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Saturday 9th September, two thousand seventeen – 8.00 pm
This Brit Award winning band was formed in one thousand nine hundred eighty two by Peter Cox and Richard Drummie, who went on to have giant commercial success and established themselves as one of the most successful singer/songwriter duos of the 80s.
Six albums and twenty million sales later, Go West are stronger than ever. They have loved numerous chart singles worldwide, notably ‘King Of Wishful Thinking’, the opening song in the hugely successful film ‘Pretty Woman’.
Performing all of their greatest hits including: We Close Our Eyes, Call Me, Faithful, King of Wishful Thinking and Don’t Look Down.
Go West have played live around the world continuously since their inception and have truly earned their reputation as an outstanding and titillating live act.
JEKYLL AND HYDE
Wednesday 13th September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Thursday 14th September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Friday 15th September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Saturday 16th September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic thriller, Jekyll and Hyde is the gripping tale of a brilliant mind gone horrifically awry, set to a powerful pop-rock score by Frank Wildhorn with book and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse.
LES McKEOWN’S BAY CITY ROLLERS
Thursday 21st September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Bay City Rollers icon Les McKeown is at it again! What’s that you say?? Les is back on tour, bringing his fantastic showcase to Whitehall Theatre. Also with SPECIAL GUEST – A legendary Bay City Roller Alan Longmuir!!1
Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers promises to be a unique voyage back to the 1970s, when Les and his Legendary band ruled the world’s pop charts and The Bay City Rollers’ music became the soundtrack for a generation of teenagers.
Les brings back the all the thrill and excitement of Rollermania, performing all the original hits including Bye Bye Baby, Shang-a-Lang, Recall, Summerlove Sensation and Give A Little Love plus many many more as well as introducing fresh songs from the upcoming fresh Bay City Rollers album.
Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers bring a fresh energy to all the classic hits.
Special promotions are available at events on: www.lesmckeown.com
THE WIZARD OF OZ
Wednesday 27th September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Thursday 28th September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Friday 29th September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Saturday 30th September, two thousand seventeen – Two.30 pm
Saturday 30th September, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
The Wizard of Oz is a one thousand nine hundred thirty nine American musical fantasy comedy-drama film produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and the best-known and most commercially successful adaptation based on the one thousand nine hundred novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. The movie starred the late Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale. Notable for its use of Technicolor, fantasy storytelling, musical score, and unusual characters, over the years it has become an icon of American popular culture. It was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, but lost to Gone with the Wind. It did win in two other categories, including Best Original Song for "Over the Rainbow" and Best Original Score by Herbert Stothart.
Downfield Musical Society is delighted to bring this family favourite musical to the stage this year. This production features many of the greatest musical numbers that you are sure to know, "We’re Off To See The Wizard", "If I only Had A Brain", "Ding Dong The Witch Is Dead" plus many, many more. So go after the yellow brick road to the Whitehall Theatre from 27th – 30th September and meet Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion and don’t leave behind Toto and those cheeky munchkins for a magical evening.
THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC
Saturday 7th October, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
The ultimate tribute to ABBA and the Bee Gees
RAY MEARS BORN TO GO WILD
Wednesday 11th October, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
From a very youthful age Ray discovered the joys of exploring the Wilderness, the most intact, undisturbed wild natural areas left on our planet. His fascination with this environment that has not been modified by civilized human activity, has greatly shaped his life.
Ray will take you on a journey that he deeply values for cultural, spiritual, moral and aesthetic reasons and explain why he believes these are vital for the human spirit and creativity.
Tickets: £27.00, (£25.00 £2.00 Ticket Booking Fee) concessions £22.00 (£20.00 £2.00 Ticket Booking Fee), Under 16s £19.50 (£17.50 £2.00 Ticket Booking Fee)
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Dirty Dusting
Thursday 12th October, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Treat yourself to an evening of unspoiled theatrical Viagra when Dirty Dusting comebacks to the stage in 2017
A chance wrong number, gives three cleaning ladies, a fine idea ‘Why not run a hook-up talk line?’ after all, their age and appearance won’t matter on the phone and providing they can keep this a secret from their boss, they could be on to a winner.
