Watford Colosseum Spring/Summer 2016 Brochure by Watford Colosseum

WATFORD

COLOSSEUM VENUE

SPRING / SUMMER 2016

highlights this season… WATFORD WATFORD HIGH STREET WATFORD JUNCTION

comedy

sporting events

music

ADAM HILLS

AN EVENING WITH AGGERS AND TUFFERS THE WATFORD DARTS MASTERS

LULU

FRANKIE BOYLE KEN DODD

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YOLANDA BROWN

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Your local venue… CAFÉ-BAR The Café-Bar at Watford Colosseum provides a stylish and relaxing space to enjoy a drink and a meal before the show. Simply arrive up to two hours before a performance and tuck into a range of meals, from snacks to sandwiches, from burgers to Beechdean Ice Cream – plus, there is no need to book in advance!

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GROUPS GET MORE AT WATFORD COLOSSEUM If you are booking 8+ tickets, please contact our Group Sales Co-ordinator on 01923 474124 or e-mail groups@watfordcolosseum.co.uk. In addition to special ticket deals, we are able to reserve tickets and hold payment for an agreed period. Plus, group bookings are exempt from booking and postage fees!

Watford Colosseum’s stylish Forum Restaurant offers full table-service and a menu which combines high quality modern cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. Reserve your table in the Forum Restaurant online at

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Watford Borough Council by HQ Theatres & Hospitality

SPRING /SUMMER 2016

A unique setting for an unforgettable event Watford Colosseum is ideally suited for conferences, with three flexible and adaptable spaces. The main Auditorium, with its world-famous acoustics, can cater for up to 1,400 delegates or guests; The Forum, a stylish art deco environment, has a maximum capacity of 200;

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and The Deco Bar a smaller, modern space with with natural light, has a maximum capacity of 50. For more information please call 01923 474 100 or email hospitality@watfordcoloseeum.co.uk

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BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk FRI 4 MARCH 7.30PM Always a sell-out in Watford, Strictly Come Dancing’s Brendan Cole is once again set to dazzle audiences with his latest show. Brendan, one of Strictly’s most charismatic choreographers and performers, will lead his cast on a journey of music and dance in a spectacular night of theatrical entertainment. PREMIUM TICKETS £39.50* TICKETS £35.00*, £30.00*, £25.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off Don’t forget...

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SAT 5 MARCH 7.30PM

VLADIMIR ASHKENAZY

WORLD-CLASS PERFORMANCES Vladimir Ashkenazy Conductor | Esther Yoo Violin Philharmonia Orchestra Sibelius Finlandia | Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto INTERVAL | Sibelius Symphony No. 2 Join the Philharmonia Orchestra with world-renowned conductor Vladimir Ashkenazy, celebrating the 150th Anniversary of Sibelius with the unofficial national anthem of Finland alongside his stirring Symphony No. 2. Also performing in the top-class acoustic of the Watford Colosseum is bright young star Esther Yoo, who performs Tchaikovsky’s awe-inspiring Violin Concerto.

ESTHER YOO

VIP TICKETS £44.50* includes a glass of Prosecco TICKETS £37.50*, £35.00*, £28.50*, £15.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off UNDER 16s Half price (must be accompanied by one full price adult ticket)

For just £30 a year enjoy exclusive benefits including no booking fees and 10% discount on pre-show dining.

BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk MON 7 MARCH 8PM

ADAM HILLS Clown Heart

HAPPY HOUR 6PM-7PM

As host of Channel 4’s ground-breaking The Last Leg, Adam Hills has fast become one of the most popular comedians in the UK. His combination of positive, uplifting comedy and rampant spontaneity has seen him receive numerous awards, glowing reviews and a legion of fans around the world. 'If you cannot enjoy Adam Hills you cannot have a pulse' %%%%% The Scotsman TICKETS £22.00*

TUE 8 MARCH 7.30PM

SIMON CALLOW One Man Band Simon Callow will discuss and read from his new book, which details what it was like to be around Orson Welles, and, with a precision rarely attempted before, what it was like to be him. This event will include a post-show book signing and a Q+A where audiences may learn the answer to the old riddle: whatever happened to Orson Welles? TICKETS £17.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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WED 9 MARCH 7.30PM

