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WELCOME / FÁILTE
There’s been a rumour around for a couple of years that a simple, hummable
tune was no longer welcome on Broadway. Well, it’s alive and well at the
Playhouse this Autumn!
With a nod to Tony Award-winning composer Jerry Herman, and hot on
the heels of our hugely successful Summer of Playhouse on the Fringe and
the Edinburgh International Festival, I am thrilled to introduce you to our
fantastic, cinematically styled Autumn season.
Think of all your favourite blockbuster movies, add in foot stomping
soundtracks and the cream of the West End and Broadway and you have
yourself some real theatre magic!
We kick off the season with the award-winning screen to stage West End
musical Dirty Rotten Scoundrels: be sure to catch it if you can as these are
the final dates on the Scottish leg of the tour. The breathtakingly romantic
thriller The Bodyguard starring Alexandra Burke and everyone’s favourite
gang of fairy tale misfits in Shrek The Musical arrive this September and
October respectively.
Taking a trip back to our Laurel & Hardy roots as Scotland’s original silver
screen, we are thrilled to be hosting the major new tour of Mack and Mabel.
Starring the double Olivier Award-winning Michael Ball in one of the defining
performances of his career as 1920’s movie genius ‘Mack Sennett’. Direct
from a sell-out summer at Chichester Festival Theatre, this sparkling musical
is stuffed full of Broadway showstoppers, guaranteed to have you tapping
your troubles away and making the world laugh. So don’t send roses to your
loved one this Autumn, just follow Torvill & Dean’s lead and get your skates
on to discover this wonderful musical on its only Scottish date.
Other season highlights include the jaw-dropping, incredible talents
of Dynamo (how does he do that?), five nights in the hilarious company
of Kevin Bridges and if you haven’t yet planned your Christmas night out
then Priscilla Queen of the Desert is the one for you: offering all the
glitz, glamour and sparkle to get you in the festive party spirit.
The season really is jam packed full of treats for all the family but rather
than me list them all here, take a look through the brochure and come
and see us soon.
Chichester Festival Theatre production of Mack & Mabel © Anna-Jane Case
MACK & MABEL TUE 10 - SAT 21 NOV
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‘A MASTERCLASS
IN HOW TO PUT ON A MUSICAL’DAILY MAIL
‘RICHLY ORIGINAL, DAMNABLY CHARMING,
A SCANDALOUS DELIGHT’SUNDAY TIMES
‘very, very, very funny’BBC
One of the funniest movies of all time is now a smash hit musical
already seen by over half a million people. Direct from London’s
West End, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels has been acclaimed by critics and
audiences alike and this major production is a rare chance to return to
‘AN ALL BUT LOST ERA OF MUSICAL COMEDY’ THE GUARDIAN
and relive the golden age of the classic musical.
Based on the classic comedy film starring Sir Michael Caine and
Steve Martin, and from the producers of the phenomenally successful
Jersey Boys, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels will transport you to the French
Riviera as two seasoned swindlers attempt to hoodwink a millionaire
heiress. As the pair compete, they discover there is only room
for one of them.
Starring Michael Praed (The star of The Sound of Music,
Robin of Sherwood and Dynasty), Carly Stenson (Hollyoaks),
Noel Sullivan (Rock Of Ages, We will Rock You and Hear’Say)
and Gary Wilmot (Oklahoma!, Oliver and numerous
stage appearances).
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The Bodyguard, the award-winning musical based on the blockbuster
film, is heading to Edinburgh starring three-time Brit nominee and
X Factor winner, Alexandra Burke* as Rachel Marron. Direct from
its smash-hit West End run, the show is coming to the Edinburgh
Playhouse for two weeks only!
Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer,
is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown
stalker. Each expects to be in charge - what they don’t expect
is to fall in love.
A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (THE TIMES), breathtakingly romantic thriller,
The Bodyguard features a whole host of Whitney Houston’s
greatest hits including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One
Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing,
Jesus Loves Me, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the
greatest hit songs of all time - I Will Always Love You.
★★★★ ‘STUNNING’
THE EXPRESS
★★★★ ‘BRILLIANT’
THE TIMES
★★★★ ‘HEAVENLY’
EVENING STANDARD
*Alexandra Burke is not scheduled to perform at midweek or Saturday matinees including
any revised matinee performances. At the matinee performances, the role will be played by Zoe
Birkett. The producers of The Bodyguard cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist,
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Based on the award-winning DreamWorks animation film,
Shrek The Musical is the must-see show for all the family. Join our
unlikely hero and his loyal steed Donkey as they embark on a quest to
rescue the beautiful (if slightly temperamental) Princess Fiona from a
fire breathing, love-sick dragon. Add the diminutive Lord Farquaad, a
gang of fairytale misfits, and a biscuit with attitude, and you’ve got the
biggest, brightest musical comedy around! Featuring all new songs as
well as cult Shrek anthem I’m a Believer, Shrek The Musical brings
all the much-loved DreamWorks characters to life, live on stage, in
an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza. Join the adventure!
