Jason Manford - Isle of Wight Council

Programme of events
October • November • December 2014
Jason Manford
21 and 22 November
Also appearing:
Peppa Pig’s Big Splash • Henning Wehn • Band of HM Royal Marines
Limehouse Lizzy • Syd Lawrence • Sharon Shannon
Sing-a-long-a-Grease • Vienna Festival Ballet • Talon
This autumn there’s comedy from Henning Wehn
and Jason Manford, ballet and opera. Don’t miss our
special family show – Peppa Pig’s Big Splash. Plus a
packed community programme of music, songs and
talks.
October
4 Saturday,
5 Sunday
9 Thursday
12 Sunday
19 Sunday
24 Friday,
25 Saturday
26 Sunday
28 Tuesday,
29 Wednesday
30 Thursday
31 Friday
Comedy
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Dance
Peppa Pig’s Big Splash
Vectis DFAS
Henning Wehn
IW Youth Concert Band
Mid-Wales Opera
Wight Diamonds
Out of the West End
Band of HM Royal Marines
Limehouse Lizzy
Exhibition
Film
Lecture
Music
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Performance
November
2 Sunday
9 Sunday
13 Thursday
15 Saturday
20 Thursday
21 Friday,
22 Saturday
24 Monday
28 Thursday
29 Friday
Medina Tattoo
Syd Lawrence
Sharon Shannon
IW Symphony Orchestra
Vectis DFAS
Jason Manford
The Way Forward
Rumpy Pumpy
Cantata Choir
December
1 Monday
2 Tuesday,
3 Wednesday
4 Thursday
6 Saturday
7 Sunday
10 Wednesday,
11 Thursday,
12 Friday
13 Saturday
14 Sunday
15 Monday
22 Monday to
31 Wednesday
January: 2 Friday,
3 Saturday
Sing-a-long-a-Grease
Vienna Festival Ballet
Talon
IW Music Service
Medina Community Choir
Cabaret
IW Music Service
IW Youth Concert Band
Vectis DFAS
Cinderella
Would you like to keep up-to-date with events at Medina
Theatre? If you’d like a copy of our quarterly programme,
please ask the box office to include you on our email list.
As well as the programme, we can send you occasional
information on special offers.
You can also find out more about Medina Theatre
events and book online at medinatheatre.co.uk
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Peppa Pig’s Big Splash
This brand new production comes fresh from the huge
successes of the two previous tours, Peppa Pig’s Party and
Peppa Pig’s Treasure Hunt.
The nursery roof is leaking and Peppa and her friends need to
fix it quickly. They set up a fete to raise the money for Mr Bull
to do the repairs. There’s plenty of fun to be had as Peppa,
George, Mummy and Daddy Pig, as well as Danny Dog, Pedro
Pony and Suzy Sheep put up bunting, run stalls and organise
a great day out. There’s also a champion puddle jumping
competition judged by Mr Potato where everyone gets wet
and Peppa needs to find her Golden Boots.
Another all-singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs,
games and muddy puddles is guaranteed for all the family.
Saturday 4 October, 1pm and 4pm
Sunday 5 October, 10am and 1pm
Tickets £15/£13 junior/£50 family (2+2)
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Henning Wehn: Einz, Zwei, DIY
After more than a decade in Britain, Henning Wehn the
German Comedy Ambassador has ‘groan’ to like puns –
though he still couldn’t eat a whole one.
As Henning’s assimilation is not yet complete, he hasn’t lost
his sense of Westphalian wonderment at the foibles of British
society.
Why does everybody want to be owned by a house? What’s
wrong with having the Euro? And why hold society and
government responsible for personal underachievement?
You’ve only got yourself to blame for not being born into a
better social class.
Expect an evening-long crash course in personal
accountability and have a right old laugh at the same time!
Wunderbar!
Sunday 12 October, 7.30pm
Tickets £15
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Carmen
Mid-Wales Opera
This exciting new
production of
a much-loved
opera is directed
by world-famous
opera and theatre
director, Jonathan
Miller, with MWO’s
Artistic Director
Nicholas Cleobury
conducting.
Bizet’s masterpiece
is the tale of
the captivating
temptress –
Carmen, played by
Australian soprano
Helen Sherman
– who seduces the naive Don José and whisks him off on
a journey of love, loss, betrayal and jealousy, ending in
tragedy when, in a passionate rage, Don José kills Carmen
in one of the most dramatic moments in stage history.
