Spring - Summer 2013 by Wyvern Theatre

SWINDON

THEATRE

WYVERN THEATRE SPRING / SUMMER 2013

highlights this season…

GARETH GATES & CHICO in

BOOGIE NIGHTS LIZA GODDARD and LYSETTE ANTHONY in AGATHA CHRISTIE’S

GO BACK FOR MURDER RAY QUINN and BEVERLEY CALLARD in

THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE HANNAH WATERMAN in

ABIGAIL’S PARTY

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DELICIOUS DINER MENU AVAILABLE BEFORE EVERY SHOW The Wyvern is the perfect place to enjoy a light bite before the show. Classic British Dishes, such as Scampi and Fries or Ham, Egg and Chips, will be available from an hour and a half before every performance – the Wyvern Theatre offers the fastest food in town.

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BOOK ONLINE wyverntheatre.org.uk TUE 5 MARCH 7.30PM A Sadler’s Wells/Russell Maliphant Production

THE RODIN PROJECT Russell Maliphant Dance Company

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Russell Maliphant presents his new dance piece, The Rodin Project, which takes inspiration from works of the great French sculptor, Auguste Rodin. Fusing elements of contemporary dance with hip hop, The Rodin Project is a stirring dance triumph you won’t want to miss. TICKETS £11.00, £16.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off STUDENTS £10.00

SUN 10 MARCH 7.30PM

TAKE FAT

Take Fat is definitely NOT a tribute band. Take Fat is an XXL larger-than-life musical parody act who perform the ‘greatest hits’ of one of the biggest bands in the world Take That combined with hilarious sketches and character cast comedy. Visit wyverntheatre.org.uk and watch Take Fat’s Take That medley on Sky 1’s Don’t Stop Me Now

A must-see show which is fast, energetic and outrageous! TICKETS £17.50

TUE 12 MARCH 8PM

JACK DEE After warming up at the Wyvern Theatre in 2012, Jack Dee returns in 2013 with the final product! Where’s he been? Appearing on shows like QI, Never Mind The Buzzcocks and Have I Got News For You, hosting Radio 4’s I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue, co-writing and starring in BBC 2’s hit sitcom Lead Balloon and writing his memoirs, which he modestly dedicated to himself - “Without whom none of this would have been possible”. TICKETS £22.00

THU 14 MARCH 8PM

CHRIS ADDISON The Time Is Now, Again

The star of The Thick of It and Mock The Week returns with his twice extended, critically-acclaimed tour The Time Is Now, Again. This is top-class stand-up from one of the classiest, toppiest stand-ups around. You should come and see him. TICKETS £21.00 (plus £2.00 booking fee)

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This season the award-winning Grand Opera of Belarus brings to you Puccini’s Madam Butterfly and La Bohème, accompanied by a large, live orchestra. SAT 2 MARCH Puccini’s La Bohème is a passionate story of love at first sight. La Bohème is one of the world’s most loved operas, a classic story that never ceases to captivate its audience. SUN 3 MARCH Madam Butterfly is the magnificent story of a trusting Japanese maiden that catches the attention and affections of an American officer. In order to become his bride she must cross cultural boundaries and defy the will of her family.

SAT 16 & SUN 17 MARCH SAT 5PM & 8PM, SUN 2PM & 5PM 2000 years of tradition explode on to the Wyvern stage with a spectacular extravaganza. This daring, breath-taking and thrilling family show combines all the great Chinese artistes’ traditions with modern production values. Audiences will be astounded by the superb swinging poles, tantalised by the sensational contortionist and amazed by the first UK appearance of the formidable martial artist known as ‘The One’. TICKETS £18.00, £22.00, £26.00 CONCESSIONS £1.50 off FAMILY TICKETS £54.00, £64.00, £80.00 (2 adults, 2 children)

7.30PM TICKETS £29.00 – £35.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FRIENDS £2.50 off BOOK FOR BOTH £2.50 OFF EACH TICKET

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LUNCHTIME RECITALS WED 13 MARCH 1.05PM MARLBOROUGH COLLEGE SENIOR MUSIC SCHOLARS featuring both chamber music and solo items. WED 10 APRIL 1.05PM JOY FARALL clarinet PAUL TURNER piano A programme of elegant lines of Brahms’ first clarinet sonata to the infectious rhythms of Brazil. TICKETS £5.00 TEA & CAKE £3.50

FRI 15 MARCH 7.30PM

THE DRIFTERS The Diamond Dynasty Tour The Drifters 60th Anniversary Diamond Dynasty Tour sees one of the biggest-selling groups of all time return to Swindon. Hear them perform songs such as Under The Boardwalk, Saturday Night At The Movies, Up On The Roof, Kissin’ In The Back Row, and many more from The Drifters’ vast back catalogue. TICKETS £25.00

THU 21 MARCH 7.30PM Formerly of The Dubliners

CANNON, CAMPBELL, WATCHORN & O’CONNOR Sean, Patsy, Eamonn and Gerry are true legends of Irish Folk. After Barney McKenna’s sad passing and John Sheahan’s decision to retire the lads decided to continue on The Dubliners legacy, started back in 1962, and will perform all the classic songs and ballads known the world over from The Wild Rover to Whiskey In The Jar. TICKETS £21.00

FRI 22 MARCH 7.30PM

THAT’LL BE THE DAY Brand New 2013 Production

Prepare yourself for a party as the legendary That’ll Be The Day returns by popular demand. This hugely-entertaining rock ‘n’ roll spectacular features an all-new line-up of knock-out hits from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, mixed with loads of new zany comedy routines, to produce a show with a real feel-good party atmosphere. TICKETS £23.00

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SUPERB EASTER HOLIDAY FUN!

SUN 24 MARCH 7.30PM

TUE 2 APRIL 7PM

THU 4 APRIL 7.30PM

ABBA FOREVER

GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS

THE SHAOLIN WARRIORS

In Concert

ABBA Forever replicate the unique Abba sound, accompanied by a six-piece band. The unforgettable lyrics penned by Benny and Björn are sung in wonderful harmony by all performers on stage. TICKETS £19.00 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off

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MON 18 MARCH

SEAN LOCK

OFFICIALLY AMAZING SCIENCE LIVE! For the first time ever Guinness World Records arrives on stage with its officially amazing, record-breaking, science-mad, all-new live show. Join our Official Guinness World Records Adjudicator and team of presenters in genuine live record attempts by our audience. Unleash your inner skills, understand the world we live in, and see if you too can be a record breaker! TICKETS £16.50 CHILDREN £14.50 FAMILY TICKET £58.00 (2 adults, 2 children) Visit wyverntheatre. org.uk to watch a trailer for this brandnew show production

The Shaolin Warriors’ breath-taking theatrical Kung Fu Show vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility, strength and skill, using their rigorous martial arts training, featuring professionally trained Kung Fu Masters. You will be amazed and thrilled by The Shaolin Warriors’ death-defying stunts including qigong, animal imitation boxing, drunken boxing, and fighting. TICKETS £20.50, £23.50 CHILDREN £2.00 off FAMILY TICKET £70.00 (2 adults, 2 children)

EVERY SEAT SOLD!

