WHAT’S
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B O O K O N L I N E g r a n d t h e a t r e . c o . u k B O X O F F I C E 0 1 9 0 2 4 2 9 2 1 2
YOUR GUIDE TO
WHAT’S ON AT
WOLVERHAMPTON
GRAND THEATRE
WINTER 2016
INTO
SUMMER 2017

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DECEMBER 2016
SAT 10 DEC – SUN 22 JAN 2017
ALADDIN 10
JANUARY 2017
MON 16 JAN
JETHRO – 40 YEARS THE JOKER 12
THU 26 JAN
BRENDAN COLE
– ALL NIGHT LONG 12
FRI 27 JAN
NIGHTS ON BROADWAY 12
SAT 28 JAN
THE SENSATIONAL
60s EXPERIENCE 13
SUN 29 JAN
THE GLENN MILLER
ORCHESTRA 13
TUE 31 JAN – SAT 4 FEB
BUDDY – THE BUDDY
HOLLY STORY 14
FEBRUARY 2017
SUN 5 – TUE 7 FEB
THE RUSSIAN STATE BALLET OF SIBERIA
THE NUTCRACKER
SWAN LAKE
COPPÉLIA 15
WED 8 FEB
SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK
– THE ROD STEWART STORY 16
FRI 10 – SAT 11 FEB
BEN & HOLLY’S LITTLE
KINGDOM 16
FROM
ADRIAN
JACKSON
WELCOME
I am delighted to present the
sparkling new season of shows
through to summer 2017.
We introduce a season of our own
summer drama including a large
community cast production of the
award winning play BRASSED OFF.
Over the past month we have been celebrating the
relaunch of the theatre with a fully refurbished Front of
House and brand new auditorium seating. Since 1894
the theatre has seen multiple redesigns to its interior
and to fully embrace a more exciting theatre-going
experience, we can now offer so much more, whether
it's enjoying a cocktail in our new dress circle bar
Arthur’s Of The Grand, or coffee and cake during the
day, we are delighted to be offering a fabulous
hospitality service.
We all have fond memories of the Grand Theatre and
I welcome the opportunity to create new ones together
today, tomorrow and in the future.
Adrian Jackson
Chief Executive
SUPPORT THE GRAND 04
THE ENCORE LOUNGE 06
ARTHUR'S OF THE GRAND 07
STILL BOOKING
OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL
PRESENT
VERDI'S AIDA 08
LADYBOYS OF BANGKOK –
"FOREVER YOURS...X" 08
THE STYLISTICS 08
THE SOLID GOLD
ROCK N ROLL SHOW 08
PSYCHIC SALLY
– CALL ME PSYCHIC 09
AN AUDIENCE WITH
LESLEY GARRETT 09
DIRTY DANCING 09

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30
SUN 12 FEB
CHINESE NEW YEAR
EXTRAVAGANZA 17
TUE 14 – SAT 18 FEB
ANITA AND ME 18
TUE 21 – SAT 25 FEB
THRILLER LIVE 19
MON 27 FEB – SAT 4 MAR
SISTER ACT 20
MARCH 2017
WED 8 MARCH
HALFWAY TO PARADISE
– THE BILLY FURY STORY 22
THU 9 MARCH
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 22
FRI 10 MARCH
THE UPBEAT BEATLES 22
SAT 11 MARCH
SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS 22
TUE 14 – SAT 18 MARCH
MUSCOM
ALL SHOOK UP 23
MON 20 – TUE 21 MARCH
MR BLOOM’S NURSERY – LIVE! 24
WED 22 – SUN 26 MARCH
GANGSTA GRANNY 24
APRIL 2017
SAT 1 APRIL
THE GRAND THEATRE’S
GREAT GATSBY NIGHT 25
SUN 2 APRIL
AN EVENING WITH PHILLIP
DYSON 27
MON 3 – SAT 8 APRIL
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG 26
SUN 9 APRIL
PASHA KOVALEV 27
AT A GLANCE
4535
FRIENDS OF THE GRAND 48
YOUNG FRIENDS
OF THE GRAND 49
BUSINESS CLUB 50
ACCESS 52
CREATIVE LEARNING 53
GENERAL INFORMATION 54
MON 10 – TUE 11 APRIL
ENGLISH TOURING OPERA
GILBERT & SULLIVAN'S PATIENCE
PUCCINI'S TOSCA 29
FRI 14 APRIL
BIRMINGHAM BACH CHOIR
MESSIAH 28
SAT 15 APRIL
REAL DIAMOND 28
SUN 16 APRIL
CIRQUE DU HILARIOUS 28
TUE 18 – SAT 22 APRIL
SUNNY AFTERNOON 30
TUE 25 – SAT 29 APRIL
WBOS
ROCK OF AGES 32
SUN 30 APRIL
SOLID SILVER 60s SHOW 33
MAY 2017
TUE 2 – SAT 6 MAY
THE VERDICT 34
TUE 9 – SAT 13 MAY
EVITA 35
SUN 14 MAY
THE SIMON &
GARFUNKEL STORY 33
WED 17 MAY
A GRAND MUSIC HALL 36
THU 18 MAY
HILARITY CHARITY GALA 36
SAT 20 MAY
AN EVENING WITH BOYCOTT
& AGGERS 37
MON 22 – SAT 27 MAY
THE WOMAN IN BLACK 38
TUE 30 – WED 31 MAY
NORTHERN BALLET
THE BOY IN THE
STRIPED PYJAMAS
GOLDILOCKS
& THE THREE BEARS 39
JUNE 2017
THU 1 JUNE
JASPER CARROTT’S STAND UP
AND ROCK 37
TUE 6 – SAT 10 JUNE
RUNNING WILD 40
WED 21 JUNE
STEWART LEE 41
THU 22 – SAT 24 JUNE
ALL OR NOTHING 41
TUE 27 JUNE – SAT 1 JULY
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES 42
JULY 2017
MON 3 – SAT 8 JULY
RUTH RENDELL’S
A JUDGEMENT IN STONE 43
THU 20 JULY
THE ELVIS YEARS
– THE STORY OF THE KING 44
MON 24 – SAT 29 JULY
FUNNY GIRL 45
SUMMER DRAMA SEASON
TUE 15 – SAT 19 AUG
TRESPASS 46
WED 23 AUG – SUN 3 SEPT
BRASSED OFF 47
TUE 5 – SAT 9 SEPT
IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY 47

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Wolverhampton Grand Theatre has been
entertaining audiences since 1894 and with your
help we would like this to continue for many years to
come. The theatre is a registered charity and we rely
on the support of our donors and sponsors.
We gratefully receive all donations no matter how big
or small and with your support we can continue to
bring magical theatre to the community.
SUPPORT
THE
GRAND
NAME A
BRICK
JOIN THE
FRIENDS
SEE YOUR NAME ON THE
FEATURE WALL OF THE
ENCORE LOUNGE BY NAMING
A BRICK.
By donating £150 your name will
become a piece of the theatrical
scenery for the next three years for
everyone to see whilst relaxing in
the new Encore Lounge as we will
dedicate a brick to you!
Benefits of the membership includes discounts of 15% on most shows and
including many Friday and Saturday nights, exclusive priority booking, social
events and many more…
YOU CAN ALSO SUPPORT THE THEATRE BY BECOMING A
FRIEND OF THE GRAND, OUR MEMBERSHIP SCHEME THAT
REWARDS REGULAR THEATRE GOING.
SINGLE MEMBERSHIP
STANDARD MEMBERSHIP
FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
£21
£26
£45
1.
2.
3.
FRIENDS OF
THE GRAND

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BY DONATING £250
YOU CAN DEDICATE
A PLAQUE ON YOUR
FAVOURITE AUDITORIUM
SEAT.
Seats in the Stalls and Dress Circle
are available for dedication and
make the perfect gift for a special
someone.
We will provide an
acknowledgement of your
donation in the form of a plaque
on your favourite seat for the
next five years.
SPONSOR
A SEAT
WE WOULD GRATEFULLY RECEIVE ANY
DONATION MADE TO THE THEATRE.
To make a one off donation please contact the
Box Office on 01902 42 92 12 or visit the website
www.grandtheatre.co.uk/donate.aspx
to make a gift by card.
Make A Regular Donation
If you would like to make a regular donation to the theatre, please
download the donations form from the website or please speak to
one of Sales Team who will post the form out to you.
Leave a Legacy
If you would like to speak to someone about leaving
a legacy for the theatre please contact the Development Department
on 01902 57 33 11 or email development@grandtheatre.co.uk
MAKE A
DONATION
MAKE A
ONE OFF OR
REGULAR
DONATION
SUPPORT THE GRAND

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THE GRAND
THEATRE
CAFÉ BAR
CAFÉ BAR & ENCORE LOUNGE
A NEW PROGRAMME
OF EVENTS FOR THE
ENCORE LOUNGE
WILL BE ANNOUNCED
SOON
IN A RUSH?
POP IN AND PICK UP
A COFFEE TO GO AND
PERHAPS A FRESH
PASTRY
THE ENCORE
LOUNGE
A NEW
DESTINATION…
With our exciting new drinks offering, the Grand Theatre
is the place to come for an after work drink or if you’re
watching a show why not stay afterwards and indulge with a
glass of something sparkling?
Keep a look out for our programme of live entertainment in
the Encore Lounge too, where we play host to a fine array
of live music, stand-up comedy nights and much more.
Whether you’re coming to see a show or just passing by, our
new Café Bar is the perfect setting to enjoy a drink.
Open to everyone, our Café Bar offers a wide selection of teas,
fresh coffee and cakes. As well as an extensive hand-picked
wine list, craft lagers and real ales.
With our free Wi-Fi why not pop in for a meeting in our
relaxed, comfortable surroundings?
The Café Bar is open from 11am until 6pm on non-
performance days and 11am until late on performance days.

