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Welcome to Cromer Pier
The team have made sure that this year’s
line up, on our award winning Pier,
includes something for everyone. We have
a great mix of shows and concerts for you
throughout the year – and there’s more to
choose from compared to last year!
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Our famous Cromer Pier Show returns for
a record breaking 39th year, opening on
Saturday 25th June and running through
until Saturday 24th September, starring
comedian Phil Butler who appeared in The
Cromer Pier Show back in 1998 and 1999.
The show has received 5 star reviews for
the past two years and fantastic feedback.
Audience figures have been increasing
year on year so if you want your favourite
seats you’ll need to book early! Some of the
2015 prices have been held including the
entry level price of £10 and the top price
Premium Seats remain the same at £23.50.
Family tickets are available again for the
school holiday matinees.
Image from 2015 Cromer Pier Christmas Show
The Cromer Pier Christmas Show returns
on Saturday 26th November and with an
amazing increase in sales last year, you
will need to book your tickets early to get
your favourite seats – this show is fast
becoming the favourite family Christmas
Show in Norfolk!
The team at Cromer Pier have also planned
for two big Open Days this year. There
will be a Summer Open Day on Saturday
23rd July, which will see the launch of
The Cromer Pier Show family ticket. Our
Halloween Open Day will be held on
Saturday 29th October. Expect Theatre
tours, special dance demonstrations, craft
making, live music and lots of other
activities. The team are also planning an
exciting but SCARY 3 day Halloween
event which will run from Friday 28th
October through until Sunday 30th
October (see page 20).
Theatre goers can enjoy a 10% discount
in Tides, the Restaurant on the Pier, if
they book a meal on the day of the show
– all you have to do is show your tickets.
This is ideal for those who want to treat
themselves to a meal out before or after
their chosen show.
02 Welcome
03 Contents & Clickable Paper information
04 Theatre Tours & Name A Seat
05 Membership & Loyalty Card
6-7 The Cromer Pier Summer Show
8-21 What’s On February – December
DON’T MISS!
Sun 27th March – Easte
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22-23 The Cromer Pier Christmas Show Sat 25th June –
The Cromer Pier Show
Opening Night!
Sat 23rd July – Summ
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ARE event!
Sat 26th November –
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CONTENTS
WELCOME
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Show Opening Night
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We’re offering you a chance to get interactive with some pretty media content, i.e. videos and links to websites, for some of
smart technology. Follow the instructions below to download the shows we have on offer this year.
the free Clickable Paper App and you can enjoy some rich
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theatre tours
NAME A SEAT
We now offer Theatre Tours, at certain times of the year, for anyone
interested in having a sneaky peek behind the scenes or interested in the
history of Cromer Pier and our famous Seaside Special “Cromer Pier Show”
shows, as well as a look at some of our costumes and sets.
New for this year we are offering you the chance to be a part of the Theatre’s
history. We have approx. 510 seats in our Theatre – a small and intimate
experience for any show you come and see. For the first time we are
offering you the opportunity to name a seat – for yourself, a loved one, a
family member, friend, colleague or group.
We’ll cover technical, historical, marketing and general information about
our theatre throughout the tour.
Tours are available on Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer,
from Saturday 23rd July to Tuesday 6th September. We’ll also offer tours
during our special Open Days throughout the year. Tours start at 11am
(additional tours at 1pm on Saturdays) and will normally last no more than
one hour.
ONLY £3 per person
£1 Children (under 16)
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For just £200 a plaque will be engraved with your chosen name and a short
message of no more than 50 letters. We will attach it to the seat of your
choice and there will also be a “Wall of Honour” on our website.
The money you invest will go directly towards making improvements in the
theatre, with updates published on our website so you can read about where
the money is being spent.
Please contact the box office if you are interested in becoming part of our
history and would like your name for all to see!
For more information please contact our Box Office team on 01263 512495 or email [email protected]
Please see our website for more information.
FREE!
MEMBERSHIP
Friends of the Theatre
Are you a regular at our Theatre and do you want to support the theatre you
know and love so well? Why not join us as a Friend of the Theatre and, whilst
reaping some attractive benefits, you can be assured that your valuable
money will go to new initiatives from educational work; improvements to
our customer’s experience; to Open Days on the Pier.
Benefits include:
4 Priority booking on all shows
4 Discounts on selected shows, including The Cromer Pier Show
(Summer and Christmas)
4 10% off in the Pavilion bar, gift shop and restaurant
4 You will also automatically receive your very own loyalty card for use
in all areas
Price: £20.00 p/a (second person at the same address £10)
GET INVOLVED
GET INVOLVED
NEW F
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LOYALTY CARD
Here at the famous Cromer Pier we are committed to rewarding our loyal
customers and we want to give you fantastic value every time you visit us.
Sign up to receive a loyalty card and each time you book a ticket to
see a show, enjoy a drink in our Pavilion Bar, have a meal in our Tides
Restaurant or purchase anything from our Gift Shop, you will earn
valuable points towards a great reward.
As a Loyalty Card holder you will:
4 Receive a personalised Loyalty Card
4 Collect 100 points for every £1 you spend with us
4 Additional Loyalty Card Offers throughout the year
4 Regular informative E-Newsletter
4 When 2,000 points have been earned you may redeem them against a FREE hot drink in the Pavilion Bar or Tides Restaurant.
4 When 20,000 points have been earned you may then redeem them against a FREE £10.00 voucher to spend anywhere on the Pier!
For more information or to join please contact our Box Office team on 01263 512495 or email [email protected]
Please see our website for full terms and conditions.
