Leas Cliff Hall Folkestone New Season Brochure. Autumn & Winter 2015 by Leas Cliff Hall

SEASON INCLUDES: FREDDIE FLINTOFF: 2ND INNINGS

AUTUMN/ WINTER 2015

SALLY MORGAN: PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD MILTON JONES & THE TEMPLE OF DAFT

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Welcome to our season line up for Autumn/Winter 2015. As one of the leading entertainment venues in Kent, we have a top quality programme of variety, theatre, comedy, dance & live music to match.

THE COUNTRY SUPERSTARS 24 JUL THE BOOTLEG SIXTIES 26 JUL JOAN ARMATRADING 31 JUL JIMMY CARR 1 AUG BUGSY MALONE 20-22 AUG BASIL BRUSH 28 AUG ABBA REUNION 4 SEP RAT PACK VEGAS SPECTACULAR 5 SEP THE CARPENTERS STORY 25 SEP KEITH BARRY 27 SEP THE SHIRES 8 OCT THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOK 11 OCT FREDDIE FLINTOFF 12 OCT TREXTASY 14 OCT PADDY McGUINNESS 15 OCT ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS 16 OCT THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCE 17 OCT BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE 18 OCT BIG TIME AMERICAN WRESTLING 23 OCT CHARLIE LANDBOROUGH 28 OCT ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN 29 OCT SALLY MORGAN 30 OCT THE GLENN MILLER STORY 31 OCT WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD 4 NOV JACKSON LIVE 6 NOV YOUTH FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE 7 NOV MILTON JONES 8 NOV THINK FLOYD 13 NOV CHAS & DAVE 14 NOV HALFWAY TO PARADISE 16 NOV BELLOWHEAD 17 NOV STEVE HARLEY & COCKNEY REBEL 21 NOV JIM DAVIDSON 22 NOV VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET 24 NOV RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC 25 NOV BAY CITY ROLLERS 27 NOV GO WEST, NICK KERSHAW & T’PAU 29 NOV ROYAL MARINES CHARITY CONCERT 1 DEC THE BIG CHRIS BARBER BAND 5 DEC GLITZ, BLITZ & 70’S HITS 10 DEC BEYOND THE BARRICADE 11 DEC CHRISTMAS MEMORIES 15 DEC SO THIS IS CHRISTMAS 19 DEC ALADDIN 22 DEC - 9 JAN 2016 THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW 1 FEB JOE BROWN IN CONCERT 16 FEB

This August we welcome back the talented Kidz On Stage with their production of Bugsy Malone (Aug 20 - 22). Bag yourself a family ticket for this custard pie loaded barrel of laughs from just £45.

New Mid-week Wedding Package available from £3995

The forthcoming season includes brand new comedy from stand up favourites Paddy McGuinness, Milton Jones & Jim Davidson. Live music fans of all genre’s will be well catered for with record breaking UK Country music act, The Shires, something a little heavier from rockers Bullet For My Valentine, a return visit from the UK’s most successful Folk act Bellowhead and the east-end sound of the legendary Chas & Dave. If you’re a regular attendee our ATG Theatrecard could be just the money saving ticket. A few of the many benefits include exclusive ticket offers across the 38 ATG venues including the West End, priority booking and no booking fees for most shows. For more info please have a look through the brochure.

With stunning views across the

We look forward to welcoming you back to the Leas Cliff Hall soon.

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CLIVE WATSON GENERAL MANAGER

Leas Cliff Hall is a wonderful wedding venue.

WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD WED 4 NOV

Everything is here to suit your needs, from elegant air-conditioned rooms to professional catering staff and an experienced weddings team to ensure every last detail of your day is perfect. Whether you’re planning a large, lavish wedding, a smaller intimate day or a reception party to remember, we can make it special.

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COMEDY, DANCE, MUSIC AND THEATRE

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THE COUNTRY SUPERSTARS EXPERIENCE FRI 24 JUL 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C E G TICKETS FROM £19.50 £22.40 online/phone Hosted by Sarah Jayne (Europe’s Leading Dolly Parton tribute) & Award Winning Vocal Impersonator Andy Crust we meet the most influential Country music icons. Featuring Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Billie Jo Spears, Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, Tammy Wynette and John Denver. Kenny Rogers himself states that Sarah & Andy’s Tribute to Kenny & Dolly is Europe’s Leading Tribute Act.

