Watford Colosseum Spring/Summer 2014 Brochure by Watford Colosseum

WATFORD

COLOSSEUM VENUE

SPRING / SUMMER 2014

highlights this season… BLOOD BROTHERS NEW JERSEY NIGHTS ANTON DU BEKE TOPLOADER SUGGS PAUL HOLLYWOOD FRANK SKINNER DINOSAUR ZOO CHARLIE AND LOLA PEPPA PIG

plus much, much more…

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Your local venue... PRINT YOUR TICKETS AT HOME For your convenience you can now print your tickets at home for most events, saving you postage or unnecessary queuing to collect your tickets. Simply choose ‘Print at Home’ when booking online or on the phone and bring your printed ticket with you on the night. If you would like any help with your booking call our friendly Ticketing Team on 0845 075 3993

NEW

kids’ menu

We have a delicious new Kids’ Menu available from March, suitable for under 12s. For only £5.95 kids can order a main and pudding and add a Fruit Shoot for only £1.00. Plus every kid gets a pack of crayons and an activity sheet! Just look for the following button on the family show pages.

NEW

kids’ menu AVAILABLE

FRIDAY LUNCH OFFER Treat yourself to a fabulous lunchtime meal deal in the elegant Forum Restaurant. For only £5.00 per person you can order from our Friday Lunch Club menu, available between 12pm and 3pm. No booking necessary.

Watford Colosseum is managed for

Watford Borough Council by HQ Theatres & Hospitality

SPRING / SUMMER 2014 GROUPS PACKAGES

ENJOY A MEAL BEFORE THE SHOW Whether it’s a light bite in our Café Bar or a relaxed meal in our elegant Forum Restaurant, Watford Colosseum has a range of delicious pre-show dining options available. Reserving a table in the Forum Restaurant is quick and easy, call

0845 075 3993 or online at

watfordcolosseum.co.uk

Watford Colosseum is the ideal venue for you and your group to enjoy an evening of great entertainment. Whether you’re organising a small family celebration or a large group outing we have a variety of fantastic hospitality packages to make your visit extra special. For more information about our tasty food and drink packages or to pre-book, contact our Group Sales Co-ordinator Jane Kirk on 01923 474124 or email groups@watfordcolosseum.co.uk

NEW SEASONAL MENU The new seasonal menu is available in the Forum Restaurant on selected shows from March. We’re proud to announce that the Colosseum has been awarded a Red Tractor certificate, which shows that your food has come from trusted farms that have met high standards every step of the way from farm to table. Reserve your table now at

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BEAT THE QUEUES...

Why not beat the interval rush by pre-ordering your interval drinks? Staff at any of our bars will be happy to take your order allowing you to enjoy a relaxing drink and chat during the interval.

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FORUM EVENT

WED 26 FEBRUARY 8PM

FRIDAY NIGHT IS MUSIC NIGHT Join BBC Radio 2’s Ken Bruce for an evening of music by those masters of the operetta – W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan. This special Friday Night is Music Night features many of their greatest hits including songs from The Mikado; HMS Pinafore and The Pirates of Penzance. Richard Balcombe conducts the BBC Concert Orchestra with guest soloists Sylvia Clarke, Heather Shipp, Oliver White, Bruce Graham and Simon Butteriss. TICKETS £25.00*, £20.00* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

FOR HELPING GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL

THU 27 FEBRUARY, THU 15 MAY, THU 2 OCTOBER DOORS OPEN 7.30PM, STARTS AT 8PM

FAULTY TOWERS DINING EXPERIENCE Enter the world of the snobbish, manic Basil, his domineering wife Sybil and their hopeless language-challenged waiter, Manuel in Faulty Towers The Dining Experience, a ‘two-hour eat, drink and laugh sensation’ (Daily Telegraph). The show starts as the audience wait to be seated for their three-course meal and then hurtles along into the world of the BBC comedy series Fawlty Towers with unscripted madcap mayhem guaranteed! TICKETS £40.00 including a three-course meal. No booking fee

Since October 2010 HQ Theatres & Hospitality, alongside its sister company Qdos Entertainment, has been raising money for Great Ormond Street Hospital’s Theatres for Theatres Appeal. To date we have raised £500,000 for the appeal which aims to build new state-of-the-art operating theatres at the hospital, which treats very sick children from across the UK. This money has been raised through the generosity of our audiences and the staff of Watford Colosseum who have taken part in various fund-raising events and activities. We will continue to support the Theatres for Theatres Appeal and your ongoing support is greatly appreciated. On behalf of Great Ormond Street Hospital, a huge thank you.

Priority MEMBERS’ CLUB

RIORITY TICKET ACCESS • NO BOOKING FEES • E-NEWSLETTER P 10% DINING DISCOUNT • BROCHURE PREVIEW ALL FOR JUST £30 A YEAR

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FRI 28 FEBRUARY 8PM

SUN 2 MARCH 10AM – 5PM

FRI 7 MARCH 8PM

UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE

WATFORD WEDDING SHOW

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC

The nine-piece UK Pink Floyd Experience replicates the lineup 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. With a selection of songs from Piper at the Gates of Dawn, Saucer Full of Secrets, Ummagumma, Atom Heart Mother, Meddle, The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals and The Wall, this is a truly sensational show and a fabulous tribute to one of the world’s greatest bands.

