Hello and a very warm welcome to the Lancaster Grand Theatre

The Lancaster Grand Theatre is a thriving venue delivering an exciting and inspirational programme including comedy, live music (with outstanding vocalists and musicians), drama, Children’s TV Shows, Educational performances, ‘Audiences With’ and both Traditional Family and Adult Pantomimes since 1782. Our venue is a beautiful, historic building full of charm and history and is the third oldest provincial theatre in the country. For those of you that don’t know, we are an ‘unfunded’ theatre which means we are totally dependent on ourselves and our ability to sell tickets.

Make sure you take a look at our ‘What’s Coming Up Page’ as we welcome some ‘old faithful’s’ back and many ‘newcomers’ too. Enjoy!

Ellie Singleton Theatre Manager

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THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOL Monday 13th to Friday 17th August 10am - 4pm

FROM 6 - 17 YEARS OLD

Brought to you by a highly experienced team of professionals, this Summer School is set to deliver a full programme of theatre arts training, including dance, drama, musical theatre and stage craft, culminating in a one night performance of a smash hit musical. We promise you an exciting and entertaining week, whether you are experienced or not. This year’s Summer School will be great fun and will help BOOK NOW you engage with other students to deliver a first class and polished performance. Contact the Lancaster Grand Theatre to book for an action packed week. PLACES LIMITED £125 1st child - £110 2nd child Friday’s performance at 7pm FREE to family/ friends. www.lancastergrand.co.uk 01524 64695 September 2018

The Lady Boys of Bangkok Wednesday 5th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £24 / £22 conc

Uncork the champagne! Dress to kill! Party like there’s no tomorrow! Celebrating 20 diamante decorated years, The Ladyboys of Bangkok ‘Wonder Women Tour’ will take Britain’s number one cabaret show to a new level. With some of your favourites from the last 20 glorious years re-imagined, added to new scenes of spectacular costumes, choreography and, of course, hilarious comedy!

Wonder Women celebrates in style with iconic appearances including Cher, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Diana Ross, Pink, Shirley Bassey, even Wonder Woman herself and the “practically perfect in every way” Mary Poppins! From Comic Con to the catwalk, this year’s show has it all.

Walk Like A Man THEATRE SUMMER SCHOOL Saturday 8th Sept - 7.30pm Monday 13th to Friday 17th August 10am - 4pm Tickets: £23

WALK LIKE A MAN takes you back in time on FROM 6 - 17 YEARS OLD a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since it’s debut in 2005. Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Brought to you by a highly experienced team of professionals, this Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, Summer School is set to deliver a full programme of theatre arts training, many more. With a repertoire which needs including dance, drama, musical theatre and stage craft, culminating in a no introduction, Walk Like A Man combines one night performance of a smash hit musical. infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick We promise you an exciting and entertaining week, whether you are harmonies and even slicker dance moves to experienced or not. This year’s Summer School will be great fun and will help deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia BOOK NOW you engage with other students to deliver a first class and polished performance. which will leave you wanting more! Contact the Lancaster Grand Theatre to book for an action packed week. PLACES LIMITED £125 1st child - £110 2nd child Friday’s performance at 7pm FREE to family/ friends. Lancastergrand.co.uk www.lancastergrand.co.uk 01524 64695 September 2018

Forbidden Nights Wednesday 12th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £22.50 for the first 8 rows £20 for all others

Brace yourself for two hours of thrilling action, provocative choreography with the ultimate Forbidden strip tease (and a few men in uniform thrown in for good measure).

Abandon your inhibitions at the door as the talented cast of acrobats, fire acts, aerial artists and world-renowned circus performers flip and spin across the stage in this high-octane show. This sexy but classy evening with Forbidden Nights is guaranteed to get your pulse racing and leave you begging for more.

Yes Ladies - Circus Just Got Sexy®

Age 16+

Eric and Ern Thursday 13th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £22

From the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated & critically acclaimed West End hit, Eric & Little Ern.

This is a brilliant homage crammed full of renditions of those famous come-dy sketches, that hits all the right notes! From Greig’s Piano concerto to Mr Memory, “Arsenal!” It’s a show full of Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines, songs and sketches and of course a musical guest. This wonderful show, evokes memories of times when whole families would huddle around the telly on Sunday evenings. You’ll feel you’ve experienced the real thing and been taken back to a world of sunshine and laughter.

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The Illegal Eagles Friday 14th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £25 / £23 conc

The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute returns in 2018 for another outstanding show promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail, and incredible showmanship.

