Millennium Forum Sept -Dec programme 2026

September - December 2026 Programme

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Dementia Friendly Tea Dance

Thurs 3 Sept

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Celebratory Open Day

Sat 5 Sept

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Chris Norman

Tues 8 Sept

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ARC Fitness: Recovery In Motion Conference 2026

Wed 9 Sept

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Michael starring Ben

Thurs 10 Sept

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The ELO Show

Fri 11 Sept

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The South

Sat 12 Sept

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Billy Ocean

Sun 13 Sept

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Robert Mizzell

Fri 18 Sept

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Gearoid McCarthy & Band in concert

Sat 19 Sept

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PCA

Sun 20 Sept

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Nip & Tuck

Thurs 24 Sept

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Cat Laughs

Fri 25 & Sat 26 Sept

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Think Twice

Sun 27 Sept

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The Body Of Bobby

Thurs 8 to 10 Oct

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Andrew Ryan

Sun 11 Oct

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Uppa Walls Comedy Club

Sat 17 Oct, Sat 21 Nov, Sat 19 Dec

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City of Derry International Choir Festival

Thurs 22 to Sun 25 October

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TechTides

Tues 27 Oct

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KATZEYE - The Ultimate Tribute

Wed 28 Oct

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Ballet Ireland - Romeo & Juliet

Tues 3 Nov

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Aaron McCann

Thurs 5 Nov

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Dubliner - The Luke Kelly Story

Fri 6 Nov

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The Bjorn Identity

Sat 7 Nov

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The Mersey Beatles

Sun 8 Nov

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Shrek Jnr

Mon 9 & Tues 10 Nov

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Phil Coulter - Gold & Silver Days

Tues 17 Nov

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Tea With Me

Thurs 19 Nov

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David Essex

Fri 20 Nov

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Fintan Harvey - Flightmares

Fri 20 Nov

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Paul Brady

Sat 21 Nov

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Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs

Fri 27 Nov to Thurs 31 Dec

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Too Much Too Young

Fri 27 Nov

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Nashville Live

Sat 28 Nov

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Nathan Carter

Fri 4 Dec

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Emer Maguire

Sat 5 Dec

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Foyle School of Speech & Drama Christmas Showcase

Wed 9 & Mon 14 Dec

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Rat Pack - A Swinging Christmas at the Sands

Fri 11 Dec

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How’s Your Father? - Starring Conal Gallen

Sat 12 Dec

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Onoir

Wed 16 Dec

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Picture This

Fri 18 & Sat 19 Dec

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Ulster Orchestra - The Magic of Christmas

Mon 21 Dec

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Christmas with the Country Stars

Mon 28 Dec

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Welcome I am delighted to welcome you to our Sept-Dec season.

I hope you can join us as we’ve got some fantastic performances for you over the Autumn months.

We open our season with our 25th anniversary celebrations. It’s hard to believe that we have reached this milestone and I look forward to welcoming you all to our Open Day in September.

We have a number of in-house productions for you this season. The Body of Bobby, written by local playwright, Gary Breslin, took the top prize in our recent Paul Diamond New Writers Award and we are very much looking forward to hosting its World Premiere here on our stage in October. It’s set in Derry in the 1980s and I know local audiences will enjoy its dark humour and witty writing.

Our panto this year is Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs. Once again, we have a cracker show that all the family will love, so I can’t wait for you and your loved ones to make those special festive memories with us.

September Ocean, David Essex, Phil Coulter and Paul Brady, amongst others. Irish favourites, Onoir and Picture This are both back later this year, with Picture This already sold out, so, if you’ve been lucky to grab tickets for those, then you’re in for a real treat!

If comedy is your thing, then we’ve got lots to keep you laughing over the coming months with the Cat Laughs Festival in September, Andrew Ryan in October, Fintan Harvey in November and Emer Maguire in December, plus lots more.

For the classical fans, we have the incredible Ballet Ireland’s stunning production of Romeo & Juliet and the Ulster Orchestra back with their ever-popular, The Magic of Christmas.

