A Melodic Journey through Time: Tribute Shows at Maddermarket Theatre
Prepare to be transported through a rich tapestry of musical eras at Maddermarket Theatre's stellar lineup of tribute shows in 2025. Featuring tributes to Motown legends, The Beatles, Steely Dan, Bon Jovi, Dire Straits, and an homage to 50 years of Fender guitars, these events promise to deliver nostalgia and artistry at its highest level. Over the coming months, audiences in Norwich, UK, will enjoy a series of concerts dedicated to celebrating the music and influence of these iconic artists and genres.
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown’s biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays tribute to the legendary artists that appeared on the Motown label at that time.
The rest of the show will include as many other massive songs as possible…She Loves you, I Want To Hold Your Hand, I Feel fine, Yellow Submarine, All You Need is Love, Penny Lane, Hey Jude, Something, Get Back and so many more.
Making a welcome return to the Maddermarket Theatre, this dynamic 10 piece will once again be ‘Reelin’ in the years’ performing a selection of songs from the canon of Steely Dan’s legendary catalogue including such wonderfully crafted classics as Rikki don’t lose that number, Josie, Peg, FM ( No static at all ), Haitian Divorce, Do It Again, Kid Charlemagne & many more!
The multi-award-winning Wrong Jovi are widely considered to be “the best Bon Jovi tribute band in the world” So much so, even former Bon Jovi guitarist, Richie Sambora, personally thanked the band for their hard work and unforgettable performances. In their 9 years of touring, the band have performed across the world and featured on the BBC prime-time TV show Even Better Than The Real Thing. In 2022, the band were announced as winner of the “Best Tribute Artist” Award at the National Entertainment Awards, having previously won the same award at the Northern Entertainment Awards.
“DSUK…in tribute to Dire Straits” began touring in 2016 and have quickly become regarded as the quintessential tribute band among Dire Straits fans with their incredible attention to musical and sonic detail, the humour, fun, and interesting history that they pack into their shows.
Spanning the instrument’s most important 5 decades, and featuring music from the likes of Bon Jovi, Dire Straits, Buddy Holly, The Shadows, Bryan Adams, Pink Floyd and many more alike, 50 Years of Fender will have the dancers in the aisles and the guitar fans mesmerised.
As Maddermarket Theatre prepares to host this spectacular lineup of tribute shows, it’s clear that 2025 will be a year of musical celebration and nostalgia. These events offer a fantastic opportunity to experience the energy and creativity of iconic artists through the lens of talented contemporary performers. Whether you're a Motown enthusiast, a Beatles fanatic, or a Dire Straits aficionado, there's something for everyone in this impressive series. So mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable musical journey through time.