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20th Century Boy is a celebration of the life of Marc Bolan and his band T.Rex. Rocker, poet, electric warrior, king of glam, godfather of punk - Marc Bolan tried many styles on for size in his search to become a superstar. Before his tragic death in 1977, a few days short of his 30th birthday, Bolan lived life at breakneck speed, creating a series of iconic images, a string of number one hits and an army of obsessive fans. This dynamic new musical looks behind the glitter and the sequins to discover what drove the "bard of Hackney" to become "bigger than the Beatles". Packed with 70's hits including Ride a White Swan, Metal Guru, Get It On, I Love To Boogie, Children of the Revolution and of course the title track 20th Century Boy!

They dominated the charts for nearly ten years! They enjoyed nine number one records in the UK! They became Sweden's biggest export earners outselling Volvo cars! Sweden's international music phenomenon: Abba - Agnetha, Bjorn, Benny and Anni Frid - became global superstars of the 70's with their unique pop anthems. From their 1974 Eurovision triumph to an unbroken string of hits around the world their music has enjoyed unparalleled acclaim. Now you can experience Abba mania with this special live tribute concert. Enjoy all of your favourite classics Take A Chance On Me, Voulez Vous, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, The Winner Takes It All, join in the party and have the time of your life.

David Bowie tribute act.

Give her a cheeky smile, let her know you're interested - You need to catch her eye, you know flirtatious stuff? You need to be a little bit vulnerable - Be confident. Show her your soft side - But you don't wanna be too vulnerable. You don't wanna be too soft - Pretend they're the only one - Because then they'll feel special. The Act is about love between teenagers. It's about how you think we look together. The way things feel, the first time you feel them. It is awkward, funny, terrifying. It is excruciating anticipation...

American drag queen, singer-songwriter, YouTuber, and actor. Delano first appeared as a contestant on the seventh season of American Idol in 2008 as Danny Noriega.

This is a truly unique opportunity for fans to experience the charismatic TV personality and BBC's ?Pointless' presenter performing his favourite songs in a fantastic new stage production that celebrates his love of music and gives a glimpse into a different side of his endearing personality.

Green Day's American Idiot tells the story of three lifelong friends, forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of suburbia. Their quest for true meaning in a post 9/11 world leads them on the most exhilarating theatrical journey.

The career of Dutch violin superstar Andr? Rieu spans more than 30 years - he is not only a first-class entertainer, he is the "King of Waltz". And he sure knows how to stage a grand show including romantic moments and witty twists. His orchestral tours draw more than 600,000 people per year, meaning that the charismatic entertainer outsells superstars like Bruno Mars, AC/DC and Rihanna in the Billboard's Top 10. He has sold a massive 40 million CDs and DVDs and notched 30 Nr. 1 chart positions. Andr? Rieu ends his annual world tour traditionally with a UK and Ireland Arena Tour that leads his 2018 into nine cities coming to the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham Saturday 15 December 2018. He'll bring romance and magic to every fan during the cozy pre-Christmas season and will play wonderful Christmas carols alongside his entertaining programme.

Described by the New York Times as "a new soul queen", Angie Stone has worked with the likes of Mary J Blige and Al Green. She was the first female rapper in Sugarhill Records band The Sequance, lead vocalist in Vertical Hold, and was a backing singer for D'Angelo.Her second solo album, "Mahogany Soul", released in November 2001, features samples from The O'Jays and Curtis Mayfield, as well as collaborations with Raphael Saadiq (Lucy Pearl / D'Angelo) and Ali Shaheed Muhammad (a Tribe Called Quest producer).

A former special forces hero, now puts his military background to full use in shows such as SAS Who Dares Wins.

She's standing in what used to be her bedroom. She's come back to reclaim what she buried. The car waits outside. Debt, eviction, childhood, and the thing under the floorboards. What remains, long after you've paid it off?

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Arctic Monkeys are an English indie rock band started in 2002 in a suburb of Sheffield.

The story tells of many aspects of love: love between younger man and older woman; love between older man and younger woman; love between just women; love between nearly pre-teen and over thirty cousins. The list goes on but the real problem is that the younger woman, the older woman and the just woman in the list is the same woman and the near pre-teen is her daughter by the older man who is the uncle of the over-thirty cousin who just happens to be the younger man mentioned at the start.

Telling the story of soul legend Etta James' turbulent life and features some of her most beloved songs including Tell Mama, Something's Got A Hold On Me, Sugar On The Floor, the heart rending I'd Rather Go Blind, her iconic signature song At Last and more. Vika puts her heart and soul into this unforgettable show and is joined on stage by some of Australia's finest and funkiest musicians. During a long and tumultuous career that saw her win six Grammy Awards and a star on The Hollywood Walk Of Fame, Etta James has influenced a vast array of artists from Diana Ross, Janis Joplin, Stevie Wonder, The Rolling Stones and Rod Stewart and is acknowledged as inspiring the careers of a new generation of singers from Christina Aguilera, Joss Stone, Adele and the late Amy Winehouse. Sadly, Etta's frantic recording and touring schedule coincided with her ever-growing addiction problems and over time she not only sang the blues...she lived the blues. Mercifully, her passion for life and strength of character saw her conquer her demons and she continued to record and perform into her seventies. With respect, this is her story.

Five guys from Down Under have mastered Pink Floyd's whole sound and reproduce it with perfect covers of all the hits.

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When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, Lord and Lady Saxby, she has no idea her life is in danger! Waking up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell Stella what has happened. But not everything Aunt Alberta tells her turns out to be true and Stella quickly discovers she's in for the fight of her life against her very own awful Auntie!

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Formed in 1988 in their home town of Toronto, Canada, their first album 'Gordon', sold over 5000,000 copies in Canada, outselling artists such as U2 and Michael Jackson. For a time they were even nicknamed the 'Canadian Housemartins', after the UK's own melodic, humorous popsters.

American pop singer-songwriter, musician, arranger, producer, conductor, and performer, best known for such recordings as "Could It Be Magic", "Mandy", "Can't Smile Without You", and "Copacabana (At the Copa)."

The Beat have been hailed as one of the most important bands in British music history, having developed a unique sound that fuses ska, punk rock, reggae and soul. They are returning with their 2tone sound and simple message of love and unity to help you dance the night away.

Dark and alluring on tape, and creating a unique live story before the story's truly yet begun, Ben Howard is deserving of the acclaim as a captivating, unique and clever young British songwriter. The 'Every Kingdom Tour' is his most extensive tour to date. With the anticipation levels of his debut record intensifying, these shows have been selling out an incredible pace. Get in there quick guys! Every Kingdom is the debut album that Ben has been brewing for at least a couple of years. It's careful attention to detail, with tight, homespun harmonies and folk-informed arrangements, could only have been fully realised after relentless road-testing of these songs on stages across the UK and Europe

The ITV series comes to the stage, an all new set of Alicante escapades at the Solana Hotel.

Litten has written an all new set of Alicante escapades for much-loved cast members as they swap sangria for stotties and head to Newcastle International next year after a quick spruce at the Blow 'n' Go.

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Benjamin Zephaniah is one of the most high-profile international authors writing today, with an enormous breadth of appeal. Best known for his performance poetry with a political edge for adults and groundbreaking performance poetry for children, he also has his own rap/reggae band and has appeared on Desert Island Discs. He is in constant demand internationally to perform his work: he is (he thinks) Nelson Mandela’s favourite poet, and is the only Rastafarian poet to be short-listed for the Chairs of Poetry for both Oxford and Cambridge University. His previous novels for Bloomsbury are Face and Refugee Boy. He has also edited an anthology of poems The Bloomsbury Book of Love Poems.

American actor, insult comedian, costume designer, and drag queen.

Big Country was formed in 1981 by guitar playing founder members Stuart Adamson and Bruce Watson, who both originated from the band's hometown, Dunfermline in Scotland. They were then joined by drummer Mark Brzezicki and bass player Tony Butler who completed the award-winning band.

Big Country was formed in 1981 by guitar playing founder members Stuart Adamson and Bruce Watson, who both originated from the band's hometown, Dunfermline in Scotland. They were then joined by drummer Mark Brzezicki and bass player Tony Butler who completed the award-winning band.

Regarded by many as a classic, the multi-million selling album Steeltown went straight to the number one slot in the album charts when it was released in 1984, produced by Steve Lillywhite. The band will perform songs from the album as well as their classic hits and live favourites such as Fields of Fire, Chance, Where The Rose Is Sown, Wonderland, Look Away and many more taken from their eight other studio albums which include The Seer, Peace In Our Time and the triple Grammy-nominated The Crossing.

Big Country was formed in 1981 by guitar playing founder members Stuart Adamson and Bruce Watson, who both originated from the band's hometown, Dunfermline in Scotland. They were then joined by drummer Mark Brzezicki and bass player Tony Butler who completed the award-winning band.

