Mansfield Palace Theatre August - December 2015 Brochure by Mansfield Palace Theatre & Mansfield Museum

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AUGUST DECEMBER 2015

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Welcome As a visitor to our lovely theatre, you will hopefully feel welcome and comfortable in its cosy surroundings. We also hope that you, like many of our customers, find a number of shows during the year appealing and book tickets to see many of them when the brochure hits your doormat. We pride ourselves in getting to know many of our customers by name. One customer has exceeded all expectations and this was recognised when Mr Thompson was presented with an engraved glass beer tankard for being the ‘Most Loyal Customer for 2014’. Mr Thompson attended 37 performances in the financial year, an astonishing achievement! He loves our theatre, the shows and our staff. Many thanks Mr Thompson for such wonderful support! We have a jam-packed season ahead to entertain you. As always the variety is there to tickle the fancy of a very broad range of tastes. We endeavour to introduce companies and artists to Mansfield. For example, this season we are proud to include Miss Nightingale – The Musical, Anita Harris, Psychic Sally Morgan, and Flossie Malavialle with her group performing the music and songs of Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel. Then, all the way from Northern

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Ireland, we welcome the Big Telly Theatre Company with their production of Gulliver aimed at families with children aged eight years and older. We welcome two companies presenting works of Jane Austen: Dyad Productions bring us Austen’s Women in September and Hotbuckle Productions stage Emma in November. Book for both and save money on the tickets. Then we also have companies that we are familiar with such as London Classic Theatre with their production of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot, which is seldom seen on the touring circuit.

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There are some big name shows that we are delighted to welcome back because of their ever-so-successful previous visits. We would include in this list The Drifters, Talon, Circus of Horrors, Mercury and many more. As always, we have some great local talent on the stage as well as many other professional shows not mentioned here. I hope you enjoy our programme. Hopefully you will find much to come and see with your family and friends. Happy theatregoing! Andrew Tucker Cultural Services Manager

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BOOKING FEE

The Mansfield Palace Theatre has a booking fee of 2.5% included in the ticket price of all professional productions booked via our Box Office. The fee does not apply to amateur companies and education work. The symbol below is shown on relevant productions. This income remains with the Theatre and helps to reduce the Council subsidy. Online bookings are subject to a flat rate fee of £1.60 which is set and received by the external service provider.

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Admission Prices

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£14.86

£13.84

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£13.84

£12.81

Family Ticket

£51.25

£47.15

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£10.00

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28 Nov ~ 14:30 19:00 29 Nov No performances 30 Nov 10.30 14:30 ~ 01 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 02 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 03 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 04 Dec ~ 14.30 19:00 05 Dec ~ 14.30 19:00 06 Dec No performances 07 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 08 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 09 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 10 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 11 Dec ~ 14.30 19:00 12 Dec ~ 14.30 19:00 13 Dec No performances 14 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 15 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 16 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 17 Dec 10.30 14.30 ~ 18 Dec No performances 19 Dec ~ 14.30 19:00 20 Dec ~ 14.30 19:00 21 Dec ~ 14.30 19:00

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14.30 19:00 14:30 19:00 12.00 16.00 Christmas Day 14.30 19:00 14.30 19:00 14.30 19:00 14.30 19:00 14:30 19:00 12:00 16:00 New Year’s Day 14.30 19:00 12:00 16:00

Pay Now Save Now: Book and pay for your tickets before Saturday 29 August 2015 and receive £1 off each ticket. After this date the ticket will automatically revert to the normal ticket price stated. Schools: Exclusive schools’ package available with or without refreshments. Please enquire about the competitive transport options available.

Relaxed Performance: Monday 7 Dec @ 14.30

Signed Performances: Friday 11 Dec @ 19.00 and Saturday 12 Dec @ 14.30

Duration: Approx 2hrs 30mins Sponsors: The Mansfield Palace Theatre is proud to acknowledge the support of Four Seasons Shopping Centre and Mansfield 103.2.

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THEATRE TOKENS What do you buy for friends and family who seem to have absolutely everything they could possibly wish for? If you’re struggling to think of a gift for friends or loved ones and would like to mark their special occasion by giving them something completely different, think Theatre Tokens. These handy gift vouchers are ideal for people of all ages and come in denominations of £5, £10 and £20 and can be used at over 240 theatres nationwide, including all of London’s West End. They make ideal gifts for people who: • Already have everything. • Love theatre, opera, musicals and shows. •H ave never experienced a show before but might relish something different. Theatre Tokens offer enjoyment that lasts, making them a perfect gift for anyone and everyone.

