AUTUMN / WINTER 22/23
We are pleased to bring you our new Autumn and Winter season of entertainment here at The Orchard Theatre. We are proud to bring you a diverse range of shows including West End musicals, brand new productions that have never toured before and an array of one-night shows, perfect for everyone in the family and for those special occasions! Plus don’t forget this year’s magical pantomime Cinderella. You shall go to the ball!
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4 PARTY NIGHT MONDAYS 12PM 14 NOV, 16 JAN, 20 FEB, 17 APR, 15 MAY & 26 JUN with a difference Please note these events take place in The Orchard Theatre Restaurant, accessed via 28 steps. Please note this event take place in The Orchard Theatre Restaurant, accessed via 28 steps. 25+ BOOK ONLINE orchardtheatre.co.uk No babysitter? No problem! With the UK’s premier baby friendly comedy club! 18+ The ultimate 80s party night, where our auditorium is transformed into a neon paradise! FRI 2 DEC CHRISTMAS TROPICANA SAT 21 JAN 8PM ENJOY AN INCREDIBLE THREE-COURSE MEAL, PAIRED WITH UNFORGETTABLE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT SUNDAY WITH THE STARS SUN 13 NOV MICHAEL BUBLÉ TRIBUTE SUN 22 JAN BOND & MORE SUN 12 MAR MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE SUN 16 APRIL ADELE TRIBUTE THU 8 DEC CHRISTMAS DINNER WITH TAKE THIS THE TAKE THAT TRIBUTE IN THE MAIN AUDITORIUM W E E L C O M ARATPACKTRIBUTESHOW FRANK ThreeoftheWestEnd'sfinestperformers cometogetherinayoungandvibrant tributetotheRatPack "Frankie,DeanandSammy"performalltheirheydayhits plusotherclassicsongsfromthejazzandswingera SAMMY DEAN THU 2 FEB WEST
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Ultimate night of dining, dance and sing-along! Join West End professionals and celebrate the best soundtracks from classics like Grease, Mamma Mia!, Dirty Dancing and more. FRI 20
West End performers come together in a young and vibrant tribute to the Rat Pack ‘Frankie, Dean and Sammy’ perform all their heyday hits and more.
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MUSICAL PARODY
Friendsical is an original and unique new parody musical inspired by the gang in Friends, the iconic TV show.
When Ross’s wife leaves him for another woman, he fears he will never find love again. But then Rachel runs back into his life… will he end up with his one true love?
With original new songs such as (He’s her) Lobster!, Richard’s Moustache and You’re Over Me, When Were You Under Me?, the gang take on naked Thursdays, a power cut and a dinosaur convention! What could possibly go wrong?
Friendsical will feature Harry Judd in a star cameo role!
THU 27 - SAT 29 OCT
TICKETS FROM £ 22.50 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order
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CYFER THE NUN-BELIEVABLE KILLER DRAG COMEDY DD_Dartford_Brochure_178x151.indd 1 03/10/2022 17:31 A DIVINELY HILARIOUS MURDER MYSTERY TUE 1 - SAT 5 NOV TICKETS FROM £ 18 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ‘KILL FOR A TICKET’ DAILY STAR ON SUNDAY Legendary drag queens and stars of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Willam ( A Star is Born, Nip/Tuck) and Cheryl Hole (Celebrity Juice, The Only Way is Essex), lead an all-drag cast including River Medway, Victoria Scone and Drag King superstar LoUis CYfer (Winner – Drag Idol, Death Drop) in this murder mystery comedy. A gaggle of fierce Nuns are confined to their Convent. But their peace and tranquillity is shattered by a serial slayer slashing their way through the sisters. With the help of an unexpected visitor from the Vatican, can Mother Superior and the rag-tag Sisters of St Babs save their convent, save souls, and save themselves? The laughs keep coming in this nun-missable new murder mystery and is the heavenly dose of fun we’ve all been longing to find.
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17:31 TUE 8 - SAT 12 NOV TICKETS FROM £ 25.50 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order Willy Russell ’s legendary musical tells the captivating and moving tale of twins separated at birth, who grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. Few musicals have been received with such acclaim as the multi-award-winning Blood Brothers
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emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True. ‘BRINGS THE AUDIENCE CHEERING TO ITS FEET AND ROARING ITS APPROVAL’ DAILY MAIL Photos
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doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be?