★★★★★‘SHREKTACULAR’
SUNDAY TELEGRAPH
‘DELICIOUSLY FUNNY. SPECTACULAR’
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★★★★ ‘A SLICK AND STYLISH SHOW’ EVENING STANDARD
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★★★★ ‘A DELIGHT. MICHAEL BALL IS QUITE SUPERB
AS MACK AND REBECCA LaCHANCE DEEPLY AFFECTING AS MABEL’
SUNDAY EXPRESS
Direct from its premiere at Chichester Festival Theatre,
the dazzling Broadway musical comedy stars double Olivier
Award-winning Michael Ball (Hairspray, Sweeney Todd) as
Mack Sennett and introduces Rebecca LaChance (Broadway’s
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) as Mabel Normand.
Based on the real-life romance between the legendary
filmmaker and his rising star, it tells the story of Hollywood’s
golden age, where the fun of the silent screen was dominated by
the hysterical chaos of the Keystone Kops and the glamour of the
Bathing Beauties. A world where heroes wore capes, girls were
tied to the railway tracks and it all ended with a pie in the face.
Mack & Mabel features an outstanding score by Jerry Herman
(Hello, Dolly!, La Cage aux Folles) and is widely admired for
its classic Broadway hits including I Won’t Send Roses,
Time Heals Everything and Tap Your Troubles Away.
This Evening Standard Award-winning musical comedy
is both a poignant love story and a joyous celebration of
the excitement, glamour and sparkling humour of the
era of silent movies.
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★★★★ ‘A SLICK AND STYLISH SHOW’ EVENING STANDARD
MUSIC & LYRICS BY
JERRY HERMANBOOK BY
MICHAEL STEWARTBOOK REVISED BY
FRANCINE PASCALDIRECTOR
JONATHAN CHURCH
WED 25 - SUN 29 NOV Wed - Sun eves 8pm
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He’s walked on water, levitated above the Shard, walked
down the LA Times Building, predicted the World Cup
outcome and taken a trip on the side of a bus but Dynamo
now announces his biggest challenge to date as the
renowned street magician takes to the stage as he
embarks on his first ever live tour.
Following the announcement of his last ever series of
Dynamo: Magician Impossible for Watch, Dynamo delights
fans who, for the first time, have the opportunity to see his
magic skills up close and personal in what promises to be
a spectacular and unique live stage production.
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Get ready for the ride of your life as the ultimate party,
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert The Musical, returns to
Edinburgh for three weeks only this Christmas
starring Jason Donovan as Tick!
Based on the movie, the feel-good West End & Broadway
smash-hit Priscilla is the heart-warming, uplifting adventure of
three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for
love and friendship and end up finding more than they could have
ever dreamed of. With a dazzling array of outrageous costumes
and a hit parade of dance floor classics including I Will Survive,
Hot Stuff, Finally, Boogie Wonderland, Go West, Girls Just Wanna
Have Fun and I Love The Nightlife, this wildly fresh and funny
hit musical will take you on a journey to the heart of fabulous
this Christmas! Rush to get your tickets today!
Priscilla is
‘HUGELY ENTERTAINING - INSANELY GLITZY’DAILY TELEGRAPH
★★★★‘THE BEST FEEL-GOOD SHOW SINCE MAMMA MIA! ’
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One of the greatest musicals of all time returns to the stage
in a magnificent new production to enchant and enthral
the young and the young at heart.
Based on Baroness Maria von Trapp’s 1949 autobiography,
this wonderfully lavish new staging of The Sound Of Music tells
the true story of the world-famous singing family, from their
romantic beginnings and search for happiness, to their thrilling
escape to freedom as their beloved Austria becomes part
of the Third Reich at the start of WWll.
‘A STUNNING PRODUCTION. FABULOUS FROM BEGINNING TO END. DESERVES TO BE ONE
OF YOUR FAVOURITE THINGS’ DAILY ECHO
BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
Suggested by ’The Trapp Family Singers’ by Maria Augusta Trapp.
Presented by special arrangement with R&H Theatricals Europe www.rnh.com.
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MUSIC BY
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LYRICS BY
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THE PERFECT TREAT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
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★★★★★ ‘A REAL JOY’
THE STAGE
★★★★★ ‘BRILLIANT’
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THE PERFECT TREAT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY ‘SUMPTUOUS COSTUMES AND SUPERB PERFORMANCES’ HULL DAILY MAIL
The Snow MaidenBased on a traditional folk-tale, set in the snow covered landscape
of rural Russia, this seasonal sparkler follows the Snow Maiden as
she dances into the human world.
GiselleThe most poignant of all classical ballets is filled with dramatic
passion in a chilling and heart-rending tale of love, treachery
and forgiveness from beyond the grave.
Sleeping BeautyEvery child’s favourite fairy tale, this is the classic story of love and
innocence, mystery and magic set to Tchaikovsky’s sublime score.
Swan LakeThe greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by
Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score. From the
impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake
where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of
tragic romance has it all.
The NutcrackerThis most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night
falls on Christmas Eve. When midnight strikes we are swept away
to a fairy-tale world where nothing is quite as it seems.
