SPRING SEASON - JANUARY - APRIL 2017 o NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N Spring Season www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk o NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N Booking Information Box Office Welcome We are proud to present our first full season at the New Theatre Royal Lincoln. Our aim is to bring a varied programme with performances to suit all age groups whilst covering a wide range of genres. We have lots of amazing plans going forward which we are so excited to share with you in the coming months. As a theatre we don't receive any funding and over the next year we will be doing a vast amount of fundraising to help with the restoration of this beautiful building. We will also be working alongside the community providing many engagement opportunities. We have recently introduced our ‘Friends of the Theatre’ Loyalty Card to help with this. The support we have received from you the public, local businesses and the performing arts industry has been fantastic! It really shows how much this theatre is loved by all! Since opening in September we have been working around the clock to bring the theatre back into the hearts of the community and with your continued support we will achieve this. You can follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to keep up to date with news and behind the scenes photos and stories. #wesupportntr The New Theatre Royal family want to offer all our visitors whether it be audience members or performers an unforgettable and wonderful experience. We look forward to welcoming you to our theatre very soon, Best wishes Natalie Hayes-Cowley OPERATIONS DIRECTOR 2 Clasketgate, Lincoln LN2 1JJ Monday-Friday 10-5pm Saturday 10-4pm 01522 519999 / www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk Booking Fees The New Theatre Royal Lincoln accepts payments via cash, cheque, debit or credit cards. Tickets booked over the phone or online can be posted to you for 80p. For all other bookings the tickets will be held at the Box Office for collection. All Box Office transactions are subject to a Booking Fee of £1 online (per ticket purchased) or 50p (per total transaction) when ordered over the phone or in person. Please make cheques payable to New Lincoln Theatre Ltd. Restoration Fund £1 from all ticket sales will go directly to the New Theatre Royal Restoration Fund. This forms part of our fundraising plans to continue to update and restore the Theatre for future generations. Concessions Please see individual performances for details on concessions available. Generally these will apply to Over 60s, Under 18s, those in receipt of means tested benefits and students. Please check print or website for details or ask at the Box Office. Registered Disabled Patrons may purchase a half-price ticket for themselves and an essential carer. Please contact the Box Office for details. Group Bookings Group bookings of over 10 tickets are entitled to 1 free ticket per 10 booked. School Visits Group booking rates and offers apply here. Contact Box Office for further details. Please note that all of these terms and conditions only apply to productions programmed and produced by The New Theatre Royal Lincoln and not all hires of the venue. Please see the individual performances for specific offers. Exchanging Tickets Please note that once tickets have been paid for we are unable to exchange or refund. Seating Plan Latecomers In consideration of our guests, latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable point in the performance that will be at the discretion of the Front of House staff. Accessibility Please note that the New Theatre Royal Lincoln is a Grade II listed heritage building and as such is not always easy to navigate. However, we are committed to making our performances as accessible as possible. Wheelchair spaces are available for all of our productions, please state at the time of booking if a wheelchair position is required. There are accessible toilets, located in the stalls and we are happy to provide an at seat bar service if required. If you have any other specific requirements please do not hesitate to contact us. We are planning on developing our range of services and facilities in the future years as part of our fundraising and renovation programme to become more accessible. The programme is correct at the time of going to press. However, New Theatre Royal reserves the right to alter the programme or to substitute performers in shows if circumstances make it necessary. WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 3 The Temple Brothers, are proud to announce the return of their theatre show, dedicated to the music of one of the greatest harmony duos the Everly Brothers. With live acoustic guitars, flawless harmonies, a truly impressive outing for all, accompanied by special guest star tributes. Taking you on a walk back down memory lane with all the classic songs that you remember such as Cathy’s Clown and Wake Up Little Suzie. This spectacular show is simply unrivalled anywhere. Buy your tickets now and enjoy The Temple Brothers as they bring to life, the magic of The Everly Brothers! M US IC The Everlys & Friends Saturday 14th January 7.30pm Tickets: £18.50 Adults / £16.50 Concessions If you want to experience the power and passion of a Led Zeppelin concert, played by one of the most exciting Rock’n’Roll bands then pick up the phone and book your ticket now! Having played with Queen, Iron Maiden and Gerry & the Pacemakers, as well as appearing in London Shows including We Will Rock You, Tommy, Jersey Boys, Dancing in the Streets and Buddy, these guys are a truly professional outfit guaranteed to “An outstandin give you a concert”, along g wi night that you audience and cri th tical won't forget in acclaim this is a sh not to be misse ow a hurry. d!” The BBC Thursday 19th January 7.30pm Tickets: £17.50 Adults / £15.50 Concessions 4 MUS IC Hats Off to Led Zeppelin One of the most iconic bands of the 80’s Bon Jovi had platinum selling albums and a plethora of singles around the world... Livin’ On a “The best Prayer, the Bon Jovi tribute I’ve