If you are a bride or groom getting married in 2014/15 then put this date in your diary and join us at the Watford Colosseum where we’ll be 3rd hostingMarch the Sunday Watford Wedding Show.

ukpfe.com TICKETS £21.00*

The event will showcase over 60 amazing exhibitors for you to browse and chat with. There will also be fashion shows taking place through the day. So whether you are just starting your planning or finalising the last few details, why not pre-register for free entry on the day? TICKETS FREE IN ADVANCE £2.00 on the door No booking fee

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Fleetwood Mac Forever – World Tour 2014

Having performed 500 major concert shows to over a half a million fans around the world since they formed over a decade ago, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac return to the UK to present a spectacular new stage production celebrating the music of the legendary rock supergroup Fleetwood Mac. This new show Fleetwood Mac Forever celebrates in meticulous note-for-note detail all the classic hits from one of the most outstanding and enduring catalogues in the history of recorded music. TICKETS GOLD CIRCLE £33.50*, £23.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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TUE 11 MARCH 7.30PM

WED 12 MARCH 7.30PM

FRi 14 MARCH 8PM

CANADIAN CARNIVAL

ANTON DU BEKE

SHOWADDYWADDY

Music From Canada & Britain with the BBC Concert Orchestra

BBC Concert Orchestra tips its hat to Canada in a Commonwealth Day celebration. Bringing together all its versatility and style, BBC Concert Orchestra will perform a selection of classical, film and light music from both sides of the pond. The programme includes Benjamin Britten’s Canadian Carnival which is full of folk flavour including the popular Alouette; William Walton’s First Symphony, a landmark in English composition; and music from Ivor Novello-winning Canadian composer Robert Farnon. Under the baton of Principal Conductor Keith Lockhart, come and see the BBC Concert Orchestra live for a Canadian Carnival. TICKETS £22.00*, £17.00*, £12.00* GROUPS 8+ 20% off

Ballroom to Broadway with special guest Summer Strallen Lance Ellington lead vocalist Richard Balcombe conductor With world class ensemble dancers featuring Faye Huddleston and the Raymond Gubbay Big Band Orchestra The nation’s favourite Ballroom dancer Anton Du Beke is back once again with a thrilling new show to wow audiences across the UK. Featuring memorable dances alongside sensational new choreography, timeless tunes and strictly dazzling costumes to conjure up the elegance of Ballroom at its best and the unmissable razzle dazzle of Broadway. Featuring classic hits You're the Top, Anything Goes, Impossible Dream, Rhythm of Life, Hushabye Mountain, Begin the Beguine and more.

‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy live up to that title as they celebrate their 40th anniversary. Formed in the 1970s, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured the world. Don’t miss this dynamic and uplifting live show featuring all of their biggest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts of Europe including Under The Moon of Love, Three Steps to Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll, When, Blue Moon, Pretty Little Angel Eyes and many, many more. Come and join the ‘Dancing Party’…‘You’ve Got What It Takes’! TICKETS £19.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

TICKETS £44.50*, £34.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off SPECIAL OFFER £24.50* limited seats available

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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NEW

kids’ menu AVAILABLE

SAT 15 – SUN 16 MARCH Direct from Australia, Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo brings these awesome prehistoric creatures to the stage as you’ve never seen them before, up close and personal! From cute baby dinos to teeth-gnashing giants, meet the most recent addition to the Dinosaur Zoo, a carnivorous theropod known as the Australovenator, the most complete meat-eating dinosaur skeleton yet found in Australia. Observe and interact with these extraordinary life-like dinosaurs in this entertaining and highly imaginative live show. But watch out – not all of these jurassic giants are as tame as they seem! Children can watch wide-eyed from a safe distance or dare to get right up close to the creatures. A tyrannosauric treat for all ages 3+. SAT 2PM, SUN 11AM & 2PM TICKETS £13.50* SCHOOLS & GROUPS 15+ 10% off

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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SAT 22 MARCH 7.30PM

WATFORD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY War Requiem Benjamin Britten

Experience the power of Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem. Written to celebrate the consecration of the new Coventry Cathedral, the War Requiem marks Britain’s regeneration and European reconciliation after World War II. Britten skilfully uses traditional Latin text interspersed with poems by the war poet Wilfred Owen to express his deeply-held pacifism. TICKETS £18.00*, £17.00*, £15.00* UNDER 18s up to 2 at £1.00 each when purchased with a full-price ticket. Additional child tickets half price.

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CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS

‘BRILLIANT SHOW, PERFECT HARMONIES, THE CROWD WENT WILD’ LIVERPOOL ECHO THU 20 – FRI 21 MARCH 8PM Direct from the USA the international smash-hit show New Jersey Nights comes to the Watford Colosseum as part of the world tour. The show is a spectacular celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, and takes the audience on a nostalgic musical journey through the career of one of the biggest selling groups of all time. From the back street studio in New Jersey where it all began, this vibrant production includes all of The Four Seasons’ greatest hits, including Sherry, Rag Doll, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man and many more. The production features an award-winning cast of singers, dancers, unique stage sets and a rockin’ on stage band. New Jersey Nights has smashed box office records right across the USA and UK and is proving to be one of the most successful touring shows of all time. TICKETS £28.50*, £25.50*, £22.50* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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COMEDY

CLUB

THU 27 MARCH, THU 8 MAY, THU 24 JULY DOORS 7.30PM, CURRY SERVED 8PM What a great night! A curry and three of the finest up-and-coming comedians all for £18.00. Join us in March and enjoy Dave Twentyman’s chatty, cheeky style, Ian Moore’s laconic observations on life and David Trent’s reckless bluster. Great nights not to be missed!

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If you’re bringing a group of 10+ then contact Jane Kirk on groups@watfordcolosseum.co.uk or 0845 075 3993 to discuss hospitality for your group.

