Princess Theatre Torquay, Summer 2014 Brochure by Princess Theatre

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‘Absolutely brilliant. We nearly died laughing’ absolute radio

welcome I am thrilled to welcome you to our new season brochure. Just as we thought, 2014 is shaping up to be an incredibly busy year and I am sure you will be spoilt for choice when choosing what shows to come and see. The ATG TheatreCard details are listed on the back of the brochure. It really is worthwhile taking a good look at the discounts available as there are huge savings on many of the productions, including half price offers for the majority of the weekly productions. Hopefully the brochure will provide you with all the information you need about the forthcoming shows, but if there is anything further that you need, please do not hesitate to give us a call on 01803 206360 and we will be happy to help. New shows are added on a regular basis so please visit our website for all of the latest news, including this year’s fantastic family pantomime Sleeping Beauty - on sale now! If you haven’t already, why not sign up for our mailing list for upto date information or you can always choose to follow us on Facebook and Twitter? Thank you very much for your ongoing support and I very much look forward to welcoming you to the Princess Theatre in the near future. Best wishes,

Wendy Bennett General Manager

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avenue q tue 13 - sat 17 may

dreamboats and petticoats tue 27 - sat 31 may

sister act tue 24 - sat 28 jun

rock of ages mon 2 - sat 7 jun

evita mon 7 - sat 12 jul

fame mon 14 - sat 19 jul

the mousetrap Mon 21 - sat 26 jul

cats mon 18 - sat 30 aug

operas

rhythm of the dance tue 5 - thu 7 aug

Family shows one night shows

16 18 - 23

black coffee mon 15 - sat 20 sep

annie get your gun tue 30 sep - sat 4 oct

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PRICE PROMISE Many shows at the Princess Theatre Torquay are available from just £10, with great value seats now available throughout the auditorium. Speak to a sales advisor to find the right seat at the right price.

Music & Lyrics by Robert Lopez & Jeff Marx

Book by Jeff Whitty

Based on an Original Concept by Robert Lopez & Jeff Marx

This production is given by permission of JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD on behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of New York

Winner of the Tony ‘Triple Crown’ for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart. Avenue Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the story of a recent college graduate named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, he meets Kate (the girl next door), Rod (the Republican), Trekkie (the internet sexpert), Lucy The Slut and other colorful types who help PRINCETON finally discover his true purpose in life! From the producers of Seussical (West End), Spring Awakening (Debut UK Tour) and Lord of the Flies (UK Tour) Sell a Door Theatre Company revive this critically acclaimed musical for a summer 2014 tour.

‘If Sell a Door continue to offer work of this quality, they will be around for a long time’ cats mon 18 - sat 30 AUG

The Scotsman www.avenuequk.com

tue 13 - sat 17 may Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm Atg theatre card Half price Tue eve (A) £5 off Wed - Fri (A/B) Groups 10+ £5 off Groups 20+ £6 off plus 2 free Groups 50+ £7 off plus 3 free Top 2 prices only, excl. Sat eve C G See pages 26 & 27

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Avenue Q has not been authorised or approved by the Jim Henson Company or Sesame Workshop, which have no responsibility for its content. Suitable for audiences 14+

The triumphant west end musical returns to torquay

The Award-Winning Toads Stage Musical Company present South Devon Premiere Perfect for the whole family Divine Musical Comedy Ridiculous Fun!

Bill Kenwright and Laurie Mansfield in association with Universal Music present

‘i loved every moment’ daily telegraph

Inspired by the 7 smash hit multi-million selling albums of the same name, the West End sell out sensation Dreamboats and Petticoats features some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era. The dazzling success of the first seven albums in the Dreamboats and Petticoats series sent the message loud and clear. With over 3 and a half million copies sold and several weeks at the Number One spot in the compilation charts, the Great British public were saying that they didn’t just want to listen to pure nostalgia: they’d love to see it as well. In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition - and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock ‘n’ roll fame beckons. 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! Dreamboats and Petticoats - the songs will live forever!

‘a great rockin’ evening’ daily Express

Tue 27 - Sat 31 may Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm Atg theatre card Half price Tue (Prem/A/B) £6 off Wed - Fri (Prem/A/B) Group 10+ £5 off Group 20+ £6 off plus 1 free Group 50+ £7 off plus 3 free Top 3 prices only C G S See pages 26 & 27

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The award-winning Amateur Toads Stage Musical Company return to the Princess Theatre with the hilarious brand new release Sister Act the feel-amazing musical comedy perfect for the whole family. Featuring original music by Tony® and 8-time Oscar® winner Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), Sister Act tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look - a convent! Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act is reason to rejoice!

