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Watford Colosseum is perfect for hosting your special day. This beautifully restored Art Deco listed building in the heart of Watford, Hertfordshire, can hold both your ceremony and reception. To book a viewing of the venue and to discuss your big day, email hospitality@watfordcolosseum.co.uk or telephone 01923 474 100.

Watford Colosseum’s stylish Forum Restaurant offers full table-service and a menu which combines high quality modern cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. You can now reserve a table in the Forum Restaurant by visiting

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We don’t mind blowing our own trumpet about these FANTASTIC group rates… GROUPS OF 8 or more receive 10% off full price tickets* Groups of 20 or more receive 20% off full price tickets* *on selected shows – plus additional benefits. To find out more and to book tickets for your group call 01923 474 124 or e-mail groups@watfordcolosseum.co.uk

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‘AVENUE Q IS FURR-LARIOUS!’ Gay Times Arrive early and treat yourself to Lucy the Slut’s Sex on the Beach cocktail for just £6

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THU 2 – SAT 4 JULY Winner of the Tony Awards ‘Triple Crown’ for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart. Following five years in the West End and sell-out runs worldwide (packed with mischief, bad behaviour and political incorrectness) this hugely entertaining show is coming to Watford! Created by Jeff Marx and Robert Lopez (Co-creator of Book of Mormon and writer of the songs for Disney’s Frozen) Avenue Q is an irresistibly charming musical which tells the story of the loveable characters on a downtown New York street trying to make sense of life’s burning issues. Hilarious, cheeky and uproariously entertaining, with a terrific batch of songs performed by a cast of hugely talented performers and puppets, Avenue Q is the musical like no other. So don’t let your life suck – book your tickets today!

This production is given by permission of Josef Weinberger Ltd on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York. Avenue Q has not been authorised or approved by the Jim Henson Company or Sesame Workshop, which have no responsibility for its content.

THU & FRI 7.30PM, SAT 5PM & 8.30PM TICKETS EVENINGS £27.50*, £25.50*, £22.00* SAT 5PM £22.50*, £20.00*, £17.00* CONCESSIONS £3.00 off UNDER 16s £16.00* * A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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WED 8 JULY, DOORS 7.30PM, FOOD SERVED 8PM COMEDY ONLY £10.00 COMEDY, FOOD & DRINK £18.00 no booking fee

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THU 9 JULY 8PM

THE CARPENTERS STORY

The Carpenters Story features Phil Aldridge’s lavish arrangements and Claire Furley’s uncanny representation of Karen Carpenter – guaranteed to bring back memories of pop’s most melodic duo. In this magical musical journey spanning three decades, hear hit songs such as Yesterday Once More, Please Mr Postman, Top Of The World, They Long To Be Close To You and We’ve Only Just Begun. TICKETS £23.00*, £21.00*, £19.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

SAT 11 – SUN 12 JULY SAT 2PM & 4PM, SUN 11AM & 2PM

The Tiger who Came to Tea

OLIVIER AWARD-NOMINEE A musical play adapted and directed by David Wood. Based on the book by Judith Kerr Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! 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! David Wood OBE is undisputedly the country’s leading writer and director of plays and musicals for children. His many successes include Fantastic Mr Fox, The Gingerbread Man, The BFG, The Witches, Meg and Mog, Spot and Babe the Sheep Pig. A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem...expect to be surprised! TICKETS £11.50* SCHOOLS £9.50 GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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THE SONGBOOK OF

JUDY GARLAND STARRING

LORNA LUFT Ray Quinn H Louise Dearman MON 13 – TUE 14 JULY 8PM

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The UK premiere of a song and dance spectacular celebrating the classic songs of Miss Judy Garland. Join our incredible cast of performers as they take you through Judy’s stage and screen career including never before seen film highlights and interviews.

‘QUINN’ + TONIC

A remarkable musical journey through a dazzling songbook. Including: Over the Rainbow, The Man That Got Away, Easter Parade, Zing! Went The Strings Of My Heart, Get Happy, The Trolley Song, Rock-a-Bye Your Baby (with a Dixie Melody). Creative Director Arlene Phillips TICKETS £30.00*, £28.50*, £24.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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This complete entertainment experience celebrates the iconic music of The Beach Boys, jam-packed with familiar foot-tapping hits well known to audiences worldwide including Good Vibrations, Fun, Fun, Fun, Surfin USA, Sloop John B, Barbara Ann, God Only Knows, Surfin’ Safari and California Girls. The original and unique harmony sound of The Beach Boys is accurately recreated by these five great singers in a light-hearted and entertaining ‘feel-good’ production. TICKETS £20.00*, £17.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

TUE 21 JULY 1PM

Tea Dance

Mr Wonderful returns to the Colosseum with a glittering dance event. Suited to beginners and experienced dancers alike. Bring your dancing shoes and take to the floor for a graceful, elegant and nostalgic afternoon of dancing. Watford Colosseum’s Tea Dance will evoke memories of a forgotten era and create memories of a new one. TICKETS £5.00 GROUPS 8+ 20% off Tea, coffee and a selection of homemade cakes available. No booking fee.

THU 23 JULY 6PM

ONLY ONE DIRECTION

This family friendly pop concert is guaranteed to keep the kids Up All Night. Only One Direction capture the charisma, energy and enthusiasm of the famous five as they perform songs including What Makes You Beautiful, Story of My Life, Best Song Ever, Midnight Memories, Steal My Girl and so many more! TICKETS £16.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £15.00* each

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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THE ELO EXPERIENCE

The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to this great band. With a stunning light show and large screen projection, enjoy this incredible show which accurately reproduces songs such as 10538 Overture, Evil Woman, Living Thing, Diary Of Horace Wimp, Don’t Bring Me Down and of course Mr Blue Sky. TICKETS £20.50*, £18.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

SAT 1 AUGUST 7.30PM

THE BILLY FURY YEARS

The Billy Fury Years takes you on an unforgettable journey through the musical career of Britain’s best loved rock ‘n’ roller. Michael King and his fantastic collection of musicians bring you an exciting two hour show filled with Fury’s greatest hits including Jealousy, I Will, In Thoughts Of You and Halfway To Paradise…all delivered in true Fury style. TICKETS £21.50*, £18.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

Do You Want to Build a Snowman? A full screening of Disney’s Frozen with lyrics on screen. Introduced by a live host to guide you through this interactive screening showing you how to use your free prop bag, warm up your singing voices and teach you some dance moves with the help of the Sing-a-long-a Princesses. So get your little ones dressed up as their favourite character and come and see Sing-a-Long-a Frozen where YOU the audience are the stars.

SUN 2 AUGUST 11AM & 3PM

TICKETS £16.00* UNDER 16s £11.00* FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £11.50* each FAMILY OF 3 (including 1 adult only) £11.00* each

POST-SHOW PRINCESS PARTY For an extra £6.50 visit the Deco Bar for an hour long fabulous Frozen party

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SUN 9 AUGUST

GREAT GIFT!