Looking ahead to 2027 and I’m thrilled to host the anticipated return of the hit West End musical, Dirty Dancing. This incredible show was a big hit with our audiences the last time we hosted it and I’ve no doubt that tickets will be in huge demand for it this time around.

As always, thank you for your continued support; without it, we can’t continue to bring you these world class productions. I hope you enjoy the new season.

David McLaughlin Chief Executive

As usual, there’s plenty of fantastic live music on offer with the return of Billy

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Date: Tues 8 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £34.00, £37.50, £41.00 Includes Development Fee Contains flashing lights Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult

ARC Fitness: Recovery in Motion Conference 2026 Date: Wed 9 Sept Time: 9.15am Tickets: £6.00 (includes lunch) Includes Development Fee

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Chris Norman, original lead singer with Smokie, brings his band to our stage for a second time after a sell-out show last year.

This concert will celebrate fifty incredible years of Smokie, one of the most iconic and influential bands of the 1970s.

Hits like ‘Living Next Door to Alice’, ‘Oh Carol’, and ‘Lay Back in the Arms of Someone’ have become anthems of a generation.

This unforgettable night will feature all the hits, plus some surprises, as Chris Norman and his band take the audience on a journey through the decades of Smokie’s music alongside some of Chris’s solo hits that made him a household name worldwide.

This year’s campaign, Rewrite The Story, highlights the power of community, connection and mutual support in moving forward through recovery and shaping a new life.

Hear from leading clinicians, passionate advocates and inspiring individuals with lived experience.

Whether you’re a professional, supporter, or on your recovery journey, this is a day to connect, learn, and grow.

Choir Performance Lived experience exhibition by WHSCT

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Michael Starring Ben

The ELO Show

The South

Date: Time: Tickets:

Date: Fri 11 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £33.00, £37.00 Includes Development Fee

Date: Sat 12 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £30.50, £34.50 Includes Development Fee Contains flashing lights. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Thurs 10 Sept 8pm £33.50, £36.50 Limited tickets available Includes Development Fee

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael – The Magic of Michael Jackson.

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.

This incredible tribute to Jeff Lynne and ELO returns following a sell-out show last year, bringing a stunning new stage production and a band of amazing musicians playing hit after hit from ELO’s vast back catalogue.

Expect songs like, Evil Woman, Don’t Bring Me Down, Telephone Line, Sweet Talkin Woman, Turn to stone, Wild West Hero, The Diary of Horace Wimp and of course the legendary Mr. Blue Sky plus many more with a surprise or two.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic night of nostalgia and classic tunes.

The South are an impressive nine-piece band who feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles.

This exciting live band have spent fifteen years touring the theatres and festivals, bringing back the full sound and arrangements of treasured songs: A Little Time (the number one single), Perfect 10, Rotterdam, Song For Whoever, Old Red Eyes Is Back, Good as Gold, Don’t Marry Her plus many more singles and album tracks as well as a few choice South originals.

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Billy Ocean

Robert Mizzell

Date: Sun 13 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £72.20, £77.75 Includes Development Fee

Date: Fri 18 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £27.50 Includes Development Fee

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Billy Ocean has over thirty million record sales, a pile of Gold and Platinum records across the globe and a string of worldwide number ones including in the USA, Australia, Germany, Holland, and the UK. He also holds a Grammy award for best male R&B Vocal Performance, the Ivor Novello Award for International Achievement, two Billboard Music awards, the 2010 MOBO lifetime achievement award, and an Honorary Doctorate in music from Westminster University.

Now one of the top Country Music artists in Ireland, Robert is enjoying huge success all around the country. He has released fifteen solo studio albums and two full length DVDs.

Billy’s pop and soul anthems are as wildly popular now as they’ve always been. Hits such as ‘Red Light Spells Danger’, ‘Love Really Hurts Without You’, ‘When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Goin’ and the Grammy Award-winning ‘Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)’ attracting millions of streams and views.

We are delighted to welcome him back to our stage for an evening of the best in Country Music.

Why not join our Youth Forum to be part of 2026/2027 Youth Events & Projects?

Robert was voted ‘Ireland’s Favourite Country Music Singer’ in a poll conducted by RSVP magazine.

