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A warm welcome to ... Saturday 27
West Cliff Theatre Open Day
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Thur 01 – Sun 04 Saturday 10 Sunday 11 Friday 16 Saturday 17 Thur 22 – Sat 24
Alice in Wonderland – CMTS The Sooty Show The Best of Frankie Valli Million Dollar Men The Ultimate Classic Rock Show RENT – West Cliff Performers
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Friday 01 Saturday 02 Thur 07 – Sat 09 Sunday 10 Friday 15 Saturday 16 Sunday 17 Friday 22 Saturday 23 Sunday 24 Saturday 30
Emilio Santoro As Elvis Voice Of The Heart – The Carpenters’ Tribute Play On! – CADS Ireland The Show Lionel – The Music of Lionel Richie The Opera Boys The Hound of the Baskervilles The Sensational 60s’ Experience Red Raw – Robert Temple The Hypnotist Last Night of the Proms – West Bergholt Band The Bohemians
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Saturday 06 Sunday 07 Friday 12 Saturday 13 Sunday 14 Friday 19 Saturday 20 Sunday 21 Friday 26 Saturday 27
The Story of Guitar Heroes Sing-a-Long-a Matilda The Musical Bee Gees + Abba In Concert Experience Seven Drunken Nights Most Haunted Live The ELO Encounter Beatlemania The Wonder of Stevie – Tribute to Stevie Wonder The Legends of American Country Music Calling Planet Earth
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MAY
FEBRUARY JANUARY
WHAT’S ON SPRING 2024
Saturday 04 Sunday 05
TAYLORMANIA – Taylor Swift Tribute Dance Through The Decades – Debbie Millar
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WEST CLIFF THEATRE OPEN DAY If you had ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes, then a tour of the West Cliff theatre is the ideal opportunity to find out. We have 2 tours which can be booked via the Box Office 01255 433344 and are totally free. There will also be the chance to catch a history talk presented by our Chairman, Norman Jacobs, at around midday and 3pm in the Stage Door Bar.
Saturday 27 January 11am and 2pm
Tickets: FREE
This is a free event but must be booked in advance
Alice in Wonderland CMTS
Jump into the rabbit hole and join Alice in Wonderland! How mad is the Mad Hatter? Will the White Rabbit ever be on time? Did anyone actually steal the Queen of Hearts’ jam tarts? Alice meets Duchess Dolly Dollop and Wally the White Rabbit, as they guide Alice through this magical adventure and round up all of their friends to take on the evil Queen of Hearts and save Wonderland! Join the cast of Clacton Musical Theatre Society for a fun packed family adventure with plenty of audience participation, songs, dance and comedy. THIS IS A COMMUNITY PRODUCTION STAGED BY CLACTON MUSICAL THEATRE SOCIETY.
Thursday 01 – Saturday 03 February
Saturday 03 & Sunday 04 February
7.30pm
2.30pm
BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
Tickets: £11 Family of 4: £38 3
The Sooty Show 75th Birthday Spectacular!
Sooty, Sweep and Soo are planning a very special birthday party and you’re all invited. However, in true Sooty style nothing goes to plan! While Soo tries to find the perfect party dress, Sooty gets messy baking and Sweep needs some boys and girls to join in with musical statues! Sooty is also planning his biggest magic trick yet, making a member of the audience float in the air! And if you think you’re out of range at the back of the theatre, be warned, Sooty has a new turbo charged water pistol.
And joining the gang for this very special party is Butch the bulldog, Ramsbottom the snake and circus superstar, Michael Jordan, direct from Blackpool’s famous Tower Circus to stun us with his jaw-dropping juggling! With buckets of audience participation and gallons of giggles, this spectacular celebration of the longest-running children’s television show in the world will delight Sooty fans old and new and is a must-see treat for the whole family.
PLUS... Join us after the show to meet Richard
Saturday 10 February 2.30pm 4
and Sooty!
