July - December 2016
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let us entertain you! We are pleased to bring you our second main brochure of the year - hasn’t the year gone quickly? The rest of the year sees a variety of entertainment coming to the Great Yarmouth stage that includes musical revues, cabaret, old time classics, various music tribute acts and some excellent cinema screenings of favourite films and screenings from London’s West End. We then look forward to the end of 2016, where our focus turns to the biggest event in our calendar - Pantomime. This year, Robin Hood will be brought to the stage by the producers behind last year’s successful production of Cinderella and tickets have already been selling fast, so make sure you book soon to get some of the best seats in the house. We are pleased to announce that our comedy nights are now included in our FRIEND4FREE offer, where friends of the theatre can buy a ticket and get one free (or buy two and get two free). It only costs £30 to become a friend for a year. With your membership, you get £1 off all tickets (4 max per show), 15% off food and drink in our theatre bar, plus a brochure delivered to your door as soon as it’s printed.
Gavin Dean Theatre Manager St. George’s Theatre Operated by St. George’s Theatre Trust, a charitable organisation Registered Charity No. 1081752. Programme Designed & Printed by Blackwell Print - www.blackwellprint.co.uk 01493 334600
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don’t miss our musical theatre
summer school Join us this summer and learn from industry experts 8th -12th August - Summer Musical Theatre School 15th -19th August - Summer Musical Theatre School Only £95 per week or £180 for both weeks. Mon-Fri (10am - 3pm). To book a place, call 01493 331484 or online at www.stgeorgestheatre.com
FREE
plaza fun
Every Sunday in August from 5pm-10pm
In celebration of the Queens 90th birthday, join us for a packed early evening of fun on our plaza, featuring live music, fire breathing, stilt walkers and loads more. The café will be open throughout.
WHATS ON
july/august
Open Mon - Sat 10.30am - 3pm ONE DAY MORE - BROADWAY HITS
Monday 18th July, 8pm (then every Monday throughout the summer) Back with a brand new show, 8 singers and 6 dancers present medleys from shows such as Chicago, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Oklahoma to name only a few. A night of some of the greatest show tunes of all time.
Tickets £12.50, Concessions £11.50 (15% OFF groups of 6 or more)
FREE CABARET NIGHT
Friday 22nd July, 8pm Eastern Edge Cabaret FREE night in our Theatre Bar. Hosted by Jules Maxine, come and see some of the freshest talent from East Anglia and beyond. Including singers, bands, musicians, comedians, poets and more. No tickets required, just turn up! Tickets FREE
THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 12+
Saturday 23rd July, 2.30pm Meet Spidey before the film, then watch this great re-make starring Andrew Garfield and Emma Stone. This 2012 version is regarded as one of the best remakes of all time’. Peter Parker must stop Dr. Curt Connors as a mutated lizard, from spreading mutation serum to the city’s human population. Tickets £6 (plus a FREE bag of popcorn)
ONE DAY MORE - BROADWAY HITS
Monday 25th July, 8pm (then every Monday throughout the summer) Back with a brand new show, 8 singers and 6 dancers present medleys from shows such as Chicago, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Oklahoma to name only a few. A night of some of the greatest show tunes of all time.
Tickets £12.50, Concessions £11.50 (15% OFF groups of 6 or more)
THE HITS OF THE RAT PACK & JUDY GARLAND
Tuesday 26th July, 8pm Professional singers Paul and Stephen Amer will be joined by a live band and singer Ellie Darnell, along with their backing dancers, as they perform hit after hit of swing classics made famous by the Rat Pack’s residency at the famous Las Vegas Sands Casino.
Tickets £16, Concessions £15 (£5 OFF for groups of 10 or more)
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THE WIZARD OF OZ
Thursday 28th & Friday 29th July, 7.30pm Adult special needs group - FABBA, present its adaptation of the classic tale of the Wizard of Oz. Can Dorothy and her friends find their way to the Emerald City?
