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How to book & seating plan Welcome Diary - quick glance Welcome to another exciting season at the Prince of Wales Centre which January promises to be as busy as ever. We’ve got lots of new shows as February well as some of your old favourites returning. March

This is just a taste of what’s on offer April so I sincerely hope you enjoy browsing this brochure and we look May forward to welcoming you to the Prince of Wales Centre for the very June best in live entertainment. Richard Kay July Centre Manager Map & directions

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Many thanks to all our hard working staff and loyal band of front of house volunteers:

Centre Manager: Technical Manager: Box Offi ce Assistants: Richard Kay Andrew Kennerley Barbara Sutherland Val Cunningham Duty Offi cers: Housekeepers: Laura Treadwell Sandra Conroy Lorraine Veste Lauren Walker Alison Cox Chris Wheatley

Front of House Steward: Jim Gray-Davis

4 January May Diary - quick glance Sat 16th Streetly Dance School Tues 4th Staffs Rocks Sun 17th Bridal Fayre Thur 6th Gordon Giltrap The ‘Shining Morn’ Tour Wed 27th Jack and the Beanstalk to Sat 30th Fri 7th Smackee present Memories are Made of Hits February Sat 8th The Complete Beatles Tues 10th Ken Dodd Thur 13th Half a Sixpence Sat 20th Who’s Who to Sat 15th Thurs 25th to Little Shop of Horrors Thur 20th My Fair Lady Fri 26th and to Sat 22nd Sat 27th Thur 27th Variety Show-Case March Fri 28th Elvis Rocks 2010 Fri 5th and Cannock Division Guiding Sat 6th Gang Show Sun 29th A Comedy Night Out Sun 14th Bob Brolly June Wed 17th Roll Out The Barrell Fri 11th One Night in Vegas Thur 18th Jus’ Like That! Wed 16th and Roy Chubby Brown Thur 17th Fri 19th A 60’s Night Out Fri 18th ‘And Finally…Phil Collins’ Sat 20th Charlie Landsborough Sat 19th and Showtime Sun 21st Wrestling Sun 20th Fri 26th Unforgettables and Sat 27th Fri 25th Halfway to Paradise Sun 28th A Celebration Show Sat 26th The Faces Experience April July Fri 9th ELO Experience Sat 3rd and Showtime Sun 4th Thur 15th Livingstone Academy of to Sun 18th Dance & Drama Fri 19th We’ll Meet Again Fri 23rd The Kinx Sat 24th Noddy in Toyland Sun 25th That’s Entertainment/ Mr Blue Sky Thur 29th The Songs of Nick Drake 5 January Streetly Dance School

Saturday 16th Tickets available from the 2.00pm & 5.30pm Dance School on 01676 542770 oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now!

A range of dance styles are on show from this talented dance school as their young pupils demonstrate their dancing techniques.

Bridal Fayre Sunday 17th 11am - 4pm Free Entry

This is your ideal opportunity to talk to all the professionals you will need to make your wedding complete. There will be catwalk shows at 12 noon and at 2pm demonstrating a wide range of garments for all those involved in your big day. Refreshments are available.

6 January

Cannock Chase www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! Drama Society present

Wednesday 27th to Wednesday 27th 6.30pm Saturday 30th £7.50/£7.00 Thursday 28th 7.30pm Cannock Chase Drama Society present £7.50/£7.00 Jack and the Beanstalk. This sparkling Friday 29th 7.30pm new version of the well-known story is £7.50/£7.00 by Alan Frayn from Stafford, who wrote last year’s very successful “Cinderella”. Saturday 30th 2.30pm £9.00/£8.50 It is packed with novel ideas and new comedy, keeping children involved. Saturday 30th 7.30pm Abundant audience participation, £9.50 all seats visual comedy and traditional pantomime fun are also included, together with two havoc-prone Broker’s men, Snatchet and Scarper. There is also a show-stopping ultra-violet scene as the magic begins to work in the garden.

