Key Theatre Spring Season 2018

The Key Theatre

Spring 2018 Family, Drama, Comedy, Variety, Music, Dance & More

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Welcome To the Key Theatre Spring season We’re delighted to welcome you to our Spring season brochure packed with a full range of shows and entertainment this season.

Please call our friendly Box Office team on 01733 207 239 to discuss your booking or go online to vivacity-peterborough.com/keytheatre.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Key Theatre soon.

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SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

Fairport Convention

Ruby Turner

The Scary Bikers

Jimmy Osmond

Horrible Histories

Jon Boden and the Remnant Kings

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Family

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Drama

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VIVACITY PRESENTS

Family films

Six Nations

SELECTED WEEKENDS • MAIN HOUSE

SELECTED WEEKENDS • MAIN HOUSE

Missed it first time round? On selected weekends, catch some of the newest cinema releases at a fraction of the price.

Check online each month or sign up to our mailing list to be the first to find out what will be shown.

Make the most of the cinema experience with our snack packs – including popcorn, a drink, chocolate and fruit. Price £2.50

Catch all of the England games of the greatest tournament of the year, larger than you’ve ever seen them before. The nearest thing to being at the match is having the full 80 minutes screened live on the big screen.

Claim back the cost of your ticket at the bar in return for a complimentary drink - see below for details.

PERFORMANCE TIMES 13 JAN 11AM 20 JAN 11AM 27 JAN 11AM 03 FEB 2PM 11 FEB 11AM 25 FEB 1PM 03 MAR 11AM 10 MAR 2PM 31 MAR 11AM 04 APR 11AM 05 APR 11AM 15 APR 11AM 28 APR 11AM

DATE KICK OFF

4 FEB • MAIN 3PM 10 FEB • STUDIO 4.45PM 24 FEB • STUDIO 4.45PM 10 MAR • STUDIO 4.45PM 17 MAR • MAIN 2.45PM

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TICKETS £4.50

Includes complimentary alcoholic beverage or 2 soft / hot drinks £1.50 CHILD Includes soft drink (up to 14 years)

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TICKETS £3

Adult - £9.50 - Includes alcoholic/non alcoholic beverage & choice of basket meal at the Riverside Restaurant Child - £6.50 - basket meal plus a soft drink.

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£13 STUDENT PAIR -

SPRING 2018 / JANUARY

ON THE DAY

ROYAL OPERA HOUSE LIVE PRESENTS

Rigoletto

5 EASTERN ANGLES PRESENTS

The corruption of innocence is at the heart of Verdi’s potent tragedy, produced for The Royal Opera. When the Duke seduces Rigoletto’s daughter Gilda, it seems a curse takes effect.

The Lady Killers of Orton Brimbles

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

TUE 23 - SAT 27 JAN • STUDIO Eastern Angles are back with their annual winter comedy spoof. This year, the energetic company are turning their attention to the famous 1950s Ealing comedy, The Ladykillers.

Expect the usual fast-paced, anarchic musical mayhem, this time with a Peterborough setting!

“Worthy of West End transfer!”

The Observer on Dial M for Murgatroyd

BALLET THEATRE UK PRESENTS

The Snow Queen THU 25 JAN, 7PM • MAIN HOUSE Inspiration for Disney’s Frozen, this spectacular production follows the story of Gerda and Kay, whom the Snow Queen has placed under an evil spell. Only Gerda’s love for Kay can release him from the Snow Queen' curse of eternal Winter.

TICKETS £19, £13.50 CHILD (inc fees)

PERFORMANCE TIMES TUE 23 – SAT 27 JAN 7.45PM PLUS THU & SAT 2.30PM TICKETS £14.50 (TUE-THU), £13 CONC (TUE-THU), £16.50 (FRI-SAT), £14 CONC (FRI-SAT) (inc fees)

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TUE 16 JAN, 7.15PM • MAIN HOUSE

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METROPOLITAN OPERA NY LIVE PRESENTS

Tosca SAT 27 JAN, 5.55PM • MAIN HOUSE Sir David McVicar’s ravishing new production offers a splendid backdrop for two extraordinary sopranos sharing the title role of the jealous prima donna: Kristine Opolais and Anna Netrebko.

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC, (inc fees)

BLACKEYED THEATRE PRESENTS

The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde TUE 30 JAN • MAIN HOUSE A thrilling adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s dark psychological fantasy, immerses you in the myth and mystery of 19th century London’s fog-bound streets where love, betrayal and murder lurk at every chilling twist and turn. Gripping, stylish and thought-provoking, this is unmissable theatre. Go on...treat your dark side!

“One of the most innovative, audacious companies working in contemporary English Theatre” The Stage

The Johnny Cash Roadshow THU 1 FEB, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE After 12 years of touring the British Isles, Roger Dean revisits the Johnny Cash story. If you saw the film ‘Walk the Line’ then you will not want to miss this fantastic show!

TICKETS £21.50/£19.50 OVER 60 (inc fees)

PERFORMANCE TIMES TUE 30 JAN 7.30PM TICKETS £17.50, £13.50 OVER 60 £11.50 SCHOOLS £11.50 KTC (inc fees)

SPRING 2018 / JANUARY DOTTED LINE LTD PRESENTS

Fairport Convention supported by Winter Wilson WED 31 JAN • MAIN HOUSE Fairport Convention has been making great music for over fifty years. Credited with originating British folk-rock music, the band has been through many changes but the current members retain a passion for live performance. This year’s Winter Tour will feature a mix of long-established Fairport favourites and new material from their most recent studio album 50:50@50 celebrating their Golden anniversary.

Whether you are a long-time fan or a newcomer to their music, an evening with Fairport Convention is sure to surprise and delight you.

“Impressive musicians with a great back catalogue... (they) take chances and clearly enjoy themselves.”

The Guardian

“Vigorous and confident... the music leapt around the room.”

The Mirror

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.30PM TICKETS £26.50 (inc fees)

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BRIAN SHAW PRESENTS

JAMES MCDERMOTT PRESENTS

Richard Digance

Rubber Ring

FRI 2 FEB, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

FRI 2 FEB, 7.45PM • STUDIO

Many play guitar and tell stories but not many have supported Robin Williams or played a guitar duet with Brian May of Queen. Having started his career at the Key, Richard returns following a roaring success at the Edinburgh Festival.

