WHAT’SAUTUMN ON 2019 WHAT’S ON AUTUMN 2019 OUR TWO VENUES: THE PRINCESS THE FRIARAGE ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM THEATRE The 750-seat Auditorium has been designed The Friarage Theatre has been built to the same and built to the highest performance specifications. The facility was standards as the Princess Alexandra Auditorium but provides opened in 2013 and has hosted numerous high-profile performers, a more intimate space with 140 seats. The HD projector and such as Jimmy Carr, The London Gospel Choir, The London Festival surround sound mean it is the perfect venue for National Theatre Opera and many more. The facility has also been awarded two Live and RSC Live. prestigious RIBA awards for design excellence.

THE LIFE & RHYMES OF CHARITY NIGHT BENJAMIN ZEPHANIAH THE WAINSTONES CUP Pg. 5 SATURDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM Pg. 5 Pg. 5 6 SEPTEMBER 6 FRIDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM SEPTEMBER 7 SEPTEMBER 8 SUNDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER, 11AM - 5PM

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AN EVENING WITH BRYAN ROBSON RIGOLETTO ON THE LAKE FRIDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER, ROCK FOR HEROES TUESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER, 7PM Pg. 6 8PM (VIPS 7PM) Pg. 6 Pg. 7 17 SEPTEMBER 17 SEPTEMBER 20 SEPTEMBER 21 SATURDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM

SIMON & GARFUNKEL THE SOUTH ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS THROUGH THE YEARS Pg. 7 Pg. 8 Pg. 8 22 SEPTEMBER 22 SUNDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM SEPTEMBER 26 THURSDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER, 7PM SEPTEMBER 28 SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM

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EVENTS KEY Comedy Lectures Music Theatre Dance Live Streams WISE CHILDREN CROONERS 2019 THURSDAY 3RD OCTOBER, 7PM Pg. 9 FRIDAY 4TH OCTOBER, 7.30PM Pg. 9 3 OCTOBER 3 OCTOBER 4

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I C DAVISON PRESENTS DR MARTIN BEQUEST TRUST PRESENTS NT LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT CHARITY NIGHT THE WAINSTONES CUP MARGARET ATWOOD: LIVE IN CINEMAS FRIDAY 6TH SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM SUNDAY 8TH SEPTEMBER, 11AM-5PM ADULTS £10, 14 YEARS & UNDER £5 TUESDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER , ADULTS £8, CONCESSIONS £6, 7.30PM PRINCESS ALEXANDRA UNDER 16’S FREE (TICKET AUDITORIUM ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM REQUIRED) PUPILS £8 I C Davison Home Improvements are putting on PRINCESS ALEXANDRA FRIARAGE THEATRE a Charity Show to raise £5,000 for Guide Dogs. AUDITORIUM Showing amazing talent from across our region On Tuesday, September 10th, the wait is over… with a fabulous singing duo Goodfellas starting The Wainstones Cup returns to the Princess ‘The Testaments’, Margaret Atwood’s highly and finishing the event; singing rat pack, Elvis Alexandra Auditorium once again this year, anticipated sequel to ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’, is and 60’s music. Expect to be dancing in the bringing you some of the finest brass bands revealed. The momentous literary event will aisles! We will dance, sing and play for you and from across the country. Each band plays a be celebrated with an exclusive live cinema make you laugh and hopefully raise money selection of solos, marches and a technical broadcast, as Fane Productions present an along the way for an amazing charity. Child test piece of their choice as they compete for evening with the Canadian novelist, poet, Friendly Show! The Wainstones Cup and a share of the £8000 literary critic and inventor. Live from the prize fund. Tickets are available from the Box London stage, Atwood will be interviewed by Office 01642 792587; thepaaonline.org or pay broadcaster and author Samira Ahmed. on the door.

AWAY WITH MEDIA & PAA PRESENT THE LIFE & RHYMES OF BENJAMIN ZEPHANIAH SATURDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM ADULTS £18, CHILDREN /CONCESSIONS £15 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

He befriended Nelson Mandela, fought in the 1980s race riots and recorded radical reggae music with Bob Marley’s former band. Benjamin Zephaniah was unable to read and write at school but became one of Britain’s most remarkable poets. Now he’s back to continue his first tour in eight years, which coincides with his remarkable autobiography, ‘The Life And Rhymes Of Benjamin Zephaniah’. In a compelling and inspiring show, Zephaniah will explain how he fought injustice and discrimination to lead a remarkable life, while sharing a selection of favourite stories and poems. Signed copies of The Life and Rhymes of Benjamin Zephaniah will be available after the show.

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THE BODYGUARD – MARK NTC & PAA PRESENT ‘BILLY’ BILLINGHAM THE STARS LOOK DOWN SATURDAY 14TH SEPTEMBER , SUNDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER, 2PM 7.30PM ADULTS £10, CHILDREN/CONCESSIONS £8 £21 STUDIO THEATRE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM From the classic novel by A J Cronin and freely adapted by Alex Ferguson, The Stars Look Down is an uplifting family saga that you’re bound to enjoy. The tale follows a miner’s son who resolves to fight Join TV’s most experienced, highest ranking the profiteering that killed so many through underground accidents and starvation, as well as the and most decorated SAS leader and sniper - injustice that wears down families and communities. A physical theatre version of this classic 30’s Mark ‘Billy’ Billingham (as seen on Channel novel set in the North East, the show explores the life of young Davie Fenwick as he strives to gain 4’s ‘SAS Who Dares Wins’) for an exciting decent wages and conditions for the pitmen. He falls in love with the coal owner’s daughter, but is evening of inspirational speaking and stories. eventually disillusioned of ever achieving justice after a preventable pit disaster claims the lives of Billy is a former SAS Sergeant Major Class 1 many men.“Davie Fenwick leaves his mining village on a university scholarship, intent on returning and Bodyguard to the stars including Brad to better support the miners against the owners. But he falls in love with Jenny who gets him to Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Russell Crowe, Sir Michael marry her and return home as a local school teacher before finishing his degree. Davie finds he is Caine, Tom Cruise and others. Hosted and ill-at-ease in his role, the more so when he realises Jenny still loves her former boyfriend. When he produced by endurance world record breaker finds that his father and the other miners are going to have to continue working on a possibly deadly and author Mark Llewhellin. There will also be coal seam, he decides to act.” a Q & A session and a chance to meet Billy.

CINEMALIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT SPORTING EXPERIENCES & PAA PRESENT RIGOLETTO ON THE LAKE AN EVENING WITH BRYAN ROBSON TUESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER, 7PM FRIDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER, 8PM (VIPS 7PM) ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM VIPS £45, STANDARD £20 PUPILS £8 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM FRIARAGE THEATRE Join us for an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with England, Giuseppe Verdi’s masterpiece – compelling, Manchester United and Middlesbrough legend Bryan Robson; hosted by Craig Hignett. During the blood-curdling and beautiful – is being evening, Bryan will take a nostalgic look back on his illustrious playing career and his time as Boro performed for the first time on the unique, Manager, sharing numerous anecdotes from on and off the playing field. Not to mention, we’ll hear Bregenz lake stage. all about his opinions on the current Boro team and football in general.

One of Verdi’s most popular works, ‘Rigoletto’ Standard tickets are great value for money at just £20 and there is also a special VIP package is an unforgettable tale of a sacrifice and available for £45. The VIP package includes a reserved seat in the front three rows, a chance to meet revenge; of a father’s rage and a daughter’s Bryan and Craig prior to the main show for up to one hour, a limited edition signed print, plus the shame. It features several of opera’s best- opportunity to have a photograph taken with both stars. known arias, including Rigoletto’s passionate It should be noted that the VIP session commences at 7pm and is limited to 40 guests. denouncement ‘Cortigiani, vil razza dannata’, Gilda’s dreamy ‘Caro nome’ and the Duke’s instantly recognisable ‘La donna è mobile’.

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TOTAL PRODUCTIONS & PAA PRESENT ROCK FOR HEROES SATURDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM ADULTS £21, CONCESSIONS £18 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

Music, laughter and a rockin’ night out! Following on from our hugely successful first year of touring, the incredible rock for heroes is back on the road for 2019; bringing the perfect combination of your favourite Rock & Pop artists, fundraising in support of Help for Heroes. We will be collecting for this amazing cause after every show, our aim is to raise 2.5 million (it’s a long plan!). Performed by a full live rock band and superb singers, complete with brilliant personalities and comedy value, this really is a night out unlike any other. With music from artists such as Queen, David Bowie, Van Halen, Toto, Bon Jovi, Guns N’ Roses, AC/DC, Dire Straits and so many more. You won’t see a bad wig here: this isn’t a tribute act, this is simply paying tribute the best way be can, to the legends in music.

TONY DENTON & PAA PRESENT THE SOUTH SUNDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM ADULTS £21, CHILDREN/CONCESSIONS/ STUDENTS £19 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

To celebrate their 10th year anniversary and 30 years since The Beautiful South, released ‘Song For Whoever’, The South are back! The South are an impressive 9 piece band who feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles. Since Dave Hemingway, the original singer, left the group at the end of 2016, Gaz has moved across to front the band with Alison and has taken on vocal duties. They play the songs made famous by The Beautiful South and bring back the full flavour and arrangements with this exciting live band. Following a successful year of touring theatres and festivals up and down the UK, The South continue to keep our timeless favourites alive, including [list songs as are...] ‘Don’t Marry Her’, plus many more singles and album tracks, as well as a few choice South originals. All performed live, these songs span an impressive 20 year career starting way back in 1989! Come on! Let’s Carry On… Regardless! The South are: Alison Wheeler (Vocals), Gaz Birtles (Vocals), Phil Barton (Guitars), Steve Nutter (Bass), Dave Anderson (Drums), Karl Brown (Percussion), Gareth John (Trumpet), Su Robinson (Sax), Andy Price (Keys).

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NT LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS ENCORE – NT LIVE

THURSDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER, 7PM ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PUPILS £8 ENTERTAINERS & PAA PRESENT FRIARAGE THEATRE SIMON & GARFUNKEL THROUGH THE YEARS Featuring a Tony Award-winning performance from host of the ‘The Late Late Show’, James SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM Corden, the hilarious West End and Broadway ADULTS £23, CONCESSIONS £21 hit ‘One Man, Two Guvnors’ returns to cinemas to mark National Theatre Live’s 10th birthday. PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM Fired from his skiffle band, Francis Henshall becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe, a small Performed by Bookends, ‘Simon & Garfunkel: Through the Years’ is the most authentic sounding time East End hood, now in Brighton to collect concert to the unforgettable music of Simon & Garfunkel. Made up of Dan Haynes and Pete £6,000 from his fiancée’s dad. But Roscoe is Richards, Bookends have toured the globe extensively, with their concerts being described as really his sister Rachel posing as her own dead “simply breath-taking”. Performing the songs in a truly captivating way, against a backdrop of brother, who’s been killed by her boyfriend iconic imagery, their delicate recreation of the unmistakable sound of the American folk-rock Stanley Stubbers. Holed up at The Cricketers’ duo is something of a masterpiece. Bookends have been performing their unique, world-class Arms, the permanently ravenous Francis spots concert to audiences in some of the finest theatres and concert halls across the UK, Europe and the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes the United States. Hear many of the hits such as ‘The Sound of Silence’, ‘Mrs Robinson’, ‘The Boxer’ a second job with one Stanley Stubbers, who and Bookends’ own beautiful rendition of the unforgettable ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’. This is is hiding from the police and waiting to be without doubt the closest thing to Simon & Garfunkel touring the world today. This is a tribute show re-united with Rachel. To prevent discovery, and is no way affiliated with any original artists/ estates/ management companies or similar shows. Francis must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple.

