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David Copperfield

21st 25th Feb 2012, Joseph Rowntree Theatre
All the tradition of a Dicken's classic but with much much more, York Stage Musicals are celebrating Charles Dickens' 200th Birthday with a new stage adaptation of his favourite novel David Copperfield - a story filled with adventure, excitement and wonder.

Charles Dickens said of all his heroes: "I have in my heart of hearts a favourite.and his name is David Copperfield"

Like a Dickensian Harry Potter, David leads us on a magical journey, encountering villains and challenges that will have you on the edge of your seat.

The Joseph Rowntree stage will be transformed into a magical playground as David sets sail on the high seas in a playful world full of puppets, donkeys, music and invention.

Featuring many of Charles Dickens' most beloved characters - Mr Micawber, Peggotty, Barkis, Ham, Uriah Heep, Betsy Trotwood, Mr Dick, Emily and Steerforth.
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Brassed Off

16th - 19th May, Grand Opera House York
‘Live brass band music is a sound like no other, rousing yet haunting - theatrical magic’
Charles Hutchinson, York Press

Brassed Off is a spirited comedy-drama set in 1992, a time of uncertainty for the miners of Grimley Colliery in South Yorkshire. Their pit is under threat of closure and the colliery band is on the verge of breaking up, their chance of competing nationally a distant dream. Then along comes Gloria, rekindling enthusiasm passion and romance.

Based on a true story, the film, written and directed by York’s Mark Herman, starred Pete Postlewaite,Ewan McGregor, Stephen Tomkinson and Tara Fitzgerald.

Local Brass Bands join the cast live on stage every night.

Brassed Off is adapted for the stage by Paul Allen.
A York Stage Musicals production.
In association with Samuel French Ltd.
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Singin' In The Rain

17th - 21st Sept 2012, Grand Opera House York
Singin' in the Rain is a musical with a book by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, lyrics by Arthur Freed, and music by Nacio Herb Brown.
Adapted from the 1952 movie of the same name, the plot closely adheres to the original. Set in Hollywood in the waning days of the silent screen era, it focuses on romantic lead Don Lockwood, his sidekick Cosmo Brown, aspiring actress Kathy Selden, and Lockwood's leading lady Lina Lamont, whose less-than-dulcet vocal tones make her an unlikely candidate for stardom in talking pictures.
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