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Psychic Sally Thurs 14 February, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £24.50 Price includes booking fee World renowned psychic, television and theatre star and the UK’s favourite award winning medium Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her phenomenal interactive 10 year anniversary show. Sally is one of the Uk’s most successful touring acts and has been wowing audiences across the country for the past 10 years. Sally’s jaw dropping show has attracted amazing reviews from theatre goers and psychic fans. The messages from beyond come thick and fast. Funny, entertaining, touching, sometimes heart-breaking, often

controversial; The 10 year anniversary tour showcases the phenomenal ability of the nation’s best loved medium. Sally says ‘The shows will be psychic dynamite and although they are undoubtedly entertaining, there is also a very serious side, which is to give audience members messages of hope and love from the other side’. This is a unique evening not to be missed. Book your tickets now to see this phenomenal psychic in action.

The Final Test Tues 12 – Sat 16 February, 7.30pm MET Studio Tickets £10.50, £9.50 conc. Peter and Ruth have had a long and happy marriage; or so Peter believes... They both have their own interests – he loves listening to the cricket on the radio, she likes to travel. But all is not well as Peter discovers one afternoon when he’s dozing on his deckchair and listening to the last test from The Oval. His wife announces that she has sold the house and she’s moving to Bexhill-onSea with her lover. When the new owners move in they discover they have an elderly cricket-loving squatter living in the garden… The Final Test is the first stage play by highly acclaimed novelist Chris Paling. It’s a touching and poignant comedy about marriage, cricket, and the dangerous lure of Bexhill-on-Sea.

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Someone Like You − The Adele Songbook Fri 15 February, 8.00pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £20.50, £19.50 conc. Back on the road by popular demand, Someone Like You (The Adele Songbook) is an immaculate celebration of one of our generation’s finest singer-songwriters, and is returning to theatres in 2019. Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC ADELE Special, the outstanding Katie Markham has the show-stopping voice and captivating charisma to deliver all your favourite Adele hits in an enthralling concert performance. The show faithfully recreates the magic of the three record-breaking albums 19, 21 and 25 - including Chasing Pavements, Make You Feel My Love, Set Fire To The Rain, Someone Like You, Hello, Rolling In The Deep and the multi-million seller Skyfall. Someone Like You will take you on a soul-stirring journey from break up to make up.

An Evening with Marvin Gaye with Wayne Hernandez:es’ Sat 16 February, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £15.00 Don’t Stop the Beat Productions presents - An Evening of Marvin Gaye Let’s get it on with a special evening of the ‘Prince of Soul’ with the velvet falsetto, Marvin Gaye. Expect stunning soulful vocals from the charismatic Wayne Hernandez, incredible harmonies and infectious energy from Wayne’s band that are guaranteed to get the room moving in this Valentines special! For one night only, Wayne Hernandez and his live band take the audience on a journey of reminiscence, calling upon some of Gaye’s most iconic hits including How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You), Ain’t That Peculiar, I Heard It Through the Grapevine, What’s Going On, Let’s Get It Onand many more in this celebration of the Prince of Soul. Wayne Hernandez has worked with the likes of Jaz Z, Ed Sheeran, Quincy Jones, Tina Turner, Gorillaz, Tori Amos, Blur, Grover Washington, Roberta Flack and Madonna. He has also toured extensively with Kool and the Gang and Regina Bell and is also a well-established songwriter and producer. He was most recently featured in the Kingdom choir at the Royal Wedding! ‘Wayne has a very special talent. His voice was simply breath-taking.’ Livemusic.fm

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The Searchers Farewell Solo UK Tour 2019 Sun 17 February, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £24.50 The Searchers Farewell Tour: There is no doubt that the swinging 60’s was a very special time and will go down in history as being the most imaginative period of music creativity and expression.With such classic hits as, Sweets For My Sweet; Needles and Pins; Don’t Throw Your Love Away; Sugar and Spice and When You Walk In The Room, THE SEARCHERS have contributed enormously in establishing the UK as the world’s leading country in the music industry. With total record sales of more than 50 million, The Searchers have been touring the globe, entertaining audiences of all ages for more than 50 years. They have now decided to retire and this Farewell ‘solo’ Concert will not only include all their famous hits, but also many album tracks and well-known favourites, as well as anecdotes and reminiscences of their remarkable career. Don’t miss The Searchers FAREWELL CONCERT!

Dave Spikey ‘Juggling On A Motorbike’ Thurs 21 February, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £18.50 Age guidance 14+ Dave had been working in the NHS for 19 years as a Biomedical Scientist when in 1988 someone uttered the immortal words, “You’re really funny, you should be a comedian” and for some reason, he took them seriously!! Only a few short months later he was crowned the winner of the national talent show “Stairway to the Stars”. Larry Grayson, one of the judges, told him that it was a close run thing on the night but what clinched the

award for Dave was his routine about a juggler on a motorbike. Fast forward 13 years (Is that possible?) to Friday 13th October 2000 , the day Dave switched off his microscope for good and found himself, the following Monday, sitting on rain swept local car park dressed as a giant berry!! So now in 2018 he celebrates the 30th anniversary of his comedy career. In this show he will look back on his remarkable life and his incredible

journey from working class lad to Chief Biomedical Scientist to much loved comedy performer and writer via Phoenix Nights, Eight out of Ten Cats, Bullseye, Dead Man Weds, Magnolia, The Royal Variety Show, Parkinson and many more. He often reflects that maybe none of this would have happened and he might still be looking down his microscope today if it wasn’t for the juggler on the motorbike.

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Luke Jermay – Intuition Thurs 21 February, 7.30pm MET Studio Tickets £16.50 Intuition is a strange thing and Luke Jermay is even stranger. Building on his acclaimed debut show ‘Sixth Sense’ entertainer Luke Jermay is back and better than ever with a brand new interactive stage show jam packed with phenomenal jaw dropping demonstrations of intuition, telepathy and prediction; your mind will be read, your choices will be predicted and your future will be revealed. Jermay puts the rest of us

Jermay is one of my favourite

mind readers to shame

performers! See his show!

Derren Brown

David Blaine

Lyngo Theatre presents Jack and The Beanstalk Fri 22 February, 11.30pm & 2pm MET Studio Tickets £11.50 Family Ticket £40.00 Fee Fi Fo Fum! It’s a giant of a show, we’d love you to come! This classic fairytale now gets the Lyngo treatment so expect lots of surprises and beautiful images as Patrick Lynch (from Cbeebies) tells the gripping story of Jack who sells his cow for 5 magic beans and finds himself in the land above the clouds. It’s a show for the over 3’s (and their giants) with something for everyone – enormous shoes, tiny houses, showers of silver and gold and a big, leafy explosion! By Marcello Chiarenza | Adapted and performed by Patrick Lynch Music by Carlo ‘Cialdo’ Capelli Design assistant Elena Marini

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Dracula - The Bloody Truth Sat 23 February, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £23.00, £18.00 conc. Age guidance 8+

Dracula: The Bloody Truth is the smash hit hilarious comedy, revealing the true story of the famous Count. Taking you on a journey across Europe from the sinister Transylvanian mountains to the awkwardly charming seaside town of Whitby and into the world of the supernatural, educating us all on the perils of dealing with vampires. Book your tickets today… your life may depend on it.

Best new comedy Broadway World Unashamedly silly Reviews Hub Gloriously daft StageTalk Magazine

Buddy Holly and The Cricketers ‘Not Fade Away’ Sun 24 February, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £20 1959-2019 ~ Today The Music Lives... On 3rd February 1959, Rock ’n’ Roll - and the world - lost its brightest star. The unparalleled catalogue of music that Buddy Holly left behind has entertained, inspired and moved every subsequent generation to laughter, tears and an irrepressible desire to dance! To commemorate Buddy’s anniversary and to celebrate the joy he has brought millions of people worldwide for over 60 years, the country’s first and best-loved Buddy Holly act, Buddy Holly and The Cricketers, plays a very special show in venues all over the UK. Buddy Holly and The Cricketers has delighted audiences across the globe from Cardiff to California, Barking to Bangkok and Swindon to Sweden for the past 26 years. The show stars some of the finest actor-musicians in the UK and was endorsed as Britain’s most popular Buddy Holly act when the boys guested on BBC One’s Saturday night live programme, The One and Only, hosted by Graham Norton. Buddy Holly and The Cricketers has always presented Buddy in the style of show we feel he would perform today. Authentic arrangements, driving rhythms, energetic performances and wonderful musicianship, all delivered with charm and humour. Whatever the season, whatever the excuse to party, make your Heartbeat a little faster with the show that has thousands of fans the world over saying: “I can’t believe it’s not Buddy!”