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ARTHUR'S OF THE GRAND & THE SPOTLIGHT LOUNGE
BEGINNERS:
£50 per booth for up to
six people includes:
• Bottle Of Wine
• Nibbles
• Waiter service
• Complimentary
Cloakroom
APPLAUSE:
£60 per booth for up to
six people includes:
• Bottle of Prosecco
• Chocolates
• Nibbles
• Waiter service
• Complimentary Cloakroom
THERE’S NO BUSINESS,
LIKE SHOW BUSINESS…
THERE’S NO BUSINESS, LIKE SHOW BUSINESS…
The Spotlight Lounge is the perfect space for
networking, a meeting or conference. With a separate break
out area and a variety of catering options, the
Grand Theatre can add a touch of showbiz to your meetings.
The Spotlight Lounge would also be an ideal venue
for pre and post show hospitality.
Call 01902 57 33 20 for more details
Packages:
Five luxurious private booths,
named by the public, Beverley
Knight, CJ Phipps, Churchill,
Gatsby and Dietrich will be
available to hire – guaranteeing
your party a comfortable and
exclusive experience during your
evening at the theatre.
THE
SPOTLIGHT
LOUNGE
SPONSORED BY
BOOK AN EXCLUSIVE BOOTH
The layout of the Dress Circle Bar, named Arthur’s of the
Grand by sponsors Arthur Price of England, has been
adapted to create an improved use of the space to enjoy
both pre show and during the interval.
Visiting as a group? You may find that our new
Utopia Suite, will add some sparkle to your evening
and will accommodate all of your party in a completely
redesigned lounge that includes relaxing armchairs and a
bottle bar in a sophisticated setting.

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TICKETS FROM:
£21.50*
MONDAY 21 NOVEMBER
7.30PM
OPERA & BALLET INTERNATIONAL
PROUDLY PRESENT
AIDA
TICKETS FROM:
£24*
TUESDAY 22 NOVEMBER
7.30PM
LADYBOYS OF BANGKOK
– “FOREVER YOURS...X”
TICKETS FROM:
£24.50*
WEDNESDAY 23 NOVEMBER
7.30PM
THE STYLISTICS
DIRECT FROM THE USA ‘ALL THE HITS TOUR’
TICKETS FROM:
£24.50*
THURSDAY 24 NOVEMBER
7.30PM
THE SOLID GOLD
ROCK 'N' ROLL SHOW
FRIENDS OF
THE GRAND
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LAST CHANCE TO BOOK
TICKETS:
£25.50*
FRIDAY 25 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
PSYCHIC
SALLY
The nation’s favourite psychic, Sally Morgan
is back and better than ever with her most
jaw-dropping show yet – CALL ME PSYCHIC.
Funny, entertaining, sometimes heart breaking,
often controversial. This is a fantastic and unique
evening not to be missed. Book your tickets now to
see this phenomenal psychic in action! The show is
investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.
TICKETS:
£25.50*
SATURDAY 26 NOVEMBER 7.30PM
AN AUDIENCE WITH
LESLEY GARRETT
HOSTED BY NICK OWEN
Join Britain’s most popular soprano for a delightful
evening of song, reminiscences and chat. Her behind-
the-scenes stories and anecdotes will give audiences a
unique insight into her life on the stage.
As well as performing with the English and Welsh
National Operas, Lesley has recently starred in Carousel
and The Sound of Music and appeared on television
shows including Strictly Come Dancing and
Loose Women.
TICKETS FROM:
£28*
Book online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk
TICKETS FROM:
£20.50*
PRESENTED IN ASSOCIATION WITH
CLIVE CONWAY PRODUCTIONS
HOSTED
BY NICK OWEN
MON 28 NOVEMBER – SAT 3 DECEMBER
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM,
EXCEPT FRIDAY AT 5PM & 8.30PM
MATINEE SAT AT 2.30PM
DIRTY DANCING
Have the time of your life with the ultimate live
experience; DIRTY DANCING – THE CLASSIC
STORY ON STAGE. Full of passion and romance,
heart-pounding music and sensationally sexy dancing,
the record-breaking musical is even better than before
in this all new production.

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DECEMBER 2016 – JANUARY 2017
Choose your seats online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk
(EXC SAT)
SATURDAY 10 DECEMBER –
SUNDAY 22 JANUARY
TWO PERFORMANCES A DAY
– SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
ALADDIN
This Christmas the Grand Theatre’s
pantomime will be everything you could
wish for, starring X Factor and Popstar
to Opera Star winner Joe McElderry as
Aladdin, actress and television presenter
Lisa Riley as Slave Of The Ring,
fabulous dame Ian Adams as Widow
Twankey, CBeebies Ben Faulks as
The Policeman, and the laziest
Empress in panto-land, internet
sensation Doreen.
With tickets selling at record speed,
don’t leave booking any longer unless
you’ve got a magical Genie on hand to
help you get a ticket!
“ALL THE PANTO
ELEMENTS THAT KIDS
LOVE AND ALL OF
THOSE THAT MAKE
THEIR PARENTS SMILE
WITH THEM.”
THE BRIDGE RADIO
PETER PAN 2015/16
TICKETS FROM:
£17.50*
DON’T MISS FREE RADIO’S
BREAKFAST PRESENTER
SPARKY (OF JO & SPARKY FAME)
MAKE A CAMEO APPEARANCE
ON THURSDAY 5 JANUARY
AT 7.15PM

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MONDAY 16 JANUARY 7.30PM
JETHRO – 40 YEARS
THE JOKER
A memorable evening of hysterical nonsense, as we
take a peek into the circus lurking deep within the
mind of, probably the greatest, comic storyteller
ever to grace the stage.
Jethro beguiles and befuddles his audience with the
endless stream of irreverent twaddle that has created a
comedy genius.
Over 4 million DVD sales pay testament to the legion of
fans who have followed Jethro faithfully throughout his
career. Now, with stories old and new we present, live on
stage, JETHRO – 40 YEARS THE JOKER.
TICKETS
FROM:
£18.50*
FRIDAY 27 JANUARY 7.30PM
NIGHTS ON BROADWAY
The Bee Gees were three brothers who, from
singing close harmony as children, grew to become
world superstars by their early twenties. They went
on to be acknowledged as some of the greatest
song writers in history.
The Bee Gees Story – NIGHTS ON BROADWAY present
a tribute to the Bee Gees through a fantastic
performance, featuring the Gibb brothers incredible
songs from over four decades - from the 60s to the 90s.
The show gives the audience the experience of being at
a Bee Gees concert, with a unique blend of classic hits,
acoustic medleys and dance floor favourites.
TICKETS
FROM:
£19*
THURSDAY 26 JANUARY 7.30PM
BRENDAN COLE –
ALL NIGHT LONG
A brand new show for 2017, Brendan hosts another
spectacular production featuring his guest dancers, a
new leading lady and a 14 piece band and singers live
on stage.
Stunning lighting, amazing special effects and superb
choreography. It’s going be a party! Don’t miss it.
TICKETS
FROM:
£26*
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SUITABLE FOR
18 YEARS +
“AT THE CENTRE OF IT ALL
IS THE GENEROUS, EXUBERANT,
CHARISMATIC COLE”
CATHERINE FRANÇOISE ONSTAGE

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JANUARY 2017
SATURDAY 28 JANUARY 7.30PM
THE SENSATIONAL
60s EXPERIENCE
THE TOUR THAT NEVER ENDS
Returning by huge popular demand, for one
night only three hours of nonstop 60s
nostalgia.
Seven legendary names take to the stage and
deliver to you a night never to be forgotten.
With the definite feel good factor this is the must
see 60s show for 2017.
Step back to when pop music was at its very best.
Hits include Sorrow, Out Of Time, Hippy Hippy
Shake, Storm In A Tea Cup plus many more.
TICKETS FROM:
£21.50*
SUNDAY 29 JANUARY 3PM
THE GLENN MILLER
ORCHESTRA
Get a Feel for the Forties as RAY McVAY presents
the world’s GREATEST Big Band Show featuring
the fabulous harmonies of the Moonlight
Serenaders, the sublime vocals of Catherine
Sykes and Mark Porter as well as the energetic
and exciting Swing Time Jivers.
As a special treat we are proud to introduce the
Polka Dot Dolls singing the songs of the Andrews
Sisters. Including: In the Mood, Moonlight
Serenade, American Patrol, Little Brown Jug,
Tuxedo Junction and Chattanooga Choo Choo!
TICKETS FROM:
£23*
Book online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk

