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Have you subscribed to our email list? Do you... like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter? Look out for concession symbols throughout the brochure, saving you s! Grimsby Auditorium Theatre Card Are you a member? Save s Booking a Group? Call the dedicated group number 0300 300 0036 Add Sparkle to your evening. Treat yourself or a friend to drink and confectionary vouchers Ask at the box office for more information. diary 2018 MARCH FRI 2 8 SOMEONE LIKE YOU (THE ADELE SONGBOOK) SAT 3 8 JACKSON LIVE IN CONCERT FRI 9 9 WOMEN IN ROCK SAT 10 Limited Availability JASON MANFORD: MUDDLE CLASS TUE 13 & WED 14 MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS SERVICE PRESENTS THE KS1 SINGING FESTIVAL A WOODLAND STORY THU 15 SOUTH BANK DANCE SHOWCASE SAT 17 9 SOUL LEGENDS FRI 23 10 THE TAKE THAT EXPERIENCE SAT 24 A&M S FREEDOM DANCE ACADEMY PRESENTS A & M S AIRWAYS FLIGHT 2403 FRI 30 10 VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET SLEEPING BEAUTY APRIL FRI 6 11 THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS BACK IN BLACK TOUR SAT 7 11 YOU WIN AGAIN CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF THE BEE GEES SAT 14 12 ROCK N ROLL DREAMS CAME TRUE A TRIBUTE TO MEAT LOAF TUE 17 HUMBERSIDE POLICE 2018 ROCK CHALLENGE AND J ROCK SAT 21 12 THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCE FRI 27 13 MILTON JONES IS OUT THERE SAT 28 14 THE KING IS BACK - BEN PORTSMOUTH IS ELVIS MON 30 13 GIOVANNI PERNICE BORN TO WIN MAY FRI 11 15 THE DREAMBOYS SAT 12 16 THE BEST OF WHAM! WED 16 16 LAND OF HOPE AND GLORY FRI 18 THE NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE BUSINESS AWARDS SAT 19 17 DUSTY & THE SHADES OF THE 60s SAT 26 17 THE DRIFTERS TUE 29 MAY - SAT 2 JUN 4-5 EVITA JUNE WED 6 - SAT 9 18 GANGSTA GRANNY LIVE ON STAGE! THU 14 19 RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT AUDIENCE WITH IAN WAITE & OTI MABUSE SAT 23 19 KEVIN & KAREN DANCE LIVE TOUR THU 28 SAT 30 THE BE YOUR BEST 2017 J ROCK NORTHERN FINAL JULY FRI 6 & SAT 7 20 THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) THU 12 NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL YPSS SKILLS FAIR SAT 21 19 KEVIN & KAREN DANCE LIVE TOUR SEPTEMBER TUE 25 20 THE RUSSIAN STATE BALLET AND OPERA HOUSE PRESENT CARMEN FRI 28 21 FASTLOVE A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL SAT 29 22 ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN OCTOBER SAT 6 THE BON JOVI EXPERIENCE FRI 12 22 SHOWADDYWADDY TUE 16 SAT 20 6-7 FLASHDANCE THE MUSICAL SAT 27 Limited Availability SARAH MILLICAN: CONTROL ENTHUSIAST MON 29 DAVID GEST S SOUL LEGENDS THE LEGACY TOUR NOVEMBER THU 1 23 ISLANDS IN THE STREAM THE MUSIC OF DOLLY PARTON AND KENNY ROGERS FRI 2 23 CROONERS FRI 9 THE ILLEGAL EAGLES TUE 13 & WED 14 25 BING LIVE THU 15 THE RUSSIAN STATE BALLET AND OPERA HOUSE PRESENT SWAN LAKE SAT 17 25 LIPSTICK ON YOUR COLLAR FRI 23 25 BIG GIRLS DON T CRY FRI 30 25 BOWIE EXPERIENCE THE GOLDEN YEARS TOUR 2 3
one week only A sensationally good production of webber and rice s greatest musical mark shenton the stage A monumental Show SUNDAY EXPRESS DIRECT FROM ITS WEST END TRIUMPH 4 LYRICS BY TIM RICE madalena Alberto As Eva Perón Bill Kenwright BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS MUSIC BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER Gian Marco Schiaretti As CHE TUE 29 MAY - SAT 2 JUNe Tue Sat 7.30pm Wed, Thu & Sat 2.30pm Tickets: Tue Thu 2.30pm & 7.30pm perfs & Sat mat 23.00, 27.00 31.00 36.00 41.00 Pr 50.00 Fri & Sat 7.30pm 26.00 30.00 34.00 38.50 43.00 Pr 50.00 MADALENA ALBERTO IS SUPREME Sunday Times Gian Marco Schiaretti is SENSATIONAL Broadway World Following its smash hit runs in London Bill Kenwright s production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber s EVITA is thrilling audiences once again across the UK. Telling the story of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron, EVITA follows Eva s journey from humble beginnings through to extraordinary wealth, power and iconic status which ultimately lead her to be heralded as the spiritual leader of the nation by the Argentine people. Starring two of musical theatre s most outstanding leading performers; MADAlENA AlBERTO returns to the role of Eva, a role she received critical acclaim for in the 2014 West End revival. Other theatre credits include the role of Piaf at the Curve Theatre and Fantine in the 25th Anniversary production of Les Misérables. Joining her in the role of Che, fresh from the recent West End production, is GIAN MARCO SCHIARETTI, who also played the title role in Disney s production of Tarzan. Featuring some of the most iconic songs in musical theatre, including Don t Cry For Me Argentina, On This Night of a Thousand Stars and Another Suitcase in Another Hall. A Classic is reborn. All of the Evitas I have seen over the years seem like dress rehearsals for this one. It has reached its apogee. Stunning Sunday Telegraph St 5.00* off per ticket Th/cd Opening Night (Limited to 4 per card) Half Price tickets & Wed Thu 5.00 off per ticket (both on top two price tickets only excluding premium seats) 10 * 6.00 off per ticket 20 * 7.00 off per ticket 40 * 8.00 off per ticket *(Top two prices Tue-Thu only). No concessions on Fri or Sat perfs. Concessions are capped per perf. Images include previous cast 5
