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HELLO We have a jam-packed season with lots of great value shows which will be loved by the whole family! Following on from the spectacular adventure of The Wind in the Willows at Christmas, The Twits will be stopping by at the Rose in time for Easter half term. This co-production with Curve Leicester follows the success of last year’s The Witches. Roald Dahl’s classic, The Twits, will guarantee mischievous fun. Dahl’s stories continue to captivate audiences and we’re sure this production will do the same. Just wait and see what the monkeys’ cunning plan is...! For the young, and young at heart, 2017 starts with the The Jungle Book, Kipling’s great adventure, brought to the stage by Rose Youth Theatre, in an exciting new adaptation which tells the story of courage, family and growing up. The fun doesn’t stop there, we have live stage adaptations of Room on the Broom and The Scarecrows’ Wedding, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, whose heart-warming tales will fill the auditorium with laughter. Children are invited to bring along their teddy bears and join Tilly and her friend, The Bear, which will be an unforgettable experience, with delicious music, dreamy storytelling and dazzling puppets. Timeless bed-time classics The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Michael Rosen’s award-winning We’re Going on a Bear Hunt will also be taking to the Rose’s stage. Direct from a smash-hit West End season and international tour, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt and its catchy songs will be with you for days! Children will be enchanted by The Very Hungry Caterpillar, which features over 75 loveable puppets, we can’t wait!

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Don’t forget, the Rose also has a full programme of world class drama, which this season includes My Brilliant Friend Parts 1 and 2, written by Elena Ferrante. This production will be the first time Ferrante’s Neapolitan novels have been bought to the stage. Sandi Toksvig has also penned a new comedy, Silver Lining, which will have its world premiere at the Rose. Finally, a new musical, Junkyard, written by Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), will be one to look out for in the new year… to see our drama highlights, visit pages 8 – 9. We couldn’t do the work we do without your help and support. Visit our website for more information on how you can ensure the work we do in the local community continues. Don’t forget to make the most of the Rose Café, which provides delicious food and a wide variety of drinks, in a relaxing setting, with free wi-fi and regular events throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming you and your little ones to the Rose soon.

Robert O’Dowd Chief Executive

Jerry Gunn Executive Producer

A CURVE AND ROSE THEATRE KINGSTON CO-PRODUCTION

Artwork Â© Quentin Blake Used by arrangement with A P Watt at United Agents

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Robert Pickavance Mr Twit

Liz Jadav Mummy Mugglewump

Jo Mousley Mrs Twit

Charlotte Workman Girl Mugglewump

Alex Chang Boy Mugglewump

Wed 5 – Sun 16 Apr

Adapted by David Wood Directed by Max Webster

Evenings 5.30pm Matinee Wed (not Wed 5), Thu, Sat & Sun (9 Apr) 1.30pm Fri 11am Sun (16 Apr) 3pm Tickets £24, £20, £16, £8 (pit cushions)

“Mr Twit was a twit. He was born a twit. And, now at the age of sixty, he was a bigger twit than ever.”

An additional £1 per ticket booking fee and £2.50 per booking transaction fee are payable when booking online and by phone.

Mr Twit has a very hairy face. His beard is spiky and smelly. It also contains cornflakes, sardines and even some stilton. Mrs Twit is equally as foul and she hates Mr Twit just as much as Mr Twit hates her. The Twits really are the most spiteful and revolting couple you could ever hope to meet. They spend their days playing wicked tricks on each other and mistreating Muggle-Wump monkeys. They also have a particularly sticky trick to catch Roly-Poly birds for their bird pies. But not for much longer because the monkeys have a cunning plan to teach those terrible twits a lesson. Recommended for ages 6+.

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FAMILY PRODUCTION

JUNGLE BOOK Fri 6 – Wed 11 Jan

Evenings 7.30pm Matinee Sat 1pm Tickets £12 Mowgli, a lost child, is saved from the jaws of a tiger by a family of law-abiding wolves. When the pack itself is threatened, Mowgli is fostered by Bagheera, a black panther, and an affable opportunist called Baloo. A story of courage, family and growing up, Rudyard Kipling’s great adventure is brought to the stage by Rose Youth Theatre in an exciting new adaptation.