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TICKETS
FROM:
£14.50*
TUESDAY 31 JANUARY – SATURDAY 4 FEBRUARY
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, MATINEES WED & SAT AT 2.30PM
BUDDY – THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY
This sensational multi award winning West End show is coming to Wolverhampton!
Forget feel good, BUDDY – THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama,
passion and excitement as a cast of phenomenally talented actors and musicians tell Buddy Holly’s
story, from his meteoric rise to fame, to his final legendary performance at The Surf Ballroom in
Clear Lake, Iowa.
Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy,
Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and
many many more, this show is just Peggy Sue-perb!
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FRIENDS OF
THE GRAND

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FEBRUARY 2017
SUNDAY 5 FEBRUARY
4.00PM
THE NUTCRACKER
This most famous of fantasy ballets
for all the family begins as night
falls on Christmas Eve. As snow-
flakes fall outside, the warm glow
of the open fire sends flickering
shadows across the boughs of the
Christmas tree and all the presents
beneath. When midnight strikes
we are swept away to a fairy-tale
world where nothing is quite as it
seems, toy dolls spring to life, the
Mouse-king and his mouse-army
battle with the Nutcracker Prince
and we travel through the Land of
Snow to an enchanted place where
the magic really begins...
MONDAY 6 FEBRUARY
7.30PM
SWAN LAKE
The greatest romantic ballet
of all time is brought to life by
Tchaikovsky’s haunting and
unforgettable score. From the
impressive splendour of the Palace
ballroom to the moon-lit lake where
swans glide in perfect formation, this
compelling tale of tragic romance has
it all. From Odile, the temptress in
black tulle as she seduces the Prince
by spinning with captivating precision
to the spellbound purity of the swan
queen, Odette as she flutters with
emotional intensity, the dual role of
Odette/Odile is one of ballet’s most
unmissable technical challenges.
TUESDAY 7 FEBRUARY
7.30PM
COPPÉLIA
Every toy has a story, especially in
this charming comedy of errors,
a witty combination of antics and
abracadabra, set in a doll maker’s
workshop. This light-hearted tale
of mistaken identity and confused
lovers follows mischievous
Swanilda, her impetuous suitor
Franz and the eccentric toymaker
Dr.Coppelius as they are brought
to life by sparkling choreography
and the animated score of Delibes.
Coppélia is perfect for first-time
ballet goers, families and everyone
in between.
Choose your seats online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk
THE CRITICS SAID
“THE SCENERY TURNED
THE STAGE INTO A
WINTER WONDERLAND”
THE CRITICS SAID
“THE PRODUCTION IS A
TRIUMPH”
THE CRITICS SAID
“DANCING WAS SHARP,
PRECISE AND LIGHT OF
FOOT THROUGHOUT…”
RAYMOND GUBBAY PRESENTS
RUSSIA’S ACCLAIMED BALLET COMPANY
RETURNS FOR THE UK TOUR 2017
THE NUTCRACKER
SWAN LAKE
COPPÉLIA
PERFORMED BY THE RUSSIAN
STATE BALLET OF SIBERIA
ACCOMPANIED BY A LIVE ORCHESTRA
– THE ORCHESTRA OF THE RUSSIAN
STATE BALLET
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FRIENDS OF
THE GRAND
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THE GRAND
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THE GRAND

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TICKETS
FROM:
£12.50*
FAMILY TICKET
AVAILABLE
FRIDAY 10 – SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY
FRIDAY AT 1PM & 4PM, SATURDAY 10AM & 1PM
FROM THE MAKERS OF PEPPA PIG COMES THIS
BAFTA AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION ANIMATION LIVE ON STAGE!
BEN & HOLLY’S LITTLE KINGDOM
Holly is a young Fairy Princess, who is still learning how to fly and her magic doesn’t always go
quite according to plan. Her best friend, Ben the Elf, doesn’t have wings and he doesn’t do magic,
but he runs very fast and flies on the back of Gaston the Ladybird. They live in the Little Kingdom,
a tiny land where flowers and grass rise high above them and every day is an adventure.
Join Ben and Holly, and their friends on this exciting, enchanting and magical musical adventure
packed full of games, songs and laughter. This beautiful story of elves, princesses and childhood
innocence will delight all the family!
WEDNESDAY 8 FEBRUARY 7.30PM
SOME GUYS HAVE
ALL THE LUCK
THE ROD STEWART STORY
SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK is a fantastic new
theatrical production celebrating the career of one of
rocks greatest icons, Rod Stewart – from street busker
through to international superstar!
The show includes all the massive hits from Rod’s
incredible career including Maggie May, Baby Jane
and Do Ya Think I’m Sexy through to big ballads such as
Sailing, You’re In My Heart, Tonight’s The Night and
many more.
TICKETS
FROM:
£17.50*
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FEBRUARY 2017
SUNDAY 12 FEBRUARY
2.30PM
CHINESE NEW YEAR EXTRAVAGANZA
Come and see the magic unfold as Chinese New Year returns to the Grand Theatre
with a unique and exciting show of cultural spectacle to welcome the start of the
Year of the Rooster.
CHINESE NEW YEAR EXTRAVAGANZA features a team of performers showcasing incredible
Chinese performing arts. From the cheerful spirit of the auspicious Lion Dance, to the majestic and
awe-inspiring contortion, the show is a colourful display of Chinese cultural tradition. Witness the
daring stunts of Chinese acrobatics alongside elegant Chinese dance, energetic kung fu performance,
a highly skilled puppeteer that can perform the ancient magic of Face Changing and more.
This fun and exciting show is the perfect entertainment for all ages. Do not miss!
Book online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk
TICKETS
FROM:
£12.50*

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TUESDAY 14 – SATURDAY 18 FEBRUARY
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, MATINEES THU & SAT AT 2.30PM
ANITA AND ME
BY MEERA SYAL. ADAPTED BY TANIKA GUPTA
Director Roxana Silbert. Designer Liz Ascroft. Lighting Chahine Yavroyan
Composer/Sound Designer Ben and Max Ringham. Movement Director Ann Yee
Set & Costume Design by Bob Bailey.
This poignant coming-of-age tale follows Meena, a young girl growing up in the only Punjabi
family in a 1970s Black Country mining village. Meena spends her days happily getting into
scrapes with the other local children until one day the impossibly cool Anita enters her life.
Suddenly Meena knows exactly who she wants to be but is Anita all that she seems? Soon
Meena’s world is turned upside down as she is caught between two very different cultures.
ANITA AND ME paints a comic, poignant, compassionate and colourful portrait of village life
in the era of flares, power cuts, glam rock, decimalisation and Ted Heath. It has been adapted
for the stage by the multi-award-winning Tanika Gupta.
Visit www.theatrecloud.com for cast interviews, behind-the-scenes insights and exciting ways to get involved with this show.
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THE TOURING CONSORTIUM THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS A BIRMINGHAM REPERTORY THEATRE COMPANY PRODUCTION
TICKETS
FROM:
£12*
st interviews and exciting ways to get involved with this show

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FEBRUARY 2017
Choose your seats online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk
TICKETS
FROM:
£20.50*
TUESDAY 21 – SATURDAY 25 FEBRUARY
TUE – THU AT 7.30PM, FRI AT 5PM & 8.30PM, SAT AT 4PM & 8PM
DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END
CELEBRATING THE UNDISPUTED KING OF POP
THRILLER LIVE
Direct from London’s West End where it is now in its record breaking 8th year, THRILLER LIVE
is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer.
Seen by over four million people in over 30 countries, THRILLER LIVE continues to moonwalk
around the world, taking you on a visual, audio and electrifying journey through the magic of
Michael’s 45 year musical history.
You will experience over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to rock, soul to disco as the cast
pay homage to Jackson’s legendary live performances and innovative dance moves executed
with flair, precision and passion, this is a show that you will never forget.
Expect your favourite songs delivered by an exceptionally talented cast and band, including:
I Want You Back, ABC, Can You Feel It, Off The Wall, The Way You Make Me Feel, Smooth
Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Dirty Diana, Bad, Rock With You, They Don’t Care About Us,
Dangerous and Thriller plus many more!
PAUL WALDEN & DEREK NICOL FOR FLYING MUSIC IN ASSOCIATION WITH ADRIAN GRANT FOR KEY CONCERTS PRESENT
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“YOU CAN’T BEAT IT!”
HHHH
EVENING STANDARD
“DAZZLINGLY WELL-DRILLED
AND BRILLIANTLY DONE”
MAIL ON SUNDAY
FRIENDS OF
THE GRAND