‘lovely setting, ideal for lunch or afternoon tea’

THE BOOTLEG SIXTIES For unbeatable English Channel views, visit our Cafe Bar & View Point. Open all year round for hot and cold drinks, snacks, light lunches and seasonal specials.

Don’t miss out!

SUN 26 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone Performed by The Overtures, The Bootleg Sixties encapsulates the essence of the sixties in this hit-packed, epic two hour show. Pop music’s greatest decade is brought to life by the music of the period’s biggest bands, fashion, newsreel and iconic video footage of the era. ‘BEST BAND OF THEIR KIND IN THE WORLD.’ SIR ELTON JOHN

JOAN ARMATRADING

FRI 31 JUL 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £31 £33.90 online/phone

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‘I will never retire but this will be the last major tour that I will undertake. For the first time these concerts will be me, solo, on stage playing the guitar and piano and singing. I want these concerts to be a special, lively, interactive, one-to-one experience’

This should not be missed!

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Drinks Vouchers You can now purchase drinks vouchers in advance, saving you money and time on the night! Buy 4 vouchers for £16 at the box office when you book your tickets or before an event. On the night, redeem each voucher for a drink.* Not only will this avoid a longer wait at the bar, but will also save you up to £1 per drink! Please ask for more information at the box office.

JIMMY CARR FUNNY BUSINESS

SAT 1 AUG 8pm TICKETS FROM £26 £28.90 online/phone Jimmy’s been described as ‘the hardest working man in comedy’. Which, let’s face facts, is not that impressive. It’s like being the ‘Tallest Dwarf’ or the ‘Healthiest Glaswegian’. Really not that big a deal. Funny Business is Jimmy’s brand-new stand-up show. Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition; stay for the kn*b gags. Show suitable for ages 16+

*Drinks included are a large (187ml) glass of wine, a pint of beer, single spirits and alcopops.

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COMEDY, DANCE, MUSIC AND THEATRE KIDZ ON STAGE PRESENTS

RAT PACK VEGAS SPECTACULAR

DIRECTOR BOB OSBORNE

The ‘Purveyors of Cool’ return with a sensational show and live orchestra featuring The Greatest Music Of The 20th Century. Experience the wonderful music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Junior; all performed live! Expect to hear Come Fly With Me, Under My Skin, Sway, Mr Bojangles, Fly Me to the Moon, That’s Amore, Mack the Knife, plus many more. Enjoy vintage Las Vegas with show girls and timeless style.

SAT 5 SEP 7.30pm Free admission for accompanied children (B & C) TICKETS FROM £15 £16.90 online/phone

PRODUCERS BOB OSBORNE / NEIL HUNNISETT CHOREOGRAPHY KATE MACKENZIE

All your favourite characters from 1920s Chicago are back! Larger-than-life Speakeasy boss Fat Sam, his ‘girl’ Tallulah, rival mobster Dandy Dan, aspiring songstress Blousey Brown and of course, ex-boxer Bugsy! Supported by a chorus of 100 drama students aged 7 - 18. Thu - Sat eves 7.30pm Fri & Sat mats 2.30pm TICKETS FROM £13 £14.90 online/phone

THE CARPENTERS STORY

FRI 25 SEP 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off C G TICKETS FROM £19 £21.90 online/phone Lavish arrangements, stunning vocal harmonies and Claire Furley’s uncanny representation of Karen Carpenter combine, reviving memories of pop’s most melodic duo. Featuring We’ve Only Just Begun, Goodbye To Love, Top of the World and many more! ‘VERY ACCURATE - I’M FLATTERED’ RICHARD CARPENTER (1989)

OPENING NIGHT OFFER: ALL SINGLE TICKETS £10 FAMILY TICKET £48

KEITH BARRY BRAIN HACKER

SUN 27 SEP 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £18.50 £21.40 online/phone Keith Barry has established himself as Ireland’s biggest touring entertainment star. Following ITV’s hit Saturday night TV show You’re Back in the Room he now brings his show Brain Hacker to theatres. Brain Hacker, featuring a combination of mind control, deception, mentalism and hypnotism, promises to be a show that you won’t forget in a hurry. ‘GO SEE HIM HE’S MINDBLOWING’ WOODY HARRELSON

THE BASIL BRUSH SHOW FULL-ON FOX FRI 28 AUG 2.30pm FAMILY TICKET £46 C TICKETS FROM £15 £16.90 online/phone Join in the mayhem, fun and excitement! Basil Brush is a star with an outstanding ability to entertain and make people of all ages laugh. The Basil Brush Show has been seen by millions of viewers all over the globe. Britain’s most loveable fox is back on the road along with TV chum Mr Stephen (aka Chris Pizzey). Meet them after the show!

