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THE WICKED LADY RIDES IN!

John Godber and the Bouncers phenomenon

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Plays 14 The Wicked Lady 16 Carry On Uncle Eric 18 How the Other Half Loves

20 The Daughter-in-Law 22 Bouncers 24 The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

33 Uncle Eric s Winter Wonderland

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One Nighters 28 28 29 29 29 30 30 31 31 32

Snake Davis

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Ian Siegal

Events

42 Cropper / Welsh / Roscoe 42 Black Umfolosi 42 The Boat Band 42 International Guitar Night 42 Georgie Fame 47 Koshka

Rich Hall Mosaik Terry Lightfoot and his Jazzmen Waterson Carthy The Froncysyllte Choir Pasadena Roof Orchestra Spiers and Boden Empirical

Tale Trail to Narnia Monkey Music Exhibitions 10 Charity Art Auction Craft Fair Open Day

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Features 6 Club Class 10 Welsh Rarebits 36 The Power of 10 48 The Questionnaire

Community 40 41 43 44 45

New Vic Borderlines diary

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26 Ticket packages New Vic Education diary 43 Food & drink / Shop Be a New Vic Volunteer 46 Click with the New Vic! Under 26s Go Free 49 Booking / Access New Vic Friends 50 Ticket prices 50 Calendar 52 How to get here

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Plays 14 The Wicked Lady 16 Carry On Uncle Eric 18 How the Other Half Loves

20 The Daughter-in-Law 22 Bouncers 24 The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

33 Uncle Eric s Winter Wonderland

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One Nighters 28 28 29 29 29 30 30 31 31 32

Snake Davis

32 34 34 34 35 35

Ian Siegal

Events

42 Cropper / Welsh / Roscoe 42 Black Umfolosi 42 The Boat Band 42 International Guitar Night 42 Georgie Fame 47 Koshka

Rich Hall Mosaik Terry Lightfoot and his Jazzmen Waterson Carthy The Froncysyllte Choir Pasadena Roof Orchestra Spiers and Boden Empirical

Tale Trail to Narnia Monkey Music Exhibitions 10 Charity Art Auction Craft Fair Open Day

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Features 6 Club Class 10 Welsh Rarebits 36 The Power of 10 48 The Questionnaire

Community 40 41 43 44 45

New Vic Borderlines diary

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26 Ticket packages New Vic Education diary 43 Food & drink / Shop Be a New Vic Volunteer 46 Click with the New Vic! Under 26s Go Free 49 Booking / Access New Vic Friends 50 Ticket prices 50 Calendar 52 How to get here

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Enjoy our harvest of ‘homegrown’ produce

From the Artistic Director

Welcome With the notable exception of a few companies with whom we have a long term love-affair, the majority of the work we produce on the New Vic stage is home grown. More and more companies rely on touring product, much of which has originated in London or is being road-tested in the regions before going on to the metropolis. Our rare, in-the-round auditorium means that most of the work we present has been created with only the New Vic s space and audience in mind, so were a very busy producing theatre, proud to label our work, Made in Staffordshire .

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the next, and, with the exception of a brief break over the summer when we squeeze in staff holidays and essential maintenance, we re constantly busy.

One production that s with us for longer than others, though, is our Christmas show. This year it s The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. We started work on it in last winter; spent spring designing and planning it; summer and autumn making it. By the time it arrives on stage it will have undergone a full year s development, and that indicates just what an extraordinary production it s going to be, packed with imaginative ideas, thrilling spectacle, and a story that will appeal to the whole family.

I ll be turning my thoughts to it as soon

as I surface from The Wicked Lady, which provides an equally sensational start to this season. A racy adventure with action sequences taking place in mid-air, it promises to be quite an experience.

The Stephen Joseph Theatre — one of those companies with whom we have an enduring romance — is now under the directorship of Chris Monks, whose work has been seducing New Vic audiences for many years. He s working closely with Sir Alan Ayckbourn, whose own production of How the Other Half Loves will visit us in September.

Although better know as a novelist, D H Lawrence also wrote a few plays. The Daughter-in-Law sparkles with the brilliance you d expect of one of the

countrys greatest writers. Set in a mining community at the start of the last century, I feel sure it will resonate in our region.

Bouncers steps in to the round for a special treat: a full run of our own production of this perennial favourite to liven up the dark nights.

There s a programme of concerts and other one-night events, and this year we have a special occasion, too, as Uncle Eric and co celebrate a full decade of partying with the New Vic. Looking forward to seeing you round at the New Vic this season.

Theresa Heskins

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26/6/09

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Enjoy our harvest of ‘homegrown’ produce

From the Artistic Director

Welcome With the notable exception of a few companies with whom we have a long term love-affair, the majority of the work we produce on the New Vic stage is home grown. More and more companies rely on touring product, much of which has originated in London or is being road-tested in the regions before going on to the metropolis. Our rare, in-the-round auditorium means that most of the work we present has been created with only the New Vic s space and audience in mind, so were a very busy producing theatre, proud to label our work, Made in Staffordshire .

We invariably have a show in the rehearsal room in addition to the one on stage; our costumes, props and sets are all made in our own workshops.As each show moves on stage our focus turns to 4 | newvictheatre.org.uk

the next, and, with the exception of a brief break over the summer when we squeeze in staff holidays and essential maintenance, we re constantly busy.

One production that s with us for longer than others, though, is our Christmas show. This year it s The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. We started work on it in last winter; spent spring designing and planning it; summer and autumn making it. By the time it arrives on stage it will have undergone a full year s development, and that indicates just what an extraordinary production it s going to be, packed with imaginative ideas, thrilling spectacle, and a story that will appeal to the whole family.

I ll be turning my thoughts to it as soon

as I surface from The Wicked Lady, which provides an equally sensational start to this season. A racy adventure with action sequences taking place in mid-air, it promises to be quite an experience.

The Stephen Joseph Theatre — one of those companies with whom we have an enduring romance — is now under the directorship of Chris Monks, whose work has been seducing New Vic audiences for many years. He s working closely with Sir Alan Ayckbourn, whose own production of How the Other Half Loves will visit us in September.

Although better know as a novelist, D H Lawrence also wrote a few plays. The Daughter-in-Law sparkles with the brilliance you d expect of one of the

countrys greatest writers. Set in a mining community at the start of the last century, I feel sure it will resonate in our region.

Bouncers steps in to the round for a special treat: a full run of our own production of this perennial favourite to liven up the dark nights.

There s a programme of concerts and other one-night events, and this year we have a special occasion, too, as Uncle Eric and co celebrate a full decade of partying with the New Vic. Looking forward to seeing you round at the New Vic this season.

Theresa Heskins

Club Class

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As the New Vic revive John Godber’s classic Bouncers, we talk to the BAFTA award-winning writer about making theatre for real people and how Saturday nights will never go out of fashion…

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Chuffin eck. Listen to straight-talking Yorkshireman John Godber expound on the philosophical difference between Aristotelian drama and Brechtian theatre and it s rather like hearing your grandma swearing. By that I mean slightly unexpected. But secretly impressive.

Waxing lyrical on ‘70s German theatre practitioners in his bluff northern accent, the playwright sounds as if he were talking about Mother Courage rather than a play about binge drinking and British nightlife. But then, John Godber is not your average playwright. And Bouncers is not your run of the mill comedy.

First performed at the Edinburgh fringe in 1977, the piece is not so much a play as it is a phenomenon. Over 30 years since its inception, Godber’s study of surly northern nightlife, featuring four cross-dressing doormen and an evening at Mr Cinders nightclub, has become part of theatre history. It was and remains theatre gold dust: a sure fire hit with audiences young and old that is rarely off the stage. It is studied by GSCE, A Level and now university students and has in no small way contributed to Godber’s place as the third most performed playwright after Shakespeare and Alan Ayckbourn .

Not bad for a play that effectively combines German expressionism with a liberal smattering of Liberty X. “I’m delighted that the play has survived 30 years, but it also means that things haven’t changed a bit!” considers Godber on the enduring appeal of his play.“It’s universal because essentially the urge to drink, fight and reproduce never goes out of fashion, whether you are in a club in Stoke or Hull, or a party in London or Cambridge.”

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Bouncers 2009 — An end of an era, Bouncers was the last play to be performed at the legendary Spring Street venue (Photographer: Louise Buckby)

“But it was also written well before people knew about the concept of ‘binge drinking’, well before

‘Ladettes’. Urban night life is still as visceral and potentially dangerous as ever. So the subject matter is very much out there and on the radar.”

But it’s as much a celebration as it is a cautionary tale, as the 53 year-old playwright admits.“If you start to criticise saying ‘Oh look at these poor sods going out getting legless’ then you are condemning quite a large percentage of our population.The fact is I’ve done it, you’ve done it – my girls will probably end up doing it. It’s a period of life everyone goes through. As I say it’s universal. But there’s a warning in it too.”

“I think what perhaps makes it work for an audience is the theatricality and the flair by which this story is actually told, you know, just four guys, four handbags and two beer barrels – it is actually a very European form of theatre.”

Certainly, the play is more than a night of pubs, punch ups and primal urges. Bouncers has also been successful in exporting Godber’s ‘theatre as a contact sport’ style, and that of his theatre company, Hull Truck, all around the globe.

“At the time I wrote Bouncers I was this big, rugbyplaying drama teacher. So it was written from the

“

What perhaps makes Bouncers work is the theatricality and flair by which the story is told, you know, just four guys, four handbags and two beer barrels

Club Class

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26/6/09

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As the New Vic revive John Godber’s classic Bouncers, we talk to the BAFTA award-winning writer about making theatre for real people and how Saturday nights will never go out of fashion…

Information

Chuffin eck. Listen to straight-talking Yorkshireman John Godber expound on the philosophical difference between Aristotelian drama and Brechtian theatre and it s rather like hearing your grandma swearing. By that I mean slightly unexpected. But secretly impressive.

Waxing lyrical on ‘70s German theatre practitioners in his bluff northern accent, the playwright sounds as if he were talking about Mother Courage rather than a play about binge drinking and British nightlife. But then, John Godber is not your average playwright. And Bouncers is not your run of the mill comedy.

First performed at the Edinburgh fringe in 1977, the piece is not so much a play as it is a phenomenon. Over 30 years since its inception, Godber’s study of surly northern nightlife, featuring four cross-dressing doormen and an evening at Mr Cinders nightclub, has become part of theatre history. It was and remains theatre gold dust: a sure fire hit with audiences young and old that is rarely off the stage. It is studied by GSCE, A Level and now university students and has in no small way contributed to Godber’s place as the third most performed playwright after Shakespeare and Alan Ayckbourn .

Not bad for a play that effectively combines German expressionism with a liberal smattering of Liberty X. “I’m delighted that the play has survived 30 years, but it also means that things haven’t changed a bit!” considers Godber on the enduring appeal of his play.“It’s universal because essentially the urge to drink, fight and reproduce never goes out of fashion, whether you are in a club in Stoke or Hull, or a party in London or Cambridge.”

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Bouncers 2009 — An end of an era, Bouncers was the last play to be performed at the legendary Spring Street venue (Photographer: Louise Buckby)

“But it was also written well before people knew about the concept of ‘binge drinking’, well before

‘Ladettes’. Urban night life is still as visceral and potentially dangerous as ever. So the subject matter is very much out there and on the radar.”

But it’s as much a celebration as it is a cautionary tale, as the 53 year-old playwright admits.“If you start to criticise saying ‘Oh look at these poor sods going out getting legless’ then you are condemning quite a large percentage of our population.The fact is I’ve done it, you’ve done it – my girls will probably end up doing it. It’s a period of life everyone goes through. As I say it’s universal. But there’s a warning in it too.”

“I think what perhaps makes it work for an audience is the theatricality and the flair by which this story is actually told, you know, just four guys, four handbags and two beer barrels – it is actually a very European form of theatre.”

Certainly, the play is more than a night of pubs, punch ups and primal urges. Bouncers has also been successful in exporting Godber’s ‘theatre as a contact sport’ style, and that of his theatre company, Hull Truck, all around the globe.

“At the time I wrote Bouncers I was this big, rugbyplaying drama teacher. So it was written from the

“

What perhaps makes Bouncers work is the theatricality and flair by which the story is told, you know, just four guys, four handbags and two beer barrels

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Page 9 Creative Director John Godber (left), Operations Director Paul Marshall (middle) and Artistic Director Gareth Tudor Price (right) celebrate the opening of the new Ferensway venue (Photographer: Karl Andre)

pull in the punters. Godber makes no apologies for being a purveyor of popular theatre, even though the genre has largely been given the critical cold shoulder.

Bouncers 2001 — John Godber (left) starring in the West End production of Bouncers Photographer:Adrian Gatie

point of view of somebody who has a great affinity for theatre, someone who wants to make theatre physical, alive and from the gut,” he enthuses.

“I think that’s why Bouncers can connect with young people – they have the same kind of viscerality. At the time, I was interested in the kind of physical German theatre of the ‘70s. And with the play there’s something powerful in that physicality, in the dance of it; the play is essentially rooted in dance and mime.That seemed more alive to me than the British writing back then.

“People forget that Shakespeare was popular theatre!" laughs Godber with only the slightest hint of exasperation. “The problem is too many people want to make theatre for people who make theatre and not for real audiences. I’m not interested in that.”

“I mean I did Woyzeck in 1988 with Con O’Neill just after he’d won the Olivier Award for Blood Brothers and nobody came to see it.We got fantastic reviews but nobody was there. Even the guys from the university applauded from the warmth of their living rooms. So you need to ask: who the hell are we making theatre for?”

From left: Creative Director John Godber, Operations Director Paul Marshall and Artistic Director Gareth Tudor Price celebrate the opening of the new Ferensway venue

“With Bouncers I wanted to communicate to my friends and family that theatre wasn’t just about middle class people making smart remarks around a sofa sipping Chablis, but that it could be about other things.”

“I missed that boat and frankly now, I don’t need it,” says Godber categorically. “I’ve had three offers to write for the National Theatre and I’ve turned them all down. And why? Because I don’t think that’s my audience.

“We (Hull Truck) tour really successfully and have a great following. But there is a metropolitan sensibility that doesn’t respond to my work but that will respond to Richard’s England People Very Nice.

“Essentially, there is a North/metropolitan divide in theatre.You only need to look at the critical response to something like Calendar Girls to see that. It’s a huge success, audiences love it, but the press have been very snooty about it. Likewise, you wouldn’t dream of putting on a critically-acclaimed avantgarde play straight from The Bush or the Royal Court at our theatre in Hull – or at the New Vic, for that matter. It would close the place in a week.”

“The reason I turned down both Richard Eyre and Trevor Nunn at the National was because I didn’t know whether or not that audience would get my work. I live in Hull and try to live in the real world. I think an audience respects that.”

A 17 year Artistic Directorship, 55 plays, an Olivier Award and two BAFTAs later, Godber’s mission statement continues to reign true.With a huge following all over the UK as well as a fan base in his predominantly working-class hometown, works like Up ‘N’ Under, Shakers,Teechers and the more recent Our House have proved that theatre can be thought-provoking as well as

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I quiz Godber on fellow Yorkshireman, writer Richard Bean, who has been making recent headlines at the National Theatre with his controversial play England People Very Nice. Does he ever feel tempted to leave Hull for the bright lights and arts column headlines of the capital?

“As far as I’m concerned, it’s all about the quality of the work you do and making theatre that an audience can respond to” adds Godber. “We bring people in on one ticket, and then slap ‘em round the face on another. If you advertise Bouncers as an evening of poetry and mime, nobody would come.

But essentially that’s what it is.”

Photographer: Karl Andre

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“Richard Bean is a fantastic writer but that sort of well-made play – about real people in real rooms pretending to be real when everyone knows it’s not real – is a million and one miles away from Bouncers.

It’s a piece of popular drama but it can still pull a rug from under the world of the well-made play and say ‘we all know it’s not real but we know what’s happening outside in the world is real’. It’s the philosophical difference between Aristotlean drama of time and place and Brechtian theatre.”

Suitably impressed, I turn to what’s on the horizon for the playwright. It seems Godber has been mulling over his National Theatre debut after all.“In terms of what I’ve got to write next then I’m still making my mind up. But I feel ready for a bit of controversy,” says Godber with a twinkle. “It may well be that, frankly, with all the expenses farrago I’m so p***ed off with politicians, I might write a Richard Bean play!”

Chuffin ‘eck. Politics and popular theatre? Now that’s something to galvanise Brecht and Aristotle – not to mention my gran.

Bouncers runs from Fri 16 Oct to Sat 14 Nov

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There are a lot of people who want to make theatre for people who make theatre rather than for real audiences.

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Page 9 Creative Director John Godber (left), Operations Director Paul Marshall (middle) and Artistic Director Gareth Tudor Price (right) celebrate the opening of the new Ferensway venue (Photographer: Karl Andre)

pull in the punters. Godber makes no apologies for being a purveyor of popular theatre, even though the genre has largely been given the critical cold shoulder.

