Swansea Grand Theatre Spring 2012

Swansea Grand Theatre Theatr y Grand Abertawe

Winter - Spring Gaeaf - Gwanwyn

2012 Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau

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Moscow Ballet - La Classique presents

Support

At the

Grand

Fri 16th Dec - Sun 15th Jan Full schedule available at: www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Swansea Grand Theatre is owned, funded and managed by the City and County of Swansea. Financial support is also provided by the Arts Council of Wales.

Cabinet Member for Culture, Recreation and Tourism: Graham Thomas, Director of Regeneration and Housing: Phil Roberts, Head of Culture and Tourism: Iwan Davies.

Theatre contacts: Tel: 01792 475242 Email: gerald.morris@swansea.gov.uk Email: paul.hopkins2@swansea.gov.uk Swansea Grand Theatre gratefully acknowledges the support it receives from the following organisations.

If your company is interested in supporting the theatre please contact one of the above.

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Footlights Café Bar & Restaurant Pre-show suppers, lunches and drinks are all on offer on show days. The perfect place to relax and meet friends. Full bar service is available pre-show, interval and post performance (30 minutes following ‘curtain down’).

Areas can be reserved for groups large or small to make your evening that little bit more special. Should you desire, a delectable buffet and/or beverage table can be ordered and tailored to your group’s requirements.

For reservations, please call Footlights on 01792 478593.

Swansea Grand Theatre and its Arts Wing are available for weddings, functions and conferences.

Please contact Carol Rowden on 01792 478586 or e-mail carol.rowden@swansea.gov.uk

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Starring Jimmy Osmond, Kevin Johns, Zöe George and Liam Doyle as Aladdin.

The cast will share the stage with a very special and unusual co-star as the Genie of the Lamp comes to life in amazing 3D! Wearing 3D glasses at certain points throughout the show the audience can rub the magic lamp as it appears in front of their noses, summon the Genie and join Aladdin on a superb magic carpet ride!

£8.50 - £21.50 Selected concessions available on selected performances*

Special Charity performance in aid of: Swansea Valley Miners Appeal Fund – Sun 8th Jan, 6pm Signed performances – Wed 11th Jan 7.00pm, Thurs 12th Jan 2.00pm Audio Performance Sat 7th Jan, 2.00pm

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Wed 18th Jan

Moscow Moscow Ballet Ballet - La Classique presents - La Classique presents

18+

7.30pm

Sat 21st Jan 7.30pm

Thurs 19th Jan

16+

7.30pm

Fri 20th Jan 7.30pm

SOUNDS OF THE GLENN MILLER ERA KILLER QUEEN JETHRO BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Cornwall’s ambassador of comedy, Jethro, will once again be taking you on a fun and wild journey in a way that only he can!

Be sure to hold onto your seats whilst you are entertained by one of the funniest story tellers to date.

£16.50 & £18.50

CIRCUS OF HORRORS THE VENTRILOQUIST The new sensation will take you on a whirlwind journey through 1921 Berlin.

One particular venue was struggling to make ends meet. New blood was needed and it was found when Dr Haze rolled into town with his Vampire Vaudeville show, featuring hair hanging beauties, twisted contortionists, voodoo warriors, pickled people, sword swallowers and its latest and greatest new found star, The Ventriloquist.

Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993.

Thrilling sell-out audiences across the globe from the UK to Moscow, Killer Queen recreates the high energy, powerful phenomenon that was Queen live.

£15.50 & £17.50 Selected concessions available*

“This guy is not to be missed” Editor of www.BrianMay.com - Official Brian May Website

The lights soften, the mood settles. An audience waits for that first moment of sound.

The Big Band is poised, relaxed, but with eyes anxious for the lead. Then, as if giving body to an echo, the murmured notes of Moonlight Serenade …and the night, it seems, is suddenly full and timeless.

Recapture the sounds of a bygone era as the Nick Ross Orchestra presents an unmissable evening of music and song.

THE CLASSIC BIG BAND SOUND OF THE 1940S.

£16.00 & £17.00

£13.00 - £25.00 Selected concessions available*

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Tues 24th Jan 7.30pm

THIS IS GROUNDSWELL Consistently producing award winning dancers and choreography, whilst also staging the best reviewed dance school shows in a decade.

Groundswell is a force of progression that has lived up to and surpassed its original aspirations!

This is Groundswell will be yet another enormously exhilirating theatrical experience in which all Groundswell dancers will be taking to the stage for another jawdropping evening of exciting dance and entertainment in true Groundswell fashion!

£8.50 - £10.50 Selected concessions available*

Wed 25th Jan

Thurs 26th Jan

7.30pm

7.30pm

Fri 27th Jan 7.30pm

THE JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW THE UK’S NO1 CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE AND WORKS OF AN AMERICAN LEGEND Respected singer/songwriter Clive John re-creates the Man in Black’s timeless sound. Featuring Jill Schoonjans as June Carter, all aspects of Cash’s life are covered with impeccable taste and unerring accuracy.

UNFORGETTABLE Backed by world class musicians, Unforgettable is a tasteful, authentic tribute to the musical icons of the 1950s and 60s, such as Elvis Presley, Nat King Cole, Buddy Holly, The Everly Brothers, Aretha Franklin, Dionne Warwick, The Beach Boys, The Carpenters and The Beatles.

The show takes the audience from the 1950s right up to 2002 and all the stops inbetween. All the greatest hits are included, such as Ring of Fire, and Walk the Line, as well as the Johnny and June duets Jackson and If I Were a Carpenter.

The fast moving, high impact show is packed with hits including, Bye Bye Love, Say A Little Prayer, Under the Moon of Love, Move Over Darling and many, many more.

£15.00 & £17.00

Selected concessions available*

£18.00

BEYOND THE BARRICADE Back by overwhelming public demand, the most successful and popular touring show of its kind, Beyond the Barricade, returns with a brand new 2012 production.

Recreating original West End and Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, Beyond the Barricade features a cast of past principal performers from the West End production of Les Miserables and the 25th Anniversary Concert at the 02 Arena.

DON’T MISS THE MUSICALS EVENT OF THE YEAR!!

£13.00 - £20.50

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Bound and Gagged presents

Sat 28th Jan

Theatremaster Ltd presents

16+

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Tues 31st Jan 7.30pm

OMID DJALILI TOUR OF DUTY Multi Award winning stand -up, TV and movie star, Omid Djalili returns with his brand new comedy show.

A firm favourite at the Edinburgh Festival with his legendary performances, Omid’s stand-up awards include, Time Out Award for Best Stand Up, the EMMA Award and he was also a South Bank and Perrier Award nominee.

£19.00 “Right now, the Iranian Djalili is probably one of the most subversive, let alone funniest, comedians around” The Guardian

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Thurs 2nd Feb 7.30pm

8.00pm

OVER THE RAINBOW THE EVA CASSIDY STORY Over the Rainbow is a compelling award-winning musical, which tells the life story of this legendary artist, following Eva’s life through dramatic scenes and stunning live renditions of her music.