Regarded by many as a classic, the multi-million selling album Steeltown went straight to the number one slot in the album charts when it was released in 1984, produced by Steve Lillywhite. The band will perform songs from the album as well as their classic hits and live favourites such as Fields of Fire, Chance, Where The Rose Is Sown, Wonderland, Look Away and many more taken from their eight other studio albums which include The Seer, Peace In Our Time and the triple Grammy-nominated The Crossing.

Dubbed 'Britain's finest rock poet' Bragg has collaborated with REM and the Smiths, and written for Kirsty Maccoll and Dubstar.

He has collected a pile of Gold and Platinum records across the world in his career and hit the number one spot worldwide in pop chats from USA and Australia to Germany, Holland and the UK. Billy has achieved extraordinary success as both an artist and songwriter.

Abba tribute band. Sing along to all the hits - Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Money Money Money, Take a Chance on Me, Knowing Me Knowing You, The Winner Takes It All, Summer Night City, The Name of the Game, Fernando and Thank You for the Music.

Musical melodrama set in Liverpool about twins separated at birth and the effects on their personalities as they grow up of 'nature' and 'nurture'. A poor family, already with kids, is blessed with twins, but they can't cope. The mother cleans at a 'posh' house where they are desperate to have kids but can't and a deal is struck which no-one must know about. Despite the efforts of the new family the boys paths cross time and time again as they grow and one becomes 'bad' while the other is 'good'. Eventually they clash with tragic consequences. The musical is un-usual in having a "narrator" who helps to move the plot along.

The band have had a busy year playing live to sold out venues and packed festival tents across the UK and Europe, including Glastonbury, Field Day, The Great Escape, T in the Park and the Isle of Wight Festival.

British indie rock band.

Beatles tribute band which faithfully recreate the sound and images of the Fab Four from their early 'moptop' days through Revolver and Sgt Pepper to their final performance on the rooftop of the Apple building. The atmosphere is perpetuated with the use of authentic instruments, costumes and backdrops and special effects, giving a nostalgic re-creation of the era. The band will be joined on stage by a nine-piece orchestra. Since the Bootlegs were formed in 1980, they have enjoyed spectacular success both at home and abroad. Their international reputation accelerated following a sixty date tour of the then USSR in 1982. They have performed in France, Spain, India the USA and before an audience of 18,000 in Manila.

Since their inception in 1981 Culture Club have sold more than 50 million records worldwide, with a stream of classic hits including; 'Do You Really Want to Hurt Me', 'Karma Chameleon', 'Church Of The Poison Mind', 'Victims', 'It's A Miracle' and 'The War Song'

The Life Tour: starring Boy George & Culture Club will also feature 80's pop sweetheart Belinda Carlisle and new wave, synth pop artist Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey

Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy, a part of the multi-platinum, record breaking bands, Westlife and Boyzone, joined forces and created Boyzlife

Stories, laughter and music ...

Singer, actor and comedian. Strictly Come Dancing competitor 2017.

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Bright Light Bright Light have toured with the Scissor Sisters, and Elton John went so far as to describe them as one of the hottest acts in the UK at the time.

Pink Floyd tribute band.

Brit Floyd, the world's greatest Pink Floyd tribute show, returns to the stage in 2019 with its most ambitious and best production yet, a very special 40th Anniversary retrospective of Pink Floyd's iconic rock opera, The Wall.

Broadcasts directly from the National Theatre, Royal Opera House and other famous theatres around the world onto a big screen. Broadcasts may be of live performances or "Encore" screenings of previous famous productions recorded "as live".

Live performance broadcast.

In this prevailing era of 'distinguished rock bands', CAMEL stands among the best. Classic survivors in the ultimate sense.

Caro Emerald is set to dazzle Britain with her polished fusion of pop, jazz and swing.

One of the freshest and bravest talents to emerge in British poetry - any poetry - for years.

Joining Carol Ann are new writers from Manchester MET and a variety of established poets offering a medley of jazz, poetry and conversation.

Features the music and tells the story of one of the closest of brother-sister relationships, a professional relationship that received world wide recognition and an enviable run of chart successes. The show has been touring since 1989 when it was widely held to be the UK's first ever tribute show.

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The Cherry Orchard premiered at the Moscow Art Theatre 17 January 1904, on Chekhov's 44th birthday and only six months before his death. Overjoyed at being back at her large country house Madame Ranyevskaya is reassured to find the cherry orchard looking unchanged. But for how long? The family's wealth has gone and their only hope is to destroy the beloved orchard. The axes are ready to swing through the orchards of Russia ..

Soulful exponents of magical vocal harmonies and timeless classics such as Forgotten Town, Hooverville and Harvest For the World.

One of contemporary Irish music's best singer-songwriters.

Christy Moore remains a relevant force on today's contemporary music scene. 2010 saw him win Best Male at Ireland's prestigious Meteor Music Awards and the Penguin Book of Irish Verse included his song Lisdoonvarna. Meanwhile, 2011 has seen him take the stage with Coldplay in front of 80,000 at Oxygen Festival and his cover of Bob Dylan's Hattie Carroll has been included on The Rough Guide to Bob Dylan, which features the best Bob Dylan covers. With his new album Where I Come From released Nov 2013, Moore looks set to continue his reign as the king of Irish roots music, with a career - both as a solo musician and with Planxty and Moving Hearts - that has spanned over four decades. Christy will be accompanied by his long term producer, collaborator and friend, Declan Sinnott.

In a fairy-tale kingdom, poor Cinderella is a servant to her cruel stepmother and ugly stepsisters. When a handsome prince invites all the maidens of the land to his party, she only has rags to wear. With the help of her friend Buttons and a sprinkling of magic from her Fairy Godmother, will she make it to the ball after all?

Australian drag diva.

Broadway glamour and toe-tapping tunes in an all Gershwin extravaganza.

This modern world does not always seem the place for men of style and vigour. Men with a penchant for sentiment, romance and charm. Men who own tap shoes. Crooners follows the story of three British gentlemen who, by their very nature, exude the characteristics of a crooner; suave, self-assured, stylish. By the very same nature, it is not always obvious that these characteristics are adopted quite so well by the quintessentially British. Cue a splendiferous injection of British comedy, tongue firmly in cheek, and an outrageous injection of big band swing. Featuring the outstanding and uncompromising live, on stage musicianship of the nine-piece band The Mini Big Band, these Crooners feature songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Matt Monro, Nat King Cole and Bobby Darin. Expect some Lady is a Tramp, Come Fly With Me, L.O.V.E., When You're Smiling, Fly Me To The Moon, Beyond The Sea, Mac The Knife and many more.

Born in Richmond, Virginia, to a preacher family, D'Angelo showed musical talent as a small child; he began playing piano aged just five. By the time he was 18 D'Angelo was winning competitions, and was a member of rap act I.D.U. It was through a demo tape of them that D'Angelo was spotted by a record company executive. He signed to EMI Records in 1991. In 1994, D'Angelo co-wrote and co-produced the anthem "U Will Know" which was the first track from the Jason's "Lyric" soundtrack. The following year, D'Angelo's debut, "Brown Sugar" was released to rave reviews. The much anticipated follow-up, "Voodoo", was released in 2000 and hit the No 1 spot on the American Billboard charts, as did the first single release, "Untitled".

Raggae artist and youngest son of Bob Marley.

A show about our worldwide pursuit of wealth, power and pleasure.

Darius Rucker first found fame as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of GRAMMY award-winning Hootie & the Blowfish. Since re-introducing himself to the world as a country artist, he has released four consecutive albums to top the Billboard Country albums chart and earned a whole new legion of fans.

Now he makes his solo debut at the Royal Albert Hall as part of Country Music Week 2018.

When a theatre is 'dark' it means that it is closed. This may be temporary, e.g. between shows, or it may be semi-permanent, e.g. when it is closed for refurbishment (sometimes it is uncertain when this happens whether it will actually open again) and sometimes it means that the theatre is completely out to action, lost or gone!

The former Talking Heads lead singer and guitarist, who has worked with a wide range of artists, from the B-52s, to Richard Thompson and Brian Eno, plays solo.

tar of Never Mind The Buzzcocks and 8 Out Of 10 Cats, and winner of the 2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award, David O'Doherty's humour fits into the slightly nerdish, misfit worldview increasingly adopted by a certain breed of comic; delicate, sweet and thought-provoking rather than aggressive and in-your face.

The band formed in 1985 and took their name from a Steely Dan song. After Our Town, their greatest hits album, went to No 1 in the chart in 1994 Deacon Blue called it a day and went out on a high. Now they are back..!

