Winter 2014 - Spring 2015 at the Wyvern Theatre by Wyvern Theatre

SWINDON

THEATRE

WYVERN THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE WINTER 2014 / SPRING 20

JON LEE & JIMMY OSMOND in

COPACABANA NIGEL HAVERS in DICK WHITTINGTON DREAMBOATS AND MINISKIRTS

FAULTY TOWERS THE DINING EXPERIENCE PETER JAMES’ DEAD SIMPLE ALAN BENNETT’S THE HISTORY BOYS Plus much, much more…

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The best entertainment in Swindon Following the huge success of last year’s FREE Family Fun Day, the Wyvern Theatre is preparing to welcome many more families. With character appearances and free events taking place, there will be something for everyone to enjoy – plus Joseph’s Golden Coat, as worn by H from Steps in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, will be on display! This half-term treat for children and families will be a brilliant FREE day out!

SAT 1 NOVEMBER 10AM – 1PM

FAMILY FUN DAY MINI MOVERS 10AM & 10.45AM Come and enjoy fun movement sessions for developing babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Help your child gain co-ordination, rhythm, physical and social skills whilst enjoying being creative and making new friends. Limited availability – call the Ticket Office to book a space! DEAR SANTA STORYTIME Swindon Central Library 11AM The Dear Santa Elf, played by Garry Jerry, will read Rod Campbell’s Dear Santa at Swindon Library. After the story, there will be an opportunity to meet the Dear Santa Elf and have photographs taken.

PUNCH AND JUDY 11.30AM & 12.30PM Professor Peter Dann presents the traditional Punch and Judy show starring Mr Punch, Judy, the baby, the policeman, Joey the Clown, the crocodile and the devil. Limited availability – call the Ticket Office to book a space! HSBC The guys and girls from HSBC Swindon have taken the day off from their normal banking duties to have fun with you. Your friendly banker has a surprise gift for your little ones, so they can turn their pennies into pounds.

BASIL BRUSH 11AM Basil Brush will be meeting fans at the Wyvern Theatre, posing for photos and chatting about returning to Swindon in 2015 with his brand-new show. Boom Boom! SIXTH SENSE THEATRE COMPANY DRAMA WORKSHOPS Join in a fun, friendly and frantic session with drama games and activities used in our weekly workshops. Ages 5-8 (10-10.50am). Ages 9-12 (11-11.50am) MAKE A PLAY IN 3 HOURS! 10am-1pm (13+) Work with professional directors to create a mini-masterpiece. Find out how to be creative against the clock! Limited availability – call the Ticket Office to book a space!

Wyvern Theatre & Arts Centre is managed on behalf of Swindon Borough Council by HQ Theatres Ltd, a Qdos Entertainment Company

For venue enquiries contact Derek Aldridge, Theatre Director by email derek@wyverntheatre.org.uk or on Twitter: @DerekWyvern

WINTER 2014 / SPRING 2015 For all the family! Bring the kids for a theatre experience you will all remember! Cory The Cat’s special children’s menu is available at all children’s shows at the Wyvern Theatre!

GREAT

BRITISH CAFé MENU

AVAILABLE BEFORE EVERY SHOW

MEMORY CAFÉ

SECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH 10.30AM TO 12.30PM

The Wyvern Theatre and Swindon Arts Centre have been tantalising the taste buds of Swindon audiences with the tasty Great British Café menu! This delicious menu is ideal for a light bite or quick snack available from an hour and a half before any show. There is no need to book in advance to enjoy these delightful dishes – to see the menu visit

swindontheatres.co.uk

Alzheimer’s Society’s Memory Café at the Wyvern Theatre, provides an opportunity for people with dementia and their carers to socialise and get much needed face to face support. Memory Cafés offer people with dementia and carers a platform to talk openly about living with dementia within a relaxed and informal environment. Free.

GROUPS GROUPS 10 – 19 £2.00 off a ticket GROUPS 20 – 39 £2.50 off a ticket + group organiser goes free GROUPS 40+ £3.00 off a ticket + group organiser goes free

Each cursor highlights further information available on our website – from production shots to videos.

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HA HA HOOD! and the Prince of Leaves Starring Su Pollard and Cannon and Ball

The Ha Ha! team are back with a brand-new outrageous comic romp. Ten years after a messy divorce Robin and Marian are forced back together to fight the Sheriff once more. Little John and Friar Tuck, now considerably older and rougher around the edges, join the merry pair to try and save the citizens of Nottingham. TICKETS £21.00*

SUN 2 NOVEMBER 2PM

FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE Compered by Swindon 105.5’s Shirley Ludford

Swindon’s own Festival of Remembrance commemorates all those who served in the Great War and the brave men who landed on the Normandy beaches 70 years ago. Starring, among others, the Western Players, the Defence Academy Military Wives Choir, Wiltshire Police Band, Wessex Male Choir and the children’s choir of Goddard Park School. TICKETS £10.00u UNDER 16s £5.00

MON 3 NOVEMBER 7.30PM Scamp Theatre & Fiery Angel present

PRIVATE PEACEFUL

By Michael Morpurgo, Adapted & Directed by Simon Reade Private Peaceful relives the life of Private Tommo Peaceful, a young First World War soldier awaiting the firing squad at dawn. During the night he looks back at his short but joyful past growing up in rural Devon: his exciting first days at school; the accident in the forest that killed his father; his adventures with Molly, the love of his life; and the battles and injustices of war that brought him to the front line. TICKETS £18.00*, £16.50*, £13.00*

WED 5 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

MARTY WILDE’S ROCK ‘N’ ROLL PARTY Original ‘dreamboats’, Marty Wilde, Eden Kane and John Leyton join forces with The Wildcats and Nancy Ann Lee in Marty Wilde’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Party. Performing their own hits and collaborating live on stage, teen idols of their day, Marty, John and Eden show us how rock ‘n’ roll shaped the style of music that we listened to then and still do today. TICKETS £26.50*

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SWINDON RECITAL SERIES TICKETS £5.00

WED 5 NOVEMBER 1.05PM

WED 11 FEBRUARY 1.05PM

Hayley Lambert saxophone Paul Turner piano Hayley Lambert returns to the Wyvern Theatre with a vibrant and exotic blend of South American composers and rhythms.

