FFN leaflet 2014

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Mon 21st July – Mon 25th August Mon at 2.30pm, Tues & Weds at 11.30am & 2.30pm, Thurs at 10am

Tues 12th – Sat 23rd August (Upper Circle) Tues -Sat eves 7.30pm, Thurs & Sat 2.30pm Weds 13th & Tues 19th at 2.30pm

The Pajama Game

War Horse Prom

Shaftesbury Theatre

STOMP

The Phantom of the Opera

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The 39 Steps

Criterion Theatre

Palace Theatre

Age: 5+ 1 hr 45 mins

Age: 12+ 2 hrs 20 mins

The Commitments is the story of Jimmy Rabbitte, a young working class music fan, who shapes an unlikely bunch of amateur musicians and friends into an amazing live act, the finest soul band Dublin has ever produced.

Tues 22nd July –Sun 24th August Tues, Weds & Thurs at 7.30pm and Sun at 2.30pm

Her Majesty’s Theatre

Age: 7+ 2hrs 30mins

Now in its 28th record-breaking year, this multi-award winning musical continues to captivate audiences. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s mesmerising score along with jaw-dropping scenery and breathtaking special effects, magically combine to bring this tragic love story to life each night.

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue

Royal Albert Hall

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Age: 3+ 55 mins

Come along to the BBC Proms for a concert inspired by the National Theatre’s play War Horse, based on Michael Morpurgo’s novel. Featuring life-size War Horse puppets, the BBC Concert Orchestra, Gareth Malone and the Proms Military Wives Choir.

Sun 3rd August at 4.30pm (Front Circle)

Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len have a plan to steal the farmer’s fine prize cow, but the Ladybird has a plan of her own! Join the woolly sheep, the hairy hog, the fat red hen & the dainty dog in this brand new stage adaptation. With live music, songs, puppetry, audience participation & lots of fun for the whole family!

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Age: 7+ 2 hrs 45 mins

Join Sophie and the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show, based obn Judith Kerr’s modern class, packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos!

Packed with thrilling technical wizardry, dazzling costumes, an ingenious and witty story and show-stopping songs, Wicked is an unforgettable experience that is not to be missed!

24th July – 10th August Tues –Fri at 11am, Sat & Sun at 10am & 12pm, Fri 1st, Weds 6th, Thurs 7th & Fri 8th August at 2pm

21st July –25th August Monday -Thursday eves 7.30pm Wednesday matinees at 2.30pm

Thriller Live

Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue

Age: 5+ 2 hrs 20 mins

Now in its 6th fantastic year in London’s West End and a true global smash-hit celebrating the career of the undisputed King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

Over two hours of non-stop hit songs including I Want You Back, I’ll Be There, Thriller and many more.

22nd July – 24th August Tues –Thurs at 7.30pm, Sundays at 3.30pm

family to a special free workshops before the matinee. Choose from:

STOMP Thursday 24th July Workshop at 11.30am & Show at 3.00pm Mousetrap Workshop Space (33 Shaftesbury Ave, London, W1D 7EH)

Age: 3+ 55 hr

Cadogan Hall

Apollo Victoria Theatre

Make it a day to remember! To enrich the theatre experience, bring your

War Horse Proms Sunday 3rd August Workshop at 11.00am - 1.00pm & Show at 4.30pm Royal College of Music (Prince Consort Road, London, SW7 2BS)

Wicked

What the Ladybird Heard

Wicked

Shows with Family Workshops

Age: 8+ 1 hrs 30 mins

Thurs 24th July – 10th August Tues - Sun at 11am and Sat & Sun at 2pm

Monday 21st July – Monday 25th August Mon – Thurs at 7.30pm and Thurs at 2.30pm

Take a daring leap into the world of espionage, high drama and rip-roaring comedy with The 39 Steps. The wonderfully inventive show is a brilliant stage recreation of Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller and features just four fearless actors playing 139 roles in 100 minutes of fast-paced fun and thrilling action.

