Open Season 2017

Tue 13 June to Sat 23 July

01473 295900 wolseytheatre.co.uk

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Take Part in 2018

Open Season at the New Wolsey Theatre continues to go from strength to strength, and this year is no exception. Our local amateur, youth and community companies are ready to take over the stage with work that stretches from contemporary to musical theatre with plenty for all the family!

In this year’s season we’ll see four big musicals to rival the West End, and welcome back Ipswich Operatics & Dramatic Society who kick off the season straight after our PULSE Festival. Suffolk Soul Singers are back with songs guaranteed to get you on your feet, and Back to Basie will perform as part of the celebrated Ipswich Jazz Festival.

Horizon return this year with men in Lycra, Unscene Suffolk presents their adventures in gaming for young audiences, Kesgrave Amateur Theatre Society perform a dead good comedy, and we welcome Spinning Wheel Theatre Company with their version of a children’s classic.

So come and find us at the New Wolsey Theatre, New Wolsey Studio and the High Street Exhibition Gallery to see the fantastic range of performances and events on offer for 2017!

If you would like to take part next year, contact Marcus at: mneal@wolseytheatre.co.uk

Accessible Information The New Wolsey Theatre is a theatre for everyone and therefore strives to be as accessible as possible to all who come and enjoy our diverse programme of events, or just fancy coming in for a coffee.

For further information, visit: wolseytheatre.co.uk/access

British Sign Language Performances DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS Fri 16 June at 19.45 SEE PAGE 3

Audio Described Performance

TIME HACKERS

Sat 15 July at 1.30pm & 3.30pm SEE PAGE 7

Audio Described Performance

SISTER ACT

Rob Salmon

Sat 15 July at 2.30pm SEE PAGE 7

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR NEW WOLSEY THEATRE

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Tue 13 to Sat 17 June

Sat 17 June Spinning Wheel Theatre presents

THE SECRET GARDEN

Ipswich Operatic & Dramatic Society presents

DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS

Book by Jeffrey Lane Music and Lyrics by David Yazbek Based on the film “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” written by Dale Launer and Stanley Shapiro & Paul Henning

By Frances Hodgson Burnett Adapted and Directed by Amy Wyllie Designed by Becca Gibbs

IODS are delighted to be back at the New Wolsey after 20 years with this fabulous, musical version of the hit film, which starred Michael Caine and Steve Martin. Set on the sparkling French Riviera, the decadent world of sophisticated conman Lawrence Jameson is about to come crashing down with the arrival of Freddy Benson - a conman of an entirely different order!

The two go head-to-head in the con of their lives, pulling out all the stops in a bid for the money (and affections) of a millionaire soap heiress. What have they let themselves in for?

When Mary Lennox is orphaned she is bundled off to live with her uncle at the gloomy Misselthwaite Manor.

Sullen, spoilt and lonely, she begins to be entranced by the mysteries of the house and its gardens… but can she unlock the secrets that are held within? With the help of some unexpected friends – and an overgrown magical garden – her life, and the lives of those around her are transformed.

This Summer, Spinning Wheel Theatre’s charming and heartwarming adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s treasured childhood novel hits the road across East Anglia.

A joyful and uplifting tale of magic, friendship and hope, this is a show for all the family.

New Wolsey Theatre Tue 13 to Fri 16 June, 7.45pm Sat 17 June 12.30pm & 4.30pm British Sign Language Interpreted Fri 16 June at 7.45pm This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe) Ltd

New Wolsey Studio • 7pm

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Wed 21 to Sat 24 June

Sun 25 June Fleece Jazz presents

BACK TO BASIE

Appeal Theatre Group presents

Music by Jule Styne Book by Arthur Laurents Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

An event which is part of Ipswich Jazz Festival ipswichjazzfestival.org.uk

Gypsy is based on the true life memoirs of legendary burlesque entertainer, Gypsy Rose Lee. It tells the tale of Momma Rose and her two daughters, Baby June and Louise, trekking across America in their family vaudeville act.

