Supersonic 70s moves from Friday 5th February to Saturday 5th February 2022
Exciting Science moves from Saturday 13th February to Sunday 27th February 2022
Ceri Dupree (A Star is Torn) moves from Friday 26th February 2021 to Friday 25th February 2022
Think Floyd moves from Saturday 27th February to Sunday 31st October 2021
Ricky Nelson ‘Travelin Man’ moves from Friday 5th March 2021 to Saturday 2nd July 2022
The Opera Boys moves from Saturday 6th March 2021 to Saturday 26th March 2022
Ultimate Classic Rock moves from Sunday 7th March to Friday 25th March 2022
Gingerland moves from Wednesday 17th March to Saturday 9th April 2022
Sensational 60’s moves from Friday 19th March to Saturday 19th March 2022
The Bohemians moves from Saturday 20th March to Saturday 12th February 2022
Theatre Train moves from Sunday 21st March to Sunday 28th November 2021
Calling Planet Earth moves from Saturday 27th March to Saturday 26th Feb 2022
Prepare to have your ribs – and everything else – tickled as comedian Paul Eastwood returns to Clacton’s West Cliff Theatre with his ‘Live at the Apollo’ style comedy show, starring a host of the best UK comedy acts from the circuit today, including Britian’s Got Talent star Mandy Muden, otherwise known as ‘Magic Mandy’ and ‘Legends of the Comedy Circuit’ Raymond and Mr Timpkins Revue!
This show may contain some saucy bits so is suitable for over 16’s.
Up Close and Personal Evening with The Fizz
Come and join Cheryl Baker, Mike Nolan and Jay Aston (The Fizz) for an up close and personal evening.
The night is the “warts and all”, behind-the-curtain story of Bucks Fizz – from being put together and winning the Eurovision Song Contest to becoming one of the most successful bands of the 1980s with five No1 hits and ten top ten hits.
This is a must for any Fizz fan – and all backed up with projection and images as they tell their story of what it’s like to be part of one of Britain’s most successful pop groups, all interspersed with the hit songs.
A Q&A will also take place on the evening and you can ask them absolutely anything. . . this is a night not to be missed for everyone!
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An evening full of music, laughter and nostalgia, this is must for any lover of the 80s.
Join Steve Hewlett, and a whole host of characters for a night filled with comedy and laughter suitable for all ages. As well as touring in his own shows – ‘Thinking Inside The Box’ & ‘30 Years Of Talking To Myself’ – Steve has also been seen on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing and as a Wildcard & Finalist on Britain’s Got Talent.
2016 saw Steve Touring with names such as KENNY G, The Osmonds in 2017 in America & Canada & The Stylistics in 2018 and ending 2019 hosting the Biggest Christmas Show in the UK at Thursford in Norfolk.
Steve now brings his New Show Arthur Lager is Beyond Real to the stage where he reveals the whole life of Arthur as well as a full Comedy Show full of hilarious characters.
Fun show for the Whole Family…
Previously Saturday 16th January 2021
*This show is Covid Secure.
Celebrate a golden era of music as we remember songs and stars of the ‘fabulous fifties’ and ‘swinging sixties!’
This sparkling, foot-tapping, feel-good show evokes the wonderful mix of entertainment that accompanied the optimistic youth of the postwar generation and is packed with singalong hits.
Musical entertainer Andy Eastwood is no stranger to audiences at the West Cliff, having appeared here in summer seasons, touring shows and last year’s 125th Anniversary Gala. He will pay tribute to a variety of artists from Elvis to George Formby in his whirlwind of an act! He is joined by sensational vocalist Helen Farrell who was due to appear in our 2020 Summer Show, and she will sing favourite hits by Doris Day, Connie Francis, Shirley Bassey, Carole King and many more…
Join us for a wonderful musical trip down memory lane!
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COVID-19 Information
* Doors to the theatre and auditorium open 1 hour before the show (please do not leave it to the last minute to arrive, we will need time to get everyone in safely). We will check your temperature and ask you to sanitise your hands on arrival. There is a One-Way system inside the theatre and all staff will be wearing the appropriate PPE. We ask that ALL patrons wear a mask (unless exempt) whilst in the theatre and observe the social distancing regulations. The show will run for 75 minutes without an Interval. Refreshments are available and we encourage contact-less payment where possible. We have invested in an electrostatic spray system to disinfect the building, enhanced cleaning regime and have sanitiser stations in the foyer and outside the toilets. At the end of the performance we would ask that you leave the building via the auditorium exits where at all possible.
