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The Jerseys Live!

The Jerseys Live!

31 Jul 2025 - 6 Jun 2026

Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Incredible falsettos, beautiful acapellas - the authenticity of the sublime harmonies of the 60s and 70s - with a huge repertoire including 'Sherry', 'Walk Like A Man', 'My Eyes Adored You', 'Grease', Rag Doll', 'Stay', 'Lets Hang On', 'Big Girls Don't Cry' before finishing off with headline hit 'Oh What A Night'! This is much more than just another tribute show - this is a celebration of fantastic music performed by an array of incredible talent. The Jerseys have performed in various prestigious venues, visiting the length and breadth of the UK. Some notable shows include a performance for Her Majesty The Queen on The Long Walk, Windsor Castle for her 90th Birthday Celebrations, and internationally including The Paris Casino in Las Vegas. Along with their LIVE 4 piece band of internationally renowned musicians, this all-singing all-dancing show features hit after hit, comedy and more - the complete night out which will have you dancing in the aisles of the theatre and leave you 'beggin' for more!
The Alter Eagles

The Alter Eagles

5 Sept 2025 - 9 May 2026

The Alter Eagles are an experienced, authentic Eagles tribute band. Formed in 2003, they perform the whole repertoire of Eagles tracks, from tasteful country rock – complete with full harmonies – through to hard rocking numbers, showcasing the Eagles’ trademark duelling electric guitars. The current set comprises material from 35 years of Eagles’ performances, up to and including 2007’s Long Road Out Of Eden. Lauded for their accuracy, the Alter Eagles are a tribute to the Eagles, pure and simple and in a typical two hour set play many of the band’s greatest hits, including ‘Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’, ‘How Long’, ‘Lyin’ Eyes’, ‘Take It Easy’ and ‘One Of These Nights’.
The ELO Encounter

The ELO Encounter

5 Aug 2025 - 26 Feb 2026

Roll over Beethoven, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne's Electric Light Orchestra is here! In an all live show featuring soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and playing all the much loved songs from ELO's hit-filled library including Evil Woman, Telephone Line and Don’t Bring Me Down. The ELO Encounter promises a night filled with rock, roll and Blue Skies that would make even Mozart mambo and Bach boogie! So Hold On Tight because Rock and Roll Is King in a show that is guaranteed to have you partying All Over The World. Not only flawlessly recreating the wonderful music of ELO, it’s a spectacular live show from start to finish. Stunning lights and special effects create an atmosphere that will have you fully immersed in the whole experience. As the ELO Encounter reel off ELO classic hit after hit, it’s guaranteed to have the hairs on the back of your neck dancing in time to the music!!
The George Harrison Project

The George Harrison Project

16 Aug 2025 - 29 May 2026

This live music celebration showcases George Harrison's best-loved hits from his early Beatles songs, his solo career and, of course, The Traveling Wilburys. All Things Must Pass, While My Guitar Gently Weeps, Here Comes The Sun, Cheer Down, Taxman, Something, My Sweet Lord, Blow Away, Got My Mind Set On You, and many, many more!
The Small Fakers: Small Faces Tribute

The Small Fakers: Small Faces Tribute

23 Aug 2025 - 28 Mar 2026

Formed in 2007, the Small Fakers are the UK's only tribute to mod legends the sensational Small Faces. Hits galore at every show including All Or Nothing, Itchycoo Park, Lazy Sunday and many more mixed in with B-sides and fan favourites from the Small Faces' back catalogue. A visual and musical feast for all Small Faces fans.
Everything Changes: The Take That Tribute Show
The time is coming, don’t be late – prepare for, what could be, the greatest night of your lives... The only production in which “Gary, Mark, Howard and Robbie” headline a fully-live spectacular featuring an 11-piece, uber-talented band and dancers. Enjoy all of Take That's greatest hits – Pray, Shine, Greatest Day, These Days, Back for Good, Patience, Never Forget, Giants, Million Love Songs, Sure and Everything Changes. Fellow anthems Let Me Entertain You, Rock DJ, Millennium, Angels, She’s the One, Eternity and Candy feature as Robbie Williams takes centre stage. This 2 hour theatre style performance will have you singing along all night and dancing in the isles!
National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa ( Doctor Who; Sex Education ) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate. Max Webster ( Life of Pi ) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.
Fleetwood Mac Unchained