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Butler. He last appeared in our summer shows back in
1998 & ʻ99 so weʼre excited to welcome him back. In the past Phil has
toured with a Cromer favourite, Bradley Walsh, as well as regularly
performing to the Armed Forces, giving them a much needed moral
boost. He also hangs out with fellow comedians Micky Flanagan, Lee
Mack, Michael McIntyre and Jimmy Carr, so we know that his humour
and style will be first class entertainment for you.
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Joining Phil is Australiaʼs favourite comedy juggler, James
BUSTAR. Heʼs appeared on Australia’s Got
Talent and has become a headline act at performances and
festivals across the globe. His unique show features stunts ranging from
his death-defying axe juggling routine to crowd favourites like his
humorous bowling ball juggle. We donʼt yet know what heʼs got planned
for his debut appearance in Cromer but we know it will blow your mind!
Our 2015 show received 5 reviews again from The Stage
and we have been inundated with Trip Advisor reviews hailing it as a
fantastic show for everyone. Come and see the best traditional live
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THE CROMER PIER SHOW 2016
THE CROMER PIER SHOW 2016
calendar
PLEASE NOTE Most days have evening and matinée performances however some days only have
one performance (matinées start on Tues 12th July). Please check online or call our Box Office
team to find out.
See prices & more online...
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FRI 12TH FEBRUARY 8PM
SAT 12TH MARCH 8PM
Ultimate Bublé
DEREK ACORAH
Soul Reunion Tour
Critically acclaimed tribute artiste Mark
Daniels, performs the hits of Michael Bublé
in this stunning live tribute show featuring
his full band. The show’s big band sound,
along with Mark’s mesmerising likeness
to the modern day Canadian crooner,
will appeal to fans of big band music and
Michael Bublé alike.
Derek Acorah is one of the foremost names
in the world of Psychic Phenomena, as well
as a celebrity, author and performer like
no other. A thoroughly modern medium
whose appeal crosses the generations and
remains the forerunner in the field of
paranormal and spiritual matters.
Here is your chance to experience this very
special event.
£22.50 £21.50C
FRI 18TH MARCH 8PM
£18.50
SAT 19TH MARCH 8PM
THE MANFREDS
MUSIC HALL TAVERN
There she was just a walkin’ down the
street, singing Do wah diddy diddy dum
diddy do! One of the most popular and
instantly recognisable songs of the ‘60’s and
still the biggest audience pleaser at their
concerts some 50 years later.
Back by popular demand, Paul Carroll’s
“girls” from MHT bring you a truly
magnificent night of dazzling costumes,
side splitting laughter and a cast of unique
characters singing and dancing all night
long. A night that will not only entertain
and amuse you, but will leave you with
unforgettable memories of the funniest
night out of the year!
Original Manfred Mann members Paul
Jones, Mike Hugg and Tom McGuinness
are joined by Rob Townsend, Marcus Cliffe
and Simon Currie as the exciting new
line-up of The Manfreds.
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FRI 25TH MARCH 8PM
£20
£23 £22C £21F
SAT 26TH MARCH 8PM
HERMAN’S HERMITS
THE CARPENTERS
STORY
The mid-60’s music scene was dominated
by British Groups, three of which became
household names: The Beatles, The Rolling
Stones and . . . Herman’s Hermits, who
are one of the most successful groups
throughout the world.
The award-winning Carpenters Story
celebrates the music of one of the most
successful pop duos in history, Richard and
Karen Carpenter.
The show features the stunning vocals
of international star Claire Furley, state
of the art video projection and lavish
arrangements from 8 LIVE musicians.
The ‘Golden Oldies’ still make up a large
part of their show – much to the enjoyment
of their fans, who can resist singing
along to Mrs Brown You’ve Got A Lovely
Daughter, Silhouettes, There’s A Kind
Of Hush, No Milk Today, Something Is
Happening, Sunshine Girl,
and many more.
£19.50 £18F
SUN 27TH MARCH 10AM - 4pm
EASTER ON THE PIER
Come and celebrate Easter Sunday on the
Pier – there’ll be Easter-themed craft making
activities, Easter treats to eat in our Tides
Restaurant and our Pavilion Bar, an Easter
trail ideal for children who want to explore the
Pier, competitions and other stuff going on
throughout the day. Pop along from 10am and
get involved with celebrating Easter on our
wonderful award-winning Pier!
Includes all the classic Carpenters hits
(They Long To Be) Close To You, We’ve
Only Just Begun, Yesterday Once More,
Top of the World, and many
more!
WhAT’S ON MARCH
WhAT’S ON FEBRUARY & MARCH
F = Friends of the Theatre C = Concessions
£23 £22C £21F
SUN 27TH MARCH 8PM
THE MAGIC OF THE
BEE GEES
Enjoy The Bee Gees entire glittering
songbook; their million-selling hits drawn
from three chart-topping decades, all
wrapped up in one spectacular live concert
show.
Its all-star cast out-performs the original
Bee Gees in their prime in the most
authoritative concert show on tour. This
fabulously authentic production ensures
the Gibb brothers’ incredible legacy of
classic hit songs is well and truly stayin’
alive.
£24.50
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SAT 2ND APRIL 6.30PM
THE STEVE HEWLETT
SHOW
STRICTLY:
PAUL EASTWOOD
VIENNA FESTIVAL
BALLET - SWAN LAKE
Steve Hewlett brings his Comedy
Ventriloquist Show back to CROMER
where it all began. Since his Britain’s
Got Talent Final Success in 2013, Steve
has toured the UK with his own Show
‘Thinking Inside the Box’ and supported
Brian Conley, Jethro, Ronn Lucas and
many more on their tours as well as
appearances on ITV and Phillip Schofield’s
‘TEXT SANTA’ and BBC’s Eggheads with
Arthur Lager’s team ‘Steve’s Dummies’.
