What's On Guide - June - Sept 2018 by Regent Centre

Welcome

Hello and welcome to our new What’s On guide, featuring a plethora of interesting acts and films coming here to your wonderful Regent Centre! The Regent headlines: The new scaffolding that is up to support the South wall in preparation for the larger works next summer, we will be installing new IT systems very soon to make booking tickets and buying ice creams a much smoother process and there will be some upgrades to our foyer and frontage to ensure you have an even nicer experience! For the first time in over three years we have decided to increase our ticket price for cinema by 50p, in reaction to increasing costs. We have resisted going any higher to keep us the most reasonable night out at the cinema in the area! This season we are pleased to welcome, for the first time, the number one selling operatic trio Tenors Un Limited and The Zoots who present their ‘Sounds of the 60’s’ show, as well as welcoming back Justin Hayward, the legendary voice of The Moody Blues in June, The Searchers and Limehouse Lizzy. Having had the highest audience admissions for Andre Rieu for the last three years running, we are looking forward to his next concert which will be beamed to our screen again on the 28th & 29th July. We are extending our broadcasts this season, including the multi Olivier nominated Musical “Everybody’s Talking about Jamie” and arguably one of the UK’s best bands Muse present their ‘Drones’ world tour, straight to our auditorium! Jimmy’s Iced Coffee will continue to show cult classic movies like The Italian Job and Aliens and we also have live ‘evenings with’ Pete Waterman, Henry Blofeld and Dan Snow – The History Guy. Peter Rabbit, the hilarious Finding Your Feet and the toe tapping Greatest Showman are back by popular demand, as well as some brand new movies; watch out for Mamma Mia 2 this summer! Indeed on the 25th August we are very excited to present our Mamma Mia Spectacular, to include the film screening and live music from Abba tribute group “Abba Angels’, edible glitter ball candy floss and free drink on arrival! Don your 70’s gear as the best dressed wins a prize! See our website www.regentcentre.co.uk for full details on how to book tickets. Thank you for your continued support, we look forward to seeing you. Rupert Barrington General Manager

Regent Centre Patrons Mark Kermode is a film critic and a member of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts. He is the chief film critic for The Observer and he also co-presents the BBC Two arts programme The Culture Show. David Gillard MBE is an arts journalist and critic and for 40 years, the opera critic of the Daily Mail (and, for 17 years, the paper’s ballet critic). He was awarded the MBE for services to journalism and charity in the 2008 Queen’s Birthday Honours list. The Regent Centre is managed by The Regent (Christchurch) Ltd. Registered Charity Number: 1089084 Company Number: 3941287

How to Book Online Visit the Regent Centre website at: www.regentcentre.co.uk There you can view the listings and purchase tickets for all of our live music, theatre, cinema and live satellite broadcast events. You can now print your tickets at home when booking online.

By Phone You can purchase tickets by telephone. Simply call us on 01202 499199 and select option 1.

In Person Information Centre Box Office Monday – Saturday: 10am – 4.30pm. Sunday: Closed. Main Foyer Box Office Mon – Sat: 10am - show ends. Sunday: Closed AM and open 1 hour before performances only. All tickets sent out by post will incur a £1 postage charge per order. You may choose to collect your tickets free of charge from the Box Office or the ticket collection point. Tickets purchased online will incur a 5% booking fee, with a maximum charge of £10. Tickets purchased over the phone or in person will not incur a booking fee.

Concessions apply to: Over 60s, Under 16s, students in full time education, registered disabled and their carer.

Groups: We are delighted to offer a group discount for parties of 10 or more. To discuss a group booking for your school, club, or social group, please contact us at: admin@regentcentre.co.uk

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1 free ticket in every 10 purchased (excludes cinema). Group Bookings must be made two weeks in advance of a show during office hours Monday to Friday. Cinema and Live shows: Purchase 20 or more tickets and get a free tub of vanilla ice cream with every ticket.

Our Access facilities include: • Accessible box office • Flat floor access to the auditorium • Dedicated wheelchair spaces • Accessible toilet • Assistance dogs are welcome • Infra-red sound enhanced system available

Refunds All ticket sales for live shows and broadcasts are final and cannot be refunded or exchanged. Refunds will only be issued if an event has been cancelled or rescheduled. Tickets for films must be returned 48 hours prior to the film screening, for a refund to a voucher only.

