Norwich Theatre Royal August 15 - July 16

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PRICE BAND GUIDE FOR ALL EVENTS

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What’s on August 2015 - July 2016 Box Office: (01603) 63 00 00 Restaurant Booking: (01603) 59 85 77 A B C D E

Prices for each event are inside the brochure

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Priority on these seats is given to wheelchair users and those transferring from a wheelchair

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

Seat towards the ends of rows may have a restricted view.

This is reflected in the price of these seats.

Book Online: www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk Booking Form Inside Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich NR2 1RL Registered Charity No. 262259

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HHHHH EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS · BRISTOL POST BIRMINGHAM MAIL · NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE

Tuesday 25 August - Saturday 5 September Monday 17 - Saturday 22 August ANNIE, the world’s favourite family musical, comes to Norwich for only 8 performances, starring Craig Revel Horwood, the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing judge, as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan!

Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery and torment at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Determined to find her real parents, her luck changes when she is chosen to spend Christmas at the residence of famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Spiteful Miss Hannigan has Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Wed & other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search…

Thur mats With its award-winning book and score, this stunning new production includes the unforgettable songs It’s the Hard Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything But You and Tomorrow.

Don’t miss Annie – you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it!

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed, Thur & Sat 2.30pm Mon-Thur: a) £36.50

2 Fri & Sat: a) £39.50

b) £31.50 b) £34

c) £25.50 c) £28

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d) £21.50 d) £24

e) £8 e) £8

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A - D £10 OFF Wed & Thur mats Group Rates: Mon - Thur see page 59 for further info

Following its phenomenal run in 2012, the record-breaking sensation returns to Norwich for two weeks only!

Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions across the globe, this worldwide smash-hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives.

Featuring hit songs including Hungry Eyes, Hey! Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart-stopping (I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life, don’t miss your chance to see the fastest selling show in West End history.

You’ll have the time of your life!

Mon to Thur 7.30pm, Wed 2 Sept 2.30pm, Fri 5pm & 8.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Signed Performance: Sat 22 Aug, 2.30pm

Mon to Thur: Fri & Sat:

Audio Described Performance: Sat 22 Aug, 2.30pm

ON SALE NOW

a) £43.50 b) £39.50 c) £32.50 d) £27.50 e) £8 a) £48.50 b) £45 c) £39.50 d) £32.50 e) £8

Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands

Suitable for 12+ Groups 20+: £3 OFF, 40+: £4 OFF, 50+: £5 OFF, Bands A-D Tues – Thur 1st week only

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BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

“A BITINGLY FUNNY ADAPTATION OF A SHORT STORY BY SOMERSET MAUGHAM” The Guardian

Monday 14 - Saturday 19 September Tuesday 8 - Saturday 12 September

The war is over and the Skinner family is trying to return to normal.

Winner of seven 2013 Olivier Awards, this highly-acclaimed National Theatre production embarks on its first ever nationwide tour from December 2014.

Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world...

Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF mats only Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Tues to Thur and mats

Group Rates: Tues - Thur and Based on the award-winning novel by Mark Haddon, adapted mats see page 59 for further info

by Simon Stephens and directed by Marianne Elliott, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time is a thrilling new stage play from the National Theatre.

Audio Described: Sat 12 Sept, 2.30pm

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed, Thur & Sat 2.30pm

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a) £26

b) £23

c) £20

d) £17

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Signed Perf: Fri 11 Sept, 7.30pm

e) £8

Captioned: Wed 9 Sept, 2.30pm & 7.30pm

If only the blasted Government wasn’t such a nuisance with rationing preventing Cook from acquiring delicious delicacies. With daughter Laura returned from Africa, widowed but not alone, they prepare for the latest social gathering.

Rodney Ackland, who adapted the play from a short story by Somerset Maugham, has recently seen a huge resurgence in the popularity of his work, which is much admired by such artists as Dame Judi Dench, Bill Nighy and originally Dame Edith Evans and Sir John Gielgud.

Tom Conti is one of the most respected and celebrated actors of his generation.

Unforgettable as the leading man in Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence and Shirley Valentine, he has also appeared as myriad characters on Friends & Corporate Club: screen and stage. He was recently voted Most Popular Actor in the Half price first night West End alongside Dame Judi Dench.

‘An evening of chic style and sharp satirical substance’ FINANCIAL TIMES

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm a) £24 b) £21 c) £19 d) £18 ON SALE NOW Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands

e) £7

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mats only Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Tues to Thur eves Group Rates: Tues - Thur and mats see page 59 for further info

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F R O M T H E I N T E R N AT I O N A L LY A C C L A I M E D KNEEHIGH THEATRE

Monday 21 - Saturday 26 September Kneehigh is one of the world’s most celebrated theatre companies and their international hits include Brief Encounter and Tristan and Yseult.

Rebecca is timeless; the book beloved by generations and the iconic Alfred Hitchcock film a classic of the genre. Now Rebecca bursts onto the stage! Emma Rice, the award winning director, has created a spellbinding new production of Daphne du Maurier’s masterpiece which conjures Cornish romance and theatrical magic.

Rebecca is presented by David Pugh & Dafydd Rogers, the multi-award winning producers of Art, Brief Encounter, God of Carnage and Calendar Girls – in association with Steve & Jenny Wiener and the Theatre Royal Plymouth.

Eves 7.30pm Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm

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a) £25

b) £22.50

c) £19.50

d) £17

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e) £8

Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mats only Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £12 OFF Tues to Thur and mats Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Wed mat Group Rates: Tues - Thur and mats see page 59 for further information 7 Captioned Perfs Wed 23 Sept, 2.30pm & 7.30pm

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HHHHH ‘GRIPPING, SPECTACULAR AND MOVING’ THE TIMES

HHHHH DAILY MAIL

HHHHH THE INDEPENDENT

HHHHH DAILY EXPRESS

Tuesday 29 September - Saturday 3 October From best-selling author Jacqueline Wilson, the tale of plucky Hetty Feather is brought thrillingly to life on stage by award winning script writer Emma Reeves (CBBC’s The Story of Tracy Beaker) and the Olivier Award nominated director Sally Cookson, whose many five star productions include Peter Pan, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Under 18s Special Price: and Jane Eyre. With an original musical score by Benji Bower, circus skills and a huge heart, Hetty Feather is the perfect treat for Bands A - D £2 OFF Wed to Sat perfs the whole family! Suitable for ages 7+ Tues 7pm, Wed 10.30am & 5.30pm, Schools: Bands A - D £8.50 Wed 10.30am Thur 5.30pm, Fri 7pm, Sat 10.30am & 3pm First night: a) £12.50 Wed & Thur: a) £18.50 Fri & Sat: a) £20.50

b) £12.50 b) £16.50 b) £18.50

c) £12.50 c) £14.50 c) £16.50

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d) £12.50 d) £12.50 d) £14.50

e) £7 e) £7 e) £7

Signed Performance: Fri 2 Oct, 7pm Audio Described: Sat 3 Oct,10.30am

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'Terrific dancers, irresistible enthusiasm and glorious performances'

Terra Incognita photo: Elliott Franks

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Sunday Express

Thursday 8 - Friday 9 October The 3 Dancers, and other works Love, desire and betrayal are the ingredients of the shocking true story which inspired Picasso’s masterpiece, The Three Dancers. Rambert springs Picasso’s painting from the canvas to the stage, bringing to life his vivid Cubist imagery. Didy Veldman’s The 3 Dancers, with music by Elena Kats-Chernin, forms the centrepiece of this enthralling triple bill of dance.

The programme also features Terra Incognita, created by Shobana Jeyasingh. Set to Gabriel Prokofiev’s driving score, Rambert’s dancers journey to unknown lands in an atmospheric piece that evokes the sense of mystery that inspired ancient sea-farers.

Completing the line-up is Frames, choreographed by Alexander Whitley. 12 performers skilfully manipulate 70 interlocking metal bars, forming shapes, structures and spaces which, quite literally, frame their dancing in a different light.

Packed with thought-provoking drama, superb live music and world-class dancing, this is Britain’s national dance company at its most captivating.

Friday’s Insight matinee features an introduction by Mark Baldwin (Rambert’s Artistic Director), and performances of The 3 Dancers and Terra Incognita.

Eves 7.30pm, Mat Fri 1.30pm

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a) £24

b) £22

c) £20

d) £17

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e) £7

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A & B £7.50 OFF Thur eve Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £4 OFF Fri mat Under 25s: Bands A & B £10 Thur & Fri eves Schools: Bands B & C £7.50 Fri mat Group Rates: all perfs see page 59 for further information Pre-show Talk: Thur 8 Oct at 6.30pm in the Targetfollow Room at the theatre. Please order your free tickets direct from the Box Office.

Tuesday 13 - Saturday 17 October One of the funniest movies of all time is now a fabulously fun show that really would be a crime not to take a gamble on – after all, it has already been seen by over half a million people at London’s iconic Savoy Theatre. Now the major UK tour reaches Norwich - watch out, the Scoundrels are on their way!

The fantastic cast is led by Michael Praed, famous for his screen roles in Robin of Sherwood, Dynasty and as the star of The Sound of Music on stage. Joining him are Carley Stenson (Hollyoaks), Noel Sullivan (Rock Of Ages, We Will Rock You and Hear’Say) and Gary Wilmot (Oklahoma!, Oliver! and numerous stage appearances).

Based on the classic comedy film starring Sir Michael Caine and Steve Martin, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels will transport you to the French Riviera as two seasoned swindlers attempt to hoodwink a millionaire heiress. As the pair compete, they discover there is only room for one of them. !.Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed, Thur & Sat 2.30pm Wed & Thur mats:a) £37.50 b) £34.50 c) £21 d) £18.50 e) £8 Tues - Thur eves: a) £40.50 b) £36 c) £27.50 d) £23 e) £8 Fri & Sat: a) £44 b) £40.50 c) £34.50 d) £28.50 e) £8 ON SALE NOW Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF Tues Thur Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF Tues Thur Group Rates: Tues to Thur eves and Wed & Thur mats see page 59 for further information Captioned Performances: Thur 15 Oct, 2.30pm & 7.30pm

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‘AN UNFORGETTABLE MUSICAL TRIUMPH’ EVENING POST

BILL KENWRIGHT

BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

Refurbished earlier this year, The White Horse is a characterful, coastal pub, with a delicious seasonal menu and a cracking range of cask beers, wines and spirits to complement it.