A coming of age comedy about an East Anglian boy’s struggle with sexual and regional identity.

When pop star Morrissey comes to London, Jimmy flees to the city to try and find his hero and himself. With a post-show Q and A. Age 14+

TICKETS £18.50(inc fees)

TICKETS £11.50(inc fees)

BARRY COLLINGS ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS

IN ASSOCIATION WITH HUNTINGDON & PETERBOROUGH WOMEN'S INSTITUTES, VIVACITY PRESENTS

The Traveling Wilburys Experience

Suffragette

SAT 3 FEB, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

SUN 4 FEB, 11.30AM • MAIN HOUSE

The Big O & The Wilburys Tribute show is back - bigger and better than ever! Come and celebrate with the band as they commemorate 30 YEARS since the Wilburys original album release and pay a special tribute to The Big O.

To celebrate the centenary of the first women in Britain gaining the vote, we are hosting a film and small presentation looking at women and suffrage in Peterborough. Introduced by PhD student and local historian, Hazel Perry.

TICKETS £21.50/£20.50 CONC (inc fees)

TICKETS £4.50 (inc fees) Price includes tea and biscuits

£13 STUDENT PAIR -

Tosca WED 7 FEB, 7.15PM • MAIN HOUSE RUMPUS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

The Ghost’s Touch MON 5 - TUE 6 FEB • MAIN HOUSE A ghostly woman leads a poor widower into a web of lust and revenge as she reaches out from beyond the grave. This spooky play will have your heart racing as you sit tight on the edge of your seat.

A haunting play based on the chilling tale by Wilkie Collins’, the author of The Woman In White. Starring Terri Dwyer (Law and Order UK, Holby City, 60 Minute Makeover, Good Morning, etc) as the mysterious Mrs Zant and Mark Homer (EastEnders, Casualty, Silent Witness, etc)

Jonathan Kent’s production for The Royal Opera captures the dangerous political turbulence of Rome in 1800. His dark, demonic music contrasts with the expansive melodies of the idealistic lovers, Tosca and Cavaradossi.

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

house AND THE ROYAL COURT PRESENTS

Manwatching PERFORMANCE TIMES MON 5- TUE 6 FEB 7.30PM TUE MATINEE 2.30PM TICKETS £18, £15.50 CONC £11.50 KTC (inc fees)

THU 8 FEB, 7.45PM • STUDIO A funny and frank insight into heterosexual female desire. Written by an anonymous woman read out loud by an unprepared man.

TICKETS £11.50 (inc fees)

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ROYAL OPERA HOUSE LIVE PRESENTS

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ON THE DAY

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AVALON PRESENTS

The Horne Section FRI 9 FEB, 8PM • MAIN HOUSE LIVERPOOL’S ROYAL COURT PRESENTS

Following their hit BBC Radio 4 series, and many years of sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and London’s West End, don’t miss everyone’s favourite Dictionary Corner regulars on 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.

Judy and Liza

TICKETS £19

Be taken on an emotional rollercoaster as we discover the uncanny parallels between some of Judy Garland and Lizas Minelli's most iconic songs and their own personal lives, so often blighted with tragedy and loneliness. West End star Emma Dears takes on the role of Liza Minelli.

(inc fees)

MON 12 FEB • MAIN HOUSE

SWEENEY ENTERTAINMENTS PRESENTS

Pop Divas SUN 11 FEB, 6PM • MAIN HOUSE The best songs from all your favourite female stars. Little Mix will cast some Black Magic and Katy Perry will Roar as five enormously talented girls bring you up close and personal with the greatest pop performers of today.

TICKETS £13.50 (inc fees)

PERFORMANCE TIMES MON 12 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS £26.50 (inc fees)

SPRING 2018 / FEBRUARY RTR PRODUCTIONS LTD PRESENTS

Ruby Turner

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SAT 10 FEB • MAIN HOUSE

"The arrival of a great British gospel album is not an everyday occurence - but this passionate yet beautifully restrained album fits the bill. Classy"

For many years Ruby Turner has been regarded as having one of the greatest voices the UK has ever produced. Ruby can breathe life and meaning into a song whether it is a passionate soaring ballad or a soulful up-tempo groove. Her career to date has been sensational with major tours, film, TV and theatre appearances.

Described as truly the genuine article and blessed with a voice that has been likened to Aretha Franklin and Janis Joplin, Ruby continues to win the hearts and minds of an ever growing and diverse fan base.

Uncut Magazine

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.45PM TICKETS £21.50 (inc fees)

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METROPOLITAN OPERA NY LIVE PRESENTS

L'Elisir D'Amore

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FINGERSMITHS PRESENTS

Up ‘n’ Under

by John Godber MON 12 - WED 14 FEB • STUDIO The Wheatsheaf Arms rugby team, the laughing stock of Castleford’s Amateur Rugby League Seven-a-Side tournament have never won a game, don’t have seven players and spend more time in the pub than on the pitch.

With just 5 weeks to go, our hero coach Arthur has to convince them they can beat the mighty Cobbler’s Arms, but first he has to work out how to communicate with them….

John Godber’s award winning comedy, Up ’n’ Under, is given Fingersmiths’ spin with a cast of deaf and hearing actors using British Sign Language and spoken English to delight all audiences.

TUE 13 FEB, 5PM • MAIN HOUSE The poor country boy Nemorino is in love with Adina, a confident landowner, but she is way out of his league—financially and otherwise. But when he buys a “love potion” from a travelling quack, the results are rather more than he bargained for.

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

RSC LIVE PRESENTS

Twelfth Night PERFORMANCE TIMES MON 12 - WED 14 FEB 7.45PM TICKETS £16 (inc fees)

WED 14 FEB, 7PM • MAIN HOUSE Christopher Luscombe, Director of the ‘glorious’ Love’s Labour’s Lost and Much Ado About Nothing (2014 and 2016), returns to tackle Shakespeare’s greatest comedy, a brilliantly bittersweet account of "the whirligig of time".

TICKETS £11.50 (inc fees)

RONNIE SCOTT’S JAZZ CLUB PRESENTS

The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook

FRI 16 FEB, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE This stunning 100% live show combine's first class music together with slick choreography, and an amazing band. Truly outstanding, the best Motown experience you will ever have!

THU 15 FEB • MAIN HOUSE Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club and combining world-class live jazz, narration and rare archive images and footage, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to celebrate ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook’.

