Spring programme 2009
* Denotes amateur production
Box Office: 01724 277733
Email: plowright.theatre@northlincs.gov.uk.
Thursday 2 July at 7pm
St Lawrence Academy
Sports presentation evening
The St Lawrence Academy is delighted to bring its hugely successful sports presentation evening to the Plowright for the first time. Based around the BBC's Sports Personality of the Year, students are rewarded for their contributions to sport. This will be the fifth event but the first as the new St Lawrence Academy.
Tickets: Only available from St Lawrence Academy School by invitation only.
Saturday 4 July at 7pm
Wendy Foster Theatre School present
Dance fusion 2009*
The Wendy Foster Theatre School presents a showcase of street dance, singing, drama and festival work. With all these different styles of theatre, there is something for everyone, and will be a fun energetic show.
Tickets: £6.50. Concessions £6.
Thursday 9 to Saturday 11 July at 7pm
Jopsox presents
The Wind in the Willows*
The writer of last year's highly successful Jopsox production 'Treasure Island', brings us a brand new musical adaptation of the well known children's classic. Follow the shenanigans of the irrepressible Toad and his good friends, Ratty, Mole and Badger in this rip-roaring musical ride along the road of friendship.
Tickets: £7. Concessions £5.
Wednesday 15 to Saturday 18 July at 7.30pm
Kay Traviss Dance Group
Wuthering Heights in dance*
With supporting programme.
Wonderful music, dance and drama - the classic story of Heathcliff and his obsessional love for Cathy in the bleak, wild setting of the Yorkshire Moors. Vivid characters, stylish costume and action keep you entertained in an evening of theatre. Large cast and some of the brightest talent in the area.
Tickets: £8. Concessions £7. One free ticket in every eight.
Thursday 23 July at 7.30pm
Rave on
A tribute to Buddy Holly.
Once again Marc Robinson returns to celebrate the music of the man himself Buddy Holly. It is the 50th Anniversary of the untimely death of Buddy Holly.Marc Robinson from 'Stars in their Eyes' and founder member of 'Rockin on Heavens Door' with the Counterfeit Crickets give their tribute and salute Buddy Holly with the songs he brought us, Raining in my heart, Blue days black night, True love ways, Doesn't matter anymore and many more classics. Supporting Marc is Michael King who gives his tribute to Billy Fury with classics Nothin shakin, Halfway to paradise, and I'll never find another you.
Tickets: £14.50. Concessions: £13.50.
Monday 27 to Friday 31 July
Stagedoor productions
Musical theatre workshops
Stage Door Productions are delighted to be returning to the Plowright once again, with one of their fabulous 'Summer Workshops'. 'The Magic of the Musicals' This five day course is a great opportunity for children to either try the three disciplines of the theatre for the first time or for those who already have some experience to continue to enjoy the pleasure it gives. We are not looking for the next Oscar winning actor - These are fun workshops for children of all abilities, the emphasis is on self expression, enjoyment
and, above all, 'fun'.
Course runs from 27 to 31 July, 10am to 4pm daily, working towards a performance on the last evening.
Price - £100 for first child, £85 for siblings - call 01206 262500 for further details.
Autumn Programme 2009
Wednesday 2 to Saturday 15 September at 7.30pm
Wilton Productions
Footloose*
Wilton are privileged to be one of the first companies in the country to perform this recently released musical. The story follows the film of the same name and includes the songs 'Holding out for a Hero', 'Lets hear it for the Boy', and the ever popular title number 'Footloose'. Energetic dance routines and great singing complete a fabulous evenings entertainment.
Tickets: All £10.
Tuesday 15 September at 7.30pm
Sammy J in the forest of dreams
Take the music of Disney, the drama of The Lord of the Rings and the emotion of Les Miserables. Then blindfold them, beat them, regain their trust, beat them again, and you might end up with something resembling this Edinburgh Festival hit show. Walt Disney gets his comeuppance in this skewed tribute to the tales of our childhood. Join Sammy, a cast of 14 puppets, toe-tapping music and award winning puppeteer Heath McIvor as they take you on a magical journey through the Forest of Dreams.
Just leave the kids at home!
"I've never been enchanted so rudely before" Scotland on Sunday
Tickets: £14; concessions £12.
Wednesday 16 September at 7.30pm
The ELO experience
30 years on, and the music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra are still regularly played on radio stations throughout the world. A group of talented musicians are currently touring UK theatres bringing the most popular songs back to the stage. This show, recently back from Las Vegas, is not to be missed.
