The Grand Theatre Lancaster

Morecambe Warblers present "The Full Monty"

Tuesday 14th to Saturday 18th September. Tues-Fri 7:30pm, Sat 4:45pm and 8pm.

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MORECAMBE WARLERS

Go All The Way in

THE FULL MONTY

Come along and watch Morecambe Warblers take off their hats and much more in the Zip Splitting Musical Production of THE FULL MONTY. Whilst set in Buffalo, America, the musical follows the familiar storyline of the famous film of the same name. The men are made redundant and we follow their lives when they hit upon a scheme to make money by performing The Full Monty.

The musical is hilarious, sad and thoughtful with a terrific score. You will, without a doubt, enjoy a great girls/boys night out. When Warblers last performed the Full Monty in 2007 it played to full houses, so don't be dissapointed and book early. ADULTS ONLY OVER 16's

Kevin Bridges

Sunday 19th September at 8pm

Star of 'Live at the Apollo' and 'Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow'

Scotland's 'young comedy prodigy' has had an extraordinary 12 months, a sell out run at the Edinburgh Fringe - with a nomination for the 'Best Newcomer'. Kevin's natural gift for shows makes him a regular at major comedy clubs. His debut show reveals his inner-most thoughts on a variety of topics from his homeland of Scotland to the world beyond. His unique brand of social commentary, astute observations and sharp one liners makes him the hottest acy to come out of Scotland in the last ten years.

London Festival Opera presents 'A Night at the Opera'

Wednesday 22nd September at 7:30pm

London Festival Opera brings together world class artists who have appeared with the major opera companies including the Royal Opera, English National Opera and Glyndebourne Festival Opera. A Night at the Opera is a thrilling programme of works by Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, Rossini, Bizet, Offenbach and many more. The artists will appear in sumptuous period evening dress recreating the atmosphere and grandeur of past times. The performance will be accompanied by a select chamber ensemble. A programme of passion, drama and humour for all opera lovers - and an ideal first time visit to the opera! London Festival Opera has presented performances throughout the UK and Europe including in one of the world’s greatest opera houses, La Fenice in Venice.

‘A stirring performance and the audience loved it’ THE TIMES
‘Opera as near perfection as you could get it’ SUNDAY EXPRESS

Alun Cochrane - Jokes, Life and Jokes About Life

Saturday 25th September at 8pm

An envelope stuffed full of my own hand-chiselled lovingly created
jokes, versus a bag of ‘life’ (not insulin: anecdotes, observations).
But which is funniest?

Let's decide together.

"filled with prime laugh-out-loud stupid moments" ***** LIST

"the best, as well as the most natural stand-up I've seen at the
Fringe this year... Expect Alun Cochrane to be filling arenas soon."
INDEPENDENT

NB: I don’t really fancy playing Arena's but I’d love to sell-out
bigger theatres so I’m prepared to take this compliment on my comedy
potential in the spirit it was intended.

A V Productions present Dracula - A Broadway Musical

Sunday 26th September at 3pm and 7:30pm

Created by Frank Wildhorn (Jekyll & Hyde)

Don Black & Christopher Hampton (Sunset Boulevard).

A show with fantastic songs, full of beautiful romance and a gripping story with a West End Orchestra. Talented cast and directed by Andy Vitolo who most recently developed a new musical at the West End's Savoy Theatre, this is a wonderful experience not to be missed.

Jonathan Harker, a young lawyer, travels to meet a mysterious Count. He writes to his beautiful fiancee Mina but they are blissfully unaware of the danger that has entered their lives. Over many centuries and continents Count Dracula searches for fresh life, pursued by his great opponent Van Helsing!

Rich Hall

Tuesday 28th September at 8pm

Rich Hall is back on the road performing his usual style as the grouchy, deadpan, stand-up comic genius. Rich is a master of absurdist irony - he particularly likes to lay into Americans and life across the 'Pond'.

