THE MIRROR CRACK'D - THE ALLERTON PLAYERS
Popular local drama group, the Allerton Players, present The Mirror Crack’d by Agatha Christie, in an innovative new adaptation by Rachel Wagstaff.
It is 1962 and St Mary Mead has been thrown into a frenzy by the news that a glamorous American film star has bought the local manor house. Miss Marple is confined to her chair after an accident but, when there is a vicious murder, she must unravel a web of lies, tragedy and danger.
This classic whodunnit by the Queen of Crime has all the brilliant characters and twists and turns you would expect and a good dose of humour too! Come along and see if you can solve the crime before there are more murders…
“A satisfying blend of wit, drama and intrigue... a modern take on a crime classic... contemporary and fresh.”
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GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY - CINEMA LIVE (15)
Written and directed by celebrated playwright Conor McPherson and featuring Tony Award-winning orchestrations by Simon Hale, Girl From The North Country reimagines 20 legendary songs of Bob Dylan as they’ve never been heard before, including “Forever Young,” “All Along The Watchtower,” “Hurricane,” and “Like A Rolling Stone.”
It’s 1934 in Duluth, Minnesota. We meet a group of wayward travellers whose lives intersect in a guesthouse filled with music, life and hope. Experience this “profoundly beautiful” Broadway production (The New York Times) brought to vivid life by an extraordinary company of actors and musicians.
Rating to be confirmed
COUNT ARTHUR STRONG IS CHARLES DICKENS IN 'A CHRISTMAS CAROL'
Live Nation & Komedia Entertainment Presents
Count Arthur Strong is Charles Dickens in 'A Christmas Carol'
Arthur delivers the Charles Dickens story and follows this with his own adaptation of the most classic of festive tales, A Christmas Carol.
Due to public pressure, Count Arthur Strong extends his fond farewell to you, for a ‘once in a lifetime’ limited run. As he takes on, one of the literary greats, the famous Charles Dickens, and then goes on to present his one-man interpretation of A Christmas Carol. ‘If you miss it, you weren’t there!’
‘Pure genius and pure tribute to the golden age of vaudeville’
Bruce Dessau, Evening Standard
'At every turn, his performance gives us something to marvel at'
Brian Logan, The Guardian
Run time to be confirmed
MADE IN TENNESSEE
Country fans are given a taste of Nashville with Soul Street Productions’ sell-out show Made in Tennessee - A Night of Country Music.
With a band made up of some of UK’s finest country musicians, Made in Tennessee takes you through the decades of the nation's fastest growing music genre, from Country’s origin in the Southern States of America to modern day Country heard around the world.
Featuring classics from Johnny, June, Dolly and Hank, legends like Garth Brooks and Carrie Underwood and modern country superstars such as Kacey Musgraves and Chris Stapleton.
Book your tickets now to experience the best show east of Tennessee!
Facebook: @madeintennessee
Instagram: @madeintennesseeshow
Website: https://www.soulstreetproductions.com/made-in-tennessee
SUNDAY JAZZ
Come along and enjoy the fabulous sounds of the Big Band Era performed, in an open session, by Alan Owens and The Forum Big Band. It's just £4 to get in and the bar is open.-
Music Performed at the Forum Big Band Session Sunday 3rd April 2022 Ukraine Fundraiser:
‘It Don’t Mean a Thing’ the Mike Lewis arrangement of the Duke Ellington classic with solos from Steve Clifford on Tenor Sax and Andrea Rhodes on Piano.
‘Ain’t Misbehavin’ the Fats Waller hit arranged by Bob Lowden with solo from Nathan Campling on Baritone Sax.
‘Get Happy’ our first vocal of the day superbly performed by Henrietta.
‘Georgia on my Mind’ the Hoagy Carmichael classic arranged by Sammy Nestico and featuring our Lead Alto Sax Ralph Alder.
‘Beyond the Sea’ our second vocal featured John Haigh singing the Bobby Darin classic.
‘Sing, Sing, Sing’ the Louis Prima hit arranged by Mike Lewis featuring our Drummer Paul Walker.
‘Come Together’ the John Lennon/Tom Jones hit fantastically performed by vocalist Laura Walker.
‘Hot Toddy’ Dave Tanner’s arrangement of the Ted Heath hit with solos from Nathan Campling on Baritone Sax and James McPherson on Trumpet.
‘That’s Life’ the Frank Sinatra classic superbly performed by vocalist John Haigh.
‘Everytime We Say Goodbye’ the Cole Porter classic effortlessly performed by Henrietta.
‘Satin Doll’ Sammy Nestico’s arrangement of the Billy Strayhorn/Duke Ellington classic with solos from Andrea Rhodes on Piano, Kevin Eland on Flugal Horn and Steve Clifford on Tenor Sax.
And many more!
FIRE FIGHTERS' CAROL CONCERT
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service and The Fire Fighters Charity present...
Lockwood Brass Band Carol Concert!
Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Doors open at 18:30 with the concert starting at 19:30
Start the festive season early and come join the successful Lockwood Brass Band in performing all your favourite Christmas carols. Appealing to all ages this event is guaranteed to put you in the festive spirit as well as helping raise funds to support injured firefighters and their families.
Tickets are free, but you must reserve your place. No entry will be permitted to those without a ticket.
THE UPBEAT BEATLES
The Upbeat Beatles are second to none - powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship.
The guys have an easy, happy rapport with any crowd, giving them a reputation to be envied as the best in the business.
There isn’t a band to touch them - 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and you will know why! No other band can perform this song like The Upbeat Beatles!
