Rose Theatre Kingston | Theatres

Valued Friends | Audience Reactions

22 days ago

Fri 20 Sep - Sat 12 Oct | http://bit.ly/ValuedFriends "You used to get some really good conversation in this flat. Burning issues and moral dilemmas and things. Now all everyone talks about is money." It’s 1980s London and change is happening. The city is ablaze with social, political and cultural upheaval and in a basement flat in Earls Court, four friends in their mid-thirties are scrabbling to keep their heads above water. Housemates for more than 10 years, Sherry is a hapless, quirky comedian; Paul, a keen music journalist; Marion, a straight-talking realist; and Howard, an earnest academic writing about the corruption of capitalism. The friends are thrown unexpectedly into a battle of nerves when a young, confident property developer offers them a substantial fee to vacate their home in West London. Spurred on by the revolutions of their time, they quickly realise they hold all the cards in this real-life game of Monopoly and over the course of three years, they manipulate a burgeoning property market one cup of tea at a time. Stephen Jeffreys' play was an instant classic when first performed at Hampstead Theatre in 1989 winning the Evening Standard and Critics' Circle Award for Most Promising Playwright, with a cast that featured Jane Horrocks, Peter Capaldi, Tim McInnerny, Serena Gordon, Martin Clunes and Peter Caffrey. Valued Friends is a compelling comedy drama set to the soundtrack of 1980s London and against the backdrop of Thatcher’s Britain. This brand new production directed by Michael Fentiman will be the first revival of the play in 30 years.

Dracula: The Bloody Truth | Audience Vox Pops

25 days ago

Sun 27 Oct - Mon 28 Oct Stop what you’re doing and read this very carefully. Your life may depend on it… This critically acclaimed, hilarious comedy will be presented by Professor Abraham Van Helsing and his three idiotic actors as they stage a lifechanging, theatrical production surrounding the true events of Dracula. With four actors playing over forty characters and directed by one of the UK’s most exciting comedy directors, John Nicholson, Dracula: The Bloody Truth will make you die laughing! Devon based, award winning Le Navet Bete make their debut on the Rose stage with great anticipation!

SIX | Rehearsals | UK Tour

29 days ago

Tue 12 - Sat 16 Nov The SIX rehearsals for the UK Tour have now started! Nominated for 5 Olivier Awards including Best New Musical, the sell-out London smash hit ‘SIX’ is the phenomenon everyone is losing their head over! From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a 75-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. Direct from the West End, the sell-out smash hit SIX is 'the best the West End has to offer’ (Daily Telegraph). Think you know the rhyme, think again…. Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE!

Posh | Interview & Behind-The-Scenes

about 1 month ago

Tue 15 Oct - Sat 19 Oct: bit.ly/PoshRose ★★★★★ ‘Undeniably powerful’ Independent ★★★★ ‘Toff-bashing is an old sport, but rarely has it been executed as excitingly as this’ The Times ★★★★ ‘A heady blend of timely satire and outrageous romp’ Evening Standard The Riot Club are back in business. This time on one condition. They must behave. Keep it out of the Daily Mail is the promise. Preserve the reputation of the club. After the mishaps at their last dinner their President has promised its ex-members not to bring the club back into disrepute. As the booze flows and the mood turns sour will the brotherhood prevail or will the lawyers of those with the deepest pockets preserve these bright young men's futures? Tyger Drew-Honey (Outnumbered, Cuckoo) stars in this provocative dark-comedy, making his stage debut as Alistair Ryle, the toff with a chip on his shoulder.

SIX | Tour Cast Announcement

about 1 month ago

Tue 12 Nov - Sat 16 Nov | http://bit.ly/RoseSIX Nominated for 5 Olivier Awards including Best New Musical, the sell-out London smash hit ‘SIX’ is the phenomenon everyone is losing their head over! From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a 75-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. Direct from the West End, the sell-out smash hit SIX is 'the best the West End has to offer’ (Daily Telegraph). Think you know the rhyme, think again…. Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE!

