GROUPS A GRAND WELCOME
WE CARE ABOUT OUR GROUPS AND YOUR PLANNED EVENT The Grand aims to offer the very best deals and service to our group organisers and travel trade. Whatever your requirements, we are always there to assist; be it accommodation, dining, parking or other activities to enjoy in Blackpool. This season we present great group discounts on smash hit Musicals including the all new production of Little Shop of Horrors and the ultimate celebration of Frankie Vali & The Four Seasons – Walk Like A Man. Top Drama with Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic melodrama Jekyll and Hyde and Dickens’ best story ever written Tale of Two Cities. If you’re a toe-tapper or just love dancing in the aisle we present the return of [the sell-out] ELO Again or join us for the greatest party ever to celebrate Elkie Brooks’ 70th Birthday. Groups as small as 10 can make savings on our theatre tickets. If you’ve never organised a group outing to The Grand Theatre, it really couldn’t be simpler. If you have, then we hope to welcome you to this very special place again soon.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Puppetry Of The Penis:
FRI 30 SEPT
Groups 10+ ÂŁ17.50
The Vegas Show
Puppetry Of The Penis has now played to most of the Western World, having been hosted in over 35 countries and performed in 6 languages. Two near naked men (don't panic, they wear shoes!) manipulate their nether regions using the Ancient Art of Genital Origami, providing the audience with a hilarious array of shapes and impersonations which will be projected onto a huge video screen. This latest incarnation comes fresh from sin city itself, Las Vegas, where the show has been thrilling audiences. This show will feature all of your favourites, including the Eiffel Tower, the Lochness Monster, the Pelican and of course, the iconic Hamburger, but will also include a host of new installations that promise to rock you into hilarious fits of laughter. We offer advanced booking discounts, party bookings, and of course, senior citizens can get tickets for ÂŁ10 cheaper than anyone else! This is a non-sexual show and does contain full frontal male nudity. WARNING: This show contains traces of nut. Age guidance: 18+ @PuppetryoftheP
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ENTERTAINMENT
ELO Again A Night of ELO
SAT 1 OCT
Groups 10+ £20.50
The British Rock group The Electric Light Orchestra epitomised the 70s with their unique symphonic rock style and unforgettable classics. Pop masterpieces such as Mr Blue Sky, Livin’ Thing, Turn to Stone, Sweet Talking Woman, Shine A Little Love, Hold On Tight, Confusion, Evil Woman, Telephone Line, Don’t Bring Me Down...to name just a few. ELO AGAIN will have you rocking in the aisles and re-living your musical heritage in this fantastic production. They accurately perform the great ELO classics that are dear to millions of music lovers worldwide. No doubt about it, the music of the Electric Light Orchestra has stood the test of time… And not it’s your time to re-live that classic sound again with the ultimate ELO tribute show A NIGHT OF ELO @ELO_AGAIN
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DRAMA
Nobody's Perfect
TUES 4 to SAT 8 OCT
Groups 10+ £12.50 Tues to Thurs only
‘Love Is All Around’ is the name of a feminist publishing house where Harriet Copeland is running a competition to find new romantic fiction written by women only. Leonard Loftus is trying to get his books published, but Harriet keeps sending his manuscripts back because they are the work of a man. When Leonard finally sends a manuscript based on his experience as a single parent, and uses the female pseudonym "Myrtle Banbury", Harriet is impressed. She finds the writing superb and insists on meeting Myrtle so she can hand over the prize money and get Myrtle's signature on a contract. In order to collect the money, Leonard is forced to carry on the pretence that "Myrtle" exists, by dressing up as a woman and pretending that he is his own fictitious aunt. Leonard's teenage daughter, Dee Dee, and his father, Gus, play along with the deception with hilarious consequences. Cast includes Stephen Beckett (The Bill, Coronation Street) and Leah Bracknell (Emmerdale). @talkingScarlet
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DRAMA
A Tale of Two Cities
TUES 11 to SAT 15 OCT
Groups 10+ £4off 20+ £5off
