Theatre Brochure - Hertsmere Leisure
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Theatre Brochure - Hertsmere Leisure
SHOW DIARY SEPTEMBER Sun 4th Sept 7.30pm The Dreamers Fri 9th Sept 8pm The Bootleg Sixties Thurs 15th Sept 8pm Whitney – Queen of the Night Sat 17th Sept 8pm Elkie Brooks Sun 18th Sept 7.30pm Tenors Un Limited Thurs 22nd Sept 8pm Talon – Best of the Eagles Fri 23rd Sept 8pm Rich Hall Sat 24th Sept 8pm Magic of Motown Thurs 29th Sept 2pm Rolling Back the Years Thurs 29th Sept 8pm Judie Tzuke Fri 30th Sept 8pm The Johnny Cash Roadshow OCTOBER Sat 1st Oct 8pm The Counterfeit Stones Sun 2nd Oct 2pm Snow White Ballet Mon 3rd Oct 7.30pm That’ll Be The Day Tues 4th & Weds 5th Oct 7.30pm Romeo & Juliet Thurs 6th Oct 8pm The Dreamboys Fri 7th Oct 8pm Oh! Carol Sat 19th Nov 2pm Ultimate Fitness Model Show Sat 8th Oct 8pm Supreme Queen Tues 22nd Nov – Sat 26th Nov 7.30pm Sat Mat 2.30pm Evita Sun 9th Oct 8pm Unique Komedy Ukulele Orchestra Sun 27th Nov 2pm Rat Pack Show Sat 15th Oct 8pm Life & Music of Jim Reeves DECEMBER Tues 18th – Sat 22nd Oct 7.30pm Sat Mat 2.30pm Guys & Dolls Thurs 1st Dec 1.30pm Christmas Memories Sun 23rd Oct 2pm Swinging on Broadway Tues 25th Oct 2pm Magic & Mayhem Thurs 27th Oct 8pm The Elvis Years Thurs 1st Dec 8pm Moody Blues Fri 2nd Dec 7.30pm ABBA Merry Christmas Party Sat 3rd Dec 8pm Buddy Holly & The Cricketers Fri 28th Oct 8pm Ultimate Bowie Weds 14th Dec – Weds 4th Jan Dick Whittington Sat 29th Oct 8pm The Carpenters Story JANUARY NOVEMBER Thurs 19th Jan 8pm Ruby Wax – FRAZZLED Thurs 3rd Nov 8pm Jenny Éclair Tues 24th Jan – Sat 28th Jan 7.30pm Sat Mat 2.30pm Priscilla Queen of the Desert Fri 4th Nov 8pm Only Fools & Boycie Sat 5th Nov 8pm Michael Portillo Tues 8th Nov – Sat 12th Nov 7.30pm Sat Mat 2.30pm Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Sun 13th Nov 7.30pm Magical Mozart Fri 18th Nov 8pm Sally Morgan SEPTEMBER-FEBRUARY 2 0 1 7 FEBRUARY Weds 1st Feb - Sat 4th Feb 7.30pm Sat Mat 2.30pm Iolanthe Fri 10th Feb 8pm Soul Legends Thurs 16th Feb 8pm Henning Wehn SEE INSIDE FOR CINEMA LISTINGS OR CHECK OUR WEBSITE W W W.W Y L LYOT T S T H E AT R E .C O. U K | 0 1 7 0 7 6 4 5 0 0 5 DARKES LANE | POTTERS BAR | HERTS Last chance to see..... Star Trek Beyond (12A) Me Before You (12A) The Carer (15) Thurs 1st Sept Wed 7th Sept Mon 12th Sept Tues 13th Sept Wed 21st Sept 1pm Florence Foster Jenkins (PG) Thurs 1st Sept Fri 2nd Sept 3.45pm 1pm The Golden Years (12A) Fri 2nd Sept 1pm, 3.45pm, 7.30pm Based on the best-selling book by JoJo Moyes. A carer finds her new patient is a wealthy young banker left paralyzed from an accident two years earlier. Bring plenty of tissues. (110 mins) 3.45pm Jason Bourne (12A) 1pm 1pm, 3.45pm 1pm, 3.45pm, 7.30pm Retired legendary actor Sir Michael Gifford (Brian Cox) has one desire: be left alone. When aspiring actress Dorottya becomes his Carer life takes an unexpected turn. (99 mins) Absolutely Fabulous (15) Tues 6th Sept 1pm, 3.45pm, 7.30pm Sat 10th Sept Mon 12th Sept Tues 13th Sept Wed 14th Sept 7.30pm 3.45pm, 7.30pm 7.30pm 1pm, 3.45pm It's been 10 years since Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) walked away from the agency. Hoping to draw him out of the shadows, CIA director Robert Dewey assigns hacker and counter insurgency expert Heather Lee to find him. (123 mins) Elvis and Nixon (15) Up For Love (12A) David Brent – Life on The Road (15) Bridget Jones’s Baby (15) Mon 19th Sept Tues 20th Sept Wed 14th Sept Thurs 15th Sept Fri 16th Sept Thurs 22nd Sept Fri 23rd Sept Mon 26th Sept Tues 27th Sept Sun 2nd Oct Tues 25th Oct Wed 26th Oct Sun 30th Oct Wed 9th Nov Thurs 10th Nov 1pm, 3.45pm, 7.30pm 1pm, 3.45pm, 7.30pm On a December morning in 1970, the King of Rock 'n Roll showed up at the White House to request a meeting with President Nixon. The untold true story behind this revealing, yet humorous moment, stars Kevin Spacey and Michael Shannon. (96 mins) In this delightful romantic French comedy Diane has just put an end to a toxic marriage and is finally considering meeting someone new. But their first meeting is not quite what either of them expected… French with English subtitles CINEMA PRICES Adults £5.50 Concs £5.00 Children £4.80 7.30pm 1pm 1pm, 3.45pm 1pm 1pm 1pm 1pm, 3.45pm, 7.30pm 7.30pm A camera crew catches up with David Brent the former star of the fictional series ‘The Office’. David (Ricky Gervais) is now a rock star on the road…. (96 mins) 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 1pm, 3.45pm 1pm, 3.45pm Breaking up with Mark Darcy (Colin Firth) leaves Bridget Jones (Renée Zellweger) over 40 and single again. (121 mins) Not all films appear in our brochure as many are booked after the brochure is publicised. Join our e mailing list to receive a monthly film update. Coming Soon… The Girl On The Train & The Magnificent Seven SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 Pre-order an Interval Platter and enjoy Smoked Salmon Sandwiches, a selection of Mini Cakes, Fresh Fruit Salad & Tea or Coffee. Event Cinema All Operas have English subtitles. £6.50 per platter available at all event screenings. THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE NTLive Deep Blue Sea Importance of Being Ernest Turandot on Sydney Harbour Norma Fri 2nd Sep 7pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Thurs 8th Sep 1pm, 3.45pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Fri 16th Sep 