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If you’re interested in what’s on, but always forget to check the website until the best seats have gone, join our emailing list for regular updates, advance notice of big shows going on sale, occasional offers and discounts! You can sign up online or give us a call. For a weekly opportunity to win tickets in Competition Friday, make sure you’re following us on Facebook! Keeping in touch has never been easier, we’re available on Twitter, Welcome to Spring 2018 at The Cresset and another huge range of live Facebook, email and telephone. Or you could just pop in to the Box Office entertainment and events. We’ve got some great new shows for you this season, where our team are always happy to help. and some popular returning favourites, with the usual mix of comedy, music, Let’s get social! Get in touch now... dance and great evenings out. We hope you enjoy browsing through this guide, and if you see something you fancy just pop along to the website or give us a call to book your tickets. As we write this, we’re on the verge of opening Snow White, our annual Christmas Pantomime, but we’re already thinking ahead to Christmas 2018, and tickets for a brand new panto Robin Hood are already on sale! It really is never too early to book that festive treat, and with prices held for another year it won’t Visit the website... break the bank. Check what’s on, book tickets, view our function suites, read what 2018 sees yet more improvements in The Cresset, with further upgrades to decor our customers say about us, plan your visit, find out where to stay, and lighting in the works, and a fantastic new look bar and restaurant, as The download a brochure, view the restaurant menu, learn more about us, Fayre Spot undergoes a major refurbishment. See more about that over the page. contact a member of the team - there’s just so much going on! All this and more at www.cresset.co.uk As always we’d like to thank our fantastic audiences and customers for a fantastic 2017, and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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2018 marks 40 years since The Cresset was officially opened by HM The Queen. Over the coming months we’ll be planning some special events and celebrations, so do look out for those!

In the meantime we’re keen to hear your stories. Were you here on 22nd March when The Queen visited? Did you attend events here in the early days? Or maybe you worked at The Cresset or one of the partner organisations. Whatever your memories, we want to hear from you! Get in touch via our Facebook page, or email marketing@ cresset.co.uk and share your memories with us. The best photos and materials will be gathered together to form a visual history of The Cresset which will be on display in 2018.

Here’s to another 40 years!

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In January 2018, an extensive refurbishment will be undertaken, as part of The Cresset’s ongoing commitment to improving quality and service. The 6-week project will result in a brand new, purpose designed environment for our customers to enjoy.

Features include the following: • New bigger screen for live sport • Increased seating capacity • Level flooring throughout for POP-UP PUB improved access Open from Sat 6th January to Friday 8th February 2018 • High quality decor throughout Studio 2 at The Cresset • New and improved toilets • Welcoming open servery dining Never fear, during the refurbishment works we’ll be offering the same area great drinks, food and service to all of our customers in our special • New lighting throughout pop-up pub! For the duration of the works, Studio 2 at The Cresset • Improvements to the outdoor (off the concourse, next door to The Fayre Spot) will be transformed www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 patio into a bar and restaurant.

Lloyd Grossman opened The Fayre Spot All the amenities you have come to expect will be available, including & Goodly (as it was then known) in 1993. hot and cold food, a full range of drinks, TV, music and good The new and improved Fayre Spot will open on Saturday 9th company. So don’t go elsewhere, stop by and see us! 4 February 2018, we look forward to seeing you there soon! w WEDDINGS AT THE CRESSET The Cresset is Peterborough’s foremost wedding venue, with three elegant function suites ideal for wedding celebrations. We are proud to be licensed to hold wedding ceremonies since 1999, and are delighted to have hosted hundreds of marriages including many same sex weddings.

Whether you are planning an intimate gathering of your www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 Cresset Functions & Events closest friends and family, or a large celebration for hundreds of guests, we can Whatever your event, The Cresset is the ideal venue. From conferences and tailor the perfect package for your special day. We are happy to cater for any training to weddings and parties, our flexible function rooms, excellent catering event, from small buffet-style receptions, through to a sumptuous sit-down meal options and outstanding service means your event is in safe hands. With our for 300 guests. incredible value packages it costs less than you think! Our expert wedding team provides a friendly, personal yet If you’re organising an event, whether it’s business or pleasure, consider The professional service, so you can relax and enjoy your day. Cresset as your venue. We also offer an affordable and stress-free range of We also recognise that every wedding is different, and funeral receptions, with sensitive and friendly service. promise to help you create a completely bespoke package Visit the website for photos and specifications of all the rooms, or to download a to suit your personality, taste and budget. brochure. To book an appointment to discuss your bespoke event, contact us on For a personal appointment and a tour of the suites, 01733 842513 or email [email protected] please contact our wedding team on 01733 842513, download a brochure at www.cresset.co.uk, or pop along to our Open Evening on 15th February.

Thursday 15th February 2018 Don’t spend hours looking round wedding fayres, and researching hundreds of suppliers online. Join us for an exclusive open evening, and start planning your special day. Free entry and free parking for all visitors. * View our fully-set function suites with a range of decorations. * Book an exclusive 30-minute no-obligation appointment with one of our expert Wedding Co-ordinators to discuss your bespoke package. * Enjoy complimentary drinks while you chat. * Meet our recommended suppliers and get personal advice and discounts Contact the wedding team on 01733 842513 or email [email protected] 5 w The Cresset - for shopping, leisure, beauty and much much more... www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733

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Encore Dance Academy return with Rainbow Rhythms.

Pupils will perform a range of dances to music including: Somewhere over the Rainbow, True Colours, The Red Shoes Ballet, The Black Swan, Fields of Gold and The Pink Panther, making this Encore’s most colourful show yet!

