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FRIDAY 13TH JANUARY 2023
                                                        SEEN BY OVER A MILLION PEOPLE, NOW IN ITS 17TH YEAR TOURING THE UK
                                                      It’s no surprise that this show is one of the biggest success stories in
                                                      British theatre history. Come celebrate our brand-new show for 2023
                                                      as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough
                                                       with the biggest Motown party of the year. Get ready for all the hits,
                                                           glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding
                                                            musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular.
                                                       You will be going Loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down
                                                          memory lane with all the Motown classics from artists such as,
                                                         Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The
                                                      Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Jackson 5, Smokey
                                                                          Robinson, and many, many more.
                                                                       EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £28.00

SATURDAY 14TH JANUARY
                                                                        castle, Belle’s attempt to rescue him leads to her
                                                                           capture by the Beast, a grisly and fearsome
                                                                        monster. Little does she know that he is a Prince
                                                                         cursed by a magical Enchantress. The only way
                                                                           the Beast may become human again is if he
                                                                         learns to love and be loved in return. The curse
                                                                          set by the Enchantress is bound by a magical
       Join Ballet Theatre UK with one of the most                rose. If the final petal falls all hope will be lost and he
   enchanting love stories of all time, “Beauty and the            will remain a Beast forever. Their feelings grow ever
   Beast”. Inspired by the original tale, this production         deeper as the clock ticks and petals continue to fall –
tells the story of Belle, a beautiful and intelligent young       will they confess their love for one another before it is
                                                                                            too late?
woman who feels out of place in her provincial French
 village. When her father is imprisoned in a mysterious           EVE 7.00PM, ALL SEATS £20.00, UNDER 16s £16.00

 WEDNESDAY 18TH JANUARY
                                                 Direct from The West End, experience the ultimate Whitney Houston
                                                 tribute show as it tours across the UK performing over 100 concerts
                                                every year! Whitney – Queen of the Night is a stunning celebration of
                                                      the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time.
                                                   This phenomenal production consistently delivers an outstanding
                                                 concert that has been described as “a powerhouse performance that
                                                delivers on every level…” Taking audiences on a magical rollercoaster
                                                   ride through three decades of nostalgic hits that include: I Wanna
                                                Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I’m Every Woman, I Will
                                                 Always Love You, My Love Is Your Love, So Emotional Baby, Run to
                                                   You, Saving All My Love, How Will I Know, Million Dollar Bill, The
                                                                Greatest Love Of All, and many more…
                                                                       7:30PM, ALL SEATS £26.00

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THURSDAY 19TH JANUARY

        MASTERS                             OF       CHANT
     This Award-Winning Production features a sensational line up! Hand-picked
 professional musicians and choir singers cleverly take the Traditional monophonic
  and unaccompanied sacred Gregorian characteristics and combine the different
                            genre with modern day music.
 Performing some of the greatest songs of all time from artists such as Queen, The
 Beatles, The Beach Boys, AC/DC, ABBA and Michael Jackson.Immerse yourself in
       some of the greatest compositions ever written, uniquely transformed!
 The show features songs such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Imagine, Yesterday, Let It
Be, Angels, Earth Song, Fernando, Viva La Vida, Africa, Still Haven’t Found What I’m
         Looking For, Hallelujah, Stairway to Heaven and many, many more!
                     EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.00

 ROY CHUBBY BROWN
 FRIDAY 20TH & SATURDAY 21ST JANUARY

  After over 50 years in show business Roy Chubby Brown has
                proven himself time and time again!!
   30 totally different DVDs in 30 years, 2,000 plus live shows
 worldwide, 4 books, countless original songs and millions of fans
  are testimony to the fact that he is “Britain’s King of Comedy”
     Don’t miss the opportunity to see the man himself live on
               stage in one of his favourite theatres.
                         Strictly Adults Only !
             EVES 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.00

                MADE IN ITALY
 SUNDAY 22ND JANUARY

Strictly Come Dancing 2021 champion and dance heart-throb Giovanni
  Pernice invites you to join him on a journey to his homeland for his
             brand new 2023 production of ‘Made in Italy’.
   Joined by an outstanding ensemble of some of the best dancers and
singers from the Ballroom and theatre world, this show promises to be a
fantastic night out!This Italian themed show features an incredible sound
 track, stunning choreography and beautiful costumes. But be warned…
                    in Italy, it can get HOT HOT HOT!!!!
         VIP MEET & GREET – PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR FURTHER DETAILS
                     MAT 2.30PM, EVE 7.30PM
  ALL SEATS £42.00, MEET & GREET £90.00, GROUP OF TEN £378.00

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SATURDAY 28TH JANUARY
    The Award-winning Tina Turner Spectacular
   Come shake a tail feather with the UK’s supreme
    Tina – Justine Riddoch – and her talented cast.
   This breathtaking recreation of a live Tina Turner
    concert celebrates the golden anniversary of the
  Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll’s signature tune Proud Mary.
 Tina’s no-holds-barred take of the song established a
    reputation for fearsome live performances – and
                those never-ending legs!
   Supported by an amazing band and her dazzling
   dancing girls in sequins, feathers and diamonds,
   Justine recreates those famed live performances.
   The SUPREME Tina, a regular National Tribute
 Awards winner since 2013, she’s got the looks, she’s
 got the moves, but most of all, she’s got THE voice.
  Join an army of loyal fans for a truly authentic, fun-
             packed musical spectacular!
            EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.00

SUNDAY 29TH JANUARY
       Only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family!
   The Johnny Cash Roadshow is back and better than ever.
 Award winning Clive John pays homage to Cash’s career as
     the Man In Black, alongside his iconic wife June Carter
    (Meghan Thomas) and a genuine top of the league band
  playing double bass, fender telecaster and acoustic guitars,
      drums, piano, trumpet and four part vocal harmonies.
   Delivering all the hits such as Walk the Line, Ring of Fire,
    Jackson, Orange Blossom Special and Boy Named Sue
along-side some of the darker more atmospheric songs from
the later American Recordings such as Hurt, this year’s show
 is an emotional roller-coaster through Cash’s career, packed
        together in one fantastic unforgettable evening’s
                          entertainment.
With standing ovations every night, Johnny Cash Roadshow
is the longest running, most recognised and still the biggest
   and best celebration of Johnny Cash in the world today
           guaranteed to leave you wanting more.

           EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.00

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THURSDAY 2ND FEBRUARY
                             As the first show I ever booked as a theatre manager and
                             still one of the best, I’m delighted to welcome back to the
                             Forum the international smash hit Spirit of the Dance as it
                             celebrates 25 fabulous years as one of the most popular
                                                  dance shows ever.
                               Seen by more than 20 million people worldwide, this
                             spellbinding high octane extravaganza takes dance to the
                             next level with an explosive fusion of heart pounding Irish
                              Dance and dazzling dance styles from around the world.
                            Irish in origin and bursting with raw energy, the breathtaking
                               dancers in this spine tingling show sound like a runaway
                              express train and their frenzied skill and military precision
                              sends shivers down your spine. Not one Irish dance shoe
                              steps out of line as their thunderous feet perform as one,
                               with an excitement that leaves audiences at the edge of
                             their seats screaming for more. With thunderous applause,
                              and standing ovations everywhere, Spirit of the Dance is
                                         one of the greatest dance shows ever.
                                        EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £29.00

FRIDAY 3RD FEBRUARY
                                                Direct from London’s West End,
                                                now in their 9th spectacular year.
                                                    Whether you’re a brother or
                                               whether you’re a mother, when the
                                               feeling’s gone and you can’t go on,
                                                 it’s time to put on your dancing
                                               shoes, for the night out of the year
                                                you have been waiting for, as we
                                                   celebrate the songs of music
                                                       royalty, The Bee Gees.
                                                   Join us for this breath-taking
                                                 concert spectacular, including all
                                                  your favourite songs, including
                                                  Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, More
                                                 Than a Woman and many more!
                                                   Ensuring the Gibb brothers’
                                                 incredible legacy of classic hit
                                               songs is well and truly stayin’ alive!
                                                  EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £27.00

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SATURDAY 4TH FEBRUARY
   A welcome return to the Forum for
           Michael starring Ben.
      Take a journey back in time to
remember Michael Jackson – the man,
        the music and the magic.
    MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre
production starring the UK’s ultimate Michael
Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only
does he look and sound like the King of Pop,
 but he’s honed his routine so carefully that
  audiences truly believe they are watching
          Michael Jackson himself.
   The show features a live band, dazzling
 costumes and the performer’s iconic dance
routines. It also showcases the greatest hits
of Michael Jackson and also of The Jackson
 5 including Beat It, Billie Jean, Thriller and
               Man in the Mirror.
    EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £27.00

THURSDAY 9TH FEBRUARY
Carmen – the most powerful, enjoyable, and tuneful opera          Ukrainian National Opera Presents
   Music by Georges Bizet. Sung in French with English
                       Surtitles
      Performed by the Dnipro Opera, from Ukraine
                                                               CARMEN
 Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a live
         Orchestra numbering over 30 musicians.
We are delighted to present to you this Opera theatre from
the Ukraine. Dnipro Opera has a long-standing heritage of
  top-quality opera productions, that we are now looking
forward to premier in the UK and present to you, the opera
                          lovers.
    Carmen – feel the thrill of fiery passion, jealousy and
violence of 19th century Seville Bizet’s most popular opera.
Carmen tells the story of the downfall of Don José, a naïve
 soldier who falls head over heels in love with Carmen, a
 seductive, free-spirited femme fatale. The infatuated Don
José abandons his childhood sweetheart and neglects his
   military duties, only to lose the fickle Carmen to the
               glamorous toreador Escamillo.
                                                               EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £35.00,
                                                                 CONC £32.00, U-16 £21.00

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FRIDAY 10TH FEBRUARY
                                                              Bye Bye Baby is a jaw-dropping tribute to the
                                                               musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and the
                                                           timeless, iconic music of ‘Frankie Valli & The Four
                                                                               Seasons’.
                                                             Enjoy a night to remember with incredible four
                                                           part harmonies, roof raising falsetto and energetic
                                                              and stylish choreography, all backed by their
                                                           excellent 4-piece band. Includes over 30 of Valli’s
                                                           greatest hits including Sherry, December ’63 (Oh
                                                            What A Night), Grease, Can’t Take My Eyes Off
                                                           You, Beggin’, Working My Way Back To You, and
                                                                               many more!
                                                            “Fantastic Show” – Rave Review, South Africa
                                                                     “Superb” – The Reviews Hub
                                                            “The bar is constantly being raised by Bye Bye
                                                                          Baby” – The Stage

                                                                 EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £27.00

 SATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY
 This international smash-hit tribute show brings all of
ABBA’s number one hits to the stage in a production like
   no other. The hugely popular show, combines the
   unmistakable harmonies, colourful costumes, and
dazzling performances by an all-star cast that will have
  you thanking ABBA for the music again and again!
Record-breaking movies, smash-hit West End musicals,
 chart-topping albums and singles – ABBA’s incredible
    legacy now lives on in concert with this all-new
                   spectacular show.
ABBA HITS: Waterloo, Dancing Queen, Super Trouper,
        Mamma Mia, Knowing Me, Knowing You,
Gimme,Gimme, Gimme, The Winner Takes It All, Thank
 You for the Music, Fernando, Money, Money, Money,
    The Name of the Game, Take A Chance on Me,
  Chiquitita, SOS, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, Voulez
Vous, I Have A Dream, Lay All Your Love On Me, Honey
                 Honey and Ring Ring.

            EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £26.50

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SUNDAY 12TH FEBRUARY
Put on your blue suede shoes and come to
celebrate the music of the King of Rock ’n’
 Roll with the UK’s supreme Elvis – Rob
     Kingsley – and his talented cast.
     Rob’s contact with the audience is
 immediate – As soon as the show begins
    you are taken on an emotional roller
  coaster, engaging audiences with a truly
    authentic Elvis musical spectacular!
  Elvis’s Photographer and Road Manager
 (1970-1977) said: “On stage Rob Kingsley
looks extraordinarily like Elvis. He sings like
  Elvis, but most importantly, he seems to
     capture the very soul of Elvis – his
   charisma, his gestures – hell, he even
              walks like Elvis!”
   Performing to thousands of fans in major
 theatres, festivals and arenas worldwide, A
   Vision of Elvis made history by being the
first Elvis tribute artist to perform at the New
  Wembley Stadium to over 50,000 people.                       EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £25.00

 THURSDAY 16TH FEBRUARY

                                                     Nathan Carter and his band
                                                                Kennedy Street Enterprises Present:

                                                                        plus support
                                                   This gifted performer originally developed a thriving solo career
                                                    around Liverpool, London and eventually further afield when in
                                                   2010 Nathan moved to Ireland to follow his dream of becoming
                                                     a professional entertainer. Single-handedly he revived the live
                                                   music scene in Ireland attracting young fans in their thousands.
                                                        Following the phenomenal success of the iconic hit song
                                                    ‘Wagon Wheel’ in 2012, Nathan became an established star in
                                                              Ireland, outselling One Direction and Drake.
                                                   Nathan has recorded six number one albums in Ireland and has
                                                      had a top 20 UK album release with the CD `Beautiful Life’.
                                                       Nathan Carter has established himself as one of the most
                                                     popular and best all-round entertainers in Ireland packing the
                                                   biggest venues available including the 3 Arena in Dublin and the
                                                                          SSE Arena in Belfast.
                                                     Don’t miss your chance to see this amazing artist live here at
                                                                           The Forum Theatre.
                                                                  EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £31.00