Our bedrooms are pretty gorgeous too.

TIM ROGERS AS JUDAS ISCARIOT

GLENN CARTER

RACHEL ADEDEJI

AS JESUS

AS MARY MAGDALENE

Pop in and see us!

Monday 19 - Saturday 24 October

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JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR exploded onto the musical scene in 1971 – stunning audiences and changing the face of musical theatre forever. Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical tells the story of the last seven days in the life of Jesus through an extraordinary ground-breaking score. As compelling today as it was at its inception over forty years Over 60s Special Price: ago, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has some of musical theatre’s Bands A & B £7 OFF mats only most legendary songs from I Don’t Know How To Love Him, Everything’s Alright and Gethsemane through to, of course, Superstar.

Under 18s Special Price: Leading performer Glenn Carter returns as Jesus, a role he has played Bands A & B £10 OFF Mon to Thur eves in the West End, on Broadway and on film. Musical theatre star Tim Rogers, whose credits include Carousel and the title role in Jekyll & Group Rates: Mon to Thur Hyde, will play Judas Iscariot, while X-Factor finalist Rachel Adedeji and mats see page 59 for stars as Mary Magdalene. further information Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm Captioned: Eves: a) £36.50 b) £31.50 c) £26.50 d) £22 e) £8 Wed 21 Oct, 2.30pm & Mats: a) £31.50 b) £26.50 c) £22 d) £19 e) £8 7.30pm ON SALE NOW

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Audio Described: Sat 24 Oct, 2.30pm

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CELEBRATING THE 21ST ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATION’S FAVOURITE MOVIE

FEAR WILL HOLD YOU PRISONER.

HOPE CAN SET YOU FREE.

Bill Kenwright presents A new stage production inspired by the classic film

Based on the short novel by Adapted by

STEPHEN KING

Owen O’Neill

and

Dave Johns

Monday 26 - Saturday 31 October Despite protests of innocence, Andy Dufresne is handed a double life sentence for the brutal murder of his wife and her lover…

Incarcerated at the notorious Shawshank facility, he quickly learns that no one can survive alone. Andy strikes up an unlikely friendship with the prison fixer Red, and things take a slight turn for the better.

However, when Warden Stammas decides to bully Andy into subservience and exploit his talent for accountancy, a desperate plan is quietly hatched…

Regularly voted the number one all-time movie, starring Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins, Stephen King’s classic story takes to the stage in a new production which examines desperation, injustice, friendship and hope behind the claustrophobic bars of a maximum security penitentiary.

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm a) £27

b) £24

c) £21

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d) £19

e) £8

Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mats only Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Tues to Thur eves Group Rates: Tues - Thur and mats see page 59 for further information

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A TRICYCLE THEA AT TRE PROD DUCTION

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‘A PH HEENO OMEN NON’ S Sund ay Teelegraph

Susie B Blake

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c) £19 c) £27

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METRO

The Independent

LIZ VS. MAGGIE

Two enduring icons born in the same year. One destined to rule, the other elected to lead.

But when the stiff upper lip softened and the gloves came off, which one had the upper hand?

Moira Buffini’s celebrated new comedy speculates on what the world’s most powerful women really talked about behind closed palace doors.

Don’t miss your last chance to see this beautiful couple do what they do best live, in an intimate, passionate and explosive experience – it’s time for The Last Tango.

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm b) £23 b) £31.50

‘IRRESISTIBL Y MISCHIEV VOUS. SOVEREIGN FUN’’

Tuesday 10 - Saturday 14 November

Twenty years of dancing together has seen them become Strictly Come Dancing favourites, World Dance title-holders, create and star in their own West End productions – but now it is finally time for the nation’s best loved Argentine Tango Champions to say goodbye to the stage in a thrilling, new, live performance.

Mats: a) £29 Eves: a) £37.50

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‘A CLEVER, MISCHIEVOUS M PLEASU URE WITH THE SHARP P TEETH OF A KICKED C COR RGI’

d) £16.50 d) £21

e) £8 e) £8

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A-C £6 OFF first night

Be sure to bag a ticket for this wickedly funny and brilliantly astute West End smash hit comedy.

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF mats only

Starring Susie Blake as ‘The Queen’ Susie’s numerous TV credits include Coronation Street, Born And Bred, Singles and Mrs Brown’s Boys; she has appeared frequently with Victoria Wood and Russ Abbot and starred on stage in Wicked.

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A-C £5 OFF Tues to Fri and mats Group Rates: Tues to Fri and mats see page 59 for further information

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm a) £24

b) £21

c) £19

d) £18

e) £7

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Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Thur mat Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £12 OFF Wed to Thur and mats Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Thur mat Group Rates: Wed to Thur 17 and mats see page 59 for further information

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‘A Christmas cracker by a star Company’

Northern Ballet dancers in The Nutcracker. Photo Bill Cooper.

Entfuhrung photo: Richard Hubert Smith

Sunday Express

Tuesday 17 - Saturday 21 November Don’t miss Glyndebourne’s return to Norwich Theatre Royal with three diverse operas, stunning costumes and imaginative productions, all underpinned with breathtaking music and performances from the next generation of opera stars.

Tues 17 (7.15pm) & Thur 19 (2pm) Donizetti’s Don Pasquale Sung in Italian with English supertitles This vivacious comedy is about an old bachelor flattered into seeking a younger wife in the hope of taking revenge upon his nephew. The story is brought to life with opulent period staging and joyful music. A revival of Mariame Clément’s ‘handsome and clever’ (Daily Telegraph) production.

Wed 18 & Sat 21 (7.15pm) Mozart’s Die Entführung aus dem Serail Sung in German with English supertitles Mozart’s take on the glittering Orient - a stirring tale of abduction, escape and forgiveness, in a new staging by David McVicar. He ‘returns to Glyndebourne with a nigh-on perfect production of Mozart’s comedy...a vocal and visual treat.’ HHHHH The Stage Fri 20 (7.15pm) Handel’s Saul Sung in English with English supertitles An evening of massive choruses as well as magnificent solo singing.

Saul, the first King of Israel, crumbles before our eyes as he watches with increasing despair, the young hero David winning everyone’s heart – including that of his own son.

Eves 7.15pm, Thur mat 2pm

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a) £53

b) £47

c) £38.50

d) £29.50

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e) £8

Pre-performance Talks: will take place in the Town Close Room at the theatre on Tues, Wed & Fri 6.15-6.45pm.

Please order your free tickets direct from the Box Office when booking.

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £15 Tues & Sat Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Thur 2pm Saver Scheme: Book a full price ticket for Saul (Bands A-C) and get £10 off the same price tickets for Don Pasquale OR Die Entführung Group Rates: Tues & Wed see page 59 for further information Supertitles: are not visible from Stalls seats in Rows Q-W

Tuesday 24 - Saturday 28 November Christmas isn’t complete until you’ve experienced the magic of Northern Ballet’s The Nutcracker.

Share in Clara’s adventures as she is swept away by her Nutcracker Prince into an enchanting winter wonderland. Performed to Tchaikovsky’s enduring score, played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, David Nixon OBE’s The Nutcracker awakens childlike imagination in us all.

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Tues to Thur eves and mats Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Tues to Thur eves and mats

With everything you expect from this seasonal favourite, The Nutcracker Schools: Bands C & D has Northern Ballet’s unique magic scattered throughout. £8.50 Thur mat only Book now to see this sell-out success for yourself and guarantee your Group Rates: Tues - Thur most magical Christmas yet. eves and mats see page 59 for further information Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm a) £37.50

b) £31

c) £27

d) £23.50

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e) £8

Family Ticket: 4 people (max 2 adults), Bands A & B 19 £85, buy up to 3 additional child seats for £11 each, Tues to Fri eves only

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Tuesday 1 - Saturday 5 December Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £14 Thur & Sat Hailed as the theatrical event of our generation, winning more awards mats than any other play in history, this landmark production from the Under 18s Special Price: National Theatre has thrilled audiences in the West End, on Broadway Bands A & B £14 Wed & Thur and throughout the world with its epic and wildly imaginative staging, eves raw emotion, evocative score, lashing rain and chilling suspense.

Schools: £8.50 Bands A - D When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling Wed mat, Bands C&D Thur mat family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his Group Rates: investigations into the death of a young woman. His startling Wed - Thur and Sat mat see revelations shake the very foundations of their lives and challenge us page 59 for further information all to examine our consciences.

Captioned Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed, Thur & Sat 2.30pm Performance: Thur 3 Dec 2.30pm a) £24 b) £21 c) £19.50 d) £17.50 e) £7 Audio Described 21 ON SALE NOW Performance: Sat 5 Dec 2.30pm Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands From Stephen Daldry, the Oscar nominated Director of The Reader, The Hours and Billy Elliot, comes the multi award-winning West End production of J.B. Priestley’s classic thriller, An Inspector Calls.

Michelin-star chef, Galton Blacckiston, ew review. gives our kitchens a rave revie

Contact us to discuss how we can design your perfect kitchen.

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DECEMBER 2015 Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur

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HAPPY NEW YEAR 10.30 ....2.30 ..............7.30 ..............1.00...5.00 ..............1.00...5.00 ..............4.00..............7.30 10.30 .... ...........6.30 10.30 .... .......................7.30 10.30 ....2.30 ..............7.30 ..............1.00...5.00 .............. ...........4.00 ..7.30 10.30 .... .......................6.30 10.30 .... .......................5.30 ..............2.30 ..............7.30 ..............1.00...5.00

Concessions apply to all highlighted performances Over 60s/Under 18s Special Price: Bands A-D £2 OFF Group Rates: All highlighted perfs see page 59 for further information Signed Performances: Sat 9 Jan 2.30pm & 7.30pm Audio Described: Mon 4 Jan 1pm Fri 8 Jan 7.30pm Sat 16 Jan 2.30pm

Captioned: Sun 10 Jan 1pm & 5pm

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Relaxed performance: Fri 15 Jan 5.30pm Especially suited to those with autism.