RAYMOND GUBBAY PRESENTS
‘THE SCENERY TURNED THE STAGE INTO A WINTER WONDERLAND’ SOUTH WALES ARGUS ON THE NUTCRACKER
‘THE PRODUCTION IS A TRIUMPH’PLYMOUTH HERALD ON SWAN LAKE
The Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia
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Swan Lake Thu - Sat eves 7.30pm
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THE MUSICAL FOR ALL TIME
‘GRITTY, GRIPPING, SUPERB’MAIL ON SUNDAY
Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the
captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth,
grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet
again with fateful consequences.
Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi
award-winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright’s production
surpassed 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of
only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been
affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’,
as inevitably it ‘BRINGS THE AUDIENCE CHEERING TO ITS FEET AND ROARING ITS APPROVAL’ (THE DAILY MAIL).
The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe
and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.
BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
THEIR LIVES WERE WORLDS APART...
...THEIR DESTINY
JOINED THEM
TOGETHER
BEST MUSICAL ALL AWARDS
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BEST MUSICAL ALL AWARDS
THE AWARD-WINNING MUSICAL
MON 22 - SAT 27 FEB Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
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‘A BIG, BOUNCY BOUFFANT OF A MUSICAL’
LEICESTER MERCURY
The smash hit musical comedy Hairspray is touring the UK
with a brand new production that is guaranteed to have you
dancing the night away!
It’s Baltimore, 1962 where Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair
and an even bigger heart, is on a mission to follow her dreams and
dance her way onto national TV. Tracy’s audition makes her a local
star and soon she is using her new found fame to fight for equality,
bagging local heartthrob Link Larkin along the way!
Don’t miss this all star cast in an irresistible feel good show that
will have you smiling for days, let your hair down and book now!
‘FULL OF JOY’MUSICAL THEATRE REVIEW
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THE LONDON PALLADIUM’S ALL-TIME RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMER
BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
‘HE REMAINS A VERY GREAT STAR’DAILY EXPRESS
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It’s been seventy years since Glenn Miller disappeared as he
flew to Paris to entertain the troops during WWII. Did he crash?
Was he shot down? Will the mystery ever be solved? Brought to
the stage for the first time in a new musical spectacular, is the life,
fame and vanishing of America’s most famous big band leader.
Music legend Tommy Steele, Britain’s first rock ‘n’ roll icon who
became our greatest ever song and dance man, commands the stage
as only a very great star can in this extraordinary tale, featuring
a spectacular 16 piece orchestra plus a full supporting company of
sensational performers and dazzling choreography. Tommy’s
legendary career boasts countless hit singles, Hollywood movies
and award-winning stage musicals such as Half a Sixpence,
Hans Andersen and Singin’ in the Rain at the London Palladium,
where he was recently honoured with a prestigious plaque
celebrating the fact that he remains the theatre’s most
successful ever star.
BRITAIN’S GREATEST SONG AND DANCE MAN RETURNS IN A WONDERFUL NEW MUSICAL!FEATURING A SPECTACULAR
16 PIECE ORCHESTRA PLUS SENSATIONAL PERFORMERS & DAZZLING CHOREOGRAPHY
PLAYING THE BIG BAND ERA HITS
IN THE MOODTHE VERY THOUGHT OF YOUMOONLIGHT SERENADETUXEDO JUNCTIONCHATTANOOGA CHOO CHOOAND MANY, MANY MORE
DIRECTED BY BOB TOMSON ANDBILL KENWRIGHTCHOREOGRAPHED BY OLIVIER AWARD WINNERBILL DEAMER
THE LONDON PALLADIUM’S ALL-TIME RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMER
TUE 26 JAN - SAT 30 JAN Tues - Sat 7.30pm Wed & Sat Mat 2.30pm
SENIOR SPECIAL £25 seats Wed mat (A &B)
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OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS ELLEN KENT’S OPERA FESTIVAL
BIZET CARMENWith an impressive horse show - this dazzling production features
Bizet’s unforgettable melodies including The Toreador’s Song.
The brand new set reflects the stunning architecture of Seville
and its main square with Roman and Moorish influences.
Features a local rescue donkey.
‘IMPASSIONED AND SULTRY’ THE OBSERVER
PUCCINI TOSCASet against the beautiful backdrop of Rome, featuring a boys’ choir
with a choir boy solo, this most popular of operas is sure to delight
with its tender, moving arias Vissi d’arte and E Lucevan le Stelle.
‘TOSCA LIVED UP TO ALL MY HOPES AND EXPECTATIONS’ IRISH EXAMINER
JOHANN STRAUSS DIE FLEDERMAUSEllen Kent’s Die Fledermaus returns after its world premiere
in 2006. This unique version includes a mystery celebrity guest.
Die Fledermaus will be sung in English with a translation by
Ellen Kent - do not miss!
‘A DELIGHTFUL ENTERTAINING EVENING AS LIGHT AS ANY CHAMPAGNE BUBBLE’ THE STAGE
Carmen Sung in French with English surtitles, Tosca Sung in Italian with English surtitles,Die Fledermaus Sung in English with English surtitles.