An Edinburgh fringe favourite and Perrier Award winner, Rich has performed at the major clubs in Britain and across the world.

He has made numerous appearances on BBC2's QI and recently wowed audiences at Channel 4's Comedy Gala in aid of the Great Ormond Street Hospital and at the Comedy Benefit for the Teenage Cancer Trust at the Royal Albert Hall

ZU2

Friday 1st October at 7:30pm

If you like U2 then you really must see this show. With blinding lights to rake the auditorium and a sound that is unmistakingly pure U2 this group set a new standard in the art of tribute shows. U2 may have the Edge, but ZU2’s lead guitarist replicates the woolly hatted one’s fluid style to a tee. Bono’s doppelganger has perfectly captured this legendary performer’s throaty rasp and effortless falsetto. ZU2 recently recorded ‘The Joshua Tree’ for the Nottingham Arts Council and following the success of this they are bringing ‘The Joshua Tree’ to the Lancaster Grand Theatre. Back to back tracks from the infamous album will be performed and then will be followed in the second half by an array of Greatest Hits that U2 have ever performed. Hits will include Magnificent from their latest album ‘No Line On The Horizon’, Sunday Bloody Sunday, Vertigo, Mysterious Ways, New Years Day, Unforgettable Fire to name but a few. Voted one of the top ten tributes in Europe never mind a quiet night in – treat yourself to a loud night out! www.zu2tribute.com

Mutton

Thursday 7th October at 7:30pm

A unique and brilliantly funny show packed with sketches instantly recognizable to women of all ages and the men that have to live with them! What does a women do when her ‘babies’ flee the nest for Uni, work or horror of horrors, their own family? Well for the Mutton girls, feeling helpless, abandoned and with time on their hands, it was simple...write a comedy show full of their own experiences and those of their friends, the joys, trials, anguishes, confusions and coping...in short...LIFE, WITH IT’S FUNNY ( and sometimes peculiar ) HAT ON!

A successful premiere at Edinburgh Festival lead to four consecutive UK tours which have included frequent ‘sell outs’ including The Maddermarket in Norwich, Garrick theatre Lichfield, Mumford Theatre Cambridge and The Square Chapel in Halifax ‘ to name but a few’. This is your chance to see three 40/ 50 something ladies’ fresh and entertaining take on reaching that ‘certain age’ and all the trials and tribulations involved! This is a show where you won't feel embarrassed to 'wet yourself'!!The show is a celebration of the comedy ‘within women’.

These fast and hilarious comedy sketches including many new ones, along with perennial favorites are not only for the Women who ' suffer' but for their men who will be ' oh so familiar' with what they see!!!

“At one point the whole audience rose to its feet. This was physical humor at its best”. The RosesTewkesbury ''

An original stand up show where you leave with more laughter lines than you came in with'' Express and Star Wolverhampton

Colin Fry Free Spirit Show

Friday 8th October at 7:30pm

Don’t miss one of the most celebrated Psychic Mediums Colin Fry as he delivers messages of love and comfort in his brand new FREE SPIRIT SHOW. Be stunned by his breathtaking accuracy and compassion in this all new show as he conducts an evening of intimate communication with your loved ones.

Psychic phenomenon Colin Fry of Television's 6th Sense, Psychic Private Eyes, The Three Mediums and Colin Fry Live!

Evenings of Mediumship are not scientifically proven and are presented for Education and entertainment purposes only.

Robbie Williams

Saturday 9th October at 7:30pm

"Join us for the international touring stage show celebrating the music of
Stoke-on-Trent born superstar Robbie Williams.

All of the hits performed by a company of magnificent musicians, singers and
JK - recognised as the world's No.1 Robbie impersonator. Having performed
around the world in front of more than 1.5 million people he sings and
entertains like the man himself.

