St Helens Theatre Royal Spring - Autumn 2015

SPRING – AUTUMN 2015

RITA SUE &BOB TOO!

WRITTEN BY ANDREA DUNBAR AND DIRECTED BY SYLVIE GATRILL

BOX OFFICE: 01744 756 000 WWW.STHELENSTHEATREROYAL.COM* ST HELENS THEATRE ROYAL

@THEATREROYALSTH

THEATRE INFORMATION SEATING PLAN: Dear Theatregoer, It is my pleasure to welcome you to our marvellous new season here at the Theatre Royal.

We have been working hard to continue on the success of previous seasons and make this year the best yet. We have everything you have come to know and love with the very best in Music, Comedy, Entertainment and Family shows.

We take pride in bringing the finest entertainment to audiences of St Helens and I look forward to welcoming you to the Theatre Royal very 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

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

FAMILY

THU 22 JAN. TIME: 7:30PM

CIRQUE DU HILARIOUS

BLAKE

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

SUN 8 FEB, 2:30PM Don’t miss CLIVE WEBB & DANNY ADAMS in this fast paced comedy spectacular plus magic and mayhem, mind boggling illusions, and stunning showgirls.

Also Village Idiot Michael Potts with his now legendary comedy rock band “clownforce” and international circus acts.

Will everything go to plan?

Don’t hold your breath!

WINNERS OF THE KEN DODD COMEDY AWARD AND CFA BEST COMEDY AWARD

TICKETS: £45 Family £14 Adult £12 Concession

MUSIC Electric Light Orchestra Tribute

THE ELO EXPERIENCE MR BLUE SKY TOUR ‘BACK INTO THE BLUE’ THU 12 FEB, 7:30PM Formed over 7 years ago, The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra, who between 1972 and 1986 achieved more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other band on the planet!

The show Includes all of their greatest hits 10538 Overture, Evil Woman, Living Thing, Diary of Horace Wimp, Don’t Bring Me Down and of course Mr Blue Sky. With a stunning light show and large screen projection to further enhance the experience, come along and enjoy this incredible show which accurately reproduces the songs and sounds and takes you on a musical journey through time.

The Official UK No1 Tribute show 2013 - as voted for by the agents association of GB

TICKETS: £20 / £19 Concession

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THE RETURN OF THE 80’S CULT CLASSIC

RITA SUE &BOB TOO!

RITA, SUE AND BOB TOO! TUE 24 - SAT 28 FEB, 7:30PM (SAT MATINEE 2PM) Andrea Dunbar’s classic play Rita, Sue and Bob Too! returns to St Helens Theatre Royal in association with Regal Entertainments after breaking Box Office records with previous productions of the new stage play version of the hilarious 1987 cult movie.

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WRITTEN BY ANDREA DUNBAR AND DIRECTED BY SYLVIE GATRILL

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COMEDY Regal Entertainment Ltd presents

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Starring Lee Latchford Evans from 90’s pop group Steps as love lothario Bob with Emily Fleeshman as Rita and Olivia Sloyan as Sue. Local legend Crissy Rock plays Mum and comedy great Micky Finn reprises his role as Dad. Rita and Sue are two working class girls from a rundown council estate about to finish their final year at school. In their spare time they earn money babysitting for Bob and Michelle. Without Michelle’s knowledge, Bob embarks on an affair with both Rita and Sue. Michelle eventually finds out and leaves Bob but not before confronting Rita and Sue outside their homes and in front of families and neighbours.

TICKETS: £19 Adult £18 Concession Sat Matinee All Seats £15

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MUSIC Live In Concert

FAMILY UK Premier 2015

MUSIC Live In Concert

JOE LONGTHORNE

JURASSIC ADVENTURES

THE DUBLIN LEGENDS

SUN 22 FEB, 7:30PM

SUN 1 MAR, 10.30AM

SUN 01 MAR, 7:30PM

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”.

The most exciting family showsince time began, is about to be discovered… by you!

