Season Guide
Autumn/Winter 2019/20
Box Office 0844 856 1111 wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
‘YOU’LL CRY WITH LAUGHTER AT
MUSICAL’ THE DAILY MAIL
SARAH JANE BUCKLEY JUDY HOLT
RUTH MADOC
SUE DEVANEY LISA MAXWELL
JULIA HILLS REBECCA STORM
WITH A FABULOUS COMPANY OF 20
Calendar Girls - The Musical by Gary Barlow & Tim Firth is the award-winning production based on the true story of the calendar girls - a group of ordinary ladies who achieved something extraordinary. This marvellous musical comedy which received fantastic five-star reviews in the West End now comes to Blackpool.
Starring Sarah Jane Buckley, Sue Devaney, Julia Hills, Judy Holt, Ruth Madoc, Lisa Maxwell, Rebecca Storm and a fabulous company of 20. Book now and don’t miss the show The Times described as ‘pure gold’.
@thegirlsmusical
‘IT’S GORGEOUS...IT’S A BEAUT’ The Telegraph
Tue 15 to Sat 19 Oct
Opera House Times Tue - Sat Eves 7.30pm, Wed, Thu & Sat Mats 2.30pm Tickets From £15.00 Group Rates Available Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
FEATURING HIT SONGS
HOT STUFF • IT’S RAINING MEN • FINALLY I LOVE THE NIGHTLIFE • I WILL SURVIVE GO WEST • GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN AND MORE!
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The iconic musical Priscilla Queen Of The Desert is coming to the Opera House, Blackpool. With more glitter than ever before, this smash-hit show features a dazzling array of stunning costumes, fabulous feathers and a non-stop parade of dance-floor classics including It’s Raining Men, I Will Survive, I Love The Nightlife and Finally! Previously announced Joe McFadden will play Tick/Mitzi, Laurence Olivier Award Winner Miles Western will take on the role
Mon 21 to Sat 26 Oct
as Bernadette and Nick Hayes will play Adam/Felicia. Based on the Oscar-winning film, Priscilla is the hilarious adventure of three friends who hop aboard a battered old bus bound for the Outback to put on the show of a lifetime. Their epic journey is a heart-warming story of self-discovery, sassiness and acceptance.
@PriscillaTourUK
Opera House Times Mon - Sat Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Mats 2.30pm Tickets From £17.00 Concessions & Group Rates Available Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
14/05/2019 16:35
Tue 29 Oct
Opera House 7.30pm
Sat 2 Nov
Opera House 7.30pm
Will Young Plus Special Guests
Sixties Gold
Will Young has spent the last two decades at the forefront of pop after bursting onto the scene in 2002. His expansive career has culminated in four Number 1 and two Number 2 chart topping albums, two BRIT Awards and four UK number one singles.
Sixties Gold 2019 returns with an even stronger line-up of artists that, between them, scored over 50 chart-topping UK hits. Starring Herman’s Hermits, The Merseybeats, Wayne Fontana & The Mindbenders, The Marmalade and Love Affair’s Steve Ellis. Re-live the magic of the 1960s with Five of the biggest chart acts of the decade.
@WillYoung
Tickets From £35.00
Tickets From £35.00
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Sun 3 Nov
Opera House 7.30pm
Wed 6 Nov
Opera House 7.30pm
Lenny Henry: Who Am I Again?
Jack Whitehall: Work In Progress
Lenny will take the audience through a jam session of stories both funny and sad - from growing up in the Black Country, puberty, school, friendship, family secrets and unashamed racism. With his mother’s mantra of ‘H’integration’ echoing in his ears, Lenny will recount setting out on his roller coaster ride of a career - but at every stage wondering: Am I good enough? Is this what they want?