DRINKS DEALS 4 bottles of BEER

NEW

£12.00

ORDER ON ARRIVAL GROUPS 10+ 10% OFF

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*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

‘A TRIUMPHANT EVENING... UNMISSABLE AND UNBEATABLE’ THE SPECTATOR

THE MUSICAL FOR ALL TIME

‘EXHILARATING...ONE OF THE BEST MUSICALS EVER WRITTEN’ SUNDAY TIMES

‘GRITTY, GRIPPING, SUPERB...IT’S A MUST!’ MAIL ON SUNDAY

MON – WED 7.30PM THU – SAT 8PM THU & SAT 2.30PM

MON 31 March – SAT 5 APRIL Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True. Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-awardwinning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright’s production surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the Standing Ovation Musical, as inevitably it; ‘brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval’ Jack Tinker, Daily Mail.

TICKETS Mon Eve £21.50* Tue – Thu Eve £28.50*, £25.50*, £19.50* Thu & Sat Mat £28.50*, £25.50*, £19.50* Fri & Sat Eve £29.50*, £26.50*, £20.50* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off (exc. Fri & Sat Eve) GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off SCHOOLS 10+ £15.00 per ticket. One teacher goes free for every 10 paid tickets (exc. Fri & Sat performances) Pre-book your three-course meal and receive a

FREE glass of house wine *A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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TUE 8 – WED 9 APRIL

‘If you’ve got kids, go and see Charlie and Lola’s Best Bestest Play. If you haven’t, borrow some and go anyway…it’s a genuine delight.’

Watershed Productions present the BBC Worldwide and Polka Theatre production of

SUNDAY EXPRESS

I have this little sister Lola. She is small and very funny… Don’t miss everyone’s favourite brother and sister, Charlie and Lola, in their extremely everso wonderful stage show! The stars of the hit BBC TV series and books by Lauren Child are brought to life by a magical mix of puppets, live action and music. Will Charlie ever get Lola to sleep, even though she is not sleepy and will not go to bed? It won’t be easy – the tigers want their bedtime milk, the dancing dogs have borrowed Lola’s pyjamas and Lola thinks there is an ogre hiding in the wardrobe! Ideal for ages 3+ Based on the characters created by Lauren Child Adapted by Jonathan Lloyd

NEW

TUE 11AM, 1.30PM & 4PM, WED 11AM & 1.30PM TICKETS £13.50* TIERED STALLS, £12.00* CIRCLE GROUPS 15+ 10% off

Charlie and Lola’s Best Bestest Play lasts 1 hour 10 minutes including interval. For more details & free downloadable teachers’ pack, see watershedtheatre.com

kids’ menu AVAILABLE

Charlie and Lola ™ and © Lauren Child 2005. Charlie and Lola is produced by Tiger Aspect Productions and distributed by BBC Worldwide Ltd. BBC Worldwide logo ™ & © BBC 1996.

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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FRI 11 APRIL 8PM

FRI 25 APRIL 8PM

SUN 27 APRIL 7.30PM

THE RAT PACK

THE DREAMBOYS

THE JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW

15th Anniversary Tour Direct from London’s Leicester Square Theatre and a Royal Command Performance, the original British tribute to Frank, Dean and Sammy brings the glamour and excitement of Las Vegas to vivid life. Featuring classics such as My Way, Amore, and Mr Bojangles, the cast includes David Alacey (Lovejoy), Des Coleman (EastEnders) and Paul Drakeley (BBC Musician of the Year) with The Don Hunt Orchestra and Flamingo Showgirls. Don’t miss this opportunity to join the Kings of Cool with their swinging band for a unique night – Vegas style. Memories really are made of this! TICKETS £19.00*, £17:50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

The Dreamboys are the UK’s top male glamour show and the most famous male stripper act the UK has ever produced. With special guest appearances on massive TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother and The Only Way Is Essex, The Dreamboys are the only male strip group in history to have celebrity status. If you’re looking for the very best girls’ night out, look no further than these incredible stripping hunks. An action packed two-hour show of music, muscle, magic and mayhem, these boys will leave you breathless and begging for more! TICKETS £23.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ NEW 20% off

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This year prepare for an incredible musical adventure celebrating the career of a music legend, Johnny Cash. Fronted by respected singer/ songwriter Clive John, Cash's performances are recreated with astounding accuracy and he truly captures the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show. All the greatest hits are included; Ring of Fire, Walk the Line as well as the Johnny and June duets, Jackson, Long Legged Guitar Pickin’ Man and so many more. Don't miss the only Johnny Cash tribute show to be endorsed by the Cash family. TICKETS £19.50*, £17.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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SUGGS My Life Story

The death of Suggs’ beloved cat on his fiftieth birthday triggers a personal quest to discover what happened to the father he never knew. Stunned by what he learns, Suggs is taken back to his childhood on the tough streets of 1970s Soho and his first appearance on Top Of The Pops at the age of eighteen… In Suggs: My Life Story the Madness frontman takes to the stage in an hilarious, yet moving, one man tour de force playing with musical accompaniment and uncalled for interjection from Deano his loyal manservant-cum-pianist. TICKETS £26.50*

4 BOTTLES OF BEER £12.00

FRI 2 MAY 7.30PM

TOPLOADER Formed in 1997, and with a string of over 20 hits at home and abroad, Toploader rose to global fame with their cover of Dancing In The Moonlight, maintaining a top 40 position in the official UK charts for 50 weeks in the year 2000. Following the re-release of this hit song and with a new single released in Autumn 2013, the original Toploader band are back on the road again and will revisit all of their singles including Dancing In The Moonlight, Achilles Heel and Time Of My Life as well as introducing fans to their brand-new material. TICKETS £18.00* in advance, £21.00* on the day BAR AVAILABLE AFTER THE SHOW

