Now established as a firm favourite in the New Adventures repertoire, the award-winning Sleeping Beauty has enchanted international audiences throughout the UK and across the globe.
Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty reawakens, celebrating 10 years since its premiere at Sadlers Wells, when it became the fastest selling production in the company’s history.
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1 Lime St, Liverpool L1 1JE, UK
2 hours 10 minutes incl. interval
Tue - Sat at 19:30
Thu and Sat at 14:30
Enter a wondrous world of magical fairies and vampires, where the timeless tale of good vs evil is turned upside-down, creating a supernatural love story that even the passage of time itself cannot hinder. Will Princess Aurora ever find her true love again?
Phenomenal entertainment- LA Times
With an unforgettable score by Tchaikovsky, sumptuous sets and costumes, evocative lighting and masterly storytelling, the beloved fairy tale is brought to life by the uniquely talented New Adventures company.
Get ready to be transported in time from the halcyon days of the late Edwardian era through to the modern day in this dazzling gothic romance.
Find out more about Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty.
Running time - Act 1: 1hr Act 2: 50 minutes (plus 20 minute interval)
Tuesday 7 March performance will be followed by a BSL interpreted post-show Q & A.
The show contains strobe lighting and pyrotechnics. There is also a sacrifice scene.
The show has strobing in the form of rapid fire explosion effects.
The Sleeping Beauty company uses the Flambeau torch effect.
The show uses a custom La Maitre Pyro Confetti cannon (with a half load of black Chinese confetti) which will make a loud bang.
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Absolute perfection- The Spectator
Thrills from start to finish. Utterly brilliant.- Sunday Mirror
Extraordinary. Dazzling. Masterful.- Sunday Express
Liverpool Empire
1 Lime St, Liverpool L1 1JE, UK
Lime Street Station
The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. See 'What's On' section for performance times
Bar - Pre-show & interval drinks and snacks
Ambassador Lounge - Pre-show & interval table service (Charge applies)
Membership Benefits - 25% off pre-show drinks (excluding 30 mins prior)
The Liverpool Empire Theatre is the largest two-tier theatre in the UK, hosting the very best in touring productions. From musicals to dance, and comedy to drama, the theatre hosts a varied programme and is one of the city’s most iconic venues.
1 Lime St, Liverpool L1 1JE, UK
2 hours 10 minutes incl. interval
Tue - Sat at 19:30
Thu and Sat at 14:30
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