Catch Jack Whitehall as he tries out new material for his upcoming arena tour. A great opportunity to catch Jack in at the Opera House, Blackpool. Show includes tour support. Jack is a joy to watch on stage and a comedian who is firmly on the road to becoming a global megastar, this show is not to be missed. Age Guidance 14+
Lenny will be interviewed by friend, broadcaster and author Jon Canter, for further insights into his life and career, followed by questions from the audience. Come and enjoy these honest and tender stories, told with a glorious sense of humour and help Lenny figure out ‘Who Am I Again?’ @LennyHenry
Tickets From £29.50
@jackwhitehall
Tickets From £29.50
Sat 9 Nov
Opera House 7.30pm
Sat 30 Nov
Empress Ballroom 7.00pm
S TA R R I N G
C HR I S CO N N OR LIVE
World Famous Elvis Show
Hits At Christmas
The World Famous Elvis Show - starring CHRIS CONNOR! Endorsed by The Telegraph - ‘The best Elvis tribute show in the World’
Following the continued success of the various Hits shows in the Opera House, Hits at Christmas will give children the opportunity to experience performing in Empress Ballroom, on a professional stage that has been home to many of the world’s biggest stars throughout the years.
With his 12-piece live band ‘THE STEELS’, & backing vocals by ‘The Sweet Harmonies’. A magnificent 2 hour theatre production, recreating 2 popular Elvis Presley concerts. Voted by the first-ever worldwide Elvis Presley fan poll as - The Greatest Elvis Tribute in the World! - awarded in Memphis. If you were not lucky enough to see Elvis live, you will walk away from this concert feeling that you have! Many Elvis fans are left emotionally moved when they leave this show! @mrchrisconnor
Tickets From £26.50
Tickets From £7.50 Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
DIRECT FROM THE WEST END!
STARRING
SAMANTHA WOMACK
BASED ON THE BEST-SELLING NOVEL BY PAULA HAWKINS AND DREAMWORKS FILM ADAPTED BY RACHEL WAGSTAFF & DUNCAN ABEL
WITH O L I V E R F A R N W O R T H DIRECTED BY A N T H O N Y B A N K S
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‘THIS IS A MUST. DON’T MISS IT’ whatsonstage
Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears. When Rachel learns that the woman she’s been secretly watching has suddenly disappeared, she finds herself as a witness and even a suspect in a thrilling mystery in which she will face bigger revelations than she could ever have anticipated.
Tue 19 to Sat 23 Nov
Adapted from Paula Hawkins’ novel – an international phenomenon selling over twenty million copies worldwide – and starring Samantha Womack (EastEnders, Game On, The Kingsman series) and Oliver Farnworth (Coronation Street, Hollyoaks), this gripping new play will keep you guessing until the final moment.
@GirlOnTheTrainPlay
Opera House Times Tue - Sat Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Mats 2.30pm Tickets From £15.00 Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111 Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
When Christmas comes under threat from a jolly man dressed in red, it’s up to one young boy to save the day – but can he save Christmas?
Fri 13 to Sun 29 December 2019 Fri
13 Dec
From Victorian villains to Medieval monks, Puritan parties to Tudor treats, join us on an hair-raising adventure through the history of Christmas in the company of Charles Dickens, Oliver Cromwell, King Henry VIII and St Nicholas as they all join forces to save the festive season!
Sat
14 Dec
2.00pm
7.00pm
Sun
15 Dec
11.00am
3.00pm
Mon
16 Dec
No Performances
Tue
17 Dec
10.00am
Wed
18 Dec
Thu
19 Dec
It’s a celebration of Christmas in the most wonderful, funny and moving way you’ll ever see!
Fri
20 Dec
Sat
21 Dec
2.00pm
7.00pm
Sun
22 Dec
11.00am
3.00pm
Mon
23 Dec
Tue
24 Dec
11.00am
Wed
25 Dec
No Performances
Thu
26 Dec
2.00pm
Fri
27 Dec
7.00pm
Sat
28 Dec
2.00pm
7.00pm
Sun
29 Dec
11.00am
3.00pm
Tickets
£15.00, £18.00, £20.00, £25.00, £29.00
Schools
All Tickets £9.25*
Includes one free teacher place for every 10 tickets purchased.
