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Autumn 2016 - 2017
Por tsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square, PO1 2AB Managed by Portsmouth Cultural Trust Registered Charity Number: 1153358
Johnny Cash Roadshow 15th September
events 2016-18
The UK’s No1 celebration of Johnny Cash, fronted by award winning singer/ songwriter Clive John, re-creates with astounding accuracy and truly captures the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show!
Kindly note that all ticket prices include a booking fee and venue restoration.
£20.90 - £23.10
The Jive Aces 20th September
The King of Pop 28th September
Having become the first ever band to reach the semi finals of Britain’s Got Talent in 2012, following up with a performance for Her Majesty The Queen as part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations, The Jive Aces have truly established themselves as the UK’s top Jive & Swing band.
Navi is regarded as the world’s No.1 MJ tribute artist and was hand-picked by Michael himself as his official body double. Michael also hired Navi to perform at two of his birthday parties where he gave him a standing ovation and described his performance as “Incredible”.
£15.50
£19.20 - £36.80
THE Milton MILTONGlee GLEEChoir CHOIR The 2NDOctober OCTOBER 2nd / 11th December
Jamie T 3rd October
The Milton Glee Club is a Portsmouth based Choir, founded in 1948 by the late Stanley Mortimore. It began with a small group of singers drawn mainly from St. James Church, Milton in Portsmouth and has grown to its present membership of 100+ drawn from the greater Portsmouth area.
Back with a brand new album, one of the most distinctive voices in British music Jamie T comes to Portsmouth Guildhall on the ‘Trick Tour 2016.
£6.50 - £14.20
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£28
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Sigma - DJ SET 8th October
Professor Brian Cox - Live 15th October
SIGMA return to Portsmouth for Mutiny Festival’s big reunion party! Plus very special guests!
Brian Cox will take audiences on a dazzling journey through space and time, delving into ‘high science’ and freewheeling on the edges of the known cosmos. Get up close and personal with the man himself with an interview hosted by his The Infinite Monkey Cage co-host Robin Ince.
The chart topping duo are one of the hottest groups in dance music today fresh off a huge headline tour straight onto the summer festival circuit!
£17
£33
Level 42 18th October
Australian Pink Floyd Show 20th October
Following on from the very successful Sirens shows of 2014 and 2015, Level 42 have announced that they will be hitting the road once again in October 2016 for a tour of the UK in support of their new ‘Sirens II’ EP. See the band play a host of their greatest hits as well as new material.
Selling 4 million tickets worldwide and described by The Times as “The Gold Standard” and The Daily Mirror as “Kings of the Genre”, The Australian Pink Floyd Show gave its first ever concert in 1988. Since then, they have performed in over 35 countries worldwide; played at David Gilmour’s 50th birthday celebration and were even joined on stage by Rick Wright.
£30.80 Shane Filan 22nd October
£31.35 - £43.45 Musical Box (PeterGabriel -authorisedGenesisTribute) 24th October
Westlife frontman Shane Filan has announced the second leg of his major indoor UK tour for October 2016. In the wake of the huge success of the ‘Right Here’ album the Irish pop sensation will be giving fans the opportunity to see him perform Westlife favourites as well as his own recent tracks.
The exclusive, authorised by Peter Gabriel recreation of Genesis’s ‘Selling England By The Pound’. Using original production sets, props projection & lights provided by Genesis, these performances are revered as the original Genesis tours from 40 years ago.
£36.25 - £55.50
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£36.25 - £51.15
Jamie Lawson 26th October
The Next Step 28th October
Last year, Jamie was announced as the first signing to Ed Sheeran’s own label Gingerbread Man Records. In the whirlwind that followed, Jamie toured with Ed across the world, went from playing to 150 people at London’s Barfly to supporting One Direction on their final full UK arena tour.
Wild Rhythm Tour (Step 2) stars from Lost & Found Music Studios enhance action-packed show with exclusive live musical performances. The cast of hit series The Next Step are stepping back into the spotlight this Autumn. Bringing incredible dances to the stage that will leave the audience in awe.
£19.80
£31.85 - £44.50
Rev-Pro Wrestling 30th October
Jools Holland 3rd November
See live what the rest of the world can only see on TV as Portsmouth’s premier venue plays host to Europe’s most exciting wrestling producers as Revolution Pro Wrestling explodes into The Guildhall, Portsmouth on Thursday June 2nd with a great bill of wrestling action for all the family.
Musical master of ceremonies Jools Holland and his much loved Rhythm & Blues Orchestra have announced the run of dates and special guests of their 2016 Autumn/Winter UK tour.