Join Ian Waite and Camilla Dallerup
from BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing for
an intimate evening of Dance, Songs and
Stories from their time on the show.
After two sell out summer seasons, Paul
Eastwood returns to the Pier in his own
stand up comedy show. Just one man and a
mic, suited and booted, he gives us a night
of comedy performing all our favourite
gags and stories and those that were too
taboo during the summer show. So buckle
up for night of fun and laughter.
One of the best known love stories,
performed by the ever popular Vienna
Festival Ballet. Lavish costumes, stunning
scenery, international stars, and the
glorious music from Tchaikovsky make this
a night not to be missed.
Gagged and Bound
An evening with Ian and Camilla
Ian and Camilla will be joined by
professional singer Paul Amer and guests,
in this up close and personal evening.
£25 £23C £22F
FRI 1ST APRIL 2.30PM
50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR
Brand new show for 2016! Direct from
its success in London’s West End, a
SOLD OUT UK tour and standing
ovations at every performance, The
Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using
huge projection photos, original film
footage and a full live band performing
all the hits including ‘Mrs Robinson’,
‘Cecilia’, ‘Homeward Bound’ and many
more.”Fantastic” - Elaine Paige, BBC Radio
2. “Authentic and Exciting”
- The Stage.
£19
There’s a chance to meet the
dancers after the show too.
Advisory appropriate age 16 years.
£15 £13C £12F
THE SIMON &
GARFUNKEL STORY
It is the most popular ballet in the world.
It’s the ballet that captures like no other the
full range of human emotions - from hope
to despair and terror to tenderness.
Includes special guests international
singing group ‘The Honeypies ‘.
Meet Steve after the Show.
THURS 31ST MARCH 8PM
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FRI 1ST APRIL 8PM
WED 30TH MARCH 8PM
MON 28TH MARCH 3PM
From the Emmy Award-winning team
behind the mega-hit television series,
Friends, comes Rapunzel, an exciting
musical perfect for all the family! Immersion
Theatre are thrilled to present the UK
Premiere of this witty, tongue-in-cheek
retelling of a perennial favourite which gives
us a possessive mother who happens to be a
witch, a tentative young man who happens
to be a prince and a strong-willed but naïve
young girl with the longest hair you’re ever
Rest assured this fairy tale isn’t going to be
business as usual so get TANGLED in this
glittering gem of theatrical goodness.
£14 £10 CHILD under 14
£20
£15 ChILD UNDER 14
£15 £14C £12.50F
TUE 5TH & WED 6TH APRIL
SUN 3RD APRIL 3PM
RAPUNZEL
WhAT’S ON APRIL
WhAT’S ON MARCH & APRIL
F = Friends of the Theatre C = Concessions
#NNGT ARTISTS
ACTOR’S SCRATCH
PERFORMANCE
Join COAST again at The Pier to be
entertained by more fine singers from
#North Norfolks’s Got Talent for another
wonderful afternoon’s entertainment that
will appeal to young and old alike.
Join professional actors for a 2 day
workshop which will conclude with a
performance on the famous Cromer Pier
stage. Tuesday’s workshop will include
learning drama and movement skills, with
a focus on working towards a performance
on Wednesday. Wednesday will include
further learning and direction from the
professional actors, a dress rehearsal in the
afternoon and a final performance in the
evening.
SING TO CELEBRATE SPRING
It is another chance to listen to the beautiful
voices of the winners GELO and many
more. They are sure to touch your hearts
and feel that Spring is here! This event is
not to be missed as there will be worthy
semi-finalists perfoming who narrowly
missed making it to the final. Come and
make up your own mind – should they
have made it through?
£6
Open to children aged 11-18 years old.
£40 per person for the
2 days.
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SAT 9TH APRIL 7.30PM
TUES 12TH APRIL 2.30PM
ChoirFest:
SEA CHANGE
WE’LL MEET AGAIN
PETE BROWN’S
NEWGRASS CUTTERS
An evening featuring the best choirs
around North Norfolk. To celebrate the
wealth of vocal music making in North
Norfolk, Coast Arts are hosting an exciting
evening of choir music. Featuring classical
and contemporary music, each choir will
perform on their own and together with
other choirs for a fabulous finale.
From the Producer of WE’LL MEET
AGAIN Duggie Chapman MBE is bringing
a brand new Wartime Cavalcade show to
celebrate 70 years this year since the end of
World War 2.
Pete Brown, son of ‘Rock’n’Roll’ veteran
Joe, has formed a new and wonderfully
talented Bluegrass band.
2016
Inspired by the Coast 2016 theme of
Revolution, the Coast ChoirFest theme
is Sea Change – beautiful, revolutionary
songs sung to the natural background
music of the sea thundering underneath
the theatre.
THURS 14TH APRIL 8PM
£12.50 £10.50C
FRI 15TH APRIL 8PM
MONEY FOR NOTHING
DIRE STRAITS
No film has captured the hearts of a
generation like Dirty Dancing. Relive
the passion, indulge in the romance and
celebrate the greatest movie soundtrack of all
time. Recast and re-scripted for 2016. Revel
in the moments you loved, the memories you
made and music that’s resonated throughout
the years: She’s Like the Wind, Big Girls
Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Do You Love Me, Be
My Baby, Hungry Eyes and the Oscarwinning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.
