SUMMER SEASON 2014

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How to book

Booking in person at our Swan Street Box Office will not incur any fees. A £1.50 transaction fee will apply for internet and phone bookings. Where applicable, a£1 charge for postage will also be payable.

We accept payment by cash, cheque, Visa, MasterCard and Maestro.

All sales are non-refundable – please see full terms and conditions of sale on our website cityvarieties.co.uk or ask at Box Office.

Unless stated otherwise, all ticket prices include a 60p levy towards the preservation of this Grade II* Listed Building.

Online bookingcityvarieties.co.ukPurchase tickets simply and securely via our website.

Please note Side Stalls, Side Circle and Boxes are classified as ‘restricted view’ online so that at time of purchase, customers are aware that these seats are side-facing.

By phone0113 243 0808Standard hours are Monday to Friday:10am to 6pm or until 30 mins after show start.Saturdays: 10am to 4pm or until 30 mins after show start.On Sundays and Bank Holidays: open one hour prior to show start.

In personA Box Office service is usually available at our Reception in Swan Street as above.

Tickets may also be purchased from Leeds Grand Theatre Box Office on New Briggate during their standard operational hours.

DiscountsWhen available, standard concessions apply to Under 16s, full-time students, senior citizens, Leeds Card Holders and Friends of the City Varieties. Please check performance listings for details. Entry will be subject to proof of eligibility.

Registered disabled patrons may purchase a half-price ticket for themselves and an essential carer. Please contact Box Office for details.

AccessWe have lift access to all levels of the auditorium and wheelchair spaces are situated at each level (subject to availability). Please contact the Box Office to discuss your requirements.

Accessible toilets are available at Stalls and Circle level.

An induction loop is installed to aid our customers with hearing difficulties. Please contact Box Office before purchasing tickets for advice over the best seats for this service.

Baby Changing FacilitiesThese are provided in the unisex toilets within the Circle Bar

Circle Bar and KioskRefreshments are available pre-show and during the interval from the Circle Bar andthe Kiosk at the rear of the Stalls.

Pre-ordering Interval drinks in advance is highly recommended.

The White SwanThe White Swan public house in Swan Street is operated by Leeds Brewery and may be accessed via our Reception area during performances.

Details correct at time of going to print.City Varieties reserves to right to make changes tothe advertised programme.

The Rutles, stars of the legendary 1978 rockumentary All You Need Is Cash and regulars on Rutland Weekend Television, set out on a Tragical History Tour.Led by former Bonzo and the ‘Seventh’ Monty Python member, Neil Innes, along with a welter of friends (although not Eric Idle) – they’ll be recreating the magic of the heyday of the original Pre-Fab Four.Under 14s must be accompanied by an adultwww.neilinnes.org

Fri 16 May 7.30pmTickets*: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

JALEO FLAMENCOA COMPÁS

In a scintillating fusion of heart-wrenching vocals, explosive footwork and virtuoso guitar playing, Jaleo return to Britain after three years with their latest stage show A Compás, brimming over with the intoxicating rhythms, palpable energy and joie de vivre which has become synonymous with the company.jaleoflamenco.com

Tue 20 May 7.30pmTickets*: £20.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £47

JOHN BISHOPWORK IN PROGRESSSOLD OUT

Sun 18 May 8pmTickets*: Sold out

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THE SOOTY SHOWIzzy Wizzy let’s get busy! Direct from CITV, Sooty headsinto town in a fabulous new show to delight the wholefamily. Joining the nation’s favourite bear will beSweep, Soo and Sooty’s TV Partner Richard Cadell –who will be attempting to keep Sooty from getting upto mischief! There’s also a chance to meet Sooty andRichard after the show.thesootyshow.com

Sun 1 June 11am & 2.30pmTickets*: Adult £12.50, Child £10.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £31, Group of 4 £38

