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SEASON BROCHURE NOV 2013 - MAY 2014

DRAMA 04 Medea 06 Fallen Angels 08 Donkeys’ Years 10 Moon Tiger 14 A Midsummer Night’s Dream 14 The Comedy of Errors 16 The Life of Galileo 20 Translations

FAMILY PRODUCTIONS

02 The Snow Gorilla 12 Tom’s Midnight Garden 18 Hetty Feather 22 The Gruffalo

COMMUNITY 28 Take Part – Rose Youth Theatre

ONE NIGHT ONLY 32 Music, Comedy & more…

REGULAR FEATURES 30 Free Events 23 Special Offers 40 Ticket Prices 44 Diary: At a Glance

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Welcome to the Rose and our exciting new season of theatre, music, comedy, opera and much more.

As we bid a fond farewell to Stephen Unwin, who has now stepped down as Artistic Director, we look forward to this new chapter in the Rose’s history, to be led by our Executive Producer Jerry Gunn.

I trust there will be plenty in here for everyone, but also hope to entice you to try something new from our rich and varied programme. As there is such a wide range of choice, we have introduced the SEASON SAVER offer; see page 23 for details of how to save pounds when booking for more than one production.

Also this autumn, The Swallow Bakery will take up residence in the Rose Theatre Café with a fantastic new range of sweet and savoury delights. A unique and welcoming space, it’s a great place to meet friends for breakfast or lunch, treat yourself to Afternoon Tea, browse through the daily papers or pop in for one of our free events (listed on p 30). Just roll out the cover panel to the left of this page for highlights of our new delicious menu.

Now is the time to change and to build upon the remarkable work that Stephen has done. We look forward to welcoming you to the Rose this season and hope you are as excited as we are.

Robert O’Dowd Chief Executive

HELLO

By Tudor Davies Directed by Roger Hannah

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Run away to the Rose this Christmas and step into the magical world of the Circus Marigny.

Join Sunny on the adventure of a lifetime and experience African Acrobats, Spanish Flamenco, jugglers, contortionists and death defying aerialists in the land of sawdust and dreams.

Captivated by the spectacular sights and sweet smells of the circus, Sunny finds an unlikely friend in The Mighty Gor and strives to win the heart of the Ring Mistress’ beautiful daughter as he is embraced by this new, eccentric family of performers.

But when he stumbles upon the circus’ dark secret, a mysterious old man threatens Sunny’s newfound happiness…

This Christmas, in an event like no other, circus and storytelling collide on the Rose Theatre stage to create a hugely entertaining spectacle for the whole family!

Fri 29 Nov – Sun 5 JanSee p44 for performance times

Tickets£27 £24 £17

Pit cushions £8

Generous group and family ticket discounts available

An additional £1 per ticket booking fee and £1.60 per booking transaction fee are payable when booking online and by phone.

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Medea is the story of a woman scorned and the terrifying consequences of her fury.

Euripides’ masterpiece of rejection and revenge is brought vividly to life in this stunning adaptation combining powerful storytelling with aerial dance, in a tense psychological drama of sexual jealousy and revenge.

Celebrating 20 years of touring new adaptations of ancient Greek drama and following their acclaimed production of Lysistrata in 2011, aod return to the Rose this autumn with their most daring and dynamic show yet.

Pre-performance talks at 6.30pm

12 Nov Rosie Wyles 13 Nov Bettany Hughes 14 Nov Edith Hall 15 Nov Ioanna Karamanou

£3 for ticket holders to that evening’s performance Free post show discussions (excl 14 Nov eve)

Evenings Tue–Fri 7.30pm

Matinees Thu & Fri 2.30pm

Tickets £16

Pit cushions £8

Age Guidance 14+

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Adapted by David StuttardDirected by Abigail Anderson

Tue 12 – Fri 15 Nov

MEDEAVISITING PRODUCTIONS


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' Tamsin Shasha is chillingly convincing as the mad but marvellous Medea' The Independent

' Let nothing stop you from seeing them' The Times

See diary for details

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Jenny Seagrove and Sara Crowe star as best friends Julia and Jane, in a heavenly new production of Noël Coward’s divine comedy classic.

With their passionless husbands away playing golf, a mutual long-ago-lover announces his intention to pay Julia and Jane an impromptu visit. All in a fluster, there’s clearly only one thing to do: pop open the Champagne!

With each successive glass of liquid courage, tongues start to loosen, hidden jealousies surface, the claws come out, and all attempts at demure behaviour go out the window.

But it’s not until the unexpected early return of their golfing husbands that the women’s evening really hits its frenzied peak…

Jenny Seagrove’s prolific theatre career has seen her play the lead in almost every West End playhouse and she is also known to millions of TV viewers as barrister Jo Mills in the BAFTA award winning Judge John Deed.

Sara Crowe’s vast array of film, TV and theatre credits range from her role as the first bride in Four Weddings and a Funeral, to BBC’s Born and Bred, and her multiple Olivier Award successes in West End productions of Noël Coward plays.

Evenings Mon–Sat 7.30pm

Matinees Thu & Sat 2.30pm

Tickets£28 £24 £19

Pit cushions £5

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Directed by Roy MarsdenMon 27 Jan – Sat 1 Feb

JENNY SEAGROVE AND SARA CROWE IN NOËL COWARD’S


VISITING PRODUCTIONS

Bill Kenwright presents

FALLEN ANGELS

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The perfect summer’s day, and at one of the older universities solidly successful middle-aged men are getting into their dinner-jackets for a reunion dinner.