*
“This is that rare gem of a family show that genuinely appeals to all ages from four years old upwards.”
7.00pm
7.00pm 7.00pm
10.00am
7.00pm 7.00pm
7.00pm 3.00pm
@HHLiveOnStage
Manchester Theatre Awards
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FROM THE PRODUCERS OF DAVID WALLIAMS’ ‘GANGSTA GRANNY’
“WHAT A FANTASTIC SHOW! JUST THE RIGHT MIX OF HUMOUR,
FACTS ABOUT CHRISTMAS, SINGING & AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION.” Netmums
Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
Tue 31 Dec
Empress Ballroom 7.00pm
Back by popular demand One Night Only Christmas Party Night featuring the Midnight Soul Sisters
The night includes: Drink On Arrival 3 Course Meal Live Entertainment and After-Show DJ Saturday 14 December Contact Rebecca Thompson to book: T. 01253 629658 | E. rebecca@wgbpl.co.uk
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JOIN US TO CELEBRATE 2019 AND WELCOME IN 2020! IN THE STUNNING
EMPRESS BALLROOM The annual Winter Gardens New Year’s Eve Family Party has become a local tradition for many families. The event, in all the splendour of the Empress Ballroom, includes a Childrens Entertainer, DJ, Party Games, Live Band, Bouncy Castle and Competitions. The perfect way to ring in 2020!
@wgbpl
Tickets From £12.50
Tue 31 Dec
Spanish Suite 8.00pm
Mon 9 Mar
Opera House 7.30pm
New Year’s Eve Soul Party
Elvis Costello and The Imposters
What a great way to bring in the 2020 with DJ’s: Ginger Taylor, Richard Searling, Kev Roberts, Ozz, Chris Box, Pete Haigh, Jim Hargreaves & John Kane.
Elvis Costello and The Imposters will bring their new show to the UK for their first tour of the decade in February and March 2020, including a visit to the Opera House Blackpool.
2 Rooms of Soul! In the Spanish Hall: Classic Northern Soul & Motown. In the Renaissance: Disco & Modern Soul Anthems.
Tickets From £15.00
The tour is entitled Just Trust in answer to the musical questions: “Will they play my favourite song?,” or, “Are they going to frighten the horses with songs that are rarely performed and send some of their old nags off to pasture?” When ticket holders ask, “Can I expect the hits of yesteryear and those of tomorrow?”
Tickets From £50.00 Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
THE GLOBAL PHENOMENON RETURNS Phil McIntyre Entertainment, Queen Theatrical Productions and Tribeca Theatrical Productions present
‘A KIND OF MAGIC. SPECTACULAR.
MAGNIFICO!’ The Sun
‘AN EVENING OF SHEER ENTERTAINMENT AND ENJOYMENT.
THE SHOW SHOULD RUN FOREVER!’
‘A NEW BREED OF MUSICAL-
BRILLIANT’ BBC Newsnight
Daily Mirror
Guaranteed to blow your mind, this musical phenomenon is not to be missed! Since 2002 over 16 million theatergoers in 19 countries have thrilled to this awe-inspiring production. With 24 of Queen’s biggest hits delivered in a show that boasts the scale and spectacle that marked the bands’ legendary live performances.
Mon 6 to Sat 11 Jan
‘EXHILARATING AND GREAT FUN’ Time Magazine
‘UNMISSABLE...
A SUMPTUOUS PIECE OF MUSICAL THEATRE.
THE SHOW MUST GO ON, AND ON’ Capital Radio
@wwryglobal
Opera House Times Mon - Sat Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Mats 2.30pm Tickets From £17.00 Concessions & Group Rates Available Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
Photos of Previews Cast/Productions
The worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton returns to the UK. The multi-million-pound show dazzles all the senses in breath-taking style.