ROLLER DISCO

Silver Wheels Roller Disco is rolling into Watford Colosseum! With different sessions for all ages and abilities, let us take you on a journey from the 80s into the 21st century. Hire skates or wear your own and dance and skate to our fabulous DJ sets. Silver Wheels prides itself on a fun environment for all to enjoy. EARLY BIRD OFFER UNTIL FRIDAY 31 JULY Family Session 2pm – 3.30pm £6.00 General Skating Session 4.30pm – 6pm, 6.30pm – 8pm £7.50 Over 18s 8.30pm – 10.30pm £8.00 TICKETS from Sat 1 August £10.00 No booking fee

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Tall Stories in association with Kenny Wax Ltd presents

Fri 14 – Sat 15 August How the cat purred and how the witch grinned As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind The witch and her cat are flying happily along on their broomstick when a stormy wind blows the witch’s hat, bow and wand away into the night. A helpful dog, bird and frog find the witch’s lost things and all hop on the broom for a ride. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK! – it snaps in two! When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch? And will there ever be room on the broom for everyone? Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up (and their grown-ups).

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FRI 1.30PM & 4.30PM, SAT 10.30AM & 1.30PM TICKETS £12.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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THE JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW The only show to be endorsed by the Cash family! The Johnny Cash Roadshow features respected singer/songwriter Clive John, alongside the Carter Sisters and brass section the JC Horns. This celebration of Johnny Cash also features emotive screen visuals. ‘Clive’s resemblance is uncanny’ Rosanne Cash, first daughter of Johnny Cash TICKETS £19.50*, £17.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

SUN 23 AUGUST 11AM & 2.30PM

BASIL BRUSH

Britain’s most loveable fox is back on the road along with his TV chum Mr Stephen (aka Chris Pizzey). Together they will take you on a journey of laughs, storytelling and song in a brand-new specially written live show packed with fun and excitement. Boom Boom! TICKETS £14.00* UNDER 16s £12.00* FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £10.50* each GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

FRI 28 AUGUST 7.30PM

THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS The legendary Chicago Blues Brothers are heading to Watford with a brand-new action-packed show! Featuring the very best in Blues, Motown, Soul and Comedy from both of the Blues Brothers movies, as well as classics from James Brown, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and many more, this is definitely not a night to be missed! TICKETS £24.00*, £22.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

TUE 1 SEPTEMBER 8PM

JIMMY CARR Funny Business

16+

Jimmy’s been described as ‘the hardest working man in comedy’. Which, let’s face facts, is not that impressive. It’s like being the ‘Tallest Dwarf’ or the ‘Healthiest Glaswegian’. Really not that big a deal. Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition; stay for the gags. TICKETS £26.00 A £3.00 per ticket booking fee applies

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FRI 4 SEPTEMBER 8PM – LATE If you are looking for a fun-filled evening of pure 80s music and dancing for the over 25s, then look no further! Tropicana Nights specialises in good old-fashioned party nights. Whether you go all out in your favourite 80s outfit or not, you are guaranteed to get in the party mood as soon as you walk into the room. TICKETS £9.00 GROUPS 10+ 10% off No booking fee

PACKAGE

SAVE THE DATE Book before 1 August and pay £30.00

Treat yourself...for an extra £10 per person, your group will have your very own reserved seating area for the evening as well as a cocktail each. Minimum group of 6 required - please note there is limited VIP availability.

WED 9 SEPTEMBER DOORS OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM An Interactive Dining Experience They share the names of the world’s most famous couple, but this Will and Kate are far from royal! This brand-new comedy, from the producers of Faulty Towers The Dining Experience, puts you as a guest at this wedding party full of fun, frolics and hopefully not too many fights! TICKETS £35.00 including three-course meal. No booking fee

THU 10 SEPTEMBER 8PM

THE KING IS BACK

Starring Ben Portsmouth Internationally renowned as one of the Best Elvis Tributes in the world, Ben Portsmouth will bring his unique style and charisma to Watford. In August 2012, Ben made history when he won the Elvis Presley Enterprises ‘Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest’ which took place in Memphis, crowning Ben as the ‘Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist’, the only artist from outside the USA to ever win this prestigious title. TICKETS £20.00*, £18.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk Stage ActS PRODUCTIONS in collaboration with Watford Colosseum present

JULIE ATHERTON

in the Forum Restaurant Enjoy an exquisite two-course meal whilst being serenaded by one of the top performers from London’s West End.

SUN 20 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM TICKETS £35.00 includes two-course meal. ENTERTAINMENT ONLY £12.00

Julie Atherton is one of the West End’s most versatile entertainers, with a distinctive voice and unmatched comic timing. Julie originated the roles of Kate Monster / Lucy The Slut in Avenue Q (Noel Coward & Gielgud); Janet in the world premiere of Richard O’Brien’s sequel to The Rocky Horror Picture Show Shock Treatment (King’s Head); I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (Arts); the title role in Thérèse Raquin (Park Theatre); Sister Mary Robert in Sister Act (UK Tour); Serena Katz in Fame (Aldwych) and Sophie Sheridan in Mamma Mia! (Prince Edward). Julie also stars in the music video for Michael Bruce’s Portrait of a Princess, which to date has had over 770,000 views on Youtube. SAT 12 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

THE ABBA REUNION SHOW The ABBA Reunion Show is a recreation concert which continues to entertain and enthral audiences across the globe. Superbly accurate vocals, harmonies, guitar, keyboards plus back-line musicians combined with stunning iconic replica costumes, choreography and set produce this most authentic and ABBA show. TICKETS £20.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

TUE 15 SEPTEMBER Doors OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM

ONLY FOOLS AND 3 COURSES

Marlene and Boycie are hosting a Gala Dinner, but will things go to plan with Del, Rodney and Uncle Albert on the guest list? Expect a big fun night out in a friendly party atmosphere with some of the finest comedy actors in the land, produced to the highest standards with your enjoyment at the top of the menu. Lovely Jubbly! TICKETS £40.00 includes three-course meal. No booking fee.

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BY PRE-ORDERING YOUR INTERVAL DRINKS AT THE BAR WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE VENUE FOR YOUR EVENING’S ENTERTAINMENT

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The Strictly Experience With

CAMILLA DALLERUP

Have you ever sat at home watching TV, desperate to trip the light fantastic? Join former Strictly Come Dancing professional, Camilla Dallerup for a 45-minute dancing workshop – she’ll foxtrot you and your partner through your paces. The workshop will be followed by a Q+A, where you can get all the gossip on her former Strictly celebrities such as Tom Chambers, James Martin and David Dickinson. TICKETS £20.00 including glass of fizz on arrival No booking fee

WED 16 SEPTEMBER 8PM

BACK TO BACHARACH

Back To Bacharach celebrates the work of legendary songwriter Burt Bacharach and lyricist Hal David. The duo have penned some of the most iconic songs of all time, such as Walk On By, Anyone Who Had A Heart, Always Something There To Remind Me, Alfie, What’s New Pussycat, I Say A Little Prayer For You, Magic Moments and Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head – all of which will be performed on the night by a West End cast and 10-piece band. TICKETS £21.50*, £18.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

THU 17 SEPTEMBER 8PM

24 HOURS FROM TULSA Remembering Gene Pitney

Tommy Carey is Gene Pitney in this sensational production which will feature all of the hits that graced the UK singles charts for over 200 weeks, such as Something’s Gotta Hold Of My Heart, I’m Gonna Be Strong, Backstage and, not forgetting the production’s title, 24 Hours From Tulsa. TICKETS £21.50*, £18.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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SHOWADDYWADDY Showaddywaddy have sold more than 20 million records and has toured the world. This dynamic and uplifting live show features all of their biggest hits, including Under The Moon of Love, Three Steps to Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll, When, Blue Moon, Pretty Little Angel Eyes and many, many more. So come and join the Dancing Party…You’ve Got What It Takes! TICKETS £20.00*, £18.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

