West Cliff Theatre Spring Brochure 2025

SPRING CLACTON-ON-SEA

2025

The Home Of Variety Since 1894

JANUARY

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Thursday 06 Friday 07 Saturday 08 Friday 14 Saturday 15 Thurs 20 - Sat 22 Friday 28

Macbeth The Dazzling Diamonds Billy Joel – The Piano Man Celebrating George Michael Michael Starring Ben Jesus Christ Superstar – West Cliff Performers A Tribute to The Carpenters

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Saturday 01 Sunday 02 Thu 06 - Sat 08 Sunday 09 Friday 14 Saturday 15 Friday 21 Sunday 23 Friday 28 Saturday 29 Sunday 30 Friday 04

Barry White – Let The Music Play Lionel – The Music of Lionel Richie The Good Life – Presented by CADS Ireland The Show Promises And Lies – The UB40 Years Tap Factory The Bon Jovi Experience The Dusty Show Clacton XL Comedy Club The Opera Boys Through the Decades with Elvis Big Dick Whittington – The Adult Panto

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Saturday 05 Sunday 06 Friday 11 Saturday 12 Sunday 13 Saturday 19 Friday 25 Saturday 26

The Ultimate Classic Rock Show Exciting Science Bee Gees + Abba Experience Beatlemania Danny Lee Grew 24K Magic The Bohemians The Sensational 60s’ Experience Shaun Ryder

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Saturday 25 Thur 30 – Sun 02

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WHAT’S ON SPRING 2025

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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 3 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, in the Stage Door Bar after each tour.

Saturday 25 January 10.30am, 11.45am & 2.15pm

Tickets: FREE

This is a free event but must be booked in advance

Cinderella CMTS Are you ready for the Royal Ball?

Join the talented cast of Clacton Musical Theatre Society for a magical performance of Cinderella The Pantomime. This family favourite is packed with dazzling costumes, toe-tapping music, and plenty of laughs. From the hilarious antics of the Ugly Stepsisters to the heartwarming moments with Cinderella and her Fairy Godmother, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Bring the whole family to experience the enchantment and magic that only a traditional pantomime can deliver. Watch as the classic tale unfolds with surprising twists, audience participation and plenty of opportunities to cheer for the heroes and boo the villains.

Thursday 30 & Friday 31 Jan

Saturday 01 Feb

Sunday 02 Feb

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Macbeth A full-scale production set in the murky Dark Ages where love, politics and witchcraft collide.

A warworn Macbeth is told by three sisters that he is fated to become King of Scotland, beginning a series of events that lead to the destruction of Kings, friends and souls as he, and his Lady, try to cling to the tainted crown.

Enjoy this classic tale as portrayed by William Shakespeare with sorcery, ghostly apparitions and spectacular sword fights!

This is a professional touring show presented by the National Production Company Limited and contains occasional short bursts of haze, choreographed fights (mild violence, no gore) and flashing lights (not strobes).

Thursday 06 February 7pm 4

Tickets: £20 Students/Over 60s: £18 / Groups 10+: £12 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

The Dazzling Diamonds The Comedy Variety Drag Show The Dazzling Diamonds are coming to Clacton with their brand-new comedy variety drag show. The show is packed with high energy dance routines, stunning live vocals, and side-splitting comedy sketches, not forgetting the spectacular costumes which are bound to leave your jaw on the floor!

Featuring favourite singalong songs from artists such as Cher, Tina Turner, Adele and Dolly Parton as well as songs from some of your favourite movies, the show is certain to have something for everyone!

Receiving 5* reviews from audiences, The Dazzling Diamonds are a cast of three drag artists all of whom have performed internationally across Europe. Join Miss Lola Lush, Miss Alexis and Bailey La Creame for an unforgettable night filled to the brim with glamour, laughter and fun.

It’s guaranteed to be a night to remember!

T his show contains adult themes and strong language. Please note that under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Friday 07 February 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)

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Billy Joel The Piano Man Is the ultimate celebration concert to one of the most iconic and bestselling artists of all time. In this brand new touring theatre show Robert Smuck (Billy The Kid) and his amazing seven piece band perform breath-taking musical arrangements of multi million selling songs such as My Life, Uptown Girl, Tell Her About It, It’s Still Rock n Roll To Me, An Innocent Man, Movin’ Out, Just The Way You Are, We Didn’t Start The Fire, Piano Man, The Longest Time and many, many more. It’s a nonstop hits show!