BRIAN SHAW CONCERTS & PAA PRESENT DEREK ACORAH – THE ETERNAL LIFE TOUR SUNDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM £21 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

2019 sees Britain’s best loved and most entertaining medium take to the stage across the UK and Europe with his all new ‘The Eternal Life’ Tour. Derek is something of a phenomenon. A truly modern medium whose appeal crosses the generations to young and old alike, he remains the forerunner in the field of paranormal and spiritual matters. An unusually engaging and entertaining character for his genre, he is regularly recruited to appear in many an entertainment show, including TV programmes such as ‘Through The Keyhole’, ‘Britain’s Got Talent’, ‘Celebrity Juice’ and ‘Big Brother’. He has also apppeared in online concepts and commercials for TalkTalk amongst others, a guest appearance in a promotional video with world renowned Rapper Redzz, plus regular and hilarious send ups of himself with ‘Dead Certs’ for Paddy Power, just continue to add to his legion of fans. Wherever Derek goes, others have always followed (or tried).Now comes your chance to experience just what makes Derek one of the foremost names in the world of psychic phenomena, as well as a celebrity, author and accomplished live performer like no other.*Evenings of mediumship are not scientifically proven and are presented for educational and entertainment purposes only.

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CINEMALIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT YARM SCHOOL DRAMA DEPARTMENT PRESENTS MORE2SCREEN & FRIARAGE THEATRE PLACIDO DOMINGO 50TH PRESENT ANNIVERSARY CONCERT HOUSE DRAMA 2019 THURSDAY 3RD OCTOBER, 6.30PM WISE CHILDREN TUESDAY 1ST OCTOBER, 7PM ADULTS £3, CHILDREN £1 THURSDAY 3RD OCTOBER, 7PM ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PUPILS £8 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM AUDITORIUM PUPILS £8 FRIARAGE THEATRE Come and support the students from Aidan, FRIARAGE THEATRE With an illustrious career spanning five Bede, Cuthbert and Oswald as they compete Multi-award-winning director Emma Rice decades: over 150 stage roles, 11 Grammy for the coveted House Drama Cup! Awards and his iconic performances alongside brings her unique, exuberantly impish vision to Luciano Pavarotti and José Carreras as one Directed by Yarm School 6th Form students, Angela Carter’s great last novel in this brand- of ‘The Three Tenors’, the legendary Plácido and featuring budding actors from First to new theatre production. A big, bawdy tangle of Domingo continues to astound audiences Fourth Year. theatrical joy and heartbreak, ‘Wise Children’ with a vocal talent unmatched in power. For is a celebration of show business, family, one very special night, Plácido Domingo This promises to be a great night of student- forgiveness and hope, with a generous dash of returns to the breath-taking Arena Di Verona led entertainment! Shakespeare, scandal and mischief, taking the amphitheatre, 50 years after his debut, to audience on a rollercoaster ride of emotion. revisit three of his greatest ever roles. Performed by a talented ensemble cast, this entertaining, all-singing and dancing show opened to a raft of 4 and 5-star reviews at London’s Old Vic in 2018. BBFC Cert 15

MURMER MUSIC & PAA PRESENT CROONERS 2019 FRIDAY 4TH OCTOBER, 7.30PM ADULTS £22, CHILDREN/ CONCESSIONS £20 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

Fans of the Rat Pack and the American Song Book are being offered a very British alternative when this rip roaring Comedy Music Show with a splendiferous injection of Big Band Swing comes to Yarm. Crooners has been wowing audiences with its witty and exhilarating show full of hilarious one liners, laugh out loud silliness, outrageous tap routines and superb musical numbers with the outstanding 9-piece ‘The Mini Big Band’ live on stage. The show follows three quintessentially British Crooners pay homage to the music of the great Crooners, with a very British return to variety and the song and dance man. Expect music from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Matt Monro, Nat King Cole, Bobby Darin and more… including ‘Fly Me to the Moon’, ‘Mr.Bojangles’, ‘Beyond the Sea’, ‘L.O.V.E’, ‘Mack the Knife’, with over 25 live tracks.

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TEN FEET TALL PRESENTS ROH LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT JIMMY CARR: TERRIBLY FUNNY DON GIOVANNI – ROH LIVE SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER & SUNDAY 6TH OCTOBER, TUESDAY 8TH OCTOBER, 6.45PM 6PM & 9PM ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PUPILS £8 £29.50 FRIARAGE THEATRE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM Sexual intrigue, jealousy, wit, anger... and retribution! The new Jimmy’s brand new show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things. Royal Opera Season begins with Mozart’s engaging masterpiece, which follows Don Giovanni, the women he serially seduces, and the Terrible things that might have affected you or people you know and love. vengeance that finally catches up with him. The opera is renowned for its ever-shifting portrayals of complex characters, fast-moving But they’re just jokes - they are not the terrible things. action and mix of the comic and the heartfelt. A cast of international singers–both familiar and making Royal Opera debuts–under conductor Having political correctness at a comedy show is like having health and Hartmut Haenchen perform the glorious arias and ensembles of this safety at a rodeo. Now you’ve been warned, buy a ticket as we are almost opera favourite. sold out! Sung in Italian with English subtitles.

