Jersey Boys at the Prince Edward Theatre, LondonMatinee performances of Jersey Boys are on Tuesdays, Saturdays & Sundays.Jersey Boys is the incredible tale of four unlikely stars who rose from the wrong side of the tracks to become one of the best-selling groups in music history - Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Their hits included ‘Sherry’, ‘Walk Like A Man’, ‘December, 1963 (Oh What a Night)’, ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’, and ‘Let’s Hang On (To What We’ve Got)’. Now, this sensational juke box musical tells their story; covering the highs and the lows, the mob and the heartache, mixing music and drama at the Prince Edward Theatre.
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead at The Theatre Royal Haymarket, LondonTwo Pawns in a Much Bigger StoryRosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead is the inventive play by Tom Stoppard that revisits the story of Hamlet from the perspective of two minor characters, the courtiers Rosencrantz and Guildenstern. With the exception of a few scenes when the action of Hamlet coincides, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern must fathom what is going on off-stage as events spiral out of their control and impending doom draws near. The cast features Samuel Barnett as Rosencrantz, Jamie Parker as Guildenstern and Tim Curry as The Player.
Apassionata - Together Forever at The O2 Arena, LondonA Passion for Horses at the O2 ArenaApassionata: ‘Together Forever’ is the fantastic follow-up show to the spectacular ‘By the Light of the Stars’ which wowed audiences at the O2 Arena in January 2011. More than 40 horses take audiences on a breathtaking journey, bringing alive the incredible connection between humans and these magnificent animals. Performers include Ukrainian Cossacks, Equipe Iceland, La Troupe Patrice Raymond and Portuguese riding master Luis Valenca. Tickets will surely sell fast for this sensational indoor show.
Batman Live at the O2 Arena, LondonA Superhero Goes on TourA superhero event unlike any seen before, Batman Live is a thrilling arena show, with a 90-strong cast and crew, which tells the dramatic story of Dick Grayson’s transformation into Robin after being taken under the wing of the mysterious tycoon, Bruce Wayne. With stunts, pyrotechnics and incredible Gotham City backdrops, Batman Live promises fans an unforgettable night out. This world tour will start at Manchester’s M.E.N Arena, before moving on to cities across the UK, Europe and North America.Recommended 6+ years
Journey's End at the Duke of York Theatre, LondonThe End of the Waiting GameJourney’s End was last revived in London in 2004 at the Comedy Theatre before going on a national tour. The production returns to London for a limited seven week season at the Duke of York’s Theatre, following the closure of Ghost Stories. Set in the trenches at Saint-Quentin, France at the end of the First World War, Journey’s End is a snapshot into the lives of several British officers on the days leading up to a bloody offensive. R C Sherriff based the poignant play on his own wartime experiences serving in the British Infantry.
Legoland Windsor, BerkshireLegoland Windsor is a family-friendly theme park (dedicated to ages 3-12) located in Windsor, Berkshire that celebrates the classic childrens building toy. The 150 acre park includes many Lego-themed rides, as well as impressive Lego models (from the amazing Miniland to giant fire-breathing dragons) and Lego building workshops. Interactive rides let you take to the skies with the Chopper Squadron, steer your own course on the Driving School or be captain of your vessel at the Boating School. Other attractions include the Vikings River Splash and hilarious Mole-in-One Golf.
The Playboy of the Western World at The Old Vic TheatreThe Tale of a Charismatic Young DreamerWhen Christy Mahon turns up at a village pub seeking refuge after murdering his oppressive father, the locals are beguiled by his theatrical story. He soon charms the village women, including a lonely widow and the landlord’s spirited daughter. However, when Christy’s tale turns out to be less straightforward than they first thought, the locals are quick to turn on the charismatic young dreamer with dramatic consequences. Misfits star Robert Sheehan makes his professional stage debut as Christy Mahon. Ruth Negga plays Pegeen, the landlord’s daughter, and Niamh Cusack stars as Widow Quinn.
Oliver at the Manchester Palace TheatreLionel Bart’s Glorious MusicalFresh from its record-breaking time in the West End, Oliver! comes to the Palace Theatre, Manchester for what will surely be a hugely enjoyable run. Neil Morrissey stars as Fagin in Charles Dickens’ gripping tale about a runaway orphan who ends up on the streets of London before being taken under the wing of a charismatic conman and his gang of adolescent thieves. Lionel Bart’s score includes the brilliant songs Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two and As Long As He Needs Me.
Billy Elliot at the Victoria Palace Theatre, LondonMatinee performances of Billy Elliot are on Thursdays & Saturdays.Adapted for the stage by the original screenwriter Lee Hall, Billy Elliot the Musical has enjoyed outstanding success since opening in the West End in 2005. Billy’s journey from downtrodden boy to professional dancer is brought alive with a harder and darker edge than the film, with some strong language and forceful scenes. Exhilarating and emotionally uplifting, Billy Elliot the Musical is a powerful work with sensational dance sequences. Beat the crowds with Billy Elliot Matinee Tickets at the Victoria Palace Theatre.*Signed Performances: 30th September Evening 2011**Audio Described Performance: 11th June 2011 Matinee***Captioned Performance: 13th October 2011 Matinee
The Pitmen Painters at The Duchess Theatre, LondonThe Incredible Story of the Ashington GroupWritten by Billy Elliot creator Lee Hall, inspired by the book by William Feaver, The Pitmen Painters tells the true story of group of Northumberland miners who began a self-taught painting society that saw them become known as the Ashington Group and saw their work celebrated in the British art world of the 1930s and 1940s. The Pitmen Painters was first performed at Newcastle’s Live Theatre in 2007 before opening at the National Theatre in 2008. The show then embarking on a successful UK tour prior to its West End transfer.
Love Never Dies at the Adelphi Theatre, LondonMatinee performances of Love Never Dies are on Wednesdays & Saturdays.Andrew Lloyd Webber’s atmospheric new musical, Love Never Dies, continues the turbulent tale of the masked protagonist - The Phantom of the Opera - ten years after his dramatic disappearance from the Paris Opera House. With a sweeping score and unforgettable action, Love Never Dies has rightly been described as a rollercoaster ride of intrigue, obsession and romance, where little is first as it appears. Love Never Dies Matinee Tickets are an excellent way to see this much-talked-about show.
Batman Live at the Nottingham Trent FM ArenaA Superhero Goes on TourA superhero event unlike any seen before, Batman Live is a thrilling arena show, with a 90-strong cast and crew, which tells the dramatic story of Dick Grayson’s transformation into Robin after being taken under the wing of the mysterious tycoon, Bruce Wayne. With stunts, pyrotechnics and incredible Gotham City backdrops, Batman Live promises fans an unforgettable night out. This world tour will start at Manchester’s M.E.N Arena, before moving on to cities across the UK, Europe and North America.Recommended 6+ years