Saturday 08 February 7.30pm

Tickets: £27.50

Celebrating George Michael Featuring acclaimed vocalist, Steve Mitchell, and original Wham! bassist, Dave West, this live concert celebrates the incredible career and catalogue of George Michael.

Performing George’s chart-topping solo hits such as Faith, Careless Whisper and Freedom, Steve and his seven-piece band will also perform the much-loved Wham! classics Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go, Everything She Wants, Club Tropicana and many, many more.

Don’t miss out on this affectionate tribute to one of the greatest recording artists of all time.

Friday 14 February 7.30pm 6

Tickets: £30 Concessions: £28.50 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

Michael Starring Ben The Magic of Michael Jackson Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic. Michael Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK’s ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman.

Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he’s honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe

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they are watching Michael Jackson himself. The show features a live band, dazzling costumes and the performer’s iconic dance routines. It also showcases the greatest hits of Michael Jackson and also of The Jackson 5 including Beat It, Billie Jean, Thriller and Man in the Mirror.

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Jesus Christ Superstar West Cliff Performers Told entirely through song, Jesus Christ Superstar traces the last seven days of the life of Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels, Superstar focuses on the personal conflicts between Jesus, his disciples and the leadership of Rome as well as Jesus’ relationship with Mary Magdalene.

Written by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice as a Rock Opera, the show quickly became a worldwide hit with West End and Broadway productions, countless tours and two film versions.

The Iconic 70s’ score contains such well know songs as Superstar, I Don’t Know How To Love Him and Gethsemane.

THIS IS A COMMUNITY PRODUCTION STAGED

BY OUR ALL-INCLUSIVE PERFORMERS GROUP.

Thursday 20 – Saturday 22 February 7.30pm 8

Saturday 22 February 2.30pm

Tickets: £10

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A Tribute to the Carpenters It’s time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true with A Tribute to the Carpenters.

The original Carpenters tribute is back with a brand-new show for 2025!

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.

Friday 28 February 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)

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.

Bringing to life all the hits including, Close to You, Top of the World, Rainy Days and Mondays, Please Mr Postman, Goodbye to Love and many more as we recreate the soundtrack of our lives.

This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.

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Barry White – Let The Music Play Hailing from Atlanta Georgia, William Hick’s mesmerising stage presence effortlessly recreates the distinctive style and silky-smooth bass-baritone vocals of the three-time Grammy Award-winner Barry White.

You’re the First, the Last, My Everything; Can’t Get Enough of Your Love, Babe; You See the Trouble with Me; Never, Never Gonna Give You Up; Just the Way You Are; What Am I Gonna Do With You and, of course, Let the Music Play...

You’re never more than a song away from another million-selling hit.

Joined on stage by his live band, Soul Unlimited Orchestra and support by the stunning Motown Supreme Dreamgirls – with incredible attention to detail, this show has really “got it together” with William coming “as close to the real man himself as is possible.”

If you love Soul and Motown – book your seats now!

Let the Music Play!

“ William’s vocal and deliverance is phenomenal and this show is simply stunning” EDDIE HOLLAND (MOTOWN LEGENDARY SONGWRITER HOLLAND-DOZIER-HOLLAND)

Saturday 01 March 7.30pm 10

Tickets: £30 Concessions: £28.50 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

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

Sunday 02 March 7.30pm

Tickets: £27

The Good Life Presented by CADS

When Tom and Barbara Good decide to escape the pressures of modern life, they set about turning their suburban home into a model of self-sufficiency.

It’s the good life for them – but not for Margo and Jerry Leadbetter, who live next door, and are desperately trying to maintain the Surbiton status quo.

Based on the hugely popular TV sitcom, Jeremy Sams’ stage play reunites the wellloved characters as they get themselves into and out of scrapes – some old, some new, all hilarious.

