Country fans are given a taste of Nashville with Soul Street Productions' brand new show Made in Tennessee - The soundtrack of American Country. With a band made up of some of UK's finest country musicians, Made in Tennessee takes you through the decades of the nations fastest growing music genre, from Country's origin in the Southern States of America to modern day Country heard around the world. Featuring classics from Johnny, June, Dolly and Hank, legends like Garth Brooks and Carrie Underwood and modern country super stars such as Kacey Musgraves and Chris Stapleton. Book your tickets now to experience to the best show east of Tennessee.

A monster’s guide to tolerance and temperance. Jess can feel herself becoming an emotional wildebeest right when her world (and the whole world, thanks) demands cool, collected ultra detached saint-like kindness and understanding. St. She goes digging around in her DNA for answers and finds so many beautiful horrors. Witness her effort to become a brand new, mythical, mystical ‘coper.’ OR NOT. She gets cancelled, she gets touched and she gets a dolphin-based epiphany all in one show. The silliest of comedy for the scariest of days from Edinburgh Best Show Award Nominee. You’ve seen Jess on BBC’s QI, Live at the Apollo, Celebrity University Challenge and Richard Osman’s House of Games. From Travel Man on C4 and World’s Most Dangerous Roads on Dave. You know her from her two BBC R4 series of Sturdy Girl Club plus podcasts The Guilty Feminist and Hoovering. And, of course, from new mighty smash hit Gladiator’s fan-podcast Contender Ready which Jess co-hosts with Olympic weightlifting superstar, Emily Campbell.

Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Christopher Hampton based on the novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos and directed by Marianne Elliott BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hamptons celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin. Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire. But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path. Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Marianne Elliott (Angels in America) directs this thrilling game of love, lies, and social warfare.

The Playboy of the Western World by John Millington Synge and directed by Caitrona McLaughlin Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins anna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synges riveting play of youth and self-discovery. Pegeen Flahertys life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that hes killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Caitrona McLaughlin directs this darkly funny tale full to the brim with secrets.

Revive Theatre brings Mark Haddons beloved story to the stage with a bold, heartfelt new production. When a neighbours dog is found dead, 15-year-old Christopher Boone decides to uncover the truth. Brilliant with numbers but baffled by people, he begins an investigation that propels him far beyond the safety of home. As long-buried secrets surface, Christopher must navigate trust, family, and the extraordinary way his mind interprets the world. This fresh staging of the National Theatres award-winning adaptation blends inventive storytelling, striking visual design and a powerful central performance. With an ensemble that shifts, supports and transforms around Christophers journey, the production invites audiences directly into his unique perspective a world that is intense, methodical and unexpectedly beautiful. Honest, moving and powerful,The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Timeis a theatrical experience that stays with you long after the lights come up. Directed by Dean Rawson, and from the company that brought you Dial M for Murder, One Man Two Guvnors and The 39 Steps, Revive Theatre proudly presents this amateur production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

ELVIS - FROM MEMPHIS TO VEGAS Elvis is back in the building! This all-new, world-touring tribute show celebrates the King of Rock n Roll like never before. StarringMark Summers, the UKs #1 Elvis tribute artist and three-time National Tribute Music Awards winner, the production takes audiences on a thrilling journey through every era of Elvis career, from his Sun Records days to his legendary Vegas performances. With state-of-the-art visuals, authentic costumes, and a live band, the show delivers the grit, glamour, and charisma that made Elvis a global icon. Praised by critics and even Priscilla Presley, this interactive, high-energy spectacle is more than a tributeits an experience. Touring the UK, Ireland, USA, Australia, and more, Elvis - From Memphis to Vegas is a must-see celebration of the Kings timeless music and legacy. Dont miss it!

