Birmingham Hippodrome Brochure Spring 2015

A Stage for the Best in the World

Spring 2015 I 0844 338 5000 I birminghamhippodrome.com

WELCOME I hope you will find this forthcoming programme has a feel of familiarity in the very best sense.

We’re very pleased to have a season of terrific shows that are new productions of classic titles, blockbuster films reimagined into the best live theatre and bestselling books presented on stage with compelling theatricality.

I’d like to highlight Oklahoma! as it is produced by a consortium of twenty of the foremost regional theatres (including the Hippodrome), who have come together to create new musical theatre.

“Utter bliss” said the Daily Telegraph on opening night and I hope you will agree!

It wears its age lightly and has truly earned the title “classic”.

Dance is as always to the fore with wonderful productions of the highest artistry from Birmingham Royal Ballet, alongside the campest boys in town, The Trocks, with their hugely affectionate and hilarious pastiche – ballet as you may never have seen it before!

Universally acknowledged as one of the world’s greatest dancers, Sylvie Guillem has only ever performed at Birmingham Hippodrome in the UK outside London.

We are therefore honoured and delighted that as part of her farewell year of performances she has chosen the Hippodrome as the venue to perform in for the very last time in the UK.

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Whatever you choose to see, our aim is to give you the best possible experience. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Stuart Griffiths OBE - Chief Executive chiefexecutive@birminghamhippodrome.com Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust. Charity Number 510842 This brochure uses paper from a sustainable source and is bleached without elemental chlorine. Please recycle when you have finished with it.

Front cover main image: Barnum, insets: The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, The Bodyguard, Vincent & Flavia.

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Eat & Drink birminghamhippodrome.com/eatanddrink Call 0844 338 9000* for reservations.

Soak up the atmosphere and browse through a programme whilst enjoying attentive service and superb food a few steps away from your seats.

Return to your table in the interval to enjoy dessert, coffee and drinks.

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Main courses from £9.50

Indulge yourself with a selection of our finest mouth-watering canapés and champagne, served at your own reserved foyer table either pre-show or during the interval.

From £8.50 per person

If you’re short on time and looking for a quick and tasty bite to eat before the show, our Deli Bar is perfect. Situated in Front Circle Foyer, it offers a delicious selection of hot or cold snacks, sandwiches, cakes and drinks.

Ticket & Dining Packages birminghamhippodrome.com/theatrepackages Call 0844 338 5000* to book now!

Treat a loved one to a romantic occasion at the theatre with a luxury meal, a show from your very own private Royal Box, along with champagne, nibbles and a show programme.

Enjoy two courses and champagne pre-show at our StageSide Bar & Restaurant, opposite stage door on Thorp Street. Browse through your programme before taking your seats for a great night out!

From £87 per person†

From £77 per person†

FOR PARTIES OF 10+ Enjoy a glass of champagne and nibbles on arrival, a sumptuous three course meal in our Circle Restaurant and top price seats with a programme.

From £87 per person†

Mark that special occasion by enjoying a pre-show meal with family, friends or colleagues in a private suite just a few steps away from the auditorium.

Call our Events Team on 0844 338 6500* or email events@birminghamhippodrome.com

*Calls cost from 5p per min , 5% transaction charge applies †Prices may vary from show to show.

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Thu 30 Apr - Sat 23 May Following its phenomenal run in 2012, the recordbreaking sensation returns to Birmingham for four weeks only.

Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heartpounding 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.

Featuring hit songs including Hungry Eyes, Hey! Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart-stopping (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life, don’t miss your chance to see the fastest selling show in West End history.

You’ll have the time of your life!

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“ A spectacular show that had the crowd whooping from start to finish”

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Mon – Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed Mats 2pm Sat Mats 2.30pm Tickets from £20 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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Private Dining Experience Private dining options for groups of 10+ from only £15 per person!

See online or call 0844 338 6500 for details.

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A new play by

SIMON STEPHENS Based on the best-selling novel by

Mark Haddon

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WINNER!

7 OLIVIER AWARDS including

best new play

Tue 26 May - Sat 6 Jun Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards, this highlyacclaimed`National Theatre production, embarks on its first ever nationwide tour.

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…

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.

“Astonishing and Unmissable” Sunday Express

Daily Mail, Evening Standard, Sunday Express, Sunday Telegraph, The Independent, The Mail On Sunday, The Times

Mon – Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed Mats 2pm Sat Mats 2.30pm £17.50 - £42.50 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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The Magic Flute

Enjoy an evening of style and indulgence as a stand-alone event or combined with some of the finest performing arts and most spectacular shows.

Our dedicated and experienced team can be relied upon to deliver a night to remember which suits your budget, from private dinners to a champagne reception or an informal buffet.

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Wed 10 & Fri 12 Jun, 7.15pm

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Be enchanted Every now and then we need a night at the theatre that just makes us smile. Warm, fun and witty, Mozart’s The Magic Flute does just that.

One of the best loved operas of all time, The Magic Flute’s beautiful music and heart-warming comedy combines with colourful, imaginative sets and costumes to create a light-hearted, upbeat evening.

Family tickets Quote Magic5 to get one child’s (under 16) ticket for £5* with every full paying adult.

Sung in English with surtitles in English.

0844 338 6500 events@birminghamhippodrome.com birminghamhippodrome.com/events CALLS COST FROM 5P PER MIN.

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FREE PRE-PERFORMANCE TALKS Wed 10 & Fri 12 Jun,

6.15pm

JOIN US FOR Welsh National Opera’s SUMMER season £16 - £49

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Peter Pan

Pelléas and Mélisande

Libretto by Lavinia Greenlaw after the play by JM Barrie New Production

New Production

Thu 11 Jun, 7.15pm

Sat 13 Jun, 7.15pm

Come with us...

Timeless

Pirates, fairies and a ticking crocodile all await in Neverland – a place of unending imagination.

Any list of greatest operas to see in a lifetime must include Pelléas and Mélisande. It’s an opera unlike any other.

