Mercury Theatre What's On Guide - Autumn / Winter 2014

AUTUMN / WINTER 2014WHAT’S ON GUIDE

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One of the most rewarding parts of my job is reading the many comments that our audience send in by email, on feedback cards or in one of our regular online surveys.

The fact that so many people say that our shows are of a West End standard means a huge amount to all of us here at the Mercury - particularly when we’re working with a fraction of the budget of a big London production!

It won’t surprise you to know that a huge amount of work goes on behind the scenes to create hit shows like Saturday Night and Sunday Morning, The Butterfly Lion, Dial M for Murder and Betty Blue Eyes. In fact, every year our annual pantomime is a full twelve months in the making – and, this year, Cinderella is no exception! As I write, in July, the set and costumes for this year’s traditional family treat are already under construction, and let me tell you they look great. I can’t wait to start rehearsals!

Last year we presented an ambitious mix of home-grown drama, musicals and family shows together with some of the very best touring theatre, music, dance, comedy and variety available in the UK, and I’m delighted to say that we saw 4,000 more visits to the Mercury than in the previous twelve months.

We couldn’t have done that without your support. So I want to thank you, and also take this opportunity to invite you to become an ‘official’ Friend of the Mercury Theatre.

Did you know that the Mercury is a registered charity? Our Friends donate £26 per year (50p per week) to help us maintain the exceptional quality of our work. In return they receive priority booking, an invitation to an exclusive summer ‘thank you’ event, a drinks voucher and up to six free ticket exchanges per year. But really, being a Friend is about helping us to continue as the most active producing theatre in East Anglia - developing talent and delighting audiences.

If you’d like to become a Friend, do please go to our website and click Support Us, or give us a call on 01206 573948 and select option 2.

I hope you enjoy our Autumn/Winter season, and thanks again for your continued support.

WELCOME

Daniel Buckroyd Artistic Director

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Director Gari JonesDesigner Sara PerksMusical Director Robert MilesLighting Designer Ben PayneSound Designer Marcus ChristensenChoreographer Charlie Morgan

MADE IN COLCHESTER SEASON 2014

By Roger WatersBy Roger WatersTHE WALL

Following the 2013

Young Company sell-out,

Quadrophenia

PINK FLOYD’S

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THU 21 – SAT 23 AUGWe don’t need no education!

When Pink Floyd’s iconic double album burst onto the music scene in 1979, it caught the imagination of a generation with its epic rock score, including songs such as Another Brick In The Wall, and its heart-rending tale of the rise and fall of a rock star called Pink.

From its opening track, culminating in the sounds of a plane crashing and a baby crying, The Wall plunged its audience into a surreal journey through misunderstood childhood, troubled marriage, social isolation and, ultimately, to the brink of madness. It was and remains, without doubt, one of the most theatrical rock concept albums ever produced.

Now the Mercury Young Company returns to the stage, fresh from their 2013 sold-out stage adaptation of Quadrophenia, to bring Roger Waters’ extraordinary rock opera to life for a new generation.

The best up-and-coming local young talent delivers a top-quality show for FIVE PERFORMANCES ONLY - book early to guarantee your seats!

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MAIN THEATREPerformance times pages 34 & 35

DRAMA

Approximate running time 2hrs including interval

Recommended for 14+yrs

Contains scenes of an adult nature

NEW TALENT

JOIN OUR YOUNG COMPANYEmail [email protected] to be the first to hear about getting involved in next year’s production.

ON SALE NOW

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Adapted by Daniel Buckroyd

MICHAEL MORPURGO’S

Director Matthew CullumDesigner Keith BakerLighting Designer Mark DymockSound Designer Tom Lishman

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FRI 29 AUG – SAT 13 SEPA thrilling tale of extraordinary friendship from master storyteller Michael Morpurgo, the prize-winning author of War Horse and The Butterfly Lion.

Evacuated from London at the height of the Second World War, David and Tucky can’t help feeling as though the fighting is a long way away from their new lives in the countryside. But then suddenly, one night, the skyline is lit up with gun flashes and the distant sound of bombing shatters their new found peace.

And when a German plane crashes on their farm the boys are plunged into a breathtaking adventure and faced with a life-and-death moral dilemma.

Our 2013 production of The Butterfly Lion was the Mercury’s biggest selling show, so book early to secure your seats for the latest Michael Morpurgo classic to hit the stage.

SCHOOLS VISITS

To enhance schools visits to Friend or Foe we are offering Page to Stage Workshops at the Mercury Theatre and In-School Workshops (KS2). These workshops will look at evacuation, the Second World War and themes of loyalty and friendship. For more information see page 28.

£25 - £10 & DISCOUNTS £12 PREVIEW PERFORMANCES 29 & 30 AUGUST, TICKET PRICES PAGES 30-33


DRAMA

Approximate running time 2hrs including interval

Recommended for adults and families with children aged 7+yrs

FAMILY

Wed 3 Sep 6.30pm TalkBack

Thu 4 Sep 1.30pm Seniors Matinee pre-show talk

Fri 5 Sep 1.30pm Page to Stage

Sat 6 Sep 11.00am Backstage Tour

Thu 11 Sep 10.30am Page to Stage

7.30pm Captioned Performance

Fri 12 Sep 1.30pm Page to Stage

Sat 13 Sep 1.00pm Touch Tour

2.30pm Audio Described

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Thu 11 - Fri 12 Sep7.45pm

Merry It Was To Laugh There is a newly devised, poignant evocation of World War 1 through poetry, music and imagery. Moving from the stirring poetry of the early war, and the famous War Poets like Wilfred Owen and containing extracts from the diary of a serving officer, Merry It Was... follows the course of the war and the changing nature of the words from the Front and the impact of the war at home. With Christine Absalom and Tim Freeman, last seen together at the Mercury in Arsenic and Old Lace and Jack and the Beanstalk.