ENTERTAINERS & PAA PRESENT SWEET CAROLINE – THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO NEIL DIAMOND FRIDAY 11TH OCTOBER, 7.30PM ADULTS £25, CONCESSIONS £23 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

The good times never seemed so good… introducing ‘Sweet Caroline’, the ultimate tribute to Neil Diamond featuring Gary Ryan, as seen on ‘Stars in Their Eyes’. Taking it back to where it began, this musical journey celebrates 50 years of a legend. From Brooklyn to Hollywood, Neil Diamond has left a legacy of great songs which have been covered by every great vocalist. Spanning all genres from the Reggae of ‘Red Red Wine’, through the Country of ‘Cracklin’ Rosie’, and the Hollywood music of ‘The Jazz Singer’. From the producers of ‘Fastlove’ and ‘The Magic of Motown’, celebrate the music that has endured through six generations as we bring you all things Diamond with a sensational live show. Enjoy all the hits such as, ‘Forever In Blue Jeans’, ‘America’, ‘Love On The Rocks’, and of course, the unforgettable ‘Sweet Caroline’.

This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/ estates/ management companies or similar shows.

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CONCEPT CONCERTS & PAA PRESENT QUADROPHENIA THE ALBUM LIVE SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER, 7.30PM £24 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

Produced by Concept Concerts, this production acclaimed by a Sunday Times journalist as “mighty, moving and unstoppable,” sees 8-piece band, ‘The Goldhawks’, deliver a stunning live performance of The Who’s smash hit concept album, ‘Quadrophenia’. From the very first show it has received standing ovations. Released over 40 years ago in October 1973, The Who’s second rock opera ‘Quadrophenia’ was Pete Townshend’s homage to a pivotal moment in British youth culture. The album tells the story of Jimmy, a Mod, by chronicling his dissatisfaction with life, work, love, home, and family life. It served as an ode to teenage angst and counterculture rebellion, as well as a criticism of the British class, economic and educational systems. But you don’t need to be clued up on the history of the Mods and Rockers to enjoy this show, because at its core, ‘Quadrophenia’, which peaked at No. 2 on the UK and USA charts, is just about teenage confusion, conflict and frustration. Backed with exciting, and sometimes heart- wrenching, large-screen projection of archival footage, the emotions, tension and raw power that the music demands is delivered masterfully by the fabulous, charismatic band, ‘The Goldhawks’, with amazing replication of The Who’s sound. To send you home on an even bigger high there are a few all-time classic Who hits to close the show!

NT LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM – NT LIVE TUESDAY 22ND OCTOBER, 7PM ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PUPILS £8 TUTTI FRUTTI & PAA PRESENT FRIARAGE THEATRE

THE BOY WHO CRIED WOLF A feuding Fairy King and Queen of the forest TUESDAY 15TH OCTOBER, 10AM & 1.30PM cross paths with four runaway lovers and a troupe of actors trying to rehearse a play. ADULTS £7, CHILDREN/CONCESSIONS £5 As their dispute grows, the magical royal PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM couple meddle with mortal lives leading to love triangles, mistaken identities and This beautiful warming wintery tale brings the story of a bother of a boy, a mithered mother and transformations… with hilarious, but dark a grand old brass band of a granddad. All set in the village of knitters with fingers flicking, needles consequences. Shakespeare’s most famous clicking and where every new Christmas jumper tells a tale! Inspired by the famous Aesop fable, this romantic comedy will be captured live from wonderful play has a gifted ensemble of actor musicians who play the endearing characters, the the Bridge Theatre in London. BBFC Certificate hilarious sheep and perhaps a scary wolf or two! 12A

Performance time 1 hour, no interval.

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ROH LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT DON PASQUALE – ROH LIVE TEN FEET TALL PRESENTS THURSDAY 24TH OCTOBER, RUBY WAX: HOW TO BE HUMAN 7.30PM ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM WEDNESDAY 23RD OCTOBER, 7.30PM PUPILS £8 £23 FRIARAGE THEATRE PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM Royal Opera favourite Bryn Terfel heads the Based on her bestselling book, Ruby’s new show ‘How to Be Human’ answers every question you’ve cast for this new production of Donizetti’s ever had about evolution, thoughts, emotions, the body, addictions, relationships, sex, kids, the comedy of domestic drama across two future and compassion. We can’t stop the future from arriving, no matter what drugs we’re on. generations. The witty story of a middle-aged But even if nearly every part of us becomes robotic, mechanical fingers crossed we’ll still have our man whose supposed young wife runs rings minds. Hopefully we’ll use them for things like compassion, instead of just chasing what’s ‘better’ around him–with her own ulterior romantic like a hamster on a wheel. If we can do that, we’re on the yellow brick road to happiness. This show purpose in mind–has long delighted and is the follow up to Ruby’s sell out shows ‘Sane New World’ and ‘Frazzled’ and incorporates what surprised audiences, not least as presented she discovered whilst writing her latest book, including finding out about how the mind works with the sparkle of its music and the virtuoso with monk Gelong Thubten and learning from neuroscientist Ash Ranpura, where everything that skill of its performers. Damiano Michieletto’s makes us ‘us’ can be found in the brain. Outrageously witty and smart, blending brilliant comedy exhilarating production shows how and insightful life lessons, How To Be Human is the show you need to help you upgrade your mind as contemporary the characters still are and how much as you’ve upgraded your iPhone. 16+ immediate and touching the story remains. Sung in Italian with English subtitles.