Valued Friends | Behind-the-Scenes Photoshoot

2 months ago

Fri 20 Sep - Sat 12 Oct | http://bit.ly/ValuedFriends "You used to get some really good conversation in this flat. Burning issues and moral dilemmas and things. Now all everyone talks about is money." It’s 1980s London and change is happening. The city is ablaze with social, political and cultural upheaval and in a basement flat in Earls Court, four friends in their mid-thirties are scrabbling to keep their heads above water. Housemates for more than 10 years, Sherry is a hapless, quirky comedian; Paul, a keen music journalist; Marion, a straight-talking realist; and Howard, an earnest academic writing about the corruption of capitalism. The friends are thrown unexpectedly into a battle of nerves when a young, confident property developer offers them a substantial fee to vacate their home in West London. Spurred on by the revolutions of their time, they quickly realise they hold all the cards in this real-life game of Monopoly and over the course of three years, they manipulate a burgeoning property market one cup of tea at a time. Stephen Jeffreys' play was an instant classic when first performed at Hampstead Theatre in 1989 winning the Evening Standard and Critics' Circle Award for Most Promising Playwright, with a cast that featured Jane Horrocks, Peter Capaldi, Tim McInnerny, Serena Gordon, Martin Clunes and Peter Caffrey. Valued Friends is a compelling comedy drama set to the soundtrack of 1980s London and against the backdrop of Thatcher’s Britain. This brand new production directed by Michael Fentiman will be the first revival of the play in 30 years.

Posh | Trailer

2 months ago

Tue 15 Oct - Sat 19 Oct: bit.ly/PoshRose ★★★★★ ‘Undeniably powerful’ Independent ★★★★ ‘Toff-bashing is an old sport, but rarely has it been executed as excitingly as this’ The Times ★★★★ ‘A heady blend of timely satire and outrageous romp’ Evening Standard The Riot Club are back in business. This time on one condition. They must behave. Keep it out of the Daily Mail is the promise. Preserve the reputation of the club. After the mishaps at their last dinner their President has promised its ex-members not to bring the club back into disrepute. As the booze flows and the mood turns sour will the brotherhood prevail or will the lawyers of those with the deepest pockets preserve these bright young men's futures? Tyger Drew-Honey (Outnumbered, Cuckoo) stars in this provocative dark-comedy, making his stage debut as Alistair Ryle, the toff with a chip on his shoulder.

The Lovely Bones | Trailer

3 months ago

Tue 22 Oct - Sat 26 Oct | http://bit.ly/LovelyBonesRose ★★★★ 'A riveting dialogue between heaven and Earth.' The Times ★★★★ 'A mesmerising spectacle' The Guardian Susie Salmon is just like any other young girl. She wants to be beautiful, adores her charm bracelet and has a crush on a boy from school. There's one big difference though - Susie is dead. Now she can only observe while her family manage their grief in their different ways. Her father, Jack, is obsessed with identifying the killer. Her mother, Abigail, is desperate to create a different life for herself. And her sister, Lindsey, is discovering the opposite sex with experiences that Susie will never know. Susie is desperate to help them and there might be a way of reaching them… Alice Sebold's novel The Lovely Bones is a unique coming-of-age tale that captured the hearts of readers throughout the world. Award-winning playwright Bryony Lavery has adapted it for this unforgettable play about life after loss, directed by Rose Associated Artist, Melly Still.

The Lovely Bones | The making of...

3 months ago

Tue 22 Oct - Sat 26 Oct | http://bit.ly/LovelyBonesRose ★★★★ 'A riveting dialogue between heaven and Earth.' The Times ★★★★ 'A mesmerising spectacle' The Guardian Susie Salmon is just like any other young girl. She wants to be beautiful, adores her charm bracelet and has a crush on a boy from school. There's one big difference though - Susie is dead. Now she can only observe while her family manage their grief in their different ways. Her father, Jack, is obsessed with identifying the killer. Her mother, Abigail, is desperate to create a different life for herself. And her sister, Lindsey, is discovering the opposite sex with experiences that Susie will never know. Susie is desperate to help them and there might be a way of reaching them… Alice Sebold's novel The Lovely Bones is a unique coming-of-age tale that captured the hearts of readers throughout the world. Award-winning playwright Bryony Lavery has adapted it for this unforgettable play about life after loss, directed by Rose Associated Artist, Melly Still.

Dracula: The Bloody Truth | Trailer

3 months ago

Stop what you’re doing and read this very carefully. Your life may depend on it… This critically acclaimed, hilarious comedy will be presented by Professor Abraham Van Helsing and his three idiotic actors as they stage a lifechanging, theatrical production surrounding the true events of Dracula. With four actors playing over forty characters and directed by one of the UK’s most exciting comedy directors, John Nicholson, Dracula: The Bloody Truth will make you die laughing! Devon based, award winning Le Navet Bete make their debut on the Rose stage with great anticipation!

Posh | Teaser Trailer

3 months ago

Tue 15 Oct - Sat 19 Oct | http://bit.ly/PoshRose Written by Laura Wade | Directed by Lucy Hughes The Riot Club are back in business. This time on one condition. They must behave. Keep it out of the Daily Mail is the promise. Preserve the reputation of the club. After the mishaps at their last dinner their President has promised its ex-members not to bring the club back into disrepute. As the booze flows and the mood turns sour will the brotherhood prevail or will the lawyers of those with the deepest pockets preserve these bright young men's futures? Tyger Drew-Honey (Outnumbered, Cuckoo) stars in this provocative dark-comedy, making his stage debut as Alistair Ryle, the toff with a chip on his shoulder.

