Collected Works 2014

COLLECTED WORKS 2014

from the director

Collected Works 2014 is full of excellent productions delivered by national and international companies. Such a strong season makes highlighting a particular show difficult, however A Murder Is Announced, kicking off the 2014 season, is worthy of mention. From the producers of The Mousetrap and straight from its Sydney and Melbourne seasons, A Murder Is Announced will treat Canberra audiences to another magnificent “whodunit!” by the master of the genre, Agatha Christie.

The success of The Mousetrap and subsequent feedback from patrons confirms that this production will enthral and delight audiences.

Collected Works 2014 hosts productions from Australia’s great companies: Bangarra Dance Theatre, Bell Shakespeare, Belvoir, Circa, Oz Opera, Sydney Dance Company, State Theatre of South Australia, Sydney Theatre Company and the West Australian Ballet. Amidst these great Australian companies sits the UK production of Admission: One Shilling and the New Zealand production of The Factory.

These companies will work with great creatives such as Nancye Hayes, Michael Gow, Judi Farr, Patricia Routledge, Peter Evans, Geordie Brookman, Stephen Page, Jacob Nash, Rafael Bonachela, Gideon Orbazanek, Nathan O’Keefe, Yaron Lifschitz, Jonathan Biggins, Amanda

Bishop, Drew Forsythe and Phillip Scott and the material of William Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, Agatha Christie, Mozart, Beethovan, Bach and Brahms to bring us Collected Works 2014.

This season is for everyone, it’s exciting and entertaining, overflowing with the world’s best creative’s, full of intrigue and humour; all within your Canberra Theatre Centre.

Collected Works 2014 brings to mind a quote from Oscar Wilde:

“I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being.”

Bring your family and friends to Collected Works 2014 and experience being human.

Photo: William Hall

As Canberra’s Centenary year comes to a close, I would like to thank Canberra Theatre Centre staff and the Centenary of Canberra for making 2013 a huge success for Canberra and our region’s theatregoers. The calibre and range of performances in 2013 set a benchmark for Canberra, a legacy of the Centenary of Canberra.

Bruce Carmichael Director Canberra Theatre Centre

CANBERRA THEATRE CENTRE Part of the Cultural Facilities Corporation, which is an agency of the ACT Government Address PO Box 226, Civic Square, Canberra ACT 2608 Phone 02 6275 2700 Fax 02 6230 1098 Email admin@canberratheatrecentre.com.au Internet canberratheatrecentre.com.au

PROGRAMMING and OPERATIONS Director Bruce Carmichael

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contents nine Reasons to buy a season ticket �������������������������������������� 4 Season ticket holder benefits ������������������������������������������������ 5 A murder is announced ��������������������������������������������������������������� 6 the long way home ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 8 interplay ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 admission : one shilling ������������������������������������������������������������� 12 The Government Inspector ������������������������������������������������������ 14 henry V ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 the factory ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 18 patyegarang �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 S ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22 The Importance of Being Earnest ������������������������������������������ 24 the dream ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 26 the magic flute �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 28 the wharf revue ������������������������������������������������������������������������ 30 La Fille mal gardée, the wayward daughter ������������������� 32 Booking form ������������������������������������������������������ centre spreaD season Diary ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 34 Access information �������������������������������������������������������������������� 39 Booking information ����������������������������������������������������������������� 40 Seating plans �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 41-42 Pricing INFORMATION ������������������������������������������������������������������� 43 Sponsors and partners ��������������������������������������������BACK COVER

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Things happen!

When they do, if seats are available, we can exchange your tickets, free of charge, into another performance of the same production.

Conditions apply, refer page 40.

NINE good reasons to become a season ticket holder

Throughout the season we have arranged a series of interactive Take Part forums.

Learn more about the productions, the artists and their inspirations – ask the questions you have always wanted answered.

When you purchase a season ticket, you are welcome to join our Take Part forums for free.

As additional forums are added to our Collected Works diaries, we will advise you via email.

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Do you want to mingle with the stars and crew while enjoying a free drink? Season ticket holders who book selected Gala Opening nights are automatically invited to attend the post-show function. Check the show diaries on pages 35 for Gala Openings.

For selected performances you may purchase an additional ticket at the season ticket holder price. Additional single tickets are limited to one per subscriber and are available only at the time of subscribing.

Recieve discounts with our season partners. Present your season keytag that will be issued with your tickets; and the discounts will flow. See a list of our partners next page. Also, don’t forget that as a season ticket holder you have the option to pre-order discounted drinks from our bar – just mark it on your booking form.

SIMPLY SELECT four OR MORE COLLECTED WORKS SHOWS TO REAP THE REWARDS

Ticket insurance will provide you with piece of mind. Select this option when booking your season ticket and you will be reimbursed should you miss a show. Ticket insurance is cheaper when purchased within a package. For terms and conditions, refer page 40 or visit our website.

Every season ticket is discounted. The more Collected Works shows you see, the more you save; and season packages do not attract a transaction fee. Take advantage of discounted drink vouchers and remember to preorder your interval drinks.

Season 2013 ticket holders have priority access to the best seats in the house until 5pm on Friday 11 October 2013. If you are a new season ticket holder, we will process your requests from 9am on Monday 14 October 2013. As A Murder Is Announced is up first in our Collected Works 2014 program, single tickets will go on sale to the general public on Monday 28 October 2013; so be sure to get your form in early to access the best seats.

For all other productions seats are held exclusively for our season ticket holders until Monday 4 November 2013, when tickets go on sale to the general public. You can purchase either an A-Reserve package or B-Reserve package and may still access Premium Seating as part of either package for A Murder Is Announced and The Magic Flute.

Pay half now and the rest later!

Pay 50% of your season tickets now and the other half on 1 April 2014.

It’s as easy as that. For conditions, refer page 40.

season ticket holder benefits FLASH YOUR KEYtag & SAVE! Plot your course through Canberra’s cultural and dining scene with these great offers. Show your 2014 keytag to access all these subscriber benefits:

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DENDY CINEMAS CANBERRA

French, North African cuisine

Present your keytag and receive the concession price for you and a guest to any movie session, any day.*

Present your keytag to receive a 10% discount off the total food bill for you and a guest.

Bookings essential.

222 City Walk, Canberra City To book, phone 02 6230 4800

Level 2, North Quarter, Canberra Centre/148 Bunda St Canberra ACT 2600 Phone 02 6221 8900 Visit dendy.com.au

CANBERRA LABOR CLUB

*Excludes previews and special events.

Present your keytag and theatre ticket and receive a complimentary coffee, tea or soft drink of your choice. Available seven days.

DIGRESS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

16 Petrie Plaza, Canberra City Phone 02 6230 0404 * Normal entry procedures apply for licensed clubs.

CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL Redsalt Restaurant Present your keytag and receive a pre-show set two course menu for $39 per person.

Bookings essential.

1 Binara St, Canberra City To book, phone 02 6274 5506

Binara One Restaurant Present your keytag and receive a pre-show wine and cheese plate, $35 for two people. This includes either two glasses of house wine or beer plus a cheese plate.

