Dorset Opera - Carmen
29th - 31st July 2010
Carmen, the most famous of Bizet's operas, is set in an exotic Spanish setting, in Seville. The opera deals with the love and jealousy of Don José, who is lured away from his duty as a soldier and from his childhood sweetheart Micaëla by the gypsy, Carmen. Performed by Dorset Opera at the Coade Theatre, Bryanston
Mack and Mabel
28th - 31st July 2010
Highcliffe Charity Players return after their incredibly sucessful pantomime with the delightful musical Mack and Mabel. The tumultuous relationship between Hollywood director Mack Sennett and Mabel Normand, who became one of his biggest stars comes to life on stage. In a series of flashbacks, Mack relates the glory days of Keystone Studios from 1911, when he discovered Mabel and cast her in dozens of his early "two-reelers", through his invention of The Bathing Beauties and the Keystone Cops
Dolly, The Show
1st August 2010
Dolly Parton is a legend. An award winning singer, composer, musician, actress and author, in this show we celebrate the music that made her the world icon she is today, as the 2010 tour kicks up the dust and takes you on a musical journey through Dolly’s early days to her arena concerts of today.
Twilight Saga: The Eclipse ( )
2nd - 5th August 2010
Certificate: TBC
Following the huge success of Twilight Saga: New Moon, this third instalment of Stephenie Meyer’s vampire love story hits the big screen.
Olde Tyme Players present Kiss Me Good Night Sgt Major !
3rd August 2010
This fast paced original, professional production takes you, the audience, on a nostalgic journey back to the time when comedy and music were in their heyday.
Shrek Forever After - 2D
6th - 12th August 2010
The jolly green giant ogre is back for what is intended to be his last outing. Never say never again! The voiceover cast of Mike Myers (Shrek),Cameron Diaz (Princess Fiona), Puss in Boots (Antonio Banderas) and Donkey (Eddie Murphy) are all back for this new adventure.
The Searchers
8th August 2010
With such classic hits as Sweets For My Sweet, Needles and Pins, Don’t Throw Your Love Away and When You Walk In The Room, The Searchers have contributed enormously in establishing the UK as the world’s leading nation in the music industry. The fully self-contained concert includes all their famous hits, plus many of the original album recordings, B-sides and a selection of other collector and well known favourites.
Olde Tyme Players present Olde Tyme Music Hall
10th August 2010
This professional, fast paced, traditional show uncannily brings back those famous characters from that golden age of entertainment. Comedy monologues, stunning costumes and scenery of the period guarantee to provide a nostalgic and memorable trip to the theatre.
Olde Tyme Players Present Kiss Me Goodnight Sgt Major !
17th August 2010
This fast paced original, professional production takes you, the audience, on a nostalgic journey back to the time when comedy and music were in their heyday. Bringing back to life characters of yesteryear such as Flanagan and Allen, Robb Wilton from the Home Guard, George Formby, Noel Coward, The Andrews Sisters and Vera Lynne to name but a few.
How the Koala Learnt to Hug
19th August 2010
Steve Lee runs The People’s Theatre Company and is author of children’s favourites, The Witch’s Bogey and Bink and the Hairy Fairy. How the Koala Learnt to Hug has been adapted from his first collection of short stories, which has just been published under the title, How the Koala Learnt to Hug and Other Australian Fairytales.
Glyndebourne - The Rake's Progress
21st August 2010
Glyndebourne has become synonymous with The Rake’s Progress thanks to John Cox’s 1975 production which was framedwithin David Hockney’s delightfully post-Hogarthian cross-hatched designs. With John Cox and David Hockney returningto recreate their acclaimed production, it will be conducted for the first time by Glyndebourne’s current Music DirectorVladimir Jurowski.
Glyndebourne - Billy Budd
24th August 2010
Michael Grandage, Artistic Director of the Donmar Warehouse, made his long-awaited operatic debut directing Benjamin Britten’s Billy Budd at Glyndebourne this summer, to widespread critical acclaim. Sir Mark Elder conducted this opera for the first time, marking his 100th operatic production in his illustrious musical career.
Glyndebourne - Hansel & Gretal
26th August 2010
With its familiar fairy-tale story, feelgood ending and magical mix of simple folk tunes and rich Wagnerian textures, Humperdinck’s Hansel and Gretel has long cast its musical spell over both adults and children. This deliciously witty production sees the broom-maker’s two outcast children lose their way in the enchanted forest before finding themselves in every hungry child’s dream.
Karate Kid ( )
27th August - 1st September 2010
Certificate: TBC
Will Smith’s son, Jaden Smith, stars in this big budget remake of the classic 80’s Box Office hit. His co-star is veteran martial arts star, Jackie Chan, so expect plenty of stunts. 12 year old Dre Parker lives with his mum in Detroit, but when a change of job means moving to Beijing, young Dre is in for a culture shock.
The Bootleg 60s with The Overtures
2nd September 2010
The Sixties were, without doubt, the most dynamic and innovative of decades, and their impact upon society is still being felt throughout the world even now. The Overtures have devised a special concert, suitably titled The Bootleg Sixties. This fully self-contained two hour plus show is packed with great music from all the classic artists of the decade, and is back dropped by fantastic visual footage, including archive material from each town and city hosting the show.