Experience are the ever seen” world’s first and Jon Bon Jovi finest and the fact that they have performed live with Jon Bon Jovi himself “They are just and are featured on fantastic” the official Bon Jovi Chris Evans website tells you all you need to know. M US IC The Bon Jovi Experience Friday 20th January 7.30pm Tickets: £21 Adults / £19 Concessions Having just completed 22 consecutive sell-out performances at this year’s Edinburgh Festival, Simon & Garfunkel - Through the Years is wowing audiences around the globe. This multilayered theatre experience features incredibly accurate live renditions of the duo’s iconic songs alongside footage and interviews with Simon and Garfunkel themselves. MUS IC Simon & Garfunkel – Through the Years Saturday 21st January 7.30pm Tickets: £22.50 o NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N Why not enjoy a date night at the Theatre? Contact the Box Office for details on how we can make it extra special for you WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 5 Geneva. 1816. Victor Frankenstein obsesses in the pursuit of nature’s secret, the elixir of life itself. But nothing can prepare him for what he creates. A new adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Gothic horror masterpiece fusing ensemble storytelling, live music, puppetry and stunning theatricality. From the team behind Blackeyed Theatre’s hugely successful 2013 production of Dracula comes a fresh, exciting telling of Shelley’s landmark work of romantic, gothic and science fiction literature. Suitable for 11+ Thursday 26th - Friday 27th January Thursday 7.30pm / Friday 1.30pm Tickets: £18 Adults / £16 Concessions / £10 School Groups (teachers free) 6 D R AMA Blackeyed Theatre In association with South Hill Park Presents the world premiere of The Upbeat Beatles are a rockin’ band with tight musicianship and powerhouse vocals. You’ll be jumping from the word go. From the depths of the Cavern to the Apple roof top, through Beatlemania, America, Sergeant Pepper to Abbey Road, their attention to detail will draw you into the world of the Beatles like no other show. Breath taking harmonies and guitar solos all wrapped up in Scouse humour. With narrative and full multi-media presentation the audience will be left on an emotional high. Sunday 29th January M U S IC The Upbeat Beatles 7.30pm Tickets: £21 Adults / £19 Concessions “This is the first tim have taken two e I A singer whose career bands on the roa separate d, it is going to be one heck has taken him all really cannot wa of a show…I over the world, it to be able to pe I am so excited released over forty rfo guys and sing myrm with these albums, seventy biggest hits and some abso singles and countless wonderful classi lutely c song live performances Tony Christie s” Tony has sung thousands of songs. This tour and album collection is Tony’s musical autobiography, one that shows that he is a consummate singer – a singer who always delivers his best. Thursday 2nd February MUS IC Tony Christie 7.30pm Tickets: £27 Over the past two years Chas & Dave have had a new hit album ‘That’s what Happens’, headlined The Royal Variety Show, sold out The Royal Albert Hall London, performed an arena tour with Status Quo and performed at the VE Day Concert which was televised on BBC TV. Chas & Dave are still selling out theatres all over the UK and know how to give an audience a good time, performing all the hits that made this Cockney duo famous. Friday 3rd February MUS IC The Full Story Live: The History of Chas & Dave 7.30pm Tickets: £30.50 Adults / £28.50 Concessions WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 7 Andy Mudd is a musician that has followed Billy Joel and his music for many years and across many continents. He has now put together this incredible show that will leave you singing your favourite songs for weeks to come. Saturday 4th February M U S IC Billy Joel Story 7.30pm Tickets: £16 S PE CIAL TJ is firmly placed as one of the UK’s foremost psychic mediums. She has appeared on a number of TV programmes including ITV3’s The Xtra Factor in addition to touring theatres both across the UK and internationally. E VE NT S T J Higgs – Psychic Medium Sunday 5th February 7.30pm Tickets: £23.50 Wednesday 8th February Tickets: £23 Adults / £18 Concessions 8 7.30pm SP ECI AL E VENTS Jamie Raven Live Jamie Raven burst onto an unsuspecting world during the 2015 series of Britain’s Got Talent. His magic amazed audiences and Simon Cowell. Jamie has been perfecting his craft over the past 11 years working as a magician around the world and his ambition was always to take it to a wider audience and BGT finally gave him that chance. Since finishing BGT, Jamie has headlined in The Illusionists at The Shaftesbury Theatre, London and is excited to present his own theatre tour. So, sit back, relax and let Jamie Raven show you some of the magic that he has astounded audiences with around the world. Ages: 5+ o NEW THEATRE ROYAL Some of our shows will be offering workshops, please keep an eye out on social media for further information! l I N C O L N Some Guys Have All The Luck is a fantastic theatrical production celebrating the career of one of rocks greatest icons, Rod Stewart – from street busker through to international superstar! The show includes all the massive hits from Rod’s incredible career, classic rockers like Maggie May, Baby Jane and Da Ya Think I’m Sexy through to big ballads such as Sailing, You’re In My Heart, Tonight’s The Night and many more. M US IC Some Guys Have All the Luck – The Rod Stewart Story Thursday 9th February 7.30pm Tickets: £21.50 Please note this production is not affiliated with Dirty Dancing: the Classic Story on Stage on tour in the UK and worldwide “All singing, all dancing, highly watchable entertainment” The Stage M US I C This evening is the original concert celebration of the iconic music from the multi-award winning soundtrack to Dirty Dancing. A high energy, emotional roller-coaster of an evening with breathtaking choreography and buckets of nostalgia. Includes the classic songs Big Girls Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Wipeout, Do