Featuring original choreography and ENCORE DANCE stunning performances by talented young Rainbow Rhythms dancers. Sat 27 Jan, 2pm & 6.30pm Sun 28 Jan, 2pm Tickets £12.50 / £10 concessions Transaction fees may apply

Hey people! It’s Tim Vine back on tour, telling lots of silly new jokes, showing off new homemade props, singing some new daft ditties, and all with the appearance of Created by and starring - one of the most renowned confidence. dancers and choreographers from BBC’s - Dance To The Music is a brand-new, must-see, dazzling dancing show The following subjects will be touched like no other! upon briefly: pixie football, ice cream and nibble feeders. Come along, sit down, Kristina will be teaming up with professional dancers and Strictly stars and laugh. The quantity won’t let up. and Oksana Platero, X-Factor finalist Chris Maloney, www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 singer/songwriter Beth Sherburn, and a DANCE TO THE MUSIC This is comedy without a message. What TIM VINE full cast of dancers, to take audiences on an odd person. What a lot of nonsense. Sunset Milk Idiot a journey through the evolution of dance What else is he going to do? ‘Sunsets are Wed 14 Feb, 8pm through musical eras. From the roaring Sun 11 Feb, 7.30pm twenties, with tap and Charleston, in the sky, milk’s nice, and I’m an idiot.’ Tickets £31.50 / £27.50 Tickets £25 through every decade of dance crazes Concessions £29.50 / £25.50 8 up to modern day Ballroom and Latin! VIP £51.50 / £49.50 concessions All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

Sarah Millican is not a control freak, she’s a control enthusiast. She even controls her own insults, see? Do you arrange the nights out? Are you SOLDin charge OUT of passports on holiday? Then so are you! www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705

Whether you’re sorting the tickets for this show or just turning up when you’re told to, welcome. Here you’ll learn about Rescue Men, farting in hospital pants, SARAH MILLICAN what can happen at a bra fitting, the Control Enthusiast benefits of casserole, plus tips on how Sun 18 Feb, 8pm to talk to shop assistants and the correct way to eat a biscuit. It’s funny, frank, and SOLD OUT unapologetically filthy.

Established way back in 1998, The Cresset’s Comedy Club is the longest- running in town, bringing you top-notch comedy, gags, puns and audience banter from the hottest new stars every month.

Hosted in the intimate Fitzwilliam Suite, capacity is limited and most months are a sell-out, so book early! The 50s & 60s Spectacular is back with another huge lineup! The inimitable 50’s & 60’s Line-up to be confirmed, check our Gerry and The Pacemakers top the website for the most up to date COMEDY CLUB impressive bill which also features The SPECTACULAR information. February Edition Tremoloes, Vanity Fair and Sounds Fri 16 Feb, 7.30pm Fri 23 Feb, 8.00pm Force 5. The hits of a generation, performed by the original artists - don’t Tickets £28.50 Advance Tickets £13 miss it! Door Tickets £15 9 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

Inspire Peterborough is pleased to announce it will host its 5th Sporting Saturday event. Come and join in with the fun at our showcase of Peterborough’s finest inclusive and disability sport and activity. The event will be opened by The Mayor of Peterborough and VIP guests. Demonstrations and “have a go” tasters will be running throughout the day for you to watch or try for yourself. Book your ticket to try an SPORTING SATURDAY A to Z of sport from Archery to Zumba; there will be something for all ages and Sat 24 Feb, 11am-4pm abilities! For more information: FREE ENTRY - Book online at www.inspirepeterborough.com, www.bookwhen.com/sportingsaturday [email protected] or 01733 330815

Over 20 local primary schools take part in this fantastic dance showcase, with original costumes, choreography and specially prepared performances.

This year’s theme is Let’s Remember Join the star of Not The Nine O’Clock News, Smith & Jones and Three Them, celebrating the music legends who Men In A Boat, Griff Rhys Jones, as he airs stories, anecdotes, are no longer with us, with spectacular reminiscences and outright lies – from forty years of travelling down dance routines performed to songs from rivers and up mountains, into Africa, out across the decades. www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 of India, and across the arid wastes of GRIFF RHYS-JONES PRIMARY DANCE FEST the BBC canteen. Book early! Where Was I? Let’s Remember Them Thu 22 Feb, 8pm It’s a career, if you mean bouncing 28 Feb & 1 Mar, 7pm chaotically downhill without a map. Tickets £19.50 Tickets £8.50 Concessions £6.50 10 Transaction fee may apply All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705

After delighting audiences throughout the UK and Europe for more than a decade, the most successful and popular touring show of its kind; Paul Metcalfe delivers an authentic and charismatic performance Beyond the Barricade, returns with a brand new production for 2018. assuming the persona of legendary singer-songwriter and performer Sir Recreating original West End and Broadway musical hit songs with Rod Stewart right down to the last detail - from the distinctive vocals to amazing authenticity, Beyond the Barricade features a cast of past the swaggering showmanship and sheer fun that have made Sir Rod principal performers from the West End production of Les Miserables. one of the most beloved performers of all time. This two-hour blockbusting production will include songs from Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Phantom of The Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, Some Guys Have All The Luck includes all the hits from his incredible Blood Brothers, The Jersey Boys and career; from classic rockers like Maggie many more hit musical productions, BEYOND THE May, Baby Jane and Do Ya Think I’m SOME GUYS HAVE ALL climaxing with a spectacular finale from BARRICADE Sexy through to big ballads such as THE LUCK Les Miserables! Fri 2 Mar, 7.30pm Sailing, You’re In My Heart and Tonight’s Sat 3 Mar, 7.30pm The Night as well as favourites from his Book by 31 December 2017 and save Tickets £24 days with The Faces. Tickets £23 £10 on a pair of tickets! Concessions £22 11 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

The Tina Turner Experience is a highly energised and 100% live tribute to the multi award-winning legend, Tina Turner, charting the life and career of one of the world’s most iconic performers.

