April to july 2018 brochure by Mansfield Palace Theatre & Mansfield Museum

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Welcome

If it’s a bumper package of great entertainment you are looking for, you’ve found it! This really is an exciting season with music, comedy, ballet, drama, family and adult shows all lined up to suit your personal taste.

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For example, do you enjoy folk music? We are delighted to continue our folk music concerts in our Studio Theatre with Martin Simpson on 20 April and John Kirkpatrick on 25 May.

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If it’s a good comedy you’re after, then we have Seriously Dead, Menopause the Musical, Grumpy Old Women and Lee Nelson lined up!

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‘Strictly’ viewers will be delighted to know that Ian and Oti will be swirling across the stage and ballet fans of all ages are catered for with The Little Mermaid and Ugly Duckling. If you are looking for an Easter panto treat, we are thrilled to be welcoming back Dave Benson-Phillips in this year’s Alice in Wonderland. Mansfield Palace Theatre

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G-A LONCING A N GSIN TY DA 18 R e I D Pag There is an incredibly broad range of music on offer, from the original Searchers to various outstanding tribute acts.

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I hope you enjoy browsing through the programme and find loads to entertain and amuse you in the lead up to summer. Finally, I would like to draw your attention to the top of the following pages where you will find sponsors’ ads. Our sincere thanks go to these local businesses which are supporting the Palace financially.

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Love this place. It’s managing to stay traditional while moving with the times. The variety of acts you put on will suit all ages and encourage the local community to keep coming. Really good value for money - Jennifer Martin

Sunday 8 April The Searchers’ remarkable career continues. With such classic hits as, Sweets for my Sweet, Needles and Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away, Sugar and Spice and When You Walk in the Room, they have contributed enormously in establishing the UK as the world’s leading nation in the music industry. Combined with anecdotes and reminiscences, this fully self-contained concert includes all their famous hits, plus many album recordings, B-sides and a selection of other collector and well known favourites. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £21.50 Full / £20.50 Concs Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

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Tuesday 10 April Alice is enjoying her picnic when she sees the most curious of sights: a white rabbit talking to himself. Following the rabbit down a rabbit hole, Alice finds herself in the fantastical Wonderland, inhabited by the bonkers Mad Hatter, the Duchess Dame Dolly, the evil The Queen of Hearts and her henchmen Tweedle-Dum and Tweedle-Dee. Will Alice find her way back? Or will she find true love in Wonderland? All will be revealed Easter 2018…

Time: 3.00pm & 7.00pm Tickets: £18.00 Full / £16.00 Concs. Family of Four: £60.00 Pay Now Save Now: Save £2.00 per ticket if booked and paid for 17.03.18 Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins BFI

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Wednesday 11 April Ian and Oti will deliver a night of Latin and Ballroom numbers with high intensity… The Strictly Come Dancing professionals will perform a dance showcase spectacular designed to dazzle and wow you. Oti is fondly remembered for her celebrity pairing with Danny Mac, where they received a perfect score of 40 in the Samba. Ian is a regular on our screens with the spin off programme It Takes Two on BBC 2. On the night, the duo will dance a mix of traditional and contemporary numbers, transporting you to a place of wonderful moments and fun-filled entertainment.

This is your opportunity to meet the stars of hit BBC TV show, Strictly Come Dancing, before they take to the stage in the main show. Price includes complimentary event programme and must be purchased in conjunction with a show ticket.

THE ROY ORBISON STORY Thursday 12 April Barry Steele and Friends take audiences on a musical journey from the early Sun years right through to the late 1980s, when Orbison was experiencing a huge resurgence in popularity and worked with Bono, Bruce Springsteen and others including super group the Traveling Wilburys alongside former Beatle George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty and Jeff Lynne. Get ready for a night of solid gold 60s hits and 80s contemporary genius as the Roy Orbison Story celebrates the musical legacy of The Big O. The production also features original material written by but never sung by Roy Orbison, plus showcases chart busting hits originally made famous by Jerry Lee Lewis, Del Shannon, Chris Isaak and The Spencer Davis Group. Time: 7.30pm

Tickets: £28.00 Full / £26.50 Concs.

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Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 40mins

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Time: 7.30pm

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Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show steams into town! Prepare yourself for 40 backto-back classic Motown hits, glittering costume changes, dazzling dance moves and outstanding musicianship in this explosive concert experience.

