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Hello!
There’s nothing quite like the buzz of a theatre full of people and shared experiences—and at The Roses, that’s exactly what we’re all about. This spring and summer, we’ve got a line-up packed with fun, creativity and plenty of moments to make memories with your family and friends. We’re excited to launch Cineminis, our brand-new way to enjoy films on the big screen with your baby, and of course, Anton Benson’s April half-term Mother Goose Pantomime—a classic for all ages. In the May half-term, young people can get creative and have fun with Silly Shakespeare Play in a Day, Art Bunch craft sessions, and a lively Taylor Swift Tribute. Thanks to your incredible support during our Christmas Big Give, The Future is Now Festival is back—where film and gaming collide.
Dance and drama shine too, from Tomorrow by 2Faced Dance to Oddsocks’ Romeo & Juliet outdoors.
And there’s plenty more: Paint & Cheese Night, comedy with Gary Delaney, the star power of John Barrowman, and Steve Steinman’s musical, Eternal Love. The Roses is a place for families, friends and neighbours to come together, feel inspired and be proud of our local arts. I can’t wait to see you here.
Derek Bond Chief Executive Officer
Creative Communities
Pages 04-05
Cinema, CineMinis & Dementia
Friendly Films Page 06
Royal Ballet & Opera Page 07
NT Live Page 08-09
The Roses Kitchen Pages 10-11
Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar Pages 12-13
Live Events
Pages 14-33
Booking Information
Pages 34-46
Diary Page 37-38
Getting Here
Page 39
Creative Communities
Our creative communities bring together creative groups and wellbeing programmes, offering individuals the opportunity to enhance their overall quality of life through creative engagement.
Through activities such as Choir, Sing for Health & Wellbeing, and K2Togs knitting groups, participants are encouraged to connect, express themselves and find joy in shared creativity. These sessions provide welcoming, supportive spaces where people can build confidence and nurture a sense of belonging.
Whether through singing together or creating with their hands, our programmes support positive mental and emotional wellbeing while strengthening community connections. No previous experience is needed — just a willingness to take part, meet others and enjoy the wellbeing benefits of being creative together.
The Roses’ Choir
The Roses’ Choir
EVERY MON 10.30-11.45AM (TERMS START MON 13 APR & MON 1 JUN)
Enjoy the uplifting experience of singing together. You don’t need to be an expert—this is all about having fun.
Our choir get regular opportunities to perform throughout the year.
Price £7 per week (payable half-termly)
Sing for Health & Wellbeing
WED 1 APR | WED 6 MAY | WED 3 JUN 2-3.15PM (COFFEE AND CATCH UP 3.15-3.45PM)
Join us for a friendly and informal singing session aimed to improve your wellbeing. Sessions are suitable for those looking for gentler sessions focussing on breathwork and mood boosting songs.
Price Free donations welcome! Booking Required (book at rosestheatre.org)
K2Togs Knitting Group
EVERY WED 10.30AM-12.30PM
The Roses’ resident group of knitters (and crocheters!) meet weekly for a coffee, craft and chat.
K2Togs started many years ago as a small group that has grown ever since.
Price Free (no booking required)
Dementia Friendly Films on page 06.
Cinema at The Roses
There’s a friendly welcome, affordable ticket and comfortable seat at The Roses Cinema.
Enjoy a diverse film programme with the latest blockbusters, beloved classics, art house films and independent flicks, in our main house or intimate cinema studio.
Pricing
Grab some fresh popcorn and a drink from our new bar and settle-in to watch something on the big screen.
Check out rosestheatre.org/cinema to explore the full programme.
MAIN HOUSE & STUDIO Full Price Concession 16-25s Child (age 3-15)
CineMinis
Snuggle in and enjoy a film with your little one in a relaxed, welcoming space made just for you both. Feed, cuddle, walk around or rock your baby without worrying about disturbing anyone.
Dates:
WED 1 APR 10.00AM
WED 6 MAY 10.00AM
WED 3 JUN 10.00AM
£2 off for Friend Members (discover more on page 4)
Tickets £5 for grown up and baby
Dementia Friendly Films
A welcoming and accessible cinematic experience to support people with dementia and their carers.
Find out more at: rosestheatre.org/dementiafriendly
Dates:
WED 22 APR 11.00AM
WED 27 MAY 11.00AM
WED 24 JUN 11.00AM
Tickets £4 (Carers £2)
Event Cinema
Royal Ballet & Opera Cinema Season 2025/26.
For full details on each production, please visit rosestheatre.org
THE METROPOLITAN OPERA
The Magic Flute
SUN 26 APR 2.00PM
Princess Pamina has been captured. Her mother, the Queen of the Night, tasks the young Prince Tamino with her daughter’s rescue.
But when Tamino and his friendly sidekick, Papageno, embark on their adventure, they soon learn that when it comes to the quest for love, nothing is as it really seems. Guided by a magic flute, they encounter monsters, villains, and a mysterious brotherhood of men—but help, it turns out, comes when you least expect it.
Mozart’s fantastical opera glitters in David McVicar’s enchanting production. A star cast including Julia Bullock as Pamina, Amitai Pati as Tamino, Huw Montague Rendall as Papageno, Kathryn Lewek as the Queen of the Night, and Soloman Howard as Sarastro, led by French conductor Marie Jacquot in her Covent Garden debut.