SAT 19 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

PRE-SHOW DINING AVAILABLE

By unprecedented demand, 2004 X Factor finalists and multi-platinumselling vocal quartet G4 are coming to Watford Colosseum as part of a multi-date UK tour to celebrate their 10th Anniversary. Frontman Jonathan Ansell says, ‘You can expect the classic G4 treatment: lots of classic songs given the traditional G4 twist, and there’ll definitely be a surprise or two along the way!’. MEET & GREET TICKETS £75.00* TICKETS £27.50*, £24.50*

SUN 20 – MON 21 SEPTEMBER SUN 1.30PM & 4.30PM, MON 11AM & 2PM Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird, and a whole farmyard of fun! Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len have a cunning plan to steal the farmer’s fine prize cow. But they reckon without the tiniest, quietest creature of all: The Ladybird has a plan of her own! Book early for Watford Colosseum’s glittering family treat. Join the woolly sheep, the hairy hog, the fat red hen and the dainty dog in this brand-new stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks’ colourful farmyard adventure. With live music, Running Time puppetry, plenty of audience Approx. 55 minutes participation and lots of laughs! Main and pudding for

TICKETS £12.00* SCHOOLS £9.50 GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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ULTIMATE EAGLES From BAFTA award-winning producers comes the show that celebrates the legacy of The Eagles. Starring Grammy-nominated musicians performing, with absolute accuracy, timeless masterpieces, such as Hotel California, Take It Easy, Desperado and many more, with such reverence that you’ll believe you’re listening to the real thing! ‘I thought I was listening to the real thing’ Chris Evans, BBC Radio 2 TICKETS £22.50*, £19.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

FRI 25 SEPTEMBER 8PM

SOLID GOLD 70s SHOW The Solid Gold 70s Show is jam-packed full of glam rock greats, disco hits, power ballads and party anthems from ELO, Sweet, T.Rex, Queen, Elton John, David Essex, 10cc, Suzi Quatro, David Cassidy, The Carpenters, The Osmonds, Bay City Rollers and more. Sparkling vocals plus musicians that have performed with Ultravox, Mike Oldfield and Asia guarantee a great night out. PREMIUM SEATS £26.00* TICKETS £23.00*, £21.00*

SAT 26 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

Sounds of the NICK ROSS ORCHESTRA The Glenn Miller Era The lights soften, the mood settles. An audience waits for that first moment of sound. The Big Band is poised, relaxed, but with eyes anxious for the lead. Then, as if giving body to an echo, the murmured notes of Moonlight Serenade…and the night, it seems, is suddenly full and timeless. Recapture the sounds of a bygone era as the Nick Ross Orchestra presents an unmissable evening. TICKETS £21.50*, £19.50* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off This event is being run in aid of the Professional Cricketers Association and raising money which will go to the organisation’s Benevolent Fund.

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TUE 29 SEPTEMBER 7.30PM

BOYCOTT & AGGERS

An Evening with Aggers challenges GB to justify his forthright views on cricket and life in general and our Geoffrey will say exactly what he thinks (what else?) about the ECB, England’s management and coaching staff, team selection, the captaincy, Kevin Pietersen and many other subjects he has hit out on in his latest autobiography, on air and in print. The show is peppered with hilarious anecdotes, the audience can tweet Aggers live with their own questions and the evening will, as ever, be fun, fiery and full of surprises! TICKETS £23.00*, £21.50*, £17.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk WED 30 SEPTEMBER 8PM

THE SUPREME FABULETTES

The Supreme Fabulettes, London’s acclaimed all-male female close harmony vocal group, are coming to Watford! Directed by William Baker, creative director to Kylie Minogue, featuring songs especially composed by Boy George, starring Sam Buttery from TV’s The Voice, the hit-packed production tells the tale of an all-girl close harmony group…with a difference! TICKETS £20.50*, £18.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

THU 1 OCTOBER 7.30PM

PADDY McGUINNESS

15+

Daddy McGuinness

LONDON INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

One of the country’s best-loved and most popular comedians Paddy McGuinness will perform at Watford Colosseum as part of his brand-new UK Tour. The star of ITV’s Take Me Out will be sharing several stories about becoming a first time dad and parenthood.

L OUIS H OOVER ’ S

UP CLOSE & PERSONAL TICKETS £35.00 TICKETS £25.00, £17.50 A £2.50 per ticket booking fee applies

NATRA 100

SAT 3 OCTOBER 7.30PM

BEYOND THE BARRICADE

Beyond the Barricade has delighted audiences throughout the UK and mainland Europe for more than a decade. Recreating original West End and Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, ORLD OUR this cast of past principal performers from Les Misérables present a blockbusting two-hour show.

CENTENNIAL GALA W

WOOD

FEATURING

TICKETS £21.50*, £18.50* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off ORCHESTRA & VERY SPECIAL GUESTS GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

FRI 9 OCTOBER 7.30PM

LOUIS HOOVER’S SALUTE TO SINATRA 100

Louis Hoover has been labelled the ‘Sinatra of the New Millennium’ by many critics. His Grammy-nominated album And This Is Me… combined a contemporary feel with a unique sound, set off by the expertise of Frank Sinatra’s original orchestra – don’t miss this Centennial Gala World Tour performance at Watford Colosseum.

TICKETS £25.00,* £22.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

D FOOTBALL LIKE HE SINGS, I’D SIGN HIM TOMORROW. ERGUSON

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GHT BACK MEMORIES OF GREAT TIMES I SPENT WITH OL’ BLUE EYE’S. FRANK HAD HEARD HIM SING HE’D HAVE SAID 'HEY GREAT PIPES KID!'

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THU 8 OCTOBER 7.30PM Opera & Ballet International proudly presents an Ellen Kent production with international soloists, highly praised chorus and full orchestra. One of the most famous and seductive operas of all time, Bizet’s irresistibly emotional Carmen guarantees an evening of passion and romance, this dazzling production features Bizet’s unforgettable melodies including the best known baritone aria of all, The Toreador’s Song. The brand-new set reflects the stunning architecture of Seville and its main square with Roman and Moorish influences. This production will be sung in French with English surtitles. TICKETS £35.00*, £31.00*, £24.00* CONCESSIONS £3.50 off UNDER 16s £17.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off *A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

‘HOT-BLOODED, A JOY’ THE INDEPENDENT

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THE BARRON KNIGHTS

The only group to have toured with The Beatles and twice with The Rolling Stones come to Watford Colosseum with a brand-new show. You’ll be rockin’ and laughing as well as rolling. Hear old favourites like Call Up The Groups, their inimitable version of the William Tell Overture and their Flamenco party piece Malaguana. TICKETS £20.50*, £18.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

SUN 11 OCTOBER 7.30PM

HAPPY

HOUR

5.30-6.30PM

Featuring Bruce Foxton & Russell Hastings From The Jam, featuring original The Jam member bass player Bruce Foxton and guitarist/vocalist Russell Hastings, have gained a reputation for the kind of incendiary performances that sealed the reputation of The Jam all those years ago. They will be performing the hit album Sound Affects, followed by a selection of the classic hits and great album tracks from across the fantastic catalogue produced by one of Britain’s seminal bands. TICKETS Seated £24.50* Standing £20.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

