w Welcome to the Autumn - Winter 2016 season of events at The Cresset. It’s been a bumper year so far, with more people than ever enjoying events in the theatre and function suites. Judging by the amount of entertainment on offer in this brochure, that looks set to continue! All the shows listed here for 2016 are on sale now, and you can book quickly and securely online at any time. It’s never too early to think about Christmas! Whether you’re planning your office party or need to organise the family panto outing we can help.This year’s pantomime is the magical story of Peter Pan and tickets are already flying out like they’re sprinkled with fairy dust so don’t leave it too late to book your seats on our trip to Neverland. 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. In 2017 we’ll be launching our brand new membership scheme. With great benefits and cost savings it’s a fantastic opportunity for regular bookers. If you’re interested in becoming a member, contact the Box Office for more information. www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 Keeping in touch has never been easier, we’re available on Twitter, Facebook, email and telephone. Or you could just pop in to the Box Office where our team are always happy to help. The Cresset @TheCresset 2 w WEDDINGS AT THE CRESSET The Cresset is Peterborough’s foremost wedding venue, with three elegant function suites ideal for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering of your closest friends and family, or a large celebration 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 for hundreds of guests, we can tailor the perfect package for your special day. We are happy to cater for any event, from small buffet-style receptions, through to a sumptuous sit-down meal for 300 guests. Our expert wedding team provides a friendly, personal yet professional service, so you can relax and enjoy your day. We also recognise that every wedding is Cresset Functions & Events different, and promise to help you create a completely bespoke package to suit Whatever your event, The Cresset is the ideal venue. From conferences and your personality, taste and budget. training to weddings and parties, our flexible function rooms, excellent catering For a personal appointment and a tour of the suites, please contact our options and outstanding service means your event is in safe hands. With our wedding team on 01733 842513 or download a brochure at www.cresset.co.uk incredible value packages it costs less than you think! If you’re organising an event, whether it’s business or pleasure, consider the Cresset as your venue. Contact the Events team for a no-obligation quote and an opportunity to view the function suites. We also offer an affordable and stress-free range of funeral receptions, with sensitive and friendly service to help in any way we can at such a difficult time. Visit the website for photos and specifications of all the rooms, or to download Don’t spend hours looking round wedding fayres, and researching hundreds a brochure. To book an appointment to discuss your bespoke event, contact us of suppliers online. Join us for an exclusive open evening, and start planning on 01733 842513 or email [email protected] 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] 3 w The ELO Experience Amber Dew Events and Lord Russell Baker present Sensational Tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra Ronnie O’Sullivan v Judd Trump 10th Anniversary Tour 2016 The legend of Jeff Lynne & The Electric Light Orchestra barely needs The Eleven 30 series where the winner any introduction – suffice to say that between 1972 and 1986 they takes all. Two of the world’s biggest achieved more combined UK and US Top 40 hits than any other snooker stars in one of the biggest band on the planet! grudge matches ever! The ELO Experience are the world’s Starring the world’s most popular player, foremost tribute to The Electric Light Ronnie O’Sullivan settling scores with the Orchestra. With a sensational string Eleven 30 Series young pretender Judd Trump. section, a stunning light show and Snooker At their last match up, the 2015 Grand large screen projection to further Sat 3 Sep, 7.30pm Prix Final, it was Judd who triumphed enhance the experience, this 10-7. Who will be the victor this time? incredible show accurately Tickets from £36.50 reproduces the songs and VIP packages available Don’t miss this exciting event. sounds and takes you on a magical musical journey through time. Peterborough’s only wargaming show, now in its second year. Dozens of In 2016 The ELO participation games from Ancient Rome Experience will be to the far future and most points in celebrating their 10th year between, as well as lots of stalls with big- of bringing the music of Jeff name traders, and several tournaments Lynne and The Electric Light “...plenty to look at and buy in a venue orchestra to the live stage. which was spacious and well lit. www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 Peterborough Wargames Club did a The ELO Experience grand job in organising the show, and I Wargames Show look forward to next year.” Fri 2 Sep, 7.30pm -Neil Shuck, Miniature Wargames magazine. Sun 4 Sep, 10am-4pm Tickets £23.50 For tickets and tournament entry, visit Tickets - advance £3 www.hereward-wargames.co.uk 4 On the door £5 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated w www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 Calling all young performers! Fancy taking a trip to Neverland this Christmas? Then come along and audition for the chance to appear in this year’s Pantomimg spectacular, Peter Pan. We are looking for Lost Boys, Pirates, Mermaids, Indians and Wendy’s brothers John & Michael to take to the stage alongside our professional cast. Directed by Stuart Morrison of Premier Pantomimes, and with an exciting new West End Choreographer Peter Pan promises to be our biggest and best show to date. So if you’re an enthusiastic performer, with a desire to act, register to audition now! For all the information and to register for the auditions, download an application pack at www.cresset.co.uk/pantomime or collect one from the Box Office. 5 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated w www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 Carmen The Russian State Opera Tue 13 Sep 7.30pm Tickets £31 6 Concessions £29 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated w www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 Winners of the National Tribute Awards, Mercury are firmly established Singer and TV star Jane McDonald, one of the nation’s favourite as one of the most authentic tributes to the legend that is Freddie entertainers is returning to The Cresset with her brand-new show! Mercury and Queen. With a dynamic show that fully emulates the true charismatic appeal of rock’s most flamboyant front man, Mercury Making Memories is an exciting and emotionally charged evening faithfully and accurately recreate the distinctive Queen experience with of music and laughter. Featuring many of Jane’s best loved songs fantastic and authentic performances of all the biggest Queen hits. and hits from her incredible career, including some of her own compositions and amazing medleys. The extraordinary vocal range and outstanding delivery of Joseph Lee Jackson as Freddie Mercury Mercury Together with her fantastic Jane McDonald: and the intricate guitar work of Glenn musicians and backing singers Jane Scrimshaw as Brian May are backed brings the audience to their feet with Making Memories by superbly crafted harmonies, a Fri 16 Sep, 7.30pm this ultimate feel-good show. This is Sun 18 Sep, 7.30pm driving rhythm section and state-of-the- one night you won’t want to miss! art, world class production. Tickets £20 Tickets £36 /£31 Concessions £18 7 All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated All ticket prices include a £1.50 booking fee unless otherwise stated w “The Biggest Party with the UK’s best ABBA Tribute” Back by popular demand - bigger and better than ever! Crowned No1 at the UK National Tribute Awards, performed at Michael’s 45th birthday, Forever Jackson returns to The Cresset. Star Thank ABBA For The Music of the show Robin Parsons: sounds like MJ – 100% live, pitch-perfect is a two-hour theatre spectacular with vocals; looks like MJ – three-hours in make-up plus finely-detailed stunning costumes, a 7-piece LIVE costumes; and moves like MJ. band, interactive video projection Superb musicians and dancers, www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705 www.cresset.co.uk 01733 Thank ABBA for and of course ABBA’s spectacular Forever Jackson breath-taking choreography and trademark harmonies.