The show takes you through the Fab Four’s long and winding road from the early Cavern days through Beatlemania, America, Sergeant Pepper to Abbey Road, with narrative and full multi-media presentation.
If you love The Beatles you’ll love this show, and if you don’t love The Beatles you’ll love this show!
ANDRÉ RIEU'S 2024 CHRISTMAS CONCERT: GOLD AND SILVER (PG)
Celebrate the holiday season with André Rieu's dazzling Christmas Concert, "Gold and Silver," exclusively in cinemas! This magical event embodies the festive spirit of Christmas, bringing joy, warmth, and sparkle to the big screen.
Get ready to be transported to the wondrous world of enchanting glamour that is André's winter wonderland! Under the sparkle of 150 chandeliers and 50 Venetian candelabras, feel your heart warm with the magical melody of all your favourite Christmas classics.
André Rieu will be joined on stage by his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra, along with special guest artists and the young and talented Emma Kok.
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate music, love, and Christmas sparkle, with André Rieu's new Christmas Concert in cinemas - " Gold and Silver ".
RBO: CINDERELLA (12A)
The Royal Ballet
CINDERELLA
Live streamed event.
This Christmas, be transported into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true. This enchanting ballet by The Royal Ballet’s Founding Choreographer Frederick Ashton is a theatrical experience for all the family.
Stuck at home and put to work by her spoiled Step-Sisters, Cinderella’s life is dreary and dull. Everything changes when she helps a mysterious woman out...With a little bit of magic, she is transported into an ethereal new world – one where fairies bring the gifts of the seasons, where pumpkins turn into carriages, and where true love awaits.
Cast:
To be confirmed
Creatives:
CHOREOGRAPHY Frederick Ashton
MUSIC Sergey Prokofiev
SET DESIGNER Tom Pye
COSTUME DESIGNER Alexandra Byrne
LIGHTING DESIGNER David Finn
VIDEO DESIGNER Finn Ross
ILLUSIONS Chris Fisher
CONDUCTOR Jonathan Lo
NMVC CHRISTMAS CONCERT 2024
The Choir will once again be joined by the ever-popular Easington Colliery band. Together they will get everybody's Christmas off to a great start with both traditional and modern music.
RBO: THE NUTCRACKER (12A)
The Royal Ballet
THE NUTCRACKER
Captured live December 2023
Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. Julia Trevelyan Oman’s period designs bring festive charm to Peter Wright’s beloved Royal Ballet production, as fairytale magic comes together with spectacular dancing in this unforgettable classic ballet.
Join Clara at a delightful Christmas Eve party that becomes a magical adventure once everyone else is tucked up in bed. Marvel at the brilliance of Tchaikovsky’s score, as Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker fight the Mouse King and visit the Sugar Plum Fairy in the glittering Kingdom of Sweets. Peter Wright’s much-loved production for The Royal Ballet, with gorgeous period designs by Julia Trevelyan Oman, keeps true to the spirit of this festive ballet classic, combining the thrill of the fairy
tale with spectacular dancing.
Cast:
THE SUGAR PLUM FAIRY Anna Rose O'Sullivan
THE PRINCE Marcelino Sambé
HERR DROSSELMEYER Thomas Whitehead
CLARA Sophie Allnatt
HANS-PETER/THE NUTCRACKER Leo Dixon
Creatives:
CHOREOGRAPHY Peter Wright after Lev Ivanov
MUSIC Pyotr Il’yich Tchaikovsky
SCENARIO Marius Petipa after E.T.A. Hoffmann
PRODUCTION AND SCENARIO Peter Wright
DESIGNER Julia Trevelyan Oman
LIGHTING DESIGNER Mark Henderson
PRODUCTION CONSULTANT Roland John Wiley
CHUBBY BROWN 2024 (18)
SANTA & THE RACE TO SAVE CHRISTMAS
Christmas is fast approaching, and all is going well in Santa’s workshop as Mrs Claus and the elves busily prepare for the big night. The presents are wrapped and the reindeers have completed their training then suddenly disaster strikes! As newly qualified reindeer Rosy gets in a jolly pickle!
Crisis hits the North Pole, what is Santa going to do? How will he deliver everyone’s presents?
Will Santa and the gang manage to find a solution in order for the sleigh to set off in time for Christmas eve?
Will everyone live happily after?
Find out by booking your tickets today!
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PADDINGTON IN PERU (PG)
Paddington travels to Peru to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. With the Brown Family in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and up to the mountain peaks of Peru.
Directed by: Dougal Wilson
Starring: Emily Mortimer, Ben Whishaw, Antonio Banderas, Madeleine Harris, Olivia Colman, Samuel Joslin, Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters
Release date: 08/11/2024
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CONCLAVE (12A)
CONCLAVE follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence uncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope’s wake, secrets which could shake the foundations of the Church.
Directed by: Edward Berger
Starring: Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini
Release date: 29/11/2024
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GLADIATOR II (15)
Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.
Directed by: Ridley Scott
Starring: Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn, Connie Nielsen, Spencer Treat Clark
Release Date: 15/11/2024
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WICKED (PG)
Elphaba, an ostracized but defiant girl born with green skin, and Glinda, a privileged aristocrat born popular, become extremely unlikely friends in the magical Land of Oz. As the two girls struggle with their opposing personalities, their friendship is tested as both begin to fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and The Wicked Witch of the West. The first of a two-part film adaptation of the Broadway musical.
