Our legendary comedy nights are back, back, BACK for 2024!
Don’t miss three laugh-out-loud comics fearlessly taking to the mic in front of what’s sure to be a sell-out audience.
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Our legendary comedy nights are back, back, BACK for 2024!
Don’t miss three laugh-out-loud comics fearlessly taking to the mic in front of what’s sure to be a sell-out audience.
Our legendary comedy nights are back, back, BACK for 2024!
Don’t miss three laugh-out-loud comics fearlessly taking to the mic in front of what’s sure to be a sell-out audience.
Teachers! No-one understands you, right? You’ve got the kids, the parents, the head? If you didn’t laugh, you’d cry. KEVIN PRECIOUS got out. After years of teaching, he lived to tell the hilarious tale – actually LOTS of hilarious tales.
He enjoyed the teaching part. He just didn’t enjoy all of the other stuff that went with it. So he decided to leave and get his life back.
Join him as he explores the foibles of his former profession including the odd pedagogical swipe (phew!) in the process.
Teachers are exiting the profession in droves. Dissatisfaction with the ridiculous levels of paperwork and accountability, an overly-prescribed and increasingly narrow curriculum, and the foibles associated with the ever-advancing Academy system; all proferred as reasons. All of this subject matter finds its way into Kevin’s new show, ‘The Reluctant Teacher’. Of course, There will also be plenty of lighter stuff based around the day-to-day experiences of being a teacher to ensure things don’t become overwrought.
Here are some of the things other teachers, and teaching bodies said about Kevin’s previous teaching show:
‘Highly entertaining for teachers and non-teachers alike. Funny, witty, nicely cynical – and only occasionally Not Appropriate. This is for those old enough to sit inside the staff room.’ – Fiona Moss, Executive Officer NATRE National Association Teachers of Religious Education
‘I booked Kevin for him to deliver his ‘Not Appropriate’ gig to our whole staff team at our recent INSET. Kevin was appropriately funny and the staff quickly warmed to the event. Staff mentioned after that it was the best INSET ever. SLT said it was good too. As for Kevin, it is a real testimony to Kevin’s ability as a comedian he had us in stitches and the way he ad-libs and feeds off the audience is amazing. I would definitely re book Kevin for future events.’ – Julie Bellamy West Heath School, Sevenoaks
‘Using all his years of experience, Kevin had our teacher’s eating out of the palm of his hand. His uncanny observations of both students and teachers had the audience in raptures.
‘If you are a teaching agency that is bored of just inviting their teachers to the pub at the end of term and want to put on a show; Kevin provides the ideal act. It allows you to have a theme for your event, shows you care, as you want to do just more than buy them a drink, and most importantly, everyone has a ruddy good laugh.’ – Marios Georgiou, Chairman Step Teachers Ltd
‘Instantly recognisable stage presence and boundless wit’ (Leicester Mercury).
‘Kevin’s stage charisma and poise set him head and shoulders above the previous acts’ (Times).
Tickets from just £23.00
Starring SEANN WALSH, NATALIE ANDERSON and BAFTA Winner MOLLY WINDSOR. Sponsored by Staffordshire University, more cast announcements coming soon.
‘If music be the food of love, play on…’
Stafford Shakespeare is proud to present TWELFTH NIGHT: A Cornish Tale at the Gatehouse Theatre.
What’s it all about? Well, it’s a tale of a shipwreck, mistaken identity, girls pretending to be boys, genuine love, unrequited love, drinking, marriage, confusion, a love triangle and . . . well, we can’t give the ending away, can we?
Set in 1960s Cornwall, this vivid production will conjure up childhood memories of visits to Britain’s most beautiful coastline; beaches, fishing villages, costumes and music to match.
It’s a feast for the eyes and ears – and that’s before The Bard’s superb story-telling gets into its stride.
Twists, turns, sight gags, word-play – and some of Shakespeare’s most loved lines all add to this being a production that will leave you longing for more.
And probably another trip down to Cornwall.
The story in brief
Viola finds herself shipwrecked on the island of Illyria.
For protection, she disguises herself as a young man, Cesario, and enters the service of Duke Orsino to deliver love letters to Countess Olivia.
Amid a tangle of mistaken identities and passions, Olivia falls for Cesario, whose heart belongs to Orsino, who is still smitten with Olivia.
When Viola’s twin brother appears, complications peak and the laughter starts to rise like an incoming tide.
Packed with hilarious scenes and some of Shakespeare’s most memorable lines, this production will enthral audiences of all ages.
For long-term fans and newcomers alike, this age-old story has stood the test of time for good reason.
Don’t miss it!
‘Some are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon ’em.’
(Malvolio, Act 2 Scene 5)
RUN EXTENDED DUE TO PHENOMENAL DEMAND: Runs to January 5!
Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum, Jack And The Beanstalk is full of fun!
Yes, our 2024/25 pantomime Jack And The Beanstalk is earning rave reviews from critics and audiences alike.
