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Make a night of it, book
a pre show supper
in the Fayre Spot!
01733 842518
[email protected]
Open from 9am Mon-Sat and 12pm Sun.
Welcome to the Spring & Summer 2016 season of events at The
Cresset. We’re thrilled with this year’s programme, and delighted that
so many of you continue to support live entertainment in the city by
coming to see the shows. We launched our new revamped website
in September and it’s now even easier to book online, or to get the
information you need.
Don’t forget, it’s not just theatre and live entertainment, we do all sorts
here at The Cresset and welcome new challenges, so if you’re planning
an event get in touch - the events team are always happy to advise on
ways in which we can help. Full details of our function rooms and events
brochures are available on the website.
If you’re interested in what’s on, but always forget to check the website
until the best seats have gone, join our emailing list for regular updates,
advance notice of big shows going on sale, and occasional offers and
discounts! You can sign up online or give us a call.
Keeping in touch has never been easier, we’re available on Twitter,
Facebook, email and telephone. Or you could just pop in to the Box
Office where our team are always happy to help.
The Cresset
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@TheCresset
Once you’ve got your show tickets booked, plan to start your evening with
a meal in The Fayre Spot. Service starts 2 hours before show time, and
a pre ordering facility is available to save time. Advance booking is highly
recommended to guarantee availability, regular customers book months in
advance!
Visit the website at www.cresset.co.uk for more information and to
download a menu.
Booking Fees
Unless otherwise stated, all ticket prices detailed within this brochure
include a £1.50 booking fee. If you would like your tickets posting out, this
will be charged at £1.00. If you have any queries please contact the Box
Office. For full ticket booking terms and conditions please see our website.
Car Parking
Please note that the Bretton Centre car park outside Sainsbury’s is NOT
owned by The Cresset and if you park there for more than 3 hours you will
be subjected to an automatic parking fine.
Parking is FREE within The Cresset car park at the front of the building
(behind McDonalds and the Petrol Station).
A permit, which is required between the hours of 9am and 5pm, can be
obtained free of charge from reception on arrival.
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Cresset Functions
& Events
If you’re organising an event, whether it’s business or pleasure, consider the
Cresset as your venue. Contact the Events team for a no-obligation quote and
an opportunity to view the function suites.
Visit the website for photos and specifications of all the rooms, or to download
a brochure. To book an appointment to discuss your bespoke event, contact us
on 01733 842513 or email [email protected]
The Cresset is Peterborough’s foremost
wedding venue, with three elegant function
suites ideal for wedding ceremonies and
receptions. Whether you are planning
an intimate gathering of your closest
friends and family, or a large celebration
for hundreds of guests, we can tailor the
perfect package for your special day. We
are happy to cater for any event, from
small buffet-style receptions, through to a
sumptuous sit-down meal for 300 guests.
Our expert wedding team provides a friendly, personal yet professional service,
so you can relax and enjoy your day. We also recognise that every wedding is
different, and promise to help you create a completely bespoke package to suit
your personality, taste and budget.
For a personal appointment and a tour of the suites, please contact our
wedding team on 01733 842513 or download a brochure at www.cresset.co.uk
www.cresset.co.uk
Whatever your event, The Cresset is the
ideal venue. From conferences and training
to weddings and parties, our flexible
function rooms, excellent catering options
and outstanding service means your event
is in safe hands, and with our incredible
value packages it costs less than you think!
WEDDINGS AT THE CRESSET
PARTY PACKAGES FROM JUST £99
Additional packages including food are available, contact the events team
on 01733 842513 or email [email protected] for more information.
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Don’t spend hours looking round wedding fayres, and researching hundreds
of suppliers online. Join us for an exclusive open evening, and start planning
your special day.
* View our fully-set function suites with a range of decorations.
* Book an exclusive 30-minute appointment with one of our expert Wedding
Co-ordinators to discuss your bespoke package.
* Enjoy complimentary drinks while you chat.
* Meet our recommended suppliers and get personal
advice and discounts
Call 01733 842513 or email
[email protected] for more information
Check the website for future events!
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Celebrate in style for less than you think with our fantastic value party
packages. Including room hire, table linen and a private bar facility, for
just £99, this package offers everything you need for a fantastic event at a
bargain price.
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MINEVENTION
Sun 10 Jan, 12.30pm - 5pm
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Minecraft comes to The Cresset
Are your kids mad about Minecraft? Do they
like to watch Minecraft YouTubers? Then
this unofficial Minecraft Convention is the
event for you!
Bring your kids for a fun-packed day of
Minecraft. Meet and greet world-famous
YouTubers, take part in Q&A sessions with the YouTubers, watch and
participate on-stage in YouTuber challenges! You can also play Minecraft on
our network of PCs and Xboxes, take part in our costume contest and purchase
Minecraft merchandise. We will also help you understand more about online
safety and education via Minecraft.
www.minevention.com
Tickets: £15 per person.
www.cresset.co.uk
Under-14’s must be accompanied by a ticket-holding Adult
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CIRCUS STARR
Sun 17 Jan, 1.30pm & 4.30pm
The thrills of the Big Top meet the
enchanted world of panto in Circus Starr’s
brand new fun-filled production Pinocchio
joins the Circus, a fun-filled mix of
slapstick comedy, catchy tunes and cleverly
adapted fairy tale, together with the awe
and wonder of a world-class circus troupe.
