Autumn/Winter Brochure 2009 by Citizens Theatre

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW SEASON We’re delighted to present a wide range of powerful shows this Autumn, including a Pulitzer prize-winner, a Shakespeare tragedy, work by our Young Co. and the Citizens Community Company (celebrating its 10th year), and another of our unique Christmas shows for all the family. In addition, we are pleased to be able to offer a sneak preview of an Edinburgh International Festival show in August, to welcome back the National Theatre of Scotland, and to see the return of a production of Martin McDonagh’s fabulous play, The Pillowman, alongside a number of other compelling shows. We also tour The Sound Of My Voice to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Museum of Dreams, TAG’s new show for 6-8 year old children tours Scotland, performed in its own purpose built venue. Behind the scenes we continue to work extensively within communities and schools. Our pioneering projects include a new partnership with the National Library of Scotland and the Hunterian

Museum to create a theatrical exploration of Charles Darwin’s evolutionary theory, our Dragonfly storytelling project in nurseries and primary schools, a large-scale Christmas show in Dalbeattie High School, a continued partnership with the Sense Over Sectarianism initiative in primary and secondary schools and skills training courses for businesses. Please take a look at our brand new website for more details of the vast range of work on offer. Together with our award-winning work in Scotland, we’ve also been making international links, touring to Germany and the Netherlands and participating in a unique Community Company exchange with Länsteatern i Örebro in Sweden. All of this work is of course meaningless without you, our audiences, participants and supporters. Throughout this brochure we’ve featured just a few of the wide range of people who make the Citizens what it is. Join us this autumn for great theatre experiences. JEREMY RAISON & GUY HOLLANDS ARTISTIC DIRECTORS

“My first time here, although a Glasgow girl all my life. Look what I’ve missed all these years. Had a wonderful evening, a magnificent performance… I’ll be back!” AUDIENCE MEMBER, APRIL 2009

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EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL & TRAVERSE THEATRE COMPANY CO-PRODUCTION

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LAST WITCH BY RONA MUNRO A new play about the last woman to be executed for witchcraft in Scotland. Exclusive Glasgow preview of the Edinburgh International Festival show. Dornoch, northern Scotland, 1727. In the claustrophobic heat of summer, a woman’s apparent ability to manipulate the power of land and sea stirs suspicion. Janet Horne can cure beasts, call the wind and charm fish out of the sea. Or can she? Refusing to deny claims of sorcery, she incenses the community. The Last Witch is based on the historical account of Janet Horne, the last woman to be executed for witchcraft in Scotland. Accused by friends and neighbours of making a pact with the devil, she was sentenced to death by burning.

Commissioned by the Edinburgh International Festival from Scottish playwright Rona Munro.

DIRECTED BY DOMINIC HILL MAIN THEATRE Fri 14 & Sat 15 August, 7.30pm SPECIAL TICKET PRICE All tickets £7

Also plays at the Edinburgh International Festival Sun 23 – Sat 29 August, Royal Lyceum Theatre Supported by the Edinburgh International Festival Science Consortium

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THE HOUSE OF BERNARDA ALBA BY FEDERICO GARCÍA LORCA IN A NEW VERSION BY RONA MUNRO The National Theatre of Scotland presents a major new version of Lorca’s The House of Bernarda Alba. Set in contemporary Scotland, Rona Munro’s bristling, edgy translation is directed by John Tiffany and features Siobhan Redmond in the title role.

Cast: Jo Freer, Louise Ludgate, Vanessa Johnson, Anne Lacey, Mary McCusker, Myra McFadyen, Una McLean, Heather Nimmo, Julie Wilson Nimmo, Carmen Pieraccini, Siobhan Redmond and Morag Stark.

Following the gangland execution of her husband, the formidable matriarch Bernarda Alba will do anything to safeguard her family’s dubious fortune and the future of her five headstrong daughters. A deal is struck – a marriage of convenience between her eldest girl and the son of a business rival. All Bernarda has to do is ensure that the wedding happens, and quickly.

