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HULL SPRING 2014 NEW

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Welcome

We were very proud to receive the news that Hull has been crowned UK City of Culture 2017, and I am delighted to introduce your Spring/Summer 2014 programme which continues to offer a fantastic programme worthy of our City of Culture. I’m sure you will find that our forthcoming season has something for everyone with live music, dance, comedy, drama, nationally touring musicals, children’s shows, and much more.

Season highlights include the brand new musical ‘Happy Days’ based on the hit TV series, star turns from Denise Van Outen in ‘Some Girl I used to Know’ and Wet Wet singer Marti Pellow in Evita. Comedy continues to have a strong presence at Hull City Hall with big name comedians Russell Brand, Jason Manford and Sarah Millican all choosing Hull on their touring circuits.

We are looking forward to welcoming back Northern Ballet with a beautiful production of Cinderella and are delighted that Birdsong will be performed on the Hull New Theatre stage to mark

the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War. Finally our season would not be complete without some stunning orchestral music at Hull City Hall with performances from acclaimed orchestras and performers including Julian Lloyd Webber with the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra.

I look forward to welcoming you to our venues this season.

Councillor Geraghty Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Culture

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Russia’s acclaimed ballet company returns to Hull with great ballet masterpieces following a sensational season in 2013

Don Quixote Giselle Swan Lake Sleeping Beauty Performed by

The Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia What the critics say

‘Dazzling costumes were complemented by a spectacle of wonderfully choreographed group routines and awe inspiring solo performances’

Don Quixote, Giselle, Swan Lake & Sleeping Beauty Wednesday 15 – Saturday 18 January, Nightly 7.30pm, Thurs and Sat 2.30pm Don Quixote - Wednesday 15 January 7.30pm No ballet can equal this Russian showpiece of thrilling technique, pure panache and explosive balletic fireworks.

This is the enchanting story of an eccentric, yet noble old gentlemen Don Quixote.

Giselle - Thursday 16 January 2.30pm & 7.30pm The most poignant of all classical ballets combines powerful emotions and visual splendour in a chilling and heartrending tale of love, treachery and forgiveness from beyond the grave.

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Swan Lake - Friday 17 January 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.

Sleeping Beauty - Saturday 18 January 2.30pm & 7.30pm Every child’s favourite fairy tale, this is the classic story of love and innocence, mystery and magic set to Tchaikovsky’s sublime score. Stunning choreography, sumptuous costumes and wonderful sets form the fantasy world in which the Lilac Fairy struggles against the evil Carabosse.

Tickets Evenings £19.50 - £34.00 Matinees £17.50 - £29.00 Discounts GC • C • G • U16 Book for any 2 or more ballets and save £5 per ticket (full price tickets only)

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AMY ANZEL in association with TODD RUPPERT of RTR INTERNATIONAL presents

Happy Days Tuesday 28 January - Saturday 1 February, Nightly 7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.30pm

Happy Days are here again with the premiere of a brand new UK tour based on the hit TV series, featuring the unforgettable 'King of Cool' Arthur 'The Fonz' Fonzarelli.

Join your favourite '50's family, the Cunninghams and the rest of the gang – Potsie, Ralph Malph, Joanie and Chachi as they battle to save their beloved diner Arnold's from demolition. In a race against time, can everyone's favourite hero 'The Fonz' save the day?

Happy Days – A New Musical is written by Garry Marshall, the legendary creator of the television series.

Garry is also the director of many world-wide smash-hit films including Pretty Woman, Beaches and The Princess

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Diaries 1&2. The show includes 21 original songs by Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe award-winning Hall of Fame Songwriter, Paul Williams (Bugsy Malone, Evergreen, Rainy Days and Mondays). The show also contains the much-loved Happy Days theme song from the TV show.

Starring popstar HEIDI RANGE as Pinky Tuscadero, BEN FREEMAN (Emmerdale) as The Fonz and CHERYL BAKER (Bucks Fizz) as Mrs Cunningham.

Happy Days – A New Musical is a hilarious feel-good musical that is guaranteed to have you rockin' and rollin' all week long!

Tickets Tues - Thu 7.30pm & Sat 2.30pm £17.00 - £31.00, Thu 2.30pm £15.00 - £27.00, Fri & Sat 7.30pm £19.00 - £33.00 Discounts GC • U16 • C • G Senior Saver: £15 best available Thu 2.30pm

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THE MUSICAL FOR ALL TIME BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

Blood Brothers Monday 24 February - Saturday 1 March. Nightly 7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.30pm

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Written by Willy Russell, the legendary BLOOD BROTHERS tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.

Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning BLOOD BROTHERS. Bill Kenwright’s production recently surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the Standing Ovation Musical, as inevitably it; “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval” Jack Tinker, Daily Mail.

Tickets Mon - Thurs eve & Sat £19.00 - £31.00, Fri & Sat eve £23.00 - £35.00 Thurs matinee £15.00 - £27.00.

Discounts GC • U21 • C • Sch • G Senior Saver: £15.00 best available Thurs 2.30pm

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The Mousetrap Monday 3 – Saturday 8 March, Nightly 7.30pm, Thurs and Sat 2.30pm

The legendary, record-breaking, Box Office smash hit thriller celebrates its 60th anniversary.

The Mousetrap is famous around the world for being the longest running show of any kind in the history of British theatre - with over 25,000 performances it’s a play to be proud of. And to celebrate 60 incredible years on stage, it’s going on tour for the first time to give you a once in a life-time opportunity to see this masterpiece here at the Hull New Theatre.

The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their

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horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be? One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment the identity and the motive are finally revealed.

In her own inimitable style, Dame Agatha Christie has created an atmosphere of shuddering suspense and a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks around every corner.

“The cleverest murder mystery of British Theatre”

The Telegraph “A truly entertaining classic thriller” The Sunday Times

Tickets Mon – Thurs Eves and Sat Mat £18.00 - £27.50, Thurs Mat £17.00 - £23.00, Fri and Sat Eves £19.00 - £29.50 Discounts GC • U21 • C • G

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Robin Cousins’ ICE Tuesday 11 - Saturday 15 March, Nightly 7.30pm, Thu & Sat 2.30pm

I am very excited to bring the daring and dazzling world of figure skating back into an intimate theatrical setting like the Hull New Theatre.

I have hand picked the greatest ice skaters from around the globe, including professionals from

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Dancing on Ice and the Olympics to bring my incredible new production to life. ICE will draw you into its unique world, where world-class skaters glide, soar, flip and fly in a truly theatrical setting.

Tickets Tues - Thu eve & Sat mat £19.00 - £31.00. Thu mat £15.00 - £25.00. Fri & Sat evening £23.00 - £35.00.

Discounts GC • C • U16 • G Senior Saver: £15 best available Thu 2.30pm

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Oklahoma Tuesday 18 – Saturday 22 March, Tues – Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2pm and 7pm ‘Oklahoma!’ has been a favourite with audiences since it first became the longest-running musical on Broadway and was made into an Academy Award-winning film.

From the composers of ‘The Sound of Music’ and ‘The King & I’, the uplifting score is filled with songs that have become international hits including Oh What a Beautiful Mornin’, The Surrey With The Fringe On Top, I’m Just a Girl Who Can’t Say No and the show-stopping The Farmer and The Cowman Should be Friends.

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‘Oklahoma!’ tells the heart-warming tale of a roguish

young cowboy and a free-spirited farm girl, their search for love and the rivalry they encounter as they start out on a new life. Set in turn-of-the-century Oklahoma, the show is a heady recipe of romance, comedy and thighslapping dance in a feast of entertainment suitable for the whole family.

Don’t miss this lavish, new production by award-winning Hessle Theatre Company and rediscover the show that changed Broadway.

