Summer Brochure 2010

April – September 2010

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AN UNRI VA LL E D RA NGE OF T HE BEST

‘An unrivalled range of the best of drama, music and comedy to be found on the South coast.’

I am thrilled that the summer season at the White Rock Theatre boasts a run of the multi-award-winning, West End smash-hit musical Blood Brothers as well as an unrivalled range of the best of drama, music and comedy to be found on the South Coast.

Nick Thomas

There’s ‘Camp’ fun with the stage version of the Jimmy Perry and David Croft hit Hi-DeHi! Two of the all-time comedy greats are celebrated in A Night out with Tommy Cooper, starring Clive Mantle, and the double Olivier Award-nominated Morecambe, which has taken both the Edinburgh Festival and London’s West End by storm! We have music with Jools Holland and the man credited with transforming the face of contemporary British Jazz, Courtney Pine. Our comedy line-up includes the British Comedy Awardwinner Katy Brand and Rhod Gilbert, who returns to the White Rock Theatre by huge public demand.

An exciting new begining for Pantomime in East Sussex!

As further testimony of our commitment to the White Rock Theatre I am delighted to announce that Qdos Pantomimes, a sister company of HQ Theatres, will present an unmissable production of Cinderella in December. Marking an exciting new begining for traditional pantomime in East Sussex, Qdos, the world’s biggest pantomime producer, will bring unrivalled production values to the most popular pantomime of them all.

Ever wanted to take your bows on the stage of the White Rock Theatre? Then join Theatre Director, Rob Allerston and his team for our first ever Theatre Open Day on Saturday 8 May! In addition to backstage tours, come along and participate in a series of events and take the opportunity to visit the newly-refurbished Pavilion Café. With its stunning sea-views and 1920s ambience there is no better way to further enhance your visit to the White Rock Theatre!

Rob Allerston

We look forward to welcoming you to the White Rock Theatre very soon, and often!

Nick Thomas Chairman; HQ Theatres/Qdos Entertainment

The White Rock Theatre is managed and operated by HQ Theatres Ltd, a Qdos Entertainment Company, on behalf of Hastings Borough Council.

The Pavilion Café – the stylish new addition to the White Rock Theatre The White Rock Theatre is thrilled to launch the refurbished Pavilion Café with its wonderful panoramic views across the English Channel. We are delighted to present our all new mouth-watering seasonal menu.

Dishes include: local Sussex sausages, creamy mash and onion gravy; beef and ale casserole; or for something lighter, freshly-prepared paninis or sumptuous filled baguettes.

Whatever your preference we will have something to tantalise your taste-buds.

Special Events

Contact Us

At the White Rock Theatre we offer a number of wonderful areas in which we can host your special event. For a range of occasions from formal meetings and celebrations to wedding receptions and conferences, we can offer you a truly unique and unforgettable experience.

For more information, please contact our Hospitality Team on 01424 462281 or email hospitality@whiterocktheatre.org.uk so that we can tailor your event to suit all of your requirements.

Our menus are designed to ensure that you get the very best of local produce, cooked simply and expertly presented. Add a glass of wine from our varied wine list and you have the perfect start to your visit to the theatre.

Reservations can be made through our Hospitality Team.

Where you see this symbol throughout this brochure, advance booking is particularly recommended to ensure you get your visit to the White Rock Theatre off to a relaxed start.

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Thu 22 April | 8pm

Fri 23 April | 7.30pm Sussex Hall

Mon 26 April | 2.30pm

Rhod Gilbert

Murder Mystery Evening

We’ll Meet Again

DINING Look no further for a thoroughly entertaining night out as we play host to an evening of plots, twists, turns and wickedness!

MUSIC Audiences can re-live the spirit of the 1940s in a wonderful afternoon performance of ‘Hits from the Blitz’, with lots of sing-a-long tunes that will bring back warm memories.

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COMEDY Following last year’s sellout tour, the Welsh Wonder is back with a brand-new show. Last year, he punched a shop assistant over the duvet tog-rating system and went berserk over a mince pie. Stung by accusations that he over-reacts, Rhod sets out on an emotional rollercoaster of a journey to discover the truth. Is he, as he believes, a visionary in a sea of closed minds, or has he, as everyone else believes, got anger-management problems?

‘Comic of the Year, Breakthrough Act and Best Show winner’

You will be treated to a magnificent three-course meal as you watch the plot unfold and attempt to unravel the mystery. With the chance to interrogate the suspects and solve the clues, a dining experience has never been so much fun. Whether you consider yourself more perceptive than Poirot or more curious than Clouseau, we’ll bring out the detective in you!

Time Out Tickets £36.00 Groups 8+ £32.00 per ticket White Rock Friends £34.00

Tickets £16.50

Matinees as they should be

The celebration show pays tribute to the legendary stars of the war years, Vera Lynn, Donald Peers, Gracie Fields, George Formby, Bing Crosby, and famous comedians, Max Miller and Tessie O’Shea.

Tickets £12.50 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 10+ £9.50 per ticket & 11th free White Rock Friends £9.50

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Tue 20 April | 7.30pm COMEDY Jus’ Like That brings Tommy Cooper back to life with all the familiar trademarks – the fez, the laugh and the bad magic.

This show is a hilarious tribute to one of the greatest comedians this country has ever seen.

It’s the closest thing you can get to seeing the late, great comedian live.

‘I laughed to the bottom of my soul’ Daily Mirror Don’t forget to book your pre-show dining Tickets £17.00 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 8+ £12.00 per ticket White Rock Friends £14.00

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Thu 29 April | 7.30pm

Joe Longthorne

MUSIC Joe’s repertoire of voices is endless and includes hundreds of the world’s top singers. However, he is perhaps best known for his impersonation of Shirley Bassey who has commented ‘Joe can do me better than I can do myself’.