one week only HHHH JOANNE CLIFTON IS A FORCE OF NATURE. UNDERDOG REVIEWS FEATURING THE ICONIC SMASH HITS: MANIAC H GLORIA I LOVE ROCK AND ROLL AND OF COURSE THE SENSATIONAL TITLE TRACK FLASHDANCE... WHAT A FEELING HHHHH AUDIENCES UP AND DOWN THE COUNTRY WILL BE ON THEIR FEET AND BEGGING FOR MORE. THEATRE WEEKLY Starring Strictly Come Dancing Champion Joanne Clifton. Flashdance - The Musical tells the inspiring and unforgettable story of Alex, a welder by day and flashdancer by night, who dreams of going to the prestigious Shipley Dance Academy and becoming a professional dancer. When a romance complicates her ambitions, she harnesses it to drive her dream. Prepare to be blown away with an astonishing musical spectacle and phenomenal choreography to this iconic score, including the smash hits Maniac, Gloria, I Love Rock & Roll and the award-winning title track Flashdance - What a Feeling. Sparks will fly and you will dance like you ve never danced before. 6 TUE 16 - SAT 20 OCT Tue Sat 7.30pm, Wed & Sat 2.30pm Tickets: Tue Thu 7.30pm & Wed & Sat 2.30pm 16.00 20.00 25.50 30.50 36.00 Pr 40.00 Fri & Sat 7.30pm 19.00 24.00 29.50 34.50 40.00 Pr 44.00 Th/cd Tue 7.30pm Half Price tickets* (limited to 4 per card) & Wed Thu 5.00 off* St U 5.00* off per ticket St Wed 2.30pm 20.00 10 * 4.00 off per ticket 20 * 5.00 off per ticket 40 * 6.00 off per ticket *(Group offers applies to Tue to Thu and Sat 2.30pm only). Wed 2.30pm 16.00 & 1 teacher with every 10 students free. *Price Level 1-3 only. No concessions on Fri or Sat eve perfs & Premium seats 7
SPRING VARIETY... ROCK AND SOUL... Fri 2 Mar 7.30pm Tickets: 19.50 & 20.50 Th/cd Sr U St 2.00 off 10 1 in 10 go free Someone Like You (The Adele Songbook) is an immaculate celebration of one of our generations finest singer-songwriters. Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton s BBC ADELE Special, the outstanding Katie Markham has the show-stopping voice and captivating charisma to deliver all your favourite Adele hits including Chasing Pavements, Make You Feel My Love, Set Fire To The Rain, Someone Like You, Hello, Rolling In The Deep and the multi-million seller Skyfall. Brilliant! Adele Katie has a lovely voice. Sharon Osbourne Sweeney Entertainments presents The UK s only live show dedicated to the world s greatest female rock legends. With three of the most powerful female singers on the live music scene to draw upon, together with an awesome touring band, Women In Rock delivers a show stopping performance covering all the greats through the decades. Women In Rock pays tribute to: Pat Benatar, Stevie Nicks, Joan Jet, Heart, Vixen, Cher, Bonnie Tyler, Kiki Dee, Janice Joplin, Alanis Morrissette, Patti Smith, Halestorm and many more. The raw talent on show from the three Women In Rock singers is breathtaking. Collectively they have a huge wealth of talent and experience, performing in The USA, Australia, Asia and China, with artistes including Alicia Keys, Rihanna, Toyah Wilcox, Vampires Rock and The National Orchestra of Great Britain to name but a few. Not just a tribute, but a celebration of all Women who simply Rock! FRI 9 MAR 8.00pm Tickets: 23.50 Th/cd 3.50 off Sr U St 2.00 off 17.50 10 1 in 10 go free 8 Sweeney Entertainments presents Michael Jackson is not only remembered as one of the most influential artists of all time, but many of today s artists have been inspired by his iconic style. His career spanned nearly five decades of music, and he was continually at the forefront of popular music. Jackson Live in Concert sees long-time fan and hugely talented Ben recreate the Michael Jackson experience with his stunning rendition of all his favourite songs. Ben s portrayal of Jackson has to be the most accurate and exciting tribute to the King of Pop to have ever toured UK theatres. His renditions of Thriller, Beat it and Billie Jean are truly sensational. Jackson Live in Concert features all-live vocals and superb musicians and dancers, fabulous costumes, and of course all the signature dance moves associated so fondly with the undisputed King of Pop. Pure MJ! SAT 3 MAR 7.30pm Tickets: 22.50 18.50 Th/cd 3.50 off per ticket St Sr U 2.00 off Whether you re a Soul Man, a Natural Woman, or just a plain old Sex Machine Entertainers is delighted to bring you the smash-hit spectacular Soul Legends! Bringing to life the hits of Barry White, George Benson, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Tina Turner, Lionel Richie, Wilson Pickett, Chaka Khan, Earth Wind & Fire, and more, all in soulsational style! Jump aboard the soul train as it takes you on an unforgettably smooth music journey from its sixties origins, to present day, via all the classic seventies and eighties floor fillers. Respect, Ain t Nobody, Knock On Wood, Midnight Hour, You re My First My Last My Everything, Best Of My Love, River Deep Mountain High, Ain t No Stopping Us Now, Beat It, I Feel Good, Three Times a Lady, Get Down On It and more. sat 17 mar 7.30pm Tickets: 24.50 9