Bouncers 2001 — John Godber (left) starring in the West End production of Bouncers Photographer:Adrian Gatie

point of view of somebody who has a great affinity for theatre, someone who wants to make theatre physical, alive and from the gut,” he enthuses.

“I think that’s why Bouncers can connect with young people – they have the same kind of viscerality. At the time, I was interested in the kind of physical German theatre of the ‘70s. And with the play there’s something powerful in that physicality, in the dance of it; the play is essentially rooted in dance and mime.That seemed more alive to me than the British writing back then.

“People forget that Shakespeare was popular theatre!" laughs Godber with only the slightest hint of exasperation. “The problem is too many people want to make theatre for people who make theatre and not for real audiences. I’m not interested in that.”

“I mean I did Woyzeck in 1988 with Con O’Neill just after he’d won the Olivier Award for Blood Brothers and nobody came to see it.We got fantastic reviews but nobody was there. Even the guys from the university applauded from the warmth of their living rooms. So you need to ask: who the hell are we making theatre for?”

From left: Creative Director John Godber, Operations Director Paul Marshall and Artistic Director Gareth Tudor Price celebrate the opening of the new Ferensway venue

“With Bouncers I wanted to communicate to my friends and family that theatre wasn’t just about middle class people making smart remarks around a sofa sipping Chablis, but that it could be about other things.”

“I missed that boat and frankly now, I don’t need it,” says Godber categorically. “I’ve had three offers to write for the National Theatre and I’ve turned them all down. And why? Because I don’t think that’s my audience.

“We (Hull Truck) tour really successfully and have a great following. But there is a metropolitan sensibility that doesn’t respond to my work but that will respond to Richard’s England People Very Nice.

“Essentially, there is a North/metropolitan divide in theatre.You only need to look at the critical response to something like Calendar Girls to see that. It’s a huge success, audiences love it, but the press have been very snooty about it. Likewise, you wouldn’t dream of putting on a critically-acclaimed avantgarde play straight from The Bush or the Royal Court at our theatre in Hull – or at the New Vic, for that matter. It would close the place in a week.”

“The reason I turned down both Richard Eyre and Trevor Nunn at the National was because I didn’t know whether or not that audience would get my work. I live in Hull and try to live in the real world. I think an audience respects that.”

A 17 year Artistic Directorship, 55 plays, an Olivier Award and two BAFTAs later, Godber’s mission statement continues to reign true.With a huge following all over the UK as well as a fan base in his predominantly working-class hometown, works like Up ‘N’ Under, Shakers,Teechers and the more recent Our House have proved that theatre can be thought-provoking as well as

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I quiz Godber on fellow Yorkshireman, writer Richard Bean, who has been making recent headlines at the National Theatre with his controversial play England People Very Nice. Does he ever feel tempted to leave Hull for the bright lights and arts column headlines of the capital?

“As far as I’m concerned, it’s all about the quality of the work you do and making theatre that an audience can respond to” adds Godber. “We bring people in on one ticket, and then slap ‘em round the face on another. If you advertise Bouncers as an evening of poetry and mime, nobody would come.

But essentially that’s what it is.”

Photographer: Karl Andre

feature

“Richard Bean is a fantastic writer but that sort of well-made play – about real people in real rooms pretending to be real when everyone knows it’s not real – is a million and one miles away from Bouncers.

It’s a piece of popular drama but it can still pull a rug from under the world of the well-made play and say ‘we all know it’s not real but we know what’s happening outside in the world is real’. It’s the philosophical difference between Aristotlean drama of time and place and Brechtian theatre.”

Suitably impressed, I turn to what’s on the horizon for the playwright. It seems Godber has been mulling over his National Theatre debut after all.“In terms of what I’ve got to write next then I’m still making my mind up. But I feel ready for a bit of controversy,” says Godber with a twinkle. “It may well be that, frankly, with all the expenses farrago I’m so p***ed off with politicians, I might write a Richard Bean play!”

Chuffin ‘eck. Politics and popular theatre? Now that’s something to galvanise Brecht and Aristotle – not to mention my gran.

Bouncers runs from Fri 16 Oct to Sat 14 Nov

“

There are a lot of people who want to make theatre for people who make theatre rather than for real audiences.

Welsh

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With a collective age of 3984,The Froncysyllte Male Voice Choir is not your typical boy band.

Ahead of their annual New Vic visit, we talk to Chairman Dave Jones about their extraordinary rise to fame, and how a bit of nude modelling and botched gardening is helping keep their feet on the gro u n d You may have a platinum-selling album, shared a stage with Sting and have a Hollywood movie in the pipeline, but it seems even chart-topping pop stars know the sweaty-palmed trepidation of upsetting the missus.“I daren’t tell my wife!” grins Fron Chairman Dave Jones, who comes to our interview fresh from the scene of his latest DIY disaster.“I’ve been doing a bit of hedge cutting in the garden and have managed to cut through the cable! I’ve got a lad who’s handy with the tools looking at it now, but Mrs Jones will know I’m telling fibs when she gets home!”

Delightfully philosophical about his brush with a high-voltage death, Dave is a fine ambassador for

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the kind of twinkly-eyed Welsh charm that has seen the good-natured singers effortlessly Pedalo through the shark-infested waters of the music industry. But then, classical superstars don’t come more unaffected than The Fron.

Hailing from the tiny town of Froncysyllte in the beautiful Vale of Llangollen in North Wales, the male voice choir was spotted at a wedding by Daniel Glatman, the former manager of boy band Blue. Subsequently signed by music giant Universal, their debut Voices of the Valley became the fastest-selling classical album in music history.

Gold and platinum disks followed, with a nationwide tour and even a stint on Parky.

“Its amazing really”, chuckles the 60 year-old Welshman, still clearly bemused by their success.“I remember we were going down to do the Parkinson Christmas Special with Katherine Jenkins when I got the call telling us our album had gone gold. It topped the charts for 14 weeks! On the back of that we got

“The past four years have been a bit crackers - we’re like starry-eyed teenagers!”

a nationwide tour and a Classic BRIT nomination.

We lost out to Paul McCartney in the end,” he sighs, “– but I’m just name-dropping now!”

By 2007 the choir had gone global, with tours all over Europe and CD signings in Australia.The Fron’s big-hearted Chairman flushes as he details the choir’s surreal achievements: sharing the stage with Sting; appearing on BBC Breakfast and Songs of Praise; starring at the Albert Hall. And then there’s the nude calendar…

“Now that was a bit of fun,” admits Dave gleefully of the WI-inspired charity calendar that saw game choristers reveal their Welsh barebits for a good cause. Dave was Mr February:“They wanted people with interesting jobs, and as a Prison Officer they were keen for me to do it. Except the prison where I work was too busy to do the picture, so we ended up posing at a museum in North Wales where I knew a chap on the local council.

“We were introduced to Geoff the caretaker, who showed us round and said he’d be back later. So I’m there in all my glory wearing just a hat, when poor old Geoff walks in on us and gets the shock of his life! Clearly no-one had told him what the shoot was about.The cameraman and the rest of the crew were crying with laughter! Bless him. I made sure I gave him a copy of the calendar when it came out, which hopefully set him straight.”

Refreshingly, the glitz and glamour of the choir’s new world remains moderated by this brand of leisurely mirth.Thankfully, there is no Susan Boylestyle make over or boy band reinvention for these mature gents, who continue to mingle amongst the stars armed with a pint of Titanic and a packet of Big D nuts.The choir remains a cornerstone of its close-knit town and a family affair, with generations of fathers and sons and personal stories stretching through its history.

“My father was a member” recalls Dave, a tenor

Welsh

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rarebits

With a collective age of 3984,The Froncysyllte Male Voice Choir is not your typical boy band.

Ahead of their annual New Vic visit, we talk to Chairman Dave Jones about their extraordinary rise to fame, and how a bit of nude modelling and botched gardening is helping keep their feet on the gro u n d You may have a platinum-selling album, shared a stage with Sting and have a Hollywood movie in the pipeline, but it seems even chart-topping pop stars know the sweaty-palmed trepidation of upsetting the missus.“I daren’t tell my wife!” grins Fron Chairman Dave Jones, who comes to our interview fresh from the scene of his latest DIY disaster.“I’ve been doing a bit of hedge cutting in the garden and have managed to cut through the cable! I’ve got a lad who’s handy with the tools looking at it now, but Mrs Jones will know I’m telling fibs when she gets home!”

Delightfully philosophical about his brush with a high-voltage death, Dave is a fine ambassador for

10 | newvictheatre.org.uk

the kind of twinkly-eyed Welsh charm that has seen the good-natured singers effortlessly Pedalo through the shark-infested waters of the music industry. But then, classical superstars don’t come more unaffected than The Fron.

Hailing from the tiny town of Froncysyllte in the beautiful Vale of Llangollen in North Wales, the male voice choir was spotted at a wedding by Daniel Glatman, the former manager of boy band Blue. Subsequently signed by music giant Universal, their debut Voices of the Valley became the fastest-selling classical album in music history.

Gold and platinum disks followed, with a nationwide tour and even a stint on Parky.

“Its amazing really”, chuckles the 60 year-old Welshman, still clearly bemused by their success.“I remember we were going down to do the Parkinson Christmas Special with Katherine Jenkins when I got the call telling us our album had gone gold. It topped the charts for 14 weeks! On the back of that we got

“The past four years have been a bit crackers - we’re like starry-eyed teenagers!”

a nationwide tour and a Classic BRIT nomination.

We lost out to Paul McCartney in the end,” he sighs, “– but I’m just name-dropping now!”

By 2007 the choir had gone global, with tours all over Europe and CD signings in Australia.The Fron’s big-hearted Chairman flushes as he details the choir’s surreal achievements: sharing the stage with Sting; appearing on BBC Breakfast and Songs of Praise; starring at the Albert Hall. And then there’s the nude calendar…

“Now that was a bit of fun,” admits Dave gleefully of the WI-inspired charity calendar that saw game choristers reveal their Welsh barebits for a good cause. Dave was Mr February:“They wanted people with interesting jobs, and as a Prison Officer they were keen for me to do it. Except the prison where I work was too busy to do the picture, so we ended up posing at a museum in North Wales where I knew a chap on the local council.

“We were introduced to Geoff the caretaker, who showed us round and said he’d be back later. So I’m there in all my glory wearing just a hat, when poor old Geoff walks in on us and gets the shock of his life! Clearly no-one had told him what the shoot was about.The cameraman and the rest of the crew were crying with laughter! Bless him. I made sure I gave him a copy of the calendar when it came out, which hopefully set him straight.”

Refreshingly, the glitz and glamour of the choir’s new world remains moderated by this brand of leisurely mirth.Thankfully, there is no Susan Boylestyle make over or boy band reinvention for these mature gents, who continue to mingle amongst the stars armed with a pint of Titanic and a packet of Big D nuts.The choir remains a cornerstone of its close-knit town and a family affair, with generations of fathers and sons and personal stories stretching through its history.

“My father was a member” recalls Dave, a tenor

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with Lesley Garret have a charity ‘do’ for the Welsh Caravan club.

“We would never, ever leave out the New Vic, for lots of reasons” says Dave emphatically.“We’ve been coming for so long now it’s a wonderful, warm place to perform. And every year we come, it’s like an evening with friends.We walk on stage and we’re on nodding acquaintance with members of the audience from previous years! Of course, with it being Christmas we always put a few carols in there. It just has such a lovely, intimate flavour to it. Personally speaking, if it’s not my favourite venue then it’s definitely in my top two.”

in the choir for 14 years now and second generation Fron.“At the time, I was in a rock band and there was a lot of friendly banter in our house about joining. But then one night, I crept along to a rehearsal. I stood outside the room as 60 voices struck up this glorious sound.The hairs on the back of my neck stood up.To my eternal shame, I never told my dad. I’m sure he’s smiling down now saying ‘I told you so’.”

“It’s such a lovely and snug feeling in the choir,” continues Dave.“Father, sons and friends stand side by side - we have a strong connection.When you sing, it’s like having 60 arms around you.”

It’s a generosity and pride in performance that has seen the likes of Pavarotti speak of them with fondness and has spellbound audiences worldwide; not least in North Staffordshire, where Fron Mania has had a presence for over 20 years.Thankfully, despite their new found fame, the choir have no intention of abandoning the New Vic for bigger stages.The theatre-in-the-round remains a firm favourite for the choir who, for every glitzy appearance

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Of course, the Chairman’s genuine fondness for the venue couldn’t possibly have anything to do with the Fron’s celebrated penchant for a post show ‘afterglow’, which sees the 60-strong choir descend on The Sentinel Bar for an encore and accompanying libations.

“Yes, you certainly do a good pint!” admits the sparkly-eyed Welshman.“Over the years we’ve had some wonderful evenings in the bar. And the sing-song hasn’t been bad either! But joking aside, we wouldn’t swap the New Vic for the world.”

Coming from a choir who have turned down a gig with Jose Carreras at the Royal Albert Hall in order to honour a (much less showbiz) prior

commitment, Dave’s sentiment seems anything but hollow. Indeed, the New Vic is a veritable home-from-home for the choir, for whom life continues to take a surreal turn.

After teaming up with Aussie legend Rolf Harris for a version of Two Little Boys on their fourth album (“What a character! He’ll sing at the drop of a hat will Rolf…”), the choir has been performing with exPython Eric Idle for Prince Charles’ birthday bash.

Now Hollywood beckons, as plans for a movie based on The Fron’s rise to fame gather steam.

“I thought it was all dead in the water but it looks like it’s going ahead!” says Dave, with the kind of enthusiasm usually reserved for Mrs Jones’ meatballs. “A British producer called Zygi Kamasa bought the movie right’s to our story two years ago, but it sort of all went quiet.

Then Daniel phoned me the other day to tell me they have just accepted a first draft of the script, so who knows? We could be going from the Welsh Hills to the Hollywood hills pretty soon!”

reassuringly, the strains of his handy man frantically removing evidence of the mishap becoming audible in the background.“The problem is us blokes are terrible liars and you women seem to have this seventh sense. It’s an unfortunate combination!”

But even a throng of better halves with the most potent powers of divination would be hard pushed to predict the choir’s next move. Another guest appearance on Ready, Steady, Cook maybe?

Or even a rendition of Amazing Grace whilst skydiving? “The past four years have been a bit

“We have a strong connection.

When you sing, it’s like having 60 arms around you.”

Before thinking about headlines and movie scripts, however, Dave has a small matter of some broken hedge trimmers and self-preservation to deal with.

“I’m a very lucky man” laughs the Chairman

crackers” admits Dave cheerily.“We’re like a load of starry eyed teenagers really. I suppose, anything is possible.”

Anything, that is, apart from this week. For which I predict a time of intensive spring cleaning and household chores. Minus the aid of power tools.

The Froncysyllte Choir appear at The New Vic on Sat 19 December

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with Lesley Garret have a charity ‘do’ for the Welsh Caravan club.

“We would never, ever leave out the New Vic, for lots of reasons” says Dave emphatically.“We’ve been coming for so long now it’s a wonderful, warm place to perform. And every year we come, it’s like an evening with friends.We walk on stage and we’re on nodding acquaintance with members of the audience from previous years! Of course, with it being Christmas we always put a few carols in there. It just has such a lovely, intimate flavour to it. Personally speaking, if it’s not my favourite venue then it’s definitely in my top two.”

in the choir for 14 years now and second generation Fron.“At the time, I was in a rock band and there was a lot of friendly banter in our house about joining. But then one night, I crept along to a rehearsal. I stood outside the room as 60 voices struck up this glorious sound.The hairs on the back of my neck stood up.To my eternal shame, I never told my dad. I’m sure he’s smiling down now saying ‘I told you so’.”

“It’s such a lovely and snug feeling in the choir,” continues Dave.“Father, sons and friends stand side by side - we have a strong connection.When you sing, it’s like having 60 arms around you.”

It’s a generosity and pride in performance that has seen the likes of Pavarotti speak of them with fondness and has spellbound audiences worldwide; not least in North Staffordshire, where Fron Mania has had a presence for over 20 years.Thankfully, despite their new found fame, the choir have no intention of abandoning the New Vic for bigger stages.The theatre-in-the-round remains a firm favourite for the choir who, for every glitzy appearance

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Of course, the Chairman’s genuine fondness for the venue couldn’t possibly have anything to do with the Fron’s celebrated penchant for a post show ‘afterglow’, which sees the 60-strong choir descend on The Sentinel Bar for an encore and accompanying libations.

“Yes, you certainly do a good pint!” admits the sparkly-eyed Welshman.“Over the years we’ve had some wonderful evenings in the bar. And the sing-song hasn’t been bad either! But joking aside, we wouldn’t swap the New Vic for the world.”

Coming from a choir who have turned down a gig with Jose Carreras at the Royal Albert Hall in order to honour a (much less showbiz) prior

commitment, Dave’s sentiment seems anything but hollow. Indeed, the New Vic is a veritable home-from-home for the choir, for whom life continues to take a surreal turn.