£11.75 - £22.50
£32.45 - £40.70
Peter Asher & Albert Lee 5th November
Alfie Boe & Michael Ball 8th November
As one half of Peter & Gordon, Peter Asher’s voice “literally soared through Carnegie Hall” (Fox News), while Albert Lee has been called “the ultimate virtuoso” by Eric Clapton. Influenced from their earliest days as musicians, Peter Asher and Albert Lee bring their first series of shows together as a duo.
Two of the greatest voices in the world, the nation’s leading musical theatre star, Michael Ball and the nation’s favourite tenor, Alfie Boe, are joining forces for the first time, to record a brand new album as well as take to the stage for a unique UK headline tour.
£22.50
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£39 - £72
Queen Extravaganza 14th November
Gabrielle 15th November
Created and produced by Queen’s Roger Taylor, the Queen Extravaganza returns to the UK to play a special tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s iconic album, ‘A Night At The Opera’, long viewed as one of the greatest rock albums of all time, which produced such classic tracks as, ‘You’re My Best Friend’ and ‘Love of My Life’.
Following incredible performances supporting the legendary Michael Bolton on his nationwide tour, one of the UK’s most loved singer-songwriters Gabrielle has announced a string of UK shows. Gabrielle will head out with her stripped back band performing her greatest hits.
£31.85 - £51.65
£28 - £33.50
Black Stone Cherry 21st November
Chase And Status 25th November
This time around, instead of playing big arenas, the band are undertaking an extensive run of dates in more intimate settings. The tour is dubbed ‘Experience Kentucky: An Evening With Black Stone Cherry.’
Chase & Status’ acclaimed live show is phenomenal and unrivalled. They have toured and performed at arenas and festivals across the globe, including headlining festival stages at Glastonbury, Reading & Leeds and Global Gathering.
£31.30
£29.65
Julia Fordham 27th November
Levellers 2nd December
After her sold out Porcelain 25 tour, internationally acclaimed singer songwriter Julia Fordham is back. Perfoming a selection of fan favourites, LITERALLY! Her “Live By Request” show will include songs requested in advance by YOU. Julia has decided to reach out and ask her fans what songs they might like to have added to the set.
Brighton folk punk band Levellers will play their classic album “Levelling The Land” in full plus other hits on a mammoth UK tour supported by Ferocious Dog to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the release of their second full-length, and now classic, album.
£26 - £36
Registered charity number: 1153358
£28
Darts - DJ Shop Untouchables 3rd December
Frank Turner 14th December
The greatest darts players there has ever been including Phil Taylor and Michael Van Gerwen are on a collision course to meet at Portsmouth’s showpiece darts event ‘The DJ Shop Untouchables’, which is organised and promoted by MODUS Sports Events annually.
Frank Turner returns to Portsmouth for the final date of his UK tour. Expect a big celebration as this will be Frank’s 2000th show, just down the road from his home town of Winchester.
£27.50 - £78
£29.10
Portsmouth Beer Festival 16-17th December
The Osmonds - Christmas Extravaganza 18th December
A festive edition of the ever popular Portsmouth Beer Festival. Over 120 seasonal cask ales plus discover our keg bar, cider bar, and bottled beer bar! Complete with incredible live music and games. The perfect Christmas event!
Due to overwhelming public demand and to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year Tony Denton Promotions are proud to announce the return of the The Andy Williams Christmas Extravaganza with The Osmonds singing their greatest hits.
£11.75 Jason Donovan 19th December
£30.75 - £38.45 Swan Lake & The Nutcracker 9-11th January 2017
Due to phenomenal demand, Jason Donovan has announced 8 brand new dates for December which will conclude his sold-out 33-date spring Ten Good Reasons and Greatest Hits Tour.
£39 - £55.50
The Russian State Ballet and Orchestra of Siberia return to Portsmouth Guildhall for special performances of the two greatest ballets of all time: Swan Lake and The Nutcracker.
£9.50 - £36.50
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The Bob Dylan Story 15th January 2017
Flatley’s Lord Of The Dance 20-22nd January 2017
The Bob Dylan Story lovingly and authentically recreates the many songs that made Dylan the living legend he is today, the way we all remember hearing them. Experience the thrill and energy of a Dylan concert from the1960s.
Following the phenomenal success of the 2015 UK tour, Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Games is excited to announce a return to the UK in 2017 for a 23 city Nationwide tour. Fresh from hugely successful runs in the West End, Broadway, Europe and the Southern Hemisphere.
£44 - £47.85
£20.30 - £22.50 Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 24th January 2017
Ben Portsmouth is Elvis 11th February 2017
The world’s ultimate homage to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the stage from October 2016 for their landmark ‘Hits to Blues World Tour’. Encompassing nearly five decades of legendary music and channeling the spirit of one of the most loved bands of all time.
