St Helens Theatre Royal Autumn 2015 brochure

AUTUMN 2015 – SPRING 2016

WE’RE OFF TO SEE... A WIZARDLY WONDERFUL TREAT REGAL ENTERTAINMENTS PRESENTS

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CHARLOTTE GALLAGHER CLAIRE SIMMO

SAT 24 OCT – SUN 1 NOV 2015 BOX OFFICE: 01744 756 000 BOX OFFICE:

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Dear Theatregoer, It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the brilliant new season we have prepared for you here at the Theatre Royal.

Every year we do our best to top the previous year and I’m proud to say I think we’ve accomplished that. The talent involved in these shows is equalled only by the diverse range of acts we have, Comedy, Music, Entertainment and family friendly, we have something for everyone.

However these great acts don’t mean anything without great audiences so come down and complete the set, I hope to see you there soon.

Best Wishes Chantelle Nolan, Theatre Manager

BOOKING INFORMATION

24 HOUR ONLINE SERVICE - STHELENSTHEATREROYAL.COM TELEPHONE - 01744 756 000 Monday - Saturday 10am – 5pm (Performance days open until 15 mins after the show starts.)

Sunday - Box Office opens 1 hour before each show and closes 15 mins after the show starts.

IN PERSON AT THE BOX OFFICE: (Same hours as above) St Helens Theatre Royal

@Theatreroyalsth

Corporation Street, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1LQ 02

THEATRE INFORMATION SEATING PLAN:

HOW TO FIND US St Helens Theatre Royal is situated in the heart of St. Helens town centre, just off the East Lancs (A580) & J7 of the M62.

The main bus terminal and St. Helens Central Railway station are both a 5 minute walk away.

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THEATRE INFO PRE-SHOW DRINKS Enjoy a drink and soak up the ambiance in The Crown Bar which is open an hour before every performance and during the interval, or why not book The Slipper Bar for you, your friends and family to enjoy preshow and interval hospitality (25 people max) THEATRE ROYAL WORKSHOPS Enjoy acting and singing? Why not join our fun 2 hour Theatre Workshop group every Sat from 10am til 12 noon at the theatre.

For ages 5 -16 including song, dance, and acting fun with the opportunity to take part in two performances at the theatre each year.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS There are a number of wheelchair spaces available for each performance and the theatre is accessible to wheelchair users via a ramp at the main entrance.

Please inform the Box Office of your requirements when booking your tickets and go to reception on arrival.

RESTORATION LEVY A discretionary £1 contribution to the theatre’s restoration fund will be added to all bookings.

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MUSIC Live In Concert

BLAKE

FRI 11 SEP, 7.30PM Hot on the heels of Il Divo and Collabro, Brit-Award-winning harmonisers Blake are back with a new album, new songs & their most uplifting live show yet! Inspired by the lush trio harmonies of The Three Tenors, The Bee Gees and The Lettermen, the boys will perform exclusive songs from their latest CD In Harmony along with hits from their 4 other award winning pop/ classical albums, including Fields of Gold, Bring Him Home, Nessun Dorma & Chasing Cars. Fresh from tours to the USA, Russia, Korea & China, expect their famous & lively audience banter to feature some hilarious new stories! Celebrating eight years of touring worldwide, Blake still offer the most eclectic vocal mix of classical, pop, rock & musicals ever seen.

TICKETS: £20

ENTERTAINMENT

MUSICAL

FORBIDDEN NIGHTS

ACORN ANTIQUES

FRI 18 SEP, 8PM

THU 24 - SAT 26 SEP, 7.30PM

Forbidden Nights - a classy new all male variety show with full theatre production and explosive choreography.

Pilkington Musical Theatre Company follow on from last year’s hit show ‘The Addams Family Musical’ with the outrageous and side-splitting Olivier Award winning hit musical ‘Acorn Antiques’ written by the legendary Victoria Wood!

