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Season sponsored by
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March |
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March |
A free e-book I'm Just A Mouse, which accompanies the live show
If I was A Mouse, is now available to download at http://www.reelingwrithing.com/mousbook.html
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If I Was A Mouse
I Would Hide
In Your Hood
The acrobatic tail of an ordinary mouse dangles deliciously before us...
Snuggle in, cozy up; this is an enchanting tale of imagination, friendship and discovery.
Mouse wants to; play games, ask questions, fly to the moon and go to the party. But she's shy.
Mouse likes hide and seek best of all (mostly hiding) but there's no-one to find her… until a new family move in.
If I was a Mouse…' is an intimate adventure told by two performer-puppeteers; it's made of tricks and tales, puppets and people, music, mice and friends.
Mouse’s world is brought to life with more than a whisker of fairy tale magic.
With music by international children's composer Paul Rissmann and a beautiful accompanying e-book illustrated by Helen Nunn.
If I was a Mouse...’ is suitable for everyone aged 3-6 (and over)! |
Date:
Thursday
11th March
Time:
2.00 p.m.
& 6.00 p.m.
Price:
£6.50
(Children £4.00)
in the
Wallace
Bennett
Theatre
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Showcase Productions
present
DIVAS
Paula Randell
is leaving audiences worldwide "SPELLBOUND" and standing
cheering for more.
Watch in amazement as Paula recreates identically the voice and total stage personas of the world's Biggest DIVAS.
This unique, truly amazing and entertaining stage show will blow you away as you sit and watch this unique talented cast portray the biggest DIVAS in the music industry.
Paula Randell will have you Dancing and Singing Along to hits such as
Cher's: Strong Enough, Still Haven't Found, Gypsies
Tina Turner's: Simply The Best, Addicted to Love and Proud Mary
Shirley Bassey's: Get the Party Started, Big Spender, Gold Finger
And Lots More ......
Co Starring ....
Direct from "Britain's Got Talent"
GREG PRITCHARD
who has
taken Britain
by storm with his extraordinary voice. |
Date:
Saturday
13th March
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£16.00
(£14.00 Conc.)
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KAYOS THEATRE
COMPANY
KAYOS THEATRE COMPANY
are back with FAME!
One of the most famous musicals of all time.
Songs such as "Fame", "In L.A.", and "There she goes".
This musical will be so popular, so if you don't want to miss out, book now!
On for only four nights ! |
Date:
Wednesday 17th
to
Saturday
20th March
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£12.00
(£9.00 Conc.)
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The Scottish Community Drama Association
present
the western divisional round of the national one act play competition.
Drama clubs from all over the West of Scotland who have been successful in their local festival will compete for a place in the Scottish final to be held later in the year. The ultimate prize will be the opportunity to represent Scotland in the British Drama Festival. |
Date:
Thursday 25th
to
Saturday
27th March
Time:
7.00 p.m.
Price:
£10.00
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April |
April |
EXTRA DATE ARRANGED
(in response to public demand)
A humorous and insightful look at the bigotry that exists
between Glasgow`s famous football giants Celtic and Rangers.
"One of the shortest and most gripping two-hour shows in current Scottish theatre, far more vividly connected to the real life of Scotland than most of the work I review"
Joyce McMillan, The Heraldld
"One look at the audience crowding into the theatre tells you Singin' I'm No a Billy He's a Tim is reaching the parts that other theatre can't reach"
Mark Fisher, The Guardian
"Goes down a storm with fans on both sides of the Old firm divide"
Billy Sloan, Sunday Mail
"75% of the audience have never been to a theatre before. Looking round a packed hall and listening to their reaction, I could believe it. They were here to support their respective team."
Robert Dawson Scott, The Times
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Singin'
I'm No A Billy
He's A Tim
Singin' I'm No a Billy He's a Tim is a humorous and often poignant snapshot of the pervasive sectarian divide which still exists in the west of Scotland.
What could be worse for a Celtic fan than being locked up in a police cell on the day of an Old Firm match?
