Nottingham Playhouse - Upcoming events http://www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/rss/ Upcoming events at Nottingham Playhouse en-gb <![CDATA[Danza Contemporanea de Cuba]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 World famous, but rarely seen outside of Cuba, this breathtaking company bring the heat and passion of Cuba to Nottingham Playhouse.

Friday 18 - Saturday 19 May at 7.30pm

Tickets: £14, £16, £18, £20

Reviews: rv. Four Stars **** Fast, funny and furious...cheekily subversive ,rn. Daily Express , ,rv. Four Stars **** Gifted, gorgeous Cubans...you'll find them a very welcome ray of tropical sunshine ,rn. Daily Telegraph , ,rv. Four Stars **** An exotic hybrid of contemporary, classical and Caribbean styles ,rn. The Guardian

<p><strong>Please note the start time is at 7.30pm <span class="caps">NOT</span> 8.00pm as stated in our spring 2012 brochure. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused.</strong></p> <p>Danza Contemporánea de Cuba returns to Nottingham following sold-out shows in 2010.</p> <p>World famous, but rarely seen outside of Cuba, this breathtaking company of 21 dancers brings the heat and passion of Cuba to the stage with an eclectic mix of contemporary dance fused with Afro-Caribbean and Spanish styles.</p> <p>For these performances audiences will be treated to a triple bill of works including a rare opportunity to see the stand-out hit of 2010’s programme, George Céspedes’ <em>Mambo 3XXI</em> and the world premiere of a piece by renowned choreographer Itzik Galili.</p> <p>The company also perform a world premiere of <em>Carmen?!</em> Kenneth Kvarnström&#8217;s cheeky, playful interpretation of <em>Carmen</em> with music from Bizet.</p> <p>With more than 280 premieres under its belt since its formation in 1959, Danza Contemporánea de Cuba remains the country’s flagship modern dance company.</p> ]]> 2012-05-18T19:30:00 2012-05-19T19:30:00 <![CDATA[Nottingham Theatre Dance School]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 The 2012 showcase presented by Nottingham Theatre Dance School.

Sunday 20 May at 7:00pm

Tickets £10

<p>Students of Nottingham Theatre Dance School present their Showcase 2012 which promises to be an excellent evening’s entertainment produced by Principal Jane Moreton. Students from age 3 years to adults will perform Classical Ballet, Modern Dance, Jazz Dance, Musical Theatre and Tap Dance, showcasing the versatility of their dance and theatre training.</p> ]]> 2012-05-20T19:00:00 2012-05-20T19:00:00 <![CDATA[Roots]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 A revolutionary play bursting with humour, imagination and compassion by one of the greatest playwrights of our generation.

Wednesday 23 May - Saturday 2 June

Tickets: £7.50 - £26.50 (Matinees £7.50 - £12)

Production Company: Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company in a co-production with Colchester Mercury Theatre present

Director: Andrew Breakwell

Author: Arnold Wesker

Reviews: rv. An absorbing production ,rn. The Stage , ,rv. Natasha Rickman doesn’t disappoint (as Beatie Bryant)...It’s a performance of great sensitivity, even maturity, from a young actress just at the start of her career * * * * ,rn. What’s on Stage , ,rv. This superbly constructed Kitchen Sink Drama is a real window on the changing lifestyles of the fifties. ,rn. Essex Chronicle , ,rv. (A) lovingly crafted production * * * * ,rn. The Public Reviews

<p>1959. Norfolk. Beatie Bryant returns home after three years in London. She has fallen in love with Ronnie and passionately believes she has escaped her rural roots through the love and education of a good man. </p> <p>As her family anticipate Ronnie’s arrival, Beatie talks about London and her new-found ideals, but they are Ronnie’s words, not hers. Will she ever find her own voice?</p> <p><em>Roots</em> is a revolutionary play bursting with humour, imagination and compassion by one of the greatest playwrights of our generation. A must-see for all lovers of modern classics.</p> <p><strong>Sponsored by</strong> Nottingham City Transport</p> <p>Designer <strong>Jane Linz-Roberts</strong><br /> Lighting Designer <strong>David Phillips</strong><br /> Sound Designer <strong>Adam McCready</strong></p> <h2>Special Events</h2> <p><p>Both events are <strong>free</strong> just call the Box Office on 0115 941 9419 to reserve your space. </p> <p>Thursday 24 May, 12pm &#8211; 2pm<br /> Playroom</p> <p>Rehearsed reading of the final part of The Wesker Trilogy <em>I&#8217;m Talking About Jerusalem</em> to celebrate the Playwright&#8217;s 80th birthday. </p> <p>Friday 1 June, 1pm &#8211; 2pm<br /> Playroom</p> <p>Share the highs and lows of the unmarried mother, the mother who never was, the failed mother and the Earth Mother in Wesker&#8217;s <em>Four Portraits &#8211; Of Mothers</em>.</p> ]]> 2012-05-23T19:45:00 2012-06-02T19:45:00 <![CDATA[Granny's Big Top Tale - SOLD OUT]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Family friendly show for all to enjoy.

Saturday 26 May at 11am & 2pm

Tickets: £7, Children £6

Production Company: Little Pixie Productions presents...