Sung in German with subtitles
Running time: 210 mins (tbc)
Eugene Onegin
WED 6 MAY 6.00PM
Following her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin.
Baritone Igor Golovatenko reprises his portrayal of the urbane Onegin, who realizes his affection for her all too late. The Met’s evocative production, directed by Tony Award–winner Deborah Warner, “offers a beautifully detailed reading of … Tchaikovsky’s lyrical romance” (The Telegraph).
Sung in Russian with English subtitles.
Running time: 245 mins (two intervals)
Tickets £19.50
Discounts Concessions, Under 26s, Friend Members get £2 off two tickets
£2 off for Friend Members (discover more on page 4)
Experience exhilarating live theatre from the comfort of The Roses.
All My Sons (15) FRI 17 APR 7.00PM
Written by Arthur Miller.
Directed by
Ivo Van Howe
Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad ) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove ( A View from the Bridge).
One family, the heart of the American dream. When wartime delivers profits for Joe, it comes at a price when his partner is charged with criminal manufacturing deals, and his eldest son goes missing in action. Will peacetime bring peace of mind, or will he be confronted by the consequence of his actions?
Filmed live from the West End, Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You), Tom Glynn-Carney (House of the Dragon), and Hayley Squires (I, Daniel Blake) also feature in this disturbingly prescient play.
The Playboy of the Western World (12A)
WED 3 JUN 7.00PM
Written
by
John Millington Synge.
Directed by Caitríona McLaughlin.
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.
Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene…
Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Caitríona McLaughlin directs this darkly funny tale full to the brim with secrets.
Les Liaisons Dangereuses
SAT 27 JUN 7.00PM
Written by Christopher Hampton.
Directed by Marianne Elliott.
BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin.
Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire. But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path.
Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Marianne Elliott ( Angels in America) directs this thrilling game of love, lies and social warfare.
Tickets £19.50
Discounts Concessions, Under 26s, Friend Members get £2 off two tickets
£2 off for Friend Members (discover more on page 4)
Discover more at rosestheatre.org
The Roses Kitchen
Open before every live show and event cinema from 6.00pm.
Serving a mouthwatering selection of small plates, platters and pizzas, all freshly prepared on site, The Roses Kitchen is the perfect place to enjoy a pre-show dinner before you take your seats for the evening’s entertainment.
We serve a sophisticated selection of wines, local real ales and ciders, plus a tempting non-alcoholic and soft drink range.
Book your Table
Booking a table in advance is essential, reserve your table at rosestheatre.org/kitchen
The Roses Bar is available to hire. Please complete the form at rosestheatre.org/venue-hire to arrange a no obligation chat about how we can help. CELEBRATING AN EVENT?
Two pizzas and a bottle of wine deal
Houmous & Crudités with Pitta Sharing Platter
Menu
Please make a note of your table number and place your order at the bar
SHARING PLATTERS £30
A sharing platter for two. Each board comes with bread, crackers, olives and grapes (all V) In addition, pick two from each column:
VEG
Houmous (Ve)
Homemade houmous
Marinated Mediterranean Vegetables (Ve)
Roasted peppers and sundried tomatoes in garlic oil
Crudités (Ve)
Celery, peppers, cucumber and carrot
MEAT
Italian Bresaola Corsican pork shoulder
Gammon Ham Sliced
Beef and Spanish Chorizo
Smoked with beech and applewood
CHEESE
Somerset Brie (V)
Made from organic milk for a creamy, clean taste
Blue Stilton (V)
Creamy, crumbly and complex buttery flavour
Black Bomber Cheddar (V)
Powerfully intense, complex with a depth of flavour
SHARING PLOUGHMAN’S £24.50
Cheddar, gammon ham, pork pie, pickled onions, apple, celery, grapes, sweet red onion chutney, toasted baguette
Add any bottle of wine for an additional £15
SMALL PLATES
Greek Salad (Ve)
Feta, olives, cucumber and tomatoes on a bed of herby leaves, drizzled with Mediterranean dressing
Prawn Cocktail
Prawn Marie Rose on a bed of fresh mixed leaves, served with toasted bread
Houmous & Crudités
£9.50
SIDES
House Salad (Ve)
Seasonal leaves, tomato, cucumber, with a balsamic dressing
Olives (Ve)
£7.50
Marinated in oil and herbs
£4.50
PIZZA
All available with homebrewed oils to drizzle over—choose from chilli, garlic or pesto
Margherita (V)
Tomato sauce with mozzarella and cheddar
Veggie (V)
Onion, Mushroom pepper and
Funghi
Mixed forest mushrooms in garlic
Pepperoni
Hawaiian
and pineapple
Peppers, onion, mushroom, vegan mozzarella and pocociano cheese
£12
£12.50
£13.00
£13.50
£13.50
£3.50
£6.50 with Pitta (Ve)
Roasted red pepper houmous
carrot, celery and cucumber sticks, pitta
DIETARY INFORMATION
V - Vegetarian Ve - Vegan Vegan cheese and gluten free pizza bases are available, however we cannot guarantee against cross-contamination for coeliac or severe allergies. Please make us aware of any Please make us aware of any specific dietary requirements when you place your order.
Menu subject to change at any time.
BBQ Chicken £14.50
BBQ chicken with peppers
Loaded
onion, pepperoni, Chicken, pepper and mushroom Vegan Veggie (Ve) £14
Extras
Add rocket to your pizza for an additional £1.
