PINTER SHAKESPEARE BECKETT
SPRING 2012
DOMINIC HILL PRESENTS HIS INAUGURAL SEASON “it feels like coming home to the place where I started out… a very special theatre both in Glasgow and in the world.” David Hayman In addition, we re-unite the young cast of Divided City whose take on Theresa Breslin’s novel received standing ovations earlier this year; and Scottish Opera collaborate with us once again staging Temptations of Tam with our Community Company. To ensure that everyone can access great drama at the Citizens Theatre we are introducing some rock bottom ticket offers including tickets at just 50p (see more details opposite). I have chosen plays by three of the greatest and most revolutionary playwrights in the English language to kick off my time as Artistic Director. For me, Pinter’s beautifully raw Betrayal, Shakespeare’s greatest play King Lear and a double bill of Beckett’s haunting miniature plays Krapp’s Last Tape and Footfalls are some of the most powerful and inspiring works ever written. Some familiar faces will return to the theatre where they made their careers, including David Hayman as King Lear and Cal Macaninch as Robert in Betrayal. I have also invited some of the best touring theatre companies to be part of our Spring Season. Frantic Assembly and Vox Motus make their Citizens debut while the National Theatre of Scotland return with Abi Morgan’s fascinating play 27.
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Over the past few months I have been struck by the warmth and loyalty that this theatre generates across Glasgow. This is partly of course because it has been a landmark in the city for 135 years. But the age of the theatre also brings its own challenges which is why we’re launching our Seat Restoration Fund. Find out more inside this brochure or on our website about how you can help us reach our £250,000 target by 2013. Finally, if you have visited us recently I thank you wholeheartedly for your support and hope you are excited about the new season ahead. If you haven’t been for a while, I urge you to take advantage of one of our ticket offers and take a chance on seeing world-class drama in one of Scotland’s most iconic theatres. Dominic Hill Artistic Director
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TICKETS FROM 50p! Whatever your budget, you can see great drama at the Citizens Theatre.
PREVIEWS - £6 TUESDAYS - £10
UNEMPLOYED - £2 GORBALS CARD - £2
50P TICKETS 10 tickets per performance 10 performances of each show On sale at 10am on: Saturday 25 February for Betrayal Saturday 14 April for King Lear Saturday 26 May for Krapp’s Last Tape & Footfalls
THE CLASSIC PASS Betrayal, King Lear and Krapp’s Last Tape & Footfalls Buy for all 3 shows and get up to 25% off! Premium Pass (Fri/Sat): £48 Senior Premium Pass (Fri/Sat): £42 Standard Pass (Wed/Thu): £39 Senior Standard Pass (Wed/Thu): £33
No catches – just good old-fashioned queuing!
Applies to best available price band I and II seats, Wed–Sat performances, excluding previews and matinees. Terms & conditions apply.
All tickets must be bought in person at the theatre. Cash only. No reservations. Allocated price band II seats. 2 tickets per person. Terms & conditions apply.
See p26-27 for details of all ticket prices, concessions & discounts!
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BETRAYAL By Harold Pinter with Cal Macaninch
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Emma is caught in a love triangle between her husband Robert and her lover Jerry – who is also her husband’s best friend. But who is betraying who? In this Olivier award-winning play the complex web of lies and deceit that are spun over a 7 year extra-marital affair not only expose the damage inflicted by desire, but the devious workings of the human heart.
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Directed by Dominic Hill Designed by Colin Richmond Lighting Design by Chris Davey Music by Dan Jones MAIN THEATRE Fri 2 – Sat 24 March, 7.30pm PREVIEWS Fri 2 & Sat 3 March, 7.30pm MATINEE Sat 17 March, 2.30pm Audio Described, Signed & Captioned performances available
A S C See p24
Tickets £12-£19 (concessions available) Previews £6 Tuesdays £10 See booking information p26-27 for all prices and discounts. Secondary Schools workshop available (see p15)
DIRECTOR’S NOTES PRE-SHOW EVENT WITH ARTISTIC DIRECTOR DOMINIC HILL Thu 15 March, 5.30pm (see p15)
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KING LEAR By WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE WITH DAVID HAYMAN
“ I am a man, More sinn’d against than sinning” 06 | 07
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Shakespeare’s greatest play is a profound exploration of the human condition. The ageing King decides to step down from the throne and divide his estate between his three children. Deceived by false promises and rejecting his one faithful daughter, Lear’s former kingdom spirals into chaos as he is driven to madness by the cruel treatment of his own family. Celebrated film, TV and stage actor David Hayman returns to the Citizens in the title role, 30 years after his last appearance. DAVID HAYMAN David started his career at the Citizens with many seminal performances including Hamlet in 1975 and Lady Macbeth in 1979. Well-known as DCS Walker from ITV’s Trial And Retribution, he has been a familiar face on screen for over 30 years including film appearances with Pierce Brosnan, Bruce Willis and Kevin Spacey. He famously played the part of former Glasgow gangster and Barlinnie convict Jimmy Boyle in the film, A Sense of Freedom.