Tickets £8, Concessions £7
MARY POPPINS FILM - WITH MEET & GREET
Saturday 30th July, 2.30pm Come and meet Mary before the show, and then watch this classic film. With sing-a-long lyrics on the screen, so you can join in with all the great hits.
Tickets £6 (plus a FREE bag of popcorn)
DOWN MEMORY LANE - WITH THE MAX BEDFORD BAND
Wednesday 3rd August, 3.30pm Join us again this summer for an afternoon of fun with the Max Bedford Band, his comic host, guest dancers from the Fay Bedford School of Dance and, of course, beautiful singing. After amazing reviews in 2015, the team is back again for a nostalgic afternoon at the beautiful St George’s Theatre. Tickets £11, Concessions £10 (10% OFF groups of 6 or more)
ALICE IN WONDERLAND FILM - WITH MEET & GREET
Saturday 6th August, 11am Alice is sitting outdoors with her sister when she spies a White Rabbit with a pocket watch. Fascinated by the sight, she follows him down the rabbit hole. She falls for a long time, and finds herself in a long hallway full of doors.
Tickets £6 (plus a FREE bag of popcorn)
A CELEBRATION OF NEIL DIAMOND
Saturday 6th August, 7.30pm The legacy of hits such as SWEET CAROLINE, LOVE ON THE ROCKS, and FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS evoke memories in all of us, back to a time when the singer/songwriter regularly ruled the UK and US charts.
Tickets £20, Concessions £17
FREE PLAZA FUN
Sunday 7th August (and every Sunday in August), 5pm-10pm In celebration of the Queen’s 90th birthday, join us for a packed early evening of fun on our plaza, featuring live music, fire breathing, stilt walkers and lots more! The café will be open throughout. Tickets FREE
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WHATS ON
august
ONE DAY MORE - BROADWAY HITS
Monday 8th August, 8pm (then every Monday throughout the summer) Back with a brand new show, 8 singers and 6 dancers present medleys from shows such as Chicago, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Oklahoma to name only a few. A night of some of the greatest show tunes of all time.
Tickets £12.50, Concessions £11.50 (15% OFF groups of 6 or more)
THE HITS OF THE RAT PACK & JUDY GARLAND
Tuesday 9th August, 8pm Professional singers Paul and Stephen Amer will be joined by a live band and singer Ellie Darnell, along with their backing dancers, as they perform hit after hit of swing classics made famous by the Rat Pack’s residency at the famous Las Vegas Sands Casino.
Tickets £16, Concessions £15 (£5 OFF for groups of 10 or more)
KING OF POP - THE LEGEND CONTINUES
Friday 12th August, 7.30pm After selling out in 2014 and 2015, Navi returns to Great Yarmouth with ‘King of Pop’. There are several tribute shows to Michael Jackson currently performing around the world, but only ONE production will have you believing that just for a moment... ‘The Legend Continues’. Tickets £19.50
MONSTER’S INC MOVIE - WITH MEET & GREET
Saturday 13th August, 2.30pm In order to power the city, monsters have to scare children so that they scream. However, the children are toxic to the monsters, and after a child gets through, two monsters realise things may not be as they seem.
Tickets £6 (plus a FREE bag of popcorn)
FREE PLAZA FUN
Sunday 14th August (and every Sunday in August), 5pm-10pm In celebration of the Queen’s 90th birthday, join us for a packed early evening of fun on our plaza, featuring live music, fire breathing, stilt walkers and lots more! The café will be open throughout. Tickets FREE
ONE DAY MORE - BROADWAY HITS
Monday 15th August, 8pm (then every Monday throughout the summer) Back with a brand new show, 8 singers and 6 dancers present medleys from shows such as Chicago, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Oklahoma to name only a few. A night of some of the greatest show tunes of all time.
