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THE FULL MONTY 23 - 28 FEB

2015 19 - 24 JAN ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS PP

17 - 21 FEB DANCE ’TIL DAWN

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23 - 28 FEB THE FULL MONTY 18 MAR SALLY MORGAN

19 MAR ELLEN KENT OPERA LA TRAVIATA

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

27 MAR BOOTLEG BEATLES

31 MAR - 25 APR WICKED PP

6 - 8 NOV BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET BEAUTY AND THE BEAST 9 NOV ELLEN KENT OPERA MADAMA BUTTERFLY

20 NOV VAMPIRES ROCK

25 NOV - 6 DEC JERSEY BOYS

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27 JAN - 14 FEB DIRTY DANCING

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28 JUL- 2 AUG ROCK OF AGES

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2 JUL SUNDERLAND SCHOOLS’ DANCE FESTIVAL

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‘BEST MUSICAL OF THE DECADE’ SUNDAY TIMES

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MUSIC & LYRICS BY ROBERT LOPEZ & JEFF MARX BOOK BY JEFF WHITTY BASED ON AN ORIGINAL CONCEPT BY ROBERT LOPEZ & JEFF MARX

STARRING

MARTI PELLOW AS CHE

MADALENA ALBERTO AS EVA PERON

LYRICS BY TIM RICE MUSIC BY 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 led 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, Evita features 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. West End star and multi-platinum selling artist Marti Pellow joins the cast of Evita. The Wet Wet Wet frontman and music legend will take on the role of Che.

★★★★★

‘A MONUMENTAL SHOW’

Join us for a night of variety with three of the North East’s funniest TV stars; comedians Chris Ramsey, Jason Cook and Steffen Peddie plus music from LuLu James a post-dubstep soul sensation from South Shields who’s star is set to shine in 2014. All funds raised go to the Foundation of Light, helping deliver charitable projects for young people and families in the North East.

‘BREATHTAKING’ THE STAGE

Winner of the Tony Awards ‘Triple Crown’ for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.

Created by Jeff Marx and Robert Lopez (Co-creator of Book Of Mormon and writer of the songs for Disney’s Frozen) Avenue Q is an irresistibly charming musical which tells the story of the loveable characters on a downtown New York street trying to make sense of life’s burning issues.

MON 16 - SAT 21 JUN Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm BSL SIGNED PERF Thu 19 Jun 7.30pm

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Following 5 years in the West End and sell-out runs worldwide (packed with mischief, bad behaviour and political incorrectness) this hugely entertaining show is hitting the road on a brand new tour!

SUNDAY EXPRESS

This production is given by permission of JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of New York

THU 3 JUL 7.45pm

Avenue Q has not been authorised or approved by the Jim Henson Company or Sesame Workshop, which have no responsibility for its content. Suitable for audiences 14+

MON 14 - WED 16 JUL Mon - Wed eves 7.30pm Wed mat 2.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD Half price opening night (Prem & A) C G See page 30

TICKETS FROM £10! *

Just a small town girl, livin’ in a lonely world. She took the midnight train goin’ anywhere. Just a city boy, born and raised in South Detroit. He took the midnight train goin’ anywhere. ROCK OF AGES is an L.A. love story lavished with OVER 25 CLASSIC ROCK ANTHEMS. BEN RICHARDS and NOEL SULLIVAN star in this hilarious musical comedy which will have you singing and laughing along with its EPIC songs, including: Don’t Stop Believin’, We Built This City, The Final Countdown, Wanted Dead Or Alive, Here I Go Again, Can’t Fight This Feeling, We’re Not Gonna Take It, Cum On Feel The Noize, Nothin’ But A Good Time, I Wanna Rock, More Than Words, Heaven and I Want To Know What Love Is, played loud and proud by an AWESOME live band. ROCK OF AGES arrives in SUNDERLAND following 3 SMASH HIT YEARS IN LONDON’S WEST END and 5 rockin’ years in Vegas and New York! Don’t miss out on a night of outrageous rock ‘n’ roll debauchery at the BIGGEST PARTY IN TOWN! MON 28 JUL - SAT 2 AUG Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8.30pm Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD† £10 off Mon, Tue & Fri 5pm (Prem & A) C G PP See page 30