Tue 27 April | 7.30pm Sussex Hall

John Jorgenson Quintet JAZZ Grammy award-winning guitarist John Jorgenson has been playing professionally since the age of 14 and has had five Number One records in America. He has toured the world and recorded multi-platinum awardwinning albums with artists such as Elton John, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and Luciano Pavarotti. With the John Jorgenson Quintet he returns to his roots with an evening of music dedicated to the King of Gypsy Swing, Django Reinhardt.

Joe has enjoyed sell-out concerts at The Royal Albert Hall and now looks forward to singing new songs to new audiences.

Tickets £20.00, £18.00

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Tickets £14.00

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MAY

Fri 30 April | 7.30pm

Sat 1 May | 8pm Sussex Hall

C’mon Everybody

The Joy of Politics The Chuckle Brothers

MUSIC Take a nostalgic trip back in time to the greatest era of Rock ‘n’ Roll. All the greatest musical stars of the 1950s and 60s come amazingly alive in this spectacular, vibrant, action-packed, non-stop, live, rockin’ show.

COMEDY If you love Yes Minister, The New Statesman and The Now Show, you’ll love The Joy Of Politics – an irreverent romp through the corridors of power and the cul-desacs of Quango.

Tickets £15.00 Concessions £2.50 off

As election fever hits the country Order! Order! Your tickets today!

Tickets £12.50 Concessions £2.00 off Students £2.00 off

Sun 2 May | 2pm

FAMILY Having completed the 21st series of ChuckleVision for the BBC, Paul and Barry have decided to interact live with their audience and fans. In this ‘one off’ special they will be showing film clips and will perform your favourite live routines with supporting artistes. The Chuckle Brothers will talk about how it all started for them and relive the most memorable ‘incidents’ of their career which changed their lives and have helped make them one of Britain’s best-loved family double acts.

Have your questions ready for Paul and Barry as Mr Noslacking and Mr Getoutofit will be moving through the audience with microphones. Who knows, you may even be asked on stage to join them!

Tickets £12.50

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Wed 5 May | 7.30pm

Swan Lake The Vienna Festival Ballet

DANCE Touring with the most popular ballet in the world, the everpopular Vienna Festival Ballet comes to Hastings for one performance only. Lavish costumes, stunning scenery and international stars make this a night not to be missed.

Swan Lake is a classic love story that captures like no other the full range of human emotions – from hope to despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy to ecstasy – all on a grand scale.

Performed to the specially recorded Tchaikovsky score.

White Rock audiences will get the opportunity to meet the cast after the show.

Tickets £18.50 Concessions £2.00 off Under 16s £12.50 Groups 8+ £12.00 per ticket White Rock Friends £15.00

Thu 6 May | 7.30pm

Jools Holland And his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra Featuring Gilson Lavis and special guest star Alison Moyet with guest vocalists Ruby Turner & Louise Marshall MUSIC One of the country’s best-loved TV presenters, but also a gifted pianist, band-leader and recording artist, Jools Holland takes to the road once more with his phenomenal 20-piece band and special guest stars.

Dazzling audiences of over 500,000 a year, the show has become a must-see event for music fans around the country. Celebrate with us and boogie down with Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra: a show that you’ll never want to end.

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Sat 8 May | 8pm

Joan Armatrading

Fri 7 May | 7.30pm

Morecambe COMEDY One of the biggest critical and audience hits of the 2009 Edinburgh Festival, direct from a West End run and nominated for two Laurence Olivier Awards, Morecambe celebrates the extraordinary life of Britain’s best-loved comic Eric Morecambe in a stunning portrayal by Bob Golding. Commemorating the 25th anniversary of his untimely final curtain, you will laugh, and cry in memory of the ‘tall one with the glasses’ who brought sunshine to us all!

MUSIC Joan Armatrading's rich, distinctive voice, and passionate yet tender blend of soul, folk and world music have earned her a place in British music history. As a pioneering and hugely influential songwriter and singer, she has performed for Nelson Mandela and received an Ivor Novello award for her outstanding collection of songs, which include Love And Affection, Willow, Drop The Pilot and Lovers Speak. Don't miss your chance to catch one of Britain's most unusual and gifted talents, here, for the first time, in Hastings.

‘Britain’s first lady of song’ Daily Mail

‘Wonderful, exceptional... just like the real thing’ ★★★★★ The Times

Tickets £26.50

Tickets 15.00 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 8+ £11.00 per ticket White Rock Friends £12.00

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Mon 10 May | 7.30pm

Tue 11 May | 7.30pm

Fri 14 May & Sat 11 September 7.30pm Sussex Hall

The Importance of Being Oscar

Sally Morgan

Comedy Curry

SPOKEN WORD An entertaining tribute to the theatrical legend and flamboyant socialite, Oscar Wilde.

Join us for a whistle-stop journey through the great man’s life: his work, pleasures, triumphs and troubles.

PSYCHIC Fresh from her new TV Series – Psychic Sally On The Road on LIVING TV, Britain’s bestloved celebrity psychic returns by overwhelming public demand for her 2010 national theatre tour.

Simply relax and enjoy excerpts from An Ideal Husband, The Picture of Dorian Gray and The Importance of Being Earnest as well as Oscar’s delightful poetry and selections from his personal letters and diaries.

It will be a magical evening and we eagerly anticipate the pleasure of your company.

Famous for her work with the late Princess Diana, Sally now brings her amazing abilities and her tremendous personality to the stage with a unique theatrical experience.

DINING/COMEDY With two cracking comedians and three delicious courses, this will be the spiciest night out you have this spring! White Rock Theatre offers you the chance to get together over delicious Indian cuisine, and enjoy hilarious performances by comedians brought to you by the comedy company responsible for Lee Evans and Rich Hall.

‘An explosion of incomparable richness, boldness, passion and beauty’ Daily Express Tickets £18.00, £17.00 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 10+ £12.00 per ticket & 11th free White Rock Friends £14.00

Sally Morgan has taken the UK by storm!

Tickets £25.00 White Rock Friends £22.50

www.sallymorgan.tv An audience with Sally Morgan is experimental/investigational. There are no guaranteed or certain results and the show is for the purposes of amusement/ entertainment.