For Tim, there is one thing worse – finding himself banged up with Billy, a fervent Rangers supporter.
Des Dillon`s entertaining comedy highlights the nature of bigotry and sectarianism within the West of Scotland. The play also takes our two protagonists on a journey of self discovery
Hail Hail,
We are the People!!
Back by for the third time popular demand.
Don't miss this up to date version of a play that has been selling out all over Scotland !
This play contains strong language and is recommended for people aged 16+ |
Date:
Friday
2nd April
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£13.50
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Nicola
Benidetti
"Fantasie"
Internationally-acclaimed violinist Nicola Benedetti brings her "Fantasie" recital tour to Greenock, performing popular favourites from the solo and chamber music repertoire with Leonard Elschenbroich (Cello) and Alexei Grynyuk (Piano).
Born in Ayrshire, Nicola Benedetti has had a meteoric rise to the peak of her profession since winning the BBC's coveted Young Musician of the Year in 2004.
She now regularly plays to sell-out audiences all over the world, but is extremely pleased to be touring her beloved Scotland with some of her favourite repertoire. |
Date:
Monday
5th April
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£25.00,
£19.50 & £14.50
VIP Tickets available, which include a pre-recital talk and post recital reception hosted by Nicola Benidetti.
For details please contact the box office.
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A
Chorus Line
Music by
Marvin Hamlish with lyrics by
Edward Kleban
Amerikana Theatre present the award winning Broadway musical.
It tells the story of dancers auditioning for one of only 8 places in a new broadway show.
They are put through their paces by the Choreographer and Director of the show called Zak.
In the process he asks each about their background; their motives for auditioning. What follows is a series of funny and touching tales as the auditionees are forced to bare their souls.
The show takes the audience through a series of fantastic songs including "What I did for Love", "Dance 10 Looks 3" and probably the most famous dance routine in Musical Theatre History - "One". |
Date:
Thursday 15th
to
Saturday 18th
April
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£10.00 |
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The
Unplugged
Smile
Tour
Finbar Furey
Finbar Furey comes from a unique pedigree - an all Ireland Uillean Pipe Champion and whistle player, singer/songwriter as well as playing 5-string banjo, and guitar. In 1972 John Peel gave Finbar, and his brother Eddie, their big break by voting them act of the year. Their music was phenomenal because it was a new sound - Irish (Uillean) Pipes with Guitar and voice, which up till then had not been done.)
Subsequently of course the format was used everywhere from Planxty to RiverDance, Braveheart to Hailey Westenra. It was
modern music, with an ancient root.The music came from the Irish Gypsy community and when it met the psychedelic era, a new
sound was born.
Finbar has been round the block many times with Eddie, recording for Transatlantic records in the 60's and achieving fame as lead singer & frontman of The Furey Brothers and Davey Arthur.
Now he works solo, while balancing his folk roots with songs such as Now
and Forever, to his voice in such as 'New York Girls' which was his
handlebar moustache swinging contribution to Martin Scorsese's Gangs
of New York ......
He has toured extensively, bringing his rare talents to a world-wide stage and treating audiences to evenings of pure Irish magic, great music, good humour, and the charm and sparkling wit associated with one of Ireland's great raconteurs.
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Date:
Tuesday
20th
April
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£16.00
(£14.00 Conc.)
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Capitol Big Band
present
BIG BAND SWING
The Capitol Big Band present an evening of big band music.
If you're a fan of Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey or Benny Goodman this is one for you.
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Date:
Friday
23rd. April
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£8.00
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A "MUST SEE"
for all
Sons of The Desert
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Laurel
and
Hardy
By
Tom McGrath
Two instantly recognisable characters: Stan's crying face and his explosive hair...Ollie's long-suffering camera look and his tie-twiddle ...and, of course, the iconic bowler hats. Emerging from vaudeville, music hall and early silent comedies, Laurel and Hardy formed an enduring partnership, crafting their films with love and attention - and clearly having fun. Audiences shared that fun and that love, and continue to do so even now, 75 years after their heyday.