Tickets Tues – Fri: £10.00 - £18.00, Sat £14.00 Discounts GC • U16 • C • F • G • EB

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Buddy the Musical Monday 24 – Saturday 29 March, Nightly 7.30pm, Thurs and Sat 2.30pm This sensational multi award winning West End show returns to Hull New Theatre.

Forget feel good, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a cast of phenomenally talented actors and musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his meteoric rise to fame, to his final legendary performance at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa.

Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On,

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La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and many many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb!

Seen by over 22 million people worldwide. Book now for the most successful rock and roll show of all time!

“This show is an absolute must. If you haven’t seen the brilliant musical Buddy yet, buy your ticket now!”

The Sun “The show you will never forget” Daily Mail

Tickets Mon – Thurs Eves and Sat Mat: £16.00 - £28.00, Thurs Mat: £10.00 - £22.00, Fri and Sat Eves: £17.50 - £29.50 Discounts GC • U16 • C • G Senior Saver (Thurs mat only) £15 best available

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Cinderella Wednesday 2 – Saturday 5 April, Nightly 7.30pm, Thurs and Sat 2.30pm Set in Imperial Russia at a time when superstitious people believe in the possibility of magic, Northern Ballet’s new adaptation of this classic fairytale sees heartbreak turn to joy as the unstoppable power of young love conquers all.

A beautiful summer’s day turns into tragedy. Devastated by the loss of her father, and excluded by her cruel stepmother and sisters, Cinderella finds solace on the frozen lake where she first sees her Prince Charming.

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As romance blossoms, a magical encounter in a market place changes Cinderella’s destiny.

Journey through elegant Russia, with breathtaking winter scenes and opulent ballrooms created by Duncan Hayler (Beauty & the Beast, A Midsummer Night’s Dream). With a new score from Phillip Feeney played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, you will not want to miss this unforgettable ballet.

Tickets £15.00 - £33.00 Discounts GC • C • U16 • F • Sch • G • EB Audio described performance available with a free touch tour and insight for the visually impaired. Contact Box Office for information.

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TIM RICE & ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S MASTERPIECE

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‘A MONUMENTAL SHOW’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

BILL KENWRIGHT

BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

‘EVITA TRIUMPHS. A PRODUCTION FULL OF PASSION. A DAZZLING SUCCESS’ THE ECHO

STARRING

MADALENA ALBERTO AS EVA PERON

MARTI PELLOW AS CHE

MARK HEENEHAN AS PERON

Evita Monday 21 – Saturday 26 April, Nightly 7.30pm, Thurs and Sat 2.30pm

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Featuring some of the most famous and inspiring stage music ever written, including the classics Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, On This Night of a Thousand Stars, Oh What A Circus, You Must Love Me and Another Suitcase in Another Hall, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s extraordinary musical EVITA embarks on a spectacular national tour.

Bringing to life the dynamic persona of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron, EVITA tells the story of Eva’s humble beginnings through to extraordinary wealth, power and iconic status which ultimately led her to be heralded as the ‘spiritual leader of the nation’ by the Argentine people.

West End star and multi-platinum selling artist Marti Pellow plays Che, a character who reflects the voice of the people, linked to Eva by destiny he brings conflict to the story of Eva’s rise to fame.

With more than 20 major awards to its credit, including the Oscar winning film version starring Madonna and Antonio Banderas, and featuring one of the most coveted roles in musical theatre, this smash hit show truly promises to be

THE THEATRICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR! Tickets Mon – Thurs Eves and Sat Mat: £24.00 - £34.00, Thurs Mat: £19.00 - £29.00, Fri and Sat Eve: £27.00 - £37.00 Discounts GC • EB • U16 • C • G

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Fiddler on the Roof Tuesday 13 – Saturday 17 May, Tues – Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2pm and 7pm Following the success of last year’s production of ‘The Sound of Music’ Beverley Musical Theatre are delighted to present FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. This show has been seen by 30,000,000 people since it was first staged in 1964.

The story is based around the Russian village of ‘Anatevka’ , where all the villagers follow the Jewish faith and adhere strictly to the ‘Traditions’ and customs of their culture, which guide their lives; what can be eaten, what to wear, the ‘Sabbath prayer’, who can interact with whom, especially with regard to Jewish/Russian relations.

One of the main traditions is the use of a ‘matchmaker’ who arranges the marriages of the young people in the village.

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The story unfolds, as we follow Tevye, a humble milkman, his wife Golde and his five daughters. Tevye speculates ‘If I were a rich man’ and tries to uphold the traditions to the best of his ability, but times are changing and the traditions begin to be questioned and tested by 3 of his daughters and along with outside Russian influences, Anatevka changes forever.

Fiddler on the Roof is a show which can be enjoyed by ALL members of the family. It is a humorous, thought provoking and glorious musical filled with very familiar songs and wonderful characters.

Tickets £13.00 - £17.00 Discounts GC • C

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The Original Theatre Company & Birdsong Productions Ltd

Birdsong Monday 19 – Saturday 24 May. Nightly 7.30pm, Thurs and Sat 2.30pm Marking the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War, Birdsong is the hit, critically acclaimed stage show based on the world famous novel by Sebastian Faulks.

In pre-war France, a young Englishman Stephen Wraysford embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down.

As the war breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep underground.

Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his world explodes around him.

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A mesmerising story of love and courage set both before and during the Great War. Following on from last year’s national tour, seen by over 75,000 people, now it is your chance to experience this stunning piece of theatre live on stage.

“A moving and stunning performance” HHHHH WhatsOnStage “It left me choked up and blinking back the tears at the end.” HHHH The Daily Telegraph birdsongthetour @birdsongthetour

Suitable for ages 12+

Tickets Mon – Thurs Eves and Sat Mat: £16.00 - £24.00, Thurs Mat: £14.00 - £22.00, Fri and Sat Eves: £18.00 - £26.00 Discounts GC • EB • U21 • C • Sch • G Senior Saver (Thurs Mat only) £15 best available

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Northern Academy of Performing Arts PRESENTS

Jesus Christ Superstar Wednesday 4 – Saturday 7 June, Nightly 7.30pm, Thurs 10.30am and Sat 2pm The story of Jesus of Nazareth is known by most, but Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical adaptation shows the human side of a man many believe to be the son of God, the fickle nature of those who worshipped him, and the anguish of the man who would ultimately betray him.

Inspired by the political and personal struggles between Judas Iscariot and Jesus, this spectacular Rock Opera follows the last week of Jesus' life, beginning with the preparations for his arrival in Jerusalem and ending with his crucifixion.

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Originally written as a concept album by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, the show exploded onto the Broadway stage in 1971 earning itself five Tony Award nominations by the following year. Over forty years later it has gone on to become one of the greatest and most enduring musicals of its time.

The Northern Academy of Performing Arts, who previously produced BILLY ELLIOT, now brings the show to the Hull New Theatre stage. A cast bursting with the best of local talent retell this most famous of stories in an excitingly fierce and gritty production.

Tickets Eve & Sat mat £12.00 - £16.00. Thu 10.30am £10.00 - £14.00 Discounts GC • U16 • C • Sch (Thurs 10.30am only)

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IT’S BACK - AND IT’S GONNA LIVE FOREVER! BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

FAME Monday 16 - Saturday 21 June, Mon - Thurs 7.30pm, Fri 5.30pm & 8.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm Based on the Oscar winning musical film and hugely successful TV series; FAME – THE MUSICAL is back – and it’s gonna live forever!

Brought bang up to date this exciting new production will take you on a hi-octane roller coaster ride through dizzy heights and crashing lows as a group of star-struck wannabes embark on their quest for the ultimate accolade – fame.