All the greatest hits and many more, from Rock DJ and Feel to the swing
songs such as My Way and Mr Bojangles which Robbie performed at the Royal
Albert Hall, combined with brand new stage sets, spectacular special
effects, visual projections and that hint of Robbie magic make this a night
to remember and not too be missed"

Dancing at Lughnasa

Tuesday 19th October to Saturday 23rd October at 7:30pm

A Lancaster Footlights production

It's the late summer of 1936 and the lives of five sisters in a Donegal village are about to change forever. Michael Mundy looks back to the year he was seven, his missionary uncle has returned from Africa, his father is about to enlist for the Spanish Civil War and his aunts have just acquired a radio.....

Brian Friel's award winning play is a timeless and heartwarming celebration of the human spirit. Read more...

Extra Sensory Pasquale

Monday 25th October at 7:30pm

Yes Ladies and Gentlemen, in the Chinese Year of the Tiger, Joe has been honing his psychic skills with the legendary Zen Master, The Emperor Wang (otheerwise known as Kevin Bloss).

Yes it's time for Joe to hit the road and open his third eye, where you, the audience, will take part in amazing experiments, that will answer the age old questions like 'Why do birds suddenly appear...every time you are near?'

Suitable for all the family, even those separated at birth that have now found themselves after many years, then realised they can't stand each other.

Here's a quote from eminent Austrian psychic Prof Ald Wiedersen "I saw Joe in TKMax" legendary stuff!

Theo the Mouse’s Musical Madhouse

Tuesday 26th October at 2pm

Suitable from ages 2 - 102.

Stuck for something to do this school holiday? Why not take the kids to this brand new exciting show - starring the funny and loveable Theo the Mouse. Featuring songs, sketches and plenty of audience participation, this is the show not to be missed.

Fun and laughter are guaranteed as Theo and his best friend Wendy invite you to the greatest party in town. So come inside the Musical Madhouse and join in with all the fun - make no Mousetake!!!

Happy Feet School of Dance presents "That's Entertainment"

Friday 29th October to Saturday 30th October at 7pm

Those Happy Feet dancers are back to entertain us again with another fantastic show.

This local dance school brings us a delightful spectacle full of colour, music and dance. You'll be tapping along with these talented pupils.

Join us and let Happy Feet entertain you.

Advance tickets now available from the dance school. Tickets will also be on sale from the box office and online from the beginning of September.

Al Murray the Pub Landlord

Sunday 31st October at 8pm

Al Murray The Pub Landlord is going back on the road to roll out his Barrel of Fun, a brand new stand-up show for 2010. Britain’s best-known Pub Philosopher will be serving up his own special brew of bar room banter at venues across the UK this autumn. Don’t miss your chance to catch a preview of this show at The Lancaster Grand, before the national tour commences.

“The way he integrates the crowd into the show is awe-inspiring” The Times

“A national treasure” ***** Daily Telegraph

Jeremy Hardy

Monday 1st November at 7:30pm

Jeremy’s perhaps best remembered as a much younger man, but there is nothing he can do about that now. Still alive and able to speak unaided for lengthy periods, this show will be not so much be a one-man show as an under-staffed cavalcade. ‘One of the sharpest comedians on the circuit’- The Guardian

‘Hilarious, detailed, gently self-depreciating act from a stand-up comic in complete control’ - The Independent

‘One minute lewd, the next blimpish, the next acerbic, he is always one step wide of insult and one ahead of expectation’ - The Financial Times

Ardal O’Hanlan

Wednesday 3rd November at 8pm

Presented by Mick Perrin for Just for Laughs Live Ltd. Suitable for 15+. In his new stand-up show, Ardal O’Hanlon laughs in the face of mounting adversity - recession, inclement weather, an aging body, and impending doom. He fearlessly turns the spotlight on surviving relationships, raising children and…the Swiss.

"ELO Experience" a Tribute to the ELO

Thursday 4th November at 7:30pm

Come and hear the greatest hits of the ELO, reproduced by the exciting and incredible "ELO Experience".