SPRING VARIETY... SPRING VARIETY... As Take That celebrate an incredible 25 years as the UK s number one boy band, the Take That Experience mark a decade together as the ultimate tribute act with their best show yet! Wowing audiences wherever they perform with their amazing vocals, stunning costumes and electrifying dance routines, they continue to successfully recreate the magic of Take That. The Take That Experience bring you all the classic songs you know and love, from the 90s through to the present, including smash hits Pray, Relight My Fire, Patience, Shine and These Days. The five boys don t just give you a night you ll never forget they give you the Take That Experience! fri 23 MAR 7.30pm Tickets: 20.00 10 1 in 10 go free The award-winning spectacular is Europe s biggest and best-loved production of the Blues Brothers. The show is a high-octane, adrenaline-pumping musical mash-up that presents the best material from the original Blues Brothers movies and is jam-packed full of songs by legends such as Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Otis Redding, Ray Charles, Tina Turner, Cab Calloway plus many other blues, soul, Motown and funk classics and a few surprises thrown in along the way. Capturing the sound, energy and persona that propelled the film to a cult status that still thrills audiences worldwide today. The Chicago Blues Brothers is a joyous hoot, a musical riot, a juiced-up jamboree of the coolest, funkiest soul, blues and Motown hits performed with style, class and showmanship by a troupe of some of the finest entertainers working in modern musical theatre. The Chicago Blues Brothers are on a mission once again in a high-octane, on-stage party you can t afford to miss. fri 6 APR 7.30pm Tickets: 23.50 Th/cd Sr U St 1.50 off 10 A classic fairytale set to Tchaikovsky s magnificent score, stunning choreography, beautiful costumes all combine to portray the struggle between good and evil. The wicked Carabosse casts a spell on Princess Aurora proclaiming that she will one day prick her finger and die. The Lilac Fairy changes the spell, and instead on the fateful day the Princess and the entire Palace fall into a deep sleep. A century later Prince Désiré revives the Princess with a kiss, the Palace awakes and a parade of fairytale characters attend the wedding. Following the traditional tale of Sleeping Beauty, this ballet is sure to enchant audiences of all ages. The entire show was captivating from start to finish Welwyn Hatfield Times FRI 30 MAR 7.30pm Tickets: 15.00, 17.00, 20.00, 25.00 Th/cd 2.00 off* 13.00* Sr St U 3.00* off per ticket S 11.00** *Price A&B only **Price C&D only Prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular. Immerse yourself in the brothers music through the sixties, seventies and eighties including hits they wrote for artists such as Celine Dion, Diana Ross and Dolly Parton. Join us for this breath-taking concert spectacular, taking you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Night Fever, Stayin Alive, More Than A Woman, You Should Be Dancing, How Deep is Your Love?, Jive Talkin, Tragedy, Massachusetts, Words, I ve Got to Get a Message to You, Too Much Heaven, Islands in the Stream, Grease, If I Can t Have You and many more! This fabulously authentic production ensures the Gibb brothers incredible legacy of classic hit songs is well and truly stayin alive. sat 7 apr 7.30pm Tickets: 24.00 Th/cd Sr U 10 1 in 10 go free St 2.00 off 11
NOSTALGIC ROCK... Tickets: 24.00 sat 14 apr 7.30pm Th/cd Sr U St 4.00 off per ticket Rock and Roll Dreams Came True is a theatre show tribute based on the man himself, Meat Loaf! In this epic 2 hour extravaganza, starring the internationally acclaimed Peter Young and supported by his exceptionally talented backing band, Rock and Roll Dreams Came True is the only show you need to see to experience an evening as close to seeing Meat Loaf himself. With the help of the 8 piece live band, video projections, set, incredible light show, choreography and dancers, this show promises to have you rocking out to all of Meat Loaf s greatest hits. Spanning his extensive musical career, this show follows the highs and the lows that helped contribute to the making of one of the world s most prolific stars. If you re a fan of Meat Loaf.this show is not to be missed!! COMEDY & STRICTLY... Milton Jones IS OUT THERE Milton Jones is Out There. No, really out there and this time he hasn t just forgotten his keys. He s holding up the mirror of truth to society, and he can see right through it, which means it s probably just a window. In his brand new show he ll be putting his foot down and lifting the lid on the pedal bin of lies of the media (which doesn t include this release obviously). He will also be scaling the heights of fashion at the risk of falling into a terrible cravat. Oh and now he wants to be Prime Minister too. Can we do worse than the politicians we already have? Yes we can! FRI 27 APR 8.00pm Tickets: 27.00 like us follow us For the very latest information - don t miss out! Become a fan on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Give us your email address when you book tickets, and you will receive a monthly e-newsletter with details of new shows, casting announcements, a pre-show email for shows you are attending with all-important running times, show updates and bar opening times, offers and occasional e-mails with exclusive on-sale announcements, special offers and discounts. Like us @grimsbyauditorium Follow us on @grimsbyaud Without doubt the most explosive 60s show touring the UK, for one night only. Returning to GRIMSBY by huge popular demand with a brand new production for 2018. Five legendary names take to the stage and deliver to you a night never to be forgotten. With the definite feel good factor this is a must see 60s show for 2018. Starring Mike Pender (Original voice of The Searchers), Mike D Abo (former lead singer with Manfred Mann), Herman s Hermits, The Fortunes and The New Amen Corner. Hits include Needles and Pins, Mighty Quinn, Out Of Time, I m Into Something Good, Storm In A Tea Cup, Bend Me Shape Me plus many more. Step back in time to