7.30pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Mon 26th Sep 7.15pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Delayed live, Helen McCroy returns to The National in Terence Rattigan’s devastating masterpiece. Recorded screening, this much-loved play, stars David Suchet as Lady Bracknell. Don’t miss this incredible annual opera event with lavish sets, extraordinary costumes and a spectacular firework display from Sydney’s beautiful harbour. Live screening, Antonio Pappano conducts a wonderful cast led by Sonya Yoncheva, Joseph Calleja and Sonia Ganassi in a new production of Bellini’s operatic masterpiece. Running Time: 2hrs 30 mins inc interval Running Time: 2hrs 30 mins inc interval Running Time: 2hrs 15mins inc interval THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE Running Time: 3 hrs inc interval THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE Cosi Fan Tutte Anastasia Tales of Hoffman Sun 23rd Oct 7pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Nutcracker Ballet Weds 2nd Nov 7.15pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Tues 15th Nov 6.15pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Fri 16th Dec 7pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Delayed live, Mozart and Da Ponte use the theme of ‘fiancee swapping’, which dates back to the 13th century. Live screening, this ballet is based on the story of Anna Anderson who purported to be the Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna of Russia.MEAL PRE SHOW Live screening, based on Hoffman’s first love – a mechanical doll. Delayed live, this magical timeless ballet is the perfect Christmas treat. Running Time: 3 hrs 15 mins inc interval TUES 26TH NOV 6.45PM £11 PER HEAD Event Cinema Wyllyotts Pre Show Meal Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses THE ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY NTLive Our two course Pre Show Meal is now available before almost every Wyllyotts Theatre show on a Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening. Served an hour and a quarter before the performance, you will need to book in advance either through the Box Office or online. Cymbeline The Threepenny Opera (15) Mon 10th Oct 7pm Tues 11th Oct 7pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Tickets: £15, £13 concs Recorded screening. With echoes of Brexit and questions of national identity, Melly Still’s direction of Shakespeare’s rarely performed play feels surprisingly contemporary. Recorded screening. A darkly comic new take on Brecht and Weill’s raucous musical recorded from the stage of the National Theatre. Running Time: 3hrs 20 mins inc interval Running Time: 2hrs 40 mins inc interval THE ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY Our homemade menu changes every month. You will need to book your choice of main course at the time of booking, but you may choose your dessert on the day. Monthly menus will be detailed online or via Box Office. wyllyottstheatre.co.uk Box Office 01707 645005 Sample Menu Homemade Beef Meatballs in Tomato and Basil Sauce served with Pasta King Lear Weds 12th Oct 7pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Live screening. Antony Sher returns to play King Lear, one of the greatest parts written by Shakespeare. The production is directed by Artistic Director Gregory Doran. Running Time: 3hrs 30 mins inc interval Christmas with André Sun 18th Dec 7pm Tickets: £15, £13 concs Recorded screening. A festive celebration, featuring a 90 minute concert held at Wembley in 2015 and an exclusive tour of Maastricht's magical Christmas highlights, as well as Andre participating in a Q&A. Running Time: 2hrs 30 mins inc interval Homemade Fish Pie topped with Creamy Mash Goats Cheese and Onion Tart Served with Seasonal Vegetables Choice of Dessert THE DREAMERS WHITNEY – QUEEN OF THE NIGHT SUN 4TH SEPT 7.30PM THURS 15TH SEPT 8PM TICKETS: £18.00 | CONCS £17.00 FRI 9TH SEP 8PM TICKETS: £19.00 | CONCS £18.00 Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses The Bootleg Sixties brings its’ irresistible combination of the sights and sounds of pop music’s greatest decade back to the Wyllyotts. If you’ve seen the show before you’ll know you’re in for two hours of the very best music and images from the 1960s, all delivered by The Overtures, a group described by Sir Elton John as “ the best band of their kind in the world”...and if you haven’t, then don’t miss it this time! ELKIE BROOKS SAT 17TH SEPT 8PM TICKETS: £24.00 Elkie Brooks will be celebrating her 70th birthday with a UK tour. Now in the 5th decade of her career, she is still proving to be one of the most powerful and versatile vocal talents of our generation. With numerous hit singles, million selling albums and awards, her annual tours are treat for fans old and new. Performing some of her classic hits, blues and jazz, an electric evening with Elkie is guaranteed to leave you begging for more. Elkie is a stunning performer and whatever she does, she does it best live. Don't miss the chance to see a truly great artist in action. Two Courses TICKETS: £21.00 | CONCS £20.00 Alan Mosca and Bryan Byng have been members of the Dreamers for over 37 years. Their pedigree speaks for its self, having been part of Freddie and the Dreamers and members of the band that contained a true superstar of the Sixties Freddie Garrity. With their blend of vocals and musicianship The Dreamers continue to go from strength to strength. Listen out for 60s classics that will take you back to that great era! THE BOOTLEG SIXTIES Pre Show Meal £13 per head This award winning production features a stellar line-up with rising West End star Rebecca Freckleton delivering a powerhouse and breath taking performance as Whitney. Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hits that include: ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’; ‘One Moment in Time’; ‘I Will Always Love You’ and more. Beautiful staging, costumes and fantastic live music make this is a show not to miss. TENORS UN LIMITED – FROM VENICE TO VEGAS SUN 18TH SEPT 7.30PM TICKETS: £19.00 | CONCS £18.00 Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses Hear the best songs from the world’s Opera Houses, Broadway Theatres and Concert Halls as ‘the Rat Pack of Opera’ take you from ‘Venice to Vegas.’ This is the MUST SEE show of the year. Scott, Paul & Jem are excited to present their latest tour and will be joined by their musical director at the piano. Tenors Un Limited’s soaring vocals and lush harmonies combined with fun, personality and a sense of humour is the perfect recipe for a great night out. Accompanied by Potters Bar Community Choir and Young Etheldreda's Singers. SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 TALON – BEST OF THE EAGLES THURS 22ND SEPT 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £22.00 | CONCS £21.00 FRI 23RD SEPT 8PM TICKETS: £16.00 Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses THE REACH OUT® 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR SAT 24TH SEPT 8.00PM TICKETS: £24.00 | CONCS £23.00 After the sell-out success of the Songs and Stories 2015 tour, which saw Judie perform over 40 concerts around the country, she is back on the road performing these special acoustic concerts. This promises to be an intimate evening of old favourites and new songs and tales from across her life and career. Judie Tzuke is one of the UK's finest Singer/Songwriters and is known all over the world for her timeless song, 'Stay With Me Till Dawn', with many top 10 albums, including the revered classic, 'Welcome to the Cruise' and her exquisite live shows. Support Act 30 mins interval Judie 90 mins. ROLLING BACK THE YEARS THURS 29TH SEPT 2.00PM Pre Show Lunch £7 per head TICKETS: £13.00 The ultimate feel good show! Another sensational show from the producers of 'Memory Lane', ‘All our Yesterdays’, and ‘Memories are made of This’. It will take you on a musical journey through the 50's, 60's, and some of the brilliant sounds of the 1970's. Including songs by Buddy Holly, Cliff Richard, Frank Sinatra, Dolly Parton, The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Abba and many more. Beautifully costumed and choreographed for each decade, performed by 'West End' and international vocalists, along with the stunning 'Memory Lane' dancers. Based on the original show from 2012, with a host of new songs and costumes for 2016. Rich Hall’s critically acclaimed grouchy, deadpan style has established him as a master of absurdist irony and the king of rapid-fire wit. The award-winning Montana native renowned for his expertly crafted tirades and quick fire banter with audiences and delightful musical sequences saddles up and hitches his wagon to tour the British Isles once again. MAGIC OF MOTOWN THURS 29TH SEPT 8PM TICKETS: £20.00 THE COMPLETE HISTORY TOUR 2016 In 2016 Talon presents a brand-new production of their award winning ‘Best of The Eagles’. This stunning production is a show of two halves with the first half delivering a world class laid back vibe with an indepth look at the ‘early Eagles roots’ before visiting the brilliant ‘Hell Freezes Over’ and going right through to the critically acclaimed ‘Long Road Out of Eden’. The second half arrives in style with a complete change of mood and pace featuring those classic ‘Eagles Greatest Hits’ from their timeless back catalogue. Talon are a phenomenon and have truly transcended the tag of ‘tribute’. RICH HALL JUDIE TZUKE – SONGS AND STORIES Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses Join the party as this scintillating show celebrates its 10th birthday by honouring the 50th anniversary of chart-topping single 'Reach Out I’ll Be There'. All-new for 2016, it continues the legend of solid-gold artistes the Four Tops, Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more. Oozing with their style, sophistication and musical brilliance, more than 36 classics are revived by a huge cast amid a flurry of glittering costume changes, dazzling dance moves and superb musicianship. THE JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW FRI 30TH SEPT 8.00PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £20.00 | CONCS £19.00 The spirit of the Man in Black is alive and ‘kicking like a mule’ with an outstanding celebration of the iconic legend by the Carter/Cash endorsed by the Johnny Cash Roadshow. Clive John, captures the essence of Cash with exceptional style and confidence. His deep, distinctive vocals are spot on, evoking pure country magic with ‘Walk the Line’, ‘Folsom Prison Blues’ and ‘A Thing Called Love’. This is more than just a show, it’s a heart-warming story played out with genuine passion and a wonderful celebration of one of world’s greatest known artists. THE COUNTERFEIT STONES - 25 X 5 SAT 1ST OCT 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £22.00 | CONCS £21.00 The Counterfeit Stones celebrate their 25th anniversary in 2016 with yet another “Sham Rock” experience. Their skilfully mixed cocktail of classic hits, retro costume and humour continues to intoxicate young and old alike - 100% proof that a good shot always hits the target. This faking masterpiece, hilariously "mockumenting" the history of the Rolling Stones from 1962, will take you back if you were there; or make you wish you were, if you weren't. It's phony rock 'n' roll but a real bargain. SNOW WHITE BALLET SUN 2ND OCT 2PM TICKETS: £18.00 | CHILD £13.00 Experience the magic of ballet live on stage. Join Vienna Festival Ballet on a magical journey with their unmissable production of Snow White. Based on the traditional Grimm brothers’ story, this ballet incorporates all the important elements – a beautiful girl, an enchanted mirror, a poisoned apple. Hip-hopping dwarves help Snow White find her Prince Charming. This spellbinding ballet promises to entertain and dazzle the whole family. THAT’LL BE THE DAY MON 3RD OCT 7.30PM TICKETS: £24.00 After an incredible three decades of touring, the UK’s No.1 Rock and Roll variety production That’ll Be The Day returns with another brand new show! This year’s show features a fresh new line-up of sensational classic gold hits, spanning the 50’s through to the 70’s and 80’s, mixed as always, with even more hilarious comedy! Complete with stunning costumes and incredible LIVE music performances, we guarantee you’ll be on your feet and dancing in the aisles before the night is over. Welcome to the golden age of popular music…revived! www.thatllbetheday.com ROMEO & JULIET TUES 4TH & WEDS 5TH OCT 7.30PM TICKETS: £14.00 | CONCS £13.00 | STUDENTS £10.00 `My child is yet a stranger in the world She hath not seen the change of fourteen years. Let two more summers wither in their pride Ere we may think her ripe to be a bride.` Traffic of the Stage’s period production will show the colour and vitality of youth with its joyous intensity and passionate impulses. A controlling older generation undervalue the potency of youthful love and desire, and in seeking to control their children’s lives, they propel them into clandestine rebellion which has devastating consequences for all concerned. Set design Bryan Hands Direction Harry Meacher Costume Andrew McRobb THE DREAMBOYS 2016 TOUR THURS 6TH OCT 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £19.50 | GROUPS 10+ £18.50 The Dreamboys are back and hotter than ever with a brand new show and UK Tour for 2016. If you're looking for the very best girls night out in the UK, look no further than these incredible stripping hunks. An action packed two hours from start to finish, these boys will literally have you begging for more!!! “UK’S MOST FAMOUS MALE GLAMOUR SHOW” SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 OH! CAROL FRI 7TH OCT 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £18.00 | CONCS £17.00 SAT 8TH OCT 8PM SAT 15TH OCT 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £20.00 | CONCS £19.00 The song writing genius of Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield will go down in musical history as one of the most successful partnerships of all time. This show is packed full of hits such as: ‘Calendar Girl’; ‘Breaking Up Is Hard To Do’; ‘(Is This The Way To) Amarillo’; ‘Stupid Cupid’ and of course ‘Oh! Carol’. The wonderful vocal talents of Damion Scarcella and Belinda Woolaston, backed by their band, take to the stage to bring you two hours’ worth of songs and the stories behind them. SUPREME QUEEN LIFE & MUSIC OF JIM REEVES Pre Show Meal £13 per head Al Grant presents a unique insight into the legendary singer Jim Reeves. Al will perform hit songs including: 'I Love You Because'; 'He’ll Have To Go'; 'Adios Amigo'; 'Distant Drums'; 'Danny Boy'; 'You are The Only Good Thing'; 'I Won’t Forget You'; 'It Hurts So Much'; 'Moonlight & Roses' and of course, 'Welcome To My World' and many others. With narration of Jim's life together with video screen footage this will be a unique evening of Songs and Story. Special guest on the night will be renowned singer/songwriter Isla Grant. Two Courses TICKETS: £20.00 | CHILD £19.00 Supreme Queen have been paying homage to the world’s most theatrical and dramatic rock band since 1995. Front man, Scott Maley plays an uncannily realistic ‘Freddy’ with just the right look, stage persona and, most importantly of all, the most incredibly powerful voice! Featuring an enormously talented band including Nathan Mathers who brings all the electric guitar virtuosity required to play a very convincing Brian May, their attention to detail is truly impressive. UNIQUE KOMEDY UKULELE ORCHESTRA SUN 9TH OCT 8PM TICKETS: £22.00 Is it possible to create a show that brilliantly combines music from Mozart to Monty Python, Bach to the Beatles, Chick Corea to Rossini? This unusual 'orchestra' wows the public with its quirky show. In the repertoire are contrasting pieces from classical to rock, from oldies to current hits and even long-forgotten treasures to those pieces one prefers to forget. All put together with very British humour and some surprising interjections GUYS & DOLLS TUES 18TH – SAT 22ND OCT 7.30PM SAT MAT 2.30PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £15.00 - £18.00 The award-winning ELODS presents this favourite of all classic musicals. Guys and Dolls