Carriageworks Theatre, Leeds What's On autumn 2015

Sept – Dec 2015

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Welcome to the Carriageworks Theatre

I’m delighted that this November will see the Carriageworks celebrate its tenth anniversary.To mark what has been a wonderful decade for the theatre, there will be a week long celebrationto which all of Leeds is invited and pages 22 and 23 set out how you can get involved.

For half term in October the Family Arts Festival returns to provide entertainment for all ages.Let the internationally renowned Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers (24 Oct) dazzle your senses and be tantalised with home-town heroes Tutti Frutti with Snow Child (30 Oct). Proper Job Theatre tempt the night with their theatrical spectacle Nosferatu (23 Oct). Edinburgh hit Every Brilliant Thing(29 Sept), shows us in an entirely different light and, of course, don’t miss our comedy season including shining star Lucy Beaumont (17 Oct) or the literary powerhouse Mark Billingham inThe Other Half (1 Oct) alongside My Darling Clementine.

It’s a busy Autumn for all at the Carriageworks, don’t miss out on the fun!

Councillor Judith BlakeLeader of Council and Executive Member for Economy and Culture

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Leeds Civic Arts GuildLeeds Civic Arts Guild is an association of various amateur drama, music and opera companies who meet and perform regularly at the Carriageworks Theatre including:Cosmopolitan Players – Leeds Amateur Operatic Society – Leeds Arts Centre – Leeds Children’s Theatre – Leeds Gilbert & Sullivan Society – Leeds Insurance Dramatic & Operatic Society – Leeds Writers’ Circle – Leeds Youth Opera – Morley Amateur Operatic Society – Shatterproof – S.T.A.R.S – St Mary’s Youth Theatre – West Riding Opera.

Leeds Civic Arts Guild productions are highlighted with this logo:

For more information and enquiries about joining visit www.lcag.org.uk

Leeds Civic Arts Guild has an ever growing membership and you can take part too. Everyone is welcome, from old hands to complete novices. This might be the opportunity you’ve always wanted to tread the boards and become the star of the show! Or you could experience the thrill of being backstage by getting involved in lighting, sound and set building.

Join us on Sat 5 Sept for the annual Guild Awards Night. Celebrate all the hard work of our member societies over the past year and get a glimpse of what’s coming up.

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Fri 21 Aug – Thur 10 Sept Millennium Square

The Leeds International Piano Competition in association with Besbrode Pianos proudly presents Me & My Piano; a new and exciting public art installation coming to the city of Leeds this summer. Placed around the city, all the pianos are decorated by local arts organisations and community groups, and freely available for you to play. Carriageworks Theatre are decorating one to celebrate the upcoming 10th anniversary and putting it out on Millennium Square. Visit www.leedspiano.com to download your piano map and start planning your musical route through the city.

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Wed 16 – Sat 19 SeptMain Auditorium: 7pm, 2pm Sat matinee Tickets: £13 (£10 concession)Family ticket: £40

LIDOS present

A Night atthe OscarsLIDOS presents an evening of music, song and dance from some of your favourite film musicals including Billy Elliott, Footloose, Guys and Dolls, Mamma Mia, Singing in the Rain and Sister Act.Join us for ‘Opening Night’ where you will hopefully feel the ‘Electricity’; after all this will be much better than whatever is on the ‘Telly’!We promise to ‘Make ‘em Laugh’ and ‘Spread the Love Around’ and you’ll leave saying ‘Oh, What a Night!’ and ‘Beggin’ for more.

Wed 16 – Sat 19 SeptUpstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45pm Tickets: £10.50 (£8.50 concession)

Leeds Art Theatre present

Futureproof ‘Don’t you see? That’s the hook! That’s the thing the townies will want to see. The difference’Welcome to Robert Riley’s Odditorium;a travelling freak show that boasts mermaids, conjoined twins, and the worlds fattest man. Now the good times are over; advances in science have made these natural marvels into abominations and no one wants to see the show.They’re poor, directionless and they’ve just had to eat the horse; but Robert Riley is not put down so easily. If they don’t want to look at the freak show any more, he’ll give them miracles...the miracle of change.