Friendsical | Teaser Trailer

3 months ago

Mon 9 Sep - Sat 14 Sep | http://bit.ly/FriendsicalRose Friendsical is an original and unqiue new parody musical inspired by the gang in Friends, the iconic TV show. When Ross's wife leaves him for another woman, he fears he will never find love again. But then Rachel runs back into his life... will he end up with his one true love? With original new songs such as '(He's her) Lobster!', 'Richard's Moustache' and 'You're Over Me, When Were You Under Me?', the gang take on naked Thursdays, a power cut, and a dinosaur convention! What could possibly go wrong? This is a loving parody not to be confused with the Warner Bros Entertainment Inc. series Friends.

The Simon and Garfunkel Story | Theatrical Trailer

4 months ago

Direct from a weeklong run in London’s West End at the Vaudeville Theatre, a SOLD OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Homeward Bound' and many more. Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed!

Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny | The Laugh

5 months ago

Fri 14 Jun, 7pm & 9.30pm | http://bit.ly/TheLaugh Jimmy’s brand new show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things. Terrible things that might have affected you or people you know and love. But they’re just jokes - they are not the terrible things. Having political correctness at a comedy show is like having health and safety at a rodeo. Now you’ve been warned, buy a ticket.

SIX | Trailer

5 months ago

Tue 12 Nov - Sat 16 Nov | http://bit.ly/RoseSIX Nominated for 5 Olivier Awards including Best New Musical, the sell-out London smash hit ‘SIX’ is the phenomenon everyone is losing their head over! From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII finally take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a 75-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red. Direct from the West End, the sell-out smash hit SIX is 'the best the West End has to offer’ (Daily Telegraph). Think you know the rhyme, think again…. Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE!

The Gruffalo | Timelapse

5 months ago

Wed 29 May - Sun 2 Jun | http://bit.ly/GruffaloRose Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs and monstrous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, in the much-loved show that’s toured Britain and the world! The Gruffalo © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 1999 - Macmillan Children's Books

The Gruffalo | Trailer

5 months ago

Wed 29 May - Sun 2 Jun | http://bit.ly/GruffaloRose Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs and monstrous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, in the much-loved show that’s toured Britain and the world! The Gruffalo © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 1999 - Macmillan Children's Books

Set Design | Captain Corelli's Mandolin

6 months ago

Cephalonia 1941. Captain Corelli, an enigmatic young Italian officer, is posted to the idyllic Greek island as part of the occupying forces. Shunned by the locals at first, he proves to be civilised, humorous and a consummate musician. The Captain is soon thrown together with Dr Iannis’ strong-willed and beautiful daughter Pelagia, who discovers all the complexities of love, and how it can blossom in the most unexpected and profound way. A cast of fifteen actors and singers bring Louis de Bernières’ beloved novel thrillingly to life, capturing vivid descriptions of village life and the epic sweep and shifting politics of war. Experience all the passion and poetry that made this love story a bestselling novel and smash hit Hollywood movie. This stunning new production is directed by Olivier and Tony Award nominee and Rose Associate Artist Melly Still (My Brilliant Friend), adapted by Rona Munro (The James Plays), and includes specially commissioned music by Harry Blake.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin | Trailer

6 months ago

Tue 23 Apr - Sun 12 May | http://bit.ly/2CMctld Presented by Rose Theatre Kingston, Neil Laidlaw, Daniel Hodgdon and Birmingham Repertory Theatre Based on the novel by Louis de Bernieres | Adapted by Rona Munro | Directed by Melly Still Cephalonia 1941. Captain Corelli, an enigmatic young Italian officer, is posted to the idyllic Greek island as part of the occupying forces. Shunned by the locals at first, he proves to be civilised, humorous and a consummate musician. The Captain is soon thrown together with Dr Iannis’ strong-willed and beautiful daughter Pelagia, who discovers all the complexities of love, and how it can blossom in the most unexpected and profound way. A cast of fifteen actors and singers bring Louis de Bernières’ beloved novel thrillingly to life, capturing vivid descriptions of village life and the epic sweep and shifting politics of war. Experience all the passion and poetry that made this love story a bestselling novel and smash hit Hollywood movie. This stunning new production is directed by Olivier and Tony Award nominee and Rose Associate Artist Melly Still (My Brilliant Friend), adapted by Rona Munro (The James Plays), and includes specially commissioned music by Harry Blake. Presented in association with Kingston University.