FRI 16 OCTOBER 8PM

TIM VINE

The punslinger heads to Watford with lots of new jokes, silly songs and twitchy dancing. Joke, joke, joke. Prop, prop, prop. Song, song, song. (Sorry the laptop’s jammed.) It’s time to put the satire on hold and watch a grown man act the goat. Come along and enjoy the nonsense. ‘Snappy show full of di-Vine puns’ ★★★★★ Metro TICKETS £23.00*

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HOUR

5.30-6.30PM

SAT 17 OCTOBER 7.30PM

THE BLOCKHEADS

Starting out as the band behind Ian Dury, The Blockheads are a legendary outfit that has grown in stature from the early days of the Stiff tour in 1977 right up to the present day. Backing up Ian Dury’s poetic lyrics, hear The Blockheads perform hits such as Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick, What A Waste, Reasons To Be Cheerful (Part 3) and Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll. TICKETS Seated £24.50* Standing £20.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

SUN 18 OCTOBER 3PM

THE PURCELL SCHOOL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Join these talented young musicians for an all-American matinee with Bernstein Candide Overture, Gershwin An American in Paris, Barber Violin Concerto (soloist: Juhee Yang), Dvorák ˇ Symphony No.9, New World. The School, based in Bushey, is the UK’s oldest specialist music school; alumni include Oliver Knussen CBE; Catrin Finch and BBC Young Musician of the Year winners, Nicholas Daniel, Lara Melda and Martin James Bartlett. TICKETS £12.00*, £8.00* SCHOOLS £5.00

THU 22 OCTOBER DOORS OPEN 7.30pm, DINNER 8PM

FAULTY TOWERS The Dining Experience Enter the world of the snobbish, manic Basil, his domineering wife Sybil and their hopeless language-challenged waiter, Manuel, in Faulty Towers The Dining Experience, a ‘two-hour eat, drink and laugh sensation’ (Daily Telegraph). The show starts as the audience wait to be seated for their three-course meal and then hurtles along into the world of the BBC comedy series Fawlty Towers, with unscripted madcap mayhem guaranteed! TICKETS £40.00 including three-course meal. No booking fee

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

MON 26 – WED 28 OCTOBER 7.30PM Britain’s Got Bhangra is an exciting new production of the five-star hit Bhangra musical, which charts the rise of British Bhangra from the sequin clad 80s through to the RnB fusion of today’s charts. Set in Southall, the story follows Twinkle, a farmer’s son from Punjab, India who comes to England to make a better living for himself and his wife. A gifted singer, he goes from being a van driver to a star in the growing Bhangra music scene of the 80s. This imaginative musical takes us through his personal journey of highs and lows amidst multicultural Britain and across the evolution of the music scene.

TICKETS £27.50*, £25.50*, £22.00* CONCESSIONS £3.00 off UNDER 16s £16.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off PRE-SHOW DINING AVAILABLE OR COME AND TRY SOME TASTY STREET FOOD

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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TREE FU TOM

The world of Treetopolis comes to Watford Colosseum as we invite you to Tree Fu, to help Tom save the day! This brand-new show, packed with adventure, fun, music and participation, sees the world’s smallest superhero take to the stage in this spellbinding new show. TICKETS £13.50* UNDER 16s £11.50* FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £11.50* each GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

Main and pudding for

5.95

SUN 25 OCTOBER DOORS OPEN 7PM, ENTERTAINMENT FROM 7.30PM

WORBEY & FARRELL

in The Forum Restaurant Come and party with Worbey and Farrell, where four hands and one piano raise the roof. From Bach to Lily Allen, from reggae to Rachmaninov, the ingenuity of these amazing musicians makes you laugh with joy and takes your breath away. Prepare to be moved, delighted and utterly gobsmacked. TICKETS £35.00 inc. canapés and glass of fizz on arrival, plus a two-course meal. No booking fee.

THU 29 OCTOBER 7.30PM

THE STORY OF GUITAR HEROES The Ultimate Guitar Show A mind blowing live concert style ‘rockumentary’, paying homage to some of the greatest guitar heroes of all time, such as Eddie Cochran, Hank Marvin, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Brian May, Slash and Joe Satriani. This rockin’ journey begins with the first legends of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era from the 1950s, and culminates with an homage to the most creative and inspirational modern guitar heroes of today. TICKETS £19.50*, £17.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

FRI 30 OCTOBER 8PM

DAVE GORMAN

The innovative comedy mind behind Modern Life Is Goodish (Dave TV), Are You Dave Gorman? and Googlewhack Adventure is back with a brand-new live show that promises more of his unique blend of stand-up comedy and visual story telling as Dave Gorman Gets Straight To The Point*... (*The PowerPoint). TICKETS £25.00 A £2.50 per ticket booking fee applies

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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THE ADDAMS FAMILY DINING INVITATION

They’re creepy and they’re kooky – Morticia, Gomez, Uncle Fester and Lurch, meet and eat the guests at their home, where nothing is as it seems. Be ready to start clicking your fingers at this interactive dining experience! TICKETS £38.00 including three-course meal. No booking fee.

SUN 1 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

JIM DAVIDSON Charlton Nil

Jim Davidson OBE brings to Watford his brand-new show Charlton Nil. Son of a Glaswegian father, born and breed in Charlton – from drummer to window cleaner via shelf stacker – this evening is guaranteed to be irreverent, outrageous and truthful. TICKETS £23.50*, £20.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

THU 5 NOVEMBER 7.30PM The Queen Extravaganza produced by Roger Taylor plays one special night at Watford Colosseum to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their platinum-selling album, A Night At The Opera including their classic hits, Bohemian Rhapsody, You’re My Best Friend and Lazing On A Sunday Afternoon. ‘The Queen Extravaganza is a brand-new show specially designed to enable new fans, together with fans of old, to celebrate the music of Queen in a heart-stopping event. It’s very spectacular, it’s very visual, there are going to be some shocks and some tremendous surprises. It will be a rock celebration in the Royal tradition.’ Roger Taylor TICKETS £24.50*

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If you are part of a party of eight or more ask about special ticket deals Contact groups@watfordcolosseum.co.uk or call 01923 474124

BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk FRI 6 NOVEMBER 8PM

THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN

An all-new show for 2015! The Magic of Motown returns with 36 back-to-back massive Motown hits. The night will see music from the Four Tops, The Supremes, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and The Isley Brothers as well as dazzling dance moves and glittering costumes. Tighter than the Funk Brothers in their prime, The Magic of Motown band will be here with a great big bang! TICKETS £26.00*, £25.00*, £22.50* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

SAT 7 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

WATFORD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY Inspired by the sea, the music in this concert was written by three composers from the British Isles. Vaughan Williams’ majestic work, A Sea Symphony, leaves the listener in awe of the power of the waves. Benjamin Britten’s Four Sea Interludes is taken from his famous opera Peter Grimes, set in a Suffolk fishing village. Cecilia’s McDowall’s Ave Maris Stella (Hail, Star of the Sea) is a moving short work composed in the wake of 9/11 in 2001. TICKETS £19.00*, £18.00*, £16.00* UNDER 18s £5.00

DIVERSITY: Up Close & Personal

LD SO OUT

WED 11 NOVEMBER 7.30PM Created by Ashley Banjo

It’s been six years since they won Britain’s Got Talent to an audience of 20 million. Spurred on by the group’s motto ‘Dream, Believe, Achieve’, they hope to inspire young people with passion. Diversity are a remarkable example of what can be accomplished with hard work, dedication and belief. 2015 looks set to be another busy year for Diversity and this new up close and personal tour will be everything you already love about Diversity on a more intimate scale. VIP TICKETS £99.00 UP CLOSE TICKETS £45.00 TICKETS £35.00, £25.00 A £2.50 per ticket booking fee applies