80s INVASION The 80s are back! Featuring some of the most popular artists from that decade: Big Country, Midge Ure, Nick Heyward and Curiosity Killed The Cat – all performing their biggest hits! With record sales of over 20 million, 200 gold, platinum and silver discs and numerous awards between them this is the 80s show not to be missed! TICKETS £35.50*, £30.50*

THU 10 MARCH 7.30PM

THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS The legendary Brothers are back on their brand-new Jailbreak Tour! Featuring the very best Blues, Motown, Soul and Comedy from both Blues Brothers movies, including hits Everybody Needs Somebody, Soul Man, Respect and Shake A Tail Feather. Complete with an elaborate new stage production including a nine-piece band, the show also features classics from James Brown, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and many more! TICKETS £24.00*, £22.00* GROUPS 8+ 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.

BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk FRI 11 MARCH 8PM

FRANKIE BOYLE Hurt Like You’ve Never Been Loved Frankie has written this new set not to tour, but as a response to Kendrick Lamar’s last album. After these stand-up performances the ball will very much be in Kendrick’s court. Come witness this harrowing onstage breakdown. ‘Black-hearted brilliance...the chance to see him at close quarters is not to be missed’ The Guardian TICKETS £26.00 (A £3.00 per ticket booking fee applies)

HAPPY HOUR 6PM-7PM

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Tom Craven, Martin Lee Renshaw and Late Day Breakers perform an exclusive Late Night #LobbyLive session following Frankie Boyle’s gig. Hear these local bands perform whilst enjoying post-show drinks from the bar. Tickets are available by invitation of the band only but we have limited numbers available at the Box Office!

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TICKETS £2.50 (No booking fee)

SAT 12 MARCH 7.30PM

MICHAEL PORTILLO Life - A Game Of Two Halves Michael Portillo lifts the lid on Westminster as he tells the extraordinary story of his career - from his rise in politics, to his charity and arts work. At the end of the evening, the audience will have the opportunity to ask Michael questions about his life and career. TICKETS £17.00* TICKET & TWO-COURSE MEAL £30.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ £2.00 off PRIORITY MEMBERS £2.00 off

WED 16 MARCH, TUE 14 JUNE & TUE 19 JULY

Tea Dance SEASON TICKET Buy 3 tickets for price of 2 when you book all three Tea Tea Dances in advance

Mr Wonderful returns to the Colosseum with a glittering dance event. 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. Watford Colosseum’s Tea Dance will evoke memories of a forgotten era and create memories of a new one. TICKETS £5.00 GROUPS 8+ 20% off Tea, coffee and a selection of homemade cakes available. (No booking fee)

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BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk WED 16 MARCH DOORS OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM

ONLY FOOLS AND 3 COURSES

Marlene and Boycie are hosting a Gala Dinner, but will things go to plan with Del, Rodney and Uncle Albert on the guest list? Expect a big fun night out in a friendly party atmosphere with some of the finest comedy actors in the land, produced to the highest standards with your enjoyment at the top of the menu. Lovely Jubbly! TICKETS £40.00 includes three-course meal. (No booking fee)

FRI 18 MARCH 8PM

PSYCHIC SALLY Call Me Psychic The nation's favourite psychic, Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her brand-new and most jaw-dropping show yet. Funny, entertaining, sometimes heartbreaking, often controversial; the show celebrates her eighth year on the road. The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment. TICKETS £24.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

TUE 22 MARCH 7.30PM

COLLABRO

With support from Aj Brown and featuring special guest Catriona Murray

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when you reserve 2014 Britain’s Got Talent winners Collabro are coming your table in to Watford Colosseum as part of their second nationwide advance tour. From the world of film and musical theatre the boys take on the likes of Music Of The Night, I Dreamed A Dream from Les Misérables and The Circle Of Life from The Lion King. TICKETS £39.50*, £29.50*, £19.50*

18+

TICKETS £35.00 including a cocktail on arrival, a three-course meal plus the evening’s entertainment (No booking fee)

THU 24 MARCH DOORS OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM

Calling all ladies! An evening full of gorgeous male entertainment, a cheeky drag queen, a devilish cocktail on arrival and a scrumptious three-course meal – this Ladies’ Night is set to tantalise all your senses! Contains nudity!