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BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk SUN 4 MAY 7.30PM Featuring the celebrated Chisinau National Opera and Philharmonic Orchestra with international soloists. Directed by Ellen Kent, this brand-new production is traditionally staged and features lavish sets and costumes. La Bohème is one of the most romantic operas ever written. It tells the tragic tale of the doomed, consumptive Mimi and her love for a penniless writer. This classic tale of Parisian love and loss features many famous arias including Your Tiny Hand is Frozen, They Call Me Mimi and Muzetta’s Waltz. Sung in Italian with English surtitles. 'Authentic, tender and passionate' Daily Telegraph TICKETS £35.00*, £31.00*, £24.00* CONCESSIONS £3.50 off UNDER 16s £17.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

WED 7 MAY 8PM

RUBY WAX Sane New World Ruby Wax, the much-loved US-born comedian, actor and writer, is coming to Watford Colosseum with her brand-new show, Sane New World. Based on her critically-acclaimed book of the same name, this show is your passport to saner living. She might not be sane herself but she does a pretty good imitation. TICKETS £17.50*, £15.50*

FRI 9 MAY 8PM

THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC

Enjoy the most authoritative ABBA spectacular ever with an all-new, sequin-spangled production featuring all your favourite hits: Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, Mamma Mia and more. Seen the record-breaking movie? Taken in the smash-hit West End musical? Bought the chart-topping albums and singles? Now experience the UK’s No1 concert show Thank You for the Music! TICKETS £21.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off UNDER 14s £15.00* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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GROUPS

GET

MORE You can save £££s off selected shows when you visit the Colosseum with a group of 10 or more family, friends or work colleagues.

By booking all the seats at the same time you could be eligible for discounted tickets. Our Groups Sales Co-ordinator can advise you of any special rates and discounts, the best available seats and how to make your payment. Contact Jane Kirk, our Groups Sales Co-ordinator on 01923 474124 groups@watfordcolosseum.co.uk

SAT 10 MAY 7.30PM

CARMINA BURANA

Presented by English Philharmonia and Chorus Following a triumphant performance of The Armed Man (Karl Jenkins) at Watford Colosseum in 2012, English Philharmonia and Chorus return under the baton of conductor Graham Wili with another exciting programme. Carl Orff’s dramatic and engaging Carmina Burana is both popular and instantly recognisable and shares top billing with George Gershwin’s thrilling and well-loved Rhapsody in Blue, for piano and jazz band. Adding pizazz to the evening is the world premiere of a new jazz piece, The Seasons, by Sebastian Weiss, commissioned by English Philharmonia Chorus especially for this concert.

TUE 13 MAY & TUE 1 JULY 1PM

TEA DANCE Mr Wonderful returns to the Colosseum with a series of glittering dance events suited to beginners and experienced dancers alike. Bring your dancing shoes and take to the floor for a graceful, elegant and nostalgic afternoon of dancing. The Colosseum’s Tea Dance will evoke memories of a forgotten era and create memories of a new one. TICKETS £5.00 GROUPS 10+ 20% off Tea, coffee and a selection of homemade cakes available. No booking fee

TICKETS £25.00*, £20.00*, £15.00* UNDER 18s £15.00* SCHOOLS 15+ £15.00 plus 1 free teacher ticket for every 10 purchased

BISTRO DINING

is available in the Café-Bar before every performance

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STARRING

LESLEY JOSEPH & MATT SLACK NEW

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‘THE AUDIENCE SHRIEKED THEIR HEADS OFF AND WHOOPED IN DELIGHT’ THE SCOTSMAN

Meet Myra, Sylvia, Helen and Jessica and 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. Starring Lesley Joseph and Matt Slack, Hot Flush! is more fun than joining a gym, cheaper than Botox and might even leave you feeling 34 ½ again! So wipe away the credit crunch blues and get your girlfriends together for an unmissable night. TICKETS £21.50*, £18.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

THU 22 MAY 8PM

THE KING OF POP The Legend Continues

King Of Pop: The Legend Continues is led by the world’s number one Michael Jackson tribute artist Navi, the only MJ tribute ever invited to perform for Michael himself. Along with his live band and dancers, Navi brilliantly recreates all the Jackson classics in a show that will take you closer than you ever imagined to an original Jackson concert. Featuring hits such as Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Black or White, Thriller, Man in the Mirror and the Jackson Five classics in a show suitable for the whole family. TICKETS £20.00*, £18.00* UNDER 12s £12.00* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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FRI 16 MAY 8PM

Jive Talkin’ perform

Live in Concert The timeless repertoire of the Bee Gees is brought to life in this stunning stage production that is taking the country by storm. This charismatic ensemble boasts stars from TV and London’s West End and is fronted by real-life family members Darren, Gary and Jack Simmons making for an unrivalled vocal harmony blend. Backed up by a stunning band and live string section, you will be taken on an emotional journey from tender orchestrated 60s classics such as Massachusetts and Words, to the 70s Disco classics such as Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive and Tragedy. An unforgettable evening that will have you both reaching for your handkerchiefs and dancing in the aisles.