ABBA REUNION THE TRIBUTE SHOW

FRI 4 SEP 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3.50 off C G TICKETS FROM £21 £23.90 online/phone Created by an Award-winning West End director, producer and choreographer and starring the original ‘Frida’ from the London West End cast, the superbly accurate vocals, harmonies, guitar and keyboards combined with stunning iconic replica costumes, choreography and set, produce the most authentic Abba tribute show in the world today!

THE SHIRES THU 8 OCT 7pm (Doors) TICKETS FROM £16.25 £19.15 online/phone The groundswell of interest in country music in the UK is now officially unstoppable. But one of the acts helping to make country cooler than ever on this side of the Atlantic aren’t from Tennessee or Texas, they’re from Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire. They look and sound great, and have become the first British country band to reach the Top 10 in the Official UK Album Chart with their debut Brave. Step forward, The Shires!

COMEDY, DANCE, MUSIC AND THEATRE THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOK

ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS

SUN 11 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G TICKETS FROM £19 £21.90 online/phone

FRI 16 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off G TICKETS FROM £20.50 £23.40 online/phone

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to experience The Billy Joel Songbook in this electrifying concert performed by dynamic singer/ songwriter and piano-player, Elio Pace and his magnificent 6-piece band. This sensational tour celebrates Billy Joel’s phenomenal music, including Uptown Girl, Just The Way You Are, My Life, Scenes From An Italian Restaurant, Goodnight Saigon and Piano Man.

Back by popular demand! Lee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist presents the ultimate tribute to the King. Accompanied by his world class band and large screen projection, this is the largest Elvis show to tour UK theatres. Prepare to be enthralled.

PERFORMED BY ELIO PACE & HIS BAND

FREDDIE FLINTOFF: 2ND INNINGS UNGUARDED AND UNLEASHED

MON 12 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £26 £28.90 online/phone Spend time with one of Cricket’s greatest legends. Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff, hero of the historic 2005 victorious Ashes England team, hits the road celebrating the 10th anniversary, sharing his memories of that summer, and some behind the crease insights to the game. Freddie is joined by comedy writer/producer, Clyde Holcroft, his podcast partner in crime. It’s unscripted, unedited, unguarded and unleashed...

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THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCE SAT 17 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off C G TICKETS FROM £26.50 £29.40 online/phone Featuring Herman’s Hermits, Chris Farlowe, Steve Ellis (the voice of Love Affair), Union Gapuk, New Amen Corner. Hosted by Alan Mosca from Freddie and The Dreamers. Brand new production for 2015. The must see 60s extravaganza with timeless classics performed by 5 of the most influential artistes of the 60s. Hits include, I’m Into Something Good, Out Of Time, Everlasting Love, Bend Me Shape Me and Young Girl.

T-REXTASY: I LOVE TO BOOGIE

BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE

WED 14 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G TICKETS FROM £22 £24.90 online/phone

SUN 18 OCT 7pm (Doors) TICKETS FROM £23 £25.90 online/phone

T.Rextasy have now been performing around the world for over 20 years, a career that ironically out lives Marc’s very own T.Rex. The band is now accepted as the world’s only official live tribute band dedicated to Marc Bolan & T.Rex. ‘THEY’RE THE CLOSEST YOU’RE EVER GOING TO GET TO THE REAL THING’ BILL LEGEND (ORIGINAL T.REX DRUMMER)

PADDY McGUINNESS DADDY McGUINNESS THU 15 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £18.50 £21.40 online/phone

One of the country’s best-loved and most popular comedians, Paddy McGuinness, has announced a brand new UK tour. The star of ITV’s Take Me Out will return to his performing roots, with his first stand-up comedy tour since 2011. After numerous sell out tours and best-selling DVDs, Paddy’s long awaited return to stand-up will see him perform his hotly anticipated show, Daddy McGuinness on Folkestone’s biggest stage.

