2-3 AT A GLANCE JANUARY 2016 to MAY 2016 4-5 NEW SEASON HIGHLIGHT REHEARSAL FOR MURDER 6-7 NEW SEASON HIGHLIGHT GANGSTA GRANNY 8-9 NEW SEASON HIGHLIGHT JOSEPH 10-11 NEW SEASON JANUARY 11-16 NEW SEASON FEBRUARY 16-18 NEW SEASON MARCH 18-22 NEW SEASON APRIL 23-25 NEW SEASON MAY 26-29 FUTURE HIGHLIGHTS 29 NEW SEASON HOMEGROWN 30 REGULAR EVENTS 31 A DESTINATION OF DISTINCTION CONFERENCE & WEDDING HIRE 32 FIND US 32-33 AFTERNOON TEA / PRE-THEATRE DINING & FLORAL CAFÉ 34 SEATING PLAN 35 BOOKING INFORMATION 36-37 STILL TO COME THIS SEASON
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CONTENTS
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WELCOME This exciting new season brings another eclectic programme of new productions as well as the return of some ever-popular shows. Bill Kenwright Ltd presents Rehearsal for Murder - another classic thriller from the company that brought us Verdict and Black Coffee - based on the film by Levinson and Link (writers of Murder She Wrote.) Also making the screen-to-stage transition next year is Heartbeat - one of the UK’s longest running and most popular TV dramas.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns in 2016, with yet another lavish production from Bill Kenwright Ltd, this time starring X Factor winner Joe McElderry. Returning for a fourth consecutive year, the increasingly popular Faulty Towers - The Dining Experience promises a rip-roaring interactive feast of comedy! Fully-immersive, highly improvised and site-specific comedy theatre at its best. Faulty Towers is the first of four dinner shows this season, with hilarious parodies of classic TV favourites - Absolutely Fab, Ted & Crowd and Only Fools and Three Courses will serve up a treat in our very own Blue Lounge. Meanwhile, the comedy continues behind the microphone, with Phoenix Nights writer and co-star Dave Spikey, Irish funny-man and
Mock the Week regular Ed Byrne, as well as the legendary Ken Dodd taking to the stage. 2016 looks set to be another great year for concerts at the Floral Pavilion - with the return of Nathan Carter, Russell Watson, The Drifters and the Dublin Legends. We also look forward to welcoming Britain’s Got Talent 2014 winners Collabro, as well as British soul singer Heather Small from 90s dance act M People. Another excellent season for families sees Peppa Pig and Milkshake Live both return with exciting new adventures! Look out for the exciting new family shows, such as Pongo’s Party (featuring the voices of CBeebies’ Justin Fletcher and Nicole Davis), the stage adaptation of much-loved children’s book The Giants Loo Roll, as well as a retelling of classic tale Treasure Island. We look forward to welcoming you to the Floral Pavilion - whether you are coming to admire the views over a coffee or see a show, we hope you have a memorable experience. See you soon. Best wishes, The Floral Pavilion Team
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JANUARY On until the 3rd Sleeping Beauty 7th to 10th CHRYSANTHEMUMS JACK AND THE BEANSTALK 15th & 16th STARLIGHT YOUTH THEATRE THE SNOW QUEEN 20th to 24th The Faulty Towers Dining Experience 28th to 30th DESPERATE SCOUSEWIVES 2 29th All Star Wrestling 30th The Drifters
february
19th & 20th LAST TRAIN TO AUSCHWITZ
5th STARS FROM THE COMMITMENTS
19th HEATHER SMALL
6th JACK JONES
21st PONGO’S PARTY
6th SEYES YES TRIBUTE SHOW
23rd COLLABRO
7th F:RATED COMEDY
25th MADAM BUTTERFLY
12th ONLY ONE DIRECTION
26th THE TAKE THAT EXPERIENCE
12th MARTIN SIMPSON
27th THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN
13th TREASURE ISLAND
27th NEARLY DAN
13th MOTHERSHIP
28th COUNT DUCKULA
17th DUBLIN LEGENDS
MARCH
18th TED & CROWD
3rd DAVE SPIKEY
20th WIRRAL WEDDING FAIR
5th PINKED FLOYD
20th NATHAN CARTER
5th & 6th PEPPA PIG
24th CIRCUS OF HORRORS
6th ABSOLUTELY FAB: THE DINNER SHOW
26th STRICTLY COME DANCING’S PASHA KOVALEV ‘IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU’
11th to 12th BARBARA SIMONS DANCE SCHOOL 14th to 19th REHEARSAL FOR MURDER
31st THAT’LL BE THE DAY
APRIL
20th WE’LL MEET AGAIN
1st THE BLUES BROTHER’S EXPERIENCE
23rd ELO AGAIN
2nd TELL ME ON A SUNDAY
23rd THE SINGULAR EXPLOITS OF SHERLOCK HOLMES
3rd IRELAND’S CALL 6th to 10th GANGSTA GRANNY 12th HOT CLUB OF COW TOWN 15th AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE 16th COPPELIA
24th SPOTLIGHT ON YOUTH 28th & 29th ST PAUL’S OPERATIC SOCIETY MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC 29th REDUCED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY 30th WIRRAL COMMUNITY CHOIR ON BROADWAY
17th THE GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA
MAY
14th AN EVENING WITH TOM SPENCE
3rd ED BYRNE
20th CHORAL FESTIVAL
5th SALLY MORGAN
20th RUSSELL WATSON
6th KAST OFF KINKS
21st FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS
7th DR FEELGOOD & EDDIE AND THE HOTRODS
22nd MILKSHAKE LIVE
11th GERRY MARSDEN
24th to 28th JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
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FOLLOWING TEN YEARS OF THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY A NEW CHAPTER - AND FROM THE WRITERS OF MURDER, SHE WROTE PRAISE FOR THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY
‘INGENIOUSLY CRAFTED’ EASTBOURNE HERALD
‘FULL OF SUSPENSE... PERFECTLY ORCHESTRATED...’ WINDSOR EXPRESS
STAR CASTING TO BE ANNOUNCED MON 14th to SAT 19th MAR 7:30pm WED & SAT MAT 2:30pm Tickets £21.50 - £28.50
Following the phenomenal decade-long success of The Agatha Christie Theatre Company, which sold over two million tickets and continually played to packed houses around the UK, Bill Kenwright presents a new production of one of stage and screen’s all time classic thrillers, from the pen of the legendary award-winning writing team Levinson and Link, whose work includes the mystery series Murder, She Wrote.
