Highlights of the new season include an internationally-acclaimed 50th anniversary production of West Side Story, a revival of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic Evita, and Michael Frayn's hilarious Noises Off.

Susan Hampshire can be seen at Milton Keynes Theatre this season in Somerset Maugham's elegant and entertaining comedy The Circle (September 9 to 13).

Musical masterpiece West Side Story comes to the theatre for two weeks, from September 16 to 27. With dazzling choreography and songs such as Maria, America, and I Feel Pretty, West Side Story remains a must-see.

Continuing the musical season, a stunning new production of Evita will visit Milton Keynes Theatre between September 29 and October 11.
With West End star Louise Dearman as Eva Peron, the show features hits including Don't Cry For Me Argentina.

Rodgers and Hammerstein's musical fable of love, passion and redemption Carousel (October 13 to 18) features popular soprano Lesley Garrett in the pivotal role of Nettie.

It offers spectacular choreography from Adam Cooper and includes the anthem You'll Never Walk Alone.

Spine-tingling chiller The Woman In Black (October 20 to 25) is just the ticket for a Hallowe'en treat. The adaptation of Susan Hill's best-selling novel combines the intensity of live theatre with a cinematic quality inspired by the world of film noir.

Younger audiences can enjoy an adaptation of Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury's We're Going On A Bear Hunt (October 23 to 25), which is followed by a premiere production of the dance spectacle Flashdance – The Musical from October 27 to November 1.

The Royal Shakespeare Company will present a bold new production of Romeo and Juliet, running from November 4 to 8, featuring an ensemble of 30 actors and musicians.Comedy fans can enjoy Michael Frayn's award-winning Noises Off (November 10 - 15), described as, "A comic masterpiece", by the Daily Telegraph.

Glyndebourne On Tour (November 18 - 22) will present Mozart's masterpiece The Magic Flute, Bizet's passionate Carmen, and a new production of Humperdinck's Hänsel und Gretel, direct from the group's renowned summer festival. Bookings can be made at www.miltonkeynestheatre.com or via the box office on 0870 060 6652. Booking fees apply.