What's On July - December 2023 FINAL

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WHAT’S ON GUIDE

JULY - DECEMBER 2023

WHAT’S ON AT A GLANCE

Wednesday, July 5 RHYTHM OF THE DANCE

Saturday, July 8 DRAGGED TAE THE

Wednesday, July 12 - GIZ GIZ PRESENTS:

Saturday, July 15 .....................FOOTLOOSE

Sunday, July 16 FIREMAN SAM LIVE!

SAVES THE CIRCUS

Thursday, July 20 A FAMILY MAGIC SHOW ......................................................WITH GARRY SEAGRAVES

Friday, July 21 - THE WIZARD OF OZ -

Sunday, July 23 SUMMER FAMILY ......................................................PANTOMIME

Thursday, July 27 IRELAND THE SHOW

Thursday, August 3 - GLASVILLE

Friday, August 4

Saturday, August 5 ULTIMATE POP PARTY

Saturday, August 12 NEW JERSEY BOYS

Friday, August 18 AN ABBA DREAM

Saturday, August 19 CELEBRATE LOVE RARA’S

BIRTHDAY!

Thursday, August 24 - WRAY THOMSON

Friday, August 25

Saturday, August 26 MONEY FOR NOTHING

Friday, September 1 ENDLESS LOVE THE SHOW - A TRIBUTE TO LIONEL RICHIE & DIANA ROSS

Wednesday, September 6 JENNY ECLAIR: SIXTY

(FFS!)

Thursday, September 7 UK PINK FLOYD

Saturday, September 9 AN EVENING WITH ALY ......................................................BAIN AND PHIL CUNNINGHAM

Sunday, September 10 PHILOMENA BEGLEY: I ......................................................AINT OVER THE HILL TOUR

Tuesday, September 12 - TIM VINE: BREEEEP!

Wednesday, September 13

Thursday, September 14 A TRIBUTE TO THE ......................................................CARPENTERS

Friday, September 15 SWEET CAROLINE

Sunday, September 17 FISCHY MUSIC 25TH ......................................................ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

Monday, September 18 KING OF POP

Wednesday, September 20 QUE SERA SERA

Thursday, September 21 PAUL YOUNG - BEHIND

LENS

Friday, September 22 CELINE - MY HEART WILL GO ON

Sunday, September 24 SOUNDS OF SPRINGSTEEN

Thursday, September 28 BEN HART: JADOO

Saturday, September 30 THE STARS OF IRISH

SHOW

Sunday, October 1 GARY DELANEY: GARY IN

Tuesday, October 3 - OLDMACHAR ACADEMY

Wednesday, October 4 ............PRESENTS: HIGH SCHOOL ......................................................MUSICAL

Thursday, October 5 FIONA KENNEDY & FRIENDS. BACK AGAIN!

Friday, October 6 JUST BEATLES

Tuesday, October 10 MISSION: THE SONGS OF BOND

Thursday, October 12 LLOYD COLE

Friday, October 13 MARTI PELLOW - PELLOW ......................................................TALK: THE LOST CHAPTER

Saturday, October 14 THE SPIRIT OF BAD ......................................................COMPANY & FREE

Sunday, October 15 - HANSEL AND GRETEL

Tuesday, October 17

Wednesday, October 18 THE GHOSTING OF RABBIE ......................................................BURNS

Thursday, October 19 QUEENZ - THE SHOW WITH BALLS

Friday, October 20 JUST MY IMAGINATION

Saturday, October 21 TWIST & SHOUT

Sunday, October 22 EVERYTHING CHANGESTAKE THAT TRIBUTE SHOW

Monday, October 23 MUM’S THE WORD

Tuesday, October 24 MISTY’S MAGICAL ADVENTURE

Wednesday, October 25 SHAPE OF YOU - THE MUSIC ......................................................OF ED SHEERAN

Thursday, October 26 PRIDE OF IRELAND

Friday, October 27 - HOTEL CALIFORNIA

Saturday, October 28

Sunday, October 29 THE DOLLS BACK WI’ A ......................................................BANG!

Tuesday, October 31 THE HAUNTED THEATRE

Wednesday, November 1 SOMEONE LIKE YOU - THE ......................................................ADELE SONGBOOK

Thursday, November 2 BIG DICKEY WHITTINGTON......................................................ADULT PANTO

Friday, November 3 FRANCIS ROSSI - TUNES & ......................................................CHAT

Monday, November 6 TEENAGE FANCLUB

Wednesday, November 8 PAUL SMITH - JOKER

Saturday, November 11 JOHNNY LEE MEMPHIS (ABSOLUTE ELVIS)

Wednesday, November 15 SWING INTO CHRISTMAS ......................................................WITH DOWN FOR THE COUNT ......................................................ORCHESTRA

Thursday, November 16 DREAMBOYS - NO STRINGS ......................................................ATTACHED

Friday, November 17 MARK NELSON: ALL THE BEST

Saturday, November 18 THE FIDDLERS’ RALLY

Wednesday, November 22, HARLEQUIN PRODUCTIONS

- Saturday, November 25 PRESENTS: SCHOOL OF ROCK

Friday, December 1, - ATTIC THEATRE PRESENTS:

Friday, December 22 BEAUTY AND THE BEASTFAMILY PANTO

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DECEMBER 2023
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RHYTHM OF THE DANCE

Wednesday, July 5

Rhythm of the Dance has brought audiences around the world to their feet for over two decades and is returning with a brand-new production. Featuring world class live musicians, vocalists and champion dancers, the show will be a completely immersive experience. Join us on a journey through Ireland’s history from the ancient, rich in legend and myth, to the modern, urban Ireland that we see today, bursting at the seams, now more than ever with talent.