Please note that by entering the building you accept our terms and conditions in regards to Covid-19 (Disclaimer at the end of the page)
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The Lady Boys of Bangkok are back with their most sensational show yet for 2021 – FLIGHT OF FANTASY!
Climb aboard for the trip of a lifetime as 16 of the world’s most glamorous showgirls (who just happen to be men!) send you soaring to spectacular diamante-dipped song and dance destinations, with over 400 stunning diamante dripping costumes.
Comedy turbulence is the in-flight order of the day as your cabin crew, Ole and Jamie (the UK’s only dwarf drag queen) take you mile high at the biggest party in the sky!
Pop icons including Destiny’s Child, Shania Twain, Little Mix, the Pussycat Dolls and many more will have you dancing in the aisles, transporting you from Las Vegas to Las Palmas in a sparkle-filled show where Bollywood meets Broadway.
The decadence of the Moulin Rouge will be brought to (night)life as these diamond-clad divas Can-Can to new heights, before the Euphoria of a Eurovision medley fills the sensational Sabai Theatre.
Everything needed to give our audiences the biggest night OUT- OUT in the country and an experience that will have them partying in the theatre aisles with hundreds of friends they are yet to meet!
It’s a Thai Drag Race against time to complete this world tour of wonders before The Final Countdown to our breath-taking finale…
So get those Nails, Hair, Hips and Heels on point, because you’re going ‘out-out’, up and away on a Flight of Fantasy with The Lady Boys of Bangkok!
Grab your boarding passes at ladyboysofbangkok.co.uk because in 2020, the sky’s the limit for the UK’s favourite cabaret show!
Starring Crissy Rock (Benidorm), Nicole Barber-Lane (Hollyoaks), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty), and Nicki French (Eurovision), it’s our brand-new show, Cruising Through Menopause. In the hysterical sequel to our smash-hit Menopause The Musical®, we fast forward five years to catch up with the same four characters for tales of their lives, loves and losses as they set off on the high seas.
Hot flushes, mood swings, memory lapses, weight gain – these are a few of our favourite menopausal things! Cruising Through Menopause is a hilarious, heartfelt, reassuring and unflinching look at the joys of menopause and friendship. When your life is a bumpy ride full of twists and turns, it’s hard to find true friends. But step on board and we’ll take you on a trip of self-discovery, love and friendship all backed by a soundtrack of brand-new toe-tapping parodied hits!
For these four ladies the menopause was not the beginning of the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers, and friendships never fail.
So, all aboard and we’ll have you laughing, singing and maybe even dancing on-stage, as you join us for Menopause The Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause.
Join us on Facebook at “Menopause The Musical UK Tour”
Age advisory 16+
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Jimmy Jemain with the Undercover Shadows celebrate six decades of hits singles by Sir Cliff Richard. A must see show for all Cliff Richard fans. This show will have you tapping your feet and dancing in the aisles as you listen to Cliff’s fantastic music. Jimmy Jemain, who won TV’s ’Stars in Their Eyes’ 30 years ago, is widely recognised as the number one Cliff tribute artist, with Cliff himself commenting “Spot on, a bit too good”. The Daily Mirror write that Jemain “Talks, walks, looks and sings like Cliff Richard”. As The Shadows played an important part in the early years, no show reflecting on the career of Sir Cliff would be complete without some of their music performed by a sensational five piece band the Undercover Shadows.
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Roll up, roll up, for a rip-roaring magical musical tour through the back catalogue of the worlds greatest ever band.
Every song is a winner in this note-perfect musical love letter to the Fab Four. John, Paul, George and Ringo take to the stage one more time as the supremely-talented cast revive all 17 of their No1 hits including: She Loves You, Can’t Buy Me Love, A Hard Day’s Night, Help!, We Can Work it Out, All You Need is Love, Get Back and a five-star performance of Hey Jude on the golden anniversary of the four-times platinum classic hit.
From their mop-top Beatlemania beginnings to the psychedelic highs of Sgt. Pepper and beyond, this is the must see show for any Beatles fan. With stunning attention to detail – from the original musical instruments and stitch perfect costumes even down to Lennon and McCartney’s on-stage banter – combined with superb vocals and sublime musicianship.