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THE ACCLAIMED WEST END AND BROADWAY MUSICAL COMES TO SUNDERLAND

THU 18 SEP - SAT 1 NOV Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Sat & Sun mats 2.30pm Extra mat Thu 30 Oct 2.30pm Set against the majesty of the Serengeti Plains and to the evocative rhythms of Africa, Disney’s The Lion King is a worldwide theatrical phenomenon. It has been seen by over 70 million people worldwide and is still drawing sell-out crowds at London’s Lyceum Theatre in its 15th year. In September 2014 this award-winning production will begin its long anticipated season at the Sunderland Empire. A spectacular visual feast, this adaptation of Disney’s classic film transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music. At its heart is the powerful and moving story of Simba - the epic adventure of his journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands.

DON’T MISS THIS ACCLAIMED PRODUCTION WHEN IT ARRIVES AT THE SUNDERLAND EMPIRE!

STILL GOOD AVAILABILITY CAPTIONED PERF Thu 2 Oct 7.30pm BSL SIGNED PERF Tue 14 Oct 7.30pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Thu 23 Oct 7.30pm

Early booking recommended

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★★★★★

OPERA AND BALLET INTERNATIONAL PRESENT TWO ELLEN KENT PRODUCTIONS

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WITH INTERNATIONAL SOLOISTS, A HIGHLY PRAISED CHORUS AND FULL ORCHESTRA

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‘TOTALLY IMMERSIVE’ WHAT’S ON STAGE

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‘A WONDERFUL PIECE OF WORK’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

A cruel Prince, cursed to spend the rest of his life living in a fantastical castle with the animals he callously hunted, finds salvation in the heart of a beautiful girl. This towering gothic fairytale is another amazing production from the creator of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s smash-hit Cinderella. Caught stealing a single rose, Belle’s desperate father exchanges his life for his youngest daughter’s freedom. In his distant castle the Beast, stripped of his handsome features and his very humanity, must win her heart, or spend the rest of his life in bitter solitude. A beautiful girl, a hideous beast, a golden ballroom full of animals, two outrageously haughty sisters and a grumpy grandmother worthy of Roald Dahl, dance, prance and rage through the unfolding pages of Philip Prowse’s stunning storybook set of forests and castles, whilst David Bintley’s rich choreographic palette brings to life magical transformations, wild waltzes, soaring formations of birds and a relationship between Belle and the Beast that is at first terrifying, but ultimately serene and beautiful.

FAMILY FUN DAY SAT 8 NOV 12.30pm - 2.30pm Fun for all the family in this unique opportunity to go behind the scenes with Birmingham Royal Ballet*

THU 6 - SAT 8 NOV Thu - Fri eves 7.30pm Fri mat 2pm, Sat mat 2.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD† & BRB FRIENDS £7.50 off (Prem & A) C G E See page 30

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PUCCINI MADAMA BUTTERFLY WITH KOREAN SOPRANO ELENA DEE AND JAPANESE SOPRANO MIKI MORI

Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-winning Opera returns with exquisite sets and with a spectacular Japanese garden, fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan and the unforgettable arias One Fine Day and Love Duet.

WINNER OF THE ‘BEST OPERA AWARD’ LIVERPOOL DAILY POST THEATRE AWARDS 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.

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Both operas sung in Italian with English surtitles Cast subject to change

‘THIS IS A BUTTERFLY TO CHERISH’

MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS ON MADAMA BUTTERFLY

MADAMA BUTTERFLY SUN 9 NOV 7.30pm LA TRAVIATA THU 19 MAR 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD† £5 off (Prem & A) C G E F PP See page 30

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AMAZING SAVINGS FOR GROUPS OF 10+ NO BOOKING FEES! Did you know, when booking 10 or more tickets you can receive the following benefits: HUGE SAVINGS ON MOST SHOWS NO BOOKING FEES RESERVE NOW, PAY LATER ADJUSTABLE RESERVATIONS NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED REGULAR UPDATES AND PRIORITY NOTIFICATIONS DEDICATED VENUE SALES TEAM Shows marked with G throughout the brochure offer a group discount. For more information or to book tickets call

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DIRTY DANCING THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE 10+ £5 OFF 20+ £6 OFF 50+ £7 OFF EVITA* 10+ £5 OFF 20+ £6 OFF JERSEY BOYS 10+ £5 OFF 20+ £6 OFF 40+ £7 OFF LA TRAVIATA MADAMA BUTTERFLY Best available £25