Playwright Alex Dennison is left heartbroken when his fiancée and leading lady Monica Welles is found dead from an apparent suicide after the opening night of her stage debut. On the anniversary of that illfated night, Alex assembles the same cast and crew in the same theatre, for a reading of his new play. But as the reading begins, it becomes clear that Alex believes that Monica was murdered and his new play is a devious cat-and-mouse chase to uncover her killer... PRAISE FOR THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY
‘A STYLISH PRODUCTION THAT BRINGS THE GOLDEN AGE OF MYSTERY TO THE STAGE WITH PANACHE’ EVENING POST All prices include a £1.50 fee per ticket. No fee to Friends of the Floral.
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‘Walliams balances high comedy with an emotional message.’ DAILY MAIL
WED 6th to SUN 10th APR WED to FRI 2:30pm & 7:00pm SAT 11:00am & 3:00pm SUN 3:00pm
£18.00 | £14.00 child | £56.00 family | £8.00 schools It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing - staying with Granny! There will be cabbage soup, cabbage pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows one thing for sure - it’s going to be sooooooooo boring! But what Ben doesn’t know is that Granny has a secret - and Friday nights are about to get more exciting than he could ever imagine, as he embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with his very own Gangsta Granny!
From the acclaimed producers of HORRIBLE HISTORIES comes the world premiere of this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK’s bestselling author for children.
‘I am over the moon that ‘Gangsta Granny’ is coming to the stage. It’s the most popular of all my books and I am sure this production by the brilliant Birmingham Stage Company will delight not just children but their parents and of course grandparents.’ David Walliams
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TUE 24th to SAT 28th MAY
TUE, WED & THU 7:30pm WED & THU 2:30pm FRI 2:00pm & 5:00pm SAT 2:00pm, 5:00pm & 8:00pm Tickets £25.50 - £31.50
Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ’Superb’, ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues on its record breaking tour having sold to date an estimated 15 million tickets. Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph (Joe McElderry), his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Those Canaan Days, Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door To Me. Joe McElderry was just 18 when he won the sixth series of The X Factor in 2009 and immediately went straight to number one in the UK Singles Charts with his debut single The Climb. He has since gone on to have three top ten albums, as well as notching up two more reality TV show victories, winning ITV’s Pop Star to Opera Star and Channel 4’s The Jump.
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JANUARY JANUARY SALE - NO BOOKING FEES FOR ANY TICKETS BOUGHT IN JAN 2016
CHRYSANTHEMUMS PANTOMIME SOCIETY PRESENTS
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK THU 7th to SAT 9th JAN 7:15pm SAT 9th & SUN 10th JAN 2:00pm £10.95 | £7.95 conc They say laughter is the best medicine, well what better way to beat the January blues. Performed by The Chrysanths Panto, a local group that has been producing pantomimes for nearly a century, they present a show full of music, slapstick, colour, brimming over with local talent. Will Jack rescue the princess? Or will he end up on the Giants’ dinner plate? This is an Amateur Production.
FAULTY TOWERS
THE DINING EXPERIENCE WED 20th to SUN 24th JAN 7:30pm (arrive at 7:00pm)
FRI to SUN MAT 1:30pm (arrive at 1pm) All Tickets £44.50 including a 3-course meal Please advise dietary requirements at time of booking.
Basil, Sybil and Manuel return to the Floral Pavilion to brighten up January with ‘a two-hour eat, drink and laugh sensation’ (DAILY TELEGRAPH) of highly improvised comedy theatre. Shambolic service and a ‘70s style 3-course meal are the speciality of the day. At the Floral you do get that sea view, just don’t expect herds of wildebeest, and certainly don’t mention the war!
THE DRIFTERS
THE INNOVATION TOUR SAT 30th JAN 7:30pm £27.00 | £26.00 conc
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INTERACTIVE THEATRE INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS
FRI 29th JAN 7:30pm £16.00 | £11.00 child | £49.00 family Superslam Wrestling returns to the Floral Pavilion with another star-studded evening of top class wrestling action, bringing top names from major federations in Japan, USA and Canada to face the very best of British talent. Don’t miss this star-studded event which hosts a special championship title bout for the Superslam Belt in a no holds barred LADDER match not to be missed.
The INNOVATION 2016 tour builds on defining the evolution of the phenomenal story of The Drifters through its music from the past to the present. This impactful and hi-tech show (that’s full of surprises) brings many of the greatest hits: Under The Boardwalk, Saturday Night At The Movies, Up On The Roof and Kissin’ In The Back Row, along with newer songs that have evolved through the first new recordings in over 30 years.
JAN / FEB
DESPERATE SCOUSEWIVES 2 PULLIN’ A CHRISTMAS CRACKER WRITTEN BY LYNNE FITZGERALD THU 28th to SAT 30th JAN 7:30pm All Tickets £12.00
OVER 16s ONLY
THE STARS FROM
THE COMMITMENTS FRI 5th FEB 7:30pm £21.00 | £19.50 conc In 1990 The Commitments Film was released and has since been seen by hundreds of millions of people world-wide. The 9 piece soul band from Dublin, featuring actual cast members from the original Commitments, perform all the hits from the Oscar Nominated, Golden Globe & BAFTA award winning film and soundtrack album: Mustang Sally, Try A Little Tenderness, In The Midnight Hour and many more.
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Hot on the heels of the hit autumn show, the quintessential Desperate Scousewives are set to return to the Floral Pavilion in the new year with an all-new festive comedy full of abrasive Liverpool wit and tells the tale of Susan (Lynne Fitzgerald), Vanessa (Charlie Griffiths), Lily (Lynn Francis), Trisha (Lindsey Germaine) and new resident male body beautiful Jay (Ronnie Ore) and their hilarious festive capers.
JACK JONES
JACK SINGS FRANK CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF FRANK SINATRA SAT 6th FEB 7:30pm All Tickets £34.00
SEYES YES TRIBUTE SHOW SAT 6th FEB 7:30pm All Tickets £16.50 (2hrs no interval) Described in Classic Rock Magazine as “Britain’s premier Yes tribute band”, SeYes present a two-hour show celebrating the quintessential prog rock experience. Concentrating on the classic 70s incarnation of the band, the show contains the brilliant Yours is No Disgrace, Roundabout, I’ve Seen All Good People, Perpetual Change... and the WHOLE of Close to the Edge.
In Jack Sings Frank, Jack Jones lets us wander through the life of Frank Sinatra, with the music and the stories depicting Jack’s encounters with his friend over the years. Jack and his Big Band put the focus on the upside and the energetic swing of Frank’s creative life. Just before he retired Frank Sinatra publicly said that “Jack Jones is the next major singer in show business.” jackjones.org
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FEBRUARY PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL PRICES INCLUDE THE NEW BOOKING FEE OF £1.50 PER TICKET. NO FEE TO FRIENDS OF THE FLORAL.