Tickets from the Box Offi ce or from Mary Mason 01543 271388 (after 6pm)

7 February Ken Dodd Wednesday 10th 7.30pm Tickets £19.50

oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! KEN DODD is one of Britain’s funniest comedians. A true legend, icon and national treasure who has been entertaining us for 55 years. Come and enjoy his famous ‘Happiness Show’ and you’ll be absolutely discumknockerated (that’s Knotty Ash for ‘over the moon’) with a truly tattifelarius evening of laughter and songs presented by a comic genius. Enjoy a fun-fi lled variety show for all the family, with guests, non-stop gags and a selection of songs in celebration of 55 hilarious years of ‘Happiness’ with ‘The Squire of Knotty Ash’.

The UK’s Premier Tribute to The Who, performing hits from QUADRAPHENIA

Saturday 20th 8pm Tickets £12.50

Who’s Who receive incredible reactions across Europe and beyond not only for their Townsend style leaping and Daltrey’s microphone whirling antics, but also for the honesty and integrity with which they interpret the songs of The Who. Widely regarded as the closest that anyone will get to evoking the energy and feeling of The Who at their peak, Who’s Who have been personally praised by the original members of The Who for their interpretation of their original sound. Previously performing all over the UK, Europe and the Middle East, with regular performances at The International Who Convention, the Isle of White Festival and Live at Leeds.

8 February Thursday 25th, Friday 26th and Tickets £10.00 Saturday 27th 7.30pm £9.00 concessions

Ambient Night Productions proudly presents a twisted tale to keep you rooted to your oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! seats. Little Shop of Horrors, pruned and action packed, has arrived - come with us to Skid Row. Follow Seymour, a hapless fl orist, as he raises a carnivorous plant that feeds on human blood in the hope it will bring him closer to Audrey, his heart’s desire. But just how far will Seymour go to prove his love to the girl of his dreams? Mushnik’s Florist has always had an appetite for sales.. now it has an appetite for fl esh!!

WARNING! Do not feed the Plants

9 March Cannock Division Guiding Gang show

oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! Friday 5th 7pm and Tickets £4.00 Saturday 6th 2pm & 7pm

The Cannock Division of the Girl Guides are performing for the fi rst time at the Prince of Wales to celebrate 100 years of Guiding in Britain. Please come and join them as they travel all around the world to celebrate this very special occasion.

Friday 12th and Tickets £19.50 Saturday 13th March 7.30pm

Direct from ’s West End, Defending The Caveman - Winner of the Olivier award for Best Entertainment in 2000 - is set to storm the UK once again! The longest running solo play in Broadway history, Defending The Caveman has become a worldwide hit. Why do men and women misunderstand each other? The truth of course, can be traced back to the caveman. This hilariously funny but horribly truthful show affectionately brings the basic differences between men and women brilliantly up to date... Starring much-loved actor, comedian and TV personality Mark Little - aka Neighbours’ legendary Joe Mangel

10 Bob Brolly March oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! Sunday 14th 8pm Tickets £10.000.0000

A welcome return to the Prince of Wales Centre. The Midlands’ favourite Irishman and award winning presenter on BBC Radio WM and BBC Radio Coventry and Warwickshire! Bob will be celebrating the St Patrick’s weekend here at Cannock with his many friends. As always, you are in for a night’s Craic with a varied array of songs from the jovial Irishman with a fabulous voice and personality to match.

Wednesday 17th 2.30pm Tickets £11.00 £10.00 Concessions

2010 sees the 10th year of Roll Out the Barrel. This hugely popular and up-lifting show has been delighting audiences all over the UK. With a wonderful mix of music and memories. In a gloriously happy show, Terry Bradford and Sussie Arveson take you on a joyous and unforgettable musical journey. A feast of non-stop nostalgia featuring over 65 songs that you know and love. You’ll be singing all the way home.