Circus Starr is a not-for-profit organisation
hosting relaxed and inclusive performances
for children with disabilities, from disadvantaged backgrounds or facing other
challenges. A Social Enterprise with children at its heart, Circus Starr operates
a unique Donated Ticket Programme that allows thousands of children
to attend free shows thanks to the generous support of local businesses
who, in turn, enjoy the opportunity to ‘give back’ to their communities. Local
businesses wishing to support the show can do so for as little as £15.
For more information, visit www.circus-starr.org.uk
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SPORTING SATURDAY
Sat 23 Jan, 10am - 4pm
Organised by Inspire Peterborough, the
first Sporting Saturday event took place
at The Cresset in 2014, featuring over 40
sporting, health and wellbeing organisations
demonstrating disability sport and leisure
activities. Sporting Saturday 2015 attracted
over 1,000 people through its doors and it is
growing each year.
Sporting Saturday 2016 is set to be even bigger, with FREE Entry and offering
activities such as Wheelchair Fencing, Cheerleading and Martial Arts.
For more information visit www.inspirepeterborough.com,
email [email protected]
or telephone 01733 330815
ENCORE DANCE ACADEMY
MAGICAL MOVES
Sat 30 Jan, 2.00pm & 6.30pm
Sun 31 Jan, 2.00pm
Encore Dance Academy presents their
brand new show for 2016, Magical Moves.
Featuring an incredible selection of music
selected by the pupils, including: Disney’s
Aladdin, Cinderella & Mulan; Musical hits
from The Lion King, Billy Elliott and Mary Poppins; and popular songs including
Pack Up Your Troubles, Black Magic and the Harry Potter theme!
With original choreography and stunning performances this is a fantastic
showcase of dance.
www.encoredanceacademy.co.uk
Tickets £12
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £9.50
A transaction fee may apply on booking
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THE KING OF POP - THE LEGEND
CONTINUES - STARRING NAVI
Fri 5 Feb, 7.30pm
Navi has since continued to work at the highest level and has performed in
a whopping 57 different countries. Along with his incredible live band and
dancers, he is currently taking theatres across the globe by storm with his
thrilling new show. Don’t miss King Of Pop The Legend Continues as Navi
brilliantly recreates all the magical classics from the Jackson 5 to mega-hits
such as Thriller, Billie Jean and
Tickets £20 including fees
Smooth Criminal.
LOVE TO DANCE
Sat 6 Feb, 2.00pm
This year’s theme is Orchestral Greats,
with some of the most incredible and
memorable music pieces from the movie
screen providing the backdrop to some outstanding dance performances.
Featured pieces include the iconic themes from Jaws, E.T., James Bond and
Harry Potter.
As always expect some outstanding performances from some talented
yougsters at this hugely popular
Tickets £8
event. Book early!
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £6
A transaction fee may apply on booking
THE SPECTACULAR 60’S
Thu 18 Feb, 7.30pm
Topping the bill are the fabulous
Merseybeats, who were Cavern Club
regulars alongside the Beatles,
Fully choreographed by Miss Debbie from The
Cresset and Miss Charley from Copthill, this
is set to be a magical afternoon of dance as the students perform on the main
theatre stage to an appreciative audience.
For more information on the ballet classes or the show, contact the Box Office.
Tickets £8
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £4
A transaction fee may apply on booking
Special guests are Cresset favourites
The Ivy League with their unique blend
of humour and highly professional musicianship. Also joining the bill are the
inimitable Dreamers, and Cliff Bennett, with his dynamic show. Completing
the line up on this all star 60s show will be pirate radio stars Sounds Force 5.
The Spectacular 60s show will be the one 60s show not to be missed as you
sit back and enjoy hit after hit after
Tickets £26.50 including fees
hit, from the golden era of pop.
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Spectacular 60s returns, with one of the
most impressive line ups yet, and promises
to be THE 60s show not to be missed!
The Cresset Ballet classes have been running
since the opening of the Dance Studio in
1997. This year, for the first time, they have
combined with Dance @ Copthill to produce a
full show featuring students from both schools
of all ages and grades.
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Over 20 local primary schools take part in
this fantastic dance showcase, with original
costumes, choreography and performances.
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This superb production stars ‘Navi’ who is
officially recognised as the world’s No.1
Michael Jackson tribute artist. He is also
the only tribute ever to be chosen by
Michael himself to perform at two of his
birthday parties, where Michael gave him a
standing ovation!
PRIMARY SCHOOLS DANCE FEST
ORCHESTRAL GREATS
Wed 10 & Thu 11 Feb, 7pm
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BRIAN CONLEY
ALIVE AND DANGEROUS
Sun 21 Feb, 8.00pm
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The multi-talented and irrepressible Brian
Conley returns to the stage in this all-new
show.
Fri 26 Feb
7.30pm
Barry Steele as Roy Orbison in
The Orbison Story
“True identikit brilliance”
The Stage
Showcasing his many talents, there’ll be
singing, laughs, and much, much more in this
latest variety show from one of Britain’s most
loved performers.
Book early!
www.cresset.co.uk
Tickets £24 including fees
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COMEDY CLUB
Fri 26 Feb, 8.00pm
Peterborough’s longest running Comedy Club
returns for 2016 with a great new lineup.
Headliner Pierre Hollins delivers his hilarious
gag driven brand of satire and good old
fashioned British moaning accompanied by
his trusty blues guitar.
Support comes from South African Pierre
Novellie with his mercilessly self-deprecating confessions plus Brummie Darren
Harriett with his astute observations all delivered with a fine beard! Compere for
the show is Jeremy O’Donnell.