No women, of course, because in the far-off days of their youth even the passing glimpse of a woman in college was an event to remember. But everyone’s coming! Even Roddy Moore, their elusive hero. As the moon rises and the wine goes down, middle-aged men become young again, with only too predictable results. And, in the midst of the battlefield, hidden in Roddy Moore’s old rooms waiting for a quiet word with her lost love, that very woman they all once glimpsed and never forgot…

Michael Frayn is a multi-award winning playwright and novelist, best known for the plays Noises Off, Democracy and Copenhagen. This sparkling revival of his hilarious farce is directed by Lisa Spirling, who returns to the Rose following her production of Michael Frayn’s Here with Alison Steadman in March 2012.


Matinees Thu & Sat 2.30pm (excl. 8 Feb)

Press Night Wed 12 Feb 7pm

Tickets£28.50 £24 £19

Pit cushions £5

' Flares into comic brilliance…gales of hilarity' The Times on Lisa Spirling’s production of Michael Frayn’s Here at the Rose in March 2012

By Michael Frayn Directed by Lisa Spirling

Thu 6 – Sat 22 Feb

DONKEYS' YEARSROSE PRODUCTIONS


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Compelling, moving and eloquent, one of the great novels of the 20th century is brought to the stage for the first time. Winner of the 1987 Booker Prize, Penelope Lively's Moon Tiger is a haunting story of loss and desire.

Claudia Hampton is a popular historian, a strong, beautiful and difficult woman. Now in her seventies, she is plotting her greatest work – a history of the world. She looks back over her life growing up between the wars and remembers the people who have shared its triumphs and tragedies. There is Gordon, her adored brother; Jasper, the charming, untrustworthy lover and father of her daughter, and Tom, her one great love, both found and lost during the El Alamein campaign when she worked as a war correspondent. Against a background of world events, Claudia’s own remarkable story provokes a sharp combination of sadness, shock and amusement.

One of the UK’s most accomplished actresses, Jane Asher returns to the Rose following The Importance of Being Earnest and Farewell To The Theatre in 2011.



Tickets£28.50 £24 £19

Pit cushions £5

Directed by Stephen Unwin

Adapted from Penelope Lively’s Booker Prize-winning novel by Simon Reade

Mon 24 Feb – Sat 1 Mar

JANE ASHER IN

MOON TIGER


Theatre Royal Bath Productions presents


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Is it possible to travel back in time? Tom has always believed it cannot be done, but when the grandfather clock in the hallway chimes thirteen times, Tom is transported to a secret garden from the past.

Here he meets Hatty and together these two new friends enjoy fantastic adventures in a magical wonderland. But with each new journey through time, strange things begin to happen – and Tom must solve the mystery of the midnight garden!

The Birmingham Stage Company is proud to present this classic story, following their acclaimed productions of James and the Giant Peach and Horrible Histories. Tom’s Midnight Garden has been described by The Birmingham Post as “a play with a superb storyline that has everything – magic, suspense, ghosts and wonder!” and The Times said “If you want real theatre, try this marvellous retelling of a favourite story!” So if you’re looking for a magnificent family adventure, book your tickets now – while there’s still Time!

Adapted for the stage by DAVID WOODFrom the book by PHILIPPA PEARCE

Tue 4 – Sat 8 Mar

TOM'S MIDNIGHT GARDEN

See p45 for performance times

Tickets£22 £18 £14

Pit cushions £5


The Birmingham Post

The Times

FAMILY PRODUCTIONS

The Birmingham Stage Company presents

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Edward Hall’s all-male company will have you rolling in the aisles and leave you breathless with disbelief with this contrasting pair of comedies. Nobody does Shakespeare like Propeller!

Propeller’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream has enchanted packed houses all over the world. In Shakespeare’s most magical play, love and illusion collide when two pairs of lovers become entangled.

In Shakespeare’s smartest and most farcical play, The Comedy of Errors, two sets of estranged twins, separated at birth, find themselves in the same city 25 years later with hilarious consequences.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Tue & Fri 7.30pm Sat 2pm

The Comedy of Errors

Wed, Thu & Sat 7.30pm

Thu 2pm

Post show Discussion

Tue 11 & Thu 13 Mar

Tickets£26 £23 £19.50

Pit cushions £5

By William Shakespeare Directed by Edward Hall

Tue 11 – Sat 15 Mar

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAMTHE COMEDY OF ERRORS



' Every performance is fantastic… It really is magic' The Guardian

Propeller in association with The Touring Partnership presents

Image credit: Photos of previous productions by Nobby Clark and Manuel Harlan.


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This thrilling production from the RSC received tremendous acclaim when it opened in Stratford-upon-Avon in Spring 2013. Now, one of the UK’s finest actors, Ian McDiarmid reprises his astonishing performance as Galileo, leading a huge ensemble cast in this theatrical tour-de-force.

The year is 1609 and a brilliant Italian scientist is about to make a discovery that will change the world, but when Galileo’s opponents convince the Pope that these new findings pose a threat to religious dogma and may spark unrest, he is denounced by the Inquisition as a heretic and forced to publicly denounce his theories…

Perhaps best known for his iconic role as Emperor Palpatine in George Lucas's epic Star Wars films, Ian McDiarmid’s recent leading theatre roles include Emperor and Galilean for the National Theatre, John Gabriel Borkman for The Donmar Warehouse and Six Characters in Search of an Author for the Chichester Festival Theatre.

By Bertolt Brecht Translated by Mark RavenhillDirected by Roxanna Silbertin association with the Royal Shakespeare Company

Mon 24 – Sat 29 Mar

IAN MCDIARMIDTHE LIFE OF GALILEO




Tickets£30 £25 £20

Pit cushions £5


' Compelling throughout' The Daily Telegraph

Theatre Royal Bath Productions and Birmingham Repertory Theatre present the RSC production of

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Roll up and join Hetty on her escape from the Foundling Hospital. Tremble as she faces Matron Stinking Bottomly. Thrill as she discovers the squirrel house and Tanglefields Travelling Circus. Gasp as she endures a night locked in the attic. Quake as she braves the scary streets of Victorian London and cheer as she overcomes all in her search to find her real mother and a true family of her own.