DIRECTED BY JOHN TIFFANY

One of the most celebrated European dramas of the 20th century, Lorca described it as a “drama of women in the villages of Spain” – a theme that is electrifyingly transposed in this version to the tough communities of Glasgow’s East End. Faithfully preserving Lorca’s sense of boiling tension and impending tragedy, the production lines up a cast of twelve Scottish women who bring this classic text thrillingly up to date. Contains strong language throughout. Recommended for 14+

MAIN THEATRE Tue 15 September – Sat 3 October, 7.30pm PREVIEWS Tue 15 & Wed 16 September, 7.30pm MATINEES Sat 26 September & Sat 3 October, 2.30pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE Thu 1 October, 7.30pm CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE Fri 2 October, 7.30pm SIGNED PERFORMANCE Sat 3 October, 2.30pm POST SHOW DISCUSSION Fri 2 October (part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival) See booking information for prices.

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SHAKESPEARE’S GREAT TRAGEDY

A BEAUTIFUL LOVE DESTROYED

MAIN THEATRE Wed 21 October – Sat 14 November, 7.30pm PREVIEWS Wed 21 & Thu 22 October, 7.30pm MATINEES Wed 28 & Thu 29 October, 1.30pm & Sat 7 November, 2pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE Thu 29 October, 7.30pm SIGNED PERFORMANCE Thu 5 November, 7.30pm CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE Wed 4 November, 7.30pm WORKSHOPS FOR SCHOOLS 28 & 29 October, 11.30am 11 & 12 November, 5pm Free with ticket to show. Call the box office to book.

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DIRECTED BY GUY HOLLANDS DESIGN BY PHILIP WITCOMB LIGHTING DESIGN BY KAI FISCHER

Cast includes Andrew Clark as Iago.

“Brilliantly complex in his torment… a superb young actor” DAILY TELEGRAPH (ON HAMLET, CITIZENS 2007) SUPPORTED BY

With additional support from the Scottish Government New Arts Sponsorship Fund.

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Topdog/Underdog Scottish premiere of the Pulitzer prize-winning play. Abandoned by their parents as teenagers, Lincoln and Booth are used to depending on each other for survival. Booth dreams of escaping his troubled childhood by becoming Topdog at the infamous street con game, three card monte. Lincoln just wants to earn an honest living and get the respect he deserves. As they struggle to make ends meet, tension gnaws at their daily existence as they each vie for control. If Lincoln would just get back in the game, everything could be different. But in this godforsaken world, winning or losing can mean life or death. Contains strong language and adult content. Recommended for 14+

DIRECTED BY LEANN O’KASI CIRCLE STUDIO Tue 20 October – Sat 7 November, 7.30pm PREVIEWS Tue 20 & Wed 21 October, 7.30pm See booking information for prices.

BY SUZAN LORI-PARKS Watch me close now One good pick’ll get you in, 2 good picks and you gone win Who sees thuh winner, who knows where it’s at? Ah you had thuh card but you didn’t have thuh heart That’s thuh show, We gotta go.

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From September 2008 – August 2009 Leann O’Kasi was the first Trainee Director of a new scheme generously supported by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.

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A festive family treat for all ages with imaginative storytelling and original live music. Once upon a time there lived a young girl called Cinderella. She was fair of face and pure of heart, but cruelly downtrodden by her wicked stepmother and mocked by her spiteful step-sisters. A magical re-telling of the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale, written specially for the Citizens. Cinderella will take you to an enchanted place where spells are cast, timing is everything and wishes can come true.

“The Christmas performances are always inventive, funny and above all else offer something for both adults and children to enjoy together.” AUDIENCE MEMBER, CHRISTMAS SHOW 2008

DIRECTED BY JEREMY RAISON DESIGN BY JASON SOUTHGATE CHOREOGRAPHY BY MAXINE BRAHAM DIGITAL ARTIST IAIN PIERCY

MAIN THEATRE Sat 28 November 2009 – Sat 2 January 2010 AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCES Thu 10 December, 10.30am Fri 11 December, 7pm SIGNED PERFORMANCE Thu 10 December, 7pm CHARITY PREVIEW Sat 28 November, 7pm In aid of The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice. FAMILY WORKSHOP Sat 12 December, 2-4pm A fun session for 5-9 year olds. See booking information on P36 & 37.

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Citizens Young Co. present work by the greatest writer who ever lived. In a stripped back performance this ambitious group of young people present excerpts from their favourite Shakespearean plays, along with brand new material inspired by the words of the Bard.

CITIZENS COMMUNITY COMPANY

We’re told there’s a handsome Prince or Princess for each of us, waiting to rescue us from a life of misery – aye right!

