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Jive Talkin’

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Friday 31st January 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and
THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original
Bee Gees!
 

In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin' performed LIVE on HEART
FM with THE BEE GEES and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry
Gibb.

As with the original Bee Gees, Jive Talkin' is very much a family
affair, with brothers Gary and Darren Simmons taking the roles of Barry and
Maurice Gibb, with Darren's son Jack joining the group in 2014 and taking on
the role of Robin Gibb. The guys are supported musically by a four piece band
with Lead Guitar, Violin, Cello and Drums, to ensure that every note in every
song is just right!

Wherever the group play they receive superb plaudits; "The
Soundalike quality is quite sensational" (The Stage), "Amazing
similarity to the real Bee Gees" (Wakefield Express), Absolutely Brilliant
(Maurice Gibb), WOW (Barry Gibb)………

For a truly amazing experience and an opportunity to hear all the
great Bee Gees hits; Tragedy, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Stayin Alive, Jive
Talkin, etc, in a 2 hour explosion of music and vocal harmony, this is a night
not to be missed!

 

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Bingo That’s Bonkers

    VARIETY

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Friday 27th September 2024 at 8:30pm


For one night only

Bingo Thats Bonkers is here. This is a fun, thrilling, hysterical take on the good old famous game of bingo.

You will be on the edge of you seat singing and cheering.
Oh, what a feeling, When we're dancing on the ceiling.

So come on down. Grab your tickets while you can and scream BINGO as loud as you can!

 

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Matricks Illusion: Reimagined

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Sunday 6th October 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

After appearing in the Live Finals of Britain's Got Talent and performing at Wembley Arena, Matricks Illusion is excited to bring you their new production of Reimagined!

Taking the classics of magic and reimagining them with a modern twist, this is their most dynamic and innovative show yet. Balancing comedy and charm with mystery and thrill, Reimagined is a show for all the family and not to be missed!

"We Weren't Expecting That!" Simon Cowell
"Absolutely Brilliant" Bradley Walsh
"Epic" The Mirror

 

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The Cavern Beatles

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Friday 11th October 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

On February 9th 1961, The Beatles made the first of their 292 appearances at the now legendary Cavern Club in Mathew Street, Liverpool.

50 years on, The Cavern Beatles, a band fully endorsed and licensed by the same club will be coming to a venue near you with their remarkable show.

The show is a Magical History Tour through the works of the greatest pop music phenomenon. Replicating, in both sight and sound, the excitement and energy of Beatlemania, the psychedelic era of Sgt. Pepper, and the creative masterpieces of The White Album and Abbey Road.

Four costume changes and lighting scenes compliment the changes in musical complexity as the show develops to it’s climax.

The band’s cast members, as well as being talented instrumentalists and singers, are hugely dedicated Beatle fans, intent on recreating their individual character on stage. Their uncanny vocal resemblance to the Fab Four is due to their upbringing in the same place…Liverpool.

As ambassadors of “The most famous club in the world”, The Cavern Beatles bring to the stage the music that has now influenced 3 generations.

Their breath-taking attention to detail has drawn the attention of German music companies, Hofner Guitars and Pyramid Strings, both of whom now endorse them with their products.

With their widespread appeal being more apparent than ever in the varying age groups that continue to follow the band, The Cavern Beatles are widely regarded as being as close to the real thing as they are ever likely to get.

A special feature of the spring 2019 show will be a recreation of the Savile Row "rooftop concert" of 29th January 1969

The band’s cast members, are all talented instrumentalists and singers, and hugely dedicated Beatle fans, with the intention of recreating their individual characters on stage. Their uncanny vocal resemblance to the Fab Four is due to their upbringing in the same place… Liverpool.

The Cavern Beatles are widely regarded as being as close to the real thing as they are ever likely to get and their widespread appeal is being more apparent.

 

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Jack and the Beanstalk – 2024/25 Pantomime

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From Sat 23rd November 2024 to Sun 5th January 2025


by Tom Rolfe Productions – 37 shows to choose from.

Fe Fi Fo Fum wanna see a Panto that's full of family FUN?


Extended Run through to 5th January 2025 due to massive demand! 

Head down to Blackburn Empire Theatre as Tom Rolfe Productions (same team behind Cinderella and Beauty and the Beast) proudly present a brand new GIANT adaptation of the much loved family classic JACK AND THE BEANSTALK!

Giant Blunderbore is on the search for some new additions for his massive menu….will the people of Giggleside survive? Will the Trot's have to sell their beloved cow Daisy? Will everyone live happily ever after? Find out by booking your tickets today. It's going to be Fe Fi Fo FUN for all the family!

Don't miss out! Beauty and the Beast was our biggest Panto ever so don't delay book today!

