Located in the village of Wavendon, Buckinghamshire and only a few minutes’ drive from the centre of Milton Keynes, The Stables is one of the UK’s best-loved music venues – and a registered charity.
Founded by the world-famous jazz musicians Sir John Dankworth and Dame Cleo Laine in 1970, the venue presents more than 400 performances each year across all musical genres in our two venue spaces – the Jim Marshall Auditorium (capacity 398) and Stage 2 (capacity 80) – and welcomes more than 100,000 customers through its doors.
Learning and participation are central to The Stables’ activities, and our year-round programme of music-related workshops and courses offers a wealth of opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to develop their skills and experience.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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New shows which are open for public booking from Friday 16 May. Prior to this date Stables Friends have priority.
This event takes place in Stage 2 Denotes an education event or a concert with an associated education event. Ask Box Office for details.
This event takes place in Mancini Forum.
front cover artists
Peter White
Sunday 1 June, 8pm
£21
Peter White grew up in the English countryside, dreaming that one day he would travel the world playing music. That dream came true when he joined singer-songwriter-folkie Al Stewart’s band in 1975 on piano and guitar. Since then, he has toured the world playing his own unique style of music, but never forgetting to return to England to charm audiences and visit his old stomping grounds!
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Shakatak 12 Sep
Toby Lee
+ support from Isabella Coulstock
Tuesday 3 June, 8pm
£20.50
Toby Lee is an award-winning guitarist and vocalist whose music exudes a level of class and sophistication that belies his young age. With a number one record on the UK blues chart already under his belt, he released his first album of original compositions, House On Fire, in October last year.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Aynsley Lister 12 Jun
All Or Nothing Experience Concert Show
Wednesday 4 June, 8pm
£31
After three sell-out tours and a successful West End run of All Or Nothing: The Mod Musical, the show’s multi-talented cast visit The Stables with the All Or Nothing Experience Concert Show, celebrating the music of the iconic mod band Small Faces. After the interval, they perform a sensational selection of groovy, soulful 1960s hits by the era’s best-loved artists.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Kast Off Kinks 21 Feb 2026
The Fizz
+ support from Lilac Fall
Thursday 5 June, 8pm
£38.50
Cheryl Baker and Jay Aston – two iconic names in Eurovision history – were members of the Eurovision-winning group Bucks Fizz, now known as The Fizz. Mike Nolan recently retired but Cheryl and Jay have been joined by Matthew Pateman and Nikk Mager. With more than 20 hits under their belts, The Fizz continue to astound audiences with their vocal prowess.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS : Nik Kershaw 28 Sep
George Lewis: The Best Thing You’ll Ever Do
Wednesday 11 June, 8pm
£18.50
Stand-up comedian George Lewis has racked up millions of views for his hilarious online sketches about the big things in life, like watching a David Beckham documentary or the excruciating experience of doing a jigsaw with your kid. Now he brings his new stand-up show to the stage. It won’t just be about parenting, though, because he has done loads this year. He’s bought a new hoover, watched some more stuff on Netflix… loads.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Mark Watson 12 Oct
Aynsley Lister
Thursday 12 June, 8pm
£23.50
Featured in Total Guitar’s 2024 Greatest Blues Guitarists Of All Time readers poll, Aynsley Lister is considered by many to be one of the most exciting contemporary blues guitarists around today. Aynsley’s passion for music crosses genres, effortlessly combining blues, soul, Americana, rock and sometimes even pop elements. Expect an evening of fan favourites from his extensive back catalogue mixed with newer material.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: King King 8 Oct
The History of Rock
Friday 13 June, 8pm
£32
This high-energy tribute show takes audiences on a thrilling ride through the history of rock – and this time the spotlight is turned on Led Zeppelin, as they headline the ultimate rock concert line-up. Experience this iconic music brought back to life by an exceptional band consisting of some of the world’s finest musicians and performers.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Ultimate Classic Rock Show 6 & 7 Sep
Peggy Seeger: Final Farewell Tour
Saturday 14 June, 8pm
£24
Peggy Seeger, the grande dame of American and British folk music, embarks on her final concert tour alongside her sons Neill and Calum MacColl, in celebration of her 90th birthday. Peggy has been performing for more than 75 years and tonight she showcases some of her best-loved songs from across her extraordinary career, as well as new material from her final album.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Richard Digance 18 Sep
The LP Swing Orchestra
with Matt Ford & Nicola Emmanuelle
Sunday 15 June, 8pm
£32
The LP Swing Orchestra are one of the UK’s most popular big bands. Tonight, they trace the development of the big band sound from Louis Armstrong’s New Orleans Band and the Paul Whiteman Orchestra, through the golden age of Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Glenn Miller, to the contemporary tracks of Michael Bublé and Harry Connick Jr.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Pasadena Roof Orchestra 16 Sep
Sara Pascoe: I Am A Strange Gloop (tour
Monday 16 June, 8pm
preview)
£20
Join comedian Sara Pascoe as she warms up ahead of her major new UK tour! Have you ever been awake in the middle of the night and thought something so smart and astute that you couldn’t wait for the world to wake up so you could tell them? This show is that thought. In that it doesn’t make much sense and is a bit weird on reflection.
(This show has been rescheduled from Monday 19 May.)
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Jenny Éclair 19 Sep
The Longest Johns: The Pieces of Eight Tour
Tuesday 17 June, 8pm
£26
Known for their rousing sea shanties and maritime tunes, The Longest Johns have captivated audiences across the world. Their upcoming UK tour promises to deliver the same powerful energy that fans have come to love and coincides with the release of the band’s latest album, Pieces of Eight.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Le Vent Du Nord 22 Jul
An Evening Without Kate Bush
Wednesday 18 June, 8pm
£25
Howl with the Hounds of Love and dance on the moors with Wuthering Heights! She’s not there – but you are. Whether you’ve been a fan for decades or recently joined the shoal via the Stranger Things phenomenon, celebrate at this joyful, unique and mind-blowing show. Sarah-Louise Young and co-creator Russell Lucas pay glorious homage to the music, fans and mythology of one of the most influential voices in British music.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Cloudbusting 4 Sep
Last remaining tickets
Last remaining tickets
Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain: 40th Anniversary Concert
Thursday 19 June, 8pm
£44
Formed as the antidote to mindless pop, what is the secret of UOGB’s longevity? Perhaps it’s the menagerie of voices in a collision of post-punk performance and toe-tapping classics. Or the fact that there are no drums, pianos, backing tracks, guitars or banjos, no pitch shifters or electronic trickery. Come and celebrate the 40th anniversary of this much-loved institution.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Vitamin String Quartet 17 Sep
Roy Orbison & the Traveling Wilburys Experience
Friday 20 June, 8pm
£29
Enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment jam-packed with nonstop hits, big-screen action, expert narrative and a whole lot of fun. You’ll be taken on a journey through several decades of pop as the band celebrate the music of Jeff Lynne’s ELO, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and The Beatles’ George Harrison.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Hello Again: Tribute to Neil Diamond 31 Aug
Northern Soul Live
featuring Stefan Taylor with special guest Lorraine Silver
Saturday 21 June, 8pm
£32
Don’t miss the UK’s premier Northern Soul show that’s sweeping the nation! This two-hour spectacular features an electrifying and highly talented 10-piece band performing in their own signature style, along with special guest vocalists from the Northern Soul scene.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Real Thing 1 Nov
Are You Experienced?: Tribute to Jimi Hendrix
Sunday 22 June, 8pm
£22.50
Are You Experienced? are now in their 29th year together and in that time have firmly established themselves as Europe’s leading Hendrix tribute. The band continue to enjoy bringing Jimi’s music to a new and eager audience as well as to those who remember him the first time around.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Classic Clapton Unplugged 27 Sep
Lady Maisery and Jimmy Aldridge & Sid Goldsmith: Wakefire – A Midsummer Celebration
Tuesday 24 June, 8pm
£25
Having bewitched audiences with their much-loved wintertime show, two of the most engaging and inventive acts on the English folk scene – Lady Maisery and duo Jimmy Aldridge and Sid Goldsmith – return with their next hotly anticipated alchemic collaboration: an essential incantation to long summer days and effervescent nights.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Eliza Carthy & Jon Boden 11 Dec
Scummy Mummies
Wednesday 25 & Thursday 26 June, 8pm
£25.50
Mums’ Night Out! Helen and Ellie are back with a new comedy show that will have you laughing till you wee. From menopause to mansplaining, teenagers to Tinder, no subject is safe. Featuring brand new songs, sketches, stand-up and, of course, sparkly new catsuits. Bring your mates, bring your mum, bring your partner if they’re feeling brave enough... it’s a big Scummy party!
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Yuck Circus 18 & 19 Jul
Alfie Moore: A Face For Radio
Friday 27 June, 8pm
£22.50
Thirty years of shift work, initially in the Sheffield steelworks and then as a copper on the beat, have left Alfie Moore with ‘a face for radio’. A face not so much ‘lived in’ as inhabited by a settlement of squatters with little regard to property maintenance and repair. In his 40s, a surprising career shift turned middleaged Alfie from street cop to BBC radio star. But when TV fame beckoned, could he grasp it, or was he past it? LIKE
Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Saturday 28 June, 7.30pm
£31
The world-famous Grimethorpe Colliery Band perform a programme of classic brass band repertoire and music from the film Brassed Off, alongside newer works and some entertaining solos. The band have been national and British Open champions many times.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Brighouse & Rastrick Band 8 Nov
Simon Amstell
+ support
Sunday 29 June, 8pm
£29.50
Simon Amstell headlines this very special evening of comedy! Simon is a comedian, presenter, screenwriter and director. His stand-up special, Set Free, is available on Netflix and he has fronted hugely popular programmes such as Channel 4’s Popworld and Never Mind The Buzzcocks for BBC Two. Two fantastic support comedians will be joining Simon on the night – names to be announced soon!