After teaming up with Aussie legend Rolf Harris for a version of Two Little Boys on their fourth album (“What a character! He’ll sing at the drop of a hat will Rolf…”), the choir has been performing with exPython Eric Idle for Prince Charles’ birthday bash.

Now Hollywood beckons, as plans for a movie based on The Fron’s rise to fame gather steam.

“I thought it was all dead in the water but it looks like it’s going ahead!” says Dave, with the kind of enthusiasm usually reserved for Mrs Jones’ meatballs. “A British producer called Zygi Kamasa bought the movie right’s to our story two years ago, but it sort of all went quiet.

Then Daniel phoned me the other day to tell me they have just accepted a first draft of the script, so who knows? We could be going from the Welsh Hills to the Hollywood hills pretty soon!”

reassuringly, the strains of his handy man frantically removing evidence of the mishap becoming audible in the background.“The problem is us blokes are terrible liars and you women seem to have this seventh sense. It’s an unfortunate combination!”

But even a throng of better halves with the most potent powers of divination would be hard pushed to predict the choir’s next move. Another guest appearance on Ready, Steady, Cook maybe?

Or even a rendition of Amazing Grace whilst skydiving? “The past four years have been a bit

“We have a strong connection.

When you sing, it’s like having 60 arms around you.”

Before thinking about headlines and movie scripts, however, Dave has a small matter of some broken hedge trimmers and self-preservation to deal with.

“I’m a very lucky man” laughs the Chairman

crackers” admits Dave cheerily.“We’re like a load of starry eyed teenagers really. I suppose, anything is possible.”

Anything, that is, apart from this week. For which I predict a time of intensive spring cleaning and household chores. Minus the aid of power tools.

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a New Vic production

The Wicked Lady

Fri 3 - Sat 25 July

by Bryony Lavery

an adaptation of the original novel, The Life and Death of the Wicked Lady Skelton,

by Magdalen King-Hall A spectacular action adventure, specially written by one of our finest playwrights.

Directed by Theresa Heskins, in a first for the New Vic, this breathtaking production has thrilling, mid-air action created with the help of specialist aerial company, Upswing.

Lady Barbara Skelton is beautiful, wild and truly wicked. Forced into a respectable marriage with a man she can’t love, she soon becomes bored and embarks on a secret life of gambling, highway robbery and murder.

But she’s playing a dangerous game. Shadowed by betrayal, threatened by revenge, can Barbara escape her wicked life? Or will she be abandoned to her terrible fate?

Booking Information Tickets: £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discount: £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49) Under 26s Go Free: (see page 44) First Night Fever: All seats £11.50 (no cons) Fri 3 July

Best seats for just £12.00 (see p 26)

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Talkback: Tues 21 July Interpreted Performances: Captioned 7.30 pm Tues 21 July Audio described 2.15 pm Sat 18 July

Fast-paced, high energy drama: if you enjoyed Jamaica Inn then this is for you.

Mad, bad and dangerous to know!

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a New Vic production

The Wicked Lady

Fri 3 - Sat 25 July

by Bryony Lavery

an adaptation of the original novel, The Life and Death of the Wicked Lady Skelton,

by Magdalen King-Hall A spectacular action adventure, specially written by one of our finest playwrights.

Directed by Theresa Heskins, in a first for the New Vic, this breathtaking production has thrilling, mid-air action created with the help of specialist aerial company, Upswing.

Lady Barbara Skelton is beautiful, wild and truly wicked. Forced into a respectable marriage with a man she can’t love, she soon becomes bored and embarks on a secret life of gambling, highway robbery and murder.

But she’s playing a dangerous game. Shadowed by betrayal, threatened by revenge, can Barbara escape her wicked life? Or will she be abandoned to her terrible fate?

Booking Information Tickets: £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discount: £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49) Under 26s Go Free: (see page 44) First Night Fever: All seats £11.50 (no cons) Fri 3 July

Best seats for just £12.00 (see p 26)

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Talkback: Tues 21 July Interpreted Performances: Captioned 7.30 pm Tues 21 July Audio described 2.15 pm Sat 18 July

Fast-paced, high energy drama: if you enjoyed Jamaica Inn then this is for you.

Mad, bad and dangerous to know!

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a David Graham production

Carry On Uncle Eric!

Tues 18 - Sat 29 August

ars of musical m e y . . .

0 a y h e m 1

plays

The ultimate ’60s musical celebrates 10 years at the New Vic! Back for an amazing tenth anniversary visit! Uncle Eric and the rest of the gang carrying on in the latest musical instalment in the life of the ultimate dysfunctional family.

When Eric goes to the cinema to see Carry On Camping, he finds himself inspired - a camping holiday at a nudist camp! He’s soon made a booking at the Paradise Camp Site but, when Madge finds out and tags along, all his beautiful plans start to go wrong.

And when he arrives to find a collection of characters very similar to those he’s just seen on the screen . . . oo'er, missus!

This summer’s fabulous musical is filled with comedy, nostalgia and loads of the very greatest ’60s music! So, stop messin' about, carry on up the New Vic and get your tickets now!

Warning: nudity, filthy jokes and gratuitous sex are all absent from this production mostly.

Booking Information Tickets £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discounts £2.00 off for ten or more First Night Fe ver All seats £11.50 (no cons) Tues 18 Aug Under 26s Go Free (see page 44)

Best seats for just £12.00 (see p 26)

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Laugh-out-loud musical fun: if you enjoy ’60s music with a dollop of audience participation, you’ll love this

! t . . . and h i t e’s still a

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a David Graham production

Carry On Uncle Eric!

Tues 18 - Sat 29 August

ars of musical m e y . . .

0 a y h e m 1

plays

The ultimate ’60s musical celebrates 10 years at the New Vic! Back for an amazing tenth anniversary visit! Uncle Eric and the rest of the gang carrying on in the latest musical instalment in the life of the ultimate dysfunctional family.

When Eric goes to the cinema to see Carry On Camping, he finds himself inspired - a camping holiday at a nudist camp! He’s soon made a booking at the Paradise Camp Site but, when Madge finds out and tags along, all his beautiful plans start to go wrong.

And when he arrives to find a collection of characters very similar to those he’s just seen on the screen . . . oo'er, missus!

This summer’s fabulous musical is filled with comedy, nostalgia and loads of the very greatest ’60s music! So, stop messin' about, carry on up the New Vic and get your tickets now!

Warning: nudity, filthy jokes and gratuitous sex are all absent from this production mostly.

Booking Information Tickets £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discounts £2.00 off for ten or more First Night Fe ver All seats £11.50 (no cons) Tues 18 Aug Under 26s Go Free (see page 44)

Best seats for just £12.00 (see p 26)

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Laugh-out-loud musical fun: if you enjoy ’60s music with a dollop of audience participation, you’ll love this

! t . . . and h i t e’s still a

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a Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough production

Weds 2 - Sat 19 Sept

written and directed by

Alan Ayckbourn The master of comedy, Alan Ayckbourn, returns for his annual New Vic visit. His classic farce gets its first in-the-round production since its premiere 40 years ago.

Fiona and Bob started it all but had no idea it would lead to Bob’s wife Teresa springing into misguided, well meaning, action and to Fiona’s husband Frank getting hold of entirely the wrong end of the stick.All of which would turn William and Mary’s conventional lives upside down so that neither of them would ever be quite the same again.

And they all lived, better people, more or less happily ever after - though none the wiser.

You tell one little tiny lie and where does it land you?

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“Alan Ayckbourn must be the most ingenious writer of situation comedy of our day” Financial Times “The techniques are fresh, the lines are funny and the situations constantly surprising. It is an immediate smash hit” International Herald Tribune

Booking Information Tickets £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discounts £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49) Under 26s Go Free: (see page 44) First Night Fever: All seats £11.50 (no cons) Weds 2 Sept

Buy two plays get another free! (see p 26)

Talkback: Tues 15 Sept Interpreted Performances: Captioned 7.30 Tues 15 Sept Audio described 7.30 Weds 16 Sept

Ayckbourn at his hilarious best: if you enjoyed The Things That Go Bump Season you’ll love this

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a Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough production

Weds 2 - Sat 19 Sept

written and directed by

Alan Ayckbourn The master of comedy, Alan Ayckbourn, returns for his annual New Vic visit. His classic farce gets its first in-the-round production since its premiere 40 years ago.

Fiona and Bob started it all but had no idea it would lead to Bob’s wife Teresa springing into misguided, well meaning, action and to Fiona’s husband Frank getting hold of entirely the wrong end of the stick.All of which would turn William and Mary’s conventional lives upside down so that neither of them would ever be quite the same again.

And they all lived, better people, more or less happily ever after - though none the wiser.

You tell one little tiny lie and where does it land you?

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“Alan Ayckbourn must be the most ingenious writer of situation comedy of our day” Financial Times “The techniques are fresh, the lines are funny and the situations constantly surprising. It is an immediate smash hit” International Herald Tribune

Booking Information Tickets £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discounts £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49) Under 26s Go Free: (see page 44) First Night Fever: All seats £11.50 (no cons) Weds 2 Sept

Buy two plays get another free! (see p 26)

Talkback: Tues 15 Sept Interpreted Performances: Captioned 7.30 Tues 15 Sept Audio described 7.30 Weds 16 Sept

Ayckbourn at his hilarious best: if you enjoyed The Things That Go Bump Season you’ll love this

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a New Vic production

Fri 25 Sept - Sat 10 Oct

The Daughter-in-Law

by D H Lawrence

Booking Information Tickets £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discounts £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49) Under 26s Go Free: (see page 44) First Night Fever: All seats £11.50 (no cons) Fri 25 Sept

Buy two plays get another free! (see p 26)

Talkback: Tues 6 Oct Interpreted Performances: Captioned 7.30 pm Tues 6 Oct Audio described 2.15 pm Sat 10 Oct

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The intimate story of a marriage and a full-blooded portrayal of life in a Midlands mining community.

Without doubt one of the greatest plays of the 20th century, The Daughter-in-Law is an all too rarely performed masterpiece.

Just six weeks married and it’s anything but wedded bliss for coal-miner Luther and the go-ahead Minnie.

And the meddling of his domineering mother only makes matters worse. Then a shocking revelation threatens to end the marriage for good.

With the miners out on strike and money getting tight, things finally come to a head. Can Minnie let down her guard and allow him to love her? Can Luther cut the apron strings at last? And will his mother realise that she has to let go if the newlyweds are to make a life of their own?

“One of the great British dramas of the 20th century” The Guardian “deep seams of tenderness and desire” The Independent

“How is a woman to have a husband if all the men belong to their mothers?”

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a New Vic production

Fri 25 Sept - Sat 10 Oct

The Daughter-in-Law

by D H Lawrence

Booking Information Tickets £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discounts £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49) Under 26s Go Free: (see page 44) First Night Fever: All seats £11.50 (no cons) Fri 25 Sept

Buy two plays get another free! (see p 26)

Talkback: Tues 6 Oct Interpreted Performances: Captioned 7.30 pm Tues 6 Oct Audio described 2.15 pm Sat 10 Oct

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The intimate story of a marriage and a full-blooded portrayal of life in a Midlands mining community.

Without doubt one of the greatest plays of the 20th century, The Daughter-in-Law is an all too rarely performed masterpiece.

Just six weeks married and it’s anything but wedded bliss for coal-miner Luther and the go-ahead Minnie.

And the meddling of his domineering mother only makes matters worse. Then a shocking revelation threatens to end the marriage for good.

With the miners out on strike and money getting tight, things finally come to a head. Can Minnie let down her guard and allow him to love her? Can Luther cut the apron strings at last? And will his mother realise that she has to let go if the newlyweds are to make a life of their own?

“One of the great British dramas of the 20th century” The Guardian “deep seams of tenderness and desire” The Independent

“How is a woman to have a husband if all the men belong to their mothers?”

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BOUNCERS

plays

a New Vic production

Fri 16 Oct - Sat 14 Nov

by John Godber

Four men in black invite you for a night on the town in John Godber’s hilarious and outrageous celebration of the northern nightclub scene.

It's Friday night, the weekend’s here and the party’s about to begin. Time for dancing, drinking and the search for true love. The club’s getting hot but out in the cold the Bouncers are ready for anything. Meet Ralph, Judd, Les and Lucky Eric.With one eye on the trouble and the other on the girls, they’ll take you on a screamingly funny ride through one of those nights that everyone’s had - but most would like to forget.

Booking Information Tickets: £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discount: £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49) Under 26s Go Free: (see page 44) First Night Fever: All seats £11.50 (no cons) Fri 16 Oct

Buy two plays get another free! (see p 26)

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Voted one of the greatest plays of the 20th century in a National Theatre poll, Bouncers was nominated for Comedy of the Year in 1985 and won seven Los Angeles Critics Circles Awards and five awards in Chicago in 1987. “you'd better hurry or you're not getting in” The Guardian “You'll be rolling in your seats and bursting at the seams” Daily Mirror

Talkback: Thurs 12 Nov Interpreted Performances: Captioned 7.30 pm Thurs 12 Nov Audio described 2.15 pm Sat 7 Nov It s John Godber, so expect strong language and sexual themes

Laugh out loud comedy - if you liked Stags and Hens you’ll love this

The all-time comedy classic!

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BOUNCERS

plays

a New Vic production

Fri 16 Oct - Sat 14 Nov

by John Godber

Four men in black invite you for a night on the town in John Godber’s hilarious and outrageous celebration of the northern nightclub scene.

It's Friday night, the weekend’s here and the party’s about to begin. Time for dancing, drinking and the search for true love. The club’s getting hot but out in the cold the Bouncers are ready for anything. Meet Ralph, Judd, Les and Lucky Eric.With one eye on the trouble and the other on the girls, they’ll take you on a screamingly funny ride through one of those nights that everyone’s had - but most would like to forget.

Booking Information Tickets: £8.50 - £17.50 Group Discount: £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49) Under 26s Go Free: (see page 44) First Night Fever: All seats £11.50 (no cons) Fri 16 Oct

Buy two plays get another free! (see p 26)

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Voted one of the greatest plays of the 20th century in a National Theatre poll, Bouncers was nominated for Comedy of the Year in 1985 and won seven Los Angeles Critics Circles Awards and five awards in Chicago in 1987. “you'd better hurry or you're not getting in” The Guardian “You'll be rolling in your seats and bursting at the seams” Daily Mirror

Talkback: Thurs 12 Nov Interpreted Performances: Captioned 7.30 pm Thurs 12 Nov Audio described 2.15 pm Sat 7 Nov It s John Godber, so expect strong language and sexual themes

Laugh out loud comedy - if you liked Stags and Hens you’ll love this

The all-time comedy classic!

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a New Vic production

Booking Information Tickets £9.50 - £17.50 Group Discounts £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49)

Save up to £18 with our Family-of-four ticket Interpreted Performances: Captioned 2.15 pm Sat 12 Dec 2.15 pm Tues 15 Dec Audio described 2.15 pm Sat 19 Dec 2.15 pm Weds 6 Jan Sign Language 10.30 am Weds 9 Dec 10.30 am Thurs 7 Jan

Classic family entertainment: if you enjoyed Oliver! you’ll love this

NEW this year!

Especially for young children 10 - 24 December (various dates see calendar)

Join us on a magical journey!

Tale Trail to Narnia An exciting, interactive story-time event for children aged 3 — 5 and their families.

Imagine stepping through the wardrobe into the mysterious land of Narnia. Join Lucy under the lamppost to explore the world of Mr Tumnus and lots of other wonderful characters.

Sat 21 Nov - Sat 23 Jan

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

by C S Lewis adapted by Theresa Heskins Join us as the magical land of Narnia comes to spectacular life on the New Vic stage.

The classic story of good versus evil in a dazzling production that will enchant children of all ages and their families.

Four children step through a mysterious wardrobe and find themselves in a bewitching fairy-tale world. But the land lies under the power of the White Witch who has cast a terrible spell: it is forever winter — but never Christmas.

With Mr Tumnus, Mr and Mrs Beaver and a host of forest friends, Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter join the great lion, Aslan, to battle the White Witch. Can they triumph? And can they bring happiness — and Christmas — to the land of Narnia once again?

Families: £2.50 per person Schools: £75 for a class-sized group

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Open the door to a world of adventure!

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a New Vic production

Booking Information Tickets £9.50 - £17.50 Group Discounts £2.00 off for ten or more Concessions: £2.00 off (see page 49)

Save up to £18 with our Family-of-four ticket Interpreted Performances: Captioned 2.15 pm Sat 12 Dec 2.15 pm Tues 15 Dec Audio described 2.15 pm Sat 19 Dec 2.15 pm Weds 6 Jan Sign Language 10.30 am Weds 9 Dec 10.30 am Thurs 7 Jan

Classic family entertainment: if you enjoyed Oliver! you’ll love this

NEW this year!

Especially for young children 10 - 24 December (various dates see calendar)

Join us on a magical journey!

Tale Trail to Narnia An exciting, interactive story-time event for children aged 3 — 5 and their families.