 

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Lollypops and Moptops

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Sunday 8th June 2025 at 2:30pm


For one night only

Lollypops & Moptops is a must see show for all 50’s & 60s music fans, a trip down nostalgia lane for those that can remember the 50’s & 60’s first time round and a fantastic day out for those who want to experience and missed out on the days of Lollypops and Moptops. 

Join funny man Alan Mosca – Formerly of Freddie & The Dreamers and the former compère of the 60s touring show The Sensational Sixties Experience as he retells the stories of yesteryear with song and a touch of comedy, Rave on with Buddy Walker as he brings back to life the look and feel of Buddy Holly, who can forget hits like Oh Boy, True Love Ways plus many more. 

Walk Right Back with 2017 National Music Tribute Award Winners The Temple Brothers who are well known throughout the world for their fabulous tribute to The Everly Brothers, Steve & Colin Temple are genuine real life brothers and for over 15 years they have toured with their unique harmonies and uncanny look and feel of Don and Phil, performing beautiful songs such as All I Have To Do Is Dream, Let It Be Me, Cathy’s Clown, Crying In The Rain plus many more, and finally The awesome Dreamers – Formerly Freddie & The Dreamers as they recreate hits including You Were Made For Me, I’m Telling You Now, Over You, If You Gotta Make A Fool Of Somebody plus many more. Lollypops and Moptops is a 2 hour show which has been described as pure class, nostalgia and fun for all the family. Lollypops & Moptops the must see show for 2025!!

 

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Wonders of Our Universe

    FAMILY

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Wednesday 9th April 2025 at 2:00pm


For one night only

Immerse yourself in an evening of exploration, each second meticulously crafted to produce a visually stunning and emotionally charged journey through the cosmos, delivered in a distinctive storytelling style, allowing imaginations to roam free and inspiring minds, both young and old alike. Stars, planets, galaxies, black holes, the search for life beyond Earth…we’ll explore them all, as well as taking a poignant look at ‘The Power of Smallness’ and something truly profound and inspirational for our younger audience members, ‘Destiny’.

A wonderful show of inspiring family entertainment for all ages with a stunning soundtrack and live presenter.

Presented by: Ian Hall FRAS – Astrophysicist

 

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Wow – That’s What I Call The 90s

    MUSIC

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Saturday 5th July 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Everyone knows it was the greatest decade EVER, so why not let 'Wow! That's What I Call The 90s' take you back?! 

Back to a purer time where distractions were fewer, human connections were real and music ruled the landscape. 

For a glorious evening, our magnificent six piece band will take you on a nostalgic joyride through the sights and sounds of the 1990s, from Girl Power to the Gallaghers, Boybands to BritPop, and everything in between.

There's no better way to sample the sounds and relive the emotions of an untouchable time in music and culture, than with 'Wow! That's What I Call The 90s'.

 

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Women in Rock

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Friday 28th March 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

You think you know rock?! GIRL now you do…Because The Night Belongs To Us!!

Join us
for a night of unforgettable and outrageous female rock!
The critically acclaimed Women in Rock UK tour is coming for one night
only, and this is a concert you don’t wanna miss!

Celebrating the sensationally strong female leaders of rock, including Blondie, Suzi Q, Janis
Joplin, Heart, Joan Jett, Pink, Kiki Dee, Bonnie Tyler, Cher and so many more! Hell yeah if
we Could Turn Back Time we’d go see them all in one night too – you go girls.

With a cast of world-class musicians and vocalists that deliver a blistering 2-hour
performance, you’ll be singing, dancing and rocking out from the off with hit after hit. Don’t
worry boys, there’s something here for everyone, it’s a bring-the-whole-family affair!

A show unlike any other with electric costume changes, soaring vocals, impressive
harmonies and audience interaction, you will not be disappointed. Join us for iconic songs
such as Piece Of My Heart, Black Velvet, You Oughta Know & Left Outside Alone as we
show you just what these women are made of. You’ll be left in awe of the vocal ability of the
Women in Rock cast and feeling like you can take on the world!
The reviews speak for themselves… So grab your mic, let your hair down and get your
tickets for the best night out ever!

 

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Ultimate 70s Show

    MUSIC

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Friday 4th April 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Travel back in time and relive the sights and sounds of the seventies. The Ultimate 70’s show rolls back the years and takes you on a roller coaster ride with a show encompassing all the biggest glam hits form that era.

It was the decade that time forgot – so dust off your tank tops, lace up your platform boots , spray on the Old Spice, it’s time to rock!! A six piece line up faithfully recreate huge anthems by Slade, T-Rex, Bowie, The Sweet, Mud, Alice Cooper to name a few.

The audience are encouraged to dress with the times and join in the fun in this high octane show.

Leave your inhibitions at the door for a night of pure seventies glam rock!!

Fancy dress not necessary but strongly encouraged!!