Snowline Media Ltd present

Ocean Film Festival World Tour

Wed 23 SeptMain Auditorium: 7pm Tickets: £12.50 (£11 concession)

The Ocean Film Festival showcases the world’s most amazing ocean films from above and below the water’s surface – letting you immerse yourself in the wonders of the ocean without getting your feet wet!Brought to you by the producers of the Banff Film Festival UK Tour, this extraordinary collection of short films documents the beauty and power of the ocean. Celebrate the divers, surfers, swimmers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray, who chase the crests of waves and who marvel at the mysteries of the big blue.

Inspiring and thought-provoking, The Ocean Film Festival takes you on a journey across the globe, showcasing the huge waves of Australia, diving with sharks off the coast of Africa and heading north to the far reaches of the Arctic Circle.Visit www.oceanfilmfestival.co.uk for more details.Photo © Chris Burkard

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Thur 1 OctMain Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)

SVN present

The Other HalfMark Billingham & My Darling Clementine

A rundown Memphis bar. Lust, murder and domestic horror. That long and difficult search for… The Other Half.The third event in our Northern Accent series, features award-winning crime writer Mark Billingham and leading country duo My Darling Clementine who have come together to present a dark and glorious mix of song and story. A unique collaboration between the leading lights of crime fiction and country music.A show to die for.www.northernaccent.org.uk


Tues 29 Sept Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)

Paines Plough and Pentabus Theatre Company present

Every Brilliant Thing By Duncan Macmillanwith Jonny Donahoe

You’re six years old. Mum’s in hospital.Dad says she’s ‘done something stupid’.She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a list of everything that’s brilliant about the world. Everything that’s worth living for.1. Ice cream2. Kung Fu movies3. Burning things4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out your nose5. Construction cranes6. MeYou leave it on her pillow. You know she’s read it because she’s corrected your spelling. Soon, the list will take on a life of its own.A new play about depression and the lengthswe will go to for those we love.#EveryBrilliantThing

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Sat 3 OctMain Auditorium: 3pm Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concession), £6 (no concession)Family ticket: £34Age 5+

Fri 2 OctMain Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)

Fol Espoir present

Instructions for American Servicemen in BritainIt’s 1942 and a horde of Yankee servicemenhave just arrived in England – where the localsspeak a strange dialect, boil all their food,and talk endlessly about the weather.The Americans see the Brits as a strangerace. Judge for yourself in a night ofjoyous laughter and downrightsilliness as a crack team ofexperts attempt to explainthe rules of British life.

Science Mania Ltd present

Science Blast – The Great Scientists Part 1Professor Kaos presents his brand newfamily show Science Blast – the show thatlikes to blow stuff up!Meet 9 of the world’s top scientists, see theirdiscoveries and vote on who you think is thegreatest. Experience lasers, lights, experimentsand explosions in a family show where we wantYOU to get involved.Warning – The show includes flashing lights, loud noises and cheese sandwiches!


Fri 9 OctWhole Venue: 6pm – 10pm

Leeds City Council present

Light Night Experience Art in the Dark!Light Night invites you to comeand explore Leeds with your family and friends as the city centre comes alive with spectacular light shows, installations, performances and exhibitions. Have fun and explore spaces you’ve never been to before, or see some familiar places in a very different way.Carriageworks Theatre will be hosting a range of events and activities, so pop along duringthe evening to explore the venue. As darkness falls, come and experience the city in a new light!www.lightnightleeds.co.uk

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Wed 7 OctUpstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45pm Tickets: £10.50 (£8.50 concession)

Wed 7 OctMain Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)

Jeffrey Holland (Hi-de-Hi, You Rang M’Lord) stars in this one-man show about friendship, memories and a couple of remarkable lives. Set in the bedroom of a sick Oliver Hardy, the show takes place during Laurel’s visit to the dying man. Recounting their past success as the comedy double act Laurel and Hardy, this is a humorous and touching look at one of the great cinematic partnerships of the last century.