James Cullen viola Paul Turner piano Swindon-born James Cullen presents a demanding programme including an unaccompanied Bach suite and Schumann’s romantic Märchenbilder (Fairytale Pictures).

LATIN SPIRIT

WED 14 JANUARY 1.05PM

MUSICAL STORIES

SUMMER NIGHTS

WED 15 APRIL 1.05PM

Polly Leech mezzo soprano Paul Turner piano Polly Leech played the leading role of Diana Dors in Swindon: The Opera. Her programme includes Berlioz’s dramatic Les nuits d’été and Mahler’s moving Rucket-Lieder.

Clare Toomer Paul Turner piano duet Clare Toomer and Paul Turner perform an elegant and melodic programme, with a distinct French flavour.

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SAT 8 NOVEMBER 7.30PM IN THE PLACE TICKETS £30.00 including three-course meal

THE ADDAMS FAMILY DINING INVITATION

They’re creepy and they’re kooky – Morticia, Gomez, Uncle Fester and Lurch, meet and eat the guests at their home, where nothing is as it seems. Be ready to start clicking your fingers at this interactive dining experience!

SUN 9 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

CHAMPIONS OF MAGIC Join five world-class, award-winning magicians for a spectacular night of trickery. Audiences will witness stage-filling illusions, death-defying stunts and mind-boggling sleight of hand from some of the foremost performers in magic. ‘World-class illusionists...you will have to go to see what happens’ Jersey Evening Post TICKETS £21.00* CONCESSIONS £5.00 off

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*A £1.50 (u50p) per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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The Multi-Award-Winning Comedy Following a sell-out run on Broadway, four and a half years in the West End and on tour, the worldwide sensation Stones In His Pockets returns with Ian McElhinney, the original director at the helm. Seen by over two-million people, don’t miss this hilarious and moving tale of a quiet Irish community turned upside down by the arrival of a Hollywood movie shoot. Stones In His Pockets is brought to life by two highly talented actors who play 15 characters between them – from the two cheeky lads intent on stardom to a Hollywood Goddess!

‘HILARIOUS & IRRESISTIBLE’ Sunday Times

‘A WONDERFUL PLAY’ HHHH

The Herald

Treat yourself to a great night out – you won’t want to miss it this time around! TICKETS £21.00*

FRI 14 NOVEMBER 8PM

TALON The Best of Eagles Talon’s latest production will feature all the classic Eagles hits from the timeless back catalogue including Hotel California, Lyin’ Eyes, Take It Easy, Desperado, Take It To The Limit, Life In The Fast Lane, The Last Resort and many more. ‘Totally awesome evening’ The Sun TICKETS £20.50*

SAT 15 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS Marvel at the talent of Swindon’s Young Musicians and the Waterloo Band of the Rifles and enjoy the patriotic flag waving finale with classics such as Jerusalem and Land of Hope and Glory. Organised by the Rotary Club of Swindon and Rotary Club of Swindon Old Town

TICKETS £16.00u

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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk TUE 18 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

JOAN ARMATRADING A Message from Joan Armatrading: ‘I will never retire but this will be the last major tour that I will undertake. For the first time these concerts will be me solo on stage playing the guitar, piano and singing. I have absolutely enjoyed the last 42 years of performances but now, with my final major tour, I want to capture a unique memory for both myself and the audience.’ TICKETS £30.50*

WED 19 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

The show tours for a strictly limited season following an acclaimed West End run, for which it received an Olivier Award nomination for Best Entertainment. This affectionate, moving and fantastically funny homage to the greatest comedy double act that Britain has ever seen vividly brings back warm memories of a bygone era. Recreating some of the finest moments of Eric and Ernie’s television and stage performances, cherished moments from the archives sit alongside new material created by the performers. Together they make a brilliant comedy that recreates the all-ages appeal of Morecambe and Wise in their heyday.

‘Genius…there’s so much to love’ Miranda Hart

‘Superb…it was just amazing’ Barry Cryer

‘Like Morecambe & Wise themselves, this is a wonderfully funny, genuine, and beautifully played two-hander.’ HHHHH The Herald

TICKETS £20.50*

FRI 21- SAT 22 NOVEMBER 7PM SAT MAT 2PM

TANWOOD SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS Greatest Hits Tanwood School of Performing Arts celebrates its 70th Birthday with Tanwood’s Greatest Hits. Enjoy all your favourite song and dance performances from as far back as 1944, with hundreds of old and new pupils plus a few celebrity guests. TICKETS £12.00u, £10.00u

*A £1.50 (u50p) booking will be *A £1.50 per ticket booking fee per will ticket be added to allfee transactions added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details. See Booking Information page for details.

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EVERYBODY IN THE THEATRE CAN HEAR YOU SCREAM! Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt From the novel by Susan Hill

‘Don’t go unless you like being scared out of your wits’ Sunday Mirror

‘If you haven’t seen this show yet you are missing a treat’ Daily Telegraph

MON 24 – SAT 29 NOVEMBER

MON – FRI 7.30PM, WED 2.30PM, SAT 4PM & 8PM

The Woman In Black is a gripping theatrical exploration of terror, ‘a masterpiece’ (The Guardian), thrilling audiences of all ages with its unique blend of suspense, drama and bold stagecraft.

TICKETS Mon, Tue, Wed 7.30pm, Wed 2.30pm, Sat 4pm £23.50*, £21.00*, £18.00* Thu, Fri 7.30pm, Sat 8pm £26.00*, £23.00*, £19.50* OVER 60s £2.00 off SCHOOLS £13.00 STUDENTS £13.00 FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Mon 24 November

Now celebrating 25 years in the West End, The Woman In Black is ‘a marvellous exercise in tension, spun from perfectly paced storytelling’ (The Independent) that has enthralled over seven-million people since its original debut. Feel the power of The Woman In Black for yourself and experience the ‘most brilliantly effective spine-chiller you will ever encounter’ (The Daily Telegraph).

