(at nearly 8,000 words and lyrics, the role of Higgins is one of the wordiest in the musical theatre canon!). MY FAIR LADY has a rostra of instantly-recognisable characters, with comedy legend Steve Furst playing Alfred P Doolittle, rising star Djavan van de Fliert as Freddy Eynsford-Hill, the iconic Cathy Tyson as Higgins’ mother, stage and screen favourite Sarah Moyle as Mrs Pearce, alongside our barn-storming ensemble. This is a truly memorable company of actors not to be missed and Michael Taylor’s stunning design, George Dyer’s sublime musical arrangements and Jo Goodwin’s glorious choreography ensure this is a festive treat the entire family can all enjoy together and remember forever.
And we are honoured Liz Robertson – one of MY FAIR LADY’s leading Elizas and widow of the late Alan Jay Lerner – will return to Leicester this festive season for a special concert. Accompanied by pianist Simon Beck, Liz will share memories from her time in the 1978 Haymarket production, read passages from Alan’s autobiography and perform songs. Presented on our MY FAIR LADY set, it will be a joyous afternoon where theatre history and our production of this great show collide.
Alongside MY FAIR LADY, we are excited to welcome the little ones aboard a very special ship, as we set sail on a swashbuckling quest in Claire Freedman and Ben Cort’s PIRATES LOVE UNDERPANTS. Adapted by Brad Fitt, the show is directed by Cara Nolan, who helmed our beautiful 2023 production of THE OWL WHO CAME FOR CHRISTMAS. Curve Resident Creative Jude Taylor has created original music for this raucous family show and Debbie Mingham’s wonderful set, costume and puppetry design will bring to life everything from Big Knickers Bay to those fabled pants of gold!
In January, we swap the cobbled streets of Covent Garden for the cobblers of Price & Son, as we present a major new Made at Curve production of Harvey Fierstein and Cyndi Lauper’s electrifying smash hit KINKY BOOTS STRICTLY star Johannes Radebe leads an extraordinary company, joined by Curve alumni Dan Partridge as Charlie Price, rising star Courtney Bowman as Lauren, as well as Newtion Matthews, Kara Lily Hayworth, Joe Caffrey, Kathryn Barnes, Lucy Williamson, Jonathan Dryden Taylor, Scott Paige, Liam Doyle and our inspirational ensemble. And a formidable creative team are breathing new life into this Midlands-set story, including designer Robert Jones (last represented here by last year’s dazzling taptastic 42ND STREET) and fresh from her work on the WICKED film, our BEAUTIFUL choreographer Leah Hill returns to Curve. Tickets are sold out, but please check back with the box office team nearer the time, as production seats will be released nearer the show dates.
Looking ahead to the Spring, the beloved novel by C.S. Lewis THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE returns, taking audiences on another magical visit to Narnia. This is closely followed by multi award-winning musical comedy & JULIET, which flips the script on Shakespeare’s greatest love story, with a playlist of top pop anthems by the man behind hits for artists such as Britney Spears, Bon Jovi and Katy Perry, the Max Martin. And reflecting on the life of another music icon is TINA – THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL; written by award-winning playwright Katori Hall (her magnum opus THE MOUNTAINTOP recently played here), this sensational musical charts Turner’s journey from her humble beginnings in Nutbush Tennessee, through unimaginable challenges, to the height of her stardom.
Plays coming up include KIM’S CONVENIENCE, GIRL ON THE TRAIN, ANIMAL FARM, Malorie Blackman’s PIG HEART BOY, adapted by Winsome Pinnock and a new production of Moira Buffini’s celebrated play HANDBAGGED, imagining the untold conversations of two of history’s most revered women, Margaret Thatcher and Queen Elizabeth II. Presented as part of our ongoing relationship with the National Theatre’s Theatre Nation Partnership and directed by Alex Thorpe, we’re thrilled to bring this fascinating play to Curve.
After a phenomenal response down under, we’re excited to be producing the UK premiere of MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL, collaborating with acclaimed Australian director Simon Phillips, writer PJ Hogan and multi-platinum musicians Kate Miller-Heidke and Keir Nuttall. This musical is a pure explosion of unadulterated joy, as Muriel finds the courage to be herself, inspiring most of Australia – and the Midlands! – along the way. A phenomenal cast and creative team are busy imagining the show for its Leicester bow and continuing our record of celebrating upcoming actors on the cusp of big things, we’re thrilled Megan Ellis will make her Curve bow as our heroine Muriel Heslop, opposite Annabel Marlow’s outrageous Rhonda. Make sure you RSVP early for the wedding of the year, playing exclusively at Curve in 2025.
We hope you have a ‘loverly’ festive season with your loved ones and look forward to welcoming you for a quintessentially Curve Christmas and start to the new year.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support.
Chris Stafford Nikolai Foster Chief Executive Artistic Director
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SAT 23 NOV – SAT 4 JAN •
THEATRE
‘A Loverly Made at Curve Christmas Musical’
2024’s smashing, positively dashing Made at Curve Christmas musical is Lerner and Loewe’s classic rags to riches tale, MY FAIR LADY. A beautiful musical adaptation of George Bernard Shaw’s 1913 play PYGMALION, MY FAIR LADY was first performed on Broadway in 1956 starring Julie Andrews and adapted into a 1964 Oscar-winning film starring Audrey Hepburn. This brand-new production is directed by Curve Artistic Director Nikolai Foster (EVITA, THE WIZARD OF OZ, BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL).
