Lyceum Spring 2012 Brochure

SPRING

2012

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Spring SAVERS BOOK TWO SHOWS AT THE SAME TIME AND SAVE £10!

If you book two of the four fantastic shows on offer at the Lyceum this Spring at the same time you can save £5 on each full price ticket giving you a whopping £10 off!

This offer is valid for any of the shows and any of the evening performances in any of the seats!

It couldn’t be simpler. You could even book ALL FOUR shows and save £20!

26 or under? Fancy going to live theatre more often?

Want to save money?

The Lyceum is offering tickets to any evening performance for £10* or £15* to anyone aged 26 or under. This offer is for the best seats available on the day so you could get a Stalls seat on a Saturday evening (normally £29) for only £15!

All you need to do is call the Box Office on 0131 248 4848 and quote SPRING OFFER or book online using the promo code SPRING12.

There are four fantastic plays in the Lyceum Spring Season from the intriguing Infamous Brothers Davenport to the delicious black comedy The Lieutenant of Inishmore.

For more information on the plays see pages 4-11 or visit www.lyceum.org.uk

This offer is only available on the day of the performance and can be booked from 10am.

Subject to availability, offer valid on full price tickets only, no refunds given on previously purchased tickets. This offer does not apply to any preview or matinee performances or for visiting companies.

Tickets can be booked in person at the Box Office or by phone on 0131 248 4848. Proof of age will be required at time of booking or on collection of tickets. Performance starts at 7.45pm.

TICKETS *£10 Tuesday – Friday / *£15 Saturday Box Office open 10am – 7.45pm

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Subject to availability, offer valid on full price tickets only, no refunds given on previously purchased tickets. This offer does not apply to any preview or matinee performances or for visiting companies and is not available online.

WELCOME to the LYCEUM

Spring 2012

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elcome to a new year at the Lyceum and what a line-up we have for this part of the Season.

In January we open our second première with a much-anticipated co-production with Glasgow’s exciting Vox Motus Theatre Company – the dark and sinister story of real-life Victorian illusionists, The Infamous Brothers Davenport.

Next we have John Steinbeck’s own stage version of one of the twentieth century’s greatest novels, Of Mice and Men. This builds on the Lyceum’s reputation for American plays and follows the outstanding series of John Dove productions of work by Arthur Miller.

Our third world première is a joyful and fun new adaptation of The Marriage of Figaro by one of the hottest young writers of the moment – DC Jackson. And finally, the Lyceum Spring Season ends with the striking black comedy, The Lieutenant of Inishmore by Martin McDonagh.

We are also out and about in Scotland with The Infamous Brothers Davenport and 27, our wonderful co-production with the National Theatre of Scotland, both touring!

As well as Lyceum productions we have a show by our acclaimed Lyceum Youth Theatre, Victim Sidekick Boyfriend Me – part of NT Connections 2012; it’s at the Traverse Theatre in March and at the Lyceum in June. We are also delighted to welcome Southern Light Opera, Edinburgh Grand Opera and, for the third year running, the fabulous Magic Festival Gala, to our stage.

Finally, don’t forget to look beyond the work we do on stage at our diverse and inspiring range of Creative Learning activities – with so much on offer, the Lyceum is truly a place where you can enrich your experience of theatre.

So take a look inside the brochure, book your tickets and let us entertain you!

World Première The Infamous Brothers Davenport

Story by Candice Edmunds, Jamie Harrison and Peter Arnott Script by Peter Arnott

19 January – 11 February 2012 (then touring) A co-production with Vox Motus

Of mice and Men

By John Steinbeck

17 February – 17 March 2012 By arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd

World Première The Marriage of FiGaro

By Beaumarchais, adapted by DC Jackson 23 March – 14 April 2012

The lieutenant of inishmore

By Martin McDonagh

20 April – 12 May 2012

Lyceum Youth Theatre Victim Sidekick Boyfriend Me

By Hilary Bell

Traverse Theatre Lyceum Theatre 15-17 March 2012 15 June 2012

Visiting companies Southern Light Opera

Curtains

Book by Rupert Holmes, music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb 15-19 May 2012 Edinburgh Grand Opera

Carmen

By Bizet

22 May – 26 May 2012

Edinburgh INternational Magic Festival Gala Friday 29 June 2012

Touring 27

By Abi Morgan

Mark Thomson Artistic Director and Chief Executive

FUNDERS

17-26 May 2012

A co-production with National Theatre of Scotland Citizens Theatre, Glasgow www.citz.co.uk CO-PRODUCERS FOR SEASON 2011/12

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Startling manifestations.

Amazing revelations.

Dark secrets.

