Curve | Summer - Autumn 2023 Brochure

SUMMER – AUTUMN 2023

TO SUMMER AT

Our big summer show 42nd Street is full steam ahead tapping its way across our stage and promises to be one of the highlights of the year. Jonathan Church is one of our leading directors and his production of Singin’ In The Rain has been seen across the globe – he has already weaved his magic on 42nd Street, with a first-class company, led by musical theatre royalty Ruthie Henshall, Adam Garcia, Josefina Gabrielle, Nicole-Lily Baisden, Sam Lips and Les Dennis. Rob Jones' designs are sublime (think epic 1930s Deco glamour to rival our neighbours over at Athena!), whilst Bill Deamer is literally tapping up a storm that will send you time-stepping through the streets of Leicester after the show, giddy with the sheer spectacle of it all. Be sure to book your tickets before 42nd Street taps down to London and onto the Sadler's Wells stage, where it joins our other Made at Curve shows; The Wizard Of Oz at the Palladium, and Grease at the Dominion. Our relationship with De Montfort University continues to flourish and as part of this relationship, each year we present a production with the university's BA Hons Drama students. This year Cara Nolan directs Jim Cartwright’s beautiful play, Road. Usually performed by two actors, Cara has reimagined this classic play for a much larger cast, who bring the play to life brilliantly, with flair and imagination.

Unexpected Twist takes Dickens’ famous story of the boy who always ask for more and gives it a thrilling 21st century makeover. Beatboxing, hip-hop music, choreography and terrifically inventive storytelling combine to celebrate Dickens’ great novel afresh. It’s fun, fresh and a joyous night of theatre for all ages.

It’s always a joy to welcome Matthew Bourne to Leicester and especially with his returning triumph, Romeo and Juliet. Matthew has assembled an incomparable group of young dancers to bring his thrilling account of this story to life once again.

As well as the familiar musical titles, it’s vital we all support the next generation of musical theatre talent and we are excited to be involved in two new musicals – Ride and The Book Thief – both visiting Curve this year. Ride is a new musical by Freya Catrin Smith and Jack Williams and is set in the late 1800s, telling the exhilarating story of Annie Londonderry, who sets herself the challenge of cycling across the world. It’s a fascinating story told with panache. The Book Thief originated at the fantastic Octagon Theatre in Bolton. Seen on stage for the very first time in a world premiere new musical based on Markus Zusak‘s global best-selling novel, The Book Thief is adapted by award-winning bestselling author Jodi Picoult (My Sister’s Keeper) and Timothy Allen McDonald (adaptor of Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka and James And The Giant Peach) with music and lyrics by Kate Anderson and Elyssa Samsel (Olaf’s Frozen Adventure).

Curve on the Square was born out of lockdown and wanting to make theatre for you when we couldn’t come together indoors. It turned out to be a huge success, with thousands of people enjoying free performances by local artists on Orton Square. We are thrilled to bring back this free event, with performances by our stunningly talented local artists to the Square this summer. Grab a pint, some sunshine* and let us entertain you in a relaxed, informal and free-to-everyone event. (*Sunshine not guaranteed – but fun most certainly is!)

We’re pleased to welcome National Youth Music Theatre back to Curve over the summer, when they present Kiss Me Kate alongside a new musical, The Boy Who Sailed The Ocean In An Armchair. A few years ago NYMT presented Sweet Charity here at Curve – leading that show was our future The Wizard Of Oz star Georgina Onuorah – so by supporting these talented young people you’re not only supporting the next generation of performers, but might witness a star being born!

It’s been a long winter and we are all thrilled to see a bit of sunshine and share some sunny new shows with you.

#DidYouKnow

£10 tickets are available on all shows at Curve!*

As a registered charity (no. 230708) with a commitment to making theatre accessible to all, we have a number of £10 tickets available for all shows when they are placed on sale.

To find out more about our £10 tickets and discounts, check out the individual show pages on our website at curveonline.co.uk or call the Box Office on 0116 242 3595.

*Prices and discounts are subject to change and can be amended or removed at any time. For ticket pricing, discounts and full terms and conditions please see individual show pages at curveonline.co.uk

There are a sprinkling of concerts and one off comedy performances across the months ahead. One of the highlights we are looking forward to is acclaimed music superstar Nitin Sawhney, who visits Leicester as part of his national concert tour.

Casting and preparations for our big Christmas musical, Evita are shaping up nicely. Joining our team is Hollywood choreographer, Adam Murray. Adam started his career working on the musical Wicked and has since helped bring to life films like Rocketman and Cruella excited to welcome Adam to Curve, working alongside an exciting cast and production team, bringing to life Andrew Lloyd Webber Rice’s landmark show in this brand new production.

As ever, we look forward to welcoming you to Curve and thank you for your continued support during these times of continued turbulence!

Chris Stafford Chief Executive

Nikolai Foster Artistic Director

Photograph by Ellie Kurttz

WED 17 MAY – SAT 3 JUN • THEATRE

It’s big, it’s bright, it’s a brand-spanking new Made at Curve co-production of ‘the original showbiz musical,’ 42nd Street!

Jonathan Church (Singin’ In The Rain, The Drifters Girl) directs the iconic song-and-dance spectacular featuring a hit parade of toe-tapping songs including 42nd Street, We’re In The Money, Lullaby Of Broadway, Shuffle Off To Buffalo, and I Only Have Eyes For You

Choreographed and designed by Olivier Award winners Bill Deamer and Rob Jones, 42nd Street is a timeless and inspiring showbiz fairy tale that combines breath-taking tap dance routines, backstage intrigue, classic romance and delightful comedy to dazzling effect. It’s simply irresistible!

Fresh off the bus from small-town America, young and beautiful Peggy Sawyer arrives in New York City dreaming of her name in lights. She quickly catches the eye of a big-time director and lands a spot in the chorus line of Broadway’s newest show and when the leading lady gets injured, Peggy gets her shot at stardom.

With a star cast that includes Ruthie Henshall, Adam Garcia, Josefina Gabrielle and Les Dennis, as well as Nicole-Lily Baisden (Anything Goes) as Peggy Sawyer, 42nd Street is a larger-than-life, massively entertaining celebration of musicals and the irrepressible energy of Broadway that's guaranteed to lift anyone's spirits. Don’t miss it!