How to find us Address

The Regent Centre, 51 High Street, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1AS

By Car The Wick Lane Car Park is situated behind the Regent Centre and is £2 from 6.30pm - 8am. Please note there is a maximum 4 hour stay in the daytime until 6.30pm.

By Bus The nearest Bus Stop is on Christchurch High Street within close walking distance.

By Taxi There are several taxi ranks within close walking distance of The Regent Centre.

By Train The nearest train station is Christchurch and is a 10 minute walk.

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CINEMA

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The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Dates & Times: Sat 19th May: 8pm, Sun 20th & Mon 21st: 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Tues 22nd: 11am, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Thurs 24th: 11am & 2.30pm Tickets: Standard cinema prices Based on the bestselling novel, Lily James plays freespirited writer Juliet Ashton, who forms a life-changing bond with the eccentric Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, when she decides to write about the book club they formed during the occupation of Guernsey during WWII. From the producers of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, and with an all-star British cast, comes a compelling romantic drama with an intriguing mystery at its heart.

THEATRE

LIVE MUSIC

Grumpy Old Women: To The Rescue

Tenors Un Limited 15 Year Anniversary Tour

Date: Wednesday 23rd May Time: 7:30pm Tickets: £25.50 Group tickets available Starring Jenny Eclair, Dillie Keane & Lizzie Roper. Fed up with flogging their guts out and always having to be in charge, the Grumpy Old Women have put their knobbly old feet up in glorious retirement, free at last to practise their extreme colouringin, ukelele orchestra and novelty fudgemaking. But with the world in a bigger mess than ever before, is there anything that can tempt them off their backsides to unleash their superpowers and once more come to the rescue?! Join us for 90 mins of brand new 'full-fat', 'batteries included' comedy from the mistresses of grump.

Date: Friday 25th May Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £20.50 The number one selling operatic trio Tenors Un Limited, the ‘Rat Pack of Opera’, are proud to present their newest touring show celebrating 15 years. This is part of their UK tour, fresh from their recent chart-topping success with “Who is He?” in aid of The Salvation Army which went in at Number 1 on the iTunes classical chart. This concert series combines the rich vocal harmonies for which Tenors Un Limited are known. There is sure to be something for everyone in this programme of popular classical music. The group is joined by multi-award winning local choir ‘Sing People Sing’.

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Peter Rabbit Dates & Times: Sat 26th May: 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sun 27th May: 7.30pm, Tues 29th, Wed 30th & Thurs 31st May: 2.30pm Tickets: Standard cinema prices The stubborn and naughty Peter Rabbit (voiced by James Corden) causes chaos in the home and garden of an irritable human named Mr. McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson). However, their rivalry grows even more heated when they both fall in love with a new neighbour (Rose Byrne) who adores animals. Daisy Ridley, Elizabeth Debicki, and Margot Robbie also lend their voices to this comedy, which is based on the children's stories by Beatrix Potter.

CINEMA

Duck Duck Goose Dates & Times: Sat 26th May, Tues 29th, Wed 30th & Thurs 31st: 11am Tickets: Standard cinema prices From the creators of 'Shrek' & 'Home', '’Duck Duck Goose' sees a high-flying but irresponsible goose named Peng get injured in flight, causing him to crash-land next to a pair of recently hatched ducklings. With no other option but to bring them with him on his journey south, Peng is in for an incredible adventure that will see him truly become part of a family for the first time. A hilarious animated family comedy, 'Duck Duck Goose' features the voices of Jim Gaffigan, Zendaya and Stephen Fry.

CINEMA

The Greatest Showman Sing-Along Dates & Times: Mon 28th May: 2.30pm & 7.30pm & Fri 1st June: 7.30pm Tickets: Standard cinema prices Ladies and gents, this is the moment you’ve waited for! The world is singing along with the most entertaining movie of the year and now you can too with this special sing-along screening of The Greatest Showman, the Golden Globe winner for ‘Best Original Song’. It’s your time to shine – have fun and sing loud and ‘Come Alive’ – It’s Showtime! Starring Hugh Jackman, Rebecca Ferguson, Zac Efron and Zendaya. This is the sing-along version of the film with the lyrics on screen.