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World Première

The

Infamous Brothers Davenport and their spectacular stage séance Story by Candice Edmunds, Jamie Harrison and Peter Arnott Script by Peter Arnott Featuring original composition by Phamie Gow Directed by Candice Edmunds and Jamie Harrison A co-production with Vox Motus

19 January – 11 February 2012

Preview Performances

It is 1862 and the gaslights are flickering. Welcome to an evening of magic and illusion with the infamous brothers, Willie and Ira Davenport. Inspired by their true story, this amazing play promises to be a true theatrical treat.

TICKET PRICES

Join us to witness the wonder and mystery of the Davenports’ dramatic demonstration. In their presence, furniture dances, bodies levitate and the voices of the dead resonate through the theatre.

Individual £14.50-£29 Spring Savers offers apply, see p2 Pricing information on p22

Discover the dark undercurrent to their Victorian world as the showmanship and drama of the brothers’ onstage presence contrasts with their cruel and curious childhood.

EVENTS Theatre Class

Cast: Ryan Fletcher, Scott Fletcher, Gavin Mitchell, Anita Vettesse, Kirsty Stuart.

Curtain Raiser

Vox Motus create highly original, vibrant and visual theatre.

This is their first collaboration with the Lyceum.

Post-show Discussion with members of the cast

Please note that this show is recommended for ages 14+ due to strong language and adult content.

PERFORMANCES Evenings

Tuesday – Saturday at 7.45pm

Matinees

25, 28 January and 1, 4, 11 February at 2.30pm Sponsored by The List Thursday 19 and Saturday 21 January at 7.45pm All tickets £5, unreserved seating

Wednesday 25 January at 10.30am Thursday 26 January at 6pm Tuesday 31 January, after performance

Matinee Discussion Group

Wednesday 1 February, after matinee Full information on events on p16-17

ACCESSIBILITY Touch Tours for the visually impaired Thursday 2 February at 6.15pm Saturday 4 February at 1pm

This production will tour to: Citizens Theatre Glasgow 14-18 February 2012

Audio-described Performances

OneTouch Theatre Eden Court Inverness 22-25 February 2012

BSL Interpreted Performance

www.voxmotus.co.uk

Thursday 2 February at 7.45pm Saturday 4 February at 2.30pm Wednesday 8 February at 7.45pm

Captioned Performance

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On the wrong side of the American Dream, friendship is all you have.

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Of Mice and Men

By John Steinbeck Directed by John Dove

By arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd

17 February – 17 March 2012 PERFORMANCES Evenings

Tuesday – Saturday at 7.45pm

Matinees

22, 25, 29 February and 3, 7, 10 March at 2.30pm

Preview Performance

Sponsored by The List Friday 17 February at 7.45pm All tickets £5, unreserved seating

TICKET PRICES Individual £14.50-£29 Spring Savers offers apply, see p2 Pricing information on p22

EVENTS Curtain Raiser

Tuesday 21 February at 6pm

Theatre Class

In Steinbeck’s gripping masterpiece, two migrant field workers travel through California in search of their very own piece of the American Dream.

Armed with nothing but hope, and the dream of one day living and working on their own land, George and his childishly innocent companion Lennie start work on a ranch.

New friendships are made and at first life looks good, until gentle Lennie, unaware of his own immense strength, unwittingly shatters their dreams in one disturbingly tragic act.

This is theatre at its most powerful.

Cast: William Ash, Liam Brennan, Garry Collins, Melody Grove, Steve Jackson, Peter Kelly, John Macaulay, Mark McDonnell, Greg Powrie.

Wednesday 22 February at 10.30am

Post-show Discussion with members of the cast Tuesday 28 February, after performance

Matinee Discussion Group

Wednesday 29 February, after matinee Full information on events on p16-17

ACCESSIBILITY Touch Tours for the visually impaired Thursday 1 March at 6.15pm Saturday 3 March at 1pm

Audio-described Performances

Thursday 1 March at 7.45pm Saturday 3 March at 2.30pm

BSL Interpreted Performance

Wednesday 7 March at 7.45pm

Captioned Performance

Saturday 10 March at 2.30pm

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From the boardroom to the bedroom.

It’s a ruthless journey.

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World Première

The Marriage of Figaro

By Beaumarchais, adapted by DC Jackson Directed by Mark Thomson

23 March – 14 April 2012 PERFORMANCES Evenings

Tuesday – Saturday at 7.45pm

Matinees

28, 31 March and 4, 7, 14 April at 2.30pm

Preview Performance

Sponsored by The List Friday 23 March at 7.45pm All tickets £5, unreserved seating On sale from 9 January 2012

Award-winning Scottish playwright DC Jackson re-locates Pierre Beaumarchais’ famous tale into the ruthless world of contemporary finance.

Here, the real deals are done in bars and sexual politics rule the boardroom.

TICKET PRICES

Set against a backdrop of expense scandals and big bonus payouts, Jackson brings his unique style of wit and humour to the touchy subject of big business.