LEE ‘MEMPHIS’ KING

Bullet For My Valentine are proud to announce their eagerly awaited fifth studio album VENOM, released this August and a huge UK and European headline tour for the Autumn. Bullet For My Valentine have established themselves as one of the biggest bands on the planet. Over the course of their astonishing career they have sold 10 million albums and toured the globe countless times.

BIG TIME AMERICAN WRESTLING FRI 23 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM CHILD £10 £11.90 online/phone ADULT £15 £16.90 online/phone FAMILY TICKET £45 Superslam wrestling returns to the Leas Cliff Hall 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, book early to ensure a night of action never to be beaten!

COMEDY, DANCE, MUSIC AND THEATRE CHARLIE LANDSBOROUGH

JACKSON LIVE

FRI 6 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone

WED 28 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £18 £20.90 online/phone This remarkable singer/songwriter has played all over the world, becoming one of the all-time biggest selling artists in Irish Music history. Charlie has performed at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry to a full house - unprecedented for a UK artist - and won just about every possible award in Country music.

ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN

Ben’s portrayal of Michael Jackson is the most vocally and visually accurate tribute to the King of Pop to have toured UK theatres. Ben is joined on the stage by incredible Band and Dancers who perform all the hits. He’s got the look, the moonwalk and above all, the voice. Pure MJ!

YOUTH FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE

THU 29 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off C G TICKETS FROM £19.50 £22.40 online/phone Gary Mullen and the Works have performed all over the world to sell-out audiences. One Night of Queen is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time. This show will ROCK you!

SAT 7 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £8.50 £10.40 online/phone Raising money for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal, this year’s festival will remember and celebrate the end of WW2 through song, dance and military music from local youth organisations, cadet forces, schools, Military Wives Choir and the flying Blue Falcons Gymnastic Display Team. All ending in a short dedication service with a 2 minute silence and Poppy Drop.

PSYCHIC SALLY: ON THE ROAD

MILTON JONES & THE TEMPLE OF DAFT

FRI 30 OCT 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £25 £27.90 online/phone G

SUN 8 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £25 £27.90 online/phone

World-renowned psychic and star of TV’s Psychic Sally On the Road, Sally Morgan returns with her sensational live show. An ordinary woman with an extraordinary gift, she believes that she has been able to communicate with people beyond the grave. A fantastic and unique evening out - book now to see this phenomenal psychic in action!

Yes, him with the loud shirts and messed up hair from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and multiple series on Radio 4. An evening in the company of an idiot. Or is he? Yes he is. Only come if you like jokes though. If not you’ll be cross. ‘ABSURDIST ONE-LINE MASTERPIECES’ THE TIMES

*The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment

THE GLENN MILLER STORY

THINK FLOYD

SAT 31 OCT 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone CHILD 1/2 price ticket

FRI 13 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G TICKETS FROM £22.50 £25.40 online/phone

Miller’s true story from his early days with Ben Pollock, the discovery of his distinct sound while with Ray Noble and at least 20 of those No. 1 hits. Expect to hear Moonlight Serenade, American Patrol, Serenade In Blue, That’s Sabotage, Chattanooga Choo Choo and String Of Pearls.

Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Wish You Were Here, featuring a performance of the entire masterpiece, complete with an impressive laser light show, along with the whole range of classic Pink Floyd from Barrett to The Division Bell. A must-see for all Pink Floyd fans!

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CHAS & DAVE ON THE ROAD

WED 4 NOV 1.30pm THU 5 NOV 10.30am & 1.30pm TICKETS FROM £12 £13.90 online/phone

SAT 14 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off C TICKETS FROM £27.50 £30.40 online/phone

Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird, and a whole farmyard of fun! Join the woolly sheep, the hairy hog, the fat red hen and the dainty dog in this glittering stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks’ colourful farmyard adventure. With live music, puppetry, plenty of audience participation and lots of laughs!

The legendary duo are back On The Road. 2014 saw the release of their first original album in 27 years, featuring guest stars such as Jools Holland and Hugh Laurie. Experiencing Chas & Dave live is a must. Expect hits Rabbit, Ain’t No Pleasing You, Margate and London Girls.