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McKellen: Playing the Part (plus LIVE Q&A) Date: Sunday 27th May Time: 3pm Tickets: £13, Concessions: £12 McKellen: Playing the Part is a feature length film celebrating the life and work of Sir Ian McKellen. Fully authorised, including access to a wealth of never-before-seen archive material, the film is built around an extensive, personal interview covering everything from his upbringing in Wigan to becoming a star of stage and screen, coming out and becoming a leader in the gay rights movement. This live event invites audiences to join them in celebrating Sir Ian McKellen’s birthday live from the BFI Southbank. Hosted by Graham Norton and featuring some very special guests. BROADCAST

Finding Your Feet Dates & Times: Tues 29th May, Wed 30th & Thurs 31st: 7.30pm & Fri 1st June: 11am Tickets: Standard cinema prices After she learns that her husband of 40 years (John Sessions) has been having an affair with her best friend (Josie Lawrence), Sandra (Imelda Staunton) decides to escape the scrutiny of her bourgeoisie social circle by moving in with her free-spirited sister (Celia Imrie). Soon, she attempts to find herself while attending a community dance class with her sibling. Timothy Spall and Joanna Lumley co-star. CINEMA

“The feel-good film of the year” OK! Magazine

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Isle of Dogs Dates & Times: Fri 1st June: 2.30pm, Sun 3rd: 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: Standard cinema prices In this stop-motion-animated film from writer/director Wes Anderson, an outbreak of canine flu in Japan leads all dogs to be quarantined on an island. A boy (voice of Koyu Rankin) journeys there to rescue his dog Spots (Liev Schreiber), and gets help from a pack of misfit canines who have also been exiled. His quest inspires a group of dog lovers to expose a government conspiracy. The voice cast also includes Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, Tilda Swinton, Bob Balaban, Greta Gerwig & Yoko Ono.

CINEMA

LIVE MUSIC

Justin Hayward - Legendary Voice of The Moody Blues Plus special guest Mike Dawes

Date: Saturday 2nd June Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £45 Legendary singer-songwriter and voice of the Moody Blues, Justin Hayward, is returning to the Regent Centre to perform songs from his recent albums as well as The Moody Blues favourites. As the driving force behind The Moody Blues, Justin penned classics like “Nights in White Satin”, “New Horizons”, “Question”, “The Voice and Your Wildest Dreams”, plus his solo worldwide hit with the timeless “Forever Autumn” from the War of the Worlds. Done miss this rare chance to connect with one of music’s keenest talents.

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BMT Productions Presents:

Anything Goes

Dates & Times: Wed 6th, Thurs 7th, Fri 8th & Sat 9th June: 7.30pm (Matinee Sat 9th: 2.30pm) Tickets: £15.50 Concessions: £14.50

THEATRE

From the company that brought you ‘The Wizard of Oz’ and ‘Spamalot’, BMT present Cole Porter's classic musical ‘Anything Goes’. The story follows famous night club singer, Reno Sweeney, and her four Angels as they embark on a cruise to England. Meanwhile Billy Crocker, personal assistant to Mr. Whitney stows away, chasing after his true love, Hope Harcourt. Join the cast and crew for a tap-dancing, jazz-singing hijinks on the high seas! Featuring the best loved songs: “I Get A Kick Out of You”, “You're the Top”, “Friendship”, “It's De-Lovely' and the title song “Anything Goes”.

CINEMA

The Leisure Seeker Dates & Times: Sun 10th & Wed 13th June: 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Thurs 14th: 11am, 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: Standard cinema prices John (Donald Sutherland) and Ella (Helen Mirren) are an older couple who’ve decided to get away from everything. To that end, they’re going on a cross-country voyage in their old motorhome, ‘The Leisure Seeker’. John is suffering from memory loss, and Ella wants to finally take him to see Ernest Hemingway’s house before it’s too late. Away from the suffocating care of doctors and their children, they rediscover their passion for life and love for each other on their journey. "A teary-funny road trip" - The Telegraph

BROADCAST

Oscar Wilde Season LIVE: An Ideal Husband (Encore) Date: Monday 11th June Times: 2.15pm & 7.15pm Tickets: £16 Concessions: £14 A new production of Oscar Wilde’s An Ideal Husband, filmed live at the Vaudeville Theatre in London’s West End, this entertaining and still topical play brings an act of political sin into the heart of the English home. As an ambitious government minister, Sir Robert Chiltern’s smooth ascent to the top seems assured until Mrs Cheveley appears in London with damning proof of his previous financial chicanery. The cast includes real-life father and son Edward and Freddie Fox, Frances Barber, Nathaniel Parker, Sally Bretton and Susan Hampshire.

