Spring //2010
What's On
DON’T MISS! UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GB WHEN HARRY MET SALLY BILLY PEARCE MEN OF THE WORLD BEYOND THE BARRICADES COSI FAN TUTI
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Welcome to our Spring season Another highlight is the launch of the national tour of When Harry Met Sally which we are presenting in association with Jamie Wilson Productions. We are always looking for opportunities to develop our profile and this week promises to be something very special. Zoe Tyler will be starring as Eva Casidy in Over the Rainbow, and there are visits from The Hairy Bikers, Les McKeown from the Bay City Rollers, Marty Wilde and a welcome return from David Fawcett and Beyond the Barricades. We are delighted to be opening the Season with the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. This group of astonishing musicians first played Theatre Royal Wakefield three years ago and in a few short years have come to public attention in a big way, so much so in fact that they were invited to take part in the 2009 series of BBC Promenade Concerts at the Royal Albert Hall. We are delighted to welcome them back to Wakefield.
" I love this intimate, colourful and atmospheric theatre, its charm and attractiveness preserved. What a thrill it is to perform on the stage, beneath the bright lights, and look down at the happy faces in the plush seats and hear the laughter, a real gem.” - Gervase Phinn
We are very pleased to be able to include a performance of Mozart’s Cosi fan tutte in March by English Chamber Opera, a new company that has recently been established to bring performances of the operatic repertoire to theatres across the country. A feature of our programme for 2010 and beyond is an association with Wakefield Film Society. This group has been set up to
offer performances of quality films that are not currently available in Wakefield. From January onwards they will be presenting regular film performances at Theatre Royal Wakefield and we look forward to working with them to develop audiences for a new and exciting strand of work. The spring always reminds me of promise – the green shoots that prophesy rebirth and a new year in the making. I hope that you will find our programme both stimulating and enjoyable. As Gervase Phinn has pointed out we are fortunate in having such a beautiful theatre in which to present our work, and we hope that you will be able to spend time with us this Spring experiencing for yourself the remarkable range of talents on offer. Bring your friends and make an evening of it!
Murray Edwards Executive Director
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January '10Theatre / Music September '10 / Musical
The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, seen and heard across the globe, is simultaneously provocative, entertaining and inspiring.
Their shows combine music, humour and intelligence with silliness. Using a menagerie of voices and cheap instruments, The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain elicit emotion and thought in unexpected forms and successfully mix highbrow with lowbrow to appeal to an astonishingly broad audience. A collision of post-punk performance and toe-tapping oldies. See the universe in the grain of a Ukulele. You may never think about music in the same way once you've been exposed to the Ukes' depraved musicology.
£17 & £16 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
The Orchestra use the limitations of the instrument to create a musical freedom with Ukuleles, (little ones, big ones, high ones, low ones) revealing unsuspected insights into popular music. From Tchaikovsky to Nirvana via Otis Reading, the Orchestra takes you on a world tour with only hand luggage and gives the listener 'One Plucking Thing After Another'. 'The best musical entertainment in the country.' - The Independent 'They have grown into a muchloved institution.' - The Observer 'The sophisticated sound they make – both percussive and melodic – is at once hilarious and heartfelt.' - The Financial Times
Wakefield Film Society @ Theatre Royal Wakefield Film Season Highlights The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (January 2010) In 1940’s Germany a nine year-old boy and his family re-locate to the countryside when his father, a General, is assigned a new posting. From his new bedroom window he wonders why all the people he can see are wearing striped pyjamas in a nearby farm. His mother believes that they are living next to an internment or labour camp; her husband has sworn under oath never to reveal its real purpose as a killing factory designed to implement the ‘Final Solution’, the systematic eradication of the Jewish people. Welcome to the Sticks (February 2010) This French farce trades on French regional rejudices that may bemuse audiences here, it is very similar to the North / South divide in England and is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. Gomorrah (March 2010) The film Gomorrah shows the dark side of Naples, portraying a city of rot and executions overseen by the ruthless Camorra crime organisation. Based on an expose by the investigative journalist Roberto Saviano – who is now living under police protection after exposing the powerful Camorra.
January / February / March / April / May / June / July '10 / Film
The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
When: Monday 11 January ― 7.30pm How Much: £19.50, £18, £16.50 (plus concessions)
Blame it on Fidel (July 2010) It is 1970 and nine-year old Anna is not amused, seemingly overnight her bourgeois family have decided to abandon their middle class life and transform into leftist radicals. Gone is the salubrious family pad, gone are the new clothes and, humiliatingly, gone is Anna’s beloved catechism class. In their place is a cramped apartment filled with bearded revolutionaries, demonstrations and refugee nannies with strange cooking habits. Meanwhile Anna fights back with the few resources she can command.