Fleetwood Mac Unchained

14 Nov 2025 - 15 Nov 2025

Introducing Fleetwood Unchained Back by popular demand for TWO nights, following 2024's sell out show !! With a passion for their music and commitment to authenticity, Fleetwood Unchained deliver a faithful and unforgettable live experience that captures the essence of Fleetwood Mac's legendary sound. Featuring highly experienced musicians and vocalists, the band brings to life Fleetwood Mac's timeless hits, from the early blues-infused Peter Green classics to the pop-rock anthems that made them international superstars. From Rhiannon and Go Your Own Way to Dreams and The Chain, Fleetwood Unchained play them all with precision, heart and high energy throughout. But it's not just about the music with Fleetwood Unchained. The band members channel the personalities and dynamic chemistry of the original Fleetwood Mac line-up, creating a truly immersive performance that transports audiences back to the band's heyday. Fleetwood Unchained the tribute you don't want to miss.
Eric and the Claptones

Eric and the Claptones

6 Dec 2025 - 6 Dec 2025

Introducing - Eric & The Claptones With the 2024 tour ending with sell-out shows and standing ovations, which reflect the quality of this magical band 2025 is looking even better! ERIC AND THE CLAPTONES are the UKs leading and longest established tribute to the great man, so dont settle for anything less! From the early years and moving all around the catalogue that spans Claptons career, expect to hear many of the classics, as well as some you may have forgotten! Just one of the many amazing reviews this band get - Beautiful and an amazing band, love the recreation of Erics famous and beloved songs, absolutely fascinating band, love it , 10/10 Dont miss this opportunity to see this outstanding tribute to the great artist Eric Clapton.
National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove

National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove

27 Jul 2025 - 27 Jul 2025

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan (Alan Partridge, The Trip) plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

 When a rogue U.S General triggers a nuclear attack, a surreal race takes place, seeing the Government and one eccentric scientist scramble to avert global destruction. This explosively funny satire is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It, Veep) and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow, The Play What I Wrote).
Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream
Be part an incredible homage, to Three Legends in Music (Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream) in this explosive new production. Packed with an incredible high energy & performed by some of the UK's finest musicians. This powerhouse performance will transport you back in time to the original concerts, delivering the true spirit of these legendary superstars. This is the true fans production, a collection of outstanding musicians who have not only performed the songs, they have lived the life! No wigs, no pantomime, just great music played by great musicians. Their individual credits include: Steve Winwood, Massive Attack, Ben E. King, Fish, Thunder, Jo Harman, Thea Gilmore, Lulu etc etc.
A Very Whitstable Murder II: The Man in the Woods
I am terribly sorry - it is a diabolical thing. Back by popular demand after his sell-out 2024 Playhouse show, join local historian Dr Graham Birrell for another interactive evening examining a long-forgotten Whitstable murder-investigation. Once again, the audience becomes the jury for the night to examine the exact same evidence presented at the original trialwill you find the prime suspect guilty or not guilty? It was a perfect summers day for a drive through the Kent countryside. Three women leave a country pub to return one of them to their now famous Whitstable home - but a picnic stop ends in complete disaster. The prime suspect had left a trail of mayhem and destruction around the world, all centring on an obsession with one thing.guns. But was he bad, or simply very, very, mad? The story was so shocking it made headlines across the globe - after rediscovering the case, Graham thought it deserved to be brought back to wider attention, especially given the tragic parallels with an infamous set of Kent murders that gripped Britain several decades later. So join Graham for an incredible night of true crime and tragedy.
The Canterbury Players present The Game of Love and Chance
The best known play by one of the most performed French playwrights - a sparkling 18th-century comedy of manners. Sylvia has been engaged to Dorante, a man she has never met. In order to observe Dorante's true personality during their first meeting, she makes a plan to swap places with her servant so that she can watch him without his knowing her identity. Unbeknownst to her, Dorante has also planned to disguise himself as his servant in order to achieve the same goal as Silvia. As the couples' 'game' gets more complicated than expected, what will happen when servants and masters exchange places and fall in love in spite of themselves?
The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience
In a show that has been described as “absolutely amazing” and “truly authentic”, take a trip down memory lane as you hear the best songs from The Commitments and Re-live the story and music of The Blues Brothers in a full live-band experience. Get your dancing shoes on, as Jake and Elwood meet Deco and Jimmy in a fantastic experience where Chicago Blues meets Dublin Soul. The stage show includes state of the art audio visual effects as well as iconic scenes from both cult-classic films. Expect top quality musical performance from the professional Big Soul Band, along with authentic performances including songs from favourites such as Aretha Franklin, The Blues Brothers and Andrew Strong. Songs including ‘Everybody (needs somebody)’, ‘Try a Little Tenderness’, ‘R.E.S.P.E.C.T’ and ‘Jailhouse Rock’ can be heard in the repertoire in a night to truly remember. Definitely a show not to be missed
DS:UK... Tribute To Dire Straits