Backed by a live 7-piece band, this concert-style show is full of Tina’s biggest and best hits including Private Dancer, Nutbush City Limits, Proud Mary, River Deep Mountain High and Let’s Stay Together, to name but a few.

Powerful vocals, backing singers and fabulous professional dancers with electrifying dance routines make The Tina Turner Experience simply the best!

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Adventurer, ex-Elite Forces soldier, television presenter and survival expert Ant Middleton will be bringing his brand- new show to The Cresset in March 2018. Ant will be recounting his extraordinary

life in the military and how his appetite www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 for adventure has led him to face some amazing challenges over the course of his career - telling tales that defy belief for their sheer bravery and danger. AN EVENING WITH The show also includes further tales and ANT MIDDLETON behind the scenes moments, revelations Tue 20 Mar, 7.30pm and gossip from his television career, and will give an exclusive insight into Ant’s life Tickets £24 as well as exciting future TV projects!

March’s edition of Peterborough’s longest running Comedy Club brings yet more The UK’s No. 1 classical vocal quartet are back with another rising stars to The Cresset. exhilarating tour - G4 LIVE. It’s a great chance to see four of the best Having exploded into the industry and the public’s hearts back in 2004 up-and-coming comedians in an intimate on the first series of The X-Factor, G4 continue to blow people away club style environment – come along for year after year with their unique style and impactful harmonic vocals. a fantastically funny Friday night out and They have to be heard live to truly appreciate the power and passion of the chance to see the next big thing on their voices! stage! Enjoy their classic renditions of G4 LIVE Bohemian Rhapsody, My Way and Line-up to be confirmed, check our COMEDY CLUB Nessun Dorma plus recent tracks from website for the most up to date March Edition their latest G4 Love Songs album as the Mon 12 Mar, 7.30pm information. Fri 23 Mar, 8.00pm Kings of Popera leave their audiences screaming for more in their best show Tickets £29 Advance Tickets £13 yet! VIP Package £76.50 Door Tickets £15 13 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

Consider yourself at home with Lionel Bart’s classic musical Oliver! based on Charles Dickens’ novel, Oliver Twist. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning show is one of the few musicals to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike.

The streets of Victorian England come to life as Oliver, a malnourished orphan in a workhouse, becomes the neglected apprentice of an undertaker. Oliver escapes to London and finds acceptance amongst a group of petty thieves and pickpockets led by the elderly Fagin. When Oliver is captured for a theft that he did not commit, the benevolent victim, Mr. Brownlow takes him in. Fearing the safety of his hideout, Fagin employs the sinister Bill Sikes and the sympathetic Nancy to kidnap him back, threatening Oliver’s chances of discovering the true love of a family.

Performed by a cast of talented local youngsters this entertaining show features all the songs you know and love, and is ideal for the whole family to enjoy.

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With over 13 years of experience on the tribute scene, having played QKiY Ltd bring the inaugural Peterborough Comic-Con convention to over 700 shows across the globe, Coldplace certainly know how to The Cresset! deliver an authentic Coldplay experience. With a plethora of special Book now and look forward to a Comic-Con packed with entertainment, effects including video and lasers, it’s a feast for both the eyes and the traders, celebrity guests, cosplay, workshops, demonstrations, artists ears. and much, much more! For both the loyal Coldplay fans who have seen the spectacular Coldplay show along with those who The final line-up for the day is still being PETERBOROUGH COLDPLACE confirmed but so far attendees will have yet to get around to experiencing be able to duel with Jedi, meet local COMIC-CON 2018 it, be prepared for an exhilarating night cosplayers as well as TV and movie Sat 24 Mar, 9.30am of all of Coldplay’s hits from their entire Wed 28 Mar, 7.30pm stars, take photos alongside fantastic back catalogue, including Viva La Vida, props as well as purchase some great Tickets 18+ £16.50 Fix You, Paradise and a Sky Full of Tickets £21.50 Stars. nerdy merchandise! Book now! 12+ £11.50 5+ £6.50 Concessions £19.50 15 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

The Cresset’s 80’s Party Night is back! A guaranteed sell out, this fantastic fun night has grown to be hugely popular, so book your tickets early! With the biggest 80’s disco in town, loads of fun games, props and

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Walk Right Back is a concert based musical which tells the story of The Immerse yourself in an incredible new live music experience with Rock Everly Brothers’ rise from a humble country family upbringing to one of For Heroes. Bringing the perfect combination of your favourite rock and the biggest acts the world has ever seen. pop artists across the eras, in celebration of an incredible cause; Help Featuring hits such as Bye Bye Love, Wake Up Little Susie, All I Have for Heroes. To Do Is Dream, When Will I Be Loved, Performed by a full live rock band and Cathy’s Clown and more, this two-hour WALK RIGHT BACK superb singers, it’s the must-see show of ROCK FOR HEROES spectacular will take you through the life the year. With music from artists such as and career of the two brothers from their Sun 8 Apr, 7.30pm Dire Straits, Status Quo, Queen, David Thu 12 Apr, 7.30pm rise to fame, to their split and decade- Bowie, Bryan Adams and so many more. long feud, through to their glorious Tickets £23 Tickets £21.50 reunion and resurgence. It’s a show not Book your tickets today and be part of to be missed! Rock For Heroes! Concessions £19.50 17 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

Join the Men United In Song choir as they perform live on stage with Peterborough Male Voice Choir in a charity concert supporting Prostate Cancer UK.

