Rebellion fringe featuring some of the most interesting new punk bands across the UK, Brazil & North America – The Melbies, Sex Aids, Subalternos andPublic Serpents.
Late night show with pioneers of the Grime Punk subculture, Riskee & The Ridicule! Described as "a bombshell of challenging themes" (Kerrang!) and “a focused assault that hits you in the heart like a hammer” (Mass Movement) - the Kent quartet aren't about to slow down with new music for 2020.
An internationally-acclaimed musical celebrating the life and music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Their distinctive sound, harmonies and acapella captured and held an audience leaving a legacy of great music and catchy tunes that have been the backdrop to so many pop culture moments through history. Featuring big hits Sherry, December ’63 and Walk Like a Man to name a few.
Hopelessly devoted fans of this timeless classic are invited to see the love story of Danny and Sandy live in Blackpool. Featuring all the old classics like Greased Lighting, Summer Lovin’ and You’re the One that I Want plus new music, this fast-paced, high-energy performance choreographed by Arlene Phillips promises to transport you straight back to Rydell High.
Entrants compete in Ballroom & Latin Titles and The Icon Classical Sequence Titles. This evening of top-notch amateur dance will see budding juniors and senior competitors battle it out to be crowned the best in their category.
A glittering evening to honour the Dance Profession in Ballroom, Classical Sequence, Latin, Freestyle and Theatre. Presented by former Strictly Star Vito Coppola and choreographed by legendary Duncan Trever, this promises to be an evening of great talent and stunning dance.
Critically acclaimed Ensemble Theatre bring the delicious musical Charlie and The Chocolate Factory to The Grand this summer. It’s a tastetastical treat for the whole family featuring the unforgettable hit songs from the original movie along with new songs from the hit writing team of Hairspray.
Mr Blue Sky is back once more as ELO Again make a welcome return with their stunning Re-Discovery Tour celebrating the famous orchestrations, soaring strings and vocals of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra and giving a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday, with great sound reproduction, light show and visual effects.
Don’t miss this slice of suspense as part of the gripping Tales from Paradise Heights series from writer/director Joe O’Byrne. Sean Ginty is a café owner who is a father figure to both his staff, and it seems to be a quiet idyllic existence for all. But who is the mysterious Angel of The Heights, and more disturbingly – is something haunting the café? When a woman turns up in the café late one night, a chain of events is set in motion that will have devastating effects on all their lives. Today’s special is revenge…
TV star Cheryl Fergison switches Albert Square for Blackpool to share stories from her 35+ year career on stage and screen. After spending many years in London playing Heather Trott in Eastenders, Cheryl uprooted herself and her love of Blackpool brought her to the North West where she has lived since. Cheryl will be sharing stories, singing from her wide repertoire and sharing film clips.