Individual £14.50-£29 Spring Savers offers apply, see p2 Pricing information on p22

With previous work including My Romantic History, and the trilogy of The Wall, The Ducky and The Chooky Brae, this is Jackson’s first commission for the Lyceum.

EVENTS

Cast includes: Stuart Bowman, Molly Innes, Greg Powrie, Mark Prendergast, Jamie Quinn, Nicola Roy.

Curtain Raiser

Tuesday 27 March at 6pm

Theatre Class

Wednesday 28 March at 10.30am

Post-show Discussion with members of the cast Tuesday 3 April, after performance

Matinee Discussion Group

Wednesday 4 April, after matinee Full information on events on p16-17

ACCESSIBILITY Touch Tours for the visually impaired Thursday 5 April at 6.15pm Saturday 7 April at 1pm

Audio-described Performances

Thursday 5 April at 7.45pm Saturday 7 April at 2.30pm

BSL Interpreted Performance

Wednesday 11 April at 7.45pm

Captioned Performance

Saturday 14 April at 2.30pm

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Mad Padraic kills for a cause.

But his cat will be the death of him.

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The Lieutenantof Inishmore

By Martin McDonagh Directed by Mark Thomson

20 April – 12 May 2012 PERFORMANCES Evenings

Tuesday – Saturday at 7.45pm

Matinees

25, 28 April and 2, 5, 12 May at 2.30pm

Preview Performance

Sponsored by The List Friday 20 April at 7.45pm All tickets £5, unreserved seating On sale from 9 January 2012

TICKET PRICES Individual £14.50-£29 Spring Savers offers apply, see p2 Pricing information on p22

EVENTS

From Martin McDonagh, the creator of The Beauty Queen of Leenane and In Bruges comes this gruesomely absurd (and absurdly gruesome) comedy of Irish Republicanism, rural isolation and the love people have for their pets.

When Padriac, a notoriously unstable one-man terror group, hears that his beloved cat is ill, he heads straight back to the small island he calls home.

But things are about to get very complicated indeed for the self-styled Lieutenant of Inishmore...

Cast includes: Peter Campion, Christopher Fairbank.

Curtain Raiser

Tuesday 24 April at 6pm

Theatre Class

Wednesday 25 April at 10.30am

Post-show Discussion with members of the cast Tuesday 1 May, after performance

Matinee Discussion Group

Wednesday 2 May, after matinee Full information on events on p16-17

ACCESSIBILITY Touch Tours for the visually impaired Thursday 3 May at 6.15pm Saturday 5 May at 1pm

Audio-described Performances

Thursday 3 May at 7.45pm Saturday 5 May at 2.30pm

BSL Interpreted Performance

Wednesday 9 May at 7.45pm

Captioned Performance

Saturday 12 May at 2.30pm

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Scottish Première

Victim Sidekick Boyfriend Me

By Hilary Bell Directed by Christie O’Carroll

A Girl commits a crime without punishment or remorse. Her Sidekick is ordered to serve a prison sentence. The Victim’s Boyfriend offers unconditional forgiveness. However, nothing is simple in Hilary Bell’s play about guilt and retribution.

Escaping the court’s punishment, the Girl is welcomed into the home of her Victim’s friends and family. At first she takes this for granted, however as she’s affected by their kindness her conscience is aroused – to the point where she craves a chance to atone. But what are they really doing? If it’s not as simple as mercy, if they’re not using her to fill the victim’s place, then perhaps they’re exacting a punishment far more intimate.

Christie O’Carroll is the Lyceum Theatre’s Drama Artist, and has been with the company since 2010. In Spring 2010 she directed the highly acclaimed LYT production of Bassett by James Graham.

LYT return to the Traverse with a brand new play as part of NT Connections after 2011’s sold out run of Bassett.

“Lyceum Youth Theatre has a high reputation, it has rarely been so well deserved.”

The Scotsman on Bassett (2011) Supported by

PERFORMANCES Traverse Theatre Evenings 15-17 March 2012 at 7pm Matinee 17 March 2012 at 2.30pm TICKETS: Traverse Box Office Tel: 0131 228 1404 www.traverse.co.uk Lyceum Theatre 15 June 2012 at 7pm TICKETS: Lyceum Box Office Tel: 0131 248 4848 www.lyceum.org.uk/victim

National Theatre Connections National Theatre Connections is a nationwide celebration of new writing and young theatre talent. The Lyceum is one of 20 venues across the UK, from Bristol to Belfast, hosting a showcase festival of performances from their region as part of Connections.