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Tue 23 7pm, Sat 20, Thu 25, Sat 27, Thu 1 and Sun 3 2.15pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS* From £25 15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

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Adam Garcia

Ruthie Henshall Josefina Gabrielle

Nicole-Lily Baisden

Les Dennis

THU 18 – SAT 20 MAY • STUDIO THEATRE

Our annual Made at Curve and De Montfort University co-production returns to the stage with Jim Cartwright’s seminal state-of-the-nation play, Road, directed by Cara Nolan.

‘I feel like England’s forcing the brain out me head.’

On an unnamed northern road in eighties Britain, the inhabitants are stirring. The Prime Minister has forgotten them, unemployment is rife, and the country is on its knees. But the bar is open.

Poignant, funny and poetic, Road is a portrayal of ordinary people’s lives set against the backdrop of a nation divided. Join an ensemble cast of DMU BA Hons Drama students who will be asking the question, ‘Why’s the world so tough? It’s like walking through meat in high heels.’

Age guidance: 16+ Contains strong language, with scenes and themes of an adult nature. Running time: 2hrs 30mins, including a 20min interval.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.45pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.45pm

TICKETS*

From £10

15% off for Members

This amateur production of “Road” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

By Alice Christina-Corrigan

FRI 26 MAY • RR2

From gym to art classes, vibrant clubs to dingy flats, Past Life catapults through a dynamic story of Kiera’s life in a punchy, accessible and energetic one person show.

A genre-bending exploration of trauma and recovery, Past Life follows Kiera as she revisits a life she thought she missed. But can you reopen a wound without hurting yourself again?

Supported by Arts Council England, The Lowry, Extant Theatre, Hull Truck, Curve, Camden People’s Theatre, The Unity and Carmen Collective

Age guidance: 16+ Contains strong language, with scenes and themes of an adult nature. Contains themes of sexual assault, abuse and mental health, discussion of suicide and moments of loud music.

PERFORMANCE TIME

8pm

TICKETS*

£10

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

A comedy, dance, and theatre show about the fragility that makes us human.

FAce Saving

DIRECTED BY SI RAWLINSON

FRI 26 – SAT 27 MAY STUDIO THEATRE

A comedy and dance theatre show about four office colleagues hiding in plain sight, discovering what happens when buried things come up for air. Featuring award-winning dancers, the show uses interdisciplinary theatre to push the boundaries of storytelling, mixing hip hop and contemporary dance, dialogue and physical theatre, finding humour and comfort in the things that make us human.

Produced by Kakilang, commissioned by Curve and The Place

Age guidance: 12+ This performance contains moderate adult themes of illness and relationships.

Running time: 60mins, no interval.

PERFORMANCE TIME

7.45pm

TICKETS*

From £10 15% off for Members

BRIGHT. YOUNG. THINGS.

TOMORROW'S HISTORY

TICKETS*

£12 • 15% off for Members

TICKETS*

£12 • 15% off for Members

Written by Lewis Carroll

This amateur production of Bright. Young. Things. is presented by arrangement with Nick Hern Books. www.nickhernbooks.co.uk

This amateur production of Alice In Wonderland is presented by arrangement with Kathryn Schultz Miller, ArtReach Children’s Theatre Plays. www.ChildrensTheatrePlays.com

BEST AVAILABLE TICKETS NOW £15

WED 7 – SAT 10 JUN • THEATRE

Unexpected Twist is the re-telling of the Charles Dickens classic, Oliver Twist, by one of the best-loved figures in the children’s book world, Michael Rosen. Combining two stories in one; Rosen's story and the Dickens classic that inspired it, watch as the two tales twist together, unexpectedly!

Shona and her class are studying the book, Oliver Twist. She’s the new girl in school and is finding it hard to stay out of trouble – much like Oliver himself! When she’s given a new phone by a stranger, she begins to suspect there’s something unusual about the new boys she’s met.

This thrilling production is brought to vivid life by The Children’s Theatre

Partnership.

Age guidance: 8+

Running time: 2hrs 20mins

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Wed, Thu, & Sat 2pm & 7pm Fri 7pm

TICKETS*

From £15

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

TUE 13 – SUN 18 JUN • THEATRE

Winner of the 2022 Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’, the 2022 WhatsOnStage Award for ‘Best West End Show’ and a Gold-Disk winning album, this sell-out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (New York Times).

Age guidance: 10+. This performance contains flashing lights, strobe effects, theatrical haze and loud music.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

8pm, Fri 6pm & 8.30pm, Sat 4pm & 8pm, Sun 2pm

TICKETS*

From £33 15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE

Sidekick Dance and the Leicester and Leicestershire Special Schools present: Return To The Dancefloor

TUE 20 JUN • THEATRE

PERFORMANCE TIMES 12.30pm & 7pm

TICKETS From £6 15% off for Members

Connecting Cultures: A Moving Together Showcase

THU 29 JUN • STUDIO THEATRE

PERFORMANCE TIMES 4pm & 6.15pm

TICKETS* £5 15% off for Members

Collaboration: A Moving Together Showcase

SUN 2 JUL • STUDIO THEATRE

PERFORMANCE TIMES 4pm & 6.15pm

TICKETS* £12 15% off for Members

Photography: Johan Persson from the 2019 production

MON 3 – SAT 8 JUL • THEATRE

Matthew Bourne’s Romeo and Juliet gives Shakespeare’s timeless story of forbidden love a scintillating injection of raw passion and youthful vitality. Confined against their will by a society that seeks to divide, our two young lovers must follow their hearts as they risk everything to be together.

A masterful re-telling of an ageless tale of teenage discovery and the madness of first love, Romeo and Juliet garnered universal critical acclaim when it premiered in 2019, and now returns to the New Adventures repertoire alongside the very best of Bourne’s world renowned dance theatre productions.

Age guidance: 14+

This production contains loud sound effects including a gun shot and has flashing lights in sections (not strobe). The production contains scenes of a disturbing and a sexual nature, including stabbing and strangulation.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.15pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS*

From £28.50

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

DIRECTED BY SARAH MEADOWS, PRODUCED BY DEM PRODUCTIONS & CURVE

WHATSONSTAGE

FRI 7 – SAT 15 JUL • STUDIO THEATRE

The extraordinary story of the first woman to cycle around the world. Multi-award-winning new musical Ride launches at Curve in a “sublime, pitch-perfect production” (WhatsOnStage) with a “stunning original score” (EverythingTheatre) following its critically acclaimed, sell out run in London last year.