Image by Meghdut Gorai, Ghatarani Temple

THE BEAR Thu 12 – Sun 15 Jan

Thu 1.30pm, Fri 11am, 1.30pm Sat 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm Sun 11am & 2pm Tickets £12.50, £10.50 Ever wondered what it would be like to sit on a polar bear's lap? Or ride on its back? Raymond Brigg's The Bear is a heart-warming and humorous wintry tale. With dazzling puppetry, delicious music, dreamy storytelling, and dozens of laughs, The Bear is an unforgettable experience for the whole family. So bring a bear, and join Tilly and her great big white friend on a wild and magical adventure. 04

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JAMIE RAVEN LIVE Sun 12 Feb 6pm Tickets £23, £12 (pit cushions)

Family ticket £70 (two adults and two children) Britain's Got Talent's Jamie Raven has been perfecting his craft over the past 11 years and is one of the most viewed magicians in the world. His magic amazed audiences and even made Simon Cowell exclaim, 'I now finally believe in magic!'. Sit back, relax and enjoy some of the magic that Jamie has astounded audiences with around the globe. Recommended 5yrs+.

ROOM ON THE BROOM Tue 14 – Sat 18 Feb

Tue 1.30pm & 4.30pm Wed, Thu & Fri 11am & 1.30pm Sat 11am, 2pm & 4.30pm Tickets £12.50, £10.50 Join the Witch and her cat on their mission to defeat the dragon in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler! Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, in the Olivier-nominated show that’s toured the world! 020 8174 0090

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Wed 17 – Sun 21 May Wed 2pm Thu & Fri 11am & 1.30pm Sat 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm, Sun 11.30am & 2.30pm Tickets £12.50, £10.50

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'Quite simply, the best family show I’ve seen.' Sky Arts

WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT Direct from a smash-hit West End season and international tour. Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid family of adventurers and their musical dog on their quest to find a bear; as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure – plus a few special surprises! Adapted for the stage from the modern classic written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury.

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THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR Wed 31 May – Sun 4 Jun Tickets £12.50, £10.50

Wed 3pm, Thu & Fri 11am & 1.30pm Sat 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm Sun 11am & 2pm

The timeless classic makes its way off the page and onto the stage. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets.

FROM THE TEAM BEHIND STICK MAN AND TIDDLER

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THE SCARECROWS' WEDDING Fri 23 - Sun 25 Jun Tickets £12.50, £10.50

Fri 1.30pm Sat 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm Sun 11.30am & 3pm

A truly heart-warming adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling book about two scarecrows very much in love. This epic love story, from the team behind Stick Man and TIddler, promises wit, drama, and wedding bells! Suitable for all aged 3+.

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DRAMA HIGHLIGHTS

MY BRILLIANT FRIEND Sat 25 Feb – Sun 2 Apr A fiercely honest exploration of life and friendship in post-war Italy. A two-part dramatization of Elena Ferrante’s celebrated Neapolitan quartet of novels. Adapted for the stage by April De Angelis. Directed by Melly Still. Elena Ferrante’s intense portrait of an all-consuming female friendship in post-war Italy is brought to life for the first time on the Rose stage. A powerful story of love, violence, sex, ambition, genius and self-destruction, the two-part play is an exploration not just of female friendship and rivalry, but of Italy after the war and the decades of political turmoil and cultural change that followed.

SILVER LINING Fri 3 – Sat 11 Feb Silver Lining is the hilarious new comedy by writer, actor, presenter and political activist Sandi Toksvig. It tells the tale of five extraordinary yet forgotten women, who come together one treacherous night to recreate The Great Escape… senior citizen style! A Rose co-production with English Touring Theatre.

JUNKYARD Wed 19 – Sun 30 Apr A brilliantly honest and witty new musical from BAFTA Award-winning writer Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), and Academy Award-winning composer Stephen Warbeck (Shakespeare in Love). Directed by Evening Standard Award-winner Jeremy Herrin (Wolf Hall), Junkyard is a coming-of-age story about friendship and standing up for what matters. A Rose co-production with Headlong, Bristol Old Vic and Theatr Clwyd. 08

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My Brilliant Friend

Don't forget, the Rose does a wide variety of drama throughout the year.

By Elena Ferrante

Parts 1 & 2

ÂŠ Herbert List/Magnum Photos

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LOVE THEATRE? TAKE PART. Throughout the year, our building is brimming with classes, workshops and performances for all ages.