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Simon Evans 4 Dec
Sophie B. Hawkins
+ support from Belinda O’Hooley
Monday 30 June, 8pm
£27
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Sophie B. Hawkins embarks on a new voyage to the melodic shores of Whaler as its timeless songs re-emerge on stage in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the album’s release. It was the follow up to her platinum debut album Tongues and Tails which earned her a Grammy Award nomination for Best New Artist in 1993.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Lucy Spraggan 25 Jul
A Complete Unknown
Tuesday 1 July, 7.30pm
15
£11 & £9, under-16s £10 & £8
Set in the influential New York music scene of the early 60s, A Complete Unknown follows 19-year-old Minnesota musician Bob Dylan’s (Timothée Chalamet) meteoric rise as a folk singer to concert halls and the top of the charts – his songs and mystique becoming a worldwide sensation – culminating in his groundbreaking electric rock and roll performance at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965. (141 mins)
Dad’s Army Radio Show
Wednesday 2 July, 8pm
£22.50 & £20
Two actors, two microphones, more than 25 characters – and lots of sound effects! The Dad’s Army Radio Show brings Jimmy Perry and David Croft’s classic BBC comedy to life in this highly acclaimed stage production. Three episodes of the popular sitcom are hilariously and lovingly enacted on stage by two master performers – complete with vintage music and all your favourite Perry and Croft characters and catchphrases.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Pasadena Roof Orchestra 16 Sep
Stella Cole: Showtime – Rain or Shine
Thursday 3 July, 8pm
£27.50
Upon first hearing Stella Cole sing, you are immediately struck by her rich tone and extraordinary vocal control. On her eagerly anticipated debut album, Stella interprets a collection of classics from the Great American Songbook – it makes for a very special recording, especially when these timeless stories are told honestly by an artist with an uncanny ability to transcend generations.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Hannah Brine 14 Jun
The Americana Revue
featuring Ben Mills
Friday 4 July, 8pm
The Americana Revue are hitting the road with an exciting new stage show celebrating many of the world’s best-loved Americana country rock artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Eagles, Tom Petty, Bob Dylan, Jackson Browne, James Taylor, Willie Nelson and The Traveling Wilburys.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Roy Orbison & The Traveling Wilburys Experience 20 Jun
Logicaltramp
Saturday 5 July, 8pm
£27
£26
Logicaltramp bring their own unique approach to the music of Supertramp – playing full-on, two-hour rock shows that include all of Supertramp’s greatest hits, all of their stand-out epic album tracks and even a few rarities for die-hard fans! The band have performed many special concerts in the UK and abroad and have received amazing reviews from Supertramp fans across the world.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Nearly Dan 11 Oct
New Amen Corner: Bringing On Back The 60s
Sunday 6 July, 8pm
£21.50
New Amen Corner have starred alongside some of the biggest artists to emerge from the 1960s, including Chris Farlowe, Cliff Bennett and Dave Berry. Join them for a fantastic evening as they perform more than two hours of the decade’s bestselling hits. With authentic visual accompaniment on the stunning large screen, you’re guaranteed an unforgettable night taking you back to the most iconic musical decade of all time.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: All Or Nothing Experience Concert Show 4 Jun
12+
Max Fulham
+ support
Friday 11 July, 8pm
£16.50
After starring in MK Theatre’s Christmas panto in 2024, Max Fulham is coming back to Milton Keynes with an evening of never-before-seen nonsense. Having amassed millions of online views with his signature brand of stand-up, Max is catapulting ventriloquism into the 21st century and is not to be missed! Expect talking ham, malfunctioning self-service checkouts and an inner monologue that just can’t be kept inside any more.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Paul Zerdin 13 Sep
The Christians
Saturday 12 July, 8pm
£36.50
Renowned for a string of soulful yet socially aware hits including Forgotten Town, Ideal World, Born Again, Harvest For The World, What’s In A Word and many more, The Christians enjoyed huge acclaim in the late 1980s and early 90s, both in the UK and Europe. The band are still headed by enigmatic lead singer Garry Christian who has only gained in vocal stature (and wit) over the years!
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Trevor Horn 23 Oct
Rock Experience Concert
Sunday 13 July, 7.30pm
£8
This concert showcases the bands that have come together as part of The Stables’ 2025 Rock Experience course. All performers have taken part in a series of workshops and rehearsals to develop their technique and rehearse material for their sets. Expect a wide range of rock and pop, from classics to modern hits, all chosen by the bands themselves.
Eve Selis & Friends
+ special guest Bob Harris
Tuesday 15 July, 8pm
£20
Eve Selis, a dynamic singer-songwriter from San Diego, California, has spent over three decades captivating audiences worldwide with her powerful voice and evocative storytelling. Eve’s deeply personal lyrics and soulful melodies strike a chord with listeners, providing comfort, hope and inspiration. Tonight she performs tracks from her latest album Dark Blue Sky.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Beth Nielsen Chapman & Judie Tzuke 30 Oct
John Robins
+ support
Wednesday 16 July, 8pm
£26.50
The winner of Taskmaster season 17 and Edinburgh Comedy award-winner John Robins presents a very special evening of himself and his comedy chums. John has appeared on Mock The Week (BBC2), Live At The Apollo (BBC2), Live From The BBC (BBC3) and Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled Series (Dave). John’s special guests will be announced very soon!
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Mark Watson 12 Oct
Milton Keynes Music Centre End of Year Concert
Thursday 17 July, 7pm
£12 adults, £6 children
The MK Music Centre End of Year Concert features its senior groups, the Youth Orchestra, Wind Orchestra and String Orchestra. All the groups rehearse weekly and perform termly, as well as at the Music for Youth Festival. They will be performing a wide variety of music including works by Bizet, Massenet and Dvorak as well as a selection from Chorus Line.
Fleetwood Bac
Friday 1 & Saturday 2 August, 8pm
£27.50; book for both performances and save money Fleetwood Bac are the world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac tribute band. The sound, the look and the on-stage chemistry are all portrayed with the passion and energy that have won the seal of approval from Mac fans. Friday’s show features the Rumours album in its entirety. Saturday’s show features classic selections from the multi-million-selling album Tango In The Night.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Talon, Best of Eagles 26 & 27 Nov
Alan Fletcher Band
Sunday 3 August, 8pm
£25
Alan Fletcher is a household name in the UK through his portrayal of Dr Karl Kennedy in the popular Australian drama Neighbours. Thousands of people also know Alan’s work as a successful musician, first as a rock artist with his band Waiting Room and most recently as a fine Americana and alt/country singer-songwriter. Alan and the band return to the UK for a 32date tour promoting his upcoming album Back To School.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Fargo Railroad Co. 17 Oct
Live/Wire: Tribute to AC/DC
Friday 29 August, 8pm
£30.50
Arguably the greatest rock band of all time, AC/DC are brought to life by Live/Wire with all the passion you would expect from professional musicians who share your love for this legendary live act. It’s a show that takes fans from one of the bestselling albums of all time, Back In Black, through to the band’s 2020 release PWR/UP, with a healthy dose of classics from the Bon Scott era along the way.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Wishbone Ash 14 & 15 October
Solstice
+ support from Ebony Buckle
Saturday 30 August, 8pm
£25
With the beguiling presence of vocalist Jess Holland, Solstice have become the band to catch live this year. With a string of high-profile festival appearances including Glastonbury and Milan, the band’s star continues its rapid ascendance. The 2023 album Light Up maintained this upward trajectory, bringing their music to an ever-growing audience.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Blackheart Orchestra 31 Oct
Hello Again: Tribute to Neil Diamond
Sunday 31 August, 8pm
£34
With evocative imagery, video and narration to enhance the magic, this great show takes you on a musical journey through Neil Diamond’s glittering 50-year career. From The Bang Years of the 1960s to the present day, you’ll soon find yourself singing to all the hits including Sweet Caroline, Cracklin’ Rosie, Forever In Blue Jeans, Love On The Rocks, America and many more.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Talon 26 & 27 Nov
Adam Kay: A Particularly Nasty Case
Monday 1 September, 8pm
£33.50, includes a copy of A Particularly Nasty Case
Join Bafta-winning writer and comedian Adam Kay for an evening of hilarious and horrifying anecdotes, as well as a unique insight into the British healthcare system. Adam will be joined in conversation by another famous face (unless they cancel at the last-minute) who will act as your guide throughout the evening as Adam launches his debut crime novel, A Particularly Nasty Case.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Mark Steel 23 Sep
Bootleg Blondie
Thursday 11 September, 8pm
£25
There aren’t many tribute bands that can say they’ve been endorsed by the original group, but Bootleg Blondie are one of them. The only Blondie tribute to play on some of the same stages as Debbie Harry and co., from the world-famous CBGBs in New York to the Isle of Wight Festival, Bootleg Blondie have earned their credentials on an international level.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Abba Forever 5 Sep
Shakatak
Friday 12 September, 8pm
£27.50
1980s hitmakers Shakatak return to one of their favourite UK venues. They’ll be playing songs you remember from over the years such as Night Birds and Down On The Street alongside new material. Join original members Bill Sharpe, Jill Saward, Roger Odell and George Anderson for a night of jazz funk at its very best.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Peter White 1 Jun
Paul Zerdin: Jaw-Drop
Saturday 13 September, 8pm
£25
Get ready for a night of laughter and jaw-dropping entertainment with ventriloquist Paul Zerdin. The show brings to life a delightful cast of characters including Sam, the cocky teenager; Albert, the 96-year-old with a razor-sharp wit, and the Baby, who hilariously believes the world revolves around him. A former winner of America’s Got Talent, Paul promises an evening of top-notch stand-up comedy and ventriloquism.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Max Fulham 11 Jul
Zervas & Pepper:
This Flight Tonight, The Songs of Joni Mitchell
Sunday 14 September, 8pm
£27.50
An intimate acoustic tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell featuring a performance of her beloved album Blue in its entirety. Zervas & Pepper are a five-piece band based around Welsh singer-songwriters Paul Zervas and Kathryn Pepper. The second set is a journey through Joni’s first eight albums, featuring many of her most enduring songs.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Cloudbusting 4 Sep
Pasadena Roof Orchestra
Tuesday 16 September, 8pm
£29.50
Step back in time with the UK’s favourite dance band as they bring the glamour and charm of the roaring 1920s and the elegant 1930s to life. Featuring timeless melodies from legendary American composers including Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and George Gershwin, alongside hits from the iconic British dance bands of the era, this unforgettable performance captures the spirit of a golden age of music.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Syd Lawrence Orchestra 2 Nov
Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton and Beyond
Wednesday 17 September. 8pm
£33.50
On their latest tour, VSQ have created fresh arrangements of the cultural phenomenon that is Taylor Swift, performing spellbinding and innovative renditions of Swift’s music, alongside familiar hits from Billie Eilish, BTS, Bridgerton, The Weekend to Daft Punk. VSQ are one of the most popular string ensembles in the world.
