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Win tickets for Equus and The Elephant

January 27, 2008

We are delighted to tell you the Theatre Royal and Northern Stage Theatres in Newcastle as well as the Sunderland Empire have given us tickets for competitions. So its a big thank you to them for their generosity in supporting Whatsonstage North East. Tickets up for grabs are:

The Elephant, Thursday 28 Feb – 10.30am

Equus, Monday 24 Mar – 7.30pm (please note this show has adult themes and contains nudity)

Below we will give you some information on both shows and an explanation of how to enter, its very simple, honest. Just join our mailing list and then email us the answer. Once you have joined the mailing list for Whatsonstage.com North East you can enter all our competitions by answering a simple questions and emailing the correct address. Winners will be notified well before the production, but remembered tickets are not transferable and transport to and from the venue, ice creams, programmes and drinks are not included, it is just theatre tickets.

Competition 1 : The Elephant

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Prize: 2 tickets for The Elephant for the 10.30am performance on Thursday 28 Feb at the Theatre Royal Newcastle.

What’s the show about? Elephant is a visual feast for all the family celebrating the universal themes of forgiveness and humanity or “Ubuntu”. Performers from the UK and South Africa come together in a multi-talented company of actors, dancers, storytellers and musicians.

The story of Chief Zanenvula unfolds through enchanting puppetry, brilliant acting and wonderful songs. The chief, a good man and respected by his tribe, has just died and has been forbidden entry to heaven. Distraught and uncomprehending, he calls on his ancestors to find the answer. “Go back, look at your past”, they tell him, “take a glimpse into the future. What do you see?” As Chief Zanenvula reviews his life and actions he slowly comprehends how he has offended the spirit of Africa and how he can redeem himself.

The show runs for 2hours 20 mins and is suitable for over 8 years of age

Competition Question: The performers in The Elephant come from the UK and which other country?

To enter, email your answer to northeast@whatsonstage.com by Feb. 20th. The winner will be drawn at random from correct answers.

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Competition 2  : equus_show.jpgEquus

Prize: 2 tickets to the opening night of Equus in Newcastle at the Theatre Royal on March 24th starring Simon Callow and Alfie Allen

What’s the show about? Psychiatrist Martin Dysart (Simon Callow) is brought the most testing case of his career by magistrate Hester Saloman (LINDA THORSON). He has the task of trying to cure seventeen year old Alan Strang (Alfie Allen) whose obsession with horses and an encounter with stable hand Jill (LAURA O’TOOLE) has led him to behave in the most devastating way…

EQUUS by Oscar award winning Peter Shaffer opened at the National Theatre in 1973 and became a worldwide sensation. In 2007 a new production opened in London, starring Richard Griffiths and Daniel Radcliffe, and it became one of the biggest hits ever seen in the West End now it is touring and playing Newcastle from March 24th for one week.

Running time: 2hrs 30mins.

NOTE: There are some scenes of a sexual nature, recommended 12+ with parental guidance. Contains nudity.

Competition Question : Which blockbuster film has Alfie Allen recently been seen in?

To enter, email your answer to northeast@whatsonstage.com by March 12th. The winner will be drawn at random from correct entries.

Note: Names of winners may appear on the Whatonstage.com North East website.

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