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AVENUE Q BEAUTY AND THE BEAST* DANCE ’TIL DAWN* ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS* RIVERDANCE THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME* THE LION KING Limited availability 10+ £5 OFF

ROCK OF AGES* SPAMALOT* 6+ £5 OFF 10+ £7 OFF 50+ £8.50 OFF

DIRTY DANCING THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE 27 JAN - 14 FEB

‘DANCE DOES NOT OFTEN GET SO GOOD’

20+ £14

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COMPOSED BY BILL WHELAN

PRODUCED BY MOYA DOHERTY

DIRECTED BY JOHN MCCOLGAN

With an incredible two decades of global success since the show first burst into the public’s heart at the Eurovision Song Contest in Dublin in 1994, this is an unmissable chance for UK audiences to reconnect with what the Irish Times rightly described as ‘THE ORIGINAL. THE BEST.’ This 20th Anniversary UK Tour, gives Riverdance fans old and new, the opportunity to celebrate an incredible milestone for an incredible show. Twenty years after it took its first steps, a truly phenomenal piece of theatrical entertainment is back by popular demand. Don’t miss this anniversary tour!

‘THE SHOW IS QUITE SIMPLY INCREDIBLE’ THE WASHINGTON TIMES

‘A FAMILY EVENING UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE’ THE TIMES

‘THE SORT OF SPECTACLE AND EXPERIENCE THAT COMES ALONG ONCE IN A LIFETIME’ THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER

MON 10 - SAT 15 NOV Mon - Sat eves 8pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD† £7.50 off Mon - Thu (A & B) GROUPS 10+† £5 off Mon - Thu (A & B) C G E See page 30

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The internationally acclaimed stage sensation, Jersey Boys is touring the UK and Ireland for the very first time. 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. 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’ (SUNDAY EXPRESS) you simply will never forget.

TUE 25 NOV - SAT 6 DEC Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm GROUPS 10+ Hurry! Limited number of discounted tickets available C G E See page 30

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‘ENOUGH FESTIVE JOY TO LAST UNTIL NEXT CHRISTMAS’ EVENING CHRONICLE (SPEAKING OF CINDERELLA 2013) MARTIN DODD FOR UK PRODUCTIONS PROUDLY PRESENTS

‘A PANTOMIME THAT WILL SUIT ALL FAMILY MEMBERS’ WHAT’S ON STAGE (SPEAKING OF 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!

AS THE WICKED QUEEN

A spectacular family pantomime wouldn’t be the same without a dashing Prince (Dancing on Ice and EastEnders heartthrob Matt Lapinskas), an hilarious side-kick (star of CBeebies’ Balamory Andrew Agnew), plus outrageous costumes and glittering sets, lots of comedy capers, sensational musical numbers and lots of audience participation! Join us and our star cast this Christmas for yet another magical pantomime adventure! Early booking recommended.

DECEMBER 2014 Fri 12

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Wed 24 1pm

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Thu 25 Merry Christmas!

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Fri 26

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Sat 27

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Sun 28 1pm G

5pm G

Mon 29 2pm G

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Tue 30

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Wed 31

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JANUARY 2015 Thu 1

AS THE PRINCE

AS MUDDLES

Happy New Year!

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R RELAXED PERFORMANCE Fri 2 Jan 2pm. See page 30 for more information

DISCOUNTS G FAMILY 3+ £17 (applies when purchasing a minimum of 3 tickets, must include at least 1 child)

G GROUPS 10+ £15 if paid by 30 June, £16 thereafter G GROUPS 20+ £14 if paid by 30 June, £15 thereafter 50+ GROUPS 50+ £12 if paid by 30 June, £13 thereafter S SENIORS £18 (A & B)

A ATG THEATRE CARD Half price 12 Dec 7pm, 13 - 14 Dec both perfs (Prem, A, B & C) E LEA/ACADEMIES 10+ Best available £8.50 or £10 including ice cream, 1 teacher free with every 10 pupils O OUT OF SCHOOL GROUPS 10+ Best available £10.50

FUN WORKSHOPS Available to make your pantomime trip even more special. See page 28 for more information PP See page 30

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‘THE FUNNIEST SHOW ON THE PLANET’

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‘I DEFY YOU NOT TO BE ELATED’ SUNDERLAND ECHO

