Sixty Years Later

Groups Guide2011

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20% Off Your Transport CostsIn these turbulent economic times, PFT faces increasing financial pressures like almost everyone else. However, I’m delighted to say that we’ve been able to continue to offer Groups our fantastic travel subsidy, which offers you 20% off the total cost of your Group transport (coach and train) when you visit PFT.

More Than Money Can BuyFamed for the warmth of our welcome - not to mention the stunning Highland setting - and loved by Groups both here in the UK and abroad for the outstanding quality of our productions, we pride ourselves on going that extra mile to ensure that you and your Group have a special time at the Theatre in the Hills - so contact our friendly Box Office team with your special requests! Our audiences play a vital role in our continued success and we hope that, together, we can create a memorable experience for you and your Group.

We look forward to welcoming you to PFT in our special anniversary year.

With very best wishes,

John Durnin

Chief Executive and Artistic Director

Sixty years later…John Stewart risked it all (“It is a risk – a very happy one!”) to realise his dream of a rural Festival Theatre for Scotland. Although post-war austerity prevented the construction of a bricks and mortar edifice, Stewart and his many supporters were not to be denied. In 1951, Stewart’s dream finally became a reality – in a tent! – and the Theatre in the Hills was born . . .

Sixty years later, some things have changed. We’ve relocated across the River Tummel into a purpose-built theatre, itself now thirty years old. But Stewart’s central ambition - to present a wide range of high quality productions in repertoire - is still what guides PFT today. And for our special Sixtieth year, we’ve decided to programme a Season which celebrates the different kinds of show that you, our audiences, have most enjoyed over the years.

With beautifully detailed and exquisitely painted sets created by our “fabled workshop teams” (The Times, 2010) and multitudes of intricate and lavish costumes made by our talented wardrobe staff supporting our highly skilled ensemble of actor-musicians, you can expect more ‘wow’ factors at PFT than anywhere else this Season! As The Scotsman put it as recently as July, 2010: “ . . . although theatre should not be all about pretty costumes and gorgeous sets, the capacity to wow audiences in this way is part of Pitlochry’s armoury, and its determination to retain that capacity is an achievement worth applauding.”

So make sure that you join us to enjoy the very best of theatre at Scotland’s longest continuously producing theatre. Turn over and open up the fold to reveal six of the best for 2011!

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• Disabled parking is reserved near the main entrance.

• Wheelchair users can access all facilities. A courtesy wheelchair can also be booked in advance. There are four spaces for wheelchair users in the auditorium.

• For those with impaired hearing,

an induction loop is available. Personal sound amplifiers are also available and can be booked

in advance.

• For visually impaired visitors, we have an audio description service which can be provided for any performance, as long as Box Office are given prior notice.

• Also for visually impaired visitors, we endeavour to arrange touch tours before a performance (subject to availability).

• Guide dogs, hearing dogs and dogs for the disabled are very welcome. Please advise the Box Office in advance if you’re bringing your dog.

Please note: All bookings require a 25% deposit one month from the date of booking. The balance is due 21 days before the production.

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Price Preview Mon - Thurs + Friday & Band Performances Sat Matinée Saturday Evening

1 £22.00 £25.00 £30.00

2 £19.00 £22.50 £27.50

3 £16.50 £20.00 £25.00

4 £13.50 £15.00 £20.00

Price Preview Mon - Thurs + Friday & Band Performances Sat Matinée Saturday Evening

1 £24.00 £27.50 £32.50

2 £21.00 £25.00 £30.00

3 £19.00 £22.50 £27.50

4 £15.50 £17.50 £22.50

Plays Content Advice Key

Musical: My Fair Lady

Access All AreasTo ensure that everyone has equality of access, opportunity and enjoyment at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, we provide a number of special services.

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Post Show TalksThis is your chance to meet the actors and the director from the play you’ve just been watching - and ask them anything you like!

These talks, which take place in the auditorium, offer your Group a unique and fascinating opportunity to learn more about the play and the production from the professional’s point of view. And from your feedback, we know that many Groups really appreciate this opportunity to discuss, debate and share reactions with those on stage and other members of the audience.