A casual glance would suggest that nothing seems to happen but beneath the surface everything happens.

This magical new opera is an original yet faithful take on this eternally enchanting story. WNO’s inventive production promises pure Edwardian fantasy. Peter Pan is an ideal opportunity to introduce family members aged 8 and over to the magic of opera.

Children’s tickets Tickets for £1* for under 16s accompanied by at least one adult. Limited availability.

Sung in English with surtitles in English.

Strange, troubling, sad and very beautiful.

Debussy’s music casts a spell like a haze on a summer’s day. Experience this 20th century masterpiece in a timeless production created by the team behind WNO’s definitive production of Berg’s Lulu.

Sung in French with surtitles in English.

FREE PRE-PERFORMANCE TALK 6.15pm

FREE PRE-PERFORMANCE and FAMILY TALKs 6.15pm

Audio description is offered at this performance with an accompanying touch tour at 6pm.

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Carmina burana Music Carl Orff Choreography David Bintley Image: Birmingham Royal Ballet; photos: Bill Cooper

Designs Philip Prowse Lighting Peter Mumford

The King Dances Music Stephen Montague Choreography David Bintley Designs Katrina Lindsay Lighting Peter Mumford

The King Dances supported (2015)

by Jennifer Rowe and Birmingham Royal Ballet’s New Work Syndicate (2014-15) and Director’s Appeal (2014-15)

Wed 17 - Sat 20 Jun Marking Director David Bintley’s 20th year with Birmingham Royal Ballet, this programme contrasts his acclaimed Carmina burana from 1995 with his latest work, The King Dances.

In 1653 the 14-year-old Louis XIV of France danced the role of Apollo the sun god in Le Ballet de la nuit, and earned himself forever the soubriquet the Sun King.

In The King Dances, David Bintley re-imagines the very beginnings of ballet, when men were quite literally, the kings of dance.

Carmina burana, the first ballet Bintley created for the Company as Director, an encounter with the mind-blowing Goddess Fortuna deals three seminarians a major lesson in the fickle nature of fate.

Carmina burana is a thrilling, large-scale production, danced to Carl Orff’s dramatic and emotionally charged choral music, for which the Royal Ballet Sinfonia are joined by Birmingham’s Ex Cathedra.

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“Carmina burana is just awesome” The Stage

Express, Independent, London Evening Standard, The Arts Desk

Wed – Sat Eves 7.30pm Thu Mat 2pm Sat Mat 2.30pm £16 - £47 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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Image: Birmingham Royal Ballet; photos: Richard Battye and Bill Cooper

Music Léo Delibes Choreography David Bintley Designs Sue Blane Lighting Mark Jonathan

Wed 24 - Sat 27 Jun A humorous trip through time to learn valuable lessons in love.

Count Guiccioli’s infidelities cause marital strife between him and his wife and threaten both their anniversary celebration and the burgeoning love between Amynta and Sylvia, their servants. It is left to the God of Love, Eros (in disguise as a gardener), to reconcile their differences as he takes them, and us, back to the age of mythical Rome in order to teach them all a lesson about Love.

David Bintley’s time-hopping comedy features music by Léo Delibes, the composer of Coppélia (see p7), and a colourful cast of Gods and Goddesses, slave girls and pirates. Tchaikovsky wrote of Delibes’ score, that his own music for Swan Lake was ‘poor stuff’ in comparison.

“A gorgeous and important work... a delight from start to finish” The Sunday Express

“Hurrah for Bintley and his cast” The Financial Times

Wed – Sat Eves 7.30pm Thu Mat 2pm Sat Mat 2.30pm £16 - £50 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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FROM THE PRODUCERS OF FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, HIGH SOCIETY AND THE KING & I M u s i c & Ly r i c s a n d R oya l & D e r n g at e N o r t h a m p to n present

Tue 30 Jun - Sat 4 Jul From the minute the rugged cowboy Curly steps on to the stage singing Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’ we know that all will be right with the world.

This colourful production overflows with well-known songs such as I’m Just a Girl Who Cain’t Say No, Surrey With a Fringe on Top, Kansas City, People Will Say We’re in Love and, of course, the rousing title song itself!

This brand new production starring Belinda Lang as Aunt Eller and Gary Wilmot as Ali Hakim is directed by Rachel Kavanaugh. It features a large cast and chorus as well as a live orchestra, bringing you romance, excitement and a score filled with sunshine.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s OKLAHOMA! Music by RICHARD RODGERS Book and Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II

“ I defy anyone not to emerge from this with a big smile plastered on their face”

The Sunday Express

“ A heart-warming show ” Birmingham Mail

Tue - Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed Mat 2pm Sat Mat 2.30pm £18 - £40 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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Based on the play ‘Green Grow the Lilacs’ by Lynn Riggs

Original Dances by Agnes de Mille Presented through special arrangement with R&H Theatricals Europe

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Tue 7 Jul – Sat 1 Aug ‘Barnum’s the name, P T Barnum, and I want to tell you that tonight, on this stage, you are going to see - bar none - every sight, wonder and miracle that name stands for!’

This exhilarating musical follows the irrepressible imagination and dreams of Phineas T Barnum, America’s Greatest Showman. The story of his life and his marriage to Chairy reveals a couple who looked at the world from opposite ends of the spectrum, showing that she was the practical one who made his dreams come true. We follow the legendary showman’s life as he lit up the world with colour, warmth and the excitement of his imagination and finally teamed up with J A Bailey to create Barnum and Bailey’s Circus - the Greatest Show on Earth.

Starring Brian Conley (Oliver!, Hairspray, Jolson) and Linzi Hateley (Mary Poppins, Mamma Mia!, Chicago, Les Misérables), Cy Coleman’s wonderfully exuberant score includes the hits; Come Follow The Band, The Colours Of My Life and There Is A Sucker Born Ev’ry Minute.