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Join Sam, Penny, Elvis, Station Officer Steele and Norman in an all singing, dancing, action-packed show. You can become a fire-fighter cadet and then watch the magic of the circus. KIDS SHOWS Based on the favourite stories by Based on the Tales from Acorn Wood stories © Julia Donaldson an d Axel Scheffler 2000 and 2021, published by Macmillan Children’s Books TalesFromAcornWoodTreasury_brochure_dartford 58x42 [press].indd 1 30/09/2022 12:51
MON 24 - TUE 25 OCT Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved Tales from Acorn Wood stories are brought to life on stage for the first time in an enchanting lift-theflap experience.
You shall go to the ball this Christmas with the spectacular family pantomime Cinderella Starring singing sensation, recording, radio and television star George Shelley making his pantomime debut as Prince Charming, Cinderella is a family treat not to miss! George will be joined by pantomime legend Bobby Davro as Buttons, the DancingonIce reigning champion Regan Gascoigne as Dandini, Ellie Jane Grant in the title role and Bree Smith as The Fairy Godmother. Cinderella will feature laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses. Join Cinders as she goes from rags to riches, outwits her very wicked sisters and meets her dashing Prince Charming. The clock is ticking, so book your tickets now! A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order. Groups of 10+ please call 0343 310 0033 to buy. TICKET PRICES TICKETS £44, £39.50, £38, £35, £26, £16 PREMIERE CARD DISCOUNT £25 on Tue 13 until Sun 18 Dec £5 off Price Band A and B Mon 19 - Sat 31 Dec DISCOUNTS CONCESSIONS £2 off yellow performances UNDER 16s £2 off all performances FAMILY OF 4 £96 at yellow performances (Must include 1 adult & 1 child) OVER 60s SPECIAL £20 at yellow performances after Sun 25 Dec GROUP DISCOUNTS On yellow performances GROUPS 10+ £5 off GROUPS 20+ £10 off GROUPS 40+ £12 off SCHOOLS 10+ £14 tickets Includes free ice cream YOUTH GROUPS 10+ £15 Please note - discounts/groups rates are only available in Price Band A and B and B seats. RELAXED PERFORMANCE Thu 15 Dec 2pm The relaxed performance will welcome everyone who would like to see the panto in a less formal atmosphere. The adapted environment and our attentive and trained staff will provide a magical experience for all, including audiences with an autism spectrum condition, dementia and people with a learning disability. SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE Thu 22 Dec 5pm AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE Wed 21 Dec 5pm RP DECEMBER Sat 10 2pm 7pm Sun 11 1pm 5pm Mon 12 NO PERFORMANCES Tue 13 2pm 7pm Wed 14 2pm 7pm Thu 15 2pm RP 7pm Fri 16 NO PERFORMANCES Sat 17 2pm 7pm Sun 18 1pm 5pm Mon 19 NO PERFORMANCES Tue 20 1pm 5pm Wed 21 1pm 5pm Thu 22 1pm 5pm Fri 23 1pm 5pm Sat 24 1pm 5pm Sun 25 NO PERFORMANCES Mon 26 1pm 5pm Tue 27 1pm 5pm Wed 28 1pm 5pm Thu 29 1pm 5pm Fri 30 1pm 5pm Sat 31 1pm 5pm
THE BEST OF CLASSICAL ENTERTAINMENT
The Nutcracker is a feast for the senses; the enchanting tale of Clara’s adventures with her Nutcracker Prince, full of magic and wonder for
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This stunning, traditional production of Aida includes the classic Triumphal March featuring a temple dance, cascades of glittering gold and amazing fire performers.
La Bohème, one of the most romantic operas ever written, includes a local brass band, snow effects and Muzetta’s dog. Both operas will be sung in Italian with English surtitles. *Cast subject to change.
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Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show comes to Dartford as part of its sell-out tour, having been seen by over 30 million theatregoers.
The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank’n’Furter. It is an adventure they’ll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks and frivolity.