11 March Thursday 18th 7.30pm Tickets £18.00 £16.00 Concessions oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! Jus’ Like That brings Tommy Cooper back to life with all the familiar trademarks - the fez, the laugh and the magic. Jus’ Like That is a hilarious tribute to one of the greatest comedians this country has ever seen. ‘SOMEONE LEFT A NOTE ON MY CAR THE OTHER DAY. IT SAID “PARKING FINE”... SO THAT WAS NICE’ - best known for his role as Dr Mike Barratt in Casualty and Holby City as well as Simon Horton in The Vicar of Dibley - stars as the legendary comedian... all 6”4 of him! This show is the closest you can get to seeing the late, great comedian live. Book now for a genuinely funny and outstanding evening of stand up comedy. ‘Miraculously funny’ Daily Telegraph

The Fortunes and The Ivy League Friday 19th 7.30pm Tickets £18.00

The 60’s, it changed everybody’s lives, the clothes, the culture, the politics but most of all the music. It has become the soundtrack of our lives with the bands from the era still topping the charts. This tour brings together two of the great vocal harmony bands from the 60’s, The Fortunes and The Ivy League. So forget about your troubles because they’re both in town and enjoy a night of live music from two fabulous bands that have stood the test of time... ‘ A great night out, just like it used to be.’ 12 March Charlie

Landsborough www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! Saturday 20th 7.30pm Tickets £19.00

Charlie and his fi ve-piece band are well known for keeping concert-goers enthralled. His telling lyrics and his engaging anecdotes captivate audiences wherever he performs. On stage he is as entertaining as he is melodic and there’s always a good dose of humour thrown in. His music, which ranges from inspirational to country, from ballad to anthem, hits the spot. He has dedicated fans the world over, even as far afi eld as Australia where his 2008 tour won him a host of new admirers. Indeed one of Charlie’s new songs is titled “Australia In My Heart” and a return tour of that continent is planned for next year. To coincide with the UK tour this hugely popular singer releases a brand new album, “Nothing Lasts Forever”. It features 18 tracks in total – 12 self-penned songs and six covers.

WRESTLING Sunday 21st 3.00pm Tickets £12.00 £10.00 Children £35.00 Family Ticket

Superslam wrestling now in its 11th year of presenting the best of live wrestling action at family friendly seat prices. See the latest team of World Federation Superstars battle it out in a two-hour action-packed spectacular against a home team of British stars. This is the place to celebrate a special occasion with the chance to come backstage and meet the stars when you book ten or more tickets. Ten million have seen Superslam and return time and time again. If you haven’t given it a try, we can guarantee you will be talking about it for a long time afterwards 13 March Gateway Singers present oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! Friday 26th and Tickets available from the Saturday 27th 7.30pm Box Offi ce or Jean Brown on 01543 579984 £8.00 £7.00 Concessions

‘That’s what these are….’ A collection of songs that are truly unforgettable, from the Beatles’ Hey Jude up to Take That’s Rule the World. Where else could you hear the classic songs that have given lasting memories to so many? From California Dreamin’ to the massive number one hit Hallelujah all performed by the Gateway Singers.

Brian and Angela Mills Dance School present

Sunday 28th 7pm Tickets available from the Dance School on 01543 574307 / 07951 702006

A pot pourri of music and dance, this popular show incorporates ballroom, latin, freestyle, rock n roll and show dance routines plus vocal numbers all performed by the junior and adult students of the school. This show is a celebration of the 40th year of the Dance School and promises to be another high quality and entertaining event. Having seen one of these shows audiences return time after time to see the next event.

14 April ELO Experience

Friday 9th 7.30pm Tickets £16.00 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now!

In 1970 in Birmingham a musical super power was established. Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra became one of the world’s best known and greatest recording bands. Packing stadiums throughout the world ELO played sell out tours such as the Face the Music tour, Out of the Blue tour and Time tour to name just a few. A seemingly endless list of hit records stormed the charts throughout the world. Radio broadcasts worldwide played hits such as Living Thing, Telephone Line, Wild West Hero, Sweet Talking Woman, and perhaps their most famous - Mr Blue Sky. Come and hear their greatest hits reproduced by the exciting and incredible “ELO Experience”.