DEAL
Any two pizzas and a bottle of wine £40
10% off for Friend Members (discover more on page 4)
Music in The Roses Bar FIRST TUE OF EVERY MONTH
Every month we welcome a different artist to The Roses Bar. From solo performers to lively bands, there is something different to discover each month. Please see the main listings for full information, upcoming events include:
7 Apr Lindsay Martin (page 22)
5 May Chris Cleverley (page 26)
2 Jun Katie Whitehouse & Jess Vincent (page 29)
rosestheatre.org/tuesdays
Chris Cleverley
The Roses Kitchen is open for pizza!
Quiz Nights
TUE 14 APR | TUE 12 MAY | TUE 9 JUN
7.30PM
Challenge your brain in a fun, relaxed atmosphere with friends, family or your fellow quiz enthusiasts! Gather your team or come along and join others for a chance to win exciting prizes, including a Roses film pass.
£2 entry per head. Teams of up to six participants.
Open Mic Night
TUE 21 APR | TUE 19 MAY | TUE 16 JUN
7.30 –9.00PM
Hosted by a different guest artist each month, we invite you to step up and share your talent in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or trying something new, sign up on the night from 6.30pm to claim your 10 min slot and be part of the evening!
Price Free
Ages Suitable for those aged 15+. If you are under 18, you must be accompanied by a parent or carer who is over 18.
Drink & Draw
TUE 28 APR | TUE 26 MAY | TUE 23 JUN
7.30-9. 00PM
Join us for our monthly fun and informal Drink & Draw session led by local illustrator and Art Tutor, Melissa Turland. During the evening you’ll have fun, learn useful drawing advice and get the chance to unwind with a glass of something whilst flexing your doodling muscles. Everybody is welcome, no matter your creative ability. Materials are included but you are also welcome to bring your own. Each month focusses on a different theme, check out rosestheatre.org to discover what’s on next.
Price £12 per session (includes one free drink)
Ages Suitable for those ages 15+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult or carer)
Anton Benson’s Mother Goose
THU 2 APR & FRI 3 APR VARIOUS TIMES
A magical Easter pantomime from Anton Benson Productions packed with laughter, music and a goose that’s worth her weight in gold!
Welcome to Goose Farm, where Mother Goose and her silly son Wally are the proud owners of the magical Priscilla. But all is not well when Demon Vanity arrives in town and tempts Mother Goose into selling Priscilla in exchange for eternal good looks…
Will Mother Goose fall foul of Demon Vanity’s wicked ways? Can Wally win the heart of farmhand Jill? And will the magical Fairy return Priscilla to Goose Farm in time for tea?
Anton Benson Productions return to The Roses with another EGGcellent Easter panto, bursting with song, dance, spectacular sets, colourful costumes and plenty of laugh-out-loud fun.
Starring Basil Brush, with other star casting to be announced.
K-Pop Party
WED 8 APR
2.00PM & 6.00PM
Get ready to sing, dance, and party like never before with the K-POP ICONS — the ultimate live concert starring the UK’s first virtual K-Pop band and a sensational live dance crew delivering a world-exclusive experience! Featuring songs from Black Pink, ROSÉ, BTS, TWICE, K/DA, KATSEYE, Demon Hunters, Saja Boys and HUNTR/X. This immersive party is a show for all ages, whether you’re a hardcore fan, brand new to the K-Pop wave or just along for your tiny demon hunters, there’s something for everyone!
Tickets
Child (under 16)
£20
Tickets All £29.50
£18
Discounts FAMILY
Tickets Child (under 16)
Discounts
£20
£18
Roots & Reflections
SUN 10 MAY
ALL DAY
Discover Gloucestershire’s past brought vividly to life by its young people in Roots & Reflections.
Roots & Reflections celebrates Gloucestershire’s stories through this performance curated by youth groups. Older residents’ memories are transformed into engaging, heartfelt theatre and exhibits, offering a unique chance to experience local history, intergenerational creativity and community spirit.
In partnership with Gloucestershire Libraries and Gloucestershire Archives.
Silly Shakespeare Play in a Day
TUE 26 MAY 9.30AM-4.30PM
Ever wondered what happens when Shakespeare meets pure silliness?
Join us for a whirlwind day of creativity, drama and fun as we take on the Bard’s brilliancewith a youthful twist!
No experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm and laughter to create a brand new performance made by you!
Suitable for children aged 7-11.
Art Bunch
THU 28 MAY 10.30AM-12.00PM
Come along to this halfterm arts and crafts club for children aged 5-11.
Taking place in The Roses Bar, this joyful club offers a fun-filled, hands-on session where children can explore their creativity in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Led by the creative and experienced Debbie Nicholds.
Roots & Reflections is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to curate the Roots & Reflections performance with young people across Gloucestershire.
Taylor Swift Tribute
THU 28 MAY 7.00PM
Step into the world of Taylor Swift with Xenna in this enchanted tribute show celebrating every era of the pop sensation.
Xenna embodies Taylor Swift, capturing her voice, signature looks and magnetic stage presence. Audiences will be transported through Taylor’s world, singing along to classics from Love Story, Blank Space and Shake It Off, as well as hits from Fortnight, I, and the latest album including Opalite, Fate of Ophelia and The Life of a Showgirl.
