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Simon Fowler: The Ocean Colour Scene Songbook... and beyond...
Sunday 2nd May 2027
He’s the singer/songwriter who wrote the tunes for the Britpop generation. Simon Fowler, frontman for Ocean Colour Scene, penned The Riverboat Song, The Circle, The Day We Caught The Train, Moseley Shoals and many, many more. Lining up alongside Oasis at Knebworth, he took his band from Birmingham to the height of 1990s fame. Writing the seminal, triple-platinum Moseley Shoals, as well as the number one follow-up, Marchin’ Already, Fowler will relive his best work during an evening of classic songs and stories.
Simon Fowler: The Ocean Colour Scene Songbook... and beyond...
Sunday 2nd May 2027
He’s the singer/songwriter who wrote the tunes for the Britpop generation. Simon Fowler, frontman for Ocean Colour Scene, penned The Riverboat Song, The Circle, The Day We Caught The Train, Moseley Shoals and many, many more. Lining up alongside Oasis at Knebworth, he took his band from Birmingham to the height of 1990s fame. Writing the seminal, triple-platinum Moseley Shoals, as well as the number one follow-up, Marchin’ Already, Fowler will relive his best work during an evening of classic songs and stories.
Ronnie, Reggie & Me with Fred Dinenage
Wednesday 5th May 2027
***ON SALE MONDAY 3RD AUGUST***
The definitive insight into the real lives of Britain’s most notorious gangsters.
For decades, they ruled the London underworld with fear and violence. But in 1969, the reign of Ronnie Kray and Reggie Kray came crashing down when both were sentenced to life imprisonment at the Old Bailey.
Reggie would spend years behind bars in some of Britain’s toughest prisons, while Ronnie was confined to Broadmoor, his mental illness controlled only by heavy medication.
Ronnie, Reggie & Me with Fred Dinenage
Wednesday 5th May 2027
***ON SALE MONDAY 3RD AUGUST***
The definitive insight into the real lives of Britain’s most notorious gangsters.
For decades, they ruled the London underworld with fear and violence. But in 1969, the reign of Ronnie Kray and Reggie Kray came crashing down when both were sentenced to life imprisonment at the Old Bailey.
Reggie would spend years behind bars in some of Britain’s toughest prisons, while Ronnie was confined to Broadmoor, his mental illness controlled only by heavy medication.
Beautiful Day - One Night of U2
Thursday 6th May 2027
Get ready for a full-throttle celebration of one of the world’s greatest rock bands. Recreating the electrifying sounds of U2, Beautiful Day is a brand-new, power-packed production.
Expect an explosive performance, soaring vocals and the stadium-sized hits that defined a generation, from With or Without You and Where the Streets Have No Name to Vertigo and, of course, Beautiful Day.
Beautiful Day - One Night of U2
Thursday 6th May 2027
Get ready for a full-throttle celebration of one of the world’s greatest rock bands. Recreating the electrifying sounds of U2, Beautiful Day is a brand-new, power-packed production.
Expect an explosive performance, soaring vocals and the stadium-sized hits that defined a generation, from With or Without You and Where the Streets Have No Name to Vertigo and, of course, Beautiful Day.
Nik Kershaw: Musings and Lyrics
Friday 7th May 2027
An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik Kershaw.
Nik Kershaw exploded onto the UK pop scene in 1984. A string of global hit singles including ‘Wouldn’t it Be Good’, ‘The Riddle’ and ‘I Won’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me’ saw him languish for 62 weeks on the UK Singles Chart, making him the UK's biggest selling solo artist that year. In 1985, he performed at Live Aid.
Nik Kershaw: Musings and Lyrics
Friday 7th May 2027
An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik Kershaw.
Nik Kershaw exploded onto the UK pop scene in 1984. A string of global hit singles including ‘Wouldn’t it Be Good’, ‘The Riddle’ and ‘I Won’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me’ saw him languish for 62 weeks on the UK Singles Chart, making him the UK's biggest selling solo artist that year. In 1985, he performed at Live Aid.
The Real Thing
Sunday 16th May 2027
THE REAL THING with original vocalists CHRIS AMOO & DAVE SMITH enjoyed success in both the 70’s & 80’s with 3 Top 10 singles. The No 1 Hit ‘YOU TO ME ARE EVERYTHING’, ‘CAN’T GET BY WITHOUT YOU’ & ‘CAN YOU FEEL THE FORCE’ are all tracks that still feature daily on all the major UK Radio stations. They also have around two million plays or more on Spotify each month.
THE REAL THING are undoubtedly still a force to be reckoned with.
The Real Thing
Sunday 16th May 2027
THE REAL THING with original vocalists CHRIS AMOO & DAVE SMITH enjoyed success in both the 70’s & 80’s with 3 Top 10 singles. The No 1 Hit ‘YOU TO ME ARE EVERYTHING’, ‘CAN’T GET BY WITHOUT YOU’ & ‘CAN YOU FEEL THE FORCE’ are all tracks that still feature daily on all the major UK Radio stations. They also have around two million plays or more on Spotify each month.
