News: 2015/2016 Whitley Bay Playhouse Brochure is here!

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The 2015/2016 Whitley Bay Playhouse Brochure is here!

The the new Whitley Bay Playhouse online Brochure has been released – hard copies will be dropping on doormats early September.  The new  ‘What’s On’ edition has a whole host of brilliant forthcoming events inside. From a Britain’s Got Talent Winner to local punk rock, they all come alive on the stage at the PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay.  A copy can be viewed here.

Highlights include the Ocean Film Festival World Tourwhere all can immerse themselves in the big blue without getting wet on Friday 25^th September. NETG PREVIEW. Or if comedy is more your thing, we have fantastic stand up from Sean Kelly, on Saturday 26^th September, who you may recognise as the stand out star of the hit TV show, Storage Hunters NETG PREVIEW. For our loyal dance enthusiasts Moscow  Ballet La Classique return with the ultimate fairy tale ballet, Swan Lake on Tuesday 20^th October. NETG PREVIEW

The autumn season brings a diverse range of music talent, with The Lindisfarne Story, featuring Billy Mitchell and Ray Laidlaw on Sunday 4^thOctober, the last show sold out so you are advised to get your tickets quick! Staying on a local theme, North Tyneside Council present Seaside Special:  Penetration & The Middens for punk fans on Friday 16^th October. Returning for another year on Saturday 17^th October, Roy Orbison & Friendswill pay tribute to the music giant, with support from Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis and Dusty Springfield tributes! 

We are delighted to host Britain’s Got Talent winner Paul Potts Live In Concert on Thursday 22^nd OctoberNETG PREVIEW. A PLAYHOUSE favourite That’ll Be The Day: 30^thAnniversary Show swings into town for their special birthday show on Friday 23^rd October.

December brings the most wonderful time of the year and we have the greatest pantomime of all – Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs! Running from Thursday 10^th December to Sunday 3^rd January 2016, there is a performance time to suit all. Turn to page 11 in the brochure to see the cast revealed in their dramatic costumes.NETG PREVIEW

Thank you again for your continued support and we look forward to seeing you soon at the PLAYHOUSE.

Tickets:

Tickets are available from the Box Office open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday 10.30am-2.30pm plus until show start on event days. Tickets can also be purchased on the booking hotline 0844 248 1588 or online at www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk.

Preview: Singin’ Alang the Promenade

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Singin’ Alang the Promenade

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House Saturday 22^nd August 2015

Whitley Bay Playhouse Sunday 23^rd August 2015

LA Production Company NE is bringing their newest show “Singin’ Alang the Promenade” to two of the region’s theatres in August. 

The show is a tribute to our North-East coastal region and the industries of yesteryear, through Song, Comedy & Drama.

The show stars an entirely local cast including, Tyne Theatre favourite Charlie Richmond, as well as Pete Peverley, Val McLane and many others.

This family friendly show is ideal for the summer holidays, and guarantees to have you “Singin’ Alang” with every song.

Tickets are already on sale.

Tickets:

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

The Whitley Bay Playhouse Box Office is open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday 10.30am -2.30pm plus until show start on event days.

Tickets can also be purchased on the booking hotline 0844 248 1588 or online at www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk.

Preview: The Rod Stewart Story at Whitley Bay Playhouse

Some Guys Have All the Luck -

The Rod Stewart Story

Whitley Bay Playhouse

NEW DATE: Wednesday 23rd September 2015

Some Guys Have All the Luck is a brand new theatrical production celebrating the career of one of rocks greatest icons, Rod Stewart – from street busker through to international superstar!

Marking Rod’s 70th birthday year in 2015, Paul Metcalfe delivers an authentic and charismatic performance. Metcalfe assumes the persona of the legendary singer-songwriter and performer right down to the last details - from the distinctive vocals, swaggering showmanship and sheer fun that has made Rod Stewart one of the most loved performers of all time.

The show includes all the massive hits from Rod’s incredible career, classic rockers like Maggie May, Baby Jane and Da Ya Think I’m Sexy through to big ballads such as Sailing, You’re In My Heart, and Tonight The Night. Favourites from his days with the Faces such as Stay With Me and Twistin The Night Away and timeless Motown tunes from the album Soulbook will also feature throughout the night that is for certain, one not to be missed for any Rod Stewart fan.

Tickets

Tickets are priced £18.50, £17.50 conc.

Box Office open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday 10.30am-2.30pm plus until show start on event days. Tickets can also be purchased on the booking hotline 0844 248 1588 or online at www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk.

Preview: Sarah Millican - Outsider On Tour

Sarah Millican  -  “Outsider”

Whitley Bay Playhouse

Tuesday 17^th November 2015

Newcastle Tyne Theatre & Opera House

Wednesday 25th – Saturday 28th May 2016

Returning to her homeland, we are delighted to announce local lass, Jowheretogo favourite, and critically acclaimed comedian Sarah Millican will wow North East Audiences on her new tour.

Sarah Millican

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. This autumn, Sarah will delight her fans as she heads out on the road again for her fourth stand-up tour, Outsider. 

