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Sparks
will fly this autumn as the World
Premiere production of FLASHDANCE
– The Musical explodes onto
the stage starring Bruno Langley
(Coronation Street), Bernie
Nolan (The Bill, Brookside),
Noel Sullivan (Hear’Say)
and Victoria Hamilton-Barritt
as Alex. Based on the Paramount
Pictures Film. Screenplay by Tom Hedley
and Joe Eszterhas, story by Tom Hedley
The first ever tour of the World Premiere
production of Flashdance is set to
take Manchester by storm! Set in Pittsburgh,
USA, Flashdance tells the story of
18 year old Alex, a welder by day
and ‘flashdancer’ by night,
whose dream is to obtain a place at
the prestigious Shipley Dance Academy.
The show features an iconic score
including the smash hit "Maniac",
along with “Manhunt”,
"Gloria", “I Love
Rock & Roll” and the Academy
Award winning title track "Flashdance
- What a Feeling". Full of pulsating
raw energy and breathtaking choreography
by Arlene Phillips (Grease, Strictly
Come Dancing, Starlight Express, Saturday
Night Fever). Flashdance is an unmistakably
unique musical about holding onto
your dreams and love against all the
odds. It promises to be the musical
event of the year – so take
your passion and make it happen!
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S4K's
Romeo & Juliet The Musical.
Love
at first sight. Two families. One
long standing feud. Two young people
destined to fall in love...and die.
Romeo & Juliet - the most famous
love story in the world - is brilliantly
- and often hilariously - brought
to life in a vibrant, fun-filled,
rock'n' rolling Shakespeare 4 Kidz
production touring the UK prior to
another International season. Perfect
for those studying Shakespeare at
Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3.
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Million-selling hit follows million-selling hit as Abba meet the Bee Gees in brilliant box office blockbuster Thank You For the Music. Abba Magic and Bee Gees Magic star in the year’s biggest and best concert show, taking you on an unforgettable magical musical ride. Classic Abba hits Dancing Queen, Super Trouper and Thank You For the Music rub shoulders with chart toppers Massachusetts, Stayin’ Alive and even Bee Gees-penned hits for other artists; Islands in the Stream and Woman in Love. Join us in a theatrical romp through the decades, a show that has it all – star-studded cast, glittering costumes, superb musicianship. Experience the world’s original and best Abba and Bee Gees theatre show – now in its 11th fantastic year – as we say Thank You For the Music. « back to top » « close panel »
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The sensational voice of the UK’s greatest modern diva, Jane McDonald, is heading to a theatre near you for a fantastic evening of entertainment. This superb new show sees Jane supported by her outstanding band and her fabulous backing vocalists. The concert showcases hits from her many record breaking albums, including her own compositions, and of course no Jane McDonald production would be complete without her glamorous and dazzling outfits. « back to top » « close panel »
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The Kennedy Studio, based in Droylsden, Manchester are performing for one night only showcasing their work from students from 2-20 years old. For a fun evening, jam-packed with local talent, Children of the Revolution will be one not too miss. « back to top » « close panel »
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Angelina’s Star Performance brings the magic of Angelina Ballerina to life in her first live performance on stage. Angelina Ballerina has been given the honour of putting on her very own performance of The Sleeping Beauty for the Queen in her splendid palace. It’s Angelina's biggest challenge yet… will she manage to pull it off? The show is based on the acclaimed children's books written by Katharine Holabird and illustrated by Helen Craig. This magical introduction to ballet for children aged 3 and above is a rare treat to see Angelina Ballerina perform her pirouettes and grand jetés in front of a live audience. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | palace theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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The International smash hit "Spirit of the Dance" is one of the most successful shows ever to come out of Ireland and has been seen by more than thirty million people around the world. From the Spirit of the Dance production offices in London, England, the international tours of our award-winning show are coordinated. At any one time, up to ten performances of Spirit of the Dance can be taking place on the same night in different countries around the world. In addition we have four resident shows in America and two touring groups that appear at state fairs, casinos, and theatres right across the U.S. Over 350 dancers, 75 technical staff, and a dedicated management team are working round the clock to ensure that our smash hit production looks great wherever it appears worldwide. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | palace theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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The Janice Hughes School of Dance bring their latest show to the Palace Theatre. From her dancing school based in Hyde, Janice is bringing over 200 pupils to perform their own dance extravaganza which promises to bring an explosion of colour, energy and enthusiasm to The Palace Theatre. Pupils, ranging from the ages of 3 - 25 will be performing to music from the likes of High School Musical, Enchanted and Hairspray, culminating in a rousing patriotic finale!! « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | palace theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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By jove, here is an evening full of laughter and songs from comic genius and showbiz legend Ken Dodd bringing his famous happiness show to town, he will be dispensing liberal doses of his tickle tonic. You're sure to be chortling all the way home.