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INSPIRATIONS THEATRE COMPANY

Tuesday 8 – Saturday 12 September Nigel is a magnet for misfortune. His first day as a truck driver for Snabe’s Sauces and Syrups ends in disaster when a freak accident leaves him in yet another sticky situation. Cue Jack, giant killer, beanstalk breaker and all round hustler. A man with a plan to can the beans. This most unlikely duo seeks to overthrow the hard-boiled factory overlord, Humpty Dumpty, but they may need a hand… Please bring along a tin of canned goods (as well as your ticket) to gain entry and support Framework and The Beacon Project.

Time: 7.00pm (plus Friday Matinee 1.30pm) Tickets: Front Stalls & Balcony: £9.50 Full / £8.50 Concs. / Family of Four £34 Rear Stalls: £8.50 Full / £7.50 Concs. / Family of Four £30 Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 30mins NBF

Friday 18 – Saturday 19 September Set in the fictional HMP Larkhall, Bad Girls– The Musical is the story of new idealistic Wing Governor Helen Stewart and her battles with the entrenched old guard of Officer Jim Fenner and his sidekick Sylvia Hollamby. It also follows the love story that develops between Helen and charismatic inmate Nikki Wade. Other featured characters from the hit TV series include Shell Dockley and her runner Denny Blood, the two Julies and the ultimate ‘top dog’, Yvonne Atkins.

A tragic death on the wing – in which Jim Fenner is implicated – leads to an angry protest from the women and forces Helen and Nikki to their opposite sides of the bars. But when it’s clear that Helen stands to lose her job over Fenner’s misdeeds, the race is on to nail him once and for all. Book by Maureen Chadwick and Ann McManus. Music by Martin Koch.

Time: 7.15pm Tickets: £13.50 Full / £12.50 Concs. / Family of Four £50 / Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 14+yrs due to nature of content NBF

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DON’T RAIN ON MY PARADE Sunday 20 September Masque Productions take you back to the golden era of music, featuring songs by some of the world’s greatest composers such as Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and Rodgers and Hart. The Great American Songbook includes musical numbers such as Fly me to the Moon, All of Me, The Way You Look Tonight, Sisters, Puttin’ on the Ritz plus many more. As well as classic songs there will be comedy sketches and superb dance routines. Book early as Masque’s one night shows sell out quickly!

Tuesday 22 – Wednesday 23 September

Don’t Rain on my Parade is a production put together by an arrangement of different age groups, from tots to seniors. It contains a fun variety of dance routines that will make you smile, gasp, laugh and possibly even cry. Watch these outstanding children perform with all of their heart, to well-chosen songs. This performance is not just for Mums, Dads or family members, it is a delight for everyone to come and watch.

AUSTEN’S WOMEN Thursday 24 September Thirteen of Jane Austen’s heroines come to life in this bold revisiting of some of literature’s most celebrated works. In this much-loved Edinburgh sell-out hit, using only Austen’s words, Rebecca Vaughan becomes Emma Woodhouse, Elizabeth Bennet, Mrs Norris, Miss Bates and nine other beautifully observed women in critical moments from Austen’s major novels, including Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility and Emma plus lesser known or unfinished works. Directed by Olivier Award winner, Guy Masterson (Morecambe). Time: 7.15pm

Time: 7.00pm

Time: 6.30pm

Tickets: £10.25 All Seats / £6.66 Schools / Save 50p if purchased simultaneously with Emma ticket/s (see pg16)

Tickets: £11.00 All Seats

Tickets: £9.50 All Seats

Venue: The Old Library Theatre

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Duration: Approx 3hrs

Duration: Approx 70mins (Followed by an interval and Q&A session)

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DAVE SPIKEY PUNCHLINES Friday 25 September

Saturday 26 September

Be blown away by hits from the golden era of rock ‘n’ roll, including Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, the Big Bopper and Eddie Cochran. Backed by the superb Paradise Band, this show has audiences dancing in the aisles, singing along with the music and yelling for more. Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise has something for everyone in this feel-good celebration of the magic of rock ‘n’ roll, with over 40 songs packed into this critically acclaimed show.