This phenomenal group of musicians have been touring for over two decades and remain true Eagles fanatics! Their longevity and continued international acclaim are due in no small part to their extraordinary mastery of the Eagles’ distinctive sound.

Featuring the very best from the Eagles’ repertoire including Hotel California, Take it to the Limit, Life in the Fast Lane, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado and plenty more!

One Night of Elvis starring Lee Memphis King Saturday 15th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £23

Lee Memphis King, Europe’s most successful Elvis Presley tribute artist, recreates the essence of the King with consummate ease and an almost unbelievable combination of stunningly accurate vocals and incredible passion in every performance.

Over the last 10 years as Lee has toured his ‘One Night of Elvis’ he has picked up numerous accolades and has headlined and sold out some of the most prestigious venues across the UK and beyond. In August 2016 Lee completed a sell out concert tour of Israel, performing to over 8000 fans.

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Marcus Brigstocke Devil May Care Sunday 16th Sept - 8pm Tickets: £16

A new stand up show from multi-award winning comedian Marcus Brigstocke. Snowflake, Nazi, Remoaner, Trot, Libtard, Brextremist, Feminazi, Piers Morgan.

As we divide each other up into more and more unpleasant categories of evil, it is time to establish, once and for all, what is good and what is bad. Who better to arbitrate in these challenging divisive times than Lucifer himself?

Age 16+

Blake The Anniversary Tour Wednesday 19th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets £21 / £20 conc

Celebrating 10 Years of Singing Together. Brit-Award-winning vocal trio Blake return in 2018 with a special UK tour, celebrating 10 years together. The show features songs from their brand-new 10th anniversary album including Elgar’s ‘Nimrod’, the Beatles’ ‘Here There and Everywhere’, ‘Somewhere’ from West Side Story & the classic ‘Caruso’, along with all the band’s popular anthems in powerful three-part harmony. With over 600 concerts performed in the UK alone, along with more than 150 TV appearances worldwide (including Graham Norton, The One Show & Strictly Come Dancing) Blake continue to thrill audiences young & old all over the globe; don’t miss them as they celebrate a decade of singing.

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Voce presents Musica 10 Year Anniversary Tour Friday 21st Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £12 / £10 conc

Voce (Vo -chay), in Italian, simply means Voice. Singing ‘Popular Music with a Classical Twist’, Voce (Phil McIntosh, Chris Warby, Iain Nicholson & Mark Johnson) invite their audience to enjoy music from the likes of Il Divo, Christina Perri, Luciano Pavarotti, Snow Patrol, Alfie Boe, Elton John, Andrea Bocelli, Elvis, Josh Groban, Russell Watson, Take That, Hits of the West End and more, with their crisp, stylish and entertaining delivery.

Voce are excited to invite their audience to a night filled with song and laughter, as they celebrate their 10th anniversary with their tour ‘Musica’. They’re also thrilled to be joined by the children from Act One Youth Academy.

The Christians Plus support Saturday 22nd Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £22 / £21 conc

Described as “the Temptations in ripped jeans ……” by one rock critic, the Liverpool band’s infectious melodies and warm harmonies had a deep emotional undercurrent. Feeding on accusations, protest, despair and even self-doubt, their “socially aware soul” made a big impact on the complacent music scene of the late 80s. The band’s name came from the surname of the three brothers that were originally in the line-up (Garry, Russell and Roger Christian) and was also, coincidentally, their songwriter/guitarist/keyboards player Henry Priestman’s middle name.

Age 12+

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Jamie Raven Making Magic Monday 24th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £20 / £18 conc Child £14 (under 16)

Jamie Raven burst onto an unsuspecting world during the 2015 series of Britain’s Got Talent. His magic amazed audiences and even made Simon Cowell exclaim “I now finally believe in magic!” en route to reaching the final and finishing, in his own words, as “Top Human”

His appearances on Britain’s Got Talent and other subsequent performances have now been seen over 450 million times online and Television, making him one of the most watched magicians in the world today.

The Shaolin Warriors Wednesday 26th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £25 / £24 conc

Direct from China, the legendary Shaolin Warriors return, punching, kicking and tumbling in a dynamic spectacular. This is more than a Kung Fu show; it’s a traditional strength through adversity story. Rarely seen Buddhist meditation meets deadly martial-arts prowess as 20 Kung Fu masters depict the journey from a child’s monastery initiation to achieving fully fledged warrior status.