Tickets: £21 / Under 16s: £18.50 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
The Best of Frankie Valli With Gareth Gates
The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is a spectacular high-pitched celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest selling groups of all time. This nostalgic musical journey pays tribute to the life and career of those four boys from Jersey, who started singing under a streetlamp, but soon went on to become one of the most recognised groups in history. From the streets of New Jersey to the dizzying heights of the West End and Broadway, their music has delighted audiences for over five decades.
Sunday 11 February 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons features all your favourite songs including Sherry, My Eyes Adored You, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Walk Like A Man and many more. Gareth Gates joins cast members from the smashhit Tony award winning musical ‘Jersey Boys’ and other hit West End shows. The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is guaranteed to leave you saying ‘Oh, What A Night!’
Tickets: £35 5
Million Dollar Men Million Dollar Men brings you a team of talented, handsome athletic men for a packed-out show of incredible dancing and audience interaction. This powerful show has everything you need for the ultimate night out.
Get ready for a wild one and experience the atmosphere of a fun male dance show with all the sounds of the best 90s’ & 00s’ R’n’B classics. Expect back-to-back sexy dancing, playful interactions and a variety of action from our talented Million Dollar Men!
There is a 100% chance It’s Raining MEN.
You’re absolutely in for a treat!
Friday 16 February 7.30pm 6
Tickets: £24 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
The Ultimate Classic Rock Show Dust off your air guitars for an evening of the very best classic rock anthems from legends past and present! Let them take you on a roller coaster journey of classic rock nostalgia, performing hit after hit live, with stunning accuracy and high energy.
Saturday 17 February 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
Accompanied by an incredible light and projection show, they’re guaranteed to have you on your feet all night. Over two hours of classic rock anthems from artists including: Eric Clapton, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, Free, The Eagles and Jimi Hendrix to name but a few!
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RENT
West Cliff Performers Rent follows the ups and downs of a year in the life of a group of impoverished, artistic friends living in Manhattan’s East Village. Mark, an aspiring filmmaker, struggles to find his place in the world; his roommate Roger, an HIV-positive musician, wonders how he will leave his mark before he dies. Mimi and Angel look for true love as they face the harsh reality of life as HIV-positive young people, while the businesslike Joanne seeks fidelity from her wild-child performance artist girlfriend, Maureen. The group’s dreams, losses, and love stories weave through the musical’s narration to paint a stunningly raw and emotional portrait of the gritty bohemian world of New York City in the late 1980s, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. This show features Adult Themes including same Sex Intimacy & Drug Abuse and is not suitable for under 16s. THIS IS A COMMUNITY PRODUCTION STAGED BY OUR ALL-INCLUSIVE PERFORMERS GROUP.
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Thursday 22 – Saturday 24 February
Saturday 24 February
7.30pm
2.30pm
Tickets: £10
BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
Emilio Santoro As Elvis Internationally acclaimed, 21-year-old Emilio Santoro, brings his award-winning ELVIS PRESLEY theatre show to the UK. Emilio has won both European and World Championships as Elvis and wowed America’s Got Talent viewers with his appearance in the 2022 Final.
Friday 01 March 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
Supported by his own live band, The Memphis Moonboys, Emilio celebrates Elvis’s younger years in spectacular style. Put on your Blue Suede Shoes and get All Shook Up for the greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll hits of all time including Jailhouse Rock, Devil in Disguise, Can’t Help Falling in Love, Hound Dog, Always on My Mind and many more.
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Voice of the Heart Karen Carpenter
Karen Carpenter left behind an incredible legacy, her voice and her music is played all over the world, and those songs still fill us with golden memories. This stunning show celebrates the music of The Carpenters, and the evening is guaranteed to transport us back to those carefree days as Carole Gordon sings all the hits we know and love. Yesterday Once More, Goodbye To Love, Close To You, Only Yesterday plus great medleys put together from their many album tracks. So many timeless classics as well as renditions of The Beatles – Mr Postman, Ticket To Ride and Help and a medley featuring renditions of Do You Know The Way To San Jose, Always Something There To Remind Me. With the Blue Jeans Band and Singers, Carole Gordon will sing all those timeless classics, including the songs from her final album, Voice of the Heart.
