1 February 2024 LEICS MAKE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024 – LEICS PLAY!

Leicestershire Music are back! Our three-day festival is packed with performances from over 1000 young people from Leicester and Leicestershire.Tuesday evening’s concert features the Leicestershire Schools Symphony Orchestra (LSSO), Bullfrog Taiko, a primary schools massed choir, the Leicestershire Music Big Band and Concert Band with pre-show performances from Leicester College Music students.You may also be interested in…Leics Make Music Festival 2024 – Leics Create! – Wednesday 24 April 2024Leics Make Music Festival 2024 – Leics Sing! – Thursday 25 April 2024…

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30 January 2024 JOOLS HOLLAND AND HIS RHYTHM AND BLUES ORCHESTRA

Musical maestro Jools Holland and his famous Rhythm and Blues Orchestra have announced their 2024 Autumn/Winter tour, with special guests Marc Almond and Toby Lee.From his years in the internationally acclaimed duo Soft Cell to the successful solo career that followed, Marc Almond has sold over 30 million records worldwide with his list of hit songs including Say Hello, Wave Goodbye, Touch, and, of course, Tainted Love. Marc has been awarded the Ivor Novello Inspiration Award and the Icon Award by Attitude Magazine. His collaborators include the likes of Gene Pitney, Tony Visconti and Burt Bacharach, as well as Jools, who Marc previously toured with in 2018.Audiences will also be treated to the supreme talent of blues guitar prodigy and social media sensation, Toby Lee. Described by Joe Bonamassa as “a future superstar of the blues”, Toby first came to public attention at 10 years old when he posted a get well soon jam for BB King which went viral with 5 million views in a week. Since then, he has gone on to perform in West End productions, winning Olivier and UK Blues Awards and showcasing his skills on TV and live performances around the world. Now joining Jools for every stop of the tour, audiences have a chance to see one of the world’s most promising blues guitarists in the flesh.Fans will be thrilled to hear that the shows will once again feature the incredible Ruby Turner and the outstanding vocals of Louise Marshall, and Sumudu Jayatilaka. Together…

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29 January 2024 THE ADVENTURES OF DOCTOR DOLITTLE

Doctor Dolittle leads a simple life as the village doctor in sleepy Puddleby-On-The-Marsh. He often undercharges his patients, or even treats them for free, so he is terribly poor. But one day, with the help of his wise old parrot Polynesia, he makes an extraordinary discovery: that he can talk to animals.As news of his talent as an animal doctor spreads, animals across the world send messages asking for his help. So he borrows a leaky old ship and embarks on a thrilling quest to cure illness, spread kindness, and better understand animals everywhere. He is joined on his adventures by a loyal animal crew: Jip (a dog), Chee-Chee (a monkey), Dab Dab (a duck), and Gub Gub (an ever-hungry, cake-loving pig) –who together may even help him fix his money problems once and for all!Hugh Lofting’s timeless classic celebrates the power of empathy and inspires audiences young and old to see the world through the eyes of animals. This funny, exciting new family musical is performed with flair and wit by Illyria in the great outdoors.Customer information– The gates will open from 1pm (an hour before the performance start time) so you can get settled and enjoy our gardens before the performance starts.– Please bring something to sit on – either a picnic rug or low-backed chairs.– You are most welcome to bring a picnic but we would prefer it if you didn’t bring glass on to the site.– Our bar will be open from 1pm serving a range…

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29 January 2024 THE BOOTLEG BEATLES

The act you’ve known for all these years…Regarded the world over as the gold standard of tribute, The Bootleg Beatles return to De Montfort Hall this December for another nostalgic whirlwind trip through the sixties.With fastidious attention to detail, and with a little help from their orchestral ensemble, the band spectacularly recreate the sound and look of the Fab Four through each iconic phase of their illustrious career with what can only be described as uncanny authenticity.Don’t miss this incredible musical and visual experience!“Less a tribute …more a reincarnation.” The Daily Telegraph.“Flawless.” Mojo.

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29 January 2024 THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES

Who killed Sir Charles Baskerville? Can anyone prevent the same fate befalling the young Sir Henry Baskerville? Is a monstrous hound really roaming Dartmoor? Why is someone systematically stealing Sir Henry’s shoes? And how does a ghostly hound manage to leave vast paw-prints and other unwelcome evidence of its existence? The original and greatest literary detective of them all, Sherlock Holmes, and his assistant Doctor Watson, tackle the most baffling case of their careers in this faithful, cheeky but chilling adaptation.Mystery and intrigue reach new heights as the legendary detective duo navigates the treacherous moors and the enigmatic curse that haunts the Baskerville family. From the eerie moonlit landscapes of Dartmoor to cryptic clues, this gripping adaptation promises an irresistible blend of tension and wit.Performed in the great outdoors by Illyria, prepare for an unforgettable evening of mystery, intrigue and things that go grrrr in the night!Customer information– The gates will open from 6pm (an hour before the performance start time) so you can get settled and enjoy our gardens before the performance starts.– Please bring something to sit on – either a picnic rug or low-backed chairs.– You are most welcome to bring a picnic but we would prefer it if you didn’t bring glass on to the site.– Our bar will be open from 6pm serving a range of alcoholic and soft drinks, hot drinks and snacks.– Toilets will be available inside the Hall.– There is level access to the seating area for this performance. Our toilets and…

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29 January 2024 GILBERT AND SULLIVAN’S THE GONDOLIERS