Age Rating: 3+

<p><strong>Please note this show has sold out. For returns please call the box office on 0115 941 9419.</strong></p> <p>Nominated for the 2011 Buxton Festival Fringe ‘Best Show For Families’ Award. When Granny Flo and little Ruby win golden tickets to go to the circus… anything can happen, and probably will! </p> <p>Granny’s Big Top Tale has all the fun of the circus, with clowns, acrobats and the world’s greatest strongman (who isn’t very strong). A hilarious show for the whole family.</p> ]]> 2012-05-26T11:00:00 2012-05-26T14:00:00 <![CDATA[Stewart Francis - Limited Availability! ]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 The star of Mock The Week, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and Live At The Apollo, brings his fantastic and hilarious new show to Nottingham Playhouse.

Sunday 27th May at 7.30pm

Tickets: £17.50

<p><strong>Limited availability &#8211; please call the box office on 0115 941 9419</strong></p> <p>The star of <strong><em>Mock The Week</em></strong>, <strong><em>Michael McIntyre&#8217;s Roadshow</em></strong> and <strong><em>Live At The Apollo</em></strong>, embarks on a brand new tour with a fantastic and hilarious new show!</p> <p>&#8220;A brilliant comic brain&#8230; this stand-up cracks some of the best one liners I&#8217;ve ever heard&#8221; &#8211; <em>The Guardian</em> </p> <p>&#8220;Perfectly crafted gags&#8221; &#8211; <em>Sunday Times</em></p> <p>For further information <a href="http://stewartfrancis.com">click here</a></p> ]]> 2012-05-27T19:30:00 2012-05-27T19:30:00 <![CDATA[Craig Campbell ]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 An internationally acclaimed act, Craig's whimsical travel anecdotes surprise and amuse.

30 May 2012 at 8pm

All tickets: £12.00

Duration: 1h20 with interval

Reviews: rv. Bringing a tale to life like a young Billy Connolly' ,rn. Edinburgh Evening News , ,rv. Craig is simply a very, very funny man." ,rn. Chortle ,

<p>Following his hugely successful 2011 show, Craig Campbell Live has been extended into summer 2012. Craig&#8217;s unique ability to find humour in the mundane, coupled with his own natural eccentricity makes for truly inventive storytelling. </p> <p>An internationally acclaimed act, Craig&#8217;s whimsical travel anecdotes never fail to surprise. </p> <p>&#8220;Bringing a tale to life like a young Billy Connolly&#8221;<br /> Edinburgh Evening News</p> <p>&#8220;Craig is simply a very, very funny man.&#8221; <br /> Chortle</p> ]]> 2012-05-30T20:00:00 2012-05-30T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Isy Suttie - CANCELLED]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 Event Cancelled

1 June at 8pm

£12

Reviews: rv. A real gem ,rn. The Guardian , ,rv. A voice you want to swim in ,rn. The Independent , ,rv. Touching comedy told with affection ,rn. The Sunday Telegraph , ,rv. Far and away the best stand-up I have seen at this year's Edinburgh Fringe ,rn. Daily Mail

<p>Please note that due to unforeseen circumstances this show has now been cancelled. If you have already purchased tickets for this show please contact our box office as soon as possible by calling 0115 941 9419. </p> <p>We apologise for any inconvenience caused.</p> <p>Many thanks</p> <p>Nottingham Playhouse, 11-5-2012</p> ]]> 2012-06-01T20:00:00 2012-06-01T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Francesca Martinez]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 Hilarious comedy from the Edinburgh Festival award winning comedian.

Saturday 2 June at 8pm

Tickets: £14 (Concessions £12)

Reviews: rv. Hilarious and deeply moving ***** ,rn. Metro

<p>Fresh from winning an award at the Edinburgh Festival, ‘wobbly’ comedian Francesca Martinez brings her hit show to Nottingham! What happens when you’re branded ‘abnormal’ in a world obsessed with normality? This show is Francesca’s defiant, insightful and fascinating answer…</p> ]]> 2012-06-02T20:00:00 2012-06-02T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Andrew Motion]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Andrew Motion introduces 'Silver' the eagerly anticipated sequel to Treasure Island.

Thursday 7 June at 8pm

Tickets: £13 (concessions £11)

Age Rating: 15+

Reviews: rv. Compelling, simple and mysterious ,rn. Sunday Times

<p><strong>Andrew Motion,</strong> Poet Laureate (1999-09), introduces his eagerly awaited sequel to Treasure Island &#8211; <strong><em>Silver</em></strong> &#8211; featuring a cast of noble seamen, murderous pirates and tales of love, valour &amp; terrible cruelty. </p> <p>He also reads from his latest book of poems, <strong><em>The Cinder Path</em></strong> (Faber) shortlisted for the Ted Hughes Award for New Work in Poetry, <strong><em>Laurels and Donkeys</em></strong> on conflicts from 1914 to the war in Afghanistan, his acclaimed autobiography <strong><em>In The Blood &#8211; A Memoir of My Childhood</em></strong> and answers questions about his writing and the role of Poet Laureate. Followed by book signing.</p> ]]> 2012-06-07T20:00:00 2012-06-07T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Shake The Dust]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Passion for the spoken word