And there’s more! If you’ve ever wondered what happens when the lights go up and the audience goes home, book a Post Show Talk - and we’ll show you the secrets of just how the famous repertoire system works. Discover how we turn a matinée set around for an evening performance - of a completely different play!

Backstage ToursIf you want to know why you should never whistle on stage or why the Green Room isn’t green, there’s only one thing to do: contact Box Office and book a Group Backstage Tour! We’ll take you behind the scenes to the Green Room, Wardrobe, Auditorium, Stage Door, Workshops, Scene Docks and the famous Pitlochry Stage itself.

Tours can be tailored to meet special requests or requirements.

Patrons are advised that these walking tours last one-and-a-half hours and will involve stair climbing.

Explorers Guided Tour

- Bringing the Garden to life!Our knowledgeable Garden Tour Guides offer fascinating insights into the plants, trees, history, wildlife, art and architecture contained in this unique Garden. Tours last approximately one-and-a-half hours, in which time you will traverse the globe, like many Explorers before you!

Group (10+) Tours: £3.00, concs available

Just ask at Box Office for more information and inspiration!

Diary 2011Previews performances from the 13th of May till 6th of June.

MayFRIDAY 13 My Fair LadySATURDAY 14 My Fair Lady My Fair LadyTHURSDAY 19 Henceforward... Henceforward...FRIDAY 20 My Fair LadySATURDAY 21 My Fair Lady Henceforward...THURSDAY 26 See How They Run! See How They Run!FRIDAY 27 Henceforward...SATURDAY 28 See How They Run! My Fair Lady

JuneTHURSDAY 2 Trelawny Of The Wells Trelawny Of The Wells FRIDAY 3 My Fair LadySATURDAY 4 Henceforward... See How They Run! MONDAY 6 Trelawny Of The Wells TUESDAY 7 My Fair LadyWEDNESDAY 8 Henceforward... See How They Run!THURSDAY 9 Trelawny Of The Wells FRIDAY 10 My Fair LadySATURDAY 11 See How They Run! Henceforward... MONDAY 13 My Fair LadyTUESDAY 14 Trelawny Of The Wells WEDNESDAY 15 Trelawny Of The Wells Henceforward...THURSDAY 16 See How They Run!FRIDAY 17 Trelawny Of The Wells SATURDAY 18 Henceforward... My Fair Lady MONDAY 20 Trelawny Of The Wells TUESDAY 21 See How They Run!WEDNESDAY 22 See How They Run! My Fair LadyTHURSDAY 23 Henceforward...FRIDAY 24 See How They Run!SATURDAY 25 My Fair Lady Trelawny Of The Wells MONDAY 27 See How They Run!TUESDAY 28 Henceforward...WEDNESDAY 29 Henceforward... Trelawny Of The Wells THURSDAY 30 My Fair Lady

JulyFRIDAY 1 Henceforward...SATURDAY 2 Trelawny Of The Wells See How They Run! MONDAY 4 Henceforward...TUESDAY 5 My Fair LadyWEDNESDAY 6 My Fair Lady See How They Run!THURSDAY 7 Trelawny Of The WellsFRIDAY 8 My Fair LadySATURDAY 9 See How They Run! Henceforward...THURSDAY 14 Privates On Parade Privates On ParadeFRIDAY 15 Trelawny Of The WellsSATURDAY 16 Henceforward... My Fair Lady MONDAY 18 See How They Run!TUESDAY 19 Privates On ParadeWEDNESDAY 20 Privates On Parade Trelawny Of The WellsTHURSDAY 21 Henceforward...FRIDAY 22 My Fair LadySATURDAY 23 Trelawny Of The Wells See How They Run! MONDAY 25 Privates On ParadeTUESDAY 26 See How They Run!WEDNESDAY 27 See How They Run! My Fair LadyTHURSDAY 28 Trelawny Of The WellsFRIDAY 29 Hence ForwardSATURDAY 30 Privates On Parade My Fair Lady

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Save 20% off Your Coach & Train CostsWhether your Group is travelling by coach or train, we make getting to Pitlochry cheaper by giving qualifying Groups 20% off transport costs. Just call the Box Office to see whether your Group is eligible for a transport subsidy - if you are, they’ll send you an application form (please note that this offer is not available for Friday and Saturday evening performances).