Set in the New York of today at the world famous High School for Performing Arts New York, young talented

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hopefuls undertake the journey of their lives. Ambition, triumph, heartbreak and romance conspire to steer them off course, and the pressure is too much for some. But, these kids are determined to live forever and FAME is the feel-good sensation that you will never forget!

Bursting with dynamic dance routines and unforgettable songs that have been reimagined for 2014 including; Fame and Let’s Play a Love Scene, FAME – THE MUSICAL has enjoyed seven West End runs since premiering in the USA in 1988 and continues to be performed all over the world.

Tickets Mon - Thurs eve & Sat 2.30pm: £19.00 - £30.00, Fri 5.30pm: £20.00, Fri & Sat eve: £21.00 - £32.00 Discounts GC • C • G • U21 • EB

‘PURE DANCE DYNAMITE’ DAILY EXPRESS

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‘THE FUNNI FUNNIEST EST SHO SHOW W ON THE PLANET PLANET.’ ANETT.’ n tion ctio duc produ o on l Theatre pro The Nationa Daily Mail

23 28 JUNE 2014 A comedy by

RICHARD BEAN

based on The Servant of Two Masters

by Carlo Goldoni with songs by Grant Olding

One Man, Two Guvnors Monday 23 – Saturday 28 June, Nightly 7.30pm, Thurs and Sat 2.30pm

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The National Theatre’s award-winning comedy One Man, Two Guvnors, embarks on its biggest-ever tour of the UK and Ireland from May 2014. Now seen by over 1 million people worldwide, this internationally acclaimed smash-hit is a glorious celebration of British comedy – a unique, laugh-out-loud mix of satire, songs, slapstick and glittering one-liners.

Stubbers – but to prevent discovery, he must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple.

Fired from his skiffle band, Francis Henshall becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe. But Roscoe is really Rachel, posing as her own dead brother – who's been killed by her boyfriend Stanley Stubbers. Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a job with one Stanley

‘One Man, Two Guvnors, one massive hit’ - Independent

Directed by Nick Hytner and Written by Richard Bean.

Based on The Servant of Two Masters by Carlo Goldoni, with songs by Grant Olding.

‘The funniest show on the planet’ - Daily Mail ‘Comic perfection. What are you waiting for? Book now!’

– Daily Telegraph ‘A proper old fashioned giggle’ The Sun

Tickets Mon – Thurs Eves and Sat Mat: £23.00 - £27.50, Thurs Mat: £19.00 - £23.00, Fri and Sat Eves: £25.00 - £29.50 Discounts GC • EB • U16 • C • Sch • G Senior Saver Thurs Mat £15

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Hull New Theatre Seating Plan Possible Restricted View Mixing Desk

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Whether you want to meet friends over a coffee or simply enjoy a pre theatre meal in an informal atmosphere with a friendly service, we have something to suit all tastes and budgets with our new seasonal menu.

Make sure you have time to enjoy something to eat before the performance as well as a glass of wine or cup of coffee pre-show and during the interval.

Special Occasions The theatre CafĂŠ Bar can also accommodate private buffet functions such as birthdays or meetings and clubs.

To make a reservation or for more information please call

01482 300 300

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NEW THEATRE

at a glance...

January ELO Experience Friday 10 January Don Quixote Wednesday 15 January Giselle Thursday 16 January Swan Lake Friday 17 January Sleeping Beauty Saturday 18 January Brendan Cole Thursday 23 January Peppa Pig’s Big Splash Saturday 25 – Sunday 26 January Happy Days Tuesday 28 January Saturday 1 February February Beyond the Barricade Thursday 6 February Celtic Ladies Friday 7 February The Meatloaf Story Saturday 8 February 51 Shades of Maggie Wednesday 12 February Some Girl I Used to Know Thursday 13 – Saturday 15 February The Chuckle Brothers Tuesday 18 February Sally Morgan Wednesday 19 February Verdi Nabucco Friday 21 February Verdi Aida Saturday 22 February Blood Brothers Monday 24 February Saturday 1 March

March The Mousetrap Monday 3 – Saturday 8 March Robin Cousins’ ICE Tuesday 11 - Saturday 15 March Oklahoma Tuesday 18 – Saturday 22 March Buddy the Musical Monday 24 – Saturday 29 March April Cinderella Wednesday 2 – Saturday 5 April Morecambe Monday 7 April John Godber’s Teechers Thursday 10 – Saturday 12 April Tap Factory Wednesday 16 April Postman Pat Thursday 17 April Evita Monday 21 - Saturday 26 April May That’ll Be The Day Thursday 8 May Bon Jovi Experience Friday 9 May Ken Dodd Saturday 10 May Fiddler on the Roof Tuesday 13 - Saturday 17 May Birdsong Monday 19 - Saturday 24 May An Evening with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing Wednesday 28 May

Let’s Hang On Thursday 29 May Showaddywaddy Friday 30 May The King of Pop Starring Navi Saturday 31 May June Jesus Christ Superstar Wednesday 4 – Saturday 7 June FAME Monday 16 - Saturday 21 June One Man, Two Guvnors Monday 23 – Saturday 28 June July An Evening of Dirty Dancing Thursday 3 July The Gruffalo Friday 4 – Sunday 6 July Street Dance Saturday 26 July Summer Workshops Monday 28 July - Friday 1 August August Summer Workshops Monday 4 - Friday 8 August Coming soon Rock of Ages Monday 29 September Saturday 4 October Barnum Tuesday 21 - Saturday 25 October Panto – Aladdin Thursday 4 December 2014 - Sunday 4 January 2015

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at a glance...

January Lunchtime Organ Showcase Wednesday 8 January Roy Chubby Brown Friday 17 January Stewart Lee Saturday 25 January The Halle Thursday 30 January February Lunchtime Organ Showcase Wednesday 5 February Wedding Fayre Sunday 9 February Circus of Horrors – A St Valentines Day Massacre Friday 14 February Fascinating Aida – Charm Offensive Saturday 15 February David Gest’s Legends of Soul Concert Live!

Thursday 20 February Hull Philharmonic Orchestra Saturday 22 February Manchester Camerata Thursday 27 February All Star Superslam Wrestling Friday 28 February March City of Hull Youth Orchestra – ‘Alpha and Omega’ Saturday 1 March

Lunchtime Organ Showcase Wednesday 5 March Fawlty Towers – The Dinner Show Friday 7 March Handmade Artisan Craft Fair Saturday 8 March Sarah Millican Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 March Ed Byrne Saturday 15 March Bless ‘Em All Thursday 27 March Russell Brand Friday 28 March The Vintage Fair Saturday 29 March April Lunchtime Organ Showcase Wednesday 2 April Band of the Coldstream Guards Saturday 5 April City of London Sinfonia Sunday 6 April City of Hull Youth Orchestra Spring Concert Tuesday 8 April Hull Choral Union Thursday 10 April The Dreamboys Friday 11 April Jason Manford Saturday 12 April

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May Lunchtime Organ Showcase Wednesday 7 May Billy Ocean Thursday 8 May Hull Philharmonic Orchestra Saturday 10 May Daz’s Rock 4 Charity Friday 16 May The Vintage Fair Saturday 17 May Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra Friday 23 May Butterfly Dance Saturday 24 May Off the Wall Friday 30 May June Lunchtime Organ Showcase Wednesday 4 June 2014 Hull Soul and Motown Night Saturday 7 June Summer Promenade Concerts Friday 27 and Saturday 28 June July East Riding Youth Orchestra Friday 11 July Lunchtime Organ Showcase Wednesday 30 July

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Hull City Hall Seating Plan Possible Restricted View Special Shows Restricted Leg Room

Enjoy the benefits of Gold Card membership for this seasons shows • Superb money saving discounts.