Tue 24 - Sat 28 Jun Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Sat mat 2.30pm Atg theatre card £10 Tue / £14 Wed - Sat Groups 10+ £14 plus 1 in 10 free C G C See pages 26 & 27

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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 comes to Torquay starring Ben Richards (9 to 5 The Musical) as Stacee Jaxx and Noel Sullivan (We Will Rock You) as Drew. 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 We can’t sneak you in to the lead-singer’s dressing room, but we can make sure your night goes with a bang! Grab yourself a ticket and two drinks with our exclusive PARTY PACKAGES available across all price bands. WARNING: This show contains scenes of Rock ’n’ Roll debauchery.

mon 2 - sat 7 jun Mon - Thu & Sat eves 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8.30pm Sat 2.30pm Atg theatre card £10 off Mon, Tue & Fri 5pm (A/B) Groups save up to £7 off plus 3 free, top 2 prices only. Excl. Fri & Sat eves C G Details page 26 & 27

DAILY STAR

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Masterpiece

★★★★★

‘A monumental show’ sunday express

THE THEATRICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR!

‘truly magnificent’ ‘breathtaking’ whatsonstage

the stage starring

Marti Pellow as che

MADALENA ALBERTO AS EVA PERON

Lyrics by Tim Rice Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber

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

Telling the story of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron, Evita follows Eva’s journey from 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. With more than 20 major awards to its credit, including the Oscar winning film version starring Madonna and Antonio Banderas, Evita features some of the most iconic songs in musical theatre, including Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, On This Night of a Thousand Stars, You Must Love Me, and Another Suitcase in Another Hall. Marti Pellow plays Che, a character who reflects the voice of the Argentine people. Linked to Eva by destiny, he brings conflict to the story of Eva’s rise to fame. As a solo-singer, recording artist, and at the beginning of his career with Wet Wet Wet, Marti Pellow has enjoyed virtually unrivalled chart success, with over 25 hits and three of the UK’s biggest number one singles, including the seminal Love Is All Around. He has performed all over the world, and his West End and Musical Theatre appearances include The Witches of Eastwick, Chess, Jekyll & Hyde, Chicago and Blood Brothers.

‘I DEFY ANYBODY WHO HAS SEEN THIS PRODUCTION TO SAY THEY HAVE SEEN A BETTER ONE’ the stage mon 7 - sat 12 jul Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm Atg theatre card Half price Mon eve (Prem/A/B) GROUPS 10+ £5 off GROUPS 20+ £6 off plus 1 free GROUPS 50+ £7 off plus 3 free Top 3 prices only, excl. Sat C G S See pages 26 & 27

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a dynamic, all-new production re-imagined and re-mixed for 2014 bill kenwright presents

THE LEGENDARY, SMASH HIT THRILLER celebrates its 60th anniversary ‘THE CLEVEREST MURDER MYSTERY OF BRITISH THEATRE’

‘a feel-good triumph’ mail on sunday

‘Sensational’

THE TELEGRAPH

The Daily Express

‘A TRULY ENTERTAINING CLASSIC THRILLER’

‘breathtaking’

the independent

THE SUNDAY TIMES

‘DESERVEDLY A CLASSIC AMONG MURDER THRILLERS’ THE OBSERVER

the eternally inspiring musical seen by over four million people 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 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.

#Fame25 www.fame-the-musical.com Contains strong language and adult themes

mon 14 - sat 19 jul Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm

Atg theatre card Half price Mon eve £5 off Tue eve - Sat mat (Prem/A/B/C) excl. Sat eve A classic. A landmark. A legend.

Atg theatre card Half Price Mon eve (Prem/A/B) £6 off Tue - Thu eves (Prem/A/B) Groups 10+ £5 off Groups 20+ £6 off plus 1 free Groups 50+ £7 off plus 3 free Mon - Thu, top 3 prices only C S C See pages 26 & 27

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Mon 21 – Sat 26 Jul Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm

The Mousetrap is famous around the world for being the longest running show of any kind in the history of 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 lifetime opportunity to see this masterpiece here at the Princess Theatre Torquay.