TICKETS £20.50*, £18.00* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off *A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

‘Truly sensational’ Wakefield Express

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PAUL HOLLYWOOD LIVE Get Your Bake On! Paul Hollywood takes to the Watford Colosseum stage for an evening of baking, comedy and fun. Audience members will get a real insight into Paul’s life and career, from the story of how his father persuaded him to ditch his path as a trained sculptor and join the family baking business to anecdotes from his time filming The Great British Bake Off. Says Paul, “When I was approached to do a tour, I jumped at the chance, I can’t wait to share my passion for baking with a live audience.” Paul will demonstrate his favourite recipes during the show and four lucky audience members will be invited to take part with the chance to be dubbed star baker. TICKETS £28.50*

BUY 2 LARGE GLASSES OF HOUSE WINE & GET THE REST OF THE BOTTLE

FREE

FRI 30 & SAT 31 MAY 7.30PM

FRANK SKINNER Man in a Suit

Following a sell-out London run comedy legend Frank Skinner brings his brand-new show to Watford Colosseum. ‘You could put Skinner down in front of any audience at any time and he would have it in stitches.’ Waldemar Januszczak ‘Provocative, remorseless, and very, very funny.’ The Times ‘A timely reminder of just why the Black Country comic stood out from the crowd in the first place. Welcome back Frank.’ Metro TICKETS £28.50*

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

NEW

kids’ menu

WED 28 & THU 29 MAY

AVAILABLE

Come and join Peppa and her friends for another all-singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and muddy puddles! The nursery roof is leaking and Peppa and her friends need to fix it – quick! As they set up a fete to raise the money for the repairs, they’ll need your help to make sure everything goes smoothly. Join Peppa, George, Mummy and Daddy Pig, as well as Danny Dog, Pedro Pony and Suzy Sheep as they have fun putting up bunting, running stalls and organising a great day out. There’s also a Champion Puddle Jumping competition judged by Mr Potato where everyone gets wet and Peppa needs to find her Golden Boots! Peppa Pig returns live on stage with super cute puppets and brilliant sing-a-long songs in this brand new show that will brighten your day. So grab your wellies and brollies and get splashing!

WED 10.30AM, 1PM & 4PM THU 10.30AM & 1PM TICKETS £16.50*, £14.50* UNDER 16s £2.00 off FAMILY OFFER (2 adults, 2 children) £59.00* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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MURDER MYSTERY DINNER

The room is set. The suspects you’ll know. The weapons are obvious. Murder is on the menu! The Professor’s dinner parties are the talk of the town. But it’s never a question of what he serves but rather who he has invited. Tonight, the VIP list includes an ex-military professional, a silent movie actress and a celebrated London chef. Each is instructed to bring an item of interest, value or charm and the winner will be the person not caught out by the twist at midnight! Enjoy a delicious three-course dinner while the plot twists, turns and finally unfolds! TICKETS £40.00 No booking fee

FORUM EVENT

FRI 6 JUNE 8PM

TENORS UNLIMITED The Rat Pack of Opera

Join the UK’s original classical-crossover ‘man band’ for a fantastic musical journey that will move you and make you laugh in equal measure. Scott, Paul and Jem will perform some of their favourite songs in a brand new show that includes hits from the world of opera, musical theatre and pop, interspersed with some self-penned original material from their forthcoming album. This combination of powerful vocals, rich harmony and tender, intimate love songs will give you an evening like no other. TICKETS £22.50*, £19.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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THu 5 JUNE 7.30PM

SUN 15 JUNE 8PM

WED 18 JUNE 7.30PM

BLOFELD & BAXTER

GRUMPY OLD WOMEN

WATFORD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY

Memories of Test Match Special

Fifty Shades of Beige

Join Henry Blofeld and Peter Baxter for a trip down memory lane and discover the untold stories of the Test Match Special commentary box and beyond. This is your invitation to hear tall tales from across the globe, anecdotes from both on and off the pitch and all the exclusive behind-the-scenes adventures from Brian Johnson to Tuffers. Fresh from their Australian roadtrip for the Ashes expect ‘direct from the booth’ insights and your chance to quiz these stalwarts of the cricketing fraternity. TICKETS £18.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

By popular demand the Grumpies are back to knock some sense into the nation. Perrier Award-winning comedian, writer and original star of Grumpy Old Women Jenny Eclair will be joined by fellow recruits Susie Blake (Mrs Brown’s Boys, Coronation Street) and actress and singer Kate Robbins (Where The Heart Is, Casualty) in this brand spanking new show. Learn the art of ‘Grumpy Grooming’, the joy of large pants and enjoy a mercifully brief Zumba demonstration. Bask in an orgy of fury and laughs in this glorious live version of the hit TV show. TICKETS £21.00* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ BUY 2 LARGE GLASSES 20% off OF HOUSE WINE & GET THE REST OF THE BOTTLE

Gilbert and Sullivan

Terry Edwards conductor Watford Philharmonic choir and orchestra present a selection of songs and music from four popular Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas. World famous in their lifetimes, Gilbert and Sullivan are still delighting today’s audiences with their humorous and satirical music. The evening comprises a selection of well-known pieces from The Mikado, Iolanthe, The Pirates of Penzance and H.M.S. Pinafore. Join Watford Philharmonic Society for a light-hearted evening’s entertainment at Watford Colosseum. TICKETS £18.00*, £17.00*, £15.00* UNDER 18s up to 2 at £1.00 each when purchased with a full-price ticket. Additional child tickets half price.*

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THU 19 JUNE 7.30PM

THU 26 JUNE 7.30PM

SAT 28 JUNE 7.30PM

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY

BBC Concert Orchestra

LET’S HANG ON

Words and Music from World War I Internment Camps

The award-winning production Let’s Hang On takes you on a musical journey through the prolific career of one of the most successful bands of all time – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