Thursday 15th to Sunday 18th Tickets 7.30pm (Sunday matinee 2pm) Dance School 07976880608

Livingstone Academy present their bi-annual show at the Prince of Wales which showcases the talents of the youngsters who perform with the Academy.

15 April We’ll Meet Again “Hits from the Blitz”

oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! Monday 19th 2.30pm Tickets £11.00 £10.00 Concessions Audiences can relive the spirit of the Forties in a wonderful afternoon performance of Hits from the Blitz, with lots of singalong tunes that will bring back warm memories. The celebration show pays tribute to the legendary stars of the war years, Vera Lynn, Donald Peers, Gracie Fields, George Formby, Bing Crosby, and famous comedians and Tessie O’Shea. The show is set in a wartime Garrison Theatre with the ENSA artistes, and live Musical backing of the Martyn St James Sound. Starring ANDY EASTWOOD, brilliant musical star, comedian STEVE BARCLAY, star vocalists SHELLEY JAMES and TONY LEYTON, and host MERVYN FRANCIS. This special show promises not only to evoke the spirit of wartime Britain, but to experience the music and laughter that kept Britain smiling through her darkest days.

16 THE KINX April

Friday 23rd 8.00pm Tickets £12.50 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now!

Do you sometimes wonder “Where have all the Good Times Gone?” then this unmissable show is for you. See The Kinx pay tribute to The Kinks, one of the greatest bands ever. Revisit those heady days in the early 60’s when the original Britpop bands defi ned a whole new generation of music. The Kinx aim to make you smile when you remember those fantastic times. See how their tight three part harmonies, musicianship of the highest standards, exceptional attention to detail not only of their wardrobe but also their authentic instruments and amplifi cation, has made them the UK’s leading Kinks tribute act. With such hits as “You Really Got Me”, “Tired of Waiting”, and “All Day and All of the Night”, come along and fi nd out why Dave Davies said of The Kinx “you made me smile all day”.

Saturday 24th 1pm & 3.30pm Tickets £10.00 £36.00 Family Ticket

It’s an exciting day in Toy Town, it’s Noddy and Tessie Bear’s sing-a-long, dance-a-long party and everyone is invited to join in the fun… everyone that is except those two naughty Goblins, Sly and Gobbo who are out to spoil the fun with another of their crazy machines from Goblin Gizmo’s – The Sound Sucker! But don’t worry as our hero Noddy is keeping an eye on those two and knows exactly how to stay one step ahead of their games. With Mr Plod, Whiz the Robot, Bumpy Dog. This is a fantastic show for children of all ages and coincides with the 60th anniversary of Noddy.

17 April Bo o! o fie 14 772 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! Sunday 25th 7.30pm Tickets £10.00

A brand new double-bill featuring two new comedies of back-stage life by Lichfi eld writer Phil Preece, author of cult ‘House of Pain’. Mr Blue Sky - they say if you can remember the 60’s you weren’t there... well ageing rocker Vince Megre was, and it’s true, he can’t... or the seventies. Actually the 80’s are a bit of a blur and as for the 90’s! He’s still doing the rounds playing the old hits after nearly 40 years, but after a young fan comes backstage to see him after a show he fi nds she’s looking for more than just an autograph and Vince begins to discover feelings that his rock and roll lifestyle has left no time for... until now! That’s Entertainment - Joe and Lee are national TV stars at the very top of their game. It’s awards night, and the entertainment industry has come out in force to honour their prime time success. But behind the scenes not everything is rosy in TV land because backstage Joe and Lee are locked in a battle their audience would never suspect.

Thursday 29th 8pm Tickets £15.00

Already a phenomenally successful show that has over 400 performances under its belt. This is the fi rst time the show will appear solely in the UK theatres and arts centre. The show starts with a short fi lm about Nick Drake before Keith James (vocal, acoustic guitar) and Rick Foot (double bass) perform the wonderful songs of Nick Drake. Nick Drake’s music can currently be heard in the TV smash hit ‘Flash Forward’ and in 2010 on a tribute album featuring Jack Johnson, Nora Jones, Dave Grohl (Foo Fighters) and more....

