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The Old Courts

The Old Courts is a 69,000 square foot not-for-profit multi-arts venue which aims to bring innovative art, music, comedy, dance and spoken word to Wigan. It currently houses an art gallery, artist studios, two music venues, a 200 capacity theatre, bars, band practice rooms and cellar cinema with plans to have an art café in the near future. Our building was built in 1887 and retains much of its original charm, including a Victorian courtroom and adjoining prison cells. All ticket, drinks, venue hire, and donation money go back into the project.

What's On @ The Old Courts

China Crisis

China Crisis

2 May 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Eddie Lundon and Gary Daly are the founder members of the band which started in Kirkby, Merseyside back in 1979. China Crisis found major success in the UK with five Top 40 singles, ten Top 50 singles and three Top 40 albums and hits across Australia, Europe and the Americas. The band are known for their string of hit singles, including African & White, Christian, Working with Fire and Steel, Black Man Ray and Wishful Thinking, The RETROspective tour will see the band performing these classics alongside songs from all of their seven studio albums. - Eddie Lundon - Gary Daly - Jack Hymers (keys) - Eric Animan (sax)
The South

The South

2 May 2025 - 6 Dec 2025

The South are an impressive 9-piece band that features former members of The Beautiful South, including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles. They play the songs made famous by The Beautiful South and bring back the full flavour and arrangements with this exciting live band. The South are keeping alive all those timeless songs such as A Little Time, Perfect 10, Rotterdam, Old Red Eyes is Back, Good as Gold, Don’t Marry Her, plus many more singles and album track; these songs span an impressive 20-year career starting way back in 1989!
Absolute Bowie

Absolute Bowie

10 May 2025 - 11 Apr 2026

There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions. Absolute Bowie, Europe's Finest David Bowie Tribute continue to celebrate the life and music of the Starman with a spectacular show uniting Bowie fans across the UK.
Stillmarillion

Stillmarillion

10 May 2025 - 13 Sept 2025

StillMarillion are the established tribute to the Fish Era of British prog rock legends Marillion. Covering the first four classic albums and associated tracks of the era, the focus is on the music and recapturing the live experience of songs that are rarely if at all performed by Fish or Marillion anymore. Fronted by vocalist Martin Jakubski, who also features in original Marillion guitarist Steve Rothery's solo band. The band features a high calibre of experienced musicians who have played with the likes of Abel Ganz and former Iron Maiden singer Paul Dianno.
Glory Days: Bruce Springsteen Tribute
Glory Days are the UK's number one Bruce Springsteen tribute band. The band has been playing for more than a decade and is made up of Springsteen fans who wanted to capture the live Springsteen experience - no lookalikes, just the music! The full E-Street, eight piece line-up will take you on a blast down Thunder Road playing all the 'classics' on the way. They are more than likely to throw in a few choice album tracks too! These boys & girls will rock for over three hours (when they're allowed) and give you that Bruce experience you thought you just couldn't get anymore. Their sets have included just about everything over the years and you will always be treated to a great mix of songs, from Jungleland and Thunder Road to The River and Promised Land, they pick from the best back catalogue around. When The Boss stays home, Glory Days will give you what you need... Jersey style!
Pink Floydian

Pink Floydian

7 Jun 2025 - 7 Feb 2026

A Pink Floydian show is much more than a gig, it is a faithful recreation of Floyd at their finest. Comprising some of the North West's finest musicians, close your eyes and Pink Floydian will take you back. From the lush landscapes of ‘Shine On You Crazy Diamond’ to the haunting refrain of ‘Great Gig In The Sky’, Pink Floydian will guide you on a magical journey through the illustrious recording career of the world’s most successful progressive rock band.
Bootleg Blondie

Bootleg Blondie

15 May 2025 - 26 Mar 2026

The official tribute to Debbie Harry and Blondie Endorsed by the real “Blondie” and having had the honour of being mentioned on the band’s latest studio album “Pollinator” this is the closest you’ll get to the real thing. Lead vocalist Debbie Harris has the looks, the voice & the attitude of the original Blondie bombshell & like her heroine is typically outrageous on stage! Featuring the hits: Heart of Glass, Denis’ Denis’, The Tide Is High, Sunday Girl, Hanging on the Telephone + many more!
The Jam'd: The Jam Tribute

The Jam'd: The Jam Tribute

9 May 2025 - 5 Dec 2025

The Jam’d are now the UK’s best known and most popular tribute to the live performance and sound of The Jam, and are totally committed to giving an unforgettable, authentic performance with all the energy, passion and style of the Woking 3. As full time touring professional musicians, and massive Jam fans, the band don’t “try to be” or “pretend to be” The Jam, but rather put on a performance from the heart and soul, drawing on all their memories, experiences and love of what was the country’s biggest band in their day. Gigging up and down the UK at outdoor festivals, scooter rallies and some of the UK’s top music venues & events! The show also includes the only replica of Rick Bucklers ‘Great White’ drum kit & features their own brass section! You won’t be disappointed!

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