DANCE 2016 LOVE PERFORMANCE LIVE PERFORMANCE. Front cover: Northern Ballet s This page: Matthew Bourne s Sleeping Beauty

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1 LOVE PERFORMANCE LIVE PERFORMANCE Front cover: Northern Ballet s 1984 DANCE 2016 This page: Matthew Bourne s Sleeping Beauty DANCE 2016 LOVE PERFORMANCE LIVE PERFORMANCE

2 Cirque de Glace Evolution An ice show beyond imagination If the creation of the world was shaped by fire and ice, then so it will be with Cirque de Glace. Cirque de Glace brings to life the story of the creation of our planet, man s evolution and a journey to the limits of technology as a stunning ice spectacular. Combining dazzling ice dance from the internationally renowned Russian Ice Stars with the world of cirque, made famous by Cirque du Soleil, Evolution promises a thrilling, breathtaking experience filled with music, colour, incredible costumes and jaw-dropping acrobatics to give pure entertainment that s out of this world! The Birmingham Repertory Theatre Production of The Snowman The stage show based upon the book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson and produced by John Coates. When a young boy s snowman comes to life on Christmas Eve, the two set off on a night-time quest for adventure. They meet Father Christmas, dancing penguins, reindeer and crowds of the Snowman s friends, but will they escape evil Jack Frost and get back home for Christmas morning? Based on Raymond Briggs much-loved book and featuring Howard Blake s classic song Walking In The Air, this enchanting live show has thrilled audiences in the West End and now returns to Mayflower Theatre. Be a part of the magic. Music & Lyrics by Howard Blake Design Ruari Murchison Lighting Design Tim Mitchell Choreography by Robert North Directed by Bill Alexander Sheer theatrical magic. Go see The Snowman and melt The Times WEDNESDAY 6 SUNDAY 10 JANUARY 2016 WED SAT 7.30PM, THU, SAT & SUN 2PM Post show Q&A after Thursday matinee performance From the heart pounding opening to its stunning and memorable close, this is an amazing combination of circus skills, ice skating and storytelling What s On Stage WEDNESDAY 13 SUNDAY 17 JANUARY 2016 WED SAT 6.30PM & SAT 2.30PM & SUN 11AM & 2.30PM THU 2PM SAT 11AM Relaxed performance 9* * Relaxed Performance: A specially adapted and relaxed performance for customers with a wide range of disabilities and for those on the autistic spectrum. By Arrangement with Snowman Enterprises Limited (A Penguin Company) and Chester Music Limited. 2 Book Online: mayflower.org.uk 3

3 Birmingham Royal Ballet Swan Lake Ballet s greatest love story returns in Birmingham Royal Ballet s lavish production. This romantic fable of ill-fated passion, powerfully illuminated by Tchaikovsky s legendary score, has bewitched audiences for generations. By a moonlit lake, a grieving prince witnesses the transformation of a swan into a beautiful princess. Compelled by an evil spell to spend her days in the form of a bird, she can only be saved by the power of love. Filled with exquisite ensembles, lyrical pas de deux and bravura solos, this Swan Lake is atmospheric, romantic and beautiful an unforgettable experience. Music Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Choreography Peter Wright, Lev Ivanov, Marius Petipa Production Peter Wright, Galina Samsova Designs Philip Prowse Lighting Peter Teigen TUESDAY 26 SATURDAY 30 JANUARY 2016 TUE - SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM THU 2PM Pre-performance Talk, 29 January 6.30pm Company Class, 30 January 11.15am Family Fun Day, 30 January 12.30pm For full details see mayflower.org.uk/whats_on One of the best Swan Lakes around The Express This is an outstanding evening The Times Sunday Express The Arts Desk Birmingham Mail Manchester Evening News The Daily Telegraph The Times A triumph The Guardian Matthew Bourne s Sleeping Beauty A Gothic Romance Music by Tchaikovsky TUESDAY 15 SATURDAY 19 MARCH 2016 TUE SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM THU 2PM Herald AN EYE-POPPING DELIGHT. UNFORGETTABLE Observer EXTRAORDINARY. FANTASTIC. DAZZLING. MASTERFUL Sunday Express Matthew Bourne s dazzling production of Sleeping Beauty has won the hearts of thousands and smashed box office records across the UK and the USA since its premiere. New Adventures have revived this new classic in the repertoire to give audiences one more chance to see the final piece in the trio of Tchaikovsky masterpieces. If you loved Nutcracker! and the famous Swan Lake with a menacing all-male ensemble, this production will become another firm favourite. With sumptuous sets and costumes, evocative lighting and masterly storytelling you will be transported in time from the halcyon days of the late Edwardian era through to the modern day. In a world full of magic, fairies, vampires, love and romance, all brought to life by our uniquely talented dancers - will Princess Aurora ever find her true love again? Post show Q&A with company members after the performance on March 15th Recommended age 5+ Photo by Hugo Glendinning 4 Book Online: mayflower.org.uk 5