Corporate Gold Card

• 15% off main meals in the theatre Café Bar on production of your valid membership card.

With just one annual payment of £100, your company can take advantage of up to 24 discounted g tickets per week, as well as receiving all the usual Gold Card benefits.

• Opening night exclusive post show buffet with the cast, (you will require a ticket in advance).

• Bi-monthly newsletter about the forthcoming shows.

All this for as little as £38.00 a year for 2 discounts per week or £48.00 for 6 discounts per week!

*Please note discounts are available on selected performances only. Post show buffet tickets are limited and must be booked at the time of buying your show tickets at the box office. Check with the Box Office for available discounts before booking and always show your valid membership card to obtain tickets and meal discounts.

Prices are reviewed annually and subject to change.

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COMING SOON!

Rock of Ages Monday 29 September - Saturday 4 October. Mon - Thur 7.30pm, Fri 5pm & 8.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm.

DIRECT FROM WEST THE END THE AWARD-WINNING SMASH HIT MUSICAL Still rocking after 5 years on Broadway and following 3 years of ovation-inducing performances in London’s West end, the legendary Rock of Ages now comes to Hull New Theatre.

This 80s-themed hilarious musical features over 30 eyebrow scorching tunes including: Don’t Stop Believin’, We Built This City, The Final Countdown, Wanted Dead or Alive, Here I Go Again, Can’t Fight this Feeling and I Want To Know What Love Is.

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‘A SEXY SMASHER THAT WILL HAVE YOU LAUGHING AND ROCKING IN EQUAL MEASURE.’ Daily Star ‘Absurdly enjoyable. As guilty as pleasures get!

Impossible to resist’ The New York Times ‘HIGH ENERGY FEEL-GOOD NOSTALGIA THAT WILL PUT A SMILE ON YOUR FACE.’ Sunday Express ‘If you’re not on your feet, shame on you’ The Sun

Tickets Mon - Thurs Eve & Sat 2.30pm £18.50 - £30.00, Fri 5pm £20.00, Fri & Sat Eve £20.00 - £33.00.

Discounts C • GC • EB • U21 Unsuitable for Under 11's

Summer Workshops Monday 28 July - Friday 1 August Ages 6 - 12 years

NEW

THEATRE

Monday 4 - Friday 8 August Ages 11 - 18 years 5 day workshop developing skills in acting, singing and dancing and at the end of the week share what they have learned on the impressive Hull New Theatre stage with an audience of friends and family.

No experience necessary but we require enthusiasm, hard work and the ability to have lots of fun.

Tickets £110 for 5 day workshop

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COMING SOON!

Thursday 4 December 2014 - Sunday 4 January 2015 Hull New Theatre’s annual pantomime has become an unmissable family tradition and the adventures of Aladdin will be brought magically to life by a superb cast. Packed with all of the traditional pantomime ingredients of comedy in abundance, stunning sets, beautiful costumes, plenty of boos and hisses and an Aladdin’s cave full of surprises...Aladdin offers a world of magic, mystery and mayhem. So hop on your magic carpet and get your tickets to Hull’s favourite pantomime. If you ask your genie for just one thing, make it a trip to see Aladdin!

Tickets £17.50 - £24.50 Discounts available www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall | BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300

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Lunchtime Organ Showcase ELO Experience Friday 10 January 7.30pm

Organ Showcases 12.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Roy Chubby Brown Friday 17 January 7.30pm

CITY HALL

MR BLUE SKY TOUR featuring the fabulous ELO EXPERIENCE The Official UK No 1 Tribute Show 2013 40 years on, and the music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra is still regularly played on radio stations throughout the world. This show is currently touring UK theatres bringing these great songs back to the live stage. Currently wowing audiences up and down the country, this show is not to be missed. www.elotribute.com

Roy Chubby Brown returns with his bluest show yet! He’s still rude, he’s still crude and this time he’s turning headlines into punch lines as his riproaring brand of banter continues to burst bellies across the country.

Chubby doesn’t hold back from sharing his outlandish views on news, women and gender, sailing so close to the mark, even the most seasoned of fans will be left gob-smacked!

As politically incorrect as ever ‘The World’s Most Outrageous Comedian’ is far too rude for TV, so this live performance is the only place to catch the flamboyant comedian!

If easily offended please stay away!

Tickets £19.00

Tickets £21.00

CITY HALL

Wednesday 8th January 2014 Anthony Pinel Wednesday 5th February 2014 Graham Barber Wednesday 5th March 2014 Alan Spedding

Brendan Cole Thursday 23 January 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Stewart Lee – Much AStew About Nothing Saturday 25 January 8pm

Wednesday 2nd April 2014 Ian Hare Wednesday 7th May 2014 William Dore Wednesday 4th June 2014 Tom Bell Wednesday 30th July 2014 Paul Dewhurst

Tickets £3.50

CITY HALL

Following on from his debut theatre tour Live and Unjudged, Brendan is once again set to dazzle audiences across the UK with his current show, Licence to Thrill. Join him and his cast of 20 musicians and dancers as they take you on a journey of music and dance in this spectacular night of theatre entertainment. Brendan, one of Strictly Come Dancing’s most charismatic choreographers and performers, will host you throughout and along with his company will treat you to an evening of Ballroom magic and Latin excitement in this, his live dance extravaganza not to be missed.

Following the sell-out Carpet Remnant World, the acclaimed writer and comedian presents a mixed stew of new ideas in preparation for a 3rd BBC TV series. Exploring ideas from parental alcoholism, justifiable shoplifting, urban foxes, and vasectomies, to Helena Bonham Carter, Anglo Saxon epic poetry, The Big Bang and Judith Chalmers - see it live so you can begin the backlash ahead of transmission.

"Superlative" HHHHH Metro "A true artist of comedy" Grayson Perry, Observer

Tickets £30.50 - £33.00

Tickets £20.00

BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300 | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall

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The Halle Thursday 30 January 7.30pm

Peppa Pig © Astley Baker Davies Ltd / Entertainment One UK Ltd 2003

Peppa Pig’s Big Splash Saturday 25 – Sunday 26 January 10am, 1pm and 4pm Fresh from the success of Peppa Pig's Party and Peppa Pig's Treasure Hunt comes Peppa's brand new show Peppa Pig's Big Splash.

Come and join Peppa and her friends for another all-singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and muddy puddles!

NEW

THEATRE

Peppa Pig returns live on stage with super cute puppets and brilliant sing-along songs in this brand new show that will brighten your day. So grab your wellies and brollies and get splashing!

Tickets Adults £12.50 - £14.50, Children £10.50 - £12.50, Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children) £50, Groups of 10+ 10% discount top price only

CITY HALL

Andrew Gourlay conductor Henning Kraggerud violin Britten Suite on English Folk Songs, “A time there was” Sibelius Violin Concerto Stravinsky Petrushka (1947 version) The award-winning Manchester orchestra, the Hallé, returns to Hull with the stunning Norwegian violinist, Henning Kraggerud. Fast becoming one of the most sought-after artists on the international circuit, he performs Sibelius’s rhapsodic Violin Concerto, a boldly romantic piece which conjures up Finland’s mysterious forests and lakes.

Tickets £18.00 - £28.00 Discounts U16 • U25 • C • G • GC • Sch

Beyond the barricade

Beyond the Barricade Thursday 6 February 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Celtic Ladies Friday 7 February, 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

The Meatloaf Story Saturday 8 February 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Back by overwhelming public demand and celebrating it’s 15th fantastic year with a sensational new show for 2014, the UK’s longest running musical theatre concert, ‘Beyond the Barricade’ re-creates original West End/Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity and features a cast of past principal performers from the West End production of Les Miserables, and the 25th Anniversary Concert at the 02 Arena. Don’t miss the Musicals Event of the Year!!