THIS IS A COMMUNITY PRODUCTION

BY CLACTON AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY

Thursday 06 – Saturday 08 March 7.30pm BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)

Saturday 08 March 2.30pm

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Ireland The Show Join an all-star Irish cast of the Emerald Isle’s 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 highly acclaimed show features well-loved songs from The Fureys, The Pogues, The Dubliners and Makem & Clancy to name but a small few.

Add to that some stonking comedy from the award-winning Gary Gamble and topped off with 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!

Sunday 09 March 7.30pm

Tickets: £27.50

Promises And Lies – The UB40 Years The world’s premier show in celebration of ‘The Kings of Reggae’. Experience all the hits from The UB40 Years culminating in over 100 million record sales.

Fronted by international Ali Campbell tribute Andy Bagnall plus a line-up of handpicked, supremely talented musicians.

In this reggae pop extravaganza expect to hear Homely Girl, Red Red Wine, One In Ten, If It Happens Again, (I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You, Kingston Town, Many Rivers To Cross, Higher Ground, Cherry Oh Baby, Sing Our Own Song, Rat in Mi Kitchen, King, Don’t Break My Heart, So Here I Am, I Got You Babe and many, many more.

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Tickets: £25.50 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

Tap Factory Tap Factory is thrilled to make its return to the UK with its 10th Anniversary Tour!

Prepare to be captivated as eight extraordinary male performers deliver a sensational blend of dance, acrobatics, music and comedy, creating a show that appeals to audiences of all ages.

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Brace yourself for an electrifying display of high-energy dance, explosive percussion and jaw-dropping acrobatics, seamlessly woven together with live music and mesmerizing choreography. This mindblowing experience will ignite your senses and make your toes tap. Fast and furiously funny, for all the family!

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The Bon Jovi Experience Celebrating 30 years on the road this year, get ready to rock your way through an unforgettable journey with the only show to be endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself!

Immerse yourself in a phenomenal celebration of Bon Jovi’s timeless classics as the band recreates the magic that defined an era with electrifying energy - transporting you back to the heyday of stadium rock.

The Bon Jovi Experience features smash-hits such as Livin’ On a Prayer, Always, It’s My Life, You Give Love a Bad Name, Bad Medicine and many more. Whether you’re a lifelong Jon Bon Jovi devotee or a new fan seeking an unforgettable night out, this show promises an experience like no other!

“ The best Bon Jovi tribute band I’ve ever watched” JON BON JOVI

“ Have you seen this guy?

He looks so much like Jon Bon Jovi, it’s freaky man!”

CHAD KROEGER, NICKELBACK

“ The Bon Jovi Experience are not only half way there, they’ve finally made it” OUTLINE MAGAZINE Friday 21 March 7.30pm 14

Tickets: £28.50 Over 60s: £26.50 / Under 16s: £20.50 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

The Dusty Show Welcome to The Dusty Show.

The ultimate celebration of a true British pop icon starring sensational vocalist Becci Morrell. From the debut Stay A While and I Only Want To Be With You through to the Motown

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and Ready Steady Go eras, the pinnacle You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me and so many more. Join us in reminiscing with the very best tribute to our very own Queen Of British Pop.

Tickets: £27 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

Clacton XL Comedy Club Chuckl. proudly presents the Clacton XL Comedy Club showcasing some of the biggest names in comedy with Sean Walsh, Joe Pasquale, John Robertson and Esther Manito.

Get ready for stand-up comedy at its best at the West Cliff theatre.

Friday 28 March 7.30pm

Please note the lineup may be subject to change. In rare circumstances where the lineup does change, we will replace acts with similar artists.

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The Opera Boys A Night At The Musicals The Opera Boys return with their sell-out show A Night at the Musicals, a fabulous evening of power-house vocals, immaculate four-part harmony, breath-taking musical medleys and stunning solo performances… all delivered with the charm, style and sense of humour that the boys have become known for.

Whether you’re a fan of modern-day smash hit musicals like Jersey Boys, Mamma Mia, Wicked and Frozen, prefer the classics from Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Rodgers & Hammerstein or adore the

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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.

Tickets: £25 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

Through the Decades with Elvis With Steve Halliday Steve Halliday has been giving a sensitive and true portrayal of the King all over Great Britain and Europe, as well as playing to audiences in Dubai, and the U.S.A.

