SPRING/SUMMER 2019 platformthe MUSIC | COMEDY | DANCE | THEATRE | CABARET CHILDREN’S SHOWS | COMMUNITY EVENTS THE SLAMBOVIAN CIRCUS OF DREAMS Central Promenade, Morecambe | www.lancaster.gov.uk/platform Ticket Line 01524 582803 /MorecambePlatform @theplatformlcc THE WALRUS & THE CARPENTER THE UNTHANKS MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS PUPPET SHOW © Paul Michael Hughes KEY JAMIE SMITH’S MABON Cabaret seating Theatre style seating Standing concert No age restrictions under 14s must be Mabon are celebrating their 20th anniversary with a brand 14+ (over 14 years only) 16+ (over 16 years only) 18+ (over 18 years only) accompanied by an new tour. Their distinctive, multi award-winning music adult explores the styles of the Celtic traditions and works them anew. The music is self-styled, singular and toe-tappingly good – an irresistible blend of world music and Celtic roots, presented with good humour, energy, joy and passion. TICKETS Friday 1 March 8pm Call Group discounts £15. Purchase tickets with a credit/debit card on Sales of 10 or more tickets will receive one free ticket. 01524 582803 (see Visitor Information Centre opening No other special offer can be used with this offer and hours below). Booking fee applies. discounts do not apply to workshops. School parties THE COUNTERFEIT SIXTIES are entitled to the concessionary rate and one adult/ Re-live the sounds of the swinging sixties, as Britain’s No. Click teacher per 10 children will be admitted free. Ask at the 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the sixties. With All tickets are on sale at: box office for more information. www.lancaster.gov.uk/platform-tickets tributes to over 25 bands of that era including The Beatles, Family discounts The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Dave Clark Five, The Kinks Limited shows are on sale at: www.seetickets.com and www.skiddle.com Family tickets admit two adults and two children (under and The Monkees to name but a few. 16), one adult and three children or three adults and Please note that we no longer post out tickets. Tickets one child. There is no charge for ‘babes in arms’. can be collected from the Visitor Information Centre or the Platform Box Office. Accommodation Saturday 2 March 7.30pm Call in The Visitor Information Centre can assist with £18. accommodation enquiries on: 01524 582808. Morecambe Visitor Information Centre, The Platform, Marine Road Central, Morecambe LA4 4DB Public transport Open: Mon - Sat, 10am - 4.30pm Morecambe Railway Station is only a few minutes walk LANCASHIRE MUSIC HUB away. Timetable and fare enquiries: 08457 484 950. Lancaster Visitor Information Centre, The Storey, The Lancashire Music Hub present a concert featuring Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, LA1 1TH There is a bus stop outside the venue. young musicians of primary and secondary school age Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm For timetable enquiries: 08712 002 233. from around the Lancaster and Morecambe areas. This There are public car parks adjacent to the venue. excellent afternoon’s entertainment will feature a wide The box office is open 45 minutes before an event. Parking is free after 6pm variety of bands, playing in all sorts of musical styles, from The venue operates a no refund policy. Tickets Cycle parking is available outside. local schools and music centres. Come along and support may be exchanged or gift vouchers issued before the stars of the future. the event. Lost tickets will not be refunded. Contact us Sunday 3 March 2-4pm Access Information Venue hire: 01524 582829 £5, Under 16s Free. Full level access, toilet facilities for wheelchair users, Admin: 01524 582804 and hearing loop. Guide dogs and registered service dogs are welcome. We appreciate advance notice if customers will be arriving in wheelchairs so that FISHERMAN’S FRIENDS arrangements can be made. A complimentary personal The original ‘buoy band’, bound together by lifelong assistant ticket is available to those customers unable to friendship and shared experience. For more than 25 years access all Platform facilities independently. they have met on the Platt on the harbour in their native Port Isaac to sing the songs of the sea. After signing for Island Records almost 10 years ago, they became the first traditional folk act to land a UK top ten album. A feature film about their incredible story hits UK cinemas in 2019. Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure total accuracy in this publication, Lancaster City Council can accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. All details are believed to be correct at the time of going to press. Readers are advised to check times and prices in advance with the venue. Friday 8 March 7.30pm The venue reserves the right to make changes to seating arrangements. Follow us on Facebook for the latest news /morecambeplatform. £25. ERIC KNOWLES – MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS WHAT’S IT WORTH? “THE WAY OF THE DRUM” A witty and entertaining look at the world of antiques with Experience the thundering, exhilarating rhythms of Taiko one of its best raconteurs. Audience members can bring in a dynamic and captivating show, and gain a unique along their heirlooms and treasures for on stage discussion insight into the world of this powerful art form. A fusion and then see their objects brought to the screen courtesy of primal rhythm, energy, choreographed movement and of a camera for a more detailed view in the valuation infectious humour to captivate audiences of all ages and session. Doors open at 6pm for ticket holders to bring in backgrounds. their antiques for a free valuation before the show. Saturday 9 March 7.30pm (6pm valuations) Friday 22 March 7.30pm £14. £18, £12 (under 16s). PROMENADE CONCERT ORCHESTRA THE SWING COMMANDERS – “MUSIC FROM THE PALM COURT” The Swing Commanders Recipe The essence of light music comes from the early nineteenth 1. Take the very best ingredients - Big Band hits, Western century until the 1960’s, when live music could be heard Swing, Jump Jive. everywhere; in cafes and concert halls, spas and watering 2. Stir together with a big spoon of exquisite arrangements. places, dance halls and piers. This concert programme will be another celebration of this historic and well-loved music, 3. Warm in an oven of hot musicianship. often not heard for years, but full of easy-to-listen-to tunes. 4. Apply a layer of fun and top with a generous icing of showmanship. Reserve your slice before it’s all gone! Friday 15 March 8pm Sunday 24 March 3pm £13, £12 concession. £16, £14 concession, accompanied children free. JASON DONOVAN & LITTLE FIX HIS AMAZING MIDLIFE CRISIS Officially the UK’s number one tribute, Little Fix are the most Celebrating his 50th birthday and with a wealth of accurate tribute to girl super group Little Mix on the market. tantalising tales under his belt, this autobiographical show Little Fix deliver a high energy show and replicate the energy, will zigzag back and forth through Jason’s life, with stories stage presence and vocal abilities of the original group with about Neighbours, Ten Good Reasons, Kylie, Joseph, I’m A © RHIAN AP GRUFFYDD stunning stage outfits to match. Celebrity, Strictly and much, much more. Hear some new stories (and possibly one or two you’ve heard before) plus some of the songs you know and love. Saturday 16 March 2pm Friday 29 March 8pm £16 adult, £14 child, £55 family of 4. £27.50. MARTIN TAYLOR AND ULF WAKENIUS STEVE HARLEY ACOUSTIC TRIO Two of the greatest jazz guitarists in the world, Martin Taylor Steve Harley, the original Cockney Rebel, tours with his Acoustic & Ulf Wakenius, have joined forces for an unforgettable live Trio, playing an intimate, unique and atmospheric show. Steve show. They bring with them a unique legacy in European jazz will be accompanied by his Cockney Rebel band-mates Barry from years of touring and recording with Stephane Grappelli Wickens and James Lascelles. The set will be built around tracks and Oscar Peterson. from Steve’s original albums and will include all-time favourites like “Mr Soft”, “Judy Teen” and of course the world-wide classic hit, “Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me)”. Monday 18 March 7.30pm Saturday 30 March 7.30pm £16.50. £27.50. 18+ AN AUDIENCE WITH MÀNRAN CANNON AND BALL One of the best-known and best-loved Scottish bands on the If it is the wonderful tonic of laughter that you are looking scene today. Variously tagged as “folk-rock”, “trad-rock”, “Celtic- for, then you have come to the right place. Cannon and Ball rock” and even “grown-up folk-rock”, their music has always bring their own magical and unique brand of humour to The defied easy labelling. With a central ethos built around the band’s Platform. Featuring their legendary sketches and routines, a traditional Celtic roots, fiery tunes from fiddle, accordion, flute, song, stories from their career plus an audience Q&A. This uilleann and Highland bagpipes bind powerfully to a rhythm magical and intimate “Close and Upfront!” evening is a treat section awash with elements of funk, jazz and rock. for comedy fans of all ages! Friday 5 April 8pm Friday 19 April 7.30pm £16. £20, £18 concession. HATS OFF TO LED ZEPPELIN GARY GIBSON AS JOHN LENNON To mark the 50th anniversary of Led Zeppelin recording An incredible night of The Beatles’ music starring Gary their eponymous debut album, the international sensation Gibson as John Lennon - the world’s greatest Beatles Hats Off to Led Zeppelin are embarking on their biggest tour tribute. Also featuring legendary Merseybeat group yet. The band are managed by the son of Led Zeppelin’s Shooter and more top 60s music from The Fabulous legendary manager Peter Grant and have regularly won best Fontaines.