From best-selling author Jacqueline Wilson, the tale of plucky Hetty Feather is brought thrillingly to life on stage for the Rose Theatre by award winning script writer Emma Reeves (CBBC’s The Story of Tracy Beaker) and the Olivier Award Nominated director Sally Cookson, whose many five star productions include Peter Pan, We're Going on a Bearhunt and Stick Man.

With live music, circus skills and a huge heart, Hetty Feather is a terrific adventure story – the perfect Easter treat for the whole family.

(Guide Age 7+)

Tickets£23.50 £19.50 £15.50

Pit cushions £5

Gala Performance in aid of Momentum on their 10th anniversary Thu 10 April, 7pm Tickets £25 (to include a glass of bubbles)

Early Bird Ticket Offer £5 off tickets, see p23 for details

Rose Theatre Kingston, Kenny Wax and William Archer in association with Novel Theatre present The World Premiere Production Of


Stage Adaptation by Emma ReevesDirected by Sally Cookson

Sat 5 – Sat 19 April

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1833. Rural Ireland.

The British Army arrives to translate Gaelic place names into the King’s English. Farm girl Máire finds herself torn between the affections of the local school teacher and the love of a British soldier, between her native tongue and a new language, between the comfort of the world she knows and the excitement of foreign possibilities.

The resulting clash of cultures strikes at the heart of the community as they struggle to interpret a new language, and each other. What gets lost in translation?

Directed by James GrieveTue 22 Apr – Sat 3 May

TRANSLATIONS BY BRIAN FRIEL

ROSE PRODUCTIONS



Tickets£25 £21 £17

Pit cushions £4

Previews and Thu mats £20 £17 £13



' The most compelling tale Jacqueline Wilson has told' The Times

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Rose Theatre Kingston, English Touring Theatre and Sheffield Theatres

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FAMILY PRODUCTIONS

THE GRUFFALOTue 27 May – Sun 1 JunSee p45 for performance times

Tickets £12

Pit cushions £10

Image credit: All illustrations copyright © Axel Scheffler 1999, published by Macmillan Children’s Books.

' Monstrous fun!' Daily Mail

Don’t miss Tall Stories’ hit musical stage adaptation of the award winning picture book The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Meet a wheeler-dealer Fox, an eccentric old Owl and a maraca-shaking, party mad Snake! Mouse can scare these hungry animals away with tall stories of the terrifying Gruffalo, but what happens when he comes face to face with the very creature he imagined...?

The ideal introduction to theatre, with plenty of songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups. Running time 55 minutes.

Watch a sneak preview online atwww.gruffalolive.com

‘ Irresistibly charming’ The Times

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SPECIAL OFFERSSeason Saver We appreciate our loyal patrons and are upgrading our previous Rose Saver offer to the SEASON SAVER to reward you with even more benefits when you buy for more than one performance.

Buy tickets for 2 shows receive £2 off per ticket





So if you were booking for 5 productions, bringing a group of 4 to each, you could save £100!

Offer applies to all price bands excluding Pit Cushions

Previews

£20, £17 & £13 tickets for previews on Rose Productions

The Snow Gorilla Fri 29 Nov – Sun 1 Dec

Donkeys’ Years Thu 6 – Tue 11 Feb

Hetty Feather Sat 5 – Tue 8 Apr

Midweek Matinee

Special reduced tickets for many shows on Thursday matinees. See p40 for details of prices

Early Bird Offer

Exclusive to Hetty Feather, £5 off all tickets (excl. pit cushions) when you book before Mon 6 Jan 2014

£5 Tuesdays

For 16-26 year olds and students, £5 tickets on Tuesday eveningsAvailable on all shows except Fascinating Aida (19 Nov) and Magical Mozart by Candlelight (14 Jan)

Pit Cushions

Now from just £5, situated in the area directly in front of the stage, get closer to the action!

Bring your own, or borrow a cushion from the Rose Cloakroom free of charge.

Groups

Groups of 10+ enjoy generous discounts on some shows and a specially discounted price for some midweek matinees.

Schools

From £8 on selected performances for groups of 10 or more; 11th teacher ticket free with every 10 purchased.

Please contact the box office for more details; [email protected] 08444 821 556

SPECIAL OFFERSPrincipal Restaurant Sponsor

Drama has always been a huge part of Italian life. The street is a stage in Italy; it presents the opportunity to create a spectacle at any given moment.

At Carluccio’s, this spirited approach makes us who we are. We’re noisy about food. We taste it, we try it, we argue about it until it’s exactly right. It’s the Italian way – and it’s how we’ve worked since 1991.

For a taste of good food and drama pop into one of our Caffés for a warm Italian welcome!

£30 Dinner And Show For just £30 per person, get the best seat available for Donkeys’ Years and a three-course meal at any local branch of Carluccio’s. Valid Mon–Thu, tables must be booked in advance at the restaurant of your choice.

Christmas Restaurant Sponsor

£30 Show And Tapas For just £30 per person, get the best available seat for The Snow Gorilla and a two-course meal at La Tasca in Kingston.

Call our box office on 08444 821 556 to book either of these meal deals.

Special prices for our Rose Friends on the following shows:

2 tickets for the price of 1

Medea on Tue 12 and Wed 13 Nov

£19 best available seats, Mon–Thu for:

The Snow Gorilla

Fallen Angels

Donkeys’ Years

Moon Tiger

Tom’s Midnight Garden

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

The Comedy of Errors

The Life of Galileo

Hetty Feather

Translations

See opposite page for further benefits.

To sign up for the Rose Friends Loyalty card, call our box office on 08444 821 556.

