In her suburban living room, Beverly prepares for the impending arrival of her guests. She and husband Laurence will play host to neighbours Angela, Tony and Sue. As the alcohol flows and the ‘nibbles’ are handed around, Mike Leigh’s ruthless, achingly funny examination of 1970s British life begins...
£24
AGES 14+
ONE NIGHT IN DUBLIN
For nearly 15 years Middi and his legendary ‘Wild Murphys’ have been playing Irish music to the masses and now they’re bringing Murphys Pub to Harpenden. Come and join in the craic as this award winning seven piece Irish tribute band covers songs by the Pogues, The Dubliners, The Saw Doctors, Daniel O’ Donnel, Flogging Molly, Dropkick Murphys, Van Morrison and many more, in their own unique and upbeat style.
£25
RUBY WAX
Sat 16 Sept 7.30pm
The original idea behind this show was based on the extreme journeys that I wanted to take in order to find an antidote to living a frazzled life. Along the way I wanted to find meaning, peace, happiness – the stuff we’re all chasing. However, after some transcendent experiences, I ended up in a mental institution. Obviously, I didn’t find what I was looking for.
£29
Sat
The lights soften, the mood settles. An audience waits for that first moment of sound. The Big Band is poised, relaxed, but with eyes anxious for the lead. And then, as if giving body to an echo, the murmured notes of ‘Moonlight Serenade’… and the night, it seems, is suddenly full and timeless.
£27.50
Wed 11 - Sat 14 Oct 7.30pm, Sat Mat 2.30pm
Bringing high-quality musical theatre to Harpenden for over 70 years and back by popular demand following its stunning performances of Evita, Made in Dagenham and Follies, HMTC (Harpenden Musical Theatre Company) is thrilled to perform the sensational musical 9 To 5 at the fabulous Eric Morecambe Centre. With music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, 9 To 5 is based on the popular 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous and thought-provoking.
£22, U16 £19, conc £19
THE WONDER OF STEVIE
Fri 20 Oct 7.30pm
The ultimate celebration of the genius of Stevie Wonder. Award-winning vocalist Noel McCalla and his world-class live band present a diverse catalogue of back-to-back hits including Superstition, Signed, Sealed, Delivered, Isn’t She Lovely, I Wish, Sir Duke, Master Blaster and many more.
£29
GARETH GATES IN FRANKIE
VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS
Sat 21 Oct 7.30pm
The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is a spectacular high pitched celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest selling groups of all time. This nostalgic musical journey pays tribute to the life and career of those four boys from Jersey, who started singing under a street lamp.
£32.50
THE OPERA BOYS A NIGHT AT THE MUSICALS
Thu 26 Oct 7.30pm
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.
£24
OYE SANTANA
Sat 28 Oct 7.30pm
Based around the exciting dance rhythms of Santana’s Latin music, OYE SANTANA is no ordinary tribute to Carlos Santana’s music. More of a party than a concert, this is a feast of Latin music, superb musicianship and hit songs, faithfully re-creating the music of Santana.
£19.50
DREAMCOAT STARS
Tue 31 Oct 7.30pm
Featuring stars from the hit production Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Experience the powerful star vocals of four Josephs, coming together for a magical evening of West End and Broadway musical classics.
£29
100 AND COUNTING
Fri 3 Nov 7.30pm
100 and Counting, a look back at 100 TT starts with John McGuinness and James Whitham. John McGuinness is simply the god of TT racing. A complete legend of the sport who amongst other achievements holds the mind-blowing record of an amazing 23 wins round the Isle of Man track.
£26.50, with photo £31.50
THERE’S A MONSTER IN YOUR BOOK SHOW
Wed 8 Nov 1.30pm, 4.30pm
Thu 9 Nov 10.30am,1.30pm
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show. Expect plenty of playful fun for your littlest ones.
£16.50, U16 £14.50, schools £12
FASCINATING AÏDA
THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW!
Fri 10 Nov 7.30pm
Uniquely charming, with diamond-sharp satire, filthy, hilarious, belligerent, political, poignant and outrageous, this indomitable trio are still the mistresses of their craft. Marking this astonishing milestone, the show will feature much-loved favourites and some wickedly hilarious new songs.
£29.50
SOLD OUT AGES 14+
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF ARTHUR LAGER
Fri 17 Nov 7.30pm
Steve Hewlett brings Arthur Lager to life in this unique story of a Dummy who has lived life before the ventriloquist came along. Visit your local theatre where you will see a ventriloquist share his masterclass of ventriloquism, laughter and characters with your whole family in two shows for the price of one.
£16.50, U16 £13.50, Family (x4) £54