MY FAIR LADY follows Eliza Doolittle, a cockney flower seller in Covent Garden, who by chance meets phonetics professor, Henry Higgins. As part of a wager with a fellow phonetician, Higgins sets out to teach Eliza how to speak like a lady of high society – but learns a few lessons of his own along the way.
Filled with comedy, romance, and dazzling songs such as The Rain in Spain, Wouldn’t It Be Loverly and I Could Have Danced All Night, this unmissable production is set to be a charming Christmas treat. This production of MY FAIR LADY is sponsored by De Montfort University (DMU), with the show’s orchestra sponsored by music licensing company PPL. Age guidance: 9+
PERFORMANCE TIMES
See curveonline.co.uk for details
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ACCESS PERFORMANCES
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Access performances at Curve are
THEATRE DAY Wed 11 Dec
kindly sponsored by voco® Leicester and David Wilson Homes.
MOLLY LYNCH Eliza Doolittle
DAVID SEADON-YOUNG Professor Henry Higgins
MINAL PATEL Colonel Pickering
Mrs Higgins
STEVE FURST Alfred P Doolittle
SARAH MOYLE
Mrs Eynsford-Hill & Mrs Pearce
DJAVAN VAN DE FLIERT Freddy Eynsford-Hill
DAMIAN BUHAGIAR Zoltan Karpathy
JONATHAN DRYDEN TAYLOR Harry
YING UE LI Jamie
JOANNA O’HARE George
ABIGAIL MATTHEWS Ensemble
ANDY BARKE Ensemble
ASHLEY GILMOUR Ensemble LUCAS KOCH Ensemble
KEANNA BLOOMFIELD Ensemble
KENEDY SMALL Ensemble
RITESH MANUGULA Ensemble
JACK SKELTON Ensemble
NELL MARTIN Ensemble
Cast
Curve’s Christmas Family Adventure
James Blake-Butler
Evie
James Stephanie Lysé Yasmin Parekh
Nat Speight
Pirates Love Underpants
Composer and Musical Supervisor Jude Taylor • Set, Costume and Puppetry Designer/Maker Debbie Mingham Puppetry Director Johnny Autin • Lighting Designer Jonathan Payne • Sound Designer Dave Norton • Video Designer Wes Fife Casting Director Anji Carroll • Production Manager Sam Paterson • Costume Supervisor Edd Lindley
MON 2 DEC – SUN 5 JAN • STUDIO THEATRE
These pirates SO love underpants!
Join our swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain’s Treasure chest!
Dodge hungry crocs beneath Long-John Bridge, bob upon the waves of Big Knickers Bay, spot sharks in fancy underpants and trek across Three Pants Ridge.
Filled with music, puppetry and glittering pants of gold, arrr you ready to set sail for a family adventure at Curve this winter?
PIRATES LOVE UNDERPANTS is suitable for children aged 3+
PERFORMANCE TIMES See curveonline.co.uk for details
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Pick up your PIRATES LOVE UNDERPANTS Activity Programme for only £3.50
To find out more about our Access Performances, please visit us at curveonline.co.uk/access/
Upcoming Access Performances
Captioned
Performances
My Fair Lady
Sat 14 Dec, 2.15pm
Thu 19 Dec, 7.30pm
Pirates Love Underpants
Sat 21 Dec, 10.30am and 1.30pm
Sat 28 Dec, 10.30am and 1.30pm
Kinky Boots
Sat 25 Jan, 2.30pm
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe
Fri 7 Feb, 7.15pm & Juliet
Thu 20 Feb, 7.30pm
Animal Farm
Sat 1 Mar, 2.30pm
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
Wed 19 Mar, 7.30pm
Handbagged
Sat 29 Mar, 2.30pm
Muriel’s Wedding
Thu 8 May, 7.30pm
Kim’s Convenience
Fri 23 May, 7.15pm
The Girl On The Train
Sat 24 May, 2.15pm
Six
Thu 29 May, 8pm
Ghost Stories
Thu 5 Jun, 7.30pm
Bat Out Of Hell
Wed 11 Jun, 7.30pm
Pig Heart Boy
Sat 14 Jun, 2pm
Chicago
Thu 19 Jun, 7.30pm
Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Thu 3 Jul, 7.30pm
Calamity Jane
Sat 12 Jul, 2.15pm
Matilda
Fri 24 Oct, 7.30pm
BSL Interpreted
My Fair Lady
Fri 13 Dec, 7.30pm
Pirates Love Underpants
Fri 20 Dec, 10.30am
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe
Thu 6 Feb, 7.15pm & Juliet
Wed 19 Feb, 7.30pm
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
Wed 19 Mar, 7.30pm
Room On The Broom
Sat 5 Apr, 1.30pm Toxic
Sat 26 Apr, 7.15pm
Muriel’s Wedding
Sat 3 May, 2.15pm Six
Fri 30 May, 8.30pm
Bat Out Of Hell
Thu 12 Jun, 7.30pm Chicago
Wed 18 Jun, 7.30pm Matilda
Fri 17 Oct, 7.30pm
Relaxed
Performances
My Fair Lady
Fri 3 Jan, 2.15pm
Pirates Love Underpants
All performances from Sat 7 Dec There’s A Monster In Your Show
Sun 23 Feb, 1.30pm
Room On The Broom
Fri 4 Apr, 1.30pm Dementia Friendly
My Fair Lady
Wed 18 Dec, 2.15pm
Audio Described
Pirates Love Underpants
Wed 11 Dec, 10.30am
Touch Tour from 9am
Sat 4 Jan, 1.30pm Touch Tour from 12 noon
My Fair Lady
Sat 21 Dec, 2.15pm Touch Tour from 12.45pm
Thu 2 Jan, 7.30pm Touch Tour from 6pm
The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe
Sat 8 Feb, 2.15pm Touch Tour from 12.45pm & Juliet
Sat 22 Feb, 2.15pm Touch Tour from 12.45pm
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
Thu 20 Mar, 2.30pm Touch Tour from 1pm
Muriel’s Wedding
Sat 10 May, 2.15pm Touch Tour from 12.45pm Six
Sat 31 May, 4pm Touch Tour from 2.30pm
Bat Out Of Hell
Sat 14 Jun, 7.30pm Touch Tour from 6pm Chicago
Sat 21 Jun, 2.15pm Touch Tour from 12.45pm
The Midnight Bell
Thu 26 Jun, 7.30pm Touch Tour from 6pm
Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Sat 5 Jul, 2.15pm Touch Tour from 12.45pm Matilda
Sat 18 Oct, 2.30pm Touch Tour from 12.25pm
We are proud to officially launch our Made at Curve Buddy Scheme, generously sponsored by PPL PRS.
