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 Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show also features a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.

As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK's number one boy band, The Take That Experience mark over a decade together as their most popular and recognised tribute act. With acclaimed vocal performances, stunning replica costumes and iconic dance routines, The Take That Experience recreate the magic of Take That live on stage with their ‘Greatest Hits Tour’. This incredible show features hit after hit from Take That’s career spanning three decades - from classic 90s hits through to their most recent triumphs. Songs include Pray, Relight My Fire, Patience, Shine, These Days, Rule The World and Amore. This show is a must for any Take That fan as the boys don’t just give you a night you’ll Never Forget… they give you The Take That Experience!

Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain’s No. 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the sixties with their tribute to over twenty five bands of that era. The show encompasses everything from that period, from the clothes that were worn, to flashbacks from television history, including: TV programmes, adverts and even clips from the original bands. The Counterfeit Sixties presents a showcase of the great bands of this unforgettable time. The fantastic music of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Dave Clark Five, The Kinks and The Monkees - to name but a few – all recreated in this stunning show. The band members have performed their unique tribute shows all over the UK and abroad, and have a wide range of experience in that field. The members of the band have individually worked with notable sixties’ artists such as The Searchers, The Ivy League, The Fortunes, The Tremeloes and many more. Join us for a night of sixties nostalgia!

Our Most Prestigious Line-Up Yet LIVE at Southwold Arts Centre! Presented by WCB Comedy Were bringing you a blockbuster night of stand-up with a line-up you wont want to miss! Headliner: the incredible Russell Kane! You already know how brilliant he is, but heres why Russell is one of the UKs top comedy stars: Multi-award-winning comedian, presenter, actor, author, and scriptwriter, Russell Kane is a regular face on Channel 4, BBC, and ITV. From Live at the Apollo, The One Show, The Apprentice: Youre Fired, and Michael McIntyres Big Show, to hosting the hit podcast Evil Genius (soon to be a BBC Studios TV show), Russell is a force of nature on stage and screen. He recently wowed crowds headlining at Latitude, Reading, and Leeds and now hes coming to Southwold Arts Centre! Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Melbourne Comedy Festivals Barry Award winnerRussell made history as the first comedian to win both in the same year! PLUS on the bill Roger Monkhouse sharp, intelligent, and effortlessly funny, Roger is one of the most respected voices on the circuit. Laura Lexx star of Live at the Apollo and Mock The Week, Laura is as witty as she is warm, with a natural knack for winning over any room. MC Justin Panks your wonderfully mischievous host for the night, guaranteed to get the room fired up from the get-go.

The Paul McCartney Project An evening of music, written by Sir Paul McCartney and spanning over 70 years, is performed by The Paul McCartney Project. Featuring songs from an enormous back-catalogue, the band perform hit after hit, including those from his time with The Beatles, Wings and solo career. Paul M (vocals, keys & guitars), Crazz (guitars), Mick Rose (keyboards & vocals),Dave Osborne (bass guitar& vocals) and Bill Brooks (drums, samples & vocals)bring a collective experience of almost 250 years, and having performed many musical styles, in many tribute and original acts from opera to punk and everything in between, have trodden the boards in support of, and with, the likes of Paul Garrack (Mike & the Mechanics), The Levellers and Sam Brown. A full light and video show enhance the performances of Live and Let Die, Bandon the Run, Another Day, Let em In, Silly Love Songs, Helen Wheels, Yesterday, Ive Just Seen a Face and The Frog Chorus.... ok, not The Frog Chorus, but many, many more. Join us for a night to remember!

Chest out! Shoulders back! Southwold, your moment approaches! WCB Comedy invites you to a night of magnificence and mirth at Southwold Arts Centre! Good people of Southwold! You are hereby summoned to an evening of uproarious amusement as WCB Comedy presents a line-up fit for royalty. Headlining: the splendid Troy Hawke! Greeters Guild ambassador, motivational juggernaut, and the moustachioed sage of the modern world. Troy is an award-winning gentleman whose comedic exploits have bewitched audiences far and wide winner of Leicester Comedy Festivals Best Show, two-time Perth Weekly Comedy Award champion, and lauded by GQ as one of the Top Ten Comedy Shows at the Edinburgh Fringe. Expect timeless 1930s sophistication fused with delightfully modern absurdity as Troy tackles everything from IKEA labyrinths to high street psychology. But wait, dear Southwoldians, there is more Paul Tonkinson quick-witted, high-octane storytelling from a Michael McIntyres Comedy Roadshow favourite and bona fide Time Out Comedian of the Year. Expect charm, energy, and a flurry of laugh-out-loud moments. Tony Law the uncontainable master of surrealism. Tony is a joyous tornado of unfiltered genius, a true original, and a cult favourite with Edinburgh Comedy Award credentials. Master of Ceremonies: Justin Panks your fearless comedic guide for the evening. Expect razor-sharp banter, bold spontaneity, and the kind of mischievous energy that could make even a statue smirk. A seasoned MC who whips audiences into an uproarious frenzy. An assembly of comedys finest, under one majestic roof courtesy of WCB Comedy. Chest out, shoulders back, and prepare for a night that will echo through the corridors of Southwold folklore.

