On the eve of the Second World War, two of the greatest minds of the twentieth century, C.S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud converge for their own personal battle over the existence of God.

Freud’s Last Session interweaves the lives of Freud and Lewis, past, present, and through fantasy, bursting from the confines of Freud’s study on a dynamic journey.

Director: Matthew Brown
Cast includes: Anthony Hopkins, Matthew Goode, Liv Lisa Frie

Based on Isabella Tree’s best-selling book by the same title, Wilding tells the incredible story of a young couple that bets on nature for the future of their failing, four-hundred-year-old estate. They set to work with their groundbreaking vision, battling entrenched tradition and major forces along the way, daring to place the fate of their farm in the hands of nature. Ripping down the fences, they set the land back to the wild and entrust its recovery to a motley mix of animals both tame and wild. It is the beginning of a grand experiment that will become one of the most significant rewilding experiments in Europe and beyond.

Directed by: David Allan
Cast: Isabella Tree, Matthew Collyer, Rhiannon Neads

Join us for a captivating new musical adaptation of "A Little Princess" by Mia Gordon and Pete Thorogood, performed by the talented students of Regal School of Creative Arts.

Based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's timeless children's novel, this production follows the journey of Sara Crewe, a spirited young girl sent to boarding school in London. Sara's world is turned upside down when she learns of her father's sudden passing and the loss of her family's fortune. Forced into servitude and hardship, Sara's unwavering spirit and resilience shine through as she navigates her new reality with grace and dignity.

“THE SHOW EVERYONE IS RAVING ABOUT” IT’S THE SUPREME DREAMGIRLS MOTOWN SHOW CELEBRATING THE HISTORY OF MOTOWN & SOUL WITH ALL THE CLASSIC HITS OF THE SUPREMES, THE THREE DEGREES, MARTHA REEVES AND THE VANDELLAS, THE VELVETTES, MARY WELLS, ARETHA FRANKLIN, TINA TURNER, SISTER SLEDGE AND OTHER SOUL AND MOTOWN LEGENDS.

The SUPREME DREAMGIRLS MOTOWN SHOW has been created to bring to you all the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas taking you on a magical journey from the soul classics of the Motown era with songs such as: Stop in the Name of Love, Where Did Our Love Go, Can’t Hurry Love, My Guy, Dancing In the Street, Respect, Proud Mary, through to the more high energy music of yesterday. With the SUPREME DREAMGIRILS amazing vocals, slick dance routines and charismatic stage presence, you will be dancing in the aisles as you soak up the atmosphere.

''RESPECT'' The Girls are Coming. You will be Dancing in the Street.

''BRING YOUR DANCING SHOES'' You will need them!

We are proud to welcome DIRECT FROM THE USA. The American Four Tops Show features the unique vocals of leader and founder William Hicks. From Atlanta Georgia, USA - he has become one of the most prominent ambassadors internationally of the Motown sound...

This phenomenal quartet are keeping the legendary Four Tops music alive worldwide. They'll take you through the hits – Reach Out, Baby I Need Your Loving, I Cant Help Myself (Sugar Pie), Standing in the Shadow, Bernadette, Walk Away Renee, Loco in Acapulco and plenty more from Platters, The Stylistics and the Temptations.

A SHOW THAT WILL BLOW YOU AWAY LIVE with their high stepping choreography and the original harmonies from that era; the show is explosive.

Hurry! While tickets last for this sell-out show.

RCT’s latest production is fully underway and in rehearsal – and what a comic feast it is going to be!

A fast-moving farce with misdirection, slapstick and characters you probably shouldn’t be able to recognise, but probably do (well, just a little) …

Is Inspector Drake a quiet genius or hopelessly hapless? Is Sergeant Plod any help at all? Did Mrs Gagarin deserve to die on her patio that night?