Directed by: Jon. M Chu
Starring: Cynthia Ervivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh
Release date: 22/11/24
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SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVE STORY (12A)
Actor Christopher Reeve rises to stardom when he lands the role of Superman in the 1970s. When a horse-riding accident leaves him paralyzed in 1995, Reeve spends the rest of his life searching for a cure for spinal cord injuries.
Directed by: Ian Bonhôte, Peter Ettedgui. With Christopher Reeve, Johnny Carson, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton
Starring: Christopher Reeve, William Reeve, Glenn Close, Whoopi Goldberg, Susan Sarandon, Jeff Daniels, Matthew Reeve
Release date: 01/11/24
ROBINSON CRUSOE - NORTHALLERTON AMATEUR VARIETY COMPANY
Tickets on sale from the 1st November at 10am!
Come along and spend a great evening with the Northallerton Variety Company's cast of "Robinson Crusoe". This is a fun-packed panto which will appeal to kids and adults of all ages.
There is a pirate ship run by women, helped by Billy Crusoe the cheeky brother of Robinson and Mrs. Crusoe, their Mum, who runs a fish and chip shop!!! Panto would not be complete without a Fairy and there is a lovely one - Fairy Marina - who makes everything magic.
The Variety Company are sure you will love every moment as the story unfolds.
LES MISÉRABLES - THE STAGED CONCERT (40th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION) - CINEMA LIVE (12A)
Seen by over 120 million people worldwide, LES MISÉRABLES is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals. In 2019, Cameron Mackintosh produced a spectacular sell-out staged concert version at the Gielgud Theatre featuring an all-star cast including Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Matt Lucas and John Owen Jones. Now cinema audiences can experience a unique encore of this incredible show to celebrate Les Misérables 40th Anniversary. Featuring a cast and orchestra of over 65 and including the songs I Dreamed A Dream, Bring Him Home, One Day More and On My Own this sensational staged concert is not to be missed.
Rating to be confirmed.
NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST (12A)
The Importance of Being Earnest
by Oscar Wilde
directed by Max Webster
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.
While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.
Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.
TOM STADE: RISKY BUSINESS (16+)
Tom’s funny and today’s funny don’t always see eye to eye, but that’s cool; it’s not Tom’s way to follow the herd. He much prefers to take the path less travelled (some smart guy once said that).
Join this independent spirit and irrepressible force of nature, as he airdrops his ingenious and unflinching comedy into an ever-changing minefield.
It’s a risky business navigating the tightrope of today’s times but Tom’s approaching it with his usual gusto. Without risk there is no reward.
“ENDLESSLY FUNNY. SLICK, INTELLIGENT, SPARKLING CHARM” Independent
“EVERY INCH A STAR” Daily Record
“DEBAUCHED TRUTH TELLER” Guardian Guide
“UNMISSABLE” Edinburgh Evening News
“NATURAL FLAIR FOR STORYTELLING AND A VILLANOUS SENSE OF HUMOUR. MASTER OF HARDCORE COMEDY” The List
www.tomstade.com
JIMI - THE LEGEND LIVES ON
Jimi-The Legend Lives On
The Live Rockumentary
This is the show ALL fans have been waiting for...
Starring John Campbell, widely regarded as the worlds best tribute artist and featuring his all-star band. John and his band take us on a musical trip through Jimi’s short, but astounding career. From The Experience through to Band of Gypsies, come fly with them through the albums, legendary festival performances and greatest hits.
Throughout the evening, enjoy exclusive, never seen before stories and anecdotes from Jimi’s close friends and fellow musicians....Also, interviews from some of the World’s greatest
guitarists, as they explain just WHY he was SO important.
From the casual listener through to the ardent fan, you simply cannot afford to miss this one...
Limited dates available - BOOK NOW!
“When we're on stage together I can feel Jimi's spirit there with us. John's my little brother”. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Leon Hendrix (Jimi’s Brother)
“...genuine talent...” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Sunday Telegraph
“...unnerving accuracy–uncannily like the real thing...”⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Guitarist Magazine
ALL STAR WRESTLING
RBO: SWAN LAKE (12A)
The Royal Ballet
SWAN LAKE
Captured live April 2024
Classical ballet's most powerful tale of love, treachery and forgiveness. Bringing together Tchaikovsky’s sensational score with the incredible imagination of choreographer Liam Scarlett and designer John Macfarlane, Swan Lake on the big screen will be an exceptional way to experience this ultimate ballet classic.
Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful woman, Odette, he is enraptured. But she is under a spell that holds her captive, allowing her to regain her human form only at night. Von Rothbart, arbiter of Odette's curse, tricks the Prince into declaring his love for the identical Odile and thus breaking his vow to Odette. Doomed to remain a swan forever, Odette has but one way to break the sorcerer's spell.
Cast:
ODETTE/ ODILE Yasmine Naghdi
PRINCE SIEGFRIED Matthew Ball
VON ROTHBART Thomas Whitehead
THE QUEEN Christina Arestis
BENNO Joonhyuk Jun
PRINCE SIEGFRIED’S YOUNGER SISTERS Leticia Dias, Annette Buvoli
Creatives:
CHOREOGRAPHY Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov
ADDITIONAL CHOREOGRAPHY Liam Scarlett and Frederick Ashton
MUSIC Pyotr Il’yich Tchaikovsky
PRODUCTION Liam Scarlett
DESIGNER John Macfarlane
LIGHTING DESIGNER David Finn
STAGING Gary Avis, Laura Morera, and Samantha Raine
ARTISTIC SUPERVISOR Laura Morera
MANFORD'S COMEDY CLUB
Manford’s Comedy Club are very excited to announce the addition of the Forum to our comedy family!
