edinburgh playhouse summer 2014 brochure
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Edinburgh Playhouse Summer 2014 BrochureTRANSCRIPT
WED 8 - SAT 25 OCT
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SUMMER 2014
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APRIL FAME TUE 22 - SAT 26 APR
PAUL HOLLYWOOD TUE 29 APR
MAY 51 SHADES OF MAGGIE FRI 2 MAY
ELVIS PRESLEY - ON STAGE SAT 3 MAY
ROCK OF AGES MON 19 - SAT 24 MAY
HOMEGROUND CONCERT WITH RUSSELL WATSON & GUESTS SAT 31 MAY
JUNE LET IT BE MON 2 - SAT 7 JUN
IMMORTAL CHI FRI 13 JUN
ANNIE GET YOUR GUN TUE 17 - SAT 21 JUN
JULY THE DRIFTERS SAT 5 JUL
EDINBURGH PLAYHOUSE STAGE EXPERIENCE - MEGA MIX FRI 25 & SAT 26 JUL
BURT BACHARACH WED 30 JUL
AUGUST FORTH ON THE FRINGE FRI 1 & SAT 2 AUG
LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO SAT 9 AUG
INALA - WORLD PREMIERE MARK BALDWIN LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO SUN 10 - TUE 12 AUG
I AM MAU LEMI PONIFASIO SAT 16 & SUN 17 AUG
OFF THE KERB COMEDY GALA IN AID OF WAVERLEY CARE TUE 19 AUG
SWEET MAMBO TANZTHEATER WUPPERTAL PINA BAUSCH SAT 23 - MON 25 AUG
PATRIA - WORLD PREMIERE PACO PEÑA FLAMENCO COMPANY WED 27 & THU 28 AUG
SEPTEMBER
JON RICHARDSON SAT 13 SEP
PUTTIN’ON THE RITZ TUE 16 - SAT 20 SEP
CALAMITY JANE TUE 23 - SAT 27 SEP
STONES IN HIS POCKETS SUN 28 SEP
HA HA HOOD MON 29 SEP
OCTOBER A VISION OF ELVIS SAT 4 OCT
JERSEY BOYS WED 8 - SAT 25 OCT
BARNUM TUE 28 OCT – SAT 1 NOV
NOVEMBER RIVERDANCE TUE 4 – SUN 9 NOV
SIXTIES GOLD MON 10 NOV
LEE MACK TUE 11 & WED 12 NOV
HALFWAY TO PARADISE THE BILLY FURY STORY THU 13 NOV
THE DREAMBOYS FRI 14 NOV
THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN SAT 15 NOV
WICKED WED 19 NOV 2014 - SAT 10 JAN 2015
JANUARY 2015
OMID DJALILI THU 22 JAN
THE RAT PACK VEGAS SPECTACULAR SAT 31 JAN
FEBRUARY 2015
DIRTY DANCING TUE 24 FEB - SAT 14 MAR
MARCH 2015
ELLEN KENT OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONALRIGOLETTO LA TRAVIATAMADAMA BUTTERFLY THU 26 - SAT 28 MAR
JERSEY BOYSWED 8 - SAT 25 OCT
Diary page and cover image from
Broadway and West End productions
WELCOME
Adam Knight
General Manager
It is with great pride I welcome you to my first season
as General Manager of the Edinburgh Playhouse.
They say ‘There’s No Business like Show Business’ and following
the record-breaking success of Disney’s The Lion King, we continue
to bring the very best of Broadway to Scotland’s favourite stage.
The smash hit 80s musical Rock of Ages makes way for a
pair of whip-crackingly classic musicals with Jodie Prenger as
Calamity Jane and Playhouse favourite Jason Donovan returning
in Irving Berlin’s Annie Get Your Gun.
Looking ahead, we are thrilled to present the Scottish premieres of
the multi award-winning hit Jersey Boys and Cameron Mackintosh
and Michael Harrison’s new production of the big-top musical Barnum,
which stars Brian Conley as the greatest showman on earth!
August sees us playing host to the Edinburgh International Festival
including world-class music and dance from Ladysmith Black
Mambazo and the world premiere of Inala; Lemi Ponifasio; the
Paco Peña Flamenco Company; and the legendary choreographer
Pina Bausch. Watch out too for details of our packed Fringe Festival
programme including Forth on the Fringe and the return of
Off The Kerb’s Comedy Gala in aid of Waverley Care.
85 years of headline performances on the Playhouse stage
will be celebrated through a very special concert from the young
company of our ever-popular Stage Experience which will be
accompanied by an exhibition of photographs and memories
of your favourite shows.
Our line up also includes performances by Russell Watson,
Burt Bacharach, Jon Richardson, Lee Mack, Omid Djalili; the
20th anniversary production of Irish dance sensation Riverdance
and Marie Jones’ Olivier Award-winning comedy Stones In
His Pockets amongst many others.
All this, plus the introduction of our delicious Afternoon Tea
served in the stylish surroundings of our luxury pre-show bar
and restaurant The Boards; our new Director’s Box VIP hospitality
packages available for all performances; and your chance to look
behind the scenes with our Theatre Tours means there really
is something for everyone at the Playhouse this Summer!
I look forward to meeting you.
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TUE 22 - SAT 26 APR Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD Half price Tue 22 Apr £5 off Wed 23 Apr (Top 2 prices only)
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A DYNAMIC, ALL-NEW PRODUCTION RE-IMAGINED AND RE-MIXED FOR 2014
‘A FEEL-GOOD TRIUMPH’MAIL ON SUNDAY
‘SENSATIONAL’THE DAILY EXPRESS
‘BREATHTAKING’THE INDEPENDENT
THE ETERNALLY
INSPIRING MUSICAL SEEN BY OVER FOUR MILLION
PEOPLE
BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
Based on the Oscar winning musical film and hugely
successful TV series, Fame - The Musical is back
and it’s gonna live forever!
Brought bang up to date, this exciting new production
will take you on a hi-octane roller coaster ride through dizzy
heights and crashing lows as a group of star-struck wannabes
embark on their quest for the ultimate accolade - fame.
Set in the New York of today at the world famous High School for
Performing Arts New York, young talented hopefuls undertake
the journey of their lives. Ambition, triumph, heartbreak and
romance conspire to steer them off course, and the pressure is
too much for some. But, these kids are determined to live forever
and Fame is the feel-good sensation that you will never forget!
Bursting with dynamic dance routines and unforgettable songs
that have been reimagined for 2014 including Fame and Let’s
Play a Love Scene. Fame - The Musical has enjoyed seven
West End runs since premiering in the USA in 1988 and
continues to be performed all over the world.