Mark Daniels as Ultimate Bublé performs the biggest hits of Michael Bublé in this stunning live tribute show featuring an incredible live band.

Founded in 1937 by a group of employees at the Fairey Aviation Works in Stockport, the Fairey Band achieved many musical successes under the brilliant direction of Harry Mortimer, their Musical Director for over thirty years.

This breath-taking concert spectacular takes you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Ain’t No Mountain, Signed Sealed Delivered, Grapevine, Get Ready, Dancing in the Streets, My Girl, Blame it on the Boogie, Uptight, Endless Love, My Cherie Amor, All Night Long, Heatwave, I’m Coming Out, Loco In Acapulco plus many more.

We have always really enjoyed our visits to your theatre, we love the size and ambience of the building. The productions are always first class and equal to any bigger towns - Mrs Corbett

The show’s big band sound, along with Mark’s mesmerising likeness to the modern day Canadian crooner, will appeal to fans of traditional big band music and Michael Bublé alike. Mark’s charismatic nature, powerful vocals and boyish charm, are all perfectly packaged in true tuxedo style. A sleek, polished performance with a top coat of class and sophistication.

Since those early days, the band has been 16 times British Open Champions and National Champions of Great Britain on nine occasions. Winners of the BBC Best of Brass and Granada Band of the Year titles add further touches of distinction to this famous band.

Time: 7.30pm

Tickets: £24.00 Full / £23.00 Concs.

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Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

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Friday 20 April

Thursday 19 – Saturday 21 April It’s the night that the King, Elvis Presley, died and Roddy O’Neill is busy dreaming of life as a rock star! His girlfriend Debs has her own thoughts… basically that Roddy is a selfish, arrogant, horrible, unfeeling, rude, heartless pig! But the truth is that Roddy is in love with Debs, and Debs is in love with Roddy. However, Debs knows that her Roddy has more than a roving eye! Through all their tears and laughter – can they both find what they are truly searching for?

Packed with all the greatest Disco classics, Boogie Nights – The Musical will have the audience up on its feet doing The Bump and The Hustle, and funking along to the grooviest chart topping hits like You Sexy Thing, YMCA, I Will Survive, In the Navy, Can you Feel the Force, I Love to Love, Boogie Wonderland and many more!

Time: 7.30pm

The remarkable intimate solo performances Martin gives go from strength to strength every gig is a masterclass. He travels the length and breadth of the UK and beyond, giving rapt audiences passion, sorrow, love, beauty, tragedy and majesty through his playing. A virtuoso player without question, but above all Martin Simpson conveys his diverse treasure trove of material from the heart, performing with rare subtlety, intensity and honesty. A true master of his art.

Tickets: £12.50 Full / £11.00 Concs. Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free

Time: 7.45pm

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 40mins

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Keep up the good work of booking good entertainment because this lifts people’s spirits and everyone leaves feeling happier and with a smile on their face - Karen Maddrell

LES MCKEOWN’S BAY CITY ROLLERS Wednesday 25 April Join Les on a nostalgic ride back to when the world turned tartan in the mid 70s and re-live those teenage wonder years as he recounts the stories behind the Rollers’ dramatic rise to fame and fortune. Les and his fantastic four piece band - the legendary Bay City Rollers - perform songs that influenced the original group as they were forging their way in the music business, as well as all the Roller hits including Bye Bye Baby, Summer Love Sensation, I Only Want to be With You and Shang a Lang to name just a few! Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £23.50 All Seats Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 5mins

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Sunday 29 April Seriously Dead is an uplifting tale guaranteed to make you feel there is nothing serious about being dead at all, because life’s party never ends: it simply moves to another location.

a rather reluctant Guardian Angel watching over her school friend and the one true love of her life, Billy Blenkinsopp.

The play tells the hilarious tale of Thelma Henderson deceased, who cannot gain entry through The Pearly Gates because the system has become digitalised and she has the incorrect paperwork!

Time: 7.30pm

Thelma is told to wait by the scrapyard gates until the issue can be resolved, but she finds herself

Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 14yrs+ due to language

Tickets: £21.00 All Seats Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

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Wednesday 2 May

Monday 30 April - Tuesday 1 May The Dreamboys are the UK’s most famous and successful show of its kind in history. They have made special guest appearances on some of the UK’s biggest TV shows including The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother, Loose Women, This Morning, Geordie Shore and The Only Way Is Essex. This action packed show will have you begging for more.