Marble slab smashing, balancing on sharp metal spears, incredible synchronization and proficiency with 18 traditional weapons, stunning scenery, atmospheric music and spectacular lighting and costumes Manager’s Always a pleasure to welcome such combine in a “must-see” for adults and a fantastic show, especially one children alike. Pick of normally too big for our size theatre the Season

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The Tina Turner Experience Thursday 27th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £21 / £19 conc

This fully live energetic show charts the life and career of one of the worlds iconic performers. Full of hits like “Private Dancer”, “Nutbush City Limits”, “Proud Mary”, “River Deep Mountain High” and “Let’s Stay Together” to name but a few, this show is the ultimate night out.

The concert style show features a 7-piece band making this the only completely live touring tribute to this multi award winning legend.

Powerful vocals, backing singers and fabulous professional dancers with electrifying dance routines make The Tina Turner Experience Simply the Best.

GO NOW! The Music of The Tribute Friday 28th Sept - 7.30pm Tickets: £22.50

GO NOW! The Music of The Moody Blues, is an opportunity for fans to experience this timeless music… live. The Supergroup of world class musicians, singers and songwriters (formerly known as Legend of a Band) meticulously recreate the elegance of a Moody Blues concert. In this show, all the classic hits are celebrated, including , Go Now, , Legend of a Mind (’s Dead), I Know You’re Out There Somewhere, Question, Isn’t Life Strange – plus Forever Autumn and a show-stealing rendition of Eve of the War from Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds.

MALCOLM MOORE TIM MARPLE James Blunt MICK WILSON Natalie Imbruglia GORDY MARSHALL Westlife PATRICK DUFFIN 10cc The Moody Blues Jersey Boys ELO The War of the Worlds Hairspray

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Morecambe Warblers AOS presents SPAMALOT Tuesday 2nd to Saturday 6th Oct - 7.15pm Saturday 6th Oct - Matinee - 2pm Tickets £12 Tues / £14 all other nights Matinee £10

Lovingly ripped off from the hugely successful 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail, loosely based on the legend of King Arthur and Camelot! Winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best New Musical the hilarious Spamalot was written by Eric Idle and has a sumptuous musical theatre score including Monty Python’s “Always Look On The Bright Side of Life!”

Monty Python’s Spamalot is presented through special arrangement with, and all authorised performance materials are supplied by, Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), Third Floor, 122-124 Regent Street W1B 5SA. www.theatricalrights. co.uk.

Tim Vine Sunset Milk Idiot Friday 12th October - 8pm Tickets: £24

Hey people! It’s Tim Vine back on tour, telling lots of silly new jokes, showing off new homemade props, singing some new daft ditties, and all with the appearance of confidence. The following subjects will be touched upon briefly: pixie football, ice cream and nibble feeders. Come along, sit down, and laugh. The quantity won’t let up. This is comedy without a message. What an odd person. What a lot of nonsense. What else is he going to do? ‘Sunsets are in the sky, milk’s nice, and I’m an idiot.’

Age 12+

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Dracula By Bram Stoker Adapted by Jane Thornton and John Godber 13th, 14th, 18th, 19th, 20th Oct - 7.30pm Tickets: £10 / £9 conc

Lancaster present an adaption by Jane Thornton and John Godber of the most chilling story of all time. Dracula takes the audience on a fast moving journey from the remote wilderness of Yorkshire to a vast ruined castle near London.

As a sudden and mysterious storm whips the coast of England, a young woman sleepwalks along the edge of the harbour entrance, abandoned except for an immense dog and fifty boxes of grave dust. The Transylvanian Count Dracula has arrived in England. Join us in the race to end Dracula’s lustful power, if there is still time….

Suggs: What a King Cnut - A Life in the Realm of Madness Wednesday 17th October - 7.30pm Tickets: £28.50

Due to huge popular demand, after his first tour-de-force, smash hit, sell out tour, ‘My Life Story’, Suggs is treading the boards again with a brand new show.

If the first show was about how on Earth he got there, Suggs: What a King Cnut is about the surprises that awaited him when he did.

With help from Deano his trusty pianist, he tells his story in words and music with the help of some Madness classics and a couple more what he wrote all on himself.

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This Is Me – The Greatest Show Monday 22nd Oct - 3.30pm & 7pm Tickets £25 / £23 conc

“Ladies and Gents this is the moment you’ve waited for”

Inspired by the hits from the “The Greatest Showman” one of the best selling films of all time!

It’s time to celebrate the incredible music with friends and family and SING A LONG to your heart’s content.

All the greatest hits performed by a talented cast. Featuring live musicians, spectacular special effects, autistic friendly lighting and magical circus acts on a mesmerising stage set.