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WOMAN OVERBOARD TOUR

Judie Tzuke is one of the UK’s finest singer-songwriters and is known all over the world for her timeless song, Stay With Me Till Dawn, and her exquisite live shows. This year she will be performing songs from her new album, Woman Overboard as well as many of her wonderful classics selected from throughout her careertzuke.com

Thur 22 May 8pmTickets*: £22.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £51

ALBERT HAMMONDTHE SONGBOOK TOUR

Albert Hammond scored his first hit in 1969 with Leapy Lea’s Little Arrows at the age of 24 and his songs have since sold over 360 million worldwide including over 30 number ones. His own hits include Free Electric Band and It Never Rains In Southern California while other artists hit big with The Air That I Breath (Hollies), When I Need You (Leo Sayer), Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now (Starship), One Moment In Time (Whitney Houston) and Don’t Turn Around (Aswad, Ace of Base).alberthammond.com

Wed 28 May 7.30pmTickets*: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

JERRY SADOWITZCOMEDIAN, MAGICIAN,PSYCHOPATH 2014

Jerry Sadowitz is best known as an offensive comedian but he is also one of the world’s most skilled and creative card magicians. In this show you’ll get to see some amazing sleight of hand and some original magic projected on a large screen which means you automatically get a front row seat without having to sit near him!Not suitable for under 18sjerrysadowitz.com

Fri 23 May 8pmTickets*: £22.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £51

STEVE HEWLETT & FRIENDSTHINKING INSIDE THE BOX

From talking hands to bottles of water, from Arthur Lager toLittle Simon Cowell, Steve won the hearts of the nation andwowed the judges in the Britain’s Got Talent Final 2013.Now Steve, along with international award-winning illusionistRichard Griffin presents a brand new, spectacular show todelight and amaze the whole family!thestevehewlettshow.com

Fri 4 July 7.30pmTickets*: £18.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £43

JOE LONGTHORNEJoe returns to the Varieties with his live band, under the musical direction of Steve ‘Stretch’ Price.Perhaps best known for his impersonation of Shirley Bassey, Joe’s repertoire is endless and includes hundreds of the world’s top singers. Joe is always looking for new songs to sing and new audiences to thrill.joelongthorne.com

Fri 20 June 7.30pmTickets*: £21, Boxes (to seat 2)£48

THE REAL LIFE OFBRIAN CONLEYWith a career spinning three decades and over five million ticket sales, Brian Conley makes a highly anticipated return to the stage in this all-new show. Showcasing his many talents, there’ll be singing, laughs and much, much more from one of Britain’s most loved performersbrianconley.com

Tue 3 June 7.30pmTickets*: £23.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £52.20

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City Varieties Youth Theatre Company presents

City Varieties Youth Theatre Company presents

AN AUDIENCE WITH MERRILL OSMONDA fun evening of music from the legendary lead singer of The Osmonds, performing many of the hits from the 70s as well as songs from his rock album.In aid of The Hearing Fund UK

Sat 30 August 7.30pmTickets*: £45.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £97.20

NATIONAL YOUTH MUSIC THEATREBRASSBook, Music & Lyrics by Benjamin TillDirected by Sara Kestelman

To commemorate the centenary of the outbreak of the Great War NYMT has commissioned a new work from Benjamin Till. The story follows a group of Leeds residents from the start of the war until the battle of the Somme in 1916. The men, members of an amateur brass band, join up to the Leeds Pals regiment and their womenfolk decide to learn the instruments that the men have left behind to keep the spirit of the brass band alive and to play for them when they triumphantly return to the city after the war. We watch the women trying to learn the brass instruments whilst the men simply try to stay alive. It is an epic musical about love and survival.nymt.org.uk

Wed 20 – Sat 23 August7.30pm + Fri & Sat matinees 2.30pmTickets*: £10 – £20, Boxes (to seat 2) £46

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER 2014Merrill Osmond and family invite you to join them and their special guests for