Groups 10+ £3 off plus 1 free Groups 20+ £4 off plus 1 free per 10 Groups 50+ £5 off plus 1 free per 10 Mon - Fri & Sat mat, top 3 prices only

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

Schools All seats £15 plus 1 teacher free per 11 students. Mon - Wed only

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.

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www.MousetrapOnTour.com

‘SHOWS DON’T COME MUCH BETTER THAN THIS - IT’S ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!’ daily express

Don’t miss Cats, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s extraordinary record-breaking, smash-hit musical as it returns to Princess Theatre Torquay for two weeks only! Adapted from TS Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, this wonderful blend of fantasy, drama and romance is set on the night that the Jellicle Cats meet for the Jellicle Ball in a sparkling fusion of music, dance and verse.

‘purrfect not to be missed’ metro

With an amazing musical score that includes the timeless Memory, spectacular set designs, stunning costumes and breathtaking choreography, Cats is a magical musical like no other. One of the longest-running shows in West End and Broadway history, Cats has enchanted audiences in over 300 cities around the world - now you too have the chance to experience this legendary musical phenomenon. catsthemusical.com

mon 18 - sat 30 aug Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm Atg theatre card Half price Mon 18 (Prem /A/B) £6 off Mon - Fri thereafter (Prem /A/B/C) groups 10+ £5 off groups 20+ £6 off plus 1 free groups 50+ £7 off plus 3 free Top 3 prices only, excl. Sat C G See pages 26 & 27

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Opera & Ballet International present three Ellen Kent productions featuring the Chisinau National Opera and Philarmonic

Experience the passion, enjoy the energy, feel the Rhythm

Rigoletto*

tue 7 oct 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £5 off (Prem/A) C G F S Early booking offer Featuring a magnificent golden eagle with a 7 foot wing-span, Rigoletto starring Vladimir Dragos is a stunning production recapturing the decadence of Renaissance Italy with lavish sets and opulent costumes. Victor Hugo’s opera was almost banned because it exposed the licentious behaviour of the powers-that-be at court. ‘Brilliantly sung by Vladimir Dragos’ The Times Please note some scenes contain nudity.

LA BOHEME*

TUE 8 APR 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £5 off (Prem/A/B/C) C G F S Starring the beautiful Elena Dee as Mimi and directed by Ellen Kent, this brand new production is traditionally staged and features sets and costumes inspired by the Bohemian art of the time, a local brass band, snow effects, and even Muzetta’s dog! This tragic tale of the consumptive Mimi and her love for a penniless writer includes many famous arias including Your Tiny Hand is Frozen, They Call Me Mimi and Muzetta’s Waltz. ‘Authentic, tender and passionate’ The Daily Telegraph

This incredible live show celebrates both the rich history of Ireland as well as the art of Irish dance. Rhythm of the Dance has heralded a new era in Irish entertainment, featuring thirty dancers, a traditional live full Irish band and the dashing and handsome Young Irish Tenors.

madama butterfly*

wed 8 oct 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £5 off (Prem/A) C G F S Early booking offer Starring the Korean soprano Elena Dee as Butterfly. With exquisite sets featuring a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes, including antique wedding kimonos from Japan. The heart-breaking story of a beautiful Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant - with dramatic results - and includes the melodic Humming Chorus, the moving One Fine Day and the unforgettable Love Duet.

Internationally rated as one of the most popular and successful Irish step dance shows on tour, millions of fans have hailed this as a ‘Must See’ The National Dance Company of Ireland’s performers are not only an assemblage of beautiful Irish lassies, and handsome Irish lads, sporting colourful Celtic-themed costumes, tapping and stomping out century-old beats - they are also a special collection of incredible young Irish dancers, singers, and musicians. One of the company dancers, a star in her own right, specializes in the ancient Sean Nos Dance style. Along with powerful and moving songs of celebration and hope, performed by The Young Irish Tenors (soon to have their own American Public Television special), all the music in the live show is performed live on stage by the Rhythm of the Dance musicians.

