Step into a world of magic, music, and drama as the Gladstone Theatre unveils an enchanting series of performances. From the heartwarming tale of Buddy the Elf to the timeless romance of Pride and Prejudice, this theatre season offers something for everyone. Revel in the festive cheer of 'Elf - The Musical', share a laugh with 'Father Christmas Needs A Wee!', and experience the classic enchantment of 'Cinderella'. Let the melodies of the Motown era transport you back in time, and delve into the gripping narrative of 'The Dresser'. Each performance promises a unique journey, filled with creativity and passion.

A Theatrical Wonderland: Captivating Performances at Gladstone Theatre

Get ready to immerse yourself in an array of captivating performances at the Gladstone Theatre. From musical tributes and classic plays to lively pantomime adventures, this season's lineup promises something for everyone. Whether you're a fan of Motown, ABBA, or the dramatic works of Jane Austen, the Gladstone Theatre is set to host an unforgettable series of events that will have you singing, laughing, and connecting with iconic stories in new ways. Secure your tickets for a season of entertainment that spans through generations and genres.

Experience a Smorgasbord of Theatrical Delights at Gladstone Theatre

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.

Exploring the Iconic Performances at Gladstone Theatre's 2025 Line-up

Gladstone Theatre is all set to kick off 2025 with a lineup that promises an eclectic mix of nostalgia, powerful performances, and toe-tapping tunes. From Aled Jones' timeless vocals to a vibrant tribute to ABBA, there's something for everyone in this year's series of events. Theatre enthusiasts can look forward to heartwarming stories, lively concerts, and tributes to legendary artists like Tina Turner and The Beatles. Join us as we delve into what makes these events at Gladstone Theatre a must-attend for art and music lovers.

A Journey Through Time and Tunes: Gladstone Theatre's 2025 Lineup

Step into the world of outstanding performances at the Gladstone Theatre, where an eclectic mix of music, theatre, and tribute acts awaits. From the angelic voice of Aled Jones to the captivating Calendar Girls, the Gladstone Theatre offers a diverse array of events that promise to entertain and inspire. Join us as we take a closer look at the upcoming performances, each offering a unique glimpse into the world of art and culture, with a line-up that includes tributes to ABBA, Tina Turner, and The Drifters.

Gladstone Theatre's Cultural Extravaganza: A Spectacle of Music and Theatre

The Gladstone Theatre is gearing up for a sensational lineup of events, celebrating some of the most iconic figures and moments in music history. From the electrifying beats of disco legends to heartfelt tributes to rock and pop pioneers, this series promises to captivate and entertain. Featuring a diverse array of performances, including 'Ahh… Freak Out!', 'So Cher', 'Heaven Can Wait – A Tribute to Meat Loaf', 'Beatles Complete', and 'Kerry Ellis – Queen Of The West End', audiences are in for an unforgettable experience filled with nostalgia and musical excellence.

A Spectacular Showcase: Music Legends and Iconic Tributes at Gladstone Theatre

Prepare yourself for an eclectic musical voyage as Gladstone Theatre unveils its 2025 line-up featuring groundbreaking performers and tribute acts that span genres and decades. From disco's heyday with 'Ahh… Freak Out!' to the legendary echoes of 'Beatles Complete,' this series promises to be a sonic celebration. The line-up also includes the sensational Rachael in 'So Cher' and the theatrical powerhouse Kerry Ellis, aptly named the 'Queen of the West End'. Each event offers a unique experience, celebrating the essence of each legendary artist and era.

Gladstone Theatre's 2025 Line-Up: An Unforgettable Journey Through Music's Rich Tapestry

Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in musical theatre’s biggest roles, making shows her own and earning her numerous awards. Her list of credits is remarkable and also includes Oliver!, Cats, Miss Saigon, Chess, The War Of The Worlds, and Anything Goes, among many others.

Kerry Ellis – Queen Of The West End

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This Liverpool based ‘beat combo’ are the youngest ever Beatles band to gain a residency at the Cavern Club in Liverpool where they still perform every Thursday and Saturday, packing the club out and creating a unique Beatles vibe. All four members are accomplished multi-instrumentalists allowing them to span right across The Beatles’ recording history, from Please Please Me right through to Let It Be.

Beatles Complete

Heaven Can Wait – A Tribute to Meat LoaF

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.

So Cher

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!

Ahh… Freak Out!

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!

The Drifters

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.

Totally Tina

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!

The Frog Prince

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.

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute

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.