Promoted by Senbla
Richard Digance
Thursday 18 September, 8pm
£21
2025 sees Richard Digance still going strong and performing at selected venues as well as spending more time in his studio composing soundtrack music. Richard is a Bafta-nominated entertainer and a recipient of The Gold Award from The British Academy of Composers and Songwriters. He has also won a Sony Award and is one of only three British folk singers mentioned in The Virgin Anthology of Songwriters.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Peggy Seeger 14 Jun
Jenny Eclair: Jokes, Jokes, Jokes, Live!
Friday 19 September, 7.30pm
£27.50
In celebration of the release of her hilarious memoir of the same name, comedian, novelist and professional show-off Jenny Eclair comes to venues nationwide with a brand-new autobiographical show. Still gigging to sell-out crowds, Jenny invites you to look back at what she can remember before she forgets everything. Warning: punk poetry, animal impressions and baritone nursery rhyme singing may feature.
Help Nick Cope find his beloved bobble hat in this musical hour filled with all your favourite Nick Cope hits. Nick has been writing and recording his beautiful and unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years. He has a magical way of reaching into people’s hearts, igniting children’s imaginations in an unpatronising, educational and fun way.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Stick Man 16 Dec – 4 Jan 2026
Jake Lambert: The Sunshine Kid
Saturday 20 September, 8pm
£15.50
Jake Lambert is going on his first national tour. Described as “a joke machine” by the Telegraph, the show sees the comedian talk about trying to navigate his way through everyday life, why he has a fear of being normal and asking why we all feel the need to ask strangers what breed their dogs are. Jake’s style of non-stop gag-filled storytelling has seen him appear on Live At The Apollo, Comedy Central and Dave.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Mark Watson 12 Oct
Georgia Mancio Quartet
Sunday 21 September, 11.30am
£16.50
Multi-award-winning jazz vocalist, lyricist and producer Georgia Mancio celebrates her 25th anniversary in music. A supreme storyteller, Georgia’s authentic performances have won her two Parliamentary Jazz Awards (Best Vocalist 2021, Best Album 2020), and nominations at the Jazz FM, British Jazz and Urban Music Awards.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Mark Crooks Organ Quartet 19 Oct
Mark Steel: The Leopard In My House
Tuesday 23 September, 8pm
£20.50
Join multi award-winning writer and comedian Mark Steel for his new tour The Leopard In My House. The topic? His battle with throat cancer. A battle he is winning (thankfully) and which only his rapier wit could fashion a comedy tour show out of. Cancer has done nothing to dull Mark’s acute political observations or quash his energy: you will laugh, you will cry, but you’ll laugh again, and again and again.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Simon Evans 4 Dec
Josie Long: Now Is The Time Of Monsters
Wednesday 24 September, 8pm
£24.50
A new show about extinct, gigantic, charismatic megafauna from three-time Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated comedian Josie Long. In these troubled times, it can feel like apocalypse is everywhere, but did you know 11,000 years ago there were some really big armadillos? Really big. And they were vegetarian so don’t even worry about them.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Lou Sanders 20 Jul
City Funk Orchestra
Thursday 25 September, 8pm
£27.50
City Funk Orchestra’s sound centres around the soul and funk ‘golden age’ of the 1970s, 80s and 90s. CFO’s own material blends seamlessly with the big dancefloor fillers they have made their own. The band features two of the UK’s best soul singers: Imaani (longtime lead singer with jazz funk legends Incognito), and from the amazing Angelo Starr, brother of soul music luminary Edwin Starr.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Real Thing 1 Nov
Babatunde Aleshe: High Expectations
Friday 26 September, 8pm
£21
Baba’s back on tour! Join the multi-award-winning comedian as he guides us through family life, his new-found fame and the joys of Costco in this hilarious new stand-up show. As seen on Taskmaster (C4), Live At The Apollo (BBC), Celebrity Gogglebox (C4), Would I Lie To You (BBC) and The Last Leg (C4).
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Stephen K Amos 8 Nov
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Classic Clapton Unplugged
Saturday 27 September, 8pm
£18.50
Mike Hall and Adam Howells from Classic Clapton, the world’s number one Eric Clapton tribute band, perform a rare acoustic concert. The show is based around Slowhand’s album Eric Clapton Unplugged which won numerous Grammies and was responsible for his resurgence as a world superstar in the 90s.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Talon 26 & 27 Nov
Nik Kershaw: Musings & Lyrics
Sunday 28 September, 8pm
£37.50
Nik Kershaw exploded onto the UK pop scene in 1984 with a string of global hit singles and he performed at Live Aid in 1985. Now he’s ready to look back at his career with an intimate evening to coincide with the release of his new book. Expect songs, stories and silliness from one of the nation’s most-loved performers.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Roachford 26 Jul
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Pasadena Roof Orchestra 16 Sep 16+
Baga Chipz: Chip Off The Old Block Tour
Monday 29 September, 8pm
£27.50; meet and greet tickets £14, must be bought in conjunction with show ticket
Join Baga Chipz and friends as she rocks up to The Stables! Expect an evening of big band ballads, disco classics and songs you’d sing down the pub. If you ain’t a fan of foul jokes and absolute smut, then walk on by as this X-rated comedy extravaganza is not one for the faint hearted!
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: A Night with La Voix 21 Jul
The Pocket Ellington
featuring Tony Kofi & Alan Barnes
Tuesday 30 September, 8pm
£20
The Pocket Ellington manage what ought to be impossible –creating a classic Ellingtonian sound with just four horns and a rhythm section. Expect an evening of great numbers from the 1930s and 40s – Main Stem, Mood Indigo, Cotton Tail and many more.
Close Up KS2 Schools Concert
featuring Ensemble 360 and presenter
Tuesday 7 October, performances at 11am & 1pm
Tickets £8; (concert lasts approximately 60 minutes) free teachers ticket with For ages 7-11/KS2 every 10 seats booked
Ensemble 360 with Jasdeep Singh Degun
Tuesday 7 October, 8pm
Take a tour through the wondrous world of chamber music, specially created for young audiences, combining well-known classical favourites with new works from surprising places. This concert for Key Stage 2 includes thrilling musical adventures told through music, cheeky characters and epic heroes, mind-blowing musical games and the chance to join in and make music together.
The concert includes extracts from: Schubert’s String Quartet in D Minor ‘Death And The Maiden’, Stravinsky Three Pieces, Haydn’s Op.33 No.3
‘Russian Quartet’ and Mozart’s String Quartet In E Flat (full repertoire list is available on stables.org)
Classroom resources to support the concert are available from www.musicintheround.co.uk/ resources/
£27.50 & £26, under-16s £11
Jasdeep Singh Degun is one of the world’s finest exponents of the sitar. His many collaborations with players from both Indian and western classical traditions have earned him many plaudits and prizes, including two prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society awards in 2024.
Jasdeep embarks on an exciting new collaboration with the string players of Ensemble 360 to mark the group’s 20th birthday. Tonight he performs a selection of his own works including Veer, Abbha, Rageshri, Arya MII and Lament
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Alina Orchestra 19 Oct
King King + support from Laura Evans
Wednesday 8 October, 8pm
£29.50
King King is a name synonymous not only with great music and outstanding musicianship, but also with having a good time, every time. When the band’s irrepressible frontman Alan Nimmo walks out on stage wearing his trademark kilt and a smile as wide as Glasgow’s River Clyde, there is no doubt in anyone’s mind that they are in for one of the best nights of their life.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Aynsley Lister 12 Jun
Gary & Robbie Live in Concert
Thursday 9 October, 8pm
£33.50
Two of the UK’s finest tribute artists come together for an unforgettable evening of Barlow, Williams and Take That classics. Jon Fisher and Dan Budd have an astonishing likeness to the artists they portray, and their stage performances and vocals are breathtaking. Jon and Dan are joined by their live band for a show that will leave you imagining the real deal is right in front of your eyes.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Coldplace 3 & 4 Apr 2026
Ruby Turner
Friday 10 October, 8pm
£27.50
One of the UK’s best-loved soul divas stops by for an upcloseand-personal night at The Stables. Expect to hear plenty of those earthy, warm, heart-rending ballads with which she made her name, along with a selection of Ruby’s own songs.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Real Thing 1 Nov
Rubbish Shakespeare Company & The Silly History Boys: The Story Forge
Saturday 11 October, 2pm
£13.50, under-16s £11
Who is the God of dog poo bags? How did the microwave get its ping? What ancient crime was Marmite the punishment for… And why was it inflicted on us? Two senior academics of history and rather silly men, Professor Doctor Lee Hithersay and Doctor Professor Robert Rhys Bond, forge three new myths from the unhinged minds of their audience – and a boatload of cardboard props!
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Rubbish Romeo & Juliet 26 Jul
AT
THE STABLES
Alina Orchestra, Milton Keynes’ professional orchestra, return to The Stables for a series of four exciting concerts. Book for the whole series* and save money on your tickets!