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‘The audience were jumping out of their seats’ The Observer

Visit swindontheatres.co.uk to watch a haunting trailer for this chilling show

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

AT THE WYVERN THEATRE BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk WED 10 DECEMBER 7PM TICKETS £25.00

REAL ALE TASTING A local brewer from Arkell’s Brewery will whet your whistle and tantalise your taste-buds as you are introduced to the finest ales and their complementary foods. Food samples will be hand-selected to enhance the flavours of these local drinks. This evening is ideal for ale experts and novices alike. THU 11 – SAT 13 DECEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £40.00 INC THREE-COURSE MEAL

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER At this festive time of year the candy cane killer will strike at the very heart of our Christmas cheer: Santa’s shot! The man in red himself is slain and if you don’t find the murderer ‘Yule’ be next. Watch the scenes, interrogate the suspects and enjoy a sumptuous three-course meal. MON 15 DECEMBER 7PM TICKETS £25.00

WINE TASTING The Wyvern Restaurant invites you to a welcoming and friendly Wine Tasting evening. You will be introduced to Rongopai and Babich wines, and get a taste for the ideal food to accompany them. So if you like the taste of white or red then you’ll love the taste of this event.

TUE 16 – FRI 19 DECEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £45.00 INC THREE-COURSE MEAL

FAULTY TOWERS DINING EXPERIENCE Basil, Sybil and Manuel feature in a ‘two-hour eat, drink and laugh sensation’ (Daily Telegraph). The show starts as the audience wait to be seated for their three-course meal and then hurtles along into the world of the BBC comedy series Fawlty Towers with unscripted madcap mayhem guaranteed! SAT 20 & TUE 23 DECEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £30.00 INC THREE-COURSE MEAL

CLASSIC CHRISTMAS PARTY If you just want to dance the night away, with a festive sway, then step this way…celebrate in fashion at our Christmas Party Night with a three-course meal, DJ until late and plenty of drinks offers. SUN 21 DECEMBER 7PM TICKETS £40.00 INC THREE-COURSE MEAL

THE FRANK & DEAN SHOW The smoothest way to start the Christmas season is by enjoying some sensational food, whilst being serenaded by this swinging show. Meet Strangers in the Night and celebrate the festive season with Ol’ Blue Eyes. SAT 27 DECEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £35.00 INC THREE-COURSE MEAL FRIENDS £33.00 INC THREE-COURSE MEAL

CHRISTMAS CABARET The Flaming Feathers return to the Wyvern Theatre with the sultry sounds of the singing starlet Miss Alice Sparey. Watch them perform Swing and Charleston routines whilst you enjoy a sumptuous three-course meal. WED 31 DECEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £55.00 INC FOUR-COURSE MEAL & WELCOME COCKTAIL

A GATSBY NEW YEAR

Welcome to the lavish mansion of Jay Gatsby in the village of West Egg, it’s the summer of 1922 where we are ready to eat, drink and be merry! Welcome cocktail on arrival • Themed four-course feast • Live Jazz band Close-Up magician • Cocktail bar • Glass of fizz at midnight Prize for the best dressed • DJ until Late Visit swindontheatres.co.uk and see a selection of pictures from previous New Year’s Eve parties at the Wyvern Theatre

AT THE ARTS CENTRE

FRI 19 DECEMBER 8PM

TICKETS £26.50 INC CANAPÉS

THU 18 DECEMBER 8PM

LADIES’ NIGHT CABARET

TICKETS £26.50 INC CANAPÉS

A NIGHT OF BURLESQUE 18+

The Flaming Feathers take to the stage to perform a Burlesque show not to be missed. Enjoy a cocktail and canapés on arrival.

18+

Grab the girls and celebrate Christmas at the Swindon Arts Centre with some hunky male entertainers! Enjoy a cheeky cocktail and canapés on arrival. LADIES ONLY OVER 18s ONLY

The Wyvern Theatre is thrilled that Nigel Havers (Chariots of Fire, Coronation Street, Downton Abbey) will headline Swindon’s pantomime Dick Whittington playing the biggest rat of them all, King Rat! Join Dick Whittington, Alice Fitzwarren and Tommy the Cat on this enchanting pantomime adventure. Dick Whittington is spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, sensational song and dance numbers, fabulous costumes and stunning sets. Plus, as you have all come to expect from Swindon’s number one pantomime, plenty of audience participation.

TICKET PRICES

BLUE PERFORMANCES * • * •

£25.00

£21.00

£18.00* • £15.50*

SCHOOLS £11.00 per ticket (11th ticket free). groups 10+ £16.00. GROUPS 25+ £15.50 (16th ticket free). 2 FOR 1 on Sat 6 Dec 1pm & 7pm and Tue 9 Dec 7pm

CONCESSIONS £2.00 off. FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £17.00* each.

FRIENDS GREEN PERFORMANCES * • * •

£27.00

£23.00

CONCESSIONS £2.00 off. FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £18.00* each.

£21.00* • £17.50*

groups 10+ £18.00. GROUPS 25+ £17.50 (16th ticket free).

RED PERFORMANCES * • * •

£21.50* • £17.50*

GOLD PERFORMANCES * • * •

£22.00* • £18.00*

£27.50

£28.00

£24.50

£25.00

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

FROM DAVID TO DAME

SMILE WITH SIMPLE SIMON

TUE 30 DEC 11.45AM – 12.15PM Watch David Ashley transform into Sarah the Cook as he applies his make-up and answers your questions in The Place. This event is FREE when purchasing tickets for Dick Whittington on Tue 30 December at 1pm – limited availability – book early!

THE

PANTOMIME SUITE

After each Saturday matinee performance, Cassie Creations Photography will be in the theatre’s café offering you the opportunity to have a photo with Simple Simon (Lewis Barnshaw). A 9x6 photograph will be available to purchase immediately and will cost just £5, with 20% donated to Great Ormond Street Hospital.

