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ROY ORBISON & THE TRAVELLING WILBURY’S EXPERIENCE
Come and enjoy a fantastic evening of entertainment jam-packed with non-stop hits, big-screen action, expert narrative and lots of fun. You will be taken on a journey through several decades of pop as we celebrate the music of Jeff Lynne’s ELO, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and The Beatles’ George Harrison. Also the collective genius that was The Travelling Wilburys.
Friday 6th Sept 7.30pm £26.50.
ZZ TOPPD
Formed in 2020, ZZ TOPPD are the UK’s no.1 tribute to Texas music legends ZZ TOP. They’re back in 2024, and they’re going ‘Mad & Nationwide’! This two hour show features a career spanning set-list, multiple costume changes and, of course, the iconic furry, spinning guitars. This is a show you won’t want to miss. Have mercy!
Saturday 7th Sept 8pm £18.
HERMAN’S HERMITS
Herman’s Hermits are, to this day, a hugely popular touring band, thrilling audiences worldwide with their unique sound and warm humour. With 23 hit records, selling over 80 million copies, Multi-Million streams and downloads, hugely successful tours in the UK, America, Australia, Europe and the wider world, they still rank as one of the most successful popular music acts the UK has ever produced.
Friday 13th Sept 7.30pm £27.50.
KICK UP THE 80’S
Over their two decades performing together the seasoned four piece have appeared with 80’s legends such as; ABC, Go West, Bad Manners, Limahl (Kajagoogoo) and Jaki Graham and are still the best 80’s party in town! Covering all 80’s music genres from New Romantic to Ska via Heavy Rock and Electronica. There’s something to please everyone!
Saturday 14th Sept 7.30pm £20. 14+
PURE WELLER
A Yorkshire based tribute to the music of Paul Weller. Formed in the summer of 2019, borne out of an impromptu jam session in a local recording studio. Covering a vast catalogue of music, Pure Weller aim to pay the ultimate tribute to Paul Weller’s amazing career, reaching back through the seminal points of his time fronting The Jam and The Style Council, but more importantly focusing on his solo output.
Friday 20th Sept 7.30pm
£17. 14+
HI-ON MAIDEN
Hi-On Maiden are the worlds longest running and only Iron Maiden tribute band officially endorsed by Iron Maiden themselves. Over the past 25 years, the band have firmly established themselves as the most recognised and popular tribute to Iron Maiden. With a powerful and dynamic performance they put on the most accurate and explosive tribute experience anywhere, grabbing the attention of fans all over the world, as well as the Maiden boys themselves.
Saturday 21st Sept 8pm
£19. 14+
GOSPEL BAYFEST
This year we have a fantastic line-up of Gospel artists including many of our favourite singers from previous years, along with those who will be appearing at Morecambe Gospel Bayfest for the first time. Artists this year include: Live Issue, Kingdom Bound, Lynda and Alice Lindsay, Kate Weir, Andrew Cornett, Colin Elliott, Roy Dreaning and the Ayrtons. The guest speaker for the weekend will be Roger Carswell.
Friday 27th - Sunday 29th Sept
£16 - £20, Full Weekend
£48 PH
SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL THE DRIFTERS SHOW
Their show combines THE DRIFTERS greatest hits along with other classic Motown & Soul favourites from artistes such as The Four Tops & The Temptations. This is Soul and Motown at its very best. Lead vocalist, Richie Sampson, has performed alongside former long standing members of The Drifters, such as Ray Lewis, Billy Lewis, Butch Leake and Roy Hemming’s at various times .
Friday 4th Oct 7.30pm
£25.
QUO CONNECTION
In answer to overwhelming support, former members of John Coghlan’s Quo, Mick Hughes, Rick Chase, Pete Mace and Russ Chadd have reformed under the name of Quo Connection. JCQ had been in existence for twenty-five years in various forms, and their final gig with John Coghlan on the 24th Sept 2022 was quite aptly played at Butlins’s in Minehead where the Status Quo story first began.
Saturday 5th Oct 7.30pm £18.
THE REAL THING WITH SUPPORT FROM DONOVAN BLACKWOOD
The Real Thing with original vocalists Chris Amoo & Dave Smith enjoyed success in both the 70’s & 80’s with 3 top 10 singles. The No 1 hit ‘You to me are everything’ ,‘Can’t get by without you’ & ‘Can you feel the force’ and all these tracks are still featured daily on all the major UK radio stations. Support by: Donovan Blackwood a tremendous vocalist who was a member of recording group Heatwave.