Formed in Glasgow in 1983, during their distinguished career Del Amitri had four Top 10 albums and a string of memorable hit singles. Their million selling breakthrough album 'Waking Hours' (1989) included the hits 'Nothing Ever Happens' and 'Kiss This Thing Goodbye'. The follow-up, 1992's 'Change Everything', featured the massive radio single 'Always The Last To Know' and reached No.2 in the albums chart, only being held off the top slot by the might of 'The Bodyguard' soundtrack. 1995's 'Twisted' charted at No.3 and included their biggest ever single 'Roll To Me', which reached No.10 on the Billboard Hot 100. Del Amitri's most recent album was 2002's 'Can You Do Me Good?', and the band have been on hiatus since finishing the subsequent tour.

Diamond explores LGBT history spanning the 60-year period from 1957 to 2017 through the personal biography of David Hoyle. Weaving together intimate personal accounts and landmark events, Diamond charts Hoyle's rise from gay adolescent in Blackpool in the north of England, to famous Channel 4 anti-drag queen cult phenomena. Revisiting landmark events such as the Wolfenden Report, the partial decriminalisation of homosexuality, the repeal of Section 28 and the lives of prominent gay figures such as Alan Turing, and more recent LGBT political activists, Diamond offers moments of reflection and insights into this history and ongoing struggle for equality. Diamond is a piece of theatre that navigates counter-cultures, queer gender and sexuality, and British attitudes, and will appeal to all with liberation in their heart.

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International Queen of Burlesque, Dita Von Teese, will be thrilling fans with her highly-anticipated evening of glamour and seduction in her critically acclaimed show, The Art of the Teese. The Art of the Teese will showcase the stunning visuals of the exclusive acts that have made Von Teese the consummate performer in modern burlesque, captivating the imagination and transporting audiences worldwide.

Oh look, Sh!t Theatre again, what is it this time? Oh, is it unemployment? Is there a crisis? Is the government doing something wrong again? No it's a show about Dolly Parton. We f*#king love her.

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Over the course of his extraordinary career, Don McLean has sold over 40 gold and platinum records worldwide. The classic hit, American Pie was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2002, and in 2004 Don himself was inducted into the Song Writers Hall of Fame. He has sold out arenas worldwide, performing 12 world tours and has performed more than 3,500 concert appearances.

The Doors were a celebration of all that was wild, weird and wonderful about 60 s L.A. The Doors Alive, the UK s premier Doors tribute band, recreate the look, sounds and vibe of a classic performance. Their energetic show is delivered with style and professionalism and is the ultimate Doors experience with a set list including; Love Me Two Times, Five To One, People Are Strange, Hello I Love You, Twentieth Century Fox, Riders On The Storm, The Crystal Ship, When The Music's Over, Unknown Soldier, Touch Me, Love Her Madly, Roadhouse Blues, Alabama Song, Back Door Man, Break On Through, Soul Kitchen, The Changeling, Gloria, L.A. Woman, Light My Fire, Peace Frog & Moonlight Drive.

The Dreamboys are the biggest and most successful male glamour show in the UK. The evening is hosted by a sexy Dreamboy who actively encourages audience participation!

Get ready for two hours of music, muscle, magic and mayhem in this action packed strip show featuring the hottest hunks that will literally have you begging for more!

"Acting is an emergency, and in an emergency you do whatever works. What you do in a fire drill may bear no resemblance to what you do in an actual fire, but your chances of survival are greatly improved by a past enactment of the drills" Deb Margolin. Award-winning multimedia theatre-makers Breach have previously explored re-enacting the past - from a 1985 clash between riot police and New Age travelers in The Beanfield, to a 1960's experiment into teaching dolphins English in Tank. In The Drill, the company investigates rehearsing for the future - through safety drills and emergency response training. Mashing up documentary film, devised theatre and audience interaction, The Drill takes a critical look at emergency preparedness scenarios to consider today's anxieties around security and terrorism.

The Drill is co-commissioned by Battersea Arts Centre, The Bike Shed Theatre, New Diorama Theatre and HOME Manchester, with support from The Albany Theatre.

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As I sat, coming to the frightening realisation that the script I'd been writing for ten years no longer fit in a world that was spiralling out of control, my mother called to tell me the Duke of Wellington, a porcelain figure my father bought for £750 as an investment in 1974, had broken while dusting. It seemed there were three problems to be fixed - the script, the world and the porcelain figure. The Duke playfully mixes fantasy and reality, taking audiences on an imaginative and touching journey full of laughter.

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BAFTA and Perrier award winning comedian.

Moran will offer his unique take on love, politics, misery and the everyday absurdities of life, all served with poetical panache.

Ken's got love on his mind, but will barmaid, Tanya, ring the landlord's bell? Old Tommy would play Cupid - if only he didn't have IBS (Irritable Bugger's Syndrome). Crime is on the rise but fear not, as local cops Phil and Nige are getting stuck in... to a couple of pints in the back room. After all, "Crime can't crack itself." All of this and much, much more when Early Doors returns.

The Grapes Pub will reopen its doors for the UK tour, in a not-to-be-missed night of fun and laughter.

Earth, Wind & Fire has become one of the world top-selling musical groups of all-time since its formation in 1969 in Chicago. The band sold over 100 million albums world-wide.

Masterfully blending soulful vocals with organic folk introspection and irresistible hip-hop hooks, Ed Sheeran has enjoyed a meteoric rise. The 22-year old's debut "+"entered the U.K. Albums Chart at #1 with the highest opening week figures for a debut male solo artist ever and is now certified 6x platinum in the UK. The singer/songwriter is also a two-time BRIT Award winner, recipient of an Ivor Novello Award and has gone on to become a global phenomenon.

Eddi Reader's rare blend of meltingly true vocals and towering romanticism combine with an astute, pragmatic nature to make her a unique and powerful figure in contemporary British music. She is one of popular music's most thrilling and affecting performers. Formerly of Fairground Attraction.

One of the UK's leading Ballet Companies.

The young and na?ve Manon is torn between two lives: privilege and opulence with the wealthy Monsieur GM, or innocent love with the penniless student Des Grieux. Wanting it all will be her downfall. Aristocrats and beggars, courtesans and harlots fill the stage to take you from a gambling den in 18th-century Paris to a desolate Louisiana swamp, and share with you one of British ballet's most dramatic stories. Famous for its expressive choreography and acting demands, Manon features some of the most challenging roles in ballet. Let our Company sweep you up, to the haunting music of Jules Massenet performed live by English National Ballet Philharmonic.

Eric Bibb is steeped in the 60's Greenwich Village folk scene and drenched in the American blues tradition, He has a rare talent and a deftly accomplished, soulful and gospel-infused, guitar playing and singing.

The talent of the late, great George Michael.

The show features international George Michael tribute artist Wayne Dilks together with his incredible seven-piece band and backing singers.

The Runar Borge production is inspired by Alan Parker's Oscar-winning film and the popular American television series. Set in New York's legendary High School for the Performing Arts, Fame follows a group of talented students in their quests for stardom and success as well as in their struggles with romance and other teenaged relationships.

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A tribute to George Michael. The show is packed with crowd pleasing anthems. From Wham! classics of the 'new pop' revival to the chart topping success of the eighties album Faith. All the awesome tunes of the nineties & noughties including the irresistible Flawless.

Like father, like son...Femi Kuti takes the genius of his father, Afrobeat superstar Fela Anikulapo Kuti - into a new dimension. Femi's version of Afrobeat is the most exciting sound to emerge from Nigeria in years, borrowing the best elements of his father's powerful legacy - deep funk grooves, blazing horns, exuberant percussion and provocative lyrics that propel James Brown's beats back to Africa - and adding the freshness of young Lagos and its taste for the new sounds of the urban dancefloor.

In a small Nigerian town, unbeknown to their parents, four young brothers decide to go to fishing at a forbidden river. They meet a local madman who utters a terrifying prophecy that one will kill the other. At that moment their destinies change forever. This chance encounter unleashes a spiral of fear which leads to a tragic chain of events of mythic proportions.

Based on the Man Booker shortlisted novel by one of Africa's major new voices, New Perspectives, a theatre company offering audiences new voices through work by cutting edge new talent and contemporary takes on existing work, present this powerful allegory of love, vengeance and fate in a new adaptation by award-winning playwright Gbolahan Obisesan.

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Fleetwood Mac tribute Band.

Perrier Nominee 2003.

Irish comedy, potato, potato, potato, potato, potato, potato, potato, potato, potato, potato, potato, you racist. Foil, Arms and Hog present a delicious blend of bizarre, surreal and hilarious comedy scenes with outrageous characters and unexpected twists.

1970's British/American rock band originally formed by Mick Jones, Ian McDonald and Lou Gramm.

Motown's undisputed Emperors of Soul. The Four Tops' groundbreaking sound includes soul, R&B, disco, doo-woop and jazz influences; they strongly contributed to define the Motown sound. Their hits include I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch) and 1966 number one Reach Out (I'll Be There). The line-up for the tour includes original member Duke Fakir plus Ronnie McNeir, Lawrence Payton and Harold 'Spike' Bonhart. The Temptations were the first Motown band to win a Grammy Award in 1969 with Cloud Nine; they won 3 in total, plus the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013, tribute to a career that helped shape Soul and R&B music as we know it. Amongst their classics are My Girl and Papa Was a Rolling Stone. The current line-up is made up of original member Otis Williams, Ron Tyson, Terry Weeks, Joe Herndon and Bruce Williamson.

Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons have sold over 100 million records worldwide and defined the sound of an era with classic hits like: Walk Like A Man, Sherry, Can't Take My Eyes Off You, Rag Doll, Big Girls Don't Cry and many more.

Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons have sold over 100 million records worldwide and defined the sound of an era with classic hits like: Walk Like A Man, Sherry, Can't Take My Eyes Off You, Rag Doll, Big Girls Don't Cry and many more.

Featuring Bruce Foxton from the original line up of The Jam and from Stiff Little Fingers. Playing classic The Jam hits such as Down In The Tube Station At Midnight, Going Underground, Town Called Malice and The Modern World as well as songs from Bruce Foxton's solo career.

From The Jam often have several concurrent tours - you can usually check which from the ticket suppliers links.

Featuring Bruce Foxton from the original line up of The Jam and from Stiff Little Fingers. Playing classic The Jam hits such as Down In The Tube Station At Midnight, Going Underground, Town Called Malice and The Modern World as well as songs from Bruce Foxton's solo career.

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Gary Barlow on tour. His solo debut album, 'Open Road' shot to the top of the charts and also spawned two number one singles.

In 2017 Numan released Savage: Songs From A Broken World, and earned the best reviews of his career, entering the UK charts at No.2. This show will feature songs drawn not only from his highly successful Savage album, but also key songs from his vast back catalogue.

The legendary George Benson has sold millions of records world-wide and thrilled audiences everywhere.

The live shows will feature George Benson's masterful guitar playing, and Benson and his band will perform his Greatest Hits from his impressive back catalogue - which includes such classics as Give Me The Night, Lady Love Me (One More Time), Turn Your Love Around, Love X Love, Never Give Up On A Good Thing and In Your Eyes.

Gilbert O'Sullivan first came to prominence in the 1970s with hits such as Along Again (Naturally), Clair and Nothing Rhymed.

Over the years the Gipsy Kings, whose members hail from the gypsy settlements in Arles and Montpelier in the south of France, have included singers and guitarists from the Reyes and Baliardo families. The band's vigorous guitar work and passionate vocals are the trademarks of an indigenous musical tradition known as 'rumba flamenca' and recently, for the first time in years, the band recorded without a drum kit, synthesizer, or electric bass, bringing the music closer to its flamenco origins.

Vocalist, bass guitarist, songwriter Glenn Hughes is a true original. No other rock musician has carved such a distinctive style blending the finest elements of hard rock, soul and funk. That astonishing voice is Hughes calling card. He s known as a singer s singer.

Awarding Gomez the 1998 Mercury Music Prize the judges described them as 'an intriguing blend of swampy blues, bar room rock and errie power'.

The Goo Goo Dolls are an American rock band formed in 1986.

Award-winning artist; Bafta-winning TV presenter; Reith Lecturer and bestselling author with traditional masculine traits including having the desire to 'always be right and to overtake all other cyclists when going up big hills'.

Legendary Hacienda DJs Graeme Park and Mike Pickering, alongside executive producer Peter Hook, are preparing new classic tracks to add to the repertoire, which will see the DJs joined on the world's most famous stage by the Manchester Camerata and special guests.

'I am that mixed raced kid, like 50/50, on the fence, lukewarm, in-between maybe. Trust me, around here I'm about as black as it goes...' Jazmin feels different. She doesn't want to stay in the village. She doesn't want to have a baby. She doesn't want to laugh at racist jokes in the local pub. She's got to get out. A partly autobiographical dark comedy about finding your voice.

This entertaining Liverpool quintet emerged from total obscurity to become a dominant British indie chart regular in the first half of 1986. Having disbanded in 1987 the group reformed in 1990 displaying a marked progression in song writing and performance, with a fine mix of hard rock and soulful ballads. Though their work is becoming more polished and sophisticated they have retained their sense of the absurd.

Talkative housewife Winnie, and her husband Willie, spend their days together under the blazing sun. Winnie talks, prays and sings her way through life with nothing but a bell for waking and a bell for sleep. First performed in 1961.

The most famous, and entertaining, basketball team in the World.

Heather Peace has just announced that she is pregnant, so she is heading out on the road to treat her legions of fans to a small selection of shows before she is no longer able to rest her guitar on what Heather is expecting to be a huge baby bump! The show will be a mixture of old and new material fused with some super upbeat and some acoustic arrangements. Expect to hear all of your favourite songs in what is set to be an unmissable night.

Heather Small, the biggest voice, and biggest haircut, in pop. Most famous for being the voice of Manchester based band M People, she has also enjoyed a successful solo career.

In 2005, Heather's solo single Proud became the official soundtrack for London's 2012 Olympic bid

Rising from the ashes of the original line-up of The Human League, Heaven 17 immediately returned with their musical manifesto - Penthouse & Pavement - mixing the art-school electronics with which they had made their name, with lush funk arrangements.

Henry 'My Dear Old Thing' Blofeld has hung up his microphone after 50 years commentating on international cricket. The cherished golden voice of cricket has decided to celebrate by touring the country with his brand-new show, jam-packed full of unheard anecdotes from on and off the pitch, as well as stories from the TMS box not allowed on the radio! Don't miss the chance to wave a bat in honour to the last bastion of the original Test Match Special team; the team who made it the much-loved programme it is today. The summers of cricket will never be the same without our 'Dear Old Thing'.

American rock supergroup formed in 2015 by Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, and Joe Perry to honor the music of the rock stars who died from excess in the 1970s.

First ever UK dates.

Holy Moly & The Crackers are a seven-piece 'gypsy folk 'n' roll' band from the UK. Influenced by an eclectic range of styles and artists, their sound combines punk, ska, reggae, folk, blues, honky-tonk and Balkan. As such they play a unique mash-up of folk/blues, waltz tempos and hoe-downs and french zazou in outlandish carnival style. It is loud, funky and fun.

One of the biggest bands to come out of the Eighties. The Human League formed in 1977 in the climate of punk, but it was in the eighties, with 'new romantics' and the addition of two unknown singers Joanne Catherall and Susanne Sulley that the band began to take over the charts. The image of two girls, two boys and Phil Oakey's lopsided hair-do caught the public's imagination.

In the Night Garden Live is an amazing musical theatre experience for all the family. Children's favourite CBeebies' stars - Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends - are all brought beautifully to life on stage using full-size costumes, magical puppets, enchanting music and breath-taking projections.

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Classic rock band.

Chef and author.

On the Road Again sees James building on from the unrivalled success of his 2016 tour, bringing the experiences of his hit TV shows 'French Adventure', 'American Adventure' and 'Saturday Morning with James Martin' to this brand new live show. James' legendary cooking skills will be on display, dazzling the audiences with his skill, speed and dexterity, and of course his usual unabashed humour. Audiences can expect an entertaining, fast-moving immersive show, jam-packed with James' signature cooking demonstrations and full of exciting twists, big surprises and some very special additions. Although food will be at the heart of the show, Martin will also be joined by special guests and much much more.

Jason Derulo is now established as one of the world's biggest pop stars having sold 17 million singles globally (1.8 million of which were in the UK) and a million copies of his debut album. His YouTube channel has received over 400 million streams which places it in the Top 100 All-Time Most Viewed Channels, and he had over 100,000 plays on UK radio in 2010, making him the 9th most played artist of the year. In addition, he has over 6 million fans on Facebook.

Renowned for his hilarious observations and loveable, friendly delivery Jason has been a firm favourite with comedy fans of all ages since his first solo stand-up show earned him huge critical acclaim and a nomination for the prestigious Perrier Newcomer Award back in 2005.

Muddle Class follows Jason's hugely successful 2013/4 ?First World Problems' tour, which ran for 18 months and took him to all corners of the British Isles, performing more than 200 sold out shows. Since then, Jason has had a very busy time with a variety of projects. He revisited the world of musicals to great critical acclaim. Firstly starring as Leo Bloom in the UK tour of Mel Brooks' 'The Producers'. And then in the starring role of Caractacus Potts in the UK tour of 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang'. Jason also returned to the world of radio, hosting his massively popular three-hour live show on Absolute every Sunday morning, which consistently delivers huge ratings.

Renowned for his hilarious observations and loveable, friendly delivery Jason has been a firm favourite with comedy fans of all ages since his first solo stand-up show earned him huge critical acclaim and a nomination for the prestigious Perrier Newcomer Award back in 2005.