THE HEARING FUND UK3rd ANNUAL GALA EVENT“We hope you can join us and our friends from the entertainment world for our annual Gala Event. One of Britain’s most talented and best loved comedians, Billy Pearce will be joining us this year, along with X-Factor contestant Chico, Yorkshire swing singer Paul Stone and the Huddersfield born West End singer Roni Hart. They’re all excited to make this A Night To Remember – and even more very special guests are due to be announced shortly!” Please note this is a BLACK TIE event. VIP tickets are also available directly from The Hearing Fund UK.hearingfund.org.uk

Sun 31 August 7.30pmTickets*: £60.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £127.20

Fresh from previous musical triumphs Return to the Forbidden Planet and Little Shop of Horrors, City Varieties Youth Theatre Company present Peter Pan, The Musical – their take on the classic tale of the boy who couldn’t bear to grow up.Set to music, with raw stage combat and beautiful choreography, you’ll find yourself swept away by the classic tale, finding some unique twists and turns along the way. Meet Shadow Wendy and Shadow Peter as they dance what cannot be uttered. Immerse yourself in the world of inept pirates, cheeky Lost Boys and fearsome Warriors. Prepare to be ‘Hooked’ from the start. This is Peter Pan as you will never haveseen it.

Fri 25 & Sat 26 July 7pmTickets*: Adult £9.50, Child £7Family ticket £28 (max 2 adults)Ticket levy not applicable

Book, Music and Lyrics by Piers Chater-RobinsonAdapted from the play by J M BarrieAn amateur production by arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD

Written by Tim Crouch

Who is the mysterious Kaspar?A scruffy, silent boy is found wandering the streets of the big city. The authorities, at a loss, send him to a sleepy small-town school to start a new life. Kaspar struggles to find his voice as deep seated prejudices are unearthed and tolerance pushed to its limits as school staff and pupils chatter noisily around him, unsure how to handle this delinquent disaster so rudely dropped into their midst.The City Varieties Youth Theatre Company presents an updated and extended version of this deeply moving, darkly comical ensemble tale, inspired by Kaspar Hauser.

Sat 19 July 7pmTickets*: Adult £9.50, Child £7Family ticket £28 (max 2 adults)Ticket levy not applicable

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BRIT Award winner Beverley Craven performs songs from herbrand new album, Change of Heart, alongside timeless classicsPromise Me, Holding On, Woman To Woman, Love Scenesand many more.beverleycraven.com

Wed 24 September 7.30pmTickets*: £18.50 & £20.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £47

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THE HOUGHTON WEAVERSAs they approach their 40th anniversary, The Houghton Weavers hit the road again in their endless campaign to ‘Keep Folk Smiling’!houghtonweavers.com

Fri 12 September 7.30pmTickets*: £20, Boxes (to seat 2) £46Concessions: Seniors £2 off,Friends of CVMH £2.50 off

MADE IN THE GREAT WARSAM SWEENEY’S FIDDLE

The remarkable story of how a fiddle which began its life in Leeds in 1915 came to be owned by Bellowhead’s fiddle player, Sam Sweeney, is told in this inspirational multi-media performance.madeinthegreatwar.com

Thur 18 September 7.30pmTickets*: £15, Boxes (to seat 2) £36Concessions: £2 off

BLAKEWITH SPECIAL GUESTCAMILLA KERSLAKE

Classical Brit nominee Camilla Kerslake joins international vocal trio Blake for an inspirational performance raising funds for Breast Cancer Campaign.blakeofficial.com / camillakerslake.co.uk

Wed 17 September 7.30pmTickets*: £22, Boxes (to seat 2) £50

THE REFLECTIONSFive world-class musicians, singers and songwriters who, after years of touring and recording with some of the most iconic bands in the world, bring you a great new show highlighting some of the best British rock and pop music of a generation.thereflectionsband.co.uk

Sat 20 September 7.30pmTickets*: £18.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

SING-A-LONGSONGS OF WARTIMEA tribute to the people and the heroes of Great Britain featuring the classic songs from both World Wars – commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the start of WWI and the 75th of WWII.