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FRIDAY 17TH FEBRUARY
                                                    28 chart-topping artistes from the 80’s are
                                                authentically recreated to look and sound as they
                                                did back in the day with a full live band, awesome
                                                  dancers, mind-blowing lasers and light design
                                                combined with huge video projection complete the
                                                   production together with over 150 costumes!
                                                Kim Wilde, Duran Duran, Adam Ant, Boy George,
                                                 Wham, Erasure, Soft Cell, the Human League,
                                                  Dead or Alive, Nena, Madonna, Cyndi Lauper,
                                                 Gary Numan, and Tony Hadley are just some of
                                                the stars you will witness in this high energy, fast
                                                             paced, party style show!
                                                  Fancy dress is highly encouraged and ladies,
                                                   dancing around your handbags is a must!!!
                                                 Radio 1, Top of the Pops celebrity, Mike Read,
                                                   endorses the show and we quote, says:
                                                     “ITS LIKE TOP OF THE POPS MEETS
                                                                  LIVE AID”

                                                        EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £25.00

TUESDAY 21ST – SATURDAY 25TH FEBRUARY
Mirror Mirror Mirror On The Wall. What’s
 The Fairest Pantomime of Them all?
 It’s SNOW WHITE of course and it’s
heading to The Forum Theatre this Feb
        Half Term! Oh yes it is!
 Tom Rolfe Productions are thrilled to
   present a production bursting with
 dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy,
 sensational singing, beautiful scenery
and the coolest Magnificent Seven ever!
    Will the wicked Queen Horibella
   manage to win the hand of Prince
  Charming? Will Snow White find the
   secret cottage? Will everyone live
           happily ever after?
  TUES 1.30PM & 6.00PM, WED & THURS
   11.00AM & 3.00PM, SAT MAT 1.30PM
 ALL SEATS £15.00, CONC £13.00 FAMILY
 TICKET £50.00 (2 ADULTS + 2 CHILDREN)

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FRIDAY 24TH & SATURDAY 25TH FEBRUARY
 Adult Panto is back! Now in its 5th year, we
are delighted to welcome back Liam Mellor &
Hot Rock Productions with Mother Goose . . .
    Cracks one off to the Forum Theatre.
   Starring Adult Pantomime legends, the
#cracking Liam Mellor as Billy Goose, and the
fabulously filthy Jimmy Burton-Iles as the title
               role Mother Goose.
  Will Mother Goose get glamour, fame, and
  fortune? Will Demon Vanity rule the world?
 And will Billy finally get to shag the Princess!
Find out in our fun and filthy Adult Panto for all
              you BIG Boys & Girls.
   This is sure to be yet another sell-out so
  advance booking is highly recommended.
              Strictly Adults Only!

        EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £21.00

THURSDAY 2ND MARCH
                                                              SO DIVA famously championed by
                                                           SIR TOM JONES on ITV’S THE VOICE
                                                           UK embark on their first National theatre
                                                          tour in a show with a unique setlist of 80s
                                                             dancefloor classics from Irene Cara,
                                                           Lipps Inc, Debarge, The Pointer Sisters,
                                                           Evelyn Champagne King, Kool and the
                                                              Gang, Stacey Lattishaw, Shalamar,
                                                               Stephanie Mills and many more.
                                                                Five amazing lead vocalists
                                                            complemented by a seven-piece live
                                                          band – this is the must see show of 2023.
                                                          Prepare to travel back to the time of your
                                                                        life and revisit
                                                                THE LAST DAYS OF DISCO

                                                             EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £24.50

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FRIDAY 3RD MARCH
                                                 The World’s Premier show in celebration of
                                                DIANA ROSS and THE SUPREMES Theatre
                                                    audiences prepare to be taken on a
                                                   spellbinding journey visiting one of the
                                                     greatest musical stories ever told.
                                                A chronological history of hits from a career
                                                culminating in over 100 million record sales
                                                   fronted by 2 international Diana Ross
                                                performers Cheri Jade (The Supremes) and
                                                      Tameka Jackson (Solo Career).
                                                 ‘Where Did Our Love Go’, ‘Baby Love’ ‘Stop
                                                   in The Name of Love’, ‘Reflections’, ‘You
                                                    Keep Me Hanging On’, ‘You Can’t Hurry
                                                Love’, ‘Stoned Love’, ‘Ain’t No Mountain High
                                                  Enough’, All of My Life’, ‘Touch Me In The
                                                Morning’, ‘Upside Down’, ‘My Old Piano’, ‘I’m
                                                Coming Out’, ‘Chain Reaction’, and so many
                                                                    more!
                                                       EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £24.50

SATURDAY 4TH MARCH
Take three great singers, add a dash of
comedy and rousing camaraderie with a
pinch of the greatest songs ever written
 and what do you get? A perfect night’s
entertainment with ‘Rat Pack – Swingin’
             At The Sands!
This fully choreographed homage to the
  greatest performers in known history
features stars of the hit West End show
 ‘The Rat Pack, Live From Las Vegas’
    and features the numbers every
audience can’t help singing and dancing
along to, such as ‘New York, New York’,
  ‘That’s Life’ and of course ‘My Way’.
‘Rat Pack – Swingin’ At The Sands! also
  brings its own brand of comedy and
  audience participation, making sure
     every party goes with a bang.                 EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £27.00

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WEDNESDAY 8TH – SUNDAY 12TH MARCH
    Stockton Stage Society present Kinky Boots
Charlie Price, a young man from Northern England who
  takes over a struggling family shoemaking business
after the death of his father. In his attempts to save the
  shoe factory, he discovers an unlikely hero in a drag
performer named Lola, as they work to turn the factory
  around, this unlikely pair find that they have more in
 common than they realized… and discover that when
  you change your mind, you can change your whole
                          world.
Kinky Boots won six Tonys including Best Musical, the
Grammy for Best Musical Theatre album and London’s
           Olivier Award for Best Musical.
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with
         Music Theatre International (Europe).
   WEDS-SAT EVES 7.15PM, (THURSDAY EVE BSL
     SIGNED PERF), SAT & SUN MATS 1.15 PM
 ALL SEATS £20.00 WEDS EVE GROUP PRICE £18.00
            (GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE)

 TUESDAY 14TH MARCH
THE HAUNTED FAIRGROUND is set in
  a decrepit fairground on the edge of
 nowhere. Haunted by creatures of the
unknown who had been Plastinated as
exhibits in The House of Wax & brought
 back to life by a Tesla Coil machine to
                run havoc.
This FANGtastic new show is set to blow
 your mind with an amazing set, stellar
  lights, special effects and, of course,
Beautifully Bizarre Circus acts, a sinister
    story and the darkest of magic all
  performed to an original Rock score,
Whether a Rock fan or theatregoer The
 Circus of Horrors has something for
              everyone.
 THIS SHOW CONTAINS SCENES OF AN ADULT
 NATURE AND SOME NUDITY. RECOMMENDED
               FOR 16+                                       EVE 7.300PM, ALL SEATS £26.00

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WEDNESDAY 15TH MARCH
                                                                                         EVE 7.30PM.
                                                                                        ALL SEATS £25

   Now seen by a live audience of over 250,00 to nightly standing ovations and rave reviews, join us for
‘Ireland: The Show’! Featuring an all-star cast of the Emerald Isle’s most talented singers and performers,
    accompanied by the fabulous Keltic Storm Band and world champion Gael Force Irish dancers from
     Kerry, Mayo and Clare. This unmissable show will take you on a journey through the decades of a
                                           globally loved culture.