The Ronnie Scott's 60th Anniversary | Rose Theatre Kingston

7 months ago

Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club and combining world-class live jazz, narration and projected archive images and footage. Since it’s humble beginnings as a basement music bar where musicians would jam, through to the internationally acclaimed music venue it is today, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club has showcased the music of some of the world’s greatest and most influential Artists. Hosting landmark performances from the likes of Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck and Michael Bublé – and not forgetting surprise appearances by the likes of Jamie Cullum, Stevie Wonder and Prince! Featuring classic music from the jazz greats who have performed at Ronnie Scott’s, alongside narration and projected archive images and rare footage from the club, The Ronnie Scott’s Songbook is a glimpse into this unique world and its incredible history. Hosted and performed by the award-winning Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, led by the Club’s Musical Director, this is a unique evening celebrating the music and history of Ronnie Scott’s and is a must for any music fan.

The Cat in the Hat | Set Timelapse

7 months ago

Wed 10 Apr - Sun 21 Apr | http://bit.ly/2FW3tMq Check out our set for The Cat in the Hat as is comes together ahead of our opening performance on Wed 10 Apr! When the Cat in the Hat steps onto the mat, Sally and her brother are in for a rollercoaster ride of havoc and mayhem! The Cat can rescue them from a dull rainy day, but what mischief do they get up to along the way? Look at me! Look at me! Look at me NOW! It’s fun to have fun but you have to know how! Based on the much-loved book by Dr. Seuss that has captivated generations of readers, The Cat in the Hat features feline frivolity aplenty, with his acrobatic accomplices Thing 1 and Thing 2. With riotous rhymes, which have delighted children for over fifty years, and infectious humour and spectacular circus for the grown-ups, the wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat comes to Rose Theatre for the 2019 Easter break. Directed by Curve’s Associate Director Suba Das (Pink Sari Revolution, Sukanya), with design by Isla Shaw (The Witches, The Gruffalo) and original songs from composer Tasha Taylor Johnson (George’s Marvellous Medicine), this Rose Theatre Kingston and Curve co-production of The Cat in the Hat will be a purrfect treat for all the family.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin | Behind the Scenes: Music

7 months ago

Tue 23 Apr to Sun 12 May | Rose Theatre Kingston https://bit.ly/2Fpa54u Cephalonia 1941. Captain Corelli, an enigmatic young Italian officer, is posted to the idyllic Greek island as part of the occupying forces. Shunned by the locals at first, he proves to be civilised, humorous and a consummatemusician. The Captain is soon thrown together with Dr Iannis’ strong –willed and beautiful daughter Pelagia, who discovers all of the complexities of love, and howit can blossom in the most unexpected and profound way. A cast of fifteen actors and singers bring Louis de Bernières’ epic novel dramatically to life. Experience all of the passion and poetry that made this love story a multimillion best-selling novel and a smash-hit Hollywood movie. From the vivid descriptions of the village and its inhabitants, to the brutal life and epic sweep of the soldiers caught up in the constantly changing politics of war, this stunning new production is directed by Olivier and Tony-Award nominee Melly Still (My Brilliant Friend) and writer and adaptor Rona Munro (The James Plays) and includes specially commissioned music by Harry Blake. Presented in association with Kingston University.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin | Group Singing

7 months ago

Tue 23 Apr - Sun 12 May | http://bit.ly/2CMctld Presented by Rose Theatre Kingston, Neil Laidlaw, Daniel Hodgdon and Birmingham Repertory Theatre Based on the novel by Louis de Bernieres | Adapted by Rona Munro | Directed by Melly Still Cephalonia 1941. Captain Corelli, an enigmatic young Italian officer, is posted to the idyllic Greek island as part of the occupying forces. Shunned by the locals at first, he proves to be civilised, humorous and a consummate musician. The Captain is soon thrown together with Dr Iannis’ strong-willed and beautiful daughter Pelagia, who discovers all the complexities of love, and how it can blossom in the most unexpected and profound way. A cast of fifteen actors and singers bring Louis de Bernières’ beloved novel thrillingly to life, capturing vivid descriptions of village life and the epic sweep and shifting politics of war. Experience all the passion and poetry that made this love story a bestselling novel and smash hit Hollywood movie. This stunning new production is directed by Olivier and Tony Award nominee and Rose Associate Artist Melly Still (My Brilliant Friend), adapted by Rona Munro (The James Plays), and includes specially commissioned music by Harry Blake. Presented in association with Kingston University.

