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Planning Grease Theatre Breaks

Most people planning Grease theatre breaks will have already seen the film a few times, maybe the stage show as well somewhere, and may even have sung and danced in a production themselves. It’s one of the all time great musicals which spans the decades by being set in the fifties and made famous in the 70s. So Grease theatre breaks present an opportunity to live again through all those great songs and dance routines, roll back the years and get teenage kicks all through the night. By staying in London overnight or for the whole weekend, the dream doesn’t end abruptly as soon as the curtain calls finish.

Grease makes for a lively night out.

After an emotional treat like an evening at Grease it may be time to hit the dance floor. The show ends just as London’s club scene is coming to life. Then it’s your turn to dance! There are several great clubs just near the theatre which will be a lot more fun than rushing for the last train and setting off for home, if indeed possible.

So this is how Grease Theatre Breaks with inclusive overnight London hotel stays are usually the best way to plan ahead and get the best theatre tickets. When booking for whichever dates you have chosen, you will then be presented with the hotel options and here are some suggestions which may help with making that decision:

Hotels for Grease Theatre Breaks

The Piccadilly theatre is right near guess where? Yes, Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square, the heart of downtown London, the West End. So if proximity to the theatre is important then either the Crowne Plaza London St James, along Piccadilly or the Holiday Inn Oxford Circus just a short walk up Regents Street would be wonderfully central. Previous Grease theatre breaks customers have also opted for the following choices:

• Strand Palace Hotel
• Grange Langham Court Hotel
• Hotel Russell
• Novotel London St Pancras
• Premier Inn Kensington

but I’d like to suggest two more interesting hotel options:

The St Giles Hotel with its three bars, swimming pool and dance club, and for a very different vibe the more traditional Blooms Townhouse for beautiful decor and impressive paintings.

And now for some Grease London cast news:

Jimmy Osmond stars in Grease 19 January to 14 March

Jimmy Osmond from the Osmonds (a popular beat combo in the 70s m’lud) stars as “Teen Angel” after having refreshed his UK popularity recently through an appearance in “I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here” !

Other star cast members are Danny Bayne (winner of ITV’s “Grease Is The Word”) as Danny and Nicola Brazil (Wicked) as Sandy.

A pale fore taste of Grease theatre breaks

A view from “the Gods”

(Don’t worry, by booking Grease theatre breaks you’ll get a better view than this!)

30 Years of Grease

Warning. The live performance contains strobe-like lighting effects.

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Exclusive Saturday night theatre tickets

A new offer from Superbreak gives you the chance to choose Saturday night tickets for one of a range of popular shows with two nights in a London hotel for a very reasonable price. There’s also a fantastic bonus pack but more about that later. The top London show Saturday night tickets for these particular dates can be hard to find which is part of what makes this exclusive theatre break deal particularly attractive. You can not only choose from a range of 3* and 4* hotels but also specify from a range of theatre ticket price bands.

For example, two could stay 2 nights in a 3* hotel and see Oliver! (with Jodie!) in January from as little as £252 ! Or go in November and see Lee Mead in Joseph before he finishes, 2 nights in a 3*hotel plus tickets for 2 from £262

Not only that you get a VIP Theatre Pack full of goodies including a special exclusive CD and loads of valuable discount vouchers. But just wait until you see which West End Musicals are included in this exclusive offer.

Want to be sure of getting tickets? Book now

Shows and Dates

The offer is for specific dates in the autumn and winter of 2008. You could even book more than one.

Dirty Dancing Saturday 18 October 2008

do I see a girls’ night out in your future? Plus these weekends in London would be perfect for anyone planning a Hen Night.

November

Feeling like a musical November to chase away the winter chills?

Grease – Saturday 08 November 2008

Is this the one that you want?

Dirty Dancing - Saturday 15 November 2008

Wedding not till November? No Problem!

Joseph – Saturday 22 November 2008

Yes, see Lee before it’s too late!

Hairspray – Saturday 29 November 2008

Top show, what can I say, these are class shows! check availability

December

What about a shopping break in London combined with a show?

Jersey Boys – Saturday 06 December 2008

Oh What A night!

Dirty Dancing – Saturday 13 December 2008

Aw, Xmas weddings are cute

January 2009

Oliver! – Saturday 24 January 2009

Oh yes, would you believe it? Tickets to see Jodie on a Saturday in January could be yours!

Act Fast – Book Now

You are going to have to act fast to grab these. It’s such a good offer the shows will book up fast.

So act now to book your Saturday Night Exclusive Theatre Break in London

What’s in the VIP Theatre Pack?

• An Exclusive Directors Choice CD
• A free subscription to Passport of the Arts (worth £20)
• A host of discount vouchers for London Attractions

Further details and check availability of tickets on the Exclusive Saturday Peformance Offer page

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A theatre break in London with the kids sounds like a great idea, doesn’t it? There’s so much to do and see in London, even in a British summer. The hotels aren’t too expensive and you can book the whole thing, show tickets, 2 or 3 nights hotel, extras as an all in one package, you can even include the return rail fare. If your children are over the age of 3 you should be able to find a show to suit your family.