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Directed by Dominic Hill Designed by Tom piper Lighting Design by ben ormerod Music by paddy cuneen MAIN THEATRE Fri 20 April – Sat 12 May PREVIEWS Fri 20, Sat 21 & Tue 24 April MATINEE Sat 5 May, 1.30pm Audio Described, Signed & Captioned performances available
A S C See p24
Tickets £12-£19 (concessions available) Previews £6 Tuesdays £10 See booking information p26-27 for all prices and discounts. Secondary Schools workshops and pre-show talks available (see p15)
DIRECTOR’S NOTES PRE-SHOW EVENT WITH ARTISTIC DIRECTOR DOMINIC HILL Thu 10 May, 5.30pm (see p15)
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Krapp’s Last Tape & Footfalls
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artwork: Bruno Leyval
By Samuel Beckett
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A double bill of Beckett’s most haunting miniature plays.
Directed by Dominic Hill
An old man sits alone on his 69th birthday, looking back on his life, recorded ritualistically on tape. A woman paces tirelessly back and forth in conversation with her critically ill mother. Humorous and moving studies of isolation and loneliness, these two one-act plays are spine-tingling masterpieces.
MAIN THEATRE Wed 30 May – Sat 9 June, 7.30pm PREVIEW Wed 30 May, 7.30pm MATINEE Sat 9 June, 2.30pm Audio Described, Signed & Captioned performances available A S C See p24
Tickets £12-£19 (concessions available) Previews £6 Tuesdays £10 See booking information p26-27 for all prices and discounts.
DIRECTOR’S NOTES PRE-SHOW EVENT WITH ARTISTIC DIRECTOR DOMINIC HILL Wed 6 June, 5.30pm (see p15)
Frantic Assembly & Drum Theatre Plymouth in association with Chichester Festival Theatre
LOVESONG By Abi Morgan With Siân Phillips Love is a leap of faith. Lovesong intertwines a couple in their 20s with the same man and woman a lifetime later. Their past and present selves collide in this haunting and beautiful tale of togetherness. Acclaimed writer Abi Morgan is reunited with award-winning physical theatre company Frantic Assembly who return to Scotland following their Edinburgh Festival hit Beautiful Burnout. Recommended for 14+
‘ Compelling, understated perfection’ The Stage 10 | 11
The Telegraph The Times WHAT’S ON STAGE
Direction and choreography by Scott Graham & Steven Hoggett MAIN THEATRE Tue 7 – Sat 11 February, 7.30pm Post show discussion Wed 8 Feb Tickets £12-£19 (concessions available) Tuesdays £10 See booking information p26-27 for all prices and discounts. Supported by the National Lottery through Arts Council England
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Vox Motus co-production with Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
THE INFAMOUS BROTHERS DAVENPORT By Candice Edmunds, Jamie Harrison and Peter Arnott
Startling manifestations. Amazing revelations. Dark secrets. Welcome to an evening of magic and illusion with the infamous brothers, Willie and Ira Davenport. Inspired by their true story, discover the dark undercurrent to the Victorian world as the showmanship and drama of their onstage presence contrasts with their cruel and curious childhood. Vox Motus make their Citizens Theatre debut with this highly original, visual theatre production. Recommended for 14+
DirectED by Candice Edmunds and Jamie Harrison Script by Peter Arnott Original Composition by Phamie Gow MAIN THEATRE Tue 14 – Sat 18 February, 7.30pm Post show discussion: Tue 14 Feb Tickets £12-£19 (concessions available) Tuesdays £10 See booking information p26-27 for all prices and discounts.
GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL Tue 27 – Sat 31 March
Age restrictions apply. Check when booking.
RORY BREMNER & FRIENDS Main Theatre | Tue 27 March, 8pm Tickets: £16.50 Britain’s top satirical impressionist returns to the live stage with his own take on events dominating the news. With special guests.
JAMES CAMPBELL’S COMEDY 4 KIDS Main Theatre | Sat 31 March, 3pm Tickets: £7.50 Comedy for children over 8, their parents and anyone who likes comedy without the rude words.
MARK STEEL’S IN TOWN Main Theatre | Wed 28 March, 8pm Tickets: £15 Based on the award-winning Radio 4 comedy show and book of the same title, writer and stand-up comedian Mark Steel is back on the road.
ADAM KAY’S SMUTTY SONGS Main Theatre | Sat 31 March, 8pm Tickets: £14.50 The Amateur Transplants front-man shares his darkly humorous re-imaginings of pop and rock classics.
BARRY & STUART LIVE! Main Theatre | Thu 29 March, 8pm Tickets: £14 full price, £12 concession The stars of BBC’s The Magicians perform a night of devious, jaw-dropping magic. Strictly 12+ only. JENNY ECLAIR: OLD DOG, NEW TRICKS Main Theatre | Fri 30 March, 8pm Tickets: £15 Expect a Lady Gaga tribute and possibly some dancing on her back legs. Good Dog Jenny! Plus support.
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National Theatre of Scotland co-production with Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
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Dr Richard Garfield has given Ursula a difficult choice. She is the mother superior in-waiting of a convent that has been given the opportunity to take part in his revolutionary scientific study. Ursula must weigh up the value of preserving her faith versus embracing science as her cloistered existence is rocked to its core. Abi Morgan’s new play is an extraordinary examination of a lifestyle in decline, but one whose dignity and faith could hold the key to the issues of our times – our ageing population and the decline of our minds. A human play about loneliness, ageing, science and loss.
“ A touching lament for the absolute in a volatile world” The Guardian
“ a masterful piece of new theatre” The Independent
The HERALD
DirectED by Vicky Featherstone Designed by Merle Hensel Lighting Design by Natasha Chivers Composer & Sound Design BY Nick Powell MAIN THEATRE: Thu 17 – Sat 26 May, 7.30pm Preview Thu 17 May, 7.30pm Matinee Sat 26 May, 2.30pm Tickets £12-£19 (concessions available) Previews £6 Tuesdays £10 See booking information p26-27 for all prices and discounts.
Citizens Theatre and Glasgow City Council
Scottish Opera and Citizens Community Company
BY Theresa Breslin ADAPTED BY Martin Travers
A new community opera inspired by stravinsky’s the rake’s progress
Back by popular demand! The hit musical production of Theresa Breslin’s award-winning novel performed by Glasgow secondary school pupils.
Scottish Opera and the Citizens Theatre join forces on a new community opera.
DIVIDED CITY
TEMPTATIONS OF TAM
Glasgow City Council Education Services and the Citizens Theatre collaborate on this exciting musical theatre project as part of Creative Scotland’s Youth Music Initiative programme.
A cast of 20 will perform their own take on Stravinsky’s opera which tracks the exploits of Tam Rakewell, whose quest for fortune ends with his descent into a world of tempation and debauchery. Accompanied by players from The Orchestra of Scottish Opera.
Directed by Guy Hollands AND Elly Goodman Designed by Carter Ferguson Original music by Claire McKenzie
Conductor Chris Gray Composer Matthew Brown Directed by Elly Goodman and Neil Packham
MAIN THEATRE Thu 2 – Fri 3 Feb, 7.30pm Sat 4 Feb, 2.30pm & 7.30pm
Circle Studio Thu 28 – Sat 30 June, 7.30pm Matinee: Sat 30 June, 2.30pm
Tickets £10 full price, £8 concessions Family of 4 £32 | Family of 5 £39
Tickets £10 full price, £8 concessions
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SPRING SEASON EVENTS Get under the bonnet of theatre-making! These pre-show events led by Citizens Learning open up the creative process on stage and invite audiences, students and school groups to get closer to our productions.