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September Gearoid McCarthy & Band in concert

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Date: Sat 19 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £31.50 Includes Development Fee

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PCA

Celtic Legends

Date: Sun 20 Sept Time: 9am Tickets: £35.00 - Under 12s £16.50 Includes Development Fee

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Nip & Tuck Date: Thurs 24 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £25.00 Includes Development Fee Adult Comedy

Written by Gary Gamble & Aodh McCay.

Gearoid McCarthy is gaining huge recognition for his rendition of some of the great Irish/Folk ballads. He has over one million social media followers.

With his brilliant backing band, Gearoid showcases his unique vocal ability with a mesmerising performance. This is a nonstop high-quality show. Not to be missed.

This event will act as a qualifying event to the PCA.

Get ready for the ultimate Celtic experience as these club icons take to the stage together, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, career highlights and never-before-heard tales from their time at the club. Expect plenty of laughter, insights and an evening filled with pure passion for the beautiful game.

A night no hoops fan should miss.

This show has been rescheduled following the recent announcement that Martin O’Neill will return as Celtic Manager next season.

Ballybigger is in for another whirlwind as Majella and Barbara chase cosmetic perfection! But when Majella’s surgery savings vanish, her dream (and a reunion with her boyfriend Dick in Australia) is on the line.

Barbara and her sidekick, Mary Oxter, attempt their own cosmetic surgery, with predictably disastrous and hilarious results.

Toss in a madman and a machine making everything bigger and expect utter chaos!

With a fantastic cast, an amazing stage set, and an operation scene audiences still rave about, this is one appointment you won’t want to miss! Book your surgical dose of laughter today!

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Cat Laughs

Think Twice

The Body Of Bobby

Date: Fri 25 & Sat 26 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £31.50 Includes Development Fee

Date: Sun 27 Sept Time: 8pm Tickets: £28.00 Includes Development Fee

Date: Thurs 8 to Sat 10 Oct Time: 8pm Tickets: Opening Night £19.50. Fri and Sat £20.00, £24.50 & £27.50 Includes Development Fee. Recommend guidance 14+

Ireland’s legendary, longest-running comedy festival expands its borders to bring its iconic brand of world-class stand-up directly to Derry. Renowned for decades as the “comedian’s comedy festival,” The Cat Laughs trades its traditional Kilkenny home for an unforgettable weekend takeover at the Millennium Forum.

The spectacular Nine Lives Gala delivers a powerhouse, multi-act lineup that packs the absolute best of local comedic heavyweight talent alongside awardwinning international acts onto a single stage.

Relive the magic, emotion and vocal brilliance of one of the greatest performers of our time, as Think Twice, Europe’s number one tribute to Celine Dion, takes to the stage.

Fronted by the sensational Angie Lang whose powerhouse vocals and commanding stage presence have won critical acclaim across Europe, this dazzling live concert celebrates Celine Dion’s timeless catalogue. With a full live band, soaring arrangements, and stunning performances of Celine’s biggest hits, this is a night that promises to stir hearts and lift spirits.

From unforgettable ballads like Think Twice and Because You Loved Me, to anthems such as It’s All Coming Back to Me Now and My Heart Will Go On, audiences will be taken on an emotional journey through the music of a true legend.

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October Andrew Ryan Date: Sun 11 Oct Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £21.50 Includes Development Fee Suitable for age 16+ Likely to contain swearing and adult content

Following a sell-out tour in 2024, Andrew Ryan is back with a brand-new show.

Join him for tales of pet ownership, constant inability to read a room and his unrelenting frustration and annoyance with the world around him.

Host of the Q Radio Breakfast Show and Star of The Two Jonnies Late Night Lock In (RTE), The Blame Game (BBC), Comedy Central Live, along with hit appearances on some of the biggest comedy podcasts in the UK and Ireland. He is a frequent viral hit with over 50 million views amassed across social media.

“Well paced, well written, delivers plenty of laughs” The Mirror

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Get ready for big laughs and belly aches at Derry’s newest and hottest comedy club, Uppa Walls Comedy! Nestled in the shadow of Derry’s historic walls, we’re bringing the very best local talent and top international comedians to the Studio.