Friday 11th Oct 7.30pm £28.
THE GLENN MILLER & BIG BAND SPECTACULAR
The Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK is delighted to return to its favourite venue, The Platform in Morecambe for another show of wonderful nostalgic big band swing numbers with million sellers from band leaders and vocalists including Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Ted Heath, Frank Sinatra and many more. A big band show that’s bound to get you In The Mood.
Tuesday 15th Oct 7.30pm From £24.50.
HEJIRA- CELEBRATING
JONI MITCHELL
‘Hejira’ is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late ‘70s. Comprising highly experienced jazz musicians, this band is fronted by the brilliant Hattie Whitehead who not only has - in her own way - assimilated the poise, power and beauty of Joni’s vocals, but also plays guitar with Joni’s stylistic mannerisms.
Tuesday 22nd Oct 7.30pm £25.
ABBAMANIA
Abbamania’s widely acclaimed tribute to Abba is a sensational two hour show featuring record breaking and timeless hits from ‘Waterloo’ to ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Mamma Mia’,‘Fernando’ and ‘Chiquitita’ all of which will have you dancing in the aisles. So dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable night with Abbamania!
Wednesday 23rd Oct 7.30pm £27.50.
CHANTEL MCGREGOR
A female guitar prodigy, Chantel was told by a major label that she had a “great voice, but girls don’t play guitar like that!” Wisely ignoring their comments, she enrolled at the Leeds College of Music and became the first student in the college’s history, to achieve a 100% pass mark at BTEC, with 18 distinctions. Chantel then pursued further education and left with a First Class Honours degree in Popular Music.
Friday 25th Oct 8pm £19 advance.
THE UPBEAT BEATLES
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. With authentic instruments, costume changes, multimedia, and featuring an ensemble cast of professional musicians with West End experience, this is a twohour spectacular show not to be missed, for Beatles fans new and old! We hope you will enjoy the show, “Yeah, Yeah, Yeah!”
Saturday 26th Oct 7.30pm £26.
AMERICAN FOUR TOPS
Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction appear live in concert performing the American Four Tops Motown Show bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences. With powerful vocals, splendid harmonies and the high stepping dance routines, you will be taken on a journey through all the hits of the Four Tops, Reach Out, Baby I Need Your Loving, Walk Away Renee, Same Old Song, Loco in Acapulco, Bernadette along with other classic hits.
Friday 8th Nov 7.30pm £27.50.
FU FIGHTERS
FU Fighters, are arguably one the best UK tribute to American rock legends, Foo Fighters. Long established and all accomplished musicians, they perform an incredibly authentic set, and recreate the sound and the experience of being right there at the front, in the most perfectly fitting celebration of the Foo Fighters music.
Saturday 9th Nov 8pm
£19. 14+
DARKSIDE - THE HOPEFUL AND THE DAMNED TOUR
The Friday night will focus on Pink Floyd’s music from the albums of the 1970’s, from Atom Heart Mother through to The Wall. The emphasis will be on replicating the experience of Pink Floyd live on stage in the 70’s, which many believe was Floyd at their very best. As would be expected, the show incorporates a spectacular laser and light show, evocative images and animated sequences projected on to a circular screen and quadraphonic sound.
Friday 15th Nov 7.30pm £25.
DARKSIDE - THE HOPEFUL AND THE DAMNED TOUR
The Saturday night will be ‘From the Piper to the Bell’ and will comprise a selection of songs from across Pink Floyd’s long career. Along with well-known favourites, there will also be some selections for the connoisseur. Darkside, The Pink Floyd Show, performing the music of Britain’s greatest progressive rock band, are back at The Platform with two evenings of classic Pink Floyd.
Saturday 16th Nov 7.30pm
£25 (£5 off when booking both days).
THE SEARCHERS EXPERIENCE FEATURING SPENCER JAMES
Spencer James has been the Lead Vocalist for Sixties Legends The Searchers for the past 37 Years. He has performed all over the world and in all the major venues in every country. Now taking The Searchers mantle forward on his own. Spencer James of The Searchers, performing all the Big Hits and more!
Saturday 23rd Nov 7.30pm
£25.
