Spring-Summer-2016 - Mayflower Theatre

WHAT’S ON
SPRING / SUMMER 2016
Welcome
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Wed 4 – Sat 7 May 2016
Guys & Dolls
4–5
Mary Poppins
6–7
Tue 17 – Sat 21 May 2016
Wed 25 May – Sun 19 Jun 2016
The Mikado
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Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor Dreamcoat 9
Wed 29 Jun – Sat 2 Jul 2016
Tue 5 – Sat 9 Jul 2016
The Last Tango
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Tue 12 – Sat 16 Jul 2016
One Night Only Shows
11–12
For 2016
Thriller Live
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The Pirates of Penzance
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Cats
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Mon 18 – Sat 23 July 2016
Fri 5 – Sun 7 Aug 2016
Tue 9 – Sat 20 Aug 2016
Mandela Trilogy
Wed 7 – Sat 10 Sep 2016
Mamma Mia
Tue 13 Sep – Sat 8 Oct 2016
16–17
18–18–19
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre
20
Peppa Pig
21
The Shawshank Redemption
22
English National Ballet Giselle
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Tue 11 – Wed 12 Oct 2016
Sat 15 – Sun 16 Oct 2016
Mon 17 – Sat 22 Oct 2016
Wed 26 – Sat 29 Oct 2016
Welsh National Opera
Tue 1 – Sat 5 Nov 2016
24–25
The Wind in the Willows
27
Million Dollar Quartet
29
Northern Ballet Beauty & the Beast 32
Sunny Afternoon 33
Thu 10 – Sun 20 Nov 2016
Tue 22 – Sat 26 Nov 2016
Wed 30 Nov – Sat 3 Dec 2016
Tues 6 – Sat 10 Dec 2016
Robin Hood Sat 17 Dec 2016 – Sun 8 Jan 2017
Further 2017 Shows
34–35
30–36–44
WED – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £38 | £35 | £32
THU 2PM £28 | £24 | £21
I am delighted by the quality and range
of productions we will be presenting
throughout 2016 and you will see several
shows already confirmed for 2017.
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The Guardian
Ensuring the right balance of shows is
our constant challenge and we have
some wonderful musicals appearing for the
first time on our stage including Mamma
Mia, The Wind in the Willows, Million Dollar
Quartet, Sunny Afternoon, Billy Elliot,
The Commitments and Wonderland.
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The Telegraph
1984
We continue to present the very best international
dance companies with the extraordinary Alvin
Ailey American Dance Theatre making their debut
alongside a new version of Giselle by English
National Ballet and a wonderful production
of Beauty & the Beast by Northern Ballet.
Along with some great comedy, our commitment
to young people continues with our Summer Youth
Project The Pirates of Penzance, the return of
everyone’s favourite farm yard animal Peppa Pig
and the South Coast’s biggest pantomime Robin
Hood starring Shane Richie and Jessie Wallace.
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Financial Times
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The Independent
A ballet by Jonathan Watkins
We will be celebrating the 30th Anniversary of
Mayflower Theatre in February 2017, so watch
out for some exciting birthday presents we will
be providing our customers over the next year.
Winston Smith lives in a world of absolute
conformity, his every action scrutinized by Big
Brother. However, when Winston meets Julia
he dares to rebel by falling in love.
We look forward to welcoming you
to Mayflower Theatre over the
coming months.
Based on George Orwell’s masterpiece and
created by Guest Choreographer and former
Royal Ballet dancer Jonathan Watkins,
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Northern Ballet’s 1984 will change the way
you think about ballet.
With a brand new score from Tony nominated
Composer Alex Baranowski played live by
Northern Ballet Sinfonia, see this iconic
classic reimagined for a modern audience.
FRI 6 MAY 12PM & 2PM
Michael Ockwell
£7.50
Children under 12
£6 per ticket
Photo Brian Slater
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Northern Ballet – 1984
Tortoise & the Hare
WEDNESDAY 4 – SATURDAY 7 MAY 2016
Northern Ballet bring their magic to Aesop’s
much-loved fable Tortoise & the Hare. This
child-friendly performance lasts approximately
40 minutes.
TUESDAY 17 – SATURDAY 21 MAY 2016
TUE – SAT 7.30PM, WED, THU & SAT 2PM £44.50 | £38.50 | £31.50 | £25
STARRING
RICHARD FLEESHMAN MAXWELL CAULFIELD
‘BURSTING WITH PIZZAZZ.
SPECTACULAR’
‘A GLITZY REVIVAL. TRULY
JAW-DROPPING’
THE TIMES
TIME OUT
‘THE MOST ECSTATIC MUSICAL. A PITCH PERFECT PRODUCTION’
METRO
EVENING STANDARD
‘JOY IN ITS PUREST FORM’
BBC RADIO 4
Direct from the West End, with six 2016
Olivier Award nominations including Best
Musical Revival and Best Choreography, the
sensational production of Guys and Dolls
that continues to wow audiences at
sell-out performances in London is
heading to Mayflower Theatre in May.
West End and Broadway star Richard
Fleeshman (Coronation Street; Ghost The Musical) plays ‘Sky Masterson’ with
Hollywood’s Maxwell Caulfield (The Colbys,
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Grease 2; Chicago) as ‘Nathan Detroit’. This
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.
Don’t leave it to lady luck! Book now for Guys
and Dolls, “The Greatest Golden-Age Musical
Of Them All” (The Times).
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Production photos of the original West End cast
METRO
WEDNESDAY 25 MAY – SUNDAY 19 JUNE 2016
FRI & SAT 7.30PM, SAT & SUN 2PM £62.50 | £57.50 | £49.50 | £39.50 | £29.50
TUE – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM £60 | £55 | £47 | £36 | £27.50
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh
present the multi award-winning musical
MARY POPPINS. The magical story of
the world’s favourite Nanny arriving on
Cherry Tree Lane has been triumphantly
and spectacularly brought to the stage
with dazzling choreography, incredible
effects and unforgettable songs.
