WHATS COMING UP? Look below for the amazing productions about to hit the Milton Keynes Theatre! Book your tickets now so you don't miss out...
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FEBRUARY
WICKED – 4 FEB – 6 MAR
Winner of 90 international awards, Wicked has been casting its magical spell over audiences across the world for a decade. In a brilliantly witty re-imagining of the stories and characters created by L, Frank Baum in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Wicked tells the untold story of an unlikely but profound friendship between two sorcery students. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda The Good and The Wicked Witch of the West.
MARCH
WELSH NATIONAL OPERA LA TRAVIATA/MANON LESCAUT/BOULEVARD SOLITUDE – (11 – 15 March)
La Traviata, Verdi’s classic opera.
Manon Lescaut, Puccini. A new production – Manon has been seduced, she wanted to taste the tempting fruit of adult life, but now realises that the fruit is rotten. Does Manon have any chance for salvation?
Boulevard Solitude, Henze. A new production – Armand and Manon are penniless but in love, but a cruel world of 20th century capitalism shatters their happiness, and leaves them stranded on a boulevard of broken dreams.
FASCINATING AIDA CHARM OFFENSIVE – 16 MAR
Dilli Keane, Adele Anderson and Liza Pulman celebrate 30 years of Fascinating Aida with a brand new show. Expect topical new songs hot off the press, plus some outrageous old favorites as Fascinating Aida continue to grow old disgracefully!
FALLEN ANGELS – 18 – 22 MAR
Jenny Seagrove and Sara Crowe star as best friends Julia and Jane in a heavenly new production of Noel Cowards 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!
COMPAGNIE KÄFIG’S BOXE BOXE – 25 - 26 MAR
Dance from France that packs a punch! Eight exceptional dancers blend martial arts, street and contemporary dance to create a spirited and stunning fusion of hip hop and fisticuffs, which has dazzled audiences, the world over. The dancers move in unison to live music from an on stage string quartet, with beautifully rendered classical music including Schubert, Ravel, Philip Glass and Glenn Miller.
BOOTLEG BEATLES – 23 MAR
For over thirty years The Bootleg Beatles have been performing to audiences across the globe, winning over even the most hardened sceptics with their stunning recreation of The Beatles’ sound and look.
SUSAN BOYLE IN CONCERT – 27 MAR
Performing a sensational and contemporary repertoire of iconic album tracks including I Dreamed A Dream and Wild Horses as well as classics never performed live by Susan before, this will be a show that captures and enthrals the audience.
PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD – 28 MAR
Sally has dedicated her life to exploring the work of spirit and her live shows aim to give validation that our loved ones still exist.
ANTON DU BEKE BALLROOM TO BROADWAY – 30 MAR
With special guest Summer Strallen, the nation’s favourite ballroom dancer Anton Du Beke is back with a thrilling new show conjuring up the elegance of ballroom at its best and the unmissable razzle dazzle of Broadway.
THE PERFECT MURDER – 31 MAR – 5 APR
The world stage premiere for the no.1 best selling author Peter James’. Victor Smiley and his wife Joan have been married for a long time. But their marriage has reached crisis point and Victor has decided there is only one way to get Joan out of his life forever. Starring Les Dennis (Chicago, Hairspray, Art) and Claire Goose (Waking The Dead, Casualty)
APRIL
KATE RUSBY – 6 APR
Of all the stars in Folk Music’s wondrous firmament, few shine as brightly. Rusby’s singing and hugely engaging Yorkshire wit will ensure that you will be treated to a truly remarkable and unforgettable concert experience.
ROBIN COUSINS’ ICE – 8 – 12 APR
Directed and choreographed by Robin Cousins, the dynamic and atmospheric ICE will draw you into its unique world where world class skaters hand picked by Robin, glide, soar flip and fly in a truly theatrical setting.
DERREN BROWN’S INFAMOUS – 14 – 19 APR
Direct from the West End, the acknowledged master of psychological illusion returns to the stage with his latest show, INFAMOUS, demonstrating once again why Derren is one of the world’s most renowned live performers; a dark manipulator of magic and mind control.
PAUL CARRACK – 20 APR
Christened ‘The Man with the Golden Voice’ in a recent BBC 4 documentary, internationally respected British singer/songwriter Paul Carrack the voice of pop classics such as How Long, Over My Shoulder and many more returns to familiar ground.
TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT – THE ROD STEWART MUSICAL - 21 – 26 APR
The smash hit West End musical comedy inspired by the songs of Rod Stewart, is the all singing all dancing feel good show which went on to play sold out theaters across the UK. Rediscover the magic of these timeless songs from Maggie May, Baby Jane and Hot Legs to Sailing and many more!
THE SOLD SILVER 60’S SHOW – 27 APR
They say that if you remember the 60's you weren't there! Relive the 60's with the original artists singing their greatest hits – Brian Poole and The Tremeloes, Chris Farlowe, Chris Montez and Wayne Fontana all backed by Vanity Fare.
BLACK COFFEE – 28 APR – 3 MAY
In the first play ever written by Agatha Christie, we are introduced to Hercule Poirot who went on to become the most famous detective of all time and the only fictional character to receive a full – page obituary in the New York Times. Robert Powell is the new Poirot.
MAY
DANCE ‘TIL DAWN – 5 – 10 MAY
In 1940s LA, a romance unfolds between a beautiful starlet and her handsome lover. Starring Vincent Simone and Flavia Cacace, Dance ‘Til Dawn will transport you to a time of elegance with stunning sets, a live band and world-class dancers.
FAME THE MUSICAL – 12 – 17 MAY
This brand new production will take you on a high octane roller coaster ride through dizzy heights and crashing lows as a group of star struck wannabes embark on their quest for the
ultimate accolade – fame. Breathtaking dance routines, show stopping tunes Fame is the feel good sensation that you will never forget!
ELVIS PRESLEY ON STAGE - 18 MAY
Using the latest technology, Elvis performs via state of the art video screens singing lead vocals backed by a live band, singers and an orchestra.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM – 20 -24 MAY
Northern Ballet’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream sees the romantic antics of a touring dance company played out on one magical night as the company travels by sleeper train from London to Edinburgh.
THREE LITTLE PIGS – 23 MAY
Northern Ballet’s latest production especially for children.
PYGMALION – 27 – 31 MAY
BAFTA award winning Alistair McGowan leads Rula Lenska (Calendar Girls, Coronation Street), Jamie Foreman (Oliver Twist, EastEnders) in the centenary production of Shaw’s enduring masterpiece.
JUNE
WEST SIDE STORY – 03 – 14 JUN
The show that changed the face of musical theatre forever. Based on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and packed with unforgettable songs including Maria, Tonight, Somewhere America and I Feel Pretty, this production comes direct to MKT from a sell out season at London’s Sadler’s Wells.
HAPPY DAYS – 16 – 21 JUN
Happy Days are here again with the premiere of a brand new musical based on the hit TV series featuring the unforgettable ‘King of Cool’ Arthur The Fonz Fonzarelli. Happy Days is guaranteed to have you rockin’ and rollin’ all week long!
JULY
SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN – 1 – 12 JUL
This spectacular show is packed full of the charm, romance and tinsel town glamour of one of the world’s best loved movies and features all the songs from the glorious MGM score. Featuring screen star Maxwell Caulfield and Coronation Street favourite Vicky Binns, Singin In The Rain showers you with everything you could wish for in a hit musical with its sumptuous set design (including 12,000 litres of water!) and high energy choreography.
PEPPA PIG’S BIG SPLASH – 23 – 24 JUL
Join Peppa and her friends for another all singing, all dancing adventure full of songs and muddy puddles!
AUGUST
ROCK OF AGES – 18 – 23 AUG
Direct from the West End, this 80’s themed musical features over 30 eyebrow scorching tunes including: Don’t Stop Believin’, We Built This City, The Final Countdown and many more!
TOP HAT – 26 AUG – 6 SEP
Direct from its tremendous success in London, Top Hat brings the glamour of Hollywood’s golden age and the glorious tap dancing magic of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers to the stage in one of the greatest dance musicals of all time.
OCTOBER
DIRTY DANCING – 21 OCT – 8 NOV
Dirty Dancing is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart – pounding music, passionate romance and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions across the globe, this world wide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, featuring 35 hit songs including the heart stopping I've Had The Time of My Life.