TIME: 7:30 PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / DANCE | TICKETS: £32.50

DRAGGED TAE THE STEAMIE

Saturday, July 8

Following a sell-out run in 2022 Dragged Tae The Steamie is dragging itself across Scotland for a Summer Tour in 2023. Dragged Tae The Steamie is the official authorised Drag adaptation of The Steamie by Tony Roper with Songs by Dave Anderson with the characters portrayed by actors in drag. Join Mrs Culfeathers, Magrit, Doreen, Dolly and Andy on Hogmanay 1953 as they laugh talk and cry doing the final wash of the year in a Glasgow public washhouse.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS | GENRE: COMEDY | TICKETS: £28.13 - £22.50

GIZ GIZ PRESENTS: FOOTLOOSE

Wednesday, July 12 - Saturday, July 15

Giz Giz youth theatre celebrating their 40th anniversary as Aberdeen’s longest running youth theatre group presents Footloose the musical. Based on the 1980s screen sensation which took the world by storm, Footloose sizzles with spirit, fun and great young talent. You’ll enjoy classic 80s hits including Holding Out for a Hero, Almost Paradise, Let’s Hear It For The Boy and of course the unforgettable title track Footloose.

TIME: 7PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSICAL |TICKETS: £20.25-£18

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FIREMAN SAM LIVE! SAVES THE CIRCUS

Sunday, July 16

Join Sam, Penny, Elvis, Station Officer Steele and Norman in an all singing, dancing, action-packed show. You can become a fire-fighter cadet and then watch the magic of the circus.

So, come along to Pontypandy and watch the adventures unfold!

TIME: 12PM & 3:30PM | AGE: ALL | GENRE: FAMILY | TICKETS: £18.56 - £17.44

A FAMILY MAGIC SHOW WITH GARRY SEAGRAVES

Thursday, July 20

Following on from the Tivoli’s usual Christmas magic show we are delighted to welcome back Garry Seagraves the Magician, and his assistant Basil the live white rabbit to the Tivoli this summer! All kids and adults alike love magic, so join us for a fun filled afternoon.

TIME: 2:00PM | AGE: ALL | GENRE: FAMILY | TICKETS: £7.84

THE WIZARD OF OZ - SUMMER FAMILY PANTOMIME

Friday, July 21 - Sunday, July 23

Follow us down the Yellow Brick Road to The Tivoli in our Summer Panto ‘The Wizard of OZ’

TIME: VARIOUS TIMES | AGE: ALL | GENRE: PANTOMIME / FAMILY | TICKETS: £5.00

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IRELAND THE SHOW

Thursday, July 27

Featuring an all-star Irish cast of the Emerald Isle’s most talented awardwinning performers, accompanied by the fabulous Keltic Storm Band and world champion Gael Force Irish dancers from Kerry, Mayo and Clare. This unmissable production will take you on a journey through the decades of a globally loved culture.

If it’s all things Irish you like, then this is certainly the show for you.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: IRISH MUSIC | TICKETS: £28.13

GLASVILLE

Thursday, August 3 - Friday, August 4

Glasville is a modern country covers act, formed in 2014 originally as a tribute to the music from the ‘Nashville’ tv show. In a change of direction in 2021, Glasville now perform music from legends of country music old and new. Friday night performance SOLD OUT!

TIME: 7PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £25.82

ULTIMATE POP PARTY

Saturday, August 5

Get ready for the Ultimate Pop Party! This pop concert extravaganza features the UK’s top tribute acts to Ariana Grande (Ariana Live), Dua Lipa (Dupa Lipa) and Little Mix (Little Fix). The biggest solo female pop stars join the world’s greatest girl group for the Ultimate Pop Party! With incredible stage production and professional dancers this is a show not to be missed! Perfect for the little one’s first concert experience or a fun day out for all the family!

TIME: 2.30PM | AGE: FAMILY | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £19.70 - £16.90

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NEW JERSEY BOYS

Saturday, August 12

The New Jersey Boys bring you all the hits from Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, along with some very special guests!

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £28.13 - £25.88

AN ABBA DREAM

Friday, August 18

An ABBA Dream was formed after many years of touring in a variety of ABBA productions including sold out Theatre Shows and Festivals. They are highly experienced in entertaining audiences far and wide, specialising in getting a crowd full of ABBA fans going. Their stage performance brings high-energy routines, stunning vocals and leaves crowds blown away by their resemblance to ABBA.

Bringing this wealth of experience, they will leave you singing Mamma Mia……. Gimme Gimme Gimme more!