With dancers, replica costumes, and storytelling sparkle, the show spans all 12 eras, celebrating Taylor’s talent and style.
Whether you’re a die-hard Swiftie or love great music, this is the ultimate homage to one of the world’s biggest stars.
VIP meet & greet tickets available for children.
Tickets All £29.50
Tickets £25 (add £5 for VIP meet & greet)
The Adventure’s of Peter Pan’s Shadow
THU 18 JUN 6.00PM
An adaption inspired by Peter Pan’s very own shadow.
Presented by RYC youth theatre’s beginners, juniors and intermediates.
Set in a bedroom during a sleepover, stories are shared and adventures are had.
Using light, shadow and smallscale puppetry the audience will be taken on a journey past the skyline of London, up into the clouds and “straight on ‘til morning!”
This amateur production of The Adventures of Peter Pan’s Shadow is presented by arrangement with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity and Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
PETER PAN By J.M. Barrie
(under 16)
LIVE EVENTS | DANCE & DRAMA
Flamenco Express
THU 23 APR 7.30PM
Flamenco at its finest: powerful, precise and deeply moving. Flamenco Express brings the best artists together to celebrate the passion, energy and freedom of this timeless art form.
After thirty years of showcasing top talent, Flamenco Express returns with master of power and grace Victor Fernández, fresh from the hottest Madrid stages. He is joined by sizzling soloist La Joaquina, guitar virtuoso Chris Clavo, and the commanding vocal presence of Antonio El Pola.
Victor’s extraordinary career spans performances with legends including Rafaela Carrasco, Javier Latorre, Rafael Aguilar, Juanjo Linares and Eva Yerbabuena. Recent projects include Time (Origen Festival, Switzerland), choreographing Raizando (Granada) and A Mano y Pie (Bilbao), and developing Triade with the Basque Government. A dancer of immense presence, Victor is at the forefront of modern flamenco.
Tomorrow
THU 14 MAY 7.30PM
A bold, wordless exploration of masculinity, resilience and the hidden battles of modern life.
In Tomorrow, 2Faced Dance’s male company explore the future through athletic performance and raw vulnerability.
With a new score by Thomas Haines, visuals by Carl Davies, and lighting by James Mackenzie, the work asks: what is tomorrow?
Post-show, join Aaron Gillies and guests for a panel on masculinity, vulnerability, and shaping the future.
Tickets All £29.50
Tickets £27
£24.50
£22
Discounts FRIENDS UNDER 26S
Tickets £20
Discounts FRIENDS UNDER 26S
Ballet Cymru’s
Sleeping Beauty
FRI 19 JUN
7.00PM
Step into an enchanted world of love, magic and destiny with Ballet Cymru’s Sleeping Beauty.
Ballet Cymru reimagine the classic fairy tale of a young princess bound by a powerful curse. Swept along by Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, this stunning production explores love, acceptance and difference through innovative choreography, breathtaking dancing, distinctive costumes and immersive projections. Celebrate Ballet Cymru’s 40th anniversary on a magical journey like no other. Pre recorded audio description available in Welsh and English.
Oddsocks: Romeo & Juliet
THU 25 JUN 6.30PM
An open-air comedy take on Shakespeare’s most famous love story in Victoria Gardens.
A family feud divides the community. Violence stalks the streets. Who can see beyond the hate and follow their heart? Romeo and Juliet are star-crossed lovers fighting for love.
Oddsocks return with a fresh take on this classic tragedy, blending laughter and pathos. Will Romeo escape with Juliet? Can the audience help them elope?
Performed outdoors in Victoria Gardens.
LIVE EVENTS | AN AUDIENCE WITH...
Strange, But True Crime
THU 7 MAY 7.30PM
A chilling journey into the world’s most unbelievable crimes with forensic expert Jennifer Rees.
Discover true stories that defy belief: a serial killer in law enforcement hunting himself, a researcher’s lift encounter with a killer, a copycat plot to free a convict and the hunt for a phantom female serial killer.
Plus, learn how DNA, fingerprints or witnesses can wrongly tie you to a crime.
For those aged 16+
Tickets £29.50
Gary Delaney: Gary on Laughing
FRI 5 & SAT 6 JUN 8.00PM
Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot. They laughed a lot more. And they kept coming back. His videos have hundreds of millions of views, and now he’s back with a brand new show: all new jokes, razor-sharp wit, and utterly splendid filth. Come along. It’ll be fun. Don’t bring the kids or people who like to get their knickers in a twist. Do wear a TENA pad or dark trousers. Prepare for laughs, groans, and the sort of comedy only Gary Delaney can deliver. This is stand-up at its most mischievous, clever, and gloriously inappropriate.
Tickets £31
THU 9 APR 7.00PM | £30
Grab your friends and join us for a fun evening of creativity, laughter and a little indulgence!
This is a relaxed, beginner-friendly painting workshop led by an expert art coach from Paint Pot Parties. Have fun, try something new, and create your own Butterfly Bunny using acrylics on canvas board.
What’s included:
• All art materials (bring an apron if you’re a messy painter!)
• Expert guidance throughout the session
• A delicious cheese board per guest, to enjoy whilst you paint
Drinks available to purchase from the bar all evening, including a special cocktail menu. Perfect for a night out with friends!