Sarah Jane Buckley (Hollyoaks) stars as Eva Cassidy, Maureen Nolan (Blood Brothers & The Nolans) takes on the role of Barbara Cassidy, Eva’s mother, and Brian Fortuna (Strictly Come Dancing) makes his acting debut as Danny Cassidy, Eva’s brother.

£10.00 - £16.50

Wed 1st Feb 8.00pm

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE From the raw innocence of the innovative, soulsearching blues of the 60s’ Peter Green era, we travel through the band’s reincarnation to record one of the decade-defining albums of the 70s, Rumours. Later, the band changes again into one of 80s rock’s most staggeringly successful supergroups – this is a musical journey of quite epic proportions.

THE GUNS ‘N’ ROSES EXPERIENCE The Guns ‘N’ Roses Experience perfectly captures all the energy of the legendary live Guns N’ Roses performances, with Axl Rose’s unique vocals perfectly replicated.

Sweet Child o’ Mine, November Rain, Welcome to the Jungle, Live and Let Die, Paradise City and many more great songs, plus an electric performance.

The world’s most authentic Guns ‘N’ Roses experience

£16.50

£18.50 - £22.50 “An extraordinary performance.”

Mike Fleetwood

Selected concessions available*

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The Sir Harry Secombe Trust presents

Save £££s off your Theatre Tickets!

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Fri 3rd Feb 7.30pm

Mon 13th Feb 2.00pm

The Swansea Grand Theatre Club was started in 1971 by a group of avid theatre goers to promote live theatre and Swansea Grand Theatre in particular.

It is still run entirely by club members with the help and co-operation of theatre management and staff.

CURTAIN UP As they celebrate their tenth year, join the youngsters of The Sir Harry Secombe Trust for an evening of musical theatre at its best.

From Once on this Island to Phantom and Half a Sixpence, there's guaranteed to be a performance of some of your favourites.

£7.00 - £11.50 Selected concessions available*

PACK UP YOUR TROUBLES Pack Up Your Troubles combines the very best of Music Hall with the great songs of the wartime 40s for a non-stop stream of singalong favourites, fun and laughter, all under the watchful eye of your Chairman!

So dust off that feather boa and hurry along and enjoy an afternoon of song and merriment.

Entertainment for all the family and a good oldfashioned singalong knees-up!

Starring Carolyn Allen from New Tricks and Only Fools and Horses.

£12.50 Selected concessions available*

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Why YOU should join the Grand Theatre Club...

Ticket concessions on many of the great performances

GRAND THEATRE SCHOOL OF DRAMA

Advance notice of forthcoming performances

Places now available at the Grand Theatre School of Drama for LAMDA Drama and Musial Theatre.

Exclusive Meet the Cast parties - meet the stars!

Social evenings and other in-house events Excursions - Join the Theatre Club on trips to other theatres and places of interest Regular newsletters Membership year runs from 1st April - 31st March Adults £8.00 Under 17’s £4.00 Special Family Membership (2 adults, 2 children) £20.00

Starting soon vocal/singing classes.

For more information or an enrolment pack please contact: Jennifer King - Principal Swansea Grand Theatre Singleton Street Swansea SA1 3QJ Tel: 01792 475242

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Bill Kenwright presents

Mon 6th - Sat 11th Feb Mon-Fri 7.30pm, Thurs Mat 2.00pm, Sat 4.00pm & 8.00pm

‘A G R ROC EAT K EVE ING N ING’ Daily Exp ress

DREAMBOATS AND PETTICOATS Inspired by the smash hit multi-million selling albums Dreamboats and Petticoats One, Two, Three and Four, the West End sell out sensation Dreamboats and Petticoats the musical, featuring some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era.

In 1961 emotions run high as young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition – and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and Rock ‘n’ Roll fame beckons…

Featuring classic tracks from Roy Orbison, The Shadows, Eddie Cochran, Billy Fury, and many more, including Let’s Dance, Shaking All Over, Bobby’s Girl, Runaround Sue, Happy Birthday Sweet 16, Let It Be Me, Great Pretender, C’mon Everybody, Let’s Twist Again and many more hits from music’s golden era!

£11.50 - £28.50 Selected concessions available on selected performances*

“Vastly entertaining” Sunday Express www.swanseagrand.co.uk

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HALF TERM FUN! Mon 13th Feb 8.00pm

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Wed 15th Feb 7.30pm

Tues 14th Feb 2.00pm

Tues 14th Feb

16+

8.00pm

HALFWAY TO PARADISE

THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES 50 YEARS OF HITS LOVE ME DO TOUR Celebrating the Golden Anniversary of their very first hit, join the authoritative Beatles live concert show. Love Me Do launched the career of the Fab Four – the biggestselling recording artists in the world. Their legendary live performances are superbly recreated, taking you from their Mop Top roots to the psychedelia of Sgt Pepper and beyond.

£12.50 - £19.50 www.easytheatres.com

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CIRCUS HILARIOUS THE SUPERSTARS OF SLAPSTICK ARE BACK! Circus Hilarious once again create madness and mayhem with their zany humour and slapstick comedy, together with the country’s craziest musician, Michael Potts and rock band, Clownforce.

They will have you rockin’ in the aisles and rollin’ with laughter.

Add the stunning Circus Hilarious dancers, international artistes and surprises galore and you have a show that the whole family won’t want to miss!

Adult £12.00 Child £9.50 Family (4) £40.00

THE BURLESQUE SHOW A stunning night of sophisticated tease, wonderful comedy, magic and music, featuring the UK’s finest artistes of the genre. Beautiful choreography, hilarious routines, classic comedy and daring magic combine to deliver the most highly regarded production of its kind in the UK. For a truly delicious night of tassels, tease and titillating laughter, join us for our fun-filled evening of Burlesque. Starring TV’s amazing magician Paul Zenon.

THE BILLY FURY STORY The story of a shy young boy from Liverpool who went on to become one of Britain’s best loved rock stars. Now in its 15th year and still furiously rockin’, his own band, Fury’s Tornados, re-play live his timeless 29 hit records including, Last Night Was Made For Love, I Will, Jealousy, Halfway To Paradise and many more.

Add the beautiful voice of Colin Gold and you have a night blessed by heaven!

£18.50 Selected concessions available*

“A precise & accurate time machine - A great 60’s night out! ” The Stage

£19.00 Selected concessions available*

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Thurs 16th Feb 7.30pm 7.00pm

The 9-piece UK Pink Floyd Experience replicates the line up of the full live Pink Floyd touring band of the late 80s and 90s.

With state-of-the-art sound and a spectacular light show, the aim is to perfect the atmosphere of the great Pink Floyd in concert!

Songs from Dark Side of The Moon through to Division Bell are featured, so fans of all ages will find something from their era!

£18.50 Selected concessions available*

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Mon 20th Feb 7.30pm

Fri 17th Feb

UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE

Back by popular demand!