#Fame25 www.fame-the-musical.com
Recommended for ages 12+. Contains strong language and adult themes.4
Y E LLOW L A B E L H A L F B OT T L E O F C H I L L ED P R E M I UM C H A M PAG N E A D EL I C I O U S B OX O F C H O CO L AT E S
£30
R E D L A B E L EN T RY TO T H E A M B A S S A D O R LO U N G E WELCO M E D R I N K S AVO U RY N I B B L E S CO M P L I M E N TA RY C LOA KR O O M
£15
B LU E L A B E L WELCO M E D R I N K N I B B L E B OX A P R O G R A M M E O R T H E AT R E G I F T
£15
G R E E N L A B E L A D R I N K AT T H E B A R
£5
PU R PLE L A B E L EN T RY TO T H E A M B A S S A D O R LO U N G E H A L F B OT T L E O F C H I L L ED P R E M I UM C H A M PAG N E A D EL I C I O U S B OX O F C H O CO L AT E S A P R O G R A M M E O R T H E AT R E G I F T S AVO U RY N I B B L E S CO M P L I M E N TA RY C LOA KR O O M
£45
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MON 19 - SAT 24 MAY Mon - Thu eves 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8.30pm Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £10 off Mon - Thu perfs (Top 2 prices and Premium seats only)
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DAILY STAR
Still rocking after 5 years on Broadway and following 3 years of ovation-inducing
performances in London’s West End, the legendary Rock of Ages comes to Edinburgh starring
Ben Richards (9 to 5 The Musical) as Stacee Jaxx and Noel Sullivan (We Will Rock You) as Drew.
This 80s-themed, hilarious musical features over 30 eyebrow scorching tunes including:
DON’T STOP BELIEVIN’, WE BUILT THIS CITY, THE FINAL COUNTDOWN, WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE, HERE I GO AGAIN, CAN’T FIGHT THIS FEELING
and I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS
We can’t sneak you in to the lead-singer’s dressing room, but we can make sure your night goes
with a bang! Grab yourself a ticket and two drinks with our exclusive PARTY PACKAGES available
across all price bands. WARNING: This show contains scenes of Rock ’n’ Roll debauchery.
SEASON HIGHLIGHTSROCK OF AGES Groups 6+ £4 off top 3 prices Groups 10+ £22 tickets Mon - Thu performances.
LET IT BE Groups 10+ £25 tickets Mon - Thu performances.
ANNIE GET YOUR GUN Groups 6+ £4 off top 3 prices Groups 10+ £22.50 tickets Tue - Thu performances.
CALAMITY JANE Groups 10+ £22 tickets Tue - Thu performances.
JERSEY BOYS Groups 10+ £5 off top 3 prices Groups 20+ £6 off top 3 prices Groups 40+ £7 off top 3 prices Mon - Thu performances.
BARNUM Groups 10+ £5 off top 3 prices Groups 20+ £6 off top 3 prices Groups 50+ £7 off top 3 prices Mon - Thu performances. Subject to availability.
RIVERDANCE Groups 10+ £5 off top 2 prices Tue - Thu performances.
WICKED Groups 10+ £5 off top 3 prices Groups 50+ £6 off top 3 prices Mon - Thu performances. Excludes 29 Dec - 3 Jan. Subject to availability.
DIRTY DANCING Groups 10+ £5 off top 3 prices Groups 20+ £6 off top 3 prices Groups 50+ £7 off top 3 prices Mon - Thu evenings & Fri 5pm performances. Subject to availability.
★★★★★ ‘YOU ABSOLUTELY MUST GO AND SEE LET IT BE’DAILY STAR
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COME TOGETHER AND EXPERIENCE THE ICONIC MUSIC OF THE BEATLES
Come together and experience the iconic music of The Beatles with
Let It Be, the spectacular concert jam-packed with over 40 of The
Beatles’ greatest hits! Direct from the West End, this international hit
show celebrates the legacy of the world’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll band.
Relive The Beatles’ meteoric rise from their humble beginnings in
Liverpool’s Cavern Club, through the heights of Beatlemania, to their
later studio masterpieces, with live performances of early tracks
including Twist and Shout, She Loves You and Drive My Car, as well
as global mega-hits Yesterday, Hey Jude, Come Together and, of
course, Let It Be. Travel back to the magical sixties when all you
needed was love, and a little help from your friends!
‘YOU WON’T GET BETTER THANTHIS WEST END SHOW!’
SUNDAY MIRROR
‘AFTER TWO GLORIOUS HOURS I LEFT THE SHOW FEELING AS HIGH AS A KITE.
FOR THOSE WHO LOVE THE BEATLES, THIS SHOW IS ABOUT AS GOOD AS IT GETS’
DAILY TELEGRAPH
CAPITAL GOLD
MON 2 - SAT 7 JUN Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD Half price Mon 2 Jun (Top 2 prices and Premium seats only)
£5 off Tue - Thu perfs (Top 3 prices and Premium seats only)
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AMAZING SAVINGS FOR GROUPS OF 10+Did you know, when booking 10 or more tickets
you can receive the following benefits:
HUGE SAVINGS ON MOST SHOWS
NO BOOKING FEES
RESERVE NOW, PAY LATER
EASILY ADJUSTABLE RESERVATIONS
NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED
REGULAR UPDATES AND PRIORITY NOTIFICATIONS
DEDICATED VENUE SALES TEAM
Shows marked with G throughout the brochure
offer a group discount.
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ROCK OF AGESMON 19 - SAT 24 MAY
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FRI 25 & SAT 26 JUL Fri 7.30pm Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £1 off (Top price only)
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IRVING BERLIN’S CLASSIC MUSICAL
STARRING
JASON DONOVAN*AS FRANK BUTLER
EMMA WILLIAMSAS ANNIE OAKLEY
AND NORMAN PACE AS BUFFALO BILL
Annie Get Your Gun brings the heart of Broadway to Edinburgh
in this major new productionFrom the producers of West Side Story and South Pacific,
this TONY award-winning version of Irving Berlin’s classic musical
comedy stars Jason Donovan (The Sound of Music, Priscilla Queen
of the Desert), Emma Williams (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang) and
Norman Pace (Chicago) this Autumn.
When Buffalo Bill’s Wild West show comes to town, it only takes
one glance for sharp-shooting country girl Annie Oakley to fall head
over heels for its star marksman, Frank Butler. Both have truly
met their match, revealing their competitive natures as they
vie for best shot - and each other’s hearts.