DIRECTOR’S NOTES With Artistic Director Dominic Hill Ever wondered how a play is put on stage? Fascinating insights into casting, rehearsal, design, lighting and costume. BETRAYAL Thu 15 March, 5.30pm KING LEAR Thu 10 May, 5.30pm KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS Wed 6 June, 5.30pm KING LEAR: THE MECHANICS OF THE STAGE Wed 2 May, 5.30pm
SECONDARY SCHOOLS WORKSHOPs GET INSIDE THE PLAY Bring the language of the play to life and explore the characters, key scenes and themes of the production. Available as a pre-show workshop at the Citizens or we can come to your school. Maximum of 30 pupils per workshop. Running time: 1 hour, 30 mins. At the Citizens Theatre BETRAYAL Thu 8 March, 5pm KING LEAR Thu 3 May, 5pm & Wed 9 May, 5pm Available in schools from February 2012 onwards.
An informal look at how lighting and sound are used in King Lear and why they are integral parts of every production.
Cost (at Citizens) £50 state school, £100 independent school
KING LEAR: MUSIC AND TRAGEDY Fri 27 April, 5.30pm
Cost (in school) £75 state school, £150 independent school
Musical Director Paddy Cuneen discusses how he approached creating the musical landscape for this most powerful of tragedies.
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All events take place in the Main Auditorium and will last approximately 40 minutes. Cost (with ticket to show) Individuals £2 Groups £1 Book at Box Office: 0141 429 0022
SUPER TUESDAYS We also run a CPD programme for Glasgow Primary and Secondary school teachers. Find out more on citz.co.uk
DIARY DATE
MAIN THEATRE
FEBRUARY
SAT 17
WED 1
SUN 18
BETRAYAL 2.30PM & 7.30PM
THU 2
DIVIDED CITY 7.30PM
MON 19
FRI 3
DIVIDED CITY 7.30PM
TUE 20
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
SAT 4
DIVIDED CITY 2.30PM & 7.30PM
WED 21
BETRAYAL 7.30P M
SUN 5
THU 22
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
MON 6
FRI 23
BETRAYAL 7.30PM C BETRAYAL 7.30PM
TUE 7
LOVESONG 7.30PM
SAT 24
WED 8
LOVESONG 7.30PM D
SUN 25
THU 9
LOVESONG 7.30PM
MON 26
FRI 10
LOVESONG 7.30PM
TUE 27
Rory Bremner & Friends 8PM
SAT 11
LOVESONG 7.30PM
WED 28
Mark steel’s in town 8PM
SUN 12
THU 29
BARRY & STUART LIVE 8PM
MON 13
FRI 30
JENNY ECLAIR 8PM
TUE 14
INFAMOUS BROTHERS DAVENPORT 7.30PM D
SAT 31
JAMES CAMPBELL’S COMEDY 4 KIDS 3PM
WED 15
INFAMOUS BROTHERS DAVENPORT 7.30PM
SAT 31
ADAM KAY’S SMUTTY SONGS 8PM
THU 16
INFAMOUS BROTHERS DAVENPORT 7.30PM
FRI 17
INFAMOUS BROTHERS DAVENPORT 7.30PM
SAT 18
INFAMOUS BROTHERS DAVENPORT 7.30PM
SUN 19
APRIL SUN 1 MON 2 TUE 3
MON 20
WED 4
TUE 21
THU 5
WED 23
FRI 6
THU 24
SAT 7
SAT 25
SUN 8
SUN 26
MON 9
MON 27
TUE 10
TUE 28 WED 29
WED 11
MARCH
FRI 13
THU 12 SAT 14
THU 1 FRI 2
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
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SUN 15
SAT 3
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
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MON 16 TUE 17
SUN 4
WED 18
MON 5 TUE 6
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
THU 19
WED 7
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
FRI 20
KING LEAR 7.30PM P
THU 8
BETRAYAL 7.30PM W
SAT 21
KING LEAR 7.30PM P
FRI 9
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
SUN 22
SAT 10
