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Drama has always been a huge part of Italian life. The street is a stage in Italy; it presents the opportunity to create a spectacle at any given moment.

At Carluccio’s, this spirited approach makes us who we are. We’re noisy about food. We taste it, we try it, we argue about it until it’s exactly right. It’s the Italian way – and it’s how we’ve worked since 1991.

For a taste of good food and drama pop into one of our Caffès for a warm Italian welcome.

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ROSE PRODUCTIONS2 The Lady from the Sea4 Here6 Time to Talks

VISITING PRODUCTIONS7 The Winter’s Tale & Henry V8 The Cherry Orchard9 The Conquest of the

South Pole

YOUNG PEOPLE’S WORK10 The Crucible11 NT Connections

CHILDREN’S SHOWS12 The Snail and the Whale /

Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales

13 Ring Round The World14 Pinocchio

SPECIAL EVENTS15 Let Me In15 Queen’s Jubilee Fundraiser

REGULAR FEATURES16 One Nighters18 Rose Plus20 Coming Soon21 Support Us26 How to Book27 Ticket Prices


WELCOMEMichael Frayn is one of Britain’s greatest playwrights and we’re thrilled to be staging a major revival of his razor-sharp comedy Here. This follows Joely Richardson in Ibsen’s The Lady from the Sea and is the fifteenth Rose Theatre Production since we opened four years ago.

The Spring is full of other delights too, including the first visit of Bristol’s Tobacco Factory with The Cherry Orchard, Stephen’s own production of The Conquest of the South Pole from the Arcola Theatre in East London and the return of Propeller with Henry V and The Winter’s Tale.

We’re also presenting a wide range of work for children - The Snail and the Whale, Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales and Let Me In, a short season of work for young people with learning difficulties - as well as the amazing Ring Round The World Olympic Opera Project.

We’re hosting Kingston’s very own International Youth Arts Festival in July and last, but by no means least, we will be showing live coverage of the London 2012 Olympics at the Rose. Please check our website for updates.

Stephen Unwin Robert O’Dowd Artistic Director Chief Executive

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SAM CRANE

RICHARD DILLANE

ROBERT GOODALE

ALEXANDRA MOEN

MALCOLM STORRY

GUDMUNDUR THORVALDSSON

MADELEINE WORRALL


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THU 23 FEB – SAT 17 MARCH Mon–Sat eves 7.30pm Sat mats 2.30pm (exc.Sat 25 Feb) Press night Tue 28 Feb 7pm Thu mat 8 March 2.30pm

See page 24 for details of stagetext, signed and audio-described performances

JOELY RICHARDSON IN

THE LADY FROM THE SEABY HENRIK IBSEN DIRECTED BY STEPHEN UNWIN

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WILDLY PASSIONATE AND SURPRISINGLY VICIOUS… AS QUICKSILVER AS THE SEA ITSELF, FULL OF RIPTIDES, SWELLS AND UNDERCURRENTS. Lyn Gardner, The Guardian on The Lady From The Sea

Award-winning film and television actress Joely Richardson makes a welcome return to the London stage for this major revival of Ibsen’s rarely seen masterpiece. This new production is directed by the Rose’s Artistic Director Stephen Unwin, who has been widely hailed for his five productions of Ibsen, including an award-winning Hedda Gabler at the Donmar.

Ellida is married to Dr Wangel, and lives with him and his two daughters. But she feels claustrophobic and restless. Ten years ago she promised herself to another man. On a late summer’s day he comes to claim her.

“Stephen Unwin is the finest director of Ibsen in Britain” The Guardian

PREVIEW PERFORMANCES THU 23 – MON 27 FEB TICKETS £20

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DEEPLY THOUGHT AND DEEPLY FELT Sunday Times


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HEREBY MICHAEL FRAYN DIRECTED BY LISA SPIRLING

THU 19 APR – SAT 12 MAYMon–Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm (excl. 19 Apr) First Night Wed 25 April 7.30pm Press Night Fri 27 April 7pm

See page 25 for details of audio-described performance

As the theatrical highlight of its 2012 summer season, the Rose is producing a major revival of Here by Michael Frayn, the multi-award winning playwright and novelist. Michael Frayn is internationally acclaimed for all his plays, including Noises Off, Copenhagen and Benefactors, and is the author of the Booker short-listed Headlong.

Rarely seen on stage, Here is a touching and brilliant razor-sharp comedy about a young couple facing the challenge of organising their new apartment - and their new relationship.

Here is where everything happens. Here and now – in the space around us that we can see and touch. For Phil and Cath, in this one small studio flat, as they begin to construct their life together. For them the whole past history of the universe has led up to this moment, and its whole future history will be determined by what they decide together. Here. Now.

But how to decide anything, when the other person keeps disagreeing? And when the woman downstairs keeps dumping the left-over remains of her own life on you...?

Here will be performed on a new stage, built out into the auditorium bringing the intimacy of Here even closer to the audience.

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MICHAEL FRAYN IS ‘ONE OF THE GREAT TALENTS OF THE LAST 50 YEARS’ The Guardian

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MICHAEL PENNINGTON Thu 1 March 5.30pm

One of Britain’s leading actors, Michael Pennington’s career has spanned over 40 years. He has spent more than 20,000 hours performing the work of Shakespeare with the RSC, the National Theatre and his own English Shakespeare Company. Stephen talks to this astonishing actor, director and writer about his remarkable career in classical theatre, his recent performances in Ibsen’s plays, as well as his new book on Shakespeare. Stephen and Michael co-authored A Pocket Book of Ibsen, Chekhov and Strindberg, available from rosetheatrekingston.org.

JOELY RICHARDSON Mon 12 March 5.30pm

In the last week of the run of Ibsen’s great classic, The Lady from the Sea, award-winning film and television actress, Joely Richardson, takes time out to talk to Stephen about her amazing career, including her role on prime-time American TV and the challenges she faced on returning to the stage.

MICHAEL FRAYN Tue 1 May 5.30pm

Michael Frayn grew up in Surrey and attended Kingston Grammar School. He has the rare ability to move freely between plays and novels, and has met with great acclaim in both areas. His plays include Noises Off, Benefactors, Copenhagen, Democracy and Here whilst his novels include the Whitbread Prize-winning Spies (2002) and the Man Booker Prize-shortlisted Headlong (1999). Come and hear Michael chat to Stephen Unwin about his extraordinary career.