The culmination of a ten-week project which has seen many of them start singing from scratch, the concert will feature a varied programme of choral favourites, ballads and songs from the MEN UNITED IN SONG shows. Don’t miss it!

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Tickets £17.50 Concessions £16 The Ideal Gift Gift shopping has never been easier, why not treat your family and friends to a great night out? Book tickets to any of our shows Back by popular demand, Bye Bye Baby takes you back in time on a in advance and give the gift musical journey through the career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, of great entertainment for that whose songs have graced films such as The Deer Hunter, Dirty Dancing special occasion. and Grease. Not sure which show to book? The show celebrates the group’s most beloved tracks such as Big We also offer gift vouchers, Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Let’s www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 simply decide on the amount Hang On, Who Loves You; climaxing BYE BYE BABY and call the Box Office to order. in a superb grand finale medley of the Gift vouchers can also be used group’s greatest hits. Sun 15 Apr, 7.30pm in The Fayre Spot restaurant for World-class vocals and harmonies along a pre-show meal to really make with snappy choreography makes for Tickets £24 a night of it. 18 unforgettable night of nostalgia. Concessions £21.50 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705

After a sold-out show in 2017, Menopause The Musical returns to The The UK’s premier Rock & Roll production, That’ll Be The Day returns Cresset in April 2018 for the ultimate girly night out! With a star cast, this with another brand new show! hysterical show is packed full of one-liners and parody songs about hot flushes and memory loss. Highly acclaimed for its stunning live entertainment value, That’ll Be The Day is an outstanding celebration for all true fans of the golden era An all-singing, all-dancing comedy set in a department store, where of popular music. This latest production four women with seemingly nothing in features a fantastic new line-up of smash THAT’LL BE THE DAY common meet by chance. They soon MENOPAUSE THE hits spanning the 50s, 60s and 70s, plus bond as they make fun of their woeful MUSICAL more side-splitting comic sketches, all Thu 19 Apr, 7.30pm lives experiencing ‘The Change’ and their problems with forgetfulness, mood Sat 21 Apr, 4.30pm performed live on stage! & 7.30pm Tickets £26 swings, wrinkles, night sweats and Prepare for an unforgettable night of chocolate binges. Tickets £29 nostalgia, laughs and Rock ‘N’ Roll! 19 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

This April, Strictly Come Dancing professionals and Hold on Peterborough we’re coming! The Ultimate Commitments and deliver an exciting night of high-intensity dance in Rhythm Blues Brothers Experience is coming to town! of the Night, performing a dance showcase spectacular designed to dazzle and delight! Prepare to be singing along, clapping your hands and dancing in the aisles as this double tribute show brings back the fantastic music Oti is fondly remembered for her celebrity pairing with Danny Mac and moments from the films that made these two cult classics - The where they received a perfect score of 40 in the Samba, while Ian is a Commitments and The Blues Brothers. regular on our screens with www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 spin-off It Takes Two. RHYTHM OF THE This memorable evening of foot tapping, THE ULTIMATE NIGHT sing along entertainment, captures the COMMITMENTS & BLUES These Strictly stars will dance a mixture essence of both the music and the films - BROTHERS EXPERIENCE of Latin and Ballroom, transporting Thu 26 Apr, 7.30pm in a stage show / concert experience that Sat 28 Apr, 7.30pm you away to a place of wonderful Tickets £28.50 / £26.50 electrifies! entertainment and a close up history of Concessions £27 / £25 Tickets £19.50 One ticket, two shows - don’t miss it! 20 all things related to their life. Meet & Greet package +£21.50 Concessions £18.50 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

The UK Comedy Circuit is where the rising stars of comedy start out, and over the past 20 years The Cresset’s very own Comedy Club has played host to many fresh-faced young comics including Michael McIntyre, Russell Howard and Alan Carr. www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705

So come along to April’s Comedy Club for the chance to see the hottest new comic stars within touching distance (warning: COMEDY CLUB actual touching not advised). April Edition Fri 27 Apr, 8pm Line-up to be confirmed, check our website for the most up to date Advance Tickets £13 information Door Tickets £15

The Cresset once again hosts the richest dance talent hailing from around the Eastern Region, at the East Anglian Street Dance Championships. Watch as the street dance crews, break-dancers Enjoy the songs of the Queen and King of country music - Dolly Parton and poppers compete for an array of and Kenny Rogers in the fantastic Islands in the Stream. medals and prizes at this action-packed This thigh-slapping stage show brings together the beloved glamour and street dance competition, presented in personality of Dolly, along with Kenny’s charisma and energy with hit style by one of our veteran presenters. after hit including: Jolene, Ruby, 9 to 5, Lucille, Here You Come Again, The competition is judged by seasoned The Gambler, I Will Always Love You, street dancers at the top of the industry, UKSDC EAST ANGLIA Coward of the Country, plus the smash ISLANDS IN THE and entrants are judged on technical STREET DANCE hit Islands in the Stream. STREAM difficulty, musical interpretation, CHAMPIONSHIPS 2018 Enjoy a superb score and supreme Thu 3 May, 8pm synchronisation and originality. The Sun 6 May musicianship as we bring the house action concludes with a medal ceremony. down with the ultimate tribute to two Tickets £25 TICKETS AND INFO AT www.ukstreetdancechampionships.com country music legends. 21 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

