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Fri 5th October at 8:00pm |
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Warmly received at the Rondo last year, Francis Butt returns with Knud Stüwe (guitar), Henry Shaftoe (drums) and Lizzie Steward (bass) for an evening of heart-warming, foot-tapping, hip-wiggling, Anglo-Brazilian jazz. A show not to be missed! |
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Sat 6th October at 8:00pm |
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The veteran stand-up, certifiable comedy legend and Red Dwarf star returns for his latest show. Norman says: “If you only go to one show this year, don't bother coming to mine you tight gits! Seriously, it'll be funny!” “exquisite stand-up comedy” - The Guardian “a natural-born comic” - Edinburgh Evening News plus special guest Andrew O'Neill |
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Wed 10th October to Sat 13th October at 7:30pm |
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The hedonistic lifestyle of Max, a charming conman, and his lover, Rudy, a dancer, in 1930s Berlin is shattered by Hitler's rise to power. Witnesses to murder, they go on the run with terrible consequences. Yet it is amidst the horror of Dachau that Max finds his true self and the power of love. This tragic story has a message of hope for everyone. Nominated for a Tony Award, Martin Sherman?s stunning script is one of the best plays of the last thirty years. |
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Wed 17th October at 2:30pm |
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Varied fascinating menu of delightful items from the talented musicians of Prior Park College - expect some dazzling solos, and music for all tastes from baroque to jazz, singers, choirs and players aged 11-18. Back by popular request. |
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Thu 18th October at 8:00pm |
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Nancy Kerr and James Fagan are a well-loved duo with an international following. Nancy's earthy and exquisite fiddle and viola dances with the rhythmic texture of James' flat back bouzouki, while their rich singing both as soloists and in harmony evokes the stories of the songs they choose and write. Energy and warmth makes them an un-missable and welcome return to The Rondo. |
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Fri 19th October at 8:00pm |
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Award-winning performer David Benson brings classic ghost stories to spine-chilling life in this spooky show for all the family. What are ghosts anyway? And has anyone seen one in this theatre? Sceptic or not, you'll think you have by the end of this deeply creepy show. Benson fills the stage with brilliant enactments of stories, including a tale about his grandfather's ghost sightings together with new versions of classic spine-chillers. “David Benson's Haunted Stage will delight believers and sceptics alike” - Edinburgh Evening News |
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Sat 20th October at 8:00pm |
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Join us for a sparkling evening of fun and frolics celebrating the Comic Song. From the first Savoy Operas of the 1870s comedy was king and the jovial genius of G & S, Noel Coward, Joyce Grenfell, Flanders and Swann, Jake Thackray, Victoria Wood, old uncle Tom Lehrer and all is brought to life by the scintillating voice of Hilary Spencer and the magical guitar of Grant Baynham who together are QuickSilver. “Laugh a minute in a century of song.” - Coventry Telegraph |
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Thu 25th October to Sat 27th October at 8:00pm |
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This bold and quirky take on the legend of Doctor Faustus looks at choices, lies, consequences and the lengths people go to conceal the truth. Brittle Secrets is a modern tragedy. Using original text, visual storytelling, physical theatre and live music, this unique all-female show is a gripping medley of fantasy, magic and gritty reality. Brittle Secrets is a sensual, bewitching, dark and funny fairy-tale for the 21st Century. |
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| Tickets: £8.50, Concessions £7.00 | Physical Theatre | |||||
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| By Graham Holliday | ||||||
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Wed 31st October, Thu 1st November to Sat 3rd November at 7:30pm |
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This witty, humorous play tells how, when the Shelisfoot Thespians' planned production is cancelled, Michael's ambition to direct 'Macbeth' is realised. However he soon discovers that the theatrical jinx associated with Shakespeare's masterpiece transcends the professional stage and problems abound. Despite hitches he is determined' to overcome the shortfall of men, delicate backstage relationships and the wiles of the scheming society Diva. The show must go on! |
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| Tickets: £7.50, Concessions £6.00 | Comedy | |||||
The Rondo Theatre is supported by Bath and North East Somerset Council.