ROSE FRIENDS LOYALTY

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ROSE LOYALTY CARD• Exclusive ticket offers including

2 for 1

• Exclusive friends’ pre-show receptions

• 15% off all food and drink at The Swallow Bakery at the Rose

Current offers include:

20% off food and a free glass of prosecco for each guest at

10% off everything at

20% off all food at

15% off full priced books at

20% off food Sunday to Thursday at

20% off Tapas to Share menu at

• Exclusive competitions

• No booking fee on tickets

• The chance to meet cast and creatives

• As a loyal Rose Friend you will also benefit from exclusive discounts with our partners in and around Kingston.

For only £45 per year you will be able to take advantage of…

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The Rose is nestled on the banks of the River Thames amidst a bustling array of restaurants and bars.

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Rose Players Mondays£200

Guaranteed to set you up for the rest of the week! Our evening classes for adults have proved a real hit, as we enter our third year. Exploring process and technique, the group focuses on a play to show to friends and family at the end of each term.

For further information visit rosetheatrekingston.org/takepart

or email [email protected]

or call the Box Office on 08444 821 556

Rose PlaywritingTuesdays£200

Join a small group of writing students to learn about the building blocks of drama, receive individual feedback on assignments and work towards a performable piece by the end of term. Playwright Stephen Brown will guide you through structure, character and dialogue; then explore your work with professional actors and a director.

We’re really proud of our community programme. All the quality of our main shows is reflected in the classes we offer.

Whether the life-shaping courses within Rose Youth Theatre, or the sociable and energising workshops for adults, there’s something to suit everyone. With an array of events on offer, it’s worth checking our website.

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Rose Young CompanyJuniors aged 11–14Seniors aged 14–18 £150 per term

With classes each weekend, our performance-based course is perfect for aspiring young actors and those who want a variety of powerful life skills. Now in its fifth year, the Young Company has earned a reputation for first class drama training. This course is a big commitment!

Drama StudioAged 5–11 Tuesday afternoons, Sunday mornings £100 per term

Our ever popular classes for young children and pre-teens are a great way to develop confidence in the written and spoken word. With elements of performance, writing and plenty of enjoyable games and activities, we love watching our children grow up into confident and compassionate teenagers.

' Great friends, top directors… I have loved feeling part of a group that is so integral to the Rose community.' Ciara Morris, Rose Young Company participant

Rose Acting Workshops Juniors aged 11–14 Seniors aged 14–18 £100 per term

Exploring professional process using text, improvisation and games, our weeknight workshops offer high level classes in acting, without the pressure of end of term performances. Whether you want to boost your confidence or open new doors to the acting craft, you’ll find these classes exciting and challenging.

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FREE EVENTS IN THE SWALLOW BAKERY AT THE ROSEVisit rosetheatrekingston.org/visit for further information

Rhyme Time Mondays weekly, 11.15am Bring the little ones down for a free morning of rhyming, singing and laughter.

Swing Dance Club Last Sunday of the Month from 2pm–5pm Dates confirmed for 2013/14: 24 Nov, 26 Jan, 23 Feb, 30 Mar

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Jazz First Tuesday 1.15–2pm Lunchtime live jazz presented by Kingston University 12 Nov The Simon Spillett Trio 3 Dec Vasilis Xenopoulos and the Xtet 7 Jan The Jo Fooks Trio 4 Feb The Meredith White Trio 4 Mar Trio Time 8 Apr Roger Beaujolais 6 May The Winston Clifford Trio

Variety Café Wednesday 1.15–2pm Lunchtime live music presented by Kingston University 27 Nov PrimeTime: Unplugged 18 Dec Kate Dimbleby and the Honky Tonk Angels 15 Jan Two for Tea 19 Feb Verona Chard 26 Mar Daniel Smith and Adam Hope 16 Apr Angie Tabs 14 May Swinging Belles

Knit For Oxfam Last Tuesday of the month 10.30am–12.30pm Join Nicole and Rhian of Think Make Do for a free knitting session in the Café at the Rose. Oxfam have donated yarns for you to use, so let’s knit for charity.

Mosaic Night Wed 18 Dec A regular night of music, poetry, dance, comedy, circus and theatre presented by Our Friends Records.

ONE NIGHT ONLY

MASKS & BASQUESSat 9 Nov & Sat 22 Mar 7.30pm Come out and play with the most decadent creatures of the night at the naughtiest, sauciest party ever held at the Rose... Sumptuous burlesque, opulent cabaret, hedonistic circus and wanton bands come together to make your wildest dreams come true. No Mask No Entry. 18+

LESLEY GARRETT AND EMMA JOHNSON THE TRIOSun 10 Nov 7.30pm Emma and Lesley together onstage is a mouth-watering prospect. Supported by pianist Andrew West, they focus on the natural melody of folk song and of great composers like Schubert and Handel, Gershwin and Puccini.

Part of the EFG London Jazz Festival

NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRASat 16 Nov 7.30pm Familiar big band flagwavers sit alongside specially commissioned new arrangements. From a hard-swinging rhythm section to a raft of hugely talented young soloists and special guests, this is a big band in very good form, fresh from a triumphant night at the 2012 BBC Proms.

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ONE NIGHT ONLY

ROSE CHRISTMAS CONCERTWed 11 Dec 7.30pmThe Rose Theatre’s fundraising event; join us for a magical evening of carols and music from the world-renowned Tiffin Boys Choir, the incomparable Kirsty Michelle Anderson, Kingston University's exuberant Twist Choir, the wonderful sounds of the Singing it Back choir, and more.

Magical Mozart

byCandlelight

With “Spirit” The European Baroque Ensemble

from the producers of “A Viennese Strauss gala”

MAGICAL MOZART BY CANDLELIGHTTue 14 Jan 7.30pm An evening of classical music and song, which includes excerpts from The Magic Flute, The Marriage of Figaro, Cosi fan Tutte, and many more beautifully sung moments from his world famous operas, with the European Spirit Ensemble performing some of the most memorable pieces of Mozart’s Magical music!