THURSDAY 16TH MARCH
                                                                   The world’s leading Robbie Williams
                                                                      tribute show starring JK with his
                                                                  incredible Let Me Entertain You show.
                                                                 Audiences can expect an incredible and
                                                                    atmospheric night of entertainment,
                                                                 captivated by this full stage production,
                                                                 which celebrates the music of one of the
                                                                   UK’s most famous music icons of the
                                                                                last 30 years.
                                                                     JK’s resume includes tours to a
                                                                  staggering 22 countries, performing to
                                                                  audiences totalling more than 3 million
                                                                      people over the last 20 years.
                                                                    The show has had the pleasure of
                                                                  having star guest duets in the past, one
                                                                  being Robbie Williams’ father who has
                                                                 toured and performed duets with Robbie
                                                                     on three world tours. This duet is
                                                                       featured on the show’s DVD.
                                                                     EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £26.00

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FRIDAY 17TH MARCH
Step back in time to the golden era of music where the
jukebox roared and feet didn’t touch the floor. Get your
 dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake
  and relax – you are in for an evening of back to back
              hits from the 1950s and 60s!
   From the birth of Rock n Roll through to the Beat
 Group sounds of the British Invasion and beyond, the
  show is packed with over forty hits from the likes of
   Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly, Chuck
 Berry, The Beatles, The Ronettes, Cliff Richard, Cilla
                Black and many more.
  Performed by a full live band, featuring some of the
 country’s top musicians, this incredible show features
  excellent vocals, tight harmonies and an infectious
                      sense of fun.
  Dancing in the aisles is strictly compulsory so bring
   your dancing shoes and let the good times roll!
   EVE 7:30PM, ALL SEATS £24.00, CONC £22.00

SATURDAY 18TH MARCH
 Join us for the musical phenomenon of 2023 with
this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite
   feelgood factor will transport you back to that
 magical decade that was the 1960s. Whether you
come to relive your childhood memories or you just
 simply want to see what your parents have been
           raving about for all these years.
  Starring Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich, The Trems
    (former members of The Tremeloes), The
  Fortunes, Mike d’Abo (former lead singer with
  Manfred Mann) The Swinging Blue Jeans and
                  Vanity Fare.
Full of timeless classics, hits include The Legend
Of Xanadu, Silence Is Golden, Storm In A Teacup,
Mighty Quinn, Hippy Hippy Shake, Hitchin A Ride,
                 plus many more.
  Step back in time to when pop music was at its
                     very best.
       EVE 7:30PM, ALL SEATS £29.50

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WEDNESDAY 22ND MARCH
                                             Get ready to shake those hips to the
                                              world’s BIGGEST artists such as
                                               JLo, Ricky Martin, Shakira, Luis
                                              Fonsi, Gloria Estefan and Enrique
                                                           Iglesias.
                                            For the first time on stage in the UK,
                                             see phenomenal Latin artists bring
                                               you some of the greatest 90’s
                                            classics. Featuring She Bangs, Let’s
                                            Get Loud, Hips Don’t Lie, Bamboleo,
                                             Livin La Vida Loca, Despacito and
                                                      many many more!
                                              Celebrating artists that have sold
                                                 over 400 MILLION records
                                             worldwide. This is your ticket to the
                                                  HOTTEST night in town.
                                             So turn up the beat, get on your feet
                                             and be there to BRING THE HEAT!
                                                EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £26.00

The Cavern Beatles
THURSDAY 23RD MARCH
                                            On February 9th 1961, The Beatles made
                                             the first of their 292 appearances at the
                                             now legendary Cavern Club in Mathew
                                           Street, Liverpool. 50 years on, The Cavern
                                              Beatles present a Magical History Tour
                                              through the works of the greatest pop
                                            music phenomenon. Replicating, in both
                                               sight and sound, the excitement and
                                           energy of Beatlemania, the psychedelic era
                                                  of Sgt. Pepper, and the creative
                                              masterpieces of The White Album and
                                                             Abbey Road.
                                           Four costume changes and lighting scenes
                                               complement the changes in musical
                                              complexity as the show develops to its
                                            climax. The entire show is completely live
                                              with just the four musicians. There are
                                           absolutely no backing tracks or tapes used
                                                         in the performance.
                                            “Like a scene from A Hard Days Night –
       EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £26.50             Amazing.” THE SUNDAY TIMES

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FRIDAY 24TH MARCH
      This tour marks the 50th
 Anniversary of Showaddywaddy.
‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In
The World’ is a bold statement but
  Showaddywaddy has lived up to
 that title for the last five decades!
 Formed in 1973 in Leicester from
several local bands, they have sold
 more than 20 million records and
have toured all corners of the World.
 Their 50th Anniversary Concert will
  be a dynamic and uplifting show
featuring their greatest hits, many of
  which reached number one in the
             pop charts
  So come and join the ‘Dancin’
Party’… ‘You’ve Got What It Takes’!
   EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £26.00

SATURDAY 25TH MARCH
    Sweeney Entertainments and Sisco Productions
    proudly present Come What May – The Ultimate
   Tribute to Moulin Rouge – Starring Robin Windsor.
      We present to you an all-singing, all-dancing
  extravaganza as you enter the secret world of one of
         the greatest movie-musicals of all time.
  Featuring Strictly Come Dancing’s sensational Robin
    Windsor and a cast of top West End performers.
 Bursting at the seams with timeless classics including
  Come What May, Your Song, Diamonds Are A Girls
  Best Friend, Roxanne and Lady Marmalade plus hit
 songs from The Greatest Showman and other iconic
                    movie musicals.
   Travel back in time as the children of the revolution
  take you on a thrilling non-stop journey into the sexy,
    disreputable, and glamorous underworld of Paris.
      It’s a ‘Spectacular, Spectacular’ evening of
 unforgettable dancing, dreams, adventure and above
                        all – love!
             EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £29.50

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SUNDAY 26TH MARCH
                                                A welcome return back to the Forum by
                                                  huge demand for this Magical show
                                                where beautiful Princesses become Pop
                                                                 Stars!
                                                This is the children’s pop concert with a
                                                 big difference. A musical spectacular
                                                    starring four fabulous Fairy tale
                                                Princesses who just love to sing! It’s the
                                                               perfect mix.
                                                 Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits
                                                 from artists such as Little Mix, Ariana
                                                 Grande, Taylor swift, Meghan Trainor
                                                and Miley Cyrus, plus all the best songs
                                                    from all your favourite Films and
                                                   Musicals. Come and join the fun!
                                                  MEET & GREET: see our website for
                                                             details

