Tickets from A London Guide

Rain Man Ticket + Hotel packages, Apollo Theatre + Hotel, London

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 12:27:00 GMT

With this exclusive packaged hotel deal you receive ticket(s) to "Rain Man" at the Apollo Theatre and choose your duration at our selection of London hotels.

“I didn’t take Raymond. I took half the money”

When 16 year old Charlie Babbit borrows his dads car, he calls the cops. Determined to make it on his own, Charlie leaves.

When his dad dies, Charlie gets the car and some rose bushes – but not the money. Hot on the trail of the cash Charlie discovers an unknown autistic brother, Raymond with an extraordinary talent for numbers. Intent on saving his business, Charlie takes Raymond on a rollercoaster journey involving Las Vegas, gambling, learning to dance, kissing. Raymond discovers a world beyond the hospital gates and Charlie, the meaning of unconditional love.

Based on Barry Morrow’s original Oscar winning screenplay and re-imagined for the stage by Dan Gordon and director David Grindley, the play examines the nature of love, understanding and connection. Leading the cast in this funny, heart-warming and touching contemporary story is Hollywood movie actor, Josh Hartnett in his West End debut as Charlie and Olivier nominated actor, Adam Godley as Raymond.

Into the Hoods theater tickets, Novello Theatre, London

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:17:16 GMT

FOLLOWING its success at two successive Edinburgh Fringe Festivals, ZooNation’s urban fairytale, Into the Hoods, continues to wow the West End. Buy your tickets now...

From Monday 4th August 2008, body-popping Britain's Got Talent winner GEORGE SAMPSON will take a leading role in this hit hip-hop stage show for a four-week London run.

George said: “This year is getting better and better. Into The Hoods is funky and young and I love the music. I can’t wait to get dancing on that stage.”

Based on Stephen Sondheim’s 1989 musical, Into the Woods, the hip-hop version follows two children who are lost in the hood. An evil landlord befriends them after they have played truant from school and they are offered a room in his tenement block on the condition they work for him.

Reluctantly the children embark on their mission, which leads them to the flats occupied by Spinderella, where they discover gold Adidas trainers; Lil Red, the owner of a bright red hoodie; Rap-on-Zel, the producer of the finest quality long weave in the city; and Jaxx (who lives in the basement), the owner of a white I-pod.

Kate Prince (Strictly Dance Fever) directs and choreographs Into the Hoods which is performed by 19 adults and nine children (three on stage). Many of the professional dancers have worked with celebrities such as Kylie Minogue, Nelly Furtado, Pink, Black Eyed Peas, Beyonce and Snoop Dogg.

ZooNation performs its trademark street dance/theatre style to music from Gorillaz, Massive Attack, Prince, Stevie Wonder, Kanye West, Jay-Z, Janet Jackson, James Brown, Snoop Dogg, Bob Marley, the Chemical Brothers and others.

They have previously appeared on television in Blue Peter, The Late Edition and Popworld; and made live appearances at events like West End Live, the official Olympic Celebration in Trafalgar Square and the opening ceremony for the Tour de France. They also took part in the hip hop festival Breakin’ Convention at Sadler’s Wells.

Prior to each show, a nightly warm-up will be provided by comedy rap poet Mister Gee.
Into the Hoods is presented in the West End by Phil McIntyre and Adam Speers.

Tickets available now.

BBC Good Food Show Birmingham Dining Currency vouchers, The NEC Birmingham, Birmingham

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:58:42 GMT

If you love trying food and dining out then you will adore our fantastic feature - the Dining Experience.

Nine top restaurants will showcase their signature dishes giving you the opportunity to sample some of the region's most outstanding cuisine.

The restaurants participating are - Blenheim House, Deolali, Heathcotes, La Becasse, Liaison, Loch Fyne, Must, Nailcote Hall, Thai Edge.

Our taster-size portions range between 3 and 6 Dining Currency in price. Dining Currency can be purchased in advance or on the day of the show. 1 Dining Currency = £1. Dining Currency is available in units of 5.