Imagine stepping through the wardrobe into the mysterious land of Narnia. Join Lucy under the lamppost to explore the world of Mr Tumnus and lots of other wonderful characters.

Sat 21 Nov - Sat 23 Jan

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

by C S Lewis adapted by Theresa Heskins Join us as the magical land of Narnia comes to spectacular life on the New Vic stage.

The classic story of good versus evil in a dazzling production that will enchant children of all ages and their families.

Four children step through a mysterious wardrobe and find themselves in a bewitching fairy-tale world. But the land lies under the power of the White Witch who has cast a terrible spell: it is forever winter — but never Christmas.

With Mr Tumnus, Mr and Mrs Beaver and a host of forest friends, Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter join the great lion, Aslan, to battle the White Witch. Can they triumph? And can they bring happiness — and Christmas — to the land of Narnia once again?

Families: £2.50 per person Schools: £75 for a class-sized group

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Open the door to a world of adventure!

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Plays Packages

One-Nighter Packages

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Buy one PLAY, get another HALF PRICE! Buy two PLAYS get another FREE!

Buy one EVENT, get another HALF PRICE! Buy two EVENTS get another FREE!

Choose from any of these great plays:

How the Other Half Loves,The Daughter-in-Law, Bouncers Any seat, any night, change your performance at any timeD = Book our Buy two get another free play package and choose from all this too!W ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥

Wicked Lady £12.00 or £12.50 Carry On Uncle Eric £12.00 or £12.50 The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe £12.00 or £12.50 Uncle Eric’s Winter Wonderland £12.00 or £12.50

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Four tickets for just £50 - a great value, great night out with friends.

Any play, any seats Monday - Friday

(not The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe or Uncle Eric’s Winter Wonderland)

Choose from these great acts: Cropper/Welsh/Roscoe, Black Umfolosi,The Boat Band, International Guitar Night, Koshka, Rich Hall, Mosaik,Terry Lightfoot, Ian Siegal,Waterson Carthy, Froncysyllte Choir, Pasadena Roof Orchestra, Spiers and Boden, EmpiricalD (see page 26 for conditions)

Book our Buy two get another free event package and choose from all this too!W ¥ Any additional concert for just £12.00 each (Georgie Fame £15.00) ¥ Under 16s tickets for one night events as indicated just £6.50 (1 ticket per event per package)

Special nights out make special presents!

Gift Vouchers - why not give someone special nights at the theatre with a New Vic Gift Voucher? Just ask our Box Office.

D Package price based on top price band only; free or half-price tickets to be same value or less than paid-for tickets; matinees excluded; cannot be combined with other concessions or offers (inc First Night Fever); must be booked in a single transaction.

W 1 ticket per package. =More than 3 days prior to the performance. All sales subject to availability and Box Office Manager s discretion.

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Friends Membership

- got a friend whos a real fan of theatre? Why not make them one of our Friends - from just £15 a year. See page 45 for New Vic Friends details.

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Plays Packages

One-Nighter Packages

Autumn Savings!

See more; save more!

Buy one PLAY, get another HALF PRICE! Buy two PLAYS get another FREE!

Buy one EVENT, get another HALF PRICE! Buy two EVENTS get another FREE!

Choose from any of these great plays:

How the Other Half Loves,The Daughter-in-Law, Bouncers Any seat, any night, change your performance at any timeD = Book our Buy two get another free play package and choose from all this too!W ¥ ¥ ¥ ¥

Wicked Lady £12.00 or £12.50 Carry On Uncle Eric £12.00 or £12.50 The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe £12.00 or £12.50 Uncle Eric’s Winter Wonderland £12.00 or £12.50

Four friends for £50!

Four tickets for just £50 - a great value, great night out with friends.

Any play, any seats Monday - Friday

(not The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe or Uncle Eric’s Winter Wonderland)

Choose from these great acts: Cropper/Welsh/Roscoe, Black Umfolosi,The Boat Band, International Guitar Night, Koshka, Rich Hall, Mosaik,Terry Lightfoot, Ian Siegal,Waterson Carthy, Froncysyllte Choir, Pasadena Roof Orchestra, Spiers and Boden, EmpiricalD (see page 26 for conditions)

Book our Buy two get another free event package and choose from all this too!W ¥ Any additional concert for just £12.00 each (Georgie Fame £15.00) ¥ Under 16s tickets for one night events as indicated just £6.50 (1 ticket per event per package)

Special nights out make special presents!

Gift Vouchers - why not give someone special nights at the theatre with a New Vic Gift Voucher? Just ask our Box Office.

D Package price based on top price band only; free or half-price tickets to be same value or less than paid-for tickets; matinees excluded; cannot be combined with other concessions or offers (inc First Night Fever); must be booked in a single transaction.

W 1 ticket per package. =More than 3 days prior to the performance. All sales subject to availability and Box Office Manager s discretion.

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Friends Membership

- got a friend whos a real fan of theatre? Why not make them one of our Friends - from just £15 a year. See page 45 for New Vic Friends details.

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Come round for a

One Nighter!

SNAKE DAVIS

Phenomenally talented saxophonist, flautist and composer, Snake Davis is in constant demand from the biggest names in pop music. You’ll recognise his soulful, searing sound from recordings

by Ray Charles,Tom Jones, George Michael,Tina Turner,Take That, Cher, Kylie Minogue, Paul McCartney, Robert Palmer, Motorhead, Eurythmics and the Spice Girls - to name just a few!

Jazz

Weds 8 July

World music

Zimbabwe’s greatest song and dance company is back!

BLACK UMFOLOSI

Spine-tingling a capella harmonies, compulsive drumming, captivating gumboot dancing. Baretorsoed and hard-hatted, Black Umfolosi perform with fun and joyful enthusiasm. A thrilling show that’s just bursting with life. £13.50 / £16.00 / £17.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

Weds 30 Sept 20TH ANNIVERSARY GALA CONCERT

THE BOAT BAND

Weds 15 July

CROPPER WELSH ROSCOE TRIO

£12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

His musical skills have no limit Dave Stuart (Eurythmics)

£12.50 / £14.00 / cons / U16s Go Free

Peter Cropper, violin; Moray Welsh, cello; Martin Roscoe, piano. These three leading chamber musicians with individual careers always create magic when brought together as a trio.

It was through Haydn’s inspiration that Beethoven decided to write three piano trios as Op.1, his first published works.As a genre, the piano trio was at the height of its popularity when Schubert wrote his B flat trio which echoes popular Viennese music of the time, full of energy and lyricism.

HAYDN Trio in E Hob.XV No.28 BEETHOVEN Trio in G Op.1 No.2 SCHUBERT Trio in B flat Op.99

£12.00 / £16.00 / £17.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Mon 20 July

With a unique blend of folk and world music, this Gala Night celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Boat Band’s first tour of the Scottish islands (in a 40ft wooden launch!). Featuring, for one night only, the original line-up of Kate Barfield, Greg Stephens, Gavin Lewery and Dan Fox. And with current band member, legendary button accordionist Tony Weatherall.

Expect other special guests for a memorable night!

He’s on the road with his own band’s wonderful mix of soul, world funk and jazz with his uplifting raw-power style.

Something for everybody young, old or in between!

Find out more at www.snakedavis.com

Classical

One Nighters

Performance in the round

Performance on three sides

Directional performance with some element of front and back

Folk

"refreshing honesty.....terrific" Folk Roots

Mon 5 Oct

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT they will stun you into jaw-dropping awe!

A spectacular concert that brings together some of the world’s greatest acoustic guitarists. Four stunning musicians share the stage in a celebration of the extraordinary diversity of acoustic guitar playing around the world.

A US National Flatpicking Champion, Stephen Bennett is a virtuoso of the unusual, multi-stringed harp guitar. Lulo Reinhardt is a master of gypsy-jazz.

Californian Brian Gore is one of the most influential finger-style guitarists playing today. Israel's Itamar Erez is a guitarist and composer who creates a breathtaking mix of classical, world music and jazz. £12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Come round for a

One Nighter!

SNAKE DAVIS

Phenomenally talented saxophonist, flautist and composer, Snake Davis is in constant demand from the biggest names in pop music. You’ll recognise his soulful, searing sound from recordings

by Ray Charles,Tom Jones, George Michael,Tina Turner,Take That, Cher, Kylie Minogue, Paul McCartney, Robert Palmer, Motorhead, Eurythmics and the Spice Girls - to name just a few!

Jazz

Weds 8 July

World music

Zimbabwe’s greatest song and dance company is back!

BLACK UMFOLOSI

Spine-tingling a capella harmonies, compulsive drumming, captivating gumboot dancing. Baretorsoed and hard-hatted, Black Umfolosi perform with fun and joyful enthusiasm. A thrilling show that’s just bursting with life. £13.50 / £16.00 / £17.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

Weds 30 Sept 20TH ANNIVERSARY GALA CONCERT

THE BOAT BAND

Weds 15 July

CROPPER WELSH ROSCOE TRIO

£12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

His musical skills have no limit Dave Stuart (Eurythmics)

£12.50 / £14.00 / cons / U16s Go Free

Peter Cropper, violin; Moray Welsh, cello; Martin Roscoe, piano. These three leading chamber musicians with individual careers always create magic when brought together as a trio.

It was through Haydn’s inspiration that Beethoven decided to write three piano trios as Op.1, his first published works.As a genre, the piano trio was at the height of its popularity when Schubert wrote his B flat trio which echoes popular Viennese music of the time, full of energy and lyricism.

HAYDN Trio in E Hob.XV No.28 BEETHOVEN Trio in G Op.1 No.2 SCHUBERT Trio in B flat Op.99

£12.00 / £16.00 / £17.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Mon 20 July

With a unique blend of folk and world music, this Gala Night celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Boat Band’s first tour of the Scottish islands (in a 40ft wooden launch!). Featuring, for one night only, the original line-up of Kate Barfield, Greg Stephens, Gavin Lewery and Dan Fox. And with current band member, legendary button accordionist Tony Weatherall.

Expect other special guests for a memorable night!

He’s on the road with his own band’s wonderful mix of soul, world funk and jazz with his uplifting raw-power style.

Something for everybody young, old or in between!

Find out more at www.snakedavis.com

Classical

One Nighters

Performance in the round

Performance on three sides

Directional performance with some element of front and back

Folk

"refreshing honesty.....terrific" Folk Roots

Mon 5 Oct

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT they will stun you into jaw-dropping awe!

A spectacular concert that brings together some of the world’s greatest acoustic guitarists. Four stunning musicians share the stage in a celebration of the extraordinary diversity of acoustic guitar playing around the world.

A US National Flatpicking Champion, Stephen Bennett is a virtuoso of the unusual, multi-stringed harp guitar. Lulo Reinhardt is a master of gypsy-jazz.

Californian Brian Gore is one of the most influential finger-style guitarists playing today. Israel's Itamar Erez is a guitarist and composer who creates a breathtaking mix of classical, world music and jazz. £12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Comedy

Jazz

Mon 19 Oct

Performing Yeh Yeh, Getaway and many more

Mon 26 Oct

Stand up for grown-ups with a Comic genius!

WITH GEORGIE FAME & SONS

GEORGIE FAME IN CONCERT

RICH HALL & OTIS LEE CRENSHAW

A very welcome New Vic return for a truly great musician and icon of the British music scene. Since turning professional at 15, there’s been 20 albums, 14 hit singles, including three Number Ones, and collaborations with some of music’s greatest names – Muddy Waters, Gene Vincent, Bill Wyman, Eric Clapton,Van Morrison and many, many more. Georgie Fame is the real thing, a bona fide musical legend!

Star of hit BBC series Rich Hall’s Cattle Drive and Rich Hall’s Fishing Show, the Edinburgh Fringe favourite, Perrier Award winner, and Stephen Fry’s QI regular makes a first visit to the New Vic along with his alter ego, redneck jailbird, Otis Lee Crenshaw.

In the first half, Rich will be himself – that’s a grouchy, deadpan comic genius. Otis will be let out of jail for the second half of the show. Expect strong language and the unexpected!

£16.50 / £18.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

Want to mix it up a bit?

Why not pick a package!

“Breathtaking social jibes as well as hilarious Country & Western pastiche” Mojo Magazine

See page 27 for our special event offers

Tues 20 Oct

Tues 27 Oct

ANDY IRVINE & DONAL LUNNY’S

KOSHKA

Three outstanding musicians with a dazzling blend of classical, gypsy, folk and hot-club jazz. Koshka is Russian fiddlers Oleg Pomonarev (formerly of Gypsy band Loyko) and Lev Atlas (principal viola with Scottish Opera) with gifted acoustic guitarist Nigel Clark. They have enthralled audiences wherever they have played with their sheer virtuosity and gypsy flair.

Oleg, Lev and Nigel met in Glasgow, honing their exhilerating style playing in Cossachok, the city's intimate Russian Cafe.

From these roots they have developed a dazzling, enthralling sound. Koshka stand at the cutting edge of string music, taking it to increasingly dizzy heights of invention and creativity. £12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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MOSAIK

World music “Dazzling . . . real virtuosity . . . sheer, jaw-droppingly high calibre” Hi-Arts Review

One Nighters

For lovers of folk music, something not to be missed! Two legends of Irish music - vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Andy Irvine (Planxty, Patrick Street) and Donal Lunny (Planxty, Bothy Band, Moving Hearts) – are joined by leading American old-time maestro Bruce Molsky on fiddle and banjo, Bulgarian multiinstrumentalist Nikola Parov, and Dutchman Rens van der Zalm on mandolin and fiddle.

“Exudes a sense of bewilderment to which audiences instantly warm””The Independent £15.50 / £17.50 / cons

Folk

Together, they are Mozaik, a truly global string band that moves effortlessly from Celtic to old-time to Eastern European music. Intricate string arrangements complement the vocals of Andy and Bruce as these truly great musicians blend their traditions into something wholly new and wonderful. £14.50 / £16.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Comedy

Jazz

Mon 19 Oct

Performing Yeh Yeh, Getaway and many more

Mon 26 Oct

Stand up for grown-ups with a Comic genius!

WITH GEORGIE FAME & SONS

GEORGIE FAME IN CONCERT

RICH HALL & OTIS LEE CRENSHAW

A very welcome New Vic return for a truly great musician and icon of the British music scene. Since turning professional at 15, there’s been 20 albums, 14 hit singles, including three Number Ones, and collaborations with some of music’s greatest names – Muddy Waters, Gene Vincent, Bill Wyman, Eric Clapton,Van Morrison and many, many more. Georgie Fame is the real thing, a bona fide musical legend!

Star of hit BBC series Rich Hall’s Cattle Drive and Rich Hall’s Fishing Show, the Edinburgh Fringe favourite, Perrier Award winner, and Stephen Fry’s QI regular makes a first visit to the New Vic along with his alter ego, redneck jailbird, Otis Lee Crenshaw.

In the first half, Rich will be himself – that’s a grouchy, deadpan comic genius. Otis will be let out of jail for the second half of the show. Expect strong language and the unexpected!

£16.50 / £18.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

Want to mix it up a bit?

Why not pick a package!

“Breathtaking social jibes as well as hilarious Country & Western pastiche” Mojo Magazine

See page 27 for our special event offers

Tues 20 Oct

Tues 27 Oct

ANDY IRVINE & DONAL LUNNY’S

KOSHKA

Three outstanding musicians with a dazzling blend of classical, gypsy, folk and hot-club jazz. Koshka is Russian fiddlers Oleg Pomonarev (formerly of Gypsy band Loyko) and Lev Atlas (principal viola with Scottish Opera) with gifted acoustic guitarist Nigel Clark. They have enthralled audiences wherever they have played with their sheer virtuosity and gypsy flair.

Oleg, Lev and Nigel met in Glasgow, honing their exhilerating style playing in Cossachok, the city's intimate Russian Cafe.

From these roots they have developed a dazzling, enthralling sound. Koshka stand at the cutting edge of string music, taking it to increasingly dizzy heights of invention and creativity. £12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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MOSAIK

World music “Dazzling . . . real virtuosity . . . sheer, jaw-droppingly high calibre” Hi-Arts Review

One Nighters

For lovers of folk music, something not to be missed! Two legends of Irish music - vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Andy Irvine (Planxty, Patrick Street) and Donal Lunny (Planxty, Bothy Band, Moving Hearts) – are joined by leading American old-time maestro Bruce Molsky on fiddle and banjo, Bulgarian multiinstrumentalist Nikola Parov, and Dutchman Rens van der Zalm on mandolin and fiddle.

“Exudes a sense of bewilderment to which audiences instantly warm””The Independent £15.50 / £17.50 / cons

Folk

Together, they are Mozaik, a truly global string band that moves effortlessly from Celtic to old-time to Eastern European music. Intricate string arrangements complement the vocals of Andy and Bruce as these truly great musicians blend their traditions into something wholly new and wonderful. £14.50 / £16.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Come Rockin’ around the Christmas tree with me guys & gals!