Direct from London’s West End, award-winning actor Dean Elliott (Buddy Holly in Buddy – The Musical) and a full cast of performers tell the compelling story of the greatest music duo of all time. Using both original photos and film footage, The Simon and Garfunkel Story also features a full live band performing all their hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water and many more. If you’re a fan of beautiful music then this is an evening not to be missed! ‘Fantastic’ BBC Radio 2 ‘An exceptional piece of theatre’ Choice Radio TICKETS £19.50*, £17.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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As part of the BBC’s World War I Centenary, the BBC Concert Orchestra looks at the life of the prisoners held in two wartime internment camps; one in London at Alexandra Palace and one in Germany at Ruhleben. The BBC Concert Orchestra will perform a selection of music written and played in the camps alongside readings of letters and poetry to tell the real-life story of the prisoners. The programme includes Elgar’s Serenade for Strings, Wagner’s Overture to Tannhäuser and a recreation of the Alexandra Palace Ragtime Waltz by Anton Wuest. TICKETS £22.00*, £17.00*, £12.00* GROUPS 8+ 20% off

From their beginnings in the early 50s, the show takes you through hits such as Beggin’, Grease, Bye Bye Baby, Big Girls Don’t Cry and many more, climaxing with a spectacular finale with, of course, Let’s Hang On! This recently revamped production now features brand new sound, lighting and AV screens. Definitely a night not to be missed! ‘You guys are dynamite’ Frankie Valli ‘These guys are absolutely brilliant’ Paul O’Grady Show TICKETS £22.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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FORUM EVENT

TICKETS £30.00 includes three-course meal plus entertainment

NEW

THU 3 JULY 7PM

ROYAL AIR FORCE BAND

l i a t k c o C BAR FRI 4 JULY, THU 11 SEPTEMBER & THU 13 NOVEMBER 8PM

A Grand Massed Bands Concert in aid of the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, the RAF’s leading welfare charity. The Central Band of the Royal Air Force, one of the country’s very finest military bands, under the direction of the RAF’s Principal Director of Music, Wing Commander Duncan Stubbs, will perform both on its own and with Mill Hill County High School’s outstanding Concert Band. The 240-strong Mill Hill County High School Year 7 Chorus will also contribute to a varied and entertaining programme. TICKETS £16.00*

Calling all ladies! An evening full of gorgeous male entertainment, a cheeky drag queen, a devilish cocktail on arrival and a scrumptious threecourse meal – this night is set to tantalise all your senses! In July you can welcome wickedly funny drag queen Davina Sparkle along with the breathtakingly handsome Blu Steel and the magnificent Magic Micky! In September, get ready for the return of Miss Dot Com and prepare to be titillated by performances from Louis Vin Dangler and Rob Knight. Come back again in November and enjoy an evening with the hysterical drag queen Laure Le Mour and sexy performances from Jonno and Marshall. Contains nudity.

Locally sourced Beechdean Farmhouse Dairy Ice Cream is served from all of the bars.

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THU 10 JULY 8PM

The Reach Out® – 50 Years of No1 Hits Tour

TICKETS £26.00* £25.00* £22.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

Celebrating 50 years of UK No1 hits, the all-new, all-star 2014 spectacular boasts more No1s than ever before. Live on stage, enjoy the music of the Temptations, Supremes, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more. Motown singles first topped the UK charts in 1964. Today the legend of the label lives on as five-star performances revive over 36 classics featuring the dance moves, costumes and musicianship made famous by Motown.

SAT 12 – SUN 13 JULY RISE Studios present

DANCE FUSION SAT 5PM, SUN 2PM & 5PM TICKETS £15.00*

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RISE Studios present their 6th Summer Show, Dance Fusion. Showcasing a variety of dance styles including ballet, tap, street, hiphop, performing arts and contemporary dance. Talented performers from aged 3 to 18 years will entertain you with contrasting routines, vibrant costumes and a variety of uplifting and funky music. Their enthusiasm and love of the arts is plain to see. We promise you will leave this show with a huge smile on your face!

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FRI 18 JULY 8PM

FRI 25 JULY 8PM

SAT 26 JULY 8PM

THE STARS FROM THE COMMITMENTS

THE ELO EXPERIENCE

A VISION OF ELVIS

Formed over seven years ago, The ELO Experience are the world's foremost tribute to this great band. With a stunning light show and large screen projection to further enhance the experience, come along and enjoy this incredible show which accurately reproduces the songs and sounds and takes you on a musical journey through time.

A Vision Of Elvis starring Rob Kingsley and his sensational band and singers is recognised as Europe’s most authentic and successful tribute to Elvis Presley. This show brings you a full evening featuring all the classic hits, from the hip swivelling 50s Sun Studios to the Movie Years and the 1968 Comeback Special with the finale being the electrifying Jumpsuit Concert Years.

Direct from Dublin!