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Royal Ballet: Swan Lake (Live) Date: Tues 12th June Time: 7.15pm (Encore: Sun 17th June: 2pm) Tickets: £18.50 Concessions: £16.50 Child (under 16): £10 Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful woman, Odette, he is enraptured. But she is under a spell that holds her captive, allowing her to regain her human form only at night. Swan Lake has had a special role in the repertory of The Royal Ballet since 1934. While remaining faithful to the Petipa-Ivanov text, this new production, with additional choreography by Artist-inResidence Liam Scarlett, will bring fresh eyes to the staging of this classic ballet.

CINEMA

On Chesil Beach Dates & Times: Fri 15th, Sat 16th, Mon 18th, Thurs 21st June 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sun 17th: 7.30pm, Tues 19th & Wed 20th: 11am, 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: Standard cinema prices Ian McEwan's adaptation of his novel, directed by Dominic Cooke, is an emotionally charged exploration of love, sex and marriage, featuring superb performances by Saoirse Ronan (Brooklyn) and Billy Howle (Dunkirk). It is summer 1962, Florence and Edward are just married and honeymooning on the dramatic coastline of Chesil Beach in Dorset. In their stifling hotel underlying tensions between the young couple surface, casting unexpected shadows across their wedding night.

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OPEN DAY

Cinema Museum Open Day Dates & Times: Sat 16th June, Sat 21st July, Sat 11th Aug & Sat 15th Sept: 10am & 11.15am Tickets: £5 per person Calling all cinema enthusiasts! Step into a bygone era with a behind-the-scenes tour of the Regent projection room. Enjoy a live demonstration of our 35mm projector, which has been lovingly restored by a team of loyal volunteers. The extensive collection includes photographic images, old cinema posters, antique cinema fixtures and more! Ideal for anyone with an appreciation for the pre-digital days. Spaces are limited to 6 people per tour - book now to avoid disappointment!

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Dan Snow – An Evening with the 'History Guy' Date: Thursday 28th June Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £25.50 Concessions: £20.50 Under 16: £18.00

THEATRE

Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £77.00 (Available from the Box Office only on 01202 499199)

'An Evening with Dan Snow' will feature the well-known historian and TV presenter recounting anecdotes of memorable experiences from his very successful career as an historian and broadcaster. Otherwise known as 'The History Guy' Dan will also research and include historical facts and stories relating to Christchurch and the surrounding area, aided by the use of digital screens. The show will be an undoubted success with academics, students, families and all those interested in the history of their region and town. The show will conclude with a 20mins Q&A session.

Everybody's Talking About Jamie (Recorded Live) Date: Sunday 15th July Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £15.50 Concessions: £13

BROADCAST

Inspired by a true story, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is the new award-winning fivestar hit musical for today. Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is terrified about the future. He is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness, into the spotlight.

Winner of 3 WhatsOnStage Awards including ‘Best New Musical’ and nominated for 5 Olivier Awards, ‘Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’ will be broadcast from the Apollo Theatre in London’s Shaftesbury Avenue. “A true big-hearted crowd-pleaser” Evening Standard

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RSC Live: Romeo & Juliet (Live) Date: Wednesday 18th July Time: 7pm Tickets: £13 Concessions: £12 What if your first true love was someone you’d been told you must hate? Set in a world very like our own, this Romeo and Juliet is about a generation of young people born into violence and ripped apart by the bitter divisions of their parents. The most famous story of love at first sight explodes with intense passion and an irresistible desire for change, but leads all too quickly to heart-breaking consequences.

