Wednesday May 18, 19:30. £25.50

Twice Grammy Winner revered by both professional musicians and fans alike as one of the finest guitarists the world has ever seen. Ranging from soulful ballads to Rock n Roll, complimented by his great band this is a show not to be missed.

Co-writer of Country Boy and always in great demand by other artistes Albert has appeared on 4 of Eric Clapton's Crossroads festival, The Concert For George, The Rock and Roll Hall of fame concert paying homage to The Everly Brothers.

Friday 20th May, 19:30. £28.00, £17.50 Child

Kate Rusby is often hailed as the ‘First Lady of Folk’. Announcing herself to the music press in 1999 with a Mercury Music Prize, she has forged an impressive 30-year career and headlining everywhere from the Royal Albert Hall to Cambridge Folk Festival.2022 sees her celebrate 30 years as a professional musician with a new album release, ’30 : Many Happy Returns’ released in May 2022.A remarkable, interpretive singer, Kate’s soulful vocals resonate. Inhabiting a lyric with unforced conviction – no matter how old or how modern – she has that rare ability to transport her audience. 2022 audiences will be treated to Kate’s @30 interpretations of her songs.As ever, she will be joined on stage by her band, each a virtuoso in their own right and including her husband and producer Damien O’ Kane. The crossover appeal Kate enjoys is unprecedented for a folk singer and has been achieved without resort to compromise. Her recent reimagined covers album Hand Me Down was her highest charting album to date.Rusby’s wondrous singing and hugely engaging Yorkshire wit and the intuitive support of the band ensure that audiences will be treated to a truly remarkable and unforgettable concert experience.

Saturday May 21, 19:30. £26.00

Rave On is the 50’s & 60’s Rock and Roll sensation sweeping the nation. Featuring multiple award winning band ‘The Bluejays’, a group comprised of stars from West End Productions The Buddy Holly Story, Million Dollar Quartet, One Man Two Guvnors and Dreamboats & Petticoats, Rave On transports you back to the fabulous 50s and the swinging 60s in stunningly authentic style. Charting the meteoric rise of Rock and Roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour through music’s most revolutionary decades. Prepare to be enthralled as the Bluejays recreate note perfect renditions of the songs that changed the world forever. Featuring the greatest hits of Rock and Roll’s golden era, Rave On brings you the sounds of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Neil Sedaka, The Kinks, Connie Francis, Lulu, The Shadows and many more. Rave On is a musical experience like no other

Tuesday June 7, 8pm. £40.00 Premium, £30.00 Standard

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the stage in 2022 with a brand new show celebrating the very best of Fleetwood Mac, including a very special blues set paying tribute to Fleetwood Mac's legendary Peter Green era.

Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.

Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups.

Friday June 10, 19:30. £23.00, £19.50 Concessions

Rock For Heroes – The No 1 UK Touring Rock Show is back baby!The boys and girls are back in town celebrating the greatest heroes of Rock in this sublime musical spectacle!Where were you when Bon Jovi was Livin’ on a prayer? Or Prince was drenched in Purple Rain? What about When the Eagles checked in to The Hotel California?Rock For Heroes transports you back to the memories of hearing these iconic bands for the first time, celebrating the legendary members of The Rock n Roll Hall of Fame!Brought to you by a 7-piece live band this show is full of incredible singers and musicians who will have you laughing out loud whilst rocking out in the aisles.Featuring over 20 classic rock songs, amazing lighting and sound there is a reason we are The No 1 UK Touring rock show, Rock for Heroes is a show like no other, it’s the night out you’ve been waiting for, so hold on because “ For Those About To Rock, We Salute You”!

Saturday June 11, 19:30. £32.00

Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story: It’s all about the music!

Following his sell out 2021 national tour, the highly acclaimed Steve Steinman brings you his brand-new production featuring over 25 of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman’s greatest hits, with special guest star Lorraine Crosby, the female lead vocalist on Meat Loaf’s Grammy Award winning song and No 1 hit the world over “I Would Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That).

With an incredible stage set, ten-piece live band and combined with Steve’s well-known sense of humour and stage presence, along with the amazing Lorraine Crosby the show can only be described as awesome.

The show will have you up on your feet dancing and singing out loud to some of Meat Loaf’s greatest hits including – Anything For Love – Bat Out Of Hell – Paradise By The Dashboard Light – Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth – Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad – Dead Ringer For Love – Total Eclipse Of The Heart and many, many more.