THU 12 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

JOOLS HOLLAND

& His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra Pianist, band leader, singer, composer, television presenter and multiplatinum recording artist Jools Holland returns to Watford Colosseum this year performing tracks spanning his entire career. Also featuring special Guest Vocalists Pauline Black and Arthur ‘Gaps’ Hendrickson from The Selecter plus Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall, Mabel Ray, Gilson Lavis, along with the inimitable musicianship of the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. TICKETS £37.00, £29.50 A £3.00 per ticket booking fee applies PRE SHOW DINING - SOLD OUT

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

FRI 13 NOVEMBER 7.30PM PHILHARMONIA AT THE MOVIES PRESENTS…

SCREEN HEROES A CELEBRATION OF THE SONGS OF SCREEN HEROES

including Indiana Jones, James Bond, Superman, Harry Potter, The Avengers, Pirates of the Caribbean, Sherlock Holmes, Mission Impossible and more… Carl Davis conductor philharmonia.co.uk/movies TICKETS £37.50*, £35.00*, £28.50*, £15.00* VIP TICKETS £44.50* FAMILY OF 4 top-price ticket for £32.00* per person, including a free interval ice cream (must include at least 1 adult) GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

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CHAMPAGNE CHARLIE & THE BUBBLY BOYS

Fancy yourself a flapper? Well come and join the party. Champagne Charlie and The Bubbly Boys are here to keep the roaring 20s roaring! These sharply dressed musicians provide the sound of the jazz age and the speakeasy, with music from Gershwin, Porter and Berlin. TICKETS £35.00 inc. canapés and glass of fizz on arrival, plus a two-course meal. No booking fee.

MON 16 NOVEMBER Doors OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM

ONLY FOOLS AND 3 COURSES

WED 18 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THAT’LL BE THE DAY Christmas Show

Get ready for a party as the UK’s most successful rock ‘n’ roll variety show, the legendary That’ll Be The Day, returns to Watford Colosseum with a brand-new Christmas Show for 2015. Trevor and the gang celebrate the festive season by bringing back the good times with all your favourite Christmas classics from the 50s, 60s and 70s, plus more hilarious comedy! TICKETS £25.00*, £23.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

THU 19 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

RUSSELL WATSON

Don’t forget...

PRE-SHOW DINING

Russell Watson never imagined he would one day be one of the world’s most prominent tenors, selling in excess of seven million albums worldwide. This is a unique opportunity to hear ‘The Voice’ as you have never heard him before. He will be performing an intimate evening with his musical director, a stunning string quartet and a local choir. ‘He sings like Pavarotti, and entertains the audience like Sinatra’ NY Times TICKETS £45.00, £38.50, £32.50 A £2.50 per ticket booking fee applies

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...in tune with you westherts.ac.uk FRI 20 & SAT 21 NOVEMBER 8PM

BILL BAILEY Limboland

The gap between how we imagine our lives to be and how they really are is the subject of Bill’s new show, Limboland. With his trademark intelligence and sharp wit, he tells tales of finding himself in this halfway place. And no Bill Bailey show would be complete without music, so we have Bill’s fabulously downbeat version of Happy Birthday. TICKETS £26.00 A £2.50 per ticket booking fee applies

SUN 22 NOVEMBER 8PM

NILS LOFGREN Legendary American songwriter, virtuoso guitarist and pianist, Nils Lofgren is coming to Watford. Known for his world-class guitar playing, and his on-stage acrobatics, Nils Lofgren is a true rock legend in his own right. A superb front-man both with Grin and under his own name. GOLD CIRCLE TICKETS £43.50 TICKETS £33.50 A £2.00 per ticket HAPPY booking fee applies

HOUR

6.00-7.00PM

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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Artistic Director Marina Medvetskaya MON 23 & TUE 24 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

GISELLE

WED 25 NOVEMBER 2.30PM & 7.30PM

THE NUTCRACKER

Under the direction of Marina Medvetskaya, St Petersburg Classical Ballet has won plaudits across Russia, Scandinavia and the United States. Now Watford audiences have the opportunity to experience the superb artistry of this acclaimed company on its first UK tour. Combining classical training and technique with the best-loved Russian ballets, St Petersburg Classical Ballet’s performances have an air of magic, complemented by a full orchestra and outstanding male soloists who will take your breath away!

‘The high level of dancing was also a great pleasure, particularly in its authority and a classical purity that is rare today’

One of the few 19th century Romantic ballets to survive intact, Giselle tells of a village girl whose everlasting love saves her beloved from a wretched dance to the death. The Nutcracker is a delightfully festive tale, and the perfect introduction to ballet, as Clara is whisked away on a fairy-tale adventure by her Nutcracker prince.

TICKETS 7.30pm £34.50*, £28.50*, £19.50* CHILDREN £5.00 off THE NEW YORK TIMES FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £29.50*/£23.50* per ticket Wed 25 2.30pm £31.50*, £26.50*, £17.50* FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £26.50*/£21.50* per ticket *A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details. *A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

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‘The must see family show for Christmas’ ★★★★★ - Mumsnet

TORIES, S , S G N O S H WIT T WITH E E R G D N A A MEET GIFT! E E R F A & A SANT

Ages 2+

PHOTOS FROM PREVIOUS PRODUCTION

A BRAND-NEW MAGICAL CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE… FRI 27 NOVEMBER – THU 24 December From the producers of last year’s record-breaking production, this new magical adventure filled with songs, nursery rhymes and stories promises to be the Christmas treat you won’t want to miss. A truly unforgettable experience which includes the magical moment when snowflakes fall over the audience – a guaranteed white Christmas at every show! It’s Christmas Eve, and Santa Claus is flying high above the clouds delivering presents to all the very good boys and girls around the world. Hiding in the back are two naughty elves Charlie and Kara who have snuck on-board for the ride…! All is well until suddenly, just as Santa Claus flies high above Watford, the Sat Nav goes haywire and breaks leaving him stranded without his list of postcodes to deliver presents to! With the clock ticking and morning fast approaching it’s down to Charlie, Kara and Muffin the bear to come up with a clever plan to save Christmas. As an added Christmas treat, all of the good boys and girls in the audience will meet Santa after the show and receive a present of their own. Watford Colosseum is the perfect venue to take your little ones for their first theatre trip; with buggy friendly foyers and an intimate performance space, it’s completely family friendly! Tickets Adults £13.50* Children £12.50* Family of 4 (must include 1 adult) £12.00* each Premium Seats (front two rows) Adults £15.50* Children £14.50* Schools £11.00 Red Performances Adult £15.50* Children £14.50* Family of 4 (must include 1 adult) £12.50* each Premium Seats (front two rows) Adults £17.50* Children £16.50* Schools £12.50 Groups 8+ 10% off Groups 20+ 20% off

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PRE-SHOW DINING *There is a 50p per ticket booking fee on this performance. No booking fees for Priority Members or Groups bookings. See Booking Information page for details.