‘THE BIGGEST LIVE THEATRE SENSATION OF ALL TIME’ THE OBSERVER

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NORMAN PACE (Hale & Pace)

EMMA BARTON (EastEnders)

The National Theatre’s award-winning comedy One Man, Two Guvnors, embarks on its biggest-ever tour of the UK and Ireland from May 2014. Now seen by over 1 million people worldwide, this internationally acclaimed smash-hit is a glorious celebration of British comedy - a unique, laugh-out-loud mix of satire, songs, slapstick and glittering one-liners. Fired from his skiffle band, Francis Henshall becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe. But Roscoe is really Rachel, posing as her own dead brother - who’s been killed by her boyfriend Stanley Stubbers. Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a job with one Stanley Stubbers - but to prevent discovery, he must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple. Directed by Nick Hytner. Written by Richard Bean. Based on The Servant of Two Masters by Carlo Goldoni, with songs by Grant Olding.

‘ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS, ONE MASSIVE HIT’ INDEPENDENT

‘COMIC PERFECTION. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? BOOK NOW!’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

MON 19 - SAT 24 JAN Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD† Half price opening night (Prem, A & B), £5 off excl Mon & Sat eve (Prem, A, B & C) C G E PP See page 30

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Following its phenomenal run in 2012, the record-breaking sensation returns to Sunderland 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 ATG THEATRE CARD Half price opening night (Prem only)† C G PP See page 30

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SENSATIONAL NEW DANCE SHOW FROM VINCENT SIMONE & FLAVIA CACACE

THE SENSATIONAL NEW SMASH HIT

FROM THE CREATORS OF MIDNIGHT TANGO

‘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

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’ DAILY TELEGRAPH

‘AN AMBITIOUS BLEND OF WEST END SHOW, COMEDY THRILLER AND DRAMATIC DANCE DISPLAY THAT NEVER PUTS A FOOT WRONG’ LIVERPOOL ECHO TUE 17 - SAT 21 FEB Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD† Half price opening night (Prem, A, B, C), £5 off Wed & Thu PAY BY 30 SEP† & receive £5 off excl Sat (A, B, C) C G See page 30

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‘CHUFFING BRILLIANT’ DAILY MAIL

‘CHUFFING CHAMPION’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

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

MON 23 - SAT 28 FEB Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD Half price opening night (A, B, C & D) C G See page 30

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THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON FLIES INTO SUNDERLAND THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

HHHHH ‘A MAGICAL, MESMERISING MUSICAL’

Winner of 90 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 already the 15th longest-running West End musical of all time. 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.

MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS TUE 31 MAR - SAT 25 APR Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm Extra mat Thu 9 Apr 2.30pm

AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Mon 20 Apr 7.30pm BSL SIGNED PERF Thu 23 Apr 7.30pm

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MON 18 - SAT 23 MAY Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD† £10 off Mon - Wed (Prem, A & B) BUY 4 TICKETS GET 4TH FREE Mon - Thu (Price A, full price only) C G E See page 30 †Restrictions apply

‘MAGICAL AND MOVING’ DAILY MAIL

FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY THE DREAMBOYS

FIT AND FAMOUS 2014 UK TOUR TUE 8 JUL 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2.50 off GROUPS 10+ 11th ticket free

A VISION OF ELVIS

If you’re looking for the perfect girls’ night out, look no further than these incredible stripping hunks, the UK’s top male glamour show. In a brand new action packed night of music, muscle, magic and mayhem, these boys will leave you breathless and begging for more! Book now before it’s too late! www.dreamboystour.co.uk

FRI 27 JUN 7.30pm GROUPS 10+ 10th ticket free C

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BUGLE BOY

THE LIFE STORY OF GLENN MILLER THU 21 AUG 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off (Prem & A) GROUPS 10+ 10th ticket free C PP

Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain - exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world…

ATG THEATRE CARD† Half price opening night (Prem, A & B), £5 off excl Mon & Sat eve (Prem, A, B & C) PAY BY 1 NOV† and receive £5 off excl Sat eve (A & B)

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Back by overwhelming public demand, celebrating it’s 15th fantastic year with a sensational new show for 2014. Beyond the Barricade re-creates original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity and features a cast of past principal performers from the West End production of Les Misérables, and the 25th Anniversary Concert at the 02 Arena.

www.avisionofelvis.co.uk

Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards, this highlyacclaimed National Theatre production, embarks on its first ever nationwide tour.