COMEDY, DANCE, MUSIC AND THEATRE HALFWAY TO PARADISE THE BILLY FURY STORY MON 16 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off C G TICKETS FROM £21 £23.90 online/phone Marking what would have been Billy Fury’s 75th birthday & 32 years after his sad death, Billy’s own band, the original Fury’s Tornados, remember fondly their precious times with him, & re-play live his timeless hits Last Night Was Made For Love, I Will, Jealousy, Halfway To Paradise & many more. Billy comes alive on giant screen while his Fury’s Tornados play live below. ‘ROCK ‘N’ ROLL HEAVEN A GREAT 60’S NIGHT OUT!’ THE STAGE

TUE 24 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off (A & B) C G TICKETS FROM £14 £15.90 online/phone BALLET/DANCE SCHOOL GROUPS £10 ticket (C & D) Be swept away on a magical adventure in one of the most famous classical ballets of all time. Set to Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score, The Nutcracker tells the story of Clara and her enchanted nutcracker doll. Their adventures see them combat the Mouse King and journey through the glistening Land of Snow to the Sugar Plum Fairy’s Kingdom of Sweets. HHHH WHATS ON STAGE

BELLOWHEAD THE FAREWELL TOUR

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

After 12 amazing years, the UK’s most successful folk band are calling it a day. After 5 albums, sales of over 250,000, winning 8 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, this will be the last chance for people to see one of the most outstanding live bands ever. The band said ’It’s in keeping with all the musical and theatrical traditions that make Bellowhead what it is, that we will end at our peak and leave the audience wanting more. The shows always finish on a high, and so should we.’

Recognised internationally as the world’s leading Fleetwood Mac tribute show, and with the priceless golden seal of approval from founding member Mick Fleetwood, this stunning new show performs in meticulous note-for-note detail all the classic hits from one of the most outstanding and enduring catalogues in the history of rock music. Including Black Magic Woman, Albatross, Go Your Own Way, Dreams, Gypsy, Say You Love Me, Sara, Oh Diane, Little Lies, Everywhere and much more.

TUE 17 NOV 7pm (Doors) TICKETS FROM £20.75 £23.65 online/phone

STEVE HARLEY & COCKNEY REBEL

WED 25 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.75 £26.65 online/phone

BAY CITY ROLLERS STARRING LES McKEOWN

SAT 21 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £31 £33.90 online/phone

FRI 27 NOV 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off TICKETS FROM £18.50 £21.40 online/phone

Steve Harley, the original Cockney Rebel, returns with the Best Years Of Our Lives 40th Anniversary Tour, which reunites the surviving original band members from that seminal album. The show, comprising two sets, will be The Best Years Of Our Lives album in its entirety, for the first time ever, along with a set chosen by the fans.

The music of the Bay City Rollers became the soundtrack for a generation of teenagers growing up in the mid 70s. The face and voice of that soundtrack belonged to Les McKeown. With Les leading the way, massive hits such as Bye Bye Baby, Shang A Lang, Summer Love Sensation and Give A Little Love propelled the band to world-wide superstardom.

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GO WEST, NIK KERSHAW & T’PAU

SUN 22 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.50 £26.40 online/phone

SUN 29 NOV 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £28.50 £31.40 online/phone

The people’s favourite and one of Britain’s greatest ever comedians, Jim Davidson OBE takes to the road with his brand new show. Son of a Glaswegian father, born and bred in Charlton. From drummer to window cleaner via shelf stacker, to a theatre near you. Guaranteed to be an irreverent, outrageous and truthful night.

The 80s are back as three critically acclaimed legends of the era join forces. Celebrating their 30th anniversary, Go West together in concert with Nik Kershaw and very special guest Carol Decker from T’Pau are united for one night only! With millions of albums sales and iconic hits such as We Close Our Eyes, Call Me, King Of Wishful Thinking, Wouldn’t It Be Good, The Riddle, I Won’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me, Heart and Soul and the classic China in Your Hand, this authentic eighties triple header is not to be missed.