Dave Spikey believes it is part of our national character that many everyday conversations end in laughter and this brand new show is guaranteed to have you laughing out loud! Punchlines derive their humour from being unexpected – ‘punch’ indicating that the ‘line’ should always come as a surprise or shock. The major school of thought suggests that few punchlines are funny out of context. There is another school of thought (Dave’s school of thought) that the opposite can be true and in this new show he will present evidence to support this. Time: 7.30pm

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Mansfield District Male Voice Choir and Blidworth Welfare Band are joining forces once again to present an afternoon of their favourite music, old and new. Formed in 1944, the choir has a long history of performing in and around the Mansfield area, raising thousands of pounds for local and national charities. Blidworth Welfare Band continue their success as a contest and concert band performing in various parts of the country. Together, they present an afternoon of nostalgia not to be missed.

Tickets: £17.94 All Seats Time: 7.30pm

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Time: 3.00pm

Tickets: £20.50 Full / £19.48 Concs.

Duration: Approx 1hr 55mins

Tickets: £8.00 All Seats

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 16+yrs due to themes and language

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins BFI

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SWANSEA CITY OPERA PRESENTS

ANITA HARRIS MOZARTISSIMO MY LIFE IN SHOWBUSINESS Sunday 11 October Wednesday 7 October Anita Harris will be singing live on stage in a wonderful new show which incorporates music, chat and TV clips of her work, with a comedy guest, a Q&A segment plus a few surprises! Anita’s breath-taking career includes starring in Las Vegas and the West End plus Carry On films. She has worked alongside Tommy Cooper, Morecambe and Wise and Kenneth Williams to name a few. Performing with the fabulous Peter Gill Musicians, this is a live show not to be missed.

Especially arranged for wind trio, soprano and baritone, this is an operatic journey through the life and works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, whose star still shines brightly over 200 years after his death. This enticing and delightful production transports audiences back in time to an 18th century salon, with elaborate classical costumes and ravishing music. Taking the guise of Mozart’s lifelong friend, Emanuel Schikaneder, Brendan Wheatley wittily charts Mozart’s fascinating life, his loves and his operas.

Tuesday 13 October 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. Sally’s infectiously fun and down-to-earth personality often leaves audiences in fits of laughter, bringing a refreshing twist to the work of mediums. This is a fantastic and unique evening out not to be missed. Book your tickets now to see this phenomenal psychic in action. The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.

Limited Availability. Time: 7.30pm

Time: 2.30pm

Time: 7.30pm

Tickets: £25.63 All Seats

Tickets: £14.86 Full / £12.81 Concs. / Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free

Tickets: £15.38 Full / £8.20 Child / 10% discount for Music Society members

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 15mins

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

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Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins Age Suitability: Under 14s to be accompanied by an adult BFI

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Wednesday 14 October Sex, scandal and showbiz 1940s style. Two men struggle in the shadows to thrust an outrageous new star into the spotlight. In times of war people will do anything to survive. The aristocracy rub shoulders with black market spivs, songwriters take to the streets and working class girls want to change the world. Bootleg booze, blackmail and bombshells are a dangerous combination. Some secrets are more explosive than The Blitz. Miss Nightingale - The Musical brings the on-stage glamour and off-stage affairs of war-torn London thrillingly to life. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £16.40 Full / £14.35 Concs. / Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free

Audiences across Britain have adored this fabulous, feel-good tale of love, loss and hopeperformed by a multi-talented cast who not only act, dance and sing but also play all the instruments live on stage. Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the smash-hit show on its fifth and final UK tour. This critically acclaimed musical will have you laughing, crying and cheering for more.

WORKSHOP TO ACCOMPANY PRODUCTION: Monday 12 October Time: 7.30pm

Thursday 15 October Starring All Ireland Champion musicians, fantastic presenters with great banter and not forgetting some excellent Irish dancing, this amazing multi-talented gathering delivers the best traditional night of musical entertainment the Emerald Isle has to offer! The musicians will astound with their ability, craft and knowledge and take you on a journey of rhythm, song and dance in an intimate, friendly and homely atmosphere. Inspiring a fun spirit wherever it plays, The Irish House Party look forward to sharing a great night of Celtic celebration in true Irish style.

Tickets: £5.00 or Free with ticket/s for the show Venue: Palace Theatre, Upstairs Lounge

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs

Time: 7.30pm

Duration: Approx 2hrs 30mins

West End composer and Miss Nightingale writer will teach you a song from the show and give an insight into writing and rehearsing.

Tickets: £19.99 Full / £18.96 Concs.

Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 12yrs+ due to nature of content BFI

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs BFI

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Tuesday 20 October

THE DRIFTERS REBRANDED TOUR Friday 16 October This new, high energy show tells the story of the Drifters through their music from past to present, including Under The Boardwalk, Saturday Night at the Movies, Up on the Roof and all your other favourite Drifters classics. It also features newer songs that have evolved through the first new recordings in over 30 years. Along with a world-class band and some very smooth dance moves, this is a show not to be missed. Early booking recommended.