This beautiful and impressive venue is the perfect space to play host to the award-winning comedy club.
Every show has a different line-up of four top comedians, who are all personally chosen by Jason Manford.
Born and bred in Sunderland, insanely funny and charming, as pleasant as he is wonderfully brutal, Matt Reed is one of the funniest, quick-witted comics and MCs on the UK circuit and can keep you on the edge of your seat with the ability to skillfully destroy any heckler that has the misfortune to cross his path!
Kai is a happy-go-lucky, supremely funny and truly loveable Geordie comedian and compere, his infectious enthusiasm and high-octane delivery of genuinely hilarious and delightfully optimistic material has seen him rapidly shooting up the professional comedy ranks.
Phil is an energetic and exciting performer with an unquenchable thirst to break boundaries and innovate with his work. His skill as an improviser whether it be musical, comedy or straight is unparalleled. With a surreal edge to his mischievous rantings, Nichol always brings something new to the stage.
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE - CINEMA LIVE (12A)
Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock classic Jesus Christ Superstar returns to its roots with this sensational performance filmed in the UK during the Live Arena Tour. An incredible cast including Tim Minchin as Judas Iscariot, Melanie Chisholm as Mary Magdalene, Chris Moyles as King Herod and Ben Forster as Jesus Christ, perform hit songs including “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “Gethsemane,” “Heaven on Their Minds,” “Everything’s Alright,” “King Herod’s Song” and “Superstar” in an exciting and contemporary interpretation
Rating to be confirmed.
MITCH BENN: THE POINT (14+)
What it might be, how we can miss it and how we can find it again…
Like all those who spread mirth for a living, MITCH BENN ("the country's leading musical satirist" - The Times) has been wondering if he's really making a difference, and if this is a POINT to what he - or anybody - is doing.
Well the good news is he's had a long hard think about it and he's figured it out, and he's coming back to tell us all what the POINT of comedy - and much else besides - might be…
“Song after song of exquisitely crafted satire”…The Scotsman
“Well crafted, well sung, his songs are just plain funny”…The Guardian
Mitch Benn is a comedian, author, satirical songwriter, musician and actor and is widely acknowledged as one of the best writers/performers of comedy songs in the UK. He is perhaps best known as the resident comic songwriter on BBC Radio 4’s The Now Show from 1999 to 2016.
Mitch has a large online following and his recent comedy songs, such as F*ck All and Moving to Scotland, have amassed more than a million views.
Mitch began his comedy career in Edinburgh in the mid-1990s, before moving to London and becoming one of the most in-demand comedians on the UK comedy circuit. He has released many albums of comedy songs and has performed all over the world, including South Africa, Singapore, China and many European nations.
In addition to his work on The Now Show, Mitch has presented several series of his own show on BBC radio, and his TV credits include Live At Jongleurs (ITV), Watchdog (BBC) and The Comedy Store (5).
Mitch's acting credits include Merlin (BBC1) and in 2013 he took over the role of Zaphod Beeblebrox for the live stage show tour of The Hitchhikers’ Guide To The Galaxy. His voice acting credits include Neil Gaiman’s Good Omens TV series and the Sandman audiobooks.
Mitch has also appeared on ‘celebrity’ editions of several TV quiz shows, including winning Celebrity Mastermind in 2016.
Mitch is a weekly columnist for The New European newspaper and has written three Science Fiction novels.
Edinburgh Reviews
"The man is talent .... I really enjoyed it! The audience all around me seemed to lap up every musical second."…Edinburgh Reviews ****
"As always there is what is for me a highlight, his ‘live looping’ where with the aid of his phone and a few pedals, he builds from scratch a fully orchestrated number in front of ones very eyes",,,One4Review ****
"Mitch Benn may be wondering what _The Point_ is, but to the audience, it’s very clear, making us all laugh until we’re red in the face. And he does this very well. Bloody funny, go see."…Starburst ****
TWIST AND SHOUT
An all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late Sixties.
Music lovers are invited to return to a time when skirts got shorter and hair got longer as an incredible cast revive the hits of The Beatles, Herman’s Hermits, Gerry and the Pacemakers, The Rolling Stones, Cilla Black, Manfred Mann, Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Sandy Shaw and many more.
Superb performances and beautiful, bespoke costumes return us to the sights and sounds of the Swinging Sixties. The non-stop, 40-song music feast includes She Loves You, Glad All Over, You’re My World, Jumpin’ Jack Flash, Something Tells Me I’m Into Something Good, Shout, Ferry Cross The Mersey and so many more.
It’s said that “If you remember the Sixties you really weren’t there”. Twist and Shout affords the opportunity to discover just what you missed!
A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN THE MUSICAL - CINEMA LIVE (12A)
This multi award-winning show captured recently at the Sadler’s Wells Peacock Theatre is an extraordinary musical journey paying homage to Janis Joplin and her biggest musical influences.
Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock & roll. The unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made
her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock.
Fuelled by such unforgettable songs as “Me and Bobby
McGee,” “Piece of My Heart”, “Mercedes Benz”, “Cry Baby” and “Summertime”, a remarkable cast and breakout performances.
A Night with Janis Joplin, written and directed by Randy Johnson, is a musical journey celebrating Janis and her biggest musical influences—icons like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith, who inspired one of rock ‘n roll’s greatest legends.
RBO: ROMEO AND JULIET
The Royal Ballet
ROMEO AND JULIET
Live streamed event
The greatest love story ever told – through ballet. An ancient family feud casts a long shadow over the town of Verona. In this hothouse of tension, brawls are quick to break out and both sides get caught in the crossfire.