This stunning and elegant review of the life of Cilla Black soars its way through the 60s, including songs such as You’re my World and Anyone who had a Heart. The Shades trio swing through a decade of hits by Cilla’s friends and co-stars such as I Only Want to be With You and River Deep Mountain High.

Featuring brand new arrangements of music from artists including the Beatles and Dusty Springfield, this is an unforgettable show that journeys its way through Cilla’s life and brings audiences to their feet in celebration. Relive the 60s in style and come to see the girl power show that is delighting audiences all over the UK.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: First Four Rows: £28.50 All other seats: £23.50

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Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

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Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 18yrs+ due to nudity

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I had never visited the theatre before and was very impressed with the whole experience. I thought the theatre was impressive, very clean and warm, there was plenty of leg room in the seating area. I like the idea of being able to pre-order drinks for the interval. Shall certainly be coming again and have no hesitation in recommending it to my friends - Linda Durr

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS Thursday 10 May Wednesday 9 May The enchanting world of Sarah and Duck is brought to life in a brand-new stage show, featuring the wonderful characters from the BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show.

in their garden. Told through a fantastic blend of puppetry, storytelling and music, Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday will take you and your children on a magical adventure.

Join Sarah and Duck and a host of your favourite friends including The Ribbon Sisters, The Shallots, Flamingo and John and Umbrella, as they plan a birthday party for Scarf Lady

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“No one would have believed in the last years of the nineteenth century that this world was being watched keenly and closely by intelligences greater than man’s…” And fewer would have believed in the first years of the twenty-first century that H. G. Wells’ science fiction classic would be performed live by just four actors with intelligences lesser than average! The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons invade the stage in this funny yet faithful new adaptation as they use musical instruments, puppetry and, um, enthusiasm to recreate deadly heat-rays, giant fighting-machines, squidgy tentacled Martians and interplanetary warfare on an epic scale. The chances of success? A million to one… ‘Part alternative rock band, part thespian… wholly charming.’ - The Times

Time: 1.30pm & 4.30pm

Time: 7.30pm

Tickets: £13.00 Full / £11.00 Child Family of Four: £44.00

Tickets: £17.00 Full / £16.00 Concs. £13.00 Schools / £14.00 Child

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 1hr (no interval)

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FAITH – THE GEORGE MICHAEL LEGACY

ON TOUR WITH ELVIS

Friday 11 May

Saturday 12 May

A stunning celebration of one the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, featuring international George Michael tribute Wayne Dilks and his eight piece band.

Michael King’s On Tour With Elvis is without doubt the UK’s authoritative touring Elvis show.

A musical journey of 35 years of hit records from Wham to his solo career - the show uses actual video footage from the George Michael 25 Tour and is a spellbinding spectacle of songs such as Club Tropicana, I’m Your Man, Faith, FastLove, Outside, Freedom, A Different Corner, Father Figure, Careless Whisper and many more. Join us on a journey and celebrate the incredible legacy that George left us. Time: 7.30pm

Groundbreaking rock ‘n’ roll hits, movie songs, million selling number one’s, the 1968 Comeback Special including the famous black leather sit-down section, and of course the very best performances from Elvis’ Las Vegas and touring years. An exciting show filled with Elvis’ greatest hits and more, delivered live in true Elvis style. This is a night of pure breathtaking Elvis entertainment plus the best Elvis sound you will ever hear!

MANSFIELD MUSIC AND DRAMA FESTIVAL WINNERS’ CONCERT Sunday 13 May The Mansfield Music and Drama Festival continues to attract some of the best local talent of all ages in the fields of music, singing, speech and drama from Mansfield and the surrounding areas. This Winners’ Concert brings together the best of the performers from the Festival as well as the winners of the John Ogdon Scholarship, which runs alongside the Music Festival. Prizes, trophies and bursaries will be awarded at the end of the concert. Tickets on sale from Tuesday 8 May. Time: 3.00pm

Tickets: £24.50 All Seats Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £23.00 Full / £22.00 Concs.

Tickets: £5.00 Full / £3.00 Child under 12 Family of Four: £12.00

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Duration: Approx 2hrs 30mins

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Wednesday 16 May This hysterical show packed full of one-liners about night sweats, hot flushes and memory loss is backed by an instantly recognisable soundtrack of innuendo-laden versions of 60s, 70s and 80s pop classics. An all-singing, all-dancing comedy set in a department store, where four

women with seemingly nothing in common, meet by chance and make fun of their woeful lives experiencing The Change. They soon bond as they realise that the menopause is no longer The Silent Passage, but an unavoidable stage in every woman’s life.