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
MON 23
SUN 11
TUE 24
MON 12
WED 25
KING LEAR 7.30PM P KING LEAR 7.30PM
TUE 13
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
THU 26
KING LEAR 7.30PM
WED 14
BETRAYAL 7.30PM A S
FRI 27
KING LEAR 7.30PM D
THU 15
BETRAYAL 7.30PM D
SAT 28
KING LEAR 7.30PM
FRI 16
BETRAYAL 7.30PM
SUN 29 MON 30
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MAY
MAIN THEATRE
THU 14
TUE 1
KING LEAR 7.30PM
FRI 15
WED 2
KING LEAR 7.30PM A S D
SAT 16
THU 3
KING LEAR 7.30PM W
SUN 17
FRI 4
KING LEAR 7.30PM
MON 18
SAT 5
KING LEAR 1.30PM & 7.30PM
TUE 19
SUN 6
WED 20
DANCE SCHOOL OF SCOTLAND 7.30PM
MON 7
THU 21
DANCE SCHOOL OF SCOTLAND 7.30PM
TUE 8
KING LEAR 7.30PM
FRI 22
DANCE SCHOOL OF SCOTLAND 7.30PM
WED 9
KING LEAR 7.30PM W
SAT 23
DANCE SCHOOL OF SCOTLAND 7.30PM
THU 10
KING LEAR 7.30PM C D
SUN 24
FRI 11
KING LEAR 7.30PM
MON 25
SAT 12
KING LEAR 7.30PM
TUE 26 WED 27
SUN 13 MON 14 TUE 15 WED 16 THU 17
27 7.30PM P
FRI 18
27 7.30PM
SAT 19
27 7.30PM
SUN 20 MON 21 TUE 22
27 7.30PM
WED 23
27 7.30PM
THU 24
27 7.30PM
FRI 25
27 7.30PM
SAT 26
27 2.30PM & 7.30PM
DATE STUDIO SPACES THU 28
TEMPTATIONS OF TAM, 7.30PM
FRI 29
TEMPTATIONS OF TAM, 7.30PM
SAT 30
TEMPTATIONS OF TAM, 2.30PM & 7.30PM
SUN 27 MON 28 TUE 29 WED 30
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 7.30PM P
THU 31
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 7.30PM
JUNE FRI 1
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 7.30PM
SAT 2
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 7.30PM
DRAMA CLASSES Drama Classes for kids, teenagers and adults. See p18-21.
SUN 3 MON 4 TUE 5
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 7.30PM
WED 6
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 7.30PM A S D
THU 7
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 7.30PM C
FRI 8
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 7.30PM
SAT 9
KRAPP’S LAST TAPE & FOOTFALLS 2.30PM & 7.30PM
SUN 10
P PREVIEW A AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE D discussion
MON 11
S SIGNED PERFORMANCE
TUE 12
W WORKSHOP
WED 13
C CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE
Drama classes We run drama classes for kids and teenagers (4-18 year olds) every weekend.
Drama increases self-confidence and social skills, encourages children to use their creativity and imagination, plus it’s lots of fun!
Spring Term
14 January – 18 March (8 sessions) No sessions on 4/5 and 11/12 February
Summer Term
Sat 21 April – Sun 24 June (8 sessions) No sessions on 5/6 May and 2/3 June COST £44 (£5.50 per child per session, paid in advance)
CLASSES & TIMES KIDS @ CITZ
TEENAGERS @ CITZ
4-12 years
13-18 years
Saturdays 4-5 years
10.30-11.30am & 2-3pm
Saturdays 13-15 years 3.45-5.15pm
6-8 years 11.45am-12.45pm, 3.15-4.15pm & 3.45-5pm
Sundays 13-15 years 4-5.30pm
9-12 years 2-3.30pm
Sundays 16-18 years 12noon-1.30pm
Sundays 4-5 years
12 noon-1pm & 3-4pm
6-8 years 1.30-2.30pm, 2-3.15pm & 4.30-5.30pm 9-10 years 2-3.30pm 11-12 years 4-5.30pm 9-12 years 12 noon-1.30pm
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Our café bar is open throughout the day and free newspapers are provided. The theatre also has a free car park and free WiFi available.