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FEBRUARY/MARCH 2017
MONDAY 27 FEBRUARY
– SATURDAY 4 MARCH
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM,
MATINEES WED & SAT 2.30PM
SISTER ACT
An all new production of the Broadway
and West End smash hit musical comedy
SISTER ACT returns to the UK starring
Alexandra Burke* (The X Factor,
The Bodyguard).
Directed and choreographed by Craig Revel
Horwood, SISTER ACT is the feel-amazing
musical comedy based on the smash hit movie
starring Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie Smith.
Featuring original music by Tony®
and 8-time
Oscar®
winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin
and Beauty and the Beast, Newsies, Enchanted),
dazzling dance routines and songs inspired by
Motown, soul and disco, SISTER ACT is the
funniest and funkiest musical around.
SISTER ACT tells the hilarious story of Deloris
Van Cartier, a disco diva whose life takes a
surprising turn when she witnesses a murder.
Under protective custody she is hidden in the
one place she won’t be found – a Convent!
Disguised as a nun and under the suspicious
watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her
fellow sisters find their voices as she
unexpectedly rediscovers her own.
A sparkling tribute to the universal power of
friendship, sisterhood and music.
*At matinee performances the role of Deloris
Van Cartier will be played by Joanna Francis
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WEDNESDAY 8 MARCH 7.30PM
HALFWAY TO PARADISE
– THE BILLY FURY STORY
On their 20th Anniversary Tour and with stunning
new live screen footage, Billy's own band, the all original
Furys Tornados, are able to play live once more with
Billy Fury in an electric and emotional concert.
29 hits including "I Will","Last Night Was Made For Love",
"Wondrous Place", and of course "Halfway To Paradise".
With the sensational Colin Gold as Fury. Introduced
onscreen by Lisa Voice (Billy's long time partner).
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FRIDAY 10 MARCH 7.30PM
THE UPBEAT BEATLES
THE UPBEAT BEATLES are second to none - powerhouse
vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship. There
isn’t a band to touch them - 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and
you will know why! No other band can perform this song
like the Upbeat Beatles! The show takes you through the
Fab Four’s long and winding road from the early Cavern days
through Beatlemania, America, Sergeant Pepper to Abbey
Road, with narrative and full multi-media presentation.
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THURSDAY 9 MARCH 7.30PM
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL
Sponsored by Promensil Menopause and starring Cheryl
Fergison (EastEnders), Maureen Nolan (The Nolans),
Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) and Ruth Berkeley
(Penny Dreadful) this hysterical all-singing, all-dancing
comedy is set in a department store, where four women
with seemingly nothing in common, meet by chance and
make fun of their woeful lives experiencing ‘The Change’
and their problems with forgetfulness, mood swings,
wrinkles, night sweats and chocolate binges.
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SATURDAY 11 MARCH 7.30PM
SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS
From the creators of Essence of Ireland and Ireland's Call The
Musical, SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS brings to life the music
of Ireland's favorite sons – The Dubliners.
Join a hugely talented cast of musicians and singers as they
tell the story of this iconic band, in a show that will have
you singing along to such classics as The Wild Rover, Molly
Malone, The Black Velvet Band, The Irish Rover and of course
The Seven Drunken Nights.
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MARCH 2017
TUESDAY 14 – SATURDAY 18 MARCH
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, MATINEES WED & SAT AT 2.30PM
WOLVERHAMPTON MUSICAL COMEDY COMPANY (MUSCOM) ARE
PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THEIR MARCH 2017 PRODUCTION
ALL SHOOK UP
It’s 1955 and when a guitar-playing roustabout rides into a square little town in a square little
state everyone and everything changes. Inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley this
lip-curling, hip-swivelling musical comedy based on Shakespeare's Twelfth Night will have you
rockin’ out of your ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ and leave you ‘All Shook Up’ with the classic hits such
as ‘Heartbreak Hotel’, ‘Jailhouse Rock’, ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’ and many more…
An Amateur Production.
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WEDNESDAY 22 –
SUNDAY 26 MARCH
WED AT 7PM, THU & FRI AT
10.30AM & 7PM, SAT AT 10.30AM
& 2.30PM, SUN AT 11AM
DAVID WALLIAMS
GANGSTA
GRANNY –
LIVE ON STAGE!
It’s Friday night and Ben knows
that means only one thing –
staying with Granny!
There will be cabbage soup, cabbage
pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows
one thing for sure – it’s going to be
sooooooooo boring! But what Ben
doesn’t know is that Granny has a
secret – and Friday nights are about
to get more exciting than he could
ever imagine, as he embarks on the
adventure of a lifetime with his very
own Gangsta Granny!
From the acclaimed producers of
Horrible Histories comes the world
premiere of this amazing story by
David Walliams, the UK’s
best-selling author for children.
MONDAY 20 – TUESDAY 21 MARCH
MONDAY AT 1PM AND 4PM,
TUESDAY AT 10.30AM
MR BLOOM’S
NURSERY – LIVE!
Bring your ‘tiddlers’ along to join Mr Bloom and the
Veggies on their first ever live tour!
They’re busily getting the allotment ready for a very
special visit from a member of the Royal family. So why
don’t you, ‘Pop along and say ‘ello’ too for a right-Royal
knees up.
Featuring all of the much loved elements of the TV show,
Mr Bloom (Ben Faulks) will be joined by his veggie
friends and his trusty compostarium!
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Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2011.
Cover lettering of author’s name ©Quentin Blake, 2010
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MARCH/APRIL 2017
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SATURDAY 1 APRIL
7.30PM (drinks reception from 6.30pm)
THE GRAND THEATRE’S
GREAT GATSBY NIGHT
From the Charleston and Black Bottom of the 1920s through the beautiful classic songs of the
1930s, to swing and jazz mayhem, Michael Law's Piccadilly Dance Orchestra and the
Gatsby Girls, join the team at the Grand Theatre for a party night of razzle dazzle, featuring
some of the greatest dance music of the golden jazz era.
We will transport you back to a world of sophistication, glitz and glamour, delighting your senses
with the flapper fun and frolics of the 1920s.
Join us for a glass of fizz from 6.30pm then sit back and enjoy our show.
Gatsby dress is encouraged.
Great
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MONDAY 3 – SATURDAY 8 APRIL
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, MATINEES WED & SAT AT 2.30PM
THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
Fawlty Towers meets Noises Off in this multi award-winning West End smash hit comedy
The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as the title
suggests, everything that can go wrong… does! As the accident prone thesps battle on against
all the odds to reach their final curtain call, hilarious results ensue!
Hailed “a gut-busting hit” by the New York Times, Mischief Theatre’s sell-out West End comedy
has won a host of celebrity endorsements from the likes of Joanna Lumley “We laughed until the
tears ran down our faces, it has to be seen” to Ant & Dec “The funniest show we’ve seen!
If you can get a ticket, go!”
Don’t miss this brilliantly funny comedy that’s guaranteed to leave you aching with laughter!
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APRIL 2017
SUNDAY 2 APRIL
7PM
AN EVENING
WITH PHILLIP DYSON
INTERNATIONAL CONCERT PIANIST
RAGTIME ... AND ALL THAT JAZZ!
Celebrating the Centenary of Scott Joplin!
International Concert Pianist Phillip Dyson has been
described as simply "brilliant", with a "wonderfully dry,
very British sense of humour" and a recent recital in
New York City accredited him as nothing less than
"magnificent". A world class pianist and great entertainer
performing to 'sell-out' audiences around the world.
Tonight, the charismatic Phillip Dyson invites you to a
sensational show RAGTIME ... AND ALL THAT JAZZ!
Celebrating the Centenary of Scott Joplin and featuring
such wonderful toe-tapping classics, as: Maple Leaf Rag,
The Entertainer, Bethena, Swipesy Cake Walk, and Elite
Syncopations, Fats Waller’s Honeysuckle Rose, George
Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and I Got Rhythm, Duke
Ellington’s Don't Get Around Much Anymore; along with
sophisticated arrangements from the 'Great American
Songbook', including: Cole Porter’s Anything Goes, Irving
Berlin’s Cheek to Cheek ......and much more!
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SUNDAY 9 APRIL
7.30PM
PASHA KOVALEV
LET’S DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY
Pasha Kovalev from Strictly Come Dancing and his
fantastic dancers are back again touring the UK with
their completely brand new show. Expect all your
favourite dances, stunning costumes, great music,
chat and fun for all the family.
Pasha won Strictly Come Dancing with Caroline
Flack in 2014 and has scored more 10's than any
other professional dancer since the series began.
This is your chance to watch him live! Early bird
bookings by 31st December get a complimentary
question and answer session before the show.
LIMITED AVAILABILITY FOR SPECIAL TICKETS TO A MEET
AND GREET WITH PASHA AFTER THE SHOW. ASK THE
BOX OFFICE FOR DETAILS WHEN BOOKING.
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SATURDAY 15 APRIL 7.30PM
REAL DIAMOND
THE NEIL DIAMOND ROCKS TOUR
Singer, songwriter and living legend, Neil Diamond is best
known for his beautiful romantic ballads.... Songs like "Love
on the Rocks", "I am....I Said" and "Play Me"; and of course,
no great Diamond tribute show, like John Hylton's
REAL DIAMOND, would ever leave them out! But, the rest
of this night will be filled with the rhythm, power and beat of
the foot tappers, the hand clappers and the headbangers...
because tonight, you'd better believe it, Neil Diamond
ROCKS!
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FRIDAY 14 APRIL 7.30PM
BIRMINGHAM BACH CHOIR
MESSIAH
CONDUCTOR PAUL SPICER
Birmingham Bach Choir is one of the UK’s
leading large chamber choirs and together with their
orchestra and soloists, Paul Spicer conducts a full Good
Friday performance of Handel’s beautiful masterpiece
MESSIAH.
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SUNDAY 16 APRIL 3PM
CIRQUE DU HILARIOUS
COMEDY EXPLOSION
Starring Clive Webb and Danny Adams
Clive & Danny once again bring madness and mayhem with
a brand new show for 2017.
Dubbed "The Superstars of Slapstick", father and son
Clive and Danny's particular brand of lunacy runs
throughout the show, causing havoc and chaos on stage,
and screams of laughter from all the family. Joined by village
idiot Michael Potts and a full supporting cast including the
Cirque du Hilarious Showgirls, Rock Band Clownforce
and International Circus Acts.
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APRIL 2017
TUESDAY 11 APRIL
7.30PM
PUCCINI’S
TOSCA
Puccini’s visceral depiction of
love in the midst of a war-
torn Rome, Tosca is one of the
world’s best-loved operas,
brimming with lust, corruption
and political intrigue.
When the painter Cavaradossi
helps a fugitive escape, he attracts
the attention of Scarpia, the
malevolent chief of police.
What will Tosca be prepared to
sacrifice to save her lover from
his fate?
ENGLISH TOURING OPERA
GILBERT & SULLIVAN’S
PATIENCE
Patience pokes fun at the
eccentric affectations of
barely-disguised Victorian
celebrities, including Oscar
Wilde and his followers.
Willowy poets, sighing
maidens, hearty milkmaids
and burly officers – all become
targets of Gilbert and Sullivan’s
razor-sharp wit. Expect plenty
of tunes and humour as fresh
today as it was at the first
performance.
MONDAY 10 APRIL
7.30PM
Book online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk
SPRING 2017 SEASON
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APRIL 2017
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TUESDAY 18 – SATURDAY 22 APRIL
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, MATINEES WED,
THU & SAT AT 2.30PM
SUNNY
AFTERNOON
SUNNY AFTERNOON tells the
captivating tale of how one of
Britain’s greatest bands, The Kinks,
rose to stardom. Step into swinging
60s Britain and discover how The Kinks
found their definitive sound that rocked
a nation and influenced generations.
Featuring the iconic hits You Really Got Me,
Waterloo Sunset, Dedicated Follower of
Fashion, All Day and All of the Night, Lola,
Sunny Afternoon and many more, this
production fizzes with energy, and is a fresh
new ‘Great British Musical’ (The Times) that
