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PRICE BAND GUIDE FOR ALL EVENTS

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What’s on December 2016 - September 2017 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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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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Assisted performances AUDIO DESCRIBED Jack & the Beanstalk..................................Wed 4 Jan, 1pm Jack & the Beanstalk..................................Sat 7 Jan, 2.30pm La Cage aux Folles......................................Sat 21 Jan, 2.30pm Mamma Mia ...............................................Sat 18 Mar & 25 Mar, 2.30pm Sunny Afternoon .........................................Sat 15 April, 2.30pm Running Wild...............................................Sat 29 April, 2.30pm Sister Act ....................................................Sat 6 May, 2.30pm Fantastic Mr Fox .........................................Sat 24 June, 2.30pm Funny Girl ...................................................Sat 1 July, 2.30pm Jane Eyre....................................................Wed 19 July, 2.30pm The Railway Children ..................................Sat 5 August, 2.30pm The Curious Incident…...............................Sat 2 Sept, 2.30pm Shirley Valentine .........................................Sat 9 Sept, 2.30pm Sleeping Beauty..........................................Wed 3 Jan, 2018, 2.30pm Sleeping Beauty..........................................Sat 6 Jan, 2018, 2.30pm

Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Matthew Piper Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Caroline Williams Caroline Williams Minds Eye – Matthew Piper Caroline Williams Minds Eye – Anne Hornsby Vocaleyes Matthew Piper Vocaleyes Matthew Piper Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams Matthew Piper & Caroline Williams

BSL SIGNED Jack & the Beanstalk..................................Sat 7 Jan, 2.30pm & 7.30pm La Cage aux Folles......................................Wed 18 Jan, 7.30pm Mamma Mia ...............................................Sat 18 Mar, 2.30pm Sunny Afternoon .........................................Sat 15 April, 2.30pm Running Wild...............................................Sat 29 April, 2.30pm Sister Act ....................................................Fri 5 May, 7.30pm Fantastic Mr Fox .........................................Sat 24 June, 2.30pm Gangsta Granny ..........................................Sat 15 July, 2.30pm The Railway Children ..................................Sat 5 Aug, 2.30pm Sleeping Beauty..........................................Sat 13 Jan, 2018, 2.30pm

Theatresign – Paul Michaels Theatresign – Donna Ruane Theatresign – Donna Ruane Theatresign – Stacey Greene Theatresign – Donna Ruane Theatresign – Clare Edwards Theatresign – Laura Miller Theatresign – Clare Edwards Theatresign Theatresign

CAPTIONED Jack & the Beanstalk..................................Sun 8 Jan, 1pm & 5pm The Witches of Eastwick ............................Thur 2 Feb, 2.30pm Mamma Mia ...............................................Thur 9 Mar, 2.30pm Mamma Mia ...............................................Thur 16 Mar, 7.30pm Abigail's Party.............................................Wed 29 Mar, 2.30pm Burying Your Brother in the Pavement ........Thur 30 Mar-Sat 1 April, 8pm (Stage Two) Antigone .....................................................Fri 7 April, 8pm (Stage Two) The Woman in Black...................................Fri 21 April, 7.30pm Sister Act ....................................................Wed 3 May, 2.30pm Romeo and Juliet........................................Thur 8 June, 2.30pm The Play That Goes Wrong..........................Wed 14 June, 2.30pm Funny Girl ...................................................Wed 28 June, 2.30pm A Murder is Announced ..............................Wed 5 July, 2.30pm Jane Eyre....................................................Fri 21 July, 7.30pm Alice Back in Wonderland ...........................Sat 29 July, 2pm The Curious Incident…...............................Thur 31 Aug, 2.30pm Shirley Valentine .........................................Thur 7 Sept, 2.30pm Sleeping Beauty..........................................Sun 7 Jan, 2018, 1pm RELAXED Jack & the Beanstalk..................................Fri 13 Jan, 5.30pm Gangsta Granny ..........................................Sat 15 July, 10.30am Sleeping Beauty..........................................Fri 5 Jan, 2018, 5.30pm

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

Also signed and audio described

Box Office (01603) 630000 Minicom (01603) 598630

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

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JANUARY 2017 Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun

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Concessions apply to all highlighted performances Over 60s/Under 18s Special Price: Bands A-D £2 OFF Group Rates: All highlighted perfs see page 61 for further information Signed Performances: Sat 7 Jan, 2.30pm & 7.30pm Audio Described: Wed 4 Jan, 1pm Sat 7 Jan, 2.30pm Captioned Perfs:

Sun 8 Jan, 1pm & 5pm Relaxed performance: Fri 13 Jan 5.30pm Especially suited to those with autism. Further details on page 64 Book in person or by phone on 01603 630000

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Highlighted in Black

a) £21.50

b) £19

c) £15.50

d) £13

e) £7

c) £17.50

d) £14.50

e) £7

All other performances

a) £23.50

b) £21

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The Russian State Ballet of Siberia

COPPÉLIA LA FILLE MAL GARDÉE SWAN LAKE Accompanied by The Orchestra of the Russian State Ballet

Thursday 26 - Saturday 28 January The acclaimed ballet company return to Norwich following their successful season earlier this year.

Coppélia Thursday 26 January at 7.30pm This light-hearted tale of mistaken identity and confused lovers follows mischievous Swanilda, her impetuous suitor Franz and the eccentric toymaker Dr.Coppelius as they are brought to life by sparkling choreography and the animated score of Delibes. Coppélia is perfect for first-time ballet goers, families and everyone in between.

Tuesday 17 - Saturday 21 January Georges and the dazzling drag artiste Albin, star of la Cage aux Folles, live an idyllic existence in the heart of St Tropez, but all may be about to change. Georges’ son announces his engagement to the daughter of a right-wing politician and drama and hilarity ensue when a meeting of the parents forces them to cover up their vibrant lifestyle. Will Albin be able to play the role of his life…?

Bill Kenwright presents a spectacular new version of the much loved musical with West End star JOHN PARTRIDGE as Albin and Broadway leading man ADRIAN ZMED as Georges. John’s theatre credits include the West End productions of A Chorus Line at the London Palladium, Cats, Starlight Express and Chicago, and on TV he is best known for playing Christian in BBC’s EastEnders and as a judge on Over The Rainbow. Adrian’s Broadway credits include Blood Brothers, Grease and Falsettos and on television he is best loved as Officer Vince Romano in the hit TV show T.J. Hooker and on the big screen as Johnny in Grease 2.

The show-stopping score includes The Best of Times, Song on the Sand and I Am What I Am Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed, Thur & Sat 2.30pm Tues-Thur & mats: a) £35.50 b) £32 c) £27.50 d) £24 e) £8 Fri & Sat eves: a) £39.50 b) £35.50 c) £32 d) £27.50 e) £8

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Friends & Corporate Club: Band A £5 OFF first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mats Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Wed – Thur eves Group Rates: Wed – Thur perfs page 61 for further information Signed Performance: Wed 18 Jan, 7.30pm Audio Described: Sat 21 Jan, 2.30pm

La Fille mal gardée Friday 27 January at 7.30pm Recreated by Alexander Gorsky, this remains one of the oldest ballets still regularly performed. With plenty of ribbons, romance and rivalry, La Fille mal gardée conjures up a world of pastoral simplicity where a farm boy woos a flirty farmer’s daughter and they find inventive ways to avoid her mother.

Complete with virtuoso pas de deux, maypole and clog dances, this classic ballet will send you home happy.

Swan Lake Saturday 28 January at 2.30pm & 7.30pm The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score. From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all.

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF mat only Eves 7.30pm, Mat Sat 2.30pm Under 18s Special Price: Mats: a) £31 b) £27.50 c) £23.50 d) £19.50 e) £8 Bands A & B £8 OFF Thur eve and mat Eves: a) £36 b) £32.50 c) £29 d) £25 e) £8 ON SALE NOW Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands

Group Rates: all perfs see page 61 for further information

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Tuesday 31 January – Saturday 4 February In the sleepy New England town of Eastwick, our three (not-so-wicked) witches Alexandra Spofford, Sukie Rougemont and Jane Smart are divorcees feeling trapped in their everyday humdrum lives.

One stormy night, high on Martinis and brownies, they make a crazy wish - for a man to make their own. But their wish has consequences they could never have imagined...

“Musical comedy Heaven” Mail on Sunday This truly magical musical by the Norfolk and Norwich Operatic Society follows their latest highly acclaimed production of Sunset Boulevard and their sell out success of Sister Act. BOOK NOW for their 2017 show and see flying witches at the Theatre Royal!

A DEVILISHLY GOOD SHOW! This production contains scenes of an adult nature – recommended for 14+.

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A – D half price Sat mat

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm a) £21.50

b) £18

c) £14.50

d) £12.50

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e) £7

Schools: Bands C & D £7 Thur mat Captioned Perf:

Thur 2 Feb, 2.30pm

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Tangent. Liam Riddick and Oihana Vesga Bujan. Photo by Chris Nash

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Friday 10 – Saturday 11 February The ever musical Richard Alston Dance Company returns with an all new programme of critically acclaimed work.

“Echoing cheers for Alston and his dancers” Financial Times, March 2016

“Forget Strictly - come see these wonderful dancers in exhilarating form.”

Herald (on the premiere of Tangent) September 2016 Chacony, Alston’s newest dance, is inspired by the powerful Chaconne of Henry Purcell. Every bit as powerful but much more stringent is the Chacony from Britten’s String Quartet No. 2, conceived as an overt tribute to Purcell. Alston juxtaposes these two pieces to make a dance that gets under the skin of the richness and nobility of Purcell, reaching into darker places before reaffirming hope for humanity.