F:RATED
COMEDY CLUB SUN 7th FEB 8:00pm All tickets £11.50 Show & 2 course meal £23.50 (served 6:30pm in Blue Lounge) Sunday nights just got better with the return of F:Rated Comedy Club. February’s line up features Adam Rowe, Ryan Gleeson and Greg Cooke. Compere: Dominic Woodward Contains strong language and adult references.
FRI 12th FEB 7:00pm £16.00 | £14.00 conc | £56.00 family A concert celebrating the music of the biggest boyband in history, ‘One Direction’. The unofficial pop sensation heads to the Floral having played to audiences all over the world. Capturing the charisma, energy and enthusiasm of the famous five with a fully interactive show that features songs from all 4 of One Direction’s smash hit albums. A perfect family-friendly show and pop concert all in one.
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MARTIN SIMPSON FRI 12th FEB 8:00pm All Tickets £17.50 Widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, Martin Simpson’s interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. His solo shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving. Whether playing American old-time music, blues, a Dylan song or his own material, Martin Simpson is unpredictable, individual and a guitarist of immense subtlety.
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MOTHERSHIP
LED ZEPPELIN TRIBUTE SAT 13th FEB 7:30pm All Tickets £13.50 Led Zeppelin tribute band Mothership presents a brand new multi-media show celebrating the music of the greatest rock band in history. In collaboration with Vesbim Media (producers of Pink Floyd’s The Wall, which was staged recently at the Floral Pavilion) this production is more of an ‘event’ than a gig, and includes video projection, spectacular light show and the voices of Robert Plant and Jimmy page.
See our hero of the hour Jim Hawkins, along with Silly Billy Bones, Jolly Roger, Seadog Sally and of course Long John Silver. This high seas adventure is a show packed with action, singing, cheering and booing, puppets, lots of colourful costumes, fantastic bright sets and maybe even a monkey pirate or two!
DUBLIN LEGENDS
LAST TRAIN TO AUSCHWITZ
WED 17th FEB 7:30pm All Tickets £22.50
FRI 19th FEB 7:30pm SAT 20th FEB 2:30pm & 7:30pm £14.00 | £12.00 conc
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GET READY FOR CLASSIC TALE WITH A FRESH MODERN FEEL THIS FEBRUARY HALF TERM.
“So weigh anchor mateys, bring your booty and prepare to set sail for magic, puppets, monkeys, parrots, tropical islands, Pirates, Princesses and MORE blummin’ Pirates!! Arrrghh!!!”
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Promising fun for all the family you will be taken to a world of Pirates and Princesses as one of the nation’s favourite children’s novels is told with a touch of magic, mystery and mayhem...
FEBRUARY
SAT 13th FEB 2:00pm £13.50 | £11.50 conc £46.00 family
True legends of Irish Folk music. Sean & Eamonn were members of The Dubliners for close to 30 years while Gerry joined them for the final part of their 50th Anniversary Tour “The Lads” are looking forward to entertaining & meeting all their old friends & fans playing classic songs including; Whiskey in The Jar, Dirty Old Town, The Wild Rover and Molly Malone.
Last train to Auschwitz tells the story of a group of Women’s journey into hell; their final destination is the notorious concentration camp, Auschwitz.
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Auschwitz a place where dreams die first and nightmares become a reality. Through the horror bonds of love are formed. Some will live to tell their story; many will perish in the gas chambers. A lesson to all that evil should never be allowed to be repeated again. 13
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HEATHER SMALL
THE VOICE OF M PEOPLE LIVE IN CONCERT FRI 19th FEB 7:30pm All Tickets £27.50 Former lead singer with nineties dance outfit M-People, Heather’s rich and distinctive voice has earnt her a reputation for being one of Britain’s most accomplished soul divas. This will be an unforgettable night of feelgood music. In this sensational new show, Heather and her band will be playing all of her top hits and much, much more. See more at mpeople-heathersmall.co.uk
PONGO’S PARTY SUN 21st FEB 2:00pm £12.50 | £11.50 conc | £42.00 family You are invited to Marty Macdonald’s Farm for Pongo’s Party! A brand new show with CBeebies’ Justin Fletcher and Nicole Davis as the voices of Pongo the Pig and Molly-Moo the Cow. With a colourful farmyard and host of loveable puppet characters, Pongo’s Party is a family show particularly suitable for 3 - 7 year olds.
(Please note that Justin and Nicole do not appear in person)
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THU 25th FEB 7:30pm £32.00 | £30.00 conc Music by Giacomo Puccini Italian libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a large live Orchestra with over 30 musicians.
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Set in Japan at the turn of the century, Madam Butterfly is among the most colourful and exotic of all operas. This tale of the doomed love of an American naval lieutenant and his young Japanese bride inspired Puccini to write some of his most sublime and beautiful music.
FEBRUARY
ACT TWO UK TOUR 2016 TUE 23rd FEB 8:00pm LAST FEW SEATS AVAILABLE Michael Auger, Richard Hadfield, Jamie Lambert, Matt Pagan and Thomas Redgrave only became Collabro at the start of 2014 and it’s been a steady stream of incredible moments since then. Following their runaway BGT victory, they have already released a no.1 Gold Certified album and special edition follow up, performed at the Royal Variety Show for Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, and written and released ‘Our Story’, their first band memoir.
THE TAKE THAT EXPERIENCE FRI 26th FEB 7:30pm £21.50 | £16.50 conc Back by popular demand following their Jan 2014 show here at the Floral, The Take That Experience features the UK’s number one tribute to Robbie Williams celebrating the band’s latest music as well as the classic old songs. The night will see young local talent support before the main performance. All profits going to Dementia UK, this will be a special night to remember.
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COLLABRO
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Less tribute and more homage, the ten piece Nearly Dan is saviour to the growing legions of Dan fans, desperate to hear the meticulously crafted grooves and allusive lyrical style of Donald Fagen & Walter Becker. They bring their own unique spirit and spontaneous humour to every concert. The two hour-plus show features tracks from the groove of Countdown to Ecstasy to the super cool of celebrated albums The Royal Scam, Aja and Gaucho. nearlydan.co.uk
MAGIC OF MOTOWN
THE REACH OUT 10th ANNIVERSARY TOUR SAT 27th FEB 8:00pm £26.00 | £24.00 conc EARLY BIRD OFFER: £2 OFF when you book before 31st DEC 2015
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NEARLY DAN IN CONCERT THE SPIRIT & SOUND OF STEELY DAN SAT 27th FEB 8:00pm £17.50 advance | £19.50 door
All-new for 2016, the hit show’s 10th birthday party celebrates the 50th anniversary of charttopper Reach Out I’ll Be There. The legend of solid-gold artistes the Four Tops, Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more continues. Oozing with style, more than 36 classics are revived amid a flurry of glittering costumes, dazzling dance moves and superb musicianship. 15
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COUNT DUCKULA
THE JEWELS OF DUCKULA SUN 28th FEB 2:00pm All Tickets £10.50 Children’s TV Classic Count Duckula Live on Stage for the very first time!
