Two of the biggest groups come together for an incredible night of music that is guaranteed to have you boogying the night away.
This Bee Gees and Abba double headline show featuring NON-STOP HITS like Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, Tragedy, Dancing Queen, Mama Mia, Waterloo and so many more . . . .
With over 2 hours of party, feel good anthems to get you dancing in the isles, this show is not to be missed.
World class Tribute Vocalists and Musicians will transport you back to the magic ear of Disco/Pop, so bring along all the Dancing Queens and let’s keep this music Stayin’ Alive!
Roll over Beethoven because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra are back. Featuring soaring strings and striking vocal harmonies the ELO Encounter promises a night filled with rock, roll and Blue Skies!
So, Hold On Tight as the band reel off all those classic hits because Rock and Roll Is King in a show that is guaranteed to have you partying All Over The World.
★★★★★ “A brilliant night out” – Steve Scruton – BBC Radio
★★★★★ “Amazing … a fantastic band” – Tony Fisher – BBC Radio
★★★★★ “Simply outstanding … thank you ELO Encounter” – Road House Birmingham
The Debbie Millar school of dance is back for 2024 at the West Cliff with routines and music to take us all on a journey through the decades, featuring performers of all ages from 2 years upwards. With a wide range of routines including Classical Ballet, Modern and Tap Dancing plus Musical Theatre, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
PLEASE NOTE:This is a community production presented by the local Debbie Millar School of Dance.
WHAT DOES THE i MEAN ON THE PLAN?
The i denotes that seats are close to the main sound speakers. Your view of the stage will not be affected in these seats but sound levels will be a little louder for some shows.
Step back in time to 1960’s Detroit and be prepared for a high energy show, packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time.
Starring The Voice UK finalist, Bizzi Dixon, and backed by the soulful vocal dynamics of The Motown Divas, this musical celebration is sure to have you singing along and dancing in the aisles and the streets.
Don’t look any further! Reach out and grab your ticket to find out just how sweet it is to party all night long. This live show is guaranteed to be a night to remember!
Step into Miss Mae’s Red Top Sugar Shake and be transported into a world where Rock ‘N’ Roll was formed from a gumbo or Rhythm & Blues, Folk and Country music.
Feel the electric power of some of the most influential artists of all time raising the roof of the Sugar Shack – Chuck B, The King E and Jerry Lee – plus powerhouse hits from the pioneering women of the 1950s.
With over 40 classic hits from the decade that gave us Rock ‘N’ Roll, this is a show not to be missed.
They were the definition of cool during their Fifties and Sixties Vegas heyday – Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jnr. The trio – collectively known as The Rat Pack, had attitude to spare.
Rat Pack Live invites you to be part of the gang and features all the patter and razzamatazz of their infamous live shows. So prepare yourself for the UK’s most authentic Rat Pack concert experience…
This brilliant production revives all-time-favourites such as New York, New York, That’s Amore, My Way, Mr Bojangles and That’s Life.
Rat Pack Live: Come Fly with us…
This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.
We invite you to hold on tight as three marvellous witches and many well-known villains of Disney take you on a haunting journey. With spells, broomsticks & cauldrons we will travel through a story like no other via spellbinding songs and dances. Are you daring enough to join our wondrous cast of Theatretrain Clacton for this very special production?
PLEASE NOTE:This is a community production presented by the local Theatre Train School for young performers.
WHAT DOES THE i MEAN ON THE PLAN?
The i denotes that seats are close to the main sound speakers. Your view of the stage will not be affected in these seats but sound levels will be a little louder for some shows.
Join our award-winning West Cliff Performers for an afternoon concert filled with songs from the shows. Our inclusive performers will take you on a musical journey, with plenty of well know tunes and perhaps a few not so well known. Funds raised support the theatre and community.
This is a Community Production Staged by our All-Inclusive Performers Group.
The DREAMS OF FLEETWOOD MAC show successfully recreates the authentic look and sound and every show is portrayed with the passion, energy and respect that the legendary band deserve.
In 1974 ABBA won the Eurovision song contest with “WATERLOO” and you can still dance, you can still jive and have the time of your life with Europe’s leading ABBA tribute Abbamania.
ABBAMANIA continue to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and live musical performance on stage.
