When: Sat 27th November, 2010 - Sun 9th January, 2011.
'Ballard's dust-busting and deodorising Dame Dorothy Doo-It whizzes bossily around the stage on a Hoover-powered scooter and Bull's Willy Doo-It hurls himself into the fray with energy and lunacy that never flag ... a cracking night out' - The Stage Review of Beauty and the Beast, Dec 2009
'Imagine Theatre are back in Loughborough for their seventh consecutive panto, Beauty and the Beast - and what a magnificent seventh it is. ... In the tradition of a festive show that all the family can enjoy, this panto is a real beaut.' Leicester Mercury, Review of Beauty and the Beast, Dec 2009
'An absolutely stunning production. ... the quality of this show is unbelievable', Loughborough Echo, Review of Beauty and the Beast, Dec 2009
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Special Discount Shows: Take advantage of our special discounted performances. These are very popular so book early to avoid disappointment.
Previews (Sat 27 November) £9.50 and £6.50 concessions
Credit Buster Offers (Fri 3, Sat 4, Sun 5, Fri 10, Fri 17 December and Thurs 6, Fri 7 January) All Tickets £10
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Standard Shows (Sat 11, Sun 12, Sat 18 eve, Sun 19 eve, Tues 21 December and Sat 8, Sun 9 January) £12.50 and £10.50 concessions
Premium Shows (Sat 18 afternoon, Sun 19 afternoon and Wed 22 December to Tues 4 January) £13.50 and £11.50 concessions.
Note: There are no performances from 23 to 25 December.
For bookings for the above performances either use the Book Now facility on this website or call our Box Office on 01509 231914
GROUP BOOKINGS (non school): Buy 10 tickets and receive the eleventh free. Groups must be booked through the box office as the discount is not available online.
School Performances run from Monday 29 November to Tuesday 21 December (excluding weekends and Thursdays) at 10am and 1.30pm each day, except Fridays where performances are only at 10am.
Tickets are £7 with supervisory teachers free (according to established pupil/teacher ratios)
To enquire about School Bookings please contact the Schools Liaison Office on 01509 634960.
When: Tue 31st August, 2010.
Set in Fowles's home town of Lyme Regis, this is the novel that finally established Fowles as the leading British writer of his generation. Based on the skeleton of a true story, Fowles takes us into the nature of obsession, as an archeologist and a local 'fallen' woman struggle with a powerful mutual attraction. In a truly post-modern work yet set in Victorian England, you are invited to choose your own ending...or are you?
Buy a ticket for all four lectures in the season for £20 and save £4 off the full price and £2 off the concession price. The Season Ticket is available from the Box Office only on 01509 231914. Note: the other Literature at Lunchtime lectures are on 25 May, 29 June and 27 July.
When: Tue 27th July, 2010.
Thomas's most famous poem was first broadcast as a radio play in 1954, just month's after the poet's death. Come and meet the wonderful characters from Llareggub (Bugger All), like blind Captain Cat and Polly Garter pining for her lost lover. And where was Llareggub? And what was DylanThomas really talking about?
Buy a ticket for all four lectures in the season for £20 and save £4 off the full price and £2 off the concession price. The Season Ticket is available from the Box Office only on 01509 231914. Note: the other Literature at Lunchtime lectures are on 25 May, 29 June and 31 August.
When: Wed 21st July, 2010 - Sat 24th July, 2010.
Presented by Starlight Youth Theatre
After their success with Bugsy Malone, Starlight Youth Theatre are back with their second production “Summer Holiday”
This well-loved musical includes many hits such as Bachelor Boy, Livin' Doll, The Young Ones and of course the title song as well as many more toe-tapping numbers.
Follow Don and the lads as they embark on a trip through Europe, taking in Paris, Rome, the Swiss Alps and Athens. The boys meet up with a group of girls and team up with Bobby - who isn't everything he is cracked up to be!
PRE-SHOW DINING
Available for evening performances Friday23 and Saturday 24 July.
Check out the mouth-watering menu on the catering pages of this website. For more details and to book a table, ask at our Box Office on 01509 231914
When: Fri 16th July, 2010.
Don't miss our annual Edinburgh Preview Specials.The show features two superb acts road testing their material before trekking up north to the Edinburgh Fringe...Catch them here first!
In the Victoria Room (unreserved seating)
Greg Davies - Hotly anticipated stand-up debut from the if.comedy nominated star of 'We Are Klang' (BBC3) and 'The In-Betweeners' (Channel 4). Also seen on 'Mock The Week' (BBC2) and '8 Out of 10 Cats' (Channel 4).