A Vision of Elvis, starring Rob Kingsley, winner of The National Tribute Music Awards’ Official Elvis Show and No.1 Male Tribute, is World renowned psychic, television/theatre star and the UK’s internationally renowned as the best Elvis Presley tribute concert touring favourite medium Sally Morgan is back and better than ever with her the world today. phenomenal new interactive stage show. Sally’s jaw dropping show has attracted amazed reviews from theatre goers and psychic fans alike as For over 10 years, Rob has performed to thousands of fans in major the messages from beyond come thick and fast. theatres, festivals and arenas worldwide, and made history by being the first Elvis tribute artist to perform at the new Wembley Stadium to over Sometimes heart-breaking, often controversial, always entertaining; 50,000 people. Kisses to Heaven showcases the www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 phenomenal ability of the nation’s best PSYCHIC SALLY Now Rob brings you a brand-new, A VISION OF ELVIS loved medium. Kisses to heaven high-octane show full of all the classic This is a unique evening not to be Thu 10 May, 7.30pm hits from the early years through to the Fri 11 May, 7.30pm missed. Book your tickets now to see this sensational Vegas era; promising to be phenomenal psychic in action! Tickets £26 the ultimate experience for any Elvis fan! Tickets £24 22 This show is investigational and for the purposes of entertainment. Concessions £21.50 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705

Hot on the heels of the phenomenally successful 80’s party nights, we bring you The Cresset’s first 90’s Party Night! Following a sold out run at London’s Menier Chocolate Factory and two critically-acclaimed West End runs, David Baddiel takes his Olivier- Recalling the era of Britpop and Boy Bands, the nominated one-man show to theatres nationwide. 90’s disco brings you the biggest tunes from a decade when Grunge and Girl Power ruled the charts. My Family: Not the Sitcom is a show about memory, ageing, infidelity, dysfunctional relatives, moral policing You can expect all the usual fun games, 90’s PARTY NIGHT on social media, golf, and gay cats. A DAVID BADDIEL props and surprises, and a fancy dress massively disrespectful celebration of My Family: Not the competition - so whether you’re a Spice Sat 12 May, 7.30pm the lives of David Baddiel’s late sex-mad Girl or a Gallagher brother, embrace mother, Sarah, and dementia-ridden Sitcom the 90s style for one more night! Early Advance Tickets £5 father, Colin. Thu 17 May, 7.30pm booking strongly advised. Door Tickets £6 Come and be offended on David’s behalf! Tickets £27 23 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute, The Illegal Eagles, returns in Suitable for kids, tweens, teens and adults alike, The Little Mix Show 2018 for another outstanding show; promising more of their trademark brings the full pop concert experience to The Cresset, with fully live musical prowess, acute attention to detail, and incredible showmanship. vocals and professional choreography. There’s also lots of added extras including Dance Competitions, Free Giveaways and even a Meet & This phenomenal group of musicians have been touring for over two Greet with the girls after the show! decades and remain true Eagles fanatics! Their longevity and continued international acclaim are due in no small All of Little Mix’s chart topping hits www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 part to their extraordinary mastery of the THE ILLEGAL EAGLES feature, including recent releases from THE LITTLE MIX SHOW Eagles’ distinctive sound. the Glory Days album. Dance & scream to a packed out playlist of hit songs Featuring the very best from the Eagles’ Fri 18 May, 7.30pm Black Magic, Power, No More Sad Sun 27 May, 7pm repertoire including Hotel California, Take Songs, Wings, Shoutout To My Ex and Tickets £16.50 Tickets £25 it to the Limit, Life in the Fast Lane, Take even a few covers from their time on Concessions £13.50 24 It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, and plenty more! Concessions £24 The X-Factor. Family Ticket £54 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

SWAN LAKE Music by Tchaikovsky

One of the best known love stories, performed by the ever popular Vienna Festival Ballet. Lavish costumes, stunning scenery, www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 international stars, and the glorious music from Tchaikovsky make this a night not to be missed.

Swan Lake is the most popular ballet in the world. It’s the ballet that captures like no other the full range of human emotions - from hope to despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy to ecstasy. Don’t miss this magical evening.

‘’A truly spellbinding performance’’ - BURNLEY EXPRESS

“This production looks and feels absolutely right” - WORTHING HERALD

SWAN LAKE Vienna Festival Ballet Thu 24 May, 7.00pm

Tickets £24.50 U16s £ 18 60+ £22 25 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

The Cresset is always on the lookout for rising comic stars, and our monthly Comedy Club is a rich treasure trove of comedy gold and undiscovered talent.

