Millennium Forum Theatre & Conference Centre, Derry. September - December 2014 programme

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Welcome to our Autumn/Winter season of events for 2014. We have lots on offer to entice you into the theatre from September to December.

We begin the season with the arrival of the hit ‘feel-good’ musical, HAIRSPRAY, in September. The Tony Award winner is a big, bouncy bouffant of a musical that is guaranteed to get you on your feet with a string of high energy tunes. There will be plenty of opportunities to get your dancing shoes on later in the season, when the GREASE & DIRTY DANCING SHOW debuts in November – you will have the ‘time of your life’ at this fast paced show.

Music fans will be thrilled with the return of the hugely talented, CARA DILLON, in October and the ever popular, NATHAN CARTER in December. BARBARA DICKSON also returns in November to delight her many local fans.

Comedy is a huge part of our programming and this season is no exception, with the return of popular stand-up, JIMMY CARR for two shows in November. JON RICHARDSON makes his Forum debut in October whilst Irish favourite, CONAL GALLEN and the popular, ROY CHUBBY BROWN bring their new shows to our stage in November.

There is drama with the hilarious, 50 SHADES OF RED, WHITE & BLUE in September and Brian Foster’s hugely successful, FROM THE CAMP TO THE CREGGAN which returns in October after a sell-out run last year. The globally renowned, ABBEY THEATRE, also brings their version of the John B Keane play, SIVE, in October as part of their latest tour. We are thrilled to welcome this world class theatre company to our stage for the first time and for its first visit to our City in over fifteen years.

Our annual Christmas panto returns for what is sure to be the highlight of the festive season. Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a family visit to the Forum’s panto and this year, JACK & THE BEANSTALK is guaranteed to not disappoint! Join William Caulfield and a host of local talent for this festive favourite.

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all of our patrons for their continuing support. I hope you enjoy our new programme of events.

David McLaughlin Chief Executive

Once again the Millennium Forum and its team are to be congratulated on delivering a wonderful programme of events for us to enjoy over the winter season.

From the ever popular Irish folk singer, Cara Dillon, to Brian Foster’s From the Camp to Creggan, and the annual Foyle School of Speech and Drama’s Christmas show - the mix of local talent is fantastic and is something to be proud of.

We also look forward to welcoming visiting shows such as the globallyrenowned ballet, Nutcracker, and the multi-award-winning Broadway musical, Hairspray. Meanwhile for both the young and old the magic of Christmas will really come alive on our stage with the story of Jack and the Beanstalk - the Millennium Forum’s biggest show of the year.

Like the Millennium Forum, we are at the heart of the local community and are reaching out to all corners of the Derry-Londonderry area and beyond to support people of all ages. Be it through our banking

offering, our engagement with local schools through our school banks, financial literacy programmes and youth sports sponsorships, our charity partnership with Age NI or our commitments to doing everything we can to help local businesses reach their full growth potential.

We greatly value the partnership with the Millennium Forum and are delighted to continue our relationship with what is the North West’s leading arts and entertainment venue. Like you we are looking forward to the exciting range of shows and conferences planned for the Millennium Forum this coming season.

Patrick Mullan Senior Manager Personal Banking Danske Bank

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Hairspray Tues 2nd – Sun 7th Sept Times: Tues – Sat 7.30pm | Thurs & Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Sun Only: 5.30pm Tickets: Opening Night & Thurs Matinee £9.50, £14.50, £16.50 & £19.50 Wed & Thurs 7.30pm £10.00, £17.00, £19.00 & £22.50 Friday – Sunday £11.50, £19.50, £21.50 & £24.50 (Includes Development Donation) Cork Opera House proudly presents the smash hit Broadway Musical Hairspray. Winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, HAIRSPRAY is a big, bouncy bouffant of a musical, piled high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs.