GOOD TIMES - A tribute to Nile Rodgers and Chic Good Times go to every length to capture the raw funk, soul & disco dynamics of Nile Rodgers music and bring it to life on stage with a full 90-minute stage show. This energy-packed experience comes complete with dazzling sequins, stylish outfits, engaging crowd interactions, and all the signature elements that make the Good Times experience unforgettable for fans. It is this attention to detail that makes Good Times the most authentic tribute band on the circuit today. Their setlist is a celebration of timeless classics, featuring hits like Good Times, Le Freak, and Everybody Dance, alongside iconic productions for Sister Sledge, Diana Ross, David Bowie, Daft Punk, and many more! Good Times will have you on the dance floor all night long. The show is not affiliated with or endorsed by Nile Rodgers & Chic

Introducing a powerhouse group that pays homage to the timeless sounds of soul and Motown! This talented ensemble has been captivating audiences for years. With an impressive vocal range that brings the greatest of the genre to life, they deliver unforgettable performances that resonate with fans of all ages. Currently touring the UK, they bring their high-energy shows to venues across the country, creating an electric atmosphere that keeps people on their feet. Their deep connection to music - as well as each other - shines through in every show, making them a must-see act. Book them now to experience the magic of soul and Motown like never before! Hits include: Heard It Through The Grapevine, Dancing On The Ceiling, Just My Imagination, My Girl, Love Train, Standing In The ShadowsOf Love, Rhythm of The Night, Temptations Medley, Love Machine , Aint No Stoppin Us Now & many more.

Break the Rules ft John Coghlan (Original Status Quo Drummer) Founded in 2022, Break The Rules are one of the most exciting Status Quo tributes around. Dan, Ryan, Lewis and Aidan have all been huge Quo fans from a young age and capture the energy & power of Quos iconic 70s frantic four line-up. Expect Quo hits & classics played energetically & enthusiastically John Coghlan joined Francis Rossi and Alan Lancaster in their newly-formed band The Spectres in 1962. The group went through a series of name changes, including Traffic Jam, before becoming Status Quo in the late 60s when Rick Parfitt also joined the line-up. In the years that followed, a string of chart-topping hits, including Down Down; Caroline, Rocking All Over the World and Whatever You Want, defined a generation. Don't miss out on this epic show!

Europe's only tribute to Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Two great live bands that are so closely tied together by the great Stevie Nicks. Hear and see all of both bands classic songs along with The Traveling Wilburys and Stevie Nicks collaborations plus many more. A full two hour show from two titanic bands and one iconic female singer in one great evenings entertainment all performed by The Fleetwood Mac & Tom Petty Legacy.

International Abba Tribute Take A Chance On Us ! Back by popular demand after its previous sell out show with its fabulous New Theatre Show for 2026 ! Bringing you a little something of everything !! Featuring elements of . Voyage , Mamma Mia the Musical , Mamma Mia the party & Mamma Mia The Concert . The magic of ABBA continues over 50 years after they won the Eurovision Song Contest and launched themselves around the world!Take A Chance On Us bring you all of ABBAs greatest hits and even a few you may introduce you to a few you may not know in this ultimate party night dedicated to a night of nostalgia!With incredible live musicians, stunning vocals, replica costumes and plenty of audience participation this show is guaranteed to have you dancing in your seats, in the aisles and then all the way home!So grab your dancing shoes and dancing queens and join us for an unmissable night celebrating the music of one of the best loved groups of all timefancy dress is optional but always encouraged!

This Is Floyd is a tribute band faithfully performing songs from the Pink Floyd catalogue from the late 60s to the present day and bringing to stages around the country the flavour of their final gigs played in the late 1980s and early 1990s. As of 2025, the band's personnel is made up of 5 to 8 members.

Swanage Drama Company and friends present Another Night at The Mowlem to help raise 6,000 Following the success of A Night at The Mowlem in 2025, Swanage Drama Company and friends are back in 2026 to present Another Night at The Mowlem. This year, to raise 6,000 for Curtain tracks, the show will host a variety of local talent, including The Swanage School, Mow-Town, a band made up from the more musical staff at The Mowlem, alongside Swanage Drama Company, Swanage Musical Theatre Company and more! Save our Curtains - The Mowlem theatre rig is checked annually by contractors to ensure the high safety standards are met. The tracks were identified as needing to be replaced last October within 12 months due to their age. A crucial part of every show is the role of our big red curtains. Without them, the show cannot go on!

Join Bournemouth Concert Brass for a fun-filled and patriotic afternoon celebrating the much-loved traditions ofThe Last Night of the Proms. Bring your flags, whistles, and best singing voices and be part of the atmosphere as the band performs a wide-ranging programme of music to suit all tastes. From stirring classics to light-hearted favourites, theres something for everyone to enjoy. The concert builds to the traditional Last Night of the Proms finale, featuring Fantasia on British Sea Songs, Jerusalem, and, of course, Elgars rousing Land of Hope & Glory a perfect chance to sing along and celebrate in true Proms style.