The Cat in the Hat | Theatre Tour

7 months ago

Wed 10 Apr - Sun 21 Apr: https://bit.ly/2H4pNoF A Rose Theatre Kingston and Curve Production in association with the National Centre for Circus Arts Based on the much-loved book by Dr. Seuss | Adapted by Katie Mitchell When the Cat in the Hat steps onto the mat, Sally and her brother are in for a rollercoaster ride of havoc and mayhem! The Cat can rescue them from a dull rainy day, but what mischief do they get up to along the way? Look at me! Look at me! Look at me NOW! It’s fun to have fun but you have to know how! Based on the much-loved book by Dr. Seuss that has captivated generations of readers, The Cat in the Hat features feline frivolity aplenty, with his acrobatic accomplices Thing 1 and Thing 2. With riotous rhymes, which have delighted children for over fifty years, and infectious humour and spectacular circus for the grown-ups, the wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat comes to Rose Theatre for the 2019 Easter break. Directed by Curve’s Associate Director Suba Das (Pink Sari Revolution, Sukanya), with design by Isla Shaw (The Witches, The Gruffalo) and original songs from composer Tasha Taylor Johnson (George’s Marvellous Medicine), this Rose Theatre Kingston and Curve co-production of The Cat in the Hat will be a purrfect treat for all the family.

Captain Corelli's Mandolin | Introducing Alex Mugnaioni

7 months ago

Tues 23 Apr - Sun 12 May: https://goo.gl/PvnV8h Presented by Rose Theatre Kingston, Neil Laidlaw productions and Birmingham Repertory Theatre Based on the novel by Louis de Bernieres | Adapted by Rona Munro | Directed by Melly Still The first major stage adaptation of Louis de Bernières' best-selling novel has its world premiere at the Rose. Set on the Greek island of Cephallonia, Captain Corelli's Mandolin tells the iconic story of a passionate love affair set against the turbulent backdrop of World War II. Iannis loves the island and his strong-willed daughter Pelagia. Carlo, an Italian solider, discovers love whilst fighting in Albania. Pelagia loves her father and the fisherman Mandras. The young Italian Captain Corelli loves only his music. Then one morning in 1941, the idyllic island awakens to find itself in the jaws of war, under Italian and German occupation. Everything the islanders thought they knew and understood changes, as love blossoms in unimaginable circumstances. Meet Alex Mugnaioni as he prepares to bring this iconic character to life on stage, mandolin and all!

Stones In His Pockets | Film

8 months ago

Thu 28 Feb - Sat 9 Mar: https://goo.gl/N3QnQM Starring Kevin Trainor (An Octoroon at Orange Tree Theatre and National Theatre; Peter Hall’s Love’s Labour’s Lost at the Rose; TV credits include Endeavour and Utopia) and Owen Sharpe (film credits include Calvary, The Guard and My Left Foot). A small village in rural Ireland is turned upside down when a major Hollywood film studio descends to make a historical blockbuster on location. The story is told through the eyes of Charlie Conlon and Jake Quinn, employed as extras along with numerous other locals. As cultures clash, it becomes clear that Tinseltown’s romanticized dream of Ireland is a long, long way from reality. Through their eyes a multitude of extraordinary characters come to life, ranging from the spoilt American starlet to the English director and the village old timer. Often hysterically funny, thought-provoking and witty, this wonderful comedy has won numerous awards including both the Olivier and Evening Standard Awards for Best New Comedy, as well as three Tony nominations on Broadway. Stones in his Pockets ran for four years in the West End and has delighted audiences around the world.

The Cat In The Hat | Audience Reactions

9 months ago

The Cat In The Hat, Wed 10 Apr - Sun 21 Apr, https://goo.gl/Xxn1XH Based on the much-loved book by Dr. Seuss that has captivated generations of readers, The Cat in the Hat features feline frivolity aplenty, with his acrobatic accomplices Thing 1 and Thing 2. With riotous rhymes, which have delighted children for over fifty years, and infectious humour and spectacular circus for the grown-ups, the wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat comes to Rose Theatre for the 2019 Easter break.

The Cat In The Hat | Rehearsal Trailer

9 months ago

The Cat In The Hat, Wed 10 Apr - Sun 21 Apr, https://goo.gl/Xxn1XH Based on the much-loved book by Dr. Seuss that has captivated generations of readers, The Cat in the Hat features feline frivolity aplenty, with his acrobatic accomplices Thing 1 and Thing 2. With riotous rhymes, which have delighted children for over fifty years, and infectious humour and spectacular circus for the grown-ups, the wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat comes to Rose Theatre for the 2019 Easter break.

The Cat In The Hat | Production Trailer

9 months ago

The Cat In The Hat, Wed 10 Apr - Sun 21 Apr, https://goo.gl/Xxn1XH Based on the much-loved book by Dr. Seuss that has captivated generations of readers, The Cat in the Hat features feline frivolity aplenty, with his acrobatic accomplices Thing 1 and Thing 2. With riotous rhymes, which have delighted children for over fifty years, and infectious humour and spectacular circus for the grown-ups, the wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat comes to Rose Theatre for the 2019 Easter break.

