Belgrade Theatre What's On Guide Spring 2013 by Belgrade Theatre Coventry

Diary – Spring 2013 Show

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The Night Queen La Bohème

Fri 18 – Sat 26 Jan Tues 22 Jan Fridays: 25 Jan, 22 Feb, 15 March and 19 April Tues 29 Jan – Sat 2 Feb Sat 2 – Sat 23 Feb Weds 6 Feb Fri 8 Feb Sat 9 Feb Mon 11 – Sat 16 Feb Thurs 14 Feb, Thurs 21 March, Tues 23 April Tues 19 Feb Fri 22 & Sat 23 Feb Tues 26 Feb – Sat 2 March Mon 4 – Sat 9 March Tues 5 March Thurs 7 – Sat 9 March Mon 11 & Tues 12 March

Children: £5.75 £14.75 – £21.25

£13

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£16.75 – £23.25 Children: £11.75 £16.75 – £30.75 Donate £16.75 – £23.25 £16.75 – £26.25 £14.75 – £25

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Tues 12 – Sat 16 March

£8.50 – £13.25

Sat 16 March

£25.50 – £32.50

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Tues 19 – Sat 23 March Fri 22 March Mon 25 March Tues 26 March Tues 26 – Thurs 28 March Weds 27 March Thurs 28 March Sat 30 March

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Sat 13 April – Sat 4 May Weds 17 – Sat 20 April Mon 22 – Sat 27 April Weds 24 – Sat 27 April Mon 29 April – Sat 4 May Thurs 9 – Sat 11 May

£8.50 – £20 £8.50 – £13.25 £16.75 – £23.25 £14.25 – £19.75 £8.50 – £11.25 £16.75 – £23.25 £16.75 – £23.25 £13.75 – £21.75 Children: From £9.75 £8.50 – £20 Children: £8 £15.75 – £30 Donate £17.75 – £30.25 £16.50

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Mon 20 May

£16.75 – £23.25

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Tues 21 May Weds 22 May Thurs 23 May Fri 24 May Sat 25 May

£18.25 – £25.50 £18.25 – £25.50 £18.25 – £25.50 £18.25 – £25.50 £18.25 – £25.50

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Tues 28 May – Sat 1 June

£15.75 – £30

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Barnstormers Comedy

“I have been able to sit in on a dress rehearsal, read-through and visit the workshop to see scenery and costumes being made.There have been talks by Hamish Glen explaining how shows develop and the varied and interesting events have proved a good place to meet like-minded people.” Dot Trailor, member of the Actors’ Circle at the Belgrade Theatre

Midday Variety Soldiers Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom Birds of a Feather Playlist The Dolly Parton Story Moscow Ballet – Coppélia The Moscow State Circus One Monkey Don’t Stop No Show Boogie Nights – The ‘70s Musical in Concert Boeing Boeing Call Mr. Robeson The Irish House Party Gilbert and Sullivan Abridged The Arrival And Finally... Phil Collins 80’s Mania Bollywood Hits Horrible Histories – Terrible Tudors and Vile Victorians Sons Without Fathers Coventry Gang Show The 39 Steps Journey to X The Blues Brothers All Shook Up Shaolin Warriors – Return of the Master Vampires Rock Motown’s Greatest Hits Hold Back The Night Counterfeit Stones Queen of the Dance The Rise and Fall of Little Voice

Tues 2 – Sat 6 April

James and the Giant Peach

Tues 11 – Sat 15 June

Oklahoma LWAD – Finding Anastasia Darkside Do Your Thing

Thurs 20 – Sat 22 June Fri 5 & Sat 6 July Sat 6 July Fri 12 & Sat 13 July

£13.75 £8.50 – £20 £8.50 – £20 £14.25 – £19.75 £16.75 – £23.25 £16.75 – £23.25 £15.75 – £30

Children: From £9.75 £15 – £19 £10.50 – £13.50 £16.25 £13.25

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Birdsong Marriage A Viennese Strauss Gala Hats off to Led Zeppelin Swinging at the Cotton Club Driving Miss Daisy

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Welcome to our Spring Season 2013. I hope there’s plenty to interest and excite you in the coming programme of work. The economic climate is proving challenging for everyone right now, and that includes the Belgrade. We’ve experienced some significant cuts to our budgets but we’re doing all we can to continue creating and presenting a wide range of shows at great value prices. I’d like to thank you for your continued support of the theatre which is very much appreciated, as ever. Hamish Glen Artistic Director To help you get the most out of your visit to the Belgrade here are some handy booking tips: • Avoid queuing at Box Office or on the phone by booking online. It’s cheaper, really easy to do and you can choose your own seats. New shows go on sale online first, so check for the latest additions. • Book equivalent amounts of full price tickets for two or more participating shows in our multi-purchase offer at the same time and save off your full price tickets. • You can enjoy the show from every seat in the main auditorium, but remember the front row of the stalls and the boxes don’t always offer the best view. • Over 18 and under 26? Limited tickets to selected shows are FREE. Look out for the logo and check our website for details. Bookable from 21/01/13.

• Tickets for first nights, previews and weekday matinees are often available at a discounted rate so go for these options to get the best value. These tickets do sell quickly though so book early to get the seats you want. • There’s limited capacity in the B2 auditorium so book early if you want a seat in the stalls.

Online: www.belgrade.co.uk Box Office: 024 7655 3055 Email: boxoffice@belgrade.co.uk Book online at our website www.belgrade.co.uk. Tickets are cheaper to buy online and you can choose your own seat. You can book via the Box Office in person or by phone on 024 7655 3055. It is open Monday to Saturday from 10am, with phone lines open from 10.30am, closing 15 minutes after the last show has started, or 5.30pm when there are no evening performances. Reservations are held for three days or until 30 minutes before the performance, whichever is sooner. We reserve the right to alter discounts and prices at any time and to refuse admission.

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Belgrade Theatre, Belgrade Square, Coventry CV1 1GS We’re right in the centre of Coventry off Corporation Street, within walking distance of the bus (10 minutes) and train stations (15 minutes). Parking is available next to the theatre in the Belgrade Plaza car park, which can be accessed directly from Junction 9 of the ring road. For Sat Navs enter CV1 4AJ.