The stage production of MARY POPPINS
is brilliantly adapted from the wonderful
stories by PL Travers and the beloved
Walt Disney film. It is co-created by
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Cameron Mackintosh and has a book
by Oscar-winning screenwriter and
Downton Abbey creator, Julian Fellowes.
With a timeless score by Richard M
Sherman and Robert B Sherman
including the songs;
Jolly Holiday, Step in Time,
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious
and Feed the Birds with new songs
and additional music and lyrics by
the Olivier award-winning British team
of George Stiles and Anthony Drewe.
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WEDNESDAY 29 JUNE – SATURDAY 2 JULY 2016
TUESDAY 5 JULY – SATURDAY 9 JULY 2016
WED – SAT 7.30PM, THU 2PM & SAT 2.30PM £44 | £39 | £28 | £21.50 | £17.50 | £8
TUE – THU 7PM, FRI 8PM, SAT 5PM & 8PM £36.50 | £29.50 | £25.50 | £19.50
THU & SAT 2PM £29.50| £25.50 | £21.50 | £18.50
T H E S COT T I S H O P E R A A N D D ’ OY LY C A R T E P R O D U C T I O N O F
“GO, GO, GO, JO”
“BRILLIANT! IT
EXPLODES LIKE
GLITTERING
FIREWORKS!”
The Mail on Sunday
“A TECHNICOLOUR
TRIUMPH!”
Sunday Times
The Independent
BILL KENWRIGHT
BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE
REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS
FROM BRIT
AIN’S GOT
TALENT
LUCY KAY
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New production
Sung in English with English supertitles
A first for Mayflower Theatre as Scottish Opera
and D’Oyly Carte present The Mikado. The
team behind 2013’s smash hit The Pirates of
Penzance is reunited for another Gilbert and
Sullivan comedy classic.
Director Martin Lloyd-Evans, alongside a
stellar cast, brings the fun to life with a delicious
mix of cheeky English Music Hall and exquisite
Japanese tradition. Packed with
anti-establishment silliness, and full of larger
than life characters including self serving
politicians that are all too recognisable today,
this playful show features some of G&S’s most
popular tunes, including ‘Three little maids’,
‘Tit-willow’ and ‘I’ve got a little list’.
“WHAT GREAT
ENTERTAINMENT!”
HHHH The Herald on The Pirates of Penzance
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Lyrics by
Music by
TIM RICE
ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER
Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ’Superb’,
‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim
Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling
family musical continues on its record
breaking tour having sold to date an estimated
15 million tickets. This magical musical is
full of unforgettable songs including Those
Canaan Days, Any Dream Will Do and Close
Every Door. Joe McElderry was just 18
when he won the sixth series of The X Factor
in 2009 and immediately went straight to
number one in the UK Singles Charts with
his debut single The Climb. He has since
gone on to have three top ten albums, as
well as notching up two more reality TV show
victories, winning ITV’s Pop Star to Opera Star
and Channel 4’s The Jump.
Lucy Kay rose to fame on Britain’s Got Talent
and scored her first number one after her
stunning debut album Fantasia shot straight
to the top of the Classical Album Charts.
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TUESDAY 12 – SATURDAY 16 JULY 2016
TUE – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £35 | £33 | £29 | £25
THU 2PM £29 | £27 | £24 | £19
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Bill Bailey
Julian Clary
Sun 8 May 8pm
£23
The Solid Silver
Sixties Show
Thu 12 May 7.30pm
£27.50 – £31.50
Russell Watson
Songs from the Heart
Thu 23 June 7.30pm
£35 – £48.50
That’ll Be the Day
30th Anniversary
Sat 25 June 7.30pm
£25 – £27
An Evening with Aggers
and Tuffers
Sun 3 July 7.30pm
£23 – £26
Sixties Gold
The Ultimate 5 Stars Line-Up
Jools Holland and his
Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
Brain Dump
Thu 13 October 7.30pm
£29.50 – £32.50
Sun 27 November 7.30pm
£40
Mon 28 November 8pm
£25.50 – £27.50
Limboland
Fri 13–Sat 14 May 8pm
£27
“Star presence and poise
danced with exuberant delight”
The Independent
“A triumph!”
Daily Telegraph
The nation’s favourite Strictly Come Dancing
stars dance 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 show. 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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OneNightOnly
MONDAY 18 – SATURDAY 23 JULY 2016
MON – FRI 7.30PM & SAT 8PM £32.50 | £29.50 | £25.50 | £19.50
THU 2PM & SAT 4PM £29.50 | £25.50 | £22.50 | £19.50
Katherine Jenkins: Celebration
Sunday 4 December 7pm £59 | £52 | £45 | £30
Join Katherine Jenkins as she performs a magnificent
concert of her favourite music and songs accompanied
by the London Concert Orchestra conducted by
Anthony Inglis.
Make an evening of your visit –
See Katherine Jenkins and book a 3 course meal.
Show ticket and 3 course meal price £94.95
Jimmy Carr: The Best Of, Ultimate,
Gold, Greatest Hits Tour
Sun 23 April 2017 7.30pm £29.50
Jimmy is gathering a selection of his very best jokes along
with brand new material for the ultimate comedy show.
“AN EXUBERANT BLAST!”
A man who has devoted his life to crafting perfect jokes
and has left a trail of laughter in his wake, Jimmy Carr’s
new tour will distil everything we love to laugh at and be
shocked by into one incredible, unparalleled night
of entertainment.
“This theatrical extravaganza
is a breathtaking celebration –
QUITE LITERALLY, THRILLING”
Daily Mail
The Stage
MAYFLOWER THEATRE OPEN DAY
Join us at our Open Day to celebrate Mayflower Theatre at 30.