Connections Festival dates 2012: Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh 12-15 June 2012 For further details contact: John Glancy LYT Producer Tel: 0131 248 4830 Email:jglancy@lyceum.org.uk www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/connections

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Scottish Première – Southern Light Opera Company presents

Curtains

Book by John Holmes Music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb Original book and concept by Peter Stone Additional lyrics by John Kander and Rupert Holmes

15 – 19 May 2012 PERFORMANCES Evenings Tuesday – Saturday at 7.30pm Matinee Saturday 19 May at 2.30pm TICKET PRICES Tuesday Eve & Saturday Mat: £17 / £14 Wednesday – Saturday Eve: £20 / £17

Southern Light Opera Company is delighted to be performing the Broadway musical, Curtains, by Kander & Ebb, the musical talent behind smash hits Cabaret and Chicago.

A comedy whodunit, this is a show about putting on a show – giving the audience a peek behind the curtains at the highs and lows of show business!

Touch Tour for the visually impaired

The murder of the supremely untalented star of Robbin’ Hood!, a police detective who cares as much about musical theatre as justice, a naive ingenue, a pair of married (and separated) songwriters, and a brassy Broadway producer provide endless opportunities for comedy.

Audio-described Performance

Will the detective solve the case? Save the show? Find true love before the curtain goes down?

BSL Interpreted Performance

Curtains will be presented through special arrangement with, and all authorised performance materials will be supplied by, Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW) 1359 Broadway, Suite 914, New York, NY. 10018. (866) 378-9758 www.theatricalrights.com

ACCESSIBILITY Saturday 19 May at 1pm

Saturday 19 May at 2.30pm Saturday 19 May at 2.30pm

Edinburgh Grand Opera presents

Carmen

By George Bizet

23 – 26 May 2012 PERFORMANCES Evenings

Wednesday – Saturday at 7.15pm

TICKET PRICES £10-£27 (concessions available Wednesday and Thursday evenings)

Things will be hotting up at the Lyceum in May, when Bizet’s Carmen transports us to Seville. This new production features an international cast of soloists from Russia, Brazil, the USA, Denmark, Sweden and the UK. Carmen’s story of passion and betrayal unfolds to Bizet’s vivid score, taking us from the glaring heat of the town square to the dark and dangerous mountains, and finally to the bullring where destiny and death await.

Introducing new dialogue and dance, Christina Dunwoodie makes her directorial debut for Edinburgh Grand Opera.

Renowned film and theatre designer Annette Gillies and lighting designer George Cort complete the creative team, with Neil Metcalfe conducting the orchestra.

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Magic and Variety Gala Show Friday 29 June 2012 Edinburgh International Magic Festival returns for its third year and starts with a spectacular Opening Night Gala at the Lyceum.

This show for the whole family features many of the stars of MagicFest 2012 as well as special guests, and showcases visually astounding and cutting-edge magic from around the world.

A fast, furious, funny and magical mix of illusion, sleight-of-hand and mind reading will leave you on the edge of your seat, wanting more! Come and see modern magicians and performers stretch your imagination, working at the extreme end of visual theatre to offer you a unique and spellbinding experience impossible to find at any other theatre in Scotland.

Lyceum Room HIRE Having a party? Need an inspirational setting for a meeting? The Lyceum is the perfect venue.

The Lyceum offers a suite of rooms with an elegant and theatrical setting, perfect for a reception, a party or for holding meetings. We can arrange catering and bar staff to suit your requirements.

For more information on room hire and catering contact Manuele Biondi, Bars and Events Manager, on 0131 248 4827 or email mbiondi@lyceum.org.uk

“ Extremely helpful … a great space … everything ran extremely smoothly.”

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Magic is at its best when seen live on stage with your own eyes. Only then can you let yourself slip into a magical world and experience wonder. So be amazed, see things differently and ‘unbelieve it’ at the Magic and Variety Gala Show.

More info at www.magicfest.co.uk Friday 29th June 2.30pm (Preview): All tickets £10 7pm: Tickets £20/16 adults, £16/12 concessions, £10 child Duration: 2hr 30mins with interval How to buy tickets Online: www.magicfest.co.uk Telephone: 0131 473 2000 In person: Hub Tickets (The Hub, Castlehill, EH1 2NE)

Inside the Lyceum About the Lyceum

The Royal Lyceum Theatre Company is one of Scotland’s leading producing theatre companies.

It has a reputation for excellence in its presentation of bold, eclectic programmes celebrating classical and contemporary work. The Lyceum’s commitment to developing new talent alongside its pursuit of the finest artists enables it to bring dynamic and high quality drama to the stage. The Lyceum enjoys creative partnerships led by passion for the work, as recently seen with the fine production of 27 with the National Theatre of Scotland, and has co-produced with many of the best theatre companies in the UK. The Lyceum engages with a wide audience and has one of the liveliest youth theatres in Scotland.

For more information please visit www.lyceum.org.uk or follow the Lyceum Theatre on Facebook and Twitter.