A Night in Old Vienna
Sunday 19 Oct, 7.30pm
Mozart Overture to Marriage of Figaro
Haydn
Trumpet Concerto in E-flat major
Schubert Ballet Music from Rosamunde
Beethoven
Soloist
Symphony No.8
Crispian Steel-Perkins, Trumpet
Conductor Hilary Davan Wetton
Reflections of the Seasons
Mozart
Handel / Halvirssen
Saturday 7 Feb 2026, 7.30pm
Divertimento in D major
Passacaglia for Violin and Cello
Haydn Cello Concerto in C major
Recomposed by Max Richter Vivaldi, The Four Seasons
Soloists
Sacred and Profane
John Mills, Violin & Bozidar Vukotic, Cello
Saturday 18 Apr 2026, 7.30pm
Elgar Introduction and Allegro Mahler Adagietto (from Symphony 5)
Strauss Duet Concertino for Clarinet and Bassoon (The Princess and the Bear)
Holst St Paul’s Suite
Vaughan Williams
Five Variants of Dives and Lazarus
Debussy Danse sacreé et profane (Sacred and Profane Dances)
Soloists Helen Paskins, Clarinet & Patrick Bolton, Bassoon
Conductor Hilary Davan Wetton
Music from the Masters
Mozart
Beethoven
Saturday 13 Jun 2026, 7.30pm
Symphony no. 33
Piano Concerto No.2
Haydn Symphony No.88
Soloist Antoine Préat, Piano
Conductor Hilary Davan Wetton
Ticket information
Book for all four concerts* and save more than 10% on the cost of your tickets!
£110 central seating area and balconies
£90 side seating areas
INDIVIDUAL CONCERT PRICES
£31.50 central seating area and balconies
£25.50 side seating areas
Under-16s £11
*concerts must be booked in the same transaction to qualify for series discount
Nerina Pallot: All Roads Lead To
Saturday 18 October, 8pm
£25
Nerina Pallot, the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter known for her heartfelt lyrics and soul-stirring melodies, returns with her eighth studio album, A Psalm for Emily Salvi. Released in November, the record is a deeply personal endeavour, both a love letter to those who have supported her over the years and a tribute to the power of music in the face of adversity.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Eve Selis 15 Jul
Mark Crooks Organ Quartet
Sunday 19 October, 11.30am
£16.50
Much in demand as both leader and sideman, Mark Crooks works in a wide variety of musical settings including jazz, big band, classical, shows and recording sessions on clarinet and saxophone. Joining Mark will be Pete Whittaker (organ), Colin Oxley (guitar) and Matt Home (drums).
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Paul Higgs 16 Nov
Alina Orchestra: A Night In Old Vienna
Sunday 19 October, 7.30pm
£31.50 & £25.50, under-16s £11
Mozart Marriage of Figaro: Overture K.492
Haydn Trumpet Concerto, E-flat major
Schubert Ballet Music from Rosamunde, D.797
Beethoven Symphony no.8, op.93, F major
Soloist Crispian Steele-Perkins, Trumpet
Conductor Hilary Davan Wetton
Alina’s 2025/26 season opens with internationally acclaimed trumpeter Crispian Steele-Perkins performing Haydn’s much-loved trumpet concerto, which was first performed in Vienna 1800.
The Orchestra also perform Beethoven’s Symphony No.8 which shows the lighter side of the composer, a Mozart masterpiece first performed in Vienna in 1786, and Schubert’s Ballet Music from the play Rosamunde, which premiered in Vienna in 1823.
Delvon Lamar Organ Trio
+ support from DJ Snowboy
Monday 20 October, 8pm
£26
The Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio specialise in the lost art of ‘feel good music’. The ingredients of this intoxicating cocktail include a big helping of the 1960s organ jazz stylings of Jimmy Smith and Baby Face Willette, a pinch of the snappy soul strut of Booker T. & The M.G.’s and The Meters and sprinkles of Motown Records, Stax Records, blues, and cosmic Jimi Hendrix-style guitar.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: City Funk Orchestra 25 Sep
The Cavern Beatles
Tuesday 21 October, 8pm
£27.50
On 9 February 1961, The Beatles made the first of their 292 appearances at the now legendary Cavern Club in Liverpool. More than 60 years on, The Cavern Beatles, a band fully endorsed and licensed by the same club, are coming to The Stables with their remarkable show. Get ready for a Magical History Tour through the works of the world’s greatest ever pop music phenomenon.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Best of Queen 20 Nov
Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2 – There’s No Bloke Without Fire
Wednesday 22 October, 8pm
£20.50
Basic Bloke 2 is Geoff Norcott’s first tour under a Labour government, so he’s got plenty to get off his chest! Geoff’s also taking advantage of the rediscovered tolerance towards jokes being jokes to tell you what he really thinks. How much he judges people. Bad parents, people who eat too much, anyone who wears a dressing gown beyond 9am… it’s fair to say the gloves are off.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Lee Hurst 2 Dec
Trevor Horn: Adventures in Modern Recording
Thursday 23 October, 8pm Super VIP £84.50, VIP £49.50, £32.50
From Seal to Frankie Goes to Hollywood, from ABC to Yes, and from Robbie Williams to Pet Shop Boys, Trevor Horn has been at the heart of some of Britain’s most important pop music of the past 50 years. Following the publication of his bestselling memoir, Adventures In Modern Recording: From ABC to ZTT, Trevor talks about his exploits as a bona fide pop legend.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Christians 12 Jul
Van Morrison Alumni Band
Friday 24 October, 8pm
£35
Experience Van Morrison’s greatest hits live! The Van Morrison Alumni Band features his former touring and recording musicians who are reuniting to perform classic tracks including Brown Eyed Girl and Moondance. Led by saxophonist Leo Green, a longtime friend and collaborator, this is a must-see for any Van fan.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Classic Clapton 27 Sep
Family Fun Day
Come and enjoy a day of creative fun for children and their grown-ups! We’ll be announcing more activities soon, but for now, book up for this wonderful mini-musical…
Little Seeds Music present
Cinderella Ice Cream Seller 5+
Saturday 25 October, 1.30pm £7
Get your dessert spoons ready for a tale of perseverance, princes, palace balls, glass slippers and, um, ice cream?
Over the past four decades, Cinderella’s has become the kingdom’s most beloved ice cream company, with a parlour on every street corner. But how did a humble street seller with not a penny to her name end up as a multimillionaire business woman with her own ice cream empire?
Perfect for children and families alike, this exciting musical retelling of a fairytale classic promises a delightful blend of storytelling, stunning live music and theatrical magic
Gordon Giltrap & John Etheridge: 2 Parts Guitar
Saturday 25 October, 8pm
£25
Following the success of their 2024 tour, guitar supremos Gordon Giltrap and John Etheridge join forces again and return for an unforgettable evening of top-class musicianship. These innovative guitarists will be performing many of their wonderful songs with incredible arrangements in what promises to be an electrifying show.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS : Albert Lee 7 Jul
Rave On: The Ultimate 50s & 60s Experience
starring The Bluejays
Sunday 26 October, 8pm
£29.50
Charting the meteoric rise of rock’n’roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour through music’s most revolutionary decade. Prepare to be enthralled by an evening of back-to-back hits, vibrant vintage costumes and colourful staging. Featuring note-perfect renditions of the most-loved songs from the 1950s and 60s, Rave On is performed by an incredibly talented band.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: New Amen Corner 6 Jul
An Evening with John Illsley: The Life and Times of Dire Straits
Monday 27 October, 8pm
£36 & £33.50
Along with Mark Knopfler, bass player John Illsley was a founder member of Dire Straits. The evening features classics from the band’s catalogue and a Q & A led by Paul Cummins (ex-Dire Straits management). John will be joined on stage by fellow musicians from his band to perform classic tracks including Money for Nothing, Brothers in Arms, Romeo and Juliet and Sultans of Swing.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Dire Streets 24 Jan 2026
Francis Rossi’s Songs From The Status Quo Songbook
Tuesday 28 October, 8pm Super VIP £104.50, £64.50, £44.50
Francis Rossi is extending his UK tour with 30 new dates. These shows feature songs he’s not played before in this stripped-back format and offer tales about making more than 100 appearances on Top Of The Pops, why the band went on first at Live Aid and misadventures across the world.
Promoted by AEG
Julie Fowlis
Wednesday 29 October, 8pm
£31
Hailing from the Outer Hebrides and now based in the Highlands, Julie Fowlis is a multi-award-winning singer whose music is deeply influenced by the Hebridean islands she grew up in. Julie was voted Musician of the Year at the Scots Trad Music Awards 2023 and she has enjoyed a career spanning several studio albums and numerous high-profile collaborations. Her ‘crystalline’ and ‘intoxicating’ vocals have enchanted audiences around the world.
Kim Carnie 27 Sep
Beth Nielsen Chapman & Judie Tzuke with Strings
Thursday 30 October, 8pm
£44.50
Join two of the most revered female singer-songwriters for an evening of unparalleled music. Appearing together on stage for the first time, Beth and Judie perform songs such as Stay With Me Till Dawn, Sand and Water, Bring The Rain, This Kiss as well as their stunning collaboration, Safe
Promoted by RLN Music
Lindisfarne
Friday 31 October, 8pm
£37.50
The Stables are delighted to welcome back legendary 70s folkrock pioneers Lindisfarne. With a repertoire of unforgettable songs including Meet Me On The Corner, Fog On The Tyne, Lady Eleanor and Run For Home, and a reputation for live performance second to none, Lindisfarne’s power to galvanise festival and concert audiences remains undimmed and is guaranteed to get the crowd on their feet and singing along.
Christmas Fun at The Stables
Freckle Productions present Stick Man based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler
For full performance schedule, visit stables.org
Tuesday 16 December – Sunday 4 January 2026 Tickets from £15.50
“Wonderfully exuberant and imaginative! Our three-year-old was engrossed from start to finish.”
Time Out Critics’ Choice
Touching, funny and utterly original, Freckle Productions’ delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man is back in town!
What starts off as a morning jog becomes quite the misadventure for Stick Man – a dog wants to play fetch with him, a swan builds a nest with him and he even ends up on a fire! How will Stick Man ever get back to the family tree?
This award-winning production from the team behind Zog and Zog and the Flying Doctors features a trio of top actors and is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves. Running time approximately 60 minutes. Suitable for all ages.