“Steve Steinman has set a new level in tribute theatre, as Meat Loaf is no longer touring this is the closest you will get.” Reg Enderby – Nottingham Post *****

"It was brilliant, absolutely brilliant" Goffy, BBC Tyne

Friday June 17, 19:30. £24.50, £22.50 Concession

Genesis Connected is a tribute show celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics.This show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers that will get the crowd dancing in the aisles. Hits spanning from the late 70s onwards will include Turn It On Again, Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight, Over My Shoulder, Against All Odds, That’s All, Solsbury Hill, You Can’t Hurry Love, The Living Years and many more.The frontman, Pete Bultitude, is not only an incredibly versatile vocalist, he is also a truly gifted drummer just like Phil Collins, So expect the show to include the iconic “double drums” element as featured on every Genesis and Phil Collins tour.

Thursday June 30, 19:30. £31.00

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 legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the Greatest Artists of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine.
Under the guidance of Tina Treadwell (daughter of the group’s original founders, George & Faye Treadwell) The Drifters have enjoyed a remarkable resurgence in recent years with multiple successful UK tours including headline shows in major arenas and, most notably, the world famous Royal Albert Hall in London for the ever first time in the group’s glittering career. “I am thrilled with the success of our recent UK tours and we invite you all to join us in continuing to celebrate this incredible and everlasting story of The Drifters.” Said Tina, speaking about the tour.

Thursday Jul 7, 19:30, £27.50

Frankie - The Concert is an unbelievably accurate and authentic celebration of legendary hall-of-famer’s Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.

That famous Frankie-falsetto, along with those incredible four-part harmonies, are lovingly recreated with absolute respect, astonishing attention to detail and a genuine love for the music that dominated two decades!

The incredible, award winning cast recreate the powerful falsetto of the 60s & 70s icon with absolute perfection alongside expert musicianship to top off this high quality performance. It features spectacular eight-piece band including live brass, this show is unique, bringing Frankie Valli’s music back to life with actual concert recreations, and a few surprises!

The first half of the show celebrates the sixties’ golden years; Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Bye Bye Baby, Let’s Hang On, Silence Is Golden, Ragdoll and Can’t Take My Eyes Off You. The second half of the show, celebrating the resurgence of The Four Seasons’ in the seventies, includes the anthem December 63 (Oh What A Night), Who Loves You, Grease (is the word), The Night, Beggin’, My Eyes Adored You, Fallen Angel and many more.

If you can’t see the real thing, go see Frankie – The Concert!

“Closest you can get without seeing the real thing” The Telegraph

“Best show we’ve ever seen” Four Seasons Memorabilia

“Wow” Frankie Valli’s musical director of 40 years, Robby Robinson

Friday July 8, 19:30. £25.50, £23.50 Members

Direct from London’s West End, this is the world’s favourite George Michael Celebration!
Few shows have reached the dizzy heights of Fastlove, now touring in 18 countries, selling over 250,000 tickets worldwide. Join us for one very special night as we celebrate the late great George Michael.
Our talented cast will recreate for you, a night like no other! The brand new Everything she wants tour 2021/22!Make new memories whilst reliving old classics, this one is for the fans as we celebrate one of the greatest musicians the world has ever seen, and we say thank you!
This show has it all, the power, emotion, and star quality in this stunning production with full video and light show, as we try and respectfully recreate the soundtrack to your life.
Playing all the hits, from Wham right through his glittering career, including, Wake me up, Too Funky, Father Figure, Freedom 90, Faith, Knew you were waiting, Careless Whisper and many more.
Fastlove: for the fans.

Sunday July 10, 6pm. £13.50. £11.50 Festival Friends

A Newark Book Festival event.

The Kanneh-Masons are seven Nottingham-based siblings who are classically trained musicians, ranging in age from 12 to 25 years old, all of whom play either violin, piano or cello. As a family, they've played the Royal Variety Performance in 2019 and their first album, 'Carnival', received the Global Award for Best Classical Artist in 2021. We are delighted to welcome Kadiatu, Aminata and Konya back to Newark to share an evening of their wonderful music with us. In addition, Kadiatu, winner of the J.M Barrie Award and The Royal Philharmonic Society Storytelling Award, will be in-conversation about House of Music, her memoir about her remarkable family with our interviewer Tim Rideout.

The Music

•Bach partita no.2 in d minor: Allemande (Aminata - violin)
· Liebeslied Kreisler (Aminata - violin/Konya - piano)
* First movement Beethoven Sonata No.18 (Konya - piano)
•Schubert Sonatina for violin and piano No.1 •Allegro Molto (Aminata and Konya)
* Schubert Impromptu op.142 No.31- theme and variations (Konya -piano)
•Brahms Scherzo from F.A.E sonata (Aminata - violin)

This event is sponsored by Bookwise.