Foyer

In the foyer you will find the Box Office where you can buy or collect your tickets and programmes.

You’ll also find the Lyceum Shop where you can buy programmes, Lyceum merchandise, sweets and ice-creams. In the inner foyer there is a cloakroom just behind the Box Office.

Bars

Why not arrive early and enjoy a drink before the performance? The Howard Bar is accessed through the main foyer and is open from 6.30pm (1.30pm on matinee days). This is also the place to be after the shows when you might have the opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the cast and company.

There are also bars on the two upper levels of the theatre and these are open 30 minutes before the performance and at the interval.

Interval drinks can be ordered at any of our bars and we do advise that you take advantage of this service.

Drinks can be taken into the auditorium during the performance.

Virtual Tour

Want to have a look round the Lyceum building from the comfort of your desk? Try our 360 degree virtual tour at www.lyceum.org.uk/virtualtour

Exhibitions

The Howard Bar is available as an exhibition space for local artists. If you are interested in exhibiting at the Lyceum, please email exhibitions@lyceum.org.uk with images and contact details.

Accessibility

The Lyceum provides audio-described, British Sign Language interpreted and captioned performances as well as touch tours for the visually impaired. Dates for these performances can be found in the information about each play.

The theatre has street-level access and lifts to all levels from the foyer. In the auditorium there are wheelchair spaces in the Stalls Boxes and several seats with opening armrests if wheelchair users wish to transfer into seats. We also have a wheelchair and a selection of cushions available to all customers to help make your visit more comfortable.

If you require hearing enhancement, we have infra-red headsets which are available from the Lyceum shop in the foyer. We also welcome guide dogs and hearing dogs to the theatre and they can either be taken into the auditorium or our ushers are more than happy to entertain them while you enjoy the show.

Artlink

Artlink offers an escort service to help people with a disability to enjoy the arts. For more information, contact them directly at www.artlinkedinburgh.co.uk or 0131 229 3555.

Information on all productions and the theatre is available on tape, in large print and in Braille. Please contact Jacqui Nagib on 0131 248 4818 or jnagib@lyceum.org.uk or check out our website: www.lyceum.org.uk/access Our access brochure is available to download.

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Participation: EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS Curtain Raisers The Infamous Brothers Davenport Thursday 26 January 2012 Of Mice and Men Tuesday 21 February 2012 The Marriage of Figaro Tuesday 27 March 2012 The Lieutenant of Inishmore Tuesday 24 April 2012 Tickets: £5, Lyceum Subscribers £3, Under 18s free Where: Henry Irving room When: 6-7pm

Theatre Class with Owen Dudley Edwards The Infamous Brothers Davenport Wednesday 25 January 2012 Of Mice and Men Wednesday 22 February 2012 The Marriage of Figaro Wednesday 28 March 2012

Get more out of the Lyceum by coming to one of our events during the Season. These include theatre classes, discussions, workshops and tours. Open to all and something for everyone!

Curtain Raisers

The Curtain Raisers series is a diverse range of introductory events to enhance your enjoyment of our plays. They include talks, readings and Q&As with special guests.

The Infamous Brothers Davenport Before you delve into The Infamous Brothers Davenport get inside the heads of Vox Motus’s Artistic Directors, Jamie Harrison and Candice Edmunds. Discover where the company has been, where it’s going and what brought Vox Motus and the Lyceum together for this extraordinary production.

Of Mice and Men Dr Ken Millard, Edinburgh University, will talk about John Steinbeck and his place in American culture.

The Marriage of Figaro DC Jackson and Mark Thomson discuss the process of adapting a classic text for a contemporary audience.

The Lieutenant of Inishmore Talk by playwright Nicola McCartney on Martin McDonagh and contemporary Irish theatre.

Theatre Classes

Join renowned theatre expert and historian Owen Dudley Edwards for his friendly and fun series of theatre classes. Owen talks about the plays in our Season, their authors and the contexts in which they were created. The Howard Bar is open from 10am, so you can have a complimentary cup of tea or coffee either before or after the class.

The Lieutenant of Inishmore Wednesday 25 April 2012 Tickets: £6 per class Where: Auditorium When: 10.30am-12noon

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“Usual excellent standard.”

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Post-show Discussion The Infamous Brothers Davenport Tuesday 31 January 2012 Of Mice and Men Tuesday 28 February 2012 The Marriage of Figaro Tuesday 3 April 2012

Post-show Discussions

This is your chance to see the show and then hear directly from the people who put it together. Cast members and the show’s director (plus the odd special guest) lead a discussion and answer questions you might have. These discussions are free and unticketed so all you need to do is join us in the Stalls after the show.

The Lieutenant of Inishmore Tuesday 1 May 2012 Tickets: FREE, no ticket needed Where: Auditorium When: Following evening performance.