And what of the suspects? Is Miss Duck a fashion designer or fiend? Did Mr Gagarin get on with his mother? What brought Mr Butler to the Gagarin residence that evening? And what about the cook, the gardener, and the butler? Are they the loyal retainers they claim they are?

Who is whom they seem? And who harbours a resentment so deep they will resort to murder?

Come and see Inspector Drake as he takes on household implements, dim assistants, flirtatious ladies, fruit and an obstreperous Chief Inspector... will he win through, with so much stacked against him?

‘Inspector Drake’s Last Case’, written by David Tristram, is presented by the Regal Community Theatre in the intimate setting of the Regal Studio Theatre.

Wednesday 19th, Thursday 20th, Friday 21st, and Saturday 22nd June, at 7.15 p.m.

RCT’s latest production is fully underway and in rehearsal – and what a comic feast it is going to be!

A fast-moving farce with misdirection, slapstick and characters you probably shouldn’t be able to recognise, but probably do (well, just a little) …

Is Inspector Drake a quiet genius or hopelessly hapless? Is Sergeant Plod any help at all? Did Mrs Gagarin deserve to die on her patio that night?

And what of the suspects? Is Miss Duck a fashion designer or fiend? Did Mr Gagarin get on with his mother? What brought Mr Butler to the Gagarin residence that evening? And what about the cook, the gardener, and the butler? Are they the loyal retainers they claim they are?

Who is whom they seem? And who harbours a resentment so deep they will resort to murder?

Come and see Inspector Drake as he takes on household implements, dim assistants, flirtatious ladies, fruit and an obstreperous Chief Inspector... will he win through, with so much stacked against him?

‘Inspector Drake’s Last Case’, written by David Tristram, is presented by the Regal Community Theatre in the intimate setting of the Regal Studio Theatre.

Wednesday 19th, Thursday 20th, Friday 21st, and Saturday 22nd June, at 7.15 p.m.

RCT’s latest production is fully underway and in rehearsal – and what a comic feast it is going to be!

A fast-moving farce with misdirection, slapstick and characters you probably shouldn’t be able to recognise, but probably do (well, just a little) …

Is Inspector Drake a quiet genius or hopelessly hapless? Is Sergeant Plod any help at all? Did Mrs Gagarin deserve to die on her patio that night?

And what of the suspects? Is Miss Duck a fashion designer or fiend? Did Mr Gagarin get on with his mother? What brought Mr Butler to the Gagarin residence that evening? And what about the cook, the gardener, and the butler? Are they the loyal retainers they claim they are?

Who is whom they seem? And who harbours a resentment so deep they will resort to murder?

Come and see Inspector Drake as he takes on household implements, dim assistants, flirtatious ladies, fruit and an obstreperous Chief Inspector... will he win through, with so much stacked against him?

‘Inspector Drake’s Last Case’, written by David Tristram, is presented by the Regal Community Theatre in the intimate setting of the Regal Studio Theatre.

Wednesday 19th, Thursday 20th, Friday 21st, and Saturday 22nd June, at 7.15 p.m.

RCT’s latest production is fully underway and in rehearsal – and what a comic feast it is going to be!

A fast-moving farce with misdirection, slapstick and characters you probably shouldn’t be able to recognise, but probably do (well, just a little) …

Is Inspector Drake a quiet genius or hopelessly hapless? Is Sergeant Plod any help at all? Did Mrs Gagarin deserve to die on her patio that night?

And what of the suspects? Is Miss Duck a fashion designer or fiend? Did Mr Gagarin get on with his mother? What brought Mr Butler to the Gagarin residence that evening? And what about the cook, the gardener, and the butler? Are they the loyal retainers they claim they are?

Who is whom they seem? And who harbours a resentment so deep they will resort to murder?

Come and see Inspector Drake as he takes on household implements, dim assistants, flirtatious ladies, fruit and an obstreperous Chief Inspector... will he win through, with so much stacked against him?

‘Inspector Drake’s Last Case’, written by David Tristram, is presented by the Regal Community Theatre in the intimate setting of the Regal Studio Theatre.