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Reflecting Fridas Tue 5 March, 7.30pm MET Studio Tickets £10.00 Reflecting Fridas “ by Ana Maria Lines The life and work of the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo are the inspiration for the show “Reflecting Fridas”, created and performed by Brazilian storyteller Ana Maria Lines. Frida’s soul echos in many of us. Frida’s diversities, love, injuries, suffering were the subject for her work An unique life, an exceptional woman. The show was launching in Edinburgh international Storytelling Festival 2016, and has returned to Edinburgh in 2017. it has been sold out in Wolverhampton. Also performed at FatE- Festival at the Edge, in Findhorn and Settle Festival.

Fabulous way of telling an insight into Frida’s life with stories as well in a dream, brought tears in my eyes. Daisy Black, Sheffield

Ana Lines does more than tell stories, she animates them through her performances. I didn’t want to be released from the spell Paula Wakefield, Audience member

That’ll Be The Day Thur 7 & Fri 8 March, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £25.50 Back by ever-growing popular demand, get ready to party as the UK’s favourite Rock & Roll variety production returns with another chance to see its latest most popular show!

bags of hilarious comedy! Celebrating an entire era of timeless nostalgia, the production is well known for its ability to make audiences return time and time again for a new experience.

Featuring incredible live music performances, this hugely entertaining Rock & Roll spectacular blends classic gold hits from the 50s, 60s & 70s, with

Now in its 33rd year of consecutive touring of national touring, That’ll Be The Day is living proof that Rock & Roll will never die!

A superb value-for-money night out for lovers of great music & fun

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Matt Forde: Brexit Through The Gift Shop Fri 8 March, 8pm MET Studio Tickets £15.50 The whole thing’s a mess and only one person can sort it out. Sadly, we have no idea who it is. Join Britain’s leading political comedian, Matt Forde, for the show that was a complete sell-out at this year’s Edinburgh Festival and his last as an EU citizen. As host of Unspun on Dave and his own Political Party podcast, Matt has interviewed some of British politics’ biggest and most notorious characters including Tony Blair, David Davis, Ruth Davidson, Nigel Farage, Nick Clegg, Anna Soubry, Harriet Harman, Ed Balls and Jacob Rees-Mogg. His monthly residence at Westminster’s The Other Palace has sold out every show for over 5 years and sells out months in advance.

Is there a better political comic than Matt Forde currently working in the UK? I can’t think of another to touch him Chortle

a stand-up of rare skill

Possibly the best political comedy show on the Fringe

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The Mersey Beatles Sat 9 March, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £18.50 There are a lot of Beatles tribute bands all over the world and I’ve seen them all, but The Mersey Beatles are the best I’ve heard.” So said John Lennon’s Sister, Julia Baird in 2008. Since then Liverpool’s favourite Beatles tribute band, voted as best Beatles band by the British Beatles fan club, have racked up over 3500 performances at the Cavern Club alone. They have headlined festivals and events the world over. So busy were they with overseas tours they had to leave their Cavern Club residency in February 2012. After 10 years in the role as the one and only resident Beatles band and the world’s most famous club, it was an emotional farewell. On returning to the UK they were welcomed back to The Cavern Club where they still play to this day. The show consists of all era Beatles classics in full costume. From “Love me do” to “Let it be” via “Beatlemania” and “Pepperland”. Like the original Fab Four, The Mersey Beatles are Liverpool lads born and bred. No phoney accents needed, no script required. They react and interact with the audience in the relaxed and natural way of their role models and all the songs are performed in the original recorded key. When all of this is put together it means the best music ever made is performed with the spontaneity, energy, excitement and respect which this fantastic music deserves. All your favourite Beatles classics in one concert.

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Antony & Cleopatra

20 Feb 2019

by William Shakespeare

Broadcast live from the National Theatre, Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo play Shakespeare’s famous fated couple in his great tragedy of politics, passion and power. Caesar and his assassins are dead. General Mark Antony now rules alongside his fellow defenders of Rome. But at the fringes of a war-torn empire the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra and Mark Antony have fallen fiercely in love. In a tragic fight between devotion and duty, obsession becomes a catalyst for war. Director Simon Godwin returns to National Theatre Live screens with this hotly anticipated production, following broadcasts of Twelfth Night, Man and Superman and The Beaux’ Stratagem.

All My Sons

30 May 2019

by Arthur Miller directed by Jeremy Herrin Broadcast live from The Old Vic in London, Academy Award-winner Sally Field (Steel Magnolias, Brothers & Sisters) and Bill Pullman (The Sinner, Independence Day) star in Arthur Miller’s blistering drama All My Sons. America, 1947. Despite hard choices and even harder knocks, Joe and Kate Keller are a success story. They have built a home, raised two sons and established a thriving business. But nothing lasts forever and their contented lives, already shadowed by the loss of their eldest boy to war, are about to shatter. With the return of a figure from the past, long buried truths are forced to the surface and the price of their American dream is laid bare. Jeremy Herrin (NT Live: This House, People, Places & Things) directs a cast including Jenna Coleman (Victoria), and Colin Morgan (Merlin). All My Sons is an Old Vic co-production with Headlong

Small Island

27 June 2019

by Arthur Miller directed by Jeremy Herrin

Andrea Levy’s Orange Prize-winning novel Small Island comes to life in an epic new theatre adaptation. Experience the play in cinemas, filmed live on stage as part of National Theatre Live’s 10th birthday. Small Island embarks on a journey from Jamaica to Britain, through the Second World War to 1948 – the year the HMT Empire Windrush docked at Tilbury. The play follows three intricately connected stories. Hortense yearns for a new life away from rural Jamaica, Gilbert dreams of becoming a lawyer, and Queenie longs to escape her Lincolnshire roots. Hope and humanity meet stubborn reality as the play traces the tangled history of Jamaica and the UK. A company of 40 actors take to the stage of the National Theatre in this timely and moving story.

Mark Steel - Every Little Thing’s Gonna Be Alright ‘Image Concious’ Thur 14 March, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £16.00 A few years ago, it seemed unlikely that the UK would vote to leave the EU; we had a reasonable opposition to the Tory Government; Donald Trump was a buffoon who surely wasn’t going to beat Hillary Clinton and Mark was living the married suburban ideal, since then it’s all gone to absolute shit! But don’t worry as Mark thinks Every Little Thing’s Gonna Be Alright.

Interesting, engaging, funny The Mirror

Mark’s sell-out show Who Do I Think I Am, revealed his natural father was a world backgammon champion. Now the star of Radio 4’s Mark Steel’s in Town, and newspaper columnist of the year is touring a show which is guaranteed to make the world seem even more mental than it is. Mark has written and presented many series of Mark Steel’s In Town on BBC Radio 4 (new series out soon) and toured it live around the UK. Mark has presented the BAFTA nominated Mark Steel Lectures for BBC2, is a regular on BBC One’s Have I Got News For You and Radio 4’s The News Quiz. He’s also appeared on BBC2’s QI and Room 101. Mark has written several acclaimed books, including: Reasons To Be Cheerful and What’s Going On and he writes a weekly column for The Independent for which he won Columnist of the Year at the Press Awards in 2015.

Sweet Caroline – The ultimate tribute to Neil Diamond Fri 15 March, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £25.50 The good times never seemed so good… introducing Sweet Caroline, the ultimate tribute to Neil Diamond featuring Gary Ryan, as seen on ‘Stars in Their Eyes’. Taking it back to where it began, this musical journey celebrates 50 years of a legend. From Brooklyn to Hollywood, Neil Diamond has left a legacy of great songs which have been covered by every great vocalist. Spanning all genres from the Reggae of Red Red Wine, through the Country of Cracklin’ Rosie, and the Hollywood music of The Jazz Singer.

From the producers of Fastlove and The Magic of Motown, celebrate the music that has endured through six generations as we bring you all things Diamond with a sensational live show. Enjoy all the hits such as, Forever In Blue Jeans, America and Love On The Rocks and of course, the unforgettable Sweet Caroline. This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.

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Legend – The Music of Bob Marley Sat 16 March, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £24.00 Reggae for the world... When you think Reggae, there is only one name that comes to your mind. The legend that was Bob Marley. Legend, the music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianship, and a supremely talented cast. Together they recreate the timeless hits Could You Be Loved, Is This Love, One Love, No Woman No Cry, Three Little Birds, Jammin’, Buffalo Soldier, Get Up Stand Up, I Shot the Sheriff and many more reggae classics.