Supersonic Queen are here to Rock you. Wyrley Music and Promotions brings you this five piece fully live tribute performing all the hits and all the majesty of Queen. Phil Copping is one of the most authentic Freddie Mercurys in the business, supported by a top class band that do the music justice. This is a night not to be missed, so get ready to be entertained, and sing along to all the anthems. This will be a supersonic night!

GASLIGHT, by Patrick Hamilton Southwold Arts Centre, St Edmunds Hall 13th to 16th August 2025 The original, classic Psychological Thriller, was written in 1938, but set in dark and dangerous, foggy London, before electric lighting. The title, and its derivative, gaslighting has of course become part of our modern lexicon. Hamilton's original play is indeed a dark tale of a marriage based on deceit and trickery, and features a husband trying to drive his already fragile wife insane. But, as we learn his hidden motive, an even more terrifying murder-mystery is revealed, with a final twist that shows Hamiltons mastery of the genre. A West-End hit, and still one of the longest-running Broadway plays. Running time approximately 2hrs with interval. Tickets 16 or 22 depending on location. Evenings Wednesday to Saturday 7:30pm and Matinees 4pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. (For further information, disabled access, or group bookings please call 01728 343344.) We look forward to welcoming you. Also at Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall Monday 28th July to Saturday 9th August (not Sundays).

Things We Do For Love, by Alan Ayckbourn Southwold Arts Centre, St Edmund Hall Wednesday 20th to Saturday 30th August 2025 (not Sunday, Monday or Tuesday) Comic, cruel, classic by Ayckbourn at his mid-period best, centring on the love triangle between two women and one man - although the unrequited, obsessive affection of the downstairs lodger possibly makes it a love square! In a play that includes passion, comedy, and some violence, Ayckbourn handles a potentially tragic theme in a black romantic comedy that will jar both your funny bone and your heart. This memorably bruising comedy is a Private Lives for the nineties." (The Guardian). With a unique, new set design personally approved by the author. Running time approximately 2hrs with interval. Tickets 16 or 22 depending on location. Evenings Wednesday to Saturday 7:30pm and Matinees 4pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. (For further information, disabled access, or group bookings please call 01728 343344.) We look forward to welcoming you. Also at Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall Monday 11th to Saturday 16th August.

While The Sun Shines by Terence Rattigan Southwold Arts Centre, St Edmunds Hall Wednesday 3rd to Saturday 6th September 2025 Our closing tribute to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. On his wedding-eve, young Earl Harpenden has put up a drunken American soldier he met the night before. When Harpendens fiance turns up, the lonely American flirts outrageously, thinking she is Harpendens ex, West-End doyen, Mabel Crum. This sparkling Romcom with the laughs of a perfect Farce shows both the authors dazzling stage-craft and his belief that, even in the darkest of times, there is still love, hope and laughter. A masterpiece outstanding in every way (The Times). Running time approximately 2hrs with interval. Tickets 16 or 22 depending on location. Evenings Wednesday to Saturday 7:30pm and Matinees 4pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. (For further information, disabled access, or group bookings please call 01728 343344.) We look forward to welcoming you. Also at Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall Tuesday 19th to Saturday 30th August (not Sundays).

A fresh biography of Michelangelo, who is considered one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance. This film explores his relationship with his contemporaries and his immense artistic practice that included painting, sculpture and architecture. The documentary coincides with a glorious new exhibition at the National Gallery of London.

Ahoy Sailors! Old Time Sailors is a flashmob musical show designed to take the audience back in time through an unforgettable trip to the 19th century. The crew is composed of 17 musicians playing fully unplugged to ensure the most authentic experience. Over 40 songs and tunes where the audience will sing and dance surrounded by drunken Sailors, witnessing an astounding show! Join us and become an old time sailor; and have a truly memorable night out!

Capturing the authentic sound and spirit of The Greatest Rock n Roll Band In The World, NOT THE ROLLING STONES have played festivals, theatres and private gigs throughout Europe, the middle east and the UK. Featuring the best Mick Jagger lookalike you will ever see, the band will take you back to the Golden Age of The Stones- from Satisfaction to Sympathy for the Devil...You won't believe it's not Jagger!