SUPERB EASTER HOLIDAY FUN!

WED 3 APRIL

MILTON JONES Extra date added: SUN 3 NOVEMBER

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Storytellers from the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre will present Roald Dahl’s hilarious

WED 27 MARCH Dirty Beasts and Revolting Rhymes – fairytales with a twist. This 45 minute event will require lots 12.30PM of audience participation, in the form of help with noises and actions, and is the ideal prelude to WYVERN the matinée performance of Birmingham Stage Company’s James and the Giant Peach. RESTAURANT Free event when purchasing tickets for James and the Giant Peach – limited tickets, book early to avoid disappointment.

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SUPERB EASTER HOLIDAY FUN! TUE 26 – SAT 30 MARCH This Easter, if you’re looking for Roald Dahl delights and whizzpopping wonders, don’t miss James and his Giant Peach! James lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, the most revolting Aunts in England. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known. When James accidentally spills the bag near an old peach tree, the most incredible things start to happen – and James embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with the most amazing group of characters you could ever meet! The Birmingham Stage Company proudly presents Roald Dahl’s amazing story, following its acclaimed productions of George’s Marvellous Medicine, Horrible Histories and The Jungle Book.

‘A heartwarming mix of fun, fruit and nuts from this charming production!’ DAILY MAIL TUE – SAT 2PM & 7PM TICKETS £13.00, £15.00, £17.00 CHILDREN £2.00 off OVER 60s £2.00 off FAMILY TICKET £44.00 (2 adults, 2 children)

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MURDER, MYSTERY AND INTRIGUE…

‘A COMPANY THAT CLEARLY UNDERSTANDS AND LOVES CHRISTIE’S WORK’

‘THE AGATHA CHRISTIE THEATRE COMPANY ALWAYS DELIVERS A THRILLING NIGHT OUT’

THE EXPRESS

THE HERALD

Q+A

with LIZA GODDARD THU 11 APRIL 12.30PM

Join Liza Goddard in the Wyvern Theatre Restaurant for a question and answer session. Following the session, our Diner menu will be available for all patrons to enjoy before the matinee performance. This event is free when purchasing tickets for Go Back For Murder – limited availability – book early!

MON 8 – SAT 13 APRIL Now in its eighth thrilling year, the Agatha Christie Theatre Company presents a brand-new production of the queen of crime’s classic time piece Go Back For Murder. Carla Le Marchant has learnt a disturbing family secret: her mother, Caroline Crale, died in prison after being convicted for killing her father. Leaving an intriguing legacy in the form of a letter, Caroline professes her innocence and, believing this to be true; Carla becomes determined to clear her mother’s name. Enlisting the help of Justin Fogg; the son of her mother’s defence lawyer, Carla searches out all the players from her tragic history and brings them back to the scene of the crime to uncover the truth. Suspects, secrets, and suspense abounds in this new production of Go Back for Murder starring Liza Goddard, star of such TV hits as Bergerac and the long-running quiz show Give Us A Clue; Sophie Ward whose extensive TV and film career most recently includes the award-winning BBC period drama series Land Girls, ITV’s Heartbeat, BBC’s Holby City and the 2011 film Jane Eyre; Robert Duncan who played Gus Hedges in the multi award-winning comedy Drop the Dead Donkey; Gary Mavers who is best known for playing the heart-throb doctor Andrew Attwood in Peak Practice; Lysette Anthony, known to television audiences as starring in the BBC sitcom Three Up, Two Down, ITV’s soap opera Night and Day and in Woody Allen’s award-winning film Husbands and Wives; and Ben Nealon, perhaps best loved for his role as Capt Jeremy Forsythe from the long running ITV drama Soldier Soldier. MON – SAT 7.30PM, THU & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Mon £17.50, £21.50; Tue, Wed, Thu 2.30pm £19.50, £26.00; Thu 7.30pm, Fri & Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm £25.50, £28.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Mon 8 April

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The West End’s original and favourite 70s musical is coming to Swindon with a remixed concert version! MON 15 – SAT 20 APRIL Boogie Nights the Musical in Concert is a jam-packed hit-fest which promises 70 songs from the 70s and an all-star cast. Gareth Gates (Pop Idol) will by joined by Louisa Lytton (EastEnders, The Bill, Strictly Come Dancing), Andy Abraham (X Factor), Chico (Dancing On Ice) and Shane Richie Jnr. Boogie Nights the Musical in Concert will feature hit songs such as Celebration, Blame It On The Boogie, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart, Happy Days, Shaft, Y.M.C.A., Yesterday Once More, Disco Inferno, Play That Funky Music, Boogie Wonderland and We Are Family. With a cast of 15 musicians, singers and dancers, this show promises to be the best 70s party you’ll get an invite to in 2013! MON – THU 7.30PM, FRI 5PM & 8PM, SAT 4PM & 8PM TICKETS Mon – Thu 7.30pm, Fri 5pm, Sat 4pm £23.50, £28.50, £30.50, Fri & Sat 8pm £25.50, £30.50, £32.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off (excluding Fri & Sat 8pm) FRIENDS £2.50 off

including hit songs such as Celebration, Blame It On The Boogie, Y.M.C.A, Disco Inferno and We Are Family

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SUN 14 APRIL 7.30PM

Mon 22 April 7.30PM

WED 24 APRIL 8PM

THE RUSSIAN COSSACKS

An Evening with Bob Nudd

ANDY PARSONS

Wyvern Theatre Foundation present

O’KAY REUNITED In the Wyvern Restaurant

FRIDAY 19 APRIL Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm £12.00 A band of five men, who all performed in various rock ‘n’ roll groups, have joined forces to perform a sensational evening of music to raise money for Alzheimer’s, the Air Ambulance and the Wyvern Theatre Foundation.