We will be throwing open our doors for an
access all areas day. The day will give a
chance for everyone to gain a rare insight into
everything that happens on and off-stage
at one of the biggest theatres in the UK.
look into our archive and share your stories of
the theatre as part of our
Heritage: Engage project (supported
by the National Lottery through
the Heritage Lottery Fund)
There will also be a chance to find out more
about the exciting development plans for the
theatre over the coming years and to take a
More information about the
varied programme can be
found at mayflower.org.uk
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Direct from London’s West End where
it is now in its record breaking 8th
year, THRILLER LIVE is a spectacular
concert created to celebrate the career
of the world’s greatest entertainer.
Seen by over 3.5 million people in over 30
countries, THRILLER LIVE continues to
moonwalk around the world, taking you on a
visual, audio and electrifying journey through
the magic of Michael’s 45 year musical history.
You will experience over two hours of nonstop hits from pop to rock, soul to disco as the
cast play homage to Jackson’s legendary live
performances and innovative dance moves
executed with flair, precision and passion,
this is a show that you will never forget.
Expect your favourite songs delivered by
an exceptionally talented cast and band,
including: I Want You Back, ABC, Can
You Feel It, Off The Wall, The Way You
Make Me Feel, Smooth Criminal, Beat
It, Billie Jean, Dirty Diana, Bad, Rock
With You, They Don’t Care About Us,
Dangerous and Thriller plus many more!
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Photo of previous cast member
SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER 10AM – 4PM
TICKETS Adults £15 | Children Free | Members £10
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FRIDAY 5 – SUNDAY 7 AUGUST 2016
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FRI, SAT 7PM & SAT 3PM & SUN 1PM £16 | Under 16’s £13.50
TUESDAY 9 – SATURDAY 20 AUGUST 2016
MON – SAT 7.30PM, WED 10TH, THU & SAT 2PM £44.50 | £38.50 | £31.50 | £25
Mayflower Summer Youth Project 2016
presents a new version of Gilbert & Sullivan’s
Some pirates are the scourge of the
Caribbean, but not this bunch!
Mayflower Theatre’s Summer Youth
production for 2016 sets sail on a high
spirited hilarious adventure following a
sentimental band of rogues and their swash
buckling Pirate King. Frederic the hero must
remain an apprentice to the pirate gang until
his 21st Birthday, which is all very well…
Unless you were born on 29th February
in a leap year! With blundering policemen,
a very modern Major-General, and
a sensational score of memorable songs,
join us for a jolly pirate romp in this
Gilbert and Sullivan classic with
a Broadway twist.
Book by Sir William Schwenck Gilbert
Music by Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan
Musical adaptation by William Elliott
As presented on Broadway by
The New York Shakespeare Festival,
Joseph Papp (Producer)
Directed by Wilford Leach
Choreography by Graciela Daniele
Previous Mayflower Summer Youth productions
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This amateur production is represented by
arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LTD.
On behalf of MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL of NEW YORK.
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Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking
2015 Olivier award nominated musical CATS
returns to Southampton direct from its
sell-out seasons at the London Palladium.
their wise and benevolent leader, makes
the Jellicle choice and announces which of
them will go up to The Heaviside Layer and
be reborn into a whole new Jellicle life.
Adapted from TS Eliot’s ‘Old
Possum’s Book of Practical Cats’, this
“groundbreaking musical” (Daily Express)
comes together in a sparkling fusion of music,
dance and verse, and has now taken on a
new life for a new generation. On just one
special night of the year, all Jellicle cats meet
at the Jellicle Ball where Old Deuteronomy,
With “timeless music, spectacular
sets and a superb cast” (Daily Mirror),
breathtaking choreography and of course
the unforgettable ‘Memory’, CATS is a
magical musical like no other. Let CATS
thrill you once again, but don’t miss out
on a seat – act fast and book your tickets
today! “It’s the cat’s whiskers” (The Times).
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WEDNESDAY 7 – SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER 2016
WED – SAT 7.30PM & THU & SAT 2PM £46 | £42 | £35 | £25 | £19 | £9
FROM THE COMPANY THAT BROUGHT
YOU THE STUNNING PORGY & BESS
Wales Millennium Centre presents
Images: John Snelling
Cape Town Opera
From tribal initiation rites on the banks of
the Mbashe River, through the heady and
rebellious jazz-fuelled days in Sophiatown; to
incarceration and reflection on Robben Island
and finally beyond, to freedom – this is the
story of one of the world’s most iconic figures.
The upbeat jazz and swing-influenced songs
of Sophiatown in the central section of the
piece are framed on either side by musical
styles more familiar in contemporary opera –
with a dash of authentic Xhosa folk music that
grounds the production in its African roots.
The amazing life of Nelson Mandela is
brought vividly to the stage by Cape
Town Opera in a large-scale celebration
and tribute to the man who touched
hearts and minds around the world.
Written by two different composers each act
is in stark contrast to the others, but with an
over-arching dramatic theme that shines a
light on the life of an extraordinary man.
Told in three parts by a cast of over 60 South
African performers, the music matches the
vastly different phases of his journey.
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“…ONE OF THE GREAT
STORIES OF OUR TIME”
HHHH The Guardian
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TUESDAY 13 SEPTEMBER –
SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER 2016
“THIS WINNER WILL TAKE IT ALL”
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS
FRI & SAT 7.30PM, SAT 2.30PM £59.50 | £54.50 | £44.50 | £29.50
MON – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM £55 | £50 | £40 | £26
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‘THE SUNNIEST OF ALL MUSICALS’
COMES TO SOUTHAMPTON
SUNDAY
EXPRESS
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Join the ultimate feel-good party at
MAMMA MIA!, the world’s sunniest and
most exhilarating smash-hit musical!
Set on a Greek island paradise, a story of
love, friendship and identity is cleverly told
through the timeless songs of ABBA.