Wednesday 19th, Thursday 20th, Friday 21st, and Saturday 22nd June, at 7.15 p.m.

After 2 amazing sell out shows during Beatles Fest Tenbury 23 - the Mersey Beatles will return to the Regal on Saturday 15 June 2024!

This show will sell out fast so grab tickets while you can!

The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out audiences around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely-acclaimed celebration of the greatest band of all time.

The band – who clocked up more than 600 appearances in a 10-year residency at Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club – brilliantly exude the inner and outer spirit of the original Fab Four.

And fans and plaudits include John Lennon’s own family.

Every Mersey Beatles concert is a hit-packed celebration from the ‘Mop Top’ hits of Beatlemania, through the psychedelic creativity of Sgt Pepper to the melodic wonder of the Fab Four’s later work such as ‘The White Album’ and Abbey Road.

At a glittering party in 18th-century Paris, the poet Andréa Chenier delivers an impassioned denunciation of Louis XVI. Five years later, the Revolution has given way to the Terror, transforming the power balance between Chénier, his beloved Maddalena, and Gérard, the man who could destroy him...

Jonas Kaufmann headlines David McVicar’s spectacular staging, under the baton of long-time collaborator Antonio Pappano – who conducts Giordano’s epic historical drama of revolution and forbidden love in his last production as Music Director of The Royal Opera.

Music Umberto Giordano
Conductor Antonio Pappano
Director David McVicar
Set Designer Robert Jones
Costume Designer Jenny Tiramani
Lighting Designer Adam Silverman
Movement Director Andrew George

Join us for a special celebration of Volunteer’s Week with a free screening of Fisherman’s Friends. This heartwarming film tells the tale of a London music executive who stumbles upon a group of singing Cornish fishermen during a stag weekend. Convinced of their potential to land a top ten hit, he faces the formidable challenge of persuading them to embrace their musical talents and step into the spotlight.

This event is our way of saying thank you to our dedicated volunteers and those in the Tenbury Wells community. It's a unique opportunity to enjoy a film that exemplifies the spirit of community and the power of believing in each other's talents. Don’t miss out on this blend of laughter, music, and heartfelt storytelling as we celebrate the invaluable contributions of volunteers.

Though this is a free event, pre booking of cinema tickets is essential for entry.

Returning to the Regal by popular demand!

Experience the best-ever Abba tribute act, widely acclaimed for captivating packed theatres and festivals across Europe. This stunning stage show boasts costume changes, dazzling lighting effects, and an authentic Abba sound reproduction. Prepare for a fantastic evening suitable for all ages, with the band encouraging audience participation — sing, clap, or dance along, or simply enjoy the show!

Be sure to book tickets early, as this band's concerts sell out rapidly, ensuring a memorable night out that you won't want to miss!

Charismatic, authentic and thoroughly entertaining, Lawrence Menard (USA) and Clare Quinn (AUS) are the transpacific-troubadours known as ‘Those Folk’. Since meeting in Scotland in 2012, they have travelled extensively together and are now based on the Sunshine Coast.

A partnership forged in the fires of folk music, their songwriting explores love, hope, belonging, and the human condition. Breathtaking vocal harmonies are featured alongside rich instrumental work performed on guitar, piano, accordion, mandolin & banjo.

Their sound is inspired by iconic duos such as Simon & Garfunkel. Those Folk make not just folk music, but music for all sorts of folk.

This event is unreserved seating in the Studio at the back of the main Regal Theatre and tickets are sold via the ShireFolk webpage.

Shire Folk is a multi-strand project to promote arts, artists, audience engagement & development, technical training, digital promotion of artists and venue sustainability across rural communities… which is quite a lot!

Shire Folk is bringing some of the finest emerging talent of the folk scene to the Marches region and we are very proud to be able to arrange for Those Folk to perform at the beautiful Regal Theatre in Tenbury Wells.