Tuesday 12th January 2010 @ 7:30pm
The Class (French with English Subtitles)
Tuesday 18th May 2010 @ 7:30pm
Flame and Citron
(Danish with English Subtitles)
Tuesday 26th January 2010 @ 7:30pm
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas
Tuesday 8th June 2010 @ 7:30pm
(English)
Katyn (Polish with English Subtitles)
Tuesday 16th February 2010 @ 7:30pm
Tuesday 20th July 2010 @ 7:30pm
Welcome to the Sticks
Blame it on Fidel
(French with English Subtitles)
(French with English Subtitles)
Tuesday 2nd March 2010 @ 7:30pm
Is Anybody There? (English)
Tuesday 23rd March 2010 @ 7:30pm
Gomorrah (Italian with English Subtitles) Tuesday 20th April 2010 @ 7:30pm
£4 per film or £30 for all nine films
Conversations with My Gardener (French with English Subtitles)
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January '10 / Music
Artistes Direct Ltd Present
Elvis: The Concert Years
Magic: A Kind Of ELO
ELVIS: The Concert Years is a tribute to the 'King of Rock & Roll' as portrayed by two of the UK's premier Elvis tribute artistes, Darren H and Jim Santana. Together they perform all the hits from Elvis’s live concerts, spanning decades of legendary music.
Magic, famous for their incredibly successful ‘A Kind of Queen’ concert have done it again in this new concert ‘Magic - A Kind of ELO’ where they perform with breathtaking precision the legendary songs of ELO, The Electric Light Orchestra.
£14.50 & £13.50 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
Magic’s outstanding vocal and musical talents are augmented with the addition of Dave Chapman, a sensational keyboard player, who reproduces the complex orchestral sound that is part of the ELO legend, making this concert a must for all lovers of great music and harmony.
Decades Productions Ltd Presents
Theatre Productions Presents
Pop Goes The 80’s
Over The Rainbow
Electric Dreams Launch their Pop Goes The 80’s Tour, The UK’s first authentic eighties extravaganza. With a barrage of non-stop hits including Gold, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Walk Like An Egyptian, Rio, Livin On A Prayer, and Thriller to name but a few.
DJ Max Power is your cheestastic host who will have you dancing around your handbags to ensure a fun filled night to remember. A sensational cast of West End singers, dancers and musicians compliment breathtaking lights, dazzling laser shows and enough lavish costumes for any Material Girl. 04
When: Friday 15 January ― 7.30pm How Much: £17, £15.50, £14 (plus concessions)
So dig out your legwarmers and party like it’s 1985!!!!! 'Spectacular smash hit show.' - The Guardian
When: Saturday 16 January ― 7.30pm How Much: £17, £15, £13 (plus concessions) £14.50 & £13 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
Over the Rainbow is a compelling musical telling the story of legendary artist Eva Cassidy, through dramatic scenes and live renditions of her music. The part of Eva Cassidy is played by Zoe Tyler, ITV’s vocal coach and Loose Women regular.
It follows her life from an early age to her first professional gig, and culminates in her poignant and tragic death. A talented cast of actors and musicians pay a genuine and heartfelt tribute to a true artist.
When: Wednesday 20 January ― 7.30pm How Much: £16.50, £15.00, £13.50 (plus concessions) £14 & £13 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
'Stunning re-creation of vocal harmony that even Jeff Lynne would be proud of.' - The Stage
January '10 / Musical Theatre
January '10 / Music
Darren H is the only UK Elvis tribute artiste who tours with the world famous 'Doug Church The Voice Of Elvis'. He has also performed his show in the USA. Jim Santana is very well known and respected throughout Yorkshire and the Midlands.
He hails from Wakefield but has toured extensively around the country. Winner of the Elvis Academy 2004, Jim was also a finalist in Europe’s largest Elvis contests in 2005, 2006 and 2009.
January '10 / Music
D.J Promotions Presents
Starring Loose Women's Zoe Tyler as Eva Cassidy When: Thursday 21 ― Saturday 23 January ― 7.30pm How Much: £19.50, £18, £16.50 (plus concessions) Thursday 21 ― £17 & £16 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
'Eva’s story is told wonderfully well.' - The Birmingham Review
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January '10 / Comedy
Fresh from Channel 4 and a critically acclaimed sell out run at the 2009 Edinburgh Festival, Pappy's Fun Club return to take the UK, and the record books, by storm.
January '10 / Family
Join them for a full night of sketches and songs and a chance to see them attempt the impossible. 200 sketches. 60 minutes. 1 World Record. Heroic attempt, or spectacular folly?
'Whether they succeed or not, they're hilarious.' - Guardian 2009 'The funniest sketch troupe on the Fringe.' -The Scotsman When: Wednesday 27 January ― 8pm How Much: £12 (plus concessions) £10 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
Macbeth
The show tells the story of how a warrior learns from three strange witches that his destiny is to become King of Scotland. But he cannot win the throne without much blood being spilled. The show includes song and dance, telling the story with many of Shakespeare’s original words
Launch of National Tour Big star name to play Harry, to be announced soon! When Harry Met Sally is the delightful romantic comedy, adapted for the stage from one of the best romantic comedy films of all time, starring Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan.
Starring Hollyoaks 'Mandy' Sarah Jayne Dunn as Sally When: Wednesday 3 ― Saturday 6 February ― Evenings 7.30pm Saturday Matinee 2.30pm How Much: £19.50, £17.50, £15.50 (plus concessions) Saturday Matinee all seats £15 Thursday 4 ― £17 & £15.50 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
The first time they met they hated each other. The second time they met, he didn’t remember her and she hated him. The third time they met, they became friends and they were friends for a long time. Then they weren’t. Then they fell in love - and it only took twelve years and three months.