It’s 1894 and as the bicycle is sweeping change across America, Annie Londonderry finds herself with a wager to settle: can a woman cycle across the world? With only 15 months to make the trek across four continents, she quickly finds herself involved in more than she bargained for. From moneymaking masquerades as a Harvard professor to hunting tigers with German royalty, Annie spins the media into a frenzy with tales of her thrilling escapades. But with time running out and press coverage spiralling, she soon discovers that no matter how far she rides, the secrets of her past will always catch up with her.

Join Annie on the journey of a lifetime in the smash-hit musical about adventure, determination, and rewriting your narrative. Liv Andrusier, Off West End Award winner for her “barnstorming performance” (The Stage) as Annie Londonderry, returns to the saddle in this five-star production that “ticks literally all of the boxes” (Musical Theatre Musings).

Age guidance: 10+ Show warnings include: flashing lights. Trigger warnings include: mild references to racism, anti-Semitism, sexism. Running time: 90mins, no interval.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.45pm, Thu 7.30pm Sat 2.30pm & 7.45pm

TICKETS*

From £10 15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

Original Cast: Liv Andrusier and Yuki Sutton photographed by Danny Kaan

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“One of the best musicals this year”

THE SPY IN THE STALLS

“Get on your bike and go!”

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“A sublime, pitchperfect production”

THE TIMES

TUE 11 – SAT 15 JUL • THEATRE

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and has become the hottest star on Broadway? Spongebob Squarepants!

Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show!

Starring Celebs Go Dating star Tom Read Wilson and RuPaul’s Drag Race legend Divina De Campo, experience this exciting new musical with irresistible characters, magical choreography and dazzling costumes.

The Spongebob Musical features a tidal wave of original songs by the world’s most iconic rock and pop artists and is a hilarious deep-sea pearl of a show set to make a splash with audiences young and old as the mustsee musical of 2023.

Age guidance: 5+

Running time: 1hr 10mins, including a 20min interval.

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“It’s shore to be a winner!”

WHATSONSTAGE

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7pm, Wed 2pm & 7pm Sat 2.15pm & 7pm

TICKETS*

From £15 15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

“hysterically loopy charm... I’m hooked”

Photography: Mark Senior

TUE 18 – SAT 22 JUL • THEATRE

Following on from five hit stage shows and the new acclaimed ITV series, Grace, the work of best selling author, Peter James, returns to Curve with the world premiere stage adaption of Wish You Were Dead

An all-star cast includes Katie McGlynn, best known for her award-winning time on Coronation Street, George Rainsford, who returns to the stage after eight years as Ethan Hardy in BBC One’s Casualty and Clive Mantle, much loved for many roles including Casualty, Game Of Thrones and the iconic ‘puddle’ scene in The Vicar Of Dibley.

When Detective Superintendent Roy Grace and Cleo Morey take their first holiday together, Cleo hopes that she will finally get Grace to herself for a few days and away from his crime solving exploits. But their dream escape turns out to be the holiday from hell, as the past comes back to haunt them.

Adapted exclusively for the stage, Wish You Were Dead is the next thrilling instalment of the most successful modern day crime stage franchise, since Agatha Christie.

Age guidance: 13+

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Wed & Sat 2.15pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS* From £22

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

SUN 23 JUL • THEATRE

Inspirate and Curve are excited to bring Nitin Sawhney to Leicester, celebrating his latest album Immigrants

Immigrants is a unique celebration of immigrants around the world, showcasing works inspired and contributed by artists who either identify themselves as immigrants, are from immigrant heritage or wish to express support for those international immigrants who have found themselves judged or disadvantaged by pure accident of birth. Immigrants will showcase Sawhney in inimitable collaborations with fellow artists as he deftly redefines our perception of identity through the universal language of music.

Running time: 90mins

PERFORMANCE TIME

6pm TICKETS*

From £27 15% off for Members

This event is part of Inspirate’s flagship festival

An Indian Summer, celebrating the shared culture between South Asia and the UK. On Sunday 23 Jul, as part of our festival weekend, we’ll be bringing our unique and contemporary blend of South Asian culture and arts to Curve Theatre and Orton Square.

To find out more about An Indian Summer, visit www.indiansummer.org.uk

Produced by

Written and performed by Chandni Mistry

Directed by Jake Leonard

SUN 23 JUL • STUDIO THEATRE

Diya thinks her roti is yuck! She’d rather eat pizza! Her grandad, Dada, tells her that his mother’s, mother’s, mother flipped her roti too high and it landed in the sky. That the moon is a roti! She’s heard that story a million times.

Diya still doesn’t believe him but this time she sets out to find out more about the moon. She meets some charming new animal friends on the way and learns a lot about tolerating other people’s thoughts.

The show is interactive with lots of sounds and actions, including a physical and vocal warm up. Age guidance: 5+

PERFORMANCE TIME

11am

TICKETS* £10

MON 31 JUL – SAT 5 AUG STUDIO THEATRE

Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Don’t miss this stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised!

Suitable for children aged 3+.

Running time: Approx 55mins, no interval.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

11am & 2pm, Mon 2pm

TICKETS* From £15

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 6 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

TUE 1 – SAT 5 AUG • THEATRE

La Bamba! is an explosive new musical featuring breath-taking choreography from Strictly Come Dancing favourite and Italian Latin champion, Graziano Di Prima

Like her hero, Ritchie Valens, Sofia has music in her blood. Her dream is to follow in Ritchie’s footsteps. To mix the music from her roots with the music in her heart and bring together a community that has never felt more divided. As she sets out to complete the tour that Ritchie never could, Sofia will discover that whilst talent makes you a star, it’s fate that can make you a legend.

Inspired by the unbelievable life and legacy of Rock ‘n’ Roll legend Ritchie Valens, and featuring some of the most iconic songs of all time, La Bamba! is a jaw-dropping new musical that mixes Latin, R&B and timeless rock and pop to tell the ultimate feel-good story of a young girl with a big voice, big dreams and an even bigger heart. A story of passion and pride and the discovery that every journey starts with one single step.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Thu 3 & Sat 5 2.15pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS*

From £25 15% off for Members

WED 9 – SAT 12 AUG • STUDIO THEATRE

Egotistical leading man, director, and producer Fred Graham is reunited with his ex-wife, Lilli Vanessi, when the two are forced to play opposite one another in a new production of Shakespeare’s Taming Of The Shrew

The battle of the sexes continues onstage and off, as it becomes clear that, as much as this couple profess to hate each other, they are also still in love. Throw in a number of cases of mistaken identity, the mob, and comedic routines into the mix and you get Kiss Me, Kate – a dazzling Broadway classic that earned the very first Tony award for Best Musical.