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More popular than ever, Jeff Lynne's ELO have always been known for their epic live shows and with a distinct style that seamlessly and innovatively blends rock, pop and classical, ELO has had twenty six UK Top 40 singles, making Lynne's sweeping productions some of the most recognisable music of the last forty years and helping sell over 50 million records worldwide.

Jersey Boys tells the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, the blue collar kids from New Jersey who formed a singing group and became famous. The musical features many of the group's pop hits from the Sixties such as Big Girls Don't Cry, Oh What a Night and Can't Take My Eyes off of You.

Jesus Hopped the A Train by Stephen Adly Guirgis is an emotionally devastating search for morality and grace within the cynicism and daily degradations of the US penal system. It is a play which examines notions of faith and despair, and demonstrates that, even in the midst of injustice and brutality, there exists a motivating desire to prove oneself worthwhile.

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Prestigious festival and theatre performances have confirmed Jo Harman's growing reputation as a powerhouse blues-fuelled, gospel, roots and soul singer of exceptional quality. With a world class band in tow (whose CV's include the likes of Jessie J, Tina Turner, Bob Dylan and more) this is a storming evening with old school entertainment values which is not to be missed.

Baez's career has spanned over 50 years, during which time she unselfconsciously introduced Bob Dylan to the world, marched on the front lines of the Civil Rights movement with Martin Luther King, inspired Vaclav Havel to fight for a Czech Republic, and continues to this day to stand passionately on behalf of causes she embraces. She is the recipient of many honours including the Recording Academy's Lifetime Achievement Award and Amnesty International's Ambassador of Conscience award.

The new album Whistle Down The Wind, produced by Joe Henry, will be released in late February 2018.

Joe is a hugely talented up-and-coming comedian with an unaffected, relaxed and effortless stage presence. An appealing, engaging and natural performer, have led him to progress rapidly since his first gig at the Comedy Store in Manchester in February 2008.

Joe is a hugely talented up-and-coming comedian with an unaffected, relaxed and effortless stage presence. An appealing, engaging and natural performer, have led him to progress rapidly since his first gig at the Comedy Store in Manchester in February 2008.

Pop in and see Joe Lycett on his brand new stand-up tour, where he'll be sharing jokes, paintings and some of the pathetic internet trolling he's been up to recently. As seen on 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, QI and The Royal Variety Performance.

Joe is a hugely talented up-and-coming comedian with an unaffected, relaxed and effortless stage presence. An appealing, engaging and natural performer, have led him to progress rapidly since his first gig at the Comedy Store in Manchester in February 2008.

Pop in and see Joe Lycett on his brand new stand-up tour, where he'll be sharing jokes, paintings and some of the pathetic internet trolling he's been up to recently. As seen on 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown, QI and The Royal Variety Performance.

In a vain attempt at bourgeois credibility, Manchester's sharp-dressed, sharp-delivering punk poet Lenny, changed his name to John Cooper Clarke and embarked on a ?polysyllabic excursion though Thrillsville'! Clad in the slum chic of the hipster, he issued the slang anthems of the zip age in the desperate esperanto of bop. Expect a mix of hilarious anecdotes of life in a Northern town interspersed with machine-gun fast delivery of some of his best poems. If you think poetry is dull and boring, or posh and erudite - you haven't seen JCC!

John Edwards has captivated audiences worldwide. On his internationally distributed talk shows, Crossing Over with John Edward and John Edward Cross Country, he uses his unique abilities to connect people with loved ones who have passed on. Deeply compelling, often startling and occasionally humorous, John's down-to-earth approach has earned him a vast and loyal following.

The John Wilson Orchestra was formed by British orchestral conductor John Wilson in 1994. It is a symphonic orchestra that includes a big jazz band. It performs the original arrangements of MGM musicals and the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein

Filling in the cultural blanks with side-splitting anecdotes and extended patience. A group of people telling each other their most beloved jokes from the cultures they grew up in, and if other doesn't get them, trying their best to explain them until they do. Drawing from Jewish and Queer heritages, Mars explores the cultural quirks she was exposed to and invites the same reflections of the vastly diverse People of Manchester who will not just be watching but also taking part. What better way to explore difference than with healing laughter

Boogie Woogie. Jools Holland needs little introduction. In 1973 he met up with Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook and formed Squeeze and with hits like 'Cool for Cats' and 'Up the Junction' Squeeze achieved spectacular success. In 1990 Jools sowed the seeds of the Rhythm and Blues Orchestra when he began touring with Squeeze's virtuoso drummer Gilson Lavis. This has evolved into a powerful and disciplined twelve-piece band, capable of selling out hundreds of shows a year all over Britain and Europe.

Soft Cell frontman Marc Almond will be accompanying Jools for the 2018 Autumn/Winter UK tour as a special guest. Also performing with Jools will be the supremely talented vocalists Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall as well as original Squeeze member Gilson Lavis on drums with the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. With a tremendous collection of Jools compositions and boogie-woogie classics to choose from, Jools' annual UK tour is set to be an unforgettable night out that will delight both Jools and Marc Almond fans and have audiences on their feet!

Boogie Woogie. Jools Holland needs little introduction. In 1973 he met up with Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook and formed Squeeze and with hits like 'Cool for Cats' and 'Up the Junction' Squeeze achieved spectacular success. In 1990 Jools sowed the seeds of the Rhythm and Blues Orchestra when he began touring with Squeeze's virtuoso drummer Gilson Lavis. This has evolved into a powerful and disciplined twelve-piece band, capable of selling out hundreds of shows a year all over Britain and Europe.

Soft Cell frontman Marc Almond will be accompanying Jools for the 2018 Autumn/Winter UK tour as a special guest. Also performing with Jools will be the supremely talented vocalists Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall as well as original Squeeze member Gilson Lavis on drums with the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. With a tremendous collection of Jools compositions and boogie-woogie classics to choose from, Jools' annual UK tour is set to be an unforgettable night out that will delight both Jools and Marc Almond fans and have audiences on their feet!

An unparalleled live performer, Josh T. Pearson comes to London to play tracks from his debut solo album Last Of The Country Gentlemen. Originally from Texas, Josh T. Pearson formed the short-lived phenomenon that was Lift to Experience, who released one sprawling, majestic masterpiece - 2001's The Texas-Jerusalem Crossroads - before splitting up soon after. Lift to Experience were so beloved by John Peel that he had them record three sessions in five months, and they were included in the Best 125 Peel Sessions of all time. Since then, Josh T. Pearson has spent many years in the wilderness, only releasing one studio recording, I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry, a split 7-inch single with the Dirty Three and appearing on the Mercury Prize-nominated Bat for Lashes album Fur and Gold.

John Williams' classic score to Jurassic Park will thunder through the Royal Albert Hall this year, as the iconic venue hosts the world premiere of Steven Spielberg's masterpiece in a film-and-live-orchestra extravaganza. These special shows will see the 1993 blockbuster screened in full in stunning high-definition on a giant screen, whilst the unforgettable music is played live on stage by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, conducted by Ludwig Wicki. Spielberg's triple-Academy Award-winning Jurassic Park transports us to a secluded island where scientists have succeeded in reviving the age of dinosaurs in a brand new, immersive theme park - the likes of which has never been seen before. The film sees palaeontologists Alan Grant (Sam Neill) and Ellie Sattler (Laura Dern) form part of an exclusive group invited for a sneak preview of the park's wonders, but when things go terribly wrong, they must fight for their lives against unimaginable dangers in a desperate attempt to escape from a world in which dinosaurs rule once again.

Originally a member of NSYNC and solo since 2002. Songs include "Like I Love You", "Cry Me A River", and "Rock Your Body.

Grammy award-winning country music star.

Although best known as one of Scotland's finest traditional singers, [Karine Polwart's delightfully eclectic debut CD 'Faultlines' establishes her as one of the most imaginative new Scottish voices.

Formally known as Jordan, Katie Price is an English TV personality and glamour model who iappears on ITV's Loose Women. Katie also made a name for herself appearing in ITV's I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! As well as her own reality shows.

This special evening will consist of Katie Price talking about her life stories and she will also be performing her brand new single I Got U.

RuPaul's Drag Race Miss Congeniality and All Stars S2 finalist known for her incredibly funny personas and characters, including everybody's favourite dumpster living hairdresser, Trish.

Karen and Kevin are now established as one of BBC1's Strictly Come Dancing most popular dance couples. Karen has appeared in four series of TV's most watched programme, partnering Nicky Byrne from Westlife, "Hairy Biker" Dave Myers, reached the final with Mark Wright before stealing the show on the last series with Jeremy Vine. Kevin set a new Strictly record on the last series by becoming the first professional ever to reach the final for three consecutive years. After making a spectacular debut with Breakfast News presenter Susanna Reid, he went on to make finals with popstar Frankie Bridge and recently Eastenders actress Kellie Bright.

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Glaswegian comic.

American actor, comedian and wroter.