Jubilant Productions presents

MERRY IT WAS TO LAUGH THERE

ON SALE 14 JULY 1PM. FRIENDS CAN BOOK EARLIER!

£19.50 - £12 & DISCOUNTS

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Colchester Operatic Society Second Edition (CO2) present, in their 30th Anniversary Year,

GREASE

Thu 18 - Sat 27 Sep7.30pm / Saturdays 2.30pm & 7.30pm

The Award winning CO2 are proud to be celebrating their 30th anniversary year with the production where it all began, Grease. This ever popular show centres on the story of Sandy Dumbrowski and Danny Zucko, whose summer romance quickly escalates when Sandy is transferred to Danny’s High School, Rydell High. Supported by the Pink Ladies and the T-Birds, we follow the complex relationships and issues with senior year. Set in the backdrop of 1950s America and with an instantly recognisable score, which includes popular hits such as; Summer Loving, Look At Me I’m Sandra Dee, Born To Hand Jive, Hopelessly Devoted To You, You’re The One That I Want, Sandy and

Greased Lightnin’, this latest offering from CO2 is not one to be missed.

Book, Music and Lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey

Hopelessly Devoted To You & You’re The One That I Want By arrangement with Robert Stigwood

GREASE is presented through special arrangement with and all authorised performance materials are supplied by THEATRICAL RIGHTS WORLDWIDE (TRW),

570 Seventh Avenue, Suite 2100, New York, NY 10018. www.theatricalrights.com

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FRI 5 DEC – SUN 11 JANSee page 24 & 25

Laughs for all ages

Audience participation

Slop and sloshy fun

Familiar and new faces

Chorus of young people

Songs you know and new ones written just for you

The CinderellaPanto Promise

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By William ShakespeareMACBETH

Director Daniel BuckroydDesigner Juliet ShillingfordMovement Director Matthew CullumLighting Designer David KiddSound Designer John ChambersCasting Director Marc Frankum CDG

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THU 2 – SAT 18 OCTShakespeare’s ultimate exploration of political ambition, and the extraordinary lengths to which one couple will go to secure their place in history, is brought chillingly to life at the Mercury this Autumn in a brand new production directed by Daniel Buckroyd.

Cut through the pageantry and sweep aside the supernatural and what you’re left with is a terrifying picture of a world in which the future of a nation, indeed the very humanity of the man and woman at the heart of the unfolding political storm, hang on the fate of a single child. Will no one step forward to protect the innocent? After all, what’s the point of winning power today only to lose it ... tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow?

Screw your courage to the sticking place and witness Shakespeare’s bloody masterpiece in this striking, new production created in a traditional style.

SCHOOLS VISITS

To enhance schools visits to Macbeth we are offering a Page to Stage Workshop at the Mercury Theatre and In-School Workshops (KS2,3,4 & 5). For more information see page 28.

£25 - £10 & DISCOUNTS £12 PREVIEW PERFORMANCES 2 AND 3 OCTOBER, TICKET PRICES PAGES 30-33


DRAMA

Approximate running time 2hrs 35mins including interval


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Wed 8 Oct 7.30pm Talkback

Sat 11 Oct 11.00am Backstage Tour

Tue 14 Oct 4.30pm Page to Stage

Thu 16 Oct 1.30pm Seniors Matinee pre-show talk

7.30pm Captioned Performance

Sat 18 Oct 1.00pm Touch Tour


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AGED 18-25? MACBETH NEEDS YOU!We’re looking for talented young performers to work with our Director, Daniel Buckroyd, and his team to bring the world of Shakespeare’s bloodiest royal family to life with physical theatre and stage combat. Go to our website and click ‘Get Involved’ to find out more.

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Rifco and Watford Palace Theatre present

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SUNITA

Tue 21 Oct7.30pm

The Johal family invites you to a surprise birthday party for Sunita.

Mum’s been cooking all day, and the family has just about made it on time. Everything is set, but Sunita is nowhere to be seen. As the curries simmer and rotis are smothered in full fat butter, years of family drama bubbling under the surface start to boil over. Today, four decades after arriving in this country, things are set to change. From the producers of Britain’s Got Bhangra, Rifco and Watford Palace Theatre bring you this new comedy drama about family.