is simply class from start to finish. Wonderful music combines with the heart-warming and hilarious tale of sharp-dressed, dice-playing hoodlums, pursued by well-meaning Salvation Army missionaries wanting to save their souls. Songs include many favourites: 'Luck be a Lady Tonight'; 'Sit Down You're Rockin The Boat'; 'The Guys Only Doing it for Some Doll'; 'I Got the Horse Right Here' and 'A Person can Develop a Cold'. A non-professional production by ELODS SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 SWINGING ON BROADWAY SUN 23RD OCT 2PM TICKETS: £21.00 | CONCS £20.00 Afternoon Tea. 4.30pm £5.50 per head TICKETS: £4.00 THURS 27TH OCT 8PM TICKETS: £20.00 | CONCS £19.00 Antiques & Collectors Fairs FRI 28TH OCT 8PM TICKETS: £17.50 Nine Lives (PG) Weds 26th Oct 1.30pm Thurs 27th Oct 11am Fri 28th Oct 11am BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 Sun 11th Sept, Sun 9th Oct, Sun 13th Nov, Sun 8th Jan, Sun 12th Feb 10am – 4pm Admission on door: Adult £2.00 Concessions £1.50 Penny Farthing Fayres presents a quality range of 70 stalls including: porcelain, jewellery, linen, glass and much more. All enquiries: 01702 410171 Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses With a top line-up of actor-musicians, multiple costume changes and nostalgic film footage, this glittering two-hour production charts the musical and emotional highs and lows of Elvis’ amazing journey from poor truck-driving teenager from Tupelo, Mississippi through the army, Hollywood and finally the legendary Las Vegas concerts. Taking in all the biggest hits including: ‘Always On My Mind’; ‘That’s Alright Mama’; ‘All Shook Up’; as well as Hollywood favourites Bossa Nova Baby and Viva Las Vegas, you will leave the building on cloud 9!! ULTIMATE BOWIE Weds 26th Oct 11am Thurs 27th Oct 1.30pm Finding Dory (U) TICKETS: £10.00 | CHILD £8.00 | FAMILY OF 4 TICKET £34.00 THE ELVIS YEARS Pete's Dragon (PG) Weds 26th Oct 3.45pm TUES 25TH OCT 2PM Prepare to be amazed this half term as a brand new show comes to the Wyllyotts Theatre, brought to you by Watford Association of Magicians. Bring the whole family along to enjoy an afternoon filled with spectacular magic, a riot of comedy, breath-taking illusions and lots of audience participation. Featuring an award winning, dynamic cast including some of the UK’s top family entertainers; Andy Clockwise, Mr Belldini, Carl & Dave, Ian Manly, Illusive and more. Book your tickets before they all disappear! Join the 16 piece, all-star Len Phillips Big Band, plus singers Matthew Ford and Eleanor Keenan for an afternoon of hit show soundtracks. Songs from Top Hat, Guys & Dolls, West Side Story, The Rat Pack, Carousel, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Showboat, High Society and Chicago all given the big band treatment courtesy of Count Basie, Stan Kenton, Ted Heath, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Buddy Rich. HALF TERM FILMS MAGIC & MAYHEM Paying tribute to the work of this global super-star, in a show that is visually stunning and vocally impressive. Ed Blaney takes the spotlight and leads an eight-piece band that takes you from David Bowie’s early years with hits such as ‘Starman’, through his remarkable career to songs like ‘Let’s Dance’, ‘China Girl’ and many more. The band is not called Ultimate Bowie for nothing – This show captures the essence and authenticity of David Bowie in concert! Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses THE CARPENTERS STORY SAT 29TH OCT 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £22.50 | CONCS £21.50 THURS 3RD NOV 8PM TICKETS: £17.50 FRI 4TH NOV 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £16.00 The award-winning Carpenters Story celebrates the music of one of the most successful pop duos in music history, Richard & Karen Carpenter. Acclaimed international star Claire Furley remains unsurpassed in her uncanny representation of Karen Carpenter. Her stunning vocal harmonies, combined with state of the art video projection and lavish musical arrangements, will take you on an incredible journey through the uniqueness that truly was The Carpenters. Featuring all the timeless hits including: ‘(They Long to Be) Close To You’; ‘We’ve Only Just Begun’; ‘Superstar’; ‘Yesterday Once More’; ‘Top of the World’; ‘Please Mr Postman’ and many more! HOW TO BE A MIDDLE AGED WOMAN: JENNY ÉCLAIR ONLY FOOLS & BOYCIE Enjoy an intimate evening with John Challis, one of the nation's great comedy actors, best known as Boycie in BBC1's Only Fools and Horses. In this one-off show the national treasure will reveal secrets from the set with stories and anecdotes from his dazzling career. The show will also celebrate the launch of the second volume of Challis' autobiography, Being Boycie and Mr Challis will sign copies during the interval and after his performance during a meet 'n' greet. MICHAEL PORTILLO “LIFE: A GAME OF TWO HALVES” SAT 5TH NOV 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £16.00 Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses Professional grumpy old woman, Splash survivor, amateur soup maker, and novice knitter Jenny Eclair has extended her hit tour into the autumn. Jenny is younger than Madonna, but eats crisps and likes wine. Semi–bearded and suffering from outbreaks of gout and hysteria, Eclair puts middle age under the microscope and decides whether to laugh, cry or buy a dachshund! You are most