Sat 18th Feb 2.00pm

THE BEST IS YET TO COME ALL PROCEEDS IN AID OF MAGGIE’S CANCER CENTRE, SINGLETON HOSPITAL The South Wales Evening Post invites you to see and hear young entertainers, including singers, dancers, comedians, musicians and pop groups, aged 4-18 years, presenting their talents on the Grand Theatre stage.

Produced, directed and compered ´ by Alex Frith MBE.

£8.00 & £9.00

IT’S MAGIC - HIGH JINX ROADSHOW THE NEW MUST SEE, SELL OUT, WICKED VARIETY SHOW FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES! Magic Circle Young Magician of the Year & Tricky TV`s Michael Jordan, takes you on a thrilling journey of magic and illusion with plenty of interactive panto -style comedy and your favourite music along the way.

Recently featured at Disneyland Paris.

OF MICE AND MEN Set against the harsh backdrop of the Great Depression, Of Mice and Men is the story of George and Lennie, two friends with a simple dream; to own a farm and live off the fat of the land.

As they drift from job to job, trouble’s never far away, and before long it’s time to move on again.

When the pair get work in Soledad, California, however, the dream looks set to become a reality. Then, a tragic turn of events threatens their friendship and leaves George with an impossible choice...

Adult £11.00, Child £8.50 Family (4) £30.00

£10.00 - £14.50

Selected concessions available*

Schools price available*

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Bruce James Productions Ltd presents Moscow Ballet - La Classique presents

Tues 21st Feb 7.30pm

Tues 28th Feb

16+

Wed 22nd Feb - Sat 25th Feb 7.30pm, Thurs Mat 2.00pm

8.00pm

THE

BLACK

ELOUISE LITTLE BELTER Little Belter is a brand new show created by Kylie Minogue’s long-serving Musical Director, Steve Anderson and Terry Roland, writer/director behind some of the biggest names in pop, including Girls Aloud, Kylie and Sophie Ellis-Bextor.

The show sees up-andcoming, critically acclaimed artist Elouise take on some of the biggest, most difficult show-stopping melodies ever written. The petite northerner, along with her band, backing singers and dancers, takes us on an unforgettable musical journey in this candid, fun and heart-warming show.

SARAH MILLICAN THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLICAN After selling out all 120 dates on her debut tour, Sarah Millican is back on the road with a new show.

Ever wondered how to make a home made treadmill? The practicalities of an orgy? Or what to do when you don't like parties, but do like party food?

Wonder no more.

If your glass is half full, she'll top it up.

£20.00 Returns only available

“Watch her transition to national treasure begin here”

VEIL THE BLACK VEIL

A CHILLING THRILLER BY JOHN GOODRUM Based on a short story by Charles Dickens.

A visitor arrives dressed in deep mourning, her face is covered

by The Black Veil. The woman appears distressed and frightened, but what is her deadly secret? What terrifying and tragic mystery lies behind her shroud? What shocking events await the new doctor as he ventures in the darkest, most miserable parts of London?

Adapted from the famous short story by Charles Dickens, John Goodrum’s The Black Veil is one of the most intense pieces of theatre you are ever likely to see.

£10.00 - £14.50 Selected concessions available on selected performances*

“A Gripping Piece of Theatre” Derbyshire Times

The Sunday Telegraph

£12.00 - £19.00

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Wed 29th Feb

A co-production by Swansea Grand Theatre and Gower College Swansea

7.30pm

Thurs 1st Mar 7.30pm

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Fri 2nd Mar

Mon 5th Mar 7.30pm

7.30pm

COLIN FRY THE PEOPLE’S MEDIUM HIGHER SENSES TOUR

DATHLIAD ˆ YL DDEWI GW

Being one of the world’s most recognised spiritualist mediums and healers, Colin’s TV series 6ixth Sense has been broadcast worldwide for 10 years resulting in international public performances.

Dathliad cerddorol o ddiwylliant cyfoethog ac amrywiol Cymru gydag artist arbennig i’w gyhoeddi.

Bydd y noson gofiadwy hon o adloniant hefyd yn cynnwys myfyrwyr o ysgol gynradd ac ysgol uwchradd leol a Choleg Gw ˆ yr Abertawe.

This year’s tour will once again see Colin Fry bring his own unique form of comfort to ordinary people living ordinary lives, proving once again he is very much the People’s Medium.

£16.50 & £17.50 “If you only ever go to see one Medium, make sure it’s Colin Fry” Torquay Journalist Theatre demonstrations are to be deemed for entertainment purposes.

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ST DAVID’S DAY CELEBRATION A musical celebration of the rich and diverse culture of Wales, with a special star artist to be announced.

This memorable evening of entertainment will also feature students from a local primary and secondary school and Gower College Swansea.

£10.00 & £12.00

THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC

MIKE STERLING

ABBA & BEE GEES TRIBUTE

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera, Swansea's Mike Sterling and stars of the West End present this exciting new show.

The famous live concert show features Solid-gold ABBA hits Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, Waterloo and scores more.

Show stealers Bee Gees Magic perform Staying Alive, Massachusetts, Night Fever, How Deep is Your Love and Gibb brothers’ penned million-sellers Islands in the Stream, Heartbreaker and Chain Reaction.

£17.50 & £19.50

- THE PHANTOM’S RETURN

Having played over 1000 performances as The Phantom in both London's West End and on the UK tour, Mike, described by The Daily Mail as ‘The Definitive Phantom’, is joined by new sensation Natasha Kemball and The Morriston RFC Male Voice Choir.

£10.00 - £14.00 Selected concessions available*

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Opera della Luna presents

Sat 3rd Mar 7.30pm

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The Arts Wing

Performances

Fri 9th Dec 2011, Sat 21st Jan & Sat 10th Mar

8pm

Burlesque

18+

www.bluestockinglounge.com

£10.00

OPERA DELLA LUNA Opera della Luna returns to Swansea with a new production of Lehár's classic operetta, The Merry Widow.

This much-loved tale, with its memorable music, is presented in a new staging and with a sparkling and witty new English translation.

The story of aristocratic love and the whirling waltzes of partying Paris are brought to life by a talented company of singer-actors, accompanied by a live orchestra.

Image by John Fox

Well known for its eclectic mix of comedy, neo and classical bills which feature top UK and international artistes, Swansea’s very own burlesque night, Bluestocking Lounge, will be bringing a bunch of burly lovelies, beginning with Canadian headliner, Domino Burlesk. Prize for the best dressed audience member.

Wed 18th Jan

7.15pm

Josie Long The Future is Another Place 16+

£18.00 - £25.00 Selected concessions available*

“Ensemble playing at its best” Evening Standard

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£12.00, £10.00 Concs.* In her fifth solo show, Josie reveals that not all is wonderful in the whimsical world. This is a show about feeling newly tormented by the world around you, and about optimism and despair. But, don’t worry, that all sounds more serious than it is. It'll be a silly, manic round-up of all kinds of things and it will have too clear aims: to set up some sort of cool gang or something and to fight injustice.