1 Binara St, Canberra City To book, phone 02 6247 8999

Indian Italian fusion cuisine Present your keytag and a valid ticket for the night and receive a 15% discount off your total food bill up to a maximum of $20 at either the restaurant or lounge bar.

Bookings essential.

11 Akuna Street, Canberra City To book, phone 02 6248 6952

EAST HOTEL Call EAST Hotel for the best deal on your accommodation in Canberra’s trendiest suburbs.

Mention that you’re a subscriber and we will upgrade your room type, and throw in parking and internet.

To book, phone 02 6295 6925.

NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA Season 2014 ticket holders receive a $10 discount on any new membership with the NGA.* NGA membership benefits include discounts on exhibition tickets, at the bookshop and café, a subscription to artonview magazine, access to the members lounge and more.

NGA membership enquiries To join, phone 02 6240 6528 or email memberships@nga.gov.au * Offer open to first-time NGA members only and not valid in conjunction with any other offer.

TOGA HOTELS (Adina, Medina, Vibe Travelodge) Offer ongoing seasonal accommodation specials to subscribers via Canberra Theatre Centre website and/or e-newsletter with a direct link to the Toga web booking engine.

Website adinahotels.com.au/adinaapartment-hotel-canberra-jamescourt/hotel

TOSOLINI’S Italian, casual yet sophisticated dining Present your keytag and receive a 10% discount off your total food bill for you and a guest for any pre-booked lunch or dinner anytime.

Cnr London Circuit & East Row, Canberra City To book, phone 02 6247 4317

WALDORF ON LONDON Present your keytag or theatre ticket and order any two courses and a glass of house wine for $30 any day of the week.

2 Akuna Street, Canberra City To book, phone 02 6229 0141 or 02 6262 9624 All offers are valid until 30 November 2014

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“ THERE WAS NO UNKINDNESS IN MISS MARPLE, SHE JUST DID NOT TRUST PEOPLE.”

judi farr as miss marple From the Original Australian Cast 6

Photograph by James Morgan

Christie on the beloved Miss Marple

mi c h a e l c opp e l , l o u i s e w it h e r s , l in d a b e w i c k in a s s o c iation w it h mo u s e trap pro d u c tion s l t d l on d on

agatha christie’s

A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED AGATHA CHRISTIE’S WORLD FAMOUS MISS MARPLE STARS iN A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED.

22-28 february CANBERRA THEATRE

adapted for the stage by leslie darbon

ollowing the huge success of The Mousetrap, Agatha Christie’s A Murder Is Announced, was the first of Christie’s works featuring the sensibly-heeled sleuth, Miss Marple to be dramatised. As she works tirelessly to solve the crime, it’s a night at the theatre that will have you guessing till the end.

In her own inimitable style, Dame Agatha Christie has created an atmosphere of shuddering suspense within a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks around every corner...

In an English village, you turn over a stone and have no idea what will crawl out. The villagers of Chipping Cleghorn, including Miss Marple, are agog with curiosity over an advertisement in the local gazette which reads: ‘A murder is announced and will take place on Friday 13th October, at Little Paddocks at 6.30pm.’ A childish practical joke or a hoax? Unable to resist the mysterious invitation, a crowd begins to gather at Little Paddocks when, at the appointed time, the lights go out, a gun is fired and a body falls…

Can you guess whodunit?

CAST In alphabetical order: James Beck Carmen Duncan Judi Farr Robert Grubb Victoria Haralabidou Jamie Kristian Debra Lawrence Nathaniel Middleton Libby Munro Elizabeth Nabben and Deidre Rubenstein.

The right is reserved to add, withdraw or substitute artists as necessary.

DIRECTOR Darren Yap please note This production includes tobacco free simulated cigarettes, live flame and a firing prop gun RUNNING TIME Approximately 150 minutes, including interval Post-Show Q&A Thursday 27 February, 10.00pm

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WE OPEN A DOOR INTO THE LIVES OF AUSTRALIAN SERVICEMEN AND WOMEN WHILE ON DUTY.

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the long way home b y d ani e l k e e n e

we shall overcome.

ydney Theatre Company has embarked upon an historic endeavour with the Australian Defence Force to present this major new work, taking the words and experiences of servicemen and women to create a unique, uplifting and unforgettable event.

Created from first-hand accounts, The Long Way Home dramatises the experiences of military service on operations in Iraq, Afghanistan and East Timor as well as humanitarian and disaster relief and protecting Australia’s borders.

Director Stephen Rayne and multi-awardwinning writer Daniel Keene have shaped a powerful piece of theatre. Featuring performers drawn from military personnel recovering from physical and psychological injuries, and professional actors as part of a broader rehabilitation program.

As we approach the centenary of the beginning of the Great War, it is time to take stock and explore the impact of war on the lives and minds of Australians.

19-22 march the playhouse

DIRECTOR Stephen Rayne DESIGNER RenĂŠe Mulder LIGHTING DESIGNER Damien Cooper SOUND DESIGNER Steve Francis warnings Strong language and violent themes RUNNING TIME Approximately 120 minutes, including interval post-show Q&A Thursday 20 March, 10.00pm

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Photo by Wendell Teodoro featuring Andrew Crawford and Charmene Yap

“ SYDNEY DANCE COMPANY HAS NEVER LOOKED STRONGER, SEXIER OR MORE PLAYFUL.” The Sun-Herald

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interplay rafa e l bona c h e l a , ja c opo g o d ani an d g i d e on orba z an e k

THREE CHOREOGRAPHERS COME TOGETHER IN ONE CAPTIVATING TRIPLE BILL. ydney Dance Company returns to Canberra with a thrilling triple bill direct from its premiere season in Sydney.

Bonachela, Godani and Orbazanek: three choreographers that have each carved their own, unique paths through the world of contemporary dance, pushing at the possibilities of movement with acclaimed, innovative works. Now, for the first time ever, they share the one canvas.

Rafael Bonachela, Sydney Dance Company’s awardwinning artistic director, begins the night with the world premiere of his latest work, set to a score of Bach’s majestic Partitas for solo violin. Italian choreographer Jacopo Godani revisits his critically acclaimed 2011 composition Raw Models – a sinuous, sexy testament to the infinite malleability of the human body. Finally, former Chunky Move director Gideon Orbazanek creates a work for the entire company, showcasing once again his genius for composing movement pieces on a grand scale.

Drawing together three distinct visions for dance, Interplay presents a triple bill of breathtaking ambition – a glorious salute to the state of contemporary dance, and an exhilarating reminder: sometimes the things that set us apart are the things that bind us closest together.

10-12 april CANBERRA THEATRE

CHOREOGRAPHY Rafael Bonachela Jacopo Godani Gideon Orbazanek WARNINGS Strobes, suitable for ages 13+ RUNNING TIME Approximately 120 minutes, including interval Pre-show forum, Thursday 10 April, 6.30pm

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TWO OF THE BEST SHARE THE STAGE.