ENTERTAINMENT UNLIMITED & PAA PRESENT RIGHT PLACE! WRONG TIME! THURSDAY 24TH OCTOBER, 7.30PM £22 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM STARRING...... TOMMY CANNON (Cannon and Ball)

CRISSY ROCK (Benidorm and I’m A Celebrity)

BILLY PEARCE: LEAH BELL: PAUL DUNN: JAMES DE LAUCH HAY

This play has had audiences in hysterics from the very beginning to the very surprising end. ‘Right Place! Wrong Time!’ is an “up-lifting” tale guaranteed to make you feel that life’s party never ends; it simply moves to another location.

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MRC & PAA PRESENT THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER, 7.30PM ADULTS £23, CONCESSIONS £21, U14 £15 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

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 which has jump started the legacy of Jake and Elwood for a new generation with its modern twist on this cult classic and an energy and spirit that is impossible to resist. Back with a brand new mission, ‘The Chicago Blues Brothers’ are heading for Detroit to take on some of the biggest and most loved Motown anthems along with all the Blue Brothers classics you know and love. With hits from Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Sam and Dave, James Brown, The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Jackson 5 and The Supremes. Backed by the multi award winning CBB Band and the incredible ‘Sweet Soul Sisters’, a new stage set and state of the art full stage projection – this is one show you can’t afford to miss.

EOS & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT LEONARDO’S FULL STORY TREAD PRODUCTIONS & PAA PRESENT - EOS BROTHERS BEYOND TUESDAY 29TH OCTOBER, 7PM ADULTS £10, CHILDREN £8 SUNDAY 27TH OCTOBER , 7PM FRIARAGE THEATRE ADULTS £18, CHILDREN/CONCESSIONS £16 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM Leonardo da Vinci is acclaimed as the world’s favourite artist. Many TV shows and feature Tread Productions is proud to present this fantastic Musical Theatre tribute show led by former stars films have showcased this extraordinary from Bill Kenwright’s UK touring production of ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’. genius but often not examined closely enough This year marks the 50th Anniversary of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical. The production has is the most crucial element of all: his art. been created & directed by former Joseph, Graham Tudor, who joined the cast in 1998 as Isachaar Key works include ‘The Mona Lisa’, ‘The Last and went on to don the famous dreamcoat from 1999-2003 and again in 2005. The show itself will Supper’, ‘Lady with an Ermine’, ‘Ginevra de’ feature some of the best songs from West End musicals, as well as a spectacular finale from the Benci’, ‘Madonna Litta’, ‘Virgin of the Rocks’, musical ‘Joseph’ featuring the entire company! So dress to impress in your finest ‘technicolor’ robes and more. and prepare for an ‘amazing’ night at the theatre that’s ‘ahead of its time’.

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GAG REFLEX & PAA PRESENT LOST VOICE GUY: I’M ONLY IN IT FOR THE PARKING WEDNESDAY 30TH OCTOBER, 7.30PM ADULTS £16, CONCESSIONS £14 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

Due to popular demand following a sell-out tour in spring 2019, Lee Ridley (aka Lost Voice Guy) – the first comedian ever to win Britain’s Got Talent – performs at Yarm’s Princess Alexandra Auditorium for the first time! The winner of the BBC New Comedy Award 2014, Lee has also appeared on BBC’s ‘Live at the Apollo’ and ‘The One Show’, BBC Radio 2’s ‘Steve Wright in the Afternoon’, ITV1’s ‘This Morning’, Channel 4’s ‘The Last Leg’, ‘The Royal Variety Show’, ‘America’s Got Talent: The Champions’, and is the star and co-writer of two series of BBC Radio 4’s hugely popular comedy show, ‘Ability’. Lee is the first stand-up comedian to use a communication aid. His cutting edge material combines the political and personal with razor-sharp observations about disability and daily life. His debut book, ‘I’m Only In It For The Parking’, is available now. He may not be able to talk but he definitely has something to say - and his comedy will leave you speechless. With support from 2017 BGT semi- finalist – Jonny Awsum

CINEMALIVE & FT PRESENT DRACULA – NORTHERN BALLET THURSDAY 31ST OCTOBER, 7.15PM TOTAL PRODUCTIONS & PAA PRESENT ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PUPILS £8 TOTAL POP PARTY FRIARAGE THEATRE THURSDAY 31ST OCTOBER, 3PM Broadcast LIVE to cinemas for Halloween, FAMILY TICKET £46, ADULTS £13, UNDER 16’S £11 Northern Ballet’s thrilling adaptation of Bram PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM Stoker’s classic horror story is a unique blend of gripping theatre, Gothic sets and sensuous The Perfect Party for your little ones, ‘Total Pop Party’ is brand new and exciting for 2019! These dancing. With darkly Gothic sets and costumes, incredible girls celebrate the modern day pop legends from Little Mix to The Spice Girls, Ariana Northern Ballet is resurrecting Bram Stoker’s Grande, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, P!nk, Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber and all in between. Incredible classic horror story for special LIVE screenings choreography, brilliantly entertaining and a non-stop pop party from start to finish. Singing and in cinemas this Halloween. The haunting dancing all the way, ‘Total Pop Party’ is an excellent introduction for kids who are too young to go to tale of passion and immortality is played out the big concerts but don’t want to miss out on seeing their favourite pop stars! through a unique blend of sensuous dancing and gripping theatre - this is ballet with a Come join the girls for the best party in town! dramatic bite.