PROMENADE CONCERT ORCHESTRA - MUSIC FOR BALLET AND DANCE
Discover the world of ballet and dance through hearing live music written over the past 200 years by well-known and lesser-known composers covering different dance and ballet styles found in, opera, ballrooms and dance halls.
Sunday 24th Nov 3pm
£17. (Accompanied child free). PH
BRAVE RIVAL
Brave Rival are the South East’s RIP-Roaring Rock and blues Machine. Hailing from Portsmouth, the six time UK Blues Award Nominated band features the powerful and beautiful twin vocals of Chloe Josephine and Lindsey Bonnick. Drawing influence from the likes of John Mayer, Aretha Franklin, Heart, Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin and Tedeschi Trucks, Brave Rival offer a style and sound that you’ve always known, and yet never heard before.
Thursday 28th Nov 7.30pm £18 Advance. 14+
LINDISFARNE
Legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne return to form with a classic five-piece line up of long-time members fronted by original founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar. With a repertoire of unforgettable songs like Meet Me On The Corner, Fog On The Tyne, Lady Eleanor and Run For Home and a reputation for live performance second to none.
Friday 29th Nov 7.30pm £29.
BUDDY HOLLY AND THE CRICKETERS
Buddy Holly and the Cricketers once again herald in the Yuletide festivities with Holly at Christmas, the show that is now as traditional as mulled wine and mince pies! Holly’s hits, other contemporary classics and some Christmas crackers are all wrapped up in a fast, furious and funny feast of entertainment to make the perfect gift for all the family.
Thursday 5th Dec 7.30pm £22.
MERRY HELL
Multi-award-winning Merry Hell offer joyful, uplifting folk-rock, with a message of hope for troubled times. Native to the North-West of England, the 8-piece musical charabanc emerged from the embers of the much-loved folk-punk band The Tansads, before developing a life and feel all of its own.
Friday 13th Dec 8pm £16 Advance.
MORECAMBE BAND PRESENTS: THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
The successful and entertaining Morecambe Band invite you along to an evening of Festive treats and delights, all in the Spirit of Christmas.
Saturday 14th Dec 7.30pm £15. (Accompanied children under 16 go free) PH
HOUGHTON WEAVERS
The Houghton Weavers guarantee a wonderful evening of entertainment and their experience – together with their style and professionalism – ensures that, as their motto says, they always `Keep Folk Smiling!’
Thursday 19th Dec 7.30pm £18.
ULTIMATE 70’S
The Ultimate 70s Show will be recreating one of the Glamest periods in music. Martin Metcalf, a former guitarist with legendary group Geordie, is one of the seven 70’s rockers and session musicians who make up Ultimate 70s, whose brand of entertainment has been a huge hit with festival goers in Britain and Europe.
Friday 20th Dec 7.30pm £19.
UNDER THE BOARDWALK
Direct from the USA, vocal group the Icons of Soul perform “UNDER the BOARDWALK” celebrating all the greatest hits of the 60s and 70s vocal groups Tavares, the Temptations, the Stylistics and the Drifters along with other legendary artists such as Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, James Brown, Sam Cooke and Smokey Robinson and the Miracles.
Friday 10th Jan 7.30pm £25.50.
PROMENADE CONCERT ORCHESTRANEW YEAR VIENNESE CONCERT
Celebrate the New Year with music from the Strauss family and associates and surprise items, alongside an awardwinning tenor soloist Andres Presno, and the skillful Turning Point Theatre Arts dancers from Lancaster under Dance mistress, Gail Johnstone. Award-winning Uruguayan tenor, Andres Presno, will be joining the PCO from his work at the Royal Opera and Ballet at Covent Garden, to sing some Puccini, Verdi and Lehar arias, to us.
Sunday 26th Jan 3pm £17. (Accompanied child free) PH
LIONELTHE MUSIC OF LIONEL RICHIE
Following his appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s ‘Sunday Night at The Palladium’ and the ‘Graham Norton Show’ for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high-octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. This award winning five-star production also features a stellar line-up of world class musicians including musical director, Jonny Miller from Talon.
Friday 31st Jan 7.30pm £25.