The Dublin Legends continue on the legacy started by The Dubliners, Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Ciaran Bourke, Barney McKenna and John Sheahan back in 1962.

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

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

TICKETS: £20

Jurassic Adventures, is a brand new production, set on a magical island, where anything might happen, with a brave cast of amazing actors, a great fun script, superb scenery, and of course DINOSAURS Get transported to a prehistoric place full of fun, thrills and screams, be amazed and awed by the birth of a baby Dinosaur, but beware of the T. REX mother who wants her egg back!

An absolutely brilliant show for all the family from age 3+ There is a magic place where Dinosaurs live and it’s right before your eyes.

TICKETS: £50 Family £15 Adult £13 Child

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Sean Cannon, Eamonn Campbell, Gerry O’Connor and Paul Watchorn are looking forward to entertaining and meeting all their old fans in St Helens as they continue to play all the classic songs and ballads known the world over including: Whiskey in the Jar, Dirty Old Town, The Wild Rover, Seven Drunken Nights, The Rare Auld Times, Finnegan’s Wake, Molly Malone, The Monto, Hand Me Down Me Bible, The Irish Rover, Black Velvet Band and many more.

ENTERTAINMENT

COLIN FRY THE 6IXTH SENSE TOUR SAT 7 MAR, 7:30PM Being one of the World’s most recognised Spiritualist Mediums and Healers, Colin’s TV series “ 6ixth Sense” has now been broadcast worldwide for 14 years making his public performances an International demand.

This year’s tour will once again see Colin Fry bring his own unique form of comfort and upliftment to ordinary people living ordinary lives, proving once again he IS very much the Peoples Medium.

Evenings of Mediumship are not scientifically proven and are presented for education and entertainment purposes only.

TICKETS: £18.50

TICKETS: £20

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MUSIC Queen Tribute

MAGIC A KIND OF QUEEN QUEEN’S GREATEST HITS SUN 8 MAR, 7:30PM VARIETY

THAT’LL BE THE DAY SAT 14 MAR, 7:30PM Prepare for a party as the nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety show That’ll Be The Day, returns with its brand new 2015 production.

This hugely entertaining rock ‘n’ roll spectacular features a fantastic line up of classic gold hits from the 1950’s 60’s and 70’s, plus more hilarious comedy!

Prepare for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and ROCK ‘N’ ROLL! ‘WHAT A GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY SHOW THAT’LL BE THE DAY IS. NOT TO BE MISSED!!’

The Daily Mail

TICKETS: £23.50

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 2015.

It’s refreshing that in these days of pre-recorded backing tracks, Magic perform completely live.

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 recording sound.

While not attempting to emulate Queen visually, Magic creates all the excitement of a Queen live show - not to be missed.

TICKETS: £18.00

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MUSIC Roy Orbison Tribute

ROY ORBISON AND FRIENDS WITH BARRY STEELE FRI 20 MAR, 7:45PM Barry Steele is widely recognised as one of the world’s leading tributes to music legend Roy Orbison. He’s stunned audiences across the globe with his uncanny visual similarity and his ability to authentically revive the exquisite toe-tapping sound of this music giant.

Using original film footage and backed by his fabulous band, this celebration of Roy Orbison’s music is unmissable. Joining Barry on stage is the phenomenal Paul Molloy as a young Elvis and Boogie Williams as Jerry Lee Lewis. For one night only you can see the magic of these three artists recreated on stage!

“True identikit Brilliance.”

The Stage

TICKETS: £19

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MUSIC

PRINCES OF POP TOUR 2015 THE ULTIMATE BOY BAND TRIBUTE FRI 27 MAR, 7:30PM Princes of Pop is an exhilarating journey of the most memorable moments from the best boy bands from the 90’s to present day.

The ultimate mix-tape that will take you back in time with the soulful harmonies of Boyz II Men to the uplifting songs of Westlife to the one and only reigning King’s of Pop – Take That.

These are the songs you were romanced to, fell in love to and partied to.