Shakespeare 4 Kidz Presents
Watch out as something wicked this way comes! Exciting theatre company Shakespeare 4 Kidz bring their thrilling musical version of the Bard’s Macbeth to Theatre Royal Wakefield.
When Harry Met Sally
February '10 / Musical Theatre
Pappy’s Fun Club @ Wakefield Arts Centre
In 2007 they were nominated for the If.comedy award. In 2008 they won Chortle Best Sketch Act, performed in Australia and had their own shows on Channel 4 and Radio 4.
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Jamie Wilson Productions Presents
Phil McIntyre Entertainment Presents
woven into easy-to-understand modern language. Great entertainment for people of all ages.
When: Thursday 28 ― Friday 29 January ― Thursday 1.30pm & 7.30pm ― Friday 10am & 1.30pm How Much: £16 Adults, £9.50 Children Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
Featuring a soundtrack from jazz sensation Jamie Cullum and his brother Ben. When Harry Met Sally is the ultimate in feel-good theatre! ‘When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.’
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February / March / April '10 / Comedy
@ Wakefield Arts Centre
James Dowdeswell A former Jongleurs New Act winner and Phil Kay theatre support act, James has had a great year. As well as bringing us an acclaimed new Edinburgh show, he returned from Australia where his ‘No More Mr Nice Guy’ show was a sell-out hit at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. 'Dowdeswell is a real master of the comedian’s craft. It is a genuine pleasure to be in the company of this master gagsmith for an hour, an experience that few should really pass up.' **** - Chortle
'She succeeds because she is such a skillful raconteur, not only coaxing big laughs but also those moments of poignancy and inspiration to which so many performers don't even get close.' **** - Three Weeks When: Friday 5 February ― 8pm How Much: £8 (£6 concessions) £5 Where: Wakefield Arts Centre 08
Smug Roberts As seen on 'Phoenix Nights', 'That Peter Kay Thing' and the sublime Ken Loach film 'Looking For Eric'. Smug is a Comedy Store and Jongleurs regular with brilliant punchlines and acidic anecdotes from his home life as a cuckolded house husband with two teenage kids on a hormonal rampage. He’s also the only First Friday performer to boast a chart hit with ‘Meat Pie Sausage Roll’ that made it to the heady heights of number 67 on the countdown in June 1998. That is until Morrissey lowers his fee. ’A comedy maestro… the pace, emphasis and rhythm of his delivery is impeccable. A rock- solid act guaranteed to entertain’ - City Life
Danny Pensive Paddington Bear meets the loony at the bus stop in a unique comic creation that manages to be both poignant and laugh-out-loud hilarious. Danny headlined at the Green Belt festival in August and his mirth-fuelled musings, bizarre flights of fancy and deadpan diary readings have established him as an everburgeoning cult figure on the national comedy circuit. ‘He picks up OCD’s the way an aardvark picks up ants. In short he went down a storm.’ – Worksop Guardian When: Friday 12 March ― 8pm How Much: £8 (£6 concessions) Where: Wakefield Arts Centre
Anvil Springstien A Scouser in exile with nearly 25 years in the business, Anvil is a living legend of the comedy circuit, having regularly headlined every major comedy venue from Sheffield to Singapore. As seen on ITV’s ‘House of Fun’ and ‘The Entertainers’, the man with the bizarre pseudonym is a natural born storyteller with wickedly witty and frequently gobsmacking tales of his endeavours. 'The more I see this guy the funnier he gets. He is outstanding at a level only a handful of today’s stand-ups are capable of achieving.’ – Daily Mail
Bethany Black The self-styled Fairy Gothmother, Bethany Black has quickly established herself as an effortlessly engaging act with her razorblade style of risque humour. Her material is as black as her eye shadow and her delivery as deadpan as a Goth at a garden centre, all in a neat PVC package. ‘If having a unique selling point is the secret of success, then Bethany Black should prepare for world domination.’ - Bruce Dessau, British Comedy Awards When: Friday 9 April ― 8pm How Much: £8 (£6 concessions) £5 Where: Wakefield Arts Centre
3 for 2
see all 3 comedy shows for the price of 2!
Peter Pan by J M Barrie The biggest and best family drama flies into Wakefield for a week of wonder. Come and join the Darling children as they fly through the nursery window with Peter Pan and begin the most exciting adventure of their lives.
When: Wednesday 10 ― Sunday 14 February Wednesday ― Friday ― 7pm Saturday & Sunday ― 1pm & 4pm How Much: £11, £10, £9 (plus concessions) Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
'What other play for children manages such charm and lightness of touch. This production captures both.' - Wakefield Express
The Grimethorpe Colliery Band Presents
February '10 / Music
Sarah Bennetto Sarah is a native of Melbourne now performing her wellhoned tales suffused with urbanity and wisdom all over the UK and beyond. Sarah founded the experimental comedy collective Storytellers' Club and has copresented Stephen Merchant’s BBC6 show. She has just finished touring Melbourne and Edinburgh with her first feature-length show, ‘Lucky’.