« back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | palace theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Bill Kenwright presents Can’t Smile Without You. Pop icon CHESNEY HAWKES, best known for his Number One Smash Hit ‘The One and Only’, SIOBHAN DILLON, popular runner-up from BBC TV’s ‘How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria’, and FRANCESCA JACKSON, talented finalist from recent TV hit ‘I’d Do Anything’, star in Can’t Smile Without You, a new musical featuring the songs of music legend Barry Manilow. With book by Tim Prager, based on an original idea by Bill Kenwright, and featuring all the timeless hits from music legend Barry Manilow, the story centres around an aspiring young band who, on a visit to New York, come across an opportunity not to be missed - auditions for the latest reality TV show to find the next pop music sensation. When the TV company offers lead singer Tony a chance to appear on the show, the other band members give him their unconditional blessing. But before Tony can realise his dream, he is caught up in a tragic sequence of events which leaves him fighting for his life. Left with no memory his dreams are all but shattered. His only hope lies in the power of the music he loves and his feelings for a girl he once knew called Mandy… Barry Manilow is one of the most successful music artists of all time. He has sold more than 75 million records worldwide and at the height of his success he had five albums on the best-seller charts in the US. This brand new musical, fully endorsed by Barry Manilow and his music executive Garry Kief, includes over 30 of Barry’s hit songs including Could It Be Magic, It’s A Miracle, I Write The Songs, Mandy, I Made It Through The Rain, Trying To Get The Feeling and of course Can’t Smile Without You as well as many, many more. Please note: Barry Manilow will not be starring in this production. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | palace theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Music and lyrics by Kander and Ebb, the team behind the hit musical Chicago.
Wilkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome to Bill Kenwright’s multi award winning hit West End production of Cabaret! The “Sensational” Double Olivier Award Winner and Variety Club Awards ‘Best Musical’, turns Weimar Berlin of 1931 into a divine haven of decadence, its extraordinary and morally ambiguous inhabitants determined to keep up appearances as the real world prepares for the nightmarish chaos of war. And at its heart is the legendary Sally Bowles who performs nightly at the infamous Kit Kat Klub in "A shimmering masterpiece of a show guaranteed night after night! It’s divine decadence darling!" Since its Broadway premiere in 1966 and the famous movie version, with Liza Minnelli, Michael York and Joel Grey, Cabaret won a staggering number of stage and screen awards including eight Oscar's, seven BAFTA's and thirteen Tony's. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | palace theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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There is a fabulous night of entertainment on offer at the Palace Theatre, Manchester on Sunday 12th October 2008 when Variety Club hosts its annual Big Night Out. Already booked to appear is Charlie Green who shot to fame with his performances on the TV series Britain’s Got Talent . Charlie will be performing a special version of the song Summer Wind which brought him national fame and received plaudits from Simon Cowell. Also appearing is X Factor’s Joanne Hindley from Bolton who a few years ago performed on the Westlife album Allow us to be Frank, with many more artists set to confirm their attendance. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | palace theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Joe started his musical career as a guitarist, working with the likes of Johnny Cash, Gene Vincent and Eddie Cochran. In 1960, he formed his own group Joe Brown & The Bruvvers and had numerous top ten hits including the number 1 hit 'Picture Of You'. Joe has also starred in six major motion pictures, and appeared many times on the West End stage. Unlike many other stars from the '60s who have reformed their bands now that there is such interest in their music again, Joe has never stopped working, he performs nearly 200 shows a year and has kept his music current throughout. Now you can buy tickets to see Joe's 50th anniversary tour. « back to top » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | palace theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Dylan Moran, star of Black Books, Shaun Of The Dead and Run Fat Boy Run is back with a brand new show, WHAT IT IS. Moran's legendary stand up rants have sold out across the world cementing this unkempt wordsmith’s reputation as one of the foremost comics of his generation. Likened to Dave Allen and labelled ‘The Oscar Wilde of Comedy’ Dylan is unpredictable, bizarre, elegiac, often cruel but above all painfully funny.He sees through the joys and disappointments of human existence with the sensibility and intense perception of a man teetering on the edge. He chews life up and coughs it out. « back to top » « close panel » |
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