SAT 6 DEC SUN 7 DEC

1pm 1pm

7pm 5pm

MON 8 DEC NO PERFORMANCES 7pm TUE 9 DEC 1pm WED 10 DEC 10.30am 2.30pm THU 11 DEC 10.30am 2.30pm 7pm FRI 12 DEC 1pm SAT 13 DEC 1pm 7pm 5pm SUN 14 DEC 1pm MON 15 DEC NO PERFORMANCES TUE 16 DEC 10.30am 2.30pm WED 17 DEC 10.30am 2.30pm THU 18 DEC 10.30am 2.30pm FRI 19 DEC 1pm 7pm SAT 20 DEC 1pm 7pm SUN 21 DEC 1pm 5pm MON 22 DEC TUE 23 DEC WED 24 DEC THU 25 DEC FRI 26 DEC SAT 27 DEC SUN 28 DEC

NO PERFORMANCES 1pm 5pm 1pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 1pm 5pm 1pm 7pm 1pm 5pm

MON 29 DEC TUE 30 DEC WED 31 DEC THU 1 JAN FRI 2 JAN SAT 3 JAN SUN 4 JAN

1pm 5pm 1pm 5pm 1pm 5pm NO PERFORMANCES 1pm 7pm 1pm 7pm 1pm 5pm

SIGN INTERPRETED PERFORMANCES

Fri 19 Dec 1pm & 7pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCES

Fri 2 Jan 1pm & 7pm

YUMMY BOX

Pre-order a YummyBox, containing a carton of apple juice, cheese or ham sandwich, piece of fruit and bag of sweets, for just £3.85

The Pantomime Suite is the ideal location for you and your party to retreat from the crowds and relax in the theatre’s private, pantomime-themed room - both before the show and during the interval. Suitable for up to 12 people, The Pantomime Suite is available to book alongside your visit to see this year’s production of Dick Whittington. For further details, call 01793 524 481.

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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk SAT 22 NOVEMBER 7.30PM IN THE PLACE

CHOCOLAT

FILM

CERT: 12

Indulge in an evening of rich chocolate whilst watching the film Chocolat, the story of a mother and daughter who arrive at a village in France and open a small chocolaterie. TICKETS £12.50 including chocolate nibbles

FRI 9 JANUARY 7.30pm

Aladdin Trouble – The Adult Panto Offering the older generation an alternative to the family pantomime, this small company will take a traditional story and distort it almost beyond recognition - packing it with corny jokes, raunchy plots and blatant sexual innuendo! Featuring Nick Hooton, Carrie Laurence and Pip Johnson - who, with the help of various traditional characters (and some not so traditional) will keep you entertained and prolong the all too short seasonal spirit! TICKETS £17.50*, £16.00*

Sun 18 – Tue 20 January Sun 7.30pm, Mon & Tue 5pm & 7.45pm Direct from four sold-out seasons in London’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and its sold-out 2014 theatre tour – don’t miss Britain’s favourite circus. Presenting the world’s most dangerous circus act, seen for the first time live on stage in the UK, the legendary Globe of Death, (three motorcyclists speeding around inside a steel cage at over 60mph), plus a troupe of over 30 jugglers, acrobats, aerialists, dancers, musicians and death-defying stunt men. They are joined by Guinness World Record holding strong man Hercules and award-winning clown Tweedy. TICKETS £23.00*, £21.00*, £17.50* FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £18.00* each FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Sun 18 January

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BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk FRI 16 JANUARY 7.30PM IN THE PLACE

THELMA & LOUISE

FILM

CERT: 12

Pick from an option of items from Louise’s Diner and sip on a freshly made milkshake, before watching this runaway American adventure film. TICKETS £12.50 including Diner meal and milkshake

THU 29 JANUARY 7.30PM

THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY Direct from London’s West End, award-winning actor Dean Elliott (Buddy Holly in Buddy -The Musical) and a full cast of performers tell The Simon and Garfunkel Story. With huge projected photos, original film footage and a live band, hear classic hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Homeward Bound and many more. TICKETS £19.00* CONCESSIONS £1.50 off TICKETS £17.50* SCHOOLS/STUDENTS £10.50 per person

TUE 3 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

Motionhouse’s brand-new production Broken erupts onto the stage examining our precarious relationship with the earth. This powerful company submerge highly athletic dance within intricate digital imagery and original music in an unashamedly visual and adrenaline fuelled spectacle. Hanging in suspense, diving for support and scrambling to safety, the dancers negotiate the cracks and craters of this world of illusions where nothing is quite as it seems. Ravishing, delicate and poignant, Broken will take audiences on a journey into the earth, as they have never seen it before…

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

wyverntheatre.org.uk BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk THU 5 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

ESSENTIAL HOLLIES

Essential Hollies is a celebration of The Hollies, the band who have had more hits than The Beatles. Hear The Hollywood Bees perform a warm and nostalgic two hour show, featuring timeless hits from the Allan Clarke and Graham Nash years. TICKETS £17.50* CONCESSIONS £1.00 off

SAT 7 FEBRUARY 7.30PM IN THE PLACE

‘ALLO ‘ALLO

Le Dinner Show ‘Allo ‘Allo – Le Dinner Show is a hilarious tribute to the very popular sitcom, performed in the Wyvern Theatre’s restaurant as you enjoy a delicious three-course meal. René, his wife Edith and the loving waitress Yvette perform this live comedy dinner theatre show, as if you were on set in the famous Café René. Guests of honour attending the dinner will be Head of Gestapo, Herr Flick and the very camp German officer Lieutenant Gruber. TICKETS £45.00 including three-course meal

MON 9 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC Rumours of Fleetwood Mac showcase and celebrate in meticulous note-for-note detail, all the classic hits from one of the most outstanding and enduring catalogues in the history of recorded music TICKETS £23.50*, £33.50*

THU 12 FEBRUARY 7.30PM

BEYOND THE BARRICADE Enjoy a spectacular night of West End favourites with Beyond the Barricade. This all-new show for 2015 features a cast of past principal performers from the West End production of Les Misérables, with songs from Miss Saigon, Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, Blood Brothers, Jersey Boys and the spectacular finale of Les Misérables. TICKETS £20.50* FRIENDS £2.50 off

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BARBARA DICKSON As a multi-million selling recording artist with an Olivier award-winning acting career, Barbara Dickson OBE has firmly established herself as one of the most enduring and popular entertainers in Britain today. Hear her perform her classic hits, as well as other material in her own inimitable style. TICKETS £30.00*

HALF TERM FUN! WED 18 FEBRUARY 11AM

FILM: DESPICABLE ME CERT: U Despicable adults can bring their minions along to this film and fun buffet – plus for parents and carers there will be free tea and coffee, for little ones there will be an interval ice cream.

