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Hey Jude! Get Back with The Beatles is a spectacular theatrical concert redefining how audiences experience The Beatles. More than just imitation, the show puts the music at its heart as it takes you on a Magical Mystery Tour through the band’s evolution - from the raw beginnings of Please Please Me and A Hard Day’s Night, to the artistry of Abbey Road and Let it Be. Blending faithful performances with state-of-the-art visuals, meticulous attention to detail, and world-class musicianship, Hey Jude! immerses audiences in sound and imagery that capture the band’s cultural impact. The result is more than just a tribute, it’s an authentic and boldly creative celebration of The Fab Four. Grab your tickets today, and journey down The Long and Winding Road through the back catalogue of the world’s greatest rock ’n’ roll band. It’s time to Get Back with The Beatles. Yesterday. Today. Forever. VIP ticket includes best seats in the house, plus signed programme and pre-show meet and greet. Please arrive at merch stand one hour before show start time.

Middle Ground Theatre Company Ltd presents The Signalman By Charles Dickens Directed and designed by Michael Lunney Adapted for the stage by by Francis Evelyn Starring Chris Walker and John Burton with James Morley, Bruce Chattan and Adam Mort. Middle Ground Theatre Company Ltd is delighted to present their hugely successful production of Charles Dickens' nerve-tingling ghostly masterpiece The Signalman. Set in 1880, this is the exquisitely unnerving tale of a tormented signalman who is haunted by visions of impending disaster on his isolated stretch of line. Can a well meaning traveler, who chances upon the lonely signal box while out walking, calm the man’s fears before he spirals into self destruction? Featuring a stunning set and video projections, this is the perfect way to spend a dark autumn or winter's evening... Chris Walker is probably best known for his fifteen years playing Rob Hollins in Doctors, as well as regular roles in Merseybeat, Playing the Field, The Bill and Coronation Street. John Burton is best known for his ongoing portrayal of Sergeant Goodfellow in the hugely successful worldwide series Father Brown.

The Bay City Rollers are one of the most iconic pop bands of the 70s and became a global sensation with hits like Bye Bye Baby, Saturday Night and Shang-a-lang. Selling over 300 million records worldwide, the Bay City Rollers attracted fans of all ages and a phenomenon known as Rollermania swept across the globe with legions of devoted fans kitted out in their trademark tartan. Now, 50 years later, original member, Stuart “Woody” Wood, of the Classic five is still flying the tartan flag joined by a fantastic and energetic new line-up. 2024 saw the release of a new studio album Keep on Rollin’ which combines brand new songs and new versions of some of their classic hits re-recorded with fresh energy and enthusiasm. The Bay City Rollers are currently touring the UK, Canada and Ireland this year bringing their infectious pop-rock anthems to a venue near you. So, dig out your tartan and Keep on Rollin’ with the Bay City Rollers! VIP tickets include a ticket to the event (best seat in the house) plus a Meet and Greet with the band before the show.

