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The Scummy Mummies: GREATEST HITS

    COMEDY

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Wednesday 6th November 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Join Ellie and Helen as they celebrate ten years of scumminess!

For a decade now, the Scummy Mummies have been touring their hit comedy show to sold-out audiences around the country.

Now they’re bringing all their most-loved songs, sketches, and stand-up together for a night that will make you laugh till you wee.
Guaranteed to make you feel normal about your parenting skills, or very smug about being child-free. Bring your gin-in-a-tin, pop a panty liner in, and let’s party!
“Highly recommended! 5 stars” – One4Review
“Very funny” – The Guardian
“Hilarious” – Broadway Baby

 

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The Straits UK

    MUSIC

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Saturday 28th September 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Founded in 2018, The Straits UK are made up of six musicians all with a passion for delivering quality music
and performance every time.

Residing in the North East of England, the idea to form a tribute to Dire Straits originated with the frontman
and drummer, who happen to be father and son. They have both been life long Dire Straits fans, meaning
attention to detail is second to none.

Performing all the hits from The Dire Straits back catalogue, with authenticity that has been likened to
‘listening to the real thing’ by many.

Come with us to experience and re-live the unmistakable guitar and keyboard sounds of the Alchemy, Wembley ’85, On Every Street tours and much more!

 

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The Rod Stewart Songbook

    MUSIC

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Friday 14th February 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe’s foremost tribute. Along with his sensational live band, you will be taken on a musical journey spanning 50 years, when one of rock music’s greatest icons sold over 250 million records worldwide. These unforgettable hits include Sailing, Maggie May, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy, Some Guys Have All The Luck, Baby Jane, Rhythm Of My Heart, You Wear It Well, Hot Legs and many many more. 

Pete is a consummate professional, whose attention to detail shines through in every way, including stage presence and fabulous costumes. His vocal ability is unequaled and he has the closest voice in the business to the man himself. The Hull Daily Mail quoted on the 5th February 2020, “Pete McCall is the next best thing to seeing Rod himself”. Even the great Rod Stewart would be proud of the tribute paid to him by Pete McCall, in fact Rod’s sister Mary Cady, said to Pete “you were excellent”.

At the show you could easily think you were at an actual Rod Stewart concert, where the atmosphere is electric and the audience are encouraged to participate, sing along and even dance in the aisles. Unlike the majority of other theatre productions that use backing tracks, the band play 100% live, which provides that authentic flavour Rod was famous for. Wherever the venue your audience will be guaranteed a night they will never forget and will feel as though they have not just seen a show, but have had “an experience”.

 

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The Peter Kay Experience

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Thursday 25th April 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Carlton entertainment presents an evening of comedy with 2 of the UKs most in demand comedians… Simon Marks as Peter Kay and the outstanding comedy vocalist Marc Bolton.

Peter Kays 2010 tour is still officially in the Guinness world book of records as the biggest selling comedy tour of all time. Join us for an evening of laughter reminiscing over world famous jokes such as ‘Garlic Bread’ and ‘Its spitting’

 

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The Opera Boys – A Night at the Musicals

    MUSIC

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Friday 25th October 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

After a SOLD OUT show in 2023 The Opera Boys are back with A Night at the
Musicals, a fabulous evening of power-house vocals, immaculate 4-part harmony,
breath-taking musical medleys, stunning solo performances… and a few surprises!
Whether you’re a fan of modern day smash hit musicals like Jersey Boys, Mamma
Mia, Wicked and Frozen, prefer the classics from Cole Porter, George Gershwin
and Rodgers & Hammerstein, or adore the definitive masterpieces like Les
Misérables, Phantom of the Opera and West Side Story, this show has something
for everyone and is perfect for musical theatre lovers both young and old.
With beautiful vocal arrangements, spectacular close part harmony and a great
line in humour, The Opera Boys have been delighting audiences all over the world
with their unique show combining beautiful, powerful and emotional music with
funny, engaging and light-hearted entertainment.
The boys trained at some of the UK’s finest schools including The Royal Academy
of Music, and have each become highly successful performers in their own right.
Between them they have performed lead roles on London’s West End and on
Broadway in New York. They have performed as backing vocalists to some of the
world’s biggest superstars including Russell Watson, Robbie Williams, Tom Jones
and Elton John, and in 2015 one of the boys appeared as part of the Belgian entry
for The Eurovision Song Contest, performing to a global audience of 200 million,
and placing a very respectable 4th in the competition!
Together the boys have performed in theatres and concert halls throughout the
UK and have travelled all over the world performing their show. In 2018 they
performed as soloists with The National Symphony Orchestra.
They have been invited to perform at a number of prestigious events including the
10th Anniversary of the world’s most famous cruise ship, Cunard’s superliner
Queen Mary 2, and the inaugural voyage of P&O’s largest cruise ship Britannia,
launched by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