Under 25s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 all perfs Alston’s An Italian in Madrid is inspired by the sonatas of Domenico Scarlatti played live onstage by Jason Ridgway. Scarlatti was a Group Rates: all perfs see baroque composer hugely influenced by Spanish guitar music, and to page 61 for further information explore this fusion of different cultures and styles Alston has invited BBC Young Dancer grand finalist Vidya Patel to join his company for Pre-Performance Talk: this exciting piece. will take place in the Targetfollow Room at the “A marriage made in heaven” Observer, March 2016 theatre on Friday 10 Feb at Eves 7.30pm 6.30pm. Tickets are FREE a) £21.50 b) £19.50 c) £17 d) £14 e) £7 but must be booked in 10 ON SALE NOW advance from the Box Office.

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Monday 13 – Saturday 18 February Direct from London’s West End, THRILLER LIVE is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer.

AFTER SHOW PARTY

Saturday 18th February Best Ghoulish Fancy Dress Competition Contact box office for details

THRILLER LIVE takes you on a visual, audio and electrifying journey through the magic of Michael’s 45 year musical history. You will experience over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to rock, soul to disco as the cast pay homage to Jackson’s legendary live Friends & Corporate Club: performances and innovative dance moves executed with flair, Bands A & B £6 OFF first night precision and passion.

Over 60s Special Price: “AN EXUBERANT BLAST” Daily Mail Bands A & B £6 OFF Tues – Thur eves and Sat mat “IMMENSELY ENJOYABLE” The Independent Under 18s Special Price: Mon – Thur 7.30pm, Fri 5pm & 8pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm Bands A & B £6 OFF Tues – Fri 5pm: a) £23 b) £23 c) £23 d) £23 e) £8 Thur eves and Sat mat All other perfs: a) £32.50 b) £29.50 c) £26 d) £23 e) £8 Group Rates: Tues - Thur ON SALE NOW 11 and Sat mat see page61 for further information Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands Photo of previous cast member

In Tangent, Martin Lawrance explores the vivid accents and attack of Tango. Four couples, intertwined but shifting and subtly syncopating, glide through the Four Seasons of Buenos Aires by Tango master Piazzolla, played live by Jason Ridgway on piano.

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Tuesday 21 - Saturday 25 February A beloved fairytale and Academy Award-winning movie, The Red Shoes has seduced audiences and inspired generations of dancers with its tale of obsession, possession and one girl’s dream to be the greatest dancer in the world. Victoria Page lives to dance but her ambitions become a battleground between the two men who inspire her passion.

Matthew Bourne’s magical adaptation of the classic Powell and Pressburger film is set to a new score arranged by Terry Davies using the mesmerizing music of golden-age Hollywood composer, Bernard Herrmann (most famous for his collaborations with Alfred Hitchcock and Orson Welles), with sumptuous designs

by Lez Brotherston (set and costumes), Paule Constable (lighting) and Paul Groothuis (sound).

An intoxicating drama where life imitates art with fateful consequences; The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses and break your heart.

Over 60s Special Price: Band A £6 OFF Tues-Thur eves and Thur mat Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Tues-Thur eves and Thur mat

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm

a) £40.50

b) £35

c) £28.50

d) £24.50

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e) £8

Group Rates: Tues-Thur eves and Thur mat see page 61 for further information

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Tuesday 28 February – Saturday 25 March Join the ultimate feel-good party at MAMMA MIA!, the world’s sunniest and most exhilarating smash-hit musical!

Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of love, friendship and identity is cleverly told through the timeless songs of ABBA. Sophie’s quest to discover the father she’s never known brings her mother face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they’ll never forget.

This irresistibly funny show has been thrilling audiences all around the world and now the party comes to Norwich for the first time, so there’s never been a better time to see this unforgettable musical at the Theatre Royal. Whatever age you are, you can’t help but have the time of your life at MAMMA MIA! Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur 2, Sat 4, Tues 7, Thur 9, Sat 11, Thur 16, Sat 18, Tues 21, Thur 23, Sat 25 2.30pm Mon - Thur: a) £49.50 Fri & Sat: a) £55

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d) £32.50 e) £8 d) £37.50 e) £8

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £6 OFF midweek mats Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £6 OFF midweek mats Group Rates: Mon – Thur see page 61 for further information Captioned Performances: Thur 9 Mar, 2.30pm Thur 16 Mar, 7.30pm Audio Described Performances: Sat 18 Mar, 2.30pm Sat 25 Mar, 2.30pm Signed Performance: Sat 18 Mar, 2.30pm AFTER SHOW PARTY 15 Fri 10 March Best Abba/70s Fancy Dress Comp Contact box office

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Monday 27 March – Saturday 1 April “A great play” Daily Mail It’s forty years since the appalling Beverly first put Donna Summer on the turntable, stacked a plate with little cheesy-pineapple ones, plied her guests with alcohol, cigarettes and Demis Roussos and slow-danced her way across the shag-pile into theatrical history.

The drinks party from hell begins when Beverly and estate agent husband Laurence invite round new neighbours, Tony and Ange, along with nervous divorcee Sue, jittery about the bash her teenage daughter, Abigail, is throwing up the road. As that party reportedly gets out of hand, this one too descends into chaos, and comedy, drama and tragedy combine into an iconic piece of theatre. Hilarious and horribly compelling, Mike Leigh’s Abigail’s Party is an undisputed classic.

Friends & Corporate Club: Amanda Abbington is best-known for playing Mary Morstan in Half price first night Sherlock, Miss Mardle in Mr Selfridge and DS Jo Moffat in Cuffs.

Over 60s Special Price: “A sharp, satirical play that remains as painfully funny as ever” Bands A & B £8 OFF Wed mat only The Times Under 18s Special Price: Bands C & D £12 Tues to Thur eves and mats

“Brilliantly cringe-making” Mail on Sunday “Enduringly audacious”

Sunday Express

Captioned Perf: Wed 29 Mar, 2.30pm

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm a) £28.50

b) £24

c) £20.50

d) £19

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Tuesday 11 – Saturday 15 April Winner of the 2015 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, this is an irresistible musical with slick theatricality and ingenious storytelling at its heart. It tells the captivating tale of how one of Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks, rose to stardom.

Tuesday 4 – Saturday 8 April

Step into swinging 60s Britain and discover how The Kinks found their definitive sound that rocked a nation and influenced generations. Feel the euphoric highs and experience the power of a live Kinks performance as we witness the band’s beginnings, their barnstorming debut on Top of the Pops, their infamous American tour and their triumphant comeback.

“Be the flame, not the moth” Throw caution to the wind.

Be led into temptation. Unmask Casanova with Northern Ballet.

Consumed by his desires, Casanova lived every minute in a whirlwind of scandal and excess.

But there’s more to the man. This original ballet will expose a story so sensational you won’t believe it’s real.

This spine-tingling spectacle of 18th century decadence will flood your senses and take your breath away.

Northern Ballet: Winner of the South Bank Sky Arts Dance Award 2016

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

Choreography Kenneth Tindall Original Scenario Ian Kelly and Kenneth Tindall, adapted from Ian Kelly's biography of Casanova

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

Age Guidance 12+ Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm

Under 30s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Wed Thur eves

a) £37.50

b) £31

c) £27

d) £23.50

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Featuring the classic hits You Really Got Me, Waterloo Sunset, Dedicated Friends & Corporate Club: Follower of Fashion, All Day and All of the Night, Lola, Sunny Afternoon Bands A & B £5 OFF first night and many more, this production fizzes with energy, and is a fresh new “Great British Musical” (The Times) that will make your spirits soar. Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £6 OFF Wed & “A BLAZING TRIUMPH. I SWEAR YOU’LL GET Thur mats

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GOOSEBUMPS” Daily Telegraph

HHHHH “A BELTER! FUNNY, STYLISH – IT HAS EVERYTHING THE KINKS HAD”

Daily Mail Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed, Thur & Sat 2.30pm Tues-Thur eves & mats: a) £37.50 b) £34 c) £28.50 d) £26.50 e) £8 Fri & Sat eves: a) £42.50 b) £38 c) £34 d) £30.50 e) £8 ON SALE NOW

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Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Wed & Thur eves Group Rates: Wed-Thur see page 61 for further information

Audio Described Performance: Sat 15 April, 2.30pm Signed Performance: Sat 15 April, 2.30pm

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Theatre Royal Drama Sponsor:

EASTER FA MILY! TREAT Sunday 16 - Monday 17 April A PLAY BY DAVID WOOD BASED ON THE BEST-SELLING BOOK BY DICK KING-SMITH DIRECTED BY MICHAEL FENTIMAN Meet the lovable Babe in a heart-warming tale of friendship, adventure and bravery.

When Babe arrives at Hogget’s Farm he is taken in by the trusty sheep-dog Fly and discovers a talent for herding. With the help of his adopted Mum, our polite piglet soon wins over the most suspicious of sheep. But can a small pig make it in a dog’s world and, when his farmyard friends are in trouble, can Babe save the day?

Join us for an enchanting family favourite, as the classic children's novel which inspired the Oscar-winning film comes alive with plenty of laughter, thrills, stunning puppetry and original music.

Adapted by Olivier Award winner David Wood (Goodnight Mister Tom, James and the Giant Peach), follow the incredible story of one piglet’s rise to become the world famous sheep-pig.

Recommended for ages 5+.