HISTORY WITH THE NASTY BITS LEFT IN!
We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is
dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories Live
On Stage. Using actors and 3D special effects, these two world
premieres are guaranteed to thrill you and your children.
Historical figures and events will come alive on stage
and hover at your fingertips!
GROOVY GREEKS From savage Sparta to angry Athens, discover the truth about
growing up in Greece. Take on the Trojans and pummel the Persians!
Compete in the first ever Olympic Games and appear in the very
first play. Meet your match with the Minotaur and
be zapped by Zeus!
INCREDIBLE INVADERS
The Celts are crunched when the Ruthless Romans invade Britain.
Can crazy Caratacus save the nation? Hide behind Hadrian’s Wall.
See the Savage Saxons smash their way in. Find out who’s at Sutton
Hoo. Will you survive the Vicious Vikings as they sail into the
audience? Stop King Alfred burning his buns!
WED 23 - SAT 26 MAR Groovy Greeks Wed 2pm, Thu 7pm, Fri 2pm, Sat 10.30am Incredible Invaders Wed 7pm, Thu 2pm, Sat 2.30pm
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SCHOOLS £8 tickets plus 1 free teacher with every 10 pupils (book both shows and receive 20% off each ticket)
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HAIRSPRAY Groups 10+ £7.50 off Mon - Thu
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Groups 10+ £7.50 off top price Fri 5.30pm
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IT’S TIME TO RE-START THE PARTY!
SHOW IN TOWN
HHHHH STILL THE SEXIEST &
FUNNIESTEVENING STANDARD
RICHARD O’BRIEN’S
DIRECTED BY CHRISTOPHER LUSCOMBE
Following a record-breaking worldwide tour
Richard O’Brien’s classic is ready to thrill you once again
with its frothy fun and naughty moments!
Bursting at the seams with timeless classics, including Sweet
Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic-thrusting
Time Warp, Richard O’Brien’s Rocky Horror Show is a non-stop
party! This is the boldest bash of them all, so sharpen those
stilettos and get ready for the biggest bash in town!
Be warned, this show has rude parts!
DON’T DREAM IT BE IT!
THE WORLD’S FAVOURITE ROCK N ROLL MUSICAL
IT’S TIME TO RE-START THE PARTY!
DIANA VICKERS
(Little Voice, X Factor) AS JANET
BEN FREEMAN (Wicked, Emmerdale) AS BRAD
AND
PAUL CATTERMOLE
(S Club 7) AS EDDIE/DR SCOTT
SHOW IN TOWN
HHHHH STILL THE SEXIEST &
FUNNIESTEVENING STANDARD
MON 28 MAR - SAT 2 APR Mon - Thu eves 8pm Fri & Sat 5.30pm & 8.30pm
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THU 7 - SAT 9 APR Thu - Sat eves 7.30pm Sat mat 2.30pm
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★★★★★ SUNDAY EXPRESS ON MIDNIGHT TANGO
★★★★ ‘STAR PRESENCE AND POISE DANCED WITH EXUBERANT DELIGHT’THE INDEPENDENT ON MIDNIGHT TANGO
THE NATION’S STRICTLY COME DANCING STARS IN THEIR ULTIMATE FAREWELL SHOW
Fresh from their sell-out hit shows Midnight Tango and
Dance ’Til Dawn, Strictly superstars Vincent Simone & Flavia
Cacace have created their most moving production yet as
they prepare to dance in their final ever theatre tour.
Twenty years of dancing together has seen them become
Strictly Come Dancing favourites, World Dance title-holders,
create and star in their own West End productions - but now
it is finally time for the nation’s best loved Argentine Tango
Champions to say goodbye to the stage in a thrilling, new,
live performance.
Don’t miss your last chance to see this beautiful couple do
what they do best live, in an intimate, passionate and
explosive experience - it’s time for The Last Tango.
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DIRECT FROM THE WEST END
Direct from the Savoy Theatre in London’s West End, this
highly-acclaimed and ‘EXHILARATING’ (THE GUARDIAN)
production hailed as ‘THE GREATEST GOLDEN-AGE MUSICAL OF THEM ALL’ (TIMES) heads to Edinburgh.
The sizzling New York tale of gamblers, gangsters and nightclub
singers will leave you ‘WALKING ON AIR’ (DAILY TELEGRAPH)
with a glorious evening featuring some of Broadway’s greatest
show-stopping tunes, including Luck be a Lady, Sit Down You’re
Rockin’ the Boat and My Time of Day. With dazzling choreography
by world-renowned Cuban ballet star Carlos Acosta and Andrew
Wright (Singin’ In the Rain and Barnum), and direction from New
York’s Gordon Greenberg, whose ‘PRODUCTION LEAVES THE WHOLE AUDIENCE PURRING WITH PLEASURE’ (TIMES)
Don’t leave it to lady luck! Guys and Dolls plays at the Edinburgh
Playhouse from Tuesday 12 April for 7 performances only.
So don’t lose out. Book now!