18 May Staffordshire Performing Arts present

www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now!

4th May 7pm Tickets £6.00 Adults £4.00 Concessions

Today’s classroom pupils could be tomorrow’s world-famous rock group thanks to a Staffordshire Performing Arts competition which gives Staffordshire school rock bands a chance to show their mettle and battle it out in front of a live audience to compete for the coveted title of Staffordshire Rocks 2010. Competition will be fi erce as the bands will have to perform before a panel of adjudicators, who will decide their fate at one of three semi-fi nals and from these, the winners and selected runners-up will go through to the Staffordshire Grand Final on Saturday 26 June 2010 to be crowned ‘Staffordshire Rocks’ Winner 2010.

Gordon Giltrap

Thursday 6th 7.30pm Tickets £16.50

An evening celebrating four decades of extraordinary live music from one of the UK’s greatest guitar legends. From pop in the 60’s and 70’s, through the iconic BBC Holiday theme ‘Heartsong’, to his many classic compositions, Gordon Giltrap is without doubt a musical national treasure.

19 May Smackee present Bo o! o fie 14 772 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now!

Friday 7th 7.30pm Tickets £17.00 fi05357 01543 Offi B ! k B Barry Walker’s Smackee return to the Prince Of Wales with a brand new production that brings together the music and artistes that were at their most popular in the great musical decade of the 1950’s and early 60’s. This dynamic two-hour production will remind you of some of the most popular hit recordings ever made by those wonderful stars of that time. Remember, this was a time when you knew the words to every song in the pop charts of the day. We guarantee you will leave the theatre with nothing but happy memories from this great bygone era!

The ultimate tribute to the Beatles

Saturday 8th 8pm Tickets £12.50

In constant demand, we are delighted to have performing The Complete Beatles here at The Prince of Wales Centre. The Complete Beatles have performed on the BBC, Channel Four and many radio stations, and have recently starred alongside Gerry and The Pacemakers in the highly acclaimed theatre show “Back to The Cavern”. The Complete Beatles not only recreate the on-stage look but also brilliantly capture the music, vocals, harmonies and energy of the original Fab Four. Gerry Marsden said of them: “They were great – they sound just like the boys!” Come along and be transported back to the swinging 60’s with all your favourite hits such as “Please Please Me”, “She Loves You”, “Help” – the list goes on and on, all performed totally live creating the ultimate feelgood factor. 202 CWAGMS present May Bo o! o fie 14 772 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now!

Thursday 13th to Tickets TBA Saturday 15th 7.30pm

Cannock Wood and Gentleshaw Musical Society are proud to present the Midland premiere of the newly revised classic Half a Sixpence. A much loved musical based on the novel of “Kipps” by H.G.Wells, it’s a great rags to riches tale containing some of the best loved tunes found in musical theatre today, such as “If the rains got to pour”, “Flash, bang, wallop”, “I know what I am” and of course the title song “Half a Sixpence” made popular by the evergreen Tommy Steele. So grab a ticket early and enjoy a night of fl ash, bang, wallop with CWAGMS.

Aldridge Musical Comedy Society present

Thursday 20th to Tickets TBA Saturday 22nd 7.30pm

When Professor Henry Higgins takes a bet with Colonel Pickering that he can refi ne the manners of the Cockney fl ower girl Eliza Doolittle, this enchanting story unfolds. This timeless musical includes many favourite songs especially “Wouldn’t It Be Lovely”, “A Nightingale Sang In Berclay Square” and “I Would Have Danced All Night”.