Kiss Me, Kate boasts a sparkling Cole Porter score and a brilliant book from Sam and Bella Spewack

Running time: 2hrs 35mins, including a 20min interval.

Music and Lyrics by COLE PORTER

Book by SAM & BELLA SPEWACK

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7pm, Fri & Sat 2pm & 7pm

TICKETS* From £10 15% off for Members

Critical Edition by David Charles Abell and Seann Alderking

This amateur production of KISS ME, KATE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

LEARN, TAKE PART, CREATE

YOUNG PEOPLE

CURVE YOUNG COMMUNITY COMPANIES (CYCC)

We run weekly, low cost classes in Acting, Dance, Musical Theatre and Kids Companies. Taster workshops will be held in August for classes starting in September 2023.

If you are interested in joining, fill in an expression of interest form here www.curveonline.co.uk/ get-involved/join-cyc/curve-young-company/ or email CYCC@curvetheatre.co.uk

Bursary places are also available.

FAMILIES LITTLE CURVE WORKSHOPS

We’d love to welcome you and your little ones to our weekly creative sessions. Together we will explore magical, colourful storytelling, creative dance, music and movement – and learn some Makaton! Suitable for children 18 months to 4 years and their grown-ups. Every Tuesday, 10.15am – 11.15am during term time.

£3 per family group, per session

CQ EARLIES FREE FAMILY WORKSHOPS

Join us on the second Saturday of each month for a fun-filled workshop, led by experienced artists and recommended for children aged 5-11. Free to all but booking is recommended. www.curveonline.co.uk/ whats-on/workshops/cq-earlies/

COMMUNITIES

COMMUNITY COMPANY 18+

Our Curve Community Company is for anyone over the age of 18 interested in developing their skills as an actor in a fun and creative environment. No previous experience is necessary, just a passion for performing arts.

Participants will meet one evening a week over the course of eight weeks with the opportunity to perform in the final session.

The sessions will cover all aspects of actor training, including voice, physicality, script work, the actor's process, building a character and audition technique. Look out for the company performing at this Summer's Curve On The Square and online for more information about joining the next company from Autumn 2023.

COMMUNITY-BASED WORKSHOPS

We run free, dance-based workshops in the community for elders and local people based in our hub areas. If you are a community partner based in St. Matthews, Highfields, Saffron, Braunstone, Evington or New Parks, get in touch to find out more about our hub partnerships programme.

COMMUNITY FESTIVALS

This Summer, join us for four days of live performances at our free outdoor festival on Orton Square and inside Curve:

• An Indian Summer (Sun 23 Jul)

• Curve On The Square (Fri 11, Sat 12 and Sun 13 Aug)

AND ENGAGE WITH CURVE SCHOOLS

& COLLEGES

We have a range of fantastic offers for creative learning for Nursery, Primary, Secondary, Further Education and Higher Education levels, special educational settings and alternative education provision.

EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS AND FREE RESOURCES

We offer backstage, creative, skills-based, careers and curriculum-based workshops, as well as free education packs for every Made at Curve show.

See our Theatre Days offer, popular with schools, on page 24.

FOR TEACHERS

Join our Teacher's Network for special opportunities, including access to rehearsals and discounted tickets, as well as Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions led by industry professionals.

ARTS AWARDS

Interested in creative arts qualifications for young people? We are proud to be an Artsmark Partner Organisation and offer Arts Award provision in both school and community settings.

CITY HUB SCHOOLS

If you are a school based in St Matthews, Highfields, Saffron, Braunstone, Evington or New Parks, get in touch to find out more about our hub partnerships programme.

Get in touch by emailing learning@curvetheatre.co.uk or call and ask for the Creative Programmes team on 0116 242 3560.

ARTISTS

Leicester and the Midlands are thriving with artists and creativity. We are here to support artists at all levels through coaching, networking and artist development programmes.

We are committed to supporting and developing the professional practice of creatives, theatremakers, practitioners and artists who live in or are originally from the midlands. Led by our Artistic Director and Creative Programmes team, we are particularly interested in working with artists who make work in Leicestershire and want to develop meaningful performances and projects with our local communities and audiences.

We work with artists who are early-career and leaving education right up to those who are established and experienced professionals. We understand that every artist’s career is unique and that there are very few set career-paths and so we avoid using age as a determining factor for our opportunities (unless where there is specific funding criteria to support an opportunity). Below are some of the opportunities we have available.

FIRST FRIDAYS

Every First Friday of the month there will be 1to1s with a member of the Curve team open to local artists and companies who want to talk to us. Each slot will be for 30 minutes on Teams or Zoom and is available to book through our website via the ‘What’s on’ page.

Our only request for this time is that it is useful to you. You could use it to:

• Introduce yourself and your work to us

• Get feedback on a script or idea

• Ask questions about the industry or careers

• Talk to us about the experience of being freelance and how we can improve things for the sector

It is a really great opportunity for us to get to know you and your work so book a place and we will see you there!

To get in touch with us, email learning@curvetheatre.co.uk or artistdevelopment@curvetheatre.co.uk

CURVE CONNECT

Curve Connect is our membership and network scheme open to any professional artist or practitioner in or from the Midlands. It is free and requires filling out a form so that we get to know you a little and so we can report on statistics which hold us accountable to funders. Curve Connect offers the following:

• Monthly newsletter

• Artist development opportunities and offers at Curve and from our partners

• Discounted theatre tickets

• Quarterly networking events

• Professional Development Workshops

• Access to space in the building when available

• 1-to-1 meetings with relevant staff

• Opportunities to observe rehearsals

• Artist Development and social events

To apply you must live in or be from the Midlands or make work in Leicestershire and consider yourself to be a professional artist.

To find out more and get involved, visit www.curveonline.co.uk and click ARTISTS or email artistdevelopment@curvetheatre.co.uk

THEATRE DAYS

These two-hour, behind-the-scenes sessions offer a very unique opportunity to learn more about the theatre making process at Curve.