This two-hour rasta spectacular will leave audiences on a natural high. Legend – The Music of Bob Marley captures the charisma and culture of an icon gone too soon. This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/ estates/management companies or similar shows.Prepare yourself for 40 back-to-back classic Motown hits, glittering costume changes, dazzling dance moves and outstanding musicianship in this explosive concert experience. Celebrate the sound of a generation as the timeless music of Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops,

Martha Reeves, Jackson 5, Smokey Robinson and more, are sensationally recreated for you by an exceptionally talented cast and band. This breath-taking concert spectacular takes you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Ain’t No Mountain, Signed Sealed Delivered, Grapevine, Get Ready, Dancing In The Streets, My Girl, Blame It On The Boogie, Uptight, Endless Love, My Cherie Amor, All Night Long, Heatwave and many, many more.

Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer

fantastically entertaining night!

Tues 16 March, 8pm Met Studio

Secret Sounds

Tickets £10.50

With their unique onstage-chemistry and their widely praised harmonies, the Anglo-German duo ‘Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer’ entertain and engage their audiences wherever they perform. With their fine mixture of original material and folk club favourites they craft a show of “songs with groove and goosebumps guaranteed”, as the Stuttgart press put it recently. In addition to their UK tours, these “two exceptional musicians” (ditto) have established a significant reputation in Ireland and Germany and therefore sometimes the odd German folk song, or even a German ‘joke’ will find its way into a “fantastically entertaining night” (Secret Sounds).

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Dinosaur World Live Mon 18 & Tues 19 March Gatehouse Theatre Monday 4.30pm, Tuesday10.30am & 4.30pm Tickets £14.00

Ages 3+

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Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across unchartered territories to discover a prehistoric world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s

favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus! A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Don’t miss this entertaining and mindexpanding jurassic adventure, live on stage. Book now before tickets become extinct!

Great fun. Highly

The perfect family show.

A spectacular interactive show!

recommended for all ages

Educational and entertaining

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A Very Special Evening with Russell Watson Wed 20 March, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £45.50

He sings like Pavarotti, and entertains the audience like Sinatra The New York Times

Join four-time Brit Classical Award winner Russell Watson for a very special evening, accompanied by his pianist and guest choir. Having sold more than seven million albums worldwide, Russell Watson is firmly established as the UK’s best-selling classical crossover artist of all time. To date, his illustrious career has included performances for Her Majesty The Queen, The Pope and two US Presidents. Captivating to watch and enchanting to listen to, Russell continues to wow audiences with his enigmatic and entertaining live performances.

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Julian Clary Born To Mince Thur 21 March, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £25.00, £23.50 conc. Are you ready for some filth? I know I am. It’s been a while since I sallied forth to pleasure the provinces with my particular brand of saucy innuendo. Let me at them!’ In this outrageously camp new show, (that he was going to call Bed Knobs and Knee Pads but was advised might not sell too well in Harrogate), renowned homosexual Julian Clary will bare his soul as never before in the interests of light entertainment.

Julian Clary unleashes a tsunami of smut The Guardian

He’ll murder some well known songs along the way, no doubt, read you a sneak preview from his next memoir A Night At the Lubricant and make withering remarks about punters foolish enough to sit in the front row.You know the kind of thing. It’s the only life he knows. Don’t miss out. This might well be the final mince…

Roy Orbison & The Traveling Wilburys Experience 30th Anniverary Tour Fri 22 March, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £23.50 ‘Roy Orbison and the Traveling Wilburys Experience’ will take you on a journey through the story of the Wilburys,with expert narrative and BIG SCREEN ACTION. This 30th Anniversary Special is absolutely unmissable. Featuring tributes to Jeff Lynne, George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison and Bob Dylan. All the Traveling Wilbury hits and classics are in the show, Handle with Care, End of the Line and many more. Totally unique to this production are five authentic Lookalike-Sound-alike’s to this famous Supergroup, enabling the show to explore the Solo Hits of the band. Mr Blue Sky, Pretty Woman, Blowin in the Wind, Here Comes the Sun, and Runnin Down a Dream are just a few of the Million-Selling hits you’ll hear throughout the show. This joyous, up-tempo feel-good celebration of classic pop music is guaranteed to give you a night to remember.

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The Chicago Blues Brothers Sat 23 March, 7.30pm Gatehouse theatre Tickets Adults £24.50

The award-winning spectacular is Europe’s biggest and best-loved production of the Blues Brothers.The show is a high-octane, adrenaline-pumping musical mash-up which has jump started the legacy of Jake and Elwood for a new generation with its modern twist on this cult classic and an energy and spirit that is impossible to resis Back with a Brand new mission for 2018 The Chicago Blues Brothers are heading for Detroit to take on some of the Biggest and most loved Motown anthems along with all the Blue Brothers classics you know and

love. With hit’s from Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Sam and Dave, James Brown, The Temptations. The Four Tops, Jackson 5 and the Supremes this promises to be the biggest party show the UK has ever seen. Backed by the multi award winning CBB Band and the incredible Sweet Soul Sisters, a new stage set and state of the art full stage projection – this is one show you can’t afford to miss. The Chicago Blues Brothers is a joyous hoot, a musical riot, a juiced-up jamboree of the coolest, funkiest soul,

Ben Fogle: Tales From The Wilderness Sun 24 March, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £25.50 Join Ben Fogle, a modern day journeyman, for an unforgettable evening of storytelling and adventure. In this uplifting and inspiring show Ben will be sharing his tales from swimming with crocodiles to conquering Mount Everest. From crossing Antarctica to rowing the Atlantic Ocean. From the animal’s of Longleat to New Lives in The Wild. From a year Castaway on an island in the Outer Hebrides to the world stinging nettle eating championships. The much-loved TV adventurer will recount, with warmth and honesty, his thrilling tales. If you like Ben’s TV shows then you’ll love this personal and intimate evening of inspiring stories from around the world.

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The Real Full Monty KMAC Charity event Mon 25 & Wed 27 March, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £20.00 Age guidance over 18s only

An evening of fun, laughter and entertainment with comedy, music, magic and dance. Based on the ITV show The Real Full Monty. A night to guarantee laughter and tears as ordinary people take on extraordinary roles. Includes nudity and adult humour.

Jethro – The Count of Cornwall Thur 28 March, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £20.50 Age guidance over 18s only Following 60 sold out shows last year, “The Count of Cornwall” is back again with his unique style of comedy. Jethro will probably be remembered for years to come with so many people loving this Hilarious country style. He is considered by many as the greatest comedy story teller that ever lived. Having produced 20 DVDs over the years there are some old favourites and many new tales told in a way only a count could. What a silly count he is

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Gary Delaney ‘Gagster’s Paradise’

A cavalcade of brilliantly inventive puns Guardian

Sat 30 March, 7.30pm MET Studio

A master craftsman Times

Tickets £16.50 Age guidance 16+ One of Britain’s leading one-liner comics returns to the road with another onslaught of lean, expertly crafted gaggery. A Mock The Week regular and recent star of the new Live At The Apollo series, Gary’s shows are renowned in the business for a near unrivalled volume of high-class gags.You should expect no different from this, his brand new tour for 2018. Please note Coolio will not be appearing.

One of Britain’s

More quality jokes in one hour than most comics

grandmasters of the one-liner

have in their entire careers... Quite brilliant

Chortle

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The Circus of Horrors Sat 30 March, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £22.50 Imagine a brilliant rock show combined with amazing, bizarre & dare devil Circus acts, a stella light show and all performed with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek. If Quentin Tarantino had directed Cirque Du Soleil you would be half way there. The Circus of Horrors is back with a bang & a brand new show, Psycho Asylum which includes an amazing

amalgamation of acts, driven by a rock n roll sound scape, a show that will have you sat on the edge of your seat when not falling off it with laughter.

vixens, flaming hula hooping divas, hair hangers, strong men, whirlwind acrobats, twisted contortionists, sinister aerialists, the darkest of Magic & lots lots more.

The almighty cast that stormed into the finals of Britain’s Got Talent is now a West End & World Wide Hit will take you on a roller coaster ride of sword swallowers, cross bow & knife trowing ultra

It is a circus like no other and a show you simply can’t afford to miss.

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Jinx Monsoon & Major Scales: Ginger Snapped Sat 1 April, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £18.50, £16.50 conc. Meet & Greet £22.50

It’s therapy you can dance to!

Following last year’s total sell-out tour RU PAUL’S DRAG RACE favourite JINKX MONSOON and lyrical genius MAJOR SCALES return to showcase new music from their upcoming album... however Jinkx worries that her best years are behind her. In order to avoid a breakdown of diva proportions Major must act as both pianist and therapist to the Manic Miss Monsoon. Music and mental health collide in this witty, biting look at the dark side of Drag fame. Jinkx Monsoon is the alter ego of Jerick Hoffer, who graduated with a degree in theatrical performance from Cornish College in Seattle. With twelve years’ experience on stage, Hoffer is a seasoned Portland-born entertainer who has captured the attention of his native northwest region. As early as 2006, Hoffer appeared as the lead dancer in the world’s largest drag queen chorus line, which made the Guinness Book of World Records. By 2012, he had advanced to roles in Seattle theaters, playing Moritz in “Spring Awakening” (produced by Balagan Theatre) and Angel in “Rent” (produced by The 5th Avenue Theatre). In 2016, Hoffer played Hedwig in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” (produced by Balagan Theatre and Seattle Theatre Group). Major Scales is the evil twin of Richard Andriessen, a musician, writer and performer based in Seattle. He has written everything from award-winning New York shows on the east coast to music for amateur adult films on the west.