JO BRAND Wed 9 May 5.30pm

Stephen Unwin talks to British comedian, writer, and actress, Jo Brand about her outstanding career. Long established as one of the UK’s best comics, she is the star and writer of Getting On, the BBC’s BAFTA award winning series, and has also written several highly acclaimed best-selling books; Can’t Stand Up For Sitting Down, Look Back In Hunger and The More You Ignore Me.

TIME TO TALKArtistic Director Stephen chats to distinguished actors and writers

IBSEN LIVES!An opportunity for sixth-form and university students to engage with Ibsen’s work, which continues to influence contemporary stage, television and film. Workshop led by the Director of Learning & Participation at the Rose, and the Assistant Director of The Lady from the Sea. Thu 8 March, 5pm–6.30pm, £5

POETRY PARTY: ALL THINGS IBSENHenrik Ibsen is considered one of the greatest playwrights of all time, but he was also an insightful poet and masterful storyteller. This Poetry Party, presented by members of Rose Youth Theatre, Players, Playwriting and Versophiles, celebrates some of his most shocking and awe-inspiring work. Sun 11 March, 2pm–3.30pm, £4 (including a free drink)

ECHOES OF IBSENStudents of Rose Plus Playwriting respond to the father of modern drama with their own ten-minute plays. Come and see what can be dreamt up using just a table, two chairs and Ibsen for inspiration. Wed 14 March, 2pm £7, £5 concessions

AN INTRODUCTION TO IBSEN WITH STEPHEN UNWINStephen Unwin has been widely hailed for his five productions of Ibsen, including an award winning Hedda Gabler at the Donmar. Hear him talk about a playwright he considers as second only to Shakespeare. Thu 15 March, 5.30pm–6.30pm, £5

Rose Youth Theatre

A DOLL’S HOUSE BY HENRIK IBSENA Doll’s House is the best known of Ibsen’s plays. A tightly-plotted exploration of how unspoken conflicts in married life inevitably lead to collapse. Sat 17 March 7pm , Sun 18 March 6.30pm, £10, £5 concessions

Versophiles

LOVE’S COMEDY BY HENRIK IBSENA rarely performed gem which shocked western society upon its publication in 1862. This is a staged reading, directed by Lotte Wakeham from the RSC. Sun 4 March, 3pm, £46 Time To Talk is sponsored by

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BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEAREPropeller brings its own unique take on one of Shakespeare’s most famous plays. Thrilling and deeply moving, Henry V marks the beginning of a journey that takes us from the corridors of Westminster to the fields of France in an evening of unforgettable power.

A tragic fairy tale, The Winter’s Tale tells the mysterious and extraordinary story of a man consumed by an inexplicable jealousy that destroys his family, his kingdom and himself. With the greatest playwright writing at the height of his powers, this is poetry in motion.

Led by Director Edward Hall, internationally-acclaimed all-male company Propeller is renowned for combining a rigorous approach to the text with an exciting physical aesthetic, engaging its audience’s imagination and bringing fresh understanding to classic plays.

Propeller

THE WINTER’S TALE & HENRY VTUE 20 – SAT 24 MARCHThe Winter’s Tale Tue 7.30pm, Thu 7.30pm Fri 7.30pm, Sat 2pm

Henry V Wed 7.30pm, Thu 2pm Sat 7.30pm

Post-show talks Wed Henry V Fri The Winter’s Tale

See page 24 for details of audio-described performance

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THIS ISN’T JUST SHAKESPEARE – THIS IS ROCK AND ROLL. Daily Express

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BY ANTON CHEKHOV TRANSLATED BY STEPHEN MULRINEFollowing their widely admired productions of Three Sisters and Uncle Vanya, the highly-acclaimed Shakespeare at the Tobacco Factory make their debut visit to the Rose with Chekhov’s final tragic-comic masterpiece, The Cherry Orchard.

The cast includes Julia Hills (2 Point 4 Children, Dad, and original cast member of Calendar Girls) who plays the feckless matriarch, Ranevskaya and Simon Armstrong, who starred in the recent SATTF/Bristol Old Vic production of The Misanthrope, who plays Lopakhin.

On Wednesday and Friday evenings, there will be a special post-show performance in the Rose’s Culture Café of Chekhov’s celebrated 15 minute monologue, On The Evils of Tobacco, performed by Paul Brendan. The hen-pecked Nyukhin tries to obey his wife’s command to lecture us on the evils of tobacco but only succeeds in revealing the comic absurdities of his life.

TUE 15 – SAT 19 MAYTue–Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm

Wed & Fri eves On The Evils of Tobacco translated by Stephen Mulrine Free post-show performance in the Culture Café

Photo: Graham

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Shakespeare at the Tobacco Factory

THE CHERRY ORCHARD

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HHHHHA MARVELLOUS BLEND OF HEARTACHE AND HILARITY… THE MOST WONDERFUL PRODUCTION Jeremy Kingston, The Times, on Uncle Vanya


TUE 29 MAY – SAT 2 JUNTue–Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm

Arcola Theatre

THE CONQUEST OF THE SOUTH POLE

Stephen Unwin’s original production of this play launched the careers of Ewan Bremner and Alan Cumming. Stephen now directs the next generation in the first major revival in the UK of this landmark piece of theatre.

London youth – out of work, on the dole, spending time in their flat, going on epic journeys of the imagination and hoping for the best. Manfred Karge’s The Conquest of the South Pole is a fascinating mix of domestic drama and epic adventure, a 90-minute study of fantasy and dignity which cannot fail to cast its spell over audiences in Kingston.

“Nowhere else are theatrical myths forged so quickly: Tom Stoppard was discovered through Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, Manfred Karge’s Conquest of the South Pole appeared during Jenny Killick’s golden age of the Traverse, and Théâtre de Complicité won – of all things – the Perrier award in 1985” Lyn Gardener on Edinburgh’s Traverse original run prior to its Royal Court transfer

BY MANFRED KARGE DIRECTED BY STEPHEN UNWIN

FUNNY AND IMMENSELY HEARTENING The Independent on Stephen Unwin’s original production

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FRI 6 & SAT 7 APRILFri & Sat eves 7pm Sat mat 2pm

ROSE YOUTH THEATRE AND ROSE PLUS PLAYERS

THE CRUCIBLEIn Salem Massachusetts, 1692, superstition, paranoia and local jealousies fuel a mass-hysteria of terrifying power and momentum.