Tickets £12.50, Concessions £11.50 (15% OFF groups of 6 or more)
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DOWN MEMORY LANE - WITH THE MAX BEDFORD BAND
Wednesday 17th August, 3.30pm Join us again this summer for an afternoon of fun with the Max Bedford Band, his comic host, guest dancers from the Fay Bedford School of Dance and, of course, beautiful singing. After amazing reviews in 2015, the team is back again for a nostalgic afternoon at the beautiful St George’s Theatre. Tickets £11, Concessions £10 (10% OFF groups of 6 or more)
TINKER BELL & THE PIRATE FAIRY - WITH MEET & GREET
Friday 19th August, 4.00pm When Zarina steals Pixie Hollow’s Blue Pixie Dust and flies away, Tinker Bell and her friends set out on a journey to get them back.
Tickets £6 (plus a FREE bag of popcorn)
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
Saturday 20th August, 7.30pm Featuring all the hits including ‘Mrs Robinson’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, ‘Homeward Bound’, ‘Scarborough Fair’, ‘The Boxer’, ‘The Sound Of Silence’ and many more, this is a show not to be missed! Tickets £19
FREE PLAZA FUN
Sunday 21st August (and every Sunday in August), 5pm-10pm In celebration of the Queen’s 90th birthday, join us for a packed early evening of fun on our plaza, featuring live music, fire breathing, stilt walkers and lots more! The café will be open throughout. Tickets FREE
ONE DAY MORE - BROADWAY HITS
Monday 22nd August, 8pm (then every Monday throughout the summer) Back with a brand new show, 8 singers and 6 dancers present medleys from shows such as Chicago, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Oklahoma to name only a few. A night of some of the greatest show tunes of all time.
Tickets £12.50, Concessions £11.50 (15% OFF groups of 6 or more)
THE HITS OF THE RAT PACK & JUDY GARLAND
Tuesday 23rd August, 8pm Professional singers Paul and Stephen Amer will be joined by a live band and singer Ellie Darnell, along with their backing dancers, as they perform hit after hit of swing classics made famous by the Rat Pack’s residency at the famous Las Vegas Sands Casino.
Tickets £16, Concessions £15 (£5 OFF for groups of 10 or more)
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WHATS ON
august/september
TOY STORY MOVIE - WITH MEET & GREET
Friday 26th August, 2.30pm Imagination runs rampant when toys come to life when there’s no-one about. Two toys, Woody and Buzz despise each other like no other. But, when the toys are separated from their home, a truce is formed between them all as they struggle to journey home.
Tickets £6 (plus a FREE bag of popcorn)
...AND THIS IS MY FRIEND MR LAUREL
Saturday 27th August, 7.30pm Jeffrey Holland (Hi-de-Hi!, You Rang M’Lord?) stars in this one-man show about friendship, memories and the remarkable lives of Laurel and Hardy.
Tickets £14, Concessions £12
THE BOOTLEG 60’S SHOW
Sunday 28th August, 7.30pm Pop music’s greatest decade is brought back to life with the classic fashion, newsreel and iconic video footage of the period - not to mention the music including The Beach Boys, The Monkees, The Byrds, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Who.
Tickets £18
FREE PLAZA FUN
Sunday 28th August (and every Sunday in August), 5pm-10pm In celebration of the Queen’s 90th birthday, join us for a packed early evening of fun on our plaza, featuring live music, fire breathing, stilt walkers and lots more! The café will be open throughout. Tickets FREE
ONE DAY MORE - BROADWAY HITS
Monday 29th August, 8pm (then every Monday throughout the Summer) Back with a brand new show, 8 singers and 6 dancers present medleys from shows such as Chicago, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Oklahoma to name only a few. A night of some of the greatest show tunes of all time.
