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Tony Christie – A Life of Music: Celebrating 80 Years

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The legendary crooner continues to entertain audiences around the world with incredible showmanship, an unmistakable powerful vocal that has captivated generation after generation and a set list that packs a punch.

From one of the biggest selling singles of the past two decades Is This The Way to Amarillo, through to other classics including Avenues & Alleyways, Happy Birthday Baby, Walk Like A Panther, Las Vegas and I Did What I Did For Maria, through to brand new single Thank You For Being A Friend (Thank You Day charity single) and some show stopping covers from the late greats that helped shape the career of the humble veteran from Yorkshire.

Tony will be performing a select handful of shows along with his band in 2023/24 in commemoration of his milestone coming of age and a triumphant 50+ year career.

With no sign of faltering, Tony is living proof that age is just a number and there’s beauty in experience.

Henry Cole on Tour

Hosted by Steve Parrish

Henry will be taking a break in between his busy schedule to bring to provincial theatres his “An Evening with Henry Cole- Happy Days” theatre show hosted by his good friend and renowned prankster Steve “Stavros” Parrish.

Henry Cole was educated at Eton at the same time as Boris Johnson and David Cameron has gone on to forge a career spanning some 32 years in the TV and movie industry.

He is currently on TV presenting The World’s Greatest Motorcycle Rides (Discovery Quest), The Motorbike Show (ITV4), Shed and Buried (Discovery Quest), Find It, Fix It, Flog It (Channel 4), Find It, Fix It, Drive It (More4), Junk & Disorderly (ITV4) and The Great British Treasure Hunt (ITV4).

Steve will guide Henry through his incredible varied life covering stories about Henry’s battle with Heroin addiction between the ages of 19 and 24. He is now three decades clean but remains heavily involved in trying to help other addicts and share his experience in battling addiction.

Directing TV and Theatrical movies, including Mad Dogs and Englishmen starring Elizabeth Hurley.

Being the boss of Gladstone Motorcycles – not named after Henry’s great-great Uncle, William Ewart Gladstone the Prime Minister, but his great uncle Dick ‘Redbeard’ Gladstone, a true British eccentric who instigated Henry’s passion for classic British Motorcycle at the tender age of eight.

In 2013 Henry set a world land speed record for a pre-1955 750cc motorcycle, riding a Brough Superior and Gladstone on the Bonneville Salt Flats.

Henry has directed over 70 TV commercials for brands like Flora, Mastercard, Top Up TV, Dixons, TFL, Amstrad and many other household names.

As well as television presenting, Henry owns HCA Entertainment, the television production company, which makes all the shows he fronts … and a whole lot more he doesn’t.

HCA Entertainment has produced – and Henry has directed – countless factual series for broadcasters including ITV, Channel 4, Sky 1, Channel 5, UKTV, Travel Channel, Discovery Networks, NBC and BBC. These include Grimefighters, Kensington Wives, Men Brewing Badly, London’s Greatest Hits, Supersize Grime, The Skulls of Sanctuary, Frontline Stories, Discovering Gardens and The Real Filth Fighters!

Along with motorcycles Henry is passionate about fishing, classic tractors, cycling and most importantly his dog Jelly Bean, wife Janie and his two sons, Charlie and Tom!

If that’s not enough to entertain you then throw in host Steve Parrish , former British Motorcycling  champion. Team mate to Barry Sheene.  He holds five European Truck racing titles. He was a BBC commentator for Motor GP. Pundit for Eurosports, World Superbikes, British Superbikes and covering TT & Classic TT races.

Hayley’s Comic

After the sell-out success of her “The Invisible Mam” show in 2022, and four sell out dates at The Frog and Bucket Hayley Ellis is back with a brand-new show for “Hayley’s Comic”

It’s a show full of silly stories, observations and audience interactions. Including body confidence when ageing, family holidays, and dinosaurs.

As seen as Tour support for Sarah Millican, Jason Manford, Ellie Taylor and John Bishop. Nominated for best show at Buxton Fringe Festival.

Brilliantly funny and a joy to watch – Sarah Millican

Sharp, clever and very funny – The Sunday Post

An original and very funny lady – Funny Women

Hayley is a proper comic, funny, relatable & one to watch – Jason Manford

Guys and Dolls

Considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy, Musical Theatre Stafford bring Guys And Dolls to the Gatehouse Theatre this May!

Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, Guys And Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler Nathan Detroit tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend, nightclub performer Adelaide, laments that they’ve been engaged for 14 years.

Nathan turns to fellow gambler Sky Masterson for the dough, but Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary Sarah Brown. Guys And Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong.

So get yourself a ticket and join Musical Theatre Stafford as they take you back to the early 1950s for a night of fun and dancing with a cast of very talented Guys & Dolls.

Urban Folk Quartet

The Urban Folk Quartet are a four-piece contemporary folk band launched in June 2009. The band is composed of Joe Broughton, Paloma Trigás, Tom Chapman and Dan Walsh. To date, the band has released three studio albums and three live albums.
In an age where the word “folk” encompasses everything from acoustic pop to hardcore traditional music, the use of such labels to distinguish one musical experience from another has arguably been stretched farther than ever.

The Urban Folk Quartet’s distinguishing features have much less to do with the traditional idea of genre. Yes, this is fiddle-led music that draws heavily from celtic dance forms and traditional song but from there on in it is unlike any folk band you have ever heard. Just as English country dance unassumingly met with big band jazz musicianship in the mid 20th century, The UFQ’s approach to the folk ethos is to embrace any and every influence that genuinely makes sense of their time and place and makes sense in their music. From funk grooves to middle-eastern melodies, afrobeat to north Indian rhythms.