DIRECTED BY NEIL PACKHAM WRITTEN & PERFORMED BY THE CITIZENS COMMUNITY COMPANY

An annual sell-out, this year the Community Company focus their seasonal satirical glance at the sugary world of slippers, pumpkins and balls.

CIRCLE STUDIO Wed 16 – Sat 19 December, 7.30pm Sat 19 December, 7.30pm & 9.30pm

Not for the faint-hearted, this humorous humdinger is a welcome escape from the Christmas madness and a very special night out for adults only. DIRECTED BY NEIL PACKHAM CIRCLE STUDIO Thu 8 – Sat 10 October, 7.30pm SPECIAL TICKET PRICE All tickets £5

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Join us for a Christmas cackle, (but don’t bring your little princes and princesses!). Contains strong language and adult content. Recommended for 15+

SPECIAL TICKET PRICE £10 full price + standard concessions

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I’M A CITIZEN

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At the age of 50, I walked through the front door and asked if they ever considered allowing someone to perform here, even although I had no previous experience. The Citizens Community Company is vital to my everyday existence, it gives me purpose. There is truly open access to everyone. That kind of equality doesn’t exist everywhere but it is insisted upon here. PATRICIA PRESTON, COMMUNITY COMPANY MEMBER

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There is a terrific atmosphere at the Citizens. When my six year old is enjoying her drama class my three year old has just as much fun in the foyer with his friends and the staff. As a family we really enjoy our Saturday afternoons and we all benefit. We find everyone at the Citizens very warm, welcoming, encouraging and most importantly genuine. THE SHARMA FAMILY, KIDS@CITZ DRAMA CLASS ATTENDERS

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THE SCOTTISH MENTAL HEALTH ARTS AND FILM FESTIVAL

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TEATRO & THE SCOTTISH MENTAL HEALTH ARTS AND FILM FESTIVAL

THE PILLOWMAN

LEAVE TO REMAIN

BY MARTIN McDONAGH

BY JO CLIFFORD

Back by special invitation, Langside College’s striking postgraduate company recreate their acclaimed version of The Pillowman.

comedy and cruelty that leads to a shocking and hilariously macabre examination of authoritarian brutality.

“Once Upon A Time…” will never be the same again.

DIRECTED BY DAVID LEE-MICHAEL

The gruesome tale of a short story writer living in a totalitarian state seems to mirror the disappearance of local schoolchildren. A rollercoaster ride of

CIRCLE STUDIO Tue 22 – Sat 26 September, 7.30pm SPECIAL TICKET PRICE £10 full price, £7 all concessions

Following their personal experiences of bereavement, leading Scottish playwright Jo Clifford and actor Suzanne Dance created Leave To Remain – a show that uses live music, silence, ritual and storytelling to create an uplifting, moving and unique performance. With the help of cellist Sarah Whiteside, they use theatre to create an experience that addresses mourning and grief in a warm-hearted and cathartic evening for the audience.

First presented at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in 2007 to great acclaim. CIRCLE STUDIO Thu 1 October, 7.30pm SPECIAL TICKET PRICE All tickets £7 Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival 1 – 22 October 2009

SCOTTISH HUNTINGTON’S ASSOCIATION

JAMES SEABRIGHT & THE SCOTTISH MENTAL HEALTH ARTS AND FILM FESTIVAL

ON THE BALL WITH DONNELLY

TO BE FRANK

Featuring Dougie Donnelly, Gordon Smith, Mark McGhee, George Burley and Terry Butcher.

Following the interviews, the celebrity panel will be taking questions from the audience.

A charity fundraising event for the Scottish Huntington’s Association.

Proceeds from this event will go directly to the charity.

Football pundit Dougie Donnelly interviews four key men in Scottish Football in this special charity evening. Guests include Chief Executive of the Scottish Football Association, Gordon Smith, current Scotland Manager, George Burley, Assistant Scotland Manager and Manager of Inverness Caledonian Thistle, Terry Butcher and Mark McGhee, Manager of Motherwell Football Club.

MAIN THEATRE Sun 25 October, 7.30pm All tickets £15

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Scottish Huntington’s Association is the only charity in Scotland providing support exclusively to people with Huntington’s disease. Specialist care services are located throughout the country offering comprehensive care to clients, their families and friends.