Time: 4.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £28.50 All Seats Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 16yrs+ due to nature of content

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Join Ballet Theatre UK on this dramatic re-telling of Hans Christian Andersen’s all-time favourite story of The Little Mermaid, who falls in love with a human prince and gives up everything to win his love. The kind-hearted Little Mermaid rescues the prince during a storm at sea, and begins a journey that takes her far from her home beneath the waves. Determined to pursue her love on to the shore she makes a bargain with an evil Sea Witch, but it comes at a heavy price. Ballet Theatre UK’s charming and poignant ballet explores the nature of longing, how making choices have lasting consequences and how goodness can be rewarded in unexpected ways.

Time: 3.00pm Tickets: £19.00 Full / £18.00 Concs. £13.00 Child / Family of Four: £56.00 Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs BFI

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Tuesday 22 May From the producers of That’ll be the Day comes a brand new production telling the story of The Everly Brothers. Featuring hits such as Bye Bye Love, All I have to do is Dream and Cathy’s Clown, this unique concert-based musical entwines the wonderful, sad yet glorious story of The Everly Brothers around those trademark ‘harmonies from heaven’.

Wednesday 23 May

Friday 25 May

Neil Sands and his wonderful West End cast are back with their new production for 2018, celebrating the best of British entertainment and produced to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the end of The First World War.

Material Girl celebrates the greatest songs from the queen of pop, Madonna. With incredible vocals, amazing dancers, video footage and narration, audiences are taken on a journey through the scandals, the controversy and the music of one of the world’s most iconic figures.

This patriotic and nostalgic afternoon is filled with marvellous and memorable songs, including a rousing selection from Last Night of The Proms, old time singalongs, Great British show tunes plus ever popular favourites from the 40s 50s & 60s.

Told through the eyes of our leading lady, Jodie Jackson, audiences will hear stories and little known facts about Madonna as the show follows her career and music through her 35 years at the top.

Follow the brothers’ rise from humble country beginnings to the biggest act the world had ever seen, then their inevitable split and decade-long feud, to the magnificent reunion that gave them back to the world.

Over two hours of timeless nostalgia, with sensational voices, more than 50 stunning costume changes and a spectacular flag waving finale.

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Includes Like A Virgin, Papa Don’t Preach, Vogue, Crazy for You, Into The Groove, Like A Prayer, and many more.

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Love this theatre. It’s so well looked after and you can see how much effort you all put in to keeping it looking so great - Carol Russell

Wednesday 30 May Set sail on a wonderful adventure in this magical, musical show.

JOHN KIRKPATRICK Friday 25 May

John is one of the most prolific figures on the English folk scene, performing solo, in duos, acoustic groups and electric bands, and has established an enviable reputation as an instrumental virtuoso (melodeon, Anglo concertina and button accordion), as well as a leading interpreter of English folk music. John has been a member of the Albion Country Band, Magic Lantern, The Richard Thompson Band, Umps and Dumps, Steeleye Span, Brass Monkey, Trans-Europe Diatonique, and Band of Hope, as well as numerous ceilidh bands.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £14.00 All Seats Venue: Palace Theatre, Studio Duration: Approx 1hr 45mins

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Once there was a boy and one day he found a penguin at his door. He didn’t know where it had come from or who it belonged to. The penguin looked sad and the boy thought it must be lost. So he decided to help it find its way home, even if that meant rowing all the way to the South Pole. From the bestselling picture book by awardwinning children’s author Oliver Jeffers, this funny, charming tale of friendship is perfect for a younger audience. Brought to life with puppetry, songs and music, this fantastic new show is suitable for little people and their grown-ups. ‘Perfectly charming’ - The Guardian Time: 2.30pm Tickets: £10.00 Full / £8.50 Concs. Family of Four: £32.00 Pay Now Save Now: Save 50p per ticket if booked and paid for by 31.03.18 Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 1hr 20mins Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 3yrs+ due to understanding the story BFI