ALADDIN Sat 18 Jan 7pm A traditional, family show, the pantomime Aladdin by John Morley, brings all the usual opportunities for audience participation. This special performance, by local group St James’s Players, has been commissioned by the Mayor of Kingston to raise funds for the Mayor’s Charitable Trust (which is supporting the Alzheimer’s Society and Princess Alice Hospice).

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By Samuel Beckett Directed by Fiona BaddeleyIt is 69 year old Krapp’s birthday. He sits in his den for his yearly ritual of recording his reflections on a tape recorder.

This one man show deals with growing old and the process of reflecting on those significant discussions that shape our lives; starring Tom Owen, (Last of the Summer Wine).

Mon 13 Jan7.30pmTickets £12Pit cushions £9

Post Show Q&A There will be an interval following Krapp's Last Tape after which Tom will answer any questions you might have about the play, Last of The Summer Wine and his Dad, Bill Owen.

TOM OWEN IN

KRAPP'S LAST TAPE

ONE NIGHT ONLY

' Will move you deeply' Edinburgh Fringe Guide

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ONE NIGHT ONLY

By Iris Murdoch Edited and Directed by Bill Alexander A staged reading of a recently discovered play by Iris Murdoch, adapted from her Booker Prize-winning novel The Sea, The Sea.

Famous theatre director Charles Arrowby has retired to the sea to abjure a life of egoism. Missing his power over women, he draws his former lover, Lizzie, back under his spell, but then discovers Hartley, the great love of his life living nearby with her husband. Only the arrival of Charles’s wise and mystical brother James averts a tragedy.

Iris Murdoch's funny and thought-provoking adaptation of her most famous book is a disturbing illustration of the dangerous power of fantasy and illusion.

Wed 15 Jan, 7.30pmTickets £7

Pit Cushions £4

THE SEA THE SEA

The Iris Murdoch Archive Project

ONE NIGHT ONLY

MAGIC AT THE ROSESun 19 Jan 7.30pm Now a popular annual fundraising event, this is a terrific night of entertainment for the whole family. Join us for an evening of illusions, mind-reading and plenty of laughs. It’s a magical night out!

JAZZLIVEDANCEFri 24 Jan Doors: 7pm Music: 8.30pmA chance to dance to the live sounds of some of Britain’s finest jazz musicians. Returning to the Rose Theatre Bar will be the amazing singer Cleveland Watkiss with The Heads and Feet House Band.

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THE COMEDY STORESun 26 Jan & Sun 23 Feb 7.30pm Every famous comic has graced The Comedy Store’s stage at some point in the last thirty years and their critically acclaimed shows remain the place to see the stars of tomorrow, today.

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By Verdi

Introducing Nadine Mortimer SmithWith Magdalen AshmanConducted by Philip HeskethOrchestre de Opéra de Baugé, leader Edmund ReidDanilo Caruso dance companyOpéra de Baugé French and English choruses

In their first ever visit to the UK, French company Opéra de Baugé present Verdi’s Aida at the Rose for one night only.

Aida has everything – unrequited love, betrayal, revenge, self-sacrifice and spectacle. Set to stirring music, including trumpet marches, love duets and ethereal harps.

OPÉRA DE BAUGÉ

AIDA

ONE NIGHT ONLY

Sat 25 Jan, 7.30pmTickets £40

Pit Cushions £15

ONE NIGHT ONLY

JACQUI DANKWORTHSun 9 Mar 7.30pm Jacqui Dankworth, the imaginative, moving and adventurous vocalist brings her new album, 'Live to Love', to Kingston. Already established as one the country’s leading jazz vocalists, Jacqui’s live concerts showcase her unique versatility and effortless mastery of a wide spectrum of genres, drawing on jazz, folk, soul and blues.

JUAN MARTINSun 2 Mar 7.30pm A celebrated virtuoso of the Flamenco guitar who has been voted into the top three guitarists in the world (US magazine ‘Guitar Player’), Juan Martín's alchemy of the traditional and modern, mixed with his seductive, fiery and passionate performances guarantee an evening of excitement and electricity. Simply breathtaking!

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RICH HALLSun 23 Mar 7.30pm Rich Hall’s renowned grouchy, deadpan style has established him as a master of absurdist irony and king of rapid-fire wit. Fans can see the comic genius from Montana discuss a variety of topics all delivered in his own hilarious unique way.

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JACQUI DANKWORTH

BOOKING INFOHow to Book rosetheatrekingston.org (bkg fee) 08444 821 556 (bkg fee) Rose Theatre 24–26 High Street, Kingston kt1 1hl

Tickets also available for purchase from

Open seven days a week, the Ticket Centre is located at John Lewis’ Gift List desk, between the Toy department and THE PLACE TO EAT restaurant. Customers can book and then collect their tickets on the day of the performance from the Rose.

Opening Hours Mon–Sat 10am–8pm (6pm non-performance days), Sun, one hour prior to a performance only. We regret bookings for future shows will stop 30 mins before a performance begins. Pre-order your ice creams, programmes and merchandise with your tickets.

Discounts, Concessions & Special Offers Only one discount per ticket, subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. No discounts on pit cushion prices. Over 60, unwaged, entertainment union, children under 16yrs and students £3 off.

Children & Babies We will not charge admission for babies under 18 months old, but a free ticket must be collected from the Box Office. Prams/buggies may be stored in the foyer at the owner’s risk.

Access Patrons with disabilities enjoy half price tickets. The Rose is a fully accessible organisation and we welcome everyone.

• 10 wheelchair spaces in the auditorium (stalls and circle) • Blue Badge parking in High Street and Rose car park • Level access into the Rose and Café at the Rose. • Accessible toilets on every floor • Lift access to all floors • Low counter at the Box Office • Automatic entrance doors

Sensory Access A digital hearing system is available for patrons with a hearing aid, and Sennheiser headsets for patrons without a hearing aid. Guide and hearing dogs are welcome. Please let us know in advance so we can provide a dog-sitter and water bowl.