Money can’t buy you love, but it can get you seats for an evening to remember, featuring the biggest and best songs ever recorded performed live in concert. Get your ticket to ride back in time, in style, with the incredible Beatlemania!
We are delighted to welcome LCM to the West Cliff for the very first time as they present ‘Sleeping with Beauty’ starring Ben-Ryan Davies (Hollyoaks & Waterloo Roads) as The Prince.
Joining Ben is the #cracking top UK comic Liam Mellor as Jangles & The Fabulous Jimmy Burton-Iles as Queen Lusious Le-Coq.
This is for all you big boys & girls, so leave the kids at home and get your tickets for this fun & filthy show for one night only.
Will Jangles get to Sleep with Beauty? Will Carabosse manage to give The Princess a prick? And will Queen Lusious Le-Coq keep the Prince all for herself?
Find out by seeing this hilarious adult panto that all started with a prick!
This is an adult panto very much in the ‘Carry On’ tradition, with plenty of innuendo but never any nudity or use of the C word. Suitable for 16+
Previously Friday 8th January 2021
Graham is best known for his 25 year role as Tony Stamp in The Bill but there is much more to Graham than that one role. From Doctor Who to an ’00’ agent in the James Bond film ‘The Living Daylights’, and of course Pantomime, Graham has enjoyed a wide and varied career.
Join him and us as we re-open the West Cliff Theatre for the first time since March with this Socially Distanced One Act Show which promises plenty of anecdotes, inside gossip and you can even ask your own questions.
Book early to avoid disappointment as we have limited availability due to the current restrictions.
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COVID-19 Information
* Doors to the theatre and auditorium open 1 hour before the show (please do not leave it to the last minute to arrive, we will need time to get everyone in safely). We will check your temperature and ask you to sanitise your hands on arrival. There is a One-Way system inside the theatre and all staff will be wearing the appropriate PPE. We ask that ALL patrons wear a mask (unless exempt) whilst in the theatre and observe the social distancing regulations. The show will run for 75 minutes without an Interval. Refreshments are available and we encourage contact-less payment where possible. We have invested in an electrostatic spray system to disinfect the building, enhanced cleaning regime and have sanitiser stations in the foyer and outside the toilets. At the end of the performance we would ask that you leave the building via the auditorium exits where at all possible.
Please note that by entering the building you accept our terms and conditions in regards to Covid-19 (Disclaimer at the end of the page)
Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV Europe’s No.1 multi award winning show “The Legends of American Country” returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics. The 2021 tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Don William, Patsy Cline and Kenny Rogers and new tributes to icons Hank Williams, Charley Pride, Glen Campbell, Tammy Wynette, John Denver and Jim Reeves with countless other well known hit songs in this must see musical extravaganza. The show features 4 fantastic singers who are all accompanied by a superb live band of musicians with that authentic western sound coupled with authentic stage set and state of the art production that will transport you all the way hand clapping and toe tapping to Nashville and back in one night. One things for sure if it’s Country music you like then this is the only show in town!
Over 2,000 5 star reviews!
Country Music Northern Ireland “As good as Country show that you will see live anywhere outside Nashville“
CMT “Pure Raw Country at its Best“
“Fantastic show of nostalgic country at its best with superb vocalists and musicians“. Hot Country TV
The Kilkennys, Ireland’s newest balladeers come from a city steeped in music, history and folk culture. The band’s following is growing internationally and their upward curve has been sure and steady. With passion and pride, The Kilkennys play old Irish folk songs and new songs of their own. Much like the monks of St Francis Abbey who first brewed ale 350 years ago, The Kilkennys are meticulous craftsmen and have been named Ireland’s Most Successful International Folk Band winners in the Sunday Worlds Country Music and Entertainment Awards.
