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Kipps: The New Half A Sixpence Musical

  • 15-18 May 2024
  • The Hexagon, Reading
  • £14 - £25
A feel good musical with songs such as Pick Out a Simple Tune, Flash Bang Wallop and of course Half a Sixpence.
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Flash, Bang, Wallop! What a musical! The award-winning company, The Sainsbury Singers, by arrangement with Cameron Mackintosh, presents ‘Kipps: The New Half a Sixpence Musical’ — a fresh, fun and energetic romp set against the backdrop of a turn-of-the-century seaside town.

In a timeless story of money, class and love, we meet Arthur Kipps, an orphan and over-worked draper’s assistant at Shalford’s Bazaar in Folkestone in the early 1900s. He is a charming but ordinary young man who, along with his fellow apprentices, dreams of a better and more fulfilling life. When he unexpectedly inherits a fortune that propels him into high society, it confuses everything he thought he knew.

As well as delivering classic numbers from the original stage show, Kipps revisits H.G. Wells’ semi-autobiographical novel to refresh the story for a modern-day audience and highlight some of the important social changes going on at the time.

The result is an infectious, joyous journey, filled with musical favourites such as If the Rain’s Got To Fall and the riotous Flash, Bang, Wallop as well as new, boardwalk-tapping numbers. A timeless yet contemporary production perfect for all the family and guaranteed to leave you smiling all the way home.

Secure your seats at a great price!

  • 4 for 3 on opening night
  • 10% off for groups of 10 or more
  • Concession pricing for Under 16/Student/60+
  • Under 14s discounted rate

For custom group and corporate packages, email tickets@sainsburysingers.org.uk

* only one discount per booking, cheapest discount will be automatically applied.

Performances

Tickets:
• Last few remaining
• Limited availability
• Best availability

Venue

The Hexagon
Queen Walk, Reading RG1 7QF
Box Office 0118 960 6060

Show credits

Based on the H.G. Wells novel “KIPPS: The Story of a Simple Soul” and the original musical by Beverley Cross and David Heneker. Original Songs by David Heneker. Book by Julian Fellowes. New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe. Orchestrations by William David Brohn. Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh.
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.co.uk

Join The Sainsbury Singers!

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or new to the stage, we welcome everyone to come along and see what’s involved. There are plenty of opportunities to participate behind the scenes too — helping with props, costumes, makeup, or joining our backstage crew.
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To find out more about our production of KIPPS, please contact us.
You can see more information about past shows here.

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Based on the H.G. Wells novel “KIPPS: The Story of a Simple Soul” and the original musical by Beverley Cross and David Heneker. Original Songs by David Heneker. Book by Julian Fellowes. New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe. Orchestrations by William David Brohn. Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh. This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International. All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.co.uk
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The Addams Family - Musical Comedy

  • 25-28 October 2023
  • Queen Anne’s Performing Arts Centre
  • £19 - £22

A heart-warming musical tale of love, friendship and family… with a unique twist!

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Get ready to snap your fingers and join in the fun with the quirky Addams Family as they come to Reading in a sensational musical comedy presented by the NODA award-winning musical theatre society, The Sainsbury Singers.

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and has a shocking secret that only Gomez knows. She’s fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family. With his cherished Morticia in the dark, will Gomez manage to keep his daughter’s secret until the two families meet for a fateful dinner with hilarious consequences?

Join them, plus Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley and more for a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship… with a twist!

The Addams Family, a TONY-nominated production by the writers of Jersey Boys, features an extraordinary score and captivating live band, ensuring entertainment for all ages —from 12 to 312.

Performances

Tickets:
• Last few remaining
• Limited availability
• Best availability

Venue

Queen Anne’s Performing Arts Centre
Henley Road, Caversham
Reading, Berkshire RG4 6DX

  • Free parking on site
  • Drinks and snacks available
  • Hot drinks served

Special offers

NO BOOKING FEES!