The Commitments

Age: 8+ 2 hrs 45 mins

In 1950s America, love is in the air at the Sleep-Tite Pajama Factory as handsome new Superintendent Sid Sorokin falls head-over-heels for feisty Union rep Babe Williams. Sparks fly when the employees are refused a raise, leaving Sid and Babe deliciously at odds as the temperature rises in this buoyantly blissful blend of romance, comedy and memorable songs and dance.

Mon 21st July – Mon 25th August Mon – Sat at 7.30pm, Weds & Sat at 3pm

Mon 21st July – Mon 25th August Mon - Fri 8pm & Weds at 3pm

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Packed full of Irving Berlin’s greatest hits including, Cheek to Cheek, Top Hat, White Tie & Tails, Let’s Face the Music & Dance and Puttin’ on the Ritz, Top Hat tells the story of Broadway sensation Jerry Travers who dances his way across Europe to win the heart of society girl Dale Tremont.

Sat 26th July at 10am, 1pm & 4pm & Sun 27th July at 10am, 1pm & 4pm Age: 8+ 1 hr 40 mins

New Wimbledon Theatre

Come and join the fun with this intriguing story that fuels the imagination and touches the heart. The story of one little girl and her larger-than-life friend is set to get very messy indeed! The Elephantom is a wonderfully inventive mix of puppetry, movement, dance, music – and theatrical ingenuity.

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Mon 21st - 28th July Mon, Thursday, Friday at 8pm Thurs, Sat & Sun matinee at 3pm and Sun at 6pm

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The nursery roof is leaking and Peppa & her friends need to fix it! As they set up a fete to raise the money for repairs, they’ll need your help to make sure everything runs smoothly. Join Peppa & friends as they have fun putting up bunting, running stalls and organising a great day out. With super cute puppets and brilliant sing-a-long songs, this brand new show will brighten your day.’

Stomp is a unique combination of theatre, dance, comedy and percussion: eight performers use boots, bins, brooms and everything including the kitchen sink to create ‘Pure Stage Magic’.

Please make payable to Mousetrap Theatre Projects

Please make payable to Mousetrap Theatre Projects

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New Wimbledon Theatre

Ambassadors Theatre

Please check with your post office on its refund policy in the event that your application is lost in the post or if we cannot allocate you tickets.

Please remember to keep your receipt safe.

Age: 2+ 1 hr 30 mins

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Is this the first time you and your family have visited a London theatre as a family group?

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Peppa Pig’s Big Splash

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Made a note of your 3 choices (show, date, time, etc)?

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Enclosed an A5 first-class stamped, self-addressed-envelope?

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Mon 21st July - Mon 25th August Mon – Thurs eves 7.30pm

New London Theatre

Age: 8+ 2 hrs 30 mins

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Fully completed the application, including your email address?

Top Hat

Age: 3+ 70 mins

Wednesday 6th August Workshop at 11.30am - 1.00pm & Show at 2.30pm Studio at St. James Theatre (12 Palace Street, London, SW1E 5JA) Photo: Jane Hobson

When an Irish busker and a Czech girl meet through a shared love of music, their songwriting sparks a deep connection and a tender, longing romance that neither of them could have expected. An exhilarating love story that refuses to play by the rules.

The Elephantom

Image: © BBC/Robert Viglasky

Phoenix Theatre

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Age: 13+ 2 hrs 25 mins

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Once

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Barmy Britain Wednesday 13th August Exclusive Tour of the Tudor Rooms at the National Portrait Gallery at 11.30am, Show at 2.00pm & Workshop at 3.30pm - 5.00pm Mousetrap Workshop Space (33 Shaftesbury Ave, London, W1D 7EH)

Mousetrap Theatre Projects enables young people to access and engage with the best of London’s theatre.

Family First Nights is one of its core access programmes.