Mon 22 September 2.30pmTickets*: £13, Boxes (to seat 2) £32

STEVE HOWEWorld renowned guitarist Steve Howe is best remembered for his work with legendary prog-rock band Yes. He has also been a member of Asia and GTR and has released 19 solo albums.stevehowe.com

Sun 21 September 7.30pmTickets*: £21, Boxes (to seat 2) £48

THE ME MYSELF & I TOUR

A solo retrospective to celebrate the 30th anniversary of his first chart success, Nik performs songs and tells tales from his impressive career. A rare opportunity to experience an intimate evening with the man famously described by Elton John as “the best song writer of a generation”.

Mon 15 September 7.30pmTickets*: £21.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £49

MARK WATSONFLAWS

Winner of five major comedyawards. 24-hour-showluminary. Novelist.Mark Watson, (host of BBC’sWe Need Answers, comedypanel show regular and starof his own cult Radio 4series), returns to theroad with his darkest,most personal showyet. Luckily, alsohis funniest –book early.markwatsonthecomedian.com

Wed 1 October 7.30pmTickets*: £16.60,Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20

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MICHAEL NESMITHMichael Nesmith, the woollen hat wearing Monkee, producer, multi-instrumentalist and country-rock pioneer is accompanied by a full band performing songs spanning his entire career. A rare opportunity to see a true musical legend in fittingly intimate surroundings.

Thur 25 September 7.30pmTickets*: £28.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £62.20

STEELEYE SPAN45th ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Mon 6 October 7.30pmTickets*: £21.50Boxes (to seat 2) £49

RADIOPHONIC WORKSHOPREGENERATION TOUR

Mon 13 October 8pmTickets*: £18.10Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

HAL CRUTTENDENTOUGH LUVVIE

Thur 9 October 7.30pmTickets*: £17Boxes (to seat 2) £40

KERRY ELLISDIRECT FROM THE LONDON PALLADIUM

Tue 7 October 7.30pmTickets*: £20Boxes (to seat 2) £46

THE PUB LANDLORDONE MAN ONE GUVNOR:20 YEARS AT THE LAGER TOP

Twenty years ago Britain’s favourite publican Al Murray, The Pub Landlord, embarked on his one man mission as the King Cnut of Common Sense, holding back a tide of bottled beer and ninny state nonsense. Join Al as he celebrates this significant milestone with his brand new live show.Limited availability.thepublandlord.com

Fri 26 & Sat 27 September 7.30pmTickets*: £26.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £58.20

AUTUMN 2014Tickets*:Fri Eves & Sat MatsSide Stalls, Side Circle & Upper Circle: £16Stalls & Circle: £19Boxes (to seat 2): £44Sat EvesSide Stalls, Side Circle& Upper Circle: £19Stalls & Circle: £22Boxes (to seat 2): £50

FANCYDRESS

is wholeheartedly encouraged

but by no means compulsory!

A prize will be givenfor the bestcostume.

FRI 3 OCT, 7pmSAT 4 OCT, 2pm & 7pm

FRI 10 OCT, 7pmSAT 11 OCT, 2pm & 7pm

FRI 17 OCT, 7pmSAT 18 OCT, 2pm & 7pm

FRI 24 OCT, 7pmSAT 25 OCT, 2pm & 7pm

PERFORMERS &FULL SUPPORTING

CASTTO BE ANNOUNCED

Discounts:Concessions: 10% offFriends of City Varieties: 15% offGroups of 20 or more: 15% off(plus 2 free seats for every 47 paid)Season Tickets including all 4 weekends: 20% off full-price ticket

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MUSIC HALL TAVERNWed 29 October 7.30pmTickets*: £25Boxes (to seat 2) £56