The Capulets and Montagues are sworn enemies. Yet it is love at first sight for Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet when they meet each other at the Capulet ball, into which Romeo has snuck. The two fall in love and they profess their devotion to each other at Juliet’s balcony. They secretly get married. The stakes are raised for the young couple when Romeo avenges the death of his friend Mercutio who has been killed by Tybalt, Juliet’s cousin. For this, Romeo is exiled from Verona. Meanwhile, Juliet’s parents are forcing her to marry another suitor. In order to be together, Romeo and Juliet must risk it all.
Cast:
To be confirmed
Creatives:
CHOREOGRAPHY Kenneth MacMillan
MUSIC Sergey Prokofiev
DESIGNER Nicholas Georgiadis
LIGHTING DESIGNER John B. Read
BOOTLEG EAGLES
The music of the Eagles is etched into our culture. It defines the music of the 1970s. The Bootleg Eagles take their audience on a powerful journey through the band's career, from their country-rock roots to global chart-toppers.
An evening with THE BOOTLEG EAGLES is jam-packed with all of the unforgettable hits and best-loved album tracks audiences love, all performed with the amazing musicianship and stellar harmonies that they deserve. Reproduced with unwavering respect by a quintet of talented professionals, all live, every harmony, every guitar lick and every hook without a safety net.
The five musicians at the heart of THE BOOTLEG EAGLES have previously worked with stars including Mark Knopfler, Ruby Turner, Trevor Horn, Jimmy Nail, Prefab Sprout, Si King (Hairy Bikers), members of Squeeze, Dexy’s Midnight Runners, The Average White Band, and The Crazy World of Arthur Brown!
That's decades of experience, translating into performances packed with energy, sensitivity, soul and breath-taking accuracy, giving audiences a memorable and authentic Eagles experience.
www.bootlegeagles.co.uk
THE LINDISFARNE STORY
The Lindisfarne Story
Chapter 6 – No Time To Lose
With a sound distilled from folk, blues and beyond, Lindisfarne burst onto the international music scene in 1970. Memorable melodies, sweet & sour harmonies and gutsy instrumentation delivered with an infectious Geordie swagger, soon cemented Lindisfarne's reputation as a formidable musical force. Hit records, sell-out tours and international success were the inevitable results.
It was the songs that hit the spot with the fans. Lady Eleanor, Winter Song, Meet Me On The Corner, Run For Home and many, many, more are still performed all over the world.
Founder member and drummer Ray Laidlaw and former front man Billy Mitchell tell Lindisfarne's roller-coaster story with tall tales, memorable music and of course, scurrilous gossip.
Chapter Six puts the spotlight on the group's debut
album 'Nicely Out of Tune'
'The best debut album by a UK band this year' New Musical Express – 1971
It was 'Nicely Out of Tune', a sparkling debut crammed with classic songs, that alerted the music industry and fans alike to the Lindisfarne sound and paved the way for their chart topping second album, 'Fog on the Tyne'.
A five decade career followed, fuelled by unforgettable songs and a joyous approach to live performance that proved irresistible to fans far and wide.
A TV documentary, 'Alan Hull - Lindisfarne's Geordie Genius' broadcast in 2021, highlighted the regard that many other musicians had for Lindisfarne. Sting, Peter Gabriel, Dave Stewart, Elvis Costello and many more put on record their admiration for Alan, Lindisfarne and the music.
Ray Laildaw and Billy Mitchell have made music together since they met in their teens. Billy was right there during Lindisfarne's formation and became their front-man for eight years in 1995 following the sudden death of Alan Hull.
Join Ray and Billy for a celebration of Lindisfarne's music and memories, laughter and loss with The Lindisfarne Story – Ch 6. 'No Time To Lose'.
RBO: TURANDOT (12A)
The Royal Opera
TURANDOT
Live streamed event
Puccini’s captivating opera of a cold-hearted princess and her mysterious suitor. Featuring the ever- popular ‘Nessun dorma’, this opera of love and revenge is brought to life in a dazzling production.
The beautiful but icy Princess Turandot will only marry a man who can correctly answer three riddles. Those who fail are brutally beheaded. But when an unknown prince arrives, the balance of power in Turandot’s court is forever shaken, as the mysterious stranger does what no other has been able to.
Cast:
PRINCESS TURANDOT Sondra Radvanovsky
CALAF SeokJong Baek
LIÙ Anna Princeva
TIMUR Adam Palka
PING Hansung Yoo
PANG Aled Hall
PONG Michael Gibson
EMPEROR ALTOUM Paul Hopwood
MANDARIN Ossian Huskinson
ORCHESTRA Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
CONCERT MASTER Sergey Levitin
CHORUS DIRECTOR William Spaulding
CHORUS Royal Opera Chorus
Creatives:
DIRECTOR Andrei Șerban
CONDUCTOR Rafael Payare
LIBRETTO Giuseppe Adami and Renato Simoni
MUSIC Giacomo Puccini
DESIGNER Sally Jacobs
LIGHTING DESIGNER F. Mitchell Dana
CHOREOGRAPHER Kate Flatt
CHOREOLOGIST Tatiana Novaes Coelho
BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL LIVE (20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION) - CINEMA LIVE (15)
Based on the Academy Award® nominated film, Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in London’s West End in 2005. Set in a northern mining town, against the background of the 1984/85 miners’ strike, Billy’s journey takes him out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever. The original creative team behind the film, including writer Lee Hall (book & lyrics), director Stephen Daldry, and choreographer, Peter Darling, is joined by music legend Elton John (music) to produce a funny, uplifting and spectacular theatrical experience that will stay with you forever.