Sophie’s quest to discover the father she’s
never known brings her mother face to face
with three men from her distant romantic past
on the eve of a wedding they’ll never forget.
This irresistibly funny show has been
thrilling audiences all around the world
and now the party comes to Mayflower
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Theatre, so there’s never been a better
time to see this unforgettable musical.
Whatever age you are, you can’t help but
have the time of your life at MAMMA MIA!
“THE ULTIMATE FEELGOOD SHOW”
Classic FM
“ABBA – SOLUTELY
FABULOUS”
Daily Mail
“THANK YOU FOR
THE MUSICAL”
The Times
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TUESDAY 11 – WEDNESDAY 12 OCTOBER 2016
SATURDAY 15 – SUNDAY 16 OCTOBER 2016
TUE & WED 7.30PM £35 | £29 | £19
WED 2PM A one hour educational programme with a performance of Revelations £15
SAT & SUN 10AM, 1PM, 4PM £18 | Family ticket £58 | Under 16’s £16
Dance Consortium Presents
B RA N D
N EW
LIV E
SHOW!
“A rollicking, all singing,
dancing, interactive adventure”
Daily Telegraph
Peppa Pig © Astley Baker Davies Ltd / Entertainment One UK Ltd 2003
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One of the world’s best dance companies
makes their Southampton debut in 2016
bringing their breath-taking talent and technique
to Mayflower Theatre’s stage with a dazzling
array of offerings. Direct from New York, under
the leadership of Artistic Director Robert
Battle, Ailey continues to wow audiences and
critics around the world.
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The all-star line-up includes Exodus, Four
Corners, After the Rain Pas de Deux, and the
beloved crowd-pleaser Revelations, the most
widely-seen modern dance work in the world.
Post Show Q&A after Tue 11 Oct performance
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★★★★★
“A treat for your little one’s
eyes and ears.”
★★★★
“Enjoyably inventive.”
Time Out
Daily Express
Surprise! Peppa Pig, George and their friends
are back in a brand new live stage show, Peppa
Pig’s Surprise. It’s a lovely day and Peppa is
playing outside with her friends. Mummy Pig
and Daddy Pig have got a surprise for her and
George – they can’t guess what it is, can you?
Enjoy fun, loads of songs and of course surprises
in this charming, colourful new show. Peppa
Pig’s Surprise promises to be the perfect
theatre show for all pre-schoolers!
Running time 1 hour 30 minutes.
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MONDAY 17 – SATURDAY 22 OCTOBER 2016
WEDNESDAY 26 – SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER 2016
TUE – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £34.50 | £31.50 | £28.50 | £16.50
MON 7.30PM & THU 2PM £29.50 | £24.50 | £19.50 | £15.50
WED-SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2.30PM £45 | £43.50 | £33.50 | £22 | £10.75
THU 2PM £36.50 | £33.50 | £26.50 | £22 | £10.75
BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
Based on the short novel by
Adapted by Owen
Stephen King
O’Neill and Dave Johns
Akram Khan’s
Giselle
The Observer
Based on the 1982 novella Rita Hayworth
and Shawshank Redemption, this
thrilling stage production examines
desperation, injustice, friendship and
hope behind the claustrophobic bars of
a maximum security facility. The 1994
feature film, regularly voted Britain’s
favourite ever movie, starred Tim
Robbins and Morgan Freeman and was
nominated for seven Academy Awards.
Despite protests of his innocence,
Andy Dufresne is handed a double life
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“GRITTY...
CAPTIVATING”
The Richmond Guardian
sentence for the brutal murder of his
wife and her lover. Incarcerated at the
notorious Shawshank facility, he quickly
learns that no one can survive alone.
Andy strikes up an unlikely friendship
with the prison fixer Red, and things take
a slight turn for the better. However, when
Warden Stammas decides to bully Andy
into subservience and exploit his talents
for accountancy, a desperate plan is
quietly hatched…
Contains adult themes
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“ELECTRIFYING – IT TRULY IS A
MUST-SEE SHOW”
In one of the most anticipated dance events of
2016, award-winning choreographer Akram
Khan creates a new version of Giselle, the
greatest romantic ballet. English National
Ballet and Akram Khan previously collaborated
on a critically-acclaimed pieced called Dust as
part of the Lest We Forget programme in 2014.
Academy Award-winning designer Tim Yip,
famous for his work on the hit film Crouching
Tiger, Hidden Dragon, will be creating a
stunning set design to the piece, while
composer Ben Frost will create an adaptation
of the original score, performed by English
National Ballet Philharmonic. For Tamara
Rojo, Artistic Director of English National
Ballet, “Giselle is a ballet that lives in both the
real and spiritual world; this is why I thought it
Photo: Tamara Rojo and Akram Khan in rehearsals
© Laurent Liotardo
would be particularly appropriate for Akram
Khan, whose work often represents those two
worlds”. Akram Khan agrees: “I am eager to
start the creation of Giselle. It is a beautiful
and iconic piece, and I am looking forward to
bringing my own take on it”.
The original ballet is a timeless tale of love,
heartbreak and redemption: “It is a story that
you find in some way in every culture, the
woman deceived who dies of a broken heart,
and the spirit of this woman that either
forgives or seeks revenge”, says Rojo.
Akram Khan’s Giselle has been named one
of the must-see cultural events of 2016 by
The Independent, The Times, The Sunday
Times and The Mail on Sunday.
Don’t miss this unique interpretation of the iconic ballet.
Co-produced by Manchester International Festival and Sadler’s Wells, London
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TUESDAY 1 & WEDNESDAY 2 NOVEMBER 2016
THURSDAY 3 – SATURDAY 5 NOVEMBER 2016
PRICES BELOW
THU – SAT 7.30PM £44 | £39 | £28 | £21.50 | £17.50 | £8
Shakespeare’s plays are some of the greatest in the English language and have inspired composers to create great operas and musicals.