Directed by Christopher Luscombe, The Rocky Horror Show is the biggest party and features timeless classics, including Sweet Transvestite, Damn it Janet, and of course, the pelvic thrusting show stopping Time Warp.
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THE LEGENDARY ROCK AND ROLL MUSICAL COMES TO DARTFORD ‘STILL THE SEXIEST AND FUNNIEST SHOW IN TOWN’ EVENING STANDARD Recommended Age 12+ Be warned - this show contains rude parts! MON 9 - SAT 14 JAN TICKETS FROM £ 28 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order
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MAKING ITS ROYAL RETURN! TUE 24 - SUN 29 JAN TICKETS FROM £ 26.50 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Datrford, following its previous sell-out success!
of the 2022 Tony Award for ‘Best Original Score’ and ‘Best Costume Design’, the 2022 Whatsonstage Award for ‘Best West End Show’ and a Gold-Disk winning album, this sell-out Tudor take-off has ‘an incredibly strong and powerful message’ (The Australian) and is ‘pure entertainment’ (New York Times).
Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red.
you know the rhyme, think again…. ★★★★★ ‘A ROYAL TREAT’ DAILY TELEGRAPH ★★★★★ ‘I’D GIVE THIS RIDICULOUSLY FUN MUSICAL SIX STARS IF I COULD’ SUNDAY EXPRESS 14
BRACE YOURSELVES SISTERS –THE HABIT IS COMING TO DARTFORD! MON 6 - SAT 11 FEB TICKETS FROM £ 24.50 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order DIRECT FROM LONDON! All your prayers have been answered with a stunning cast, including TV and West End legend Lesley Joseph, Olivier Award-winner and star of Tracy Beaker Clive Rowe, West End sensation and Hairspray favourite Lizzie Bea and Emmerdale and Waitress star Sandra Marvin as Deloris, everyone’s favourite nun on the run! Disco diva Deloris’ life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Placed under protective custody she is hidden in the one place she shouldn’t be found – a convent! Encouraged to help the struggling choir, she helps her fellow sisters find their true voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A musical sent from above, Sister Act is the brilliant, must-see show which raises the spirits and warms the soul time after time. MORE INFORMATION + BOOKING orchardtheatre.co.uk 15 ★★★★★ ‘AN IRRESISTIBLY GREAT TIMETHANK GOD IT’S FINALLY HERE’ INDEPENDENT
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COMEDY IS NO LAUGHING MATTER!
A new comedy by David Cantor & Michael Kingsbury Directed by Michael Kingsbury FEATURING AN ALL STAR CAST INCLUDING
Five strangers gather in a conference room that is in need of improvement, but then again so are our protagonists. Despite their many differences there is one thing that links Pam, Gavin, Morgan, Dale and Amy. They all want to realise their dreams through comedy!
Frank Donohue is the finest sitcom writer of his generation. He has flown in first class from Los Angeles to teach his five lucky disciples the tricks of the trade and maybe, if they have what it takes, he’ll show them the holy grail: how to write the perfect sitcom.
As his seminar progresses we get a unique snapshot into the characters and discover that unlikely mix-ups, farcical set-pieces and gut-wrenching tragedy exist in their everyday lives as much as it does on the page.
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Coronation Street
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The Commitments is a fantastically feel-good celebration of soul. Returning to tour the UK and Ireland, 5 years after a phenomenally successful, record-breaking run in London’s West End subsequent sell-out tour, The Commitments is based on the BAFTA award-winning film classic.
Starring Coronation Street star Nigel Pivaro. With over 20 soul classics performed live on stage including: Night Train, Try A Little Tenderness, River Deep, Mountain High, In The Midnight Hour, Papa Was A Rolling Stone, Save Me, Mustang Sally, I Heard It Through The Grapevine, Thin Line Between Love and Hate, Reach Out, Uptight, Knock On Wood, I Can’t Turn You Loose and more!
A guaranteed fabulously-fun night out you will simply never forget.