IN THE PLACE

TICKETS £10.00 per person (including buffet & interval ice cream)

FRI 20 FEBRUARY 11AM

THE GREAT JAYDINI Enter the funny and magical world of The Great Jaydini, a talented and professional magician whose unique style puts together a blend of comedy and magic suitable for ages 4 and above. TICKETS £10.00 per person (including interval ice cream)

YUMMY BOX BASIL BRUSH SUN 15 FEBRUARY 11AM & 2.30PM

Pre-order a Yummy Box, containing a carton of apple juice, cheese or ham sandwich, piece of fruit and bag of sweets, for just £3.85

Britain’s most loveable fox is back on the road along with his TV chum Mr Stephen (aka Chris Pizzey). Together they will take you on a journey of laughs, storytelling and song in a brand-new specially written ‘live’ show packed with fun and excitement. Boom Boom! TICKETS £14.00* CHILDREN £2.00 off FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £11.50* each

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

BOOK ONLINE swindontheatres.co.uk SAT 28 FEBRUARY 7.30PM IN THE PLACE

JINSKI

Song-writer and lead vocalist Stephen Wegrzynski and musician Dave Kennedy are the duo who form Jinski. Their music draws upon acoustic roots and country music whilst remaining resolutely modern. The duo play songs that tell stories of love, joy, loneliness and longing; intricate, soulful, beautiful songs, foot-stomping, sing-a-long, raucous songs; music for the head and the heart, full of passion and originality. TICKETS £10.00

TUE 3 MARCH 7.30PM

(sung in Italian with English surtitles) Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a large live Orchestra with over 30 musicians. After last year’s season of successful performances of Carmen and La Traviata, The Russian State Ballet and Opera House return to Swindon with another world-class Opera, Rigoletto – a tragic tale of misunderstanding, revenge and sacrifice. Rigoletto is an opera in three acts by Giuseppe Verdi, set to an Italian libretto by Francesco Maria Piave, and based on the play Le Roi s’amuse by Victor Hugo. Its tragic story revolves around the hunchbacked court jester, Rigoletto, his beautiful daughter Gilda, who he loves (but had kept secret from the Court) and the Duke of Mantua he serves. TICKETS £30.00*, £33.00*, £36.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off FRIENDS £2.50 off

THU 5 MARCH 7.30PM

ELKIE BROOKS Join Elkie Brooks as she celebrates her 70th birthday at the Wyvern Theatre, as part of a UK tour. Now in the fifth decade of her career, she is still proving to be one of the most powerful and versatile vocal talents of our generation. With numerous hit singles, million-selling albums and awards, her annual tours are a treat for fans old and new. TICKETS £24.00*, £23.00*

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FAULTY TOWERS The Dining Experience Basil, Sybil and Manuel feature in a ‘two-hour eat, drink and laugh sensation’ (Daily Telegraph). The show starts as the audience wait to be seated for their three-course meal and then hurtles along into the world of the BBC comedy series Fawlty Towers with unscripted madcap mayhem guaranteed! TICKETS £45.00 including three-course meal

FRI 6 MARCH 7.30PM

THAT’LL BE THE DAY Back by huge demand, prepare for a party as the nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety show returns with another opportunity to catch its latest show. Featuring a fantastic line-up of classic gold hits from the 1950s, 60s and 70s, plus more hilarious comedy. Prepare for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and rock ‘n’ roll! TICKETS £24.50*

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SUN 8 MARCH 3PM

SWINGING TO VICTORY Astor Big Band A celebration of the morale-boosting hits performed by the star singers and big bands from the early 1940s. Performed by a full 17-piece big band and four singers, the performance features over 30 memorable songs including We’ll Meet Again, I’ll Be Seeing You, Moonlight Serenade and What a Swell Party. 50% of the Astor Big Bands profits, and proceeds of a collection at the performance, will go to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

TICKETS £21.50*, £17.50*, £15.50*

TUE 10 MARCH 7.30PM

STEELEYE SPAN Folk rock pioneers Steeleye Span are celebrating 45 years with a new live show. Maddy Prior, the voice of Steeleye, leads a line-up featuring faces old and new; the evening will see a mix of the new album along with familiar classics. ‘Don’t miss them…’ The Independent TICKETS £19.00*, £22.50*

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Including th e smash-hits ... A PICTURE OF YOU TWIST AN D SH DO YOU LO OUT VE ME HANDY M AN IT’S IN HIS K ISS V BE MY BABY WHEN WIL L I BE LOV ED HIPPY HIP PY SHAKE and many more...

MON 23 – SAT 28 FEBRUARY

MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM

‘Their story continues…inspired by the seven smash-hit multi-million selling albums of Dreamboats and Petticoats.’

TICKETS Mon 7.30pm £18.00*, £23.00* Tue & Wed 7.30pm, Wed Mat 2.30pm £21.00*, £27.50* Thu & Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm £26.00*, £30.50* FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Mon 23 February GREAT

It’s 1963, and the world is changing. Bobby and Laura’s single Dreamboats and Petticoats has not taken off. Norman and Sue have settled down to non-marital bliss – and a baby! But Ray and Donna seem blissfully happy…

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The advent of The Beatles and the Merseyside sound is inspirational. But will it inspire Bobby and Laura to have one more shot at stardom – Norman to “get off the drains” and find that singing voice he has longed for, and Ray to realise his ambition and manage a really top pop act!? All will be revealed in a follow up with the same wit, charm, and great songs as Dreamboats and Petticoats. Many of the songs are from the next period in pop history…

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PAUL CARRACK

Singer, songwriter and former frontman of Ace, Squeeze and Mike & The Mechanics returns to Swindon following his widely acclaimed recent album release Rain or Shine, a mix of new original songs and classic tracks. With a back catalogue of hits to his name including How Long, Tempted and The Living Years, Paul’s marvellously soulful voice is known to millions around the world. And as his devoted fans know all too well, a Paul Carrack show is always something very special. TICKETS £39.50*, £29.50*

FRI 13 MARCH 7.30PM

SHOWADDYWADDY Showaddywaddy return to Swindon with their dynamic and uplifting live show. Hear them perform all of their biggest hits including Under The Moon Of Love, Three Steps to Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll, When, Blue Moon, Pretty Little Angel Eyes and many, many more. TICKETS £20.50*

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SAT 14 MARCH 7.30PM

ONE NIGHT OF TOM JONES Glen Leon, accompanied by the 13-piece Connection Orchestra direct from London’s West End, will perform classics from five decades including Delilah, With These Hands, It’s Not Unusual, What’s New Pussycat, A Boy From Nowhere, Till and many, many more. TICKETS £20.50*

SUN 22 MARCH 8PM

SING-A-LONG-A DIRTY DANCING Join Baby and Johnny in a fun-filled sing-a-long screening of the 1987 dance classic film where YOU are the stars of the show. The Sing-ALong-A host leads you in a vocal warm-up, shows you how to use your ‘magic moments fun pack’ and gets you ready to dance dirty…Fancy dress not obligatory but highly recommended!