KATHERINE RYANGLAM ROLE MODEL

Wed 15 October 8pmTickets*: £12.60Boxes (to seat 2) £31.20

ONLY FOOLS& BOYCIEWITH JOHN CHALLIS

Tue 28 October 7.30pmTickets*: £15.50Boxes (to seat 2) £37

HEATHER PEACETHE THIN LINE TOUR

Mon 27 October 7.30pmTickets*: £22.60Boxes (to seat 2) £51.20

KIKI DEE& CARMELO LUGGERIAN ACOUSTIC JOURNEY

Thur 23 October 7.30pmTickets*: £16.50Boxes (to seat 2) £39

JOE McELDERRYSET YOUR SOULALIVE TOUR

Wed 22 October 7.30pmTickets*: £25Boxes (to seat 2) £56

THE LINDISFARNE STORYTue 21 October 7.30pmTickets*: £18.50Boxes (to seat 2) £43

CHRIS RAMSEYTHE MOST DANGEROUS MAN ON SATURDAY MORNING TELEVISION

Mon 20 October 8pmTickets*: £17.10Boxes (to seat 2) £40.20 LES McKEOWN’S

BAY CITY ROLLERSFri 14 November Tickets on sale soon

JULIA FORDHAMPORCELAIN 25

Wed 12 November 8pmTickets*: £18.50 & £20.50Boxes (to seat 2) £47

HERE’S TO THE HEROES:REMEMBRANCE CELEBRATIONSun 9 November 3pmTickets*: £18.50 – £35Boxes (to seat 2) £50

HENNING WEHNEIN ZWEI DIY

Thu 6 & Fri 7 November 8pmTickets*: £16.60Boxes (to seat 2) £39.20

SHOWADDYWADDYFri 31 October 7.30pmTickets*: £19.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £45

CARDINAL BURNSThur 30 October 7.30pmTickets*: £16 Boxes (to seat 2) £38Concessions: £2 off

SUSAN CALMANLADY LIKEAges 16+

Sun 26 October 7.30pmTickets*: £15.60Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

ANDREW NEWTONSat 15 NovemberTickets*: £13, Boxes (to seat 2) £32Students & Under 16s: half price (not Box Seats)

Written byPeter Rowe

City VarietiesMusic Hall

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* Prices correct at time of going to print. Friends of the City Varieties Registered Charity Number: 1038435

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City Varieties’ Take Over FestivalFrom the weird to the wonderful, City Varieties’ stage has seen it all. Hypnotised alligators, escapologists, magicians and even a bear have taken to the stage and now it’s your turn! 

Throughout the summer holidays, City Varieties is opening its doors and offering a range of exciting activities for young people to get involved in.

Check out the City Varieties Youth Theatre Company’s productions of Kaspar the Wild and Peter Pan The British Musical, take part in our popular Rewind Remix Summer School to try your hand at DJ-ing, music making, dance and drama or sign up to one of our artist led workshops to pick up a new skill.

MembershipIf you are interested in joining this dedicated and sociable group of City Varieties’ supporters, please contact Box Office on0113 243 0808 or drop by the Reception in Swan Street to pick up an application form.

Standard annual membership costs just £15* per person – lifetime memberships are also available.

Benefits of membership include:

1 Priority Booking (subject to promoter agreement)

1 Regular Newsletters1 Discounts and Special Offers on selected shows or merchandise1 Exclusive Friends’ Events

Founded in 1988 and registered as an independent charitable organisation, The Friends have campaigned tirelessly over the years to fund the essential upkeep of this wonderful venue.

Coffee MorningsThe Friends hold regular informal Coffee Morningson the second Saturdayof each month and onevery Saturdayduring our runsof The Good OldDays – 10.30amto 12.30pm.

Heritage & Learning Activities

For more information or to make a booking, please contact the Learning Team:learning@cityvarieties.co.uk – 0113 391 7783.

Mon 4 – Thur 7 August, 10am – 3pmFor ages 7 to 11Further details to follow shortly.

For full details of performance times and ticket prices, please visit cityvarieties.co.uk

or call 0113 243 0808.

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City Varieties Music Hall is very grateful for the generous financial support of the family of Jimi Heselden for sponsoring the Auditorium andDr Keith Howard OBE, Chairman of Emerald Group Publishing Ltdfor sponsoring the Green Room.