Returning after a sold out show Internationally renowned as one of the best Elvis tribute acts in the world, Ben Portsmouth will bring his unique style and charisma to Portsmouth and will show why he is regarded as the best in the business.
£26.35 - £36.80
£25.85 - £27.50
Mike & The Mechanics 25th March 2017
Rick Astley 6th April 2017
Mike & The Mechanics, who have sold over 10 million records worldwide – announce their nationwide ‘Word of Mouth Tour 2017’, an epic run of 30 concerts in February/March.
Pop Icon and multi-million selling artist Rick Astley has announced a brand new 17 date tour for March and April 2017. This follows what’s already been a whirlwind year for Rick Astley; including hitting number 1 with his latest album ‘50’.
£36.25 - £41.75
enquiries@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk
£25.25 - £39
Remembering Fred 6th April 2017
EXHIBITION by Tanya Wood Aspex Guildhall
Starring Strictly Come Dancing stars Aljaz Skorjanec and Janette Manrara, ‘Remembering Fred’ is an exciting new show, from the producer of Darcey Bussell’s & Katherine Jenkins’ Viva La Diva. ‘Remembering Fred’ will feature song and dance and celebrate the legacy of one of Hollywood’s true screen legends and entertainers: Fred Astaire.
Drawing is Tanya’s passion and helps her make sense of the world. These pencil drawings direct attention to the overlooked and common place through close observation and meticulous rendering of surface, places and spaces. They are an act of mindfulness; every detail and imperfection is faithfully transcribed.
£21.95 - £61 Portsmouth Music Experience
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The Portsmouth Music Experience features spectacular touring exhibitions and visitors are also able to enjoy rooms that reflect on Portsmouth music and the history of music at the Guildhall. Featuring recollections of outrageous stories from moments such as when The Beatles played in the Guildhall to Pink Floyd premiering Dark Side of the Moon in 1972.Telling stories of artists, venues and audiences - this is a unique exhibition for anyone who loves music.
Guildhall Participate Get Into Music: Our skills and development programme for 14-24 year olds who are interested in pursuing a career in the offstage side of the music industry. A variety of industry days, seminars, creative choices day’s are available. EVOLVE: Is a pilot project which aims to address a lack of inclusive arts and cultural provision for children, young people and adults with special educational needs and disabilities as well as those on the autistic spectrum. With workshops for families, parent workshops and holiday workshops available, check out our website and events with the logo: Recharge: Singing for aged 55+. Fridays 10am. £3 per person with tea & cake. Singing makes you feel great! It exercises your heart and lungs. No auditions necessary and there is no need to read music so come along and join in the feel good sessions.
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Isle Of Wight Festival Exhibition From 1st Oct. £3 / £2.50 concessions
The legendary Isle of Wight Festivals of 1968, 1969 and 1970, are the subject of the latest exhibition at the Portsmouth Music Experience, featuring posters, photographs, ephemera and memorabilia from those three remarkable events. The original Isle Of Wight Festival marked a turning point for music history in the UK and is still do this day seen as the benchmark for all UK festivals.This exhibition tells the story behind one of history’s most unique public gatherings, synonymous with performances from music legends Jimi Hendrix, The Who and Jethro Tull. Mysteries of the Guildhall: Tours. £3 per person. See the hidden secrets of this iconic building in the heart of Portsmouth.Visit corners of the building not open to the public, including the backstage areas and dressing rooms, where stars have prepared for shows & more. Top Banana Circus: 8-12 years. Saturday term time. Circus skills are fun, physical and challenging, so join us for our circus workshops.Whether it’s juggling, diabolo, tightwire, clowning or performance, you’ll learn something new and have a great time doing it. We also offer bespoke workshops for schools and community groups, both in and out of the building. Contact Hayley from our Guildhall Participate team for more details about how you can work with us: 02393 870 193 hayley.reay@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk Guildhall Participate activities are supported through generous sponsorship from:
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Live Comedy @ Portsmouth Guildhall Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club 14 Oct, 12 Nov, 23 Dec
Catherine Tate Show Live 19 Nov
Bringing you comedians off the telly from such shows as Mock The Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow etc. Each show has four comics including MC Damion Larkin ‘One of the country’s top new comedians’ BBC. Previously they’ve booked the likes of Jason Manford, John Bishop & Sarah Millican before . they hit it big.
Phil McIntyre Entertainments Proudly Presents the critically acclaimed, award-winning comedian and actor Catherine Tate, who will take ‘The Catherine Tate Show - Live’ across the country this autumn, with a 21 date UK tour.
25 Years of Reeves and Mortimer 6th December
Kevin Bloody Wilson 7th December
£17 - £20.30
Reeves and Mortimer are an English comedy duo that have been entertaining the British public for years and years. A double act that has stood the test of time (so far!), they continue to leave us in stitches to this day.