TUE 12 - SAT 16 APR Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
EARLY BOOKING OFFER £29.50 on Tue 12 Apr if booked and paid for by Sun 1 Nov
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THE HIT WEST END AND BROADWAY SHOW!
MON 18 - SAT 23 APR Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
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The International hit show that celebrates the music of
The Beatles is coming to Edinburgh!
Seen by over 1-million people worldwide, Let It Be has established
itself as one of the West End’s most popular shows and continues to
delight audiences across the globe, having recently performed
to audiences in Germany, Japan, Moscow and France.
Let It Be showcases the music of the world’s most successful
rock ‘n’ roll band, in a spectacular concert charting the band’s
meteoric rise from their humble beginnings in Liverpool’s
Cavern Club, through the height of Beatlemania, to their
later studio masterpieces.
The show is packed with over forty of The Beatles’ greatest hits
including: Twist and Shout, She Loves You and Drive My Car, as well
as global mega-hits Yesterday, Hey Jude, Come Together and,
of course, Let It Be.
Travel back to the magical sixties when all you needed was love,
and a little help from your friends!
The music defined a generation, captured the hearts and
ideals of millions, and now you can relive it as Let It Be
comes to Edinburgh.
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CELEBRATE COMMUNITY DANCE
Go Dance 16 is in development at the Edinburgh Playhouse
and aims to celebrate excellence in Community Dance.
Designed to showcase a range of styles and talent from
amateur and professional backgrounds, everybody should
feel inspired to perform on the famous Playhouse stage.
BE PART OF GO DANCE 16!If your dance, community, social or school group
are interested in participating in this festival
please contact Sarah Jane Dooley by email
or 0131 524 3311 for more information.
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DATES Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
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BOOKED FOR A MATINEE?
Presenting Afternoon Tea in
The Boards - the icing on the cake
to any matinee visit! Not to be missed
by couples, families, ladies who lunch
or the discerning gentleman.
Afternoon Tea includes a selection
of delicate sandwiches, teacup of crisps,
freshly baked scones with clotted cream
and jam, speciality tea or coffee and a
delightful smattering of cakes.
£15 per person
Groups rate (10+) £10 per person
ATG Theatre Card Members
£10 per person
SPARKLING AFTERNOON TEA
SPECIAL OFFER INCLUDES A GLASS OF PINK FIZZ FOR £20!
WELCOME TO
DINE AT THE HEART OF SCOTLAND’S BROADWAYOPEN TWO HOURS PRIOR TO CURTAIN UP TO ALL TICKET HOLDERS
RELAX IN THE PLUSH SURROUNDINGS OF OUR COSY PIANO BAR OR ENJOY PRE-SHOW DINNER IN OUR RESTAURANT SAFE IN THE KNOWLEDGE THAT YOU’RE ONLY SECONDS AWAY FROM EXPERIENCING REAL THEATRE MAGIC. FULL MENU AND BAR SNACKS AVAILABLE
Make a reservation in the restaurant or
book a pre-show sofa for drinks by calling
0131 524 3301 (Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm) or
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The Boards is located on the balcony level of the theatre,
25 steps above street level. If you have any access requirements
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WELCOME TO
SET MENU Two Course Set Menu £13.50
Three Course Set Menu £16.50
OVERTUREBaby Beetroot, Goats Cheese
and Spinach Leaf Salad (v)
Coconut Breaded King Prawns
Highland Vegetable Soup
SHOWTIMEMexican Style Chicken
Chef Recommends:
Broadway Cheeseburger
by Crombie’s of Edinburgh
Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini (v)
ENCORERed Velvet Chocolate
Fudge Cake with Raspberry Coulis
Manhattan Cheesecake
Photograph by Stephen CarterSample Menu
RAISE THE CURTAIN ON OUR BACKSTAGE
TOURS LED BY THE REAL CHARACTERS
OF OUR STUNNING THEATRE INCLUDING
AN ADVENTURE INTO ALL THE NOOKS
AND CRANNIES PLUS A SMATTERING
OF HISTORY, COMEDY, GOSSIP
AND GHOST STORIES!
*Transaction fee applies. Tour routes are subject to change and availability.
Tours involve a number of stairs. If you have any access requirements
please call 0131 524 3301 before booking.
Unique opportunity to adventure behind the scenes
featuring all the sights, sounds and smells of a
working theatre.
Learn about the fantastic team of people who lurk
behind the stage door and understand more about
the little thing called show business.
Perfect for all ages. Resource packs available for
school trips!
Be prepared for some exercise – the route
contains a lot of steps around the labyrinth
of back corridors.
Reward yourself with post-tour lunch in The Boards
Restaurant (2 course buffet style with a choice of
hot/cold dishes).
Tours begin at 10.30am and last approx.
90 minutes. Full list of dates available on the
website. For bespoke dates/tours please call
Sarah Jane Dooley, Development Manager
directly on 0131 524 3311 or email
PRICES from £12.50
**BEST VALUE** £17.50
Theatre Tour & 2 Course Lunch included!
ATG Card holders and concessions available
TO BOOK Call 0844 871 3014,
www.atgtickets.com/edinburgh or
in person at the Box Office.