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The Arts Wing

The Arts Wing

Performances

Performances

1.30pm

Wed 7th & Thurs 8th Mar

The Golden Years Tea Dance

Shoreline Theatre presents

Thurs 19th Jan

8.00pm

The History Boys

BY ALAN BENNETT

£8.00, £5.00 Concessions* £4.00 Trip the light fantastic and join us for a special afternoon of Social Sequence and Ballroom dancing. All welcome.

Refreshments available.

Tues 21st - Fri 24th Feb 7.15pm Wed Mat 2.00pm Fluellen Theatre Company presents

Wemberlee!

Wemberlee!

BY PETER READ STARRING KEVIN JOHNS

Set in a grammar school in the 80s, eight intelligent boys are preparing to try out for Oxford and Cambridge. As conflicts rise in the classrooms, a scandal comes to light in the staffroom with both comic and poignant results.

Fri 9th Mar

7.15pm

Grand Theatre School of Drama Showcase £8.00, £6.00 Concessions*

£9.00, £7.50 Concessions* It’s the 30th May 2011 and a fanatical group of Swans fans led by Lee Davies (Swansea’s worst ever poet) make their way to Wembley to cheer on their beloved team in the most important match it has ever played. Victory will mean that Swansea City will be the first Welsh football club to play in the Premier League.

Another chance to spend an evening in the company of the Grand Theatre School of Drama. The school will present some new works and some old favourites. This promises to be an evening filled with fun, energy and enthusiasm.

Fri 16th Mar

8.00pm

Nigel Fairs Mon 27th Feb & Tues 28th Feb Mats

7.15pm 12.30pm

Lighthouse Theatre Ltd. presents

Goat Street Runners

BY ADRIAN METCALFE

– In Conversation with an Acid Bath Murderer DIRECTED BY LOUISE JAMESON

14+

£10.00 £8.50, £6.50 Concessions* On February 19th 1941, the Luftwaffe began a concerted attack on Swansea, destroying 41 acres of the old mediaeval centre and changing it permanently. Based on the experiences, tragedies, lives and loves of a fictional family living in a street that was to be removed from the map of Swansea. www.swanseagrand.co.uk

The chilling true story of John George Haigh, who killed at least six people between 1944 and 1949. The nation was gripped by the trial of the self-confessed ‘vampire killer’. Now, you are invited to join him firstly in his workshop in Crawley (where he dissolved his victims in acid) and then witness his final moments ...as he waits to be hanged.

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The Arts Wing

The Arts Wing

Performances Mon 26th - Sat 31st Mar 7.15pm Sat Mat 2.30pm

Wed 18th April

2.00pm & 7.45pm

Mercury Theatre presents

Nine Suitcases By Béla Zsolt

Swansea Amateurs present

The Likes of Us

BY TIM RICE & ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

£12.00 The first ever musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

The Likes of Us is the heartwarming story of the chartitable Dr. Barnardo.

Wed 4th April

Performances

2.00pm

An Afternoon with Kev Johns and Guests

ADAPTED FROM THE BOOK AND PERFORMED BY DAVID PRINCE

£8.00, £5.00 Concessions* Imprisoned in a WW2 ghetto, Hungarian author Béla Zsolt struggles to survive nightmarish conditions while awaiting transportation to Auschwitz. He finds himself caught up in an audacious but unlikely escape plan. Will it work?

Tues 24th - Thurs 26th April Wed Mat

7.15pm 2.00pm

Fluellen Theatre Company presents

Kindertransport

BY DIANE SAMUELS

Sponsored by Kearns Storage

£9.00, £7.50 Concessions*

£6.50 Back by popular demand, Kev Johns entertains with amusing anecdotes and showcases local, young talent in an afternoon of fun, laughter and song. Don’t miss this delightful afternoon of entertainment.

Thurs 12th April

8.00pm

Mitch Benn & The Distractions Ode Warrior

16+

£12.00, £10.00 Concessions* Multi-award winner Mitch Benn and his band take to the road in a two hour show packed with new songs and old favourites.

Described by The Times as “the country’s leading musical satirist”, this is a show for music and comedy fans of all ages.

Early booking is advisable.

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Between 1938 and the outbreak of war, almost 10,000 Jewish children were sent by their parents from Nazi Germany to Britain. Nine-year-old Eva is one of them. Many years later, when her daughter discovers some old letters, Eva is forced to relive the past. Fluellen is proud to present a new production of this superb and intensely moving award-winning play.

Wed 25th Jan Wed 29th Feb Wed 21st Mar

Comedy Club

8.00pm

16+

£8.00 Laughing since 1999. See the comic stars of the future, today!

Come and experience some of the best acts from the UK and international comedy circuits. Two acts and one compère.

If easily offended please stay away!

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The Arts Wing

Performances

The Arts Wing

Exhibitions

Tues 7th - Sat 18th Feb

Sat 28th Jan, Sat 25th Feb, Sat 17th Mar & Sat 28th April 12.30pm

Gower College Swansea Showcase

Fluellen Theatre Company, in association with Swansea Grand Theatre

Lunchtime Theatre ÂŁ5.50, ÂŁ4.00 Concessions* 28th Jan: 25th Feb: 17th Mar: 28th April:

Light to Create Shadow by Sarah Elliot Bearall by Kate Bowman Take Me To The Vetch Field by Mike Witchell Needle Time by Derek Webb

The Arts Wing

Exhibitions

Levels 1 & 2 An annual exhibition of selected works created by A-Level Art and Design students studying at Gower College Swansea.

Working with a range of media, students from Fine Art, Textiles, Graphics and Photography present a diverse and innovative collection.

Tues 14th - Fri 24th Feb

Ffynone House School

Wed 4th - Mon 16th Jan

Gower College Swansea - My Way

Image by Patricia Lai

Image by Patricia Lai

White Room Independent Living Students of the college have captured on canvas snapshots their own individual personalities. The work has been inspired by several influential artists, such as Joseph Herman and Shani Rhys-James.

Tues 24th Jan - Sat 11th Feb

Photo Tales

White Room

Pupils have worked in various media from printmaking to sculpture, and they have been encouraged to interpret individual themes through their art work. This helps to create interesting and diverse work. Pupils have been working in various media from painting to animation.

Tues 6th - Fri 16th Mar

Nigel Morgan & Mel Tonge

White Room White Room Photo Tales is a project that encourages and trains people living with disadvantage to take personal photographs that illustrate a tale from their life.

More information at www.photo-tales.co.uk www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Mel Tonge has exhibited at St David's Hall and the Glynn Vivian Gallery. He currently holds the Ken Etheridge Memorial Trophy.

Nigel Morgan is a self-taught artist who predominantly portrays subjects of Welsh landscapes. He has exhibited at St David's Hall and Plas Glyn-y-Weddw.

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The Arts Wing

Exhibitions Wed 7th Mar

Tues 6th - Sat 24th Mar

Tues 6th Mar

Connections - Connecting

7.30pm

7.30pm

the apparently unconnected Levels 1 & 2 An exhibition of work by ARTDOT, a group of artists from the Tywi Valley in West Wales. Painters, photographers and 3-D artists, we share our inspirations and work collectively to promote and exhibit our work.