Advance booking advised for this unique club-style event, capacity is limited so
don’t miss out!
Tickets £13 including fees in advance
£15 on the door (subject to availability)
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2016 marks Roy Orbison’s 80 Birthday, and to mark this special year we
are proud to welcome Barry Steele in a brand new show. Barry Steele is
widely recognised as one of the world’s leading tributes to music legend
Roy Orbison. He’s stunned audiences across the globe with his uncanny
visual similarity and his ability to authentically revive the exquisite toetapping sound of this music giant.
Original film footage, an incredible live band, and fabulous guests
celebrating the stars who toured and performed with Roy make this an
unmissable musical journey. Experience this incredible fusion of rock ‘n’
roll and contemporary musical genius all on one stage.
Tickets £20.50 including fees
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Tickets £31 including fees
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £29
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LET’S TWIST AGAIN
Thu 3 Mar, 7.30pm
Ed Byrne
Outside, Looking In
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Tue 1 Mar
8.00pm
a brilliant night out is had by all!
Love 50’s and 60’s music? Then you will love
Let’s Twist Again, now with new songs for
2016!
A full company of critically acclaimed artistes
and musicians deliver a show that combines
great music, fun and laughter with the greatest
hit’s of Elvis, Dusty, Lulu, The Beatles, Sandie
Shaw, Cliff Richard, Cilla and more, to ensure
Established performer and West End darling, Suzi Madin performs alongside
some of the best vocalists in the business. Join us in our American Diner to re-live
the fabulous songs of a magical Rock ‘n’ Roll era. Together with your host with the
most, Big Tony Tremendo, our stunning live band The Twisters, and some of the
Tickets £21.50 including fees
highest rated performers in the land, you’ll be
ready to TWIST AGAIN!
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £19.50
REWIND: 80’S PARTY NIGHT
Sat 12 Mar, 7.30pm
It’s party time! Dig out the legwarmers,
muscle vests and big up the hair as we go
back to the 80’s with a fabulously fun retro
party night.
That bloke. You know. The Irish guy. No, not the bald one. The other
one. You know him. The one Carol from work really likes. Wait, that
might be Jason Byrne. Anyway. Funny chap. Has a new show!
***** “Hilarious anecdotes! l assure you Ed Byrne is one comedian you
should DEFINITLEY see” - EDINBURGH FESTIVAL MAGAZINE
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Tickets £20.50 including fees
Age reccomendation 16+
Fancy dress is a must for this great night out.
The DJ will be banging out all your favourite
80’s tunes, so be prepared to tear up that
dance floor! We’ll be giving a prize for the best outfit on the night, so dress to
impress!
Games, spot prizes, retro cocktails and an incredible party atmosphere make this
an excellent value night out.
To book, call the Box Office on 01733 265705
Tickets £4 advance, £5 on the door* subject to availability
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Fri 11 Mar, 7.30pm
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Inspired by true events and spanning three decades, Ireland’s Call follows the extraordinary journey of the strong-headed Sean Dempsey, who at the end of
WW2 leaves behind his childhood sweetheart Cora and his beloved homeland Ireland, in search of a better life in the Big Apple. Can their love survive the
Atlantic Divide? Will Sean be able to resist ‘Ireland’s call’ as he embarks on an adventure full of danger, tragedy and lost love? Only fate will tell…
The show features an exhilarating mix of original scores and well-known songs including Galway Girl, Isle of Hope Isle Of Tears, I Loved Her First, Tell Me
Ma, Irish Rover; together with an ensemble of some of the most talented dancers in the world. Ireland’s Call is a powerful and explosive blend of energy,
emotion and music which leaves audiences from around the world on an unforgettable high.
It is also a celebration of dreams, enduring love, the resilience of human spirit and of the powerful pull between one man and his homeland.
Tickets £23.50 including fees
www.irelandscallthemusical.com
***** “Mesmerising” The Guardian
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £21.50
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Critically acclaimed show Essence of Ireland takes on a new lease of theatrical life with Ireland’s Call, a new and exciting musical adaptation of
the show - direct from Ireland.
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RARE Productions, the UK’s largest youth musical
theatre production company, is presenting the
popular show Bugsy Malone, from 17th to 19th
March 2016.
The stage musical follows the 1976 film, which was
produced with a cast consisting entirely of young
people, including a 13 year old Jodie Foster. It is set
in Chicago in the 1920’s and concerns the battle for
criminal supremacy of rival gangs led by Fat Sam
and Dandy Dan. Into the mix steps aspiring boxing
promoter Bugsy Malone, who becomes involved
with aspiring night club singer Blousey Brown, and
agrees to help Fat Sam turn the tables on his rival.
The ‘weapons’ in this story are, of course, splurge
guns and in the finale, just about everyone gets
‘splurged’ before getting up and realizing they can all
be friends after all.
Thu 17 Mar, 7.30pm
Fri 18 Mar, 7.30pm
Sat 19 Mar, 2.30pm
Sat 19 Mar, 7.30pm
Tickets £14.50
U16s / 60+ £13.00
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With well known songs such as Bugsy Malone, Fat
Sam’s Grand Slam and Bad Guys; and exciting
dance routines, this is a massively popular show with
young casts everywhere, and a show for audiences
of all ages to enjoy.
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The cast of talented local young people will ensure
that this will be a production to remember.
Tickets £21.50 including fees
Fancy performing with RARE?
Keep an eye on the website auditions this summer for an exciting
November production!