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BLACK MAGIC Thursday 31 May

A highly energetic tribute show that follows in the footsteps of the award-winning girl band, Little Mix. This iconic 5-star rated show has live vocals and is full of commercial pop-video choreography. Suitable for kids, tweens, teens and adults alike, The Little Mix Show brings the full pop concert experience to your local theatre. The Little Mix Show features all of Little Mix’s chart topping hits. Dance and scream to a packed out playlist of hit songs that include Black Magic, Power, No More Sad Songs, Wings, Shoutout To My Ex and more. Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £15.00 Full / £12.00 Concs. Family of Four: £48.00

Don’t miss Northern Ballet’s hugely popular Ugly Duckling as it returns to the stage for the first time since 2013. Tuesday 5 June Ugly Duckling is lonely and fed-up, ignored by those around her who think she is too ugly to fit in. She tries to make friends with fellow ducklings as well as with frogs, cats and even a fox, but realising she is not like any of these animals, she is left sad and alone. Follow the duckling on her journey as she overcomes her troubles and realises that she was beautiful all along. Retelling the famous Hans Christian Andersen fairytale, Ugly Duckling is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre for the first time.

Time: 12.00pm & 2.00pm Relaxed Performance: 4.00pm Tickets: £5.00 Full / £4.00 Concs.

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 1hr 50mins

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EXPRESSIONS ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS Saturday 9 – Sunday 10 June Expressions Academy of Performing Arts present their 15th annual showcase, featuring full time performers from their three year Musical Theatre course. Students will perform excerpts from many musical theatre shows in an array of performances featuring dance, singing and acting. They will be supported by the children of the part time school. Come along and support this fresh talent, who will graduate on to perform in the West End, touring shows, on cruise liners, and appear on our TV screens. Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £14.00 Full / £12.00 Concs. Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 45mins

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Tuesday 12 June Fed up with flogging their guts out and always having to be in charge, the Grumpy Old Women have put their knobbly old feet up in glorious retirement, free at last to practise their extreme colouring-in, ukelele orchestra and novelty fudge-making. But with the world in a bigger mess than ever before, is there anything that can tempt them off their backsides to unleash their superpowers and once more come to the rescue?!

Join us for brand new full-fat, batteries included comedy from the mistresses of grump. Early booking advised. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £26.00 All Seats Block Bookers: Buy 6+ at £23.50 each Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 30mins BFI

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Thursday 14 – Friday 15 June Summer Showcase 2018 Funky Studios’ annual Showcase is back! Bursting with talent, the Funky students promise to bring something different, exciting and fresh to the Palace stage once again. An evening filled with a variety of musical theatre, singing, dance, acting and contemporary music. This showcase is definitely not one to be missed!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Full / £8.50 Concs. Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins NBF

Tuesday 19 – Wednesday 20 June It’s 1962 and Tracy Turnblad is obsessed with The Corny Collins Show and one of its dancers, Link Larkin. Though rejected by producer Velma Von Tussle at auditions, when Tracey shows off some moves at the Sophomore Hop, Corny Collins gives her a place on the show.

The New Youth Theatre concept is simple. Children between the ages of 3-17 years are taught how to develop and improve their performing arts skills whilst rehearsing for a fully staged musical each term. To join the energetic cast in future productions call: 01623 406284 or visit www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/mansfield

The dynamic, toe-tapping ’60s pop-score has an unbridled joy that is infectious, making it impossible to leave the theatre without a smile. While the show is rife with humour, Hairspray is also a story about love, respect and acceptance.

Tickets: £11.00 All Seats Family of Four: £40.00 Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free

Time: 7.30pm

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins NBF

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Absolutely loved the show! Our family’s first pantomime with children aged 5 and 8 and we will definitely be back. A real lovely theatre. Couldn’t fault our visit. Thank you to all the staff - Yvonne Byrne

LEE NELSON SERIOUS JOKER

Thursday 21 June Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Hank Marvin, Brian May and Slash are just some of the outstanding guitar heroes you will have chance to experience in one amazing show! This phenomenal live concert style ‘rockumentary’ is performed by the extraordinarily talented and renowned musician Phil Walker, with his exceptional band. With over twenty guitars used on stage, the show accurately recreates the sound and ambience of each guitar hero, starting from the 1950s to the present day. Video screen technology creates a larger than life event which will appeal to all budding guitar heroes and music lovers of all ages. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £20.00 All Seats Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

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Wednesday 27 June Tuesday 26 June From the producers of the smash hit Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music, this fully interactive screening of the classic film means you too can have The Time of Your Life!

