11-14 February 2017
BLACKPOOL’S FESTIVAL OF MAGIC, VARIETY AND LIVE PERFORMANCE For further information on Showzam! 2017 go to visitblackpool.com/showzam or Tel: 01253 478222
Showzam! is back for its 10th year this February half-term. There is a jam packed programme of events, shows, tours and live street theatre between the 11th and 14th in what promises to be a thrilling festival of entertainment for all the family – and much of it is free to watch! The Magic Carpet Theatre returns to Showzam! Central in the Winter Gardens with some weird and wonderful shows including the girl in the goldfish bowl, the headless lady and the incredible 10 in 1 Show. Expect to be wowed around Blackpool town centre with some amazing street theatre featuring brilliant hoola-hooping, daredevil antics, comedy and bags of audience participation. For an evening of pure glamour join us at The Blackpool Tower Ballroom on February 11th for the Carnival Ball starring Mr Wilson’s Second Liners and the hugely-talented contortionist, Pixie Le Knot, fresh from her appearance in Game Of Thrones plus lots more. We also have some family magic with Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic and Illusion show at Viva Blackpool; plus the ever popular behind-the-scenes tours are back for 2017 at some of our key heritage venues as well as the fun workshops and tours at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. If you’re looking to make a short break of it, purchase tickets or simply find out more, why not go to visitblackpool.com/showzam or call our VisitBlackpool Tourist Information team on 01253 478222. During Showzam! video and photography will take place and any images/footage from this may be used by VisitBlackpool for promotional purposes. For any queries, please contact: website@visitblackpool.com
BLACKPOOL’S FESTIVAL OF MAGIC, VARIETY AND LIVE PERFORMANCE
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THE BLACKPOOL TOWER BALLROOM 11 FEBRUARY 2017
A sexy and glamorous evening of entertainment with live music from Mr Wilson’s Second Liners and the Broken Heart DJs. The 2017 ball features an exotic mix of performances by Pixie Le Knot, Rob Roy Collins, Polly Hoops, Spikey Will, Felicity Footloose and compered by the charming and effortlessly funny Pete Anderson. Doors open from 7.30pm for 8pm. Show starts from 8.45pm with dancing and music until 1am. Cabaret provided by the Covent Garden Entertainment Company.
Dress code: Glamorous and sexy with an optional Mardi Gras theme. To BOOK tickets or for more information go to: visitblackpool.com/showzam or Tel: 01253 478222. VisitBlackpool Tourist Information Centre, Promenade, Blackpool. The Blackpool Tower or theblackpooltower.com/showzam Tables all unreserved – first come first served basis. Tickets: £15 each. Strictly over 18s only.
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Images: Opposite page, Mr Wilson’s Second Liners. This page: Broken Hearts DJ Amber Butchart, Polly Hoops and Spiikey Will.
SHOWZAM! CENTRAL Winter Gardens, 11-14 February 10am-4pm - Sideshow performances daily Showzam! Central is an exciting FREE attraction providing a focal point for the whole festival. This year we’re delighted to welcome back Magic Carpet Theatre so come and join in the fun and see the amazing and extraordinary sideshows! Yvette, The Headless Lady she moves, she breathes, she lives! She’s kept alive by the miracles of modern medicine. The talented Dr Van Bergh will attempt to recreate his original experiment by keeping a body alive without a head! Beyond the curtain you’ll hear a Splish Splash! There you will find Cleo, a tiny five-inch tall girl swimming in a Goldfish Bowl in her polka dot bikini. She is a real live girl! Not a dummy, a photograph or a model, there is no film, no projection, she is alive!
Bringing back the incredible Dr Phantasma’s Sideshow this fire-juggling, whip-cracking, ladder-balancing show packed with amazing sights, promises side splitting laughs and thrills. See the Fire King blast fire high in the air! Be amazed by Ramona the gypsy sideshow queen as she attempts to walk up a ladder of razor-sharp swords and you won’t believe your eyes when Miss Elastina twists and contorts her body around solid metal blades or Dangerous Steve as he attempts to juggle chainsaws. New for 2017 we are joined by Sam the Scam with his Bunko Booth that will challenge your senses - heads you lose, tails he wins. It’s all great fun and you’ll marvel at his magical skill and sleight of hand when you take up his challenges. And if that wasn’t enough there will be free circus workshops daily. For more information go to visitblackpool.com/showzam
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Images: This page, Showzam Central 2016. Opposite page, Dr Phantasma
WEIRD AND WONDERFUL LIVE SHOWS… BIZARRE VISUAL MAGIC, HORROR AND FREAKISH FUN... IF ANYTHING IS CERTAIN IT’S TO EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED” Liz Arratoon The Stage
"MISS THEM AT YOUR PERIL!” Blackpool Gazette
“ROLL UP! ROLL UP! THE CARNIVAL SHOW’S BACK FROM RETIREMENT TO SHOCK AND AMAZE, BUT ALL DONE IN THE BEST POSSIBLE TASTE” The Independent
WINTER GARDENS HERITAGE TOUR
Take a tour of the stunning, grade ll listed Winter Gardens* during Showzam! 2017. Our knowledgeable and experienced Blackpool Heritage tour guides will introduce you to the fascinating history and
13 February - 2pm Duration 90mins
beautiful architecture of the building, as well as the many famous entertainers that have graced the stage, including Frank Sinatra, Shirley Bassey and Peter Kay. Tickets: Adults ÂŁ8, under 16s ÂŁ4.**
For more information or to book go to visitblackpool.com/showzam *Please note, the Winter Gardens is a working venue and we cannot guarantee access to all areas. ** Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
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* Please note timings maybe subject to change. Please check visitblackpool.com/showzam for updates Images: This page, Pollly Hoops. Opposite page, clockwise from top: Pete Anderson, Spikey Will, Felicity Footloose and Rob Roy Collins
STREET THEATRE Blackpool Town Centre, 11-14 February Daily from 11am–4pm* This February half-term join Spikey Will, Rob Roy Collins, Polly Hoops, Pete Anderson and Felicity Footloose for an entertainment extravaganza as they bring the town centre alive. Spikey Will aka Danger Man specialising in, you got it, danger! This London-based street performer is best known for his jaw dropping bed of nails act that will leave his audience speechless!
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his daredevil stunts combining balance, acrobatics and escapology with a natural sense of humour and showmanship. The effortlessly funny Pete Anderson, who’s signature trick is climbing and balancing on an unsupported 10ft ladder wearing only a kilt, redefining audience participation on mass.
World-renowned hula hoop extraordinaire Polly Hoops is set to entertain with her circus, clowning and hoop improvisation.
Last but by no means least, not to be missed and hilariously funny the Felicity Footloose Show is full of fun, frolics and daredevil antics! This street performer lives in the 80s and just wants to dance!
Whilst death defying escapologist Rob Roy Collins promises to wow the crowds with
For more information go to visitblackpool.com/showzam
HIGH JINX @ VIVA V VA BLACKPOOL 11-15 February Showzam is delighted to present Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show.
A fast paced mix of magic, illusions, juggling, escapology and music delivered in a way to leave you amazed, puzzled and even scared, but above all entertained. Starring the incredible Michael Jordan, this is a must-see show this February half-term at Viva Blackpool. Premier Seating: Adult £15, Junior (under 16) £12.50, OAP £14, Family ticket £42.50. Standard Seating: Adult £12.50, Junior £11, OAP £11.50, Family ticket £36.
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For more information or to book tickets go to visitblackpool.com/showzam or vivablackpool.com, alternatively visit or call the Viva box office: 01253 297297, 3 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3HJ.
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