We realise some people may feel anxious about attending the theatre alone, especially if it’s your first visit with us. Having a Buddy enables audience members to enjoy any Made at Curve production in the company of a Buddy.
Anyone can request a Curve Buddy: A Buddy may be particularly useful for the elderly, people with neurodivergence, those living with dementia, individuals with learning disabilities and other sensory or communication needs.
Our Buddies are trained in safeguarding and health and safety, as well as getting a disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. This is to ensure you are in safe hands and have the best experience with us during your visit to Curve.
HOW DO I REQUEST A BUDDY?
• If you’d like to share your visit to Curve with a Buddy, please let our Box Office team know when you make your booking. The best way to do this is by calling 0116 242 3595, emailing access@curvetheatre.co.uk, or by coming into Curve to speak to us in person and we will be happy to assist you.
• Buddy requests should be with us at least two weeks prior to the performance or event.
• If there are any specific adjustments that will make your visit more comfortable, please detail these when requesting a Buddy.
• Once paired with a Buddy, you will pay for your ticket and your Buddy’s ticket will be covered by Curve. You will meet your Buddy at Curve ahead of the show. For more information visit www.curveonline.co.uk/ made-at-curve-buddy-scheme/
WITH SIMON BECK AT THE PIANO
SUN 29 DEC • THEATRE
Enjoy an afternoon in the company of one of MY FAIR LADY‘s leading Elizas, Liz Robertson!
Liz portrayed Eliza Doolittle in Cameron Mackintosh’s revival of MY FAIR LADY, touring the UK in 1978-79 –including to Leicester’s Haymarket Theatre! – before landing at London’s Adelphi Theatre, where she was nominated for the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical.
Accompanied by pianist Simon Beck, Liz’s loverly return to Leicester will see her perform songs from MY FAIR LADY and recount personal tales from the production she starred in and her career spanning over 46 years. Liz will also share passages from the book THE STREET WHERE I LIVE, the autobiography of her late husband and MY FAIR LADY lyricist Alan Jay Lerner, retelling how the musical was created. Book now for AN AFTERNOON WITH LIZ ROBERTSON, exclusively at Curve this festive season. Running time: 1 hour and 20 minutes (no interval).
PERFORMANCE TIME 3pm
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DIRECT FROM THE WEST END
THU 30 JAN – SAT 8 FEB • THEATRE
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE comes to Curve next Spring!
Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits.
Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love.
Watch the nation’s favourite novel come to life on stage in this spectacular production which is guaranteed to delight all ages.
Age guidance: 6+ (Babes in Arms are not permitted for this production)
Running time: 2 hours and 15 minutes (including a 20 minute interval)
Show warnings: Contains strobe lighting, smoke, haze and pyrotechnics
PERFORMANCE TIMES Mon-Sat 7.15pm, Thu & Sat 2.15pm
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Production photography by Matt Crockett
THE MUST-SEE PARODY OF THE GREATEST DINOSAUR FILM OF ALL TIME! ‘PAINFULLY FUNNY... MADE US CRY ACTUAL TEARS OF LAUGHTER’ TIME OUT
FRI 7 – SAT 8 FEB • STUDIO THEATRE
65 million years ago, dinosaurs ruled the Earth. 30 years ago, a movie about dinosaurs ruled the box office.
This Spring, you are invited to HOLD ON TO YOUR BUTTS!
After selling out in New York and at the Edinburgh Festival, this wildly inventive tour-de-force of comedy, Foley sound and physical theatre is coming to Curve. Don’t walk, RUN to get your tickets!
Age recommendation: 8+
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Sat 2.30pm, Fri & Sat 7.30pm
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MON 17 FEB • STUDIO THEATRE
Join comedy legend Jenny Eclair in conversation with LEICESTER COMEDY FESTIVAL founder Geoff Rowe as they discuss Jenny’s comedy career.
Jenny was the first woman to win the coveted Perrier Award at the Edinburgh festival in 1995 and hasn’t stopped banging on about it ever since. Well known for her starring role on BBC1’s GRUMPY OLD WOMEN, she was also a contestant on series 15 of TASKMASTER (Channel 4).