Including Take That’s Back For Good, Westlife’s Flying Without Wings, The Backstreet Boy’s All I Have To Give, JLS’s Everybody in Love and many more. Princes of Pop will get you up on your feet and dancing all night.

TICKETS: £16 £14 Concession

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MUSIC Michael Jackson Tribute

MICHAEL JACKSON KING OF POP: THE LEGEND CONTINUES SAT 28 MAR, 7:30PM King Of Pop: The Legend Continues is led by the world’s number one Michael Jackson tribute artist ‘ Navi’, which alone sets this show above the rest.

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, Billie Jean, Black or White, Thriller, Man in the Mirror and the ‘Jackson Five’ classics in a show suitable for the whole family.

TICKETS:

MUSIC The 70’s Party

DANCING QUEEN FRI 17 APR, 7:30PM Dancing Queen ‘The Concert’ is an action packed party show featuring all the greatest smash hits from Abba, Grease and the 70’s!

With a fantastic cast of singers and musicians, this is the ultimate party night that will have the whole family dancing in the isles!

Featuring Abba classics such as Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Knowing Me, Knowing You, and Thank You For The Music, along with the biggest 70’s hits like Summer Nights, Grease Lightning, You’re The One That I Want, Car Wash, YMCA, Boogie Nights and Love is in the Air.

COMEDY Buzz Hawkins Presents

THE BRADSHAWS - GOOSED SAT 18 APR, 7:30PM Unbutton your cardigans for a unique rib-cracking night out with Buzz Hawkins and his radio family.

“Amazing!”

Peter Kay

“A national treasure” John Henshaw

“I love them!”

Sally Lindsay

“A certain magic” Bernard Wrigley

“A superb comedy creation!”

Eamonn O’Neal

TICKETS: £16

Definitely not a night to be missed!!

TICKETS: £18.50

£17.50 £16 Concessions

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ST HELENS’ SPELLBINDING EASTER PANTOMIME

ST HELENS’ RESIDENT DAME

Starring

RADIO CITY 96.7’s

SIMON FOSTER LEANNE CAMPBELL LIAM MELLOR CLAIRE SIMMO THE HILARIOUS

RADIO CITY 96.7’s

TICKETS FROM £8

REGAL ENTERTAINMENTS PROUDLY PRESENT ANOTHER FAIRY TALE PRINCESS IN THE MOST SPELLBINDING PANTO OF THEM ALL - SLEEPING BEAUTY

PERFORMANCES:

The star studded cast includes Radio City 96.7’s Leanne Campbell and Claire Simmo, the hilarious Liam Mellor and St Helens’ resident Dame Simon Foster. Full casting announced very soon!

Sleeping Beauty tells the enchanting story of Princess Aurora who is cursed by the evil fairy Carabose. Aurora pricks her finger on a spinning wheel and is destined to slumber forever unless a handsome prince arrives to break the spell…

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FRI 3 APR

1PM

SAT 4 APR

1PM & 5PM

SUN 5 APR

1PM & 5PM

MON 6 APR

1PM & 5PM

THU 9 APR

1PM

FRI 10 APR

1PM

SAT 11 APR

1PM

SUN 12 APR

1PM

TICKETS: £45 Family 2 x Adults, 2 x Children £12 Adult £11.50 Concession £11 Child Thu 9 & Fri 10: All Seats £10

Don’t miss out on this fantastic adventure, be sure to book early!

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THE KILKENNYS LIVE

ENTERTAINMENT

MUSIC Pink Floyd Tribute

VIENNA FESTIVAL THE VESBIM BALLET - 35TH FLOYD SHOW UK ANNIVERSARY SAT 25 APR, 7PM GALA Vesbim have brought together SUN 19 APR, 5PM Vienna Festival Ballet celebrate 35 years with their 35th Anniversary Gala. We are proud to present highlights from the world’s most beloved Tchaikovsky ballets which have featured in our repertoire over the past 35 years.