Parallels between Salem’s infamous witch-hunt and 1950s McCarthyism have been studied in schools across the world. But the play resonates just as strongly today, in our post-9/11 society of religious fundamentalism and fear.

Miller’s tale is about the dignity of the common man. Set against a backdrop of mindless persecution, this is a thriller, courtroom drama and tender love-story, with humanity and redemption at its heart.

Rose Youth Theatre and Rose Plus Players combine forces to present a sumptuous and exciting version of this classic masterpiece.

BY ARTHUR MILLER

UNDER 16s £5 ONLY


NATIONAL THEATRE CONNECTIONSMON 9 – SAT 14 APRMon 7pm Shirley High School

Tue 7pm Trinity School

Wed 7pm Haberdashers Aske’s Knights Academy Reed’s School

Thu 7pm South West Youth Theatre Richards Lodge High School

Fri 7pm Riddlesdown Collegiate Harris Academy Bromley

Sat 7pm Glenthorne High School Bounce Theatre

National Theatre Connections is a nationwide celebration of new writing and young theatre talent. The Rose is one of 20 venues across the UK, from Bristol to Belfast, hosting a showcase festival of performances from their region as part of Connections.

This year, the National Theatre has commissioned ten new plays with an international flavour. Written by some of the most exciting playwrights in the UK and beyond, these diverse stories range from the passionately political to the heartwarmingly funny.

Don’t miss your chance to be amongst the first to see these thrilling new works, performed by the rising theatrical stars of your region.

Supported by Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Accenture

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BASED ON THE PICTURE BOOK BY JULIA DONALDSON AND AXEL SCHEFFLER

TUE 22 – FRI 25 MAYTue–Wed 11am & 1.30pm Thu 11am & 4.30pm Fri 11am, 1.30pm & 4.30pm

‘How I long to sail,’ said the tiny snail…

Tall Stories (creators of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom stage shows) are proud to present their latest collaboration with Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

A tiny snail longs to see the world, so she hitches a lift on the tail of a huge humpback whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, experiencing sharks and penguins, icebergs and volcanoes. The little snail is amazed by it all but starts feeling very small in the vastness of the world.

Then disaster strikes – the whale becomes beached in a bay. Can the tiny snail save the day?

Created in Tall Stories’ unique style, The Snail and the Whale combines physical storytelling, live music and lots of laughs for everyone aged 4 and upwards.

BY JULIA DONALDSON AND AXEL SCHEFFLER

SAT 16 – SUN 17 JUNSat 1.30pm & 4pm Sun 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm

This is a magical collection of Julia Donaldson’s most popular titles including Tiddler, The Smartest Giant in Town, A Squash and a Squeeze and Monkey Puzzle brought to the stage spectacularly by the team that brought you Aesop’s Fables, Stick Man and Private Peaceful.

Under sea, over land, on the farm and in the jungle, these tales are woven together with live music, songs, puppets and a host of colourful characters who will delight.

An absolute treat for everyone aged 3 and upwards.

…THEY SEND SHIVERS DOWN MY SPINE… SO LIVELY AND INNOVATIVE Julia Donaldson

Scamp Theatre

TIDDLER AND OTHER TERRIFIC TALES

CHILDREN’S LUNCH BAG ONLY £4see page 29

Tall Stories

THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE

Illustration: Axel Scheffler

CHILDREN’S LUNCH BAG ONLY £4see page 29


English Pocket Opera Company

RING ROUND THE WORLDTUE 12 – FRI 15 JUNTue 1.30pm Beaconsfield Primary School, Hambrough Primary School, West Twyford Primary School, West Acton Primary School

Wed 1.30pm St Mary’s Catholic Junior School, Ravenscroft Primary School, Dersingham Primary School, St Augustine’s Primary School

Thu 1.30pm St Catherine RC Primary School, St Pauls C of E Junior School

Fri 1.30pm Our Lady of the Visitation School, Allenby Primary School, Wood End Infant School, Featherstone Primary School, Coston Primary School

MON 18 – THU 21 JUNMon 1.30pm Scargill Infants School, St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Christ Church CE Primary School

Tue 1.30pm Links Primary School, Dundonald Primary School, Hollymount Primary School

Wed 1.30pm Blair Peach Primary School, Malden Manor, Broadford Primary School, Christ Church CE Primary School

Thu 1.30pm Barrow Hill Junior School, Lovelace Primary School, Hillingdon Primary School

English Pocket Opera Company (EPOC) has been creating opera for, by and with children for over ten years. They are celebrating the London 2012 Olympics by creating, performing and recording the biggest children’s opera ever known. At the Rose Theatre, EPOC will present performances of a spectacular new jazz opera representing six new countries at each performance; celebrated on stage with EPOC’s lively band of professional singers and musicians. Ring Round the World is part of the official London 2012 Festival.

Come along and see for yourself. You might even want to learn the audience ‘Ring Songs’. To get ‘karaoke-ing’ and see more, go to www.ringroundtheworld.org

I LOVE EPOC SHOWS – EVEN I STARTED SINGING ALONG… JOYOUS, UPROARIOUS AND UPLIFTING! The Daily Telegraph

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THU 2 – SUN 5 AUGThu 1.30pm & 4pm Fri 11am & 1.30pm Sat 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm Sun 11am & 1.30pm

Indefinite Articles

PINOCCHIOPuppetry, shadows, illusion and especially composed music combine to create a show with something for all ages; it’s inventive, visually and verbally witty, with a big heart plus a sprinkling of improvisation that makes each performance unique to its audience.

Steve Tiplady, as Geppetto, uses the objects of a carpenter’s workshop to tell the tale of the puppet that wants to be a real boy, and the puppet-maker who wants to be a real father. Leave reality behind and go on a 60-minute magical journey as Pinocchio is carved on stage, brushes become a fox and the shadow of two saws transforms into a giant shark!

Award-winning Indefinite Articles are at the forefront of the new wave of British puppetry and its members have worked with the RSC, Improbable Theatre and the Mighty Boosh.

For everyone aged 4 and upwards

“Wonderful work that celebrates the possibilities of theatre” Lyn Gardner, The Guardian

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TRULY MAGICAL… CAPTIVATING… HAUNTINGLY REAL The Scotsman

CHILDREN’S LUNCH BAG

ONLY £4see page 29


A CELEBRATION OF WORK BY PEOPLE WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES Blue Apple Theatre

HAMLETWED 4 JUL 7.30pm

Think you know Hamlet? Think again!