Performing to sell out venues for over 20 years, 'The Upbeat Beatles' have more than earned their reputation as the finest tribute to the music of the Beatles. Paying homage to the greatest band in history, 'The Upbeat Beatles' take you through the whole of the Beatles' career; from the early days of 'Beatlemania' (She Loves You, I Want To Hold Your Hand) across the Atlantic to conquer the USA (Help!, Ticket To Ride), through the 'Summer of Love' and Psychedelia (Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Strawberry Fields Forever) then finally down the 'Long and Winding Road' to the end of the 1960's, for the Beatles' final live performance as a group (Get Back, Come Together). With authentic instruments, costume changes, multimedia, and featuring an ensemble cast of professional musicians with West End experience, this is a two-hour spectacular show not to be missed, for Beatles fans new and old!

Tony Christie is a legendary English singer and International hit maker. He has recorded million selling albums and singles, performed in the world’s best-known arenas and major festivals including Glastonbury and has found fame all around the world in a career that spans five decades.

A fast, forensic show of big ideas and gag-dense overthinking from one of the nation’s sharpest stand-ups. Rhys has made a discovery that could fix everything. It’s been staring him in the face the whole time, in a mirror held behind his head. If he can ignore his own problems for long enough, he might just be able to solve yours. Star of TLC’s Mock The Week and BBC Radio 4’s Rhysearch, also seen furrowing his brow on QI, Live At The Apollo and his viral U&Dave lecture, ‘I Stalk Strangers Online’.

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.

A quick-witted, unexpected and unapologetic insight into life in midlife. Combining Cally’s comedic and storytelling prowess with extracts from her provocative, stereotype-busting book of the same name, the show has at its heart her own story of radical reinvention - taking her from meetings in boardrooms to treading the boards, thanks to a chance conversation with the late, great Joan Rivers. A funny show about a deadly serious subject, Namaste Motherf★ckers is a celebration of and for the female of the species. Invisible no more. The show has just celebrated an Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 sell-out, and it will include a Q&A and meet-and-greet with Cally (who knows, Jeff the wonder dog may even be there too).

Join Castle Voices choir for The Swanage BIG SING, a unique concert where YOU become part of the choir. With lyrics projected on a large screen and a hall full of voices singing together, this is your chance to experience the thrill of performing - no experience required. Castle Voices is a vibrant community rock choir bringing together people of all ages and abilities from across the Isle of Purbeck who share a love of singing. Founded in Corfe Castle in 2013 and named after the iconic Purbeck landmark, the choir has grown from a small local group into a thriving musical community that rehearses weekly at The Mowlem and performs an eclectic mix of rock and pop favourites. For this special event, Castle Voices will be joined by special guests Kelp! Shanty Singers and VoiceWaves Youth Choir, with the massed choir backed by The Purbeck Youth Tradfolk Collective and a live local band. Together with the audience, theyll raise the roof with a feel-good set of sing-along classics; from500 MilesandLean on MetoAfrica, and much more besides. Organiser and musical director Rebecca Field-Bunney hopes the evening will create the largest choir Swanage has ever seen. The BIG SING is all about bringing people together through music. You dont need to be a singer - just come along, join in and experience the magic of many voices singing together. Its going to be a really special night. Expect a spectacular evening that celebrates community, music and the joy of singing together - a magical night of fun and unforgettable moments unlike anything The Mowlem has heard before.

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 Whispering Dome is an award-winning concert-adventure that follows a single nightingale on her epic migration from the UK to The Gambia. Blending early and contemporary music with immersive multimedia projections, the performance imagines the human music rising from the lands she flies over from medieval Europe to North Africa and West Africa. Five exceptional performers draw on European early music, Moroccan Gnawa Sufi traditions and West African Griot song, weaving ancient love songs, pilgrims tales, bird songs and new choral works into a rich, border-crossing sound world. Originally commissioned by Brighton Early Music Festival, The Whispering Dome won the 2024 REMA (European Early Music Network) award for Extra-European Project of the Year. Jeremy Avis - voice, harpsichord Sam Stadlen - viol Simo Lagnawi - gimbri, voice Suntou Susso - kora, voice Rebecaa Askew - voice Tim Dickinson - voice Hannah Ely - voice Purbeck Arts Choir Singers from Stoborough and Swanage Primary Schools