‘Spectacular! Stirring! Sweeping! Stunning! Sensational!’ previous audience comments

tue 5 - thu 7 aug Tue - Thu eves 7.30pm C See pages 26 & 27

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fantastic shows for the whole family

Easter Pantomime Starring comedy legend Bobby Davro as Smee, Dani Harmer (Tracy Beaker and Strictly Come Dancing) as Wendy and Lloyd Warbey (Disney’s Art Attack) as Peter Pan. Join Wendy, Michael and John as they take off to Neverland with the boy who never grows up. Peter Pan. Take part in their adventure and meet a fantastical range of characters along the way. With an all-star cast, impressive live music, energetic dance routines, lots and lots of laughter and flying that will thrill the child in all of us, come and see Peter Pan soar to new heights at the Princess Theatre during the Easter school holidays. Book early to avoid disappointment. The ‘Croc’ is ticking!

sat 12 apr 3pm GROUPS 10+ £1 off GROUPS 20+ £2 off C F G See pages 26 & 27

Izzy Wizzy let’s get busy! Direct from Citv, Sooty heads into town in a fabulous new show to delight the whole family. Joining the nation’s favourite bear will be Sweep, Soo and Sooty’s TV partner, Richard Cadell, who will be attempting to keep Sooty from getting up to mischief! Boy, will he have his hands full! There’s also a chance to meet Richard and Sooty after the show. A spectacular mix of magic, music and mess - guaranteed giggles for Sooty Fans old and new! It’s Sooty’s birthday party and things aren’t going to plan. Sooty and Sweep get messy baking the birthday cake and will Soo ever decide which dress to wear? ‘A real treat for the children and a dose of nostalgia for the parents’ The Stage sun 27 apr 11am & 2.30pm

From the author of The Gruffalo comes What the Ladybird Heard. Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird, and a whole farmyard of fun! Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len have a cunning plan to steal the farmer’s fine prize cow. But they reckon without the tiniest, quietest creature of all: The Ladybird has a plan of her own! Book early for this glittering family treat. Join the woolly sheep, the hairy hog, the fat red hen and the dainty dog in this brand new stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks’ colourful farmyard adventure. With live music, puppetry, plenty of audience participation and lots of laughs!

Angelina Ballerina pirouettes onto the stage in her brand new magical show packed full of singing and dancing. Angelina and her friends think their dreams have come true when Camembert Academy wins the opportunity to appear in their favourite television programme Dancing With Mice! But when the girls and boys have very dıfferent ideas for the show and just can’t seem to agree on anything, it’s up to Angelina as Dance Captain to ensure that the show goes ahead. So put on your ballet shoes and join Angelina, Alice, Gracie, Viki, AJ and Marco for the most stupendous Mousical of the year!

tue 1 - wed 2 jul Tue 1.30pm Wed 10.30am & 1.30pm

GROUPS 10+ £11 per ticket

GROUP 10+ £8.50 plus 1 in 10 free

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GROUP 10+ £10 per ticket G See pages 26 & 27

one night shows fascinating aida Charm Offensive

vienna festival ballet cinderella

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

Vienna Festival Ballet is proud to present their new Spring Ballet for the 2014 Season - the classic tale of Cinderella one of the best-known rags-to-riches fairy tales of all time. A mistreated young girl, a glass slipper, two comical ugly step-sisters and a handsome prince combine to make the perfect piece of story-telling. With a collection of music taken from the vast array from great Italian composer Rossini’s most famous operatic achievements, a magical melange of music has been chosen that is sure to astonish and amaze.

fri 25 apr 7.30pm C C S

wed 2 apr 7.30pm

★★★★★ ‘Cabaret Heaven’ METRO

tap factory World Tour 2014 sat 5 apr 7.30pm C

Tap dance at its stomping best! This tremendously visual, and highly exciting show, features the world’s best tap dancers and international musicians as they blend the art of percussion, with dance and acrobatics. Their feet have a life of their own, and the rhythm never stops. A brand new concept in the genre of Stomp, Tap Dogs and Blue Man Group.

that’ll be the day 2014 tour

bank holiday weekend sat 3 may 7.30pm Atg theatre card £5 off C G It’s party time again as the legendary That’ll Be The Day, the nation’s favourite rock ’n’ roll variety show returns with another opportunity to see its 2014 production! This hugely entertaining rock ’n’ roll spectacular features a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, plus loads more zany comedy routines! Prepare for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and rock ‘n’ roll!

hear the people sing

joe brown in concert With Pete Brown, Phil Capaldi, Ben Lee & Mike Nichols

For over a decade The WestEnders have established themselves as one of the country’s leading musical theatre companies. They are all past members of the London production of Les Miserables. With arrangements by renowned Conductor, Jae Alexander, this thrilling gala concert is an unmissable evening celebrating ‘The World’s Most Popular Musical’ Les Miserables - and many more.