HOW TO BOOK
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EASTER ACADEMY An action packed drama week during the spring break. Courses available for: 6-8 years: 9am-3pm | 9-12 years: 9am-3pm 13-16 years: 10am-4pm All courses run Tue 10 – Sat 14 April Cost: £95 (£80 concession)
SUMMER ACADEMY Our popular Summer Academy is back for its fifth year! Courses available for: 1 WEEK COURSES 4-5 years Mon 9 – Fri 13 July 10am-12noon or 1-3pm 6-8 years Mon 2 – Sat 7 July, 9am-3pm Mon 9 – Sat 14 July, 9am-3pm Cost: 4-5 years £60 (£50 conc) 6-8 years £95 (£80 conc) 2 WEEK COURSES 6-8 years Mon 16 – Sat 28 July, 9am-3pm 9-12 years Mon 2 – Sat 14 July, 9am-3pm Mon 16 – Sat 28 July, 9am-3pm 13-16 years Mon 16 – Sat 28 July, 10am-4pm Cost: £190 (£160 conc) Deposit required. Limited concession places available.
ARTS & CRAFTS DROP-IN 3-5pm | 6-12 years | £4 per day Available every day during Easter and Summer Academy.
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NIGHTSCHOOL ACTING CLASSES FOR ADULTS
A fun and informal introduction to acting skills for adults who want to try their hand at performing. Whether you are a complete beginner or want to develop your performance technique, we have a course to suit you. LEVEL 1 BEGINNERS Tuesdays 6-8pm Spring Term: 17 Jan – 13 Mar Summer Term: 3 Apr – 29 May
LEVEL 4 ADVANCED 2 Mondays 8-10pm Spring Term: 16 Jan – 12 Mar Summer Term: 2 Apr – 25 Jun
LEVEL 2 INTERMEDIATE Mondays 6-8pm Spring Term: 16 Jan – 12 Mar Summer Term: 2 Apr – 25 Jun
A more specialist course, working with a smaller group of participants to create an informal group performance. This course will suit those who have completed Level 3 or have previous drama experience.
LEVEL 3 ADVANCED 1 Tuesdays 8-10pm Spring Term: 17 Jan – 13 Mar Summer Term: 3 Apr – 29 May
COST Levels 1 – 3: £75 (£55 concession) Level 4: £100 (£80 concession)
Levels 1, 2 & 3 participants explore a variety of classic and contemporary texts from past, present and future Citizens Theatre productions. All levels work towards an informal performance at the end of the course.
“ A very positive, exciting and exhilarating experience.” Participant
“ Enjoyed all classes. The two hours flew by.” Participant
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All courses are 9 sessions paid in one installment. No sessions on public holidays: 9 April, 7 May, 28 May, 4 June Call the Box Office now to book a place on 0141 429 0022.
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OFF THE PAGE PLAY READING SESSIONS
Informal and sociable meetings aimed at those who are young at heart and mature in years! Give voice to the characters from the comfort of your seat, talk about the story and share your opinion of it.
Spring TERM Reading Harold Pinter’s Betrayal 18 Jan – 22 Feb SUMMER TERM Reading Ronald Harwood’s The Dresser 25 April – 30 May No advance reading required – enjoy reading the play together each week. The group meet weekly on a Wednesday 2-4pm, Dress Circle Foyer Cost: £30 per term (6 sessions) Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. “ It was something completely different for me to try...informative, interesting, friendly, thought-provoking and fun!” Participant
DANCE SCHOOL OF SCOTLAND Students of the Musical Theatre course make their annual return to the Citizens. Features a large cast accompanied by a professional orchestra. 2012 show to be announced. On sale March 2012. Main Theatre Wed 20 – Sat 23 June, 7.30pm Tickets £12 full price, £8 concessions
SUPPORT US Great theatre enriches lives Drama enables social change Everyone can play a part Each year in addition to the valuable income we generate from ticket sales and receive in grants from our core funders, Creative Scotland and Glasgow City Council, we raise substantial sums from the private sector and from you, our supporters. Alongside seeking support for our work on stage, we reinvest in the communities around us by delivering participation projects all year round. You will find us at work in local schools, in prisons, homeless hostels and drug rehabilitation centres, working with a range of key regional and national organisations and using theatre to tackle a range of issues affecting our society. The Citizens Theatre is a registered charity and in the face of cuts to Arts funding we are increasingly reliant on the generous support from our audiences.