FRANKIE HOWERD AND THE SECRET OF HAPPINESS WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY DAVID BENSON Titter Ye Not! Shut yer faces! Not on your Nellie! Frankie Howerd – the man with the catchphrases. Known to millions as Lurcio the Roman slave in Up Pompeii and as the star of innumerable films, Howerd’s career lurched from despair to triumph and back again. The long-awaited follow up to David Benson’s classic Fringe First award winning show Think No Evil of Us – My Life With Kenneth Williams, To Be Frank allows Benson to get right under the skin of his subject, to show him as he really was behind the mask of comedy.

David Benson will lead a post show discussion. CIRCLE STUDIO Sat 3 October, 7.30pm SPECIAL TICKET PRICE All tickets £7

“ Wonderful! Extremely funny and genuinely poignant too” EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS

Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival 1 – 22 October 2009

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ANDY JORDAN PRODUCTIONS & THE MOTION GROUP

A MOMENT’S PEACE THEATRE COMPANY

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THE CHRONICLES OF IRANIA

WICKER MAN BY ROBIN HARDY & ANDREW STEGGALL

CREATED BY MARYAM HAMIDI & CATRIN EVANS

ADAPTED FROM ORIGINAL MATERIAL BY ANTHONY SHAFFER AND ROBIN HARDY A dynamic one-woman show about the universal search to belong. Cult 1970s movie classic comes to the stage for the first time. Summoned by a letter about a missing child, Sergeant Howie comes to the remote Scottish island of Summerisle. Once there, it is not a missing child that the policeman finds but rather a community of strange islanders in thrall to the ancient, pagan gods of fertility, practicing the most bizarre of rituals. It isn’t long before he realises that it is not the child he must save, but himself. Featuring songs from the film.

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DIRECTED BY ANDREW STEGGALL SET DESIGN BY JON BAUSOR LIGHTING DESIGN BY JON CLARK MUSIC BY PAUL GIOVANNI

MAIN THEATRE Tue 6 – Sat 10 October, 7.30pm See booking information for prices.

Your host Khadijeh takes you on a journey to a mystical place where truths, half-truths and un-truths circulate. This fast-paced and sophisticated piece of theatrical storytelling is a funny, yet urgent story about the need to belong, to justify oneself, to be understood and to understand.

DIRECTED BY CATRIN EVANS PERFORMED BY MARYAM HAMIDI

CIRCLE STUDIO Thu 12 – Sat 14 November, 7.30pm See booking information for prices.

“a magic carpet ride into hand-me-down mythology” HERALD

“a blazingly vivid encounter – complete with carpets, cushions and tea” SCOTSMAN

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I’M A CITIZEN

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I have been going to the Citz since I was at school and keep going back. I like the size and intimacy of the theatre which retains its cosy and welcoming atmosphere while giving a wide ranging programme of very high quality. It is a Glasgow landmark which I enjoy coming back to. CATHERINE FAULDS, AUDIENCE MEMBER

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The Citizens Theatre changed my life practically. This place has opened the doors to what I can be in life. And gave me an idea of what I want. The amount of opportunities that have come out of here for me are endless and I hope they don’t stop. ’Cause it’s just like a home. JAMES HARKNESS, YOUNG CO. MEMBER

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DRAMA CLASSES Our weekly drama classes for 4-15 year olds get the theatre buzzing at weekends. Drama increases self-confidence and social skills, encourages children to use their creativity and imagination, plus it’s lots of fun! Professional drama tutors lead the classes, which run to coincide with school terms.

CLASSES AND TIMES KIDS @ CITZ 4-12 years

TEENAGERS @ CITZ 13-15 years

Saturdays

4-5 years 6-8 years

10.30-11.30am & 2-3pm 11.45am-12.45pm, 3.15-4.15pm & 3.45-5pm 9-12 years 2-3.30pm

13-15 years 3.45-5.15pm

Sundays

COST £5.50 per child per session. Full term cost can be paid in 1 or 2 installments.

Sundays 13-15 years 4-5.30pm

AUTUMN TERM 5 September – 22 November 2009 (10 sessions) No sessions on 10/11and 17/18 October.

4-5 years 6-8 years

12 noon-1pm & 3-4pm 1.30-2.30pm, 2-3.15pm & 4.30-5.30pm 9-10 years 12 noon-1.30pm & 2-3.30pm 11-12 years 12 noon-1.30pm & 4-5.30pm

A FREE cup of tea, coffee or juice is available in the foyer for any parents who wish to stay whilst their child takes part in the session. The theatre also has a FREE car park + FREE WiFi available. Call the Box Office now to book a place.

