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SPRING SEASON 2015

2 * A £1.50 transaction fee will apply for internet and phone bookings. Postage charge £1 where applicable.

How to book

Booking in person at our Swan Street Box Office will not incur any fees. A £1.50 transaction fee will apply for internet and phone bookings. Where applicable, a£1 charge for postage will also be payable.

We accept payment by cash, cheque, Visa, MasterCard and Maestro.

All sales are non–refundable – please see full terms and conditions of sale on our website cityvarieties.co.uk or ask at Box Office.

Unless stated otherwise, all ticket prices include a 60p levy towards the preservation of this Grade II* Listed Building.

Online bookingcityvarieties.co.ukPurchase tickets simply and securely via our website.

Please note Side Stalls, Side Circle and Boxes are classified as ‘restricted view’ online so that at time of purchase, customers are aware that these seats are side–facing.

By phone0113 243 0808Standard hours are Monday to Friday:10am to 6pm or until 30 mins after show start.Saturdays: 10am to 4pm or until 30 mins after show start.On Sundays and Bank Holidays: open one hour prior to show start.

In personA Box Office service is usually available at our Reception in Swan Street as above.

Tickets may also be purchased from Leeds Grand Theatre Box Office on New Briggate during their standard operational hours.

DiscountsWhen available, standard concessions apply to Under 16s, full–time students, senior citizens, Leeds Card Holders and Friends of the City Varieties. Please check performance listings for details. Entry will be subject to proof of eligibility.

Registered disabled patrons may purchase a half–price ticket for themselves and an essential carer. Please contact Box Office for details.

AccessWe have lift access to all levels of the auditorium and wheelchair spaces are situated at each level (subject to availability). Please contact the Box Office to discuss your requirements.

Accessible toilets are available at Stalls and Circle level.

An induction loop is installed to aid our customers with hearing difficulties. Please contact Box Office before purchasing tickets for advice over the best seats for this service.

Baby Changing FacilitiesThese are provided in the unisex toilets within the Circle Bar

Circle Bar and KioskRefreshments are available pre–show and during the interval from the Circle Bar andthe Kiosk at the rear of the Stalls.

Pre–ordering Interval drinks in advance is highly recommended.

The White Swan City Varieties is adjoining The White Swan public house – the pub is operated by Leeds Brewery and offers a specialpre–show menu – see whiteswanleeds.co.ukfor details.

3* A £1.50 transaction fee will apply for internet and phone bookings. Postage charge £1 where applicable.

City Varieties Music Hall presents

Performances to Sun 11 January 2015

DirectorPaul Hart

DesignerSean Turner

Musical DirectorTristan Parkes

Written byPeter Rowe

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THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW 2015TOP 20 GREATEST GUITAR RIFFS OF ALL TIME The Classic Rock fan’s ultimate live juke box!

From Led Zeppelin’s Whole Lotta Love to Queen’s We Will Rock You via AC/DC’s Back in Black and everything in between, this show will rock you to your core. A virtuoso band of the finest musicians on the planet will take you on a two and a half hour foot–stomping ride featuring the music of The Eagles, Dire Straits, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Who, Eric Clapton, Fleetwood Mac and many more!theclassicrockshow.com

Wed 21 January 7.30pmTickets*: £25.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £56.20

NILS LOFGRENWITH VERY SPECIAL GUEST GREG VARLOTTAnilslofgren.com

Thur 22 January 8pmTickets: SOLD OUT

THE STAVESThe Staves are Emily, Jessica and Camilla Staveley–Taylor a trio of sisters from Hertfordshire. Renowned for their perfect 3–part harmonies, their latest release If I Was takes The Staves’ original blueprint of sublimely harmonised British indie–folk and gives it an injection of muscle and a much–heightened ambition. Limited Availabilitythestaves.com

Thur 5 February 7.30pmTickets*: £13.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £33

THE THREE DEGREESThe Three Degrees formed in 1963 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have remained a trio with 2 original members since the departure of Sheila Ferguson, with the current line–up featuring Helen Scott, Valerie Holiday and Freddie Pool. The Three Degrees are renowned for their worldwide hits such as When Will I See You Again, Dirty Ol’ Man and Take Good Care Of Yourself. thethreedegrees.com