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an d r e w m c k innon an d P H I L B A T H O LS P R ESE N T

admission: one shilling d e vi s e d b y ni g e l h e s s

INSPIRATIONAL, HUMOROUS AND HIGHLY ENTERTAINING.

20-21 may the playhouse

ward-winning actress Patricia Routledge – best known as Hyacinth Bucket in Keeping up Appearances – stars alongside renowned classical pianist Piers Lane to tell the inspiring story of Dame Myra Hess in Admission: One Shilling.

Adapted from interviews given by the legendary pianist and interspersed with short piano pieces

by Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Beethoven and Bach, this captivating production will transport audiences back to the morale-boosting recitals at London’s National Gallery which Dame Myra produced during World War II. Direct from the UK and for the first time in Australia, Admission: One Shilling will delight audiences with its unique power to uplift the human spirit.

STARRING Patricia Routledge Piers Lane DIRECTOR Christopher Luscombe MUSIC Featuring music composed by: Schubert Schumann Brahms Beethoven and Bach RUNNING TIME Approximately 60 minutes, no interval

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(simon STONE) is already one of the most influential and talked about figures on the australian stage.

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Gareth Davies – photo by Brett Boardman

Herald Sun

program change (The Philadelphia Story is now replaced by The Government Inspector)

A b e lv o i r a n d m a lt h o u s e t h e at r e c o - p r o d u c t i o n

THE government inspector by simon stone after nikolai gogol

IN IMPLAUSIBLE TIMES, ONLY AN IMPLAUSIBLE MASTERPIECE WILL DO.

ONG before the 2013 Australian senate elections, Nikolai Gogol (The Diary of a Madman) invented one of the great comic premises of all time: what happens when a completely ordinary, perhaps even sub-ordinary guy finds himself, more or less by accident, enjoying the full benefits of public power?

In a town somewhere – could be anywhere, really – news comes from the capital that someone seriously serious is coming to report on the state of this and that. Panic! And that indolent nobody Khlestakov finds himself the subject of all the fawning and excess of being somebody.

The Government Inspector is Simon Stone and co’s reworking of Gogol’s piéce de résistance. Stone has assembled a brilliant ensemble cast including Emily Barclay, Gareth Davies and Greg Stone – first-class comic geniuses all as they cavort through Gogol’s great obstacle course of lunatic hilarity.

Seriously though: doesn’t it take a nineteenthcentury Russian farce to make any sense of Australian public life today?

28-31 may the playhouse

DIRECTOR Simon Stone SET DESIGNER Ralph Myers lighting designer Paul Jackson running time TBA

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“ ONCE MORE UNTO THE BREACH, DEAR FRIENDS, ONCE MORE;” Henry V – Scene I, Act III

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henry v B Y W I LL I A M SH A KES P E A R E

AMID A BOMBING RAID IN A WAR TORN CITY... omewhere in the world right now, a group of children are sheltering underground. To get through the night, the terrified kids put on an act of bravado – literally – and conjure up the heroics of King Henry V. This is his story...

When Henry is manipulated by church advisors, taunted by French royalty and betrayed by English nobles, he has all the ammunition he needs to lash out and invade France. Or does he?

Having executed conspirators, and vanquished enemy forces in Harfleur, Henry’s army is ‘weak and sickly’ as it staggers towards a showdown at Agincourt.

The night before battle, the King endures a long dark night of the soul, where he hears first-hand about the fears and frailties of his outnumbered soldiers. But Henry has one last weapon up his sleeve: the power of words. And it may just be enough to save his men, his country and himself.

Told through the prism of civilians caught in a 21st century conflict, Damien Ryan’s courageous production will expose the hidden layers within Henry V. From their hiding place underground, the children’s portrayal of Shakespeare’s classic will reveal how violence can be a rite of passage into manhood. On a broader level, it will be an unflinching examination of political spin, patriotism, religion, class, brotherhood and leaders of men.

14-28 june the playhouse

DIRECTOR Damien Ryan COSTUME DESIGNER Anna Gardiner LIGHTING DESIGNER Sian James-Holland RUNNING TIME Approximately 150 minutes, includes interval

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“THE FACTORY IS A BRILLIANT MUSICAL WITH A DEEPLY POTENT STORY...”

Carla van Zon, Auckland Arts Festival Artistic Director

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the factory B y V EL A M A N US A U T E

HIGHLY ENTERTAINING AND MORE THAN A TOUCH PROVOCATIVE.

escribed as New Zealand’s firstever Pacific musical,The Factory is an entertaining exploration of the Samoan migrant experience. Arriving in Aukilani with her father, a young Samoan woman with big dreams and hopes for a brighter future is immediately set to work in a South Auckland textile factory, but each time the factory bell rings, she feels further away from both her home and her aspirations.

24-25 JUNE CANBERRA THEATRE

DIRECTOR Anapela Polataivao COMPOSER Poulima Salima

Hilarious and heartfelt, this vibrant funk-fuelled musical weaves a romantic narrative and wry lyrics into a tribute to the courage of the Pacific peoples who came to Auckland during the 1970s.

MUSICAL DIRECTOR Tama Waipara

While set in New Zealand, this story of searching for ways to support the families they left behind and striving to make new lives for themselves will resonate with different migrant communities throughout Australia.

PRODUCER William McKegg

This large-scale show features an original score, a live band, slick choreography, and a dazzling array of exuberant and soulful songs.

By arrangement with Arts Projects Australia with support from Creative New Zealand’s Touring Australia Initiative.

CHOREOGRAPHER Amanaki Prescott Faletau

SET DESIGNER Sean Coyle LIGHTING DESIGNER Jane Hakaraia COSTUME DESIGNER Seraphina Tausilia RUNNING TIME Approximately 90 minutes, no interval

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“ BANGARRA EMBRACES THE JOY OF HUMAN MOVEMENT AND THE BEAUTY OF THE SPIRIT.” Jasmin Sheppard, photo by Greg Barrett

Aussie Theatre

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B A N G A R R A D A N CE T HE A T R E

PATYEGA R ANG CH O R E O G R A P HED B Y S T E P HE N P A GE

ONE REMARKABLE FRIENDSHIP THAT BROKE THROUGH CULTURAL BARRIERS.

young woman of intense and enduring courage, Patyegarang is a proud spirit, an educator and visionary – today inspiring respect and knowledge of Aboriginal language and culture.

Through his distinctive choreography, Bangarra Dance Theatre Artistic Director Stephen Page imagines the sensations and emotions of ‘first contact’ when this courageous young Aboriginal woman shared her language, her time and her friendship with colonist, Lieutenant William Dawes.

Page embraces the spirit of Patyegarang to create a remarkable narrative dance work that tells the story of this astonishing act of generosity and cultural exchange, while drawing reference from the notes that Dawes, an astronomer, mathematician and linguist, faithfully recorded.

Patyegarang guided Lieutenant William Dawes to understand the deep, spiritual significance of Aboriginal ancestors, myths and creation stories, which will be celebrated in 2014 in this new dance theatre work by the internationally acclaimed Bangarra.