Laurel & Hardy lifts the bowler hats of two charming and witty men to take a look at their lives and loves and offers a fascinating insight into their off-screen relationship and personal heartaches. With some of their finest comedy routines, musical numbers, dance and slapstick, the charm and wit of Stan and Ollie are reborn in this warm and affectionate look at the most successful and prolific comedy team in screen history.
Tom McGrath, one of Scotland's foremost playwrights, died in 2009. This production is a tribute to Tom and a celebration of life, love and friendship.
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Date:
Friday
30th April
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£11.00
(£9.00 Conc.)
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May |
May |
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The Scottish Association of Magical Societies
present
A
Magical
Gala Show
Come and be amazed at the unbelievable tricks, deceptions and sleight of hand.
Enjoy an evening of fun for all the family as you wonder "How did they do that?" |
Date:
Saturday
1st May
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£8.00
(£6.00 Conc.
& £5
Family Saver )
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The Laughing Stock Company
present
Cole Porter's
High Society
Based on the play ‘The Philadelphia Story’ with Music from Cole Porter.
The plot centers on pretentious Long Island socialite Tracy Lord, who is planning her wedding to George, an equally pretentious executive when ex-husband Dexter Haven arrives to disrupt the proceedings.
Additional comic complications arise when tabloid reporter Mike Connor, who is there to cover the wedding, also falls for the bride-to-be.
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Date:
Wednesday 5th
to
Saturday 8th
May
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£10.00
(£8.00 Conc.)
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‘Strictly Swing’ is a evening of sophistication, nostalgia and witty anecdotes with swing legends Frank, Nat and Bing.
A truly ‘unforgettable’ entertaining show with a rip-roaring finale.
“If you thought ‘Bond Girls’ were good,
the Jazz Belles are licensed to thrill”.
Evening Telegraph
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STRICTLY
SWING
Theatre Productions who have recently enjoyed great success with shows like ‘The Naked Truth’, ‘The Shaolin Warriors’ and 'The Eva Cassisdy Story' are delighted to be presenting their fantastic new show
‘STRICTLY SWING’.
The show is set in a smoky New York bar and is an upbeat celebration of swing. It encapsulates the best-loved music of Legendary Artists –
Frank Sinatra
Nat King Cole
and
Bing Crosby.
Led by a superb cast of West End Singers, supported by the sassy and sexy all girl band, glamorous musical sextet the ‘Jazz Belles’ the show has something for everyone.
‘Strictly Swing’ combines the winning formula of eye-catching style, humour, with the tunes that made this era so memorable. Songs like ‘Fly Me To The Moon’, ‘Jeepers Creepers’, ‘Chicago’ and ‘My Way’ along with duets like ‘Me and My Shadow’ and ‘Road to Morocco’. They will be many more swing classics that will transport audiences back to the Golden Era of Swinging nights and Glamorous Parties.
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Date:
Thursday
13th May
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£16.00
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An Evening
of
Opera
Enjoy a relaxed and informal evening of opera arias and simply staged opera scenes with piano accompaniment, featuring students from the Opera School of the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, introduced by opera director Mark Hathaway.
The programme will include some popular arias and duets by composers such as Mozart and Puccini.
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Date:
Friday
14th May
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£14.00
(£12.00 Conc.)
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Peter Morrison
and
Friends in Concert
Peter Morrison is one of Scotland’s most popular and accomplished singers and entertainers. His musical talents earned him top spot during the seventies on BBC TV with the hugely popular ‘’Songs of Scotland’’ series and on Scottish Television with the ‘’Once Upon a Song’’ series not to mention a host of Hogmanay shows!
In recent years Peter has toured Scottish theatres with his own show ‘’Spread a Little Happiness’’ and headlining in the blockbusting ‘’Pride of the Clyde’’ show in the King’s and Pavilion Theatres in Glasgow as well as in theatres in Aberdeen and Edinburgh. He also performs overseas in the United States, Canada, Australia, etc, to a strong welcome from the many Scots who now live in these countries.