In aid of Big Difference Company
PERFORMANCE TIME 7.15pm
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MON 17 – SAT 22 FEB • THEATRE
Fabulously fresh and riotously funny, & JULIET is currently breaking box office records on Broadway following a phenomenal award-winning run in London’s West End which included three Olivier Awards and six WhatsOnStage Awards.
From the writer of award-winning SCHITT’S CREEK, Juliet’s new story explodes into life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including Britney Spears’ …Baby One More Time, Katy Perry’s Roar, Justin Timberlake’s Can’t Stop the Feeling, Backstreet Boys’ Everybody and many more – from music’s no.1 hitmaker Max Martin.
Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as Juliet ditches her famous ending for a second. This hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told.
Age guidance: 8+
Show warning: Contains adult language
PERFORMANCE TIMES Mon-Sat 7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.15pm
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ACCESS PERFORMANCES
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WED 19 – SUN 23 FEB • STUDIO THEATRE
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved WHO’S IN YOUR BOOK? series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show.
A group of performers are preparing to start their show, but quickly discover they are not alone on stage. Little Monster wants to be part of the fun too! With an invitation to his friends, Dragon, Alien and Unicorn to join him, you can expect comedy and chaos as they help to create a magical show, learning about the joy of books and friendship along the way.
THERE’S A MONSTER IN YOUR SHOW …and he can’t wait to meet you! Age guidance: All ages are welcome Running time: Approximately 50 minutes (no interval)
PERFORMANCE TIMES Wed-Sun 10.30am & 1.30pm
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Octagon Theatre Bolton present
TUE 25 FEB – SAT 1 MAR • STUDIO THEATRE
A powerful re-telling of George Orwell’s chilling and timeless classic. When the downtrodden animals of Manor Farm overthrow their master and take over, they imagine it is the beginning of a life of freedom and equality for all. However, over time a cunning and brutal elite among them, masterminded by the pigs Napoleon and Snowball, gradually take control. Soon the other animals discover that they are not all as equal as they once thought and find themselves ensnared as one tyranny is replaced with another.
Orwell’s enduring and devastating satire about the corruption of power is brought vividly to life on stage in Octagon Theatre’s compelling critically acclaimed production.
Age guidance: 11+
Running time: 1 hour and 47 minutes (including a 20 minute interval)
Show warnings: Contains haze effects and strobe lighting *
PERFORMANCE TIMES Tue, Fri & Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Thu 10.30am, Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm
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Photography: Pari Dukovic of the Broadway cast
THU 6 – SAT 22 MAR • THEATRE
West End mega-hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is rollin’ into Leicester on its first ever UK & Ireland tour.
From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation into a multi award-winning global superstar, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them, winning 12 Grammy Awards.
Experience her inspiring story live on stage, set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her iconic hits including The Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Private Dancer and River Deep, Mountain High.
Presented in association with Tina Turner, written by Olivier Award and Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Katori Hall (THE MOUNTAINTOP) and directed by the internationally acclaimed Phyllida Lloyd (MAMMA MIA!), this five-star show is “a raw musical triumph” (The Times).
Age guidance: 14+
Running time: 2 hours and 45 minutes (including a 20 minute interval) Show warnings: Includes scenes depicting domestic violence, racist language, strong language, loud music, strobe lighting, haze, and gunshots.
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Mon-Sat 7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.30pm
TICKETS*
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ACCESS PERFORMANCES
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TUE 4 – FRI 7 MAR • STUDIO THEATRE
The critically acclaimed production of THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW created by Jonathan Rockefeller features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets. The production faithfully adapts four stories by author/illustrator Eric Carle: BROWN BEAR BROWN BEAR, 10 LITTLE RUBBER DUCKS, THE VERY BUSY SPIDER and of course, the star of the show –THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW is a vibrant celebration of Eric Carle’s adored classics and the perfect introduction to live theatre.
Suitable for all ages.
Running time: 50 minutes (no interval)
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Tue-Fri 1.30pm, Wed-Fri 10.30am, Tue & Fri 4pm
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ACCESS PERFORMANCES
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Access performances at Curve are kindly sponsored by voco ® | Leicester and David Wilson Homes.
SAT 22 MAR • STUDIO THEATRE
An evening of gospel performance bringing local and national gospel artists to the city of Leicester. The show will include music, singing, spoken word, dance and drumming, bringing this infectious genre to light.
PERFORMANCE TIME 7pm
TICKETS* From £9 plus a £2 booking fee per order** 15% off for Members
TUE 20 MAY • RR2
OH HAPPY DAYS returns to Curve, showcasing the singing, songwriting and performance skills of primary children in the city. This night will be the culmination of workshops in school and community settings bringing joy to the audience as they see children fulfilling their performance dreams.
PERFORMANCE TIME 6pm
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SUN 23 MAR • THEATRE
Rising Star of STRICTLY COME DANCING and CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER Nikita Kuzmin brings his brand-new show, MIDNIGHT DANCER to the stage on his first ever solo UK and Ireland Tour.
Nikita is joined by a sharp and chic cast of talented dancers and vocalists in a show like no other, jampacked with the hits we all know and love in an evening bursting with happiness, euphoria and of course, world-class dance.
Please note: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult
PERFORMANCE TIME
7.30pm
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THU 3 – SAT 5 APR • STUDIO THEATRE
Iggety ziggety zaggety zoom!