Bob along with special guest angler Des Taylor, who specialises in Carp fishing, and comedy host and fishing enthusiast Steve Shanyaski, will share with the audience an in depth in-sight into the wonderful world of fishing – there will also be an opportunity for the audience to cast their questions and catch the answers in person.

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I’ve Got A Shed

Andy started in TV on Spitting Image before embarking on a stand-up career which has led to such shows as Mock The Week and Live at the Apollo. Come and get your dopamine fix. Here’s Andy Parsons – arriving somewhere near you – and then throwing his satnav out the window and phoning for directions. TICKETS £16.00

EASTER FUN! The Gruffalo

TICKETS £13.50 UNDER 16s £1.50 off

TICKETS £19.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off

Bob Nudd, the first English angler to win four individual World Angling Championships, heads to the Wyvern to share his memories of representing England on an international level for 24 years.

300 costumes, 40 world-class performers and 1,000 litres of Vodka can only mean one thing – Russian State Dance Ensemble has arrived! The highlight of this spectacular show is the Great Cossack Dance for which special sabres have been made of titanium, ensuring sparks really do fly.

will be hosting Tea Parties at Swindon Libraries and Lydiard Park during the Easter holidays. For details visit wyverntheatre.org.uk

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‘Fun daft and a little scary’

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WITH JULIE COOMBE

TUE 30 APRIL 7.30PM The Hormonal Housewives are back, and this time they mean business! Following on from their hugely-successful 2012 tour, the girls return to Swindon with hilarious allnew sketches, as well as all the very best bits from last time round. Looking at everything that makes today’s woman tick (or ticked off) from the joys of teenagers, to the hell of IKEA, the madness of holiday reps and the insanity of DIY.

THU 25 – SUN 28 APRIL THU 1.30PM, FRI 11AM & 2PM, SAT 10.30AM & 1.30PM, SUN 11AM & 2PM Following hot on the heels of The Gruffalo’s sell-out tour and his monstrous West End success comes The Gruffalo’s Child – with attitude! The Gruffalo said that no Gruffalo should ever set foot in the deep dark wood...

Is your man more James May than Christian Grey? Then grab your girlfriends, and head down to the Wyvern for an hilariously funny evening with the Hormonal Housewives – what they can’t teach you about modern womanhood isn’t worth knowing! TICKETS £21.00 Visit wyverntheatre.org.uk to see pictures from Toyah Willcox’s Hormonal Housewives photo shoot

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist…does he? Tall Stories Theatre Company returns, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation. Age: 3+

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TICKETS £11.00 SCHOOLS £1.50 off plus every 11th ticket free

GIRL NIGHST’ OUT!

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BOOK ONLINE wyverntheatre.org.uk WED 1 MAY 7.30PM

PUPPETRY OF THE PENIS

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For over a ‘dickade’ the boys have stretched themselves to the limit performing the hilarious Ancient Art of Genital Origami! Watch two strapping Australians manipulate their genitals into various shapes, objects and landmarks live on stage - a video camera projects intimate details of these incredible phenomena onto a large screen ensuring that little can be missed! TICKETS £19.50

THU 2 MAY 7.30PM

THE ZOMBIES The Zombies, one of the most iconic rock bands of the 1960s, are back – led by original members Rod Argent (keyboards and vocals) and Colin Blunstone (vocals). Hear the band perform songs from their new album, Breathe Out, Breathe In, as well as their smash UK and US hits which include She’s Not There, Tell Her No and Time of the Season.

TICKETS £22.50

FRI 3 MAY 7.30PM Stewart Francis, Craig Campbell and Glenn Wool are

THE LUMBERJACKS

Canadian stand-up comedians Stewart Francis, Craig Campbell and Glenn Wool bring to the Wyvern Theatre their hilarious Edinburgh Festival 2012 show. Between them, they have appeared on Mock The Week, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Live At The Apollo, Russell Howard’s Good News and Dave’s One Night Stand. All three will perform new material as well as classic routines. TICKETS £17.00

TUE 7 MAY 7.30PM

CHAS & DAVE

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Due to public demand, Dave has come out of retirement and, for one-night only, will join Chas to guide audiences through the whole history of Chas & Dave. The first half, of 30 minutes’ duration, will consist of Chas & Dave’s pub-set ending with Gertcha - the start of their success. The second half will feature all their hits since then including Rabbit and Ain’t No Pleasing You.

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Starring Pasha Kovalev and Katya Virshilas After Pasha and Katya’s sell-out visit to the Wyvern Theatre in April 2012, the stars of Strictly Come Dancing return with another sensational show! Pasha Kovalev has danced his way into the past two finals of Strictly Come Dancing partnering Girls Aloud’s Kimberley Walsh and actress Chelsee Healey. Katya Virshilas partnered Daybreak host Dan Lobb, rugby player Gavin Henson and former cricketer Phil Tufnell during her time on Strictly Come Dancing. In this brand-new show you will get the chance to watch exhibition dance routines, featuring the Rumba, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Jive and many more performed by Katya & Pasha. TICKETS £23.00 FRIENDS £2.00 off

SUN 12 MAY 7.30PM

THE REDUCED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY

The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) (revised) The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) (revised) is an irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard’s plays. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) was London’s longest running comedy – ten years in the West End – and now they’re back with the same recycled jokes, just put in a different order. Join these madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories and tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter.

STRICTLY LIMITED AVAILABILITY

You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll kiss your sanity goodbye. TICKETS £20.50, £21.50

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MON 13 – SAT 18 MAY The Olivier award-winning comedy, The Rise and Fall of Little Voice is coming to the Wyvern Theatre in May as part of a national tour. Written and directed by Jim Cartwright, this sparkling new production is a story of music, divas and romance featuring songs by some of the world’s greatest female stars, including Shirley Bassey, Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand. Starring Beverley Callard (Coronation Street), Ray Quinn (Dirty Dancing, Grease, Legally Blonde), Duggie Brown (The Comedians) and introducing the sensational Jess Robinson as Little Voice. Shy Little Voice spends most of her time hidden away with her late father’s record collection, perfecting her astonishing impersonations. Her extraordinary talent remains a secret until she is overheard by local talent scout Ray Say. Determined to hit the big time, Ray sets about creating the show of the century with Little Voice as his star. When the big night arrives, Ray is convinced that this is his last chance for fame and fortune. But has anyone asked Little Voice what she wants? 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Mon & Wed Mat £18.50, £19.50, Tue, Wed & Sat Mat £19.50, £26.50, Thu, Fri & Sat £26.00, £29.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Mon 13 May Visit wyverntheatre.org.uk to watch a trailer of this award-winning comedy

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with RAY QUINN WED 15 MAY 12.30PM Join us in the Wyvern Theatre Restaurant for a question and answer session with Ray Quinn. Following the session, our Diner menu will be available for all patrons to enjoy before the matinée performance. This event is free when purchasing tickets for The Rise and Fall of Little Voice – limited availability – book early!