Don’t miss the show critics are calling ‘the perfect panto’ night out!
Forced to sell his lovely pet cow for some worthless beans, join Jack as he battles to outwit the great big giant, land riches beyond his wildest dreams and win the hand of his true love.
Get ready for great jokes, bad jokes, terrible jokes and lots of laughs, music, dancing and magic beans (maybe they aren’t worthless after all!).
Will Jack climb that giant beanstalk to reach his happy ending? Will the front rows get soaked in the process? Will you get the best seats in the house by booking early?
All this – and more – in the laugh-a-minute Jack And The Beanstalk that will make your Christmas complete.
Don’t miss out! Tickets from just £19 . . . Oh yes they are!
PS: Check out our Panto Packages to make your visit even more special!
PLUS: GET A TWO-FOR-ONE BOWLING VOUCHER WITH EVERY TICKET PURCHASED! SPONSORED BY:
Space Oddity, Life on Mars, Ziggy Stardust, Starman, Jean Genie, Let’s Dance, China Girl, Ashes to Ashes, Heroes, Fame, Absolute Beginners…the list goes on and MOONAGE will play them all… plus our signature song Moonage Daydream.
Moonage is a David Bowie Tribute Band comprising acclaimed musicians, with a wealth of experience, that have featured in many other tributes (Pink Floyd, Queen, Free, Abba) and are fronted by an amazing singer, Andrew Walker, who has David Bowie’s vocals off to a tee.
The classic “Spiders from Mars” line-up is enhanced by keyboards, saxophone and full backing vocals whilst images accompany each song and are displayed behind the band.
One fan at a recent show emailed to say…
I’ve never heard a singer do Bowie as effortlessly and convincingly as that before. It’s a hard act to follow. Yet I shut my eyes at one point and it could have been him. Genuinely incredible!
Whether you are a fan of Bowie’s early years, the Glam Rock era, Plastic Soul, Berlin or 80s Pop eras, there will be something for you in their two-hour show.
You can sing along, tap your feet, clap your hands or get up and dance, but you won’t be able to sit still!
This really is the total David Bowie Tribute.
Please note the name of this show has changed from BOWIE LIVE!
Joe Pasquale has been showing off on stage for most of his life and now, after four decades of nonsense, he’s dragging out his favourite things for another airing to prove that nothing has ever been really normal.
So, if, like me, you have ever asked questions like: can a vegetarian get a job as a Beefeater?
If beauty is relative, why are all my relatives ugly?
If an Eskimo has a house-warming party, will his igloo melt? Why is it that dead people get to ride in such posh cars?
If a nudist spilt beetroot soup in his lap, would he have a stain on his character? And why don’t chicken breasts have nipples? Then this is the show for you!
2024 SHOW INCLUDES Q&A
Calling all ‘Dancing Queens’ – get ready to embark on a musical journey back to the 70s where disco reigned supreme and ABBA ruled the charts!
Arrival – The Hits of ABBA’s multi award-winning show is returning in 2025 following sell out shows in more than 30 countries worldwide.
Experience the outstanding celebration and timeless smash-hits of Sweden’s sensational pop group live on stage, featuring first-class vocals and musicianship, authentic replica costumes and fantastic interactive video footage.
From ‘Waterloo’ and ‘Mamma Mia’ to ‘Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!’ and ‘SOS’, every song will have you singing and dancing in the aisles with a night of non-stop entertainment. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or discovering their music for the first time, Arrival brings to life the extraordinary song-writing talents of Benny and Bjorn, recreating the true feel and thrill of a live ABBA show!
“Simply the best ABBA show” – The Stage
“The best ABBA show since ABBA” – Hong Kong Stadium
“The Ultimate ABBA show” – Phoenix Symphony Hall, Arizona
“Awesome, Awesome, Awesome” – The Times of India
“The finest tribute act in the UK” – Vice Magazine
Get ready to rock your way through an unforgettable journey with the only show to be endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself!
Immerse yourself in a phenomenal celebration of Bon Jovi’s timeless classics as the official band to Bon Jovi recreates the magic that defined an era with electrifying energy – transporting you back to the heyday of stadium rock.
The Bon Jovi Experience features smash-hits such as ‘Livin’ On a Prayer,’ ‘Always’, ‘It’s My Life‘, ‘You Give Love a Bad Name‘, ‘Bad Medicine‘ and many more. Our talented musicians and charismatic front man, Tony Pearce, deliver an authentic and high-energy rock ‘n’ roll extravaganza that will have you singing and dancing all night!
Whether you’re a lifelong Bon Jovi devotee or a new fan seeking an unforgettable night out, this show promises an experience like no other!
Reviews:
“The best Bon Jovi tribute band I’ve ever watched” – Jon Bon Jovi
“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 not only half way there, they’ve finally made it” – Outline Magazine
Social Media:
Website: www.thebonjoviexperience.com
Facebook: @TheBonJoviExperience
Instagram: @bonjoviexperiencetribute
Twitter: @bonjoviexp