The peaceful village of Bebko is alive with joyous celebrations. Suddenly, under attack, everything changes forever. Three siblings, Leto, Mati and Tana, must embark on perilous journeys in order to survive.

Message In A Bottle is a spectacular new dance-theatre show from five-time Olivier Award nominee, Kate Prince, inspired by and set to the iconic hits of 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist Sting, including Every Breath You Take, Roxanne, Walking On The Moon and more. With a mix of exhilarating dance styles, high-energy footwork and breath-taking athleticism, Message In A Bottle tells a unifying and uplifting story of humanity and hope.

Message In A Bottle is the latest masterpiece from the ground-breaking creator behind West End hits Some Like it Hip Hop, Into the Hoods, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (choreography) and SYLVIA (Old Vic), and features the astonishing talents of dance storytelling powerhouse, ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company.

Director & Choreographer Kate Prince
Music & Lyrics Sting
Music Supervisor & New Arrangements Alex Lacamoire
Music Producer & Arranger Martin Terefe
Music Co-Producer & Mixer Oskar Winberg
Set Designer Ben Stones
Video Designer Andrzej Goulding
Costume Designer Anna Fleischle
Lighting Designer Natasha Chivers
Sound Designer David McEwan
Dramaturg Lolita Chakrabarti
Associate Choreographer Lukas McFarlane
Music Associate & Additional Arrangements D.J. Walde
Assistant Choreographers Tommy Franzen and Lizzie Gough

Join us at the Regal for an unforgettable evening of opera, songs and popular musical theatre hits. Enjoy a gala evening of beautiful arias, duets and ensembles by composers from Bizet to Sondheim, Mozart to Bernstein, Puccini, Verdi, and more!

Featuring a line-up of outstanding professional opera singers with soprano Erika Mädi Jones, mezzo soprano Bethan Langford, tenor Andrew Henley and bass-baritone Piran Legg, joined at the grand piano by pianist Charlotte Forrest. We are also delighted to announce that The Neen Sollars and Milson Community Choir will join our professional singers onstage to create an opera chorus for the occasion!

This evening is part of a weekend of events sponsored by Broughton Pianos (who are providing a beautiful Hailun semi-concert grand piano for the occasion) and is supported by the Malvern and District Council.

Whether you're a seasoned opera enthusiast or new to the genre, this evening promises to be a musical delight. Join us for a night of exquisite vocal performances that will resonate in your heart and soul.

Purchase your tickets now and immerse yourself in the world of opera at its finest. Don't miss this extraordinary event!

Meet the Talented Artists:

Soprano Erika Mädi Jones: A rising young dramatic soprano whose standout performance as Elisabeth in Wagner's Tannhäuser at Longborough Festival Opera garnered critical acclaim. Known for her commanding stage presence and versatility, she has taken on challenging roles such as Sieglinde in Die Walküre and Donna Anna in Don Giovanni. Erika's talent has graced prestigious UK festivals and solo recitals concert highlights include performing Wagner’s Wesendonck Lieder with the Royal Scottish National Symphony Orchestra.
www.erikamadijones.com

Mezzo-Soprano Bethan Langford: A graduate of the Guildhall School Opera Course, Bethan's career highlights include roles with English National Opera and Scottish Opera. She has also delighted audiences as the alto soloist in Smyth's Mass in D at the BBC Proms. Bethan's captivating performances have taken her to esteemed venues like the Royal Opera House and Wigmore Hall.
www.bethanlangford.com

Tenor Andrew Henley: Hailing from Monmouth, Andrew's journey from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama to the National Opera Studio has been marked by notable achievements, including the 2019 Dunraven Young Welsh Singer of the Year award. His operatic engagements span across Europe, and he's set to grace the Glyndebourne stage in the upcoming season.
www.andrewhenleytenor.co.uk