ROSE YOUTH THEATRE (5–19) UNDER 11s meet every week for fun, invigorating classes with a focus on literacy, teamwork and imagination. There are performance opportunities, and students regularly show work to friends and family. ROSE ACTING WORKSHOPS is a term-time course offering high level classes on acting technique. The classes focus on text and process to develop self-confidence, listening and teamwork, voice and imaginative skills. ROSE YOUNG COMPANY work intensively towards public performance. Within small ensembles, our actors learn an extraordinary level of discipline to compliment professional process and technique. All Rose Youth Theatre students benefit from discounts and a free ticket to each Rose Theatre Production. All our participants take advantage of complimentary tickets and discounts at the Rose Café. For more details, call the Box Office on 020 8174 0090, email SarahK@rosetheatrekingston.org or visit our website. 10

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BOOKING INFO

CONCESSIONS & DISCOUNTS

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Valid Mon-Thu evening & Sat matinee (exclusions may apply) on all price bands except Premium tickets and pit cushions. Only one discount per ticket, subject to availability.

Box Office opening hours Mon-Sat 10am until 30 minutes after the evening performance begins and 6pm on non-performance days. Sun from at least one hour prior to performance only. Bookings for future shows will stop 30 minutes before a performance begins. You can pre-order your ice creams and programmes with your tickets. Booking fees An additional £1 per ticket booking fee and £2.50 per booking transaction fee are payable when booking online and by phone. No fees when booking in person. Please note tickets are not refundable or exchangeable. Restricted view Due to the varying kinds of events that we present, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. Please check when booking. Access The Rose is fully accessible and offers a range of services for patrons with disabilities. Please contact us in advance on 020 8174 0090 or email access@rosetheatrekingston.org to discuss your requirements. Please check our website for details of our touch tours and audio-described and signed performances. Details correct at time of print. The Rose reserves the right to alter the advertised programme, prices and facilities if necessary and apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Friends Loyalty Card For only £45 per year you will be able to take advantage of big savings on best available seats, no booking fees, discounts with our local retail and restaurant partners and much more. Season Saver Buy three or more plays at the same time and save £5 per ticket. Valid on Bands A & B, Mon‑Thu eve and Sat mat. Concessions Over 60, unwaged, entertainment union, children under 16 and students: £5 off. (exclusions apply). Under 26yrs £5 tickets, valid on selected productions; limited availability (exclusions apply). Patrons with disabilities Patrons with disabilities and their companion enjoy half price tickets to all performances. Groups of 10+ Concessions available on most performances, please contact the Box Office for details. Schools (10+) Tickets from £12 at selected performances, 11th teacher ticket free with every 10 purchased. Babies under 18 months Go FREE at family productions, ticket must be collected from Box Office. Pit cushions Priced from just £8, pit cushions bring you close to the action. Bring your own or borrow one from the Rose cloakroom free of charge (subject to availability). 11 011

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If you want a break from shopping or work, come and visit Kingston's unique and most welcoming venue. Treat yourself to a range of drinks, snacks and lunch options, and enjoy a variety of free events at our friendly café.

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THANK YOU Our warmest thanks to Rose Theatre stakeholders, sponsors and donors for their generous support.

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Director’s Circle Marit Mohn; Ian & Filiz Page; Robert Westlake. Producer’s Circle Chris Foy; Agnes Hewitt-Smith; Luke & Kate Nunneley; Peter Scott. Benefactors Dickie & Susan Bannenberg; Sandy Gavshon; Martin & Kathryn Higgs; David & Annie Lass; Patrick & Marion O’Donovan; Bob Steed; Brian & Angela Willman. Patrons Michael & Rosemary Bibby; Timothy Combe; Nigel Duffin; Andrew & Maggie Gallagher; Alastair & Lynwen Gibbons; Baroness Sally Hamwee; John Hackett; Peter & Fiona Hare; Simon & Wanda Higman; John & Martha Jessop; Robert & Scilla O’Dowd; Bob Phillips & Anna Cunnyngham; James Pyke; Ian & Mary Reid; Donald Rogers; Jenny Titterton; Peter Wear; Robert Wolf. Associates Mark Chester & Clare Lumley; Jane Cox; Michael & Mary Davison; Jennie Drimmer & Daniel Kline; Bruce Gray; Jai & Anjali Gupta; Nigel Hardy; Martina Massimi Klimova; Anthony Lipmann; Brian Smith; David Tallis.

Supporters Fred Brittenden; Sir George Cox; Edward Field; Barbara Johnson; R R Langley; Lord Rix; Rose Friends and all those who wish to remain anonymous. Life Friends Ian & Wendelien Bellinger; Will Bland & Tricia Welch Bland. Trusts & Foundations Garfield Weston Foundation; John Coates Charitable Trust; Personal Development Trust UK; Rowan Bentall Charitable Trust; Watson Family Foundation.

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