@phoenixblyth @phoenixblyth AUTUMN INTO WINTER SEPTEMBER 2021 - JANUARY 2022 PROGRAMME AND MORE AT THE PHOENIX THEATRE BLYTH BOOK SECURELY ONLINE AT: THEPHOENIXTHEATRE .ORG.UK BOX OFFICE: 01670 367 228 2021/22 CALENDAR May I start this message by saying how AUTUMN INTO WINTER wonderful it is to be in contact with you all after what seems a lifetime of being away. I sincerely hope you have coped with everything this dreadful 18 months has thrown at you. It hasn’t YOUR LOCAL THEATRE PRESENTS... been easy for any of us. However, we are back and if the virus and the PM allow us, we are back with a vengeance, with a bigger, better FRI 3RD SEPT ABSOLUTE ELVIS 04 and more varied programme than ever before SAT 4TH SEPT JIVE TALKIN - THE BEE GEES STORY 04 – after all, we’ve got some catching up to do! WED 8TH SEPT CARRYING DAVID 04 Lots of things have happened in the enforced FRI 10TH SEPT NAVI - KING OF POP 06 closure, and it pleases me to say that during SAT 11TH SEPT UNDER THE BOARDWALK 06 that time work in the background has been really busy. The primary concern has been, of SUN 12TH SEPT CARPENTERS GOLD 06 course, to ensure that the theatre has been THUR 16TH SEPT 80’S MANIA 08 rendered as safe as we can possibly make it SAT 18TH SEPT ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN 08 for when our loyal patrons return and we have subscribed to the “SEE IT SAFELY” movement SUN 19TH SEPT BIG COUNTRY 08 to ensure that we make every area as safe as FRI 24TH SEPT DIRTY DUSTING 10 possible for patrons, staff and all visitors. SUN 26TH SEPT THE BEST OF FRANKIE VALLI 10 We have upped the pace on programme selection, including a much more varied choice FRI 1ST OCT TWIST AND SHOUT 10 of events, and topping that we are absolutely enthralled to announce that soon we shall be running a regular cinema programme for all, showing the whole spectrum of cinema brilliance. SAT 2ND OCT THE AMERICAN FOUR TOPS 11 The equipment is being installed as I furiously type, and all eyes are on the route from Italy from THUR 7TH OCT THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST 11 whence our new, specialist screen is to be despatched. SUN 10TH OCT RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET - SLEEPING BEAUTY 11 And for those who enjoy participation, watch out for a series of new theatre workshop classes in SUN 10TH OCT RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET - THE NUTCRACKER 12 acting technique, movement/dance and voice to start with, all hopefully leading to a bigger and MON & TUE 25TH & 26TH OCT DANCEVISION 12 broader group project/performance in the future. THUR - SAT 28TH - 30TH OCT JOE MCELDERRY 12 So you see, things are getting back to normal, but as we are to be bigger and more appealing MON - SAT 18TH - 23RD OCT GREASE 13 than ever before we are going to need more volunteers to help keep us going. Do contact us if you have any interest in any of these things and we’ll contact you as soon as possible. FRI 5TH NOV THE TAKE THAT EXPERIENCE 2021 14 SAT 6TH NOV EVERYTHING BUBLE 14 I sincerely hope we have turned the corner at long last and that we are on our way, not just as a SUN 7TH NOV UNDER THE BIG TOP 14 theatre, but as a nation and that the future has as much to offer as it ever had. THUR 11TH NOV THE QUIREBOYS 16 As always, I look forward to welcoming you back to The Phoenix Theatre. FRI 12TH NOV HISTORY OF ROCK 16 SAT & SUN 13TH & 14TH NOV SILVER BELLS 16 FRI 19TH NOV LET THE MUSIC PLAY 18 David Garrett SAT 20TH NOV THE GEORGE MICHAEL STORY 18 Executive Director SUN 21ST NOV YOU CAN’T STOP THE BEAT 18 4TH - 12TH DEC ALADDIN - FAMILY PANTOMIME 20 WED 15TH DEC ALICE IN WONDERLAND 21 The Phoenix The Phoenix THUR 16TH DEC A FESTIVE DICKENS 21 Theatre is pleased Theatre is proud FRI 17TH DEC SUPERSONIC 70’S CHRISTMAS CRACKER 21 to work in to have been STILL TO COME IN 2022 22 partnership with: BLYTH TOWN awarded: COUNCIL 2 @phoenixblyth @phoenixblyth @phoenixblyth @phoenixblyth 3 BOOK ONLINE THEPHOENIXTHEATRE.ORG.UK OR VIA THE BOX OFFICE: 01670 367 228 Fri 3rd Sept 2021 19:30 ABSOLUTE ELVIS Come and see World renowned Elvis Presley Tribute Artist Johnny Lee Memphis. His action packed show involves the musical Are you planning an event? talents of the JLM band, and the Memphis Belles, Who, when they come together, produce this explosive and dynamic interpretation of Elvis live in concert. The Absolute Elvis Show. Paying homage to the king since 2004, he is absolutely one of Do you need space to hold a the best Elvis Tribute Artists in the business. meeting, conference, class or group? Tickets: £23.00 We have several multi- Sat 4th Sept 2021 19:30 functional spaces with ample tables and chairs to JIVE TALKIN’ meet your needs and all THE BEE GEES STORY available at very competitive prices. Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show and THE ONLY Bee Gess tribute show that has actually performed with the original Bee Gees! For a truly amazing experience and an opportunity to hear all the great Bee Gee hits - Tragedy, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Stayin Alive, Jive Talkin etc, in a two hour explosion of music and vocal harmony - this is Ranging from a 299 seat a night not to be missed auditorium to our Studio Theatre - that can sit up to 60 people theatre style. Tickets: £20.00 & £21.00 Wed 8 th Sept 2021 19:30 A cosy meeting space or gathering in our bar area, a boardroom style event or CARRYING DAVID maybe a dance class, yoga The remarkable true story of boxer Glenn McCrory and his heart session or even a children’s warming relationship with his brother David is brought to life party. and back to the stage in this powerful and gripping production. Adapted from McCrory’s autobiography of the same name in a funny and dramatic play by Ed Waugh and superbly directed by Russell Floyd with an outstanding performance from Micky For further information please contact Chris on 01670 367228 or Cochrane as Glenn, Carrying David is an inspirational and For further information please contact us on 01670 367 228 uplifting tale of love, hardship and struggle and triumph over email [email protected] adversity. or email [email protected] Tickets: £14.00 & £15.00 4 @phoenixblyth @phoenixblyth @phoenixblyth @phoenixblyth 5 BOOK ONLINE THEPHOENIXTHEATRE.ORG.UK OR VIA THE BOX OFFICE: 01670 367 228 Fri 10th Sept 2021 19:30 NAVI - THE KING OF POP King Of Pop is led by the world’s number one Michael Jackson tribute artist ‘Navi’ which alone sets this show above the rest. Navi is the only tribute artist ever to be chosen by Michael Jackson himself. Don’t miss this incredible production which features all of Jackson’s greatest hits such as Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean, Black or White, Man In The Mirror and the ‘Jackson Five’ classics. All performed by Navi with the backing of his incredible live band, dancers and special effects in a show The following measures are in place from 19th July. We will continue to update our procedures in line suitable for the whole family. with government guidelines, so please do check the website before your visit for the latest information. Tickets: £22.00 • Face coverings are strongly recommended, in line with government advice, for the duration of your visit (except for eating and drinking) unless exempt for health reasons. Our Front of House staff th Sat 11 Sept 2021 19:30 will continue to wear face coverings. UNDER THE BOARDWALK • E-tickets will be issued as standard. These do not have to be printed but can be shown on your smartphone or similar device for us to scan on entry. In order to reduce queueing and minimise ICONS OF SOUL AND MOTOWN contact, tickets will not be available for collection from the Box Office. Direct from the USA, Under the Boardwalk is a tribute concert to all the vocal groups of the 60s with all the greatest hits from The • Auditorium to open one hour before showtime to allow staggered arrival. Drifters, Temptations, Stylistics, Tavares, The Ojays, The Platters, Gladys Knight and the Pips and many more. Joining the Icons of • We will continue to ask you to please maintain a safe social distance where possible when queuing Soul is the Queen of Soul, celebrating the music of soul ‘divas’, to take your seats and moving around the theatre. You may need to pass someone to take your such as Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross and Tina Turner. Get ready seat in a row – to mitigate risk we strongly recommend wearing your face covering while moving for a Soul and Motown party! around the theatre. • We will carry out enhanced cleaning of all public areas, both prior to and during performances. Including Anti-viral fogging of the auditorium every 10 days. Tickets: £21.00 & £22.00 • Hand sanitising stations positioned throughout the building. th Sun 12 Sept 2021 19:30 • During the interval we ask that people are mindful of other patrons, and take note of any directional signage that may be in place to regulate the flow of patrons through the building. CARPENTERS GOLD • Our staff complete lateral flow tests twice weekly. Immerse yourself in an enchanting evening featuring the • No food or alcohol drinks are allowed in the auditorium.