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This action packed adventure is perfect for all the family, as you join Duckula, Nanny & Igor in a race against time to solve the clues and find the long lost treasure - ‘The Jewels of Duckula’. With songs, games & tons of fun, it’s the perfect show for all the family.
DAVE SPIKEY: PUNCHLINES THU 3rd MAR 7:30pm All Tickets £18.00 Can a joke still be funny when you have been given the punchline beforehand? Dave is on a mission to find out. He looks at all the classics, from nuns in baths, Prince Charles’s fur hat and that Lion walking in a pub. Add an irresistible mix of acute observational humour and your ribs will not just be tickled but thoroughly pummelled!
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PINKED FLOYD SAT 5th MAR 8:00pm £16.50 | £11.50 conc Following their successful first show in the Blue Lounge last summer, this seven-piece tribute band are delighted to be returning to the Floral for another evening of Pink Floyd music. Pinked Floyd have received outstanding reviews for their accurate and vibrant performance of the music of this iconic band, as well as their superb light show, which promises to be even better this year. pinked-floyd.co.uk
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SUN 6th MAR 7:00pm All Tickets £40.00 including a 3-course meal Come and meet the ladies for An Absolutely Fabulous evening! Meet them for a drink in the bar but don’t be surprised if they have a little more than the guests. Fans of this classic show will have a terrific night as our superb actors bring these well-known characters to life.
MARCH Surprise! Peppa Pig, George and their friends are back in a brand new live stage show. Enjoy fun, games and of course, surprises in this charming, colourful new show with new songs and new life size puppets, Peppa Pig’s Surprise promises to be the perfect theatre show for all pre-schoolers!
★★★★
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‘A treat for your little one’s eyes and ears.’
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SAT 5th MAR 1:00pm & 4:00pm SUN 6th MAR 10:00am & 1:00pm Tickets from £13.50 | £62.00 family
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A fantastic way to continue your St Patrick’s Day celebrations! Enjoy a three-course meal as Priests Ted, Dougal and Jack, and of course tea-loving housekeeper, Mrs Doyle unfold fun and madness in the only way they know how! Highly-interactive, good old fashioned comedy brought to life in this parody of a well-loved show.
NATHAN CARTER
AND HIS BAND PLUS SUPPORT SUN 20th MAR 7:30pm All Tickets £24.50 He is the hottest property on the Irish music scene, performing with his band to over 400,000 people in the past year, and now Nathan Carter and his superb six piece band return to the Floral.
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FRI 18th MAR 7:00pm All Tickets £40.00 including a 3-course meal
Born in Liverpool into a family with strong Irish roots, Nathan has been captivating fans of all ages across Ireland, UK and beyond since he burst on to the Irish Country Music scene in 2009. nathancartermusic.com 17
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THE CIRCUS OF HORRORS 21ST ANNIVERSARY TOUR WELCOME TO THE CARNEVIL THU 24th MAR 7:30pm Tickets from £19.50
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The show that stormed into the finals of Britain’s Got Talent & now a West End smash is back to mark its 21st Anniversary in spectacular style. The latest incarnation ‘Welcome to the Carnevil’ is set in Victorian London in 1899, a young girl dreams of running away to join the Circus only to see her dream become a nightmare in a decrepit & corpse ridden Carnevil. A show ruled by the undead & climaxing in an awesome flaming apocalypse. circusofhorrors.co.uk
‘Blood Thirsty & Burlesque’
STRICTLY COME DANCING’S
PASHA KOVALEV IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU SAT 26th MAR 7:30pm £26.50 | £24.50 conc
Pasha Kovalev - Winner of Strictly Come Dancing 2014 tours once again with his brand new show. After the huge success of his Life Through Dance Tour he will be joined again by his spectacular dancers in an evening of Dance, chat, fun and stunning costumes.
THE INDEPENDENT
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THAT’LL BE THE DAY 30th ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL! THU 31st MAR 7:30pm All Tickets £25.50
THE BLUES BROTHERS EXPERIENCE FRI 1st APR 7:30pm £20.00 | £18.00 conc
Prepare for a nostalgia party extravaganza as the legendary That’ll Be The Day returns with another opportunity to see its 30th Anniversary Special!
The Blues Brothers started out in 1978, created by comedy actors Dan Ackroyd and John Belushi as part of a musical sketch on the American TV show, Saturday Night Live.
The nations favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety spectacular features a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the 50s, 60s & 70s, plus more side-splitting comedy!
Now, The Blues Brothers Experience recreates all the iconic atmosphere of a live performance of The Blues Brothers! A ten-piece band produces music that will thrill you.
‘This show just gets better and better’ THE TELEGRAPH
You will long remember the evening you decided to immerse yourself in The Blues Brothers Experience! Pure Entertainment!
Charting the romantic misadventures of an English girl in New York during the heady days of the 1980s, this iconic musical features a wonderful original score including Unexpected Song and the charttopping Take That Look Off Your Face. Performed by many legendary musical theatre stars including Marti Webb and Sarah Brightman, this new 2016 production directed by Paul Foster includes an intimate post-show chat with Jodie about life, love and playing the role of Emma.
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Following her acclaimed performance in the Watermill’s 2014 production of Calamity Jane, Jodie Prenger now steps into Andrew Lloyd Webber and Don Black’s classic musical, TELL ME ON A SUNDAY.
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SAT 2nd APR 7:30pm £28.50 | £26.50 conc
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SUN 3rd APR 7:30pm £25.00 | £23.00 conc Two countries. One love. Critically acclaimed show Essence of Ireland takes on a new lease of theatrical life with Ireland’s Call, a new and exciting musical adaptation of the show. Inspired by true events and spanning three decades, Ireland’s Call follows the extraordinary journey of the strong-headed Sean Dempsey, who at the end of WW2 leaves behind his childhood sweetheart Cora and his beloved homeland Ireland, in search of a better life in the Big Apple.
★ ★ ★ ★‘Mesmerising’ THE GUARDIAN
THE HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN TUE 12th APR 8:00pm All Tickets £19.00 The Hot Club of Cowtown is: Elana James - fiddle and vocals, Whit Smith ‐ guitar and vocals, Jake Erwin - upright bass and vocals.