Saturday 9 June

Workshops Free, Performance £5

<p>Nottingham Playhouse, Writing East Midlands and Mouthy Poets in association with Apples and Snakes present Shake the Dust: Regional Final.</p> <p>Young poets across the East Midlands have the chance to show off their ‘slamming skills’ in the regional final of Shake the Dust, a national celebration of the power of spoken word.</p> <p>Shake the Dust is part of the London 2012 Festival, a spectacular 12-week nationwide celebration running from 21 June until 9 September 2012 bringing together leading artists from across the world with the very best from the UK.</p> <p>Young people from across the East Midlands have worked with leading performance poets to help them write, craft and devise performance poems which will be showcased as part of tonight’s regional final.</p> <p>The highest scoring team from this event will go on to represent the East Midlands at the National Shake the Dust Weekend.</p> <h2>Workshops, 4pm &#8211; 6pm<p> </h2> <p>Twilight, writing and performance workshops including an open-mic, will be led by the Mouthy Poets with special guest writers and artists and are open to anyone with an interest in the spoken word. </p> ]]> 2012-06-09T18:30:00 2012-06-09T18:30:00 <![CDATA[A Lifetime Guarantee]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 The story of the Raleigh factory and one extraordinary tandem.

11 June, 7.30pm

Studio £2.50

Production Company: The Raleigh Players

<p>Some say it’s lace that made Nottingham, and some say Robin Hood, but everyone across the world has heard of a Raleigh bicycle</p> <p>A Raleigh bike is a beautiful thing. And it’s the people of Nottingham that made them. A Lifetime Guarantee tells the story of the Raleigh factory where so many people in Nottingham worked over so many years and the tale of one quite extraordinary tandem!</p> <p>This will be a lively show, full of films and fun and people from across the ages. Some of what you will see has never been seen before, and it’s jam packed with the kind of tiny details that will make you leave knowing what it was that made Raleigh bicycles so great.</p> ]]> 2012-06-11T19:30:00 2012-06-11T19:30:00 <![CDATA[Buddy Holly & The Cricketers]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Buddy’s classics plus the greatest hits from the legends of the 50s and 60s.

Wednesday 13 June at 7:30pm

Tickets: £16 (Concessions £14)

Reviews: rv. The audience were dancing in the aisles and roaring for more. ,rn. The Stage , ,rv. Terrific fun...Great performances. ,rn. Exeter Express and Echo , ,rv. Thanks for a great show which really did have the audience rocking in the aisles. ,rn. Carl Amos, Bedford Corn Exchange

<p>Buddy Holly wrote some of the most enduring rock and roll classics;<br /> <em>That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy!, True Love Ways, Peggy Sue, Rave On</em> and many more.</p> <p>From an era when the stars worked together and influenced each other this show features all of Buddy’s classics plus the greatest hits from the legends of the 50s and 60s including Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Eddie Cochran, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, The Everly Brothers, Little Richard and The Beatles.</p> <p>Starring some of the finest and most talented actor-musicians in the business, whose combined West End credits include Buddy, Lennon, Return to The Forbidden Planet, Jailhouse Rock and Sunday In The Park With George, this fast, furious and funny roller-coaster of a concert always has audiences on their feet singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles.</p> ]]> 2012-06-13T19:30:00 2012-06-13T19:30:00 <![CDATA[Kevin Dempsey and Rosie Carson ]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 This icon of British Folk Music is joined by the brilliant Irish-American fiddler and singer Rosie Carson.

Wednesday 13 June at 8pm

Tickets: £10

<p>Guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer Kevin Dempsey is an icon of British Folk Music. For this performance he is joined by the brilliant Irish-American fiddler and singer Rosie Carson. Rosie’s playing combines lyricism with dexterity and her voice is captivatingly beautiful.</p> ]]> 2012-06-13T20:00:00 2012-06-13T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Andy Zaltzman]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 Zaltzman comes to Nottingham Playhouse following a storming 2011 Edinburgh Fringe run.

Thursday 14 June at 8pm

Tickets £10

Reviews: rv. Political comedy at its best! ,rn. Sunday Times

<p>The disenfranchised masses of the world have risen against oppression, teamed up with technology, and fought for freedom. Zaltzman taps his coffee table in approval, and wonders if he’d have the balls to do likewise. Co-star alongside John Oliver of worldwide smash hit podcast The Bugle, regular on <span class="caps">BBC</span> 5Live’s 7 Day Sunday, <span class="caps">ESPNC</span>ricinfo.com’s leading satirist, Zaltzman comes to the Playhouse following a storming 2011 Edinburgh Fringe run.</p> ]]> 2012-06-14T20:00:00 2012-06-14T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Live and Local]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 A collection of live music from Nottingham's finest musicians.