Whether you’re after razor-sharp stand-up, outrageous stories, or a night packed with craic, Uppa Walls Comedy is the place to be.

Grab a seat, order a drink, and prepare to laugh your way through an unforgettable night.

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October City of Derry International Choir Festival Date: Thurs 22 to Sun 25 Oct Time: Events each day, 10am - 10pm Tickets: £6.50 - £25.50 Includes Development Fee

Over 100 choirs from across Ireland, the UK and around the world (including ensembles from Estonia, France, Georgia, Germany, Sweden and Switzerland) will come together to fill the city with song.

Expect an exciting programme of gala concerts, school, national and international competitions, community performances and pop-up events that bring music into every corner of the city and create unforgettable moments for audiences of all ages.

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TechTides Date: Tue 27 Oct Time: 8.30am- 5pm Tickets: From £45 Tickets On-Sale - 31st July

TechTides is a full-day technology and enterprise conference bringing 450+ founders, entrepreneurs, SMEs, technologists, and business leaders together in Derry ~ Londonderry. Featuring worldclass speakers, a startup pitch competition, and unrivalled networking, TechTides Derry is the North West’s must-attend event for anyone building the future of business and technology.

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KATZEYE - The Ultimate Tribute Date: Time: Tickets:

Wed 28 Oct 7.30pm £22.50, £27.50 VIP Meet & Greet: £39.50 (Front two rows) Includes Development Fee

KATZEYE – The Ultimate Tribute is a spectacular high-energy live production celebrating one of the world’s fastestrising global pop groups.

This electrifying tribute brings together the biggest hits, fierce choreography, powerhouse vocals and superstar energy in one unforgettable concert-style experience.

Perfect for KATSEYE fans of all ages, this exciting live show captures the look, sound and energy of a real KATSEYE concert in a family-friendly theatrical production.

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November Ballet Ireland Romeo & Juliet Date: Tues 3 Nov Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £19.50, £24.50, £27 & £29.50 Concessions are available Includes Development Fee

Inspired by Shakespeare’s legendary tale of star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet is a gripping story of passion, defiance and fate.

Set to Prokofiev’s powerful and soaring score, this stunning production blends exquisite choreography with raw emotion, sweeping audiences into a story where every glance, every movement, and every moment plunges our two young lovers into a whirlwind of desire, danger, and heartbreak.

A timeless tale. A powerful score. An unforgettable experience.

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Aaron McCann Date: Thurs 5 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £21.50 Includes Development Fee

A prominent member of the Northern Irish comedy scene for over a decade, Aaron McCann has had sold out tours in major venues including the Waterfront Hall and Ulster Hall. He has opened for the likes of Shane Gillis, Daniel Sloss, Shapel Lacey and Grace O Malley.

In 2023 Aaron teamed up with fellow comedian Colin Geddis to form the Bomb Squad Podcast. The podcast has quickly developed a die hard fanbase allowing them to sell out the SSE arena multiple times.

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Dubliner The Luke Kelly Story Date: Fri 6 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £26.50 Includes Development Fee

Since his untimely death in 1984, Luke Kelly has left an indelible mark as being the greatest folk artist of the 20th Century and his music is widely regarded as one of Ireland’s cultural treasures.

The Bjorn Identity Date: Sat 7 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £27.00, £30.00 Includes Development Fee

Celebrating 50 years of Dancing Queen!

Europe & UK’s most authentic ABBA show marks the legacy of ABBA’s greatest song, Dancing Queen.

Created and performed by the renowned Dublin singer and multi-instrumentalist, Chris Kavanagh, this show brings the audience on a journey through Luke’s music and has received rave reviews in Ireland and abroad.

Starring the Abba-tastic Sophie Grier and Karen Rush as the iconic Frida and Agnetha; expect to be impressed by their stunning live vocals. With an array of beautifully crafted replica costumes, the attention to detail, including Benny’s iconic spinning white piano, does not go unnoticed!

This exciting show brings to life that unique atmosphere that made Luke so special and it has even been said by countless audience members that his presence can be felt on stage forty years on.