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PURPLE TANGERINE PROMOTIONS PRESENTS THE QUEEN EXPERIENCE BARRY COLLINGS ENTERTAINMENT & PAA PRESENT FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER, 8PM ADULTS £15, STUDENTS/CONCESSIONS £12 THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM SATURDAY 2ND NOVEMBER, 7.30PM

THE QUEEN EXPERIENCE performed by ‘KILLER RHAPSODY’ is the ADULTS £24.50, CONCESSIONS £22.50 hottest and most riveting tribute to Freddie Mercury and ‘Queen’. PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM Publicly endorsed and featured on none other than ‘Brian May Guitars’ - www.brianmayguitars.co.uk. A performance over 2 hours long and ‘THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN’, takes to the stage this year after 2 years synonymous with the energy and passion of one of the world’s biggest of getting the show together for this tour. With a passion for the work bands, Killer Rhapsody use their years of experience in live music to of ‘The Boss’, the 8 piece tribute ‘The Sound Of Springsteen’ brings produce one of the most genuine and authentic Queen and Freddie their years of live performances and recording to rock you with Bruce Mercury experiences. With the benefit of youth but also experience, Springsteen’s greatest hits and deep cuts. With songs like, ‘Born In The collectively possessing over 50 years of high end live performance in the USA’, ‘Glory Days’, ‘Streets of Philadelphia’ and many more, this is a night UK and across Europe, Killer Rhapsody keep the Queen experience alive. of passion for Springsteen. They bring the theatre that every Queen performance bore to those who experienced them first time, and the new fans discovering the magic of Queen today.

TOM ROLFE PRODUCTIONS & PAA PRESENT NT LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT THE WIZARD OF OZ HANSARD – NT LIVE SUNDAY 3RD NOVEMBER, 2PM THURSDAY 7TH NOVEMBER, 7PM EARLY BIRD £9.50 ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM PUPILS £8 FRIARAGE THEATRE Click your heels and join Dorothy and her friends as they take a stroll down the yellow brick road in search of ‘The Emerald City’ this half term. Hansard; noun

Will Dorothy manage to defeat the Wicked Witch of the West? Hansard; noun The official report of all parliamentary debates. Will the Scarecrow manage to find a brain? See two-time Olivier Award winners, Lindsay Will Tin Man succeed in finding a heart? Duncan (‘Birdman’, ‘About Time’) and Alex Jennings (‘The Lady in the Van’, ‘The Queen’), Will our loveable cowardly Lion fulfil his courage finding quest? in this brand-new play by Simon Wood, Find out by booking your tickets today! broadcast live from the National Theatre in London. BBFC Certificate 15.

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AWAY WITH MEDIA & PAA PRESENT ONLY FOOLS AND BOYCIE FRIDAY 8TH NOVEMBER, 7.30PM £17 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

Enjoy an intimate evening with John Challis, one of the nation’s greatest comedy actors, best known as ‘Boycie’ in BBC1’s ‘Only Fools and Horses’.

In this one-off show the national treasure will reveal secrets from the set with stories and anecdotes from his dazzling career. Having worked with some of the biggest names in show business, he’ll be spilling the beans about ‘Only Fools and Horses’ co-stars like Sir David Jason and Nicholas Lyndhurst and friends and fellow performers like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Oliver Reed and George Best. He’ll also recall tales from his time in ‘Dr Who’, ‘Coronation Street’ and other TV classics.

Mr Challis will also meet fans after the show to sign autographs and pose for pictures, while signing copies of his autobiography, ‘Being Boycie’, and novel, ‘Reggie: A Stag At Bay’.

PAA PRESENTS DAME PATRICIA ROUTLEDGE: FACING THE MUSIC – A LIFE IN MUSICAL THEATRE SATURDAY 9TH NOVEMBER, 2.30PM ADULTS £28.50, CONCESSIONS £23.50 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

It is still one of the best kept secrets in show business that Patricia Routledge trained not only as an actress, but also as a singer, and had considerable experience and success in musical theatre, both in this country and in the USA.

Her many awards include a Tony for her Broadway performance in the Styne-Harburg musical ‘Darling of the Day’ and a Laurence Olivier Award for her performance in Leonard Bernstein’s ‘Candide’.

Her one woman show ‘Come for the Ride’ toured the UK in 1988 and in 1992 she played Nettie Fowler in the highly acclaimed production of ‘Carousel’ at the National Theatre. In 1998 she was honoured with the Gold Badge of Merit by the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors.

In this fascinating encounter with the writer, presenter and broadcaster Edward Seckerson she recalls this very special part of her career with access to some rare and treasured recordings.