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STARRING
ELAINE C SMITH‘A CRACKING NEW PRODUCTION’ (NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE)
of Annie, the world’s favourite family musical, comes to Edinburgh
for 1 week only, starring acclaimed actress, comedienne and panto
star; Elaine C Smith (Rab C Nesbitt, Burdz Eye View) as the
tyrannical Miss Hannigan!
Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave
young Annie is forced to live a life of misery and torment at Miss
Hannigan’s orphanage. Determined to find her real parents, her luck
changes when she is chosen to spend Christmas at the residence of
famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Spiteful Miss Hannigan has
other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search.
With its award-winning book and score, this stunning musical
‘PULLS OUT ALL THE STOPS’ (NORTHERN ECHO) and includes
the unforgettable songs Hard Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need
Anything But You and Tomorrow. ‘A SHOW NO ONE SHOULD MISS’ (DAILY POST).
YOU CAN BET YOUR BOTTOM DOLLAR THAT YOU’LL LOVE IT!
MON 16 - SAT 21 MAY Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
FAMILY TICKET£5 off per ticket, Mon - Thu (A & B, up to 4 people)
SENIOR SPECIAL £25 Wed mat (A - C)
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Yvonne Morley, former Head of
Voice at LAMDA and vocal coach
for critically acclaimed National
Theatre productions of The
Curious Incident of The Dog In The
Night Time and War Horse, this
workshop is suitable for anyone
wanting to hone their voice and
text work with a particular focus
on auditioning for drama school
and/or professional actor training.
TAP YOUR TROUBLES AWAY WORKSHOP SAT 14 NOV 10am - 1pm
£12 per person
Join a member of the Mack &
Mabel company for this exclusive
tap workshop focusing on the
famous Tap Your Troubles Away
number from Jerry Herman’s
Tony-winning musical. Suitable for
anyone with a general level of tap
dance ability. Why not complete
your day by adding a ticket to the
matinee performance and
pre-show lunch in The Boards?
In partnership with DanceBase
For more information or to book a
place on either workshop please
contact: edinburghcreative@
theambassadors.com
With over 3000 seats,
Edinburgh Playhouse is the
largest seated theatre in the
UK and yet we remain rooted
in the heart of our vibrant
community. We celebrated our
85th birthday by launching
our Creative Learning
programme in October, when
20 participants attended our
hugely successful musical
theatre workshop hosted
by West End leading man
Oliver Tompsett.
EDINBURGH PLAYHOUSE COMMUNITY CHOIR
Goals: • Improved confidence
• Improved self esteem
• A sense of achievement
• Increased creativity
• Improved musicality and
vocal technique
AUTUMN TERM DATES
Fri 17 Jul - Fri 18 Sep, 1 - 2.30pm
WINTER TERM DATES
Fri 16 Oct – Fri 18 Dec, 1 - 2.30pm
Established in January 2015, the
Edinburgh Playhouse Community
Choir has grown from strength to
strength with a core of over 50
members and lots of weekly drop
ins! Rehearsing most Fridays in
The Boards (located above the
CREATIVE LEARNING AT EDINBURGH PLAYHOUSE
main foyer of the Playhouse) and
led by our experienced Choir
Director, Gary Cameron, our
ladies and gents stretch their
vocal chords, delight in making
new friends and embrace new
music along the way.
The focus is always on fun so
there’s no need to audition and
you don’t need to be able to read
music. Over the past 6 months
we’ve covered Disney classics,
Simon & Garfunkel, musical
favourites, rock anthems and
Scottish ballads. For the winter
term we will be offering the
chance to sing as part of an
exclusive Christmas event in the
city centre. Plus there’s free tea
and coffee included in every
session! Whether you simply want
a relaxing lunch break from the
office or the incentive to try
something new, we want to hear
from you. Contact our
Development Manager,
sarahjanedooley@
theambassadors.com for
information on how to register,
fees and assisted places. Early
Registration Discounts apply and
weekly drop-ins are very welcome.
VOICE & TEXT WORKSHOP WITH YVONNE MORLEY FRI 23 OCT 10am - 1pm
£15 per person, The Boards
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BILL BAILEYMON 30 NOV 7.30pm
TICKETS FROM £26 £28.90 online/phone*
The gap between how we imagine our lives to be and
how they really are is the subject of Bill’s new show
Limboland. With his trademark intelligence and sharp
wit, he tells tales of finding himself in this halfway
place. From his countless global travels, he recounts
the hilarious saga of a disastrous family trip to
Norway to see the Northern Lights. He rails against
a world that doesn’t match up to our expectations
and contemplates the true nature of happiness.