Forbidden are skilled and professionally trained performers, hand-picked from around the UK with charisma, undeniable talent, sparkling personality and honed physiques in equal measure. They can sing, they can dance and they are VERY easy on the eye! Featuring a vocalist, aerial artist, pole performer and fire act all delivered with an element of naughtiness but not so naughty that you can’t bring your Granny!

The evening is suitable for ages 18 to 80. Think Cirque de Soleil meets Magic Mike!

TICKETS: £19.50

Based on the hit soap opera parody, we follow Miss Babs and Miss Berta’s struggle to keep their antiques business afloat as they are threatened into being taken over by yet another faceless high street coffee shop - The Guilty Bean! Only in the leafy suburbs of Manchesterford can you find the answers to whether Mr Clifford will recover from his amnesia and whether we finally find out the dark lurid secrets about Mrs Overall’s past or not. What will become of the family run business in these stressful times? Can Mrs ‘O’ tap dance whilst holding a tray of Macaroons? Either way, leave your worries at home and book to see this hilarious musical from the leading lady of British Comedy!

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COMEDY

THE TOMMY COOPER SHOW SUN 27 SEP, 7.30PM The Tommy Cooper Show is a hilarious new comedy that celebrates one of our best loved entertainers. Starring West End and Blood Brothers (Sammy) star Daniel Taylor as Tommy Cooper.

The show comes with a fabulous supporting cast… Gareth Jones (formerly Gaz Top) stars as Miff Ferrie along with Sharon Byatt as Gwen Cooper. Between the story, the gags, the magic and Daniel’s incredible portrayal of show business legend Tommy Cooper, this promises to be a very special show.

It`s difficult to conceive a better recreation of such a memorable character. Daniel Taylor is breathtaking as Tommy Cooper` Dave Jennings, British Theatre Guide.

‘Daniel Taylor’s evocation of the great man is spot on’ Liverpool Echo

TICKETS: Adult £17/ £15 Concessions

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ENTERTAINMENT

PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD 2015 TUE 29 SEP, 7.30PM World-renowned psychic and star of TV’s Psychic Sally On the Road, Sally Morgan returns with her sensational live show. An ordinary woman with an extraordinary gift, she believes that she has been able to communicate with people beyond the grave.

Sally’s infectiously fun and downto-earth personality often leaves audiences in fits of laughter, bringing a refreshing twist to the work of mediums.

This is a fantastic and unique evening out not to be missed.

Book your tickets now to see this phenomenal psychic in action! *The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment

TICKETS: £23.50

ENTERTAINMENT

ENTERTAINMENT

AMERICAN WRESTLING

SINGALONGA GREASE

SAT 3 OCT, 7:30PM

FRI 16 OCT, 7.30PM

Amazing family supershow.

The sing along screening of the classic film starring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John is brought to you by the producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music.

See the superstars live in action!

Cheer the good guys, boo the bad guys.

FREE BACKSTAGE PASS – MEET THE STARS! TICKETS: Family £36 Adult £12 Child £10

The evening begins with your host leading a vocal warm-up before they show you how to use your magic moments fun packs.

You’ll even get a chance to learn how to hand jive.

Then just sit back and watch Danny & Sandy and the gang, while singing and dancing along to the lyrics as shown on the screen.

‘It couldn’t be easier... or more fun!

Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential. www.singalonga.net

TICKETS: £15

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COMEDY Regal Entertainments Ltd presents

THE ALE HOUSE TUE 6 – FRI 9 OCT, 7:30PM • SAT 10 OCT, 2.30PM & 7:30PM St Helens has got a new local as The Ale House opens its pub doors at the Theatre Royal this October; this hilariously rowdy comedy from the writers of Night Collar is brought to audiences by Regal Entertainments.

Every local has its regulars and those who prop up the bar at the Ale House will have you laughing in the aisles, or rather your bar stools, as the events unfold at this tavern.