Gigspanner Big Band
SAT 4 APR 7.30PM
The Gigspanner Big Band bring folk music to life with high-energy, virtuosic performances that are rooted in tradition yet boldly experimental.
The Gigspanner Big Band are a unique force in British folk, praised by fRoots, The Telegraph and The Wire as ‘melodically folk-rooted yet open and innovative beyond the constraints of genre’.
From a trio featuring Steeleye Span’s Peter Knight, percussionist Sacha Trochet and guitarist Roger Flack, the line-up has expanded to include Edgelarks duo Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin and Bellowhead co-founder John Spiers.
With riotous inventiveness, technically brilliant playing and subtle collaboration, this gathering of folk’s biggest names fuses deep roots knowledge with boundarypushing creativity.
Tickets £33.50
Discounts FRIENDS
Lindsay Martin
TUE 7 APR 8.00PM
Lindsay Martin brings heartbreak and hope to life with songs from the Great American Songbook and Golden Age of Musical Theatre.
With 25 years of singing across genres, Lindsay captivates with emotionally expressive performances of jazz standards and Broadway classics.
Accompanied by Oli Pickering, Jack Givens, Tomasz Williams and Jack Quance, she has performed at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival, Three Choirs Festival Worcester and venues across Gloucestershire and Worcestershire.
Tickets £18.50
MUSIC IN THE BAR
FOLK
The Shoop Shoop Show
FRI 10 APR 7.30PM
Celebrate Cher with a dazzling, high-energy musical tribute spanning every decade of her iconic career.
Turn Back Time with The Shoop Shoop Show: The Cher Collection, led by ITV Starstruck winner Rachael Hawnt.
Packed with disco hits and pop chart-toppers, stunning costumes and jaw-dropping production, this exhilarating music-led show brings Cher’s legendary style to life and will have you singing and dancing all night long.
Go Your Own Way
SUN 12 APR 7.30PM
Experience the magic of Fleetwood Mac live, performed by a talented ensemble capturing the legendary supergroup’s iconic sound.
From London’s Adelphi Theatre, this global smash-hit show features hits like Dreams, Don’t Stop, Rhiannon, Little Lies and more.
Paying tribute to the Rumours line-up of Stevie, Mick, John, Christine and Lindsey, the acclaimed ensemble recreates the energy, passion and timeless magic of Fleetwood Mac on stage.
That’ll Be The Day
WED 15 & THU 16 APR 7.30PM
Don’t miss this unforgettable performance celebrating the 40th Anniversary of That’ll Be The Day and Trevor’s farewell tour.
Experience a unique blend of rock ‘n’ roll, pop, and comedy, featuring timeless hits from the 50s through to the 80s.
Join us to celebrate this milestone and say goodbye to Trevor as we enjoy four decades of entertainment, showcasing the energy, passion, and talent that has made this the UK’s longestrunning touring theatre show.
The Treorchy Male Choir
SAT 18 APR 7.00PM
An inspiring charity concert featuring the world-renowned Treorchy Male Choir.
Presented by Cheltenham Lions, this uplifting evening of music supports Acorns Children’s Hospice through a donation from event proceeds. Enjoy powerful performances of classics including Nessun Dorma, Send in the Clowns and Men of Harlech, and soak up the warm atmosphere of an unforgettable night of song and community spirit.
Walk Right Back
SUN 19 APR
2.30PM & 7.30PM
A joyous rock ‘n’ roll tribute celebrating the timeless harmonies of The Everly Brothers.
From the creators of That’ll Be The Day, Walk Right Back tells the story of the two Kentucky boys behind some of music’s most unforgettable songs.
Travel from their roots to their Royal Albert Hall reunion, with hits including Bye Bye Love, Wake Up Little Susie and All I Have To Do Is Dream, performed with energy and heart.
Vampires Rock: Eternal Love The Musical
FRI 24 & SAT 25 APR
7.30PM
A hilarious, high-energy rock musical packed with fantasy, passion and laughout-loud moments.
Steve Steinman’s brand-new, hilarious rock musical bursting with outrageous characters, killer comedy, and a dark, fantastical tale of vampires and eternal love — all set to original anthems. Featuring powerhouse vocals and fullblown rock concert vibes, this is an electrifying experience you won’t want to miss.
“WHAT A SHOW, WHAT A CAST!”
Seven Drunken Nights
WED 29 APR 7.30PM
Proudly celebrating its 10th Anniversary, Seven Drunken Nights — The Story of The Dubliners is back!
Performed by a phenomenal cast of Irish musicians, the show features classics like Whiskey in the Jar and The Irish Rover.
This ultimate feel-good production celebrates the mastery of Ireland’s favourite sons, in association with O’Donoghue’s pub.
Don’t miss your chance to see the world class production that’s brought a decade of unforgettable nights to packed out theatres across the globe.
Tickets
£33
Seven Drunken Nights is a tribute show to The Dubliners and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Dubliners or Mr John Sheahan.
John Barrowman: My Life in Musicals
THU 30 APR 7.30PM
John Barrowman returns with My Life In Musicals, a sparkling celebration of the greatest West End and Broadway shows.
With a career spanning more than three decades, John has played 22 leading male roles on the West End and Broadway. From Sunset Boulevard to Chicago, Anything Goes to La Cage Aux Folles, Phantom of the Opera to Miss Saigon, he brings his iconic performances to life in one spectacular night of musical theatre magic. Expect stories, laughter, unforgettable anthems and showstoppers delivered with the charisma and flair that made John a global star.