Learning Disabilities Please contact us in advance to discuss how we can help make your visit as comfortable as possible on 08444 821 556 or email [email protected]. Visit rosetheatrekingston.org/access

Data Protection We would like to retain your details on our mailing list to inform you of future events, special offers and, occasionally, deals from other organisations. You will be asked if you want to receive this information. To unsubscribe, please email [email protected] with your name and address.

The information in this brochure was correct at time of going to press. Rose Theatre reserves the right to alter the advertised programme or facilities if necessary and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

TICKET PRICES

Restricted View Because of the varying kinds of events that we present, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times and seating plans may vary. Please check when booking.

Signed Performances we are unable to guarantee the position of the Signer at point of booking, but where possible our ushers will be happy to accommodate you should you find your seat unsatisfactory on arrival.

Upper Circle This will be held off sale for certain perfomances. Please check at time of booking.

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band a b c dThe Snow Gorilla 27 24 17 8

Previews 20 17 13 8

Medea 16 16 16 8

Fallen Angels 28 24 19 5

Thu Mat 24 18 15 5

Donkey's Years 28.50 24 19 5

Previews & Thu Mat 20 17 13 5

Moon Tiger 28.50 24 19 5

Thu Mat 25 19 16 5

Tom's Midnight Garden 22 18 14 5

A Midsummer Night's Dream 26 23 19.50 5

The Comedy of Errors 26 23 19.50 5

Thu Mat 22 20 18 5

The Life of Galileo 30 25 25 5

Thu Mat 25 22 17.50 5

Hetty Feather 23.50 19.50 15.50 5

Previews 20 17 13 5

Translations 25 21 17 5

Thu Mat 20 17 13 5

The Gruffalo 12 12 12 10

Masks & Basques (unreserved seating) 22.50 22.50 22.50 22.50

Groups of 10+ 20 20 20 20

The Trio 25 21 17 12

National Youth Jazz Orchestra 25 21 17 12

Rose Christmas Concert 20 20 20 10

Aida 40 40 40 15

Krapp's Last Tape 12 12 12 9

Magical Mozart 21 18 16 8

The Sea The Sea 7 7 7 5

Aladdin 12 10 8 5

Magic at the Rose 10 10 10 5

JazzLiveDance in the Rose Theatre Bar 10 10 10 10

Comedy Store 12 12 12 10

on the Door 14 14 14 10

Juan Martin 17.50 17.50 17.50 12

Jacqui Dankworth 18 18 18 13

Rich Hall 16 16 16 12

No fees are payable when booking in person at the box office. An additional £1 per ticket booking fee and £1.60 per booking transaction fee are payable when booking online and by phone.

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SEATING PLAN

Photo: Chris Pearsall

band a b c dThe Snow Gorilla 27 24 17 8

Previews 20 17 13 8

Medea 16 16 16 8

Fallen Angels 28 24 19 5

Thu Mat 24 18 15 5

Donkey's Years 28.50 24 19 5

Previews & Thu Mat 20 17 13 5

Moon Tiger 28.50 24 19 5

Thu Mat 25 19 16 5

Tom's Midnight Garden 22 18 14 5

A Midsummer Night's Dream 26 23 19.50 5

The Comedy of Errors 26 23 19.50 5

Thu Mat 22 20 18 5

The Life of Galileo 30 25 25 5

Thu Mat 25 22 17.50 5

Hetty Feather 23.50 19.50 15.50 5

Previews 20 17 13 5

Translations 25 21 17 5

Thu Mat 20 17 13 5

The Gruffalo 12 12 12 10

Masks & Basques (unreserved seating) 22.50 22.50 22.50 22.50

Groups of 10+ 20 20 20 20

The Trio 25 21 17 12

National Youth Jazz Orchestra 25 21 17 12

Rose Christmas Concert 20 20 20 10

Aida 40 40 40 15

Krapp's Last Tape 12 12 12 9

Magical Mozart 21 18 16 8

The Sea The Sea 7 7 7 5

Aladdin 12 10 8 5

Magic at the Rose 10 10 10 5

JazzLiveDance in the Rose Theatre Bar 10 10 10 10

Comedy Store 12 12 12 10

on the Door 14 14 14 10

Juan Martin 17.50 17.50 17.50 12

Jacqui Dankworth 18 18 18 13

Rich Hall 16 16 16 12

SUPPORT USThe Rose Theatre produces a diverse and exciting range of live performances, from drama to music, which challenge, inspire and engage audiences. As we continue to work with outstanding artists, we are developing a reputation as a local theatre with a world class profile.

Our high quality artistic programming would not be possible without the support of the Royal Borough of Kingston; Kingston University; our corporate partners; individual donors and generous Friends.

Be a Loyal Friend of the Rose For just £45 a year our Friends Loyalty card will allow you to take advantage of exclusive ticket discounts, 15% off food and drink in our new café and exclusive offers with fantastic partners including Jamie’s Italian, Waterstones and Bentalls amongst others.

Individual Donations You can choose to make a donation to support a Rose Theatre production or Education fund, or join on our annual giving programmes as an Associate, Patron, Benefactor or Directors Circle Member.

Name a Seat From just £250, you can name a seat in our beautiful auditorium. This is a great way to celebrate a special occasion, leave your mark in the theatre or remember a loved one.

Working with Businesses We can create exciting and bespoke partnership packages for any business to raise awareness, to drive business or to highlight your support of the local arts scene. There is huge value for any local company to get involved with the Rose - a theatre at the heart of the community.

Hire our Rooms or The auditorium We have many spaces that may be perfect for your venue needs. Hold your next client event, children’s birthday party, conference, training day or meeting at the Rose.