‘It takes considerable bravery to name your band after one of the greatest jazz ensembles of the last century. Hot Club get away with it because they have spirit, originality and skill that would surely have impressed Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt back in the 1930’s.’ THE GUARDIAN
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FRI 15th APR 7:30pm £23.00 | £21.00 conc EARLY BIRD OFFER: £2 OFF for tickets booked before 30th JAN
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For the very first time ever - the biggest burlesque legends from around the world are united on one stage as Britain’s No1 burlesque show goes global. It’s Vaudeville gone volatile. Worldwide all-stars, couture costumes, an oh-so-steamy score and mind-boggling speciality acts share the spotlight - porcelain cheek to chiselled jowl - in a wickedly hilarious extravaganza. As seen from Milan to Minsk, Zurich to St Petersburg, Helsinki to Verona, Dresden to Dessau, join a thrill-a-minute, fun-filled frolic into the bizarre world of burlesque and cutting-edge variety... we dare you! Dress up and come to the cabaret. Over 18s www.easytheatres.com
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COPPÉLIA
PRESENTED BY THE VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET SAT 16th APR 7:30pm £23.50 | £21.50 conc
FEATURING THE JIVING LINDY HOPPERS & THE POLKA DOT DOLLS SUN 17th APR 3:00pm £21.50 | £19.50 conc
Coppélia appeals to audiences of all ages with its captivating story of an eccentric toymaker and his beloved doll.
Now into its 27th incredible year under the baton of legendary musical entertainer, Ray McVay, The Glenn Miller Orchestra continues to live up to its reputation as the world’s greatest big band!
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THE GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA LED BY RAY McVAY
In a show the whole family can enjoy, you’ll hear the original arrangements of classic wartime chart toppers including Moonlight Serenade, American Patrol, Little Brown Jug, Tuxedo Junction and the iconic In the Mood.
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WED 20th APR 2:30pm £16.00 | £14.00 conc We’ll Meet Again returns! The show is a bright and breezy wartime revue featuring tributes to some of the greatest entertainers of the ‘40s, such as Vera Lynn and George Formby. Here is a show for everyone who wants to be cheered up in these sombre days, and that means most of us! The cast includes comedy entertainer Steve Barclay, Andy Eastwood, Maggie O’Hara, Mervyn Francis, Pete Lindup and the Martyn St James Band. Produced by Duggie Chapman MBE.
A NIGHT OF ELO
PERFORMED BY ELO AGAIN SAT 23rd APR 7:30pm £21.50 | £19.50 conc EARLY BIRD OFFER: All tickets £16.00 before end of JAN 2016 The timeless Mr Blue Sky returns for A Night of ELO. The whole experience is a professional re-enactment of an ELO concert with live cellos and the infamous blue violin mixed with great sound reproduction, light show and visual effects. ‘...Just as good as ELO in their heyday...’ ELO Again pays tribute to the beautifully crafted songs of Jeff Lynne and ELO.
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THE SINGULAR EXPLOITS OF SHERLOCK HOLMES SAT 23rd APR 7:30pm £12.00 | £10.00 conc
The show is an affectionate one-man homage to the world’s greatest detective that includes quick costume changes, humour and audience participation.
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MUSIC! MUSIC! MUSIC!
THU 28th & FRI 29th APR 7:30pm All Tickets £13.50 Sit back, relax and let St Paul’s Operatic Society transport you on a magical journey of glitz, glamour, sophistication and pizzazz as they celebrate their 110th anniversary.
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The Singular Exploits of Sherlock Holmes features the great detective recounting highlights of his crime-busting career. It also includes autobiographical snippets concerning his life and times, the adversaries he has faced, and mysteries he has solved.
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THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) (REVISED) Written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer & Jess Winfield. Directed by Reed Martin & Austin Tichenor.
Join these madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s Comedies, Histories and Tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.
‘Pithier than python. Irresistible.’ NEW YORK TIMES
FRI 29th APR 7:30pm All Tickets £17.50 All 37 Plays in 97 Minutes! An irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays, The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) was London’s longest-running comedy having clocked a very palpable nine years in London’s West End at the Criterion Theatre!
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TAP FACTORY WORLD TOUR 2016 SAT 30th APR 7:30pm £23.00 | £21.00 conc A breathtaking show in the genre of STOMP, TAP DOGS and BLUE MAN GROUP. World on Stage and UAU International are extremely proud to be returning this world class production to the UK direct from America. This tremendously visual, and highly exciting show, features the world’s best Tap Dancers and international musicians as they blend the art of dance, percussion, comedy, and cirque acrobatics. A dazzling and amazing dance spectacular and cirque experience. www.tapfactory.com
WIRRAL COMMUNITY CHOIR BIG BAND CONCERT ‘ON BROADWAY’ SAT 30th APR 7:30pm £13.50 | £6.00 child
Come and hear the 80+ voices of one of the best Wirral-based choirs, sharing the stage with a big band. Will feature some of the most memorable tunes of the 20th century - written by George Gershwin, Richard Rodgers, Jerome Kern, John Kander, and many others. Not to be missed!
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ED BYRNE
OUTSIDE, LOOKING IN TUE 3rd MAY 8:00pm All Tickets £20.50
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That bloke. You know. The Irish guy. No, not the bald one. The other one. You know him. The one Carol from work really likes. Wait, that might be Jason Byrne. Anyway. Funny chap. Has a new show!
★★★★★ ‘A masterful display of the comic’s art ‘ SUNDAY TIMES
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★★★★★ ‘Hilarious anecdotes! l assure you Ed Byrne is one comedian you should DEFINITELY see’ EDINBURGH FESTIVAL MAGAZINE
CALL ME PSYCHIC THU 5th MAY 7:30pm All Tickets £25.00 The nations favourite psychic, Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her brand new and most jaw-dropping show yet. Funny, entertaining, sometimes heart breaking, often controversial; Sally say’s “Every night when I’m on stage amazing things happen and it’s a privilege to be able to pass on messages of love and comfort to the people I share my gift with”. The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.
FRI 6th MAY 7:30pm £21.50 | £19.50 conc Not to be missed! The Kast off Kinks are actual former members of the legendary band ‘The Kinks’.
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DR FEELGOOD &
EDDIE AND THE HOTRODS SAT 7th MAY 7:30pm £20.00 | £18.00 conc
Formed on Canvey Island in Essex in the early 1970s Dr. Feelgood remains one of the most popular and exciting live rhythm and blues acts in the world. Dr. Feelgood have enjoyed global success with a string of hit singles including Roxette and Back in the Night. The current line up continues to tour extensively throughout the World. Eddie and the Hotrods are legends of the pubrock scene producing the anthemic Do Anything You Wanna Do. A double bill of great rock music.