Wed 28 January 7.30pmTickets*: £25.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £57.20


FAIRPORT CONVENTIONWITH SUPPORT FROM KEVIN DEMPSEY & ROSIE CARSONAfter one of the most successful years in their career, original folk–rockers Fairport Convention take to the road with a new album of original songs. Fairport’s 2015 Winter Tour concerts will feature songs and tunes from the brand new studio album Myths And Heroes as well as classics from a repertoire spanning nearly fifty years.fairportconvention.com

Tues 17 February 7.30pmTickets*: £24.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £54.20

JIMEOINIS IT…?!Hilarious world–class stand–up from internationally acclaimed star of Live at the Apollo, The Royal Variety Performance and C4’s O2 Comedy Gala. Hailed as one of live comedy’s masters, Jimeóin’s shows are a fluid mixture of his signature observations and more razor–sharp take on the absurdities of everyday life. No gimmicks, big laughs and live stand–up at its very best.

‘Classic nonsense… stand–up comedy at its best’ Scotsman

jimeoin.com

Sat 7 February 7.30pmTickets*: £18.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £43.20

SIMON AMSTELLTO BE FREEFollowing sold out residencies in New York and London, Simon Amstell embarks on his fourth international stand up tour.

simonamstell.co.uk

Wed 11 February 8pmTickets*: Sold Out


WE’RE NOT GOING BACK WRITTEN BY BOFF WHALLEYPRESENTED BY RED LADDER THEATRE COMPANY AND UNITE THE UNION.75 Mines. 3 Sisters. 1 Cause. (…and a six–pack of Babycham!)In this hard–hitting musical comedy we follow the fortunes of three sisters determined to set up a branch of ‘Women Against Pit Closures’. We’re Not Going Back tackles the resilience of working communities, the make–and–mend fabric of family and the power of sticking two fingers up to a government hell–bent on destruction… … and all with humour, song and a six–pack of Babycham.redladder.co.uk

Thur 19 – Sat 21 FebruaryTickets*: Evenings £13.50 (concessions & Unite members £10)Sat mat £10 (Concessions & Unite members £8)

The maestro of feel–good comedy is back on tour with his new show. Fresh from sell–out tours of Australia and New Zealand, as heard on BBC Radio 4’s Life: An Idiot’s Guide and What Does the K Stand For?

‘Uplifting stand–up from a charming performer’ Time Out

Ages 16+

Wed 25 February 7.30pmTickets*:£17.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £41.20

AN EVENING WITHIAN MCCULLOCHFormed in Liverpool in 1978, Echo & the Bunnymen grew to become one of the UK’s most popular indie rock bands responsible for hit albums and singles such as The Cutter, Seven Seas, Bring on the Dancing Horses, The Killing Moon and Nothing Lasts Forever.Iconic front man Ian McCulloch will be giving a rare solo performance featuring stripped down versions of classic Bunnymen tracks as well as songs from his own solo catalogue. This is a one off chance to experience the sounds of a true legend of British indie music.

Fri 27 February 7.30pmTickets*: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20

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Andy’s fifth stand–up show, will see the star of BBC2’s Mock The Week and Live At The Apollohit the road again delivering more sharp comedy up and down the UK. Andy has enjoyed huge success as a writer and performer on TV, radio and the live comedy stage and was also lead writer on ITV’s hugely influential Spitting Image.

‘Hysterical live show. Andy Parsons is on fire’ The Mirror

Ages 16+andyparsons.co.uk

Wed 4 March 7.30pmTickets*: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20 COUNT ARTHUR

STRONGSOMEBODY UP THERE LICKS MEIn Somebody Up There Licks Me Count Arthur Strong will be doing all sorts of wonderful things for you to sit there staring at as you quietly suck your Maltesers and don’t get up to go to the toilet, applauding loudly at the appropriate moments. You’ll laugh, cry and the other one. Here’s a personal message from Arthur himself! “If you only buy one ticket for something this year buy a ticket for this one twice and bring a friend. I promise you, you won’t regret it. And if you do there must be something wrong with you. No refunds!”