You Love Me and more. Put your dancing shoes on and get ready to have the time of your life! DANCE An Evening of Dirty Dancing: The Tribute Show Friday 10th February 7.30pm Tickets: £21 Adults / £19 Concessions WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 9 o NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N Support Us The New Theatre Royal Lincoln has many opportunities for businesses to engage with our extensive audiences in many exciting ways. We are pleased to announce our new sponsorship options from exclusive season and pantomime sponsorship to annual packages including The New Theatre Royal Young Talent Sponsor, Royal Stalls, Royal Circle and Royal Balcony Sponsorship. If you would like to find out more about this and other advertising opportunities in our brochures please contact [email protected] Education & Creative Learning Donations In 2017 we will be embarking on a large fundraising campaign to help us to continue to restore this beautiful theatre and to help towards developing our ideas, educational and outreach programmes, if you are interested in helping to support us please do get in touch for further information. Want to join the family and be our Friend? RE T SPECIAL PRICE E F FR NDS O For just £20 a year benefits include: IE TH For further details on joining our new Friends of the Theatre Loyalty Card please visit our website or pop into the Box Office. TH EA • Regular News Updates with seasonal special offers • Reduced ticket deals for specific shows • Priority booking periods • 5% discount at the Theatre Bar • Invites to special events and more • Evening Car Parking discounts ON LY £20 ’S FOR A YEAR P M EM BERS HI • Seasonal offers with businesses across the city Payments can be made by cash, cheque or card at the Box Office, Clasketgate, Lincoln LN2 1JJ, on 01522 519999, or online www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk Cheques are to be made payable to ‘New Lincoln Theatre Ltd’ 10 We are currently developing new programmes and productions for schools, education providers and participatory experiences. We are working with schools, further education, higher education and Paradigm Arts, Arts Education Network, in order to create opportunities for learning. If you would like further information about our schools packages or would like to discuss your needs please drop us a line. Visiting the Theatre Keep an eye out on our social media and at the Box Office for news of our new daytime opening hours and special offers at the Royal Café and Bar. We are aiming to provide bespoke experiences and celebration packages as well as daytime coffees. We will also be working with other restaurants and cafés in the area to bring you the best in Lincolnshire Food and Drink! Puss & Dick – Adult Panto The Market Theatre Company is out to give the older generation a viable alternative to the family pantomime. This year they will re-work the pantomime classic Dick Whittington packing it with corny jokes, raunchy plots and blatant innuendo. With a minimum set, props and costume the fearless company of 3 will take this traditional story and distort it almost beyond recognition. Get ready for an evening of slick, fast-moving, farcical fun and bawdy innuendo. CO M E D Y “Quintessentia lly British…Like a Carry On film ma de by a Rugby Club ” The Stage Newspaper Ages: 16+ Saturday 11th February 7.30pm Tickets: £19.50 Adults / £18.50 Concessions This superb production stars ‘Navi’ who is the only tribute ever to be chosen by Michael Jackson. Navi has performed and visited Neverland and worked as Michael’s body double. Along with his incredible live band and dancers, he is currently taking UK theatres by storm with his thrilling new show. Don’t miss King of Pop – The Legend Continues as Navi brilliantly recreates all the magical classics from the early Jackson 5 songs to mega-hits such as Thriller and Smooth Criminal in a night out the whole family will enjoy. Sunday 12th February MUS IC King of Pop – The Legend Continues...Starring ‘Navi’ 7.30pm Tickets: £22.50 Adults / £20.50 Concessions Tuesday 14th February RE TH EA SP EC IAL E T TH SPECIAL PRICE F FR O Join us for a night of matchmaking in the Theatre. Will our lucky singles find love at first sight, or will cupid’s arrow not quite hit the mark? Accompanied by a live Jazz band, this is a night not to be missed! Will love blossom at the New Theatre NDS Royal? Join us this Valentines for a IE night of romance and live music. E VE NTS Blind Date and All That Jazz 7.30pm Tickets: £10 Adults / £8 Concessions / £6 Friends of the Theatre WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 11 Come and test your knowledge against Ben Garrod (the TV scientist in the BBC’s ‘Attenborough and the Giant Dinosaur‘). With the help of TV film footage and photos of his own palaeontological dinosaur digs, he will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about dinosaurs - and more. This is an interactive show where children will be given the chance to ask questions and show off their dinosaur knowledge to the audience. Ben will talk about the deadliest predators that ever roamed the planet and the ones that, 65 million years ago, would have walked right where you are sitting now. Wednesday 15th February 2.30pm Tickets: £16.50 Adults / £13.50 Concessions 12 FA M I LY Did dinosaurs eat their own families? Was every Tyrannosaur a fearsome carnivore? Dire Straits – Money for Nothing Experience the music and legacy of Dire Straits with songs spanning over 5 decades delivered with passion from seven world-class musicians and singers. Fronting the band is the brilliant guitarist and Mark Knopfler sound-alike Aled Williams. With all the hits including Money For Nothing, Brothers In Arms and many more, prepare for an evening of sensational musicianship and iconic songs that define a generation. The abundant energy and the excellence and musicality of their performance makes Money for Nothing a must see for any rock enthusiast or Dire Straits fan. Thursday 16th February M U S IC “Undoubtedly the best Dire Straits Band in Europe” The Observer 7.30pm Tickets: £21 Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown is a comic genius and one of the funniest comedians around. His outrageous performances ensure many sold out shows at theatres all around the UK and internationally as his shows are legendary. When ‘Chubby’ comes to town make sure you do not miss out, buy a ticket, but be warned not suitable for those who are easily offended! Ages: 18+ Friday 17th February COME DY Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown 7.30pm Tickets: £22.50 o NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N DO YOU SEE YOURSELF PERFORMING ON THE STAGE? The Theatre is available to hire for all community groups, dance schools and businesses. Please contact [email protected] for details WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 13 This concert style cirque production features stunning choreography, breath-taking vocals and mesmerising circus performers. With an eclectic musical soundtrack including pop, rock and classical Cirque Enchantment is a stunning show that will delight all the family. Saturday 18th February 3pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £23 Adults / £19 Concessions 14 FA M I LY Welcome to a mystical world of frozen beauty and magical adventure! The Sound of Murder by William Fairchild Charles Norbury is a successful writer of children’s books but he doesn't like children. An unlovable man, he has no friends, is arrogant, controlling, sadistic and cruel. His wife, starved of love and denied children of her own, has met another man. In their cottage in Surrey, a tape recorder has been left on during a conversation between his wife and her lover in which the latter plans the author’s murder. Charles’ secretary listens to the tape and hears the murder plot. Starring: Corrinne Wicks (Doctors, Emmerdale), Michelle Morris (The Knock) and Marcus Hutton (Brookside). DR A M A “A gripping plo provides nail-b t iting tension in Willia m The Sound Of Mu Fairchild's earned prolonge rder, which d applause from an appreciativ Tuesday and is e audience on superbly projec ted by director Patri c Kear talented cast of ns and a six.” The Brighton Ar gus Monday 20th - Wednesday 22nd February 7.30pm / Wednesday Matinee 2.30pm Tickets: £21 Adults / £19 Concessions A live show featuring the Rat Pack Trio, the Rat Pack Orchestra and the fabulous Vegas Show Girls celebrating wonderful memories of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy David Jnr. Every song is a classic from Come Fly with Me, That’s Amore to Mr Bojangles and Mack The Knife. This show is all glitz and glamour, come and re-live the magic with us tonight! Friday 24th February MUS IC The Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular Show 7.30pm Tickets: £23 Adults / £19 Concessions Since the 1960’s The Grumbleweeds have dominated the UK comedy scene. From TV to summer seasons, theatre, cruise and cabaret, they have never failed to impress. Timeless classic routines and unforgettable characters weave their way through this seamless act. Don’t miss The Guv’nors of live comedy. Saturday 25th February COMEDY The Grumbleweeds 7.30pm Tickets: £19.50 Adults / £16 Concessions WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 15 Merely Theatre Present: Romeo & Juliet and Twelfth Night ROMEO & JULIET The show drives through action-packed thrills and tender intimacy to crushing loss. Five actors blast the company’s signature style of urgency, humour and clarity to conjure a stirring, visceral theatrical experience. TWELFTH NIGHT Unlikely lovers collide in a tale of identical twins, multiple disguises and mistaken identities. The five actors use endless invention and boundless imagination in a production that proves raucous and joyous, witty and moving. “This is cracking theatr e, and a triumph of resourcefulness and invention” Eastbourne Herald DRAM A Exhilarating, sharp and hilarious, the shows are loved by audiences and acclaimed by critics across the country, offering an authentic Shakespearean experience for the 21st century. Thursday 2nd – Friday 3rd March Tickets: £17 Adults /£15 Concessions / Schools £9 Thursday 2nd – Romeo and Juliet 1.30pm; Twelfth Night 7.30pm Friday 3rd – Twelfth Night 1.30pm; Romeo and Juliet 7.30pm o NEW THEATRE ROYAL Join us as we celebrate Discover Lincolnshire day early for our first set of Behind the Scenes Tours of the Theatre. Places are limited to 10 per session so early booking is recommended. RE T FR F TH SPECIAL PRICE E 16 NDS O IE TH EA Saturday 4th March 10.30am / 12.30pm / 2.30pm Tickets: £10 Adults / £8 Concessions / £6 Friends of the Theatre S PE CIAL BEHIND THE SCENES TOURS EVENT S l I N C O L N A sparkling mystery adventure based on the thrilling classics by E W Hornung The Mystery of the Murdered Thief Harry “Bunny” Manders is convinced that his erstwhile partner in crime, the gentleman cracksman A J Raffles, drowned while escaping a daring theft aboard a transatlantic liner. But a chance reply to a newspaper advertisement reveals an entirely different scenario, and at once Bunny is embroiled again in his old life of burglary, mayhem, adventure and murder! Bunny is played by the exuberant Ian Sharrock, familiar to audiences as Jackie Merrick in Emmerdale, while his other TV appearances include Heartbeat, The Bill, Casualty, Where the Heart Is and – perhaps most memorably – as Jed Maxwell, Alan Partridge’s biggest and most scarily obsessive fan in I’m Alan Partridge. DRAM A Raffles: The Mystery of the Murdered Thief Monday 6th - Wednesday 8th March 7.30pm / Wednesday matinee 2.30pm Tickets: £21 Adults / £19 Concessions G4 LIVE IN CONCERT WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK G4: Live in Concert Featuring exciting new songs from their brand-new album the multiplatinum selling vocal harmony group is back on the road with special guests and their trademark harmonies that wow audiences wherever they go. G4 are excited to take their classic releases of Bohemian Rhapsody, My Way and Nessun Dorma on the road and are thrilled to showcase some of the greatest love songs of all time as they tour the songs from their hotly anticipated album, G4 Love Songs. An evening of classic and