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GERRY CROSS THE MERSEY WED 11th MAY 7:30pm All Tickets £21.00 Join this musical journey through the life and times of one of our greatest 60s icons Gerry Marsden. Gerry and the Pacemakers topped the UK and US Charts for much of the 60s. From those early beginnings in Liverpool to the heady days of the 60s then up to the present, hear Gerry’s greatest hits mixed with stories, jokes and anecdotes.
RUSSELL WATSON... SONGS FROM THE HEART FRI 20th MAY 7:30pm All Tickets £47.00
SAT 14th MAY 7:30pm All Tickets £15.00
2015 was a phenomenal year for Russell, with a sell-out UK tour, special guest performances at US National Memorial Day in Washington DC, the Caracalla Unicef Concert in Rome and BBC Proms In the Park.
Wirral’s own Tom Spence takes to the main stage with a collaboration of extremely talented live musicians featuring the Leos String Quartet and the amazing PopVox Choir.
The UK’s best selling classical crossover artist of all time returns to the stage in 2016 with a stunning collection of our best loved songs.
Tom’s vocal versatility ensures his live show is an outstanding mix of powerful musical theatre performances, classic swing foot tappers, rousing operatic standards and songs from his new album Songs and Dreams.
“A National Treasure!”
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MAY FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS
FRI 20th MAY 7:00pm All Tickets £11.50 (All proceeds to local charities)
SAT 21st MAY 7:30pm £22.50 | £21.50 conc
A varied programme of music includes; male voice choir - The Bunker Boys (from Heswall Golf Club), female voice choir Musicality, plus three mixed groups - The Castle Singers, Off Pitch (based at Caldy Rugby Club!) and the Floral Pavilion’s own a cappella choir - Choral Pavilion.
High energy, hit songs and hot dance all in one great show. Come and join one of the best parties in town as Forever in Blue Jeans celebrates 20 happy and successful years ‘on the road’. With superb singers, dancers and musicians playing the best in Country Music and Rock ‘n’ Roll bring the whole family to enjoy one of the liveliest and happiest shows of them all.
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The Rotary Club of North Wirral is proud to be collaborating with five of the Wirral’s finest choirs to bring this first Choral Festival to the Floral Pavilion.
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Milkshake! Live is back with a brand new stage show for 2016! The show features all of your favourite songs (as well as some brand new ones!), funky dance routines, plus plenty of laughter, bags of audience interaction and bucket loads of fun for all the family too! Join the Milkshake Presenters and loads more of your Milkshake friends for an all singing, all dancing journey through Milkshake’s magical bookcase as they explore some of the world’s favourite fairy tales! This fun musical adventure is sure to have children up on their feet and singing at the top of their voices - bound to dazzle and delight!
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SUN 22nd MAY 2:00pm £14.00 | £13.00 conc | £50.00 family
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‘Oh Fe Fi Fo And Fe Fi Fum! Now what shall I do to wipe my...’ FRI 3rd JUN 2:00pm £13.50 | £11.50 conc | £46.00 family Look out for the biggest loo roll ever on stage in this GIANT of a children’s musical. Watch out for some frightened sheep, lots of excited children and a fantastic amount of toilet paper in this rip-roaring new musical by TaleGate Theatre Productions who bought you Father Christmas Needs a Wee!
FRI 17th JUN 7:30pm £22.00 | £20.00 Nights On Broadway presents a tribute to the Bee Gees through their catalogue of hits over 4 decades. The full live band blend the classic hits, acoustic medleys and dance floor fillers which define the show. This is a totally live concert experience which prides itself on musical, in particular vocal authenticity, while the accompanying costume changes compliment the show to give audiences a truly original feeling. Whether you favor the golden era of the 60s, the dance floor hits of the 70s, the comeback hits of the 80s & 90s or the string of hits they wrote for various artists along the way, this show has something to entertain everyone from the novice to the most discerning fan. www.nightsonbroadway.net 26
ONLY FOOLS AND THREE COURSES
SUN 12th JUN 7:00pm All Tickets £22.00
SAT 18th JUN 7:30pm All Tickets £40.00 including a 3-course meal
His Christmas shows always sell out so get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. Jam butties and seat cushions at the ready!
Enjoy a three course meal and meet Del Boy, Rodney and Uncle Albert in this crazy show! Interactive dining at its best. The mayhem ensues as the gang come up with mad plans that involve the audience in a fun frolicking evening. All fans of this long running series love this show.
Billy and Wally return with a big Californian sunshine show, featuring the golden surfin’ hits of The Beachboys. All the big favourites, such as Good Vibrations, will be performed by the fabulous UK Beachboys.
Dancing Queen ‘The Concert’ is an action packed party show featuring all the greatest smash hits from Abba, Grease and the 70’s! With a fantastic cast of singers and musicians, this is the ultimate party night that will have the whole family dancing in the isles!
Also featured is a brilliant Stevie Wonder tribute act, performing classics such as Isn’t She Lovely. Plus the rock n roll sounds of Showaddywaddy, Elvis and The Blues Brothers. And special guests direct from America, the amazing Electric Soul. All this and some top comedy acts.
THE CONCERT FRI 24th JUN 7:30pm £20.50 | £19.50 conc
Featuring Abba classics such as Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Knowing Me, Knowing You, and Thank You For The Music, along with the biggest 70’s hits like Summer Nights, Grease Lightning, Car Wash, YMCA and You’re The One That I Want.
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SURFIN’ USA VARIETY SHOW SUN 19th JUN 7:00pm All Tickets £20.50
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BILLY AND WALLY
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Join Doddy and friends for a Christmas treat with his 7tpm (titters per minute) marathon comedy style.
FUTURE HIGHLIGHTS
THE KEN DODD HAPPINESS SHOW
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FUTURE HIGHLIGHTS PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL PRICES INCLUDE THE NEW BOOKING FEE OF £1.50 PER TICKET. NO FEE TO FRIENDS OF THE FLORAL.
MON 6th to SAT 11th JUN Ticket prices to be announced
For the first time ever ITV’s popular Sunday evening 60s police drama, HEARTBEAT, comes to the stage starring members of the TV cast. HEARTBEAT ran for 18 years from 1992 to 2010 with audiences regularly exceeding 10 million viewers and was constantly in the top five TV programmes across all the channels. Now it comes to the stage in this touring production which, with use of video footage and a clever set, recreates the atmosphere of the 1960s rural Yorkshire settings.
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Come and see David Stockwell, Gina Ward, PC Geoff Younger and a number of other of the most popular characters in a twohour live stage production with a brandnew script. Take yourself back to the 60s, with all the great music which was always a feature of the TV series, in this excellent production.