Highlights will include the moment when the Swan Queen meets her prince in Act 2 Swan Lake, the Dance of the Cygnets, Clara’s journey to a glittering land of snow in The Nutcracker, and the famous Rose Adagio from Sleeping Beauty, where Princess Aurora is introduced to four princes.

Vienna Festival Ballet’s reflection on 35 years of performing classical ballets all over the world, will take you on an unforgettable journey through the best of ballet in one magical evening. www.viennafestivalballet.com

some of the best North West musicians around who have the talent and desire to replicate the music of Pink Floyd to present The Wall LIVE with an extra 90 minutes of Floyd and Roger Waters classics from the albums Dark Side of the Moon, Animals, Wish You Were Here, Meddle, The Final Cut & Amused to Death.

The Vesbim Floyd band are dedicated to crafting Pink Floyd’s performances with careful attention to every note, inflection, expression on their instruments and voices.

In addition there will be the best visual effects of multimedia, projection and lasers to enhance the completely live experience.

Tickets are £16.50 for a 3 hour show. Please check our website for more details

FAMILY

MUSIC Live in Concert

SING-A-LONG-A FROZEN

THE KILKENNYS

SUN 26 APR, 11:30AM AND 3PM

Renowned for their musicianship and vocal abilities, The Kilkennys have gained a reputation for revitalising traditional Irish music and adding their own touch of passion and youthful energy.

Singalonga Productions are delighted to announce that Disney’s FROZEN is the new Singalonga must see! A full screening of Disney’s FROZEN with lyrics on screen to help you sing along with Anna and Elsa during the film. Introduced by a live host who will show you how to use your free prop bag, warm up your singing voices and teach you some hand actions and heckles before you sit back and “Let it Go”. YOU the audience are the stars as you interact with the film.

Remember to dress up as your favourite character and be a snow queen, Sven the reindeer or Olaf, the coolest snowman ever!

Age recommendation: 5+ years

TICKETS:

SUN 03 MAY, 7:30PM

The Kilkennys UK Tour 2015 marks the group’s return to mainland UK and to many venues where they played previously with their acclaimed tribute to the music of The Clancy Brothers ‘Fine Girl Ye Are.’ Davey Cashin, Rob Campion, Tommy Mackey and Davey Long are excited about bringing their brand of Irish music to a UK audience. Come along to the show and join in the fun for a great evening of music and song!

TICKETS: £17.50

£46 (2 Adults, 2 Children) £33 (1 Adult, 2 Children) £15 Adult/£10 Child

www.vesbimfloyd.com

TICKETS: £16.50

TICKETS: £19 £17 Conceession £13 Child 18

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ENTERTAINMENT

AN EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP WITH TV PSYCHIC TONY STOCKWELL FRI 08 MAY, 7:30PM For those with an interest in Mediumship, the name of Tony Stockwell will certainly need no introduction. Tony has been working tirelessly for over 20 years to demonstrate his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones.

Tony’s insight into the lives of total strangers is inexplicable and remarkable as he attempts to offer fascinating revelations from the other side.

Tony Stockwell is a Spiritualist Medium and spirit communication is part of his own religious belief, but we accept differing opinions exist regarding mediumship. Any demonstration of mediumship is an experiment and results are not guaranteed

TICKETS: £18.50

MUSIC The Official No.1 Eagles Tribute

MUSIC The Carpenters Tribute

MUSIC Live in Concert

THE ILLEGAL EAGLES

WE’VE ONLY JUST BEGUN

THE DRIFTERS

SAT 09 MAY, 7:30PM

A CELEBRATION OF THE CARPENTERS MUSIC AND THE SPIRIT OF KAREN CARPENTER.

This high energy show brings many of the greatest hits Under The Boardwalk, Saturday Night At The Movies, Up On The Roof, Kissin In The Back Row, Down on the Beach, More Than A Number In My Little Red Book along with newer songs that have evolved through the first new recordings in over 30 years.

Now established as the world’s official No.1 Eagles tribute, The Illegal Eagles have over 15 years international touring experience.