‘This production show deserves to be labelled ‘special’.’

Mark Ritchie, The Stage

Celtic Ladies present an evening of wonderful melodies and outstanding harmonies with their classic take on international hits both old and new.

Visiting us for one night only, as part of their European tour, their musical journey includes Legendary Celtic hits along with nostalgic favorites from, The Carpenters, Adele, Celine Dion, Josh Groban, and more.

Four Beautiful Ladies, performing all time favorite songs, and a concert that is simply "Spine tingling" Special guests are Dublin's Irish Tenors, singing all the Irish songs you love.

Steve Steinman returns with his epic adventure delivering the best of the best from Meat Loaf’s incredible catalogue of albums.

With it’s video projected scenes, incredible stage set, superb band and Steve Steinman’s unique sense of humour and stage presence, the show will have you up on your feet and dancing in the aisles to all the greatest Meat Loaf hits –Paradise by the Dashboard Light, Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth, Anything For Love, Dead Ringer For Love and Bat Out of Hell, to name just a few.

Tickets £18.50 - £19.50

Tickets £23.50 Discounts C • GC • G

Tickets £20.00 - £22.00

www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall | BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300

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Fayre 51 Shades of Maggie Wednesday 12 February 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Visit the grand setting of Hull City Hall for everything you’ll need to plan your perfect wedding. The event will include two catwalks at 12 noon and 1.30pm.

A wide range of exhibitors will offer help and inspiration for your special day.

If you would like to exhibit please contact 01482 613819 for more information.

Written by Leesa Harker, Fifty One Shades of Maggie is the Number 1 best selling comedy send-up of 50 Shades of Grey.

Lovable Maggie is a working class girl who knows what she wants in a man, however, like most women, has been let down by all the men in her life.

Attending an interview at the Social Security Maggie meets the handsome and hunky Mr Big! Will he turn out to be the man of her dreams, or will his “Private Room of Pain” put her off?

Unsuitable for anyone under the age of 16

Free Entry

Tickets £20.00 Discounts C

Wedding Fayre

CITY

Sunday 9 February 11am – 3pm HALL

Circus of Horrors – A St CITY Valentines Day Massacre HALL

Friday 14 February 7.30pm The Circus of Horrors storms into Hull with what is undoubtedly its greatest show to date, a real Valentines Day Massacre.

The show that smashed into the finals of BRITAINS GOT TALENT is back with an awe-inspiring rock n roller coaster of show that flies like a bat out of hell to celebrate an astounding 18 years of shock n’ roll.

If Quentin Tarantino had directed Cirque Du Soleil then you would be only half way there.

Unsuitable for under 16's Tickets £16.00 - £25.00 Discounts C

Some Girl I Used to Know Thursday 13 – Saturday 15 February Nightly 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Denise Van Outen stars in Some Girl I Used to Know Written by Terry Ronald & Denise Van Outen Stephanie Canworth has it all. She’s beautiful, has a successful career, a supportive husband and she’s a media darling; life is great. But it takes just one Facebook poke from a blast-from-the-past and all the old memories start flooding back - candy floss, kisses, first loves and broken hearts - and with the old memories come the old temptations.

Some Girl I Used to Know is a touching and hilarious brand new one woman play featuring a mix tape of songs from the 80s and 90s including Culture Club, Donna Summer and Soft Cell. This romantic comedy stars and is co-written by Denise Van Outen, the musical theatre favourite acclaimed for her Broadway and West End roles including Tell Me on a Sunday, Chicago, Legally Blonde and also her appearance on last year’s Strictly Come Dancing.

Prepare to laugh and cry as Some Girl I Used to Know takes you on a journey back to a time when hair was big, Stephanie and her friends partied hard and hopes were high.

So book your tickets today for this intimate, funny and warm story about life and love, where we’re all still young at heart.

“She’s a true star.” Simon Edge, Daily Express Tickets £20.00 - £25.00 Discounts GC • C • G • U21

BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300 | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall

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Fascinating Aida – Charm Offensive Saturday 15 February 7.30pm

CITY HALL

The Chuckle Brothers Tuesday 18 February 2pm

NEW

THEATRE

Sally Morgan Wednesday 19 February 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Following a sold-out 2012 tour, three Olivier Award nominations and over 10 million YouTube hits for Cheap Flights (their infamous anthem to budget air travel), Dillie Keane, Adele Anderson and Liza Pulman celebrate 30 years of Fascinating Aïda with a brand new show.

Expect topical new songs hot off the press, plus some outrageous old favourites, as Fascinating Aïda continue to grow old disgracefully!

'Cabaret Heaven.’ ★★★★★ Metro 'Outrageous... seductive.' ★★★★ The Guardian

Paul and Barry visit a toy shop to buy some water pistols. Whilst trying them out they notice a toy space ship which they get in. ‘Don't touch anything!’ the shop keeper shouts out. ‘Especially that button!’ ‘This button?’ they ask.

Yes he replies. But Being the Chuckle Brothers they can't resist it and press the button. All sorts of noises go off!

‘Oh dear! Oh dear!’ they cry out as they magically and accidentally go into a space on a new adventure!

Don't miss this new hilarious story as The Chuckle Brothers go into space!

Fun for all the family!! Book early!

Britain's best-loved psychic and international star Sally Morgan returns with her outstanding 2014 nationwide tour. Sally is most well known for being the star of Sky LIVING’s Psychic Sally On The Road.

Sally has built up an extensive client list reading for celebrities and royalty alike including Katie Price, the late Princess Diana and George Michael, which is what has led her to be referred to as the ‘Psychic To The Stars’.

Sally Morgan is investigational and the show is for the purpose of entertainment.

Tickets £19.50

Tickets £14.00 Discounts F

Tickets £24.00

VERDI AIDA Saturday 22 February 7.30pm

VERDI NABUCCO

NEW

THEATRE

Ellen Kent returns with a new production of the very first opera she ever produced.

Verdi’s haunting and melodic chorus of the Hebrew slaves follows the plight of the Hebrews as they are forced from their homeland into exile by the Babylonian King Nabucco.

This powerful tale is laced with revenge, destruction and jealousy.

Aida, the grandest of all Ellen Kent’s operas returns to the UK with a stunning, traditional brand new production of this magnificent story of war, jealousy and revenge, at whose heart is the doomed love of the beautiful Ethiopian slave girl, Aida, and the Egyptian hero, Radames.

Traditionally staged, this lavish production with amazing special effects includes spectacular ballet sequences, stunning sets inspired by the Valley of the Kings and costumes taken from designs found in tomb paintings.

Tickets £15.00 - £32.00 Discounts C • U16 • GC

Tickets £15.00 - £32.00 Discounts C • U16 • GC

Friday 21 February 7.30pm

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THEATRE

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Hull Philharmonic Orchestra Saturday 22 February 7.30pm

David Gest’s Legends of CITY Soul Concert Live!

HALL Thursday 20 February 7.30pm

Television star and legendary producer David Gest will make musical history by bringing an all-star line-up of 10 Soul and Motown artists to more than 30 venues throughout the UK for multiple glittering performances of 'David Gest's Legends Of Soul Live Concert!'.

Tickets £26.00 - £46.00

Friday 28 February 7.30pm

Manchester Camerata Thursday 27 February 7.30pm

CITY HALL

Tchaikovsky: Overture Romeo and Juliet Fibich: Poème Ole Olson: Trombone Concerto (1886) Brahms: Symphony No.4 Conductor: Andrew Penny Trombone soloist: Richard Leonard Pre Concert Talk at 6.30pm for ticket holders. The evergreen Romeo and Juliet by Tchaikovsky recalls that Shakespeare was born 450 years ago, and the concert ends with the Fourth Symphony by Brahms. Classics in the City indeed.