Treat your friends, family and loved ones to a Winter Gardens gift card and let them choose from a great range of shows and events, or simply to enjoy food and drink in the stunning Mazzei Café. Venue Gift Card The venue gift card can only be purchased in person from Box Office or the Mazzei Cafe, in denominations of up to £100.00. This gift card can be used in person at box office for shows and events, as well as in the bars and cafes located throughout the venue. Winter Gardens Blackpool eGift Card The eGift Card is available to purchase online in denominations of up to £250.00, these can be used online only for any show or event. Visit wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/your-visit/gift-cards
OPEN DAILY Escape the crowds and visit our elegant and relaxing cafĂŠ. Serving seasonal menus, light lunches, afternoon tea and snacks, homemade cakes and a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches.
*Subject to venues opening hours, check WGBPL.co.uk for opening times
Based on Baroness Maria von Trapp’s 1949 autobiography, this wonderfully lavish new staging of The Sound Of Music tells the true story of the world-famous singing family, from their romantic beginnings and search for happiness, to
Tue 18 to Sat 22 Feb
their thrilling escape to freedom as their beloved Austria becomes part of the Third Reich at the start of WWII. The unforgettable score features some of the most memorable songs ever performed on stage, including ‘Edelweiss’, ‘My Favorite Things’, ‘Do-Re-Mi’, ‘Climb Ev’ry Mountain’, and of course, the title song - ‘The Sound of Music’. Star casting to be announced soon.
Opera House Times Tue - Sat Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Mats 2.30pm Tickets From £19.00 Concessions Rates Available Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
Photos of previous cast
One of the greatest musicals of all time returns to the stage in a magnificent production to enchant and enthral the young and the young at heart.
JASON MANFORD STARS IN
FROM THE CREATORS OF CHICAGO & CABARET Music by JOHN KANDER
Lyrics by FRED EBB
Book by RUPERT HOLMES
Original Book and Concept by PETER STONE Additional Lyrics by JOHN KANDER & RUPERT HOLMES Directed by PAUL FOSTER
It’s murder putting on a new musical – literally! Jessica Cranshaw, star of the new Broadway-bound musical Robin Hood, has been murdered on stage on opening night! The entire cast and crew are suspects. Time to call in the local detective, Frank Cioffi, who just happens to be a huge musical theatre fan. With a nose for crime and an ear for music, Frank has his work cut out trying to find the killer whilst giving the show a lifeline. Starring Jason Manford (The Producers Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Guys and Dolls), Strictly Come Dancing winner
Tue 3 to Sat 7 Mar
Ore Aduba and Carly Stenson (Les Miserables, Legally Blonde, Shrek, Spamalot and Hollyoaks), this hilarious whodunnit is packed full of catchy songs, unforgettable characters and plot twists galore! From the creators of Cabaret & Chicago, this Tony award-winning backstage murder mystery musical will have audiences laughing and guessing right to the final curtain. @CurtainsUK #Curtains
Opera House Times Tue - Sat Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Mats 2.30pm Tickets From £15.00 Concessions & Group Rates Available Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
© 2010 and TM – David Walliams/HarperCollins Publishers Ltd/Tony Ross/Quentin Blake
David Walliams
Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the country! He has his own sports car, two crocodiles as pets and £100,000 a week pocket money! But what Joe doesn’t have is a friend. So he decides to leave his posh school and start at the local comp. But things don’t go as planned for Joe and life becomes a rollercoaster as he tries to find what money can’t buy!
Wed 11 to Sun 15 Mar
Billionaire Boy is produced by the Birmingham Stage Company, one of the World’s top theatre companies for families. Their acclaimed productions include David Walliams’ Gangsta Granny and Roald Dahl’s George’s Marvellous Medicine. They have also been producing Horrible Histories since 2005, including the record-breaking West End series Barmy Britain.