DS:UK... Tribute To Dire Straits

4 Oct 2025 - 14 Nov 2026

1991 brought us the final Dire Straits album - On Every Street - and was commemorated by an enormous 2 year world tour that was one of their most successful to date. In On Every Street, Mark created some classic Dire Straits songs such as Calling Elvis, The Bug and On Every Street and the expanded lineup created yet another 'sound' that remained instantly recognisable as "Dire Straits". Over the past years, DS:UK have become the Dire Straits tribute act that the fans deserve - delivering the music with an attention to detail that few tribute bands strive for. The On Another Night show is DS:UK's third tour, representing the final era of Dire Straits' phenomenal career, and brings a genuine and unique experience that will bring fans the tracks they love from On Every Street, alongside the classic Dire Straits songs you love to hear. This will be DS:UK's most packed and exciting set yet... are you and your friend gonna come around?
Desparados, Celebrating 50 years of Hotel California
DESPERADOS: 50 Years of Hotel California Prepare to be transported back to the golden era of classic West Coast rock as Desperados faithfully captures the essence and spirit of EAGLES. Their impeccable harmonies, flawless instrumentation, and passion for their craft make their show, one not to be missed! Expect all the classics including Hotel California, Lyin Eyes, Peaceful Easy Feelin as well as songs from Don Henley, Glenn Frey & Joe Walshs solo careers. Sit back,Take It Easy and bask in the glow of one of music historys greatest songbooks.
The Lindley Players Present Into the Woods
"Be careful what you wish for..." Step into a world where fairy tales collide in Stephen Sondheims spellbinding musical about dreams, consequences, and what happens after happily ever after. The Baker and his Wife wish for a child, Cinderella longs for a different life, and Jack hopes his cow will finally give milk. When a mysterious Witch offers a chance to break a powerful curse, their paths cross in a dark and magical forest where wishes come truebut not without a price. With unforgettable music, rich storytelling, and heart, Into the Woods is a magical adventure that will leave you wondering: What would you do to make a wish come true? Directed by Sam Manser-Mullin Performances nightly at 7:30pm Saturday matine 2pm
The Lindley Players'Youth Group present The Complete Works of Shakespeare
Hold onto your doublets! The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) is a fast-paced, side-splitting romp through all 37 of the Bards plays (plus a few sonnets) in just 90 madcap minutes. The youth group race through comedies, histories, and tragedies at breakneck speed, using wigs, props, bad accents, and even audience participation to bring Shakespeare's genius to lifewith a generous dose of chaos and comedy. Irreverent, intelligent, and wildly entertaining, this hit parody is perfect for Shakespeare lovers and sceptics alike. Whether you're a die-hard Bard buff or can't tell Hamlet from Macbeth, you're guaranteed to laugh until thou canst laugh no more! Performances nightly at 7:30pm 2:30pm on Saturday 8th
The Lindley Players present Agatha Christie's Rule of Thumb
Three chilling tales. One legendary author. Join us for an evening of three one-act thrillers from the worlds most-read mystery writerDame Agatha Christie. In The Wasps Nest, Hercule Poirot comes between a bitter triangle of lovers to prevent a sinister murder; in The Rats, adulterous lovers find themselves lured to a flat, only to be trapped like rats and framed for murder; and completing the triple bill is a tense thriller about a woman who is hospitalised after seemingly falling from her balcony in The Patient... Elegant, chilling, and endlessly intriguing, this triple bill promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of classic suspense. Performances nightly at 7.30pm
A Head Full Of Coldplay

A Head Full Of Coldplay

29 Aug 2025 - 18 Jun 2026

A Head Full of Coldplay’s tour hits the ground running with a vibrant, colourful and energy driven celebration of the music of Coldplay. Featuring all the hits from Yellow, The Scientist, to Adventure Of A Lifetime and My Universe. The bands love for the music comes across in ways you rarely see in a tribute show, from the attention to detail in the songs, the imagery, the special effects with the audience always feeling part of the performance.
Forever Elton

Forever Elton

6 Sept 2025 - 6 Jun 2026

Forever Elton is one of the UK's premier tribute acts, performing a 5 STAR reviewed stunning homage to Elton John. Headed by multi-award winning composer & musician, Phil Mountford, and backed by a dedicated, multi-talented band, who between them have performed in some of the most prestigious venues in the world, ensuring a high level of musicianship and creativity.

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