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ELVIS

Thurs 17 Jan

Fri 18 Jan

Jack Applebaum for Epic Creative Productions Limited Presents

Weds 23 Jan

Sat 19 Jan

FOREVER MICHAEL

The World’s Greatest Michael Jackson Tribute Concert

Thurs 24 Jan

Sat 26 Jan

OperaUpClose’s Olivier Award-winning

Composed by Puccini in a new English version by Robin Norton-Hale

“A masterstroke… blissfully funny.” Guardian

“Madly brilliant.” The Times

Tues 22 Jan Winner of the 2011 Olivier Award for Best Opera and Whatsonstage.com Award for Best Off-West End Production, OperaUpClose burst onto the opera scene back in 2009 with this fresh and brilliantly youthful production of Puccini’s masterpiece La Bohème. Follow the ups and downs of idealistic students Rodolfo and Marcello and their girlfriends Mimi and Musetta, as they bicker, party, try to make ends meet and follow their dreams. Now for the first time, Coventry audiences have the chance to experience the show that changed the face of opera. Evening: 7.45pm

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THE NIGHT QUEEN By Philip Monks Directed by Sue Wilson & Jenny Stephens Designed by Dawn Allsopp

Inspired by Mozart’s The Magic Flute Music re-imagined by Christopher Ash Age recommendation: 6+

Fri 18 – Sat 26 Jan For a limited run only, Hoopla and the Belgrade are bringing back the hit children’s musical, The Night Queen. Coventry Telegraph

Inspired by Mozart’s The Magic Flute, The Night Queen is a magical blend of music, mystery and adventure. Follow Pamina into the forest as she meets strange creatures and faces the challenge set by the Night Queen herself.

“The Night Queen is a must see for children who enjoy a good story, and for those of us who still believe in magic.” British Theatre Guide Review

An uplifting tale of youth pitted against experience, by turns funny, scary, silly and serious, there is plenty to think about and enjoy in this music-theatre piece. Go to www.hooplatheatre.com to see clips and find out more about the show. What audiences said:

“Excellent.” “Amazing.” “Adventurous.” “Wicked.” “Awesome!” Evenings: Fri 18 & 25 and Sat 19, 7pm Matinees: Sat 19 & 26, 2.45pm Morning: Sat 26, 11.30am Schools Performances: Tues 22 – Fri 25, 10.30am & Tues 22 – Thurs 24, 1.30pm

Adults: £7.75 Children: £5.75 Family ticket: £20 Schools: £4.50 (No further concessions available)

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STAGE VERSION BY RACHEL WAGSTAFF DIRECTED BY ALASTAIR WHATLEY

Tues 29 Jan – Sat 2 Feb A mesmerising story of love, courage and sacrifice is now brought to the stage in this critically acclaimed version of Sebastian Faulks’s bestselling novel. An epic tale of love and war set both before and during the Great War. 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 under ground. Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his world explodes around him. Recently aired on BBC One and following on from the hit West End production, this new adaptation marks the first touring production of the play. Performed by a dynamic ensemble including award-winning actress Sarah Jayne Dunn (Drop Dead Gorgeous, Hollyoaks), Charlie G Hawkins (EastEnders), Arthur Bostrom (‘Allo, Allo’), Tim Van Eyken (War Horse), Tim Treloar (National Theatre, RSC) and introducing newcomer Jonathan Smith as Stephen Wraysford. www.birdsongthetour.com Evenings: 7.45pm Matinees: Weds 30 Jan & Sat 2 Feb, 2.30pm Fri 1, 7.45pm

Sat 2, 2.30pm

Tickets: From £8.50 to £20 Concessions: From £8.50 to £18 Schools: £7

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“There’s a lot to be said for marriage. The opposite also applies.” Join us on the hilarious rollercoaster that is MA RIAGE. Nikolai Gogol’s timeless and unpredictable comedy is as sparkling and accessible as it ever was. Summer’s coming in St Petersburg and blushing bride-to-be, Agafya, has a string of suitors lined up for her by the local matchmaker – but how can she decide which one to pick? Ivan wants to get married – but how long will he take to pop the question once he’s made up his mind? Ivan’s best friend, Ilya, driven to distraction by all the dithering, vows to take charge and force his hand – wiping out the competition from the other suitors and making sure the day ends with wedding bells ringing. But will his cunning plan succeed? Hamish Glen’s production of Laurie Slade’s new version has been commissioned by the Belgrade in its continuing exploration of plays on the theme of MA RIAGE and offers the perfect antidote to the winter blues.

7.30pm, except Tues 5, 7pm Sats 9, 16 and 23 Feb & Weds 20 Feb, 2.45pm Sat 2 & Mon 4 Feb, all tickets £8.50 Weds 13 Feb Fri 22, 7.30pm

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Barnstormers Comedy continues at the Belgrade with a series of late-night shows to round off your evening in a good mood! Each month the compere introduces three different top acts from the London circuit, usually Comedy Store regulars. Over 18s only, unless accompanied by a responsible adult. Evenings: 10.30pm

Fridays: 25 Jan, 22 Feb, 15 March and 19 April

A Viennese Strauss Gala

Beautifully costumed and sung Weds 6 Feb

Tickets: £13.75 Concessions: £11.75 Now in its 9th year, A Viennese Strauss Gala recreates the romance of the Viennese festive season, reminding you of a bygone age of glamorous soirees and Strauss waltzes. Features highlights from some of the great operettas of the Strauss family, performed by soloists from leading Opera companies. Evening: 7.45pm

Tickets: From £14.25 to £19.75 Concessions: £2 off A stunning tribute to the greatest rock band ever. You’ll feel like you’ve travelled back in time when you experience four top-class musicians recreate Led Zeppelin’s magical concerts. Co-managed by Warren Grant, son of legendary Led Zeppelin manager Peter Grant, who said after seeing them live, “You guys really did the band justice!” Evening: 7.45pm

Tickets: From £16.75 to £23.25 Concessions: £2 off

Fri 8 Feb

Swinging at The Cotton Club celebrates the music, dance, and songs of the Cotton Club – New York City’s famous nightclub of the 1920s and ‘30s.

