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What’s HOT at the White Rock Theatre
To start the new year, HOT’s Paul Way-Rider takes a look at some of the shows coming up in January at the White Rock Theatre.
Johnny Cash Roadshow – Thu 12 January
The Johnny Cash Roadshow is back with a brand new show. Award-winning Clive John pays homage to Cash’s career as the ‘Man In Black’, alongside his wife June Carter (Meghan Thomas). The show delivers all the hits such as I Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, Jackson, Orange Blossom Special, and A Boy Named Sue.
More info and tickets
Hits Out Of Hell – The Meat Loaf Songbook – Sat 14 January
This tribute to singer Meat Loaf features the ultimate ‘dead ringer’ Craig Halford, (as seen on ITV’s Stars In Their Eyes and Channel 4’s The Last Leg). Experience all the hits from one of the best-selling artists of all time, culminating in over 80 million album sales, a Grammy Award, and some of the best rock and roll love anthems ever written.
The show includes the hits I’d Do Anything for Love, Bat Out of Hell, Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad, You Took the Words Right Out of My Mouth, Rock And Roll Dreams Come Through, Paradise by the Dashboard Light, Dead Ringer for Love, and many more. More info and tickets
Cinderella and her Naughty Buttons Adult Panto – Sun 15 January
Back on the road for their 19th year, the Market Theatre Company are out to corrupt another fairy-tail classic with an adult panto like no other. Get ready for an evening of slick, fast-moving, farcical fun and bawdy sexual innuendo for adults only. (Not suitable for under 16’s).
“Quintessentially British…Like a Carry On film made by a Rugby Club!” – The Stage
‘Jive Talkin’ – Music of The Bee Gees – Fri 20 January
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show! For a truly amazing experience and an opportunity to hear all the great Bee Gees hits – Tragedy, Night Fever, Massachusetts, Stayin Alive, Jive Talkin’ and more – in a two-hour explosion of music and vocal harmony.
“The soundalike quality is quite sensational” (The Stage),
“Amazing similarity to the real Bee Gees” (Wakefield Express),
“Absolutely brilliant” (Maurice Gibb) and “WOW!” (Barry Gibb).
An Evening Of Burlesque – Sat 21 January
The ultimate variety show, blending stylish cabaret, comedy, music, circus, and burlesque. With world-class entertainers, prepare for an extravaganza of glitz and glamour. Expect fun, feathers, and fabulous costumes as we pick from the finest selection of specialty artistes, cabaret and circus stars, and comedians! A night of laughter, cabaret, mystery, and glamour! More info and tickets
From Gold to Rio – Fri 27 January
The Greatest Hits of Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran.
Two of the UK’s most iconic ‘80s bands will be brought to life in one power-packed show!
From Gold to Rio will take you on a nostalgic journey back to the New Romantic era which ruled the charts for over a decade. With over 20 Top 10 hits, the show will feature two hours of non-stop classics including Gold, Rio, True, The Reflex, Through the Barricades, Save A Prayer, Lifeline, Girls on Film and more.
Performed by a full eight-piece live band with over 30 years’ professional experience, this show features excellent vocals, tight harmonies, a powerhouse rhythm section and an infectious sense of fun. More info and tickets
Psychology of Serial Killers – Tue 31 January
Join true crime speaker Jennifer Rees to explore one of forensic psychology’s most troubling topics, serial killers. In this hit live show Jennifer will explore the different categories of serial killer, using case studies to illustrate. She will also debunk common serial miller myths – you may be surprised by what you learn! More info and tickets
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