Carl Hutchinson: I Know I Shouldn’t Behave Like This... Joyously funny... Great self-effacing warmth... Brilliant

Thur 4 April, 8pm MET Studio

characterisations & expert timing. Theatre Bath, Bath

Tickets £12.50

As seen on Comedy Central’s Stand Up Central and The Chris Ramsey Show & following a sold-out 2017 tour. Geordie comedian Carl Hutchinson is back with a brand new show ‘I Know I Shouldn’t Behave Like This…’ From buying a house to having kids, Carl takes his unique adolescent approach to grown up issues. Join Hutchinson with his stories and observations that’s had crowds laugh their heads off year after year.

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Showstopper! The Improvised Musical Thur 4 April, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £21 2016 Olivier Award Winners – Best Entertainment and Family Show Spontaneous musical comedy at its absolute finest - direct from the West End and now heading to Stafford Gatehouse Theatre! With eleven years as an Edinburgh Fringe must-see phenomenon, a BBC Radio 4 series, a critically acclaimed West End run and an Olivier Award to their name, The Showstoppers have delighted audiences across the globe with their ingenious blend of comedy, musical theatre and spontaneity.

A brand new musical comedy is created from scratch at each performance of this award-winning show as audience suggestions are transformed on the spot into allsinging, all-dancing productions with hilarious results. These incredible performers are guaranteed to impress as they create shows packed with drama, dazzling dance routines and catchy melodies – it’s just all made up on the spot!

So polished, it defies belief. Daily Telegraph

Achingly funny... Worth seeing again and again. Time Out Critics’ Choice

The Tiger Who Came to Tea Fri 5 April & Sun 6 April 2019 1.30pm & 4.30pm on Friday Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £14.50 Family Ticket £50.00

11am & 2pm on Saturday

A musical play adapted and directed by DAVID WOOD, based on the book by JUDITH KERR.

A rare and grrreat achievement Daily Telegraph

Running time: approx 55 minutes (no interval).

Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour, celebrating over 10 years on stage! The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger! Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem... expect to be surprised!

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Marilyn Fri 5 April – Sat 6 April MET Studio Tickets £15.50, concessions £13.50 Did we really know who she was? Did she? This playful and poignant play is Marilyn’s story, told by her - alone in her dressing room. Not the girl in that white dress with the pouting red lips and the curvaceous figure but Marilyn stripped back and bare - just an ordinary girl telling her story. Direct from it’s West End run, Breakthrough Theatre presents this brand new, one-woman show that follows the dark and thrill-filled life of the iconic Marilyn Monroe.

The BBC Big Band Nat King Cole: 100 Mon 8 April, 7.30pm MET Studio Tickets £27.00 Featuring world-class live music, alongside projected archive images, The BBC Big Band and their special guest vocalist, Atila, present a very special concert celebrating the centenary of the birth of Nat ‘King’ Cole. Through a diverse and unique repertoire, arranged and curated by the BBC Big Band and their conductor, Barry Forgie, the concert celebrates the music of perhaps the most iconic vocalists of the Twentieth Century - whose legacy and influence continues to form a cornerstone popular culture and crossed the boundaries of jazz and popular music. Featuring classic versions of Nat’s most famous songs, alongside a selection of music from the orchestras that Nat loved to work with through his incredible career, all alongside a backdrop of projected images, makes this an evening of world-class entertainment which is not to be missed.

They brilliantly continue the tradition of Big Band music. As such they are important, as well as marvellous! Michael Parkinson

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Legends of Irish music & song The FUREYS, renowned for their hit songs ‘I will love you’, ‘When you were sweet 16’, ‘The Green fields of France’, ‘The old man’, ‘Red rose café’, ‘From Clare to here’, ‘Her father didn’t like me anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’, ‘Steal away’ etc return to Stafford Gatehouse Theatre on Wednesday 10th April 2019.

The Fureys Wed 10 April, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre

The FUREYS have been entertaining audiences worldwide for 41 years, audiences that have included former Australian Prime Minister John Howard, Former Irish President Mary McAleese and the late Pope John Paul while Tony Blair has publicly stated his favourite peace song of all time is the FUREYS “Green Fields of France” and President Michael D Higgins attended their last concert in National Concert Hall.

Their folk based music has received standing ovations in some of the biggest concert halls of the world and they credit their musical ability to their parents, Ted and Nora, who were well known musicians themselves. They encouraged their sons to play music from a very early age and there was live traditional music in their house almost nightly.

The FUREYS are responsible for some of the most stirring music ever to capture the public imagination.

A FUREYS concert is always a night to remember

Tickets £23.00

Their emotive songs stir many emotions….tears and laughter, sadness and joy.

The Opera Boys Leading men from London’s West End combine in a powerhouse of vocal harmony to deliver a stunning blend of music ranging from Opera to Pop, and everything in between. Operatic arias and classical favourites from ‘Nessun Dorma’ to ‘Time to say goodbye’ are mixed with showstoppers from ‘Les Miserables’ and ‘Phantom of the Opera’ right through to ‘Jersey Boys’. The show also features brand new classical arrangements of modern day pop hits, all performed in The Opera Boys inimitable style. With beautiful vocal arrangements, spectacular close part harmony and a great line in humour, Making classical music accessible to the masses, The Opera Boys combine their exceptional classically trained voices with their experience, showmanship and personality to deliver a wonderfully entertaining show not to be missed! The boys trained at some of the UK’s finest schools including The Royal Academy of Music, and have each

Thurs 11 April, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £20.50, £19.50 conc. become highly successful performers in their own right. Between them they have performed lead roles on London’s West End and on Broadway in New York. They have performed as backing vocalists to some of the world’s biggest superstars including Russell Watson, Robbie Williams, Tom Jones and Elton John, and in 2015 one of the boys appeared as part of the Belgian entry for The Eurovision Song Contest, performing to a global audience of 200 million, and placing a very respectable 4th in the competition! Together the boys have performed in theatres and concert halls throughout the UK and have been lucky enough to travel all over the world performing their show.

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The Illegal Eagles Fri 12 April, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £25.00 Following continued public demand the World’s Official No.1 tribute to the legendary rock band return in 2019 for more stunning vocals, tight harmonies and awesome guitar riffs! Described as ‘flawless’ by The Express, The Illegal Eagles are internationally renowned for their outstanding ability to recreate the Eagles’ distinctive sound with both flare and incredible authenticity.

The Eagles’ famous harmonies were sublimely replicated

Featuring all of the Eagles’ classic hits including Hotel California, Take it to the Limit, Life in the Fast Lane, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado and many more!

Jess Robinson: No Filter Sat 13 April, 8pm MET Studio Tickets £12.50 Age guidance 12+

It’s like a mega-concert with all your favourite stars ITV

Multi-award-winning Jess Robinson is back with a new show! With more spot-on celebrity impressions, musical comedy and stunning vocal gymnastics. Jess takes you on a dizzying journey through hilarious improvised musical impressions, serving up a feast of styles and genres from classical to rock to hip hop showcasing the voices of all your favourite celebs. As seen on Murder in Successville (BBC3), Dead Ringers (BBC2), The Week That Wasn’t (Sky1), The Now Show (BBC R4) and The Last Leg (C4).

Naturally funny. Pitch perfect Daily Telegraph

Her talent and showmanship is stunning Chortle

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Whitney Queen Of The Night Sat 13 April, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £25.50 Brought to you by the Producers of the smash hit Tina Turner show, ‘What’s love got to do with it?’ A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award winning production features a sensational line-up of musicians and artistes, and together with a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in the spirit of Whitney, deliver a show that exceeds expectation on every level. Taking us on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hit’s that include, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I’m Every Woman, My Love is Your Love, So Emotional Baby, Run to You, Saving All My Love, I will Always Love You, and many more, this show beautifully remembers the most highly awarded female artiste in the world ever! Whitney’s one true legacy was her music which touched most of us at some time in our lives. Share her life and get ready for the greatest love of all in Queen of the Night! Hearts were pounding, feet tapping, people were feeling so good. It was a great performance and night; a must-see for Whitney fans. Rita Brown.The Press & Journal.

