Have a wonderful Summer breakIt’s nearly that time again, these holidays do seem to come around so quick (perhaps not quick enough for our mumbler teachers!). Filling the time can be hard, as can finding new and exciting things to do, while watching those pennies. Here at STAG, we thought we’d try and help make it a little easier for you and offer you some inspiration.
Check out our STAG Mumbler – Summer Holidays Special
It’s never too late to tell us about great local events, clubs or groups. So if you’re heading somewhere great this Summer, do let us know about it at stag@mumbler.co.uk and we’ll make sure we add it for other mumblers to see.
If you know of any local theatre listings that would interest our mumblers then please get in touch at stag@mumbler.co.uk
The talented local dancers of Butterfly Dance Studios, Goole present their annual production. This innovative show will have you up on your feet and wanting to boogie. Every style of dance will be featured from ballet to street dance and everything in between, as dancers of all ages create magic on stage.
16th August – 17th August
Fri, 7pm; Sat, 2pm & 7pm
TICKET PRICES: £11
Featuring a Tony Award-winning performance from host of the The Late Late Show, James Corden, the hilarious West End and Broadway hit One Man, Two Guvnors returns to cinemas to mark National Theatre Live’s 10th birthday.
Fired from his skiffle band, Francis Henshall becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe, a small time East End hood, now in Brighton to collect £6,000 from his fiancée’s dad. But Roscoe is really his sister Rachel posing as her own dead brother, who’s been killed by her boyfriend Stanley Stubbers.
Holed up at The Cricketers’ Arms, the permanently ravenous Francis spots the chance of an extra meal ticket and takes a second job with one Stanley Stubbers, who is hiding from the police and waiting to be re-united with Rachel. To prevent discovery, Francis must keep his two guvnors apart. Simple.
26th September 2019
SUITABILITY: 12A
TICKET PRICES: £11
RUNNING TIME: 210 mins
Matthew Warchus directs Andrew Scott (BBC’s Sherlock, Fleabag) in Noël Coward’s provocative comedy Present Laughter.
As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.
Captured live from The Old Vic in London, Present Laughter is a giddy and surprisingly modern reflection on fame, desire and loneliness.
SUITABILITY: As Live 12A
TICKET PRICES: £11 BUY TICKETS
RUNNING TIME: 180 mins (TBC)
7pm, 28th November – Junction Goole
A feuding fairy King and Queen of the forest cross paths with four runaway lovers and a troupe of actors trying to rehearse a play. As their dispute grows, the magical royal couple meddle with mortal lives leading to love triangles, mistaken identities and transformations… with hilarious, but dark consequences.
Shakespeare’s most famous romantic comedy will be captured live from the Bridge Theatre in London. Gwendoline Christie (Game of Thrones), Oliver Chris (Green Wing, NT Live: Young Marx), David Moorst (NT Live: Allelujah!) and Hammed Animashaun (The Barber Shop Chronicles) lead the cast as Titania, Oberon, Puck and Bottom.
Directed by Nicholas Hytner, this production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream will build on the success of his immersive staging of Julius Caesar (NT Live 2018). The Bridge Theatrewill become a forest – a dream world of flying fairies, contagious fogs and moonlight revels, surrounded by a roving audience following the action on foot.
7pm 17 Oct – Junction Goole
‘Following on from the success of last year’s Big Yorkshire Youth Theatre Festival, we are launching the Big Yorkshire Youth Theatre Festival 2019 on Saturday 20 July.
The Junior day is for young people aged 7-11 to come and take part in two workshops with theatre practitioners, working with young people from other youth theatres to gain new skills. These sessions will be based at York Theatre Royal.’ YTR, June 19
9am – 12.30pm, Saturday 20 July 2019
Venue: Upper Foyer, York Theatre Royal
‘The Senior Festival will take place over a 12 hour period, offering a big warm up, a choice of workshops, networking opportunities, a chance to bring your own work and see the work of other youth theatres and professional companies, and a giant improv battle. This takes place over two sites in York; York Theatre Royal and Riding Lights, Friargate. Workshops last year included: a technical workshop, RC Annie Stage Combat workshops, Milk Presents devising workshop, a costume workshop and a directing workshop, as well as performances from Catherine Heinemeyer, storyteller, and Tagged Theatre Company. This year’s festival will be equally jam packed with exciting opportunities for you to choose.’ YTR, June 19
9am – Saturday 20th July
Running Time: 12 hours
Venue: York Theatre Royal
‘Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the country. He has his own sports car, two crocodiles for pets and £100,000 a week pocket money. But what Joe doesn’t have is a friend. So he decides to leave his posh school and start again at the local comp. But things don’t go as planned for Joe and life becomes a rollercoaster as he tries find what money can’t buy!
From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny and Awful Auntie comes this amazing new production of David Walliams’ best-selling story!’ HNT
9 October 2019 to 12 October 2019
‘A brand new show for ages 4+ and their grown-ups about the childhood of William Shakespeare, performed inside the inspiring space of a replica Elizabethan theatre – Shakespeare’s Rose Theatre beside Clifford’s Tower in York.
Bursting with live music, puppetry and a wealth of brilliantly barmy historical inaccuracies, this 50-minute fun-filled show is performed in the ‘groundlings’ courtyard of the theatre delivering an interactive and engaging experience in a stunning historical setting.