Previously Saturday 30th January 2021
This Show is Covid Secure
“My Dear Old Things” welcome to my brand-new show “Over… But Not Out…” The Socially Distanced Tour. Join me for an evening of hilarious yet fascinating stories direct from the TMS commentary box, The Real Marigold Hotel and countless TV shows. Couple all that with my side-splitting life stories and you are in for a real treat! Pip Pip Blowers x Henry’s quick wit, storytelling, and sparkling personality have certainly been sharped up by lock-down and he is raring to go! “Over… But Not Out…” is set to be a rip-roaring, belly laughing evening of not to be missed anecdotes, gaffes and more! “If the tension here was a block of Cheddar cheese, you could cut it with a knife” – Henry Blofeld
The Counterfeit Sixties make a welcome return to the West Cliff Theatre. As Britain’s No.1 tribute show they bring alive the magic of the sixties, with their tribute to over twenty five bands of that era. The show encompasses everything from that period, from the clothes that were worn, to flashbacks from television history, including: TV programmes, adverts and even clips from the original bands.
“If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show!”
We all love a bit of guitar wielding in a song, it’s iconic, soulful and – oh what a beautiful instrument!
The Story of Guitar Heroes is an awe-inspiring, dynamic show which transports you through time: from the 1950’s with artistes such as Chuck Berry and Hank Marvin from The Shadows, including gifted legends such as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page, through to modern day players such as the great Brian May and the electrifying Steve Vai, to name but a few!
Presented by guitar virtuoso Phil Walker – this show’s extraordinarily talented band uses over 30 guitars to recreate and accurately reproduce the sound and ambiance of each guitar hero. Featuring video footage of historical moments, with state-of-the-art lighting and delivered with a light hearted vibe – this makes for a truly sensational and enjoyable evening.
Now in its 5th year, The Story of Guitar Heroes has become increasingly popular not only with many guitar players and musicians, but with people and families of all ages.
Don’t miss out on this spectacular show. You won’t be disappointed!
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Follow The HOLLIES Story as Allan Clarke and Graham Nash met in a Manchester primary school aged six, and went on to become one of Manchesters biggest bands ever.
Discover how two boys from the backstreets of Salford created a band to rival the Beatles, enjoyed dozens of chart hits and were finally inaugurated into the Rock’n Roll Hall of Fame in 2010.
This highly entertaining show for all ages is packed with hit after hit, performed by a talented young band and hosted by a seasoned narrator.
So, if you remember “Look Through Any Window”, “Carrie-Anne” “On a Carousel” and “I’m Alive” tell me….Who is Jennifer Eccles?
Come and join the greatest party in town as Forever In Blue Jeans celebrates 22 happy and successful years “On The Road”.
A perfect feast of entertainment starring Carole Gordon with terrific singers, dancers and musicians playing the best in Country Music and Rock ‘n’ Roll. This big hearted show performs songs from Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, Billy Ray Cyrus, The Mavericks, Tammy Wynette, The Carpenters & Carol King to hits from the great Western Musicals such as Oklahoma and Paint Your Wagon plus many more all performed by the stunning “Red Hot Blue Jeans Band”.
Bring the whole family and come and enjoy the liveliest and happiest show of them all FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS.
Follow young Phil & Don Everly, as the boys from a humble Kentucky coal mining community appear at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville in 1957… inspiring the Beatles, the Hollies and many others with their angelic harmonies….. all the way to their triumphant reunion concert in 1983 in the Royal Albert Hall London England.
Join our fabulous host and narrator, Mr Hank Griffin Senior to enjoy all the favourite Everly hits including;- Bye Bye Love, Cathys Clown, Wake up Little Susie, Lucille, When will I be loved and many many more….
The Wymondham Helicopter Group and West Cliff Theatre Presents:
Come join us for an evening of great music and nostalgic fun with Nikki and the boys and all in aid of The Wymondham Helicopter Group and the West Cliff Theatre.
Following his recent appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s ‘Sunday Night At The Palladium’ and the ‘Graham Norton Show’ for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high octane show, celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores. This award winning five star production also features a stellar line-up of world class musicians including musical director, Jonny Miller from Talon.
‘Dancing On The Ceiling’, ‘Hello’, ‘Three Times A Lady’,
‘Easy’, ‘All Night Long’ and many more…
*****
“I CLOSE MY EYES AND IT’S LIONEL”
ROGER UPRIGHT Ex Western European Manager of Motown.
The All New Blues and Soul Revue is a fabulous, high-energy act where cabaret, comedy and audience participation collide with unbelievable musicality and showmanship. Much more than simply a Blues Brothers Tribute, this show commands the attention of every audience member from the first note through to the very last.
Formed in 2002 and with some of the UK’s finest session musicians on board this show has toured extensively across the UK and Europe and has now developed from its roots as a club act into performing on a worldwide stage.