Bass-Baritone Piran Legg: With a Vocal Masters with Distinction and extensive opera experience, Piran has performed with prestigious orchestras and opera companies, including The London Symphony Orchestra, Garsington Opera and Scottish Opera. He's known for his ability to excel in both traditional and contemporary works, and his repertoire includes everything from Handel's "Messiah" to contemporary chamber operas. www.piranlegg.com

Pianist Charlotte Forrest: A Senior Vocal Coach for Glyndebourne Festival Opera and currently a regular member of visiting music staff for English National Opera, Grange Festival, Garsington Opera, Longborough Opera and Opera Holland Park, Charlotte spent 10 years as a member of music staff at Opera North and collaborated regularly with Sir Graham Vick for Birmingham Opera Company. Internationally, she has worked at the Bregenzer Festival, Estonian National Opera, Bergen Opera and L’Opera Comique in Paris.

She regularly gives masterclasses as a visiting lecturer and coach at the Royal Academy of Music, London, as well as the Royal Welsh College of Music and Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

Committed to bridging the divide between higher education and the profession, Charlotte has worked regularly for British Youth Opera, coached the Jerwood Young Artists at Glyndebourne, the Jette Parker Young Artists at the Royal Opera House, the Alvarez Young Artists at Garsington and has worked closely with the ENO Harewood Artists.

As a recitalist Charlotte is heard regularly on BBC Radio 3 and made her Wigmore Hall debut in 2011, going on to perform regularly there as well as at the Pisa Duomo, the Amsterdam Concertgebouw, Versailles and Paris Salle Pleyel. For nearly 20 years she has been Associate Keyboardist with the Monteverdi Choir and its orchestras, collaborating in over 30 projects with Sir John Eliot Gardiner.

In "The Fall Guy," directed by action maestro David Leitch, Ryan Gosling delivers a gripping performance as Colt Seavers, a stuntman on a high-stakes mission. Fresh off a near career-ending accident, Colt must track down a missing movie star and untangle a deep conspiracy—all while trying to win back the love of his life, played by Emily Blunt.

This thrilling love letter to the action genre not only highlights the perilous exploits stunt crews face for entertainment but also blends humor, romance, and high-octane action, showcasing the uncelebrated dedication behind the scenes.

Cast includes: Emily Blunt, Ryan Gosling, Hannah Waddingham

Following their success on 2018’s Britain's Got Talent, The D-Day Darlings were signed to Sony Music UK and their hugely successful debut Album “I’ll Remember You”, released on 9th Nov 2018 and re-released with 4 New songs for a special VE Day celebration edition on 8th May 2020 , charted at number 5 in the official album charts, receiving a Silver Disc award for sales of over 60,000 and is currently on track to receive a Gold disc, The D-Day Darlings are The Best Selling Female group to come from Britain's Got Talent, also receiving a BRIT CERTIFIED BREAKTHROUGH AWARD.

The group was formed in 2007 by founder and lead singer, Katie Ashby, after she recognised the importance of this music and how it resonates with people like no other genre of music. Katie explains, “To see how these songs affect people and how the melody and lyrics evoke such memories was truly eye-opening for me. It was this that made me want to build a career singing these timeless songs and bring back memories for so many people.”

The Darlings, originally formed as a trio, became an overnight success and the group’s popularity grew with young and old alike, so more Darlings were signed to join to the group, creating an army of girls to continue their mission of keeping the wartime spirit alive and into the new generation.

This opened up many opportunities for the Darlings to fulfil this mission, with milestone performances on MV Boudica for D-Day 75 commemorations in Normandy, BBC Radio 2 for Armistice Day Centenary celebrations and headlining a show attended by members of the Royal Family at Union Chapel in London, along with a number of TV and Radio appearances.

Katie also joined forces with The Royal British Legion, becoming official fundraisers for the RBL, raising thousands of pounds each year and when Dame Vera Lynn gave her endorsement of the group's work, The D-Day Darlings truly became the UK’s most loved sweethearts and their popularity grew even further.