With Resident Compare Anthony J Brown
Wakefield Little Theatre Presents
February '10 / Local Stars
Friday Comedy Club John Taylor Presents
Grimethorpe The Grimethorpe Colliery Band is one of the world's most famous colliery bands with an international reputation for excellence on both the concert and contest stage. The band was formed in 1917 by a group of miners who were given a donation from the colliery to purchase instruments and has since won countless championships. They enhanced their fame when in 1996 the critically acclaimed movie “Brassed Off” was released. They received Gold discs in Australia and the United Kingdom for sales of the soundtrack and undertook several tours around the world.
In 2006 and 2007 the band came first in the National Brass Band Championships at the Royal Albert Hall London and also became the English National Champion Band in 2007 and 2008. When: Thursday 18 February ― 7.30pm How Much: £17, £15.50, £14 (plus concessions) £14.50 & £13.50 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
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February '10 / Comedy
Billy Pearce
Join The Hairy Bikers for an evening of cooking, chatting and laughs. Stars of BBC2’s The Hairy Bikers Cookbook, The Hairy Bikers Ride Again, The Hairy Bikers Come Home and The Hairy Bakers which was watched by more than four million viewers.
Yorkshire born Billy Pearce emerged through the tough training grounds of the northern club circuit to become one of Britain’s most talented comedians. In 1994 he won top live theatre variety entertainer award at the British Comedy awards.
The successful year was rounded off with a one hour Christmas Special, and Dave even won BBC’s Celebrity Mastermind, while Si took an admirable second place in the BBC2’s Weakest Link. 2009 has been busy for both with a giant 30 part series on BBC2 called The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain, and now the Bikers are embarking upon their national tour, bikes and pans at the ready.
An Adult Evening with
When: Wednesday 17 February ― 7.30pm How Much: £19.50, £18, £16.50 (plus concessions) £17 & £16 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
'A Leeds-born funnyman… one of the country's hardest working last genuine all rounders.' - Lancashire Evening News
When: Friday 19 February ― 7:30pm How Much: £17.50, £16, £14.50 (plus concessions) £15 & £14 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
February '10 / Comedy
The Hairy Bikers
Phil McIntyre Entertainment Presents
'Pearce has young, old and anyone in between roaring with laughter….his co-stars are frequently laid helpless with giggles.' - The Stage
Billy is no stranger to awards. In his formative comedy years he was voted club mirror’s Solo Comedian of the Year by his fellow professionals, and followed this with Best Television Comedy Newcomer at the London Palladium. Born in Leeds, he came to national prominence when he appeared on New Faces in 1986. He was quickly snapped up for stage and TV appearances, culminating with his first series for BBC television, You Gotta Be Joking. In 1993 he was honoured to be chosen to host The Children’s Royal Variety Performance screened by the BBC. He appeared in the same show a year later, following this with a laughter filled appearance on the Royal Variety Performance. In total, Billy has performed in five children’s Royal Variety shows and three Royal Variety shows.
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February '10 / Local Stars
Global Echoes Organised and delivered by Wakefield based arts organisation, Faceless, Global Echoes is the culmination of an 18 month world music project where musicians from Zimbabwe, alongside specialist arts workers from Yorkshire, have been teaching new musical styles in schools and community groups.
The Global Echoes project has been made possible with funding from Youth Music and partnership funding from Hemsworth Arts and Community College. 'Superb performances.' - Harrogate International Festival
Presents
Animal Farm & 1984 @ Wakefield Arts Centre Following a successful 2009 tour Paper Zoo are proud to present their George Orwell double-bill - Animal Farm and 1984.
In the second part of the Orwell double-bill, Paper Zoo present one of the writers’ most prolific works – 1984. Published in 1949
Rollermania An Evening with Les McKeown and the Legendary Bay City Rollers Take a trip back in time to a world of the 1970’s biggest pop sensation!
Join Les McKeown for an evening of hit songs and nostalgia. With over 300 million albums sold worldwide, Les McKeown, was the original voice on every Bay City Rollers hit song. He had five years of unprecedented success dominating the pop music charts across the globe. Les McKeown performs some of the songs that influenced him whilst growing up and recollects first hand about those heady, crazy days of pop superstardom. The
show is topped off with the big hits of the Bay City Rollers including Remember, All Of Me Loves All Of You and the biggest selling song of 1975 Bye Bye Baby. When: Thursday 25 February ― 7.30pm How Much: £18, £16.50 £15 (plus concessions) £15.50 & £14.50 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
Music First Presents
Paper Zoo Theatre Company
Paper Zoo present an energetic performance of Animal Farm, this timeless tale of the abuse of power – as relevant in today’s world as it was on the day it was written.
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in Zimbabwe in 1993 as a collaboration between Zimbabwean choreographers, Godfrey Pambalipe and Simon Banda. Godfrey and Simon have worked all over the world and extensively in the UK.