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £28.13 - £25.88

CELEBRATE LOVE RARA’S 10TH BIRTHDAY!

Saturday, August 19

Come Celebrate Love Rara’s 10th Birthday with an all singing and dancing interactive show with some of your favourite superheroes and princesses. A magical adventure not to be missed.

Meet and greet tickets includes meet and greet with all cast on stage after the show, goodie bag and VIP lanyards.

TIME: 12PM & 3PM | AGE: ALL | GENRE: FAMILY | TICKETS: £14.06 - £6.75

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WRAY THOMSON

Thursday, August 24 - Friday, August 25

Scots’ comedian and firm northeast favourite Wray Thomson is bringing his very own brand of Doric humour with what promises to be a sell-out show with laughs from the minute he steps on stage.

Tales of his Fraserburgh upbringing combined with social commentary on today’s weird world will leave you itching to see him again.

Not for the easily offended.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: 18+ | GENRE: COMEDY | TICKETS: £20.00 - £18.00

MONEY FOR NOTHING

Saturday, August 26

Money for Nothing was formed in 2000 as a tribute to one of the world’s premier rock bands – Dire Straits. The abundant energy and the excellence and musicality of their performance makes Money For Nothing a “must see” for any rock enthusiast or Dire Straits fan. The line-up features topclass and experienced musicians that make this band a worthy tribute to Dire Straits. The band have studied Dire Straits in great depth to re-create their tribute to be as close as possible to the real thing. Don’t miss out, book your tickets today!

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £29.25 - £27.00

ENDLESS LOVE THE SHOW - A TRIBUTE TO LIONEL RICHIE & DIANA ROSS

Friday, September 1

Get ready for the ultimate feel-good show celebrating the music of legendary hitmakers – Lionel Richie and Diana Ross. Featuring authentic live arrangements taken from both Lionel’s and Diana’s original touring shows. Endless Love is an electrifying, joyful and emotional rollercoaster guaranteed to get you singing along and on your feet! This wonderfully produced show brilliantly captures the glitz, glamour and sentiment of soaring love songs with audiences rocking out to 80s classics and gettin’ down to outright dancefloor fillers.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £31.50

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JENNY ECLAIR: SIXTY PLUS! (FFS!)

Wednesday, September 6

Tour Extended Due to Popular Demand. Contains new material for 2023. Having hit 60 (but still a year younger than Madonna), Jenny Eclair AKA ‘The Face of Vagisan’ confronts a new decade of decrepitude. Now that it takes 20 minutes of scrolling down to find her DOB when she’s filling in forms online, should she celebrate or crawl into a hole? What will her 60’s hold for this 1960’s babe and is it a legal requirement to buy Nordic walking poles?

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: 14+ | GENRE: COMEDY | TICKETS: £24.75

UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE

Thursday, September 7

Celebrating 50 years since the release of their iconic album The Dark Side of The Moon, UK Pink Floyd Experience recreate the sights and sounds of the legendary band in concert. This highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live, featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and over two hours of incredible music! Come and share the passion for Pink Floyd’s music as we perform iconic songs from seminal albums such as “The Dark Side of The Moon”, “Animals”, “Wish you Were Here”, “The Wall” and new for 2023 the much-requested masterpiece, Echoes! A true celebration of all things Floyd.

TIME: 7:30M | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £28.69

AN EVENING WITH ALY BAIN AND PHIL CUNNINGHAM

Saturday, September 9

Together Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music. With their musical magic and quick-witted humour, they will pull your emotional strings one moment and have you falling off the seat with laughter the next. Mike Russell has described them as “probably the best traditional musicians you are ever likely to hear”

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £28.13

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PHILOMENA BEGLEY: I AINT OVER THE HILL TOUR

Sunday, September 10

Philomena Begley is widely known as the Queen of Irish Country and is a name that needs very little introduction and is synonymous throughout Ireland and beyond. Philomena has been at the forefront of Irish country music now for 60 years and during this time she has had a glittering career that has seen her achieve countless accolades and scoring dozens of No.1 hit songs that include “The Blanket on the Ground”,”Truck Driving Woman” and “The Queen of the Silver Dollar” to name but a few, along with being a regular guest on all major TV and radio shows.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / IRISH MUSIC | TICKETS: £28.13

TIM VINE: BREEEEP!

Tuesday, September 12 - Wednesday, September 13

It’s Tim Vine and he’s back with a brand-new stand-up show! Come and enjoy a mountain of nonsense, daft one-liners, joyful songs, wobbly props and ridiculous humour. (Plus, utter drivel.) Witness the stupidity. Then leave. Switched on the Christmas lights in Cheam two years on the run. All tickets non-refundable.

‘Is there a more ludicrous comedian in Britain?’ (The Times)

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: 12+ | GENRE: COMEDY | TICKETS: £28.13

A TRIBUTE TO THE CARPENTERS

Thursday, September 14

The original Carpenters tribute is back with a brand-new show for 2023! It’s time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true with A Tribute to the Carpenters. Featuring Gordy Marshall’s, The British Carpenters, starring the fantastic Sally Creedon as Karen Carpenter and with an incredible cast made up of musicians straight from London’s West End.