Featuring the all-time classic hits There’s No Business Like Show
Business, Doin’ What Comes Natur’lly and Anything You Can Do
I Can Do Better, led by a live grand orchestra.
EDINBURGH PLAYHOUSE STAGE EXPERIENCE PRESENTS
TUE 17 - SAT 21 JUN Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £10 off Tue - Thu perfs (Top 2 prices and Premium seats only)
C G E Details page 35
*Jason Donovan will not be appearing on Fri 20 or Sat 21 Jun.
‘SPARKLING, THRILLING AND, ULTIMATELY ENTHRALLING, TRUE QUALITY’THOM DIBDIN ANNALS OF EDINBURGH FOOTLOOSE 2012
Now in its ninth year, and following in the footsteps of
critically acclaimed productions including High School Musical,
Fame, The Glee Club Experience, Footloose and last year’s smash hit,
Grease, the Edinburgh Playhouse Stage Experience is back presenting
a celebration of the best musicals, iconic singers and bands that
have appeared on the world famous Edinburgh Playhouse
stage during its 85 year history.
120 of the area’s most talented youngsters will take to the stage to
present a concert packed full of huge chorus numbers, stunning solos
and featuring songs from musicals such as Les Misérables, Hairspray,
Legally Blonde and Disney’s The Lion King and legendary performers
including Elton John, Kylie Minogue, The Rolling Stones and Queen.
This is a rare and fantastic opportunity for you to see
the stars of the future.
‘EFFORTLESSLY PROFESSIONAL’EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS, FAME 2010
‘AMAZINGLY ENERGETIC DANCE ROUTINES’EDINBURGH GUIDE, FAME 2010
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TUE 16 - SAT 20 SEP Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD Half price Tue 16 Sep £6 off Wed - Fri perfs & Sat mat (Top price and Premium seats only)
C G Details page 35
IT’S WONDERFUL. IT’S MARVELLOUS.
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It’s the all singing, all dancing movie musical Puttin’ on the Ritz,
featuring the most famous song and dance moments from the
last 50 years of movie history, all recreated live on stage.
Join us as we take you on a nostalgic journey where you will see
film clips of the most popular movies in history, and then watch the
action unfold, live on stage, as our wonderful cast of singers and
dancers perform the greatest song and dance numbers from
the greatest movie musicals.
Puttin’ on the Ritz has the audience singing and dancing along in
their seats, in a fun filled performance that is visually stunning
and incredibly entertaining.
‘THIS GLORIOUS SHOW HITS THE JACKPOT’
U.S. PRESS
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INAFTERNOON TEA
AFTERNOON TEA £15PRESENTING AFTERNOON TEA IN THE BOARDS FOR ALL THEATRE TICKET HOLDERS
Enjoy a decadent Afternoon Tea in The Boards
before any show (matinee or evening) and relax
in the knowledge that you are only seconds
away from your seat.
Featuring cakes from our vintage cake supplier,
the wonderful Casa Angelina (based on London
Street) this tastefully designed Afternoon Tea
will transport you back to the glamour of a
1920s tea room. Officially launching for
Annie Get Your Gun and on offer throughout
the Summer/Autumn season.
Each Afternoon Tea includes a selection
of delicate sandwiches, a teacup of crisps,
Casa Angelina vintage patisserie selection,
scone with clotted cream and jam and
a pot of speciality tea or coffee.
SPECIAL GROUPS OFFER (BOOKING 10+) £10 PER PERSON Book now to avoid
disappointment! Visit
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edinburgh and search
The Boards to book.
TWILIGHT TEA £25WHO SAYS AFTERNOON TEA HAS TO BE TEA, OR SERVED IN THE AFTERNOON FOR THAT MATTER?
If you are attending an evening performance
with that special someone or just looking
for a good excuse to spoil yourself, the
Twilight Tea Package is the perfect choice.
For only £25 per person, the Twilight Tea Package
promises treats throughout your entire visit
to the theatre. Begin your evening indulging in
pre-show Afternoon Tea in The Boards and take
advantage of the complimentary cloakroom
before you take your seat. Escape the crowds
at the interval and enjoy your glass of Prosecco*
while relaxing in our Ambassador Lounge.
With luxury assured throughout your entire
visit to the theatre, this package really is the
icing on the cake for any special occasion.
*Alcoholic option for the Twilight Tea Package is a glass of Prosecco,
this can be substituted for any soft drink upon request.
Please note: The Boards is located on the Balcony level of the
theatre and is not on street level. If you have any access requirements
please do not hesitate to contact us on 0131 524 3301.
MUSIC BY
GEORGE GERSHWINIRVING BERLINRODGERS & HARTCOLE PORTERCHOREOGRAPHY INSPIRED BY
FRED ASTAIREGINGER ROGERSGENE KELLYCYD CHARISSE
A GLORIOUS CELEBRATION OF THE GREATEST
MOVIE MUSICALS
The perfect treat for Puttin’ on the Ritz,
Calamity Jane, Jersey Boys and Barnum.
Not to be missed by mothers and daughters,
couples or ladies who lunch!
BRAND NEW PRODUCTION OF THE CLASSIC MUSICAL
Following numerous highly acclaimed productions that include
Sweeney Todd and Sunset Boulevard, The Watermill Theatre
returns with a new production of the classic musical Calamity Jane.
Starring Jodie Prenger (Oliver!, Spamalot and One Man Two Guvnors)
alongside a cast of multi-talented actor/musicians, this brand new
production gets to the heart and soul of the musical.
Calamity Jane can outrun and outshoot any man in Deadwood.
Hard, boastful and desperate to impress, she travels to Chicago on
the Deadwood Stage to recruit a star, Adelaide Adams. But things
don’t go too smoothly for Calamity, as everyone in town favours the
new girl and she struggles to keep her jealousy and pride in check.
It takes her long standing enemy Wild Bill Hickok to make her see
sense, and realise her Secret Love.
With an Oscar nominated score that includes The Black Hills of Dakota,
The Deadwood Stage (Whip-Crack-Away), Just Blew in from the Windy
City and the award-winning song Secret Love, don’t miss this new
production which blows into Edinburgh for one week only.0844 871 3014 atgtickets.com/edinburgh Bkg fees apply
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TUE 23 - SAT 27 SEP Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £10 off Tue 23 Sep (Top 2 prices and Premium seats only)
£5 off Wed & Thu perfs (Top 3 prices and Premium seats only)
C G Details page 35Make the most of your visit to Edinburgh with The Place, an ideal
city location, just a short walk from the theatre, New Town shopping
and Old Town delights. Let us do the organising and provide you
with everything from top seats and fabulous dining to the
full comforts of our glorious Georgian property.