Friday 15 June at 7:30pm

Tickets: £8 (concessions £6)

<p>Join us for an evening of chilled out and truly enchanting live music from <strong>MuHa</strong>, <strong>Frankie Rudolf</strong> and <strong>The Golden Troubadours</strong> who will showcase some of the best contemporary folk, world, blues and indie sounds coming out of our great city.</p> <p><strong>MuHa</strong> </p> <p>Stemming from eastern roots MuHa layers and mixes the sounds of different traditions, influenced by the multicultural society that they inhabit in the UK. The band is a great live act, entertaining with musicianship and engaging with audiences through a variety of languages and catchy grooves. </p> <p>Combining the melodic beauty of Eastern European folklore, North Indian Kathak rhythms, Cuban beats, Western European influence and original lyrics from Hindi to old Russian and modern Ukrainian, they mesmerize with a musical feast rooted in the Slavonic tradition but cultured from the world. </p> <p><strong>Frankie Rudolf</strong> </p> <p>South African born Frankie Rudolf is one of Nottingham&#8217;s young up and coming singer/songwriters. He takes inspiration from the likes of Ben Howard, Coldplay and Bombay Bicycle Club which has influenced his sound, helping to create a distinctive style which he describes as being &#8220;somewhere in between soulful acoustic &amp; indie folk.” </p> <p><strong>The Golden Troubadours</strong> </p> <p>The Golden Troubadours are a dreamlike acoustic band from Nottingham who write unique soulful songs with shades of flamenco, folk, soul and blues performed with passion and feeling, which leave the heart-strings lovingly played.</p> <p>With wistful, and often souring, vocals from Matthew Taylor, layered atmospheric guitar playing from both Lee Noon and Jade Bowman that compliments the beautifully melodic bass lines of James Pheasant and the percussion of Jason Allum, The Golden Troubadours are a wonderfully balanced group of musicians that blend all their skills into a silky, smooth sound, telling stories of love, hate, rejection and hope.</p> <p><em>&#8220;An EP that conjured images on sun-kissed shore, doubly welcome at this time of year. A Joy.&#8221;</em> <strong>LeftLion</strong></p> <p><em>&#8220;Beautiful acoustic music.&#8221;</em> <strong>Nusic</strong></p> <em>&#8220;Professional outfit with a chilled-out sound.&#8221;</em> <strong>Arts in Leicester</strong> ]]> 2012-06-15T19:30:00 2012-06-15T19:30:00 <![CDATA[You Haven't Seen Nothing Yet]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Musical comedy with a host of guests.

Saturday 16 June at 7:45pm

Tickets: £15

<p>A star-studded new musical comedy featuring Wayne ‘Dibbi’ Rollins, Orin Lewis <span class="caps">OBE</span>, Tippa Irie, Teddy Bear and a special guest appearance by international soul artist, Junior Giscombe alongside emerging soul songstress Bashiyra. </p> <p>This laugh-out-loud comedy drama set in a Jamaican Church, boasts a brilliant selection of soul, funk, reggae and gospel songs. A must-see show for all the family. </p> ]]> 2012-06-16T19:45:00 2012-06-16T19:45:00 <![CDATA[Liam O'Kane]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 Liam O'Kane is a Nottingham based singer-songwriter and the lead singer of Ska/Reggae band Jimmy the Squirrel.

Saturday 16 June at 8pm

Tickets £7, Concessions £5

<p>Liam O’Kane is a Nottingham based singer-songwriter and lead singer of ska/reggae band Jimmy the Squirrel who play a raw and rootsy organic brand of acoustic ska, reggae &amp; folk.</p> <p>Influenced by the likes of Joe Strummer, Bedouin Soundclash and Tim Armstrong, Liam’s music is a mixture of up-tempo and melodic songs with vocal harmonies.</p> <p>You can check out Liam on YouTube:</p> <p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ET5RdqKCfwU">The Beat on the <span class="caps">BBC</span></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8PsK_lWNws&amp;feature=related">Trent FM Future Session 16 &#8211; Jimmy the Squirrel</a> </p> ]]> 2012-06-16T20:00:00 2012-06-16T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Journey to Joy - CANCELLED]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Experience the energy, magic and suspense of African celebratory rituals.

Sunday 17 June at 7pm

Tickets: £17.50, Concessions, Students and Under 16s £12.50

<p><strong>Please note that due to unforeseen circumstances this event has been cancelled. If you have already purchased tickets for this event, please contact our Box Office on 0115 941 9419. We apologise for any inconvenience caused</strong></p> <p>Come and experience the energy, magic and suspense of African celebratory rituals.</p> <p>Birth, cleansing, courtship, war and death are all marked and celebrated by drumming, dancing, magic and feats of acrobatics. This will be an unforgettable evening, one when your imagination will be transported to the heart of Africa.</p> <p>Presented by Masai Cultural Arts.</p> ]]> 2012-06-17T19:00:00 2012-06-17T19:00:00 <![CDATA[Reduced Shakespeare Company]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Experience a marathon of madness and mayhem that sees the world's great sporting events shrunk down to theatrical size.