May’s edition of The Cresset’s Comedy Club is sure to be another hilarious night out and gives audience members the chance to see the hottest new stars in the comedy circuit up close and personal in an intimate club environment. Comfy COMEDY CLUB chairs, jugs of beer and a right good May Edition laugh guaranteed! Fri 25 May, 8pm Line-up to be confirmed, check our Advance Tickets £13 website for the most up to date An Audience With Anfield Legends arrives at The Cresset in May Door Tickets £15 information. and is the ultimate evening of football-themed entertainment, hosted by one of the best sports journalists and authors in the business - Urban Dance Academy is proud to Ian Ridley. present their annual showcase which brings together over 200 students, It’s your chance to see John Barnes, Jan Molby and Neil ‘Razor’ ranging from ages 3-18 and from Ruddock on stage together - and a lucky select few could even join four UDA venues including Hampton, them up on stage! Ramsey, March and Huntingdon. This evening will give you a full insight into their careers, from The show will feature many routines previous clubs to putting on the famous red jersey through to and various street dance styles plus representing their country. Sit back and enjoy the banter! special guest performances from ex www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 students now working professionally in Exclusive Meet & Greet Packages AN AUDIENCE WITH the industry. URBAN DANCE ACADEMY also available. ANFIELD LEGENDS For more information on UDA visit Sun 3 Jun, 5pm Wed 30 May, 7.30pm www.myuda.co.uk Tickets £12 Tickets £31.50 Concessions £10 Concessions £30 26 Transaction fees may apply All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

Join us for an evening of uplifting music with the Central Band of the RAF to celebrate the centenary of the Royal Air Force.

The show features performances from Peterborough Male Voice Choir, www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 Peterborough Voices and Peterborough Youth Choir.

In support of the RAF Benevolent Fund. ROYAL AIR FORCE IN CONCERT Sat 9 Jun, 7.30pm

Tickets from £17.50

Over 20 local primary schools take part in this fantastic dance showcase, with original costumes, choreography and specially prepared performances. The UK Pink Floyd Experience make a welcome return to again recreate the sights and sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd in concert. The theme for this event is Wish Upon For 2018 this highly authentic show will include both iconic Pink Floyd a Star, with stunning dance routines albums Dark Side Of The Moon and Animals played in their entirety. choreographed to some of the best Of course no Pink Floyd show would be complete without other known music from all of your favourite seminal Floyd songs like; Wish You Were Here, Shine On You Crazy Disney films. Diamond, Another Brick In The Wall and Comfortably Numb. A great evening with UK PINK FLOYD Book early! PRIMARY DANCE FEST Wish Upon a Star over two and a half hours of Pink Floyd EXPERIENCE songs with new video projections, and 13 & 14 Jun, 7pm an even bigger light show. Fri 15 Jun, 7.30pm Tickets £8.50 Come and share the passion for Pink Tickets £24.50 Concessions £6.50 Floyd’s music with the band! 27 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

Wildcats Theatre School, established in 2008 are celebrating their 10th anniversary with this spectacular show.

With performances from across the local area this will be a celebration of everything Wildcats from the past ten years - featuring all of our students from all classes.

Early booking advised. WILDCATS LIVE 2018 10th Anniversary Performance For more information on Wildcats and Sat 16 & Sun 17 Jun, the classes held at The Cresset and in 3.30pm Stamford, visit Tickets £14.50 www.wildcatstheatreschool.co.uk Concessions £13

The Fayre Spot Make a night of it! Book a table now and enjoy a drink and a meal in our on-site Bar & Restaurant bar & restaurant. With a brand new menu each month and warm and friendly Fed up with flogging their guts out and always having to be in charge, service it’s the perfect way to start your the Grumpy Old Women have put their knobbly old feet up in glorious night. retirement.

But with the world in a bigger mess than ever before, is there anything that can tempt them off their backsides to unleash their superpowers www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 and once more come to the rescue?! GRUMPY OLD WOMEN Join us for 90 mins of brand new full-fat, batteries included comedy from the Wed 20 Jun, 7.30pm 01733 842518 mistresses of grump. Tickets £26.50 [email protected] 28 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

Celebrate summer and make the most of the longest days of the year at our Summer Nights Beach Party, celebrating 40 years of the iconic film Grease.

From the team that brings you the 80’s www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 and 90’s Party Nights, comes this special summer event, featuring the very best in feel-good tunes from decades of long hot summers. Fancy dress is a must, whether SUMMER NIGHTS - you don your best beachwear, or fancy Beach Party Night becoming a T-Bird or a Pink Lady for the Fri 29 Jun, 7.30pm night. So book your tickets now and join us for Advance Tickets £5 one hot summer night! Door Tickets £6

Another night of solid gags and side- ‘Phenomenal Vocals & Great Musicianship’ splitting comedy awaits in June’s edition - The Evening Standard of our Comedy Club – giving up-and- coming comedians their time in the This highly acclaimed concert-style production continues to captivate spotlight since 1998! audiences across the UK with its spectacular re-creation of The Carpenters’ timeless repertoire of music. Set in the intimate Fitzwilliam suite, the last Comedy Club of the spring season The outstanding vocal talents of Claire Furley and pianist Phil Aldridge is a chance to see the potential next big take centre-stage, accompanied by orchestral arrangements from live thing on stage before they head off to the musicians and a stage-wide backdrop of THE CARPENTERS Edinburgh Fringe – but most of all it’s a state-of-the-art video projection. hilarious and thoroughly entertaining way COMEDY CLUB Featuring the classic hits such as (They STORY to spend your Friday night! June Edition Long To Be) Close To You, Yesterday Fri 22 Jun, 7.30pm Fri 29 Jun, 8pm Once More, We’ve Only Just Begun, Line-up to be confirmed, check our Tickets £24 Superstar, and many more! website for the most up to date Advance Tickets £13 Concessions £23 information. Door Tickets £15 29 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

