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| MARY POPPINS (Birmingham Hippodrome) | | | Thursday 10th July to Saturday 27th September 2008 | | TICKETS NOW ON SALE!!! On 12 January 2008, after three supercalifragilistic years, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's acclaimed musical, Mary Poppins, finishes its run at London's Prince Edward Theatre prior to an international tour. Adapted from the classic Walt Disney film and the original stories by P.L. Travers, this unforgettable production includes all of the best-loved songs from the film including Chim Chim Cher-ee, Jolly Holiday, Let's Go Fly a Kite and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious! There are matinee performances on Wednesdays at 2pm and Saturdays at 2.30pm, throughout the run. You can also see Mary Poppins in Manchester between December 10th 2008 to March 7th 2009 - click here for more information. (back to top) | | | book by phone, call | | birmingham hippodrome | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| CABARET (in the Main House at The Rep) | | | Saturday 29th July to Saturday 13th September 2008 - 7.30pm | | Welcome to the multi award-winning hit West End production of Cabaret! The "sensational" double Olivier Award Winner and Variety Club Awards Best Musical turns Weimar Berlin of 1931 into a divine haven of decadence, its extraordinary and morally ambiguous inhabitants determined to keep up appearances as the real world - outside the comfortable sanctuary of the cabaret - prepares for the nightmarish chaos of war. And at its heart is the legendary Sally Bowles who performs nightly at the infamous Kit Kat Klub in "A shimmering masterpiece of a show guaranteed night after night! It's divine decadence darling!" Since its Broadway premiere in 1966 and the famous movie version, with Liza Minnelli, Michael York and Joel Grey, Cabaret has won a staggering number of stage and screen awards including eight Oscars, seven BAFTAs and 13 Tonys. Matinee performances at 2.30pm on Thursdays and Saturdays performances at 3pm & 8pm. No performances on Sunday. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | the rep theatre | | we also recommend... | 0121 303 2323 | | | |
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THE
GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK |
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| Wednesday
26th to Saturday 30th August 2008 - 7.30pm |
At
the Alexandra Theatre. The Great
American Trailer Park Musical is written
by David Nehls and Betsy Kelso. It was performed
in the first annual New York Music Theater
Festival in 2004. Trailer Park opened off-Broadway
at Bows at Dodger Stages on September 27,
2005. The Great American Trailer Park Musical
made its UK premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe
Festival in 2008. It then made its English
premiere later that year in Birmingham,
England. Matinee performance on Wednesday
& Saturday at 2.30pm. Tickets on sale
from Wednesday 2nd July. (back
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OVER
THE RAINBOW - THE EVA CASIDY STORY |
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| Tuesday
7th October 2008 - 8pm |
| At
the Alexandra Theatre. Starring Faye Tozer
from Steps. Over the Rainbow is a
compelling Musical which tells the Life Story
of this legendary artist, following Eva’s
life through dramatic scenes and stunning
live renditions of her music including a haunting
interpretation of ‘Somewhere Over the
Rainbow’. This Show follows her life
from the age of 10 growing up in a musical
family, to her first professional gig aged
18 at the Wild West World theme park, her
first meeting with her boyfriend and mentor
Chris Biondo, a rabble-rousing rendition and
recording at Blues Alley with Chuck Brown
and culminating in her poignant and tragic
death. Before she died at the tender age of
33, she was unknown outside Washington, USA
but within 2 years, she was discovered by
Terry Wogan who promoted her music to the
top of the album charts in the UK and now
Europe, Australia and throughout the World.