The Jiving Lindy Hoppers & The Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra

Sat 9 Feb 8

Features The Jiving Lindy Hoppers, the world’s premier jazz dance company and Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra, vocalist Marlene Hill and compere/vocalist Megs Etherington. Evening: 7.45pm

Tickets: From £16.75 to £23.25 Concessions: £2 off

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Mon 11 – Sat 16 Feb “Uhry’s play amounts to a plea for more kindness in the world and its principals make it with conviction and dignity.” Sunday Telegraph Having broken records on Broadway and played to sold out audiences in London’s West End, David Esbjornson’s award-winning production has dazzled audiences and critics alike. Inspiration for the Oscar-winning smash hit movie, Driving Miss Daisy is the charming, poignant and utterly compelling tale of the unlikely friendship that blossoms between a prickly, elderly southern matriarch, Daisy Werthan, and her kind-hearted chauffeur, Hoke Colburn. As the wheels turn and the decades roll by against a backdrop of prejudice, inequality and civil unrest, the pair slowly transcend their differences and ultimately grow to rely on each other far more than either ever expected. Sparklingly funny, irresistibly heart-warming and with a wonderful, much-loved cast, Driving Miss Daisy is the must-see show of 2013. www.daisyontour.co.uk

“Driving Miss Daisy remains a delight.” Sunday Times “A play with a big heart.” Sunday Express Evenings: 7.45pm Matinees: Weds 13 & Sat 16, 2.30pm Post-Show Discussion: Fri 15 Fri 15, 7.45pm

Sat 16, 2.30pm

Tickets: From £15.75 to £30 Concessions: From £10.75 to £28

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Brian Walker and Malcolm Stent present

The Bachelors

Stu Francis

Johnnie Casson

Kirsty Anderson

Thurs 14 Feb, Thurs 21 March & Tues 23 April Thurs 14 Feb: Back by request, The Bachelors headline this Valentine’s Special with support from Sue J Willis, juggler Steve Arnold and the Martyn St James band. Thurs 21 March: Top comedian Johnnie Casson and his Laughter Show with support from Caroline Fields, Fast Lane Orchestra and Ken Wood. Tues 23 April: Celebrate St George’s Day with the most patriotic show in Coventry. Features ex-Crackerjack “I could crush a grape” star Stu Francis, Dame Vera Lynn singer Maggie O’Hara, opera singer Kirsty Anderson, Fast Lane Orchestra and, of course, our troops on stage. Afternoons: 1.30pm

Tickets: £13 (No further concessions or discounts) Pre-show Meal: £10 (Advance booking essential)

Live on stage fomre! the very first ti Fri 22 & Sat 23 Feb “Somewhere, hidden amongst the thorny brambles is a little kingdom where everyone is very, very small...” From the makers of Peppa Pig comes this BAFTA award-winning television animation for the first time ever live on stage. Join Ben and Holly and their friends on an enchanting journey through the Magical Kingdom in this exciting musical adventure packed full of games, songs and laughter. With actors, masks and colourful costumes, this beautiful story of elves, princesses and childhood innocence will delight all the family. www.benandhollylive.com Morning: Sat 23, 10.30am Afternoons: 1pm Late afternoon: Fri 22, 4pm

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PAULINE QUIRKE

LINDA ROBSON

LESLEY JOSEPH Tues 26 Feb – Sat 2 March The girls are back! One of BBC TV’s most popular and fondly-remembered sitcoms comes to the stage with all three of its original leading cast members, Pauline Quirke, Linda Robson and Lesley Joseph. Birds of a Feather ran on the BBC for nearly ten years throughout the 1990s, becoming a massive hit right from the word go. It remains not only a classic comedy, but also, as a female-centred long-running series, a truly rare gem. And now the three stars of the TV series are re-united on stage to re-create their adored characters, sisters Sharon Theodopolopoudos, Tracy Stubbs and their sex-mad neighbour, Dorien Green. A brand-new show, Birds of a Feather has been created especially for the theatre by The Comedy Theatre Company, producers of the highly-successful tour of Victoria Wood’s dinnerladies. Please note that due to the busy work lives of the three stars, this tour is very limited in length so make sure you grab this opportunity to see Birds of a Feather onstage for the first time ever.

Evenings: 7.45pm Matinees: Weds 27 Feb & Sat 2 March, 2.30pm Fri 1, 7.45pm

Sat 2, 2.30pm

Tickets: From £16.75 to £30.75 Concessions: From £11.75 to £28.75

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THE SOLDIERS

The Soldiers created history by being the first group of serving soldiers to hit the British pop charts. Real life heroes with several medals between them, their two Top 10 albums have raised over half a million pounds for army charities. They have performed at the Royal Variety Performance and twice at The Festival of Remembrance. Evening: 7.45pm

Tues 19 Feb Belgrade Theatre presents the Young Company in

PLAYLIST Directed by Neil Bettles (Artistic Director of ThickSkin)

Mon 4 – Sat 9 March

Tickets: From £16.75 to £23.25 Concessions: From £14.75 to £21.25 An MP3 player is found on a bench in a city park, but the only clues to the owner’s identity are the tracks. The brightest of the Belgrade’s youth talent come together in a new piece of physical theatre that explores our changing relationship with our music and environment.

Evenings: 7.30pm Matinee: Wed 6, 2.30pm

Tickets: Donate What You Want

Thurs 7 – Sat 9 March Coppélia is regarded as one of the jewels of classical ballet, a love story infused with both charm and comedy. There’s an eccentric old toymaker, Doctor Coppélius, the feisty Swanilda, her fiancé Franz and the amazingly life-like doll, Coppélia, together with a cast of youthful and mischievous characters. Could love between a doll and a human be for real... or is it just a fairy tale? This delightful production of the much-loved Coppélia captures the imagination with the passion, humour and magic of the ballet. Evenings: 7.45pm Matinee: Sat 9, 2.30pm

Tickets: From £16.75 to £26.25 Concessions: From £14.75 to £24.25 (No concessions available on Sat)

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The Dolly Parton Story pays tribute to one of the greatest icons of popular music. The stunning vocals of Andrea Pattison are backed by an all live four-piece band as they perform early country classics such as Coat of Many Colors as well as the later hits Islands in the Stream, Jolene and 9 to 5. Evening: 7.45pm

Tues 5 March

Tickets: From £16.75 to £23.25 Concessions: From £14.75 to £21.25

Mon 11 & Tues 12 March The Moscow State Circus brings its latest and most spectacular show to date to the Belgrade with the sensational extravaganza Babushkin Sekret. Inspired by the legend of ‘The Twelve Chairs’, this new show will take you on an incredible journey in the company of some of the greatest circus performers, combining contemporary and classical circus in a way never before witnessed. If all this isn’t enough to keep you sat on the edge of your seat then the hilarious clowns, Pavlik and Klava, will have you falling off them with laughter. Evenings: 7.45pm Early evening: Tues 12, 5pm

Tickets: From £14.75 to £25 Concessions: From £9.75 to £23 Family: £47 & £67 Schools: £10.50 Boogie Nights is back in a remixed concert version with a massive all-star cast – The Osmonds’ Merrill, Jimmy and Jay, Gareth Gates, Louisa Lytton from EastEnders, X-Factor stars Andy Abraham and Chico, Shane Ritchie Junior and a cast of 15 singers, dancers and musicians. It’s the biggest, best, all-star Boogie Nights ever… Afternoon: 4pm Evening: 8.15pm

Sat 16 March

Tickets: From £25.50 to £32.50 Concessions: From £23.50 to £30.50

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By Don Evans Directed by Dawn Walton Starring Jocelyn Jee Esien

Tues 12 – Sat 16 March “We have a position in society, Mister … an’ I don’t mean just black society.” In 1970s Philadelphia, the Harrisons are the most respectable middle-class black family in the suburbs. However, the arrival of their young niece and her radical ideas from the rural South turns their polite, Christian life on its head. The Cosby Show meets Restoration Comedy in this hilariously outrageous play about how hard we try to hide who we really are.