From the writers of the hilarious Dirty Dusting comes the even funnier Waiting for Gateaux. Maureen is fighting hard to keep her little band of slimmers together and
maybe a reality TV programme could just do it, or is this the biggest mistake she will ever make. Directed by Pauline Daniels and starring Suzanne Collins, Lynne Clarke, Andy Ford, Emma Lisi and Pauline Daniels as Maureen. If you’ve ever been to a slimming club, you need to see this play.
THE BARBARA SIMONS SCHOOL OF DANCE & DRAMA RUBY ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS FRI 11th & SAT 12th MAR 7:00pm £13.50 | 11.50 conc
SPOTLIGHT ON YOUTH
MAYOR OF WIRRAL’S SPECIAL CHARITY APPEAL SUN 24th APR 7:00pm All Tickets £10.50
STARLIGHT YOUTH THEATRE PRESENTS
THE SNOW QUEEN
HOMEGROWN - LOCAL TALENT
Keeping the Floral at the heart of our community for showcasing homegrown local talent.
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REGULAR EVENTS
FLORAL TEA DANCE
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL MON 14th DEC 1:00pm £7.00 advance | £8.00 on the day
CHORAL PAVILION CHOIR REHEARSALS EVERY TUE DURING TERM TIME 1:00pm - 3:00pm | £4.00 Please check our website for future joining days.
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Floral Pavilion Blue Lounge. MUSIC @ THE PLAZA Tues 23rd July 2013, 1:00pm.
TUE - FRI 12:30pm | SUN from 2:00pm
FREE Catchy 60s Tunes sung a cappella. PLAZA / PANORAMIC LOUNGE n Music, Great Harmonies, Good Friends!
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ANTIQUES & COLLECTORS FAIR SAT 5th DEC 10:00am to 4:00pm SAT 2nd APR 10:00am to 4:00pm SAT 4th JUN 10:00am to 4:00pm £2.00 (Children FREE)
BOOK FAIR SAT 16th JAN 11:00am to 4:00pm SAT 20th FEB 11:00am to 4:00pm SAT 12th MAR 11:00am to 4:00pm SAT 9th APR 11:00am to 4:00pm SAT 14th MAY 11:00am to 4:00pm SAT 11th JUN 11:00am to 4:00pm PLAZA / PANORAMIC LOUNGE
For more information about any of these events please contact our Box Office on 0151 666 0000
CONFERENCE HIRE
WEDDINGS & PRIVATE HIRE
Providing a multi-functional space adaptable to the requirements of a variety of events from small meetings and seminars to sit-down awards dinners for up to 300 and superb facilities for exhibitions, larger conferences up to 814, fairs and trade shows.
With a dedicated entrance, bar area and stunning panoramic views over the Mersey Estuary, the Blue Lounge offers a range of room combinations to create maximum flexibility for any event or special occasion. All this is combined with superb in-house bar and catering facilities.
Contact the conference team 0151 606 2965 floralconferences@wirral.gov.uk
Contact our Wedding Co-ordinator 0151 606 2983 jamescamden@wirral.gov.uk “From the moment I first enquired about holding the event at the Floral Pavilion I have had fantastic support. Brilliant venue, excellent food, service and assistance.” Deborah Veevers, DWP “A HUGE thank you!! The venue was just amazing and our guests are still complimenting us on the food.” Amanda & Andy
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FIND US
RAIL From Liverpool Lime Street or Chester • Take the Wirral Line (underground) to New Brighton Station.
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• Upon exiting New Brighton Station, turn left along Atherton Street, walking downhill towards the promenade. • Once reaching Kings Promenade, turn right and follow the prom around in the direction of the lighthouse/fort. Walk for approximately 5mins.
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• The Floral Pavilion is on the right on Marine Promenade, opposite the walkway, which leads to the entrance to Fort Perch Rock.
BIKE We welcome cyclists and there are many bike racks outside the main entrance to the building. However please be aware that you will be responsible for the security and safety of your bicycle. The Floral Pavilion is easily accessible along a number of cycle routes that can be found across Wirral. For more information visit www.cycle-route.com BUS The following New Brighton-bound bus routes can be used to access the Floral Pavilion: From Birkenhead Bus Station: 410 & 411; From Liverpool Sir Thomas Street: 432 & 433. • Once arriving at Kings Promenade, turn right and follow the prom around in the direction of the lighthouse/fort. Walk for approximately 5 mins. • The Floral Pavilion is on the right on Marine Promenade, opposite the walkway which leads to the entrance to Fort Perch Rock.
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AFTERNOON TEA WITH FIZZ
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NEW BRIGHTON TRAIN STATION
For more information on Bus or Rail travel visit www.merseytravel.gov.uk or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 or 0151 236 7676
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MARINE POINT RETAIL & LEISURE PARK
RIVER MERSEY
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On the MONDAYS of: 23rd NOV | 25th JAN | 22nd FEB | 21st MAR 25th APR | 23rd MAY | 20th JUN 2:00pm to 4:00pm Sittings every 15 minutes Relive the splendour of a lost age of civilized pleasure with a delightful afternoon tea served exclusively in the Panoramic Lounge at the Floral Pavilion. The constantly shifting view of the Mersey estuary is the backdrop for a stylish pianist to accompany the decadent cakes and sandwiches. Conversation over tea and a refreshing glass of fizz makes for a stunning afternoon.
Enjoy the perfect start to the perfect evening with panoramic views of Liverpool Bay as you fine dine pre-show. Sit back, relax, have a great evening and leave the drama to us. BOOK ONLINE WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR TICKETS FOR A SHOW AT floralpavilion.com
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EMAIL floralboxoffice@wirral.gov.uk See menu online or ask for details at Box Office. For 7:30pm shows pre-theatre dining booking is from 5:00pm to 6:15pm
FLORAL CAFÉ OPEN: MON to SUN from 10:00am The ‘Floral Café’ is the perfect place to spend the morning with the papers, meet friends for lunch or take afternoon tea in comfortable and relaxed surroundings. Managed and run by the award-winning Carringtons Catering, the café offers a mouth-watering menu while you enjoy stunning views from our Panoramic Lounge overlooking Liverpool Bay or listen to the regular lunchtime concerts. Dogs are welcome all day in the Lower floor only. Please keep any dogs on a lead at all times when in the building. Afternoon Tea served between 2pm - 4pm. Selection of Homemade Sandwiches, Fruit Scones served with Clotted Cream and Strawberry Jam and Assorted Tea Pastries served with a lovely Hot Tea or Fruit Tea.
