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Unseen Cinema – Blood Tea and Red String

Blood Tea and Red String – with live musical accompaniment performed by Rosie Brownhill

Blood Tea and Red String is a surreal handmade stop-motion fairy tale for adults created and animated entirely by director Christiane Cegavske over a period of 13 years. It tells the story of aristocratic white mice who commission gentle oak dwelling artisans to create a doll for them. When the Oak Dwellers fall in love with the doll they refuse to give her up. Resorting to thievery, the jilted mice abscond with her in the middle of the night. The Oak Dwellers must journey through their mystical and dangerous land to reclaim their love.

The film is dialogue-free, which has enabled it to reach audiences worldwide and allows viewers to find their own interpretations of the story. This special screening will include a live musical accompaniment by Rosie Brownhill, a folk and traditional inspired multi-instrumentalist from Staffordshire. Rosie will be accompanying the film with new musical material, playing a mixture of instruments including penny whistles, finger style guitar, and chord organ.

 

A Joke

An Englishman, an Irishman and a Scotsman . . .

It sounds like the start of a joke. It is! A Joke is a hilarious and thoughtful hit play from multi-award-winning writer Dan Freeman (Dr Who: Death Comes to Time; The Minister of Chance; Mundo Jazz).

A Joke tells the story of three strangers who appear in the middle of nowhere with no memory of who they are. However, they soon discover that one is an Englishman, one is an Irishman, and the third is… well, Scottish-ish. As they try to work out the mystery of their existence, the suspicion begins to dawn that they may be characters in a joke.

The play has been praised for its pondering on the meaning of existence, as well as a stream of brilliant one-liners. The British Theatre Guide described it as “The Gold Standard” and “a don’t miss”; the Edinburgh Evening News as “a comic masterclass”; and The Fringe Review “a privilege to witness”.

“Sharp, satirical and effortlessly amusing” – The Stage

“Hilarious…a break-neck hour of exhilarating theatre” – International Times

John Power – Cast, The La’s and Me

John Power is part of the Liverpudlian tradition that spawned The Beatles, Echo & The Bunnymen, The La’s, and his own band, Cast. The latter were multi-platinum Britpop stars, enjoying platinum-selling albums All Change & Mother’s Nature’s Call, as well as seven Top Ten hits with Flying, Free Me, Sandstorm, Walkaway, and more. Power will explore his extraordinary career in an acoustic-based show featuring hits alongside tales of the band’s wild and successful Britpop years. There will be music, chat, and meet’n’greets before each show, as well as audience Q&As.

Swan Lake performed by The Imperial Ballet

Imperial Classical Ballet presents Swan Lake – a timeless ballet with exquisite dancing.

Featuring live Orchestra with over 30 musicians.

After last year’s successful performance of The Nutcracker at the Gatehouse, Imperial Classical Ballet returns this year  to enchant you with the delightful production of Swan Lake.

Swan Lake is a tale of two young women, Odette and Odile, who resemble each other so strikingly that one can easily be mistaken for the other.
Swan Lake is the compelling legend of a tragic romance in which a princess, Odette, is turned into a swan by an evil curse. Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful young woman he is instantly captivated – will his love prove strong enough to break the evil spell that she is under?
From the opulent splendour of the palace ballroom to the moonlit lake where majestic swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all.

Swan Lake captures, like no other ballet, the full range of human emotions – from hope to despair, from terror to tenderness, from melancholy to ecstasy.

A wonderful evening out, the memories of which you will cherish long after the final curtain falls!

 

Classic Film Afternoon – The Seven Year Itch

When his family go away for the summer a hitherto faithful husband with an overactive imagination is tempted by a beautiful neighbour.

Mind you, the neighbour is Marilyn Monroe in one of her most famous roles . . !

Includes a hot drink and a cake and a cake from our theatre cafe. Food served from 12noon, film starts at 1.00pm.

£6.00 per ticket, £10.00 for two.

Musical Theatre Stafford presents 9 to 5 The Musical

Join Musical Theatre Stafford as they set up office in Stafford Gatehouse!

9 To 5 The Musical, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic.

Pushed to the boiling point, three female co-workers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot!