Since 1993, with Dublin’s finest mix of gritty soul and irresistible Irish charm, The Stars from The Commitments and their band have been performing all the soul classics from the award-winning movie, The Commitments. The show consists of two hours of sizzling soul including: Try A Little Tenderness, Take Me to the River, In The Midnight Hour, Chain of Fools, Mustang Sally, Treat Her Right, Hard To Handle, Nowhere To Run, Destination Anywhere, Dark End of the Street plus many more. TICKETS £20.00*, £18.50* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

Mr Blue Sky Tour 2014

‘This band shows great style and professionalism. A tribute that’s jam-packed with musical talent, the lead singer is a dead-ringer for Lynne and his musical entourage provides an ELO tour de force’ Derek Smith, The Stage

Backed by a world-class band and featuring full HD projection, this is the largest Elvis show to tour theatres in the UK. TICKETS £19.50*, £17.50*

TICKETS £20.00*, £18.00* GROUPS 10+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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kids’ menu

FRI 22 AUGUST 2PM & 4.30PM

AVAILABLE

Everyone’s favourite little star, Angelina Ballerina, pirouettes onto the stage in her brand-new musical – a magical show packed full of singing and dancing. Angelina and her friends think their dreams have come true when Camembert Academy wins the opportunity to appear in their favourite television programme ‘Dancing With Mice!’. But when the girls and boys have very different ideas for the show and just can’t seem to agree on anything, it’s up to Angelina as Dance Captain to ensure that the show goes ahead. So put on your ballet shoes and join Angelina, Alice, Gracie, Viki, AJ and Marco for the most stupendous Mousical of the year! TICKETS £15.00*, £12.50* FAMILY OFFER (2 adults, 2 children) £55.00*, £48.00*

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WED 20 AUGUST 1PM & 3.30PM

Starring some of your milkshake! favourites this brand-new musical spectacular is sure to have children up on their feet and singing at the top of their voices! Joining this fantastic show will be two milkshake presenters, who will take us on a fun milkshake adventure; bound to dazzle and delight! The show features brand-new songs, classic favourites and funky dance routines, plus plenty of laughter, bags of audience interaction and bucket loads of fun for all the family too!

TICKETS £14.00* CHILD £12.00* FAMILY OFFER (2 adults, 2 children) £48.00* EARLY BIRD FAMILY OFFER (2 adults, 2 children) £44.00* until 31 May 2014 GROUPS 15+ 10% off

SUN 24 AUGUST 11AM & 2.30PM Izzy wizzy, let’s get busy – It’s The Sooty Show! It’s Sooty’s birthday party and things aren’t going to plan. Sooty and Sweep get messy baking the birthday cake and will Soo ever decide which dress to wear?

TICKETS £13.00* CHILDREN £11.00* FAMILY OFFER £42.00* (2 adults, 2 children)

A spectacular mix of magic, music and mess – guaranteed giggles for Sooty fans old and new! There’s also a chance to meet Richard and Sooty after the show.

NEW

kids’ menu

‘A real treat for the children and a dose of nostalgia for the parents’ The Stage

AVAILABLE

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DIARY FEBRUARY WED 26 THU 27 FRI 28

JULY FRIDAY NIGHT IS GILBERT & SULLIVAN NIGHT FAULTY TOWERS DINING EXPERIENCE UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE

MARCH SUN 2 FRI 7 TUE 11 WED 12 FRI 14 SAT 15 – SUN 16 THU 20 – FRI 21 SAT 22 THU 27 FRI 28 MON 31 – SAT 5

WATFORD WEDDING SHOW RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC CANADIAN CARNIVAL ANTON DU BEKE SHOWADDYWADDY ERTH’S DINOSAUR ZOO NEW JERSEY NIGHTS WATFORD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY HELLFIRE COMEDY CLUB DISCO INFERNO NIGHT BLOOD BROTHERS

APRIL TUE 8 – WED 9 FRI 11 FRI 25 SUN 27

CHARLIE & LOLA’S BEST BESTEST PLAY THE RAT PACK THE DREAMBOYS THE JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW

MAY FRI 2 SAT 3 SUN 4 WED 7 FRI 9 SAT 10 TUE 13 WED 14 THU 15 FRI 16 THU 22 FRI 23 WED 28 – THU 29 FRI 30 – SAT 31

TOPLOADER SUGGS LA BOHÈME RUBY WAX THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC CARMINA BURANA TEA DANCE HOT FLUSH! FAULTY TOWERS DINING EXPERIENCE JIVE TALKIN’ PERFORM THE BEE GEES THE KING OF POP PAUL HOLLYWOOD LIVE PEPPA PIG’S BIG SPLASH FRANK SKINNER

JUNE MON 2 WED 4 THU 5 SAT 15 WED 18 THU 19 FRI 20 THU 26 SAT 28

TENORS UNLIMITED DEAD OVER DINNER BLOFELD & BAXTER GRUMPY OLD WOMEN WATFORD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY DISCO INFERNO NIGHT A CAPTIVE AUDIENCE LET’S HANG ON

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TUE 1 THU 3 FRI 4 THU 10 SAT 12 – SUN 13 FRI 18 THU 24 FRI 25 SAT 26

TEA DANCE ROYAL AIR FORCE BAND LADIES’ NIGHT THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN DANCE FUSION THE STARS FROM THE COMMITMENTS HELLFIRE COMEDY CLUB THE ELO EXPERIENCE A VISION OF ELVIS

AUGUST WED 20 FRI 22 SUN 24

MILKSHAKE! LIVE ANGELINA BALLERINA THE SOOTY SHOW

SEPTEMBER SAT 6 THU 11 FRI 12 SAT 13 THU 18 FRI 19 SUN 20 MON 21 FRI 26 – SUN 28

THE SOUNDS OF THE GLENN MILLER ERA LADIES’ NIGHT ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN CHAS & DAVE ROY CHUBBY BROWN JOE LONGTHORNE WEST END EXPERIENCE JASPER CARROTT HORRIBLE HISTORIES LIVE