Sam Carter
Friday 6 June, 8.45pm
£16.50
Sam Carter is a BBC Folk Award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist renowned for his narrative-rich songwriting. Sam’s music reflects a blend of traditional English folk, shapenote singing and rock. His live performances are nothing short of captivating, filled with the raw honesty, humour and skilled musicianship that underscore his standing as one of contemporary folk’s brightest talents.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Steve Knightley 3 Dec
Ashnaa
Saturday 7 June, 8.45pm
£18.50
Tamil-British singer Ashnaa, influenced by her Carnatic roots, blends R&B, Neo-Soul, Carnatic and jazz to create unique sounds. Since sharing her music on social media in 2019, she has performed globally, including leading the award-winning opera Orpheus by Opera North in 2022. Last year she toured with 3rd Culture Collective, playing prestigious venues such as Jazz Cafe, and sold out her first headline show, Ashnaa Unplugged, at Chelsea Theatre.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Ensemble 360 with Jasdeep Singh Degun 7 Oct
Lowri Evans
Wednesday 11 June, 8.45pm
£16.50
Described by BBC Radio 2’s Bob Harris as “one of his absolute favourite artists”, Lowri Evans’ performances are capable of wide emotional power, her songs taking their musical colours from a broad palette that includes Americana, folk, country and blues. Last year Lowri joined Tom McRae on his autumn tour, performing at The Stables for the first time. She’s now making a welcome return to perform her own headline show.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Eve Selis 15 Jul
The Nevers
Friday 13 June, 8.45pm
£13.50
With unforgettable melodies, drumbeats that don’t let you stand still and epic guitar solos, The Nevers prove that rock music still isn’t finished! This four-piece emerged in the late summer of 2024, providing fans with a wide selection of memorable songs that’ll stay with you forever. The band’s eagerly anticipated debut EP, Give Me A Call, is due for release soon.
Hannah Brine
Saturday 14 June, 8.45pm
£16.50
Singer-songwriter Hannah Brine brings the gorgeous songs from her new album Blue Sky Now to The Stables. Inspired by the Great American Songbook, and with a voice and songwriting style likened to Carole King, Norah Jones and Rumer, Hannah writes and performs lush ballads and lively jazz anthems, telling tales of growth and change, of life and loss.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Stella Cole 3 Jul
Callaghan
Thursday 19 June, 8.45pm
£20.50
Callaghan performs on piano and guitar with a stunning voice, earning frequent comparisons with artists such as Sarah McLachlan, Eva Cassidy and Carly Simon. Her songwriting chronicles the stories, experiences and emotions that are part of everyone’s lives. Her latest project, The Music You Gave To Me, is a deeply emotive album written after becoming a mother and losing her father very suddenly to cancer.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Jenny Colquitt 21 Jun
Jenny Colquitt
Saturday 21 June, 8.45pm
£15
One of RnR Magazine’s Ones to Watch for 2022 and winner of the 2021/2022 Fatea Female Artist of the Year award, emerging artist Jenny Colquitt encompasses a unique combination of Americana, indie and folk rock and pop. Jenny’s voice uniquely combines the melodic undertones of artists such as Eva Cassidy and the rawness of Alanis Morissette.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Isabella Coulstock 25 Oct
Gina Sedman
Friday 27 June, 8.45pm
£15.50
Multi-award-winning Californian soul singer Gina Sedman has taken the UK by storm. With sold-out performances at venues including The Bear Club and electrifying appearances with Cong-Fusion at Pizza Express Live, Temple of Arts & Music and more, Gina is quickly becoming a must-see act. She now fronts her powerhouse UK band Monopoly, blending future soul, jazz, R’n’B, neo soul and funk into a spellbinding live experience.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Shakatak 12 Sep
Katey Brooks
Saturday 28 June, 8.15pm
£16.50
Growing up inside a cult, Katey Brooks found refuge in song. A rebellious artist that resists formula, the ‘powerful’ (Evening Standard) award-winning singer, songwriter and producer brings a seamless blend of Americana, folk and pop to listeners’ ears, which has earned her radio play from BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2, 6music, Canada’s CBC, Jazz FM and Amazing Radio among many others.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Isabella Coulstock 25 Oct
Glitterfox
Wednesday 2 July, 8.45pm
£14.50 in advance, £16.50 on the door
Portland, Oregon-based band Glitterfox have released five singles in just six months under their new record label Kill Rock Stars, with two more arriving in the spring. The band’s profile has been growing steadily since Drive came out in 2023, with an indie-rock recipe that deftly balances Southern songwriting shine and nostalgia-fuelled anthems.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Fargo Railroad Co. 17 Oct
RaRa
Saturday 5 July, 8.45pm
£22.50
Despite her UK roots, RaRa’s sound emulates a feeling of Southern USA, packed full of soul and often incorporating backing singers and gospel influences that transports you from wherever you are to her favourite recording spots such as Nashville and Memphis. She has stories to tell, and with the foundations set in place, the sky looks set to be the limit .
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Nell Bryden 16 Nov
Yvonne Lyon & Boo Hewerdine: Things Found in Books
Monday 7 July, 8.45pm £20
Yvonne Lyon and Boo Hewerdine’s new album Things Found in Books is a collection of songs full of nostalgia and beauty, hope and longing. It was written in response to a notice board in Culzean Castle’s second-hand bookshop littered with things that have dropped out of books – letters, notes, photographs, old receipts and postcards.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Kim Carnie 27 Sep
Steve Tilston: Last Call
Thursday 11 September, 8.45pm
£16.50
Steve Tilston presents an intimate evening of music, featuring his own critically acclaimed material, alongside unique arrangements of popular folksongs. Perhaps best known for his song-writing prowess, Steve is also a dazzling guitarist with a style echoing the elaborate rhythmic “folk baroque” but also drawing from classical, roots and the tradition to create a style that is recognisably Tilston.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Preston Reed 6 Sep
Cadillac Kings
Saturday 13 September, 8.45pm
£20.50
Nominated for best UK blues band in the UK blues awards 2024 and 2025 the Cadillac Kings have been firm favourites on the roots rhythm’n’blues and swing dance scenes since 1999, with a reputation for wowing audiences with their unique mix of self-penned rootsy rhythm’n’blues, rock’n’roll, Cajun, Swing –and humour!
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Fargo Railroad Co. 17 Oct
Filkin’s Drift
Tuesday 16 September, 8.45pm
£15.50
Filkin’s Drift reimagine traditional melodies through pizzicato grooves, intricate guitar tunes and boundless improvisation. Their music captures the essence of their recent 870-mile walk of Wales’ coast, ‘weaving together a tapestry of shared experiences’ (Songlines). Their compositions are sophisticated yet rooted in tradition, blending fiddle, guitar and gorgeous vocal harmonies.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Julie Fowlis 29 Oct
Tinkers Lane
Friday 26 September, 8.45pm
£16 Tinkers Lane are a five-piece band playing the original songs of frontman Ian Roberts. The music ranges from intimate love songs to upbeat summer tunes that will have you dancing and dreaming of a better world. A Tinkers Lane gig is a journey across the genres, spanning pop, rock’n’roll, country, reggae, Latin and even a bit of rockney, always with a happy, uplifting sound that is uniquely their own.
Dom Pipkin: Piano from London, Soul from New Orleans
Thursday 9 October, 8.45pm
£18.50
Alongside enjoying a glittering session career (David Byrne, Ray Davies, Morcheeba), piano player and songwriter Dom Pipkin has been described by Blues in Britain as “one of the world’s greatest exponents of New Orleans piano”. Dom first discovered the New Orleans style in the early 90s and has gone on to become a regular visitor and performer in that city.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Paul Jones & Dave Kelly 3 Sep
Matt Richardson: Brash
Saturday 11 October, 8.45pm
£19
Being loud, brazen and a little bit lairy was all Matt Richardson needed to propel himself onto the comedy circuit aged 18 and be presenting national telly by 22. But faster than you can say Celebrity Coach Trip, he suddenly finds himself in his 30s, so what’s next for the lad? Matt has moved to the countryside, settled down and is trying his hardest to not make rude jokes. It’s not going as well as he’d hoped…
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club 19 Nov
become a friend
Enjoy some great benefits including priority booking, discounted tickets and the What’s On Brochure four times a year!
Becoming a Friend also plays a vital role in the funding of The Stables’ live music, entertainment and education activities.
Join online at stables.org/support_us/friends or call 01908 280800 for further information
David Ford: I Sincerely Apologise For All The Trouble I’ve Caused – 20 years
Sunday 12 October, 8.45pm
£20.50
David Ford’s 2005 debut album I Sincerely Apologise For All the Trouble I’ve Caused took the music world quite unawares. Understated but ambitious, it is a collection of honest, tender, visceral moments that would go on to receive worldwide acclaim. Twenty years on, David returns to the road to revisit the album that kicked open every door to the music industry.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Duke Special 30 Nov
The Fargo Railroad Co.
Friday 17 October, 8.45pm
£18.50
Harking back to the roots of country rock and blues, with touches of Lynryd Skynrd, Allman Brothers, Little Feat and the 70s sound of Cash, Young and Dylan, The Fargo Railroad Co. appeal to the contemporary Blackberry Smoke and Jason Isbell fan bases. They are one of the hardest working bands around, touring and recording their songs of life’s trials and triumphs, in a traditional line up of acoustic and electric guitars, drums and bass.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Nevers 13 Jun
Saturday 18 October, 8.45pm
£16.50
Guitarist Giulio Romano Malaisi has developed an incredible capacity to communicate with his instrument, creating and honing a unique style, mixing fingerpicking and flatpicking techniques. He has released four albums and three singles under his own name and recorded for artists such as Mozez (Zero 7), The Ayoub Sisters, Melanie Stace and Nathan Adam.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Gordon Giltrap & John Etheridge 25 Oct
Willie Dowling
Friday 24 October, 8.45pm
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: The Deccan Traps 4 Nov Giulio Romano Malaisi Trio
£13.50
Willie Dowling is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer and producer. Over the years, Willie has fronted, written and produced albums for The Dowling Poole, Jackdaw4, Honeycrack and The Grip. He has provided keyboards, guitars bass and vocals for a wide variety of artists including Dr Hook, Midge Ure, Hot Chocolate, The Wildhearts and Shane MacGowan. His album of piano based songs The Simpleton is available now from Bandcamp.