Find out more about Newark Book Festival at www.newarkbookfestival.org.uk

Thursday 14th July, 19:30. £24.50, £22.50 Members

The good times never seemed so good… introducing Sweet Caroline, the ultimate tribute to Neil Diamond featuring Gary Ryan, as seen on ‘Stars in Their Eyes’. Taking it back to where it began, this musical journey celebrates 50 years of a legend. From Brooklyn to Hollywood, Neil Diamond has left a legacy of great songs which have been covered by every great vocalist. Spanning all genres from the Reggae of Red Red Wine, through the Country of Cracklin’ Rosie, and the Hollywood music of The Jazz Singer. From the producers of Fastlove and The Magic of Motown, celebrate the music that has endured through six generations as we bring you all things Diamond with a sensational live show. Enjoy all the hits such as, Forever In Blue Jeans, America and Love On The Rocks and of course, the unforgettable Sweet Caroline.

Friday July 15, 19:30. £24.50

Featuring breath-taking performances from our West End cast and the amazing musicianship of The Magic Moments Orchestra, Back to Bacharach celebrates the timeless masterpieces of Burt Bacharach “The Hitmaker” behind one of the greatest American songbooks of the 20th Century.

Burt Bacharach who together with Hal David, penned some of the most memorable and iconic hits that stand the test of time.

Join us for an evening that celebrates all of his greatest hits including; Alfie, What The World Needs Now, The Look Of Love, I Say A Little Prayer, Close To You, Walk On By, What's New Pussycat, Always Something There To Remind Me, Magic Moments, Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head and many, many more.

Saturday September 17, 19:30. £16, £14 Concession

Friday September 23, 19:30. £25.50

Thank ABBA For The Music is a two-hour theatre spectacular that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history's most successful and iconic bands. With stunning costumes, a 7-piece live band, interactive video projection and of course ABBA’s spectacular trademark harmonies this is the ultimate feel-good party show! Featuring all of ABBA's greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! Fernando, Super Trouper and many many more!

Saturday September 24, 19:30. £26.00.

Following the huge success of the 35th Anniversary Tour, That’ll Be The Day is back on the road with another incredible show packed full of world class performances from Trevor and the highly talented cast.

Let the UK’s leading Rock ’n‘ Roll show take you on a journey through the years, as together you celebrate the golden age of Rock ’n’ Roll and Pop from the 50s right the way through to the 80s.

Combining hilarious comedy sketches and impersonations with brilliant vocals and superb musicianship, That’ll Be The Day really is in a league of its own. It’s no wonder this show has been touring for so many years and it just gets better and better. Join Trevor and the exceptional cast for the ultimate feel good experience that will have you singing and dancing, and leave you wanting just a little bit more.

If you only see one theatre show this year, make it this one.

Thursday September 9, 19:30. £29.50

Celebrating the genius of Stevie Wonder, mesmeric vocalist Noel McCalla, award-winning saxophonist Derek Nash and a world-class band present a diverse back catalogue of classic hits, from 1970’s Signed, Sealed, Delivered through to hits from Talking Book, Innervisions, Songs in the Key of Life and Hotter than July. From dance floor classics to beautiful arrangements, this is a real master blaster of a show!

Friday 30th September, 19:30. £21.50

Boot Led Zeppelin is back with an all-new production offering the definitive tribute to one of the world’s most legendary rock bands, Led Zeppelin. Capturing the magic and excitement of Led Zep concerts from the 70s, the band faithfully perform their classic songs such as Whole Lotta Love, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Kashmir and Stairway To Heaven. The ultimate Zeppelin experience!

Sunday October 22, 19:30. £22.50

Thursday October 14, 19:30. £24.00

From Billy Elliott to Auf Wiedersehen Pet, from when the boat comes in to The Likely Lads, now be enthralled and entertained by The Pitmen Poets, a night of songs and stories laced with north east humour and humanity.

Lindisfarne singer and songwriter Billy Mitchell, Warhorse Songman Bob Fox, Master of Tyneside song Benny Graham, and Award winning songwriter Jez Lowe.

“Whoever's idea it was to bring these four together for a show should be awarded a gold medal for services to music. ”
“A great evening of stories and wonderful voices.”
“SHEER UTTER BRILLIANCE….”

