The Marlowe Theatre

• Directed by: Maria Aitken
• Written by: Patrick Barlow

Patrick Barlow's ingenious adaptation of John Buchan's spy novel, in which four actors play 139 roles between them. Barlow's adaptation is heavily influenced by Hitchcock's 1935 film version. Directed by Maria Aitken.

• Written by: Patrick DeWitt

A new show set on the west coast of America, blending a live soundtrack, detailed mime and the heart-wrenching humour of author, Patrick DeWitt.

The amiable bushcraft expert shares stories from his three decades roughing it in the bush.

• Written by: Rachel Wagstaff (adapt)

Adaptation of Sebastian Faulks' best-selling novel of love, courage and sacrifice set before and during WWI.

An Irish family is forced to leave home and embark on a quest to discover the essence of dance in a high-energy show fusing Irish dance with contemporary styles.

A breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show which continues the story of the warrior and vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters' feats of agility strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts training.

The Three Sopranos (Linda Watts, Judith Buckle and Diana Vivian) are joined by pianist Carol Anne Wells to bring an evening of melodies from opera, operetta, stage and screen.

The classic songwriter undertakes this Revolver tour, featuring a spinning wheel marked with hits, rarities and covers from which he and his band will make their song selection.

The show offers a diverse and unpredictable selection of modern variety acts, mixed with local talent.

• Written by: John Berger (book)

The Marlowe's first ever Resident Associate Company create a brand-new performance inspired by John Berger's book of the same name.

A modern retelling of Euripides's Medea, exploring the lengths that people will go to when they think they are right. Through movement, music and materials the depth of the story is revealed, with the audience occupying a space between spectator and chorus.

Stand-up, variety and cabaret from Tom Deacon, MC Carl Hutchinson, Mat Richardson and Helen Keen.

Stand-up, comedy and variety acts from across the UK.

Cabaret and stand-up from a variety of acts.

Stand-up and cabaret acts perform. Featuring Gareth Richards, MC Matt Green, Rob Beckett and Laura Lexx.

Take part in an interactive session with prize winning author Philip Ardagh as he introduces his stories.

• Directed by: Vladimir Ashkenazy (cond)
• Written by: Shostakovich

Vladimir Ashkenazy conducts Shostakovich's Festive Overture, Stravinsky's Violin Concerto and Tchaikovsky's Manfred Symphony. With violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja.

Follow the troubled miller's daughter as she tries to outwit the greatest trickster of them all. With live music, puppetry and mischievous storytelling.

You'll know her face from talking about cake and cats on the telly, so here's another chance to see the Millican phenomenon in full flight live onstage.

Recognised throughout the industry as the definitive exponents of recreating the immensely powerful vocals and exact musical reproduction of the Eagles, Talon's new production promises to deliver yet another stunning show for existing and new fans alike. The first half features each track from the iconic Hotel California…