when pop music was at its very best. Strictly Come Dancing finalist, Giovanni Pernice, is set to return to the stage with his sensational brand new dance show Born to Win. Expect heat, energy, drama, love, and passion! Also returning to join him will be his leading lady, Luba Mushtuk, plus Dancing with the Stars Ireland professionals Giulia Dotta, Kai Widdrington, Emily Barker, and Curtis Pritchard. And we welcome the fantastic Stephen Vincent and Kylee Brown from Burn the Floor. Once again choreographed by Strictly s creative director, Jason Gilkison, and produced by Strictly Theatre Co. SAT 21 APR 7.30pm Tickets: 29.50 Th/cd 3.00 off per ticket St 2.00 off per ticket Buy 5 get 6th ticket free MON 30 APR 7.30pm Tickets: 22.00 25.00 28.00 32.00 Th/cd St U 2.00 off VIP Ticket: 50.00 includes your ticket in the first two rows, pre-show Meet & Greet with Giovanni Pernice, signed print & photo opportunity 12 13
THE KING IS BACK... HOTTER THAN EVER... THE WORLD S NUMBER ONE ELVIS TRIBUTE ARTIST Ben, a multi-talented musician, singer and songwriter had Elvis s DNA in his blood from an early age. HIs father was an avid Elvis fan and Ben grew up on a diet of Elvis songs. He looks like Elvis, sings like Elvis and has an on stage charisma that has audiences believing at times they are watching the King himself. In August 2012, Ben made history when he won the Elvis Presley Enterprises Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, which took place in Memphis, crowning Ben as the Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist, the first artist from outside the USA to ever win this prestigious title. Internationally renowned as one, if not The Best Elvis Tribute in the world today, Ben Portsmouth will bring his unique style, charisma and 10 piece band to Grimsby and will show audiences why he is regarded as the best in the business. The Dreamboys are back and hotter than ever with a brand new show and UK tour for 2018. The Dreamboys are without a shadow of a doubt the UK s most famous and successful show of its kind in history. Their breath taking show spectacular has been perfectly created for hen nights, birthday parties and girls nights out with all your friends. With special guest appearances on some of the UK s biggest TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain s Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother, Loose Women, This Morning, Geordie Shore and The Only Way Is Essex, plus massive sold out Worldwide tours, it s no wonder The Dreamboys are the only show of its kind in history to have celebrity status. If you re looking for the very best girls night out in the UK, look no further than these incredible hunks. An action packed 2 hour show from start to finish, these boys will literally have you begging for more. Book your Tickets now before it s too late. SAT 28 APR 7.30pm Tickets: 26.00, 28.50, 30.50 Th/cd 4.00* off per ticket *top two price tickets only FRI 11 MAY 7.30pm Tickets: 20.50, 23.50, 25.50, 28.50 Th/cd 2.50 off per ticket 10 Buy 10 tickets get 11th ticket free 14 15
PURE nostalgic... GOLDEN ERAS... A Fantastic new show featuring the best of George, Andrew, Pepsi and Shirlie with sensational vocals, choreography, costumes and an awesome live band. Can it really be 37 years since George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley formed one of the most enduring pop groups of the 80s? In four short years WHAM! Sold more than 28 million records, topping the charts with three albums, four number one singles and eleven top ten hits. They featured in the Live Aid concert of 1985 and were the first western pop group to ever tour in China. Their impact and influence on the 80s era and music today really cannot be over emphasised. The Best of WHAM! Show includes all those hits, a few B side favourites and a couple of early George Michael bonus songs. This fun-loving, vibrant, megamix tribute to the pop sensation of the 80s will be loved by Young Guns of all ages, so come along to the Club Tropicana (*Sorry. Drinks not free.) SAT 12 May 7.30pm Tickets: 24.50 Dusty & The Shades of the 60s celebrates the life and music of one of the most iconic female artistes of our time, the legendary Dusty Springfield. The show covers an incredibly successful decade for Dusty featuring the songs I Only Want to be With You, You Don t Have to Say You Love Me, Son of a Preacher Man, I Just Don t Know What to do With Myself and You Don t Own Me. The ever-graceful Shades of the 60s take you on a journey through the artists and writers who worked with Dusty over a career spanning 3 decades; including hits by Burt Bacharach, Carole King, Aretha Franklin and performing popular songs such as Say a Little Prayer and Downtown. Th/cd SAT 19 May 7.30pm Tickets: 21.00 St U 2.00 off per ticket 16 Neil Sands and his wonderful West End Cast are back with their hit new production for 2018, Land of Hope & Glory, celebrating The Best of British Entertainment and especially produced to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the end of The First World War. This patriotic and nostalgic afternoon is filled with marvellous and memorable songs, including a rousing selection from Last Night of The Proms, Old Time Sing-alongs, Great British Show Tunes, and ever popular favourites from the 40s 50s and 60s. This promises to be their biggest and most spectacular production ever. Over two hours of timeless nostalgia, with sensational voices, more than 50 stunning costume changes, ending with a spectacular flag waving finale. Including a live poppy drop, as we remember the fallen, and all sing those wonderful Songs That Won the War, in a commemoration of the centenary of the end of The First World War. 10 Wed 16 May 2.30pm Tickets: 11.50 Buy 10 tickets get 11th ticket free The Drifters are back on the road in the UK performing their classic hits from the last six decades. The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. Don t miss their brand new tour performing all the classic hits such as Saturday Night At Movies, You re More Than A Number, Come on Over to My Place, Up On The Roof, Under the Boardwalk, Kissin In The Back Row, Save The Last Dance For Me, Down On The Beach, Hello Happiness and many, many more! SAT 26 MAY 7.30pm Tickets: 23.50 & 25.00 Th/cd 2.00 off St U 2.00 off 17