Registered charity no. 1053434

We are most grateful to the Society of London Theatre, The Colwinston Charitable Trust and The Dorset Foundation for their generous funding of Family First Nights and to the producers of the participating productions for their valued support.

Monday 21st July – Monday 25th August 2014

Bring your family to the theatre for just £5 a ticket!

With all good wishes,

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Family First Nights Mousetrap Theatre Projects 33 Shaftesbury Avenue London W1D 7EH

PS: HURRY! Tickets are limited and all applications MUST be received by Friday, 11th July 2014.

elaine@mousetrap.org.uk ffn.admin@mousetrap.org.uk

Hetty Feather

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Claire Freedman and Ben Cort 2007

Age: 3+ 55 mins

Mon 21st & Tues 22nd July at 11am Tues 5th, Weds 6th, Thurs 7th, Tues 19th, Weds 20th & Thurs 21st August at 11am

CBeebies Prom Royal Albert Hall

Age: 2-6 yrs 50 mins

At least half the group must consist of young people between the ages of 3 – 17.

Please check the age recommendations of shows before booking.

Sat 26th July at 11.00am

Children under 3 will not be admitted to most London theatres, unless stated.

Tickets are strictly limited. We cannot guarantee your first choice, but we’ll do our best.

Ghost Stories

Age: 15+ 90 mins

Once tickets are confirmed, they cannot be exchanged or refunded.

Arts Theatre

Cheques may take several weeks to process. Please ensure there are sufficient funds in your bank account.

Ghost Stories mixes the very best of theatre with the buzz of a thrill ride delivering something truly unique. This show will make you laugh and scream in equal measure. (Please be advised Ghost Stories contains moments of extreme shock and tension)

We cannot be held responsible for letters or cheques that are lost in the post.

Tel: 020 7240 6606 www.mousetrap.org.uk

Aliens Love Underpants

Take a journey through London and explore the sounds of the orchestra at the first ever CBeebies Prom, featuring the BBC Philharmonic and some of your favourite CBeebies characters from shows such as Mr Bloom, Swashbuckle, Show Me, Show Me and Robert the Robot. Suitable for all the family.

A family can only submit one application.

Susan Whiddington Director, Mousetrap Theatre Projects

Tues 12th – Fri 15th & Sun 17th August at 4pm & Sat 16th August at 2pm

This zany, hilarious tale based on the best-selling children’s book is wonderfully brought to life on stage. With stunning effects, madcap action, original music and crazy aliens, this fresh and funny production will delight the whole family.

You cannot apply if you have taken part in Family First Nights before. We check all applications against our database of previous bookers.

Mousetrap Theatre Projects 33 Shaftesbury Avenue London W1D 7EH

Weds 23rd July at 11am & 2pm, Fri 25th July at 11am, Sat 26th July at 11am & Sun 27th July at 2pm

Leicester Square Theatre

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Shows can close at short notice and in this event we will offer you an alternative.

Places on the Family Workshiops (W) must be obtained as part of a ‘show & activtiy package’, places are subject to availablilty and age restrictions may apply.

Tues 22nd July – Fri 15th August Tues – Fri at 8pm

ZooNation’s Groove On Down The Road Queen Eliza beth Hall, Southbank Centre

Make a note of your application here: Show 1st choice:

Date:

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Show 2nd choice:

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Show 3rd choice:

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Remember: If you haven’t heard from us one week before the first performance you’ve requested,

you MUST call us between 2.00pm - 5.00pm on 020 7240 6606.

Handmade Tales tells six original children’s stories, with live music, some household items, and a lot of creativity. We ask you to embrace the power of your imagination, exploring a land of lost things & magical kingdoms, and children with extraordinary powers.

Age: 8+ 75 mins

Photo credit: Donald Cooper

You will recieve a telephone call confirming your theatre visit details at least a day before your visit

33 Shaftesbury Avenue London W1D 7EH

FFN photos: Alex Rumford

I do hope you and your family will take part in Family First Nights - and enjoy a special chance to see outstanding theatre this summer.