Chimes International Presents
When: Wednesday 24 February Animal Farm ― 1pm 1984 ― 7.30pm How Much: Animal Farm ― £10 (£7 concessions) 1984 ― £12 (£8 concessions) £4 for school groups & £15 for both performances Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
Orwell predicted a dystopian future. Making use of a cinema screen, the production encapsulates the drama and fear ever-present in the play. Featuring John Hurt as the on-screen Big Brother.
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February 09 / Drama
Global Echoes is a celebratory performance showcasing work from project participants and featuring a new work from Sigopanda Dance Theatre, a professional company founded
When: Saturday 20 February ― 2.30pm How Much: £5 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
February '10 / Music
Faceless Company Presents
Glenn Tillbrook “I’m not reinventing the wheel I just like the way it makes me feel,” Glenn Tilbrook sings on his latest release Transatlantic Ping Pong.
As one half of the songwriting ampersand behind the beloved band Squeeze and now a successful solo artist, Tilbrook has perfected a signature style marked by brilliant melodic invention, cheeky humor and slice-of-life pathos, all wrapped up with unshakable hooks and his golden boy tenor. From chestnuts like Up the Junction and Pulling Mussels (From the Shell) through stunning new tracks
Untouchable and Ray and Me, he has amassed a veritable Sears Catalog of memorable songs. When: Sunday 28 February ― 7.30pm How Much: £17.50, £16.50, £14.50 (plus concessions) £15 & £14.50 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
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February '10 / Musical Theatre
Paul Elliott, Michael Harrison & Jamie Wilson Present Starring Lesley Joseph (Birds of a Feather, Night & Day, Come Dine With Me)
Hot Flush! The Ultimate Girls' Night out!
Meet Myra, Sylvia, Helen and Jessica in this outrageous musical that's the perfect girls' night out!
Share in the friendships, the secrets, the laughs, the tears and the ups and downs of four ordinary women - and one man - living
extraordinary lives. More fun than joining a gym and cheaper than botox, Hot Flush! might even leave you feeling 34½ again! So wipe away the credit crunch blues and grab your girlfriends together for an unmissable night out at the theatre…and bring your man along as well…you’ll all love it.
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When: Friday 26 ― Saturday 27 February ― 7.30pm How Much: £19.50, £18, £16.50 (plus concessions) Friday 26 ― £17 & £16 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
'A real, laugh out loud comedy musical.' - BBC 'It’s Sex and the City with HRT and funny songs.' - Glasgow Herald 'The audience shrieked their heads off and whooped in delight.' - The Scotsman
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March '10 / Music
Alan Field Associates Presents
The Bootleg Sixties The Bootleg Sixties is a fully self – contained two hour show packed with great music from all the classic artists of the decade. It is backdropped by fantastic visual footage, including archive material from the City of Wakefield! The show features guest appearances, fantastic 60’s costumes and a spectacular performance by The Overtures which is sure to delight audiences of all ages. The Overtures are recognised as one of the finest exponents of Sixties music. They were proud to have been asked personally by Sir Elton John to be the main act at his civil partnership ceremony, as well as to support him at the 02
Arena in London on New Year’s Eve 2008. 'They’re just the best band of their kind in the world…' - Sir Elton John, GQ Magazine
When: Thursday 4 March ― 7.30pm How Much: £16.50, £15, £13.50 (plus concessions) £14 & £13 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
March '10 / Music
Chimes International Presents
Gerry Cross The Mersey
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Join in this musical journey through the life and times of one of our greatest 60's icons – Gerry Marsden.
Gerry & The Pacemakers topped the UK and US charts for much of the 60's. Gerry talks about his early beginnings in Liverpool, those heady days of the 60's and up to the present. Hear all Gerry’s greatest hits mixed with stories, jokes and anecdotes from his years at the top. This is a roller coaster ride of fun, music and nostalgia not to be missed.
When: Friday 5 March ― 7.30pm How Much: £17, £15.50, £14 (plus concessions) £14.50 & £13.50 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
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March '10 / Music
Hull Truck Theatre Present
Marty Wilde & The Wildcats
Men of the World Written and Directed by
One of the greatest names of 50's and 60's music looks back at a career spanning over fifty years of Rock and Roll.
‘Along with his great pal Joe Brown of the Bruvvers, Marty Wilde is a legend.’ - Liverpool Echo
Join Marty as he presents a stunning evening of rock memories from his own vaults, and also pays homage to friends who helped shape the nature of British Rock and Roll. Including his personal favourites.... Bad Boy, Jesamine, Teenager in Love, Rubber Ball, Jezabel, Sea of Love, and many many more.
‘Marty Wilde is one of the greatest names in the business.’ - The Journal
John Godber
Join Stick, Frank and Happy Larry (two men and a woman!) as they embark on another coach journey down the Rhine Valley….these long suffering drivers have seen it all and done it all! Travel with them to
‘…British rock and roll singing idol ...’ - Birmingham Evening Mail
A touching, funny and provoking comedy written by one of the nation’sleading comedy playwrights who has written over 50 plays!