Further details on page 62 Book in person or by phone on 01603 630000

Highlighted in Black

a) £19.50

b) £17.50

c) £14.50

d) £12

e) £7

c) £16.50

d) £13.50

e) £7

All other performances

a) £21.50

b) £19.50

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Monday 25 - Saturday 30 January

Tuesday 19 - Saturday 23 January

Based on Billy Wilder’s Academy Award-winning 1950 film of the same title, Sunset Boulevard weaves a magnificent tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition.

If the creation of the world was shaped by fire and ice, then so it will be with Cirque de Glace - an ice show beyond imagination.

Cirque de Glace brings to life the story of the creation of our planet, man’s evolution and a journey to the limits of technology as a stunning ice spectacular.

Combining dazzling ice dance from the internationally renowned Russian Ice Stars with the world of cirque, made famous by Cirque du Soleil. This promises a thrilling, breathtaking experience filled with music, colour, incredible costumes and jaw-dropping acrobatics to give you an evening of pure entertainment that's out of this world!

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm Tues - Thur: Fri & Sat:

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a) £28.50 b) £25 a) £32.50 b) £28

c) £22 c) £25

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d) £18.50 e) £8 d) £21.50 e) £8

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A & B £5 OFF first night

The plot revolves around Norma Desmond, a faded star of the silent screen era, living in the past in her decaying mansion on the fabled Los Angeles street. When young screenwriter Joe Gillis accidentally crosses her path, she sees in him an opportunity to make her comeback to the big screen. “You used to be in pictures – you used to be big?” Joe Gillis asks, to which Norma responds, “I am big… it’s the pictures that got small!”. Their subsequent passionate and volatile relationship leads to an unforeseen and tragic conclusion.

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A – C £8 OFF Thur mat

Winner of 7 Tony Awards including Best Musical, this lush and sweeping tale of Hollywood’s darker side features one of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s best scores, including the hit songs With One Look, As If We Never Said Goodbye and the number one hit The Perfect Year.

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A – D £15 all perfs

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm

Group Rates: Tues - Thur see page 59 for further info

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a) £21.50

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The legendary

Photo : Chris Nash

“The company has barely looked on more optimistic form” Guardian

Thursday 4 - Friday 5 February Fresh from celebrating its 20th Anniversary, Richard Alston Dance Company leaps into its third decade with characteristic panache, and a programme of works bearing the Alston hallmarks of musicality and sculptural grace.

Associate Choreographer Martin Lawrance, creator of Theatre Royal favourites Madcap and Burning, brings his latest work Gambit. Made to an explosive percussive score by Julia Wolfe, Gambit sees all ten dancers leap, turn and light up the stage.

Monday 1 - Tuesday 2 February The World Premiere of a brand new musical.

‘The Hoff’, iconic star of BAYWATCH and KNIGHT RIDER, plays an extrovert, party-going DJ and night club owner in Ibiza. His teenage daughter arrives to stay for the summer and he has to cope with being a single parent to a girl who wants to meet boys and live the party life. Suddenly his motto is “do as I say, not as I did!”

Underscoring this coming of age tale of love, laughter and friendship are a string of hits from the epic collection LAST NIGHT A DJ SAVED MY LIFE from record number one Everything I Do I Do it For You to MC Hammer’s Can’t Touch This to Ride on Time, back to a Saturday Night when Things Can Only Get Better, and The Only Way Was Up. Girls wanted to Spice Up Their Life and friends promised I’ll Be There For You. We dare you not to dance!

From the makers of Dreamboats and Petticoats and Boogie Nights comes a heart-warming and hilarious story promising to be the party night of the year!

“Gambit is a cracker… the energy is so high you barely draw breath until it’s over” Guardian Alston’s newest work Mazur is a tribute to the music of Chopin, particularly his Mazurkas, in which he expressed his longing for his Polish homeland. Mazur received a 5 star review in the Financial Times on its premiere in London.

“The evening was given wings by Mazur… a fascinating, echoing in the memory work” Financial Times Brisk Singing celebrates the music of Jean Phillippe Rameau, genius of the French baroque. Alston has revived this uplifting dance for 8 dancers, carried along by the warmth and lightness of spirit in Rameau’s music.

“Alston’s response to the helium-buoyed rhythms of Rameau’s Les Boréades of 1764 is all joy.” Independent on Sunday

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d) £25.50

e) £8

Signed Perf: Tue 2 Feb 7.30pm

Eves 7.30pm a) £20.50 b) £19

c) £16.50

d) £13.50

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e) £7

Under 25s Special Price: Bands A & B £7 all perfs Group Rates: All perfs see page 59 for further info PRE-PERFORMANCE TALK: will take place in the Targetfollow Room at the theatre on Thursday 4 Feb at 6.30pm. Tickets are FREE but must be booked in advance from the Box Office.

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Monday 8 - Saturday 13 February Get ready for the ride of your life as the ultimate party, PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT THE MUSICAL returns to Norwich in 2016 due to overwhelming popular demand!

Based on the smash-hit movie, the feel-good international hit sensation PRISCILLA is the heart-warming, uplifting adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship and end up finding more than they could have ever dreamed of. With a dazzling array of outrageous costumes and a hit parade of dancefloor classics including It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, Hot Stuff, Finally, Boogie Wonderland, Go West, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, and I Love The Nightlife, rush to get your tickets today for this wildly fresh and funny hit musical that will take you on a journey to the heart of FABULOUS!

Mon to Thur 7.30pm, Fri 5pm & 8.15pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm Fri 5pm: a) £29.50 b) £23.50 Mon to Thur: a) £39.50 b) £32.50 Fri 8.15pm & Sat: a) £42.50 b) £34

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Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A- C £8 OFF first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Mon to Thur & Fri 5pm Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Mon to Thur & Fri 5pm Group Rates: Tues to Thur & Fri 5pm page 59 for further information Audio Described Performance: Fri 12 Feb 5pm Signed Performance: Sat 13 Feb 2.30pm

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THE SNOW MAIDEN

THE NUTCRACKER

The Snow Maiden

GISELLE

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia The Orchestra of the Russian State Ballet Thursday 18 – Saturday 20 February The acclaimed ballet company return to Norwich following their sell-out season earlier this year Giselle, Thursday 18 February at 7.30pm The most poignant of all classical ballets is filled with dramatic passion in a chilling and heart-rending tale of love, treachery and forgiveness from beyond the grave. The moving story of delicate Giselle and her aristocratic but duplicitous lover Albrecht is set to a glorious score.

The Snow Maiden, Friday 19 February at 2.30pm & 7.30pm Based on a traditional folk-tale, set in the snow covered landscape of rural Russia, this seasonal sparkler follows the Snow Maiden as she dances into the human world. Captivated by the colourful village and the people who live there, she ventures too far and is swept up by feelings of love, temptation and betrayal.

When finally she surrenders herself completely and warms to love, her heart melts in a tragic embrace.

The Nutcracker, Saturday 20 February at 2.30pm & 7.30pm This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve. When midnight strikes we are swept away to a fairy-tale world where nothing is quite as it seems, toy dolls spring to life, the Mouse-king and his mouse-army battle with the Nutcracker Prince and we travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins...

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mats only Eves 7.30pm, Mats Fri & Sat 2.30pm Under 18s Special Price: Eves: a) £35 b) £32 c) £28 d) £24 e) £8 Bands A & B £8 OFF Thur eve Mats: a) £29.50 b) £26.50 c) £22.50 d) £19.50 e) £8 and mats

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Thursday 25 – Sunday 28 February Showcasing the finest in traditional circus craft and skill, Cirque Berserk! brings this treasured form of live entertainment bang up-to-date in a jaw-dropping spectacular – created especially for the theatre.

Blending contemporary cirque skills with thrilling stunt action, this astoundingly talented international troupe includes over thirty jugglers, acrobats, aerialists, dancers, musicians, death-defying stunt men and of course the award-winning clown, Tweedy.

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A & B £5 OFF first The show also features the world’s most dangerous circus act - the night legendary motorcycle ‘Globe of Death’. Don’t miss it!

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Fri 2.30pm “Great for kids - and even better for adults!” The Sun

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“Adrenaline pumping entertainment!” Sunday Mirror “Leaves one breathless with excitement” Daily Telegraph Thur 7.30pm, Fri & Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sun 2pm & 5pm a) £28.50 b) £25 c) £19.50 d) £18 e) £8 SEE PAGE 34 FOR DATES TICKETS GO ON SALE Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A – D £8 OFF Fri 7.30pm and Sat & Sun perfs Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Fri 2.30pm Group Rates: All perfs see page 59 for further info

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Monday 29 February - Saturday 5 March Another Sunday night shift. The smell of bread baking. The industrial thump, thump, thump of the machines that never stop. The ovens are cranked up to full blast, the factory is humming, and everyone wants to be somewhere else.

But this shift is going to be different. Because when a crisis hits the factory, the men have more to lose than just their wages...

From the writer of the international hit One Man, Two Guvnors, Richard Friends & Corporate Club: Bean’s brilliantly observed drama stars the Olivier Award winning actor Half price first night Matthew Kelly. After receiving huge critical acclaim in London in 2014, this funny and moving play now comes to Norwich for one week only. Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mats only “Matthew Kelly is mesmerising.” Daily Telegraph Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £12 OFF Tues to Thur and mats

This production was originally performed at Park Theatre, London.

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page Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon

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Open Day

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Annie Annie Annie Annie Annie Annie

.......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

2 2 2 2 2 2

Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing

.......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 .....................................5.00.........8.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

3 3 3 3 3

Dirty Dancing

.......................................................7.30 3

SEPTEMBER Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing Dirty Dancing

.......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 .....................................5.00.........8.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

3 3 3 3 3

Curious Incident of the Dog ...................................................7.30 4 Curious Incident of the Dog.................2.30..........................7.30 4 Curious Incident of the Dog.................2.30..........................7.30 4 Curious Incident of the Dog ...................................................7.30 4 Curious Incident of the Dog.................2.30..........................7.30 4 SOLD OUT Jimmy Carr .......................................................7.30 Before The Party .......................................................7.30 5 Before The Party .......................................................7.30 5 Before The Party ....................2.30..........................7.30 5 Before The Party .......................................................7.30 5 Before The Party .......................................................7.30 5 Before The Party ....................2.30..........................7.30 5 Tree Fu Tom 1.00............3.30 ..........................