Russian National Ballet Swan Lake Tuesday 23rd Oct - 7.30pm Tickets: £22 / £20 conc Under 16 £14

After the sold-out performances of Nutcracker last year, Russian National Ballet is back to the UK with the most famous Ballet of all time. Swan Lake is one of Tchaikovsky best works featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music and breath-taking dance.

Swan Lake is full of mystery and romance and has captured the imagination of timeless generations over the years, and continues to attract worldwide audiences, young and old.

A wonderful evening out from which you will cherish memories for a long time.

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Private Parts Live Wednesday 24th Oct - 7.30pm Tickets: £21.50 VIP £50 (Limited Number)

For the very first time TV stars Jamie Laing and Francis Boulle are coming to a theatre near you! The two loveable gents are treading the boards with their live, laugh- a-minute extravaganza developed from their hit podcast PRIVATE PARTS. They have promised to share all the intimate and sordid details of their private lives, including gossip from both on and off the screen, so don’t miss out on a truly hilarious evening and an opportunity to meet them after the show too!

VIP tickets include: A premium seat in the auditorium / An exclusive meet and greet after the show with Jamie and Francis / A personally signed poster / A chance to have a selfie with the boys

Age 14+

One Man Stranger Things: A Parody Thursday 25th Oct - 7.30pm Tickets: £21

Talented Canadian actor Charles Ross single-handedly recreates season one of the Netflix sensation; all the characters, dialogue, special effects, music & eggos in one superb, upside-down show.

Charles Ross and TJ Dawe grew up in the ‘80s, addicted to adventure movies. They went on to co-create a number of parody shows, including One Man Lord of the Rings which got the official seal of approval from Sir Ian McKellen and One Man Star Wars, which has been performed over 1200 times in more than 180 cities across four continents.

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Daliso Chaponda Friday 26th October at 8pm Tickets: £15

Britain’s Got Talent and Amanda Holden’s golden buzzer act, comedian Daliso Chaponda has announced his debut stand up tour for 2018 entitled ‘What The African Said…’. The Malawian born stand up was a stand out star from this year’s show, capturing the nation’s hearts and garnering over 8 million Facebook views and 9 million on Youtube. The ‘What The African Said…’ tour takes in 31 dates across the UK starting on 8th February at Nottingham’s Glee Club and culminating on 27th April at Edinburgh’s Queens Hall. Daliso has also just been confirmed for his own Radio 4 series entitled Daliso Chaponda: Citizen Of Nowhere.

Age 16+

Happy Feet Theatre School presents That’s Entertainment 2018 Saturday 27th Oct - 7.00pm Sunday 28th Oct - 3.00pm Tickets: £10 / £7 child

The Happy Feet Theatre School are very proud to present their extravaganza of dance and musical theatre, showcasing students in many spectacular numbers . The show is produced by principal Sarah Ellis who trained at the exceptional Laine Theatre Arts, she was awarded the BBO scholarship for ballet for two consecutive years and has had a fourteen year career in television and live theatre . You will see the work produced by Happy Feet and their amazing students in an exciting show as they take to the stage ready to dazzle in “That’s Entertainment 2018”

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Robert Temple Tuesday 30th October - 7.30pm Tickets: £19 first 6 rows / £16 thereafter

Join leading hypnotist Robert Temple on a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud and hysterical ride to the centre of your imagination! This is YOUR chance to become the star of this unforgettable show. Forget tired old pocket watches and people clucking like chickens – “The Hypnotist: Live & Outrageous” is a cutting-edge, thrilling show featuring incredible hypnosis and never before seen side splitting sketches… which are guaranteed to tickle the very naughtiest parts of your mind . Whether you want to take part or just laugh at the people who do – this WILL be one of the funniest shows you’ll see this year… so don’t miss out.”

Age 18+

Tabby McTat Wednesday 31st October 2pm and 4.30pm Tickets: £12 Adult / £10 Child Groups 10 plus £8.50 / Schools £8.50, buy 10 get 11th ticket FREE.

Tabby McTat is a cat with the loudest of meee-ews and a best friend with a guitar. Together they sing their favourite songs delighting the crowds, until one day Fred disappears. Separated and alone, Tabby finds shelter and a new life with all the home comforts that any cat could dream of. However, memories of his life with Fred haunt him, and he sets off to search the streets for his long-lost friend. Interwoven with original songs, Tabby McTat is the heart-warming tale of friendship and loyalty from the team behind Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales.

Suitable for children and families of all ages.