Isabella Coulstock
Saturday 25 October, 8.45pm
£14
Isabella Coulstock is one of the most exciting singer-songwriters to emerge onto the music scene in recent years, known for her compelling storytelling and dynamic performances. Isabella has made significant strides in her career, having supported renowned acts such as The Who, Chris Isaak, Nick Heyward, Jools Holland and Nell Bryden on their tours. She is currently preparing for the release of her highly anticipated debut album.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Jenny Colquitt 21 Jun
The Blackheart Orchestra
Friday 31 October, 8.45pm
£22.50
The Blackheart Orchestra are multi-instrumentalists Chrissy Mostyn and Rick Pilkington. They comprise a two-person ‘orchestra’ playing up to 13 instruments in their unique live show. From their on-stage ‘musical space station’ they create highly emotional contemporary rock music featuring a multitude of sounds and atmospheres.
LIKE THIS? TRY THIS: Solstice 30 Aug
ENJOY PRE-PERFORMANCE DINING IN THE STABLES KITCHEN
Based in Stage 2, The Stables Kitchen offers a pizza-based menu and daily specials along with a selection of freshly prepared starters, sides and desserts.
The restaurant is open from 6pm each evening on days when there is a main-house performance taking place.
Advance booking is strongly advised. OUR NEW IN-HOUSE RESTAURANT IS NOW OPEN!
HOW TO RESERVE A TABLE
make your reservation online at the same time as booking your show tickets call The Stables box office on 01908 280800 (check our opening hours) email the box office on boxoffice@stables.org
The Stables Bar is open from 7pm on concert nights, serving a wide range of drinks for you to enjoy during the evening.
Beers & Lagers
We offer a quality selection of draught beers & lagers, including Beavertown Neck Oil, a session IPA. Look out for our guest beers, soon to include brands from the Brewpoint range.
Drivers Drinks
For the drivers in your party we offer Adnams Ghostship
0.5%, Doom Bar Zero, Guinness Zero, Old Mout Berries & Cherries, Heineken Zero and now Peroni Zero, as well as a range of soft drinks.
Interval Orders
Beat the queue in the interval by pre-ordering your drinks. Collect and enjoy at your leisure, either in our foyer or back in your seat.
Snack Bar
Our popular snack bar offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, as well as a range of soft drinks and sweet snacks. Why not try an ice cream from the delicious flavours of Marshfield Ice Cream?
GALLERY
Saturday 7 June – Monday 6 October
THE ARCHITECTURE OF NATURE
An exhibition of prints by Helen A. Taylor
Discover the captivating artwork of Milton Keynes-based artist Helen A Taylor, where nature and human-made structures intertwine.
Using printmaking techniques such as woodcut and linocut, often enriched with watercolour, Helen layers intricate drawings of flowers and leaves with architectural forms and everyday objects. Her work balances sculptural lines with bold, vibrant colours – contrasting the organic beauty of flora against the structured world we build.
All prints in the exhibition are available to purchase.
also on sale
Indicates a new show which is open for public booking from Friday 16 May. Prior to this date Stables Friends have priority.
NOVEMBER
Sat 1 The Real Thing £41
Sun 2 Syd Lawrence Orchestra
£26.50
Tue 4 The Deccan Traps
£27.50
Fri 7 Calling Planet Earth
£33.50
Sat 8 Brigstock & Rastrick Band
£26
Sat 8 Stephen K Amos: Now We’re Talking
£24.50
Sun 9 O’Hooley & Tidow
£25
Tue 11 The Unthanks
£36
Wed 12 Ronnie Scott’s All Star Band
£27.50
Thu 13 Sound of Springsteen
£35
Fri 14 Bye Bye Baby: Tribute to Frankie Valli
£34.50 Sun 16 Nell Bryden £27.50
Tue 18 Tom Hickox £20 Thu 20 Best of Queen £38.50
Sat 22 Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish It Out But Can’t Take It
£22.50
Sun 23 Rossetti Ensemble with John Lenehan: Batango from £20
Mon 24 Buddy Holly at Christmas
£27.50
Tue 25 Horse
£22
Wed 26 & Thu 27 Talon: Best of The Eagles £30
Fri 28 Declan O’Rourke
£33 Sun 30 Duke Special
£27.50
DECEMBER
Tue 2 Lee Hurst: No Particular Order
£24.50
Wed 3 Steve Knightley & the Winter Yards Band
£29.50 Thu 4 Simon Evans & Friends
£23.50 Fri 5 Tenors Unlimited
£26
Sat 6 No Jacket Required
£25
Nell Bryden
Lee Hurst
also on sale
5 Dec Tenors Unlimited
8 Dec
Indicates a new show which is open for public booking from Friday 16 May. Prior to this date Stables Friends have priority.
Baebes
JIM MARSHALL AUDITORIUM
Mon 8 Mediaeval Baebes
£27
Tue 9 Mike Lindup Trio
£32
Wed 10 James B Partridge: The Big Christmas Assembly from £30
Thu 11 Eliza Carthy & Jon Boden: Wassail
£27.50
Mon 15 Steeleye Span
£38
Tue 16 - Sun 4
Jan Freckle Theatre: Stick Man from £15.50
JANUARY 2026
Thu 22 Crooners
£34
Sat 24 Dire Streets
£33
Sun 25 Jive Aces
£25
Thu 29 T-Rextasy
£37
Sat 31 Ria Lina: Riabellion
£22.50
FEBRUARY 2026
Sun 1 ELO Again
£34
Sat 7 Alina Orchestra: Reflections of the Seasons from £25.50
Thu 12 Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles
£22.50
Sat 21 Kast Off Kinks
£29.50
Sun 22 Swinging at the Cotton Club
£26
MARCH 2026
Thu 5 Totally Tina
£34.50
Fri 6 Glenn Miller Orchestra
£34.50
31 Jan Ria Lina
Tue 10 The Watch Play Genesis
£27.50
Sun 15 The Wonder of Stevie from £33
Fri 20 The Britpop Show
£20.50
Sat 21 The George Harrison Project £27.50
APRIL 2026
Fri 3 & Sat 4 Coldplace
£30
Sat 11 A Night To Remember Motown Show
£36
Sat 18 Alina Brass Goes to the Movies from £6
Sat 18 Alina Orchestra: Sacred & Profane from £25.50
Tue 28 Focus
£27.50
learn and take part
Learning and participation are central to The Stables’ activities, bringing music to the widest possible audience. Our learning and participation programme works with people of all ages and levels of ability and across many musical styles.
With lifelong learning at its heart, the programme includes workshops, courses, talks, concerts and training. The Stables aims to encourage people to become involved in music, whether by developing existing skills or offering a musical experience for the first time. The programme offers events for children and young people, through to opportunities for more experienced audiences and music makers. Our outreach work and partnerships aim to support people across the region who may not otherwise have the opportunity to participate in musicmaking activities.
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The instructor was very encouraging and helped me to play happily in a group for the first time.
It was a fabulous event and I wish I’d done it sooner.
Over the following pages you’ll find details of our workshops and courses over the next few months. Please call The Stables box office on 01908 280800 or visit stables.org to book a place.
workshops and courses
Future Songwriters in MK Wed 6-Thu 7 10am-4pm 15-18
SEPTEMBER
Ukulele Beginners Part 1
Blues Guitar Beginners Part 1 Sat 27 10am-3pm
Melodeon Beginners Part 1
Scratch
Cajon Beginners Sun 12 10am-12.30pm Adult/15+ £30 Singing Lead Vocals & Microphone Technique Sun 12 1.30pm-5pm Adult/15+
Harmonica Beginners Part 1
Ukulele Beginners Part 2
The Stables Music Week Mon 11-Fri 15 Aug 8.45am-6pm 11-18
Saxophone Improvers Sats 6 Sep, 4 Oct, 1 Nov, 6 Dec OR Sats 13 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 13 Dec 9.30am-12.30pm Adult/16+
Saxophone Study Group Sats 6 Sep, 4 Oct, 1 Nov, 6 Dec OR Sats 13 Sep, 11 Oct, 8 Nov, 13 Dec 1pm-4pm Adult/16+ £78
Latin Percussion for Beginners Suns 21 Sep, 12 Oct, 16 Nov 1.30pm-4.30pm
The Jazz Experience for Beginners Suns 26 Oct, 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Nov 10am-12.30pm
YOUNG PEOPLE’S BURSARIES
We don’t want anyone to miss out because of their family circumstances, so we offer means-tested bursaries for those needing financial help to attend. If a workshop or course says Bursaries Available, visit www.stables.org/learning/youthbursaries for more information.
The Stables Summer Songwriting Workshops for Young People
Monday 4 August, 10am-3pm For ages 10-11
Tuesday 5 August, 10am-3pm For ages 12-14
Future Songwriters in Milton Keynes
Workshop fee £25; bursaries available
Write and record a song in a day. Would you like a creative day of music making? Work with other young musicians to create a brand new group song?
Through warm-ups, word games, musical play and teamwork, you’ll learn how a song can start, how to contribute ideas, listen to other people’s ideas and bring them all together to create and perform a brand new song and record it as a group.
John Bowman is founder of the Notivate singer/songwriting programme and has helped over 5,000 young people in Europe and Africa to record over 1,000 songs. As a pianist and arranger, he collaborates regularly with established singer/songwriters, touring widely and appearing on numerous commercial recordings.
Wednesday 6 & Thursday 7 August, 10am-4pm for ages 15-18 £50 Bursary places available
Are you a musician or songwriter aged 15 to 18?
Do you want to find new ways of writing songs?
Come and collaborate with other young musicians to create brand new songs which celebrate our city and tell powerful stories about local people, places and experience.
Explore how to write songs using photos, film, recorded interviews, and local writings to uncover ideas and voices from the past and present.
This inspiring workshop is led by Dan Whitehouse, one of the UK’s leading documentary songwriters, known for his work helping communities turn lived experience into songs.