51 Rebecca .......................................................7.30 6 Rebecca .......................................................7.30 6 Rebecca ....................2.30..........................7.30 6 Rebecca .......................................................7.30 6 Rebecca .......................................................7.30 6 Rebecca ....................2.30..........................7.30 6 SOLD OUT Dara O Briain .......................................................8.00 Ministry of Science 10.30.............................................7.00 51 Hetty Feather .......................................................7.00 9 Hetty Feather 10.30...........................5.30 .........

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OCTOBER Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

Hetty Feather Hetty Feather Hetty Feather Michala Jane School

.....................................5.30 ......... .......................................................7.00 10.30..........3.00.......................... .......................................................7.30

9 9 9 51

Josh Widdicombe

.......................................................8.00 51

Rambert Rambert Robert Cray Broadland Dance

.......................................................7.30 ....................1.30...........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.00

10 10 51 52

Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

.......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

11 11 11 11 11

Jesus Christ Superstar Jesus Christ Superstar Jesus Christ Superstar Jesus Christ Superstar Jesus Christ Superstar Jesus Christ Superstar

.......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

13 13 13 13 13 13

Shawshank Redemption Shawshank Redemption Shawshank Redemption Shawshank Redemption Shawshank Redemption Shawshank Redemption

.......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

15 15 15 15 15 15

Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

The Last Tango The Last Tango The Last Tango The Last Tango The Last Tango The Last Tango Norfolk Schools Project Stewart Lee

.......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 ....................2.30.......................... .......................................................7.30

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Handbagged Handbagged Handbagged Handbagged Handbagged Brit Floyd

.......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30

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Glyndebourne Opera Glyndebourne Opera Glyndebourne Opera Glyndebourne Opera Glyndebourne Opera

.......................................................7.15 .......................................................7.15 ....................2.00 ......................... .......................................................7.15 .......................................................7.15

18 18 18 18 18

The Nutcracker The Nutcracker The Nutcracker The Nutcracker The Nutcracker

.......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

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DECEMBER Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

An Inspector Calls An Inspector Calls An Inspector Calls An Inspector Calls An Inspector Calls RAF in Concert

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Snow White Snow White Snow White Snow White Snow White Snow White

22 22 22 22 22 22

....................2.30..........................7.30 ....................1.00 ........5.00......... ....................2.30..........................7.30 10.30..........2.30..........................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 ....................2.30..........................

MERRY CHRISTMAS Snow White ....................2.30..........................7.30 Snow White ....................1.00 ........5.00.........

Snow White ....................2.30..........................7.30 Snow White ....................2.30..........................7.30 Snow White ....................2.30..........................7.30 Snow White ....................1.00 ........5.00.........

22 22 22 22 22 22

JANUARY 2016 Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun

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Snow White

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Cirque De Glace Cirque De Glace Cirque De Glace Cirque De Glace Cirque De Glace

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Sunset Boulevard Sunset Boulevard Sunset Boulevard Sunset Boulevard Sunset Boulevard Sunset Boulevard Brendan Cole

.......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 ....................3.00..........................7.30

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FEBRUARY Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

Last Night A DJ Saved My Life................................................7.30 26 Last Night A DJ Saved My Life................................................7.30 26 Richard Alston Dance Company............................................7.30 27 Richard Alston Dance Company............................................7.30 27 Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac ..................................................7.30 53 Priscilla Queen of the Desert.................................................7.30 Priscilla Queen of the Desert.................................................7.30 Priscilla Queen of the Desert.................................................7.30 Priscilla Queen of the Desert.................................................7.30 Priscilla Queen of the Desert...............................5.00.........8.15 Priscilla Queen of the Desert ..............2.30..........................7.30 Paul Carrack .......................................................7.30

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Siberian State Ballet Siberian State Ballet Siberian State Ballet

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Cirque Berserk Cirque Berserk Cirque Berserk Cirque Berserk Toast

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Toast Toast Toast Toast Toast

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Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty......................................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty......................................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty...2.30..........................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty......................................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty...2.30..........................7.30

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King Charles III King Charles III King Charles III King Charles III King Charles III King Charles III

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English Touring Opera English Touring Opera English Touring Opera Tap Factory Tap Factory Tap Factory

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Hairspray Hairspray Hairspray

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Hairspray Hairspray

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MARCH Snow White Snow White Snow White

HAPPY NEW YEAR Snow White 10.30..........2.30..........................7.30 22 Snow White ....................1.00 ........5.00.........

22 Snow White ....................1.00 ........5.00.........

22 Snow White Snow White Snow White Snow White Snow White Beyond The Barricade

.....................................4.00.........7.30 10.30........................... .........6.30 10.30.............................................7.30 10.30..........2.30..........................7.30 ....................1.00 ........5.00......... .......................................................7.30

22 22 22 22 22 52

Snow White Snow White Snow White Snow White

.....................................4.00.........7.30 10.30.............................................6.30 10.30...........................5.30 ......... ....................2.30..........................7.30

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AUGUST 2015

Gold Friends and Corporate Club booking opens for all highlighted shows Friends postal, fax, and online (from 9.30am) booking opens for all highlighted shows Friends booking in person and by phone opens for all highlighted shows Public postal, fax, and online (from 9.30am) booking opens for all highlighted shows Public booking in person and by phone opens for all highlighted shows

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That’ll Be The Day

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Northern Ballet Swan Lake......................................................7.30 Northern Ballet Swan Lake......................................................7.30 Northern Ballet Swan Lake...................2.30..........................7.30 Tortoise & The Hare 11.30...........1.30...........................

Northern Ballet Swan Lake......................................................7.30 Northern Ballet Swan Lake...................2.30..........................7.30

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RSC A Midsummer Night’s Dream.........................................7.30 RSC A Midsummer Night’s Dream.........................................7.30 RSC A Midsummer Night’s Dream......1.30...........................7.30 RSC A Midsummer Night’s Dream.........................................7.30 RSC A Midsummer Night’s Dream......1.30...........................7.30

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The James Plays The James Plays

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The Bodyguard The Bodyguard The Bodyguard The Bodyguard The Bodyguard

.......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

The Bodyguard The Bodyguard

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The Bodyguard The Bodyguard The Bodyguard The Bodyguard

....................2.30..........................7.30 .......................................................7.30 .......................................................7.30 ....................2.30..........................7.30

Britten Sinfonia

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JUNE Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun

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KEY TO ACCESS PERFORMANCES see pages 62 & 63 for details

SIGNED PERFORMANCE AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE RELAXED PERFORMANCE

GET TOGETHER GROUP see page 57 for details

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HHHHH THE HERALD

‘UNFORGETTABLE An eye-popping delight.’

OBSERVER

Tuesday 8 - Saturday 12 March Matthew Bourne’s dazzling production of Sleeping Beauty has won the hearts of thousands and smashed box office records across the UK and the USA since its premiere.

A gothic romance for all ages, Sleeping Beauty is now back by popular demand.

Don’t miss this unique chance to experience a new classic in New Adventures’ growing repertoire - it might just be another 100 years before she re-awakens...

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm a) £39

b) £33.50

c) £27.50

d) £23.50 e) £8

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Mozart

Gluck

Praise for English Touring Opera’s 2015 season

Cast includes

‘EXQUISITE’ ‘A DREAM... ETO IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS’ ‘ENTHRALLING’ Guardian

Telegraph

Monday 14 - Saturday 19 March Following a sold-out run at the Almeida Theatre and a critically acclaimed West End season, Mike Bartlett’s multi award-winning new play King Charles III comes to Norwich.

ETO presents two operas showing great composers at the very height of their powers.

The Queen is dead: after a lifetime of waiting, the prince ascends the throne. A future of power. But how to rule?

Directed by the Almeida Theatre’s artistic director Rupert Goold, this ‘bracingly provocative and outrageously entertaining new play’ (The Independent) explores the people underneath the crowns, the unwritten rules of our democracy, and the conscience of Britain's most famous family.

Book now for the must-see play of the year.

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Monday 21 – Wednesday 23 March

b) £24

c) £20

d) £18

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e) £8

Robert Powell Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mats only Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Tues to Thur and mats Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Wed mat Group Rates: Tues to Thur and mats see page 59 for further information

Mozart’s Don Giovanni (Mon 21 & Tues 22) Sung in English Is Don Giovanni a hero who defies all authority, or villain, a faker, and a murderer? It is for you to decide, but whichever way you are pulled, Mozart and Da Ponte’s masterpiece is a musical and dramatic whirlwind – from the first bars of the magnificent score to the chilling supernatural conclusion.

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A & B £10 OFF Wed eve Saver Scheme:Buy a full price ticket for Don Giovanni (Bands A & B) and get £10 off the same price ticket for Iphigenie

Gluck’s Iphigénie en Tauride (Wed 23) Sung in French with English surtitles visible from all seats One of the most refined and perfect of operas. A beautiful account of the Group Rates: All perfs see meeting of Iphigenia and Orestes in the aftermath of the Trojan War, with page 59 for further information characters like gods and a goddess like a child, it is an eloquent, heart-wrenching masterpiece.

Pre-Performance Talks: Eves 7.30pm will take place in the Town a) £36 b) £28.50 c) £21 d) £17 e) £8 Close Room at the theatre (6.30pm). Please order your SEE PAGE 34 FOR DATES TICKETS GO ON SALE free tickets direct from the Box Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands Office when booking.

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‘AS LIGHT AND BOUNCY AS A BUBBLE OF GUM’ Tuesday 29 March - Saturday 2nd April

The smash hit musical comedy Hairspray is touring the UK and Ireland with a brand new production, guaranteed to have you dancing the night away!

Thursday 24 – Saturday 26 March A breathtaking show in the genre of STOMP, TAP DOGS and BLUE MAN GROUP. This tremendously visual, and highly exciting, show features the world’s best tap dancers and international musicians as they blend the art of dance, percussion, comedy, and cirque acrobatics.

This dynamic work was created by Vincent Pausanias and comes to the UK direct from sell out tours in Europe and South America. This amazing fully choreographed spectacular features mind blowing live percussion, and gorgeous male dancers and acrobats to set your pulses racing.

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A & B £5 OFF first night

With urban, tap dance, hip hop, comedy, and aerial acrobatics.