In 1970 in Birmingham a musical superpower was established. Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra became one of the world's best known and greatest recording bands their hits are still regularly played on radio stations.

The 'ELO Experince' is a tribute band of talented musicians currently touring the UK, bringing the most popular songs back to the stage. a seemingly endless list of hit records has stormed the charts throughout the world.

The American Four Tops Show

Friday 5th November at 8pm

*******Bonfire Night Special - all tickets an incredible £10. ******

The American Four Tops Show William Hicks formed The American Four Tops Show in 1990 and has been going strong eversince. From Atlanta Georgia USA William Hicks has become the most prominent ambassador internationally of motown sound in the last two decades......

Vienna Festival Ballet presents 'Sleeping Beauty'

Saturday 6th November at 6pm

The Vienna Festival ballet presents a classic fairytale set to Tchaikovsky's magnificent score. This traditional and enchanting production has stunning choreography and beautiful costumes, which all combine to portray the struggle between good and evil.

Incensed at being snubbed at the christening of Princess Aurora, the wicked Fairy Carabosse lays a curse on the new Princess, saying she will prick her finger and die; but the Lilac Fairy intervenes and when the fateful day arrives the entire palace falls into a deep sleep. Prince Florimund is guided to the castle and awakens the Princess with a kiss.

A V Productions present "Chess"

Sunday 7th November at 3pm and 7:30pm

The international hit musical by ABBA's Bjorn and Benny and Tim Rice.

Florence Vassy is a successful woman who tries to cope with a volatile relationship with her American lover and her tortured past. As she is seduced by the Russian champion her whole life is in turmoil when she meets his wife.

Featuring the major hit songs 'One Night in Bangkok' and 'I know him so well'

This is a major theatre event not tobe missed. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Cannon and Ball - Laff Me A Laugh

Monday 8th November at 7:30pm

Bobby and Tommy are looking forward to touring the country with their new show.

Cannon and Ball still spend a lot of time on the road and are gaining new audiences all the time. The younger faces at today's gigs show that they are just as popular now as they ever were and that they are bringing their unique style of humour to a whole new generation.

Supporting Cannon and Ball are the 'Harper Brothers' who join Bobby and Tommy with their own brand of fun and music.

Come along to see them all on their journey round the nation and "Have a Laff"!

Lancaster Footlights with other local Musical Societies present "It's a Grand Life"

Thursday 11th November to Saturday 13th November at 7:30pm

A kaleidoscope of entertainment spanning the theatre's two hundred and twenty eight years.

Featuring Lancaster and District Choral Society, L.A.D.O.S, Red Rose, film archive and Footlights Company.

Guest appearances by Charles Dickens, Paganini and Sarah Siddons.

Vagina Monologues

Sunday 14th November at 7:30pm

Following a sell out season last autumn, the show returns with an all star cast.

Based on author Eve Ensler's 'Vagina Interviews' conducted with women all over the world, this hilariously witty and moving collection of tales gives voice to a chorus of lusty, outrageous, poignant, brave and thoroughly human stories.

As sharp as 'Sex and the City', as unmissable as 'Friends'.

Bring your mum, your best friend, your sister or even your granny, this is the ultimate girls night out.

The Vagina Monologues donates a percentage of revenue from ticket sales to 'V-Day' benefitting women's charities across the world.

Julian Clary

Monday 15th November at 8pm

Having thrilled audiences at over a hundred sell-out shows across the UK, Australia and New Zealand, Julian has graciously agreed to extend his 'Lord of the Mince' tour to bring even more joy to the people of Britain this autumn.

"I can't stop now - I'm 50. The shame of it! This will be an ultimate evening - a celebration, no less, of my twenty-five years in the camp spotlight: how I got there and why I refuse to leave. Come and see me before they put me in a home for tired old Knackers!"