Holst St Paul’s Suite Mozart Piano Concerto no.25 K503 Beethoven Symphony no.3 Eroica Gábor Takács-Nagy conductor Paul Lewis piano One of the finest pianists of his generation, Paul Lewis, joins Manchester Camerata for Mozart’s longest and most symphonic Piano Concertos, no.25.

Pre concert talk, 6.30pm: Gábor TakácsNagy in conversation with Manus Carey

Tickets £7.00 - £25.00 Discounts C • ST • U25

Tickets £18.00 - £28.00 Discounts U16 • U25 • C • G • GC • Sch

City of Hull Youth Orchestra – ‘Alpha and Omega’ All Star Superslam Wrestling

CITY HALL

CITY HALL

Saturday 1 March 7.30pm

CITY HALL

Superslam wrestling returns after the massive audience on their last appearance. A host of new faces from abroad will be battling it out in the squared circle with a team of top British favourites for 2 hours of non stop fun action for all the family to enjoy.

Guaranteed an action packed show that will have the kids talking for weeks after the event, book your ticket early for the best ringside view. Family friendly prices makes it the best value ticket in town, don't miss our star buy family ticket offer.

Tickets £15.00 Discounts C • F

The Hull Music Hub through the council’s Music Service presents the City of Hull Youth Symphony Orchestra, The City of Hull Youth Choir and other local singers in aid of Dove House Hospice performing Omega and Alpha, the new oratorio written by Martin Emslie. This is a powerful re-telling of the Easter Passion story. It is a fusion of sacred music and the highly descriptive style found in musical theatre, offering a fresh rendition of the Passion of Christ. This will be the northern premiere of this work and it will feature a choir of 120 voices joining forces with the City of Hull Youth Symphony Orchestra.

Tickets £5.00 - £12.00

Fawlty Towers – The CITY Dinner Show (Mortimer Suite) HALL Friday 7 March 7.30pm

Performed in a restaurant setting amongst the diners, this critically acclaimed Fawlty Towers Dinner Show is a spectacular tribute to the iconic British sitcom. Everything that can go wrong will and as you, the dining audience, are part of the show you gain first-hand experience of the Fawlty’s infamous hospitality; comical mishaps and manic mayhem…just don’t mention the war!

Tickets £42.00 per head

BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300 | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall

AV LI AI MI LA TE BI D LIT Y

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Sarah Millican – Homebird Wednesday 12 and Thursday 13 March 8pm

CITY HALL

Ed Byrne: Roaring Forties CITY

HALL

Saturday 15 March 8pm

Bless ‘Em All Thursday 27 March 2.30pm

CITY HALL

A self-confessed "miserable old git" since the age of 23, Ed Byrne is now in his Forties. While for others this might result in a crisis that prompts the purchase of a sportscar, Ed embraces middle age with open arms. Come join him, as he truly comes of age and gives out his clarion cry: "I am in my Forties.

HEAR ME ROAR!" “Comedy’s holy grail.... Go see!” ★★★★The Sunday Times “Ed Byrne is on top form” Time Out London Unsuitable for under 16's

From the producers of We’ll Meet Again, Duggie Chapman Associates bring a brand new wartime cavalcade: Bless ‘Em All. Starring comedy entertainer Steve Barclay, by special request the return of Britain’s greatest virtuoso of the ukelele, Andy Eastwood, and new singing star Lucia Mattise. With a full supporting cast of singers, Jamie Steen and Mervyn Francis and the live music of the Martyn St James Band, here is a tribute to our armed forces of yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Tickets £25.00

Tickets £22.50

Tickets £12.50 Discounts C

AV LI AI MI LA TE BI D LIT Y

The British Comedy Awards’ Queen of Comedy Sarah Millican is giving up the party scene (Ann Summers), easing off on the drinking (fizzy pop equals wealthy dentists) and is settling down (taking her bra off). Determined to put down some roots, she now has a cat (furry baby) and even a tree (she has a lot of mugs). On this, her third national tour, you will learn what to take on a dirty weekend, the easiest way to blend in in posh restaurants and how to teach a pensioner to swear. Join her for some hilarious domestic bliss.

Unsuitable for under 16's

Russell Brand: Messiah Complex Friday 28 March 7.30pm

Los Angeles, CA (June 6th, 2013) – Comedian, actor and author, Russell Brand announces his first ever world stand-up tour. Keeping in line with Brand’s comedic style, the tour, officially named “Messiah Complex,” will be a dissection of various social and religious figures and the reality of their lives through comparisons of each other. Messiah Complex is a mental disorder where you think you might be the messiah. Did Jesus have it? What about Che Guevara, Gandhi, Malcolm X and Hitler?

Unsuitable for under 12's Tickets £27.50

Band of the Coldstream CITY Guards HALL

CITY HALL

Saturday 5 April 7.30pm

Handmade Artisan Craft Fair Saturday 8 March 12 noon – 5pm

The Vintage Fair

CITY

Saturday 29 March and HALL Saturday 17 May 12 noon – 5pm Featuring 50 of the countries finest exhibitors The Vintage Fair proves a great day out for people of all ages.

Alongside fashion and homeware you'll find a vintage beauty salon styling hair and make up in your favourite era and a kitsch vintage tea party serving with fine china and delicious cakes all washed down with some fabulous old tunes. £2.00 on the door

The Band of the Coldstream Guards has now been in existence for over 200 years of continuous military service, making it one of the oldest Military Bands in the world. In 2010 the band signed a recording deal with Universal Music and released the albums Heroes and Pride of a Nation, both of which achieved No 1 in the Classical Charts and Gold Album status and saw the band nominated for a Classical Brit award. The band has also just undertaken a mammoth recording event for the Royal Heritage Collection of CDs which is the largest collection of recorded music covering the period 1785 to the present day.

Tickets £10.00

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Morecambe Monday 7 April, 7.30pm

City of London Sinfonia

CITY HALL

NEW

THEATRE

Programme Mozart Overture The Magic Flute Simcott New work for Clarinet and Strings Finzi Clarinet Concerto Beethoven Symphony No 6 Conductor/Clarinet Michael Collins City of London Sinfonia and renowned clarinettist, Michael Collins, return to Hull City Hall with an eclectic programme of new and traditional orchestral music.

This unmissable brand new production of Tim Whitnall's Olivier Award- winning play, stars the Olivier-nominated Bob Golding as comedy icon, Eric Morecambe. Directed by Paul Hendy, the show is a moving, often hilarious tale about one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers: from humble beginnings in Music Hall to 28 million viewers on Christmas Day, it’s the heart-warming, tear-jerking, laughter-inducing story of the man what brought us the sunshine.

What do you think of it so far? Brilliant!

‘Wonderful. Exceptional. Incredibly emotional. Hilarious.’ ★★★★★ THE TIMES

Tickets £18.00 - £28.00 Discounts U16 • U25 • C • G • GC • Sch

Tickets £18.50 Discounts GC • C

Sunday 6 April 7.30pm

City of Hull Youth CITY Orchestra Spring Concert HALL Tuesday 8 April 7pm

The Hull Music Hub through the council’s Music Service present their annual Spring Concert, featuring the City of Hull Youth Symphony Orchestra, the City of Hull Youth Symphonic Windband, the City of Hull Youth Brass Band and the City of Hull Youth Jazz Orchestra, playing a range of music with something for everyone’s musical taste.