Friday 22 June at 7.45pm and Saturday 23 June at 2.30pm & 7.45pm

Tickets £20 (£18), Groups 8+ £16, Bargain Seats £10, Matinee Family Ticket* £60

Duration: 1h50m

Reviews: rv. Extremely smart and funny ,rn. Broadway World , ,rv. Cracker Jack. It's hard not to grin all night. ,rn. Washington Post , ,About the Reduced Shakespeare Company: , ,rv. They are irrepressible. Genuinely funny! ,rn. The Times

<p>The &#8220;bad boys of abridgement&#8221; are back in the UK following a highly successful run in New York and a sell-out US tour.</p> <p>In this exclusive tour ahead of the show’s West End premiere, the entire history of athletic competition is revisited in a marathon of madness and mayhem that sees the world&#8217;s great sporting events shrunk down to theatrical size.</p> <p>Among the many questions answered: Is darts really a sport? What does <span class="caps">NASCAR</span> stand for? Why do Americans insist on calling a contest in which only they compete the &#8220;World Series&#8221;? What about wife carrying, extreme ironing and bog snorkelling? Which is more boring – baseball or cricket? Who invented curling and synchronised swimming – and why are they in the Olympics? </p> <p>Whether it&#8217;s the ancient cavemen or the Classical Greeks, the Romans, the Elizabethans or the modern sports media, The Complete World of Sports (Abridged) brings you all the emotion, the drama and the scandal of sports…</p> <p>Every sport ever played on every continent in the entire history of the world in under two hours!</p> <p>Let the games begin!</p> <p>*A matinee family ticket is for two adults and two children.</p> ]]> 2012-06-22T19:45:00 2012-06-23T19:45:00 <![CDATA[Vikki Stone & David Morgan]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 An evening of comedy enterainment with Vikki Stone, joined by David Morgan.

Friday 22 June at 8pm

Tickets: £10

Reviews: On Vikki Stone... , ,rv. Clever, catchy stuff...funny, fresh...A woman to watch. **** ,rn. Kate Copstick, The Scotsman , ,rv. The Bette Midler of the Adele generation **** ,rn. Sunday Herald , ,rv. Hilarious and Brilliant! ,rn. Heat Magazine , ,rv. Musical comedy genius! ,rn. Absolute Radio , ,On David Morgan... , ,rv. Will be a major name in the near future. ***** ,rn. One4Review , ,rv. Catch this boy in action while you can. **** ,rn. ScotsGay , ,rv. David Morgan will be a big, big act in years to come. **** ,rn. Fringe Review. , ,rv. His charisma and fresh face suggest a straight-to-TV career trajectory. **** ,rn. EdinburghIsFunny.

<p>Award winning comedian, singer and musician Vikki Stone (as seen on <span class="caps">ITV</span>&#8217;s This Morning, BBC3’s Britain in Bed and MTV’s Flashprank) makes her first appearance in Nottingham with the follow-up to her award nominated debut. Also joined by David Morgan and his brand new show, it&#8217;s set to be an evening full of laughs from two of the best up and coming comedy stars.</p> ]]> 2012-06-22T20:00:00 2012-06-22T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Hare and Tortoise]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 An enchanting new adaptation of Aesop's well known story.

Saturday 23 June at 11am & 2pm

Tickets: £7, Children £6

Production Company: tutti frutti presents...

Age Rating: Ages 3-7

<p>Two unlikely friends compete in the greatest race on earth in this enchanting new adaptation of Aesop’s much loved fable. From sun-shining spring to snow-falling winter, it’s a story about racing, opposites, time and friendship.</p> ]]> 2012-06-23T11:00:00 2012-06-23T14:00:00 <![CDATA[Kalagora]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 Indian-born poet Siddhartha Bose explores the megacity with a collective mix of theatre, poetry and video.

Saturday 23 June at 8pm

Tickets: £9 (Concessions £6)

Reviews: rv. Five stars ***** ...a thoroughly original, ingenious one-man production. It remains the most mesmerising play I have had the pleasure of seeing. ,rn. Broadway Baby , ,rv. Four stars **** A surreal one-man show [...] like a mash-up of Allen Ginsberg and Salvador Dali. ,rn. Three Weeks , ,rv. An extraordinary odyssey. ,rn. Julian Sands, BBC Radio 4 , ,rv. A one-man tour–de-force. ,rn. Scots Gay , ,rv. Kalagora is a hymn to cities, to their richness, their colour, their noise, sprawl and energy. ,rn. Exeunt , , , , ,

<p><strong>Kalagora</strong> is a coming-of-age journey across three continents, splicing poetry, theatre and video. Written and performed by Indian-born poet Siddhartha Bose and featuring music by Bollywood composer Pankaj Awasthi, Kalagora exposes the shock of the megacity.</p> ]]> 2012-06-23T20:00:00 2012-06-23T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Matthew Bourne's Early Adventures]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Britain’s favourite choreographer presents a triple bill of acclaimed early works that launched his career.

Wednesday 27 June at 7.30pm and Thursday 28 June at 1.30pm & 7:30pm

Tickets £22, (£20 Concs), Groups 10+ £18, Bargain Seats £15, Matinee £18 (£16 Concs)

Duration: The show has a running time of two hours including two intervals of 15 minutes

Age Rating: Suitable for 12+

Reviews: ,

<p>As part of New Adventures 25th anniversary celebrations, Britain’s favourite choreographer presents a triple bill of acclaimed early works that launched his career.</p> <p><strong>Spitfire</strong> was Bourne’s first hit in 1988; it hilariously places the most famous 19th Century Ballet showstopper in the world of men’s underwear advertising.</p> <p><strong>Town and Country</strong> from 1991 gave Bourne and his company their first Olivier nomination. Remembered as the piece that crystallized the Bourne style; gloriously witty and ironic, but also strangely moving and heartfelt. It explores notions of national character from a bygone era through the evocative music of Edward Elgar, Noel Coward and Percy Grainger, amongst others. </p> <p><strong>The Infernal Galop</strong> was inspired by icons of France in the 30s and 40s. This is France as seen by the uptight English imagination, with all the traditional clichés joyously paraded for our entertainment and climaxing in Offenbach&#8217;s inevitable Can-Can!</p> <p><strong>Age suitability</strong></p> <p>Please note that the production contains scenes of a sexual nature, nudity and is not suitable for children under 12.</p> ]]> 2012-06-27T19:30:00 2012-06-28T19:30:00 <![CDATA[MADD College Nottingham presents]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 MADD college present their latest showcase of musical theatre and dance.