You will be amazed and thrilled by this high octane spectacular.

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Sat mat

Eves 7.30pm, Mat Sat 2.30pm a) £23.50

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d) £17

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It’s Baltimore, 1962 where Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, is on a mission to follow her dreams and dance her way onto national TV. Tracy’s audition makes her a local star and soon she is using her new-found fame to fight for equality, bagging local heartthrob Link Larkin along the way!

Star casting is to be announced soon so don’t miss this irresistible feel-good show that will have you smiling for days - let your hair down and book now!

Tues - Thur & Sat 7.30pm Fri 8pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A - C £8 OFF Fri eve

Eves: Mats:

Group Rates: All perfs see page 59 for further information

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b) £41 b) £36

c) £38 c) £29.50

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d) £32 d) £25

e) £8 e) £8

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £7 OFF Wed mat Under 18s Special Price: Bands A &B £7 OFF Tues – Thur Group Rates: Tues – Thur see page 59 for further information Audio Described: Wed 30 Mar, 2.30pm

Photo taken from the 2015 UK Tour company.

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Tuesday 19 - Saturday 23 April

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Tues to Thur eves and mats

Haunted by the tragic death of his brother, and confused by his feelings towards his two best friends, Anthony looks to the water for answers – in whatever form they take.

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Tues to Thur eves and mats

With all the beauty for which Swan Lake is renowned, Northern Ballet brings you a modern take on an iconic classic.

Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Thur mat

This tale of love and obsession, choreographed by David Nixon OBE, is performed to Tchaikovsky’s beautiful and moving score, played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia.

Group Rates: Tues to Thur eves and mats see page 59 for further information

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm

Family Ticket: 4 people (max 2 adults), Bands A & B £85, buy up to 3 additional child seats for £11 each, Tues to Fri eves only

Tuesday 26 - Saturday 30 April The nation’s favourite Shakespeare play is performed as never before; magically intertwining professional and amateur actors, deep in an enchanted wood on Midsummer’s night. During its tour of the UK, catch the show in Norwich where local amateur group The Common Lot will perform with professional actors from the Royal Shakespeare Company.

This is an arrangement between the RSC and Equity.

a) £37.50

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c) £27

d) £23.50

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Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 1.30pm a) £25

b) £22.50

c) £19.50

Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mats only Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £12 OFF Wed to Thur eves and mats Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Thur mat Group Rates: Wed to Thur eves and mats see page 59 for further information Captioned: Thur 28 April 1.30pm

d) £17

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Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 May When The James Plays premiered in Autumn 2014, the critical and public impact was extraordinary. Described by The Telegraph as ‘better than Shakespeare’ and ‘Rona Munro's thrilling trilogy could be the finest history plays ever penned’ The James Plays sold out their run at the Edinburgh International Festival and the National Theatre in London. Now returning for a high-profile UK and international tour, these plays represent theatre-making at its very best. Please note the trilogy is only available to book as a complete whole.

By Rona Munro Directed by Laurie Sansom Exhilarating and vividly imagined, The James Plays bring to life three generations of Stewart kings who ruled Scotland from 1406 - 1488.

Photos: Manuel Harlan & Robert Day. Contain previous cast

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The Independent

“Furiously exciting”

THE JAMES PLAYS

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“The most elating things you’ll see all year.

Thrillingly authoritative.”

HHHHH Time Out

JAMES I: THE KEY WILL KEEP THE LOCK

JAMES II: THE DAY OF THE INNOCENTS

JAMES III: THE TRUE MIRROR

Prisoner of England for 18 years, James is delivered back to his homeland, with an English bride, to reign as James I of Scotland.

Returning to a troubled nation, he faces terrible choices if he is to save himself, his Queen and the crown.

Crowned King at aged six, James II is a puppet in a vicious game between Scotland’s most powerful families. As he approaches adulthood, James must fight for his crown whilst the nightmares of his childhood torment him.

Charismatic, cultured, and obsessed with grand gestures, James III is loved and loathed by his nation. Scotland’s future may lie with his resourceful and resilient wife, Margaret of Denmark. Can she rescue a struggling nation?

Onstage seating Why not place yourself at the heart of the action by booking an onstage seat? Built into the set in the style of choirstalls, there are just 40 of these unreserved seats available. Facing out to the auditorium, they form a people’s parliament overlooking the courts of James I, II and III and so, unusually, you will share the performer’s perspective. Only available to book by phone or in person. These seats are £24 per trilogy.

Please note these performances contain strong language, flashing and strobe lighting, violent scenes, nudity and are not suitable for children.

Recommended age 14+.

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A-D £10 OFF each trilogy Group Rates: Sat & Sun see page 59 for further information Lunch at 1.30pm: Mixed cold platter (vegetarian option), any drink & dessert £21.50 Dinner at 6pm: 2 courses (vegetarian options) & any drink £30

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b) £80

c) £68

d) £58

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Includes table seating, booking via Box Office essential (available online, by phone or in person)

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Tuesday 24 May - Saturday 4 June THE BODYGUARD, the award-winning musical based on the blockbuster film, is heading to Norwich Theatre Royal starring three-time Brit nominee and X-Factor winner, ALEXANDRA BURKE* as Rachel Marron. Direct from its smash-hit West End run, the show is here for only two weeks!

Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don't expect is to fall in love.

A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, THE BODYGUARD features a whole host of Whitney Houston's greatest hits including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, Jesus Loves Me, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the greatest hit songs of all time – I Will Always Love You.

THE BODYGUARD is ‘THE RUNAWAY GOLD-PLATED MUSICAL HIT’ (Daily Mail) *Alexandra Burke is not scheduled to perform at midweek or Saturday matinees including any revised matinee performances. The producers of The Bodyguard cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist, which is always subject to illness and holidays. Please check website for details.

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed 25, Thur 26, Sat 28, Wed 1 & Sat 4 2.30pm Mon - Thur: a) £43.50 Fri & Sat: a) £48.50

b) £39.50 c) £32.50 b) £45 c) £39.50

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HHHHH ‘THE HOTTEST TICKET IN TOWN’ Sunday Mirror Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A & B £5 OFF first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Wed & Thur mats 1st week Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Wed mat 2nd week Group Rates: Mon to Thur see page 59 for further information Signed Perf: Sat 4 June 2.30pm Audio Described: Thur 26 May 2.30pm Captioned: Wed 1 June 2.30pm

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Over 60s Special Price: Bands A&B £8 OFF Thur mats Under 18s Special Price: Bands A&B £8 OFF Thur mats Group Rates: Bands A&B only Mon - Thur see page 59 for further information Captioned Performance: Wed 20 July 7.30pm

Wednesday 29 June – Saturday 30 July Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm (no mat Thur 30 June) Mon-Thur & mats: a) £55 b) £49.50 c) £45 d) £37.50 Fri & Sat eves: a) £57.50 b) £52 c) £48.50 d) £39.50 ON SALE NOW

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Signed Performance: Wed 27 July 7.30pm Audio Described Performance: Wed 27 July 7.30pm

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BOX OFFICE: (01603) 63 00 00

Saturday 15 August

OPEN DAY

10am – 4pm FREE Come along and have a look behind the scenes. See the dressing rooms where the stars prepare for their performances. Stand centre stage in the spotlight. Have a go at lighting, sound, ‘flying’ and stage management.

Loads of activities, talks and demonstrations.

Open to all and ideal for families.

Sunday 20 Sept, 1pm & 3.30pm

MINISTRY OF SCIENCE LIVE

Join CBeebies star, Tree Fu Tom, as he takes to the stage in his first nationwide ‘live’ tour!

Follow Tom, Twigs, Ariela and friends on an action packed adventure through the magical world of Treetopolis!

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

Be part of the magic!

Suitable for under ones

WARNING. WARNING. Please keep your head firmly on your shoulders, and your arms, legs and feet inside the ride at all times – Ministry of Science Live is about to explode onto the Theatre Royal stage!

© BBC and FremantleMedia MMX

Adults: a) £14 b) £14 c) £14 d) £14 e) £7 Under 18s: a) £12 b) £12 c) £12 d) £12 e) £7

Brown&Co is proud to sponsor GoGoDragons! A Wild in Ar t event being br b ought to Norwich by Break B charity.

Monday 28 Sept, 10.30am & 7pm

TREE FU TOM

FAMILY TICKET: (4 people, incl at least 1 adult): Bands A-D £46 UNDER ONES FREE

This is not your ordinary science show – it comes with a bang. It comes with a whoosh. But most of all it comes with a hovercraft built on stage…. oh, and a human cannon too...!

Adults: a) £14.50 b) £14.50 c) £14.50 d) £14.50 e) £7 Under 18s: a) £12.50 b) £12.50 c) £12.50 d) £12.50 e) £7 Schools: Bands A-D £8, plus 1 free with every 10 bought

Sunday 4 October, 7.30pm

ALICE IN WONDERLAND

Michala Jane School of Dance

RESIDENTIALL. COMMERCIAAL. AGRICULTTURRAL.

As the nation celebrates the end of World War II, towns and villages across the land prepare to welcome home their returning heroes. But for some the fallen brave will not be returning. The news of Alice’s Dad is still fresh in her tears and she would do anything to escape to another place, a place where nothing is real, or so it seems…

Join the cast and special guests as they retell the most magical fairytale all in aid of the Royal British Legion.

a) £17.50 b) £15 c) £12.50 d) £10 e) £7

We act in all things properrty.

Tuesday 6 October, 8pm

JOSH WIDDICOMBE

Saturday 10 October, 7.30pm

ROBERT CRAY

What Do I Do Now….

Special guest: Shawn Jones

As seen on Channel 4’s The Last Leg, BBC 2’s Mock the Week and QI, BBC 1’s Live at the Apollo and Have I Got News For You and ITV 1’s The Jonathan Ross Show. And as heard on BBC5Live’s Fighting Talk and XFM’s The Josh Widdicombe Show. Soon to be seen in his own sitcom Josh on BBC3 this autumn.

Plus support. 14+

Legendary guitar musician and singer-songwriter Robert Cray returns to Norwich following No 1 chart success with his 2014 studio release In My Soul.