Tues 20 - Sat 31st Mar

The Kenya Project White Room An exhibition by Swansea Photographer Rhiannon Wildman features portraits of the children of Madungu Primary School in Kenya. The Kenya Project exhibition is to raise awareness of the venture, with particular focus on the feeding programme.

Mon 2nd - Fri 20th April

Tim Kelly Links Levels 1 & 2 An event featuring the works of Tim Kelly and Martin Morgan.

The show will feature works on canvas and digital images.

Image

by Patricia Lai Tues 10th - Fri 27th April

Daniel James Community School White Room

REAL DIAMOND THE JAZZ SINGER TOUR Neil Diamond’s iconic career stretches from 1965 to his world tour in 2011, with chart and album hits in every decade.

John Hylton is without doubt Europe’s leading tribute to the great man himself some suggest he may actually be the best there is His talented band play Neil’s music like it’s supposed to be played… and John Hylton sings it like Neil would want it to be sung.

£15.00 - £17.50

SWINGING AT THE COTTON CLUB Featuring: The Jiving Lindy Hoppers & Harry Strutters Hot Rhythm Orchestra Take a step back into 1920s New York City and through the doors of Harlem's hottest nightclub, 'The Cotton Club'!

Swinging at The Cotton Club is the action-packed show celebrating the music, dance and songs of New York City’s famous nightclub of the era.

£14.50 - £20.50 Family (4) £62.00

Celebrating the work of pupils attending Daniel James Community School over the last three years, a vibrant mix of all disciplines including painting, ceramics, screen printed textiles and ICT work. www.swanseagrand.co.uk www.swanseagrand.co.uk

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Clwyd Theatr Cymru presents Moscow Ballet - La Classique presents Tues 13th - Sat 17th Mar

Thurs 8th Mar 7.30pm

Fri 9th Mar

7.30pm Thurs Mat 1.00pm Sat Mat 2.00pm

7.30pm

AS JACKSON - LIVE IN CONCERT Amir Sharma’s portrayal of Michael Jackson in his prime has to be the most vocally and visually accurate tribute to the King of Pop to have ever toured UK theatres. Amir is joined on the stage by a cast of musicians, singers and dancers who work their way through all the hits. He’s got the look, the moonwalk and above all, the voice!

His renditions of Thriller, Beat it and Billie Jean are truly sensational. Pure MJ.

£15.00 - £19.00

“All the world’s a stage, And all the men and women merely players.

THE SOLID SILVER 60s SHOW CELEBRATING 27 YEARS OF THE UK’S ORIGINAL AND PREMIER 60S SHOW They say that if you remember the 60s you weren’t there! Fill that gap in your memory with The Solid Silver 60s Show and relive the 60s with original artists singing their greatest hits!

Now in its 27th year the show features the unforgettable talents of Peter Noone, Chris Montez, Brian Hyland with Brian Poole, and all backed

by Vanity Fare.

£20.50 - £24.50

They have their exits and their entrances,

YOU

And one man in his time plays many parts,

LIKE IT

His acts being seven ages.”

BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

AS YOU LIKE IT AS YOU LIKE IT CELEBRATES THE TRANSFORMING POWER OF LOVE IN ONE OF SHAKESPEARE’S MOST POPULAR COMEDIES.

As You Like is directed by Terry Hands, following his critically acclaimed production of The Taming of the Shrew at Clwyd Theatr Cymru in 2011. One of Britain’s most respected theatre directors with an international reputation, his production of Michael Frayn’s award-winning comedy Noises Off played at the Grand two years ago. He was with the Royal Shakespeare Company for 25 years and was its Artistic Director from 1986-91. He is currently Director of Clwyd Theatr Cymru.

£11.00 - £17.00 Selected concessions available*

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SUITABLE FOR AGES 2 TO 5

Sat 10th & Sun 11th Mar Sat 2.00pm & 4.30pm Sun 11.00am & 2.00pm

SUITABLE FOR AGES 3+ Moscow Moscow Ballet Ballet - La Classique presents KW & NB Ltd presents a Tall Stories production - La Classique presents Mon 19th & Tues 20th Mar

Mon 1.30pm Tues 10.30am & 1.30pm

DIRECT FR O

SMASH HIT M A WEST END SEAS ON!

BOB’S BIG THEATRE BUILD

THE GRUFFALO

Fixham Theatre has been closed for 6 months and Bob and Wendy have been called in to ‘fix’ it up ready for the grand opening by the world famous director Dickie Oliver!

Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the award-winning picture book by Children's Laureate, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

The theatre has to be ready for the opening of his brand new show... “There’s no fixing like Show Fixing” Spud, Scoop, Lofty and Scrambler will also be on hand to help Sunshine Valley’s favourite builder...but he’ll need your help too! There’s a deadline to meet, Can we fix it? Yes we can!

Meet a wheeler-dealer Fox, an eccentric old Owl and a maraca-shaking, party mad Snake! Mouse can scare these hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined?

Join us for 90 minutes of fun, song, dance and plenty of fixing!

£10.00, Schools £8.50

£12.00 & £14.00 Family (4) £46.00 Selected concessions available*

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Selected concessions available*

“Irresistingly charming” The Times

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Moscow Ballet - La Classique presents

Wed 21st Mar 7.30pm

Derek Block & Blackburn International Proudly Present an- Ellen Kent Production Moscow Moscow Ballet Ballet La Classique presents -Featuring La Classique the Internationally Acclaimed presents Ukrainian National Opera of Kharkiv

Thurs 22nd Mar 7.30pm

PUCCINI’S MADAMA BUTTERFLY SWAN LAKE

STARRING THE AMERICAN-KOREAN ROSA LEE THOMAS AND THE KOREAN SOPRANO ELENA DEE **

THE MOST POPULAR OF ALL CLASSICAL BALLETS

Back by overwhelming public demand, Ellen Kent’s award winning opera returns, with exquisite sets, such as the stunning Japanese garden and spectacular costumes, including antique wedding kimonos from Japan.

The world-renowned Moscow Ballet - La Classique demonstrate their continued quality of dance and performances in a dramatic production of this timeless favourite, set to Tchaikovsky's superb score.

The ballet is a favourite of ballerinas and audiences alike; all leading dancers want to dance Swan Lake during their careers and all audiences want to see them dance in this, the ultimate fairy tale ballet.

Music: Piotr Ilyich Tchiakovsky Librettto: Vladimir Begichev & Vasily Geltser

One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results.

Highlights include the melodic Humming Chorus, the moving aria One Fine Day and the unforgettable Love Duet.

£14.50 - £32.50

£15.00 - £21.00

Selected concessions available*

Selected concessions available*

“This is a Butterfly to cherish” Manchester Evening News This production will be sung in Italian with English surtitles. ** Cast subject to change SURTITLES - The nature of our venue means that at certain times and from particular seats the surtitles system is not always visible.

Please check with box office.