‘Spellbinding and magically,timelessly funny’THE STAGE

‘Simple, smart and sublimely performed’BROADWAYBABY.COM

www.myfriendmrlaurel.co.uk

Madeline Shann present

Little TerrorsLittle Terrors is a look at our unpredictable worldthrough the eyes of someone who is afraid ofeverything from clowns to climate change androllercoasters to robot uprising. This one-womanshow uses dance, comedy, storytelling and anymeans necessary to explain why life is terrifying.A funny, poignant and ultimately hopeful look atour relationship with our fears and how the cowardlycan find courage.

‘A treat. Just the sort of thing that audiences are crying out for’TOM RODEN, NEW ART CLUB

‘A convincing and sincere performance; her movement strong and comedic characterisation faultless’THE PUBLIC REVIEWS

KPS Productions & The Finishing Touch Company present

…And this is my friend Mr LaurelBy Gail Louw and Jeffrey Holland


Sat 10 OctMain Auditorium: 8pm Tickets: £17.50

Avalon present

Jenny Eclair: How To Be A Middle Aged Woman (Without Going Insane)Professional grumpy old woman, Splash survivor, amateur soup maker and novice knitter; Jenny Eclair is younger than Madonna but eats crisps and likes wine.Semi-bearded and suffering from outbreaks of gout and hysteria, Eclair puts middle age under the microscope and decides whether to laugh, cry or buy a dachshund! You are most welcome to join her, just button your cardi up properly and wipe that lipstick off your teeth.

‘Ruthlessly funny’THE TIMES

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Tues 13 – Fri 16 Octand Thur 5 – Sat 7 NovMain Auditorium: 7pm Tickets: £9 (£7 concession) £6 groups of 20+

Carriageworks Theatre is thrilled to welcome local talent to the stage as part of the Shakespeare Schools Festival. Each night four schools will perform four different Shakespeare plays. Come and celebrate the achievements of our local school children whilst enjoying a wonderful evening of entertainment. See Shakespeare performed as you’ve never seen it before!The Shakespeare Schools Festival is the UK’s largest youth drama festival and enables over 1,000 primary, secondary, and special schools to stage abridged Shakespeare productions in their local professional theatre. 35,000 young people will take to stages across the UK.

‘What a fantastic evening! Lots of amazing new talent in our community. Enjoyed every minute of it!’AUDIENCE MEMBER, WEST LONDON, 2014

Details of participating schools and the plays they are performing can be obtainedfrom the Box Office.


Tues 13 – Sat 17 OctUpstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45, 2:45 Sat matineeTickets: £13

Leeds Gilbert & Sullivan Societypresent

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeA group of youngsters gather at the Putnam County Spelling Bee, each desperate to win. Over-achiever Marcy’s bored of success; burgeoning activist Logainne wants to impress her gay dads; Leaf believes he’s not smart enough to be there; former champ Chip is distracted by puberty; William is hyperallergic and shy Olive’s best friend is the dictionary. Join this unlikely group of quirky heroes as they compete at the Bee, sharing their dreams and struggles along the way. Contains adult themes.

Sat 17 OctMain Auditorium: 8pm Tickets: £12

Avalon present

Lucy Beaumont:We Can Twerk it OutBBC New Comedy Award winner,Chortle Best Newcomer and star of BBC 3’sLive at the Electric, Lucy Beaumont presentsher hugely anticipated debut show.Spend an hour in Lucy’s universe withher unique blend of surreal, offbeathumour and big belly laughs.Foster’s Edinburgh Comedy Award2014 – Best Newcomer Nominee

‘She’s got the timing of Les Dawson... an absolute natural’JOHNNY VEGAS

www.lucybeaumont.com

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Wed 21 – Sat 24 OctUpstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45pm Tickets: £11 (£9 concession)

Cosmopolitan Players present

Walk On, Walk OnWalk On, Walk On, by Leeds writer Willis Hall, takes place during the course of a match towards the end of the 1976 football season. It is a match of vital importance for the somewhat uninspired record of a West Yorkshire Third Division club – and it also affects the lives and fortunes of several of the people connected with it.By the end of the afternoon and of the match – more than the future of the club itself has been decided.