Saturday 17 October The Bee Gees were three brothers who grew to become world superstars by their early twenties. They went on to be acknowledged as some of the greatest song writers in history. Nights on Broadway is a tribute to the Bee Gees, featuring incredible songs from over four decades, combining classic hits, acoustic medleys and dance floor favourites. These include Night Fever, Tragedy, You Win Again and More Than a Woman. Costume changes and a live six-piece band complement the show to give a full Bee Gees concert experience.

Time: 7.30pm

Tickets: £26.65 Full / £25.63 Concs.

Tickets: £17.94 Full / £16.91 Concs.

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

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Vladimir and Estragon meet as dusk approaches. A conversation begins, a joke is interrupted. A carrot is eaten. The two men quarrel, then embrace. Unannounced, two eccentric travellers arrive. Seemingly master and servant, one stands weighed down at the end of a long rope, the other carries a whip… So begins Samuel Beckett’s 60-year-old masterpiece Waiting for Godot, a ground-breaking tale of life and death. The play moves seamlessly between comedy, burlesque and drama. Please see pg20 for details of a workshop to accompany this production.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £14.35 Full / £13.33 Concs / £7.18 Schools Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 2hrs 15mins Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 14+yrs due to nature of content

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FIFTH WORD THEATRE IN ASSOCIATION WITH NOTTINGHAM PLAYHOUSE PRESENT

ALL THE LITTLE LIGHTS

DU PORT D’AMSTERDAM MERCURY - QUEEN AU CIEL DE PARIS THE LEGEND LIVES ON

BY JANE UPTON

Thursday 22 October

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Du port d’Amsterdam au ciel de Paris translates as ‘from the port of Amsterdam to the sky of Paris’ and is a show which will take you on an emotional and musical rollercoaster. Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel are renowned for their powerful, heartfelt renditions of passionate songs. To have an evening which mixes their répertoire is not only a challenge but also a treat made possible by the wonderful musicianship of Chris Parkinson on accordion, Paul Donnelly on classical guitar and the superb vocals of Flossie Malavialle.

Recapture the sight, sounds and emotions of Queen with Joseph Lee Jackson as Freddie Mercury. His powerful vocal range and stunning visual interpretation adds a totally new dimension to Queen. From Don’t Stop Me Now to Bohemian Rhapsody, all the classic hits will be performed in this sensational live show. Along with Glen Scrimshaw as Brian May, Pat Coleman as Roger Taylor, Steve Humphreys as John Deacon and Lee Harvey as Spike Edney, Mercury are Queen and the legend lives on. Early booking advised.

Tickets: £10.25 Full / £6.66 Schools

Time: 7.30pm

Venue: The Old Library Theatre

Tickets: £14.35 Full / £13.33 Concs.

Tickets: £17.94 Full / £16.91 Concs.

Duration: Approx 1hr (No interval)

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Age Suitability: 14yrs+ due to language

Duration: Approx 2hrs

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Joanne and Lisa were like sisters. Then Lisa left. Now she’s back for one last birthday party by the railway tracks. Can their relationship be rekindled or will the ghosts of the past haunt them forever? Packed with crackling dialogue, darkness and laugh out loud humour, All the Little Lights is about being young, alone and trying to survive. Written with support from the charity Safe and Sound, the play considers where we find family and how easy it is to slip through the cracks in society. Pre-show workshop available. Enquiries to Christopher Neil: 01623 412921

Time: 1.30pm

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ONE NIGHT OF ELVIS STARRING LEE MEMPHIS KING

FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE

Saturday 24 October

Sunday 25 October

In this brand new show for 2015, Lee Memphis King - Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist - presents the ultimate tribute to the King. The evening will celebrate the epic career of a musical legend, from Don’t be Cruel to Suspicious Minds. Accompanied by a world-class band and singers, plus featuring large screen projection, this is the largest Elvis show to tour UK theatres. Prepare to be enthralled and ‘spend one night with Elvis’.

Mansfield and Mansfield Bellamy Royal British Legion present their annual Festival of Remembrance. The afternoon commemorates and honours all those who have lost their lives in conflicts; it is both a moving and enjoyable afternoon hosted by the Royal British Legion. This year’s event features The Mansfield and District Male Voice Choir, 384 Mansfield Sqn Air Training Corps, Mansfield Gospel Choir and the Blidworth Welfare Band. The service will include a minute’s silence when poppies will fall. Booking opens Friday 4 September at 9.30am.