Saturday 02 March 7.30pm
Tickets: £26 / Concessions: £25
Play On! CADS
A cash-strapped community theatre troupe are rehearsing an original murder mystery, “Murder Most Foul”. The good news is the haughty authoress has agreed to let them perform the show for no charge. The bad news is she constantly keeps adding new scenes, new characters, and changing who the killer is, as opening night approaches. Act I is a rehearsal of the dreadful show. Act II is the near disastrous dress rehearsal, and the final act is the actual performance in which the cast and crew learn firsthand “what can go wrong, will go wrong” as they give their best efforts for the show to go on. When the author, a haughty woman, decides to give a speech on the state of the modern theatre during the curtain calls, the audience is treated to a madcap climax to a thoroughly hilarious romp.
Thursday 07 – Saturday 09 March 7.30pm 10
Saturday 09 March 2.30pm
Tickets: £11
BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
Ireland The Show Now seen by a live audience of over 250,00 to nightly standing ovations and rave reviews, join an all-star Irish cast of the Emerald Isles’ most talented singers and performers, accompanied by the fabulous Keltic Storm band and world champion Gael Force Irish dancers from Kerry, Mayo and Clare for an unmissable Ireland the Show that will take you on a journey through the decades of a globally loved culture. The show which has received high acclaim will feature all the well-known ballads and singalongs from legends like The Fureys, The Pogues, The Dubliners and The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem to name but a small few. Add to that a string of hilarious stories and jokes from our award-winning Tyrone comedian, Gary Gamble, and topped off with energetic reels and jigs from our fiddling Derry maestro, Richie Remo, and the talented Keltic voice of Donegal singer, Elaine Boyle. If it’s all things Irish you like then this is the show for you that will take you to Ireland and back in one night!
“ The ultimate music, song, dance and comedy celebration of a globally loved culture “ THE IRISH WORLD
“ Superb from Start to finish and will have you clapping and singing all night long, this show is going to be a global success “ STAGE MAGAZINE
“Over 1,500 5 Star reviews “
Sunday 10 March 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
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Lionel
The Music of Lionel Richie Following his appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s Sunday Night At The Palladium and the Graham Norton Show for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. This award winning five-star production also features a stellar line-up of world class musicians including musical director, Jonny Miller from Talon. Dancing On The Ceiling, Hello, Three Times A Lady, Easy, All Night Long and many more... “ I CLOSE MY EYES AND IT’S LIONEL” ROGER UPRIGHT –EX WESTERN EUROPEAN MANAGER OF MOTOWN
Friday 15 March 7.30pm
Tickets: £26.50
The Opera Boys A Night At The Musicals
The Opera Boys are back with their sell-out show, A Night at the Musicals. Completely updated with brand new musical medleys, stunning solo performances… and a few surprises! Whether you’re a fan of modern-day smash hit musicals like Mamma Mia, Hairspray and Jersey Boys, prefer the classics from the likes of Gershwin and Rodgers & Hammerstein, or adore the definitive masterpieces like Les Misérables, Phantom of the Opera and West Side Story, this show has something for everyone and is perfect for musical theatre lovers both young and old. With beautiful vocal arrangements, spectacular close part harmony and a great line in humour, The Opera Boys have been delighting audiences all over the world with their unique show combining beautiful, powerful and emotional music with funny, engaging and light-hearted entertainment. The Opera Boys will be joined on the night by a local youth choir for a few numbers.
Saturday 16 March 7.30pm 12
Tickets: £24 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
The Hound of the Baskervilles The Radio Play Live on stage and in person, renowned stars of stage & screen, Colin Baker (Doctor Who, The Brothers) and Terry Molloy (Mike Tucker in The Archers for 40 years), are joining forces this spring to play the world’s most famous detectives, Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson. Alongside Dee Sadler (All Creatures Great & Small, No Place Like Home), they star in a brand-new stage adaptation of The Hound Of The Baskervilles – originally on tour to commemorate the 120th
“5-stars! Colin Baker was born to be Sherlock Holmes, Terry Molloy is my favourite Dr Watson to date. A phenomenal evening at the theatre, I can’t recommend this play enough!” THE ENTERTAINMENT VIEWS BLOG
“5 stars! Colin Baker & Terry Molloy have terrific stage presence & their interactions sparkle - one not to miss!” CULT BOX
Sunday 17 March 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
anniversary of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s most popular thriller and now extended by popular demand! Presented by Crime And Comedy Theatre Company as a radio-play-live-on-stage, the company bring to life this tale of murder, mystery and horror that’s surely the greatest detective story ever told! A rare chance to see these popular actors live at your local theatre, this is a play not to be missed.