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

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Starring Rob Kingsley and his sensational band and singers, with full HD projection, this is recognised as Europe’s most authentic & successful tribute to Elvis Presley. A full evening of classic hits, from the hip swivelling 50’s Sun Studios to the Movie Years and the 1968 Comeback Special with the finale being the electrifying Jumpsuit Concert Years.

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This thrilling new stage play from the National Theatre is based on the award-winning novel by Mark Haddon, adapted by Simon Stephens and directed by Marianne Elliott.

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THE DRIFTERS IN CONCERT THE OPTIMUM TOUR 2014

The New Hit Musical by Den Stevenson traces the life of Glenn Miller as he searches tirelessly for over twenty years to find a unique band sound. Features all of Glenn Miller’s iconic tunes In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, Little Brown Jug, Kalamazoo. Great story, great music, hailed a triumph. www.thebugleboy.info

FRI 4 JUL 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £10 off a pair of tickets C

HA HA HOOD!

STARRING SU POLLARD & CANNON AND BALL WITH BEN LANGLEY & ANDY PICKERING SUN 16 NOV 7.30pm GROUPS 10+ 10th ticket free ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C

This fast moving, exhilarating show brings the optimum of The Drifters’ historical legacy along with brand new recordings. Including Under The Boardwalk, Saturday Night At The Movies, Up On The Roof, Kissin In The Back Row, Come On Over To My Place, The One, Think Twice and many more, it promises to be the best yet!

The funniest farce in the forest! The Ha Ha! team are back with arrow splitting hilarity as they gallop in with their all-out new comic romp. Ten years after a messy divorce Robin and Marian are forced back together to fight the Sheriff once more. Little John and Friar Tuck, now considerably older and rougher around the edges, join the merry pair to try and save the citizens of Nottingham. www.hahahood.com

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Cheapest price payable by cash/cheque in person at the box office. A £2.85 transaction fee applies to online & telephone bookings (excluding Theatre Card holders & Group Bookings). *A 1% per ticket booking fee applies to all credit & debit card bookings made at the Box Office.

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PARKING Sunderland is excellent for parking with around 3000 parking places across the city centre. Both St Mary’s Multi-storey (480 places) P1 and The Bridges Multi-storey (760 places) P2 secure car parks are within a short walking distance of the theatre and both have very competitive rates. The Bridges P2 costs just 50p per hour from 6pm and £1.10 per hour before, whilst St Mary’s P1 costs £1.10 per hour all day. Prices as of 1 Jun 2014. sunderland.gov.uk / thebridges-shopping.com

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The Multi Award Winning Comedy by Marie Jones. Following a sell-out run on Broadway, four & a half years in the West End & on tour, the worldwide sensation Stones In His Pockets returns with Ian McElhinney, the original director at the helm. Seen by over 2 million people, don’t miss this hilarious & moving tale of a quiet Irish community turned upside down by the arrival of a Hollywood movie shoot.

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Celebrating its 11th year and final chapter of this classic Rock ‘n’ Roll spectacular! Starring Steve Steinman as the supremely evil Baron Von Rockula, see him and his cast of superb singers, dancers and formidable band blast their way through some of the greatest rock anthems! Including We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Highway to Hell, Sweet Child of Mine, Total Eclipse of the Heart, I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll, Poison and many more! www.vampiresrock.com

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West End leading ladies Kerry Ellis (Wicked/We Will Rock You), Joanna Ampil (Miss Saigon/Cats) and Ria Jones (Les Misérables/Evita) join forces to celebrate the best loved musicals from the past 40 years! Including Miss Saigon, Les Misérables, Cats, Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar and Wicked.

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BEASTLY BALLET An exciting opportunity to introduce children to ballet and creative dance with KS2 workshops based on Beauty and the Beast. Artists from Birmingham Royal Ballet (BRB) will visit schools week commencing 3 November to deliver fun and creative dance workshops. A day with BRB in your school could include three workshops with Yrs 4, 5, 6 (max 30 pupils per workshop) and a presentation/Q & A for workshop participants or the whole school. For a cost of £500 + VAT, you will receive a full day of workshops, free unlimited advice for teachers, free story guides for each pupil, teacher resources to help develop further work and display materials for your school. (Exact timetable for the day TBC).