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Wednesday 28 October Follow CBeebies stars Tree Fu Tom, Twigs, Ariela and friends on an action packed adventure through the magical world of Treetopolis. After finding a dusty old map, Tom decides to follow it and see if it will take them to any mysterious hidden treasure, but it’s not an easy route to follow! Tom and his friends must travel through wild weather and catch the mischievous Mushas who are making trouble along the way.

Time: 7.30pm

Time: 2.30pm

Tickets: £19.48 Full / £18.45 Concs.

Tickets: £5.50 All Seats

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Full of fun, music and laughter, Tom will need your help to do the Tree Fu moves that could help save the day.

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Duration: Approx 2hrs 50mins

Brought to you by Premier Stage Productions Ltd and FremantleMedia Ltd.

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Thursday 29 October When Gulliver returns from another amazing experience at sea, his family are more than a little perplexed. They had just about coped with the giants, the tiny people, the floating islands and outlandish inventions. But a world ruled by horses? That’s a different kettle of fish! Only one thing is certain - family life will never be the same again! Join us for a theatrical adventure as Gulliver and his family learn to live together in a strange new world where weird is the new normal. Time: 7.30pm Time: 1.00pm Tickets: £12.81 Full / £10.76 Child / Family of Four £43.05 / Pay Now Save Now: Save 50p per ticket if booked and paid for by 12/09/15 Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage Duration: Approx 90mins BFI

Tickets: £12.30 Full / £10.76 Child / £43.05 Family of Four / Pay Now Save Now: Save 50p per ticket if bought and paid for by 12/09/15

Friday 30 October Talon – The Best of the Eagles features all of the classic hits from the timeless back catalogue, including Hotel California, Lyin’ Eyes, Take it Easy, Desperado, Take it to the Limit, Life in the Fast Lane and many more. Talon have built their reputation on their immensely powerful four-part vocal harmony and are backed by a host of world class musicians. Their ability to evolve and deliver bigger and better shows year on year continues with what promises to be an excellent evening of entertainment. Early booking advised.

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Time: 7.30pm

Duration: Approx 2hrs

Tickets: £20.50 Full / £19.48 Concs.

Age Suitability: Suitable for 8yrs+ due to understanding the story

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

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MOSCOW BALLET LA CLASSIQUE PRESENTS

SLEEPING BEAUTY Saturday 31 October The Blues Brothers Experience recreates all the iconic atmosphere of a live performance by The Blues Brothers - capturing the essence of both the music and the film - in a stage show that electrifies the audience. The live ten-piece band produces music that will thrill you, plus a performance so similar to Dan Ackroyd and John Belushi themselves, that you will long-remember the evening you decided to immerse yourself in The Blues Brothers Experience.

Sunday 1 November A classic ballet in three acts, with prologue. Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous music will fill the air whilst wondrous characters come to life before your very eyes. The king, queen, fairies of gold, silver, diamonds and sapphire plus the inevitable handsome Prince will all weave their magic to present this timeless tale of Princess Aurora, the Sleeping Beauty. A story lovingly repeated throughout generations but never before performed so magnificently as with this colourful spectacle of Russia’s finest, Moscow Ballet La Classique.

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Tuesday 3 November Emma Woodhouse is handsome, clever and rich. She’s also a bit of a meddler. After her governess marries (with Emma’s help of course), it is clear that Miss Woodhouse must become a matchmaker. But as her interfering gets out of hand, it may be time for Emma to question her judgement. Advised by friend Mr Knightley, can Emma untangle the web she’s spun? And what does she truly know of her own heart? There will be a pre-performance talk at 6.15pm, given by Adrian Preater, Artistic Director of Hotbuckle Productions.

Time: 7.30pm Time: 7.00pm

Tickets: £17.43 Full / £16.40 Concs.

Tickets: £20.50 Full / £19.48 Concs. / £14.35 Child / £61.50 Family of Four / Music Society Members: 10% discount

Tickets: £14.35 Full / £12.81 Concs. / Schools £7.18 / Block Bookers: Buy 10, get the 11th Free. Save 50p if purchased simultaneously with Austen’s Women ticket/s (see pg8)

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Duration: Approx 2hrs 15mins

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Tuesday 10 – Saturday 14 November

for a magical evening of laughter, tears, dance and some of the Masque Productions are proud to present Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. greatest songs ever written, including Sisters, Blue Skies and, of course, This is the story of two ex-army pals, the legendary White Christmas. who team up with a pair of sisters, Make it a Christmas you’ll never to put on a show to save a remote forget with this feel-good festive Vermont ski lodge that’s fallen on musical for the whole family, based hard times. A little mischief, a few on the much-loved movie classic. misunderstandings and a whole lot An amateur production by arrangement with R&H of romance are the perfect excuse Theatricals Europe.