Since it’s humble beginnings as a basement music bar where musicians would jam, through to the internationally acclaimed music venue it is today, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club has showcased the music of some of the world’s greatest and most influential Artists.

TICKETS £26.50 (inc fees)

BOTTLE ROCKET COMEDY PRESENTS

Key Comedy Night PERFORMANCE TIMES FRI 15 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS £19.50 (inc fees)

ft. Rachel Parris & Chris Washington FRI 16 FEB, 7.45PM • STUDIO Rachel Parris is an award-winning musical comedian, actor and improviser. Supported by Chris Washington (Edinburgh Best Newcomer Nominee), hotly tipped rising star Kai Samra and James Gill as MC. Line Up subject to change.

TICKETS £12.50/£10.50 CONC (inc fees)

SPRING 2018 / FEBRUARY

Motown’s Greatest Hits – How Sweet It Is

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NETT UK LTD PRESENTS

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14 NETT UK LTD PRESENTS

ALEX BEARMAN MUSIC PRESENTS

The Burlesque Show

Martin and Eliza Carthy

SAT 17 FEB • MAIN HOUSE

SUN 18 FEB • MAIN HOUSE

Welcome to a stunning night of sophisticated tease, wonderful comedy, magic and music featuring the UK's finest artistes of the genre.

Beautiful choreography, hilarious routines, classic comedy and daring magic combine to deliver the most highly regarded production of its kind in the UK. For a truly delicious night of tassels, tease and titivating laughter, join us for our fun-filled evening of Burlesque.

The good Doctor Martin Carthy and his twice Mercury nominated daughter Eliza Carthy, join forces to perform songs from their first duo album ever, a CD of traditional material entitled The Elephant.

For more than 50 years Martin Carthy has been one of folk music's greatest innovators, one of its best loved, most enthusiastic and, at times, most quietly controversial of figures.

Eliza Carthy is undoubtedly one of the most impressive and engaging performers of her generation.

PERFORMANCE TIMES SAT 17 FEB 7.30PM

PERFORMANCE TIMES SUN 18 FEB 7.30PM

TICKETS £23.50 (inc fees)

TICKETS £18.50 (inc fees)

SPRING 2018 / FEBRUARY THE JOHN GODBER COMPANY AND THE THEATRE ROYAL WAKEFIELD PRESENTS

The Scary Bikers

PERFORMANCE TIMES MON 19 - TUE 20 FEB 7.30PM TUE MATINEE 2.30PM

MON 19 - TUE 20 FEB • MAIN HOUSE

TICKETS £15.50 £12.50 CONC £11.50 MATINEE £11.50 KTC (inc fees)

A new comedy about life, love and staying on your bike from acclaimed playwright John Godber (Bouncers and Teechers).

When retired miner Don and former private school teacher Carol meet at a bereavement group, they thought they’d found a new beginning. But a bike ride through Europe would test their budding romance, and the road to love is rocky when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object.

Join them on their hilarious and heartfelt journey, as they reconcile the past, debate the present and worry about the future. Whether they’re saddle sore in Southampton, blistered in Bordeaux or frazzled in Florence, one thing is for sure – it takes two to tandem!

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Letz Zep

16 KELLY-ABBOTT DANCE THEATRE PRESENTS

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Launch Day WED 21 FEB • MAIN HOUSE Inspired by the paintings of regionally based artist Alexander Millar, Launch Day is a celebration of the North East and all its industrial glory. Launch Day boasts exciting and powerful movement that brings Millar’s iconic paintings to life and will delight anyone with a passion for the industrial history of the region. Co-commissioned by Dance City and Queen's Hall Hexham.

THU 22 FEB, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE 45 years ago legendary British rock band Led Zeppelin released their best work, their untitled fourth album. Now Letz Zep are the most successful and in demand tribute act to Led Zeppelin on the planet!

TICKETS £19.50/£16.50 CONC (inc fees)

“Launch Day is a beautiful work and deserves to be performed region wide and beyond.”

Fresh Northeast, 2015

NT LIVE PRESENTS

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof PERFORMANCE TIMES WED 21 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS £16.50 £11.50 STUDENT (inc fees)

THU 22 FEB, 7PM • STUDIO Following his smash hit production of A Streetcar Named Desire, Benedict Andrews’ ‘thrilling revival’ (New York Times) stars Sienna Miller alongside, Jack O’Connell and Colm Meaney. Age 15+ TICKETS £11.50 (inc fees)

FRI 23 FEB, 7.45PM • STUDIO YELLOWSTONE EVENTS LIMITED PRESENTS

The Neil Diamond Story FRI 23 FEB • MAIN HOUSE Bob Drury returns to the Key Theatre with his band in a brand new show celebrating the life and music of the legend that is Neil Diamond.

Including music from every stage of a staggering music career spanning five decades.

Sexy and howlingly funny, this is the kind of theatre that raises the spirits ... and the libido.

Join our multi-talented multi-cultural cast and be ready to take to the stage yourself as we show Peterborough how Russians have fun. Age 18+ TICKETS £10 (inc fees)

"Bob, it was great hearing you last night and I was totally blown away by your level of musicianship on guitar" Mark LeVang, keyboard player with Neil Diamond's band METROPOLITAN OPERA NY LIVE PRESENTS

La Bohème PERFORMANCE TIMES FRI 23 FEB 7.30PM TICKETS £21.50 (inc fees)

SUN 25 FEB, 2.30PM • MAIN HOUSE The passionate, timeless, and indelible story of love among young artists in Paris, can stake its claim as the world’s most popular opera. La Bohème is the definitive depiction of the joys and sorrows of love and loss.

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

SPRING 2018 / FEBRUARY

Sex in the City

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SAIME THEATRE STUDIO PRESENTS

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NICK LEIGH ASSOCIATES LTD PRESENTS

Jimmy Osmond – Moon River and Me SAT 24 FEB • MAIN HOUSE Jimmy Osmond began his performing career at the tender age of three with Andy Williams on his television series. This year marks Jimmy’s fiftieth anniversary in show business.

Jimmy will sing the songs that made Andy Williams so beloved by millions including Music To Watch Girls By, Happy Heart, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Almost There, May Each Day, Days Of Wine And Roses, and, of course, the song that was to become his theme tune, Moon River.