Corporate & Individual Enquiries 0208 939 4058 / [email protected]

Hire Enquiries 0208 939 4007 / [email protected]

Volunteers 0208 546 6983 / [email protected]

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Emma Richards Head of Fundraising

THANK YOURose Theatre Kingston is grateful to the Royal Borough of Kingston, Kingston University and our many sponsors, donors, volunteers and Friends for their support of the Rose.

Corporate Partners

Corporate Associates

Corporate Sponsors

Corporate Patrons

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Loyalty Partners

HART'S BOATYARD

KINGSTON TOURGUIDES

TURKS LAUNCHES

Director’s Circle Felix Dennis; Marit Mohn; Ian Page; Lady Sainsbury of Turville; Anthony & Marjorie Simonds-Gooding; Rosemary & Philip Swatman; Robert Westlake

Benefactors Mark & Priscilla Austen; Christopher Foy; Sandy Gavshon; Agnes & Julian Hewitt-Smith; Martin & Kathryn Higgs; Libby & Barry Johnstone; Janice Lee / NYC; Sky Rossetti Styron Palmer-Challis; Bob Steed

Patrons Nic & Christine Beale; Michael & Rosemary Bibby; John & Francine Brooks; Timothy Combe; Michael & Mary Davison; Timothy Doyle; Baroness Hamwee; Wanda & Simon Higman; David Kester; Peter & Anne Lawrence; Patrick

& Marion O’Donovan; Ian & Mary Reid; Donald Rogers; Jenny Titterton; Monica & Peter Unwin

Trusts & Foundations David Harding Foundation; D’Oyly Carte Foundation; Garfield Weston Foundation; The Golden Bottle Trust; John Coates Charitable Trust; The Louisa Lewisohn Memorial Trust; Mercer’s Charitable Foundation; The Noël Coward Foundation; Rowan Bentall Charitable Trust; Sandra Charitable Trust; The Watson Family Foundation; William Allen Young Charitable Trust

Thanks to Ian & Wendelien Bellinger, Will Bland & Tricia Welch Bland, Lord Rix, the Rose Friends and all who wish to remain anonymous

Principle School Partner

GETTING HERE24–26 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey kt1 1hl

By TrainThe Rose is less than a 10 minute walk from Kingston station or a 10 minute bus ride from Surbiton station. Kingston is 30 minutes from Waterloo. Fast trains run from Waterloo to Surbiton.

Plan your journey and book your tickets. Visit southwesttrains.co.uk or call 0845 6000 650

Driving & Parking The Rose is not recognised by older Satnav systems. If dropping off, use kt1 1lb Kingston Police Station. The Rose Car Park is on East Lane kt1 2nn. kingston.gov.uk/parking. Open until midnight.

By Bus k1, k2, k3, k4, 57, 65, 71, 85, 111, 131, 213, 216, 285, 371, 406, 411, 418, 465

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VEHICLES

Opening This Autumn

Having opened their first bakery in Chichester 6 years ago, followed by a second in Cheltenham in 2009,

The Swallow Bakery are an independent family run business, taking up residence at the Rose this Autumn.

Alongside their delicious signature range of speciality cupcakes, cakes and dessert pies, you will also find

fantastic light lunches, funky milkshakes, barista coffee, natural loose teas, refreshing sparkling waters

and an extensive wine list.

Free wifi • Easy access • Family friendly

See page 30 for details of free events held in The Swallow Bakery at the Rose

Savoury A tempting menu of seasonal sandwiches, soups, salads and Swallow

Bakery specials. Whether you prefer a panini, a pizette or a savoury pastry puff, all are served with fresh leaves, kettle chips and a sweet

balsamic dressing.

Afternoon TeaAll butter scones with strawberry conserve and real Cornish clotted

cream served with your choice of loose-leaf tea.

Mad Hatters Afternoon TeaAll butter scones with strawberry conserve and real Cornish clotted

cream served with a glass of prosecco, finger sandwiches, your choice of loose leaf tea and decedent cupcakes all served using

vintage crockery.

YummiesA truly delicious selection including fruity muesli bars, Boston

brownies and millionaire shortbread biscuits

Layer CakesFrom traditional Victoria sponge to a sumptuous South American red velvet cake, a tasty array of homemade cakes to tempt every palette.

CupcakesAn irresistible range of delicious speciality cupcakes

Menu

For full menu visit rosetheatrekingston.org/visitor pop in and sample for yourself

We look forward to welcoming you!

DIARY: AT A GLANCEnovember

Sat 9 Masks & Basques 7.30pm

Sun 10 The Trio 7.30pmTue 12 Medea 7.30pmWed 13 Medea 7.30pmThu 14 Medea 2.30pm

Medea 7.30pm

Fri 15 Medea 2.30pm

Medea 7.30pm

Sat 16 National Youth Jazz Orchestra

7.30pm

Sun 17 Tiffin Oratorio 7.30pm

Mon 18 An Evening with Pam Ayres 7.30pm

Tue 19 Fascinating Aïda: Charm Offensive

7.30pm

Sat 23 Sandi Toksvig: My Valentine

7.30pm

Fri 29 The Snow Gorilla 7pm

Sat 30 The Snow Gorilla 5pm

decemberSun 1 The Snow Gorilla 5pmMon 2 The Snow Gorilla 7pmWed 4 The Snow Gorilla 5pmThu 5 The Snow Gorilla 1.30pm

The Snow Gorilla 5pmFri 6 The Snow Gorilla 7pm

Sat 7 The Snow Gorilla 1.30pm

The Snow Gorilla 5pm

Sun 8 The Snow Gorilla 12pm


Mon 9 The Snow Gorilla 5pm

Tue 10 The Snow Gorilla 1.30pm

Thu 12 The Snow Gorilla 11am








Mon 16 The Snow Gorilla 11am

Tue 17 The Snow Gorilla 1.30pm

Thu 19 The Snow Gorilla 11am








Mon 23 The Snow Gorilla 11am


Tue 24 The Snow Gorilla 11am

The Snow Gorilla 5pmThu 26 The Snow Gorilla 2pmFri 27 The Snow Gorilla 5pmSat 28 The Snow Gorilla 2pm