Tickets £5.00 - £12.0

John Godber’s Teechers Thursday 10 – Saturday 12 April Nightly 7.30pm, Fri 2pm

NEW

THEATRE

A biting, witty modern comedy from the writer of Bouncers, Perfect Pitch and The Debt Collectors.

Join Gail, Hobby and Salty, three fifth form students who, through their end of term play, tell the hilarious story of an idealistic new teacher in his perilous first days inside a local comprehensive school.

The three cast members effortlessly transform into a vast array of other characters in this contemporary classic including teachers, dinner ladies, students, an obstructive caretaker and of course, the school bully.

Teechers puts the education system under a microscope and examines the themes and issues that are still relevant today. ‘…an absolute joy’ The Stage ‘…a fast-paced, caustically funny drama’ The Hull Daily Mail ‘…bloody funny and top of the class’ What’sOnStage.com ‘…relevant and engaging’ The Public Reviews

Tickets £15.00 Discounts GC • C • U18 • G • Sch

BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300 | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall

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Hull Choral Union

CITY HALL

Thursday 10 April 7.30pm

HAYDN: Nelson Mass BACH: Magnificat In D Soloists Sarah Helsby-Hughes - soprano Hannah Mason - mezzo soprano Nicholas Sales – tenor John Cunningham – bass Haydn’s Nelson Mass was written when the composer was at the peak of his powers. Originally titled “A Mass for troubled times” the piece was first performed around the time Lord Nelson defeated the French at the Battle of the Nile.

Bach: Orchestral suite No 3 in D Hull Choral Union Orchestra Tickets £15.00 Discounts ST • C • U17 • F • S

Tap Factory Wednesday 16 April 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

TAP FACTORY – Tap Dance at its very best!

Having toured throughout Europe and South America, Theatre Productions are proud to be bringing this world class show to the UK. Tap Factory is a dazzling, rhythm based theatre show, showing many genres of dance, in an urban setting. Tap Factory is where ‘Stomp meets Tap Dogs!’ Their feet have a life of their own, and the rhythm never stops.

Tickets £21.00 Discounts C • U16

The Dreamboys Friday 11 April 7.30pm

CITY HALL

Jason Manford: First World Problems Saturday 12 April 8pm

CITY HALL

The Dreamboys are without a shadow of a doubt the UK's top male glamour show, perfect for a girl’s night out with your friends. Their showcase is unquestionably the most famous male stripper act the UK has ever produced.

With special guest appearances on massive TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain's Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother, Pineapple Dance Studios, Loose Women, This Morning and The Only Way Is Essex, The Dreamboys have earned themselves the only male strip group in history to have celebrity status.

Unsuitable for Under 18's

Everybody’s favourite northern comedian, Jason Manford, has announced a brand new tour for 2013/14. The show promises to feature a wealth of comedy anecdotes, misunderstandings and audience banter delivered with Jason’s likeable charm and teasingly intelligent wit.

“Effortlessly entertaining” – Evening Standard ★★★★ “He's blessed with the sort of laidback charm and sharp turn of phrase you can't manufacture” – Daily Telegraph ★★★★ Unsuitable for under 16's

Tickets £22.50

Tickets £22.50

Postman Pat Thursday 17 April 1pm

NEW

THEATRE

Premier Stage Productions and Classic Media are delighted to present a brand new, fun-filled, all action show featuring everyone's favourite postman.

See Pat and his friends live on stage in an exciting new story – “It’s Showtime!”

With songs, laughs and audience participation, together with brand new scenery and costumes, Postman Pat Live is the must see show for 3-6 year olds this year!

Tickets Adults £13.00, Children £11.00, Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children) £44.00

That’ll Be The Day Thursday 8 May 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Back by popular demand, prepare yourself for a party as the legendary That’ll Be The Day, the nations favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety show returns to Hull this spring with its Brand New 2014 Production.

This hugely entertaining rock ‘n’ roll spectacular features a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the 1950’s, 60’s and 70’s, plus loads of new zany comedy routines. A real feel good party atmosphere!

Tickets £22.50 - £24.00

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Bon Jovi Experience Friday 9 May 7.30pm

NEW

THEATRE

Ken Dodd

Grammy, Brit and Mobo award winning Billy Ocean has sold over 30 million records in his lifetime and has collected a pile of Gold and Platinum records across the world. Having hit the number one spot worldwide on pop charts including the USA, Australia, Germany, Holland and the UK, Billy has achieved extraordinary success as both an artist and a songwriter.

Bon Jovi the greatest stadium rock band of all time is now re-created in theatres by the sensational Bon Jovi Experience. Lead singer Tony Pearce takes on the noteworthy task of emulating the legendary namesake of the band Jon Bon Jovi and he does so with ease and panache. As the only tribute band in the world to have shared the stage with the real McCoy, fans who saw them perform together could have testified that there were twins on stage, so much does he resemble the American rock star.

“THE BEST TRIBUTE I HAVE EVER SEEN” Jon Bon Jovi

Tickets £20.50

Tickets £17.50 Discounts GC • C

Tickets £19.00 - £21.00

Billy Ocean plus Support Thursday 8 May 7.30pm

Hull Philharmonic Orchestra Saturday 10 May 7.30pm

CITY HALL

Tickets £7.00 - £25.00 Discounts ST • C • U25

Friday 23 May 7.30pm

Daz’s Rock 4 Charity Friday 16 May 7.30pm

CITY HALL

Following last year’s successful concert Daz’s Rock 4 Charity is back again and will feature many local bands and singers performing to raise money for the Echoes Foundation and Missing People. Come along and dance the night away while helping two very worthy charities. To find out more information visit www.rock4charity.co.uk Tickets £8.00 in advance, £10.00 on the door

NEW

THEATRE

KEN DODD is one of Britain’s funniest comedians.

He’s a comedy legend, icon and national treasure who has been entertaining audiences for a lifetime of happiness and laughter.

Come and enjoy his famous ‘Happiness Show’ and you’ll be absolutely discumknockerated (that’s Knotty Ash for ‘over the moon’) by a truly tattifelarius (fun-filled) evening of laughter and songs presented by a comedy genius.

Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra

CITY HALL

Mussorgsky Night on a Bare Mountain Shostakovich Symphony No.9 Rachmaninov Piano concerto No.3 Conductor – Andrew Penny Piano soloist – Alessandro Tavern This all Russian programme brings back to the Hull Phil the wonderful pianist Alessandro Taverna who made such an impression with the Grieg Concerto two years ago.

6.30pm: Meet the Artist (free to ticket holders).

Saturday 10 May 7pm

CITY HALL

Programme Tchaikovsky Francesca da Rimini Elgar Cello Concerto Rachmaninov Symphony No.3 Conductor Yuri Botnari Cello Julian Lloyd Webber The final concert is a true gala event featuring the world famous Moscow Philharmonic and our own ever popular Julian Lloyd Webber. The orchestra will start with Tchaikovsky's powerful symphonic poem.

Tickets £18.00 - £28.00 Discounts ST • U16 • U25 • C • G • GC • Sch

BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300 | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall

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Butterfly Dance

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Lost in Fairytales - A Dancing HALL Musical Extravaganza Saturday 24 May 3pm and 7.30pm

An Evening with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing

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Wednesday 28 May 7.30pm

Let’s Hang On

Students of Butterfly Dance Studios in Goole showcasing their talent and celebrating their love of dance, music and singing. Every type of dance is featured from hip hop and street to ballet, tap, rock n roll, Latin American, disco, jazz, musical theatre and more, including modern excerpts from Hansel and Gretel and the Princess and the Frog for the younger members of the audience! 300 dancers from tots to adults will entertain you and have you tapping your feet. Don’t miss this feel good entertainment, perfect for a whole family treat.