Thur 5 & Fri 6 March 8pmTickets*: £18.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £42.20

ANDREW NEWTONTHE HYPNOTIST – LIVE!World famous hypnotist Andrew Newton returns to the Varieties in this hilarious one man show.

‘Mindblowingly funny…’Sydney Morning Herald

newtonhypnosis.com

Sat 7 March 8pmTickets*: £13, Boxes (to seat 2) £32Students & Under 16s half price

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Spring 2015Tickets*:Fri Eves & Sat MatsSide Stalls, Side Circle & Upper Circle: £16Stalls & Circle: £19Boxes (to seat 2): £44Sat EvesSide Stalls, Side Circle& Upper Circle: £19Stalls & Circle: £22Boxes (to seat 2): £50

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FRI 13 MAR, 7pmSAT 14 MAR, 2pm & 7pm



HEADLINERS&

FULL SUPPORTING CAST

TO BE ANNOUNCED

Discounts:Concessions: 10% offFriends of City Varieties: 15% offGroups of 20 or more: 15% off(plus 2 free seats for every 47 paid)Season Tickets including all 4 weekends: 20% off full-price ticket

BOUNCERSWRITTEN BY JOHN GODBERThe international smash hit comedy returns!Lucky Eric, Judd, Les and Ralph are the original men in black as they tell the tale of one night in a Yorkshire disco in the 80’s in this outrageous parody of Saturday Night Fever! All the gang are out on the town, the boys, the girls, the cheesy DJ, the late night kebab man and the taxi home, all under the watchful eyes of the Bouncers.Multi award-winning play written and directed by John Godber featuring a frightening array of northern talent.

Mon 9 & Tue 10 March 7.30pmTickets*: £16.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £39, Concessions £2 off, School Group Deals available


NATHAN CARTERNathan Carter is currently the hottest property on the Irish music scene, performing with his band to over 400,000 people in the past year. Following his storming debut at City Varieties in 2014 the 24 year old rising star from Liverpool returns to Leeds as part of his latest UK tour… promising another night to remember!nathancartermusic.com

Thur 12 March 7.30pmTickets*: £24.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £55.20

TIGER LILLIESTHE VERY WORST OF THE TIGER LILLIESThe Grammy nominated Godfathers of alternative cabaret are back on tour with a show celebrating 25 years of dark and deviant theatrics. With an international reputation for being the foremost avant–garde band in the world, Olivier award-winners The Tiger Lillies never cease to surprise, shock and entertain with their inimitable musical style, conjuring up the macabre magic of pre–war Berlin and fusing it with the savage edge of punk.tigerlillies.com

Tue 17 March 7.30pmTickets*: £18.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £43.20

SOL3 MIOComprising two tenor brothers, Pene and Amitai Pati from Mangere, and their North Shore baritone cousin Moses Mackay, Sol3 Mio is the combination of three powerful and moving operatic voices, with more than a dash of uncontainable Samoan humour. Sol3 Mio have a natural musicality, that indefinable phenomenon of kindred voices in unison… and an ever present twinkle in their eye.sol3mio.com

Wed 18 March 7.30pmTickets*: £25.60 & £35.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £77.20

ONE MAN BREAKING BADTHE UNAUTHORISED PARODYSixty Two Awesome Episodes. One Awesome Show. Yo!Join us on a rip roaring ride through the greatest television show ever made. LA actor Miles Allen smacks the senses with his super-charged, hilariously accurate renditions of all the iconic characters, including Walter White, Jesse, Saul, Skyler, Hank, Walt Junior, Mike and Gus Fring. With over a million hits on YouTube, and sell-out runs at comedy festivals in Melbourne and Edinburgh, Allen’s incredible impersonations break all five seasons down into one, exhilarating, uproarious tour-de-force parody performance.