Behind-the-Scenes | Hansel & Gretel

10 months ago

Thu 6 Dec - Sun 6 Jan - https://www.rosetheatrekingston.org/whats-on/hansel-gretel Following last year's successful show, this Christmas don't miss Hansel & Gretel, a new festive version of the Brothers Grimm's much-loved fairy tale written by Ciaran McConville. With music and lyrics by Eamonn O'Dwyer, directed by Rosie Jones. Life is good in the little town of Freiburg. Somehow it has escaped the Great Famine laying blight to its neighbours. It has the highest of walls, the most bountiful of harvests and holds the biggest of parties. And everyone loves the town's mayor. When young Hansel and Gretel are offered a trip to the city, with promises of a brighter future, little do they know of what awaits them in the forest... or realise how the sweet old lady at the gingerbread house might control their fate. Battling magical beasts, enlisting a crew of fairy tale bandits and learning the secrets of their past, Hansel and Gretel must race to save their town from the Witch's Curse. And all in time for Christmas!

Hansel & Gretel | Production Trailer

10 months ago

Thu 6 Dec - Sun 6 Jan - https://www.rosetheatrekingston.org/whats-on/hansel-gretel Following last year's successful show, this Christmas don't miss Hansel & Gretel, a new festive version of the Brothers Grimm's much-loved fairy tale written by Ciaran McConville. With music and lyrics by Eamonn O'Dwyer, directed by Rosie Jones. Life is good in the little town of Freiburg. Somehow it has escaped the Great Famine laying blight to its neighbours. It has the highest of walls, the most bountiful of harvests and holds the biggest of parties. And everyone loves the town's mayor. When young Hansel and Gretel are offered a trip to the city, with promises of a brighter future, little do they know of what awaits them in the forest... or realise how the sweet old lady at the gingerbread house might control their fate. Battling magical beasts, enlisting a crew of fairy tale bandits and learning the secrets of their past, Hansel and Gretel must race to save their town from the Witch's Curse. And all in time for Christmas!

Hansel & Gretel | Trailer

11 months ago

Thu 6 Dec - Sun 6 Jan - https://www.rosetheatrekingston.org/whats-on/hansel-gretel/about Following last year's successful show, this Christmas don't miss Hansel & Gretel, a new festive version of the Brothers Grimm's much-loved fairy tale written by Ciaran McConville. With music and lyrics by Eamonn O'Dwyer, directed by Rosie Jones. Life is good in the little town of Freiburg. Somehow it has escaped the Great Famine laying blight to its neighbours. It has the highest of walls, the most bountiful of harvests and holds the biggest of parties. And everyone loves the town's mayor. When young Hansel and Gretel are offered a trip to the city, with promises of a brighter future, little do they know of what awaits them in the forest... or realise how the sweet old lady at the gingerbread house might control their fate. Battling magical beasts, enlisting a crew of fairy tale bandits and learning the secrets of their past, Hansel and Gretel must race to save their town from the Witch's Curse. And all in time for Christmas!

Don Carlos | Audience Reactions

12 months ago

Tue 6 - Sat 17 Nov 2018 http://bit.ly/2OzT1eo Here's what our guests on Press Night had to say about Don Carlos, which runs at the Rose from Tue 6 to Sat 17 Nov 2018.

2 Minutes with Tom Burke | Don Carlos

12 months ago

We caught up with actor Tom Burke to ask about the themes of Schiller's Don Carlos and their relevance today. A tale of passion and power against the backdrop of the ruthless Spanish Inquisition, Don Carlos runs at the Rose from 6 - 17 November. To find out more and to book tickets, click here: https://www.rosetheatrekingston.org/whats-on/don-carlos

Don Carlos | Trailer

about 1 year ago

A magnificent tale of passion and power set against the chilling backdrop of the bloody and ruthless Spanish Inquisition. Don Carlos is torn apart when his tyrannical father King Philip II seals a peace deal by marrying French noble Elizabeth de Valois, the love of Carlos’ life. The heartbroken heir turns for help to his closest friend, Rodrigo, Marquis of Posa, a champion of the oppressed, who questions the monarch’s iron rule and becomes an unlikely power broker in the duplicitous court. Written just two years before the French Revolution, Schiller’s Don Carlos is a man caught at the intersection of passion and politics: smitten by his stepmother and seduced by Posa’s dangerous vision of freedom. The chilling work is full of Shakespearean echoes and its themes of justice and equality; freedom of expression and conscience; religious bigotry and state persecution are as relevant today as ever.

Hogarth's Progress | Audience Reactions

about 1 year ago

Thu 13 Sep - Sun 21 Oct 2018 https://goo.gl/4Ppfqm Here's what our guests on Press Night had to say about Hogarth's Progress, which runs at the Rose from 13 Sep to 21 Oct 2018.