Opera House Times Wed - Sun Eves 7pm, Mats: See Events Diary Ticket From £15.00 Group Rates Available Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
Thu 2 Apr
Opera House 7.30pm
Sat 11 Apr
Opera House 7.30pm
Whitney:
Burn The Floor
Queen of the Night
with Kevin & Joanne Clifton
Direct from The West End, experience the ultimate Whitney Houston tribute show as it tours across the UK performing over 100 concerts every year!
Kevin Clifton is back with the BURN THE FLOOR cast in 2020…and this time Kevin will be joined by his sister Joanne Clifton!
Whitney - Queen of the Night is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. Taking audiences on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of nostalgic hits that include: I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I’m Every Woman, I Will Always Love You, My Love Is Your Love, So Emotional Baby, Run to You, Saving All My Love For You, How Will I Know, Million Dollar Bill, The Greatest Love Of All, and many more... @WhitneyTour
Tickets From £25.50
The famous siblings will tour together for the very first time and will play on their individual successes in an ‘Anything You Can Do…’ inspired theme. And what better way to do it than in the world’s leading Ballroom show BURN THE FLOOR! From seriously romantic Waltz, to a futuristic Foxtrot, the passion of the Tango and Paso Doble cut right through. You will revel in the emotional power of the Cha Cha, the Samba and Jive, and be left breathless by the smoking, irresistible Rumba.
@OfficialBTF
Tickets From £36.00
Important 2019/20 Dance Festival Dates for your Diary. The Winter Gardens Blackpool plays host to the world’s most significant & largest dance festivals in the stunning Empress Ballroom welcoming over 6000 competitors annually from over 60 countries across the globe.
2019 Freestyle Dance Championships 13 October 2019
Sequence Dance Festival 19 – 22 October 2019
British National Dance Championships 21 – 23 November 2019
2020 Junior Dance Festival 13 – 19 April 2020
Blackpool Dance Festival 16 – 29 May 2020 For more information and tickets visit blackpooldancefestival.com
Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
GHOST HUNTS ARE BACK!
Supernatural Events is returning to the Winter Gardens Blackpool throughout 2020, following the sell-out ghost tours and investigations throughout 2019. Much paranormal activity has been reported for many years within the famous complex and
now those brave souls who attend will get to investigate some amazing locations throughout the historic venue. Join us and discover for yourself what really goes on when the doors are locked, lights switched off and everyone else has left the building...
Sat 11 January: Spanish Suite | Thu 20 February: Empress Ballroom | Fri 13 March Olympia Fri 24 April: Opera House | Fri 8 May: Pavilion Theatre | Sat 20 June: Spanish Suite
www.supernaturalevents.co.uk
HERITAGE TOURS
Our knowledgeable and experienced guides
Tours will allow you to visit backstage of the
have many years’ experience at the venue and
Opera House and a chance to tread the boards
can offer a unique insight into our fascinating
so many famous feet have walked on before.
building. The grandeur of the Empress Ballroom will be These tours are one of the best ways to relive
explored whilst the often-overlooked Spanish
the history of the venue and visit areas not often
Suite will offer a unique insight into Blackpool’s
open to the public.
largest entertainment venue.
To find out about upcoming tours and book, visit wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Tours begin at 11.00am & 2.00pm
Tickets £10.00
*Please note the Winter Gardens is a working building and we cannot guarantee access to all areas.
Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
ENSEMBLE Theatre presents ‘Absolutely Brilliant’
‘Sounded Spectacular’ Visit Blackpool
Radio Wave
North WestEnd
Book by
Fred Ebb
and
Music by
John Kander
Bob Fosse Lyrics by
Fred Ebb
Based on the play by
Maurine Dallas Watkins Script adaptation by
David Thompson
A Broadway phenomenon and then a major hit movie starring Renée Zellweger & Catherine Zeta-Jones.
It’s a story of love, betrayal and greed... where anyone would kill to get their 5 minutes of fame.
When Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart meet in the County jail, sparks fly as they fight tooth & nail to get a piece of the action... Billy Flynn the infamous lawyer can get them off from a murder charge...for a price of course.