GINA YASHERELAUGH RIOTAfter rapturously received shows at The Underbelly Festival this summer, she is back with her new show and a couple of classic stories. From her disappointment at being diagnosed with sleep apnoea despite losing over 5 stone in weight, to being coughed on, stared at and followed in China, to finding herself in a brothel in Singapore, Gina has plenty of stories to tell!Ages 15+ ginayashere.com


STEVE PARRISH Join British Champion Motorcyclist, BBC TV presenter, practical joker, prankster, hooligan and pain in the ar**, Steve Parrish as he delivers a fantastically funny evening of true–life, fun stories. Joining Steve on stage and leading the proceedings will be Steve’s daughter Frankie, who has first–hand experience of her father’s antics and the embarrassments that it brings.steveparrishracing.com

Tue 31 March 7.30pmTickets*: £20, Boxes (to seat 2) £46

DAVE SPIKEYPUNCHLINESDelivering punchlines with the quick one–two of a heavyweight comedy champion, the multi award–winning Dave Spikey is one of the most sought–after comic talents in the UK today. With his irresistible mix of observational humour, laugh–out–loud comedy and heart–warming jollies, this comic genius launches blow after blow that hit square on the funny bone, turning the most mundane of life events into comedy gold.Ages 16+davespikey.co.uk

Thur 2 April 7.30pm,Tickets*: £16.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £39

G4 THE REUNION TOURDue to unprecedented demand, 2004 X Factor finalists and multi–million album–selling classical quartet, G4 are excited to be embarking on a UK Reunion Tour to celebrate their 10th anniversary. Frontman Jonathan Ansell says… “It’s incredibly exciting to be going back on the road with the boys for the first time in a number of years. You can expect the classic G4 treatment: lots of classic songs given the traditional G4 twist, and there’ll definitely be a surprise or two along the way!” g4official.com

Sat 4 April 7.30pmTickets*: £22.50, £27.50, £32.50 + VIP Meet & Greets £75Boxes (to seat 2) £60 + VIP Meet & Greets £156


FEAST OF FIDDLES22ND ANNUAL TOURWith a line–up typically featuring: fiddlers Peter Knight (Steeleye Span), Chris Leslie (Fairport Convention), Phil Beer (Show of Hands), Brian McNeill (Battlefield Band), Ian Cutler (Bully Wee), Tom Leary (Zeus) and Garry Blakeley (Band of Two) plus the rock back–line of guitars, keyboards, sax and accordion – all held together by legendary drummer Dave Mattacks… it’s a feast by name and a feast by nature.feastoffiddles.co.uk

Sun 5 April 7.30pmTickets*: £19.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £45

THE BASIL BRUSH SHOWTHE FULL ON FOX TOURBasil Brush is a star with an outstanding ability to entertain and make people of all ages laugh and smile. He has celebrated over 50 years in entertainment and The Basil Brush Show on BBC TV has been seen by millions. Now, Britain’s most loveable fox is back on the road along with his TV chum Mr Stephen (aka Chris Pizzey) in a brand new live stage show for all the family, packed with fun and excitement. You’ll also be able to meet Basil and Mr Stephen after the show… “Boom Boom!! “basilbrush.com

Wed 15 April 11am & 2.30pmTickets*: £14.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £35.20Concessions: Under 16s £2 off / Family Ticket (for 4, max 2 adults) £44.40

JIMMY WEBBAN EVENING OF SONGS & STORIESThe legendary Jimmy Webb, writer of some of the most memorable songs of all time including MacArthur Park, Wichita Lineman, By The Time I Get To Phoenix, Up Up & Away, The Highwayman, Galveston and Didn’t We, takes to the stage at City Varieties for an intimate evening of songs and stories. Webb reminds audiences why his compositions are now standards in the Great American Songbook and sprinkles his performances with riveting and hilarious tales, providing a hugely entertaining lesson in pop culture.jimmywebb.com

Tue 7 April 7.30pmTickets*: £23.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £52.20

LEE NELSONSUITED & BOOTEDLee Nelson is back with a brand new show! You may have seen him host Live at the Apollo or caught him trying to join the England Squad as Premier League footballer Jason Bent! Now see Lee live in his highly anticipated, all new, nationwide tour.