But times are changing, audiences are expecting more, and the two girls have their own ambitions in mind.

The rise of burlesque is upon them, and nothing will ever be the same again for Momma Rose.

Orchestra with vocalist Jacqui Hicks

Directed by trumpet-player Paul Lacey, Back To Basie features London session musicians and jazz soloists all dedicated to the music of Count Basie’s legendary ‘Swingin’ Machine’ - straight ahead swing played with dynamics, good humour, and a large dose of the blues!

Launched in 2001, Back To Basie have since been presenting concerts with “accuracy and style” throughout Britain and Europe to great reviews.

Back To Basie has been voted Best Big Band in the British Jazz Awards six times - in seven years!

“If you’re looking for a good night out at the theatre this is the show for you” Ipswich Star on Oklahoma 2014 New Wolsey Theatre • 7.45pm Matinee • Sat 24 June, 2.30pm

“The music and the magic of Count Basie were back in town!”

Sunday Times

An amateur production by arrangement with Musicscope and Stage Musicals Limited of New York” at the bottom in small font as per other shows.

New Wolsey Theatre • 7.45pm

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Tue 27 to Fri 30

Thu 29 to Sat 1 July

Youth Perform! 2017 presents

WHO INVENTED THE SAUSAGE?!

Kesgrave Amateur Theatre Society presents

Following the sell-out success of The Vicar of Dibley, KATS, Kesgrave Amateur Theatre Society return to present Spirit Level a comedy by Pam Valentine.

Famous crime writer Jack Cameron and his wife Susie die in an accident and when they are refused entry into heaven, return to haunt the cottage they once lived in.

Life is dull until a young couple move in. With the help of a guardian angel, spooky fun and games ensue with an estate agent and an over-bearing mother-in-law!

Discoveries in science and technology have changed the world.

Archaeologists’ unearthed ancient civilisations, explorers found lost tribes… and Arthur Smith found £3.91 in a coat he’d forgotten he had at the back of his wardrobe.

We can’t all be great explorers, and discover the next big thing, but with help from children and young people from schools and community groups from all over Suffolk he might just answer some really big questions like… how does Argos work?

Who let the dogs out?

And who invented the sausage?

New Wolsey Studio • 7.45pm An amateur production by kind permission of Josef Weinberger.

New Wolsey Theatre • 7.30pm

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Sat 1 July

Wed 5 to Sat 8 July

SUFFOLK SOUL SINGERS

The award winning CTC proudly presents

Book by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay Lyrics by Johnny Mercer Music by Gene De Paul

Bursting with the rambunctious energy of the original MGM film, Seven Brides For Seven Brothers is all the boisterous fun and romance that harkens back to the glory days of the movie musical.

Set in Oregon in 1850, this truly rollicking adventure tells the story of Millie, a young bride whose plan to civilize and marry off her six rowdy brothers-in-law backfires when the brothers, in their enthusiasm, kidnap six women from the neighboring town to be their brides!

Suffolk Soul Singers return to the New Wolsey Theatre to bring you an evening of soul and gospel influenced music.

Led by Andi Hopgood, a Suffolk based vocalist with a love of jazz and improvisation, and accompanied by a live band, this community choir always packs its performances with a mixture of old and new foot stomping songs in rich four part harmony, that are guaranteed to get you on your feet.

“Cleverly arranged to showcase individuals and the whole group, we were soon clapping and singing along to hits from the likes of the Isley Brothers and Jimmy Cliff to Adele and Michael Jackson.”

Ipswich Star

New Wolsey Theatre • 7.45pm Matinee • Sat 8 July, 2.30pm www.thectc.co.uk @theCTC_Ipswich This amateur production is presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of NEW YORK

New Wolsey Theatre • 7.45pm suffolksoulsinge.onesuffolk.net

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Wed 12 to Sat 15 July

Sat 15 July Unscene Suffolk presents

TIME HACKERS!