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BROADCAST

Sounds of the Sixties with Muse: Drones World Tour 'The Zoots' (Recorded Live) Date: Friday 20th July Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17 Concessions: £15

Date: Wednesday 25th July Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £15 Concessions: £12

THE ZOOTS are coming! And they’re Bringing the Sounds of the Sixties to the Regent Centre! Experience THE Sixties show that's wowing audiences around the world, selling out and headlining venues from the Palladium to Old Trafford. With legendary numbers by The Beatles, The Stones, The Monkees, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Four Seasons, Elvis and dozens more of your favourite artists. Feel the groove that's thrilling audiences of stage and screen, in more than 30 countries! Discover why national critics call THE ZOOTS "impressive", "authentic", and "impossible not to like"!

In support of their chart-topping seventh studio album Drones, the Grammy Awardwinning rock band Muse embarked on their ambitious Drones World Tour, playing over 130 dates across the globe in support of the acclaimed concept album. For the very first time, the band performed “in the round” from the middle of the arena, with the stage design a configuration giving fans a full 360 degree audio/visual experience. “An endless build-up, heading for one peak after another”. – The New York Times

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Highcliffe Charity Players: 'Just For Laughs' - An Evening of Music, Dance and Comedy

EXTERNAL

Dates: Weds 25th - Sat 28th July Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 Highcliffe Charity Players return to St Mark's Hall, Highcliffe, for another fast-moving, laughterpacked show, featuring lively song and dance medleys - both old favourites and the latest musical hits - performed alongside classic comic sketches. Another hilarious and unmissable evening's entertainment from one of Dorset's most celebrated and versatile amateur groups.And don't forget to bring your own picnic for the supper interval (only drinks purchased on the premises can be consumed). Contains Adult Humour

This performance will take place at St Mark's Hall, Hinton Wood Avenue, Highcliffe, BH23 5AA.

BROADCAST

André Rieu's Maastricht Concert: “Amore, My Tribute to Love” Dates & Times: Saturday 28th: 7pm & Sunday 29th July: 3pm Tickets: £20 Concessions: £18 Set against the stunning medieval backdrop of the town square in André’s Dutch hometown, the spectacular Maastricht concert features the maestro in his element, along with his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra, sopranos, tenors and very special guests. André delivers an unforgettable musical experience full of humour, fun and emotion for all ages. This summer it will be all about the world of love! ‘Amore, My Tribute to Love’ is André’s tribute to love, the love for music and for both of his families. The small one, his wife and children - and the big one, the Johann Strauss Orchestra. Enjoy backstage access, interviews with André and his special guests, musical favourites and much more.

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Stompin’ at The Regent Presents: Claire Martin OBE Sings the Great American Songbook Date: Wednesday 1st August Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £18.50 Concessions: £16.50 BBC Radio 3 presenter Claire Martin OBE has spent the last 30 years honing the craft of jazz singing. To worldwide critical acclaim, she has established herself as a tour de force on the UK jazz scene winning best jazz vocalist in the British Jazz Awards seven times. Claire has released 18 CDs, collaborating with musical luminaries including, Stephane Grappelli and Sir Richard Rodney Bennett. She is joined in this concert by the peerless jazz guitarist Jim Mullen. “Few vocalists are as elegant and eloquent as Claire Martin... she’s one of the crown jewels of the jazz world.” - All About Jazz

LIVE MUSIC

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CINEMA

Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again

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TBC

Dates & Times: Fri 3rd, Sat 4th, Tues 7th, Wed 8th, Thurs 9th Aug, Tues 28th & Wed 29th Aug: 11am, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Sun 5th, Mon 6th, Sun 26th & Mon 27th Aug: 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: Standard cinema prices Ten years after the phenomenally popular original, ‘Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again’ picks up the story with Sophie pregnant, and not sure how she’s going to cope. Moving between past and present, we follow Sophie as she tries to come to terms with her situation, and also see how Donna did it all those years ago, falling in love and building a home for her family on their sun-soaked island. Get ready to dance all over again with an all-star cast including Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried, Lily James, Christine Baranski, Julie Walters, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgård, Dominic Cooper and Cher. Don’t miss our MAMMA MIA SPECTACULAR on Saturday 25th August for full details see www.regentcentre.co.uk

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Jimmy’s Iced Coffee Presents:

The Italian Job

CINEMA

Date: Thurs 2nd Aug Time: 8pm Tickets: £5 Charlie Croker (Michael Caine) is out of jail with an ingenious plan for the heist of the century. Aided by top criminal mastermind Mr Bridger (Noël Coward), Charlie and his gang plan to rob four million dollars in gold from an armoured car in Turin, Italy. This actionpacked comedy drama is an all-time cult classic of the 60's, with the craziest car chase in movie history and an incredible cliff hanger finale. In association with Jimmy’s Iced Coffee. First 50 to arrive receive a free ’White Russian’ (over 18’s only) plus limited edition show poster!