With their 7-piece live band, The Bjorn Identity is a musically faithful tribute to ABBA that even boasts real-life couples playing their part to capture the magic of the original Swedes’ on-stage chemistry.

“A beautiful blast from our beautiful past.”

TODAY FM

This two-hour disco throwback is full of ABBA’s greatest hits and so much more. A high-energy, tribute show that promises 70’s nostalgia for Super Trouper fans of all ages.

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The Mersey Beatles

Shrek Jnr

Date: Sun 8 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £29.50 Includes Development Fee

Date: Mon 9 & Tues 10 Nov Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £16.50 Includes Development Fee

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Nasty will be nice when Crana College students present their production of Shrek The Musical JR for two nights only!

Shrek The Musical JR follows an ogre named Shrek who has learned the hard way that “people hate the things they cannot understand.”

The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, George and Ringo.

The band, who clocked up more than 600 appearances in a 10-year residency at Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club, brilliantly exude the inner and outer spirit of the original Fab Four.

Throughout two unforgettable hours, they take the audience on a fabulous ride through the ‘mop top’ hits of Beatlemania to the psychedelic creativity and melodic wonder of the Fab Four’s later studio work.

With music by Jeanine Tesori, book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire, Shrek The Musical is based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks Animation film and the book Shrek by William Steig. The musical was adapted to be performed by students by educational musical theatre consultancy firm iTheatrics under the supervision of Timothy Allen McDonald.

Shrek The Musical JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

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November Phil Coulter Gold & Silver Days Date: Tues 17 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £38.00 Includes Development Fee

Join Derry’s famous son as he returns to our stage as part of his new Irish tour.

In this heartwarming trip down memory lane, Phil takes the audience through some of the highlights of his glittering 60 year career. From ‘Puppet On A String’ to Elvis Presley to the Bay City Rollers, fans will feel the power of ‘The Town I Love So Well’.

An evening of pure quality, not to be missed.

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Tea With Me

David Essex

Date: Thurs 19 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £23.00 Includes Development Fee

Date: Fri 20 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £32.50, £39.50, £47.50 Includes Development Fee

Having established itself as one of the biggest podcasts in the country over the last six years, Tea With Me is coming to Derry for the very first time.

Join Shane Todd and special guests for a night of comedy, stories, chat and the usual Tea With Me banter live on stage as one of Ireland’s favourite podcasts makes its Derry debut.

Grammy nominee, David Essex, is the only artiste in the world to have achieved success in all areas of entertainment as a singer, writer, producer, director, actor in theatre, films, television, stage and recording. A unique talent who continues to break boundaries and a success story that goes on and on and on.

In a career spanning over 50 years, he has sold millions of albums worldwide that featured twenty-three Top 30 singles in Britain alone including Hold Me Close, Silver Dream Machine, Oh What A Circus (from Evita) and many more.

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November Fintan Harvey Flightmares Venue: Studio Theatre Date: Fri 20 Nov Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £16.50 Includes Development Fee

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Paul Brady Date: Sat 21 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £32.00, £36.50 Includes Development Fee

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Flightmares is the hilarious new stand-up show from Claudy comedian, Fintan Harvey.

Flightmares is a laugh-out-loud deep dive into the things that make us sweat with fear and how we deal with them (or don’t).

From extreme sports on Fountain Hill to a terrifying night at bingo, Fintan takes you on a wild ride through phobias, panic, and punchlines.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of comedy that’ll challenge your fears and bring you down to earth with a sidesplitting landing.

Paul Brady, singer, songwriter and multiinstrumentalist is one of Ireland’s most enduringly popular artists. He crosses musical boundaries again and again, incorporating folk, rock, blues, traditional Irish and classic pop styles into his songwriting. His live performances include songs from his extensive catalogue of forty years. Often classified as a musicians’ musician, Paul Brady’s songs have been covered by a huge array of major artists.

With classics such as ‘The Island’, ‘Nobody Knows’, ‘Arthur McBride’ and many more, this is an evening not to be missed!