Tickets £19.50

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Sat 15 May | 8pm Sussex Hall

Idiots of Ants

Sat 15 May | 2pm

Show Me Chris & Pui FAMILY Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee have starred together on CBeebies for many years and their latest series Show Me Show Me has inspired this brand-new production.

Over the course of the show, Chris & Pui discover musical instruments, play joining-in games, sing songs and bring some of their on-screen antics to the stage.

Chris & Pui would like to invite their young audience to join them at the theatre for fun, songs and games. Please bring along favourite toys (teddy bears, dolls or figures).

COMEDY In the short years they have been working together Idiot of Ants have been constantly at the forefront of the new wave of contemporary sketch comedy shows.

Prepare to witness the most bizarre revelation of World War 2, the origins of Tom and Jerry’s epic battle and the launch of the new Idiots of Ants computer game Urban Sword Fighter 3.

‘As strong visually as they are verbally... riotously exuberant... if you want to guarantee putting a smile on your face, it’s hard to think of a better show to see’ Telegraph Tickets £12.00 Concessions £2.00 off

Tickets £9.00

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Thu 3 June | 7.30pm

Fri 4 June | 8pm Sussex Hall

Mon 7 June | 7.30pm

Allan Holdsworth Lucy Porter Trio – Fool’s Gold

Jaleo Flamenco

MUSIC In his early days Allan Holdsworth played with legendary UK Jazz Fusion outfits Soft Machine and Gong, then formed bands with Bill Bruford (King Crimson) and Jean-Luc Ponty (John McLaughlin’s Mahavishnu Orchestra) before starting out on a long and distinguished solo career that has seen him hailed, by fellow virtuoso guitarists Frank Zappa, Edward Van Halen and Steve Vai amongst others, as the finest electric guitarist the world has ever seen. High praise indeed. Come along and see just how justified it is...

DANCE Since its semi-clandestine beginnings during the early 19th century, as the native music in the south-west corner of southern Spain, flamenco now emerges as a highlyrespected and internationallyaccepted art form.

COMEDY Lucy Porter’s latest solo show is a witty romp through the history of gold. What’s so special about gold, and why is it that human beings have long been obsessed with the yellow, shiny stuff? The show will feature live alchemy, a tribute to Mr T and a very valuable, big gold thing with security guards and everything!

‘One of the most talented comics on the circuit... brilliantly crafted jokes.’

Time Out

‘Utterly charming Porter is a frighteningly gifted comic’ Sunday Times Scotland

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Jaleo unleash the raw energy and sensuous rhythms inherent within flamenco. A potent cocktail of explosive footwork, haunting singing, virtuoso guitar playing from southern Spain with some of flamenco’s finest artists, offers a compelling new insight into their flamboyant and magical flamenco world of Andalusian dance, song and guitar.

Tickets £16.00 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 10+ £12.00 per ticket White Rock Friends £12.00

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Mon 31 May & Tue 1 June | Mon 4pm, Tue 11am & 1pm FAMILY 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 and music.

‘A gentle little show… an ideal early theatre experience’ Guardian Tickets £11.00

Charlie and Lola’s Best Bestest Play is ideal for ages 3+

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Tue 8 June | 7.30pm Sussex Hall

Wed 9 June | 7.30pm

Tue 15 June | 7.30pm

Sue Cunningham Mad About International The Musicals

The Lady Boys of Bangkok

MEDIUM Sue Cunningham is a clairaudient medium who has been working forty years hearing spirit voices since the tender age of nine, has gone on to unite families with loved ones and friends across the two worlds bringing comfort and hope to thousands of people with her natural gift of mediumship. Sue has worked all over Europe and extensively in the UK. She regularly visits New York and Las Vegas where she did a country-wide radio link-up and also a TV appearance Sue has also written her autobiography Welcome To My World and Across Two Worlds. Her evenings are filled with love and laughter so come along and enjoy your own journey of discovery.

ENTERTAINMENT The fabulous Lady Boys of Bangkok are back in spectacular style in a flamboyant extravaganza combining the heady spice of Bangkok’s exotic nightlife with the glamorous showgirl appeal of Las Vegas.

Spiritualist Medium

Sue Cunningham on stage is experimental/ investigational. There are no guaranteed or certain results and the show is for purposes of entertainment.

MUSICAL The award-winning spectacular Mad About The Musicals transports you on a whistle-stop tour into the heart of London’s theatre land. Sit back and enjoy two hours of unforgettable West End and Broadway favourites, from the poignant All I Ask Of You to the dramatic One Day More all performed with stunning vocals of a West End cast.

‘Outstanding’ The Stage

‘The best show of its kind’ Encore Magazine Tickets £17.50 Concessions £1.50 off

Tickets £12.00 Concessions £2.00 off

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Performed by 16 of the world’s most beautiful show-girls (who just happen to be men!) it’s the show everyone talks about! Whether it is the trade-mark, painstakingly immaculate makeup; the glittering array of designer-inspired handmade outfits; the show-stopping choreography or the saucy but never crude or vulgar comedy – when it comes to Fantasy and Feathers, noone does it better than the fabulous Lady Boys of Bangkok.

Tickets £19.50 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 10+ £15.50 per ticket White Rock Friends £15.50

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Sat 19 June | 7.30pm

Hastings Philharmonic Choir All at Sea

Mon 14 June | 8pm

Katy Brand’s Big Ass Tour COMEDY Join the British Comedy Award-Winner and star of ITV2’s Katy Brand’s Big Ass Show, Have I Got News For You and Peep Show, for an evening of anarchic comedy, celebrity satire, music spoofs and much, much more. Following the success of her hit TV show, Katy returns to her live roots with this silly, sassy, and smart evening of comedy. Featuring old favourites and new material there’s something here for everyone.