Critically acclaimed ENSEMBLE Theatre fresh from their hit production of The Addams Family present a sensational new production of CHICAGO. *ENSEMBLE Theatre review from prior productions
This amateur production of “Chicago” is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD, a Concord Theatricals Company
Saturday 4 April
Opera House Times 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets From £21.50 Group Rates Available
Thu 14 May
Opera House 7.30pm
Fri 15 May
Opera House 7.30pm
Trixie Mattel One Woman Show Following the incredible success of Strictly Come Dancing – The Professionals 2019 UK Tour, dance fans will be delighted to hear that next year some of their favourite Pros will again don their dancing shoes and return to the road in a sparkling brand new 34-date UK tour. The Daily Express awarded the show four stars, labelling it “breathtaking”. Don’t miss these amazing professionals as they bring the world’s finest moves to a venue near you, in what promises to be a Strictly fab-u-lous occasion.
@SCD_Live_Tour
Tickets From £35.00
Queen Trixie Mattel will be heading to the Opera House, Blackpool next year as part of the ‘One Woman Show’ U.K. tour! Don’t miss your chance to see winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars“ Season 3! Trixie Mattel is not only a major pop culture figure but a stand up comedian and musician with talents that defy classification. Trixie’s coming to the UK on tour with an exciting electro-folk reinvention. Expect to feel that you’ve landed in a PeeWee Herman video, with some surf rock and a love for 60’s country music. She’s listening to a lot of Fountains Of Wayne and Apples In Stereo, collecting mod Barbie dolls and watching Brady Brunch reruns!
@TrixieMattel
Tickets From £30.00 Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
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Fri 19 Jun
Opera House 7.30pm
Fri 26 & Sat 27 Jun
Opera House 7.30pm
The All-Star Sixties Show
Jane McDonald
Bringing you some of the greatest hits of The Sixties, in one great show: The Tremeloes featuring original members… Chip Hawkes, Rick Westwood & Mickey Clarke, The Equals, Mamas And Papas UK and The Fortunes.
One of the nation’s best-loved entertainers is back in her phenomenal new live show.
RELIVE THE SWINGING SIXTIES WITH THIS UNFORGETTABLE SHOW WHICH WILL HAVE YOU ROCKING IN YOUR SEATS!
Live In Concert
The BAFTA award-winning star of Cruising with Jane McDonald and Jane & Friends always delivers a stunning performance and along with her fantastic live band, guarantees to bring the audience to their feet with this evening of music and laughter!
@TheJaneMcDonald
Tickets From £35.00
Tickets From £35.00 Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
City boy Ren thinks life is bad enough when he’s forced to move to a rural backwater in America. But his world comes to a standstill when he arrives at Bomont to find dancing and rock music are banned. Taking matters into his own hands, soon Ren has all hell breaking loose and the whole town on its feet.
following two critically acclaimed tours, Footloose sizzles with spirit, fun and the best in UK musical talent. With cutting edge modern choreography, you’ll enjoy classic 80s hits including Holding Out for a Hero, Almost Paradise, Let’s Hear It For The Boy and of course the unforgettable title track Footloose.
Based on the 1980s screen sensation which took the world by storm and
Mon 20 to Sat 25 Jul
Opera House Times Mon - Sat Eves 7.30pm, Wed & Sat Mats 2.30pm Tickets From £15.00 Concessions Rates Available Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
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Selladoor Creation Limited, in association with Beano Studios, present
Dennis and Gnasher Unleashed: The Musical based on the legendary comic characters and the No. 1 animated CBBC series, tells the story of the mischievous twosome and their best friends the Dinmakers; Rubi, JJ and Pieface. Their mission is to save Beanotown from the grips of the evil W Corps!
Tue 4 to Sat 8 Aug
Featuring live music, hilarious pranks, and of course, Dennis’ trademark skateboard, this brand new, high-octane, BLAMTASTIC family musical is perfect for pranksters young and old! Brought to you by Selladoor Family in partnership with Beano Studios and written and directed by Will Brenton.