Start times vary, please check with the Box Office.

Matinee Discussion Group with Rod McAra The Infamous Brothers Davenport Wednesday 1 February 2012 Of Mice and Men Wednesday 29 February 2012 The Marriage of Figaro Wednesday 4 April 2012

“ More depth about the production enhanced my enjoyment – I learnt a lot.”

Matinee Discussion Group

Join fellow theatregoers after the show for an informal discussion on the play you’ve just seen. The discussion takes place in the Wyndham Bar with discussion facilitator Rod McAra there to get things started.

Feel free to grab a coffee or drink from the Howard Bar first and bring it up with you.

The Lieutenant of Inishmore Wednesday 2 May 2012 Tickets: FREE, but ticketed Where: Wyndham Bar When: Following matinee performance.

Start times vary, please check with the Box Office.

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Talent Development: Children and Young People The Lyceum runs a number of different strands of Youth Theatre projects, including: Lyceum Youth Theatre (ages 5-18) Weekly classes, three terms per year, each term lasting approximately 10 weeks. LYT also creates and performs work for public audiences at a variety of venues. pen Access Courses O No membership needed, course blocks take place in Autumn and Spring.

Early Years – Play Time (ages 2-4) No membership needed, course blocks take place in Autumn and Spring.

LYT Outreach Taking the work of LYT into communities.

For more information about any of these programmes, please contact John Glancy, LYT Producer on 0131 248 4830 or email jglancy@lyceum.org.uk

Lyceum Youth Theatre

Open Access Courses

Lyceum Youth Theatre is one of Scotland’s biggest youth theatre companies and has established a name for itself as a producer of high quality contemporary theatre, by young people.

The ethos of LYT is that of a professional theatre company; young people are given the opportunity to develop skills and learn from experienced theatre practitioners, working in a professional manner as young actors and theatre makers.

LYT aims to give the broadest range of high quality theatre experiences in a positive and supportive environment so that young people can develop their skills, not only in theatre and performance but also in terms of communication, confidence and creativity.

“ The Lyceum Youth Theatre has a high reputation, and it has rarely been so well deserved as in this unforgettable and disturbing new show.”

TBassett he Scotsman on LYT’s production of

by James Graham

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Holiday Courses No membership needed, course blocks take place during school holidays in October, at Easter and in Summer.

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LYT Play (ages 5-7) LYT Play combines games and lively activities, exploring drama through play. Sessions are open to all, on a first come, first served basis and run by drama tutors with specific, professional experience working with this age range.

When: Fridays 2-3.30pm Box Office: 0131 248 4848 How much: £25 per block Block 1: 20, 27 January, 3, 10 February Block 2: 24 February, 2, 9, 16 March Block 3: 27 April, 4, 11, 18 May Block 4: 25 May, 1, 8, 15 June

LYT Outreach

LYT Discover Since April 2011 LYT has been working in partnership with three community arts centres across Edinburgh with the generous support of Provident Financial. LYT Discover is an opportunity for young people aged 9-12 to access a quality youth theatre experience in their own communities.

LYT Midlothian LYT are working in partnership with Midlothian Council to set up a Youth Theatre in Midlothian. If you would like further information on LYT Outreach please contact John Glancy (see above).

Holiday Courses

Early Years – Play Time (2-4yrs)

LYT Musical Mayhem (12-18yrs) Warm up your voice and get your dancing shoes on.

After the roaring success of our LYT Glee workshops in 2011, LYT invites you to Musical Mayhem, three days of acting, singing and dancing. No experience necessary you just need enthusiasm and loads of energy.

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When: 3-5 April 2012 (10am-4pm) How much: £100 (£50 concessions)

Block 4 (7 week block) When: Wednesdays 22, 29 February, 7, 14, 21, 28 March, 4 April How much: £6 (1 adult and 1 child per session) Book 7 sessions for £35

Our renowned Youth Theatre holiday courses are a chance for young people who love acting, technical theatre or costume to experience life in a professional theatre.

Easter holiday courses with LYT LYT’s acclaimed Easter holiday programme returns with two more exciting courses for 2012.

LYT Theatre Makers: Lucky Dip! (8-11yrs) Create a play out of chance! LYT Theatre Makers ask you to bring an object, story or picture that inspires you to help create a piece of theatre that is totally original!

When: 10-13 April 2012 (10am-5pm) How much: £120 (£60 concessions)

Summer on Stage Courses and Dates Make a Scene – 4 day performance course (7-10 years) Tuesday 3 - Friday 6 July Working from a script (11-13 years) Monday 9 - Saturday 21 July Working from a script (14-18 years) Tuesday 3 – Saturday 21 July Make it Happen – Technical Theatre course (14-18 years) Monday 9 July – Saturday 21 July Make a Look – Costume and Make-up course (14-18 years) Monday 9 – Friday 13 July

Our fun drama sessions for 2-4 year olds involve children and their parents/carers in imaginative and expressive play together. Sessions use simple drama techniques to stimulate children’s creativity and to develop communication and language skills, as well as confidence and social skills.