This widely acclaimed tribute is a sensational two hour show featuring the record breaking and timeless hits such as ‘Waterloo’ ‘Dancing Queen’ ‘Mamma Mia’ ‘Fernando’ and ‘Chiquitita’ to name but a few, all of which will have you dancing in the aisles.
So, dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable night with ABBAMANIA.
Presented by Award winning vocalist and World Class trumpet player, Gareth John and featuring the stunning SOS Big Band – The Story of Swing takes you on a musical journey through decades of the iconic genre of swing and big band music.
Featuring the classic, much-loved hits of Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr, right through to modern day crooners such as Michael Buble, Robbie Williams, Matt Goss, Paul Anka and Harry Connick Jr.
Gareth is renowned for his top-class showmanship, performing from the heart with huge passion for the genre. His stage presence and natural rapport with the audience are second to none. Not surprising, as he has shared the stage with many household names, including The Beautiful South, The Specials and many more.
Gareth will also be joined by some very special guests on the night, including the fabulous female, close harmony group The Vixen trio.
On the evening of 13th October 1939, six weeks after war has been declared on Hitler’s Germany, Winston & Clementine Churchill meet with Neville & Anne Chamberlain, for a private dinner.
Prime Minister Chamberlain has seen all his efforts to negotiate peace with Hitler shattered, whilst Churchill has been recalled to the cabinet, his dire warnings of the Nazi threat vindicated.
History tells us this was the only time the four ever met alone together socially, and there is no official record as to what transpired during that unique evening…
From the pen of Robin Hawdon (God and Stephen Hawking, A Night In Provence), this compelling new play is by turns epic and intimate, dramatic and moving, and never less than enthralling throughout as it asks the question, how far should one go to pacify a threatening dictator?
Presented as a radio-play-live-on-stage with sound effects and a cast of seasoned performers, you will be transported back to wartime London as Crime And Comedy Theatre Company bring to life the first ever production of this fascinating new drama.
This show sold out quickly in 2023. BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment!
Renowned as the original and very best, ‘Jive Talkin’ is the ONLY Bee Gees tribute show that has actually performed with the original group! In 1997 Gary & Darren performed LIVE on HEART FM with THE BEE GEES and received great compliments from both Maurice and Barry Gibb.
As with the original Bee Gees, Jive Talkin’ is very much a family affair, with brothers Gary and Darren Simmons taking the roles of Barry and Maurice Gibb and Darren’s son Jack joining the group in 2014 taking on the role of Robin Gibb. The guys are supported by a fantastic four-piece band with Lead Guitar, Violin, Cello and Drums, to ensure that every note in every song is just right!
Wherever the group play they receive superb plaudits; “The Soundalike quality is quite sensational” (The Stage), “Amazing similarity to the real Bee Gees” (Wakefield Express), Absolutely Brilliant (Maurice Gibb), WOW (Barry Gibb)
For a truly amazing experience and an opportunity to hear all the great Bee Gees hits; Tragedy, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Stayin Alive, Jive Talkin, etc, in a 2 hour explosion of music and vocal harmony, this is a night not to be missed!
Classic rock anthems, incredible musicians, sensational vocalists and a ROCKTACULAR experience; with a lot of laughs thrown in! All the ingredients that make up the phenomenal, ‘Rock for Heroes’! Performed by a superb 7-piece band, the show breathes new life into the music of Guns ‘N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, Dire Straits, Fleetwood Mac, Queen and more! You’d be ‘Livin’ on a Prayer’ if you miss it! A show for all the family and a must see for any rock fan! Experience an evening that will awaken nostalgia, have you laughing till your sides hurt and ROCKIN’ the night away!
So, Jump at your chance to get your tickets today! Let ‘Rock For Heroes’ remind you of where you were that Summer of 69 and join us for the BIGGEST celebration of the Heroes of Rock!
It’s time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true with A Tribute to the Carpenters.
The original Carpenters tribute is back with a brand-new show for 2023! Featuring Gordy Marshall’s, The British Carpenters, starring the fantastic Sally Creedon as Karen Carpenter and with an incredible cast made up of musicians straight from London’s West End.
Join us for one very special night, on top of the world, to create a dream come true, celebrating the legendary music of the Carpenters.
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