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Strictly Come Dancing’s

PASHA KOVALEV

Life Through Dance

In this amazing new show starring Pasha Kovalev and his sensational dancers, the audience will be transported into the world of Ballroom and Latin Dance with all its glitter and sequence. Life Through Dance is a non-stop action and sparkle-packed journey through life and love, expressed by the language of dance. The production will feature breathtaking choreography, sensational music and amazing costumes. TICKETS £24.00*

Visit swindontheatres.co.uk to see pictures of Pasha relaxing in The Pantomime Suite last year. The Pantomime Suite is available to book alongside your tickets as a room to relax in before the show and during the interval. For further details about the room and accompanying food and drink packages, call 01793 524 481.

WED 25 MARCH 7.30PM

REDUCED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY They’ve skewered history, the Bible and the Bard, now the ‘other RSC’ tackle the subject they were born to reduce: The Complete History of Comedy. Far more affordable than tickets to an amusement park, but you’ll come away with the same feeling of nausea and motion sickness, as the ‘bad boys of abridgement’ deconstruct the entire history of comedy in 90 rollicking minutes. TICKETS £21.50*, £20.50* FRIENDS 2 for 1

SAT 28 MARCH 7.30PM IN THE PLACE

WYVERN PUB QUIZ NIGHT The Place at the Wyvern Theatre will be transformed into a traditional pub – for one night only – with a Pub Quiz and a few rounds of Rock ‘n’ Roll Bingo. There will also be a raffle, raising money for Great Ormond Street Hospital. TICKETS £15.00 including nibbles and welcome drink

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TUE 4 NOVEMBER TICKETS £24.50*, £21.00*

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BARRY MANILOW’S

Music by BARRY MANILOW Lyrics by BRUCE SUSSMAN & JACK FELDMAN Book by BARRY MANILOW, JACK FELDMAN & BRUCE SUSSMAN Starring

JON LEE

(S Club 7, Jersey Boys, Les Misérables) as Tony

MON 16 – SAT 21 MARCH 2015 ‘Her name was Lola, she was a showgirl’…So begins this tale of romance and stardom that has captivated audiences across the globe. With sensational original songs by Barry Manilow, dazzling costumes and fabulous choreography – Copacabana is a show that will leave you breathless. Featuring brand-new arrangements of hits such as Dancin Fool, Who Needs to Dream, Welcome to Havana and of course, the Grammy award-winning Copacabana, this show will have you dancing in the aisles.

MON 16 MARCH 6.45PM

Be transported to Rio De Janeiro, the home of Copacabana, by Swindon Samba. Before the opening performance of Barry Manilow’s Copacabana, hear some percussion based, Brazilian style music. Swindon Samba’s infectious rhythms will turn you into a ‘Dancin Fool’!

JIMMY OSMOND as Sam Silver

7.30PM, WED & SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS Mon 7.30pm £18.00*, £23.00* Tue – Wed 7.30pm, Wed 2.30pm £21.00*, £27.50* Thu – Sat 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm £26.00*, £30.50* FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Mon 16 March * A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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Award-nominated Immersion Theatre and the critically acclaimed Cambridge Touring Theatre join forces to present a spectacular musical adaptation of the classic, The Wind in the Willows. Join the boat-loving Ratty, the sensible yet curious Mole, wise old Badger and the fantastically irrepressible Toad as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime! TICKETS £15.00* CHILDREN £2.00 off FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £13.00* each

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SUN 29 MARCH 7.30PM

SECRET LOVE The Life and Music of Doris Day To celebrate the 90th birthday of Hollywood icon Doris Day, acclaimed jazz singer and West End actress Claudia Morris performs this critically acclaimed show dedicated to her idol. Accompanied by a live band and actors portraying key characters in Day’s story, Claudia Morris’s account of her idol’s journey is a unique and unmissable, heart-warming, toe-tapping show. TICKETS £19.50*, £17.50*

THU 2 APRIL 7.30PM

LET’S HANG ON

This award-winning production is a musical journey through the prolific career of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons; one of the most successful bands of all time. From the beginnings in the early 50s, the show takes you through hits such as Beggin’, Grease, Bye Bye Baby, Sherry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, December 1963 (Oh What A Night!), Working My Way Back To You, Walk Like A Man, Big Girls Don’t Cry and climaxes with a spectacular finale with, of course, Let’s Hang On! TICKETS £23.50*

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THE SNAIL & THE WHALE

A tiny snail longs to see the world, so she hitches a lift on the tail of a humpback whale. But when the whale gets beached, how will the tiny snail save him? Follow the tiny snail’s amazing journey, as seen through the eyes of a very adventurous young girl, who’d love to be going round the world with her seafaring father. Storytelling, live music and lots of laughs, in a show for everyone aged 4 and up.

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THU 9 APRIL 7.30PM

ESSENCE OF IRELAND Set against the backdrop of Ireland, England and America in the 19th century, Essence of Ireland tells the story of love, joy, happiness and heartache endured by Coro McGowen and Sean Dempsey as they are separated by emigration from each other and their beloved Ireland. Essence of Ireland also features Irish classics such as Galway Girl, Emigrant Eyes, Tell me Ma, Irish Rover along with original scores. TICKETS £22.50* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off

FRI 10 APRIL 7.30PM

iMAGICIAN

The Evolution of Magic Jamie Allan explores the work of history’s greatest illusionist then demonstrates how modern technology can make them even more mind blowing. His incredible illusions have recently appeared on ITV’s The Alan Titchmarsh Show, BBC’s The One Show, BBC Breakfast and CBBC’s The Slammer. ‘Fantastic, Brilliant’ Matt Baker, The One Show TICKETS £19.50* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off

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EASTER HOLIDAY FUN! IN THE PLACE

FRI 3 APRIL 11AM

WED 8 APRIL 11AM

FILM: UP CERT: U Bring your balloons along to this uplifting family film and fun buffet – for parents and carers there will be free tea and coffee, for little ones there will be an interval ice cream. TICKETS £10.00 per person (including buffet & interval ice cream)