Block 3 (4 week block) When: Wednesdays 18, 25 January, 1, 8 February How much: £6 (1 adult and 1 child per session) Book 4 sessions for £20

Block 5 (4 week block) When: Wednesdays 18, 25 April, 2, 9 May How much: £6 (1 adult and 1 child per session) Book 4 sessions for £20 Block 6 (4 week block) When: Wednesdays 16, 23, 30 May, 6 June How much: £6 (1 adult and 1 child per session) Book 4 sessions for £20 Additional children may be added for £3 per session Booking: 0131 248 4848

Further details coming soon. If you require any further information please contact John Glancy LYT Producer on 0131 248 4830 or email jglancy@lyceum.org.uk

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Step Behind the Curtain…

Become a Supporter and play your part in our future.

Step Behind the Curtain gives theatre-lovers and supporters of the Lyceum the chance to have exclusive behind-the-scenes access. Off stage are a talented team of technicians, carpenters, seamstresses, scenic artists, stage management and directors who all contribute to ensure that the Lyceum remains the main producer of world-class, innovative theatre for Edinburgh and for Scotland.

Step Behind the Curtain offers a programme of exclusive events that will allow you to learn more about the Lyceum, the people and the shows, as well as some backstage secrets.

• Listen as directors talk in detail about the vision behind the latest show • Take part in an exclusive tour of the Roseburn workshops where the costumes and sets are created • Watch a dress rehearsal in the auditorium • Have the chance to talk to the actors after a show about their experiences of treading the boards at the Lyceum • Pose questions you have always wanted to ask to the Creative team...

All these opportunities and more become possible with Step Behind the Curtain.

Membership starts from as little as £5.00 a month and a range of options are available.

For more details pick up a leaflet in our foyer, email development@lyceum.org.uk or call 0131 248 4800 and ask for the Development Team.

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Lyceum SUPPORTERS SPONSORS

CORPORATE MEMBERS Benefactors:

CORPORATE STANDBY MEMBERS

SUPPORTERS

MEDIA PRODUCTION PARTNER

DESIGN PARTNER

FUNDERS

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT IN KIND:

DONORS The Binks Trust T he RS Macdonald Charitable Trust The Robertson Trust The Tay Charitable Trust SUPPORTERS Gold Mr Kevin Brown Mrs K Cameron Ms Marnie Craigie Mrs Eileen Henry Drs Alan Jacques & Kenneth Slatford Mr Pete Martin Silver Mr Colin Baker Ms Elizabeth Barclay Dr John Bradshaw Mr Douglas Currie Miss Elaine Dick Mrs Liz Drummond Mr Charles Dundas Mr Kenneth Fallas

Mr & Mrs G M Murray Mrs Helen Pitkethly Mr David Rodgers Ms Sue Salmon Ms Mary Scott Macfarlane Ms Jenny Stewart

Mrs Jane Griffiths Miss Margaret Lobban Mrs Catherine Moore Mr David Reid Mrs Margaret Salmond Miss Johanna Stewart Ms Anne Louise Townsend

Supporting the Lyceum There are many ways to support Scotland’s most popular producing theatre company. Options for individual support include support for productions or through the Priority Schools Programme, Name a Seat, Donations, Legacies and Gift Aid. We are also delighted to discuss corporate sponsorship and how we can work together to create a mutually rewarding partnership. To find out more please contact us on 0131 248 4800 or email development@lyceum.org.uk

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Booking

Ticket Prices for Lyceum productions Front Stalls & Grand Circle

Rear Stalls & Stalls Boxes

Front Upper Circle

Rear Upper Circle

Grand Circle Boxes

Sat evenings

£29

£26

£19

£15

£14.50

Tue-Fri evenings

£24

£21

£16.50

£14.50

£13.50

Wed/Sat matinees

£16

£16

£16

£16

£13

Performance

Side-view seats: are also available: £10-£15 Preview performances: all seats £5, unreserved seating (no concessions)

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HOW to BOOK ONLINE

BY PHONE

IN PERSON

www.lyceum.org.uk Book for all Lyceum productions and most talks or events, seven days a week.

0131 248 4848 Mon: 10am-6pm Tue-Sat: 10am-7pm (10am-6pm on nonperformance days) Sun: Answering service only

Box Office Lyceum Theatre Grindlay Street, EH3 9AX

Groups 8+ 0131 248 4949 Mon-Fri: 10am-4pm

Mon: 10am-6pm Tue-Sat: 10am-7.45pm (10am-6pm on nonperformance days) Sun: Closed

See inside front cover for details of our Spring Savers offers and save on full price tickets!