While Hart remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down.

Hey, a girl can scheme, can’t she?

GROUP DISCOUNT AVAILABLE: 10% off 10 or more tickets – applied automatically at checkout.  

Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons – Work in Progress

Join Jason as he steps back on stage at the Gatehouse to try out brand new material ahead of his UK & Ireland Arena Tour.

Jason’s been busy since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally-acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit.

‘Big Night of Musicals’ (ITV1), ‘New Year’s Eve Show’ (ITV1), Waterloo Road (BBC One) ‘Starstruck’ (ITV1), ‘First & Last’ (BBC One), ‘The Masked Singer’ (ITV1), ‘What Would Your Kid Do?’ (ITV1), ‘Olivier Awards’ (ITV1), ‘Scarborough’ (BBC One), ‘8 out of 10 Cats’ (Channel 4), ‘The Nightly Show’ (ITV1), ‘Sunday Night at the Palladium’ (ITV1), ‘Live at the Apollo’ (BBC One), ‘Have I Got News For You’, (BBC One), QI (BBC Two) and ‘The Royal Variety Performance’ (ITV1) have all helped establish Jason as a nationally known comic.

“Effortlessly entertaining” **** Evening Standard

“He’s blessed with the sort of laid-back charm and sharp turn of phrase you can’t manufacture” **** Daily Telegraph

“Engaging and Witty”  The Sunday Times

“Manford, in short, is a total pro.” The Times

“Manford successfully straddles the line between contemporary stand-up and old-school mainstream entertainment.” The Guardian

“…you’ll doubtless love this show” Manchester Evening News

14+ age guidance

I Like It – The Ultimate Tribute to Gerry Marsden and the Swingin’ 60s

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

After a hugely successful visit to the Gatehouse last year, Gary Murphy and his multi-talented band return with their amazing set of classic 60s songs and stunning visuals.  This swingin’ 60s show features hit songs by Gerry & The Pacemakers, The Beatles, Cilla Black, The Searchers, Cliff & The Shadows, Elvis Presley, Ike & Tina Turner, Dusty Springfield, The Merseybeats, The Swingin’ Blue Jeans and The Hollies. Plus… many more.

Gary Murphy has worked closely with many of the Merseybeat legends including Gerry Marsden (The Pacemakers), Mike McCartney (Scaffold), Mike Pender’s (Searchers), Tony Crane, Billy Kinsley (The Merseybeats) and Ray Ennis (The Swingin’ Blue Jeans), James Burton (Elvis Presley), Pete Best, Dave Berry (The Cruisers). Gary Murphy also tells personal anecdotes of his times performing live with the Merseybeat stars. The show also features special guest artists.

‘I LIKE IT’ is a 60s show you will not want to miss.

‘You’ve seen other shows, but these guys take things up a level. Five stars – absolutely outstanding.’

Celine – My Heart Will Go On

Step into the world of Celine Dion like never before with My Heart Will Go On, a breathtaking concert experience that brings the legendary singer’s iconic hits to life.

This electrifying production has been wowing audiences across Europe for four years, earning critical acclaim and rave reviews for its powerhouse performances and unforgettable musical journey.

Featuring a sensational live band, My Heart Will Go On takes concertgoers on a thrilling ride through four decades of Celine Dion’s greatest songs.

From timeless classics like The Power of Love and It’s All Coming Back to Me Now to the soulful All By Myself and the unforgettable ballad My Heart Will Go On, each performance captures the magic and heart of Celine’s unparalleled career.

A must-see for fans and music lovers alike, this celebration of Celine Dion’s music promises to leave you inspired, moved, and filled with the energy of her extraordinary legacy.

Don’t miss your chance to experience the music that has touched hearts around the world.

An Evening With Jimmy Tarbuck

After more than 60 years at the very top of his profession Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen.
Featuring a huge collection of anecdotes and video clips highlighting a fabulously glittering career, from going to school with John Lennon to playing golf with Bing Crosby and of course his rise to fame hosting Sunday Night at the London Palladium.
Stories that retell the incredible journey of a true national treasure.