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Fri 25 Mar, 7.30pm
Sarah Jayne and Award Winning Vocal Impersonator
Andy Crust take us on a journey back through time
meeting some of the most influential icons who shaped
Country history and the music.
Each artist not only looks and sounds like the
Country Star they portray, these professional
performers transform themselves through hours
of practice at their craft. Every detail is taken into
consideration from script, choice of songs, hair,
make-up and mannerisms, as well as professional
costumes and props.
Tickets £20 including fees
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Kenny Rogers himself said Sarah Jayne and
Andy Crust’s Tribute To Kenny and Dolly IS Europe’s
leading tribute act.
A must see for any fans of Country Music!
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Europe’s Leading Country Multi-Tribute Show,
hosted by Sarah Jayne who has been performing as
Dolly Parton for over 22 years and is Europe’s Leading
Tribute to the Queen of Country.
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COMEDY CLUB
BYE BYE BABY
Established way back in 1998,
The Cresset Comedy Club
is the longest-running in town,
and still bringing you top quality
comedy every month. Hosted
in the intimate Fitzwilliam Suite,
capacity is limited, and most
months sell out, so book early!
Bye Bye Baby takes you back in time on a musical journey through the
career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, whose songs graced such films
as The Deer Hunter, Dirty Dancing and Grease.
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Fri 25 Mar, 8.00pm
The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Fri 1 Apr, 7.30pm
From their early beginning in the 1950s, when Frankie first joined the group,
this show celebrates the greatest hits such as Beggin’, Big Girls Don’t Cry,
Walk Like A Man, Lets Hang On, Who Loves You, December ’63 (Oh What A
Night), Bye Bye Baby, Can’t Take my Eyes off You, Fallen Angel and Grease
through to a superb grand finale medley of more of the group’s greatest hits.
Doors open 7.30 for an 8pm
show. Table reservations
available for groups.
Geoff Boyz, Darius Davies,
Jake Lambert, Debra Jane Appleby
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Scottish comedian and impressionist Geoff
Boyz headlines the show with his non stop
riot of gags and laughter.
Support comes from New York comedian
Darius Davies with his unique brand of highoctane comedy that won him an MTV New
Comedy award plus rising star Jake Lambert
who was a finalist in this years English
Comedian of the Year with great story telling
style full of hilarious tales.
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Tickets £13 including fees in advance
£15 on the door (subject to availability)
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The combination of world class vocals and harmonies, as Jamie Ledwith
scales the falsetto heights of Frankie Valli, along with snappy choreography
and a vast catalogue of hits makes for a memorable and unforgettable night
of nostalgia.
“The bar is constantly being raised by
Bye Bye Baby” - The Stage
Compere for the show is
Debra Jane Appleby.
Tickets £20 including fees
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £19
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PODS presents
Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with a big ‘do and a big heart has an even bigger dream – to dance
on TV. She wins a spot on the Corny Collins Show and becomes an overnight sensation.
Can Tracy beat the evil Amber to be crowned Miss Hairspray? Can she integrate Corny’s
show and win the love of teen heartthrob Link Larkin, all without denting her ‘do?
5th – 9th April 2016
7.30pm 2.30pm Saturday matinee
Opening night offer £10 all tickets
Family ticket (2 adults + 2 children) £50
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Based on the 2007 movie starring John Travolta and Zac Efron, this 8-time Tony awardwinning show will have you singing and dancing the whole way home. Jam-packed with
stunning choreography and show-stopping songs, such as ‘You Can’t Stop The Beat’ and
‘Good Morning Baltimore’ to entertain the whole family. Peterborough’s award-winning
musical theatre group, PODS, return to the Cresset following their recent acclaimed
productions of The Witches of Eastwick and The Addams Family musical, with this dazzling
new production.
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Welcome to the 60s and the biggest show in musical theatre!
Tickets £15 standard / £12.50 concessions
Group discount £12.50 for 10+ tickets
A £1.50 transaction fee applies per booking.
www.peterborough-operatic.com
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Fri 22 Apr, 7.30pm
Over four decades after Swedish pop legends ABBA swept to stardom,
their music remains as popular as ever and the magic of the era is
being brought to stages across the country courtesy of Arrival – the
international, multi award-winning show that has sold out in over 20
different countries worldwide since 1995.
Thu 21 Apr, 7.30pm
This high energy show features the vast catalogue of hits loved by many
generations including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Super
Trouper, Voulez Vous, and many more, bringing to life the extraordinary
songwriting talents of Benny and Bjorn.
The nation’s favourite rock ‘n’ roll variety spectacular features a fantastic
line up of knock-out hits from the 50s, 60s & 70s, plus more side-splitting
comedy! Early booking is advised as this ever-popular show attracts a
big audience of music lovers ready to party!
The winning formula of fantastic hits, harmonies, authentic costumes and
first class vocals and musicians, recreates the true feel and thrill of a live
ABBA show. Come and celebrate the music of one of the biggest selling
and most iconic bands of all time.
Tickets £20 including fees
“Simply the best ABBA
Concessions:
U16s / 60+ £19
show” - The Stage
Prepare for a nostalgia party extravaganza as the legendary That’ll
Be The Day returns with its brand new 30th Anniversary Special!
‘This show just gets better and
better’ – The Telegraph
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Tickets £25.50 including fees
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SWAN LAKE
Thu 28 Apr, 7.30pm
Presented by
VIENNA FESTIVAL BALLET
Music by Tchaikovsky
DANZFUSION
DECA-DANZ
Sun 24 Apr, 5pm
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One of the best known love stories, performed by the ever popular Vienna Festival Ballet.