Optional supplementary VIP events are available for purchase: a pre-show Q&A 5.30–6.30pm and a post-show meet & greet immediately after the show. Both must be purchased alongside a main event ticket. Please note there will be no autographs at either event.
Tickets
VIP (supplementary)
Pre-show Q&A
Post-Show Meet & Greet
Both
£38.50
£50
£40
£80
Chris Cleverley
TUE 5 MAY 8.00PM
Chris Cleverley blends dreamy folk, virtuoso guitar and ambient soundscapes into a unique, immersive live experience.
‘Dream-Folk’ songwriter Chris Cleverley mesmerizes with breathtaking fingerstyle guitar over lush ambient textures. Drawing on influences from Elliott Smith and Sufjan Stevens to John Martyn and Nic Jones, his one-man show blends concert performance with meditative calm, warm humour and revitalising energy, leaving audiences feeling refreshed and uplifted.
The King’s Voice
FRI 8 MAY 7.30PM
Experience the magic of Elvis Presley live through the incredible talent of tribute artist Gordon Hendricks.
Gordon Hendricks has built an impressive career as an Elvis Presley tribute artist, inspired from a young age by the rock and roll legend. Growing up in Stoke on Trent in the 70s, he honed his talent singing along to Elvis tracks with his sisters.
His breakthrough came on ITV’s Stars in Their Eyes, where he won the series and caught the attention of Elvis songwriter Geoff Morrow, leading to the recording of “Where Will I Be,” a song meant for Elvis.
Winner of the 2017 ‘World’s Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artiste Champion’ at Graceland, Gordon captures the essence of Elvis from the 1968 comeback special to the Vegas years. On The King’s Voice tour, audiences will enjoy timeless hits performed with energy, skill and the true spirit of Elvis Presley.
Tickets £18.50
Tickets £36
Discounts FRIENDS
MUSIC
POPULAR MUSIC
Tasha Leaper as Madonna
SAT 16 MAY 7.30PM
A high-energy celebration of Madonna’s greatest hits, live on stage with band and dancers.
From Into The Groove to Material Girl, Tasha Leaper performs all of Madonna’s iconic hits with the looks, voice and moves for a truly authentic experience.
With a live band and professional dancers, enjoy replica routines, costume changes and a high-energy concert that will have you dancing in your seat.
The Manfreds
SAT 30 MAY 7.30PM
Celebrate the timeless hits of Manfred Mann live with original members Paul Jones and Tom McGuinness on Get Your Kicks On Tour ’26.
Join original Manfred Mann members Paul Jones and Tom McGuinness, alongside Marcus Cliffe, Simon Currie, Pete Riley and Mike Gorman, for an unforgettable evening of music.
Experience a thrilling two-hour show packed with iconic hits, dynamic jazz and powerful blues.
Enjoy classics like 5-4-3-2-1, Pretty Flamingo, Mighty Quinn and Do Wah Diddy Diddy, alongside rhythm and blues gems and memorable solo successes.
This exceptional line-up is one of the most sought-after live bands in the UK. Don’t miss the chance to get your kicks on tour ’26 with The Manfreds.
Tickets
£31
£28.50
£26
Discounts UNDER 26S
Tickets £33
MUSIC
Katie Whitehouse & Jess Vincent
TUE 2 JUN 8.00PM
Jess Vincent and Katie Whitehouse join forces for intimate 2026 shows, blending folk, Americana and lyrical storytelling.
Singer-songwriters Jess Vincent and Katie Whitehouse bring their distinctive voices together for warm, intimate performances.
Jess blends folk and Americana with haunting vocals and intricate arrangements, while Katie’s tender, spacious songwriting captivates with emotional depth.
Together they create a luminous, open-hearted experience that surprises and delights audiences.
Richard Durrant
THU 4 JUN 7.30PM
An enchanting evening of acoustic and classical guitar with Richard Durrant, blending original compositions, Baroque works and folk-inspired pieces.
Richard Durrant performs haunting originals including The Art of Levitation, Baroque masterpieces and English Folk Baroque in homage to Bert Jansch, Martin Carthy and John Renbourn.
His warm, informative stage presence and virtuosic playing bring emotional depth to every piece.
As heard on BBC Radio 2, 3, 4 and 6 Music.
MUSIC
MUSIC IN THE BAR
Genesis
Connected
SAT 13 JUN 7.30PM
Experience the iconic music of Genesis, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics live on stage.
Fronted by Pete Bultitude, an incredibly versatile vocalist and gifted drummer just like Phil Collins, this show delivers Genesis classics and hits from their biggest-selling members.
Expect Turn It On Again, Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight and more, complete with the iconic double drums, thrilling performances and the timeless energy of these legendary songs.
Whole Lotta
Shakin’
SAT 20 JUN 7.30PM
The world’s only theatre tribute to Shakin’ Stevens, packed with hits, nostalgia and rock ‘n’ roll fun.
Experience the rise of Shakin’ Stevens with Rebel Dean and live band. From early days with The Sunsets to TV fame on Oh Boy, then a full 80s-style concert complete with denim and pink jacket.
Sing along to Green Door, This Ole House, Oh Julie, You Drive Me Crazy and more and discover what’s behind the Green Door!