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MAKE A DONATION You can make a donation of any size online, over the phone or in person at Box Office. SEAT RESTORATION FUND DEDICATE A SEAT - ÂŁ500 Dedicate a seat and help us restore our Victorian auditorium to its former glory. Mark a special occasion or remember a loved one. We can help organise an event to mark your donation. MAJOR GIFTS - GET CLOSER Consider making a donation of more than ÂŁ500 to support the work of the Citizens Theatre and get closer to the creative team and the theatre-making process. Contact us to find out more about the opportunities available. For more information on supporting us: Melanie Aram Head of Development 0141 418 6240 | melanie@citz.co.uk
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SUPPORTING CITIZENS
Arts & Business Scotland Awards 2011
We would like to invite you to join a growing number of Citizens who support us.
Community Partnership Award Winners! We were delighted to be awarded the top prize for a Community Partnership at the Arts & Business Scotland Awards.
You’ll be in good company. Our thanks to: SPONSORS Auchentoshan Single Malt Whisky Glasgow Dine Around Glasgow Restaurant Association Scott & Co
The Community Award was given for the theatre’s innovative partnership with Scott+Co who generously supported the Citizens Community Company production of The Grapes of Wrath. The project was recognised for encouraging meaningful community engagement with the arts.
Leading Artists Black Light Milne Craig Ltd Two Fat Ladies Cast The Belhaven Brewery Company Ltd Cookie Restaurant David & Fiona Scott Db Houston Leyton Consulting McConechy’s Tyre Service Ltd Merkland Tank Ltd Root Creative Ltd Scottish Council for Development and Industry Virgin Trains The Citizens Theatre is grateful for the support received from a number of charitable trusts and foundations. For details please visit the support section of our website. CORPORATE TRAINING We offer a range of training courses and can create bespoke packages to meet your needs. See citz.co.uk for more information.
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ACCESS TO THE CITIZENS
If you would like more information on any of the services detailed below or would like to give us feedback about your experience at the theatre please call our Box Office or email access@citz.co.uk GUIDE DOGS ARE WELCOME WHEELCHAIR ACCESS Available in the Main Auditorium and in our Circle Studio. Look for the symbol on our seating plan. Adapted toilet available. Ramp access available in the lower foyer. Lift to Circle Studio available.
A AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCES Visually impaired attenders can listen to a description around the dialogue of a performance. Touch Tours available if booked in advance. Headsets available from Box Office. Betrayal Wed 14 March, 7.30pm King Lear Wed 2 May, 7.30pm Krapp’s Last Tape & Footfalls Wed 6 June, 7.30pm
S SIGNED PERFORMANCES British Sign Language theatre interpreter on stage. Betrayal Wed 14 March, 7.30pm King Lear Wed 2 May, 7.30pm Krapp’s Last Tape & Footfalls Wed 6 June, 7.30pm
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C CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES Converts dialogue and sound effects to text that displays on a screen as the action happens. Betrayal Fri 23 March, 7.30pm King Lear Thu 10 May, 7.30pm Krapp’s Last Tape & Footfalls Thu 7 June, 7.30pm CAR PARK Free parking adjacent to the Theatre. Level access to theatre building and foyer. Marked bays for disabled and parent and child. Enter via Crown Street & Laurieston Road. HOW TO FIND US Citizens Theatre 119 Gorbals Street Glasgow G5 9DS Subway: Bridge Street (5 mins walk from theatre) Buses: 5, 7, 7A, 12, 20, 66, 75, N75, 166 & 267 (to front door of theatre) Train: Queen Street & Central Station 15 min walk; Argyle Street 10 min walk Car Park: FREE. Adjacent to theatre building.
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HIRE THE CITIZENS Our beautiful Victorian theatre is the perfect location to host events and entertaining and we also offer rehearsal room space for hire. We can support your visit with technical expertise from our backstage team. Foyer Hire Join the nautch girls, elephants and muses in the iconic surroundings of our intimate foyer. Events in the foyer can hold up to 200 people or if you prefer a smaller scale event we can host up to 60 in the Dress Circle Bar which can be kept private for pre or post show entertaining.
Rehearsal Room Hire We have three rehearsal rooms available for hire: Main rehearsal room 15m x 12m Circle rehearsal room 10m x 9m Stalls rehearsal room 9m x 7m Virtual tours of all performance and rehearsal spaces are available on our website.