Family Ticket: Sun 1pm & 4pm, Mon 11am & 2pm 4 people (incl at least 1 adult), Adults: a) £16 b) £16 c) £16 d) £16 e) £7 Bands A – C £56 Under 18s: a) £14 b) £14 c) £14 d) £14 e) £7 Group Of 10+: Bands A – D 20 ON SALE NOW 10% off Refer to back page for seat positions relating to price bands

Tuesday 18 – Saturday 22 April Join the 7m theatregoers worldwide who have experienced

"The most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter" Daily Telegraph.

Continuing its record breaking run at the Fortune Theatre in London’s West End, The Woman in Black returns to Norwich Theatre Royal as part of a major national tour.

Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping production, directed by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled Friends & Corporate horror.

Club: Half price first night A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 OFF Thur & Sat mats

“A TRULY NERVE-SHREDDING EXPERIENCE” Daily Mail ‘IMAGINATIVE AND HIDEOUSLY REAL’ The Times ‘A MASTERPIECE’ The Guardian

Schools: Bands A - D £8.50 Wed mat

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed, Thur & Sat 2.30pm a) £24.50 b) £21 c) £19 d) £18 ON SALE NOW

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Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £10 Wed & Thur eves

Group Rates: Wed - Thur and mats see page 61 for further information Captioned Performance: Fri 21 April, 7.30pm

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Tuesday 25 – Saturday 29 April For Lilly, going to Indonesia isn’t just another holiday with mum. It’s a new start, and the chance to ride an elephant called Oona. But then the tsunami hits – and Oona charges into the jungle, with her young rider desperately clinging on.

Directed by Dale Rooks and Timothy Sheader with puppetry design and direction by Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié, both previous Associate Puppetry Directors on War Horse, this epic and spectacular production tells an emotional and moving story of love, loss, loyalty and of living for the moment.

“A winner. The puppetry is exquisite, the magic really hits you.”

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“Remarkable by its inventive, evocative staging.” HHHH THE TIMES “A BRILLIANT, LIFE-AFFIRMING SHOW.” RADIO TIMES Age guidance: 6+ Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Sat 2.30pm, Thur 11am a) £21 b) £19 c) £18 d) £16.50 e) £7 ON SALE NOW

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Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF Wed mat Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF Wed eve Schools: Bands A-D £8 Thur 11am, C&D £8 Wed eve Group Rates: Wed to Thur eves see page 61 for further information

Audio Described: Sat 29 April, 2.30pm Signed Perf: Sat 29 April, 2.30pm

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Tuesday 9 - Wednesday 10 May Ellen Kent and Opera & Ballet International present these productions featuring international soloists, highly praised chorus and full orchestra

Verdi’s Nabucco (Tues 9) Sung in Italian with English surtitles

Monday 1 – Saturday 6 May

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

This all new critically acclaimed production of the Broadway and West End smash hit musical comedy starring Alexandra Burke* (The X Factor, The Bodyguard) is coming to Norwich!

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

Directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood, Sister Act is the feel-amazing show based on the movie starring Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie Smith. Featuring original music by Tony® and 8-time Oscar® winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Enchanted), dazzling dance routines and songs inspired by Motown, soul and disco, Sister Act is the funniest and funkiest musical around.

Group Rates:Tues - Thur eves perfs page 61 for further information

Starring Olga Perrier, the international French soprano, as Abigaille and the celebrated mezzo Liza Kadelnik from the Romanian National Opera as Fenena* “A terrific production of Verdi’s epic tale” Liverpool Daily Post

Verdi’s Aida (Wed 10) Sung in Italian with English surtitles This tragic story of war, jealousy and revenge is brought to life in a production set against one of the greatest pieces of music Verdi ever wrote with the well-known arias Celeste Aida and Ritorna Vincitor.

Featuring a temple dance and the classic Triumphal March with fire performers and cascades of glittering gold.

Standing ovations and rave reviews! Don’t miss the chance to see this fabulous show.

Captioned Perf: Wed 3 May, 2.30pm

*Alexandra Burke is scheduled to perform at evening performances only. At matinee performances the role of Deloris Van Cartier will be performed by Joanna Francis.

Audio Described: Sat 6 May, 2.30pm

“Visually and vocally gripping from start to finish”

Signed Performance: Fri 5 May, 7.30pm

*Cast may be subject to change Eves 7.30pm

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm Wed mat: a) £34.50 Sat mat: a) £45 Eves: a) £50

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Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Tues – Thur eves

The haunting and melodic chorus of the Hebrew slaves, Va Pensiero, follows their plight as they are forced from their homeland into exile. This powerful tale is laced with revenge, destruction and jealousy, and features amazing lighting and stage effects which include the burning down of Solomon’s temple.

b) £29.50 b) £39.50 b) £45

c) £26 c) £35 c) £39.50

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d) £19.50 d) £29.50 d) £33

e) £8 e) £8 e) £8

Starring Olga Perrier or the Russian soprano Ecaterina Danu as Aida and Liza Kadelnik as Amneris* The Independent

a) £36.50 AFTER SHOW PARTY Saturday 6th May Best Dressed Nun Competition Contact box office for details

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £6 OFF all perfs

b) £34.50

Under 18s Special Price: Bands C & D £6 OFF all perfs c) £28.50

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d) £23

e) £8

Group Rates: all perfs see page 61 for further information Surtitles: are not visible from Stalls seats in Rows Q - W

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“One of the world’s leading showcases of hip-hop dance and dance theatre”

HHHH The Guardian

Photo: Richard Haughton

Soweto Skeleton Movers: Paul Hampartsoumian

Chotto Desh

Monday 15 – Tuesday 16 May Eves 8pm Race Horse Company

Thursday 18 May, 7.30pm Akram Khan Company

CHOTTO DESH

SUPER SUNDAY Super Sunday is the newest super-fun show from the acclaimed Finnish circus troupe with a reputation for madcap brilliance. Big on flying, big on thrills and big on mind blowing skills, it contains so many fear inducing circus stunts that you cannot look away for a second.

Saturday 13 May

a) £24 b) £20 c) £16 d) £10 e) £7 Tentacle Tribe: Belinda Lawley

Just Dance: Daniel Coston

“Their show is called Super Sunday, but it would be super on any day.” Evening Standard

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £7.50

Fusing dance, storytelling, interactive animation and specially-composed music, Chotto Desh (‘small homeland’) is a bewitching, thrilling and poignant tale of a young man’s dreams and memories from Britain to Bangladesh. It weaves together a playful story of a boy who dreams of becoming a dancer, and of a mythical child who angers the forest gods by collecting their forbidden honey.

Developed from Akram Khan’s Olivier Award-winning autobiographical show DESH, this is a show that can be enjoyed by everyone aged 7+. a) £20 b) £17 c) £14 d) £7 e) £7

Super Sunday

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A – C half price

Saturday 20 May, 8pm

DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER + Support A fantastic live performer, Dee Dee Bridgewater is one of today’s leading female jazz vocal stars.

Putting her own unique spin on standards as well as re-envisioning jazz classics, she has had a multifaceted career that has spanned four decades.

A Grammy and Tony Award-winning artist, producer and UN Ambassador, Dee Dee Bridgewater counts Sonny Rollins, Dizzy Gillespie and Dexter Gordon among her list of past collaborators.

“Dee Dee Bridgewater has a technique and musicality that bests most performers of her generation” The Guardian a) £28 b) £28 c) £24 d) £19 e) £8

The world's biggest festival of hip hop dance theatre showcasing the very best from around the world and around the corner is coming to Norwich Theatre Royal!

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ON SALE NOW

Chotto Desh

Photo: Mark Higashino

Spilling off stage and taking over the whole building, dance workshops, graffiti, DJs, and freestyle sessions make Breakin’ Convention an unforgettable experience for all the family.

7.30pm Early Booking Offer: Adults: a) £24 b) £24 c) £24 d) £24 e) £7 Bands A – D half price if paid Under 18s: a) £16 b) £16 c) £16 d) £16 e) £7 for by the end of February 26 SEE PAGE 34 FOR DATES TICKETS GO ON SALE 2017

Photo: Peter Hellman

This year’s line-up includes South Korean super crew of poppers and b-boys Just Dance whose performance includes live Korean drumming; Canadian urban contemporary duo Tentacle Tribe; and Soweto Skeleton Movers who perform comedic contortionism fused with Pantsula, a style from their native South Africa.

Photo: Richard Haughton

Curated and hosted by UK hip hop pioneer Jonzi D, this is an awe inspiring weekend of exceptional performances from world champion b-boy crews to cutting edge street dance companies - live on stage.

Dee Dee Bridgewater

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Monday 22 – Saturday 27 May The true story of one unforgettable night that made rock’n’roll history.

This West End and Broadway smash-hit musical is inspired by the famous recording session that brought together rock’n’roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time.

On December 4, 1956, these four star musicians gathered at Sun Records in Memphis, the studios of legendary record producer Sam Phillips (Jason Donovan), for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions of all time. This show, written by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, brings that legendary night to life, featuring a score of rock hits including Blue Suede Shoes, Fever, Great Balls Of Fire, Walk The Line, Folsom Prison Blues, Hound Dog and many more.

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm Mats: a) £30 Eves: a) £35

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c) £20 c) £24

d) £16.50 d) £19.50

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e) £8 e) £8

Tuesday 30 - Wednesday 31 May From the makers of Peppa Pig comes this BAFTA award-winning television animation live on stage!

