Preview: Sarah Millican at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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Sarah Millican: Outsider – another extra date added on 31st July!

Sarah Millican

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Sunday 31st July 2016

Due to phenomenal demand, Tyne Theatre & Opera House are excited to announce another extra Sarah Millican date on Sunday 31st July. She will now be taking over the theatre’s stage for an incredible 9 nights in 2016.

The hugely popular comedian is already appearing at Tyne Theatre & Opera House across 4 nights in May as part of her Outsider tour with more dates later added on the 22nd, 23rd, 29th and 30th of July.

In just 7 years Sarah Millican has gone from winning the Best Newcomer Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to becoming one of the UK’s most successful and multi-award-winning comedians, who also holds the record as the highest selling female comedian in the DVD market.

Sarah is a natural storyteller who charms the audience through her skillfully delivered gag-packed anecdotes about life’s curiosities. With a track record of three sell out tours and 700,000 combined tour DVD sales to date, the Outsider tour promises to be another critically acclaimed triumph.

Having such a fantastic comedian perform 9 times over the space of a few months is amazing news for Tyne Theatre & Opera House. Since gaining a new lease of life at the beginning of last year with a new company taking over the theatre, things have gone from strength to strength. 2016’s comedy line-up is particularly exciting, with the likes of Dylan Moran, Ed Byrne and Jimeoin gracing the stage.

Theatre Director Joanne Johnson says: “I’m thrilled we are able to add another Sarah Millican date to our programme as the demand was absolutely remarkable, so it gives people who may have missed out on the previous dates another chance to snap up tickets. We expect these tickets to sell very quickly! We love Sarah, and the nine shows she has lined up at the theatre are part of a stellar comedy line-up as we become the go-to venue for big comedy names in the North East.”

Tickets:

Tickets on sale Friday 29th January at 10am and will cost £25 (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days

Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday)

More information at our Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

 

Preview: Jamie Raven Live at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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“I now finally believe in magic!”

Jamie Raven Live

Newcastle Tyne Theatre and Opera House

Saturday 2nd July 2016

 

The Tyne Theatre and Opera House are thrilled to announce that Jamie Raven will be bringing a touch of magic to Newcastle next summer!

Jamie Raven burst onto an unsuspecting world during the 2015 series of Britain’s Got Talent. His magic amazed audiences and even made Simon Cowell exclaim, “I now finally believe in magic!”

Jamie has been perfecting his craft over the past 11 years working as a magician around the world and his ambition was always to take it to a wider audience and BGT finally gave him that chance.  His online videos from Britain’s Got Talent have now been seen over 100 million times, making him one of the most viewed magicians in the world.

Since finishing BGT, Jamie is headlining in The Illusionists at The Shaftesbury Theatre in London’s West End and is excited to start on his own UK theatre tour in June and July 2016.

So, sit back, relax and let Jamie Raven show you some of the magic that he has astounded audiences with around the world.

Twitter: @JamieRavenMagic

Facebook: JamieRavenMagic

Tickets:

Tickets: Adults - £18.50, Children £16.50, Family - £65 (2&2 or 1&3) (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days.  Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday).

Tickets are now available from www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Special offer: £4 off all tickets before 31st January 2016.

Preview: Laffs4Kids at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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A Night Of Comedy In Exchange For An Unwrapped Present For A Child!

Laffs4Kids

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Saturday 19^th December 2015, 8.30pm

Tyne Theatre & Opera House are thrilled to announce that on Saturday 19^thDecember they will host Laffs4Kids, a fantastic charity event in aid of Cash for Kids featuring North East favourite’s Jason Cook, Chris Ramseyand more.

This Christmas 40,000 children across the North East living in poverty will not have a Christmas present on Christmas day. Laffs4Kids is trying to do something about that. A stellar bill of globe-trotting Geordie comedians coming together for one night to make you laugh your Christmas stockings off. And the price of admission? Merely bring an unwrapped present for a child.

To cover the admin costs and book a seat, there is a nominal one pound charge, but book your ticket then turn up with a present for a child and watch the finest comedians knock your socks off just before Christmas. This promises to be the happiest comedy show you have ever been to. People are paying with presents!

Lineup:

Jason Cook will introduce:
Chris Ramsey
Billy Mitchell
Steffen Peddie
Alfie Joey
Mickey Hutton

And more

to be added!

Tickets:

£1 booking fee per ticket. Ticket holders must buy a child’s present to hand in on the evening. Tickets will only be available from Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office and website, not via our telephone booking line.

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days.

More information at our Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Preview: Wizard of Oz at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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The Wizard of Oz

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Sunday 29th & Monday 30th May 2016 

The Wizard of Oz Cancelled

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• From the Tyne Theatre website "Unfortunately The Wizard of Oz show which was due to be with us on Sunday 29th & Monday 30th May is now cancelled. Please find an official statement from Enchanted Entertainment below. We apologise for any disappointment or inconvenience this may cause. Refunds will be issued: ticket holders must return to point of purchase for refunds.