After another of Katie’s dreams became a reality when meeting Dame Vera in person, Katie commented, “Vera Lynn is my biggest inspiration and I want to continue her legacy, both musically and as a woman who contributed so much during the war. To have her blessing to do so is overwhelming and an absolute honour.”

The quest to conSnue spreading the message of Remembrance into the modern and future generations also inspired Katie to form a young troupe of musical messengers, 'The D-Day Juniors', as seen on Britain’s Got Talent 2020, a group of performers aged between 6 and 17 years which brings original wartime-inspired songs to events nationwide.

British comedian, Lee Lard is simply one of the biggest tribute comedians around. With a cleverly sculpted show that is Peter Kay to a tee, he takes on the style of the comic and brings substance to the act, with his razor sharp wit and charismatic. The same nomadic attitude on stage is evident in Lee's charming and hilarious act. With over 10 years’ experience as a professional comic and 2500 performances under his belt, Lee is consistently rated among the top comic tribute acts in the country. Lee’s outstanding Peter Kay tribute is a perfect homage to the man Bolton on the map has now been enjoyed by thousands of fans throughout the UK and abroad.

Lee is a performer with a remarkable track record in providing first-rate entertainment in a variety of settings and at some of the most prestigious venues out there. His humour is fresh, original, contemporary, and versatile, and he is able to tailor his performance to suit any audience or occasion. Delivering his own hilarious Peter Kay style of stand-up, Lee builds on Peter Kay’s material as well as bringing well-known catchphrases and popular characters back from Peter Kay’s stunning set of sitcoms and sketches, such as Brian Potter from Phoenix Nights and Max from Max and Paddy’s Road to Nowhere.

From Leeds to London, Manchester to Majorca, Lee’s unique one-hour comedy extravaganza is a sell-out wherever he goes. Each year his popularity goes from strength to strength, with venues booking him back time after time. Lee is also a renowned compere and after-dinner speaker who is comfortable hosting events, sporting functions, and charity fundraisers.

He has impressed at holiday resorts, centres and hotels such as Pontins, Butlins, Hilton, Mitchells & Butlers Brewery and Tiffany’s hotel. He has amassed a list of corporate clients including Rolls Royce, the RAF and Boots and has entertained at the football terraces at Derby County, Crewe Alexandra and Sheffield Wednesday. Complete with stage banners, backdrop, costume changes and props, the show is guaranteed to satisfy even the most avid of Peter Kay fans. There is nothing Lee enjoys more than performing like his comic idol and his efforts are duly appreciated by all audience.

The American Society of Magical Negroes is a fresh, satirical comedy about a young man, Aren, who is recruited into a secret society of magical Black people who dedicate their lives to a cause of utmost importance: making white people’s lives easier.

Cast includes: Justice Smith, David Alan Grier, An-Li Bogan

King Leontes of Sicilia is crippled with an all-consuming jealousy when his friend, King Polixenes of Bohemia, stays with him and his wife Hermione. What follows is a tale where a marriage is destroyed, a child is abandoned and all hope is seemingly lost for two lovers.

Celebrating its tenth anniversary, The Winter's Tale is an award-winning modern ballet classic, packed with emotional turmoil heightened by Joby Talbot’s compelling score and Bob Crowley’s atmospheric designs.

Choreography Christopher Wheeldon
Scenario Christopher Wheeldon and Joby Talbot
Music Joby Talbot
Designer Bob Crowley
Lighting Designer Natasha Katz
Projection Designer Daniel Brodie
Silk Effects Designer Basil Twist
Conductor Koen Kessels
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
A co-production between The Royal Ballet and the National Ballet of Canada

For one night only Tenbury Town Band will perform a night of music from stage and screen. Over the past 40 years we have collected many film and show tunes which are always popular with our audiences and band members alike. We have everything from Aladdin to James Bond and Les Miserables to Pirates of the Caribbean. What will we choose......?