Mon 2 Nov

Thurs 26 Nov - Sat 12 Dec

TERRY LIGHTFOOT AND HIS JAZZMEN WITH

UNCLE ERIC’S WINTER WONDERLAND

From Bourbon Street to Broadway

Jazz

Join top band-leader Terry Lightfoot and his All-Star Jazzmen on a journey from Bourbon Street in New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, to New York’s Broadway. Enjoy jazz classics from legends such as Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Louis Jordan, Ella Fitzgerald and many more. With all-time standards such as Ain’t Misbehaving, Wonderful World, Jeepers Creepers, High Society and a host of other unforgettable songs.

With some of the finest jazz musicians in the country and the vocal talents of his daughter, Melinda, Terry’s tour through the history of jazz is amusing, informative, entertaining and memorable.

Try more, save more!

£14.50 / £16.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

See page 27 for our special ticket packages Tues 3 Nov

Blues

IAN SIEGAL

"One of my favourite singers and guitarists, and one of the best performers in Britain" King Rollo

Great Blues performers are few and far between. But this man is the real thing. The outstanding British bluesman of his generation, he’s blessed with a unique voice, he writes great songs and is a top-class guitarist. His blues career began as a busker on the streets of Berlin before breaking through to bigger audiences as the opening act on European tours of ex-Rolling Stone Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings. Influenced by the likes of Muddy Waters, Howlin’Wolf,Tom Waits and Little Richard, he has released many acclaimed albums and is a regular at the biggest festivals in Europe and the USA. “One of the most inventive Blues recordings ever made by a British artist” Mojo £12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

David Graham Productions presents

A fantastic night of comedy and hand-clapping, foot-stomping, aisle-dancing ‘60s music!

Things couldn’t be better - Eric’s wangled a cushy job as Father Christmas in the local department store and, after training with all the town’s other Santas, he’s got his very own grotto. And with a very attractive elf to help him, seems like Christmas has come early for Eric!

But Eric’s arrival coincides with a series of mysterious disappearances from the store. Surely Eric’s not involved in anything dodgy . . . is he? And it’s not long before the hard-nosed Head of Security is on his case. And having Madge and Hippie Dave on his side isn’t helping much either. Sounds like it could be a recipe for comic disaster!

the ultimate 60s Christmas Party

There's only one thing to do in such a predicament - have a great laugh and sing along with 24 of the very greatest songs of the 1960s. That's what we'll be doing!

Money off and FREE champagne for groups!

Mon & Tues: all seats £12.50 Weds — Sat: £14.50 / £16.00 / £17.50 Groups: £2.00 off for 10 or more (Weds — Sat; top two price bands only) Best Seats for £12.00 See page 26

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Come Rockin’ around the Christmas tree with me guys & gals!

Mon 2 Nov

Thurs 26 Nov - Sat 12 Dec

TERRY LIGHTFOOT AND HIS JAZZMEN WITH

UNCLE ERIC’S WINTER WONDERLAND

From Bourbon Street to Broadway

Jazz

Join top band-leader Terry Lightfoot and his All-Star Jazzmen on a journey from Bourbon Street in New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, to New York’s Broadway. Enjoy jazz classics from legends such as Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Louis Jordan, Ella Fitzgerald and many more. With all-time standards such as Ain’t Misbehaving, Wonderful World, Jeepers Creepers, High Society and a host of other unforgettable songs.

With some of the finest jazz musicians in the country and the vocal talents of his daughter, Melinda, Terry’s tour through the history of jazz is amusing, informative, entertaining and memorable.

Try more, save more!

£14.50 / £16.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

See page 27 for our special ticket packages Tues 3 Nov

Blues

IAN SIEGAL

"One of my favourite singers and guitarists, and one of the best performers in Britain" King Rollo

Great Blues performers are few and far between. But this man is the real thing. The outstanding British bluesman of his generation, he’s blessed with a unique voice, he writes great songs and is a top-class guitarist. His blues career began as a busker on the streets of Berlin before breaking through to bigger audiences as the opening act on European tours of ex-Rolling Stone Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings. Influenced by the likes of Muddy Waters, Howlin’Wolf,Tom Waits and Little Richard, he has released many acclaimed albums and is a regular at the biggest festivals in Europe and the USA. “One of the most inventive Blues recordings ever made by a British artist” Mojo £12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

David Graham Productions presents

A fantastic night of comedy and hand-clapping, foot-stomping, aisle-dancing ‘60s music!

Things couldn’t be better - Eric’s wangled a cushy job as Father Christmas in the local department store and, after training with all the town’s other Santas, he’s got his very own grotto. And with a very attractive elf to help him, seems like Christmas has come early for Eric!

But Eric’s arrival coincides with a series of mysterious disappearances from the store. Surely Eric’s not involved in anything dodgy . . . is he? And it’s not long before the hard-nosed Head of Security is on his case. And having Madge and Hippie Dave on his side isn’t helping much either. Sounds like it could be a recipe for comic disaster!

the ultimate 60s Christmas Party

There's only one thing to do in such a predicament - have a great laugh and sing along with 24 of the very greatest songs of the 1960s. That's what we'll be doing!

Money off and FREE champagne for groups!

Mon & Tues: all seats £12.50 Weds — Sat: £14.50 / £16.00 / £17.50 Groups: £2.00 off for 10 or more (Weds — Sat; top two price bands only) Best Seats for £12.00 See page 26

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Weds 16 Dec

Join England’s first family of folk for a seasonal celebration!

WATERSON CARTHY FROST AND FIRE - Driving Cold Winter Away

Folk

One Nighters Thurs 14 Jan

SPIERS AND BODEN

The finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene, twice winners of the BBC Radio 2 folk award for Best Duo, Spiers and Boden have made the genre of spontaneous English folk their own. With just a few acoustic instruments, they present traditional stories and dance music in a fresh, new and exhilarating style.

Norma Waterson, Martin Carthy, Mike Waterson and Saul Rose with guests Lauren McCormick, Emily Portman and Jim Causley.

Drawing from the calendar of English ritual and ceremonial song,Waterson Carthy present a remarkable collection of deep winter songs rooted in folk beliefs and rural practices.They are joined on this short tour by three acclaimed young singers committed to singing the traditions of Britain.

Choral

£15.50 / £17.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

Sat 19 Dec

THE FRONCYSYLLTE MALE VOICE CHOIR

One of the greatest Welsh choirs, the ‘Fron’ are a true New Vic tradition having appeared here every Christmas for more than 20 years. And here’s hoping for another 20 – it just wouldn’t be Christmas without them!

£12.50 / £14.50 / £16.00 / cons / U16s Go Free

Thurs 7 Jan

PASADENA ROOF ORCHESTRA

After last year’s sell out concert, the Pasadenas return for an evening of toe-tapping fun and syncopated sophistication celebrating the era when Swing was king!

With the music of the great entertainers – Louis Armstrong, Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, Duke Ellington, Bix Beiderbecke, Billie Holiday and many, many more.

The orchestra has toured the world. And whether you love hot jazz classics, the thill of swing or the evergreens of the ‘20s and ‘30s, this evening is for you. £13.00 / £16.00 / £17.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Folk

“When the Waterson Carthy clan pools its resources, the effect is sensational”The Times

Jazz

They are also founding members of the wildly ambitious, 11 piece big-band folk phenomenon, Bellowhead (BBC Folk Awards for Best Live Act in 2005, 2007, 2008, Observer Top 20 albums of 2007) and have enjoyed a long-term collaboration with Eliza Carthy as The Rat Catchers and performed on her Nationwide Mercury Prize nominated album Anglicana.

Find out more:

£12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

www.newvictheatre.org.uk

Thurs 21 Jan

Multi award-winning jazz band

EMPIRICAL perform a TRIBUTE TO ERIC DOLPHY

Jazz

A young British band making an award-winning assault on the world of jazz! With their smart post-bop style, they scooped the inaugural EBU/ European Jazz Competition and the Peter Whittingham Jazz Award in 2007. Their first album was voted Jazzwise Magazine's Album of the Year and Mojo magazine’s Jazz Album of 2007. And they’re making waves across the Atlantic too with a triumphant appearance at the legendary Newport Jazz Festival last year (where they were the only non-American band) and a standing ovation at the New York Jazz Festival before a rapturously received tour of Canada. Catch them at the New Vic before they move onto the biggest stages. £12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Weds 16 Dec

Join England’s first family of folk for a seasonal celebration!

WATERSON CARTHY FROST AND FIRE - Driving Cold Winter Away

Folk

One Nighters Thurs 14 Jan

SPIERS AND BODEN

The finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene, twice winners of the BBC Radio 2 folk award for Best Duo, Spiers and Boden have made the genre of spontaneous English folk their own. With just a few acoustic instruments, they present traditional stories and dance music in a fresh, new and exhilarating style.

Norma Waterson, Martin Carthy, Mike Waterson and Saul Rose with guests Lauren McCormick, Emily Portman and Jim Causley.

Drawing from the calendar of English ritual and ceremonial song,Waterson Carthy present a remarkable collection of deep winter songs rooted in folk beliefs and rural practices.They are joined on this short tour by three acclaimed young singers committed to singing the traditions of Britain.

Choral

£15.50 / £17.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

Sat 19 Dec

THE FRONCYSYLLTE MALE VOICE CHOIR

One of the greatest Welsh choirs, the ‘Fron’ are a true New Vic tradition having appeared here every Christmas for more than 20 years. And here’s hoping for another 20 – it just wouldn’t be Christmas without them!

£12.50 / £14.50 / £16.00 / cons / U16s Go Free

Thurs 7 Jan

PASADENA ROOF ORCHESTRA

After last year’s sell out concert, the Pasadenas return for an evening of toe-tapping fun and syncopated sophistication celebrating the era when Swing was king!

With the music of the great entertainers – Louis Armstrong, Bing Crosby, Fred Astaire, Duke Ellington, Bix Beiderbecke, Billie Holiday and many, many more.

The orchestra has toured the world. And whether you love hot jazz classics, the thill of swing or the evergreens of the ‘20s and ‘30s, this evening is for you. £13.00 / £16.00 / £17.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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Folk

“When the Waterson Carthy clan pools its resources, the effect is sensational”The Times

Jazz

They are also founding members of the wildly ambitious, 11 piece big-band folk phenomenon, Bellowhead (BBC Folk Awards for Best Live Act in 2005, 2007, 2008, Observer Top 20 albums of 2007) and have enjoyed a long-term collaboration with Eliza Carthy as The Rat Catchers and performed on her Nationwide Mercury Prize nominated album Anglicana.

Find out more:

£12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

www.newvictheatre.org.uk

Thurs 21 Jan

Multi award-winning jazz band

EMPIRICAL perform a TRIBUTE TO ERIC DOLPHY

Jazz

A young British band making an award-winning assault on the world of jazz! With their smart post-bop style, they scooped the inaugural EBU/ European Jazz Competition and the Peter Whittingham Jazz Award in 2007. Their first album was voted Jazzwise Magazine's Album of the Year and Mojo magazine’s Jazz Album of 2007. And they’re making waves across the Atlantic too with a triumphant appearance at the legendary Newport Jazz Festival last year (where they were the only non-American band) and a standing ovation at the New York Jazz Festival before a rapturously received tour of Canada. Catch them at the New Vic before they move onto the biggest stages. £12.50 / £14.50 / cons / U16s Go Free

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The Power of

From youngsters in trouble with the police who have never re-offended to withdrawn children who have found their voice, the New Vic Borderlines and Education departments have been transforming thousands of local lives since their inception in 1999. Now celebrating a decade of award-winning work, we investigate some of the success stories…

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”

They have helped save me”

Before getting involved with New Vic Borderlines, Jenny was a 12 year old in care. Now 22, she looks forward to a future she didn t think she would have I was out of control when I first became involved with Borderlines. I was in trouble at school and I was under the Youth Offending Team. At first I came here doing work experience.They treated me differently. I joined in lots of projects and, when I was no longer under the YOT, I continued to volunteer.

OVER 1,000 PROJECTS, 10,000 YOUNG PEOPLE, 100,000 PARTICIPATIONS AND 10 EXTRAORDINARY YEARS !

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where I once was – under the YOT programme.

They were boisterous but I understood them.

I’ve come a long way. Borderlines has opened my eyes in many ways. I was racist before I came here; ten years ago I’d never have thought I would be a guest at the Love Music Hate Racism event!

And now I’m hoping to study at university. I’d like to be a Theatre Practitioner and be involved in projects to get teenagers to talk.

My mum and dad can see how much I’ve changed – they put me in care because I was too much of a handful. But I think they are proud of me now.

The thing I’m most proud of is not going to prison.There’s no doubt I would have ended up there. Coming here has calmed me down – it has been somewhere safe. Now it’s like coming home. I could turn to Borderlines because you can still be yourself. Even if you are a bit rough round the edges, they will still see the good in you.

I sometimes joke that Borderlines are saving the world one person at a time! Well, they have helped save me.

Jenny taking part in the Care Ambassadors conference

“

here has calmed me down “Coming —it has been somewhere safe.

Now it’s like coming home. ” We did a project with smaller children from troubled backgrounds. It felt good to give them something to do away from their home lives.

Another project was with young people who were

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From youngsters in trouble with the police who have never re-offended to withdrawn children who have found their voice, the New Vic Borderlines and Education departments have been transforming thousands of local lives since their inception in 1999. Now celebrating a decade of award-winning work, we investigate some of the success stories…

“

”

They have helped save me”

Before getting involved with New Vic Borderlines, Jenny was a 12 year old in care. Now 22, she looks forward to a future she didn t think she would have I was out of control when I first became involved with Borderlines. I was in trouble at school and I was under the Youth Offending Team. At first I came here doing work experience.They treated me differently. I joined in lots of projects and, when I was no longer under the YOT, I continued to volunteer.

OVER 1,000 PROJECTS, 10,000 YOUNG PEOPLE, 100,000 PARTICIPATIONS AND 10 EXTRAORDINARY YEARS !

Community

where I once was – under the YOT programme.

They were boisterous but I understood them.

I’ve come a long way. Borderlines has opened my eyes in many ways. I was racist before I came here; ten years ago I’d never have thought I would be a guest at the Love Music Hate Racism event!

And now I’m hoping to study at university. I’d like to be a Theatre Practitioner and be involved in projects to get teenagers to talk.

My mum and dad can see how much I’ve changed – they put me in care because I was too much of a handful. But I think they are proud of me now.

The thing I’m most proud of is not going to prison.There’s no doubt I would have ended up there. Coming here has calmed me down – it has been somewhere safe. Now it’s like coming home. I could turn to Borderlines because you can still be yourself. Even if you are a bit rough round the edges, they will still see the good in you.

I sometimes joke that Borderlines are saving the world one person at a time! Well, they have helped save me.

Jenny taking part in the Care Ambassadors conference

“

here has calmed me down “Coming —it has been somewhere safe.

Now it’s like coming home. ” We did a project with smaller children from troubled backgrounds. It felt good to give them something to do away from their home lives.

Another project was with young people who were

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The theatre is a space not governed by school bells”

”

Emma is Head of Drama and a teacher of English at Sandon Business & Enterprise College. She pays testament to a relationship that is helping pupils achieve much more than good grades I can honestly say that the New Vic has become invaluable to me and my pupils.

away from their peers. And the work they produce clearly reflects that fact.

Michele on stage in Midsummer Mayhem

The support and expertise I’ve received from the New Vic means that I can now look to expand the department to Key Stage 3. It’s not just enlightened my teaching; I’ve seen my drama pupils grow in confidence too – a confidence that spills out into other academic areas. And kids who had difficulties expressing themselves are really making

New Vic is definitely “ The a crucial part of the team.”

A few years ago, there was no drama at Sandon.

But it was something I really wanted to start up and, after establishing a GCSE group, I sought the help of the New Vic.

“

I really like being the person I am now”

I arranged a few workshops.They were so successful in terms of the ideas and inspiration the Education team provided and the achievements of the pupils themselves, we now work with the theatre on a regular basis.

A major benefit is that my classes can come to the New Vic for their work and exams. It’s an inspiring environment for them and it has far better resources than the school.

Plus the theatre is a space that is not governed by school bells – they are free to Did You Know. . . develop a Our award-winning sustained community programmes piece of are among the most work and are far less extensive and successful selfin the country? conscious

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”

Michele became involved with Borderlines in 2004 as part of a project for people with learning disabilities.

Since then she has put her new found confidence to good use, becoming a Care Ambassador and an MP for the Disability Parliament. Michele tells us how she found her vo i c e

Photos: Andy Billington

huge leaps. Now I want to give younger pupils the chance to experience the benefits that the GSCE group have had. And the New Vic is definitely a crucial part of the team. “

It was the first time I’d done any drama and I was a bit nervous to start with. But if something was a bit too hard I’d just watch the others and learn from them. It was something that I really wanted to do so I just kept at it.

Community

Did You Know. . .

New Vic Borderlines was the first community theatre company to perform in the House of Commons?

Now I think going on stage is brilliant. It makes me feel really happy. It’s great performing for other people and I like seeing my friends in the group having a good time too.