Due to huge demand, and over-priced lawyers, Lee is extending his smash-hit tour for a second time! You’ve seen him sneaking into places he shouldn’t be, now come and see him where he most definitely should be: live on stage with his sensational Serious Joker tour.

Time: 7.30pm

‘In this sort of form Nelson is irresistible… there aren’t many better comedians to turn to’ - The Telegraph ‘Comedy legend’ - The Sun ‘Get him out!’ - Donald Trump ‘You Should Be Ashamed Of Yourself’ - Sepp Blatter* FIFA President * Blatter has since been sacked after a massive corruption scandal. Who’s ashamed now?

Tickets: £15.00 All Seats Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free

Time: 7.30pm

The host will lead a vocal warm up, judge a fancy dress competition and show you how to use your props bag. Then just sing-a-long and dance dirty with Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey and the gang! Fancy dress recommended! Early booking advised!

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Tickets: £21.00 All Tickets

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 15yrs+ due to nature of content

Age Suitability: PG due to nature of content

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DANCE SCHOOLS

Box Office: 01623 633133 mansfieldpalace.co.uk

A lovely intimate venue, great show and very well priced - Leanne Waite

DEVAS DANCE SCHOOL Friday 18 – Saturday 19 May

Tickets: £10.00 Full / £9.50 Concs. Tickets available from 07800 505535 Tickets available from theatre from 07.04.18

SARAH ADAMSON SCHOOL OF DANCING Saturday 26 – Sunday 27 May

Tickets: £13.00 Full / £10.00 Concs. / £4.00 Pupils

Wednesday 4 – Saturday 7 July Inspired by a true story and based on the hit movie, Made in Dagenham is an uplifting musical comedy about friendship, love and the importance of fighting for what is right. Essex 1968. Like millions of other working women, each morning, Rita O’Grady is just trying to get her husband out of bed, the kids off to school and to work at the factory on time. But life is about to change forever when it’s announced that the girls in the stitching room of Ford’s Dagenham car plant will have their pay grade dropped to ‘unskilled.’ Drawing on strength she never knew she had, Rita leads her friends in a battle against the might of Ford and the corruption of the Union supposed to protect them.

As the girls’ inspiring journey gets bigger than anyone could have imagined, can Rita keep up the fight and the happy home she’s worked so hard for? Funny, touching and timeless, Made in Dagenham shows how ordinary people can do extraordinary things when they stand together.

Tickets available from 01159 530397 / 07923 013218 Tickets available from theatre from 02.04.18

EXCELSIOR DANCE STUDIOS Saturday 16 - Sunday 17 June Tickets: £9.00 All Seats Tickets available from 01623 479467

Tickets available from theatre from 01.05.18 Time: 7.15pm Tickets: £14.00 Full / £13.00 Concs. Pay Now Save Now: Save 50p per ticket if booked and paid for by 17/03/18 Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 3hrs Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 16yrs+ due to nature of content NBF

BELIEVE ACADEMY Saturday 23 - Sunday 24 June

Tickets: £10.50 Full / £9.50 Concs. Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free Tickets available from theatre from 03.04.18 NBF

Christopher Neil Education Manager

A WIDE RANGE OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE:

SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES:

• Chapter 4 – Mansfield Palace Theatre Young Company for 16-19 years

The latest Schools’ Education Pack is available, offering a range of activities and workshops, including A Character From History, a range of Health and Wellbeing options, Visit Your Theatre, You Name The Book and much more. You can download the pack from the website or request a copy from the Education Manager.

• Baby Ballet classes for up to 5 year olds (Thursday 10.00am, 11.00am, 12.45pm)

If you have a project idea or wish to enquire about workshops, please get in touch.

• Drama for 19yrs+ (Run by Adult Community Learning, Vision West Nottinghamshire College) Mondays 7.00-9.00pm

An Invitation to Local School Teachers …

WHAT CLASSES ARE ON OFFER AT THE PALACE? • Youth Theatre see advert far right

• Fitsteps classes for 18yrs+ (Mondays 11.30am-12.30pm)

Supporting the work of Education @ Mansfield Palace until July 2018

If you wish to sponsor our work in schools and the community, please contact the Education Manager for further information.

Education @ Mansfield Palace and Inspire Youth Arts @ The Old Library have launched a new Forum for primary teachers and a Forum for secondary teachers in the Mansfield and surrounding areas. This provides the opportunity to:

• Build strong links with two organisations • Provide a forum where teachers inform us of the work they would like to see in their schools • Share ideas between fellow teachers and arts practitioners • Attend CPD events Education @ Mansfield Palace is also an Arts Award Supporter. If you are interested in finding out more about Arts Award, our school offer or being part of the Forum, please contact Christopher Neil.