In association with Arena Theatre, Wolverhampton.Recommended for 12+yrs

£19.50 - £10 & DISCOUNTS

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GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA Led by Ray McVay

Wed 22 Oct7.30pm

On the 70th anniversary of Glenn Miller’s visit to Great Britain, Ray McVay is proud to present the world’s greatest big band live, in concert. In a show the whole family can enjoy, you can experience the excitement of the sound of this incredible orchestra. Songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Louis Armstrong are all featured in a show which highlights the stars and bands of the era. You’ll hear the original arrangements of classic wartime chart toppers including Moonlight Serenade, American Patrol, Little Brown Jug, Tuxedo Junction and the iconic In the Mood.

www.glennmillerorchestra.co.uk

£25 - £10

JOE BROWN

Mon 20 Oct7.30pm

Premier rock ‘n’ roll legend Joe Brown goes from strength to strength as his contemporary achievements continue to gather momentum. Joe, with his five piece band including his son and record producer Pete Brown, will be on stage all evening and the musical styles incorporated into his new show break more boundaries and are as unique as the man himself.

Packed with timeless classics, rockabilly, gospel, country, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll, all interwoven with Joe’s effervescent delivery and humorous reminiscences, this sensational show is a musical journey not to be missed.

£25

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LIVE MUSIC

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DANCE FAMILY

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Sat 25 Oct2.30pm & 7.30pm

After two sold out shows in March 2014, Champions Of Magic returns to the Mercury Theatre with an explosive array of mystery, deceit and illusion along with a brand new cast of tricksters including stars of ITV’s Penn & Teller: Fool Us and BBC’s Killer Magic.

‘Take a seat and prepare to be astounded, astonished and amazed’ Heart FM

‘A night of spectacular magic and illusion’ West Briton

£25 - £10 / CHILD £12.50

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Lakin McCarthy presents

RUBY WAX SANE NEW WORLD

CHAMPIONS OF MAGICTango Siempre presents

TANGOMOTION

Thu 23 Oct7.30pm

Fri 24 Oct7.30pm

Ruby Wax is a much loved US born comedian, actor and writer based in the UK. She is also a mental health campaigner and has a Masters degree in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy from Oxford University.

This show is based on her critically acclaimed book ‘Sane New World’ which helps us understand why we sabotage our sanity with our own thinking. ‘Sane New World’ shows us how to rewire our thinking to find calm in a frenetic world. This show is your passport to saner living. She might not be sane herself but she does a pretty good imitation.


From virtuoso displays of traditional tango dance in stunning costume to the exquisite sounds of 1930s Buenos Aires and the powerful Nuevo Tango music of Astor Piazzolla, Tangomotion is a breathtaking journey into the heart of Tango Argentino.

Tangomotion features four world class tango dancers (Giraldo Escobar, Myriam Ojeda Patino, Richard Manuel and Pauline Reibel) and live music from the acclaimed tango quartet Tango Siempre.

The Tangomotion dancers and musicians have previously appeared in the hit West End show Midnight Tango, BBC Strictly Come Dancing, Sally Potter’s Covent Garden production of Carmen and Madonna’s film Evita.

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A fun, fast (and slow) show for 4 to 8 year olds about friendship, the passing of time and the excitement of growing up.

Hare and Tortoise is a modern classic and was the 2012 winner of The Writers’ Guild of Great Britain award for the best play for children and young people.

PRIMARY SCHOOLS TOUR October 2014 Brendan Murray’s award-winning play is touring to Primary Schools in Essex throughout October. For more information or to book a performance for your school, email [email protected].

RELAXED PERFORMANCE Thu 30 Oct, 2.00pm Relaxed Performances are specifically designed to welcome people with a learning disability, sensory and communication disorder, or an Autistic Spectrum Disorder to the theatre to experience live performance with their families.

THU 30 OCT – SAT 1 NOV11.00am & 2.00pm STUDIO THEATRE

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FAMILYMADE IN COLCHESTER SEASON 2014

By Brendan MurrayDirected by Tony Casement

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TOURING PRIMARY SCHOOLS

OCTOBER 2014!

Hare and TortoiseFamily fun day

FIND OUT MORECall 01206 573948

www.mercurytheatre.co.uk

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YOUTH THEATRE11-14yrs: Tuesdays OR Wednesdays, 6pm - 8pm 14-18yrs: Wednesdays OR Thursdays, 7pm - 9pm £63 per term (14 weeks). Term time only Pre-booking essential. Waiting lists may apply.

No acting experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and commitment to our creative Youth Theatres.

EARLY YEARSPlay and Sway for Toddlers-3yrsTuesdays, 10.30am – 11.30am

£4.50 per child. Term time only

Make a rainbow or have tea with a tiger

in our creative and fun-filled sessions for

toddlers and their parents or carers. This

is a drop in class - no need to book ahead.

Drama and Story Building for 3-5yrsTuesdays, 1pm - 2pm

£4.50 per child. Term time only

Share in your child’s imagination and help

prepare them for school in our fun-packed

sessions of games, activities and story

building led by our specialist Early Years

Practitioners.

AFTER SCHOOL DRAMA CLUBS5-7yrs: Mondays, 4.15pm - 5.15pm

8-11yrs: Mondays, 5.30pm - 6.30pm

£63 per term (14 weeks). Term time only

Pre-booking essential. Waiting lists may apply.

A chance for children to have fun with drama,

make new friends and build confidence.

PANTOMANIA WORKSHOPSSat 13 Dec 2014, 11.30am - 1pm (5-7yrs) Sat 20 Dec 2014, 11.30am - 1pm (8-11yrs) Cost: £6 per child

It’s a magical time of year to go on stage, try on pantomime costumes and take part in a workshop to help Cinderella be the belle of the ball!