Fri 23 Oct Main Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £12.50 (£10.50 concession)

It’s one hour before dawn On the blood dark sea the ship is barely moving There’s a sail as torn as a shattered shirt Something is aboard the ship…With a mixture of breathtaking illusions and trickery, an original musical score and a libretto from the acclaimed poet Ian McMillan, this production, from award winning Proper Job Theatre, promises to live long in the memory. Nosferatu tells the dark and mysterious tale of the sailors in Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula, as they journey from Varna to Whitby with an unknown cargo.

‘…simply be advised that this is fantastic theatre’THE LIST

Proper Job Theatre Company present

Nosferatu

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Sat 24 OctMain Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £18 (£16 concession) £10 under 16s

Mugenkyo Taiko DrummersThundering rhythms on huge taiko drums, mysterious masked choreography with inventive lighting, muscular synchronisation timed to perfection, post-apocalyptic martial imagery and infectious belly laugh humour – all in a spellbinding display of sheer athleticism. Feel the energy and experience the power of this unique performance.As the most successful touring taiko drum group on this continent, Mugenkyo celebrate their 21st year on the road, creating a contemporary look and sound, fusing the traditional spirit of taiko with a modern stage performance that has captivated audiences everywhere…

‘Just when you think it could not get any more powerful, it doubles in intensity. This show is not one to be missed’EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS

www.taiko.co.uk


Adapted for the stage by the Blunderbus team, with music and lyrics by Frank Goodhind.Plop is a baby barn owl. He lives at the top ofa tall tree, in a field. He is fat and fluffy.He has big round eyes and very knackety knees. Plop is exactly the same as every barn owlthat has ever been – except for one thing.Plop is AFRAID of the DARK.One day, Mr Barn Owl suggests that Plop fly down into the world and find out about the darkfor himself. So, Plop climbs out of his nest-hole, peeps over the edge, wobbles a bit, andfalls off his branch. And this is where Plop’s adventure begins...Follow Plop’s adventures as he journeys intothe night-time world of campfires, fireworks,starry nights and moonlit adventures.This gentle, reassuring tale is brought to life with an irresistible blend of music, puppetry and storytelling. Written especially for small peopleaged 3-7, and grown-ups who still sleep with the light on.Come join us, – it’s going to be a hoot!

‘Packs charm in bucketloads’THE STAGE

‘Totally captivating’THE PRIMARY TIMES

Wed 28 OctMain Auditorium: 11am & 2pm Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concession), £6 (no concession)Family ticket: £34Age 3+All tickets include a pre-show activity hour

Blunderbus Theatre Company present

The OwlWho Was Afraid ofthe Dark Based on the bestselling children’s classicby Jill Tomlinson

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Metta Theatre present

The King of Tiny Things

Tues 27 OctMain Auditorium: 2pm Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concession), £6 (no concession)Family ticket: £34Age 3+All tickets include a pre-show activity hour

One magical midsummer’s night two sisters huddle together, fearful of what the darkness holds, when a mysterious winged creature appears and leads them on a moonlit adventure. Together they rescue juggling slugs, contortionist worms, and a trio of acrobatic baby bats. But while the girls are busy being brave they overlook their winged friend, the King of Tiny Things, who needs their help most of all. Can they save him in time?

Starring four of the world’s most exciting circus artists, Metta Theatre bring Jeanne Willis and Gwen Millward’s enchanting story spectacularly to life with circus, puppetry and song. Fun for all the family.

‘Extraordinary... magical’ LIBBY PURVES


tutti frutti and York Theatre Royal present

Snow ChildBy Emma Reeves

The first snow falls. Watching the village children play, a lonely couple yearn for a child of their own. They build a small figure from the ice and snow, and wish very, very hard… until the strength of their longing brings the magical snow child to life before their eyes!tutti frutti are thrilled to bring you writer Emma Reeves’ new play following her huge success with her adaptation of Jacqueline Wilson’sHetty Feather (West End) and her TV triumphs; Tracy Beaker and The Dumping Ground.