Starring Lindzi Germain (Sex and the Suburbs and Hitchhikers Guide to Fazakerley) as the brassy landlady who takes no messing, George Wilson (Grange Hill and Brookside) as Kick Off and Philip Olivier (Brookside and Benidorm) as Yogi.

One wrong move and you’re barred – although that won’t stop the visitors to this watering hole causing all kinds of raucous mayhem before the barrels are empty!

Be sure to catch it before ‘last orders’.

TICKETS: Adult: £20 Concessions: £18 Matinee Showings: £15 08

COMEDY

THE KEN DODD HAPPINESS SHOW SAT 17 OCT, 7PM Ken Dodd’s incredible and hugely successful career as a professional entertainer now spans over 60 fun-filled years.

He is a comedian of unrivalled legendary status: an icon and national treasure who has been entertaining audiences for a lifetime of happiness and laughter.

Come and enjoy his famous Happiness Show and you’ll be absolutely discumknockerated (that’s Knotty Ash for ‘over the moon’) by a truly tattifelarius (fun-filled) evening of laughter and songs.

Ken Dodd is a multi-award winning entertainer, so don’t miss his fun-filled Happiness Show for all the family, with a supporting company, non-stop gags and a selection of songs presented in Ken’s uniquely versatile style: everything from ballads to grand opera!

TICKETS: £21

ENTERTAINMENT

VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET: COPPÉLIA SUN 18 OCT, 5PM A lively production, infused with old world charm, Coppélia appeals to audiences of all ages with its captivating story of an eccentric toymaker and his beloved doll. The colourful costumes, lively characters and beautiful music from Delibes all combine to create a magical and comical classic that warms and entertains from start to finish .Coppélia is guaranteed to lift the hearts of all the family.

VFB’s eternal production of Coppélia embellishes the original E.T.A. Hoffmann tale with fabulous dancing and beautiful storytelling.

‘An excellent company of talented young dancers. Their energy and enthusiasm is breathtaking’ ENTS24.COM

TICKETS: Adult: £19 Concessions: £17 Child £13 Family: £60

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WE’RE OFF TO SEE... A WIZARDLY WONDERFUL TREAT REGAL ENTERTAINMENTS PRESENTS

RADIO CITY 96.7’S’

CHARLOTTE GALLAGHER CLAIRE SIMMO

FAMILY Regal Entertainments Ltd presents

OFFICE: SAT 24 OCT 1PM | 5PM, SUN 25 BOX OCT 1PM | 5PM, TUE 27 OCT, * 01744 756 1PM,STWED 28 OCT 1PM, THU 29 OCT 1PM, FRI 30 OCT000 1PM, HELENS THEATRE ROYAL @THEATREROYALSTH WWW.STHELENSTHEATREROYAL.COM* SAT 31 OCT 1PM | 5PM, SUN 01 NOV 11AM

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AS GLINDA WIZARDAS DOROTHY OF OZGALE SAT 241 OCT SAT 24 OCT – SUN NOV – SUN 1 NOV 2015

Come over the rainbow with St. Helens Theatre Royal this half-term for the return of Regal Entertainments’ enchanting production of The Wizard of Oz following sell-out seasons in 2013 and 2014.

Starring Charlotte Gallagher (Snow White & Peter Pan) as Dorothy and Radio City’s Claire Simmo as Glinda, this magical show is sure to put a smile on the faces of even the meanest of munchkins. Click your heels together and join Scarecrow,Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy, and her little dog Toto, as they journey along the Yellow Brick Road through the magical Land of Oz to meet the Wizard, so that he can make their wishes come true.

Watch out for the Wicked Witch and get ready for a whole lot of family fun as this fantastic tale is reawakened once more.

You’ll be green with envy if you miss out on this magical half-term treat for all the family to enjoy!