Hare and TortoiseFamily fun day

SAT 1 NOV, 10am - 3pmGet set for the big race with a day full of fun.

Come and enjoy storytelling, drama, dance, craft activities and you can even plant some carrot seeds!

Race around our treasure hunt like Hare or relax with a picnic, just like Tortoise. Then drop in to meet Hare and Tortoise in our new family show.

Suitable for families with children aged 4-8yrs.

FREE for adults and ticket holders

Call Ticket Sales to book 01206 573 948

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£4.50 PER CHILD / FREE WITH SHOW TICKET


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Mercury Theatre Colchester & Fitzrovia Productions present

Written by Jon Edgley Bond, Tom Mallaburn & Phil Mulryne

THE FITZROVIA RADIO HOUR’S

Director Cal McCrystalPhysical Comedy Director on One Man, Two Guvnors (National Theatre) and Physical Comedy Consultant on The Amazing Spiderman 2 (Columbia Pictures).

Designer Lucy BradridgeLighting Designer David PhillipsSound Designer Tom LishmanAssistant Director John Walton

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THU 30 OCT – SAT 15 NOVWe interrupt the horror to bring you a message from our sponsors...

Strike up a Soho Cigarette as we recreate a 1940s radio play and invite you to take the role of studio audience as Edinburgh Fringe sensations The Fitzrovia Radio Hour return to the Mercury in a live broadcast of Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

Performed with cut-glass theatricality and backed by a phalanx of bizarrely created sound effects, the Fitzrovia Radio Hour mixes the chauvinist attitudes of 1940s Britain with sharp contemporary humour to produce a heady fringe comedy cocktail.

Will Jonathan Harker escape Dracula’s clutches? What will become of the beautiful young Lucy? And why is that big grey wolf biting into a melon? Well, how are you supposed to create the sound of a person exploding? Get ready to applaud please… 5-4-3-2-1, we’re on air!

£25 - £10 & DISCOUNTS £12 PREVIEW PERFORMANCES 30 & 31 OCTOBER, TICKET PRICES PAGES 30-33


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Thu 6 Nov 1.30pm Seniors Matinee pre-show talk

Sat 8 Nov 11.00am Backstage Tour

Wed 12 Nov 7.30pm Talkback

Thu 13 Nov 7.30pm Captioned Performance

Sat 15 Nov 1.00pm Touch Tour


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Cast includes: David Benson, Jon Edgley Bond, Tom Mallaburn, Fiona Sheehan, Dan Starkey, Joanna Wake

‘A triumph of visual comedy’ HHHHTime Out

‘Absolutely spiffing... a joy’ HHHHDaily Telegraph

‘Deliciously un-PC’ HHHHThe Independent

BOOK EARLY!

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Tavaziva Dance presents

TAVAZIVA TEN

Wed 19 Nov7.30pm

Bawren Tavaziva’s distinctive African style is powerful, memorable and entirely contemporary. His music composition and unique choreographic inventions have been described by press as “a contemporary African masterpiece” and “nothing short of explosive”.

This extraordinary story of one man’s imagination is a stunning and seductive collection of 10 dance gems performed by Tavaziva’s eight outstanding dancers. Join us on a journey of favourite works including Sensual Africa, Wild Dog, Greed and Mandla - you will be surprised, stunned, moved and inspired.

Tavaziva Dance celebrates a decade of dancing excellence.

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£19.50 - £10 & DISCOUNTS

Mercury Theatre Colchester & Terrence Higgins Trust present

WORLD AIDS DAY FESTIVALMon 17 Nov7.30pm

A showcase of talented young performers from local schools, colleges and youth groups.

Each youth company has devised performances based around challenging perceptions of HIV and AIDS, using their dance, drama and singing skills.

World AIDS Day is an annual international campaign designed to promote awareness of the impact of HIV and AIDS.

£4.50

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COLCHESTER MILITARY WIVES CHOIR

Tue 18 Nov7.30pm

An exciting concert with the ladies of the Colchester Military Wives Choir - there’ll be something for everyone!

Especially arranged songs to include Stronger Together, Amazing Grace, When Will I See You Again and Wherever You Are - the song arranged by Paul Mealor for the launch of the Choirs under the direction of Gareth Malone. There’ll be a Vera Lynn selection to commemorate the anniversary of the First World War, popular songs such as Skyfall and Can You Feel The Love Tonight, sixties songs to get toes tapping, a little taster of Christmas and a rousing finale for all to join in.

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Prestige Productions presents

SATURDAY NIGHT BEE GEES

Sat 22 Nov7.30pm

Saturday Night Bee Gees is the hit show that transports you through the formidable musical talents of Barry, Maurice and Robin Gibb.

This truly powerhouse show takes you on a musical journey of some of the bands most iconic songs including Stayin’ Alive, Jive Talkin’, You Should be Dancing, Night Fever, You Win Again and the hits will have the whole family dancing in the aisles.

Saturday Night Bee Gees brings the very best of all the multi-million hit selling songs from the Bee Gees and is a show not to be missed.

‘Simply stunning’ Evening News

£25 - £10

Olivier Award-winning OperaUpClose presents

LA TRAVIATAby Giuseppe VerdiA new English version by Robin Norton-Hale

Thu 20 Nov7.30pm

The story of Violetta, a so-called ‘fallen woman’ who sacrifices her own happiness for the sake of her lover’s family and future, La Traviata has been thrilling audiences for generations.