Jump on board the broom with the witch and her cat in Tall Stories’ fun-filled adaptation of ROOM ON THE BROOM, the best-selling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
The witch and her cat are travelling on their broomstick when they pick up some hitch-hikers – a friendly dog, a beautiful green bird and a frantic frog. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK – it snaps in two... just as the hungry dragon appears!
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Thu-Sat 1.30pm, Thu 4.30pm, Fri & Sat 10.30am
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Bookings are now open for drama, dance and musical theatre workshops for young people in the February half term holiday. Led by our experienced team of Curve Practitioners, the workshops are a chance for young people aged 8 to 13. Each workshop is an opportunity to develop your skills, make new friends and have fun!
At the end of the workshops, there will be a sharing to friends, families and carers. A number of free bursary places are available for each workshop for families facing financial hardship.
Musical Theatre in A Day – £30
Mon 17 Feb 2025 10am-5pm, 8-13 year olds
Join our dynamic musical theatre workshop where you’ll enhance your singing, acting and dancing skills.
A Play In A Day – £30
Thu 20 Feb 2025, 10am-5pm, 8-13 year olds
Develop your acting skills and create a whole new play in a day!
Spotlight On Dance – £20
Wed 19 Feb, 2-6pm, 8-13 year olds
Enjoy half a day of energetic dance, including Jazz, Contemporary, Commercial and Dancehall workshops.
To book a class, workshop, event or tour, please visit the What’s On page on our website.
For learning resources and information visit curvetheatre.co.uk and click learning & community
To get in touch with us, email learning@curvetheatre.co.uk or artistdevelopment@curvetheatre.co.uk
CURVE YOUNG COMMUNITY COMPANIES (CYCC)
CYCC KIDS
There are a few places still available on our weekly classes for young people in school years 1-2 and school years 5-6. Join in with drama, movement and singing to have fun, develop group work skills and build confidence. To find out more and book for the next term email cycc@curvetheatre.co.uk
FOR FAMILIES
LITTLE CURVE WORKSHOPS
We’d love to welcome you and your little ones to our weekly creative sessions. Together we explore magical storytelling, creative dance, music and movement and learn some Makaton! Suitable for children 18 months to four years and their grown-ups.
Every Tuesday, 10.30am-11.15am during term time. £3 per family group, per session. Booking required.
CQ EARLIES FREE FAMILY WORKSHOPS
Join us on the second Saturday of each month for a fun-filled workshop, led by experienced artists, recommended for children aged 5-11. Free to all but booking is recommended.
FOR 18 YEARS + COMMUNITY COMPANY
Our Curve Community Company is for anyone over the age of 18 interested in developing their skills as a performer in a fun and creative environment. Participants meet one evening a week over ten weeks and the sessions cover all aspects of actor training, with insights into the theatre industry. No previous experience is necessary, just a passion for performing.
The next Community Company will be starting in January 2025. For more information and how to register your interest please visit the Learning & Community tab on our website.
CURVE ASSOCIATE COMPANY CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS AT CURVE
Kainé Curve Junior Choir Mon 5-6pm
Kainé Leicester Women’s Choir Mon 6.30-8pm
Moving Together Keep Moving Dance Workshop Tue 1.30-2.30pm, Fri 10.30-11.30am
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.
Access our online resources through our Curve Classroom and Digital Learning Resource, or download our latest Schools Mailer for further information from the Education page on our website.
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. A space provided to network, raise the profile of drama and theatre and make connections across different key stages. To join the network and receive regular updates email learning@curvetheatre.co.uk
ARTISTS
We are here to support artists at all levels, from early career to experienced professionals, through coaching, networking and artist development programmes. We are committed to supporting and developing the professional practice of creatives, theatre-makers, practitioners and artists who live in or are originally from the Midlands.
FIRST FRIDAYS
Every first Friday of the month, one-to-one sessions are available with a member of Team Curve for local artists and companies who want to talk to us.
CURVE CONNECT
Curve Connect is our free membership and network scheme open to any professional artist or practitioner in or from the Midlands. Curve Connect offers Artist Development opportunities at Curve and from our partners, access to space in the building when available and social events.
SKILLS WORKSHOPS
Look out for skills building workshops for actors, writers, directors and producers. Delivered by professional artists, these workshops will focus on developing different areas of theatre making and performing.
NEIGHBOUR-HUBS WRITERS PROGRAMME
We’re excited to be working with five new writers from our local Neighbour-Hub areas, developing scripts with them over the winter. Look out for a sharing of this new work on 8 February 2025.
THEATRE DAYS
These behind-the-scenes sessions offer a very unique opportunity to learn more about theatre-making 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
MY FAIR LADY THEATRE DAY Wed 11 Dec, 10am-12pm
MURIEL’S WEDDING Wed 7 May 10am-12pm
Theatre Day tickets are £8 per individual or £5 per person for community and educational groups.
All Theatre Day events can be followed by a matinee performance, subject to availability (tickets available at additional cost).
To book, visit our website or call Box Office on 0116 242 3595
DISCOVER WITH CURVE –CAREERS IN THEATRE
Celebrating World Theatre Day Thu 27 Mar 2025 10am-12pm
An opportunity to find out more about the careers that make up the theatre industry from our team working across departments at Curve. Hear from a panel of experienced professionals and take the opportunity to meet the team for first-hand advice and information.
CURVE TOURS
Head behind-the-scenes of Curve with an exclusive tour of our building! Stand on our stages, see what happens backstage and learn more about how we bring shows to life.