Come and hear their greatest hits reproduced by the exciting and incredible "ELO experience".
Read reviews and comments at the ELO tribute website.
Tickets: £15; concessions £14.
Thursday 17 to Saturday 19 September at 7.30pm; matinee Saturday 2.30pm
Hull Truck Theatre
Shakers
Written by John Godber and Jane Thornton
They are Carol, Adele, Nicky and Mel, mix a Pina Colada or serve you a San Miguel. They have ambitions and dreams and would like to go far but their working as waitresses in a cocktail bar!
Welcome to Shakers - for service with a smile, even if the waitresses are shaken and probably stirred! Underpaid, overworked and rushed off their feet we see through their eyes, a variety of characters propping up the bar and out for a night on the tiles.
Written by award winning writing team John Godber and Jane Thornton, this hilarious faced paced comedy promises to have you laughing out loud!
Tickets: £13; concessions £12.
Tuesday 22 to Saturday 26 September at 7.30pm
The Hospital Players
Relatively speaking*
By Alan Ayckbourn
When Ginny, her fiancé, her older lover and his wife meet by chance (or ironical fate) a wildly hilarious situation arises, leading to a series of misunderstandings, until no-one can be sure who is related to or in love with whom.
Tickets: All £9.
See flyers for buy one get one free offer details.
Sunday 27 September at 7.30pm
Mary Duff
Irish singing sensation Mary Duff will be making her debut show in Scunthorpe this autumn, this show is a one night only spectacle.
Mary Duff has sang with artists such as country legend Garth Brooks and is the official touring partner of Daniel O'Donnell.
You're in for a fantastic night of Irish and Country spectacular music.
Tickets: £21. Concessions £20.
Wednesday 30 September at 7.30pm
The Vagina Monologues
The Vagina Monologues returns to the Plowright Theatre with an all star cast!
Based on author Eve Ensler's 'Vagina Interviews' conducted with women from all around the world, this hilariously witty and moving collection of tales gives voice to a chorus of lusty, outrageous, poignant, brave and thoroughly human stories. As sharp as Sex and the City and as unmissable as Friends -bring your mum, your best friend, your sister or even your granny - this is the ultimate girls night out... trust us!
"Laugh out loud FUNNY, witty provocative and deeply poignant" The Independent
"Eve Ensler's GLORIOUS show is WARM ,OPEN EXCITING, ENCHANTING and HILARIOUSLY funny! See it even if you haven't got one" Sunday Times
The Ultimate Girls Night out; now in its 10th amazing year!
Tickets £17.50 all.
Thursday 1 October - first screening at 6.30pm; second screening at 8.30pm (this screening may contain material unsuitable for young children)
Scunthorpe young people's film festival 2009
This evening will celebrate the work of young filmmakers from North Lincolnshire and beyond, screening work that has been made by the young people and announcing the winners of the various categories in the film festival competition. With financial investment from Screen Yorkshire.
Tickets: £2 All (limited allocation for public sale; others by invitation only).
Friday 2 October at 7.30pm
John Taylor presents
Dennis Locorriere
The Raconteur is back on tour
Dennis Locorriereis one of the last great undimmed American heroes.
Without reservation he still has one of the finest voices around, impassioned heartbreak and lost innocence... As the lead singer of Dr Hook, one of the biggest bands across the world in the seventies and eighties, Dennis Locorriere is THAT beautiful voice instantly recognised the world over. He sang every major hit they had and was the only member of the band on every Dr Hook recording, but Dr Hook really is only the early part of Dennis Locorriere's story. Dennis' own story is now so much more than Dr Hook. His contemporary achievements now feature two critically acclaimed Solo albums, two live concert DVD recordings, a three disc box set and major appearances at both Glastonbury and Cropredy Festivals and several major international tours in his own right. He recently starred as part of the all star line up for the Dear Mr fantasy Concert at London's Roundhouse alongside Steve Winwood, Paul Weller, Pete Townshend, Yusuf Islam, Joe Walsh, Gary Moore, Bill Wyman, Jon Lord and a host of other stars celebrating the life and career of Traffic founding member Jim Capaldi and was also the latest special guest with Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings early this year. Dennis returns to the UK this year celebrating the very best of his own solo work and the wonderful catalogue of classic songs & recordings from his former band Dr Hook.
Tickets: £17; concessions £16.