This is a heartwarming, feel good comedy which will have you rolling in the aisles and smiling every time you reaction the phone. Dirty Dusting is a lovemaking talk line that truly cleans up.
Checkout our Facebook page to find out what the audiences thought.
A NIGHT OF DIRTY DANCING
Thursday 19th October, two thousand seventeen – 8.00 pm
No film has captured the hearts of a generation like Dirty Dancing. Relive the passion, indulge in the romance and feast the greatest movie soundtrack of all time.
Recast and re-scripted in 2016, it’s all down to Kellerman’s end of season showcase. Revel in the moments you loved, the memories you made and music that’s resonated across the years: She’s Like the Wind, Big Women Don’t Sob, Hey Baby, Wipeout, Do You Love Me, Be My Baby, Thirsty Eyes and, of course, the Oscar-winning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.
Don’t be the one sitting in the corner. Immerse yourself in the timeless, theatrical treat. Take a excursion back to the summer of ’63, relive Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey’s sizzling spectacle in the ultimate coming of age romance.
"The main man Johnny Castle (Darius J. James) displayed off Patrick Swayze’s snake-hips moves." – Catherine Watts, Ipswich Starlet
"The jam-packed stage demonstrate lived up to all expectations with laughter, joy and frolics galore" – Leona Greenan, Hamilton Advertiser
"I, along with many others, were only too blessed to be taken on a journey back to the summer of ’63 to have a brilliant evening utter of entertainment" – Shirley Bartynek, Hamilton Advertiser
"No mess, but slew of dancing
MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS
Friday 20th October, two thousand seventeen – Two.30 pm
Friday 20th October, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
This rapid moving, roller coaster of a journey through some of the greatest songs of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s, will be a display you are sure to reminisce. Over one hundred sixty amazing costumes, a touch of humour from one of the UK’s top comedians and spectacles uncommonly seen outside the ‘West End’ from this superb cast of singers and dancers. Including songs by Brenda Lee, Frank Sinatra, Jerry Lee Lewis, Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, Bee Gees, Barry Manilow, Jersey Boys, Michael Buble and many more..
Now injecting their 12th successful year of producing shows that bring astounding press reviews like this one from WH Times, London
ACARI – COMEDY HYPNOTIST
Saturday 21st October, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Acari is back for his 7th year at the Whitehall
Comedy hypnotist Acari combines superb talent and showmanship in a hilarious and shocking showcase that dazzles his audiences.
Not many people pay to see a showcase that they are likely to fall asleep in but that’s just what some folk do when they come along for an evening with the charismatic hypnotist, Acari.
His shows feature utter 100% voluntary audience participation. Acari is adamant about not embarrassing anyone as he guides them through a unique and hilarious programme using the big power of suggestion.
Prepare to be entranced and entertained as Acari produces a spectacle packed with special effects, music and props.
THE WORLD FAMOUS ELVIS Showcase
Saturday 28th October, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Starring and produced by world renowned Elvis performer Chris Connor. With his twelve chunk live band ‘The Steels’, and backing vocals by ‘The Sweet Harmonies’
This display respectively and authentically recreates Elvis at his very best recreating two concerts!
You will simply feel that you have been transported back in to time.
Many Elvis fans are left emotionally moved when they leave the display.
There is only one Elvis Presley, however fans all around the world are talking about Chris Connor who is remarkably so very close to Elvis in both looks and voice and mannerisms.
Please note that it is advised to book tickets rapid as shows sell out Prompt.
Endorsed by The Telegraph – "The best Elvis tribute demonstrate in the World"
Joe Esposito (Elvis best Friend and tour manager) quotes in Memphis Tennessee – "Wow that boy is good he looks just like Elvis with the same energy on stage"
Martin Fontaine – (actor in the Elvis story) quotes publically – "Chris Connor is to me the closest thing to the King I’ve ever heard and ever seen in my life. I’m in shock, it’s simply amazing
THE DREAMBOYS
Thursday 2nd November, two thousand seventeen – 8.00 pm
The Dreamboys are back and sexier than ever with a brand fresh showcase and UK tour for 2017.