SHOW AND HOTELStay in a superior room
with two tickets for a show,
pre-theatre dinner and
breakfast all from
£110 per person.
SHOW AND DINETwo tickets for a show and
a delicious pre-theatre dinner
from £59 per person.
BOOKINGTo book your package or for
further details visit the website
www.yorkplace-edinburgh.co.uk
or email the reservations team
34 - 38 York Place
Edinburgh
EH1 3HU
EDINBURGH PLAYHOUSE OFFICIAL PARTNER
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Be inspired to hire this extraordinary space for private soirées, cabaret nights or charity
events and ‘put on the Ritz’ with a little help from a personal Events Planner. Bespoke packages
are available upon request with flexibility to incorporate live music, DJs and a dance floor.
For more information, please contact our Development Manager on 0131 524 3321.
SECURE A TABLE FOR YOUR PARTY TO ENJOY PRE-SHOW DRINKS BY JOINING OUR MANAGER’S GUEST LIST!
We are now open two hours before every performance for all ticket holders to come and
relax in the gorgeous surroundings of The Boards. Enjoy a coffee on the sofa by our grand
piano, indulge in a specially designed cocktail at our Manhattan style bar or relax on our plush
furnishing while our fantastic team serve your refreshments. To Join the Manager’s
Guest List call 0131 524 3324 or email [email protected]
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PRE-THEATRE SET COURSE MENU RETURNS FOR OUR EXCITING AUTUMN SEASON
The popular set-course menu is back! Enjoy a delicious 2 course meal from our
set menu before all performances of Jersey Boys, Barnum, Riverdance and Wicked.
Book early to avoid disappointment for these busy shows and relax knowing that you are
only seconds away from your show seats. Advance booking is essential. To reserve your
table please email [email protected] or call 0131 524 3324.
Note that tables must be taken by 6pm.
Visit www.atgtickets.com/edinburgh and search The Boards to download the menu or visit
the dedicated facebook page for hot off the press news, menu updates and special offers.
www.facebook.com/TheBoards1920
The Boards is located on the Balcony level.
If you have any access requirements please call 0131 524 3301.
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WED 8 - SAT 25 OCT Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm
AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Thu 16 Oct 7.30pm Touch Tour time TBC
CAPTIONED PERF Tue 21 Oct 7.30pm
SIGNED PERF Thu 23 Oct 7.30pm (Stage left)
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The internationally acclaimed stage sensation, Jersey Boys is touring
the UK and Ireland for the very first time and comes to the Edinburgh
Playhouse this October. This smash hit musical has won 55 major awards
worldwide, including the Olivier Award for Best New Musical.
Jersey Boys tells the true life story of four boys from the wrong side
of the tracks who wrote their own songs, invented their own unique sound,
and sold 175 million records worldwide. Featuring hit after legendary hit
including Beggin’, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Oh What A Night, Sherry,
Walk Like A Man, Bye Bye Baby, Big Girls Don’t Cry and many
more, Jersey Boys is a story full of heart, humour and
‘SHEER MUSICAL RAZZMATAZZ’ (THE SUNDAY EXPRESS)
you simply will never forget.
★★★★★SUNDAY TELEGRAPH | TIME OUT | THE TIMES | DAILY EXPRESS
‘SEE IT. LIVE IT. LOVE IT’ BBC LONDON
‘THE BEST WEST END MUSICAL FOR YEARS’ BBC RADIO 2
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TUE 28 OCT - SAT 1 NOV Tue - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm
AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Wed 29 Oct 7.30pm Touch Tour time TBC
CAPTIONED PERF Thu 30 Oct 7.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £5 off Tue 28 & Wed 29 Oct (Premium seats only)
C G E Details page 35
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‘BLOCKBUSTER BARNUM! THEATRICAL ENERGY OF THE HIGHEST ORDER’ DAILY EXPRESS
‘BARNUM’S THE NAME, P T BARNUM, AND I WANT TO TELL YOU THAT TONIGHT, ON THIS STAGE, YOU
ARE GOING TO SEE - BAR NONE - EVERY SIGHT, WONDER AND MIRACLE THAT NAME STANDS FOR!’
This exhilarating musical follows the irrepressible
imagination and dreams of Phineas T Barnum, America’s
Greatest Showman. The story of his life and his marriage
to Chairy reveals a couple who looked at the world from
opposite sides of the spectrum, and also reveals that she
was the practical one who made his dreams come true. We
follow the legendary showman’s life as he lit up the world
with colour, warmth and the excitement of his imagination
and finally teamed up with J A Bailey to create Barnum
and Bailey’s Circus - the Greatest Show on Earth.
Barnum is a
‘BIG, SHARP, WITTY, BREATHTAKING AND EMOTIONAL’
(The Observer) show starring Brian Conley
(Oliver!, Hairspray, Jolson) and Linzi Hateley
(Mary Poppins, Mamma Mia!, Chicago, Les Misérables).
Cy Coleman’s wonderfully exuberant score includes the
hits Come Follow The Band, The Colours Of My Life
and There Is A Sucker Born Ev’ry Minute.
A CAMERON MACKINTOSH / MICHAEL HARRISON PRESENTATION OF
THE MARK BRAMBLE / MICHAEL STEWART / CY COLEMAN MUSICAL
CAMERON MACKINTOSH & CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE’S
RECORD-BREAKING PRODUCTION
‘IT’S A REAL EVENT’ BBC SATURDAY REVIEW
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TUE 4 - SUN 9 NOV Tue - Sun eves 8pm Sat & Sun mats 2.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £7.50 off Tue - Thu perfs (Top 2 prices only)
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‘THE SORT OF SPECTACLE AND EXPERIENCE THAT COMES ALONG ONCE IN A LIFETIME’THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER
‘DANCE DOES NOT OFTEN GET SO GOOD’ THE GUARDIAN
PRODUCED BY MOYA DOHERTY DIRECTED BY JOHN MCCOLGAN
MUSIC AND LYRICS BY BILL WHELAN
With an incredible two decades of global success since the show
first burst into the public’s heart at the Eurovision Song Contest in
Dublin in 1994, this is an unmissable chance for UK audiences to
reconnect with what the Irish Times rightly described as
‘THE ORIGINAL. THE BEST.’