‘Never less than ingenious. . . a seamlessly entertaining touring show’ The Times

Limited Availability

leenelson.com

Parental guidance advised

Fri 10 April 7.30pmTickets*: £20.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £47.20


SINGALONGA SOUND OF MUSIC (U)The smash–hit musical show returns to the UK in celebration of the movie’s 50th anniversary. Yes, the original Sing–a–long–a is back, giving the movie a birthday party to remember! Sing–a–Long–a Sound of Music is a screening of the Julie Andrews film musical in glorious, full–screen Technicolor, with subtitles so that everyone can sing along, a host and free fun pack.singalonga.net

Sat 25 April 1.30pm & 7pmTickets*: £15.60, Child £14.10, Group deals available

WE’LL MEET AGAIN 2015A brand new Wartime Cavalcade show to celebrate 70 years since the end of World War II.A nostalgic tribute to the Armed forces of yesterday, today and tomorrow, starring comedy entertainer Steve Barclay, the virtuoso Ukulele of Andy Eastwood, West End singing star Maggie O’Hara plus vocalist Mervyn Francis and multi–instrumentalist Pete Lindup – with musical accompaniment from the Martyn St James Band.

Thu 16 April 2.30pmTickets*: £13.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £32.20Concessions £2 off, Group deals available

GRAHAM PARKER & BRINSLEY SCHWARZGraham Parker is probably best remembered for his late 1970s soulful rock output with The Rumour, including five classic albums and a handful of chart hits, fitting nicely alongside other singer-songwriters such as Elvis Costello and Joe Jackson. From 1980 onwards Graham pursued an acclaimed and prolific solo career but in 2011 he reunited with The Rumour, recorded a new album and they appeared as themselves in the 2012 Judd Apatow movie, This Is 40. Graham will be joined on stage by long-time Rumour guitarist, Brinsley Schwarz.grahamparker.net

Fri 17 April 8pmTickets*: Adv – £22.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £51.20N.B. Higher prices apply on the day

THE SEARCHERSWith record sales of over 50 million and a career spanning 5 decades, The Searchers still have great appeal to audiences of all ages. With a repertoire featuring such classic hits as Sweets For My Sweet, Needles and Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away, Sugar and Spice, and When You Walk In The Room, they have contributed enormously to establishing the UK as the world’s leading nation in the music industry.

Fri 24 April 7.30pmTickets*: £20, Boxes (to seat 2) £46


ALBERT LEE& HOGAN’S HEROESDouble Grammy Award-winning musician Albert Lee is without doubt one of the world’s finest guitarists. He has worked with some of the globe’s top artists, from Emmylou Harris to the Everly Brothers, Dolly Parton to Eric Clapton. He is also a member of Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings, and fronted the band at the O2 arena on the night of the Led Zeppelin reunion concert.albertlee.co.uk

Thur 7 May 7.30pmTickets*: £19 & £22, Boxes (to seat 2) £50

KATE RUSBYA very welcome return for Kate Rusby who will be playing much loved classics from her back catalogue, spanning her two decade career, together with a selection of fresh new songs from her latest album Ghost. As ever, she will be joined on stage by the cream of British folk musicians who form her band. These virtuoso artists are sure to delight you with their exceptional talents.katerusby.com

Sun 26 April 7.30pmTickets*: £21, Boxes (to seat 2) £46

THE KILKENNYSIreland’s newest singing superstars…Over the past decade The Kilkennys have emerged from the traditional settings of the Irish pub scene as a group of musicians with the ability to reinvigorate traditional Irish music and ballads and take them to a new generation. In more recent years they have conquered tour circuits all over Europe picking up the mantle left by acts such as The Dubliners and The Clancy Brothers.thekilkennys.com

Wed 29 April 7.30pmTickets*: £16.50, Boxes (to seat 2) £39

SHAPPI KHORSANDIBECAUSE I’M SHAPPI…After being knocked up like a 1950’s teenager Shappi missed 2013, but now she is back and it’s forward march. Reflecting on the good things, she celebrates her haphazard zigzag towards her dreams. She introduces us to friends, family and total strangers who have helped her on her personal Yellow Brick Road.She has whip–crack jokes and is effortlessly funny as she handles every subject with a razor sharp wit, softened only by her deliciously mischievous delivery and endless charm.Ages 16+ shappi.co.uk

Thur 30 April 7.30pmTickets*: £14.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £35.20


TIM VINETIM TIMINEE TIM TIMINEE TIM TIM TO YOUWith support from John Archer.SOLD OUTtimvine.com

Wed 20 & Thu 21 May 7.30pmTickets: SOLD OUT

RICHARD HERRINGLORD OF THE DANCE SETTEEAfter covering weighty issues like death, love, religion and spam javelins, “The King of Edinburgh” (The List) returns with a show about daftness, being uncool and bouncing joyously on the sofa.