FRI 27 NOV 2pm & 4pm SUN 29 NOV 10am, 2PM & 4pM MON 30 NOV 10am & 2pm TUE 1 DEC 10am & 2pm WED 2 DEC 2PM THU 3 Dec 10am & 2pm FRI 4 DEC 2PM SAT 5 Dec 10am, 2pm & 4pm SUN 6 Dec 10am, 2pm & 4pm Tue 8 Dec 10am & 2pm WED 9 DEC 2PM THU 10 Dec 10AM & 2Pm FRI 11 DEC 10AM & 2Pm SAT 12 Dec 10am, 11.30AM, 2pm & 4pm SUN 13 DEC 10am, 11.30AM, 2pm & 4pm WED 16 Dec 10am & 2PM THU 17 Dec 10am & 2PM FRI 18 Dec 10am & 2PM SAT 19 Dec 10am, 11.30AM, 2pm & 4pm SUN 20 DEC 10am, 11.30AM, 2pm & 4pm MON 21 Dec 10am, 11.30AM, 2pm & 4pm TUE 22 DEC 10am, 11.30AM, 2pm & 4pm WED 23 Dec 10am, 11.30AM, 2pm & 4pm THU 24 DEC 10am, 11.30AM, 2pm & 4pm

BOOK ONLINE watfordcolosseum.co.uk THU 26 NOVEMBER 8PM

16+

STEWART FRANCIS Pun Gent

The star of Mock The Week, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and Live At The Apollo, brings his fantastic and hilarious new show to Watford Colosseum. ‘A brilliant comic brain...this stand-up cracks some of the best one liners I’ve ever heard’ The Guardian TICKETS £18.50*

FRI 27 NOVEMBER 7.30PM

WHITNEY – QUEEN OF THE NIGHT A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time. This award-winning production features a stellar line-up with rising West End star Rebecca Freckleton delivering a powerhouse and breathtaking performance as Whitney. TICKETS £22.00* CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

THU 3 DECEMBER 7.30PM Queen’s keyboard player and musical director, Spike Edney, will be bringing his allstar band and some rockstar friends to Watford Colosseum – this will be a night for real music lovers and promises to be a show not to be missed!

HAPPY

HOUR

TICKETS Seated £40.00* Standing £33.00*

5.30-6.30PM

MENU SUITABLE FOR 12 YEARS AND UNDER

5.95

Main and pudding for

ADD A

FRUIT SHOOT FOR £1.00

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THE WATERBOYS ‘People should expect the unexpected from The Waterboys,’ says Mike Scott. It’s a mission statement which has inspired three decades of compelling musical shape-shifting, and one which yields thrilling results on The Waterboys’ eleventh album, Modern Blues. with a new sound, a new line-up and, as always, the promise of the unexpected – don’t miss The Waterboys live in Watford. TICKETS £32.50 A £2.50 per ticket booking fee applies

For just £30.00 per year, become a Priority Member at Watford Colosseum and gain priority booking on selected shows, as well as other exclusive membership benefits such as: • No booking fees on all tickets purchased (standard booking fees are £1.50 per ticket) • Free postage (standard postage fee is £2.00) • Priority waiting list access for sold out shows

PRIORITY MEMBERSHIP

• 10% discount on pre-show dining in the Forum Restaurant ...plus much, much more. Make sure becoming a Priority Member is your top priority - visit

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18+

SATURDAY 12, FRIDAY 18 & SATURDAY 19 Receive DECEMBER 10% OFF DINNER AT 8PM CARRIAGES 1AM

★ Snowball cocktail on arrival ★ Live owls take flight in the auditorium ★ Three-course meal and a glass of wine ★ DJ and live band ★ Glamorous feathered fun with the Vegas Show Girls

★ Professional photographer TICKETS Early Owl Offer £45.00 each before 30 September Tickets after 30 September £48.00 each No booking fee

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a selection of drinks ready for you on arrival when pre-paid by Sun 1 Nov

THE BARRON KNIGHTS’

PETER LANGFORD

SPOT LIGHT ON

Peter Langford is one of the original members of The Barron Knights, who will be performing at Watford Colosseum on Saturday 10 October. Tickets are available online at watfordcolosseum.co.uk How were The Barron Knights formed? The Barron Knights were formed in 1960 in Leighton Buzzard. We loved harmony and humour so when we heard the American group The Coasters sing their hits we wanted to be like them as their hits were harmony and humour. I wrote our first hit Call Up The Groups on my Mum’s kitchen table by changing the words of famous songs and making a story of putting them into the forces. Brian Epstein was the man who selected The Barron Knights to tour with The Beatles. What memories do you have of him and life on the road with The Beatles? Brian Epstein had heard about us and the strong following we were getting without a hit record and in 1963 he asked us to tour with The Beatles. They had Love Me Do and Please Please Me and She Loves You already in the charts. To witness Beatlemania was something I will never forget. The four Beatles were a great bunch and we had lots of laughs together. We had to back Cilla Black on that tour and she used to sew up my trousers every night cos I would split them in a dance I had to do. And after The Beatles, you were touring with The Rolling Stones. How did that come about? Two tours with the Stones was also a great part of our history. Bill Wyman’s sister took him to watch us at Aylesbury town hall in 1961 and we

inspired him to go home and buy a guitar. I met up with Bill last year and he said ‘Pete, you changed my life’. You’re now on tour again - did you think in the 60s you would still be touring 50 years on? 60s music will live on forever. We never knew the strength of a good sing along song in the 60s. I don’t think radio will play today’s music in 20 years time, but will still play 60s songs. Never in our wildest dreams would we believe we are still playing. 32 tours of Australia and New Zealand, many tours in the Far East/Middle East/South Africa/US and all because of music. Which bands or artists would you parody today and why? It’s tough now to parody today’s songs as most sound the same and our followers would not recognise the songs any way. If we have a good idea for a parody we would use an old song that all would know. What can audiences look forward to seeing from The Barron Knights’ brand-new show? Our concert is called ‘Soundtrack of our Lives’ and of course we sing our hits but we have a song about Charles and Camilla and a song about what happens to your body when you get older! We also play a bit of Classical and Flamenco, plus some harmony arrangements of songs from the 60s e.g. Four Seasons’ songs and good ol’ American Rock ‘n’ Roll.

MON 21 – MON 28 DECEMBER One of the most popular films of all time comes to the stage in this dazzling new production of Miracle on 34th Street The Musical. Kris Kringle takes on the non-believers in an all-singing, all-dancing, all-snowing adaptation of this festive favourite. A white-bearded gentleman claiming to be the real Santa Claus brings about a genuine Miracle on 34th Street, spreading joy throughout New York City. Featuring all time classic songs such as, It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas this heart-warming tale is one for all the family. Get ready for the happiest time of the year as the snow begins to fall in a truly magical production that will capture your heart. MON 21, TUE 22, WED 23, SAT 26, SUN 27, MON 28 3PM & 7.30PM THU 24 10.30AM & 2.30PM TICKETS £24.50*, £21.50*, £15.00* FAMILY OF 4 (must include 1 adult) £22.00* each, £19.25* each, £13.00* each CONCESSIONS £2.00 off GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off (all groups discounts exc Fri & Sat)

Main and pudding for

5.95

*A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

‘Sparkle and magic lit up the stage’ MAIDENHEAD ADVERTISER

‘A fast-moving, beautifully staged production’ GET WEST LONDON

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18+

TICKETS £35.00 including a cocktail on arrival, a three-course meal plus the evening’s entertainment No booking fee

WED 9 DECEMBER DOORS OPEN 7.30PM, DINNER 8PM

Calling all ladies! An evening full of gorgeous male entertainment, a cheeky drag queen, a devilish cocktail on arrival and a scrumptious three-course meal – this Ladies’ Night is set to tantalise all your senses! Contains nudity!