This autumn WNO commemorates the 400 anniversary of the death of the bard with three very different nights at the theatre.
Cole Porter’s
Kiss me, Kate
Music & Lyrics by COLE PORTER
Book by BELLA & SAMUEL SPEWACK
Critical Edition By DAVID CHARLES ABELL
& SEANN ALDERKING
A co-production with OPERA NORTH
Another Op’nin’, Another Show…
The Merchant
of Venice
André Tchaikowsky
7PM TUES 1 NOVEMBER £41 | £36 | £25 | £18.50 | £14.50 | £8
Shylock is a proud and defiant man. But when
he demands a severe debt to be repaid he
becomes a victim of his own intransigence
and most seriously, the prejudice of others.
Composed by a Jewish man who had endured
life in the Warsaw ghetto, The Merchant
of Venice is a powerful and serious attack
on prejudice but also contains moments of
tender beauty.
Free pre-performance talk 5.45pm
Call the box office to book.
Macbeth
Verdi
7.15PM WED 2 NOVEMBER £44 | £39 | £28 | £21.50 | £17.50 | £8
Verdi described Shakespeare’s play as ‘one
of mankind’s greatest creations’ and his
adaptation is fittingly brooding and ferocious.
Oliver Mears’ gripping modern day production
brings this thrilling opera urgently to life.
Free pre-performance talk 5.45pm
Call the box office to book.
wno.org.uk/macbeth
Both plays feature Real-Time Surtitles, making
the productions easy to follow throughout.
wno.org.uk/venice
WNO Spring 2017 season also on sale: Le Vin herbe, La boheme & Madam Butterfly
1940s Baltimore. And it’s op’nin’ night
of a musical version of The Taming of
the Shrew. Rehearsals are over,
costumes donned and there’s
a 10 minute curtain call.
What you’re about to witness is a
whole lot more than Shakespeare’s
comic love story…
Leading lady and superstar Lilli Vanessi
is the ex-wife of the show’s charming
leading man, Fred Graham. Fred has a
fondness for flirtatious fresh-face, Lois
Lane. Meanwhile, Lois’ boyfriend Bill is
getting himself into debt (under Fred’s
name) which leads to hairy encounters
with a pair of foolhardy gangsters.
The stories unfold on and off-stage,
comically intertwined in Cole Porter’s
classic musical. Full of wit, dance, show
business and hit songs including Another
Op’nin’, Another Show, Brush Up Your
Shakespeare, Always True to You in My
Fashion, Kiss Me, Kate will leave any Tom,
Dick or Harry grinning from ear to ear.
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THURSDAY 10 – SUNDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2016
TUE – SAT 7.30PM & THU, SAT & SUN 2PM £47.50 | £39.50 | £32.50 | £25
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MUSIC & LYRICS
GEORGE STILES & ANTHONY DREWE
Kenneth Grahame’s wild tale about the
thrill-seeking, lovable menace Mr Toad comes
to life in a brand new stage musical with a
book by Oscar-winning screenwriter and
Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and
Olivier Award-winning composer and lyricist
team George Stiles and Anthony Drewe.
Ratty, Badger and Mole join the exuberant
Toad and embark on a series of adventures
and misadventures caused by his insatiable
need for speed! Imprisoned for theft and
with his existence under threat from the
inhabitants of the Wild Wood, Toad must
attempt a daring escape to defend Toad
Hall. Featuring spectacular stagecraft and
a company of over fifty, this sparkling new
musical with a glorious original score brings
this treasured British classic to life in what is
set to be 2016’s wildest theatrical adventure!
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TUE – THU 7.30PM, THU 2PM £39.50 | £34.50 | £27.50 | £21.50
FRI – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £44.50 | £39.50 | £32.50 | £24.50
Whether you’re 18 months old, or 100 years old, Mayflower Engage has a workshop
for you! We offer the opportunity to work with professional musical theatre
performers, actors and musicians in a wide range of workshops to help you
to develop your performance skills, have fun and make new friends.
X WO R KSHOPS
Thriller Dance Workshop
2 June 2016 £18 per person or £15 per person if
purchased in conjunction with our Thriller Vocal &
Harmony Workshops – available via Box Office on
02380 711811.
Beginners Dance Workshop:
10.00am – 12.30pm
Put on a Show – 2 Day
Drama Workshop
Advanced Dance Workshop:
13.30pm – 16.00pm
31 May – 1 June 2016 £40
The clock is ticking! Are you ready to put
together a polished performance to show to an
audience in just two days? Have you got the
stamina to devise, rehearse, create characters
and perform to family and friends? If the
answer is YES! and you are aged between
8–12 then join us for two days of special
summer fun.
Thriller Vocal & Harmony Workshops
Do you want to dance like Michael Jackson?
Love dance, movement and choreography?
Then book onto this Michael Jackson Dance
Workshop! You’ll be inspired with a fun and
high energy workshop learning and developing
choreography to classic MJ favourites.
Thriller workshops will take place at
St. Barnabas Hall, Lodge Road, Southampton
SO14 6QS
2 June 2016 £18 per person or £15 per person
if purchased in conjunction with our Thriller Dance
Workshop – available via Box Office on
02380 711811.
“The show that left
me all shook up!”
HHHH Daily Mail
“A feel good musical with
a soundtrack to die for”
HHHH Independent
Workshop 1:
10.00am – 12.30pm
Workshop 2:
13.30pm – 16.00pm
Do you want to sing like Michael Jackson?
If you’d like to learn about vocal technique,
harmony singing and performance skills, this is
the workshop for you. We’ll be learning a couple
of classic Michael Jackson songs and will
develop them to a performance level.
Registration is now open for
Mayflower Musical Youth Theatre (MMYT).