Live Next To The Apollo, the celebrated premier stand-up comedy club which resides at the iconic Riverside Studios in London - just down the street from THE legendary Hammersmith Apollo! Jen Brister is a critically acclaimed stand up comedian and writer who has been seen on BBC’s Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, Frankie Boyle’s New World Order, Hypothetical and Sara Pascoe’s Comedy Lectures on Dave. She is a regular performer on the UK and international comedy circuits and has written and performed on BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Now Show and presented for BBC 6 Music. Esther Manito is a comedian from Essex, her comedy revolves around motherhood, identity and her Lebanese father’s hilarious takes on life. A former teacher, she began her comedy career a decade ago and became a finalist of the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny? award that same year. Her meteoric rise culminated in back-to-back, sell-out national tours in 2024 and 2025. Esther has provided tour support for comic heavy weights such as Alan Davies, Shappi Khorsandi, Sindhu Vee, Jason Manford, Jo Brand and Al Murray. You will have seen her on Live at the Apollo, The Stand Up Sketch Show (ITV) and Hypothetical (Dave) to name but a few. Jeff Innocent is a multi award winning comedian Jeff Innocent has reached legendary status among his peers and audiences alike by staying at the top of his game for almost 3 decades. Widely acknowledged as one of the UK's top headline acts and comperes. His unique appeal lies in the contrast between his East End 'geezer’ appearance and demeanour, and his educated, philosophical delivery and culturally relevant subject matter. Always original, he continues to cement his position within the history of British stand up comedians, winning multiple prestigious comedy awards including British Comedian of the Year and Best Live Club Comedian at the UK Comedy Awards. He has recently acquired a whole new generation of fans, through his online viral video clips which have clocked up over 10,000,000 views. Jeff has made many television appearances as an actor, stand-up and presenter on BBC 1, BBC 2, BBC 3, Channel 4, ITV 1. Eli Hart was a finalist in the Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year 2024 awards and then went on to win the BBC New Comedy Awards in 2025. He has a remarkable astuteness for the minutiae of mundane existence. He wears his glum disappointment with pride, and has a downbeat deadpan delivery that suits his West Midlands accent so well. Imagine a Brummie, even gloomier young Jack Dee! Age restriction: 16+. Adult language and themes. Very occasionally acts may change from that advertised, due to their TV and tour commitments, which are beyond our control. Be assured we will always bill a premium line-up with laughs guaranteed!

Alan Carr is back on tour and his lips are unsealed! With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing, Alan’s ready to dish some drama. Expect stories of dipping into the dating pool, navigating showbiz green rooms and a sprinkling of tales from the Traitors turret. Please note: these shows take place in 2027.

Written by Willy Russell, the legendary BLOOD BROTHERS tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences. Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning BLOOD BROTHERS. The production ran for more than 10,000 performances in London’s West End, one of only five musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the ‘Standing Ovation Musical’, as inevitably it “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval” (The Daily Mail). The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.

THE ONLY UK TOURING SHOW DEDICATED TO THE MAESTRO AND LEGEND BARRY WHITE! Direct from the USA, a critically- acclaimed revue featuring the incredible vocalist William Hicks also known as “the big man with the big voice” 100 million records sold, 20 gold and 10 platinum singles – the world loves Barry White and Barry White loved the world. You’re the First, the Last, My Everything; Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe; You See the Trouble with Me; Never, Never Gonna Give You Up; Just the Way You Are; What Am I Gonna Do With You and, of course, Let the Music Play... you’re never more than a song away from another million-selling hit. Hailing from Atlanta Georgia, William’s mesmerising stage presence effortlessly recreates the distinctive style and silky-smooth bass-baritone vocals of the three-time Grammy Award-winner. Joined on stage by his live band, Soul Unlimited and support by the stunning Motown Supreme Dreamgirls – with incredible attention to detail, this show has really “got it together” with William coming “as close to the real man himself as is possible.” “William’s vocal and deliverance is phenomenal and this show is simply stunning” Eddie Holland (Motown Legendary Songwriter Holland-Dozier-Holland) If you love Soul and Motown -book your seats now! Let the Music Play!

He has outsold the likes of Beyonce in Ireland, performed for the Pope, sold out venues across the world; and is one of the most prolific touring artists in the UK. Now, as he releases his new album ‘Music Man’, Ireland’s top entertainer Nathan Carter has announced a brand new UK tour! Born in Liverpool to Irish parents from County Down, Nathan Carter has released 13 studio albums and 6 live albums, with a sound that traverses pop, Irish folk, country music and timeless ballads. With tracks such as ‘Wagon Wheel’ and ‘I Wanna Dance’ becoming huge hits, he is one of Ireland’s biggest artists, who has outsold One Direction, Pharrell Williams and Michael Bublé. He also became the first Irish country act to reach number 1 in the Irish charts in 2013 after Garth Brooks, six years before. His new album ‘Music Man’ features 11 tracks including the hugely successful single 'Dance With Everybody' and the new song 'Dear Elizabeth'.