My family and friends think I’ve got much better – they say I’ve got a lot more confidence. I really like being the person I am now.

going on stage is brilliant. “ IItthink makes me feel really happy.”

I’ve done quite a lot of stuff now with Borderlines.

There’s been a Care Ambassador’s conference, we’ve done Shakespeare, and my favourite, Donkey Tales – funny stories about donkeys!

We’ve even got a name for our drama group – StrathCross.

When I first started coming to the theatre, I didn’t know what to expect.We played games and it was really fun.Then we moved on a bit more and started rehearsing for a play.

Michele in Donkey Tales.

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The theatre is a space not governed by school bells”

”

Emma is Head of Drama and a teacher of English at Sandon Business & Enterprise College. She pays testament to a relationship that is helping pupils achieve much more than good grades I can honestly say that the New Vic has become invaluable to me and my pupils.

away from their peers. And the work they produce clearly reflects that fact.

Michele on stage in Midsummer Mayhem

The support and expertise I’ve received from the New Vic means that I can now look to expand the department to Key Stage 3. It’s not just enlightened my teaching; I’ve seen my drama pupils grow in confidence too – a confidence that spills out into other academic areas. And kids who had difficulties expressing themselves are really making

New Vic is definitely “ The a crucial part of the team.”

A few years ago, there was no drama at Sandon.

But it was something I really wanted to start up and, after establishing a GCSE group, I sought the help of the New Vic.

“

I really like being the person I am now”

I arranged a few workshops.They were so successful in terms of the ideas and inspiration the Education team provided and the achievements of the pupils themselves, we now work with the theatre on a regular basis.

A major benefit is that my classes can come to the New Vic for their work and exams. It’s an inspiring environment for them and it has far better resources than the school.

Plus the theatre is a space that is not governed by school bells – they are free to Did You Know. . . develop a Our award-winning sustained community programmes piece of are among the most work and are far less extensive and successful selfin the country? conscious

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”

Michele became involved with Borderlines in 2004 as part of a project for people with learning disabilities.

Since then she has put her new found confidence to good use, becoming a Care Ambassador and an MP for the Disability Parliament. Michele tells us how she found her vo i c e

Photos: Andy Billington

huge leaps. Now I want to give younger pupils the chance to experience the benefits that the GSCE group have had. And the New Vic is definitely a crucial part of the team. “

It was the first time I’d done any drama and I was a bit nervous to start with. But if something was a bit too hard I’d just watch the others and learn from them. It was something that I really wanted to do so I just kept at it.

Community

Did You Know. . .

New Vic Borderlines was the first community theatre company to perform in the House of Commons?

Now I think going on stage is brilliant. It makes me feel really happy. It’s great performing for other people and I like seeing my friends in the group having a good time too.

My family and friends think I’ve got much better – they say I’ve got a lot more confidence. I really like being the person I am now.

going on stage is brilliant. “ IItthink makes me feel really happy.”

I’ve done quite a lot of stuff now with Borderlines.

There’s been a Care Ambassador’s conference, we’ve done Shakespeare, and my favourite, Donkey Tales – funny stories about donkeys!

We’ve even got a name for our drama group – StrathCross.

When I first started coming to the theatre, I didn’t know what to expect.We played games and it was really fun.Then we moved on a bit more and started rehearsing for a play.

Michele in Donkey Tales.

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confidence to talk to patients – an area where other students are struggling. Likewise, the team at the theatre has given me the extra self-belief to just go for it – as well as giving me some of the biggest breaks in my career!

Borderlines projects JULY/AUGUST

Groups and Family Summer Workshops Welcome to Faceland - Make a play in a day and have fun creating characters and stories.

Come face-to-face with the characters who are part of our everyday lives and see what happens when they have to Face the Music.

SEPTEMBER Break the Silence - Drama and workshops exploring bullying: ways to stay safe and support each other and where to go for help.

A Legacy of Hope - Over 150 young people will come together to explore the themes of United Nations Holocaust Memorial Day. Developed with support from The Imperial War Museum Fellowship in Holocaust Education.

OCTOBER Respect - Exploring anti-social behaviour surrounding Bonfire Night and Halloween with a day of interactive workshops. Participants will create and show back small pieces of theatre.

NOVEMBER Crush - An interactive drama performance for young people 14+ exploring teenage relationships and challenging a culture where ‘love’ may be expressed through manipulation, exploitation and abuse.The performance is followed by workshops to explore the themes and issues.

DECEMBER World AIDS Day - in partnership with Staffordshire Buddies, work created by the Young Peoples Theatre Company and other groups and individuals raising awareness about HIV and AIDS and celebrating positive lives.

Worlds Beyond the Wardrobe - Devised theatre presentations based on characters and events in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

For further information about any New Vic Borderlines project contact Adhia Mahmood on: 01782 717954 Ext 309 or email amahmood@newvictheatre.org.uk

When auditions took place here for an ITV series called My Fragile Heart, the theatre put me forward for a part. I was lucky enough to get it – my first professional TV role.

And then last year, after leaving university, I auditioned for the New Vic’s production of Be My Baby. I got the part and had

Sarah in New Vic Youth Theatre production of The Government Inspector

“

An inspiring time”

Sarah in the New Vic Theatre production of Be My Baby

”

I was talking to an exmember who is now training to be a doctor. He says his experience here has given him more

FOR SCHOOLS

Education activities to support our production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

In–school Workshops Cost: £40 + VAT Duration:1 hour Class-sized group Key stages 1-3

Activity Pack – Cost £5 (+ VAT) – free with workshops Filled with resources for exploring the themes of the play, its historical roots and developing literacy Summer Holiday Projects Exciting projects for young people during July and August: Silly Scripts (7-11s), Musical Theatre Week (12-18s), Play in a Fortnight (11-18s).

Tale Trail Interactive storytime session for preschool children aged three and over and their parents or carers.

I was 11 when I realised I loved acting. I kept pestering my mum to send me to drama lessons and we found out about the New Vic Youth Theatre. I went to my first session at the age of 12 and I never looked back.

mostly young people are involved in around 100 projects at the New Vic – from reading clubs in primary schools to tackling car crime in North Staffordshire?

Education Projects

FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE

Sarah joined the New Vic Youth Theatre at the age of 12.

Now with a TV series, a stint in the National Youth Theatre and her professional stage debut under her belt, Sarah pays tribute to the team that helped make it all hap p e n

Youth Theatre was inspiring, I got such a buzz from it. There was something for everyone: some people wanted to pursue a career in acting, but most of my friends came because they could be with like-minded people and do something that gave them a massive sense of achievement. For me it was about doing what I loved and having great fun with good friends – it’s only later that you realise the kind of skills and confidence it Did You Know. . . equips you with. … Every year, over 1,000

Community

Drama Club Saturday morning drama sessions for children aged 6-10. (school term time) the absolute privilege of coming back to the New Vic as a professional.

Youth Theatre Create, watch and explore theatre in weekly after-school sessions for 10-12s, 13-15s and 16-18s

The Education department at the New Vic was, and still is, a really supportive, brilliant team. And instead of asking ‘what if?’, I’m actually pursuing my dream career. I’m not sure that that would be the case without them.

Revolve Our group for adults interested in gaining behind-the-scenes insights into our productions.

I’m actually pursuing my “ dream career. I’m not sure that that would be the case without them.

”

FOR ADULTS

To book contact Box Office 01782 717962

Check our web page for more information or contact Lynn Parry.

Tel: 01782 717954 Ext 356 Email: lparry@newvictheatre.org.uk

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confidence to talk to patients – an area where other students are struggling. Likewise, the team at the theatre has given me the extra self-belief to just go for it – as well as giving me some of the biggest breaks in my career!

Borderlines projects JULY/AUGUST

Groups and Family Summer Workshops Welcome to Faceland - Make a play in a day and have fun creating characters and stories.

Come face-to-face with the characters who are part of our everyday lives and see what happens when they have to Face the Music.

SEPTEMBER Break the Silence - Drama and workshops exploring bullying: ways to stay safe and support each other and where to go for help.

A Legacy of Hope - Over 150 young people will come together to explore the themes of United Nations Holocaust Memorial Day. Developed with support from The Imperial War Museum Fellowship in Holocaust Education.

OCTOBER Respect - Exploring anti-social behaviour surrounding Bonfire Night and Halloween with a day of interactive workshops. Participants will create and show back small pieces of theatre.

NOVEMBER Crush - An interactive drama performance for young people 14+ exploring teenage relationships and challenging a culture where ‘love’ may be expressed through manipulation, exploitation and abuse.The performance is followed by workshops to explore the themes and issues.

DECEMBER World AIDS Day - in partnership with Staffordshire Buddies, work created by the Young Peoples Theatre Company and other groups and individuals raising awareness about HIV and AIDS and celebrating positive lives.

Worlds Beyond the Wardrobe - Devised theatre presentations based on characters and events in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.

For further information about any New Vic Borderlines project contact Adhia Mahmood on: 01782 717954 Ext 309 or email amahmood@newvictheatre.org.uk

When auditions took place here for an ITV series called My Fragile Heart, the theatre put me forward for a part. I was lucky enough to get it – my first professional TV role.

And then last year, after leaving university, I auditioned for the New Vic’s production of Be My Baby. I got the part and had

Sarah in New Vic Youth Theatre production of The Government Inspector

“

An inspiring time”

Sarah in the New Vic Theatre production of Be My Baby

”

I was talking to an exmember who is now training to be a doctor. He says his experience here has given him more

FOR SCHOOLS

Education activities to support our production of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

In–school Workshops Cost: £40 + VAT Duration:1 hour Class-sized group Key stages 1-3

Activity Pack – Cost £5 (+ VAT) – free with workshops Filled with resources for exploring the themes of the play, its historical roots and developing literacy Summer Holiday Projects Exciting projects for young people during July and August: Silly Scripts (7-11s), Musical Theatre Week (12-18s), Play in a Fortnight (11-18s).

Tale Trail Interactive storytime session for preschool children aged three and over and their parents or carers.

I was 11 when I realised I loved acting. I kept pestering my mum to send me to drama lessons and we found out about the New Vic Youth Theatre. I went to my first session at the age of 12 and I never looked back.

mostly young people are involved in around 100 projects at the New Vic – from reading clubs in primary schools to tackling car crime in North Staffordshire?

Education Projects

FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE

Sarah joined the New Vic Youth Theatre at the age of 12.

Now with a TV series, a stint in the National Youth Theatre and her professional stage debut under her belt, Sarah pays tribute to the team that helped make it all hap p e n

Youth Theatre was inspiring, I got such a buzz from it. There was something for everyone: some people wanted to pursue a career in acting, but most of my friends came because they could be with like-minded people and do something that gave them a massive sense of achievement. For me it was about doing what I loved and having great fun with good friends – it’s only later that you realise the kind of skills and confidence it Did You Know. . . equips you with. … Every year, over 1,000

Community

Drama Club Saturday morning drama sessions for children aged 6-10. (school term time) the absolute privilege of coming back to the New Vic as a professional.

Youth Theatre Create, watch and explore theatre in weekly after-school sessions for 10-12s, 13-15s and 16-18s

The Education department at the New Vic was, and still is, a really supportive, brilliant team. And instead of asking ‘what if?’, I’m actually pursuing my dream career. I’m not sure that that would be the case without them.

Revolve Our group for adults interested in gaining behind-the-scenes insights into our productions.

I’m actually pursuing my “ dream career. I’m not sure that that would be the case without them.

”

FOR ADULTS

To book contact Box Office 01782 717962

Check our web page for more information or contact Lynn Parry.

Tel: 01782 717954 Ext 356 Email: lparry@newvictheatre.org.uk

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Spoil yourself!

Exhibitions

Events

Information

Craft Fair

Sat 7 Nov 11.00 am – 4.00 pm

The best of contemporary and traditional crafts from North Staffs Guild of Craftsmen.

NEW this year!

Especially for young children 10 - 24 December 11.15am and 1.00pm (various dates see calendar)

Join us on a magical journey!

27 July - 29 August

Place, Space & Identity - BArts

Images from this year's programme of arts projects capturing and reflecting on the changes brought about through regeneration in North Staffordshire

Tale Trail to Narnia

An exciting, interactive story-time event for children aged 3 – 5 and their families. Imagine stepping through the wardrobe into the mysterious land of Narnia. Join Lucy under the lamppost to explore the world of Mr Tumnus and lots of other wonderful characters.

21 Sept - 10 Oct

Newcastle in Bloom -

Organised by Newcastle Borough Council

This year's 'Newcastle in Bloom' photo exhibition features award-winning gardens, allotments and community projects from around the Borough, proudly showcasing the creativity and horticultural skill of our 'green-fingered' residents.

Half-hour music classes for babies and youngsters aged 6 months to 4 years action songs and rhymes, musical games, music movement and percussion fun - will run on Weds and Fri mornings from10am onwards during term-time at the New Vic Theatre. Please contact 01785 814077 for details.

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value for money prices.

Enjoy lunch or a pre-show meal with friends. Have a drink at the bar. Or simply spoil yourself with a cuppa and a delicious home-baked cake. If you’re coming for a pre-show dinner, why not call 01782 717954 ext. 325 and reserve a table?

Snacks - 10am - til interval Lunch - Noon til 2pm Closed - 3.30 - 5.30 Pre show - til interval (Bar til 11pm)

drink

Families: £2.50 per person Schools: £75 for a class-sized group

Weekly Term-time Classes

restaurant

Tableware generously supplied by

Wherever possible, the New Vic uses local produce and ingredients.

This 45 minute magical event is suitable for children aged 3 – 5 along with their parents, grandparents, carers or teachers.

Monkey music

t h e a t r e Home-made food at

1 - 19 September

The Art Bay 10 - Charity Exhibition A charity art exhibition, celebrating North Staffordshire, bringing together 20 original paintings from some of the region's most renowned artists to raise funds for The Donna Louise Trust and the New Vic Building Futures Appeal. See the online catalogue at www.creativestoke.co.uk

• Check with Front of House department for dates of exclusive preview nights for any of our exhibitions.

• To exhibit your work here, receive Preview Night invitations, please contact Front of House on: 01782 717954 ext 311.

12 Oct - 14 Nov Becoming - Staffordshire University Fine Art Students

A glimpse of the diverse works being created by students in level one of the Fine Art course at Staffordshire University. The works on show demonstrate the fledgling practices of artists finding their feet in the modern world.

17 Nov - 23 Jan

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Schools Exhibition

treat

Avoid the drinks rush!

Pre-order drinks using the interval slips provided at the bar.

Little extras

The Theatre Shop is a treasure trove of unusual greetings cards, handmade jewellery and unique gifts. Just right for your birthday gifts, special occasions or even just to treat yourself.

theatre shop

Enjoy theatre? Volunteering Like to get more involved?

Why not join the New Vic Vols?

As a New Vic Vol you’d be joining like-minded, local people who love theatre and give their time freely as part of our Front of House Department.

You might welcome patrons and show them to their seats, sell programmes and sweets, or help deliver publicity. You’d learn a lot about theatre, meet Our annual exhibition of artwork from local people and make a real contribution to the New Vic. Interested?

For more information contact David Sunnuck: children based on the Christmas show.

Tel: 01782 717954 (ext 311) email: dsunnuck@newvictheatre.org.uk

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Spoil yourself!

Exhibitions

Events

Information

Craft Fair

Sat 7 Nov 11.00 am – 4.00 pm

The best of contemporary and traditional crafts from North Staffs Guild of Craftsmen.

NEW this year!

Especially for young children 10 - 24 December 11.15am and 1.00pm (various dates see calendar)

Join us on a magical journey!

27 July - 29 August

Place, Space & Identity - BArts

Images from this year's programme of arts projects capturing and reflecting on the changes brought about through regeneration in North Staffordshire

Tale Trail to Narnia

An exciting, interactive story-time event for children aged 3 – 5 and their families. Imagine stepping through the wardrobe into the mysterious land of Narnia. Join Lucy under the lamppost to explore the world of Mr Tumnus and lots of other wonderful characters.

21 Sept - 10 Oct

Newcastle in Bloom -

Organised by Newcastle Borough Council

This year's 'Newcastle in Bloom' photo exhibition features award-winning gardens, allotments and community projects from around the Borough, proudly showcasing the creativity and horticultural skill of our 'green-fingered' residents.

Half-hour music classes for babies and youngsters aged 6 months to 4 years action songs and rhymes, musical games, music movement and percussion fun - will run on Weds and Fri mornings from10am onwards during term-time at the New Vic Theatre. Please contact 01785 814077 for details.

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value for money prices.

Enjoy lunch or a pre-show meal with friends. Have a drink at the bar. Or simply spoil yourself with a cuppa and a delicious home-baked cake. If you’re coming for a pre-show dinner, why not call 01782 717954 ext. 325 and reserve a table?

Snacks - 10am - til interval Lunch - Noon til 2pm Closed - 3.30 - 5.30 Pre show - til interval (Bar til 11pm)

drink

Families: £2.50 per person Schools: £75 for a class-sized group

Weekly Term-time Classes

restaurant

Tableware generously supplied by

Wherever possible, the New Vic uses local produce and ingredients.

