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Mikhailovsky - Laurencia Theater Tickets, London Coliseum, London

2010-02-09T15:50:47-00:00

The Mikhailovsky Theatre presents the revival of Vakhtang Chabukiani’s masterpiece Laurencia, based on the play Fuente Ovejuna by Lope de Vega. Chabukiani was one of the first to create a new choreographic language by means of his own particular blend of folk dance and classical ballet. In his ballet to the music by Alexander Krein, Chabukiani asserted the importance of male dance, furthering in particular the notion of the “heroic” style. Laurencia was premiered of 1939 at the Kirov Theatre. Leading parts were performed by Natalia Dudinskaya (Laurencia), Vakhtang Chabukiani (Frondoso) and Tatiana Vecheslova (Pascuala). In 1956 the ballet was staged at the Bolshoi Theatre where Vakhtang Chabukiani partnered Maya Plisetskaya.
In 2010, London will be the first city in the world to witness this historical revival of the famous ballet, after a fifty year absence from stage, in a new full-length production created for the Mikhailovsky by Mikhail Messerer.
Please note: there are no surtitles in this production.

Mikhailovsky - Giselle Theater Tickets, London Coliseum, London

2010-02-09T15:15:26-00:00

The stage life of Giselle wasn't an easy one. After the premiere of 1841 featuring Carlotta Grisi and Lucien Petipa, the ballet was performed in France till 1863, when it disappeared from the repertoire. Giselle was forgotten in its motherland but became a most frequently shown ballet on the Russian stage. In 1842, the ballet was staged in St.Petersburg. At the beginning of the 20th century during the ground-breaking Diaghilev’s Russian Seasons, the French saw their national ballet, faithfully nurtured in Russia.
The Mikhailovsky Theatre’s 2008 production of Giselle by Nikita Dolgushin, a specialist in historical works, managed to amaze both the public and the critics. Dolgushin, a noble Albrecht in his time as a dancer, inspired the creation of the ballet and delicately united dance and pantomime. The choreographer revealed the essence of the romantic ballet: the story of Giselle is told in the language of ballet classicism. Together with Vyacheslav Okunev, who designed the epitome of romantic settings, Dolgushin created a production that was described by a British critic ‘an exemplary Giselle’.
Please note: there are no surtitles in this production.

Mikhailovsky - Swan Lake Theater Tickets, London Coliseum, London

2010-02-09T15:51:33-00:00

Swan Lake is the jewel in the repertoire of the Mikhailovsky Theatre and the highlight of its London season in 2010. This is a revival of the historical Bolshoi Theatre staging in 1956 - an exquisite production with choreography by Alexander Gorsky and Asaf Messerer. The triumphal restaging of this Swan Lake at the Mikhailovsky Theatre in September 2009 was devised by Mikhail Messerer, the company’s ballet master in chief. The epoch of Alexander Gorsky saw the next phase in the evolution of dance following the ballet classicism of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov. The staging boasts the superb sets and costumes by renowned Russian theatre designer of Georgian origin, Simon Virsaladze. The legend of a young prince finding his true love, a swan princess bewitched by an evil genius, offers all the dancers of the company a great opportunity to show their talents.
Please note: there are no surtitles in this production

Mikhailovsky - Cipollino Theater Tickets, London Coliseum, London

2010-02-09T15:15:26-00:00

This ballet enchants you from its very first minute. The harmony of the melodic and ear-catching music by Karen Khachaturian, bright sets and costumes by Valery Leventhal and vivid choreography by Genrikh Mayorov, perfect both for children and for grown-ups, made it a real blockbuster. In London, an extra element is added: specially for the noisy auditorium of chattering youngsters a narrator will deliver the storyline and introduce the characters. The fairy-tale story by Italian author Gianni Rodari tells of the adventures of the Little Onion boy (in Italian, Cipollino), who fights the unjust treatment of his fellow vegetable folk (his little girlfriend Radish, old Mr Pumpkin, handyman Master Grape) by the fruit “aristocracy” (foppish Prince Lemon, martinet Signor Tomato and Countesses Cherries). Even though the ballet was created especially for young people, it never lacks “serious” choreography of classical ballet. The principals of the Mikhailovsky Ballet really enjoy themselves turning from Siegfrieds and Odettes into ‘vegetables’ and ‘fruits’. The rhythms of dance, the portrayal and humour of the characters and the exceptional performances will keep everyone enthralled.
Please note: there are no surtitles in this production

Mikhailovsky - Triple Bill Theater Tickets, London Coliseum, London

2010-02-09T15:15:26-00:00

An exhilarating performance showing the talents of the Mikhailovsky dancers, it was greeted with countless curtain calls and critical appreciation when they made their London debut in July 2008. This season the Triple Bill programme contains Halte de Cavalerie (Cavalry Halt) by Marius Petipa, giving the audience a second chance to see the classic gem created in 1896 to music by Ivan Armsheimer, and a new piece created especially for the Mikhailovsky Ballet by Viacheslav Samodurov to music by Domenico Scarlatti. The Divertissements will crown the programme. They include Asaf Messerer’s thrilling pas de deux Spring Waters to the music of Sergei Rachmaninov, staged by Mikhail Messerer and a pas de deux from the Mikhailovsky’s production of Spartacus choreographed by Georgy Kovtun. It is a great opportunity to see both contemporary and classical ballets performed by true virtuosi.
Please note: there are no surtitles in this production.

Avenue Q Theater Tickets, Wyndham's Theatre, London

2010-02-09T15:15:26-00:00

Avenue Q continues the contagious, fun-filled, frolic-fueled adventure that has captured the hearts of theatre-goers everywhere.