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

BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk FRI 25 MARCH 8PM

LULU

The incredible Lulu still has plenty to shout about and is now coming to Watford with a fantastic live show. The Grammy-nominated singer will be performing hits from her 50 year career, such as To Sir With Love, The Man Who Sold The World, Relight My Fire, and of course Shout. As well as performing songs from some of her musical heroes, such as soul legends, Ray Charles and Otis Redding, she will also be taking us on a musical journey recalling personal anecdotes, song writing experiences, and other entertaining stories. TICKETS £41.00*, £39.00*, £34.00* VIP £80.00* includes tour laminate and signed programme.

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BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk THU 7 APRIL 7.30PM

KATE RUSBY Audiences are sure to be thoroughly entertained by this remarkable interpretive singer. Kate’s soulful vocals resonate with the wistful beauty of an earthbound angel. ‘Everybody loves and respects Kate Rusby, not just for her lovely voice, but for the way she has moved folk forward while remaining true to tradition...’ Sunday Times. TICKETS £21.00* UNDER 16s £16.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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SAT 9 APRIL 8PM – LATE If you are looking for a fun-filled evening of pure 80s music and dancing for the over 25s, then look no further! Tropicana Nights specialises in good old-fashioned party nights. Whether you go all-out in your favourite 80s outfit or not, you are guaranteed to get in the party mood as soon as you walk into the room. TICKETS £9.00 GROUPS 10+ 10% off (No booking fee)

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Treat yourself...for an extra £10 per person your group will have your very own reserved seating area for the evening as well as a cocktail each. Minimum group of 6 required - please note there is limited VIP availability.

TUE 12 APRIL 7.30PM An Evening with

AGGERS AND TUFFERS Evenings with Aggers have been delighting audiences all over the country. Now, following in the footsteps of Geoffrey Boycott, Sunil Gavaskar and Graeme Swann, Phil Tufnell (A Question Of Sport, I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here, Strictly Come Dancing) teams up with his TMS colleague for an evening at Watford Colosseum. The event is being run in aid of the Professional Cricketers Association, raising money for the organisation’s Benevolent Fund.

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TICKETS £26.00*, £22.50* MEET AND GREET TICKETS £60.00*

HOST YOUR PARTY AT WATFORD COLOSSEUM

The perfect place to celebrate that special occasion. Call 01923 474 100 or email hospitality@watfordcolosseum.co.uk

BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk WED 13 APRIL 10.30AM – 2.30PM

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THE POPPY FIELDS OF OZ Join us in the creation of a beautiful set of giant recycled poppies and a yellow brick road, transporting us all from Watford to Oz. After you’ve made your poppy, there will be time to have your face painted as a character from Oz – plus you can be photographed on our make-shift yellow brick road! There is £1 charge to secure a place on this activity. With support from students at Central Primary School and Boxmoor Primary School.

FRI 15 APRIL 3PM & 7PM Starring Bobby Davro and Dani Harmer Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Watford Colosseum for an amazing all-new production of The Wizard Of Oz, with comedy legend Bobby Davro as Scarecrow and Dani Harmer (CBBC's Tracy Beaker, Strictly Come Dancing) as Dorothy! Packed with brilliant dance routines, well-known pop songs, lots of audience participation and plenty of laughter for all the family. There’s no place like Watford Colosseum for family entertainment, so click those heels together and book your Easter tickets now! TICKETS £20.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FAMILY OF 4 (including up to 2 adults) £17.25 each*

*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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w o h S g n i d Wed TUE 19 APRIL 7.30PM

NIGEL KENNEDY'S

The New Four Seasons and The English Collection

Following his dazzling collaborations with the Oxford Philharmonic in 2015, maverick of the violin Nigel Kennedy is back with a stunning transformation of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons alongside his own eclectic The English Collection. Only the unexpected is guaranteed. TICKETS £44.00, £34.00, £25.00 MEET THE MAESTRO £99.00 STUDENTS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off (A £2.50 per ticket booking fee applies)