Dire Straits have sold in excess of 120
million albums worldwide and were the
UK’s first stadium rock band. Their best
selling album Brothers in Arms sold over
30 million copies, making it the fourth best
selling album in UK chart history.
Don’t be the one sitting in the
corner. Immerse yourself in the
timeless, theatrical treat.
£22 £21C £20F
Money For Nothing is a “must see” for
any rock enthusiast or Dire Straits fan.
Featuring all the hits from their first
ever single, ‘Sultans of Swing’ through to
‘Brothers in Arms’, this show will leave you
absolutely mesmerised!
£17.50
Not to be missed! Former members of
the legendary band ‘The Kinks’ including
their original drummer Mick Avory, with
John Dalton (bass/vocals), Ian Gibbons
(keyboards/vocals) and Dave Clarke
(guitar/vocals).
Expect all the hits including You Really Got
Me, Sunny Afternoon, Waterloo Sunset,
Lola, Days, Come Dancing and much more!
£20 £19C £18F
£16 £15C
FRI 22 APRIL 8PM
WED 20TH APRIL 8PM
A NIGHT OF
DIRTY DANCING
KAST OFF KINKS
Featuring the same superb musicians
who tour with Joe Brown at his sell-out
gigs including the incredible Nashville
recording artist and banjo/mandolin
virtuoso Richard Collins, Mike Nichols on
bass, legendary drummer and singer Phil
Capaldi plus top producer Pete Brown on
guitar, lap steel and mandolin. All share a
love of blue-grass music and the Newgrass
Cutters shows are very special events.
Here is a show of REAL variety with a
tribute to our Armed Forces of Yesterday,
Today and Tomorrow packed with all the
great songs and music of the War Years.
This is damp eye nostalgia that leaves
everyone with a warm and sentimental
glow.
£6
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SUN 17TH APRIL 8PM
SAT 16TH APRIL 8PM
WhAT’S ON APRIL & MAY
WhAT’S ON APRIL
F = Friends of the Theatre C = Concessions
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THE FUREYS
PURPLE ZEPPELIN
Legends of Irish music & song The
FUREYS, renowned for their hit songs ‘I
will love you’, ‘When you were sweet 16’,
‘The Green fields of France’, ‘The old man’,
‘Red rose café’, ‘From Clare to here’, ‘Her
father didn’t like me anyway’, ‘Leaving
Nancy’, ‘Steal away’ etc return to Cromer
Pier on 20th April 2016.
Purple Zeppelin pay tribute to Deep Purple
and Led Zeppelin – Together on the same
bill for the very first time. In a “full on”
show with costume changes, you’ll hear
more than 30 classic songs – basically THE
BEST BITS, ALL OF THE TIME! The
accent is firmly on entertainment with
Ritchie Blackmore’s Lute, Jimmy Page’s
twin neck Guitar and Theremin, and a very
special Violin Bow Solo!
Come and experience the excitement of
Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin in one
mesmerising show!
Their emotive songs stir many emotions . . .
tears and laughter, sadness and joy.
£19.50
£18 £17C £16F
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SAT 23RD APRIL 7.30PM
OLLY DAY
THE NEW FOXTROT
SERENADERS
RICHARD DIGANCE
LIVE ON STAGE
The ever popular Olly Day makes a
welcome return following his success as
resident all-round-entertainer in the last
eleven Cromer Pier Christmas Shows.
This April he’s back with his sell out music
and comedy show, along side the fabulous
Jonathan Wyatt Big Band plus special
guests, The Moonglow Sisters.
Strictly Gershwin
The New Foxtrot Serenaders, a seven piece
vintage dance band from the South East,
recreate the wonderful melodic music as
performed by the dance bands of the 1920s,
30s and 40s. The New Foxtrot Serenaders
return to this year with Strictly Gershwin –
an evening of the best loved melodies from
George and Ira Gershwin including I Got
Rhythm, They Can’t Take That Away From
Me, A Foggy Day, Nice Work If You Can
Get It, Fascinatin’ Rhythm, Embraceable
You and the most recorded song of all time
Summertime from Porgy and Bess.
Many people sing, play guitar and tell stories
but not many have supported Steve Martin,
Robin Williams or played a guitar duet with
Brian May of Queen. Richard Digance has.
Respected by comedians for his original
material and by musicians for being an
accomplished performer/guitarist; his loyal
following confirms his wide appeal, from
the younger generation attracted by both his
guitar playing to the super-loyal who have
followed Richard since he had his own ITV
series and even further when
he started out in folk clubs.
& The Jonathan Wyatt Big Band
As well as his usual cheeky humour, Olly
will be singing some great swing songs
from the big band era, made famous by
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin Tony Bennett
and Michael Bublé.
£18 £17F
6 - 8 MAy 2PM & 7.30PM
SUN 1 MAY 8PM
The Best of Abba Tribute Show
Now celebrating its 18th year, Norfolk’s largest
folk-rock and roots music event, affectionately
known as the ‘Best gig on the North Sea’,
once again offers another top class line-up
headlined by a welcome return of Fairport
Convention, the band that inspired the
creation of Folk on the Pier back in 1998. This
year also offers some BBC Radio 2 Folk Award
Winners, music from Wales and Brittany,
plus a fusion of traditional and modern dance
styles and music in the spectacular Demon
Barbers XL Show.
Full line-up information can be found at
www.folkonthepier.co.uk
In 1974 the little known Swedish pop
group Abba swept to superstardom with
their Eurovision winning ‘Waterloo’, and
four decades later they remain as popular
as ever.