4 Birmingham Royal Ballet A Child s Swan Lake First Steps FRIDAY 29 JANUARY PM 10 Northern Ballet Tortoise & the Hare FRIDAY 6 MAY PM & 2PM 7.50 Children under 12 6 per ticket A ZooNation and Sadler s Wells Co-Production Into the Hoods: Remixed Dreams are made of shows like this behindthearras.com This hour-long, interactive show features excerpts from the ballet, performed by Birmingham Royal Ballet s amazing dancers and full orchestra. These are interspersed with scenes in which a storyteller sets the scene, introduces the children to the music and characters and shares some of the technical magic surrounding the ballet. A feast of dance, music, costumes and lots of fun, this is a perfect introduction to ballet. Following the successes of Ugly Duckling, Three Little Pigs and Elves & the Shoemaker and the TV adaptations for CBeebies, Northern Ballet bring their magic to Tortoise & the Hare. Bringing this much-loved Aesop s fable to life, Tortoise & the Hare is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre. These child friendly performances last approximately 40 minutes. The massively talented ZooNation are genuinely mesmerising. Standing ovation stuff Metro Post Show Q&A with company members after the performance on March 28th Curtain Raiser on all performances* March 28th Into the Hoods: Remixed Festival* MONDAY 28 & TUESDAY 29 MARCH 2016 MON 7.30PM, TUE 2.30PM & 7.30PM *See page 15 for details. Into the Hoods: Remixed is the newly revamped version of the award-winning production that stormed the West End in Under the direction of Sadler s Wells Associate Artist Kate Prince, the much-loved show returns to the stage with all the wit and charm of the original, with new choreography, a remixed soundtrack and fresh designs. Set in the Ruff Endz Estate, the story follows two lost school children who have been tasked to find an iphone as white as milk, trainers as pure as gold, a hoodie as red as blood and some weave as yellow as corn. Along the way, they meet DJ Spinderella, aspiring singer Lil Red, vivacious rapper Rap-on-Zel, budding music producer Jaxx and embark upon a storybook adventure into the heart of a pulsating community. Co-produced with Sadler s Wells Theatre, co-commissioned by Curve, Leicester, and supported by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. 6 Book Online: mayflower.org.uk 7

5 Dance Consortium presents Nederlands Dans Theater 2 Northern Ballet 1984 The Guardian Nederlands Dans Theater are one of the world s most celebrated dance companies, wowing audiences with their unique brand of breathtaking dance, awe-inspiring skill and passionate creativity. Artistically directed by award-winning choreographer Paul Lightfoot, NDT2 presents 18 international dancers aged With a winning combination of fresh exuberance and astonishing athleticism, NDT2 promise to thrill and entertain, performing a vibrant mixed repertoire of work. Post-Show Q&A with company members after the performance on 15 April Winston Smith lives in a world of absolute conformity, his every action scrutinised by Big Brother. However, when Winston meets Julia he dares to rebel by falling in love. Based on George Orwell s masterpiece and created by Guest Choreographer and former Royal Ballet dancer Jonathan Watkins, Northern Ballet s 1984 will change the way you think about ballet. The Independent Financial Times With a brand new score from Tony nominated Composer Alex Baranowski played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, see this iconic classic reimagined for a modern audience. An ambitious, compelling and, ultimately, moving new ballet The Telegraph The dancers are young and sexy and the dancing is superlative The Times STALLS SEATS 19.84* ON WEDNESDAY 4 MAY AT 7.30PM WHEN YOU QUOTE NB2056 *Subject to availability, maximum 4 tickets. The ballet equivalent of a page-turner The Stage Strong, slick and sleek. Stunning Daily Telegraph FRIDAY 15 SATURDAY 16 APRIL 2016 FRI & SAT 7.30PM See page 15 for details. Photo by Johan Persson WEDNESDAY 4 SATURDAY 7 MAY 2016 WED-SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM THU 2PM See page 15 for details. Based on 1984 by George Orwell ( 1949) by permission of Bill Hamilton as the Literary Executor of the Estate of the Late Sonia Brownell Orwell. Tobias Batley as Winston Smith in Photo by Guy Farrow. 8 Book Online: mayflower.org.uk 9

6 Carlos Acosta A Classical Farewell After an unparalleled career as one of the world s foremost ballet stars, Carlos Acosta presents his final classical ballet programme. From humble beginnings in Cuba to performing on some of the world s biggest stages, Carlos Acosta has had an incredible career. He has played many of ballet s most iconic roles including Prince Siegfried in Swan Lake, Basilio in Don Quixote and The Prince in Nutcracker. He has worked with leading international ballet companies including Ballet National de Cuba, The Royal Ballet, English National Ballet and Houston Ballet, written two novels and appeared in two feature films. For his final UK tour dancing classical works, he performs excerpts from his favourite ballet repertoire alongside an incredible cast of dancers from Cuba. Co-produced by Sadler s Wells and Vallid Productions Presented in association with Como No Vincent Simone & Flavia Cacace in The Last Tango Star presence and poise danced with exuberant delight The Independent (Midnight Tango) Sunday Express (Dance Til Dawn) The nation s favourite Strictly Come Dancing stars in their ultimate farewell show. Fresh from their sell-out hit shows Midnight Tango and Dance Til Dawn, Strictly superstars Vincent Simone & Flavia Cacace have created their most moving production yet as they prepare to dance in their final ever theatre show. Don t miss your last chance to see this beautiful couple do what they do best live, in an intimate, passionate and explosive experience it s time for The Last Tango. TUESDAY 10 & WEDNESDAY 11 MAY 2016 TUESDAY 12 SATURDAY 16 JULY 2016 TUE & WED 7.30PM Photo by Johan Persson TUE SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM THU 2PM Book Online: mayflower.org.uk 11

