Shanklin Theatre June - Sept 2021 Programme

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An unforgettable evening featuring the musical brilliance of Richard and Karen Carpenter. Supported by a full live band, West End star Vikki Holland-Bowyer is renowned for perfectly emulating Karen’s legendary rich contralto. Performing all

The Carpenters’ classic hits including Top of the World, We’ve Only Just Begun, Close To You, Please Mr Postman, Only Yesterday and many more!

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Vintage Boys

Rock ‘n’ Roll Show

Step back in time to the Golden Age of Rock ‘n’ Roll as the sounds of the 50s and 60s are authentically recreated by The Vintage Boys. With immaculate 3-part harmony, slick choreography, sharp suits and the backing of an incredible live band, the boys perfectly capture the look and sound of the golden era and will have you singing along and dancing in the aisles with their high-energy performance.

Featuring over 40 hits from stars of the 50s and 60s including Chuck Berry, Eddie Cochran, Del Shannon, Bill Haley, Dion, The Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, Elvis Presley, and many more!

Curtain Call Creative students present an unmistakable title from the unforgettable film and television franchise, Fame The Musical inspired generations to fight for fame and light up the sky like a flame! Sun 11th July, 2pm & 7pm - Tickets Adults £14, Children £10

Sun 18th July, 7.30pm Tickets £22

If you like the Beach Boys® songs, you will love this band!

Collectively and individually they have appeared in some of the most prestigious music venues on both sides of the Atlantic.

They have worked with artists including Tina Turner, The Three Degrees, Gerry and the Pacemakers, Olivia Newton John, Dionne Warwick, Benny E King, Ray Lewis and Bill Fredericks to name a few.

Their TV and Theatre credits include Des O’ Connor Tonight, Children In Need, Miss Saigon, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Five Guys Named Mo, Notre Dame De Paris and the Radio One Roadshow.

Guaranteed to leave everyone with a smile on their face, a song in their heart and a truly memorable live music experience to cherish, this is a show you do not want to miss.

Together these four international entertainers combine their talents and incredible voices to bring you an evening of sophisticated entertainment that will take you dancing down memory lane.

The performers of this extravaganza express, Beach Boyz Tribute Band deliver a stunning show of technicolour harmonies that will take your breath away.

The music of an unforgettable era! The original soulmen with slick routines, smooth talking and plenty of lovin. A hit with every audience, especially the ladies!

The Magic Drifters is their name. Party, party, party is their game.

Fri 16th July, 7.30pm Tickets £23.50

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Fri 23rd July, 7.30pm Tickets £21

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SARAH MILLICAN 2021/2022 TOUR The hilarious Sarah Millican is back on tour with a Bobby Dazzler of a new stand-up show.

In this, her sixth international tour, you’ll learn about what happens when your mouth seals shut, how to throw poo over a wall, trying to lose weight but only losing the tip of your finger, a surprisingly funny smear test, and how truly awful a flotation tank can actually be. Sarah has spent the last year writing jokes and growing her backside. She can’t wait to get back on the road and make you laugh.

A chance to escape back to the sixties this August!

Owing to very popular demand, Jack Up Events are bringing back the good times with a very special ‘Jack Up The 60s’ evening featuring multi-talented 5-piece band THE ZOOTS. This is THE 60s show that ’s wowing audiences around the world, selling out

sarahmillican.co.uk | @sarahmillican75 Sat 24th July, 3.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets £28.50

One Moment In Time

WHOLE LOTTA

SHAKIN’

The Greatest Hits of WHITNEY HOUSTON Starring NYA KING with her World Class Singers & Musicians. The story that is never told about Whitney is just how uniquely brilliant she was as an artist; by many measures she had the greatest voice of the last 50 years. She changed the way pop music was sung bringing it back full circle to blues and gospel roots.

Her legacy was her music and we celebrate her life and songs with a musical concert dedicated to the legend that is Whitney Houston.

and headlining venues from the London Palladium to Old Trafford.

Feel the groove that’s thrilled audiences of stage and screen, and brought the swinging Sixties back to more than 30 countries! Discover why national critics call THE ZOOTS “impossible not to like!”

Fri 13th Aug, 7.30pm Tickets £23

Widely regarded as the definitive tribute to the UK’s biggest selling singles artiste of the 1980s – Whole Lotta Shakin’ is a nostalgic celebration, jam-packed with feel-good rock’n’roll! Performing as Shakin’ Stevens, West End star Rebel Dean will guide you through a full audiovisual spectacular with his live band, including rare footage and images which tell the story of the rockin’ Welsh boy and his rise to chart-topping superstardom.