17-19 july CANBERRA THEATRE

Choreographer Stephen Page MUSIC David Page SET DESIGNer Jacob Nash COSTUME DESIGNer Jennifer Irwin Lighting Designer Nick Schlieper RUNNING TIME Approximately 75 minutes, no interval Pre-show forum Thursday 17 July, 6.30pm

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Darcy Grant Photography

““ S” WILL TEST ANY PRECONCEIVED IDEAS YOU MAY HAVE ABOUT THE PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS OF THE HUMAN BODY.” Australian Stage

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S C R E A T ED B Y Y A R O N L I F SCH I T Z A N D T HE C I R C A E N SE M B LE

6-9 august CANBERRA THEATRE

“S” IS SINUOUS, SEDUCTIVE, SOPHISTICATED, SENSUAL AND SAVAGE.

DIRECTOR Yaron Lifschitz PRODUCER Danielle Kellie

ollowing the huge success of Wunderkammer in 2013, “S” explores the possibilities of human strength and flexibility through a daring interplay of complex acrobatics. A physical ode to the human body and spirit, “S” is raw energy, dazzling in its intensity.

Inspired by the shape, grammatical functions and sound of the 19th letter of the alphabet, “S” fills the stage with performers at their physical and emotional limits.

A mélange of bodies perform to intoxicating music from Kimmo Pohjonen, Samuli Kosminen and the Kronos Quartet; their sinuous movement at one with the pace and rhythm of the score.

Fresh from a 2013 world tour, Circa’s critically acclaimed “S” has been described as “brilliant…limitless…contemporary…and astonishing.”

Production Manager/ Lighting Designer Jason Organ COSTUME DESIGNER Libby McDonnell MUSIC Featuring music composed

by Kimmo Pohjonen and Samuli Kosminen (Copyright Control/ TEOSTO). Performed by Kronos Quartet / Kimmo Pohjonen / Samuli Kosminen from the album Uniko , courtesy of Hoedown Arts, Helsinki. Additional music and sound composed by Purcell, Viñao, Múm and the cast.

warnings Strobe lighting; recommended age 12+ RUNNING TIME Approximately 85 minutes, no interval Pre-show forum Wednesday 6 August, 6.30pm demonstration Saturday 9 August, 2.00pm

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Kris Washusen

“ THE MOST PERFECT HIGH COMEDY IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE.” The Telegraph

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THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST b y o s c ar w i l d E

I NEVER CHANGE, EXCEPT IN MY AFFECTIONS.

scar Wilde’s brilliant and muchloved comedy of love, manners and mistaken identity – The Importance of Being Earnest – has been delighting audiences for more than 100 years.

Set within the stifling conventions of Victorian England, two young bachelors have taken to bending the rules and the truth to add a dash of excitement to their lives. Jack invents a brother Ernest as an excuse to leave his dull country life behind so that he may pursue Gwendolen, the delectable daughter of the formidable Lady Bracknell.

Across town Algernon decides to take the name Ernest when visiting Jack’s young ward Cecily.

When each gentleman is forced to unwind his web of lies and reveal himself – being ‘earnest’ takes on a whole new meaning!

Grand dame of the Australian theatre Nancye Hayes brings the formidable and acidic Lady Bracknell to life alongside the elastic and hilarious Nathan O’Keefe as Algernon.

19-23 august the playhouse

DIRECTOR Geordie Brookman DESIGNER Ailsa Paterson CAST Nancye Hayes Nathan O’Keefe Anna Steen Rory Walker RUNNING TIME Approximately 90 minutes, including interval Pre-show forum Tuesday 19 August, 7.00pm Post-show Q&A Wednesday 20 August, 9.30pm

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“ THE COURSE OF TRUE LOVE NEVER DID RUN SMOOTH.”

Lisa Tomasetti

A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Act I, Scene I

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the dream B Y W I LL I A M SH A KES P E A R E

THE CLUE IS IN THE TITLE, BUT THIS IS A DIFFERENT DREAM.

eter Evans will reawaken Shakespeare’s classic A Midsummer Night’s Dream with a breathless 90-minute production that amplifies the magic, mirth and mayhem.

Love is in the air in Athens – and it’s contagious. Besides the royal wedding, which is just days away, there are young lovers dreaming of contented futures together. Hermia and Lysander are besotted with one another, while Helena adores Demetrius. The only snag is that Demetrius loves Hermia – and he’s got Hermia’s father on his side. So nobody is happy.

(Shakespeare wasn’t kidding when he said the course of true love never ran smooth).

30-13 aug/sept the playhouse

Determined to be together, Hermia and Lysander meet in a moonlit forest, with plans to elope.

Following hot on their heels is Demetrius, who in turn is pursued by a lovelorn Helena. But the young lovers are not alone in the forest. Nick Bottom and his hapless bunch of tradies have gathered to rehearse a play to be performed at the royal wedding. And, hidden from human eyes, a mischievous sprinkling of fairies are also in the forest that night. The three worlds collide in an explosion of comic confusion that throws the future of all the lovers into jeopardy.

director Peter Evans

Peter Evans’ pared-back production will be as quick as a shadow. Fast, funny and family friendly, this is The Dream as you’ve never seen it before.

DRAMATURG James Evans

DESIGNER Teresa Negroponte LIGHTING DESIGNER Teegan Lee SOUND DESIGNER Caitlin Porter MOVEMENT DIRECTOR Nigel Poulton

RUNNING TIME 90 minutes, no interval

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“ AS ONE OF MOZART’S MOST BELOVED OPERAS, THIS EXCITING NEW PRODUCTION OF THE MAGIC FLUTE, is an adventure which will delight audiences both young and old.”

Lyndon Terracini, Artistic Director, Opera Australia

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O P E R A A US T R A L I A ’ S O Z O P E R A P R ESE N T S MOZART’S

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A QUEST FOR WISDOM AND TRUE LOVE. he ancient tombs of the Pharaohs hide many secrets. Will Tamino, the daring archaeologist, find them? Will it be Papageno, the zany ornithologist? Or will the forces of evil crack the code, find the treasure and get the girl?

The Magic Flute is a ripping yarn for all the family. This new production transforms Mozart’s final work into a rollicking adventure set in 1930s Egypt.

There will be mummies, hieroglyphic puzzles and a good few laughs along the way, but is it opera? Mozart didn’t care, and nor should you. He was far more concerned with firing his audience’s imagination through the power of music.

4-6 september CANBERRA THEATRE

DIRECTOR Michael Gow DESIGNER Robert Kemp

There is something for everyone in The Magic Flute – from the Queen of the Night’s demented showstoppers, to achingly beautiful arias, to simple ballads that wrap you up in warmth and charm.

LIGHTING DESIGNER Matt Scott

Prepare to be enchanted as Oz Opera’s vibrant cast of singers takes you through this mysterious and wonderful tale.

Sung in English and performed with a chamber orchestra.