This 20th Anniversary UK Tour, gives Riverdance fans old and
new, the opportunity to celebrate an incredible milestone for an
incredible show. Twenty years after it took its first steps, a truly
phenomenal piece of theatrical entertainment is back by
popular demand. Don’t miss this anniversary tour!
‘THE SHOW IS QUITE SIMPLY INCREDIBLE’ THE WASHINGTON TIMES
‘A FAMILY EVENING UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE’
THE TIMES
THE DIRECTOR’S BOX EXPERIENCE
The Director’s Box at the Edinburgh Playhouse
has been graced by various guests over the
decades from Brian May, Sir Cameron Mackintosh,
Lee Evans, Kevin Bridges, Lenny Henry, Susan
Boyle, Gordon Strachan and Lord Lloyd Webber.
Now you have the opportunity to make your
visit to the Playhouse even more memorable by
experiencing the full red carpet treatment and
pampering yourself with the all the luxury and
glamour of our exclusive Director’s Box.
Our brand new Director’s Box
package includes:
DEDICATED VIP HOST TO ESCORT YOU TO THE DIRECTOR’S BOX
A HALF BOTTLE OF CHILLED PREMIUM CHAMPAGNE
A DELICIOUS BOX OF CHOCOLATES
A HOUSE PROGRAMME
SELECTION OF SAVOURY SNACKS
COMPLIMENTARY CLOAKROOM
Your host will also be able to guide you
through our selection of premium wine,
champagne and whiskies to add that
extra special touch of indulgence
to your experience.
Seats in our exclusive Director’s Box can
be booked online, on the phone or in person
at the Playhouse Box Office.
STYLE YOUR OWN SIGNATUREEXPERIENCECanapés, Afternoon Tea, Edinburgh whisky tasting
or private dining options are also available for
corporate groups and parties of up to 8 people.
If you would like to discuss bespoke packages,
please contact our Development Manager
Sarah Jane Dooley on 0131 524 3321 or
The Director’s Box is located in the Circle,
a few steps above foyer level.
If you have any access requirements please
call 0131 524 3301 before booking.
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WED 19 NOV 2014 - SAT 10 JAN 2015 Mon - Sat eves 7.30pm Wed & Sat mats 2.30pm
SIGNED PERF Fri 28 Nov 7.30pm (Stage left)
AUDIO DESCRIBED PERF Thu 4 Dec 7.30pm Touch Tour time TBC
CAPTIONED PERF Fri 5 Dec 7.30pm
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Winner of 90 international awards, Wicked has been casting its
magical spell over audiences across the world for a decade and
continues to break records at London’s Apollo Victoria Theatre.
In a brilliantly witty re-imagining of the stories and characters
created by L. Frank Baum in ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’, Wicked
tells the incredible untold story of an unlikely but profound
friendship between two sorcery students. Their extraordinary
adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their destinies
as Glinda The Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
This record-breaking national tour, which has won five-star
rave reviews, features thrilling technical wizardy, stunning
costumes and show-stopping songs.
Wicked is an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.
Extra mats on Thu 18 Dec, Tue 23 Dec, Sun 28 Dec, Mon 29 Dec, Tue 30 Dec, Fri 2 Jan and Thu 8 Jan. No mats on Wed 19 Nov or Wed 31 Dec. No eve perf on Wed 24 Dec, Thu 25 Dec, Wed 31 Dec or Thu 1 Jan.
51 SHADES OF MAGGIEFRI 2 MAY 7.30pm ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off G
Written by Leesa Harker, 51 Shades of Maggie
is the number one best-selling comedy send-up
of 50 Shades of Grey. This hilarious one-woman
play is full of naughty bits. Join Maggie and her
friends on this (slightly filthy) journey of love,
booze and whips! Recommended age 16+
‘MADE US LAUGH ’TIL WE CRIED. TWO HOURS FLASHED PAST AMID GREAT HILARITY’ BELFAST TELEGRAPH
THE DRIFTERSSAT 5 JUL 7.30pm C
The Drifters’ most spectacular show to date –
The Optimum Tour, featuring the current line up
of Michael Williams, Damien Charles, Ryan King
and Daniel Bowen Smith. Following the success
of the 60th Anniversary Diamond Dynasty Tour,
they are proud to bring their fast moving,
exhilarating show to the Playhouse. Showcasing
the events, people and culture over the decades
of The Drifters’ historical legacy plus brand new
recordings, this is soul music at its very best.
PAUL HOLLYWOOD LIVE GET YOUR BAKE ON!TUE 29 APR Doors 7pm
Get Your Bake On will see Great British Bake Off
star Paul Hollywood demonstrate recipes, reveal
some of the secrets of being a TV chef and take
the audience on a journey through his life in
baking. The show will culminate with four lucky
randomly chosen audience members coming
on stage to bake with Paul.
HOMEGROUND CONCERT WITH RUSSELL WATSON & GUESTSSAT 31 MAY 7.30pm
Join us for an evening of entertainment at its best
to raise money for Poppyscotland, the Falklands
Veterans Foundation, Coming Home (Haig Trust)
and The Welsh Guards Afghanistan Appeal.
The evening will be a continuation of quality acts
from start to finish including music from Russell
Watson and the National Symphony Orchestra,
alongside a number of other guest acts. See www.homegroundprojects.org.uk for more information.
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COMING SOON
TUE 24 FEB - SAT 14 MAR 2015 Mon - Thu & Sat eves 7.30pm Fri 5pm & 8.30pm Wed 25 Feb & Sat mats 2.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD Half price Tue 24 Feb (Premium seats only)
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Following its phenomenal run in 2012,
the record-breaking sensation returns
to Edinburgh for 3 weeks only.
Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage
is an unprecedented live experience, exploding
with heart-pounding music, passionate romance
and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions
across the globe, this worldwide smash-hit tells
the classic story of Baby and Johnny and features
35 hit songs including Hungry Eyes, Hey! Baby,
Do You Love Me? and the heart stopping
(I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life!
www.dirtydancingontour.com
*Transaction fee applies. Tour routes are subject to change
and availability. Tours involve a number of stairs. If you have
any access requirements please call 0131 524 3301.
A unique opportunity to step on stage,
go up to the fly floor for a bird’s eye view
of the stage and much, much more!
Tours are available on selected Saturdays
and midweek matinee mornings for a number of
shows in this brochure. Tours begin at 10.30am
and last approximately 90 minutes.
For a full list of upcoming dates, please visit
www.atgtickets.com/edinburgh*
For bespoke group tours please contact
us on 0131 524 3316 or email
PRICES £12.50 Adults
£10 Concessions / ATG Theatre Card
£8 Groups 10+/Schools
TO BOOKCall 0844 871 3014*
www.atgtickets.com/edinburgh*
or in person at our Box Office.