Set in picturesque Venice, this light-hearted operetta will whisk you away to a world of blissful romance, barbed satire and comedic chaos. Two charming gondoliers, Marco and Giuseppe, suddenly find themselves elevated to the status of royalty. Each tasked with choosing their Queen from a bevy of beautiful women, hilarity ensues when the rightful Queen arrives demanding to know which of the men is her husband. As the plot thickens and the absurdity reaches its peak, love triumphs, and the gondoliers discover that happiness lies not in noble titles but in the simplicity of true love.The witty lyrics of Gilbert and catchy melodies of Sullivan are expertly brought to life by Illyria, who have been captivating audiences all over the world for more than thirty years. Performed in the great outdoors, The Gondoliers promises an enchanting evening of laughter, music, and will leave you with a song in your heart. Featuring impeccable comedic timing and exuberant performances this is one Illyria production not to be missed.Customer information– The gates will open from 6pm (an hour before the performance start time) so you can get settled and enjoy our gardens before the performance starts.– Please bring something to sit on – either a picnic rug or low-backed chairs.– You are most welcome to bring a picnic but we would prefer it if you didn’t bring glass on to the site.– Our bar will be open from 6pm serving a range of alcoholic and soft drinks, hot drinks and snacks.– Toilets will…

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26 January 2024 RE-TAKE THAT

Re-Take That is the ultimate Take That party night, bringing the world’s biggest boy band’s greatest hits to life – live on stage.The stars are coming out tonight, and lighting up the sky tonight for you as, for one night only, the boys are Back for Good!All of Take That’s million sellers plus Robbie Williams’ massive solo hits feature – including Greatest Day, Let Me Go, Shine, Never Forget, Let Me Entertain You, Rock DJ, Love My Life, Angels and more.Created by Take That fans, for Take That fans – a lot of love and affection has been invested in musicianship, costumes, dance routines, stage craft and production values to provide audiences with the greatest day of our lives.Keeping you up all night, it’s time to Relight Your Fire and let Re-Take That entertain you in style. Don’t miss out on watching the world come alive tonight – it’s time to move your body now – and book your seats for the Greatest Day Of Our Lives… “Just like watching my mates on stage, brilliant! The attention to detail is amazing.” Take That’s Jason Orange“The best Take That tribute act you’ll ever see, they’ve got talent.” Declan Donnelly (Ant and Dec)“It’s great to see how much care and attention these guys have put into recreating the live Take That experience.” Take That lead guitarist Milton McDonald…

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26 January 2024 COUNTRY ROADS

Brand-new for 2024, from hit producers Entertainers… This is the Lost in Music of Country! Join us for a very special evening, celebrating country superstar royalty.Enjoy the very biggest country songs of all time; 9 to 5, The Gambler, Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, King of the Road, Crazy, Rhinestone Cowboy, Jolene, Dance the Night Away, Walkin’ after Midnight and many, many more.The stars of our hit show Islands in the Steam return in this brand-new production that’s now bigger bigger than ever! It’s a night like no other – join us for a celebration, live on stage, of the music of a generation… In one night of country classics.This is Country Roads!…

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23 January 2024 NISH KUMAR

In this election year – with the country in turmoil – there’s only one comedian who can kill the mood even further…Nish Kumar – one of The Guardian and The Telegraph’s 50 Best Comedians of the 21st Century – is back on tour with his brand new politically-charged stand-up show, Nish, Don’t Kill My Vibe.Expect jokes about climate collapse, income inequality and the emotional sensation of being a British Indian man who isn’t going to vote for a British Indian Prime Minister. It’s 80 minutes of sweet, sweet vibe killing, plus support act and interval.As seen and heard on The Mash Report, Taskmaster, Pod Save the UK, Live at the Apollo, Hold the Front Page and your favourite tabloid newspaper.“The smartest, and often the silliest, political comic we’ve got.” **** The Guardian“Kumar is a commanding, self-knowing storyteller who threads big jokes through even the knottiest moments… roaringly funny.” **** The Times…

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22 January 2024 SOUNDS OF THE 60s LIVE – HOSTED BY TONY BLACKBURN OBE

A string of extra shows have been added to the incredibly popular Sound Of The 60s Live tour, hosted by BBC Radio 2’s Tony Blackburn OBE.Every week, listeners across the UK tune into BBC Radio 2 to hear the legendary Tony Blackburn play the greatest songs of the 60s. Now, the legendary DJ will be taking his Sounds Of The 60s show on the road, for a UK tour celebrating the music of this much-loved decade.Featuring stories and songs from perhaps the most iconic 10 years in music, fashion and popular culture, the Sounds Of The 60s tour will bring to life memories of the era.The Sounds Of The 60s All-Star Band and singers will perform classic hits from the likes of Diana Ross and The Supremes, The Everly Brothers, Elvis, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Beach Boys, The Drifters, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and many more.With this year marking the 60th anniversary of his first broadcast on pirate radio station Radio Caroline South in 1964, Tony Blackburn is remembered as a defining voice of the 1960s. His incredible career has seen him present on BBC Radio 1, Top of the Pops, and since 2017 he has presented Sounds of the 60s on Radio 2, a hugely popular show on BBC Radio.A champion in particular of soul music throughout the 60s, Tony has been recognised with 37 awards to his name including two Gold Awards for Outstanding Contribution to Radio, becoming the first person in history to receive two…

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