DIRECT FROM LONDON’S WEST END The first national tour of the greatest musicals of all time performed by a sensational live band and character singers, giant screen with sing along lyrics make this the must see show of 2026/27. MAMMA MIA, THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, DIRTY DANCING, LES MIS, PHANTOM, ROCKY HORROR, MARY POPPINS, OLIVER, WE WILL ROCK YOU and many more.

WHITNEY. BEYONCÉ. GAGA. BRITNEY. TINA. CHER. THE SPICE GIRLS. CÉLINE… AND SO MANY MORE.. Welcome to QUEENZ - BATTLE OF THE DIVAS! Vocals that will BLOW. YOUR. MIND. Every note - 100% LIVE. They’ve headlined in Las Vegas, supported global icons Chappell Roan & Christina Aguilera, and sold over 250,000 tickets worldwide. Now, the Queenz go head-to-head - taking on hits from over 20 legendary divas in the ultimate fight for pop supremacy. Expect powerhouse vocals, killer choreography, and jaw-dropping costumes in a party packed with non-stop anthems. “I LOVE Queenz! You gals can REALLY sing!” - Dawn French Who wins? YOU DECIDE! *Expect bold, cheeky, and unapologetically adult humour throughout. LIMITED AVAILABILITY – RINGSIDE SEATS! For a limited number of seats, you won’t just get a better view - you’ll control the show. Decide who sings next, who wins the rounds, and face the ultimate question… WHO SNATCHES THE CROWN? Digitally interactive and hilariously unpredictable, this is Queenz like you’ve never experienced before. *Ringside Seats are subject to availability and interactions and outcomes may vary from performance to performance. By purchasing tickets, audiences acknowledge that the experience includes adult humour and live audience interaction. Content is spontaneous, unpredictable, and all part of the fun.

Dartford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society present... Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Take a fantasmagorical musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming’s children’s book, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is one family-friendly blockbuster that audiences will find “Truly Scrumptious”. Eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts, sets about restoring an old race car with the help of his children, Jeremy and Jemima. They soon discover the car is magic and has the ability to float and take flight. When the evil Baron Bomburst of Vulgaria desires the magic car for himself, the family joins forces with Truly and Grandpa Potts to outwit the dastardly Baron and his villainous henchman, the Child Catcher. Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Music by Special Arrangement with Sony/ATV Publishing Adapted for the Stage by Jeremy Sams Based on the MGM Motion Picture. Licensed Script Adapted by Ray Roderick This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI www.mtishows.co.uk

Everyone’s annoying cousin, Ed Gamble, is going back on tour in 2027 across the UK & Ireland with some more of his stand-up grot. So come and see the self-appointed Crown Prince of Visualised Companion Podcasts harrumph about the stage. Co-host of the award-winning mega-hit podcast Off Menu with James Acaster, host of visualised spin-offs The Traitors: Uncloaked and Taskmaster The Podcast, as well as new upcoming panel show Unacceptable airing this summer, Ed’s brand-new tour, Fresh Hell, follows his biggest ever sold-out world tour across Europe, North America and Australasia.

SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO BARE EVERYTHING! Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the iconic film, The EVERYMAN THEATRE, CHELTENHAM and BUXTON OPERA HOUSE in association with MARK GOUCHER and DAVID PUGH present The Full Monty. Back by popular demand, the boys are returning with a major national tour! There are no heroes in Simon Beaufoy’s heartfelt play, just a group of lads trying to regain their dignity and pride. This fast and funny play is still very much of our time, as again we are hit by a costof-living crisis. Gaz and his mates are down on their luck and feel they have been thrown on the scrap heap, but they are determined to fight back and bare a little more than they ever thought they would have to. As in the 1997 smash hit film, this production is a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs, laughs and heartbreak. Book now to relive the music of the 90’s and have a great night out in the company of our group of lads as they work to put on the show of their lives.

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.  Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are watching Michael Jackson himself. The show features a live band, dazzling costumes and the performer's iconic dance routines. It also showcases the greatest hits of Michael Jackson and also of The Jackson 5 including Beat It, Billie Jean, Thriller and Man in the Mirror. Please note that this is a tribute production not associated with or endorsed by the Michael Jackson Estate. Age restriction: Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult 18+