A talented and world-class Cast of Actors
and Musicians recreate her original arrangements
and recordings which have received accolades
from Mick Fleetwood and Sting and tributes
from Nora Jones, Katie Melua and Chris De
Burgh. This Show pays a genuine and heartfelt
tribute to a true Artist who was not interested
in fame and fortune, but wanted nothing more
than to create beautiful music. From its’
first performance in 2004, Over the Rainbow,
has moved people immensely with sell-out performances
and standing ovations throughout the UK. This
is more than the Life Story of Eva Cassidy
which is an absolute must-see for all Eva
Cassidy Fans, its’ a Show for anyone
who’s lost someone they love. (back
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| ROLL OUT THE BARREL (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Tuesday 14th October 2008 - 2.30pm | | Roll back the years and bring back the memories with this gloriously happy show that has been lighting up theatres all over the country. Featuring a fest of non-stop golden oldies from music hall classics to show songs, minstrel melodies and vintage Flanagan & Allen. Songs to include White Cliffs of Dover, We'll Meet Again, Underneath the Arches, Bye Bye Blackbird and Pennies form Heaven... (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| BOOGIE NIGHTS | | | Wednesday 20th to Saturday 23rd October 2008 - 7.30pm | | More details to follow. Matinee performance on Saturday at 2.30pm. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| BLOOD BROTHERS (Birmingham Hippodrome) | | | Monday 20th October to Saturday 1st November 2008 | | The story of twin brothers who are seperated at birth because their mother cannot afford to keep them both. She gives one of them away to wealthy Mrs Lyons and they grow up as friends, in ignorance of their fraternity until the inevitable quarrel unleashes a blood-bath. This is a classic Willy Russell folk-opera musical play which has to be seen. Matinee performances on Saturdays and Wednesday at 2.30pm. Tickets on sale from Saturday 8th December. (back to top) | | | book by phone, call | | birmingham hippodrome | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| BEYOND THE BARRICADE | | | Tuesday 21st October 2008 - 7.30pm | | This cast of past principal performers from Les Miserables perform songs from Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Tell Me on a Sunday, Phantom Of the Opera, We Will Rock You, Chicago, Blood Brothers and many more, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| VAMPIRES ROCK (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Friday 24th October 2008 - 7.30pm | | Vampires Rock is a show like no other. The greatest rock anthems of all time, fantastic costumes and stage sets, comedy, magic and spectacular illusions. The spellbinding musicians blast their way through songs from Meat loaf, Rainbow, Queen, White Snake, Europe, Bonnie Tyler, Cher and many more. So come and lose your soul to Rock n Roll, and see the show that will live forever. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| VAMPIRES ROCK (Wulfrun Hall) | | | Thursday 13th November 2008 - 7pm | | Vampires Rock is a show like no other. The greatest rock anthems of all time, fantastic costumes and stage sets, comedy, magic and spectacular illusions. The spellbinding musicians blast their way through songs from Meat loaf, Rainbow, Queen, White Snake, Europe, Bonnie Tyler, Cher and many more. So come and lose your soul to Rock n Roll, and see the show that will live forever. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | wulfrun hall | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Tuesday 25th to Saturday 29th November 2008 - 7.30pm | | A gloriously romantic romp, with dazzling dance routines, fabulous sets, colourful costumes and sassy performances - this toe-tappingly terrific production is guaranteed to put a spring in your step and bring a tune to your lips. Set in Oregon in 1850, Seven Brides For Seven Brothers is the story of Adam, the eldest of seven brothers, who goes to town to get a wife. He convinces Milly to marry him that same day. They return to his backwoods home. Only then does she discover he has six brothers - all living in his cabin. Milly sets out to reform the uncouth siblings, who are anxious to get wives of their own. Then, after reading about the Roman capture of the Sabine women, Adam develops an inspired solution to his brothers' loneliness - kidnap the women they want! Starring Dave Willetts and Shona Lindsay. Matinee performances at Wednesday & Saturday at 2.30pm. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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| SING-A-LONG-A ABBA | | | Sunday 30th November 2008 - 7.30pm | | Sing-a-long-a Abba is The Ultimate Abba Party, a chance to sing your heart out all night long to some of the greatest pop songs of all time. Celebrate the music of the Swedish Supergroup in true sing-a-long-a style, with the help of our live singers and magic moments goody bag. A member of the audience (it could be you!) will be crowned Dancing Queen for the evening and then there’s the world famous Sing-a-long-a fancy dress competition. With so much nylon around the evening will be electric! Then, with the lyrics on-screen everyone can let their hair down, dance in the aisles and join in with “Waterloo”, “Fernando”, “SOS”, Mamma Mia”, “Money Money Money”, “The Dancing Queen” and many other of the band’s greatest hits. It’s not compulsory to dress up but many people do and it really adds to the fun. Dip into the wardrobe of your imagination and surprise us with your creation. Sing-a-long-a Abba is hosted by a live team of singers who will prepare you for special moments throughout the show, judge the fancy dress competition and crown the Dancing Queen (it could be you!). Everyone receives a free goody bag with special props for the “magic moments” that make the evening go with a bang. The show lasts about 2 hours 10 mins, with an interval. Most venues we play at have a bar, which is usually open throughout the evening. Both Abba and the Sing-a-long-a concept appeal to all ages and you can expect a wide range of ages attending – there are no restrictions. Sing-a-long-a Abba is a great big party where the first rule of the evening is there are no rules. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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80'S
MANIA |
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| Friday
5th December 2008 - 7.30pm |
| 80’s
Mania is a feel good, fantasy concert celebrating
smash hits from the heroes of the 1980’s
including Duran Duran,The Human League, Kim
Wilde, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Culture
Club, Wham, Nena, Toni Basil, Dead or Alive,
Madness, Madonna and many many more! Re- live
the decade that fashion forgot with New Romantic
guys and Cyndi Lauper-esque girls with leggings
n lace. The power dresser, the shoulder pads,
the stiletto’s and the big hair! Ghetto
Blasters, Roller boots and the Rubik’s
cube. Come back in time and join our multi
talented cast of highly acclaimed singers,
dancers and musicians for Europe’s only
authentic 80’s Experience! Prepare to
party! Outrageous 80’s fashions are
encouraged and ladies; dancing around you
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| DISNEY'S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL (Alexandra Theatre) | | | Monday 15th December 2008 to Saturday 3rd January 2009 - 7pm | | While on a New Year's Eve vacation, high school hoops star Troy and brainy Gabriella - two teens worlds apart - meet. During a karaoke contest they discover their love for singing and an interest in each other. After the vacation, Troy fins out that Gabriella is the new girl at his school. Troy and Gabriella decide to audition for the upcoming high school musical. Troy's best friend Chad and Gabriella's new friend Taylor discourage them from moving forward with their plans. Find out how Gabriella and Troy's decision to audition turns their world and their school upside down. Friday 19th December performances at 5pm & 8pm, Friday 26th and Wednesday 31st December performances at 2.30pm & 7.30pm and Saturday's and Friday 2nd January performances at 2.30pm & 7pm. No performances on Sundays. (back to top) | | | to book by phone, call | | alexandra theatre | | we also recommend... | 0844 847 2277 | | | |
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ALL
THE FUN OF THE FAIR |
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| Monday
9th to Saturday 14th March 2009 - 7.30pm |
Set
against the backdrop of a travelling funfair
and packed with dazzling stunt sequences,
hilarious crafty cons and plenty of rock
‘n’ roll, All the Fun of the
Fair is a brand new action-packed musical
from legendary singer and songwriter David
Essex and the creator of Boogie Nights,
Jon Conway. Widower and funfair owner Levi
Lee (David Essex) is struggling to fend
off the unwelcome attentions of an alluring
and attractive divorcee whilst trying to
keep up with the ins and outs of his son’s
tangled love life and lofty ambitions. And
what is he to make of the dangerous predictions
of the fair’s mysterious gypsy fortune
teller, warning him about what the future
has in store? Inspired by David’s
debut album, this roller-coaster ride is
underscored by a helter-skelter of hits
such as Winter’s Tale, Hold Me Close,
Gonna Make You A Star, Me and My Girl Nightclubbing,
Silver Dream Machine and Rock On. So roll
on up and buy your tickets now for this
beautiful, modern musical love-story with
a heartbreaking twist. Matinee performances
on Wednesday at 2pm & Saturday at 2.30pm.
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WEST
SIDE STORY |
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| Monday
20th April to Saturday 2nd May 2009 - 7.30pm |
The
major international hit musical direct from
London and sell-out success in Paris, Tokyo
and Beijing. With groundbreaking choreography
by the legendary Jerome Robbins, book by
Arthur Laurents, an unforgettable score
by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen
Sondheim, West Side Story changed the face
of musical theatre forever. Based on Shakespeare’s
Romeo and Juliet and packed with unforgettable
songs including Maria, Tonight, Somewhere,
America and I Feel Pretty. The movie version
went on to win an incredible 10 Academy
Awards, including Best Picture, and further
cemented the reputation of this undoubted
masterpiece. Now in 2008, 50 years after
the show made its London debut, Joey McKneely’s
vibrant new stage production of the classic
dance musical arrives after wild critical
acclaim and sell-out success in Tokyo, Paris
and Beijing. Based on a conception by Jerome
Robbins. Entire original production directed
and choreographed by Jerome Robbins. Originally
produced on Broadway by Robert E. Griffith
and Harold S. Prince by arrangement with
Roger L. Stevens. Matinee performances
on Wednesdays & Thursday 23rd at 2pm
& Saturdays at 2.30pm. (back
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