A CAMERON MACKINTOSH / MICHAEL HARRISON PRESENTATION OF THE MARK BRAMBLE / MICHAEL STEWART / CY COLEMAN MUSICAL

“ Brian Conley is the ultimate showman” Birmingham Mail

Mon - Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed Mats 2pm Sat Mats 2.30pm £19.50 - £48.50 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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Wed 5 – Sat 29 Aug THE BODYGUARD, the award-winning musical based on the blockbuster film, is heading to Birmingham in 2015 starring ALEXANDRA BURKE* as Rachel Marron. Direct from its smash-hit West End run, the show is coming to Birmingham Hippodrome for four weeks only!

Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don’t expect is to fall in love.

A“BRILLIANT!” (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, THE BODYGUARD features a whole host of Whitney Houston’s greatest hits including One Moment in Time, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and, of course, the legendary I Will Always Love You. *Alexandra Burke is not scheduled to perform at midweek matinees, Saturday matinees or Fri 21 and Sat 22 Aug performances. Please check the website for further details.

Mon – Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed Mats 2pm (excl. 5 Aug) Thu 6 Aug Mat 2pm Sat Mats 2.30pm £18 - £49.50 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

birminghamhippodrome.com/bodyguard # BHbodyguard Age Guidance: 10+

Private Dining Experience for groups of 10+, only £55.50 per person. See online or call 0844 338 6500 for details.

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Sylvie Guillem Life in Progress

“The greatest female dancer I have ever seen” Sarah Crompton, THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

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Mats Ek William Forsythe Akram Khan Russell Maliphant

Tue 8 & Wed 9 Sep “You can’t take your eyes off Guillem.

The flair and virtuosity of her dancing stops you in your tracks” EVENING STANDARD

Photo by Lesley Leslie-Spinks

Hailed as one of the greatest dancers of her generation, Sylvie Guillem performs for the final time in the UK here at Birmingham Hippodrome. Her last two visits here in 2012 and 2014, both part of International Dance Festival Birmingham, have been acclaimed as some of the finest dance performances ever seen.

Guillem began training at the Paris Opera Ballet School in 1977, and in 1981 joined the company’s corps de ballet, being promoted to the rank of ‘Etoile’ by Rudolf Nureyev at the age of 19. As a Principal Guest Artist at the Royal Ballet and Tokyo Ballet, Guillem has played some iconic roles in ballets by Kenneth MacMillan, Maurice Béjart, Frederick Ashton, William Forsythe and Mats Ek. She has also performed with the world’s most famous companies including the Mariinsky, American Ballet Theatre and La Scala, Milan. Since 2006 she has been an Associate Artist at Sadler’s Wells, and has forged a second, hugely successful career as a dancer in new and contemporary works.

Photo by Carl Fox

For this very special programme titled Life in Progress, she will dance two new works including a solo with live musicians on stage, choreographed by Sacred Monsters choreographer Akram Khan. The second will be a pas de deux with Italian dancer Emanuela Montanari from La Scala, choreographed

by Russell Maliphant who created the award-winning PUSH. This last opportunity to see her dance on stage in the UK will also include Mats Ek’s touching and poignant Bye (which was made especially for her and performed as part of the 6000 miles away programme), and William Forsythe’s Duo performed by Brigel Gjoka and Riley Watts.

A Sadler’s Wells Production, co-produced with Les Nuits de Fourvière and Sylvie Guillem.

Tue & Wed Eves 7.30pm £15 - £75 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1) Photo by Lesley Leslie-Spinks

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Dara O Briain

Photo: Andy Hollingworth

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Thu 10 – Sat 12 Sep, 8pm

Fri 13 & Sat 14 Nov, 8pm

No stranger to yap Alan Carr will be yapping his way around the UK and Ireland with his brand new stand up show ‘Yap, Yap, Yap!’ The BAFTA and British Comedy Award winning comedian, author and chat show supremo returns to his stand up roots with his hilarious take on life.

Dara is one of the most recognisable faces on British TV, as host of the hugely successful Mock The Week, The Apprentice You’re Fired and Star Gazing Live. Not forgetting his most recent shows Dara O Briain: School of Hard Sums for Dave and Dara O Briain’s Science Club for BBC2. Catch one of the most charismatic, intelligent, fast-talking and downright funny live performers working today.

Yap it up!

“An absolute natural on stage… a born storyteller, sheer entertainment” SUNDAY MIRROR

£30 Age Guidance: 15+

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“If you want a comic who can hold an audience in the palm of his hand for two hours, here’s your man” THE TIMES “Devilishly sharp”

METRO

£23 Age Guidance: 14+

(Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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Mon 14 - Sat 19 Sep Cole Porter’s classic, multi-award winning musicalcomedy, Anything Goes sails into town in this brand new production!

This uplifting masterpiece of music and dance includes the magnificent songs I Get A Kick Out of You, You’re the Top, It’s De-Lovely and Anything Goes.

“ Delightful, de-lovely and de-definitely worth booking a ticket” The Guardian

Anything Goes features a sensational cast of 26 including Shaun Williamson (EastEnders, One Man, Two Guv’nors), Kate Anthony (Coronation Street, Doctors) Simon Rouse (The Bill) and Olivier Award nominees Debbie Kurup (The Bodyguard) and Matt Rawle (Evita).

Mon – Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed Mat 2pm Sat Mat 2.30pm £17 - £39.50

Hop aboard for sassy heroines, mischievous mob bosses, comedy capers and tap dancing sailors in this hilarious tale of romance and hi-jinks on the high seas.

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(Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

Stage Entertainment presents the Sheffield Theatres production Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Original Book by P.G. Wodehouse & Guy Bolton and Howard Lindsay & Russel Crouse New Book by Timothy Crouse & John Weidman Originally produced by Lincoln Center Theater, New York City

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Summer in Southside 2014

Extraordinary Performances Whether out and about in Southside or in our Patrick Centre studio, we like to offer something different. Enjoy the welcome return of Summer in Southside this August (see opposite).

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Learning for Everyone

Access all Areas

In schools, colleges and here at the theatre, peoples of all ages and backgrounds participate in a range of life-changing projects.