Price £10, includes a complimentary drink in café. 11.30am-12.30pm on:
Sat 14 Dec – MY FAIR LADY
Sat 25 Jan – KINKY BOOTS
Sat 26 Apr – MURIEL’S WEDDING
The Queen and her most powerful subject, behind closed doors.
TUE 25 – SAT 29 MAR • STUDIO THEATRE
Moira Buffini’s clever and fiercely funny comedy is a fly-on-the-wall look at what might have happened when Queen Elizabeth II and Margaret Thatcher came face-to-face in the privacy of the palace.
Over the course of a decade did the Monarch and the Iron Lady ever find a common ground, or did their stiff upper lips reign supreme? This highly entertaining Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch and Theatre Nation Partnerships production explores the intense relationship between two of history’s most revered female leaders, and the legacy they each left behind.
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Tue-Sat 7.15pm, Thu & Sat 2.30pm
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FRI 25 – SAT 26 APR • STUDIO
Manchester 2017.
THEATRE
A chance meeting on a hook-up app sets two thirtysomething damaged hearts on a spectacular collision course. Born into Thatcher’s Britain of race riots and rampant homophobia and growing up in the shadow of Aids and Section 28, the pair form a trauma bond so tight, they might just survive it all. But sometimes survival means knowing when to leave.
TOXIC is the explosive new show from award-winning theatre maker Nathaniel J Hall (FIRST TIME, IT’S A SIN) that celebrates the resilience of the queer spirit.
Age restriction: 18+
Content warning: Contains scenes of an adult nature that some may find distressing.
SONGS OF THE BULBUL
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TUE 29 – WED 30 APR • STUDIO THEATRE
Bird song is ephemeral–like dance, it exists only in the moment—sung once, then lost to time.
SONGS OF THE BULBUL, a new dance work by Curve Associate Artist Aakash Odedra with choreography by Rani Khanam and music by Rushil Ranjan, is inspired by the ancient Sufi myth of a bulbul captured and held in captivity.
A sensitive, beautiful dialogue between Sufi Kathak, music that seamlessly blends orchestral and Indian Classical tradition, and Islamic Poetry, SONGS OF THE BULBUL invites audiences to witness a transformation transcending physical boundaries towards enlightenment. Through a journey from Persia to the subcontinent, from freedom to captivity, and the soul’s journey towards the divine love and enlightenment, Odedra poses a universal question: Will we, like the caged bird, remain bound to the material world, or will we soar towards a higher existence of liberation, and the divine?
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Photograph: Angela Grabowska
Director Simon Phillips
Choreographer Andrew Hallsworth Music Supervisor, Orchestrations, Arrangements & Additional Music Isaac Hayward Set Designer Matt Kinley Costume Designer Gabriela Tylesova Projection Designer Andrzej Goulding Lighting Designer Natasha Chivers Sound Designer Adam Fisher Casting Stuart Burt, CDG CDA
THU 10 APR – SAT 10 MAY • THEATRE
Stuck in a dead-end life in Porpoise Spit, Muriel dreams of the perfect wedding – the white dress, the church, the attention.
Unfortunately, there’s one thing missing: a groom. Following her dreams to Sydney, Muriel ends up with everything she ever wanted – a man, a fortune and a million social media followers. That’s when things start to go really wrong.
RSVP to the wedding of the year and enjoy this eccentric, laugh-out-loud musical featuring Megan Ellis as Muriel and Annabel Marlow as Rhonda, based on the iconic Australian film.
Show warnings: MURIEL’S WEDDING THE MUSICAL contains strong language, sexual references and adult themes. Parental guidance is recommended for children under the age of 12. *
PERFORMANCE TIMES See curveonline.co.uk for details
THEATRE DAY Wed 7 May 10am
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Book by PJ Hogan Music & Lyrics Kate Miller-Heidke and Keir Nuttall With additional songs by Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and Stig Anderson originally written for ABBA
GIFT VOUCHERS
Can’t choose between tickets for the divine MY FAIR LADY or the riotous MURIEL’S WEDDING? Treat your loved ones to Curve Gift Vouchers. Our vouchers can be purchased for any amount, have a three year expiration date and are redeemable on all shows at Curve.
NAME A SEAT
Name a Seat for someone special in one of our iconic theatre spaces whilst also supporting Curve as a registered charity. Find out more by visiting our website or by emailing give@curvetheatre.co.uk
GIFT A TICKET
We want everyone to experience amazing live theatre. Support our Gift a Ticket scheme and offer someone the opportunity to see a Made at Curve production. Donate at curveonline.co.uk/gift-a-ticket/
THEATRE
GIFT MEMBERSHIP
For the theatre-lover in the family, give the gift of priority booking and discounts with our Curve Memberships. Available from just £20, this is the gift that keeps on giving. Contact our Box Office team or visit our website curveonline.co.uk/gift-memberships.
“An
experience unlike any other in the Latin dance space we’ve seen in quite some time... CARMEN.maquia continues to haunt us in the most beautiful way.”
Latina Magazine
FRI 16 - SAT 17 MAY • THEATRE
Ballet Hispáncio return to Curve for LET’S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS 2025 with their electrifying reimagining of CARMEN, a contemporary take on Bizet’s beloved classic. The physically charged and sensual choreography fuses contemporary dance with nods to the Spanish paso doble, flamenco and movement of the Latin American Diaspora.
The full-length work is choreographed by Gustavo Ramírez Sansano, whose work, 18+1, featured as part of Ballet Hispánico’s repertoire at LET’S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS 2022.