‘tutti frutti never fails to create inspired and imaginative work and whether you are 5 or 50, you will always enjoy their shows’YORKSHIRE TIMES 2014

Image © Jessica Knight

Fri 30 OctMain Auditorium: 2pm Tickets: £9.50 (£8.50 concession)£6 no concessionFamily Ticket: £34All tickets include a pre-show activity

Just Fair Laughs present

Thur 29 OctUpstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:45pmTickets: £8 (£5 concession)Age 12+

Cutting Edge Stand-Up Comedy with a 12A certificate. Come and watch top comedians from theUK Comedy Circuit clean up their act.Hosted by Preston’s very own funnyman Tony Vino ( The Scotsman). Well aware of social and political issues, Tony mixes friendly well thought out observational humour with audience interaction and quick witted responses.

‘Uplifting style, great delivery and consistently funny throughout’ BBC MANCHESTER

‘Life affirming comedy’ BBC1 HEAVEN & EARTH SHOW

See website for the up to date line-up.

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Wed 28 OctUpstairs @ the Carriageworks: 2:30pm & 7:30pmTickets: £10.50 (£8.50 concession)Age: 12+

Odd Doll present

RED RUSTA richly evocative and visually stunning puppetry performance, RED RUST explores the inner world of a grandmother.As Grandmother slowly trawls the past behind her, an army of nurses comically try to keep her life organized (despite getting sewn up, painted and even thrown around stage by the puppeteers!).Beautiful, choreography and live harp combine to create a production that is guaranteed to awaken your imagination, spark discussion and stimulate the senses!


Thur 5 – Sat 7 NovUpstairs @ the Carriageworks: 7:30pm Tickets: £12 (£9 concession)

Leeds Arts Centre present

The Birthday PartyBy Harold Pinter

Premiered in 1958, the play has been called a ‘comedy of menace’. Nothing that is said is verifiable, and is often contradicted.Stanley Webber’s world is shattered by the arrival of two strangers at the house wherehe lodges with Meg and Petey Boles.Moving from mundanity, through menace,to terror, Stanley gradually loses control of his life to the sinister Golberg and McCann.

Wed 4 NovMain Auditorium: 7:30pm Tickets: £20 in advance (£22 on the door)

ARC – www.thegigcartel.com present

Hugh Cornwell – Original Stranglers FrontmanAs the original guitarist, singer and main songwriter in the British rock band The Stranglers, Hugh Cornwell has enjoyed massive success with 10 hit albums and 21 Top Forty singles, etching himself into Europe and the USA’s musical psyche with classic songs, including Peaches, No More Heroes, Golden Brown, Nice N’ Sleazy, Always the Sun and Duchess.Cornwell’s latest studio album TOTEM AND TABOO was released to rave reviews. Recorded at Electrical Audio Studios in Chicago, the album was engineered and mixed by the legendary Steve Albini.

‘UK punk’s dark lord’ DAVID FRICKE/ROLLING STONE

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WEDNESDAY 11 NOVEMBER

7:30pm Performance: 10 Years Together

THURSDAY 12 NOVEMBER

6:30pm Taster Class: Belly Dancing


FRIDAY 13 NOVEMBER

6:30pm Taster Class: Lindy Hop


SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER – OPEN DAY

10am Venue Tour: Melding the old with the new

10am Workshop: 5 Senses of Theatre with Interplay

11am Workshop: Make Your Own Animal Puppet with Odd Doll

12pm Venue Tour: Melding the old with the new

1pm Workshop: Devising Theatre with The Paper Birds


2pm Workshop: Introduction to Puppet Manipulation with Odd Doll

2pm Performance: Carriageworks Young Theatre Makers


4pm Workshop: Songs of Solidarity with Red Ladder

5pm Performance: Carriageworks Young Theatre Makers



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Performances10 Years Together – A night of story and song bringing together talent from across Leeds through Carriageworks Theatre and the Leeds Civic Arts Guild.Tickets: £12.50(£10.50 concession)Carriageworks Young Theatre Makers –Brand new show created by our 16s to 19sgroup giving their perspective on the anniversary celebrations.Tickets: £6.50(£4.50 concession)Additional information for both shows will be available on our website closer to the event.

Venue ToursGuided tours of our weird and wonderful half Victorian half modern venue with a story or two along the way.Tickets: £5

Taster ClassesJoin in with some of our regular classesfor a special treat, great for beginners.Free entry with a ticket to 10 YearsTogether.