In the past when you put South Shields lass Sarah Millican outside, she asked things like: ‘Why? Where is the taxi? Is that poo? Can we go home?’ and said things like: ‘There’ll be wasps’ and ‘I’ve nothing to sit on.’

These days things have changed; Now Sarah has outside slippers. She can tell a chaffinch from a tit (hey), but she still can’t tell if it’s an owl sound or her husband’s asthma.

As well as her success at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Sarah was also voted the People’s Choice Queen of Comedy at the 2011 British Comedy Awards and has fronted three series of her critically acclaimed BBC2 series The Sarah Millican Television Programme, for which she received two BAFTA nominations. Sarah is also a popular guest on primetime shows such as The Graham Norton Show, QI, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Jonathan Ross Show, Live at the Apollo and The Royal Variety Performance. Her new tour, Outsider, will run for 119 dates, starting this October and finishing in Sept 2016. Sarah’s last tour, Home Bird, was seen by over 200,000 people.

Sarah is a natural storyteller who charms the audience through her skilfully 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.

Back on home turf, Sarah Millican is venturing outside... We suggest you bring a cardie!

“To watch Sarah Millican is to watch a box of comedy fireworks going off” - The Independent

“The funniest woman in Britain”- The List

Tickets:

Whitley Bay: Tickets costing £25.00 and are available online, or from the booking hotline number 0844 248 1588 and 9 am from PLAYHOUSE Box Office.

Box Office open Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday 10.30am-2.30pm plus until show start on event days. Tickets can also be purchased on the booking hotline 0844 248 1588 or online at www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk.

Newcastle: Tickets are priced at £25.00 (plus booking fees when booking online and over the phone)

The Tyne Theatre & Opera House Box Office is open 10am-3:30pmMonday to Friday and event days. Booking and Information Line: 0844 2491 000 (10am – 6pmMonday to Friday). More information at our Website: www.tynetheatreandoperahouse.uk

Preview: Ken Dodd’s Happiness Show at Whitley Bay Playhouse

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Ken Dodd’s Happiness Show

Whitley Bay Playhouse

Saturday 8^th and Sunday 9^th August 2015

Iconic comedian, singer, actor and TV personality, Ken Dodd is a man who needs no introduction. Having gained a loyal following here in Whitley Bay during his incredible 60 year career, we’re delighted to welcome Ken and his Happiness Show back to the Playhouse in 2015 for two nights next August.

Possessing the stamina and stage presence actors and comedians half his age could only muster, Ken Dodd continues to spread happiness and positivity to audiences across the nation with a variety show like no other. It’s a well known fact that Ken Dodd shows go on well past midnightthanks to his unique ability to keep audiences enthralled and laughing until the early hours of the morning.

Award-winning comedian Ken Dodd has received numerous awards and accolades during his career, including the first ever ‘Living Legend Award’ from the British Comedy Society and the Lifetime Achievement at the British Comedy Awards. His portrait can be found amongst legends of history and art in the National Portrait Gallery and a statue of him stands in Liverpool's Lime Street station.

A true highlight in the calendar of so many, Ken Dodd’s Happiness Show is anticipated to be a sell-out so be sure to book your tickets fast!

Tickets:

Ken Dodd’s Happiness Show

PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay

Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August 2015

Tickets £21 (£20 concession tickets for under 16s and over 60s). Tickets sold via Box Office at PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay.

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10.30am-2.30pm. Call 0844 248 1588 or book online at www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk

Preview: Sunshine on Leith on PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay

Whitley Bay Operatic Society Present

Sunshine on Leith

Playhouse Whitley Bay

Tuesday 21^st – Saturday 25^thApril

7.15pm Tues – Sat & 2.15pm Sat

 

Following last week’s brilliant production of Boogie Nights, the Whitley Bay Operatic Society will be returning to the Playhouse in April with the North East premier of the brilliant feel good show, Sunshine on Leith, featuring the songs of The Proclaimers!

Created by Dundee Rep Theatre, Scotland’s leading production theatre, Sunshine On Leith  follows the highs and lows of Ally and his friend Davy as they return home to Leithfrom the army. Highlighting the struggles many soldiers face re-adjusting into Civvy Street after serving their country in various conflicts.

Families, friendships and life are not all plain sailing in this funny and moving story about love and life. Sunshine On Leithis a vibrant, energetic piece of musical theatre, loved by audiences and critics alike.

Writer Stephen Greenhorn is a hugely successful playwright and screenwriter whose many credits include Dr Who, River City & Passing Places.

The Proclaimers have had huge success across the globe with hits such as I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles), I’m on My Way and Letter From America.

Tickets:

Tuesday 21st – Saturday 25th April
7.15pm Tues – Sat & 2.15pm Sat
Tickets are priced at: £15, £13 Conc, £10 Child

This amateur production is presented by Whitley Bay Operatic Society.

Playhouse Whitley BayBox Office (10am-4pm weekdays, 10:30am – 2:30pm Saturdays and Event days.)

Internet Site: www.playhousewhitleybay.co.uk

Group Bookings should call 0191 2606006

Accessible bookings should call 0191 2515484