Education @ Mansfield Palace has an e-newsletter which has information on work for schools, the current programme and activities and shows happening at the Palace. If you wish to receive this, please contact Christopher Neil.

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WADING BY SIMON MARSHALL DIRECTOR: CHRISTOPHER NEIL

Wednesday 18 – Thursday 19 April Education at Mansfield Palace and Vision West Nottinghamshire College Performing Arts Department present this new play by Simon Marshall as part of the Write Track programme. Jamma has found a purpose – a video camera. She is keeping a record of her life, so the future can know how it was for the ‘left-behinds’. She wants to be part of history… in case her world suddenly ends. Set in a Nottinghamshire of the near-future, Wading explores an England where natural disaster has become the norm. Sea levels have risen 13 metres, storms hit regularly and life trudges on in the Midlands. This is Jamma’s own reality show-come-documentary about perseverance, communication and crucially, hope. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.50 All seats Venue: Create Theatre (Vision West Notts, Derby Road, Mansfield NG18 5BH)

CONTACT: Christopher Neil, Education Manager, on 01623 412921 or email: cneil@mansfield.gov.uk

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EDUCATION @ MANSFIELD PALACE

Duration: Approx 1hr 10 mins

Education at Mansfield Palace A Character From History – Robin Hood at Oak Tree Primary School

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Chapter Four - Mansfield Palace Theatre Young Company

Education at Mansfield Palace

THUMBELINA

BY HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, IN A NEW ADAPTATION BY ANDY DOBB

@EducAtThePalace We have a stage for every

Wednesday 9 - Thursday 10 May Mansfield Palace Junior Youth Theatre presents a childhood classic - Thumbelina.

PRONOUN BY EVAN PLACEY

Friday 27 - Saturday 28 April Chapter 4 – Mansfield Palace Theatre Young Company is back with this physical, poignant and thought provoking play. Childhood sweethearts, Isabella and Josh, were meant to spend their gap year and the rest of their lives together. But the ‘together forever’ agreement has changed. Isabella has now become a boy, Dean. Originally commissioned for the 2014 National Theatre Connections Festival, this love story about transition, testosterone and Dean’s fascination with James Dean, has such relevant themes for our times. “I woke up. I showered. And then the mirror was just there. Suddenly there. Only it had always been there, but I’d, somehow, I’d managed to never look. To never really look”. - (Pronoun by Evan Placey) Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 All seats Venue: Palace Theatre, The Studio Duration: Approx 1hr 15 mins Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 14yrs+ due to nature of content NBF

The small and delicate Thumbelina is as beautiful as the flower she was born in. She is soon whisked away by several forest creatures who want to marry her for her beauty. In the end it is her inner beauty, her compassion for the Swallow which leads to her freedom and finding the right person to marry. Join us for this tale of beauty and compassion through word, song and movement. Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £3.50 All seats Venue: The Studio, Mansfield Palace Theatre Duration: Approx 45 mins (no interval) NBF

Drama classes for 5-19 year olds

SHAKESPEARE ROCKS! BY STEVE TIFFORD Wednesday 27 – Thursday 28 June The Mansfield Palace Intermediate Youth Theatre presents this fun, energised and fresh take on the life of William Shakespeare. The pretentious director of The Rough Shakespeare Company, Aubrey, has obtained the lost diaries of Shakespeare and decides to make an adaptation for the stage to tell the Bard’s life through his own personal journal. Through great songs, comedy and ensemble playing, let us take you through the Shakespearean era, with amusing tales from the man who rocked! … And wrote a bit as well! Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £5.75 All seats Venue: Create Theatre (Vision West Notts, Derby Road, Mansfield NG18 5BH) Duration: Approx 1 hour (no interval) NBF

Juniors: 5 - 7 years. Saturday 9.00am - 10.30am Intermediate group: 8 - 12 years, Saturday 11.00am - 1.00pm Senior group: 12 - 15 years. Friday 6.00pm - 8.30pm Chapter 4: 16 - 19 years. Wednesday 6.00pm – 8.00pm Email: lhopkinson@mansfield.gov.uk or call 01623 412927 for an application pack. This can also be downloaded from the website.