Come and relive the dream with Jimmy Osmond singing the songs of Andy Williams.

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.30 PM TICKETS £35.50 (inc fees)

£13 STUDENT PAIR -

SPRING 2018 / FEBRUARY

ON THE DAY

ROYAL OPERA HOUSE LIVE PRESENTS

The Winter’s Tale

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WED 28 FEB, 7.15PM • MAIN HOUSE

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

TERRY DASH MUSIC PRESENTS

A Salute to Sinatra with Matt Ford FRI 2 MAR • MAIN HOUSE Award winning singer Matthew Ford is widely regarded as the finest big band singer in the UK, and he is delighted to present this show which celebrates Ol’ Blue Eyes and the Swing Legends.

As always his nine piece band will feature the UK’s finest musicians, who with Matt, will perform a comprehensive celebration of the hits of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Matt Monro, Sammy Davis Jr many more.

“One of the finest voices this country has ever produced" Clare Teal, BBC Radio2

TALON MUSIC LTD PRESENTS

The Lionel Richie Songbook THU 1 MAR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE This brand new production features a stellar line-up of world class musicians plus the awesome talent of Malcolm Pitt as the voice of Lionel Richie in this high octane show which includes all the greatest hits.

TICKETS £21.50 (inc fees)

PERFORMANCE TIMES FRI 2 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS £20.50 (inc fees)

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Shakespeare’s tale of love and loss becomes compelling dance drama in Christopher Wheeldon’s ballet adaptation. The story follows the destruction of a marriage through consuming jealousy and a seemingly hopeless love.

Calendar

February

SPRING 2018 / CALENDAR

January Sat 13

Family Film

11am

4

Sun 11

Pop Divas

6.00pm

10

Sat 20

Family Film

11am

4

Mon 12

Judy and Liza

7.30pm

10

Tue 23 The Lady Killers Sat 27

2.30pm 7.45pm

5

7.45pm

12

Thu 25

The Snow Queen

7pm

5

Mon 12 - Up n Under Wed 14 by John Godber Met Live Tue 13 L'Elisir D'Amore

5.00pm

12

Sat 27

Family Film

11am

4

Wed 14

RSC Twelfth Night

7.00pm

12

Sat 27

Met Live Tosca

5.55pm

6

Thu 15

Ronnie Scott's Soho Songbook

7.30pm

13

Sun 28

Glasshouse

2.30pm

36

Fri 16

Motown's Greatest Hits

7.30pm

13

Tue 30

Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

7.30pm

6

Fri 16

Key Comedy Night

7.45pm

13

Wed 31

Fairport Convention

7.30pm

7

Sat 17

Burlesque Show

7.30pm

14

Sun 18

Eliza and Martin Carthy

7.30pm

14

Sun 18

Glasshouse

2.30pm

36

20

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Spring Season January - April

February Thu 1

Johnny Cash Roadshow

7.30pm

6

Mon 19 The Scary Bikers Tue 20

2.30pm 7.30pm

15

Fri 2

Richard Digance

7.30pm

8

Wed 21

Launch Day

7.30pm

16

7.00pm

16

Fri 2

Rubber Ring

7.45pm

8

Thu 22

NT Live Cat on a Hot Tin Roof

Sat 3

Family Film

2pm

4

Thu 22

Letz Zep

7.30pm

16

Sat 3

The Travelling Wilburys Experience

7.30pm

8

Fri 23

Viva Neil Diamond

7.30pm

17

Sun 4

Suffragette

11.30am

8

Fri 23

Sex in the City

7.45pm

17

Feb 4 Six Nations Mar 17 Mon 5 The Ghost's Touch Tue 6

3pm

4

Sat 24

Jimmy Osmond

7.30pm

18

2.30pm 7.30pm

9

Sun 25

Family Film

1pm

4

Wed 7

ROH Tosca

7.15pm

9

Sun 25

Met Live La Boheme

2.30pm

17

Thu 8

Manwatching

7.45pm

9

Wed 28 ROH The Winter's Tale

7.15pm

19

Fri 9

The Horne Section

8.00pm

10

Sat 10

Ruby Turner

7.45pm

11

Sun 11

Family Film

11am

4

Family

Drama

Comedy

Variety

Spoken Word

Book now 01733 207 239 or visit vivacity-peterborough.com Thu 1

Lionel Richie Songbook

7.30pm

19

Thu 29

The Lock-in 'Folk Fairy Tale'

7.30pm

28

Fri 2

Salute to Sinatra with Matt Ford

7.30pm

19

Sun 18

Family Film

12pm

4

Sat 3

Family Film

11am

4

Sat 31

Met Live Cosi Fan Tutte

5.55pm

27

Sun 4

Frankenstein for Kids

11.30am 3.30pm

22

Sun 4

Last night of the Proms

7.30pm

22

April

Mon 5

Teechers

7.30pm

22

Wed 4

ROH Live Macbeth

7.15pm

28

Tue 6

ROH Carmen

6.45pm

23

Fri 6 Sat 7

Horrible Histories

1.30pm 4.30pm

29

Wed 7

Dusty and the Shades

7.30pm

23

Fri 6

Carl Hutchinson

7.45pm

28

Thu 8

Bobby Mair

7.45pm

24

Thu 8 & Fri 9

8pm

24

Wed 11 2.30pm The Importance of being Earnest Sat 14 7.30pm

30

Joe Lycett

Wed 11

RSC Live Macbeth

7.00pm

30

Fri 9

Ellie Taylor

7.45pm

24

Sat 14

Met Live Luisa Miller

5.30pm

30

Sat 10

Family Film

2pm

4

Sun 15

Barron Knights

7.30pm

31

Sat 10

Daliso Chaponda

8pm

24 Sun 15

Little Red Riding Hood

31

Sat 10

Stephen Bailey

8.30pm

24

1.30pm 11.30am

Tue 17

32

Rob Kemp: The Elvis Dead

7.30pm

24

Maggie Bell and Dave Kelly

7.30pm

Sun 11 Sun 11

Shappi Khorsandi

8pm

24

Thu 19

Mark Steel

8.00pm

32

Mon 12

Met Live Semiramide

5.55pm

23

Sat 20 Ugly Chief Sun 21

7.45pm

32

Fri 20

Carpenters Gold

7.30pm

32

Sat 21

Little Mix Experience

2.00pm

33

Wed 25 Stacey Kent

7.30pm

33

Thu 26

Pasadena Roof Orchestra

7.30pm

33

Tue 13 Music Festival Sat 17 Tue 20 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Sat 24