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BOOK ONLINE wyverntheatre.org.uk BRAND-NEW SHOW

SUN 19 MAY 8PM

MON 20 MAY 7.30PM

WED 22 MAY 7.30PM

RICHARD HERRING

LEE NELSON

BEING TOMMY COOPER

How can one tiny flap of sponge and sinew be all these things? Richard Herring intends to find out in this tenth anniversary update of the criticallyacclaimed show that exposes the truth about men and their flutes of love.

TICKETS £23.50

TICKETS £16.00

JUST ANNOUNCED MON 6 MAY 7PM

IN CONVERSATION WITH

CLARE BALDING

TICKETS £17.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FRIENDS £2.50 off

Award-winning broadcaster, writer, face of television sports broadcasting and radio presenter, Clare Balding will talk about her work, her life and her autobiography. TICKETS £18.00 CONCESSIONS £16.00 includes a copy of Clare’s book

My Animals and other Family!

In a small Las Vegas hotel room, in 1954, the up-andcoming Tommy Cooper faces the prospect of his first big failure. With the show closing and a warring relationship with his manager, Tommy finds an offer on the table and a drink in his hand. Powerful, provocative, painfully funny and true, Tom Green’s astonishing play Being Tommy Cooper finds both the brilliance in Britain’s most famous comic and explores the pressures and loneliness of fame. The man who could make you laugh just by walking on to stage comes vividly alive in this confrontational new play.

TICKETS ON SALE THU 21 MARCH Photo © Bill Waters

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It’s an object of shame and pride; it inspires laughter and fear; it’s a symbol of power, yet it’s incredibly fragile...and it can do wees as well.

Talking Cock

I’ve hosted Live at the Apollo, sold out my three-times extended Lee Nelson Live Tour, had over two million people watching Lee Nelson’s Well Good Show and I’ve got a brandnew series, Lee Nelson’s Well Funny People, coming soon to BBC3. The time’s now right…for me to come back to Swindon! So get yourselves along to my brand-new show for a night of qwaliteeee jokes, games and banter. Everyone’s welcome. Plus I’ll be bringing Dr Bob, Jason Bent and a few others.

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‘A magical show …perfect’ Nottingham Post ‘Fresh, bright and funny… lovingly done’ The Stage

Grandpa in my Pocket comes to the stage for the first time with a whole new ‘Grandpa’ theatre experience for young fans of the hugely popular CBeebies television series. Sunnysands Pirate, Horatio Heave Ho takes Jason and Jemima on a pirate adventure in search of treasure. But when things go wrong, it’s time for Grandpa to put on his Shrinking Cap and save the day. It’s Teamwork! A brand-new story told by a young ensemble cast who bring all your favourite Sunnysands characters and places to life before your eyes. Imaginative and highly theatrical, children will fall in love with Grandpa in my Pocket all over again. THU 6.30PM, FRI 10.30AM & 6.30PM, SAT & SUN 10.30AM & 1.30PM TICKETS £15.00 CHILDREN £2.00 off SCHOOLS & NURSERIES £11.00 (available on Thu & Fri performances) Based upon the television series Grandpa in my Pocket produced by Adastra Creative Limited.

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Production Photographs © Robert Workman

THU 6 – SUN 9 JUNE

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‘LINDSAY POSNER’S TRIUMPHANT PRODUCTION. BRILLIANT, VINTAGE LEIGH’ Observer

HHHH ‘A pitch perfect production’ Sunday Express

HHHH ‘An excellent revival... as painfully as ever’ Times

HHHH ‘A cracking revival’ Financial Times

Q+A

with HANNAH WATERMAN THU 30 MAY 12.30PM

Join Hannah Waterman in the Wyvern Theatre Restaurant for a question and answer session. Following the session, our Diner menu will be available for all patrons to enjoy before the matinee performance. This event is free when purchasing tickets for Abigail’s Party – limited availability – book early!

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After a hugely-successful run at the Wyndham’s Theatre, in the West End, Abigail’s Party heads to Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre starring Hannah Waterman and Martin Marquez. Theatre Royal Bath Productions and Chocolate Factory Productions present

Directed by Lindsay Posner

TUE 28 MAY – SAT 1 JUNE Donna Summer is playing on the stereo. Dishes of cheese and pineapple are on the coffee table…the social get-together from hell is about to begin. Beverly, and estate agent husband Laurence, have invited round new neighbours, Tony and Ange and nervous divorcee Sue, twitchy about the party her fifteen year old daughter, Abigail, is throwing over the road. As Beverly plies the guests with alcohol, cigarettes, Demis Roussos and nibbles, this horribly compelling evening descends into drunkenness and debauchery. Comedy, drama and tragedy combine into an iconic piece of theatre. Mike Leigh’s comedy became an instant classic when it first appeared as a BBC Play For Today in 1977, the year of the Queen’s Silver Jubilee. It is a ruthlessly accurate observation of the pretensions

of suburbia, a world obsessed with class and taste and ruled over by the monstrous Beverly! Mike Leigh is one of Britain’s most influential theatre and film directors. His numerous awards have included Best Comedy award for the stage play Goose Pimples, a BAFTA for Outstanding Contribution to Cinema, National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Film for Life is Sweet, Best Director Award at Cannes Film Festival for Naked, the Palme d’Or at Cannes for Secrets and Lies and an Oscar for Topsy Turvy. Lindsay Posner recently directed the all-star revival of Noises Off at the Old Vic and Butley, A View from the Bridge and Fiddler on the Roof in the West End.