Our school holiday workshops for ages 4-16 are now on sale, call 0844 338 5000 to book.

Anyone with special needs is welcome and visually or hearingimpaired patrons can enjoy regular audio-described, sign-language or captioned performances all year.

See pages 40 & 41 for details.

If you’re a teacher or in a community group with a project in mind please get in touch: creativelearning@birminghamhippodrome.com If you’d like to support our projects, let’s work together: development@birminghamhippodrome.com

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Tue 22 – Sat 26 Sep Vincent and Flavia in a brand new show!

Fresh from their sell-out Olivier Award nominated hit shows Midnight Tango and Dance ’Til Dawn, Strictly Come Dancing superstars and the UK’s best loved Argentine Tango Champions, Vincent Simone & Flavia Cacace return to Birmingham with a brand new show.

Twenty years of dancing together has seen them become Strictly Come Dancing favourites, UK Dance Champions, create and star in their own West End productions and become national treasures.

Now it’s your chance to experience what they do best in an intimate, passionate and explosive experience.

“ A triumph!”

Daily Telegraph on Midnight Tango

“ Star presence and poise, danced with exuberant delight” The Independent on Midnight Tango

Sunday Express on Dance ‘Til Dawn

Tue - Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed Mat 2pm Sat Mat 2.30pm £18.50 - £45 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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BIRMINGHAM ROYAL BALLET 2015–16 Subscription Season l Completely re-designed packages l Book for three or six shows l Design your own package l Cheaper ticket prices l On sale from 14 May Join us for a year of stunning ballet at home in Birmingham. This year’s highlights include Swan Lake, Romeo and Juliet and The Taming of the Shrew. Visit www.brb.org.uk now to sign up for e-mail updates and a reminder about subscription packages going on sale.

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Tue 13 – Sat 31 Oct Annie, the world’s favourite family musical, comes to Birmingham for 3 weeks only, starring Craig Revel Horwood, the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing judge, as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!

Birds of a Feather star Lesley Joseph will be playing Miss Hannigan at all Saturday performances: 17, 24 & 31 October.

Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery and torment at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Determined to find her real parents, her luck changes when she is chosen to spend Christmas at the residence of famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search…

With its award-winning book and score, this stunning new production includes the unforgettable songs Hard Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything But You and Tomorrow.

Don’t miss Annie – you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it!

Craig Revel Horwood

Tue – Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed & Thu 29 Mats 2pm Sat Mats 2.30pm £20 - £42.50 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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Photos by Max Lacome-Shaw

BILL KENWRIGHT KENWRIGHT BILL

BY SPECIAL SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT ARRANGEMENT WITH WITH THE THE REALLY REALLY USEFUL USEFUL GROUP GROUP PRESENTS PRESENTS BY

TIM TIM ROGERS ROGERS AS JUDAS ISCARIOT

AS JUDAS ISCARIOT

GLENN GLENN CARTER CARTER AS JESUS AS JESUS

Mon 2 – Sat 7 Nov Jesus Christ Superstar exploded onto the musical scene in 1971 - stunning audiences and changing the face of musical theatre forever. Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock opera tells the story of the last seven days in the life of Jesus through an extraordinary, groundbreaking score. As compelling today as it was at its inception over forty years ago, Jesus Christ Superstar has some of musical theatre’s most legendary songs from I Don’t Know How to Love Him, Everything’s Alright and Gethsemane through to, of course, Superstar.

Leading performer Glenn Carter returns as Jesus, musical theatre star Tim Rogers plays Judas Iscariot, while X Factor finalist Rachel Adedeji stars as Mary Magdalene.

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Produced by Bill Kenwright and the creative team behind numerous blockbuster musicals, Jesus Christ Superstar tells the world’s oldest story with the superb theatricality they have brought to Evita, Joseph, Cabaret, Blood Brothers, Whistle Down the Wind, Starlight Express and many more.

RACHEL RACHEL ADEDEJI ADEDEJI AS MARY MAGDALENE

AS MARY MAGDALENE

“ An Unforgettable Musical Triumph” EVENING POST

“ An Almighty Hit’ BIRMINGHAM POST

Mon – Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed Mat 2pm Sat Mat 2.30pm £18 - £42.50 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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Dance Consortium presents

Tue 10 & Wed 11 Nov This autumn the fabulous, award-winning, scene-stealing Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo (or ‘The Trocks’ to their friends), return… in size 12 pointe shoes.

Hurtling through the classical ballet repertoire with their inimitable blend of skill, grace and with a wit as sharp as scissors en pointe, The Trocks have been a global phenomenon since they formed in the late-late shows in Off-Off Broadway lofts in New York, 1974.

Dancers, including Ida Nevasyneva and Olga Supphozova, present two programmes which effortlessly display their startling technical prowess and their no less extraordinary make-up skills.

Enjoy show-stopping Swan Lake (Act II), Merce Cunningham-inspired Patterns in Space, Go For Barocco, a satire on Balanchine’s choreography and the UK premiere of Don Quixote.

As the darlings of the ballet world, The Trocks combine a genuine love of ballet with parody and preening in their laugh-a-minute shows that will delight both The Trocks initiated and ballet novices.

“ A hoot. The Trocks aren’t simply a bunch of guys with pins to burst the ballet bubble” The Guardian

Eves 7.30pm Wed Mat 2pm POST SHOW TALK: Tue 10 Nov

£15 - £34.50 (Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

birminghamhippodrome.com/trocks # BHtrocks Age Guidance: 10+

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Conferences and Meetings Birmingham Hippodrome boasts some of the most spacious, versatile and inspiring facilities and meeting rooms at the very heart of the UK’s most creative city.

I puritani Bellini New Production

Whatever your conference, seminar or meeting requirements, our renowned Events, Technical and in– house Catering teams will ensure personal support and the highest standards every step of the way.

We can even support your external event using our technical and catering know-how.