Discounts

OVER 60s/CONCESSIONS Tue-Fri: £2 off full price tickets.

STUDENTS/PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES/ UNDER 18s Sat evenings: all seats £15 Tue-Fri evenings: all seats £10 Sat matinees: all seats £10 Wed matinees: all seats £5 Wheelchair spaces available in Stalls Boxes.

Students, ID required.

REGISTERED UNEMPLOYED Tue-Fri evenings: all seats £10 Wed matinees: all seats £5 Tue-Thu: £1 Stalls tickets on the day (max 20 per show). ID required.

Reservations

Unpaid reservations can be held for up to five days or until 24 hours prior to performance time (whichever is the shorter). Group reservations can be held without payment until two weeks prior to performance.

Reservations not paid within the above times may be cancelled.

Latecomers

Please allow sufficient time to arrive at the theatre.

Latecomers may not be allowed entrance until a suitable break in the performance, which may be the show interval. This is entirely at the discretion of the Duty Manager and the performing company. Please note that when allowed to enter, latecomers may not be able to reach their allocated seat until the interval.

Groups and Schools – CALL 0131 248 4949

SCHOOL DISCOUNTS Wed matinees: all seats £7 Tue-Thu evenings: £8.50 (Stalls), £7.50 (Upper Circle) Fri/Sat evenings and Sat matinees: same as Under 18s prices.

One teacher FREE with every ten pupils.

GROUP DISCOUNTS for 8 or more people Evenings: Stalls/Grand Circle £5 off and Upper Circle £3 off full price tickets plus one FREE ticket for every 20 paid for.

Matinees: £3 off full price tickets plus one FREE ticket for every 20 paid for.

Accessible Facilities

The Lyceum has a wide range of accessible facilities including: • Audio-described Performances • Touch Tours for the visually impaired • BSL Interpreted Performances • Captioned Performances • Audio Enhancement Headsets For full details, please see p15.

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Performance Diary

The Infamous Brothers Davenport

Of Mice and Men

The The Marriage Lieutenant of of Figaro Inishmore

DAY

TIME

Thursday Friday Saturday

7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm

21 Jan

17 Feb 18 Feb

23 Mar 24 Mar

20 Apr 21 Apr

Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday

7.45pm 2.30pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm 7.45pm

24 Jan 25 Jan 25 Jan 26 Jan 27 Jan 28 Jan 28 Jan

21 Feb 22 Feb 22 Feb 23 Feb 24 Feb 25 Feb 25 Feb

27 Mar 28 Mar 28 Mar 29 Mar 30 Mar 31 Mar 31 Mar

24 Apr 25 Apr 25 Apr 26 Apr 27 Apr 28 Apr 28 Apr

Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday

7.45pm 2.30pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm 7.45pm

31 Jan 01 Feb 01 Feb 02 Feb 03 Feb 04 Feb 04 Feb

28 Feb 29 Feb 29 Feb 01 Mar 02 Mar 03 Mar 03 Mar

03 Apr 04 Apr 04 Apr 05 Apr 06 Apr 07 Apr 07 Apr

01 May 02 May 02 May 03 May 04 May 05 May 05 May

Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday

7.45pm 2.30pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm 7.45pm

07 Feb

06 Mar 07 Mar 07 Mar 08 Mar 09 Mar 10 Mar 10 Mar

10 Apr

08 May

11 Apr 12 Mar 13 Apr 14 Apr 14 Apr

9 May 10 May 11 May 12 May 12 May

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm

Preview Performance Preview the show for just £5. Maximum 4 tickets per person. Sponsored

by The List.

Curtain Raisers Include talks, readings and Q&A with special guests.

Theatre Class With theatre expert Owen Dudley Edwards.

19 Jan

08 Feb 09 Feb 10 Feb 11 Feb 11 Feb

Post-show Discussions Meet the cast and director and find out more about the production at this free event.

Matinee Discussion Group Rod McAra leads a friendly, informed discussion of the play.

13 Mar 14 Mar 15 Mar 16 Mar 17 Mar udio-described A Performances Our professional team describes the action on stage via wireless headsets.

Touch Tours One of our audio-describers will take you on a tour of the set. Trained staff are available to assist.

BSL Interpreted Performances Available for every show.

When booking we will find the best available seats for you to see the professional interpreter.

Captioned Performances We have caption units in Grand Circle boxes A and D and the best view of them is from the Grand Circle.

Photo credits: Camilla Adams, Ian Jacobs, Alan McCredie, Manuel Harlan, Simon Annand, Michael Thomas, Eamonn McGoldrick

The Royal Lyceum is Scotland’s premier producing theatre, bringing world-class theatre to Edinburgh’s citizens and visitors.

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