For more information please visit: www.sthelenstheatreroyal.com TICKETS: Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) - £38 Adults - £11 | Concessions - £10 | Children - £9 Tue 27 - Thu 29: All Seats £9 10

COMEDY

COMEDY

JIMMY CARR FUNNY BUSINESS

MILTON JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DAFT

SUN 1 NOV, 7:00PM

WED 11 NOV, 8PM

Jimmy Carr been described as ‘the hardest working man in comedy’ which, let’s face facts, is not that impressive. It’s like being the ‘Tallest Dwarf’ or the ‘Healthiest Glaswegian’. Really not that big a deal.

Yes him with the loud shirts and messed up hair from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and multiple series on Radio 4.

An evening in the company of an idiot. Or is he? Yes he is. Only come if you like jokes though. If not you’ll be cross.

Funny Business is Jimmy’s brand new stand up show and it’s coming to the St Helens Theatre Royal. Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition; stay for the inappropriate gags.

‘Absurdist one-line masterpieces’ The Times

TICKETS: £24

A quick multiple choice question Jimmy Carr’s ‘Funny Business’ will be: a) Packed with jokes b) Rude and offensive * c) A great night out d) £25 a ticket ** If you answered a) b) c) or d) you were right! * If you are easily offended. Don’t be awkward about it. ** The show is not suitable for anyone who hasn’t bought a ticket.

(THIS SHOW IS NOT SUITABLE FOR ANYONE UNDER 16 YEARS OLD)

TICKETS: £25

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MUSIC

MUSIC

FOSTER & ALLEN 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

WE THREE KINGS - OF ROCK AND ROLL

WED 18 NOV, 7:30PM

A two hour up lifting Rock ‘n’ Roll show that will have you dancing in the isles to all the favourites from Billy Fury , Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley !

International Recording artists Foster & Allen are bringing their 40th Anniversary Tour to the St Helens Theatre Royal this November.

Celebrating 40 years together in the music business they will be performing a string of their hits including Bunch of Thyme, Maggie, After All These Years and Old Flames. They will also be playing some of their recent recordings like Gold & Silver Days, A Hug as well as some songs from their new 40th Anniversary Celebration CD due out in early Autumn.

TICKETS: £20

FRI 20 NOV, 7.30PM

Featuring a sensitive tribute by Tim Harwood to the British King of Rock ‘n’ Roll Billy Fury.

Marc Robinson and his four piece Band the Counterfeit Crickets pay attention to detail with a tribute to Buddy Holly, as he puts on his horned rimmed glasses and authentic attire, nostalgia will come back to you.

Elvis – what more can you say but the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll himself, from That’s all right mama, to G.I. Blues and all the early songs, so bring along your dancing shoes. www.marcjrobinson.com

TICKETS: Adult £17 Concessions: £16

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MUSIC

THE HOUGHTON WEAVERS 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR MON 7 DEC, 7.30PM The Houghton Weavers are the UK’s leading comedy/folk group – comprising Tony Berry, David Littler and Steve Millington.

In their four decades together they have recorded over 30 albums, and have seven of their own BBC television series plus six BBC Radio 2 series to their name.

The group entertain their audiences with humorous jokes and antidotes and sing “popular” folk songs from raucous traditional songs to beautiful ballads done in their own inimitable style.

2015 marks a very special year for the band as they celebrate 40 years together with a landmark tour throughout the land, which is expected to include some surprises along .the way!

MUSIC

A VISION OF ELVIS 2016 SAT 30 JAN, 7:30PM A Vision Of Elvis starring Rob Kingsley and his sensational band and singers is recognised as Europe’s most authentic & successful tribute to Elvis Presley.

This show brings you a full evening featuring all the classic hits, from the hip swivelling 50’s Sun Studios to the Movie Years and the 1968 Comeback Special with the finale being the electrifying Jumpsuit Concert Years.