will make your spirits soar.
With music and lyrics by Ray Davies (Olivier
Award for Outstanding Achievement in
Music), a new book by Joe Penhall and
direction by Edward Hall, SUNNY
AFTERNOON’s faultless musicianship and
brilliant songs come together for a moving
portrayal of The Kinks’ amazing journey
during the youthful, rebellious 1960s.
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"A COLOURFUL AND
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SINCE JERSEY BOYS”
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TUESDAY 25 – SATURDAY 29 APRIL
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, MATINEES WED & SAT AT 2.30PM
ROCK OF AGES
BY WBOS
ROCK OF AGES takes you back to a time of big bands, with big egos, playing big guitar solos,
and sporting even bigger hair!
This worldwide powerhouse smash-hit musical features a mix of the best 80s tunes including
We Built This City, The Final Countdown, Here I Go Again, Can’t Fight This Feeling and I Want To
Know What Love Is.
It’s 1987 and the party has been raging hard on LA's infamous Sunset Strip. A small town girl
meets a big city rocker and they chase their dreams and fall in love to the greatest hits of the 80s.
ROCK OF AGES, is a hilarious, feel-good, arena-rock-n-roll love story told through the mind
blowing, face-melting hits of Night Ranger, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister,
Poison, Asia, Foreigner, Whitesnake and many more. ARE YOU READY TO ROCK?!
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APRIL/MAY 2017
SUNDAY 14 MAY 7.30PM
THE SIMON AND
GARFUNKEL STORY
50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
Direct from its success in London’s West End, a
SOLD OUT UK tour and standing ovations at every
performance, THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
is back! Using huge projection photos and original
film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration
also features a full live band performing all the hits
including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over
Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.
Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not
to be missed!
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“FANTASTIC”ELAINE PAIGE, BBC RADIO 2
“AUTHENTIC AND EXCITING” THE STAGE
Book online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk
SUNDAY 30 APRIL 7.30PM
THE SOLID SILVER
60s SHOW
Over 30 years, the SOLID SILVER 60s SHOW has
entertained the nation and celebrated history’s most
successful decade of music.
Commonly referred to as an institution on the 60s
circuit, SS60s is the UK’s original and premier sixties
show, bringing you classic hits performed by the
original hit makers.
In 2017 we are delighted to welcome back Solid Silver
60s favourites The Merseybeats. Performing
alongside them after his successful appearance on
last year’s tour, we are delighted to welcome back
Dave Berry. Completing this stellar line up, we also
are thrilled to see the return of Wayne Fontana
and Vanity Fare to the bill and are delighted to
welcome back our very special guest Chris Montez
from the USA.
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TUESDAY 2 – SATURDAY 6 MAY
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, MATINEES WED & SAT AT 2.30PM
MIDDLE GROUND THEATRE COMPANY LTD PRESENTS THE WORLD STAGE PREMIERE OF
THE VERDICT BY BARRY REED
ADAPTED BY MARGARET MAY HOBBS
DESIGNED & DIRECTED BY MICHAEL LUNNEY
What price the truth? Frank Galvin is a washed up veteran lawyer and an alcoholic. He is
presented with one last chance to redeem himself when he is given an open-and-shut medical
malpractice case that no one thinks he can win. A stunning courtroom thriller made famous by
the five times Oscar-nominated Sidney Lumet film with Paul Newman and James Mason.
Clive Mantle has been a household favourite for over three decades, with regular roles in hit
television series Robin Of Sherwood, The Vicar Of Dibley, Mount Pleasant, White Van Man, Game of
Thrones and of course Dr Mike Barratt in both Casualty and Holby City. Jack Shepherd is one of our
most celebrated actors and has a distinguished career in theatre, television and film spanning over
fifty years. He is probably best known for his portrayal of Detective Superintendent Charles Wycliffe
in the hugely popular television series Wycliffe. The cast also includes Richard Walsh (London's
Burning), Peter Harding, Cassie Bancroft, Tom Roberts (Emmerdale / 2point4 Children), Veronica
Quilligan, Okon Jones, Michael Lunney, Nuala Walsh, Eugenia Caruso, Jog Maher and Hannah Timms.
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MAY 2017
TUESDAY 9 – SATURDAY 13 MAY
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, MATINEES WED, THUR & SAT AT 2.30PM
DIRECT FROM ITS WEST END TRIUMPH
EVITA
LYRICS BY TIM RICE • MUSIC BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER
Following its smash hit run at London’s Dominion Theatre, Bill Kenwright’s production of
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s EVITA is set to thrill audiences once again across the UK.
Telling the story of Eva Peron, wife of former Argentine dictator Juan Peron, EVITA follows Eva’s
journey from humble beginnings through to extraordinary wealth, power and iconic status which
ultimately lead her to be heralded as the ‘spiritual leader of the nation’ by the Argentine people.
With more than 20 major awards to its credit, including the Oscar winning film version starring
Madonna and Antonio Banderas, and featuring some of the most iconic songs in musical
theatre, including Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, On This Night of a Thousand Stars, You Must
Love Me, and Another Suitcase in Another Hall, this smash hit show truly promises to be THE
THEATRICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR!
Choose your seats online at www.grandtheatre.co.uk
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THURSDAY 18 MAY
7.30PM
HILARITY
CHARITY GALA
Wolverhampton’s biggest line up of comedians returns
for a fourth hilarious night of laugh out loud comedy
at the Grand.
Previous years’ line ups have included some of
the biggest names in British comedy, including
Jon Richardson, Josh Widdicombe, Russell Howard,
Greg Davies and Rob Beckett so make sure you book
your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Look out for social media updates regarding
this years’ line-up.
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WEDNESDAY 17 MAY
2.30PM AND 7.30PM
A GRAND
MUSIC HALL
A star studded line up will be announced
over the coming months for the premiere of
A GRAND MUSIC HALL.
Come and join in the nostalgia as we transport you
back to the good old days of the Music Hall.
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MAY/JUNE 2017
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SATURDAY 20 MAY
7.30PM
AN EVENING WITH
BOYCOTT & AGGERS
Following their first run of hugely popular events, the
extraordinary odd couple return again in 2017 by popular
demand to enthrall, dazzle and entertain. The show will
be celebrating the 40th Anniversary of ‘Sir’ Geoffrey’s
hundredth 100 with their brand new show.
Aggers challenges GB to justify his forthright views on
cricket and life in general and our Geoffrey will say exactly
what he thinks (what else?) about the ECB, England’s
management and coaching staff, team selection, the
captaincy and many other subjects he has hit out on in his
latest autobiography, on air and in print.
The show is peppered with hilarious anecdotes, the audi-
ence can tweet Aggers live with their own questions and
the evening will, as ever, be fun, fiery and full of surprises!
The events are being run in support of the Professional
Cricketers Association and we are raising money which
will go to the organisation’s Benevolent Fund.
THURSDAY 1 JUNE
7.30PM
JASPER CARROTT’S
STAND UP AND ROCK
JASPER CARROTT’S STAND UP AND ROCK does
what it says on the tin….Jasper is back to his very
best….mic in hand regaling the audience with his
inimitable stand up routines before introducing his
musical compatriots that have been ‘rockin’
audiences all over the world.
Touring with some of Jasper’s best friends
comprising of some of the country’s finest
musicians, the 2017 line up will be released soon.
So do not miss this unique show that gives the
opportunity to see and hear great legendary artistes
belt out a night of fantastic songs and Jasper back
where he belongs……making us laugh!!
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MONDAY 22 – SATURDAY 27 MAY
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY MATINEES AT 2.30PM
THE WOMAN IN BLACK
Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s
ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping production, directed by Robin Herford, is a
brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.
A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the
spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying
story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they
reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie
marshes and moaning winds.
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MAY 2017
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TUESDAY 30 – WEDNESDAY 31 MAY 7.30PM
THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PYJAMAS
Divided by a barbed wire fence, Bruno doesn’t understand anything about where Shmuel
lives, or who he is. To him, he’s just a new friend – a boy wearing a pair of striped pyjamas.
As this unlikely friendship blossoms against the backdrop of the unthinkable events of
World War II, Bruno’s childlike curiosity leads this poignant story to a devastating conclusion.
The UK’s foremost narrative ballet company, Northern Ballet, present this heartbreaking
story through dance for the very first time.
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WEDNESDAY 31 MAY 12.30PM & 2.30PM
GOLDILOCKS
& THE THREE BEARS
Goldilocks is a mischievous little girl with hair as
bright as gold. Always on the look-out for an
adventure, one day her curiosity leads her to a
house full of many surprises. With a family of
friendly bears, a beautiful blue bird and bowls of
delicious porridge, this ballet is just right!
Bringing this classic children’s story to life,
Goldilocks & the Three Bears is the perfect
opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet,
music and theatre for the first time.
This child friendly performance lasts
approximately 40 minutes.
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TUESDAY 6 – SATURDAY 10 JUNE
TUES AT 7.15PM, WED AT 1.45PM, THU AT 10AM & 1.45PM, FRI AT 7.15PM,
SAT AT 2.30PM & 7.15PM
CHILDREN’S TOURING PARTNERSHIP PRESENTS
RUNNING WILD
BY MICHAEL MORPURGO
IN AN ADAPTATION BY SAMUEL ADAMSON
ORIGINALLY PRODUCED BY REGENT'S PARK THEATRE AND
CHICHESTER FESTIVAL THEATRE
For Lilly, going to Indonesia isn’t just another holiday with mum. It’s a new start, and the chance
to ride an elephant called Oona. But then the tsunami hit – and Oona charges into the jungle,
with her young rider desperately clinging on.
Directed by Dale Rooks and Timothy Sheader with puppetry design and direction by Finn Caldwell
and Toby Olié, both previous Associate Puppetry Directors on War Horse, this epic and spectacular
production tells an emotional and moving story of love, loss, loyalty and of living for the moment.
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JUNE 2017
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WEDNESDAY 21 JUNE
7.30PM
STEWART LEE
CONTENT PROVIDER
After four years writing and performing his TV show
Stewart Lee’s Comedy Vehicle, CONTENT PROVIDER
is Stewart’s first brand new full-length show since the
award-winning Carpet Remnant World.
TICKETS
FROM:
£23*
AGE
GUIDANCE:
16+
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“IN A LEAGUE OF HIS OWN” MAIL ON SUNDAY
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“THE BEST COMEDIAN IN BRITAIN” MIRROR
THURSDAY 22 – SATURDAY 24 JUNE
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, SATURDAY MATINEES AT 2.30PM
ALL OR NOTHING
In 1964, a new phenomenon exploded onto the dingy British streets. It was the essence of all that
was cool. It was Mod. Mods stuck two fingers up at the class-ridden society and its dull redundant
culture. They were working-class free spirits who rode sexy streamlined Italian Vespas or
Lambrettas. The sharpest Mod of all was known as a ‘FACE’.
The Small Faces encapsulated all that is Mod, a unique blend of taste and testosterone, neat,
clothes obsessed and street-wise. But these cult sophisticates shared another passion, their
dedication to Rhythm ‘n’ Blues. This quintessentially British ‘Mod’ Musical celebrates the unique
sound of the iconic ‘60s Mod band, The Small Faces.
Featuring the music of the Small Faces, including an arsenal of brilliant hits like Whatcha Gonna Do
About It, Lazy Sunday, Tin Soldier, Sha La La La Lee, Itchycoo Park and of course All Or Nothing.
TICKETS
FROM:
£13.50*
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THE GRAND

