Published Date:
08 October 2008
HALIFAX - The Victoria Theatre
FRANKIE BOYLE LIVE
From BBC2's Mock The Week, comedy's hottest property Frankie Boyle will be performing all the best bits in his hit live show.
Saturday, October 11th, 8 p.m. Tickets: £17.50. Box Office: 01422 351158.
STATUS QUO
Join one of Britain's best-loved bands for a hit-filled anniversary party. Put yourself in the frame with these true legends of the rock world.
Sunday, October 12th, 7-30 p.m. Tickets: £31.50. Box Office: 01422 351158.
THE CHRISTIANS
Get ready for a night to remember with one of the UK's biggest soul bands. Formed in Liverpool in the 1980s, The Christians enjoyed a string of hits including Ideal World and Harvest For The World. Performing their familiar tunes together with new material, this concert of their unique blend of soul, gospel and heartfelt acoustic pop will blow you away.
Wednesday, October 15th, 7-30 p.m. Tickets: £16. Box Office: 01422 351158.
CBEEBIES AT THE THEATRE
Join PC Plum, Postman Pat, Jess the Cat and Tamba from Tikkabilla for an exciting show about recycling.
There'll be plenty of excitement and surprises as the Jakers, Bill and Ben, Boo and the Koala Brothers join together with Tommy Zoom to combat the dastardly deeds of Polluto.
A fun filled musical adventure with your favourite friends from CBeebies. Come on ... let's play!
Friday, October 17th to Sunday, October 19th, 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 4-30 p.m. Tickets: Adults £14.50, Children £12.50. Box Office: 01422 351158.
NORTH HALIFAX GRAMMAR SCHOOL GRAND CONCERT
A fantastic concert featuring all of North Halifax Grammar Schools bands, orchestras and choirs.
Monday, October 20th, 7-30 p.m. Tickets: £7/£5/£3. Box Office: 01422 351158.
OVER THE RAINBOW - THE LIFE STORY OF EVA CASSIDY
Starring Faye Tozer (from STEPS) and Irish singer Rose-Marie, this compelling award winning musical takes you through the dramatic life of the legendary Eva Cassidy.
With projection and original footage from Eva Cassidy's life, this fantastic show takes you from Eva's childhood growing up in a music family, to meeting her boyfriend and mentor Chris Biondo, finally culminating in her poignant and tragic death. Featuring stunning live renditions of her music, including a haunting interpretation of Somewhere Over The rainbow, this heartfelt musical is simply unmissable.
The first performance commemorates the one year anniversary of the death of BBC's Paul Walters.
Tuesday, October 21st and Wednesday, October 22nd, 8 p.m. Tickets: £16.50. Box Office: 01422 351158.
ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN
Get ready to rock with Stars In Their Eyes winner Gary Mullen together with his band The Works. Performing those legendary hits including We Are The Champions and It's A Kind of Magic, the spirit of Freddie Mercury lives on!
Friday, October 24th, 7-30 p.m. Tickets: £17.50. Box Office: Box Office: 01422 351158.
PRESTON - Guild Hall
SING-A-LONG-A ABBA
The concert event Abba fans have been waiting for. The Swedish supergroup's greatest hits performed live with on-screen lyrics so everyone can join in!
With live singers on stage, a party bag for everyone, fancy dress, Dancing Queen competition, the big screen with lyrics and of course some of the best music you'll ever hear. Fancy dress is not obligatory but highly recommended!
Sunday, October 19th, 7-30 p.m. Tickets: £17. Box Office: 0845 344 2012.
BOY GEORGE
The boy is back in town!
Some may say that George's life has been a soap opera played out in the tabloids since his meteoric rise to international stardom in 1982. There is however one undeniable truth, his incredible and instantly recognisable voice that has sold millions of albums worldwide.
Thursday, October 23rd, 7-45 p.m. Tickets: £25. Box Office: 0845 344 2012.
UNFORGETTABLE - THE NAT KING COLE STORY
The incredible smooth soulful voice of Stephen Bayliss is simply incomparible. Elliot Brooks' warm and witty narrative offers a real insight into the life and music of Nat King Cole, and Cliff Longhurst and his Band bring all the classic songs to life.
Join them for a wonderful evening of Nat King Cole favourites including Mona Lisa, Nature Boy, Route 66, Let There Be Love, Unforgettable and many more.
Saturday, October 25th, 7-45 p.m. Tickets: £14. Box Office: 0845 344 2012.
KENNY BALL AND HIS JAZZMEN
For more than forty years Kenny Ball has flown his flag for his particular brand of Traditional Jazz all over the world. It is a tribute to his stamina and musical integrity that Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen are as popular today as they were back in 1960 when they had their first chart hit with "Samantha".
Thursday, October 30th, 7-45 p.m. Tickets: £16.50. Box Office: 0845 344 2012.
Charter Theatre
BASIL BRUSH'S HIGH SKOOL MANIA
Legendary TV superstar Basil Brush hits town with his fabulous family laughter show. Join us for an unforgettable lesson in Madness, Mayhem and Mess!
It's a skool-tastic adventure with gallons of giggles guaranteed! Will Basil pass his ballet exam? Will there be kissing at the end of the disco? And who will end up in the naughty corner?
Find out at Basil Brush's High Skool Mania. In a class of its own!
Sunday, October 25th, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Tickets: £12. Box Office: 0845 344 2012.
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