Saturday October 15, 19:30. £27.00

Over 50 years since the release of Rod’s first album, Some Guys Have All The Luck – The Rod Stewart Story is back, direct from the west end, in theatres with a brand new show, bringing to the stage a fantastic live concert celebration of one of rock music’s most successful artistes of all time.

Capturing the excitement, energy and charisma that have made Rod a true rock icon, including those infamous moves and all the hits like Handbags & Gladrags, Maggie May, Baby Jane, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy, Sailing, Tonight’s The Night, The First Cut Is The Deepest, and You’re In My Heart.

Tuesday October 18, 19:30. £35.00

British music legend Leo Sayer will be touring the UK in 2021 celebrating his 50th anniversary in music. With this performance, Leo and his band bring boundless energy, exuberance and a hit packed show to some of his favourite venues across the country.Known the world over for his army of hits which include Thunder In My Heart, Moonlighting, One Man Band, I Can’t Stop Loving You, More Than I Can Say, Have You Ever Been in Love, The Show Must Go On and the transatlantic number ones, When I Need You and You Make Me Feel Like Dancing.This is a hit packed, high energy evening not to miss!

Monday October 24, 15:00. £16.50, £13.50 Concession, £52 Family
Total Pop Party Dance Class, 13:45, £18.50 Child, £66 Family
Avaialble from the Box Office 01636 655755

Who are we? TPP! ‘Total Pop Party’ is back!

It’s fair to say, the children of today have had enough! From home schooling to lockdowns, they deserve to have some fun!

Come join the TPP girls and celebrate the modern-day pop legends! Including Little Mix, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, Pink, Ed Sheeran, Olivia Rodrigo and many more!

Featuring all your favourite hits, this concert is full of your favourite dance moves, plenty of audience interaction and screaming from the top of your lungs!

Brilliantly entertaining and a non-stop pop party from start to finish!

‘Total Pop Party’ is an excellent introduction for kids who are too young to go to the big concerts but don’t want to miss out on seeing their favourite pop stars!

There's even a chance to meet the TPP girls after the show so they can strike their favourite pose and be part of the gang!

We can't wait to see you at the BEST party in town!

Friday October 28, 19:30. 26.50

Carole - The Music of Carole King is a celebration of the music of one of the world’s greatest songwriters Carole King. Following a fantastic debut tour in 2019 Carole returns to the stage with an even bigger production for 2022.
With a cast of the UK’s finest singers, dancers and musicians this wonderful homage takes you on an incredible journey through the music that defined an era. The incredibly talented cast will not only have you dancing in the aisles but will bring you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane.

Thursday November 10, 8pm. £26.50

Friday November 11, 19:30. £27.50

Make a date with Tenors Un Limited, the 'Rat Pack of Opera’, as the number 1 selling classical vocal trio thrill once again with their uplifting show 'That’s Amoré’. Let Scott, Paul and Jem take you on a journey through some of the best loved songs of the last century, made famous by icons of song such as Pavarotti, Lanza, Sting, Bublé and Freddie Mercury. These range from popular classics mixed with crooner and pop favourites.The group has performed alongside such notables as Sting, Lionel Richie, Beyoncé, Hayley Westenra, Simply Red and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra to name a few. For over 15 years the group has been entertaining audiences worldwide using talents honed in their previous solo careers in opera and theatre. All your troubles will melt away as these three greatest of showmen present a diverse programme with their trademark soaring vocals, velvet harmonies and killer sense of humour.

Friday 18th November, 19:30. £26.00, £23.00 Concession.

EB Offer £5 off tickets booked before 31st July.

For the First time in over 2 years the Circus of Horrors is back with its latest incarnation ‘The Witch'– A sensational new phantasmagoria which encompasses amazing and bizarre circus acts with an original rock score, and a sinister story of witchcraft and the darkest of magic.

When the Circus of Horrors began 27 years ago at Glastonbury 1995 many people thought it wouldn’t last 27 weeks let alone 27 years. But with its ability to reinvent itself time and time again it has taken the extreme to the mainstream and become a household name after reaching the finals of Britain’s Got Talent and performing in London’s West End.

Whether you're a fan of rock or theatre gore, The Circus of Horrors has something for everyone.

Imagine a brilliant rock show combined with amazing, bizarre and daredevil Circus acts, a stellar light show and all performed with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek. If Quentin Tarantino had directed Cirque Du Soleil you would be halfway there.