SAT 23 APRIL 7.30PM

WATFORD PHILHARMONIC Conductor Michael Cayton leads Watford Philharmonic Choir and Orchestra through an evening with Handel. The Watford Philharmonic Society was founded in 1935 in association with Sir Henry Wood, of BBC Proms fame. TICKETS £19.00*, £18.00*, £16.00* UNDER 19s £5.00

Eight Saturday Sessions over the Summer term - from 23 APRIL – 25 JUNE, from 10.30AM – 12.30PM

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ARTS AWARD PROGRAMME (Making Stuff) Suitable for ages 10 to 16 Join Watford Colosseum’s regular Saturday sessions and find out about different areas of the arts from professional artists. For those looking ahead to University, as well as gaining practical skills in visual arts and all round stagecraft, there is the opportunity to attain an Arts Award Accreditation (which counts towards UCAS points). This first term focuses on ‘making’ - props, sets, moving sculpture and puppets. Participants can explore the making involved in different areas of production, learn tricks of the trade and find out how to make the magic happen. FEE PER TERM £60.00

*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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SUN 24 APRIL 12pm – 4pm For your chance to win £25,000 in cash towards your dream wedding, come along to Watford Colosseum’s amazing wedding fair in association with The Wedding Guide on Sun 24 April from 12pm – 4pm. With over 50 of the regions’ best suppliers, from venues to dresses; cakes to singing waiters – we will help to make your dream day a perfect day. New for this year will be an entertainment hub where you will be able to see a variety of performers showcasing their work, including cover bands, soloists and instrumentalists – all of whom have been approved by The Wedding Guide. We also have a fabulous fashion show, bringing you some of next years’ most stunning designs and trends.

The event is FREE to enter, but you can pre-register for entry to our exclusive VIP area, where you can relax and be served canapés and a glass of Bucks Fizz.

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BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk SAT 30 APRIL 8PM

YOLANDA BROWN With Mica Paris

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Double MOBO award-winning Saxophonist YolanDa Brown brings some sunshine to Watford Colosseum with a special set titled Reggae Love Songs. Join YolanDa Brown, and special guest soul legend Mica Paris, on an infectious journey of Reggae rhythms from the Caribbean, peppered with supreme Jazz flavoured inflections and sensibilities. TICKETS £26.00*

SAT 7 MAY 7PM

KEN DODD’S HAPPINESS SHOW Ken Dodd ’s incredible and hugely successful career as a professional entertainer now spans over 60 fun-filled years. Come and enjoy his famous Happiness Show and you’ll be absolutely discumknockerated (that’s Knotty Ash for ‘over the moon’) by a truly tattifelarius (fun-filled) evening of laughter and songs. TICKETS £24.00*, £21.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

SUN 8 MAY 7.30PM

DAVID STARKEY The King Is Dead With over-mighty father confessors, concealed deaths and lethal faction fights over the still-warm corpse, the Tudors died as excitingly as they lived. Join the UK’s leading constitutional historian David Starkey, and uncover the astonishingly dramatic story. TICKETS £17.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ £2.00 off PRIORITY MEMBERS £2.00 off MEAL DEALS including show and two-course dinner £30.00*

WED 11 MAY 7.30PM

MAD ABOUT THE MUSICALS Starring Gareth Gates and Michael Courtney

Mad About The Musicals makes a visit to Watford with its award-winning spectacular show. This electric production features two hours of unforgettable West End and Broadway favourites, the stunning vocal talents of a cast from London’s West End and Gareth Gates. TICKETS £25.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ 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.

Flashback to spring of 1996. I was the Editor of Top Of The Pops Magazine and Susie Boone the Deputy Editor. Virgin Records invited us both to lunch at a swanky rooftop restaurant in London’s trendy Ladbroke Grove. They wanted to introduce us to their new signing, The Spice Girls. The band were gearing up to the release of their first single, Wannabe and to say we were skeptical was an understatement. Other than Eternal, there hadn’t been a successful girl band since the 80s – a whole string of female line-ups had attempted to break the charts and failed.