For over 50 years, Living Archive has worked with a wide range of songwriters to document the life of Milton Keynes through song. Now we’re inviting a new generation of young writers to continue the tradition
There are 8 free bursary places (including lunch and travel) available for young people whose personal or family circumstances mean cost would be a barrier. If you would like to apply for a free bursary place, please email admin@livingarchive.org.uk and we’ll let you know how to apply.
This course offers returning saxophonists the opportunity to learn as part of a group through a fun programme of practical musical activities and performance. It aims to help students develop core technical, performance and improvisation skills and build confidence.
Students must have their own instruments and ideally have attended previous Stables Saxophone from Scratch, Refresher and Improving Beginners workshops. If you have any other recent playing experience and are interested in joining the course, contact education@stables for further advice before booking.
This course is for saxophonists with more than two years’ experience and looking to reach an intermediate standard (equivalent to Grade 3 plus) on their instrument. You will have the opportunity to learn through a structured programme of study, incorporating a mixture of scale and study work, duet and group performance and improvisation activities.
The focus is on having fun, building confidence and competence in a supportive environment which enables students to progress in their musical development. Contact us on education@stables.org to find out availability of places, and so we can advise you which of the two groups is suitable to join and if your recent sax playing experience is suitable for the course.
This course offers beginner saxophonists the opportunity to learn as part of a group. Through practical musical activities and exploring tunes you’ll start to build confidence and develop some of the technical and musical skills to play the saxophone.
The course is suitable for beginners who have attended our Sax from Scratch or Refresher workshops or had another basic introduction to the saxophone. Participants will need to bring their own tenor, alto or baritone sax. If you have any other recent sax playing experience and are interested in joining the course, contact education@ stables.org for further advice before booking.
Melodeon Beginners Part 1
Sunday 28 September, 10am-3pm
Adult/15+ Workshop
£45
A rare chance for beginners to pick up and play the small but mighty melodeon (aka squeezebox) with expert guidance from tutor Mel Biggs. Drawing on traditional English dance tunes, the workshop introduces learning the instrument left hand first to develop effective rhythmical control and coordination, before learning your first tune with both hands (the bit most people find tricky at first!). This workshop is for anyone interested in English folk music, folk dance, or trying a squeezebox for the first time. You don’t need to read music notation, and no previous melodeon or folk music experience is required, but a basic knowledge of music (scales, chords, time signatures) will help.
This workshop is for melodeons (squeezebox that plays different notes on the squeeze and on the pull for the same button), instruments tuned in D/G with a minimum of 2-rows and 8-basses. If you don’t have your own some loan boxes will be available on the day. Limited number available, so please contact us at education@stables.org if you need to borrow one. (The follow-on workshop Melodeon beginners Part 2 is on Sunday 9 November.)
Singing Lead Vocals and Microphone Technique
Sunday 12 October, 1.30pm-5pm
Adult/15+ Workshop
£32
For singers who want to explore some of the technical, artistic and practical aspects of singing with a microphone. Perhaps you already sing in a choir, or play in a band, and want to try solo or lead vocals? You’ll look at equipment essentials, microphone technique and which mic to use, understanding monitoring, fold back and live mixing to get the best out of your sound, how to approach different styles of music such as rock, pop or jazz and how to tackle the challenges of fronting a band, whatever the size. You’ll also look at how ‘phrasing’ can help with the challenges of some songs and have a go at singing with backing tracks or stripped-down guitar accompaniment.
Harmonica Beginners Part 1
Saturday 18 October, 10am-3pm
Adult/15+ Workshop
£38
Learn the basics of playing harmonica in this popular workshop, where you’ll be introduced to tune playing, chord-playing and blues improvisation. No previous harmonica experience is necessary, but you’ll need to bring a 10-hole harmonica in C.
Ukulele Beginners Part 2
Sunday 26 October, 10am-3pm
Adult/15+ Workshop
£38
Building on Beginners Part 1, this workshop is ideal for beginner ukulele players to develop their playing further and will help you to develop your rhythm and melody playing skills, add new chords and combine different strokes for rhythmic effects. Using a mix of contemporary and vintage material, you’ll also get the chance to practice as a ukulele band and try out playing the melody, accompanying and adding colour to the musical arrangements. Previous attendance at Ukulele Beginners Part 1 is recommended and you will need to bring a soprano-, tenor or concert-sized ukulele. (The follow-on part 3 workshop is on Saturday 6 December.)
The Children’s Bookshow
Author Mariesa Dulak and illustrator Rebecca Cobb
Suitable for Years 1 and 2 (Key Stage 1)
Monday 20 October, 11am
£7
Join us for a morning of storytelling and drawing with author Mariesa Dulak and illustrator Rebecca Cobb as they tell us all about their delightful picture book, There’s A Tiger On The Train! With lots of audience participation, stories and live drawing plus the chance to ask questions, this performance promises to be fun and engaging and will be sure to spark an interest in reading and books. Every child attending will get their very own book to take home and keep.
The show will last one hour.
To book tickets contact Katy Webster at The Children’s Bookshow: Katy Webster 07904 068084 katyw@thechildrensbookshow.com
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The Stables Spiegeltent Festival Central
The Spiegeltent is the Festival’s exotic setting for live music, comedy and cabaret
Beautifully constructed with wood, stained glass, velvet drapes and mirrors, and complete with its own bar, The Spiegeltent is the beating heart of the Festival.
The events below and on the following pages are all taking place in The Spiegeltent as part of this year’s Festival.
Location
Campbell Park Events
Plateau, Milton Keynes
The Noise Next Door: Freewheeling
Friday 18 July, 6.45pm
£13.50
No gimmicks, no tricks – just the quickest, wittiest improvisers in the UK putting on a show to make you laugh like nobody’s business. The Noise Next Door are award-winning, 12-time sellout legends of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
LINKED TICKET DEAL
Book for The Noise Next Door and Yuck Circus in one transaction and save £5.
Yuck Circus
Friday 18 July, 8.45pm & Saturday 19 July, 2pm
Australia’s multi-award-winning Yuck Circus are hitting the Festival with a high-octane explosion of raw talent and unapologetic energy. Expect jaw-dropping acrobatics, sidesplitting comedy and a whole lot of attitude.
LINKED TICKET DEAL
Book for Yuck Circus and The Noise Next Door and save £5* Book for Yuck Circus and The Demon Barbers and save £2.50* *shows must be booked in same transaction
£25
The Demon Barbers 25th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday 19 July, 7.30pm
Renowned for their electrifying fusion of traditional British folk music and high-energy dance, the award-winning Demon Barbers present a spectacular show featuring new material alongside reimagined favourites from their acclaimed back catalogue.
LINKED TICKET DEAL
£25
Book for The Demon Barbers and Yuck Circus in one transaction and save £2.50
Lou Sanders
+ support
Sunday 20 July, 8pm
£25.50
Much-loved comedian and Taskmaster champion Lou Sanders comes to the Festival with an extended headline set! Lou has toured her live shows to packed houses across the world and regularly receives rave reviews in publications including The Guardian, The Scotsman, The List, The Mirror and the Evening Standard. She’ll be joined by two other fantastic comedians...
A Night with La Voix
+ support from Tori Scott
Monday 21 July, 8pm
£27.50
Are you ready for an unforgettable night of entertainment that will have you laughing, dancing, and singing along? Look no further than this very special evening starring the one and only La Voix!
Le Vent du Nord
Tuesday 22 July, 8pm
£22
Multi-award winning Le Vent du Nord are a leading force in Quebec’s progressive Francophone folk movement. The group’s vast repertoire draws from both traditional sources and original compositions, enhancing their hard-driving soulful music with a broad range of global influences.
The Selecter
+ support
Wednesday 23 July, 8pm £32
Standing/dancing with limited unreserved seating
Led by their iconic frontwoman Pauline Black OBE, The Selecter are known the world over for hits including Three Minute Hero, Missing Words and On My Radio. The anarchic passion that fuelled Selecter gigs during the original 2-Tone era is still there as they continue to perform at festivals and venues worldwide.
In this lively stage adaptation of Quentin Blake’s classic tale, Scoot Theatre present a 40-minute interactive, energetic show featuring live music, puppetry and physical comedy and celebrating the joy of getting outdoors and being active.
LINKED TICKET DEAL
Book for Mrs Armitage On Wheels and Rubbish Romeo & Juliet in one transaction and save £2.50 (adults) and £2 (under-16s).
Peat & Diesel
+ support from Fraser Morgan
Thursday 24 July, 8pm
£27.50
Standing/dancing with limited unreserved seating
Get ready to experience the raw, energetic and utterly unique sound of Peat & Diesel! Straight from the heart of the Western Isles, they’re bringing their infectious ‘Peatlemania’ to Milton Keynes. Prepare for a night of unforgettable tunes, stories that’ll have you laughing and an atmosphere that’s pure, unadulterated craic.
Lucy Spraggan
+ support from Isabella Coulstock
Friday 25 July, 7.30pm
£32
Standing/dancing with limited unreserved seating
Singer-songwriter Lucy Spraggan’s unique blend of folk, indiepop and acoustic sounds paired with powerful and emotive lyrics have captivated audiences worldwide. The former X Factor star recently released a new single, Other Sides Of The Moon, with a new studio album scheduled for later this year.
Three idiots perform Shakespeare’s famous tragedy using a box of tatty wigs, a worn floral dress and a burst airbed they found by the bins. The Rubbish Shakespeare Company have been described as “like Horrible Histories but funnier” (Primary Times).
LINKED TICKET DEAL
Book for Rubbish Shakespeare Company and Mrs Armitage on Wheels in one transaction and save £2.50 (adults) and £2 (under-16s).
Roachford
+ support from George Montague
Saturday 26 July, 7.30pm
Roachford has become one of the most compelling and consistent rock and soul artists the UK has produced. He channels the energy of James Brown before going on stage each night, and on his recordings, summons up the spirit of everyone from Al Green to Joe Cocker.