Their uncanny ability to capture the emotion of Don Henley’s vocal deliveries have won mass audience acclaim both at home and abroad and they continue to amaze crowds with their extremely tight harmonies and acute attention to detail.

This latest production brings you 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: £22.50

TUE 12 MAY, 7:30PM Karen was the voice of the multi-hit making group The Carpenters, who along with her brother Richard, scored an unprecedented 17 consecutive billboard US top ten hits.

Now for the very first time in over 30 years the voice that melted a thousand romantic hearts lives again through Toni Lee, in “We’ve Only Just Begun, The Carpenters Greatest Love Songs.”

“We’ve Only Just Begun” is a celebration of the Carpenters music and the spirit of Karen Carpenter. Every song in the show is a chart hit, brilliantly performed by vocalist Toni Lee, with her Big Band and singers.

FRI 22 MAY, 7:30PM

With over 65 members in over 60 years the brand continues today with the only official line up in the world. This concert is guaranteed to bring a musical extravaganza along with a world-class band, production and some very smooth moves!

TICKETS: £26 £25 Concessions

This high quality production includes an audio visual presentation TICKETS: £18.50 £17.50 Concessions

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ONE OF THE STARS FROM STRICTLY COME DANCING IN HIS OWN SHOW

PASHA KOVALEV - ‘LIFE THROUGH DANCE’ SAT 23 MAY, 7:30PM Pasha and his sensational dancers will transport you into the world of Ballroom and Latin Dance.

FAMILY LONDON CONTEMPORARY THEATRE PRESENTS

DANNY THE CHAMPION OF THE WORLD BY ROALD DAHL ADAPTED BY DAVID WOOD DIRECTED BY LOTTE WAKEHAM 20 MAY 7PM, 21 MAY 10:30AM & 2PM Come and follow the journey of a young English boy, Danny, and his father William - the most exciting Dad a boy has ever had. The pair live in a caravan fixing cars for a living. His Dad has a secret hobby though of partaking in poaching pheasants.

When Hazell, a local developer, wants to take over the land their garage is on trouble ensues but Danny rises to the occasion, and him and his Dad come up with a most exciting plan. This will help make him become Danny The Champion of the World.

Based on the original Roald Dahl’s famous book Danny The Champion of the World. London Contemporary Theatre is proud to present one of Roald Dahl’s best loved books. If you’re looking for a magnificent adventure for all the family, then don’t miss Danny, the champion of the world! Suitable for ages 5+ www.londoncontemporarytheatre.com | www.roalddahl.com | www.davidwood.org.uk

‘Life Through Dance’ is nonstop action. A ‘sparkles packed’ journey through life and love, expressed by the language of dance. The production features breathtaking choreography, sensational music and amazing costumes leaving the audience supercharged with positive energy and emotion!

TICKETS: £23

FAMILY

TREE FU TOM MON 25 MAY, 1PM Join CBeebies star, Tree Fu Tom, as he takes to the stage in his first nationwide ‘live’ tour!

Follow Tom, Twigs, Ariela and friends on an action packed adventure through the magical world of Treetopolis! After finding a dusty old map, Tom decides to follow where it leads and see if it will take them to any mysterious hidden treasure - but it’s not an easy route to follow. Tom and his friends must travel through wild weather and catch the mischievous Mushas who are making trouble along the way!

Full of fun, music and laughter, Tom will need your help to do the Tree Fu moves that could help save the day.

Be part of the magic!

Brought to you by Premier Stage Productions Ltd and FremantleMedia Ltd. TICKETS: £44 Family £13 Adult £11 Child

TICKETS: £48 FAMILY £14 ADULT £12 CONCESSION 22

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MUSIC

LET’S HANG ON - THE MUSIC OF FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS SAT 13 JUNE, 7:30PM Following huge demand after their performance here last year, Let’s Hang On returns to take you on a musical journey through the history of one of the most successful bands of all time – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons!

Featuring an anthology of hit songs including Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Bye Bye Baby, December 1963 (Oh What A Night!), Walk Like A Man, Sherry, Working My Way Back To You, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Grease and many more!