Roy Chubby Brown

Tuesday 16th November to Wednesday 17th November at 7:30pm

Roy Chubby Brown is back in town… Get ready for a barn-storming night of jokes, banter and hilarious mickey-taking from Britain’s most outrageous comedian, bar none! Laugh till it hurts as Chubby rips into his live audiences with a non-stop battering ram of laugh-out-loud comedy guaranteed! Get the hottest ticket in town but be warned – if easily offended please stay away!

Greg Davies - Firing Cheeseballs at a Dog

Thursday 18th November at 8pm

Greg Davies’ hotly anticipated debut solo show was a critically lauded sell-out smash hit at the 2010 Edinburgh festival, picking up a prestigious nomination for the Fosters Comedy Award (formerly the Perrier).

You’ll already know him as the psychotic Head of Sixth Form, Mr Gilbert in ‘The Inbetweeners’ (Ch4), as the most out-of-shape member of ‘We are Klang’ (BBC3) as team captain on ‘Ask Rhod Gilbert’ (BBC1) and for his appearances on Mock the Week’, ‘8 Out of 10 Cats’ and ‘Never Mind the Buzzcocks.’

Now’s your chance to see his incredible debut stand-up show. It promises to address every single issue important to the human race. But it lies - it won’t address any. Come though, it’ll be funny.

Jenny Eclair : Old Dog, New Tricks

Friday 19th November at 7:30pm

Off she goes again, proving there's life in the old dog and what's more, she's got some new tricks! Fifty years old and trying not to mind.

Having dug up some fresh new comedy bones, she is back wagging her arthritic tail and resisting the urge to sniff the lamp posts; yes the old dog of the circuit is trotting once more around the block, proving yet again, she's got what it takes to be an award winner (Crufts 1982).

Jenny Eclair has been a stand up comic since the last millenium; she is a Grumpy Old Woman, team captain, author and actress.

Micky Flanagan - The “Out Out” Tour

Saturday 20th November at 8pm

It’s been a great 18 months for Micky - he appeared in BBC 1’s Michael McIntyre’s Road Show; his Radio 4 series What Chance Change? was a hit with listeners and critics alike and he is one of a handful of comics to perform their own Comedy Central special. So now it’s time for Micky to hit the road performing the best of his last two Edinburgh shows. It’s not just time to go out, it’s time to go Out Out.

"Arguably the funniest comedian in the world... the future of comedy" Frank Skinner

"If there was any justice in the world he’d be a huge star" Tim Arthur, Time Out

Critic’s Choice The Observer

Critic’s Choice The Guardian

Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee

Lancaster Footlights presents "Snow White" - a Traditional Family Pantomime

Runs from Friday 3rd December to Tuesday 28th December (Afternoon and evening shows, see online booking or the contact box office for actual show dates and times.)

SNOW WHITE
Join us at the Grand Theatre this Christmas for a fabulous fun filled family adventure as the Princess Snow White has to battle against the Wicked Queen to save the land and find true love with the help of Nanny, Muddles, seven special friends and of course YOU - she's bound to win!
Music, magic and mayhem fill the stage in this traditional pantomime extravaganza. Evening shows 7-30pm. Matinees 2.30pm.

December 3rd, 4th (mat), 5th (mat), 10th, 11th (mat), 12th (mat), 17th,

18th (mat), 19th (mat), 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th (mat), 26th (5-30pm), 27th, 28th

After Dark Theatre Company presents "Sleeping Beauty - Adult Pantomime"

Saturday 11th and 18th December at 8pm

After Dark's chaotic Christmas Cracker explodes onto the stage once again, turning on it's head and proving that Christmas isn't just for kids. And this year they've got two shows to try to get it right.

Lancaster Footlights present the third "Grand Rock Out"

Friday 4th February at 7:30pm

Following a very successful event last year, the fourth annual 'Grand Rock Out' sees local bands take to the stage to raise funds for the New Spaces Appeal.

A real showcase for local talent.