SPECIAL EVENTS
BOOK NOW www.atgtickets.com/edinburghBkg fee
JON RICHARDSON NIDIOT SAT 13 SEP 8pm
Jon Richardson is checking his tyre pressures
and putting an emergency packed lunch in the
boot of his car, ready to hit the road again with
a brand new tour Nidiot. The perennial singleton
and misanthrope is determined to become a more
easygoing person for the sake of his friends and his
future health. Come and find out whether or not a
leopard can change its spots, or if they are doomed
to be angry forever not to have been given a more
uniform and symmetrical fur pattern.
HA HA HOOD!MON 29 SEP 7.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G
FEATURING A SPECIAL GUEST STAR NARRATOR. After the hugely successful UK tour of Ha Ha
Holmes! in 2013, Ha Ha! returns by popular demand
with the next instalment in the series. Ha Ha Hood!
stars comedy queen Su Pollard (Hi-de-Hi!, You
Rang, M’Lord?) as Maiden Marian and sees the
return of Ben Langley in the role of Robin Hood,
the world’s favourite outlaw, with further casting
to be announced. Ha Ha Hood! is not to be missed.
IMMORTAL CHI WORLD TOUR 2014FRI 13 JUN 7.30pm F
Direct from China and created by the team
behind the renowned production Shaolin Warriors,
Immortal Chi has been conceived and directed by
acclaimed Cirque director Erick Villeneuve, along
with the Cirque du Soleil creative team. In the best
traditions of Cirque, Immortal Chi weaves an
amazing and exciting story which will have you
breathless with wonder.
Immortal Chi is a brand new spectacular fusion
of jaw dropping Chinese Martial Arts, amazing
multimedia images, fabulous and beautiful costumes
and original musical score, incorporating the Chinese
Girl drummers.
A breathtaking explosion of movement and
multimedia, this is a feast for all the senses.
Immortal Chi is not just a show - it’s an
experience not to be missed.
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OFF THE KERB COMEDY GALA IN AID OF WAVERLEY CARETUE 19 AUG 7.30pm
Edinburgh’s biggest comedy event featuring
an all-star cast, with special guest hosts to be
confirmed! Previous years have included Jon
Richardson and Kevin Bridges among others.
Last’s year’s event was a complete sell out
so book early to avoid disappointment.
Recorded for television. Ages 14+.
STONES IN HIS POCKETSSUN 28 SEP 7.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £2 off C G
The Multi Award Winning Comedy by Marie Jones.
Following a sell-out run on Broadway, four and
a half years in the West End and on tour, the
worldwide sensation Stones In His Pockets
returns with Ian McElhinney, the original director
at the helm. Seen by over 2 million people, don’t
miss this hilarious and moving tale of a quiet Irish
community turned upside down by the arrival of
a Hollywood movie shoot.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
BURT BACHARACHWED 30 JUL 7.30pm
Burt Bacharach returns to the UK in this
prestigious and highly anticipated concert. In
a landmark 50+ year run on the charts, Bacharach
is viewed as the unique combination of one of the
greatest composers of all time and the ultra-cool
cult hero of the contemporary music set. See
Burt live and expect to hear his most loved songs
including I’ll Never Fall In Love Again, The Look Of
Love, I Say A Little Prayer, (They Long To Be) Close
To You, This Guys in Love With You and many more!
FORTH ON THE FRINGEFRI 1 & SAT 2 AUG 7.30pm
Forth on the Fringe is hosted by Forth 1’s Boogie
and Arlene and showcases the essential acts you
need to see at this year’s Fringe with a selection
of comedy, music, cabaret and dance.
Previous guests have included Adam Hills, Jason
Byrne, Ruby Wax, Stephen K Amos, Ed Byrne
and many more - this year’s line-up will not
disappoint! Don’t miss one of the must
see shows of this year’s Fringe!
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THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN REACH OUT® 50 YEARS OF NO.1 HITS TOUR SAT 15 NOV 7.30pm C G
An all-new, all-star Stateside spectacular boasting
more No.1s than ever - the legend of the label lives
on. 5-star performances revive more than 36
classics from the Temptations, Supremes, Four
Tops, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder,
Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more.
‘SPELLBINDING ALL THE WAY THROUGH’www.easytheatres.com
SIXTIES GOLDMON 10 NOV 7.30pm
Back by popular demand! For lovers of Sixties
music, this is the ultimate line-up.
Gerry & The Pacemakers. The first act to reach
No.1 and the first act ever to top the charts with
their first three singles. The Searchers’ first single
also went to No.1 and led to five more Top 5 hits.
Also featuring P.J. Proby and The Fortunes.
Finally Brian Poole and Chip Hawkes.
Performing hits of The Tremeloes.
OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL PRESENT THREE
ELLEN KENT PRODUCTIONS FEATURING THE
CHISINAU NATIONAL OPERA AND PHILHARMONIC
RIGOLETTO THU 26 MAR 2015 7.30pm
LA TRAVIATA FRI 27 MAR 2015 7.30pm
MADAMA BUTTERFLY SAT 28 MAR 2015 7.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £5.50 off (Top price and Premium seats only)
EARLY BOOKING OFFER £5 off if booked and paid for by Tue 30 Sep 2014 (Top 2 prices only)
C G E F
HALFWAY TO PARADISETHE BILLY FURY STORYTHU 13 NOV 7.30pm C G
Billy Fury was Britain’s own Elvis and girls loved
him! 31 years after his untimely death, Billy’s own
band - his original Fury’s Tornados remember him
by re-playing live his timeless 29 hit records -
Wondrous Place, Last Night Was Made For Love,
I Will, A Thousand Stars, Jealousy, Halfway To
Paradise and many more. The stunning Colin Gold
stars as Fury. See Billy come alive with his Fury’s
Tornados on giant screen - an electric atmosphere.
30 BOOK NOW www.atgtickets.com/edinburghBkg fee
A VISION OF ELVIS SAT 4 OCT 7.30pm C G
A Vision Of Elvis starring Rob Kingsley and his
sensational band and singers is recognised as
Europe’s most authentic and successful tribute to
Elvis Presley. This show brings you a full evening
featuring all the classic hits, from the hip swiveling
50’s Sun Studios to the Movie Years and the 1968
Comeback Special with the finale being the electrifying Jumpsuit Concert Years.www.avisionofelvis.co.uk
OMID DJALILI IRANALAMADINGDONGTHU 22 JAN 2015 8pm
He’s back on tour with a new show, following
a sell-out four week West-End residency and
a sold-out season at the Edinburgh Festival.