If you want to learn new life skills, gain confidence and
perform around the region then head on over to our website:
mayflower.org.uk/engage
Following its success in the West End, Las
Vegas and on Broadway, MILLION DOLLAR
QUARTET is coming to Southampton! This
worldwide smash-hit musical is inspired by
the famous recording session that brought
together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley,
Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl
Perkins for the first and only time.
greatest jam sessions ever. MILLION
DOLLAR QUARTET brings that legendary
night to life, featuring a score of rock hits
including Blue Suede Shoes, Fever, That’s
All Right, Sixteen Tons, Great Balls of Fire,
Walk the Line, Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,
Who Do You Love?, Matchbox, Folsom Prison
Blues, Hound Dog and many more.
On December 4, 1956, these four star
musicians gathered at Sun Records in
Memphis for what would be one of the
Don’t miss your chance to discover the true
story of one unforgettable night that made
rock’n’roll history!
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Put your business in the spotlight. We welcomed
over 600,000 visitors last year; a significant
audience that your business could be reaching
on a regular basis.
When to book
Telephone bookings
02380 711811
Group bookings
02380 711812
For further information about our corporate
sponsorship opportunities please contact
Jenny Boland, Fundraising Manager on 02380
711834 or email [email protected]
Mon – Thu 9.30am – 8.30pm
Fri 10am – 8.30pm
Sat 9.30am – 8.30pm
(5.30pm when no performance)
Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions apply to the sale of tickets;
call the box office or visit:
mayflower.org.uk/terms_and_conditions for full details.
Mayflower Theatre
Box Office*
A £1 restoration levy per ticket is included in the price
for most shows from January 2017, this will help us
raise funds towards preserving the heritage of our
wonderful Grade II listed theatre.
We cannot give refunds or re-sell any tickets sold
through Mayflower Theatre or our agents except in the
case of cancellation of the event. We reserve the right
to make any alteration to shows without prior notice.
Whilst every effort is made to ensure that information
is correct in our What’s On Guide at the time of going
to press, changes to prices and productions may
sometimes occur, so please check when you book.
Please book early as prices may increase. There may
be age restrictions or age guidance on specific shows.
We may have this information in this What’s On Guide
or on the website, but it is worth double checking
when you book. Generally under 2s are not admitted
except to productions aimed at families but please
check when booking. When you are watching a show,
please do not take photos, video, or record the audio.
Please also remember that everyone is there to have
a great time so don’t spoil it for others by using your
phone, talking or unwrapping noisy sweets. We reserve
the right to refuse admission. Offers and discounts
are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any
time. They apply to full price tickets unless otherwise
stated and are available on selected performances
and seats. Only one offer/discount per ticket.
Concessions are often available. Students must show
valid, full time ID on the night to qualify for discounts.
This brochure is available in an audio version when
requested. This brochure is printed on FSC certified
paper. We always strive to offer you the highest
standard of service. If you have any comments, please
write to us:
Customer Relations, Mayflower Theatre,
Empire Lane, Southampton SO15 1AP.
Or contact us by email at:
[email protected]
Call the box office: 02380 711811
Or visit: mayflower.org.uk
Mon – Thu 9.30am – 9pm
Fri 10am – 9pm
Sat 9.30am – 9pm
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*Closing times may vary depending
on production time
How to find us
By Car
Our address is Mayflower Theatre,
Commercial Road, Southampton
but it is advisable to use the
postcode SO15 1GE in your sat nav.
Grosvenor Square, West Park
Road and Southbrook Road are
the nearest car parks. Give yourself
plenty of time and don’t worry if you
are early – come in and have a drink
before the show starts.
Theatre Tours
Join one of our experienced guides for a tour
around our historic theatre. Learn more about how
we run a successful venue and visit parts of the
theatre not normally open to the general public.
Dates available:
Tours run from:
Saturday 17th September 10.30am – 12.30pm
Saturday 29th October
Prices
Saturday 26th November
Adults: £12
Young people U16: £9
For groups of 10+ please contact us directly to arrange your own private tour.
By Train
We are less than five minutes walk
from Southampton Central Rail
Station. Head out of the station
from Platform 1 and turn right.
The Risk Free symbol on selected
productions is our guarantee that
you will enjoy them. If you don’t like
the performance, we will give you a
credit against another show.
You must notify the Front of House
Manager on the evening of the
show to be eligible for a credit
against your account.
WED 30 NOVEMBER – SAT 3 DECEMBER 2016
TUESDAY 6 – SATURDAY 10 DECEMBER 2016
WED – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £38 | £35 | £32
THU 2PM £28 | £24 | £21
WED, THU 2PM £29.50 | £24.50
TUE – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £44.50 | £39.50 | £32.50 | £25
“A TRIUMPHANT
SUCCESS”
The Telegraph
Winner of the 2015 Olivier Award for Best
New Musical, Sunny Afternoon is an
irresistible musical with slick theatricality
and ingenious storytelling at its heart. It tells
the captivating tale of how one of Britain’s
greatest bands, The Kinks, rose to stardom.
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A handsome Prince is transformed into a
Beast as punishment for his ugly arrogance.
Only true love can break the spell – but who
could love a monster like him?
to life in a kaleidoscope of colour, set to an
infectious score, including music by SaintSäens, Bizet and Debussy, played live by
Northern Ballet Sinfonia.
Northern Ballet’s Beauty & the Beast brings
one of the world’s most famous fairytales
Book now to see this remarkable company
bring a new magic to this enduring story.
Step into swinging 60s Britain and discover
how The Kinks found their definitive
sound that rocked a nation and influenced
generations. Feel the euphoric highs
and experience the power of a live Kinks
performance as we witness the band’s
beginnings, their barnstorming debut on Top
of the Pops, their infamous American tour and
their triumphant comeback.