When: Tuesday 9 ― Saturday 13 March Tuesday ― Friday 7.30pm Saturday 4pm & 8pm (4pm all seats £10) How Much: £16, £14, £12 (plus concessions)
When: Saturday 6 March ― 7.30pm How Much: £20, £18.50, £17 (plus concessions) £17.50 & £16.50 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
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Paris with thirty old age pensioners, search for lost teeth in Koblenz, witness love affairs in Boppard and finally after a four-day ‘Umpah’ party make the long journey back. Funny, sad and cinematic you’ll be amazed as Stick, Frank and Happy Larry play many of the pensioners in a total evocation of a bus trip.
March '10 / Drama
Marty Wilde Productions Ltd Presents
Tuesday 9 ― £13.50 & £12 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311 'This portrayal of the microcosmic world of coach travel, which purports to be filled with holiday ‘fun’ is utterly hilarious.' - Manchester On Stage 'This is a touching and funny celebration of one of society’s marginalized sectors.' - The Yorkshire Post
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March '10 / Musical Theatre
The Gondoliers The Gondoliers tells the tale of a young bride of the heir to the throne of Barataria who arrives in Venice to join her husband. It turns out, however, that he cannot be identified, since he was entrusted to the care of a drunken gondolier who mixed up the prince with his own son. To complicate matters, the King of Barataria himself has just been killed.
March '10 / Music
The Gondoliers was Gilbert and Sullivan's last great success. In this opera, Gilbert returns to the satire of class distinctions figuring in many of his earlier librettos.
'...perhaps the most loved G & S opera of all, calling for outstanding principals.' - Noel Rigg (NODA)
GTA MUSIC for Baton Productions Presents
The Blues Band – 30th Anniversary Tour Arguably the most successful blues musicians in Britain today, The Blues Band continue to delight audiences with their extensive mix of Rhythm & Blues and Roots music.
Powerful and emotional lead vocals from Paul Jones and Dave Kelly feature throughout this evening of authentic blues music. Acknowledged throughout Europe and beyond as being amongst the very finest performers of R&B, they have inspired numerous
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When: Wednesday 17 ― Saturday 20 March Wednesday ― Friday 7.30pm Saturday 2pm & 7pm (2pm all seats £12) How Much: £14, £13, £12 (plus concessions) Children £6 (Sat Mat only) (no concessions on Saturday evening) Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
From the people who brought you Around The Horn Presents
Stop Messing About From the team that brought you the hugely successful Round The Horne ...Revisited comes a guaranteed laugh-aminute evening, as Kenneth Williams’ waspish wit takes centre stage this spring.
Stop Messing About is set during a live recording, packed with outrageously funny sketches, parodies and songs, which reunited Kenneth Williams with his Carry On co-star Joan Sims and Hugh Paddick transporting you back to a time when comedy meant being funny, with scarcely a swear word in sight.
This wonderfully entertaining show comes from the pens of comedy writing legends Johnnie Mortimer and Brian Cooke who were responsible for some of Britain’s best-loved sitcoms including; Man About The House, Robin’s Nest, Father Dear Father and George and Mildred.
March '10 / Drama
Wakefield Gilbert & Sullivan Society Presents
'Dazzling inventive humour.' - Sunday Telegraph When: Thursday 25 ― Saturday 27 March ― 7.30pm Saturday 4pm & 8pm (4pm all seats £14) How Much: £20, £18, £16 (plus concessions) Thursday 25 ― £17.50 & £16 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
other blues bands while remaining a constant, increasingly popular fixture.
When: Wednesday 24 March ― 7.30pm How Much: £17.50, £16, £14.50 (plus concessions) £15 & £ 14 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
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March '10 / Local Stars March '10 / Musical Theatre
Featuring Century Brass and Wakefield AOS Chorus The hugely talented ensemble Century Brass returns to the Theatre Royal Wakefield to join Wakefield AOS Chorus for an evening of popular classics, big band favourites, West End show stoppers and timeless standards. The members of Century Brass have played with many of the UK’s leading orchestras, brass bands and big bands, as well as touring with West End productions and working in the recording studio.
'Century Brass and Voices' is not to be missed!
When: Sunday 28 March ― 7.15pm How Much: £13, £12, £11 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
Derek Block Artistes Agency Ltd Presents
Beyond the Barricade Brand New Spring 2010 Show Back by overwhelming public demand, the most successful and popular touring show of its kind Beyond the Barricade returns with a brand new production for 2010.
Don’t miss the musicals event of the year!! ‘A musical masterclass.’ – The Daily Mirror
March '10 / Opera
Century Brass & Voices
Recreating original West End and Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, this cast of past principal performers from Les Miserables and the West End perform songs from Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Phantom of the Opera, We Will Rock You, Blood Brothers, and many more, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables! 20
English Chamber Opera Presents
Wakefield AOS Chorus Presents
Cosi fan tutte Music by Wolfgang A. Mozart Libretto by Lorenzo da Ponte Renowned for her dramatic and musical skills, internationally acclaimed British mezzo soprano Sally Burgess makes her directorial debut with this witty comedy in an English language production for English Chamber Opera. Set in 1950's Positano, this new production will focus on the fascinating and timeless relationships between Mozart's characters, and the sheer genius of his score. 'Three exceptionally fine sopranos Sarah Moule, Rebecca Cooper and Beverley Worboys.' - The Oxford Times
When: Tuesday 30 March ― 7.30pm How Much: £18.50, £17, £15.50 (plus concessions)
When: Wednesday 31 March ― 7.30pm How Much: £18.50, £17, £15.50 (plus concessions)
£16 & £15 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
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April '10 / Dance
Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds Presents
Essence Of Ireland
Cider With Rosie
Capturing the true spirit of the Emerald Isle, Essence of Ireland is a breathtaking spectacle of stunning choreography, superb musicianship and dazzling costumes.