7 Dance Consortium presents Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater English National Ballet Giselle Choreographed by Akram Khan Co-produced by Manchester International Festival and Sadler s Wells, London For Tamara Rojo, Artistic Director of English National Ballet, Giselle is a ballet that lives in both the real and spiritual world; this is why I thought it would be particularly appropriate for Akram Khan, whose work often represents those two worlds. Akram Khan agrees: I am eager to start the creation of Giselle. It is a beautiful and iconic piece, and I am looking forward to bringing my own take on it. Robert Battle Artistic Director Masazumi Chaya Associate Artistic Director One of the world s best dance companies makes their Southampton debut in 2016 bringing their breath-taking talent and technique to Mayflower Theatre s stage with a dazzling array of offerings. Direct from New York, under the leadership of Artistic Director Robert Battle, Ailey continues to wow audiences and critics around the world. The all-star lineup will include new works by some of today s most acclaimed choreographers, as well as Ailey classics including the beloved crowd-pleaser Revelations, the most widely-seen modern dance work in the world. TUESDAY 11 & WEDNESDAY 12 OCTOBER 2016 English National Ballet are delighted to announce that Akram Khan, one of the most sought after choreographers working today, is creating a brand new version of Giselle, the greatest romantic ballet. English National Ballet and Akram Khan previously collaborated on a critically acclaimed piece called Dust as part of the Lest We Forget programme in Academy Award-winning designer Tim Yip, famous for his work on the hit film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, will be creating a stunning set design to the piece, while composer Ben Frost will create an adaptation of the original score, performed by English National Ballet Philharmonic. WEDNESDAY 26 SATURDAY 29 OCTOBER 2016 The original ballet is a timeless tale of love, heartbreak and redemption: It is a story that you find in some way in every culture, the woman deceived who dies of a broken heart, and the spirit of this woman that either forgives or seeks revenge, says Rojo. Don t miss this unique interpretation of the iconic ballet. TUE & WED 7.30PM Post Show Q&A after Tue 11 Oct performance WED 2PM A one hour interactive educational programme with a performance of Revelations 15 See page 15 for details. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater s Rachael McLaren Photo by Andrew Eccles WED-SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2.30PM THU 2PM Photo by Jean Louis Fernandez 12 Book Online: mayflower.org.uk 13

8 Northern Ballet Beauty & the Beast A handsome Prince is transformed into a beast as punishment for his ugly arrogance. Only true love can break the spell but who could love a monster like him? Northern Ballet s Beauty & the Beast brings one of the world s most famous fairytales to life in a kaleidoscope of colour, set to an infectious score, including music by Saint-Säens, Bizet, Debussy, Poulenc and Glazunov, played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia. Delighting adults and children alike, book now to see this remarkable company bring a new magic to this enduring story. A treasured classic reimagined. A timeless ballet for a modern audience. WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER 2016 WED SAT 7.30PM & SAT 2PM THU 2PM A triumphant success The Telegraph An abundance of spectacle Mail on Sunday Mayflower Theatre Engage with Dance We are committed at Mayflower Theatre to developing dance across the region and giving opportunities for all to enjoy and participate in the very best international dance. You will have already seen the wide range of activities and show events that now accompany our dance programme. Some particular highlights include: Curtain Raisers These are very short performances which take place immediately before the show starts or the curtain raises. The work is created by the visiting company working with local young people. It gives us all a chance to enjoy the next generation of young dancers and helps them learn from the best dance professionals. Into the Hoods Festival March 28th 2016 Come and join us to celebrate all things Hip Hop. We will be offering a range of activities and classes over the day including Hip hop, urban art, street dance, ipad animation and much much more. For more details see mayflower.org.uk/whats_on/intothehoods2016. Summer Youth Dance Project We are delighted to announce our very first Summer Youth Dance Project. This will take place at the end of summer 2016 and will give local young people the chance to work with some of our very best visiting companies including English National Ballet and ZooNation. The Risk Free symbol on selected productions is our guarantee that you will enjoy them. If you don t like the performance, we will give you a credit against another show. You must notify the Front of House Manager on the evening of the show to be eligible for a credit against your account. 14 Book Online: mayflower.org.uk 15