Join us for one very special night, on top of the world, to create a dream come true, celebrating the legendary music of the Carpenters.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £33.75

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SWEET CAROLINE

Friday, September 15

Starring renowned tribute artist Gary Ryan, as seen on ‘Stars in Their Eyes’! The show will take you for one special evening, back to where it began. A musical journey celebrating 50 years of some of the greatest music ever written. From the producers of Fastlove and The Magic of Motown, celebrate the music that has endured through six generations as we bring you all things Diamond with a sensational live show.

Enjoy all the hits such as, Forever In Blue Jeans, America and Love On The Rocks and of course, the unforgettable Sweet Caroline. The good times never seemed so good!

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £

FISCHY MUSIC 25TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

Sunday, September 17

Join the fabulous Fischy Music band and celebrate 25 years of Fischy Music! This great big feel-good sing-along will feature Fischy’s greatest hits including ‘Build Up’ and ‘You Are a Star’, with a few surprises too!

Since its founding in 1998, Fischy Music has written hundreds of songs with and for children to help them express and explore emotions.

With over 1 million plays every year, Fischy Music songs nurture children’s wellbeing in hundreds of primary schools across the country.

Don’t miss this fun-filled family show!

TIME: 3PM | AGE: ALL | GENRE: FAMILY | TICKETS: £13.50

KING OF POP

Monday, September 18

King Of Pop is led by the world’s greatest Michael Jackson tribute artist ‘Navi’, with his incredible live band and dancers. Navi is the only tribute artist ever to be chosen by Michael Jackson himself.

Navi’s thrilling show will take you closer than ever imagined to an original Jackson concert. Don’t miss this outstanding production featuring hits such as Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Black or White, Man In The Mirror and the ‘Jackson Five’ classics in a show suitable for the whole family.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £28.12

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QUE SERA SERA

Wednesday, September 20

Que Sera Sera is a magnificent show that pays homage to one of Hollywood’s greatest stars – Doris Day. This show will be your ‘Secret Love’ as our three international vocalists supported by a team of professional dancers perform these beautiful songs leaving you feeling ‘Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered’ and full of nostalgia – simply wishing we were back to those good old days.

TIME: 7PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £20.25

PAUL YOUNG - BEHIND THE LENS

Thursday, September 21

He’s been a major star for four decades. Paul Young broke into the big time 40 years ago when No Parlez went to number one and spawned iconic hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home). More success followed with the number one album The Secret Of Association and the worldwide hit Everytime You Go Away, not forgetting an appearance at Live Aid and more. Paul sustained that success – while having fun in his tex-mex band, Los Pacaminos. Now, on the 40th anniversary of No Parlez, he’s releasing a remarkable new record and publishing his extraordinary memoir; both called Behind The Lens.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: 16+ | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £80.00 - £30.00

CELINE - MY HEART WILL GO ON

Friday, September 22

Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK. My Heart Will Go On is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. Starring Alexandra Darby as ‘Celine Dion’ and an outstanding live band, the audience are taken on a magical ride through four decades of hits that include: The Power Of Love, It’s All Coming Back To Me Now, I’m Alive, All By Myself, Because You Loved Me, My Heart Will Go On and many more… Join us for an unmissable evening as we pay homage to the Queen of Power Ballads.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £28.00

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SOUNDS OF SPRINGSTEEN

Sunday, September 24

THE SOUND OF SPRINGSTEEN brings to the stage some of the greatest hits and deep cuts from Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and continues their ever-popular tour around the UK. This fantastic 8-piece tribute to “The Boss” is ready to rock theatres across the country with songs such as ‘Born In The USA’; ‘Glory Days’; ‘Dancing In The Dark’; and some of Bruce’s most recent hits, including ‘Ghosts’. This incredibly talented group of musicians have won the hearts of fans and critics alike.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: TRIBUTE / MUSIC | TICKETS: £29.81

BEN HART: JADOO

Thursday, September 28

World-renowned, multi award-winning magician and west-end star Ben Hart returns to the stage in his most personal show yet. Drawn from his experience of travelling India to discover lost, real magic, Hart sheds his usual sleight-of-hand trickery and lies in favour of stunning displays of wonderment, mysticism, extra-sensory power, and a search for the truth… Rooted in his family heritage in India, this mind-popping show is rich in colour, infectious passion, and wicked humour.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: 14+ | GENRE: SOMETHING DIFFERENT | TICKETS: £19.69

THE STARS OF IRISH COUNTRY SHOW

Saturday, September 30

Following a hugely successful tour last year to nightly standing ovations join 4 of the Emerald Isles favourite Country Music Stars all in one super show. Featuring the young global sensation Owen Mac from Derry with his angelic voice, the energetic Laois man Shawn Cuddy, the gentle giant of Country Music from Longford Mick Flavin and Co. Each of the 4 stars will showcase their trademark hit singalong songs in the company of the fantastic backing band Keltic Storm!

This is the ideal night of toe tapping and hand clapping Irish Country magic!