Saturday 3 October at 7.30pm
The Manfreds - 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 who will provide a full evenings entertainment with a few 'surprise' renditions of their work, not only with The Manfreds, but with their individual connections.
Tickets: £17.50; concessions £16.50.
Tuesday 6 to Saturday 10 October at 7.30pm
Scunthorpe Little Theatre Club
The shell seekers*
Rosamunde Pilcher's novel wonderfully adapted by Terence Brady and Charlotte Bingham.
It tells the story of Penelope Keeling and her family and the passion, courage and heartbreak over three generations. It is also a story of 'The Shell Seekers' itself, a painting which threatens to tear the Keeling family apart.
Tickets: £8, concessions £7.
Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 October at 7.30pm
Talon - best of Eagles
Greatest hits tour - volume III
Now in their twelfth year together, Talon are set to bring you their most exciting Eagles music show to date. Featuring all the Eagles Classics we grew up with, through the decades, to include material from the long awaited new album which is sure to spawn a list of hits over the coming years. The last time the Eagles released an original album, most musicians on today's Top 40 list weren't even born. The fact that the band could take a 28-year break before releasing their seventh studio album, 'Long Road Out Of Eden', is simply a tribute to how enduring their music is. In what promises to be Talon's biggest and best show ever, Talon have repeatedly year after year, taken their stunning recreation of the complex melodies and superb vocal harmonies of the Eagles to deliver a concert to remember.
"When it comes to re-creating the unique sounds of the Eagles, Talon are unequalled". Classic Gold Radio.
For more information visit the Talon music website.
Tickets: £15; concessions £14.
Wednesday 14 October 7.30pm
NSPCC Gala Night
The lady legends show
A sensational production featuring the world renowned Miss Julia Martin and her fabulous Legend Dancers, this action packed two hour show will take you on a memorable journey from the American lady divas of the 50's to the outstanding Brit Girls of the 60's. You will be entertained with some of the greatest hits from Doris Day, Brenda Lee, Connie Francis, Lulu, Dusty, Cilla, Dame Shirley Bassey with ORIGINAL Bassey gowns and many more. A special tribute to Miss Celine Dion will open the night. The Lady Legends Show is touring over 100 theatres in the UK and with your help it will raise £500,000 for the most worthwhile of causes... the NSPCC. Just by enjoying a great show, you will be helping to put a stop to cruelty to children
Tickets £12.50 all - please support us, every ticket sold helps!
Friday 16 October at 7pm
The Shakespeare schools festival
"We are such stuff as dreams are made on"
The UK's largest youth drama festival comes to Scunthorpe in October 2009. "The isle is full of noises, sounds and sweet airs, that give delight." This year the Festival is hosted by 65 theatres across the country mounting 500 productions of Shakespeare's plays. The Shakespeare Schools Festival works in partnership with the National Theatre and the National Youth Theatre to support 10,000 young people on their journey to become Shakespearean players in professional theatres.
Join four local schools as they stage four different half-hour plays. Details of participating schools can be obtained from the Box Office.
"A hit, a very palpable hit..."
Tickets: £7.50, concessions £5.50.
Saturday 17 October at 7.30pm
The Floyd effect
An authentic live tribute to the music of Pink Floyd.
The Floyd Effect seven-piece tribute show returns to the Plowright Theatre with a fantastic new show for 2009 featuring all new projections and material from Wish You Were Here, Animals, Meddle, The Wall, A Momentary Lapse of Reason and the Division Bell. The show concludes with a complete performance of one of the greatest pieces of music ever written; Dark Side of the Moon. Join us for an unforgettable musical experience that will take you on a journey from Grantchester Meadows to the Dark Side of the Moon.
"... A must see for any Pink Floyd fan. They don't just play the tunes... these guys actually sound like Pink Floyd ..." Playhouse, Norwich
Tickets: £15 concessions £13
Tuesday 20 to Saturday 24 October ay 7.30pm
Appleby Frodingham Theatrical Society
On your honour*
By Roger Leach and Colin Wakefield
QC Hugo wants to be a High Court Judge, so he needs to impress Sir Harry, a homophobic bigot. So Hugo and colleague, Nick organise a weekend conference. Nick takes along a young secretary but misunderstandings and attempted infidelity causes mayhem in this hilarious farce.
Tickets: £7.50, concessions £6.50.