David’s Hall to headlining in Christmas with Elvis in the Ambassadors Theatre, Leicester Square, to having his very own show in the West End, Steve Halliday will not disappoint!

Steve has also sung on BBC1’s ‘World’s Greatest Elvis and ITV’s Stars in their Eyes Elvis Special as well as appearing on Graham Norton’s New Years Eve Special.

Through the Decades with ELVIS will take you on a roller coaster of a ride from Early Elvis in the 50s & 60s and to round it off Vegas Concert years from the 70s.

With performances in numerous venues across Great Britain from The London O2, Edinburgh’s Playhouse, St

This is a must see for all Elvis Fans, a two-hour uplifting show that has everyone out of their seats!

Sunday 30 March 7.45pm

PLEASE NOTE THIS PERFORMANCE STARTS AT 7.45PM

Tickets: £25

COMING TO WEST CLIFF THEATRE

Saturday 03 May 7.30pm

Tickets: £28.50

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Craig Revel Horwood

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Big Dick Whittington The Adult Panto Dick is trying to seek fame and fortune in the city of London with his faithful feline friend Tommy. While there, they manage to get a job at Fanny Fitztightly’s Sex Shop where he also meets the love of his life, Alice. He also manages to catch the attention of Queen Rat who wants to destroy them both and will stop at nothing to get rid of them.

Starring The Adult Pantomime favourites, the #cracking Liam Mellor as Idle Jack, the filthy and fabulous Jimmy Burton-Iles as Fanny Fitztightly and the devilishly wicked Robert Squire as the evil Queen Rat. Big Dick offers everything that you’ve come to expect from these hilarious adult pantomimes… and more. So come and join the gang on the streets that are paved with gold for the purr-fect night out that will leave you wanting more!

Friday 04 April 7.30pm

Tickets: £26

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 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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Exciting Science WARNING…WARNING...EXTREME FUN ALERT! This Brand New, Exciting and Educational show will amaze and astound all ages from four years and upwards, as we put the Exciting back into Science.

(See what we did there!)

With Fun and Fact filled experiments, watch in amazement as we recreate a volcanic eruption, turn a vacuum cleaner into a missile launcher or take aim at you with our smoke blaster!

So, stand clear and prepare for action, as this show is full of Wiz, bang, pop ….

And splurt Exciting Science – Prepare to be amazed!

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Tickets: £16 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

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!

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Beatlemania From Love Me Do to Let It Be Join Beatlemania for a night to celebrate the music of the greatest band of our lives!

Playing to ecstatic sell-out audiences all over the world, Beatlemania is firmly established as one of the best tribute shows around.

1964 was the year that launched The Beatles onto the world stage and Beatlemania will be celebrating the group’s first film and album A Hard Day’s Night as part of

a brand-new tour. The first section of the show is dedicated to that year alone and will feature songs from the film and album.

The performance continues with a huge back-catalogue of the all greatest hits that you know and love including; She Loves You, I Want To Hold Your Hand, I Feel Fine, Help!, Day Tripper, Yellow Submarine, All You Need Is Love, Hey Jude, Something, Get Back and so many more!

Beatlemania combines superb vocals with sublime musicianship, all with a stunning attention to detail, from the original musical instruments and stitch perfect costumes even down to Lennon and McCartney’s on-stage banter.

From their moptop beginnings to the psychedelic highs of Sgt Pepper and beyond – this highly-acclaimed production brings The Beatles to life, live on stage.

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Tickets: £27 Concessions: £26 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

Danny Lee Grew 24K Magic Join top magician Danny Lee Grew in his brand-new mind-boggling one-man show 24K Magic featuring jaw-dropping magic, illusion, laughs, gasps and stunning sleight of hand sorcery.

You may have seen him on Susan Calman’s Summer by the Sea (Channel 5), The Real Stories of the Social Network (ITV/CBS America) or even on stage here at the West Cliff Theatre in The Summer Show (2018 / 2019) or Jimmy Cricket’s Laughter Show.