It’s 1963 and a new band is taking the country by storm, playing a heady mixture of Blues, Motown and Rock ’n’ Roll… From the depths of Liverpool’s Cavern Club all the way up to that famous rooftop on The Apple Building, The Upbeat Beatles will take you on a Magical History Tour through the story of The Beatles, celebrating the songs that changed a generation! The Rocket Man pays tribute to multi-Grammy award-winning legend Since 1997, The Upbeat Beatles have been the best in the business and superstar, Sir Elton John. Join us on a musical journey, charting at recreating the excitement, authentic sound and raw energy of the the rise to fame of one of the biggest selling artistes of all time. original Fab Four. Breath-taking vocal and piano performances combine with flamboyant They’ll be celebrating the best of costumes, dazzling light show and an outstanding live band. www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 The Beatles, from Beatlemania to THE UPBEAT BEATLES Travel back in time and be treated to THE ROCKET MAN Psychedelia and beyond, offering a all the hits such as Crocodile Rock, stunningly authentic replica of the Fri 6 Jul, 7.30pm Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting, I’m Sat 14 Jul, 7.30pm greatest pop band in history during a Still Standing, I Guess That’s Why They two-hour show packed with some of the Tickets £21 Call It the Blues, Tiny Dancer, Your Song Tickets £25 greatest songs ever written. and of course Rocket Man. 30 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705

Join the Sing for Life women as they perform live on stage with Fronted by Gary Williams, Bon Giovi are the World’s Premier look-alike Peterborough Voices in a charity concert supporting Sue Ryder and sound-alike Tribute to New Jersey rockers Bon Jovi. With over 18 Thorpe Hall Hospice. years of UK and International touring experience, this act is without compromise one of the best tribute acts on the circuit today. The culmination of a ten-week project which has seen many of them start singing from scratch, the concert will feature a varied Bon Giovi recreates the real experience of a live Bon Jovi show – from programme of choral favourites, ballads and songs from the the greatest hits such as Living On A Prayer, It’s My Life, and Wanted shows. Don’t miss it! Dead or Alive through to rarer tracks that Bon Jovi haven’t performed for many BON GIOVI SING FOR LIFE 2018 years - performing their huge catalogue of songs with incredible energy and Fri 20 Jul, 7.30pm Sat 21 Jul, 7.30pm stunning authenticity. Prepare yourself for one wild night! Tickets £21 Tickets £17.50 Concessions £20 Concessions £16 31 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated. Concessions price applies to customers aged Under 16 or Over 60 unless otherwise specified. w

Material Girl celebrates the greatest It’s Official… Minecraft returns to songs from the Queen Of Pop, Madonna. The Cresset With incredible vocals, amazing dancers, MineVention, an Official Minecraft video footage and narration, audiences Community Event, is back for its third year are taken on a journey through the and is bigger and better than ever, with scandals, the controversy and of course even longer opening hours! the music of one of the world’s most If you’ve ever wanted to meet some iconic figures. Told through the eyes of of your favourite Minecraft YouTubers, leading lady, Jodie Jackson, hear stories take part in Minecraft Tournaments and and little known facts about Madonna as Build Battle Competitions or dress up the show follows her career and music MATERIAL GIRL MINEVENTION as your favourite Minecraft character in through her 35 years at the top. The Woman, Her Life, Her Music Sat 4 & Sun 5 Aug our Costume Contest, then this event Fri 27 Jul, 7.30pm Material Girl features all of the hits, 9am - 6pm is for you. We’ll have loads of PC’s and including Like A Virgin, Papa Don’t consoles to play on, as well as some Ticket Prices from £21.50 Tickets £23 Preach, Vogue, Crazy for You, Into The fantastic Main Stage fun and games to Groove, Like A Prayer, and many more. Family tickets available watch and if you’re lucky, even join in with!

Kindred Cresset Summer School 2018 The Quo Experience return with another rocking show! The Kindred team will be using their With an impressive line-up of seriously tried and tested formula to create a experienced musicians and passionate spectacular production in just five days. Quo fans, along with a stage show that This fun Summer School workshop includes a wall of white Marshalls, and a culminates with a full performance on quality light show, The Quo Experience the main theatre stage on the Friday is fully armed to take the act as far as is afternoon at 5.30pm. possibly achievable in the tribute band

www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 industry. This year’s Summer School is based on the hit production School of Rock! KINDRED SUMMER The Quo Experience is, however, not THE QUO EXPERIENCE SCHOOL just another Quo tribute band - it is For information and booking visit Mon 20 - Fri 24 August an experience; an ongoing chance to Fri 31 Aug, 7.30pm www.kindreddrama.com 9.30 - 4.30 experience the sounds and looks of Show: Fri 24 Aug, 5.30pm “Britain’s biggest singles chart band of all Tickets £21.50 32 time” as we all remember them! Concessions £19.50 w BUYING TICKETS You can buy tickets for shows at The Cresset by phone on 01733 265705, in person at our Box Office or online at www.cresset.co.uk There is a booking fee of £1.50 per ticket on