“Nothing short of hilarious.” The Guardian “A wonderfully zestful play, wackily intelligent and very funny.” whatsonstage.com

“Ramps up the feel-good factor and has the audience splitting their sides.” The Stage Originally co-produced with Shefﬁeld Theatres Presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Limited

Evenings: 8pm Matinees: Weds 13 & Sat 16 March, 2.45pm Fri 15, 8pm

Sat 16, 2.45pm

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talking Scarlet presents

by Marc Camoletti, translated by Beverley Cross

Tues 19 – Sat 23 March It all boils down to juggling timetables and a reliable maid who never forgets to change the photographs. Starring Kim Tiddy (The Bill), Zoie Kennedy (The Royal), Ciara Janson (Hollyoaks), Philip Stewart (Blood Brothers) and Ben Roddy (Innocent Crimes), Talking Scarlet’s Boeing Boeing is a new production of the classic French farce which has seen recent success both in the West End and on Broadway. Bernard juggles three flight attendant fiancées, successfully convincing each that she is the only one. However when old school friend Robert arrives unexpectedly, a new, faster Boeing jet is introduced and weather delays occur. Bernard, Robert and Bertha the maid are forced to desperately try to keep the women separate. The lies told become more and more difficult to reconcile as the trio improvise at breath-taking speed in a near faultless piece of theatrical invention with inevitable, hilarious consequences.

Evenings: 7.45pm Matinees: Weds 20 & Sat 23 March, 2.30pm Fri 22, 7.45pm

Sat 23, 2.30pm

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Fri 22 March “They say I’m meddling in the foreign affairs of the United States’ Government. Now, that’s too bad, ‘cause I’m going to have to continue to meddle...” Paul Robeson is a world famous actor, singer and civil rights campaigner. When over the years he gets progressively too radical and outspoken for the establishment’s liking, he is branded a traitor to his country, harassed and denied opportunities to perform or travel. Just as physical, emotional and mental stress threaten to push him over the fine line between genius and madness, he is summoned to appear before the House of Un-American Activities Committee, to give the most difficult and important performance of his career. This award-winning roller coaster journey through Robeson’s remarkable and eventful life highlights how his radical activism caused him to be disowned and disremembered, even by the leaders and descendants of the civil rights movement. It features much fiery oratory and some of his famous songs, including a dramatic rendition of Ol’ Man River. Tayo Aluko revives one of the 20th Century’s most impressive but overlooked figures in this powerful, compelling tour-de-force performance, which played to sell-out audiences at the Belgrade in 2010, and was also seen at New York’s Carnegie Hall in February 2012. Matinee: 2.45pm Evening: 8pm

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Dublin’s award-winning music and dance show offers the warmest of welcomes to the finest house party in town. Starring All Ireland champion musicians, fantastic presenters with great banter and excellent Irish dancing, they deliver the best night of traditional musical entertainment. Evening: 7.45pm

Mon 25 March

Tickets: From £16.75 to £23.25 Concessions: From £14.75 to £21.25 Whether you are a Gilbert and Sullivan aficionado, a passing fan, or you are not sure you know who they are, this show brings you as much fun, zaniness and humour as can be found while performing from all fourteen operettas for one night only.

Evening: 7.45pm

Tues 26 March

Tickets: From £14.25 to £19.75 Concessions: From £12.25 to £17.75 Touring for their 5th Anniversary year, And Finally... Phil Collins bring their recreation of Phil Collins’ 1997 Dance Into The Light tour to Coventry. Features classic hits In The Air Tonight, Easy Lover, Sussudio, Another Day In Paradise, together with new songs taken from his Dance Into The Light tour. Evening: 7.45pm

Weds 27 March

Tickets: From £16.75 to £23.25 Concessions: From £14.75 to £21.25 Europe’s official 1980s tribute concert, featuring the legendary Top of the Pops and Radio One DJ/Presenter Mike Read on screen as your pre-recorded video roadshow host. 25 chart topping pop icons authentically recreated with a live band and awesome dancers. As Mike says … “It’s like Top of the Pops meets Live Aid.” Dig out your ‘80s fashions and party! Evening: 7.45pm

Thurs 28 March

Tickets: From £16.75 to £23.25 Concessions: From £14.75 to £21.25

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Tamasha and Circus Space present

Co-created by Kristine Landon-Smith and Sita Brahmachari

Tues 26 – Thurs 28 March Dele plays a last game of football with his friends, says goodbye to his son and sets off on a voyage to a smog-filled metropolis across the sea. Carrying only a small suitcase, he embarks on a journey into the unknown. Others he meets along the way share his dream of building a home in a new city and being joined by their families.

“A moment of kindness in a sea of unfamiliarity… A long, hard day at work… A lively party… A nostalgic lullaby…” Based on the illustrated novel by Oscar winner Shaun Tan, one man’s tale echoes the many ‘arrivals’ happening around us all the time. This epic story unfolds through an extraordinary weaving together of theatre, circus and music. Tamasha is an award-winning theatre company, which drives the crossover of culturally specific work into the mainstream. Successes like Snookered, East is East and The Trouble with Asian Men have won acclaim from audiences and critics alike.

“Tamasha means commotion, creating a stir, and the company is certainly doing that.” whatsonstage.com on Tamasha’s most recent production Snookered

www.tamasha.org.uk Evenings: 8pm Matinee: Weds 27, 2.45pm

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We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories - live on stage! Using actors and ground-breaking 3D special effects, these two astounding shows – Terrible Tudors and Vile Victorians – are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips. Terrible Tudors - From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and his punch up with the Pope. Survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience! Vile Victorians - Could you be a Victorian historian? What exactly did a baby farmer do? Can you escape the misery of the mines or the filth of the factories? Do your best to dodge the rotten railway and prepare for the Charge of the Light Brigade!