romantic music that is guaranteed to transport you away. VIP tickets include a pre-show Meet & Greet with G4 where you’ll be served a glass of wine and have the chance to meet the guys up-close and take photos & autographs. Limited availability. MUS I C V IP t ick ets ava ilable Thursday 9th March 7.30pm Tickets: Standard £27.50 / Premium £33.50 / VIP £75 BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 17 Musician Andy Wood, a regular on the touring scene, has been amazing audiences from all over the world with his Tom Jones songs. Traveling with his live band, they recently return from the UK’s premier theatre show ‘Trevor Chance’s Legends’ at the central pier, Blackpool. This show is a must for any fan of the Welsh legend. “That boy can sing” Sir Tom Jones M US IC The Tom Jones Story Friday 10th March 7.30pm Tickets: £18.50 Adults / £16.50 Concessions Bye Bye Baby takes you back in time on a musical journey through the career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, whose songs graced such films as Dirty Dancing and Grease. The combination of world class vocals and harmonies, as Jamie Ledwith scales the falsetto heights of Frankie Valli, along with snappy choreography and a vast catalogue of hits makes for a memorable and unforgettable night of nostalgia. Saturday 11th March 7.30pm Tickets: £21.50 18 MUS IC Bye Bye Baby: The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons The ultimate celebration of the sweet sound of Motown is here! This stunning 100% live show combines first class music together with slick choreography and an amazing band. You will be Dancing On The Ceiling, with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and more. The UK's No.1 Motown show will have you dancing All Night Long. M US IC The Greatest Hits of Motown Sunday 12th March 7.30pm Tickets: £24 o NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N WANT TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER AT THE THEATRE AND HELP WITH FRONT OF HOUSE? LET US KNOW! Please contact [email protected] for details. DRAMA Hamlet The spirit of a murdered king, the wrath of a vengeful son, and the turmoil of Denmark in 1601. The King is dead. Consumed with grief, Prince Hamlet devotes himself to avenging his father’s death with devastating consequences. Blending traditional and physical theatre with a musical score, a gripping ensemble of seasoned classical actors embrace the exhilaration and violence of some of literature’s most vibrant language and characters, in a way you’ve never seen before: bold, exciting, and action-packed. Shakespeare for the Game of Thrones generation. Ages: 11+ (contains violence) Tuesday 14th - Wednesday 15th March Wednesday 1.30pm Tuesday & Wednesday 7.30pm Tickets: £17.50 Adults / £15.50 Concessions / Schools £9.50 WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 19 Jane Austen sits writing, her quill scurrying across the vellum. She is dreaming up Darcy – a proud, lip curling, handsome creation in very tight pants. But a door squeaks, a visitor approaches and Jane hastily hides her work. Now left to his own devices, Darcy embroiders his own storyline whilst his creator stitches her quilt. When Jane returns she finds the plot has moved on and Darcy is dancing to a different tune. “Swimmingly Featuring quilt work specially created by community groups for this production. Ages: 10+ Thursday 16th March Tickets: £19 Adults / £17 Concessions 20 7.30pm brilliant & egglayingly funny” audience feedback D RAMA Mr Darcy Loses the Plot So leave your inhibitions at the door and prepare to experience the UK’s biggest burlesque extravaganza. With a bevy of beautiful burlesque stars, speciality variety artists and fabulous costumes An Evening of Burlesque revives this classic variety art form. Featuring favourite stars alongside the most outrageous and extraordinary new talent we could find, naughty has never been so nice! Ages: 18+ M US IC An Evening of Burlesque is back in town with a dazzling new production! D A N C E An Evening of Burlesque Friday 17th March 7.30pm Tickets: £24 S PE CIAL EVENT S Live American Wrestling The body slamming stars of SKY TVs Wrestling Show come to the New Theatre Royal for the very first time as part of their 2017 UK tour. Bringing action for all the family in solo and tag team bouts. Boo the baddies and cheer the goodies on a night filled with thrills and spills. Saturday 18th March 7.30pm Tickets: £20 WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 21 o NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N WANT TO BOOK A PARTY AT THE THEATRE? CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION 01522 519999 The Understudies is a story of a group of actors preparing for their opening night of a new show. They are a long way behind schedule and it is only getting worse. Complications arise through arrogant actors, wise-cracking technicians and a long past his best director trying to recapture past glories. E RE T TH SPECIAL PRICE F FR NDS O IE TH EA DRAM A The Understudies by Conceptual Arts Theatre Company Tuesday 21st March 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £9 Adults / £8 Concessions / £6 students including Secondary school age/groups over 6/Friends of the Theatre The British Beach Boys The British Beach Boys perfectly recreate the music and style of their American icons to deliver a show packed with all the hits, including God Only Knows, Surfin’ USA, California Girls, Don’t Worry Baby, Good Vibrations, Barbara Ann and many more! Wednesday 22nd March 7.30pm Tickets: £20.50 22 MUS IC For over 50 years The Beach Boys have provided the soundtrack to laidback days by the sea, their songs almost defiantly capturing the imagination of all generations. With shimmering vocal harmonies and engaging performances, E VE NT S S P E CIAL Circus of Horrors: The Never-Ending Nightmare “I loved it.” The Circus of Horrors celebrates its 21st anniversary as it takes to the road with its latest Simon incarnation “The Never-ending Nightmare”. The spectacular features an amazing Cowell amalgamation of bizarre, brave & beautiful acts all woven into an Alice in Horrorland type story