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Sara Pascoe LadsLadsLads Friday 2nd Nov - 7.30pm Tickets: £18 / £14 conc

Always honest, always regretting it later, Sara opens her heart and mouth again to share the adventures of the last year. Full of jokes, hope and white wine LadsLadsLads is the thinking person’s stag do*.

Following a sell-out run in London’s West End, the multi-award-winning comedian and star of Live at The Apollo, , QI and Taskmaster, takes her new show on tour.

*please please do not bring an actual stag do, PLEASE. Do bring a polite friend, your mamma, someone you hope to seduce or a book for the interval.

from the producers of “A Viennese Strauss gala” Magical Mozart by Candelight Saturday 3rd Nov - 7.30pm Magical Tickets: £21 / £19 conc From the producers of A Viennese Strauss Mozart Gala, this sumptuous fully costumed show by immerses us in the wonderful music and the classical baroque world of one of the world’s Candlelight greatest romantic composers- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

With beautiful settings, costumes, lighting, and of course candles, the European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past.

A packed programme of classical music and song, which includes excerpts from the most memorable of Mozart’s operas, such as: With “Spirit” The Magic Flute / The Marriage of Figaro / The European Baroque Ensemble Cosi Fan Tutte, and many more.

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Jason Byrne You Can Come In, But Don’t Start Anything Sunday 4th Nov - 8pm Tickets: £19.50

The ‘Outright King of Live Comedy’ (The Times) Jason Byrne is on the road again for more comedy chaos. Strap in as Jason takes you on a trip of mad routines alongside some proper bonkers stunts. As seen on ‘Live at the Apollo’ (BBC1), ‘The Royal Variety Show’ (ITV1), ‘Don’t Say It bring It’ (Dave), ‘Wild Things’ (Sky) and recently seen judging ‘Ireland’s Got Talent’ (TV3). He’s truly ‘unmissable’ (Evening Standard) and “Consistently brilliant” (The Metro) . Everyone is welcome in every town (unless you’re under 14, in which case come back when you’re older).

Age 14+

VETO Presents Helter Skelter Monday 5th Nov - 7.30pm Tickets: £14 / £10 conc

On August 10th 1969, under the instruction of Charles Manson, 21 year old Susan Atkins murdered actress Sharon Tate. VETO returns with their sell-out show Helter Skelter – Helter Skelter is a biopic exploration of Susan Atkins and her descent into becoming one of the most notorious serial killers in American history. VETO questions whether Susan was innately born to kill, or if she was manipulated into becoming a killer at the hands of Manson, the infamous man of the 1960’s who signalled the end of the ‘Hippie’ movement.” “Viewers are left with an almost mind- numbing emptiness with the shocking experience of what is an amazing exercise performed by an amazing cast - SCAN”

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Psychic Sally 10th Anniversary Tour Tuesday 6th Nov - 7.30pm Tickets: £25

World renowned psychic, television and theatre star and the UK’s favourite award winning medium Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her phenomenal interactive 10 year anniversary show. Sally’s jaw dropping show has attracted amazed reviews from theatre goers and psychic fans. The messages from beyond come thick and fast. Funny, entertaining, touching, sometimes heart-breaking, often controversial; The 10 year anniversary tour showcases the phenomenal ability of the nation’s best loved medium.

Please be aware this is for entertainment purposes.

You Win Again - Celebrating the Music of the Bee Gees Wednesday 7th Nov - 7.30pm Tickets £24 / £22 conc

Direct from London’s West End, You Win Again – Celebrating The Music of The Bee Gees. Prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular. Join us for this breath- taking concert spectacular, taking you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, How Deep is Your Love?, Jive Talkin’, Tragedy, Islands in the Stream, Grease, If I Can’t Have You and many more! This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.

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Stewart Francis Into the Punset Thursday 8th Nov - 8pm Tickets: 18.50

The star of ‘Mock the Week’, ‘Live at the Apollo’ and ‘Crackerjack’ embarks on a brand-new show, in this, his last tour EVER!!! See him before he heads off, INTO THE PUNSET.

“One of the funniest comedians in the world.” Craig Ferguson, CBS’ Late Late Show.

Age 16+

The Greatest Hits of Motown How Sweet It Is Friday 9th of November at 7.30pm Tickets: £25 / £23 conc

Now in its 17th successive year, this stunning 100% live show combines first class music with the slickest choreography and an amazing band, to deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown experience you will ever have!

This show will have you Dancing On The Ceiling, with songs from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley Brothers, Edwin Starr and many, many more.

