

£33.90 £43.40

£23.40 £28.90

£12.90 £12.90

£79.90 £79.90

£16.50

£46.50

£44.40

£39.40

£34.40

£29.40

£20.40

£50.40

£41.40 £43.40

£34.40 £36.40

£27.40 £29.40

£22.40 £24.40

£52.40 £53.40

£23.50 £25.50

£18.50 £20.50

£48.50 £49.50

£47.90 £48.90

£10*

£39.50*

£14.90

£13.90

£9.90

£38.90

£33.90

£21.40

£12.90

£43.40

£31.40

£26.90

£20.40

£11.90

£36.90

£24.90

£23.40

£25.90

£23.90

£20.90

£10

£11.90 £24

One Night of Elvis

£22*

£20.50*

Rat Pat Vegas Spectacular

£23*

£21*

£17.50

£10

£34

£17*

£21 £21*

£23.90

Sally Morgan

£25*

£27.90^

Sex in Suburbia

£23*

£19*

£26*

£15* £11*

Snow White

£25

Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music

£15*

Spamalot

£30

The Bootleg Beatles

£28*

The Carpenters Story

£15

£10

£20

£10.50

£29.50

£27.90

£22.40

£16.90

£11.90

£11.90

£23.90

£13.40

£25.90

£23.90

£21.90

£32.40

£27.90

£22.40

£16.90

£11.90

£28.40 £30.40

£24.40 £26.40

£20.40 £22.40

£14.40 £16.40

£32.40

£35.50

£33.90

£39.40

£30.90 £19*

£29.50

£25

£19.50

The Dreamboys

£23.50*

£15

£10

£35

£37.90

£26.40

£21*

£23.90 £25.50 £27.50

£21.50 £23.50

£17.50 £19.50

The Magic of Motown

£25.50*

The Mousetrap

£29.50

£23.50

£17.50

£10

The Producers

£37.50

£32.50

£25

£19.50

The Worx

£10

£16.90

£21*

£27.50 £29.50

£28.90

£16.90 £12.90 £19.50

£23*

The Full Monty Mon - Thu Fri & Sat eves

£21.90

£15.40

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time The ELO Experience

£25.90

£13.50

Sing-a-long-a Frozen Adults Children

£19.90

£23.90^

Roy Orbison & Friends

Shameem Karim Dance Explosion

£48.90^ £51.40^

£28.90^

£28.50

Roy Chubby Brown

£23.90

£38.90

£24.90

Kathleen Davis - Va Va Voom

Muriel Harrison Everybody Dance

£28.90 £43.50

£10

£12.50 £14.50

£30.40 £32.40 £28.40

£10

£35

£32.40

£26.40

£20.40

£11.90

£45

£41.40

£36.40

£28.90

£23.40

£12.90

£48.90

£12*

£37.90

£13.90

Think Floyd

£21.50*

£19.50*

Top Hat Mon - Thu eves Wed & Thu mats Fri - Sat perfs

£38.50 £35.50 £40.50

£35.50 £30.50 £37.50

£30.50 £27.50 £30.50

£23 £23 £23

£15 £15 £15

Wicked Mon - Thu Fri - Sat

£52.50 £55

£42.50 £47.50

£32.50 £35.50

£25 £27.50

£20 £22.50

* A per ticket booking fee applies to all credit and debit card payments

** A £2.85 transaction fee applies to online and telephone bookings (excluding Theatre Card Holders & Group Bookings)

£24.40

£22.40

£41.50 £41.50 £43.50

£42.40 £39.40 £44.40

£39.40 £34.40 £41.40

£34.40 £31.40 £34.40

£26.90 £26.90 £26.90

£17.90 £17.90 £17.90

£45.40 £45.40 £47.40

£72.50 £75

£52.50 £55

£42.50 £47.50

£32.50 £35.50

£25 £27.50

£20 £22.50

£72.50 £75

RESTORATION FUND Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold contributes to the Sunderland Empire restoration fund ^ Booking fees apply to Theatre Card Holders

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