THE LONNIE DONEGAN STORY

Sat 2 Feb 2019 8pm £24 (£22 Conc.)

The legend continues – Lonnie Donegan’s son Peter is joined by the band that toured with the King of for 30 years. As well as faithfully performing everyone’s favourites, including the foot-stomping fun of Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavour, My Old Man’s a Dustman and World Cup Willie, there’s also a handful of Peter’s own sensational compositions to enjoy. The legend of Lonnie Donegan lives on, live in concert!

THE HISTORY OF ROCK

Sat 9 Feb 2019 8pm £20 All tickets

THE HISTORY OF ROCK is an unforgettable celebration of through the decades. A jaw dropping night transporting you through the golden ages of rock! Featuring the music of artists such as Led Zeppelin, Cream, Guns n Roses, AC/DC, Queen and many more.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

Tue 19 - Sat 23 Feb 2019 8pm (2pm Sat mat) £18 (£15 Conc.)

For the misfits of Skid Row, life is full of broken dreams and dead ends. But there’s hope on the horizon for flower shop assistant, Seymour, when he discovers a mysterious new plant with killer potential. Expect the unexpected as the Brookside

Theatre present a brand new, high-octane version of this classic cult musical. Featuring an incredible score from the legendary Alan Menken - best known for his numerous Walt Disney film scores - LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is one of the longest running Off- Broadway shows and most popular cult films of all time.

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MORGAN AND WEST: TIME TRAVELLING MAGICIANS

Fri 1 Mar 2019 8pm £16 (£14 Conc.)

"★★★★★ Brilliantly funny’ - ThreeWeeks. Great Scott! Time-travelling magicians Morgan & West bring a magical extravaganza to a millennium near you! Not content with their lot as the nineteenth century’s greatest magic duo, this prestidigitatory pair present a conjuring spectacular to the audiences of the modern day and back at the Brookside Theatre by outstanding popular demand!

FLEETINGWOOD MAC IN CONCERT

Sat 2 Mar 2019 8pm £18 All tickets

A great night of live music celebrating the legacy of legendary super group, Fleetwood Mac. An incredible two-hour show that features all the classic anthems including Rhiannon, Go Your Own Way, Everywhere, Don’t Stop, You Make Loving Fun, Black Magic Woman, Dreams, Little Lies, Gypsy, Say You Love Me, The Chain, Big Love and many, many more… A must for all music lovers.

AND THE BEAT GOES ON

Thu 14 Mar 2019 8pm £18 All tickets

The boys are back by popular demand with their brand new show, AND THE BEAT GOES ON. Suited and booted, The Revolvers are an energetic, world class tribute to a lost decade, faithfully recreating songs from artists such as Small Faces, The Kinks, , The Who, Spencer Davis Group, and many more! This musical extravaganza catalogues the classic hits from the era that revolutionised modern music. The energy, enthusiasm and accuracy of these four musicians will guarantee to get feet tapping and audiences dancing in the aisles!

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Limitless Productions present TEECHERS (TO BE CONFIRMED)

Fri 15 – Sat 16 Mar 2019 8pm (2pm Sat mat) £16 (£13 Conc.)

‘Observationally brilliant and endearingly lyrical” - Manchester Evening News. Limitless Productions present their acclaimed production of John Godber’s -warming and hilarious comedy about the trials and tribulations of life in a modern comprehensive school. Fast-moving, inventive and highly entertaining, TEECHERS brings to life an array of terrifying teachers and hopeless pupils through the eyes of Salty, Gail and Hobby, three Year 11 students who, through their end-of-term play, tell the uproarious story of an idealistic new drama teacher during his perilous first days inside a rough local comprehensive. A laugh-out-loud masterclass in education.

QUADROPHONIA PRESENT THE TOMMY CONCERT EXPERIENCE

Sat 23 Mar 2019 8pm £18 All tickets

2019 marks the 50th Anniversary of The Who’s most universally-known and highly- acclaimed concept album, TOMMY. To commemorate this landmark, the UK’s No.1 Who tribute band, Quadrophonia in association with the Brookside Theatre and Strictly Theatre Entertainments Ltd. present THE TOMMY CONCERT EXPERIENCE, is a 100% live concert performance of the classic 1969 album, including the hits Amazing Journey, We’re Not Gonna Take It, I’m Free and of course, Pinball Wizard - as recorded and performed by and The Who An evening of pure rock nostalgia not to be missed.