WorkshopsCarriageworks Theatre is proud to offera range of creative workshops bysome of our favourite local theatrecompanies. All workshops are 2 hours long and must be booked through our Box Office.Tickets: Free

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Wed 18 – Sat 21 NovMain Auditorium: 7pm, 2pm Sat matineeTickets: £12 (£10 concession), £10 no concessionFamily ticket: £40£1 off for tickets booked before 25 Oct

St Mary’s Youth Theatre present

Whistle Downthe WindWhistle Down the Wind tells the story of a young Louisiana girl who finds a mysterious stranger hiding in her barn. When she asks his identity – the first words he utters are ‘Jesus Christ’; and it’s as if all her prayers have been answered. While the townspeople are determined to find the escaped felon, she and her friends vow to protect him from the outside world. The original feel-good musical which will have audiences of all ages entranced.

Thur 26 – Sat 28 NovMain Auditorium: 7:30pm, 3pm Sat matineeTickets: £14 (£12 concession)

Leeds Children’s Theatre present

The Magic ScarfThe North Wind ‘borrows’ Tingles’ scarfand is in no hurry to return it. Without itTingles can’t return to the land of Ice andSnow. What will poor Tingles do?Join Lee, Sandy and Tingles as they embark on an adventure to rescue Tingles’ scarf with the help of a very unusual Christmas Fairy called Goldie. Can they outwit the cunning Scarecrow, defeat the Wicked Witch and win back the scarf? Or, will the children miss Christmas altogether?www.TheMagicScarf.infoLeeds Children’s Theatre (1935-2015)


CYTM develops young people’s skills as actors, writers and directors through the creation of original productions.Led by professional theatre director, Ruth Cooper, the members do more than just learn lines and blocking – they learn to portray their own lives, thoughts and imaginations on stage. In creating a new play, CYTM work as an ensemble, developing teamwork and performance skills and increasing their knowledge of working in live theatre.They form a supportive group in which their creativity is nurtured and they are offered a genuine platform for their ideas.Members in Group B may choose to work with Ruth to earn a Bronze or Silver Arts Award.Get in touch to join in!Email [email protected] or call 07891 272410For more information, please visitwww.carriageworkstheatre.org.uk

CarriageworksYoung Theatre MakersCarriageworks Young Theatre Makers (CYTM) are young people aged between 10 and 19 who meet weekly in three groups to create new theatre with a unique voice.

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Paul Holman Associates and Leeds City Council present

Director: David McNeillMusical Director: Marc YarrowChoreographer: Clare Kennedy

Leeds’ TraditionalPantomime

Friday 4 December 2015 –Saturday 9 January 2016

911’s

LEE BRENNAN

Back by popular demand

JEZ EDWARDS

STEPHENRICHARDS


It’s a jewel encrusted family pantomime set to dazzle and delight, so fasten your seat belts for a magical carpet ride of mystery, sparkling romance and adventure on this pantomime flight of spectacle, slapstick and song!Come and cheer Aladdin, Wishee Washee and Widow Twankey as they battle the evil magician Abanazar. Will our handsome hero find true love with the delectable Princess Jasmine? Maybe with a little help from the Slave of the Ring and the Genie of the Lamp!

† Relaxed PerformanceWednesday 30 December, 2.30pmThe Relaxed Performance has a less formal atmosphere.Noise and movement in the auditorium is very acceptable. There will be small changes made to the sound levels and lighting of the production to make the performancemore accessible.

* British Sign Language performance Tuesday 15 December, 6:30pm

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Adults £18.50 & £16.50 All Seats