Set in 1928 Atlantic City in the prohibition era of speakeasies and bootlegging this new production reveals the hypocrisy and heartache behind the glittering façade of parties.

Verdi’s sumptuous melodies are arranged for a trio of clarinet, cello and piano in this new English version by Robin Norton-Hale. OperaUpClose return to the Mercury Theatre following the success of their Olivier Award-winning production of La Bohème.

£22.50 - £10

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LICENCE TO THRILL THE MUSIC OF JAMES BONDFri 21 Nov7.30pm

Every Bond song is an event in itself and this exciting, fast and sexy show brings you hit after hit! A streak of genius and genuine passion for our beloved hero makes the songs, iconic themes and incidental music a full-blooded, joyous celebration, bringing the house down every time.

Goldfinger, Thunderball, Diamonds are Forever, You Only live Twice, The Man With the Golden Gun, Golden Eye, Casino Royal, Live and Let Die, Skyfall and many, many more. With a cast of top London singers and a star studded orchestra, this dynamite show will conjure up dreamy visions of a suave charismatic Bond and dangerously thrilling baddies. Be shaken AND stirred !

£25 - £10

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Written by Fine Time Fontayne, based on a version by Joel Horwood and Morgan Lloyd MalcolmDirector Daniel BuckroydDesigner Juliet ShillingfordMusical Director Richard ReedayLighting Designer Mark DymockSound Designer Marcus ChristensenChoreographer Charlie Morgan

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FRI 5 DEC – SUN 11 JANStandby evil laughter, get ready thunder and lightning! Panto time is here again, and in Stoneybroke Hall the wicked Baroness Evilla is forcing poor Cinderella to live an awful life as cleaner, cook, maid and all-round slave. When the Prince of Colchester Castle proclaims his plan to pick a princess at a posho party, Cinders’ ugly step-sisters set out to take his hand in marriage… By force if necessary!

Cinderella’s happiness depends on her best friend Buttons. If Buttons can complete his double totes ridic cray cray mission to see Prince Charming and Cinderella marry, he’ll earn his wings from Fairy Fingringhoe. He’ll be able to do what he’s always wanted to do – fly!

Can Baroness Evilla be defeated? Does Cinderella’s slipper size up? Will Buttons get his wings? He needs your help to save his best friend so come along and meet Buttons, Cinderella and the gang at the Mercury Theatre this December!

Mercury favourites Dale Superville and Ignatius Anthony return in a traditional pantomime that’s fun for all ages.

In partnership with

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Traditional pantomime, fun for all the family

Recommended for children aged 3+yrs

Everyone, including infants of all ages, must have a valid purchased ticket


Cast includes: Ignatius Anthony, Dale Superville

OFF-PEAK FRIENDS AND FAMILY DEALWhen booking six seats or more on an off-peak show, in the top-price (green) area, get £3 off per ticket. Get closer to the action in the green seats, for yellow seat prices!

Wed 17 Dec 7.00pm Captioned Performance

Tue 6 Jan 2.00pm Relaxed Performance

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EasyTheatres.com presents

AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE

Sat 17 Jan7.30pm

Come and experience Britain’s biggest burlesque extravaganza – we dare you!

Arriving direct from London’s West End, a fresh cast of burlesque all-stars are unveiled for 2015. Enjoy an all-new riotous romp into the bizarre world of burlesque and cutting-edge variety. Royal Academy-trained beauties slip into exotic character as smoothly as they slip out of gloriously exotic couture costumes. It’s the slickest, wickedly wittiest, most delightfully choreographed cabaret spectacular of the year.

Dress up and come to the cabaret.www.easytheatres.com Suitable for 18+yrs

£25 - £10

Artistes International Management Ltd presents

JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW

Fri 16 Jan7.30pm

This year prepare for a musical adventure unrivalled by any other that truly celebrates the career of a music legend, Johnny Cash.

The UK’s No1 Tribute, fronted by respected singer/songwriter Clive John, re-creates with astounding accuracy and truly captures the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show! All the greatest hits are included; Ring of Fire, Walk the Line, Johnny and June duets Jackson, Long Legged Guitar Pickin’ Man and many more, all the while accompanied by an amazing video back drop with evocative images and shots from Johnny Cash’s life.

£25 - £10

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LIVE MUSIC

ON SALE 14 JULY 1PM. FRIENDS CAN BOOK EARLIER! ON SALE 14 JULY 1PM. FRIENDS CAN BOOK EARLIER!

THE MERCURY IS THE MOST ACTIVE PRODUCING THEATRE IN EAST ANGLIA

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Colchester Operatic Society (COS) present, in their 90th Anniversary Year,

42ND STREET

Wed 21 - Sat 31 Jan7.30pm / Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Colchester Operatic Society (COS) are tapping into their 90th anniversary year in style with a toe-tapping production of 42nd Street. Set during the height of the Great Depression on the Great White Way, the show follows Broadway producer, Julian Marsh, who puts on what may be his last show.

However all does not go to plan as at the last moment his star, Dorothy Brock breaks her ankle, leading to chorus girl Peggy Sawyer vying for the chance to take the lead... featuring numbers such as We’re in the Money, Lullaby of Broadway, Young & Healthy, Shuffle off to Buffalo & 42nd Street.