A bus service from the centre of Pitlochry to PFT is also available. So you only need to step off the train and onto a bus to arrive here relaxed, refreshed and ready to be entertained. Bus departure times: Monday - Saturday 11.10am, 12.10pm, 13.40pm, 17.25pm, 18.45pm.

Be An Early Bird and Save up to £9.00 per ticketSee a Preview Performance and enjoy the best seats in the house for less!

Season Programme Special Groups OfferGroups 10-30 Offer: 2011 Season Programme 50% Off If there are less than 30 members in your Group and you pre-order our 70 page 2011 Season Programme, you’ll get 50% off the normal price. That means you pay only £2.50 per programme!

Groups 30+ Offer: 2011 Season Programme For £1.50 For Groups with over 30 members, we have an exclusive offer to purchase a 70 page Season Programme for each group member and pay only £1.50 per copy.

Welcome Back You’ll even receive 20% off your second Group booking if you come back to see a second show (Friday and Saturday nights not included). Surely an offer your Group cannot afford to miss!

AugustMONDAY 1 Trelawny Of The WellsTUESDAY 2 My Fair Lady WEDNESDAY 3 My Fair Lady Henceforward...THURSDAY 4 Privates On ParadeFRIDAY 5 See How They Run! SATURDAY 6 Trelawny Of The Wells Henceforward... MONDAY 8 My Fair Lady TUESDAY 9 Henceforward...WEDNESDAY 10 Henceforward... See How They Run! THURSDAY 11 Trelawny Of The WellsFRIDAY 12 Privates On ParadeSATURDAY 13 See How They Run! My Fair Lady WEDNESDAY 17 Dr AngelusTHURSDAY 18 Dr Angelus Privates On ParadeFRIDAY 19 Henceforward...SATURDAY 20 Trelawny Of The Wells My Fair Lady MONDAY 22 See How They Run! TUESDAY 23 Dr AngelusWEDNESDAY 24 Dr Angelus My Fair Lady THURSDAY 25 Privates On Parade Henceforward...FRIDAY 26 Trelawny Of The WellsSATURDAY 27 See How They Run! Privates On Parade MONDAY 29 My Fair Lady TUESDAY 30 Henceforward...WEDNESDAY 31 Henceforward... Dr Angelus

SeptemberTHURSDAY 1 My Fair Lady Trelawny Of The WellsFRIDAY 2 Privates On ParadeSATURDAY 3 My Fair Lady See How They Run! MONDAY 5 Dr AngelusTUESDAY 6 Trelawny Of The WellsWEDNESDAY 7 Trelawny Of The Wells Henceforward...THURSDAY 8 My Fair Lady Privates On ParadeFRIDAY 9 See How They Run! SATURDAY 10 Dr Angelus My Fair Lady MONDAY 12 Henceforward...TUESDAY 13 Privates On ParadeWEDNESDAY 14 Privates On Parade Trelawny Of The WellsTHURSDAY 15 See How They Run! FRIDAY 16 My Fair Lady SATURDAY 17 Henceforward... Dr Angelus MONDAY 19 Trelawny Of The WellsTUESDAY 20 See How They Run! WEDNESDAY 21 See How They Run! My Fair Lady THURSDAY 22 My Fair Lady Privates On ParadeFRIDAY 23 Dr AngelusSATURDAY 24 Trelawny Of The Wells Henceforward... MONDAY 26 Privates On ParadeTUESDAY 27 My Fair Lady WEDNESDAY 28 My Fair Lady See How They Run! THURSDAY 29 Trelawny Of The Wells Dr AngelusFRIDAY 30 Henceforward...