The Tux Fizz Xperience
FRI 26 JUN 7.30PM
Feel the power of live music like never before with Tux Fizz, a 12-piece show band delivering iconic hits and explosive energy.
Tux Fizz bring legends like Prince, Tina Turner, Queen, Adele and Michael Jackson roaring to life.
Soaring vocals, razor-sharp harmonies and high-voltage instrumentals take you from Motown grooves to rock ’n’ roll thrills.
One night only—sing, dance and experience music reimagined with the unstoppable Tux Fizz Xperience.
SAT 28 NOV 2026 TO SAT 2 JAN 2027
Directed by Olivier Award Winner
Derek Bond (Best Family Show, 2024)
The Addams Family Young@Part
FRI 10 JUL & SAT 11 JUL
6.00PM
RYC Company and Seniors presents The Addams Family Young@Part. Get ready to snap your fingers and laugh along with everyone’s favourite spooky family!
Tickets £14-16
Discounts FAMILY CONCESSION
Dinosaur Adventure
Live: Danger on T-Rex Mountain
TUE 21 JUL
2.00PM & 4.30PM
A dinosaur show 65 million years in the making... Are you ready for the brand-new adventure? This awe-inspiring interactive stage show captivates both young and young at heart, immersing audiences in the enthralling and realistic world of Dinosaurs.
Tickets £18
Choir Summer Concert
WED 22 JUL 7.30PM
Join us for The Roses’ Choir’s annual summer concert, a joyful mix of classics and new arrangements. Led by Gill Robinson, former Choir Leader at the Tower of London. All proceeds support The Roses.
Tickets £10
Holly Clarke with Anna Hughes
TUE 1 SEP 8.00PM
Holly Clarke is a captivating folk singer drawing on traditional ballads and storytelling. Known for her powerful voice and guitar playing, she brings tales of love, loss and folklore to life. Joined by Anna Hughes.
Tickets
£18.50
The Radiohead Project
FRI 11 SEP 7.30PM
The Radiohead Project is a live tribute celebrating Radiohead’s iconic music, from OK Computer to In Rainbows, with authentic performances, stunning visuals and unforgettable energy.
Tickets £30.50
Discounts FRIENDS
Arrival: The Hits of ABBA
FRI 18 SEP 7.30PM
50 years on, Arrival: The Hits of ABBA returns with immersive visuals, sing-along lyrics, dazzling costumes and all the timeless hits, from Waterloo to Mamma Mia and Fernando.
Tickets £30.50
Discounts UNDER 26S
The Addams Family Young@Part Choir Summer Concert
The Radiohead Project
Mark Watson: Before it
Overtakes Us
FRI 25 SEP 7.30PM
Mark Watson returns with Before It Overtakes Us, a fun-packed show exploring humanity’s future, public faux pas, the UK sausage industry and more after 20 years in stand-up and global festivals.
Tickets £26
Julie July Band: The Sandy Denny Experience
SAT 26 SEP 7.30PM
Experience the timeless music of Sandy Denny with haunting classics and original songs, plus band originals, in a night of soulstirring melodies, storytelling, and sing-along magic.
Tickets £22-27
Discounts UNDER 26S FRIENDS
Pam Ayres: Doggedly Onward
THU 1 OCT 7.30PM
On National Poetry Day, Pam Ayres returns to The Roses with her show supporting Cheltenham Animal Shelter, sharing poems from Doggedly Onward and her lifetime of witty, heartfelt insights.
Tickets £40
Filkin’s Drift
TUE 6 OCT 8.00PM
Filkin’s Drift blend traditional melodies with pizzicato grooves, intricate guitar, fiddle, and rich harmonies, inspired by their 870-mile walk along Wales’ coast, weaving a tapestry of shared experiences.
Tickets £18.50
Love Hurts: Rock Anthems & Power Ballads
WED 7 OCT 7.30PM
Love Hurts returns for 2026 with smash-hit power ballads and rock anthems from Queen, AC/DC, Tina Turner and more, delivering a night of raw emotion, powerhouse vocals and thunderous guitars.
Tickets £29
Talon: Busy Being Fabulous
FRI 23 OCT 7.30PM
Talon returns with the Busy Being Fabulous tour, performing the Eagles’ greatest hits like Hotel California, Desperado and Life in the Fast Lane in a worldclass, seven-piece live show.
Tickets £34.50
Pam Ayres: Doggedly Onward
Love Hurts: Rock Anthems & Power Ballads
Mark Watson: Before it Overtakes Us
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• Children aged 3–15 (under 3s go free, provided they sit on a parent or guardian’s lap).
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*Row H has level access and is reserved for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues. Row H is not available to book online so please call our Box Office on 01684 295074 to book.
Guide dogs are welcome.
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri: 10.00am–4.00pm and 6.00pm–7.30pm
Sat: 10.00am-2.00pm and 1 hour before the start of any event.
Sun: 1 hour before the start of any live show or film.
Opening times are subject to change at any time.
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By phone: 01684 295074
Online: rosestheatre.org
In person at Box Office during opening hours. Please telephone the Box Office if you are a group booker, or someone with a disability who would like a Row H seat, or if you are a carer and are making a booking on behalf of someone else.
Access
We welcome all customers; please advise Box Office if you require special assistance.
Wheelchair spaces are available in Row H. To book Row H please call Box Office as they cannot currently be booked online.
