What's On at Preston Guild Hall in Feb - May 2017

What’s On February – May 2017

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WELCOME Happy New Year and welcome!

Ladbrokes World Grand Prix in February. Darts fans will be excited to see The Grand Masters of Darts 2017, whilst boxing makes a welcome return with 2014 Commonwealth Games gold medallist, Scott Fitzgerald.

I’m extremely excited to present our new season of shows and events to keep you entertained into 2017.

As we look ahead to the coming months you’ll see we have everything from dance with Brendan Cole’s All Night Long, drama in the form of our brand new Matinee Selection from Don’t Go Into The Cellar!, as well as a great selection of music including The James Taylor Quartet and White Lies.

As always the developments within and surrounding the venue continue and over Christmas our brand new venue LiVe opened its doors to overwhelming support. We’ve also been working hard on the Terrace at the front of the building, which now serves as an outdoor eating area for The Villa Italian as well as an extension to LiVe and ReView.

The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra continue their 2016/17 Preston series with two more concerts in April and May and we introduce five more wonderful ‘Evening with’ events as part of our spoken word programme, including Lord Robert Winston and David Starkey.

Each of our restaurants now offer a fantastic Afternoon Tea menu, with each restaurant offering it’s own unique taste and style, perfect for a bite to eat overlooking the City.

Perhaps our biggest project yet is LeVel, a modern boutique bowling alley and sports bar with leisure facilities for the whole family. Keep an eye out for more announcements on this throughout the year.

David Walliams’ Gangsta Granny and The First Hippo on the Moon take to the Charter Theatre stage for the first time as well as the welcome return of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s sparkling family musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, with X Factor’s Joe McElderry in the coveted coat.

To stay up to date with the latest news, events and developments, sign up to our e-newsletter online at www.prestonguildhall.com or ask a member of our Box Office team.

It’s a great year for sporting events too as we bring you the World Snooker China Open Qualifiers and the highly anticipated

We look forward to welcoming you in 2017.

Richard and the team

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Charter Theatre Wednesday 8 to Sunday 12 March Wed at 7pm, Thu & Fri at 10:30am & 7pm, Sat at 1:30pm & 6pm, Sun at 11am It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing – staying with Granny! There will be cabbage soup, cabbage pie and cabbage cake and Ben knows one thing for sure – it’s going to be sooooooooo boring! But what Ben doesn’t know is that Granny has a secret – and Friday nights are about to get more exciting than he could ever imagine, as he embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with his very own Gangsta Granny!

From the acclaimed producers of Horrible Histories comes the world premiere of this amazing story by David Walliams, the UK’s best-selling author for children.

Tickets Thu & Fri 10:30am: £16.50, child £12.50 Wed & Thu 7pm: £17, child £13 Fri (Eve), Sat & Sun (all shows): £19, child £15.25 Family (4 people) & school discounts available

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Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2011. Cover lettering of author’s name © Quentin Blake, 2010

‘It’s a fantastic show! Truly brilliant! And so much better than the book’ David Walliams

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Charter Theatre Tuesday 18 to Saturday 22 April 2017 Tue at 7:30pm, Wed & Thu at 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Fri at 5pm & 8pm, Sat at 2pm, 5pm & 8pm Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ’Superb’, ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues on its record breaking tour having sold to date an estimated 15 million tickets . Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph (Joe McElderry), his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door.

Joe McElderry was just 18 when he won the sixth series of The X Factor in 2009, went straight to number one in the UK Singles Charts with his debut single The Climb, and has since gone on to have three top ten albums and win two more reality TV Shows.

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Chris & Pui Charter Theatre Thursday 16 February 11am & 2pm CBeebies’ favourite double act is coming to town! See Chris & Pui from ‘Show Me Show Me’ in their very own stage show with the toys and characters from their hit TV programme.

Incy Wincy, Twinkle, Old MacDonald, Humpty, Granny Humpty and many more of your favourite Chris & Pui characters will be dropping in along with the toys – Tom, Momo, Teddington, Stuffy and Miss Mouse. Bring your character toy along too but please look after it! With songs, comedy sketches, a dash of magic and heaps of joining in, this is a family show for children aged two to a hundred and two.

Tickets £13.20 Children £11 Family Ticket £41.20

Talegate Theatre Productions presents

Alice in Wonderland Charter Theatre Saturday 15 April 2:30pm Be prepared to take a whirlwind trip around Wonderland and let your mind wander on this wonderful voyage of mayhem and madness. Gaze in amazement as Alice has tea with the Mad Hatter and avoids losing her head to the Queen of Hearts.

A fast-paced, highly entertaining Easter pantomime featuring pop songs, magic, puppets and your favourite wonderland characters.

Tickets £11.50 Children £10.50

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FAMILY Scamp Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre present

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‘ENCHANTING AND HILARIOUS

Scamp Theatre’s truly heart-warming adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling book, about two scarecrows very much in love, comes direct from the West End. Harry and Betty’s wedding plans are all coming together until the devilishly smooth Reginald Rake swoops in to try and take Harry’s place. Can Reginald persuade Betty that he is the scarecrow for her? Will Harry make it back in the nick of time to save their special day?

BAGS OF SHEER FAMILY FUN’ THE STAGE

Bursting at the seams with live music, puppetry and all the animals from the farm, this epic love story promises wit, drama, and wedding bells!

Most suitable for all aged 3+ Tickets £11.50 Family Ticket £31.50

The Scarecrows’ Wedding © 2014 Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, published by Alison Green Books, an imprint of Scholastic Children’s Books

Les Petits Theatre Company present David Walliams’

The First Hippo on the Moon Charter Theatre Tuesday 30 May 2pm From Number One bestselling Children’s author David Walliams; comes an explosively funny space adventure for children of 3 and up. Two big hippos. One ENORMOUS dream.

Who can make it to the moon first? 3 ...2 ...1 ...BLAST OFF! Adapted for the stage by Les Petits Theatre Company following their tour of Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs and immersive hit Adventures in Wonderland. Featuring puppetry, music and a giant space race to the moon! The creative team have worked on hit shows such as Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, Elephantom, Warhorse and Raymond Briggs’ The Bear!