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As the girls made their way up the restaurant staircase to the roof, it sounded as if a whole football team were coming to meet us. “I’m Vicky,” “I’m Melanie C,” “Melanie B,” “Geri,” “Emma – nice to meet you!” Their confidence was shocking and during this, our first of what would be many times spent together, they talked of their plans for world domination. As Mel B sat on my knee ordering food (!) I agreed we would write a piece about them in the next issue of the magazine and said it would be a fun idea to give them their own TOTP nicknames. They started shouting out ideas - none of which we eventually used. In July we completed our first of what would be many photo shoots with the Spicies. They were back in London following a trip to Japan and Wannabe was already number one in the charts. Mel B showed off her newly pierced tongue and as they terrorised other guests on the show, the idea of nicknames seemed more appropriate than ever. The next day at TOTP HQ, myself, Susie and the magazine team sat around a table and spent five minutes deciding on the names Sporty, Scary, Baby, Posh and Ginger. I’d like to be able to say we spent hours fine-tuning the idea, but like many fine ideas, it came together with the click of a finger. For a moment Geri was nearly Saucy Spice and Mel C Scouse Spice, but other than that it didn’t require much debate and the magazine was sent to the printers announcing the girls TOTP names by cutting their heads out and sticking them on little bottles of spice in a kitchen spice rack! Fast Forward a month and the fabulous late Linda Duff called me. Linda was the gossip columnist for the Daily Star. “I hope you

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don’t mind, but we’re going to use your Spice Girls nicknames in our paper,” she said. ‘It’s just so funny, we love it here.” A further month later and the Sunday Times newspaper did exactly the same. It caught on like we could never have imagined. Mel C recently told me no one in America knew them by their real names. In her words “it was a real game changer for us!” One of the most incredible things about the Spice Girls during their career was their sense of loyalty to TOTP magazine. They never refused to be photographed, always gave us interview time and invited us to videos shoots and foreign countries with them. By the time I left TOTP magazine in 1998, we were the biggest selling music magazine in the UK. Our edition with free Spice Girls blow up dolls had sold a record breaking 550,000 copies! It was a wonderful time, a wonderful era. Sometimes now when I meet someone for the first time, someone will introduce me as the person who gave the Spice Girls their nicknames. It makes me smile and I always think it must be like saying to the Human League, “I love your song Don’t You Want Me.” They’ll no doubt reply they’ve had dozens of hits since then. Similarly, I have worked with lots of pop groups and generated dozens of ideas. But if the Spice Girls nick-names is the thing that I stand a small chance of being remembered for in the world of pop music, then I’ll be very happy. PETER LORAINE

BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk SUN 15 MAY 2.30PM

THE ASTOR BIG BAND More Miller Magic The Astor Big Band, comprising of 17 musicians and six singers plus the Strictly Miller Dancers, present a host of Glenn Millers number one hits including In The Mood, Tuxedo Junction, At Last, American Patrol, Serenade In Blue and many, many more. TICKETS £19.50* CONCESSIONS £17.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off All Astor Big Band profits are donated to the Royal British Legion.

SUN 15 MAY DINNER 5PM | DANCE 7PM UNTIL 11.30PM

BIG BAND DINNER DANCE with The Astor Big Band and Mr Wonderful

Following the success of Watford Colosseum’s regular tea dances, we’re proud to present a Dinner Dance with live music from The Astor Big Band and the return of Mr Wonderful. Don’t miss this opportunity to quickstep, jive and fox trot the night away to their big band music. DINNER AND DANCE £18.00 including a three-course meal DANCE ONLY £12.50 VIEWING ONLY £8.00 (No booking fee)

FRI 20 MAY 7.30PM

THE PROCLAIMERS Walk 500 miles to Watford Colosseum this May to see The Proclaimers live in concert. 'My favourite band of all time. They write the most spectacular songs, big hearted, uncynical passionate songs.' David Tennant Strikingly individual, twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid have over the years enjoyed huge successes across the globe and in April last year released their 10th album on the Cooking Vinyl label. See them live on stage in Watford, where they will perform classics such as Sunshine On Leith, (I'm Gonna Be) 500 Miles, Letter From America, I'm On My Way, Life With You, Let's Get Married and more. TICKETS £29.50 (A £2.50 per ticket booking fee applies)