• Learn about the rehearsal process and performance skills from the actors

• Watch technical demonstrations using sound, light and scenery to see how effects are created on stage

• Listen to interviews and Q&As with key members of the production team

Theatre Day tickets are £8 per individual or £5 per person for members, community and educational groups. All Theatre Day events can be followed by a matinee performance.

42nd STREET THEATRE DAY

WED 25 MAY , 10am – 12pm

METAMORPHOSIS THEATRE DAY

WED 20 SEP , 10am – 12pm

THE BOOK THIEF THEATRE DAY

WED 11 OCT , 10am – 12pm

EVITA THEATRE DAY

WED 7 DEC , 10am – 12pm

To book, visit www.curveonline.co.uk or call the Box Office on 0116 242 3595

Photographed By Kieran Vyas

TUE 15 – SAT 19 AUG • THEATRE

Greetings and salutations!

Following two smash-hit West End seasons, a record-breaking run at The Other Palace and wining the WhatsOnStage Award for Best New Musical, Heathers the Musical – the black comedy rock musical based on the eponymous 1989 film – embarks on a new national tour.

Westerberg High’s Veronica Sawyer is just another nobody dreaming of a better day. But when she joins the beautiful and impossibly cruel Heathers and her dreams of popularity may finally come true, mysterious teen rebel JD teaches her that it might kill to be a nobody, but it is murder being a somebody.

Age guidance: 14+

Please note that this production contains strong language and mature themes including: references to suicide and eating disorders; moments of violence; murder; sexual violence; gunshots and flashing lights.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Wed, Thu & Sat 2.15pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS*

From £23.50

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

BASED ON THE NOVEL BY LARA WILLIAMSON

WED 16 – SAT 19 AUG • STUDIO THEATRE

Adapted from Lara Williamson’s hit novel, The Boy Who Sailed The Ocean In An Armchair tells the story of Becket, whose life is turned upside down when he, his brother and his Dad are running away from home in the middle of the night, leaving behind their almost-mum Pearl without saying goodbye. Whilst coming to terms with the fact that his real mum died before he had a chance to say goodbye to her too, he arms himself with an armchair of stories and one thousand paper cranes, determined to bring his family back together again.

The musical marks Jordan Li-Smith’s debut as a writer and composer.

Running time: 2hrs 35mins, including a 20min interval. This production is suitable for all ages, and includes the use of haze.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7pm, Fri & Sat 2pm & 7pm

TICKETS*

From £10

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Winner of NYMT’s 2022 new writing competition.

FRANTIC ASSEMBLY

TUE 19 – SAT 23 SEP • THEATRE

One morning Gregor Samsa awakes to find himself changed. To those around him he is dangerous, untouchable vermin. Worse than that, he is a burden. A word said, an action out of place, the opening of old wounds, none of which can be undone. Until now Gregor has woken every morning, quietly left to take the same train, and worked to pay off the family debt. But that world explodes on this morning of brutal metamorphosis.

In their first commission since 2019, and following their hit production of Othello, Frantic Assembly return to Curve with a stunning new show in collaboration with Lemn Sissay OBE, a thrilling new adaptation of Metamorphosis. Combining the fluidity and lyricism of Sissay's adaptation and Frantic’s uncompromising physicality, this promises to be an unmissable retelling of Franz Kafka’s shocking tale of cruelty and kindness; a visceral and vital depiction of humans struggling within a system that crushes them under its heel.

Commissioned and produced by Frantic Assembly, in a co-production with Theatre Royal Plymouth, Curve, MAST Mayflower Studios and Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

Age guidance: 14+

Running time: 2hrs 10mins, including a 20min interval.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Wed 2pm & 7.30pm Thu 1pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS*

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ACCESS PERFORMANCES

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Based on the book by MARKUS ZUSAK

Book by JODI PICOULT & TIMOTHY ALLEN M c DONALD

Music & Lyrics by ELYSSA SAMSEL & KATE ANDERSON

Directed by LOTTE WAKEHAM

DEM PRODUCTIONS AND WRITERS’ CAGE IN ASSOCIATION WITH BELGRADE THEATRE COVENTRY present

WEST END BEST FRIEND

FRI 29 SEP – SAT 14 OCT • THEATRE

A brand new musical adaptation of the bestselling novel. At a snow-covered graveside in 1930s Germany, an illiterate girl steals an abandoned book – Liesel Meminger’s first act of book thievery. As Liesel’s appetite for books grows, so does the Nazi regime and the shadow of death is never far away. When her foster family hides a Jewish boxer in their basement, he teaches Liesel the power of words and together they plant seeds of kindness in a world set against them.

Photography: Pamela Raith from the 2022 production

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Wed & Sat 2.15pm & 7.30pm, Thu 5 7pm

TICKETS*

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ACCESS PERFORMANCES

Based on Markus Zusak's novel, The Book Thief is adapted by awardwinning and best-selling author Jodi Picoult (My Sister’s Keeper) and Timothy Allen McDonald (adaptor of Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka and James And The Giant Peach) with music and lyrics by Kate Anderson and Elyssa Samsel (Olaf’s Frozen Adventure).

Age guidance: 11+

Running time: 2hrs 30mins, including a 20min interval.

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

 “A visually mesmerising masterpiece”

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“A profoundly moving, skilful success” THE STAGE

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“Assured and courageous”

THE GUARDIAN

Access at

Curve is proud to offer a programme of accessible performances and services throughout the year, including:

Captioned, BSL Interpreted, Relaxed, Dementia Friendly and Audio Described performances with Touch Tours

To find out more about our Access Performances, please visit us at curveonline.co.uk/access/