The Wizard Of Oz − Easter 2019 Wed 17 April, 2.30pm & 6pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £19.00, concessions £17.00 Family Ticket £67

It’s time to click your heels as Shone Productions take you over the rainbow in their fantastic production of The Wizard Of Oz. Star Cast to be announced.

great and powerful Wizard Of Oz, this won’t be easy as the Wicked Witch is determined to stop them by any means necessary!

Join Dorothy and her cute dog Toto as they enter the wonderful Land Of Oz. During their travels down the yellow brick road they meet some lovely friends including a Scarecrow, Tin Man and a Lion. They travel to see the

With a superb cast, live band, brilliant scenery and costumes you can’t miss this spectacular, fun family show. Also everyone will have the chance to meet the cast after the show.

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The Story of Guitar Heroes Thurs 18 April, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £25.00 THE STORY OF GUITAR HEROES “If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show!” We all love a bit of guitar wielding in a song, it’s iconic, soulful and – oh what a beautiful instrument! The Story of Guitar Heroes is an awe-inspiring, dynamic show which transports you through time: from the 1950’s with artistes such as Chuck Berry and Hank Marvin from The Shadows, including gifted legends such as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page, through to modern day players such as the great Brian May and the electrifying Steve Vai, to name but a few! Presented by guitar virtuoso Phil Walker - this show’s extraordinarily talented band uses over 30 guitars to recreate and accurately reproduce the sound and ambiance of each guitar hero. Featuring video footage of historical moments, with state-of-the-art lighting and delivered with a light hearted vibe – this makes for a truly sensational and enjoyable evening. Now in its 5th year, The Story of Guitar Heroes has become increasingly popular not only with many guitar players and musicians, but with people and families of all ages. Don’t miss out on this spectacular show.You won’t be disappointed!

Lyngo Theatre presents Tom Thumb Thur 18 April, 11.30am & 2pm MET Studio

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Tickets £20.50 Family ticket £40.00 Ages 3+ One night tiny Tom overhears Mum and Dad talking - there’s nothing left to eat so they are going to leave him and his six brothers in the forest! Outwitting his parents and the ogre Tom shows everybody that even though he is small he is still mighty as he protects his brothers, finds the treasure and makes sure they’ll never be hungry again. Performed entirely on and under a kitchen table this wee wonder of a show is full of Lyngo magic with feathery spinning birds, a flying house and a portable forest. Cbeebies Patrick Lynch, who has been performing it for more than a decade, brings this classic story to life in a playful and fascinating show. A show by Marcello Chiarenza Adapted and performed by Patrick Lynch

Original music by Carlo Cialdo Capelli Assistant director Gianni Bissaca Design assistant Elena Marini

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the gatehouse theatre tots Monday Mornings... 9.30am − 10.00am Rhyme Time £3 (0-12 months) 10.15am − 11.00am Story Box £4 (Story Box: 3+) 11.15am − 12.00am Wiggle & Jiggle £4 (Wiggle Jiggle: 2+) Sing along to favourite nursery rhymes and participate in a sensory play activity. For babies who are non walking, designed to stimulate the imagination through exploring the senses! Story Box What characters will be in the Story Box today? Read a story with the Gatehouse Story Bear and explore it further with acting out activities and arts and crafts! Wiggle & Jiggle Wiggly, jiggly, dancing fun! Designed for tots that can move, a weekly workshop encouraging play and movement to music.

We Are What We Overcome

Songs with substance, somewhere between Folk,

Fri 19 April, 7.30pm MET Studio

Gospel & pure Rock n Roll

Tickets £11.00, £10.00 conc.

Alan Titchmarsh TV Presenter

Moments of bright energy shine through

We Are What We Overcome Written and Performed by Matt McGuinness

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Fresh from a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe, musician, performer and writer Matt McGuinness presents his debut show as part of a UK tour. Uplifting, authentic tunes punctuate stories and conversation, shedding light on mental health with self-deprecating honesty and dark humour. This show is for anyone who has ever overcome one of life’s many challenges or is battling to do so. A 55-minute show with time to continue the chat afterwards. We Are What We Overcome is supported by Mind, The Samaritans and the Mental Health Foundation. Mental Health Awareness Week 13th − 19th May 2019 www.mattmcguinness.co.uk

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Midge Ure Fri 19 April, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £23.50 Midge Ure returns to the UK theatre circuit in early 2019 with a new show......well, almost new! 25 years ago, Midge presented a theatre show with a Q&A element to it....and the plan for 2019 is to revisit an updated version of the concept. “Songs and Stories” if you like. This time he’ll be playing with his multi instrumentalists Cole Stacey and Joe O’Keefe (who also open the show playing their own original material as India Electric Company). There is plenty to talk about too while covering a 40 year professional career, Ultravox, Solo work, Band Aid, his Orchestrated CD from 2017 ...and anything YOU the audience can think of to ask him!

Midge will be performing songs from the Ultravox catalogue alongside his solo work and there will be an opportunity for suggestions from the crowd to pick a song for them to perform as well, so the show will be a selection of material that will satisfy the fans and please the curious...and it’s not often you get to suggest the play list!

Glenn Wool: Wool’s Gold II (The Iron Pirate) Thur 25 April, 8pm MET Studio Tickets £14.50 Comfortably in his forties, award-winning comedian & new dad Wool delves into his back catalogue of material spanning 25 years to perform some of his more subversive routines. Does he still agree with those points of view or has he finally grown up? Plus a little navel gazing tossed in for the arty-farty types. Absolutely

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Bess - The Commoner Queen Fri 26 April, 8pm MET Studio Tickets £14 An ambitious one-woman show presented as a seamless mix of powerful live performance and luscious film shot on location at Hardwick Hall. A unique insight into the political intrigues of Elizabethan England, as witnessed first-hand by “Bess of Hardwick”. Bess was the closest female friend and Lady-in-Waiting to Elizabeth I and, at the same time, confidante to Mary Queen of Scots, whom Bess and her 4th husband (the Earl of Shrewsbury) kept under “house-arrest” for over 15 years until Mary’s execution.

Born a farmer’s daughter, Bess “the commoner queen” rose to become the richest woman in Elizabethan England. She created the Cavendish dynasty and became a maker of queens. Her granddaughter, Arbella Stuart, was second-in-line to James I and groomed by Bess to become queen and Bess counts amongst her descendants our current Queen Elizabeth II and her heirs to the throne via Lady Diana Spencer.

The Stars Are Coming Out Tonight Sat 27 April, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £18.00, £16.00 conc. Price includes booking fee

Elton wow!

Lynn Sweet, a little lady

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with a big voice

David Grant BBC Vocal Coach

Alan Titchmarsh TV Presenter

STARS ARE COMING OUT TONIGHT An evening of Nostalgia & Music, like never seen before! Join KYLIE, ELTON & BUDDY as they take us on a musical journey from the 50’s, right up up to the modern day.Variety club award winner Lynn Sweet pays tribute to the sounds of those 60’s Divas Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark & Cilla Black. And comedian Lee Carroll ( BBC’s STAND UP SHOW, SKY’s STAND & DELIVER) plays for laughs throughout this seamless production. Recently voted the UK’s Number One tribute Cheryl Hadley As KYLIE, rogue Minogue, Martin Cox’s Absolutely ELTON JOHN is simply unrivalled, Then add the wonderful Paul Birch, and it’s all about BUDDY HOLLY, you have the ultimate Tribute and Variety show rarely seen on stage in one performance. So join us for an evening of comedy, nostalgia and song that is guaranteed to be an event never to be forgotten.

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The Full Monty Tue 30 April − Sat 4 May Gatehouse Theatre Tickets from £14.50

7.30pm, plus a 2.30pm matinee on Saturday 4 May

Parental Advisory: (This show contains nudity, and strong language)

When the local steel worksfactory closes and the only work available is low paid and menial, what’s a mantodo? But after hearing how much thelocal ladies enjoyed a touring male stripper act, the answer is simple for twounemployed steel workers: stage a ‘One Night Only’ performance to rival The Chippendales! Only they’ll go one better andgo ‘The Full Monty’! The not-so-minor problem? Alack of talent, looks, physique and – oh yeah - men! But if itmeans a quick-fix financial solution to help settle his belated child supportpayments, then Jerry is determined to find the additional men from the factorycastoffs and make this work. What starts as a money-makingventure soon becomes a journey of self-discovery and friendship, as the menlearn that the whole is greater than the sum of their parts. But will thisnew-found camaraderie give them the courage to bare it all? ‘The Full Monty’ musicalis based on the smash hit movie of the same name, and with a fast-paced book byTerence McNally (‘Ragtime’, ‘Catch Me if You Can’) and a high energyscore by David Yazbek (‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’), this heartwarming,upbeat comedy will have audiences screaming for more! Nominated for ten Tony Awards,‘The Full Monty’, is full of razor-sharp humour, honest affection,engaging melodies and the most highlyanticipated closing number of any show ever! Join Musical Theatre Stafford as they get ready to DROP EVERYTHING!