LIVE MUSIC

Swing Unlimited Night at the Movies Date: Saturday 11th August Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 Concessions: £10.50 Founded over a decade ago, Swing Unlimited Big Band have built a reputation as the South of England's premier big band. This year "Music from the Movies" has the theme of Magic and Fantasy. Expect music from Harry Potter, Disney, Lord of the Rings and classic songs from legendary artists such as Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and many more... Definitely not to be missed. Exciting entertainment for all ages.

THEATRE

Rhythm of the Dance Date: Sunday 12th August Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £23.50 Concessions: £22.50 This stunning Irish spectacular that is Rhythm of the Dance, a fully live show that celebrates Irish culture through music and dance, featuring world champion dancers, a traditional Irish band, singers, a most gifted cast who have been wowing audiences all over the world since 1999. Internationally rated as one of the most popular and successful Irish Step Dance shows on tour, by critics, audiences, and millions of fans around the world. Be sure to share the experience when it comes to the Regent Centre this summer!

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The British Backpacker Society: Across the Sahara Date: Monday 13th August Time: 7.30pm Tickets: Standard cinema prices Certificate is E - Exempt In search of cheap beer, great parties and sexy tans, two Dorset twenty-somethings book a budget flight to Malaga, However, when the Spanish sun proves to be as elusive, the lads grab a map and determine that better weather may lie further south. From the southern tip of Spain to the Senegalese capital, the friends use any means necessary to complete an overland crossing of the world’s largest sand desert and to find “the real coast of sun.” “If you enjoyed The Banff Film festival, this is one for you!” Additional profits from this screening are being donated to UNICEF.

CINEMA

The Original Hitman – Music mogul Pete Waterman OBE Live in Conversation Date: Thursday 30th August Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £23.50 Waterman is set to reveal never-before heard stories behind some of the greatest songs and artists of the 80s and 90s! Following on from his sell out Royal Festival Hall 'A Life in Song' concert, one of the most prolific music moguls of a generation, the original hit man behind more than 100 Top 40 UK Hits and 40 Million records, Pete Waterman OBE, will take centre stage and talk about his fascinating career, love of music, stories behind some of the biggest artists and songs in the world that he has been involved with, his love of railways and his involvement in the great British railway. You'll hear anecdotes about his career, careers he has been involved in such as Kylie Minogue, Donna Summer, Jason Donovan, Bananarama, Steps and many more.

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Henry Blofeld: 78 Retired

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Date: Saturday 1st September Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £20.50 Henry 'My Dear Old Thing' Blofeld has hung up his microphone after 50 years commentating on international cricket. The cherished golden voice of cricket has decided to celebrate by touring the country with his brand-new show, jam-packed full of unheard anecdotes from on and off the pitch, as well as stories from the TMS box not allowed on the radio! Don't miss the chance to wave a bat in honour to the last bastion of the original Test Match Special team; the team who made it the muchloved programme it is today.

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CINEMA

Bournemouth Concert Brass: Jimmy’s Iced Coffee Presents: ‘Aliens’ Last Night of the Proms Date: Sunday 2nd September Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £10.50 Concessions: £10 Bournemouth Concert Brass, the current West of England champions, are one of the South's premier brass bands. Following a successful 2017, the band returned to The Regent Centre in January to put on their Viennese concert to a packed house. This September, they perform their annual 'Last Night of the Proms' concert with a wide selection of music to suit all tastes, including ‘British Sea Songs’, ‘Jerusalem’ and Elgar's ‘Land of Hope and Glory’. Bring your flags and whistles (and your vocal chords!) to join in this most patriotic event.

Date: Wednesday 5th September Time: 8pm Tickets: £5 Officer Ripley (Sigourney Weaver), the sole survivor of the alien attack on the 'Nostromo', awakes after 57 years in suspended animation when she is picked up by a salvage ship. She is put to work by the Company, but is horrified to discover that the planet where her ship picked up the original alien has now been colonized. When contact with the colony is lost, the Company send Ripley on an investigative mission with a team of hardened Space Marines. In association with Jimmy’s Iced Coffee. First 50 to arrive receive a free ’White Russian’ (over 18’s only) plus limited edition show poster!