THU 10 DECEMBER 7PM

WATFORD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY The choir and orchestra of Watford Philharmonic Society return with their traditional Christmas concert. This popular family event brings together well known carols and festive songs for choir and audience with beautiful music from around the world. A great start to your Christmas celebrations – book early and look forward to a festive night out! TICKETS £19.00*, £18.00*, £16.00* UNDER 18s £5.00

SUN 13 DECEMBER 7.30PM

ANDY WILLIAM’S CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR starring THE OSMONDS with special guest JIMMY CRICKET Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with this dazzling, must-see holiday extravaganza. Sing along to your favourite Christmas Classics including Silent Night, Last Christmas and Merry Christmas Everybody plus The Osmonds will also perform their mega hits made famous during more than five decades of entertaining around the world. Also featuring nostalgic footage of the legendary Andy Williams from Christmases past, treat your entire family to this award-winning variety production. TICKETS £35.50, £30.50 MEET & GREET £151.00 OVER 60s £3.00 off A £3.00 per ticket booking fee applies Don’t forget...

PRE-SHOW DINING

DID YOU KNOW…

at Watford Colosseum in 2012, Robbie Williams filmed a documentary with James Corden called When Robbie Met James. Be part of the next historical moment – sign up to Watford Colosseum’s mailing list at watfordcolosseum.co.uk

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HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS

Buddy Holly and the Cricketers Buddy Holly and the Cricketers 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. TICKETS £19.50*, £17.00* GROUPS 8+ 10% off GROUPS 20+ 20% off

THU 17 DECEMBER 8PM

ABBA MERRY CHRISTMAS PARTY Dancing Queens and Super Troupers – join the platform-pounding, flares-flappin’, jive-talkin’, disco-dazzlin’, boob-tube-bustin’ ABBA Merry Christmas Party. Starring solid-gold ABBA hits Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper, Waterloo and scores more, this worldwide hit concert show is now celebrating its 20th sequin-spangled year. TICKETS £22.50*, £19.50*

WED 30 DECEMBER 1PM

Tea Dance

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r e b m e c e D 1 Thursday 3

18+

...Burst into

s ’ r a e Y Newve E

2016 ! g n a b a h t i w

A glass of fizz on arrival

Entertainment from a first-class pianist A three-course celebratory meal with a glass of wine A fire-starting showstopper from a fire performer! Appearances from the Vegas Showgirls Music from DJ and a live band …plus a fire-cracking countdown to the New Year! Receive

10% OFF

a selection of drinks ready for you on arrival when pre-paid by Tue 1 Dec

DINNER AT 8PM CARRIAGES 2AM

Tickets: £59.00 each

R FO D K AN £s O H ££ BO OT E B AV S

THU 14 – SAT 16 JANUARY 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! Using actors and 3D special effects, these two world premieres of Groovy Greeks and Incredible Invaders are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and events will come alive on stage and hover at your fingertips! Groovy Greeks – From savage Sparta to angry Athens, discover the truth about growing up in Greece. Take on the Trojans and pummel the Persians! Compete in the first ever Olympic Games and appear in the very first play! Meet your match with the Minotaur and be zapped by Zeus! Hold on tight as you gatecrash the Groovy Greeks! Incredible Invaders – The Celts are crunched when the Ruthless Romans invade Britain! Can crazy Caratacus save the nation? Hide behind Hadrian’s Wall. See the Savage Saxons smash their way in. Find out who’s at Sutton Hoo! Will you survive the Vicious Vikings as they sail into the audience? Stop King Alfred burning his buns! It’s a thousand year journey with Incredible Invaders! GROOVY GREEKS: THU 1.30PM, FRI 7PM & SAT 2.30PM INCREDIBLE INVADERS: THU 7PM, FRI 10.30AM & SAT 7PM TICKETS ALL TICKETS FAMILY OF 4 must inc. 1 adult SCHOOLS

ONE SHOW

£15.00* £13.00* £11.50* each £10.50* each £10.00 each

TWO SHOWS

SAVE…

£12.00* £6.00 £10.40* £2.50 £9.20* each £4.60 each £8.40* each £4.20 each £8.00* each £2.00 each

* A £1.50 per ticket booking fee will be added to all transactions unless stated otherwise. See Booking Information page for details.

Main and pudding for

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Arrive early… grab some food… enjoy live music… all before the show! Watford Colosseum has a rich history of staging performances from some of the biggest names in the music industry from Elton John to One Direction and from Genesis to Jools Holland. Now we’re launching Lobby Live – a platform for local musicians to showcase their talent by entertaining audiences in Watford Colosseum’s foyer. These performances are open to all – even if you haven’t purchased a ticket for the show, you can still visit the venue, have a glass of wine and listen to local bands for free.

acts coming up… THU 2 JULY 6.30PM

Viktorija Faith FRI 3 JULY 6.30PM

Stuart O’Connor SAT 4 JULY 7.30PM

Julian Mount FRI 28 AUGUST 6.30PM

Colvex Clinton Tavares Apply to perform...Help us showcase the best of Watford’s music scene – to be part of this musical moment please email Kerry Lanigan, Education Outreach Manager, on klanigan@watfordcolosseum.co.uk, with a brief bio and links to your music. Visit watfordcolosseum.co.uk/online/lobbylive to find out about other forthcoming acts.

STARSEEDZ

THU 10 SEPTEMBER 6.50PM

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Dr Seuss’s

BECK THEATRE TUE 30 JUNE

RHYTHM OF THE DANCE SAT 15 AUGUST An Audience with

KRISTINA RIHANOFF & ROBIN WINDSOR

TUE 21 – WED 22 JULY

THU 1 OCTOBER

HOLLYWOOD SPECIAL EFFECTS

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SWAN

RECT FROM THE WEST END

OKLAHOMA! TUE 4 – SAT 8 AUGUST

TUE 13 – SAT 17 OCTOBER

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST

Starring Nigel Havers, Christine Kavanagh & Siân Phillips

PHILLIPS CHRISTINE KAVANAGH Directed by LUCY BAILEY

Design by WILLIAM DUDLEY

FRI 6 – SAT 7 NOVEMBER Royal New Zealand Ballet present

GISELLE

STARRING

TUE 17 – SAT 21 NOVEMBER

LORD OF THE FLIES BOOK ONLINE

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BELINDA LANG as Aunt Eller

GARY WILMOT as Ali Hakim

BOOKING INFORMATION Booking your favourite seats at Watford Colosseum couldn’t be easier. You can book your tickets at a time that suits you using our safe, secure and easy to use online booking system. Why wait in a queue when you can book your tickets and choose exactly where you’re going to be sitting from the comfort of your own home? Simply visit watfordcolosseum.co.uk, select your show and follow the easy on-screen steps. Don’t have online access? Don’t worry! IN PERSON The Ticket Desk is open Monday – Saturday 12noon – 4pm. On performance days it opens two hours before the performance. BY TELEPHONE Call our helpful Ticketing Team on 0845 075 3993. Our lines are open Monday – Saturday, 10am – 6pm. PAYMENT METHODS We accept major credit

and debit cards, cash and HQ Theatre vouchers Cheques should be made payable to “Colosseum Theatre Watford Ltd”. BABES IN ARMS Children under four years of age will not be admitted to Watford Colosseum, except for family shows. Children under 18 months of age may be accommodated on parents’ or guardians’ lap subject to a £1.00 charge. For children over 18 months, usual ticket prices and concessions will apply and a seat will be allocated. Watford Colosseum reserves the right to exclude babes in arms from any performance. DATA PROTECTION Your contact details will be held so we can contact you in the event of a performance being cancelled and with your permission we will also contact you about our exciting forthcoming programme. If you would prefer not to receive such information please contact the Ticket Office or boxoffice@ watfordcolosseum.co.uk.