Age 3+ Tickets £14.30 Family Ticket £36.30

Illustrations © Tony Ross, 2014 Author’s name branding © Quentin Blake, 2010

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SPOKEN WORD

Professor Robert Winston

Modifying Humans: where does genetics stop?

Charter Theatre Tuesday 21 February 7:30pm Does the sequencing of the human genome really herald a new opportunity for medicine or is there a darker side that we ignore? Will ethical considerations prevent us from the next step - manufacturing stronger, more gifted and very intelligent children? Will our imperfect knowledge of how our abilities are inherited mean that there are some major surprises in store?

Tickets £18.50

Allan Beswick Lancaster Suite Friday 24 February 7:30pm BBC Radio presenter with a reputation for telling it like it is.

Sometimes strident, sometimes caring and often funny. He has picked up a few awards along the way, unfortunately he’s gathered a similar number of death threats; he’s not sure of which he is most proud! Two hours of whatever comes into his head and falls out of his mouth just for the fun of it. Allan will be introduced by BBC Radio Lancashire’s John Gillmore.

Tickets £11

David Starkey: Henry 8th Charter Theatre Monday 20 March 7:30pm Henry VIII bestrides our history like a colossus and the decisions he took still reverberate today. The Reformation is the first Brexit; his ministers devised the doctrine of parliamentary sovereignty and his tumultuous personal life pitted religion against politics as brutally as in our own age of Isis. David Starkey draws on his unique knowledge of Henry’s reign and shares his insights as a leading commentator on modern politics.

Tickets £18.50 Concessions £16.50

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Ruby Wax: Frazzled Charter Theatre Monday 6 March 7:30pm A Guide to Mindfulness - a forum for discussion.

Ruby Wax is a much loved US born comedian, actor and writer, along with being the ‘it girl’ of mental health campaigning. She has a Master’s degree in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy from Oxford University.

Her new best-selling book, ‘A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled’ is the basis for the discussion. Funny and insightful, this event is your passport to saner living. She might not be sane herself, but she does a pretty good imitation.

Tickets £21.50

An Evening with Boycott & Aggers Charter Theatre Thursday 27 April 7:30pm Aggers challenges GB to justify his forthright views on cricket and life in general and our Geoffrey will say exactly what he thinks (what else?) about the ECB, England’s management and coaching staff, team selection, the captaincy, Kevin Pietersen and many other subjects.

Geoffrey will be sharing some unseen footage from the BBC archives and some rare photographs from his private collection. The show is peppered with hilarious anecdotes and the evening will, as ever, be fun, fiery and full of surprises!

This event is being run in support of the Professional Cricketers Association, raising money for the organisation’s Benevolent Fund

Tickets £26.50 VIP Meet & Greet £61.50

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Jamie Raven Live Charter Theatre Friday 24 February 7:30pm Jamie Raven burst onto an unsuspecting world during the 2015 series of Britain’s Got Talent. His magic even made Simon Cowell exclaim, “I now finally believe in magic!” His online videos have now been seen over 100 million times, making him one of the most viewed magicians in the world.

Jamie has headlined in the record-breaking production The Illusionists at The Shaftesbury Theatre in London’s West End and is now excited to present his own UK theatre tour!

So, sit back, relax and let Jamie Raven show you some of the magic that he has astounded audiences with around the world.

Tickets £23.50 Children £18.50

Circus of Horrors: The Never Ending Nightmare Charter Theatre Friday 24 March 7:30pm The Circus of Horrors celebrates its 21st anniversary as it takes to the road with its latest incarnation The Never-ending Nightmare.

The spectacular features an amazing amalgamation of bizarre, brave & beautiful acts all woven into an Alice in Horrorland type story driven by a mainly original soundscape & performed with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek!

Annually the Circus of Horrors plays over 100 UK theatres. It is the only circus ever to reach the finals of Britain’s Got Talent and the first circus to perform in London’s West End for over 100 years.

“I loved it” Simon Cowell

This show is not suitable for children Tickets £27.50, £23.50, £21.50, £19.50 Concessions £3 OFF top price band 12

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The Amazing Bubble Man Charter Theatre Saturday 8 April 2pm Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences worldwide for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. An Edinburgh Fringe favourite, he has sold out there for the last ten years. With live music by Jet Black Pearl, the show explores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. The Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages.

Tickets £13.75 Children £11 Family Ticket £42

DANCE

Tea Dance Guild Hall Tuesdays 2pm – 4pm 21 February 28 March 25 April 23 May Join us for a wonderful afternoon with live music provided by our organist Chris Hopkins (Direct from the Blackpool Tower Ballroom) Featuring mixed ballroom and sequence dancing.

Refreshments available.

Tickets £5.50

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Brendan Cole: All Night Long Guild Hall Saturday 18 February 7:30pm A brand new show for 2017, Brendan hosts another spectacular production featuring his guest dancers, a new leading lady and a 14 piece band and singers live on stage. Stunning lighting, amazing special effects and superb choreography. It’s going be a party! Don’t miss it.

“Lavish costume changes and superb choreography performed with panache” Catherine Françoise Onstage

Tickets £40.50, £35.50, £23

Encore Dance Company Charter Theatre Tuesday 25 April 7:30pm Encore Dance Company specialises in presenting skilful, well-rounded, young dancers, performing in a multitude of versatile styles including classical ballet, jazz, contemporary, commercial dance and more under the direction of former Royal Ballet Principal Antony Dowson. The 17 strong cast perform a range of diverse dance works and features Elite Syncopations choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan with the music of Scott Joplin.

“I was impressed by the high standards of performance achieved as well as the eclectic choice of repertoire” Dancing Times Tickets £16.50 Concessions £14.30

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THEATRE Icarus Theatre Collective and Kings Theatre present

Hamlet

By William Shakespeare Charter Theatre Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 January 7:30pm plus Thursday Matinee 1:30pm The spirit of a murdered king, the wrath of a vengeful son, and the turmoil of Denmark in 1601. The King is dead. Consumed with grief, Prince Hamlet devotes himself to avenging his father’s death with devastating consequences for his family and the Kingdom.

Blending traditional and physical theatre with a musical score, a gripping ensemble of seasoned classical actors embrace the exhilaration and violence of some of literature’s most vibrant language and characters, in a way you’ve never seen before: bold, exciting, and action-packed. Shakespeare for the Game of Thrones generation.