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NT Live: Julie (Live) Date: Thursday 6th September Time: 7pm Tickets: £13 Concessions: £12 Vanessa Kirby (The Crown, NT Live: A Streetcar Named Desire) and Eric Kofi Abrefa (The Amen Corner) feature in the cast of this brand new production broadcast live from the National Theatre. Wild and newly single, Julie throws a late night party. In the kitchen, Jean and Kristina clean up as the celebration heaves above them. Crossing the threshold, Julie initiates a power game with Jean – which rapidly descends into a savage fight for survival. This new version of August Strindberg’s play Miss Julie, written by Polly Stenham, remains shocking and fiercely relevant in its new setting of contemporary London.

The Searchers Date: Friday 7th September Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £23.50 The Searchers' remarkable career continues. With such classic hits as “Sweets For My Sweet”, “Needles and Pins”, “Don’t Throw Your Love Away”, “Sugar and Spice” and “When You Walk In The Room”, they have contributed enormously to establishing the UK as the world’s leading nation in the music industry. With total record sales in excess of 50 million, The Searchers still have great appeal to audiences of all ages. Combined with anecdotes and reminiscences, this concert includes all their famous hits, plus many album recordings, B-sides and a selection of other collector and well-known favourites!

LIVE MUSIC

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The Simon and Garfunkel Story Date: Sunday 9th September Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £22 Concessions: £20

LIVE MUSIC

Direct from its success at London’s Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avenue, a SOLD OUT Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, plus a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Homeward Bound' and many more.Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed! "Fantastic' - Elaine Paige, BBC Radio 2. "Authentic and Exciting' - The Stage

RSC: The Merry Wives of Windsor (Live) Date: Wednesday 12th September Time: 7pm Tickets: £13 Concessions: £12

BROADCAST

Down on his luck in the suburbs, John Falstaff plans to hustle his way to a comfortable retirement by seducing the wives of two wealthy men. Unknown to him, it’s the women of Windsor who really pull the strings, orchestrating Falstaff’s comeuppance amidst a theatrical smorgasbord of petty rivalries, jealousies and over-inflated egos. For a fat Englishman, a Welshman and a Frenchman, the only way is Windsor…

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La Bohème - From Sydney Harbour (Live) Date: Thursday 13th September Time: 7pm Tickets: £18.50 Concessions: £16.50 From the World's Most Spectacular Opera series, experience the love, laughter and loss of La Bohème at the magnificent Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour. Puccini’s beloved classic – the original bohemian love story – has long captivated audiences around the world. His music swells with love, soars in ecstasy, crackles with jealousy and cries with heartache. With lavish sets and costumes transforming the harbour-top stage into a romantic Paris winter, Opera Australia's glittering production will be an unforgettable delight.

BROADCAST

Limehouse Lizzy 25th Anniversary Tour Date: Friday 14th September Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £20 Concessions: £18 Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. The band have also added a tribute into their show to ex-Thin Lizzy guitarist (and world renowned solo artist) Gary Moore. From their official PRS award, performing for Virgin Atlantic in Barbados, TV appearances (BBC 2’s ‘Arena’ amongst others), and to actually being recruited to record and tour by members of the original Thin Lizzy, Limehouse Lizzy enter their 25th year with their most explosive show and critically-acclaimed line-up yet.

LIVE MUSIC

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Starring Past Principal Performers From ‘Les Misérables’

LIVE MUSIC

Beyond the Barricade

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Date: Sunday 16th September Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £22 Concessions: £20 The UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour features past principal performers from Les Misérables. Delivering over two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, and of course ending with a stunning finale from Les Mis. Starring Andy Reiss, David Fawcett, Katie Leeming and Poppy Tierney, together with a live band, ‘Beyond the Barricade’ features songs from ‘Phantom of the Opera’, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’, ‘The Jersey Boys’, ‘The Lion King’, ‘Blood Brothers’, ‘Miss Saigon’ and many others. Don’t miss this incredible concert - now in its 19th successive year!