T1796496253London 1940...The Blackout... a siren sounds... New Adventures' production of Cinderella is a thrilling and evocative journey through London during the Second World War. Matthew Bourne's interpretation of Prokofiev's haunting score has, at its heart, a true wartime romance. A chance meeting results in a magical night for Cinderella and her dashing young RAF pilot, together just long enough to fall in love before being parted by the horrors of the Blitz. First seen in the West End in 1997.Company New Adventures. Choreographer Matthew Bourne. Director Matthew Bourne. Director Etta Murfitt (associate director). Design Liz Brotherston. Costume Lez Brotherston. Lighting Neil Austin. Sound Paul Groothius. | |
| 19 Jun 18 to 23 Jun 18 | New Victoria Theatre, Woking :: V709 listing details L776562218 |
| 12 Jun 18 to 16 Jun 18 | King's Theatre, Glasgow :: V613 listing details L01930342867 |
| 5 Jun 18 to 9 Jun 18 | Festival Theatre, Edinburgh :: V600 listing details L1346700774 |
| 22 May 18 to 26 May 18 | Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury :: V674 listing details L01891669607 |
| 15 May 18 to 20 May 18 | Sheffield Theatres, Sheffield :: V962 listing details L01335564552 |
| 8 May 18 to 12 May 18 | Alhambra Theatre, Bradford :: V965 listing details L01041843149 |
| 1 May 18 to 5 May 18 | New Wimbledon Theatre, Outer London :: V341 listing details L2035332858 |
| 17 Apr 18 to 23 Apr 18 | Theatre Royal, Newcastle upon Tyne :: V570 listing details L1976031841 |
| 10 Apr 18 to 14 Apr 18 | Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool :: V534 listing details L01354643232 |
| 3 Apr 18 to 7 Apr 18 | Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff :: V1984858935 listing details L1405136442 |
| 27 Mar 18 to 31 Mar 18 | Mayflower Theatre, Southampton :: V774 listing details L416291773 |
| 20 Mar 18 to 24 Mar 18 | Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol :: V856 listing details L1353969308 |
| 13 Mar 18 to 18 Mar 18 | The Lowry, Salford :: V0655996499 listing details L1682000591 |
| 6 Mar 18 to 10 Mar 18 | Theatre Royal, Nottingham :: V462 listing details L441334828 |
| 27 Feb 18 to 3 Mar 18 | Theatre Royal, Norwich :: V72 listing details L0951870352 |
| 13 Feb 18 to 17 Feb 18 | Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes :: V754 listing details L673565191 |
| 6 Feb 18 to 10 Feb 18 | Birmingham Hippodrome, Birmingham :: V145 listing details L1066919449 |
| 30 Jan 18 to 3 Feb 18 | Theatre Royal Plymouth, Plymouth :: V895 listing details L01988154569 |
| 9 Dec 17 to 28 Jan 18 | Sadler's Wells Theatre, Inner London :: V224 listing details L084602132 |
T1923342128London 1940...The Blackout... a siren sounds... New Adventures' new production of Cinderella is a thrilling and evocative journey through London during the Second World War. Matthew Bourne's interpretation of Prokofiev's haunting score has, at its heart, a true wartime romance. A chance meeting results in a magical night for Cinderella and her dashing young RAF pilot, together just long enough to fall in love before being parted by the horrors of the Blitz. First seen in the West End in 1997, but now completely revised, this brand new production is created to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the London Blitz. It features design by Lez Brotherston who won an Olivier award for his original designs, and new lighting designs by Neil Austin. Cinderella will be performed in Surround Sound, designed by Paul Groothuis. Featuring a specially commissioned new recording of the score, New Adventures will create a cinematic experience, taking the audience into the heart of Prokofiev’s magnificent music and the sound world of war-torn London. Cinderella is both a tribute and a testament to the spirit of London during a time when every second counted and lives were changed forever. Bourne's vivid storytelling has never been more heart-stopping and touching, creating a unique and unforgettable depiction of a familiar and beloved fable. Running time: 2hrs 20mins (includes 2 intervals)Company New Adventures. Choreographer Matthew Bourne. Director Matthew Bourne. Director Etta Murfitt (associate director). Design Liz Brotherston. Costume Lez Brotherston. Lighting Neil Austin. Sound Paul Groothius. | |
| 17 May 11 to 21 May 11 | Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol :: V856 listing details L0261405872 |
| 10 May 11 to 14 May 11 | New Theatre, Oxford :: V802 listing details L1812781490 |
| 3 May 11 to 7 May 11 | New Wimbledon Theatre, Outer London :: V341 listing details L865607880 |
| 26 Apr 11 to 30 Apr 11 | Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool :: V534 listing details L0188166260 |
| 22 Mar 11 to 26 Mar 11 | Theatre Royal, Norwich :: V72 listing details L01873440195 |
| 8 Mar 11 to 12 Mar 11 | Alhambra Theatre, Bradford :: V965 listing details L02121142985 |
| 1 Mar 11 to 5 Mar 11 | New Victoria Theatre, Woking :: V709 listing details L208439548 |
| 22 Feb 11 to 26 Feb 11 | Milton Keynes Theatre, Milton Keynes :: V754 listing details L2105062945 |
| 15 Feb 11 to 19 Feb 11 | Birmingham Hippodrome, Birmingham :: V145 listing details L01713470816 |
| 8 Feb 11 to 13 Feb 11 | Theatre Royal, Newcastle upon Tyne :: V570 listing details L152401787 |
| 1 Feb 11 to 5 Feb 11 | Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent :: V124 listing details L694905762 |
| 1 Feb 11 to 5 Feb 11 | Victoria Hall, Stoke-on-Trent :: V169339333 listing details L0445284445 |
| 25 Jan 11 to 29 Jan 11 | Theatre Royal, Nottingham :: V462 listing details L01673762796 |
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| 30 Nov 10 to 23 Jan 11 | Sadler's Wells Theatre, Inner London :: V224 listing details L216356805 |