Age guidance: 13+
PERFORMANCE TIMES Fri-Sat 7.30pm
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MON 19 MAY • THEATRE
Due to popular demand, following his sell-out tour, Sir Tim Rice, the multi-award-winning, internationally renowned lyricist, returns to Curve with his extraordinary live musical theatre event – MY LIFE IN MUSICALS – I KNOW HIM SO WELL
The show will see Tim Rice reflect on his illustrious career at the heart of musical theatre, sharing anecdotes behind the songs, with stories of his life and live performances including Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, Any Dream Will Do, Circle Of Life and I Know Him So Well, that are synonymous with his name and that of his collaborators.
PERFORMANCE TIME
7.30pm
TICKETS*
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TUE 27 – SAT 31 MAY • THEATRE
SIX makes its royal return to Curve following three sell-out visits!
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red.
Age guidance: 10+
Running time: 1 hour and 20 minutes (no interval)
Show warnings: Flashing lights, theatrical haze, loud music and strobe effects
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Tue, Thu & Sat 8pm, Wed, Fri 8.30pm, Wed, Fri 6pm & Sat 4pm
TICKETS*
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TUE 20 – SAT 24 MAY • THEATRE
Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.
PERFORMANCE TIMES Tue-Sat 7.30pm, Wed, Thu & Sat 2.15pm
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Adapted from Paula Hawkins’ novel – an international phenomenon selling over twenty million copies worldwide – this gripping new play will keep you guessing until the final moment.
Age guidance: 12+
Running time: Approximately 2 hours (including a 20 minute interval)
Show warnings: Strobe lighting
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TUE 20 – SAT 24 MAY • STUDIO THEATRE
Following hugely successful runs both in London and internationally, KIM’S CONVENIENCE is heading out on a UK tour!
Now a global smash hit, this hilarious and heartwarming comedy about a family-run Korean store that inspired the Netflix phenomenon, is written by Ins Choi, who calls the play his ‘love letter to his parents and to all firstgeneration immigrants who now call Canada their home.’
Age guidance: 15+
Running time: 75 minutes (no interval)
Show warnings: Replica Firearms.
There are discussions of race and a depiction of a firearm.
PERFORMANCE TIMES Tue-Sat 7.15pm, Sat 2.30pm
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TUE 3 – SAT 7 JUN • THEATRE
The long-running West End hit returns!
A truly terrifying theatrical experience created by THE LEAGUE OF GENTLEMEN’s Jeremy Dyson, and Andy Nyman, co-creator of Derren Brown’s television and stage shows. GHOST STORIES mixes the very best of theatre with the buzz of a thrill-ride, delivering something truly unique. When Professor Goodman, arch-sceptic out to debunk the paranormal, embarks on an investigation of three apparent hauntings – as recounted by a night-watchman, a teenage boy, and a businessman awaiting his first child – Goodman finds himself at the outer limits of rationality, and fast running out of explanations.
After exhilarating audiences for two years in the West End and across the world with record breaking, sell-out productions and a smash hit film, GHOST STORIES is “genuine scary fun” (Sunday Times), a worldwide phenomenon more spine-tingling and fantastically terrifying than ever. Are you brave enough to book?
Age Restriction: 15+
Running time: Approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes (no interval)
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Tue-Sat 7.30pm, Wed, Thu & Sat 2.15pm
TICKETS*
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ACCESS PERFORMANCES
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WARNING: Please be advised that GHOST STORIES contains moments of extreme shock and tension. The show is unsuitable for anyone under the age of 15. We strongly advise those of a nervous disposition to think very seriously before attending. Show warnings: This show uses smoke and haze throughout
‘BACK WITH A BANG AND A VENGEANCE’
MON 9 – SAT 14 JUN • THEATRE
Get ready for the ultimate rock experience as BAT OUT OF HELL roars back to the UK in 2025! The iconic music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf will once again shake the stage, delivering an electrifying journey that will ignite your love for rock like never before.
This heart-pounding experience delivers a new production with sprawling multi-level platforms to transport you from Raven’s bedroom to the underground world of the Lost in a visual feast that pushes the boundaries of live theatre.
The unmatched vocal talents of the cast will bring Meat Loaf’s anthems to life, including I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That), Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad, and, of course, Bat Out Of Hell
Age guidance: 12 +
Running time: 2 hours and 40 minutes (including a 20 minute interval)
PERFORMANCE TIMES Mon-Sat 7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.15pm
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TUE 10 – SAT 14 JUN • STUDIO THEATRE
Is it better to have a pig‘s heart that works… than a human heart that doesn’t?
Cameron is thirteen, and all he wants is to be normal – have friends, go to school, and dive to the bottom of his local swimming pool. But he desperately needs a heart transplant and time is running out. When he’s finally offered a new heart, Cameron must choose how far he’ll go to get his life back.
From the multi award-winning writer Malorie Blackman OBE, author of NOUGHTS AND CROSSES, this brilliant novel is brought to life in a brand-new adaptation by Winsome Pinnock, and is directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu in a Unicorn co-production with Sheffield Theatres and Children’s Theatre Partnership
PIG HEART BOY was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and adapted by the BBC into a Bafta award-winning TV series.