WEST END PRODUCTION... STRICLTY wow! Ian and Oti will deliver a night of Latin and Ballroom numbers with high intensity The Strictly Come Dancing pros will perform a dance showcase spectacular designed to dazzle and wow you. Ian and Oti always push the boundaries of dance to bring the best out of their celebrity partner, with both of them becoming finalist in the hit BBC show. On the night they will dance a mix of Latin and Ballroom, transporting you away to a place of wonderful moments with fun filled entertainment and a close up history of all things related to their life. It s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing staying with Granny! There will be cabbage soup, cabbage pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows one thing for sure it s going to be sooooooooo boring! But what Ben doesn t know is that Granny has a secret and Friday nights are about to get more exciting than he could ever imagine, as he embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with his very own Gangsta Granny! From the acclaimed producers of Horrible Histories comes the award-winning West End production of this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK s best-selling author for children. wed 6 - sat 9 jun Wed & Thu 1.30pm & 7pm Fri 10.30am & 7pm Sat 2.30pm & 7pm Tickets: Wed 1.30pm - Fri 10.30am 17.00 18.00 20.00 Fri 7pm - Sat 2.30pm & 7pm 19.00 20.00 22.00 4.00 off per ticket 3 (2 adults & 1 child)* Wed 1.30pm - Fri 10.30am Price band A 51.00 B 45.00 Fri 7pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7pm Price band A 57.00 B 51.00 4 (2 adults & 2 children)* Wed 1.30pm - Fri 10.30am Price band A 66.00 B 58.00 Fri 7pm, Sat 2.30pm & 7pm Price band A 74.00 B 66.00 *top two prices only only Illustrations Tony Ross, 2011. Cover lettering of author s name Quentin Blake, 2010 THU 14 JUN 7.30pm Tickets: 26.00 & 28.00 1.50 off per ticket Limited Meet and Greet tickets available for an extra 20 to be bought in conjunction with a show ticket. Starts at 6pm. Customers will receive a programme, which they can get personally signed, opportunity to take photos and chat to Ian and Oti. Following a sensational sell-out debut tour last year, Strictly s Kevin and Karen Clifton are back in 2018 with a brand new show. Expect a sultry, hip swinging journey through the Waltz, Cha Cha, Fox Trot, Tango and Salsa. It s a high energy performance filled with sassy tunes, heart-pounding choreography and sparkling costumes. Kevin and Karen will dazzle audiences as they weave their own spellbinding style of ballroom magic. Backed by a supporting cast of dancers and a live 12-piece show band, Kevin and Karen s most famous, edge-of-your-seat routines are brought to the stage propelled by passion. SAT 23 Jun 2.30pm & 7.30pm & SAT 21 Jul 7.30pm Tickets: 25.50, 30.50 33.50 40.50 Premium (strictly limited 100 seats) 48.50 18 19
BARD AND BIZET... You gotta have faith... The National Production Company presents The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged). This critically acclaimed play is an irreverent, fast-paced romp through the Bard s 37 plays! Join these madcap performers in tights as they weave their way through all of Shakespeare s comedies, histories and tragedies in one wild ride that will leave you breathless and helpless with laughter. Rollicking, Fast-moving and hilarious! The Guardian Stupendous, anchorless joy The Times NOTICE! The National Production Company take no responsibility for any loss of blood pressure, brain cells or partners during the course of the proceedings. This is a high paced action packed thrill ride and we ask that; should the intense hurtling speed of the Shakespearean canon and our majestic performances cause you to vomit and burst into flames, please refrain from screaming too loudly so as not to affect the enjoyment of those around you. May the Bard be with you. FRI 6 - SAT 7 JUL Fri 2pm & 7.30pm, Sat 7.30pm Tickets: 16.00 10 5.00 off per ticket Sr St U 3.00 off per ticket 20 Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a large live Orchestra with over 30 musicians. After a successful opera season of Madama Butterfly and Tosca last year, Russian State Opera is back to delight you with the powerful and dramatic production of Carmen. Feel the thrill and passion of love, jealousy and violence of 19th Century Seville in one of Bizet s most popular pieces. Carmen opera tells the story of the downfall of Don José, a naïve soldier who is seduced by Carmen, a seductive, free-spirited femme fatale. José abandons his childhood sweetheart and deserts from his military duties, yet loses Carmen s love to the glamorous toreador Escamillo. The music of Carmen has been widely acclaimed