A CURVE AND ROSE THEATRE KINGSTON CO-PRODUCTION
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+.
Artwork © Quentin Blake Used by arrangement with A P Watt at United Agents
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FAMILY PRODUCTION
FAMILY PRODUCTION
JUNGLE BOOK
JAMIE RAVEN LIVE
Fri 6 – Wed 11 Jan
Sun 12 Feb 6pm Tickets £23, £12 (pit cushions)
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.
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+.
Image by Meghdut Gorai, Ghatarani Temple
THE BEAR
ROOM ON THE BROOM
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
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
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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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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FAMILY PRODUCTION All illustrations copyright ©: Helen Oxenbury 1989, from We're Going On A Bear Hunt published by Walker Books. All rights reserved.
FAMILY PRODUCTION
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
★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ ★★★★ THE LIST
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
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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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WHAT’S GOOD TO DO
DAILY MAIL
The Scarecrows’ Wedding © 2014 Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, published by Alison Geen Books, an imprint of Scholastic Children’s Books
Wed 17 – Sun 21 May
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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.
My Brilliant Friend
JUNKYARD Wed 19 – Sun 30 Apr
By Elena Ferrante
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
Don't forget, the Rose does a wide variety of drama throughout the year.
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ROSE YOUTH THEATRE (5–19)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
BOOKING INFO
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
THANK YOU
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Our warmest thanks to Rose Theatre stakeholders, sponsors and donors for their generous support.
Stakeholders
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Donors
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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