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MILLENNIUM FORUM PRODUCTIONS presents Niamh Morrison

Jamie Donnelly

Gary Wilson

as Muddles

Andrew Porter

as Snow White

as Nurse Molly

as Herman the Henchman

Karen Hawthorne

as Wicked Queen

Cahir O’Neill

as Prince Charming

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Too Much Too Young

Nashville Live

Date: Fri 27 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £25.00, £29.50 Includes Development Fee

Date: Sat 28 Nov Time: 8pm Tickets: £29.00 Includes Development Fee

Christmas Party Nights

Act Your Age 3 & 10 September, 1 & 8 October, 5 & 12 November

at Maldron Hotel Derry

Moves & Melodies 17 September, 22 October, 19 November

There’s no better place to kick off the Christmas celebrations with friends, family or colleagues.

Party Nights dates: Saturday 5th, 12th and 19th December Package includes: Drinks reception on arrival 3-course festive menu Entertainment from ‘We Love Sax’ followed by a DJ

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Tea Dance 24 September, 29 October, 26 November

Back for its second year after a smashhit debut, the UK’s premier ska theatre experience returns by popular demand!

Get ready for an electrifying night of music in this high octane, two-hour theatre experience that takes audiences on an unforgettable ride through the ska sound that shaped generations.

Prepare to be transported back in time with hits from the likes of Madness, The Specials, The Beat, Bad Manners, The Selecter, The Bodysnatchers, and more! Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering the magic of ska for the first time, this nostalgic trip to the 70s and 80s will have you dancing all night long!

EOL Disco 15+ 18 September, 16 October, 27 November, 11 December

SENSORY MUSICAL THEATRE GROUP 11 – 18 YEAR OLDS

Sensory Musical Theatre 5, 12, 19 & 26 September 3, 10, 17 & 24 October 7, 14, 21, 28 November 5, 12 & 19 December

Enhancing our memory connection series of events

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Nashville Live will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette and Kenny Rogers as well as new tributes to icons Shania Twain, Lady A, The Chicks, Chris Stapleton and Luke Combs. This must-see musical extravaganza sings you through the decades right up to the present day performing forty timeless hit songs.

One thing is for sure, if it’s Country music you like then this is the only show in town!

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Nathan Carter

Emer Maguire

Date: Fri 4 Dec Time: 8pm Tickets: £36.50 Includes Development Fee

Date: Sat 5 Dec Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £26.50 – limited availability Includes Development Fee

Nathan Carter is one of Ireland’s most popular country music stars, known for his energetic live shows and chart-topping hits. Born in Liverpool to Irish parents, he blends traditional country with Irish folk influences, creating a sound that’s both modern and rootsy. With multiple No1 albums, sold-out tours and a reputation for connecting warmly with audiences, Nathan has become a household name across Ireland and beyond.

Don’t miss the opportunity to see Nathan Carter and his band live.

Emer Maguire returns to our stage with Perfectly Chaotic, her biggest and boldest show yet. Fresh off being named one of Channel 4’s top 10 new comic talents in the UK, Emer’s star continues to rise rapidly. She has also been commissioned by Channel 4 to write and star in Socially Awkward, a hilarious and heartfelt new sitcom inspired by her life as an autistic adult. Expect razor-sharp storytelling, musical mischief, and Emer’s trademark blend of honesty and chaos in a show bursting with laughs, warmth and unforgettable moments.

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Foyle School of Speech & Drama Christmas Showcase Date: Wed 9 & Mon 14 Dec Time: 7pm Tickets: At the door Includes Development Fee

For the last twenty-five years the stars from the Foyle School of Speech and Drama have presented an eclectic mix of the traditional Nativity story, fairytales and panto sketches with not an adult in sight. This renowned national and international locally based children’s Speech and Drama group looks at the true meaning of Christmas through the words, song and dance of young local stars aged 5-18. This charity evening is for family and friends, with tickets at the door.

Rat Pack - A Swinging Christmas at the Sands Date: Fri 11 Dec Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £26.00, £31.00, £36.00 Includes Development Fee Contains flashing lights.

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult

Direct from sell-out shows at London’s Adelphi Theatre, this critically acclaimed production features West End performers channelling the charm and vocal brilliance of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. From I’ve Got You Under My Skin and Mr Bojangles to New York, New York and My Way, this is the perfect Christmas night out.