  • 4 for 3 on opening night
  • 10% off for groups of 10 or more
  • £3 off for concessions (Under 18/Student/65+)
For custom group and corporate packages, email tickets@sainsburysingers.org.uk

Book by MARSHALL BRICKMAN and RICK ELICE
Music and Lyrics by ANDREW LIPPA
Based on Characters created by Charles Addams

Originally produced on Broadway by Stuart Oken, Roy Furman, Michael Leavitt, Five Cent Productions, Stephen Schuler, Decca Theatricals, Scott M. Delman, Stuart Ditsky, Terry Allen Kramer, Stephanie P. McClelland, James L. Nederlander, Eva Price, Jam Theatricals/Mary LuRoffe, Pittsburgh CLO/Gutterman-Swinsky, Vivek Tiwary/Gary Kaplan, The Weinstein Company/Clarence, LLC, Adam Zotovich/Tribe Theatricals.

By special arrangement with Elephant Eye Theatrical.

“THE ADDAMS FAMILY” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorised performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), www.theatricalrights.co.uk

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The Addams Family Musical Comedy - October 2023 - Reading, UK

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Queen Anne's Performing Arts Centre

Wed 25 to Sat 28 October 2023

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Get ready to snap your fingers and join in the fun with the quirky Addams Family as they come to Reading in a sensational musical comedy presented by the NODA award-winning musical theatre society, The Sainsbury Singers.

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and has a shocking secret that only Gomez knows. She’s fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family. With his cherished Morticia in the dark, will Gomez manage to keep his daughter’s secret until the two families meet for a fateful dinner with hilarious consequences?

Join them, plus Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley and more for a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship… with a twist!

The Addams Family, a TONY-nominated production by the writers of Jersey Boys, features an extraordinary score and captivating live band, ensuring entertainment for all ages —from 12 to 312.

🕷️ BOOK EARLY AND SAVE 20% 🕷️

Use promo code “SPOOKY” at the checkout before 31st July 2023 and enjoy an early bird discount.

'The Addams Family - Musical Comedy' NOW BOOKING:

Prices: £22 adult, £19 concessions.

NO BOOKING FEES!

For custom group and corporate packages, email tickets@sainsburysingers.org.uk.

Ways to save…

4 for 3 on opening night
10% off for groups of 10 or more
Early bird* bookings save 20% with code “SPOOKY”
£3 off for concessions (Under 18/Student/65+)

Wednesday

7:30PM

Thursday

7:30PM

Friday

7:30PM

Saturday

2:30PM

Saturday

7:30PM

Recommended for audiences 12+

Finding us...

The theatre is located just outside Reading Town Centre on Henley Road in Caversham, just a five minute taxi ride from Reading Station. Free parking available at the venue.

Queen Anne’s Performing Arts Centre
Henley Road, Caversham
Reading, Berkshire
RG4 6DX

Join The Sainsbury Singers!

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or new to the stage, we welcome everyone to come along and see what’s involved. There are plenty of opportunities to participate behind the scenes too — helping with props, costumes, makeup, or joining our backstage crew.
Learn More

The Addams Family is a musical comedy with music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa and book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice.

The show is based upon The Addams Family characters created by Charles Addams in his single-panel gag cartoons, which depict a ghoulish American family with an affinity for all things macabre.

Although numerous film and television adaptations of Addams’ cartoons exist, the musical is the first stage show based on the characters.

The UK premiere of The Addams Family was announced on 5 September 2016 and opened at the Edinburgh Festival Theatre in Edinburgh in April 2017 before embarking on a major UK tour.

*Early bird offer expires 31 July 2023. THE ADDAMS FAMILY is presented through special arrangement with and all authorised performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 122-124 Regent Street, 5th floor, London W1B 5SA. www.theatricalrights.co.uk

To find out more about our production of The Addams Family, please contact us.
You can see more information about past shows here.

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From the creators of Mary Poppins comes this musical rendition of the famous local story ‘The Wind In The Willows’.

Based on the novel by Kenneth Grahame, the musical is written by Julian Fellowes (Downton Abbey), with music and lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe (Honk!, Mary Poppins, Half a Sixpence).