This 45 minute magical event is suitable for children aged 3 – 5 along with their parents, grandparents, carers or teachers.

Monkey music

t h e a t r e Home-made food at

1 - 19 September

The Art Bay 10 - Charity Exhibition A charity art exhibition, celebrating North Staffordshire, bringing together 20 original paintings from some of the region's most renowned artists to raise funds for The Donna Louise Trust and the New Vic Building Futures Appeal. See the online catalogue at www.creativestoke.co.uk

• Check with Front of House department for dates of exclusive preview nights for any of our exhibitions.

• To exhibit your work here, receive Preview Night invitations, please contact Front of House on: 01782 717954 ext 311.

12 Oct - 14 Nov Becoming - Staffordshire University Fine Art Students

A glimpse of the diverse works being created by students in level one of the Fine Art course at Staffordshire University. The works on show demonstrate the fledgling practices of artists finding their feet in the modern world.

17 Nov - 23 Jan

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Schools Exhibition

treat

Avoid the drinks rush!

Pre-order drinks using the interval slips provided at the bar.

Little extras

The Theatre Shop is a treasure trove of unusual greetings cards, handmade jewellery and unique gifts. Just right for your birthday gifts, special occasions or even just to treat yourself.

theatre shop

Enjoy theatre? Volunteering Like to get more involved?

Why not join the New Vic Vols?

As a New Vic Vol you’d be joining like-minded, local people who love theatre and give their time freely as part of our Front of House Department.

You might welcome patrons and show them to their seats, sell programmes and sweets, or help deliver publicity. You’d learn a lot about theatre, meet Our annual exhibition of artwork from local people and make a real contribution to the New Vic. Interested?

For more information contact David Sunnuck: children based on the Christmas show.

Tel: 01782 717954 (ext 311) email: dsunnuck@newvictheatre.org.uk

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ARE YOU UNDER 26?

Then you can get New Vic tickets - for FREE! With the help of Arts Council England we re giving away 50 tickets every week to anyone under the age of 26.That s for any play, any night of the week, and they re absolutely free.

HOW TO BOOK YOUR FREE TICKETS Decide which play you’d like to see: Under 26s Go Free tickets are available for all this season’s plays.

You can also find details of these plays on our website.

Then talk to our Box Office: They can tell you more about the play, about getting here and anything else you need to know.

To book tickets In person: we’re on Etruria Road between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Hanley Tel: 01782 717962 Email: tickets@newvictheatre.org.uk or book online: www.newvictheatre.org.uk Pick up your tickets: You can pick up your tickets from our Box Office at any time (before the start of the show of course). Sorry, we can’t post tickets to you.You’ll need to bring along some ID with your date of birth on it.

If you’re under 16 For ten years, under 16s have been able to see our plays for free when accompanied by an adult (18 or over). This Under 16s Go Free scheme will continue.

The small print

• Please note that we have a limited number of Under 26s Go Free tickets which are subject to availability and will be allocated on a first come first served basis; • in order that as many people as possible can benefit from free tickets, a maximum of 2 Under 26s Go Free tickets per booking, per play, per transaction; • an Under 26s Go Free ticket can only be issued on production of ID that includes your date of birth, eg passport, driving license, proof of age card, or similar; • Under 26s Go Free tickets are only available for performances of theatre and not, for example, for concerts, dance or stand-up comedy; • if you are under 16, you must be accompanied by an adult (18+); • only one ticket per person per show; • in order to learn more about who’s using the scheme, Arts Council England have asked us to collect the following information for everybody using an Under 26s Go Free ticket: date of birth, name, address and email. Some events have adult content. Check when booking.

A Night Less Ordinary is an Arts Council England scheme in association with Metro, which will provide 618,000 free theatre tickets to anyone under 26 in more than 200 venues across England. For more information about the scheme visit www.anightlessordinary.org.uk

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Destination

Dreaming Spires As a New Vic Friend you ll have plenty of opportunity to take a look behind the scenes, finding out how we produce our homemade theatre here in Staffordshire.

You can also enjoy the regular trips we organise to theatres around the country.

“

I really enjoy the atmosphere and the Friends trips are excellent…it’s great for theatre lovers like me!

”

Our next theatre visit takes us to a spectacular venue, the Bodleian Library in Oxford, for a performance by Shakespeare’s Globe on Tour.

London’s famous Globe Theatre takes touring productions to beautiful and unusual venues around the country.This year their production is Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors.

Presented on an Elizabethan stage, the performance takes place in the historic surroundings of The University of Oxford’s Bodleian Library Quadrangle. You can also enjoy a drink in the medieval Divinity School, and hear a leading academic talk in the room that Charles 1 held a parliament!

And there will be time to have a look around Oxford.

For New Vic Friends, this is just one of the interesting and enjoyable days to be appreciated with like-minded people.

Why not make your friend a 'Friend'?

Do you know someone who would enjoy being a New Vic Friend?

A Friends membership is a thoughtful gift they can enjoy all through the year.

For details of how to make your friend a Friend contact Marketing on 01782 717539.

Events Diary Dress Rehearsals The Wicked Lady : Thurs 2 July The Daughter-in-Law : Thurs 24 Sept Bouncers : Thurs 15 Oct Read Through Bouncers : Mon 21 Sept Spotlight Director Theresa Heskins: Thurs 9 July 6pm Theresa will discuss the unique collaborations that went into the creation of The Wicked Lady Theatre Trip Sat 8 Aug 10.00am The Comedy of Errors by Shakespeare’s Globe on Tour presented by Oxford Playhouse at the Bodleian Library Quad For information on the New Vic Friends call 01782 717539 or email:kwilson@newvictheatre.org.uk website:www.newvictheatre.org.uk

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ARE YOU UNDER 26?

Then you can get New Vic tickets - for FREE! With the help of Arts Council England we re giving away 50 tickets every week to anyone under the age of 26.That s for any play, any night of the week, and they re absolutely free.

HOW TO BOOK YOUR FREE TICKETS Decide which play you’d like to see: Under 26s Go Free tickets are available for all this season’s plays.

You can also find details of these plays on our website.

Then talk to our Box Office: They can tell you more about the play, about getting here and anything else you need to know.

To book tickets In person: we’re on Etruria Road between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Hanley Tel: 01782 717962 Email: tickets@newvictheatre.org.uk or book online: www.newvictheatre.org.uk Pick up your tickets: You can pick up your tickets from our Box Office at any time (before the start of the show of course). Sorry, we can’t post tickets to you.You’ll need to bring along some ID with your date of birth on it.

If you’re under 16 For ten years, under 16s have been able to see our plays for free when accompanied by an adult (18 or over). This Under 16s Go Free scheme will continue.

The small print

• Please note that we have a limited number of Under 26s Go Free tickets which are subject to availability and will be allocated on a first come first served basis; • in order that as many people as possible can benefit from free tickets, a maximum of 2 Under 26s Go Free tickets per booking, per play, per transaction; • an Under 26s Go Free ticket can only be issued on production of ID that includes your date of birth, eg passport, driving license, proof of age card, or similar; • Under 26s Go Free tickets are only available for performances of theatre and not, for example, for concerts, dance or stand-up comedy; • if you are under 16, you must be accompanied by an adult (18+); • only one ticket per person per show; • in order to learn more about who’s using the scheme, Arts Council England have asked us to collect the following information for everybody using an Under 26s Go Free ticket: date of birth, name, address and email. Some events have adult content. Check when booking.

A Night Less Ordinary is an Arts Council England scheme in association with Metro, which will provide 618,000 free theatre tickets to anyone under 26 in more than 200 venues across England. For more information about the scheme visit www.anightlessordinary.org.uk

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Destination

Dreaming Spires As a New Vic Friend you ll have plenty of opportunity to take a look behind the scenes, finding out how we produce our homemade theatre here in Staffordshire.

You can also enjoy the regular trips we organise to theatres around the country.

“

I really enjoy the atmosphere and the Friends trips are excellent…it’s great for theatre lovers like me!

”

Our next theatre visit takes us to a spectacular venue, the Bodleian Library in Oxford, for a performance by Shakespeare’s Globe on Tour.

London’s famous Globe Theatre takes touring productions to beautiful and unusual venues around the country.This year their production is Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors.

Presented on an Elizabethan stage, the performance takes place in the historic surroundings of The University of Oxford’s Bodleian Library Quadrangle. You can also enjoy a drink in the medieval Divinity School, and hear a leading academic talk in the room that Charles 1 held a parliament!

And there will be time to have a look around Oxford.

For New Vic Friends, this is just one of the interesting and enjoyable days to be appreciated with like-minded people.

Why not make your friend a 'Friend'?

Do you know someone who would enjoy being a New Vic Friend?

A Friends membership is a thoughtful gift they can enjoy all through the year.

For details of how to make your friend a Friend contact Marketing on 01782 717539.

Events Diary Dress Rehearsals The Wicked Lady : Thurs 2 July The Daughter-in-Law : Thurs 24 Sept Bouncers : Thurs 15 Oct Read Through Bouncers : Mon 21 Sept Spotlight Director Theresa Heskins: Thurs 9 July 6pm Theresa will discuss the unique collaborations that went into the creation of The Wicked Lady Theatre Trip Sat 8 Aug 10.00am The Comedy of Errors by Shakespeare’s Globe on Tour presented by Oxford Playhouse at the Bodleian Library Quad For information on the New Vic Friends call 01782 717539 or email:kwilson@newvictheatre.org.uk website:www.newvictheatre.org.uk

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SAT 25 JULY

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10.00 am – 4.00 pm

-and be the first to get the gossip!

We want to talk to you At the New Vic we know it’s good to talk! And we want you to be the first to hear about the latest news, views and offers from your favourite theatre.

So let us keep you in the loop with our new email service. We’re sure you’ll find it a handy way to get all the backstage news and special offers – plus it helps save money and trees!

Hottest stories!

Read all about it! Get access to exclusive interviews, fabulous features and all the latest news from the New Vic.

Don’t worry about being bombarded – we promise you’ll only get two emails a month. It’s easy to unsubscribe and we will never give your address away to anyone else.

Why not join in and click with the New Vic today? It’s easy! Simply give us your email address next time you call our Box Office, or visit us online.

Competitions & offers

You’ll be in the know whenever we’re running a competition (such as our recent ticket giveaway to our world premiere of The Wicked Lady) or if we’re offering any special deals, so you’ll have a chance to get in first.

Get the latest from the New Vic straight to your inbox! Just visit www.newvictheatre.org.uk and click the Subscribe button. Or call the Box Office on 01782 717962

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Community

Backstage Tours

Come on round!

OPE N DAY Ever wondered what happens backstage here at the New Vic? What goes on in the lighting box?

How do you make stage-blood?

What does a stage manager do?

Careers Advice

Meet New Vic people, talk about their work and find out how we make theatre happen!

Tours Displays Workshops Entert ainment . . . and lots more Part of the West Midlands Cultural Olympiad

Try a Masterclass

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SAT 25 JULY

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10.00 am – 4.00 pm

-and be the first to get the gossip!

We want to talk to you At the New Vic we know it’s good to talk! And we want you to be the first to hear about the latest news, views and offers from your favourite theatre.

So let us keep you in the loop with our new email service. We’re sure you’ll find it a handy way to get all the backstage news and special offers – plus it helps save money and trees!

Hottest stories!

Read all about it! Get access to exclusive interviews, fabulous features and all the latest news from the New Vic.

Don’t worry about being bombarded – we promise you’ll only get two emails a month. It’s easy to unsubscribe and we will never give your address away to anyone else.

Why not join in and click with the New Vic today? It’s easy! Simply give us your email address next time you call our Box Office, or visit us online.

Competitions & offers

You’ll be in the know whenever we’re running a competition (such as our recent ticket giveaway to our world premiere of The Wicked Lady) or if we’re offering any special deals, so you’ll have a chance to get in first.

Get the latest from the New Vic straight to your inbox! Just visit www.newvictheatre.org.uk and click the Subscribe button. Or call the Box Office on 01782 717962

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Community

Backstage Tours

Come on round!

OPE N DAY Ever wondered what happens backstage here at the New Vic? What goes on in the lighting box?

How do you make stage-blood?

What does a stage manager do?

Careers Advice

Meet New Vic people, talk about their work and find out how we make theatre happen!

Tours Displays Workshops Entert ainment . . . and lots more Part of the West Midlands Cultural Olympiad

Try a Masterclass

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The Questionnaire What s the one item you couldn t live without?

The Red Button on my remote control. It s sad but I have to constantly check Ceefax and Teletext for any breaking sports news coming out of my beloved Liverpool Football Club!

What was the last thing that made you laugh?

Barcelona beating Manchester United in the Champions League Final.

What s the most surprising thing about you?

When I was young my Nanna took me along to a bowls tournament at her local WI. I won.

Talking bowls, B&Q and his beloved Liverpool FC is David Sunnuck.

Starting at the theatre as an Assistant Stage Manager 11 years ago, David has become a familiar face with audiences as the New Vic’s Front of House Manager. He lives in Newcastle with his wife, Alison.

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What s your philosophy?

I don t know who wrote it but I ve gone with it for years: Life ain t all you want but it s all you ave, so ave it. Stick a Geranium in your hat and be happy .

What book are you currently reading?

I m really into Jeffrey Deaver books which pull you in and are full of fantastic unpredictable twists. I ve just finished reading my (signed) copy of his latest book Broken Window and about to start another. If I m not reading his books it ll be DIY books!

What’s your guiltiest shopping secret?

Tools. B&Q will be giving me my own aisle soon. I feel like I spend half my weekends in there.

Who would be you ideal partner for a night at the theatre?

I rarely get to go to the theatre with Alison, my wife, because I tend to be working so that would be a novelty. If not her, then Steven Gerrard!

Bookings /Access /Concessions Bookings In Person Box Office open Mon - Sat 10.00am to start of performance. Closes 6pm on non-performance nights.

By Phone 24 hour booking service - 01782 717962 (answerphone out of Box Office hours).

By Post Cheques payable to New Vic Theatre (cheque guarantee card number & expiry date on reverse), include SAE and send to: New Vic Theatre, Etruria Road, Newcastle-under- Lyme, Staff s, ST5 0JG.

By Credit / Debit Card Quote number by telephone; show card on collection. Tickets booked by credit card are guaranteed sold and can be collected at any time or posted to you for 60p. Reservations held for 3 working days or 1 hr before performance whichever is earliest.We no longer accept Electron,Amex or Diners cards.

Online Book online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk (£1 booking fee per ticket.)

Exchanging Tickets We are sorry that no refunds can be made. 50p per ticket to exchange for another performance of same production - at least 3 days prior to date of original performance. Service free for package buyers.

First Night Fever All seats £11.50 (no concessions).

Audio Described Performances for New Vic Productions (please book min. 3 days in advance).

Content Productions may contain strong language and difficult content. Please check with Box Office prior to booking.

Large-print cast sheets available on request. Guide dogs welcome.

Loan copies of play scripts available from the Box Office on request.

Late Admissions Please note that latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance.

The New Vic reserves the right to vary the advertised programme and facilities if necessary and apologises for any in convenience.

E & OE

Tickets £7.50 Mon — Thurs; £10.00 Fri; £12.00 Sat for New Vic Productions; lowest advertised price less £2.00 concession (if available) for all other events.

A Companion ticket at lowest advertised price (less concession if eligible) per disabled patron.

A free Carer s ticket for patrons in receipt of Disability Living Allowance or Attendance Allowance.

Access Committed to providing access to the arts for all.

U16s Go Free For nominated events, an under 16 admitted free with an adult paying full or concessionary price.

U26s Go Free See page 44 for details. Some events have adult content. Check when booking.

Disabled Patrons Free parking close to entrance (please call to reserve a space), automatic doors, lift to 1st floor, ramped access to auditorium, disabled toilets.

New Vic Value Groups & Schools Groups of ten or more £2.00 off top two price bands for New Vic productions unless otherwise stated. School groups £8.50 any seat, any performance, unless otherwise stated.

Information

Magnetic induction loop in auditorium (not available for amplified performances). Infra-red assisted hearing system.

Captioned Performances for New Vic Productions.

Concessions* £2.00 off ticket prices for all New Vic productions for the following: Children / Full Time Students / Over 60s / People in Receipt of Means-Tested Benefits / Disabled Patrons In addition, if you are in receipt of Income Support, Income-based Jobseekers Allowance or Social Fund, tickets are only £1 for Monday and Tuesday performances of New Vic productions (Weds for Bouncers)**. *Conditions All concessionary tickets subject to availability; only one discount per ticket; proof of status may be required; no concessions for matinees or Saturday performances unless otherwise stated. **Maximum 2 tickets per person.

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The Questionnaire What s the one item you couldn t live without?

The Red Button on my remote control. It s sad but I have to constantly check Ceefax and Teletext for any breaking sports news coming out of my beloved Liverpool Football Club!

What was the last thing that made you laugh?