Previous accolades include 5 Grammy wins, 15 Grammy nominations, and multi-platinum selling albums. a) £29.50 b) £29.50 c) £29.50 d) £29.50 e) £8

a) £16.50 b) £16.50 c) £16.50 d) £16.50 e) £7

Brown & Co Norwich 01603 629871 norwich@brown-co.com brown-co.com ON SALE NOW

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BOX OFFICE: (01603) 63 00 00 Sunday 11 October, 2.30pm & 7pm

BROADLAND DANCE SCHOOL 2015 A vibrant spectacle for all the family, showcasing the dance and performance skills of over 200 talented local young people. a) £13 b) £11 c) £9.50 d) £8 e) £7 UNDER THREES FREE

Sunday 8 November, 2.30pm

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Sunday 8 November, 7.30pm

NORFOLK SCHOOLS PROJECT

STEWART LEE

A performance by the children of three local schools of their own operas based on Donizetti’s Don Pasquale.

Due to popular demand Stewart has added an extra date, so if you missed out last time grab your tickets now to see his brand new live show with fresh material in preparation for his next BBC2 series of STEWART LEE’S COMEDY VEHICLE. 16+

A Room With a Stew

Tickets are free but must be booked in advance from the Box Office.

This performance will be Captioned

"More skilful and playful than ever" The Guardian ★★★★

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BOX OFFICE: (01603) 63 00 00

Sunday 31 January, 3pm & 7.30pm

Saturday 6 February, 7.30pm

BRENDAN COLE

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

A Night to Remember Brendan, one of Strictly Come Dancing’s most charismatic choreographers and performers, will host this show throughout, as he leads his cast on a journey of music and dance in a spectacular night of theatrical entertainment. a) £36.50 b) £31 c) £27 d) £27 e) £8

a) £21 b) £21 c) £21 d) £21 e) £8 16+

Sunday 15 November, 7.30pm

BRIT FLOYD Space & Time World Tour

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Celebrating five decades of Pink Floyd, from their creation in 1965 right through to the release of their brand new album The Endless River, this amazing new show includes performances from all Pink Floyd’s biggest-selling albums, including The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals, The Wall and The Division Bell.

Brit Floyd will take you on an incredible musical journey and combine the latest sound and lighting technology to create a performance that is as sonically perfect as it is visually awesome.

“The perfect rock show” LA Times

Sunday 6 December, 7.30pm

RAF IN CONCERT

75th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain 75 years on from the historic battle, the bands of the Royal Air Force present an evocative and rousing evening of musical entertainment that captures the essence of 1940’s Britain and tells the story of how the spirit and capability of those who took part endures in the professionalism of the people who make up today’s RAF. a) £25 b) £22 c) £22 d) £19 e) £8 Groups of 10+: Bands A-D 10% off

Monday 11 January, 7.30pm

Wednesday 6 April , 7.30pm

Recognised internationally as the world's leading Fleetwood Mac tribute show, and with the priceless golden seal of approval from founding member Mick Fleetwood, this stunning show takes you on an epic musical journey through changing eras and styles, from the exciting sound of the sixties London blues scene right through to the Sunday 14 February, 7.30pm staggering commercial success of the PAUL CARRACK seventies and eighties, and beyond.

Legendary Sheffield-born singer, Replicating perfectly the power and songwriter and former frontman of subtlety of Fleetwood Mac at their Ace, Squeeze and Mike & The brilliant best; Rumours of Fleetwood Mechanics returns to the road.

Mac perform all the classic hits live Recently dubbed by the BBC as 'The including Black Magic Woman, Man with the Golden Voice', Paul is Albatross, Go Your Own Way, Dreams, undoubtedly a key figure in British pop Gypsy, Say You Love Me, Sara, Oh history, an all-rounded musical talent.

Diane, Little Lies, Everywhere and many And as his devoted fans know all too more. well, a Paul Carrack show is always something very special.

"A stunning and incredibly accurate snapshot of the world’s first a) £28.50 b) £28.50 c) £26 Super Group" SUNDAY TIMES d) £23 e) £8 a) £23.50 b) £23.50 c) £21 d) £21 e) £7

BEYOND THE BARRICADE

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

Recreating original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, this cast of past principal performers from Les Miserables present the nation’s favourite musical theatre concert.

Featuring songs from Phantom, Jesus Christ Superstar, Jersey Boys, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon and many more, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables.

Prepare for a nostalgia party Northern Ballet extravaganza as the legendary That’ll Be TORTOISE & THE HARE The Day returns with its brand new 30th Anniversary Special!

Once upon a time there was a speedy Hare who never stopped talking about The nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety how fast he could run. Tired of being spectacular features a fantastic line up teased for his slowness, Tortoise of knock-out hits from the 50s, 60s & challenged him to a race. No one 70s, plus more side-splitting comedy. thought he could win, but life is full of surprises!

Early booking is advised as this This is the perfect opportunity for ever-popular show attracts a big Sunday 19 June, 7.30pm your little ones to enjoy live ballet, audience of music lovers BRITTEN SINFONIA music and theatre. ready to party!

a) £21 b) £19 c) £18 d) £17 e) £7

a) £32.50 b) £29.50 c) £29.50 d) £29.50 e) £8

30th Anniversary Special

Friday 22 April, 11.30am & 1.30pm

“This show just gets better and better” The Telegraph a) £26 b) £25 c) £24 d) £22 e) £8

These child friendly performances last approximately 40 minutes Adults: a) £7 b) £7 c) £7 d) £7 e) £7 Under 18s: a) £6 b) £6 c) £6 d) £6 e) £6

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IAN BOSTRIDGE DIRECTS Britten Sinfonia once again joins forces with acclaimed tenor Ian Bostridge in a performance which includes one of Benjamin Britten’s seminal works, Serenade for tenor, horn and strings. a) £27 b) £24 c) £21 d) £14 e) £8

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Shows at SITUATED 14 CHAPELFIELD NORTH, NORWICH NR2 1NY

Thur 3 – Sat 5 December 2015, 7.30pm YOUTH THEATRE COMPANY WOMEN OF TROY

by Euripides Adapted by David Lambert The Trojan War is over, and the women are left as widows and orphans. Led by Hecuba, one-time queen of Troy, they attempt to retain their dignity as their entire world collapses around them. One of the greatest tragedies of Ancient Greek theatre, brought to life in a modern and dramatic production.

Tickets £9 (concessions £7.50)

Thur 10 – Sat 12 December 2015, 7.30pm YOUTH THEATRE COMPANY

Shows at SITUATED 14 CHAPELFIELD NORTH, NORWICH NR2 1NY

For Young People aged 7 - 15

JUNIOR ARTS COURSES Students can join at any age from 7-15, and can continue through the course, building acting skills through a structured syllabus. Classes are divided according to age, and are held on Saturdays. Termly fees range from £45 - £60.

ADULT DRAMA WORKSHOP A ten-week term of two-hour sessions for beginners, covering improvisation and role-play. Ideal for developing communication skills and building confidence.

Classes are held on Thursday evenings. The term fee is £70.

THE THREE MUSKETEERS – Le Panteau

by Richard Lloyd Alexandre Dumas’ rip-roaring yarn of derring-do, palace intrigue and slushy amour is seamlessly transformed into un panto cordon bleu! Cheer les Musketeers trés swashbuckling as they foil Cardinal Richeleeugh and rescue le True Quiche of Lorraine! Not suitable for very young children.

Tickets £9 (concessions £7.50)

Wed 30 - Thur 31 December 2015 Wed 8pm, Thur 7.15pm & 10.15pm STUDIO THEATRE COMPANY New Year MUSIC HALL

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Your own, your very own…. Traditional songs, sketches and sing-alongs from the wonderful world of the Victorian and Edwardian Music Hall. Music, mirth and mayhem, with a little bit of salacious sauce thrown in! With table seating, and the bar open throughout the performance, why not dress up in period costume and come and join the fun? The perfect way to greet the New Year with fun and frolics.

Tickets £9 (concessions £7.50)

THEATRE SKILLS COURSE Follows on from the Drama Workshop class, and covers a variety of acting and allied theatre skills and disciplines over two terms.

Classes are held on Tuesday evenings, and the termly fee is £70.

EXAMINATION CLASSES Tuition for exams in a variety of disciplines, including Acting, Speech, Improvisation and Speech, taken each term in Norwich. The exams are part of a new Syllabus created by the Theatre Arts Courses, and are accredited by Norwich City College. Students can rejoin each term, to progress through various grades and disciplines.

Classes available for juniors aged 9 and up.

Termly fee £60

For further information or enrolment forms for all of the above courses, please contact: The Administrator TAC, Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich NR2 1RL or telephone (01603) 283380.

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All being well, we’re going to build an Education, Skills and Training Centre just behind the Theatre Royal.

It will have a mission: to be the muscle that will offer the work of the Theatre Royal to thousands of people, especially the young, raising their ambitions, enthusing them to participate in the world of performance, training them to cooperate and collaborate, influencing their attitudes to the world beyond Norfolk, and expanding their mental landscape.

It will work through David Lambert’s Arts Courses, through the doubling of Jason Raper’s and Victoria Abraham’s education team, through our special relationship with Hellesdon High School and Arden Grove Infant & Nursery School, through the Norfolk Schools Project, through the Theatre Access Project, generously sponsored by Norse, and through projects, schemes, initiatives and activities that we haven’t even thought of yet.

It will complement the brilliant work with young people already being done at and by The Garage, enabling people of every age to take the fullest possible advantage of the possibilities of both performance and skills training.

It will bring world-class expertise to unlock creativity, innovation, leadership, communication and confidence in businesses across Norfolk.

And above all it will be the visible symbol of the Theatre Royal’s commitment to place its stability, vision, commercial skills, wide reach, artistic integrity and energies at the service of its charitable function to improve the worlds in which it operates by focussing on placing the arts within reach of every child.

We have asked our Trustees to trust that the team who transformed the Theatre Royal in time for its 250th birthday will deliver the same high standards, and that this project will also come in on time and on budget.

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We have received generous contributions from many local and national Trusts, and from some individuals and businesses. So we’ve already raised a substantial sum towards the Centre, and at some point this autumn will be asking for public support from individuals who share our passion for a better future.