The ULTIMATE celebration of the sweet sound of Motown. Let’s Get Ready to Go Loco, Down in Acapulco

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Lancaster Red Rose Amateur Operatic & Dramatic Society My Fair Lady Tuesday 13th Nov to Saturday 17th Nov - 7.15pm. Saturday Matinee - 2.15pm Tickets: £15 / Child £10

Eliza Doolittle is a Covent Garden flower seller who, inspired by Henry Higgins’ boast he could change her social status by teaching her to speak correctly, turns up at his door asking for lessons to fulfil her dream of working in a flower shop. Featuring “With A Little Bit Of Luck”, “Wouldn’t it be Loverly”, “I Could Have Danced All Night”, “On the Street Where You Live” and “Get Me to the Church on Time”.

Book and Lyrics by ALAN JAY LERNER Music by FREDERICK LOEWE Adapted from George Bernard Shaw’s Play and Gabriel Pascal’s Motion Picture “PYGMALION”

Chris Ramsey Live 2018 The Just Happy To Get Out of The House Tour Saturday 24th Nov - 7.30pm Tickets: £20

Critically acclaimed and award winning Stand Up comedian, host of his own TV entertainment show and Stand Up show on Comedy Central, Celebrity Juice regular and the only person to ever put Katie Hopkins in her place; Chris Ramsey brings his BRAND NEW 2018 live tour to venues this autumn following a sell-out spring run. Snap up tickets up as soon as you can!

Age 12+

Box Office 01524 64695 Traditional Family Panto: Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 26th, 29th, 30th Dec - 2.30pm 7th, 14th, 19th, 21st, 27th, 28th Dec - 7.30pm 16th Dec - 11am & 3pm Tickets: £10 / £9 conc / Family £35 (2 adults plus 2 children) Christmas Eve and Boxing Day: £11 / £10 conc / No Family Tickets

Lancaster Footlights present the ultimate traditional family Pantomime adventure – “Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood” is coming to Lancaster Grand for the first time. See one of the most famous outlaws ever, Robin Hood, as he tries to win the hand of the beautiful Maid Marion and along with his Merry men strives to outwit the evil Sheriff of Nottingham’s plan to get rid of the “Babes in the Wood” – the King’s niece and nephew – so that he can claim their fortune. There are plenty of songs, dances and laughter with lots of audience participation – plenty of jokes, boos and hisses for all the family. Enjoy the stunning scenery, special effects and superb costumes…. this is a Christmas Treat not to be missed. December 2018

Rich Hall’s Hoedown Thursday 6th Dec - 8pm Tickets: £17

Rich Hall’s critically acclaimed new show begins its second leg of touring. There has never been a better time to be an American comedian in the UK. Hall’s precision dismantling of the tenuous relationship between two countries is as freewheeling and deadly accurate as ever. His BBC Four documentaries, most recently Rich Hall’s Countrier Than You and Rich Hall’s Presidential Grudge Match and BBC Radio 4 series Rich Hall’s (US Election) Breakdown have built him a new legion of followers, as has appearances on Have I Got News For You and QI. But if you’ve only ever seen Hall on TV, you’ve short-changed yourself.

Age 14+

Puss In Boots - Adult Panto Saturday 8th to Wednesday 12th Dec - 8pm Tickets: £20

‘The cat’s out of the bag! The Adult Panto team will be creating holiday havoc at the Grand Theatre for 5 nights in December 2018 with the titillating tale of Puss in Boots. Will our heroes have a cat in hells chance of defeating the bad guys and saving the day? Find out in this fun festive treat that’s a purrrrfect night’s entertainment. 12 Sell Out years so be like the cat that got the cream and get your tickets now!’

Age 18+

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Hal Cruttenden: Chubster Friday 25th Jan - 8pm Tickets: £18

Hal’s literally filled our screens recently on Have I Got News For You, The Apprentice: You’re Fired, Bake Off: Extra Slice, and Live at the Apollo. His daughters chose the title of his new stand-up show. He’s now on a diet.

***** ‘On top form’ - Edinburgh Evening News ***** ‘He had the audience in stitches’ - Daily Record **** ‘Hilarious’ - Evening Standard **** ‘ Hugely talented’ - The Times **** ‘Go and see Hal Cruttenden’ - Daily Mirror

Let Me Entertain You – The Story Friday 1st Feb - 7.30pm Tickets: £24 / £22 conc

Lancaster Grand Theatre are pleased to welcome back JK as Robbie Williams with his stage show Let Me Entertain You. If you have seen the show before then you will know to buy tickets early and expect an incredible atmospheric night of entertainment. Be captivated by the world of our greatest pop star Robbie Williams in this full stage production, celebrating the music of our UK born icon with huge stage sets, a host of talented musicians, state of the art video and that hint of Robbie magic.