driven by a mainly original soundscape and performed with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek! “Totally The Circus of Horrors became the only circus ever to reach the finals of Britain’s Unbelievable” Got Talent and the first circus to perform in London's West End for over 100 years. Scott Mills, Radio 1 Thursday 23rd March 7.30pm Tickets: £25 Royal Stalls and Circle / £21 Royal Balcony / £2 discount off each ticket price for concessions An Evening with Elvis MUS IC Steve Halliday has performed all over the world as Elvis, singing on TV shows such as the Graham Norton Show, headlining in the west End and O2 Arena in London. Friday 24th March 7.30pm Tickets: £21 Adults / £19 Concessions WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 23 “Katie has a lovely voice” Sharon Osbourne Touring UK theatres for the first time, Someone Like You is an immaculate celebration of one of our “Brilliant” generation’s finest singer-songwriters. Adele Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC Adele Special, the outstanding Katie Markham has the show-stopping voice and captivating charisma to deliver all your favourite Adele hits in an enthralling concert performance. Someone Like You will take you on a soulstirring journey from break up to make up! Saturday 25th March M U S IC Someone Like You: The Adele Songbook 7.30pm Tickets: £20.50/£18.50 Stayin Alive has been touring for the past fifteen years recreating the look and sound of the Bee Gees. Capturing a full history of the Bee Gees from Jive Talking to More Than A Woman, Night Fever, and Tragedy. “One of the mo convincing and st outstanding ba utterly nd ever come acros s I have s years as a Stage in all my rev Compelling vie iewer. wi The Stage News ng.” paper, Mark Ritchie Sunday 26th March MUS IC Stayin Alive: Bee Gees 7.30pm Tickets: £21 Adults /£19 Concessions April 1939. An English couple, Peter and Suzy, are living in Provence in idyllic isolation, far, it seems, from the rumblings of the coming war. Their peace is shattered from within when Suzy discovers she has been betrayed. Suzy's life is thrown “What a play. It's into turmoil as the possibility arises that certainly one of the best Peter may in fact be a ruthless killer on murder mysterie s I've the run. Then a Scotland Yard detective seen and grips yo arrives and events become even more the throat from u by start to finish ... the plo complicated and frightening ... Lies, t is full of twists and turns subterfuge and murder make this fast…” moving thriller a dark and disturbing The Stage roller coaster of bluff and double bluff. Monday 27th - Wednesday 29th March 7.30pm / Wednesday Matinee 2.30pm Tickets: £21 Adults / £19 Concessions 24 DRAMA Strictly Murder by Brian Clemens The Greatest Hits of The Who plus songs from Tommy and Quadrophenia in one show. Jump on the Magic Bus for this amazing musical journey... from My Generation to Who are You and all with maximum rhythm and blues. Featuring musicians and singers from many West End and touring productions, Sensation promises a night of non-stop hits from one of the most influential bands of all time. Thursday 30th March M U S IC Sensation: The Music of Who 7.30pm Tickets: £17.50 Adults / £15.50 Concessions Glory Days make their first visit to The New Theatre Royal Lincoln. Celebrating their twentieth year in 2017 the full seven-piece E-Street band line up really captures the spirit of the Boss live. They will take you on a blast down Thunder Road playing all the 'classics' on the way. These guys will rock for over three hours ...(when they're allowed) and give you that Bruce experience you thought you just couldn't get anymore. Glory Days will give you what you need.. Jersey style! Friday 31st March MUS IC Glory Days: Bruce Springsteen 7.30pm Tickets: £16 This high energy show features the vast catalogue of hits loved by many generations. The winning formula of fantastic hits, harmonies, authentic costumes and first class vocals and musicians, recreates the true feel and thrill of a live ABBA show. Come and celebrate the music of one of the biggest selling and most iconic bands of all time. Saturday 1st April MUS IC Arrival – the Music of Abba 7.30pm Tickets: £20.50 Adults / £18.50 Concessions WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 25 #TheFirstHippo Ages 3+ Sunday 2nd April 1.30pm & 3.30pm Tickets: £13 Adults /£11 Concessions 26 FA M I LY From Number One bestselling Children’s author David Walliams comes an explosively funny space adventure for children of 3 and up. Two big hippos. One ENORMOUS dream. Who can make it to the moon first? 3 ...2 ...1 ...BLAST OFF! David Walliams has taken the literary world by storm and his brilliantly funny stories are adored by children the world over! He has achieved unprecedented critical acclaim and quickly developed a reputation as a natural successor to Roald Dahl. His books have been translated into over 45 languages and sold over 9.5 million copies in the UK alone. Adapted for the stage by award winning Theatre company Les Petits following their hugely successful Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs and immersive London hit Adventures in Wonderland, comes a fantastical adventure featuring puppetry, music, mayhem and a giant space race to the moon! The creative team have worked on hit shows such as Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, The National’s Elephantom, Warhorse and Raymond Briggs’ The Bear. R E H T A N F OW f the o R e s r B Cu Man A spine-chilling whodunit based on the classic mysteries by G K Chesterton. Multiple murders have been committed, but the culprit leaves no trace. Can he … or “An engaging she … be truly invisible? And is it all really due to some malevolent ancient curse? romp of a Mild-mannered Father Brown is called to the Edwardian country house of mystery” archaeologist Diana Hope and her niece Ella, where his incisive deductions peel away remotego at.co.uk the many layers of this haunting case, until he finally unmasks the killer. But in the meantime … will the murderer strike again! John Lyons (familiar to audiences as DS George Toolan, David Jason’s sidekick