Six amazing actors from Blue Apple Theatre reinvent this famous play, adapting Shakespeare’s words to present a fresh, funny and fearless new vision of this well loved work.

This is history in the making; come and see this trailblazing company and meet a new Hamlet, as he’s never been seen before.

MAGICAL… ENCHANTING… The Hampshire Chronicle on Blue Apple’s 2010 adaptation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Dysart School and Bedelsford School

TUE 3 JULDysart & Bedelsford will come together on stage at the Rose on 3 July to present an entertaining and inspiring piece of work which will be a must-see for all the family. Please check the website for further information.

LET ME INQUEEN’S JUBILEE – ROSE FUNDRAISER

TUE 5 JUNE 7.30pm (doors open at 5.30pm)

Following the sell-out success of the Christmas Concert, we are delighted to announce another great fundraising event at the Rose.

Come back 60 years with us, as we celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee with all the energy and optimism of 1952. From a country fair with traditional games, to an evening of music, merriment and musings, this is your chance to wave a Union Jack whilst having a laugh at our British eccentricities.

Immerse yourself from 5.30pm. Special guests to be announced. Early booking is advised.

ROSE BRITANNIA!

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LOVING LINDASUN 11 MARCH 7pm

Loving Linda returns! The fourth fundraising concert for Target Ovarian Cancer in memory of comedian Linda Smith, features stand up comedy from Andy Hamilton (Old Harry’s Game, QI), Shappi Khorsandi (Shappi Talk), Mark Steel (Mark Steel’s In Town), Robert Ince (Infinite Monkey Cage) and Susan Calman (News Quiz), along with live music from Sarah Jane Morris (The Communards).

RICH HALLSUN 25 MARCH 7.30pm

Rich Hall’s renowned grouchy, deadpan style has established him as a master of absurdist irony and king of rapid-fire wit. Fans can see the comic genius from Montana discuss a variety of topics all delivered in his own hilarious unique way.

“Now is the time to grab this chance to see the great man at work” The Guardian

Recommended age 16 yrs +

THE COMEDY STORE31 MAR, 29 APR, 27 MAY 7.30pm

The Comedy Store continue their monthly residency presenting the best stand-up from around the globe on your doorstep. With over 32 years experience, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new talent and remains the place to see the stars of tomorrow today. Paul Merton, Eddie Izzard and Peter Kay all cut their comedy teeth here. Check line-up on rosetheatrekingston.org.

ROSE PLUS CHOIREASTER EXTRAVAGANZASUN 8 APR 7.30pm

Our Rose Plus Choir and guests fill the stage with a celebratory concert of springtime and song. Come along and enjoy the wonderful sound of over 100 voices.

Show images from left–right: Rich Hall The Comedy Store The Virginia Monologues, Illustration: Denise Dorrance Clarinettist Sarah Williamson – Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Innovations 2012


THE VIRGINIA MONOLOGUESWHY GROWING OLD IS GREATSUN 6 MAY 7.30pm

Written and performed by Virginia Ironside Directed by Nigel Planer

When an agony aunt reaches sixty, she can lie like a trooper, jump off a bridge or take to the stage. Virginia Ironside explains that unlimited free drugs, fun funerals, grandchildren and sex or, even better, no sex make the sixties the best and funniest time of your life…

“…really funny… I urge you to see it.”

Arthur Smith, Loose Ends BBC Radio 4

“ a witty show for all ages, providing an oasis of grown-up calm and wisdom” The Independent

ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRASUN 20 MAY 7.30pm

Conductor: Benjamin Pope

Back by popular demand, the Rose is pleased to welcome the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra this spring for an exquisite programme of classical delights. Acclaimed British clarinettist Sarah Williamson takes centre stage to perform Mozart’s ethereal and beautiful Clarinet Concerto. This magnificent concerto is framed by two equally well-loved works: sunny ‘Italian’ Symphony and Beethoven’s masterful Symphony No.4. A concert not to be missed.

“The RPO do sensuousness uncommonly well.” The Guardian

INNOVATIONS 2012SUN 24 JUNE 6.30pm

The Institute of Tamil Culture Fine Arts presents a sensational evening of South Indian Bharatha Natyam & contemporary dances accompanied by a classical instrumental music orchestra, all performed by young budding artistes and the talented students of Kingston Tamil School.

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EVENTSVersophiles

HENRY IV PART ONE BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEAREEngland is threatened on all sides. While the King is repelling invasions from Wales and Scotland, his adolescent son, Prince Hal, is spending his time drinking with Sir John Falstaff, one of Shakespeare’s great comic characters. Sunday 18 March, 2.30pm, Tickets £4

Versophiles

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEAREPetruchio seeks his fortune through marriage. Kate’s father offers her to Petruchio – if he can tame her wild ways. A romantic comedy exploring social and sexual politics.Sunday 22 April, 2.30pm. Tickets £4

Versophiles

HENRY IV PART TWO BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEAREThe King lies dying in London. Prince Hal must reconcile his differences with his father and confront his duties as the future king. Sunday 20 May, 2.30pm, Tickets £4

Versophiles

MACBETH BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEAREOne of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies, this play charts the rise and fall of the Thane of Glamis and his wife, whose ambitions for the Scottish throne know

no bounds. Sunday 17 June, 2.30pm, Tickets £4

Rose Youth Theatre

A DOLL’S HOUSE BY HENRIK IBSENThe best known of Ibsen’s plays, this is a tightly-plotted exploration of how unspoken conflicts in married life inevitably lead to collapse.

Sat 17 March, 7pm, Sun 18 March, 6.30pm £10, £5 concessions

Rose Plus Players

HAY FEVER BY NOEL COWARDWelcome to the elegant country house of David Bliss, bestselling author of romantic novels. His ex-actress wife Judith and their two children, Sorel and David, haveeach invited a guest for the weekend. And none of them, it seems, have any intention of acting the host. Coward’s first major comic success is still hugely popular today.This production is the culmination of a term’s work by our Rose Plus Players.

Monday 26 March, 7.30pm, Tickets £7, £5 concessions

Rose Plus Choir

EASTER EXTRAVAGANZAJoin up to a hundred singers on our stage to rehearse and perform a full public concert in one epic day. You will work with a top musical director and professional choristers. Whilst you don’t need to be able to read music or have singing experience, you do need stamina and enthusiasm. The evening concert is a joyful celebration of spring and Easter, an experience you won’t forget.