THE MAGIC OF MOTOWNWED 2 DEC 7.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £3 off top price C G
TICKETS FROM £25.50 £28.40 online/phone*
Britain’s biggest Motown spectacular returns with
an all-new, all-star show. Featuring the music of the Four Tops, Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder and more. Five-star performances revive over 36 back-to-back massive hits with all the dazzling dance moves and glittering costume changes of the original artistes. www.easytheatres.com
GLITZ, BLITZ & 70s HITZ STARRING SWEETTUE 1 DEC 7.30pm
TICKETS FROM £28 £30.90 online/phone*
Legendary British Rock Band Sweet announce
their last ever UK Tour! Three of the greatest, most
exuberant, live bands of the seventies team up
for Glitz, Blitz & 70s Hitz! Sweet the rock music
phenomena known for their hit Blockbuster join forces
with Mud 2 and very special guests The Rubettes
(featuring Alan Williams) are best known for their
hit Sugar Baby Love for a night of glam rock magic.
BEYOND THE BARRICADETHU 3 DEC 7.30pm
TICKETS ONLY £20.50 £22.40 online/phone* C
Beyond the Barricade has delighted audiences
for more than a decade, with its exciting concert
portrayal of the greatest songs in musical theatre,
all performed totally live! Recreating original
West End/Broadway musical hit songs with
amazing authenticity.
SO THIS IS CHRISTMAS!THU 10 DEC 7.30pm TICKETS FROM £16 £17.90 online/phone* C G
Join the talented cast and band at the best yuletide party in
town, full of cheer, glitter, magic and sparkle! Fun for all the family,
So This Is Christmas! features two hours of seasonal classics that
will make the most dedicated Scrooge Wish It Could be Christmas
Every Day and end up Rockin’ around the Christmas Tree!
VAMPIRES ROCK GHOST TRAINSUN 17 JAN 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off
TICKETS FROM £26.75 £29.65 online/phone* C G
After 12 years and over a million tickets sold, Steve Steinman returns
as Barron Von Rockula in the all new Vampires Rock saga, The Ghost
Train. Along with Steve Steinman a full cast of superb singers, dancers
and a formidable band blast their way through some of the greatest
ever classic rock anthems.
PHIL McINTYRE ENTERTAINMENTS PROUDLY PRESENTS
25 YEARS OF REEVES AND MORTIMER SUN 31 JAN 7.30pm
TICKETS FROM £30.75 £33.65 online/phone*
25 Years of Reeves and Mortimer: The Poignant Moments will be
a celebration of the first 25 years of their professional collaboration
from Vic Reeves Big Night Out (Channel 4 1990) through Smell of
Reeves & Mortimer (BBC Two 1993/4), Bang, Bang It’s Reeves &
Mortimer (BBC Two 1999) and Shooting Stars (BBC Two 1999-2011).
BBC Two are currently transmitting the second series of their
sitcom House Of Fools.
As always with Vic and Bob there will be some up-lifting moments,
some musical moments, maybe some magic, several dancing
styles, some show of physical strength but always some
poignant moments.
HALFWAY TO PARADISE THE BILLY FURY STORYMON 7 MAR 7.30pm
EARLY BOOKING OFFER £1 off if booked and paid for by Thu 31 Dec
TICKETS ONLY £23.25 £26.15 online/phone* C G
Now in its 18th year and still furiously rockin’, his own band, Fury’s
Tornados, re-live Billy Fury’s timeless hits. Featuring the stunning Colin
Gold as Billy Fury the show is set to a giant nostalgic moving backdrop
of this wonderful era & includes personal movie footage of Billy.
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THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERSSAT 14 MAY 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off
TICKETS FROM £23 £25.90 online/phone* C G
The Chicago Blues Brothers are back with a brand new action-packed
show! Featuring the very best Blues, Motown, Soul & Comedy from both
Blues Brothers movies including classics from James Brown, Ray Charles,
Aretha Franklin, Otis Reading and more!
THE 80s INVASION TOUR 2016SUN 20 MAR 7.30pm
TICKETS FROM £30.75 £33.65 online/phone* C G
The 80’s Invasion Tour features Big Country, Midge Ure, Nick Heyward
& Curiosity Killed The Cat. With record sales of over 20 million, 200 gold,
platinum and silver discs and numerous awards between them they will
perform some of their biggest hits including Vienna, Wonderland, Take
That Situation and Name And Number.
THE ILLEGAL EAGLESTHU 12 MAY 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off
TICKETS FROM £23 £25.90 online/phone* C G
The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute continue to amaze crowds
everywhere. The Illegal Eagles’ ability to capture the emotion of
Henley’s vocal deliveries have won mass audience acclaim. Featuring
classics - Hotel California, Take It Easy, Take it to the Limit, Lyin’ Eyes
and many more!
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ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER AND DON BLACK’S WEST END AND BROADWAY HIT
TELL ME ON A SUNDAYMON 9 MAY 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off
TICKETS FROM £23.50 £26.40 online/phone* C G
Following her acclaimed performance in Calamity Jane, Jodie Prenger
steps into this iconic musical, with a wonderful original score, featuring
the chart-topping Take That Look Off Your Face and title track Tell Me
on a Sunday.
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We will always endeavour to meet individual needs. Our Venue Access Team are available Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm. For more information, details about applicable access rates or to book please call the Venue Access Team on 0131 524 3301 or email [email protected]
• Level access to the theatre is through the Main Entrance to Circle Level. Accessible toilet and bar located on Circle Level. The Stalls are located 40 steps from street level, the Balcony is located 25 steps up from street level. Please note that the Edinburgh Playhouse does not have a lift. The Circle Level is our easy access point and we would recommend booking in the Circle for any of our patrons with limited mobility.