‘Be careful what you wish for’ is the theme in this musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine. The Baker and his wife wish to have a child; Cinderella wishes to go to the King’s Festival; Jack wishes his cow would produce milk. When a witch places a curse on them, the Baker and his wife set off on a journey to reverse it. Everyone has their wish, until Jack’s beanstalk brings a visit from an angry Giant and we see how the consequences of their actions haunt them in disastrous ways. The community must come together to save each other and their kingdom…

Time: 7.30pm (plus Saturday Matinee 2.30pm) Tickets: £13.00 Full / £12.00 Concs. (No Concs. Saturday evening) Block Bookers: Buy 10+ tickets and receive 10% discount

Time: 7.30pm

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Duration: Approx 2hrs

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Tickets: £11.00 All Seats

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. For more information visit www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/mansfield

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GALLIARDA

Wednesday 18 November

Wednesday 18 November From the producers of Remember When at Christmas comes a brand new festive nostalgia show. Start Christmas in style with this delightful and unforgettable trip down memory lane. This enchanting production is a wonderful mixture of your favourite Christmas songs and carols, stunning costumes, lots of good old fashioned festive fun, and a unique atmosphere that will warm your heart on the coldest winter’s day, taking you back to a time when Christmas really was the most wonderful time of the year. Early booking advised.

This lively and exciting group consists of Sara Stowe (soprano and percussion), Ibi Aziz (viola da gamba), Richard MacKenzie (lute, theorbo and five-course guitar) and Wendy Hancock (Baroque flute, recorder, violl) who perform Renaissance and baroque music, with zest and flair. The Mediterranean Temperament is a programme of Spanish, Italian and French music which vividly evokes warmth and passion. This evening will include villancicos from Iberia, instrumental dances, French and Italian traditional songs, plus excerpts from the Tonadillas Escénicas. Composers include Vivaldi, Fontana, Frescobaldi, Juan Vasquez, José Palomino, and J.P.A. Martini. Time: 7.30pm

Tickets: £12.30 Full / £11.28 Concs.

Tickets: Advance Bookings: £13.33 Full / £10.66 Music Society Members / £5.64 Child / Ticket prices increase by up to £1.00 if purchased on the day of the concert

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Venue: Crescent Centre, Booth Crescent, Mansfield

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Duration: Approx 2hrs

Time: 2.30pm

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Thursday 19 November The show that stormed into the finals of Britain’s Got Talent and was a West End smash is back to mark its 21st Anniversary in spectacular style. Welcome to the Carnevil is set in Victorian London in 1899 when Jack the Ripper was still at large and during the age of the Freak Show. A young girl dreamed of running away to join the Circus only to see her dream become a nightmare in a decrepit and corpse ridden Carnevil. She is plagued by a swamp of Killer Klowns, sword swallowers, demon dwarfs and death defying aerialists. The show also includes a Guinness World Record holding hairculian diva swinging solely from her hair, back-flipping, fire-limboing acrobats and lots more.

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CHRISTMAS STORYTELLING BARRY STEELE’S ROY ORBISON AND FRIENDS Friday 20 November

A show ruled by the undead and climaxing in an awesome flaming apocalypse! Early booking advised. ‘Blood Thirsty & Burlesque’ The Independent ‘Freaking Awesome’ The Sun Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £23.58 Full / £20.50 Concs. Early Bat Special: £20.50 if bought and paid for by 03/10/15

Barry Steele has stunned audiences across the globe with his visual similarity to Roy Orbison and ability to revive his unique sound. Using original film footage and backed by a fabulous band, you will be taken on a journey in time right through to the Traveling Wilburys era. Add to the mix Paul Molloy as a young Elvis and Boogie Williams as Jerry Lee Lewis, and you have yourself an incredible fusion of rock ‘n’ roll and contemporary musical genius all on one stage.

Saturday 19 December

Paul Goldsmith returns with his festive cheer and fun. Through stories and song we will celebrate Christmas, Palace Theatre Style. Share in the magic of Christmas as Paul the Storyteller takes you on a sleigh ride to discover the world of Christmas stories. Excitement, mystery and music await you as we soar above the rooftops. Let your imagination and creativity take you on a festive journey. One adult must accompany children at all times. Maximum 30 child places. Time: 3-5yrs @ 10.00am-10.45am 5-8yrs @ 11.15am-12.15pm

Duration: Approx 1hr 55mins

Tickets: £21.01 Full / £19.99 Concs.