The show features unforgettable hits including GREEN DOOR, OH JULIE, YOU DRIVE ME CRAZY, and THIS OLE HOUSE! Sat 14th Aug, 7.30pm Tickets £25

Sun 25th July, 7.30pm Tickets £22.50 BOX OFFICE: 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com

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Francis Rossi I Talk Too Much

Jive Talkin

- LIVE IN CONCERT

Renowned as the original and ver y best Bee Gees tribute show and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that have actually performed with the original Bee Gees! In 1997 Gary & Darren from Jive Talkin performed LIVE on HEART FM with THE BEE GEES and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb......

Legendary Status Quo lead singer Francis Rossi will share the extraordinary secrets of his 50-plus years in rock’n’roll when he takes to the stage for an intimate evening of chat and music. In Francis Rossi: I Talk Too Much, the founder, lead singer and lead guitarist of Status Quo will talk about his mishaps and adventures of life on the road with one of the biggest and most loved bands ever.

For a truly amazing experience and an opportunity to hear all the great Bee Gees hits; Tragedy, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Stayin Alive, Jive Talkin, etc, in a 2 hour explosion of music and vocal harmony, this is a night not to be missed!

Fri 20th Aug, 7.30pm Tickets £23 - Concession £19

Rossi will be joined on stage by awardwinning writer and broadcaster Mick Wall, who has sold more than 1 million books.

Sun 15th Aug, 7.30pm - Tickets £30, £40 VIP & £75 Super VIP

SUN Records

Where Rock’n’Roll Was Born

A New Romantic Symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical Era’s of All Time – The Electrifying 80’s.

BALLET, THE HUMAN LEAGUE, ULTRAVOX, TEARS FOR FEARS, DEPECHE MODE, OMD, JAPAN, ABC, SOFT CELL and Many many More.

Featuring songs from now legendary artists such as DURAN DURAN, SPANDAU

Wed 18th Aug, 7.30pm Tickets £25.50

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The label that brought you Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Rufus Thomas and scores more rockin’ pioneers, comes to life live on stage. Revisit the recording studio where the distinctive Sun sound was crafted by musical visionary Sam Phillips.

His trailblazing Memphis studio brought us That’s Alright Mama, Great Balls of Fire, I Walk the Line, Whole Lotta Shakin’, Bear Cat, Blue Suede Shoes, Good Rockin’ Tonight...

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hundreds of hits that would influence the world of music. Featuring the musical instruments of the era, starring a multitalented cast of singers and a supporting cast of amazing musicians, the official concert show takes you back to the birthplace of rock’n’roll.

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COLDPLACE

Coldplace are a tribute band whose quality and experience on the tribute scene are second to none. In 12 years the band have over 600 gigs under their belts across the length and breadth of the UK and abroad in over twenty different countries worldwide..

The band are firmly established in many of the UK’s top tribute venues with repeat bookings year after year. They regularly tour Europe and have played in 22 different countries worldwide. Their adventures have lead them to appear on Sky News, BBC Radio One and Two and The Gadget Show and to have played at major festivals alongside Bob Geldof, KT Tunstall, Ringo Starr, The Kaiser Chiefs, Razorlight and Roxette to name but a few.

The UK & Europe’s Official No.1 multi-tribute concert, featuring live chart anthems from the most iconic 80s ar tists including Wham, Duran Duran, Erasure, Madonna, Adam Ant, Boy George, Soft Cell, The Human League, Dead or Alive, Kim Wilde, Cyndi Lauper, Gary Numan, and many more!

Fri 27th Aug, 7.30pm Tickets £23.50

Sun 22nd Aug, 7.30pm - Tickets £23.50 FOST £21.50 (not available online)

Cloudbusting The Music of Kate Bush

‘If you missed seeing Kate herself, Cloudbusting are the next best thing!’

Simon Mayo, BBC Radio 2.

Cloudbusting have been championed by BBC ONE as one of the most authentic tributes in the world. Their passion for Kate’s music has won over sceptical fans everywhere, challenging perceptions of what a tribute band can be and resulting in sell-out performances across the UK.

‘There can only be one Kate Bush’ says vocalist Mandy Watson, who never attempts to mimic Kate on stage. ‘When you sing her music the characters in the songs take over - they are what you become, not Kate. We’re just fans, amazed at this opportunity to perform this music we love so much’

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QUADROPHENIA - The Album

Live!

The Goldhawks return to Shanklin with their stunning live performance of The Who’s smash-hit concept album, Quadrophenia. This August Bank Holiday sees the show returning to Shanklin for the biggest Mod party ever! From the very first show it has received standing ovations selling out theatres all over the mainland and has gained over 160 five-star reviews in only 12 months!

Sun 29th Aug, 5pm Early bird tickets £18 - Standard price £22 - FOST £18 (not available online)

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Back to BACHARACH

Lucy Worsley A Very British Murder

Back to Bacharach celebrates the magical music of Burt Bacharach, one of the most accomplished popular composers of the 20th Century, who together with Hal David penned some of the most memorable and iconic hits that stand the test of time.