Dickens considered his novel, A Tale of Two Cities the best story he had ever written. Interweaving one family’s intensely personal drama with the terror and chaos of the French Revolution, it is an epic story of love, sacrifice and redemption amidst horrific violence and world changing events. In an era of regime changes and citizen protest around the world, this bold new dramatic adaptation by Mike Poulton (Fortune’s Fool, Old Vic; Wolf Hall) set to rousing original music by Oscar-winning composer Rachel Portman (The Cider House Rules, Beloved) seems more relevant than ever. Directed by James Dacre Audio Described Friday 14 October 7:30pm Wednesday 12 October, Post show, FREE with your show ticket With Neale Birch and members of the company, no booking necessary, just come down to the front of the stalls after the show. PAGE TO THE STAGE Thursday 13 October, 11:30am (1hr) FREE with your show ticket Meet the Associate Director and members of the company and explore how A Tale of Two Cities came to life as a theatrical production. Open to the general public, schools and colleges. Book with your show ticket by phone or at the Box Office
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@TCTCompany
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MUSICALS
Walk Like A Man
MON 17 to SAT 29 OCT
Groups 10+ £4off 20+ £5off
WALK LIKE A MAN takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since its debut in 2005. Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more. With a repertoire that needs no introduction, WALK LIKE A MAN combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia that will leave you wanting more! Don’t miss the ultimate celebration of one of the world’s greatest Rock 'n' Roll bands! @teamhandshake
www.handshakegroup.com
HANDSHAKE LTD PRESENTS
THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO A ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PHENOMENON
Frankie Valli And The Four Seasons!
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DRAMA
Rehearsal for Murder
MON 31 OCT to SAT 5 NOV
Groups
10+ £3off 50+ £5off 100+ £7.00 off
Adapted for the Stage by David Rogers
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 from the pen of the legendary award-winning writing team Levinson and Link, whose work includes the mystery series Murder, She Wrote and Columbo. The star cast features screen heart-throb Gary Mavers of Peak Practice and Casualty fame and fresh from playing the evil Gordon Livesy in Emmerdale. Stage and screen leading man, Alex Ferns, who gripped the nation playing the villainous Trevor Morgan in EastEnders, is joined by Susie Amy best known for playing the much loved Chardonnay in the ITV series Footballers’ Wives. Joining them will be chart-topper Anita Harris, whose films include the Carry On franchise and Ben Nealon from ITV’s award-winning drama Soldier Soldier. Audio Described Friday 4 November @BKLProductions
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FOLLOWING TEN YEARS OF THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY A NEW CHAPTER FROM THE WRITERS OF MURDER SHE WROTE
BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY
DAVID ROGERS
DIRECTOR
GARY MAVERS, ALEX FERNS, SUSIE AMY, ANITA HARRIS and BEN NEALON
ROY MARSDEN
'AN EVENING THAT WILL HAVE YOU CLAMOURING FOR MORE' ESSENTIAL SURREY
'KEEPS YOU ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT' MAIDENHEAD ADVERTISER
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DANCE
James Wilton Presents LEVIATHAN
TUES 8 NOV
Groups 10+ £4off 20+ £5off
LEVIATHAN follows Ahab, a ship captain hell-bent on capturing the white whale: Moby Dick, a beast as vast and dangerous as the sea itself, yet serene and beautiful beyond all imagining. Ahab’s crew is drawn into the unhinged charisma of their captain, blindly following him on his perilous adventure towards almost certain destruction. Multi-award winning choreographer James Wilton re-imagines Herman Melville’s seminal novel, Moby Dick. Featuring a cast of 7, Wilton’s trademark blend of athletic dance, martial arts, capoeira and partner-work, LEVIATHAN will have you on the edge of your seat. It will leave you gasping for air under the sheer ferocity of movement, all accompanied by a powerful electro-rock soundtrack by Lunatic Soul. LEVIATHAN has been commissioned by: The Barbican Theatre, Plymouth University and Ocean City Festival, Swindon Dance, The Place, Blackpool Grand, Barnsley Civic, The Gulbenkian and BBC Performing Arts Fund, with support from Arts Council England.