MUSIC Join the Hastings Philharmonic Choir under the Music Directorship of Hilary Davan Wetton with full orchestra for a musical maritime celebration ranging from Elgar’s evocative Sea Pictures, sung by renowned mezzo Louise Winter, to the colourful tunes and jazzy rhythms of The Rio Grande. The evening will also include all the fun of HMS Pinafore and a Proms-style finale.

Tickets £15.00 Under 18s £5.00

Recommended for ages 14+ Tickets £18.50 Concessions £2.00 off

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Mon 28 June–Sat 3 July | Mon–Sat 7.30pm, Thu & Sat Mats 2.30pm COMEDY Penned by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, two of the most successful sitcom writers of the twentieth century, Hi-De-Hi! became an institution to television audiences. In this exciting new production of the stage show which stars Damian Williams and two original members of the TV Series, Barry Howard and Nikki Kelly, Hi-De-Hi! promises huge amounts of audience participation as you the audience become the ‘Campers’. Be prepared for two hours of hilarious ‘camp’ fun.

Don’t forget to book your pre-show dining Tickets Mon, Tue, Wed & Thu Eves £19.00, £17.00 £15.00 Fri & Sat Eves £20.00, £18.00, £16.00 Thu Mat £13.00 Sat Mat £16.00 Concessions £2.00 off Mon–Thu & Sat Mat Groups 10+ £12.00 per ticket & one free White Rock Friends 2 for 1 Opening Night Mon 28 June

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Sun 20 June | 5pm

Wed 23 June | 7.30pm

Lionel Blair

The Hairy Bikers’ Kings ov Leon Big Night Out

Tap and Chat with Lionel Blair ENTERTAINMENT Amidst beautifully-choreographed songs such as Me and My Shadow and They Can’t Take That Away from Me, with his inimitable charm Lionel captivates his audience with spellbinding anecdotes, from Tea at Number 10 to personal engagements with Liza Minnelli and his legendary performances with Sammy Davis Jnr. Come and join Lionel and revisit one of the most colourful showbiz careers of all time.

‘Simply Charming’ The Times Tickets £17.00 Concessions £2.00 off White Rock Friends £15.00 per ticket

COOKING COMEDY Join the 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, for an evening of cooking, chatting and laughs.

2008 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 BBC2’s Weakest Link. 2009 was busy for both with a giant 30-part series on BBC2 called The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain. This year brings Mum Knows Best as well as the Bikers embarking upon their national tour.

Fri 9 July | 7.30pm

MUSIC The Kings ov Leon have quickly established themselves as the number one UK tribute to one of the greatest bands on the planet.

An awesome set includes the anthems Use Somebody, Closer, Revelry, Bucket and the sublime Sex On Fire.

The band has all the class and charisma of the Kings of Leon and is currently taking the UK by storm.

They’ll be the ones to show you the way...

Tickets £12.00 Concessions £2.00 off

Bikes and pans at the ready!

Tickets £22.50

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Fri 16 July | 8pm

Magic of Motown Direct from the USA...

The Reach Out Tour MUSIC Live on stage it’s the music of the Temptations, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Four Tops, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Lionel Richie, Martha Reeves and more.

The best live Motown tribute concert show boasts a superblychoreographed cast, dozens of dazzling costume changes and that authentic Detroit sound-direct from sell-out shows in London’s O2.

Thu 8 July | 7.30pm

Courtney Pine Transition in Tradition JAZZ World-famous saxophonist fusing hip-hop jazz and groove; one of the most exciting and talented performers around. Credited with transforming the face of contemporary British Jazz, Courtney Pine is revered across the world for his innovative style and love of playing live.

‘The UK’s most important jazz instrumentalist’ The Observer

‘Pine is Superb’

Sit back and enjoy as sixties classics give way to present-day masterpieces from Lionel Richie and Diana Ross. www.easytheatres.com

The Guardian Tickets £17.50 Concessions £1.50 off

Includes all-time favourites: Stop in the Name of Love; I Want You Back; I Heard it Through the Grapevine and more.

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Tickets £17.50 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 10+ £15.00 per ticket

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THE MUSICAL FOR ALL TIME BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS

Mon 19–Sat 24 July | Mon–Sat 7.30pm, Thu & Sat Mats 2.30pm MUSICAL 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 tragic consequences. Starring Lyn Paul in the lead role of Mrs Johnstone 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-award winning Blood Brothers, and Bill Kenwright’s production, having recently celebrated its 21st phenomenal year in London, continues to enjoy standing ovations at every devastating performance. No wonder Blood Brothers is now ‘The musical for all time’.

‘The greatest musical of the decade’ International Herald Tribune

‘Devastating. A masterpiece.

If you haven’t seen it go, if you have, go again’ News of the World Tickets Mon, Tue, Wed & Thu Eves £26.00, £23.00, £20.50 Fri & Sat Eves £27.00, £24.00, £22.00 Thu & Sat Mats £23.50, £20.50, £17.50 Concessions £2.00 off Mon–Thu (No concessions Fri Eve, Sat Mat & Eve) Schools 10+ £12.00 per ticket & one free Groups 10+ £12.00 per ticket & one free White Rock Friends 2 for 1 Opening Night

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Wed 28 July | 7.30pm

The Voice of Roy Orbison 21st Anniversary Tour MUSIC 2010 is the 21st anniversary of Roy Orbison’s death, and to mark this occasion we present the sounds of ‘The Big O’ together with two hugely-successful support acts, The Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly, together with live band ‘The Rockets’.

In a show featuring moving and accurate portrayals of these music icons, you will hear all your favourite hits spanning these incredible decades of music including: Only The Lonely, Wake Up Little Suzie, Peggy Sue, Pretty Woman, Cathy’s Clown, Rave On... in over 2 hours of nonstop hits! A terrific feel-good night.

Tickets £16.00 Concessions £1.00 off

Fri 30 & Sat 31 July | Fri 1.30pm & 3.30pm, Sat 11am & 1.30pm

Guess How Much I Love You Live on Stage!

CHILDREN Much-loved characters Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare leap off the page and onto the stage!