“ everyone was willing to go the extra mile to make our event a success… a wonderful venue and a very special place in the city.” Glasgow Restaurant Association
With a busy year round programme of theatre and drama classes, early booking is recommended! For availability and prices contact: Lesley Davidson Head of Operations 0141 418 6231 | lesley@citz.co.uk
BOOKING YOUR TICKETS By phone – 0141 429 0022 Online – citz.co.uk
MAIN THEATRE SEATING PLAN
Previews
£6
£6
£6
Tuesday
£10
£10
£10
Wednesday & Thursday
£15.50
£14
£12
Matinees
£15.50
£14
£12
£19
£17.50
£14
Friday & Saturday
26 | 27
III Restricted view
*Please note exceptions apply
PRICE BAND* I II Best seats Good View
box office
0141 429 0022
citz.co.uk
CONCESSIONS
50P TICKETS!
Apply to all performances except Previews and Tuesdays. Proof of eligibility required. SENIOR CITIZENS £3 off full price tickets Matinees: £8, all seats DISABLED £3 off full price tickets + companion comes free Matinees: £8, all seats EQUITY, SCOTTISH SOCIETY OF PLAYWRIGHTS, BECTU & MUSICIANS UNION CARD-HOLDERS £3 off full price tickets STUDENTS & CHILDREN £8 all seats UNEMPLOYED & GORBALS CARD £2 all seats
GROUP BOOKINGS SCHOOL & STUDENT GROUPS All teacher and pupil tickets £8 + 1 free with every 10 tickets purchased. ADULT GROUPS Buy 10 or more tickets and get £2.50 off each ticket + 1 free with every 10 booked
LATECOMERS Due to the nature of the performance space, there is no late admittance to the Studios under any circumstances. Latecomers may be admitted to the Main Theatre if there is a suitable break in the performance. BOOKING FEES There is a £1.50 transaction fee applied to online sales. There are no booking fees charged for in person or telephone sales. We charge 50p postage. All concessions and discounts are subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Terms and conditions apply. 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.
10 tickets per performance 10 performances of each show On sale at 10am on: Sat 25 February for Betrayal Sat 14 April for King Lear Sat 26 May for Krapp’s Last Tape & Footfalls All tickets must be bought in person at the theatre. Cash only. No reservations. Allocated price band II seats. 2 tickets per person. Terms & conditions apply.
THE CLASSIC PASS Betrayal, King Lear and Krapp’s Last Tape & Footfalls Premium Pass (Fri/Sat): £48 Senior Premium Pass (Fri/Sat): £42 Standard Pass (Wed/Thu): £39 Senior Standard Pass (Wed/Thu): £33 Applies to best available price band I and II seats, Wed–Sat performances, excluding previews and matinees. Terms & conditions apply.
SEAT RESTORATION FUND Up to £1 of every ticket sold will be invested in the Seat Restoration Fund.
OPENING HOURS The Box Office is open 10am-6pm, Mon to Sat and to 8pm on performance evenings. METHODS OF PAYMENT We accept payment by cash, cheque, Mastercard, Maestro and Visa. Please make cheques payable to Citizens Theatre Limited. PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY ID required for all concession sales. Unemployed concession applies to those in receipt of Job Seeker’s Allowance, Incapacity Benefit, Income Support or Employment Support Allowance only. Gorbals Card requires two proofs of G5 address (ie utility bill).
ARTWORK from the ARCHIVES
New
merchandise range!
Take a piece of theatre history home after the show. • A new collection featuring iconic images from our vintage poster archive. • Choose from a range of posters, postcards, mugs and bags. • Available to buy online and in the foyer during performances. • All proceeds will be donated to the Seat Restoration Fund.
We need your help to restore our Victorian auditorium to its former glory. We want you to be sitting comfortably for every show. They are many ways you can donate: • Add a donation to your ticket purchase. • Dedicate a seat for £500. • Use our foyer donation boxes on your next visit. • Buy from our new merchandise collection. Thank you for your generosity.
design: Freight 0141 552 5303 Photography: Helen Black, Richard Campbell, Mark Hamilton, Tommy Ga-Ken Wan, Eamonn McGoldrick Tim Morozzo and Johan Persson.