Captioned Performances

Past Life

Fri 26 May, 8pm

42nd Street

Thu 1 Jun, 2.15pm & 7.30pm

Unexpected Twist

Fri 9 Jun, 7pm

Six

Sun 18 Jun, 2pm

Ride

Tue 11 Jul, 7.45pm

The Spongebob Musical

Thu 13 Jul, 7pm

Wish You Were Dead

Wed 19 Jul, 2.15pm & 7.30pm

Heathers The Musical

Wed 16 Aug, 7.30pm

Metamorphosis

Thu 21 Sep, 7.30pm

Shrek The Musical

Fri 20 Oct, 7pm

Greatest Days

Tue 24 Oct, 7.30pm

The Drifters Girl

Thu 2 Nov, 7.30pm

2:22 A Ghost Story

Sat 11 Nov, 2.15pm

Evita

Wed 20 Dec, 7.30pm

Thu 28 Dec, 2.15pm

Jesus Christ Superstar

Thu 15 Feb, 7.30pm

Come From Away

Thu 7 Mar, 7.30pm

Life Of Pi

Sat 16 Mar, 2.15pm

Everybody’s Talking

About Jamie

Thu 18 Jul, 7.30pm

BSL Interpreted

42nd Street

Fri 2 Jun, 7.30pm

The Spongebob Musical

Fri 14 Jul, 7pm

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

Thu 3 Aug, 2pm

Heathers The Musical

Sat 19 Aug, 2.15pm

Metamorphosis

Fri 22 Sep, 7.30pm

The Book Thief

Fri 13 Oct, 7.30pm

Greatest Days

Wed 25 Oct, 7.30pm

The Drifters Girl

Wed 1 Nov, 7.30pm

Evita

Tue 19 Dec, 7.30pm

Jesus Christ Superstar

Wed 14 Feb, 7.30pm

Come From Away

Thu 7 Mar, 7.30pm

Everybody’s Talking

About Jamie

Sat 20 Jul, 2.15pm

Relaxed

Performances

Past Life

Fri 26 May, 8pm

Evita

Sat 6 Jan, 2.15pm

Dementia

Friendly

42nd Street

Thu 1 Jun, 2.15pm

Evita

Wed 10 Jan, 2.15pm

Audio Described

Past Life

Fri 26 May, 8pm

42nd Street

Wed 31 May, 7.30pm

Touch Tour from 6pm

Unexpected Twist

Sat 10 Jun, 2pm

Touch Tour from 12.30pm

Romeo & Juliet

Sat 8 Jul, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 1.15pm

The Spongebob Musical

Sat 15 Jul, 7pm

Touch Tour from 6pm

Heathers The Musical

Thu 17 Aug, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 12.45pm

Metamorphosis

Sat 23 Sep, 7.30pm

Touch Tour from 6pm

Shrek The Musical

Thu 19 Oct, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 12.45pm

Greatest Days

Sat 28 Oct, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 12.45pm

The Drifters Girl

Sat 4 Nov, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 12.45pm

Evita

Fri 15 Dec, 7.30pm

Touch Tour from 6pm

Thu 11 Jan, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 12.45pm

Jesus Christ Superstar

Sat 17 Feb, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 12.45pm

Come From Away

Sat 9 Mar, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 12.45pm

Life Of Pi

Sat 23 Mar, 2.15pm

Touch Tour from 12.45pm

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

Wed 17 Jul, 7.30pm

Touch Tour from 6pm

Based on the much-loved picture book

by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury

TUE 17 – SUN 22 OCT STUDIO THEATRE

See the smash-hit production of We’re Going On A Bear Hunt on tour, direct from the West End, as it returns vividly and noisily in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score.

Join our intrepid family of adventurers and their musical dog on a quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes, plenty of adventure and a few surprises along the way.

This mischievous celebration of play is the perfect treat for families with children aged 3 and up.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

Tue 2pm Wed – Sun 11am & 2pm

TICKETS*

From £15 15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

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TUE 10 – THU 12 OCT STUDIO THEATRE

Do you believe in ghosts? Are UFOs real? Is the impossible possible?

Join Danny Robins for the biggest investigation into the paranormal – ever.

Uncanny: I Know What I Saw, you’ll be immersed in the sights, sounds and scares of brand new, real-life stories of the supernatural, from ghosts and poltergeists to UFO sightings and other strange encounters.

You’ll even have a chance to share your own stories, if you dare.

Are you #TeamBeliever or #TeamSceptic?

Warning: This show will make you jump, laugh, think and question the very nature of reality!

PERFORMANCE TIMES Members

TUE 17 – SAT 21 OCT • THEATRE

Based on the Oscar winning DreamWorks film, the Broadway and West End smash hit Shrek The Musical is a fun-filled and hilarious musical comedy with a cast of vibrant characters and a ‘shrektackular’ score.

Featuring a stellar cast lead by theatre legend Antony Lawrence (The Lion King, Mary Poppins, Matilda the Musical, We Will Rock You) as Shrek, leading lady Joanne Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, The Addams Family) as the beloved Princess Fiona, Olivier Award-nominated James Gillan (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie) as the evil Lord Farquaad, and theatre favourite Brandon Lee Sears (Dreamgirls, Come From Away, Motown) as the loveable Donkey.

Featuring fabulous songs including the smash hit I’m A Believer, Shrek The Musical is a “musical extravaganza for big kids and little kids alike”.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7pm, Wed, Thu & Sat 2.15pm & 7pm

TICKETS*

From £27

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

For more information about our Access Performances go to page 32 or visit curveonline.co.uk/access/

THAT’S FEEL GOOD SENSATION REALLY IS BACK FOR GOOD’

MON 23 – SAT 28 OCT • THEATRE

Relight Your Fire with this sensational new production of Take That’s smash hit musical, Greatest Days

Greatest Days features more than 15 record-breaking Take That songs, alongside a heart-warming and hilarious story of love and laughter from award-winning writer Tim Firth that will make your heart Shine

The musical follows five boy band-obsessed best friends in the 1990s, who reunite over 20 years later to see their heartthrobs one last time in what could be the Greatest Days of their life.

Previously titled The Band, the show broke box office records and delighted audiences around the United Kingdom when it performed from 2017 – 2019. Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Take That’s first ever UK number 1 single Pray and coinciding with the summer 2023 release of the official movie of this smash hit musical, Greatest Days is sure to be a night out at the theatre you will Never Forget

Age guidance: 8+ Contains strong language

Running time: 2hrs 10mins, including a 20min interval.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.15pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS*

From £25 15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

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‘TAKE

THE SUN

BEN HART JADOO

SAT 14 OCT • STUDIO THEATRE

World-renowned, multi award-winning magician and West End star Ben Hart returns with his most personal show yet.

Drawn from his experience travelling India to discover lost, real magic, Hart sheds his usual sleight-of-hand trickery and lies in favour of stunning displays of wonderment, extra-sensory power, and a search for the truth…

Rooted in his family heritage, this mind-popping show is rich in colour, passion, and wicked humour. Don’t miss this chance to catch the world’s foremost magic storyteller in this all-new show.