Opera House Times Tue - Sat Eves 7pm, Thu Mat 2pm, Sat Mats 11am, 3pm Tickets From £15.00 Concessions Rates Available
Tickets & Information In Person To book your tickets in person visit the box office on Church Street. Opening times vary check the website for details.
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Getting to us by Car By Telephone To book your tickets over the phone call 0844 856 1111, booking fees may apply. Calls to 0844 numbers cost 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge.
Online Visit WGBPL.co.uk, find the event you wish to attend and click the booking link. Follow the instructions on our partner website Ticketmaster, you will have the choice to have tickets posted to you or collect from our box office. Booking fees and service charges may apply.
Children Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. Children 24 months and over must have a ticket and their own seat. If your child is under 24 months they can sit on your lap and we may request proof of age. This is for your child’s safety in the venue. If you are not sure whether a show is suitable for children check our website for age guidance.
Access If you have additional requirements or require specific seats, then please ask one of our friendly team when booking your tickets. To book tickets, please call our dedicated Access Booking Line on 01253 629608. For a comprehensive guide on accessing the venue visit WGBPL.co.uk.
From the M55, exit at Junction 4, follow the A583 into central Blackpool where numerous public car parks are located within walking distance of the venue.
Buses & Trams The Winter Gardens works in partnership with Blackpool Transport – a local bus & tram operator serving the Fylde Coast with a high frequency service linking Lytham, St Annes, Blackpool, Bispham, Fleetwood, Cleveleys and Poulton. For more information visit www.blackpooltransport.com
Train Blackpool North is situated 0.5 miles from the Winter Gardens Blackpool. For more information, including planned closures visit www.nationalrail.co.uk. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press. We reserve the right to make alterations to the published programme of events, their prices, concessions, offers and fees. Based on the popularity of a performance and ticket availability, prices can change at any point during the show’s on-sale period. Due to the varying nature of our events and their set design, we cannot guarantee an unrestricted view at all times. For the most up to date information please check online, call 01253 629600 or visit our box office. For full terms and conditions visit WGBPL.co.uk.
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2019/20 Events Diary October 2019 Tue 15
Calendar Girls
7.30pm
Fri 25
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert
7.30pm
Wed 16
Calendar Girls
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Sat 26
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert
2.30pm 7.00pm
Thu 17
Calendar Girls
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Mon 28
Winter Gardens Tour
Fri 18
Calendar Girls
7.30pm
Tue 29
Will Young
Sat 19
Calendar Girls
7.30pm
Mon 21
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
7.30pm
November 2019
Tue 22
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
7.30pm
Sat 2
Sixties Gold
7.30pm
Wed 23
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Sun 3
Lenny Henry: Who Am I Again?
7.30pm
Thu 24
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
7.30pm
Sat 9
World Famous Elvis Tribute Show
7.30pm
Fri 25
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
7.30pm
Tue 19
The Girl On A Train
7.30pm
Spanish Suite Ghost Tour
9.00pm
Wed 20
The Girl On A Train
7.30pm
Thu 21
The Girl On A Train
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Fri 22
The Girl On A Train
7.30pm
Sat 23
The Girl On A Train
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Sat 26
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
Mon 28
Winter Gardens Tour
Tue 29
Will Young
2.30pm, 7.30pm 11.00am, 2.00pm 7.30pm
November 2019 Sixties Gold
7.30pm
Sun 3
Lenny Henry: Who Am I Again?
