Director's Circle

Following the success of our Cinderella (2023) and Party Games! (2024) Director’s Circles, we are excited to announce the next opportunity to get closer to our work alongside our forthcoming production, Robin Hood

The Director’s Circle is a truly immersive Page-to-Stage experience, giving you the chance to follow the production from the very beginning, with a unique level of access to theatre, creative team and cast.

Meet the Director, Joanna Read, and hear about her creative processes, watch the Dress and Technical rehearsals, explore the magical world of pantomime with a backstage tour during the production run and be the guests of honour at Supporters Night with great seats and an after-show party with the stars of the show!

 

This is unlike any other supporters’ scheme on offer at the theatre.  

the post-show drinks with the cast was the perfect way to end a wonderful experience which really did what we hoped, allowed us to visit the magic of theatre in a way we had only imagined previously, we will definitely do this again

Directors Circle Supporter feedback - December 2023

Robin Hood will undoubtedly be a fantastic show as we welcome back Lucy Benjamin and Matt Pinches from Cinderella, along with Arnaud regular Peter Gordon as the Dame. With more cast announcements to come, this is set to be a very special Christmas!

The opportunity to get closer to the action is a must for anyone with a true interest in theatrical process, so why not join us for a peek over the fourth wall? It could also make an incredible gift for a theatre-going loved one. In addition, Director’s Circle Supporters are welcome to bring a guest to all events.

Access to the scheme is limited making this exclusive experience one you will never forget.

The experience is priced at £1,000 which includes a donation to the work the theatre is doing with vulnerable groups in the community. The option to pay in five equal monthly instalments is available, please email development@yvonne-arnaud.co.uk to find out more.   

See the list of events included:

Director’s Briefing: Wed 20 Nov 6pm-7.30pm

Meet the Cast Option 1: Wed 27 Nov 10.30am

Technical Rehearsal Visit Option 1: Wed 27 Nov 11am-3pm

Meet the Cast Option 2: Thu 28 Nov 3.45pm

Technical Rehearsal Visit Option 2: Thu 28 Nov 4.15pm-8pm

Dress Rehearsal Visit Option 1: Fri 29 Nov 4pm

Dress Rehearsal Visit Option 2: Sat 30 Nov 2pm

Backstage Tour: Tues 17 Dec 5.30pm

Supporters Night: Tues 17 Dec 7pm

Dates and times of events are subject to change and should be considered an indication of the intended event time at this stage and will be confirmed as soon as possible.

Other Director's Circle Benefits include: 

  • Highest Level Priority Booking throughout the year​
  • Personal Account Management​
  • Complimentary Panto Programme​
  • Recognition in Panto Programme and on website​
  • Invitation to annual insight event with YAT Director.

​Please Note: This is not an annual membership scheme and spaces on the Director's Circle are linked to one production (in 2024, the show, Robin Hood).​

Director's Circle

Follow our production from page to stage

Membership Period: During Robin Hood 2024
Price: £1,000 (£938 donation and £62 benefit cost)
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Terms and Conditions

Payments must be made in full at time of purchase.
The cost to join the Circle is £1,000  which is made up of a donation of £938 and a benefit cost of £62. 
Please note the donation portion is a suggested donation to which Gift Aid provisions apply. If you do not want to support our charitable aims, you can purchase the benefits outlined separately for the minimum payment without making any further donation, but you would miss out on the joyous feeling of generosity and associated karma points.​