Featuring the iconic hits You Really Got
Me, Waterloo Sunset, Dedicated Follower
of Fashion, All Day and All of the Night,
Lola, Sunny Afternoon and many more, this
production fizzes with energy, and is a fresh
new ‘Great British Musical’ (The Times) that
will make your spirits soar.
With music and lyrics by Ray Davies (Olivier
Award for Outstanding Achievement in
Music), a new book by Joe Penhall and
direction by Edward Hall, Sunny Afternoon’s
faultless musicianship and brilliant songs
come together for a moving portrayal of The
Kinks’ amazing journey during the youthful,
rebellious 1960s.
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SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER 2016 –
SUNDAY 8 JANUARY 2017
ANOTHER HILARIOUS, RIP-ROARING
MAYFLOWER THEATRE PANTOMIME
PRICES FROM £15 – £39.50 Full performance schedule on the website
TUE 3 JAN 1.30PM Relaxed performance £9 see p30 for details A sensational cast led by soap royalty Shane Richie and
Jessie Wallace in the South Coast’s biggest family pantomime!
It’s never too early to book your seats for the
Mayflower Theatre pantomime, seen by over
55,000 theatregoers each Christmas.
Join the legendary Robin Hood as he
tries to win the hand of the beautiful Maid
Marion while he and his trusty band of Merry
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Men outwit the evil Sheriff of Nottingham
in a show packed full of comedy, action,
adventure and plenty of glitz and glamour! Get
ready for a sheriff-busting, arrow-shooting,
tights-wearing, hog-roasting pantomime
extravaganza and book today for this
unmissable festive treat for all the family!
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WEDNESDAY 11 – SATURDAY 14 JANUARY 2017
WEDNESDAY 25 – SATURDAY 28 JANUARY 2017
WED – SAT 7.30PM £32 | £29 | £26 | £19
THU & SAT 2PM £27 | £24 | £22.50 | £17.50
WED – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £48.50 | £43.50 | £33.50 | £22 | £10.75
THU 2PM £36.50 | £33.50 | £26.50 | £22 | £10.75
THE WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL
ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MUSICAL!
“This show is an absolute must!”
The Sun
“A joyful crowd were singing along to each of the tunes from the
fantastic live band from the off. And when it came to the finale,
an up-tempo Rave On, followed by the incredible Oh Boy, they
were on their feet and dancing in the aisles.”
Southern Daily Echo
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tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his meteoric rise
to fame, to his final legendary performance
at The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa.
Seen by over 22 million people worldwide.
Book now for the most successful rock and
roll show of all time! This sensational multi
award winning West End show is returning
to Mayflower Theatre.
Forget feel good, Buddy – The Buddy
Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the
drama, passion and excitement as a cast of
phenomenally talented actors and musicians
Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest
songs ever written, including;
That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On,
La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode,
Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and many
many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb!
“The audience go absolutely crazy.
It’s the show you’ll never forget”
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Music SERGEI PROKOFIEV
Choreography DAVID BINTLEY
Designs JOHN F. MACFARLANE
Lighting DAVID A. FINN
“THIS SUMPTUOUS CINDERELLA
IS A BANQUET FOR THE EYES.”
The Daily Telegraph
Pre-performance talk, Friday 27 January, 6.30pm, FREE to all audience members
Company class on stage, Saturday 28 January, 10.45am, £10 per ticket
First Steps, a child’s first ballet Friday 27 January, 1pm, £10 per ticket.
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This enchanting fairy-tale is a glorious
celebration of ballet, taking a neglected
and mistreated girl out of the kitchen and
into the starry realm of her dreams. With
designs by John Macfarlane (The Nutcracker)
and a spellbinding score by Prokofiev,
this Cinderella is an intoxicating work of
imagination, praised by audiences and critics
alike. Cinderella promises to be the dance
event of 2017 – an unforgettable experience.
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TUESDAY 31 JANUARY –
SATURDAY 4 FEBRUARY 2017
TUE 7 – SAT 11 MAR 2017
TUE 21 – SAT 25 MAR 2017
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FRI – SAT 7.30PM SAT 2PM £47.50 | £42.50 | £29.50 | £22.50
HHHHH‘THE MUSICAL WE’VE BEEN WAITING FOR.
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On the night Brian Bishop murdered his
wife, he was sixty miles away, asleep in
bed. At least that’s what he claims but
all the evidence confronting Detective
Superintendent Roy Grace suggests he’s
guilty as sin. As Grace also continues to
deal with the mysterious disappearance of
his own wife, he starts to dig a little deeper
in to the thrilling case and it soon becomes
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Following the huge sell-out success
of THE PERFECT MURDER and DEAD
SIMPLE, the thrilling work of multi million
selling author Peter James returns to
Mayflower Theatre with the world premiere
production of NOT DEAD ENOUGH. Connect
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BASED ON THE FILM BY MICHAEL POWELL AND EMERIC PRESSBURGER
AND THE HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN FAIRYTALE
MUSIC BY BERNARD HERRMANN
A beloved fairytale and Academy Awardwinning movie, The Red Shoes has seduced
audiences and inspired generations with its
tale of obsession, possession and one girl’s
dream to be the greatest dancer in the world.
Matthew Bourne’s magical adaptation is set
to a new score arranged by Terry Davies using
the music of golden-age Hollywood composer,
Bernard Herrmann (famous for his work with
Alfred Hitchcock and Orson Welles), with
sumptuous set and costume designs by Lez
Brotherston, Paule Constable (lighting) and
Paul Groothuis (sound).
The Red Shoes will dazzle your senses
and break your heart.