Friday 29 and Saturday 30 June at 7:30pm

Tickets £15, Under 16s £12.50

<p>A sizzling summer showcase of musical theatre and dance performed by the full-time students.</p> ]]> 2012-06-29T19:30:00 2012-06-30T00:00:00 <![CDATA[Angelina Ballerina - The Mousical - LIVE ON STAGE]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Everyone's favourite little star pirouettes onto the Playhouse stage in her brand new Mousical!

Thursday 5 July - Sunday 8 July

Tickets - £16. Children & concessions - £14 (Family ticket £50 -£55)

Production Company: Hit Entertainment Lmited

<p>Everyone’s favourite little star, Angelina Ballerina, pirouettes onto the stage in her brand new musical &#8211; a magical show packed full of singing and dancing. </p> <p>Angelina and her friends think their dreams have come true when Camembert Academy wins the opportunity to appear in their favourite television programme ‘Dancing With Mice!’, but when the girls and boys have very dıfferent ideas for the show and just can’t seem to agree on anything, it’s up to Angelina as Dance Captain to ensure that the show goes ahead. </p> <p>So put on your ballet shoes and join Angelina, Alice, Gracie, Viki, AJ and Marco for the most stupendous Mousical of the year! </p> <p><strong>Summer Saver Family Ticket</strong></p> <p>A family of four can see Grandpa in my Pocket and Angelina Ballerina for just £80!* Call the Box Office and quote &#8216;Summer Saver.&#8217; *T &amp; C apply. Not available online. </p> <p>Please note: when booking a family ticket online, the price displayed is per ticket. Please choose four tickets to qualify for the family ticket price with a maximum of two adults.</p> ]]> 2012-07-05T16:30:00 2012-07-08T14:30:00 <![CDATA[Grandpa in my Pocket - Teamwork!]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Grandpa in my Pocket comes to the stage for the first time!

Friday 13 July - Saturday 11 August

Tickets £16, (children & concessions £14) (Family ticket £50 - £55)

Production Company: Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company presents

Author: Mellie Buse and Jan Page

Duration: Ages 4 - 7 duration TBC

<p>Grandpa in my Pocket comes to the stage for the first time!</p> <p>A whole new &#8216;Grandpa&#8217; theatre experience for young fans of the hugely popular CBeebies television series</p> <p>Sunnysands Pirate, Horatio Heave Ho takes Jason and Jemima on a pirate adventure in search of treasure. But when things go wrong, it’s time for Grandpa to put on his Shrinking Cap and save the day. It’s Teamwork!</p> <p>A brand new story told by a young ensemble cast who bring all your favourite Sunnysands characters and places to life before your eyes. Imaginative and highly theatrical, children will fall in love with “Grandpa in my Pocket” all over again</p> <p>Director <strong>Rosamunde Hutt</strong><br /> Designer <strong>Nettie Scriven</strong></p> <p>Twitter: #grandpaandjason</p> <p><strong>Summer Saver Family Ticket</strong></p> <p>A family of four can see Grandpa in my Pocket and Angelina Ballerina for just £80!* Call the Box Office and quote &#8216;Summer Saver.&#8217; *T &amp; C apply. Not available online. </p> <p>Please note: when booking a family ticket online, the price displayed is per ticket. Please choose four tickets to qualify for the family ticket price with a maximum of two adults. </p> ]]> 2012-07-13T14:30:00 2012-08-11T14:30:00 <![CDATA[Christella]]> Playroom 0.00000000 0.00000000 Expect the musical vibes to move smoothly from Funk to Folk and RnB.

Saturday 14 July at 8pm

Tickets: £7 (Concessions and Under 26s £5)

<p>Christella is a composer and musician and has toured with Rhianna and supported Jamiroquai and Beverley Knight. This evening of intimate acoustic originals and covers is delivered by her collective of seasoned performers. Expect the musical vibes to move smoothly from Funk to Folk and RnB.</p> ]]> 2012-07-14T20:00:00 2012-07-14T20:00:00 <![CDATA[The Importance of Being Earnest]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Oscar Wilde's timeless and much loved comic masterpiece.