RUNNING TIME Approximately 120 minutes, including interval

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“ …THE WRITING IS SHARP AS A TACK…”

Mark Nolan, Tracey Schramm

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THE WHARF REVUE 2014 W R I T T E N an d C R E A T ED B Y J O N A T H A N B I GG I N S , D R EW F O R SY T HE A N D P H I LL I P SC O T T

THE WHARF REVUE RETURNS WITH ITS DISTINCTIVE BRAND OF “POLLY WAFFLE”.

30-4 sept/oct ime has not wearied them.

Everyone’s favourite lampoonists return for a special edition of The Wharf Revue to celebrate 15 years of irreverent, anarchic political satire.

Join Jonathan Biggins, Amanda Bishop, Drew Forsythe and Phillip Scott as they bring an all new, up-to-the-minute dose of their keenly-observed comic genius.

Look out for some of your most – and least! – loved public figures as they are paraded in their emperor’s clothes for your delectation.

Featuring an array of characters including Keating, Gillard, Howard and Hawke.

This brilliant blend of side-splitting sketches and musical mayhem never fails to amuse.

Vicious, malicious but most of all delicious.

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STARRING Jonathan Biggins Amanda Bishop Drew Forsythe Phillip Scott MUSICAL DIRECTOR Phillip Scott LIGHTING DESIGNER Matthew Marshall RUNNING TIME Approximately 90 minutes, no interval Post-show Q&A Thursday 2 October, 9.30pm

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Sergey Pevnev

“ THE SIMPLE, ATTRACTIVE LOVE STORY HAS BEEN A WINNER IN ONE STAGING AFTER ANOTHER SINCE JEAN DAUBERVAL INVENTED IT IN 1789.”

John Percival, The Stage (UK) on La Fille mal gardée

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WES T A US T R A L I A N B A LLE T

LA FILLE MAL GARDéE THE WAYWARD DAUGHTER CH O R E O G R A P HED B Y M A R C R I B A UD

STYLISH, FUNNY AND TENDER, LA FILLE MAL GARDéE WILL PUT A SPRING IN YOUR STEP AND A SMILE ON YOUR FACE.

ise loves Colas. Colas loves Lise.

But Lise’s mother, the Widow Simone, has agreed that her wayward daughter should marry Alain, son of a pompous, wealthy vineyard owner. Alain however, is more interested in his precious umbrella than romance.

What ensues is a series of mischievous ‘arabesques’ as Lise works her way out of the Widow’s marriage contract and into the arms of her love-struck beau.

A popular family favourite because of its simple, engaging story and colourful humour, this stunning new production, set in 1950’s rural France, will leave you applauding for more.

La Fille mal gardée is a co-production of West Australian Ballet and Queensland Ballet.

15-18 october CANBERRA THEATRE

artistic director Aurélien Scannella CHOREOGRAPher Marc Ribaud MUSIC Ferdinand Hérold/ John Lanchbery SET designer Richard Roberts COSTUME designer Lexi De Silva LIGHTING designer Jon Buswell RUNNING TIME Approximately 120 minutes, including interval Pre-Show Forum Wednesday 15 October, 6.30pm public viewed class Saturday 18 October, 12.00pm

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CIRCA ACKNOWLEDGES THE ASSISTANCE OF THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT THROUGH THE AUSTRALIA COUNCIL, ITS ARTS FUNDING AND ADVISORY BODY AND THE QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT THROUGH ARTS QUEENSLAND.

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Principal Partner.

The power of performing arts is increased when patrons engage actively with the stories above and beyond their experience in the auditorium.

To this end, the Canberra Theatre Centre is committed to providing a range of activities under the Take Part banner that enables you to do just that. The diary on page 34 lists all the pre-show forums and post show Q&A’s

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that we have already arranged at print date. Over the course of 2014 we hope to schedule many more activities related to these shows.

a fashion parade (Blak), and a directors talk (As We Forgive). Where possible these activities are provided free to season ticket holders.

During 2013, this included a free movie screening (Bastardy – Jack Charles V The Crown), a social history panel (The Secret River), dance workshops (Bangarra Dance Theatre), morning tea with John Bell (Henry 4), special postshow bar (Wunderkammer), special talk

by Gill Hicks (Thursday), an open dress rehearsal (Hipbone Sticking Out),

The best ways to stay in touch with these events is to subscribe to the InBox eNews via canberratheatrecentre. com.au, like CTC’s facebook page or keep an eye on the Centre’s weekly ad in The Canberra Times.

a c c e s s i n f o r m at i o n Canberra Theatre Centre offers a range of services to ensure that its venues and performances are accessible to all. Please note, it is essential that you tick the appropriate boxes with regard to special assistance requirements on your season booking form. You will then be issued with a ticket for the service you have reserved as part of your season ticket package. All devices can be collected from Canberra Theatre Centre Cloak Room. Please see the diary on page 34 for the dates of dedicated access performances.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS AND MOBILITY ASSISTANCE Wheelchair spaces are available in all theatres and we can provide assistance with other mobility issues.

A carer is entitled to a free ticket when accompanying a paid Companion Card holder to the theatre. Please indicate when booking your ticket if you are a Companion Card holder. You will be required to present a copy of your companion card to the Box Office to finalise your booking.

FOR THE DEAF AND HEARING IMPAIRED FM RADIO-ASSISTED HEARING SYSTEM An FM radio-assisted hearing system is available for all performances in the Canberra Theatre and The Playhouse.

This system amplifies the sound through the use of a supplied headset or the patron’s own neckloop. A limited number of these units are available. Please tick on your booking form to reserve a unit.

OYER F LOOP A hearing loop for foyer announcements, forums and speeches operates throughout The Link foyer and foyer space of the Canberra Theatre. Please note that Box Office and toilets are not covered by the loop system. The system is accessible via hearing aids with a telephone setting. Please note, reception quality and levels may vary according to the age and type of hearing aid.

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FOR THE BLIND AND VISION IMPAIRED A large print version of the Collected Works 2014 booklet is available from the Canberra Theatre Centre’s Box Office or by calling Vision Australia’s Canberra office on 02 6247 1000.

ACTILE T TOUR Selected performances in Collected Works 2014 may offer a pre-show guided tactile tour of the set for patrons with low or no vision. To book for the tactile tours please select the relevant box on your booking form.

CAPTIONS Selected performances in Collected Works 2014 will be live captioned. All dialogue and sound effects are described in real time on screens in the theatre or via the Go Theatrical! smart phone and tablet applications. These can be downloaded from iTunes or Android Market Place. Patrons without access to these devices will be able to book an iPod Touch* by ticking the relevant box on your booking form. * Limited numbers available.

Our services for the deaf and hearing impaired are provided with the assistance of Better Hearing Australia, ACT Deafness Resource Centre, Mac1 ANU and The Captioning Studio.

AUDIO DESCRIPTION Selected performances in Collected Works 2014 will be audio described by trained volunteers from our access partner, Vision Australia. Audio description provides minimal narration, between dialogue, of the visual elements of live theatre, transmitted through a small receiver and earpiece for patrons with low or no vision.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR BOOKING FORM? Our Box Office staff will be happy to assist you in purchasing a Collected Works 2014 package.