Now the phenominal new tribute show
‘Waterloo’ looks back at the sensational
rise to stardom of Agnetha, Bjorn, Benny
and Anni-Frid! The unique Abba sound is
replicated with an incredible attention to
detail by a full live cast and band, from the
opening refrain to the final
sing-along chorus of this
two-hour spectacular.
Fairport Convention
Afternoon £17.50 Eve £19.50
weekend pass £95
Two Pianos will take you back in time
to celebrate the magnificent 1950’s “Sun
Studios” era, performing classic hits from
Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Elvis, Chuck
Berry and many more.
Your evening will kick off to a rockin’ start
as two of the UK’s finest and charismatic
rock ‘n’ roll pianists each individually
perform a score of hits, along with a five
piece band. The evening will progress
into a climatic and energetic piano duel
between the two pianists, resolving into a
memorable night of foot
stomping rock ‘n’ roll.
£17
SUN 15 MAY 8PM
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WATERLOO
£20 £19C £18F
SAT 14 MAY 8PM
TH
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£16.50
£14 £12C
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FRI 13TH MAY 8PM
THURS 12TH MAY 8PM
SUN 24TH APRIL 3PM
WhAT’S ON MAY
WhAT’S ON MAY
F = Friends of the Theatre C = Concessions
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THE BILLY JOEL
SONGBOOK
Performed by Elio Pace
Following on from his highly-acclaimed
reunion concerts in the USA with Billy Joel’s
original touring band, Elio Pace delivers this
sensational tour celebrating the phenomenal
music of Billy Joel. Featuring the massive
hits, Uptown Girl, Just The Way You Are
and My Life as well as fan favourites such
as Scenes From An Italian Restaurant,
Goodnight Saigon and Piano Man. Don’t
miss this electrifying concert performed by
the dynamic singer and
piano-player, Elio Pace and
his magnificent 6-piece band.
£22 £21C £20F
ULTIMATE BOWIE
David Bowie’s sudden death has touched
people all over the world, as fans of all ages
unite to mourn a true legend. Ultimate
Bowie pays tribute to the work of this
global super-star, who will be truly missed,
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!
£17.50
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THURS 19TH MAY 8PM
FRI 20TH MAY 8Pm
ROY CHUBBY BROWN
Opening Night Concert
This has become an established, must
see, part of the North Norfolk Calendar.
The concert highlights both professional
and amateur local talent. This year’s
cast includes the ever popular Olly Day
and Nigel Boy Syer, The Sheringham
Shantymen, having recently celebrated
their 25th Anniversary in 2015, Marlene’s
School of Dance and supporting acts.
Get the hottest ticket in town for the
Chubbster’s last stand, but be warned – if
easily offended please stay away!
£10
CALAMITY JANE
CALAMITY
JANE
Presented by the highly respected CSODS
(Cromer and Sheringham Operatic and
Dramatic Society) this classic musical
comedy is for all the family. Based on the
much-loved film, the show includes the
songs ‘The Black Hills of Dakota’, ‘The
Deadwood Stage’, ‘Just Blew in from the
Windy City’, and ‘Secret Love’.
An amateur production by arrangement
with Josef Weinberger.
Box office: 01263 512495
Tickets £9.50, £13.50 and £14.50; children
half price and reductions for senior
citizens at matinees.
Booking opens Monday 22nd February.
The whip-cracking classic musical!
Sat 28 May - Sat 4 June
Cromer Pier Pavilion
www.cromerpier.co.uk
SAT 23RD JULY 10AM - 4pm
SUN 22ND MAY 8PM
SUPREME QUEEN
THE SEARCHERS
SUPREME QUEEN have been paying
homage to the world’s most theatrical and
dramatic Rock band since 1995 and in that
time have had a huge impact on audiences
across the UK, Europe and Asia.
With total record sales well in excess of
50 million, The Searchers still have great
appeal to audiences of all ages. They tour
the globe as much today as they have done
throughout a career spanning 5 decades.
Front man, Scott Maley plays a uncannily
realistic ‘Freddy’ with just the right look,
stage persona and, most importantly of all,
the most incredibly powerful voice!
Their special ‘solo’ concert is a highly
entertaining show and has been
enthusiastically and warmly received
throughout the world. Combined with
anecdotes and reminiscences, this fully selfcontained concert includes all their famous
hits, plus many album recordings, B-sides
and a selection of other collector and well
known favourites.
£20 £19C £18F
Cromer and Sheringham
Operatic and Dramatic Society
The concert starts the Crab & Lobster
Festival off for two days in Cromer and
Sheringham on the 21st and 22nd May.
£20
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.
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CRAB & LOBSTER
FESTIVAL
Roy Chubby Brown, the original bad boy of
British comedy is BIG, BRASH, and BACK
with a BANG for his 2016 tour! ‘Chubby’
is ready to rock the boat one more time
in his notoriously outrageous live show.
He promises to pull no punches and leave
no topic off-limits with his jaw-dropping
take on the world and everyone in it.
Guaranteed to leave you gob-smacked,
don’t miss the chance to tell your friends . . .
I saw that Fat B*****d live!!
SAT 21ST MAY 8PM
28TH MAy - 4TH JUNE 2.30PM & 7.30PM
£22.50 £21.50C
£20.50F
SUMMER OPEN DAY
25TH JUNE - 24TH SEPTEMBER
THE CROMER PIER SHOW
This year our famous and highly acclaimed
‘End of the pier’ summer show stars
comedian Phil Butler and Australia’s
favourite comedy Juggler James BuSTAR.
