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Heaven Can Wait – A Tribute to the Music of Meat Loaf

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Saturday 1st November 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits.

Following a SOLD OUT tour of Spain in 2024, this show stopping concert launches across Europe in 2025.

Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Brady and an awesome band made up of the UK’s most highly-skilled and reputable rock musicians and female rock vocalists. . . this spellbinding concert will take you on a rollercoaster ride of Meat Loaf’s 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.

 

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Irish Annie’s

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Wednesday 14th May 2025 at 7:30pm


by Bill Elms Productions and Asa Murphy for one night only

Come on down for a session at Irish Annie’s pub, a musical
play by Asa Murphy celebrating the best of Irish culture, from the music
through to the comedy. Featuring a live 5-piece band Shenanigans.

Meet landlady Annie and her regular madcap customers for a
fun night out of comedy and music, featuring original songs written for the
show by Asa Murphy, along with your all-time favourite Irish tunes including
Tell Me Ma, Dirty Old Town, The Wild Rover, Danny Boy and many more.The show has audiences laughing, singing, and
dancing the night away.

Starring TV legend Ricky Tomlinson (The Royle Family), also
starring Lynn Francis, Asa Murphy, Richard Barry, Lynne Fitzgerald and Nathan
Murphy. Featuring brand new songs and characters, it has also been known for a
special guest to walk through the pub doors too.

Produced by Bill Elms Productions and Asa
Murphy.

 

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Katie Hopkins: Batsh*t Bonkers Britain

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Thursday 15th May 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Click to join the waiting list

Are
you ready to escape the madness here in Britain?

Then
why not come join Katie Hopkins for her BRAND NEW tour for 2025 Batsh*t
Bonkers Britain 
and remember what it’s like to have a proper belly
laugh. 

Katie’s
daily ‘Batsh*t Bonkers’ briefing is now the most trusted source of news for
those wanting a speedy update on what's actually going on, with a side order of
snark and laughter.

Whether
it’s poking fun at sickly sweet celebrities, sticking two fingers up at
hypocrites in charge, or tearing herself a new one, Katie is unapologetically
bold. This is a laugh out loud escape for all the adults in your family.

“Having
spent time in the media, I know how these idiots operate and I am calling them
out on their nonsense”.

Katie
adds “People are told to believe stuff that they can see with their own eyes is
simply not true. That is the definition of madness. I’d love to take credit for
Batsh*t Bonkers but honestly, most days, it writes itself”.

What
the public say about Katie's shows: 

“I
haven’t laughed like that in years” Sue, Glasgow

“I
don’t find women funny. But this bird is bloody hysterical” Simon, Leeds.

“Next
time I am wearing my TENA LADY’s” Pam, Swindon. 

“It’s
so refreshing to hear someone who doesn’t care about pleasing others. She
shoots from the hip” Claire, Newcastle

“Katie
is my daily dose of sanity” Michael, London

“Katie
is a national treasure. Protect her at all costs” Colin, Stafford

The
Batsh*t Bonkers Britain UK Tour runs from May through July 2025. With more
dates and venues than ever before, there’s a place for everyone. No matter what
your views or beliefs, your age or your background we can all agree we need to
laugh together and feel better. And that’s what Katie Hopkins promises to
deliver.

Katie
says: “For almost 20 years in the public eye I have stayed true to my beliefs.
I am beyond thrilled to have a platform on which to shine a light about the
things that matter to regular people in the UK. I have no paymaster and no one
to please. I’m here telling it like it is because I really want people to know
they are not alone. Being a part of this tour is not about me; it's about
knowing you belong. And together we will laugh hard at the insanity that
surrounds us”.

 

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Kerry Ellis – Queen of the West End

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Wednesday 24th September 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in musical theatre’s biggest roles, making shows her own and earning her numerous awards.