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Moscow Moscow Ballet Ballet - La Classique presents - La Classique presents

Sun 18th Mar 7.30pm

Fri 23rd Mar 7.30pm

NANCI GRIFFITH Whether performing her own poetically evocative material or the compositions of her influences, friends and peers, Nanci Griffith possesses a powerful gift for inhabiting the songs she sings, for communicating unspoken intimacy and heartache through her tender voice and lilting, delicate phrasing.

In a career that has now spanned nearly three decades, numerous awards, including three Grammys and the BBC's Life-Time Achievement Award and twenty studio albums, she continues to trail blaze this path into 2012.

£23.50

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Thurs 5th April 7.30pm

Sat 24th Mar 7.30pm

MAGIC OF MOTOWN Get ready – for the smash hit concert show from the States.

Here it comes – authentically recreating the harmonies, slick moves, stylish looks and legendary musicianship that were the making of Motown.

It’s on its way – a supertalented cast, fresh from sellout shows in London’s O2, perform hits from The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Mary Wells, Martha Reeves, Lionel Richie. www.easytheatres.com

£18.00 & £20.00

CHRIS NEEDS

THE SEARCHERS

Once again Chris Needs MBE returns to the Grand and this time with bigger style than ever. This year’s show will definitely be the best yet, with a special tribute to Dorothy Squires and a tribute to Shirley Bassey, and of course the special surprise guest... who will it be this time?

In a remarkable career now spanning 5 decades and with such classic hits as Sweets For My Sweet, Needles and Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away, Sugar and Spice and When You Walk In The Room.

This show always sells out and it would be advisable to book early.

The show is for diabetes in Wales, which is close to Chris' heart.

£10.00 & £12.00

The Searchers have contributed enormously in establishing the UK as the world’s leading nation in the music industry.

Combined with anecdotes and reminiscences, this fully selfcontained concert includes all their famous hits, plus many of their original album recordings.

£16.50 & £18.50

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Ian Dickens Productions International Ltd presents

Mon 26th - Sat 31st Mar 7.30pm

CPAA Productions Ltd in association with Theatre Productions Ltd Moscow Moscow Ballet Ballet - International La Classique presents present proudly - La Classique presents Mon 2nd - Wed 4th April

7.30pm Tues & Wed Mats 2.00pm

CIRQUE DU CIEL’S ‘SHANGHI’ DIRECT FROM CHINA

THE HAUNTING A PSYCHOLOGICAL, SUPERNATURAL THRILLER, WITH COMEDY BY RON ALDRIDGE Ian Dickens Productions International Ltd presents an all star cast in Ron Aldridge’s The Haunting, a psychological, supernatural, erotic thriller, with comedy; a nightmare journey through the mind of a double murderer.

He has convinced the courts that both were accidents, and has been found ‘not guilty…twice!

Take delight in the roasting of the cad, as his two avengers ensure that he gets his just deserts, whilst also exploring the intriguing question, do romantic relationships develop after death?

The highly awaited, internationally acclaimed production of ‘ShangHi’ by Cirque Du Ciel comes to the UK this year - for the very first time!

A marvellous 2 hour extravaganza, originally directed by Cirque Du Soleil’s Guy Caron, combines acrobatics, modern dance, original music, martial arts and many other Chinese elements in an amazing adventure.

With superb costumes, sets and lighting, this stunning production showcases the skills of not only the performers, but the world class team behind the scenes. In addition to traditional Chinese stunts, such as the aerial silks and the famous Monkey Poles, Cirque Du Ciel’s ShangHi also features a fabulous storyline which will captivate and enthral audiences of all ages.

Funny, sexy and supernatural.

Miss this and you will miss the most daring, breathtaking and stunning family entertainment show of the year!

£12.00 - £16.50 Selected concessions available*

£11.50 - £19.50

Opening Night Offer 2 for 1

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Selected concessions available*

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Moscow Moscow Ballet Ballet - La Classique presents - La Classique presents

Sat 7th April 7.30pm

Tues 10th April 7.30pm

Wed 11th April

Thurs 12th April 7.30pm

2.30pm

SINATRA Stephen Triffitt and his show is arguably the number one and definitive tribute to Frank Sinatra on the planet, his voice, his moves, his style, even his looks.

Stephen has sang with Jools Holland and Mick Jagger, sold out shows at The Festival Hall and London Palladium, appeared regularly with the BBC Symphony Orchestra and on BBC Radio Two’s Friday Night Is Music Night.

He has also performed at Simon Cowell’s 50th birthday party and for David and Victoria Beckham after the christening of their boys at Beckham Hall.

£18.00 & £20.00

HEART TO HEART Hosted by, and featuring, current member of The Drifters, Michael Williams, plus sensational vocalists Kellie Schreiber, Neil Couperthwaite and Diana Nash.

This brand new show, produced by PMG Live Ltd, is a back to back live musical concert, featuring some of the biggest and most popular love songs of all time - delivered by a phenomenally charismatic and talented host and vocalist, a world class lead cast and backed by superb musicians.

£16.00 & £18.00

THE CHUCKLE BROTHERS THE RETURN OF THE PIRATES OF THE RIVER ROTHER 2 IN STRANGER TIGHTS Ahoy there landlubbers!

A vast behind and prepare to splice the main brace as the boys go on a full blown swash-buckling adventure!

Paul and Barry are visiting a theme park for the day and decide to brave going on one of the daring water rides.

Once inside, they are leaning on a wall when they fall through and find themselves magically transported back in time in to a world of pirates and sunken treasures.

SALLY MORGAN PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD Fresh from her new TV Series - Psychic Sally On The Road on Sky Living, Britain’s best loved celebrity psychic, Sally Morgan returns by overwhelming public demand.

Sally has used her gift over the years to help many people, most notably famous for her work with the late Princess Diana.

Her reputation has been built from her close relationship with many high profile celebrities.

£23.50 Theatre demonstrations are to be deemed for entertainment purposes.

£12.50

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The hilarious backstage story of the making of Moscow Ballet - La Classique presents Whatever Happened To Baby Jane?

Fri 13th April

Tues 24th - Sat 28th April

7.30pm

Sat 14th April 7.00pm

THE OSMONDS UP CLOSE & PERSONAL THE FINAL TOUR For over five decades The Osmonds have been entertaining sold out crowds throughout the world and 2012 marks the year of their biggest ever UK tour.

The tour will take fans on a journey through their many unforgettable hits, such as One Bad Apple, Let Me In and Love Me For A Reason to Crazy Horses and Long Haired Lover From Liverpool, the 1972 Number One from Jimmy, who has more recently appeared in London’s West End in Grease and Chicago.

£27.50 & £29.50 www.swanseagrand.co.uk www.swanseagrand.co.uk

Tues FriOct 7.30pm, Sat 8.00pm Wed-10 Thurs & Sat Mats 2.30pm 7.30pm

KEN DODD BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Ken Dodd is revered as one of Britain’s funniest comedians.

He has enjoyed a professional career spanning over 50 years during which he has received numerous awards and accolades.

His numerous showbiz honours include, the first ever ‘Living Legend Award’ from the British Comedy Society, a Lifetime Achievement in the British Comedy Awards and in his home City of Liverpool he has been voted ‘Greatest Merseysider Of All Time’.