In Germany, during the months before the Second World War, 10,000 Jewish children made a perilous and heartbreaking journey, leaving their families in Europe to begin a new life in Britain - the Kindertransport. Kindertransport follows the journey of Jewish girl Eva as she leaves Germany behind for a new life in Manchester. Past and present day intertwine as we see the young Eva struggling with a displaced childhood and her adult self, Evelyn, confronting her past as her daughter Faith leaves home for the first time. And we discover the effects that Evelyn's painful childhood memories have on her life and family, as Faith finds letters and artefacts in the attic, revealing to her Evelyn's suppressed past life and her own hidden family history. Based upon the memories of Kindertransport children, Diane Samuel's riveting human drama explores the issues of how we define ourselves and the basic human need in all of us to have a sense of belonging.

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In Germany, during the months before the Second World War, 10,000 Jewish children made a perilous and heartbreaking journey, leaving their families in Europe to begin a new life in Britain - the Kindertransport. Kindertransport follows the journey of Jewish girl Eva as she leaves Germany behind for a new life in Manchester. Past and present day intertwine as we see the young Eva struggling with a displaced childhood and her adult self, Evelyn, confronting her past as her daughter Faith leaves home for the first time. And we discover the effects that Evelyn's painful childhood memories have on her life and family, as Faith finds letters and artefacts in the attic, revealing to her Evelyn's suppressed past life and her own hidden family history. Based upon the memories of Kindertransport children, Diane Samuel's riveting human drama explores the issues of how we define ourselves and the basic human need in all of us to have a sense of belonging.

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Inspired by a true story and based on the Miramax film written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth, Kinky Boots tells the story of Charlie Price who has reluctantly inherited his father's Northampton shoe factory. Trying to live up to his father's legacy and save the family business from bankruptcy, Charlie finds inspiration in the form of Lola. A fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos, Lola turns out to be the one person who can help Charlie become the man he's meant to be. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair finds that they have more in common than they ever dreamed possible... and discovers that when you change your mind, you can change the world.

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Today Kylie is one of the world's most successful female music artists, with countless Platinum albums, music industry awards, No 1 hits around the world and sales well into the ten's of millions!

The Colorado-born folk singer released her first album in 1999 and she has continued to gain acclaim throughout her career. Veirs is also a renowned live act, seducing audiences with her warm voice, wry lyrics and stories taken from a life on the road.

Jeremy, Mark, Steve and Reece were introduced via mutual friends whilst studying in Wakefield and Leeds. Discovering they all had a penchant for dark humour and horror films, they began writing together in 1994. ‘The League Of Gentlemen was created in 1995, with a show at London s Cockpit Theatre, and followed by a weekly showcase at the Canal Café in London s Little Venice. The quartet took the show to Edinburgh s Fringe Festival in 1996 and gained encouraging press reviews. They returned the following year to scoop the prestigious Perrier Award. A season at Her Majesty s Theatre, Haymarket, London followed, spawning a 6-part series for Radio 4, entitled On The Town With The League Of Gentlemen. The show picked up the Sony Silver Award in 1998, and they were granted a series for BBC2. With a regular 2.5 million viewers, and a second series under their belts.

Jeremy, Mark, Steve and Reece were introduced via mutual friends whilst studying in Wakefield and Leeds. Discovering they all had a penchant for dark humour and horror films, they began writing together in 1994. ‘The League Of Gentlemen was created in 1995, with a show at London s Cockpit Theatre, and followed by a weekly showcase at the Canal Café in London s Little Venice. The quartet took the show to Edinburgh s Fringe Festival in 1996 and gained encouraging press reviews. They returned the following year to scoop the prestigious Perrier Award. A season at Her Majesty s Theatre, Haymarket, London followed, spawning a 6-part series for Radio 4, entitled On The Town With The League Of Gentlemen. The show picked up the Sony Silver Award in 1998, and they were granted a series for BBC2. With a regular 2.5 million viewers, and a second series under their belts.

College sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods doesn't take no for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and heads for Harvard Law! Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style.

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Based on elements of Victor Hugo's Les Miserables this musical is one of the most successful around the world. Les Miserables opened at the Palace Theatre on 4 December 1985, following a sell-out season at the Barbican. Jean Valjean, released on parole after 19 years on the chain gang, finds that the 'ticket-of-leave' he must display by law, condemns him to be an outcast. Only the saintly Bishop of Digne treats him kindly and Valjean, embittered by years of hardship, repays him by stealing some silver. Valjean is caught and brought back by the police, and is astonished when the Bishop lies to save him, also giving him two precious candlesticks. Valjean decides to start his life anew. Things go well but 8 years later, an encounter with a face from the past threatens everything he now holds dear..

Relive The Beatles' meteoric rise from their humble beginnings in Liverpool's Cavern Club, through the heights of Beatlemania, to their later studio masterpieces with live performances of early tracks including Twist and Shout, She Loves You and All My Lovin', as well as global mega-hits Yesterday, Hey Jude, Come Together and, of course, Let It Be. Experience this multimedia rich electrifying spectacle which takes you back to the magical sixties when all you needed was love, and a little help from your friends!

The end of The Beatles era was never thought to be in sight when The Beatles played their last show on the roof of Apple Offices in 1969. Imagine what would have been if The Beatles continued their journey. Enter a time capsule and turn back to what would have been John Lennon's 40th Birthday - October 9, 1980. For one night, the fab four come together again on stage after a decade apart performing other hits like Back in the USSR, Live and Let Die, Got to Get you into My Life, My Sweet Lord, Hey Jude, & many more hits you never got to see performed live, on top of many other classics! - Imagine a night that never happened, but which feels so surreal!

As exciting as their new material is, Levellers' illustrious career speaks for itself. After almost 25 years of effortless musicality, incisive songwriting, and a passionate, dedicated approach, they have notched up 6 gold albums and 21 charting singles.

Levison James Wood is a British Army officer and explorer. He is best known for his extended walking expeditions in Africa and Asia.

Formed in late 2003, the infamous London Calling is more that just a tribute to The Clash.

Eugene O'Neill's Pulitzer prize-winning masterpiece captures one fateful summer's day in the life of the Tyrones, a family tied together by a lifetime of secrets. Haunted by the past but unable to face the truth of the present, James and Mary Tyrone and their two sons test the bonds of family caught in a cycle of love and resentment. However, as day turns to night and each member of the family indulges in their vices, the truth unravels leaving behind a quartet of ruined lives.

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Loop is a journey through 50 years of life, love & music. Combining a soulful family story with the best songs of the 60s and 80s, through to the grime and rhythm of 2017, it's a story of people evolving with the music they listen to. London, 1965. A woman leaves her mother, fiancee and everything she knows behind, to search for something better in another city ... Manchester, 1985. Boy meets Girl under the serious moonlight. For The Boy, music is everything. For the Girl, everything is a new pair of trainers. They dance and fall in love as the New Romantics play, while a woman waits by the phone ... The Present. A Young Man who feels like nobody understands him wants out of his home, his school and his life. His parents just want what's best. Maybe he'll find what he's looking for in the same city his grandmother left 50 years ago...

The Low Anthem won the acclaim of the music press with the melancholic but majestic Oh My God, Charlie Darwin. Recorded on a small, secluded island off the coast of Rhode Island, its chamber-folk hymnals saw the band emerge as one of the most talked-about US groups.

Now they return with their new album Smart Flesh, which, like its predecessor, promises to be one of the records of the year.

Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime. Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar - A Musical Adventure follows all of your favourite crack-a-lackin' friends as they escape from their home in New York's Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien's Madagascar.

New stage adaptation for 2018 by arrangement with Music Theatre (Europe) Ltd.

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Brighton based quartet The Magic Gang, A.K.A. Angus, Jack, Kris & Paeris bring music ?for your mind, body, spirit and soul'. With a sold out headline slot at the NME Awards Shows 2016, The Magic Gang are making waves on the live circuit so catch them in a small venue while you can!

The smash hit show returns authentically recreating the sublime harmonies, slick moves, stylish looks and legendary musicianship that were the making of Motown.

Baby Love - 50 Years of No1 UK Hits Tour. Featuring more chart toppers than ever before, with the music of the Four Tops, Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross and Lionel Richie, the show marks the official arrival of Motown style, sophistication and musical brilliance to these shores.

The smash hit show returns authentically recreating the sublime harmonies, slick moves, stylish looks and legendary musicianship that were the making of Motown.

Baby Love - 50 Years of No1 UK Hits Tour. Featuring more chart toppers than ever before, with the music of the Four Tops, Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross and Lionel Richie, the show marks the official arrival of Motown style, sophistication and musical brilliance to these shores.

Set on a Greek island, {Mamma Mia! centres on 20-year-old Sophie who, on the eve of her wedding, launches a quest to discover the identity of her father. After reading her single mother Donna’s diary, she invites three men from her mum’s past back to the island they all last visited 21 years ago

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There can be no doubting the Manic Street Preachers are at the forefront of British music, with legions of fans across the globe. With albums such as "This Is My Truth Tell Me Yours", "Everything Must Go" and "The Holy Bible" to their history, anticipation for their latest album is high. Their last, unpromoted single, "The Masses Against The Classes", went straight in at No 1.