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DANNY FOSTER & THE BIG SOUL CORPORATION Enjoy a three-course meal in The Forum Restaurant whilst Danny Foster & The Big Soul Corporation entertain you with a show stopping, feel good soul set. EARLY BIRD £30.00 including a three-course meal when you book before 1 April 2016 TICKETS £35.00 (No booking fee) TICKETS XXX

WED 25 MAY DOORS OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM

GAME OF GROANS

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER

We join the Bannisters, the Storks, the Killjoys and a young Dragon mother as they converge on Knots Landing. But a death amongst them points the gnarled finger of suspicion...but what’s another death in this age? Watch your backs, no one can be trusted. Bad jokes accompany fine dining for this murder mystery dinner. TICKETS £30.00 include three-course meal (No booking fee)

THU 2 JUNE 3PM & 6PM, FRI 3 JUNE 1.30PM & 4.30PM

MISSION IMPUDSEYBLE Starring Britain’s Got Talent Winners Ashleigh and Pudsey

FAMILY MENU AVAILABLE

Britain’s newest secret agent is off the leash...and ready for action! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join starring Britain’s Got Talent winners Ashleigh and Pudsey for a brand-new interactive spy adventure suitable for the whole family. Get ready for this amazing musical adventure, featuring West End performers, and give the nation’s original and best dancing dog the “appaws” he deserves! Suitable for audiences aged 4 – 104! TICKETS £19.00* UNDER 16s £16.00* FAMILY OF 4 (including up to 2 adults) £15.25* each Babes in Arms tickets available for children under 18 months

*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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MISTER MAKER and The Shapes Live!

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Come and join your ultimate arts and craft hero Mister Maker, for his first ever live show at Watford Colosseum! Packed full of arty adventures there’ll be a big ‘make’ to take part in, super songs to join in with, a fabulous supporting cast, and not forgetting, The Shapes! Mini Makers, get ready to make some amazing arty creations and book your tickets today! TICKETS £14.50* UNDER 16s £11.00* FAMILY OF 4 (including up to 2 adults) £11.50* each GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

WED 16 MARCH, TUE 14 JUNE & TUE 19 JULY

Tea Dance SEASON TICKET Buy 3 tickets for price of 2 when you book all three Tea Tea Dances in advance

18+

TICKETS £35.00 including a cocktail on arrival, a three-course meal plus the evening’s entertainment No booking fee

THU 16 JUNE DOORS OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM

FRI 17 JUNE 8PM

GRUMPY OLD WOMEN Fifty Shades of Beige

available 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). ‘Expect a party’ ★★★★ The Times TICKETS £26.00*

Don’t forget to treat yourself to a Beechdean Farmhouse Dairy Ice Cream during the interval!

Introd

Booz

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THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY 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. Hear a full live band perform all their hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water and many more. TICKETS £10.50*, £17.50*

25+

SAT 25 JUNE 8PM – LATE If you are looking for a fun-filled evening of pure 80s music and dancing for the over 25s, then look no further! Tropicana Nights specialises in good old-fashioned party nights. Whether you go all-out in your favourite 80s outfit or not, you are guaranteed to get in the party mood as soon as you walk into the room. TICKETS £9.00 GROUPS 10+ 10% off (No booking fee)

PACKAGE

FRI 1 JULY 7.30PM

THE DRIFTERS

The Only Official Line-Up In The World The Drifters’ high-energy show includes many of the greatest hits Under The Boardwalk, Saturday Night At The Movies, Up On The Roof, Kissin In The Back Row, Down On The Beach, More Than A Number In My Little Red Book along with newer songs. A guaranteed musical extravaganza with a world-class band, production and some very smooth moves. TICKETS £26.00* CONCESSIONS £1.00 off GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

WED 6 JULY DOORS OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM

ONLY FOOLS AND 3 COURSES Marlene and Boycie are hosting a Gala Dinner, but will things go to plan with Del, Rodney and Uncle Albert on the guest list? Expect a big fun night out in a friendly party atmosphere with some of the finest comedy actors in the land, produced to the highest standards with your enjoyment at the top of the menu. Lovely Jubbly! TICKETS £40.00 includes three-course meal. (No booking fee)