Tue 17 Nov, 7pm Turbulent times

“EVERYTHING WENT VERY SMOOTHLY

and thanks for all your help in making this meeting so hassle free”

PwC

Bellini’s English Civil War drama is the most purely entertaining of all bel canto operas.

There are vocal fireworks aplenty. But they are never at the cost of character, story and emotional depth. I puritani contains a cavalcade of great opera moments.

The cast includes Barry Banks, one of today’s great tenors and if you haven’t joined WNO for the bel canto series so far, now is the time. Fans of great Italian opera need to see I puritani.

Sung in Italian with surtitles in English.

Contact our dedicated Events Team 0844 338 6500 events@birminghamhippodrome.com birminghamhippodrome.com/events CALLS COST FROM 5P PER MIN.

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FREE PRE-PERFORMANCE TALK 5.30pm

JOIN US FOR Welsh National Opera’s AUTUMN season £16 - £49

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Orlando Handel

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Co-production with Wales Millennium Centre, West Yorkshire Playhouse in association with Royal Exchange Theatre

New Production

Music and lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM Book by HUGH WHEELER From an adaptation by CHRISTOPHER BOND

Originally directed by Harold Prince Original orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick

Wed 18 Nov, 7.15pm

Thu 19 – Sat 21 Nov, 7.15pm

Out of time, out of mind

Sweeney Todd fills a void with a bloody quest for vengeance. Those who enter his shop get more than a close shave. The unlucky ones ending up in Mrs Lovett’s rather unsavoury pies, proving you are what you eat.

Full of ravishing music and poignant drama, Orlando is one of Handel’s greatest works and the perfect place to begin a love affair with his operas. Handel explores the destructive side of love as our hero descends into madness when he is rejected by Princess Angelica. Harry Fehr’s acclaimed staging stylishly updates this tale of inner turmoil to the outset of the Second World War. WNO have assembled a world-class cast of Handel performers for this production.

The cast, conducted by acclaimed Baroque interpreter Rinaldo Alessandrini, includes international counter-tenor Lawrence Zazzo in the title role. Rebecca Evans, one of the country’s finest sopranos, sings the role of Angelica.

Sung in Italian with surtitles in English.

FREE PRE-PERFORMANCE TALK 5.45pm

Sondheim’s masterpiece is by turns hugely funny, terrifying and deeply sad. It is complex but always engaging. See Sweeney Todd and you’ll find that it buries itself in your consciousness and refuses to leave. With all the emotional impact of the greatest operas, it deserves to be performed by the forces of WNO’s Chorus and Orchestra.

Sung in English with no surtitles. Amplification will be used in line with music theatre practice.

Originally produced on Broadway by Richard Barr, Charles Woodward, Robert Fryer, Mary Lea Johnson, Martin Richards in association witih Dean and Judy Manos Presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of New York FREE PRE-PERFORMANCE TALK Thu 19 Nov 5.45pm

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There’s no better sign that Christmas approaches than the arrival of BRB’s evergreen production of The Nutcracker. Brimming with festive energy, this ballet charms young and old alike.

When a young girl sneaks downstairs on Christmas eve to play with her new nutcracker doll, she is swept up in a fantastic journey, filled with toy soldiers, sugar plum fairies, and of course her handsome prince. This world-famous production by Sir Peter Wright, with exquisite designs by John Macfarlane, is acclaimed as the best in Britain.

Image: Birmingham Royal Ballet; photo: Bill Cooper

Fri 27 Nov - Sun 13 Dec

“Unforgettable” The Stage

“ A genuinely festive Nutcracker, affectionate and lively.”

The Independent

“Delivers the wow-factor, year on year” Birmingham Post

“No other version comes close” The Sunday Times

Music Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Choreography Peter Wright; Lev Ivanov; Vincent Redmon

On general sale 1 June Tickets £19 - £56 30

Production Peter Wright Designs John F. Macfarlane Lighting David A. Finn

Sat 19 Dec – Sun 31 Jan Packed with sensational special effects, laugh-out-loud comedy, and an Aladdin’s cave of lavish sets and costumes, this year’s Birmingham Hippodrome pantomime will be everything you could wish for!

The star cast includes the hilarious Matt Slack, who returns to Britain’s biggest panto by popular demand.

Fly over to the box office today to book the best seats before further casting is announced.

“Slack is a born performer, he sees a chink in our armour, touches our collective funny bone and sets the house on a roar”

Birmingham Post

THE STAGE

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THE TIMES

STOURBRIDGE NEWS

WHAT’S GOOD TO DO Quotes and Stars from Jack and the Beanstalk, 2014/15

For detailed performance times please go to birminghamhippodrome.com/aladdin £14 - £42

FRIENDS see insert

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Tue 28 Jun - Sat 3 Sep 2016 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.

“The ultimate feel-good show!”

Classic FM

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“ABBA-solutely Fabulous” Daily Mail

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.

Mon - Sat Eves 7.30pm Wed & Thu Mats 2pm Sat Mats 2.30pm £28 - £60

This irresistibly funny show has been thrilling audiences all around the world and now the party is coming to Birmingham Hippodrome for the first time, 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!

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(Ticket prices subject to change, 5% transaction charge, plus postage from £1)

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Patrons

PLAY YOUR PART

You’ll receive fantastic benefits and exclusive access to the theatre you love. From as little as £25 a month, your contribution will directly fund the delivery of our creative and education programmes via Hippodrome Plus.

FROM

£25 A MONTH

“We both love the social gatherings and special offers, as well as having a close connection with the Hippodrome” WIN AND LOLA, BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME PATRONS SINCE 2008

LEVELS AND BENEFITS NEW Hippodrome Circle £3,000+ ANNUALLY Or 10 instalments of a minimum of £300

Our highest level supporters receive all benefits associated with the Headline Act Patrons, with a higher level ticket credit, invitations from our Chief Executive and Trustees, a private backstage tour and the opportunity to Name a Seat in our auditorium.