IMAGE BY JAMES COTTELL

Co-op Juniors Theatre Company presents

Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Glenn Slater Book by Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner

A group of children ignore Grandma’s warning about the old games console in the attic, and find themselves sucked into a virtual world full of curious characters and perplexing problems.

A unique chance to see this exciting adventure story for young audiences, fresh from its tour of local primary schools. Unscene Suffolk is a community company of adults with visual impairment, whose performances are accessible to blind and sighted audiences.

Additional book material by Douglas Carter Beane Based on the Touchstone Pictures motion picture Sister Act written by Joseph Howard

After the huge success of Cats, Oliver!, The Phantom of the Opera and Starlight Express, the Co-op Juniors Theatre Company raises the roof and shouts hallelujah with the smashhit musical comedy Sister Act. With music by eight-time Oscar winner Alan Menken, this uplifting, high-energy musical was nominated for five Tony Awards. With a truly moving story and packed with powerful gospel music, including Take Me To Heaven, it’s reason to rejoice!

“Outstanding performances”, “Great atmosphere”, “Another fab show” Audience members, 2015-16 High Street Exhibition Gallery 1.30pm & 3.30pm

New Wolsey Theatre • 7.45pm Matinees • Fri 14 July, 4pm Sat 15 July, 2.30pm

Both performances will be Audio Described

Audio Described Sat 15 July at 2.30pm

Funded by Arts Council England and Suffolk Community Foundation through David and Jill Simpson Fund and De La Rue Family Fund.

Supported by the New Wolsey Theatre and Sensing Change.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe) Ltd.

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Wed 19 to Sat 22 July

Sun 23 July New Wolsey Theatre presents

BIG IDEAS 9: THE STORYMAKERS

Horizon Theatre presents

M.A.M.I.L (MIDDLE AGED MAN IN LYCRA) UK PREMIERE

Todays the day!

The Storymakers are going on an awesome adventure and you’ve been invited. Come and join the fun for some magical myths, silly stories, and tremendous tales where anything can happen – and you could become a storymaker too!

Members of the acclaimed New Wolsey Young Company will devise an interactive performance for children aged 3+ and their families. The performance will last for 25 minutes, and will involve moving around the space from one location to the next.

By Gregory Cooper Philip Steward as Bryan Cook Directed by John Hood Supported by The Pedal House, Hadleigh

Bryan Cook is a property developer who has accumulated a small fortune building leaking homes.

He’s a stressed out, self-medicating, self-loathing arse, killing himself to increase his bank balance while decreasing his golf score. When his business and life fall apart thanks to the global financial crisis, he joins a men’s cycling group to relieve stress and get healthy. Ultimately faced with his own mortality, he makes a few startling discoveries in various cracks and crevices.

Maps provided; bring your own imagination!

New Wolsey Studio 10.30pm, 11.45am 1pm, 2.15pm, 3.30pm 15 children per performance

New Wolsey Studio • 7.45pm

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CAFÉ BAR PRE-PERFORMANCE MENU

DUCK TERIYAKI £14.50

Flash roasted duck breast served on a warm noodle salad with sesame and teriyaki dressing.

FISH & CHIPS £13

Adnams beer battered cod with chips, garden peas, and tartare sauce. (gluten free available)

TWO Courses for £14.50

BEEF BOURGUIGNON £13.50

Tender beef slow cooked in red wine with bacon, garlic, mushrooms, onions, and thyme. Served with creamed mustard mash.

WILD MUSHROOM & ASPARAGUS RISOTTO £11.50

Served with parmesan and dressed with truffle oil.

(Vegan and gluten free available) SESAME TUNA SALAD £13.50

Sesame crusted tuna loin, pan seared and served on crisp mixed leaf salad, with chilli and ginger

SPRING CHICKEN POTTAGE £12.50

A light corn fed chicken casserole with leeks, green beans and garden peas. Served with new potatoes

Book your table with our Ticket Sales Team at least 24 hours before the show and save up to £7 against the on the day menu price.