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: IRISH MUSIC | TICKETS: £28.13

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GARY DELANEY: GARY IN PUNDERLAND

Sunday, October 1

Get ready to dive into a rabbit hole of the best jokes in the world – star of Live at the Apollo and sell-out sensation Gary Delaney is back!

One of the most sought-after joke writers in the country and longstanding Mock the Week special guest, Gary has been through the laughing glass and he’s ready to bring you a brand-new show with hit after hit of the kind of one-liners only a master could craft. If you’re hunting for snark, Gary’s got it covered!

TIME: 8PM | AGE: 14+ | GENRE: COMEDY | TICKETS: £22.50

OLDMACHAR ACADEMY PRESENTS: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL

Tuesday, October 3 - Wednesday, October 4

Oldmachar Academy presents High School Musical.

Troy Bolton, the star athlete at a small-town high school, falls for clever beauty Gabriella Montez at a holiday karaoke party. When they return to campus, Troy and Gabriella audition for the upcoming school musical. Meanwhile, the jealous Sharpay Evans conspires to squelch their chances. The two must struggle to make it to auditions while also meeting their existing obligations to the basketball team and the academic decathlon.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ALL | GENRE: MUSICAL | TICKETS: £15

FIONA KENNEDY & FRIENDS. BACK AGAIN!

Thursday, October 5

Fiona Kennedy returns to the Tivoli Theatre stage this autumn following her sell-out show at the end of 2022. She grew up steeped in the singing tradition of her father, the famous Calum Kennedy. Her songs span Scottish, Americana and popular music genres. The curtain opens on ‘Back Again’ on Thursday 5th October, with Fiona joined in concert by verb a host of talented musical friends - Aberdeenshire’s fiddle maestro Paul Anderson, pianist Neil Birse, guitarist Nils Elders, multi-instrumentalist Ali Napier, accordionist Frank Thomson and the singing clarsach player, Irene Watt who also leads The Mearns Singers.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £22.50

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JUST BEATLES

Friday, October 6

Just Beatles, Scotland’s home-grown ensemble of musicians, will perform their spectacular critically acclaimed show that gives you a concert experience of 120 minutes of pure Beatles’ nostalgia. Expect a set that includes tracks from the early years of the Cavern, through to the psychedelic masterpiece of Sgt. Pepper,right the way to the Apple Rooftop show of 1969. All played completely live using authentic instruments and equipment. This concert promises to be another fantastic night to remember for all Beatles fans, young and old, new or long-standing.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: TRIBUTE / MUSIC | TICKETS: £24.75

MISSION: THE SONGS OF BOND

Tuesday, October 10

MISSION: THE SONGS OF BOND celebrate all the famous Bond theme songs and the amazing vocalists who sang them.

Set in the Headquarters of an intelligence unit the cast are set a tough mission to perform the 26 Bond songs including the 2 unofficial songs. The cast consists of 4 fantastic vocalists, who are supported by a team of dancer’s and international Illusionists – The Art of Illusion.

Every song and vocal performance is an anthem and audiences will be taken on an unforgettable vocal journey through the memories, drama and the epic-ness that is Bond!

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £22.50

LLOYD COLE

Thursday, October 12

Lloyd Cole new album, ‘On Pain’, his twelfth album as a solo artist and features eight new Lloyd Cole songs, four of which are co-written by Commotions founding members Blair Cowan and Neil Clark, who also perform on the record.

Says Lloyd: “I’m excited to still be finding new methods, new perspectives, new sounds. The album may be nearing commercial death, but my career has been in that state for almost 30 years and here we are, still, and I still want to make albums. I still want to be heard. I’m very much looking forward to being on stage with Neil, and Blair in October.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £28.13

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MARTI PELLOW - PELLOW TALK: THE LOST CHAPTER

Friday, October 13

I’ve been thrilled with the response to Pellow Talk. It has been the most intimate show I’ve done….. I wanted to do some more shows in this way and The Lost Chapter is a reimagined show that connects you, the audience, with me, the songwriter. It’s Pellow Talk – The Lost Chapter, an exploration of the songwriter, and the songs that make the man.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £101.25 - £37.13

THE SPIRIT OF BAD COMPANY & FREE

Saturday, October 14

The Spirit of Bad Company & Free is a concert experience that gives 100 minutes of pure Bad Company and Free nostalgia. The line-up, made up predominantly from the touring band Hotel California Scotland, sympathetically and faithfully recreate the authentic sound and feel of the ultimate Paul Rodgers back catalogue. Expect a set that includes classic tracks ranging from Feel Like Makin’ Love to Wishing Well; All Right Now to Can’t Get Enough. You will also hear an acoustic section with beautiful piano melodies and vocal harmony. The back catalogue is exceptional, appealing to audiences of every age, evoking memories and touching the hearts and souls of each new generation.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: 14+ | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £22.15

HANSEL AND GRETEL

Sunday, October 15 - Tuesday, October 17

Join us for our most scrumptious adventure yet as Hansel and Gretel find themselves lost in the depths of the forbidden woods while looking for their father. Little do they know the wicked old witch is looking for her next tasty victim. Hansel and Gretel along with the help of the sugar plumb fairy need to defeat the witch and break the curse which transformed their father into a gingerbread man. With a laugh a minute script, toe tapping musical numbers and fun for all the family… Hansel and Gretel are the only sugar fix you’ll need this October!