The plans for the Centre will be on our website shortly, but if you want to see the actual site itself, you’ll only have to look behind the Theatre Royal, to the site on Chantry Road where the dilapidated schoolroom of the Chapel that used to be on Chapelfield once stood. The building has been gradually falling to pieces for many years, and though it would have been marvellous to have used it in some fashion, the needs of the Centre are so specific that it would have severely hampered our ambitions.

We hope to start work this summer and finish in good time for the autumn term at the end of 2016. If you want to know more, please write to me. And, as always, if there’s anything about the Theatre Royal that you’d like to criticise, praise or question, just let me know.

Peter Wilson MBE DL Chief Executive

Theatre Information Photo: Garlinda Birkbeck

Welcome to the Theatre Royal

WELCOME

SPECIAL EFFECTS

We want your visit to the theatre to be as enjoyable and easy as possible. Please let us know in advance about any special requirements or needs you may have – just telephone the Front of House office on (01603) 598540, or email FOH@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk.

Some shows may contain strobe lighting or smoke effects.

Please ask the Duty Manager in the foyer for more information.

GETTING HERE Norwich Bus station is a 10 minute walk from the theatre.

Visit www.travelineeastanglia.co.uk to plan your route.

Norwich Railway station is a 20 minute walk from the theatre. For more information on timetables call 0845 600 7245 or visit www.nationalrail.co.uk Cycle racks are available outside and opposite the theatre. To plan your route visit www.norwich.cyclestreets.net Please allow plenty of time to park before a performance. The nearest indoor car parks include The Forum and Chapelfield shopping centre. There are also 3 pay & displays nearby: Chantry Road, Assembly House and Chapelfield East. All car parks operate an evening and weekend charge.

Taxis are available from ABC Taxis on 01603 666333. Driving eco-friendly cars within their fleet.

CHILDREN For certain shows, babies and children under 3 are welcome free of charge and may share a seat with you.

For shows which do not display this advice, we regret children under 3 are not admitted to the auditorium. For Tree Fu Tom children under 1 are welcome free of charge and may share a seat with you.

There are baby changing facilities available in toilets on all floors.

A children’s menu and high-chairs are available in the restaurant.

GROUPS Ice creams and interval drinks may be ordered in advance if bringing a group. Order forms will be sent to you when your booking is confirmed.

THEATRE TOURS Theatre tours with backstage visits are available. These must be booked in advance with the Education Manager on (01603) 598523.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Blue Badge parking is available opposite the theatre in Theatre Street and a drop-off layby can be accessed to the right of the doors on Theatre Street.

The Theatre Royal premises are monitored by CCTV. The Theatre Royal reserves the right to remove anyone creating a disturbance, whatever the cause.

Coaches and Minibuses can park at Lower Clarence Road situated behind the Norwich railway station and Harford Park & Ride, situated on the A140 Ipswich Road and A47 junction. Minibuses can also park at surface car parks on Rouen Road and Chantry Road.

For more information call the Box Office on 01603 630000.

GET TOGETHER GROUPS

LATECOMERS Latecomers will be seated at a suitable point in the performance which will be designated by the visiting production company. TV monitors will relay the show to areas of the foyers.

Come and meet like-minded people who share an interest in theatre. At selected performances, both matinees and evenings, (highlighted on the centre diary pages), someone will be on hand from an hour

before the performance to say hello and introduce you to others. Meet in either the Circle Lounge or the Targetfollow Room.

For more information, call Melanie McGhee on (01603) 598556 or email m.mcghee@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk.

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Box Office Details BOOK IN PERSON

RESERVATIONS

The Box Office is open from 9.30am-8.00pm Mon to Sat. On non-performance days the Box Office closes at 6.00pm.

Generally, we will reserve tickets without payment for five working days, or up to 40 minutes before curtain up, whichever is sooner. If uncollected they will be released for resale. Where few tickets remain available for a performance, full payment may be required sooner.

BOOK BY TELEPHONE Ring (01603) 630000 to reserve your tickets. Alternatively, pay instantly and confirm your booking by using a credit or debit card – we accept Mastercard, Visa, Maestro (Switch) and Delta, Visa Electron and Solo (please note we do not accept American Express cards).

BOOK ONLINE Book with a credit or debit card at our secure site www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

BOOK BY POST For your convenience, there is a special postal booking form in this brochure. Postal bookings will be accepted at any time, and will be dealt with on a first come first served basis once bookings open.

BOOK BY FAX Fax your booking form, with credit or debit card number, on (01603) 622777 and it will be dealt with as a postal booking.

POSTING TICKETS A fee of £1.20 will be charged for this service.

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DATES FOR BOOKING

Box Office Details CONCESSIONS OVER 60S/UNDER 18S/SCHOOLS For selected performances generous concessions are available to customers in the above categories. For details, please look for the special information at the bottom of each show entry in this magazine, or enquire at the Box Office.

The diary pages in the centre of this brochure feature some shows highlighted in blue, with their booking dates. Postal, fax and email bookings for these shows are accepted as soon as the brochure is published. These will be held in order of receipt and processed from the dates given in the centre pages. Please refer to these dates when contacting the Box Office.

GROUP CONCESSIONS

EXCHANGING TICKETS

Only one concession applies per seat, and these are offered on the top four prices.

If you cannot use tickets already paid for, we can exchange them for another performance (7 days notice required).

Alternatively tickets can be offered for resale to personal callers where similar tickets are otherwise unavailable. To exchange or resell tickets, the originals must be returned to the Box Office.

Either service is subject to a handling charge of £2 per ticket.

at selected performances.

Groups of 20 or more 10% off Groups of 40 or more 20% off Groups of 80 or more 25% off When booking for a group there is no need to send money immediately.

Tickets can be held until an agreed date to allow ample time for payment to reach the Box Office.

GIFT TOKENS Theatre Royal Gift Tokens make an ideal gift. Buy them at the Box Office or over the telephone with a credit card on (01603) 630000

GO4LESS Cardholders have a day’s priority booking on all Band E seats in the new season on Monday 17 August 2015.

Bookings must be made in person.

DATA PROTECTION Norwich Theatre Royal operate a box office service on behalf of theatres and festivals in Norfolk. We would like to add or retain your name and contact details on our marketing lists so that we can keep you informed about future events and other developments. This means that you will receive information from those theatres and festivals in Norfolk we provide this service to, and from companies visiting those theatres and festivals. You will not receive information from non-arts organisations. If you do not wish to receive this information, please tick the relevant box on the booking form, inform a Box Office Assistant if booking by phone or in person, or inform any member of Theatre Royal staff. If you have any queries please contact Mark Hazell in the Marketing Department on (01603) 598529.

When you book we will ask you for YOUR NAME, YOUR ADDRESS, YOUR TELEPHONE NUMBER In return we can give you duplicate tickets if your original tickets are mislaid / notice of any major changes to your performance / the details of future events to interest you.

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Friends

Food & Drink

HUGE SAVINGS FOR FRIENDS Become a Friend of Norwich Theatre Royal for huge savings on your theatre tickets. Discounts, priority booking, special events, offers and regular mailings are all available to our Friends.

BENEFITS PRIORITY BOOKING Priority booking for each new season at the Theatre Royal, excluding cheapest rate.

Booking for each new season opens to Friends of the Theatre one month earlier than to the public, which means that some of our more popular performances have almost sold out to our Friends alone.

DISCOUNTS Priority booking for special low price seats for the over 60s at selected matinees.

Half price tickets for the first night of all drama productions. The half price discount makes it possible to cover the cost of your membership on a single performance. £2 off all other tickets at all performances (excluding cheapest rate and special prices).

10% discount on food and drink purchased from the bars or restaurant at the Theatre.

MAILINGS Advance mailings of the What’s On brochure, plus regular newsletters to keep you up to date with developments in our programme of events.

EVENTS Special events arranged exclusively for the Friends give you the chance to see behind the scenes and meet the stars of some of our shows.

SPECIAL OFFER Pay by Direct Debit to claim discount on membership subscriptions.

Whether you're visiting us to see a show, popping in to purchase tickets or shopping for the day, there's a great choice of food and drink opportunities at the theatre.

Coffee and cakes throughout the day

Evening buffet service

Kemp’s Restaurant is open from 9.30am, Monday to Saturday, until the end of the last show's interval (6pm on no-show days). Throughout this time, we're open for hot and cold drinks and a selection of home-baked cakes and muffins.

If time is short, why not try our Buffet Service in the Adnams Circle Bar? This is available, Monday to Saturday, from 90 minutes before an evening show.

Pay one price and choose from a selection of hot pasta and pizza dishes, accompanied by salad. No need to book!

Pre-show meals From 12 noon until 4pm, our lunch menu is served.

Enjoy freshly-prepared sandwiches, ciabattas and wraps, home-made soup and hot meals, all at very reasonable prices.

On show nights, Monday to Saturday, we also serve pre-theatre dinners from 5pm.

Booking is advisable by telephoning 01603 598577 or e-mailing restaurant@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

Parties and functions We can help make your visit extra special by organising a private party in one of our function rooms. Our chefs will create a menu especially for your occasion and prices are extremely competitive. With a room exclusively yours for the night and dedicated staff on hand throughout, you can celebrate in style!

Full details of benefits, fees and membership categories can be found on the Friends form within the centre pages.

To obtain the many benefits of being a Friend, join now. Simply send in the membership form in the centre of this brochure, call (01603) 63 00 00 with your credit/debit card details or join online at www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

Contact details Restaurant: 01603 598577 Parties and functions: 01603 598571 E-mail: restaurant@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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Access Information Brochure available on audio tape, in large print and in Braille.

Access guide describing our facilities and services available as a booklet, in large print and to download from our website (visit the Access page).

Access to the building Level access to the foyer.

Ramped or stairs access to the Stalls (downstairs).

Lift or stairs access to the Circle (upstairs).

Certain seats inside the auditorium removed for patrons in wheelchairs.

Six accessible toilets.

If your choice of seat is restricted by access requirements, let Box Office know and they will offer you and one carer a discount.

Registered assistance dogs welcome in all areas of the theatre. We can reserve a space next to you inside the auditorium.

Or, we are happy to look after your dog for you.

For patrons who are blind or partially-sighted: Audio description delivered live during a performance via headsets available from the Welcome Point – we recommend booking in the front Stalls.

Touch tour available before most audio described performances.