Headline Act £1,400 - £2,999 ANNUALLY Or 10 instalments of a minimum of £140

Headline Act Patrons receive all of the Supporting Cast benefits as well as unlimited access to our private Qdos Lounge, a £175 ticket credit and selected use of our private hospitality suites.

Leading Role £700 - £1,399 ANNUALLY Or 10 instalments of a minimum of £70

Leading Role Patrons receive all of the Supporting Cast benefits plus selected use of our private Qdos Lounge, invitations to exclusive events and a £90 ticket credit.

Supporting Cast £250 - £699 ANNUALLY Or 10 instalments of a minimum of £25

Supporting Cast Patrons receive a range of benefits from advance show information to a personalised booking service, as well as invitations to special events and access to sold out shows.

All Patrons receive acknowledgment of their support in all printed and online publications.

Full details and all benefits can be found online at birminghamhippodrome.com

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Thank you to our supporters PARTNERS Relaxed Performance

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HEADLINE ACT PATRONS FROM £1,400 Joseph Devlin • The Dickens Foundation • Dr & Mrs Harrison • Stuart Herritty • Maureen & Roy Kirby Emma & Peter Neads • Janette Rutter • Simon & Kath Winner

LEADING ROLE PATRONS FROM £700 Dr Dahlia Abdel-Razik • Anthony & Daisy Gt Wyrley • Christine Susan Baylis • Pearl Bennett • Matthew & Eve Brown • Teresa A Cook Adrian Cox • Roger & Jennifer Cox • Mark Anthony Drury • Sara & Tim Fowler • Claire & Mark Hales • Mark Jones & Sharon Leadbeater Debbie & Mark Lilburne • Michael & Cerys Luckman • Jeremy & Harjinder Millington • Gary & Amanda Smith • Mark & Amanda Smith Paul Twose • Stephen & Suzanne Whittern • David & Janine Young • A Patron

SUPPORTING CAST PATRONS FROM £250

John & Jill Andrews • Christine Bachelor • Sheila Ballantyne-Smith • Simon Bashford • Bridget Blow • Simon & Amanda Boardman-Weston Mrs Andrea Borlenghi • Sir Stephen & Lady Patricia Brown • Richard Burke • Jayne Cadbury • Andrew & Sarah Connors John & Diana Crabtree • Patricia Edwards • Patricia & Ronald Etchells • Nicola Fleet-Milne • Neil & Jackie Frettsome • Roger & Jennifer Gould Martin Guest • Dorothy Hobson • John Jeremy & Pamela Buckley • Mr William Jones • Martin & Joanne King • Andy Le Marr Lynne Myers • Ralph & Linden Osborn • Win Palmer & Lola Ralph • Mrs Jill Parker • John & Sandra Phenix • John & Jill Queenan Claire Ralley • David & Jenny Roy • Don & Diane Scriven • Mary Shaw • Mr George F Sidaway • SimkissGuy Recruitment Ltd Dr N & Mrs C Speak • Christine Spittle • Graham & Rita Taylor • Gillian Tune • Richard & Maggie Waller • Ray & Marilyn Way • Luke G W Wellings Neil & Polly Wilson • Jane Woolrich • A Patron

TRUSTS & FOUNDATIONS Aurelius Charitable Trust • Birmingham Bodenham Trust • Birmingham Common Good Trust • Bishop of Birmingham Charitable Trust The Thousandth Man - Richard Burns Charitable Trust • Edward and Dorothy Cadbury Trust • George Cadbury Fund • William A Cadbury Trust D’Oyly Carte Charitable Trust • The Chatwin Trust • George Henry Collins Trust • Baron Davenport’s Charity • The Davis Foundation The Dumbreck Charity • The Elmley Foundation • The Eveson Charitable Trust • The George Fentham Trust • The Foyle Foundation J Paul Getty Jnr Charitable Trust • The Grimmitt Trust • The Mrs Margaret Guido Charitable Trust • The Joseph Hopkins Charity • The Monument Trust Oakley Charitable Trust • The Patrick Trust • Penny Trust • Bernard Piggott Charitable Trust • The Rowlands Trust • Henry James Sayer Charity Edwin John Thompson Memorial Fund • Douglas Turner Trust • GJW Turner Trust • The WED Charitable Trust • Garfield Weston Foundation The Wolfson Foundation • The Grantham Yorke Trust

GOLDEN TICKET DONORS from Gala Dinner 2014

Bill Bolsover • Mel Ewell • Byron Head • Mark Hopton • Chris Loughran We acknowledge the generous support of Peter Tod and other anonymous donors

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Your Business in the Spotlight As an independent, not-for-profit charity receiving no revenue subsidy, Birmingham Hippodrome relies on corporate support to achieve its ambitious aims for Hippodrome Plus. We are grateful to our generous supporters for helping to make these important education, access and community projects possible, benefitting thousands of young people (many with learning disabilities) across the city.

Contact Judith Greenburgh on 0121 689 3082 or judithgreenburgh@birminghamhippodrome.com to find out how your business can become involved.

Irwin Mitchell volunteers at the Relaxed Performance

DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS

PERFORMANCE PARTNERS An elite group recognising the importance of cultural life in the city.

twentyfirstcenturymediagroup “We’re delighted to continue our support. This partnership reinforces our commitment to sponsorship and philanthropy in the Midlands” ADAM WILKINS, BREWIN DOLPHIN

ASSOCIATE PARTNERS Influential names proud to demonstrate their CSR credentials.

“It is very satisfying to know we are making a contribution to Hippodrome Plus whilst using the superb client entertaining facilities, which are always enjoyed by our guests” NOEL FARRELLY, INDEX WEALTH MANAGEMENT

GOOD COMPANY CLUB Like-minded business people who enjoy first class networking.

Barques Design Ltd • Clarendon Care Limited • Foscos Hayes Hurdley Ltd • Hallfield School • Harris Lamb • HTDL Ltd Professional Polishing Services Ltd • Schofield and Associates • Shaylor Group • Squire Patton Boggs • Staying Cool

“The membership benefits are varied and Leading Ladies events are a great way for my team to meet new and existing clients and business partners in a relaxed and vibrant surrounding” STEPHEN SHAYLOR, SHAYLOR GROUP

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Vivienne Bailey Photography.