Hop along to the White Rock Theatre and join in the fun as this endearing pair take you on a magical journey through Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Enjoy songs, games and laughter as Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram’s classic Guess How Much I Love You tales are brought to life by David Wood OBE, the UK’s leading writer and director of children’s theatre.

Guess How Much I Love You is perfect entertainment for the young and not-so-young!

Tickets £12.50 Children £9.50 Family Ticket £39.00 (2 & 2)

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White Rock Summer Youth Project proudly presents the Olivier Award-Winning musical

Thu 12–Sat 14 August | Thu 7.30pm, Fri & Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm MUSICAL Our House tells the story of Joe Casey who, on the night of his sixteenth birthday, takes Sarah, the girl of his dreams, out on their first date. In an effort to impress her with bravado, he breaks into a building site overlooking his home on Casey Street, which is owned by Mr Pressman, a high-end property developer. The police turn up, at which point Joe’s life splits into two: the Good Joe, who stays to help, and Bad Joe, who flees.

Tickets £11.00 Concessions £2.00 off Family Ticket £36.00 (2 & 2) Early Bird £1.50 off per ticket if booked and paid by 1 June Groups 10+ £7.50 per ticket

With all the music written by Madness this high-energy musical features more than 15 Madness hits including My Girl, Baggy Trousers, Driving In My Car, Our House and the all-time classic It Must Be Love.

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Sun 29 August | 7.30pm

An Evening with the stars of

Strictly Come Dancing DANCE Two of the professional dancing stars of BBC TV's Strictly Come Dancing, Brian Fortuna & Kristina Rihanoff bring their amazing new show to the White Rock Theatre.

Sat 31 July | 7.30pm

Jim Davidson If I Ruled The World COMEDY The King of comedy is back with his most outrageous show yet!

Sure to excite his ever-growing band of faithful squires, and their ladies, King Jim gives the crowd exactly what they want, with his latest stand-up show filled with tales of wanton women, pointless wars and her Majesty’s troops.

All rise and salute King Jim and let him show you how the world should be (if he had his way!) ‘Outrageous, controversial, politically incorrect... and shockingly funny!’

This night of sensational dance will include ballroom and Latin demonstrations/exhibitions, a question & answer session, workshops with audience participation and much, much more.

So get out your sequins & dancing shoes and 'quickstep' along to this fantastic show.

Tickets £15.00 Concessions £2.00 off

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Wed 1–Thu 2 September | Wed 1pm & 4pm, Thu 10am & 1pm CHILDRENS Oink oink – it's Peppa Pig! Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends and enjoys her absolute favourite activity – jumping up and down in muddy puddles!

Today it’s a bright and sunny day! It’s a very special day! It’s Peppa Pig's birthday! Come and join the fun with Peppa and George, Suzy Sheep, Danny Dog and Emily Elephant. A charming, original and imaginative show, full of brand-new songs, muddy puddles, and oinks!

Tickets £15.00 Under 16s £2.00 off Family Ticket £50.00 (2 & 2)

www.peppapiglive.com Peppa Pig @Astley Baker Davies Ltd/ E1 Entertainment Ltd 2003

This BAFTA award-winning children's TV show is recreated live on stage featuring beautifully true-to-life puppets, for first time, from the producers of LazyTown Live! and Roald Dahl’s The BFG. 25

SEPTEMBER

Sat 4 September | 7.30pm

Thu 9 September | 7.30pm

Fri 10 September | 7.30pm

Letz Zep

Paul Jones

Jake & Elwood

Led Zeppelin – 30 Years Gone Tour 2010

Rockin’ in Rhythm

The Best Blues Brothers Show In The World Ever!

MUSIC Thirty years have passed since the sad demise of John Bonham, and the disbanding of Led Zeppelin, who remain one of the most influential and iconic bands of all time.

MUSIC Blues and pop legend Paul Jones, who was lead singer with the super group Manfred Mann and for over twenty years presented his weekly blues programme on BBC Radio 2, joins Digby Fairweather’s Half Dozen for a new show entitled Rockin’ in Rhythm.

MUSIC Jake & Elwood invite you to spend an evening in Chicago as they explode on stage for their Soul, Rhythm and Blues musical extravaganza.

His contributions to rock music were revolutionary, and had a huge impact when he exploded onto the music scene in 1968.

A gig by Letz Zep fully portrays the full scope of the music of Led Zeppelin.

‘Letz Zep are rated as The Most Popular and Top rated, Led Zeppelin tribute act in the UK today’

With a winning combination of top bluesman and rock icon, along with Digby Fairweather’s poll-winning band Half Dozen, Rockin’ in Rhythm is a must for blues, rock, and jazz fans alike.

Tickets £17.00 Concessions £2.00 off

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With their fabulous Black Rhino Band, stunning music of the legendary Godfather of soul James Brown and the sensational Charvelles you will be dancing in the aisles within minutes and left with little doubt as to why this is hailed as ‘The Best Blues Brothers Show In The World Ever!’ proving what happens when talent, energy and great music collide.

Tickets £18.50 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 10+ £15.00 per ticket

Tickets £15.00 Under 16s £2.00 off

Tickets 01424 462288

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AR UL P O Y P AND B CK M BA DE

Fri 14 May & Sat 11 September 7.30pm Sussex Hall

Comedy Curry

DINING/COMEDY With two cracking comedians and three delicious courses, this will be the spiciest night out you will have this Autumn. White Rock Theatre offers you the chance to get together over delicious Indian cuisine and enjoy hilarious performances by comedians brought to you by the comedy company responsible for Lee Evans and Rich Hall.

Fri 17 September | 8pm

Rhod Gilbert And The Cat That Looked Like Nicholas Lyndhurst

Tickets £25.00 White Rock Friends £22.50

COMEDY Following his sell-out performance earlier this year at the White Rock Theatre, the Welsh wonder is back by popular demand.