“A master class in razor-sharp interplay” HENLEY STANDARD
“4-stars! An immensely entertaining evening” WEST END BEST FRIEND “4 stars! Holmes & Watson at their best!”
SADIE TAKES THE STAGE BLOG
“4 stars! A well-judged production in every sense... a howling success!” BE MY GUEST
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The Sensational 60s’ Experience Join us for the musical phenomenon of 2024 with this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite feelgood factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960s. Whether you come to relive your childhood memories or you just simply want to see what your parents have been raving about for all these years - this is the show to see. These legends of the 60s will deliver to you a night never to be forgotten. Starring Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich, The Trems (former members of The Tremeloes), The Fortunes, Steve Ellis (of Love Affair), The Swinging Blue Jeans and Vanity Fare. Full of timeless classics, hits include The Legend Of Xanadu, Silence Is Golden, Storm In A Teacup, Mighty Quinn, Hippy Hippy Shake, Hitchin’ A Ride, plus many more. Step back in time to when pop music was at its very best. BOOK EARLY TO GUARANTEE YOUR SEAT
Friday 22 March 7.30pm 14
Tickets: £32 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
The Hypnotist: Red Raw Robert Temple The Hypnotist: Red Raw is a brand new show where volunteers from the audience unlock their imaginations and create a oncein-a-lifetime show of improvised comedy under the influence of hypnosis - live on stage. Things will be imagined, people’s identities forgotten, changed and their reality completely altered. All in the spirit of a ruddy good laugh. It’s the perfect night out whether you watch from the audience or you choose to participate as a star of the show. This is a night out not to be missed.
Saturday 23 March 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
* No actors are used; members of the audience are asked to volunteer if they would like to participate at the start of every performance. Not suitable for under 15s.
Tickets: £21 / Concessions: £19 15
Last Night Of The Proms West Bergholt Band
Join the ever-popular West Bergholt Concert Band for a “Last Night Of The Proms” concert featuring all classic proms favourites – Rule Britannia, Land Of Hope & Glory, Jerusalem, and more. Pack your union jacks and don’t miss out on an enjoyable afternoon of great music from this always entertaining band. In aid of Parkinson’s UK.
Sunday 24 March 3pm
Tickets: £8 / Concessions: £7
The Bohemians A comprehensive re-enactment of Queen’s Greatest Hits Internationally renowned Queen Tribute band, The Bohemians, take you on a high-energy roller-coaster ride of a concert, featuring the back catalogue of one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time. So many fabulous hits to be covered but they’re all here, from the early piano and harmony heavy masterpieces to the later, catchy pop of the eighties and Rock anthems of the early nineties. Whether it’s Killer Queen, Crazy Little Thing Called Love or The Show Must Go On, Bohemian Rhapsody or We Will Rock You / We Are the Champions, The Bohemians will have you on your feet, singing, dancing and clapping along in a truly memorable live re-enactment of the world’s greatest Rock Band. Saturday 30 March 7.30pm 16
Tickets: £23.50 / Concessions: £22 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
The Story of Guitar Heroes “ If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show!” One of the UK’s premier live concert experiences, The Story of Guitar Heroes has garnered critical acclaim both at home and abroad for its incredible homage to some of the most influential and iconic guitarists from the past 50 years of popular music. Featuring talented world-class musicians and state-of-the-art video projection, the show journeys through five decades, from 1950s’ Rock & Roll through to the most creative and inspirational guitar heroes of the modern era. Renowned for its highly versatile musicianship, The Story of Guitar Heroes recreates the unique sounds of each guitar legend with incredible accuracy, utilising no less than 30 different authentic guitars. Expect classic hits from legends including Hank Marvin, Chuck Berry, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, Brian May, Jimmy Page, Mark Knopfler, Van Halen, Slash and many more!