“Rat Pack – Swingin’ at the Sands is the ultimate Christmas night out — slick, sensational and dripping with the charm and swagger of the golden age of swing.”

The Guardian

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December How’s Your Father?

Starring Conal Gallen Date: Sat 12 Dec Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £26.50 Includes Development Fee Age Recommendation 16+

How’s Your Father? is a non-stop, laugh a minute riot of craic, confusion and constant laughter!

Bridie Murphy opens Bridie’s Boutique B&B, much to her husband Willie’s bewilderment.

With their young, confused neighbour, Dick, having some family problems, Bridie steps in to help. There’s only one thing for it. . . bring in the priest!

It’s a side-splitting tale of love, deceit, mystery, bad food and a bit of ‘How’s Your Father’ thrown in for good measure!

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Picture This

Date: Wed 16 Dec Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £36.00 Includes Development Fee

Date: Fri 18 & Sat 19 Dec Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £56.50 Includes Development Fee

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Ulster Orchestra The Magic of Christmas

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This is a night not to be missed as Onoir put their unique stamp on the timeless ballads and folk songs that we all love.

Be prepared for a few pleasant surprises as they delve into Americana, heart rending soul and a little bit of country.

In addition to top-quality vocals, there’s going to be some fun and laughter along the way.

Enjoy the onstage chemistry, excitement and banter in a show that you will remember for a long, long time.

Date: Mon 21 Dec Time: 8pm Tickets: £20.00, £27.00, £31.00 Includes Development Fee

Picture This have become one of Ireland’s biggest musical success stories, captivating audiences with their heartfelt songwriting and anthemic indie-pop sound. Hailing from Athy, Co. Kildare, the four-piece have amassed millions of streams, multiple chart-topping albums and sold-out arena tours, earning a reputation as one of Ireland’s finest live acts.

One night. One orchestra. One unforgettable Christmas experience.

From timeless carols to popular holiday classics, the Ulster Orchestra brings the sound of Christmas to life. Create your magical moment in this spectacular festive show for the whole family with songs such as Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, Sleigh Ride and many more.

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Celebrate the magic of the festive season with A Christmas Country with the Stars, a spectacular night of music and nostalgia.

This unforgettable show brings together five of country music’s most beloved performers: Philomena Begley, Brendan Shine, Declan Nerney, John McNicholl, and Gerry Guthrie.

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Date: 29 & 30 Jan 2027 Time: 8pm Tickets: £ 24.50 Includes Development Fee

Date: Sun 21 Feb 2027 Time: 8pm Tickets: £31.50 Includes Development Fee

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Tues 23 - Sat 27 March 2027 Tues - Thurs 8pm, Fri 5.00pm & 8.30pm, Sat 3pm & 8pm Tickets: Tues - Thurs: £20.00, £40.00, £47.00, £49.50, £54.50 Fri & Sat: £25.00, £45.00, £52.00, £54.50, £59.50 Includes Development Fee

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Customer Information The Millennium Forum would strongly advise all patrons to allow sufficient time for parking, especially at peak times, as latecomers will not be admitted to performances until a suitable break.

Cast may be subject to change.

Postal Address: Millennium Forum, 3 Newmarket Street, Derry/Londonderry, BT48 6EB. Bookings can be made in person, by post or by telephone. Call our Box Office on 028 (048 from ROI) 7126 4455 (choose option 1). Book online by visiting our website at www.millenniumforum.co.uk.

Once tickets are issued they cannot be exchanged or refunded.

Box Office Opening Hours: MondaySaturday 9.30am - 5pm. Open one hour before performance each day.

Payment can be made by cash and any major credit/debit cards (no service charge). When collecting pre-paid tickets at the Box Office, proof of identification is required.

Phone Bookings: Tickets must be collected within three working days of reserving otherwise they may be resold unless payment has been received.

Tickets can be posted, this will incur an administrative charge of £2.00 (UK) and £2.50 (ROI). E-tickets are now available.