‘DAVIDSON WAS CHEERED TO THE RAFTERS’ THE TELEGRAPH

VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET THE NUTCRACKER

OPERA AND BALLET INTERNATIONAL PRESENT TWO ELLEN KENT PRODUCTIONS WITH INTERNATIONAL SOLOISTS, A HIGHLY PRAISED CHORUS AND FULL ORCHESTRA

COMEDY, DANCE, MUSIC AND THEATRE ‘IMPASSIONED AND SULTRY’

THE OBSERVER (ON CARMEN)

‘HOT-BLOODED, A JOY’ THE INDEPENDENT (ON CARMEN)

‘THE SOLOS ARE SIMPLY STUNNING’

EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS (ON TOSCA)

ROYAL MARINES CHARITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT TUE 1 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone C G Seafarers UK, Britain’s leading maritime charity, returns to Folkestone this year with the Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines Collingwood. The popularity and following of the Royal Marines Band is as strong as ever with music appealing to everyone. Ranging from the Corps of Drums to a patriotic finale, the evening’s entertainment includes popular tunes from shows and films played and sung by these talented musicians. There is also an added flavour of Christmas to tonight’s concert!

THE BIG CHRIS BARBER BAND SAT 5 DEC 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off (Band A) C G TICKETS FROM £20 £22.90 online/phone Over the years Chris Barber has influenced many of today’s leading jazz and blues musicians; from Mark Knopfler to Eric Clapton. On tour Chris Barber leads his 10-piece band, playing a wide selection of his favourite music and well known fan favourites. A night to remember! The 2014 Parliamentary Jazz Award Winner.

BIZET CARMEN SEVILLE COMES TO SUNDERLAND WITH THE HOTTEST TICKET IN TOWN! FEATURING CASPIAN - A MAJESTIC WHITE ANDALUCIAN STALLION

One of the most famous and seductive operas of all time, Bizet’s irresistibly emotional Carmen guarantees an evening of passion and romance. With an impressive horse-show, this dazzling production features Bizet’s unforgettable melodies including the best known baritone aria of all, The Toreador’s Song. The brand new set reflects the stunning architecture of Seville and its main square with Roman and Moorish influences. SUNG IN FRENCH WITH ENGLISH SURTITLES. HORSE SUPPLIED BY ABFILMS

PUCCINI TOSCA AN EXPLOSION OF LOVE AND TREACHERY

This traditional production is a heady mixture of true love, torture and treachery, with two of the best roles for tenor and soprano, plus a truly blood curdling villain. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Rome, with spectacular costumes, and featuring a boys choir with a choir boy solo, this most popular of operas is sure to delight with its tender, moving arias Vissi d’arte and E Lucevan le Stelle. SUNG IN ITALIAN WITH ENGLISH SURTITLES

*The winner will be announced in Dec 2015. Please send a copy of your tickets and contact details to: Opera & Ballet International, Broome Quarry House, Canterbury Road, Barham, Kent, CT4 6QU

WIN A FABULOUS HOLIDAY TO SEVILLE! ALL TICKET HOLDERS ENTERED INTO FREE PRIZE DRAW*

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GLITZ, BLITZ & 70s HITS

THU 10 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £27.50 £30.40 online/phone Sweet are a rock music phenomena, the quintessential glam rockers who have spent over three years in the UK charts, sold over 55 million records and have had 34 number 1 hits. Mud 2 combine their talents to keep the sound and hits so well nurtured and performed by Les Gray alive. In the 1970s their hit Tiger Feet became the biggest selling single of 1974. The Rubettes (featuring Alan Williams) are best known for their hit Sugar Baby Love which reached number 1.

BEYOND THE BARRICADE

FRI 11 DEC 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C E TICKETS FROM £20.50 £23.40 online/phone £10 off a pair of tickets (book and pay before 30 Sep) Don’t miss the return of ‘Beyond the Barricade’ to experience its nationwide reputation for quality and perfection in musical theatre. Featuring 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!

FOLKESTONE’S BIGGEST, FUNNIEST & MOST SPECTACULAR PANTOMIME!

COMEDY, DANCE, MUSIC AND THEATRE CHRISTMAS MEMORIES TUE 15 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £13 £14.90 online/phone C G From the producers of Remember When at Christmas comes a brand new Christmas nostalgia show. Neil Sands & his brilliant cast shine in this enchanting Christmas show that is a truly wonderful mixture of all of your favourite Christmas songs, carols, stunning costumes & lots of good old fashioned festive fun. Taking you back to a time when Christmas really was the most wonderful time of the year.