Rating to be confirmed.
AMERICAN FOUR TOPS
Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s AMERICAN FOUR TOPS show has been travelling internationally bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences.
With powerful vocals, splendid harmonies and the high stepping dance routines, you will be taken on a journey through all the hits of the Four Tops, Reach Out, Baby I Need Your Loving, Walk Away Renee, Same Old Song, Loco in Acalpulco, Standing In the Shadow, Bernadette along with other classic hits from the golden era!
JOHN SHUTTLEWORTH: RAISE THE OOF
RAISE THE OOF
with John Shuttleworth
Radio 4 favourite, comedy legend, and ‘the 42nd best reason to love Britain’ (The Telegraph) JOHN SHUTTLEWORTH, is back with more hilarious stories and songs performed on his trusty Yamaha organ (with built-in auto accompaniment!) In RAISE THE OOF John celebrates 40 years in showbiz. Yes, it was 1985 when he met TV’s Clarinet Man - next door neighbour Ken Worthington who came last on New Faces in 73 (Tony Hatch crucified him!)
“When I met Ken he was eating a CurlyWurly” recalls John, “although initially I thought it was a packet of sparklers, so I gave him a wide berth”, and the rest, as they say, is hysterical!
“ Actually, I feel rather calm” muses John, “although after forty years and still no chart success, perhaps I should be slightly anxious. My wife Mary says I should get a proper job, but there's not time - I'm about to retire! Besides, Comet - where I used to demonstrate audio equipment - no longer exists. As for the sweet factory in the Rotherham area where I worked as a security guard in the 1980's - that’s now an Axe Throwing Centre. Oof!"
But I'm still posting off my songs (on cassette tape with Dolby so it's not too hissy) to cutting edge pop acts like Chris Rea and the Lighthouse Family, plus I'm still being booked for nostalgic singalongs at the local hospice (for petrol money only) so we have every reason to celebrate my long and illustrious career. Do come along and join me in punching the air, and helping - in an orderly and controlled fashion - to RAISE THE OOF!
"His stand up is second to none, his timing is impeccable, and you can practically warm your hands on his good nature" The Guardian
“The Cole Porter of the antimacassar set” The Times
“A Ludicrously compelling night out” Evening Standard
“Sublime character comedy “ – The Guardian
“Totally unmissable” - NME
STRONG ENOUGH
STRONG ENOUGH-ULTIMATE TRIBUTE CONCERT TO CHER
Get ready for an unforgettable evening, celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher.
Featuring all of the classic hits including Turn Back Time, I Found Someone, Believe, Strong Enough, Gypsies Tramps and thieves, her modern Abba remixes and many more.
This is one show-stopping dazzling extravaganza you do not want to miss! This show will take you on a musical journey from the Dark Lady days, to the rocking 80’s perm days and the celebration disco hits as we TURN BACK TIME and celebrate the queen of pop and rock.
‘Strong enough’ features 25 smash hits, six decades of stardom and enough costume changes to cause a sequins shortage… With full live band and dancers, come along and experience the passion, the flair and the glitter!
For more information on STRONG ENOUGH, check out the following website / social media links:
Website - http:www.strongenough.co.uk
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/strongenoughuk
Twitter - https://twitter.com/strongenoughuk
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/strongenoughuk/
AN AUDIENCE WITH LORD IAN BOTHAM
Lord Ian Botham, the former England captain, was one of the most impactful all-rounders of his generation with 14 centuries and 383 wickets in a career that spanned over 15 years.
Through the 1980s, he was part of a golden generation of all-rounders in world cricket. The 1981 Ashes, which England won 3-1, have since come to be known as Botham’s Ashes for his starring performances with bat and ball.
In 2007, Botham was knighted for his services to cricket and to charity.
Prolific with both bat and ball, Ian Botham was the fastest to the double of 1000 runs and 100 wickets. He broke the World Record for most Test wickets, and finished his career with 5,200 runs and 383 wickets.
Join Lord Ian, as he discusses his amazing career, and everything in between.
*Super VIP
Arrive 6:00pm
6:00-6:30pm
Meet and greet drinks reception
Professional photo, printed out on the night.
Plus one signed picture of Ian.
*VIP
Arrive 6:15pm
Professional photo printed out on the night.
SLEEPING BEAUTY - Tom Rolfe Productions
Join us for a spellbinding journey "Sleeping Beauty," presented by Tom Rolfe Productions! Follow the tale of Princess Beauty, a kind-hearted royal destined for greatness. All is going well in preparation for the party when the wicked fairy Carabosse turns up and casts a curse that puts Beauty into a deep slumber on her twenty-first birthday. It seems all hope is lost. But with the help of Fairy Kindheart and a delightful cast of characters—including bumbling fairies, charming knights, and a gaggle of lively woodland creatures—can true love's kiss break the spell?
Expect laughter, dazzling costumes, and magical moments as Beauty's friends embark on an epic quest to save her from eternal slumber. With captivating songs, dazzling dance numbers, and plenty of audience participation, this enchanting pantomime promises to be a spectacular celebration of love, friendship, and the magic of dreams
THE HISTORY OF ROCK
THE HISTORY OF ROCK is back and bigger than ever!
Join us as we celebrate a rock line-up like no other headlined by one of the greatest bands of all time!
As always we'll be taking audiences on a thrilling ride through the history of rock – but this time, we're turning the spotlight on Led Zeppelin, as they headline the ultimate rock concert line-up the world has ever seen.
A must see for any fan of ROCK! Experience this iconic music brought back to life by an exceptional band consisting of some of the finest musicians and performers from around the world.