Backed by a world class band and featuring Full HD projection, this is the largest Elvis show to tour theatres in the UK. www.avisionofelvis.co.uk

TICKETS: £20

www.houghtonweavers.com

TICKETS: Adult £12.50 Concession £11

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REGAL ENTERTAINMENTS PRESENT

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CINDERELLA

FRI 4 DEC – SUN 10 JAN Audiences are guaranteed to have a ball this Christmas as Regal Entertainments are delighted to announce they will be bringing the enchanting tale of Cinderella to the stage for another panto extravaganza. Coming to St Helens Theatre Royal this festive season from Friday 4 December 2015 – Sunday 10 January 2016 and tickets are on sale now.

2014’s Jack and the Beanstalk broke box office records and was the theatre’s most successful panto to date, and this year is set to be even bigger with a sensational line-up bringing the nation’s favourite pantomime to life - including Coronation Street’s Marc Baylis and Benidorm star and Theatre Royal favourite Crissy Rock.

Every panto needs a villain and this years is a real Christmas cracker!

Most recently seen as bad boy Rob Donovan in ITV1’s Coronation Street for which he was nominated as ‘Best Newcomer’ at both The National Television Awards and the Inside Soap Awards,Marc Baylis swaps the cobbles of Coronation Street for the centre stage at Theatre Royal. Marc starred in Bromley Churchill Theatre’s 2014 panto Sleeping Beautyas Prince Charming, but this will be his debut playing a panto villain, starring as the evil and dastardly Dandini - get ready to boo and hiss.

Leaving audiences on the edge of their seat in fits of laughter earlier this year as the Mum in Rita, Sue and Bob Too! as well as other past Theatre Royal productions Escorts: The Musical and Dirty Dusting, Crissy is back to bring plenty of fun and laughter to the stage.

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Cinderella tells the story of a beautiful girl who is reduced to a life of servitude by her 2 ugly step-sisters, but that is all set to change when an invitation to a grand ball at the palace arrives. With a bit of magic and some help from her friend Buttons, Cinderella is transformed in to the belle of the ball. But what will happen at the stroke of midnight?

With real Shetland ponies, enchanted pumpkins, sparkling glass slippers, Prince Charming, ugly step-sisters and a Fairy Godmother to make audience’s dreams come true – be sure to book your tickets early for the most lavish panto in all the land.

For more information please visit: www.sthelenstheatreroyal.com

TICKETS: GOLD

CINDERS SPECIAL

Adults: £14 Concessions: £13 Child: £12.50 Family (2 adults& 2 children): £51

All seats: £11

SILVER Adults: £12 Concessions: £11 Child: £10.50 Family (2 adults& 2 children): £43

BUTTONS BONANZA All seats: £9 Groups of 20+: All seats £7 WEEKEND MATINEES Groups of 20+: All seats £11 Schools 1 in 15 goes free

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VARIETY

THAT’LL BE THE DAY - 30TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL! THU 4 FEB, 7.30PM Prepare for a nostalgia party extravaganza as the legendary That’ll Be The Day returns with its Brand New 30th Anniversary Special!

The nations favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety spectacular features a fantastic line up of knock-out hits from the 50s,60s & 70s, plus more side-splitting comedy!

Early booking is advised as this ever-popular show attracts a big audience of music lovers ready to party! ‘‘This show just gets better and better’ The Telegraph

TICKETS: £24.50

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COMEDY

MUSIC

FRI 5 FEB, 7.30PM RETURNING BY PUBLIC DEMAND!

FRI 4 MAR, 7.30PM

THE BRADSHAWS JOE - GOOSED LONGTHORNE

There’s a danger of peace breaking out in the home of the Bradshaws but it cannot last!

Audrey doesn’t yet know that Alf has pinched her club money and lost it on a lame horse, Alf doesn’t yet know that Audrey has volunteered him for a part in Billy’s school panto and Billy doesn’t yet know that the goose his dad brings home under the influence (his dad, not the goose) is not a pet.

The plot thickens, and plots don’t come much thicker than this. Unbutton your cardigans for a unique rib-cracking night out with Buzz Hawkins and The Bradshaws in “Goosed”.

“Amazing!”