‘RIGHT NOW, THE IRANIAN DJALILI IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE MOST SUBVERSIVE, LET ALONE FUNNIEST, COMEDIANS AROUND’ THE GUARDIAN
THE DREAMBOYS FIT & FAMOUSFRI 14 NOV 7.30pm
ATG THEATRE CARD £2.50 off G
If you’re looking for the perfect girls’ night out,
look no further than these incredible stripping
hunks, the UK’s top male glamour show. In a
brand new action packed night of music, muscle,
magic and mayhem, these boys will leave you
breathless and begging for more! Book now
before it’s too late!
LEE MACK HIT THE ROAD MACKTUE 11 & WED 12 NOV 8pm
Extra date added due to phenomenal demand!
The multi-award winning star of Not Going Out
and Would I Lie To You?, Lee Mack, is going back
on the road with his first live tour in over 4 years.
Expect his trademark brand of high energy banter,
well-crafted gags and sharp one-liners in one of
the most hotly anticipated shows of the year.
‘GUT-BUSTINGLY FUNNY’ THE SUNDAY TIMESPLEASE NOTE: OCCASIONAL STRONG LANGUAGE
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PRICE BAND A B C D E S
Fame £32 £27.50 £22 £15 £10 £37.50
Paul Hollywood £29.50 - - - - -
51 Shades of Maggie £21 - - - - -
Elvis Presley - On Stage £33 £30 £21 - - -
Rock of Ages £32 £27.50 £22 £15 £10 £37.50
Homeground Concert with Russell Watson & Guests £44.50 £37.50 £28.50 - - £60
Let it Be £35 £29.50 £19.50 £15 £10 £39.50
Immortal Chi £23 £20.50 £19.50 - - -
Annie Get Your Gun £32.50 £28 £22.50 £15.50 £10.50 £38
The Drifters £26 - - - - -
Edinburgh Playhouse Stage Experience - Mega Mix £16.50 - - - - £19.50
Burt Bacharach £40.50 £35.50 £26 - - £56
Forth on the Fringe £17.50 - - - - -
Off The Kerb Comedy Gala in aid of Waverley Care £25 - - - - -
Jon Richardson £20.50 - - - - -
Puttin’ on the Ritz £27.50 £20.50 £15 - - £32.50
Calamity Jane £29.50 £25 £19.50 £15 £10 £35
Stones In His Pockets £24 £18.50 £11 - - £29.50
Ha Ha Hood £21 £18 - - - £24
A Vision of Elvis £22 £20 - - - -
Jersey Boys Mon - Thu Fri & Sat
£46 £49.50
£39.50 42.50
£31 £34
£22.50 £24.50
£18 £20
£53.50 £58.50
Barnum Tue - Thu Fri & Sat
£42.50 £45
£37.50 £39.50
£27.50 £29.50
£17.50 £19.50
£12.50 £15
£47.50 £49.50
Riverdance Tue - Thu & Sat mat
Fri, Sat & Sun eve Sun mat
£41.00 £44.50 £36.50
£38.50 £41.00 £34.50
£30.50 £31.50 £25.50
£24 £26.50 £19.50
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Lee Mack £28.50 - - - - -
Halfway to Paradise £22 - - - - -
The Dreamboys £23.50 - - - - -
The Magic of Motown £26 £24.50 - - - -
Wicked Off peak perfs
Peak perfs£52.50
£55£42.50 £47.50
£32.50 £35.50
£25 £27.50
£20 £22.50
£72.50 £75
Omid Djalili £24 - - - - -
The Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular £23 £21 £17 - - -
Dirty Dancing Mon - Thu & Fri 5pm
Fri 8.30pm & Sat £45
£49.50£40
£45.50£35
£39.50£27.50
£30£20 £20
£75 £75
Ellen Kent £32.50 £27.50 £20 £15 - £37.50
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The Edinburgh Playhouse, Scotland’s
Broadway, is the largest all seated theatre
in the UK with over 3000 seats.
The Circle is located on street level with
614 seats and accessible seating is also
located in this area.
The Stalls is four flights of stairs down from
the Circle and is the largest seating area within
the theatre with 1587 seats in total.
The Balcony is situated up 2 flights of stairs
and has a capacity of 838 seats. Please note
that the rear of the Balcony is very steep.
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Restoration Levy / Building Fund (as appropriate) Up to £1.50 from each ticket sold contributes to The Edinburgh Playhouse’s restoration fund / building fund. **A £2.85 single transaction fee applies to online and telephone bookings for all shows except Wicked where a £4 single transaction fee applies (excludes Theatre Card holders and all groups of 10+ booked direct with the venue). *A number of performances are subject to a 1% per ticket fee for all credit and debit card bookings.
EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL BOOKINGS Online eif.co.uk Telephone 0131 473 2000 In Person at the Playhouse Box Office
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BY PHONETelephone bookings 0844 871 3014 Mon - Sat, 9am - 10pm; Sun 10am - 8pm. National call rate. Booking fees apply.
IN PERSONBox Office, The Edinburgh Playhouse, 18 - 22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3AA
Visit the theatre’s Box Office. Open Mon - Sat, 12 noon - 6pm (8pm on perf days) NB a 1% charge applies to certain events
when paying by credit/debit card.
BY FAXFax through your ticket requirements on 0131 524 3350
BY POSTPlease make cheques payable to The Ambassador Theatre Group Venues Ltd, enclose SAE and send to the above address.
An additional surcharge may apply for certain events.
CONCESSIONSShows with these symbols have the following concessions available:
C Seniors / Children / Students
/ Reg. Unemployed
G Groups of 10 or more
E Schools
F Family
Concessions may be restricted to certain price levels and performances and can be withdrawn by management without notice. Only one concession can be applied at any one time and proof of status is required.
ATG THEATRE CARD ATG Theatre Card offers are subject to availability on selected seat prices and for a max. of 4 tickets per card. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
GROUP SALESOur in-house Group Sales department is open Mon - Fri, 10am - 6pm & group discounts are available for many shows. For details call 0844 871 3034.
EXCHANGE POLICYTickets are non refundable. However, at certain performances, tickets may be exchanged for a £2 charge for this service. Contact the Box Office for details.