OctoberSATURDAY 1 Privates On Parade Trelawny Of The Wells MONDAY 3 Henceforward...TUESDAY 4 Dr AngelusWEDNESDAY 5 Dr Angelus My Fair Lady THURSDAY 6 See How They Run! Privates On ParadeFRIDAY 7 Trelawny Of The WellsSATURDAY 8 Henceforward... See How They Run! MONDAY 10 My Fair Lady TUESDAY 11 See How They Run! WEDNESDAY 12 See How They Run! Dr AngelusTHURSDAY 13 My Fair Lady Henceforward...FRIDAY 14 Privates On ParadeSATURDAY 15 Trelawny Of The Wells My Fair Lady

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A comic tale of man, music and machines!

It’s sometime quite soon - and the warnings about Britain becoming a ‘broken society’ appear to have come true . . .

Cities have become no-go areas. The police are nowhere to be seen. And Jerome, a lonely composer suffering from creative block, is the last resident of his high-rise tenement. Surrounded by synthesizers and sophisticated audio-visual equipment, his only companion is NAN 300F, a robot nanny who seems almost human, despite not functioning quite as intended. Well, she was made out of spare parts . . .

Jerome is desperate to gain access to his teenage daughter, who lives with his estranged wife, Corinna. Knowing that his unconventional lifestyle is unlikely to endear him to the Department of Child Wellbeing, he enlists the help of Zoë, an out-of-work actress, to pose as his fiancée and play happy families for the benefit of Mervyn Bickerdyke, the Child Welfare Officer.

But things with Zoë go badly wrong, just as Mervyn and Corinna are on their way to sample Jerome’s stable new home environment - and Jerome is forced to improvise. It’s amazing what you can do with a robot, a few micro-chips and a screwdriver . . .

After a break of four years, Ayckbourn returns to PFT with a deliciously funny, futuristic comedy: if you enjoyed Snake In The Grass or Man Of The Moment, your Group will love this!

“This is a bitterly and brutally funny play which traps you, time and again, between your own gleeful hilarity and Ayckbourn’s quizzical smile” The Sunday Times

“ . . . the exhilarating Ayckbournian paradox is that the darker it gets the funnier it becomes” The Guardian

A vivacious Victorian comedy

Rose Trelawny, the effervescent young star of Sadler’s Wells, faces an agonising decision: should she give up the ‘gypsy’ world of the theatre in order to please the Establishment family of Arthur Gower, the young man to whom she has lost her heart? Or should she forsake her beloved so that she can pursue the glittering theatrical career that beckons?

Heart rules head. Rose bids farewell to her distraught fellow thespians and prepares for a new, respectable life in Cavendish Square – for before the wedding, she is to spend some time ‘on probation’ at the Gowers’ home, under the watchful eyes of Arthur’s grandfather, the choleric Sir William, and his prim great-aunt, Miss Trafalgar.

But the stifling, regimented routine of life at Cavendish Square requires Rose to play a part to which she is ill-suited. And every new rule and regulation makes her urge to rebel grow stronger. Until a surprise nocturnal visit from some of Rose’s old theatrical chums brings matters to an explosive head . . .

One of the great comic playwrights of the late Victorian era alongside Wilde and Shaw, Pinero’s affectionate, hilarious memoir of the Dickensian theatrical world of the 1860s – when times and tastes were changing – is his only major work not to have been seen at PFT before. So if your Group enjoyed The Magistrate in 2007, this one mustn’t be missed!

“A brass-bowelled barnstormer” The Independent

“An exuberant celebration of the irrepressible urge to make theatre . . . vigorous and sparky.” The New Statesman

A perfectly ‘loverly’ musical A classic, chaotic war-time farce

Merton-cum-Middlewick, 1942: the inhabitants are braced for an imminent Nazi invasion. But Miss Skillon, the spinsterish village busybody, considers that a far greater danger threatens the Reverend Lionel Toop. Not only is his new young wife Penelope thoroughly ‘modern’ - and worse, an actress - but Miss S. is convinced that she’s also having an affair . . .