Library of Screams

The Nelson Brothers

Thurs 2 May, 7.30pm MET Studio

Sat 4 May, 7.30pm MET Studio

Tickets £12

Classic spine-tinglers from the Golden Age of Horror are given a new lease of blood in this original stage chiller. Join the mysterious librarian, Nathaniel Caldicott as he shares several curious tales of the macabre and the mysterious based on works by E.F. Benson and W.H.Harvey. Philip Jennings performs in a show scripted by Jonathan Goodwin, and directed by Gary Archer.

We grew up in Stafford, in a house full of music. Our dad won a singing competition in Stafford Borough Hall when he was sixteen. He dabbled on the piano, banjo and clarinet and encouraged us to follow our dream. His record collection consisted mostly of American country music, Jim Reeves, Johnny Cash, Eddy Arnold along with other favourites like Al Jolson and Bing Crosby. All have had an influence on our musical styles. In our late teens we were introduced to the folk world by our good friend Roger Peet: Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen and the brit folk of Donovan, Martin Carthy and Fairport Convention.

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“Imagine” The John Lennon Story Sun 5 May, 7.30pm Gatehouse theatre Tickets £23.50 Imagine The John Lennon Story, tells the legendary story of John Lennon, from his dramatic rise to fame as a Beatle through to his iconic solo career. “Imagine” showcases all John Lennon’s greatest hits, including the eponymous Imagine, Jealous Guy, Give Peace a Chance, Starting Over, Come Together, Strawberry Fields Forever, All You Need Is Love and many more! A beautifully crafted masterpiece of musical theatre, “Imagine” features authentic instrumentation, evocative costume and flawless live recreations of John Lennon’s songbook, to wow even the most ardent Beatles and Lennon fan. Truly a show not to be missed! Starring the globally renowned and Liverpool’s own Jimmy Coburn (The Cavern Club; Let It Be; The Sessions at Abbey Road),

Brother Wolf presents A Lesson from Auschwitz an extremely powerful and thought provoking show. Long will it be remembered. Four Shires Magazine

this production should

Tue 7 May, 8pm MET Studio Tickets £15.50, £13.50 conc Age guidance 15+

be seen by all − especially in the light of recent events. Carolin Kopplin, UK Theatre Network

In 1941, Rudolf Höss, Commandant of the Nazi concentration camp known as Auschwitz, assembled his SS personnel in a secret meeting with the express purpose of introducing a new method for exterminating Europe’s Jews: Zyklon B, a deadly poison gas. Every soldier in attendance was sworn to secrecy, and no one questioned its usage. No one except a lone Jewish prisoner, forced to participate and humiliated throughout; the very prisoner upon which this “lesson” would be demonstrated. Based upon real events, ‘A Lesson from Auschwitz’ explores how and why the Nazis did what they did, shedding light on the mentality of the perpetrators and the disturbing reality of life in a death camp. Written, Produced and Directed by James Hyland

Performed by Michael Shon and James Hyland

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Stafford and Stone’s Gotta Dance Wed 8 – Fri 10 May Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £15.00 Including 50p booking fee

Once again over 25 Schools from all over Stafford and Stone descend upon the Stage for the 2019 Schools Gotta Dance shows. 1000 young people will be participating in four nights of ballet, street, cheerleading, contemporary, jazz, and much more. The schools will be supported by the Stafford Sports and Performance Dance Academy and local, young, talented singers.

7pm, plus a 5pm matinee on Friday 10 May

Horrible Histories: Brand New Barmy Britain Sun 12 May, 1pm & 4pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £14.50, conc. £12.50, Family Ticket £50.00 We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage with a brand new West End show that has never toured before featuring all new scenes! Would you be shaken or stirred by Richard III? Mount a mutiny against King Henry VIII! See Mary Tudor knock the spots off Mary Queen of Scots! Will Queen Elizabeth I endure her terrible teeth? Would you be hanged by King James I for being a witch? Peep into the world of Samuel Pepys and help Georgian detectives find the headless man! Take a trip into the night with the night soil men and discover how to survive the first ever train ride! It’s the history of Britain with the nasty bits left in! This show appeared at the Apollo Theatre in the West End as ‘Barmy Britain Part Four’ summer 2018

It’s the history of Britain with the nasty bits left in

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David Starkey A Monarchy of Misfits? Tue 14 May, 7pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £17.50 The marriage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, when the second son of the Prince of Wales married a divorced American actress of mixed race and uncertain religion, was seen as marking a fundamental modernisation of the British monarchy. Actually, it was only a return the 14th century when one of the many sons of King Edward III married a twice-divorced merry widow who’d eloped with her first husband at the age of 12; another a partMoorish Spanish princess who (it is claimed) was a direct descendent of the Prophet Muhammad; while a third wed the au pair! This talk traces the radically shifting marriage customs of the British monarchy, from the laxity of the Middle Ages, through the stringencies of the Hanoverians, to the house of Windsor and its sometimes contorted adaptations to the realities of modern family life.

The Bon Jovi Experience Wed 15 May, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets Adults £23.00 Have you seen this guy he looks so much like Jon Bon Jovi it’s freaky man Chad Kroeger (Nickelback)

The Bon Jovi Experience are the worlds first and finest tribute to the great Bon Jovi and are the worlds ONLY tribute to have been requested by and to have performed live on stage with Jon

Bon Jovi himself. They are also the only tribute to have been featured on the official Bon Jovi website. Radio 2’s Chris Evans also said that they were the best tribute band he had ever seen

The best tribute I’ve ever seen Jon Bon Jovi

The band have toured to ecstatic audiences the world over… not to be missed.

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Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream Fri 17 May, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £20.50 A Celebration Of Power Trio Class Just like their forebears,Voodoo Room are a classic three piece. First up is journey-man guitarist, Peter Orr. He has been thrilling audiences throughout the UK and Europe for nearly 3 decades, mashing up classic riff based rock anthems, with the energy and style evocative of their time. His jaw dropping solos and epic vocal styling’s, have wowed all those lucky enough to experience this virtuoso inject new life into the classics... The Engine Room of this power trio is the stunning rhythm section of Andy Tolman & John Tonks.

Their superlative credentials include: Massive Attack, Duran Duran, Sting, Thunder, Bryan Adams, Fish, Stevie Winwood etc etc... not to mention Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce and many more! Together they form this mighty, retro, rocking machine that is “Voodoo Room” - their mission: To deliver the all time great Cream and Hendrix numbers, with the true passion and energy worthy of these true master pieces! This show is beyond any tribute, its a celebration of pure power trio class!! So don’t miss the opportunity to experience the thrill of this musical ride as it was back then. experience the magic with “Voodoo Room.”

Rich Hall’s Hoedown Wed 22 May, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £18.00

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Rich Hall’s critically acclaimed new show begins its second leg of touring. There has never been a better time to be an American comedian in the UK. Hall’s precision dismantling of the tenuous relationship between two countries is as freewheeling and deadly accurate as ever. His BBC Four documentaries, most recently Rich Hall’s Countrier Than You and Rich Hall’s Presidential Grudge Match and BBC Radio 4 series Rich Hall’s (US Election) Breakdown have built him a new legion of followers, as has appearances on Have I Got News For You and QI. But if you’ve only ever seen Hall on TV, you’ve short-changed yourself.

guaranteed good show Scotland on Sunday Blissfully Funny Guardian

The Hoedown begins as a withering dissection of Trump’s America, but ends up being a celebration of Americana. There’s stand-up, improvised ballads, cracking good musicianship, and ultimately a hilarious, foot-stomping, shit-kicking good time to be had by all. Even if you don’t own a hoe.

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Tina Turner Experience – Simply the Best Tue 21 May, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £20.00, conc. £18.00

This fully live energetic show charts the life and career of one of the worlds iconic performers. Full of hits like “Private Dancer”, “Nutbush City Limits”, “Proud Mary”, “River Deep Mountain High” and “Let’s Stay Together” to name but a few, this show is the ultimate night out. The concert style show features a 7-piece band making this the only completely live touring tribute to this multi award winning legend. Powerful vocals, backing singers and fabulous professional dancers with electrifying dance routines make!

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The Dan Walsh Trio Wed 22 May, 8pm MET Studio Stafford’s own award winning banjo maestro Dan Walsh combines ‘virtuoso playing

and winning songwriting’ (MORNING STAR). After a successful first tour last year, Tickets £12.50 this exciting new trio are touring their new album. The trio features award winning fiddler Ciaran Algar and long time collaborator Nic Zuppardi on mandolin. At the heart of the trio’s sound is British, Irish and American folk music delivered with a healthy dose of funky grooves. Add to all that poignant songs, astonishing musical departures and lively humour and the result is sure to be a truly memorable live show featuring three of the most in demand musicians on the folk scene today.