Calendar Girls

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.

Aled Jones – Full Circle

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…

Pride and Prejudice

‘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!’

This is Merseybeat

It’s the show night out not to be missed – wowing crowds in Blackpool since 2014, and now touring the country – OH WHAT A NITE! is a different style of tribute show to any other that you will have seen or heard of before.

The Jersey Beats - Oh What a Nite!

Sir, the last of the great, but dying, breed of English actor-managers, is in a very bad way tonight. As his dresser tries valiantly to prepare him to go on stage as King Lear, Sir is having great difficulty remembering who and where he is, let alone Lear’s lines. With a Herculean effort on the part of Norman, the dresser, Sir does finally make it on stage, and through the performance. During its long West End run the play starred Tom Courtenay and Freddie Jones.

The Dresser

A Night To Remember: Motown Show takes you back in time to 1960’s Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy show, packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time. Starring The Voice UK finalist, Bizzi Dixon, and backed by the soulful vocal dynamics of The Motown Divas, this musical celebration is sure to have you singing along and dancing in the aisles and the streets. Don’t look any further! Reach out and grab your ticket to find out just how sweet it is to party all night long. This live show is guaranteed to be a night to remember!

A Night To Remember Motown Show

When Snow White’s father dies, the Kingdom is left to rule by her evil step-mother – the Wicked Queen – who, along with her Henchman are overcome with jealousy when her Magic Mirror declares Snow White as the fairest in the land! Will Snow White get her happily ever after, or will the Wicked Queen finally prevail!?

Snow White

Having recorded over 30 albums, and recently being one of the headline acts at The Great British Folk Festival, their single “Wild Mountain Thyme” recently reached Top 40 in the Heritage Charts Top 40 and is set to be featured in the upcoming film “Between Weathers“.

The Houghton Weavers

Can one shoe really change your whole life!? Come and find out as Dreamworld Entertainments return this Christmas with everyone’s favourite magical pantomime ‘Cinderella’.

Cinderella

Father Christmas is on his rounds… and he needs a WEE! At every house Father Christmas eats and drinks the tasty treats that have been left for him. But when he reaches number ten he realises that he’s forgotten to do something rather important and he really, really, really needs a WEE!

Father Christmas Needs A Wee!

Port Sunlight Players proudly presents Buddy, a young orphan who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.

ELF - The Musical

With sell-out theatre shows across the UK, The Darkside Of Pink Floyd is a premier touring tribute band featuring the authentic sound of Pink Floyd delivered by seasoned musicians with over 150 years of total experience. Each show includes a custom designed thematic light show, spectacular laser effects and circular video screens delivering a visual feast, accumulating to give audiences a dizzying, moving and memorable experience which is truly unforgettable.

Darkside of Pink Floyd | Celebrating 30 Years of Pulse

Strawberry Jack Grundy was a wild child that grew into a ferocious man. Once the War Horse of Paradise Heights, recent events have stacked the deck firmly against the One Eyed Jack of gangster Frank Morgan’s The Ace of Spades Nightclub. He is now a fading shadow of the man he once was.

Strawberry Jack : A Tale from Paradise Heights

At the centre of this charming fairytale is a beautiful young girl called Belle, held captive by a fearsome beast in an enchanted castle. As friendship grows between them and love blossoms, the most amazing things begin to happen.

Beauty and the Beast

My Heart Will Go On is a stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time, with an outstanding live band, the audience are taken on a magical ride through four decades of hits that include: The Power Of Love, It’s All Coming Back To Me Now, I’m Alive, All By Myself, Because You Loved Me, My Heart Will Go On and many more…

Celine – My Heart Will Go On

After three centuries, three witch sisters are resurrected in Salem Massachusetts on Halloween night, and it is up to two teen-agers, a young girl, and an immortal cat to put an end to the witches’ reign of terror once and for all.

Hocus Pocus | Cinema Club

It’s Halloween in Paradise Heights, a night where all hell will break loose. A solar storm is playing havoc with communications, and what are the strange voices heard coming through the radio at the local taxi rank, Lucky Cabs? What are the strange apparitions being reported? Who is the mystery caller wanting a cab to a house in Paradise Heights, a house burned down all those years ago? And what is that eerie wailing heard on the wind?

RANK: A Tale from Paradise Heights

Frogwarts is in danger once again! Our spectacular spectacle-wearing hero, Harry Panto, must save the day against Belinda La Weirdo in this spellbinding tale of good versus evil.

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