Last year, he punched a shop-assistant over the duvet tog-rating system and went berserk over a mince pie. Stung by accusations that he over-reacts, this year Rhod sets out on an emotional rollercoaster of a journey to discover the truth. Is he, as he believes, a visionary in a sea of closed minds, or has he, as everyone else believes, got anger-management problems.

‘Without doubt one of the best comedians anywhere in the world right now’ Time Out Tickets £20.00

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Wed 22 September | 7.30pm

Fri 24 September | 7.30pm

Sat 25 September | 7.30pm Sussex Hall

Waterloo

Sinatra’s

Paul Zerdin

The ultimate ABBA show!

Live at the Sands Concert

MUSIC The ultimate party night is here at White Rock Theatre with over two hours of ABBA Hits; Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen and many many more. With fabulous musicians and live vocals, you’ll leave shouting Thank You For The Music ABBA!

MUSIC Stephen Triffitt offers a glimpse of the genius that was Frank Sinatra at the height of his vocal powers, in the most famous and hard-swinging live performance of his career.

Waterloo is the show that guarantees a sensational night out with stunning costumes, six piece band, six singers and award-winning lighting design.

The biggest ABBA show in Europe!

Tickets £17.50 Concessions £1.50 off

With a mixture of some of Sinatra’s most-adored hits such as Under My Skin, Come Fly With Me and My Kind of Town and the full size 17-piece Big Band Orchestra, you’ll experience an evening of the hippest musical mastery you could ever hope to hear.

‘As Sinatra, Triffitt’s strength is in his faithful re-creation of Old Blue Eyes’ mannerisms, voice and phrasing... you’d swear you’re listening to the original.’

COMEDY Hailed as Britain’s most talented and leading ventriloquist and comedian, Paul Zerdin, was by far the stand-out performer of last year’s Royal Variety Show, has enjoyed a sell-out Edinburgh Fringe run and starred in numerous other TV shows.

Come and see Paul and his friends, Sam, Albert, Baby and a few new tricks up his sleeves.

‘Technically immaculate, it’s what he does with his slick talent that really sets him apart. His relationship with his characters has all the dramatic tension of a real life double act’ Guardian

Pittsburgh Tribune Tickets £17.00 Concessions £2.00 off Groups 10+ £13.00 per ticket

Tickets 01424 462288

Tickets £13.00 Concessions £2.00 off

Book Online www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk

COMING SOON

Thu 7 October | 7.30pm

Johnny Cash’s Legendary

Tennessee Three in Concert MUSIC Throughout his whole career Johnny Cash chose to work with only one band. The Tennessee Three are synonymous to the Cash legend.

Led by Bob Wootton who toured the world for over 30 years as righthand man, confidant and lead guitar player to his friend Johnny Cash, this is the most authentic homage to The Man in Black. The boom-chick a-boom guitar style, intimate stories and the driven belief that ‘The sound must go on’ are all there and combine to provide a not-to-be missed experience for the millions of Cash devotees worldwide.

Tickets £17.50 Concessions £1.50 off

Sat 9 October | 7.30pm

An Evening of Burlesque Starring the Award-Winning Sensation Miss Polly Rae ENTERTAINMENT Direct from London’s West End, tantalising yet tasteful, camp and colourful, this fascinating art form is brought to life for your delectation. As seen on national TV the Mistress of Burlesque, Miss Polly Rae and her Hurly Burly Girlies marry live vocal talent with burlesque art.

From the creative director to Kylie Minogue, featuring couture costumes, breathtaking choreography and a fabulous score: an unmissable first for White Rock Theatre.

Over 18’s only Tickets £17.50 Concessions £2.00 off

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COMING SOON

Fri 22 October | 7.30pm

An Evening of Clairvoyance with TV Psychic

Tony Stockwell

Fri 15 October | 8pm

John Bishop: Live COMEDY The multi-award-winning comedian and star of Live At The Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow, Skins, Mock The Week and 8 Out of Ten Cats, performs his brand-new show at White Rock Theatre.

‘Bishop has Funny bones’

MEDIUM The remarkable star of Living TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic School and Zone Reality TV’s original Psychic Private Eyes endeavours to give proof beyond doubt and evidence of the afterlife which can change some lives forever. Tony Stockwell will demonstrate his belief that those who have passed can communicate with us, delivering their messages of love and reuniting them with their relatives. This evening’s clairvoyance will be a celebration of the reunion of our world and the next.

Tony Stockwell on stage is experimental/ investigational. There are no guaranteed or certain results and the show is for the purposes of entertainment.

The Times

‘Frankly hilarious’ The Telegraph

Tickets £17.50 Tickets £21.00

Don’t forget to book your pre-show dining

Tickets 01424 462288

Book Online www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk

Sat 23 October | 7.30pm

Tue 26 October | 7.30pm Sussex Hall

Sat 30 October | 1.30pm & 4pm

Elkie Brooks

Buddy Whittington

Danger Mouse Saves The World

50th Anniversary Tour

Blues at The Rock MUSIC Quite simply one of the most successful and popular singers the UK has ever produced. Now celebrating her 50th year in music, she is still proving to be one of the most powerful and versatile vocal talents of our time. After numerous hit singles, million-selling albums and awards, her annual tours are a treat for fans old and new.

Including some of her classic hits, blues, jazz and perhaps a song or two from her latest album, an electric evening with Elkie is guaranteed to leave you begging for more.

‘Still one of the great British voices’

BLUES Eric Clapton, Peter Green, Mick Taylor: the list of fantastic guitarists that have played in iconic British Bluesman John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers is as long as their names are legendary – and filling their shoes might be daunting for some... but not for Buddy Whittington. His country-flavoured Blues playing thrilled audiences the world over in his 15-year stint in the band and he now visits the White Rock Theatre in support of his highly anticipated second solo album.

Supporting Buddy will be local band The Flying Squad.