@JWiltonDance
www.jameswiltondance.org.uk
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DANCE
Phoenix Dance Theatre
SAT 12 NOV
Groups 10+ £4off 20+ £5off
Presents Triple Bill 2016
Phoenix Dance Theatre’s Triple Bill 2016 showcases three engaging works in celebration of their 35th anniversary. Co-commissioned with the The Royal Ballet, Dutch/Israeli choreographer Itzik Galili reworks his piece Until. With/Out.Enough, an emotional abstract journey filled with intimacy, athletic power and tension. To follow, audience favourite Melt by Phoenix Dance Theatre’s Artistic Director Sharon Watson sees the elements collide as dancers swoop and glide across the stage in a breathtaking mix of aerial dance. Finally, the quirky and playful Bloom by award-winning choreographer Caroline Finn explores the darkly comic expressions of life and humanity. Until.With/Out.Enough is a co-commission between The Royal Ballet and Phoenix Dance Theatre. Bloom is commissioned in partnership with the New Adventures Choreographer Award.
@PhoenixLeeds
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www.phoenixdancetheatre.co.uk
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MUSICALS
Little Shop of Horrors
TUES 22 to SAT 26 NOV
Groups 20+ £4off, 50+ £5off Stalls and dress (top price only)
‘Seymour Krelborn, the assistant at Mushnik’s Flower Shop in downtrodden Skid Row, becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers a strange and exotic plant. He names it Audrey Two in order to impress glamorous Audrey, the colleague he’s secretly in love with. Audrey Two quickly starts to wilt, putting Seymour’s job and dream future with Audrey at risk. Accidentally pricking his finger, Seymour discovers Audrey Two needs a little more than plant food to thrive. The plant grows into a bad-tempered, foul-mouthed carnivore whose voracious appetite becomes increasingly difficult to satisfy. How far will Seymour go for the woman of his dreams? This all new production is brought to The Grand by Sell a Door Theatre Company, who have rapidly gained a reputation for the high quality of their work and have previously toured critically acclaimed productions of Avenue Q, Footloose, American Idiot and Seussical the Musical across the UK. Directed by Tara Wilkinson, whose credits as Associate Director include the West End hits Memphis the Musical, Sunday in the Park with George and Hairspray and tours of Sister Act and 9 to 5.’ @LittleShopTour
www.Selladoor.com
sell a door T H E AT R E CO M PA N Y
MUSIC BY
ALAN MENKEN
BOOKS AND LYRICS BY
HOWARD ASHMAN leShopTour littleshopuktour.com | @Litt @Grand_Theatre
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PANTO
Aladdin
FRI 9 DEC to Groups 20+ BAND B £15.50 SUN 8 JAN BAND C £12 2017 Pay by 31 Oct and get
Starring CBBC’s Barney Harwood, Grand Theatre legend Steve Royle (BBC Radio Lancashire), Holby City’s Mark Moraghan, Radio Wave 9.65fm’s Hayley Kay, Comedy Magician Mark James and Philip Meeks!
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£2 discount per ticket
Fly on our magic carpet for a ride not to be forgotten in this fantastic family adventure! Join Aladdin on his quest to win the heart of the beautiful Princess and retrieve a mysterious lamp. Aladdin is a classic fantasy tale jam-packed with music and dance, fun and laughter, bravery, love and a magic lamp. Will Aladdin and the princess ever find true love? Will the Princess tell her father of Abanazar’s evil plot? and more importantly… will Widow Twanky ever get her washing done? Barney Harwood is returning home to Blackpool where his performing days began! A regular in children’s entertainment for more than ten years, hosting Radio Four’s Go For It and several television shows – picking up a BAFTA for best presenter along the way – before joining Blue Peter in 2010. More recently, Harwood, features in the popular series “All Over the Place” currently airing on CBBC. Steve Royle who was last year made a Friends of The Grand Patron is returning for his fourteenth year. Steve is a comedian, radio presenter, actor and writer. For over 12 years Steve could be found in the guise of Mad Edgar the court jester at Camelot theme park where he presented over 2000 Crazy Juggling Shows. He has also supported both Peter Kay and Dave Spikey on tour and was voted “Entertainer of the Year” at the recent Red Rose Awards. His many TV appearances have included Phoenix Nights, Max & Paddy, Behind The Scene, That’s Entertainment, Stand-up Britain, Give Your Mate A Break, The Afternoon Show, Talk Of The North, and The Things You Do For Love. Following last year’s record-breaking pantomime, Snow White, you’re guaranteed another year of spectacular sets, dazzling costumes and side-splitting comedy. To book tickets, grab your magic lamp, jump aboard your magical carpet and fly to the box office now! Audio Described and BSL Sign Interpreted performance – Sat 17 Dec 2016 (2pm) #GRANDPanto
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PANTO
Aladdin
9 DEC TO 8 JAN 2017
Groups ???