“The latest sensation on the theatrical block.” The Times

Terrible Tudors: Tues 2, Thurs 4 & Sat 6, 7pm. Weds 3 & Fri 5, 2.30pm Vile Victorians: Weds 3 & Fri 5, 7pm. Thurs 4 & Sat 6, 2.30pm Sat 6, 2.30pm & 7pm

Adults: From £13.75 to £18.25 Children: From £9.75 to £14.75 Family tickets: From £35 to £51 Schools: £8.50

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Tues 2 – Sat 6 April

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Colonel Luke Gibson is proud to lead the Scottish regiment his family has served in for generations. The two sons he has brought up alone are now young men; while Captain Mike Gibson battles to destroy opium poppy fields in Afghanistan, his brother Kyle fuels his band’s gigs with heroin. When Kyle hits rock bottom, can he return home to the community he has insulted and rejected? How will his brother respond to his needs? Will Colonel Gibson balance his love for two such different sons with his responsibilities to all the soldiers under his command? This fast-moving, highly-energised new musical began life at The Edinburgh Festival and now begins a new life at The Belgrade. From its explosive choreographic opening on patrol in Helmand Province, through the comic absurdities of Kyle’s drug-induced hallucinations, The Prodigals drives this extraordinary tale on with stunning new music and dance and a script that challenges us to explore the toughest of emotional battlegrounds.

“Belting baritone arias.” The Times, Libby Purves Fri 30 Aug – Sat 14 Sept Evenings: 7.45pm, except Tues 3 Sept, 7pm Matinees: Weds 4 & 11 Sept, Sats 31 Aug, and 7 & 14 Sept, 2.30pm Previews: Fri 30, Sat 31 Aug & Mon 2 Sept, all tickets £17.75 Fri 13, 7.45pm

Sat 14, 2.30pm

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The hit Blitz play back by popular demand! By Alan Pollock

Directed by Hamish Glen

“If there is any play every person in Coventry should make a point of seeing, this is it.” Coventry Observer

Coventry, November 1940. Katie, a headstrong 18 year old training to be a teacher, encounters the stranded Michael, an Oxford tutor of Romantic Literature and Language, while waiting for the ‘All Clear’ at a railway station. It’s the beginning of what could be a straightforward love story. But nothing is straightforward in wartime. Unknown to Katie, Michael has been forced to turn his language skills to deciphering codes at Bletchley Park. Katie, who lives with her family in Coventry, has no idea how terrible the threat of war is. But Michael does… Did Winston Churchill have advance warning of the attack on Coventry? Was the city sacrificed for the greater good - or to provoke America into the war? This gripping wartime love story set during the Coventry Blitz is back by popular demand having received an overwhelming response from audiences and critics alike.

“This intensely dramatic play is a landmark chapter in the city’s theatrical and cultural history.” Coventry Times Age recommendation: 11+

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Sat 28 Sept – Sat 19 Oct Evenings: 7.45pm, except Tues 1 Oct, 7pm Matinees: Weds 2, 9 & 16 Oct and Sats 5, 12 & 19 Oct, 2.30pm Previews: Sat 28 & Mon 30 Sept, all tickets £16.25 Fri 18, 7.45pm

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Tickets: From £16.25 to £31 Concessions: From £11.25 to £29 Schools: £8.50 boonke onli

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Village school teacher Platonov is a man who is loved by women. Despite his best intentions he is drawn into a series of extra-marital affairs that all hold the promise of escape from the provincial Russian reality where he and his circle of friends are trapped. Showing us a side to Chekhov that is funnier, more brutal and more wildly passionate than the writer we know, Sons Without Fathers shines a light on this band of disaffected thirty-somethings - too old to move with the times, and too young to let go of their dreams. Consumed by bitterness and disappointment, they attempt to fill the void in their lives with sex and vodka, blaming their fathers for the mess they’ve been left in. Sons Without Fathers is a brand new version of Chekhov’s rarely performed first play, Platonov and comes from the same team that created the Belgrade and Arcola’s acclaimed co-production of Uncle Vanya in 2011.

“A lucid and affecting production.” The Times on Uncle Vanya

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Evenings: 7.30pm, except Tues 16 Apr, 7pm Matinees: Sat, 20 & 27 Apr and Sat 4 May, and Weds 1 May, 2.45pm Previews: Sat 13 & Mon 15 Apr, all tickets £8.50 Post-Show Discussion: Thurs 25 Apr Fri 3, 7.30pm

Sat 4, 2.45pm

Tickets: From £8.50 to £20 Concessions: From £8.50 to £18 Schools: £7

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Bollywood Hits

Put on your desi clothes as Bollywood Pandits are back to perform hit songs from the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s! This show promises another amazing night of Bollywood hits from films Saajan, Baazigar, Aashiqui, Mohabbatein, Amar Akbar Anthony, Mr India, Maine Pyar Kiya, Sharabi and Ram Teri Ganga Maili. Evening: 7.30pm

Tickets: From £13.75 to £21.75

Sat 30 March

Under 11s go free when accompanied by a paying adult. Special group tickets available.

The Coventry Gang Show is packed full of singing, dancing and comedy for the whole family. The cast love performing from its home at the Belgrade Theatre and this year’s show features songs from some great musicals, like Rock of Ages, Crazy For You and many more. Evenings: 7.15pm Matinee: Sat 20, 2.15pm

Adults: £13.50

Weds 17 – Sat 20 April

(No concessions for Sat eve performance)

Children: £8.00 Coventry Youth Operetta Group (YOG) brings you All Shook Up, a show inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley with classics such as Heartbreak Hotel, Jailhouse Rock and Don’t Be Cruel. It’s time to get out your blue suede shoes!

Evenings: 7.30pm Matinee: Sat 11, 2.30pm

Thurs 9 – Sat 11 May The Belgrade’s Acting Out Company present

JOURNEY TO X

Tickets: £16.50 Concessions: From £14.50 A group of young friends from Ireland are heading to London for auditions in the X Factor. When a shocking revelation within the group means that the money they need to raise is now for more than just their plane tickets, both friendship and loyalty are tested against their desire for fame and fortune.