It’s 1962 and teenager Tracy Turnblad wants to land a part as a dancer on the Corny Collins TV show… but can she achieve her dream of stardom, fight off evil Amber for the crown of Miss Hairspray and win the heart of local heartthrob, Link Larkin while taking a stand against racial segregation? For the big girl with the big heart, anything is possible. Featuring the ever popular “Good Morning Baltimore”, “I Can Hear The Bells” and May More.

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The Magic Flute Sat 13th Sept | 7.30pm | Tickets: £14.50, £17.00, £18.50, £20.00 concessions available (Includes Development Donation)

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Award-winning Northern Ireland Opera presents Mozart’s most popular opera, The Magic Flute. With colourful characters including a giant serpent, a loveable bird catcher, and a hero on a quest to rescue a beautiful princess, The Magic Flute features some of opera’s most famous arias. A hilarious fairytale story of good and evil.

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Way Back Then Sun 14th Sept | 8pm | Tickets: £10.00 (Includes Development Donation)

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Join compère Sean Coyle (BBC) in this guaranteed great night of variety featuring Brendan Quinn, The Foyle Big Band, Majella Brady, Colmcille Ladies Choir, Gerry Mac, The Knights and Big O’.

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Ireland’s North West Irish Dancing Championships 2014

Culture Tech Conference Mon 15th – Wed 17th Sept

Sat 20th & Sun 21st Sept | 8am - late | Tickets at the door

CultureTECH is the biggest creative festival in Northern Ireland. Now in its third year, it returns with a weeklong celebration of games, education, commerce and fun, shining a light on everywhere were culture and technology come together. Join us across the city, at our many free events, gigs and seminars.

A spectacular array of competitive Irish Dancing running over two days. Over one thousand competitors from the UK, Republic of Ireland, Scotland, Europe and USA all competing for the coveted title of Irelands Northwest Champion. An event registered with An Coimisiun le Rince Gaelacha.

CultureTECH are bringing The Ministry of Science Show to the Millennium Forum for a Schools only event. Ministry of Science Live is not your ordinary science show, the show will take you on a journey using demonstrations and a few loud bangs to lead the way.

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50 Shades of Red, White & Blue Thurs 18th and Fri 19th Sept |8pm | Tickets: £12.50, £16.50, £19.50 & £22.50 (Includes Development Donation) This hilarious play returns telling the story of the loveable Maggie Muff and her search for love. Featuring laugh-out-loud characters such as Sally Ann, Sinead the Greener and of course, the mysterious Mr Red, White and Blue himself.

American Wrestling Rampage Thurs 25th Sept | 7.30pm | Tickets: £15.00 | Golden Ringside Seats: £25.00 (includes meet’n’greet) (Includes Development Donation) American Wrestling Rampage (AWR) returns with a hard-hitting and high-flying show suitable for the entire family. See WWE Superstars Chris Masters, Carlito and Drew McIntyre, among others as they battle it out for the World Heavyweight Championship.

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Only Fools & 3 Courses Fri 3rd – Sat 4th Oct | 6.30pm | Tickets: £39.50 (Includes Development Donation) Join us for the dinner event of the year combining fine food and comedy action, served up Only Fools and Horses style.

Marlene and Boycie are hosting a Gala Dinner, but will things go to plan with Del, Rodney and Uncle Albert on the guest list? Expect an evening of chaos and mayhem with extra large portions of comedy on the menu.

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Start the evening with a ‘Delboy’ style cocktail and enjoy a delicious 4 Course Gala Dinner in this laugh-a-minute interactive dining experience. For menu details, visit www.millenniumforum.co.uk or call Encore Brasserie on +44(0)28 7137 2492.

Dolores Keane

In Concert with special guest Don Stiffe Fri 26th Sept | 8pm | Tickets: £27.50 (Includes Development Donation) Following a long absence, Irish singing star, Dolores Keane, performs as part of an extensive comeback tour to delight her many local fans.

The Galway singer has given the world definitive renditions of songs such as ‘Galway Girl’, ‘Caledonia’ and the Nelson Mandela tribute, ‘Lion In A Cage’ plus countless other memorable hits.