Guide dogs welcome.
Hearing: A hearing loop is in operation for film screenings; just turn your hearing aid to T.
Fees & Charges
A postage charge of £2.50 per booking applies if you wish to have your tickets posted to you. You can avoid this charge by collecting your tickets from the Box Office or requesting printable e-tickets. A voluntary contribution will be requested with each transaction to help secure the future of The Roses.
Reservations & Refunds
Reservations: Payment is required for reserved tickets within 3 days of the reservation, or 3 days prior to the date of the event, whichever is the soonest. Any reserved tickets not paid for by this time will be released.
Exchanges: At our discretion, tickets can be exchanged for a different performance of the same event. An administration fee of £2 per ticket applies. We do not offer exchanges on tickets for different events.
Refunds: We do not offer refunds on any tickets unless the event is cancelled or postponed. If you are unable to attend a performance, and the performance is sold out, we may offer to resell your tickets. Members may be credited on performances that they are unable to attend provided we are notified prior to the event. Refund protection (ticket insurance) is available at point of purchase.
Terms & Conditions
Only food and drinks purchased on the premises can be consumed whilst at The Roses. We reserve the right to refuse admission to intoxicated or disorderly people. Age guidance stated for live shows (where applicable) is provided by the visiting companies. The Roses is unable to accept responsibility for accuracy.
Thu 2 & Fri 3 Apr Anton Benson's Mother Goose Various Family
Sat 4 Apr Gigspanner Big Band 7.30pm Folk Music
Tue 7 Apr Lindsay Martin 8.00pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Wed 8 Apr K-Pop Party 2.00pm & 6.00pm Family
Thu 9 Apr Paint & Cheese Night 7.00pm Beyond the Stage Event
Fri 10 Apr The Shoop Shoop-Show: The Cher Collection 7.30pm Popular Music
Sat 11 Apr The Future’s Now Festival All Day Family
Sun 12 Apr Go Your Own Way 7.30pm Popular Music
Mon 13 Apr RYC Youth Theatre Term Starts Youth Theatre
Mon 13 Apr The Roses' Choir Term Starts Community
Tue 14 Apr Quiz Night 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Wed 15 & Thu 16 Apr That'll Be The Day 7.30pm Popular Music
Fri 17 Apr NT Live: All My Sons 7.00pm Event Cinema
Sat 18 Apr The Treorchy Male Choir 7.00pm Music
Sun 19 Apr Walk Right Back 2.30pm & 7.30pm Popular Music
Tue 21 Apr Open Mic Night 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Thu 23 Apr Flamenco Express 7.30pm Dance
Fri 24 & Sat 25 Apr Vampires Rock: Eternal Love The Musical 7.30pm Musical
Sun 26 Apr RBO: The Magic Flute 2.00pm Event Cinema
Tue 28 Apr Drink & Draw 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Wed 29 Apr Seven Drunken Nights 7.30pm Music
Thu 30 Apr John Barrowman: My Life in Musicals 7.30pm Musical
Tue 5 May Chris Cleverley 8.00pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Wed 6 May RBO: Eugene Onegin 6.00pm Event Cinema
Thu 7 May Strange, But True Crime 7.30pm Talk
Fri 8 May The King's Voice 7.30pm Popular music
Sun 10 May Roots & Reflections All Day Family
Tue 12 May Quiz Night 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Thu 14 May Tomorrow 7.30pm Dance
Fri 15 May Bloomin' Fest 7.30pm Festival
Sat 16 May Tasha Leaper as Madonna 7.30pm Popular music
Tue 19 May Open Mic Night 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Tue 26 May Drink & Draw 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Tue 26 May Silly Shakespeare Play and a Day 9.30am Family
Thu 28 May Art Bunch 10.30am Family
Thu 28 May Taylor Swift Tribute 7.00pm Family
Sat 30 May The Manfreds 7.30pm Music
Mon 1 Jun RYC Youth Theatre Term Starts Youth Theatre
Mon 1 Jun The Roses' Choir Term Starts Community
Tue 2 Jun Katie Whitehouse & Jess Vincent 8.00pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Wed 3 Jun NT Live: The Playboy of the Western World 7.00pm Event Cinema
Thu 4 Jun Richard Durrant 7.30pm Music
Fri 5 & Sat 6 Jun Gary Delaney: Gary on Laughing 8.00pm Comedy
Tue 9 Jun Quiz Night 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Sat 13 Jun Genesis Connected 7.30pm Popular Music
Tue 16 Jun Open Mic 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Thu 18 Jun The Adventures of Peter Pan's Shadow 6.00pm Family
Fri 19 Jun Ballet Cymru: Sleeping Beauty 7.00pm Dance
Sat 20 Jun Whole Lotta Shakin' 7.30pm Popular Music
Tue 23 Jun Drink & Draw 7.30pm Tuesday Nights at The Roses Bar
Thu 25 Jun Oddsocks: Romeo & Juliet 6.30pm Drama at Victoria Gardens
Fri 26 Jun The Tux Fizz Xperience 7.30pm Popular Music
Sat 27 June NT Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses 7.00pm Event Cinema
Go to rosestheatre.org to browse events further ahead in 2026.
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Address: Sun Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 5NX
By car:
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By bus:
The nearest bus stops to The Roses are in Sun Street, or outside Boots. Please check bus timetables for current information.
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