Age 11+ (contains violence) Tickets Evenings: Front Stalls & Circle £19 Concessions £17 Rear Stalls all £17 Matinee: All Seats £10

Seriously Dead Charter Theatre Sunday 26 February 7:30pm A brand new comedy play that will have you dying with laughter! Starring Crissy Rock (Benidorm and I’m A Celebrity) and Frazer Hines (Emmerdale and Doctor Who). Written by Leah Bell and Crissy Rock, with original music by Mike Redway.

One ordinary day in the quiet little town of Olwinskirk a chain of extraordinary events take place bringing the lives of Betty, Albert, Billy and the local undertaker, to an uncomfortable crossroads. Their lives become inextricably linked and on a path that is leading to the pearly gates and a disgruntled angel in waiting named Thelma.

Tickets £22.50

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The Matinee Selection Lancaster Suite Join us once a month for an afternoon of drama. Don’t Go Into The Cellar! theatre company present a season of plays in the intimate setting of the Lancaster Suite. Formed in 2010, Don’t Go Into The Cellar! remains the British Empire’s finest practitioners of theatrical Victoriana in a macabre vein. Tickets include a themed bite to eat and a glass of Sherry on arrival.

Tickets £10 per show Purchase a Season Ticket to see all three shows for £27

Tea with Oscar Wilde Wednesday 15 March 2:30pm

A chat show with a difference! Join ‘Oscar Wilde’ as he interviews leading celebrities of the Victorian era, recounts a story or two and invites his audience to get “Caught in the Act”!

The Singular Exploits of Sherlock Holmes Wednesday 19 April 2:30pm

An affectionate one-man homage to the world’s greatest detective that includes quick costume changes, humour and audience participation. Featuring the great detective recounting highlights of his crime-busting career.

Murder by Gas Light Thursday 25 May 2:30pm

Encounter two of most infamous poisoners in British history - William Palmer and Harvey Crippen. The diabolical doctors will regale you with their case histories, and invite you to judge for yourselves whether they were in fact, guilty as charged!

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THEATRE London Classic Theatre presents

Hysteria

Charter Theatre Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 April 7:30pm Winner of the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy in 1994, Terry Johnson’s hilarious farce explores the fallout when two of the 20th century’s most brilliant and original minds collide.

1938, London. Sigmund Freud has fled Nazioccupied Austria and settled in leafy Hampstead.

The ageing Freud intends to spend his last days in peaceful contemplation but, when Salvador Dali arrives to discover a naked woman in the closet, eye-popping mayhem ensues.

‘A custard pie of comic brilliance’ Time Out

Tickets £17.50 Concessions £15.50

Reduced Shakespeare Company and Seabright Productions present

William Shakespeare’s Long Lost First Play (abridged)

By Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor Charter Theatre Tuesday 7 February 7:30pm Acclaimed stars of the West End stage, the Reduced Shakespeare Company, are back with another barnstormingly irreverent and breathtakingly hilarious celebration of our cultural heritage – as seen through the eyes of three Americans wearing trainers. In a better-late-than-never nod to the Bard’s 400th anniversary, the bad boys of abridgement present this ‘new’ play by the man himself, as discovered in a Leicester car park!

The show is mercifully abridged by the RSC from its full hundred hour running time to a more palatable ninety minutes.

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CLASSICS Preston Opera presents

The Merry Widow

by Franz Lehar Charter Theatre Thursday 18 to Saturday 20 May 7:30pm Packed full with glorious tunes! Plus lots of Romance! Plus lots of Comedy!

The Merry Widow has inherited a vast amount of wealth— most of the wealth of her strange country, Pontevedro. Her Ambassador in Paris hits on the idea of an arranged marriage with the most eligible bachelor in her country. The difficult journey to the altar gives Lehar the opportunity to compose some of the finest melodies in the operatic repertoire.

Tickets £16 Concessions £14 Students & Children £7 Opening night offer (Thu 18 May) buy 1 ticket get the second for half price

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CLASSICS World on Stage presents

A Viennese Strauss Gala Charter Theatre Friday 17 February 7:30pm Now in its 15th year, and back in the UK by popular demand, with a sparkling new anniversary production.

Recreating the romance of the Viennese Festive season, reminding you of a bygone age of glamorous soirees and Strauss waltzes. The show features highlights from some of the great Operettas of the Strauss family, Kalman and Lehar; including Die Fledermaus, The Merry Widow and many more.

The European Orchestral Ensemble will accompany four Soloists from major Opera companies; including Opera North, English National Opera and D’Oyly Carte.

Tickets £21.50 Concessions £19.50

Preston Opera presents

The Merry Widow

by Franz Lehar Charter Theatre Thursday 18 to Saturday 20 May 7:30pm Packed full with glorious tunes! Plus lots of Romance!

Plus lots of Comedy!

The Merry Widow has inherited a vast amount of wealth— most of the wealth of her strange country, Pontevedro. Her Ambassador in Paris hits on the idea of an arranged marriage with the most eligible bachelor in her country. The difficult journey to the altar gives Lehar the opportunity to compose some of the finest melodies in the operatic repertoire.

Tickets £17.50 Concessions £15.50 Students & Children £7.70 Opening night offer (Thu 18 May) buy 1 ticket get the second for half price

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Our monthly comedy nights are now established as a great way to see the hottest new stars without paying the big price tags!

Featuring three different comedians and an MC each month, you’re in for plenty of laughs and a great night out! Head to www. prestonguildhall.com to see each month’s line up.

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Monthly, Fridays Doors 7:30, show 8:30pm 17 Feb, 17 March, 21 April, 26 May

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Charter Theatre Saturday 18 February 7:30pm Publican. Politician. Other thing beginning with P. Philosopher, yeah, that. The nation’s critically acclaimed bar-based-braveheart, Al Murray - The Pub Landlord embarks on a common sense campaign to re-Great Britain in his brand new show.

We live in troubling times. Europe. The NHS. Whatever the hell is going on in the Middle East. The gathering storm of fortnightly bin collections? Who knows where it will all end?

Watch the one man who will call time on tyranny even though he isn’t quite sure what it means.