Tickets £12.50, Concessions £11.50 (15% OFF groups of 6 or more)
DOWN MEMORY LANE - WITH THE MAX BEDFORD BAND
Wednesday 31st August, 3.30pm Join us again this summer for an afternoon of fun with the Max Bedford Band, his comic host, guest dancers from the Fay Bedford School of Dance and, of course, beautiful singing. After amazing reviews in 2015, the team are back again for a nostalgic afternoon at the beautiful St George’s Theatre. Tickets £11, Concessions £10 (10% OFF groups of 6 or more)
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TANGLED MOVIE - WITH MEET & GREET
Saturday 3rd September, 2.30pm The magically long-haired Rapunzel has spent her entire life in a tower, but now that a runaway thief has stumbled upon her, she is about to discover the world for the first time, and who she really is.
Tickets £6 (plus a FREE bag of popcorn)
ONE DAY MORE - BROADWAY HITS
Monday 5th September, 8pm (then every Monday throughout the summer) Back with a brand new show, 8 singers and 6 dancers present medleys from shows such as Chicago, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Oklahoma to name only a few. A night of some of the greatest show tunes of all time.
Tickets £12.50, Concessions £11.50 (15% OFF groups of 6 or more)
THE HITS OF THE RAT PACK & JUDY GARLAND
Tuesday 6th September, 8pm Professional singers Paul and Stephen Amer will be joined by a live band and singer Ellie Darnell, along with their backing dancers, as they perform hit after hit of swing classics made famous by the Rat Pack’s residency at the famous Las Vegas Sands Casino.
Tickets £16, Concessions £15 (£5 OFF for groups of 10 or more)
ALIEN FILM 18+
Wednesday 7th September, 7.30pm Watch the classic 1979 film directed by Ridley Scott, starring Tom Skerritt and Sigourney Weaver on our giant cinema screen, and enjoy free popcorn throughout the film.
Tickets £6 (plus FREE unlimited of popcorn)
STAND UP COMEDY
Friday 9th September, 8pm WCB’s September comedy show is headlined by Canadian funny woman Tanya Lee Davis. Tanya Lee describes herself as ‘The Ferrari of comedy – low to the ground and kind of racy!’ She’s starred on TV’s Live At The Apollo, The John Bishop Show. 18+ Supported by
Tickets £12 or 5 Tickets for the Price of 4
ONE DAY MORE - BROADWAY HITS
Monday 12th September, 8pm (LAST CHANCE) Back with a brand new show, 8 singers and 6 dancers present medleys from shows such as Chicago, Les Misérables, Jesus Christ Superstar and Oklahoma to name only a few. A night of some of the greatest show tunes of all time.
Tickets £12.50, Concessions £11.50 (15% OFF groups of 6 or more)
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WHATS ON
september/october
THE HITS OF THE RAT PACK & JUDY GARLAND
Tuesday 20th September, 8pm (LAST CHANCE) Professional singers Paul and Stephen Amer will be joined by a live band and singer Ellie Darnell, along with their backing dancers, as they perform hit after hit of swing classics made famous by the Rat Pack’s residency at the famous Las Vegas Sands Casino.
Tickets £16, Concessions £15 (£5 OFF for groups of 10 or more)
POP-UP BOWIE
Friday 23rd September, 7.30pm Paul Anthony was voted the UK’s number 1 David Bowie Tribute act in 2013. A full evening with Paul and his live band performing all the greatest hits of this amazing musician. The night features all of Bowies ‘greatest characters’.
Tickets £19.50, Concessions £17.50
ONE WAY OR ANOTHER - BLONDIE TRIBUTE
Saturday 24th September, 7.30pm One Way or Another - recently nominated for Tribute of the Year in 2016, features the vocals of Lorraine Hickleton as Debbie Harry. The show creates a tribute to this iconic and influential band, bringing you all the hits from 1974 to 2014.
Tickets £15, Concessions £14
CYMBELINE - SCREENED LIVE FROM THE RSC
Wednesday 28th August, 7pm Cymbeline is ruler of a divided Britain. When Imogen, the only living heir, marries her sweetheart in secret, an enraged Cymbeline banishes him. But a powerful figure behind the throne is plotting to seize power and murder them both.