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A & B £5 OFF first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A – C £8 OFF mats only Under 18s Special Price: Bands A – C £8 OFF Tues to Thur eves Group Rates: Tues to Thur eves perfs page 61 for further information

Holly is a young Fairy Princess, who is still learning how to fly and her magic doesn’t always go quite according to plan. Her best friend, Ben the Elf, doesn’t have wings and he doesn’t do magic, but he runs very fast and flies on the back of Gaston the Ladybird. They live in the Little Kingdom, a tiny land where flowers and grass rise high above them and every day is an adventure.

Join Ben and Holly, and their friends on this exciting, enchanting and magical musical adventure packed full of games, songs and laughter. This beautiful story of elves, princesses and childhood innocence will delight all the family!

Tues 1pm & 4.30pm, Wed 10am & 1pm Adults: a) £15 Under 16s: a) £13

b) £15 b) £13

c) £15 c) £13

d) £13 d) £11

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e) £7 e) £7

Family Ticket: 4 people (incl at least 1 adult) Bands A - C £52

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“A terrific show, which proves once again what a treasure ETO really is.”

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Daily Telegraph (on Don Giovanni, Spring 2016)

Thursday 1 – Saturday 3 June

One of the world’s best-loved operas, brimming with lust, corruption and intrigue. When the firebrand revolutionary Cavaradossi is imprisoned, Tosca is faced with an impossible choice: submitting to the desires of the sadistic chief of police, or letting her lover be executed.

Friends & Corporate Club: Bands A & B £10 OFF Sat eve Gilbert & Sullivan’s PATIENCE (Sat 3) Sung in English with surtitles visible from all seats Saver Scheme: Buy a full price ticket for Tosca (Bands A An all-singing, all-dancing comedy by the masters of British musical & B ) and get £10 off the same theatre, Patience pokes fun at Victorian society and its stock price ticket for Patience characters, with willowy poets, sighing maidens and burly officers galore. Expect plenty of tunes and humour as fresh today as it was at Group Rates: all perfs see the first performance. page 61 for further information Eves 7.30pm a) £37.50

b) £31

c) £23.50

d) £19

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e) £8

Pre Performance Talks : will take place in the Targetfollow Room at the theatre (6.30pm). Please order your free tickets direct from the Box Office when booking.

Tosca

Puccini’s TOSCA (Thur 1 & Fri 2) Sung in Italian with English surtitles visible from all seats

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William Shakespeare’s

Romeo + Juliet

Theatre Royal Drama Sponsor:

Tuesday 6 – Saturday 10 June An outstanding ensemble of actors perform two vibrant and compelling productions, presented in repertoire by The Watermill Theatre ROMEO + JULIET (Wed 7.30pm, Thur 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sat 7.30pm) Risking everything, a young couple defy their feuding families and find love on the streets of Verona. A powerful and explosive modern-dress staging of Shakespeare’s immortal tale of an all-consuming love, Romeo + Juliet features music by Mumford and Sons, The Vaccines, The Civil Wars, Hozier and Johnny Flynn, performed live by the cast.

TWELFTH NIGHT (Tues 7.30pm, Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm) A tale of mistaken identities, seduction and transformation, Twelfth Night is re-imagined in the 1920s where prohibition is rife and Europe is still reeling in the wake of war. Fusing the radical spirit of Duke Ellington, Django Reinhardt, Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong with an innovative approach to staging and actor-musicianship, Twelfth Night is a dizzying and beautiful version of Shakespeare’s perfect play.

Both productions directed by Paul Hart (former Propeller associate), Artistic Director of The Watermill Theatre.

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm a) £26.50 b) £23.50 c) £19.50 d) £18.50

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e) £8.00

Monday 12 – Saturday 17 June UK Tour Sponsor

Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first nights Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £6 OFF mats Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £6 OFF Thur – Sat eves Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Thur 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Fri 7.30pm Groups: Thur – Sat see page 61 for further information Captioned Performance: Thur 8 June, 2.30pm

Fawlty Towers meets Noises Off in this multi award-winning West End smash hit comedy The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong… does! As the accident prone thesps battle on against all the odds to reach their final curtain call, hilarious results ensue!

Hailed “a gut-busting hit” by the New York Times, Mischief Theatre’s sell-out West End comedy has won a host of celebrity endorsements from the likes of Joanna Lumley “We laughed until the tears ran down our faces, it has to be seen” to Ant & Dec “The funniest show we’ve seen! If you can get a ticket, go!”

Don’t miss this brilliantly funny comedy that’s guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter!

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed 2.30pm & Sat 2.30pm a) £28.50

b) £26

c) £22.50

d) £21

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“RIDICULOUSLY FUNNY” THE TIMES

Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Wed mat Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £12 OFF Tues – Thur eves Group Rates: Tues to Thur eves see page 61 for further information Captioned Performance: Wed 14 June, 2.30pm

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Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk A Vision of Elvis Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk MERRY CHRISTMAS Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk

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HAPPY NEW YEAR Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Beyond The Barricade Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Miles Jupp Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk Jack & the Beanstalk

...................2.30........................7.30 ...................2.30........................7.30 ...................1.00.......5.00........ ...................................................7.30 ..................................4.00 .......7.30 ...................2.30........................7.30 ...................1.00.......5.00........ ...................................................7.30 ..................................4.00 .......7.30 10.30.........................................6.30 10.30.........................................6.30 10.30........................5.30 ........ ...................2.30........................7.30 ...................1.00.......5.00........

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La Cage aux Folles La Cage aux Folles La Cage aux Folles La Cage aux Folles La Cage aux Folles Classic Rock

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Nathan Carter ...................................................7.30 Siberian Ballet Coppelia..................................................7.30 Siberian Ballet La Fille Mal Gardee ..............................730 Siberian Ballet Swan Lake...............2.30........................7.30

9 7 7 7

The Witches of Eastwick ..................................................7.30 9

FEBRUARY Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri

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The Witches of Eastwick ..................................................7.30 The Witches of Eastwick..................2.30........................7.30 The Witches of Eastwick ..................................................7.30 The Witches of Eastwick..................2.30........................7.30 Brendan Cole ...................3.00 .......................7.30 Queen of the Night ...................................................7.30 Stewart Lee ...................................................7.30

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Richard Alston Dance Company ....................................7.30 10

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Richard Alston Dance Company ....................................7.30 Rumours of Fleetwood Mac............................................7.30 Thriller Live ...................................................7.30 Thriller Live ...................................................7.30 Thriller Live ...................................................7.30 Thriller Live ...................................................7.30 Thriller Live ..................................5.00........8.00 Thriller Live ...................2.30........................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Red Shoes..........................................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Red Shoes..........................................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Red Shoes .........2.30........................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Red Shoes..........................................7.30 Matthew Bourne’s Red Shoes .........2.30........................7.30

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Mamma Mia

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Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia

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

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Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia

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

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Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia

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

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Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia Mamma Mia

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

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Abigail’s Party Abigail’s Party Abigail’s Party Abigail’s Party Abigail’s Party

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

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Abigail’s Party Solid Silver Sixties

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Northern Ballet Casanova.................................................7.30 Northern Ballet Casanova.................................................7.30 Northern Ballet Casanova ................2.30........................7.30 Northern Ballet Goldilocks..............2.00.......................

Northern Ballet Casanova.................................................7.30 Northern Ballet Casanova ................2.30........................7.30 10cc ...................................................7.30

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Sunny Afternoon ...................................................7.30 Sunny Afternoon ...................2.30........................7.30 Sunny Afternoon ...................2.30........................7.30 Sunny Afternoon ...................................................7.30 Sunny Afternoon ...................2.30........................7.30 Babe the Sheep Pig ...................1.00.......4.00 .......

Babe the Sheep Pig 11.00.........2.00.......................

Woman in Black ...................................................7.30 Woman in Black ...................2.30........................7.30 Woman in Black ...................2.30........................7.30 Woman in Black ...................................................7.30 Woman in Black ...................2.30........................7.30 Omid Djalili ...................................................8.00 Buddy Holly & Cricketers.................................................7.30

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Running Wild Running Wild Running Wild Running Wild Running Wild

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Sister Act Sister Act Sister Act Sister Act Sister Act Sister Act Shakin Stevens

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Nabucco Aida That’ll Be The Day

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Breakin’ Convention

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Super Sunday Super Sunday

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Chotto Desh

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Dee Dee Bridgewater ...................................................8.00 Count Arthur Strong ...................................................7.30 Million Dollar Quartet ...................................................7.30 Million Dollar Quartet ...................................................7.30 Million Dollar Quartet ...................2.30........................7.30 Million Dollar Quartet ...................................................7.30 Million Dollar Quartet ...................................................7.30 Million Dollar Quartet ...................2.30........................7.30 Ian Waite & Natalie Lowe.................................................7.30

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Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom ..........1.00.......4.30........

Ben & Holly’s Little 10.00........1.00........................

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English Touring Opera English Touring Opera English Touring Opera Reginald D Hunter

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Romeo + Juliet/Twelfth Night .......................................7.30 Romeo + Juliet/Twelfth Night .......................................7.30 Romeo + Juliet/Twelfth Night.......2.30........................7.30 Romeo + Juliet/Twelfth Night .......................................7.30 Romeo + Juliet/Twelfth Night.......2.30........................7.30

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The Play That Goes Wrong...............................................7.30 The Play That Goes Wrong...............................................7.30 The Play That Goes Wrong ..............2.30........................7.30 The Play That Goes Wrong...............................................7.30 The Play That Goes Wrong...............................................7.30 The Play That Goes Wrong ..............2.30........................7.30

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Fantastic Mr Fox Fantastic Mr Fox Fantastic Mr Fox Fantastic Mr Fox

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Funny Girl Funny Girl Funny Girl Funny Girl Funny Girl

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Funny Girl ...................2.30........................7.30 Milkshake! Live 11.00.........2.00.......................