Find out more & book your table at: wolseytheatre.co.uk/performancemenu

BREAD & BUTTER PUDDING

Layered butter brioche with white chocolate and raspberries served with vanilla ice cream BAKED LEMON CHEESECAKE

Topped with seasonal fruit compote CHEESE & BISCUITS

A trio of selected cheese, served with biscuits and red onion chutney.

MINI CHOCOLATE BROWNIE

Warm gooey brownie served with whipped cream served with tea or coffee of your choice

The Café bar is also open from: 10am Monday to Saturday

All at £5

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Step free seating is in row C and K

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Season Tickets Book 4+ shows and save 15% All performances start at Premium £20.50, Band A £16.50, Band B £12.50, Band C £10

Prices start at £10 Under 26 or Assisting Companion?

Your tickets start at £5 You don’t need to choose your seats at the New Wolsey Studio and High Street Exhibition Gallery ahead of time.

Just pick where you would like to sit when you arrive.

Book online: wolseytheatre.co.uk Call us: 01473 295900 or to book a group call 01473 295902 Visit us: We’re open 10am - 8pm, Mon to Sat. When there is no performance we close at 3pm.

Ticket prices are subject to change with demand

Booking a group?

Call our dedicated groups team on 01473 295902 Under 26 or Assisting Companion?

Your tickets are always £10 The not-so-small print: Season Tickets (when you book 4 or more shows in one transaction) and group discounts include shows at the New Wolsey Theatre only (excluding Who Invented The Sausage?! And Big Ideas 9) in Premium, Band A and Band B seats.

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Performance Schedule 2017 DATE Tue 13 June Wed 14 June Thu 15 June Fri 16 June Sat 17 June Sat 17 June Wed 21 June Thu 22 June Fri 23 June Sat 24 June Sun 25 June Tue 27 June Wed 28 June Thu 29 June Thu 29 June Fri 30 June Fri 30 June Sat 1 July Sat 1 July Wed 5 July Thu 6 July Fri 7 July Sat 8 July Wed 12 July Thu 13 July Fri 14 July Sat 15 July Sat 15 July Wed 19 July Thu 20 July Fri 21 July Sat 22 July

PERFORMANCE DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS THE SECRET GARDEN GYPSY GYPSY GYPSY GYPSY BACK TO BASIE WHO INVENTED THE SAUSAGE?!

WHO INVENTED THE SAUSAGE?!

WHO INVENTED THE SAUSAGE?!

SPIRIT LEVEL WHO INVENTED THE SAUSAGE?!

SPIRIT LEVEL SUFFOLK SOUL SINGERS SPIRIT LEVEL 7 BRIDES FOR 7 BROTHERS 7 BRIDES FOR 7 BROTHERS 7 BRIDES FOR 7 BROTHERS 7 BRIDES FOR 7 BROTHERS SISTER ACT SISTER ACT SISTER ACT SISTER ACT TIME HACKERS! M.A.M.I.L M.A.M.I.L M.A.M.I.L M.A.M.I.L

Sun 23 July

BIG IDEAS 9: THE STORYMAKERS…

TIME 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 12.30pm & 4.30pm 7pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 7.30pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 4.00pm & 7.45pm 2.30pm & 7.45pm 1.30pm & 3.30pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 7.45pm 10.30am, 11.45am, 1pm, 2.15pm & 3.30pm

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New Wolsey Theatre, Civic Drive, Ipswich IP1 2AS New Wolsey Studio, St Georges Street IP1 3NF 5 minutes walk from the New Wolsey Theatre HEG High Street Exhibition Gallery, High Street, Ipswich, IP1 3QH The not-so-small print: Ticket sales are subject to our current Terms and Conditions which can be viewed at www. wolseytheatre.co.uk/termsandconditions. All details in this brochure were correct at the time of going to print but we reserve the right to make alterations where necessary. Please visit our website for the most up to date information.

New Wolsey Theatre Company Ltd Chief Executive: Sarah Holmes. Reg in England: 03982202. Reg Charity No: 1082016