7.30pm

25

2.30pm 7.30pm

25

Tue 20

Lady Windermere's Fan Live

7.15pm

23

Wed 21

How to Die of a Broken Heart

7.30pm

26

Thu 22

NT Live Julius Ceasar

7.00pm

26

Fri 27

Si Cranstoun

7.30pm

34

Fri 23

Science Blast- The Great Scientists

7.30pm

26

Fri 27

Key Comedy Night

7.45pm

34

Sun 25

The Bob Dylan Story

7.30pm

27

Sat 28

Met Live Cendrillon

5.55pm

34

Tue 27

ROH Bernstein Centenary

7.15pm

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Sun 29

Glasshouse

2.30pm

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7.30pm

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Sun 29

Jon Boden and the Remnant Kings

7.30pm

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Wed 28 Circus of Horrors

Musical Theatre

Screenings

Dance

Community

Music

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CIRCO RIDICULOSO PRESENTS

Frankenstein for Kids SUN 4 MAR, 11.30AM & 3.30PM • STUDIO A marvellous monster is created and comes alive! Can Igor teach the friendly monster to dance in time? Step into a fabulously quirky show – a hilarious fusion of silliness, storytelling and brilliant balloon puppetry. Age 4+ TICKETS £9 (inc fees)

BLACKEYED THEATRE PRESENTS

Teechers

by John Godber MON 5 MAR • MAIN HOUSE Blackeyed Theatre revives its highly-acclaimed production of John Godber’s classic comedy about life at a struggling ‘sink school’ for Mr Nixon, an unsuspecting new drama teacher. Featuring breathtaking ensemble performances and a bang-up-to-date soundtrack, Teechers brings to life an array of terrifying teachers and hopeless pupils through the unique eyes of Salty, Gail and Hobby; three Year 11 students about to leave school for good.

“Top of the class - 10/10” British Theatre Guide

Last Night of the Proms SUN 4 MAR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE The Mayor and Mayoress of the City of Peterborough present their Last Night of the Proms Concert performed by The Band of the Royal Anglian Regiment. All proceeds to the Mayors Charities.

TICKETS £15/£10 U16

PERFORMANCE TIMES MON 5 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS £17.50 £13.50 OVER 60 £11.50 SCHOOLS £11.50 KTC (inc fees)

£13 STUDENT PAIR -

ROYAL OPERA HOUSE LIVE PRESENTS

MBM INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS

Carmen

Dusty and the Shades

TUE 6 MAR, 6.45PM • MAIN HOUSE

WED 7 MAR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

The ROH present the classic combination of passion, sensuality and violence with one of the most famous operas. Numbers such as the Habanera and the Toreador Song have permeated the popular consciousness as little else has.

The ever-graceful Shades of the 60s take you on a journey through the artists and writers who worked with Dusty over a career spanning 3 decades; including hits by Burt Bacharach, Carole King, Aretha Franklin.

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC

TICKETS £19.50/£17.50 GROUPS 10+

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METROPOLITAN OPERA NY LIVE PRESENTS

MORE2SCREEN PRESENTS LIVE

Semiramide

Lady Windermere's Fan

MON 12 MAR, 5.55PM • MAIN HOUSE

TUE 20 MAR, 7.15PM • STUDIO

This masterpiece of dazzling vocal fireworks makes a rare Met appearance—its first in nearly 25 years. The all-star bel canto cast features Angela Meade in the title role of the murderous Queen of Babylon.

A new production of Oscar Wilde's social comedy, Lady Windermere’s Fan, staged at the Vaudeville Theatre in London's West End, and directed by award-winning writer, actor and director Kathy Burke.

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC/£11.50 CHILD (inc fees)

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ON THE DAY

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£17.50 GROUPS 10+

SPRING 2018 / MARCH

We are thrilled to announce that the Key Comedy Festival returns for its sixth year.

Thu 8 – Sun 11 March

Ellie Taylor FRI 9 MAR, 7.45PM • STUDIO £15.50/£13.50 CONC (inc fees) This Guy Following a sell-out Edinburgh Festival season the star of countless TV hits discusses whether she should breed.

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Joe Lycett THU 8 & FRI 9 MAR I'm about to lose control and I think Joe Lycett SOLD OUT

Daliso Chaponda SAT 10 MAR What the African Said Britain's Got Talent's breakout star comes to the Key. SOLD OUT

Bobby Mair

Shappi Khorsandi

THU 8 MAR, 7.45PM • STUDIO TICKETS £14

SUN 11 MAR, 8PM • MAIN HOUSE TICKETS £16.50/14.50 CONC

Loudly Insecure An instantly recognisable face on British television and the UK comedy circuit, Bobby returns to Peterborough

Mistress and Misfit Shappi has whip-crack jokes and is effortlessly funny as she handles every subject with a razor sharp wit.

Stephen Bailey SAT 10 MAR, 8.30PM • STUDIO TICKETS £14 Can’t Think Straight Stephen Bailey’s friendly, open brand of gossipy humour has made him one of the most enjoyable acts in the UK. 16+

Rob Kemp: The Elvis Dead SUN 11 MAR, 7.30PM • STUDIO TICKETS £13.50 Take a trip to a cabin in the Tennessee backwoods to witness: Cult classic horror movie Evil Dead 2 reinterpreted with the songs of Elvis Presley.

SPRING 2018 / MARCH

PETERBOROUGH MUSIC HUB PRESENTS

Music Festival

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TUE 13 & SAT 17 MAR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

TICKETS £5/£3 CONC (inc fees)

PODS PRESENTS

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels TUE 20 - SAT 24 MAR • MAIN HOUSE Hot off the heels of their hugely successful productions of Hairspray and 9 to 5, PODS are proud to return to the Key to present their newest musical comedy. Based on the smash-hit 1988 film of the same name starring Michael Caine and Steve Martin, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a hilarious caper set in the French Riviera, complete with toe-tapping tunes, side-splitting comedy and a generous handful of mischief.

PETERBOROUGH MUSIC HUB PRESENTS

New Youth Music Showcase THU 15 MAR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE The New Youth Music Showcase competition returns, providing a fantastic opportunity for young people writing new music to perform their work in public, receive feedback from an industry professional and compete for cash prizes.

