Eastlife Winter 2019

Showtime
This Christmas
Written by Ruby Reed | Instagram @rubymayree
Oh what a wonderful time of year…to catch a show! There’s not a
better way to spend time with loved ones, whilst getting into the
festive spirit. I have rounded up just a selection of what’s available
and if you’re anything like me you won’t be able to pick!
Suffolk
Aladdin, 28 Nov - 1 Feb
New Wolsey Theatre, Civic Drive, Ipswich, IP1 2AS
This one sounds great. There’s a new spin on the original story
so it will keep you guessing, along with a great soundtrack
featuring classics everyone knows such as ‘I’m a Believer’, ‘Papa
Don’t Preach’, ‘ABC’, ‘I Will Survive’ and ‘Highway to Hell!’, each
performed by talented actor and musicians. A humorous and lively
show - don’t let the kids miss out. Dragons, monkeys and genies
included! www.wolseytheatre.co.uk
Peter Pan, 29 Nov - 19 Jan
Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR
Peter and the gang are on an adventure! The quirky classic won’t
disappoint as you follow the children on their travels through the
Neverland. Watch out for that crocodile! www.theatreroyal.org
Photo credit: Nick Warner
Snow White, 12 Dec - 1 Jan
Marina Theatre, The Marina Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 1HH
Beauty, revenge, love, evil and dance, all the right ingredients!
Energetic routines, emotion, fabulous costumes and comedy. The
wicked Queen is waiting… psst…Collabro’s Michael Auger will be
the Prince! www.marinatheatre.co.uk
Sleeping Beauty, 14-30 Dec
Quay Theatre, Quay Lane, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2AN
A beautiful Princess is born, but not everybody is happy about it.
Evil fairies will be evil fairies. and now there’s a spell to be broken!
www.quaysudbury.com
Norfolk
Thursford Christmas Spectacular, 6 Nov – 23 Dec
Thursford Collection, Thursford, Fakenham, NR21 0AS
Prepare to join the largest show in town; 120 participants are
dedicated to making your viewing one to remember. You will
witness non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety.
A constant stream of infectious entertainment with famous chart
toppers performed alongside traditional carols. There won’t be a
dull moment right up to the grand finale of fly over white doves
across the auditorium. An unforgettable experience for all!
www.thursford.com/christmas-spectacular
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