JERSEY BOYS

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. E-WRITING FAIRY TALES WORKSHOP Creative writing or drama based, participants will get creative and remake new modern versions of fairy tales.

Workshops based on this internationally acclaimed stage sensation are available. Contact us for full details.

Workshops are priced at £6pp and include a FREE Access all Areas Tour followed by refreshments.

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EDUCATION RESOURCE PACKS

Get set to travel deep into the magical forest on a very special pantomime adventure this festive

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 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.

CURRICULUM FOCUSED / BESPOKE ACTIVITIES Our in-house multi-arts practitioners can deliver an extensive variety of activities suitable for all groups from all backgrounds - please get in touch to discuss how your group can benefit from one of the following:

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Heritage tours Confidence building Dance / physical theatre Vocal and acting master classes GCSE and A-level performing arts subjects Puppetry / mask making

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.

Offering a unique opportunity to find out more about our Edwardian theatre and experience behind the scenes action before curtain up! Tours may also include access to dressing rooms and the stage, allowing you to see the set and lighting up close and personal. 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. £6 or £5 for Groups 10+ for a 90 minute tour

NON-SHOW TOURS CAN ALSO BE ARRANGED

AFTERNOON TEA AND TOUR Evita on Wednesday 18 June at 12pm. £14pp

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

CONTACT US For more information about any of our Creative Learning activities or to discuss any other opportunities at the Sunderland Empire please contact us: Telephone Hollie Coxon on 0191 566 1056 Email holliecoxon@ theambassadors.com Visit our dedicated website creativelearning.atg.co.uk Booking fees may apply †Restrictions apply

Tour spaces are subject to availability and routes may change. Tours may involve a number of stairs

PRICES IN PERSON AT THE BOX OFFICE

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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. BOOK AT THE BOX OFFICE 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. 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.

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.

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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. ACCESS PERFORMANCES BSL performances by Northern Sign: Evita Thu 19 Jun 7.30pm Disney’s The Lion King Tue 14 Oct 7.30pm Snow White Thu 18 Dec 7pm Wicked Thu 23 Apr 7.30pm Captioned performances by Stagetext: Disney’s The Lion King Thu 2 Oct 7.30pm Audio described performances by Vocaleyes: Disney’s The Lion King Thu 23 Oct 7.30pm Wicked Mon 20 Apr 7.30pm RELAXED PERFORMANCES We are proud to announce the up coming relaxed performance of our family pantomime Snow White! Fri 2 Jan at 2pm A relaxed performance is catered specifically for families and people with learning and behavioural disorders such as autism. The atmosphere in the theatre is more relaxed; possible changes to light and sound may be made. Audience members can come and go as they please - no late comer’s rules. And no one will be asked to be quiet. Staff will receive specialised training to enable them to assist you during your time at the theatre and we will provide the following:

• A pre-show familiarisation visit, where

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groups, families and individuals can come along and explore the venue

A Vision of Elvis £22* Avenue Q £29.50 Beauty and the Beast £27.50 Beyond the Barricade £20.50* Bugle Boy £20 Dance ‘Til Dawn £35 Dirty Dancing Mon - Thu & Fri early

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• A visual story will be provided to If you have specific access requirements, please call our dedicated equal access booking line on 0191 566 1045 (Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm) 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

support the familiarisation visit

• A quiet space will be available during the performance, with activities and fidget toys.

Large print guides are available upon request. Contact us for a copy.

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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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A per ticket booking fee applies to all credit and debit cards made at the Box Office A £2.85 transaction fee applies to online and telephone bookings (excluding Theatre Card Holders & Group Bookings) Booking fees apply to Theatre Card Holders

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 40 venues in Britain and on Broadway and an internationally recognised theatre producer. It is also a leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets 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 (formerly Foxwoods), the largest theatre on Broadway. ATG’s

^^ A £4 one-off transasction fee applies to online and telephone bookings (excluding Theatre Card Holders & Group Bookings)

RESTORATION FUND Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold contributes to the Sunderland Empire restoration fun

regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador Cinemas; Aylesbury Waterside Theatre; New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham; Theatre Royal Brighton; Bristol Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone; King’s Theatre and Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Grimsby Auditorium; Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre 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 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.

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