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This anniversary production which epitomises the essence of Broadway is certainly not to be missed. To find out more about the show and the society’s 90 year history, please visit our website www.colchesteroperaticsociety.co.uk

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with MUSICSCOPE and STAGE MUSICALS LIMITED of New York.

90 YRS OF COLCHESTER

OPERATIC SOCIETY

SUMMER SCHOOLS 2014The Mercury Theatre and Lakeside Theatre have

teamed up to provide these outstanding activities

for young people.

Create a Play in a Week for 7-11yrs

Mon 11 - Fri 15 Aug, 10am - 3pm

£75 per participant

Are you ready for a fun and exciting challenge?

Come and create your own play in just one week!

You’ll work with professional theatre makers and

be involved in devising the show, developing

characters and performing on the Friday for your

family and friends.

Fresh Play for 12-16yrs Tue 29 Jul - Sat 2 Aug, 10am - 4pm

£100 per participant

Working with a theatre director, you’ll learn how to

create a performance and find out more about how

professionals work. At the end of the week you’ll

perform a fresh piece of theatre made by you.

TEACHERS’ NETWORK: CPD EVENTSThe Mercury Theatre is offering termly Continuing Professional Development opportunities for Primary, Secondary & Further Education College teachers from across Essex.

So far we have hosted CPD workshops delivered by expert drama practitioners from Frantic Assembly, the Mercury Theatre and the Royal Shakespeare Company.

These sessions provide an opportunity to share best practice, gain new skills and develop existing ones; followed by the chance to network over a glass of something refreshing in the bar afterwards.

To join the Mercury Teachers’ Network contact: [email protected]

To book or for more information call 01206 573948 or email [email protected]

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IN-SCHOOL WORKSHOPSThese 2hr practical workshops enable pupils to

explore the world of the play, experience creating

characters and work on scenes from the play.

Friend or FoeWorkshops available: Mon 8 - Fri 26 Sep

MacbethWorkshops available: Mon 30 Sep - Fri 25 Oct

Cost: £130 + VAT OR £65 + VAT for groups with 20+ performance tickets

PAGE TO STAGE WORKSHOPSLed by the production’s creative team, these

1hr 30min workshops take groups through the

process of putting a performance on stage, from

the perspective of the director.

Friend or FoeFri 5 & 12 Sep, 1.30pm (following 10.30am show)

Thu 11 Sep, 10.30am (before the 1.30pm show)

MacbethTue 14 Oct, 4.30pm

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CORPORATE SPONSORS SCHEMES

SUPPORTERSCHEMESWe need your support tokeep high quality theatre

in Colchester.

BENEFITSRegular newsletterPriority bookingAcknowledgement on our websiteInvite to a Supporters’ eventDrinks voucherMembership cardUp to six free ticket exchanges

For more information call 01206 573948email [email protected] or visit www.mercurytheatre.co.uk/support-us

INDIVIDUAL SUPPORTERYoung Friend: £4 for 16 to 25-year-olds.Friend: £26 (Direct Debit) or £30 (other methods)Joint Friend: £40 (DD) or £50 (other)Premier Friend: £130 (DD) or £150 (other)Joint Premier Friend: £170 (DD) or £190 (other)Ambassador: £500 (DD) or £600 (other)Joint Ambassador: £850 (DD) or £1000 (other)

CORPORATE SUPPORTEROur corporate supporter schemes, available from as little as £275+VAT ayear, offer two levels of membership, allowing our corporate supportersas much flexibility as possible and maximising the benefits we can offer.Corporate support is a great way to play an active role in your localcommunity and you’ll also receive multiple benefits for both your businessand staff.

Bang and OlufsenthebestofcolchesterBirkett Long SolicitorsColchester InstituteDK Moriarty LimitedEllisons Solicitors

Essex and Suffolk WaterScrutton BlandThe Smile ClinicThompson Smith & Puxon SolicitorsWRS Insurance Brokers LTD

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TICKET SALES Mercury Theatre, Balkerne Gate, Colchester CO1 1PT

TEL 01206 573948 EMAIL [email protected] www.mercurytheatre.co.ukFAX 01206 769607

Ticket sales are open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 8pm (from 10am to 6pm when there is no evening performance). For performances on Sundays and bank holidays ticket sales will be open 90 minutes prior to the show.

BUYING YOUR TICKETJust call, email or write to us – tickets can be bought by cash, cheque, theatre tokens, Mercury Theatre gift vouchers, and credit and debit cards. Tickets can be reserved without payment for five working days.

Book online at www.mercurytheatre.co.uk

Print@home – You can collect your tickets from the ticket counter at least 45 minutes prior to the performance, or we can post them to you for £1. We would recommend however that we email your tickets to you to print yourself at home.

Exchanging tickets – We will exchange tickets for another performance or give you a credit to the value of your seats for use at a later time, up to five days prior to the date on the ticket. Tickets must be returned to the ticket sales counter. Unfortunately we cannot give refunds. We charge £1 per transaction for this service. There is no charge for season ticket holders.

Babes in arms – Due to theatre licensing regulations everyone must be issued with a ticket, regardless of age.