The show has received 5 star reviews for
the last two years running and, according
to critics, is the ‘must see’ variety show of
the summer. Tim Wardley, Chairman of
the National Piers Society said of last year’s
show “Where West End Theatre magic
comes to the seaside. Great entertainment
– A must see in Norfolk.”
SEE PAGES 6 & 7
theatre tours
We now offer Theatre Tours, during
the summer, for anyone interested in
having a sneaky peek behind the scenes
or interested in the history of Cromer
Pier and our famous Seaside Special
“Cromer Pier Show” shows, as well as a
look at some of our costumes! We’ll cover
technical, historical, marketing and general
information about our theatre.
There’ll also be craft making activities and a
competition. There’ll be other stuff going on
too throughout the day. Keep an eye on our
website for further details.
Tours are available on Tuesdays and
Saturdays. Tours start at 11am (additional
tours at 1pm on Saturdays) and will
normally last no more than one hour.
* Weather permitting!
Please note: no pre-booking required for the
Theatre Tours - just turn up!
Tickets from £10.
Family tickets available for
matinée shows during the
Summer Holidays.
23RD JULY - 6TH SEPTEMBER
Our Summer Open Day will include a special
outdoor performance* by our summer show
cast and behind the scenes Theatre Tours (just
£3 per person, children £1) where you’ll get
to hear about the history of the Pier and our
famous Seaside Special Cromer Pier Shows, as
well as a look at some costumes!
Marlene’s School of Dancing
WhAT’S ON OCTOBER
WhAT’S ON JUNE - SEPTEMBER
F = Friends of the Theatre C = Concessions
See our website or call our Box Office team
for more details 01263 512495.
£3 PER PERSON
£1 CHILDREN (UNDER 16)
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FRI 30TH SEPTEMBER 8PM
SAT 1ST OCTOBER 8PM
JOHNNY CASH
ROADSHOW
CHARITY NIGHT
After a successful fund-raising evening in
2014, organiser Graham Jones brings the
charity event back for 2016. The evening
promises to deliver comedy, music and a
few surprises along the way. Acts include the
bands Playing for Cake, Tap the Barrel and
Hollowlands and local Mundesley comedian
Pat Nearney. Charities to benefit this year
are Benjamin Foundation, Cromer War
Memorial Fund and Break.
SUN 2ND october 8PM
T REXTASY
T.Rextasy have now been performing
around the world for over 20 years, a
career that ironically out lives Marc’s very
own T.Rex. The band is now accepted as
the world’s only official live tribute band
dedicated to Marc Bolan & T.Rex, and
the only band endorsed and approved
by Marc Bolan’s family, estate, original
ex-members of T.Rex, and Bolan’s
catalogue management. The band has
been described by many as ‘beyond the
boundaries of tribute’.
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£20 £19C £18F
After 3 years away from his favourite pier
and seaside crowd, Tucker is back! This
brand new show includes many tales
about his own life as a Husband, Comic
and Dad of two beautiful girls. Tucker is
a generator of laughter who doesn’t have
to try to be funny, it just happens. He has
a very natural style of delivery that pulls
the crowd in, much in the same way as Lee
Mack. Tuckers comedy comes from real
life and good gag writing that is fast and
straight to the point.
The show takes the audience from the
1950’s right up to 2002 and all the stops in
between. This is simply the best celebration
of Johnny Cash in the world.
£19 £18C £17F
THE ROY ORBISON
STORY
Barry Steele and Friends
This celebration of The Big O’s musical
legacy is quite simply unmissable as Barry
Steele takes you on a musical journey in
time celebrating the Big O’s 80th birthday.
Add to the mix star guests paying homage
to stars who really who toured and
performed with Roy, and you have yourself
an incredible fusion of 60’s Solid Gold
Classics and contemporary musical genius
on one stage.
£20
‘And Finally . . . Phil Collins’ are recognised
as the market leaders and definitive Phil
Collins & Genesis tribute show. Now
in their eighth year together this truly
amazing eleven piece band which includes
the ‘And Finally Horns’ faithfully re-create
all the classic hits from the Phil Collins
and Genesis timeless back catalogue. As
always the ‘two drummer’ line up remains
an integral part of the act but in 2016
the addition of a dedicated percussionist
performing the Louis Conte role, has
moved the ‘And Finally’ experience to a
whole different league.
£18.50 £17.50C
£18
SAT 15TH OCTOBER 8PM
FRI 7TH OCTOBER 8PM
AND FINALLY
PHIL COLLINS
TUCKER
The only show to be endorsed by the CASH
family! We welcome back the Johnny Cash
Roadshow featuring respected singer/
songwriter Clive John. Now an even bigger
show than ever, introducing the ‘Carter
Sisters’ and brass section the ‘JC Horns’
accompanied by emotive screen visuals.
£12 £10C
FRI 14TH OCTOBER 8PM
SAT 8TH october 8PM
SUN 16TH OCTOBER 8PM
THINK FLOYD
JACKSON LIVE
Think Floyd’s brand new production
features complete performances of The
Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were
Here - arguably two the most influential
albums of all time.
Ben’s portrayal of Michael Jackson in
his prime has to be the most vocally and
visually accurate tribute to the King of Pop
to have toured UK theatres. Ben is joined by
his incredible Band and Dancers who work
their way through all the hits.