MON 13 - SAT 18 MAR
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THE BREATHTAKING ROMANTIC THRILLER 18 The international, award-winning smash-hit musical The Bodyguard is back! Starring Pussycat Doll, and multi-platinum Grammy nominated Melody Thornton * as Rachel Marron. Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge – what they don't expect is to fall in love. A ‘BRILLIANT!’ (The Times), breathtakingly romantic thriller, The Bodyguard features a whole host of irresistible classics including Queen of the Night, So Emotional, One Moment in Time, Saving All My Love, Run to You, I Have Nothing, Greatest Love Of All, Million Dollar Bill, I Wanna Dance With Somebody and one of the greatest hit songs of all time – I Will Always Love You. MON 27 MARSAT 1 APR TICKETS FROM £ 14.50 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order *Melody Thornton will perform the role of ‘Rachel Marron’ at all evening performances only. Cast and performance schedule subject to change without notice ★★★★★ ‘THE HOTTEST TICKET IN TOWN’ SUNDAY MIRROR
THE LINCOLN CENTER THEATER PRODUCTION RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S DIRECTED BY BARTLETT SHER MORE INFORMATION + BOOKING orchardtheatre.co.uk 19 TUE 4 - SAT 8 APR TICKETS FROM £ 25 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order The multi award-winning Broadway production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I returns to the UK, following its critically-acclaimed sold out season at The London Palladium. The greatest musical from the golden age of musicals – with one of the finest scores ever written including Whistle a Happy Tune and Shall We Dance – features a company of over 50 world-class performers and a fullscale orchestra. A celebration of the lavish heritage and the very best in romantic musical theatre from an unparalleled multiaward-winning creative team. ‘I DOUBT I’LL EVER SEE A BETTER PRODUCTION IN MY LIFETIME ’ THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
The smash-hit West End production of Annie, the world’s favourite family musical, returns to Dartford for one week only.
Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Meanwhile, spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family…
With its Tony® award-winning book and score, including the unforgettable songs It’s The Hard-Knock Life, Easy Street, I Don’t Need Anything But You and Tomorrow, you can bet your bottom dollar that you’ll love it!
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20 MON 1 - SAT 6 MAY TICKETS FROM £ 13 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order ‘A GLORIOUS REVIVAL’ THE TIMES
A TRIUMPHANT RETURN MORE INFORMATION + BOOKING orchardtheatre.co.uk 21 Forget feel good, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story is FEEL GREAT! Experience the drama, passion and excitement as a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians tell Buddy Holly’s story, from his Texas rockabilly beginnings to international stardom and his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, before his tragic death at the age of just 22. Featuring two terrific hours of the greatest songs ever written, including That’ll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Rave On, La Bamba, Chantilly Lace, Johnny B. Goode, Raining In My Heart, Everyday, Shout and many many more, this show is just Peggy Sue -perb! BOOK NOW FOR THE WORLD’S MOST SUCCESSFUL ROCK & ROLL MUSICAL! TUE 16 - SAT 20 MAY TICKETS FROM £ 18 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order ‘THE SHOW YOU WILL NEVER FORGET’ DAILY MAIL
Following on from five hit stage shows and the new acclaimed ITV series, Grace, the work of best-selling author, Peter James returns with the world premiere stage adaption of Wish You Were Dead. An all star cast includes George Rainsford, who returns to the stage after eight years as Ethan Hardy in BBC One’s Casualty and Clive Mantle, much loved for many roles including Casualty, Game of Thrones and the iconic ‘puddle’ scene in Vicar of Dibley.
When Detective Superintendent Roy Grace and Cleo Morey take their first holiday together, Cleo hopes that she will finally get Grace to herself for a few days and away from his crime solving exploits. But their dream escape turns out to be the holiday from hell.
Adapted exclusively for the stage, Wish You Were Dead is the latest thrilling instalment of the Grace Series – the most successful modern day crime stage franchise, since Agatha Christie.
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THE ACCLAIMED WEST END PRODUCTION
In the final hours of 14th April 1912 the RMS Titanic, on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York, collided with an iceberg and 'the unsinkable ship' slowly sank. It was one of the most tragic disasters of the 20th Century. 1517 men, women and children lost their lives.
Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic The Musical is a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams and aspirations of her passengers.
The original Broadway production of Titanic The Musical won five Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. This stunning production celebrates the 10th anniversary of its London premiere, where it won sweeping critical acclaim across the board.