This intense and intimate new production – performed
in English in a translation by Rory Bremner – features
classics such as the Habanera and The Toreador Song in
a new orchestration of Bizet’s legendary score by world
renowned opera and music theatre composer Stephen
McNeff, commissioned specially for the Mid-Wales Opera
Chamber Orchestra.
“...Bremner’s fruity, crispy translation worked a treat”
The Guardian
Friday 24 and Saturday 25 October, 7.30pm
Tickets £19.50/£18 over 60
MWO Chamber Orchestra /
Cerddorfa Siambr OCC
National Tour 2014 /
Taith Genedlaethol 2014
www.midwalesopera.co.uk
Translation/Cyfieithu Rory Bremner | Director/Cyfarwyddwr Jonathan Miller
Conductor/Arweinydd Nicholas Cleobury | Orchestration/Offeryniaeth Stephen McNeff
Designer/Cynllunydd Nicky Shaw | Lighting Designer/Cynllunydd Goleuo Declan Randall
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Limehouse Lizzy
Limehouse Lizzy have been officially named one of the
hardest working acts in the UK, alongside some of the
country’s biggest and most popular performers.
They were accredited for their live shows by the
Performing Rights Society in December 2011, and received
their award from PRS Chairman and Ivor Novello awardwinning songwriter (Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Tom Jones)
Guy Fletcher OBE.
Renowned for an action-packed pyrothechnic-fuelled
explosion of a show, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the
spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy,
alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. The band have
also added a tribute in their set to the late Gary Moore (exThin Lizzy guitarist and world renowned solo artist) .
The band continues to explore and celebrate the artistic
and musical legacy of the hard-living, hard-rocking, yet
at times surprisingly tender and romantic, artist that was
Philip Lynott.
Expect more of the Celtic influenced tracks like ‘Whisky in
the Jar’ and ‘Black Rose’, amongst the usual razzamatazz
and classic tracks ‘The Boys are Back in Town’, ‘Sarah’ and
many others we’ve come to expect from one of the most
highly-rated acts on the circuit.
www.limehouselizzy.co.uk
Friday 31 October, 7.30pm
Tickets £15
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Syd Lawrence Orchestra
The fabulous Syd Lawrence Orchestra, directed by Chris
Dean, has been thrilling audiences all over Great Britain
and Europe for over 40 years. Renowned for its exciting
blend of high-octane big band swing and classic dance
music, the orchestra’s repertoire ranges from the wartime
million-sellers of the legendary Glenn Miller through the
era of the great Count Basie Orchestra to the hit songs of
Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald.
Tonight’s concert is licensed to thrill with an evening of
James Bond music.
www.syd-lawrence-orchestra.com
Sunday 9 November, 7.30pm
Tickets £19.50/£18.50 over 60
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Sharon Shannon
Sharon Shannon has music at her fingertips – literally!
The accordionist from Ireland has achieved legendary
status throughout the world and has made the muchmaligned accordion ‘cool’ in her home country. Renowned
for her collaborations, not just in Irish traditional music,
but through all musical genres – hip-hop, Cajun, country,
classical and rap.
Sharon has recorded and toured with a who’s who of the
Irish and global music industry, including Bono, Adam
Clayton, Sinead O’Connor, Willie Nelson, Alisson Krauss and
Shane MacGowan.
Sharon continues to tour globally and this year she been
to Australia, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, France, Spain and
the US.
www.sharonshannon.com
Thursday 13 November, 7.30pm
Tickets £17.50
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Jason Manford: First World Problems Tour Victory Lap
Jason is back with a wealth of comedy anecdotes, comic
misunderstandings and audience banter delivered with his
trademark likeable charm and teasingly intelligent wit.
Jason has had a busy time since he was last on the road.
After his opera singing turn saw him emerge the winner on
Born To Shine (ITV1), Jason put his new found talent into
practice joining Alfie Boe on tour prior to a well-received
run in the West-End hit musical Sweeney Todd.
Stand up sets on Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s
Comedy Roadshow) and The Royal Variety Performance
have all helped establish Jason as a nationally-known
comic.
www.jasonmanford.com
Friday 21 and Saturday 22 November, 8pm
Tickets £22.50
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Rockobella Productions
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Rockobella Productions present Rumpy Pumpy the
musical! Showcased here at Medina before its debut at
London’s Kings Head Theatre.
Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 November, ?pm
Tickets £10/£7.50 concession
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Sing-a-long-a-Grease
The brand new sing-along version of the classic film
starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John.
Ever wanted to know what it’s like to be a T-bird or a Pink
Lady but never quite felt cool enough to pull it off? Well,
now is your chance to don those pink jackets, grease up
those quiffs and let your inhibitions go for an evening
where you are the stars and remember Grease is the word.
The evening begins with your host leading a vocal warmup before they show you how to use your free goody bag
during the film and suggest some appropriate heckles and
accompanying actions. You’ll even get a chance to learn
how to hand jive. Then just sit back and watch Danny,
Sandy and the gang, while singing (and dancing) along to
the lyrics on the screen.
It couldn’t be easier – or more fun! Fancy dress is strongly
encouraged and full audience participation essential.
Monday 1 December, 7.30pm
Tickets £15
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Vienna Festival Ballet
The highly-acclaimed Vienna Festival Ballet return to
Medina with the enchanting and traditional Christmas
ballet, The Nutcracker.
Follow Clara and her nutcracker doll, which magically
transforms into a princely soldier. Their adventures see the
Prince and Clara combat the Mouse King and join the Sugar
Plum Fairy on a wonderful trip to a kingdom made entirely
of sweets.
A pre-Christmas treat for the whole family.
Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 December, 7.30pm
Tickets £20/Over 60 £18/Under 16 £13
Discounts for groups – please call for details
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Talon: The Best of the Eagles
A return to Medina for this popular tribute band.
www.talonmusic.co.uk
Thursday 4 December, 7.30pm
Tickets £18.50
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COMING SOON
Sing-a-long-a Frozen
A must for the school holidays!
Disney’s Frozen gets the full Sing-a-long-a treatment!
Who hasn’t been singing Let It Go and wanting to
dress up as Elsa! Join in the full interactive experience
with a screening of the film with lyrics on screen and
sing along with Elsa and Anna. A live host will show
you how to use your interactive fun pack and judge
the fancy dress competition.
www.singalonga.net
Friday 10 April 2015, 11.30am and 3pm
Tickets £15/£10 children under 16/
Family (2+2) £46/Family (2+1) £33
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Cinderella
The loveliest pantomime of
them all!
Join the starry professional cast
including Britain’s Got Talent
finalist – the incredible Phil
Blackmore as Buttons. From
the world of the comedy stage
comes Tommy Cooper `Jus` Like
That` star Phil Hoyles and David
Pibworth – currently appearing
in the stage version of Vicar of
Dibley – as the hilarious Ugly
Sisters. Sensational vocalist
Laura Kaye Thomson is the
magical Fairy Godmother with
Katie Oughtibridge as the
beautiful Cinderella.
Further supporting cast to be
announced and featuring the
young stars from PJ’s Theatre
School and the Ella Sheppard
School of Dance, Cinderella is
set to be this year’s unmissable
pantomime.
Cinderella’s coach arrives from 22 December for what
promises to be the best ever Christmas treat for the
whole family. With dazzling scenery, beautiful ball gowns,
hilarious antics, unbelievable stunts and fabulous live
music, it’s sure to be a sell-out! So don’t delay, book today
to ensure the best seats for the Island’s best-loved panto!
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Monday 22 December, 2pm
Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 December, 1pm
Friday 26, Saturday 27, Sunday 28, Monday 29,
Tuesday 30 December, 1pm and 4pm
Wednesday 31 December, 1pm
Friday 2 and Saturday 3 January, 1pm and 4pm
Tickets £14/Concession £11/Family (2+2)£45
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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COMMUNITY THEATRE
Man Ray: The magic man
Antony Penrose looks at the very personal family
relationship between Man Ray and Lee Miller
and Roland Penrose, the lecturer’s parents. Their
collaboration produced some of the most striking
and innovative images of Man Ray’s surrealist work.
www.vectisdfas.org.uk
Thursday 9 October 8pm
Tickets available on door
Isle of Wight Youth Concert Band
Sunday 19 October 2.30pm
Tickets £7.50
Wight Diamonds
Come and enjoy an evening of music, from military
marches to selections from West End musicals, with
Wight Diamonds Band.
