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'Tis the season to be merry!' Beat the winter blues with the special Christmas version of the hit show for the festive season. After numerous critically acclaimed national tours since 2000 and four years in London's West End, "Christmas with the Rat Pack" really is the coolest party in town! This spectacular festive production celebrates the incredible singing talent of three world famous entertainers and performers and some of the finest music and song that has ever been recorded. Drift back to a glamorous era where the famous rubbed shoulders with the politicians and partied hard, Frank, Sammy & Dean, all singing, all dancing, all round entertainers, injected not only their songs into the 50s and 60s, but a lifestyle that everyone wanted. With a talented cast and 15-piece orchestra, take a trip back to the glamorous, hot, glitzy nights of Las Vegas. Experience Frank, Sammy & Dean's world famous classic recordings and more in this sensationally staged production that brings the music and lives of these legendary characters together again. Seasonal classics include 'Baby it's Cold Outside', Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer', 'Let it Snow, Let it Snow', 'White Christmas', 'Winter Wonderland' & 'Auld Lang Syne' If you wish you'd swung with the hardest partying pack in town, now's your chance! This show can also be seen at the Palace Theatre in Manchester on Friday 5th December 2008. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Verdi's Tosca performed by Ellen Kent Opera International. Love, torture and treachery is set against the backdrop of Rome at its bloodiest, with the famous arias Vissi d'Arte and E Lucevan le Stelle. With two of the best roles for tenor and soprano, plus a truly blood curdling villain for the baritone, this production features a large cast and full orchestra, within a specially devised cathedral setting in Act 1. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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La Bohème is one of the most romantic operas ever written. This is a classic tale of Parisian love and loss, boasting many famous arias including Your Tiny Hand is Frozen, They Call Me Mimi, and Muzetta’s Waltz. The set reflects the Bohemian art of the late 19th Century, with a stunning Cubist design backdrop and costumes by one of Russia’s leading designers Alexandr Krivoshein who has worked at the Bolshoi and Kirov. The carnival scene will include dancers and street entertainers providing fantastic colour and recreating the romantic atmosphere of a Parisian love story.« back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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One of the most famous and seductive operas of all time, Bizet’s irresistibly emotional Carmen guarantees an evening of passion and romance, this dazzling production features Bizet’s unforgettable melodies including the best known baritone aria of all, The Toreador’s Song. Carmen also includes a replica of Seville ’s main square with gypsy dancers, fountains, flowers and orange trees. Sung in French with English surtitles. Special appearances by Heather Shipp as Carmen currently singing at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden this autumn. Starring Louis, the majestic black stallion from the Royal Opera House’s Carmen and a donkey from the Elisabeth Svendsen Trust. Cast and animals subject to change. Carmen returns to the Opera House in May 2009. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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The Opera House Manchester and First Family Entertainment are pleased to announce a star-studded production of Peter Pan featuring Gemma Atkinson (Hollyoaks, I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!), John Thomson (The Fast Show, Cold Feet), Gary Wilmot (playing Smee), Britain’s Got Talent finalists Strike, Key 103's Mike Toolan, Milkshake presenter Jen Pringle, and Karen West. Gemma will take the title role as Peter Pan alongside John as Captain Hook. After having auditioned for Britain’s Got Talent at the Palace Theatre, Strike are back in Manchester to aid Peter Pan in his fight against Captain Hook by starring as Kung-Fu pirates! Peter Pan, the show about the little boy who wouldn’t grow up, tells the tale of the Darling children and their adventure of a lifetime in Neverland; a fantasy island filled with swashbuckling pirates, fairies, fantastic creatures and a traditional story all the family will love. Performance times vary. There are two performances each day, mainly 2.30pm & 7pm, Sunday 1pm & 5pm. Check our December and January calendar pages for times. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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ABBA
Forever is one of the UK's leading
International tribute shows and theatre
audiences from across Great Britain
and Sweden have long enjoyed this
superb recreation of possibly the
world's greatest pop band. The unique
Abba sound is replicated with an incredible
attention to detail, using a six-piece
band featuring electric and acoustic
guitars, keyboards and piano, drums
and bass guitar. Two outstanding Abba
girls complete the line-up, adding
the essential glitz and glamour to
a well-polished and gently humorous
show. The wonderful lyrics penned
by Benny and Bjorn are sung in wonderful
harmony by all six performers on stage.
Dynamic non-stop choreography, stunning
visuals, top class musicianship and
an ALL LIVE performance ensures that
the ABBA Forever Show captivates audiences
from the opening refrain to the final
sing-along chorus of this two-hour
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This delightful show re-creates the nostalgia and romance of the Viennese Festive Season and introduces the audience to a by-gone age of glamorous soirees and Strauss waltzes and comprises highlights from some of the great operettas of Strauss, Kalman and Lehar. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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The Birmingham Stage Company is proud to present Rudyard Kipling's classic story about Mowgli, a young boy who is raised in the jungle by a family of wolves. When Shere Khan the tiger swears to kill the child, Baloo and Bagheera agree to take the boy to the man village for his safety. But the jungle holds danger and surprises for them all and Mowgli's amazing adventure has just begun! « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Fame is the original high school musical following a group of star struck students in New York’s school for the performing arts. From auditions to graduation you will share their dreams and disappointments in the quest for success. Inspired by the Oscar winning movie, Fame the musical has encouraged generations to reach for the stars. 30 of the UK’s finest dancers and actors have been assembled for this legendary musical which features a spine tingling finale, prompting standing ovations at every performance. Running time: 2 hours « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Have you ever been to a film musical and had the uncontrollable urge to burst into song? Do you muse over the endless tailoring opportunities for chintz curtains? Have you always wondered what it would be like to wear a wimple? Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music is your chance to test your vocal range with several hundred other assorted nuns, Von Trapp family members and Julie Andrews look-a-likes. The evening begins with a live show in which your host will lead you through a vocal warm-up, judge the fancy dress competition and award the prizes. Costumes are not compulsory but they are highly recommended and you will be amazed at the inventiveness on display. The host will then show you how to use your free goody bag throughout the film and suggest some appropriate heckles and accompanying actions (such as hissing the countess, barking at Rolf and, of course, cheering for Julie). Then, you sit back and watch the original 1965 movie in glorious Technicolor ™ with the lyrics for all the songs on the screen, so you won’t miss a chance to sing your hearts out. The audience takes over as the star of the show from this point and almost anything can happen – the first rule of Sing-a-long-a is THERE ARE NO RULES! It’s not compulsory to dress up but many people do and it really adds to the fun. Dip into the wardrobe of your imagination and surprise us with your creation. The Sound of Music is a U certificate film in the UK and is suitable for all. Some of the evening performances can get a little lively and so may be more suitable for older children plus the late finishing time may mean that younger ones get tired.« back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | opera house | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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An
outrageous new musical celebrating
the wonderful world of H.R.T. Meet
Myra, Helen, Sylvia and Jessica in
this outrageous new musical that's
the perfect girls' night out. Share
in the friendships, the secrets, the
laughs, the tears and the ups and
downs of four ordinary women living
extraordinary lives. Hot Flush stars
The Three Degrees sensation Sheila
Ferguson, sexy screen siren Rula Lenska,
international musical diva Marti Webb,
West End leading lady Rachel Izen
and television heart throb Sam Kane.
With fabulous new songs, sizzling
choreography by Brendan Cole, star
of TV's Strictly Come Dancing, and
the all girl band THE HORMONETTES,
Hot Flush is more fun than joining
a gym, cheaper than botox and might
even leave you feeling 34 1/2 again!
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