WHAT A GLORIOUS FEELING!

Wed 10 - Sat 13 Apr 2019 8pm (2pm Sat matinee) £20 (£18 Conc.)

WHAT A GLORIOUS FEELING! is a fantastic new musical inspired by true events; bringing to life the little known behind-the-scenes story of the tempestuous love triangle between Hollywood legends Gene Kelly, Stanley Donen and Jeanne Coyne during the creation of the greatest movie musical of all time Singin' in the Rain. One of the greatest movie musicals of all time is born in this intimate backstage play featuring the classic music, songs and dance of golden-era MGM. This production marks the UK premier of this Off-Broadway hit.

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ASSASSINS

Wed 24 - Sat 27 Apr 2019 8pm (2pm Sat mat) £18 (£15 Conc.)

'★★★★★ Bold, disturbing and alarmingly funny!' Winner of 5 Tony Awards, ASSASSINS lays bare the lives of nine people who assassinated - or attempted to assassinate - the most powerful man on Earth, the President of the United States. Some of histories most notorious individuals gather on stage in twisted pursuit of that illusive American Dream. Sondheim’s signature blend of intelligently stunning lyrics and beautiful music combine to create a disturbingly dark musical comedy not to be missed.

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS

Fri 17 & Sat 18 May 2019 8pm £16 (£14 Conc.)

On the 30th October, 1938, Orson Wells' radio adaptation of H.G. Wells 1898 novel, THE WAR OF THE WORLDS caused mass hysteria, convincing thousands of panicked listeners across North America that Earth was doomed in a desperate struggle with beings from another planet. The gripping script was broadcast to an anxious American audience eighty years ago but still leaves its residue on today’s pop culture. The Brookside Theatre will present a reading of this infamous radio play, believed by many to be the most famous broadcast in radio history. Accompanied by high-tech lighting, stage effects and projected imaginary, this original script detailing the frightening tale of an extra-terrestrial takeover will be brought to life on stage, guaranteed to thrill and chill audiences.

DEREK ACORAH THE ETERNAL LIFE TOUR 2019

Sun 26 May 2019 8pm £20 All tickets

2019 sees Britain’s best loved and most entertaining medium take to the stage across the UK and Europe with his all new ‘The Eternal Life’ Tour. Derek Acorah is something of a phenomenon. A truly modern medium whose appeal crosses the generations to young and old alike, he remains the forerunner in the field of paranormal and spiritual matters. Don’t miss another rare opportunity for an intimate audience with one of the very best, back by popular demand. Early booking recommended.

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HI-DE-HI

Wed 5 - Sat 8 Jun 2019 8pm (2pm Sat mat) £16 (£13 Conc.)

'★★★★★ If you’re looking for a fun stroll down memory lane this is the show for you!' – The Live Review. The Brookside Theatre are excited to bring this much-loved, BAFTA- winning BBC sitcom to the stage this Summer! Will chalet maid Peggy achieve her burning ambition to become a yellowcoat? Will Gladys capture her boss’s heart? Will that rogue Ted ever stop trying to scam the campers? Whatever happens, don’t be late for the knobbly knees contest in the Hawaiian Ballroom! So roll your sleeves up, put your hanky on your head and join us for a nostalgic and hilarious trip down memory lane, with a show that is guaranteed to have audiences laughing… the Summer party of the year.

THE EXPERIENCE

Fri 21 Jun 2019 8pm £18 All tickets

Unarguably one of the world’s No.1 Rod Stewart tributes, Garry Pease makes his debut performance at the Brookside Theatre with his incredible live show that celebrates the life and music of one of the biggest music legends of all time, Rod Stewart. A superbly authentic, high-energy show full of the passion, swaggering showmanship, audience participation and the sheer sense of fun that has made Rod Stewart one of the most popular performers of all time, featuring all the greatest hits including , Sailing, Baby Jane, First Cut Is The Deepest, Do Ya Think I’m Sexy, You Wear It Well, You’re In My Heart and so many more… With Garry’s popularity around the world, this is a rare opportunity to catch this show in the UK so early booking is recommended.

TONY STOCKWELL - PSYCHIC MEDIUM 06/19

Tue 25 Jun 2019 8pm £24 All tickets

The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, TONY STOCKWELL demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones, all delivered with emotion, sensitivity and empathy. We hope that nobody can fail to come away untouched by the experience

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