The blameless Penelope, meanwhile, is delighted when an old actor friend drops in. The handsome Clive Winton, now in the army, has a day’s leave from his duties guarding German POWs at a nearby camp. Spotting that Private Lives - which holds fond memories for both - is playing at the local theatre, Penelope suggests a night out. But as army regulations prevent Clive from visiting town, Penelope dresses him in one of her husband’s spare clerical suits – so they can visit the production in disguise . . .

But then a German POW escapes and heads straight for Merton, desperate for a change of identity – and clothes. Closely followed by Clive’s long-suffering Sergeant. And Penelope’s uncle, the Bishop of Lax. And Humphrey, a rotund locum priest . . .

One vicarage, five vicars, two of whom aren’t: everything you need for a classic British farce!

Brilliantly constructed and achingly funny, See How They Run! is simply one of the greatest farces of all time. Think Noises Off - with dog collars!

“Lovers of outrageously contrived wartime farces will love this outrageously contrived wartime farce . . . funny and always bulldog-spirited.” The Evening Standard

“ . . . proves that farce is the essence of theatre in that it requires physical agility, spot-on timing and is capable of transforming a preposterous situation into spiralling ecstasy.” The Guardian

adapted fromGeorge Bernard Shaw’s play and Gabriel Pascal’s motion picture Pygmalion

1910: on a cold March evening in Covent Garden, the overbearing Henry Higgins, a Professor of Phonetics, encounters Eliza Doolittle, a young flower seller. Appalled by Eliza’s strangled vowels and missing consonants, Higgins also recognises that it is only her mangled English and coarse manners that separate her from the so-called Upper Classes. The discovery prompts Higgins to make an outrageous wager with the amiable Colonel Pickering: that in just six months, he could transform Eliza so completely that she would pass for a Duchess at the lavish Embassy Ball.

But Eliza’s gradual metamorphosis under Higgins’s relentless tutelage may come at a terrible price. Too eloquent for a flower girl, yet without the breeding and education of the aristocracy, what will become of Eliza when the wager is over . . ?

This bewitching tale of a Cockney flower girl’s transformation into the toast of London society is one of the greatest musicals of all time. Featuring unforgettable songs such as I Could Have Danced All Night, On The Street Where You Live, Get Me To The Church On Time and many others, this much-loved musical is sure to be a sell-out.

Featuring a large cast of actor-musicians, sumptuous costumes and a glittering set, this will be a perfectly ‘loverly’ way for you and your Group to celebrate 60 years of theatrical magic at the Theatre in the Hills.

“Still one of the great musicals, dazzling, sophisticated, funny” The Sunday Times

“For those seeking musical theatre at the very summit of its achievement . . . My Fair Lady undoubtedly remains the top recommendation” The Daily Telegraph

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A disturbing comedy-thrillerA bawdy musical memoir of National Service

Dr. Johnson - earnest, English, newly-graduated - seems to have fallen on his feet when he is invited to join the Glasgow practice of an esteemed if eccentric GP, Dr Angelus. With a steady flow of patients and the constant guidance of his philosophising new mentor, Johnson’s future looks positively rosy.

Which is more than can be said for some other members of the household. Angelus’s mother-in-law has become seriously ill with a mysterious condition, despite receiving around-the-clock care from Angelus himself. Hesitantly, Johnson suggests that a second opinion might be in order. Although Angelus is initially reluctant, when his mother-in-law’s condition suddenly worsens, he agrees to summon Sir Gregory Butt, a renowned consultant. But Sir Gregory arrives just too late - and Angelus and his wife are plunged into mourning.

To Johnson’s surprise, Sir Gregory’s opinion of Dr. Angelus is not particularly high. And in a cryptic parting shot, he warns Johnson against signing the death certificate, should he be asked. Something which Angelus then proceeds to do . . .

Part psychological thriller, part pitch black comedy, Dr. Angelus was made famous by Alistair Sim’s mesmerising performance in the title role in the original 1947 production. Now the dark doctor returns to mark the anniversary of James Bridie’s death in the same year that PFT was born. Is your Group brave enough to enter the deadly world of Dr. Angelus?

1948, the Malayan Emergency: whilst most of Britain is getting used to peacetime, on the other side of the world the British army is engaged in a forgotten war against communism. Its secret weapon in the fight against the insurgents? The Song and Dance Unit South East Asia - or SADUSEA . . .

