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Welsh National Opera continue their journey into musical theatre following last year’s success Sweeney Todd with a new production of the classic musical Kiss Me Kate.

1940s Baltimore. And it’s op’nin’ night of a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew. Rehearsals are over, costumes donned and there’s a 10 minute curtain call.

What you’re about to witness is a whole lot more than Shakespeare’s comic love story…

Leading lady and superstar Lilli Vanessi is the ex-wife of the show’s charming leading man, Fred Graham. Fred has a fondness for flirtatious fresh-face, Lois Lane. Meanwhile, Lois’ boyfriend Bill is getting himself into debt (under Fred’s name) which leads to hairy encounters with a pair of foolhardy gangsters. The stories unfold on and off-stage, comically intertwined in Cole Porter’s classic musical.

Full of wit, dance, show business and hit songs including ‘Another Op’nin’, Another Show’, ‘Brush Up Your Shakespeare’ and ‘Always True to You in My Fashion’, Kiss Me, Kate will leave any Tom, Dick or Harry grinning from ear to ear.

Co-production with Opera North.

Price

Prices and discounts subject to change
Discounts & Concessions

CONCESSIONS

We offer a range of discounts and concessions to enable everyone to enjoy an affordable visit to Birmingham Hippodrome. For further queries on the information below please contact Ticket Sales on 0844 338 5000.

WNO 16/17 SEASON MULTI-BUY PACKAGE

All performances price bands A-D
Book 6 operas save 25%
Book 5 operas save 20%
Book 4 operas save 15%
Book 3 operas save 10%

GROUPS BOOKING OFFER

SAVE up to £5 per ticket!
Price Bands A,B,C
Groups 8+ Save £3 per ticket
Groups 16+ Save £4 per ticket
Groups 24+ Save £5 per ticket plus 1 FREE ticket

Please be aware that discounts are not applicable within the following areas:
Price Band A+ Stalls rows A-K
Price Band A+ Circle rows A-K

Call our dedicated Group Sales Team on 0844 338 7000 or email groupsales@birminghamhippodrome.com for more information and to book now!

CLICK HERE for further information on Group Bookings

SCHOOLS & YOUTH GROUPS

Parties of 10 or more pay £13.50, Price Bands C – E, plus every 11th seat free (excl. Sat eve) for teachers/supervising adult!

Call the Schools Hotline on 0844 338 7000 for more information and to book now
CLICK HERE for further information on School Bookings

FIRST NIGHT 16-24 YEAR OLDS MEMBERSHIP

£5 tickets, excl. Sat eve performance, price bands B-D, subject to limited availability
Must be purchased 24 hours prior to performance. All persons must be under 30 and can only collect tickets on the night with photo ID.

UNDER 16s

Half price child with every full paying adult.

CONCESSIONS FOR  PASSPORT TO LEISURE, CLAIMANTS AND OVER 60s

£3 off each ticket (Price Bands A-C, excl A+ and Sat eve)

STUDENT AND PASSPORT TO LEISURE STANDBY

24 hours prior to a performance, best available seats for lowest price, maximum 2

CONCESSIONS FOR PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES

£5 off each ticket in all seating areas.
2 for 1 for disabled patrons who require the service/support of a companion.

CLICK HERE for more information on our Access Performances

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.

Food & Drink

Seasonal menus

Browse through a programme and enjoy attentive service and superb, seasonal food a few steps from your seats in our AA Rosette awarded restaurant.

StageSide

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The Coffee Bar

Our Coffee Bar is open all day for Quarter Horse barista coffee and a quick and tasty bite to eat.

The Bars

You’ll receive a warm welcome at our Foyer Bars, conveniently positioned for both Stalls and Circle levels.

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