OFFICIAL STATEMENT REGARDING THE WIZARD OF OZ TOUR

After the wonderful news and recent announcement from Dani Harmer that she is pregnant with her first child, Enchanted Entertainment have decided to cut short their UK Tour of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ starring Dani Harmer as ‘Dorothy’. The tour will now finish on 19^th April 2016.

This was a difficult decision for all parties. Enchanted Entertainment apologise for any disappointment this may cause, but hope to reschedule the later part of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ tour for Easter 2017 with an all-new cast."

Preview: OLIVER! at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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West End Operatic Society presents:

OLIVER!

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Tuesday 5^thto Saturday 9^th April 2016

Following the success of their award winning production of the musical Hairspray (NETG Review link), West End Operatic Society are back and this time with the well-loved family classic Oliver!

A Dickens tale, Oliver! tells the story of an orphan boy who is kicked out of the workhouse and, after being sold as an apprentice to an undertaker, runs away and is taken in by a gang of juvenile pickpockets, but is it the life Oliver really wants? Set in Victorian London with memorable characters such as Fagin and the Artful Dodger, the story takes the audience on a journey through Oliver's adventures and mishaps.

With fun-filled numbers like 'Oom-pah-pah and 'Who Will Buy?' to the more poignant 'Where is Love' and 'As Long As He Needs Me' this promises to be a show that will be enjoyed by all, young & not so young!

So 'Consider Yourself' invited to a fun filled Easter treat for the whole family in April 2016.

Tickets:

Stalls £16, Grand Circle £18, Upper Circle £12, Gallery £9 (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days

Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday)

More information at our Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Review: Pirates of Penzance at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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Tyne Pirates Are A Barrel Of Fun

The Pirates of Penzance

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Until Saturday 26^th September 2015

In a drive to return one of the oldest fully working Victorian theatres to its former glory over 60 performers have come together for a cracking show.

Now we have a confession to make. We have never seen a performance of the works by Sir William Schwenck Gilbert and Sir Arthur Sullivan. If tonight is anything to go by then we are definitely looking forward to our next encounter.

The story begins with a bang as the young apprentice Frederick (Chris Wain) points out to the Pirate King (Michael Geddes) and his Lieutenant Samuel (Dave Rawlings) that he has nearly completed his apprenticeship. He is 21 and he has no plans to continue. The only woman in the band of rogues, Ruth (Enid Gale) hopes to marry the young lad but he wonders what other women are out there.

When they land off the coast of Cornwall they cross paths with the Major General (Gawen Robinson) and his many daughters – in particular Mabel (Louisa Sherlock) who clearly knows she is attractive. Young Frederick leaves piracy and tries to change his life with amusing consequences.

One of the great pleasures of this show is that the strong singing is accompanied by a large fabulous orchestra under the musical direction of Michael Wilmot. The tight performance helped bring about a vibrant feel to the songs. The musicians fill the theatre with great music and take advantage of the natural acoustics of the room

The show is full of familiar songs. I am the very model of a modern Major-General and When a felon's not engaged in his employment are both timeless classics. Their familiarity comes from their use in comedy on television. The clever choreography from Danielle Mendes brings the humour alive.

The show is a large ensemble piece but there are no weak links in this talented cast.  All of the way through the story there is a real sense of fun from camp carry on of the Sergeant of Police (Daniel Vening) to the high speed singing by Major General (Gawen Robinson). The harmonies were delightful and the solos, including the high notes hit by Louisa Sherlock, show the genuine expertise on stage.

The audience had plenty of laughs. This is no stuffy production and clever interactions with the orchestra help to break the fourth wall.  Director Bea Atkinson has ensured that the show is great fun to watch and the time flies by.

The show has real heart and is a pleasure to watch. The fabulous live orchestra coupled with talented singers who are clearly enjoying themselves make this a perfect introduction to Gilbert and Sullivan.

All profits from ticket sales will go directly to the preservation of the iconic Grade-I listed building.

This review was written by Stephen Oliver for the North East Theatre Guide from Jowheretogo PR (www.jowheretogo.com). Follow Jo on twitter @jowheretogo, Stephen @panic_c_button or like Jowheretogo on Facebook www.facebook.com/Jowheretogo

Read the original North East Theatre Guide preview: http://nomorepanicbutton.blogspot.co.uk/2015/09/preview-pirates-of-penzance-at.html

Tickets:

The Friends of Tyne Theatre and Opera House’s production of The Pirates of Penzance will run from Tuesday 22 September to Saturday 26 September, from 7.30pm each evening.