Age Suitability: Suitable for ages 16+yrs due to slight nudity and language

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

Tickets: £4.50 first child / additional children £4.00 each. Adults free. Maximum of two adults per family booking (two children or more)

Duration: Approx 2hrs 20mins

Venue: Mansfield Museum

Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

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Time: 7.30pm

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EDUCATION @ THE PALACE

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

A WIDE RANGE OF EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE:

EXERCISE THROUGH DANCE

• Youth Theatre See advert opposite • Community Theatre Annual staged production (18+yrs) • Open Doors Weekly acting classes (18+yrs) • Write Track Writing for the stage • Classes Such as Belly Dancing and Exercise Through Dance

SCHOOLS’ EDUCATION PACK The latest Schools’ pack is available, offering a range of activities and workshops, including ‘Visit Your Theatre’. You can download the pack from the website or request a copy from the Education Manager.

BESPOKE PROJECTS – HE/FE COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS If you have a project idea that you would like to engage with Education @ The Palace, please contact the Education Manager. “The Alcohol Awareness drama supervised by Chris Neil and written and performed by students from Vision West Notts College was such innovative work.” - Alan Simpson, Community Alcohol Partnerships Officer, North East and East Midlands

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Monday 7 September - Monday 9 November Join our expert Dance Practitioner and Teacher for a ten week course for a taste of Exercise Through Dance. With different styles from Salsa to Modern, Jazz and even a bit of Line Dancing too. This is fun and fitness for the over fifties with simple dance movement to various rhythms. Early booking advised. Time: 10.30am Tickets: £31.50 for Full Course (10 sessions) Venue: Palace Theatre, Dance Studio Duration: Approx 1hr Age Suitability: 50+yrs Dress: Soft shoes and comfortable clothing that is easy to move in. NBF

TAGE GE! S A E V WE HA FOR EVERY A Drama classes are held at the Mansfield Palace Theatre during school term time and each class has an annual performance. Classes are available for 5-7yrs, 8-12yrs, 12-15yrs and 16-18yrs. Our prices are competitive, starting from £33.00 (half term) or £53.00 (full term). For further information, please contact Lisa Hopkinson, Youth Theatre Administrator on 01623 412927 on Thursdays 9.00am – 2.00pm and Fridays 9.00am – 11.30am during term-time. Alternatively please email lhopkinson@mansfield.gov.uk WORKSHOP TO ACCOMPANY WAITING FOR GODOT Theatre of the Absurd

BELLY DANCING Thursday 10 September – Thursday 26 November (excluding 29 October and 19 November) A fun and friendly non-competitive class which is suitable for all abilities. There are 20 spaces available for each class and to qualify, a registration form must be completed. Booking opens Monday 10 August at 9.30am Time: 4.45pm-6.15pm and 6.30pm-8.30pm Tickets: £40.00 Full / £35.00 Concs. Venue: Palace Theatre, Rehearsal Room Durations: Approx 1hr 30mins Age Suitability: 18+yrs. Women only Dress: Comfortable clothing for dance. Bring a scarf to tie around hips. NBF

Tuesday 6 October Ahead of London Classic Theatre’s production of Waiting For Godot (see pg13), Christopher Neil explores through this practical workshop the main aspects of Theatre of the Absurd. Using examples from Beckett to Ionesco and how they influenced British playwrights such as Pinter and Stoppard, the participants will explore how the Absurd works. With no logical plot or conventional characterisation, how did the playwrights use certain techniques to engage the audience in their portrayal of the human condition? Early Beckett clearly drew on the music hall, the circus and the commedia dell’ arte, with such techniques as mime used to convey everyday life. But what other techniques were employed? Time: 7.00pm-9.00pm Tickets: £5.00 or Free on purchase of a ticket for Waiting For Godot Venue: Palace Theatre, Main Stage

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DANCE SCHOOLS

Expressions Academy of Performing Arts Friday 28 – Sunday 30 August Tickets: £9.00 Full / £8.00 Concs. Tickets also available from 01623 424334

Happy Feet Dance Studio Friday 2 – Sunday 4 October Tickets: £9.00 Full / £8.00 Concs. Tickets also available from 01623 653782

DanceMania Friday 9 – Saturday 10 October Tickets: £8.00 All Seats Tickets also available from 01623 460005 / 07427 015493

Christine March School of Dance Friday 6 – Saturday 7 November Tickets: £8.50 All Seats Tickets also available from 07809 776276 / 07704 818065

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION

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Tickets On Sale Please note that tickets do not necessarily go on sale at the same time that the brochure is issued. Some productions go on sale according to demand and signed contracts. Please visit www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre and refer to the online booking section.