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COMEDY Lakin McCarthy presents

Rory Bremner: Partly Political Charter Theatre Monday 20 February 7:30pm Britain’s best-known satirical impressionist is back! With Trump, Boris and Brexit fresh in the memory, Rory’s on a mission to make sense (and nonsense) of it all. (Good luck with THAT). He will be joined by special surprise guests: some politicians, some comedians. Come and work out which is which!

A BAFTA award winning comedian, Rory is best known for the political satire show Bremner, Bird and Fortune, and has also guested on many of Britain’s top comedy shows including Spitting Image, Have I Got News for You, Mock the Week and QI.

Tickets £19.50

Omid Djalili: Schmuck for a Night Charter Theatre Thursday 23 March 8pm Award winning comedian and actor Omid Djalili known for his legendary stand-up performances is back on a nationwide tour! Intelligent, sometimes provocative and always entertaining, his stand-up is a hugely energetic and captivating comedy masterclass. His credits range from Hollywood to television and live on the West End stage.

Earning praise across the world for his performances Omid recently starred in Dickensian (BBC1), Lucky Man (Sky1) and Going Forward (BBC4) with Jo Brand.

‘Confident, engaging, thoughtful show... did someone say National Treasure?’ Metro

Tickets £24.50

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COMEDY Komedia Entertainment and Live Nation Presents

Count Arthur Strong: The Sound of Mucus Charter Theatre Friday 7 April 8pm Using stories and other things that are secret, Count Arthur Strong, showbiz legend, pays tribute to one of the best musicals he can remember. Uniquely recreating the salient and poignant moments for your enjoyment. Plus something else. Don’t miss this amazing event.

“Just gets funnier and funnier” - The Guardian

Tickets £21.50

Dave Spikey: Juggling on a Motorbike Charter Theatre Friday 9 June 7:30pm Dave Spikey celebrates the 30th anniversary of his comedy career. In this show he will look back on his remarkable life and his incredible journey from working class lad to Chief Biomedical Scientist to much loved comedy performer and writer via Phoenix Nights, Eight out of Ten Cats, Bullseye, The Royal Variety Show, Parkinson and many more. He often reflects that maybe none of this would have happened and he might still be looking down his microscope today, if it wasn’t for the juggler on the motorbike.

Tickets £16.50

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MUSIC

Bye Bye Baby:

A Celebration of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Charter Theatre Saturday 11 February 7:30pm A musical journey through the career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. From their early beginning in the 1950s, this show celebrates their greatest hits such as ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’; ‘Walk Like A Man’; ‘Lets Hang On’; ‘Bye Bye Baby’ and ‘Grease’ through to a superb grand finale medley of more of the group’s greatest hits.

The combination of world class vocals and harmonies, as Jamie Ledwith scales the falsetto heights of Frankie Valli, along with snappy choreography and a vast catalogue of hits, makes for an unforgettable night of nostalgia.

Tickets £21 Concessions £20

Rule The World Charter Theatre Saturday 25 February 7:30pm Rule The World has been recognised as the number one Take That tribute act in the world.

The band recently appeared alongside the real Take That on BBC1’s ‘The Graham Norton Show’. After hearing lead singer Dan Maines, a stunned Gary Barlow said in amazement, “He sounds like me!”

The show is an accurate portrayal of a Take That concert and features all the biggest hits including ‘Never Forget’, ‘Greatest Day’, ‘Back For Good’, ‘Relight My Fire’, ‘Everything Changes’, ‘Shine’, ‘Pray’ and many more.

Tickets £19.50

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Someone Like You: The Adele Songbook Charter Theatre Thursday 2 March 7:30pm Someone Like You is an immaculate celebration of one of our generation’s finest singer-songwriters.

Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC Adele Special, the outstanding Katie Markham has the show-stopping voice and captivating charisma to deliver all your favourite Adele hits in an enthralling concert performance.

The show faithfully recreates the magic of the three record-breaking albums 19, 21 and 25 - including ‘Chasing Pavements’, ‘Make You Feel My Love’, ‘Set Fire to the Rain’, ‘Someone Like You’, ‘Hello’, ‘Rolling in the Deep’ and the multi-million seller ‘Skyfall.’

Tickets £21 Concessions £20

Stand By Me Charter Theatre Friday 3 March 7:30pm A celebration of Ben E King and The Drifters, Stand By Me is the phenomenal musical history of one of the biggest selling bands of all time. The icons, challenges, controversy and conflicts, told through anecdotes of former members on screen, sit alongside the vast succession of more than 50 hits over the last six decades, including ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Saturday Night at the Movies’, ‘Up on the Roof’, ‘On Broadway’ and many more.

Tickets £27.50 Concessions £26.50

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MUSIC

Ultimate Earth, Wind & Fire Guild Hall Friday 3 March 7:30pm This 12 piece band based in London have collectively recorded or performed with some of the biggest names in the music world, from Queen to Chaka Khan and Kyle Minogue.

They have now created the ultimate tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire with a line-up of Bass, Drums, Guitar, two Keyboards, Percussion, a four piece Horn section and two incredible Singers to recreate the falsetto highs of Philip Bailey and funky lows of Maurice White.

Playing all the hits from the funk of ‘Boogie Wonderland’ to the soulful harmony of ‘After The Love Has Gone’.

Tickets £25

Arrival: The Hits of ABBA Charter Theatre Sunday 5 March 7:30pm ABBA’s music is brought to the stage by ARRIVAL – the international, multi award-winning show that has sold out in over 20 different countries worldwide.

This high energy show features hits including ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Waterloo’, ‘Voulez Vous’ and many more.

The winning formula of fantastic hits, harmonies, authentic costumes and first class vocals and musicians, recreates the true feel and thrill of a live ABBA show. Come and celebrate the music of one of the biggest selling and most iconic bands of all time.

“Simply the best ABBA show” The Stage

Tickets £21 Concessions £20

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You Win Again: The Story of the Bee Gees Charter Theatre Thursday 16 March 7:30pm Following its West End Debut, You Win Again is embarking on its first ever nationwide tour.

This spectacular production tells the incredible story of The Bee Gees in an all new musical experience. Follow the band and their lives, through the early charting triumphs and fall from grace onto their meteoric climb back to the top…to become the multi-million selling Super Group we know and love today.