VOODOO ROOM - A NIGHT OF HENDRIX, CLAPTON & CREAM
A world-class show, put together in total appreciation of these massive pioneers of classic blues and rock, this is not a caricature tribute act. Hear all the classics including Strange Brew, Hey Joe, Sunshine Of Your Love, Fire, Layla, and Purple Haze. Channeling legendary superstars Hendrix, Clapton and Cream, VOODOO ROOM are sure to put on another incredible live show. No wigs, no gimmicks –simply great music played by great musicians
Friday 7th Feb 8pm £21. 14+
ELECTRIK LIVE ORCHESTRA
Electrik Live Orchestra return to The Platform after two years of sell out shows, expect a two hour live spectacular filled with all the hits and classics, a show not to be missed! Enjoy an evening celebrating the distinctive music of Jeff Lynne and ELO performed by a full seven piece live band.
Saturday 8th Feb 7.30pm £26.50. 14+
PAUL JONES & DAVE KELLY
The Blues Band are now retiring from touring - but their two lead vocalists will continue with their Acoustic Duo concerts. Ruggedly durable and timeless, the Blues is perhaps more popular today than it has ever been. Young musicians still cut their teeth on its enticing, 12-bar appeal, but its real rewards, true virtuosity, poise and knowledge, only come with age. A live acoustic set by this dynamic duo is an occasion you’ll remember.
Thursday 13th Feb 7.30pm £25.
THE JIVE ACES
Renowned worldwide for their high-energy spectacular showmanship, their viral video ‘Bring Me Sunshine’ and for being the first live band to reach the final rounds of Britain’s Got Talent, The Jive Aces have firmly established themselves the UK’s No.1 Jive & Swing band.
Friday 14th Feb 8pm £22.
THE TOM PETTY LEGACY
Europe’s No.1 Tribute Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. Experience Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers classic songs along with The Travelling Wilburys and Stevie Nicks plus their covers of songs by The Byrds and Thunderclap Newman. A full two hour show of an American song writing icon and together with the heartbreakers recognised as one of the finest live bands to have come out of the US.
Saturday 15th Feb 7.30pm £25.
THE FREDDIE AND QUEEN EXPERIENCE
The Freddie & QUEEN Experience are the UK’s Premier Queen & Freddie Mercury Tribute Band who are internationally & critically acclaimed. The band performs all over the world with sell out shows in the UK & abroad, with most recently in UAE & Europe. They deliver a passionate & energy packed show full of all QUEEN’s greatest hits!
Friday 21st Feb 7.30pm £26.
LIMEHOUSE LIZZY
Now in their third decade as a full-time professional touring act, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and Thin Lizzy alive on stages worldwide. Their award winning show returns to The Platform in 2025, and we guarantee you this is as good as it gets. Don’t miss out!)
Saturday 22nd Feb 8pm £24. 14+
WOMEN IN ROCK
You think you know rock?! GIRL now you do...Because The Night Belongs To Us! Join us for a night of unforgettable and outrageous female rock on the 28th February. Celebrating the sensationally strong female leaders of rock, including Blondie, Suzi Q, Janis Joplin, Heart, Joan Jett, Pink, Kiki Dee, Bonnie Tyler, Cher and so many more! Hell yeah if we Could Turn Back Time we’d go see them all in one night too- you go girls.
Friday 28th Feb 7.30pm £26.
LIVE MUSIC | EVENTS | ENTERTAINMENT VENUE
COMMUNITY EVENTS
LEARN TO JIVE
1940’s Swing and 50’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Dance classes
All welcome, just turn up any week to learn the great vintage dances.
Beginners welcome.
Thursdays | 11-1pm | £7.50. PH
SEQUENCE DANCING
Come join Sequence Dancing at The Platform on a Thursday afternoon. Everybody is welcome, just turn up and pay on the door.
Thursdays | 2-4pm | £5. PH
WISE UP
Weekly drama, dance & creative arts workshops for young people ages 5-17 years, all abilities welcome. Plus, workshops for ages 12-17 using performing arts as a medium to express their views and beliefs on issues that they feel affect their lives. Learn new skills, build confidence, have fun and make new friends in a safe space
Call 07506 295 782 to book. www.wiseupworkshops.com
Tuesdays (term time) | 6-8pm | from £5pp. PH
THE STOREY & ASHTON HALL EVENTS
ST JOHNS HOSPICE CHOIR LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS
The St John’s Hospice Choir are bringing The Royal Albert Hall to Lancaster Town Hall. This wonderful musical extravaganza will also feature the Pilling Jubilee Sliver Band and Organist David Tattersall. All proceeds are in aid of your local hospice.