Tickets £15, Concessions £10
THE JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW
Friday 30th September, 7.30pm The only show to be endorsed by the CASH family! We welcome back the Johnny Cash Roadshow, featuring respected singer/songwriter Clive John. Now an even bigger show, introducing the ‘Carter Sisters’ and brass section the ‘JC Horns’ accompanied by emotive screen visuals. Tickets £19.50
WINTER BALL
Saturday 1st October, 7.30pm Join us for an evening of fun and fundraising on October 1st here at St George’s Theatre. With live music and fun casino tables (win great prizes), this fantastic night will help support a great cause. Ticket price includes a welcome drink and a finger buffet. Raising funds for the Anchorage Trust and St. George’s Theatre Tickets £15
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FABBA INVESTIGATIONS: A MOST MYSTERIOUS MURDER
Thursday 6th & Friday 7th October, 7.30pm In a remote manner house, a murder has been committed. Or has it? The residents and guests all seem fairly reluctant to admit anything of the sort. Nevertheless, there is a body and that usually entails something bad happened. Right? A world famous detective is called for to unravel the subterfuge and solve the mystery. Sherlock was busy so Fabba Investigations will have to do! Tickets £8, Concessions £7
ROUND THE HORNE 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
Sunday 9th October, 7.30pm This production is the only theatrical production of Round the Horne currently endorsed by the estates of the show’s original creators and writers, Barry Took and Marty Feldman. A brand new production which lovingly recreates the atmosphere of the original recordings at the BBC’s Paris Studio in London. Tickets £17, Concessions £16
KING LEAR - SCREENED LIVE FROM THE RSC
Wednesday 12th October, 7pm King Lear has ruled for many years. As age begins to overtake him, he decides to divide his kingdom amongst his three daughters and live out his days without the burden of power. Misjudging his children’s loyalty and finding himself alone in the wilderness, he is left to confront the mistakes of a life that has brought him to this point. Tickets £15, Concessions £10
STAND UP AT ST. GEORGE’S
Friday 14th October, 8.30pm With past names such as Kathryn Ryan and Sara Pascoe, Stand Up at St George’s (in conjunction with WCB) is the best monthly comedy night on the East coast. Come and see some of the UK’s best stand up comics on tour. The headline act this month is Paul McCaffrey. 18+ Supported by
Tickets £12 or 5 Tickets for the Price of 4
THE TINA TURNER EXPERIENCE
Saturday 15th October, 7.30pm Starring one of the world’s best Tina Turner impersonators, Julie Nevada, with her nine piece band The Vintage Corporation and her dance troupe The Ultimate Dance Co. Energetic stage performances, stunning costumes, powerful vocals, electrifying dance routines and superb musicianship will make this ‘Simply the Best’ night out of the year. Tickets £18, Concessions £16
THE ROCKABELLAS - SIRENS OF SWING
Sunday 16th October, 7.30pm Today’s answer to The Andrews Sisters, The Rockabellas combine stunning close harmonies with big band arrangements, cute choreography and top to toe pin up couture. In this special concert, Britain’s favourite vintage girl group will be serving up a perfectly nostalgic mix of both old and new songs to get you well and truly ‘In The Mood’! by Paul Burton productions. Tickets £16, Concessions £15
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St. George’s Theatre presents an all fun professional fam
GAVIN DEAN as WILL SCARLETT
JIMMY CATCHPOLE as FRIAR TUCK
CLAIRE WELHAM
Publicity Photos by Strictly Photography
as ROBIN HOOD
Join Robin and his band of Merry Men on their adventure for the very best family entertainment this Christmas! Sponsored by Featuring Dance Students from
DAVE HIGGINS
as SHERIFF OF NOTTINGHAM
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mily pantomime produced in-house by the panto team
The team behind last year’s pantomime Cinderella returns to the stage with a new, family fun, filled story of Robin Hood. Packed full of slapstick, song and laughter St. George’s Theatre is the place to be for pantomime this Christmas!