Music and lyrics by Maury Yeston Book by Peter Stone
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Steel Magnolias is the hilarious and heart-warming true story that inspired the hit film starring Dolly Parton and Julia Roberts. The beloved film is now beautifully brought to life on stage and will feature an all-star cast to be announced.
Six women come together in a small town beauty salon in the American South and prove that female friendship conquers all. Faced with the highs and lows of love and life, and amongst the chaos of work, marriage and children, they unite to gossip, unwind and set the world to rights.
This iconic comedy is the perfect ticket for every generation and proves that one hair appointment might just change your life.
TUE 4 - SAT 8 JUL TICKETS FROM £ 25 A £3.65 transaction fee may apply to your order
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BOYZLIFE
SUN 30 OCT 8PM
Boyzlife is the supergroup formed by Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden, members of ‘90s and ‘00s boybands Boyzone and Westlife.
THE SENSATIONAL 60s EXPERIENCE
SUN 20 NOV 7.30PM
Starring Mike Pender (The Searchers)
The Trems, Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich,
The Fortunes and Vanity Fare.
KEVIN BLOODY WILSON
MON 21 NOV 7.30PM
In a world almost drowning in a tsunami of Political Correctness, Kevin Bloody Wilson stands out as a beacon for PC Pushback.
WHITNEY
QUEEN OF THE NIGHT
WED 23 NOV 7.30PM
Direct from The West End. Join us for an unmissable evening and experience the ultimate Whitney Houston tribute show.
RICK WAKEMAN
GRUMPY CHRISTMAS STOCKING
SUN 27 NOV 7.30PM
Rick Wakeman brings a Yuletide twist to unique and hilarious musical arrangements.
THE DRIFTERS
MON 28 NOV 7.30PM
The Drifters are back on tour with a brand-new show performing all their classic hits from the last six decades.
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THAT'LL BE THE DAY CHRISTMAS SHOW
TUE 29 NOV 7.30PM
All your favourite pop Christmas Classics with hilarious comedy sketches and world-class impersonations.
THE MAGIC OF THE BEEGEES
YOU WIN AGAIN TOUR
THU 5 JAN 7.30PM
The Gibb brothers’ legacy of hit songs is well and truly stayin’ alive!
FAST LOVE
THE TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL
FRI 6 JAN 7.30PM
Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration!
DON'T STOP BELIEVIN’ THE END-OF-THE NIGHT ANTHEMS SHOW
SAT 7 JAN 7.30PM
Hits from Bryan Adams, Blondie, Cher, Bon Jovi, Kate Bush, Europe and more!
ARSENAL LEGENDS IN CONVERSATION
SUN 8 JAN 7.30PM
Everything you wanted to know about playing for a successful football club and more!
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SERIAL KILLERS
SUN 15 JAN 7.30PM
Join true crime speaker Jennifer Rees to explore one of Forensic Psychology’s most troubling topics.
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A BEAUTIFUL NOISE THE DEFINITIVE NEIL DIAMOND TRIBUTE
MON 16 JAN 7.30PM
Starring Fisher Stevens, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond.
UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE
TUE 17 JAN 7.30PM
Celebrating 50 years since the release of The Dark Side of The Moon, recreating sights and sounds of the legendary band.
SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA
WED 18 JAN 7.30PM
The “Best Big Band in the Land” is back for their UK tour with their explosive new show Big Band Brass!
THE DIANA ROSS STORY IN THE NAME OF LOVE
THU 19 JAN 7.30PM
The World’s Premier show in celebration of Diana Ross and The Supremes.
THE ADULT PANTO CINDERELLA AND HER NAUGHTY BUTTONS!
SUN 22 JAN 8PM
Get ready for another evening of slick, fast-moving, farcical fun and innuendo.
CIRQUE THE GREATEST SHOW
TUE 31 JAN - WED 1 FEB 7.30PM
West End showstoppers from The Greatest Showman, Moulin Rouge, Hairspray and more in a brand-new, smash-hit circus musical.
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THE ELVIS YEARS
FRI 3 FEB 7.30PM
An outstanding musical production which brings to the stage the story of the ‘king of rock and roll’.
CALLING PLANET EARTH
SAT 4 FEB 7.30PM
A New Romantic Symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical Era’s of All Time –The Electrifying 80’s.