Peter Kay “A national treasure” John Henshaw “I love them!”

Sally Lindsay

A career that has spanned over three decades has seen legendary performer Joe Longthorne make appearances all over the world including an appearance at the London Paladium with Bob Hope and now he is coming to St Helens Theatre Royal.

Joe’s repertoire of voices is endless and includes hundreds of the world’s top singers; however, he is perhaps best known for his impersonation of Shirley Bassey who has commented, “Joe can do me better than I can do myself”.

During his career, Joe has received gold and platinum discs for his albums, enjoyed sell-out concerts at the Royal Albert Hall, as well as touring Australia several times.

Now, Joe is looking forward to new challenges, new songs to sing and new audiences to thrill.

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MUSIC

ILLEGAL EAGLES SAT 13 FEB, 7.30PM The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute continue to amaze crowds everywhere with their extremely tight harmonies and acute attention to detail.

With over 15 years international touring experience, The Illegal Eagles’ uncanny ability to capture the emotion of Don Henley’s vocal deliveries have won mass audience acclaim both in the UK and abroad.

This latest production features all the classics – Hotel California, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, Life in the Fast Lane, Take it to the Limit, and a whole lot more!

‘The band were flawless in their delivery both musically & vocally’ The Express

TICKETS: £24.50

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‘THE BEST OF TIM RICE AND ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER’S MUSICALS’ THE EVENING NEWS BILL KENWRIGHT BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP PRESENTS

LYRICS BY

TIM RICE

MUSIC BY

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

‘BRILLIANT. IT EXPLODES LIKE GLITTERING FIREWORKS!’ THE SUNDAY TIMES

TUE 23 – SAT 27 FEB TUE 7.30PM; WED 2.30PM & 7.30PM; THU 2.30PM & 7.30PM FRI 5PM & 8PM; SAT 2.00PM, 5PM, 8PM Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ‘Superb’, ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues on its record breaking tour having sold to date an estimated 15 million tickets. Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Those Canaan Days, Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door To Me. TICKETS: TUE EVE & WED MAT: Adult - £24 Concession £23, WED-THU EVE: Adult £27 Concession £26 FRI & SAT EVE Adult £30 Concession £29

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MUSIC

KING OF POP THE FUREYS -THE LEGEND WED 9 MAR, 7.30PM CONTINUES 2016 The FUREYS will perform the best SAT 5 MARCH, 7:30 PM There are several tribute shows to Michael Jackson currently performing around the world, but only ONE will have you believing that just for a moment... The Legend Continues.

King Of Pop: The Legend Continues is led by the world’s number one Michael Jackson tribute artist Navi. Navi is the only MJ tribute ever invited to perform for Michael himself.

Along with his live band and dancers, Navi brilliantly recreates all the Jackson classics in a show that will take you closer than you ever imagined to an original Jackson concert. Featuring hits such as Smooth Criminal, Beat It, and Billie Jean in a show suitable for the whole family.

TICKETS: Adult £18.50 Concessions £17

of Irish Music and Song and sing all their hits including ‘I will love you’, ‘When you were sweet 16’, ‘The Green fields of France’, ‘Red rose café’, ‘From Clare to here’, ‘Her father didn’t like me anyway’ etc They have been entertaining audiences worldwide for 38 years, audiences that have included former Australian Prime Minister John Howard, Former Irish President Mary McAleese and the late Pope John Paul while Tony Blair publicly stated his favourite peace song of all time is the FUREYS “Green Fields of France”.

Recently Ireland President Michael D Higgins attended their concert in Dublin’s National Concert Hall.

Their emotive songs stir many emotions….tears and laughter, sadness and joy. www.thefureys.com

TICKETS: £18.50

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MUSIC

MAGIC - A KIND OF QUEEN QUEEN’S GREATEST HITS

MUSIC

BILLY FURY - BIRTHDAY CONCERT TOUR 201

FRI 18 MAR, 7.30PM

FRI 11 MAR, 7:30PM

MAGIC, the first and still the best tribute to Queen, perform all of Queen’s greatest hits plus some you may not have heard for a while, in their latest show for 2012.