£32.95 - £39 Jimmy Carr 13 Dec, 25 Feb 2017
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.
£32.95 - £39
The Kevin Bloody Wilson show is not just a concert performance; for most, it’s a full on event and an opportunity to tick from your bucket-list, a chance to see Australia’s most unique international comedy legend.
£32.45 Greg Davies 29-30 September 2017 Greg Davies, BAFTA nominated star of Cuckoo, Man Down, The Inbetweeners and Taskmaster, is back with his first stand up show in four years. Join “undoubtedly one of the kingpins of British comedy” (Evening Standard) on his biggest ever tour. Come witness the magnificent beast . that is Greg Davies. £30.75
£30.25 Portsmouth Guildhall, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth, PO1 2AB
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Power & Glory - 5th Oct Rachmaninov Revisited - 27th Oct
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BSO LISTINGS
Romance & Revelry - 10th Nov Hammer Blows - 24th Nov
Fireworks from Armenia - 8th Dec Last Night of the Xmas Proms - 22nd Dec Sweeping Sibelius - 12th Jan 2017 Back In The USSR - 26th Jan 2017 Out of Dresden - 23rd Feb 2017 Heroes & Legends - 9th Mar 2017 Song & Dance - 23rd Mar 2017 Rococo & Revolution - 7th Apr 2017 See below for individual and season ticket prices
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Portsmouth Chamber Music Series Benyounes Quartet - 10 Oct Van Kuijk Quartet - 7th Nov Ensemble 360 - 30 Jan
MUSIC IN THE PiattiROUND Quartet w/ Krzysztof Chorzelski LISTINGS Lawson Piano Trio - 20 Feb (Viola) - 13 Mar
Trio Apaches - 24 Apr BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRICES: Individual tickets: £16 - £31.25. Kids for £1. Series discounts available*: 12 concerts 40% // 9-11 concerts 30% // 6-8 concerts 20% // 3-5 concerts 10%.
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Listings September 2016 - 2017 September
Thu
6
25 Years of Reeves & Mortimer
Thu
15
Johnny Cash Roadshow
Wed
7
Kevin Bloody Wilson
Tue
20
Jive Aces
Thu
8
BSO: Fireworks From Armenia
Wed
28
The King of Pop
Sun
11
Milton Glee Club Xmas Concert
Tue
13
Jimmy Carr
Fri
16
Portsmouth Xmas Beer Festival
October Sat
1
EVOLVE: Family Workshop
Sun
18
The Osmonds Xmas Extravaganza
Sun
2
The Milton Glee Choir
Mon
19
Jason Donovan
Mon
3
Jamie T
Thu
22
BSO: Last Night of the Xmas Proms
Wed
5
BSO: Power & Glory
Fri
23
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club
Sat
8
Sigma - DJ Set
Mon
10
Benyounes Quartet
January 2017
Fri
14
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club
Sat
7
EVOLVE: Family Workshop
Sat
15
Professor Brian Cox Live
Mon
9-10
Russian State Ballet: Swan Lake
11
Russian State Ballet:The Nutcracker
Tue
18
Level 42: Sirens II Tour
Wed
Thu
20
The Australian Pink Floyd Show
Thu
12
BSO: Sweeping Sibelius
Sat
22
Shane Filan
Sun
15
The Bob Dylan Story
Mon
24
The Musical Box: Genesis Tribute
Fri
20-22
Wed
26
Jamie Lawson
Lord Of The Dance: Dangerous Games
Thu
27
BSO: Rachmaninov Revisited
Tue
24
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Fri
28
The Next Step
Thu
30
BSO: Ensemble 360
November
February 2017 Sat
11
Ben Portsmouth is Elvis
Mon
20
Lawson Piano Trio
Thu
23
BSO: Out Of Dresden
Sat
25
Jimmy Carr
Thu
3
Jools Holland & His R’n’B Orchestra
Sat
5
Peter Asher & Albert Lee
Mon
7
Van Kuijk Quartet
Tue
8
Alfie Boe & Michael Ball - Together
Thu
10
BSO: Romance & Revelry
March 2017
Sat
12
Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club
Thu
9
BSO: Heroes & Legends
Mon
14
Queen Extravaganza
Mon
13
Piatti Quartet w Krzysztof Chorzelski
Tue
15
An Evening With Gabrielle
Thu
23
BSO: Song & Dance
Sat
19
The Catherine Tate Show - Live
Sat
25
Mike & The Mechanics
Sun
20
Gymfusion Live
Mon
21
An Evening With Black Stone Cherry
Thu
24
BSO: Hammer Blows
Fri
25
Chase And Status
Sun
27
Julia Fordham
December Fri
2
Levellers
Sat
3
Darts: DJ Shop 2016 Untouchables
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