Photographic/Audio Equipment The use of recording equipment, video recorders, photography or mobile phones is not permitted in the Theatre. Babies in the Auditorium Babies up to one year can sit on your lap for free. Children one year and older must sit on a paid for seat. 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. Booster Cushions Customers may bring their own booster cushions or car seats with permission from the Front of House Manager. These must be removed in the event of an evacuation. Under 14s Unaccompanied under 14s will not be permitted into the auditorium.

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Wheelchair Spaces We have up to seven spaces on a first come, first T with companion seats available next to most of these served basis spaces. Please specify at the time of booking.

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Disabled Parking Designated parking is currently available on Toothill Lane and in Toothill Road car parks and in Toothill Lane itself. T Signed Performances Available for Aladdin on Friday 11 December @ 7.00pm and Saturday 12 December @ 2.30pm. 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.

Booking Fee Please note, a booking fee of 2.5% will be charged on all professional productions. This fee does not apply to amateur companies and educational work. There are booking fees applicable at the Box Office and online. Please refer to page 3 for full details. 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 65p 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

Newark TIC: 01636 655765 Southwell A J Beckett’s: 01636 812291

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A LARGE PRINT VERSION OF THIS BROCHURE IS AVAILABLE. Mansfield Palace Theatre reserves the right to vary the programme if deemed necessary and apologises for any inconvenience this may cause. All Information correct at the time of going to print (August 2015).

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DIARY August Friday 28 - Sunday 30

Expressions Academy of Performing Arts

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September Saturday 5

Twisted Techniques Dance Company

Monday 7 September - Monday 9 November

Exercise Through Dance

Thursday 10 September - Belly Dancing Thursday 26 November Tuesday 8 - Saturday 12 Friday 18 - Saturday 19 Sunday 20 Tuesday 22 - Wednesday 23 Thursday 24

Sunday 25

Festival of Remembrance

Wednesday 28

Tree Fu Tom Live

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Thursday 29

Gulliver - Big Telly Theatre Company

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Friday 30

Talon - The Best of the Eagles

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Saturday 31

The Blues Brothers Experience

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November

The Invention of Baked Beans - Detail Dance Company pg7

Sunday 1

Sleeping Beauty - Moscow Ballet La Classique

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Bad Girls - The Musical – Inspirations Theatre Co.

Tuesday 3

Emma - Hotbuckle Productions

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The Great American Songbook - Masque Productions pg8

Friday 6 - Saturday 7

Christine March School of Dance

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Don’t Rain on my Parade - Clare Sales School of Dance pg8

Tuesday 10 - Saturday 14

A White Christmas - Masque Productions

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Austen’s Women - Dyad Productions

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Sunday 15 - Tuesday 17

Into the Woods - New Youth Theatre

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Neil Sands’ Christmas Memories

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Friday 25

Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise

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Wednesday 18

Saturday 26

Dave Spikey - Punchlines

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Wednesday 18

Galliarda

Sunday 27

Blidworth Brass Band and Mansfield & District Male Voice Choir - Thank You for the Music 2

Thursday 19

Circus of Horrors - Welcome to the Carnevil

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Friday 20

Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison and Friends

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Saturday 28 Nov - Sunday 3 Jan

Aladdin

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October

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Happy Feet Dance Studio

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December

Anita Harris - My Life in Showbusiness

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Sunday 13

Cantamus Girls Choir

Friday 9 - Saturday 10

Dancemania

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Saturday 19

Christmas Storytelling

Mozartissimo

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Psychic Sally on the Road

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Wednesday 14

Miss Nightingale - The Musical

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Thursday 15

The Irish House Party

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Friday 16

The Drifters Rebranded Tour

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Saturday 17

The Bee Gees Story - Nights on Broadway

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Tuesday 20

Waiting for Godot - London Classic Theatre

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Thursday 22

All the Little Lights - Fifth Word Theatre

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Thursday 22

Du port d’Amsterdam au ciel de Paris

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Friday 23

Mercury - Queen - The Legend Lives On

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Saturday 24

One Night of Elvis starring Lee Memphis King

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