By Nancy Harris

Weds – Fri: 4.45pm Sat: Midday

Weds 24 – Sat 27 April

Tickets: Donate What You Want

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Mon 22 – Sat 27 April Direct from the West End, Broadway and 25 countries around the globe comes “a joyous version of the Alfred Hitchcock classic” (Sunday Times) spy thriller, The 39 Steps, brilliantly and hilariously recreated as the smash hit Olivier award-winning Best New Comedy. This blissfully funny show follows the incredible adventures of our handsome hero Richard Hannay, complete with stiff-upper-lip, British gung-ho and pencil moustache, as he encounters dastardly murders, double-crossing secret agents, and, of course, devastatingly beautiful women. This wonderfully inventive and gripping comedy thriller features four fearless actors, playing 139 roles in 100 minutes of fast-paced fun and thrilling action. See our jolly good trailer at www.love39steps.com.

“Dizzyingly entertaining.” The Daily Telegraph “Uproariously jolly and splendidly inventive.” The Guardian “Theatrical gold.” Stephen Fry

Evenings: 7.45pm Matinees: Weds 24 & Sat 27, 2.30pm Fri 26, 7.45pm

Sat 27, 2.30pm

Tickets: From £15.75 to £30 Concessions: From £10.75 to £28

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The internationally acclaimed Shaolin Warriors are back at the Belgrade with their new show Return of the Master. With a fully choreographed spectacular production that features 22 professionally trained Kung Fu Masters, they vividly depict rarely-seen feats of agility, strength and skill.

“A perfect family show.” The Edinburgh Evening News

Mon 20 May

Evening: 7.45pm

Tickets: From £16.75 to £23.25 Concessions: From £14.75 to £21.25 Hailed by some of rock’s royalty, Vampires Rock is a show like no other. With a twist of rock, a hint of comedy and some of the greatest anthems you know and love, including, We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Highway to Hell, Since You’ve Been Gone and many more! Evening: 7.45pm

Tues 21 May

Tickets: From £18.25 to £25.50 Concessions: From £16.25 to £23.50

Weds 22 May The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of motown is back by popular demand! Now in its 11th successive year, this stunning 100% live show combines first class music together with the slickest choreography, and an amazing band to deliver truly outstanding performances for the best motown experience you will ever have! This show will have you ‘Dancing On The Ceiling’, featuring songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and many more. Evening: 7.45pm

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Mon 29 Apr – Sat 4 May Attention! Your attention please! The Police, theatres and members of the public are hereby warned to be on the look out for two men dressed in black hats, black ties and sunglasses. Otherwise known as The Blues Brothers. Yes folks, they’re back and on a mission! Direct from a residency in Chicago and a national tour of the USA and featuring original members from the many West End runs, this show is armed with a new set, new twists, new moves, new songs and freshly laundered suits! The boys are joined by the fabulous ‘Bluettes’, three sassy ladies with attitude and voices to knock you off your perch and the incredible Blues Brothers band who are the best of the best. All your favourite songs are here - Everybody, Gimme Some Lovin’, Think, Shake a Tailfeather, Sweet Home Chicago, plus loads more. So dust off your pork pie hats, dig out your shades, put on your dancing shoes and prepare to party like never before because The Blues Brothers are back in town for a night of only the best songs, music, moves, thrills and spills this side of Chicago. P.S. Just don’t tell the Police, ok?

Evenings: 7.45pm (Except Sat 4, 8.30pm) Matinee: Sat 4, 5.30pm Fri 3, 7.45pm

Sat 4, 5.30pm

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Get ready for the show that’s taking the theatre world by storm as the multi-talented and charismatic cast of this superb production deliver the ultimate pop concert, filled with the music of Abba and the Bee Gees. A huge success in 2012, early booking is recommended. Evening: 7.45pm

Tickets: From £18.25 to £25.50 Concessions: From £16.25 to £23.50

Thurs 23 May

Counterfeit Stones Fri 24 May The Counterfeit Stones celebrate their 22nd anniversary and Sir Mick’s 70th birthday with yet another Sham Rock experience, Knock up Your Daughters.

“The most famous Stones band in England.” Sir Mick Jagger Their skillfully mixed cocktail of classic hits, retro costume and humour continues to intoxicate both young and old. This hooky masterpiece, hilariously mockumenting the history of the Rolling Stones from 1962, will bring back the nostalgia if you were there, or if you weren’t, make you wish you were! Evening: 7.45pm

Tickets: From £18.25 to £25.50 Concessions: From £16.25 to £23.50 This live show features sensational and breathtaking solos from ex Riverdance, All Ireland and World Champion exponent of Irish dance, Catherine Gallagher, together with a precision ensemble of international Irish step dancers. Get ready for an impressive production of Irish dance as you’ve never seen it before. Evening: 7.45pm

Sat 25 May 28

Tickets: From £18.25 to £25.50 Concessions: From £16.25 to £23.50

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BEVERLEY CALLARD

JESS ROBINSON

RAY QUINN

Tues 28 May – Sat 1 June Starring Beverley Callard (Coronation Street), Ray Quinn (Dirty Dancing, Grease, Legally Blonde), Duggie Brown and introducing the sensational Jess Robinson as Little Voice, in the Olivier award-winning comedy, The Rise and Fall of Little Voice. Written and directed by Jim Cartwright, this sparkling new production is a story of music, divas and romance, featuring songs by the some of world’s greatest female stars, including Shirley Bassey, Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand. Shy Little Voice spends most of her time hidden away with her late father’s record collection, perfecting her astonishing impersonations. Her extraordinary talent remains a secret until she is overheard by local talent scout Ray Say. Determined to hit the big time, Ray sets about creating the show of the century with Little Voice as his star. When the big night arrives, Ray is convinced that this is his last chance for fame and fortune. But has anyone asked Little Voice what she wants?