Tickets sell quickly; so for your chance to see the most spectacular stage production celebrating the music of the most awarded UK artist in history, then book now! Coming Up 2019 Gift Vouchers Ballet Theatre UK presents Beauty and The Beast Sunday 10th Feb - 3pm Tickets: £17.50 / £15.50 conc £10 under 16’s Are there times when you just do

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The vouchers are available from Box Office and on line and the denominations are 20, 10 & 5.

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£10 £20 £5 £20

The vouchers are redeemable for up to 12 months. The vouchers are redeemable for up to 12 months. Theatre Tour

You are invited to take a guided tour of the third oldest 236 years of continually operating theatre in England. Originally built in 1782 during the reign of George III and rebuilt in 1908 to its history in the current Edwardian style, you will hear about its long and lively history and how it has developed into what you see Gem of the today. A backstage and front of house tour is yours for the taking during which you will see the ornate auditorium and Northwest for the wonders of the hidden, functional world behind the curtain. Stand on the stage and see what it looks like to be a the taking! performer! Hear about the people who ran the Grand over the years, what they did to it and who has appeared here. If you are lucky, you may even see the ghost!

Theatre Tour : Saturdays 28th July at 12 mid day / 25th August 10am / 15th Sept 10am 20th Oct 10am / 24th Nov 10am / 15th Dec 10am Tickets: £5 Full / £2.50 Child

Footlights

Footlights Youth Footlights Footlights is a thriving amateur drama Membership of Footlights is open to any group which takes a professional young person above the age of 9. The approach to its work. We first started annual fee is £10 for anyone under 18 years performing in the 1920’s, and purchased and/or in full time education. Being a the Grand Theatre in 1951, saving it from member of Youth Footlights gives you the demolition. We currently produce four chance to be cast in one of the Footlights plays per year at the Grand Theatre, productions- the ‘family show’ in June including a traditional Christmas and the Panto in December, as well as the pantomime which is specifically aimed at opportunity to be involved with a beautiful family enjoyment and a Family production 460 seat venue, meet new people, make in the summer. new friends, and increase your skills and confidence. You can join Footlights for just £15 per year for adults and £10 for juniors and students. Props Hire We have a large membership, but with We have an extensive store of props and a theatre to run, a full season of plays to furniture (not scenery or sets) which we are cast, sets to build, backstage and front- happy to loan out. Visit www.lancastergrand. of-house staff to find etc. We are always co.uk for more information. looking for new faces and fresh ideas and talents. Why not come and join us? You’d be very welcome.

Box Office 01524 64695 Visiting Us

From the M6 Motorway Access Leave the M6 motorway at Junction 34 Wheelchair spaces are available in the and follow the signs to Lancaster. On Theatre with wheelchair access to the joining the one way system keep in the left side of the theatre. If you require a carer to hand lane. Turn left onto Pheonix Street, attend a performance with you we have a then turn right onto St Leonardsgate. limited number of free carer tickets for each Postcode: LA1 1NL performance. Please speak to box office when booking your tickets. To find out more Public Transport about our access facilities please contact Lancaster Grand Theatre is only a few box office on 01524 64695. minutes walk from Lancaster Bus Station and Lancaster Train Station. Hearing Loop Lancaster grand theatre is fitted with a Where to Eat hearing loop to assist people with a hearing When producing a Lancaster Grand disability. The hearing loop is accessed by Theatre ticket you will receive 10% off your setting your hearing aid on to the T setting. bill at The Borough, The Britannia and The greatest benefit is gained by sitting in The Lodge and 20% deal for Royal Kings the stalls area and nearest to the side isles. Arms. For every ticket produced these The Grand theatre has a new sound system restaurants will donate back £1 to our New and many of our audience now find that Foyer appeal. combined with modern hearing aids there is better clarity with hearing aids on normal Parking audio setting. During some performances The main car park next to Lancaster Grand the hearing loop has to be switched off Theatre is Upper St Leonardsgate (01). Flat because of interference caused by electric Rate Evening charge applies. guitars. We hope this information is useful and improves your enjoyment of the Grand Hiring the Grand theatre performances. Lancaster Grand Theatre seats 460 people and is available to hire. Please contact the Theatre Manager on 01524 845230 for more information.