TIME: VARIOUS TIMES | AGE: ALL | GENRE: FAMILY / PANTO | TICKETS: £6.00

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THE GHOSTING OF RABBIE BURNS

Wednesday, October 18

The Ghosting of Rabbie Burns By Gillian Duffy

***** ‘Outstanding’ – Get Your Coats On / ***** ‘Magical’ – London Fringe Theatre Review

Time for the Lothario ghost of Scotland’s Bard to learn some lessons in modern love...and ghosting! For everything you don’t know about modern love, dating and ghosting, Gillian Duffy’s critically acclaimed comedy drama has the answers. Coming to the Tivoli Theatre 18th October 2023. 18th Century Romance meets 21st Century Dating in this musical comedy drama, which covers everything from love, dating, breakups and, most importantly, ghosting – the perfect Halloween night out!

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: 14+ | GENRE: COMEDY / PLAY | TICKETS: £16.88

QUEENZ - THE SHOW WITH BALLS

Thursday, October 19

Direct from their sold-out run in London’s West End and countless 5-star reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, QUEENZ has been blowing the minds of audiences up and down the country with their trailblazing, LIVE VOCAL, drag extravaganza!

With the moves of Britney and voices like Whitney, these dragtastic divas are the real deal and will have you feeling fierce and fabulous before you know it! Serving up a set list of remixed and reimagined pop anthems, including, ‘Queen Of The Night, Born This Way, Raining Men, I Will Survive, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, Musical Mashups and so much more!

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: 14 + | GENRE: MUSIC / DANCE | TICKETS: £29.25

JUST MY IMAGINATION

Friday, October 20

Just My Imagination is a celebration of the Motown legends named by Billboard Magazine as ‘The Number 1 Group In The History Of Rhythm And Blues!’

Featuring a cast of dynamic West End performers and directed by the 6-time Olivier Nominated actor and choreographer Jason Pennycooke, this production looks set to become the new ‘Jersey Boys’.

Just My Imagination brings a fresh, exhilarating and incomparable night of sing along, dance along magic to theatres throughout the UK!

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £28.13

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TWIST & SHOUT

Saturday, October 21

Twist & Shout – an all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late Sixties.

Music lovers are invited to return to a time when skirts got shorter and hair got longer as an incredible cast revive the hits of The Beatles, Herman’s Hermits, Gerry and the Pacemakers, The Rolling Stones, Cilla Black, Manfred Mann, Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Sandy Shaw and many more.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £27.00

EVERYTHING CHANGESTAKE THAT TRIBUTE SHOW

Sunday, October 22

Back by demand! Join the UK’s favourite tribute act Everything Changes –Take That Tribute Show featuring Robbie for the ultimate Take That night, with 11-piece band and dancers. Join the fun and be part of the action as the band take to the stage to perform all Take That & Robbie Williams greatest hits. This amazing production will see you enjoy all the songs from the early day up to the current hits, immerse yourself into the Take That spectacular and sing, dance and party all night long.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £27.51

MUM’S THE WORD

Monday, October 23

This witty entertaining show which is set to tour the UK stars Eastenders GEMMA BISSIX, the Hilarious SARAH DEARLOVE from Housewives on Holiday and introducing the talented AMY AMBROSE. Whether it’s leaving the house without your bra, crying in the Supermarket aisles for no reason, or secretly thinking you had given birth to E.T. You won’t feel alone when listening to these women portray the ‘beauty’ of bringing new life into the world…or forgetting where they left it. If you’re a mum-to-be, about to have your first grandchild or even the cat’s mother in need of a witty romp through the trials and tribulations of parental life, then this is the show for you.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: 16+ AND MUMS OF ALL AGES | GENRE: COMEDY / PLAY | TICKETS: £29.25

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MISTY’S MAGICAL ADVENTURE

Tuesday, October 24

Misty’s Magical Adventure is the enchanting tale of Misty the Dragon written by Aberdeen panto favourite Alan McHugh. Misty, along with her pal Shuggy the Chef must save the Princess Dragonette from the evil Chillblain and his icy breath. We join Misty in her castle in Dragonland for this epic adventure for all the family. With its spell binding effects and catchy songs this show will have everyone ROARing with laughter from start to finish.

TIME: 1PM & 3PM | AGE: 7 AND UNDER | GENRE: FAMILY / CHILDREN | TICKETS: £15 + BF

SHAPE OF YOU - THE MUSIC OF ED SHEERAN

Wednesday, October 25

Come and watch a show like no other, and sing along to Ed Sheeran’s biggest hits, on the ‘Shape of You’ tour. ‘The Music of Ed Sheeran’ brings the UK’s favourite singer-songwriter to the stage in the hit stage show. Featuring the incredible Daniel East on lead vocals, and a vastly talented supporting band, the show is a truly authentic production, drawing from an awesome anthology that includes the multi-million selling albums Divide and Multiply, and from his latest album Equals.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: 12+ | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £25.00 – £18.00

PRIDE OF IRELAND

Thursday, October 26

Come along to this fabulous night of Irish music, fun and laughter, jam packed with the very best of Irish entertainment and starring Ireland’s most dynamic and versatile performers.