A Murder is Annnounced..................................................7.30 A Murder is Annnounced..................................................7.30

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A Murder is Annnounced .................2.30........................7.30 A Murder is Annnounced..................................................7.30 A Murder is Annnounced..................................................7.30 A Murder is Annnounced .................2.30........................7.30 Heather Millan ...................2.30........................7.00 Rhythm of the Dance ...................................................7.30 Some Guys Have all the Luck .........................................7.30

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Gangsta Granny Gangsta Granny Gangsta Granny

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Jane Eyre Jane Eyre Jane Eyre Jane Eyre Jane Eyre Jane Eyre

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Alice Alice Alice Alice

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The Railway Children

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The Railway Children The Railway Children The Railway Children The Railway Children The Railway Children

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Dreamboats & Petticoats..................................................7.30 Dreamboats & Petticoats..................................................7.30 Dreamboats & Petticoats .................2.30........................7.30 Dreamboats & Petticoats..................................................7.30 Dreamboats & Petticoats..................................................7.30 Dreamboats & Petticoats .................2.30........................7.30

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Open Day

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Curious Incident Curious Incident Curious Incident

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Curious Incident Curious Incident Purple Rain

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Shirley Valentine Shirley Valentine Shirley Valentine Shirley Valentine Shirley Valentine

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KEY TO ACCESS PERFORMANCES see pages 3 and 64 for details

SIGNED PERFORMANCE AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE CAPTIONED PERFORMANCE RELAXED PERFORMANCE

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A BRAND NEW MUSICAL ADAPTATIO N

Wednesday 21 – Saturday 24 June Adapted for the stage by Sam Holcroft Boggis, Bunce and Bean, three greedy, smelly, horrid farmers hate the cunning Mr Fox.

“You know as well as Mr Fox is smart, clever and rather fantastic, but he doesn’t realise how I do: no-one determined the farmers are to get revenge. Can he hatch a plan to save his family and friends? Can they outrun the diggers and outsmart the outfoxes a fox!” farmers? And can Rabbit shut up long enough not to give the game away?

Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr Fox is family fun at its finest. A juicy tale of greed, pride and the power of friendship, this flagship production for the Roald Dahl centenary celebrations, promises a dahlicious theatrical feast with live music and songs and gloriumptious designs. A wondercrump treat for the whole family! Suitable for ages 5+ Wed 7pm, Thur 10.30am & 7pm, Fri 7pm, Sat 10.30am & 2.30pm Adults: a) £18 Under 18s: a) £14

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Family Ticket: 4 people (incl at least 1 adult): Bands A – D £60 Schools: Bands A – D £9 (+ 1 teacher free with every 10 tickets booked), Thur 10.30am

Monday 26 June - Saturday 1 July

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‘Don’t believe this five-star hype?

Go see for yourselves… if you can get in.’ The Telegraph

Hot on the heels of a record breaking, critically acclaimed West End run this ‘UTTERLY IRRESISTIBLE’ (The Sunday Times) new production of Funny Girl is now coming to Norwich.

Funny Girl brought global fame to Barbra Streisand 50 years ago and boasts some of the most iconic songs in film and theatre history, including People and Don’t Rain On My Parade.

This ‘EXHILARATING’ (The Independent) musical tells the story of Fanny Brice, whose vocal talents and comedic ability see her rise from Brooklyn music hall singer to Broadway star.

Don’t miss your chance to see this ‘PHENOMENAL’ (The Telegraph) production when it comes to Norwich Theatre Royal for 1 week only in June 2017.

Eves 7.30pm

d) £18 d) £14

e) £7 e) £7

Signed Perf: Sat 24 June, 2.30pm Audio Described Perf Sat 24 June, 2.30pm

JULE STYNE LYRICS BY BOB MERRILL BOOK BY ISOBEL LENNART FROM AN ORIGINAL STORY BY MISS LENNART REVISED BOOK BY HARVEY FIERSTEIN DIRECTOR MICHAEL MAYER MUSIC BY

c) £32.50 c) £39.50

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d) £27.50 d) £32.50

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Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm

Mon - Thur a) £43.50 b) £39.50 Fri & Sat: a) £48.50 b) £45

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

e) £8 e) £8

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“Kids loved this show. Every comic opportunity is grasped” Daily Telegraph

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“Brilliantly adapted and directed, this is a cracker of a show! Totally grantastic!”

STAR CAST TO BE ANNOUNCED

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Monday 3 – Saturday 8 July

Thursday 13 – Saturday 15 July

The residents of Chipping Cleghorn are astonished to read an advert in the local newspaper that a murder will take place this coming Friday at Little Paddocks, the home of Letitia Blacklock.

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

It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing – staying with Granny! There will be cabbage soup, cabbage pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows one thing for sure – it’s going to be sooooooooo boring! But what Ben doesn’t know is that Granny has a secret – and Friday nights are about to get more exciting than he could ever imagine, as he embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with his very own Gangsta Granny!

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £8 OFF Tues – Thur eves

From the award-winning producers of HORRIBLE HISTORIES comes the world premiere of this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK’s best-selling author for children.

Group Rates: Tues – Thur eves see page 61 for further information

Thur & Fri 10.30am & 7pm, Sat 10.30am & 2.30pm

“A murder is announced and will take place on Friday, October the thirteenth, at Little Paddocks – at six-thirty p.m.”

Unable to resist, the group gather at the house at the appointed time, when the lights go out and a gun is fired. Enter Miss Marple, who must unravel a complex series of relationships and events to solve the mystery of the killer...

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“The brilliant Birmingham Stage Company have produced a fantastic show. It’s superb. And so much better than the book!”

c) £19

d) £18

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e) £7

Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night

Captioned Performance: Wed 5 July, 2.30pm

Thur 7pm: a) £16.50 All other perfs: a) £18.50

b) £16.50 b) £18.50

David Walliams

c) £16.50 c) £18.50

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d) £16.50 d) £18.50

e) £7 e) £7

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A – D £4 OFF all perfs Family Tickets: (4 people incl at least1 adult): Bands A- D £52 Thur 7pm, £60 all other perfs Schools: Bands A – D £9 Thur & Fri 10.30am Signed Performance: Sat 15 July, 2.30pm Relaxed performance: Sat 15 July 10.30am Especially suited to those with autism.

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Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night

Following a critically acclaimed season at the National Theatre, Jane Eyre will be coming to Norwich Theatre Royal. This innovative re-imagining of Charlotte Brontë's masterpiece is a collaboration between the National Theatre and Bristol Old Vic and is directed by Sally Cookson.

The classic story of the trailblazing Jane is as inspiring as ever.

This bold and dynamic production uncovers one woman’s fight for freedom and fulfilment on her own terms. Jane Eyre’s spirited heroine faces life’s obstacles head-on, surviving poverty, injustice and the discovery of bitter betrayal before taking the ultimate decision to follow her heart.

“Captures the beating heart of the novel. And then some”

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £6 OFF Wed mat Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £6 OFF Tues – Thur eves Schools: Bands C & D £8.50 Wed mat Group Rates: Tues – Thur eves and mats see page 61 for further information

Mail on Sunday

“Aflame with passion. A picture of exultant feminism” The Observer Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm a) £27.50 b) £24 c) £21 d) £18

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e) £8

Wednesday 26 – Saturday 29 July

Audio Described Performance: Wed 19 Jul, 2.30pm Captioned Performance: Fri 21 Jul, 7.30pm Discounts subject to allocation being available

Photos of original cast by Manuel Harlan

Monday 17 – Saturday 22 July

Alice is fed up with everyone asking her about her adventures in Wonderland. After all, the whole thing was only a dream – or was it? She would much rather concentrate on becoming a mathematician like Uncle Lewis. But when the White Rabbit reappears and tells her that Wonderland needs her once again, Alice is forced to revisit her old adventures and face many new ones. The dreaded Jabberwock is terrorising the land, and the Queen of Hearts is up to no good. Can Alice save the day? And can she change her future by changing her past?

A fun-filled musical adventure for all the family, from the writer of High School Prom Queen and Peter Pan Return to Neverland. Ideal entertainment for the start of the summer holidays.

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £2 OFF all perfs

Sponsored by Shell UK Ltd

Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £2 OFF all perfs

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b) £12

c) £12

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Monday 31 July – Saturday 5 August Adapted by Dave Simpson E. Nesbit’s classic novel The Railway Children is brought thrillingly to life in a stunning new stage production.

This best-loved tale, made famous by the iconic 1970 movie starring Jenny Agutter and Bernard Cribbins, delivers a compelling coming of age story and a fascinating insight into Edwardian rural life.

When their father mysteriously disappears with two strangers one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are turned upside down.

Forced to leave the comforts of their privileged London life in exchange for a simple existence in the depths of the Yorkshire countryside, this fractured family soon discover new friendships and an unexpected secret that will change their lives forever.

Complete with beautiful period costumes and ingenious designs, this new production promises an uplifting theatrical experience for all ages, packed with intrigue, adventure, joy and jubilation.