Rain Man theater tickets, Apollo Theatre, London

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:02:44 GMT

“I didn’t take Raymond. I took half the money”

When 16 year old Charlie Babbit borrows his dads car, he calls the cops. Determined to make it on his own, Charlie leaves.

When his dad dies, Charlie gets the car and some rose bushes – but not the money. Hot on the trail of the cash Charlie discovers an unknown autistic brother, Raymond with an extraordinary talent for numbers. Intent on saving his business, Charlie takes Raymond on a rollercoaster journey involving Las Vegas, gambling, learning to dance, kissing. Raymond discovers a world beyond the hospital gates and Charlie, the meaning of unconditional love.

Based on Barry Morrow’s original Oscar winning screenplay and re-imagined for the stage by Dan Gordon and director David Grindley, the play examines the nature of love, understanding and connection. Leading the cast in this funny, heart-warming and touching contemporary story is Hollywood movie actor, Josh Hartnett in his West End debut as Charlie and Olivier nominated actor, Adam Godley as Raymond.

Forbidden Broadway Dances With The Stars! theater tickets, 47th Street Theatre, New York

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:20:00 GMT

New York's favorite musical comedy returns with a brand new show - Forbidden Broadway Dances With The Stars!

This special summer edition features past favorites in addition to hilarious new spoofs. Watch us waltz away with Kelli O'Hara in South Pacific, foxtrot with Patti LuPone in Gypsy, and samba around In The Heights - plus Sunday In The Park With George, Grease and more - all in one evening!

Featuring jaw-dropping costumes, hilarious spoofs of Broadway's best songs, and madcap impressions by a stellar cast, Forbidden Broadway is more uproarious than ever before!

Winner! 2008 Drama Desk Award - Best Musical Revue

WINNER! 2008 Broadway.com Audience Award - Favorite Long-Running off-Broadway Show

Running Time:
97 minutes, with one 15 minute intermission

Audience:
May be inappropriate for 7 and under.
Children under 4 are not permitted in theatre

A Tale of Two Cities theater tickets, Al Hirschfeld Theatre, New York

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:10:00 GMT

In the history of fictional literature, Charles Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities is arguably the most famous book title on earth. It is one of the most electrifying love stories ever written told against the backdrop of one of the most terrifying eras in human history. Now one of the greatest stories of all time is a powerful new musical. Set during the French Revolution, it is a musical about injustice, vengeance and the redemptive power of love.

Audience: May be inappropriate for 4 and under.
Children under the age of 4 are not permitted in the theatre.

Waitomo Worm Caves and Rotorua sightseeing tickets, Gray Line New Zealand

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:39:00 GMT

Depart Auckland traveling via the main southern route from the city through small rural townships steeped in early pioneer history. Morning tea will be served by your tour director. Continue through New Zealands largest dairy and sheep farming province, the Waikato, to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. Join your guide on a walking tour through this amazing network of caves. The highlight of your visit will be a gentle boat ride along an underground stream past thousands of glow worms lighting up the cave walls.

A light lunch is served (airline style) as your tour continues to Rotorua.

Upon arrival, well visit the Agrodome, New Zealands premium agricultural attraction. Board a purpose built tractor for a tour around their working farm located nearby. Your guide will tell you everything there is to know about the farming of cattle, deer and sheep and their respective meat and fibre industries in New Zealand. The tour also includes a sheep shearing display in a replica woolshed.

The highlight of the day is a visit to Te Puia, home of New Zealands Maori Arts and Crafts. Your visit will commence with a 40-minute Maori Cultural Performance (*). Highlights include a welcome Powhiri, Haka, Poi Dance and Stick Games. Some members of the audience will be invited to participate in a Haka (Maori War Dance). Following the performance, join a guided tour of Te Puia. Learn the history behind Maori carving, weaving and their pre-European lifestyle. Later, visit the famous Whakarewarewa Geothermal area to see the Pohutu Geyser, boiling mud pools, fumeroles and colorful silica deposits. Youll also have the opportunity to see Kiwi in Te Puias nocturnal Kiwi House.