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LEARNING

NIGHTSCHOOL

MAKE IT WORK

ACTING CLASSES FOR ADULTS Suitable for adults who want to try their hand at performing. A fun and informal introduction to acting skills. LEVEL 1 BEGINNERS Tuesdays 7-9pm LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE Mondays 5.30-7.30pm Level 1 and 2 participants will explore a variety of classic and contemporary texts from past, present and future Citizens Theatre productions. The sessions are led by a professional drama director with guest visits from the Citizens Theatre’s artistic team. LEVEL 3 ADVANCED Mondays 7.30-9.30pm Designed specifically for those who have completed Nightschool Level 2, this class focuses on performance techniques allowing students to enhance and develop skills built in earlier sessions. Level 3 participants will work towards an informal performance at the end of the course. Sessions will be led by a variety of guest artists and directors.

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AUTUMN TERM: LEVEL 1 Tue 6 October – Tue 1 December 2009 (9 sessions) LEVELS 2 & 3 Mon 5 October – Mon 30 November 2009 (9 sessions) All courses suitable for adults 22+ COST £75 (£50 concession). Must be paid in full at time of booking. Call the Box Office now to book a place.

CREATIVE COMMUNICATION SKILLS TRAINING Does your business involve talking to people? So does ours! Our trainers are actors and theatre professionals who will share the tools of their trade to improve what you already do. You can enjoy practical skills-based training in the Citizens Theatre or at your place of work on a date that suits.

“This training is special and authentic, working with real actors in a unique theatre space.” PARTICIPANT, TRC MEDIA

“Inspirational. Trainers were excellent.” PARTICIPANT, CLYDEBANK COLLEGE

We offer three main courses: PRESENTING WITH IMPACT Thu 12 November, 10am-4pm How can you present more successfully and feel more at ease? BUILDING BETTER RELATIONSHIPS Thu 19 November, 10am-4pm Improve your communication skills at work and find out how to establish rapport with colleagues and clients. TEAM BUILDING Build your team’s spirit, improve the way you communicate with each other and develop positive working relationships. Visit our website for more details on each course. We can also shape our training for your team. Get in touch to discuss your needs: Louise Brown louisebrown@ citz.co.uk 0141 418 6273

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LEARNING

OFF THE PAGE PLAY READING SESSIONS Informal and sociable meetings aimed at those who are young at heart and mature in years! Join us to read from a play which shares themes with a show in the Citizens autumn season. These sessions are all about giving voice to the characters from the comfort of your seat, and talking about the story and the people in it. Over three sessions, meeting weekly from 3-4.30pm, the group will explore scenes from the the chosen play – leaving you time to see a show in the evening or beat the rush hour home. Tue 10, 17 & 24 November, 3-4.30pm Dress Circle Bar Tea, coffee and biscuits provided £15 for all three sessions Call the box office to book

WRITING WORKSHOPS WITH JEREMY RAISON THE THREE SESSION COURSE WILL COVER:

I’M A CITIZEN

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Usually when there’s something on at The Citz which I fancy seeing I’ll text round a group of friends to see if anyone’s interested. It’s a great way of getting a big group of us together. Most of the plays I’ve seen have been pretty good, a few have been awful, and some have been the best things I’ve seen in any theatre. GAVIN BURNS, AUDIENCE MEMBER

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Writing a play for the stage Structure, character and content Original plays and adaptations Getting your play performed Agents The difference in writing for radio, television and film Jeremy Raison is joint Artistic Director of the Citizens Theatre. His original plays include The Rain Gathering (National Theatre, Traverse and Radio 4) and Heart and Soul (Chester Gateway). Adaptations include Don Juan and The Sound of My Voice (Citizens Theatre)

and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (No 1 touring and West End). Writing for film includes Small Moments (BBC/ Antonine Films). Tue 15, 22, 29 September, 7-9pm £30 (£24 concession) Limited spaces Please apply with a brief description of your writing work to date and a sample of your writing (no more than 5 pages) to the theatre: Jeremy Raison Writing Workshops Citizens Theatre 119 Gorbals Street, G5 9DS

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ONE HOME – A WORLD OF EXPERIENCES.

There are loads of ways to send us your feedback.

LAUNCHED SUMMER ‘09. For the first time, we have brought together the work of the Citizens Theatre and TAG.

