Exploring the Iconic Performances at Gladstone Theatre's 2025 Line-up
Gladstone Theatre's 2025 season is set to captivate audiences with a diverse range of performances, from the nostalgic sounds of Merseybeat to the timeless romance of Pride and Prejudice. Highlights include Aled Jones' return to the stage, a cheeky rendition of Calendar Girls, and the electrifying tribute acts to ABBA and Tina Turner. With something for every taste, this year's lineup promises unforgettable experiences filled with music, drama, and heartfelt moments.
‘In 1960s Liverpool, There’s a whole lotta shakin’ goin on in a backstreet beat cellar called the Cavern Club. This is Merseybeat, the sixties sound of the city, from the depths of Number 10, Mathew St. The ‘British Invasion’ starts here and during the next two years ‘Merseymania’ rules the world!’
So begins the most beloved of Jane Austen’s novels and one of the most famous love stories in the world. At a time when men hold all the cards, the only economic choice for Elizabeth Bennett and her four sisters is a suitable marriage. But when Elizabeth meets the wealthy and arrogant Fitzwilliam Darcy, first impressions are not favourable. Sparks will fly…
He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. Selling over seven million albums, Aled was the original, classical crossover star. His recording of Walking in the Air, from the animated film The Snowman, firmly established him as a household name and he has become an integral part of the nation’s festivities. Equally at home on the classical stage, or starring in musical theatre productions in London West End, his credits include lead roles in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and Irving Berlin’s White Christmas.
When Annie’s husband John dies of leukaemia, she and best friend Chris resolve to raise money for a new settee in the local hospital waiting room. They manage to persuade four fellow WI members to pose nude with them for an “alternative” calendar, with a little help from hospital porter and amateur photographer Lawrence.
A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves.
And they lived HOPPILY ever after… Kissing a frog has started a whole new kind of adventure for our heroic princess. Join professional pantomime company, TaleGate Theatre Productions, on a Mardi Gras adventure that is toad-ally wild!
This breathtaking recreation of a live Tina Turner concert celebrates the golden anniversary of the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll’s signature tune Proud Mary. Tina’s no-holds-barred take of the song established a reputation for fearsome live performances – and those never-ending legs! Early hits, including River Deep – Mountain High and Nutbush City Limits, were just a taste of what was to come. We Don’t Need Another Hero, Simply the Best, What’s Love Got to Do With It, I Don’t Wanna Lose You and When the Heartache is Over propelled Tina to stadium concert stardom.
The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including ‘Saturday Night at the Movies’, ‘You’re More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin’ In The Back Row’ and many more!
Get ready to boogie the night away as we take you on a magical journey delivering non-stop, chart-topping disco hits alongside our world class live band! We’re talkin’ Donna Summer’s sultry vibes, Earth, Wind & Fire’s cosmic funk, the Bee Gees’ silky harmonies, and Gloria Gaynor’s fierce diva power – all in one mind-blowing show!
Winner of hit ITV’s Starstruck 2022, Rachael has since gone on to perform to sell-out theatres across the world and secure several vocalist positions with Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, P&O Cruises and many more.
The 2025 lineup at Gladstone Theatre is a testament to the enduring power of performance art, offering something for every taste. Whether you're a fan of nostalgic music, timeless literature, or innovative theatre, these performances promise to engage and entertain. As audiences fill the seats, the theatre will undoubtedly become a hub of creativity and culture, leaving lasting impressions on all who attend.