“The all singing and all dancing show is great value and great fun”
REVIEW OF JACK & THE BEANSTALK 2013 - EASTERN DAILY PRESS
EMMA HOLT as MAID MARION
PERFORMANCES
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TICKET PRICES
G NOBLE
as NURSE NELLIE
Adult Concession Children Family Ticket
(2 Adults & 2 Children)
£12.00 £11.00 £9.00 £39.00
Groups of 15 or more receive £1 OFF per ticket
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WHATS ON
october/november
THE MARIE LLOYD STORY
Friday 21st October, 7.30pm That pulchritudinous personifi cation of the Golden Age of Music Hall, Miss Marie Lloyd invites you to an evening of entertainment excellence – singing, dancing, drama and gorgeous costumes!
Tickets £11, Concessions £10
JERSEY BOYS
Saturday 22nd October, 7.30pm The story of four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey who came together to form the iconic 1960’s rock group The Four Seasons.
Tickets £6 (plus a FREE unlimited popcorn)
This Halloween at St. George’s Theatre
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A LIVE MULTI ROOM HORROR ESCAPE GAME Tickets for Vaccinations opening soon! Keep up to date and visit www.dawnofthez.co.uk
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VICTORIAN MAGIC SHOW
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Friday 4th November, 7.30pm A unique and original show recreating the atmosphere and excitement of entertainment in the 19th century. A Night of Mystery is a light-hearted re-creation of the unexplained phenomena and marvels of yesteryear that still amaze and amuse audiences today.
Tickets £10, Concessions £8
V FOR VENDETTA 15+
Saturday 5th November, 7.30pm “Remember, remember the fifth of November, the Gunpowder Treason and Plot. I know of no reason why the Gunpowder Treason should ever be forgot.” In a future British tyranny, a shadowy freedom fighter, known only by the alias of “V”, plots to overthrow it with the help of a young woman. Tickets £6 (plus FREE unlimited popcorn)
ANASTASIA - BALLET SCREENING
Sunday 6th November, 2.30pm Anastasia is a ballet about one of the great historical mysteries of the 20th century, only recently solved. Originally choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan (who spent much of his childhood in Great Yarmouth and still has a memorial stone on the side of St George’s Theatre today). Tickets £15, Concessions £12.50, Children £8
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THE BLUES BROTHERS EXPERIENCE
Friday 11th November, 7.30pm Attention theatre-goers… Local law enforcement are on the look out for two men dressed in black suits, hats, ties and sunglasses… Yes folks, they’re here and they’re on a mission, the incredible Blues Brothers Experience – Europe’s No.1 tribute to the legendary Jake and Elwood Blues - not to be missed! Tickets £18
FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE
Saturday 12th November, 2pm & 4.30pm After selling out for the last 3 years, for the first time there will be two chances to take part in the Festival of Remembrance. The event, to be compered by former BBC Radio Norfolk journalist, Tony Mallion, will feature music from the Norfolk Fellowship Brass of the Salvation Army and special guests. Tickets £10
SONGS OF REMEMBRANCE
Sunday 13th November, 2.30pm “Songs of Remembrance” pays tribute to music, sketches and poems that helped win the war. Our cast of singers, actors and dancers will pay a nostalgic tribute to singers and comedians that helped win the war, including Vera Lynn, Flanagan and Allen, The Glenn Miller Big Band and The Andrews Sisters among others, as well as a special sing-a-long section. Tickets £12, Concessions £10
MIDNIGHT TANGO
Friday 18th November, 7.30pm Vincent and Flavia’s Midnight Tango takes you on a journey into the heart of the intoxicating city of Buenos Aires. As danger and excitement, joy and jealousy, pain and passion combine, this is a spectacular and explosive evening not to be missed! Filmed live on their 2011 sell out UK tour! Tickets £6 (plus FREE unlimited popcorn)
STEEMY DAN
Saturday 19th November, 7.30pm Steemy Dan return to St George’s Theatre this November and will once again perform the beautifully crafted tunes of Becker & Fagen live on stage. Classics such as Do It Again - Rikki Don’t Lose That Number - Haitian Divorce - F.M. etc. will have you rocking in the aisles. Tickets £12, Concessions £10
ST. GEORGE’S CHARITY SHOW
Sunday 20th November, 7pm Join us for our bi-annual charity show featuring some of the hottest local entertainment Great Yarmouth has to offer. All performers are giving their time free of charge to help raise funds to keep St George’s Theatre alive and well.