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Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night

Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF Wed mat Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF Tues Thur eves and mats Group Rates: Tues - Thur eves see page 61 for further information Signed Performance: Sat 5 Aug, 2.30pm Audio Described: Sat 5 Aug, 2.30pm

FEATURING CLASSIC TRACKS FROM ROY ORBISON, THE SHADOWS, EDDIE COCHRAN, BILLY FURY, AND MANY MORE, INCLUDING LET’S DANCE, TO KNOW HIM IS TO LOVE HIM, SHAKING ALL OVER, BOBBY’S GIRL, LITTLE TOWN FLIRT, ONLY SIXTEEN, RUNAROUND SUE, HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEET 16, LET IT BE ME, GREAT PRETENDER, C’MON EVERYBODY, LET’S TWIST AGAIN AND MANY MORE HITS FROM MUSIC’S GOLDEN ERA!

Monday 7 – Saturday 12 August Inspired by the smash hit multi-million selling albums Dreamboats and Petticoats, the West End sell out sensation Dreamboats and Petticoats The Musical features some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era. And, with over 2 million copies sold and weeksat No. 1 in the charts the Great British public didn’t just want tolisten to Friends & Corporate Club: pure nostalgia: They’d love to see it as well.

Bands A & B £5 OFF first night In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby Over 60s Special Price: compete to win a national song writing competition – and, more Bands A & B £6 OFF Wed mat importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock Under 18s Special Price: ‘n’ roll fame beckons.

Bands A & B £6 OFF Tues & Eves 7.30pm, Mats Wed & Sat 2.30pm Thur eves Mats: Eves:

a) £25.50 a) £29

b) £21.50 b) £25

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Tuesday 29 August – Saturday 2 September The National Theatre’s internationally acclaimed production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time returns to Norwich in August 2017.

Winner of 7 Olivier Awards and 5 Tony Awards® including ‘Best Play’, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time brings Mark Haddon’s best-selling novel to thrilling life on stage, adapted by two-time Olivier Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens and directed by Olivier and Tony Award®-winning director Marianne Elliott.

Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life.

He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When he falls under the suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world.

“A beautiful, ingenious and deeply felt production” Daily Telegraph

“A phenomenal combination of storytelling and spectacle” The Times

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b) £26

c) £22.50

d) £21

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Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night Over 60s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF Wed & Thur mats Under 18s Special Price: Bands A & B £5 OFF Wed & Thur mats and Wed-Thur eves Group Rates: Wed – Thur eves and mats see page 61 for further information Captioned Performance: Thur 31 Aug, 2.30pm Audio Described Performance: Sat 2 Sept, 2.30pm Discounts subject to allocation being available

Photo of Luke Treadaway by Hugo Glendinning. Photos of the UK Tour Cast by Brinkhoff/Mögenburg

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Jodie Prenger Friends & Corporate Club: Half price first night

Tuesday 5 - Saturday 9 September Shirley is a Liverpool housewife. Her kids have left home and she makes chips and egg for her husband while talking to the wall.

Where has her life disappeared to? Out of the blue, her best friend offers her a trip to Greece for 2 weeks and she secretly packs her bags. She heads for the sun and starts to see the world and herself very differently.

Willy Russell’s heart-warming comedy premiered in 1986 and took the world by storm. It was adapted into an Oscar nominated film.

Now, on its 30th anniversary, Jodie Prenger stars in a major revival of this national treasure.

Eves 7.30pm, Mats Thur & Sat 2.30pm a) £26.50 b) £22.50 c) £19.50 SEE PAGE 34 FOR DATES TICKETS GO ON SALE

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d) £18

e) £8

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For only £12 a month play the Theatre Royal Jackpot and you will be entered into our monthly draw where you can win:

Two top price tickets to a show of your choice (subject to availability)

One of 10 £50 Theatre Royal vouchers One of 10 prizes of £100 Or the top prize of £1,000 Plus you’ll receive an entry into our twice yearly draw to win a total of £30,000 Sign up now and play the Theatre Royal Jackpot Pick up an application form from the theatre, call (01603) 598556 and we’ll send you one, or download from theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk. Players must be 16 or over.

PLAY NOW – ONLY £12 A MONTH All profits raised from the Theatre Royal Jackpot go directly to supporting our educational work with 20,000 children and young people each year Theatre Royal Registered Charity No. 262259 The Theatre Royal Jackpot is an official lottery product from Norwich City Football Club

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DECEMBER 2017 Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun

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Sunday 4 December, 7pm

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Sunday 18 December, 7.30pm

THE RAF IN CONCERT

Thursday 5 January, 7.30pm

A VISION OF ELVIS

BEYOND THE BARRICADE

Enjoy an uplifting evening of musical entertainment performed by the Royal Air Force’s finest musicians. Featuring an inspirational mix of show tunes, classical pieces, legendary big band numbers and stirring military marches, the critically acclaimed RAF in Concert tour will be touching down at the Theatre Royal, for one night only.

Leaves audiences all shook up, with an uplifting and authentic Elvis experience. Celebrating the music of Elvis Presley, the show takes you on a journey from Elvis's Movie Years through to his '68 Comeback, building to a climactic Concert Years’ finale. a) £24 b) £24 c) £22 d) £22 e) £7

An exciting concert portrayal of the greatest songs in musical theatre, performed by a cast of past principal performers from Les Misérables.

Features songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, Jersey Boys, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Misérables.

a) £25 b) £22 c) £22 d) £19 e) £8

a) £21.50 b) £19.50 c) £18.50 d) £17.50 e) £7

Groups 10+: Bands A-D 10% off

JANUARY 2018 Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thur Fri Sat Sun

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Starring

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Richard Gauntlett

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Monday 9 January, 7.30pm

MILES JUPP Astronauts. Regrets. The sexes. Social Media. Hipsters. Poo. Rage. Medicine.

Manners. Identity. Lost stuff. Other stuff.

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Miles Jupp, (stand-up, actor, writer, thinker, father, husband, worrier, fool, star of Rev. and host of The News Quiz) hits the road in a freshly-ironed shirt and some robust trousers and tries to make some bloody sense of it all. 16+

Concessions apply to all highlighted performances Over 60s/Under 18s Special Price: Bands A-D £2 OFF

CLASSIC ROCK SHOW

A – Z of Rock World Tour 2017

Songs of Freedom

Ben Langley

Sunday 22 January, 7.30pm

Performing the greatest songs from across the alphabet of rock, The Classic Rock Show’s world class band powers through classic rock’s finest moments, from AC/DC and Aerosmith, to Eric Clapton, The Eagles, ELO, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Meatloaf and Queen, to The Who, Zeppelin, ZZ Top and everything in between. Plus a huge sound and light show. a) £24 b) £24 c) £19 d) £16.50 e) £7

a) £17

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b) £17

c) £17 d) £17 e) £7

Wednesday 25 January, 7.30pm

NATHAN CARTER Nathan Carter is one of the biggest names on the Irish music scene and is fast becoming a big name all over the UK with his fine performances that include the hit song Wagon Wheel.

Nathan and his six man band perform a great variety of country, Irish, pop and ballads - music for everyone of all ages. Nathan is an expert accordion player so you can expect a bit of hand clapping, foot tapping hooley in a superbly entertaining show. a) £25 b) £25 c) £22 d) £22 e) £8

BEAUTY’S SPECIAL OFFER:

Signed Performance: Sat 13 Jan, 2.30pm

Bands A – D £3 OFF if paid for before the end of February 2017.

Applies to all perfs on top of published discounts.

Audio Described: Wed 3 Jan, 2.30pm Sat 6 Jan, 2.30pm

Sunday 5 February, 3pm & 7.30pm

BRENDAN COLE All Night Long

Captioned Perf:

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A brand new show for 2017, Brendan hosts another spectacular production featuring his guest dancers, a new leading lady, and a 14 piece band and singers live on stage. Stunning lighting, amazing special effects and superb choreography. It’s going to be a party!

Highlighted in Black

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Don’t miss it.

All other performances

a) £24.50

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Monday 6 February, 7.30pm

Tuesday 7 February, 7.30pm

Sunday 12 February, 7.30pm

WHITNEY - QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

STEWART LEE

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award winning production features a stellar line-up with rising West End star Rebecca Freckleton delivering a powerhouse and breathtaking performance. Delivers hit after hit.

After four years writing and performing twelve half hours of stand up for his TV show, this is Stewart’s first brand new full length show since the award-winning Carpet Remnant World. 16+

a) £23 b) £21 c) £19

d) £17 e) £7

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“The best comedian in Britain” Daily Mirror a) £22 b) £22 c) £22 d) £22 e) £7

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Monday 24 April, 7.30pm

BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS

Hits to Blues Tour

With nearly five decades of legendary music to choose from, this is an opportunity for fans old and new to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most popular bands of all time.

From Albatross and Man of the World, to classic hits like Rhiannon, Don’t Stop, You Make Loving Fun and Seven Wonders, this is the very best of Fleetwood Mac.

This breathtaking show has rock ‘n’ rolled audiences across the globe from Cardiff to California, Barking to Bangkok and Swindon to Sweden. Starring some of the finest actor-musicians in the UK, whose combined credits include Buddy, Lennon, Forbidden Planet and Jailhouse Rock.

“Buddy brilliant” Graham Norton, BBC One a) £19.50 b) £19.50 c) £16 d) £16 e) £7

Sunday 7 May, 8pm

Thursday 11 May, 7.30pm

SHAKIN STEVENS

THAT’LL BE THE DAY

Echoes Of Our Times Tour With 33 hit singles and 4 UK No. 1s to his name, the platinum-selling entertainer and performer will be wowing fans old and new as he performs tracks from his new album, Echoes Of Our Times, along with classic hits such as This Ole House, Green Door, Oh Julie and What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For? 14+ a) £35 b) £35 c) £22.50 d) £22.50 e) £8

After an incredible three decades of touring, the UK’s No.1 Rock & Roll variety production returns with another brand new show!