This concert is raising funds for SSAFA St Vincent’s
Home in Ryde.
Sunday 26 October, 6pm
Tickets £5
Out of the West End
Welcome to ‘Out of the West End’, a recreation of
the best of original West End musical hit songs
performed by a cast of amazing musical theatre
performers with wonderful authenticity.
Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 October, 7.30pm
Tickets £9/£7 concessions
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The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines
A concert in aid of Seafarer’s UK.
Thursday 30 October, 7.30pm
Tickets £18
Medina Tattoo
Sunday 2 November, 2pm
Tickets £10
Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra
Overture, The Wasps – Gounod
Violin Concert in D Minor (Soloist Alexander
Sitovetsky) - Sibelius
Symphony No 2 in E Minor – Rachmaninov
Saturday 15 November, 7.15pm
Tickets £14/£6 under 18
Art and the Napoleonic Wars
Dr Lois Oliver’s lecture marks the bicentenary of
the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 and complements an
exhibition at the Royal Academy in autumn 2015
and explores the contrasting views presented by
English and French artists, notably J M W Turner and
J-L David.
www.vectisdfas.org.uk
Thursday 20 November 8pm
Tickets available on door
The Way Forward
Monday 24 November
Tickets £tba
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Cantata Choir
Friday 29 November
Tickets £tba
Isle of Wight Music Service
Christmas concert.
Saturday 6 December
and Saturday 13 December, 7pm
Tickets £8 adult/£4 concession/£20 family
Medina Community Choir
Starry Starry Night.
A dreamy mix of traditional and contemporary
classics, star-shine and songs to fill you with the spirit
of Christmas.
www.medinacommunitychoir.org.uk
Sunday 7 December, 2.30pm
Tickets £8/£5 concession
Cabaret
Medina College present this award-winning musical.
Wednesday 10, Thursday 11
and Friday 12 December, 7.30pm
Tickets £tba
Isle of Wight Youth Concert Band
A Christmas concert.
Sunday 14 December, 2.30pm
Tickets £7.50
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Power, scandal and love:
A royal jewel for every occasion.
Antiques Roadshow expert, Susan Rumfitt, talks
about a variety of Royal jewels, from Henry VIII to the
Duchess of Cambridge, that have shocked or amazed
over the last 500 years.
Please note this lecture is on a Monday.
www.vectisdfas.org.uk
Monday 15 December, 8pm
Tickets available on door
www.medinatheatre.co.uk
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Tickets and booking
Tickets can be reserved for most shows with full
payment. Please enquire at the box office when you
want to book. We accept payment by cash, credit or
debit card, or by cheque – payable to Medina Theatre.
Tickets may not be exchanged unless arrangements
have been made with the box office prior to the
performance date.
Refunds are not permitted unless the show is sold out
and the box office can resell tickets. Refunds will be
subject to a ten per cent administration charge.
Online bookings
You can book many of the shows at Medina Theatre
online. To see if a show is available for online booking,
visit www.medinatheatre.co.uk and follow the link. Please
note online bookings are subject to a fixed £1 fee.
Concessions
Concessionary ticket prices are available for
performances where stated. You are required to prove
your entitlement to concessionary tickets.
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What’s on
Would you like to keep up to date with events at Medina
Theatre? If you’d like a copy of our quarterly programme,
please ask the box office to include you on our email list.
As well as the programme, we can send you occasional
information on special offers.
You can also find out more about Medina Theatre
events and book online at medinatheatre.co.uk
Facilities for the disabled
A designated wheelchair area is situated on the left
hand side of the auditorium. There is level access
through to the theatre and an induction loop is installed
for the hard of hearing. Wheelchair spaces are limited
and must be booked in advance. Please advise the box
office of any special requirements when booking.
Performance finish times
Many factors can affect the finish time of a performance,
including late starts, over-running and encores. If you
wish to know the finish time of a performance, please
contact the box office on the day, and every effort will
be made to give an accurate finish time.
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Medina Theatre
Fairlee Road
Newport,
Isle of Wight
P030 2DX
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[email protected]
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Ryde road next to Medina Leisure Centre.
Box Office
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10am to 8pm
10am to 1pm
The box office is also open one and a half hours before
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