Tickets £10
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november/december
GREAT YARMOUTH WINTER BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL 2016 Thursday 24th - Sunday 27th November
Following the success of the annual GYB&C Festival in May, this popular event returns to St George’s Theatre for our winter offering. With over 50 real ales, craft beers, ciders and perrys from brewers and cider makers large and small, near and far. Come along for some live music, entertainment and food served next door in the theatre bar. 18+ only. ID may be required. Session Times & Prices: Thurs 24th Nov 5pm-11pm, Fri 25th Nov 11am-3pm £3, Fri 25th Nov 5pm11pm £5, Sat 26th Nov 11am-3pm £3, Sat 26th Nov 5pm-11pm £5, Sun 27th Nov 12pm-4pm £2.
FAST & FURIOUS 7 12+
Wednesday 30th November, 7.30pm On the anniversary of the tragic death of Paul Walker, come and watch one of the best movies in the FATF franchise. The film includes a touching memorial to Paul at the end.
Tickets £6 (plus FREE unlimited popcorn)
BELLA BESERK LEADING LADIES CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Friday 2nd December, 7.30pm The most glamorous girls in town...are boys! After a successful sell-out tour earlier this year plus a sell-out Christmas tour in 2015, The Leading Ladies are back with a new show to amaze and delight. An evening of outrageous capers, laughter and fast moving entertainment. Tickets £15
HOME ALONE - 1990 SCREENING
Saturday 3rd December, 2.30pm Starring Macaulay Culkin. An 8-year old troublemaker must protect his home from a pair of burglars when he is accidentally left home alone by his family during the Christmas vacation.
Tickets £6 (plus FREE unlimited popcorn)
THE CHRISTMAS HITS OF THE RAT PACK & JUDY GARLAND
Sunday 4th December, 3pm Join professional singers Paul and Stephen Amer as Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, plus Ellie Darnell as Judy Garland, for a festive afternoon of Rat Pack Christmas hits, along with a live band and glitzy backing dancers. This is a night not to be missed this Christmas.
Tickets £16, Concessions £15 (£5 OFF for groups of 10 or more)
CHORUS OF ST CELIA - CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Tuesday 6th & Wednesday 7th December, 7.30pm Musical Director, Matthew Hardy. A festive treat of well known and popular carols and Christmas music for choir and soloists! Our 4th year at St George’s with previous concerts gaining great feedback and praise.
Tickets £10, Concessions £9
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THE NUTCRACKER - LIVE SCREENING
Thursday 8th December, 7pm Experience the magic of Tchaikovsky’s famous score as the enchanting world of The Nutcracker is brought to life at the Royal Opera House. Expect breath-taking sets inspired by 19th-century Christmas images, sparkling stage effects with a Christmas tree that grows before your eyes, and famous melodies in Peter Wright’s spectacular production performed by The Royal Ballet. Tickets £15, Concessions £12.50, Children £8
STAND UP AT ST. GEORGE’S CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Friday 9th December, 8.30pm Join us for a festive themed stand up comedy night with some of the best stand up comics on the circuit. We also have a group discount of 5 for the price of 4, so why not make this one of your Christmas night’s out? 18+ only.