welcome to join her, just button your cardi up properly and wipe that lipstick off your teeth SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 It took Michael Portillo little more than 10 years to get a seat in the Commons and then rise in power and esteem to a point where he was a favoured leader of his party and possible future Prime Minister. A historian at heart, he has used a Victorian railway guide to take millions of viewers on a historical voyage of discovery throughout the UK, Ireland and indeed most of Europe. Listen to his extraordinary story and then feel free to question him about it. DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS TUES 8TH NOV – SAT 12TH NOV 7.30PM SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £17 TO £19 (CONCS AVAILABLE) ONLY FROM THE GREEN ROOM BOX OFFICE 07531 122206 OR [email protected] Based on the classic comedy film, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a musical tale of decadence and deception on the glamorous French Riviera, where a debonair English con man, masquerading as a prince, seduces unattached ladies and persuades them to part with their cash. All is going well until a rival con man arrives in town, threatening his lucrative pitch. As the two try to outwit each other, they soon discover that this French town isn’t big enough for the both of them. The resulting battle of cons will keep you laughing, humming and guessing to the end! A non-professional production by Green Room MAGICAL MOZART ULTIMATE FITNESS MODEL SHOW SUN 13TH NOV 7.30PM SAT 19TH NOV 2PM TICKETS: £17.00 | CONCS £16.00 TICKETS: £22.50 from the producers of “A Viennese Strauss gala” From the producers of A Viennese Strauss Gala, this sumptuous fully costumed show immerses us in the wonderful music and the classical baroque world of one of the world’s greatest romantic composers- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. With beautiful settings, costumes and lighting the European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past. A packed programme of classical music and song, which includes excerpts from the most memorable of Mozart’s operas, such as: The Magic Flute; The Marriage of Figaro; Cosi Fan Tutte and many more. Magical Mozart by Candlelight Judged by Abby Pell, Kirk Miller and Adam Parr Ultimate Fitness Model (UFM) events provide the new generation of fitness models a fresh new platform to compete on. Headed up by Renee Watters, Director of top UK fitness model agency Fit Body Promotions Ltd. Renee has a wealth of experience – from running an agency and knowing what clients are looking for when they employ models – and combines it with the fun of competing on stage. EVITA TUES 22ND NOV – SAT 26TH NOV 7.30PM SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £14 TO £18 ONLY AVAILABLE FROM PBTC BOX OFFICE TEL: 07985 542204 OR PBTC.TICKETSOURCE.CO.UK With “Spirit” The European Baroque Ensemble PSYCHIC SALLY - CALL ME PSYCHIC TOUR FRI 18TH NOV 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £25.00 The nation’s favourite psychic, Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her brand new and most jawdropping show yet - 'Call Me Psychic'. Funny, entertaining, sometimes heart breaking, often controversial; the show celebrates her 8th year on the road. Sally says “Every night when I’m on stage amazing things happen and it’s a privilege to be able to pass on messages of love and comfort to the people I share my gift with”. This is a fantastic and unique evening out not to be missed. The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment. SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 Potters Bar Theatre Company presents Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s multi-award winning Evita – the rags to riches story of Eva Péron, from her humble beginnings to dictator’s wife, Argentina’s ‘Queen of Hearts’ and global icon. Featuring familiar numbers such as: ‘Don’t Cry For Me Argentina’; ‘On This Night of a Thousand Stars’; You Must Love Me’ and ‘Another Suitcase in Another Hall’, this PBTC production is directed by John Hebden. A non-professional production by PBTC RAT PACK SHOW SUN 27TH NOV 2PM Afternoon Tea. 4.30pm £5.50 per head TICKETS: £21.00 | CONCS £20.00 David Alacey, Des Coleman and Paul Drakeley star as Frank, Sammy and Dean in the original Rat Pack show, now celebrating its 18th record breaking year. This is a fabulous show which brings the style and excitement of the Las Vegas heyday to vivid life. Including all the great hits – ‘My Way’, ‘Mr Bojangles’, ‘New York New York’, ‘Amore’,’ Come Fly With Me’! Ultimate Themed Events Ltd Proudly Presents CHRISTMAS MEMORIES THURS 1ST DEC 1.30PM TICKETS: Pre Show Xmas Meal £13 per head £13.00 THURS 1ST DEC 8PM TICKETS: £20.00 | CONCS £19.00 FRI 2ND DEC 7.30PM Pre Show Xmas Meal £13 per head TICKETS: £22.00 | CONCS £20.00 ONE-IN-TEN GO FREE Neil Sands and his brilliant West End cast are back with their 2016 Christmas production which is a truly spectacular mix of over 60 of your favourite Christmas songs and carols, 40 stunning costume changes and lots of good old fashioned festive fun. This unique atmosphere will warm your heart on the coldest winter’s day, taking you back to a time when Christmas really was the most wonderful time of the year. LEGEND OF A BAND - THE MOODY BLUES ABBA MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY Dancing Queens and Super Troupers – join the platform-pounding, flares-flappin’, jive-talkin’, disco-dazzlin’, boob-tubebustin’ ABBA Merry Christmas Party. . . Starring solid-gold ABBA hits Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, Waterloo and scores more. This worldwide hit concert show is now celebrating its 20th sequin-spangled year. So come and join the fun as the Abba Merry Christmas Party sweeps into the Wyllyotts Theatre this festive season. www.easytheatres.com Pre Show Xmas Meal £13 per head Enjoy the music of the Moody Blues in the company of five legendary musicians, singers and songwriters. Drummer Gordy Marshall and keyboard player Paul Bliss performed together with The Moody Blues for over 20 years. They are joined by current 10cc lead singer Mick Wilson. Leona Lewis and Westlife guitarist Tim Maple plus James Blunt and Joss Stone bass player Malcolm Moore complete the line-up. Listen out for classic Moody Blues hits including: ‘Nights in White Satin’; ‘Go Now’ and a show-stealing rendition of ‘Eve of the War’ from Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds. Prepare for an intimate evening of sensational musicianship and iconic songs that define a generation. SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS 2016 SAT 3RD DEC 8PM Pre Show Xmas Meal £13 per head TICKETS: £20.00 | CONCS £19.00 Holly’s hits, other contemporary classics and some Christmas crackers are all wrapped up in a fast, furious and funny feast of entertainment to make the perfect gift for all the family. This breathtaking show has rock ’n’ rolled audiences across the globe. It stars some of the finest actormusicians in the UK. Whatever the season, whatever the excuse to party, make your heartbeat a little faster with the show that has thousands of fans the world over saying: “I can’t believe it’s not Buddy!” SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 14 December 2016 - 4 January 2017 Following last year’s record breaking pantomime, the team that brought you Aladdin proudly presents this year’s Christmas spectacular... A show for all the family, Dick Whittington tells the rags-to-riches tale of a young man and his loyal cat on their quest to find fame and fortune. Will our hero defeat the evil King Rat and his gang of vile vermin? Will Alice Fitzwarren lose her heart to a handsome hunk from Gloucester?? Will Sarah the Cook suffer yet another soggy bottom??? Will the streets of London really be paved with gold? Find out in this classic pantomime full of show-stopping sho songs, dazzling dance routines, knockabout comedy and bags of audience participation. This swashbuckling adventure is guaranteed to be another Wyllyotts hit. with Richard Pocock as King Rat Michael Burgen as Idle Jack Lisa Mathieson Sophie Byrne as Dick Whittington as Fairy Bow-Bells Dereck Walker as Sarah the Cook Box Office: 01707 645005 www.wyllyottstheatre.co.uk CHRISTMAS CARVERY LUNCH THURS 8TH DEC 12.15PM POTTERS BAR COMMUNITY CHOIR TICKETS: £17.00 Bookings in advance only Do you enjoy singing? through our Box Office Why not join the fifty strong choir? We sing at Wyllyotts at 7.30pm on a Tuesday. Roast Turkey and Gammon with all the trimmings or Salmon with cream & white wine sauce Men and women are welcome, no audition required. Roast potatoes Seasonal Vegetables Christmas Pudding or Cheesecake Unlimited Tea or Coffee Some experience is helpful, but not a requirement. For more information and a free trial, please call Ginny on 01707 660067 RUBY WAX - FRAZZLED! A GUIDE TO MINDFULNESS THURS 19TH JAN 8.00PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses TICKETS: £20.00 Ruby Wax is a much loved US born comedian, actor and writer, along with being the ‘it girl’ of mental health campaigning. She has a Master’s degree in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy from Oxford University. This event is a follow up to her sell out touring show, and best-selling book, ‘Sane New World’, which helps us understand why we sabotage our sanity with our own thinking. Her new best-selling book, ‘A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled’ is the basis for the discussion. Funny and insightful, this event is your passport to saner living. She might not be sane herself, but she does a pretty good imitation. SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT - THE MUSICAL TUES 24TH JAN - SAT 28TH JAN 7.30PM SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS FROM £17 TO £19 (CONCS AVAILABLE) ONLY FROM THE GREEN ROOM BOX OFFICE 07531 122206 OR [email protected] Bringing a big dose of Aussie sunshine to Wyllyotts, Green Room presents the regional premiere of this smash hit musical. This musical is the heartwarming and adventure of three glamorous friends who hop aboard a battered old bus, searching for love and friendship. With a long list of dance floor favourites including: ‘It’s Raining Men’; ‘I Will Survive’; ‘Hot Stuff’; ‘Boogie Wonderland’, this is a journey to the heart of fabulous! A non-professional production by Green Room IOLANTHE WEDS 1ST FEB - SAT 4TH FEB 7.30PM SAT MAT 2.30PM TICKETS: £16-£19 (CONCS AVAILABLE) Gilbert and Sullivan’s comic send-up of the British government, Parliament and class system is as fresh today as when it was premiered in the 1880s. Favourite songs include: ‘Tripping Hither, Tripping Thither’; ‘Strephon’s a Member of Parliament’; ‘When Britain Really Ruled the Waves’ and ‘Faint Heart Never Won Fair Lady’. A