Barcelona beating Manchester United in the Champions League Final.

What s the most surprising thing about you?

When I was young my Nanna took me along to a bowls tournament at her local WI. I won.

Talking bowls, B&Q and his beloved Liverpool FC is David Sunnuck.

Starting at the theatre as an Assistant Stage Manager 11 years ago, David has become a familiar face with audiences as the New Vic’s Front of House Manager. He lives in Newcastle with his wife, Alison.

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What s your philosophy?

I don t know who wrote it but I ve gone with it for years: Life ain t all you want but it s all you ave, so ave it. Stick a Geranium in your hat and be happy .

What book are you currently reading?

I m really into Jeffrey Deaver books which pull you in and are full of fantastic unpredictable twists. I ve just finished reading my (signed) copy of his latest book Broken Window and about to start another. If I m not reading his books it ll be DIY books!

What’s your guiltiest shopping secret?

Tools. B&Q will be giving me my own aisle soon. I feel like I spend half my weekends in there.

Who would be you ideal partner for a night at the theatre?

I rarely get to go to the theatre with Alison, my wife, because I tend to be working so that would be a novelty. If not her, then Steven Gerrard!

Bookings /Access /Concessions Bookings In Person Box Office open Mon - Sat 10.00am to start of performance. Closes 6pm on non-performance nights.

By Phone 24 hour booking service - 01782 717962 (answerphone out of Box Office hours).

By Post Cheques payable to New Vic Theatre (cheque guarantee card number & expiry date on reverse), include SAE and send to: New Vic Theatre, Etruria Road, Newcastle-under- Lyme, Staff s, ST5 0JG.

By Credit / Debit Card Quote number by telephone; show card on collection. Tickets booked by credit card are guaranteed sold and can be collected at any time or posted to you for 60p. Reservations held for 3 working days or 1 hr before performance whichever is earliest.We no longer accept Electron,Amex or Diners cards.

Online Book online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk (£1 booking fee per ticket.)

Exchanging Tickets We are sorry that no refunds can be made. 50p per ticket to exchange for another performance of same production - at least 3 days prior to date of original performance. Service free for package buyers.

First Night Fever All seats £11.50 (no concessions).

Audio Described Performances for New Vic Productions (please book min. 3 days in advance).

Content Productions may contain strong language and difficult content. Please check with Box Office prior to booking.

Large-print cast sheets available on request. Guide dogs welcome.

Loan copies of play scripts available from the Box Office on request.

Late Admissions Please note that latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance.

The New Vic reserves the right to vary the advertised programme and facilities if necessary and apologises for any in convenience.

E & OE

Tickets £7.50 Mon — Thurs; £10.00 Fri; £12.00 Sat for New Vic Productions; lowest advertised price less £2.00 concession (if available) for all other events.

A Companion ticket at lowest advertised price (less concession if eligible) per disabled patron.

A free Carer s ticket for patrons in receipt of Disability Living Allowance or Attendance Allowance.

Access Committed to providing access to the arts for all.

U16s Go Free For nominated events, an under 16 admitted free with an adult paying full or concessionary price.

U26s Go Free See page 44 for details. Some events have adult content. Check when booking.

Disabled Patrons Free parking close to entrance (please call to reserve a space), automatic doors, lift to 1st floor, ramped access to auditorium, disabled toilets.

New Vic Value Groups & Schools Groups of ten or more £2.00 off top two price bands for New Vic productions unless otherwise stated. School groups £8.50 any seat, any performance, unless otherwise stated.

Information

Magnetic induction loop in auditorium (not available for amplified performances). Infra-red assisted hearing system.

Captioned Performances for New Vic Productions.

Concessions* £2.00 off ticket prices for all New Vic productions for the following: Children / Full Time Students / Over 60s / People in Receipt of Means-Tested Benefits / Disabled Patrons In addition, if you are in receipt of Income Support, Income-based Jobseekers Allowance or Social Fund, tickets are only £1 for Monday and Tuesday performances of New Vic productions (Weds for Bouncers)**. *Conditions All concessionary tickets subject to availability; only one discount per ticket; proof of status may be required; no concessions for matinees or Saturday performances unless otherwise stated. **Maximum 2 tickets per person.

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The Wicked Lady, Carry On Uncle Eric, How The Other Half Loves,The Daughter-in-Law, Bouncers Row A&PartG Row B&PartG Rows C-F

Mon - Thurs Full Price Concessions Fri & Sat Eve Full Price Concessions* Matinees Full Price Concessions F N Fe ver all seats Groups (10+) Schools groups=

£9.50 £7.50

£14.50 £12.50

£16.00 £14.00

£12.00 £10.00

£16.00 £14.00

£17.50 £15.50

£8.50 £8.50 £8.50 £6.50 £6.50 £6.50 £11.50 (no consessions) N/A £2.00 off £2.00 off £8.50 £8.50 £8.50

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Row A&PartG Row B&PartG Rows C-F

Mon - Thurs & Matinees Full Price £9.50 £14.50 £16.00 Concessions £7.50 £12.50 £14.00 Child Group N/A £11.50 £11.50 Fri & Sat Eve Full Price £12.00 £16.00 £17.50 Concessions £10.00 £14.00 £15.50 Child Group N/A £11.50 £11.50 Groups (10+) N/A £2.00 off £2.00 off Family of 4 £50.00(must include one adult and one child) Schools perf Full Price £14.00 £14.00 £14.00 Concessions £12.00 £12.00 £12.00 Child Group £8.50 £8.50 £8.50

* Fridays only = Any seat, any performance

Price band map

Rows A & part G Row B & part G R ows C — F

Talkback

Captioned Performances

First Night Fever

Audio Described Performances

* Schools performance

Sign Language Interpreted Performances

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Information

Calendar

Ticket prices

July Fri 3 Sat 4 Mon 6 Tues 7 Weds 8 Thurs 9 Fri 10 Sat 11 Mon 13 Tues 14 Weds 15 Thurs 16 Fri 17 Sat 18 Mon 20 Tues 21 Weds 22 Thurs 23 Fri 24 Sat 25

Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Snake Davis Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Cropper Welsh Roscoe Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Black Umfolosi Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Open Day Wicked Lady

August Tues 18 Carry On Uncle Eric Weds 19 Carry On Uncle Eric Thurs 20 Carry On Uncle Eric Fri 21 Carry On Uncle Eric Sat 22 Carry On Uncle Eric Mon 24 Carry On Uncle Eric Tues 25 Carry On Uncle Eric Weds 26 Carry On Uncle Eric Thurs 27 Carry On Uncle Eric Fri 28 Carry On Uncle Eric Sat 29 Carry On Uncle Eric Mon 31 Theatre closed September Weds 2 How the Other Half Loves Thurs 3 How the Other Half Loves Fri 4 How the Other Half Loves Sat 5 How the Other Half Loves Mon 7 How the Other Half Loves Tues 8 How the Other Half Loves Weds 9 How the Other Half Loves Thurs 10 How the Other Half Loves Fri 11 How the Other Half Loves Sat 12 How the Other Half Loves Mon 14 How the Other Half Loves Tues 15 How the Other Half Loves Weds 16 How the Other Half Loves Thurs 17 How the Other Half Loves Fri 18 How the Other Half Loves Sat 19 How the Other Half Loves Fri 25 The Daughter-in-Law Sat 26 The Daughter-in-Law Mon 28 The Daughter-in-Law Tues 29 The Daughter-in-Law Weds 30 The Boat Band

2.15

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

2.15

2.15

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

October Thurs 1 The Daughter-in-Law The Daughter-in-Law Fri 2 The Daughter-in-Law Sat 3 Mon 5 International Guitar Night Tues 6 The Daughter-in-Law Weds 7 The Daughter-in-Law Thurs 8 The Daughter-in-Law Fri 9 The Daughter-in-Law Sat 10 The Daughter-in-Law 2.15 Fri 16 Bouncers Sat 17 Bouncers Mon 19 Georgie Fame Tues 20 Koshka Weds 21 Bouncers Thurs 22 Bouncers Fri 23 Bouncers Sat 24 Bouncers Mon 26 Rich Hall Tues 27 Mosaik Weds 28 Bouncers Thurs 29 Bouncers Fri 30 Bouncers Sat 31 Bouncers November Mon 2 Terry Lightfoot Tues 3 Ian Siegal Weds 4 Bouncers Thurs 5 Bouncers Fri 6 Bouncers Sat 7 Craft Fair Bouncers 2.15 Thurs 12 Bouncers Fri 13 Bouncers Sat 14 Bouncers Sat 21 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Mon 23 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15* Tues 24 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Weds 25 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Thurs 26 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Fri 27 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Sat 28 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland December Tues 1 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Weds 2 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Thurs 3 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Fri 4 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Sat 5 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Mon 7 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

Tues 8

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

Tues 22

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

Fri 25 Sat 26 Mon 28 Tues 29 Weds 30 Thurs 31 January Fri 1 Sat 2 Tues 5 Weds 6 Thurs 7

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

Weds 9 Weds 9 Thurs 10 Fri 11 Sat 12 Mon 14 Tues 15 Weds 16 Thurs 17 Fri 18 Sat 19 Mon 21

Weds 23 Thurs 24

Fri 8 Sat 9 Tues 12 Weds 13 Thurs 14

7.30 7.30 7.30

Fri 15 Sat 16 Tues 19 Weds 20 Thurs 21

7.30 7.30

Fri 22 Sat 23

Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 7.30 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 7.30 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Waterson Carthy 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Froncysyllte Choir 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Theatre closed Theatre closed Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Theatre closed Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Pasadena Roof Orchestra Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Spiers and Boden Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Empirical Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

2.15 7.30 10.30* 10.30* 2.15* 10.30* 7.30 10.30* 7.30 2.15 7.30 10.30* 10.30* 2.15* 10.30* 7.30 10.30* 7.30 2.15 7.30 10.30* 10.30* 2.15* 10.30* 7.30 10.30* 7.30 2.15 7.30

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The Wicked Lady, Carry On Uncle Eric, How The Other Half Loves,The Daughter-in-Law, Bouncers Row A&PartG Row B&PartG Rows C-F

Mon - Thurs Full Price Concessions Fri & Sat Eve Full Price Concessions* Matinees Full Price Concessions F N Fe ver all seats Groups (10+) Schools groups=

£9.50 £7.50

£14.50 £12.50

£16.00 £14.00

£12.00 £10.00

£16.00 £14.00

£17.50 £15.50

£8.50 £8.50 £8.50 £6.50 £6.50 £6.50 £11.50 (no consessions) N/A £2.00 off £2.00 off £8.50 £8.50 £8.50

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Row A&PartG Row B&PartG Rows C-F

Mon - Thurs & Matinees Full Price £9.50 £14.50 £16.00 Concessions £7.50 £12.50 £14.00 Child Group N/A £11.50 £11.50 Fri & Sat Eve Full Price £12.00 £16.00 £17.50 Concessions £10.00 £14.00 £15.50 Child Group N/A £11.50 £11.50 Groups (10+) N/A £2.00 off £2.00 off Family of 4 £50.00(must include one adult and one child) Schools perf Full Price £14.00 £14.00 £14.00 Concessions £12.00 £12.00 £12.00 Child Group £8.50 £8.50 £8.50

* Fridays only = Any seat, any performance

Price band map

Rows A & part G Row B & part G R ows C — F

Talkback

Captioned Performances

First Night Fever

Audio Described Performances

* Schools performance

Sign Language Interpreted Performances

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Information

Calendar

Ticket prices

July Fri 3 Sat 4 Mon 6 Tues 7 Weds 8 Thurs 9 Fri 10 Sat 11 Mon 13 Tues 14 Weds 15 Thurs 16 Fri 17 Sat 18 Mon 20 Tues 21 Weds 22 Thurs 23 Fri 24 Sat 25

Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Snake Davis Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Cropper Welsh Roscoe Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Black Umfolosi Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Wicked Lady Open Day Wicked Lady

August Tues 18 Carry On Uncle Eric Weds 19 Carry On Uncle Eric Thurs 20 Carry On Uncle Eric Fri 21 Carry On Uncle Eric Sat 22 Carry On Uncle Eric Mon 24 Carry On Uncle Eric Tues 25 Carry On Uncle Eric Weds 26 Carry On Uncle Eric Thurs 27 Carry On Uncle Eric Fri 28 Carry On Uncle Eric Sat 29 Carry On Uncle Eric Mon 31 Theatre closed September Weds 2 How the Other Half Loves Thurs 3 How the Other Half Loves Fri 4 How the Other Half Loves Sat 5 How the Other Half Loves Mon 7 How the Other Half Loves Tues 8 How the Other Half Loves Weds 9 How the Other Half Loves Thurs 10 How the Other Half Loves Fri 11 How the Other Half Loves Sat 12 How the Other Half Loves Mon 14 How the Other Half Loves Tues 15 How the Other Half Loves Weds 16 How the Other Half Loves Thurs 17 How the Other Half Loves Fri 18 How the Other Half Loves Sat 19 How the Other Half Loves Fri 25 The Daughter-in-Law Sat 26 The Daughter-in-Law Mon 28 The Daughter-in-Law Tues 29 The Daughter-in-Law Weds 30 The Boat Band

2.15

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

2.15

2.15

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

October Thurs 1 The Daughter-in-Law The Daughter-in-Law Fri 2 The Daughter-in-Law Sat 3 Mon 5 International Guitar Night Tues 6 The Daughter-in-Law Weds 7 The Daughter-in-Law Thurs 8 The Daughter-in-Law Fri 9 The Daughter-in-Law Sat 10 The Daughter-in-Law 2.15 Fri 16 Bouncers Sat 17 Bouncers Mon 19 Georgie Fame Tues 20 Koshka Weds 21 Bouncers Thurs 22 Bouncers Fri 23 Bouncers Sat 24 Bouncers Mon 26 Rich Hall Tues 27 Mosaik Weds 28 Bouncers Thurs 29 Bouncers Fri 30 Bouncers Sat 31 Bouncers November Mon 2 Terry Lightfoot Tues 3 Ian Siegal Weds 4 Bouncers Thurs 5 Bouncers Fri 6 Bouncers Sat 7 Craft Fair Bouncers 2.15 Thurs 12 Bouncers Fri 13 Bouncers Sat 14 Bouncers Sat 21 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Mon 23 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15* Tues 24 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Weds 25 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Thurs 26 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Fri 27 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Sat 28 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland December Tues 1 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Weds 2 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Thurs 3 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Fri 4 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Sat 5 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Mon 7 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

Tues 8

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

Tues 22

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

Fri 25 Sat 26 Mon 28 Tues 29 Weds 30 Thurs 31 January Fri 1 Sat 2 Tues 5 Weds 6 Thurs 7

7.30 7.30 7.30 7.30

Weds 9 Weds 9 Thurs 10 Fri 11 Sat 12 Mon 14 Tues 15 Weds 16 Thurs 17 Fri 18 Sat 19 Mon 21

Weds 23 Thurs 24

Fri 8 Sat 9 Tues 12 Weds 13 Thurs 14

7.30 7.30 7.30

Fri 15 Sat 16 Tues 19 Weds 20 Thurs 21

7.30 7.30

Fri 22 Sat 23

Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 7.30 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 7.30 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Uncle Erics Winter Wonderland 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 2.15* Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Waterson Carthy 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 10.30* 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Froncysyllte Choir 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Tale Trail to Narnia 11.15 1.00 Theatre closed Theatre closed Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 7.30 Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2.15 Theatre closed Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Pasadena Roof Orchestra Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Spiers and Boden Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Empirical Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

2.15 7.30 10.30* 10.30* 2.15* 10.30* 7.30 10.30* 7.30 2.15 7.30 10.30* 10.30* 2.15* 10.30* 7.30 10.30* 7.30 2.15 7.30 10.30* 10.30* 2.15* 10.30* 7.30 10.30* 7.30 2.15 7.30

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How to get here

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Bus stop outside theatre 34 & 34A: Newcastle & Hanley.

Bus

The nearest station is Stoke-on-Trent. Connections to Birmingham, Manchester, Derby, Stafford, Crewe. Enquiries: 08457 484950

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PROUDLY MADE IN STAFFORDSHIRE

Parking Please contact Box Office to arrange reserved, free parking

Disabled

Please contact Box Office to arrange reserved, free parking

Coach / Minibus

£1 (free before 6.30pm and for four-in-a-car). Theatre is in residential area. Use car parks indicated. Theatre car park can be full at busy times! Leave time to use alternative parking approx 500 yards from theatre (see map). Cars parked at owners’ risk. N.B. don’t park at Polite Vicar wheel-clamping in force!

Car

The New Vic gratefully acknowledges the following for their generous support:

Lloyds TSB Foundation

The New Vic Theatre operates thanks to a unique partnership between Arts Council England, Staffordshire County Council, Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council and Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Box Office: 01782 717962 Charity Registration Number: 253242 Company Registration Number: 911924 Registered Office: Etruria Road, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 0JG

New Vic Theatre, Etruria Road, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffs, ST5 0JG

John Godber and the Bouncers phenomenon

Box Office: 01782 717962