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teachers

Concessions £16.50 & £15.50

Level 3 Side Balconies £12.50 £10.50

Family(4 tickets, max 2 adults) £64

Groups 10+ £15

Groups 20+£15

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DECEMBER 2015

Fri 4 12:30pm 6:30pm

Sat 5 2:30pm 6:30pm

Sun 6 1pm 4:30pm

Mon 7 No Performances

Tues 8 10:15am 2:00pm

Wed 9 12:30pm 6:30pm

Thur 10 10:15am 2:00pm

Fri 11 No Performances 6:30pm

Sat 12 11am 2:30pm 6:30pm

Sun 13 1pm 4:30pm


Tues 15 10:15am 2:00pm 6:30pm*

Wed 16 12:30pm 6:30pm

Thur 17 10:15am 2:00pm 6:30pm

Fri 18 No Performances

Sat 19 2:30pm 6:30pm

Sun 20 1pm 4:30pm

Mon 21 2:30pm 6:30pm

Tues 22 2:30pm 6:30pm

Wed 23 2:30pm 6:30pm

Thur 24 11am 2:30pm


Sat 26 1pm 4:30pm

Sun 27 1pm 4:30pm

Mon 28 2:30pm 6:30pm

Tues 29 2:30pm 6:30pm

Wed 30 2:30pm† 6:30pm

Thur 31 11am 2:30pm

JANUARY 2016


Sat 2 11am 2:30pm 6:30pm

Sun 3 1pm 4:30pm


Tues 5 10:15am 2:00pm

Wed 6 10:15am 2:00pm

Thur 7 12:30pm 6:30pm

Fri 8 10:15am 2:00pm

Sat 9 2:30pm 6:30pm

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People of all ages are welcome at Carriageworks Theatre. We take pride in being a Child Friendly Venue. Below are some of the steps we take to be as accessible for children and young people as we can.1 Age guidance is available in the advertising

or from Box Office1 Pre-show activities for under 10s1 Baby changing facilities are available on all

floors in the unisex accessible toilets1 Child booster seats are available1 Breast-feeding mothers are welcome1 A buggy parking area will be available on

show days to keep the auditorium clutter free and safe

1 Children under one year old come for free (But will not be given a specified seat)

Please note: Under 14s must be accompaniedby an adult.

Child Friendly Leeds

CarriageworksTheatreA unique business and events destination

In addition to the 349 seater Main Auditorium, a further six meeting rooms are available for conferencing, meetings and workshops, accommodating various numbers of delegates. All conference rooms provide AV equipment, air conditioning and support from a dedicated commercial team. Three of the six meeting rooms are situated in the historic part of the old Carriageworks development. These attractive meeting spaces reveal exposed brickwork and roof beams in keeping with the Victorian architecture whilst providing a light and airy studio feel.These rooms are also available to hire for evening rehearsals, special occasions, workshops and classes at a competitive rate. Please call 0113 395 2157 or [email protected] more information.


The venue is fully accessible and has accessible toilets on every level. A number of spaces in the auditorium are reserved for wheelchair users. Please let us know when booking of any special access requirements you may have.

This brochure is available in alternative formats – please call us on 0113 224 3139 for more details or visitwww.carriageworkstheatre.org.ukSupport Dogs are welcome.

A hearing loop is available from the Box Office on arrival. A £5 returnable deposit is required.

There are also several disabled parking spaces on Cookridge Street, just around the corner from the entrance to the Carriageworks Theatre.A variety of street parking and secure car park options are available nearby with the nearest facilities including:1 St John’s Shopping Centre (long stay)1 The Light (long stay)1 Woodhouse Lane

Access Regular Classes

Tai Chiwith Tim JeffriesTuesdays: 5:45pm

Acting ClassesNorthern:Drama Acting SchoolTuesdays – Thursdays6:30pm – 9pmAge 18+

Acting ClassesYafta Adult ClassesWednesdays:6pm – 9pm

Belly Dancing ClassesWith MeilynThursdays: 6pm – 7pm

Lindy Hop ClassesFridays:7pm – 9:45pm

Musical Theatre ClassesOn Stage Theatre Arts AcademySaturdays:1pm – 4pmAge 3 – 18

More information on all our classes including how to book is available on our website under the Participate tab.

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By Phone 0113 224 3801Box Office open: Monday – Saturday,10am – 6pm except show days, when openuntil 15 minutes after the start of the performance. Sundays open 30 minutes priorto start of performance. Please note that a fee of £1 will be applied for all transactions over £10.

Onlinewww.carriageworkstheatre.org.ukPlease note that a fee of 75p per ticket will be applied for online bookings.