JASON FOX LIFE AT THE LIMIT
TUE 14 FEB 7.30PM
A breath-taking story of Special Forces soldiering, operational bravery, adventure and courage.
GIOVANNI PERNICE MADE IN ITALY
WED 15 FEB 7.30PM
Strictly Come Dancing champion Giovanni invites you on a journey to his homeland.
QUEENZ
THE SHOW WITH BALLS
FRI 17 FEB 7.30PM
The trailblazing, life affirming drag extravaganza taking the UK by storm.
THE ILLEGAL EAGLES
SAT 18 FEB 7.30PM
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary Rock band and featuring the best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics.
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MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2 CRUISING THROUGH MENOPAUSE
SUN 19 FEB 4PM & 7PM
A truly funny, heartfelt and reassuring look at the “joys” of menopause.
LUTHER
SUN 26 - MON 27 FEB 8PM
The greatest dance anthems and love songs ever written, fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute Harry Cambridge and his 10 piece band.
COME WHAT MAY THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO MOULIN ROUGE
TUE 28 FEB 7.30PM
We present to you an all-singing, alldancing extravaganza, featuring Strictly Come Dancing ’s Robin Windsor
TOTAL 90s
WED 1 MAR 7.30PM
The 90s… Girl Power, Boy Bands, Mysterious Girls, and Men In Black… Things U Can’t Touch, Numbered Mambos, and Vidas that were Loca!
FIREDANCE WITH KAREN & GORKA
THU 2 MAR 7.30PM
The Rhythm, The Passion, The Chemistry reignites for 2023!
MIDNIGHT TRAIN TO GEORGIA
FRI 3 MAR 7.30PM
A faithful portrayal of the empress of soul Ms Gladys Knight with all her hit songs.
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SARA PASCOE
SAT 4 MAR 7.30PM
Celebrated host of BBC2’s The Great British Sewing Bee, BBC’s Last Woman
On Earth and Comedy Central’s Guessable is back with a brand-new stand-up show!
CATCH US IF YOU CAN
SUN 5 MAR 7.30PM
The 1960s variety show covering all your favourite artists, paying special tribute to The Beatles & The Rolling Stones.
DANNY BAKER AT LAST... THE SAUSAGE SANDWICH TOUR!
TUE 7 MAR 7.30PM
Chock full of true-life tales and show business revelations!
THE ROCKETMAN
A TRIBUTE TO ELTON JOHN
THU 9 MAR 7.30PM
Pack your bags and strap yourself in for a night like no other! With hits such as I’m Still Standing, Your Song and more!
80s LIVE!
FRI 10 MAR 7.30PM
With our sensational cast and live band, get ready as we bring you the biggest 80s party show to tour the UK!
THE GREATEST HITS OF MOTOWN HOW SWEET IT IS
SUN 19 MAR 8PM
The UK’s No.1 MOTOWN Show is back by popular demand. 100% Live and featuring all the Motown Classics.
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THE CLASSIC ROCK SHOW
MON 20 MAR 7.30PM
Bigger and better, celebrating the very best of rock heroes such as Led Zeppelin, The Who, AC/DC, Queen, Fleetwood Mac and more.
JIM DAVIDSON NOT YET CANCELLED
TUE 21 MAR 7.30PM
Jim invites you to join him for an evening of rip-roaring grown-up comedy.
THAT'LL BE THE DAY
WED 22 MAR 7.30PM
Following the huge success of the 35th Anniversary Tour, That’ll Be The Day is back with another incredible show packed with world class performances.
AN EVENING OF BURLESQUE THU 23 MAR 8PM
Roll up, roll up… for a scintillating night of sparkling entertainment, laughter, cabaret, mystery and glamour from the UK’s longest running burlesque show.
MILKSHAKE! LIVE
SUN 9 APR 12PM & 3.30PM
Milkshake! Monkey is back and can’t wait to put on a spectacular NEW Show for you all, joined by some of his favourite Milkshake! Friends.