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£4.95 COFFEE & CAKE
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PLAZA BAR Serving a range of wine, beers, spirits and soft drinks, our Plaza Bar opens one hour pre-show. Pre-order your interval drinks when you arrive; grab a pre-show drink and relax in the Plaza Lounge with friends. 33
VENUE ACCESSIBILITY
ENTRANCE: automatic Entrance doors directly from the promenade. LIFT: Lift to all levels including the Conference Centre and Auditorium. PARKING: Parking opposite the Theatre as well as designated accessible parking spaces near the entrance. TOILETS: Accessible toilets are located in the Foyer and on the Plaza levels with a family friendly cubicle in both the male and female toilets. HEARING LOOP: In the Auditorium. Please ask at the Cloakroom for a headset upon arrival. ASSISTANCE DOGS: welcome in all areas. If possible please advise Box Office at time of booking tickets. LARGE PRINT WHAT’S ON GUIDE: available from Box Office.
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WHEELCHAIR SPACES: a number of spaces available at every performance. Please speak to Box Office at time of booking.
JOIN THE CONVERSATION If you want to keep up-to-date with all the latest news and information about the Floral Pavilion, you can subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter when you book your tickets. We are also on Facebook and Twitter. Follow us on Twitter @floralpavilion or ‘Like Us’ on our Facebook page floral.pavilion and join the conversation. Hear about forthcoming shows, see photos, watch videos, enter exclusive online competitions, and tell us what you think about shows you’ve seen.
COUNTER SERVICE Mon to Sat 11:00am to 6:00pm Sun 12:00pm to 4:00pm (until curtain up on performance days) TELEPHONE SERVICE 0151 666 0000 Mon to Sat 11:00am to 6:00pm ONLINE SERVICE 24hrs a day seven days a week at floralpavilion.com where you can choose your own seat directly from the seating plan, pre-order selected programmes and book pre-theatre dining. TICKET FEES £1.50 per ticket unless otherwise stated. Fee capped at 8 tickets. Payable at Box Office, Online or Telephone sales and on all payment types.
DISCOUNTS & CONCESSIONS Concessions (where stated) Senior Citizens, registered unemployed, disabled, full-time students and children under 16. Friends of the Floral Members No ticket fees on any show, plus 10% discount on up to two full price tickets for shows where you see the FF LOGO. Discounts and special offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts or offers. Discounts cannot be redeemed against tickets already purchased.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
GROUP BOOKINGS
Every audience member must be in possession of a valid ticket. There is no refund on tickets once purchased, however we may provide a resale service in the event of a sold out performance- subject to a ticket charge - and the remaining money will be credited to the Booker’s Floral Pavilion account.
Group bookings for more than 20 people are available through our dedicated phone line 0151 666 0001 and email floralboxoffice@wirral.gov.uk
Exchanges are normally not possible due to the short runs of most Floral shows, but may be allowed under exceptional circumstances and the Manager’s discretion. Tickets cannot be resold for more than the original purchase cost. See our website for full T&Cs.
BOOKING INFORMATION
BOX OFFICE
We have group discounts available on most performances and are happy to make special arrangements for your visit and talk through your needs and requirements.
All information is correct at time of going to press.
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STILL TO COME THIS SEASON
EVOLUTION PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
MISTER MAKER AND THE SHAPES LIVE!
SUN 1st NOV 1:30pm & 4:00pm | £14.50 | £11.00 child | £46.00 family
AN EVENING WITH ALAN JOHNSON SUN 1st NOV 7:30pm | £17.00 | £15.00 conc
LIVE NATION IN ASSOCIATION WITH MZA PRESENT
JIMEÓIN - YEEHAA!
TUE 3rd NOV 7:30pm | All Tickets £18.50 Age 14+
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THE MERSEYBEATS WITH SPECIAL GUESTS THE IVY LEAGUE WED 4th NOV 7:30pm | All Tickets £18.50 MAD ABOUT THE MUSICALS 10th ANNIVERSARY STARRING GARETH GATES & MICHAEL COURTNEY THU 5th NOV 7:30pm | £24.00 | £22.00 conc
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THE BILLY FURY YEARS
FRI 6th NOV 7:30pm | All tickets £19.50
FOSTER AND ALLEN 40th ANNIVERSARY TOUR TUE 10th NOV 7:30pm | £19.50 | £17.50 conc
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RUSSIAN STATE BALLET SWAN LAKE LIVE ORCHESTRA WED 11th NOV 7:30pm | £29.50 | £27.50 conc
SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL
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CHRISTMAS MEMORIES
TUE 24th NOV 2:00pm | All Tickets £11.00 LAKIN MCCARTHY PRESENTS
RUBY WAX SANE NEW WORLD THU 26th NOV 7:30pm | £21.00 | £19.00 conc
THE FRON MALE VOICE CHOIR STARRING WYNNE EVANS FRI 27th NOV 7:30pm | All Tickets £16.00
MUCH LOVED PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
VIENNESE STRAUSS CHRISTMAS GALA SAT 28th NOV 7:30pm | £20.00 | £18.00 conc
THE KEN DODD HAPPINESS SHOW SUN 29th NOV 7:00pm | All Tickets £22.00
F:RATED COMEDY CLUB
SUN 29th NOV 8:00pm All tickets £11.00 | Show & 2 course meal £23.00 (served 6:30pm in Blue Lounge)
WALLASEY OPERATIC SOCIETY PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS
THE FLINT STREET NATIVITY BY TIM FIRTH THE TOMMY COOPER SHOW
SUN 6th DEC 7:00pm | £15.00 | £13.00 conc CHRISTMAS WITH WIRRAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT!
SUN 13th DEC 2:15pm & 5:30pm | £11.00 | £9.00 conc | £5 child
TOM SPENCE AT CHRISTMAS WED 16th DEC 12:30pm | All Tickets £11.00 STORYTIME WITH SANTA
FRI 18th to THU 24th DEC 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm & 2:30pm SUN 20th to WED 23rd DEC 4:00pm £10.00 child ticket | FREE for adults (up to 2 parents per child)
WED 9th DEC to SUN 3rd JAN
A L L P R I C E S I N C LU D E A £ 1 F E E P E R T I C K E T . N O F E E TO F R I E N D S O F T H E F LO R A L .
WED 2nd & THU 3rd DEC 7:30pm | All Tickets £11.00
STILL TO COME THIS SEASON
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MARINE PROMENADE, NEW BRIGHTON, WIRRAL, CH45 2JS. MONDAY to SATURDAY: OPEN 11:00am to 6:00pm. SUNDAYS: OPEN 12:00pm to 4:00pm. PERFORMANCE DAYS: OPEN until curtain up.
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