So which shows do you go to see?

It really depends on the age of the children and their interests.
Don’t be put off by worries that the shows will all be sold out, companies that sell packages often have good, reasonably priced tickets for hit shows when no one else does.

The Lion King

The Lion King is pure Disney and one of the best shows for mixed ages. The Lion King is so much more than the cartoon. The story is simple and familiar but the spectacle and the power of the live music makes it really something special. Ideal for boys, girls, and just about anyone who likes animals!It is long though and that partly explains the age restrictions (see below).

• Running Time: 2 hours 45 minutes including the interval
• Matinees: Sunday – 3:pm Weds – 2:30pm and Sat 2:00
• Evenings: Shows start at 7:30 except Mondays (no show)
• Recommended age limit

Ideal for 7 plus, below 7 use your discretion but be realistic. Under 4s will not be admitted to the theatre. They are quite strict about this.

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Joseph

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s version of the biblical story is a family classic. Good for mixed ages the show has plenty of action, strong, well-known songs and is performed by a lively, young cast. Joseph was originally written for children the show keeps their interest well but has enough going on to keep the adults involved too. If you want to see Lea Mead you should know he will be on holiday 28th July – 5th August 2008.

• Running time – 2 hours including interval.
• Matinees: Weds and Sat 3:00pm
• Evenings: Mon, Weds, Thurs, Fri, Sat, 7:30 Tues 7:00 (No show Sunday)

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Wicked

Wicked is ideal for those of you with pre and early teen girls. They will love it! The story is set in Oz before Dorothy gets there and sets out to explain why Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of The West is so wicked and so very green. Wicked sets the record straight about that poor, misunderstood witch. It has some sinister moments but nothing too scary. There aren’t any stated age restrictions but use your judgement. It is very, very long.

• Running time: 2hrs 50mins including interval.
• Matinees:Weds,Sat 2:30
• Evenings:Mon, Tues, Weds,Thurs, Fri, Sat 7:30 (No show Sunday)

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High School Musical

High School Musical – this is one that anyone between 8 and 16 will know more about than you do!Based on a hit TV series this is the story of Troy, a popular high school basketball star, and Gabriella, a shy, academically gifted newcomer, who discover they share a secret passion for singing. Lively, fun, and very American this is one that the kids (and the adults!) will either love or hate. This is the one they are likely to think is ‘cool’ to see and to brag about.

• Running time :2 hours 20 with interval
• Matinees: Sun, Weds and Sat 3:00
• Evenings: Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri, Sat 7:30 (Monday – no show)

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Grease

We all know the story of Sandy the goody two-shoes from Australia who falls in love with bad boy Danny Zuko over the summer holiday and their reunion at Rydell High School. The songs from Grease are classics and they are sung with great energy by this lively cast. Best for 10 plus the story and music will appeal to both boys and girls. If you want to see Ray Quinn (X-Factor) remember he’s on holiday 19th-25th of August.

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Top Tips

• Try for aisle seats- so much easier!
• A bag of small, non-messy snacks (small bags of sliced apples,carrots, etc., little boxes of raisins) and juice cartons is a good idea. Minimise the sugar intake!
• Take small, wriggly people for regular walks.

The Shows To Avoid

• Despite the puppets Avenue Q is not suitable for under 15s and has adult themes.
• Billie Elliot includes a lot of language that makes it unsuitable for young children.

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Ray Quinn of X-Factor fame is making his West End debut in Grease in the role of Doody, the youngest of the boys. He will be in the show for a limited season – until 15 November 2008. Ray started his acting career in Channel 4’s Brookside and has had a No 1. Platinum selling album ‘Doing It My Way’.
Producer David Ian says,

“I’m absolutely thrilled. This production has been wowing audiences for 15 years now and with the terrific Ray Quinn joining us as a special guest star, I know it’s the one that audiences will want for years to come!”

Doody

I think Ray will be perfect for the role of Doody. He’s is the youngest of the guys, small and with a boyish air of innocence. He’s easily impressed by the guys bravado and takes them at face value.
His main songs are Those Magic Changes, with the company, and Rock and Roll Party Queen, with Roger.

Grease

Say what you will about Grease, it is without doubt popular and still pulls in the crowds. It is a feel good summer musical, and often that’s just what we want!

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Here’s a great offer that might just help you make your mind up about booking theatre breaks in London or deciding which show to see:

Book your Grease theatre break between now and 10th July 2008 for Grease Theatre breaks between now and 17th July and you could save up to £35 per person!*

That means an unforgettable London theatre break to see this classic musical could be yours from as little £68.50 per person.

OK then, let’s just have a quick recap on the conditions of that offer:

Book Grease theatre breaks any time between the 1st May and 10th July to be eligible for the discount.
Only Monday – Thursday evening performances between 8th May and 17th June are available for the sale price.
The offer excludes performances between the 26th May and 1st June.

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Grease

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