TICKETS £5/£3 CONC

PERFORMANCE TIMES TUE 20 – SAT 24 MAR 7.30PM PLUS SAT MATINEE 2.30PM TICKETS £18, £16 CONC/GROUPS OF 10+

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Young instrumentalists and singers from across the city and beyond will compete in this annual competition, now entering its 93rd year. See the Festival website for full details: peterboroughmusicfestival.org.

SPRING 2018 / MARCH

NT LIVE PRESENTS

Julius Caesar From the Bridge Theatre

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THU 22 MAR, 7PM • STUDIO

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FEMI KEELING PRESENTS

How to Die of a Broken Heart WED 21 MAR • STUDIO Through stories of her failed relationships, Femi lays bare the desperation so many of us feel when it comes to love, and invites us to both laugh at her mistakes, and accept our own. How to Die of a Broken Heart illuminates both the beauties and the dangers of loving someone, but ultimately reminds us that broken things can be mended: especially hearts.

Ben Whishaw (The Danish Girl, Skyfall), Michelle Fairley (Game of Thrones), David Calder (The Lost City of Z) and David Morrissey (Hangmen, The Walking Dead) star in the latest hit from the National Theatre. 12A TICKETS £11.50 (inc fees)

SCIENCE MANIA PRESENTS

PERFORMANCE TIMES WED 21 MAR 7.30PM TICKETS £12 £10 KTC (inc fees)

Science Blast The Great Scientists FRI 23 MAR, 7.30PM • STUDIO 9 great scientists, their inventions and their discoveries demonstrated LIVE on stage! With lasers, lights, explosions and loud noises – you vote for who you think is the best in our "S Factor" vote.

TICKETS £11.50/£7.50 CONC (inc fees)

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ROYAL OPERA HOUSE LIVE PRESENTS

The Bob Dylan Story

Bernstein Centenary

SUN 25 MAR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

TUE 27 MAR, 7.15PM • MAIN HOUSE

Experience the thrill and energy of a full-blown Dylan concert, enhanced by a top backing band and planted firmly in the 1960s. The Bob Dylan Story will remind you what REAL nostalgia feels like.

The royal ballet celebrates the centenary of Leonard Bernstein’s Birth with an all-Bernstein programme from choreographers Wayne Mcgregor, Liam Scarlett and Christopher Wheeldon.

TICKETS £21.50 (inc fees)

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

METROPOLITAN OPERA NY LIVE PRESENTS

Circus of Horrors: Voodoo

Cosi Fan Tutte

WED 28 MAR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

SAT 31 MAR, 5.55PM • MAIN HOUSE

This spectacular features an amazing amalgamation of bizarre & fantastic circus acts all woven into a sensational shock/horror storey and the darkest of magic – taking the show to a whole new level.

Soldiers Ferrando and Guglielmo decide to test their fiancées’ fidelity. Pretending to leave with their regiment, they return in disguise and pay court to each other’s lover. Will the young women succumb to the charms?

TICKETS £27 (inc fees)

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

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4TH STREET ENTERTAINMENT PRESENTS

SPRING 2018 / MARCH

ON THE DAY

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ON THE DAY

ROYAL OPERA HOUSE LIVE PRESENTS

Macbeth

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WED 4 APR, 7.15PM • MAIN HOUSE

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BREAKING TRADITION LTD PRESENTS

The Lock in Folk Fairy Tale ft. The Demon Barbers THU 29 MAR • MAIN HOUSE Combining elements from Grimms' classic fairy tales with a funked up musical score and colourful new choreography, along with audience favourites such as “Hip Hop Morris” and “Pool Cue Longsword”, The Lock In ‘Remixed’ promises to be one of the most exciting dance theatre events of 2017!

A group of hip hop dancers arrive at an apparently deserted pub, but local rumour has it that this tumble-down inn is frequented by other worldly characters and as the regulars arrive, a clash of cultures soon turns into a dance floor stand-off.

Verdi’s life-long love affair with Shakespeare’s works began with Macbeth, a play he considered to be ‘one of the greatest creations of man’. With a magnificent cast including Anna Netrebko, Željko Lučić and Ildebrando D’arcangelo TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

HHHHH The List (Edinburgh Fringe)

AVALON PRESENTS

Carl Hutchinson Live!

PERFORMANCE TIMES THU 29 MAR 7.30PM DANCE DISPLAY FROM

TICKETS £17.50 £14.50 SCHOOLS (inc fees)

6.30PM

FRI 6 APR, 7.45PM • STUDIO Expect killer gags, highly entertaining stories and the trademark twisted logic that has made Carl a must-see fixture in the comedy world, it’s fair to say that 'Hutchinson has it all' (BroadwayBaby).

TICKETS £14 (inc fees)

SPRING 2018 / APRIL BIRMINGHAM STAGE COMPANY PRESENTS

Horrible Histories: More Best of Barmy Britain

PERFORMANCE TIMES FRI 6 - SAT 7 1.30PM FRI 6 - SAT 7 4.30PM

FRI 6 - SAT 7 APR • MAIN HOUSE

TICKETS £16.50 (inc fees)

We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead!

So it’s time to prepare yourselves for a special production of Horrible Histories featuring MORE of your favourite characters from our barmy past – and a brand new scene with wordy Will!

Find out why the Romans were revolting! Could you survive the vicious Vikings? Can evil Elizabeth entertain England? Would you party with the Puritans? Clap along with crazy King Charles!

Vomit with the vile Victorians and prepare to do battle in the frightful First World War! It’s history with the nasty bits left in!

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SPRING 2018 / APRIL

ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY PRESENTS

Macbeth

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WED 11 APR, 7PM •STUDIO

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MASK THEATRE PRESENTS

The Importance of Being Earnest WED 11 - SAT 14 APR • MAIN HOUSE Following their recent successes with The Pillowman, Jerusalem, Pygmalion and One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, Mask Theatre brings Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest to the Key Theatre main stage.

The Importance of Being Earnest is a sidesplittingly funny story of courtships, betrothals and confused identities, in which two young men – Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff – pursue two young women who are both determined to marry someone called Ernest.

Set in fashionable London society, the play is characterised by its wit, and artifice.

The contemporary production of Shakespeare’s darkest psychological thriller marks both Christopher Eccleston’s RSC debut and the return of Niamh Cusack to the Company.