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CINEMALIVE AND FT PRESENT 42ND STREET – THE MUSICAL SUNDAY 10TH NOVEMBER, 2PM & 7PM ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PUPILS £8 FRIARAGE THEATRE

YARM SCHOOL MUSIC DEPARTMENT 42nd Street, the legendary Broadway musical theatre classic, is a “glorious” (*****Express) and PRESENTS “utterly moreish extravaganza of glitz” (*****Times). Telling the story of Peggy Sawyer, a talented young performer with stars in her eyes who gets her big break on Broadway, this is the largest ever SCHOOL MUSIC CONCERT staging of the Tony® Award-winning musical and it was filmed live at the magnificent Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, in the heart of London’s West End. Fresh off the bus from small-town America, Peggy SUNDAY 17TH NOVEMBER, 6PM is just another face in the chorus line on Broadway’s newest show. But when the leading lady gets ADULTS £5, CONCESSIONS £3 injured, Peggy might just have the shot at stardom she’s always dreamed of...Directed by the show author, Mark Bramble, this “achingly beautiful revival of an American classic” (*****Telegraph) PRINCESS ALEXANDRA stars national treasure Bonnie Langford as Dorothy Brock, Tom Lister as Julian Marsh, Clare Halse as AUDITORIUM Peggy Sawyer and Philip Bertioli as Billy Lawlor, performing with a dazzling tap-dancing and show- stopping ensemble cast. Featuring iconic songs ‘42nd Street’, ‘We’re In The Money’, ‘Lullaby Of An evening of Music from the Yarm School Broadway’, ‘Shuffle Off To Buffalo’, ‘Dames’ and ‘I Only Have Eyes For You’, this is pure musical magic Music Department. on the big screen–entertainment doesn’t get bigger than this!

Filmed live at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, London

NT LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT RISING ALTERNATIVES AND FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT PRESENT LAUGHTER – NT SWAN LAKE 1966 – YARM SCHOOL DRAMA DEPARTMENT LIVE STARRING RUDOLF PRESENTS THURSDAY 28TH NOVEMBER, 7PM NUREYEV AND MARGOT FIFTH YEAR PLAY FONTEYN ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM WEDNESDAY 27TH NOVEMBER TO PUPILS £8 THURSDAY 21ST NOVEMBER, 7PM FRIDAY 29TH NOVEMBER, 7PM FRIARAGE THEATRE ADULTS £10, CHILDREN £8 ADULTS £6, CONCESSIONS £3, STUDENTS £1 Matthew Warchus directs Andrew Scott FRIARAGE THEATRE (BBC’s ‘Sherlock, Fleabag’) in Noël Coward’s STUDIO THEATRE provocative comedy ‘Present Laughter’. As A never-before-seen high definition he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, restoration of a historic Rudolf Nureyev and On sale 1st October star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in Margot Fonteyn 1966 performance of ‘SWAN Our annual Fifth Year play, featuring a cast of danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed LAKE’ (Tchaikovsky) at the Vienna State Opera talented Fifth Year performers. by an escalating identity crisis as his many House. Choreographed by Rudolf Nureyev and and various relationships compete for his conducted by John Lanchbery, with the Wiener attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home Symphoniker orchestra. Nureyev and Fonteyn are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and revolutionized the world of ballet by crossing soul-searching. the borders between classical ballet and modern dance. Hailed as the greatest ballet Captured live from The Old Vic in London, partnership of all time, Nureyev once said that ‘Present Laughter’ is a giddy and surprisingly they danced with “one body and one soul”. modern reflection on fame, desire and loneliness. BBFC Certificate 12A

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ROH LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT COPPÉLIA – ROH LIVE TUESDAY 10TH DECEMBER, 7.15PM ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PUPILS £8 FRIARAGE THEATRE

A classic returns to The Royal Ballet repertory with Ninette de Valois’ charming and funny YARM SCHOOL MUSIC DEPARTMENT PRESENTS ‘Coppélia’–a story of love, mischief and COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT mechanical dolls. MONDAY 9TH DECEMBER, 7PM The intricate choreography is set to Delibes’ delightful score and shows off the technical £5 precision and comedic timing of the whole PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM Company.

On PUBLIC sale Friday 8th November at 10am Osbert Lancaster’s designs bring a colourful storybook world to life in this Christmas treat An annual favourite, buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment! Yarm School’s seasonal for the whole family. offering is packed full of Christmas favourites along with a selection surprise packages; this concert will definitely put you in the festive mood!

PAA PRESENTS SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA - LIVE & SWINGING FRIDAY 13TH DECEMBER, 7.30PM ADULTS £18, CONCESSIONS/CHILDREN £15 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

The “Best Big Band in the Land” is back for 2019 for their UK tour with their explosive new show ‘Live and Swinging’.

Hold on tight as ‘Live and Swinging’ takes you on an exciting journey that is stunning, dynamic, and thrilling.

Directed by Chris Dean, this mesmerizing performance is packed with all your Big Band Favourites. Featuring the music of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey, Neal Hefti, Billy May, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and many more.

This is definitely a musical extravaganza you won’t want to miss.