This year’s production features a fresh new line-up of sensational classic gold hits, spanning the 50’s right through to the 70’s, mixed as always with even more hilarious comedy! www.thatllbetheday.com a) £26 b) £25 c) £24 d) £22 e) £8

a) £24.50 b) £24.50 c) £22 d) £22 e) £7

Sunday 2 April, 7.30pm

SOLID SILVER 60S SHOW Over 30 years, the Solid Silver 60s Show has entertained the nation and celebrated history’s most successful decade of music.

In 2017, we are delighted to welcome back Solid Silver 60s favourites THE MERSEYBEATS, DAVE BERRY, WAYNE FONTANA and VANITY FARE as well as our very special guest from the USA CHRIS MONTEZ. a) £29 b) £26.50 c) £21 d) £19 e) £8

Friday 7 April, 2pm Northern Ballet

GOLDILOCKS & THE THREE BEARS Goldilocks is a mischievous little girl. Always on the look-out for an adventure, one day her curiosity leads her to a house full of many surprises. With a family of friendly bears, a beautiful blue bird and bowls of delicious porridge, this ballet is just right! The perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre for the first time. Lasts approximately 40 minutes.

Adults: a) - e) £7 Under 18s: a) - e) £6

ON SALE NOW The ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups

Sunday 23 April, 8pm

OMID DJALILI

Award winning comedian and actor Omid Djalili, known for his legendary stand-up performances, is back on a nationwide tour! Intelligent, sometimes provocative and always entertaining, his stand-up is a hugely energetic and captivating comedy masterclass. 16+ Support act to be announced.

“One of the most joyfully smart, stimulating and entertaining comedians this country has” The Telegraph a) £24 b) £24 d) £24 e) £7

Sunday 21 May, 7.30pm

Sunday 28 May, 7.30pm

COUNT ARTHUR STRONG

AN AUDIENCE WITH IAN WAITE & NATALIE LOWE

The Sound of Mucus

Schmuck For a Night

ON SALE NOW

Using stories and other things that are secret, Count Arthur Strong, showbiz legend, pays tribute to one of the best musicals he can remember.

Uniquely recreating the salient and poignant moments for your enjoyment. Plus something else. Don’t miss this amazing event.

“Just gets funnier and funnier” The Guardian

“A relentless blast of comic surprises” The Times

Somewhere In Time

Strictly’s favourite couple have developed a whole new show with newly choreographed routines of their favourite Ballroom and Latin dances, with new music to accompany these dances and give you a feel good factor with pure romance. a) £26 b) £26 c) £24 d) £24 e) £8

a) £22.50 b) £22.50 c) £22.50 d) £22.50 e) £7

Sunday 4 June, 8pm

REGINALD D HUNTER PLUS SUPPORT

A highly anticipated brand new show.

During the 15 years in which he has lived in the UK, Reginald’s searingly honest material has garnered him a popular fanbase that spans the generations. His appearances on television have included 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown and the hugely popular three-part BBC2 series Reginald D Hunter’s Songs Of The South.

“STAND-UP COMEDY’S COOLEST CUSTOMER” Telegraph a) £23 b) £23 c) £23 d) £23 e) £7

c) £24

Sunday 9 April, 7.30pm

10CC One of the most inventive and influential bands in the history of pop, led by co-founder Graham Gouldman, with an array of hits including I’m Not In Love, Dreadlock Holiday, Rubber Bullets, Donna and many more. a) £35 b) £35 c) £35 d) £30 e) £8

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MILKSHAKE LIVE!

The Magic Milkshake Story Book

Sunday 9 July, 2.30pm & 7pm

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ONCE UPON A FAIRY TALE Heather Millan School of Dance and Performing Arts

RHYTHM OF THE DANCE

This incredible live show creates a new era in Irish entertainment, featuring Join your favourite milkshake! world champion dancers, a traditional characters for an all singing, all dancing Irish band, and the handsome Young spectacular stage show! With superb Irish Tenors. The show celebrates a These talented local performers songs, funky dance routines, loads of bring to life films, fables and fantasies renewed vigour in Irish culture, laughter, bags of audience interaction embracing traditional and current to and bucket loads of fun, it’s the family from some of the most famous the ancient Sean Nos dance style. writers and storytellers in history. show not to be missed. Starring the milkshake! presenters and a whole This dazzling production will be a) £24.50 b) £22.50 c) £18 d) £16 e) £7 host of popular characters from performed by a cast of over 250 milkshake’s stellar line up. dancers and singers.

Adults: £14.50, £14.50, £14.50, £14.50, £7 Suitable for all the family.

Under 18s: £12.50, £12.50, £12.50, £12.50, £7 a) £17.50 b) £15.50 c) £13 FAMILY TICKET: (4 people incl at least d) £10.50 e) £7 1 adult): Bands A – D £50

learning and participation

Thur 8 – Sat 10 December 2016, 7.30pm at STAGE TWO Youth Theatre Company presents ARABIAN NIGHTS adapted by Dominic Cooke It is wedding night in the palace of the King. By morning, the new Queen Shahrazad is to be put to death, like all the young brides before her. But she has one thing that could save her – the gift of storytelling. Her dazzling array of tales and characters are summoned from strange and magical worlds populated by giant beasts, singing trees and crafty thieves. But will her silver-tongued stories be enough to enchant her husband and save her life?

Arabian Nights celebrates the power of the imagination – a timeless piece of storytelling for all the family.

Sunday 3 September, 7.30pm

PURPLE RAIN

A Celebration of Prince

Saturday 26 August 10am - 4pm FREE Tuesday 11 July, 7.30pm

SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK A celebration of the career of one of rock’s greatest icons, Rod Stewart – from street busker through to international superstar! Paul Metcalfe delivers an authentic and charismatic performance - from the distinctive vocals to the swaggering showmanship and sheer fun that have made Rod Stewart one of the most loved performers of all time.

Open Day

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.

£10 (concessions £8.50)

A world class live celebration of the music, life and legacy of Prince.

This full 8 piece live band delivers a non-stop, hit-packed show spanning more than two hours! Complete with backing vocals, horn section, keys and Jimi Love as the unsurpassed Prince.

Expect to see, hear and feel all of the hits from one of the most loved artists of all time. 1999, Little Red Corvette, Purple Rain, Kiss, Diamonds And Pearls, U Got The Look, When Doves Cry, Cream, I Wanna Be Your Lover and so many more.

Thur 15 – Sat 17 December 2016, 7.30pm at STAGE TWO Youth Theatre Company presents Voltaire’s CANDIDE adapted by Scott Hunter Candide, the unlucky innocent optimist, is led through a series of outlandish, side-splitting misadventures than span nine countries, in order to be reunited with his childhood love. Along the journey, he encounters shipwrecks and pirates, riches beyond the comprehension of mortal man, earthquakes, revolution, slave traders, and sheep … lots of sheep. Based, very loosely, on Voltaire’s comic masterpiece, Candide is a hilarious romp through the highs and lows of 18th century life.

a) £22.50 b) £22.50 c) £22.50 d) £22.50 e) £7

The show includes all the massive hits from Rod’s incredible career, from Maggie May, Baby Jane and Do Ya Think I’m Sexy through to Sailing, You’re In My Heart, Tonight’s The Night and timeless Motown tunes from the album Soulbook. a) £22.50 b) £22.50 c) £19 d) £19 e) £7

£10 (concessions £8.50)

Tickets available from Theatre Royal Box Office tel: 01603 630000 book online at www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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T R A I N I N G & S K I L L S D E V E LO P M E N T Thur 2 – Sat 4 March 2017, 8pm, at Stage Two Youth Theatre Company presents EXTREMISM

by Anders Lustgarten The police just took Jamal away. Because Miss Tomlinson called them. Because she had to. Because of Prevent. But now Miss Tomlinson and the police are gone, and all that’s left is a shell-shocked class. Who knew Jamal? What did he do? And what is going to happen next? A play about fear, friendship and the creeping polarisation of our society. 15+ £10 (concessions £8.50) Thur 30 March-Sat 1 April 2017, 8pm, at Stage Two Youth Theatre Company presents Burying your Brother in the Pavement

by Jack Thorne Jack Thorne writes for stage, screen and radio, most notably Skins, This is England and Harry Potter and The Cursed Child.

What happens when your brother suddenly dies and you are the only one who doesn’t seem upset?

Tom and Luke were never close and now Luke is dead Tom isn’t sure how he feels. As he runs from the funeral to the council estate where his brother was killed, his journey of discovery begins. Meeting grotesque and flamboyant characters along the way, this compelling, funny and honest play is about grief, love and learning to understanding people a little more closely. 11+ £10 (concessions £8.50) All performances captioned Thur 6 - Sat 8 April 2017, 8pm at Stage Two Youth Theatre Company presents Antigone by Sophocles War has just ended and both of Antigone's brothers are dead.

One is deemed a hero and given a state funeral, the other a traitor, left to rot on the ground.

A young Antigone fights for what she believes to be right, whatever the consequences, naive to the line of catastrophic events that will follow.

A modern version of the classic tragedy about power, strength, love and belief. 12+, Some strong language £10 (concessions £8.50) Captioned performance Fri 7 April 8pm Tickets available from Theatre Royal Box Office tel: 01603 630000 book online at www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

JUNIOR ARTS COURSES Structured course in acting skills. Classes divided according to age.

Ages 7-15. Saturdays. £50 - £65 per term.

EXAMINATION CLASSES Tuition for exams in a variety of disciplines, including Acting, Verse & Prose, Improvisation, and Oral Communication.