This stunning line up is headlined by International Recording Star MIKE DENVER (The Galway Boy) and internationally renowned Recording Star BRENDAN SHINE.

Come and celebrate in true Irish style!

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: IRISH MUSIC | TICKETS: £33.19

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HOTEL CALIFORNIA

Friday, October 27 - Saturday, October 28

Hotel California will perform their spectacular show that gives you a concert experience of 100 minutes of pure Eagles nostalgia.

You’ll return to a dark desert highway, cool wind in your hair, or stand on that street corner in Winslow, Arizona when you join Hotel California as they faithfully re-create The Eagles and their Californian Sunshine Rock sound. Expect a set that includes tracks from the outstanding Long Road Out Of Eden album. The Eagles’ music is timeless, appealing to audiences of every age, bringing back memories and touching the hearts and souls of each new generation.

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: 14 + | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £22.50

THE DOLLS BACK WI’ A BANG!

Sunday, October 29

Scotland’s top comedy stars Louise McCarthy and Gayle Telfer Stevens are back with a brand-new show for 2023!

Back Wi’ A Bang! is a brand-new style of variety show for the new decade. The Dolls and their special guest stars put on a dazzling show that will tickle your fancy and get your knickers in a right twist.

The Dolls will be joined by Scotland’s Best Drag Queen Reba Martell, the sexy “Scheme Boys” dancers, and star Vocalist Jane Henderson. Not for the fainthearted or the weans under 18.

TIME: 4:00PM | AGE: 18+ | GENRE: COMEDY | TICKETS: £31.50

THE HAUNTED THEATRE

Tuesday, October 31

A venue manager is convinced his venue has ghostly spirits and they are causing havoc in the theatre. There are claims of 3 ghosts – frightening members of the public and performers – the ghost of a musician, a dancer, and an old stagehand. The manager calls in the ghost hunters to investigate. The Haunted Theatre is a show that will have audiences jumping and heartbeats racing with audiences left saying ‘did you see that?’ ‘What was that?’ Amazing corner-of-the-eye visuals and trickery. With a cast of 6 performers – this is truly a thought-provoking, mindbusting, haunting of a show.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: PLAY | TICKETS: £16.88

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SOMEONE LIKE YOU - THE ADELE SONGBOOK

Wednesday, November 1

Someone Like You – The Adele Songbook is an outstanding live concert performance featuring stunning vocals, a super-talented band and an incredible repertoire of all your favourite Adele hits – including songs from the brand-new album ’30.’ Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC Special, the outstanding Katie Markham leads this worldclass show – from powerhouse vocal performances to intimate acoustic songs. Prepare to fall in love again with songs such as Make You Feel My Love, Someone Like You, Rolling In The Deep, Skyfall, ‘Easy On Me’, ‘Oh My God’ and many more!

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £28.13

BIG DICKEY WHITTINGTON - ADULT PANTO

Thursday, November 2

Our hero Dickey returns in another tale of filth and fun! With dreams of becoming the greatest adult film star in the world, he heads to London to seek his fortune! However, like a fool he falls in love with Alice and ends up fighting for her affections. But where there’s women there’s trouble, and he ends up being banished from London – the cheek of it! Will Dickey return to save the day? Will he get the girl? Will he ever make a dirty movie? Find out in the latest instalment from the adult panto team – it’s sure to be another hilariously mucky night!

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: 18+ | GENRE: COMEDY / ADULT PANTO | TICKETS: £21.38

FRANCIS ROSSI - TUNES & CHAT

Friday, November 3

Status Quo legend Francis Rossi is taking up his acoustic guitar to bring you a selection of well-known hits and some previously not-performedlive-before tunes. It’ll be a unique evening in which Francis will reprise fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career. Expect original-style, acoustic versions of Quo classics, threaded together with chat in this music based evening. VIP packages are available for those wishing to meet Francis before the show.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: 16+ | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £33.60 / VIP TICKETS £89.60

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TEENAGE FANCLUB

Monday, November 6

In October and November this year Teenage Fanclub will be heading off on an extensive tour across the UK and other European countries. We’re doing something we haven’t done before which is (except for Leeds and Brussels) a tour of all seated venues.

Quote from the band: “So, for the tour this year in October and November we decided to put together a run of dates in seated venues, for the dual purpose of both playing shows in a theatre environment and in venues that are mostly places we haven’t played before. For both band and audience this tour should be an enjoyably novel experience”

TIME: 7:30PM | AGE: OVER 14S ONLY - U16s WITH ADULT | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £25

PAUL SMITH - JOKER

Wednesday, November 8

Paul smith is back with a brand-new tour! ‘Joker’ is his biggest and funniest tour show to date in which the scouse funny man mixes his trademark audience interaction with more hilarious true stories from his everyday life. If you’ve seen Paul live before, you’ll know to expect hysterics from start. If you have only seen him online, then be sure to get your tickets quick for what is guaranteed to be one of the outstanding comedy tours of the year.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: 16+ | GENRE: COMEDY | TICKETS: £27.50

JOHNNY LEE MEMPHIS (ABSOLUTE ELVIS)

Saturday, November 11

Absolute Elvis featuring Johnny Lee Memphis, winner of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute champion competition 2023 and former World and European ETA Champion Johnny Lee Memphis returns for a third year here at Tivoli. With a full live band and backing singers, this is a must for all Elvis fans young and old.