“Dependably funny” Chortle.

Parental guidance advisedrichardherring.com

Sat 9 May 8pmTickets*: £15.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £37.20

THE MANFREDSHITS, JAZZ AND BLUESThe ‘60s group Manfred Mann is now considered, more than ever, one of the finest and most respected bands from that era. Their numerous pop hits were R&B based with an undercurrent of jazz – a very unusual but winning combination of playing style and substance. Some 53 years on, The Manfreds, with original frontman 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 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. themanfreds.com

Thur 14 May 7.30pmTickets*: £20.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £46.20

New Dawn Fades is the story of a band – it’s also the story of a city. Join Mr Manchester Anthony H. Wilson as he takes you on a journey of myth and magic through the history of the world’s first industrial city, meeting the people who emerged from that landscape to form one of Manchester and the world’s most iconic bands – Joy Division. Written by Brian Gorman, Directed by Sarah Van ParysProduced by Giles Bastow & Brian Gorman for ALL ROADS MEET LTD

Fri 15 May 7.30pmTickets*: £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42Concessions £2 off

NEW DAWN FADESA PLAY ABOUT JOY DIVISION AND MANCHESTER


PAUL MERTON’S IMPRO CHUMSPaul Merton, one of the UK’s best–loved performers, and his world renowned Impro Chums: Mike McShane, Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster will create a new and unique comedy show, based entirely on suggestions from the audience, their own finely honed improvisational skills and an almost manic compulsion to show off. Special guests may also be joining them including: Niall Ashdown, Andy Smart and Steve Steen.Limited availabilitypaulmerton.com comedystoreplayers.com

Tue 9 June 8pmTickets*: £21.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £49.20,

KATHERINE RYANGLAM ROLE MODELA rapid return due to public demand following last October’ssell–out date…Another chance to catch the fresh, often dangerously fierce, pop–cultureobsessed Canadian in her smash hit show Glam Role Model –don’t miss it this time!Ages 16+ katherineryan.com

Fri 22 May 8pmTickets*: £15.10, Boxes (to seat 2) £36.20, Concessions £2 off

JOHN OTWAYAND THE BIG BANDJohn Otway, proclaimed himself “rock’n’roll’s greatest failure”, after taking 25 years to successfully follow up his 1977 hit, (Cor Baby That’s) Really Free, with Wild Willy Barrett. Otway and his hard-hitting band will be attacking his favourite set list with gusto leaving plenty of room for his trademark anarchic antics.johnotway.com

Sat 23 May 8pmTickets*: £16 & £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42

JEREMY HARDYJeremy Hardy begins his 4th decade as a stand–up this year. That’s a more dramatic way of saying he started 31 years ago and, without a lottery win, probably has at least another 31 years to go. Last year, the tenth series of Jeremy Hardy Speaks to the Nation was broadcast on Radio 4. He is also well known for his appearances on The News Quiz and I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue. Indeed, Alan Bennett recently said he likes him “but he’s only on the radio”.

Fri 29 May 7.30pmTickets*: £14.60, Boxes (to seat 2) £35.20, Unwaged: £5.60


STEWART FRANCISPUN GENTThe star of Mock The Week, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and Live At The Apollo embarks on a brand new stand up tour with a fantastic and hilarious new show!