Packed full of toe tapping tunes and plenty of humour, this is a feel-good show you won’t want to miss.

Keep an eye on our website and social media pages for more details for this spectacular, family friendly production.

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Book Your Tickets for The Wind In The Willows!

Prices: £25 adult, £22 for students, £14.50 for Under 16s, all include booking fee.
Tickets 4 for 3 on Wednesday and 10% group discount for 10+

 All performances are at The Hexagon Theatre, Reading. 

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Group tickets now available

Visit the website to book and save 10% on ticket prices for groups of 8 or more, or you can download our excel calculator to see the discounts available for school or youth  groups. Just fill it in and send it to our bookings co-ordinator via tickets@sainsburysingers.org.uk to make a large group booking, or to ask any questions

The Hexagon Theatre, Reading

The Hexagon Theatre is located in Reading Town Centre within easy walking distance of the train station, many Reading bus routes and multiple parking locations. There is parking available at the venue via the Broad Street Mall Car Park.

The Hexagon Theatre

Queen’s Walk

Reading

Berkshire

RG1 7UA 

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To find out more about The Wind In The Willows, please contact us. You can see more information about past shows here. 

Made in Dagenham
Made in Dagenham

Inspired by a true story and based on the hit movie, Made in Dagenham is the uplifting British musical comedy about friendship, love and the importance of fighting for what is right.

Essex 1968. Like millions of other working women, each morning Rita O’Grady is just trying to get her husband out of bed, get the kids off to school and get to work at the factory on time. But life is about to change forever when it’s announced that the girls in the stitching room of Ford’s Dagenham car plant will have their pay grade dropped to ‘unskilled’. Quickly drawing on a strength she never knew she had, Rita leads her friends in a battle against the might of Ford and the corruption of the Union supposed to protect them. As the girls’ inspiring journey gets bigger than anyone could have imagined, the pressure is too much for some, but can Rita keep up the fight and the happy home she’s worked so hard for?

Made in Dagenham contains strong language and adult themes.

Book tickets for Made in Dagenham!

Prices: £22 adult, £19 concessions including booking fee. Tickets 4 for 3 on Tuesday and 10% group discount for 10+

 All performances are at Leighton Park Theatre, Reading. 

Made in Dagenham

Meet the cast

Made in Dagenham is performed by the NODA award winning musical theatre group, The Sainsbury Singers. Based in Reading, the group has put on high quality shows including Chess, Sweeney Todd, Guys and Dolls and Little Shop of Horrors. 

Performing in venues including The Hexagon Reading, The Oakwood Centre, Woodley and Leighton Park Theatre, the group has performed to thousands of people, gaining an excellent reputation in Reading and beyond.

Leighton Park Theatre, Reading

Leighton Park Theatre is located at Leighton Park school, Reading. There is free parking at the venue and it is close to the number 21 Reading bus route.

Leighton Park Theatre,

Leighton Park School

Shinfield Road

Reading

RG2 7DE

Please use the Shinfield Road entrance. 

Book your tickets

If you would like to find out more about Made in Dagenham, please contact us. You can see more information about past shows here. 

Made in Dagenham
Book your tickets
Made in Dagenham

Inspired by a true story and based on the hit movie, Made in Dagenham is the uplifting British musical comedy about friendship, love and the importance of fighting for what is right.

Essex 1968. Like millions of other working women, each morning Rita O’Grady is just trying to get her husband out of bed, get the kids off to school and get to work at the factory on time. But life is about to change forever when it’s announced that the girls in the stitching room of Ford’s Dagenham car plant will have their pay grade dropped to ‘unskilled’. Quickly drawing on a strength she never knew she had, Rita leads her friends in a battle against the might of Ford and the corruption of the Union supposed to protect them. As the girls’ inspiring journey gets bigger than anyone could have imagined, the pressure is too much for some, but can Rita keep up the fight and the happy home she’s worked so hard for?

Made in Dagenham contains strong language and adult themes.

Book tickets for Made in Dagenham!