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TUESDAY 27 JUNE – SATURDAY 1 JULY
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & SATURDAY MATINEES AT 2.30PM
BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
LA CAGE AUX FOLLES
Georges and the dazzling drag artiste Albin, star of la Cage aux Folles, live an idyllic existence
in the heart of St Tropez. But behind the curtains of this sparkling extravaganza, all may be
about to change.
Georges’ son Jean-Michel announces his engagement to the daughter of a notorious right-wing
politician determined to close down the local colourful night-life. Drama and hilarity ensue when a
meeting of the parents forces them to cover up their vibrant lifestyle. Will Albin be able to play the
role of his life to ensure that Jean-Michel can marry his love?
Bill Kenwright presents a new spectacular version of the much loved musical starring West End
leading man John Partridge. John’s extensive theatre credits boast the West End productions of
Cats, A Chorus Line and Starlight Express and he is currently playing to rave reviews as Billy Flynn
in the UK tour of Chicago. However, perhaps John is best known for playing the loveable
Christian in BBC’s EastEnders.
TICKETS
FROM:
£24.50*
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MONDAY 3 – SATURDAY 8 JULY
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY MATINEES AT 2.30PM
BILL KENWRIGHT PRESENTS
RUTH RENDELL’S A JUDGEMENT IN STONE
Eunice struggles to fit in. When she joins a wealthy family as their housekeeper the very reason for
her awkwardness, long hidden and deeply buried, leads inexorably to a terrible tale of murder
- on Valentine’s Day. Ruth Rendell’s brilliant plot unravels a lifetime of deceit, which, when
revealed, brings a shocking revelation almost as grizzly as murder itself.
Led by Director Roy Marsden, best known as an actor for playing PD James’ detective hero Adam
Dalgliesh, the cast includes Film, TV and Stage favourite Sophie Ward who played the ill-fated
love interest of Young Sherlock Holmes and Dr Helen Trent in Heartbeat, pop-idol Mark Wynter
who has featured in seven Agatha Christie Company productions, Deborah Grant, Not Going Out
and Bergerac, movie icon Shirley Anne Field who became an overnight star in The Entertainer
opposite Sir Laurence Olivier and Albert Finney in Saturday Night and Sunday Morning, Antony
Costa who shot to fame in chart topping boy band Blue and Company stalwart Ben Nealon from
ITV’s award winning Soldier Soldier.
TICKETS
FROM:
£13*
JUNE/JULY 2017
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THE GRAND