If successful, you will recieve a confirmation letter and a questionnaire two weeks before your theatre visit.

Please remember to send your application form and payment together with an A5, large, first-class stamped and self-addressed business envelope to:

Mousetrap Theatre Projects works in partnership with over 500 social service agencies, charities, community organisations, housing associations and supplementary schools whose representatives identify families they think will enjoy this opportunity. Only families who are contacted by one of our partners can participate.

Miss Amelia Buttersnap is an expert on fairies but she has never even seen one! She needs to photograph one for her book but how? With the help of an assortment of gadgets and her wise cat she finds herself in fairyland where all is not well. This is an exciting show full of comedy, magic and shadow puppetry.

Photo: Jane Hobson

Mousetrap Theatre Projects wishes to invite you and your family to take part in Family First Nights this summer. You can enjoy one of 29 exciting theatre productions across London with all tickets just £5. Families can include parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, guardians and carers, but half the group MUST include young people between the ages of 3 and 17.

London Wonderground, Southbank

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Dear Family,

Little Angel Theatre

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Monday 21st July – Monday 25th August 2014

Handmade Tales

Age: 5+ 1 hour

Age: 7+ 2 hrs 15 mins

Vaudeville Theatre

Join Hetty on her escape from the Foundling Hospital. Tremble as she faces Matron Stinking Bottomly...Quake as she braves the scary streets of Victorian London and cheer as she overcomes all to find a true family of her own.

Weds 6th, Sat 9th, Sat 16th, Sat 23rd at 2pm & 7pm Fri 8th, Thurs 14th, Fri 15th, Tues 19th, Thurs 21st, Fri 22nd August at 2pm Weds 13th & 20th August at 4pm Sun 10th, 17th & 24th August at 1.30pm & 5.30pm

Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain Part 2 W

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Booking Procedure completed application form, payment and pre-paid self-addressed1 Send envelope to Mousetrap Theatre Projects by Friday, 11th July.

Take your family to the best of London theatre for just £5 a ticket.

To take part in this year’s programme, please complete the application form in this leaflet and post it to us. We will book the theatre tickets for you and send you a letter confirming all the details. It couldn’t be easier! If you have any problems completing the application, please get in touch with the organisation that gave you the application so they can help.

A Real Fairy Story

Age: 3+ 50 mins

Les Misérables Queen’s Theatre

Application Form Age: 5+ 2 hrs 50 mins

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and

Please complete clearly in block capitals. Items with an * MUST be filled in to process your application. DEADLINE: Friday, 11th July 2014 Name 1 (Main Contact)* Address*

redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit.

Borough*

Mon 21st July - Mon 25th Aug Mon - Thurs at 7.30pm and Weds at 2.30pm

Postcode*

Let It Be

Garrick Theatre

Contact number* Age: 7+ 2 hrs 15 mins

Relive The Beatles ’ meteoric rise from their humble beginnings in Liverpool’s Cavern Club, through the heights of Beatlemania, to their later studio masterpieces.

Email*

PRICE: ALL TICKETS ARE £5

A family can only submit one application Please state how many tickets you would like (max. 6 per family): _______ tickets at £5 each = £______

Who will you bring with you to the theatre?

Name 2

Mon 21st July – Sun 17th August Mon –Fri at 7.30pm, Sat at 3pm & Sun at 3.30pm & 7.30pm

Name 5

Relationship

Let The Right One In

We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead!

So prepare yourselves for on stage with some of the best loved characters from Britain’s barmy past – battling Boudicca, evil Elizabeth I, Burke and Hare and of course Queen Victoria! Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in!