TUE – SAT 7.30PM, THU & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Tue, Wed 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm £19.50, £22.50, £26.50, Thu 2.30pm £19.50; Thu, Fri, Sat 7.30pm £26.00, £28.00, £30.50 OVER 60s Tue – Sat £2.00 off; Thu 2.30pm £3.00 off FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Tue 28 June

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Pre-order an interval platter of Cheese & Pineapple sticks for you and your friends for just £3 per person (minimum of 2 persons)

‘A FEEL-GOOD MUSICAL DELIVERED IN RIP-ROARING STYLE’ TELEGRAPH

BILL KENWRIGHT AND LAURIE MANSFIELD PRESENT

A BRAND NEW MUSICAL FULL OF ROCK ‘N’ ROLL CLASSICS!

BY LAURENCE MARKS & MAURICE GRAN FEATURING THE HITS OF DOC POMUS & MORT SHUMAN AND MANY MORE...

‘A SHOW THAT HITS ALL THE RIGHT NOTES’ TELEGRAPH AND ARGUS

NEW CD, JUST RELEASED! THE ORIGINAL HITS, THAT INSPIRED THE HIT MUSICAL ON SALE NOW!

FEATURING THE CLASSIC HITS OF POMUS & SHUMAN INCLUDING A TEENAGER IN LOVE * SWEETS FOR MY SWEET * TURN ME LOOSE * HERE I GO AGAIN VIVA LAS VEGAS * LITTLE SISTER * HIS LATEST FLAME * SUSPICION * CAN’T GET USED TO LOSING YOU SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME AND MANY MORE...

FROM THE TEAM THAT BROUGHT YOU DREAMBOATS & PETTICOATS

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Directed by BILL KENWRIGHT & KEITH STRACHAN • Designed by MARK BAILEY Choreographed by BILL DEAMER • Lighting designed by MARK HOWETT Sound designed by BEN HARRISON • Musical supervision by KEITH STRACHAN

‘FULL OF CHARM, NOSTALGIA AND PLENTY OF LAUGHS’ THE HERALD

DREAMBOATS & PETTICOATS MEETS DIRTY DANCING IN AN ALL NEW ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MUSICAL MON 10 – SAT 15 JUNE From the writers, producers, creators and director of the huge success that is Dreamboats and Petticoats, Save the Last Dance for Me will take you back through the ‘music and magic’ of the early 60s, a time when each passing week brought another Rock ‘n’ Roll classic. Written by Laurence Marks and Maurice Gran (Goodnight Sweetheart, Birds of a Feather, Shine on Harvey Moon), featuring the unmistakable music of Doc Pomus & Mort Shuman, and with authentic recreation of the sound of Rock ‘n’ Roll, this nostalgic, feel-good journey will transport

you back to music’s golden era as we follow two teenage sisters through the summer of ‘63. For the first time without their parents, the siblings embark on a holiday to the seaside. Full of freedom and high spirits they meet a handsome young American who invites them to a dance at the local U.S. Air force base...But young love and holiday romance is never as simple as it sounds, and the sisters soon realise that while the world around them is still watching itself in black and white, life and love can be much more colourful. Visit wyverntheatre.org.uk and watch a ‘rip-roaring’ trailer

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Mon £26.50, Tue-Thu 7.30pm, Wed 2.30pm £27.50, £29.00 Fri – Sat 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm £29.50, £31.00 CONCESSIONS Mon 7.30pm & Sat 2.30pm £2.00 off Wed 2.30pm £3.00 off FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Mon 10 June

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RICH HALL Rich Hall is the star of the critically acclaimed BBC 4 documentaries Rich Hall’s Continental Drifters, Rich Hall’s The Dirty South’, How The West Was Lost’ plus Channel 4’s topical late night show Stand Up For The Week. His renowned grouchy, deadpan style has established him as a master of absurdist irony and king of rapid-fire wit. Don’t miss the comic genius live on stage. TICKETS £16.00

SUN 2 JUNE 2.30PM & 7.30PM

THE MILITARY WIVES

By public demand, the Wyvern Theatre is thrilled to host the return of a choir of Military Wives and The Band of The Royal Anglian Regiment & Guests. Proceeds from this concert will go to The Military Wives Foundation, to continue and encourage the development of choirs across the UK, Help For Heroes and selected RAFA charities. TICKETS £20.00

THU 20 JUNE 7.30PM

THE UPBEAT BEATLES

The 50th Anniversary Tour In 1963 The Beatles had their first hit record and went on to shake the world with their brand of ‘Rock n Roll.’ Now, 50 years later, The Upbeat Beatles recreate the excitement, raw energy and authentic sound of the original Fab Four. Hear the songs that changed a generation, such as Let It Be, Help! and Hey Jude, performed live on stage.

TICKETS £18.50

FRI 21 JUNE 7.30PM

DANCING QUEEN Dancing Queen will have you singing and dancing in the aisles. This action-packed party show features your favourite ABBA hits, including Money Money Money, Fernando, Voulez Vous and Take a Chance. So dig out those flares, and put on your dancing shoes!

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ON TOUR WITH ELVIS Direct from London’s O2, the Las Vegas Elvis Icon award-winning On Tour With Elvis Show heads to the Wyvern Theatre.

TICKETS £18.50 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off

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Michael King’s ground-breaking show includes all your favourite Elvis rock ‘n’ roll hits, movie songs, million selling number ones and the very best performances from Elvis’s Las Vegas and touring years.

SUN 23 JUNE 7.30PM

JACKSON Live in Concert Jackson Live in Concert sees long-time fan and hugely-talented Ben recreate the Michael Jackson experience with his stunning rendition of all his favourite songs.

TICKETS £19.00 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off

Ben is joined on the stage by his Incredible Band and Dancers who work their way through all the hits including Thriller, Beat It and Billie Jean. He’s got the look, the moonwalk and the voice!

WED 26 JUNE 7.30PM

TJ HIGGS

Join celebrated Psychic medium, author and lecturer Tracy ‘TJ’ Higgs as she delivers messages of love and comfort in her brand-new solo show. Be stunned by the breath-taking accuracy as she conducts a compassionate evening of communication.

TICKETS £18.50, £16.50

TJ Higgs is investigational and the show is for the purpose of entertainment.

THU 27 JUNE 7.30PM

UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE

TICKETS £18.50

UK Pink Floyd Experience features first-class musicians performing the whole Pink Floyd back catalogue. Hear classic hits including The Dark Side Of The Moon, The Division Bell, Piper at the Gates of Dawn, Saucer Full Of Secrets, Atom Heart Mother, Meddle, Wish You Were Here, Animals and The Wall.

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WYVERN EVENTS IN THE RESTAURANT The Wyvern Restaurant offers a sensational evening’s entertainment, complemented by a delectable food and drink offering.