The voice of Wet Wet Wet.

In Matilda, the central character is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence and psychokinetic powers. She's unloved by her parents but impresses her schoolteacher and, over the course of her first term at school, teacher and pupil have a profound effect on each other's lives.

I first met Robin Hood in the Autumn of 1975, as a seven-year-old boy, and we have been good mates ever since. Recently, he's been going crazy about the direction our world is heading. He can't believe there isn't a bigger reaction to all the madness. This show is his idea. He's convinced we need to change the story of money and share the opportunity some of us have been given if we really want to do something about inequality and the growing gap between rich and poor.

By two times Fringe First winner and writer-performer behind Edinburgh favourite, Hugh Hughes. In aid of Street Child United.

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Delving into Mexico's unlikely obsession for all-things-Morrissey, Mexico City-based DJ and producer Camilo Lara, founder of the electronic music project Mexican Institute of Sound (M.I.S.), together with bandleader Sergio Mendoza (Orkesta Mendoza/Calexico) has assembled a super-group of Mexico's leading contemporary musicians, paying homage to the iconic Smiths frontman. Part of Year of Mexico in the UK 2015 and produced by La Linea - The London Latin Music Festival in association with the Barbican.

Multiple Grammy Award-winning Singer, Songwriter and Social Activist, who has sold more than 53 million albums and singles worldwide.

Multiple Grammy Award-winning Singer, Songwriter and Social Activist, who has sold more than 53 million albums and singles worldwide.

A native of lower Manhattan, Che's comedy uses humor to identify humanity in the most controversial actions. He applies street culture to world issues with a delivery that The New York Times describes as 'a reflective, laid-back stage presence with jokes that draw as much from his city upbringing... as from blunt, insightful points that bring the abstract into focus.'

Michael McIntyre's spot-on observational comedy and trademark ability to turn everyday situations into master-classes of human exasperation have struck chords with millions of fans, cementing him as one of the UK's most loved comedy performers.

Performed by Argentinian and British veterans of the 1982 conflict. Merging film, re-enactment and documentary theatre, Minefield blurs the lines between truth and fiction to give a fascinating insight into how and what people remember, and how war continues to cast a long shadow over the lives of its protagonists.

Performed in English and Spanish with surtitles

Set in 1975 during the final days of the American occupation of Saigon, Miss Saigon is an epic love story about the relationship between an American GI and a young Vietnamese woman. Kim is working in a sleazy Saigon night club owned by a notorious wheeler-dealer known as 'The Engineer'. John, an American GI, buys his friend Chris the services of Kim for the night. That night will change their lives forever.

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With his high-energy style and stunning physicality, Mo has become one of the UK's fastest rising social media stars with an online reach running into the multiple millions. His sketches regularly go viral, trend and are co-signed by some of the most famous names in international music including Drake and Stormzy.

He's already collaborated with the likes of The BET Awards in Los Angeles, hosted Tinie Tempah's Ibiza closing party performing to over 10,000 people and consistently hit well over a million views for every new sketch offering he has released on social media. Combining music with perfectly pitched observational comedy, Mo Gilligan is fast becoming not just a heavyweight social media influencer but a voice of his generation, perfectly representing the very modern future of British comedy.

With his high-energy style and stunning physicality, Mo has become one of the UK's fastest rising social media stars with an online reach running into the multiple millions. His sketches regularly go viral, trend and are co-signed by some of the most famous names in international music including Drake and Stormzy.

He's already collaborated with the likes of The BET Awards in Los Angeles, hosted Tinie Tempah's Ibiza closing party performing to over 10,000 people and consistently hit well over a million views for every new sketch offering he has released on social media. Combining music with perfectly pitched observational comedy, Mo Gilligan is fast becoming not just a heavyweight social media influencer but a voice of his generation, perfectly representing the very modern future of British comedy.

If you haven't heard of Molotov Jukebox, you've really not been getting out enough. They are a relentlessly fiery London-based 6-piece with a large home grown following and a rapidly expanding international fanbase, having played to packed crowds at festivals across Europe and the UK and whilst on tour in Brazil.

With just $800 borrowed from his family, Motown founder Berry Gordy, goes from featherweight boxer to heavyweight music mogul, discovering and launching the careers of Diana Ross and the Supremes, Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, Marvin Gaye and many more. Motown The Musical uncovers the story of the legendary record label that changed music history and created the soundtrack of a generation.

In the early 1970s, Genesis redefined the concept of a rock concert. They had such a profound effect that they still have a cult following today. The Musical Box recreates those early shows in outstanding detail using exact replicas of the lights, sets, costumes and effects.

My Dad Wrote a Porno is a British podcast hosted by Jamie Morton, James Cooper, and Alice Levine. Each episode features Morton reading a new chapter of a series of erotic fiction novels, titled Belinda Blinked, written by his Northern Irish father under the pen name Rocky Flintstone; Morton, Cooper and Levine react to the material and provide running commentary. Cooper and Levine are hearing the chapter for the first time, whereas Morton usually reads the chapter before recording the episode.

The My First Ballet series brings young audiences their first taste of ballet through the magic of fairy tales, captivating music and beautiful dance. The ballets feature graduating dancers of outstanding potential from English National Ballet School in performances produced by English National Ballet.

The evil magician Rothbart has turned the beautiful princess Odette into a swan: only at night can she return to human form. Will Prince Siegfried be able to save her, or will he fall for Rothbart's sorcery? Featuring a narrator to help the young audience follow the story and a shortened version of Tchaikovsky's wonderful music, these performances are specially created to make ballet accessible and enjoyable to children from the age of 3 upwards.

Donald Fagen and Walter Becker have created some of the most influential music of the century. Inspired, classy and distinctive music which is still in demand - witness the recent release of the first new Steely Dan album since the early eighties. Nearly Dan catch the groove of the Dan with unerring accuracy, from the early seventies vinyl masterpiece of Can't Buy a Thrill to the super cool Aja and Gaucho.

The Music of Prince.

The Music of Prince.

A founding member of jazz collective Portico Quartet, Nick put himself through guitar school in Cuba resulting in an exquisite technique that is a blur of picked notes and offbeat, irregular timings.

British 'rebel' violinist famous for his wild hair, wilder style and his interpretations of Vivaldi's music in particular.

Legendary rock guitarist famous for work with Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen

Bringing R&B kickin' and screamin' into the 21st Century.

This enchanting story tells the tale of how Clara is given a wooden nutcracker as a Christmas present by Dr Drosselmeyer. During the Christmas party Clara and her brother Fritz fight over the nutcracker doll. Later that night Clara wakes and looks for the Nutcracker doll. When the clock strikes twelve, giant mice appear and fight with the toy soldiers. The nutcracker doll comes to life and joins in the battle. Clara finally kills the King Mouse with her shoe and The Nutcracker Doll is transformed into a handsome prince who takes Clara through the land of snow to the Kingdom of Sweet and the Palace of the Sugar Plum Fairy.

Based on the original film.

Set in Blackpool 1953 Not long After the Coronation, This Real-Life Story is packed with Gritty Northern Comedy coupled with a Heart Breaking Emotional Punch. As Yorkshire Miners Eddy and Tommy Head to Blackpool with most of their Town for the annual Pit Close wakes holiday. However, Eddy had almost missed the bus and turned up with no suitcase. Now the lads have checked into the surprisingly empty Withering Heights on Sea guest House. Run by the Caustic and Alarmingly Odd Gladys her rebellious and very flirty daughter Maureen and the infamous Red Ethel ex-communist stripper show girl. Up Stairs Mr. Elbridge is trying to muster the courage to unleash any of his three female alter egos and walk the fabled Transvestite walk from north to south pier as a Woman. As Events unfold Six Lives will be changed forever and as Eddy reveals a shocking truth it will lead to a lifetime of activism the fight for equality and freedom For the LGTB community.

Harrowing stories from Lisbon's teenage shelters.

An audacious condensed staging of two of Shakespeare's most brutal and poetic plays, exploring fear, jealousy, power and revenge. Two stories in which powerful men are manipulated into destroying their societies, their households, their loved ones and themselves. In this dynamic and visceral production these two iconic plays will be performed together by one exciting company of actors, examining escalating cycles of violence; abuses of power and the role and nature of the "tragic hero".

A colourful carnival of crazy crickets, amazing ants and flexible fleas, OVO uncovers the natural world at our feet. Rush headlong into an ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and love. Crawling with fun, OVO is a non-stop riot of energy and movement featuring many of Cirque du Soleil's mind-blowing signature acts including a stunning 14m high flying trapeze act - the biggest of its kind! OVO will keep the whole family buzzing!