The show includes a complete performance of the 1977 classic album "Bat Out Of Hell". in its entirety - as well as songs from other Meat Loaf albums and other artists - penned by musical genius Steinman. Meat Loud cover many of the songs from the Meat Loaf Back catalogue as well as some of the Steinman classics by Bonnie Tyler, Celine Dion and Cher. SO BUCKLE UP AND GET READY FOR A RIDE INTO HELL

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!!

T The Roy Orbison Experience The Roy Orbison Experience, the UKs newest and most authentic tribute to the music of Roy Orbison, one of Americas most famous voices. The Roy Orbison Experience is a celebration of the music of Roy Orbison, fronted by the incredible voice of Oliver Harris, who has appeared at the Edinburgh Fringe, the West End and many theatres across the UK. With a live band dedicated to faithfully replicating the iconic sound, it is guaranteed to be an experience that audiences and fans of Roy will not want to miss. This is no tongue in cheek look-a-like or impersonation, but rather a special unique live performance passionately replicating the unrivalled voice, sound, style and vision of Roy Orbison. Oliver Harris and his Roy Orbison Experience bring you on a musical journey celebrating the rock n roll hall of fame and 6-time grammy award winning Big O, telling his story and we invite you to experience the classic voice of Roy Orbison with us. Youd never expect five young musicians from Yorkshire to sound more like Roy Orbison than Roy himself Backed by a fabulous band, youll be taken from the rockabilly Sun Record years, his chart topping 60s hits, right through to the Traveling Wilburys era. Featuring all the Classic hits including: Pretty Woman, Crying, I Drove all Night, You Got It, Only the Lonely, In Dreams, California Blue, Handle With Care along with many of Roys iconic ballads, famous covers and rock and roll classics in a sensational 2 hour theatre show. Orbison's music, like the man himself, has been described as timeless, so join us and relive the operatic magic of the man they nicknamed The Caruso of Rock.

Maid In Britain The Ultimate British Rock celebration show taking you on a nostalgic journey through each epic era (60s / 70s / 80s).Featuring your favourite hits from Queen, Zeppelin, The Who, Purple, Whitesnake and many more, this explosive show is accompanied by stunning lights and retro video. Performed by a line up seen alongside Slade, Skidrow, FM and Graham Bonnet, this unmissable show is perfect for all ages!

Led Free & Co Led Free & Co. the UKs finest tribute to classic rock legends, Led Zeppelin', 'Free' and 'Bad Company make their debut at The Arts Centre in September with a two hour plus show that has seen sell-out audiences wherever they go. The four highly accomplished musicians, with a love for the rock sounds of the late 60s and early 70s, have come together to replicate the sights and sounds of three of the UK's most iconic and much loved rock acts. The show features all the classic hits and deep cuts lovingly recreated to spirit you back to the days of loon pants and cheesecloth.

Southwold Jazz Club ~ STEELY JAZZ ~ THE CHRIS INGHAM QUINTET CHRIS INGHAM vocal/piano/guitar HARRY GREENE sax/guitar PAUL HIGGS trumpet/piano GEOFF GASCOYNE bass GEORGE DOUBLE drums. The songs of Walter Becker and Donald Fagen, AKA Steely Dan, stood alone in 1970s rock; musically sophisticated, lyrically cryptic and deeply influenced by, in their own words, the best jazz players of the 50s and 60s. Chris Inghams Steely Jazz re-examines the Dan canon, illuminating the rich melodies and harmonies and recasting the incomparably rich songbook for jazz quintet. Featuring well-known pieces (Rikki Dont Lose That Number, Josie), alongside classic tracks and deep cuts from the Dans masterpiece albums, Steely Jazz is a fresh, exciting celebration of two giants of 20th Century popular music. Watch a video herehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vKz4uy-EQg

ALICE The Sounds Of Smokie Five piece line up including three lead vocalists/four part harmonies/two guitars/drums/bass guitar/multi keyboards Hits include: Living next door to Alice Mexican girl If you think you know how to love me Oh carol Gypsy queen Stumbling in Something's been making me blue Lay back in the arms of some one Needles and pins Dont play that rock n roll to me Meet me at midnight Few dollars more Baby its you Have you ever seen the rain When you walk in the room Never rains in Southern California Dont give me that 70s classics Wont back down Rockin all over the world An evening not to be missed!

The Silhouettes are unique amongst tribute bands in providing an authentic Shadows show which includes acoustic renditions of hits such as Guitar Tango and Nivram. The show includes all the group’s number one hits (Apache, Kon Tiki, Wonderful Land, Dance On and Foot Tapper) and 14 other top twenty hits.