£17.00 & £20.00

BETTE AND JOAN

A Play by Anton Burge Directed by Bill Alexander

Renowned actresses Anita Dobson and Greta Scacchi step into the shoes of legendary rivals Bette Davis and Joan Crawford as their 30 year feud reaches boiling point. In Anton Burge’s new comedy, two Hollywood stars whose careers have hit rock bottom, are thrown together for the filming of the now classic film Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? The highs, the lows, the tantrums, are all exposed during this great night out at the theatre. The movie propelled them both back to stardom, but will they ever speak to each other again?

£13.50 - £24.00 Selected concessions available* “GREAT ENTERTAINMENT” Daily Express

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Thurs 19th - Sat 21st April

£5.00 - £37.50 All performances start 7.00pm Selected concessions available* ** SURTITLES - The nature of our venue means that at certain times and from particular seats the surtitles system is not always visible. Please check with box office.

Conductor Michael Hofstetter Thurs 19th April Director BEATRICE & BENEDICT - Berlioz Elijah Moshinsky Supported by the WNO Idloes Owen Society Beatrice & Benedict can’t resist teasing each other. Is there more to their sparring than meets the eye? Berlioz’s final opera adapts Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing focussing on the relationship between the infamous couple. Cast includes Sara Fulgoni as Beatrice, Robin Tritschler as Benedict, Laura Mitchell as Hero, Gary Griffiths as Claudio and Anna Burford as Ursula.

Photo by Bill Cooper (1994 cast pictured)

** Sung

in English with surtitles in English and Welsh.

Pre-performance talk 6.00pm Photo by Bill Cooper (2009 cast pictured)

Fri 20th April

LA TRAVIATA - Verdi

Conductor Simon Phillippo Director David McVicar

Violetta Valery, a courtesan in 19th century Paris, dreams of a better life. Alfredo Germont may be the man to provide her with the happy ending her story deserves. However, social convention will ultimately deny her the salvation she craves.

Canadian soprano Joyce El–Khoury and Mexican tenor Carlos Osuna, make UK debuts as Violetta and Alfredo with celebrated Welsh baritone Jason Howard as Giorgio Germont. ** Sung

in Italian with surtitles in English and Welsh.

Sat 21st April

THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO - Mozart

Conductor Stephen Wood Photo by Bill Cooper (2009 cast pictured)

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Director Lluis Pasqual

Sponsored by WNO Sponsors’ Group A day to remember. It’s Figaro and Susanna’s big day. Before they can tie the knot they have one more hurdle to overcome, Count Almaviva. The Count has designs upon Susanna, while Figaro's failure to repay a loan requires him to marry another woman.

Cast includes David Soar as Figaro, Elizabeth Watts as Susanna, Rebecca Evans as Countess Almaviva, Dario Solari as Count Almaviva, Patricia Orr as Cherubino, Henry Waddington as Dr Bartolo and Sarah Pring as Marcellina. ** Sung

in Italian with surtitles in English and Welsh.

Pre-performance talk 6.00pm Box Office Swyddfa Docynnau 01792 475715

Ticket Agents Tues 17th April 7.30pm

FORTHCOMING 15th - 19th May

PSYCHIC & SCIENCE DO YOU BELIEVE IN GHOSTS? Psychic And Science is the UK’s first ever interactive paranormal show, where YOU are in control.

From TV’s Most Haunted, paranormal historian Richard Felix and medium Chris Conway are joined on stage by the UK’s most prolific ghost hunter, Denise Mott, as the audience are invited on stage to take part in live experiments, including a Ouija Board, Human Pendulum, Table Tipping, a Séance and for one poor volunteer, a Lone Vigil in the darkest depths of the theatre!

£18.00 - £22.00 Selected concessions available*

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Ballet Ballet - La Classique presents Moscow Moscow Wales Ltd Deer Park, Tenby -Activity La Classique presents Coastal House, Haverfordwest Activity Wales Ltd

01834 844000 01437 766888 113 Lammas Street, Carmarthen 01267 231557 Carmarthen TIC Cash in a Flash 92 Woodfi eld Street, Morriston 01792 423167 Diamond Holidays Suite 22, Ferryboat Close, Swansea 01792 791981 Dragon Hotel The Kingsway, Swansea 01792 657100 37 Commercial Street, Kenfi g Hill 01656 740323 Express Travel Marriott Hotel Maritime Quarter, Swansea 0870 4007282 Milford Travel Ltd 79 Charles Street, Milford Haven 01646 692268/9 Millennium Coastal Park Discovery Centre, Llanelli 01554 777744 Mumbles TIC The Methodist Church, Mumbles 01792 361302 Gorseinon Dev. Trust Millers Drive, Gorseinon 01792 897657 Redwing Travel 48 Main Street, Pembroke 01646 621021 Redwing Travel High Street, Saundersfoot 01834 814477 Regal Travel 2 Forge Road, Port Talbot 01639 895522 Regal Travel 28 Llynfi Road, Maesteg 01656 737755 Regal Travel 90 John Street, Porthcawl 01656 773377 Regal Travel 8 Derwen Rd, Bridgend 01656 668725 Swansea Central Library Civic Centre, Swansea 01792 636464 The Lamplighter 90 Bishopston Road, Bishopston 01792 232012 The Ticket Hut Pembrey and Burry Port Station 01554 830188 The Towers Ashleigh Terrace, Jersey Marine 01792 814155 The Village Langdon Road, Off Fabian Way 0844 8472970 The Worm’s Head Hotel Rhossili, Swansea 01792 390512 Travel Shop Fulton House, Swansea University 01792 203235

GRANNY ANNIE

BY AND STARRING FRANK VICKERY He’s back…and he’s funnier than ever!!! Come and see Frank Vickery in the latest production of his funniest comedy of all time... Granny Annie. Join him and his gang as they get you rolling in your seats with laughter.

Follow the adventures of the Trealaw and West Amateur Theatrical Society as they prepare for their opening night of their first ever musical, Annie.

If it’s a great night you’re after, then don’t miss this hysterical production starring Frank Vickery himself.

The Quadrant multi-storey car park is open until 11.30pm.

The first hour’s parking will be FREE when you validate your ticket with a member of the Front of House team at the theatre.

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How to book

Sut i archebu

Terms and conditions Amodau a thelerau gwerthu Moscow Ballet - La Classique presents of ticket sales

The Box Office is open Mon - Sat 9.30am - 8.00pm, (9.30am - 6.00pm on non performance days) and for 1 hour prior to Sunday performances.

Mae’r Swyddfa Docynnau ar agor Llun - Sadwrn 9.30am - 8.00pm, (9.30am - 6.00pm ar ddyddiau pan na chynhelir perff ormiadau) ac am 1 awr cyn perff ormiadau dydd Sul.

1. Exchange of tickets will only be considered in cases of emergency and the Management reserves the right to refuse an exchange. Where an exchange occurs, it will be for another performance of the same production.