‘ Every lick is expertly played by highly experienced, gifted musicians’ TIME OUT
Saturday 06 April 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
‘ A great show for guitar players and music fans in general’ JENNIFER BATTEN (GUITARIST FOR MICHAEL JACKSON AND JEFF BECK)
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Sing-a-Long-a Matilda The Musical Calling all revolting children and their parents – come and be a little a bit naughty at Sing-a-Long-a Matilda The Musical From the producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman. Now is your chance to interact with this incredible tale of a little girl making her great escape! Find the “magic” inside of you and join our gang at the latest film to get the singalong treatment, the Tony and Olivier Award winning Matilda the Musical based on Roald Dahl’s novel. Matilda is an extraordinary girl who, armed with a sharp mind and a vivid imagination, dares to take a stand to change her story with miraculous results. Our host will help you have “a holiday in your head” as they teach you some dance moves, show you how to use your free props bags and have you booing the villains and championing the heroes. YOU the audience are the stars! It couldn’t be easier or more fun! The first rule of Sing-a-long-a is THERE ARE NO RULES! Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential. Do you want to change your story and be a little bit naughty? Well, this is your chance… PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A SCREENING OF THE MOVIE NOT A LIVE STAGE SHOW
Sunday 07 April 2pm 18
Tickets: £17 / Under 16s: £13 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
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BEE GEES + ABBA In Concert Experience
Two of the biggest groups come together for an incredible night of music that is guaranteed to have you boogying the night away. This Bee Gees and Abba double headline show featuring NON-STOP HITS like Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, Tragedy, Dancing Queen, Mama Mia, Waterloo and so many more . . . . With over two hours of party, feel good anthems to get you dancing in the aisles, this show is not to be missed. World class Tribute Vocalists and Musicians will transport you back to the magic era of Disco/Pop, so bring along all the Dancing Queens and let’s keep this music Stayin’ Alive!
Friday 12 April 7.30pm
Tickets: £27.50 / Concessions: £26.50
Seven Drunken Nights The Story of the Dubliners
Direct from the West End and having sold out venues worldwide, Seven Drunken Nights The Story of the Dubliners returns to theatres with a brand-new production. In association with legendary Irish pub, O’Donoghue’s, the place where it all started for The Dubliners back in 1962, Seven Drunken Nights tells the story of a career spanning 50 years and invokes the spirit of Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Barney McKenna, John Sheahan, Ciaran Bourke and Jim McCann. This hugely talented cast of musicians and singers bring the music of this iconic group back to life and will have you singing and dancing in the aisles. It is without doubt the ultimate feel-good Irish show.
Saturday 13 April 7.30pm 20
Tickets: £28.50 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
Most Haunted Live The acclaimed World No.1 paranormal show Most Haunted is the original and most successful worldwide paranormal investigation series ever made and premiers its Spine-chilling theatre show in 2023/24. Presented by Yvette Fielding, the first lady of the paranormal together with Karl Beattie and
the Most Haunted team, you will be taken on the darkest, most terrifying journey of your life. Theatre audiences will be shaking in their seats as Yvette and the team present MOST HAUNTED’S ALL-TIME TOP 10 SCARES complete with unseen video footage from Haunted Castles, Manor Houses, Hospitals and Prisons.