BABES IN ARMS POLICYThe Edinburgh Playhouse is a child and family friendly venue. However, for the comfort of our patrons, children under the age of 2 are not permitted in the theatre unless the show is specifically for pre-school children. At pre-school children’s shows, infants under 2 do not need a ticket as they cannot occupy a seat and are the responsibility of their parent / guardian. Children over the age of 2 must have a valid theatre ticket. To find out about all our facilities for parents with children, or if you have a special request, please call 0131 524 3333.
GENERAL ENQUIRIESPlease call 0131 524 3333 between 12pm & 5pm, Mon - Fri.
VENUE ACCESS INFORMATIONWe will always endeavour to meet individual needs. Our Venue Access Team are available Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm. For more information, details about applicable access rates or to book please call the Venue Access Team on 0131 524 3301 or email [email protected] • Level access to the theatre is through the Main Entrance to Circle Level. Accessible toilet and bar located on Circle Level. The Stalls are located 40 steps from street level, the Balcony is located 25 steps up from street level. Please note that the Edinburgh Playhouse does not have a lift. The Circle Level is our easy access point and we would recommend booking in the Circle for any of our patrons with limited mobility.• Up to 8 wheelchair spaces per performance located in Row M of the Circle. Call 0131 524 3301 for availability and to book.• Sennheiser Infrared System for the hearing impaired. To obtain a headset please ask a member of the Front of House team on arrival.• Guide Dogs welcome. Pleaseadvise the theatre when booking. • Audio Brochures & Large PrintBrochures are available upon request by calling 0131 524 3301.
Calls via Typetalk are welcome, please dial 18001 0131 524 3301.
ENHANCED PERFORMANCESThe Edinburgh Playhouse regularly schedules sign interpreted, audio described and captioned performances for certain shows. For details, see individual show pages.
To join our database for upcoming enhanced performances, please email [email protected] If you require a headset for an audio described performance please advise our team when booking.
Prices are correct at the time of going to press,
however we reserve the right to change or vary
prices at any time, all discounts are limited
and subject to availability.
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THEATRE INFORMATION
WHERE WE AREThe Edinburgh Playhouse,
18 – 22 Greenside Place,
Edinburgh, EH1 3AA
HOW TO FIND USThe Edinburgh Playhouse is
situated on Greenside Place,
at the top of Leith Walk and
close to the east end of
Princes Street.
CORPORATE HOSPITALITYSelect one of our bespoke
packages or we can tailor
individual events to your
requirements. For further
information, please email
sarahjanedooley@
theambassadors.com
PHOTOGRAPHYPhotography and the recording
of events are strictly forbidden
at all times.
ADMISSIONLatecomers may not be admitted
to the show until a suitable break
in the performance and, in some
instances, not until the interval.
The management reserves the
right to refuse admission.
PARKINGThere is a 24-hour Q-park car
park located on Greenside Place
next to the theatre.
BARSThe theatre bars are located
on the Stalls, Mezzanine, Circle
and Balcony levels. We offer
a wide selection of wines, spirits,
beers & soft drinks.
MAILING LISTIf you would like to be added
to our free mailing list to receive
details of forthcoming attractions,
send your name and address to:
The Edinburgh Playhouse,
18-22 Greenside Place,
Edinburgh, EH1 3AA.
Details can be emailed to
edinburghplayhouse@
theambassadors.com
RESTORATION FUNDUp to £1.50 of the ticket
price on most shows goes
to The Edinburgh Playhouse
Restoration Fund. Recent
projects funded by this include
a new and improved air cooling
system in the auditorium and
a top-of-the-range modern fire
alarm system for the building.
LOST PROPERTYShould you leave any items of
personal property in the theatre,
please call 0131 524 3333
between 12 noon & 5pm,
Mon – Fri.
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AMBASSADOR THEATRE GROUP Co-founded by Sir Howard Panter and Rosemary
Squire OBE in 1992, the Ambassador Theatre Group
Ltd (ATG) has grown to be the world’s number one
live-theatre group with a total of 40 venues in
Britain and on Broadway and an internationally
recognised theatre producer. It is also a leader in
theatre ticketing services through ATG Tickets and
The Ticket Machine Group (TMG). ATG’s impressive
portfolio of West End theatres includes Apollo
Victoria, Donmar Warehouse, Duke of York’s,
Fortune, Harold Pinter, Lyceum, Phoenix, Piccadilly,
Playhouse, Savoy and Trafalgar Studios 1 & 2. In
New York, ATG owns The Lyric Theatre (formerly
Foxwoods), the largest theatre on Broadway. ATG’s
regional theatres include The Ambassadors Woking
encompassing the New Victoria and Rhoda McGaw
Theatres and the award-winning Ambassador
Cinemas; Aylesbury Waterside Theatre; New
Alexandra Theatre Birmingham; Theatre Royal
Brighton; Bristol Hippodrome; Churchill Theatre
Bromley; Edinburgh Playhouse; Leas Cliff Hall,
Folkestone; King’s Theatre and Theatre Royal,
Glasgow; Grimsby Auditorium; Liverpool Empire;
Palace Theatre and Opera House, Manchester;
Milton Keynes Theatre; New Theatre, Oxford;
Richmond Theatre; Southport Theatre and
Convention Centre; Regent Theatre and Victoria
Hall, Stoke-on-Trent; Sunderland Empire; Princess
Theatre, Torquay; New Wimbledon Theatre and
New Wimbledon Studio and Grand Opera House,
York. Current and recent ATG co-productions
include Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Jersey Boys, Rock
of Ages, Macbeth, The Hothouse, The Pride, Passion
Play, Posh, Jumpy and Constellations (Royal Court
at the Duke of York’s), 9 To 5 The Musical, Priscilla
Queen of the Desert, Legally Blonde The Musical,
Monty Python’s Spamalot, The Rocky Horror Show,
Goodnight Mister Tom, The Mystery of Charles
Dickens, South Pacific, All New People, Dandy Dick,
Blue/Orange, Ghost The Musical, Matthew Bourne’s
Nutcracker!, Exit the King, The Mountaintop, Being
Shakespeare, The Misanthrope, West Side Story,
Elling and Guys and Dolls.
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HALF PRICE MON 2 JUN
Priority Tickets. Great Savings.
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ATG Theatre Card benefits are subject to availability, please check with the venue or call 0844 871 7633. Members can purchase up to 4 tickets at the offer price per performance and up to 4 drinks at UK venues in the Ambassador Theatre Group. Additional booking fees may apply on selected music, comedy and named act events. ATG reserves the right to withdraw benefits or related offers and without notice. Theatre Card price is valid until 30/9/2014. For full Terms & Conditions please visit atgtickets.com
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