Prices: £22 adult, £19 concessions including booking fee. Tickets 4 for 3 on Tuesday and 10% group discount for 10+

 All performances are at Leighton Park Theatre, Reading. Made in Dagenham contains strong language and adult themes.

Meet the cast

Made in Dagenham is performed by the NODA award winning musical theatre group, The Sainsbury Singers. Based in Reading, the group has put on high quality shows including Chess, Sweeney Todd, Guys and Dolls and Little Shop of Horrors. 

Performing in venues including The Hexagon Reading, The Oakwood Centre, Woodley and Leighton Park Theatre, the group has performed to thousands of people, gaining an excellent reputation in Reading and beyond.

Leighton Park Theatre, Reading

Leighton Park Theatre is located at Leighton Park school, Reading. There is free parking at the venue and it is close to the number 21 Reading bus route.

Leighton Park Theatre,

Leighton Park School

Shinfield Road

Reading

RG2 7DE

Please use the Shinfield Road entrance. 

Book your tickets

If you would like to find out more about Made in Dagenham, please contact us. You can see more information about past shows here. 

Made in Dagenham
Book your tickets
Made in Dagenham

Inspired by a true story and based on the hit movie, Made in Dagenham is the uplifting British musical comedy about friendship, love and the importance of fighting for what is right.

Essex 1968. Like millions of other working women, each morning Rita O’Grady is just trying to get her husband out of bed, get the kids off to school and get to work at the factory on time. But life is about to change forever when it’s announced that the girls in the stitching room of Ford’s Dagenham car plant will have their pay grade dropped to ‘unskilled’. Quickly drawing on a strength she never knew she had, Rita leads her friends in a battle against the might of Ford and the corruption of the Union supposed to protect them. As the girls’ inspiring journey gets bigger than anyone could have imagined, the pressure is too much for some, but can Rita keep up the fight and the happy home she’s worked so hard for?

Made in Dagenham contains strong language and adult themes.

Book tickets for Made in Dagenham!

Prices: £22 adult, £19 concessions including booking fee. Tickets 4 for 3 on Tuesday and 10% group discount for 10+

 All performances are at Leighton Park Theatre, Reading. 

Meet the cast

Made in Dagenham is performed by the NODA award winning musical theatre group, The Sainsbury Singers. Based in Reading, the group has put on high quality shows including Chess, Sweeney Todd, Guys and Dolls and Little Shop of Horrors. 

Performing in venues including The Hexagon Reading, The Oakwood Centre, Woodley and Leighton Park Theatre, the group has performed to thousands of people, gaining an excellent reputation in Reading and beyond.

Leighton Park Theatre, Reading

Leighton Park Theatre is located at Leighton Park school, Reading. There is free parking at the venue and it is close to the number 21 Reading bus route.

Leighton Park Theatre,

Leighton Park School

Shinfield Road

Reading

RG2 7DE

Please use the Shinfield Road entrance. 

Book your tickets

If you would like to find out more about Made in Dagenham, please contact us. You can see more information about past shows here. 

OUR NEXT SHOW

Sweeney Todd

29th October to 2nd November 2019
Leighton Park Theatre

“This is Sondheim at his most melodically glorious and verbally acute. The score is captivating and consistently inventive, and just about every song is a highlight”

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Our next show will be Sweeney Todd at Leighton Park theatre from Tuesday 29th October to 2nd November 2019.

sweeney todd 2The classic thriller musical from Stephen Sondheim, our Autumn production will be bringing the infamous Sweeney Todd, the demon barber of Fleet Street, to life. Director Matt Smith (Anything Goes, Wizard of Oz) and Musical Director Cam Baker (Little Shop of Horrors, Godspell) will be heading up the creative team and leading our multi-award winning society to the streets of London – with an exciting twist!

Come and join us at first rehearsal on Wednesday 29th May, 7.30pm at Grange URC in Southcote to learn more about how to get involved.

Backstage

There are lots of opportunities to get involved with the show without being part of the cast. There are lots of backstage roles available including lighting, stage crew or front of house. If you would like to find out more you can contact us via our membership form or come and see us at first rehearsal.