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Babies up to one year can sit on your lap for free. For children one year and older, a seat must be purchased. If you wish to leave your baby in a carrier, you must purchase a ticket alongside you for this. We are relying on parents being responsible and to remove their child from the auditorium if he / she becomes upset so as not to spoil the enjoyment of others.

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Signed Performances There are no signed performances this season. Carers’ Discount Production contracts permitting, a concessionary rate of 50%

will be issued to carers of registered disabled patrons. Please enquire at the Box Office for further details and to obtain an Essential Companion Scheme application form.

Concessions (Unless otherwise stated) A ‘Concession’ refers to a person who is: • Aged 16 or less or is 60 or more • A student in full time education • In receipt of Unemployment Benefits • A Mansfield District Leisure Trust card holder Family Tickets A ‘Family’ comprises four people, of whom no more than two are adults. Postage An administration cost of 75p will be charged for your tickets to be posted. Refunds We can only offer refunds if we have made a mistake or if a performance has been cancelled. Unfortunately we will only be able to undertake the re-sale of tickets for sold out performances. Discounts We reserve the right to ask for proof of eligibility when claiming discounts. Ticket Agents Chesterfield TIC: 01246 345777

Sherwood TIC: 01623 824545

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DIARY April

Wednesday 4 - Saturday 7

Harlequin School of Dance

Friday 25

John Kirkpatrick - Folk Music in the Studio

Sunday 8

The Searchers in Concert

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Saturday 26 - Sunday 27

Sarah Adamson School of Dancing

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Tuesday 10

Alice in Wonderland - Easter Panto

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Wednesday 30

Lost and Found

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Black Magic - The Little Mix Show

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Wednesday 11

An Audience with Ian Waite and Oti Mabuse

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Thursday 31

Thursday 12

The Roy Orbison Story

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Friday 13

Magic of Motown

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June

Saturday 14

Ultimate Bublé

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Sunday 15

Fairey Brass Band

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Wednesday 18 - Thursday 19

Wading - Write Track at Create Theatre

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Thursday 19 - Saturday 21

Boogie Nights - Heanor Musical Theatre Company

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Friday 20

Martin Simpson - Folk Music in the Studio

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Sunday 22

Dance Fusion

Wednesday 25

Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers

Friday 27 - Saturday 28

Pronoun - Chapter 4 in the Studio

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Friday 27 - Saturday 28

Syncopation Performing Arts

Sunday 29

Seriously Dead

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Monday 30 April - Tuesday 1 May

Dreamboys

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Saturday 2 - Sunday 3

Razzamataz Theatre School

Tuesday 5

Ugly Duckling - Northern Ballet

Thursday 7 - Friday 8

Clare Sales School of Dance

Saturday 9 - Sunday 10

Expressions Academy of Performing Arts

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Tuesday 12

Grumpy Old Women to the Rescue

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Thursday 14 - Friday 15

Summer Showcase - Funky Studios

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Saturday 16 - Sunday 17

Excelsior Dance Studios

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Tuesday 19 - Wednesday 20

Hairspray - New Youth Theatre

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Thursday 21

The Story of Guitar Heroes

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Saturday 23 - Sunday 24

Believe Academy

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Tuesday 26

Sing-a-long-a Dirty Dancing

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Wednesday 27

Lee Nelson - Serious Joker

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Wednesday 27 - Thursday 28

Shakespeare Rocks - Intermediate Youth Theatre at Create Theatre

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Friday 29 - Sunday 1 July

D@nce Works

Wednesday 2

Cilla and The Shades of the 60s

Friday 4 - Saturday 5 May

Spotlight Studios

Wednesday 9

Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday

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July

Wednesday 9 - Thursday 10

Thumbelina - Junior Youth Theatre in the Studio

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Thursday 10

The War of the Worlds - The Pantaloons

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Wednesday 4 - Saturday 7

Friday 11

Faith - The George Michael Legacy

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Saturday 12

On Tour With Elvis

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Wednesday 16

Menopause the Musical

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Friday 18 - Saturday 19

Devas Dance School

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Sunday 20

The Little Mermaid - Ballet Theatre UK

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Tuesday 22

Walk Right Back - The Everly Brothers Story

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Wednesday 23

Land Of Hope & Glory - Neil Sands

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Friday 25

Material Girl - The Madonna Story

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Made in Dagenham - Ripley and Alfreton Musical Theatre Company

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