(*) Note - Maori Cultural Show starts 01 Oct.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Pickup from Hotel
Travel aboard a unique 5 Star Hi Deck coach to Waitomo Glow Worm Caves (Morning Tea Served on board, En Route)
Travel to Rotorua (Lunch Served Airline Style on Board, En Route)
Farm Tour with Guide at Agrodome
Maori Concert at Te Puia (from 01 Oct)
Guided Tour of Te Puia Maori Arts & Crafts and Whakarewarewa Area to View Pohutu Geyser, Boiling Mud and other Geothermal Activity
Evening Snack Served on Board During Return Sector to Auckland

Tour Info:

Times: Daily at 7.30am
Running Time: 1 Day

City Highlights, Rainforest and West Coast Experience sightseeing tickets, Gray Line New Zealand

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:32:00 GMT

An experience of extremes. See Auckland, New Zealands biggest and busiest city, followed by a tour through one of the countrys most beautiful native bush and coastal areas.

The tour begins with a comprehensive 3-hour coach tour of Auckland - New Zealands largest city. Highlights include the Harbour Bridge, Mt Eden, Auckland War Memorial Museum (NZ $5 donation applies - please pay in person), and the Central Business District.

The tour then heads over the Waitakere Ranges, 30 minutes west of Auckland, to a contrasting eco-system of lush rainforests and wild black sand beaches. We visit the Arataki Visitors Centre with panoramic views of the Manukau Harbour and Auckland City. Your experienced guide will take you on a short trek to view magnificent Kauri trees followed by a trek along the beach. Note - comfortable footwear is advised.

EXCLUSIONS:

Lunch
Museum Donation Entry Fee Request (NZ $5 p/p)

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Pick up from Hotel
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Central Business District & Historic Buildings
Expansive Harbour Views
Auckland War Memorial Museum
Afternoon Rain Forest Walk
West Coach Black Sand Beaches

Tour Info:

Times: Daily at 9.15am
Running Time: 8 hrs

City Highlights Afternoon sightseeing tickets, Gray Line New Zealand

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:19:00 GMT

Lunch
Museum entry donation request (NZ $5 p/p)

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Pick up from Hotel
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Central Business District & Historic Buildings
Expansive Harbour Views
Parnells Boutique Shopping Area
Auckland War Memorial Museum

Tour Info:

Times: Daily at 2pm
Running Time: 3 hrs

City Highlights and Maori Concert sightseeing tickets, Gray Line New Zealand

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:22:00 GMT

Departing from Downtown Auckland your tour takes you along Queen Street, the "Golden Mile" of Aucklands business and shopping district. Many of the early buildings dating back to the 1880s remain today in amongst the modern high rise buildings of today. Drive past NZs largest University before traveling over Aucklands Harbour Bridge to gain expansive views of the Waitemata Harbour, Boat Marinas and City Skyline. The city has 48 extinct Volcanic sites, many of which can be seen as we make our way through the domain, parks and garden areas.

Visit Aucklands War Memorial Museum to view fascinating exhibits of the Natural, Maori and early European history of New Zealand before continuing your tour through residential areas gaining an insight into where how and why Aucklanders enjoy living in their city. Included at the Museum, is a compelling 30-minute Maori Cultural Performance, offering visitors an insight into Maori mythology, genealogy and spirituality by highly trained and passionate performers.

The tour continues, passing through some of Aucklands most exclusive suburbs before returning to the central city through Mission Bay and Tamaki Drives along the Citys picturesque waterfront.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Pick up from Hotel
Auckland Harbour Bridge
Central Business District & Historic Buildings
Expansive Harbour Views
Auckland War Memorial Museum
Maori Cultural Performance

Tour Info:

Times: Daily at 9.15am

Running Time: 3 hrs