Billy Fury had more Decca hits than any other recording artist and he equalled The Beatles 24 chart hits with 332 weeks in the UK Charts.

With five vocals to back up the powerful lead vocal of the dynamic Roger Brown, Magic can recreate all the complex harmonies that are Queen’s trademark. This, along with two guitars, bass, drums and the brilliant piano and keyboard skills of Dave Chapman, produces a sound that is second to none.

Magic creates all the excitement of a Queen live show - not to be missed.

‘Magic are a brilliant band’ Jacky Smith, Official Queen Fan Club secretary

TICKETS: £18.50

In tribute to this amazing performer, Michael King produced and starred around the UK in 2014/15 with a sensational show that relived The Billy Fury Years, with a performance that has been hailed by critics as ‘the best Fury since Fury’ Due to the outstanding success of this production, Michael King returns in a brand new show Billy Fury – THE BIRTHDAY CONCERT TOUR. This exciting 2 hour show is packed with all Billy Fury’s hits and features stunning new video and audio effects and will have you dancing in the aisles and reliving arguably one of the most exciting times in modern popular music.

TICKETS: £20

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FULL CAST TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON Tickets now on sale. Book early to avoid disappointment!

PETER PAN HIGH FLYING FAMILY PANTO RETURNS THIS EASTER Let your imaginations fly away with you as Regal Entertainments Ltd whisk you off to the magical world of Neverland in 2016’s Easter pantomime Peter Pan! Based on J. M. Barrie’s timeless classic about the Boy Who Never Grew Up, audiences are invited to join Peter, Wendy and the rest of the gang on their adventures through Neverland.

But watch out, as Captain Hook is lurking in the wings and out for revenge!

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TICKETS: All shows apart from 7th & 8th Tinkerbell Golden Tickets (Stalls Rows A-E): Adult £15.00 Concessions £14.50 Child £14.00 Tinker Bell Standard Tickets: Adult £12.50 Concessions £12.00 Child £11.50 Family (2Ad&2Ch) £46.00 7th & 8th April Crocodile Golden Tickets (Stalls Rows A-E) All Seats £13.00 Crocodile Standard Tickets All Seats £11.00

MUSIC

THE DUBLIN LEGENDS (FORMERLY OF THE DUBLINERS)

SUN 8 MAY, 7:30PM In 2012 The Dubliners celebrated 50 years on the road but following the sudden death of founding member Barney McKenna it was agreed that The Dubliners, as a touring band, would come to an end and THE DUBLIN LEGENDS were born.

THE DUBLIN LEGENDS, Sean Cannon, Eamonn Campbell, Paul Watchorn & Gerry OConnor, have over 60 years of performing with The Dubliners between them and will continue to play all the classic songs and ballads known the world over; Whiskey in The Jar, Dirty Old Town, The Wild Rover, The Rare Auld Times, Molly Malone and The Irish Rover.

‘Catch The Dublin Legends if they are appearing anywhere near you. You will not be disappointed!”’

The Irish Post

TICKETS: £23

MUSIC

THE DOLLY PARTON STORY SAT 7 MAY, 7:30PM Andrea Pattison has been a professional singer for many years, in that time, numerous people have commented on her ability to closely mimic Dolly Parton’s unmistakable sound, as well as her renowned onstage wit and charm. She has now decided to take that gift on the road to entertain Dolly fans up and down the country in her new show The Dolly Parton Story.

All of Dolly’s most celebrated material features in the show, from her early country classics such as Coat of Many Colours and Applejack, through to the later smash hits such as Jolene, Islands in the Stream and 9 to 5.

To find out more about The Dolly Parton Story and to hear the band’s recent recordings visit: www.dollypartonstory.com

TICKETS: Adult £19.50 Concession £18

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