This breath-taking concert spectacular takes you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs.

Tickets £25.50 Concessions £23.50

Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers Charter Theatre Friday 17 March 7:30pm Bay City Rollers icon Les McKeown is at it again!

What’s that you say? Les is back on tour! The show is a unique voyage back to the 1970s, when Les and his legendary band ruled the world’s pop charts and The Bay City Rollers’ music became the soundtrack for a generation of teenagers. Les brings back the all the thrill and excitement of Rollermania, performing all ther hits including Bye Bye Baby, Shang-a-Lang and Give A Little Love plus many more, as well as introducing new songs from the upcoming new Bay City Rollers album.

Tickets £24

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Halfway to Paradise: The Billy Fury Story Charter Theatre Tuesday 21 March 7:30pm Billy & his original Furys' Tornados play together once again during this electric & emotional 20th anniversary tour.

Featuring 29 hits including ‘Last Night Was Made For Love’, ‘Wondrous Place’, ‘Jealousy’, ‘Halfway To Paradise’ and many more. With the sensational Colin Gold as Fury.

“A voice blessed by heaven” - Brian Matthew.

Introduced onscreen by Lisa Voice (Billy's long-time partner).

“Rock ‘n’ Roll Heaven - A great 60’s night out!” - The Stage

Tickets £21 Concessions £19.50

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Rick will be performing classic tracks and songs from his new album ‘50’.

Tickets £36.50 £24.00

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Stars of the Future Tour Charter Theatre Saturday 1 April 7:30pm The hottest new pop acts in the UK unite for the Stars of the Future Tour, headlined by District 12!

District 12 will be joined by some of the top new UK pop acts.

A percentage of the ticket sales will be donated to Rock FM’s Cash for Kids.

Tickets £16.50

Maple Tree Entertainment presents

You’ve Got A Friend: The Music of James Taylor and Carole King Charter Theatre Monday 3 April 7:30pm From the creators of the smash hit WEST END show The Simon & Garfunkel Story, You’ve Got A Friend celebrates two of the World’s greatest songwriters of all time James Taylor and Carole King.

This musical journey intertwines some of the greatest songs ever written including ‘I Feel The Earth Move’, ‘Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow’, ‘How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)’, ‘Fire & Rain’, ‘You Make Me Feel (Like A Natural Woman)’ and the beautiful ‘You’ve Got A Friend’.

Tickets £20

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The ELO Experience: Back Into The Blue Tour 2017 Guild Hall Friday 7 April 7:30pm The ELO Experience, the world’s foremost tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra, have been bringing the music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric Light Orchestra to the live stage for over 10 years.

With a sensational string section, a stunning light show and large screen projection to further enhance the experience, this incredible show accurately reproduces the songs and sounds and takes you on a magical musical journey through time.

This latest tour celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the Out Of The Blue album release in 1977.

Tickets £23.50

Seven Drunken Nights Charter Theatre Thursday 13 April 7:30pm Seven Drunken Nights brings to life the music of Ireland’s favourite sons - The Dubliners.

Telling the story of a career spanning 50 years and evoking the spirit of Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Barney McKenna, Jim McCann, Ciaran Bourke and John Sheahan, this hugely talented cast of musicians and singers bring the music of this iconic group to life.

A show that will have you singing and clapping along to such classics as The Wild Rover, The Black Velvet Band, The Irish Rover, Molly Malone and of course The Seven Drunken Nights.

Tickets £21

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Back to the 80's Live Guild Hall Saturday 15 April 7:30pm A night of 80’s pop hits! Featuring 80’s stars Katrina from Katrina and the Waves (Walking on Sunshine), Paul Young (Wherever I Lay My Hat), Sonia (You'll Never Stop Me From Loving You), Tight Fit (The Lion Sleeps Tonight), Nathan More from Brother Beyond (The Harder I Try), Hazell Dean (Searchin’) and Kelly Wilde (Holding Out For a Hero) – all performing their biggest hits live on stage!

Tickets £25

The Billy Joel Songbook

performed by Elio Pace and his band Charter Theatre Friday 28 April 7:30pm Following on from his highly-acclaimed reunion concerts in the USA with Billy Joel’s original touring band, Elio Pace delivers this sensational tour celebrating the phenomenal music of Billy Joel. Featuring the massive hits, Uptown Girl, Just The Way You Are and My Life as well as fan favourites such as Scenes From An Italian Restaurant, Goodnight Saigon and Piano Man. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to experience The Billy Joel Songbook in this electrifying concert performed by the dynamic singer/songwriter and piano-player, Elio Pace and his magnificent 6-piece band.

Tickets £24 Concession £21.50

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King of Pop starring Seven Drunken Nights Navi & Jennifer Batten Charter Theatre Thursday Guild Hall13 April 7:30pm Thursday 4 May 7:30pm

Seven Drunken Nights brings to life the music of Ireland’s favourite sons - Thenumber Dubliners.

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Tickets £21 £24.50 VIP meet & greet £37 (limited availability) Under 16 years £20.50

Bowie Experience Guild Hall Saturday 6 May 7:30pm Bowie Experience is a spectacular concert featuring all of David Bowie’s hits - celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon. An unforgettable journey of sound and vision through Bowie’s golden years from Space Oddity through to Let’s Dance.

The world’s number 1 celebration of David Bowie is a must-see for all Bowie fans and those absolute beginners out there.

Tickets £25.50

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Kate Rusby Charter Theatre Wed 10 May 7:30pm Of all the stars in Folk Music’s wondrous firmament, few shine as brightly as Yorkshire’s Kate Rusby.

Making a welcome return to Preston, audiences are sure to be thoroughly entertained by Kate’s choice of much-loved classics from her back catalogue stretching over her two decades of music making together with a selection of fresh new songs from her latest album Life in a Paper Boat (autumn 2016 release). As ever, she will be joined on stage by the cream of British folk musicians who form her band. These virtuoso artists are sure to delight you with their exceptional talents.

Tickets £24 Children £18.50

Bringing on Back the 60’s Charter Theatre Friday 12th May 7:30pm Bringing on Back the 60’s starring the New Amen Corner, with very special guests 60’s icons Mike Pender, original voice of The Searchers whose hits include, ‘Needles and Pins’, 'When You Walk In The Room’ and 'Sweets For My Sweet’.