CHILDREN This Autumn sees the return of the world’s number one secret agent as Danger Mouse bursts onto stage in his first-ever theatre tour. The whole team are back together from Colonel K, trusty sidekick Penfold to arch enemies Baron Silas Greenback, Nero and Stiletto. There is even a special appearance from Agent 57 if you can spot him! An afternoon of hilarious, side-splitting family entertainment.

Tickets £13.50 Children £10.50 Family Ticket £44.00 (2 & 2)

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The Guardian Tickets £21.00

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Early Bird Groups Offer 20+ £8.50, £10.50, N/A If booked and paid by 30 June 2010

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LOCAL EVENTS

Wed 12 May | 7pm

Wed 19–Sat 22 May | 7.30pm, Thu & Sat Mats 2.30pm

Fri 28 & Sat 29 May | 7.30pm

The Army Presentation Day

Amateur Production The Hastleons present

Opera South East

PRESENTATION ‘Our aim is to give you a general insight into Today’s Army’

MUSICAL An unforgettable trip into the magical world of Disney where romance and music, featuring Be Our Guest, A Tale As Old As Time, If I Can’t Love Her and the title song Beauty And The Beast, take you into the enchanted and magical world of Disney.

Do you want to know more about the Army? To have your questions answered, come to our presentation day where there will be an opportunity to meet military personnel from your local brigade.

To book your free place please call 01276 417000 or email: apt.mod@btinternet.com

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

Tickets £12.00 Concessions £1.00 off Children £6.00

Tickets 01424 462288

OPERA Opera South East presents Die Fledermaus an operetta in three acts by Johann Strauss.

This is the finest product of the Viennese operetta school with a cornucopia of fresh, witty, pointed, memorable melodies; full of waltz themes with lilting refrains. Opera at its sparkling best, accompanied by the Sussex Concert Orchestra.

Tickets £16.00, £12.00 Concessions £3.00 off Under 16s Free

Book Online www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk

Sat 26 June | 7.30pm

Sat 10 July | 7.30pm

Sat 17 July | 7pm

Oakhurst Dance Studio

Musica Sacra

Nicola Rodmell Presents

Hastings Festival of Interfaith Music

The Magic of Disney 2

MUSIC A concert performed by professional musicians from six faiths.

DANCE A super summer spectacular show of magical fun for all the family. Featuring song and dance, classical ballet and jazz themed to a host of your Disney favourites including Peter Pan, Aladdin, Snow White and many more. All performed by our young stars of the future from Nicola Rodmell’s School of Performing Arts.

Déjà Vu! DANCE Oakhurst Dance Studio presents Déjà Vu! a twentieth anniversary dance spectacular produced, directed and choreographed by Michele Holden and Rachel Colthurst. Pupils from three years old to seniors will perform a variety of dance from Jazz, Street Tap and Ballet. A not-to-bemissed musical variety of dance and singing celebrating the Dance Studio’s twenty year history.

Tickets £10.00 Concessions £2.00 off

Vibrant and colourful performances from Hindu, Jewish, Buddhist, Christian, Muslim and Sikh musicians, dancers and singers.

This unique concert, where groups from six major religions perform in one event, includes the famous Sikh sword dance as well as a speciallycommissioned composition of interfaith music by Roger Wilcock.

Tickets £10.00 Concessions £2.00 off

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Sat 8 May | 10am–3pm

Sun 13 June | 6pm

White Rock Theatre Open Day

Time to Dance Gala Performance

FAMILY Have a family fun day at the White Rock Theatre!

EDUCATION DANCE In East Sussex the Hastings & Rother School Sport Partnership (SSP) has run a Time to Dance festival annually and this is now being taken up by the North Wealden and South Downs SSP’s. The Time to Dance Gala Performance brings together the outstanding work that takes place in schools and colleges in order to highlight the good practice and to provide clear pathways for young people who wish to further their interest in dance.

Come along and meet the team as we lift the curtain on the exciting world of theatre. Explore our backstage areas, including the dressing rooms, and step on to the White Rock Stage where countless performers have stood over the years!

Find out more about the theatre’s remarkable history – from the laying of its original foundation stone in 1926, to it use as a hospital and mortuary, to present day.

Expect laughter, fun and much more… and take advantage of our tasting sessions in the Pavilion Café.

Supported by Hampshire Dance and Youth Dance England.

Tickets £5.00 Concessions £2.00 off

White Rock Youth Theatre Each group works on a new production each term which is performed in the Sussex Hall.

Three age categories ‘The Pebbles 1’ 8–12 years Saturday mornings 10am–12 noon ‘The Pebbles 2’ 8–12 years Saturday mornings 12.30pm–2.30pm ‘The Stones’ 13–16 years Saturday afternoons 3pm–5pm ‘The Rocks’ 16–21 years Wednesday evenings 7pm–9pm Cost £70.00 per term payable in advance Please contact Tracy White on 01424 462287 or email tracy@whiterocktheatre.org.uk WRYT is accredited to the national Association of Youth Theatres.

Visit our web site for further details www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk Entrance Free

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W H I T E ROC K F R I E N D S Join the White Rock Friends and save up to 50% on theatre tickets!

Under-26 Free Theatre Initiative A Night Less Ordinary is an Arts Council England scheme in association with Metro, which will provide 618,000 free theatre tickets to anyone under-26 in more than 200 venues across England.

White Rock Theatre, Hastings is delighted to be one of the venues taking part in this exciting initiative and we look forward to welcoming under 26 year olds, free-of-charge, at least one day per week from April 2009 to March 2011, subject of course, to availability!

To book your tickets please telephone the ticket office quoting ‘free for under 26s’ and state which performance you would like to attend. More information can also be found at www.anightlessordinary.org.uk

The joining fee of just £25.00 per year entitles you to a host of exclusive benefits including two tickets for the price of one on a number of shows. For example, on becoming a member, you can save 50% on two tickets for the first night of Blood Brothers the same applies to Hi-De-Hi. Listed throughout this brochure are exclusive prices for White Rock Friends. So become a White Rock Friend today and make your visit to the White Rock Theatre even more special.