The concert starts at 7pm and will keep all the family entertained, an evening not to be missed!

A celebration of the most iconic – and much missed – homegrown star of the 21st century, BACK TO BLACK tells the extraordinary tale of Amy Winehouse. Painting a vivid, vibrant picture of the Camden streets she called home and capturing the struggles of global fame, BACK TO BLACK honours Amy’s artistry, wit, and honesty, as well as trying to understand her demons. An unflinching look at the modern celebrity machine and a powerful tribute to a once-in-a-generation talent.

Director: Sam Taylor-Johnson
Cast includes: Jack O'Connell, Marisa Abela, Eddie Marsan

Join us in the Regal Studio for the first of our FREE Jazz Nights at the Regal.

The Pancake Band was formed app 8 years ago. The repertoire consist of mainly original compositions of the pianist Stuart Goodhew. His genius musical mind produces colourful palette of compositions including standard swing, latin or funk. Just close your eyes and listen to hints of influence of jazz giants such as Bill Evans or Herbie Hancock. All supported by a superb band which will keep you moving, tapping your foot or smiling all the time.

While entry is complimentary, we kindly ask you to book your ticket in advance. This helps us ensure a great experience for everyone by managing attendance and keeping you informed of any updates.

SARAH (Shirley Henderson) and TOM (Alan Tudyk) are a married couple in terrible financial trouble. On the brink of losing everything, they’ve managed to find a buyer for their stylish London home. When their best friends RICHARD (Rufus Sewell) and BETH (Olivia Williams) come round for a final dinner, an uninvited old friend, JESSICA (Indira Varma), tags along.

After a seemingly trivial argument, Jessica hangs herself in the garden. Tom goes to call the police when Sarah realizes if the buyer finds out, the sale will collapse, meaning definite financial ruin for their family. The only solution - to convince Richard and Beth to take Jessica’s body to her flat and make it look like she killed herself there. If they’re clever enough about it, what could possibly go wrong?

Starring: SHIRLEY HENDERSON, RUFUS SEWELL, OLIVIA WILLIAMS, with INDIRA VARMA and ALAN TUDYK

The Manfreds will be appearing at The Regal Theatre, Tenbury Wells, on Saturday 4th May as part of their 60th Anniversary celebrations.

They are considered one of the finest and most respected bands from the 1960’s era and their numerous hits were not just ‘pop’ songs! Many were R&B based with an undercurrent of jazz - a very unusual but winning combination of playing style and substance.

As a result, their records have a timeless quality and, some 60 years on, The Manfreds, with original front man Paul Jones, will be performing many of their hits, including ‘Do Wah Diddy Diddy’, one of the most popular and instantly recognisable songs of the ‘60’s, and still the biggest audience pleaser at their concerts, along with a mix of Jazz and Blues covers and tracks from their individual solo albums.

Paul Jones, with his unique harmonica sound, will be joined by Tom McGuinness on guitar, Pete Riley on drums, Mike Gorman on keyboards, Marcus Cliffe on bass, and Simon Currie on saxophone/ flute.

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‘For those who worry that we are going to hell in a handcart, Parsons will at least make you enjoy the ride’ - The i.

As seen on Netflix, Amazon Prime, BBC iPlayer, Live At The Apollo & Mock The Week.

‘Hysterical’ - The Mirror
‘Very funny’ - The Times
‘Punchline King’ - The Guardian
‘Laugh Out Loud Funny’ - Sunday Telegraph

★★★★★ - The List
★★★★★ - The Scotsman
★★★★★ - The Herald
‘Surprisingly ripped’ - Rob Beckett

STRICTLY 14+ Likely to be swearing and adult content

Damiano Michieletto's sizzling new production evokes all the passion and heat of Bizet's score, which features Carmen’s sultry Habanera and the rousing Toreador song. Antonello Manacorda conducts an exciting international cast, with Aigul Akhmetshina performing the title role.