Join the residents of Avenue Q in their new home at the Wyndham's theatre on Charing Cross Road. Described as “Pant Wettingly Funny”, Avenue Q ingeniously combines a cast of humans and puppets who tackle subjects such as dating, racism, internet porn, being gay and finding your purpose in life. Avenue Q is very much the perfect musical for our time.

Don’t delay – book your tickets today!

Cinderella Theater Tickets, Royal Opera House, London

2010-02-09T15:15:26-00:00

The story of Cinderella is one of the best-known fairytales, and Frederick Ashton’s full-length version for The Royal Ballet has all its familiar ingredients. A downtrodden young girl, a glass slipper and a handsome prince combine to make the perfect piece of story-telling, and with a fairy godmother around, anything can happen: pumpkins become coaches, rags turn to ball gowns and there’s bound to be a happy ending. Ashton’s ballet draws together a wealth of wonderfully drawn characters, portrayed against the evocative themes and colours of Prokofiev’s great orchestral score.

This is a mysterious and magical fantasy world, where the comedy of Cinderella’s pantomime step-sisters – unlucky in looks and love – provides the perfect foil for the developing romance of Cinderella and the Prince. Cinderella is a family event full of the magic of not just of the fairy godmother, but of The Royal Ballet too.

Holding the Man Theater Tickets, Trafalgar Studios, London

2010-02-09T15:15:26-00:00

West End Premiere of the multi award winning play from Australia.

'A theatrical triumph' Variety

'Wickedly funny' The Australian

Based on the much loved award winning book by Tim Conigrave, adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Tommy Murphy, Holding the Man is a hilariously funny, tender and moving play following the remarkable true life love story of Tim Conigrave and John Caleo. It is a celebration that speaks across generations, sexual preference and culture.

Recreated for its UK premiere by the original Australian Director David Berthold and Tony Award winning Designer Brian Thomson.

One of Australia's most celebrated comic actors, Jane Turner, from the Australian TV hit Kath and Kim, will be making her West End debut.

The course of teenage love rarely runs smooth, but it is a white-water adventure if you are a gay boy in an all-male school in 1970s Melbourne with a crush on the captain of the football team. Still, despite the odds, Tim and John become close and for fifteen years their relationship survives everything life throws at it – the separations, the discriminations, the temptations, the jealousies and the losses – until the only problem that love can’t solve turns up to part them.

Holding the Man has become one of the most successful Australian stage productions in recent years, breaking box office records, achieving a total of 4 sell out seasons in Sydney, and collecting numerous awards including 2007 NSW Premier's Literary Award for Best Play, the 2007 AWGIE for Best Play and the Philip Parsons Award.

Please note:
The show contains adult themes and strong language.
Holding The Man is for patrons who 15+ years old. It is not recommended for those under 15.

Homage to Nureyev Theater Tickets, London Coliseum, London

2010-02-09T15:15:26-00:00

A Ballet Gala in memory of the legendary ballet star Rudolph Nureyev, celebrating his extraordinary career from Kirov soloist to masterly choreographer. After his defection to the West in 1961, Nureyev became a household name - delighting audiences with his electrifying and daring performances - but he never forgot his roots and did much to revive the Russian tradition. Perhaps the greatest male dancer since Nijinksky, his longstanding partnership with Dame Margot Fonteyn of the Royal Ballet was one of the most famous in the history of dance.

In this special gala concert, Nureyev's dance and choreographic repertoire will be performed by international stars from the Bolshoi, Mariinsky, Royal Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet and Berlin Staatsballet. Among them: Igor Zelensky, Polina Semionova, Yevgenia Obraztsova, Svetlana Zakharova, Andrei Merkuriev, Dmitri Gudanov, Manuel Legris, Gil Roman, Olga Esina, Marianela Nunez, Thiago Soares, Alina Cojocaru, Johan Kobborg, David Makhateli, Roberta Marquez, Dmitri Gruzdyev, Farukh Ruzimatov, Mara Galeazzi, Ivan Putrov, Sarah Lamb, Inaki Urlezaga and others.

Comedy Carnival West End Stand-Up Comedy Tickets, Sound, London

2010-02-09T15:15:26-00:00

The Comedy Carnival in Leicester Square features an outstanding line-up of award-winning comedians every Saturday night. The shows include the very best comedians working in Britain, from as far as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, and the USA.

London’s world famous comedy scene attracts the best international comedy talent, with the Comedy Carnival presenting some of the finest on offer. Acts who have performed at the Comedy Carnival include Russell Brand, Michael McIntyre, Flight of the Conchords, Rhod Gilbert, Lucy Porter, Andy Parsons, Stephen K Amos, Jo Caulfield and Milton Jones to name a few just to name a few!

The Comedy Carnival is hosted at Sound nightclub in Leicester Square. Spread over three floors, Sound is one of London’s premier nightclubs and is open until 3am!

"High-class entertainment you can count on" - Time Out Magazine

If you're looking for a complete night out, the Comedy Carnival Party Packages include reserved seating at the comedy show featuring 4 brilliant comedians, drinks, nightclub entry and the option of great food.

Doors open 7.00pm. Show begins 8.00pm.
You must be over 18 years of age to attend this event. Any person unable to present valid picture identification indicating they are 18 or over will not be admitted to this event and will not receive a refund.

Ticket Types

General Admission:
• General admission to comedy show from 8 - 10pm (Doors 7pm)

Party Package:
• Reserved group seating during the show
• Two complimentary drinks from the bar
• Comedy show from 8 - 10pm (Doors 7pm)
• Nightclub from 10pm - 3am

Big Party Package:
• Minimum 2 people
• Reserved group seating during the show
• Two complimentary drinks from the bar
• Delicious platter meal served from 7.30pm
• Comedy show from 8 - 10pm (Doors 7pm)
• Nightclub entry to Sound from 10pm - 3am