sun 11 may 7.30pm

wed 9 apr 7.30pm Atg theatre card £2 off (A) C

Premier rock ‘n’ roll legend Joe Brown goes from strength to strength as his contemporary achievements continue to gather momentum. The musical styles in his new show break more boundaries and are as unique as Joe himself. Packed with timeless classics, rockabilly, gospel, country, folk and rock ‘n’ roll, all interwoven with Joe’s effervescent delivery and humorous reminiscences, this sensational show is not to be missed.

Hear the passion. Hear the music. Hear the people sing!

solid silver 60s show 2014

john edward

They say that if you remember the 60s you weren’t there! Fill that gap in your memory with The Solid Silver 60s Show and relive the 60s with original artists singing their greatest hits! Now in its 29th year the show reunites Brian Poole and The Tremeloes and features the unforgettable talents of Chris Farlowe, Chris Montez and Wayne Fontana, all backed by Vanity Fare.

Psychic Medium John Edward has captivated audiences world-wide on his TV shows Crossing Over and Cross Country. He is one of the world’s foremost psychic mediums and the author of numerous critically acclaimed New York Times best sellers. See him connect with the other side as he returns to visit Torquay. There will be question and answer sessions and messages from loved ones on the other side and more! Seeing is believing!

THU 10 APR 7.30pm

wed 21 may 7.30pm

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one night shows let’s hang on

grimethorpe colliery band

bank holiday weekend sat 24 may 7.30pm Atg theatre card £5 off C G

The real stars of the hit movie Brassed Off, Grimethorpe Colliery Band are in constant demand throughout the world for concert appearances. Having won almost every brass band accolade, these musicians have a highly acclaimed international reputation with numerous television appearances and recordings to their credit. Enjoy the fabulous sound of this world famous brass band, performing your favourite classics with passion and style!

the music of frankie valli And the four seasons

sat 5 jul 7.30pm

This award-winning production takes you on a musical journey through the prolific career of one of the most successful bands of all time - Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Featuring all the popular hits such as Beggin’, December ’63 (Oh What a Night!), Grease, Bye Bye Baby, Walk Like A Man, Big Girls Don’t Cry and many more!

‘a must for all music enthusiasts!’ The Guardian

‘YOU GUYS ARE DYNAMITE!’ Frankie Valli

mercury

immortal chi

the ultimate queen tribute

a warriors quest for harmony

thu 3 jul 7.30pm Atg theatre card £2 off C

sun 20 jul 7.30pm family ticket available

Winners of the Agents Association National Tribute Awards 2013. Mercury have firmly established themselves as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to the legend that is Freddie Mercury and Queen. This tour includes fantastic performances of the most popular Queen hits from the height of their reign - tracks such as Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and many more. www.mercuryqueentribute.co.uk

welsh national opera the world of opera fri 4 jul 7pm Following last year’s sell-out concert, Welsh National Opera’s annual visit has become a major highlight in Torbay’s cultural calendar. Experience the emotion and power of opera as the WNO Orchestra and guest singers perform some of opera’s greatest hits alongside less familiar treasures.

Direct from China, and created by the team behind the renowned Shaolin Warriors, Immortal Chi is a brand new spectacular fusion of jaw dropping Chinese Martial Arts, amazing multi-media images, fabulous costumes and original live music. An extraordinary story of a Tai Chi Master and his ultimate challenge! This explosion of movement and multi media is a feast for all the senses conceived by acclaimed Cirque du Soleil director Erick Villeneuve. Immortal Chi is not just a show it’s an experience not to be missed!

jim davidson live

mon 28 jul 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £2 off G S Fresh from his triumph on Celebrity Big Brother. The people’s favourite and one of Britain’s greatest ever comedians, Jim Davidson OBE telling it ‘like it is’ in the show you’ve all been waiting for. For one night only!