TICKETS £11.50 (inc fees)

METROPOLITAN OPERA NY LIVE PRESENTS

Luisa Miller PERFORMANCE TIMES WED 11 - SAT 14 APR 7.30PM SAT 14 APR 2.00 PM TICKETS £14 THUR, FRI, SAT £12 GROUP 10+ £12 WED EVE & SAT MATINEE £10 GROUP 10+

SAT 14 APR, 5.30PM • STUDIO A heart-wrenching tragedy based on Friedrich Schiller’s novel Intrigue and Love. In the first Met performances of the opera in more than ten years, Sonya Yoncheva sings the title role opposite Piotr Beczała.

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

Little Red Riding Hood

SUN 15 APR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

SUN 15 APR, 11.30AM & 1.30PM •STUDIO

In 50 years since The Barron Knights started touring the world with their unique style of comedy and rock'n'roll – this is your last chance on their final tour. You are guaranteed to leave the show having had a tremendous night out.

There are two sides to every tale. What if the Big Bad Wolf wasn’t big or bad at all? Robyn wants to tell you what really happened through a world of homemade make-believe. A new spin on this classic story.

TICKETS £19.50 (inc fees)

TICKETS £9.50/£7.50 CHILD (inc fees)

GTA MUSIC PRESENTS

OFF THE KERB PRESENTS

Maggie Bell and Dave Kelly

Mark Steel: Every Little Thing’s Gonna Be Alright

TUE 17 APR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

THU 19 APR, 8PM • MAIN HOUSE

An evening with two stalwarts of the British R&B scene, two great voices, two great reputations. A wonderful evening of acoustic blues with Maggie Bell - Scotland's Queen of Soul and Dave Kelly - London's slide guitar king.

The star of Radio 4’s Mark Steel’s in Town, and newspaper columnist of the year, is back on the road with a new show, guaranteed to make the world seem even more mental than it is.

Age 14+

TICKETS £18 (inc fees)

TICKETS £16.50 (inc fees)

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Barron Knights

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PLATFORM 8 PRESENTS

Ugly Chief

ARTISTES INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT LTD PRESENTS

Carpenters Gold

SAT 20 - SUN 21, 7.45PM • STUDIO

FRI 20 APR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

A comedy based on true events performed by a real-life father and daughter. It explores the taboos around death and its practicalities, and the fractious relationship with a parent whose opinions you don’t always agree with.

Carpenters Gold authentically performs their Greatest hits, recreating the look and sound of their worldwide 1970 tours, including a special highlight where 'Karen' plays the drums with her full live backing band.

TICKETS £13.50/£8 U25 (inc fees)

TICKETS £21.50 (inc fees)

SWEENEY ENTERTAINMENTS PRESENTS

Little Mix Experience

Pasadena Roof Orchestra

SAT 21 APR, 2PM • MAIN HOUSE

THU 26 APR, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE

With breathtaking dance moves, replica costumes and some of the finest vocals in the UK, this is a high-energy show from beginning to end, packed with all of Little Mix’s greatest hits and suitable for all ages!

Featuring timeless classics from the great American song book – those wonderful songs that lifted people’s spirits during the depression era, and made household names of singers such Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire.

TICKETS £13.50 (inc fees)

TICKETS £20, £18.50 CONC (inc fees)

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Stacey Kent

Twisting the Night Away with Si Cranstoun

WED 25 APR • MAIN HOUSE

FRI 27 APR • MAIN HOUSE

This beautiful collection of songs, includes American Standards, Bossa Nova classics, Chansons, as well as original songs and reprises of some of Stacey's most loved repertoire – including music from her Grammy Nominated album, ‘Breakfast on the Morning Tram’.

For Stacey, whose international touring schedule keeps her on the road for most of the year, her return to the Key provides a rare opportunity for UK fans see her ‘live’ in concert.

The distinctive tenor highs of Si Cranstoun’s voice echo that of Jackie Wilson and Sam Cooke and the great black American singers of old. This amazing show is a highly charged toe tapping journey, driven by retro dance rhythms and spearheaded by Si Cranstoun’s ability to write songs that could have been hits in the fifties.

“Wow, how good is Si Cranstoun" Chris Evans BBC Radio

"Stacey Kent has been quietly sitting on top of the world of jazz vocals, for many years" Jamie Cullum

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.30PM

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.30PM

TICKETS £20 £19 CONC (inc fees)

TICKETS £19.50 (inc fees)

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TERRY DASH MUSIC PRESENTS

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BOTTLE ROCKET COMEDY PRESENTS

Key Comedy Night ft.

Geoff Norcott & Josh Pugh FRI 27 APR, 7.45PM • MAIN HOUSE As seen on The Mash Report - Geoff Norcott has a storming mix of observations, impressions and satire. Plus​Josh Pugh (​English Comedian of The Year​), host Lou Conran and BBC Comedy Award Finalist Morgan Rees TICKETS £12.50/£10.50 CONC (inc fees)

METROPOLITAN OPERA NY LIVE PRESENTS

Cendrillon SAT 28 APR, 5.55PM • MAIN HOUSE A fairy godmother, a glass slipper, an opulent ball, an enchanted forest, and a Prince Charming who loves her—did all that really happen, or was it just a dream?

TICKETS £16.50/£14 CONC (inc fees)

BLACK THEATRE LIVE WITH YELLOW EARTH THEATRE IN ASSOCIATION WITH ROYAL EXCHANGE THEATRE PRESENTS

Mountains The Dreams of Lily Kwok TUE 1 - WED 2 MAY • MAIN HOUSE I invited you into my past... And you invited me into your future.

Helen has grown up in the UK, but always felt a piece of her story was missing.

Visiting her mother’s birthplace of Hong Kong for the first time, she is determined to find out who she really is and where she belongs. Amidst the skyscrapers and bustling streets, she meets her grandmother, Lily Kwok, and steps into her past where she discovers shocking family secrets that will change her life forever.

Based on Helen Tse’s bestselling family memoir of passion sacrifice and survival across three generations held together with one lifelinefood.

Plus live cooking on stage.