BOOKING FEES All bookings made via our

website, phone or in person are subject to a £1.50 per ticket booking fee, capped at six tickets per transaction. Some shows have a higher booking fee, please check individual show listings. Where tickets are posted there is an additional £2.00 per transaction postage and handling charge. Priority Members and groups of 8+ are exempt from booking fees and postage and handling charges. CONCESSIONS For certain performances

discounts are offered to make enjoying Watford Colosseum more affordable for customers over 60, under 16 and those who are unwaged or in full-time education. Only one discount can apply per ticket. Patrons with a disability receive the concessionary price, when concessions are available, and if accompanied by a carer in receipt of carer’s allowance,one free carer ticket. Proof of eligibility will be requested.

ACCESS FOR ALL We are committed to making Watford Colosseum accessible to everyone. If you have any access requirements please let us know when booking. • Access for wheelchair users • Induction loop and Sennheiser Infrared facilities

• Working dogs welcome • Accessible toilet

THANK YOU FOR HELPING GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL Watford Colosseum is raising money to help fund brand-new operating theatres at Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital. For the past three years HQ Theatres & Hospitality, alongside sister company Qdos Entertainment, has been supporting the Theatres for Theatres appeal, in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.

So far the generosity of audiences and staff has raised over £710,000 for the charity, but we have more to raise to help build and equip a suite of new operating theatres at the Hospital which will open in 2017. You can donate using collection tins at Watford Colosseum or online at gosh.org/theatredonation Your support makes a huge difference. Thank you.

BY TRAIN Watford Junction is a RD

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15 minute walk away. The nearest underground station on the Watford Metropolitan line is located in Cassiobury Park Avenue, a 10 minute walk away. Watford High Street station, operated by London Overground, is a 20 minute walk away.

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COLOSSEUM

TOWN HALL

A412 RICKMANSWORTH RD

PARKING Parking is available at several locations within a short walk of the venue. The Gade car park, WD17 1NA and The Avenue car park, WD17 4NR are both open 24 hours. The Town Hall car park, WD17 3EX is open to the public from 4pm – Midnight, Monday – Friday and from 7am – Midnight on Saturday and Sunday.

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A411 BEECHEN GROVE

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Copies of this brochure are available in large print and other accessible formats. Please contact the Ticket Office. Sales are made subject to the ‘Terms and Conditions for The Sale Of Tickets, Gift Vouchers & Memberships’ as published at watfordcolosseum.co.uk/Online/terms_conditions (copies are also available from the Ticket Office). Every attempt is made to ensure that show information and prices are correct at the time of going to print but may be subject to alteration. We reserve the right to offer discounts at a later date. Tickets prices subject to change in line with the prevailing VAT rate at the time of purchase

Brochure produced by adverset media solutions limited T 01723 363732 www.adverset.co.uk All information in this brochure correct at the time of going to print.

JULY THU 2 - SAT 4 WED 8 THU 9 SAT 11 - SUN 12 MON 13 - TUE 14 SAT 18 TUE 21 THU 23 FRI 24

AVENUE Q COLOSSEUM COMEDY CLUB THE CARPENTERS STORY THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA THE JUDY GARLAND SONGBOOK WEST COAST TEA DANCE ONLY ONE DIRECTION THE ELO EXPERIENCE

AUGUST SAT 1 SUN 2 SUN 9 FRI 14 - SAT 15 THU 20 SUN 23 FRI 28

THE BILLY FURY YEARS SING-A-LONG-A FROZEN ROLLER DISCO ROOM ON THE BROOM THE JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW BASIL BRUSH CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS

SEPTEMBER TUE 1 JIMMY CARR FRI 4 TROPICANA NIGHTS SAT 5 HERTS CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL WED 9 THE WEDDING RECEPTION DINING EXPERIENCE THU 10 THE KING IS BACK SAT 12 THE ABBA REUNION TUE 15 ONLY FOOLS AND 3 COURSES TUE 15 CAMILLA DALLERUP WED 16 BACK TO BACHARACH THU 17 24 HOURS FROM TULSA FRI 18 SHOWADDYWADDY SAT 19 G4 SUN 20 DINNER WITH…JULIE ATHERTON SUN 20 & MON 21 WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD THU 24 ULTIMATE EAGLES FRI 25 SOLID GOLD 70S SAT 26 NICK ROSS ORCHESTRA TUE 29 AN EVENING OF BOYCOTT & AGGERS WED 30 THE SUPREME FABULETTES

DID YOU KNOW… at Watford Colosseum in 2002, Oasis performed a warm-up gig ahead of their Royal Albert Hall charity show

OCTOBER THU 1 SAT 3 THU 8 FRI 9 SAT 10 SUN 11 FRI 16 SAT 17 SUN 18 THU 22 SUN 25 SUN 25 MON 26 - WED 28 THU 29 FRI 30 SAT 31 NOVEMBER SUN 1 THU 5 FRI 6 SAT 7 WED 11 THU 12 FRI 13 SUN 15 MON 16 WED 18 THU 19 FRI 20 & SAT 21 SUN 22 MON 23 - WED 25 THU 26 FRI 27 NOV - THU 24 DEC FRI 27

PADDY MCGUINNESS BEYOND THE BARRICADE CARMEN SINATRA 100 BARRON KNIGHTS FROM THE JAM TIM VINE THE BLOCKHEADS THE PURCELL SCHOOL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FAULTY TOWERS DINING TREE FU TOM WORBEY AND FARRELL BRITAIN’S GOT BHANGRA GUITAR HEROES DAVE GORMAN ADDAMS FAMILY DINNER INVITATION JIM DAVIDSON QUEEN EXTRAVAGANZA THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN WATFORD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY DIVERSITY JOOLS HOLLAND PHILHARMONIA CHAMPAGNE CHARLIE & THE BUBBLY BOYS ONLY FOOLS AND 3 COURSES THAT’LL BE THE DAY RUSSELL WATSON BILL BAILEY NILS LOFGREN MOSCOW CITY BALLET STEWART FRANCIS SANTA CLAUS AND THE CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE WHITNEY – QUEEN OF THE NIGHT

DECEMBER THU 3 SAT 5 WED 9 THU 10 SAT 12 SUN 13 TUE 15 THU 17 FRI 18 - SAT 19 MON 21 - MON 28 WED 30 THU 31

SPIKE’S ALL STAR BAND THE WATERBOYS LADIES’ NIGHT WATFORD PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY A STARRY, STARRY PARTY THE OSMONDS IN ANDY WILLIAMS’ CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR BUDDY HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS ABBA MERRY CHRISTMAS A STARRY, STARRY PARTY MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET TEA DANCE NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY

NOW ON SALE FRI 26 FEBRUARY JASON DONOVAN

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