for its brilliance of melody, harmony, atmosphere and orchestration, and for the skill with which Bizet represented, musically, the emotions and suffering of his characters. tue 25 SEPT 7.30pm Tickets: 24.00 28.00 32.00 Th/cd 2* off per ticket *(top price ticket only) Sr St U 2 off per ticket 10 4* off per ticket Get ready for an unforgettable evening with a global superstar, as he puts the Boom Boom into your heart in the all new production for 2018 Fast Love: A Tribute to George Michael. The show is packed with crowd pleasing anthems, from Wham! classics of the new pop revival to the chart topping success of the eighties album Faith. All the awesome tunes of the nineties & noughties including the irresistible Flawless. This is a spellbinding experience you don t want to miss. You ll be getting up (to get down) to all your favourite songs: Careless Whisper, Freedom, Faith, Father Figure, One More Try, Outside, Jesus To A Child, I Want Your Sex, Kissing A Fool, and many more. Relive the passion, the flare, and the unique sensitivity of George Michael in this incredible concert sensation. As the great man said: you gotta have faith So book your tickets now! Fri 28 Sept 7.30pm Tickets: 24.50 Th/cd Sr St 2.00 off per ticket 10 1 in 10 goes free 21
A LOOK AHEAD... A LOOK AHEAD... In 2000, Gary Mullen won ITV s Stars in Their Eyes live grand final, with the largest number of votes ever received on the show. The record of 864,838 votes, was more than twice that of the runner-up. He began touring on his own across the UK, and in 2002 formed a band, The Works, to recreate and pay tribute to the rock legends that are Queen. Since May 2002, Gary Mullen and The Works have toured constantly. Performing in the UK, USA, Germany, France, Holland, Denmark, South Africa and New Zealand to sell out audiences. The band have also twice rocked the prestigious BBC Proms in the Park in front of a very enthusiastic crowd of 40,000 and regularly perform at corporate functions. One Night of Queen delivers the look, sound, pomp and showmanship and is arguably the most successful Queen tribute band in the world. Enjoy the songs of the Queen and King of country music Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. Leave your 9 to 5 worries at the door and get ready for a night in the company of country music royalty! This thigh-slapping stage show brings together the beloved glamour and personality of Dolly, along with Kenny s charisma and energy with hit after hit including: Jolene, Ruby, 9 to 5, Lucille, Here You Come Again, The Gambler, I Will Always Love You, Coward of the Country, plus the smash hit Islands in the Stream. Enjoy a superb score and supreme musicianship as we bring the house down with the ultimate tribute to two country music legends. This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows. thu 1 NOV 7.30pm sat 29 sept 7.30pm Tickets: 22.00 10 1 in 10 go free St U 1.00 off per ticket Sr 69.5 x 91.5 ATG.pdf Their live show is dynamic and uplifting featuring all of their biggest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts of Europe. Under The Moon of Love, Three Steps to Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll, When, Blue Moon, Pretty Little Angel Eyes and many, many more. So come and join the Dancing Party You ve Got What It Takes! FRI 12 oct 7.30pm Tickets: 19.50 10 Buy 10 get 1 free 22 08/01/2018 14:45 A BRAND NEW MUSICAL COMEDY The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title as they recently celebrated their 40th anniversary. Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured the world. 1 C M Tickets: 24.00 St U 2.00 off per ticket Th/cd Crooners brings parody to a genre symbolised by the crooner and exemplified by the music of the American Song Book in a brand new, riproaring comedy musical that has been wowing audiences with its witty and exhilarating show. Expect hilarious one liners, laugh out loud silliness and superb musical numbers with the outstanding The Mini Big Band live on stage. The show pays homage to some of the greatest Crooners of all time. Featuring the outstanding and uncompromising live, on stage musicianship of the 9-piece band, these Crooners feature songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Matt Monro, Nat King Cole and Bobby Darin. Expect some Lady is a Tramp, Come Fly With Me, L.O.V.E, When You re Smiling, Fly Me To The Moon, Beyond The Sea, Mac The Knife any many more Y CM MY CY CMY K FRI 2 NOV 7.30pm A truly British swingin affair... PIP PIP. Tickets: 23.50 2.00 off per ticket Th/cd Sr 10 Buy 10 get 11th ticket free 23
BOOKING INFORMATION online * telephone Customer Contact: 0300 300 0035* Monday Saturday 12 noon 6pm (Opening hours may vary on Bank Holidays) Calls to 0300 numbers are charged at standard rates and are the same as 01,02 numbers, which may be included in your monthly FREE minutes from landlines and mobiles. Groups: (10+): 0300 300 0036 Monday Saturday 12 noon 6pm * Subject to booking/transaction fee Booking/transaction fees Online & Telephone: A per ticket booking fee or a transaction fee applies. These per ticket booking fees are variable for certain shows. The Box Office: No booking fees will apply when booking in person at the box office. Posting Your Tickets 1.25* 2nd class postage. 