For general enquiries, call 02 6275 2700, email canberraticketing@act.gov.au or visit the box office in person.

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b o o k i n g i n f o r m at i o n Dates to remember 5pm, Friday 11 October 2013 Priority booking period for returning season ticket holders ends.

9am, Monday 14 October 2013 New season ticket holders processed from this date.

9am, Monday 28 October 2013 A Murder Is Announced single tickets on sale to the general public.

CONTACT DETAILS Please include your email address. Show updates such as forums and bar opening times, new show announcements and special offers may be sent via email.

PROOF OF CONCESSION Please provide photocopied proof with your booking form. A photocopied driver’s licence is preferable for Under 27. See page 42 for more concession details. Your form cannot be processed until the Box Office receives the copies of your concessions. Canberra Ticketing staff will happily photocopy your concession for you if you deliver your form, in person, at the Box Office.

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE If you would like to access wheelchair seating, our audio description or captioning services, don’t forget to indicate the type of assistance you require on the booking form.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR booking FORM? Canberra Ticketing staff will be happy to help you book your season package.

For general booking enquiries or assistance with completing your form, contact Canberra Ticketing on 02 6275 2700 or email canberra.ticketing@act.gov.au or visit the Box Office in person. Canberra Ticketing will be open for extended hours, between 9am and 8pm, Monday to Friday until Friday 11 October 2013.

YOUR SEASON 2014 PREFERENCES Please indicate, where requested, whether seating preference or preferred date is your priority.

SEATING For the best seats in the house, buy in the A-Reserve or Premium (A Murder Is Announced and The Magic Flute) area (as shown on seating plan page 42).

Wheelchair spaces are available in A and B-Reserve in the Canberra Theatre and in A-Reserve only in The Playhouse but sold at the B-Reserve price. For some productions, the orchestra pit seats will be held off sale. Please note that A-Reserve and Premium seats are very popular and may sell out, so buy early to avoid disappointment. You must select either A or B-Reserve packages for your entire season.

You cannot have a combination of A and B-Reserve in the one package, with the exception of A Murder Is Announced and The Magic Flute. For these shows in your program selection you may have a combination of Premium seats within an A or B-Reserve package.

The Playhouse: Seating is available on three levels: stalls, first and second balcony (please note: there is no lift access to the second balcony). The balcony sides are held off sale until production sightlines have been established.

Canberra Theatre: Seating is one raked tier.

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9am, Monday 4 November 2013 Single tickets on sale for all remaining productions.

Monday 1 April 2014 Final deferred payment due date.

SEASON TICKETS FOR GROUPS If you are purchasing a season ticket with others please ensure that all booking forms are returned in the same envelope at the same time, otherwise you will not be seated together. Please include the contact details of all additional patrons. For large groups, please submit forms early.

TICKET EXCHANGES You can exchange your tickets free of charge for any other performance of the same production.

Conditions apply. In order to exchange, original tickets must be returned in person to Canberra Ticketing at least 24 hours before the earliest of the performances.

EVENT TICKET INSURANCE For a small fee (listed on the booking form) you can cover your event costs by purchasing ticket insurance. Subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, you may be covered for: medical emergency, illness, injury or death occurring to you, your immediate family or companion, traffic collision on your way to the event, mechanical breakdown, jury duty, airline delays on your way to the event, redundancy or relocation of you or your companion’s employment including any military duty. The full terms and conditions are listed on our website canberratheatrecentre. com.au/userfiles/file/insuranceterms.pdf.

DRINK VOUCHERS Please indicate on the booking form if you wish to pre-purchase drinks (limit of two drink vouchers per ticket, per show). To pre-order your interval drinks on the night, simply present your drink vouchers to the bar staff prior to the show. Lost drink vouchers are unable to be replaced. Patrons attending nominated Gala Opening nights will receive a voucher entitling them entry to the post-show function. All vouchers will be sent with your show tickets. split the bill Please note that a $10 fee applies when selecting the deferred payment option. The second instalment will be deducted on 1 April 2014. Please indicate on the booking form if you would like to take advantage of this service. You will be sent a reminder in March.

PRIVACY POLICY The Cultural Facilities Corporation, trading as Canberra Ticketing, collects personal information as an agent for the promoter, for the purposes of cancellation notification, accounting and marketing of future events. The collected information will be disclosed to Canberra Ticketing by the promoter for these purposes. The collected information will be dealt with by Canberra Ticketing and the promoter in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and other laws. You are not obliged to provide information, but a failure to do so may mean you cannot purchase tickets. The promoter’s contact details are available upon request from Canberra Ticketing. You may seek access to information about you held by the promoter or Canberra Ticketing. Our privacy statement is available on our website.

All prices, dates, sessions times and other information contained within this brochure were correct at the time and printing and may be subject to change.

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ticket information ADDITIONAL TICKETS FOR SEASON TICKET HOLDERS You can purchase additional tickets for friends at single ticket prices.

For selected productions you may purchase an additional ticket at the season ticket holder price or a special additional ticket price (Bell Shakespeare).

Additional single tickets are limited to one per season ticket holder and are available only at the time of subscribing.

For prices see columns marked Additional Single Tickets on your booking form.

CHILDREN For shows where an Under 27 (U27) or Bell Youth Under 30 (Bell U30) price is listed, that price applies to children.

The Magic Flute and Admission: One Shilling offer a ticket price for children (15 and under) of season ticket holders.

Please note that while some shows in Collected Works 2014 may be suitable for children, parental discretion is advised.

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CONCESSION PRICES

SINGLE TICKETS

Concession prices are available for unemployed, pensioners, health care card holders and full-time students for all shows except: A Murder Is Announced and Admission: One Shilling. # Admission: One Shilling offers a concession price to the Matinee for unemployed, health care card holders, full-time students and children (15 and under). A special season ticket holder pensioner price applies to all performances.

Henry V and The Dream offer a special price for government issued seniors card.

Prices listed for single tickets are the advertised ticket price for non-season ticket holders.

RESERVES Seating plans showing seating reserves can be found on pages 41-42. A Murder Is Announced and The Magic Flute offer a Premium, A and B-Reserve. A and B-Reserve do not apply to Admission: One Shilling, Henry V and The Dream. There is one fixed price for the whole auditorium.

All other productions have A and B-Reserves. Sales for C-Reserve open at a later time.

UNDER 27 (U27) AND BELL YOUTH UNDER 30 (BELL U30) Under 27 prices apply to selected shows except for: A Murder Is Announced, Admission: One Shilling and The Magic Flute.

Henry V and The Dream offer Under 27 prices to patrons aged 30 years and under through their Youth Under 30 initiative (limited availability per performance).

WHEELCHAIR SEATS Wheelchair spaces are available in A and B-Reserve in the Canberra Theatre.

In The Playhouse wheelchair spaces are located in A-Reserve and are sold at the B-Reserve price.