THE SEARCHERS
SUN 23 APR 8PM
Don`t miss your very last chance to catch the final appearance of a truly legendary band. Packed with their chart hits including Sweets For My Sweet
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HIGHLIGHTS MORE INFORMATION + BOOKING orchardtheatre.co.uk TONY BLACKBURN SOUND OF THE 60’S LIVE THU 15 JUN THU 11 MAY SUN 28 MAY MON 12 JUN MON 19 & TUE 20 JUN 32 SUN 4 JUN TUE 9 MAY FRI 12 MAY SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK MON 8 MAY SAT 13 MAY
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CHOIR
CHOIR
Tue 10.30am – 12.30pm / £10 per session / Age 16+ For more info contact: info@singtogether.org.uk
UKULELE CLUB UKULELE JAM SESSION
Beginners: Thu 10am – 12pm Intermediate: Thu 12.30pm – 2.30pm £5 per session – first session is FREE
UKULELE CLUB UKULELE JAM SESSION
OPEN TO ANYONE!
Come along and show off your ukulele skills at our open mic Jam Session, or just sit back and enjoy the show, with the bar open for drinks and snacks. £5 including free tea or coffee Thursdays 30 Oct, 25 Nov, 26 Jan, 23 Feb, 30 Mar
SHOWCASE
Tue 22 November 7.30pm
Join members of our Orchard Choir, Ukulele Club, Sing Together Opera Group, Orchard Co-Operative as they present end of term pieces. Plus, other members of the community will get to spotlight their work too! Tickets £10
ONCE UPON A TIME
SHOWCASE ONCE UPON A TIME
Mon 13 February, 7pm We are back, back, back again, with our most successful performance on our community calendar. Ten local dance schools take to the stage to create a symphony of storytelling and talent. This year we will take you around the world. Tickets £10
COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY
SUMMER YOUTH PROJECT 2023 MON 31 JULY – SUN 13 AUGUST 2023
WHAT’S ON
OCTOBER
DR RICHARD SHEPHERDUNNATURAL CAUSES
DINOSAUR WORLD
RYAN
TALES FROM ACORN WOOD
WEST END WORKSHOPS
MURRAY - GIG FOR VICTORY
FRIENDSICAL
NOVEMBER
SUNDAY WITH THE STARS BEATLES TRIBUTE
BLOOD BROTHERS
SUNDAY WITH THE STARS MICHAEL BUBLÉ TRIBUTE
BRING YOUR OWN BABY COMEDY
THE OSMONDS - A
SENSATIONAL
EXPERIENCE
BLOODY WILSON
- QUEEN OF
TIGER WHO
DAZZLER
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SOUL & MOTOWN CHRISTMAS LUNCH AND DINNER
CHRISTMAS WITH THE BOYS FROM JERSEY LUNCH AND DINNER
CHRISTMAS WITH TAKE THIS LUNCH AND DINNER
CINDERELLA PANTOMIME
JANUARY 2023
THE NUTCRACKER BALLET
THE MAGIC OF THE BEE GEES
FASTLOVE - GEORGE MICHAEL TRIBUTE
DON’T STOP BELIEVING
ARSENAL LEGENDS
ROCKY HORROR SHOW
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SERIAL KILLERS
BRING YOUR OWN BABY COMEDY
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE
UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE
SYD LAWRENCE ORCHESTRA
THE DIANA ROSS STORY
WEST END RATS DINNER DANCE
TROPICANA NIGHTS
SUNDAY WITH THE STARS JAMES BOND CLASSICS
ADULT PANTO
THE MUSICAL
JAN CIRQUE - THE GREATEST SHOW
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SARA PASCOE
CATCH US IF YOU CAN
DANNY BAKER
ROCKET MAN
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BRING YOUR OWN BABY COMEDY
THE SEARCHERS MAY
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SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK
JOHANNES RADEBE
JIMMY CARR
SUN RECORDS
THE DUALERS
DAVE GORMAN
BRING YOUR OWN BABY COMEDY
THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY
SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS
MAY WISH YOU WERE DEAD
3 JUN
JUNE
SING-A-LONG-A ENCANTO
THE MCCARTNEY SONGBOOK
TONY BLACKBURN
DRAGONS & MYTHICAL BEASTS
WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT
BRING YOUR OWN BABY COMEDY
TITANIC THE MUSICAL
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JULY
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