Her list of credits is remarkable and also includes Oliver!, Cats, Miss Saigon, Chess, The War Of The Worlds, and Anything Goes, among many others. She has recorded 4 studio albums, and toured the world both as a solo artist and with her good friend Sir Brian May. And now the star who grew up admiring musical theatre icons Liza Minnelli and Barbra Streisand is looking back on her illustrious career.

Singing songs from the biggest musicals and telling stories about how she came to play roles, this is a unique opportunity to see and hear the West End’s biggest hits in a very intimate setting on a tour of the UK. Don’t miss it.

 

Legends of American Country

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Thursday 29th January 2026 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by
millions on TV, Europe’s No.1 multi-award-winning show "The
Legends of American Country",
 this hit country show returns for
another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country nostalgia!

The upcoming tour will showcase highly
acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Don Williams, Patsy
Cline, Hank Williams, Tammy Wynette
 and Kenny Rogers and
new tributes to icons Alan Jackson, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks and the
new kid on the block Luke Combs 
 with countless other well-known
singalong hit songs  in this must-see musical extravaganza.

"Pure raw Classic  Country at its
best" – CMT

The show also features three superb singers
 who are all accompanied by a fantastic  live band of musicians.
Watch that real authentic Tennessee sound coupled with an authentic stage set
and state-of-the-art production that is guaranteed to transport you all the
way, hand clapping and toe-tapping, to Nashville and back in one night.

One thing is for sure, if it’s Country music
you like then this is the only show in town!

Over 2,000 5-star reviews! 

Country Music Northern Ireland “As
good as Country show that you will see live anywhere outside Nashville “ 

Hot Country TV  “fantastic show
of nostalgic country at its best with superb vocalists and musicians “

 

Living the Life of Riley

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Wednesday 16th July 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma!

Starring Vicky Entwistle as Joanne Riley and Leah Bell as “Grandma”

• Strutting Player – Its raw! Its uncomfortable! It’s Hilarious! – Edinburgh Fringe
• Culture Vulture – Beautifully written and full of touching moments – Edinburgh Fringe

What our audience said:
** A brilliant story, true to life, a couple of tears but many laughs… Highly recommended. **
** The trials and tribulations of family life with serious issues and serious laughter, a fabulous cast and an amazing show. **
** Although very real and sad at times, it makes you realise you are not alone. **

 

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I’m Every Whitney Live

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Friday 26th September 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

The spectacular tribute to the Queen of Pop starring Kieshia Chun & her Million Dollar Band. Kieshia is one of the UK’s Best International Tribute Acts who began her exciting musical voyage of artistic discovery in 1996. Since then, she has used constant collaboration and exploration to shape the signature sound that echoes that of the late, great Whitney Houston.

Kieshia gained her experiences working with the likes of Maxi Priest and the Four Tops as well as performing at large corporate events with some impressive venues to welcome her. Whitney has been the soundtrack to Kieshia’s life and so it seemed only natural to pay homage to her idol.

As an eternal fan of Whitney, and with the power to match her vocals, Kieshia’s 29-years of experience enables her to offer a top quality performance for every occasion.

 

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Mitch Garlington presents An Evening of Mediumship

    VARIETY

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Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

A Demonstration of Mediumship

Come along to a magical evening with spiritual medium Mitch Garlington bringing the two worlds together. Mitch has been working for the spirit world for over 13 years plus, Mitch's evenings always leave people feeling a little better then when he first found them.

It's a complete honour and privilege, to reconnect audience members with their loved ones in the spirit world. Mitch's nights always include lots of love, laughter, a bit of camp and sparkle and high vibe energy.

That is the pure gift of mediumship being able to act as a bridge for the two worlds to inter link as one.

 

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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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Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green

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Friday 21st February 2025 at 7:30pm


For one night only

Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder
of the original Fleetwood Mac. Guitarist Remi Harris will be joined by
vocalist Dave Small, bassist Tom Moore and Shane Dixon on drums to
perform music from throughout Peter Green's career. Including such
classics as Man Of The World, Black Magic Woman, Need Your Love So Bad,
Albatross and The Green Manalishi (With The Two Prong Crown).