Sun 5th Sept, 7.30pm Tickets £24.50 FOST £23 (not available online)

An illustrated tour through the dark story of our fascination with murder, with renowned historian Lucy Worsley. Lucy has covered the history of this very British obsession in a book and BBC TV series. Here she shares its secrets and explores the history of this phenomenon in forensic detail, examining not only the crimes themselves but also how murder became a form of middleclass entertainment through novels, plays, artefacts and the press. From a Regency serial killer to Agatha Christie, this is the story of how crime was turned into art.

Hello Again

PRESENTED IN ASSOCIATION WITH CLIVE CONWAY PRODUCTIONS

Evocative imagery, video and narration enhance the magic, as the show takes you on a musical journey through Neil Diamond’s glittering 50 year career.

From The Bang Years to the present day you’ll soon be singing along to all the hits including Sweet Caroline, Cracklin’ Rosie, Forever in Blue Jeans, Song Sung Blue, Hello Again, Love on the Rocks, America and many more.

Fri 10th Sept, 7.30pm Tickets £26.50

Fri 3rd Sep, 7.30pm - Tickets £23 Concession £21 - FOST £21 (not available online)

Tina Live A Tribute Show To TINA TURNER

This fully live energetic show charts the life and career of one of the world’s iconic performers, Tina Turner, The Queen Of Rock.

Full of hits including Private Dancer, Nutbush City Limits, Proud Mary, River Deep Mountain High and Let’s Stay Together to name but a few, this show is the ultimate night out. Staring Julie Nevada as – TINA. Powerful vocals, live band, backing singers and fabulous professional dancers with electrifying dance routines makes, TINA LIVE, Simply The Best night out of the year! Please note: This production was originally titled The Tina Turner Experience. The best West End Show not in The West End – Gary Scott, BBC Radio Kent Sat 4th Sep, 7.30pm Tickets £22 - Concession £20 - Under 16’s £16 BOX OFFICE: 01983 868000 www.shanklintheatre.com

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FROM HACKNEY TO HOLLYWOOD

Gary Bland presents: From Hackney to Hollywood - For One Night Only Performing songs written and recorded

by Anthony Newley, one of the UK’s greatest international entertainers.

From a humble beginning in London’s East End, to a star on the West End stage, Broadway and Hollywood, Newley composing some of the most beautiful songs. Once married to Joan Collins, his personality and voice took him from pauper to superstar.

Sat 11th Sept, 7.30pm Tickets £22.50

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Back By Popular Demand at Shanklin Theatre! La Voix - The UK’s Funniest Red Head! Global Superstar La Voix’s show has become a phenomenon in many towns and cities around the world.

An improvised, unscripted audienceled show of embarrassing moments, celebrities, breakdowns, big profits, even bigger losses, historical journeys through time, world records, and disastrous TV

appearances!

“Excellent show...go for the laughs” Darlington & Stockton Times Sun 12th Sept, 3.00pm Tickets £18

Albert Lee

Twice Grammy Winner revered by both professional musicians and fans alike as one of the finest guitarists the world has ever seen. Ranging from soulful ballads to Rock n Roll, complemented by his great band this is a show not to be missed.

Co-writer of Country Boy and always in great demand by other artistes Albert has appeared on 4 of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads festivals. The Rock and Roll Hall of fame Concert, paying homage to The Everly Brothers.

Tues 21st Sept, 7.30pm Tickets £27

2020 sees La Voix’s most glamorous show yet taking the UK by storm.

La Voix has packed it by the case load and is heading to (town name) with her incredible musicians for an unforgettable evening! Expect side splitting comedy, huge vocals, mesmerising impressions of the world’s biggest divas and buckets full of energy.

Fri 24th Sept, 7.30pm Tickets £23.50 Concession £21.50 FOST £21.50 (not available online)

THE

KING IS BACK

Ben Portsmouth -The World’s Number One Elvis Tribute Artist. Ben, a multi talented musician, singer and songwriter had Elvis’s DNA in his blood from an early age. He looks like Elvis, sings like Elvis and has an on-stage charisma that has audiences believing at times they are watching the King himself.

Sat 25th Sept, 7.30pm Tickets £31 FOST £29 (not available online)

JOHN SUCHET

In this exceptional talk John reveals the man behind the 1812 Overture, Swan Lake and The Nutcracker. A complex and contradictory character, the sadness and emotional turmoil he suffered, the turbulent love life, the guilt and self-doubt - all these fed into some of the best-loved and most familiar music ever written.

Sensitively told and filled with touching detail, John brings to life the most natural tunesmith who ever lived.

Sunday 26th Sept, 7.30pm Tickets £15 - FOST £13.50 (not available online)

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