Friday 31 August - Saturday 22 September

Tickets: £7.50 - £27

Production Company: Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company presents

Author: Oscar Wilde

<p>Oscar Wilde&#8217;s timeless and much-loved comic masterpiece has delighted audiences since its first staging in 1895.</p> <p>Ernest loves Gwendolen. Cecily loves Ernest. What could possibly go wrong?</p> <p>Men behaving badly, mislaid babies, deliberate and accidental mistaken identities, secret engagements and some of the wittiest wordplay ever volleyed over cucumber sandwiches abound in this razor-sharp comedy of manners.</p> <p><strong>Director</strong> Giles Croft<br /> <strong>Designer</strong> Tim Meacock</p> <p><strong>Media Sponsor:</strong></p> <p><a href="http://www.smoothradio.co.uk/" target="_blank"><img src="http://i43.tinypic.com/2v8mnti.jpg" border="0" alt="Smooth Radio"></a></p> ]]> 2012-08-31T19:45:00 2012-09-22T19:45:00 <![CDATA[Al Murray]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Al Murray's back with his hilarious new show.

Monday 24 September at 7.30pm

Tickets £25.50

<p>Broken Britain may be staring into the bottom of an empty pint glass, but don&#8217;t lose hope – Al Murray The Pub Landlord is back to fill it up again, with a brand new show of epic proportions.</p> <p>Britain&#8217;s most irrepressible Innkeeper will be serving up his premier brew of ale-inspired acumen and bar-room buffoonery at Nottingham Playhouse as part of his 2012 tour, The Only Way Is Epic.</p> <p>This monumental new live stand-up show from the multi-award-winning comedian, directly follows the nationwide success of the Guv&#8217;s twice extended Barrel of Fun tour, and is sure to sell-out fast. Get your orders in now!</p> ]]> 2012-09-24T19:30:00 2012-09-24T19:30:00 <![CDATA[Sandi Toksvig Live!]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 An evening with comedian, novelist, actor, broadcaster, show-off and international treasure, Sandi Toksvig.

Saturday 29 September at 7.30pm

Tickets: £18.50

<p>Comedian, novelist, actor, broadcaster, show-off and international treasure, Sandi Toksvig, is embarking on her first major UK solo tour in years to celebrate publication of her new novel &#8216;Valentine Grey&#8217;.</p> <p>Long-standing host of Radio Four’s News Quiz and Excess Baggage and regular QI panelist, Sandi will be touring a brand new, uniquely witty evening of stand-up, stories and fascinating facts. </p> <p>Followed by a book signing.</p> ]]> 2012-09-29T19:30:00 2012-09-29T19:30:00 <![CDATA[Diary of a Football Nobody]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 A candid warts-and-all tale, based on former Notts County Dave Mcvay's hilarious memoir.

Friday 5 - Saturday 20 October

Tickets: £7.50 - £27.00 (Special Gala performance £35.00)

Production Company: Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company presents

Author: William Ivory

<p>Diary of a Football Nobody is based on former Notts County player David McVay&#8217;s hilarious memoir Steak&#8230;Diana Ross.</p> <p>This new play is written by acclaimed Nottinghamshire writer William Ivory, whose recent successes include the screen play for <strong>Made in Dagenham</strong> and his TV adaptation of D.H. Lawrence&#8217;s <strong>Women in Love</strong>.</p> <p>It&#8217;s a candid warts-and-all tale of what it was like to play football in the 1970s &#8211; a world far removed from the riches and celebrity of the modern game. Full of down-to-earth comedy and tales of boozing, bust-ups and the unique style of the legendary Jimmy Sirrel, <strong>Diary of a Football Nobody</strong> takes audiences on a light-hearted journey to a bygone age of football and marks Notts County&#8217;s 150th anniversary.</p> <p>Please note this play contains strong language throughout. </p> <p>Director <strong>Matt Aston</strong></p> <h2>Special Gala Performance</h2> <p><p>Join us for a very special performance of <em>Diary of a Football Nobody</em> on Thursday 11 October. For more information <a href="http://www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/whats-on/drama/diary-of-a-football-nobody-special-gala-performanc/">click here</a></p> <p><a href="" target="_blank"><img src="http://i41.tinypic.com/11b69ao.jpg" border="0" alt="Notts County 150 Years"></a></p> ]]> 2012-10-05T19:45:00 2012-10-20T19:45:00 <![CDATA[Diary of a Football Nobody - Special Gala Performance ]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 An opportunity to meet some of the stars from the book and play.

11 October

£35

Director: Matt Aston

Author: William Ivory

<h2>A very special performance of <em>Diary of a Football Nobody</em></h2> <p><p>Join <strong>David McVay</strong> (ex-Notts County player and author of the memoir <em>Steak Diana Ross…Diary of a Football Nobody</em>), <strong>William Ivory</strong> (writer of the <em>Diary of a Football Nobody</em> play), director <strong>Matt Aston</strong>, <strong>James Rodwell</strong> (Chief Executive of Notts County) and County players from the past, for a very special Gala performance of <em>Diary of a Football Nobody</em>.</p> <p>This year Notts County has become the first professional football club to reach its 150th anniversary, and Nottingham Playhouse is proud to be joining in with the celebrations.</p> <p>Ticket price includes the performance, a special introduction to the play, welcome drink on arrival, half-time snacks, plus the opportunity to mingle with some of the stars from the book and play. There will also be a raffle in aid of Notts County’s trailblazing Football in the Community charity programme.</p> <p>Pre-show reception from 7.00pm with the performance beginning at 7.45pm.</p> <p>For more information about <em>Diary of a Football Nobody</em> <a href="http://www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/whats-on/drama/diary-of-a-football-nobody/">click here</a></p> <p><a href="" target="_blank"><img src="http://i41.tinypic.com/11b69ao.jpg" border="0" alt="Notts County 150 Years"></a></p> ]]> 2012-10-11T19:00:00 2012-10-11T19:00:00 <![CDATA[Private Peaceful - The Concert]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Master-storyteller, and best selling author, Michael Morpurgo, joins the outstanding English a cappella trio, Coope, Boyes & Simpson in this rare performance of Private Peaceful: The Concert.