Age guidance: 12+

“Ben Hart is a master”

Dynamo

“There’s nobody else we’d rather watch onstage” Penn and Teller

PERFORMANCE TIME

7.15pm

TICKETS*

From £10 15% off for Members

FRI 3 NOV • STUDIO THEATRE

Side eYe Productions is coming to Curve in partnership with Kayd to bring Dugsi Dayz, a comedic adaptation of The Breakfast Club, written by Sabrina Ali.

It’s a Saturday afternoon and these four students are determined in keeping it tight-lipped on why they’re in detention.

Meet Salma, Yasmin, Munira and Hani, four girls who see the world and their place in it in radically different ways. When a power cut plunges them into darkness, the girls use folktales to break the ice. The hour they spend together allows them to realize that they have more in common than they thought, so what did they do to deserve detention? Getting to know one another is the only way to find out.

There will be Q&A after each performance of Dugsi Dayz.

Age guidance: 8+ Running time: 1hr 30mins

PERFORMANCE TIME 1pm & 7pm

TICKETS*

From £10 15% off for Members

TUE 31 OCT – SAT 4 NOV • THEATRE

Direct from the West End, The Drifters Girl comes to Curve as part of a major UK tour.

Directed by Jonathan Church, who also directs the brand-new production of 42nd Street opening at Curve this month, and nominated for Best New Musical at the 2022 Olivier Awards, this smash-hit show has audiences on their feet night after night with a phenomenal soundtrack packed full of iconic Drifters hits including Saturday Night At The Movies, Save The Last Dance For Me, and Stand By Me

Discover the remarkable story of The Drifters and the truth about the woman who made them. From the highs of hit records to the lows of legal battles and personal tragedy, Faye Treadwell is the legendary manager of The Drifters who refused to give up on the group she loved. Thirty years, and hundreds of hit songs later, there is no doubt that Faye Treadwell was, and always will be, The Drifters Girl.

Running time: 2hrs 25mins, including a 20min interval.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Wed, Thu & Sat 2.15pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS*

From £31.50

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

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Production images of the Original West End cast

TUE 7 – SAT 11 NOV • THEATRE

The new stage phenomenon that has taken the West End by storm now comes to Leicester.

Winner of Best New Play at the WhatsOnStage Awards, this edge-ofyour-seat, supernatural thriller is written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny and The Battersea Poltergeist, and comes fresh from record-breaking seasons at five West End theatres with a host of acclaimed star performances (including among others Lily Allen, Cheryl, Stephanie Beatriz, Tom Felton, Jake Wood and James Buckley). It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear. What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth?

Casting to be announced.

Age guidance: 12+

Running time: 2hrs, including a 20min interval.

PERFORMANCE TIMES

7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.15pm & 7.30pm

TICKETS*

From £28.50

15% off for Members

ACCESS PERFORMANCES

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PAUL ZERDIN PUPPETMAN

TUE 7 – WED 8 NOV STUDIO THEATRE

The America’s Got Talent winner is back with a brand-new comedy show for 2023. Join Paul and an array of ‘funny and sharp-tongued’ (The Observer) creations including Sam, Albert, Baby, Roger the bodyguard and an urban fox, as he takes to the road with a show which promises that ‘when you are not laughing, you will simply be left in awe’ (Three Weeks). As seen on Lost Voice Guy’s Christmas Comedy Club (ITV), Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC1), The Royal Variety Performance (ITV) and Tonight At The London Palladium (ITV).

Age guidance: 14+ Contains swearing

PERFORMANCE TIME

7.45pm

TICKETS*

From £21 15% off for Members

Featuring the music of

Frank Sinatra

Sammy Davis Jr

Tony Bennett

Dean Martin

Matt Monro

Bobby Darin

Nat King Cole

SAT 18 NOV • STUDIO THEATRE

Packed with personality and humour, Crooners has been wowing audiences with its witty and exhilarating show full of hilarious one liners, laugh out loud silliness and superb musical numbers with the outstanding 9-piece The Mini Big Band live on stage. The show pays homage to some of the greatest Crooners of all time with a splendiferous injection of Britishness. Featuring humour, tap dance and some of the most quintessential songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Matt Monro, Nat King Cole, Bobby Darin. Expect some Come Fly With Me, Fly Me To the Moon, Mack the Knife and many, many more…

Running time: 2hrs 20mins, including a 20min interval.

PERFORMANCE TIME

2.30pm & 7.45pm

TICKETS*

From £27.50 15% off for Members

LYRICS BY TIM RICE MUSIC BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER DIRECTED BY NIKOLAI FOSTER

ORCHESTRATIONS BY DAVID CULLEN AND ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER BASED ON ORCHESTRATIONS ORIGINALLY BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

SET DESIGNER MICHAEL TAYLOR MUSICAL SUPERVISOR STEPHEN BROOKER MUSICAL DIRECTOR ADRIAN KIRK CHOREOGRAPHER ADAM MURRAY COSTUME DESIGNER EDWARD LINDLEY LIGHTING DESIGNER JOSHIE HARRIETTE SOUND DESIGNER ADAM FISHER WIGS, HAIR AND MAKE-UP DESIGNER SAM COX CASTING DIRECTOR KAY MAGSON CDG

BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP LTD

MON 27 NOV – SAT 13 JAN • THEATRE

This year, Nikolai Foster directs an unmissable new Made at Curve production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical, Evita.

As Eva Duarte, a child born into poverty, she followed her dreams of becoming an actress. As Eva Perón, she captured the hearts of Argentina’s working classes, broke new ground for women in politics and became the most powerful woman in Latin America.

Follow the wild days and mad existence of one of history’s most glamorous, glorified and divisive figures in this multi-award-winning musical, which features countless unforgettable songs including Buenos Aires, Another Suitcase In Another Hall, Oh What A Circus and the anthemic Don’t Cry For Me Argentina

Age guidance: 10+

PERFORMANCE TIMES

See curveonline.co.uk for details

TICKETS*

From £25

15% off for Members

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Enhance your experience of Curve's Christmas musical spectacular with these special packages.

SHOW BOX

Single serve bottle of Prosecco Bottle of water

Interval ice-cream

Packet of chocolates

The SHOW BOX is only £15** in addition to your ticket booking.

