Current Productions Playing in the Main Auditorium and Studio Theatre

Sunday 26th October 2003 - 4pm & 7.30pm

HOLLYWOOD PARTY

with the Piccadilly Dance Orchestra

Narrated by BBC Radio 2 presenter, MALCOLM LAYCOCK

From London's Savoy Hotel, the world famous Piccadilly Dance Orchestra and its three vocalists bring to the KMT jazz, swing and dance band classics from the movie musical era. Played and sung with style, humour and impeccable musicianship, the evening is expertly narrated by Malcolm Laycock.

Tickets: Ł11.50 (Club Members Ł10.50)

Thursday 30th October - Saturday 1st November 2003

7.45pm (Saturday Matinee 3pm)

THE MERRY WIDOW

All you need do is mention the name Franz Lehar, or the song "Velia", or just hum the tune of the "Merry Widow Waltz" - and suddenly all the images are there: the glamour, the elegance, the opulence of Old Vienna. This is one of the all-time favourite operettas and, if it runs true to usual KMT form, it is likely to sell out before you can down a glass of sparkling champagne. Be sure to book early!

A Redbridge Musical Guild/New Decade Production
Tickets: See MUSICAL Prices & Special 'Two for One' Offer

Thursday 6th - Saturday 9th November 2003

7.30pm (Saturday Matinee 3pm)

THE NUTCRACKER BALLET

It's a magical Christmas when little Clara dreams that her toys come to life. There are mysterious spells, a fearsome battle between rats and toy soldiers, a nutcracker turning into a handsome prince, and dances from Arabia, China, Spain and Russia. The music is by Tchaikovsky, the choreography by Stanislav Tchassov and the result is a sparkling celebration of dance, magic and childhood.

A European Ballet Production

Tickets: All seats Ł14 (Club Members Ł13)
Children and Senior Citizens Ł9.50

Sunday 9th November 2003 - 7.30pm

THE COTTON CLUB REVUE

Harry Strutter's Hot Rhythm Orchestra, Tony Jacobs - former featured vocalist with Syd Lawrence - and Europe's finest jazz dance company, the Jiving Lindy Hoppers, present the hot dance band music, the songs and the action-packed dances of the famous Cotton Club from the 1920s and 1930s "Charleston" era.

Tickets: Ł11.50 (Concessions Ł10.50)

Thursday 13th to Saturday 15th November 2003

8.00pm (Saturday Matinee 3pm)

JAKE'S WOMEN

Neil Simon's recent plays have moved a long way from his earlier gag-driven comedies like "The Odd Couple". This latest play still contains a series of hilarious one-liners, but there is a core of truth underneath. Jake is a gag-writer for TV and is so engrossed in his fantasy life that he has trouble sorting out his true personality and his crumbling marriage. The parade of women in his real and fantasy life is very funny and oddly touching.

A WOADS Production

Tickets: See PLAY Prices

Sunday 16th November 2003 at 7.45pm

BIG BAND BRASS

Fairlop Brass Band are again presenting an evening dedicated to the Big Band era. Also appearing will be special guest Alan Morrison, principal cornet with Brighouse & Rastrick Band who is also one of the finest exponents of the Big Band trumpet style. This promises to be a lively evening of well known numbers including "Mack the Knife", "Hello Dolly' and many other favourites. Last time round this was a sell out, so be sure to book early.

Tickets: Ł7 (Club Members Ł5.50)

Wednesday 19th - Saturday 22nd November 2003

7.45pm (Saturday Matinee 3pm)

ME AND MY GIRL

A Lambeth costermonger unexpectedly inherits an Earl's fortune, but as a condition, must marry somebody approved by his newfound stuffy relatives. Events take an unexpected turn, however, when his long-established girlfriend Sally arrives on the scene. Chaos, comedy and a big dollop of cockney charisma naturally ensue. This classic British musical comedy, recently updated by Stephen Fry, needs no further introduction. Featuring songs including "The Sun Has Got His Hat On", "Leaning on a Lamppost" , "Lambeth Walk", and of course the title song, "Me And My Girl" - this is a show that will warm the cockles of even the coldest of hearts!

An IODS Production

Tickets: See MUSICAL Prices & Special 'Two for One' Offer

Sunday 23rd November 2003 at 4pm & 7.30pm

HOLD TIGHT IT'S 60's NIGHT

Grab your mini-skirts and mod suits as this updated "Hold Tight" hits the KMT! A cast of ten fab singers and musicians reproduce the golden hit highlights of the swinging decade. Host DJ, Captain Midnight, will guide us through a mammoth selection from top 60s legends, The Beatles, Dusty Springfield, Tom Jones, Cilla Black, The Supremes, Lulu, The Monkees, Tina Turner, The Kinks, The Moody Blues, Otis Redding and many, many more!