YUMMY TREE FU TOM BOX The world of Treetopolis comes to your theatre as we invite you to do SUN 12 APRIL 1PM & 3.30PM

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Tree Fu and help Tom save the day! This brand-new show, packed with adventure, fun, music and participation, sees Tom take to the stage in his first nationwide tour – be part of the magic. TICKETS £13.50* CHILDREN £2.00 off FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £11.50* each TREE FU TOM © BBC and FremantleMedia MMX

THU 16 APRIL 7.30PM

THE ELO EXPERIENCE Between 1972 and 1986, Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra achieved more combined UK and US top 40 hits than any other band on the planet. Hear The ELO Experience perform classics such as 10538 Overture, Evil Woman, Living Thing, Diary of Horace Wimp, Don’t Bring Me Down and of course Mr Blue Sky. TICKETS £21.00*

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MON 13 – TUE 14 APRIL 7.30PM

Direct from rave reviews and sell-out performances at the Liverpool Royal Court, Claire Sweeney stars in and co-writes this brand-new comedy about dating, men and finding Mr Right. Penny Crowe is the host of a late-night radio phone-in and as Britain’s leading Agony Aunt, she takes calls about every date from hell and the occasional one from heaven. She is more than happy to dish out relationship advice, but is she as happy to take it…?

‘Hitting the comedy G-spot’ The Stage

Packed full of sensational songs including I’m Every Woman, I Want To Break Free and Somebody Else’s Guy, this show will make you laugh, cry and dance in the aisles. TICKETS £22.00* FRIENDS £2.00 off

SUN 26 APRIL 7.30PM

THE FUREYS Legends of Irish music and song The Fureys will return to Swindon’s Wyvern Theatre for the ninth time in April. Hear them perform their hit songs I Will Love You, When You Were Sweet 16, The Green Fields of France, The Old Man, Red Rose Café, From Clare to Here and Leaving Nancy. TICKETS £19.50*

THU 30 APRIL 7.30PM

BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR

Attracting sell-out audiences across the globe, the world’s most prestigious mountain film festival is visiting Swindon for the first time with a selection of extraordinary short films from the world’s leading adventure film makers. Exhilarating and thought-provoking, this is a must-see for anyone with a spirit of adventure! TICKETS £12.50* CONCESSIONS £1.50 off

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‘One of the most fiendishly clever crime fiction plotters’ Daily Mail ‘It’s a night out for everyone, with horror, intrigue and mystery included. It’s terrific!’ British Theatre Guide (on Peter James’ The Perfect Murder)

‘Murder most perfect... It’s a blooming good night out!’ Eastern Daily Press (on Peter James’ The Perfect Murder)

MON 20 – SAT 25 APRIL ADAPTED FROM THE BOOK THAT HAS SOLD OVER 2 MILLION COPIES THE WORLD STAGE PREMIERE FROM THE NO.1 BEST-SELLING AUTHOR Following the nationwide critically acclaimed hit premiere stage production of Peter James’ The Perfect Murder earlier this year, the best-selling work of the No.1 novelist returns to the stage in 2015 with the adaptation of his most famous and popular book to date and the first book that featured James’ now famous character of Detective Roy Grace – Dead Simple. Michael Harrison thinks he has it all; great career, good friends and a beautiful fiancée. But when his stag night prank goes horribly wrong, Michael finds himself alone, buried alive and staring death in the face. As time runs out and the terror grows, Detective Superintendent Roy Grace tries to solve his mysterious disappearance, but begins to fear that Michael will never be found in time. Olivier Award-winner Ian Talbot directs an all-star cast including award-winning TV heartthrob, Jamie Lomas who has starred for the last year in EastEnders as the murderous Jake Stone and before that played bad boy Warren Fox for five years in Channel 4’s Hollyoaks and Gray O’Brien, award-winning star of Coronation Street, TV series Titanic, Peak Practice and Casualty as well as Sleuth in the West End, who will play the famous Detective Roy Grace. With further star cast to be announced, this gripping, chilling, thriller has all the classic suspense, twists and turns of a best-selling Peter James novel. International bestselling crime thriller novelist Peter James has sold over 15 million books of his Roy Grace series, and is published in 36 languages.

MON – Sat 7.30pm, Thu & Sat Mat 2.30pm TICKETS Mon 7.30pm £24.00*, £19.00* Tue, Wed 7.30pm, Thu 2.30pm £22.00*, £27.50* Thu, Fri, Sat 7.30pm, Sat 2.30pm £26.00*, £30.50* FRIENDS £2.50 off on Mon 20 April

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BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

LYRICS BY

TIM RICE

MUSIC BY

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

‘A SUPERB PIECE OF ENTERTAINMENT’

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‘BRILLIANT! IT EXPLODES LIKE GLITTERING FIREWORKS’ JOHN PETER · SUNDAY TIMES

‘THE SHOW OF THE CENTURY!’ ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

TUE 7.30PM, WED & THU 2.30PM & 7.30PM, FRI 5PM & 8PM, SAT 2PM, 5PM & 8PM

Having enjoyed sensational reviews, Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ‘Superb’,’Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues to enjoy huge success across the country with standing ovations at every performance.

TICKETS Tue & Wed 7.30pm, Sat 2pm £21.00*, £27.50* Wed & Thu 2.30pm, Fri 5pm £18.00*, £23.00* Thu 7.30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 5pm, Sat 8pm £26.00*, £30.50* FRIENDS 2 for 1 on Tue 19 May

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Those Canaan Days, Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door To Me.

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TUE 19 – SAT 23 MAY

‘A TECHNICOLOR TRIUMPH’ PAUL TAYLOR, THE INDEPENDENT

‘A DREAM COME TRUE. IT IS UTTERLY IRRESISTIBLE, GO, GO, GO, JO’ GEORGINA BROWN, MAIL ON SUNDAY

Supported by

MEET JOSEPH’S AMAZING CAMELS WED 20 MAY 5PM – 7.30PM FREE

Joseph’s Amazing Camels is the only company in the UK specialising in camels and two of their finest will be in Theatre Square on Wed 20 May (after the matinee and before the evening show) for audiences and general public to pet and photograph.