Sun 8 April, £20 for the day, 10am start, Performance 7.30pm

SOUTH LONDON BUSINESS AWARDS FINALIST 2011 BEST COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITYThe Rose is more than a theatre, it is a place to come together and connect with the extraordinary cultural life of our community. Our Culture Cafe, gallery, and beautiful auditorium host these exciting events and many more.


COURSESConcessions are available on most Rose Plus courses.

Please ask at the box office

ROSE YOUTH THEATRERose Youth Theatre is central to life at the Rose. Every weekend, in small classes led by experienced theatre directors, we offer young people a chance to discover professional acting techniques whilst developing communication skills and self-confidence. Our students perform publicly in all areas of the building, including the main stage.

21/22 April – 21/22 July, £120 per term

ROSE PLUS PLAYERSRose Plus Players meet every week to explore text and performance, leading to a challenging end-of-term production, played to members of the public. Over this course, we will be working on As You Like It, one of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies.

23 April – 9 July, £200 per term

ROSE PLUS SUMMERJunior (ages 8–10)This is a great introduction to drama and stage-work, offering a lightning tour through all the basic skills. On the second day, you will perform a short play, specially written for this course by a respected playwright. Ages 8–10, 9.30am–5.30pm Mon 30 July – Tue 31 July Wed 1 August – Thu 2 August Fri 3 August – Sat 4 August, £60

Seniors (ages 11–17) An intensive and challenging week, but enormously enjoyable, this course is designed to develop self-confidence, voice and acting technique. You will rehearse and perform a specially commissioned play, working with leading theatre directors and making great new friends along the way. Mon 6 August – Sat 11 August (Age 10–12)Mon 13 August – Sat 18 August (Age 13–14)Mon 20 August – Sat 25 August (Age 15–17)10am–5pm (public performance on Saturdays, 7.30pm) £150

Top three production shots: Rose Youth Theatre’s production of Oliver Twist.Bottom two production shots: Scenes from Childhood.Photos by Dave Roberts and Ciaran McConville.

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BY TERRY PRATCHETTADAPTED BY JENIFER TOKSVIG AND DOMINIC HASLAM

WED 29 AUG – SAT 1 SEPWed–Sat eves 7.30pm Thu & Sat mats 2.30pm

Being Death’s apprentice was not Mort’s idea. Death is a difficult boss to work for at the best of times, and now Mort is being distracted from the job by a rather unlikely romance. Will he start to regret his unique line of work?

Witty and inventive, the national tour of this new musical adaptation of Terry Pratchett’s classic Discworld novel is presented by Youth Music Theatre UK, the country’s national music theatre company for young people.

A dead funny treat for all ages.

FRI 29 JUN – SUN 22 JUL

Creative Youth are delighted to announce the return of the International Youth Arts Festival, one of the largest and most diverse youth events in the country.

From 29 June – 22 July, the streets and venues of Kingston will come alive as young people from the ages of 5 to 26 showcase the very best in youth arts, selected from the UK and Internationally.

Full programme available 1 April when bookings open.

DIRECT FROM CHINA AND BEYOND GRAVITY

THU 6 – SUN 9 SEPThu–Sat eves 7.30pm Sat mat 2.30pm Sun 3pm

Featuring a fabulous and entrancing storyline, this multi-media spectacle has captivated and enthralled audiences across the world.

The highly-awaited and internationally acclaimed production of ShangHi by Cirque Du Ciel, returns by overwhelming popular demand to the UK. Originally directed in China by Cirque Du Soleil’s Guy Caron, this production has been theatrically reworked to appeal to audiences all ages.

Miss this and you will miss the most daring, breathtaking and stunning family entertainment show of the year!

SUPERB, STUPENDOUS, BREATHTAKING Bournemouth Echo

COMING SOON

Creative Youth

INTERNATIONAL YOUTH ARTS FESTIVAL

YMT

MORT - THE MUSICAL

CIRQUE DU CIEL’S

SHANGHI


ROSE APPEAL

Rose Theatre Productions lie at the heart of what the Rose is all about. Since opening in January 2008, we have presented fourteen productions, and brought to Kingston some of Britain’s greatest actors and actresses.

Without Arts Council funding, however, we rely on the generous philanthropic support of hundreds of individuals. Join the Rose Family and help us stage more productions of a richer and wider range of plays.

We need to raise £250,000 a year to support our productions. Every penny you give will be used on stage.

Stephen Unwin, Artistic Director

If you would like to join the Friends scheme or make a donation, please visit rosetheatrekingston.org or ask at Box office for details.

If you would like a bespoke individual package that includes a closer insight into the creation of work at the Rose and the people involved, please email [email protected]

WHETHER IT’S AS A CULTURAL CENTRE FOR THE

LOCAL COMMUNITIES OR AS A LANDMARK THEATRE PROVIDING WORLD-CLASS

DRAMA, I ASK THAT YOU JOIN ME IN HELPING THE

ROSE TO BLOOMDame Judi Dench

IT IS THE THEATRE THAT I HAVE DREAMED OF

ALL MY LIFE; INTIMATE YET EPIC, BOLD AND

FRIENDLY, CLASSIC BUT ENTIRELY MODERN

Sir Peter Hall, Director Emeritus

Judi Dench and Oliver Chris in A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Photo: Nobby Clark

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Kingston station is 30 mins from Waterloo and 20 mins from Chessington North Rail Station (change at Raynes Park). Fast trains run to and from Surbiton. The Rose Theatre is only a 10 minute walk from Kingston station.

South West Trains run up to six trains per hour off peak between London Waterloo and Kingston (four via Wimbledon and two via Richmond) until late. Avoid the traffic when you hop on a train and enjoy a great day out in Kingston. Plan your journey and book your tickets at southwesttrains.co.uk or call 0845 6000 650.

DRIVING & PARKING Rose Car Park on Kingston Hall Road. If using a SatNav please use postcode KT1 1LB (Kingston Police Station). kingston.gov.uk/parking. Open until midnight.

BY BUS K1, K2, K3, K4, 57, 65, 71, 85, 111, 131, 213, 216, 285, 371, 406, 411, 418, 465

GETTING HERE

As one of Britain’s most exciting new theatre spaces, the Rose Theatre is the ideal venue for a range of events including conferences, business meetings, corporate hospitality, workshops, business training and personal occasions.