                                                    MAT 4.00PM, ALL SEATS £17.00
                                                       MEET & GREET £21.00

SUNDAY 16TH APRIL
                                           International Recording artists Foster & Allen are
                                          looking forward to Celebrating over 47 years in the
                                           Music Business with their UK Tour in April 2023. It
                                            will be a long 3 years since Mick Foster & Tony
                                                        Allen have last toured UK.
                                          Mick & Tony will of course be performing all of their
                                              Hits like “Bunch Of Thyme” (it was the 40th
                                           Anniversary in February 2022 that Foster & Allen
                                           appeared on Top Of The Pops performing Bunch
                                           Of Thyme), Old Flames, Maggie, After All These
                                          Years, We Owe It All To You, Mrs. Brown’s Boys, as
                                                 well as some of their new recordings.
                                          Foster & Allen are presently in studio working on a
                                          brand new album which is due for release any time
                                          now. The album is aptly entitled “We’ll Meet Again”
                                             which features their version of the Vera Lynn
                                           Classic song as well as other new recordings and
                                                         some original songs.
                                            For A Night To Remember Don’t Miss Foster &
      EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £24.00               Allen’s “We’ll Meet Again” Tour 2023.

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THURSDAY 20TH APRIL
 Once Upon a Time is a fairy tale like no other. It is the
  brand-new dance show starring Strictly superstars
  Nadiya and Kai, for the first time on stage together.
   Our two stars have created a stunning show that
  highlights their different backgrounds, showcasing
  their incredible ballroom journeys whilst shining a
        spotlight on their love affair with dance.
 It also celebrates their wonderful relationship on and
 off the dance floor, whilst following their journey from
 childhood dancers to ballroom and Latin champions,
             becoming TV stars and more.
 They will share their inspirations and aspirations, for
 their first ever UK tour. It will be a lavish production
with beautiful choreography, stunning costumes and a
        talented cast of dancers and musicians.
 It’s an on-stage romance that you won’t want to miss.
   MAT 2.30PM, EVE 7.30PM ALL SEATS £42.50
                CONC £38.00

FRIDAY 21ST APRIL
  Join Dario G and friends on a nostalgic
  journey through the best pop music and
             culture of the 1990s!

 Better Than the 90s features genuine UK
  Global Mega Stars, combined with 90s
 nostalgia and interactive character actors,
for an incredible chart-topping show! All this
crammed in to an exciting and unique new
     show that blends singing, dancing,
   incredible lighting & sound, along with
100% genuine artists that brought us such a
    wonderful finale to the 20th Century.

  Better Than the 90s is the brainchild of
musician and songwriter Paul Spencer aka
   Dario G, whose music lit up the 1990s
         thrilling audiences globally!                      EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £26.00, CONC £24.00

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SATURDAY 22ND APRIL
                                Country fans are given a taste of Nashville with Soul Street
                                 Productions’ brand new show Made in Tennessee – The
                                             soundtrack of American Country.
                              With a band made up of some of UK’s finest country musicians,
                                 Made in Tennessee takes you through the decades of the
                             nations fastest growing music genre, from Country’s origin in the
                                Southern States of America to modern day Country heard
                                                    around the world.
                              Featuring classics from Johnny, June, Dolly and Hank, legends
                               like Garth Brooks and Carrie Underwood and modern country
                                 super stars such as Kacey Musgraves and Chris Stapleton.
                                        EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £24.00, CONC £22.00

THURSDAY 27TH APRIL
                                               Celebrating the great music of Jeff Lynne and The Electric
                                                  Light Orchestra. Blending rock rhythms with classical
                                                influences, ELO also released many classic albums such
                                               as ‘A New World Record’, ‘Discovery’ and ‘Out of the Blue’,
                                               and many sell out tours which further established them as
                                                   one of the most important and influential bands ever.
                                                 The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to
                                                  The Electric Light Orchestra. With a sensational string
                                                section, a stunning light show and large screen projection
                                                 to further enhance the experience, why not come along
                                                      and enjoy this incredible show which accurately
                                                  reproduces the songs and sounds and takes you on a
    EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £26.00,                         magical musical journey through time.

FRIDAY 28TH APRIL
                                From the producers of the hugely popular Bon Jovi Forever
                                ‘One Wild Night Tour’ Harder Rock Productions is Proud to
                                             bring you ‘The UK Rock Show’.
                                    Get ready to be transported back to the 80’s heyday of
                                   classic rock, combining the feel of a rock festival with the
                                 atmosphere of a top end rock arena tour. Expect fireworks,
                                 flames, amazing lighting and exacting attention to detail as
                                  this amazing 5 piece band, who have numerous recording
                                 credits and having travelled the Globe extensively, recreate
                                      hits from rock gods such as Journey, Aerosmith, Def
                                Leppard, Bon Jovi, Kiss, AC/DC, Van Halen and many more!
                                    If you are a fan of live classic rock this is the show for you!
                                                   EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £24.00

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SATURDAY 29TH APRIL
       Someone Like You – The Adele Songbook is an
  outstanding live concert performance featuring stunning
 vocals, a super-talented band and an incredible repertoire
  of all your favourite Adele hits – including songs from the
                     brand-new album ‘30’.
  Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC
  Special, the outstanding Katie Markham leads this world-
                         class show.
 Prepare to fall in love again with songs such as Make You
  Feel My Love, Someone Like You, Rolling In The Deep,
   Skyfall, ‘Easy On Me’, ‘Oh My God’ and many more!
          EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £24.00, CONC £22.00

                                                THE FUREYS
  SUNDAY 30TH APRIL
 The Fureys are one of Ireland’s all-time
 most acclaimed and influential middle of
  the road, folk and traditional bands.
  The Furey brothers were still trying to
 make it as folk singers in the late Sixties
when Eddie Furey shared flats in Scotland
with then fellow folk stars-in-waiting, Billy
       Connolly and Gerry Rafferty.
Eddie Furey recalls how “many musicians
 have told us we influenced them after
 hearing a record from their parents or
       grandparents’ collection”.
                                                  EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £25.00, CONC £23.00

  THURSDAY 4TH MAY
 The 25th anniversary tour features the
    sensational Liza Rebecca Walsh
  (Shania) an amazing Live band with
 incredible vocals, performing a classic
   selection of songs from ‘Come On
  Over’ plus other Shania hits and the
 music of Glen Campbell, John Denver,
 The Bellamy Brothers, Dolly Parton, Dr
        Hook and Johnny Cash.
 Relive all the greatest country songs in
  one night you will never forget ‘Man I
    Feel Like A Woman’, ‘That Don’t
  Impress Me Much’, ‘Don’t Be Stupid’,
              and many more.                           EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £24.50

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TUESDAY 9TH MAY
                                            One of the UK’s most notable Psychological Therapists and Crime
                                            commentators Emma Kenny discusses what creates a serial killer.
                                           Emma Kenny will take you on a journey looking at what ingredients
                                             of possibility lead to body counts by killers like Ted Bundy, John
                                          Wayne Gacy, Jeffrey Dahmer, and John Paul Knowles. What creates
                                          a serial killer, and could anything have prevented their potential being
                                                           activated, or were they simply born to kill?
                                            Emma specialises in victimology, but she is mostly known in the
                                          media for presenting crime shows including Britain’s Darkest Taboos,
                                                        Lady Killers, and The Killer in My Family.