As a White Rock Friend you will be entitled to: • Priority Booking on Season Brochures and announcements of new shows.

• Ticket discounts for White Rock Friends.

• Two tickets for the price of one on a number of shows including the first nights of Blood Brothers and Hi-De-Hi. • A regular news-letter keeping you informed of forthcoming events and shows at the White Rock Theatre.

• Personal invitations to at least two White Rock Friends’ Events, which will be held at least twice a year.

• A 10% discount at The Pavilion Café on the production of your White Rock Friend Membership Card.

• Exclusive tours of the theatre, especially for White Rock Friends.

The cost of becoming a White Rock Friend is £25.00 a year.

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Reservations Tickets can generally be reserved for five days or 24 hours before the show, whichever is appropriate. You will be notified of restrictions at the time of booking.

By Phone Our Ticket Office is open 10am-6pm Monday to Saturday on 01424 462288. Group Sales can be contacted on 01424 462285.

Call our combined Ticket Office and Ticketmaster number 0844 847 1780, 24 hours a day, 364 days a year – may be subject to a booking fee.

Concessions Over 60s, under 16s, full-time students with a valid student card and people with a disability are entitled to concession prices where stated.

In Person The Ticket Office is open Monday to Saturday 10am–6pm. On Sunday and Bank Holidays the Ticket Office is open 90 minutes before performances.

Refunds and Exchanges Tickets cannot be refunded once paid for unless a performance is postponed or cancelled.

Payment Most major credit and debit cards, cash and cheques (made payable to White Rock Theatre) are accepted at the Ticket Office. As from 7 December 2009 telephone bookings via the Ticket Office will be subject to a £1.00 per ticket booking fee capped at £4.00; in person bookings will be subject to a 50p per ticket booking fee capped at £4.00. Cash Payments, White Rock Friends and Group Bookings of 8+ are exempt from booking fees.

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Access We are dedicated to access for all. We have spaces for wheelchair users and accessible toilets. Please refer to Ticket Office for more information. Entry is via a ramp into the main foyer and stalls or via a passenger lift from the ground floor to the Café. Please tell us about any special requirements you have.

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And where to park; it has never been cheaper.

White Rock Theatre Tours White Rock Theatre Tours are ideal for groups of all ages and offer an insight not only into the history of the building but the many aspects of theatre life.

Tour includes access to backstage, front of house, dressing rooms and the auditorium the tours lasts approximately 90 minutes and ends with complimentary teas, coffees and biscuits. Groups 10-20 £3.50 per head. For further details call 01424 462287

By Bus/Coach Bus Routes: 20, 21, 21A, 22, 22B, 25, 25A, 26, 26A, 98, 99, 304 & 305.

Please check with Traveline for times on 0870 608 2 608. There are limited bus services for the autumn and winter season; please check locally.

By Train Nearest Rail: Hastings or St Leonards-on-Sea (Warrior Square).

Call National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50.

Parking Hastings Borough Council have invested over £3 million in off street parking in Hastings. Charges have been greatly reduced with most car parks offering free parking after 6pm.

The following car parks are local to the White Rock Theatre and within walking distance of the theatre.

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APRIL – SEPTEMBER 2010 APRIL

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Tue 20 April Jus’ Like That Thu 22 April Rhod Gilbert Fri 23 April Murder Mystery Evening Mon 26 April We’ll Meet Again Tue 27 April John Jorgenson Quintet Thu 29 April Joe Longthorne Fri 30 April C’mon Everybody

Fri 28 & Sat 29 May Opera South East present Die Fledermaus Mon 31 May & Tue 1 June Charlie and Lola’s Best Bestest Play

Wed 28 July The Voice of Roy Orbison Fri 30 & Sat 31 July Guess How Much I Love You Sat 31 July Jim Davidson

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Thu 3 June Allan Holdsworth Trio Fri 4 June Lucy Porter Mon 7 June Jaleo Flamenco Tue 8 June Sue Cunningham Wed 9 June Mad About The Musicals Sun 13 June Time to Dance Gala Performance Mon 14 June Katy Brand’s Big Ass Tour Tue 15 June The Lady Boys of Bangkok Sat 19 June Hastings Philharmonic Choir Sun 20 June Lionel Blair Wed 23 June The Hairy Bikers’ Big Night Out Sat 26 June Oakhurst Dance Studio Déjà Vu! Mon 28 June–Sat 3 July Hi-De-Hi

Thu 12–Sat 14 August Our House Sun 29 August Brian Fortuna & Kristina Rihanoff

MAY Sat 1 May The Joy of Politics Sun 2 May The Chuckle Brothers Tue 4 May Jimmy Carr Wed 5 May Swan Lake Thu 6 May Jools Holland Fri 7 May Morecambe Sat 8 May Joan Armatrading Mon 10 May The Importance of Being Oscar Tue 11 May Sally Morgan Wed 12 May Army Presentation Fri 14 May Comedy Curry Sat 15 May Show Me Chris & Pui Sat 15 May Idiots of Ants Wed 19–Sat 22 May Hastleons present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

JULY Thu 8 July Courtney Pine Fri 9 July Kings ov Leon Sat 10 July Musica Sacra Fri 16 July Magic of Motown Sat 17 July The Magic of Disney 2 Mon 19–Sat 24 July Blood Brothers

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SEPTEMBER Wed 1–Thu 2 September Peppa Pig’s Party Sat 4 September Letz Zep Thu 9 September Paul Jones Fri 10 September Jake & Elwood Sat 11 September Comedy Curry Fri 17 September Rhod Gilbert Wed 22 September Waterloo Fri 24 September Sinatra’s Live at the Sands Concert Sat 25 September Paul Zerdin

COMING SOON Thu 7 October Tennessee Three in Concert Sat 9 October An Evening of Burlesque Fri 15 October John Bishop: Live Fri 22 October Tony Stockwell Sat 23 October Elkie Brooks Tue 26 October Buddy Whittington Sat 30 October Danger Mouse Saves The World

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