In PersonAt the City Centre Box Office on the ground floor of the Carriageworks Theatre. Tickets are also available from Leeds Visitor Centre at Leeds Art Gallery.

Concessions & Group DiscountsConcessions are generally available for LeedsCard holders, Students, Jobseekers, under 16s and over 60s at the advertised concessionary price. Carer tickets are available through Box Office.Family Tickets are sometimes available.These are for 4 tickets, maximum of 2 adults. Family Tickets are currently only available to book by phone or in person.Please contact Box Office for group bookings.

Keep in TouchTo receive copies of the What’s On brochure by post contact Box Office.Receive an electronic copy of the brochure by clicking the Subscribe tab on our website or emailing [email protected] with ‘Subscribe to e-list’ in the header field.

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AUGUST VENUE PRODUCTION PAGE

Fri 22 Aug – Thur 10 Sept Millennium Square ME & MY PIANO 3

SEPTEMBER VENUE PRODUCTION PAGE

Sat 5 Main Auditorium LEEDS CIVIC ARTS GUILD AWARDS EVENING 2

Wed 16 – Sat 19 Main Auditorium A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS 4

Wed 16 – Sat 19 Upstairs @ the Carriageworks FUTUREPROOF 4

Wed 23 Main Auditorium OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR 5

Thur 24 Main Auditorium NOT FOR RENTAL – WITHNAIL AND I 6

Tues 29 Main Auditorium EVERY BRILLIANT THING 7

OCTOBER VENUE PRODUCTION PAGE

Thur 1 Main Auditorium THE OTHER HALF 6

Fri 2 Main Auditorium INSTRUCTIONS FOR AMERICAN SERVICEMEN IN BRITAIN 8

Sat 3 Main Auditorium SCIENCE BLAST – THE GREAT SCIENTISTS PART 1 8

Wed 7 Main Auditorium …AND THIS IS MY FRIEND MR LAUREL 10

Wed 7 Upstairs @ the Carriageworks LITTLE TERRORS 10

Fri 9 Whole Venue LIGHT NIGHT – EXPERIENCE ART IN THE DARK! 9

Sat 10 Main Auditorium JENNY ECLAIR: HOW TO BE A MIDDLE AGED WOMAN(WITHOUT GOING INSANE) 11

Tues 13 – Fri 16 Main Auditorium SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL 12

Tues 13 – Sat 17 Upstairs @ the Carriageworks THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE 13

Sat 17 Main Auditorium LUCY BEAUMONT: WE CAN TWERK IT OUT 13

Wed 21 – Sat 24 Upstairs @ the Carriageworks WALK ON, WALK ON 14

Thur 22 Main Auditorium NOT FOR RENTAL – REAR WINDOW 14

Fri 23 Main Auditorium NOSFERATU 15

Sat 24 Main Auditorium MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS 16

Tues 27 Main Auditorium THE KING OF TINY THINGS 18

Wed 28 Main Auditorium THE OWL WHO WAS AFRAID OF THE DARK 17

Wed 28 Upstairs @ the Carriageworks RED RUST 20

Thur 29 Upstairs @ the Carriageworks THE CLEAN AS POSSIBLE COMEDY SHOW 19

Fri 30 Main Auditorium SNOW CHILD 19

Sat 31 Main Auditorium NOT FOR RENTAL – HALLOWEEN SPECIAL 20

NOVEMBER VENUE PRODUCTION PAGE

Wed 4 Main Auditorium HUGH CORNWELL – ORIGINAL STRANGLERS FRONTMAN 21

Thur 5 – Sat 7 Main Auditorium SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL 12

Thur 5 – Sat 7 Upstairs @ the Carriageworks THE BIRTHDAY PARTY 21

Wed 11 – Sat 14 Whole Venue 10TH ANNIVERSARY 22/23

Wed 18 – Sat 21 Main Auditorium THE MAGIC SCARF 24

Thur 26 – Sat 28 Main Auditorium WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND 24

DEC '15 – JAN '16 VENUE PRODUCTION PAGE

Fri 4 Dec – Sat 9 Jan Main Auditorium ALADDIN 26/27

Details correct at time of print.

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