SO THIS IS CHRISTMAS

SAT 19 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £16 £18.90 online/phone F Performed by a talented cast and fully live band, So this is Christmas Features two hours of seasonal classics such as White Christmas, Let It Snow, Merry Christmas Everybody, All I Want for Christmas Is You and Fairytale of New York. Seasonal fun for all the family!

THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW

MON 1 FEB 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £23.50 £26.40 online/phone The Classic Rock Show will be back in 2016, bigger, fresher, and even better, to perform ‘Part 2’ of the greatest guitar riffs of all time! Often imitated but never equalled, The Classic Rock Show offers the rare opportunity to hear these timeless classics played to perfection and in all their glory! A virtuoso band of the finest musicians on the planet will take you on a two and a half hour foot-stomping ride featuring the music of The Who, Led Zeppelin, ELO, Bruce Springsteen, ZZ Top, Van Halen, AC/DC, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Eagles, Eric Clapton, Queen, & much more!

JOE BROWN IN CONCERT

TUE 16 FEB 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £26.25 £29.15 online/phone

Supported by

Premier rock ’n’ roll legend Joe Brown goes from strength to strength as his career achievements continue. His ‘Very Best Of’ album achieved a Gold Record for a massive 120,000 sales and was on the UK charts for eight weeks, staying four weeks in the Top 20. In the same year his 50th anniversary was celebrated with a wonderful sell-out show at the Royal Albert Hall. Packed with timeless classics, rockabilly, gospel, country, folk and rock ‘n’ roll, all interwoven with Joe’s effervescent delivery and humorous reminiscences, creates a truly must see show.

BOOKING INFORMATION

To book call 01303 228606 or email petercowan@theambassadors.com

To enquire or book call 01303 228600 or visit the venue box office

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AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) is the world’s number one live-theatre company with a total of 39 venues in Britain and on Broadway and an internationally recognised award-winning theatre producer. ATG is the market leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets, LOVETheatre and Group Line. ATG’s impressive portfolio of West End theatres includes Apollo Victoria, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Harold Pinter, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy and Trafalgar Studios 1 & 2. In New York, ATG owns The Lyric Theatre, the largest theatre on Broadway. ATG’s regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador Cinemas; Aylesbury Waterside Theatre; New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham; Theatre Royal Brighton; Bristol Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone; King’s Theatre and Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre and Convention Centre; Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and New Wimbledon Studio and Grand Opera House, York. Current and recent ATG co-productions include The Ruling Class, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, East is East, Richard III, Arcadia, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Jersey Boys, Rock of Ages, Macbeth, The Hothouse, The Pride, Passion Play, Posh, Jumpy and Constellations (Royal Court at the Duke of York’s), 9 To 5 The Musical, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Legally Blonde The Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, The Rocky Horror Show, Goodnight Mister Tom, The Mystery of Charles Dickens, South Pacific, All New People, Dandy Dick, Blue/Orange, Ghost The Musical, Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!, Exit the King, The Mountaintop, Being Shakespeare, The Misanthrope, West Side Story, Elling and Guys and Dolls.

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BY CAR The Leas Cliff Hall is situated along The Leas in Folkestone. There is an underground car park on Sandgate Road; at the rear of the car park a tunnel leads directly through to the Leas Cliff Hall’s entrance. Please note, this car park is managed by the council and as such hourly fees will apply. (Sat Nav users - CT20 2DZ)

BY BUS Folkestone’s bus station is located on Bouverie Square in the town centre, just a 10 minute walk from the theatre. For local bus services, please contact 0871 200 2233.

BY TRAIN The new high speed link means that we are less than one hour away from St Pancras International. Folkestone Central train station is a 15 min walk from the theatre and serves all main local towns. For more information, please contact 0845 748 4950.

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*ATG Theatre Card benefits are subject to availability, please check with the venue or call 0844 871 7633. Members can purchase up to 4 tickets at the Theatre Card price per performance and up to 4 drinks at UK venues in the Ambassador Theatre Group. Offers are subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or offers. Additional booking fees may apply on selected music, comedy and named act events and on tickets to events at non ATG and ATG international venues. ATG reserve the right to withdraw benefits or related offers and without notice. ATG Theatre Card price is valid until 30/09/2015. For full Terms and Conditions please visit atgtickets.com