Sunday 14 April 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
Most Haunted Live will take the theatrical experience to a whole new level with audience members taken back to the Victorian age of séance and Ouija board and invited to conduct their very own ghostly investigation. In this show no one is safe and “Seeing is believing…
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The ELO Encounter The Blue Sky Tour
Roll over Beethoven because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra returns after a sell-out performance in 2022. Featuring soaring strings and striking vocal harmonies, the ELO Encounter promises a night filled with rock, roll and Blue Skies! So, Hold On Tight as the band reel off all those classic hits because Rock and Roll Is King in a show that is guaranteed to have you partying All Over The World. Don’t miss out on this truly stunning show. Book now to avoid disappointment. “A brilliant night out” STEVE SCRUTON – BBC RADIO
“Amazing … a fantastic band” TONY FISHER – BBC RADIO
“Simply outstanding … thank you ELO Encounter” ROADHOUSE BIRMINGHAM
Friday 19 April 7.30pm 22
Tickets: £25 / Concessions: £22.50 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
Beatlemania
From Love Me Do to Let It Be Roll up, roll up, for a rip-roaring magical musical tour through the back catalogue of the world’s greatest ever band. Every song is a winner in this note-perfect musical love letter to the Fab Four. John, Paul, George and Ringo take to the stage one more time as the supremely-talented cast revive all 17 of their No1 hits including: She Loves You, Can’t Buy Me Love, A Hard Day’s Night, Help!, We Can Work it Out, All You Need is Love, Get Back and a five-star performance of Hey Jude. From their mop-top Beatlemania beginnings to the psychedelic highs of Sgt. Pepper and beyond, this is the must see show for any Beatles fan. With stunning attention to detail - from the original musical instruments and stitch perfect costumes even down to Lennon and McCartney’s on-stage banter – combined with superb vocals and sublime musicianship. Get your ticket to ride back in time, in style, with the incredible Beatlemania!
Saturday 20 April 7.30pm
Tickets: £26 / Concessions: £25
The Wonder of Stevie
The ultimate celebration of the genius of Stevie Wonder! Voted one of Britain’s top soul singers, mesmeric vocalist Noel McCalla, award-winning saxophonist Derek Nash (Jools Holland’s R&B Orchestra) and their world-class band present a diverse catalogue of Stevie Wonder classics, taken from 1970s Signed, Sealed, Delivered through to Talking Book, Innervisions, Songs in the Key of Life and Hotter than July. Playing hit after hit, from the dance floor classics I Wish and Superstition to the beautiful arrangements of My Cherie Amour and Overjoyed. The show will also feature compositions by Stevie that other artists have had massive hits with. The Wonder of Stevie’s outstanding live band features musicians who have previously performed with a wide variety of music legends including Bill Withers, Amy Winehouse, The Bee Gees, Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney, David Gilmour, Nile Rodgers, Martha Reeves, Chaka Khan, Jamiroquai, Booker T. Jones, Sam Moore, Jethro Tull, Eddie Floyd, Gregory Porter and Alfie Boe.
Sunday 21 April 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
‘Breathtaking’ – SUNDAY TIMES ‘Spine-tingling’ –THE GUARDIAN ‘A dazzling homage to one of the great masters of 20th & 21st century music’ – JOOLS HOLLAND
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The Legends of American Country Music Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV, Europe’s No.1 multi award winning show, The Legends of American Country, returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country nostalgia. The 2024 tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Don Williams,
Patsy Cline, Charley Pride, Tammy Wynette and Kenny Rogers and new tributes to icons Hank Williams, Alan Jackson, Glen Campbell, Tammy Wynette, Garth Brooks and Jim Reeves with countless other well-known singalong hit songs in this must-see musical extravaganza. The show features 3 superb singers in the young Kelan Browne, Tracey McAuley and Antony McBrien who are all accompanied by a superb live band of musicians with that real authentic Tennessee sound coupled with authentic stage set and state of the art production that is guaranteed to transport you all the way hand clapping and toe tapping to Nashville and back in one night. One thing is for sure if it’s Country music you like then this is the only show in town! Over 2,000 5-star reviews! “ As good a Country show that you will see live anywhere outside Nashville “ COUNTRY MUSIC NORTHERN IRELAND “ Pure Raw Country at its Best“ CMT “ Fantastic show of nostalgic country at its best with superb vocalists and musicians”. HOT COUNTRY TV
Friday 26 April 7.30pm 24
Tickets: £26 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
Calling Planet Earth A New Romantic Symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical eras of All Time – The Electrifying 80s. Featuring songs from now legendary artists such as Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, The Human League, Ultravox, Tears For Fears, Depeche Mode, OMD, Japan, ABC, Soft Cell and many, many more. Performed by an incredible live band with awesome symphonic arrangements combined with stunning vocals and cast this is the must see show that simply defines a decade.