Think Floyd take enormous pride in
recreating all the atmosphere, visual
magnitude and musical excellence of Pink
Floyd, live on stage and their production
will also include the whole range of
classic Floyd from Syd Barrett through to
The Division Bell. The thrilling concert
atmosphere is enhanced with an impressive
laser light show and promises a first-class
evening of pure Pink Floyd.
£20 £19C £18F
WhAT’S ON OCTOBER & NOVEMBER
WhAT’S ON OCTOBER
F = Friends of the Theatre C = Concessions
He’s got the look, the moonwalk and the
voice! His renditions of Thriller, Beat it and
Billie Jean are truly sensational. Jackson
Live in Concert features all-live vocals and
superb musicians and dancers, fabulous
costumes and of course all the signature
dance moves moves associated so fondly
with the undisputed King
of Pop. Pure MJ!
£20 £19C £18F
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WhAT’S ON NOVEMBER & DECEMBER
F = Friends of the Theatre C = Concessions
MON 17TH OCTOBER 8PM
FRI 28TH - SUN 30TH OCTOBER
LES MISÉRABLES
SCHOOL EDITION™
TBC
FRI 4TH NOVEMBER 8PM
THURS 3RD NOVEMBER 8PM
TALON
The best of The Eagles
In 2016 Talon presents a brand-new
production of their award winning ‘Best of
Eagles’. They have become a brand name in
their own right who are not only revered
by their peers, respected by the music
industry but dearly loved by their massive
and expanding fan base that together have
become a ‘family’.
£21 £20C
THE ELVIS YEARS
The Elvis Years is an outstanding musical
production which brings to the stage the
incredible and compelling story of the ‘king
of rock and roll’ - Elvis Presley.
Cromer Pier is an iconic piece of historical
Victorian architecture and home to a beautiful
and intimate theatre. Rumour has it that the
theatre is haunted by ghosts of the past, who
walk the backstage corridors and dressing
rooms once dusk settles on the North sea.
Do you have the nerve to find out who they
are? For the first time ever Cromer Pier will
be opening its doors, after dark, for those
amongst you who are curious . . . Not suitable
for the feint hearted.
The Pier will also be holding a FREE
Halloween Open Day during the daytime on
Saturday 29th October, 11am – 4pm. This
will be suitable for people of all ages.We’ll
announce more information on our website
later on in the year, so keep your eyes peeled!
Performed entirely by students
A musical by ALAIN BOUBLIL and
CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG
School Edition special adaptation licensed by
JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of
MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL and
CAMERON MACKINTOSH (OVERSEAS) LTD
This is an immensely popular show and one
to book early for. TurningPointProductions
association with STheatreCompany
in partnership with COAST2016,
ArtsNorthNorfolk and Cromer Pier, will be
bringing you one of the most exciting Youth
Production events of North Norfolk this year!
The ability of Talon to evolve and go from
strength to strength in delivering bigger
and better shows year on year continues
once again with what
promises to be an EVENT . . .
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CROMER PIER HALLOWEEN SCARE!
SAT 5TH NOVEMBER 8PM
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.
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in december
£20
SAT 26TH NOVEMBER - FRI 30TH DECEMBER
THE REAL THING
THE CROMER PIER
CHRISTMAS SHOW
Britain’s No.1 Soul band, celebrate an
incredible 40 years in the business. The
three original vocalists, Chris and Eddie
Amoo and Dave Smith perform with their
own 5 piece band in a performance of
their million selling hit singles in the 70’s,
including: “You To Me Are Everything”
“Can’t Get By Without You” and “Feel The
Force”.
Our Cromer Pier Christmas Show returns
for its 12th year this year and with an
amazing increase in sales for 2015, you will
need to book your tickets early to get your
favourite seats – this show is fast becoming
the favourite family Christmas Show in
Norfolk! Read all about it on pages 22 & 23.
The Real Thing regularly perform at the
Rewind 80’s Festivals and The Here and
Now Festivals working alongside artistes
such as Rick Astley, Boy George, Belinda
Carlisle, Kool and the Gang and Chic.
£22.50 £22C
SEE PAGES 22 & 23
Tickets from £10.
Family tickets available.
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Advance Booking is
visit our website for more details
on dates, times and pricing
“Our 2 year old absolutely loved her first ever experience of meeting Father
Christmas and what a way for her to be introduced to this magical time of year.
The Elves were lovely and the Big Man had her enchanted throughout! We will be
recommending and returning x” Laura Brady (via Facebook)
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Christmas season with a whole heap of festive fun in the form of
singing, dancing, comedy and speciality acts. The Cromer Pier
Christmas Show 2015 received amazing reviews on Trip Advisor
and our Facebook page. Itʼs fast becoming one of the top ʻmust
seeʼ family Christmas shows, rivalling other Norfolk Christmas
productions – not only in production values, laugh-out-loud
comedy, amazing dance routines and glitzy costumes, but also as
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By Road
By Rail
To Cromer via:
A148 East from Kings Lynn and Holt
A140 North from Norwich
A149 North from Great Yarmouth
Bittern Line from Norwich and
Sheringham. Telephone National
Rail Enquiries: 08457 484950 or
online at www.bitternline.com
The nearest pay and display car parks
in town are on Meadow Road and
Cadogan Road.
We are here
Coaches Access &
Parking
Mini buses and small coaches can
No parking on the promenade.
drop off and pick up at the Pier
entrance. Full size coaches drop off
Disabled parking (limited) at the
West end of the Promenade. Disabled at the top of the Melbourne Slope at
the junction of New Street and the
visitors can be dropped off and
collected at the Pier entrance, however A149. The Coach Park is situated in
Cadogan Road.
there is no parking on the Pier
forecourt.