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IN SEARCH OF BEETHOVEN ROH LIVE & FRIARAGE THEATRE PRESENT MONDAY 16TH DECEMBER, 7PM THE NUTCRACKER – ROH LIVE ADULTS £10, CHILDREN £8 TUESDAY 17TH DECEMBER, 7.15PM FRIARAGE THEATRE ADULTS £15, CHILDREN £10, YARM PUPILS £8 ‘In Search of Beethoven’ addresses the romantic myth that Beethoven FRIARAGE THEATRE was a heroic, tormented figure battling to overcome his tragic fate of deafness and who searched for his ‘immortal beloved’ but remained The Royal Ballet’s glorious production of ‘The Nutcracker’, created by unmarried. It delves beyond the image of the tortured, bad-tempered, Peter Wright in1984, is the production par excellence of an all-time ballet unhinged personality, to reveal someone quite different and far more favourite. It is Christmas Eve and Herr Drosselmeyer the magician sweeps interesting. ‘In Search of Beethoven’ brings together the world’s leading young Clara away on a fantasy adventure in which time is suspended, performers and experts on Beethoven to reveal new insights into this the family living-room becomes a great battlefield, and a magical legendary composer. The line-up of performers and interviewees journey takes them through the Land of Snow to the Kingdom of Sweets. includes Gianandrea Noseda, Sir Roger Norrington, Riccardo Chailly, Tchaikovsky’s glittering score, the gorgeous festive stage designs, and Claudio Abbado, Fabio Luisi, Frans Brüggen, Ronald Brautigam, Hélène The Royal Ballet’s captivating dancing including an exquisite pas de deux Grimaud, Vadim Repin, Janine Jansen, Paul Lewis, Lars Vogt, and Emanuel between the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Prince, make this Nutcracker the Ax, among others. The film has been called the best film ever made quintessential Christmas experience. on Beethoven – and is the choice of the Beethoven Haus (Beethoven’s birthplace) as the ‘go to’ film on Beethoven.

TOM ROLFE PRODUCTIONS & PAA PRESENT JACK AND THE BEANSTALK WEDNESDAY 18TH DECEMBER 6.30PM THURSDAY 19TH DECEMBER 10AM, 1.30PM, 6.30PM FRIDAY 20TH DECEMBER 7PM SATURDAY 21ST DECEMBER 1PM, 4PM, 7PM SUNDAY 22ND DECEMBER 1PM, 4PM EARLY BIRD £9.50 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

‘Join us on a GIANT pantomime adventure this Christmas at The Princess Alexandra Auditorium as we stage the ultimate fairytale Jack and the Beanstalk. Brought to you by the same team that produced Cinderella last year you can guarantee lavish scenery, beautiful costumes, and plenty of laughs along the way!

Will Jack manage to defeat the evil Giant Blunderbore and rescue his beloved cow Daisy?

Will Fleshcreep succeed in taking over the world?

Will the magical Fairy Peasblossom save the day?

Find out by booking your tickets today it’ll be ‘Fe Fi Fo FUN’ for all the family!’

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BEN O’ CONNOR AND PAA PRESENTS PAA PRESENTS EDEN MICHAEL PORTILLO – LIFE A SATURDAY 11TH JANUARY 2020, 7.30PM GAME OF TWO HALVES ADULTS £19, CONCESSIONS/CHILDREN £17 FRIDAY 24TH JANUARY 2020, 7.30PM PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM ADULTS £18, CONCESSIONS/CHILDREN £15

The World-class voices of Libby Johnstone and Lucy Campbell blend to PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM form ‘Eden’. Specialising in Classical /Pop Crossover, Eden have a fresh It took Michael Portillo little more than 10 years to get a seat in the modern approach to music. Taking their inspiration from Katherine Commons and then rise in power and esteem to a point where he was Jenkins, Il Divo, Sarah Brightman and All Angels, they combine each a favoured leader of his party and possible future PM. Although his of their influences to create a unique and beautiful act. A Classical/ political career then came to a humiliating end, losing his seat in May Crossover duo with a difference, Eden create and produce their own 1997, Michael has since reinvented and endeared himself to many with arrangements, and are the only duo to focus on modern music by artists his obvious respect for the solid workmanship found in the great railways such as Metallica, Heart and Take That, combining it with a classical twist, of the world, the effect of the railways on the history of countries and the whilst also being able to offer traditional classical music, and songs from daily lives of their people. Listen to his story, told with a “parliamentary the musicals. With over 20 years’ experience in the performing industry, stand-up” wit, and then feel free to question him about it. Eden have been privileged to tour with their already established show for the past 6 years. Followed by a book signing.

YARM SCHOOL PRESENTS MISS SAIGON SCHOOLS EDITION WEDNESDAY 5TH FEBRUARY TO SATURDAY 8TH FEBRUARY 2020, 7.30PM ADULTS £12, CHILDREN £8 PRINCESS ALEXANDRA AUDITORIUM

Public on sale date Tuesday 10th December.

This year’s eagerly awaited Yarm School musical is Miss Saigon.

Join our talented cast as they tell one of the greatest love stories of all time!

Written by the creators of ‘Les Misérables’, Alain Boublil and Claude- Michel Schonberg, and set in the turbulent days preceding the end of the Vietnam War, the story follows the fortunes of a young Vietnamese girl, Kim, and an American soldier, Chris, who fall madly in love. They become separated during the fall of Saigon, but meet again three years later in Bangkok. Kim is distraught to find that Chris has married, and Chris is equally shocked to discover he has a son.

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THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES SATURDAY 25TH JANUARY 2020, 7.30PM

MY LIFE STORY FRIDAY 14TH FEBRUARY 2020, 7.30PM

YOU WIN AGAIN SATURDAY 15TH FEBRUARY 2020, 7.30PM

MICHAEL STARRING BEN - THE MAGIC OF MICHAEL JACKSON SATURDAY 7TH MARCH 2020, 7.30PM

KOJO ANIM - THE TAXI TOUR SATURDAY 14TH MARCH 2020, 7.30PM

THE MAGIC OF MOWTOWN SATURDAY 4TH APRIL 2020, 7.30PM

FRANCIS ROSSI - I TALK TOO MUCH SUNDAY 5TH APRIL 2020, 7.30PM

BEN HART - WONDER WEDNESDAY 15TH APRIL 2020, 7.30PM

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