FAULTY TOWERS DINING EXPERIENC E SAT 13 APRIL | 7.30PM The Wyvern Restauran t is thrilled to host a production featuring Basil, Sybil and Manuel in a ‘two-hour eat, drink and laugh sensation’ (Daily Telegr aph). 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 wit h unscripted madcap mayhem guaran teed! TICKETS £40.00 INCLUDING THREE-CO URSE MEAL

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Sun 30 June 7.30PM

Thu 4 July 7.30PM

FRI 5 JULY 7.30pm

Bert Kaempfert Gala Concert

ROY ORBISON AND FRIENDS

AN EVENING OF DIRTY DANCING

Barry Steele presents his live spectacular multimedia tribute to The Big O featuring classic Orbison hits from the 60s right through to the late 80s.

After last year’s sell-out performance, the smash hit tribute to one of the greatest movie soundtracks of all time returns to the Wyvern Theatre for one night only!

Bert Kaempfert is the original music man. The composer, producer and artist is known as a ‘worldwide hit-maker’, writing well-known and much loved songs including Strangers In The Night, Love and A Singin’ Safari. Now the nationally known Greg Francis Orchestra and Singers will perform the Bert Kaempfert Gala Concert – watch them bring the legendary Bandleader back to life.

Independence Day Special

This Independence Day Special also features special star guests Peter Jackson as Johnny Cash, Boogie Williams as Jerry Lee Lewis and Paul Molloy as Elvis – this show is a spectacular fusion of good old Rock ‘n’ Roll and contemporary musical genius, all on one stage. TICKETS £19.50

Set to be this year’s sexiest song and dance sensation, An Evening of Dirty Dancing features an all-star cast of West End performers and includes the classic songs She’s Like the Wind, Hey Baby, Do You Love Me, Hungry Eyes and the Oscar-winning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.

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DIRECT FROM THE WEST END TUE 2 – WED 3 JULY TUE 4PM & WED 10AM, 1PM, 4PM Everyone’s favourite explorer is embarking on a LIVE musical adventure in Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer Live! Search for the City of Lost Toys. Dora the Explorer has lost her teddy bear Osito, and the search is on to retrieve him! With the help of the audience, Map, Backpack, Boots, Diego and their courageous friends, Dora uses her map-reading, counting, musical and language skills to pass successfully through the number pyramid and the mixed-up jungle to reach the City of Lost Toys. But watch out – you never know what that sneaky fox Swiper might be up to along the way! Dora the Explorer fans will delight in this two act, song and dance spectacular that invites them to think, sing and play along.

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TICKETS £19.00, £17.00 CHILDREN £2.00 off FAMILY TICKET £69.00, £59.00 (2 adults, 2 children) GROUPS £13.00 each, with every 10th seat free

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JOHNNY HERBERT

Sky TV’s Grand Prix presenter and former British Grand Prix Winner Johnny Herbert takes to the stage to discuss all things Motor Racing.

TICKETS £22.50 UNDER 16s £1.50 off

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The evening will give you, the audience, an opportunity to ask your burning questions and hear this motor racing star discuss the 2012 Grand Prix Final and this season’s highlights.

FRI 12 JULY 7.30PM

FLASH – LIVE IN CONCERT Flash have been paying homage to Queen for 18 years. Led by front man Scott Maley as Freddie Mercury, this band recreate the Queen ‘live experience’ using accurate costumes, the same instruments and by performing live concert versions of hit songs including We Will Rock You, We Are The Champions and Don’t Stop Me Now.

TICKETS £19.00 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off

FRI 19 JULY 7.30PM

80s MANIA

TICKETS £20.00 CONCESSIONS £1.00 off

80s Mania brings to the stage 25 chart-topping pop icons authentically recreated with live band and awesome dancers. Hear over 35 chart topping smash-hits from your favourite 80s bands including Duran Duran, The Human League, Culture Club, Madonna, Wham!, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Bananarama, Dead or Alive, Madness and many many more!

SAT 20 JULY 7.30PM

PURPLE ZEPPELIN Voted Best Tribute Act of 2012, Purple Zeppelin are proud to pay tribute to the two greatest Rock Bands of all time, Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin – together on the same bill for the very first time!

TICKETS £19.50

Purple Zeppelin, will take you back to the magic, the excitement and the sheer raw energy generated by those incredible bands.

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Milkshake! Live on Stage! Channel 5 and Premier Stage Productions are proud to present the brand-new Milkshake! Live on Stage!

FRI 26 July 2pm A high-energy, foot-stomping, totally interactive production featuring all the very best hits from High School Musical 1, 2, and 3, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock and Glee! Join the superb cast for a rollercoaster ride of fun, as they invite you to the ultimate party to celebrate all of these awesome teen sensations in one fantastic concert. Don’t forget your dancing shoes and be prepared to rock out!

The all-singing, all-dancing live stage show will star Milkshake! favourites: Little Princess and Scruff, Noddy and Tessie Bear, Roary and Big Chris, Fifi and Bumble and B1 & B2 – the Bananas in Pyjamas. This musical spectacular is sure to have you and your family tapping their toes, clapping their hands and singing at the top of their voices. The show features new songs, classic favourites and funky dance moves, plus plenty of laughter, bags of audience interaction and bucket loads of fun for all the family too! TICKETS £13.00 CHILDREN £11.00 FAMILY TICKET £44.00 (2 adults, 2 children)

CELEBRATE THE START OF THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS!

TICKETS £13.50 FAMILY TICKET £48.00 (2 adults, 2 children)

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Wyvern Theatre Summer Youth Project 2013 an amateur production presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED

OUR HOUSE by

Tim Firth

Music and lyrics by

Madness

THU 22 – SUN 25 AUGUST Following the success of last year’s Summer Youth Project, the Wyvern Theatre is thrilled to present the Madness Musical Our House. Our House is a fast moving romantic-comedy featuring all the hits of Madness. The show tells the tale of Joe Casey and the two courses his life may take after committing a petty crime to impress his girlfriend. What would have happened if he stayed to meet the police when they appear on the scene of the crime? What would have happened if he had made a run for it? The show features Madness favourites such as Our House, Baggy Trousers, My Girl, Driving in My Car, The Wings of a Dove and the all-time classic It Must Be Love. Last year’s Summer Youth Project production of West Side Story sold out before opening night. Book early to avoid missing out on this year’s Madness! Thu – Sat 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm, Sun 1pm Tickets Thu Eve & Mats £12.00, Fri Eve £14.00 (with £1.00 donation to the Wyvern Theatre Foundation) Sat Eve £13.00 Friends £1.00 off