Audio introduction available before most audio described performances (on CD or to download from our website).

Audio introductions available, on request, for shows which are not audio described (must be booked at least one week in advance & are available only from the third performance of a show).

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For patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing: Hearing enhancement Headsets amplifying the sound available from the Welcome Point (necklace hearing loops available if your hearing aid is loop-enabled).

Induction loop Please ensure your hearing aid is loop-enabled or has a ‘T’ setting.

BSL signed performances We recommend booking in the centre front Stalls.

Captioned performances Caption units display spoken or sung words as they are delivered on stage - we recommend avoiding the front three rows when booking to view the captions comfortably.

Relaxed performance: A supportive and relaxed environment especially suited to those with autism and a wide range of disabilities. Patrons free to move around and make noise during this full-length performance.

Contact Box Office to book.

Snow White (Fri 15 Jan 2016, 5.30pm.

Signed by Jim Dunne; audio described

by Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams) Discounted tickets: For Signed and Captioned performances, Band A seats are half price for deaf and hard of hearing people plus one companion.

Band A seats at all performances are half price for those registered blind or partially sighted plus one companion.

Wheelchair users plus one companion: Bands A-D half price at all performances.

Are both pleased to suport a signed performance for deaf and hard of hearing children

Assisted performances Audio described: Annie The Curious Incident of the Dog Hetty Feather Jesus Christ Superstar An Inspector Calls Snow White Snow White Snow White Priscilla, Queen of the Desert Matthew Bourne’s Sleeping Beauty Hairspray RSC A Midsummer Night's Dream The Bodyguard Mary Poppins

Sat 22 Aug, 2.30pm Sat 12 Sept, 2.30pm Sat 3 Oct, 10.30am Sat 24 Oct, 2.30pm Sat 5 Dec, 2.30pm Mon 4 Jan, 2016, 1pm Fri 8 Jan, 2016, 7.30pm Sat 16 Jan, 2016, 2.30pm Fri 12 Feb, 2016, 5pm Sat 12 Mar, 2016 2.30pm Wed 30 March, 2016, 2.30pm Sat 30 April, 2016, 1.30pm Thur 26 May, 2016, 2.30pm Wed 27 July, 7.30pm

Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Vocaleyes Caroline Williams Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Minds Eye Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Vocaleyes Minds Eye Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Minds Eye Minds Eye

BSL Signed: Annie The Curious Incident of the Dog Hetty Feather Snow White Snow White Last Night a DJ Saved My Life Priscilla, Queen of the Desert The Bodyguard Mary Poppins

Sat 22 Aug, 2.30pm Fri 11 Sept, 7.30pm Fri 2 Oct, 7pm Sat 9 Jan, 2016, 2.30pm Sat 9 Jan, 2016, 7.30pm Tue 2 Feb, 2016, 7.30pm Sat 13 Feb, 2016, 2.30pm Sat 4 June, 2016, 2.30pm Wed 27 July, 2016, 7.30pm

Vicky Nunn - Theatresign Donna Ruane - Theatresign Kathy Yeoman - Theatresign Jim Dunne Jim Dunne Claire Edwards Karl Llorca - Theatresign Donna Ruane - Theatresign Andy Higgins

Captioned: The Curious Incident of the Dog The Curious Incident of the Dog Rebecca Rebecca Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Jesus Christ Superstar Jesus Christ Superstar Norfolk Schools Project An Inspector Calls Snow White Snow White RSC A Midsummer Night's Dream The Bodyguard Mary Poppins

Wed 9 Sept, 2.30pm Wed 9 Sept, 7.30pm Wed 23 Sept, 2.30pm Wed 23 Sept, 7.30pm Thur 15 Oct, 2.30pm Thur 15 Oct, 7.30pm Wed 21 Oct, 2.30pm Wed 21 Oct, 7.30pm Sun 8 Nov, 2.30pm Thur 3 Dec, 2.30pm Sun 10 Jan, 2016, 1pm Sun 10 Jan, 2016, 5pm Thur 28 April, 2016, 1.30pm Wed 1 June, 2016, 2.30pm Wed 20 July, 2016, 7.30pm

Stagetext Stagetext

Relaxed: Snow White

Fri 15 Jan 2016 5.30pm

Access enquiries (01603) 598540 access@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

Box Office (01603) 630000 Minicom – (01603) 598630

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Education

Education “The education department provide a first class service with the staff, children and parents recognised and valued.” Teacher As a registered charity, Norwich Theatre Royal regards education as central to its function, as shown by our charitable objects: “To promote, maintain, improve and advance education, particularly by the production of educational plays and the encouragement of the arts, including the arts of drama, mime, dance, singing and music and to formulate, prepare and establish schemes therefore.”

These pages give an indication of the range and scale of that education work.

“This project has made a seemingly inaccessible art form a source of enjoyment and inspiration for the children. THANK YOU!” Teacher THE NORFOLK SCHOOLS PROJECT Now in its 17th year this biannual project aims to break down the barriers associated with the arts and theatre in general and opera and dance in particular. Free music workshops are offered to both teachers with music skills and to non-music specialists.

Linked specifically to music at Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum in terms of Listening, Composing and Appraising, workshops are followed by a programme of activity involving residential work in schools with professional musicians which leads to a performance on stage at Theatre Royal.

THEATRE ACCESS PROJECT We’ve produced a film ‘How to behave at the theatre’ as part of the ongoing Theatre Access Project (T.A.P), a partnership between Norwich Theatre Royal and Norse Group. The project has been developed to encourage primary schools who do not normally visit the theatre to see a production and take advantage of the accompanying educational opportunities. The film acts as a guide for teachers to show schoolchildren what a trip to Norwich Theatre Royal will be like and how to behave whilst there.

Please contact us if you would like to receive a copy of the DVD. Alternatively, you can view/download the 6 minute film, directly from our website.

“I found it inspiring and hope that you are involved in future school activities” Pupil BACKSTAGE TOURS Offered to schools and other community groups to explore the technical side of theatre and can be tailored to suit your needs. A tour can also be followed by a talk about other areas of the theatre’s operation, such as its history, marketing, customer care and careers.

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Norwich Theatre Royal’s Education programme is supported by The Chivers Trust, InTouch Systems, The John Jarrold Trust, Lambda Films, Julian Claxton Photography,

ADVICE AND SUPPORT

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Career talks and advice for individual students of Theatre Studies, Performing Arts, Education Studies, from GCSE to postgraduate level, who wish to complement their studies with professional support.

Organised activities in conjunction with visiting companies, such as Matthew Bourne, Northern Ballet, National Theatre, Globe Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, Rambert and Richard Alston Dance Company.

Resource packs for teachers, Page to Stage events, exhibitions, pre/post show discussions and company meet and greets are among the activities widely available to visiting groups and often open to individual patrons too.

WORK EXPERIENCE Week-long placements can be arranged for students with an active interest in theatre.

We recommend that you allow a minimum of 8 weeks for your application, prior to your chosen date. Details of how to apply can be found on the education pages of the theatre website.

To date, over 850 young people have participated in week long work experience placements at Norwich Theatre Royal, both in our Front of House and Backstage/Technical departments.

“Their obvious joy and deep involvement brought tears to our eyes” Retired teacher

WORKSHOPS and RESIDENCIES Offered to schools and other community groups to explore the practical side of theatre and can be tailored to suit your needs. A workshop can take place in-school, in a hired studio or sometimes on stage.

“It was an experience that will stay with them forever” Teacher For more information, please visit our website: www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk, see our Education Newsletter or sign up to our education mailing list by contacting Jason Raper, Education Manager, on (01603) 598523 or email j.raper@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk.

Margaret Guido’s Charitable Trust, Garfield Weston Foundation, Foundation of Joanna Scott, Paul Bassham Charitable Trust, Educational Foundation of Alderman John Norman and Norse Group

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Corporate Opportunities

Corporate Partners

Through our corporate membership scheme, sponsorships and partnerships, we work with a wide range of businesses, from global brands to small independent local companies.

We would like to thank all of the companies who support Norwich Theatre Royal through their partnerships, sponsorships and memberships.

We can work with you to increase your company profile, support your CSR remit or advertise your services to our annual audiences of over 400,000, including 12,500 loyal Friends.

There are four main ways that Norwich Theatre

Royal could be working with your company: by partnering our education and community work; sponsoring a major event; Corporate Club membership for discounts and benefits for your staff and clients; and corporate hospitality.

For further information please contact: Paula Sanchez, Development Director on 01603 598558 or p.sanchez@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk.

Registered Charity no 262259

The theatre’s quarterly business networking lunch with guest speakers from our theatre programme.

Previous speakers have included Maureen Lipman, Tom Conti, Giles Watling and Kevin Kennedy.

For more information on joining our Corporate Club, Spotlight on Business or corporate hospitality please contact Nikki Rice, Marketing & Development Officer, n.rice@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk or 01603 598525.

CURRENT CORPORATE CLUB MEMBERS Admin Re

Broadland Business Park

Grant Thornton

Lovewell Blake

Adnams Southwold

Capita

Hatch Brenner LLP

M+A Partners

Howes Percival LLP

Marsh

AECOM Professional Services LLP Alan Boswell Group

City College Norwich

InTouch Systems

Almary Green Investments Ltd

Computer Service Centre

intu Chapelfield

Anglian Group PLC

Contract Personnel Ltd

Jarrolds

Archant

Copy IT Digital Solutions Ltd

Kettle Foods

Barclays

Dipple & Conway

Lambda Films

BeWILDerwood

Eastern Voice and Data

Larking Gowen

Birketts LLP.

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Chaplin Farrant

Elizabeths The Florist

Leathes Prior Solicitors

Mayday Integrated Office Systems

Norwich Area Civil Service SocialClub Norwich Print Solutions NPS Property Consultants Ltd Nuffield Health

Mills & Reeve

Oasis

Moughton Engineering Ltd

Persimmon Homes

Norfolk Police Social Club

Price Bailey

Norse Commercial Services

PricewaterhouseCoopers

North Norfolk Theatres Goers

R G Carter Holdings Ltd

Rogers and Norton Solicitors Savills (UK) Ltd Signs Express Sinclair International Ltd Smith & Pinching Steeles Law Solicitors Limited The Forum Trust Virgin Money Wayne Fleming Associates

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