Starring CITV’s Barney Harwood and Grand Theatre legend Steve Royle (BBC Radio Lancashire). Fly on our magic carpet for a ride not to be forgotten in this fantastic family adventure! Join Aladdin on his quest to win the heart of the beautiful Princess and retrieve a mysterious lamp. Aladdin is a classic fantasy tale jam-packed with music and dance, fun and laughter, bravery, love and a magic lamp. Will Aladdin and the princess ever find true love? Will the Princess tell her father of Abanazar’s evil plot? and more importantly... will Widow Twanky ever get her washing done? Harwood is returning home to Blackpool where his performing days began! A regular in children’s entertainment for more than ten years, hosting Radio Four’s Go For It and several television shows – picking up a BAFTA for best presenter along the way – before joining Blue Peter in 2010. More recently, Harwood, features in the popular series “All Over the Place” currently airing on CBBC. Audio Described and BSL Sign Interpreted performance – Sat 17 Dec 2016 (2pm)
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ENTERTAINMENT
Beyond the Barricade
SUN 22 JAN 2017
Groups 10+ ÂŁ23
Beyond the Barricade has delighted audiences throughout the UK and mainland Europe for more than a decade, with its exciting concert portrayal of the greatest songs in musical theatre, all performed totally live! Recreating original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, this cast of past principal performers from Les Miserables!, present a blockbusting two hour show, and is now established as the nation’s favourite musical theatre concert. Starring Andy Reiss, David Fawcett, Katie Leeming and Rebecca Vere, together with their own ensemble of talented musicians, Beyond the Barricade features songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Jersey Boys, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables! @BtBarricade
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MUSICALS
Buddy The Buddy Holly Story
MON 20 to SAT 25 FEB
Groups 10+ £4off 20+ £5off
(Excluding Monday)
Seen by over 22 million people worldwide, this sensational multi-award winning West End show returns to the Grand Theatre for the first time in 14 years. Forget feel good, The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a cast of phenomenally talented actors and musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his meteoric rise to fame, to his final legendary performance at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa. Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb! @BuddyTheMusical
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AT A GLANCE Our main ticket office is located at: The Grand Theatre, 33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire FY1 1HT Box Office 01253 743343
Group Sales 01253 743232
Shows are available online. Simply visit blackpoolgrand.co.uk what's on page. To book click 'Book' and follow the step-by-step instructions.
Puppetry of the Penis FRI 30 SEPT 10+ £17.50
James Wilton Leviathan TUES 8 NOV 10+ £4off, 20+ £5off
ELO Again SAT 1 OCT 10+ £20.50
Phoenix Dance Theatre SAT 12 NOV 10+ £4off, 20+ £5off
Nobody’s Perfect TUES 4 to SAT 8 OCT 10+ £12.50
Little Shop of Horrors TUES 22 to SAT 26 NOV 20+ £4off, 50+ £5off
A Tale of Two Cities TUES 11 to SAT 15 OCT 10+ £4off, 20+ £5off
Aladdin 9 DEC to 8 JAN 2017
Ask Box Office for best price
Walk Like A Man MON 17 to SAT 29 OCT 10+ £4off, 20+ £5off Rehearsal for Murder MON 31 OCT to SAT 5 NOV 10+ £3off, 50+ £5off, 100+ £7.00off
HANDSHAKE LTD PRESENTS
THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO A ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PHENOMENON
Frankie Valli And The Four Seasons!
handshakegroup.com
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Beyond The Barricade 22 JAN 2017 10+ £23
@teamhandshake
YouTube.com/GrandBlackpool web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk @Grand_Theatre facebook.com/blackpoolgrand The Blackpool Grand Theatre (Arts & Entertainments) Ltd. is a Registered Charity (No. 1022754) and Blackpool Grand Theatre Trust Ltd. (No. 506601) Address: 33 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HT Box Office: 01253 743343 Email: box@blackpoolgrand.co.uk Front cover image: Little Shop of Horrors Brochure design: kevinlloyddesign.co.uk
The Buddy Holly Story MON 20 to SAT 25 FEB 10+ £4off, 20+ £5off