Saturday 27 April 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)
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TAYLORMANIA Taylor Swift Eras
An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self-obsessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see. The show has already taken ‘Swiftie’ fans across the world by storm and features all of Taylor’s much-loved hits including Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, You Belong With Me, Look What You Made Me Do, I Knew You Were Trouble and many, many more.
Saturday 04 May 7pm
Tickets: £24.50
Debbie Millar Dance Through The Decades
The Debbie Millar school of dance is back for 2024 at the West Cliff with routines and music to take us all on a journey through the decades, featuring performers of all ages from 2 years upwards. With a wide range of routines including Classical Ballet, Modern and Tap Dancing plus Musical Theatre, there is something for everyone to enjoy. THIS IS A COMMUNITY PRODUCTION STAGED BY MEMBERS OF THE DEBBIE MILLAR SCHOOL OF DANCE.
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Tickets: £13.25 / Over 60s: £11.50 Under 16s: £7.50 / Family: £38 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk
You can stock up on your way in from our Kiosk, which has a good selection of Sweets, Soft Drinks and Marshfield Farms Ice Creams. Ice Cream is also available during the inter val from inside the auditorium.
Our fully licenced bar is open one hour before & after the show and during the inter val. To avoid waiting, you can order your inter val drinks on arrival with the bar staff. Hot drinks are also available.
Lisa and the team are delighted to support the West Cliff Theatre and enjoy welcoming the cast, crew and theatre goers to their family friendly restaurant & bar. American & Italian Specials | Cocktails & Bar | Parties & Theme Nights Open 7 days a week. 10am til late
20% off
your food bill with a valid theatre ticket for the date of the show
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Supporting the West Cliff Theatre The West Cliff Theatre is run by a Registered Charity for the benefit of the local community with Trustees drawn from local people who have an active interest in the theatre.
The Stage Door Bar is fully licenced and open one hour before and after most performances.
Run largely by volunteer staff, the theatre offers a varied programme of star names throughout the year whilst supporting local community and youth groups from across the Tendring and Colchester Districts.
Please be advised: Only food & drink purchased on the premises may be consumed in the Stage Door Bar.
The bar and function room is available for private hires. Please contact the theatre for more info.
Regular art exhibitions are staged in the theatre’s foyer. Registered in England No. 02002819 Charity No. 1001022
Join the Friends of the West Cliff The FRIENDS OF THE WEST CLIFF THEATRE is a friendly voluntary organisation founded in 1987 which has nearly 600 members. Since then they have provided tremendous support to the West Cliff raising well over £250,000 to purchase: • lighting and sound equipment, including new infrared sound enhancement system
• refurbished toilets
• carpets and furniture
• contributing more than half the cost of the purpose built storage facility
• stage curtains
• a refurbished foyer
The Friends hold regular social and fund-raising events, both at the theatre and elsewhere, and a regular coffee morning every Saturday in the Stage Door Bar from 10am to 12noon which is open to all. Many Friends also work as volunteer Front of House, Technical, Backstage and Maintenance Staff. Annual Membership is only £8 per person, joint membership for £13, family membership for £15 or a club, with a minimum of 25 people, can join for £25. Application forms are available from the theatre or download from the West Cliff Theatre website. 28
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Second Act Charity Shop 29 Frinton Road, Holland-on-Sea, CO15 5UH In February 2012 the Trust opened Second Act, a hugely popular charity shop offering a variety of good quality clothing, jewellery, footwear, toys and books. The charity shop receives tremendous support from volunteers from the local community. All proceeds from the charity shop support the West Cliff Theatre.
West Cliff Theatre Co-Patron Jimmy Cricket cutting the ribbon on opening day. Photo Credit: Clacton & Frinton Gazette
Gift Aid
Gift Vouchers
For every pound that you donate to us, we will receive an extra 25p from HMRC. Your donation could make a huge difference to the theatre’s future, and it won’t cost you a penny!