THE REAL THING are undoubtedly still a force to be reckoned with.
The Johnny Cash Roadshow 2027
Wednesday 19th May 2027
More information coming soon!
*Please note that tickets cannot be refunded.
Full seating information can be found by visiting THEATRE INFO on our website.
Tickets booked after 1st April 2025 will include a small restoration levy of £1.50 to support ongoing maintenance and significant restoration projects at the Playhouse theatre.
The Johnny Cash Roadshow 2027
Wednesday 19th May 2027
More information coming soon!
*Please note that tickets cannot be refunded.
Full seating information can be found by visiting THEATRE INFO on our website.
Tickets booked after 1st April 2025 will include a small restoration levy of £1.50 to support ongoing maintenance and significant restoration projects at the Playhouse theatre.
The Overtones - Up Close and Personal
Friday 21st May 2027
Get closer than ever to the UK’s favourite vocal harmony group, The Overtones, as they return in 2027 with their Up Close and Personal hit tour.
Known for their slick dance routines, pitch-perfect vocals and effortless charm, this ‘awesome foursome’ is back with a show that’s both intimate and packed with feel-good energy.
Alongside the tight vocal arrangements and show-stopping performances, Mike, Mark, Darren and Jay will share personal stories from their journey, offering a rare glimpse behind the music.
The Overtones - Up Close and Personal
Friday 21st May 2027
Get closer than ever to the UK’s favourite vocal harmony group, The Overtones, as they return in 2027 with their Up Close and Personal hit tour.
Known for their slick dance routines, pitch-perfect vocals and effortless charm, this ‘awesome foursome’ is back with a show that’s both intimate and packed with feel-good energy.
Alongside the tight vocal arrangements and show-stopping performances, Mike, Mark, Darren and Jay will share personal stories from their journey, offering a rare glimpse behind the music.
Brendan Cole & James Jordan: Dance Rebels
Sunday 23rd May 2027
The Original Bad Boys of the Ballroom. Unchained! Unscripted! Unstoppable!
Brendan Cole and James Jordan are the original bad boys of ballroom. The Strictly Come Dancing icons are TV royalty. Brendan was the first Strictly Champion, winning the debut series in 2004, while James secured a second and third place finish, making the final twice during his eight-year run.
The boys’ post-Strictly careers have been just as thrilling. Brendan and James are the double act who won’t be muzzled and whose opinions light up our screens.
Brendan Cole & James Jordan: Dance Rebels
Sunday 23rd May 2027
The Original Bad Boys of the Ballroom. Unchained! Unscripted! Unstoppable!
Brendan Cole and James Jordan are the original bad boys of ballroom. The Strictly Come Dancing icons are TV royalty. Brendan was the first Strictly Champion, winning the debut series in 2004, while James secured a second and third place finish, making the final twice during his eight-year run.
The boys’ post-Strictly careers have been just as thrilling. Brendan and James are the double act who won’t be muzzled and whose opinions light up our screens.
Nostalgia starring Tom Ball
Thursday 27th May 2027
Britain’s Got Talent star Tom Ball returns with Nostalgia - a powerful celebration of timeless hits, movie classics and West End favourites. Fresh from his No.1 single ‘Timeless’ with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Tom delivers soaring vocals, heartfelt stories and an unforgettable evening of music.
Reviews:
“One of the best singers we’ve had in 16 years” – Amanda Holden
*Please note that tickets cannot be refunded.
Nostalgia starring Tom Ball
Thursday 27th May 2027
Britain’s Got Talent star Tom Ball returns with Nostalgia - a powerful celebration of timeless hits, movie classics and West End favourites. Fresh from his No.1 single ‘Timeless’ with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Tom delivers soaring vocals, heartfelt stories and an unforgettable evening of music.
Reviews:
“One of the best singers we’ve had in 16 years” – Amanda Holden
*Please note that tickets cannot be refunded.
Chris Difford: An Intimate Evening of Stories and Songs with the Co-Founder of Squeeze
Friday 28th May 2027
Chris Difford co-wrote the classic Squeeze hits Cool For Cats, Up The Junction, Labeled with Love, Tempted, and Black Coffee In Bed, alongside Squeeze co founder Glenn Tilbrook. He has co written with Elton John, Jools Holland and worked along side such great people as Bryan Ferry while hosting songwriting workshops for over 30 years. He'll be touring in Spring 2027, armed with a new book, for an evening of classic hits hilarious conversation and readings from the book itself.
Chris Difford: An Intimate Evening of Stories and Songs with the Co-Founder of Squeeze
Friday 28th May 2027
Chris Difford co-wrote the classic Squeeze hits Cool For Cats, Up The Junction, Labeled with Love, Tempted, and Black Coffee In Bed, alongside Squeeze co founder Glenn Tilbrook. He has co written with Elton John, Jools Holland and worked along side such great people as Bryan Ferry while hosting songwriting workshops for over 30 years. He'll be touring in Spring 2027, armed with a new book, for an evening of classic hits hilarious conversation and readings from the book itself.