Danny is a popular live performer who recently completed the UK theatre tour of Marvels of Mystery, the live production of BBC’s The Good Old Days at the legendary Leeds City Varieties, plus he was handpicked to host The Magic Circle Christmas Show, an annual festive tradition in London’s West End since 1967.

Danny has entertained the likes of David Beckham, James Corden and Chris Hemsworth and now he brings his 24K Magic to his hometown. Prepare to be amazed and astounded.

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The Bohemians

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, The Show Must Go On, Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You or 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.

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Tickets: £25 Concessions: £23.50 BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

The Sensational 60s’ Experience Join us for the musical phenomenon of 2025 with this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite feel-good 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 (featuring Jeff Brown, former member of The Tremeloes), Steve Ellis (The Voice of Love Affair), The Fortunes and Vanity Fare.

Full of timeless classics, hits include The Legend Of Xanadu, Silence Is Golden, Everlasting Love, Storm In A Teacup, Hitchin’ A Ride plus many more.

Step back in time to when pop music was at its very best.

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Friday 25 April 7.30pm

Shaun Ryder

Tickets: £33

Happy Mondays and Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays

He’s the wild man of rock who became a national treasure. Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman, Shaun Ryder, is hitting the road for a new, spoken word tour. The star of more-TV-showsthan-anyone-has-a-right-to-feature-on – including Celebrity Gogglebox and I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, among many others – redefined the sex’n’drugs’n’rock’n’roll lifestyle during the halcyon age of Madchester. He’s touring in support of his new book: Happy Mondays - and Fridays and Saturdays and Sundays. Fans can look forward to a carnival of excess, wild tales and improbable truths, as they enjoy the talents of a unique rock’n’roll star dubbed Britpop’s answer to WB Yeats. Strap yourselves in and say Hallelujah for Shaun.

FOR THE MEET & GREET BE IN THE FOYER AT 5.45PM, PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CAMERA PHONE WHICH WILL BE OPERATED BY ONE OF THE TEAM. CONTAINED IN YOUR GOODIE BAG IS A PHOTO OF SHAUN WHICH HE WILL SIGN.

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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.

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.

The Stage Door Bar is fully licenced and opens one hour before and after most performances.

The bar and function room is available for private hires. Please contact the theatre for more info.

Please be advised: Only food & drink purchased on the premises may be consumed in the Stage Door Bar. Regular art exhibitions are staged in the Theatre’s Art Gallery.

Join the Friends of the West Cliff The FRIENDS OF THE WEST CLIFF THEATRE is a friendly voluntary organisation founded in 1987 which has over 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 • carpets and furniture • stage curtains • refurbished toilets • a refurbished foyer • contributing more than half the cost of the purpose built storage facility 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 on a voluntary basis at the theatre, helping out Front Of House as well as at the charity shop or with maintaining the building.

Annual membership is only £10 per person, joint membership £15 and groups £25.

Application forms are available from the theatre or can be downloaded from the theatre website. friends@westcliffclacton.co.uk

The recently updated Stage Door Bar

Registered in England No. 02002819 • Charity No. 1001022

Give the Gift of Live Theatre 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.

And if you buy from the Box Office in person, we have a wallet you can put the voucher in.

Please ask our box office staff for more info.

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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 and from the local community.

Donations can be left at the shop during opening hours, and all proceeds made support the West Cliff Theatre. If you have spare time both the shop and theatre are always looking for volunteers.

Jimmy Cricket cutting the ribbon on opening day

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

food bill with a valid theatre ticket 20% off your for the date of the show 1-5 Pier Avenue, Clacton on Sea | 01255 688655 | www.charnallies.co.uk | reservations@charnallies.co.uk

Gift Aid 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! For detailed information about GIFT AID please visit www.hmrc.gov.uk/individuals/giving.

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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When booking your tickets online, you will be able to choose the seats that you sit in.

We have a Seating Capacity of just under 600 Seats.

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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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BOOK ONLINE westcliffclacton.co.uk

Booking information Tower Road westcliffclacton.co.uk tickets@westcliffclacton.co.uk Clacton-on-Sea 01255 4333 44 (Option 1) CO15 1LE 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.

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.

BOX OFFICE 01255 43 33 44 (option 1)

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