Do you like your history with the nasty bits left in? Come and meet mega-selling illustrator and author Martin Brown as he celebrates the phenomenal Horrible Histories series in a fun-filled event full of foul facts and live illustration - with a touch of awful audience involvement thrown in. A fact-tastic show for the whole family where Martins passion for drawing is simply infectious. Bio: Martin Brown Martin Brown is probably best known for being the illustrator of the phenomenally successful Horrible Histories series, which, after 30 years and 30 million copies sold, has become award winning stage and TV shows, exhibitions, visitor attractions, games and even a movie. Martin has also written and illustrated the Lesser Spotted Animals books, and Nell and the Cave Bear, and Nell and the Cave Bear The Journey Home, his first dabbles with fiction.

'Not Just Fart Noises - The Beatbox Experience for all the family with World Champion Beatboxer Bass6'

A fun and friendly feel-good vocal workshop, singing for wellbeing. Step onto the Mowlem stage and discover the power of your voice. Join choir leader Rebecca Field-Bunney for a relaxed, uplifting one-hour workshop exploring how singing can support wellbeing, calm your mind, energise your body and lift your mood. Through group singing, breathing exercises, brain training games and posture techniques, youll learn how to centre yourself, release tension, and experience the joy of making sound together. No singing experience is needed, and you dont need to be able to read music - just bring your voice and a willingness to have a go. Singing in a group has been shown to boost mood, improve wellbeing, and create a powerful sense of connection. This friendly session is a chance to pause, raise your voice, and release those feel-good endorphins, all on the fabulous stage at The Mowlem. Come along, take a breath, and let your voice lift you!

Love singing? Want to try something new? Join Rebecca Field-Bunney for a fun, one-hour VoiceWaves vocal workshop for ages 8 to 18 years on the Mowlem stage. Youll learn exciting songs, build harmonies, and experience the power of singing together, all on the Mowlem stage. Its a relaxed fun taster session for anyone thinking about joining the choir just come along, give it a go and have a great fun filled hour singing on stage! Turn the music up and find your voice with VoiceWaves.

Princess Buttercup is chosen by the nasty Prince Humperdinck to be his bride but her heart belongs to the farm boy Westley. The princess' kidnapping prompts the return of Westley, now a pirate, and launches a series of swashbuckling adventures, after which true love can prevail. William Goldman's heavily ironic fairy tale is given a spirited treatment by the director of Stand By Me and an enthusiastic troupe.

Experience the shared joy, ease, and pleasure of poetry at our Words to Inspire Poetry Workshop. Whether youre a total beginner or a seasoned writer, this supportive introductory session brings ancient and modern verses to life as a unique lens for self-discovery. Hosted by the team behind the weekly 'Words To Inspire' radio show, this collaborative exploration makes poetry accessible to everyone. Join us at The Mowlem for an inspiring workshop of connection and creativity!

Experience THE Sixties show with multiple award winning band The Zoots featuring award winning band members Charlie T Gregory on drums, Jamie Goddard on vocals on guitar, Harriet Lowther on vocals and percussion, Peter Emery on lead guitar. THE ZOOTS are here to make your whole family bop to the '60s beats that everybody loves - with legendary music by The Beatles, The Stones, The Monkees, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Searchers, The Small Faces, The Who, The Drifters, The Isley Brothers, The Four Seasons, Neil Diamond, Elvis and 60 something songs from your favourite 60s artists.Feel the groove that's thrilling audiences of stage and screen, in more than 30 countries! Discover why national critics call THE ZOOTS "impressive", "authentic", & "impossible not to like"! https://vimeo.com/thezoots/1960s The keyword for the Zoots is fun - they never stand still for a moment and with a brilliant combination of slick and well polished Shadows-style moves, make up and costume changes, switches of instruments and a backdrop of relevant video throughout, they create a show that entertains wonderfully. N2 Arts & Entertainment review

Destination Opera is a Dorset based opera company dedicated to bring world class opera into communities and breaking down barriers and stereotypes. We place particular emphasis on participation whether it be 140 school aged children performing a complete Mozart opera in Sherborne Abbey or a massed community chorus performing opera choruses in the High Angle Battery, Portland.

Perfect for all those curious, this guided tour offers a rare look behind the curtain at The Mowlem. Explore backstage areas, learn how productions are created, and experience the theatre from a whole new angle. A family-friendly Find Molly the M and Friends activity is also available for children visiting behind the scenes!