The Snow Gorilla 7pmSun 29 The Snow Gorilla 12pm

The Snow Gorilla 5pmMon 30 The Snow Gorilla 5pmTue 31 The Snow Gorilla 11am


januaryThu 2 The Snow Gorilla 1.30pm



Sat 4 The Snow Gorilla 2pm



Mon 13 Krapps' Last Tape 7.30pm

Tue 14 Magical Mozart 7.30pm

Wed 15 The Sea The Sea: A Rehearsed Reading 7.30pm

Sat 18 Aladdin Mayoral Event 7pmSun 19 Magic at the Rose 7.30pm

Fri 24 JazzLiveDance 8.30pm

Sat 25 Aida: An Opera 7.30pm

Sun 26 The Comedy Store 7.30pm

Mon 27 Fallen Angels 7.30pm

Tue 28 Fallen Angels 7.30pm

Wed 29 Fallen Angels 7.30pm

Thur 30 Fallen Angels 2.30pm

Fallen Angels 7.30pm

Fri 31 Fallen Angels 7.30pm

februarySat 1 Fallen Angels 2.30pm

Fallen Angels 7.30pm

Thu 6 Donkeys' Years 7.30pm

Fri 7 Donkeys' Years 7.30pm

Sat 8 Donkeys' Years 7.30pm

Mon 10 Donkeys' Years 7.30pm

Tue 11 Donkeys' Years 7.30pmWed 12 Donkeys' Years 7pmThu 13 Donkeys' Years 2.30pm

Donkeys' Years 7.30pm


Sat 15 Donkeys' Years 2.30pm

Donkeys' Years 7.30pm

Mon 17 Donkeys' Years 7.30pm

Tue 18 Donkeys' Years 7.30pm

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Wed 19 Donkeys' Years 7.30pm

Thu 20 Donkeys' Years 2.30pmDonkeys' Years 7.30pm


Sat 22 Donkeys' Years 2.30pmDonkeys' Years 7.30pm

Sun 23 The Comedy Store 7.30pm

Mon 24 Moon Tiger 7.30pm

Tue 25 Moon Tiger 7.30pm

Wed 26 Moon Tiger 7.30pm

Thu 27 Moon Tiger 2.30pmMoon Tiger 7.30pm

Fri 28 Moon Tiger 7.30pm

marchSat 1 Moon Tiger 2.30pm

Moon Tiger 7.30pm

Sun 2 Juan Martin 7.30pm

Tue 4 Tom's Midnight Garden 7pm

Wed 5 Tom's Midnight Garden 10.30amTom's Midnight Garden 1.30pm

Thu 6 Tom's Midnight Garden 10.30amTom's Midnight Garden 1.30pm

Fri 7 Tom's Midnight Garden 10.30amTom's Midnight Garden 7pm

Sat 8 Tom's Midnight Garden 10.30amTom's Midnight Garden 2.30pm

Sun 9 Jacqui Dankworth 7.30pm

Tue 11 A Midsummer Night's Dream

7.30pm

Wed 12 The Comedy of Errors 7.30pmThu 13 The Comedy of Errors 2pm

The Comedy of Errors 7.30pm

Fri 14 A Midsummer Night's Dream

7.30pm

Sat 15 A Midsummer Night's Dream

12.30pm

A Midsummer Night's Dream

2pm

The Comedy of Errors 6pmThe Comedy of Errors 7.30pm

Sat 22 Masks and Basques 7.30pmSun 23 Rich Hall 7.30pm

Mon 24 The Life of Galileo 7.30pm

Tue 25 The Life of Galileo 7.30pmWed 26 The Life of Galileo 7.30pmThu 27 The Life of Galileo 2.30pm

The Life of Galileo 7.30pmFri 28 The Life of Galileo 7.30pmSat 29 The Life of Galileo 2.30pm

The Life of Galileo 7.30pm

aprilSat 5 Hetty Feather 2.30pm

Hetty Feather 7pmSun 6 Hetty Feather 3pmTue 8 Hetty Feather 2.30pmWed 9 Hetty Feather 7pmThu 10 Hetty Feather 2.30pm

Hetty Feather 7pmFri 11 Hetty Feather 7pmSat 12 Hetty Feather 1pm

Hetty Feather 2.30pmHetty Feather 7pm

Sun 13 Hetty Feather 3pmTue 15 Hetty Feather 7pmWed 16 Hetty Feather 7pmThu 17 Hetty Feather 2.30pm

Hetty Feather 7pmFri 18 Hetty Feather 3pm

Hetty Feather 7pmSat 19 Hetty Feather 2.30pm

Hetty Feather 7pmTue 22 Translations 7.30pmWed 23 Translations 7.30pmThu 24 Translations 2.30pm

Translations 7.30pmFri 25 Translations 7.30pmSat 26 Translations 2.30pm

Translations 7.30pmMon 28 Translations 7.30pmTue 29 Translations 7.30pmWed 30 Translations 7.30pm

mayThu 1 Translations 1pm

Translations 2.30pmFri 2 Translations 7.30pmSat 3 Translations 2.30pm

Translations 7.30pmTue 27 The Gruffalo 1.30pm

The Gruffalo 4.30pmWed 28 The Gruffalo 11am

The Gruffalo 1.30pmThu 29 The Gruffalo 11am

The Gruffalo 1.30pmFri 30 The Gruffalo 11am

The Gruffalo 1.30pmSat 31 The Gruffalo 11.30am

The Gruffalo 2pmThe Gruffalo 4.30pm

juneSun 1 The Gruffalo 11.30am

The Gruffalo 1.30pm

CAPTIONED PERFORMANCETOUCH TOUR PRESS NIGHT

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