THE TALES OUR MOTHER TOLD! by Pat Whymark "What a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive" At their mother's memorial service, estranged brothers Brian and Dennis Cox remember the tales she told them as children - and as adults. Some were fables of homespun wisdom, some were her own versions of the grimmest fairy tales. Did they help the brothers in their life path, or did they make the forest darker and the way less clear? Were her stories just for fun, or a kind of smokescreen, an enchanted mist that enticed them to strange parts, then left them without Google maps? Untangling the web of her imagination could either bring the brothers closer, or shatter their uneasy peace for ever. Common Ground are committed to keeping small-scale theatre alive and well in East Anglia, presenting shows that are, first and foremost, entertaining. Featuring live music, performed by our company of skilled actor-musicians, our productions are theatrically inventive, character-based and always emotionally engaging.

MATT After two completely sold-out performances last year, MATT returns by popular demand now touring venues across Norfolk and Suffolk. Based on the real-life story of writer, director and lead actor Peter Dewar, MATT is a raw, real, and thought-provoking journey through depression, addiction, and the fight to survive. It dives headfirst into the darkness unflinching, emotionally charged, and painfully honest. But this is more than just Matts story. Its also about the devastating impact mental illness can have on the people who love him the partner left in silence, the parents consumed by fear and helplessness. Praised as brutally honest, a masterpiece of resilience, and unforgettable, MATT is a powerful, emotional, and ultimately hopeful piece of theatre that dares to speak the truth. One night. One fight. One story that stays with you. Last years tickets sold out fast book now to avoid missing out. Over 18s only contains mature and emotionally intense themes.

Salacious Secrets in Southwold A Shocking Sordid Seaside Thriller by Robin Brooks From the same team that produced the notorious Death in Southwold, the infamous No Sex in Southwold, and the totally reprehensible Sex and Death in Southwold. Yet another tasteless farrago bloated with stupid jokes and blatantly ripped off from the work of a real writer. They spoiled comedy for everyone. Now they aim to do the same with the theatrical thriller. Bobbie Wests Look East Cultural Round-up. They have learnt nothing. They must be stopped. Arts Council England - Internal memo. Produced by Allegra Productions www.allegraproductions.com [//www.allegraproductions.com]

Vincent in Brixton ~ by Nicholas Wright Open Space Theatre Company In 1873 the young Vincent van Gogh rented a room in a suburb of London while he was being trained for a career as an art dealer. Wrights play premiered at the National Theatre traces the transforming effects of love, sex and youthful adventure on Van Goghs still unfound talent as a painter.

Milton Jones is an award-winning British comedy virtuoso whose delightfully surreal one-liners and offbeat observations have earned him a devoted cult following. A regular fixture on Mock the Week and Live at the Apollo, hes also the creative force behind acclaimed BBC Radio series such as The Very World of Milton Jones and Thanks a Lot, Milton Jones! His razor-sharp wit, absurdist scenarios and impeccably timed puns combine to create a uniquely hilarious experience that leaves audiences howling with laughter long after the final punchline. Were incredibly lucky to have him headlining our nighttickets will fly off the shelves and sell out fast. Dont miss your chance to witness Miltons inimitable genius live on stage! This fantastic comedy club night will also include the very best from the UK Comedy Circuit. More announcements very soon.

Ann Cleeves Ann Cleeves is the multi-million copy bestselling author behind TV series Shetland, Vera, and The Long Call. Her first Shetland novel, Raven Black, won the Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger for best crime novel, and Ann was awarded the CWA Diamond Dagger in 2017. She was awarded the OBE in 2022 for services to reading and libraries. Ann will be talking about her writing including her new book 'The Killing Stones. Tickets are 25 including a signed copy of her new Jimmy Perez novel The Killing Stones (a 10 ticket talk only ticket can be bought with each 25 one) and are available from Southwold Library 01502 442817 or www.ticketsource.co.uk/southwoldlibrary

Oasiz are one of the UK’s most authentic tribute bands, a point proved in 2023 when a short clip of front man Steve, performing as Liam, went viral on social media with over half a million views. Many fans were convinced the clip was actually of Liam Gallagher himself, which led to the story being covered in the national press, as well as a high profile TV appearance later that year. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of (What’s the story) Morning Glory, Oasiz are embarking on a 2025 UK tour and this is your chance to see them in top form. The setlist will pay homage to the most memorable parts of Oasis’ record breaking 2nd album and will also include all the big hitting career spanning anthems that you would associate with a greatest hits tour.