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Lancastergrand.co.uk How To Book

By Phone 01524 64695

Online Lancastergrand.co.uk

In person Box Office open Monday to Saturday 10am – 3pm

Concessions Discounted tickets are available for OAPs, students and children

Purple Card Offers are available with Purple Card. Please check http://purple.lusu.co.uk

Tickets You can now collect, print at home or have your tickets posted to you (posted-at a small cost). Tickets are available for collection during Box Office opening hours Monday to Saturday 10am-3pm, or 30 minutes before the performance starts..

Seating Plan

Please note the AA seats and the boxes have restricted view

Contact the Box Office to book a box ( minimum 3 people )

Box Office 01524 64695 Seat Sponsorship

How would you like your name, a loved one’s, a friend’s or even your company name on an engraved plaque, placed on a seat in the beautiful Lancaster Grand Theatre?

This scheme helps us raise much needed funds to help finish the restoration and improvements of our lovely historic theatre. The plaque with your inscription will remain on the seat as long as the theatre stands, for all to read.

For further details please contact the Box Office on01524 64695 Lancaster Grand Theatre Patrons

Elkie Brooks is an English singer and solo artist. She gained her biggest success in the late 1970s and 1980s and has been nominated twice for Brit Awards. Born is Salford, she is known for her powerful husky voice and hit singles such as “Pearl’s a Sing”, “Lilac Wine”, “Don’t Cry Out Loud” “Fool (If You Think It’s Over)” and top- selling album Pearls.

Bernard Cribbins OBE is an English character actor, voice-over artist and musical comedian. Bernard is probably best known for being the Narrator on children’s television show, The Wombles. Cribbins was born in Oldham, Lancashire and has appeared in many television programmes including Fawlty Towers and The Avengers.

Lisa Riley is an English TV Presenter and actress. Born in Bury, Lisa is probably best known for her role as Mandy Dingle in Emmerdale as well as being a presenter on You’ve Been Framed! Lisa has also toured the country with various plays including The Naked Truth and Calendar Girls. Currently Lisa is a panellist on ITV’s Loose Women.

Kevin Kennedy played the character of Norman Watts (known as Curly Watts) between 1983 and 2003 in the Coronation Street television series. He then took a break from acting and released an album with his band the Bunch of Thieves, on the RCA Records label. Born in Wythenshawe, he later returned to Coronation street. Kevin played at the theatre in the Xtra Factor and liked us so much, that he wanted to be a Patron, good news for us!

Jane Horrocks is an English stage, film and television actress. Jane is probably best known for the roles as Bubble and Katy Grin in Absolutely Fabulous. Horrocks is also well known for her performance in The Rise and Fall of Little Voice which was later adapted into the screen adaption, Little Voice. She was born in Rawtenstall, Lancashire and continues to support Theatre in Lancashire by being a Patron of Lancaster Grand Theatre.

If you would like to become a Patron of the Lancaster Grand Theatre, please contact Ellie Singleton on 01524 845230.

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Green Lane, Ellel, Lancaster, LA1 4GJ | 01524 844 822 Rated number one on TripAdvisor as the best hotel in Lancaster. Lancaster House is a place to savour the good things in life. The Proposed New Foyer Foodworks Restaurant Come and try our award winning restaurant whether you are celebrating a birthday, anniversary or simply wanting a home-cooked Sunday Roast. Sandpiper Health Club Lancaster Grand is very compact considering its 460 seat capacity. It has an extremely Offers a range of facilities for guests and members alike, a 50ft swimming pool, sauna, small foyer and bar and being 236 years old, it was not designed with disabled access in outdoor hot tub, steam room, beauty salon and fitness suite. mind. Following the decision by Lancaster City Council to redevelop the area around the Membership prices start from £48.00 per month. theatre, it was decided that now was the time to build a new foyer to provide additional space. The original “glass box” ideas have been progressively developed and led to the current stunning design. The computer generated image shows what it will look like. Events This year we’ve got lots going on, from gripping murder mysteries, port and The foyer will benefit theatre goers, the community and the long term future of the cheese nights, board game events and much more! theatre by: englishlakes.co.uk/lancaster-house/events Increasing circulation space

Show your Lancaster Grand Theatre ticket to receive 10% discount on rooms, food & drink. Greatly improving disabled access using a wheelchair platform lift

Providing additional space to allow the theatre to host conferences and seminars

Creating a space for studio productions, small community groups and by schools as a teaching area

Providing accessible coffee and alcohol bars at street level.

Providing additional income to help to ensure the theatre’s continued operation for generations to come

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