Matt Monro Jnr - One Man, A Lasting Legacy
3rd September 2010
Matt Monro Jnr was born to sing … he has come a long way since the impromptu duet with his Dad back in 1977. Now a world performer in his own right, Matt is poised for superstardom. MMj sings Matt Monro classics plus a contemporary mix of his own style of music from standards to pop, big band to Latino and swing to jazz.
Ester's Flamenco School - End of Year Show (A)
4th September 2010
Ester’s Flamenco Academy presents An Evening of Flamenco. Ester Tal (professional Flamenco dancer, choreographer and teacher) presents her Academy in this show of Flamenco dance and music, full of exhilarating rhythmical footwork and exciting choreographies.
The Bowlly Years
8th September 2010
This is a new musical portrayal of the life and times of Al Bowlly. It is a musical and theatrical gem that honours the life and career of one of Britain’s finest singers in this captivating and entertaining afternoon that is full of Bowlly magic.
The Boy Friend (A)
9th - 10th September 2010
Sandy Wilson’s lavish, romantic musical is set around the premise that every young lady needs a boyfriend! The problem is that poor Polly Browne is stuck inside Mme Dubonnet’s finishing school for debutantes in Nice, where decorum demands that boyfriends are forbidden for being socially undesirable fortune hunters.
Beatles, Blues and Blue Violin Project
11th September 2010
Former E.L.O. and Electric Light Orchestra Part ll members and current members of The Orchestra, Phil Bates & Mik Kaminski with Tina McBain from the Eleanor Rigby Experience - Beatles, Blues and Blue Violin Project. Now on its fifth UK tour, the highly acclaimed acoustic 'Beatles, Blues and Blue Violin Project' comes to town and does exactly what it says on the tin exploring some new arrangements of Beatles songs, especially where the Beatles and the Blues meet.
Voice of the Heart - Karen Carpenter
12th September 2010
This terrific show from the producers of the hit musical Forever In Blue Jeans, will recreate and celebrate the magical, musical memory of The Carpenters.
The Michael Jackson Experience
17th September 2010
The Michael Jackson Experience is a fitting and explosive tribute to the undisputed King of Pop. Reminiscent and loyal to his incredible world tours, the show displays a true representation of Michael Jackson in his prime – the dynamite performer and showman!
Kathakali - Classical dance from Southern India
18th September 2010
A rare opportunity to see Kathakali performed by world class experts from Kerala, South India, to include the great Padmasree Kalamandalam Gopi. They are the world’s foremost Kathakali Company on tour outside their native India.
Last Night of the Proms - Bournemouth Concert Brass (A)
19th September 2010
The award winning Bournemouth Concert Brass return with a rousing rendition of all those Albert Hall favourites from Nimrod to Jerusalem and, naturally, Pomp and Circumstance. Don’t forget to bring your Union Jack hats and flags.
Princess Ida - Christchurch Gilbert & Sullivan Society (A)
22nd - 25th September 2010
Composed in 1884 between Iolanthe and The Mikado, Princess Ida is unique in the Gilbert & Sullivan repertoire for being written in three acts. Containing some of the finest music in all the Savoy Operas, it is a witty satire on the feminist movement of the day and Darwin’s theory of evolution.
Blood Brothers: The Play
29th September - 1st October 2010
Fast moving and perceptive,entertaining and thoughtprovoking,funny yet ultimatelytragic, it tells the tale of twinbrothers who are born into a largeworking-class family and whathappens when their mother decidesto have one of them adopted. BloodBrothers looks at the differencesand conflicts of their upbringings,their relationships with each otherand with their real and adoptedmothers.Tickets £10.00, Concessions £9.00
And Finally Phil Collins
2nd October 2010
This successful show is a celebration of Phil Collins’ solo final farewell tour in 2004, utilizing some of the top musicians in the UK tribute field.
The Mayor of Casterbridge (A)
5th - 8th October 2010
Following their acclaimed successful productions of Jamaica Inn and The Crucible, Regent Rep now turn their attention to Thomas Hardy’s classic The Mayor of Casterbridge.
Das Rheingold – Wagner Met Opera
9th October 2010
Robert Lepage’s new production of the Ring cycle opens with the prologue to Wagner’s epic drama with Bryn Terfel singing the leading role of Wotan for the first time with the company, heading an extraordinary cast.
Chris Dean’s Syd Lawrence Orchestra – Live
10th October 2010
Life on the road is just one big party! Chris Dean proves this time and time again with his latest big band offering Live.
Andy Kirkpatrick - Off the Wall
14th October 2010
The UK’s only “stand-up mountaineer” Andy Kirkpatrick, is a natural performer with talents to rival the top comedy acts in the UK. His inimitable style coupled with his love for all things extreme make for a unique evening of entertainment, with stunning images and footage accompanying his tales of terror from the steep. Contains strong language.
The Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular
15th October 2010
Fun all the way as the “Purveyors of Cool” come to town with a sensational show and the greatest music of the 20th century.
Swan Lake - The Rudolph Nureyev Russian State Ballet Academy
16th October 2010
The Ballet Academy is named after legendary Rudolph Nureyev, who was a star of the London Royal Ballet for over fifteen years and the permanent partner of Margot Fonteyn, the company’s prima ballerina. The heritage of the greatest dancer of the 20th century, his high professionalism and self devotion makes the Ballet Academy one of the world’s best choreographic schools.
Julie Felix in Concert - Year of the Tiger
17th October 2010
Julie Felix is a true icon of the swinging 60s and the protest movement that went with it. This legendary folk/rock singer/songwriter arrived in England in 1964. Within a year she had released her first album, filled the Albert Hall and become resident singer on The Frost Report.
Peter Alliss - An Evening with the “Voice of Golf”
21st October 2010
With his father, Percy Alliss, being amongst the finest players of his generation, it was perhaps inevitable that Peter would also make a career in golf. Percy hired Peter as his unpaid assistant at Ferndown Golf Club, allowing him time off during midweek to compete in tournaments.
Roy Orbison & Friends Live in Concert
22nd October 2010
Barry Steele, who portrays the Big O, has toured extensively across the UK, Denmark, New Zealand, Holland, Belgium and Germany. He performed as the Big O to rave reviews in the hit show Rockin on Heavens Door, before leaving in April 2009 to concentrate on his own show.
Boris Godunov – Mussorgsky Met Opera
23rd October 2010
Valery Gergiev conducts Mussorgsky’s soulful spectacle, which captures the suffering and ambition of a nation.
The Billy Fury Story - Halfway to Paradise
24th October 2010
Now in its 14th sensational year on tour, Billy’s own original band, Fury’s Tornados, join with Colin Gold, first seen on Stars in Their Eyes, for this incredible show.
High School Rocks
27th October 2010
A high energy, foot stomping, totally interactive production featuring all the very best hits from High School Musical 1, 2 and 3, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock and Glee!
The Screwtape Letters by C S Lewis
28th October 2010
This award winning satirical comedy is set in Professor Screwtape’s study in the timeless dominion of Hell. The play follows his attempts to train two junior devils, including his nephew Wormwood, in the fine art of temptation.
Boris Godunov – Mussorgsky Met Opera
29th October 2010
Valery Gergiev conducts Mussorgsky’s soulful spectacle, which captures the suffering and ambition of a nation.
Katy Setterfield as I’m Every Woman in Concert
30th October 2010
Following her acclaimed solo tour and sell out residences in Las Vegas and Europe, Katy is delighted to present her brand new one woman show, celebrating the music and style of some of the legendary Queens of Pop: from bee-hived soul legend Dusty, through to the iconic Cher, Annie Lennox, Tina Turner and much, much more.
Frankenstein: The Year Without A Summer
2nd November 2010
In May 1816 Mary and Percy Shelley travelled to Lake Geneva to stay with the infamous Lord Bryon. It was here, late at night by candlelight, that Mary discussed her fascination of the medical experiments of the 18th century, specifically the ability of animating dead matter and the horrors of restoring a corpse to life.
Around the World with P & P - Poole & Parkstone Productions
5th - 6th November 2010
Join P & P as they take you on a journey of musicals around the world.
Juke Box Legends
7th November 2010
If you can remember spinning all those 45s on a giant Art Deco Wurlitzer at your local Milk Bar, this show is for you!
The Band of the Royal British Legion Christchurch Armistice Concert 2010
9th November 2010
The RBL Band Christchurch return for another Armistice Concert after the success of their concert in 2008 in support of the Band and the local Poppy Appeal.
Joe Brown
12th November 2010
This country’s premier rock & roll legend Joe Brown is back! 2008 marked Joe’s 50th year as a professional entertainer and he truly is one of this country’s best loved, enduring, and most acclaimed musicians.
Don Pasquale – Donizetti Met Opera
13th November 2010
James Levine, Anna Netrebko, Matthew Polenzani, Mariusz Kwiecien, John Del Carbo. Anna Netrebko returns to the role that made her a Met star
Metamorphosis (Studio Theatre)
19th - 21st November 2010
Inspired by Franz Kafka's renowned story - the parable of Gregor Saamsa, a humble, industrious man, who, upon waking one norning, finds himself transformed into a gigantic beetle-like insect. Hisd metamorphosis is physical and psychological, and through his harrowing and absurdly comic journey Gregor comes to represent the quintesential outsider and alien. Tickets £10, £9.00 concessions.
South Pacific
24th - 27th November 2010
Considered by most critics to be among the greatest musicals of the twentieth century the story for Rodgers and Hammerstein's 1949 musical, South Pacific, is drawn from a Pulitzer-Prize-winning novel by James A. Michener, entitled Tales of the South Pacific, which dealt largely with the issue of racism
Beyond The Barricade
17th December 2010
Back by over whelming public demand, the most successful and popular touring show of its kind ‘Beyond the Barricade’ returns with a ‘Brand New 2010’ production of the show.
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