Music Georges Bizet
Conductor Antonello Manacorda
Director Damiano Michieletto
Set Designer Paolo Fantin
Costume Designer Carla Teti
Lighting Designer Alessandro Carletti
Orchestra of the Royal Opera House
Co-production with Teatro Real, Madrid and La Scala, Milan

After an amazing SELL OUT SHOW at the Regal in 2023 - Rebel Dean is Back By Popular Demand. Avoid disappointment and get your tickets now as this show will sell out!

The Award Winning "Whole lotta Shakin' - The Shakin' Stevens Story" has been voted the no.1 Winner by The National Tribute Awards for Best UK Tribute show 2017 and recently performed on BBC1's prime time Saturday night show "Even Better than the Real Thing" hosted by Paddy McGuinness.

The first half is the narrated story of Shaky's rise to fame from 1969 including hits made famous by Elvis, Eddie Cochran,Chuck Berry,Ritchie Valens and many more! The second half is a full concert based on Shaky's 40 hits (including the famous denims and pink jacket) as would have been seen during the late 80's including all the hits - "Green Door, This Ole House, Oh Julie,You Drive Me Crazy and many more.

Starring Rebel Dean (West End, London Palladium, That'll be the Day) with full live 5 piece band and projection screen including rare pictures and info.

If you've ever wondered what's behind the Green Door , now is your chance to find out!!

www.wholelottashakin.co.uk

The "Union Gap featuring Gary Puckett" or "Gary Puckett and the Union Gap" gained worldwide recognition when their first combined release “Young Girl” hit No.1 in the UK and No.2 in the USA. Next came “Lady Willpower” which hit No.5 in the UK and No.2 in the USA. Their next release “Woman Woman” only managed No.48 in the UK but hit No.5 in the USA. There were no further successful releases in the UK and in 1971 the “Union Gap” parted company with Gary Puckett.

In 1974 “Young Girl” was re-released in the UK and although Gary Puckett was now pursuing a career in acting along with his solo music projects, the new “Union Gap” was put together to promote the record in the UK and “Young Girl" was yet again a smash hit reaching No.6 in the UK charts. Eventually the band went their separate ways – all having great success recording and performing with many major artistes. The band were approached on numerous occasions to re-kindle the magic of the “Union Gap” but due to their individual contracts it was not possible, until in 1996 Mike Ellis (Keyboards & Vocals), Gerard Rogers (Drums & Vocals) and Barry Ruther (Guitar & Vocals) were able to launch the “New Union Gap” as a tribute to Gary Puckett bringing in the very talented - Tom Harding - on Bass Guitar / Lead Vocals.

The “New Union Gap” was an instant success on the 60’s circuit playing at all the major festivals, theatres and holiday centres throughout the UK and more importantly keeping the music of Gary Puckett and the Union Gap truly alive and vastly increasing airplay of their hit singles on Radio stations throughout the UK.

In December 2000 when Barry retired, Tom took on the role of Guitarist / Lead vocals, and the band recruited Simon Paul – a young and exceptionally talented musician / vocalist to take over on bass guitar & together with Tom kept the harmonies tight.

In 2006 Simon decided to depart & live in Fuerteventura & the band immediately recruited Graham James a talented bass guitarist with again a great vocal range & a wealth of experience.

January 2007 saw another change when the band welcomed the drums & vocal talents of Ian Tandy.

In March 2008 Graham James was made an offer he couldn't refuse which saw him leave the band & in came Paul Cornwell, another veteran of the 60s circuit with a pedigree second to none thus maintaining the Union Gap professionalism, musicianship & attitude.

The band has worked extensively to put together a repertoire of classic songs from the 60s to 90s, which they perform either in the original form or in their own unique style – many of which appear on their albums “This Time Around”, “Classics” & "By Request". The band have also devoted a great deal of time and effort to perfect their concert sound, which is always complimented wherever they appear.