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Smackee: Abba Thurs 2nd Oct | 8pm | Tickets: £12.50, £16.50, £19.50 (Includes Development Donation)

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Dust off your flares and join the award winning Smackee for their production of Abba The Show! This dynamic and nostalgic tribute show presents all the hits from one of the world’s most popular groups.

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Abbey Theatre on Tour

Sive

by John B. Keane

Wed 8th – Sat 11th Oct | Wed - Fri 8pm Sat 2.30pm & 8pm Tickets: Opening Night Offer £12.50 & £15.00 Thurs 8pm & Sat 2.30pm Tickets: £13.50, £16.50, £19.00 concessions available Fri & Sat 8pm | Tickets: £14.50, £19.00, £22.50 ‘Isn’t it only bringing two people together in wedlock we are?’

One of the greatest Irish plays of the 20th Century, John B. Keane’s Sive stands tall in the Irish theatre canon.

This gripping new production by director Conall Morrison was enjoyed by over 30,000 people during a sell-out run at the Abbey Theatre. The globally renowned Abbey Theatre makes its debut to the Millennium Forum for its first visit to the City in over fifteen years.

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Beautiful young Sive lives with her aunt and uncle in rural Kerry. Seán Dóta, an elderly farmer, offers the local matchmaker Thomasheen Seán Rua, a large sum for her hand in marriage. Will this be too much for her aunt and uncle to resist?

Don’t miss this chance to rediscover this dark, powerful story of greed and passion.

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‘An explosive, searing revival.’

Sunday Independent ‘A gripping production.’

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Cara Dillon Special Guest Dan Tyminski Sun 12th Oct | 8pm | Tickets: £25.50 (Includes Development Donation)

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One of the world’s best voices, Irish folk singer Cara Dillon performs songs from her new and critically acclaimed album ‘A Thousand Hearts’ (Sony Music) together with a selection of award-winning favourites.

Supporting Cara will be very special guest Dan Tyminski. Highly regarded as a core member of multi Grammy winning Alison Krauss’ band Union Station, Tyminski was the singing voice of George Clooney in the Coen Brothers movie ‘O Brother, Where Art Thou?’ and also featured on the global, million selling hit ‘Hey Brother’ for Swedish electronic dance artist, Avicii.

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The Elvis Spectacular Starring 2012 European Elvis Champion Ciaran Houlihan with his TCB BAND and the Sweet Sensations Thurs 16th Oct | 8pm | Tickets: £9.50, £12.50, £15.00 (Includes Development Donation)

Derek Ryan Wed 15th Oct | 8pm | Ticket: £22.50 (Includes Development Donation) Irish country singing sensation Derek Ryan will perform tracks from his most recent album, “Country Soul”. Featuring a mix of original songs and including old-time favourites “It’s Friday”, “Welcome Home (The Gathering)”, “God’s Plan” and “100 Numbers”.

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Ireland’s premier Elvis show, this is a two hour trip through all the stages of The King’s career, from his early strutting hillybilly days, to his Army years and the iconic leather clad 68 Comeback Special, right up until the rhinestoned jumpsuits of the Las Vegas era. Ciaran Houliahan looks like him . . . sounds like him . . . and moves like him!

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Friends In Low Places The Garth Brooks Story

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Sat 18th Oct | 8pm | Tickets: £14.50, £19.50 & £22.50 (Includes Development Donation) Trevor Smith brings you this spectacular production of Friends in Low Places with all of Garth Brooks greatest hits including ‘If Tomorrow Never Comes’, ‘Friends in Low Places’, ‘The Dance’, Baton Rouge’, ‘Shameless’ and ‘Unanswered Prayers’. This show is a must see for any Brooks fan and is the next best thing to the man himself.

Jon Richardson Sun 19th Oct | 8pm | Tickets: £20.00 (Includes Development Donation)

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British Comedy Award 2013 Nominee and team captain on ‘8 Out Of 10 Cats’ Jon Richardson brings his brand new hilarious stand-up comedy show ‘Nidiot’.