With a selection of some of the finest dancers and musicians in the land, Essence of Ireland sweeps audiences along a breathtaking journey of music, song and dance with a kaleidoscope of colour and a backdrop of extremely infectious high octane live music.
'Entirely unique and Highly recommended.' - Irish World
In a new adapatation by Daniel O'Brien
'I belonged to a generation which saw, by chance, the end of a thousand years' life.'
Rural Gloucestershire, England 1917. Horses pulling ploughs. Charabanc outings to Westonsuper-Mare. The frozen white winters and blazing orange summers of memory. Heroic fourteen-year-old giant Spadge Hopkins. Tyrannical teacher Old Crabby. The warring ancient rival Grannies Trill and Wallon. And of course that first, unforgettable, cider-fuelled encounter in the harvest fields. Laurie Lee's story puts on record the England that we
When: Thursday 8 ― Saturday 10 April ― 7.30pm How Much: £16, £14, £12 (plus concessions) £13.50 & £12 Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
have traded for the petrol engine in an evocative prose poem that sparkles, winks and wryly smiles. "He had a nightingale inside him" read his Guardian obituary - it will be heard singing clearly in this charming and lyrical production.
Don't Miss
Coming Soon '10
When: Wednesday 7 April ― 7.30pm How Much: £18, £16.50, £15 (plus concessions) Book online: theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Box office: 01924 211 311
By Laurie Lee
April '10 / Drama
The Show Providers Ltd Present
June 2010!
AN ECLECTIC MIX OF PERFORMANCES AND WORKSHOPS SHOWCASING THE FINEST DANCEMAKERS IN THE COUNTRY
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Cafe / Art walk / Meal Deal
Performing For Success
Wakefield's café in the theatre Theatre Royal Wakefield’s Interval Café is an intimate setting to enjoy a break from the hustle and bustle. Situated on the corner of the theatre the café has a tasty menu which aims to please any palate and pocket!
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Choose from a range of light bites, homemade soups and daily specials, indulge in freshly baked cakes and scones or try one of our traditional cream teas. Open Monday to Friday ― 11am – 3pm
Art Walk 2010
Interval Café displays a series of visual art exhibitions as part of Artwalk which is an initiative that showcases local, national and international talent in a range of settings across Wakefield.
Artwalk is a free event on the last Wednesday of every other month where the various venues open their doors from 5pm until 9pm to exhibit the latest visual art exhibition. Venues provide refreshments - Interval Café provides free homemade snacks and a free glass of wine. 27/1, 31/3, 26/5, 28/7.
Pre & Post Show Theatre Meal Deals Theatre Royal Wakefield is proud to work with local restaurants to bring you a choice of pre or post-theatre meals deals. Our Box Office team will take the hassle away by booking and taking payment, what more can you ask!
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Choose from a tasty 2 course Indian with Mumbai for only £9.95 or go for a delicious 2 course Italian at Sloanes Restaurant for only £9.95 – both restaurants are very close to the theatre so you can relax and enjoy!
The Performing for Success programme has entered its second year after being the first ever art organisation to deliver the scheme.
Creative Engagement Theatre Royal Wakefield’s Creative Engagement Team continues to work closely with the local community; working with a range of organsations as well as schools and colleges to deliver award winning workshops, artistic programmes and art activities.
The Creative Engagement team have worked with six primary schools since the programme started and now have an extensive list of schools signed up to take part throughout 2010 and beyond. The PfS programme aims to raise standards in key skills for young people through drama and the arts as well as to improve selfconfidence and self esteem, inspire and support independent learning and support pupils to maximise their talents.
Wakefield Youth Music Theatre Over 50 young people took part in our Youth Music Theatre production of Footloose this year. They wowed audiences with their acting, singing and dancing talents. Each year Theatre Royal Wakefield hold open auditions for parts in our annual September WYMT production. For information about any of these projects please contact engage@ theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk or call our box office on 01924 211 311 or you can sign up to our regular e-newsletters via our website.
Moves: A Festival of Dance June 2010 will see our third annual dance festival take place. Moves - A Festival of Dance will be a week of internationally acclaimed dance performances, workshops, residencies and community performances. The festival is aimed at encouraging younger people to engage with different forms of art and dance.
National Anti-bullying Week Forum Theatre Following the success of the Creative Engagement anti-bullying programme, the Anti-bullying Strategy Group commissioned the team to produce a school tour of interactive performances and workshops for National Anti-bullying Week. Our Creative Engagement team have since worked with over 300 young people to explore issues surrounding cyber-bullying and this year Theatre Royal Wakefield set up an accompanying website with advice and information for young people, parents and schools www.LetsActOn.co.uk. Thanks to on-going support from the Wakefield Anti-bullying Partnership / WMDC, the Creative Engagement team are able to run these workshops at schools during the Spring term at a reduced rate, contact us to book a session. Theatre Royal Wakefield - a great night out!