Follow us on Twitter for news in brief www.twitter.com/citizenstheatre www.twitter.com/tagtheatre Rate the show you’ve just seen You can now leave your comments on our show pages.

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applauded throughout till my hands were red & stinging. 2 excellent actors in an equally excellent production.

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ACCESS TO THE CITIZENS

BAR & CAFE

The Citizens provides a variety of services to facilitate access to the theatre. Our staff are trained to make your visit easy and enjoyable. If you would like more information on any of the services detailed below please call our Box Office.

A friendly and cosy place to enjoy a drink before and after the show.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS Wheelchair access is available in the stalls area of our main theatre and in our studios. Look out for the symbol on our seating plan. Adapted toilets are also available.

TOUCH TOURS Touch tours are also available in advance of each audio described performance. Please book two weeks in advance through our Box Office. S SIGNED PERFORMANCES

GUIDE DOGS ARE WELCOME FREE CAR PARK Free parking is available in our car park adjacent to the building which provides level access to the theatre and foyer. Marked parking bays for disabled and parent and child access only are available. Entry is via Crown Street & Laurieston Road. INDUCTION LOOP Induction loop and infrared systems are provided. Please ask our Box Office staff to advise on the best seats to book, to optimise the hearing benefits from this system. A AUDIO DESCRIPTION

Available on certain pre-advertised show evenings or afternoons, visually impaired theatre-attenders can listen to a description delivered around the dialogue of a performance through a headset. Infrared headsets are available on request from the Box Office and can be reserved at the time of booking. You are also welcome to bring your own headset if you prefer. Look out for the symbol in our diary to find out what performances are available with this service.

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We offer a Sign Language Theatre Interpreter on stage during certain performances. Look out for the symbol in our diary to find out what performances are available with this service. C CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE

Captioning converts the spoken word into text which provides access to live performance for people with hearing loss. In captioning the words appear on a screen at the same time as they are sung or spoken. Captions also include sound effects and offstage noises. Look out for the symbol in our diary to find out what performances are available with this service. For more information on captioning please visit www.scottishtheatre.org

The Citizens has two bars serving hot and cold drinks and a selection of snacks. We stay open until midnight on Friday and Saturday nights, so you can rub shoulders with the cast, while you discuss your favourite moments from the show. The bar & cafĂŠ are open one hour prior to performance times. +FREE WiFi ACCESS

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“We are delighted to support the Citizens Theatre, a company which provides an unrivalled range of cultural experiences within the community and is testimony that the Arts are for everyone.”

SUPPORTING CITIZENS

SCOTTISHPOWER We’re committed to putting people at the heart of our theatre and whether you’re an individual or a business of any size, we would like to invite you to join a growing number of Citizens who actively support us. You’ll be in good company CORPORATE CITIZENS • Secure a creative outlet for your company’s corporate social responsibility needs • Gain profile for your company’s work in the cultural sector • Align your brand to one of Scotland and the UK’s leading producing theatre companies • Access high quality training courses that use innovative drama techniques • Entertain clients in a unique and creative atmosphere The support we receive is vital to the development of our work on stage and in the community. We would like to warmly thank the following for their support: SPONSORS Scottish Government New Arts Sponsorship Award ScottishPower St Enoch Centre CORPORATE MEMBERS STARS Dalkia Energy & Technical Services Pointer Ltd

LEADING ARTISTS black light Milne Craig Ltd Rutherford & Macpherson CAST The Belhaven Brewery Company Ltd Db Houston Dunning Design Leyton Consulting Macdonald Reid Scott McConechy’s Tyre Service Ltd Merkland Tank Ltd Mitchells Roberton Scottish Council for Development and Industry Virgin Trains WDM Chartered Accountants TRUSTS & FOUNDATIONS PUBLIC SECTOR FUNDERS The Bellahouston Bequest Fund The Binks Trust The Craignish Trust The Cruden Foundation Esmée Fairbairn Foundation The Gordon Fraser Charitable Trust The Hugh Fraser Foundation The James Wood Foundation The John Liston Trust JTH Charitable Trust The Merchants House of Glasgow The Mickel Fund The Nancie Massey Charitable Trust The Prince’s Foundation for Children and the Arts The Rayne Foundation The Robertson Scholarship Trust The Robertson Trust The Saints & Sinners Club of Scotland The Sylvia Aitken Charitable Trust The Trades House of Glasgow – The Commonweal Fund The W A Cargill Fund The W.M. Mann Foundation