Tickets: £13 All; Concessions £10: Limited View £8; Buy 10, get 1 free. (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days

Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday)

More information at our Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Audience members will also have the opportunity to take part in a pre-performance theatre heritage talk and tour, for which advance booking is required. 

 

Preview: Frankie Boyle at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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Frankie Boyle: Hurt Like You’ve Never Been Loved

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Friday 20th November 2015

Tyne Theatre & Opera House are happy to announce another big name in the world of comedy, Frankie Boyle will be taking over our stage with his new set, Hurt Like You've Never Been Loved on Friday 20th November 2015 at 8pm.

Frankie has written this new set not to tour, but as a response to Kendrick Lamar's last album. After these stand-up performances the ball will very much be in Kendrick's court. Come witness this harrowing onstage breakdown.

'Black-hearted brilliance…the chance to see him at close quarters is not to be missed' Guardian

Tickets:

Tickets go on sale: Friday 11th September 2015at 10am.

£20  (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days

Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday)

More information at our Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

  

Preview: Gino’s Italian Escape at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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A Night of Food & Fun with Gino

Gino D’Acampo – “Gino’s Italian Escape”

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Friday 6^th November 2015, 8pm  

Gino D’Acampo is coming to Tyne Theatre & Opera House, he promises it to be a ‘Fantastico Evening’.

Chef, TV personality and best-selling author Gino D’Acampo is to tour the UKwith a live stage show which will blend his love of Italy, some delicious signature dishes and audience participation, in a typically lively theatre show this autumn.

Fun-loving Gino will take the audience on a journey through Italy, demonstrating how to cook some of his favourite dishes from his popular series, Gino’s Italian Escape – a third series of which will be on our screens later this year. He also plans to put audience members through their paces as selected fans are invited to join him on stage. One thing is for sure with Gino…you can expect the unexpected!

Gino regularly appears on ITV’s This Morning and has presented two series of Gino’s Italian Escape, with a third scheduled for November this year. Each series is also accompanied by a book documenting the ingredients and mouth-watering recipes from each show.

Fans of Gino will love the live theatre show, which will feature a mix of cookery, Italian food tips and the chance to get up close and personal with the man himself. It promises to be ten nights of unexpected delight as it tours theatres across the UK.

Gino D’Acampo said “Italyoffers some of the most wonderful cooking and foods – I can’t wait to meet audiences on my first ever theatre tour and share some of the fantastic food on a journey around my great country. I promise a fantastico evening!”

Under 16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; this is a live show and may contain some colourful banter which may not be suitable for young children.

Tickets:

Gino D’Acampo brings “Gino’s Italian Escape” to the Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House on Friday 6th November 2015 at 8pm 

Tickets: £24.50  (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

Tickets available at: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.ukor on 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday).

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Preview: Glenn Hughes at Newcastle Tyne Theatre

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Glenn Hughes returning to UK for 

Autumn 2015 Solo Tour

Glenn Hughes  

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Tuesday 20^th October 2015

Tyne Theatre & Opera House are happy to announce Glenn Hughes will be taking over our stage as part of his solo tour this Autumn.

With recent announcements of live shows in South America and Europe in August, September and October, Glenn Hughes, the legendary ‘Voice of Rock’, is extending his 2015 Solo Tour with new shows in the UK, spanning mid October into November.

Joining Hughes for his UKshows, will be Doug Aldrich (Revolution Saints & formerly Whitesnake, Dio) as guitar player and powerhouse Swedish drummer and longtime solo band member, Pontus Engborg, rounding out the Trio.

The set will showcase highlights from Glenn's colourful career: Trapeze, Deep Purple, Black Country Communion, California Breedalong with his Solo material.

Commenting on the UK dates, Hughes says:  "It's always a great pleasure for me to play in the UK. I have lived in Los Angeles most of my life, but my career started back in the UK.

I love my fans, and personally interact with them online, or at venues on my travels. There is no greater high than performing and to reach out to my fanbase.

Joining my Band on Tour, will be Doug Aldrich, former Whitesnake and Dio Guitar player. Ronnie introduced me to Doug years ago, and I felt it was time to ask Doug to Rock with me.

It's gonna be E P I C…".

Support for the tour is Jared James Nichols who recently released his debut EP Old Glory & The Wild Revival.

On The Web:

Glenn Hughes

http://www.glennhughes.com

https://www.facebook.com/glennhughesonline

https://twitter.com/glenn_hughes

Doug Aldrich

http://www.dougaldrich.com

https://www.facebook.com/DougAldrich.official

https://twitter.com/douglas_aldrich

Jared James Nichols

https://www.facebook.com/Jaredjamesnichols

Tickets:

£20 (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pm Monday to Friday and event days

Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pm Monday to Friday)

Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

 

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