non-professional production by Southgate Opera SOUL LEGENDS FRI 10TH FEB 8PM TICKETS: £23.00 | CONCS £22.00 Direct from the USA. . . it’s the music of Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, Lionel Richie, Barry White, Earth Wind & Fire, Sam & Dave and scores more. Amazing performers, choreography and costumes authentically revive: ‘Respect’, ‘Soul Man’, ‘Ain’t Nobody’, ‘Knock On Wood’,’ Midnight Hour’, ‘Proud Mary’ and more in the feel-good show of the year. www.easytheatres.com Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses HENNING WEHN: WESTPHALIA IS NOT AN OPTION THURS 16TH FEB TICKETS: £17.50 8PM Pre Show Meal £13 per head Two Courses Join German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn for an evening of Teutonic jolliness at its best. After his last show tackled those well-known staples of light entertainment that are the British obsession with home ownership and the self-serving nature of most fundraising efforts, this time Henning’s having an unbiased look at immigration. He also wonders, if, generally speaking, people are competent. Luckily in his case this doesn’t matter as either he’s funny or he lives up to a national stereotype. It’s a win-win situation. Come along. Or else. OFF BROADWAY SUN 11TH SEP, SUN 9TH OCT, SUN 13TH NOV 8PM TICKETS: £5.00 (INCLUDES FREE WELCOME DRINK AND NIBBLES) In association with Green Room, join us in the Alexander Wilding Suite. Enjoy an evening of entertainment as performers from amateur and professional musical theatre entertain you with your favourite show and film tunes plus some surprises. Singers will be accompanied on the piano by the talented Mark Stamford (most recently the MD of EVITA by SEDOS), who will encourage some audience participation! There are still spots left if you want to perform too – register your interest by emailing [email protected] SHOWS & FILMS ARE AVAILABLE TO BOOK ONLINE OR BY PHONE WWW.WYLLYOTTSTHEATRE.CO.UK | BOX OFFICE 01707 645005 INFORMATION Ghostbusters (12A) 2D Sat 3rd Sept 10.30am 3D Sat 3rd Sept 12.30 pm Angry Birds (U) 2D Sat 10th Sept 10.30am 3D Sat 10th Sept 12.30 pm BFG (PG) Sat 17th Sept 10.30am Booking Tickets Facilities for Disabled Patrons We accept card bookings subject to an administration fee of £1.50 per order when booking by telephone. If the answer-phone is in operation the Box Office is either busy or closed, please leave a message and we will return your call. Wyllyotts has full disabled access. An infra-red sensory system has been provided in the theatre for people who are hard of hearing. Mon-Fri: 9.45am-4.45pm Sat: 10.00am-1.45pm Evenings: 7.00pm-8.30pm Book online at www.wyllyottstheatre.co.uk There is a £1.50 transaction fee. Box Office times may vary during School Holidays Reservations Tickets can be reserved, pending payment for three days only, after which they will be cancelled. Any seats not paid for 45 minutes before curtain up will be put back on sale. Ice Age Collision Course (U) Sat 24th Sept 10.30am The Secret Life of Pets (U) 2D Sat 1st Oct 10.30am 3D Sat 1st Oct 12.30 pm Swallows and Amazons (PG) Sat 8th Oct 10.30am & 12.30pm Box Office Times Conditions of Sale We regret that tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged after purchase. Wyllyotts Theatre/Hertsmere Leisure, Wyllyotts Place, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, Herts EN6 2HN Tel: 01707 645005 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.wyllyottstheatre.co.uk Car Parking Babes in Arms They are not generally admitted into the theatre. Exceptions may be made at some children’s shows at our discretion. To comply with fire regulations a ticket must be bought for ALL children, however young. Wyllyotts has a CPZ car park which is free after 6.30pm and on Sundays. This published programme is correct at time of printing, but may be subject to unavoidable change. Concessions Senior Citizens, Registered Disabled persons and Motivate4 Card holders are eligible for discounts on most events. Pete’s Dragon (PG) 2D Sat 15th Oct 10.30am 3D Sat 15th Oct 12.30 pm Finding Dory (U) 2D Sat 5th Nov 10.30am 3D Sat 5th Nov 12.30 pm Nine Lives (PG) Sat 22nd Oct 10.30am Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children (cert tbc) Sat 12th Nov 10.30am Kubo and the Two Strings (cert tbc) Sat 29th Oct 10.30am (90 mins) Storks (PG) Sat 26th Nov 10.30am Trolls (cert tbc) 2D Sat 3rd Dec 10.30am 3D Sat 3rd Dec 12.30pm Films in 2D: £2 per ticket Films in 3D: £4 per ticket Balcony Seats (65) Raked Seats (288) Flat Floor Seats (68) C 1 2 3 A 1 2 3 B 1 2 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 Charity No. 1093653 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 17 18 19 20 M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 L 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 J 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 H 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 G 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 F 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 E 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 D 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 CC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 BB 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 AA A reduced number of seats will be available if a stage extension or orchestra pit are used STAGE BOOK ONLINE www.wyllyottstheatre.co.uk BOX OFFICE 01707 645005