THERE’S something for everyone over the next few weeks at the Memorial Theatre – from comedy from Rich Hall; a Take That tribute act and a show-stopping performance from Spellbound!
Back by popular demand for a fifth time, Take That tribute act, Rule The World, performs at the Memorial on Saturday 2nd October.
Rule The World have been recognised as the Number 1 Take That tribute act in the world. They appeared alongside Nicole Kidman, Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters and the real Take That on BBC1’s ‘The Graham Norton Show’.
After hearing Dan Maines speak, a stunned Gary Barlow said in amazement, “He sounds like me!” Gary then also praised the band saying, “These guys are good!”
This year will also feature the return of Tony Lewis as “Robbie”. The show is an accurate portrayal of a Take That concert and features all the biggest hits including ‘Never Forget’, ‘Greatest Day’, ‘Back For Good’, ‘Relight My Fire’, ‘Everything Changes’, ‘Shine’, ‘Pray’ and many more.
On Thursday 14th October, there will be an evening of mediumship with psychic Tony Stockwell.
“Remarkably compelling, amazingly detailed and always humorous,” say the promoters. “The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long established credibility as one of the top intuitive mediums and has shared the stage all round the world with international mediums such as Colin Fry, James van Praagh and Lisa Williams.
“Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages frequently including names, dates and locations and all delivered with emotion, sensitivity and empathy. The evening may include psychometry, photographs readings and psychic prediction.
“Recent legislative guide- lines insist that any evening of mediumship should be billed ‘for entertainment purposes’. Tony certainly uses his natural wit, showmanship and Cockney charisma to entertain but more important, Mediumship has the potential to change someone’s life and instil in them a sense of peace, comfort and purpose. We hope that nobody can fail to come away untouched by the experience.”
On Saturday 16th October, the Memorial welcomes comic Rich Hall for his Hoedown Deluxe show.
Rich Hall’s comedy /music locomotive keeps on rollin’. Ever-evolving, ever-changing, Rich’s combination of keen acerbic stand-up combined with spit and sawdust alt-country lyricism is a “win-win” (Guardian), as sold out crowds across the UK have attested. Fans keep returning because this show goes where other comedians wouldn’t dare: Barrow-in-Furness for example.
Rich’s acclaimed BBC4 documentaries (most recently Rich Hall’s Red Menace) and his Radio 4 series Election Breakdown have established a whole new legion of followers. He’s also a stalwart of QI and Have I Got News For You. But seeing the Hoedown is a whole different experience. Gut-busting, rib-tickling and toe-tapping, Rich Hall’s Hoedown Deluxe covers the full anatomical spectrum.
The show is strictly 14 years plus – Parental Guidance, likely to be swearing and adult content.
On Tuesday 26th October and Wednesday 27th October, Spellbound presents Bugsy Malone!
Based on the hit movie of the same name, Spellbound – the youth group of Frome Musical Theatre Company – are proud to present Alan Parker’s Bugsy Malone!
Set in 1920’s New York and narrated by our hero, the candy-coated Bugsy Malone, join us as we follow the story of the battle for power between the rival mobster gangs of the bumbling Fat Sam and the smooth-talking Dandy Dan.
As Dandy Dan’s hoodlums terrorise the neighbourhood with their splurge guns, Fat Sam must call on his good friend Bugsy Malone to help save his empire and his reputation!
With show-stopping hits including Fat Sam’s Grand Slam, Bad Guys and So You Wanna Be a Boxer, Bugsy Malone is the perfect treat for everyone. It will be a spectacle for the whole family to enjoy, full of hilarious characters, amazing musical numbers AND a lot of splurge!
Please get your tickets early for this fantastic and well-loved musical. The performances are Tuesday 26th October at 7pm and Wednesday 27th October at 2pm & 7pm. Tickets cost: Adults £12, Concessions £11, Under 16s £9.
On Friday 29th October and Saturday 30th October, the Memorial plays host to the That’ll Be The Day 35th Anniversary Tour.
From humble beginnings, the show has grown into a “must see” attraction all over the UK, coming up with a new production from its multi-talented cast year after year.
Unashamedly nostalgic, That’ll Be The Day takes its audience on a rollercoaster ride through the ‘golden’ age of Rock and Roll and pop.
The show has been described as ‘relentlessly entertaining,’ mixing brilliant vocals and superb musicianship with impersonations and hilarious comedy routines.
Guaranteed a great night out, this is truly the best ‘feel good’ show on the road. You won’t be disappointed! See page 21 for more details.
Please see the Memorial website for further details about all upcoming shows: www.fromememorialtheatre.org.uk and to book tickets.