Backstage with Ian Hallard: Hogarth's Progress | Part 2

about 1 year ago

Thu 13 Sep - Sun 21 Oct 2018 https://goo.gl/FgA5uR Actor Ian Hallard gives us a glimpse of life backstage at our 2018 production of Hogarth's Progress. Ian plays Oliver in The Art of Success, the first part of the double bill, and Horace Walpole in the second part, The Taste of the Town. Hogarth's Progress runs at the Rose Theatre until 21 Oct 2018. More info: https://goo.gl/FgA5uR

Backstage with Ian Hallard: Hogarth's Progress | Part 1

about 1 year ago

Thu 13 Sep - Sun 21 Oct 2018 https://goo.gl/FgA5uR Actor Ian Hallard gives us a glimpse of life backstage at our 2018 production of Hogarth's Progress. Ian plays Oliver in The Art of Success, the first part of the double bill, and Horace Walpole in the second part, The Taste of the Town. Hogarth's Progress runs at the Rose Theatre until 21 Oct 2018. More info: https://goo.gl/FgA5uR

The Ronnie Scott's All Stars: The Ronnie Scott's Songbook | Trailer

about 1 year ago

Fri 23 Nov 2018 https://goo.gl/42F1wa Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club and combining world-class live jazz, narration and projected archive images and footage, the Ronnie Scott’s All Stars take to the stage to celebrate The Ronnie Scott’s Songbook. Featuring classic music from the jazz greats who have performed at Ronnie Scott’s, alongside narration and projected archive images and rare footage from the club, The Ronnie Scott’s Songbook is a glimpse into this unique world and its incredible history. Hosted and performed by the award-winning Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, led by the Club’s Musical Director, this is a unique evening celebrating the music and history of Ronnie Scott’s and is a must for any music fan.

Hogarth's Progress | Interview with playwright Nick Dear

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Thu 13 Sep - Sun 21 Oct 2018 https://goo.gl/GDjCdh Hogarth's Progress is a riotous double bill of comedies by BAFTA Award-winning playwright Nick Dear, following one of Britain's most celebrated artists on two monumental pub crawls. Hogarth's Progress explores the extraordinary lives of William Hogarth and his wife Jane at a time when culture escaped from the grasp of the powerful into the hands of the many.

Hogarth's Progress: Double Bill | Trailer

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Thu 13 Sep - Sun 21 Oct 2018 https://goo.gl/4Ppfqm A riotous double bill of comedies by BAFTA Award-winning playwright Nick Dear, following one of Britain's most celebrated artists on two monumental pub crawls. Hogarth's Progress explores the extraordinary lives of William Hogarth and his wife Jane at a time when culture escaped from the grasp of the powerful into the hands of the many.

SIX The Musical | Trailer | Tudor Queens To Pop Princesses

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Wed 31 Oct - Sun 4 Nov, https://goo.gl/j1LLHJ From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII sing their way out of the history books and into the spotlight. Following triumphant runs at the Underbelly in Edinburgh and the Arts Theatre in the West End, SIX comes to the Rose, only a stone’s throw away from Henry’s home at Hampton Court Palace. With songs including Ex Wives, Haus of Holbein and Don’t Lose Ur Head, this pop concert remixes five hundred years of historical heartbreak into one hour of 21st century sass. Don’t miss your chance to see the hottest new musical of 2018. Event Details Running Time: Approx 80 minutes.

James Taylor Quartet | Trailer |

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Lead by Hammond organ-guru, James Taylor, JTQ stands with one foot planted in 2018, and other, just as firmly, somewhere south of the 1970s. For more than 25 years, the James Taylor Quartet have set the standard for the coolest sounds in funky acid jazz. On dozens of mighty albums and at their legendary gigs at home and around the world, they’ve quietly become a byword for distinguished British creativity. In addition to his work with JTQ – James has collaborated with the likes of U2, The Wonderstuff, Manic Street Preachers, The Pogues, as well as with Tom Jones on the multi-platinum album Reload. JTQ are perhaps best-known and best-loved for their unrivalled live performances. With James’s Hammond leading the way, JTQ jam out with funky rhythms and kitschy-cool melodies - their concerts include reworkings of classics such as Green Onions and Time Is Tight, as well as JTQ’s debut single Blow Up, JTQ Theme and, of course, the inimitable, Starsky and Hutch.