3.00* recorded delivery (for music gigs). * UK post only Book in person Call into our Box Office Grimsby Auditorium, The Mick Burnett Complex, Cromwell Rd, Grimsby, North East Lincs, DN31 2BH. Venue opening times are as follows: Mon Sat 12 noon 6pm Sundays and Bank Holidays: 1 hour prior to start of show. Show Nights: 15 mins after start of show. Lincs Inspire Libraries at Grimsby, Cleethorpes, Immingham and Waltham are now selling tickets for Grimsby Auditorium. Standard ticket sales only. by post Cheques payable to Lincs Inspire Ltd. CONCESSIONS Shows with these symbols have the following concessions available: Concessions S Schools/Dance 10 Groups 10+ St Students Children Age Restriction Sr Seniors Family Early Bird Th/cd Theatre Card Groups U unemployed Pr Premium Seats Only one concession applicable at any one time. For more details about concessions available please contact the Box Office. 24 restoration fund The ticket price for shows includes up to a 1.00 contribution to the theatre s restoration fund. Reservation BOOKINGS You can reserve tickets on most shows through the box office only, which must be paid for within 5 working days. You cannot reserve tickets within 5 days of the show. Unpaid reservations are immediately released for sale when the deadline for payment expires. PAyment METHOD Tickets can be purchased by Visa, credit/debit card and cheque. Tickets can be purchased at the Grimsby Auditorium Box Office. No cheque guarantee needed. Cheques need 3 weeks to clear. access for all Grimsby Auditorium has the following facilities for people with access requirements. Accessible toilets in all areas, wheelchair spaces, lifts to the first floor bar facility, Infra Red Hearing System. Guide/hearing dogs are welcome. If you wish to book a wheelchair space please call 0300 300 0036. (Monday Saturday 12 noon-6pm). To help us provide you with the best service possible please inform the Box Office of your requirements when booking your seats. See website access page for more information. Large print guides are available upon request. Contact us for a copy. customer service We are committed to making your visit to our venue both memorable and enjoyable. Our staff are on hand if you require any assistance. There is also a Duty Manager available if you have any problems or comments which may assist in making your future visits as, or more, enjoyable. refreshment facilities The Auditorium has 2 fully licensed bars, a kiosk, coffee station and in-auditorium retail services including ice cream and programmes. theatre VOUCHERS Treat someone to Grimsby Auditorium Theatre Vouchers from our box office and can be purchased over the phone. Vouchers are valid for 18 months. Purchase from our box office. Terms & CONDITIONS OF SALE As issued by head office and on display in the Grimsby Auditorium Box Office. Tickets cannot be refunded. Ticket exchanges can be offered for a per ticket exchange fee. Exchanges will only be accepted for the same production and for the same value or higher on payment of the difference. All exchange requests are subject to availability and must be received at least 48 hours prior to the original performance date. Due to the varying nature of the shows and sets we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. THEATRE CARD Theatre Card offers are subject to availability on selected seat prices and for a max. of 4 tickets per show. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Lincs Inspire Limited is a registered charity, working to inspire people to lead more active and healthy lives through a wide range of sporting, leisure, cultural and learning services in and around North East Lincolnshire. It s team of dedicated staff manage five sporting facilities, four libraries, arts and sports development service and a public archive function. The Grimsby Auditorium is managed under a subsidiary company of Lincs Inspire Ltd, Lincs Inspire Venues and Enterprises Ltd. The company is focused on inspiring local people to achieve their aspirations, develop new skills, keep active, meet people and have fun! The information in this brochure was correct at the time of going to press. Grimsby Auditorium reserve the right to alter the advertised programme or facilities if necessary and apologises for any inconvenience this may cause. NOVEMBER TREATS... 2018 Acamar Films Ltd. Calling all Bingsters! Bing and his friends are coming to Grimsby in the first ever Bing stage show! Join Bing, Sula, Coco and Pando as they find out how to tell stories by pretending, dressing-up and singing songs. Flop and Amma are there to help, but in this magical world of make-believe things don t always go according to plan Don t miss the chance to see your little one s face as their favourite characters are brought to life in this brand-new show. Full of fun, laughter and music, Bing Live! is the perfect first theatre trip for pre-schoolers and their families. TUE 13 & WED 14 NOV Tue 1pm & 4pm Wed 10am & 1pm Tickets: 17.50 & 15.50 2 off per ticket Child 6 months+ must have a paid ticket Join Big Girls Don t Cry as we celebrate the music of four ordinary guys from New Jersey that changed the musical world as we knew it. The show revives the beauty of harmonies and songs that flew through the charts in the 60s & 70s such as Sherry, December 1963 (Oh What a Night), Walk Like a Man, Rag Doll and Big Girls Don t Cry, there s a Four Seasons song that has a place in everyone s heart. Big Girls Don t Cry the critically-acclaimed spectacular that s taking the UK by storm. Sr St FRI 23 NOV 7.30pm Tickets: 25.50 2.00 off per ticket 10 1 in 10 goes free Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn t touch the floor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake - you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 50s & 60s! SAT 17 NOV 7.30pm Tickets: 21.00 11.00 Bowie Experience is a breathtaking concert celebrating the music of the world s greatest pop icon, David Bowie. A must see for all Bowie fans, an unforgettable journey of sound and vision, featuring all the hits from A to Ziggy. FRI 30 NOV 7.30pm Tickets: 23.50 25