‘Jon Richardson is developing into a quietly sophisticated comedian who is at turns hilarious and disturbing and under no circumstances should you miss **** The Mirror NB Parental Guidance Suitable for 14+.

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From the Camp to the Creggan Tues 21st – Sat 25th Oct | 8pm Tickets: Opening Night All Seats £12.50 Wed – Sat £17.50 (Includes Development Donation) The action is set in Springtown Camp and Derry’s Guildhall back in 1963. Young radical socialist father of five, Harry Kelly, sick with his family’s impoverished living conditions, comes up with a unique plan to show up the ‘faceless men’ of Derry’s political establishment to the outside world. Communities across the city have been invited to enter a Christmas competition, to be held in the Guildhall, to find the best short nativity play. So Harry sits down and writes a play for the local children to perform.

NB: This play contains strong language throughout, and adopts an irreverent attitude towards sex, politics and religion. Please DO NOT come to be offended.

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Indian Festival of Light Sun 26th Oct 2014 | Tickets: £2.00 (includes 1 show, food and activities) Piazza area Indian vegetarian food and family activities open 4pm – 8pm Stage shows at 5.30pm and 8.00pm (Includes Development Donation) Experience ‘Diwali,’ an Indian annual national festival of light. Expect a piazza buzzing with family friendly Indian craft activities, henna tattoos, sari’s and turbans, rangoli floor decorations, and traditional Diwali food. The stage bursts alive with Bollywood and Bhangra, Indian fashion and much more! 2000 attended last year so expect a packed party with everything Indian – a truly unique experience in Derry~Londonderry.

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Tues 28th – Wed 29th Oct | 8pm | Tickets: £10.00, £14.00, £16.50 concessions available (Includes Development Donation)

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This new adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic masterpiece on vampirism, sees Gerard McCarthy (Hollyoaks) playing both Jonathan Harker, whose diaries chronicle the bloody tale, and the greatest supernatural character of all time: Dracula. Using multiple cameras, backing screens, projections, surround sound and a newly commissioned score, this solo tour de force will make audiences scream.

Gym Fusion Sat 1st Nov | 1pm & 6pm | Tickets £8.00 concessions available (Includes Development Donation)

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GymFusion is part of the British Gymnastics National Festivals programme which aims to offer an exciting performance opportunity for gymnasts of all ages and abilities. This collaboration brings together gymnasts, audiences and the community. Show stopping performances are guaranteed to wow local audiences.

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Jobs And Benefits Charity Musical Revue 10th Anniversary Show

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Fri 7th Nov | 8pm | Tickets: £10.50 (Includes Development Donation) All the original cast (and a few special guests) come together to celebrate a night of superb entertainment for the benefit of local charity. Definitely a night of real quality not to be missed.

Musical Director- Damien McAdams

The Simon & Garfunkel Story An Evening of Nostalgia with

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Sat 8th Nov | 8pm | Tickets: £16.00, £18.00, £20.00 (Includes Development Donation) Acclaimed Irish singer, Johnny McEvoy makes his much anticipated return to our city for a nostalgic evening of ‘song and story’. Featuring all of Johnny’s hits including: Muirsin Durkin, Boston Burglar, Those Brown Eyes and Long, Long Before Your Time.

Johnny McEvoy has always been highly acclaimed for his excellent shows and his concert is eagerly awaited by his legion of fans.

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50th Anniversary Tour Sun 9th Nov | 8pm | Tickets: £ 17.50 (Includes Development Donation) Direct from London’s West End, award winning actor Dean Elliott (Buddy Holly in ‘Buddy -The Musical’) and a full cast of performers tell The Simon and Garfunkel Story using huge projection photos, original film footage and featuring a live band performing hits including ‘Mrs Robinson’, ‘Cecilia’, ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more.

