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Bolton Octagon has revealed an exciting line up for its autumn/winter programme bringing comedy, family fun and classics to the venue. And there will also be a special night marking the 40th anniversary of one of sport's greatest moments. The season opens with Noël Coward’s timeless comedy, Private Lives in September directed by the Royal Theatrical Support Trust's award-winner, Tanuja Amarasuriya.
Private Lives Set against the backdrop of 1930s' glamour, this comedy of manners promises a hilarious and shocking adaptation filled with razor-sharp wit, sizzling chemistry and timeless sophistication. Snake in the Grass This is followed in October by a gripping production of Alan Ayckbourn’s masterful dark comedy, Snake in the Grass in a co-production with Theatr Clwyd. As has been previously announced, the Christmas season will see the Octagon present a joyful musical stage adaptation of the favourite Dickensian classic, A Christmas Carol which runs from November 13 until January 10.
A Christmas Carol The musical is adapted for the stage by Kate Ferguson and Susannah Pearce, writers of previous Octagon productions Around the World in 80 Days and Treasure Island. Macbeth In March next year, former Octagon artistic director Mark Babych will be returning to Bolton with a powerful and chilling new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth. This is a co-production with Derby Theatre and Hull Truck Theatre.
Mark is currently Hull Truck's artistic director. King Arthur Other theatre highlights include Le Navet Bete (writers of Dracula: The Bloody Truth) presenting an hilarious re-telling of the Arthurian legend in King Arthur and the John Godber Company returning to the Octagon with a brand-new comedy, Black Tie Ball. The Octagon will present its first ever Awaaz Festival on Sunday, June 29 showcasing and celebrating the finest South Asian arts and culture.
There will be a number of one-off shows to enjoy including Hi-de-Hi legend Su Pollard bringing her one-woman show to Bolton and tributes to Motown and Diana Ross. Snooker legends Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor will relive their epic world championship final from 1985 which kept more than 20 million TV viewers enthralled hosted by John Virgo on Sunday, November 2. The Octagon’s annual Family Festival will also make a welcome return this summer and there will be a number of shows and events for children.
Octagon Artistic Director, Lotte Wakeham said: “I am delighted to share details of our new season with audiences, and hope they are as excited as we are by this upcoming programme. "The Octagon has always been a home for incredible emerging talent, and I’m thrilled that we’re kicking off the autumn season with a brand new production of Private Lives, directed by Tanuja Amarasuriya, winner of the prestigious Sir Peter Hall Award, supported by the Royal Theatrical Support Trust. "We then have a stellar selection of productions from some of the world’s most iconic playwrights, including Alan Ayckbourn and William Shakespeare.
“In addition, over the next few months we’ll have a wide selection of entertainment from some of the best touring productions from across the country, including live music , comedy, variety and family fun. We can’t wait for you to join us.” Tickets for the new season go on general sale from 11am tomorrow.
For full details, visit www.octagonbolton.co.
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