Mike d'Abo, former lead singer with Manfred Mann performing such classics as ‘Ragamuffin Man’ and ‘Mighty Quinn’. Join us for a fantastic evening with Europe’s leading 60s revivalists. Performing hits from the most prolific decade in musical history that was the 1960s.

Tickets £20

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The Cavern Beatles Charter Theatre Friday 26th May 7:30pm The Cavern Beatles is the only Beatles band fully endorsed and licensed by the famous Cavern Club in Liverpool. They bring to the stage the music that has now influenced 3 generations.

Be prepared to enjoy all the hits of the Fab Four in a 2 hour show that is completely live with breath-taking attention to detail, even extending to the use of exact reproduction of 1960’s instruments. All of the equipment seen on stage is the same as that used by the Beatles wherever possible.

Tickets £20

YolanDa Brown: Reggae Love Songs Charter Theatre Wednesday 31 May 7:30pm Double MOBO Award Winning Saxophonist YolanDa Brown is back on the road with her own show after her second tour with Billy Ocean. Widely regarded as the emerging voice of mainstream Jazz in the UK, she is one of the most exciting, in-demand live performers. YolanDa has toured with many artists including The Temptations and Errol Brown and has collaborated with numerous others as part of Jools Holland’s Rhythm & Blues Orchestra.

This show takes the listener through the wonderful genre that is reggae music, paying tribute to the greats such as Bob Marley, John Holt and Dennis Brown.

Tickets £19.50

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SPORT

Ladbrokes World Snooker Grand Prix Guild Hall Monday 6 to Sunday 12 February 1pm sessions on Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri & Sun, 7pm sessions everyday The tournament will feature 32 players from a unique ranking list which runs from the start of the current season until the German Masters. The top 32 on that list will be eligible to compete for the £100,000 top prize in Preston. Neil Robertson, Shaun Murphy, Stuart Bingham, John Higgins and Judd Trump are currently among the star names inside that top 32.

Standard tickets from £13, concessions from £9. Book now to avoid disappointment More information: www.worldsnooker.com

MMA UK Fighting Championship Guild Hall Saturday 4 March UK Fighting Championships return to the Guild Hall Preston. Some of the best MMA fighters in the country will compete for your entertainment in a show not to be missed.

Tickets are not on sale via the Guild Hall Box Office. Please contact the ticket hotlines on 07584071557 & 07703 543371

Tickets: £30, VIP £45 Doors open 3pm, First fight 4pm

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SPORT VIP in association with Fitzy Promotions present

Home Coming Showdown Guild Hall Saturday 11 March First bell 7pm A night of professional boxing featuring Scott Fitzgerald, 2014 Commonwealth Games gold medallist, plus a full supporting undercard.

Tickets £40, Ringside £60, Ringside, meal and after party £120

White Collar Boxing Events presents Fight Night

Guild Hall Saturday 18 March Doors 4pm First fight 5pm Men and women with no past boxing experience are welcome to sign up and take part in the show. Participants of the fights are at beginner level and all train together for 8 weeks. To take part, or purchase tickets to watch the show visit whitecollarboxingevents.com

Tickets £20, via whitecollarboxingevents.com VIP ringside tickets available on request via Facebook: facebook.com/whitecollarboxingevents

Ultra White Collar Boxing Guild Hall Saturday 8 April VIP 4pm Standard at 5pm.

Ultra White Collar Boxing is a unique opportunity for people with no boxing background to experience the world of boxing, in a safe and enjoyable environment. Get 8 Weeks FREE Training, Raise money for Cancer Research UK (£6 Million raised so far) & Box at a glamorous black tie event in front of your friends and family! To purchase tickets or sign up visit the UWCB website www.ultrawhitecollarboxing.co.uk/preston

Tickets £20 VIP tables seat 10 and are £350, these include waitress service and ringside seats. Doors: 4pm (VIP at 3pm)

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ALSO BOOKING COMMUNITY

Book by Stephan Elliott and Allan Scott Based on the Latent Image/Specific Films Motion Picture Distributed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Inc. Produced by NULLARBOR PRODUCTIONS in association with MGM ON STAGE Musical Arrangements and Orchestrations by Stephen ‘Spud’ Murphy Developed for the Stage and Originally Directed by Simon Phillips

Charter Theatre Wednesday 3 to Saturday 6 May 7:30pm plus Saturday matinee 2:30pm Preston Musical Comedy Society presents Priscilla Queen of the Desert. Get your glitter on and take the ride of your life with the this hilarious and heart-warming Tony Award-winning Broadway musical.

Based on the Oscar® award-winning film, Priscilla tells the story of Tick, Bernadette and Adam, a glamorous Sydney-based performing trio who hop aboard a battered old bus searching for love and friendship in the middle of the Australian outback and end up finding more than they could ever have dreamed of.

Priscilla is a visually spectacular theatre experience, featuring a dazzling array of outrageous costumes and features a hit parade of over 20 dance-floor favourites including ‘It’s Raining Men’, ‘Finally’ and ‘I Will Survive’.

This Lancashire Premier will have audiences dancing in the aisles so book early!

Get on the bus to the Heart of Fabulous!

Tickets £19 Concessions £16 Family Ticket £52.50 Groups buy 10 get 1 free

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COMMUNITY Highfield Priory School presents

L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz Adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller Charter Theatre Thursday 9 February 6:30pm Children from the age of four to eleven join together to tell the story of Dorothy and friends through drama, song and dance as they go on a magical journey in the Land of Oz. This promises to be a wonderful evening of entertainment as Highfield’s talented young children show their hearts, minds and courage, making The Charter Theatre stage their home.

Tickets £9 Children £5.50 Family Ticket £25

Cardinal Newman College presents

Fylde Under C

By Lee Johnson

Charter Theatre Wednesday 29 March and Thursday 30 March 7:30pm plus Thursday matinee 1:30pm Blackpool, 1966. The height of the cold war - and local amateur spy Kenny Cole is convinced there is a Soviet spy in his hometown. In his search to find the spy Kenny encounters mods, rockers, factory girls, Communists and Conservatives. But just who is the real Soviet spy? A brand new musical featuring songs from the 60s.