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TICKETS
FROM:
£22.50*
THURSDAY 20 JULY
7.30PM
THE ELVIS YEARS
THE STORY OF THE KING
Celebrating 10 years on the road, this outstanding musical production brings to the
stage the incredible and compelling story of the ‘king of rock and roll’ - Elvis Presley.
Mario Kombou stars in this feelgood show that will instantly transport you back to the
golden years of rock’n’roll, as you witness Elvis audition for the very first time at Sun Studios,
then become part of the TV audience for the '68 Comeback Special, and finally dance in the aisles
at a Las Vegas concert as Mario recreates the charisma, stage presence and humour of the man
himself - you may even get your hands on a scarf!
Taking in all the biggest hits including Always On My Mind, All Shook Up, Blue Suede Shoes,
Suspicious Minds, American Trilogy as well as Hollywood favourites Bossa Nova Baby and Viva
Las Vegas, you will leave the building on cloud 9!!
“THE BEST ELVIS SINCE ELVIS!”DONNA PRESLEY
“THE KING IS RE-BORN – THE AUDIENCE LOVED IT”THE TIMES
“ELVIS LIVES”DAILY MIRROR

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JULY 2017
TICKETS
FROM:
£26.50*
MONDAY 24 – SATURDAY 29 JULY
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM, WED & SAT MATINEE AT 2.30PM
FUNNY GIRL
Hot on the heels of a record breaking, critically acclaimed West End run this
‘utterly irresistible’ (The Sunday Times) new production of Funny Girl is now coming to
Wolverhampton.
FUNNY GIRL brought global fame to Barbra Streisand 50 years ago and boasts some of the
most iconic songs in film and theatre history, including People and Don’t Rain On
My Parade.
This ‘exhilarating’ (The Independent) musical tells the story of Fanny Brice, whose vocal talents
and comedic ability see her rise from Brooklyn music hall singer to Broadway star.
Don’t miss your chance to see this ‘phenomenal’ (The Telegraph) production when it comes to
Wolverhampton Grand for one week only in July 2017.
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TUESDAY 15 – SATURDAY 19 AUGUST
EVENINGS AT 7.30PM,
MATINEES WED & SAT AT 2.30PM
TRESPASS:
A GHOST STORY
BY EMLYN WILLIAMS
Is it really possible to bring a loved-one back from
the dead? Christine certainly believes so and has
already engaged various mediums in unsuccessful
attempts to restore her recently dead, much loved
husband, to life. But undeterred by failure, she
has now invited Saviello, an Italian medium with
a reassuring record of success. Yet is he what he
appears to be? And what about his down-to-
earth 'manager' Mrs. Amos?
As Shakespeare's Hamlet said to his friend
Horatio: "There are more things in heaven and
earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your
philosophy'. In Trespass, Emlyn Williams explores
some unusual aspects of the supernatural
however be warned, this production may well
have you looking carefully around your bedroom
before you reach out for the light switch ….
WOLVERHAMPTON GRAND THEATRE AND
TALKING SCARLET PRESENT THE
Drama Season2017
BOOK GOLD SEATS FOR ALL THREE PLAYS FOR £69*
(FRIENDS £63*)
ALL OTHER SEATS £63*
(FRIENDS £57*)
TICKETS FROM: £15.50*

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THE DRAMA SEASON 2017
WEDNESDAY 23 AUG – SUNDAY 3 SEPT
EVENINGS WEEKDAYS & SAT AT 7.30PM
& SUN 27 AUG AT 7PM
MATINEES SAT AT 2.30PM, SUN AT 2PM,
THUR 31 AUG AT 2.30PM
BRASSED OFF
BY PAUL ALLEN AND MARK HERMAN
Based on a true story, BRASSED OFF is a funny and
life-affirming tale of community spirit and triumph in
the face of adversity.
It’s 1992; and Danny’s lifelong ambition to lead
Grimley Colliery Band to the National Brass Band
Competition at the Royal Albert Hall looks like it
might finally happen. But as Grimley pit faces
closure, the future looks bleak as the town is thrown
into conflict.
Flugelhorn player Gloria arrives in town bringing with
her a renewed sense of hope and a touch of romance,
but no-one knows who she’s really playing for...
Adapted from the 1996 film starring Ewan McGregor,
BRASSED OFF features a full brass band from the
local area playing music including: William Tell
Overture, Death and Glory, Danny Boy, Land of
Hope and Glory and Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez.
EXCITING COMMUNITY PRODUCTION
TUESDAY 5 – SATURDAY 9 SEPTEMBER
MATINEES WED & SAT AT 2.30PM
THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY
PRODUCTION OF
IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY
BY RAY COONEY
Dr. David Mortimore, renowned neurologist, is about
to deliver the most important lecture of his life. A
knighthood is certainly within reach! When into his
hospital sanctuary comes Jane Tate - ex-nurse and
ex-girlfriend - with shocking news as to why she
departed so hastily 16 years and nine months ago.
Not only is Dr. Mortimore the father of her son Leslie,
but the strapping teenager is now in reception baying
to see his long lost parent!
Trying to hold both his career and marriage together,
there is only one solution for Dr. Mortimore – send
for faithful friend Dr. Bonney. What ensues is a
dangerous web of expanding lies and manic cover-ups
involving a Police Sergeant, Dr. Mortimore’s wife,
a severe hospital Matron and Dr. Bonney’s mother as
the duo improvise at breathtaking speed in a near
faultless piece of theatrical invention with the
inevitable ... hilarious consequences.
IT RUNS IN THE FAMILY is farce at its finest, spinning
deliriously out of control and tickling the funny bones
in traditional Ray Cooney fashion. You mustn’t miss it!
TICKETS FROM: £15.50* TICKETS FROM: £15.50*

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FRIENDS OF
THE GRAND
JOIN
TODAY &
START
SAVING
STANDARD
MEMBERSHIP JUST
£26PER YEAR FOR
TWO PEOPLE
The Friends scheme has some of the highest individual theatre membership levels in
the country, with members paying one of the smallest subscription fees for a range of
fantastic benefits.
FOR OVER 30 YEARS
THEATREGOERS AT THE GRAND
HAVE ENJOYED THE BENEFITS
OF BECOMING A FRIEND OF
THE THEATRE.
A standard membership for two people costs just
£26 a year and includes:
• 15% SAVING on two tickets for the majority
of performances
• ADVANCE NOTICE of most productions
• EXCLUSIVE PRIORITY BOOKING PERIOD
for most productions
• SPECIAL EVENTS and VIP LAUNCHES
• EVEN BIGGER SAVINGS
on special subscription offers!
FRIENDSOF
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YOUNG FRIENDS OF THE GRAND
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STANDBY TICKETS FOR SELECTED SHOWS
ADVANCE NOTICE OF MOSTPRODUCTIONS IN EXCLUSIVE EMAIL
NEWSLETTER
EXCLUSIVE PRIORITY BOOKING PERIOD FOR
MOST PRODUCTIONS
EXCLUSIVE SIXTEEN25 EVENTS
If you are aged 16-25 and have an interest in
theatre, why not join out new membership scheme?
It gives you a chance to see some of the country’s
biggest and best touring productions at a price that
won’t break the bank!
costs just £15 per year,
with all the below benefits:
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To become a member visit
or call the Box Office on
01902 429212
SPONSORED BY
FRIENDS OF
THE GRAND
SAVING OF 15% OFF ONE TICKET
FOR MOST PERFORMANCES AT THE GRAND
For only £15 per year, First Call members will get all
the below benefits:
• Special First Call ticket offer for selected shows*
• Priority booking period for many Grand Theatre shows
• Advance notice of most productions in a First Call
email newsletter
• Exclusive First Call events
* The First Call ticket offer will include two tickets; one child ticket for the member and one adult ticket for the parent/guardian
Specially designed for 8-15 year
olds, First Call is the perfect way to
explore your interest in theatre.
We have lots of shows you can
enjoy; everything from Musicals to
Plays, Hip Hop to Ballet and
much more! If you like theatre and
want to see more or it, join
First Call today!
TO BECOME A MEMBER VISIT OR CALL THE BOX OFFICE ON 01902 429212
YOUR FIRST CALL
TO A WORLD OF
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THE GRAND THEATRE CAN HELP PUT YOUR
BUSINESS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
September 2015 we re-launched our Business Membership
to incorporate a full hospitality service along with an attractive
advertising package.
For more information or to become a member please contact Assoctiate
Director, Development & Communications Vicky Price on 01902 57 33 20
or email vickyp@grandtheatre.co.uk
BUSINESS
CLUB
We thank our current
members for their
continued support:
The Grand Theatre
gratefully
acknowledges the
support of
Wolverhampton
City Council

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BUSINESS CLUB
BUSINESS CLUB
MEMBERSHIP
GRAND PREMIER
£4000+VAT
• 40 complimentary tickets for
any show (excluding amateur
productions).
• 40 complimentary house
programmes.
• Business logo on the business
page of the website.
• Business logo in the season
brochures.
• Business logo in the house
programmes.
• Complimentary use of the
function room (subject to
availability).
• Interval screen advertising for
9 months.
• 2 full page house
programme adverts.
• 2 complimentary hires of
a VIP Booth.
GRAND EXECUTIVE
£6000+VAT
• 60 complimentary tickets for
any show (excluding amateur
productions).
• 60 complimentary house
programmes.
• Business logo on the business
page of the website.
• Business logo in the season
brochures.
• Business logo in the house
programmes.
• Complimentary use of the
function room (subject to
availability).
• Interval screen advertising
for 12 months.
• 4 full page house
programme adverts.
• 1 complimentary function for
up to 20 people with buffet
and drinks.
• Backstage tour for up to
20 people.
• 3 complimentary hires of
a VIP Booth.
GRAND CLUB
£2000+VAT
• 20 complimentary tickets for
any show (excluding amateur
productions).
• 20 complimentary house
programmes.
• Business logo on the business
page of the website.
• Business logo in the season
brochures.
• Business logo in the house
programmes.
• Complimentary use of the
function room (subject to
availability).
• Interval screen advertising for
6 months.
• 1 half page house
programme advert.
• 1 complimentary hire of
a VIP Booth.