CHRISTMAS GROUPS PACKAGE

Top price tickets

Evita Show programme

Pre-show drink

Interval ice-cream

This entire package is only £50 per person, when you bring 10 or more people to see a performance of

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BOX OFFICE OPENING HOURS

From Mon 5 Jun, we are changing our opening times for telephone enquiries to 12pm – 8pm on show days, and 12pm – 6pm on non-show days. You will still be able to book in-person at Curve from 10am when the building opens, and the team will be able to offer advice on seating, access requirements and any other questions you might have in-person before telephone lines open at 12pm. Tickets are available to book at any time at www.curveonline.co.uk and if you have any other enquiries about booking tickets or your order, you can also email tickets@curvetheatre.co.uk

GROUPS AND SCHOOL BOOKINGS

We warmly welcome groups and school bookings, offering special prices and benefits for groups of 10+ for most shows. For more information, please call the Box Office or contact our dedicated Group Sales team by emailing groupbookings@curvetheatre.co.uk

CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE

Children under 2 years old are not permitted in the auditoria unless the event is aimed at children under 7 years old. Children of all ages require a ticket to enter the auditoria at any time. If no specific discount is available for children, the full ticket rate will apply. Please call the Box Office for the age guidance for each production.

THE SMALL PRINT (PLEASE READ ME CAREFULLY)

• All Tickets are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale and Attendance, available on our website.

• All advertised Ticket prices, Concessions and Discounts are subject to availability and can be changed and/or withdrawn at any time, without prior notice.

• In response to demand, we may amend Ticket prices, price bands and availability of Concessions and Discounts at our discretion.

• Published ticket prices include up to a £1.50 contribution which is invested back into the organisation.

• Concessions and discounts are not available for preview performances.

• Only one concession or discount can be applied per ticket purchased and cannot be applied retrospectively.

• A £2 postage fee is applicable to all Tickets delivered by post.

• Tickets will only be delivered to the billing address of the cardholder. Alternatively your tickets can be emailed to you directly, to Print at Home free of charge.

• All tickets are non-refundable except in the case of a cancelled or rescheduled performance. If you are self isolating or showing symptoms of Coronavirus, please contact the Box Office at least four hours before the performance.

• Changes to the cast for a performance (including any star casting) will not entitle you to a refund.

• Customers selecting e-tickets when purchasing online must present, either in hard copy or on a mobile device, their ticket upon arrival.

• All performance details and content descriptions are correct at the time of going to print and are subject to change and interpretation.

• We are not responsible for the content of any third party website.

• Tickets are not transferable to other shows and cannot be sold, resold or offered for sale by customers. Only tickets purchased via our Box Office or our approved agents are valid for admission.

• All tickets are sold in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and General Data Protection Regulation 2016, for further information on how we hold and process your data please see our website.

• Covid safety measures will be in place in line with the government guidance.

Public Dress Rehearsals

The decision to invite the public to our Dress Rehearsal will be taken on the morning of that scheduled performance and tickets will go on sale on the same day. Tickets are limited to four per person and are available on a first come, first served basis.

JOIN OUR FREE ACCESS REGISTER

Our Access Register Scheme is designed to assist customers with additional needs. We store relevant information regarding your personal requirements, so you don’t need to resubmit evidence each time you book. Once registered, you may be eligible to one free Companion ticket with the standard ticket you purchase for each show. To join our Access Register Scheme or to find out more, please visit our website or call the Box Office on 0116 242 3595 or email access@curvetheatre.co.uk

ACCESS PERFORMANCES ADDITIONAL SERVICES

CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES (CAP)

At Captioned performances, the actors’ spoken words are shown as visible text via two display screens on stage, one on each side, similar to subtitles. The text scrolls at the same speed as the dialogue, making it easy to follow with the action on stage.

SIGNED PERFORMANCES IN BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE (BSL)

Our BSL Interpreted performances are presented with British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation. The interpreter will be positioned on either the left or right of the stage throughout the performance, and their position will be confirmed online once available.

AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCES (AD)

During these performances, audio describers provide a live, verbal commentary on key visual aspects of the show for audience members who identify as Blind or sight impaired. The description is presented via a personal headset (available from the Box Office) and includes an audio introduction to the show before the performance starts.

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY PERFORMANCES (DF)

Dementia Friendly performances are tailored to meet the needs of people living with dementia. They include adaptations to the show, clearer visual markers and signage in the physical environment, and a relaxed attitude to movement and audience responses during the show.

RELAXED PERFORMANCES (RP)

Relaxed Performances are open to anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed performance environment. Audience members can interact with the performance in their own way and, while the theatre doors will close, guests can leave and re-enter the theatre at any time. We also make adaptations to the show, and reserve a quiet space for anyone needing some time out of the performance.

TOUCH TOURS (TT)

An accompaniment to Audio Described performances, Touch Tours are a tactile tour of the stage, set and costumes, giving audience members who are blind or sight impaired greater access to the performance. Tours usually take place 90 minutes (or earlier) prior to the start of an Audio Described performance.

INFRA-RED & INDUCTION LOOP HEARING SYSTEMS

Available in our Theatre and Studio Theatre. Please ask at the Box Office for a headset.

ASSISTANCE DOGS

Dog spaces are available upon request; please let us know during the booking process and a seat next to the aisle will be reserved for you. Alternatively, a member of staff can care for your dog during the performance. We can also provide drinking water.

WHEELCHAIR SPACES IN ALL OF OUR PERFORMANCE AREAS

All public areas are accessible to wheelchair users, including lift access to the Circle level. We have allocated wheelchair spaces for every performance, both in the Theatre and Studio Theatre. If you wish to transfer to a theatre seat we can store your wheelchair upon request.

ACCESSIBLE TOILETS AND CHANGING PLACES FACILITY

Available on both the Stalls and Circle levels. We also have a Changing Places accessible toilet with adult hoist on the foyer level, next to Door 4 of the Theatre.

ACCESSIBLE PARKING

Available on Southampton Street and in the NCP Rutland Centre Car Park adjacent to Curve. We also have a drop-off point on Rutland Street.

GETTING TO

Curve is in the heart of Leicester City Centre in the Cultural Quarter. Parking at the NCP next door is just £7.95 for Curve customers. Simply validate your ticket at Curve during your visit. For sat navs, use post code LE1 1TQ. Alternative parking is also available at the Queen Street Car Park, Queen Street, Leicester LE1 1QW.

East Midlands Trains run regular services to Leicester and the train station is just a 10 minute walk away. City centre bus services also have stops within a 10 minute walk away. For further information visit www.curveonline.co.uk/plan-your-visit or call the Box Office on 0116 242 3595