All prices quoted were correct at the time of printing and may be subject to change.

booking form how to book ONLINE Its easy and all the working out is done for you. Complete the secure online booking form at subscription. canberratheatrecentre.com.au You will also need to lodge proof of concession by fax, post or in person.

Forms submitted online will be processed in order of receipt.

BY MAIL Post your booking form to the address below. Remember to include proof of concession if applicable and include the forms of ALL in your group.

Canberra Theatre Centre Reply Paid 226 Civic Square ACT 2608

BY FAX Fax your completed form and proof of concession to 02 6230 1098.

ticket information ADDITIONAL TICKETS FOR SEASON TICKET HOLDERS You can purchase additional tickets for friends at single ticket prices.

For selected productions you may purchase an additional ticket at the season ticket holder price or a special additional ticket price (Bell Shakespeare).

Additional single tickets are limited to one per season ticket holder and are available only at the time of subscribing.

For prices see columns marked Additional Single Tickets on your booking form.

CHILDREN For shows where an Under 27 (U27) or Bell Youth Under 30 (Bell U30) price is listed, that price applies to children.

The Magic Flute and Admission: One Shilling offer a ticket price for children (15 and under) of season ticket holders.

Please note that while some shows in Collected Works 2014 may be suitable for children, parental discretion is advised.

IN PERSON Pay by cash or cheque or leave your form (with credit card details) at the Canberra Ticketing Box Office during business hours. As it takes some time to process your subscription we will post your tickets to you.

Canberra Ticketing Canberra Theatre Centre London Circuit Civic Square, Canberra ACT Phone: 02 6275 2700 Standard business hours Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm Canberra Ticketing will be open for extended hours, with the phones and doors open from 9am to 8pm, Monday to Friday until Friday 11 October, 2013.

RESERVES Seating plans showing seating reserves can be found on pages 41-42. A Murder Is Announced and The Magic Flute offer a Premium, A and B-Reserve. A and B-Reserve do not apply to Admission: One Shilling, Henry V and The Dream. There is one fixed price for the whole auditorium.

All other productions have A and B-Reserves. Sales for C-Reserve open at a later time.

SINGLE TICKETS Prices listed for single tickets are the advertised ticket price for non-season ticket holders.

UNDER 27 (U27) AND BELL YOUTH UNDER 30 (BELL U30) Under 27 prices apply to selected shows except for: A Murder Is Announced, Admission: One Shilling and The Magic Flute (applies to B-Reserve only).

Henry V and The Dream offer Under 27 prices to patrons aged 30 years through their Youth Under 30 initiative (limited availability per performance).

CONCESSION PRICES

WHEELCHAIR SEATS

Concession prices are available for unemployed, pensioners, health care card holders and full-time students for all shows except: A Murder Is Announced and Admission: One Shilling. # Admission: One Shilling offers a concession price to the Matinee for unemployed, health care card holders, full-time students and children (15 and under). A special season ticket holder pensioner price applies to all performances.

Henry V and The Dream offer a special price for government issued seniors card.

Wheelchair spaces are available in A and B-Reserve in the Canberra Theatre.

In The Playhouse wheelchair spaces are located in A-Reserve and are sold at the B-Reserve price.

All prices quoted were correct at the time of printing and may be subject to change.

booking form Checklist Address and personal

details completed Concessions provided Group bookings information

provided Shows completed Cost of drinks voucher,

insurance and deferment included Payment details completed

Season Ticket Holder 1 The primary contact for Canberra Ticketing (please print)

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE NEEDS Do you have any special requirements we should consider when allocating your seating?

First few rows of the theatre (for minor hearing and sight difficulties)

Are you a first time season ticket holder?

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Title

BOOK ME IN FOR:

First name

An assisted listening headset

Last name

Captioning* An iPod Touch for the live captions*

Address

Audio description, and a headset* Tactile tour* Wheelchair: will you be Postcode ������������������ ������������������ Email Please supply your email address in order to be notified of the progress of your form Day phone Evening phone � Previous address (if your address has changed since 2013)

moving to a seat in the theatre remaining in your wheelchair accompanying someone who

requires special assistance?

For further information regarding access services, mobility and special assistance please phone Canberra Ticketing on 02 6275 2700 or email canberra.ticketing@act.gov.au *Check the diary date for available dates.

CONCESSION TYPES Please indicate concession type (if applicable)

Keeping you up-to-date As a valued season ticket holder we will keep you informed about important news regarding the season shows you want to see, other upcoming shows and special offers.

YES, please

NO, thanks

Note: proof of eligibility for concession must be supplied for each person entitled to a concession discount.

Photocopy of ID is attached Pensioner Unemployed

Seating Preferences

Full-time student (copy of student card preferred)

Please inform us of any particular seating preferences you may have (eg. aisle, balcony, stalls etc)

Companion card U27 (copy of driver’s licence preferred) Govt issued seniors card (for Bell Shakespeare only)

Season Ticket Holder 2 The primary contact for Canberra Ticketing (please print) Are you a first time season ticket holder?

YES

SPECIAL ASSISTANCE NEEDS Do you have any special requirements we should consider when allocating your seating?

First few rows of the theatre (for minor hearing and sight difficulties)

NO

I will be accompanying someone who requires special assistance

Title First name

BOOK ME IN FOR:

Last name

An assisted listening headset

Address

Captioning* An iPod Touch for the live captions* Audio description, and a headset* Tactile tour*

Postcode ������������������ ������������������ Wheelchair: will you be Email Please supply your email address in order to be notified of the progress of your form

moving to a seat in the theatre remaining in your wheelchair

Day phone accompanying someone who

requires special assistance?

Evening phone � Previous address (if your address has changed since 2013)

For further information regarding access services, mobility and special assistance please phone Canberra Ticketing on 02 6275 2700 or email canberra.ticketing@act.gov.au *Check the diary date for available dates.

CONCESSION TYPES Keeping you up-to-date As a valued season ticket holder we will keep you informed about important news regarding the season shows you want to see, other upcoming shows and special offers.

YES, please

NO, thanks

Please indicate concession type (if applicable) Note: proof of eligibility for concession must be supplied for each person entitled to a concession discount.