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ACCESS SERVICES
BSL interpreted, Audio Described and
Relaxed performances are among
the services that are offered at
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre. For
further information on access services
available, go to the theatre’s website
and select the ACCESS menu. Here you
can find full listings of all our access
performances and information regarding
patrons with access needs. If you need
to speak to someone about your access
requirements you can contact Sue
Howell our Access and Operations
Manager. Orientation sessions are
available to look at the venue to view
seats and access facilities in person.
ADDITIONAL ACCESS FACILITIES
Induction loops are available for hard of
hearing patrons at all performances,
and are located at the foyer bar. The
auditorium uses an infra red system
which transmits sounds from the stage
to a headset. This system works with
most hearing aids and the stethoscope
style unit can be used by patrons
without hearing aids to increase the
volume of the performance. This unit is
also used for live commentary at Audio
Description performances giving detailed
information on the visual aspects of a
performance such as set, costumes and
action. Please note Audio Description
uses a separate channel on the headset
which does not interfere with other
uses of this system.
Headsets and necklace are available
from the foyer bar with a £2 refundable
deposit; you can also book them in
advance for Audio Description when
booking your tickets at the box office.
Patrons attending our Audio Described
and Interpreted Performances receive a
newsletter in large print.
Sue Howell
Access and Operations Manager
Tel: 01902 57 33 20
Email: sueh@grandtheatre.co.uk
SMS: 07973 83 81 89
www.grandtheatre.co.uk
The Grand Theatre’s Access Register is now open to join.
The register will support patrons with disabilities and provide
appropriate concessions for disabled patrons and their partners.
Joining is FREE and simple, all you need to do is request an
application form and return it to the theatre, along with the
required evidence to support your access needs. The information
provided ensures we are catering for all our patrons’ access needs,
as well as making future bookings quicker and simpler.
For further information on the Access Register contact the Box Office
on 01902 42 92 12 or email sueh@grandtheatre.co.uk.
ASSISTED
PERFORMANCES
ACCESS
DIRTY DANCING
Thu 1 December at 7.30pm
Sat 3 December at 2.30pm
ALADDIN 2016/17
Thu 12 January 2017
at 11am
Thu 12 January 2017
at 7.15pm
Sat 14 January 2017
at 2.30pm
Sun 15 January 2017
at 2.30pm
Thu 19 January 2017
at 11am
ANITA AND ME
Wed 15 February at 7.30pm
Sat 18 February at 2.30pm
SISTER ACT
Sat 4 March at 2.30pm
GANGSTA GRANNY
Sun 26 March at 11.00am
SUNNY AFTERNOON
Sat 22 April at 2.30pm
EVITA
Sat 13 May at 2.30pm
THE WOMAN IN BLACK
Thur 25 May at 7.30pm
RUNNING WILD
Sat 10 June at 2.30pm
A JUDGEMENT IN STONE
Wed 5 July at 7.30pm
FUNNY GIRL
Wed 26 July at 7.30pm
Saturday 29 July at 2.30pm
For a full list of assisted
performances go to
www.grandtheatre.co.uk/access
or join our access register to
receive updates.
ACCESS REGISTER
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CREATIVE LEARNING
CREATIVE
LEARNING
So far the fund has helped support
two major projects: our community
panto project; Come Fly With Us
and our schools pantomime tour; An
Introduction to Panto. As part of the
theatre’s first community panto project
we are currently working with over 20
local community groups and schools,
ranging from Teenage Cancer Trust
to Age UK. Each group has received
a free textile design workshop where
they have experimented with a range
of textile techniques to create their
own decorative design based on the
theme of ALADDIN. Once finished
these designs will be joined together to
create a vibrant magical flying carpet
which will be displayed at the theatre
during panto. We would like to thank
all the groups and schools for taking
part – there will be over 200 designs in
the finished carpet! – and don’t forget
to have a look at the magic carpet when
you visit the theatre during panto.
As part of our schools pantomime tour
we will have visited 20 local primary
and middle schools and performed
to over 4,000 children! The tour
introduces children to the magic of
pantomime with the Grand Theatre’s
very own pantomime dame, Ian Adams,
through an interactive workshop, live
performance and Q&A teaching children
about the history of pantomime and the
British values behind it. Our schools tour
provides an accessible opportunity to
enable all schools to introduce children
to the magical world of pantomime!
GRAND ARENA YOUTH THEATRE
The launch of Grand Arena Youth
Theatre in collaboration with the Arena
Theatre has been a huge success!
Available spaces sold out in 3 hours,
and members are currently thoroughly
enjoying learning new drama techniques
from our professional practitioners,
everything from improvisation through
to physical theatre. We will be offering
new spaces for January, however these
will be limited! If you would like to
be added to the email list for more
information please contact
claudiag@grandtheatre.co.uk.
Weekly rehearsals take place on
Monday evenings at the Arena
Theatre from 6pm-7.30pm for
Juniors, aged 9-13 and 8pm-9.30pm
for Seniors, aged 14-18.
The cost is £60 per 12 week
term (£5 per session).
PRE-SHOW TALKS
Enjoy a useful
introduction to the
following operas with
English Touring Opera.
Pre-show talks are
free and take place in
the Spotlight Lounge,
starting at 6.30pm and
lasting approximately
30 minutes, providing a
brilliant addition to your
understanding of the
operas.
GILBERT
& SULLIVAN’S
PATIENCE
MON 10 APRIL
PUCCINI’S TOSCA
TUE 11 APRIL
POST-SHOW TALKS
ANITA AND ME
THU 16 FEB
THE VERDICT
THU 4 MAY
CREATIVE LEARNING FUND
We would like to thank all of our patrons who have kindly donated
to the Grand Theatre’s Creative Learning Fund. The fund supports
educational and community development projects, enabling the
theatre to engage with and provide opportunities for both schools
and the local community, helping to create the next generation of
theatre-goers, to ensure a bright future for the Grand Theatre.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Travel and Parking
The Grand Theatre is situated on Lichfield Street in
the north east part of Wolverhampton City Centre,
with a wide selection of shops, restaurants and bars
in the immediate vicinity. The Light House Media
Centre, Arena Theatre Civic and Wulfrun Halls and
award-winning Art Gallery & Museum are
also close by.
Public Transport
The theatre is a three minute walk from
Wolverhampton Rail Station and three minutes
from Wolverhampton St Georges Metro Station.
The main Bus Station is a minute away.
Car Parking
Convenient car parks are situated at Broad Street,
Piper’s Row, Fryer Street, Railway Street and the
Virgin Trains Car Park at the station.
PLEASE NOTE: You may need to allow extra time
for parking on Wolves home match dates.
Visit www.wolves.co.uk/page/Fixtures for
the latest fixtures.
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre (1982) Ltd, Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton WV1 1DE
Charity No. 515154. Registered in England No 1731976. VAT No 371521471
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre gratefully acknowledges the grant given by Wolverhampton City Council.
Pipers Row Car Park
Railway St. Car Park
Broad Street. Car Park
Fryer Street Car Park
Virgin Trains Car Parking
NCP Car Parking
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Buy online, by telephone or in person
At grandtheatre.co.uk you can buy tickets online
24 hours a day. Tickets can be purchased in person
at the Box Office or by telephone, paying by credit
card, debit card or by cash (in person only). All
telephone calls are answered and placed in an
automatic queuing system, which ensures your call is
dealt with in strict rotation. The Box Office is usually
open from 11am to 9pm on performance days
Monday to Saturday, and one hour prior to Sunday
performances. On non-performance days the Box
office closes at 6pm.
Box Office: 01902 42 92 12
Groups: 01902 57 33 06
Stage Door: 01902 57 33 20
Calls are recorded and may be used for training
purposes.
Methods of Payment
The theatre accepts payment by cash, Visa Credit
and Debit cards, MasterCard, Maestro, Solo and
Electron. Cheques will be accepted provided there
is at least 2 full weeks between the cheque being
received and the date of the performance.
Postage
If you would like your tickets posting out to you
there will be a £1 charge. Alternatively you can opt
to print your tickets at home when booking online
and with the Box Office.
Transaction Fee
A transaction fee of £3 applies to all transactions.
N.B. Tickets may be reserved but must be
paid for within 3 working days of making the
booking or no later than 3 days before the
performance, whichever is sooner.
Please note: It is a condition of sales that
once tickets are purchased, money will not be
refunded.
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre reserves the right
to withdraw concessions at any time.
Tickets can be exchanged to another performance
within the same production at a £2 charge per
ticket or to a different production at a £5 charge
per ticket. All exchanges are subject to availability.
Tickets must be returned to the Box Office at least
48 hours before the performance. Please note:
no exchanges for group bookings or amateur
productions.
Your Comfort and Safety
In order to ensure the comfort, safety and
enjoyment of all our audiences, we would like
to draw your attention to the conditions of sale
printed on the reverse of your tickets.
Please note that some productions may
include smoking on stage.
Babes in arms are not usually admitted. Exceptions
may be made for certain children’s shows and
pantomime. Due to Fire Regulations a ticket must
be purchased irrespective of the age of the child,
tickets cost £3.
Please turn off your mobile phone when at
the theatre. Please do not text or use your
phone in any way during the performance.
On certain productions/performances additional
security may be in place.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Production, ticket and performance information is correct at the time of going to press.
The theatre reserves the right to make alterations as necessary.