★★★★★ ‘Boy, does Jim know how to deliver his gospel The audience could have stayed all night he speaks with a rare honesty’ Express on Sunday

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one night shows roy chubby brown

The dreamboys

fit & famous 2014 tour

thu 31 jul 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £1.50 off C

thu 14 aug 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £2.50 off G

Roy Chubby Brown returns with his meatiest show yet! Who Ate All The Pies? He’s still rude, he’s still crude and this time he’s turning headlines into punch lines as his rip-roaring brand of banter continues to burst bellies across the country! 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!

thank you for the music fri 1 aug 7.30pm C G

An all-new, sequin-spangled, spectacular. Celebrating ABBA’s Eurovision triumph with their first worldwide hit Waterloo. Also stars Magic of the Bee Gees. An all-star cast has entertained the world with Lycra-tight harmonies and superb musicianship for longer than ABBA during the 70s and 80s! Mamma Mia, Stayin’ Alive, Dancing Queen, Night Fever, How Deep is Your Love, Super Trouper and Bee Geespenned Islands in the Stream, Chain Reaction and more.

If you’re looking for the perfect girls’ night out, look no further than these incredible stripping hunks, the UK’s top male glamour show. In a brand new action packed night of music, muscle, magic and mayhem, these boys will leave you breathless and begging for more! Book now before it’s too late!

that’ll be the day brand new show

fri 15 aug 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £5 off C C G Kids go Half Price Back by huge demand, prepare for a party as the nation’s favourite rock ’n’ roll variety show, That’ll Be The Day, returns with its brand new show! This summer’s new production features a fresh line-up of classic gold hits from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, plus more hilarious comedy! ‘WHAT A GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY SHOW THAT’LL BE the DAY IS. NOT TO BE MISSED!’ The Daily Mail

roy orbison & Friends

The Magic of Motown

Barry Steele presents his all live spectacular multi media tribute to The Big O, featuring classic Orbison hits from the 60s right through to the late 80s. With star guest tributes to Elvis Presley, Dusty Springfield and Jerry Lee Lewis this is a spectacular fusion of good old Rock ‘n’ Roll and contemporary musical genius, all on one stage.

sat 16 aug 7.30pm E C C EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT £2 off when booked by Sun 1 Jun

the REACH OUT - 50 Years of No.1 Hits Tour

sat 2 aug 7.30pm

An all-new, all-star Stateside spectacular boasting more No. 1s than ever. The legend of the label lives on, 5-star performances revive more than 36 classics from the Temptations, Supremes, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more. www.easytheatres.com

jackson live in concert

sat 9 aug 7.30pm ATG THEATRe CARD £3 off C G C Ben’s portrayal of Michael Jackson is the most vocally and visually accurate tribute to the King of Pop to have ever toured UK theatres. Ben is joined on the stage by incredible Band and Dancers who perform all the hits. He’s got the look, the moonwalk and above all, the voice. Pure MJ!

KEN DODD

60 years of happiness and laughter sun 7 sep 7pm G 2014 marks the 60th anniversary year of Ken Dodd’s incredible career as a professional entertainer. He is a comedian of legendary status; an icon and national treasure who has been entertaining audiences for a lifetime of happiness and laughter. Come and enjoy a fun-filled variety show for all the family, with non-stop gags and a selection of songs in Ken Dodd’s unique ‘Happiness Show’.

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irving berlin’s classic musical prior to the west end

hercule POIROT’s next case

starring

BILL KENWRIGHT BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH AGATHA CHRISTIE LTD PRESENTS

hercule poirot

jason donovan

as frank butler

‘Black Coffee brings Hercule Poirot back to life in style’ THE gazette

‘A COMPANY THAT CLEARLY UNDERSTANDS AND LOVES CHRISTIE’S WORK’

Emma Williams

as Annie Oakley

THE EXPRESS

mon 15 - sat 20 sep Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm

A quintessential English country estate is thrown into chaos following the murder of eccentric inventor Sir Claud Amory, and the theft of his new earth shattering formula. Arriving at the estate just moments too late, one man immediately senses a potent brew of despair, treachery, and deception amid the estate’s occupants. That man is Hercule Poirot. In the first play ever written by Agatha Christie we are introduced to a character who went onto become the most famous detective of all time and the only fictional character ever to receive a full-page obituary in the New York Times. Star casting to be announced. Previous cast photos

BLACK COFFEE © 1930, Agatha Christie Limited. All rights reserved. AGATHA CHRISTIE ® is a registered trademark of Agatha Christie Limited. All rights reserved. POIROT® is a registered trademark of Agatha Christie Limited. All rights reserved