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FRI 6 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

THE DREAMBOYS

French Can Can is a criticallyacclaimed stage spectacular that celebrates the highkicking glamour of one of the world’s most famous dances ever performed. This lavish musical adventure recreates the bohemian world of Toulouse-Lautrec, with an international cast of beautiful and talented dancers, glittering stage sets and costumes, so chic they are worthy of any Parisian fashion house. TICKETS £16.00, £18.00

Fit and Famous Tour

The Dreamboys return to Swindon, by public demand, with their brand-new Fit and Famous show! The Dreamboys are the UK’s top male glamour show, perfect for a girls’ night out with your friends. They have appeared on TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother, Pineapple Dance Studios, Loose Women, This Morning and The Only Way Is Essex. Now you can see these incredible stripping hunks live on stage in a show that will literally have you begging for more!

THE MANFREDS Five Faces Tour

The Manfreds, with original ‘front man’ Paul Jones, will be performing many of the tracks from the highly-acclaimed album The Five Faces Of Manfred Mann, which is to be re-released as part of their 50th anniversary celebrations. This concert will also include a mix of The Manfreds’ biggest hits and the jazz and blues songs for which they are famous. TICKETS £18.50, £20.50

FRENCH CAN CAN

THU 12 SEPT 7.30PM

THU 5 SEP 7.30PM

TICKETS £22.50

DREAMBOYS HOST… For an additional £10, enjoy a cheeky cocktail, nibbles and canapés with THE DREAMBOYS in the Wyvern Restaurant before the show

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THE UNMISSABLE SHERLOCK HOLMES SPOOF! STARRING

JOE PASQUALE

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HA HA HOLMES! and the Hound of the Baskervilles WRITTEN BY BEN

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Holmes Watson embark on their most TICKETS and ‘THE£21.00 FUNNIEST THING ON SIX LEGS dangerous adventure yet…hunting downSO MUCH’ www.hahaholmes.com I CANNOT REMEMBER WHEN I LAUGHED The Hound of the Baskervilles! CROYDON ADVERTISER · 2012

THU 29 – SAT 31 AUGUST 7.30PM, SAT MAT 2.30PM Bugle Boy returns to the Wyvern with the heart-warming tale of the life and loves of legendary music icon Glenn Miller. Featuring all of Glenn Miller’s famous and instantly recognisable tunes from Little Brown Jug to String Of Pearls, Moonlight Serenade to Pennsylvania 6-5000 and Chattanooga Choo Choo to Kalamazoo; this fantastic musical will once again put you…In The Mood.

TICKETS £21.00

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

TICKETS £17.50 – £21.50 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FRIENDS £2.50 off on Thu 29 August

It’s elementary! It’s also downright hilarious as comedy national treasure Joe Pasquale takes on the role of Sherlock Holmes. As one of the UK’s top stand-ups Joe brings mirthful merriness to proceedings, but will he be skating on thin ice?! With Ben Langley as Doctor Watson and Andrew Fettes as everyone else, this sure-fire wonderfully ridiculous show is well worth an investigation. Has the Baskerville beast bitten off more than it can chew when confronted by our crime stopping team? Will Holmes find his Deerstalker and will the Deer be happy when he does? Stick some shag in your pipe and visit 221b Baker Street for the most gripping comedic thriller of the age!

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SUN 27 OCTOBER 8PM

TUE 29 OCTOBER 8PM

SUN 3 NOVEMBER 8PM

REGINALD D HUNTER

JIMMY CARR

MILTON JONES

Gagging Order

In The Midst of Crackers Following two previous sellout tours of the UK and the release of his debut stand-up DVD, Reginald D Hunter Live, Reginald – who is a popular guest on many of the UK’s best-loved TV shows including Live At The Apollo and Have I Got News For You – will be returning to Swindon again with his own unique blend of humour in a brand-new show, Reginald D Hunter – In The Midst Of Crackers.

TICKETS £23.00 CONCESSIONS £2.00 off

Brand-new show, brand-new jokes, same old Jimmy. Gagging Order promises to be an hilarious night out... let’s see shall we? The show will be packed with one-liners, stories and jokes. Some clever, some rude and a few totally unacceptable. Everybody’s welcome. Just leave your conscience, sense of common decency and moral compass at home and come on out for a laugh.

On the Road

Milton Jones is back on the road – this time in a show imaginatively entitled On The Road. If you like the stuff he’s done on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo or in any of the nine radio series he’s done for Radio 4 then this is the show for you. Clever, surreal but mainly just stupid, stupid, stupid. He’s won awards you know! TICKETS £21.00

TICKETS £26.00 (Plus £2.00 booking fee) THIS EVENT TAKES PLACE AT OASIS LEISURE CENTRE

THANK YOU FOR HELPING GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL

Since October 2010 HQ Theatres, 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 £300,000 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 the Wyvern Theatre 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.

A FLAMIN’ HOT

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WED 13 & THU 14 NOVEMBER 7.30PM TUE 12 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

PSYCHIC SALLY: ON THE ROAD Star of Sky LIVING’s Psychic Sally On The Road, Britain’s favourite TV psychic, Sally Morgan returns to the Wyvern for one night only.

READY STEADY COOK LIVE! Britain’s most successful TV cookery show, the legendary Ready Steady Cook is coming, live, to Swindon. Featuring Chef Lesley Waters, who appeared in over 500 editions of the programme, and top TV chefs – plus a Celebrity Host – Ready Steady Cook Live! will include all your favourite elements of the TV show, including the iconic ‘Quickie Bag’! Perfect for fans of the programme, foodies, or those in need of some culinary support, the show is ideal for anyone with an appetite for cooking – and likes a laugh along the way. TICKETS £26.00

Often referred to as ‘Psychic to the Stars’, Sally has built up an extensive client list having read for well-known faces like Katie Price, George Michael and the late Princess Diana. Each year Sally packs out theatres as people from all over the country come to witness her incredible gift and astounding accuracy. Sally Morgan is investigational and the show is for the purpose of entertainment.