The Rotary Club of Cannock present a VARIETY SHOWCASE

Thursday 27th 7.30pm Tickets £5.00 Adults £4.00 Concessions £16.00 Family Ticket Available from the box offi ce or the Rotary Club of Cannock on 01543 275667

A spectacular evening of entertainment featuring students from local schools and other budding talent combining for an evening of music, song, dance, comedy and much, much more. All proceeds from the evening will be distributed to local charities. 213 May Bo o! o fie 14 772 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! ‘Takin’ it to another level’ Featuring Michael King & Steve Halliday

Friday 28th 7.30pm Tickets £15.00

Both performers are unquestionably the best in the business at being Elvis. ITV1 Stars In Their Eyes, BBC1 World’s Greatest Elvis, Las Vegas with The Jordanaires and recording sessions from the Sun Studios in Memphis are just a few of the accolades to have been achieved by both. ‘Elvis Rocks’, featuring all the King’s greatest hits, combined with extensive costume changes, takes the audience on a highly visual journey through Elvis’ entire career. Attention to detail is what makes ‘Elvis Rocks’ stand out from all other Elvis shows.

From the authenticity provided by the fantastic backing group including double bass and two drum kits, to the accuracy of the performers both visually and vocally. Even the Las Vegas style jumpsuits used for the show have been crafted in the U.S.A. from the same patterns as were used on Elvis’ originals. Quite simply the most concise musical theatre production encompassing Elvis’ incredible musical journey from his humble beginnings at the Sun Studios Memphis Tennessee, to the iconic world superstar of Las Vegas. Every aspect of Elvis’ career is performed to perfection including - Elvis Early Years, GI Army Elvis, Movie Elvis, the famous ‘Black Leather’ 1968 Comeback Elvis, Gospel Elvis and of course the jump suited Elvis On Tour from the 1970’s. The ‘Elvis Rocks’ show is without doubt the most complete Elvis musical theatre production available.

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June Book now! Box Office: 01543 578762 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales 24 June |July And Finally…

Friday 18th 7.30pm Tickets £14.00 www.andfi nally-philcollins.co.uk oknw BxOfc:053586 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! This show aspires to accurately represent the performance of his fi nal solo tour in 2004, reproducing the distinctive Collins sound. The 12-piece band includes the “And Finally” three-piece horn section that provides the fi nal touch in creating the wonderful Phil Collins msound. The two-hour show captures the main highlights from the original concert, including such timeless classics as Against All Odds, One More Night, Can’t Stop Loving You, In the Air Tonight, Easy Lover, and many more… as well as the impressive double drum solo featured at the beginning and end of the performance.

Annabel Humpage Academy of Dance present

Saturday 19th June 6pm and Tickets Sunday 20th June 5pm from the dance school on Saturday 3rd July 6pm and 07971221973 Sunday 4th July 5pm

The Annabel Humpage Academy of Dance present their annual summer show where up to 300 pupils perform a range of tap, ballet, acrobatics, disco and many more dance styles

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June Book now! Box Office: 01543 578762 www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales 26 Information Refreshments Whilst visiting the Prince of Wales for a show please take advantage of the refreshment facilities on offer. There are two licenced bars and a front of house outlet to cater for all your refreshment needs. As well as the two bars the front

of house area serves a full range of ice creams, teas and coffees and a wide www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk/princeofwales Box Office: 01543 578762 Book now! selection of chocolates and sweets. Take advantage of our pre order facility for ordering your interval drink from the bar and save time queueing.

Car Parking The Prince of Wales is served by several car parks but the multi storey car park is particularly close and during most performance times (excluding matinees) is free of charge. Please use level 4 of the multi storey. There are numerous disabled parking bays at the front of the facility in Church Street. Please note that parking at the rear of the Prince of Wales is strictly limited and customers are requested not to use the limited parking there. For a map showing all local car parks, see the back page of this brochure.

Front-of-House Volunteers The Prince of Wales Centre would like to take this opportunity to thank our loyal band of Front-of-House volunteers. If you are interested please contact us on 01543 466453 or email [email protected]

Coming Soon! Chase Matters e-magazine Would you like to sign up to the new electronic magazine from Cannock Chase Council to be launched early 2010? The e-magazine will keep you up to date with news, events and activities across the Cannock Chase District. To sign up please email your name and email address to [email protected] 27 Prince of Wales Centre, Church Street, Cannock, Staffordshire WS11 1DE Tel: 01543 578762

Leave your car with confi dence The multi-storey car park adjacent to the Prince of Wales Centre is free to patrons for all evening performances and is fully patrolled.

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