The Peter Morrison Concert is held in support of Greenock Medical Aid Society. Tickets are always a sell-out so be warned – book your tickets NOW!
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Date:
Saturday 15th
May
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£12.00
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HOTEL
CALIFORNIA
Hotel California are performing a one off show especially for the Arts Guild Theatre. Having toured successfully around the world with the “Eagles Story”, Scottish band Hotel California are back home with a new line up and a fresh new show.
All the greatest hits of the Eagles are reproduced with incredible accuracy. There are also songs from solo artist Don Henley & Joe Walsh alongside tracks from the latest album “Long Road Out of Eden”.
Don’t miss your opportunity for a night of Eagles music up close in the intimate setting of the Arts Guild Theatre. |
Date:
Friday
21st May
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£15.00
(£13.00 Conc.)
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“…….. a delight for kids, parents and grandparents alike. The laughter, singing and inter-action is contagious!”
Edinburgh Evening News
“……. if The Singing Kettle is playing at a venue near you don’t miss it - for boys and girls of all ages.”
Daily Mail
www.singingkettle.com
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The Singing Kettle
present
Calamity Castle
“Och aye the noo !” Scotland’s favourite children’s entertainers
THE SINGING KETTLE
will dress to impress after being invited by Lord Spout of Glenkettle to help rescue his run down castle.
Artie has appointed himself as the local Laird and Cilla the Lady of the Manor, while Kevin is the Gamekeeper and Gary is a Scatty Scottish Entertainer - bagpipes and all.
The Singing Kettle wonder how difficult can it be to hang a portrait, display a suit of armour or place a stag’s head on the wall – but nothing’s easy at Calamity Castle! Especially when our four tartan heroes are distracted by ancient Singing Kettles that they find everywhere - from the sky-high turrets to the secret cellars. Can they complete the task before Lord Spout’s return? Yes, but only with the assistance of young helpers in the audience who have a chance to join in with the action on stage!
Bonzo tries helping out as a game dog to round up the estate sheep with hilarious results and Jock and Jeremy the Singing Kettle’s own chefs attempt to cook up a dish for a banquet that ends in
slapstick chaos.
There’s lots of fantastic Scottish songs like “Tattie Soup”, “Herrin’s Heid” and “Shove Your Granny”, as well as brand new and all time favourite songs making for a superb singalong, action packed adventure ……. full of mishaps !
Remember to Dress up in Tartan for some crazy Highland Fun and Games at Calamity Castle. For girls and boys of all ages.
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Date:
Saturday
22nd May
Time:
1.00 p.m.
and
3.30 p.m.
Price:
£10.00
Family Saver £36.00
Groups 10+ £7.50
Babes in arms (12months) £2
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All
Our
Yesterdays
Nostalgia just doesn't come any better!
Another sensational show from the producers of 'Memory Lane', ‘Rolling back the Years’, and ‘A Timeless Collection’.
One of the biggest shows of its kind in the UK, taking you on a breathtaking musical journey from the good old days of Music Hall, through the 40's, 50's, 60's, and finally into the some of the beautiful harmonies of the 1970's.
Beautifully costumed and choreographed for each decade, performed by 'West End' and international vocalists, along with the stunning 'Memory Lane' dancers.
Based on the original show from 2008, with a host of new songs and costumes. |
Date:
Thursday
27th May
Time:
12.30 p.m.
and
7.30 p.m.
Price:
2.30 p.m.
£9.00
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7.30 p.m.
£12.00
(£10.00 Conc.)
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"I've always been very excited by new writing so this job
was a perfect opportunity."
CHARLES LAWSON
www.nlptheatre.co.uk
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NLP Theatre
present the
World Premier
of
Des Dillon's
Blue Hen
Des Dillon’s dark comedy Blue Hen is a gritty, moving drama about two redundant men. A blue hen. Twelve bloodthirsty chickens. One grave robber and a psychopathic drug dealer.
Can Paddy and John use their working class wits to get through this one intact? Or will the roughest scheme in Coatbridge strip them of their dignity, their dreams, and their lives?