Tickets: Ł11 (Club Members Ł9.75)

Thursday 27th - Saturday 29th November 2003

8.00pm (Saturday Matinee 3pm)

THEFT

Imagine returning from a pleasant anniversary celebration with your oldest friends to find that your house has been burgled. Imagine that the burglar is still in the house and has convinced you that he is, in fact, a policeman investigating the break in. Or is he? Originally starring George Cole as Spriggs the burglar, Eric Chappell's witty comedy thriller is a tongue-in-cheek delight, packed with many sharp comments on marriage money and crime. An evening's entertainment not to be missed.

A Vortex Theatre Company Production

Tickets: See PLAY Prices

Sunday 30th November 2003 at 8pm

CHRISTMAS CRACKERS

Many years ago "Christmas Crackers" was eagerly anticipated as the Theatre Club's annual Christmas party. Because of the technical demands of pantomime preparations we had to drop this regular date on the Sunday before the pantomime opened. But the evening is back! A little earlier than usual - but the same format: the theatre staff and volunteers (together with a few guests) will entertain you for an hour or so with songs, comedy items and bits and pieces with a "Christmassy" feel - and then everyone will get together over a drink and a mince pie or two. The ideal way to start celebrating the festive season.

A Kenneth More Theatre Club Event.

Tickets: Ł7

Thursday 4th - Saturday 6th December 2003

8.00pm (Saturday Matinee 3pm)

CAUGHT IN THE NET

This is the long-awaited follow up to Ray Cooney's classic comedy hit "Run For Your Wife". For 20 years John Smith, taxi driver, has been blissfully married to Mary. And for 18 years he has been blissfully married to Barbara. Well, yes - he's a bigamist! And he has got away with it for 18 years. But, then. . . John & Mary's teenage daughter and John & Barbara's teenage son accidentally log onto each other on the Internet. To their amazement their fathers appear to have rather a lot in common. They've got to meet. . .! Recently released from the West End and for the first time ever at the KMT, join us for a riot of laughter.

A Redbridge Stage Company Production

Tickets: See PLAY Prices

Thursday 11th - Saturday 13th December 2003

7.30pm (Saturday Matinee 3pm)

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE

Long before Harry Potter a group of children discovered another world of magic through a wardrobe door. Discover again the land of Narnia in this magical musical stage version of the much loved and classic tale. Journey with Lucy, Peter, Susan and Edmund as they meet mythical creatures and join the ultimate battle for good over evil. Sideshow are thrilled to bring this highly acclaimed Royal Shakespeare Company adaptation to the KMT for the very first time. The perfect Christmas treat for the young and young at heart.

A SideShow Theatre Company Production

Tickets: Ł10.50; Children and Senior Citizens Ł9.00

18th December 2003 - 14th February 2004

The 29th Annual KMT Pantomime

TICKETS NOW ON SALE

Almost Sold Out!

Further Details

Please note: The Cowan Studio Theatre is on the first floor and has no disabled access.

Thursday 6th - Saturday 9th November 2003 at 7.45pm

A Double Bill by Anton Chekhov

The Swan Song:

Svetlovidov an aging comic actor stumbles out onto the boards and realizes he has fallen asleep in his dressing room and now the stage is empty, the show over, and the audience long gone. Once a great artist, but now a confirmed drunk, Svetlovidov looks death in the face and gives his greatest performance as he reminiscences about his life and discovers the past and present somehow remain intact- but only on the stage.

On The Harmful Effects of Tobacco:

A peculiar and lone schoolteacher, who is simply "the husband of his wife", appears in the local town to give a lecture on The Harmful Effect of Tobacco, a topic he actually knows nothing about but is required to speak on, as it was chosen for him by his fastidious and overbearing employer--his wife. He begins to stray from his given topic and recounts to the audience, very enthusiastically, many of his wife's less positive qualities, including her sharp tongue, mean spirit, and stingy disposition....

Tickets Ł4.50 (Concessions Ł3.50)

Wednesday 19th - Saturday 22nd November 2003 at 8pm

FIVE KINDS OF SILENCE

Billy rules his family with a rod of iron until one day they strike back; but, even then, are they rid of him? Shelagh Stephenson's play looks at the effects of abuse.

Please note: this play is NOT suitable for children.

A Wanstead Players Production

Tickets Ł4.50 (Concessions Ł3.50)

Thursday 27th - Saturday 29th November 2003

at 8.15pm

The Farndale Avenue Townswomens' Guild Amateur Dramatic Society's Production of
A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Another in the hilarious, madcap series of "Farndale Avenue TWG" productions - this one with a definite Christmas theme.

A Palmerstone Stage School Production

Tickets Ł4.50 (Concessions Ł3.50)