Cashback for Communities Fund Dumfries & Galloway Creative Education Arts Team East Renfrewshire Council North Lanarkshire Council The Scottish Arts Council – Lottery Funds The Scottish Government – Science Engagement Grant South Lanarkshire Council

FUNDER FOCUS Trainee Director Scheme Major support from the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation & valued contributions from the Citizens Theatre Society and the Craignish Trust. We are now moving into the second term of this three year scheme which aims to support women directors at the early stages of their careers and give them opportunities to develop their craft. The Citizens Theatre is committed to ensuring women are given a strong voice in Scottish theatre and we were delighted to bring this project to fruition with major funding support from the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation.

INDIVIDUAL GIVING Our aim is to create outstanding theatre; to nurture young talent and to develop ground-breaking education programmes. To achieve all this we need your help. Each year, in addition to the valuable income we receive from ticket sales and our core funds, we raise substantial sums from other sources. Right now you can make a contribution which goes to support our artistic work on stage and our pioneering work in our communities. In return we are pleased to offer you opportunities to get closer to the company. Front Row Show your support. All donations will be gratefully received and supporters invited to an annual event to meet with the creative team. Citizens Seat Dedication Scheme £500 Dedicate a seat in our Victorian auditorium to a loved one, or someone you admire and respect. We can help you remember someone special and plan an event to mark the occasion.

The first trainee director of this scheme, Leann O’Kasi, has worked throughout the last year as an assistant director on professional productions and community projects. She directs her own professional production Topdog/ Underdog by Suzan Lori-Parks as part of this season’s programme. FIND OUT MORE For further information of how to get involved please call Mandy Orr, Head of Development on 0141 418 6240 or visit the Support section of our website.

CORE FUNDERS CITIZENS THEATRE LIMITED Registered in Scotland No. SCO22513 and is a Scottish Charity No. SCO0133

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£7 TUESDAYS

Anything can happen at previews – but that’s what makes it exciting! Be part of the creative process as productions are given their first airing to the public. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE.

Every Tuesday night performance just £7 for any seat in the house! The perfect deal for bargain-hunters.

OFFERS AVAILABLE FOR ALL PERFORMANCE SPACES

The Box Office is open 10am – 6pm, Monday to Saturday and to 9pm on performance evenings.

CIRCLE STUDIO & STALLS STUDIO ALL TICKETS £12 Concessions – see below. All seats unreserved.

CHOOSING YOUR SEAT – MAIN THEATRE

CONCESSIONS ALL PERFORMANCE SPACES SENIOR CITIZENS £3 off all full price tickets. Matinees £7 any seat in the house. DISABLED £3 off all full price tickets, + companion comes free. Matinees £7 any seat in the house.

METHODS OF PAYMENT We accept payment by cash, cheque, Mastercard, Maestro and Visa. Please make cheques payable to Citizens Theatre Limited. LATECOMERS Due to the nature of the performance space, there is no late admittance to the Circle or Stalls Studios under any circumstances. Latecomers may be admitted to the Main Theatre if there is a suitable break in the performance. GIFT VOUCHERS Looking for gift ideas? Our gift vouchers are the perfect present, redeemable against tickets for all productions. Ask our Box Office for more details.

STUDENTS & UNWAGED £7 any seat in the house. CHILDREN £7 any seat in the house. GORBALS CITIZENS CARD-HOLDER £4 any seat in the house. EQUITY, SCOTTISH SOCIETY OF PLAYWRIGHTS, BECTU & MUSICIANS UNION CARD-HOLDERS £3 off all full price tickets.

PRICE BAND

III

Previews

£4

Tuesday

£7

Wednesday

£14.50

£12

£9.50

Thursday

£14.50

£12

£9.50

Friday

£17

£15

£10

Saturday

£17

£15

£10

Matinees

£12.50

£10

BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE

GOOD VIEW

34 | 35

RESTRICTED VIEW

SCHOOL GROUPS All teacher and pupil tickets £7 + 1 free in every 10 tickets purchased.

ALL CONCESSIONS AND DISCOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND CAN NOT BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY OTHER OFFER. PLEASE BRING PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY WHEN PICKING UP YOUR TICKETS. ALL INFORMATION CORRECT AT THE TIME OF GOING TO PRINT BUT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

BOX OFFICE:

0141 429 0022

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