Shlomo’s Beatbox Adventure for Kids
Sunday 27 July, 2pm
£13.50, under-16s
£11
Join world record-breaking beatboxer SK Shlomo who makes amazing music with just a mouth and a mic and has performed with legends including Björk, Ed Sheeran and Rudimental. Whether aged 1 or 101, anybody can become one of this sonic superhero’s sidekicks.
Ceilidh Liberation Front
Sunday 27 July, 7.30pm
£16.50
Standing/dancing with limited unreserved seating
Join us for the Festival Wrap Party! The Ceilidh Liberation Front are made up of some of the UK’s finest folk musicians and charismatic callers. Combining music, dance and a sprinkling of theatrics, this is ceilidh music as you’ve never heard (or seen!) it before. Everyone’s welcome, it’s family friendly and no experience or knowledge of ceilidhs is necessary.
visitor information
How to find us
The Stables is situated to the south east of Milton Keynes in the village of Wavendon.
From M1 Junction 14
• Head towards Milton Keynes
• At the first roundabout take the 2nd exit
• At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit. Follow the road through to the Kingston roundabout
• At the Kingston roundabout take the second exit signposted Wavendon/Woburn Sands, onto the A5130 (Newport Road)
• Take the second right (Dankworth Way) by the traffic lights onto the new approach road, signposted The Stables. The Stables entrance is straight ahead.
From M1 Junction 13
• Head towards Milton Keynes on A421
• At the Kingston roundabout take the first exit signposted Wavendon/Woburn Sands, onto the A5130 (Newport Road)
• Take the second right (Dankworth Way) by the traffic lights onto the new approach road, signposted The Stables. The Stables entrance is straight ahead.
Parking
The Stables has free car-parking on site (vehicles and contents are left entirely at owner’s own risk). At busy times, your exit from the car park may be slightly delayed – thank you for your patience. There are a limited amount of disabled parking spaces available (not bookable in advance). We also have a small bicycle rack available to the left of the main public entrance.
Access information
The Stables welcomes people with disabilities. For full access information, please refer to the Your Visit section on our website at www.stables.org The Stables is accessible to wheelchair users and other customers with limited mobility. There is a lift available giving access to seats on lower accessible levels. We can accommodate eight people in wheelchairs per performance, subject to availability. We have volunteer customer assistants available at the majority of events to provide assistance. Please ask a member of our box office team at the time of booking if you have any questions or concerns about your access around the building.
Accessible Toilets
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There are three accessible public toilets – one as part of the main toilet area situated in the foyer; further toilets are located next to the ladies and within the gents, both accessible from the auditorium.
Facilities for Hearing Impaired Customers
The main auditorium is fitted with an Ampetronic system. To use this system you must have a hearing aid with either a switchable or auto-detect T-Setting built in. Stage 2 customers will need to wear a hearing necklace, available from the box office. If you wear a hearing device please inform a member of the box office team when booking your tickets so that they can seat you in the area of the auditorium where the signal is strongest.
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome, but please advise us when you book so that we can allocate appropriate seats and inform you of any special effects that might affect your dog’s comfort.
Eating and drinking at The Stables
Our foyer snack bar serves a range of light snacks, soft drinks, teas and coffees. Ice-creams are also available. The Stables bar will be available for pre-show and interval drinks on performance nights.
diary at a glance
JUNE
Sun 1 Peter White
Tue 3 Toby Lee
Wed 4 All Or Nothing Experience Concert Show
Thu 5 The Fizz
Fri 6 Suzi Ruffell
Fri 6 Sam Carter
Sat 7 Quo Connection
Sat 7 Ashnaa
Sun 8 Chantel McGregor & Blue Nation
Tue 10 Lee Mead
Wed 11 George Lewis
Wed 11 Lowri Evans
Thu 12 Aynsley Lister
Fri 13 The History of Rock
Fri 13 The Nevers Sat 14 Peggy Seeger Sat 14 Hannah Brine Sun 15 LP Swing Orchestra
Mon 16 Sara Pascoe
Tue 17 The Longest Johns
Wed 18 An Evening with Kate Bush
Thu 19 Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
Thu 19 Callaghan
Fri 20 Roy Orbison & the Travelling Wilburys Experience
Sat 21 Northern Soul Live
Sat 21 Jenny Colquitt
Sun 22 Are You Experienced? Tribute to Jimi Hendrix
Tue 24 Lady Maisery/Jimmy Aldridge & Sid Goldsmith
Wed 25 Scummy Mummies
Thu 26 Scummy Mummies
Fri 27 Alfie Moore
Fri 27 Gina Sedman
Sat 28 Grimethorpe Colliery Band
Sat 28 Katey Brooks
Sun 29 Simon Amstell
Mon 30 Sophie B Hawkins
JULY
Tue 1 Stables Screening: A Complete Unknown (15)
Wed 2 Dad’s Army Radio Show
Wed 2 Glitterfox
Thu 3 Stella Cole
Fri 4 The Americana Revue
Sat 5 Logicaltramp
Sat 5 RaRa
Sun 6 New Amen Corner
Mon 7 Albert Lee
Mon 7 Yvonne Lyon & Boo Hewerdine
Tue 8 Reginald D. Hunter
Wed 9 Lucy Beaumont
Thu 10 Kossoff: The Band Plays On Thu 10 Sara Petite Band
Fri 11 Max Fulham
Sat 12 The Christians
Sun 13 Rock Experience Concert
Tue 15 Eve Selis
Wed 16 John Robins
Thu 17 Milton Keynes Music Centre End of Year Concert
AUGUST
Fri 1 Fleetwood Bac
Sat 2 Fleetwood Bac
Sun 3 Alan Fletcher Band
Fri 29 Live/Wire: Tribute to AC/DC
Sat 30 Solstice
Sun 31 Hello Again: Tribute to Neil Diamond
SEPTEMBER
Mon 1 Adam Kay
Wed 3 Paul Jones & Dave Kelly
Thu 4 Cloudbusting: The Music of Kate Bush
Thu 4 Alex Hart
Fri 5 Abba Forever
Sat 6 Ultimate Classic Rock Show
Indicates a new show which is open for public booking from Friday 16 May. Prior to this date Stables Friends have priority.
Friends and Founders discount applies
For more information see page 3
Sat 6 Preston Reed
Sun 7 Ultimate Classic Rock Show
Sun 7 Burning Rope
Thu 11 Bootleg Blondie
Thu 11 Steve Tilston
Fri 12 Shakatak
Sat 13 Paul Zerdin
Sat 13 Cadillac Kings
Sun 14 Zervas & Pepper
Tue 16 Pasadena Roof Orchestra
Tue 16 Filkin’s Drift
Wed 17 Vitamin String Quartet
Thu 18 Richard Digance
Fri 19 Jenny Eclair
Sat 20 Nick Cope
Sat 20 Jake Lambert
Sun 21 Sunday Sessions: Georgia Mancio Quartet
Tue 23 Mark Steel
Wed 24 Josie Long
Thu 25 City Funk Orchestra
Fri 26 Babatunde Aleshe
Fri 26 Tinker’s Lane
Sat 27 Classic Clapton Unplugged
Sat 27 Kim Carnie
Sun 28 Nik Kershaw
Mon 29 Baga Chipz
Tue 30 The Pocket Ellington
OCTOBER
Wed 1 Ben Poole & Connor Selby
Thu 2 Barbara Dickson
Fri 3 Gerry Jablonksi Band
Sat 4 Kerry Ellis
Sat 4 Tad Newton’s Jazz Friends
Sun 5 Marty Wilde & The Wildcats
Tue 7 Ensemble 360 Schools Concert
Tue 7 Ensemble 360 with Jasdeep Singh Degun
Forum Stage 2
Wed 8 King King
Thu 9 Gary & Robbie Live In Concert
Thu 9 Dom Pipkin
Fri 10 Ruby Turner
Sat 11 Rubbish Shakespeare Company: The Story Forge
Sat 11 Nearly Dan
Sat 11 Matt Richardson
Sun 12 Mark Watson
Sun 12 David Ford
Tue 14 Wishbone Ash
Tue 14 Grace Will Lead Me Home
Wed 15 Wishbone Ash
Wed 15 Screaming Blue Murder Comedy Club
Thu 16 Jason Byrne
Thu 16 Heidi Talbot
Fri 17 The Fargo Railroad Co.
Sat 18 Nerina Pallot
Sat 18 Giulio Romano Malaisi Trio
Sun 19 Sunday Sessions: Mark Crooks Organ Quartet
Sun 19 Alina Orchestra: A Night in Old Vienna
Mon 20 Delvon Lamar Organ Trio
Tue 21 The Cavern Beatles
Wed 22 Geoff Norcott
Thu 23 Trevor Horn
Fri 24 Van Morrison Alumni Band
Fri 24 Willie Dowling
Sat 25 Family Fun Day: Cinderella Ice Cream Seller
Sat 25 Gordon Giltrap & John Etheridge
Sat 25 Isabella Coulstock
Sun 26 Rave On: The Ultimate 50s & 60s Experience
Mon 27 An Evening with John Illsley
Tue 28 Francis Rossi
Wed 29 Julie Fowlis
Thu 30 Beth Nielsen Chapman & Judie Tzuke
Fri 31 Lindisfarne
Fri 31 The Blackheart Orchestra
Mancini
The Stables is a world class music and entertainment venue offering accessible and cost-effective solutions for a wide range of events – from conferences, meetings, away-days, car and product launches to wedding receptions, charity galas, graduation ceremonies, private dining and much more besides.
Located close to the M1 and Milton Keynes station, The Stables offers free car parking, a range of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, good accessibility, catering and free Wi-Fi – all supported by our experienced event and technical teams.
For the past four years, The Stables has been the perfect host for Milton Keynes College Group’s annual Higher Education Graduation Ceremonies. The venue’s exceptional facilities and dedicated staff have consistently ensured a memorable and seamless experience for our graduates and their families.”
Stephanie Harman, Events Lead, Milton Keynes College Group
For further details please contact the Development Office on 01908 280816 or development@stables.org
The Stables team bent over backwards to accommodate our needs and support for our annual employee conference. I couldn’t ask for a better team and wouldn’t hesitate to use The Stables again.” Fairhive Homes