Why not give the gift of live theatre?
For detailed information about GIFT AID please visit www.hmrc.gov. uk/individuals/giving.
With over 200 performances a year, a West Cliff Theatre gift voucher is the perfect gift for a loved one, friend or colleague. They are valid for three years and can be used for any show here at the West Cliff. National Theatre Tokens can still be redeemed with us until 30/06/24. Please ask our box office staff for more info.
Please contact the box office or alternatively, you can download a form from our website. You only need fill out the form once, and this will cover all future donations until you notify us otherwise.
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Our access facilities include: • Ramped access to the foyer • Accessible box office
• Accessible toilet • Assistance dogs are welcome • Infrared sound enhancement system (pre-booking recommended)
NO SMOKING POLICY
We operate a No Smoking Policy throughout our building. This Policy includes the smoking of Electronic Cigarettes and Vaping.
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Booking Information westcliffclacton.co.uk tickets@westcliffclacton.co.uk 01255 4333 44 (Option 1) OPENING HOURS
The Box Office is open from 10am – 4.30pm from Monday to Saturday (closed lunchtime 12.30pm – 1.30pm) We are also open from 1 hour before any performance. On-line bookings can be made 24 hours a day.
PAYMENTS
We accept all major credit and debit cards except American Express. Cheques (If booking in person, by post or by phone) should be made payable to West Cliff (Tendring) Trust. Bookings should be paid for within five working days.
BOOKING FEE
A booking fee of £1 will apply on all ticket sales and reservations made online, over the phone or in person, whether paying by cash, cheque or credit/debit card. Prices that are displayed on this website include this fee.
Why do we need to charge a booking fee?
Since the loss of our Council grant, and in order to provide you with the best entertainment possible, we need to charge a booking fee to secure our share of the ticket income. On average, we receive less than 20% of the ticket price for the shows that you see at the West Cliff, with the majority of the ticket price going to the artists, producers and promoters. Charging a booking fee ensures that 100% of this extra revenue comes to the theatre. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of the West Cliff Theatre.
POSTAGE
Patrons who require their tickets to be posted should send a SAE (If booking in person or by phone). Alternatively we can post your tickets for £1.50 postage & handling charge.
RESALE
Please check your tickets carefully when booking as we are unable to offer refunds on tickets sold unless a show is cancelled in advance. We will try to resell tickets that cannot be used, however this will only be possible in the event that we are sold out.
Tower Road Clacton-on-Sea CO15 1LE CHILDREN & BABES IN ARMS
Children under the age of 13 MUST be accompanied by an adult. For certain shows, babes in arms under the age of 18 months are welcome free of charge and may share a seat with you. For some performances, we regret children under 18 months are not admitted to the auditorium. Baby changing facilities are available in the accessible toilet. Prams and buggies are not permitted inside the auditorium for safety reasons.
WHEELCHAIR SPACES
Please inform the Box Office if you are using a wheelchair or electric scooter. Scooters take up more space than a standard wheelchair so it is vital we know this when booking out the space. Please Note: It is not always possible for us to store Large Mobility Scooters inside the building. We will always try to accommodate them, but cannot guarantee this. Walking Frames and other aids will need to be stored in the foyer during a performance.
PHOTOGRAPHY & RECORDING DEVICES
The use of photography, mobile and recording equipment is strictly prohibited in the auditorium.
ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION AND ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOUR
We reserve the right to refuse admission or ask you to leave for behaviour we feel is likely to risk the safety of your fellow audience members, affect the enjoyment and/or running of the performance. This includes ticket holders being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol and who are acting aggressively. NO REFUNDS will be given in these circumstances. Only alcohol purchased from our Stage Door Bar can be consumed on the premises. Please ask a member of staff for a plastic tumbler if you wish to consume your drink in the auditorium. Additional bag searches may be in place at certain performances. These are for your safety and are a condition of entry.
DISCLAIMER
The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations to the programme if necessary. We cannot be held responsible for cancellations or changes made by external promoters/hirers of the theatre.
* Operational times may vary due to circumstances beyond our control.
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