SIX | Trailer | The Hottest New Musical of 2018

about 1 year ago

Wed 31 Oct - Sun 4 Nov, https://goo.gl/j1LLHJ From Tudor queens to pop princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII sing their way out of the history books and into the spotlight. Following triumphant runs at the Underbelly in Edinburgh and the Arts Theatre in the West End, SIX comes to the Rose, only a stone’s throw away from Henry’s home at Hampton Court Palace. With songs including Ex Wives, Haus of Holbein and Don’t Lose Ur Head, this pop concert remixes five hundred years of historical heartbreak into one hour of 21st century sass. Don’t miss your chance to see the hottest new musical of 2018. Event Details Running Time: Approx 80 minutes.

Little Baby Bum Live | Audience Reactions | Mon 30- Tue 31 Jul

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Step into the magical and colourful world of LITTLE BABY BUM. Join Mia, Jacus, Twinkle and their Nursery Rhyme friends at the world premiere of a brand new LIVE show. An online and digital TV sensation Little Baby Bum is the world’s largest educational YouTube channel with over 21m subscribers and 20 billion views.

A Winter's Tale | Presented by Youth Music Theatre

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Thu 30 Aug - Sun 2 Sep https://goo.gl/eA8oks A bold and brilliant interpretation of the well-known play by William Shakespeare. Two worlds collide into one happy resolution. Paranoia and power unfolds into a parable for the redemptive gift of youth, and a celebration of young people and the potential they have to make the world a better place. Unashamedly emotional the musical tone shifts from dark, brooding passions, to sunshine and redemption as we bathe in the warmth, humour and joy of a youthful summer of love. Composed by Howard Goodall one of Britain's most distinguished and versatile composers and featuring some of the UK’s most talented young performers from Youth Music Theatre. Music & Lyrics by Howard Goodall Book by Nick Stimson Directed by Bronagh Lagan

He Ain't Heavy | Let Me In Festival

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Wed 27 Jun 2.30pm & 6.30pm https://goo.gl/bvELhJ 'An incredibly poignant and intimate portrayal of sibling love. You have to see Grania in action: she is a highly skilled circus performer, storyteller and connector, lighting up the entire stage' LucyLovesCircus Performer Grania Pickard tells the story of growing up with her disabled autistic brother Sean using physical theatre, aerial circus, audience interaction and storytelling. Through puppetry, the audience see how Sean walks, talks and interacts with the world and how his unique take on life has shaped and influenced Grania.

He Ain't Heavy | Audience reactions

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Part of Let Me In 2018 Wed 27 Jun, 2.30pm & 6.30pm https://goo.gl/CeL581 Performer Grania Pickard tells the story of growing up with her disabled autistic brother Sean using physical theatre, aerial circus, audience interaction and storytelling. Through puppetry, the audience see how Sean walks, talks and interacts with the world and how his unique take on life has shaped and influenced Grania. 'When people ask me about my brother I usually give them the short answer; he has severe learning disabilities, epilepsy and autism. He Ain't Heavy is the long answer. As Sean cannot go on a national tour due to a love of routine and no concept of theatre, we are going to bring him into the room in other ways'

Igintion 2018 | Choreographers Platform

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Fri 15 Jun, 7.30pm https://goo.gl/94H9kT ★★★★ 'sparks are flying' Guardian New work by five choreographers will be performed for the first time as Ignition celebrates its fifth anniversary of supporting original choreographic talent. Selected by a competitive call out, this is a rare opportunity to glimpse the rich diversity of dance styles that is now Ignition's trademark. Booking essential.

Ballet Black: Double Bill | The Suit | A Dream Within a Midsummer Night’s Dream

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Tue 30 Oct, 7.30pm https://goo.gl/EmncH2 ★★★★★ 'It's a knockout and the whole company is marvellous in it' The Independent ★★★★ 'Enchanting Double Bill' The Guardian ★★★★ 'Classy popular entertainment .. drama and some altogether glorious romantic fun' The Times 'bold and wholeheartedly daring choreography' The Exuent Audiences can’t resist the ‘joyously unpredictable’ (Guardian) programmes danced by Ballet Black, making their debut here at the Rose. Led by Artistic Director Cassa Pancho, this company celebrates dancers of black and Asian descent, showcasing technique, precision and grace in specially commissioned pieces. As part of their latest double bill, renowned British choreographer Cathy Marston, choreographs a new narrative ballet for the Company. Based on Can Themba’s South African fable The Suit, this is the first dance adaptation of the affecting short story. Completing the evening is Arthur Pita’s Olivier nominated A Dream Within a Midsummer Night’s Dream, described as ‘charming and hilarious’ by Dance Europe magazine. The production mixes classical and contemporary to distil the essence of Shakespeare’s comedy, unfolding to an eclectic soundtrack that includes Eartha Kitt, Barbra Streisand and Yma Sumac. Performing it, ‘the company have never looked better’ (Independent). Age suitability: 12 years+