Name a Seat

Gatehouse Theatre Stafford Auditorium

Here’s your chance to become part of the furniture at the Gatehouse for the next 10 years, with our new ‘Name a Seat’ programme.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift for a loved one, mark a special moment, say thank you to a friend, or honour a fellow theatre lover, sponsoring a seat in the main auditorium is the perfect memento of happy hours spent at the Gatehouse down the years.

It might just be a memorable quote, or a tribute to your favourite act – the choice is yours.

Your support will make a big difference and help towards projects including our Gatehouse Youth Theatre groups, which give local youngsters their first taste of theatre, our Dementia Friendly Classic Film Afternoons, or our ongoing support for local community groups.

Simply choose what you’d like to say on your specially-engraved metal plaque and we’ll proudly display it on a seat of your choice for the next 10 years. The plaques are 76mm x 50mm Gilt Self Anodised aluminium plate, which can be engraved with up to four lines of text or a maximum of 75 characters.

Donations are £150 per seat (although you can add an extra amount if you wish).

You will also receive a downloadable Certificate of Thanks and a picture of the plaque in place (we will also happily arrange a visit to the theatre for you to grab your own photo).

So sponsor a seat today – and there’ll always be a part of you at the Gatehouse.

For further information, please contact the Box Office on 01785 619080.

An Evening with Laurel and Hardy presented by Neil Brand

“JOIN NEIL BRAND, COMPOSER, WRITER, BROADCASTER, MUSICIAN WITH HIS ALL-NEW SHOW ABOUT THE IMMORTAL COMEDY DUO”.

Neil Brand is acclaimed as the leading world expert on silent film and silent comedy, with his original composed music. He has been invited to appear & perform around the world in over 30 countries, appearing at major film festivals & theatres with his wonderful & unique insight into the birth of the early film industry & the geniuses involved.

From their earliest days on opposite sides of the Atlantic in Music Hall and on the stage, to their individual comedy films before they were paired up by Hal Roach, and on to their silent masterpieces before the arrival of sound, Neil will tell the touching story of the world’s greatest comedy team, who could not have been two more different men!

Fully illustrated with stills, clips (both silent and sound) and Neil’s superlative piano accompaniment and culminating in two of the Boys’ best silent short films, Big Business and Liberty, this is a show that promises gales of laughter throughout, as well as getting under the skin of two warm, funny men who continue to make the world laugh.

For more details visit www.thesilentpianistspeaks.co.uk

Paul Young – Behind The Lens

He’s been a major star for four decades. Paul Young broke into the big time 40 years ago when No Parlez went to number one and spawned iconic hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home). More success followed with the number one album The Secret Of Association and the worldwide hit Everytime You Go Away, not forgetting an appearance at Live Aid and more. Paul sustained that success – while having fun in his tex-mex band, Los Pacaminos. Now, on the 40th anniversary of No Parlez, he’s releasing a remarkable new record and publishing his extraordinary memoir; both called Behind The Lens. He’s touring the UK, too, where he’ll meet fans, sing songs and tell stories about his incredible career. It’s time to revel in the classic hits and learn the stories behind them as Paul steps out from Behind The Lens.

Celebrating Celine

The Ultimate Céline Dion tribute concert with an incredible full live band and starring the highly acclaimed vocalist January Butler.

With dazzling costumes, jaw dropping vocals and a sensational ‘live concert’ feel, this show will take you on a two hour electrifying journey through Céline’s life and career as we travel through four decades of hits.

Packed with Worldwide platinum selling hits including “It’s All Coming Back To Me Now”, “I’m Alive”, “Think Twice”, “My Heart Will Go On”, “That’s the Way It Is” “The Power of Love” “River Deep, Mountain High” and many more hit songs and arrangements performed by January who has taken her years of studying the movements, mannerisms and intricate detail of Queen Céline and packaged everything into a show which is only second to the real thing.

This show has it all and no one else comes close to recreating the sound, look and feel of this incredibly loved and admired global megastar with as much passion and brilliance.

With phenomenal powerhouse vocals and incredible live band accompaniment lead by the legendary musical director Andy Mudd this is a show not to be missed. So don’t ‘Think Twice’, book your tickets today and don’t miss out on the ‘Power of Love’

This is a tribute show production and is in no way affiliated with any original artistes, estates, management companies or similar shows.

The Rolling Clones

Get ready to rock ‘n’ roll like never before! Witness the electrifying energy and timeless hits of The Rolling Stones as the world-famous live tribute band, The Rolling Clones, take the stage.

Experience the magic and authenticity as The Rolling Clones pay homage to one of the greatest rock bands of all time. From “Satisfaction” to “Paint It Black,” “Start Me Up” to “Sympathy for the Devil,” prepare for an unforgettable night of classic tunes that have defined generations.

Indulge in the incredible musicianship, incredible vocals, and the iconic swagger that made Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and the rest of The Rolling Stones legendary. The Rolling Clones have captivated audiences around the globe with their uncanny resemblance and impeccable renditions, and now they’re ready to bring the house down!

Whether you’re a die-hard Rolling Stones fan or simply love good ol’ rock ‘n’ roll, this is an event you don’t want to miss. Gather your friends, let loose, and sing along to the anthems that have shaped rock history.