The BBC TV show ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ returned to our screens on Friday September 27th and all the signs indicate that it will achieve new heights and that is something that this spectacular new live theatre show featuring two stars from the hit show PASHA KOVALEV and KATYA VIRSHILAS will most definitely do!

This much larger production will feature them along with their 4 guest dancers, all beautifully costumed, demonstrating a series of stunning dance routines, accompanied by a full audio-visual backdrop and light show.

Thursday 29 May 7.30pm

Tickets £11.00

Tickets £23.50

Tickets £20.00 - £22.00

Off the Wall Friday 30 May 8pm

‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title as they celebrate their 40th anniversary this year.

Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured the world.

Their live show is dynamic and uplifting featuring all of their biggest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts of Europe.

Tickets £19.00 Discounts EB • C • GC

Tickets £19.00 Discounts U16 • C

Friday 30 May 7.30pm

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THEATRE

Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, their music and everlasting popularity spanning many decades, were finally brought to iconic status with the Broadway hit musical Jersey Boys.

Today Let’s Hang On truly captures the original magic of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. The atmosphere created is not only from their music but also their own unique sound, nostalgic mood, and electric feeling!

‘You guys are dynamite!’ - Frankie Valli

CITY HALL

Since the year 2000, Off The Wall The Music of Pink Floyd has become THE Pink Floyd show to see. In the past fourteen years, the band has played to hundreds of thousands of Pink Floyd fans the world over with massive shows across the UK, Europe, the Far East and South America.

Stunning audiences with a spectacular sound and light experience, the band faithfully reproduce the classic music of Pink Floyd.

Don't miss a chance to see this stadium class band bring the music of Pink Floyd to life.

Described by the BBC as “the best concert experience you can have''.

Showaddywaddy

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The King of Pop Starring Navi

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THEATRE

Saturday 31 May 7.30pm This superb production stars ‘Navi’ who is officially recognised as the world’s No.1 MJ impersonator. He is also the only tribute ever to be chosen by Michael Jackson himself. Michael selected Navi to perform at two of his birthday parties and actually gave him a standing ovation after one of his performances. Michael also invited Navi to spend a day at his home ‘Neverland’.

The pair remained close and due to Navi’s uncanny resemblance to the star, he was often hired to act as Michael’s decoy/body double.

Tickets £18.00 - £20.00 Discounts U15

www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall | BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300

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in the magnificent City Hall with the North’s Best Loved Soul DJ’s Two rooms featuring: Northern Soul & Motown plus Modern Grooves & Disco Anthems

Hull Soul and Motown Night Saturday 7 June 9pm - 3am

CITY HALL

If this isn't one of the most regal venues in the UK, we don't know what is!

STUNNING! So join us for a fantastic Soul night out in 3 rooms featuring Northern Soul/Motown Anthems, Modern Soul Classics and a 'thoroughly good listen in the bar' Incredible facilities. Dance floors to die for, huge screen!

Tickets £10.00 in advance, £12.00 on the door

Summer Promenade Concerts Friday 27 and Saturday 28 June 7pm

CITY HALL

An Evening of Dirty Dancing

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THEATRE

Thursday 3 July 7.30pm

The Hull Music Hub through the council’s Music Service presents the Summer Promenade Concerts. These concerts will feature all of the senior ensembles performing a wide range of music, including Elgar’s Pomp and Circumstance March No1 (Land of Hope and Glory) and Jerusalem.

Now in it’s 4th smash hit year, An Evening of Dirty Dancing: The Tribute Show is the ultimate celebration of the iconic music from the classic movie. All the hits are here, superbly performed in this fast moving, slickly choreographed treat. Please note this production is not affiliated with Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story On Stage in the West End or on tour in the UK and worldwide.

Tickets £5.00 - £7.50

Tickets £19.00 Discounts C • GC • G

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Street Dance East Riding Youth Orchestra Friday 11 July 7pm

Saturday 26 July 7.30pm

CITY HALL

Summer Showcase Concert with performances by the East Riding Youth Orchestra, Senior Wind Band, Schools' Choir and guest performers.

Tickets £TBC

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The Gruffalo

Gruffalo

NEW Friday 4 – Sunday 6 July THEATRE Fri 1.30pm and 4.30pm, Sat and Sun 11am and 2pm HIT MONSTER FAMILY SHOW, PRIOR TO A WEST END SEASON! Don’t miss Tall Stories’ hit musical stage adaptation of the award winning picture book, The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Voted the nation’s number one bedtime story by BBC Radio 2 listeners, The Gruffalo has been performed to well over a million people worldwide and has even hit the small screens in a star-studded TV animation.

Meet a wheeler-dealer Fox, an eccentric old Owl and a maraca-shaking, party mad Snake! Mouse can scare these hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined...?

The Gruffalo is the ideal introduction to theatre for pre and primary school children and their families; with plenty of songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups.

‘A fine piece of children’s theatre’ ★★★★ Sunday Times ‘Monstrous fun!’ ★★★★Daily Mail Running time: 55 minutes (no interval)

Tickets £12.00 Discounts G

Become water safe and self-assured Learn to Swim scheme Develops confidence, skill and technique Encourages an active, healthy lifestyle

www.hullcc.gov.uk/leisure call 01482 300 300

Plus free junior swimming during public sessions for those paying by direct debit

The Hull Stingrays - Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire's one and only professional ice hockey team - are back, bigger and better than ever.

For the full league fixtures contact the Arena or the booking line on 01482 300300 www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre | www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall | BOX OFFICE: 01482 300 300

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BOOKING INFO In Person: Hull City Hall Box Office and Tourist Information Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm. Sun 11am - 3pm Venue box office will be open 2 hours prior to performance

By Phone: 01482 300300 Monday - Saturday 8.00am - 7.00pm.

Online: www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullarena www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullcityhall www.hullcc.gov.uk/hullnewtheatre

General Information

Refunds and Exchanges

For full terms and conditions of sale please check our website www.hullcc.gov.uk or ask your advisor for a copy at time of booking.

All tickets are non refundable or exchangeable

Discounts

£1.50 per transaction on online sales

Apply to students, over 60’s and retired, registered unemployed, children up to the age of 16 and people with disabilities. Discounts when available are on full price tickets and only one discount per ticket applies. Proof of eligibility must be provided. All discounts are offered subject to availability and may be withdrawn at the decision of management without prior notice.

Ticket postage £1.20 + admin fee

Booking fees £1.50 per transaction on all payments by credit card

Access Our box office and front of house teams will be happy to assist, please advise of any special requirements at time of booking.

There is a Duty Manager available at all events and we advise any issues are raised immediately to ensure swift resolution.

How to find Hull New Theatre Hull New Theatre is situated just off Albion Street and overlooks Kingston Square. It is just round the corner from Hull History Centre.

Parking The nearest council car parks are John Street and Albion Street car park with limited pay and display on street car parking bays nearby, which are free after 6pm

How to find Hull City Hall and Tourist Information Hull City Hall is right in the city centre of Hull in Queen Victoria Square. It is near the Maritime Museum and Ferens Art Gallery.

Parking There are limited pay and display car parking bays nearby, which are free after 6pm. The nearest council car park is Albion Street. Parking is also available in Princes Quay shopping centre. Charges apply.

How to find Hull Arena

Parking

Hull Arena is centrally located just off the A63 Clive Sullivan Way and near Kingston Retail Park. It is a short walk from the Paragon Interchange (bus and train station) and many hotels.

There is a pay and display car park available at Hull Arena and three disabled parking bays. An external cycle park is also available.

The information contained herein is correct at the time of printing. Hull City Council reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme or cast for reasons beyond our control.