Travel Information
During the planned coastal works
vehicle access to the Pier will be
available - please call our Box Office
for further information.
HOW TO BOOK
Premium Seats
Tiered Stalls/Balcony
Side Seats
Box Office Telephone:
Box Office Address:
01263 512495
Cromer Pier, Cromer,
Norfolk NR27 9HE
[email protected]
Book Online:
www.cromerpier.co.uk
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Our Theatre Box Office is located at the entrance to the pier
Latecomers
TICKETS CANNOT BE REFUNDED.
Re-sale or exchange (min 7 days notice)
available for Cromer Pier Show tickets
only. Re-sales are only considered for
shows that are sold out. A charge of £2.00
per ticket will apply.
In consideration of our patrons, we regret
latecomers will not be admitted until a
suitable break in the performance. The
management reserve the right to refuse
admission.
Disabled Access
There are ramps to the Pier entrance and
wheelchair access to our Restaurant, Gift
Shop and Pavilion Bar. There are limited
wheelchair positions within our theatre
and very limited wheelchair storage
available. Mobility scooters will need to be
By Post
parked outside and not in the Pavilion Bar
Cheques should be made payable to
or Auditorium. Headsets or neck loops for
“Pavilion Theatre, Cromer” and posted to a Hearing Assistance System are available.
the box office.
Pre-booking of these is advisable. Please
contact the Box Office at time of booking,
Concessions
Concessions are available to senior citizens, regarding any accessibility queries.
• Removable seats are available in the
students in education and groups for The
front stalls for wheelchair users
Cromer Pier Show as indicated. Some
concessions are available for other shows. • Guide dogs are welcome
• Disabled toilets are located in the foyer
Concessions may also apply for carer
support for disabled patrons, please ask the Dogs
box office for more information.
Dogs are welcome in the Pavilion Bar.
Reservations can only be made for group
bookings (of 10 or more) and must be paid
for within one month of the show date (or
will automatically be released). We cannot
hold your seats unless these terms are met.
Lower Stalls
Box Office Email:
Returning Tickets
We accept Visa, Mastercard and Switch.
There will be a £2.00 booking fee per
online transaction. For many incoming
productions the majority of the ticket
income is paid to the Production Company
or Promoter. We will therefore retain the
booking fee to cover the charges applied
to us by our financial and booking system
providers. Please note a ‘card charge’ will
no longer apply. If you book and pay in
person at the Box Office or over the phone
you will not be charged the £2.00 booking
fee.
Reservations
Front Stalls
Telephone Traveline: 0871 2002233
or online at www.traveline.org.uk
Booking Conditions
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO FIND US
HOW TO FIND US
Opening Hours:
Seasonal opening hours apply.
Please check our website for
details
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february
Fri 12th
Ultimate Bublé
MARCH
Sat 12th Derek Acorah - Soul Reunion Tour
Fri 18thThe Manfreds
Sat 19th Music Hall Tavern
Fri 25th Herman’s Hermits
Sat 26th The Carpenters Story
Sun 27thEaster On The Pier
Sun 27th The Magic of the Bee Gees
Mon 28thThe Steve Hewlett Show
Wed 30th Strictly: Ian & Camilla
Thur 31st The Simon & Garfunkel Story
APRIL
Fri 1st Rapunzel 2.30pm
st
Fri 1 Paul Eastwood
Sat 2nd Vienna Festival Ballet - Swan Lake
Sun 3rd - Sat 9th Coast Arts Festival
Tues 12th We’ll Meet Again
Thur 14th A Night of Dirty Dancing
Fri 15thMoney For Nothing - Dire Straits
Sat 16th Pete Brown’s Newgrass Cutters
Sun 17th Kast Off Kinks
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Wed 20th
Fri 22nd
Sat 23rd
Sun 24th
The Fureys
Purple Zeppelin
Olly Day & The Jonathan Wyatt Big Band
The New Foxtrot Serenaders
May
Sun 1st Waterloo - The Best of Abba
6th - 8th Folk On The Pier
Thur 12th Richard Digance
Fri 13th Two Pianos
Sat 14th The Billy Joel Songbook - Elio Pace
Sun 15th Ultimate Bowie
Thur 19th Roy Chubby Brown
Fri 20th Crab & Lobster Festival
Opening Night
Sat 21st Supreme Queen
Sun 22nd The Searchers
Sat 28th - Sat 4th June CSODS - Calamity Jane
25th JUNE - 24 th SEPTEMBER
The Cromer Pier Show
JULY
SEPTEMBER
Fri 30th
Charity Night
OCTOBER
Sat 1st Johnny Cash Roadshow
Sun 2nd T.Rextasy
Fri 7th Roy Orbison Story
Sat 8th Tucker
Fri 14th And Finally Phil Collins
Sat 15th Think Floyd
Sun 16th Jackson Live
Mon 17th Les Misérable Schools Edition
Fri 28th - Sun 30th Cromer Pier Halloween Event
Sat 29th Halloween Open Day
WhAT’S ON AT A GLANCE
WhAT’S ON AT A GLANCE
WHAT’S ON AT A GLANCE
novemBER
Thur 3rd
Fri 4th
Sat 5th Talon - The Best of the Eagles
The Real Thing
The Elvis Years
26th NOVEMBER - 30th DECEMBER
The Cromer Christmas Show
Sat 23rd Summer Open Day - Visit Our Theatre
Call the Box Office - 01263 512495 or Book Online at www.cromerpier.co.uk
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