Now all that’s needed is ‘You, You, You’ to grab your tickets…….
Sadly due to the pandemic in 2020 we were unable to bring you the Summer Show. But now we are back for 2021 with a show filled with comedy, glamour, laughs galore and so very much more.
Tuesday 3rd, 10th & 17th: 2pm & 7.30pm
Wednesday 4th, 11th & 18th: 2pm & 6pm
Saturday 21st: 2pm & 7.30pm
Previously Friday 30th April 2021
Step back in time, to the era of romance. Where gents were gents, and gals were gals! Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band.
During the sixties and seventies number one hits Sherry, December 1963 (Oh What a Night) and Big Girls Don’t Cry helped propel the Four Seasons and Frankie Valli to stardom.
After selling an incredible 100 million records worldwide, there’s a Four Seasons song that shares a special place in everyone’s heart. This internationally acclaimed show authentically revives the sublime harmonies of New Jersey’s finest.
The Bootleg Shadows’ perform a unique tribute concert that encompasses The Shadows’ amazing career from 1960 up until the early ‘80s.
Relive such fantastic hits as: Apache, Foot Tapper, FBI, Man of Mystery, Atlantis, Wonderful Land, Kon Tiki, Don’t Cry For Me Argentina, plus many more.
In the company of Geoff, Keith, Tony, Tim and Binks, you will be taken on a tour of the Shadows career, with plenty of humour to make it a night out to remember.
For anyone who loves the sounds of the 60’s – and enjoys a few laughs on the way, The Bootleg Shadows perform a unique tribute that will have you humming the tunes and doing the Shadows famous ‘walk’ long after you have left the theatre.
Immerse yourself in vocal bliss, with the smooth harmonies and classic songs of group that will never be forgotten. In an all new production – The Beach Boys Smile, touring the UK from 2017.
Love of music, vocal harmony and Brian Wilson’s composition are what brings five young and incredibly talented musicians together to form Beach Boys Smile (aka BBS). Their roots can be traced as far back as the 80s when three brothers sang along to the classic surf tunes of the Beach Boys in the car on their way to the sunny beach, radio cranked up high! Every time BBS put on a show, all these memories flood back and put a smile on audiences faces the world over. All the greatest songs and feel of The Beach Boys!!
The masterful, outrageous and hysterically funny comedy legend ‘General’ Jim Davidson OBE’ embarks on his postponed comedy campaign around the UK in 2021, following the acclaimed sell-out ‘The People Fight Back’ Tour.
Who will he upset this time? Which battles will he win, which will he lose? One thing’s for certain, Jim never retreats!
He has entertained soldiers across the world and yet, as a comic, he still takes no prisoners at home.”★★★★★
Absolutely a fantastic night! Tears was running down my face, this is the second time I’ve seen Jim’s show and would go back a third time! Absolutely amazing! ★★★★★
Laughed till I cried ★★★★★
Davidson does not receive the true credit he deserves… you get what you expect – there are no airs and graces. You receive the simple, filthy comedy which is expected from such a comedy legend. ★★★★★
A comic who has timing down to a fine art. An on-stage, international perfectionist. ★★★★★
Last week Jim Davidson came, he saw, and he conquered a sell-out audience. ★★★★★
Having toured extensively with The Counterfeit Sixties show they now bring you their unique Seventies show from a decade of glam rock through to new wave music, and everything in between. Featuring the music of Slade, Sweet, T.Rex, The Bay City Rollers and many, many more, they will take you through a rollercoaster ride of the biggest 70’s hits.
As Rock N Roll Paradise moves into its eleventh year, the show continues to bring to the stage an amazing number of tributes to the legends of rock and roll. This year will be no different!
Each performance will be unique as we try to fit in as many icons as we can, bringing to life the music of the giants of rock and roll. Backed by the dynamic Paradise Band, among the many legends we pay tribute to along the way are, Buddy Holly, Gene Vincent, Jerry Lee Lewis, the Big Bopper, Eddie Cochran, Ricky Nelson, Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Everly Brothers – and the King himself, Elvis. Which of your favourites will the jukebox choose to bring to the stage on the night? Paradise rings the changes to keep the surprises going. Two hours of rock and roll magic, brought to you by the very best tribute artistes, that’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Paradise.