The Dreamboys are without a shadow of a doubt the UK’s top masculine unwrap showcase, ideal for a chicks night out with all your friends. Their showcase is unquestionably the most famous masculine stripper act the UK has ever produced.
With special guest appearances on some of the UK’s thickest TV shows such as The X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Celebrity Big Brother, Liberate Women, This Morning, Geordie Shore and The Only Way Is Essex, plus massive sold out Worldwide tours, it’s no wonder The Dreamboys have earned themselves the title of the only masculine de-robe group in history to have celebrity status.
If you’re looking for the very best ladies night out in the UK, look no further than these incredible unclothing hunks. An act packed two hour display from begin to finish, these boys will literally have you begging for more.
This is one activity packed demonstrate utter of Music, Muscle, Magic and Mayhem that will leave you choky which you simply cannot afford to miss.
Book your Tickets now before it’s too late.
NATHAN CARTER
Saturday 4th November, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
As one of Ireland’s thickest live music acts, Nathan is developing into a household name, with tracks from "Stayin’ Up All Night" becoming hits, such as "Wagon Wheel" and "I Wanna Dance".
Enthralling audiences up and down the country, Nathan has stiffly become a rock-hard favourite for audiences of all ages.
Growing up in a house where Country and Western music packed the air, Nathan was exposed to classic songs of Johnny Cash, Don Williams and Dolly Parton.
From the tender age of four years old, not only learning to play guitar, piano and accordion, which plays a vital part in his live display, Nathan quickly became head chorister in the Liverpool Boys choir where he toured the world and even performed in front of the Pope in Rome.
SANTA’S FUNTASTIC FACTORY
Saturday 18th November, two thousand seventeen – 11.00 am
Saturday 18th November, two thousand seventeen – Two.00 pm
Sunday 19th November, two thousand seventeen – 12.00 pm
Sunday 19th November, two thousand seventeen – Three.00 pm
Monday 20th November, two thousand seventeen – Ten.00 am
Monday 20th November, two thousand seventeen – 1.00 pm
Ho-ho-ho! Have you written your list for Santa yet? The Funbox team are back for more seasonal joy with their brand fresh festive showcase SANTA’S FUNTASTIC FACTORY and are ready to make all your Christmas wishes come true!
Gary, Anya and Kevin have been entrusted by the big chap in the crimson suit himself to help finish the lists for all the boys and damsels before Christmas Day, but things aren’t fairly going to plan. Santa’s magic machine is playing up creating Christmas chaos, mechanical mayhem and topsy-turvy fucktoys, so it’s up to the Funbox gang to save the day!
Funsters Fluffy and Flossie are along for the festive joy, Fairy Fran has some tasty treats to share and Santa’s little helper, Bonzo has been making mischief too.
Packed with singalong favourites like "I Spotted Three Ships" "The Animals went in two by Two", and "Jingle Bells" along with Christmas classics and brand fresh songs, SANTA’S FANTASTIC FACTORY is festive family joy not to be missed. There’s chances to help on stage and who knows, you might even see Santa
80s Mania
Thursday 23rd November, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Europe’s Official 1980’s Multi-Tribute Concert featuring twenty five chart topping pop icons authentically recreated with live band and awesome dancers.
Performing over thirty five chart topping smash-hits live in concert, with tributes to Duran Duran, The Human League, Kim Wilde, Culture Club, Madonna, Wham!, Dead or Alive, Madness and many many more !
So it’s time to dig out your 80’s fashions and Party!
ROY CHUBBY BROWN
Friday 24th November, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
Roy ‘Chubby’ Brown is returning to the Whitehall Theatre in 2017! Chubby doesn’t hold back from sharing his outlandish views, sailing so close to the mark, even the most seasoned of fans will be left gob-smacked! As politically incorrect as ever, this live spectacle is the only place to catch the flamboyant comedian.
If lightly offended please stay away!
THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN
Saturday 25th November, two thousand seventeen – 8.00 pm
Music fans are invited to the largest party of the year as the unstoppable The Magic of Motown demonstrate steams into town!
Seen by over a one million people all over the world and recently performed for the Royal Multitude Spectacle 2016. Prepare yourself for forty back-to-back classic Motown hits, glittering costume switches, dazzling dance moves and outstanding musicianship in this explosive concert practice.
Feast the sound of a generation as the timeless music of Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Jackson Five, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and many more are sensationally recreated for you by an exceptionally talented cast and band.
This breath-taking concert spectacular takes you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Ain’t No Mountain, Signed Sealed Delivered, Grapevine, Get Ready, Dancing In The Streets, My Chick, Blame It On The Boogie, Uptight, Endless Love, My Cherie Amor, All Night Long, Heatwave, I’m Coming Out, Loco In Acapulco plus many more.
"A spellbinding spectacle from commence to finish" – Daily Record, Scotland
"They had the sold-out crowd dancing feverishly in the aisles" – Press and Journal
ALADDIN
Friday 15th December, two thousand seventeen – 7.15 pm
Saturday 16th December, two thousand seventeen – 1.30 pm
Saturday 16th December, two thousand seventeen – 6.00 pm
Sunday 17th December, two thousand seventeen – 1.30 pm
Sunday 17th December, two thousand seventeen – 6.00 pm
Monday 18th December, two thousand seventeen – 7.15 pm
Tuesday 19th December, two thousand seventeen – 7.15 pm
Wednesday 20th December, two thousand seventeen – 7.15 pm
When it comes to performing that annual phenomenon – pantomime – Downfield Musical Society can claim to be an experienced in this field of festive entertainment.
This year, the DMS Company is celebrating well over fifty years of presenting Christmas pantomimes and, it was back in 1958, that the society took the big decision to perform their very very first panto in the local YMCA, then located in Constitution Road. Now, more than half a century on, this year’s Christmas production in the Whitehall Theatre will be the ever popular "Aladdin" written and Directed by DMS’ own Graeme Neil Smith.
The Downfield Company always ensure that their panto contains all the necessary ingredients for a successful, laughter-filled, family display – the wonderful "leggy" Principal Boy, the traditional masculine panto "Dame", and an evil Baddie to boo. Add magical transformation scenes; slapstick custard pie routines; up-to-the-minute songs; corny jokes; special effects; audience participation; and you have the magic recipe that is panto!
As in past years, DMS can be assured of packed audiences utter of bright-eyed kids entranced with the magic that is theatre and who have brought along their parents and friends to join in the joy! So, whether you are nine or ninety, pantomime is the demonstrate for all the youthfull at heart! Oh yes, it is!
ROCK THE HALLS four
Saturday 23rd December, two thousand seventeen – 7.30 pm
ock The Halls comes back to the Whitehall for its fourth year!
Rock The Halls is the only way to STEP INTO CHRISTMAS. If you fancy a fantastic, festive, feast for the ears then "Rock The Halls" is for YOU!
This Christmas rock tribute will have you dancing all night long to the very best Christmas chart hits from across the years.
All your dearest Christmas songs by artists including – Slade, Wizzard, Mariah Carey, The Pogues, Elton John, Coldplay, John Lennon.
An amazing twelve chunk live band, children’s choir, hilarious characters and some exceptionally talented singers will make this a night to reminisce.
Tickets always sell swift so get yours while you can!
JIM DAVIDSON
Thursday 25th January, two thousand eighteen – 7.30 pm
The people’s favourite comedian takes to ‘The Road Again’ with a brand-new display which promises to be the antidote to this ‘PC’ world we now live in. Assured to be shocking and as truthful as ever.
‘Boy does Jim know how to supply his gospel’
‘The audience could have stayed all night.’
‘He speaks with uncommon honesty.