in A Touch of Frost) plays Father Brown. John’s other TV appearances include Upstairs Downstairs, The Onedin Line, On the Buses, George and Mildred and The Sweeney. Wednesday 5th - Saturday 8th April 7.30pm / Thursday and Saturday matinees 2.30pm WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK D RAMA The isible Inv Tickets: £21 Adults / £19 Concessions BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 27 Running time: 55 mins no interval. Recommended for children aged 2-7 years Sunday 9th April 1.30pm & 3.30pm Tickets: £13 Adults / £11 Concessions 28 FA M I LY The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by author/illustrator Eric Carle has delighted generations of readers since it was first published in 1969. Eric's well-known books captivated readers with his iconic colorful hand-painted illustrations, introducing generations of children to a bigger, brighter world - and to their first experience of reading itself. The timeless classic has made its way off the page and onto the stage. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, this critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets, faithfully adapting four of Eric Carle stories: The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse, Mister Seahorse, The Very Lonely Firefly and of course, the star of the show - The Very Hungry Caterpillar. “The haunting downright apoc and aly harmonies sang ptic end of act one wi at the ll blo audiences away w ” Cannock Post Peter Pan and Tinkerbell are struggling to keep the spirit of Neverland alive. Over the last thirty years the magic has rapidly decreased, leaving Peter Pan and The Lost Boys grounded and Captain Hook and his crew docked. With nothing to fight for and no adventures to be had, Neverland has come to a standstill with no hope of a revival, or is there? With a little manipulation a secret is revealed that may not only save the island but create more power than Neverland has ever seen before. Will it end up in the right hands? Or will this be the end of Neverland for good? With twists in the tales and shocking revealings, Neverland is about to have its first adventure in years! Ages: 5+. Running Time 2.5 hours with interval. In aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity M USI CAL JOIN THE MAGICAL ADVENTURE! Wednesday 12th - Saturday 15th April 7.30pm / Matinees 2pm on Thursday, Friday & Saturday Tickets: £17.50 Adults / £15.50 Concessions / £12.50 Under 16s WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 29 Ages: 3-7 Monday 17th April Tickets: £11 Adults / £9 Concessions 30 2.30pm FA M I LY Charlie Hubble is a little boy with a very big dream, he wants to be a world-class magician. So, he saves up his pocket money to buy The Big Book of Magic for Trainee Magicians. Then he sets off to Mr Zacoor’s Toy Shop to buy his spellbook. But Mr Zacoor is no ordinary shopkeeper, he’s a real life Sorcerer! And he has a very special job for Charlie. This delightful new show comes to life with an irresistible blend of music, puppetry and storytelling. There’s also an enchanting toy shop setting filled with all sorts of magical surprises! Little people aged 3-7 will love this funny, heartwarming tale but big people will have lots of fun too. Tuesday 18th April 7.30pm Tickets: £22.50 WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 E VENT S An Evening on the Oche with the true Legends of Darts with Old Stoneface himself, John Lowe, the first ever televised 9 dart finish which netted him £100.000 and the Craft Cockney Eric Bristow along with Dennis the Mence Preistley and The Limestone Cowboy Bob Anderson. This is going to be an evening to remember for all darting fans as they make their way to the stage. MC and host for this event is Mr Paul Wilson. S P ECI A L Legends of Darts: featuring Eric Bristow, John Lowe, Bob Anderson & Dennis Priestley 31 Friday 21st April 7.30pm D AN CE Join the talented cast as they perform the most iconic of movie hits from the 80s and 90s – Get ready to sing a long to all time classics from hit movies including Ghost, Dirty Dancing, Fame and The Bodyguard. Powerhouse vocals, high energy choreography, and the most memorable of movie hits make this an event you won’t forget! Grab the popcorn and relive the greatest decades of movie music in this blockbuster night of entertainment. M US IC Cinema Live: Songs from the movies Tickets: £23 Adults / £19 Concessions “I was impressed by the high standards performance ac of hieved Encore Dance Company specializes as well as the eclec in presenting skilful, well-rounded, choice of repert tic oire” Dancing Times young dancers, performing in a multitude of styles including classical September 2016 ballet, jazz, contemporary, commercial dance and more under the direction of former Royal Ballet Principal Antony Dowson. The 17 strong cast perform a range of diverse dance works and features Elite Syncopations choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan with the music of Scott Joplin. Saturday 22nd April DANCE Encore Dance Company 7.30pm Tickets: £16 Adults / £14 Concessions “Absolutely Sensational... The best show of type in the World its The music of Billy Joel and Sir Elton !” Jimmy Osmond John come to life in this multimedia show. Featuring a sensational world renowned 7 piece band and amazing backing vocalists pulsing with energy, it’s currently one of the favourite shows on Disney Cruise Line, has performed at the Venetian Hotel in Vegas and now on its World Tour and a first for the UK. Join Terry and Nick on this journey through the careers of two music icons seated behind the ebony and ivory of an instrument that will forever define the spirit of their music: The Piano! Wednesday 26th April Tickets: £25 Adults / £23 Concessions 32 7.30pm MUS I C Piano Men: Generations Join us for a truly fabulous evening celebrating fashion, hair and make up from across the city and launching the week in our own unique way! Friday 28th April S P E CIA L Following the huge success of Lincoln’s first Fashion Week in 2016, the Theatre is proud to be launching the 2017 week in style. E V E N TS Lincoln Fashion Week Launch Event 