                                                          EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.00

THURSDAY 11TH MAY
                                                                 arrive with a brand new production,
                                                                  promising more of their trademark
                                                                 musical prowess, acute attention to
                                                                 detail and incredible showmanship.
                                                                     This critically acclaimed show
                                                                    features the very best from the
                                                                     Eagles’ catalogue of classics
                                                                      including ’Hotel California’,
                                                                ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid
                                                                 In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation                           many more…
 of the legendary West Coast Country Rock
band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles
                                                              EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £32.50

SATURDAY 13TH MAY
                                     This stunning 100% live show combines first-class music
                                     with the slickest choreography and an amazing band, to
                                    deliver truly outstanding performances for the best Motown
                                                    experience you will ever have!
                                    This show will have you Dancing On The Ceiling, with songs
                                         from legendary artistes such as Lionel Richie, The
                                       Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Smokey
                                       Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson Five, The Isley
                                                      Brothers and many, many more.
                                    “Outstanding, with some thrilling dance routines, amusing patter and a
                                       brilliant backing band which would not have shamed the original
                                        Motown session guys’’ – Lancashire Telegraph, Alan Simpson
                                                 EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £28.00

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An Evening with Tenors Unlimited
 SUNDAY 14TH MAY

                                            Celebrating 20 Years
    Tenors Un Limited ‘the rat-pack of opera’ came
  together twenty years ago to bring their own special
 combination of popular opera, musical theatre, iconic
 classical and original songs to the world and redefine
     the perception of a ‘tenor’ in the 21st century.
 Staying true to the melody with rich harmonies, they
 have created their own unique sound, performing on
 television, radio and around the world at top venues
   and with top artists, including Wembley Stadium.                 EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £24.00, CONC £22.00

 FRIDAY 19TH MAY
    A rip roaring comedy musical with a splendiferous
           injection of Big Band swing…Pip Pip!
   Packed with personality and humour, Crooners has
 been wowing audiences with its witty and exhilarating
show full of hilarious one liners, laugh out loud silliness
  and superb musical numbers with the outstanding 9-
 piece The Mini Big Band live on stage. The show pays
  homage to some of the greatest Crooners of all time
 with a splendiferous injection of Britishness. Featuring
humour, tap dance and some of the most quintessential
 songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis

                   EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.50

 SATURDAY 20TH – SUNDAY 21ST MAY
THE TWIRLYWOOS ARE BACK FOR A GREAT BIG ADVENTURE!
Join Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy, Chick and their friends as they
 discover the wonderful world around us! Expect mischief, music and
       plenty of surprises as they set sail in their big red boat.
  The funny, loveable Twirlywoos are brought to life on stage with
beautifully inventive puppetry promising an hour of colourful fun and
laughter. From the producers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show,
Twirlywoos Live is an enchanting introduction to theatre for all ages.
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ‘All the fun, mischief and colourful characters of the hit
 show. My son adored every second’ – Manchester Evening News
        SAT 1.30PM & 4PM, SUN 10.30AM & 1.30PM,
ALL SEATS £14.00, CONC £12.00, GROUP TICKET OF 15 £180.00

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THURSDAY 25TH MAY
                        As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK’s number one boy
                        band, The Take That Experience mark over a decade together as
                                 the ultimate tribute act with their best show yet!
                        Wowing audiences everywhere they go with their amazing vocals,
                        replica costumes and electrifying dance routines, they continue to
                         successfully recreate the magic of Take That with the ‘Greatest
                                                   Hits Tour’.
                       The Take That Experience bring you all the classic songs you know
                          and love from the 90s through to the present.The show also
                        features the one and only “Robbie Williams” who brings alive fan
                           favourite songs Angels, Rock DJ and Candy to an already
                                EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £25.00, CONC £23.50

FRIDAY 26TH MAY
                      THIS IS AN EVENING OF PURE THEATRICAL VIAGRA
                         Our 2023 production stars Crissy Rock, Leah Bell and
                               Vanessa Karon completes the threesome.
                      Gladys, Olive and Elsie are three “vintage style” cleaning
                        ladies who, threatened with redundancy, chance on an
                           ‘unconventional’ way of earning some extra cash.
                       A wrong number requiring a Sex Chat Line rings into the
                    office and gives them a great idea… “Why not start their own
                      Sex Chat Line?” After all, their age and appearance won’t
                     matter on the telephone and providing they can keep this a
                     secret from Dave, their boss…they could be onto a winner!
                                  What could possibly go wrong????
                                   EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £23.00

SATURDAY 27TH MAY
                               Celebrating over 50 Years of one of rock music’s most
                             influential bands, UK Pink Floyd Experience recreate the
                                sights and sounds of the legendary band in concert.
                              This highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of
                              Floyd live, featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light
                              show and of course, over two hours of incredible music!
                             Come and share the passion for Pink Floyd’s music as we
                             perform iconic songs from seminal albums such as “Dark
                               Side of The Moon”, “Animals”, “Wish you Were Here”,
                             “The Wall” and many, many more! A true celebration of all
                                                   things Floyd.
                                          EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.50

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WEDNESDAY 31ST MAY
Join us for the world’s greatest celebration and tribute to
   the life and work of one of the best-selling singer-
          songwriters of all-time, Neil Diamond.
Using evocative imagery, video and narration to enhance
  the magic, this production will take you on a musical
journey through Neil Diamond’s glittering 50-year career.
 In this exciting live show you’ll be transported from the
   Bang Years to the present day and soon be singing
 along to all the hits including Sweet Caroline, Cracklin’
  Rosie, Forever in Blue Jeans, Song Sung Blue, Hello
  Again, Love on the Rocks, America and many more.
      EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £26.00, CONC £24.00

 FRIDAY 2ND JUNE
Forbidden Nights 2023 Tour is here… celebrating our 8th
        year so it’s bigger and better than ever!
    Immerse yourself in this sexy, innovative and classy
 show this new age entertainment brings you world-class
circus acts with our signature Forbidden tease. Get ready
  for your ultimate ‘Forbidden’ night out with two hours of
   breath-taking action, seductive choreography and our
        comedian compere for your entertainment.
Abandon your inhibitions at the door as the talented cast
 of acrobats, live male vocalists, fire acts, aerial artists
  and world-renowned circus performers flip and spin
       across the stage in this high-octane show.
             EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.50