So join us and experience a rock show like no other with THE HISTORY OF ROCK!
Facebook: @TheHistoryOfRockShow
Instagram: @TheHistoryOfRockShow
Website: https://www.soulstreetproductions.com/the-history-of-rock
ABC - AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH MARTIN FRY
ABC – An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry
A Look At Life And A Look Of Live
The hits earned their place in pop history. From Poison Arrow to The Look Of Love, from All Of My Heart, and Be Near Me, to When Smokey Sings, ABC were the band that redefined glamour and cool. Led by the charismatic Martin Fry, they enjoyed TransAtlantic success as The Lexicon of Love proved as artful as a Warhol silkscreen, and glossier than Marilyn’s lipstick. ABC’s The Lexicon of Love was a brilliantly distinctive debut album, fizzing with bright ideas, and unapologetically flamboyant. Frontman Martin Fry harked back to a golden era of luxe, as though Cole Porter had been re-imagined among the narrow streets of Sheffield. Little wonder his sleek, opulent, and beautiful debut retains the affection of listeners four decades on. With good reason, it has stood the test of time. And so has Martin Fry, who will bring an evening of stripped-back music and conversation to UK theatres in celebration. His intimate tour follows a sold-out tour of the UK, which included three sell out nights at London Palladium, and coincides with the publication of his autobiography. That’s the look, that’s the look… The Look of love.
* Meet’n’greet packages and VIP packages are both available.
Meet'n'greet - Your MnG package will involve a pre-show meet'n'greet with Martin Fry, including a photograph and autograph, with best seats, and an exclusive ABC goody bag.
VIP - Your VIP package will include the next best seats in the auditorium and a goody bag. Please note this package does not include a meet and greet.
HEAVEN CAN WAIT - MEATLOAF TRIBUTE SHOW
Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits – Heaven Can Wait.
Following a SOLD OUT tour of Spain in 2024, This showstopping concert launches across Europe in 2025.
Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Brady and an awesome band made up of the UKs most highly skilled and reputable rock musicians and female rock vocalists … this spellbinding concert will take you on a rollercoaster ride of Meatloafs greatest hits of all time including – Anything For Love – Bat Out Of Hell – Paradise By The Dashboard Light – Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth – Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad – Dead Ringer For Love and many, many more.
RBO: BALLET TO BROADWAY- WHEELDON WORKS (12A)
The Royal Ballet
BALLET TO BROADWAY: WHEELDON WORKS
Live streamed event
Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works. Fool’s Paradise, The Two of Us, Us, An American in Paris: four works showing the remarkable choreographic range of The Royal Ballet's Artistic Associate, Christopher Wheeldon.
FOOL’S PARADISE
Luminescent and shimmering, Fool’s Paradise marked the first of Wheeldon’s many collaborations with composer Joby Talbot. It was created in 2007 for Wheeldon’s own company, Morphoses, and first performed in 2012 by The Royal Ballet.
THE TWO OF US
The wistful songs of Joni Mitchell set the scene for the UK premiere of The Two of Us, a duet of deep intimacy and yearning. It was created in 2020 for the Fall for Dance Festival in New York, and had American ballet dancers Sarah Mearns and David Hallberg in its original cast.
US (DUET)
Us is a tender duet danced by two men. It was created in 2017 for BalletBoyz and is set to Keaten Henson’s music.
AN AMERICAN IN PARIS (BALLET)
The Royal Ballet celebrates Wheeldon’s extraordinary success in musical theatre by performing the ballet scene from his Tony Award-winning musical An American in Paris. Set to Gershwin’s jazzy melodies, the musical is inspired by the 1951 film of the same name starring Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron. The musical went on to win four Tony awards. The full musical depicts a blossoming romance between the American G.I. Jerry Mulligan and a French ballerina, Lise Dassin. The ballet excerpt was Wheeldon’s take on one of the most memorable scenes from the film – an extended sequence in which the two central characters dance through Paris.
Cast:
To be confirmed
Creatives:
CHOREOGRAPHY Christopher Wheeldon
CONDUCTOR Koen Kessels
ORCHESTRA Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Music:
Joby Talbot
Joni Mitchell
Keaton Henson
George Gershwhin
HOMETOWN GLORY: ADELE BY CANDLELIGHT (PIANO SHOW)
Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert
The Award-winning Adele Tribute Starring Natalie Black
The most intimate of evenings – a candlelit recital of Adele’s delightful songbook, performed absolutely live.
An acclaimed pianist delicately accompanies the devastatingly-talented Natalie Black as Adele.
A gorgeous must-see, not only for Adele fans, but for anyone wishing to enjoy a very special, golden evening of hits to take your breath away.
Multi-award-winning Natalie delivers her most vulnerable performance yet, taking her famous production – which has toured the globe since 2011 – to the next, absorbing level.
Natalie’s unrivalled likeness in both vocal quality and appearance will make this a night to remember.
All your most-loved Adele songs, from Adele’s four platinum-selling albums, feature: Set Fire to the Rain, Make You Feel my Love, Someone Like You, I Drink Wine, and sooo many more.
Showcasing the talents of the world’s most in-demand costume makers and musical arrangements to die for. . . the stage is perfectly set for Natalie’s pitch-perfect vocals.
Expect not only a glamorous evening of incredible music – including Adele’s famous frocks! – but also a night of fun and warmth as the singer’s inimitable personality is brought to life – all warmly wrapped up with beautiful storytelling. Even the infamous Adele cackle features!!!