For more information about hiring the gallery, auditorium or bars, please contact the hires and events team at [email protected] or call 020 8546 6983.

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THANK YOURose Theatre, Kingston is grateful to the Royal Borough of Kingston, Kingston University and our many sponsors, donors, volunteers and Friends for their support of the Rose.

Trusts & Foundations Alchemy Foundation Rowan Bentall Charitable Trust John Coates Charitable Trust D’Oyly Carte Foundation Esmée Fairbairn Foundation Foundation for Sport & the Arts Foyle Foundation Garfield Weston Foundation David Harding Foundation JFR Charitable Trust The Louisa Lewisohn Memorial Trust Paragon Trust Sandra Charitable Trust William Allen Young Charitable Trust

Artistic Director’s Circle John & Gilly Baker Nicolaas and Barbara Brenninkmeijer Clive Butler Felix Dennis Anthony & Marjorie Simonds-Gooding Maxwell Morrison Derek Osbourne Ian Page Lady Sainsbury of Turville Philip & Rosemary Swatman

Benefactors Peter and Diana Butler Christopher Foy Sandy Gavshon Lady Hatch Agnes Hewitt-Smith Martin & Kathryn Higgs Libby Johnstone Bob Steed Monica & Peter Unwin Daniel Wain Angie & Brian Willman

Patrons John Arnold Mark Austen Michael Bagwell Nicholas & Christine Beale Michael & Rosemary Bibby John & Francine Brooks Wanda Brown Charter Quay Residents Association Timothy Combe Gail Cunningham Michael & Mary Davison Timothy Doyle Mary Foxworthy Peter Gray John Hackett Baroness Hamwee Wanda & Simon Higman Lesley Hodges Peter Juniper David Kester Patrick & Marion O’Donovan Barry O’Mahony Sky Rossetti Styron Palmer-Challis Ian & Mary Reid Donald Rogers Kenneth & Rosalind Rokison Judy Schiller George Stiles Jenny Titterton

Thanks to Ian & Wendelien Bellinger Will Bland & Tricia Welch Bland Fiona and Peter Hare and all those who wish to remain anonymous

Rose Friends Thank you to all Friends of the Rose for your continued support

Corporate Sponsors

Corporate Partners

Corporate Patrons

AVENUE INVESTMENTS

www.LastMinuteTheatreTickets.com

Corporate Associates

Kingston Readers Festival

London – Kingston South

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DIARY AT A GLANCEFEBRUARY Page