 

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The Magic of Science

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Friday 29th March 2024 at 2:30pm


For one night only

This is your opportunity to surround yourself with the mystery of magic, cleverly fused with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hold on to your seats as the Empire Theatre is transformed into a real-life science laboratory and lots of unbelievable "how did they do that!" moments. Experience non-stop action-packed interactive magical science experiments that will capture the imagination, a fast-moving and colourful magical science show, packed with mystery, suspense, and heaps of mess!

Top Secret is fun and entertaining for the whole family to enjoy along with inspiring and educating every young budding magician and scientist.

 

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The History Of Rock

    MUSIC

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Friday 31st May 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

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!

 

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The Greatest Star – Barbra Streisand Tribute Show

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Sunday 2nd June 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Barbra Streisand is, by far, one of the worlds best known artistes in recent times. The Broadway star went from dust to stardom in the blink of an eye, most famous for her role in Funny Girl, she is a phenomenon. With a career extending over 6 six decades, Barbra always had her role on the music scene. Whether it be the big stage, studios or TV, Barbra has always been a favourite.

Starring Kearra Bethany, as seen on ITV’s STARSTRUCK, ‘The Greatest Star – Barbra Streisand Tribute Show’ takes you on a magical musical journey through time as you sit back & relax enjoy the sounds of this fabulous ‘concert style’ production. Backed by a fabulous LIVE band, joined on stage by guest artistes for the iconic duets, it’ll bring back all the ‘Mem’ries’.

This 2 hour spectacular will have you singing along, tapping along and even laughing to the FABULOUS storyline. But most of all you’ll be with Kearra, celebrating songs such as ‘As If We Never Said Goodbye’, ‘No More Tears’, ‘Guilty’, ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade’, ‘Memory’ plus many more.

 

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The Freddie & QUEEN Experience

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Saturday 1st June 2024 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Along
with the many fans who mourn the loss of Freddie Mercury, The Freddie & The
Queen Experience, aim to celebrate the wealth of talent that came together in
Queen by recreating, with breathtaking accuracy, the style and excitement of a
LIVE Queen concert, which sadly, will never be seen with Freddie Mercury
again. 

The
Freddie & QUEEN Experience are the UK's Premier Queen & Freddie Mercury
Tribute Band who are internationally & critically acclaimed. 

The
band performs all over the world with sell out shows in the UK & abroad,
with most recently in UAE & Europe. They deliver a passionate & energy
packed show full of all QUEEN's greatest hits! 

Ian
as Freddie Mercury replicates Freddie Mercury's live shows with the looks,
mannerisms, vocals, charisma, passion, high energy & showmanship with fun
that Freddie was so loved, adored & famous for.

The
fully live 5 piece band consisting of some of finest musicians in the UK
perform with replica outfits instruments & perform a full recreation of
QUEEN's Live shows, based around QUEEN at there very best, the 86 'Magic tour'.
It's simply a great show not to be missed!

 

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Thank ABBA for the Music

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Saturday 8th February 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves!

Thank ABBA For The Music is a two-hour theatre ABBA-fest that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history's most successful and entertaining live bands.

Featuring all of ABBA's greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Take A Chance On Me, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! Knowing Me Knowing You, SOS, Fernando, Super Trouper and many more!

With stunning costumes, a 7-piece live band, interactive video projection, some tongue-in-cheek Swedish humour, and of course ABBA’s spectacular trademark harmonies – this is the ultimate feel-good party show!

ABBA and 70’s fancy dress optional…but encouraged!

★★★★★‘FABBATASTIC NIGHT OUT! – Times & Star
★★★★★ ‘THE BIGGEST PARTY WITH THE UK’S BEST ABBA TRIBUTE’ – The Sands Centre, Carlisle
★★★★★ ‘YOU WERE AMAZING!’ – The Sage Gateshead

 Disclaimer: Thank Abba For The Music is a tribute show and is not affiliated or endorsed by the original artist or management company.
 www.thankabbaforthemusic.co.uk