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

FREE TO ATTEND

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WIN A COPY OF MOLLY DINEEN’S 1999 DOCUMENTARY, GERI, ON DVD - COURTESY OF THE BFI – AT watfordcolosseum.co.uk

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YOU’LL WANNABE AT WATFORD COLOSSEUM THIS SUMMER To coincide with the 20th Anniversary of the Spice Girls hit single, Wannabe, Watford Colosseum is proud to host an exhibition dedicated to the 90's pop phenomenon The Spice Girls. Spiceworld: The Exhibition celebrates the story of how Sporty, Baby, Scary, Posh and Watford's own Ginger became the most successful girl group of all time and enjoyed phenomenal global success. The basis for the exhibition is the Guinness World Record breaking collection of artist and curator Liz West, who is the foremost collector of Spice Girls memorabilia and merchandise in the World. Throughout the run of this free exhibition, there will be a series of ticketed events in the main auditorium which complement the memorabilia and merchandise on display. FRI 8 JULY 8PM

THE DREAMBOYS The Dreamboys, who starred in Spiceworld The Movie, are back and hotter than ever with a brand-new show for 2016. If you’re looking for the very best girls night out in the UK, then look no further. An action-packed two-hour show with music, muscle, magic and mayhem that will leave you breathless!!! TICKETS £23.50* Front Row and Fizz (Rows A & B) £28.50 including glass of Fizz GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

“UK’S MOST FAMOUS MALE GLAMOUR SHOW”

SAT 9 JULY

STARLIGHT WALK 2016

Saturday 9th July Starting at 9pm

Starlight

Walk 2016

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Join in and make it the biggest and the best ever! The Starlight Walk is a ladies only 13 or 6 mile night time walk around Watford, raising funds for Peace Hospice Care. Whether you walk to honour the memory of a loved one or just for fun, we promise you a great party atmosphere. For more info visit peacehospicecare.org.uk/starlightwalk, call 01923 335373 or e-mail events@peacehospicecare.org.uk

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FRI 22 JULY

OFFICIAL GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS ATTEMPT

Largest Gathering Of Spice Girls Impersonators Doors open 5.30pm Official Guinness World Record Attempt begins at 6.30pm. Watford Colosseum will attempt to break the record for the greatest number of people (both male and female) dressed as members of Spice Girls at a single venue. Gather together five friends and assign each of them a member of the group – then visit watfordcolosseum.co.uk to sign up. FRI 22 JULY

BACK TO THE 90s SCHOOL DISCO

with Dane Bowers Dig out your school ties and go back to the 90s in this brand-new fun-filled party night. You’ll be treated to old school dance, pop, R&B and indie from the decade that brought you the Spice Girls, Oasis and Take That. There is a prize for the best outfit!

TICKETS £9.00 (No booking fee)

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POST SHOW PARTY SAT 16 JULY

Step to the right for an after-show party, following the performance on Saturday evening. Plenty of drinking and dancing is guaranteed – costumes are highly recommended! TICKETS £15 entry includes disco, cocktail and cupcake please note this offer does not include a ticket to the evening's performance

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ROCKY MON 11 – HORROR SAT 16 JULY PICTURE SHOW

DIRECTED BY CHRISTOPHER LUSCOMBE XXX Following the global cinema and TV release of the LIVE TICKETS West EndXXX broadcast which hit No1 in the UK Box office charts, this new 2016 tour of Richard O’Brien’s classic continues to smash records in theatres across the country. Bursting at the seams with timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn It Janet, and of course, the pelvic-thrusting Time Warp, Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show is a non-stop party! Be warned, this show has rude parts!

DON’T DREAM IT BE IT!