The UK's most controversial Asian comedian, Paul Chowdhry, is seen as the bad boy entertainer of the Brit comedy scene and regarded as the outspoken nemesis of wholesome traditional Asian comics.

The great singer/songwriter. During his distinguished career Paul Simon has been the recipient of many honours and awards including 12 Grammy Awards. In 2003, he was given a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award for his work as half of the duo Simon and Garfunkel.

Scouse comic.

When Mayor Goodway goes missing during the day of the Great Race, the pups come to the rescue. Join Ryder, Chase, Marshall, Rocky, Rubble, Zuma, Skye and the newest pup, Everest.

There are few individuals in the world of dance music who can claim the kind of influence Pete Tong has had over the last twenty years. As the voice of Radio 1's prestigious dance programming, Pete has held a commanding presence over the industry for more than two decades. His unique position has earned him a reputation as the global ambassador of dance music. With an unparalleled ear for new talent, Tong has become the leading tastemaker of the electronic generation. While he's known publicly as Pete Tong the DJ, behind the scenes, he's an industry icon.

1998 North West Comedian of the Year.

This seven-piece tribute band presents an engaging and energetic performance celebrating the magical music of Pink Floyd. They have been especially praised for the accuracy of their performance based on the studio versions of music spanning the entire output of the Floyd from early days through to the most recently released EndlessRiver, with firm favourites Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals and The Wall particularly featured.

British hip-hop artist.

Over the past few months, Ben Drew has barely stopped. He released iLL Manors - the movie, filmed a BBC3 documentary, toured the UK and also appeared at a selection of festivals including BBC's Hackney One Big Weekend. He's now starring in a remake of The Sweeney with Ray Winstone and performed as one of the headliners of this year's iTunes Festival 2012.

The inept and accident prone Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society embark on bringing an ambitious 1920's murder mystery (Murder at Haversham Manor) to The Edinburgh Festival. Chris the arrogant head of the drama society has directed the piece and cast himself as the dynamic Inspector. Desperate wannabe actress Sandra and the genuinely doting Max struggle opposite each other as the romantic interest while hapless Dennis still can't pronounce 'facade'. An hour of hilarious disaster ensues; actors get knocked out, the play gets stuck on a loop and the set falls down before the final denouement. The production ends with an uproarious, totally improvised Q&A session with the cast, where the audience can put their own questions to the unfortunate troupe.

They have carved a niche for themselves where pop, folk, new wave and punk collide as the emotional honesty, political fire, wit and sing-along raucousness of their songs and their extensive touring has enlightened and entertained fans new and old. Expect to hear all the classics Sunshine On Leith, (I'm Gonna Be) 500 Miles, Letter From America, I'm On My Way, Life With You, Lets Get Married and more.

Brian Cox is perhaps the world's foremost communicator of all things scientific. His innate ability to make highly complex matters enormously entertaining and easy to contemplate has made his science television shows ground breaking in their audience reach and accessibility.

Professor Brian Cox will take audiences to the edge of our current understanding about the origin and evolution of our Solar System and the Universe, offering a fascinating insight into the workings of nature at the most fundamental level. Whether an avid science reader or a total novice, Professor Cox makes challenging ideas accessible to all, exploring the vast, possibly infinite universe and our place within it from earth to the edges of the cosmos. Brian will once again be joined by co-host of The Infinite Monkey Cage and award-winning comedian Robin Ince to oversee an audience Q&A, giving fans the chance to ask any question they have.

The unique and critically acclaimed US cabaret & comedic performer Puddles returns to Soho Theatre with Puddles Pity Party. After an amazing three years performing around the world, including starring in La Soiree at the London Wonderground last year in London, Puddles continues to trot the globe with his acclaimed show, singing his sad pop anthems for all the party people. With more than 100k fans worldwide on Facebook and over 20 million views on Youtube, including his acclaimed version of Lordes' Royals alongside other pop favorites like Abba's Dancing Queen and tunes from Tom Jones to Sia, this show is a must-see for both his music and unique comedic hijinks.

The unique and critically acclaimed US cabaret & comedic performer Puddles returns to Soho Theatre with Puddles Pity Party. After an amazing three years performing around the world, including starring in La Soiree at the London Wonderground last year in London, Puddles continues to trot the globe with his acclaimed show, singing his sad pop anthems for all the party people. With more than 100k fans worldwide on Facebook and over 20 million views on Youtube, including his acclaimed version of Lordes' Royals alongside other pop favorites like Abba's Dancing Queen and tunes from Tom Jones to Sia, this show is a must-see for both his music and unique comedic hijinks.

Anne, Elaine, Dot and Lesley. Four ordinary women, facing the closure of their community. It's 1993 and the Parkside Colliery pit may be winding down, but they're not giving up. Their bras stuffed with contraband, they take a tour of the pit and refuse to come up. Settling into the depths of the mine, making tissue roses and walking imaginary dogs, they face bribery and threats. But as they dig in, those up top start to realise these ladies are not for turning.

This powerful play full of Northern wit is Associate Artist Maxine Peake's first play for the Royal Exchange following the critically acclaimed, Beryl. Queens of the Coal Age is the true story of four women taking a stand in the face of a changing world.

Steven Spielberg's Raiders of the Lost Ark launched the iconic Indiana Jones series and was hailed as an instant classic upon its release in 1981, going on to top the year's box office charts and win five Academy Awards. In 2016, to celebrate the film's 35th anniversary, Raiders will be shown on the big screen at the Hall whilst a live orchestra simultaneously perform John Williams' legendary score. This live-in-concert experience will allow fans of Harrison Ford's action hero to experience the film in brand new way, and will mark the first time that a full Williams score has ever been performed on the Hall's famous stage.

Get ready to step back in time and relive special moments from the career of dancing extraordinaire, Fred Astaire. The ?Remembering Fred Tour' will take you on a magical journey of dance, live music and entertainment supported by special appearances from various celebrity guests. Strictly Come Dancing stars Aljaz and Janette will be performing steps and turns from the golden age of Hollywood's most celebrated dance routines. Audiences will hear from famous Fred fans including Twiggy, Darcey Bussell, Don Black and Bruce Oldfield who will share stories of how the screen icon touched their lives and discuss what made him so special. Remembering Fred will feature songs such as They Can't Take That Away From Me, Night & Day, S'Wonderful, Cheek To Cheek, Puttin' On The Ritz, Let's Face The Music & Dance, The Way You Look Tonight, Top Hat, White Tie & Tail and many others.

Contributions to the show by:Ava Astaire-McKenzie, Bruce Oldfield, Darcey Bussell, Don Black and Twiggy.

Part new-wave, part glam-rock, part pop-punk.

New show. New decade. New cast. Following the smash hit success of Rip It Up Dancing Through The 50s last year - which sold over 50,000 tickets and was acclaimed as the most exciting Strictly Come Dancing spin-off tour ever ? Rip It Up brings the fabulous soundtrack of the 1960s to life in an explosion of song and dance! Strictly Come Dancing champions Harry Judd and Louis Smith MBE and people's champion Aston Merrygold will tour together as the ultimate boy band of dance, presenting everlasting hits from the decade that changed not just (y)our generation but the world; from Mersey Beat, Motown and Mod to West Coast and Woodstock. Backed by the exceptional Rip It Up live band and a stunning supporting cast of singers and dancers, the Strictly champions will dance to songs from British legends such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, the Bee Gees, Small Faces and The Kinks, and American superstars such as The Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, The Byrds, The Doors, and The Mamas & The Papas.

Nominated for three Brit Awards, Rita Ora has shot to fame in the last twelve months and is now recognised amongst the most popular names in international music.

Robyn started his recording career with The Soft Boys and was responsible for the swansong album Underwater Moonlight and for bringing psychedelia to the post-punk UK indie scene. Later, with a successful solo career in tow he achieved cult status at home and across the Atlantic as one of the most enduring and eccentric singer/songwriters and live performers that England has produced.

Robyn started his recording career with The Soft Boys and was responsible for the swansong album Underwater Moonlight and for bringing psychedelia to the post-punk UK indie scene. Later, with a successful solo career in tow he achieved cult status at home and across the Atlantic as one of the most enduring and eccentric singer/songwriters and live performers that England has produced.

Robyn started his recording career with The Soft Boys and was responsible for the swansong album Underwater Moonlight and for bringing psychedelia to the post-punk UK indie scene. Later, with a successful solo career in tow he achieved cult status at home and across the Atlantic as one of the most enduring and eccentric singer/songwriters and live performers that England has produced.

In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl meets a big city rocker in LA's most famous rock club and they fell in love to the greatest songs of the 80s. It's ROCK OF AGES, an arena-rock love story told through the mind-blowing, face-melting hits such as Don’t Stop Believin', Dead or Alive, We Built This City, I Wanna Know what Love Is and The Final Count Down. Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!

The music of Queen from the Official Queen tribute act.