Al Murray – Landlord of Hope and Glory Tour 2019

The Landlord in full cry is a

Thurs 23 May, 8pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £28.00

wondrous sight. Brilliant! Mail on Sunday

Citizens of Hope and Glory! Our new tomorrow beckons. A new tomorrow that smells reassuringly of yesterday, but with wifi. One last heave and we will be there. And when the going gets tough the tough get going. Although the going won’t get tough and anyone who tells you it is going to be tough is lying. Come join me to marvel at the majesty of our green and pleasant land. A land just off the coast of France, except now it feels a little bit further away. Join me to step backwards into the future.

Mark Beaumont – Around the World in 80 Days Fri 24 May, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre

Around the World in 80 Days - Mark Beaumont set out to make this Victorian fiction a two wheeled reality. Having smashed the circumnavigation cycling World Record twice in his career, he now holds this 18,000 mile title in a time of 78 days and 14 hours, averaging 240 miles a day. Over the past decade, Mark’s epic documentaries have taken viewers to over 100 countries, into the Arctic, the high mountains and around the Commonwealth, also surviving capsize in the mid-Atlantic. Showing films and photography, these events are a fascinating insight into Mark’s career of adventure.

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Tickets £16.50

The Summer of Love Sun 26 May, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £24.50, conc. £22.50 Taking you back on a nostalgic musical journey to that incredible summer of 1967 - an eclectic explosion of flowers, psychedelia, freedom, peace and love and, of course, timeless music that inspired a generation. With original 1960s film footage, The Summer Of Love also features a full live band performing songs such as ‘California Dreaming’, ‘San Francisco’, ‘Turn Turn,Turn’, ’Somebody To Love’, ’Happy Together’, ‘Brown Eyed Girl’, and over 40 more classic songs from the summer that changed the world.

Little Mix Experience Tue 28 May, 6pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £16.00 If you’re a fan of one of X Factor’s finest exports you’re sure to L.O.V.E. The Little Mix Experience! Four hugely talented girls pay tribute to one of the UK’s finest Girl-Bands. With breathtaking dance moves, replica costumes and some of the finest vocals in the UK, this is a high-energy show from beginning to end, packed with all of Little Mix’s greatest hits and suitable for all ages! Featuring songs such as DNA, Wings, Salute, Black Magic, Love Me Like You, Secret Love Song and many, many more. They look like Little Mix, They Sound like Little Mix, they are “The Little Mix Experience”

Orlando Tue 28 & Wed 29 May, 7.30pm MET Studio Tickets £16.00 From the award-winning creators of Jane Eyre: An Autobiography, Christmas Gothic, Dalloway, The Time Machine, Female Gothic and Austen’s Women. Orlando: Who is she? Who is he? Who are we? Find out in the life-affirming, comedic tale of an immortal poet, whose gender cannot be pinned down, whose spirit cannot be caged, and whose irreverent, romantic adventures across British history – from the 1500s to the present day – provide a magic-realist exploration of human identity; personal, sexual and national. Drawing on a decade’s worth of critically-acclaimed theatre-making, Dyad Productions – performer Rebecca Vaughan and writer/director Elton Townend Jones – explore what it means to find our place in the world whilst remaining utterly true to who we are. Based on the satirical 1928 novel by Virginia Woolf.

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The Amazing Adventures of Pinocchio Wed 29 May, 2.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £13.00, £11.00 conc. Immersion Theatre are thrilled to present a brand new, larger-than-life musical adaptation of the much-loved classic, Pinocchio! Based on Carlo Collodi’s fantastical children’s book, this magical story leaps off the page and onto the stage in a vibrant re-telling of Pinocchio’s extraordinary adventures. Packed with comedy, audience interaction, and a completely original score guaranteed to have you singing along from start to finish, this high energy musical promises to be the perfect treat for the whole family. You’ll have a whale of a time, no strings attached!

Singalonga The Greatest Showman Fri 31 May, 2pm & 7pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £17.00, £12.00 conc. Singalonga Productions, producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga GREASE brings you their newest show, the smash hit film musical that everyone can’t stop singing - The Greatest Showman! Look out ‘cause here it comes…. Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron and hiss Rebecca Ferguson (…or maybe not) as you experience The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible - with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud and proud as you want. And it’s marching on to the beat we drum.. Our live host will teach everyone a unique set of dance moves, show you how to use our interactive prop bags, and also get you to practice your cheers, your boos and even a few wolf whistles. It couldn’t be easier or more fun! Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential.YOU the audience will rewrite the stars! Please note this is a screening of the movie not a live stage show.

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Ruby Wax: How to Be Human Sat 1 June, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £22.50 How to be human... We can’t stop the future from arriving, no matter what drugs we’re on. But even if nearly every part of us becomes robotic, mechanical fingers crossed we’ll still have our minds. Hopefully we’ll use them for things like compassion, instead of just chasing what’s ‘better’ like a hamster on a wheel. If we can do that, we’re on the yellow brick road to happiness. With a little help from monk Gelong Thubten, who explains how the mind works, and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura who explains where everything that makes us ‘us’ can be found in the brain. How to be Human is the show you need to help you upgrade your mind as much as you’ve upgraded your iPhone.

How to be Human is the show you need to help you upgrade your mind...

Stafford and Stone Schools Gotta Sing 2019 Wed 27 February - Fri 1 March, 7pm Gatehouse Theatre Over 30 school choirs, from across the Stafford and Stone district, Tickets £13.00

will be performing on various nights The choirs will each perform a number of songs and also be joined by talented local singers.

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Old Herbaceous Fri 21 June, 7.30pm MET Studio Tickets £15.00 Described as “Downton Abbey with gardening tips”, Old Herbaceous is the humorous love story of a single-minded yet gentle man with a passion for plants and is a charming one man play which has entranced sell-out audiences all around the country over the last two years. An acute and sometimes hilarious observation of relationships between the classes in a simpler

age, Old Herbaceous is sprinkled with witticisms and epithets. The evening blossoms into tender humour, much in the traditionally understated English style of the early 20th century. As Old Herbaceous, renowned actor Giles Shenton truly lives the part of the legendary Head Gardener, Herbert Pinnegar, inviting you to feel included in a private

chat from a bygone, comforting age. Keeping you engrossed, amused and emotionally engaged from start to finish, Old Herbaceous will leave you with a feeling that, perhaps, all’s right with the world. Wonderful production... Downton Abbey with gardening tips Surrey Advertiser

An Evening with Sir Geoff Hurst Wed 5 June, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £26.00 VIP £51.00

An Evening with Englands hat trick hero, World Cup Winner Sir Geoff Hurst... Sir Geoff comes to the Gatehouse Theatre in June 2019. Back by popular demand after 2018s successful tour. He will talk amusingly about his illustrious WEST HAM & ENGLAND CAREER. Everyone that came in 2018 had a great time and we have had so many requests to do

it again So here we are back on the road with his great friend and agent Terry Baker from A1 Sporting speakers once again asking the questions. Vip ticket holders will have a chance to meet him and have a photograph with him before the show. The second half will be a question & answer session with the audience. This will be a great event for football fans!

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Gill Sims: Why Mummy Doesn’t Give A ****! Sat 6 July, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre Tickets £16.00 Author of online sensation Peter and Jane, Gill Sims is the number one best-selling author behind “WHY MUMMY DRINKS”, its follow up “WHY MUMMY SWEARS” and the recently announced “WHY MUMMY DOESN’T GIVE A...”. Join Gill as she is interviewed about her blog, books, character and much more! There will be readings from her books and also a chance to ask Gill questions from the audience. Books will be available to purchase and sign as well. Why Mummy Drinks spent over six months in the Sunday Times bestsellers Top Ten and was the number one bestselling debut hardback novel of 2017. Gill’s second book Why Mummy Swears, published in early 2018, was a Number One Sunday Times bestseller for seven consecutive weeks and has spent a total of 18

Godspell Wed 10 – Sat 13 July, 7.30pm Gatehouse Theatre

7.30pm, plus a 2.30pm matinee on Saturday 13 July

Musical Youth Theatre Stafford presents Godspell The Musical Gatehouse Theatre Book by Stephen Schwartz.

Mummy has an idea... when she can get away from all the other ideas, that the world is full of mums who go to advanced yoga classes, get tiddly on a half glass of white wine, and attend polite book clubs. Mummy does not want to go quietly into that good night, of women with sensible haircuts who live only for their family and stand in the playground trying to trump each other by bragging about their offspring’s academic achievements, extracurricular activities, and their latest overseas holidays. Instead, she clutches a large and full glass of wine, muttering ‘FML’ over and over again, until she remembers that great idea...