14 October, 6pm

£16 (£15 concessions, £8 for under 16s)

<p>Master-storyteller, and best selling author, <strong>Michael Morpurgo</strong>, joins the outstanding English a cappella trio, <strong>Coope, Boyes &amp; Simpson</strong> in this rare performance of <strong>Private Peaceful: The Concert</strong>. </p> <p>Based on his award-winning book, Private Peaceful combines Michael Morpurgo’s evocative readings with songs written and arranged by Coope, Boyes &amp; Simpson. The trio’s songs match and intensify Morpurgo’s inspired narration as the story of Tommo Peaceful moves between humour and tragedy &#8211; from childhood in a Devon village to the trenches of the Western Front in the First World War. </p> <p>An innovative and atmospheric production that offers a unique and timely reminder of the human cost of the war to end all wars.</p> <p>Suitable for children 10 years and above.</p> ]]> 2012-10-14T18:00:00 2012-10-14T18:00:00 <![CDATA[Greg Davies ]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 Greg Davies returns with his brand new stand-up show The Back of My Mum’s Head.

Sunday 21 October at 8pm

£20

Reviews: rv. A man destined for greatness. ,rn. Time Out , ,rv. Uplifting, enjoyable and - most of all – extremely funny. ,rn. The Sun , ,rv. Rude, substantial, heartfelt, cunning. ,rn. The Times ,

<p>Following the thrice extended sell-out success of his five star reviewed and Foster’s comedy award nominated show <strong>Firing Cheeseballs At A Dog</strong>, Greg Davies returns with his brand new stand-up show <strong>The Back of My Mum’s Head.</strong></p> <p>Since first coming to prominence as the sardonic Head of Sixth Form, Mr Gilbert, in the <span class="caps">BAFTA</span> award-winning <strong>The Inbetweeners</strong>, Greg has brought his unique brand of comedy to some of the UK’s best loved comedy shows including; <strong>Live at the Apollo</strong>; <strong>Mock The Week</strong>; <strong>Ask Rhod Gilbert</strong>; <strong>Would I Lie To You</strong> and <strong>Never Mind The Buzzcocks</strong>. </p> <p>The riotous success of his first full-length stand-up show in 2010 quickly propelled him towards becoming one of the most successful and critically acclaimed stand-ups in the UK. Don’t miss his brand new show. Book now!</p> ]]> 2012-10-21T20:00:00 2012-10-21T20:00:00 <![CDATA[Of Mice & Men]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 John Steinbeck's powerful masterpiece tells the story of two mismatched workers in search of the American Dream.

Friday 2 - Saturday 17 November

Tickets: £7.50 - £27.00

Production Company: Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company presents

Director: Giles Croft

Author: John Steinbeck

<p>This powerful masterpiece tells the story of two mismatched migrant workers in search of the American Dream. </p> <p>Armed with nothing but hope and each other, George and his companion Lennie hatch a plan to leave their life of poverty behind and make a fresh start.</p> <p>Friendships are made and life on the ranch looks good; but their arrival triggers a tragic chain of events that threatens to destroy the very dream that unites them.</p> <p>Designer <strong>Michael Vale</strong></p> <p>Presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Plays Ltd. </p> ]]> 2012-11-02T19:45:00 2012-11-17T19:45:00 <![CDATA[Robin Hood & the Babes in the Wood]]> Auditorium 0.00000000 0.00000000 He's back! Kenneth Alan Taylor stars as Nurse Nelly Noggins in Nottingham Playhouse's 29th annual pantomime.

Friday 30 November 2012 - Saturday 19 January 2013

Tickets £19 - £26.50 (Family Ticket £65)

Production Company: Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company presents

Director: Kenneth Alan Taylor

Author: Kenneth Alan Taylor

<p><strong>He’s back! Kenneth Alan Taylor returns to the stage as Nurse Nellie Noggins in his 29th pantomime at Nottingham Playhouse!</strong></p> <p>The evil Sheriff of Nottingham has hatched a cunning plan to ‘dispose’ of his niece and nephew in Sherwood Forest so that he can inherit their fortune. Can our favourite outlaw Robin Hood save the day and win the heart of Maid Marian?</p> <p>Together with Nurse Nelly Noggins and hundreds, yes hundreds of Merry Men, Robin sets out on his biggest adventure so far!</p> <p>Filled with crazy slapstick jokes, song and dance routines, stunning costumes and spectacular sparkly sets, it’s the perfect winter treat for all the family.</p> <p><strong>Designer</strong> Tim Meacock</p> <p>Please note: when booking a family ticket online, the price displayed is per ticket. Please choose four tickets to qualify for the family ticket price.</p> ]]> 2012-11-30T19:30:00 2013-01-19T19:30:00