all sales. No additional charges are made for www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 paying by card. Promoters may offer concessions and discounts for some performances. Only one concession or discount can be applied per ticket. Senior concessions apply to persons over the age of 60. Child concessions apply from the age of 2 years to 16 years. Please see individual events for details of any available concessions. You may have your tickets posted to you for a £1 postage charge. If booked within 7 days of the performance your tickets will be held care of The Box Office for collection. Tickets are non refundable except in the event of a show cancellation. BOX OFFICE OPENING HOURS The Box Office is open from Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm and from 9am to 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays. On show days the Box Office will remain open until the show start time. GROUP BOOKINGS On some shows we may be able to offer discounts for group bookings. • Blacked out seats indicate possible unavailability due to restricted viewing Please contact our Box Office for details. • Rows A - K are stalls rows on floor level. • Rows AA - VV are tiered DISABLED VISITORS • Wheelchair positions are available by contacting Box Office. In most cases a 50% carer discount will be offered to registered disabled • Anyone with special access requirements should contact the Box Office before customers booking for the theatre. However this is at the discrection of booking to guarantee availability. It is not possible to exchange seats on the day. the event promoter so discounts may vary. Please contact The Box Office • The Cresset reserves the right to alter the seating plan according to the for confirmation of available discounts on specific events. Wheelchair restrictions and requirements of individual performances. • Please be aware that on occasion members of the audience may be encouraged to spaces must be booked in person or by telephone through The Box Office stand by the artistes. If you have concerns about this please ask when booking. to ensure we can accommodate all theatregoers safely and comfortably. 33 w Preview Autumn / Winter 2018

As always there’s loads to look forward to in 2018, and with more shows being added to the programme all the time! For the most up to date info the Website’s the place to be, here you can see all the shows currently on sale. For a heads up in advance, join our mailing list and get to hear about special offers and new events on sale before anyone else!

Highlights of the Autumn season so far include welcome returns for quality musical tributes to George Michael, Whitney and Adele, plus some spectacular dance from Strictly stars Ian Waite & , and another spectacular live show from the irrepressible Dreamboys.

Rock n Roll legend Marty Wilde is back again after a sell out performance in 2017, and we’re thrilled to welcome the Brit Award winning Blake in November.

The year ends of course with our spectacular Christmas Pantomime. This year we’re off to Sherwood Forest, for a brand spanking new

www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 production of Robin Hood! Premier Pantomimes are putting together a fantastic new show just for us, full of all the panto tradition and magic, song, dance, comedy and audience participation. So some along and see if the dashing Robin can defeat the evil Sheriff and Robin Hood win the heart of the beautiful Maid Marian. Tickets are on sale now! Sat 8 - Sun 30 Dec Tickets from £11.50 34 w

Thu 19 That’ll Be The Day Fri 27 Material Girl What’s On Sat 21 Menopause The Musical Cresset Events Calendar 2018 Thu 26 Ian Waite & Oti Mabuse AUGUST Fri 27 Comedy Club 4 & 5 MineVention JANUARY Sat 28 Commitments & Blues Brothers 20-24 Kindred Summer School Fri 31 The Quo Experience

27 & 28 Encore Dance - Rainbow Rhythms www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 MAY FEBRUARY Thu 3 Islands in the Stream SEPTEMBER Sun 11 Dance to the Music with Kristina Rhianoff Sun 6 Streetdance Championships Fri 7 Message in a Bottle Wed 14 Tim Vine Thu 10 Psychic Sally Fri 14 Let’s Hang On Fri 16 Gerry and the Pacemakers Fri 11 A Vision of Elvis Sat 15 Faith Sun 18 Sarah Millican SOLD OUT Sat 12 90’s Party Night Tue 18 ELO Again Thu 22 Griff Rhys-Jones Thu 17 David Baddiel Fri 21 The Orbison Story Fri 23 Comedy Club Fri 18 The Illegal Eagles Thu 27 You Win Again Sat 24 Sporting Saturday Thu 24 Vienna Festival Ballet Fri 28 One Night of Queen Wed 28 Primary Dance Fest Fri 25 Comedy Club Sat 29 Michael Jackson - BEN MARCH Sun 27 The Little Mix Show OCTOBER Wed 30 Anfield Legends Thu 1 Primary Dance Fest Wed 3 The Country Superstars Experience Fri 2 Beyond the Barricade JUNE Thu 4 The Dreamboys Sat 3 Some Guys Have All The Luck Sun 3 Urban Dance Academy Thu 18 Vienna Festival Ballet Fri 9 The Tina Turner Experience Sat 9 Central Band of the RAF Fri 19 Marty Wilde Mon 12 G4 Live 13 & 14 Primary Dance Festival Sun 21 The Elvis Years 15-17 RARE Productions Fri 15 UK Pink Floyd Experience Fri 26 Henning Wehn Tue 20 Ant Middleton 16 & 17 Wildcats Live Wed 31 Ian Waite & Erin Boag Fri 23 Comedy Club Wed 20 Grumpy Old Women NOVEMBER Sat 24 Peterborough Comic-Con Fri 22 The Carpenters Story Thu 1 Someone Like You Wed 28 Coldplace Fri 29 Summer Nights Party Night Sun 25 Roy Chubby Brown Sat 31 80’s Party Night Fri 29 Comedy Club Tue 27 Blake APRIL JULY Wed 28 Whitney - Queen of the Night Sun 8 Walk Right Back Fri 6 The Upbeat Beatles Thu 29 That’ll Be The Day Thu 12 Rock for Heroes Sat 14 The Rocket Man DECEMBER Sat 14 Men United in Song Fri 20 Bon Giovi 8 - 30 Robin Hood Sun 15 Bye Bye Baby Sat 21 Sing for Life 2018 For the most up to date information and notice of new shows going on sale, join our mailing list, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter! 35 Correct at time of printing. Dates and events are subject to change. The Cresset Ltd, Rightwell, Bretton, Peterborough, PE3 8DX The Cresset Ltd is a trading subsidiary of YMCA Cambridgeshire & Trinity Group, Registered Charity No. 1069810. By purchasing a ticket you are supporting the work of the charity to help enable young people to develop their full potential in mind, body and spirit.