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Moscow Ballet Fri 14th Nov | 7.30pm | Tickets: £12.50, £17.50, £19.50, £22.50 concessions available (Includes Development Donation) All is quiet in the great house…Clara creeps downstairs... The Christmas Tree stands alone… In the darkness, through the curtains, the moonlight beams onto the colourful presents offered there.

A Schools Hidden Talent

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It’s midnight, the clock strikes heralding in the spirit of Christmas…Yet something stirs in the darkness beyond and thus unfolds this magical festive tale of the globally renowned classical ballet, Nutcracker.

Thurs 13th Nov | 8pm | Tickets: £10.50 concessions available (Includes Development Donation) This inter-school variety talent competition involves children from across the County of Derry. The show will be hosted by local legend Ruairí C.R. McSorley and the winner will be chosen by a celebrity panel and the theatre audience. All profits from the event will go to the Northern Ireland Children To Lapland Trust.

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Jimmy Carr – Funny Business

Barbara Dickson

Sat 15th Nov | 7pm & 10pm | Tickets: £25.50 | (Includes Development Donation)

Thurs 20th Nov | 8pm Tickets: £19.50, £23.00 & £25.50 (Includes Development Donation)

Jimmy’s been described as ‘the hardest working man in comedy’, which, let’s face facts, is not that impressive. ‘Funny Business’ is Jimmy’s brand new stand up show. Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition.

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Barbara Dickson is one the most successful recording artistes of recent times with a career that has seen her achieve numerous outstanding albums and awards. Joining her on stage will be her talented keyboard player and vocalist Nick Holland. The show features a mix of musical moods from classic singersongwriter material, traditional music and some of Barbara’s greatest hits. The show features an eclectic mix of musical moods from classic singer-songwriter material, traditional music and some of Barbara’s ‘greatest hits’ including ‘Another Suitcase in Another Hall’ and ‘The Caravan Song’ Barbara will also feature songs from her latest Greentrax album ‘To Each and Everyone: The Songs of Gerry Rafferty’.

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Grease & Dirty Dancing Show Wed 19th Nov | 8pm | Tickets: £12.50, £16.50, £18.50 (Includes Development Donation) Two shows for the price of one – this all singing, all dancing show will have you rocking in your seat from start to finish, showcasing all the songs from both hit musicals.

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Performed by four leading singers/dancers from London’s West End and supported by a fantastic live band, you are guaranteed the time of your life!

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Showstoppers 2014 Fri 21st Nov | 8pm | Tickets: £14.50 (Includes Development Donation)

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For the 26th year, the Londonderry Musical Society and the Britannia Concert Band have joined forces to present the Showstoppers spectacular, fast-moving musical show. This unique blend of Brass and Voice, with over a hundred performers brings to the stage the best of Broadway and the West End.

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Conal Gallen Sat 22nd Nov | 8pm | Tickets: £20.00 (Includes Development Donation)

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He’s back! Yes, Conal Gallen returns to the Millennium Forum for a special one off performance of his hilarious stand up show - A Laugh and A Half .

Don’t miss out on this rare chance to see Conal in his one man stand up show and see why he really is one of Ireland’s funniest men!

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William Caulfield as Dame Trot

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Before Xmas

The Millennium Forum is well known for its outstanding Christmas pantomimes and this year’s production promises to be the best yet.

Telling the story of peasant boy Jack and his attempts to please his impoverished mother and win the hand of Princess Jill, JACK AND THE BEANSTALK remains one of the best-loved pantomimes of all time.

Packed with great song and dance routines, hilarious comedy, dazzling scenes and magical special effects, JACK & THE BEANSTALK is fun for all the family from 4-94!

Fri 28th Nov 2014 – Sun 4th Jan 2015 RP

Relaxed Performance Mon 22nd Dec 2014 – 3pm

Signed Performance – Fri 2nd Jan 2015 – 2pm ISL/BSL

A gigantic beanstalk, Daisy the cow, magic beans, a goose that lays golden eggs and the nastiest of giants – it’s panto time again at the Forum!