“Gritty, heartwarming, funny, entertaining. A superb night of theatre.” whatsonstage.com This show contains strong language. Evenings: 7.45pm Matinees: Weds 29 May & Sat 1 June, 2.30pm Fri 31, 7.45pm

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CMTS presents

Set on America’s Western Frontier, Oklahoma tells the tale of farm girl Laurey and the two rivals for her affections, happy go-lucky cowboy Curly and the sinister farm hand Jud. Features such classics as Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’ and, of course, the final rousing chorus of Oklahoma. Evenings: 7.30pm Matinees: Thurs, 3pm & Sat, 2.30pm

Thurs 20 – Sat 22 June

Tickets: From £15 to £19 Concessions: £13 to £17

Finding Anastasia is an original adventure in dance and theatre for all the family. This is LWAD’s first production at the Belgrade and showcases the diversity of dance styles they offer, from ballet, tap and street to jazz, contemporary, drama and more. Evenings: 6.30pm Matinee: Sat 6, 1.30pm

Fri 5 & Sat 6 July

Tickets: From £10.50 to £13.50 Concessions: From £7.50 to £10.50 (Concs OAP & under 14s only)

Set within the intimate surrounds of B2, acclaimed Pink Floyd tribute band Darkside is making its first appearance at the Belgrade Theatre, performing the complete Dark Side of the Moon album. Check out the musicianship, spectacular lightshow, projected images and the band’s passion for Pink Floyd at www.darksidefloydshow.com. Evening: 8pm

Tickets: £16.25 Concessions: £14.25

Sat 6 July

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Freeman Dance present Do Your Thing! Featuring over 300 of Coventry’s most accomplished and up-and-coming young dance talents, Do Your Thing promises to be innovative and exciting. With dynamic performances in ballet to street, acrobatics to irish, and musical theatre to tap, Do Your Thing has something for everyone. www.freemandance.co.uk Evenings: 7pm

Fri 12 & Sat 13 July 30

Tickets: £13.25 Concessions: £11.25

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Birmingham Stage Company presents

Tues 11 – Sat 15 June James lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, the most revolting aunts in England. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known. When James accidentally spills the bag near an old peach tree, the most incredible things start to happen and James embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with the most amazing group of characters you could ever meet! The Birmingham Stage Company proudly presents Roald Dahl’s amazing story, following its acclaimed productions of George’s Marvellous Medicine, Horrible Histories and The Jungle Book. If you’re looking for fruit-filled fun and whizz-popping wonders, then don’t miss James and the Giant Peach.

“Wonderfully brought to life and beautifully staged with imaginative sets, foot-tapping songs, fantastic choreography and brilliant puppetering - the cast left the stage to long and loud applause from cheering parents and children.” The Birmingham Mail

Tues & Fri: 7pm Weds – Sat: 10.30am Weds & Thurs: 1.30pm Fri 14, 7pm

Adults: From £13.75 to £18.25 Children: From £9.75 to £14.75 Family tickets: From £35 to £51

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Community & Education Building on its national reputation as the home of Theatre in Education (TiE), the Belgrade Theatre runs a year-round programme of dramarelated activities for young people and the wider community. Participants develop skills in devising, writing and acting and are supported to create and put on productions that reflect the experiences of young people and the local community, with a particular focus on marginalised groups. The current programme includes five youth theatre groups; Acting Out, a two year work-related learning programme recognised nationally as a model of best practice; The New Black, a programme targeting the city’s newest arrivals; and a schools programme.

Open doors The Belgrade Theatre will be running an Open Doors session for young people on Thurs 2 May, offering the opportunity to find out about employment in the theatre industry and take part in hands-on workshops and taster sessions. Session: 10am – 2.30pm. FREE, please book in advance at the Box Office or online.

Drama Classes With the success of our Saturday Drama Classes and Summer School the theatre will be offering a full programme of activities in the Spring and Summer terms to improve young people’s performance and social skills.

How to Create your Own Play Workshops Sat 12 Jan – Sat 23 Mar (No class 23 Feb) Character Building Workshops Sat 20 Apr – Sat 29 June (No class 1 June) Class 1: 8 – 11 year olds, 10am – 11.15am, Class 2: 12 – 15 year olds, 11.30am – 1pm Classes will be led by an experienced drama practitioner. No previous experience necessary. Costs are £75 per young person if booked online per 10 week term and £80 if booked by phone or in person. Book at the Box Office or online. The whole term must be paid for at the time of booking. Summer School Mon 29 July – Fri 2 Aug and Mon 12 Aug – Fri 16 Aug, 10am – 4:30pm Ages: 8 – 16 Price: £130 per person per week or £120 per person per week if booked online. There is a 25% discount available on second and subsequent tickets when two or more tickets are bought for the same family. For more information or to book, contact our Box Office team or visit www.belgrade.co.uk. Backstage Tours, Schools work and support for auditions is available on request.

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Directors’ Club The Directors’ Club is the Belgrade Theatre’s business membership scheme offering bespoke packages to businesses of all sizes. Whether it’s corporate hospitality, advertising to a wider range of people or rewarding staff, the Belgrade Theatre has a package for you. We also offer businesses the opportunity to sponsor productions or performances. For more information about our Directors’ Club or sponsorship, call 024 7684 6750 or email graham.aylott@belgrade.co.uk. The Belgrade Theatre gratefully acknowledges the support of the following businesses:

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Support us The Belgrade Theatre Trust is a registered charity (number 219163). This means that all the money given, raised or earned is not distributed as profit but kept and reinvested in the work that we do. We are committed to: • Producing some of the country’s most exciting and critically acclaimed drama, bringing artistic excellence to the people of Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond. We bear witness to the city and region’s stories and experiences, giving people an opportunity to come together and talk about their lives, promoting community cohesion and a sense of local pride. • Staging the very best touring musicals, drama, comedy, music and children’s shows, ensuring the theatre offers a diverse and high quality artistic programme and that our region is offered the highest quality performing arts. • P ricing tickets to achieve the best value possible, enabling access to quality theatre through ticket schemes and concessionary tickets. We also provide accessibility through wheelchair spaces, as well as access to performances for deaf, hard of hearing and visually impaired patrons. • Developing the careers of young creative professionals who want to work in theatre through internships, placements and apprenticeship schemes. • O ffering thousands of learning opportunities every year to young people, many of whom are at risk of social and/or educational exclusion. We support their personal growth, reduce anti-social behaviour and engage new audiences. We also offer participation and training opportunities to older people, many of whom are also at risk of social exclusion. You can help support the Belgrade by: • Joining as a member of the Actors’ Circle or Writers’ Circle from just £30. • Leaving us a legacy in your will. • Making a donation when booking tickets online, over the phone or in person. If you would like to make a separate donation towards a specific aspect of our work, see the ‘Play Your Part’ section of our website. • Making a text donation of £1 by texting BELG22 £1 to 70070 (terms and conditions are on our website). • Playing the Weather Lottery online (see website for details). • Naming a Seat in either auditoria in person or over the phone (£250, which can be spread by Standing Order).

For more information contact our Development Department on 024 7684 6758, email developmentadmin@belgrade.co.uk or visit www.belgrade.co.uk/support-us

Events & Conferencing The Belgrade Theatre offers a variety of spaces which are available to hire for meetings, conferences, parties and exhibitions for 8–858 people. With in-house professional sound, lighting, customer service, catering and set construction facilities, the Belgrade Theatre offers a complete one-stop shop for your event requirements.