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.30PM TICKETS £16.50 £11.50 CONC £8 KTC & KYT inc fees)

SPRING 2018 / APRIL PLAYPEN MANAGEMENT AND AGENCY PRESENTS

Jon Boden and the Remnant Kings

HHHH

SUN 29 APR • MAIN HOUSE

Financial Times review of Afterglow

In spring 2018 Jon Boden, former lead-singer of Bellowhead, heads out on the second leg of his “Afterglow” album tour - his first new release since leaving Bellowhead in May 2016 - and features the newly extended Remnant Kings - a band that hasn’t performed together since 2012.

Including the talents of former Bellowhead band-mates Sam Sweeney and Paul Sartin, plus Leveret’s Rob Harbron and along with Ben Nicholls and Richard Warren (King of The South Seas) the band will be joined by string and brass sections to bring the album to the stage.

"Resurrects the brassy swagger of Bellowhead."

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.30PM TICKETS £24.50 (inc fees)

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Irresistible FUN!

SPRING 2018 / COMING SOON

Sing-aLong-a

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Glasshouse Acoustic 28 JAN, 18 FEB, 25 MAR, 29 APR 2.30PM-5.30PM • RIVERSIDE BAR Join us for a relaxed Sunday afternoon of acoustic music in the Riverside Bar. Talented local singer/songwriters and musicians perform sets including original music and acoustic covers.

TICKETS FREE

SINGALONGA PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

Sing-a-long-a Beauty and the Beast SAT 26 MAY • MAIN HOUSE Join us as we celebrate with a screening of Disney’s brand new adaptation of the iconic fairy tale, with on-screen lyrics so everyone can join in!

This is your chance to sing your heart out to the Disney songs of your childhood such as “Be our Guest”, “Belle”, “Gaston” and not forgetting the “Beauty and The Beast”. Sing along with Emma Watson, Ewan McGregor and Emma Thompson in this romantic fairy tale and see if you can stop those tears at the end.

Our Singalonga host will start with a pre-show where they will warm up your voices, teach you some hand actions, show you how to use the famous Singalonga props bag during the film.

ENTERTAINMENT UNLIMITED PRESENTS

Seriously Dead WED 9 MAY, 7.30PM • MAIN HOUSE A brand new musical comedy play starring Crissy Rock (Benidorm and I’m a Celebrity) Tommy Cannon (Cannon and Ball) and Billy Pearce.

Telling the hilarious tale of Thelma Henderson deceased.

TICKETS £22.50 (inc fees)

PERFORMANCE TIMES 2PM 7PM TICKETS £16.50 £11.50 CHILD £50 FAMILY, BUY 10 GET 1 FREE (inc fees)

SPRING 2018 / COMING SOON STRICTLY THEATRE CO. PRESENTS

SONGBOOK PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

Giovanni Pernice Born to Win

Rodgers and Hammerstein Songbook

WED 11 JUL • MAIN HOUSE

FRI 29 JUN • MAIN HOUSE

Strictly Come Dancing professional, Giovanni Pernice, will be heading back out on tour in 2018, after a sell out tour in 2017. Giovanni will be joined by seven more world class professionals. The show is produced once more by Strictly Theatre Co and choreographed by Strictly Come Dancing's creative director Jason Gilkison. Get ready for glitzy costumes, amazing routines and another beautiful story - headlined by Giovanni. Expect even more energy, even more passion, and even more heat.

An international cast present a spellbinding homage to Rodgers & Hammerstein. Featuring songs from musical classics such as; 'The Sound of Music', 'South Pacific', 'The King and I', 'Carousel' and 'Oklahoma! This magical concert show celebrates the "golden age" of musical theatre and a writing partnership that has been called the greatest of the 20th century.

The show features leading performers from the West End along with a live band of highly talented musicians.

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.30PM

PERFORMANCE TIMES 7.30PM

TICKETS £31.50 £29.50 CONC £51.50 VIP (inc fees)

TICKETS £20 (inc fees)

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Peterborough’s original and best traditional family pantomime

On sale now 6 Dec 2018 - 6 Jan 2019

Visit vivacity.org/peterpan Call 01733 207 239

OPENING HOURS

ACCESS

The box office is open Monday to Saturday from 10.30am to 30 minutes after the start of the performance. Box office will close at 6pm when there is no evening performance. Sunday opening times are from an hour before the start of a performance to 30 minutes after curtain up.

Infra-red induction loop hearing systems are available from box office.

Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult age 16+. Babes in arms (up to 24 months) tickets are available free of charge - please contact box office.

All children must have a valid ticket. Pushchairs will not be allowed in the auditorium.

A limited number of booster seats are available.

Customers may bring their own booster cushions/ seats with permission of the duty manager.

GIFT VOUCHERS The perfect present for anyone who loves the theatre!

The Key Theatre offers gift vouchers which can be used in part or full payment for tickets.

Ask the box office for more details.

LOCATION The Key Theatre is set on the embankment between the River Nene and Peterborough Cathedral. Just outside of the city centre, the theatre is easily accessible by road, with ample paid parking adjacent to the theatre, by rail, as part of the country’s major train links, or by foot.

Wheelchair spaces are allocated on a first come first served basis with carers’ seats available next to them. Please specify at time of booking.

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Essential carers attending with a disabled patron will receive a free ticket. Proof may be required.

PLEASE SEE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS. If you require assistance during your visit to the Key Theatre please advise box office in advance or on the day.

ADDITIONAL FACILITIES

• Disabled on street parking adjacent to the theatre

• Automatic doors • Accessible toilets • Lift to first floor and studio VIVACITY KEY THEATRE Embankment Road, Peterborough, PE1 1EF key.theatre@vivacity.org 01733 207 239 vivacity-peterborough.com

Terms & Conditions: Tickets are non refundable. Concessions are subject to availability. Only one discount per ticket will apply.

Proof of status may be required at time of booking. A £1.50 per ticket booking fee applies to all transactions unless otherwise stated.

The fee is included in the advertised ticket price. For more information visit vivacity-peterborough.com/bookingfee.

Data Protection: Vivacity collects and processes personal information for the purpose of enabling us to promote our goods and services, to maintain our accounts and records to support and manage our staff and fundraising.

The Key Theatre is part of Vivacity Culture and Leisure a registered charitable trust. Registered charity no 1138230. All details in this brochure are correct at the time of going to press. The Key Theatre reserves the right to alter the programme details or prices without prior notice as necessary.

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CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE

Guide dogs are welcome - please inform box office at time of booking to ensure a suitable seat is available.

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