Welcome to our World, Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Nobody Nose

One of a Kind

Print Partner

PARTNERS Matthew Bourne meets young local dancers at the Curtain Raiser, a flagship Hippodrome Plus project.

PROJECT PARTNERS

Distinctive network with 100+ participating crosssector companies.

Members include: Jilly Cosgrove - Barques PR • Victoria Emery - HSBC • Nicola Fleet-Milne - FleetMilne Property • Dr Mahnaz Hashmi - Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust Jayne Herritty - Calthorpe Estates • Claire Newbold - Holiday Inn • Ruth Pipkin - Rewired PR • Claire Ralley - Digital Media & Videogames Consultant

“EXPERTLY DELIVERED” “INSPIRING” “PRESTIGIOUS” “SMART & CLEVER” “The unique sponsorship benefits and client entertaining opportunities for our growing business are invaluable” MARK HARVEY, HIGHFIELD WELLNESS AND BEAUTY

COMMERCIAL PARTNERS Beiersdorf • The Chamberlain Club • Cross Country Trains • Las Iguanas • Sainsbury’s (Navigation Street)

“Hosted impeccably by the Hippodrome. It’s a creative venue that inspires creative discussion and lively meetings” THE CHAMBERLAIN CLUB

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MAIN ENTRANCE ADDRESS Hurst St, Southside, Birmingham, B5 4TB (Stage Door/Reception on Thorp St)

HOW TO FIND US We are easy to find, centrally located, and well connected to public transport and nearby car parks. The Arcadian Centre Car Park (Bromsgrove St) has disabled bays with easy access to street level (approx. 150yds to theatre). For smartphone maps and sat navs, the theatre postcode is B5 4TB.

HOW TO BOOK TELEPHONE: 0844 338 5000 Mon – Sat 10am – 8pm (6pm non-performance days, calls from 5p per min).

SELECT YOUR OWN SEATS ONLINE: birminghamhippodrome.com GROUPS, SCHOOLS & YOUTH GROUPS: 0844 338 7000 (Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm, calls from 5p per min).

IN PERSON: Mon - Sat 10am - 8pm (6pm non-performance days).

Opening hours may be subject to change.

Calls monitored for training purposes.

PAYMENT: Cheques payable to BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME. Hippodrome Gift Vouchers and most major credit and debit cards accepted. NB: tickets are posted direct to the registered card address. Please be aware we do not accept SOLT Theatre Tokens.

CHARGES: 5% transaction charge for bookings by telephone, online or in person is added to the price quoted for cheque and card transactions and redemption of Birmingham Hippodrome Gift Vouchers. This charge is waived for non-group cash payments made in person. Birmingham Hippodrome Friends are exempt from transaction charge on their own tickets when a Friends discount applies. Most discounted groups and schools prices quoted include transaction charge. Charges vary with other agents selling on our behalf. Postage from £1 will be added to purchases 8 days or more pre-performance.

TICKET PRICES: All ticket prices quoted by Birmingham Hippodrome in print and online are subject to change at any time. In response to demand, we may adapt prices, seating areas, and discounting. We may also limit or restrict access to concession rates. Always check online at birminghamhippodrome.com for most up to date prices or call us on 0844 338 5000.

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DONATIONS: When booking tickets you can also make a donation to support Hippodrome Plus, managed by our Creative Programmes team. This enables additional programming, access performances and education work. Donations may be match funded via the Arts Council’s Catalyst scheme, and may also be eligible for Gift Aid making your donation go even further at no cost to you.

CONCESSIONS & DISCOUNTS • 18 & UNDER, FULL-TIME STUDENTS & OVER 60s • CLAIMANTS, PASSPORT TO LEISURE, FIRST NIGHT • GROUPS OF 8+ OR 10+, SCHOOLS & YOUTH GROUPS • STUDENT AND PASSPORT TO LEISURE STAND-BY • PEOPLE WITH ACCESS REQUIREMENTS • BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME FRIENDS • EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS Generally offered on top three prices for selected performances, subject to availability. Allocations may be restricted or limited to specific seating areas and can be withdrawn at any time. One discount per ticket. Valid ID required. Other special ticket offers may also be made.

CHILDREN: Children under 3 years of age will NOT be admitted to performances. All children must be accompanied and sat with an adult at all times. In accordance with licensing requirements every patron must be in possession of a valid ticket. Age guidance may vary for some productions, please check when booking.

ACCESS ASSISTED PERFORMANCES: For dates of audio described, captioned or sign language interpreted performances see pages 40 & 41. Concessions vary, call 0844 338 5000 or go online for further details.

VISUALLY IMPAIRED: Guide dogs admitted into all public areas.

Staff can look after guide dogs during performances. Seats can be allocated close to entrances. Please inform Box Office at time of booking if you are bringing a guide dog.

Deaf, Deafened and Hard of Hearing: Receivers are available from the cloakroom with a £5 deposit. Signed performances, with seats close to the signer, are arranged regularly.

IMPAIRED MOBILITY: Lift access to all front of house areas, main auditorium, Patrick Centre and Hospitality suites.

Wheelchair users have full foyer access via automatic doors to the right of our Hurst Street entrance. Wheelchair positions located in most areas of the main auditorium and positions available in the Patrick Centre.

Accessible unisex and ambulant disabled toilets are available on all levels. Low level counter service is available at all bars and Deli Bar. The Circle Restaurant and StageSide on Thorp Street are also fully accessible.