To book your next event contact the Conferencing Team on 024 7684 6710 or email conferencing@belgrade.co.uk.

Discounted Tickets We offer the following discounts on our tickets: Online: All our tickets are cheaper when booked online at www.belgrade.co.uk. 20% off multi-purchase offer: Get 20% off the total cost of your full price tickets when you book equivalent amounts of tickets for two or more participating shows at the same time. Groups: Groups of 11 – 39 £2.50 off standard and premium seat tickets; groups of 40 – 59 £3 off standard and premium seat tickets and groups of 60+ £3.50 off standard and premium seat tickets. Only applies to full priced tickets on selected shows and minimum price applies. Group tickets must be booked via the Box Office. Schools Tickets are available for certain performances. Check show information for details. Prices vary. One teacher goes free for every 10 pupils booked. Student Discount is £2 and is available to anyone with a valid NUS card. Young Person’s Discount is £2 unless otherwise stated and is available to anyone aged over 18 and under 26 years of age. Over 18 and Under 26? Limited tickets to selected shows are FREE. Look out for the logo and check our website for details. Bookable from 21/01/13. Over 60s: £2 off all tickets. Coventry Passport to Leisure holders: Up to £5 off all tickets. Unemployed: Up to £5 off all tickets. Disabled Patrons: £2 off all tickets – plus free carer ticket. Only one discount applies per ticket. These discounts apply except where a different rate is stated in the show details. Proof of eligibility is required for all discounts. There is a minimum discounted ticket price of £8.50. Only Disabled Patrons discounts are available on Saturday evenings. Tickets are non-refundable but exchanges can be made for the same show at £2 per ticket and subject to availability.

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Whether you’re seeing a show or just dropping by, Signatures at the Belgrade can offer the perfect atmosphere in which to relax and enjoy a high quality range of food and drink.

Signatures Café

Our ground floor Café Bar is ideal for drinks with friends or for coffee and cake. We also offer a selection of light meals, including homemade soup of the day, salads and panini.

Café Opening Times:

10am up to 11pm* (5pm on non-performance nights)

Breakfast at the Belgrade From 10am daily. Start your morning with a bacon sandwich or freshly brewed cup of coffee.

Celebration Packages**

Make your visit extra special with wine, fizz or champagne and five delicious canapés. Our celebration packages range from just £12 – £15.50 per person and you can enjoy your canapés and drinks at your reserved table either pre show or during the interval.

High Cream Teas**

Available on matinee performance days for just £7 per person and includes tea, sandwiches, scones and cream.

Hot Dish of the Day

Served every evening on show days for just £5.99.

Interval Drinks

Beat the queue and pre-order at the bar when you arrive. *Subject to change. **Pre-order to avoid disappointment.

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Access For full details of our Access information please see our document Access For All, which is available on the website or from Box Office. Audio Described Performances Many of our productions are audio described. Headsets for the description are available from the merchandise counter and may be reserved at Box Office at the time of booking. Captioned Performances Captions convert the spoken word into visible text and are produced by a display unit installed on or near the stage and are delivered by an accredited captioner. Wheelchair Access In the Main Stage, we have up to six seats in Box E which are available for wheelchair users. In B2, there is space for six wheelchair users - four on the ground floor and one on each balcony. Many of our productions are Sign Language Interpreted. Please ask about Hearing and Guide Dog spaces when booking. Lift Access All public areas are accessible by lifts, which can be found next to the CafĂŠ Bar for the Main Stage, and near the B2 bottle bar opposite Box Office for B2. An infra-red hearing system is installed in both theatres. Receivers (for use with hearing aids) and headsets (no hearing aid necessary), are available from the merchandise counter and may be reserved at Box Office at the time of booking. A drop-off point for people with limited mobility is available via Upper Well Street at the top of Belgrade Square. The point is marked by stainless steel bollards and is approx 20m from the B2 entrance. Parking is not permitted at this point. Accessible toilets are available on main levels.

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Award-winning Apprenticeships The Belgrade was highly commended at last year’s National Apprenticeship Awards. Regional Awards 2012 We were listed as one of the Top 100 Highly Commended Apprenticeship Employers in England, in recognition of its award-winning Creative Apprenticeship scheme.

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Diary – Spring 2013 Show

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The Night Queen La Bohème

Children: £5.75 £14.75 – £21.25

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Main Satge

£16.75 – £23.25 Children: £11.75 £16.75 – £30.75 Donate £16.75 – £23.25 £16.75 – £26.25 £14.75 – £25

Main Stage Main Stage Main Stage B2 Main Stage Main Stage Main Stage

Tues 12 – Sat 16 March

£8.50 – £13.25

Sat 16 March

£25.50 – £32.50

Main Stage

Tues 19 – Sat 23 March Fri 22 March Mon 25 March Tues 26 March Tues 26 – Thurs 28 March Weds 27 March Thurs 28 March Sat 30 March

Main Stage B2 Main Stage Main Stage B2 Main Stage Main Stage Main Stage

Sat 13 April – Sat 4 May Weds 17 – Sat 20 April Mon 22 – Sat 27 April Weds 24 – Sat 27 April Mon 29 April – Sat 4 May Thurs 9 – Sat 11 May

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Mon 20 May

£16.75 – £23.25

Main Stage

Tues 21 May Weds 22 May Thurs 23 May Fri 24 May Sat 25 May

£18.25 – £25.50 £18.25 – £25.50 £18.25 – £25.50 £18.25 – £25.50 £18.25 – £25.50

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Tues 28 May – Sat 1 June

£15.75 – £30

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Barnstormers Comedy

Tues 2 – Sat 6 April

James and the Giant Peach

Tues 11 – Sat 15 June

Oklahoma LWAD – Finding Anastasia Darkside Do Your Thing

Thurs 20 – Sat 22 June Fri 5 & Sat 6 July Sat 6 July Fri 12 & Sat 13 July

£13.75 £8.50 – £20 £8.50 – £20 £14.25 – £19.75 £16.75 – £23.25 £16.75 – £23.25 £15.75 – £30

Children: From £9.75 £15 – £19 £10.50 – £13.50 £16.25 £13.25

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What’s On

Spring 2013

Main Stage

Main Stage Main Stage Main Stage B2 Main Stage

Live on stage for the very first time!

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Birdsong Marriage A Viennese Strauss Gala Hats off to Led Zeppelin Swinging at the Cotton Club Driving Miss Daisy

Venue

Belgrade Theatre, Belgrade Square, Coventry CV1 1GS