Sunday 25 October at 7.30pm
JMS Productions
Back to broadway
In aid of St Andrews Hospice, starring Helen Noble from Channel 4's Hollyoaks with four TV, West End and UK Tour performers
Back to Broadway presents a sparkling, fast moving compilation of songs from some of the greatest musicals, bringing you a night of pure escapism, including show stopping numbers from Les Miserables to Hairspray!
Tickets: All £16.50.
£1 from the sale of every ticket will be donated to St Andrews Hospice.
Monday 26 October at 2.30pm
Rainbow Live! presents
Zippy superstar DJ
Stars of the classic children's television programme Rainbow take to the stage in a brand new live theatre show "Zippy Superstar DJ".
Zippy's life suddenly changes when he wins a hit record contract with Yellow Peril Records! With only a few hours to get Zippy ready before he leaves the Rainbow house, the gang pull together to help turn Zippy into a star.
Zippy's record is a huge hit and quickly earns him Superstar status, but when Zippy starts to miss his Rainbow friends he has to decide where and who he'd rather be!
Zippy Superstar DJ features all of the fun ingredients associated with the popular Rainbow show and includes lots of sing-along songs, games and giggles.
The show is suitable for three years and upwards.
Tickets: £8; concessions £7; family £28.
Wednesday 28 October at 7.30pm
Andy Fairweather Low and the Low Riders
Andy Fairweather Low's pedigree is the stuff rock dreams are made of. He first came to prominence at the vanguard of the new youthful expression of pop music as the lead singer in Amen Corner. The 60's saw them clock up hit after pop hit. Songs such as 'Bend Me Shape Me', 'Hello Suzy', '(If Paradise is) Half As Nice' are internationally remembered to this day.
Now following a major solo tour last summer with some of the world's finest musicians in his band, Andy has just completed a tour with The Low Riders in Germany this April and comes to us fresh from Eric Clapton's 2008 UK tour.
If you just remember Andy's early work and major solo hits such as 'Wide Eyed and Legless', you're in for a treat - there's so much more - you may have caught his appearance on Later with Jools earlier this year and his new show includes songs from all aspects of this man's extraordinary career including the 2006 release 'Sweet Soulful Music'.
This show is a unique and superlative musical evening. This is one show you will not want to miss - book early to see the legend with his band The Low Riders, Dave Bronze - Bass & Vocals, Paul Beavis - Drums and Richard Dunn - Hammond Organ.
Quite simply, Andy Fairweather Low has been - and continues to be - the guitarist and vocalist of choice for a phenomenal cast list of musical luminaries.
Tickets: £16 all.
Thursday 29 October at 7.30pm
The Russian State Ballet Academy of Perm
The Nutcracker
Music by Tchaikovsky
As though the delicate intricacy of snowflakes and the scent of Christmas spices are woven into the music, the magical spirit of Christmas Eve is perfectly captured in Tchaikovsky's most famous of all fairytale ballets, The Nutcracker.
On the stroke of midnight, toy dolls suddenly come to life and an army of soldiers faces a gang of mice, when suddenly a wooden Nutcracker changes into a handsome Prince who escorts young Clara on a fantastical journey to the Kingdom of Sweets.
A delightful treat for the whole family!
Tickets: £18.50; concessions £16.
Friday 30 October at 7.30pm
Mugenkyo Taiko drummers
A spectacular concert of heart-pounding excitement, and an unmissable opportunity to see this innovative and visually stunning group as they celebrate their 15 year anniversary.
Thundering rhythms on huge taiko drums interweave with layers of percussive soundscapes and delicate bamboo flute in a spell-binding display of precise choreography and sheer athleticism.
Through years of rigorous touring, Mugenkyo have developed a gritty passionate style that is uniquely their own, retaining the traditional spirit of taiko yet creating a contemporary sound and a modern stage show that has captivated audiences everywhere.
"Drumming as an almost religious experience... exhilarating to behold." The Glasgow Herald
"Just when you think it could not get any more powerful, it doubles in intensity. This show is not one to be missed." Edinburgh Evening News
Tickets: £15, concessions £13.
Saturday 31 October at 7.30pm
Kevin Bloody Wilson
Dilligaf cafe world tour 2009
Regarded by Billy Connolly as the "world's funniest Australian"
After writing and recording over 200 songs, and selling in excess of three million albums, Kevin Bloody Wilson is showing no signs of slowing down
Still averaging 120 concerts a year all over the globe - the last 12 months has seen Wilson perform in South Africa, the UK, Timor, New Zealand and Australia - he's a busy bloke, and he wouldn't have it any other way.