The task of creating a variety show to entertain the troops has fallen to Acting Captain Terri Dennis, the finest Marlene Dietrich impersonator ever to hail from Chorley. The problem is that he’s been landed with a bunch of wet behind the ears National Service types who can’t tell a tap step from a tea cup.

If having to master the Western Approaches ballet and Fred and Ginger duets wasn’t enough, the unit also has to cope with a deranged Sergeant Major who’s up to something iffy on the black market, a commanding officer who’s convinced that simple Christian piety can defeat Communism – and a couple of Chinese servants who aren’t quite what they seem . . .

Into this military mayhem comes new boy Steven Flowers. Can he find his bearings, keep his nerve and lose his virginity – all before the final curtain?

Based on Peter Nichols’s own experiences entertaining the troops with Kenneth Williams and Stanley Baxter, Privates On Parade pays a nostalgic (and very funny) tribute to the swansong of the concert party.

“What a joy, what an absolute joy – Privates On Parade is a complete hoot from start to finish” The Yorkshire Post

“The power of Peter Nichols’s play lies in constantly blending glittering humour and acerbic irony” The Sunday Times

Privates On Parade contains frequent, very strong language, male nudity and scenes of a sexual nature.

Using fresh and, wherever possible, local ingredients, all our food is prepared on the premises by a small team of chefs. Expect tasty, good value, unpretentious dishes – not a kumquat-haggis infusion in sight!

Offering “one of the best views in Scotland” (according to The Scotsman), our very special pre-Theatre dinner in the Festival Restaurant and River Room has a menu specific to each show and has proved very popular year after year with Groups of all sizes.

With plenty of options to choose from, your group is sure to find something to suit everyone’s tastes. We can cater for up to 100 at a time – and the warm Highland welcome comes free!

Select from the following menu options or call to discuss your requirements.

Light Lunch £9.95Enjoy a freshly prepared salad platter including ham, turkey and salmon, served with a cup of tea or coffee. It’s a quick, light meal which refuels and satisfies in equal amounts.

Lunch £12.95We offer a selection of nutritionally balanced dishes, followed by desserts and tea or coffee – simply delicious!

Choose from:

Poached Fillet of Salmon with a Saffron Sauceserved with a selection of vegetables

Chicken Breast with a Wholegrain Mustard Sauceserved with a selection of vegetables

Ham, Turkey and poached Salmon Salad

Choice of sweets

Afternoon Tea £6.50Choose from a wide range of freshly made sandwiches, cream cakes and fruit cakes, complemented by a pot of tea of your choice. The perfect afternoon treat!

Group High Tea £11.00A firm favourite with our Groups! Choose from the finest fish or a steak pie (there’s a vegetarian option, too), accompanied by bread and butter, and then followed by a cake and a pot of tea.

Choose from:

Fillet of Haddockserved with French Fries

Steak Pieserved with French Fries

Nut Roast Salad

DinnerEach play offers its own unique dinner menu, which is available in advance on request. With excellent service from our attentive staff, your dinner here at the Festival Restaurant will always be a special experience.

Group Rates:

2 courses £20.95

3 courses £23.95

Prices are inclusive of VAT.

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What you’ve said…

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We work very hard to make your trip to PFT enjoyable, special and stress-free, so we thought you might like to know what some Group Organisers said about their experience in 2010:

Our day ran like clockwork, absolutely no problems. We’ll be back next year together and each of us separately during other times of the year.Mr Dods – Private Party, Noises Off

Dear Teacher/School Group Organiser,We thought you’d be interested to know that every year we get a huge number of visits from schools from across Scotland. Last year, this included Glenalmond College, Locherbie High School, Cargilfield School, Allan Glen Schools and Mearns Academy!

