What's On
|
Last Night of the PromsSunday 9th September - 7.30pmJoin us again along with Kirton Brass Band and guest singers Trevor Fenton and Deborah Haynes for our second Last Night of the Proms. |
The Time MachineDyad Productions presentFriday 14th September - 7.30pm In Rebecca Vaughan and Elton Townend Jones’ re-invention of HG Wells’ classic, a Victorian explorer travels through time into tomorrow, discovering the fate of our endeavours; uncovering our darkest fears… MORE INFO + TICKETS  |
|
|
Julie Mclelland and The Band from County HellSaturday 15th September - 7.30pmBack again for 2018 - book early to avoid disappointment. |
Madam ButterflyHeritage Opera presentsSaturday 22nd September - 7.30pm Heritage Opera, Northwest England’s professional touring opera company, returns to Blackfriars Theatre and Arts Centre with Puccini’s ‘Madame Butterfly’- the heartbreaking story of Cio Cio San, the Nagasaki geisha, and her unwavering belief that the husband who married, then deserted her, Lieutenant BF Pinkerton of the United States Navy, will one day return. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
The Comedy Tea HouseFriday 28th September - 8.00pmJoin us for the 4th Comedy Night of 2018. Four more different comedians are sure to make this a night to remember. |
DANCE KRAZY 2018Saturday 29th September - Sunday 30th September - 7.00pm, 2.30pm (2 Shows)Dance Krazy return to Blackfriars with their 2018 show. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
As You Like ItThe Pantaloons presentsThursday 4th October - Friday 5th October - 7.30pm (2 Shows) The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons return to Blackfriars with their innovative and hilarious version of Shakespeare’s timeless comedy, with folky, foot-stomping live music and their own inimitable brand of buffoonery. |
Crossing the TracksSaturday 6th October - 7.30pmWith repertoire drawn from country, blues, folk and classic rock and artists ranging from Rosanne Cash to Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor to Richard Thompson and Sheryl Crow to Fleetwood Mac, the seven performers have emerged as a critically acclaimed gigging band, each of them contributing their own style and experience to an eclectic and entertaining live set. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
VARIETY SOCIETYLili la Scala presentsFriday 12th October - 7.30pm Treat yourself to a date with international cabaret doyenne Lili la Scala (as seen on BBC1’s ‘All Together Now’) and her glittering cavalcade of Cabarati in this all new, old school variety show coming to Blackfriars Theatre. |
The Titfield ThunderboltCutwater Productions presentsWednesday 17th October - Saturday 20th October - 7.30pm (4 Shows) The classic Ealing comedy brought to glorious stage life, by Cutwater Productions. Are bureaucrats closing your railway? - run your own; is there no railway on stage? - get Cutwater to stir the imagination and you'll believe there is: both ways, you'll win. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
Richard DiganceThe Not Bad for his Age 2018 TourSunday 21st October - 7.30pm BAFTA Nominated entertainer Richard Digance returns to Blackfriars Theatre this October with his 'Not Bad for this Age Tour'. Always a great night out so book in advance. |
Rebellious Sisterhood - Votes for WomenBroad Horizons Theatre Company presentsSaturday 27th October - 7.30pm Brought to you by the popular Broad Horizons Theatre Company, this exciting play takes a rare glimpse behind the scenes at the private lives and the personal cost paid by the leaders of the Suffragettes. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
Dracula and FrankensteinTales in the DarknessWednesday 31st October - 7.30pm A brand new adaptation of classic tales interwoven with new original pieces, which will leave you thinking about it for years to come….. The perfect show for Halloween. Over 18’s Only |
Agatha Christie 'Love from a Stranger'Boston Playgoers Society presentsWednesday 7th November - Saturday 10th November - 7.30pm (4 Shows) This year Award Winning Boston Playgoers are celebrating their 90th year. Join them as they present this chilling psychological thriller - Agatha Christie' 'Love from a Stranger'. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
The Sound of MusicBOS Musical Theatre Group presentSaturday 17th November - Saturday 24th November - 2.30pm, 7.30pm (9 Shows) BOS Musical Theatre Group present the popular Rodgers and Hammerstein show - The Sound of Music |
Blackfriars Performing Arts FestivalSunday 25th November - 2.00pm, 6.00pm (2 Shows)This popular annual event is back showcasing our local talented children and students from numerous performing arts clubs in the area. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
Elf the Musical JRBlackfriars Theatre Academy presentThursday 29th November - Saturday 1st December - 7.00pm, 2.00pm (4 Shows) Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious fish-out-of-water comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity. |
CoppeliaVienna Festival Ballet presentsSunday 2nd December - 2.00pm, 5.00pm (2 Shows) Returning by popular demand, Vienna Festival Ballet’s production of Coppélia promises to delight audiences of all ages. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
ALADDINTony Peers presentsFriday 7th December - Wednesday 2nd January - 6.30pm, 11.00am, 2.30pm (37 Shows) Following last years record breaking production we are delighted to announce that this years pantomime will be Aladdin. Making a welcome return after his great success last year is one of Britains leading Dames Mark Two as Widow Twanky and the hugely popular Rollo as Wishee Washee in a fabulous, colourful production of Aladdin. |
A Christmas CarolThe Pantaloons presentsThursday 13th December - 7.30pm Back by popular demand The Pantaloons present their fabulous take on the classic A Christmas Carol MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
The Comedy Tea HouseFriday 14th December - 8.00pmThe final show of the year - Looking for something for your staff Christmas Party? Come and join us for a night of pure laughter. Suitable for over 18's only. |
The FanFare Big Bandwith vocalist Joanne ShieldsSaturday 19th January - 7.30pm Join The FanFare Big Band for another night of fabulous music and entertainment. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
|
Victorian Old Time Music HallSunday 27th January - 6.00pmJoin us again this year, sing a-long, dress up in Victorian style and be transported back to the early 1900's. This is a fund raising event supporting Blackfriars Theatre and the Butterfly Hospice. |
An Evening of Mediumship with Tony StockwellWednesday 30th January - 7.30pmTony Stockwell, Psychic Medium. Remarkably compelling, amazingly detailed and always humorous. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
|