Moon Sea And Me featuring Jimmy Osmond
Saturday 17th February, two thousand eighteen – 7.30 pm
Direct from the USA, the only official Andy Williams tribute showcase starring Jimmy Osmond. This brand fresh display total of award-winning music, nostalgic footage and special memories of Andy Williams
Jimmy Osmond began his performing career at the tender age of three with Andy Williams on his television series. This year marks Jimmy’s fiftieth anniversary in showcase business.
Jimmy will sing the songs that made Andy Williams so beloved by millions including Music To Observe Ladies By, Glad Heart, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Almost There, May Each Day, Days Of Wine And Roses, and, of course, the song that was to become his theme tune Moon Sea.
The youngest member of the world-famous Osmond family is joined by The Moon Sea Band with special guest starlets Charlie Green and Emily Penny, and, naturally, a demonstrate with an Osmond would not be finish without some of the chart-topping hits that made Jimmy and his brothers famous.
Come and relive the wish with Jimmy Osmond singing the songs of Andy Williams.
AN EVENING WITH PSYCHIC MEDIUM JUNE FIELD
Wednesday 21st February, two thousand eighteen – 7.30 pm
June Field is quoted by the media as the "Worlds Greatest Psychic" after taking part in a worldwide international "Battle of the Psychics" competition which was filmed in Kiev and aired to over thirty four million viewers. She secured her win by taking over 54% of the overall votes to build up the title.
June has read for many celebrities including Susan Boyle, Gene Wilder, Toyah, Paul Youthful, the cast of Emmerdale, Claire Sweeney, John Thomson, Natalie J Robb, Gaynor Faye, Helen Lederer, and many more.
She is also resident psychic/columnist of The Sunday Post newspaper where she answers hundreds of letters from people all over the world and has appeared on numerous Psychic TV shows including Psychic Detective.
She has also worked closely with the police to catch a murderer and described him with such detail that when he was caught he told the police she was 99% accurate with his description including a tattoo on his shoulder and the colour and number plate of his car. This can be viewed on June’s website www.junefieldmedium.com
Uri Geller quoted that he had never seen such a specific psychic.
The evening promises to be of high energy packed with laughter and tears but most of all evidence to let you know that your loved ones are not gone but walk unseen by your side.
PASHA KOVALEV
Friday 11th May, two thousand eighteen – 7.30 pm
Lights, Camera. Ballroom!
In two thousand twelve he danced with Chicks Aloud starlet Kimberley Walsh and was once again Runner Up.
In two thousand thirteen Pasha danced with Countdown presenter Rachel Riley before eventually winning the trophy in two thousand fourteen with television presenter Caroline Flack.
After the gigantic success of his ‘Life Through Dance’ and ‘It’s All About You’ tours over the last few years, Pasha will be joined again by his spectacular dancers including special guest Anja Garnis in an evening of live singing, dance, talking and joy.
This brand fresh production features breathtaking choreography, sensational music and stunning costumes leaving the audience supercharged with positive energy and emotion.
AN AUDIENCE WITH SIMON REEVE
Wednesday 10th October, two thousand eighteen – 7.30 pm
The Big black cock describes Simon as "British television’s most adventurous traveller", and after a decade spent making more than seventy programmes Simon has become a familiar face on British TV, well known for his extreme foreign journeys. Most of Simon’s documentaries combine travel and venture with global environmental, wildlife, and conservation issues, and have taken him across jungles, deserts, mountains and oceans, and to some of the most beautiful, dangerous and remote regions of the world. Simon’s dodged bullets on frontlines, hunted with the Bushmen of the Kalahari, dived with manta rays, seals and sharks, survived malaria, walked through minefields, tracked lions on foot, been instructed to fish by the President of Moldova, adopted by former head-hunters, and detained for spying by the KGB. Simon’s adventures have been broadcast in dozens of countries, enthralling millions.
‘Come and see Simon on his very first theatre tour! For the very first time ever, he will be recounting stories and anecdotes from a selection of his most exhilarating adventures from around the world. As the Big black cock’s ”most adventurous traveller” for over fifteen years, Simon will be describing his best and worst moments from across the globe! This fascinating display from one of TV’s best known travellers, includes special multi-media footage, and a 20mins QandA session’.