Inspired by this, we’ve made a quick list of a few reasons why you and your school should visit PFT to see a play (or plays!) in our 2011 Season:

1. PFT refunds 20% of your transport costs (coach hire or train travel)

2. Our student rates make it affordable to attend - only £6.50 per ticket!

3. Teachers accompanying groups come for free.

4. We can provide study packs to help you get the most out of your play.

5. We can organise a backstage tour/post show talk which offer an invaluable insight into the play.

6. Pitlochry Festival Theatre provides quality drama to international standards.

7. PFT offers 20% off the cost of attending a second play.

8. PFT provides lots of food and eating options, including picnic areas.

9. You have a dedicated point of contact – Jennifer Sime, who is your School Groups Organiser. She’s here to help, advise and organise your trip.

10. Our plays are often a study option on your curriculum.

The group loved it. Out of 31 students, 30 rated it better than last year’s Whisky Galore – A Musical! We have been coming since 1970 and aren’t going to stop now!Allan Glen Schools, Kiss Me, Kate

It was most enjoyable, we love our day out at PFT. We’re coming back in September!Mrs Fergusson, Private Party Kiss Me, Kate

Our experience at PFT is always excellent. Box Office are always helpful, and the coffee and cakes superb.Square Club, Rough Crossing

Thoroughly enjoyable weekend in Pitlochry. The comedy, staging and overall production of both plays were superb. Rotary Club of Hunterston, Bus Stop & Rough Crossing

The play was enjoyed by everyone, lovely production, beautiful costumes, most amusing! The high tea afterwards was delicious. Highland Members Centre, NTS, An Ideal Husband

We had very good seats, the most expensive and the group loved them. A very enjoyable experience.West Stirlingshire Ladies Club, Noises Off

Help, Advice & TicketsWe have a team of experienced, friendly Box Office staff ready to assist and guide you, so that you get the best our of your afternoon or evening here at the Theatre in the Hills. Call them today on 01796 484626 to discuss your preferred dates and options. Consider some of the following:

• Backstage Group Tours: £4.50 per person

• Pre or Post Show Group Talks: £2 per person

• Garden Group Tours: £3 per person

• Booking table(s) in the Festival Restaurant for lunch, afternoon tea, High Teas and our special Pre-Theatre Dinner

• Sunday Concerts, Active Arts and other theatre events

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Poor old Cinders. Her mother’s gone, her father’s broke, the house is falling down and now a Royal Tax Demand has arrived! Whatever will she do?

Help seems to be at hand when a wealthy widow offers to marry the Baron. Except that Cinders’s new stepmother, the sinister Ivana, has secret plans for the Hardups’ home . . . something to do with a luxury golf resort. Even worse, she installs her two disgusting daughters at Hardup Hall and expects Cinders to wait on them hand and foot!

With a wave of her wand, the mysterious Fairy Godmother offers to rescue Cinders from her plight and send her off to the glittering Royal Ball. But what will happen when the clock strikes midnight? Will Cinders find the prince of her dreams? Will Ivana and the gruesome twosome be vanquished? Will true love conquer all?

With dazzling sets and amazing costumes, magical transformations and a glittering finale, a large cast of colourful characters and the ugliest of Uglies, PFT’s first ever pantomime will be a sell-out winter spectacular!

Concessions: Children: £5.00 off, Friends: £1.50 off, Senior Citizens: £2.50 off matinées.

School Groups: £6.00 per ticket

Groups Ticket Prices

In this Four Star VisitScotland woodland garden, you will discover the stories of the great Scottish Plant Hunters. Divided

into different parts of the world (Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, China, Japan, Himalayas), Explorers offers you the chance to see

and discover the results of their efforts and adventures, whilst enjoying extraordinary landscaping and magnificent views, art and architecture, wildlife

and birds, exotic plants, and specialist features like peat, rock and crevice gardens!

And if you visit our specialised nursery at the Explorers entrance, you’ll be able to take away an exotic, living memento of your visit to the Plant Hunters Garden.

Group ToursLocated beside the Festival Theatre, Explorers enjoys many visits each year from Groups, based in the UK and overseas. The best way to enjoy Explorers is with a guided tour, which can be arranged to suit your Group’s schedule. Explorers is open 7 days a week. Come and explore!

Groups Admission charge: £2.50 per person, including free guided tour.

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