Circle

Seating Plan

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

U

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

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18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

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39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

S

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49

R

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 N

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35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

35 36 37 38 39 40

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M 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33

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L 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 K J

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

F

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47

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E D

UPPER BOXES 3 SEATS L 3 SEATS J LOWER BOXES 3 SEATS I 4 SEATS H 3 SEATS G

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 H

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46

C

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46

B

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36

38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45

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UPPER BOXES F 3 SEATS

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D 3 SEATS LOWER BOXES C 3 SEATS B 4 SEATS A 3 SEATS

LOUNGE BB 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

U

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

T

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

S

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

R

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

Q

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

P

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47

O

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Circle Overhead (Row N Backwards) N 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 Circle Overhead (Row N Backwards) ...................................................................................................................................

M

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45

L

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 K

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44

8 9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41 42

9 10 11 12

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

36 37 38 39 40 41

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 J

H

G 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

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F 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 E 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 D 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34

C

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 B

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TRANSFER SEATS (Removable arm rest for easy access) COMPANION SEATS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 A

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26

Stage PLEASE NOTE: This diagram is a guide and not an accurate representation of seating positions. Stalls Rows A – D are not used for Opera and Ballet performances.

Other variations may apply due to technical reasons.

CONDITIONS OF SALE Full terms and conditions are available from Ticket Sales on 0844 338 5000 or at birminghamhippodrome.com Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information, changes may occur. © 2015 Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust, Registered Charity No. 510842, Hurst St, Southside, Birmingham, B5 4TB

Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Trust Limited Registered Charity No. 510842

Trustees: John Crabtree OBE (Chair) • Bridget Blow CBE • Rod Dungate • Sara Fowler Andy Hogarth • Glenn Howells • Michael Laverty • Prof. David Roberts • Gary Rowe Mark Smith • Ann Tonks • Cllr. Anne Underwood • Rt. Rev. David A Urquhart Special Adviser: Digby, Lord Jones of Birmingham Kt

Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre Development Trust Registered Charity No. 511567

Trustees: Mark Smith (Chair) • Simon Boardman-Weston Stephen Clarke • John Crabtree OBE • John Driver • Nicola Fleet-Milne Martin Guest • Mahnaz Hashmi • Jayne Herritty • Martin King Michael Luckman • Ruth Pipkin • Claire Ralley

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Tue 26

7.30pm

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Barnum

Mon 20

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Tue 21

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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Barnum

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Thu 28

7.30pm

12

Barnum

Thu 23

7.30pm

12

Barnum

Fri 24

7.30pm

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Barnum

Sat 25

2.30pm

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Barnum

Mon 27

7.30pm

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Barnum

Tue 28

7.30pm

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Wed 29

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Thu 30

7.30pm

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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7.30pm

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

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WNO The Magic Flute

Wed 10

7.15pm

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WNO Peter Pan

Thu 11

7.15pm

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Fri 12

7.15pm

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Sat 13

7.15pm

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Wed 17

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Thu 18

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Barnum

Sat 1

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The Bodyguard

Wed 5

7.30pm

14

The Bodyguard

Thu 6

2pm | 7.30pm

14

The Bodyguard

Fri 7

7.30pm

14

The Bodyguard

Sat 8

2.30pm | 7.30pm

14

The Bodyguard

Mon 10

7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

Tue 11

7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

Wed 12

2pm | 7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

Thu 13

7.30pm

7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

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7.30pm

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Sat 31

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The Bodyguard

Wed 19

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Jesus Christ Superstar

Mon 2

7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

Thu 20

7.30pm

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Jesus Christ Superstar

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7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

Fri 21

7.30pm

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Jesus Christ Superstar

Wed 4

2pm | 7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

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2.30pm

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Jesus Christ Superstar

Thu 5

7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

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7.30pm

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Jesus Christ Superstar

Fri 6

7.30pm

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The Bodyguard

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7.30pm

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Jesus Christ Superstar

Sat 7

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Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

Tue 10

7.30pm

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Wed 11

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The Bodyguard

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7.30pm

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Dara O Briain – Crowd Tickler

Fri 13

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Dara O Briain – Crowd Tickler

Sat 14

8pm

28

WNO I puritani

Tue 17

7pm

29

WNO Orlando

Wed 18

7.15pm

29

WNO Sweeney Todd

Thu 19

7.15pm

29

WNO Sweeney Todd

Fri 20

7.15pm

29

WNO Sweeney Todd

Sat 21

7.15pm

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The Nutcracker

Fri 27

2pm | 7.30pm

30

The Nutcracker

Sat 28

2.30pm | 7.30pm

30

The Nutcracker

Sun 29

1pm

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The Bodyguard

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Tue 8

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Sylvie Guillem - Life in Progress

Wed 9

7.30pm

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Alan Carr - Yap, Yap, Yap!

Thu 10

8pm

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Alan Carr - Yap, Yap, Yap!

Fri 11

8pm

18

Alan Carr - Yap, Yap, Yap!

Sat 12

8pm

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Anything Goes

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7.30pm

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Anything Goes

Tue 15

7.30pm

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Anything Goes

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Anything Goes

Thu 17

7.30pm

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Anything Goes

Fri 18

7.30pm

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Anything Goes

Sat 19

2.30pm

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Vincent & Flavia

Tue 22

22

Vincent & Flavia

Wed 23

22

Vincent & Flavia

Thu 24

7.30pm

30

The Nutcracker

Tue 8

2pm | 7.30pm

22

Vincent & Flavia

Fri 25

7.30pm

30

The Nutcracker

Wed 9

7.30pm

22

Vincent & Flavia

Sat 26

2.30pm | 7.30pm

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Tue 13

2pm | 7.30pm 7.30pm

The Nutcracker

Thu 3

2pm | 7.30pm

The Nutcracker

Fri 4

7.30pm

7.30pm

30

The Nutcracker

Sat 5

2.30pm | 7.30pm

2pm | 7.30pm

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The Nutcracker

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1pm

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The Nutcracker

Thu 10

2pm | 7.30pm

30

The Nutcracker

Fri 11

7.30pm

7.30pm

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The Nutcracker

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The Nutcracker

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1pm

Annie

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2pm | 7.30pm

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Annie

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7.30pm

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Annie

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7.30pm

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Annie

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Annie

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Annie

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Annie

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