Saturday 7th Sept 7.30pm
£20 Standard £25 VIP Balcony. www.sjhospice.org.uk
CRAFT BREW FESTIVAL
After a successful debut and sellout sessions of Craft Brew Festival across the UK in 2023 we’re bringing Craft Brew Festival to the city of Lancaster. You can expect to sample the best British craft beer from independent and micro brewers with 5 hours of unlimited craft beer included in the ticket price.
Friday 13th/14th Sept 18+ craftbrewfestival.co.uk/lancaster
NISH KUMAR
The Dukes present Nish Kumar – one of The Guardian and The Telegraph’s 50 Best Comedians of the 21st Century –who is back on tour with his brand new politically-charged stand-up show, Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe.
Saturday 21st Sept 7.30pm 18+ £23.50. www.dukeslancaster.org
GRAND CHRISTMAS TASTING
Our event offers an informal tasting with the opportunity to sample from a selection of over 120 Wines, Spirits, Beers, Sparkling Wines & Ports from individual tables hosted by our 22 suppliers. No additional charges on the night.
Friday 1st Nov 5pm 18+
£18pp. Admission Pre-purchased tickets only. 01524 874406
JAZZ JAM
Musicians are invited to join the House Band in a friendly spirit of diversity, creativity and improvisation. Join in, or just listen. PLAY, SHARE, LEARN & ENJOY. This is a free event, for more info, head to “Jazzjam Lancaster” on Facebook.
Friday 22nd Nov & 13th Dec 7.30pm FREE.
AT LANCASTER TOWN HALL
AT A GLANCE!
SEPTEMBER
6th ROY ORBISON AND THE TRAVELLING WILBURY’S EXPERIENCE
7th ZZ TOPPD
13th HERMAN’S HERMITS
14th KICK UP THE 80’S
20th PURE WELLER
21st HI-ON MAIDEN
27th - 29th GOSPEL BAYFEST
OCTOBER
4th SOUL KINDA WONDERFUL THE DRIFTERS SHOW
5th QUO CONNECTION
11th THE REAL THING WITH SUPPORT FROM DONOVAN BLACKWOOD
15th THE GLENN MILLER & BIG BAND SPECTACULAR
22nd HEJIRA - CELEBRATING JONI MITCHELL
23rd ABBAMANIA
25th CHANTEL MCGREGOR
26th THE UPBEAT BEATLES
NOVEMBER
8th AMERICAN FOUR TOPS
9th FU FIGHTERS
15th DARKSIDE - THE HOPEFUL AND THE DAMNED TOUR
16th DARKSIDE - THE HOPEFUL AND THE DAMNED TOUR
23rd THE SEARCHERS EXPERIENCE FEATURING SPENCER JAMES
24th PROMENADE CONCERT ORCHESTRAMUSIC FOR BALLET AND DANCE
28th BRAVE RIVAL
29th LINDISFARNE
DECEMBER
5th BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS
13th MERRY HELL
14th MORECAMBE BAND PRESENTS: THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS
19th HOUGHTON WEAVERS
20th ULTIMATE 70’S
JANUARY
10th UNDER THE BOARDWALK
26th PROMENADE CONCERT ORCHESTRANEW YEAR VIENNESE CONCERT
31st LIONEL: THE MUSIC OF LIONEL RICHIE
FEBRUARY
7th VOODOO ROOM - A NIGHT OF HENDRIX, CLAPTON & CREAM
8th ELECTRIK LIVE ORCHESTRA
13th PAUL JONES & DAVE KELLY
14th THE JIVE ACES
15th THE TOM PETTY LEGACY
21st THE FREDDIE AND QUEEN EXPERIENCE
22nd LIMEHOUSE LIZZY
28th WOMEN IN ROCK
MORE TO COME
THE JAM’D FLEETING RUMOURS
COUNTERFEIT 60’S & 70’S
AC/DC EXPERIENCE
THE SIGNATURES
THE BON JOVI EXPERIENCE
XXday XX Sept 7.30pm £XX.
The Friends of The Platform Morecambe, an independent group, actively supporting and working with this live entertainment and events venue, incorporating the original station building which has been at the heart of Morecambe for over 100 years, thereby guaranteeing it remains a key centre in attracting tourists to the area.
Membership is open to all – just visit friendsoftheplatformmorecambe.uk
XXday XX Sept 7.30pm £XX.