 SATURDAY 3RD JUNE
Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening featuring the
    musical brilliance of Richard and Karen Carpenter.
 From Close to You, all of their chart-topping hits feature
   including Top of the World, We’ve Only Just Begun,
Goodbye to Love, Please Mr Postman, For All We Know
                    and Only Yesterday.
All superbly performed live in concert, just as they would
have been by The Carpenters back in the day at the Talk
      of the Town, London Palladium or some of their
  International tours including Japan. Indeed, West End
star and director Vikki Holland-Bowyer not only perfectly
emulates Karen’s legendary rich contralto, she even gets
                     behind the drums!
      EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £26.00, CONC £24.00

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THURSDAY 8TH JUNE
                     SUPREME QUEEN continue to take things to a whole different
                       level, with their homage to the halcyon days of one of the
                                    planet’s greatest ever rock bands.
                       Scott Maley’s incredible vocal and visual resemblance to
                      Freddie Mercury, fronting this remarkable band of musicians
                        has seen SUPREME QUEEN become one of the most
                          respected bands of their genre anywhere on earth.
                       Closely following the ethos of the original band, they have
                      always strived to create the Original Queen Live Experience.
                     Simply, a stage show designed to provide the most memorable
                          of evenings for Queen’s millions of fans worldwide.
                                    EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £26.00

SATURDAY 10TH JUNE
                          “Celebrating George Michael” is a new show for 2023.
                     Featuring the acclaimed Steve Mitchell, this production focuses
                     on a more mature and seasoned style that George brought us
                     with performances such as the 1996 “MTV UNPLUGGED” from
                                     the Three Mills studio in London.
                     As well as all of George’s best and well-known hits, Steve and
                     his hand-picked nine-piece band also perform some of Wham
                                 classics making it a very special show.
                     Dave West who played bass with George and Andrew on the
                     very first recordings of Wham Rap and Careless Whisper, will
                             also be joining Steve and the band on the dates.
                                    EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £26.00

                       The Everly Brothers Story
SUNDAY 11TH JUNE

                         From their rise to fame, decade-long feud and
                      emotional reunion, follow the sad yet glorious story
                                      of The Everly Brothers.

                       Featuring all the hits including Bye Bye Love, All I
                         Have To Do Is Dream and Cathy’s Clown, plus
                           many more classics immortalized by those

                                   EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.50

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TUESDAY 13TH – WEDNESDAY 14TH JUNE
                                      Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit
                                              show, The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns on tour.
                                     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. Don’t
                                      miss this stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime
                                                     mayhem . . . expect to be surprised!
                                                        Suitable for children aged 3+.
                                               TUES 1.30PM & 4.30PM, WEDS 10.30AM & 1.30PM
                                                   ALL SEATS £14.00, FAMILY TICKET £48.00
                                                         SCHOOLS PRICE AVAILABLE

 FRIDAY 16TH JUNE
 Join us for a stunning concert as we turn back time and
celebrate the Goddess of Pop, Cher. An exhilarating show
sensationally recreating all her hits, the hair, the costumes
   from her breathtaking career spanning six decades.
  Experience the ultimate tribute to Cher with dazzling
     costume changes, outstanding musicianship, a
  spectacular production and relive the Cher songbook
 including I Got You Babe, Gypsys, Tramps & Thieves,
   Just Like Jesse James, If I Could Turn Back Time,
Walking in Memphis, Strong Enough, Believe, songs from
    Mamma Mia and her new album Dancing Queen.
              EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £27.00

 SATURDAY 17TH JUNE
    Get ready for the Ultimate Pop Party! This pop
  concert extravaganza features the UK’s top tribute
acts to Ariana Grande (Ariana Live), Dua Lipa (Dupa
    Lipa) and Little Mix (Little Fix). The biggest solo
 female pop stars join the world’s greatest girl group
   for the Ultimate Pop Party! With incredible stage
 production and professional dancers this is a show
    not to be missed! Perfect for the little one’s first
concert experience or a fun day out for all the family!
   MAT 2.00PM, ALL SEATS £17.00, UNDER 16’S £14,00
                FAMILY TICKET £55.00

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SUNDAY 18TH JUNE
  Direct from their International Tour and recent performance
 for the Royal Family, the smash hit circus musical CIRQUE:
  The Greatest Show is a stunning show featuring a talented
troupe of West End performers, world-class acrobats and hit
  songs from popular movie musicals such as The Greatest
  Showman, Moulin Rouge, A Star is Born and Rocket Man.
  CIRQUE tells the story of a mime artist who discovers
 special powers and a magical musical TV which enables
         him to enjoy incredible new experiences.
    This award-winning musical masterpiece is a hit for
             audiences both old and young.
   MAT 5.00PM, ALL SEATS £32.00, UNDER 16’S £25.00
    FAMILY TICKET £100 (2 ADULTS + 2 CHILDREN)

 THURSDAY 22ND JUNE
                                       The Dreamers (originally ‘Freddie & The Dreamers’) celebrate
                                         some of the very greatest hits of the 1960s in this uplifting
                                                     afternoon of non-stop nostalgia!
                                         Multi-talented musical entertainer Andy Eastwood presents a
                                         classic variety show that will whisk you straight down memory
                                       lane to a golden age of entertainment! Special guest comedian
                                            Steve Barclay provides the laughs, fondly remembering
                                        favourite stars of yesteryear, and versatile singer Helen Farrell
                                                 will delight you with songs you know and love.
                                        It’s a feel-good show guaranteed to set the feet tapping, the
                                                   smiles glowing and the memories flowing.

                                                MAT 2.00PM, ALL SEATS £22.00, CONC £20.00

FRIDAY 23RD JUNE
                                                 As seen on BBC ONE and voted the U.K’s no 1.
                                                 Dolly Parton tribute by the Agents Association of
                                               Great Britain and undeniably one of the BEST Dolly
                                              impersonators you will ever see. West End star Kelly
                                               O’Brien performs the beloved hits of country legend
                                                 Dolly Parton, brilliantly recreating the vitality and
                                                      voice of the little lady from Tennessee.
                                                 Kelly is the best in the business; she sounds like
                                               Dolly Parton, she looks like Dolly and she’s as witty
                                                 and entertaining as Dolly. The show includes up-
                                               tempo numbers like ‘9 to 5’, ‘Baby I’m Burning’ and
                                               ‘Islands in the Stream’, as well as powerful ballads.
                                                          EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.00

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SATURDAY 24TH JUNE
                                               The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all
                                                  their classic hits including ‘Saturday Night at the
                                               Movies’, ‘You’re More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over
                                                to My Place’, ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin’ In The
                                                             Back Row’ and many more!
                                               Under the guidance of Tina Treadwell (daughter of the
                                                group’s original founders, George & Faye Treadwell)
                                               The Drifters have enjoyed a remarkable resurgence in
                                                   recent years with multiple successful UK tours
                                                including headline shows in major arenas and, most
                                               notably, the world famous Royal Albert Hall in London
                                                for the ever first time in the group’s glittering career.
                                                           EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £28.00