‘A brilliant comic brain... this stand-up cracks some of the best one liners I’ve ever heard’ Guardian

Ages 16+stewartfrancis.com

Wed 14 October 8pmTickets*: £18, Boxes (to seat 2) £42

City Varieties Music Hall presents

THE ROCK’N’ROLL PANTOWritten by Peter Rowe

Tickets on General Sale from 10am Monday 2 March 2015


Web: cityvarieties.co.uk Email: [email protected] Tel: 0113 297 7042

Contact our Box Office and book your place on an upcoming public Theatre Tour: Wed 21 Jan 2015 11am to 12noon Thurs 19 Feb 2015 11am to 12noon Wed 18 Mar 2015 11am to 12noon Thurs 23 April 2015 11am to 12noon

Heritage Talks and private group Theatre Tours can be booked by contacting the Learning Team on 0113 297 7042 or email [email protected]

Join our talented cast and work with professional directors, musicians, choreographers and playwrights, develop your skills and tread the boards of the world famous City Varieties Music Hall and beautiful Howard Assembly Room. What are you waiting for?

Contact the Learning Team foran application form.

City Varieties Youth Theatre is recruiting! Are you aged 8-21yrs and interested in theatre?

Theatre Toursand Heritage TalksExplore City Varieties Music Hall’s rich and colourful history as we raise the curtain on the venue’s fascinating story. Tours cost £5/£3* (under 18s) and we suggest a minimum donation of £50 for Heritage Talks (to include travel costs).

Founded in 1988 and registered as an independent charitable organisation, The Friends have campaigned tirelessly over the years to fund the essential upkeep of the Varieties.

MembershipStandard annual membership costs just £15* per person – lifetime memberships are also available.

Benefits include priority booking (where available), newsletters, discounts on selected shows and exclusive Friends’ social events. Please contact Box Office on 0113 243 0808 for details of how to join.

Events and HospitalityFrom meetings to photo–shoots, from parties to small conferences – when we’re not presenting the best comedy, music and variety around, the venue is available for private hire to host your event.

Please call 0113 391 7777 or [email protected]

Your Wedding at City VarietiesThe Jimi Heselden Auditorium can hold around 400 guests and The Friends’ Bar a max of 60 at one time. For further information about holding your Marriage or Civil Partnership at City Varieties, please contact Anne Shaw on 0113 297 7003 or email [email protected]

Sponsorship andNaming OpportunitiesCommercial opportunities exist for relevant businesses to sponsor selected areas of the building as well as some of the activities held here. Please email [email protected] would like to thank the family of Jimi Heselden for their generous support and Emerald Group Publishing for their kind donation.

You can also join the likes of John Bishop, Barbara Windsor MBE, Dame Judi Dench, Timothy West MBE and Prunella Scales CBE by naming a seat in the auditorium. Prices start from just £6 per month over four years – find out more via [email protected]

VolunteersTo request an application pack to join our team of dedicated volunteer stewards, please email [email protected]

Friends Get involved

The Friends also run Coffee Mornings from 10.30am on the second Saturday of each month plus every Saturday with a Good Old Days performance – everyone is welcome… please drop by and say hello!

* Prices correct at time of printing


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Side Stalls seats are side facing

Side Stalls seats are side facing


Designed by: Design it – studio@designit–uk.comPrinted by: Platinum – platinumprint.com

Printed onFSC stock using vegetable inkon a chemical free press

Proprietor: Leeds Grand Theatre and Opera House Ltd.Registered in England No. 978161. A company controlled by Leeds City Council.Registered address: 46 New Briggate, Leeds, LS1 6NZ. Reg Charity No: 500408. VAT Reg No: 865 9525 74

The information contained in this brochure is correct at the time of printing. Whilst every effort is made to avoid programme changes,we reserve the right to make alterations, where necessary, without prior notice, if unavoidable.

City Varieties Music HallSwan StreetLeedsLS1 6LW

Tickets: 0113 243 [email protected]

General Enquiries: 0113 391 [email protected]

Marketing and Press: 0113 391 [email protected]

Technical Team:[email protected]

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City Varieties Music Hall is very grateful for the generous financial support of the family of Jimi Heselden for sponsoring the Auditorium andDr Keith Howard OBE, Chairman of Emerald Group Publishing Ltdfor sponsoring the Green Room.

Documents

Cv season brochure a5 20pp 12 14