Prepare for an electric atmosphere and don’t be surprised to find yourself on your feet and dancing before the night is over!!

ENTERTAINMENT

PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD 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

PRESENTED BY PILKINGTON MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY INCORPORATING ST HELENS AOS

COMEDY

ACORN ANTIQUES THU 24 - SAT 26 SEP, 7:30PM 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!

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!

www.letshangon.co.uk

“An authentic masterpiece’” The BBC

TICKETS: £12.50

TICKETS: £21 £20 Concession

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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 AS DOROTHY GALE

AS GLINDA

FAMILY Regal Entertainments Ltd Presents

THE WIZARD OF OZ

MUSIC

JANE MCDONALD – LIVE IN CONCERT

SAT 24 OCT – SUN 01 NOV, 1:00PM AND 5:00PM

FRI 13 NOV, 7:30PM

A whirlwind of glitz, glamour and family fun is forecast to hit St Helens this October as Regal Entertainments are bringing back their wizardly wonderful production of the timeless classic which will take theatregoers young and old over the rainbow and down the yellow brick road… that’s right, it’s the welcomed return of everyone’s favourite tale, The Wizard of Oz.

Jane presents an exciting and emotionally charged evening of music and laughter. Featuring many of Jane’s best loved songs and hits from her incredible career, including some of her own compositions, amazing medleys and selections from her new album “The Singer Of Your Song”.

Click your heels together three times and join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion and of course little Toto on their journey through the magical land of Oz. But watch out as Eva the Evil witch and her minions are out to stop them.

Packed full of songs and side splitting laughter this show is perfect for the whole family.

Together with her fantastic musicians and backing singers Jane brings the audience to their feet night after night in the ultimate feel-good show. This is one night you won’t want to miss!

TICKETS: £45 VIP Gold - Includes Pre Show and Interval Drink and Canapés in the Theatre Royal VIP Suite £34.50 Silver £33 Bronze

TICKETS: £38 Family 2 x Adults, 2 x Children £11 Adult £10 Concession £9 Child

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EVENTS DIARY 2015 22 JAN Blake 2 - 7 FEB

Barry Manilow’s Copacabana

8 FEB

Cirque Du Hilarious

12 FEB

The Elo Experience

22 FEB

Joe Longthorne

24 - 28 FEB

Regal Entertainments Presents Rita Sue and Bob Too

1 MAR

Jurassic Adventures

1 MAR

The Dublin Legends

7 MAR

Colin Fry - 6ixth Sense Anniversary Tour

8 MAR

Magic - A Kind of Queen

14 MAR

That’ll Be The Day

20 MAR

Roy Orbison & Friends with Barry Steele

27 MAR

Princes of Pop

28 MAR

Michael Jackson - King of Pop

3 - 12 APR

Regal Entertainments Presents Sleeping Beauty

14 - 16 APR

Twopence To Cross The Mersey

17 APR

Dancing Queen

18 APR

The Bradshaws - Goosed

19 APR

Vienna Festival Ballet 35th Anniversary Gala

25 APR

The Vesbim Floyds

26 APR

Sing-A-Long-A Frozen

3 MAY

The Kilkennys

8 MAY

An Evening of Mediumship with Tony Stockwell

9 MAY

The Illegal Eagles

12 MAY

We’ve Only Just Begun - The Carpenters

20 - 21 MAY

Danny The Champion Of The World

22 MAY

The Drifters

23 MAY

Strictly Come Dancing’s Pasha Kovalev Life Through Dance

25 MAY

Tree Fu Tom

13 JUN

Let’s Hang On

29 SEP

Psychic Sally On The Road

24 OCT - 1 NOV

Regal Entertainments Presents The Wizard of Oz

13 NOV

Jane McDonald Live In Concert CHRISTMAS 2015 PANTO - BOOK NOW! CINDERELLA: FRI 4 DEC 15 - SUN 10 JAN 16