Alternatively, they can be held at box office for collection on the day/evening - there is no charge for this service. Calls may be monitored for training purposes.

Theatre Gift Vouchers: Treat your loved ones to a theatre gift voucher. Details available from the Box Office. The ideal gift! Vouchers can now be purchased online at millenniumforum.co.uk Group Bookings: For many performances a discount is offered for party bookings and school groups. Please ask at the Box Office for more information.

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Concessions will be available for some of our performances to Senior Citizens, Children under 16, Students (valid I.D. card required) and the Unemployed (valid I.D.required).

Support Acts: If information on support acts is available the Millennium Forum management will inform customers of these in advance but on occasions this may not be possible.

Babes In Arms: For selected children’s performances only, all children under one year old may go free. However all patrons must be in possession of a valid ticket. Please ask at the Box Office for further details. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult to all of our performances.

The Development Fee is your chance to contribute to the future of the Millennium Forum and to invest in our future development. Every ticket purchased for a show is subject to a small premium of £1.50.

Drinks In Auditorium: For selected shows, drinks may be brought into the auditorium in plastic glasses. No hot drinks in the auditorium.

Strobe Lighting, Smoke Effects & Flashing Lighting: Some performances may use special effects such as strobe lighting, smoke effects and flashing lighting. If such effects are to be used, notices will be placed at the doors of the auditorium. Contact Box Office in advance for further information.

Late Comers: Shows start on time, please do not be late. Latecomers will only be admitted if there is a suitable break in the performance, which may not be until the interval. Please note that this rule will be strictly enforced.

Auditorium: Cameras, tape recorders and video cameras are not permitted in the Auditorium without the expressed permission of the Millennium Forum management. All mobile phones must be switched off. Glass, hot food or hot drinks are not permitted in the auditorium at any time. There is a strict no smoking policy including E cigarettes.

Hearing Loops: The Millennium Forum’s Auditorium and Box Office are equipped with a hardwired Induction Loop system for people with a hearing difficulty. Please switch your hearing aid to T position if you need to use this system.

Infra-Red Hearing Loop: Headsets and necklaces can be obtained from our Customer Services Officers or Duty Manager.

Our Access for All Membership Scheme has been designed for people with physical/sensory or cognitive disabilities, and is a practical display of the Millennium Forum’s belief that there should be equal access to our theatre for everyone. Application form and more information regarding this scheme contact: lisah@millenniumforum. co.uk.

Application forms can also be downloaded from the website.

Touch Tours can be arranged by contacting the Millennium Forum.

Noise Reducing Headphones are available for use at all shows. If required please ask a member of staff.

Courtesy Wheelchair: The Millennium Forum has a courtesy wheelchair that is available for assisting customers to their seats. However, it cannot be used for the show duration.

Autism/Dementia Friendly: As part of our commitment to Access for All we have a Meet The Staff picture board near our front door. We have a quiet space for any access needs available in the Foyle room.

This room also has a live show relay for all performances available. Sensory Bags available at the shop.

Our Large Print Season Brochure can be downloaded from the top of our home page on our website.

Booster Seats: A limited number of booster seats are available for all performances.

Car Parking: There are a number of car parking facilities in the city centre, within a five minute walk from the Forum, such as Foyleside Shopping Centre -Foyleside East is now 24 hour, Bishop Street Car Park and Victoria Market Car Park, Whittaker Street Car Park (Just behind Foyle Street and next to the Foyle Street Bus Station), Queen’s Quay Car Park, Foyle Road and Foyle Valley Railway Museum. In total, there are in excess of 2500 off-street car parking spaces in the city centre. Please check with your chosen parking facility for opening & closing times.

Changing Place Facility: The Millennium Forum has a Changing Place facility which provides patrons with a fully accessible toilet/changing facility that includes a hoist and space to accommodate a number of carers. It is situated on Level 2 in the Main Piazza.

Access can be gained by a Radar key or by any member of Millennium Forum staff.

Speakeasy: You can upgrade your night out in our VIP Bar, telephone Box Office 028 7126 4455 option 1, or visit millenniumforum.co.uk. All bookings must be received before 4 pm, the day before your show.

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