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: 14+ | GENRE: MUSIC / TRIBUTE | TICKETS: £28.13 - £25.88

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SWING INTO CHRISTMAS WITH DOWN FOR THE COUNT ORCHESTRA

Wednesday, November 15

The 30-piece Down for the Count Orchestra and vocalists present a “sonic ride back to the sounds of Capitol Studios in the 1950s” (DownBeat Magazine) as they play timeless classics from The Great American Songbook. Down for the Count Orchestra, will feature some of the UK’s top jazz musicians and arrangers under the baton of musical director Mike PaulSmith. The orchestra preserve and protect the musical heritage of these unforgettable songs, whilst also looking to the future by presenting original arrangements of classic standards written by members of the orchestra.

“Awesome!!!” Michael Bublé

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS/ TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: £31.00 - 27.00

DREAMBOYS - NO STRINGS ATTACHED

Thursday, November 16

Dreamboys are ready to give you a night of fun, fantasy and no holding back with their brand new “No Strings Attached” UK tour!

Dreamboys return for another sensational theatre and arena tour guaranteed to tear the house down and set pulses racing in another record-breaking year on the road. Featuring movie-quality stage sets, double the dance moves, and more skin on show than ever before, “No Strings Attached” is the ultimate night of carefree fun.

Whether you’re a Dreamboys virgin or a dedicated Dreamer, age 19 or 90, liberated guilt-free fun is the number one priority.

TIME: 8PM | AGE: 18+ | GENRE: MALE VARIETY | TICKETS: £30.94

MARK NELSON: ALL THE BEST

Friday, November 17

Multi-award winning comedian Mark Nelson embarks on his first ever nationwide tour. A hugely sought after headliner throughout the UK and abroad, Nelson brings a distinctive mix of cutting observations, social commentary and hilarious one liners.

‘Mark Nelson possesses a talent that is simply obscene..you’ll want to see what all the fuss is about.’ List

‘A viciously sharp sense of timing.’ Metro

‘A remarkably accomplished stage presence… blistering material which pushes dangerously near the boundaries of good taste.’ Sunday Times

TIME: 8PM | AGE: 16+ | GENRE: COMEDY | TICKETS: £16.50 + BF

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THE FIDDLERS’ RALLY

Saturday, November 18

Aberdeen Strathspey and Reel Society return once again to the Tivoli Theatre for the ever-popular Fiddlers’ Rally. A fantastic evening of traditional Scottish music is assured in the company of the Society’s orchestras, musicians and this year’s special guest, the acclaimed fiddler Paul Anderson. If you enjoy traditional Scottish entertainment you won’t want to miss this annual favourite!

TIME: 7.30PM | AGE: ADULTS/ TEENS | GENRE: MUSIC | TICKETS: TBC

HARLEQUIN PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS: SCHOOL OF ROCK

Wednesday, November 22, - Saturday, November 25

School of Rock is a rock musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by GIenn Slater and a book by Julian Fellowes. Based on the 2003 film of the same name, written by Mike White, the musical follows Dewey Finn, an out-of-work rock singer and guitarist who pretends to be a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. After identifying the musical talent in his students, Dewey forms a band of fifth graders, to win the upcoming Battle of the Bands contest.

TIME: 7:30PM | SATURDAY MATINEE 2PM | AGE: ADULTS / TEENS | GENRE: MUSICAL | TICKETS: £22.50

ATTIC THEATRE PRESENTS: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - FAMILY PANTO

Friday, December 1, - Friday, December 22

Join us for this year’s Attic Panto, Beauty and the Beast. Meet our heroine, Bonnie who selflessly trades places to save her father from being held captive by a selfish beast!

It’s the timeless fairy-tale with a panto twist including lots of laughs, songs, dancing and fabulous costumes all tied up with a little bit of panto magic. Don’t miss out, book your tickets today.

TIME: 7:00PM | SATURDAY & SUNDAY MATINEE 2PM | AGE: ALL |

GENRE: FAMILY / PANTO | TICKETS: £22.50 - £13.50 NO PERFORMANCES ON MONDAY & TUESDAY

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PUBLIC TRANSPORT

The Tivoli is located on Guild Street, opposite Aberdeen Train Station and Bus Station, close to all major bus routes. See www.firstgroup.com/aberdeen and www.stagecoachbus.com for more info.

PARKING

Car parking is available at Union Square carpark, at the reduced rate of £1.50 per evening after 6pm.

ACCESS POLICY

If you require information regarding our access policy, please contact the theatre directly on 01224 592755.

We have made every effort to ensure information in this brochure is correct at time of printing, however as we are always adding new dates, listing changes and additions will occur. Please check online at www.thetivolitheatre.com for the latest listings or contact us at the above address.

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