7.30pm
Wed 6
Jack Whitehall
7.30pm
Sat 9
World Famous Elvis Tribute Show
7.30pm
Tue 19
The Girl On The Train
7.30pm
Wed 20
The Girl On The Train
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Thu 21
The Girl On The Train
7.30pm
Fri 22
The Girl On The Train
7.30pm
Sat 30
The Girl On The Train Hits: At Christmas
7.30pm
December 2019
Sat 2
Sat 23
11.00am, 2.00pm
2.30pm, 7.30pm 7.00pm
December 2019 9.00pm
14
One Night Only
7.30pm
Tue 31
New Years Eve Family Party
7.00pm
Christmas 2019 New Years Eve Soul Party
8.00pm
Friday 13 - Sunday 29 December 2020
Horrible Histories Performance Schedule Friday 13 December
7.00pm
Saturday 14 December
2.00pm & 7.00pm
Sunday 15 December
11.00am & 3.00pm
Tuesday 17 December
10.00am & 7.00pm
Wednesday 18 December
7.00pm
Thursday 19 December
10.00am & 7.00pm
Friday 20 December
7.00pm
Saturday 21 December
2.00pm & 7.00pm
Sunday 22 December
11.00am & 3.00pm
6
Opera House Ghost Tour
13 - 29
Horrible Christmas
Sat 14
One Night Only
Tue 31
New Year’s Eve Family Party
7.00pm
Monday 23 December
7.00pm
New Year’s Eve Soul Party
8.00pm
Tuesday 24 December
11.00am & 3.00pm
Thursday 26 December
2.00pm
Friday 27 December
7.00pm
See Full Perfs Schedule
January 2020 Mon 6
We Will Rock You
7.30pm
Saturday 28 December
2.00pm & 7.00pm
Tue 7
We Will Rock You
7.30pm
Sunday 29 December
11.00am & 3.00pm
Wed 8
We Will Rock You
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Thu 9
We Will Rock You
7.30pm
Curtains The Musical
Fri 10
We Will Rock You
7.30pm
David Walliams’ Billionaire Boy
Sat 11
We Will Rock You
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Sat 11
Spanish Suite Ghost Tour
9.00pm
Online wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Box Office 0844 856 1111
Tickets
3 - 7 March
£15.00, £18.00, £20.00, £25.00, £29.00 11-15 March Schools Tickets All Tickets £9.25
Fri 24
Kaiser Chiefs with Razorlight
7.00pm
February 2020 Tue 18
The Sound of Music
7.30pm
Wed 19
The Sound of Music
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Thu 20
The Sound of Music
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Empress Ballroom Ghost Tour
8.00pm
Fri 21
The Sound of Music
7.30pm
Sat 22
The Sound of Music
2.30pm, 7.30pm
SHOW & DINE
March 2020 Tue 3
Curtains The Musical
7.30pm
Wed 4
Curtains The Musical
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Thu 5
Curtains The Musical
7.30pm
Fri 6
Curtains The Musical
7.30pm
Sat 7
Curtains The Musical
2.30pm, 7.30pm
Mon 9
Elvis Costello & The Imposters
Wed 11
Billionaire Boy
Thu 12
Billionaire Boy
1.30pm, 7.00pm
Fri 13
Billionaire Boy
10.30am, 7.00pm
Olympia Ghost Tour
7.30pm 7.00ppm
9.00pm
Sat 14
Billionaire Boy
2.30pm, 7.00pm
Sun 15
Billionaire Boy
11.00am, 3.00pm
April 2020 and Beyond Whitney Queen of the Night Chicago
2 Apr 4 Apr
Burn The Floor
11 Apr
Opera House Ghost Tour
24 Apr
Pavilion Ghost Tour Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals Trixie Mattel Blackpool Dance Festival Blackpool International Soul Festival
8 May 14 May 15 May 16 - 29 May 12 - 14 Jun
All Star 60s Show
19 Jun
Spanish Suite Ghost Tour
20 Jun
Jane McDonald Live in Concert Elvis Celebration 2020 Footloose Dennis & Gnasher Grease Totally Tina
26 - 27 Jun 3 - 5 Jul 20 - 25 Jul 4 - 8 Aug 31 Aug - 5 Sep 8 Oct
Collabro
23 Oct
Jimmy Carr
20 Nov
King of Pop
27 Nov
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