Lavish costumes, stunning scenery, international stars, and the glorious music from Tchaikovsky
make this a night not to be missed.
Swan Lake is the most popular ballet in the world. It’s the ballet that captures like no other the
full range of human emotions - from hope to despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy
to ecstasy.
Don’t miss this magical evening.
Choreographed by Jenna Kane
with guest appearances from
LEDC choreographed by Laura
Marriott.
Tickets £12
U16s / 60+ £10
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Danzfusion present to you their
tenth annual show Deca-Danz. A
celebration of the past 10 years
of Danzfusion, Jenna brings you
her favourite numbers that have
featured in past shows from
different genres of street dance
to contemporary and acrobatic
numbers. The show features
the whole company of over 150
students ranging from 4-18 year
olds with additional competition
pieces from the squad teams.
“This production looks and feels absolutely right”
Worthing Herald
“Vienna Festival Ballet, with its talented array of young artistes,
ensures you won’t see dancers going through the motions”
Oxford Times
Tickets £24 including fees
Concessions: U16s £17.50 / 60+ £21.50
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PASHA KOVALEV
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IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU
Sat 30 Apr, 7.30pm
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After his successful UK Tour - Life Through Dance, Pasha
Kovalev, the winner of Strictly Come Dancing 2014,
welcomes you to his new and exciting dance spectacular It’s All About You.
This is Pasha’s fifth UK tour, and as always you can expect
an entertaining evening filled with your favourite music,
spectacular dancing, energy, lights and sparkling costumes.
The show is a feel-good spectacular, filled with positive
emotions and great entertainment for the entire family.
Enjoy the show and get ready to Dance!
Early booking recommended.
Tickets £25 including fees
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COMEDY CLUB
Fri 29 Apr, 8.00pm
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Expect the very best comedians and hottest
emerging talent from the UK’s prestigious
comedy circuit, within touching distance!
(Touching not recommended, we don’t know
where they’ve been!).
Mon 9 May
7.30pm
Observational maestro Mark Maier headlines
the show – he’s a regular member of the world
renowned Comedy Store Players, alongside
the likes of Josie Lawrence, Jim Sweeney and Paul Merton.
Support comes from surreal Welsh comic Noel James who will be delivering a
rich diet of puns and bizarre flights of fancy in his unique, funny and shambolic
manner plus rising star Suzi Ruffle who’s been supporting Alan Carr on his UK
tour.
Tickets £13 including fees in advance
Compere for the show is David Ward.
£15 on the door (subject to availability)
The Cresset will be hosting the richest dance
talent that hails from around the Eastern
Region, with lots of people still wanting to
enter. Watch as the street dance crews,
break-dancers and poppers compete for an
array of medals and prizes at this actionpacked street dance competition. Presented
in style by one of our seasoned presenters.
An afternoon ticket guarantees you to see all the big finals and medal •
ceremonies.
The competition is judged by top industry street dancers.
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Acts are judged on technical difficulty, musical interpretation, synchronization & originality.
More information and tickets at www.ukstreetdancechampionships.com
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The nation’s favourite psychic, Sally Morgan is back and better than ever
with her brand new and most jaw-dropping show yet - Call Me Psychic.
Funny, entertaining, sometimes heart breaking, often controversial; the show
celebrates her 8th year on the road. Sally says “Every night when I’m on stage
amazing things happen and it’s a privilege to be able to pass on messages of
love and comfort to the people I share my gift with”.
This is a fantastic and unique evening out not to be missed. Book your tickets
now to see this phenomenal psychic in action!
Tickets £26 including fees
The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment.
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CHAMPIONSHIPS
Sun 1 May
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JIMMY CARR
“Brilliantly inventive puns from this
master of the one-liner” - The Guardian
“Master of satire and invention”
- The Standard
“Funnier than most comedians
and more magical than Dumbledore
on a good day” - Time Out
“One of the funniest men to pick up a
microphone” - Time Out
Tue 10 May
8.00pm
Presenting four heavyweight comics in the biggest
comedy tour of the year.
Featuring double Sony Award winner and star of Mock
The Week Gary Delaney, top comedy trickster and star of BBC 1’s The
Magicians Pete Firman, Kiwi compere Jarred Christmas and unbeaten
legend, Never Mind The Buzzcocks team captain and one of Channel 4’s
100 Greatest Stand-Ups in the World Sean Hughes.
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Tickets £21.50 including fees
Tue 17 May
AND
Tue 5 Jul
8.00pm
The Best Of, Ultimate, Gold, Greatest Hits Tour
Jimmy is gathering a selection of his very best jokes along with brand
new material for the ultimate comedy show.
A man who has devoted his life to crafting perfect jokes and has left a trail
of laughter in his wake, Jimmy Carr’s new tour will distil everything we love
to laugh at and be shocked by, into one incredible, unparalleled night of
entertainment.
Jimmy Carr has been on the stand-up scene for a decade and a half. In that
time he’s performed 9 sell-out tours, playing nearly 2,000 shows to over 2
million people across 4 continents. Now all that experience is being put to
good use - you can see all the greatest material from his extraordinary career
in one show.
Tickets £29 including fees
This is the very best of Jimmy Carr.
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Fri 20 May,
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Taking you on a whistle stop tour from London’s theatre land to the glitz of Broadway, Mad About The Musicals bring
their 10th Anniversary tour to The Cresset, celebrating the very best songs from the shows you know and love!