"I've always loved coming here. UK audiences 'get it' - we're on the same page humour-wise"
This point is proven by the sold out shows and continually high proportion of CD and digital sales for Kev's Albums in the UK.
This year's concert tour has been extended to three months to satisfy the high demand for tickets.
Book early; this show will sell out!
For more information visit the following websites: kevinbloodywilson.com or kevheads.com.
Kev is also on MySpace, Facebook and Bebo.
Tickets: £18.50 All Contains strong language; not for the easily offended! Over 18s only.
Tuesday 3 to Friday 6 November at 7.30pm and Saturday 7 November at 3pm and 7.30pm
Scunthorpe Gilbert and Sullivan Society
HMS Pinafore*
By Gilbert and Sullivan
Set amidst the sophisticated elegance of the 1920s, this sparkling new production of Gilbert and Sullivan's perennial favourite, HMS Pinafore, charts the highs and lows of star-crossed lovers from opposite sides of the social divide. Snobbery and poverty turn topsy-turvy in this rip-roaring yarn filled with toe-tapping tunes and scatty characters.
Tickets: £10, £9, buy 10 tickets and pay for nine.
Tuesday 10 to Saturday 14 November at 7.30pm
Broughton Dramatic Society
Gas light*
Written by Patrick Hamilton
A creepy old house, a wealthy old lady lies murdered. Has the killer evaded justice or will he be unmasked in this classic Victorian thriller?
Tickets: £7, concessions £6
Tuesday 17 to Saturday 21 November at 7.30pm
Group 62
Misery*
By Stephen King, adapted by Simon Moore
Best selling author Paul Sheldon writes for a living, now he writes to stay alive. Held captive by his number one fan, nurse Annie Wilkes, this psychological thriller will have you on the edge of your seats.
Warning - This play contains strong language and scenes of violence.
Tickets: £8, concessions £7, £24 for four tickets.
Tuesday 24 November at 7.30pm
Elvis on tour - the legend contibues...
'Elvis on tour - the legend continues' features a full evening show paying tribute to the early days of 'pure hip-swivelling rock n' roll, the '68 Come Back Special' and Elvis's Las Vegas performances. The serious production features Lee 'Memphis' King, the UK's most successful Elvis impersonator, finalist in "The Worlds Greatest Elvis" and in the special edition of "The Weakest Link" both on BBC One TV. With his outstanding band and singers, his spectacular recreation of Elvis Presley on stage is a true 'must see'!! Don't miss it!
Pure entertainment! Pure Elvis! For more information visit elvis-theshow.com.
Tickets: £19.50 all.
Wendy Foster
See local press for details.
Saturday 5 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010
Tony Peers Productions presents the magical pantomime
Dick Whittington
Back with more laughs and mayhem from Scunthorpe's favourite funsters!!
See separate flyer for details.
Ask about the early bird booking discount!
Coming soon:
27 February 2010
Electric dreams pop goes the 80s
'Spectacular smash hit show' The Guardian
With a barrage of non-stop hits and, a sensational cast of West End singers, dancers and musicians, breathtaking lights, dazzling laser shows and enough costumes for any material girl will complete this unforgettable 80's experience.
17 to 19 March 2010 at 7.30pm
Essence of Ireland
Back by popular demand - on sale now!
Capturing the true "Essence of Ireland" this 18 piece show (10 dancers plus eight musicians), is a kaleidoscope of breathtaking choreography, superb musicianship, striking costumes, and superb presentation. This modern show combines the best of Irish dancing, accompanied by a superb lively 8 piece band, fantastic vocals, and stunning choreography - we guarantee audiences will be delighted and enthralled with this fantastic production.
Tickets: £16; concessions £15.
5 March 2010
The bootleg 60s with the Overtures
The overtures are the finest exponents of 60s music in the world today and among their many credits and successes they are proud to have been asked personally by Sir Elton John to be the main act at his civil ceremony. Let yourself be taken on an unforgettable journey with the songs, stars and images of pop music's greatest decade. If you only ever see one sixties show, make it this one...
20 March 2010
Clare Teal
'One of the best vocal talents to emerge from the UK in a long, long while' - Sir Michael Parkinson.
Claire Teal is one of the country's leading vocal talents. A unique singer, songwriter, broadcaster and live performer, Claire Teal is an extraordinary talent and one of Britain's most exciting entertainers
* Denotes amateur production
Box Office: 01724 277733
Email: plowright.theatre@northlincs.gov.uk.