OCTOBER WED 1 THU 9 TUE 21 WED 23 SAT 25 FRI 31

SALLY MORGAN SING-A-LONG-A DIRTY DANCING FOSTER & ALLEN BUDDY HOLLY A LEGEND REBORN LEVEL 42 JETHRO

NOVEMBER THU 13 FRI 14 THU 20 SAT 29 SUN 30

LADIES’ NIGHT EVENING OF BURLESQUE JOOLS HOLLAND ALAN DAVIES MADAMA BUTTERFLY

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THE SOUNDS OF THE GLENN MILLER ERA SAT 6 SEPTEMBER

ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN FRI 12 SEPTEMBER

CHAS & DAVE SAT 13 SEPTEMBER

ROY CHUBBY BROWN THU 18 SEPTEMBER

JOE LONGTHORNE FRI 19 SEPTEMBER

WEST END EXPERIENCE SUN 20 SEPTEMBER

JASPER CARROTT MON 21 SEPTEMBER

SALLY MORGAN WED 1 OCTOBER

SING-A-LONG-A DIRTY DANCING THU 9 OCTOBER

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FOSTER & ALLEN TUE 21 OCTOBER

BUDDY HOLLY A LEGEND REBORN WED 23 OCTOBER

LEVEL 42 SAT 25 OCTOBER

JETHRO FRI 31 OCTOBER

EVENING OF BURLESQUE FRI 14 NOVEMBER

JOOLS HOLLAND THU 20 NOVEMBER

SWAN LAKE & THE NUTCRACKER ALAN DAVIES SAT 29 NOVEMBER

MADAMA BUTTERFLY SUN 30 NOVEMBER

MOSCOW CITY BALLET SUN 21 - WED 24 DECEMBER

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MON 31 MARCH – SAT 5 APRIL

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STARRING MARTI PELLOW FRI 20 – SAT 21 JUNE

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For your conference, exhibition, meeting, product launch or simply a special celebration, Watford Colosseum is the place. The dedicated Watford Colosseum Hospitality team will help create the event of your dreams. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to contact Fiona Brignull, Hospitality Manager on hospitality@watfordcolosseum.co.uk or 01923 474123 to discuss your requirements today.

BOOKING INFORMATION BOOK ONLINE Book your tickets at a time that suits you using our 24-hour online

booking service. It’s safe, secure and easy to use; choose your own seats using our interactive seating plan. Simply visit watfordcolosseum.co.uk, select the show you want to see and follow the easy on-screen steps. Don’t have online access? Don’t worry! Our friendly and helpful ticket office staff are here to take your booking. IN PERSON Monday – Saturday, 12noon – 4pm. On show days 12noon to curtain-up. Sunday, open on show days only, two hours before curtain-up. BY TELEPHONE Call 0845 075 3993 Our lines are open Monday–Saturday between 10am–6pm.

BOOKING FEES All bookings made via our website, by phone or in person are subject to a £1.50 per ticket booking fee (capped at six tickets per transaction). Some shows have a higher booking fee – please check individual show listings. Bookings of 10+ tickets are exempt from booking fees. Priority members do not pay a booking fee on tickets purchased. An additional postal charge of £2.00 per transaction is applicable, or you can print your tickets at home.

GROUP BOOKINGS If you are booking 10+ tickets,

please call our Group Sales Co-ordinator on 01923 474124. We are able to reserve tickets and hold payment for an agreed period. PAYMENT METHODS We accept major credit and

debit cards and cash. Cheques should be made payable to ‘Colosseum Theatre Watford Ltd’. CONCESSIONS Where offered, concession

ticket prices apply to those over 60 or under 16, unwaged or full-time students. Patrons with a disability pay the lowest ticket price available and if accompanied by a carer in receipt of a carer’s allowance, one free carer ticket is available. Proof of eligibility may be requested at the time of booking or at the performance. For full information contact the Ticket Office on 0845 075 3993. Sales are made subject to the ‘Terms and Conditions for The Sale Of Tickets, Gift Vouchers & Memberships’ as published at watfordcolosseum.co.uk/Online/ terms_conditions (copies are also available from the Ticket Office). Every attempt is made to ensure that show information and prices are correct at the time of going to print but may be subject to alteration. We reserve the right to offer discounts at a later date. Tickets prices subject to change in line with the prevailing VAT rate at the time of purchase

BABES IN ARMS Children under 18 months of age pay £1.00 on selected performances. For applicable performances please ask the Ticket Office at time of booking. Watford Colosseum retains the right to exclude babes in arms from certain performances. DATA PROTECTION Your contact details will be held so we can contact you in the event of a performance being cancelled and with your permission we will also contact you about our exciting forthcoming programme. If you would prefer not to receive such information please contact the Ticket Office or boxoffice@watfordcolosseum.co.uk.

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BY TRAIN Watford Junction rail station is

A41

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Watford Colosseum, Rickmansworth Road, Watford WD17 3JN WATFORD

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a 15 minute walk away. There are direct trains from London Euston. The nearest underground station, on the Watford Metropolitan line, is a 10 minute walk away at Cassiobury Park Avenue. BY CAR Watford Colosseum is easily reached by car and is sign-posted on all local routes into Watford. PARKING Parking is available at several locations within a short walk of the venue. The Gade multi-storey car park, located on Rosslyn Road, WD18 0JX and The Avenue car park, located on Hempstead Road, WD17 4NR are both open 24 hours. The Town Hall car park, WD17 3EX, is open to the public from 4pm to midnight, Monday to Friday and from 7am to midnight, Saturday and Sunday. For full details check watfordcolosseum.co.uk BUS Bus routes; W30, 500, 550 and 724. Please check travel times with Arriva on 0871 200 2233.

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