With a host of your favourite numbers from the pen of Rodgers & Hammerstein, Kander & Ebb, Andrew Lloyd Webber
and Boublil & Schonberg and many more, the talented cast of Mad About will evoke the true spirit of the stage, with
brilliant vocals and West End musicians to bring you the very best show in town!
From the poignant All I Ask Of You to the dramatic One Day More, you can sit back and enjoy two hours of
unforgettable London and New York favourites, brought to you by a cast direct from the West End, including Gareth
Gates and Michael Courtney - ‘A Pure Slice Of Entertainment’!
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“Outstanding” - The Stage “The best show of its kind” - Encore Mgazine
Tickets £26.50 including fees
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £24.50
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COMEDY CLUB
Fri 27 May, 8.00pm
BON GIOVI
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Fri 27 May
7.30pm
An exceptional lineup this month - book early!
Headliner Nathan Caton has appeared on
BBC1’s Live at the Apollo, Radio 4’s Can’t Tell
Nathan Caton Nothin’ and wowing audiences
in comedy clubs up and down the UK with his
unique blend of charming, charismatic and
intelligent on-point comedy.
Support comes from Andrew Ryan with his quintessentially Irish storytelling
abilities and cheeky, friendly demeanour. Plus rising star Tom Lucy who in the
last six months, he has supported the likes of Jack Whitehall and Harry Hill. Catch
this natural talent while you can.
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Compere for the show is Ben Van
Der Velde.
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Tickets £13 including fees in advance
£15 on the door (subject to availability)
JHH DANCE - CELEBRATION 2016
Wed 1 & Thu 2 Jun
One of the stand-out shows from our 2015 programme, Bon Giovi are back!
Fronted by rock vocalist Andrea Ojan, Bon Giovi have toured extensively for
over 15 years and are now established as the world’s leading tribute to New
Jersey rockers Bon Jovi .
The band cover every aspect of Bon Jovi’s extensive career – from the
greatest hits such as Living On A Prayer, It’s My Life, Bad Medicine, Always
and Wanted Dead or Alive through to more rare tracks that Bon Jovi haven’t
performed for many years.
Bon Giovi recreate the real experience of a live Bon Jovi show - performing
their huge catalogue of songs with energy and authenticity. So if you’re ready
to ‘Runaway’ on ‘One Wild Night’ down that ‘Lost Highway’ for a taste of the
some of the world’s greatest stadium
anthems, this is the closest you’ll get to
Tickets £20 including fees
the real thing!
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £18
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JHH Dance are proud to announce their return
to the Cresset stage for the third time, as they
invite audiences to celebrate their tenth year
of teaching local youngsters to dance at their
Stamford-based school.
Featuring hundreds of local performers
from aged 3 years up and with special
appearances from local school groups
and past students this promises to be a truly spectacular live event. Memories
from past performances and events over the ten year life of the company are
combined with brand new work and guest spots from ex-students now working
professionally internationally. With a history of ambitious performances to draw
upon the team at JHH Dance are excited to dive in to the archive and put on an
amazing show bigger than anything
Tickets £12 adult, 60+ £10, U16s £8
they’ve attempted before.
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FROM STAGE TO SCREEN
Fri 17 Jun, 7.30pm
Get the girls together and celebrate
summer at our fantastic Ladies Night.
Join the beach party with a naughty twist,
as topless waiters help serve the carribean
cocktails, and gorgeous strippers take to
the stage.
Come and share a delightful evening of
old Hollywood glamour as our fantastic
ballroom couple, accompanied by some of
the West End’s finest voices, perform the
most loved songs from the silver screen.
Our outrageous drag queen compere will
host the proceedings, and our resident DJ will be keeping you on the dance
floor all night long. Come in your best beachwear and get a cheeky free
cocktail on arrival.
Organising a hen party? Give us
a call for group discount offers.
Strictly 18+
Tickets £11.50 including fees
GRUMPY OLD WOMEN
FIFTY SHADES OF BEIGE
Wed 15 Jun, 8.00pm
For further information, please visit
www.magnetictheatre.com
Tickets £18.50 including fees
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £16.50
THE PUBLIC GETS WHAT THE PUBLIC WANTS
Tickets £26.50 including fees
Sat 18 Jun, doors open 7.30pm
From The Jam, featuring Bruce Foxton,
make their debut at The Cresset performing
a greatest hits show - The Public Gets What
the Public Wants.
From The Jam will be performing a
selection of the classic hits and great album tracks from across their fantastic
catalogue. The Jam had amazing chart success with 18 singles and 7 albums
to make the top 40 from their debut in 1977 to their break up in 1982. Classic
singles include In the City, All Around the World, The Modern World, Strange
Town, The Eton Rifles, Going Underground,
All standing.
Start!, That’s Entertainment, Town Called
Tickets £23.50 including fees
Malice, Beat Surrender.
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Perfect for any age, the exceptional cast of From Stage to Screen bring to life
well-loved songs from classic movies.
FROM THE JAM
FEATURING BRUCE FOXTON:
Returning after a critically acclaimed, total
sell-out spring 2015 tour the Grumpies are
back to knock some sense into the nation.
Perrier Award-winning comedian, writer
and original star of Grumpy Old Women
Jenny Eclair will be joined by fellow recruits
Susie Blake (Mrs Brown’s Boys BBC One,
Coronation Street, ITV1) and actress and singer Kate Robbins (Where The
Heart Is ITV1, Casualty BBC One).