TICKETS £25.00

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TUE 26 – SAT 30 NOVEMBER 2013

EXHIBITION BACKSTAGE PERFORMANCE LOCATION LOWER FOYER GALLERY DATES TUE 2 APRIL – SUN 14 APRIL Max Tonkin is currently studying a professional photography degree at the University of Gloucestershire. As part of his degree course, Max has been undertaking a project at the Wyvern Theatre photographing what goes on behind-the-scenes. An exhibition of Max’s behind-the-scenes work, for members of the public to catch a glimpse of backstage life, will be on display in April 2013.

For more information about Max Tonkin’s photography visit maxtonkin.wordpress.com

HANSEL AND GRETEL, 2012

SWINDON YOUTH THEATRE EXPLORE:

creative play storytelling voice movement improvisation character role play devising

WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS

We are committed to and passionate about developing young people’s appreciation of theatre through our youth theatre. We also offer a variety of performance opportunities each year. To arrange a FREE taster session, call 01793 614864 Come along, have fun and get creative! Swindon Youth Theatre is managed by Sixth Sense Theatre for Young People and takes place at The Wyvern Theatre. Sessions are led by experienced arts practitioners. www.sixthsensetyp.co.uk/youngpeople/SwindonYouthTheatre.asp

COMMUNITY EVENTS THU 7 – SAT 9 MARCH 7.30PM

JUDITH HOCKADAY SCHOOL OF DANCE

The pupils and students of the Judith Hockaday School of Dance and Drama college present Feet First. TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £10.00 (Thu only)

SAT 23 MARCH 6PM Rising Aspirations Academy of Performing Arts present

PETER PAN THE BRITISH MUSICAL

Fly away to Neverland and follow the tale of the boy who never wants to grow up. This delightful story takes you on a magical, musical adventure to a land far beyond your imagination. TICKETS £9.50 CHILDREN £7.50

SUN 5 MAY 2.30PM & 7.30PM This Is The Moment presented by

WOOTTON BASSETT SCHOOL OF DANCE

Here for the first time at the Wyvern, join Wootton Bassett School of Dance for a lavish performance of Song and Dance styles performed by pupils from age three upwards. TICKETS £10.00 CONCESSIONS £8.00 SAT 11 MAY 7.30PM

KENTWOOD SHOW CHOIR

The annual extravaganza of the Kentwood Show Choir, accompanied by the fantastic Paul Maguire and his superb musicians. They sing from the heart and communicate joy. TICKETS £12.50

TUE 4 JUNE 7PM Top Of The Pops presented by

LYDIARD PARK ACADEMY DANCE SHOW The pupils of Lydiard Park Academy will perform a variety of dances to number 1 hits old and new. TICKETS £7.00 CHILDREN £5.00 SAT 29 JUNE 7.30PM

ITALIA CONTI

Join Italia Conti Associates Newbury for an action-packed show full of variety from hip-hop and commercial to jazz, ballet and tap dance. Students range from four years to 18 years. TICKETS £15.00 SAT 13 JULY 2.30PM & 7.30PM

BOBBI’S SCHOOL OF DANCE Bobbi’s Academy of Dance showcase their talents in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Street, Hip Hop and Freestyle Disco. TICKETS £12.00 CONCESSIONS £10.00 (2.30pm performance only)

TUE 16 – WED 17 JULY 7.30PM Isambard Summer Show presented by

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

Isambard Community School is proud to present their latest School Production Little Shop of Horrors – the soulful and satirical musical based on the 1980s hit film. Performances are given by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED TICKETS £7.50 CONCESSIONS £5.00

BOOKING INFORMATION Online booking 24-hours a day wyverntheatre.org.uk Ticket Office 01793 524481 Book your own seats at a time that suits you using our 24-hour online booking service. It’s safe, secure, easy to use and you can even select your own seats using our interactive seating plan! All bookings are subject to a £1.50 ticket charge capped at £9.00 per transaction. Tickets can be posted to you for an additional £1.00. THE WYVERN THEATRE TICKET OFFICE is open Monday to

Saturday 10am–6pm or until the evening performances start. We are open from 90 minutes before the performance on Sundays and Bank Holidays. We accept most major credit and debit cards. ACCESSIBLE SEATING For adults who require assistance to attend the theatre, we offer one complimentary carer ticket with your booking when one of the following is presented to a member of the Ticket Office staff: a) proof of Disability Living Allowance b) proof of Attendance Allowance c) Certificate of Visual Impairment

may be subject to alterations. Discounts and concessions may be withdrawn at any time at the discretion of the management.

when approaching the Magic Roundabout you will pick up the signs to the Wyvern Theatre.

From time to time the Wyvern Theatre would like to let you know about future productions we think you might be interested in. If you would prefer not to receive information please inform a member of our Ticket Office staff

PARKING The multi-storey Wyvern Car Park (pay and display) is adjacent to the theatre. There is also a smaller open air car park next to the theatre.

GETTING HERE BY ROAD The Wyvern Theatre

is situated in the town centre 15 minutes from the M4 (Junctions 15 or 16) and the A419 and A420. Follow the signs to the town centre and

We ask patrons with wheelchairs to note the Wheelchair spaces are designed for standard size wheelchairs – if you have a larger size wheelchair please advise when booking.

Station is just a short 5-minute walk through the town centre to the theatre.

SEATING PLAN

BOX

BOX A

S 15 10 R 15 11 Q 16 12 P 16 13 O 17 4 1 N 17 15 16

SIDE CIRCLE

S R Q

Tickets purchased will be refunded if a performance has been postponed or cancelled. Exchanges are available to move onto another performance of the same show subject to availability, with an administration cost of £2.00 per booking.

J 8 8

H 7

SIDE STALLS

G F

7 7

HT RIG

REAR STALLS

25 B

FRONT STALLS

R P

30 30 30

SIDE STALLS

O N

G F

26 D

B 12

T S

29 29

27 F

E D

25 C

C 11

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SIDE CIRCLE

26 E

D 11

27 G

C 1

M 26

28 H

E 10

D B

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M 10

CIRCLE

36 32 S 35 31 R 3 31 Q 4 33 30 P 30 O 32 29 N 31 30

REFUNDS AND EXCHANGES

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All attempts are made to ensure that the show information and prices are correct at the time that this brochure is printed but

BY BUS/COACH Swindon Bus

Book yourself in one of the boxes or one of our premium seats, which are available at just £4.00 more per ticket than the top price seat.

Station is just a 10-minute stroll through the town centre to the Theatre which is situated at the top of town.

THE GIFT OF A GREAT NIGHT OUT

BY TRAIN Swindon Railway

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B A

18 BB 18 AA

STAGE

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