Thu 23 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3

Fri 24 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3

Sat 25 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3

Mon 27 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3

Tue 28 The Lady From The Sea 7pm PN 3

Wed 29 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3

MARCH Page

Thu 1 Time to Talk – Michael Pennington 5.30pm 6

The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3




Sun 4 A Moment of Mishearing 7.30pm 16

Mon 5 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3

Tue 6 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3

Wed 7 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm 3






Sun 11 Loving Linda 7pm 16

Mon 12 Time to Talk – Joely Richardson 5.30pm 6


Tue 13 The Lady From The Sea 6pm TT 3

The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm AD 3

Wed 14 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm ST 3


Fri 16 The Lady From The Sea 7.30pm SP 3

Sat 17 The Lady From The Sea 1pm TT 3

The Lady From The Sea 2.30pm AD 3


Tue 20 The Winter’s Tale 7.30pm 7

Wed 21 Henry V 7.30pm 7

Thu 22 Henry V 2pm 7

The Winter’s Tale 7.30pm 7

Fri 23 The Winter’s Tale 7.30pm 7

Sat 24 The Winter’s Tale 12.30pm TT 7

Sat 24 The Winter’s Tale 2pm AD 5

Henry V 7.30pm 5

Sun 25 Rich Hall 7.30pm 16

Sun 31 The Comedy Store 7.30pm 16

APRIL Page

Fri 6 The Crucible 7pm 10

Sat 7 The Crucible 2pm 10

The Crucible 7pm 10

Sun 8 Easter Extravaganza 7.30pm 17

Mon 9 The Grandfathers 7pm 11

Tue 10 Little Foot 7pm 11

Wed 11Victim Sidekick Boyfriend MeSocialism is Great

7pm 11

Thur 12Prince of DenmarkVictim Sidekick Boyfriend Me

7pm 11

Fri 13The GrandfathersLittle Foot

7pm 11

Sat 14The RitualJourney to X

7pm 11

Thu 19 Here 7.30pm 5

Fri 20 Here 7.30pm 5

Sat 21 Here 2.30pm 5

Here 7.30pm 5

Mon 23 Here 7.30pm 5

Tue 24 Here 7.30pm 5

Wed 25 Here 7.30pm FN 5

Thu 26 Here 2.30pm 5

Here 7.30pm 5

Fri 27 Here 7pm PN 5


Here 7.30pm 5


Mon 30 Here 7.30pm 5

MAY Page

Tue 1 Time to Talk – Michael Frayn 5.30pm 6

Here 7.30pm 5

Wed 2 Here 7.30pm 5

Thu 3 Here 2.30pm 5

Here 7.30pm 5

Fri 4 Here 7.30pm 5

Sat 5 Here 2.30pm 5

Here 7.30pm 5

Sun 6 The Virginia Monologues 7.30pm 17


Mon 7 Here 7.30pm 5

Tue 8 Here 7.30pm 5

Wed 9 Time to Talk – Jo Brand 5.30pm 6

Here 7.30pm 5

Thu 10 Here 1pm TT 5

Here 2.30pm AD 5

Here 7.30pm 5

Fri 11 Here 7.30pm 5


Here 7.30pm 5

Tue 15 The Cherry Orchard 7.30pm 8

Wed 16 The Cherry Orchard 7.30pm 8

On The Evils of Tobacco Post show 8

Thu 17 The Cherry Orchard 2.30pm 8

The Cherry Orchard 7.30pm 8

Fri 18 The Cherry Orchard 7.30pm 8

On The Evils of Tobacco Post show 8

Sat 19 The Cherry Orchard 2.30pm 8

The Cherry Orchard 7.30pm 8

Sun 20 Royal Philharmonic Orchestra 7.30pm 17

Tue 22 The Snail and the Whale 11am 12

The Snail and the Whale 1.30pm 12

Wed 23 The Snail and the Whale 11am 12


Thu 24 The Snail and the Whale 11am 12


Fri 25 The Snail and the Whale 11am 12




Tue 29 The Conquest of the South Pole 7.30pm 9

Wed 30 The Conquest of the South Pole 7.30pm 9

Thu 31 The Conquest of the South Pole 2.30pm 9

The Conquest of the South Pole 7.30pm 9

JUNE Page

Fri 1 The Conquest of the South Pole 7.30pm 9

Sat 2 The Conquest of the South Pole 2.30pm 9

The Conquest of the South Pole 7.30pm 9

Tue 5 Rose Britannia! 7.30pm 15

Tue 12 Ring Round The World 1.30pm 13

Wed 13 Ring Round The World 1.30pm 13

Thu 14 Ring Round The World 1.30pm 13

Fri 15 Ring Round The World 1.30pm 13

Sat 16 Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales 1.30pm 12

Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales 4pm 12

Sun 17 Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales 11am 12

Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales 1.30pm 12

Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales 4pm 12

Mon 18 Ring Round The World 1.30pm 13

Tue 19 Ring Round The World 1.30pm 13

Wed 20 Ring Round The World 1.30pm 13

Thu 21 Ring Round The World 1.30pm 13

Sun 24 Innovations 2012 6.30pm 17

JULY Page

Wed 4 Blue Apple’s Hamlet 7.30pm 15

AUGUST Page

Thu 2 Pinocchio 1.30pm 14

Pinocchio 4pm 14

Fri 3 Pinocchio 11am 14

Pinocchio 1.30pm 14

Sat 4 Pinocchio 11am 14

Pinocchio 1.30pm 14

Pinocchio 4pm 14

Sun 5 Pinocchio 11am 14

Pinocchio 1.30pm 14

Wed 29 Mort 7.30pm 20

Thu 30 Mort 2.30pm 20

Mort 7.30pm 20

Fri 31 Mort 7.30pm 20

SEPTEMBER Page

Sat 1 Mort 2.30pm 20

Mort 7.30pm 20

Thu 6 Cirque de Ciel’s ShangHi 7.30pm 20

Fri 7 Cirque de Ciel’s ShangHi 7.30pm 20

Sat 8 Cirque de Ciel’s ShangHi 2.30pm 20

Cirque de Ciel’s ShangHi 7.30pm 20

Sun 9 Cirque de Ciel’s ShangHi 3pm 20

TT Touch Tour AD Audio-described performance

SP Signed performance ST STAGETEXT performance

PN Press Night FN First Night

Signed performances by Anna Francis – Theatresign

Audio-described performances by Veronika Hyks

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HOW TO BOOK BOX OFFICE By telephone 08444 821 556 (bkg fee) 10am–8pm (6pm non performance days) closed Sunday

IN PERSON ONLY Rose Theatre 24-26 High Street, Kingston KT1 1HLBox office in the foyer open Mon–Sat 10am–8pm (performance days), 10am–6pm (non-performance days), Sunday at least 1 hour prior to performance start (closed if no performance). We regret that advance bookings for future shows will stop 30 minutes before a performance begins.

ONLINE rosetheatrekingston.org (bkg fee)

BOOKING FEES Tickets purchased by phone or online incur a booking fee of £1 per ticket and a single transaction charge of £1.60. No booking fees apply for tickets purchased in person at the Rose box office.

DISCOUNTS & CONCESSIONS Only one discount per ticket will apply and is for shows of more than two night duration. All subject to availability. No discounts apply to pit cushion prices.

Over 60, unwaged, entertainment union members, children under 16yrs and students £3 off, where it applies

ROSE SAVER – HOW IT WORKS Book two shows and save £2 per ticket. Book three shows and save £3 per ticket. Book for four shows or more and save £4 per ticket. Tickets must be booked simultaneously and apply to shows marked ROSE SAVER . Applies top three price bands only, Mon–Thurs only.

GROUPS Groups of 10 or more enjoy generous discounts on some shows and a specially discounted price for some midweek matinees. Call the groups line on 08444 821 556 for details.

Schools, Colleges and Universities Tickets from £8 are available on selected performances for groups of 10 or more. 11th teacher ticket free in every 10.

ROSE THEATRE SHOP Pre order your ice creams, programmes and interval drinks with your tickets.

CHILDREN & BABIES Children under 5 will not be admitted in to the auditorium except for children’s and family shows. For health and safety reasons, all children must be allocated a seat and issued with a ticket. We will not charge an admission fee for babies-in-arms under 18 months old but a free ticket must be collected from Box Office. Prams/buggies may be stored in the foyer at the owner’s risk.

PIT CUSHIONS There are a number of floor places situated in the pit area, directly in front of the stage, where audience members can sit on their own cushion. Prices start from £8 on most shows.

ACCESS Patrons with disabilities enjoy half price tickets. The Rose is a fully accessible and inclusive organisation and we welcome all members of the community. • 10 wheelchair spaces in auditorium (stalls and circle) • Blue Badge parking in High Street and Rose car park • Accessible toilets on every floor • Level access into building and Culture Café • Lift access to all floors • Low counters at Box office and stalls bar • Automatic entrance into the building

Sensory access A digital hearing system for patrons with a hearing aid and Sennheiser headsets for hard of hearing patrons without a hearing aid. Guide and hearing dogs are welcome. Please let us know in advance so we may provide a dog-sitter and water bowl.

Learning disabilities Please feel free to contact us in advance to discuss how we can help make your visit as comfortable as possible on 020 8939 4078 or email [email protected]. Details can be found on our website rosetheatrekingston.org/access

LATECOMERS We regret latecomers cannot be admitted until a suitable break in the performance.

REFUNDS AND EXCHANGES Tickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded unless the performance is cancelled or postponed.

Data protection We would like to retain your details on our mailing list to inform you of future events at the Rose, special offers and, occasionally, deals from other organisations. You will be asked when you book if you want to receive this information. If you do not want to receive this information, please contact the marketing department on 020 8939 4051.

The information in this brochure was correct at time of going to press. Rose Theatre reserves the right to alter the advertised programme if necessary.

Due to the varying nature of the shows, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view from all seats at all times. Please check when booking.