26 Prices in Person at the Box Office For online & telephone bookings please add the booking/transaction fee applicable to the ticket price in the table below. No booking fees will apply when booking in person at the box office. Price Bands vary per show, depending on where you want to sit. Red = 1.75 Booking Fee Blue = 1.00 Booking Fee Purple = 2.00 Transaction Fee Premium 2017/18 A B C D E VIP Someone Like You (The Adele Songbook) 20.50 19.50 - - - - JACKSON LIVE IN CONCERT 22.50 - - - - - WOMEN IN ROCK 23.50 - JASON MANFORD 28.50 - - - - - KS1 SINGING A FESTIVAL - A Woodland Story 2.50 - - - - - South Bank Dance Showcase 4.00 - - - - - Soul Legends 24.50 - - - - - the take that experience 20.00 - - - - - a&m s freedom dance academy 10.00 - - - - Vienna Festival Ballet Sleeping Beauty 25.00 20.00 17.00 15.00 - - THE Chicago Blues Brothers 23.50 - - - - - You Win AGAin Celebrating the Music of the Bee Gees 24.00 - - - - - rock N Roll Dreams Came True 24.00 - - - - - A Tribute to Meatloaf rock Challenge Heats 14.50 - - - - - The Sensational 60s Experience 29.50 - - - - - Milton Jones 27.00 - - - - - The King is BACK Ben Portsmouth is Elvis 30.50 28.50 26.00 - - - Clifton s 11.00 - - - - - Giovanni Pernice Born To Win 32.00 28.00 25.00 22.00-50.00 The Dreamboys 28.50 25.50 23.50 20.50 - - The Best of Wham! 24.50 - - - - - Land of Hope & Glory 11.50 - - - - - Dusty and the Shades of the 60s 21.00 - - - - - The Drifters 25.00 23.50 - - - - Evita 41.00 36.00 31.00 27.00 23.00 50.00 43.00 38.50 34.00 30.00 26.00 50.00 Gangsta Granny 20.00 18.00 17.00 - - - 22.00 20.00 19.00 - - - Rhythm of the Night Audience with Ian Waite & Oti Mabuse 28.00 26.00 - - - - Kevin & Karen DANCE 23 Jun 2.30pm & 7.30pm perfs 40.50 33.50 30.50 25.50-48.50 rock Challenge Finals 14.50 - - - - - The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged) 16.00 - - - - - Kevin & Karen DANCE 21 Jul 7.30pm 40.50 33.50 30.50 25.50-48.50 Prices in Person at the Box Office For online & telephone bookings please add the booking/transaction fee applicable to the ticket price in the table below. No booking fees will apply when booking in person at the box office. Price Bands vary per show, depending on where you want to sit. Red = 1.75 Booking Fee Blue = 1.00 Booking Fee Purple = 2.00 Transaction Fee A G RB RA B J STANDARD SEATING PLAN 33 1 A V Premium 2018 A B C D E VIP Carmen 32.00 28.00 24.00 - - - fast LOVe 24.50 - - - - - One Night of Queen 22.00 - - - - - Showaddywaddy 19.50 - - - - - flashdance The Musical 36.00 30.50 25.50 20.00 16.00 40.00 40.00 34.50 29.50 24.00 19.00 44.00 Sarah Millican 28.50 - - - - - Islands in the Stream 24.00 - - - - - Crooners 23.50 - - - - - The IlleGAL Eagles 25.00 - - - - - SWAn Lake 35.00 32.00 29.00 - - - BING LIVE 17.50 15.50 - - - - Lipstick On Your Collar 21.00 - - - - - Big Girls Don t Cry 25.50 - - - - - BOWie Experience The Golden Years 23.50 - - - - - Balcony 37 1 Circle 36 1 Stalls Ground Level 40 3 Stage LA LB Key = Wheelchair position = Restricted view 1 33 how to find us Godspell in CONCERT Godspell, the legendary rock musical from Stephen Schwartz, the Grammy and river humber Academy Award -winning composer of WICKED, is back! from humber from BriDGe cleethorpes WestGate Following the critically acclaimed sell-out success in London s West End, the show is returning to the UK in a one-of-a-kind production, featuring a brand new modern day rock score. GriMsBY This timeless tale of friendship, loyalty town and love has touched the hearts of countless theatregoers all over the world - now you can join in the celebration as a spectacular ensemble of West End stars stir your from LoUth & Boston soul, raise your spirit and lift you right out of your seat. WestGate a180 YarDBo rough rd LaceBY rd a46 BLVD/PYeWiPe corporation rd cromwell/dudley FREE CAR PARKING www.godspellinconcert.com Over 350 on-site car parking space and 10 coach parking spaces SATELLITE NAVIGATION DN31 2BH BarGate Victoria st frederick WarD WaY PeaKs ParKWaY a180 freeman st hainton ave WeeLsBY rd 27
Return Address: Grimsby Auditorium, The Mick Burnett Leisure Complex, Cromwell Rd, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 2BH Details correct at the time of print Just a few of the exclusive BENEFITS you can enjoy (Limited to 4 tickets per show) BECOME A MEMBER AND START SAVING! Save 10% on pre-show and Interval drinks Exclusive discounts on most Auditorium shows On SALE NOW Enjoy the benefits of the Grimsby Auditorium Theatre Card For more details ask at the Box Office or check our website EVITA (Limited to 4 per card) Opening Night Offer Half price tickets & Wed Thu 5.00 off per ticket (both on top two price tickets only excl premium seats) FLASHDANCE THE MUSICAL Opening night Offer Half price tickets* & Wed Thu 5.00 off* *Price Level 1-3 only GIOVANNI PERNICE BORN TO WIN, VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET, CARMEN, DUSTY & THE SHADES OF THE 60s 2.00 off per ticket THE KING IS BACK BEN PORTSMOUTH IS ELVIS 4.00* off per ticket *top two price tickets only THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCE 3.00 off per ticket