Blue Hen is a gritty, moving story about two ordinary guys who are out of work, out of patience and out of luck when they hit on a scheme to keep themselves occupied and their bellies full. They're going to rear chickens out the back green.
Starring
Charlie Lawson Coronation Street'’s legendary
Jim McDonald !
Don’t miss this entertaining play presented by
NLP theatre Company,
the company that brought you Des Dillon’s popular hit
“Singin’ I’m No A Billy He’s a Tim” |
Date:
Friday
28th May
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£13.00
(£11.00 Conc.)
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June |
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June |
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THE MAGIC
OF
MOTOWN
The Reach Out Tour 2010
Live on stage the music of the. . . TEMPTATIONS, DIANA ROSS and the SUPREMES, FOUR TOPS, STEVIE WONDER, JACKSON FIVE, MARVIN GAYE, LIONEL RICHIE, MARTHA REEVES, SMOKEY ROBINSON, MARY WELLS, ISLEY BROTHERS & scores more.
The biggest and best live Motown tribute concert show is coming to town, boasting. .
• A talented, superbly-choreographed cast
• 38 million-selling hit songs
• Dozens of dazzling costume changes
• That authentic Detroit sound
The Magic of Motown will have you singing and dancing to 50 years of classic hits – charting Motown’s rise from its first, 1960 million-selling hit to being heralded as the world’s greatest record label.
The lavish production revives all-time-favourites like: Stop in the Name of Love; Signed, Sealed, Delivered; My Guy; I Heard it Through the Grapevine; Endless Love; All Night Long; Heatwave; I’m Coming Out; Why Do Fools Fall in Love; Ain’t Too Proud to Beg; My Girl; I Want You Back; I’ll Be There; Blame it on the Boogie and Dancing in the Street.
Timeless hits from original stars of the Sixties such as:
The Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, Supremes, Temptations, Stevie Wonder and The Jackson 5 give way to present-day masterpieces from Lionel Richie and Diana Ross.
Book your tickets now and see
The Magic of Motown
revived in all its glory.
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Date:
Friday
4th June
Time:
8.00 p.m.
Price:
£17.50
(£16.50 Conc.)
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"Golding's is a tour-de-force tribute to Eric Morecambe. * * * * *"
The Daily Telegraph
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THEATRE TOURS INTERNATIONAL ' FEATHER PRODUCTIONS present
MORECAMBE
the man what brought us sunshine
Direct from the West End, Bob Golding's extraordinary portrayal commemorates the 25th anniversary of Eric Morecambe's untimely final curtain, celebrating the wonderful life of Britain's best loved comic.
A moving portrait of an affectionate lad with funny bones, a born entertainer, a big-hearted perfectionist... the tall one with glasses.
Featuring the multi-talented Bob Golding - who could have been born to play Eric - penned by the brilliant Tim Whitnall and directed by solo-maestro Guy Masterson, Morecambe is a must-see for all fans of classic British comedy.
So come laugh, come cry, and celebrate
"the tall one with glasses"
who had that twinkle in his eye and shared it with us all.
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Date:
Tuesday
15th June
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£15.00
(£12.00 Conc.)
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CALEDON
Scotland’s Three Tenors
return for their annual
performance in the Arts Guild Theatre.
They are in much demand, touring at home and abroad and performing in the USA, Canada, South America and Europe.
Don’t miss this chance to experience a Caledon concert.
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Date:
Saturday
19th June
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£13.50
(£11.50 Conc.)
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Greenock Players
present
Whisky Galore
Whisky Galore recounts the hilarious, story of how a cargo of whisky bound for America was repatriated by enterprising Scottish Islanders when the ship carrying it ran aground off the island of Eriskay during World War 2.
This true story was immortalised by Sir Compton McKenzie in his book of the same name before being made into a very popular ad successful film comedy.
This lighthearted tale of island islanders' ingenuity is one not to be missed. |
Date:
Thursday 24th
to
Saturday 26th
June
Time:
7.30 p.m.
Price:
£8.00
(£6.00 Conc.)
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