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Gerard McCabe as Silly Billy

Featuring William Caulfield as Dame Trot, Conor O’Kane as Jack and Gerard McCabe as Silly Billy plus a local and Northern Irish cast, this energetic Christmas treat is sure to

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be a hit with audiences far and wide.

“Congratulations to all involved in putting together another great night out.” Derry News “Stunning sets and beautifully atmospheric lighting combine to banish the winter blues, drawing the audience into a wonderful world of make believe.” The Stage “Once again the Millennium Forum has delivered a real festive treat of a show, with somthing for everyone. It has music, magic and laughs a plenty and you can’t help but leave feeling a warm Christmassy glow.”

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Nathan Carter & Band

Roy Chubby Brown | Who Ate All The Pies?

Wed 10th Dec | 8pm | £25.00 | (Includes Development Donation)

Sat 29th Nov | 8pm | Tickets: £22.50 | (Includes Development Donation)

Nathan has had a tremendous year to date, with his new album ‘Where I Wanna Be’ topping the Irish Charts and numerous TV appearances, most recently on the prestigious Late Late Show on RTE 1.

Nathan’s new album release follows the phenomenal success of Wagon Wheel, the title track of which has been one of the most requested songs ever on Irish radio. It’s going to be a great night of country music.

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The Fureys

Foyle School of Speech & Drama Christmas Show

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Mon 8th & Tues 9th Dec | 7.30pm | Tickets at the door The Foyle School of Speech and Drama has worked with children and young people in the City for over 25 years. In that time pupils have secured lead roles on the West End Stage, film and television. The pupils finish up the year with an eclectic mix of the traditional Nativity Stories, Fairy tales and Panto sketches with not an adult in sight!

A family night of fun and drama and an opportunity to see the stars of tomorrow.

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The hottest act on the Irish music scene, Nathan Carter and his band make a welcome return to the Millennium Forum following a sell-out success earlier in the year.

Roy Chubby Brown returns with his meatiest show yet. He’s still rude, he’s still crude and this time he’s turning headlines into punch lines as his rip-roaring brand of banter continues to burst bellies across the country. Chubby doesn’t hold back from sharing his outlandish views on news, women and gender, sailing so close to the mark, even the most seasoned of fans will be left gob-smacked!

As politically incorrect as ever ‘The World’s Most Outrageous Comedian’ is far too rude for TV, so this live performance is the only place to catch the flamboyant comedian.

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Sat 27th Dec | 8.30pm | Tickets: £19.50, £22.50 (Includes Development Donation)

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Legends of Irish music, The Fureys, will perform all their hits including ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You Were Sweet 16’, ‘The Green Fields of France’, ‘The Old Man’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare to Here’ and ‘Steal Away’.

They have been entertaining audiences worldwide for 36 years including former Australian Prime Minister John Howard, Former Irish President Mary McAleese and the late Pope John Paul.

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Smokie Sun 28th Dec | 9pm | Tickets: £22.50 & £25.00 (Includes Development Donation)

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Soft rock legends Smokie will perform for their 40th anniversary Tour.

Performing their most famous hit singles including, “If You Think You Know How to Love Me”, “Don’t Play Your Rock ‘n’ Roll to Me”, “Lay Back in the Arms of Someone” and their most popular hit single ever, “Living Next Door to Alice”. This is your chance to reminisce a night most definitely not to be missed.

The Drifters in concert Mon 29th Dec | 8.30pm | Tickets: £17.50, £24.50, £26.50 (Includes Development Donation) This is their most spectacular show to date as The Drifters present ‘The Optimum Tour’ featuring the current lineup Michael Williams, Damen Charles, Ryan King and Daniel Bowen Smith.

Including songs such as ‘Under The Boardwalk’, ‘Saturday Night At The Movies’, ‘Up On The Roof’, ‘Kissin In The Back Row’, ‘Come On Over To My Place’, ‘More Than A Number In My Little Red Book’, ‘The One’, ‘Think Twice’ and many more from The Drifters vast back catalogue.

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