Atg theatre card Half price Mon eve (Prem /A/B/C), £5 off Tue - Thu (Prem /A/B/C) Groups 10+ £3 off Groups 20+ £4 off Groups 50+ £5 off Plus 1 in 10 free. Top 3 prices only, excl. Fri & Sat eve C G See pages 26 & 27

0844 871 3023 Groups 01803 206365 atgtickets.com/torquay *

Annie Get Your Gun brings the heart of Broadway to the Princess Theatre for one week only in this major new production From the producers of Legally Blonde and 9 to 5 The Musical this TONY award-winning version of Irving Berlin’s classic musical comedy stars Jason Donovan (The Sound of Music, Priscilla Queen of the Desert), Emma Williams (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang) and Norman Pace (Chicago) this Autumn. When Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show comes to town, it only takes one glance for sharp-shooting country girl Annie Oakley to fall head over heels for its star marksman, Frank Butler. Both have truly met their match, revealing their competitive natures as they vie for best shot - and each other’s hearts. Featuring the all-time classic hits There’s No Business Like Show Business, Doin’ What Comes Natur’lly and Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better, led by a live grand orchestra.

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and as Buffalo Bill

tue 30 sep - sat 4 oct Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mat 2.30pm Atg theatre card £10 off Tue & Wed eve (A & B) Groups 6+ £4 off Groups 10+ £5 off Groups 20+ £6 off plus 2 free Groups 50+ £7 off plus 3 free Mon - Fri & Sat mat, top 2 prices C G See pages 26 & 27

Bkg fees apply

prices in person at the box office*

Booking information how to find us THE GS

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For information on Group Bookings please contact our Group Sales Team.

For more details about concessions available please contact the Box Office.

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groups of 10+ 0844 871 3043 (10am to 5pm Monday to Friday.) There is usually a discount for booking 10 or more tickets. Tickets can be reserved in advance and held up to a month before the date of the show. theatre tokens ATG Gift Vouchers are available to purchase at the Box Office and make the ideal gift. Gift wrapping service also available!

We also sell and accept National Theatre Tokens. They are available in values of £5, £10 & £20 with no expiry date. restoration levy Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold contributes to Torquay’s restoration fund / building fund. Concessions must be applied for at the time of booking as tickets are sold on a NO REFUND, NO EXCHANGE basis so please check your dates before booking.

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Choosing to book this way will incur a transaction fee for postage or collection on the night of the show from the box office.

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This will give you all the information you need about the theatre and shows. Booking on line will link you to the ATG Tickets website.

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0844 871 3023 (Bkg fees)

ticket agents You can book in person at the following Tourist Information Centres: Dawlish • Exeter • Newton Abbot • Plymouth • Teignmouth Tiverton • Torquay • Totnes. And also at the public libraries in: Brixham • Churston • Paignton. Torbay Bookshop, Paignton

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Please note that tickets for some shows carry a per ticket booking fee for ALL debit and credit card bookings.

This will direct your call to our Ticket Centre who handle all telephone card bookings. Choosing to pay this way will incur a transaction fee for postage or collection on the night of the show from the box office.

£21

£24.90

Tap Factory

£21.50

£19

£17

£24.40 £21.90

£19.90

La Boheme

£29.50

£25

£19.50

£15

£10

£35

£12.90

£38.90

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Ambassador theatre group Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) has grown to be the world’s number one live-theatre group with a total of 40 venues in Britain and on Broadway and an internationally recognised theatre producer. It is also a leader in theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets and The Ticket Machine Group (TMG). ATG’s impressive portfolio of West End theatres includes Apollo Victoria, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s, Fortune, Harold Pinter, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly, Playhouse, Savoy and Trafalgar Studios 1 & 2. In New York, ATG owns The Foxwoods Theatre, the largest theatre on Broadway. ATG’s regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador Cinemas; Aylesbury Waterside Theatre; New Alexandra Theatre Birmingham; Theatre Royal Brighton; Bristol Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone; King’s Theatre and Theatre Royal, Glasgow; Grimsby Auditorium; Liverpool Empire; Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester; Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford; Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre; Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and New Wimbledon Studio and Grand Opera House, York. Current and recent ATG co-productions include Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Macbeth, The Hothouse, The Pride, Passion Play, Posh, Jumpy and Constellations (Royal Court at the Duke of York’s), 9 To 5 The Musical, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Legally Blonde The Musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, The Rocky Horror Show, Goodnight Mister Tom, The Mystery of Charles Dickens, South Pacific, All New People, Dandy Dick, Blue/Orange, Ghost The Musical, Matthew Bourne’s Nutcracker!, Exit the King, The Mountaintop, Being Shakespeare, The Misanthrope, West Side Story, Elling and Guys and Dolls.