7.30pm Tickets: £5 The English String Orchestra, make “Electric their first visit to Lincoln with a performance, programme celebrating the Romantic all!” string orchestra literature which The Sunday lifted the orchestra to international Times acclaim. Tchaikovsky's melodious and virtuosic Serenade, Grieg's wistful and poignant Holberg Suite and a selection of works by Elgar round out the programme, conducted by the ESO's Artistic Director, Kenneth Woods, proudly carrying forward the ESO lineage going back to past conductors Vernon Handley and Yehudi Menuhin. Saturday 29th April MUS IC English Symphony Orchestra 7.30pm Tickets: £26 Royal Stalls and Circle / £24 Royal Balcony / £5 discount off ticket prices for Concessions Sunday 30th April MUSI C Whitney – Queen of the Night This award winning production features a stellar line-up with rising West End star Rebecca Freckleton delivering a breathtaking performance as Whitney. Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride through three “Hearts were decades of classic hits that pounding, feet include, I Wanna Dance tapping. It was a With Somebody, One performance an great d night; Moment In Time, and I’m a must-see for Whitney fans.” Every Woman, the show Portsmouth & beautifully remembers the Southsea News most highly awarded female artiste in the world. 7.30pm Tickets: £24 WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 33 o NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N Meet The Theatre Family Managing Director – Mike Hayes-Cowley Operations Director – Natalie Hayes-Cowley Marketing & Funding Manager – Sara Bullimore Marketing Assistant – Shannon Edson Business Development Manager – Emma Olivier-Townrow Admin Manager – Caroline Keyworth Admin Assistant – Darcie Townsend Technical Manager – Steve Chambers Stage Manager – Ian Marston Bar Manager – Ellie Pickering Front of House Supervisor – Maggie Kershaw Box Office Team – Tracey Walker & Deanne Speed Candy Corner Team Leaders – Georgia Hayes-Cowley & Charlotte Hayes-Cowley CONTACT US Box Office: 01522 519999 www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk [email protected] [email protected] Follow us on: facebook, twitter and instagram NewTheatreRoyalLincoln 34 @ntrlincoln ntrlincoln o Book your tickets now for our early summer releases! NEW THEATRE ROYAL l I N C O L N COMING SOON... Thursday 4th May | 7.30pm Dreamboys Tickets: £28.50 Royal Stalls Rows A-D / £25.50 Rest of Theatre Friday 5th May | 7.30pm Sell a Door Theatre Company presents Noel & Gertie by Sheridan Morley Tickets: £17 Adults / £15 Concessions Saturday 6th May | 7.30pm Some Enchanted Evening Tickets: £16 Adults / £15 Concessions Friday 12th May | 8pm The All-Star Stand-Up Show: Jarred Christmas, Jim Tavare, Stewart Francis & Justin Moorhouse Tickets: £21 Saturday 13th - Monday 15th May Saturday 2.30pm & 7pm / Sunday 10.30am & 2.30pm / Monday 10.30am & 1.30pm Babe The Sheep-Pig Tickets: £19 Adults / £17 Under 16s / £61 Family of 4 Friday 19th May | 7.30pm Bowie Experience Tickets: £25 / Early Bird Offer Book Before 31st January 2017 for £22 May 31st - June 3rd | 7pm / Friday & Saturday Matinee 2.30pm Railway Children Tickets: £21 Adults / £11 Under 16s / £19 other concessions WWW.NEWTHEATREROYALI NCOLN. CO. UK BO X O F F I C E : 0 1 5 2 2 5 1 9 9 9 9 35 JANUARY Saturday 14th Thursday 19th Friday 20th Saturday 21st Thur 26th-Fri 27th Sunday 29th The Everlys & Friends Hats Off to Led Zeppelin The Bon Jovi Experience Simon & Garfunkel – Through the Years Frankenstein The Upbeat Beatles FEBRUARY Thursday 2nd Friday 3rd Saturday 4th Sunday 5th Wednesday 8th Thursday 9th Friday 10th Saturday 11th Sunday 12th Tuesday 14th Wednesday 15th Thursday 16th Friday 17th Saturday 18th Mon 20th-Wed 22nd Friday 24th Saturday 25th Tony Christie The Full Story Live: The History of Chas & Dave Billy Joel Story TJ Higgs – Psychic Medium Jamie Raven Some Guys Have All the Luck – The Rod Stewart Story An Evening of Dirty Dancing: The Tribute Show Puss & Dick – Adult panto King of Pop – the Legend Continues…Starring ‘Navi’ Blind Date and All that Jazz So You Think You Know About Dinosaurs Dire Straits – Money for Nothing Roy Chubby Brown Cirque Enchantment The Sound of Murder The Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular Show The Grumbleweeds p7 p7 p8 p8 p8 p9 p9 p11 p11 p11 p12 p13 p13 p14 p15 p15 p15 MARCH Thur 2nd &Fri 3rd Saturday 4th Mon 6th-Wed 8th Thursday 9th Friday 10th Saturday 11th Sunday 12th Tue 14th-Wed 15th Thursday 16th Friday 17th Saturday 18th Tuesday 21st Wednesday 22nd Thursday 23rd Friday 24th Saturday 25th Sunday 26th Mon 27th-Wed 29th Thursday 30th Friday 31st Merely Theatre - Romeo & Juliet/Twelfth Night Behind the Scenes Tours Raffles – The Mystery of the Murdered Thief G4 The Tom Jones Story Bye Bye Baby: The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Motown’s Greatest Hits Hamlet Mr Darcy Loses The Plot An Evening of Burlesque Live American Wrestling The Understudies The British Beach Boys Circus of Horrors: the Never-Ending Nightmare An Evening with Elvis Someone Like You: The Adele Songbook Stayin: Alive Strictly Murder Sensation: The Music of Who Glory Days: Bruce Springsteen p16 p16 p17 p17 p18 p18 p19 p19 p20 p21 p21 p22 p22 p23 p23 p24 p24 p24 p25 p25 Saturday 1st Sunday 2nd Wed 5th-Sat 8th Sunday 9th Wed 12th-Sat 15th Monday 17th Tuesday 18th Arrival – the Music of Abba The First Hippo On the Moon The Father Brown Mysteries – The Curse of the Invisible Man The Very Hungry Caterpillar The Return of Neverland The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Legends of Darts: featuring Eric Bristow, John Lowe, Bob Anderson & Dennis Priestley Cinema Live: Songs from the Movies Encore Dance Company Piano Men: Generations Lincoln Fashion Week Launch English Symphony Orchestra Whitney – Queen of the Night p25 p26 p27 p28 p29 p30 APRIL SHOWS COMING TO THE NEW THEATRE ROYAL LINCOLN SPRING SEASON - JANUARY - APRIL 2017 Friday 21st Saturday 22nd Wednesday 26th Friday 28th Saturday 29th Sunday 30th www.newtheatreroyallincoln.co.uk p4 p4 p5 p5 p6 p7 p31 p32 p32 p32 p33 p33 p33
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