2. No refunds will be given except for cancelled events.

3. The Management reserves the right to introduce discounts and other price changes without notice.

4. The promoter reserves the right to make any changes to the advertised programme.

5. The use of cameras or recording equipment is strictly forbidden.

6. The Management reserves the right to refuse admission and may, on occasions, have to conduct security searches to ensure the safety of patrons.

7. In exceptional circumstances, the Management reserves the right to offer alternative seats to those specified on the ticket.

8. Please check your ticket - on receipt - as mistakes cannot always be rectified.

9. Where a performance has the benefit of English surtitles, patrons should check with the Box Office staff (at the time of booking) as to seat suitability.

Booking and reservations

01792 475715 You can book by phone or post, in person or by using our e-mail reservation service:

www.swanseagrand.co.uk Concessions*

Archebu tocynnau

01792 475715 Gallwch archebu tocyn drwy ff onio, postio, galw heibio neu ddefnyddio ein gwasanaeth archebu e-bost:

www.swanseagrand.co.uk Consesiynau*

Where concessions are offered they may include some of the following: 16 & under, 65 & over Proof of age may be required. Students In full-time education who can produce a current National Union of Students, Overseas Student or similar card. Schools Under 18 & in full-time education. Party Bookers People who are booking 10+ tickets for one performance at one time.

PTL Swansea Passport to Leisure Card holders. Theatre Club On production of a valid membership card. Disabled The lowest price ticket available for any given performance will be offered to customers with a disability, and their carer/companion (if applicable).

Subject to availability.

Lle cynigir consesiynau, gallant gynnwys rhai o’r canlynol: 16 ac yn iau, 65 ac yn hy ˆn Gellir gofyn i chi brofi eich oedran.

Myfyrwyr mewn addysg amser llawn sy’n gallu dangos cerdyn Undeb Myfyrwyr Cenedlaethol neu Fyfyriwr Tramor dilys neu gerdyn tebyg. Ysgolion pobl ifanc 18 oed ac yn iau a’r rhai sydd mewn addysg amser llawn Trefnwyr grwpiau pobl sy’n archebu 10+ o docynnau ar gyfer un perff ormiad ar y tro PTL deiliaid cardiau PTL Abertawe.

Clwb Theatr Wrth gyfl wyno cerdyn aelodaeth dilys. Pobl sydd wedi’u cofrestru’n anabl. Caiff y tocyn rhataf sydd ar gael ar gyfer unrhyw berff ormiad ei gynnig i gwsmeriaid ag anabledd, a’u gofalwr/cydymaith (os yw’n gymwys). Yn amodol ar argaeledd.

Please note you may be required to produce proof of entitlement for your concession at the time of booking or at entry.

Sylwer y gellir gofyn i chi brofi eich hawl i gonsesiwn wrth archebu tocyn neu gyrraedd am y perff ormiad.

We accept most major credit cards, Maestro and Delta. Cheques should be made payable to: Swansea Grand Theatre - Singleton Street, Swansea SA1 3QJ. For full booking terms, conditions and facilities call the Box Office.

Our Box Office Minicom number is 01792 654456. Typetext for hearing impaired customers.

The City and County of Swansea can accept no responsibility for any changes, beyond their control, which may arise after this publication is published.

To receive this brochure in another format, please contact the Box Office.

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Derbynnir y rhan fwyaf o’r prif gardiau credyd Maestro a Delta. Dylid gwneud sieciau’n daladwy i: Theatr y Grand Abertawe - Stryd Singleton, Abertawe, SA1 3QJ. I gael manylion llawn am gyfl eusterau a’r amodau a’r telerau archebu, ffoniwch y Swyddfa Docynnau.

Rhif minicom y Swyddfa Docynnau yw 01792 654456. Teipdestun ar gyfer cwsmeriaid â nam ar eu clyw.

Ni all Dinas a Sir Abertawe dderbyn unrhyw gyfrifoldeb am unrhyw newidiadau, y tu hwnt i’w rheolaeth, a all ddigwydd ar ôl cyhoeddi’r cyhoeddiad hwn. I dderbyn y llyfryn hwn mewn ff ormat gwahanol, cysylltwch â’r Swyddfa Docynnau.

10. Concessions *. Please check at the time of booking for any available concessions. Not all concessions are available for all performances/events.

Full terms and conditions are available on request.

1. Ystyrir cyfnewid tocynnau mewn argyfwng yn unig ac mae’r Rheolwyr yn cadw’r hawl i wrthod cyfnewid tocyn. Os caiff tocyn ei gyfnewid, bydd ar gyfer perff ormiad arall o’r un cynhyrchiad.

2. Ni roddir unrhyw ad-daliadau ond ar gyfer digwyddiadau wedi’u canslo.

3. Mae’r Rheolwyr yn cadw’r hawl i gyfl wyno gostyngiadau a newidiadau eraill o ran prisiau heb roi rhybudd.

4. Mae’r hyrwyddwr yn cadw’r hawl i wneud unrhyw newidiadau i’r rhaglen a hybysebir.

5. Ni chaniateir defnyddio camerâu na chyfarpar recordio.

6. Mae’r Rheolwyr yn cadw’r hawl i wrthod mynediad ac, ar adegau, gall fod angen cynnal archwiliadau diogelwch er mwyn sicrhau diogelwch y cwsmeriaid.

7. Dan amgylchiadau eithriadol, mae’r Rheolwyr yn cadw’r hawl i gynnig seddi gwahanol i’r rhai a nodir ar y tocyn.

8. Archwiliwch eich tocyn - adeg ei dderbyn - gan nad oes modd unioni camgymeriadau bob amser.

9. Os darperir uwchdeitlau Saesneg ar gyfer perff ormiad, dylai cwsmeriaid holi staff y Swyddfa Docynnau (adeg archebu) ynglyˆn ag addasrwydd seddi.

10. Consesiynau *. Holwch wrth archebu’r tocynnau am unrhyw gonsesiynau sydd ar gael. Nid yw pob consesiwn ar gael ar gyfer pob perff ormiad/digwyddiad.

Rhoddir yr amodau a’r telerau llawn ar gais.

Strobe Lighting Patrons are reminded that ‘Strobe’ lighting is used with certain shows, productions.

Goleuadau Strôb Atgoffi r noddwyr fod goleuadau ‘Strôb’ yn cael eu defnyddio gyda rhai sioeau a chynyrchiadau.

Baby Changing Facilities Please see the Front of House Manager.

Cyfl eusterau Newid Babanod Gofynnwch i’r Rheolwr Blaen Tyˆ.

Armless Seats We have a number of armless seats available for those customers who would like more space in their seats.

Seddau Heb Freichiau Mae gennym nifer o seddi heb freichiau i gwsmeriaid a hoff ai fwy o le yn eu seddi.

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FORTHCOMING...

DIRECT FROM THE WEST END THE MULTI AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTION RETURNS

Tues 1st - Sat 5th May J.B Priestley’s

The National Theatre presents

Directed by Stephen Daldry

★★★★★ ‘SUPERBLY TENSE. BREATHTAKING DARING & FAULTLESS EXECUTION’ Daily Telegraph 2010