Tues 5th, Weds 6th, Thurs 7th, Tues 12th, Weds 13th, Thurs 14th, Tues 19th, & Weds 20th August at 2pm

Oskar is a bullied lonely teenage boy living with his mother in a housing estate and Eli is the young girl who has just moved in next door - the two become devoted friends. What Oskar doesn’t know is that Eli has been a teenager for a very long time… (Some strong language and graphic scenes)

Relationship

Mon 21st July- Mon 25th August Mon - Thurs at 7.45pm and Thurs at 3.00pm

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I Believe In Unicorns

Monski Mouse Baby Disco Dance Hall

by Michael Morpurgo

Vaudeville Theatre

Age: 6+ 1 hr

Apollo Theatre

Age: 5+ 57 mins

London Wonderground, Southbank

Age: 0-5 45 mins

This intimate show is set in a library full of books that hold more than stories within their pages. It is a tale of the power of books, and the bravery of a young boy called Tomas who hates reading and school, but his world is turned upside down the day he meets the Unicorn Lady in his local library…

DJ Monski Mouse brings high energy smiling to the Wonderground with her hit parents’ and children’s dance event for under 5’s. Monski and her team will have heads and shoulders, knees and toes bopping along to retro dance tracks, pop favourites and funky nursery rhymes.

Thurs 21st August at 11am & 7pm, Fri 22nd August at 11am & 7pm, Mon 25th August 11am, 2pm, 7pm

Sun 27th July, Sun 10th & Sun 24th August at 3pm

Jersey Boys Picadilly Theatre

Moominsummer Madness

Age: 12+ 2 hrs 30 mins

Follow the yellow brick road and experience a uniquely hip hop dance journey as Dorothy, in her ruby sneakers, is joined by the best loved characters of Toto, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion. The gang embarks on its quest to find happiness and family in a fantastical and allegorical urban world. But will the yellow bricks lead them where they want to go?

Jersey Boys is the electrifying true life story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons; the Mob, the heartaches, the triumph and the music. Discover the incredible sound of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons whose hits defined the musical identity of a nation. (Contains strong language)

Weds 6th & Sun 10th August at 2pm & Weds 13th August at 7pm

Tues 22nd - 30th July Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 7.30pm

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Polka Theatre

Age: 4-8 1 hr 35 mins

Meet the Moomins on a summer musical adventure! Breathtaking puppetry, live music and humour bring Tove Jansson’s much-loved Moomins to life on stage. When a huge flood sweeps through Moominvalley, the Moomins find an exciting new home... a floating theatre!

Tues 22nd July 2.30pm, Weds 23rd July 11am (All ages welcome) & 2.30pm, Fri 25th July 11am (All ages welcome) & 2.30pm NB: If you have children under 4 you must attend an All Ages Welcome Performance

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Garrick Theatre

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Name 3 Age: 13+ 2 hrs 15 mins

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Please read the following very carefully before applying.

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Booking Information

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Does your group have any access requirements? (e.g. wheelchair needs) Tickets can only be used by those named on this form. Theatres may ask for proof of identification.

You can attend ONE show, but must give 3 choices of show and give DIFFERENT dates. If only one show is of interest, please specify 3 different dates as you may not recieve your first choice.

Show 1st choice:

Date:

Time:

Show 2nd choice:

Date:

Time:

Show 3rd choice:

Date:

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I confirm that I/the family that I am applying for are AVAILABLE on all 3 of the requested dates. Tickets cannot be exchanged, amended or refunded.

To be eligible for tickets, you must tell us the name of the social service agency, community organisation, charity, supplementary school or housing association that gave you this leaflet.

Organisation: Worker’s name:

ID no (if known): Worker’s Contact No:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, 11TH JULY 2014 Please send your application form and cheque together with an A5, 1st Class stamped, self-addressed business envelope to: Family First Nights, Mousetrap Theatre Projects, 33 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, W1D 7EH Payment by cheque or postal order must be made payable to Mousetrap Theatre Projects.

Tick here if you do NOT wish to receive further family theatre offers from Mousetrap Theatre Projects and/or other theatre organisations.