MON – THU 7.30PM, FRI & SAT 5PM & 7.30PM TICKETS Mon 7.30pm £29.50*, £24.50*, £19.50* Tue, Wed, Thu 7.30pm £34.50*, £29.50*, £24.50* Fri 5pm £22.00* Sat 5pm £36.50*, £32.50*, £26.50* Fri & Sat 8.30pm £38.50*, £34.50*, £29.50* PRIORITY MEMBERS OFFER £5.00 off price band A & B, Mon to Wed performances GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off CONCESSIONS £3.00 off price band A & B, Mon to Wed performances

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

VIKTOIJA FAITH

LATE DAY BREAKERS

Arrive early… grab some food… enjoy live music… all before the show! In March 2016, Watford Colosseum will celebrate the first year anniversary of #LobbyLive. This platform for local musicians provides talented artists the opportunity to showcase their talent by entertaining audiences in Watford Colosseum’s foyer. These performances are open to all - Even if you haven’t purchased a ticket for the show, you can still visit the venue and listen to local bands for free.

acts coming up…

Apply to perform... Showcase your musical talent – simply e-mail Kerry Lanigan on klanigan@watfordcolosseum.co.uk with a brief bio and links to your music.

FRI 26 FEBRUARY MIDNIGHT TRIO

Sophie Ray FRI 4 MARCH

Dial Up SAT 5 MARCH

Lucy Black THU 10 MARCH

Colvex SUN 13 MARCH

Gary Holt & Karl Whitworth FRI 25 MARCH

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TUE 24 – SAT 28 MAY

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MON 6 – SAT 11 JUNE

HOW TO BOOK There are 3 easy ways to book your tickets 1. ONLINE Book at a time that suits you via our website

watfordcolosseum.co.uk It’s safe, secure and easy to use. Simply choose your own seats using our interactive seating plan on your desktop, tablet or mobile phone

2. BY TELEPHONE Call our helpful Ticketing team on 01923 571 102. Our lines are open Mon – Sat 10am – 6pm. 3. IN PERSON The Ticket Desk is open Monday – Saturday 12noon – 4pm. On performance days it opens two hours before the performance. PAYMENT METHODS We accept major credit

and debit cards, cash and HQ Theatre vouchers. Cheques should be made payable to “Colosseum Theatre Watford Ltd”. BABES IN ARMS Children under four years of age will not be admitted to Watford Colosseum, except for family shows. Children under 18 months of age may be accommodated on parents’ or guardians’ lap subject to a £1.00 charge. For children over 18 months, usual ticket prices and concessions will apply and a seat will be allocated. Watford Colosseum reserves the right to exclude babes in arms from any performance. 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. BOOKING FEES Unless stated otherwise

all bookings made via our website, 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. Where tickets are posted there is an additional £2.00 per transaction postage and handling charge. Priority Members and groups of 8+ are exempt from booking fees and postage and handling charges. CONCESSIONS For certain performances

discounts are offered to make enjoying Watford Colosseum more affordable for customers over 60, under 16 and those who are unwaged or in full-time education. Only one discount can apply per ticket. Patrons with a disability receive the concessionary price, when concessions are available, and if accompanied by a carer in receipt of carer’s allowance,one free carer ticket. Proof of eligibility will be requested.

ACCESS FOR ALL We are committed to making Watford Colosseum accessible to everyone. If you have any access requirements please let us know when booking. • Access for wheelchair users • Induction loop and Sennheiser Infrared facilities

• Working dogs welcome • Accessible toilet

THANK YOU FOR HELPING GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL Watford Colosseum is raising money to help fund brand-new operating theatres at Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital. For the past four years HQ Theatres & Hospitality, alongside sister company Qdos Entertainment, has been supporting the Theatres for Theatres appeal, in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.

So far the generosity of audiences and staff has raised over £710,000 for the charity, but we have more to raise to help build and equip a suite of new operating theatres at the Hospital which will open in 2017. You can donate using collection tins at Watford Colosseum or online at gosh.org/theatredonation Your support makes a huge difference. Thank you.

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PARKING Parking is available at several locations within a short walk of the venue. The Gade car park, WD17 1NA and The Avenue car park, WD17 4NR are both open 24 hours. The Town Hall car park, WD17 3EX is open to the public from 5pm – Midnight, Monday – Friday and from 7am – Midnight on Saturday and Sunday.

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Copies of this brochure are available in large print and other accessible formats. Please contact the Ticket Office. 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

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