Photocopy of ID is attached Pensioner Unemployed

Seating Preferences Please inform us of any particular seating preferences you may have (eg. aisle, balcony, stalls etc)

Full-time student (copy of student card preferred) Companion card U27 (copy of driver’s licence preferred) Govt issued seniors card (for Bell Shakespeare only)

please select 4 or more shows

I WOULD PREFER

the best seats

See STEP 3 ‘Ticket Information’ for details about seating reserves and concessions, and page 43 for ‘Pricing Information’.

my preferred date

SEATING PREFERENCE premium

I WOULD PREFER

A-RESERVE

A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED

B-RESERVE

DATE/TIME 1ST CHOICE

DATE/TIME 2ND CHOICE

ADDITIONAL SINGLE TICKETS

PREMIUM

22-28 FEBRUARY

A-RESERVE

B-RESERVE

PREMIUM

TOTAL NUMBER OF TICKETS

B-RESERVE

TOTAL VALUE

@ $100.00

@ $89.00

@ $80.00

@ $110.00

@ $99.00

@ $85.00

$

FRI 7.30PM, SAT 2PM & 7.30PM, SUN 1PM

@ $110.00

@ $100.00

@ $90.00

@ $120.00

@ $110.00

@ $95.00

$

SEASON TICKET A-RESERVE

A-RESERVE

TUE-THUR 7.30PM & SUN 5:30PM

SEATING PREFERENCE I WOULD PREFER

SEASON TICKET

B-RESERVE

I WOULD PREFER in the playhouse

stalls

balcony

ADDITIONAL SINGLE TICKETS

A-RESERVE FULL

A-RESERVE CONCESSION

A-RESERVE U27 (BELL U30) / CHILD

B-RESERVE FULL

B-RESERVE U27

B-RESERVE CONCESSION

A-RESERVE FULL

A-RESERVE CONCESSION

A-RESERVE U27 (BELL U30) / CHILD

B-RESERVE FULL

B-Reserve U27

B-RESERVE CONCESSION

THE LONG WAY HOME

19-22 MARCH

@ $53.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $43.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

@ $53.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $43.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

INTERPLAY

10-12 APRIL

@ $53.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $43.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

@ $53.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $43.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

ADMISSION: ONE SHILLING

20-21 MAY

@ $79.00

@ $72.00 (Pens.)

@ $49.00 (Child)

@ $89.00

@ $79.00 (Pens.)

@ $59.00 (Child)

WEDNESDAY MATINEE

@ $79.00

@ $72.00 (Pens.)

@ $49.00 (Child)

@ $89.00

@ $79.00 (Pens.)

@ $59.00 (Child)

@ $49.00 (Conc.#)

$ $ $ $

@ $59.00 (Conc.#)

$

The Government Inspector

28-31 MAY

@ $73.00

@ $65.00

@ $60.00

@ $73.00

@ $65.00

@ $60.00

HENRY V

14-28 JUNE

@ $61.00

@ $56.00 (Snr)

@ $32.50 (Bell U30)

@ $68.00

@ $62.00 (Snr)

@ $33.00 (Bell U30)

SATURDAY EVENINGS

@ $76.00

@ $47.50 (Bell U30)

@ $72.00

THE FACTORY

24-25 JUNE

@ $53.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $43.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

@ $53.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $43.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

$

PATYEGARANG

17-19 JULY

@ $53.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $43.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

@ $53.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $43.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

$

S

6-9 AUGUST

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $35.00

@ $40.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $35.00

@ $40.00

@ $35.00

@ $30.00

$

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST

19-23 AUGUST

@ $55.00

@ $50.00

@ $45.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $35.00

@ $55.00

@ $50.00

@ $45.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $35.00

$

THE DREAM

30 AUGUST-13 SEPTEMBER

@ $61.00

@ $56.00 (Snr)

@ $32.50 (Bell U30)

@ $62.00 (Snr)

@ $33.00 (Bell U30)

@ $63.00

@ $55.00

@ $50.00

@ $52.50 (Conc.) @ $71.00 (Snr)

@ $71.00 (Snr)

THE WHARF REVUE

30 SEPTEMBER-4 OCTOBER

@ $47.50 (Bell U30)

@ $72.00

premium

I WOULD PREFER

A-RESERVE

THE MAGIC FLUTE

OFFICE USE date staff initial

RECEIVED

RESERVED

printed

MAILED

$

$ $

@ $42.00 (Bell U30)

$ $

@ $53.00

@ $50.00

@ $45.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $35.00

@ $53.00

@ $50.00

@ $45.00

@ $45.00

@ $40.00

@ $35.00

$

@ $60.00

@ $55.00

@ $55.00

@ $50.00

@ $45.00

@ $65.00

@ $60.00

@ $55.00

@ $55.00

@ $50.00

@ $45.00

$

ADDITIONAL SINGLE TICKETS

CONCESSION

@ $99.00

PAID

$

@ $65.00

FULL

4-6 September

$ @ $42.00 (Bell U30)

@ $65.00 (Conc.)

PREMIUM

B-RESERVE

@ $68.00 (Snr)

$ $

@ $60.00 (Conc.)

SEASON TICKET

SEATING PREFERENCE

@ $68.00 (Snr)

@ $68.00

@ $65.00 (Conc.)

LA FILLE MAL GARDéE, THE WAYWARD DAUGHTER 15-18 OCTOBER

@ $50.00

@ $65.00 (Conc.)

@ $52.50 (Conc.) @ $76.00

@ $55.00

@ $60.00 (Conc.)

@ $65.00 (Conc.)

SATURDAY EVENINGS

@ $63.00

@ $89.00

A-RESERVE CHILD

FULL

@ $44.00

@ $89.00

method of payment type of card CARD Card number Name on card

VISA

B-RESERVE

CONCESSION @ $79.00

CHEQUE Payable to Canberra Ticketing

MASTERCARD

CHILD

FULL

CONCESSION

@ $39.00

@ $71.00

CASH Payable at Canberra Ticketing Box Office only

AMEX

@ $64.00

PREMIUM CHILD @ $34.00

gift voucher

FULL @ $109.00

CONCESSION @ $99.00

A-RESERVE CHILD

FULL

@ $54.00

@ $99.00

EXTRAS

DINERS

CONCESSION @ $89.00

B-RESERVE CHILD

FULL

@ $49.00

@ $79.00

CONCESSION

CHILD

@ $71.00

@ $39.00

$

TOTAL TICKETS

$

DRINK VOUCHERS @ $7 EACH

yes please

$

INSURANCE

yes please

How to calculate the amount: If your subscription is: between $0-99.99=$5, between $100-199.99=$8, between $200-499.99=$14, between $500-749.99=$22,between $750-999.99=$28,over $1000=$35 /

/

/ Signature

Expiry

CCV

DEFERRED PAYMENT OPTION @$10

$

yes please

$

GRAND TOTAL

$

Canberra Theatre Centre would like to acknowledge the support of the following Canberra Theatre Centre is administered by the Cultural Facilities Corporation, which is an agency of the ACT Government and receives funding through the ACT Minister for the Arts.

PRINCIPAL SPONSOR We thank Hindmarsh for its generous contribution and support of Canberra Theatre Centre.

community sponsor The Canberra Labor Club has supported CTC for the last ten years. We thank them for their continuing support and assistance with the Centre’s community programming.

ACCOMMODATION PARTNER We thank our accommodation partner, Adina Apartment Hotels, for their ongoing support.

MEDIA PARTNER We thank WIN TV for their ongoing support.

OPENING NIGHT PARTNER We acknowledge the support of Tosolini’s Food to Go Catering as our opening night partner.

access partner Vision Australia is a leading provider of blindness and low vision services. We thank them and their team of volunteers for their crucial support of our access program.

All information contained within this brochure was correct at time of publishing.

Concept, design and production Some Cowboy + Giraffe. special thanks to caren florence at ampersand duck for providing the letterpress type.