Billy Shakes – Wonderboy embraces the joy of story-telling and is the perfect introduction to the delights of Shakespeare for children and adults alike!’ – YTR, June 19
23 July – 24 Aug
In 2019 Elmer the Patchwork Elephant celebrates his 30th Birthday and will be heading out on an extensive tour across the UK. The brand-new Live stage adaptation is based on the classic children’s book series by David McKee and is coming to Bridlington Spa on Thursday 22 August.
Elephants, as everyone knows, are big, have trunks, and are grey. But Elmer is a patchwork of brilliant colours! His fun-loving and cheerful personality keeps everyone in a playful mood, until the day he gets tired of being different and tries to blend in with the herd.
Elmer The Patchwork Elephant Show tells the tale of an elephant that stands out – both with his patchwork-coloured skin and his sense of humour – but ultimately realizing that his friends have always valued his unique characteristics.
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant Show will be brought to life on stage by Selladoor Family, the producers behind James And The Giant Peach, Seussical , The Owl And The Pussycat, Guess How Much I Love You and Madagascar the Musical; and MEI Theatrical, producers of family entertainment across Asia and the Middle East and The Very Hungry Caterpillar show and Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday in the UK.
Alex Parker, Lead Producer for Selladoor adds “We are thrilled to be bringing this much-loved character to life alongside the important stories that Elmer represents. Expect puppetry, colour and a trunk-load of fun!”
The show’s subtle message that it is always best to be yourself, combined with the vibrant colour and cheeky humour of the main character, makes Elmer a great show for children of all ages. A celebration of individuality and the power of laughter!
Elmer the Patchwork Elephant at Bridlington Spa on Thursday 22 August. Tickets can be booked in person, via the box office on 01262 678258 or online at www.bridspa.com
‘Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their brand new live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all!
You’ll see all your favourite characters beautifully brought to life with full-size costumes, magical puppets, and enchanting music. The show lasts just under an hour and it’s a completely new production for the very first In the Night Garden Live UK theatre tour.’ HNT
20 July 2019 to 21 July 2019
‘Milkshake Monkey can’t wait to put on a spectacular new musical for you all! But when stage fright hits, his favourite Milkshake friends come to help, creating the most dazzling show you have ever seen!
Starring Fireman Sam, Noddy, Shimmer & Shine, Digby Dragon, Wissper, Nella the Princess Knight and the Floogals…’ HNT
12 October 2019
‘Escape to an enchanting winter wonderland with Northern Ballet’s beautiful reimagining of Cinderella.
A glorious summer’s day turns into tragedy. Devastated by the loss of her father, and excluded by her cruel stepmother and sisters, Cinderella finds solace on the frozen lake where she first sees her Prince Charming. As romance blossoms, a surprise encounter in a market place changes Cinderella’s destiny.’ HNT
15 October 2019 to 19 October 2019
‘It’s a big, bright, beautiful world as Shrek the Musical arrives in York for the first time ever.
Having previously brought Sister Act, Hairspray, Ghost, Billy Elliot and We Will Rock You to the Grand Opera House over the last 10 years, acclaimed producer York Stage will bring their latest premiere production to York this September.’ GOH
12 Sept – 21 Sept 2019
‘Singalonga Productions, producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga Grease brings you their newest show, the smash hit film musical that everyone can’t stop singing – The Greatest Showman!
Our live host will teach you a unique set of dance moves that will truly make you Come Alive. As they show you how to use our interactive prop bags, you also get to practice your cheers, your boos and even a few wolf whistles. Then you can sit back and relax and sing and dance along to the lyrics on screen. You, the audience, will Rewrite The Stars!’ GOH
15 Oct 19
‘Come aboard the Swallow and join John, Susan, Titty and Roger as they sail to Wildcat Island and meet Nancy and Peggy, the self-proclaimed Amazon Pirates, and the dastardly Captain Flint, in this action-packed adventure.
Following on from last year’s critically acclaimed The Secret Garden, this year’s summer production is another feel-good show, packed with catchy songs and sword-buckling action that’s sure to entertain and delight the whole family.’ YTR, June 19
26 July – 24 Aug
Venue: Main House, York Theatre Royal
Age: Suitable for all ages
‘Based on the best-selling books by Liz Pichon, this brand new story of Tom Gates is brought to you by the award-winning team behind Horrible Histories and Gangsta Granny and for the first time ever it’s live on stage! This amazing world premiere will be touring the UK throughout the year!’ GOH
6th Nov – 9th Nov 19
Prepare to set sail for adventure in this lively retelling of the Robert Louis Stevenson classic novel, Treasure Island. Jim Hawkins, now an old man, recalls the discovery of a treasure map in the days of his youth, which leads to Squire Trelawney and Doctor Livesey purchasing The Hispaniola, a magnificent ship. They hire a crew and set off on the high seas, but with the one-legged cook, Long John Silver, plotting mutiny, the lives of Jim and his friends are soon put in grave danger.
Take part in an energetic, faced paced rehearsal week for Treasure Island, learn new skills, make new friends, do Arts Award Discover and have fun!
Mon 12 – 17 Aug
Mon – Fri: 10am – 4pm
Sat: 10am – 12pm
£100 (including Arts Award Discover)
Main House, York Theatre Royal
