Meet Vy, a talented songwriter looking to make it big in the 1940s Harlem scene. She quickly learns from her uncle Jester that women will never be taken seriously in a man’s world. But, like many a strong hero, she refuses to accept defeat. Through her gender fluid cunning, she meets club owner The Duke and sensational nightclub singer Lady Liv and is swept up in a syncopated symphony of melodies, mistaken identities and romance. Who will come out on top?
Play On! is set in the jazz scene of New York’s Cotton Club. This stylish retelling of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, directed by Talawa’s Artistic Director Michael Buffong (A Kind of People, Royal Court; All My Sons, Talawa and Royal Exchange) fuses the thrilling music of Duke Ellington with street dance choreography. Prepare to be wowed by this musical spectacular that will have your toes tapping and hands clapping along with the timeless soundtrack.
Produced by Talawa Theatre Company and The Belgrade Theatre
Co-produced with Birmingham Hippodrome, Bristol Old Vic, Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and Wiltshire Creative
Price
Tickets from £18
Prices and discounts subject to changeRunning Time
Approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes, including an interval
Age guidance
7+, no under 3s admitted
Performances
CONCESSIONS
We offer a range of discounts and concessions to enable everyone to enjoy an affordable visit to Birmingham Hippodrome.
FRIENDS
£10 off all performances, Price Bands A – D (limited availability)
CONCESSIONS FOR UNDER 18s, 65+, FULL-TIME STUDENTS & CLAIMANTS
£3 off Price Band A, £4 off B – D, all performances (limited availability).
GROUPS
Price band A – D, all performances
6+ tickets – Save £4 per ticket
20+ tickets – Save £5 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket
35+ tickets – Save £6 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket
Call our dedicated Group Sales Team on 0844 338 7000 for more information and to book now!
CLICK HERE for further information on Group Bookings
EDUCATION ESTABLISHMENTS (Under 18)
Thu 7 Nov 1pm
Parties of 10 or more pay £22 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket for teacher/supervising adult for every 10 booked (2 free tickets for SEN bookings). Free ice lolly per ticket (excl. free adult places)
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For school bookings, please call Group Sales on 0844 338 7000* for more information and to book now!
CONCESSIONS FOR PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES
£5 off tickets to all performances
2 for 1 tickets where carer or companion required to all performances
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Discounts and Concessions are offered subject to availability at the discretion of the Information and Sales Manager. Top three price bands only, unless otherwise stated. Restrictions may apply. Only one discount per ticket may apply, unless otherwise stated. Offers are non retrospective and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid ID must be presented where applicable. Additional discounts may be offered from time to time.
We strive to provide access for all
For dates of audio-described, captioned or British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted performances, please see below. These vary from show to show.
If you would like to book for any accessible performance, please make sure you are signed up to our access registration scheme here. Once registered, you will be able to book seats online, see only relevant seats and information based on your needs – plus choose any relevant discounts. If you would prefer not to book online, you can speak to our friendly access advisors on 0121 689 1060.
- BSL Interpreted: Fri 8 Nov, 7.30pm
- Captioned: Wed 6 Nov, 7.30pm
- Audio Described: Sat 9 Nov, 2pm
- Touch Tour: Sat 9 Nov, 1pm. Touch Tours give visually impaired patrons the opportunity to familiarise themselves with the set, props and costumes. Tours must be booked in advance through Ticket Sales.
Concessions for patrons with disabilities
£5 off tickets to all performances
2 for 1 tickets where carer or companion required to all performances
Further information
Information about our access registration scheme here
About our accessible performances here
About our accessible facilities here
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