Natalie’s meticulously crafted resemblance has resulted in many screen appearances, including a cameo role in the 2020 hit film Greed, alongside Steve Coogan; ITV’s This Morning, and the video for the Christmas No1 by LadBaby.
So, come and see what all the fuss is about, and get involved in a night of pure fun and entertainment not to be missed.
Multi-award Winner
The Best Tribute Act to Adele - National Tribute Music Awards, National Agents Association
“Right at the top of the tribute apex of sheer talent”
“True live music being played by real professionals”
UK Review
Website: adele-tribute.net
Facebook: facebook.com/HometownGlory2
X: twitter.com/HometownGlory1
YouTube: https://youtu.be/HZEUJJpCClA
QWEEN UK
Please be aware, this production contains flashing lights that may affect those with photosensitive conditions.
The premier UK Queen tribute band consisting of four experienced and professionally seasoned musicians, with a shared passion to produce and successfully deliver live, the definitive “Queen live experience” on stage to a very high standard.
QWEEN UK are fronted by the highly talented singer and musician Billy West who has over thirty years professional experience working as the eclectic legend that is Freddie Mercury. QWEEN UK’s extensive live repertoire encompasses all the “classic” Queen songs as well as their subtle and much-loved acoustic arrangements respectively.
The following is a list of current live set(s) songs;
One Vision, Don’t Stop Me Now, It’s a Kind of Magic, I Want it All, Under Pressure, Friends Will be Friends, It’s a Hard Life
Fat Bottomed Girls, The Show Must Go On, Who Wants to Live Forever, Hammer to Fall, Somebody to Love, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Break fFree, I Was Born to Love You, Living on my Own, Another One Bites the Dust, Radio Gaga, Bohemian Rhapsody, We are the Champions, We Will Rock You, Tie Your Mother Down, Days of our Lives, Love of My Life, God Save the Queen.
(Set lists vary per performance)
FLEETING RUMOURS
Fleeting Rumours are the North’s premier Tribute band to Fleetwood Mac. Getting that special blend of vocals, guitars, keyboards and drums to an exceptional level of authenticity.
Every member of the six piece band are seasoned musicians and singers renowned in their own field.
Fleeting Rumours cover all decades of Fleetwood Mac’s back catalogue. Including the early years with Peter Green performing songs like “Black Magic woman” and “Oh Well”.
The performance is based around the songs from the album Rumours but the band also play hits from Stevie Nicks solo career, before moving on to songs like “Sweet Little Lies” and “Everywhere" from Tango in the night.
Fleetwood Mac are one of the biggest bands in the world and the Rumours album selling over 100 Million copies worldwide. Fleeting Rumours focus on bringing the history of the hits to the performance and show “Big Love” and authenticity to Fleetwood Mac.
LET'S ROCK THIS COUNTRY
‘Let’s Rock this Country’ with Shania & Friends
A high energy, fast paced, fully live tribute to the Queen of country pop, SHANIA TWAIN. Shania Twain is the top-selling female country artist of all time with hits such as: Man! I Feel Like a Woman, From This Moment, That Don’t Impress Me Much, Who’s Bed Have Your Boots Been Under and many more.
Following the sensational tribute to this Country Pop Icon, our second half takes you on musical journey, celebrating some of the greatest Country stars the 90’s & 00’s, we may even throw in some of the old classics! Including, artists such as, Garth Brooks, Faith Hill, The Chicks, LeAnne Rimes, Lady A and more.
The whole show is backed by the amazingly talented Big Music City Band, made up of some of the country’s top musicians, bringing you an authentic Nashville vibe, leaving you singing and dancing in the aisles!
SCOTT BENNETT: STUFF (16+)
As heard on BBC Radio 4!
As a society we love stuff, it’s a statement about who we are and who we want to be. But apparently, this message is at odds with the looming environmental crisis. We’re now struggling to balance these worlds, to focus on the things that bring us real connections and nourish the soul. Award-winning Comedian and Award-winning Product Designer, Scott Bennett is desperately trying to cleanse his life of stuff, but is this even possible anymore?
Tour support for Mickey Flanagan, Rob Brydon Jason Manford, and John Bishop. The star of Live at the Apollo, The News Quiz, The Now Show, The Ultimate Choice and Chortle Best Club Comedian Nominee 2022.
“Without doubt live comedy’s best kept secret” Evening Standard
"Great material, great delivery, a very funny man" Rob Brydon
"Brilliantly funny, a joy to watch" Chris Ramsey
“Bennett is a stand-up in fine control of his material, his delivery and his image, a masterclass in adding a frisson of ‘in the moment’ unpredictability to otherwise tightly written routines” **** Chortle
Run time to be confirmed.
NIK KERSHAW: MUSINGS AND LYRICS
An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik Kershaw.
Nik Kershaw exploded onto the UK pop scene in 1984. A string of global hit singles including ‘Wouldn’t it Be Good’, ‘The Riddle’ and ‘I Won’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me’ saw him languish for 62 weeks on the UK Singles Chart, making him the UK's biggest selling solo artist that year. In 1985, he performed at Live Aid. After stepping out of the limelight to concentrate on writing and producing, Nik wrote Chesney Hawkes’s ‘The One and Only’ and collaborated with Elton John, Lulu, Petula Clark, The Hollies, Ronan Keating, Jason Donovan, Let Loose, Sia, Imogen Heap, Gary Barlow and Bonnie Tyler. In 1998, Nik returned to performing and has been crafting critically acclaimed albums ever since. Now he’s ready to look back with an intimate evening to coincide with the release of his new book. Expect songs, stories, and silliness from one of the nation’s most-loved performers.