Performing Arts students will treat you to a Northern escapade full of song, dance and subterfuge.

Tickets £11 Children £9.50 Matinee Special: £5 per pupil for school groups over 10

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COMMUNITY Kidz 4 Kidz present

Broadway Bonanza Charter Theatre Saturday 4 February 7:30pm A cabaret of acts from a variety of Broadway musicals.

Kidz 4 Kidz is a voluntary run community group, who give all their ticket sale profits to local children’s charities or a local child in need. This year they are raising awareness of childhood cancer and honouring a special 5 year old girl, named Kiera, who has been bravely fighting this disease.

Tickets £7

Our Lady’s Catholic High School presents

Dance Diva 2017 Charter Theatre Wednesday 22 February 7pm ‘Dance through the Decades’.

The pupils will be tracking the major events in history from the beginning of the twentieth century and showing their influence on dance styles. From the Charleston to the latest dance crazes of 2017, this will be an excellent evening of entertainment.

Tickets £7.50 Children £5

The Ann Louise Holden School of Dance presents

Back to Broadway Charter Theatre Sunday 19 March 1:30pm and 5pm Pupils aged 3 to 18 years from a local Preston dance school showcase a dance spectacular of ballet, tap and modern theatre.

Tickets £12.50 Children £9

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COMMUNITY Carlova Dance Studios Presents

Showtime Charter Theatre Sunday 2 April 2pm and 7pm Come and enjoy Carlova Dance Studios’ dance extravaganza, featuring an array of styles from Ballet to Bhangra and Tap to Tango. Our dancers are aged from two years and up, including adults and even a few dads! With a splash of musical theatre, a few chart toppers and more blasts from the past than you can shake your tail feathers at!

Tickets £10.50 Children £8

The Dance Academy at Preston’s College presents

The Faye Knowles-Chapman Award for Choreography Charter Theatre Thursday 11 May 7:30pm Come and join us for an eclectic evening of dance, choreographed and produced by students and judged by industry professionals.

Tickets £7 Groups buy 10 get 1 free

Mavis Berry & Helen Allen School of Dance presents

The Magic of Dance

Charter Theatre Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 May 7pm, plus 2pm Saturday matinee Pupils from age three to twenty three and many of the student teachers will be performing in this dance showcase by the Mavis Berry and Helen Allen School of Dance, based in Leyland, Lancashire. Numbers include Cinderella from the latest Disney film, songs from Matilda the Musical, The Sound of Music, Copacabana and many more.

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Strange Bones

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Someone Like You

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Kidz 4 Kidz

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Stand By Me

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Introducing Festival

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Ultimate Earth, Wind & Fire

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Reduced Shakespeare Company

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MMA Fighting

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Snooker Grand Prix

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Arrival The Hits of Abba

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Highfield Priory Wizard of Oz

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Ruby Wax

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Bye Bye Baby

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White Lies

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Chris & Pui

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A Viennese Strauss Gala

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Homecoming Boxing

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Comedy at the Guild

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Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry

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Low Steppa

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Tea With Oscar Wilde

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Brendan Cole: All Night Long

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You Win Again

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Al Murray

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Les Mc Keown Bay City Rollers

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Rory Bremner

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Comedy at the Guild

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Lord Robert Winston

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White Collar Boxing

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Tea Dance

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Back to Broadway

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Our Lady’s High School Dance Diva

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David Starkey

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Alan Beswick

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Halfway to Paradise

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Jamie Raven

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Omid Djalili

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Rule The World

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Circus of Horrors

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Inheaven

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Rick Astley

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Seriously Dead

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Cardinal Newman: Fylde Under C

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Tea Dance

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Gangsta Granny

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AT A GLANCE APRIL

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MAY

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Stars of the Future

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King of Pop

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Evil Blizzard

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Bowie Experience

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Carvola Dance Showtime

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PMCS: Priscilla

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You’ve Got A Friend

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Lloyd Cole

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Kate Rusby

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Idles

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Award for Choreography

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Hysteria

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Bringing on Back 60s

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Count Arthur Strong

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The Magic of Dance

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ELO Experience

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Merry Widow by Preston Opera

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UWC Boxing

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Tea Dance

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The Amazing Bubble Man

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Murder By Gas Light

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Hot 8 Brass Band

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Comedy at the Guild

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Seven Drunken Nights

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Cavern Beatles

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Back to the 80s Live

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RLPO The Dream Team Returns

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Alice in Wonderland

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The First Hippo on the Moon

Joseph

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Yolanda Brown

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Exploits of Sherlock Holmes

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Comedy at the Guild

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Encore Dance

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Tea Dance

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RLPO Journey Through Italy

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Boycott & Aggers

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Billy Joel Songbook

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Scarecrows' Wedding

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ALSO BOOKING Thursday 8th June at 7:30pm The Searchers Friday 9th June 7:30pm Dave Spikey Thursday 3rd August at 7:30pm Rhythm of the Dance Wednesday 30th August at 7:30pm The Dreamboys Monday 25th September at 7:30pm G4 Friday 10th & Saturday 11th November at 8pm Greg Davies: You Magnificent Beast Thursday 16 November at 7:30pm Milton Jones is Out There

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Your Visit PARK WITH US…

We want your visit to be as easy and enjoyable as possible and as such we can now offer patrons of the venue discounted car parking in the Bus Station Car Park on levels 7,8 and 9.

Tickets are available via our box office and online when purchasing your show tickets or meal vouchers. Spaces need to be purchased in advance as a ticket will be provided for you to display within your windscreen.

PRICE: £3, valid for 12 hours – Levels 7, 8 & 9 T&C’s Tickets are only valid on the date and time shown on the ticket. Failure to display a valid Parking ticket so it can be easily seen by the attendant will result in a Penalty charge. Applies only to levels 7,8,9.

DINE WITH US….

LEAF OR BEAN

Our friendly and relaxed onsite coffee shop is the perfect spot to enjoy one of our many speciality teas or coffees. Whether catching up with friends, meeting a colleague or grabbing a bite to eat before a show, we’ve got it covered. Serving breakfast, lunch, snacks, afternoon tea and cakes plus a wide range of refreshments.