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BOOK AT WWW.MERCURYTHEATRE.CO.UK WITH NO BOOKING FEEDISCOUNTS£10/£12 concessions available in most seats for over 60s, jobseekers, students and under 26s available Monday to Friday and matinees for all Made in Colchester shows (excluding The Wall and Cinderella) and selected other performances.

Job Seeker Standby£1 Job Seeker Standby tickets on matinees from one hour before performance. ID required.

School Groups All tickets £8.50 Mon-Fri, plus one free additional ticket for every ten purchased on Made in Colchester shows (excluding The Wall and Cinderella).

Group Discounts Groups of 10+ get £2 off per ticket on Made in Colchester shows excluding The Wall and Cinderella, the first two performances and the lowest priced tickets.

Only one discount can be applied to each ticket transaction. Discounts for Cinderella vary, see website for more information.

YOUR VISITCar parkingThe Mercury Theatre offers discounted car parking exit tickets for our patrons who park in St Mary’s car park after 3pm. These can be purchased online, at the kiosk, bar or at the ticket sales counter.

CloakroomBags and coats can be left in a supervised cloakroom – payment by donation.

Special Effects WarningIf you are concerned about any special effects (strobe lighting, smoke, loud bangs etc.) sometimes used in productions, please call the ticket sales team on 01206 573948.

RefreshmentsTheatre Bar – the theatre bar is open 1 hour before the performance, during intervals and after the show. Tea, coffee and a wide range of drinks are on sale. You can avoid the interval crush by ordering your drinks before the show in the bar or at the kiosk.

Kiosk – the foyer kiosk is open 45 minutes before the show and during intervals and sells a selection of ice cream and confectionery. Tea, coffee and soft drinks are also available. You can now order your interval drinks from the kiosk, so no need to queue at the bar.

Interval drinks – Avoid the rush by purchasing your drinks or ice creams at the bar or the kiosk before the show - then at the interval they are waiting for you. And don’t worry - the ice cream is still frozen and your wine still chilled!

Food @ The Mercury – open from 10am to late daily. Lunch and pre-show set menus and a delicious a la carte selection. Call 01206 368100 to book.

Digby GalleryThe Digby Gallery hosts a varied programme of exhibitions by professional artists and photographers connected with the region. There is also space for 3D work in a display cabinet. For details on exhibiting and for information about forthcoming exhibitions call 01206 573948 or email [email protected]

Mercury Gift Vouchers & Theatre TokensWe sell Mercury Theatre Gift Vouchers and National Theatre Tokens. Please speak to the ticket sales team or see website for details.

Hire the Mercury TheatreDid you know that the Mercury can be hired for children’s parties (from as little as £50), conferences, meetings and events? A range of spaces, packages and prices are available. Please contact Carol Rayner for more details on 01206 577006, email [email protected] or see our website for more information

Talk BackJoin the cast after a performance to ask your questions. For dates see diary pages 34-35.

Seniors MatineesSeniors Matinee ticket holders can enjoy a pre-performance FREE talk and tea or coffee at 1.30pm. For dates see diary pages 34-35.

Page to Stage Performance Discover more about the creative process in this free workshop. For dates see diary pages 34-35.

Call the Ticket Office on 01206 573948 for times and to book your free place.

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We welcome Assistance Dogs at all performances, please inform us when booking. The Mercury Theatre can accommodate up to 4 wheelchair users, with additional spaces available for specialised performances. Please state that you require a wheelchair space when booking.

An infrared enhancement system is available in the main auditorium at all performances. Our system is suitable for use with or without a hearing aid through our specialised equipment.

Relaxed PerformanceRelaxed performances are for anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment including people with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder, sensory or communication disorders, or a learning disability. Audience members will be free to come and go as they please throughout the performance and make noise if they want to.

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Mercury Theatre Balkerne GateColchesterEssex CO1 1PT

For a more detailed map please visit our website, www.mercurytheatre.co.uk

The Mercury Theatre is only one hour from London by car or train. Following the theatre mask symbols on the road signs will take you to St Mary’s car park (CO3 3AA), which is a short walk across the Balkerne Hill footbridge to the theatre.

HOW TO FIND USAudio DescriptionAudio described performances give you a live commentary about the action happening on stage through a pair of headphones. We also offer Touch Tours before each audio described performance, enabling you to explore the stage and get a feel for the costumes and set before the show starts. For dates see diary pages 34-35.

CaptionedDo you or someone you know enjoy theatre but find it difficult to hear what is being said? Captioning converts the spoken word, songs and sound effects in to text on a caption unit on the stage. For dates see diary pages 34-35.

Please let us know of any requirements you or anyone in your party may have. We will do all we can to make your visit as enjoyable and as straightforward as possible.