BISHOP LEE THU 21 MAY 7PM

Hear the Bishop of Swindon Rt Revd Lee Rayfield read the original story of Joseph. Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s hit musical is based on the ‘coat of many colours’ story from the Bible’s Book of Genesis. This event is free to attend when purchasing tickets for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – limited availability – book your free place by calling the Ticket Office on 01793 524481! Production photographs from previous casts

AUDITIONS SUN 19 APRIL PROJECT DATES SUN 9 – SUN 23 AUGUST PERFORMANCES THU 20 – SUN 23 AUGUST

SUMMER YOUTH PROJECT 2015 The Wyvern Theatre is looking for enthusiastic, committed and talented young people, from age nine to 21, to take part in the Summer Youth Project production of Hairspray. To download an application pack to take part, whether centre-stage or behind-the-scenes, visit

swindontheatres.co.uk ‘When creating a new musical like Hairspray I can never help but daydream about the generations to come who will play the show in community theaters, schools, and summer stock or of the many lives those productions will touch. Knowing Hairspray is on the Summer Youth Project calendar fills me with pride. I can only hope they experience a tiny percentage of the joy I’ve had playing Edna more than 1,000 times. BREAK A LEG, KIDS!!!!’ Harvey Fierstein, Edna Turnblad in the Original Broadway Cast

COMMUNITY EVENTS FRI 7 – SAT 8 NOVEMBER FRI & SAT 7.30PM & SAT MAT 2.30PM KIRSTY FARROW DANCE ACADEMY presents Our Year In Dance. A wonderful journey through the year, from New Year’s Day to New Year’s Eve, capturing joyous moments and celebrations in a variety of vibrant dances of all genres, danced by children of all ages. TICKETS £12.00u CHILDREN £10.00u

SAT 15 NOVEMBER 7.30PM Wyvern Theatre Foundation present

RACE NIGHT IN THE PLACE

Join us for an evening at the races! Relax and enjoy a delicious meal and all the entertainment of Ascot or Aintree. Pick a horse from the runners in the programme and place a bet – not for cash, just for fun! TICKETS £12.00 (including basket meal)

SUN 23 NOVEMBER 4PM & 8PM

KENTWOOD CRACKER Plus special guests The Aldbourne Band

Get your Christmas off to a cracking start with Kentwood’s Christmas Cracker – a real Christmas feast of seasonal music, carols, fun and laughter! TICKETS £12.00u includes mince pie and a glass of punch

SAT 17 JANUARY 3PM & 7PM

WILKES ACADEMY

The Wilkes Academy was founded in Swindon and Stoke by Jonathan Wilkes in September 2009 as an opportunity for 3-18 year olds to develop their skills in performing arts. Over 200 students from the two academies will join together to showcase their talents. TICKETS £15.00u CONCESSIONS £10.00u

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FRI 23 & SAT 24 JANUARY 7.30PM Thames Water Amateur Theatrical Society present THE

EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES

Thames Water staff bare all in the name of charity with their own take on a well-known story. This family friendly show has laughter, singing and great entertainment. Returning for their 20th show, they are looking to uncover lots of money for some worthwhile causes. TICKETS £12.00u SAT 31 JANUARY 2.30PM & 7.30PM

BOBBI’S ACADEMY OF DANCE

Celebrating 20 years, over 250 dancers showcase their talents including ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, commercial street and freestyle. TICKETS £12.00u CONCESSIONS £10.00u

SAT 7 – SUN 8 FEBRUARY, SAT 2.30PM & 7.30PM, SUN 4PM

WOOTTON BASSETT SCHOOL OF DANCE

Wootton Bassett School of Dance present their second show at the Wyvern Theatre titled One Moment in Time. This show stars 230 pupils from the dance school in an extravaganza of song and dance. TICKETS £12.00u CONCESSIONS £10.00u

TUE 10 FEBRUARY 4PM & 6.30PM

SWINDON SCHOOLS DANCE FESTIVAL

Primary and secondary schools from throughout Swindon and beyond come together, to perform dances they have been preparing together having been inspired by the ‘Best of British’. TICKETS Adults £8.00u, Under 16s £4.00u

SAT 7 MARCH 2.30PM & 7.30PM

GEMMA SHORT SCHOOL OF DANCE All The World’s A Stage

A fantastic showcase of dance, drama and musical theatre by the talented students of the Gemma Short School of Dance and Theatre Arts in their first show at the Wyvern Theatre.TICKETS £12.00u CONCESSIONS £2.00 off TUE 24 MARCH

THE GREAT BIG DANCE OFF

The Great Big Dance Off is a national dance competition open to primary and secondary schools across England. This exciting competition brings together children of all ages and abilities encouraging them to have a good time. TICKETS £9.00u UNDER 16s £5.00u Photo: Swindon Advertiser

THU 26 MARCH 7PM

SWINDON ACADEMY

Swindon Academy’s primary and secondary students perform a unique mixture of dance, vaulting and gymnastic routines. This display is a showcase for the talent that exists at Swindon Academy. The show is not to be missed! TICKETS Adults £3.50u Children £2.50u

BECOME A Volunteer… The Wyvern Theatre needs enthusiastic and vibrant people to join the Front of House team. Volunteers can enjoy the chance to see a variety of shows and make new friends. If you would like to find out more e-mail usher@wyverntheatre.org.uk

THANK YOU FOR HELPING

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL Wyvern Theatre is raising money to help fund brand-new operating theatres at Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital. For the past three years HQ Theatres & Hospitality, alongside sister company Qdos Entertainment, has been supporting the Theatres for Theatres appeal, in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity. ©2007 Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (©2008 Theatres for Theatres) Registered charity no. 23582

So far the generosity of audiences and staff has raised over £570,000 for the charity, but we have more to raise to help build and equip a suite of new operating theatres at the Hospital which will open in 2017. You can donate using collection tins at the Wyvern Theatre or online at gosh.org/theatredonation Your support makes a huge difference. Thank you.

THAMES PATH CHALLENGE

In September, staff from the Wyvern Theatre raised over £2,000 for Great Ormond Street Hospital by taking part in the 25KM Thames Path Challenge. The team were waved off by pantomime star Lewis Barnshaw, who returns to Swindon this year to play Simple Simon in Dick Whittington.

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ARTS CENTRE

We are committed to making The Wyvern Theatre and Swindon Arts Centre accessible to everyone. If you have any access requirements please let us know when booking. • Access for wheelchair users • Induction loop and Sennheiser Infrared facilities • Selected accessible performances • Working dogs welcome • Accessible toilet

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