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REVIEW

Located in the Guild Hall is Review, Preston’s latest wine and cocktail bar. A venue boasting a relaxed ambience by day and a lively destination bar by night. Watch as our team of trained mixologists serve up your favourite classic and quirky cocktails, quality wines and international beers. Show patrons can enjoy 2 for 1 cocktails on production of a valid show ticket.

Try our range of gourmet burgers, served every day, they are perfect for lunch or a pre-show treat! Or why not try our brand new Afternoon Tea? We’ve added our own twist to this classic treat, swapping the traditional sandwiches to mini-burgers and more!

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VILLA ITALIAN

The Villa Italian is the latest addition to Preston Guild Hall. Having already establishing itself in Kirkham with its flagship restaurant, the home of the North West’s finest Mediterranean cuisine is now also in the heart of the city.

The authentic Italian menus cultivate everything from classic and traditional dishes to contemporary recipes and flavour pairings.

Try one of the crisp, stone baked pizzas, fresh salads, authentic pasta or risotto dishes, or a meat or fish dish cooked to perfection on their flaming charcoal grill. They also offer a menu for lunch, as well as seasonal menus, all of which can be enjoyed with their extensive wine list.

Why not add a pre-show meal to your show booking?

Or try our brand new Italian Afternoon Tea! T: 01772 80 44 48 W: www.thevillaitalian.co.uk

MUNDO TAPAS

Come and experience the very best in tapas cuisine from around the world in our new and exciting restaurant. With high quality, locally sourced ingredients and first class hospitality we guarantee excellent service and divine food to match.

Mundo translates as world and this is reflected in our carefully selected menu of dishes from around the globe. Located within Preston Guild Hall, our stylish yet comfortable restaurant is great for pre or post show dining.

Plus, we are excited to now be serving our brand new tapas style Afternoon Tea! Reservations are advised on show days and vouchers can be purchased in advance from the Box Office or online, meaning more time to enjoy your visit when you’re heading to the show.

View the menu online or for further information: T: 01772 80 44 45 W: www.mundotapas.co.uk

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GENERAL INFORMATION BOX OFFICE Guild Hall and Charter Theatre Lancaster Road, Preston PR1 1HT IN PERSON Box Office, ground floor Monday to Saturday 9am – 5:30pm Box Office, upper level Guild Hall Promenade 5:30pm – 8pm on performance days.

TELEPHONE BOOKINGS / RESERVATIONS 01772 80 44 44 booking fees may apply Monday to Saturday, 8:30am - 7:00pm and until 8pm on performance days ONLINE BOOKING Book online at www.prestonguildhall.com POSTAL BOOKINGS Box Office, Preston Guild Hall, Lancaster Road, Preston PR1 1HT PAYMENT METHODS Cash, Mastercard, Visa, Delta and Maestro.

Cheques will only be accepted for group bookings (payable To Preston Guild Hall Ltd) and must be covered by a guarantee card, with the card details written on the reverse, along with the address of the card holder and card expiry date.

EXCHANGES AND REFUNDS Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded. In the event of a cancellation the face value of the tickets will be refunded only.

CHILDREN Babes in arms (children under 2 years of age) shall be admitted free of charge to those shows they may attend (children’s shows and pantomimes only) unless there is a pre-school price. Children (ages 2 to 15 inclusive) shall require their own ticket which shall be at full ticket price if no child concessions are available at the time of purchase.

Children aged 14 or under will not be allowed entry to the event unless they are supervised (for the duration of the event) by a parent or guardian.

Supervision of such children shall be by not less than 1 adult per 10 children. The management will require parents/supervisors to remove children if, in their opinion, they are causing a disturbance.

BOOKING FEE

In line with legislation, all prices shown in this brochure are inclusive of a booking fee, up to a maximum of £1.50 per ticket.

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PARKING The car park above the central bus station provides direct pedestrian access to the venues.

Patrons of the Guild Hall and Charter Theatre can pre-pay in advance for a discounted ticket when purchasing their venue tickets at a cost of £3.

Levels 7, 8 & 9.

MAILING LIST Join our mailing list to receive a copy of each new issue of this brochure posted to your home or an e-alert to your email address informing you that the new brochure is now available on-line.

To join our mailing list please contact box office on 01772 80 44 44 or email marketing@prestonguildhall.co.uk LATECOMERS Please arrive in time to take your seat promptly as latecomers may be asked to wait until a suitable break in the performance.

PROGRAMMING Extra events may be arranged after publication of this brochure. For up-to-date product and promotions listings please contact the Box Office, see the local press or visit our website at www.prestonguildhall.com CUSTOMERS WITH DISABILITIES We strive to offer equal access for all. Should you have particular requirements please discuss with the Box Office when making your booking and we will endeavour to assist.

EQUAL ACCESS FOR ALL Wheelchair spaces available Lift access to all areas of the venue including Box Office, toilets and bars Assistance dogs welcome in all areas Sign language interpreted performances offered on selected shows - see show pages for details.

For further information or assistance please ring the Box Office.

The information in this brochure was correct at the time of going to press. The Guild Hall and Charter Theatre reserves the right to alter the advertised programme or facilities. All discounts are subject to availability and only one discount applies per ticket unless otherwise specified.

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Venue Hire Preston Guild Hall is one of Lancashire’s leading venues for events, our central location in the heart of the city and convenient transport links make us an ideal choice for your next meeting, conference or special occasion. Boasting eight flexible spaces, the complex can cater for any event size from small meetings to large functions, with our main auditorium seating an impressive 2,034 people.

Our highly experienced teams are on hand to ensure both you and your guests have an enjoyable experience.

Whether it’s discussing bespoke menus with our in house caterers or planning your AV requirements with our highly skilled technicians, we’re here to help.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

You can contact us for

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Birthdays Christenings Proms and Graduations Club & Society Events Ceremonies Charity Events Awards & Gala Dinners Weddings Christmas Parties

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Funerals Family Occasions Conferences Meetings Incentives Training Exhibitions Seminars

Our event services include

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Entertainment Sourcing, Procurement and Management Sound and Lighting

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Design Budget Management Sound & AV Services

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like to make an appointment to view the venue with our Event Manager, Victoria McEnaney on 01772 80 44 43 or email events@prestonguildhall.co.uk.

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