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TICKET PRICES BAND A B C D Pit Pre

The Lady From The Sea

Mon–Thu eves & Sat mat £28.50 £25 £22 £16 £8 £38.50

Thu mat £20 £20 £15 £12 £8 £30

Fri & Sat eves £32 £28.50 £25 £19 £8 £42

Here

Mon–Thu eves & Sat mat £28.50 £24.50 £19 £14

Fri & Sat eves £30 £26 £20 £15

Thu mat £25 £22.50 £18 £12

The Winters Tale & Henry V

Tue–Sat eves & Sat mat £25 £23 £20 £16 £8

Thu Mat £20 £18 £16 £14 £8

The Cherry Orchard

Mon–Thu eves & all mats £20 £20 £18 £18 £8

Fri & Sat eves £22 £22 £20 £20 £8

The Conquest of the South Pole £18 £18 £15 £12 £8

Mort £25 £20 £17.50 £15 £8

Cirque de Ciel

Thu & Sat mat & Sun mat £26 £26 £21 £19 £8

Fri & Sat eves £24 £24 £19 £17.50 £8

The Crucible

Adults £10 £10 £10 £10 £8

Under 16’s £5 £5 £5 £5 £5

National Theatre Connections £8 £8 £8 £8 £8

BAND A B C D Pit Pre

The Snail and the Whale £12 £12 £12 £12 £10

Ring Round the World £10 £10 £10 £10 £10

Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales £12 £12 £12 £12 £8

Pinocchio £12 £12 £12 £12 £8

TIME TO TALK

Michael Pennington £5 £5 £5 £5

Joely Richardson £5 £5 £5 £5

Michael Frayn £5 £5 £5 £5

Jo Brand £5 £5 £5 £5

1 NIGHT EVENTS

Amit Chaudhuri £18 £18 £16 £16 £8

Loving Linda £30 £30 £30 £30 £30

Rich Hall £15 £15 £15 £15 £8

Comedy Store £12 £12 £12 £12

Rose Easter Extravaganza £7 £7 £7 £7

The Virginia Monologues £15 £15 £15 £12 £8

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra £32 £32 £25 £20 £12

Rose Britannia! £20 £20 £20 £20

Blue Apple’s Hamlet £8 £8 £8 £8 £8

Innovations 2012 £7 £7 £7 £7 £5

Seating plans and price breaks may vary for some productions. Please check with the Box office when booking tickets.

Pit – Pit Cushions Pre – Premium seatsPremium tickets includes a prime seat, glass of Prosecco and a play text

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VISIT THE NEW ROSE WEBSITE

VOLUNTEERThe Rose receives invaluable support from a large dedicated team of volunteers, without whom we would not be able to operate. If you feel you could offer four or more hours of your time every month on a long term basis, then we would love to hear from you.

Helping out at the Rose is enormous fun and it’s a fantastic way to meet people and make new friends. Occasionally, it’s challenging but it’s also an opportunity to share your skills with others and develop new ones. We don’t require any specific qualifications and the offer is open to people of all ages and abilities.

Our recruitment process is ongoing and the latest information about roles and how to apply can be found at rosetheatrekingston.org or email [email protected]

The Rose is delighted to launch its brand new website, created with the support of Arts Council England.

With a host of new functions, including pick your own seat, you now have the opportunity to claim discounts and offers as well as purchase full price tickets. You can watch trailers on the Rose channel and contribute your own comments with regular blogs from Stephen Unwin and other leading artists. To make your visit to the Rose even easier, you can pre-pay for programmes, ice-creams and other merchandise, including theatre vouchers, in our brand new online shop. It’s the perfect place to browse when present-hunting. We would like thank those who have already visited the site and generously made a donation to Rose Theatre Productions. Have a look today at rosetheatrekingston.org and we would be delighted to hear what you think of it.

Jane Asher cuts the cake she made for the opening night of The Importance of Being Earnest and Farewell to the Theatre.


Renowned for its wide selection of Fairtrade coffee (some say it’s the best in Kingston), the Culture Café is a unique and friendly place to meet friends or browse through a selection of daily papers and magazines. A large, versatile space, we offer a lot more than good coffee! Come and see for yourself.

In addition to our current range of delicious sandwiches, salads and home made cakes, the Culture Café launches an exciting new menu this season offering pre-show sharing platters and bar snacks.

SPECIAL OFFERSCHILDREN’S LUNCH BAGS FOR JUST £4 INCLUDING A SANDWICH, CARTON OF JUICE, PIECE OF FRUIT AND SWEET TREAT: available for The Snail and the Whale, Tiddler and Pinocchio.

GLASS OF PROSECCO ONLY £6: available for The Lady from the Sea, Henry V, The Winter’s Tale and Here.

BUY 2 LARGE GLASSES OF HOUSE WINE AND GET THE REST OF THE BOTTLE FREE: available for Here.

REGULAR CAFÉ EVENTS INCLUDE…RHYME TIME Mondays 11.15am Bring the little ones down for a free morning of rhyming, singing and laughter.

CRAFT & EMBROIDERY WORKSHOPS Tuesdays 10am Places are limited on this popular workshop so please contact Alys at [email protected] to book.

BABY AND TODDLER GROUPS Tuesdays and Thursdays 10.30am. Please contact Gill at [email protected] to book.

JAZZ CONCERTS First Tuesday of every month, presented in conjunction with Kingston University.

CULTURE CAFÉ

OPEN MONDAY–FRIDAY FROM 10AM SATURDAY 11AM Lunches available from 12 noon Pre-show platters available from 6pm–7pm

For full details of free music events at lunchtime or before and after a show, see rosetheatrekingston.org

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SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

ROSE THEATRE PRODUCTIONS JOELY RICHARDSON INTHE LADY FROM THE SEABY HENRIK IBSENDIRECTED BY STEPHEN UNWINTHU 23 FEB – SAT 17 MAR

HEREBY MICHAEL FRAYNDIRECTED BY LISA SPIRLINGTHU 19 APR – SAT 12 MAY

VISITING DRAMA PROPELLERHENRY V / THE WINTER’S TALEBY WILLIAM SHAKESPEAREDIRECTED BY EDWARD HALLTUE 20 – SAT 24 MAR

SHAKESPEARE AT THE TOBACCO FACTORYTHE CHERRY ORCHARDBY ANTON CHEKHOV TRANSLATED BY STEPHEN MULRINETUE 15 – SAT 19 MAY

ARCOLA THEATRETHE CONQUEST OF THE SOUTH POLEBY MANFRED KARGEDIRECTED BY STEPHEN UNWINTUE 29 MAY – SAT 2 JUN

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