Dan Antopolski - Turn of the Century

Saturday 5th February at 8pm

Who's the comic with an ear for dialogue and a bod for sin? Triple Perrier award nominee, veteran fringe sell out and winner of the 2009 Dave Award for the 'Funniest Joke of the Fringe', Dan Antopolski presents his seventh solo stand-up show.

Jokes? Yes sir! Raps? Almost certainly. Fun? you bet your mum.

With Dan are Domestic Goddi Wonderland

In a brand new sketch show, Yummy Mummy Rosie Wilkinson weans her baby on sashimim and udon noodles, whilst running over pensioners with her 4x4 buggy; clinically single Helen O'Brien reminisces about assinated presidents and guerilla sales shopping; borderline homeowner Genevieve Swallow studies for a PhD in game show formats with good bacteria. Weak, limp, lifeless? Domestic Goddi Wonderland will restore your healthy shine!

Ken Webster - Mentalist and Hypnotist

Sunday 6th February at 8pm

After 22 years of successful seasons at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Ken Webster finally brings to us his outrageous sense of humour.

This show is an adults only assault on the senses. Described as a cross between Darren Brown and Chubby Brown, Ken will take you on a hilarious journey into the human mind.

See your friends on stage as you have never seen them before. Described by many as 'The best Hypnotist you will ever see' prepare yourself for an evening of laughter, plain, simple PURE LAUGHTER.

Gyles Brandreth - The One to One Show

Friday 11th February at 8pm

They say all political careers end in tears. In Gyles Brandreth's case it's tears of laughter as the actor, author, One Show reporter, former MP and government whip turns stand-up. This is Brandreth unleashed on the stars he's known (one to one) and the wicked ways of Westminster (no expenses spared). Without hesitation or repetition (and just a touch of deviation), 'Just a Minute' regular, Gyles delivers a dazzling evening of wit, wordplay and hilarious name dropping.

MerseyMania - starring the Beat Club

Saturday 12th February at 8pm

Merseymania originated from the most famous club in the world - The Cavern in Liverpool. Within minutes of the start of the show you'll understand why the musical craze swept across the globe so quickly.

Fronted by Scouser Steve Quillion, Merseymania recartures the exciting times of 1965 and 1969. Featuring great songs by the Beatles, Searchers, Stones, Driftersd, The Who ... etc.

With a stage set to help recreate the club's atmosphere, the show features pulsating live music, Scouce humour, choreography and audience participation.

Some surprise guests may 'pop-in' too!

Lancaster Footlights presents "Sailor Beware"

Tuesday 22nd February to Saturday 26th February at 7:30pm

Emma Hornet, a domestic tyrant, continuously bullies her ferret-fancier husband Henry and his sister, Edie. She is not amused when her precious daughter chooses orphan sailor Albert Tufnell as a prospective husband. Further complications arise for Albert, when due to a misunderstanding, Shirley suspects him of flirting with her bridesmaid and poor Albert becomes aware that there is a good deal of her mother in his bride. Sparks fly and worms turn as they battle it out in this classic comedy.

Circus Hilarious

Sunday 27th February at 2:30pm

Hilarious by Name Hilarious by Nature

The superstars of slapstick once again create madness and mayhem with their zany humour and slapstick comedy.

Together with Mick Potts' Clownforce, Surprise international artistes and the stunning Hilarious Dancers.

Prepare to laugh your socks off!

Russell Kane

Saturday 28th May

This year's Edinburgh Fringe Favourite!

In his new show, the Triple Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee and co host of ITV2’s "I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here NOW!" explores self, family, and the consequences of his dad buying his own council house. Sociological silliness and high energy contortions guaranteed.

“Bold, defiant... shot through with vulnerability.” Sunday Times

“Such a gifted, distinctive comic.” Chortle

“More thought and intelligence behind his comedy than most people could ever get near” The Mirror

“The kind of gags that make you snort beer out of your nose… An impressive punch line rate” Metro