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Booking Information
Seating Plan
Phone: 01924 211 311
The seats shaded pale yellow on the diagram have restricted views of the stage.
Online: www.theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Email: box.office@theatreroyalwakefield.co.uk Write: Theatre Royal Wakefield, Drury Lane, Wakefield, WF1 2TE Opening Times: The box office is open Monday to Saturday 10am - 6pm (or until half an hour after the performance starts), Sundays and Public Holidays from 1 hour before the first performance. Please Note:
Tickets will be held for three working days only. All ticket prices quoted include a £1 donation to the Trust’s Capital Development Appeal. £:
T & C’s:
Unfortunately once tickets have been purchased we cannot refund them. We are happy to exchange them up to 48 hours before the performance. There is a charge of £1 for this service. Concessions and discounted tickets must be 26
Groups & Schools:
Groups receive the following discounts for any show: 10+ 50p off per seat 20+ £1 off per seat 50+ £2 off per seat Contact your dedicated group booker who will help you plan your visit and secure the discounts on: 01924 334117. Schools and Youth Groups pay £8 per ticket with one free adult place for every 10 seats booked.
The discounted ticket price is for children only, adults pay full price for extra seats. Contact your dedicated school/ youth groups booker who will help you plan your visit and secure the discounts on: 01924 334117. Access:
We have eight wheelchair spaces in the stalls area and accessible toilet facilities. Wheelchair users and one companion are entitled to discounted tickets. Please state at time of booking if a wheelchair space is required. An induction loop system is installed at the theatre. Mincom number is 01924 215 522. Guide dogs are admitted. There is a large print version of this brochure available, please ask at Box Office.
How to find us & Parking Parking is available at the 24 hour Pay and Display car park diagonally opposite the theatre on the Westgate/Smyth St crossroads. Free parking is available after 6pm at the rear of Unity House. Free parking is also available at Wakefield Arts Centre.
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We accept cash, cheque, debit or credit cards. Tickets can be posted to you at a cost of £1 or collected at Box Office. Cheques are made payable to Theatre Royal Wakefield, please include a SAE if you want your tickets posted. Tickets can be purchased through Wakefield TIC.
requested when booking a ticket. When available these apply to under16’s, full-time students, those in receipt of means tested benefits, over 60’s and registered disabled. Proof of eligibility is required. Ticket offers or promotions cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer unless otherwise stated.
Seats marked with 'W' are wheelchair spaces.
Directions to Wakefield Arts Centre from Wakefield City Centre
Take the A642 signposted Horbury and Huddersfield. The turning is signposted ‘Wakefield College and Arts Centre’.
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Spring Season at a glance JANUARY 2010 Mon Tue Fri Sat Wed Thu Fri Sat Tue Wed Thu
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The Ukulele Orchestra Of GB WFS: The Class Elvis: The Concert Years Pop Goes The 80’s Magic - A Kind of ELO Over The Rainbow Over The Rainbow Over The Rainbow WFS: The Boy in Stripped Pyjamas Pappy’s Fun Club @ Wakefield Arts Centre Macbeth Macbeth Macbeth Macbeth
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When Harry Met Sally When Harry Met Sally When Harry Met Sally FFC @ Wakefield Arts Centre When Harry Met Sally When Harry Met Sally Peter Pan Peter Pan Peter Pan Peter Pan Peter Pan Peter Pan Peter Pan WFS: Welcome to the Sticks The Hairy Bikers Grimethorpe Colliery Band An Adult Evening with Billy Pierce Global Echoes Animal Farm @ Wakefield Arts Centre 1984 @ Wakefield Arts Centre
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The Bay City Rollers Hot Flush Hot Flush Glenn Tilbrook
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7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 8.00pm Sat 6 7.30pm Tue 9 7.30pm Wed 10 7.30pm Thu 11 7.30pm Fri 12 7.30pm Sat 13 4.00pm 8.00pm Wed 17 7.30pm Thu 18 7.30pm Fri 19 7.30pm Sat 20 2.00pm 7.00pm Tue 23 7.30pm Wed 24 7.30pm Thu 25 7.30pm Fri 26 7.30pm Sat 27 4.00pm 8.00pm Sun 28 7.15pm Tue 30 7.30pm Wed 31 7.30pm
WFS: Is Anybody There? The Bootleg Sixies Gerry Cross the Mersey FFC @ Wakefield Arts Centre Marty Wilde Men Of The World Men Of The World Men Of The World Men Of The World Men Of The World Men Of The World The Gondoliers The Gondoliers The Gondoliers The Gondoliers The Gondoliers WFS: Gomorrah Blues Band Stop Messing About Stop Messing About Stop Messing About Stop Messing About Century Brass & Voices Beyond the Barricades Cosi Fan Tutte
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Essence of Ireland Cider with Rosie Cider with Rosie FFC @ Wakefield Arts Centre Cider with Rosie Theatre Royal Wakefield - a great night out!
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