“jaw-dropping one-liners” The Stage
With over 25 years experience in the
entertainment industry, Abigail Jaye and
Owen Woodgate formed Magnetic Theatre in 2013. The aim was to produce
exceptional entertainment that was accessible and affordable for all.
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LADIES NIGHT - BEACH PARTY
Fri 10 Jun, 7.30pm
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“The band were
flawless in their
delivery both
musically and
vocally”
– The Express
Headliner Charlie Baker who’s instant
likability and charming delivery style has
earned him a reputation as ‘a superior modern
showman’ (The Guardian) - Imagine if Jack
Black, Frank Sinatra and Jethro had a son...
He is a popular face on TV panels shows
having appeared as team captain on CH4’s
A Short History Of Everything Else, BBC1’s
Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow,
BBC2’s Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Rob Brydon’s Christmas Special. He also
won Let’s Dance for Comic Relief!
Support comes from Duncan Oakley with his playful and silly brand of musical
comedy plus rising star Sarah Callaghan.
Compere for the show is
Tickets £13 including fees in advance
Dave Twentyman.
£15 on the door (subject to availability)
WILDCATS LIVE 2016
DON’T STOP BELIEVIN’
Sat 25 & Sun 26 Jun, 3.30pm
Fri 24 Jun, 7.30pm
The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute continue to amaze crowds
everywhere with their tight harmonies and acute attention to detail.
With over 15 years international touring experience, The Illegal Eagles’
uncanny ability to capture the emotion of Don Henley’s vocals and the band’s
definitive sound, have won mass audience acclaim both in the UK and abroad.
This latest production features all the classics – Hotel California, Take It Easy,
Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, Life in the Fast Lane, Take it to the Limit, and a whole
lot more!
Tickets £24.50 including fees
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £23.50
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Wildcats Live is a culmination of performances
by children and young people who are part of
the theatre school and Post 16 Academy.
This year’s show is linked to the theme ‘Don’t
Stop Believin’ and features a mix of group
songs from the 80’s alongside the usual
musical theatre and dance performances.
The Mini, Junior and Senior weekly classes perform not only class pieces but
larger group numbers, whilst the Post 16 Academy perform their own group
medleys. West End Wildcats also perform pieces from the year’s events.
The show ends with the Year 2 Academy students performing their ‘leaving song’
as they head off for University or Theatre School. Always a sell out, Wildcats Live
is a show not to be missed!
Tickets £11 adult, 60+ / U16s £7.50
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SUMMER DREAMING
“The singing & dancing
were faultless”
- Somerset Gazette
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Wed 29 Jun, 7.30pm
This fully choreographed, highly interactive roller coaster will celebrate iconic
music from the movies, musicals and pop sensations of the 50’s & 60’s.
Relive the good old days with the Summer Dreaming gang as they take you
back to a time of jiving, soda shops and high school hops, featuring the music
of The Shangri-Las, Frankie Avalon, Connie Francis, Elvis, Neil Sedaka,
Peggy Lee, The Drifters, Patsy Cline, Ben E King, The Temptations, Lulu, Bill
Haley, Nancy Sinatra, Grease and more!
Summer Dreaming is a fully interactive extravaganza featuring authentic
costumes and iconic dance moves, so be prepared to find your inner Teddy
Boy or Girl, and sing along!
Fancy dress is highly recommended!
*Please note that this show is not affiliated
with Grease the Musical
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Tickets £21.50 including fees
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £19.50
Fri 8 Jul, 7.30pm
Following huge demand after their performance here last year, Let’s Hang On
returns to The Cresset with their award-winning celebration of the legendary
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons!
Featuring an anthology of classic hits including Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,
Bye Bye Baby, December 1963 (Oh What A Night!), Walk Like A Man, Sherry,
Working My Way Back To You, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Grease and many more!
Prepare for an electric atmosphere and don’t be surprised to find yourself on
your feet and dancing before the night is over!!
“An authentic masterpiece” - The BBC
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From the team who brought you An Evening of Dirty Dancing: The Tribute
Show comes Summer Dreaming, the greasiest homage to a bygone era
when Elvis was King and all a girl dreamed about was becoming Prom Queen.
“These guys are absolutely brilliant” - The Paul O Grady Show
www.letshangon.co.uk
Tickets £23.50 including fees
Concessions: U16s / 60+ £22.50
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Russell Watson never imagined he would one day be one of the world’s most
prominent tenors, selling in excess of seven million albums worldwide. To date
there have been nine studio albums, each one winning more critical acclaim
than the one before.
Russell is officially the UK’s best selling classical artist ever and has won four
Classical BRITS. From performing for HM The Queen to collaborating with
Meatloaf, Russell’s voice has taken him around the world.
Overcoming two life-threatening brain
tumours, Russell is still very much the
godfather of classical crossover. This
concert is a unique opportunity to hear ‘The
Voice’ as you have never heard him before.
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RUSSELL WATSON
Fri 12 Aug, 7.30pm
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KINDRED CRESSET
SUMMER SCHOOL 2016
Mon 15 - Fri 19 Aug
9.30am - 4.30pm daily
Following the success of last year’s workshops, Kindred Drama will be running
a 5 day Musical Theatre summer school at The Cresset for just £110 per child
Summer School offers each child (age 6-18 years) the opportunity to develop
their performance skills, guided by our professional actors, choreographers
and musicians and also to make new friends as they work towards a final,
highly polished performance.