Tickets £12 or 5 Tickets for 4
ROBIN HOOD - FAMILY PANTOMIME
17th December 2016 - 8th January 2017 Following the success of 2013’s Jack & the Beanstalk, 2014’s Aladdin and 2015’s Cinderella. St. George’s theatre proudly presents another professional pantomime, the wonderful story of ROBIN HOOD! Join Gt. Yarmouth’s favourite panto team as they return in this all fun family panto, full of laughs and mayhem! See centre page for further information. Tickets £12, Concessions £11, Children £9, Family Ticket £39 (2 Adults, 2 Children)
St. George’s Theatre & its Café Bar are available for almost any event...
• Conferences • Private Parties • Exhibitions
• Film Screenings • Fashion Shows • Outdoor Events
• Weddings • and Lot’s More!
The theatre can be set out in a multitude of ways making it flexible and suitable for your event. To enquire about your next event or for any enquiries about using our venue and facilities please contact: Paul Irving on 01493 331484 or email paul@stgeorgestheatre.com
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booking information
BOOKING INFORMATION - Box Office Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 10.30am-3pm & 1 hour before performance. Bank Holidays: only if there is a performance - How to Book In Person The box office is situated in the Theatre Bar building next to the main theatre on King Street. By Post Please send full details of the booking (show/date/ time/number of tickets/If any concessions apply), accompanied with a cheque made payable to St. George’s Theatre Trust. Do not send cash. Please add £1 extra to the total cost of tickets and we will post your tickets to your address. Booking Fee From 1st August 2016, there will be a £1 booking fee per transaction. Reservations Tickets cannot be held without payment.
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Refunds and Exchanges Exchanges can only be made for another day of the same performance (when the performance runs for more than 1 day), for the same value, and are subject to a £1 exchange fee. We are unable to process refunds under any circumstances (unless the show has been cancelled or postponed). Concessions Concessions for some shows are available for children (under 16), senior citizens, registered disabled and students in full time education with student cards. Wheelchair users are eligible for 1 carer seat if required. This will be charged at the lowest standard seat price for that show. Please present proof of eligibility when booking. Family and Group tickets Family Tickets must include 2 adult and 2 child tickets. The box office will automatically offer you the best deal when booking as long as the correct type of ticket is requested. Some shows have group booking discounts which are detailed in the brochure. Lost Tickets Tickets can be reprinted. Please contact us in advance of your visit or allow extra time to visit the box office upon your arrival.
box office 01493 331484 // online www.stgeorgestheatre.com
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How long is the performance? Performance times are set by the visiting company or at the first performance of an in house production. Finish times will be displayed at the theatre. Alternatively please contact box office on the day of performance. Gift Vouchers Available from the box office and are redeemable against any show at St. George’s. Access The south entrance to the theatre has a ramp access to the main doors with flat floor access which leads to wheelchair accessible toilet facilities and the auditorium. Please inform the box office at the time of booking if anyone in your party will be attending the theatre in a wheelchair or will be accompanied by a guide dog. A sound enhancement hearing loop system for the hard-of hearing has been installed. Please reserve sets at the time of booking. To enhance your safety and comfort we require patrons in wheelchairs to book a designated wheelchair space. Dedicated seats able to accommodate both wheelchair users and a
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companion are integrated within the main body of the seating. Data Protection Act Under the Data Protection Act (1998) St. George’s Theatre cannot retain your name, address or any other information about you without your explicit consent. When you book tickets please be prepared to respond positively to the following statement in order for us to keep in touch with you: St. George’s Theatre, Great Yarmouth, may retain personal data about me for the purpose of sending me information about arts opportunities and for its internal audience research and monitoring procedures. You will not receive information from non-arts organisations.
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Car Parking Closest car parks are at King Street and Howard Street. Both car parks are indicated on the map on the right. Bus Regular buses to Great Yarmouth from surrounding areas. Main bus station is at Market Gates, five minutes walk from St. George’s. Train Great Yarmouth Train station is located at Acle New Road (near Asda). From there, make your way to the town centre and Market Place and walk down King Street to St. George’s. St. George’s Theatre is operated by St. George’s Trust, a charitable organisation. Registered Charity No. 1081752. The trust is grateful to the organisations for supporting the refurbishment of the theatre.
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