Tickets £14.50, conc. £12.50

Based on the Gospel according to St. Matthew, GODSPELL has regularly been performed successfully since it opened on Broadway in 1971. The first musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner Stephen Schwartz, who went on to write Pippin, Children of Eden and Wicked, GODSPELL was quickly adapted for film and, injected with contemporary references and dazzling new arrangements, it continues to be a sensation that touches audiences to this day.

weeks in the Top Ten. Since publication of her first book just over a year ago Gill has sold over half a million books.

Featuring the international hit ‘Day by Day’ along with well-known songs such as ‘All for the Best’, ‘By my Side’and ‘Light of the World’, GODSPELL is a rock opera that boasts an eclectic blend of music ranging from R&B to vaudeville. These songs are employed by a troupe of eccentric players, who tell the tale of Jesus in a new age through parables, games and storytelling, all interspersed with hefty doses of comedy. Watch as the story of Jesus’ life dances across the stage, dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion but leaving Jesus’ messages of kindness, tolerance and love to live vibrantly on. Join double NODA Award winning MYTS for this compelling tale of friendship, loyalty, forgiveness and Love. www.myts.org.uk

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Theatre 1 presents Ordinary Days and Edges Tue 16 – Fri 20 July, 7.30pm MET Studio Tickets £15.50

In this, their fifth season, Theatre 1 continue to push the envelope of contemporary studio theatre, presenting a double-bill - two oneact contemporary musicals, each set in New York. Ordinary Days tells the story of Claire, Jason, Warren and Deb and explores how their

lives connect in the most amazing ways, with an original score by Adam Gwon. Edges was the first musical by the now famous writing duo Pasek and Paul (“Greatest Showman”, “Dogfight”, “Dear Evan Hansen”), written whilst still at college. Edges is a song cycle about

the coming of age, growth and selfdiscovery of people in their 20s. The Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. For three nights and one Saturday matinee be whisked away to the magical world of Seuss!

StagedRight present Seussical 7.30pm, plus a 2.30pm matinee on Saturday 20 July

Thur 18 – Sat 20 July MET Studio Tickets £12.5, conc. £10.50

Come along and enjoy a night full of fun and song with StagedRight Stafford latest musical outing. As the schools are just about to finish why not start your summer holidays by reliving the stories of Dr Seuss “Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!

Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Tony winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty have lovingly brought to life all of our favourite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination – Jojo. The colourful characters transport us from

the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. For three nights and one Saturday matinee be whisked away to the magical world of Seuss!

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Michael Messer’s Mitra Fri 25 July, 7.30pm MET Studio Tickets £11.00, conc. £10.00 Michael Messer’s Mitra is a unique musical trio of blues slide guitar, Hindustani slide guitar, vocals and tabla rhythms. Mitra (pronounced ‘meetra’) is a trio comprising British Blues innovator and slide guitarist, Michael Messer, Hindustani slide guitar maestro from India, Manish Pingle, and London-based tabla master, Gurdain Singh Rayatt. This is more than another meeting of musicians from different cultures, this is a band with a successful album and its own unique sound; an exhilarating and highly accessible fusion of Blues and Hindustani classical music. With vocals, slide guitars and tabla, these three musicians from opposite sides of the globe create a fascinating musical journey, running from the banks of the Mississippi, via London to Mumbai and the Ganges delta. The album, Call Of The Blues, was released in 2016 and was immediately picked up by the blues and world music media, getting worldwide radio airplay and press coverage in more than 40 countries, and hitting #1 in the iTunes Blues chart. Since the release of Call Of The Blues, Michael Messer’s Mitra have done five successful UK tours, including shows at London’s Bush Hall, Musicport, Shambala, and many other festivals and venues. Michael Messer’s Mitra - nominated in the ‘Best Group of 2017’ category in the ‘Songlines Music Awards’

There’s a warm welcome at the Gatehouse Theatre Coffee Shop... Open Monday – Saturday 10.00am – 3.00pm Fully Air-Conditioned FREE Wi-Fi

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Autumn Highlights

Bootleg Shadows Saturday 7 September

The Meat Loaf Story â&#x2C6;&#x2019; Anything for Love Friday 4 October

Jim Davidson

Count Arthur Strong

Sunday 17 November

Monday 18 November

These are just a few of our great shows for the Autumn / Winter Season, check out our website for more information www.staffordgatehousetheatre.co.uk

Stafford Gatehouse Youth Theatre presents:

A Season of Musicals

Jungle Book Kids 27, 28 Feb & 1 March Tickets £7.50, conc. £6.50

Madagascar Jr

Guys & Dolls

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Tickets £5.00, conc. £4.00

Aristocats

Forbidden Broadways Greatest Hits Vol 1

27, 28, & 29 March

10, 11 & 12 April

Tickets £5.00, conc. £4.00

Tickets £8.00, conc. £7.00

If you are looking for a Christmas treat to get ‘HOOKED’ on, then look no further, the Gatehouse Theatre’s all new family pantomime PETER PAN has it all! It’s second star to the right and straight on till morning as we fly over the roof tops of London with Peter, Wendy, Michael and John to join the Lost Boys in Neverland. Based on the original JM Barrie classic tale, this production has been tailor made for the Gatehouse. With live music, stunning scenery, dazzling costumes breath taking special effects, and a hilarious script, Peter Pan has all the ingredients to be a must see show this Christmas! So join us and Captain Hook’s pirate crew as we jump aboard the Jolly Roger for this awfully big pantomime adventure. Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

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Award winning movies on Tuesday nights with Stafford Film Theatre. Showing quality British and foreign films since 1949

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Peterloo Leave No Trace Cold War Blackkklansman Wajib The Favourite The Guilty The Wife Shoplifters The Guardians The Rider Blindspotting

All films are screened at Stafford Gatehouse Theatre. Our programme starts at 7.30pm with the main feature at 7.45pm. Subject to any film’s age restriction, all are welcome and tickets can be bought from the Gatehouse box office on the night or in advance Full price: £7.00 Concessions: £6.00 Ticket prices above include the Gatehouse Theatre’s booking fee of 50p per ticket You can save money by buying a membership tickets: Membership (total price for 12 films): Full member: £59 (price per film just under £5.00) Concessions: £47 (price per film just under £4.00) On rare occasions our programme may change— please visit our website before travel

REGULAR MET COMEDY GIG! Sat 23 Feb 2019 TrĂ¨s TrĂ¨s Cabaret promises to bring you the most extravagant variety show to the secluded intimacy of The MET Studio. Featuring the hottest performers from the international cabaret scene to surprise and delight you... Dress to impress and join us for an evening of glitz, glamour and so much more. With a stellar line-up of acts soon to be announced, get your tickets now for the show that is yet again set to be talk of the town.

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Please Note Front row may change according to show. Seating in The MET Studio is sold as unallocated. You may not reserve seating or tables in The MET Studio.

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discounts & concessions Concessions are available for many performances and apply to children under 16, full time students, the over 60s and people claiming unemployment benefit. Proof of status may be required for concessionary tickets and prices are shown in brackets where they apply. Children under 2 years will be admitted free, but they must sit on the lap of their respective parent/guardian. A ‘Babes in Arms’ ticket must be booked by the adult when purchasing tickets, any children using a seat will pay the normal ticket price.

visitor centre information Stafford Gatehouse Theatre also houses our very own Visitor Information Service, with friendly and helpful staff, you can find information on regional and national events. Located in the town centre our Visitor Information Service is the perfect place for visitors and local residents alike to find out more information on events and breaks.

payment & ticket collection

Open: Monday to Saturday 9:30am5:30pm Please call 01785 619619 or visit www.visitstafford.org

Tickets can be paid for by cash, cheque or credit and debit cards. Returned tickets may be resold but are subject to administration charges.

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accessibility • Wheelchair spaces are available and should be reserved with the Box Office when booking tickets so we can ensure all seating requirements are met. Carers who assist disabled customers can qualify for a 50% discount on most shows. There is lift access to the Gatehouse Theatre and ramped access to the MET Studio as well as adapted toilets. • Seeing and hearing guide dogs are welcome. • Disabled badge holders can park on Market Street after 6:00pm everyday. Please leave access to Market Street for emergency service vehicles.

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• The main auditorium is equipped with an Infra-red system to assist the hearing impaired. Receivers can be reserved from the Box Office for use with or without hearing aids.

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The management reserves the right to refuse entry and to make any changes to information provided, without prior notice. Conditions of sale are printed on tickets. All information correct at time of going to press. For security reasons Stafford Gatehouse Theatre may operate bag searches during certain shows. Customers are not permitted to bring liquids into the building.