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NEIL ECKERSLEY
presents
A whole new adventure
for the Alice in us all
TUESDAY 7 FEBRUARY – SATURDAY 4 MARCH 2017
MON – THU 7.30PM & THU 2PM £62 | £55 | £46 | £36 | £22
FRI 7.30PM & SAT 2PM & 7.30PM £65 | £58 | £49 | £39 | £25
‘FUNNY, TOUCHING AND SHAMELESSLY ENJOYABLE’
THE INDEPENDENT
“AN INSPIRATIONAL MUSICAL”
New York Times
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‘ELECTRIFYING’
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Atomising bodies, movement, film, sound
and light into miniature shards of intense
sensation, Atomos is a work by cutting-edge
contemporary choreographer and Olivier
Award winner Wayne McGregor.
Music by Frank Wildhorn Lyrics by Jack Murphy
Book by Gregory Boyd & Jack Murphy UK adaptation by Ava Eldred
UK & European Première
Known for his unique, tenacious questioning
across the interface of art and science and
through the body and mind, McGregor has
remained at the forefront of contemporary
arts for the past 20 years. He recently
choreographed the stunning opening
sequence at the 2016 BRIT Awards.
Following sold out seasons in Tampa, Texas
and Tokyo, the multi Grammy, Tony and Drama
Desk Award nominated Frank Wildhorn’s
Wonderland receives its UK and European
première in this brand new British production.
Ten incredible dancers perform McGregor’s
unique style: sculptural, rigorous, jarring and
hauntingly beautiful. This ground-breaking
show contains a segment of 3D which will
immerse the audience into a stunning audio
visual feast.
Hailed by the New York Times as “inspirational”,
Wonderland is an enchanting musical
adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s
Adventures in Wonderland and Through the
Looking Glass, with a huge heart, a medley of
magic and a whole lot of wonder.
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Don’t miss your chance to see this multi-award winning sensation
when the tour arrives at Mayflower Theatre in February 2017.
Billy Elliot the Musical, one of the
most beloved shows on stage today,
is embarking on its first ever UK and
Ireland tour after eleven extraordinary
years in London’s West End.
Set in a small mining town in the north east
of England, against the background of the
1984/85 miners’ strike, Billy Elliot is the
inspirational story of a young boy’s struggle
against the odds to make his dream come
true. Follow Billy’s journey as he stumbles
out of the boxing ring and into a ballet
class where he discovers a passion for
dance that inspires his family and whole
community and changes his life forever.
Featuring a timeless score by Elton
John, sensational dance and a powerful
story that has captivated millions around
the world, Billy Elliot the Musical is a
funny, uplifting and spectacular theatrical
experience that will stay with you forever.
“Best musical of the decade”
Time Magazine
“The greatest British
musical ever”
Daily Telegraph
Please note that Billy Elliot the Musical contains some strong
language. For further information, please call the box office.
Box Office: 02380 711811
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TUE 6 – SAT 17 JUN 2017
MON – SAT 7.30PM, THU & SAT 2PM
PRICES FROM £20 – £48.50 For full details
of performance and prices see website
MON 10 – SAT 15 JUL 2017
MON – SAT 7.30PM, THU 2PM & SAT 3PM
£34.50 | £30.50 | £27.50 | £22
TUESDAY 14 – SATURDAY 18 MARCH 2017
WED & THU 2PM £39.50 | £34.50 | £29.50 | £24
TUE – SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM £44.50 | £39.50 | £32.50 | £25
WINNER!
B E L I E V E
BEST NEW COMEDY
OLIVIER AWARDS 2015
★★★★★
‘I FEARED I WAS GOING
TO HYPERVENTILATE’
DAILY MAIL
O H MY L O V E, MY D A R L I N G…
I ’ V E H U N G E R E D F O R YO U R T O U C H
BILL KENWRIGHT
An all new production of the Broadway and
West End smash hit musical comedy returns
starring Alexandra Burke (The X Factor,
The Bodyguard).
Directed and choreographed by Craig Revel
Horwood, Sister Act is the feel-amazing
musical comedy based on the smash hit
movie starring Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie
Smith. Featuring original music by Tony®
and 8-time Oscar® winner Alan Menken
(Disney’s Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast,
Newsies, Enchanted), dazzling dance routines
and songs inspired by Motown, soul and
disco, Sister Act is the funniest and funkiest
musical around.
Please note: Alexandra Burke will not appear at any
matinee performances.
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Book Online: mayflower.org.uk
PRESENTS
A NEW PRODUCTION OF
The West End’s best-selling, Olivier Awardwinning comedy is coming to Southampton.
The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are
putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as
the title suggests, everything that can go
wrong… does. As the accident-prone thesps
battle to reach their final curtain call,
hilarious results ensue!
Hailed a “Gut-busting hit” by the New York
Times, this smash hit show has won a host
of celebrity endorsements,
such as Ant and Dec:
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BOOK & LYRICS BY
MUSIC & LYRICS BY
BRUCE JOEL RUBIN
DAVE STEWART & GLEN BALLARD
BASED ON THE PARAMOUNT PICTURES FILM WRITTEN BY BRUCE JOEL RUBIN
The timeless love story, GHOST the musical,
returns in a brand new production for 2017.
Walking back to their apartment one night,
Sam and Molly are mugged, leaving Sam
murdered on a dark street. Sam is trapped
as a ghost between this world and the next
and unable to leave Molly who he learns is
in grave danger. With the help of a phoney
storefront psychic, Oda Mae Brown, Sam
tries to communicate with Molly in the hope
of saving and protecting her. Written by multi
Brit-Award winner Dave Stewart and Grammy
award winning Glen Ballard, with a script
by Bruce Joel Rubin based on his OSCAR
winning screenplay, GHOST brings all the
romance and magic of the classic story to life
with stunning music and illusions.
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Daily Mail
RETURNS TO SOUTHAMPTON IN 2017
A NEW PLAY BY
SIMON STEPHENS
BASED ON THE BEST-SELLING NOVEL BY
MARK HADDON
MON 27 MARCH – SAT 1 APRIL 2017
WHAT’S ON
SPRING / SUMMER 2016