"a great talent that produces a compelling, memorable and hilarious set." -Chortle
"Dwarfing the other comics in every sense, held the crowd in the palm of his massive hand with a string of bizarre tales" - Leicester Mercury
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Pete Firman - This comedian magician's tricks and wit have been gaining him a never ending supply of gushing 5 star reviews...
"More magical than Dumbledore on a good day. This guy is a complete star.”Time Out
Book all 3 season stand up sessions for £24 (other dates 21 May, & 11 June). Save £6 on full price tickets and £3 on concessions. Available from the Box Office only on 01509 231914
Suitable Age 16+. The Comedy Club contains strong language. The Line-up is subject to change at short notice.
Further Information: http://www.brcomedy.com
When: Wed 14th July, 2010.
Edinburgh Fringe Festival Preview Special
Two superb acts road testing their material before heading to the Fringe.
Jon Richardson
Winner of the 2008 Chortle Breakthrough Act Award, Jon is one of the most in-demand young artists on the UK comedy circuit today. Join him as he gets life's idiosyncrasies off his chest in his grumpy, yet uniquely charming Northern style.As seen on Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow and Have I Got News For You“Richardson is an OCD-afflicted, grumpy young man who can spin a brilliant routine and could well be the best comic of his generation” - The Herald
“He rocked…terrific” -Scotsman
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Kevin Bridges
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Don't miss this chance to see Kevin Bridges, Scotland's 'young comedy prodigy' (Guardian). The young Glaswegian comic is fresh from a 2009 Edinburgh Comedy Awards nomination (Best Newcomer) and a critically acclaimed sell-out run at last year’s Fringe
With his hotly anticipated DVD on the way and a string of high profile television appearances including Live at the Apollo (BBC1), 2010 is destined to be his year.
“... master of stand up at just 22. This is unmissable stuff ” The Mirror *****
“Observational comedy at its very best” Edinburgh Evening News *****
When: Thu 8th July, 2010 - Fri 9th July, 2010.
Presented by Infrared Productions
Written and directed by Sara Lim-Smith
Gold Guns ‘n Garters is a musical comedy western set in 1885. This musical feast features mad-cap, larger than life characters, from the hillbilly family to the bandit that can’t steal, along side two cowgirls who won’t take no for an answer - a favourite character for everyone. Searching for maps and gold, gun fights at noon and the possible closing of the Fangoon Saloon, this show is one energy ball from start to finish.
With slap stick comedy timing, toe tapping tunes, Gold Guns ‘n Garters promises to be a fun and entertaining night out.
When: Sun 4th July, 2010.
4th July Celebration
The UK’s most popular country music show rolls into town to celebrate 4th July with its brand new show for 2010. Now in its 9th record breaking year, join Neil Sands, The Fabulous Dixie Dolls and the All Star Band for a non stop night of over 60 of your favourite country hits from Don Williams, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton to Shania Twain, Garth Brooks, The Mavericks and many more. Over two hours of brilliantly performed hits with stunning costumes, lots of fun and a unique atmosphere that will warm your heart.
Note: Early booking discount: £2 off if booked by 20th June.
When: Sat 3rd July, 2010.
‘Mad About The Musicals’ returns with its award winning spectacular brand new show.
This electric production of Musical Showstoppers was voted by many venues last year as one of the best one-night shows in the UK.
From the poignant ‘All I Ask Of You’ to the dramatic ‘One Day More’, Mad About’s talented ensemble conjure stunning, high quality vocal performances, which evoke the true spirit of the West End.
Transporting you on a whistle stop tour into the heart of London’s theatre land the show contains over 20 of your favourite musicals from composers such as Andrew Lloyd Webber, Boublil and Schonberg.
So, sit back and enjoy two hours of unforgettable West End and Broadway favourites, the stunning vocal talents of a West End cast, live band, top notch dancing, stunning lighting and glitzy costumes
‘Outstanding!’ The Stage
PRE-SHOW DINING
Check out the mouth-watering menu on the website catering pages. For more details and to book a table ask at our Box Office on 01509 231914
When: Thu 1st July, 2010.
Let ‘Em Roll
Hits, Jazz and Blues Tour
The Manfreds, with original ‘front man’ Paul Jones, will be performing many of their hits along with a mix of Jazz and Blues songs from some of their best-known albums.
Paul Jones, with his unique harmonica sound, will be joined by Mike Hugg on keyboards, Tom McGuinness on lead guitar, Rob Townsend on drums, Marcus Cliffe on bass guitar and Simon Currie on saxophone/ flute. All excellent musicians, they provide a full evenings entertainment with a few ‘surprise’ renditions of their work, not only with The Manfreds, but with their individual connections.
PRE-SHOW DINING
Check out the mouth-watering menu on the website catering pages. For more details and to book a table ask at our Box Office on 01509 231914