Age guidance: 9+
Running time: 1 hour and 50 minutes (including a 20 minute interval)
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Tue 7pm, Wed-Sat 2pm, Wed, Thu & Fri 10.30am
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SUPPORT OUR WORK
Join as a Supporter, Friend, Patron or a member of our Made at Curve Circle today and support us as a charity, all whilst enjoying closer access to all things Curve. You can help us continue to offer outstanding theatrical experiences that are accessible and inclusive for everyone in Leicester, Leicestershire and beyond. All funds we receive are re-invested in our work, both on and off our stages. Here are just some examples of what donations achieved in 2023-24:
Our Curve Young Community Company groups (CYCC) enabled 400+ young people aged 5-19 to learn new skills, make friends and have fun.
Our Made at Curve productions played to over 1,000,000 people in Leicester and on tour.
Our community ensemble told the story of Leicester, its people and its title-winning football club in the brand-new play FANTASTIC FOXES.
Our Artist Development Programme offered networking, training and career opportunities to 1,161 Midlands creatives.
We programmed more than 140 access performances to ensure everyone can enjoy our shows.
Our creative workshops in care homes and Memory Cafés supported 500 elders and people living with dementia.
MON 16 – SAT 21 JUN • THEATRE
“Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery… all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts”. So begins the international multi-award-winning musical, CHICAGO
Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today’s tabloids.
Created by the musical theatre talents of John Kander, Fred Ebb and legendary choreographer Bob Fosse, CHICAGO’s sexy, sassy score with one show-stopping song after another includes Razzle Dazzle, Cell Block Tango and All That Jazz. With 6 Tony® Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy® and thousands of standing ovations, CHICAGO truly is “SUPERB” (Daily Telegraph).
Don’t miss out, book now! It would be criminal to miss it...
From £34.50 plus a £2 booking fee per order** 15% off for Members
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
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To discuss opportunities for support, please contact our Fundraising Team on 0116 402 6345 or email give@curvetheatre.co.uk
SPONSORS AND CORPORATE SUPPORT PRINCIPAL FUNDERS
TRUSTS AND FOUNDATIONS
Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust
Backstage Trust
Garfield Weston Foundation
PARTNERS
MADE AT CURVE CIRCLE
Jane Harris-Lock
Jon and Katey Jorgensen
J.J. Murphy
Neil and Tanya Russ
Headley Trust
Mackintosh Foundation
The Martin Trust for Young People
National Lottery Community Fund
Wolfson Foundation
PATRONS
Andrea Gray
Ros and Alan Haigh
Simon Harrison
Paul Hurst
FRIENDS AND BUSINESS FRIENDS
Angelic Photo
Annie Bannister
Yvonne Burge
Anthony and Lisa Clare
Mike Dalzell
Nikolai Foster
Linda Fox
Neil and Jackie Frettsome
Pepe Gallardo Mora
The Gresham Aparthotel
Mike Griffiths
Alan Heggs
Peter Hollis
Helen Johnson
KAS Electrical Services
Jonathan Kerry
Katrina Kinch
Robert and Janie Martin
Barbara Matthews
Lynne McCormack
JK Training
Jeremy and Mary-Vere Parr
David and Diane Statham
Weightmans LLP
Elizabeth Owen
Paula René
Jean Roberts
The Rowleys Partnership Ltd
Surinder and Vijay Sharma
Ali Sinclair
Chris Stafford
Steven Mather Solicitor
Philip and Alison Tasker
Robert David Williamson – in memoriam
1 – 5 JUL
– 25 OCT
THE MUSICALTHE MUSICAL
BOOK DENNIS KELLY MUSIC & LYRICS TIM MINCHIN CELEBRATING 15 YEARS
DirectOR NIKOLAI FOSTER
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.
are available to book at any time at 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 discounts and benefits for groups of 10+ for most shows. For more information, please call the Box Office or email 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. If no specific discount is available for children, the full ticket rate will apply. As part of Health and Safety regulations, every person wishing to enter the auditorium must be in possession of a valid ticket, including Babes in Arms. For children Under 2, an Infant ticket will be available for a nominal charge of £2 where applicable. Some restrictions may apply to specific performances - please check with our Box Office team who will be able to provide more information.
BOOKING FEES
Curve has enjoyed a successful year, creating and presenting extraordinary work on our stages and engaging our many communities through our inclusive programme of participation and learning.
We are incredibly proud of our subsidised pricing and free and low-cost events which make Curve accessible to as many people as possible. We will always protect that access and inclusivity.
At the same time, we are being confronted by increased costs and financial challenges. We have to ensure that we can continue to make and present world-class theatre for our audiences during a challenging economic climate.
From Monday 1 July 2024, we re-introduced a non-refundable £2 booking fee per order added to all new orders where a monetary value is attributed to the ticket. To keep the impact as minimal as possible, this will be a flat fee of £2 that is not linked to the number of tickets you are purchasing. It will be clearly signposted alongside the advertised ticket price and will be added to your order at the end of the transaction. The fee will be directly reinvested into activities both on and off our stages. Nobody likes price increases, but your continued support will enable us to continue to offer outstanding theatre whilst keeping Curve open to all.
For full information including our terms and conditions of sale and acceptance, which includes the aforementioned booking fee please visit curveonline.co.uk and click on terms and conditions.
• Published ticket prices include a 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, as E-Tickets free of charge.
• All tickets are non-refundable except in the case of a cancelled or rescheduled 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.
• Anyone under the Age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who must be seated with the child and accompany them throughout their visit.
• 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.
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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.
A limited number of £10 tickets are available for every performance, for everyone. Call the Box Office on 0116 242 3595 for more details and to check availability.
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 documentation each time you book. Once registered, you may be eligible for 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.
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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