This workshop will run for 5 days with the performance on the Friday evening
at 6.00pm.
Tickets £40 including fees
Premium seats £46.50
Please go to www.kindreddrama.com for more information or email now to
reserve a place at [email protected]
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New Website
Launched in September, our revamped website at www.cresset.co.uk is proving
very popular, with a colourful new look, straightforward navigation, user friendly
online booking and loads of information at your fingertips. Book tickets for
a show, sign up for the mailing list, reserve a restaurant table, download a
wedding brochure, or get in touch with one of our team. There’s plenty to see,
so pop along and check it out!
We welcome R&R Tanning
Recently opened, R&R Tanning in The Cresset are
already doing great business, and are well worth
a visit this Spring - call in and say hello if you’re
passing!
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Indoor Car Boot Sale
Did you know we host an indoor car boot sale every
Saturday? From October to April you can come along
on a Saturday morning and pick up a bargain or two
- or have a spring clean and earn a few pounds in the
process! Pitches are just £5 each and tables are provided.
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Autumn plays host to some fantastic shows this year, and as always
culminates with our magical Christmas Panto.
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With the usual mix of Comedy, Live Music, top quality Tribute Shows, Dance
and fantastic entertainment it’s another packed season.
September includes the latest performance from the Russian State Opera
with the iconic Carmen. These stunning live productions are fast becoming
our season highlight, and well worth a visit.
Comedy is always a big part of the programme and this season is no
exception as Kevin Bloody Wilson pays us a visit
on the second of his final farewell tours (perhaps!).
Also in the diary are Ross Noble, Henning Wehn,
Al Murray and a cracking Comedy Club lineup.
Our favourite Loose Woman, Jane McDonald
brings her latest tour to The Cresset on
18th September for an unmissable night of
entertainment, and there’s loads more live music
in October as The Sensational 60’s Experience return with their biggest
lineup ever!
Fri 21 Oct
One show you simply must book early for is The
Dreamboys on 21 October. These guys just get
more and more popular and their 2016 production
is expected to sell out well in advance. Ladies you
have been warned!
One of our season
highlights, the fabulous Magic of Motown rolls into
town on 3 November, celebrating 10 years on the
road and still sounding incredible!
Keep an eye out for more shows, sign up to the
mailing list, and follow us on Twitter & Facebook for
the most up to date info.
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What’s On
Cresset Events Calendar 2016
February 2016
Fri 5
The King Of Pop: Navi
Love to Dance
Sat 6
10 - 11 Primary Schools Dance Festival
Thu 18 Spectacular 60’s
Sun 21 Brian Conley
Roy Orbison & Friends
Fri 26
Fri 26
Comedy Club
June 2016
1 - 2
Jem’s Hip Hop: Celebration 2016
Ladies Night
Fri 10
Wed 15 Grumpy Old Women
From Stage to Screen
Fri 17
Thu 18 From the Jam
The Illegal Eagles
Fri 24
Fri 24
Comedy Club
25 - 26 Wildcats: Don’t Stop Believing
Wed 29 Summer Dreaming
September 2016
War Games
Sun 4
Diddy David Hamilton
Fri 9
Sun 11 10th Planet Events
Tue 13 Carmen - Live Opera
Fri 16
Mercury
Sun 18 Jane McDonald
Thank ABBA for the music
Fri 23
Forever Jackson
Fri 30
October 2016
Thu 13 Henning Wehn
Thu 20 Andrew Dee - Psychic
Fri 21
The Dreamboys
Tue 25 Vienna Festival Ballet
Wed 26 An Evening of Dirty Dancing
Fri 28
The Sensational 60’s Experience
November 2016
Tony Stockwell: Psychic Medium
Tue 1
The Magic of Motown
Thu 3
Re-Take That
Fri 4
Wed 9 Kevin Bloody Wilson
Thu 17 Bye Bye Baby Xmas Party
Fri 18 The Rod Stewart Story
Mon 21 Stars of Irish Country
Tue 29 Ross Noble
July 2016
December 2016
Tue 5
Jimmy Carr
That’ll Be The Day
Thu 1
Let’s Hang On
Fri 8
Sun 17 Bourne to Dance
More shows are being added all the time, check the website for the most up to date listings. Join the mailing list for to be first in line for new shows and offers!
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March 2016
Tue 1
Ed Byrne
Wed 2 Madam Butterfly
Let’s Twist Again
Thu 3
Thu 10 A1 Music Festival
Ireland’s Call
Fri 11
Sat 12 Rewind: 80’s Party Night
17 – 19 RARE Productions - Bugsy Malone
Country Superstars
Fri 25
Comedy Club
Fri 25
May 2016
Sun 1
UK StreetDance Championships
Mon 9 Psychic Sally
Tue 10 All Star Stand-Up Tour
Tue 17 Jimmy Carr
Mad About The Musicals
Fri 20
Bon Giovi
Fri 27
Comedy Club
Fri 27
August 2016
Fri 12
Russell Watson
15 - 19 Kindred Summer School
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January 2016
Sun 10 Minevention
Sun 17 Circus Starr
Sat 23 Sporting Saturday
30 - 31 Encore Dance - Magical Moves
April 2016
Fri 1
Bye Bye Baby
5 – 9
PODS – Hairspray
Thu 21 That’ll Be The Day
Arrival: The Hits of ABBA
Fri 22
Sun 24 Danzfusion
Thu 28 Swan Lake - Vienna Festival Ballet
Comedy Club
Fri 29
Sat 30 Pasha Kovalev
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