Exams accredited by ATHE. Ages 9 and up. £65 per term.

AUDITION TECHNIQUE CLASS 7 session weekly course for those considering applying for Drama School, University or who just want to improve technique.

From 9 January 2017.

NATIONAL YOUTH THEATRE AUDITIONS

CREATIVE INDUSTRIES OPEN EVENING

Every audition includes a three-hour workshop with a professional theatre director and a one-on-one session.

Level 3 Technical Theatre and Level 3 Performing Arts Together with Access to Music we are offering these courses from September 2017. If you are interested in either Performing Arts or Technical Theatre, come along to our open evenings for a tour of the facilities, experience informative presentations, plus have the chance to talk to staff.

Ages 14 - 25 11 – 19 February 2017 Book online: www.nyt.org.uk/auditions

ACTING FOR THE SCREEN MASTERCLASS Led by top industry professionals, aimed at students wishing to gain more skills and knowledge in performing for TV and Film, this is a six-day masterclass run by the National Youth Theatre.

Ages 15 - 25 13 – 18 February 2017

8 February & 8 March 2017, 6 – 7pm Activities take place in Stage Two at the Theatre Royal, or at The Garage, 14 Chapelfield North, Norwich NR2 1NY.

Mon 7.30pm-9.30pm. £95 per course.

AUDITION PREPARATION COURSE 5 session weekly course of exclusive work on audition speeches, with advice on choice of pieces and intensive direction to build confidence and technique.

From 12 January 2017.

Thur 7.30pm-9.30pm. £90 per course.

For further information or enrolment forms for all of the above courses, please contact Rachel Lloyd, Stage Two Administrator, on (01603) 598600, email r.lloyd@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk, or write to her at Theatre Royal, Theatre Street, Norwich NR2 1RL.

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NORFOLK SCHOOLS PROJECT Now in its 19th year, this 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 theatre professionals which leads to a musical performance on stage at the Theatre Royal.

The Theatre Royal is an Arts Award Supporter. Attending our performances, or participating in our courses and activities, could contribute towards your Arts Award.Head to the ‘Take Part’ tab on our website where you will find Discover, Explore and Bronze log books which can be completed in your own time or whilst taking part in fun, engaging activities at the theatre.

“This project has made a seemingly inaccessible art form a source of enjoyment and inspiration for the children. THANK YOU!” Teacher FILM GUIDE We produced a film ‘How to behave at the theatre’ as part of the Theatre Access Project (T.A.P), a partnership between Norwich Theatre Royal and Norse Group. The project was developed to encourage primary schools who do not normally visit the theatre, to see a production and take advantage of the accompanying educational opportunities.

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

WORK EXPERIENCE Week-long placements can be arranged for students with an evident, 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 950 young people have participated in week long work experience placements at Norwich Theatre Royal, both in our Front of House and Backstage/Technical departments.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Organised activities in conjunction with visiting companies, such as Matthew Bourne, Northern Ballet, National 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 individuals too.

WORKSHOPS and EVENTS 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.

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 or via TeacherTube.

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

“It was an experience that will stay with them forever” Teacher

Norwich Theatre Royal’s Education programme is supported by Arts Council England, Norwich Town Close Estate Charity, Garfield Weston Foundation, Geoffrey Watling Charity, Pass Bassham Charitable Trust, Michael Tippett Foundation, Chivers Trust, Ernest Cook Trust, John Jarrold Trust, Norfolk Opera Trust, Norwich Theatre Royal Ambassadors, Julian Claxton Photography and Hollinger Print

If you are coming to a show and wish to add educational value to your visit please contact the education department who can guide you on what’s available.

The region’s premier I.T. solutions provider

For more information, please visit our website: www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk, click on Take Part, see our Education Newsletter or sign up to our education mailing list by contacting Jason Raper, Education Manager (Schools), on (01603) 598623 or email j.raper@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk Victoria Jenkins, Education Manager (Projects), on (01603) 598624 or email v.jenkins@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

“I found it inspiring and hope that you are involved in future school activities” Pupil

“The education department provide a first class service with the staff, children and parents recognised and valued” Teacher

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Children and Family Arts Festival 3 – 13 April 2017 Join us for an exciting selection of theatre arts workshops and activities for children and their families during the school holidays. The festival will offer plenty of opportunities to discover and enjoy theatre arts as audiences, as learners and as creators of your own art.

See our website from February 2017 for more details.

Get Creative Weekend 2017 7 – 9 April 2017 Young people and adults A glorious celebration of creativity across the UK. As part of this national celebration we will be running a selection of theatre arts activities across the weekend. Further details about the national event can be found at www.bbc.co.uk/arts/sections/get-creative Save the dates, and see our website from February 2017 for more details.

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.

For more information, please contact Jason Raper, Education Manager, on (01603) 598623 or email j.raper@theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk.

Showing friends, supporters, funders, politicians and anyone else who’s expressed an interest in STAGE TWO around the building itself has reminded me that nothing happens without individual effort.

The initial impetus to bring the Arts Courses back into our orbit started with David Lambert and his team. The pressure on our other educational work to find spaces that could be used to accommodate school visits and the burgeoning work of that department was created by Jason Raper and Victoria Jenkins. In senior management we had the inspirational idea that the derelict building opposite the stage door occupied a space that could be utilised to give our learning and participation work an extra great muscle.

Trustees examined the project from every angle, including several that I hadn’t anticipated, and finally gave consent.

Alan Hepburn and Jon Nelson, our friends from the 2007 refurbishment, guided us through the whole project, executed by RG Carter.

Other departments have played their parts. Jane Claridge has tirelessly guided the whole project with strong support from Will Hill and Ian Greeves and our brilliant technical team. Mark Hazell and Paula Sanchez, abetted by the development team, have brought in the funds that have reassured everyone that the cost will eventually be covered.

David Howe has monitored the money as it arrives.

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And now STAGE TWO belongs to Wendy Ellis and Rachel Lloyd, to whom Stephen Crocker will bring new insights and energy.

Charles Landry, who created the concept of the creative city, points to Norwich as the paradigm of a place that punches above its weight. It’s compact enough to react to a few inspired individuals; big enough to make a difference; far enough away from London to have its own identity; close enough to be part of the bigger picture.

The same could be said about the Theatre Royal. It’s not so big that it can only take the huge shows; nor so small that it can’t pay its way; it feeds from the national touring supply and has enough confidence to take a leading part in – for instance – the Touring Partnership, in discussions with the RSC, Glyndebourne and the National.

And in combination with STAGE TWO and the Playhouse, for which it has managerial responsibility, it represents a unique force in Norwich, Norfolk, East Anglia and the United Kingdom.

Long may it, and all its Friends, Ambassadors, Trustees, supporters and funders, continue.

Peter Wilson MBE DL Chief Executive

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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 Wednesday 7 December 2016. 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 AND EMAIL, 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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Theatre Information

Friends

WELCOME

SPECIAL EFFECTS

HUGE SAVINGS FOR FRIENDS

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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 Ben & Holly and Milkshake! Live 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) 598623.

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

GET TOGETHER GROUPS 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

Half price tickets for the first night of 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.

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

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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 or has a ‘T’ setting) Induction loop Please ensure your hearing aid is loop-enabled or has a ‘T’ setting (not all digital hearing aids come with this setting installed).

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 performances: 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 these full-length performances.

Contact Box Office to book.

Jack & The Beanstalk Fri 13 Jan 2017, 5.30pm.

Gangsta Granny Sat 15 July 2017, 10.30am.

Sleeping Beauty Fri 5 Jan 2018, 5.30pm.

Discounted tickets: For Signed and Captioned performances, Band A seats are half price for deaf and hard of hearing people plus one companion.

Adnams Circle Bar

Enjoy a drink before and after the show Great choice of wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks

Why not order your drinks for the interval in advance?

Hot buffet available pre-show, Monday - Saturday, 2 hours before 2.30pm, 7.30pm and 8.00pm performances A choice of light snacks also available

Kemp’s Restaurant Pre-show meals

Parties and functions

From 12 noon until 2.30pm, our lunch menu is served. Enjoy freshly-prepared sandwiches, ciabattas and wraps, home-made soup and hot meals, all with locally sourced ingredients where possible

We can help make your visit extra special by organising a private party in one of our function rooms or in Kemp’s Restaurant.

We also cater for coach parties booked in advance

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

For all enquiries telephone 01603 598577 or email restaurant@theatreroyal.co.uk

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

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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 Matthew Kelly.

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

Hatch Brenner LLP

Loveday and Partners

Adnams Southwold

Capita

Howes Percival LLP

Lovewell Blake

InTouch Systems

M+A Partners

AECOM Professional Services LLP

City College Norwich

Alan Boswell Group

Computer Service Centre

intu Chapelfield

Marsh

Almary Green Investments Ltd

Contract Personnel Ltd

Jarrolds

Anglian Group PLC

Copy IT Digital Solutions Ltd

Kettle Foods

Mayday Integrated Office Systems

Archant

Dipple & Conway

Arnolds Keys

Eastern Voice and Data

Barclays

Elizabeths The Florist

Birketts LLP.

Grant Thornton

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

Mills & Reeve

Persimmon Homes

Norfolk Police Social Club

Price Bailey

Lambda Films

Norse Commercial Services

PricewaterhouseCoopers

Larking Gowen

North Norfolk Theatres Goers

R G Carter Holdings Ltd

Knowlden Titlow Insurance Brokers

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

Leathes Prior Solicitors

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