£33.40 £28.90 £23.40 £17.90

£20

£15

£10

£22.90 £16.90

£11.90

Solid Silver 60s

£26.50

£24.50

£22.50

£29.40 £27.40 £25.40

Peter Pan

£19.50

£21.40

Vienna Festival Ballet - Cinderella

£24

£19

£14

£29

£15.90

£31.90

Sooty Show

£13

£14.90

That’ll Be the Day

£25

£22.50

£27.90 £25.40

Joe Brown

£26

£24

£22

£28.90 £26.90 £24.90

Avenue Q

£29.50

£25

£19.50

£15

£33.50

£33.40 £28.90 £23.40 £17.90

£37.40

Hear the People Sing

If there is a show on a Sunday or Bank Holiday we will open at 4pm.

by Phone

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in person The box office, situated on the road side of the building, is open from Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm and Saturday 10am to 4pm and remains open until 15 minutes after curtain up on show nights.

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how to book

prices for online & telephone bookings**

£26.90 £21.90 -

John Edward

£51

£41

£31

£21

£54.90 £43.90 £33.90 £23.90

Let’s Hang On

£22

£20.50

£24.90 £23.40

£38.90

Dreamboats and Petticoats

£29.50

£25

£19.50

£15

£35

£33.40 £28.90 £23.40 £17.90

Rock of Ages

£29.50

£19.50

£10

£33.40 £23.40 £12.90

Toads - Sister Act

£17

£19.90

What the Ladybird heard

£12

£13.90

Mercury

£17

£19.90

Welsh National Opera

£15

£13

£10

£17.90

£15.90

£12.90

£23.90 £22.40

£36.90 £31.40 £25.90

£17.90

£12.90

£42.90

£37.50

£35.90 £31.40 £25.90

£17.90

£12.90

£41.40

£25.40 £22.90 £20.90 £11.90

£37.90 £18.40

Grimethorpe

£21

£19.50

Evita

£33

£27.50

£22

£15

£10

£39

£32

£27.50

£22

£15

£10

£22.50

£20

£18

Fame Immortal Chi The Mousetrap

£29.50

£23.50

£17.50

£10

£35

Jim Davidson

£23.50

£20.50

Angella Ballerina

£32.40 £26.40 £20.40 £26.40 £23.40

£13.50

£16.50

£15.40

Roy Chubby Brown

£21

£23.90

Thank You for the music

£22

£24.90

Roy Orbison and Friends

£20.50

£23.40

Rhythm of the Dance

£21.50

£19

£17

Jackson Live

£19.50

£22.40

The Dreamboys

£23.50

£26.40

That’ll Be the Day

£25

£22.50

£27.90 £25.40

The Magic of Motown

£24

£26.90

£35 £29.50

£29.50 £25

£25 £19.50

£19.50 £15

£15 £10

£39.50 £35

Cats Eves Wed mat Ken Dodd

£25.40 £22.90 £20.90

£38.90 £33.40 £28.90 £23.40 £17.90 £33.40 £28.90 £23.40 £17.90 £12.90

£43.40 £38.90

£23.90 £21.90

£21

£19

£29.50

£25

£20

£15

£35

Annie Get Your Gun

£30

£20

£10.50

Madama Butterfly

£31

£26

£21

£10

£36

Rigoletto

£31

£26

£21

£10

£36

A Vision of Elvis

£22

£20

Maximum Rhythm and Blues

£26

£24

£22

John Mayall

£30.50

£28.50

£26.50

Charlie Landsborough

£19.50

£17.50

£14.50

Sensational 60s Experience

£27.50

£25.50

Paul Hollywood

£29.50

Black Coffee

£32.40 £27.90 £22.90 £16.90

£33.90 £23.90 £13.40

£34.90 £29.90 £24.90 £12.90

£39.90

£34.90 £29.90 £24.90 £12.90

£39.90

£24.90 £22.90

£28.90 £26.90 £24.90

£33.40 £31.40 £29.40

£22.40 £20.40 £16.40

£30.40 £28.40

£32.40

£37.90

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