• Up to 8 wheelchair spaces per
performance located in Row M
of the Circle. Call 0131 524 3301
for availability and to book.
• Sennheiser Infrared System
for the hearing impaired. To
obtain a headset please ask a
member of the Front of House
team on arrival.
• Guide Dogs welcome.
Please advise the theatre
when booking.
• Audio Brochures & Large Print
Brochures are available upon
request by calling 0131 524 3301.
Calls via Typetalk are
welcome, please dial
18001 0131 524 3301
www.atgtickets.com/access
ENHANCED PERFORMANCESThe Edinburgh Playhouse
regularly schedules sign
interpreted, audio described
and captioned performances
for certain shows.
CAPTIONED PERFORMANCES
DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS THU 17 SEP 7.30PM
THE BODYGUARD TUE 6 OCT 7.30PM
SHREK THE MUSICAL THU 29 OCT 7PM
MACK & MABEL TUE 17 NOV 7.30PM
SIGNED PERFORMANCES
DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS FRI 18 SEP 7.30PM
THE BODYGUARD THU 8 OCT 7.30PM (Auditorium left)
SHREK THE MUSICAL THU 5 NOV 7PM (Auditorium left)
AUDIO DESCRIBED
DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS SAT 19 SEP 7.30PM
THE BODYGUARD WED 7 OCT 7.30PM
SHREK THE MUSICAL WED 4 NOV 7PM
MACK & MABEL WED 18 NOV 7.30PM
To join our database for
upcoming enhanced
performances, please
call 0131 524 3301 or email
[email protected]. If you
require a headset for an audio
described performance please
advise our team when booking.
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WHERE WE AREThe Edinburgh Playhouse,
18 - 22 Greenside Place,
Edinburgh, EH1 3AA
ADMISSIONLatecomers may not be admitted
to the show until a suitable break
in the performance and, in some
instances, not until the interval.
The management reserves the
right to refuse admission or
remove disruptive customers
from the auditorium.
PARKINGWe have an exclusive offer for our
patrons at Q-Park Omni. Park for
5 hours for £7 when pre-booking
through atgtickets.com/
edinburgh and clicking the link to
‘Pre Theatre Dining and Parking’.
MAILING LISTIf you would like to be added
to our free mailing list to receive
details of forthcoming attractions,
send your name and address to:
The Edinburgh Playhouse,
18 - 22 Greenside Place,
Edinburgh, EH1 3AA.
Details can be emailed to
catherinegillespie@
theambassadors.com
RESTORATION FUNDUp to £1.50 of the ticket price
on most shows goes to The
Edinburgh Playhouse Restoration
Fund. This has recently funded
1,500 new seats throughout
the stalls to improve legroom
and comfort, upgrades to
existing toilet facilities and
refurbishment of Albert’s Bar
and the Director’s Box.
LOST PROPERTYShould you leave any items of
personal property in the theatre,
please call 0131 524 3333
Mon - Fri, 12noon - 5pm.
ONLINEwww.atgtickets.com/edinburgh Booking fees apply
BY PHONETelephone bookings 0844 871 3014 Mon - Sat, 9am - 10pm; Sun 10am - 8pm. Calls cost 7p per minute, plus your phone
company’s access charge. Booking fees apply.
IN PERSONBox Office, The Edinburgh Playhouse, 18 - 22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3AA
Visit the theatre’s Box Office. Open Mon - Sat, 12 noon - 6pm (8pm on performance days) NB: A 1% charge applies to certain events
when paying by credit/debit card.
(Booking fees may apply)
BY POSTPlease make cheques payable to ATG London, enclose SAE and send to the above address.
An additional surcharge may apply for certain events.
CONCESSIONS (subject to availability)
Shows with these symbols have the following concessions available:
C Seniors / Children / Students /
Registered Unemployed
G Groups of 10 or more
E Schools
F Family
Concessions may be restricted to certain price levels and performances and can be withdrawn by management without notice. Only one concession can be applied at any one time and proof of status is required.
EXCHANGE POLICYTickets are non refundable. However, at certain performances, tickets may be exchanged for a £2 charge for this service. Contact the Box Office for details.
PHOTOGRAPHYPhotography and the recording of events are strictly forbidden at all times.
BABES IN ARMS POLICYChildren under 5 will not be admitted to the venue except for family shows. Children (ages 18 months - 15 years inclusive) shall require their own ticket which shall be at full ticket price if no child concessions are available at the
time of booking. Babes in arms (children under 18 months) shall be admitted free of charge to those events they may attend (children’s shows and pantomimes only). To find out more about all our facilities for parents with children, or if you have a special request, please call 0131 524 3333.
GENERAL ENQUIRIESPlease call 0131 524 3333 between 12pm & 5pm, Mon - Fri.Prices are correct at the time of going to press,
however we reserve the right to change or
vary prices at any time, all discounts are
limited and subject to availability.
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