WEDNESDAY 28TH JUNE
What was it like being a mainstay character on one of the
 world’s longest running soap operas for over 28 years?
Join Alan Fletcher (AKA Karl Kennedy) Ramsay Street’s
 most famous doctor, as he looks back and celebrates
almost three decades of the TV hit series ’Neighbours’.
With the aid of video footage, live musical performances
 and hilarious anecdotes, The Doctor Will See You Now
   takes audiences on a journey through unforgettable
storylines, bloopers, secrets from behind the scenes and
   the emotional final weeks filming of the show’s final
             episode which aired in July 2022.
     EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £28.00, CONC £23.00

THURSDAY 29TH JUNE
A welcome return to The Forum Theatre for the World’s
premier show in celebration of the Canadian superstar,
   and one of the biggest selling artists of all time.
 Experience all of the hits from a career culminating in
over 200 Million Record Sales and 5 Grammy Awards.
   Fronted by international Celine Dion tribute artist
Alexandra Darby (BA Honours Musical Theatre and Brit
  School Singing Tuition) and her amazing live band.
“Think Twice”, “Beauty and The Beast “, “Its All Coming
     Back To Me Now”, “Because You Loved Me” ,
“Immortality” “I Drove All Night” and many, many more.
           EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £23.00

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SATURDAY 1ST JULY
The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back
together and are ‘Cruisin for a Bluesin’ taking you to
   the music capitals of the USA for one night of
 spectacular live music. this award-winning show is
  bringing you the very best in Rhythm and Blues,
Soul, Country and Motown with a few surprises and
     lots of lunacy thrown in for good measure.
   Dig out those trilby’s, shades and polish your
dancing shoes because we are bringing the party to
  you in this spectacular of non–stop music and
                      laughter.
            EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £26.00

SATURDAY 8TH JULY
                                                        THE ROY ORBISON STORY
                                           Barry Steele and a fabulous cast of musicians and singers will
                                              take you on a musical journey from ‘The Black and White
                                            Night’ right through to The Traveling Wilburys. They promise
                                           they’ll have you dancing in the aisles, with two fantastic shows
                                                                 in one great evening.
                                            In 2017 Roy Orbison’s classic hits were remastered by The
                                           Philharmonic orchestra, in Barry Steele and Friends we bring
                                           Roy Orbison’s legacy into the 21st Century show with critically
                                             acclaimed symphonic versions of Heartbreak Radio, Blue
                                                 Bayou, It’s Over and of course, Running Scared.
                                                         EVE 7.30PM, ALL SEATS £24.50

FRIDAY 14TH JULY
                                             Cloudbusting can’t wait to share their love for the
                                             music of Kate Bush as they bring their brand new
                                                   LOVE & ANGER TOUR live to the stage!
                                                As the longest running and most universally
                                               applauded homage to the music of Kate Bush,
                                           Cloudbusting has been championed by BBC ONE as
                                           one of the most authentic tributes in the world. Their
                                           passion for Kate’s music has won over sceptical fans
                                              everywhere, challenging perceptions of what a
                                                 tribute band can be and resulting in sell-out
                                                         performances across the UK.
                                            ‘Utterly, surreally brilliant’ – Mick Wall, Classic Rock
                                                         EVE 7.30PM. ALL SEATS £25.00

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 T H E F O R U M T H E AT R E – S P R I N G S E A S O N AT A G L A N C E
DECEMBER                                 14th CIRCUS OF HORRORS            P.13   25th THE TAKE THAT EXPERIENCE P.24
3th-2nd JAN 2023 BEAUTY & THE            15th IRELAND THE SHOW!            P.14   26th DIRTY DUSTING              P.24
    BEAST                        P. 2    16th LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU         P.14   27th UK PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE P.24
                                         17th LIPSTICK ON YOUR COLLAR      P.15   31st HELLO AGAIN – THE NEIL DIAMOND
JANUARY                                  18th THE SENSATIONAL 60s                      SONGBOOK                   P.25
13th THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN         P. 3         EXPERIENCE                   P.15
14th BEAUTY AND THE BEAST BALLET P. 3    22nd BRING THE HEAT               P.16   JUNE
18th WHITNEY QUEEN OF THE NIGHT P. 3     23rd THE CAVERN BEATLES           P.16   2nd FORBIDDEN NIGHTS            P.25
19th MASTERS OF CHANT            P. 4    24th SHOWADDYWADDY                P.17   3rd CARPENTERS GOLD             P.25
20th & 21st ROY CHUBBY BROWN P. 4        25th COME WHAT MAY                P.17   8th SUPREME QUEEN               P.26
22nd MADE IN ITALY               P. 4    26th POP PRINCESSES               P.18   10th CELEBRATING GEORGE MICHAEL P.26
28th TOTALLY TINA                P. 5                                             11th EVERLY BROTHERS STORY      P.26
29th JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW        P. 5    APRIL                                    13th & 14th THE TIGER WHO CAME
                                         16th FOSTER & ALLEN               P.18               TO TEA              P.27
FEBRUARY                                 20th NADIYA & KAI – ONCE UPON A          16th BELIEVE – THE CHER
2nd SPIRIT OF THE DANCE           P. 6        TIME                         P.19        SONGBOOK                   P.27
3rd THE MAGIC OF THE BEE GEES     P. 6   21st BETTER THAN THE 90s          P.19   17th THE ULTIMATE POP PARTY     P.27
4th MICHAEL                       P. 7   22nd MADE IN TENNESSEE            P.20   18th CIRQUE                     P.28
9th CARMEN                        P. 7   27th THE ELO EXPERIENCE           P.20   22nd GOLDEN GREATS              P.28
10th BYE BYE BABY                 P. 8   28th THE UK ROCK SHOW             P.20   23rd THE DOLLY SHOW             P.28
11th THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC      P. 8   29th SOMEONE LIKE YOU             P.21   24th THE DRIFTERS               P.29
12th A VISION OF ELVIS            P. 9   30th THE FUREYS                   P.21   28th THE DOCTOR WILL SEE
16th NATHAN CARTER & HIS BAND     P. 9                                                 YOU NOW                    P.29
17th 80’S MANIA                  P.10    MAY                                      29th THE CELINE DION SONGBOOK P.29
21st–25th SNOW WHITE             P.10    4th SHANIA                      P.21
24th & 25th MOTHER GOOSE         P.11    9th THE SERIAL KILLER NEXT DOOR P.22     JULY
                                         11th THE ILLEGAL EAGLES         P.22     1st THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS P.30
MARCH                                    13th GREATEST HITS OF MOTOWN P.22        8th BARRY STEELE & FRIENDS     P.30
2nd THE LAST DAYS OF DISCO       P.11    14th AN EVENING WITH TENORS              14th CLOUDBUSTING – THE MUSIC OF
3rd THE DIANA ROSS STORY         P.12         UNLIMITED                  P.23          KATE BUSH                 P.30
4th RAT PACK                     P.12    19th CROONERS                   P.23     DECEMBER
8th–12th KINKY BOOTS             P.13    20th–21st TWIRLY WOOS LIVE      P.23     2nd-31st JACK AND THE BEANSTALK P.31

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