Saturday November 19, 19:30. £21.50

Aladdin Sane, The Sound & Vision of Bowie, is widely acclaimed as the best Bowie tribute in the UK. They band have played theatres, festivals and venues throughout the UK for the past 12 years, with Paul Henderson performing as David Bowie. Audiences throughout their tours have commented how eerily close his voice, moves and mannerisms are to that as Bowie.

With so many songs to choose from you can hear many hits like Space Oddity, Changes, Ashes to Ashes, Heroes, Let’s Dance, Drive In Saturday, Jean Genie, Life On Mars, Fame, Starman and Diamond Dogs to list but a few, including some classic album tracks from Bowie’s vast repertoire.

Saturday January 21, 19:30. £28.00

Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and the 25th Anniversary Tour will once again feature the Eagles' timeless back catalogue including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin’ Eyes, Life In The Fast Lane and many more.

This world class seven-piece band are a phenomenon and have truly transcended the tag of ‘tribute’. They have become a brand name in their own right who are not only revered by their peers, respected by the music industry but dearly loved by their massive and expanding fan base.

The ability of Talon to evolve and go from strength to strength in delivering bigger and better shows year on year continues once again with what promises to be an event!

Friday February 17, 19:30. £26.50, £25.50 Concession

Marc Bolan, with his band T.Rex, was one of the most flamboyant and charismatic stars of the original glam rock era. With Bolan's special ingredient of Rock-a-Boogie songs, the band had a string of huge hits throughout the 1970s including Love to Boogie, Telegram Sam, Jeepster and 20th Century Boy.

T.Rextasy have now been performing around the world for over 20 years, a career that ironically out lives Marc’s very own T.Rex. The band is now accepted as the world’s only official live tribute band dedicated to Marc Bolan & T.Rex, and the only band endorsed and approved by Marc Bolan’s family, estate, original ex-members of T.Rex, and Bolan’s catalogue management. 

The band has been described by many as ‘beyond the boundaries of tribute’.Truly a rock’n’roll concert for all ages - If you would like to know exactly what a Marc Bolan concert was like in the 1970s, this show is for you!

Saturday February 25, 19:30. £34.00

From the producers of Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story comes the classic rock musical sensation that’s been rocking the nation for 20 years.

Starring Steve Steinman and an incredible cast of singers, dancers and musicians, this show will have you rocking in the aisles.

A tongue-in-cheek and laugh out loud storyline combined with an incredible stage set, lighting and sound, and a show like no other.

Featuring over 30 of the greatest classic rock anthems of all time, including Queen, AC/DC, Bonnie Tyler, Meat Loaf, Bon Jovi, Journey, Guns N’ Roses and many more.

“They should prescribe this show on the NHS” (Bournemouth Echo)

Saturday April 22, 19:30. £30, £29.00 Concession, £24.50 Members

This highly acclaimed production continues to captivate audiences across the UK with its spectacular celebration of the classic songbook that made The Carpenters a legend in the world of popular music, selling over 100 million albums and singles. This brand new show for 2020 once again features the outstanding vocal talents of Claire Furley, with Musical Director Phil Aldridge leading The Carpenters Story Orchestra as they re-create Richard Carpenter's original orchestral arrangements. Featuring all of The Carpenters' hit songs including (They Long To Be) Close To You, Yesterday Once More, We've Only Just Begun, Superstar, A Song For You, Rainy Days & Mondays and more!

Thursday May 4th. 19:30. £31.50, £46.50 VIP.
VIP, Meet & Greet £81.50 Available from the box office 01636 655755

Status Quo legend Francis Rossi is taking up his acoustic guitar to bring you a selection of well-known hits and some previously not-performed-live-before tunes. It’ll be a unique evening in which Francis will reprise fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career. Expect original-style, acoustic versions of Quo classics, threaded together with chat in this music based evening. VIP packages are available for those wishing to meet Francis before the show.

Saturday June 17, 19:30. £34.00

Anything For Love – The Meat Loaf Story - It’s all About the Music! 30th Anniversary Tour

Following his 2022 sell-out tour the highly acclaimed and No.1 recording artist, Steve Steinman,brings you his brand-new production featuring over 25 of Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman’s greatesthits. For over 30 years Steve has toured the world with his musical tribute to Jim Steinman andMeat Loaf.

With an incredible stage set, ten-piece live band combined with Steve’s well known sense ofhumour and stage presence, the show can only be described as awesome.

The show will have you up on your feet dancing and singing out loud to some of Meat Loaf’sgreatest hits including – Anything For Love – Bat Out Of Hell – Paradise By The Dashboard Light– Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth – Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad – Dead Ringer For Love– Total Eclipse Of The Heart and many, many more.