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AugustThu 21 7.30pm The WallFri 22 2.30pm The Wall 7.30pm The WallSat 23 2.30pm The Wall 7.30pm The WallFri 29 7.30pm Friend or FoeSat 30 2.30pm Friend or Foe 7.30pm Friend or FoeSun 31 2.30pm Friend or Foe

SeptemberWed 3 6.30pm Friend or FoeThu 4 2.30pm Friend or Foe 7.30pm Friend or FoeFri 5 10.30am Friend or Foe 7.30pm Friend or FoeSat 6 2.30pm Friend or Foe 7.30pm Friend or FoeSun 7 2.30pm Friend or FoeTue 9 6.30pm Friend or FoeWed 10 6.30pm Friend or FoeThu 11 1.30pm Friend or Foe 7.30pm Friend or Foe 7.45pm Merry it was to Laugh ThereFri 12 10.30am Friend or Foe 7.30pm Friend or Foe 7.45pm Merry it was to Laugh ThereSat 13 2.30pm Friend or Foe 7.30pm Friend or Foe

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Thu 18 7.30pm GreaseFri 19 7.30pm GreaseSat 20 2.30pm Grease 7.30pm GreaseMon 22 7.30pm GreaseTue 23 7.30pm GreaseWed 24 7.30pm GreaseThu 25 7.30pm GreaseFri 26 7.30pm GreaseSat 27 2.30pm Grease 7.30pm Grease

October Thu 2 7.30pm MacbethFri 3 7.30pm MacbethSat 4 7.30pm MacbethMon 6 7.30pm MacbethTue 7 7.30pm MacbethWed 8 7.30pm MacbethThu 9 2.30pm Macbeth 7.30pm MacbethFri 10 7.30pm MacbethSat 11 2.30pm Macbeth 7.30pm MacbethMon 13 7.30pm MacbethTue 14 7.30pm MacbethWed 15 7.30pm MacbethThu 16 2.30pm Macbeth 7.30pm MacbethFri 17 7.30pm MacbethSat 18 2.30pm Macbeth 7.30pm MacbethMon 20 7.30pm Joe BrownTue 21 7.30pm Happy Birthday SunitaWed 22 7.30pm Glenn Miller Orchestra

Thu 23 7.30pm Ruby WaxFri 24 7.30pm TangomotionSat 25 2.30pm Champions of Magic 7.30pm Champions of MagicThu 30 11.00am Hare and Tortoise 2.00pm Hare and Tortoise 7.30pm DraculaFri 31 11.00am Hare and Tortoise 2.00pm Hare and Tortoise 7.30pm Dracula

NovemberSat 1 11.00am Hare and Tortoise 2.00pm Hare and Tortoise 7.30pm DraculaMon 3 7.30pm DraculaTue 4 7.30pm DraculaWed 5 7.30pm DraculaThu 6 2.30pm Dracula 7.30pm DraculaFri 7 7.30pm DraculaSat 8 2.30pm Dracula 7.30pm DraculaTue 11 7.30pm DraculaWed 12 7.30pm DraculaThu 13 2.30pm Dracula 7.30pm DraculaFri 14 7.30pm DraculaSat 15 2.30pm Dracula 7.30pm DraculaMon 17 7.30pm World Aids DayTue 18 7.30pm Colchester Military Wives ChoirWed 19 7.30pm Tavaziva TenThu 20 7.30pm La TraviataFri 21 7.30pm Licensed to ThrillSat 22 7.30pm Saturday Night Bee Gees

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Page To Stage Performance Discover more about the creative process in a free workshop

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Fri 5 2.00pm CinderellaSat 6 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaMon 8 10.15am Cinderella 2.00pm CinderellaTue 9 10.15am Cinderella 2.00pm CinderellaWed 10 10.15am Cinderella 2.00pm CinderellaThu 11 10.15am Cinderella 2.00pm CinderellaFri 12 10.15am Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaSat 13 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaMon 15 10.15am Cinderella 2.00pm CinderellaTue 16 10.15am Cinderella 2.00pm CinderellaWed 17 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaFri 19 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaSat 20 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaSun 21 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaMon 22 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaTue 23 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaWed 24 11.00am Cinderella 3.00pm Cinderella

Fri 26 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaSat 27 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaMon 29 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaTue 30 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaWed 31 11.00am Cinderella 3.00pm Cinderella

JanuaryThu 1 2.00pm CinderellaFri 2 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaSat 3 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaSun 4 2.00pm CinderellaTue 6 2.00pm CinderellaWed 7 7.00pm CinderellaThu 8 7.00pm CinderellaFri 9 7.00pm CinderellaSat 10 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaSun 11 2.00pm Cinderella 7.00pm CinderellaFri 16 7.30pm Johnny Cash RoadshowSat 17 7.30pm An Evening of BurlesqueWed 21 7.30pm 42nd StreetThu 22 7.30pm 42nd StreetFri 23 7.30pm 42nd StreetSat 24 2.30pm 42nd Street 7.30pm 42nd StreetMon 26 7.30pm 42nd Street

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All details in this brochure are correct at the time of going to press. Colchester Mercury Theatre Ltd reserves the right to make alterations where necessary.

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Theatres are at the heartof our communities.Let’s shout about howmuch that matters.When our Councillors are taking tough decisions about how to spend our taxes, they need to know how much we value our local theatre’s work and role in the community.

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Theatres are at the heartof our communities.Let’s shout about howmuch that matters.When our Councillors are taking tough decisions about how to spend our taxes, they need to know how much we value our local theatre’s work and role in the community.

My Theatre Matters! invites you to shout about how important your theatre is. We’ll be gathering your stories and building a collective voice to influence decision makers.

Let’s tell them - my theatre matters!

Join the campaign and find ways to make your voice heard.

Add your voice to the UK-wide campaign

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Mercury Theatre What's On Guide - Autumn / Winter 2014

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