What's On
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Pamela Watling Watercolours, Drawings and PastelsMonday 4th June - Saturday 30th June - 10:00am (24 Shows)Pamela Watling (1928-2013) was born in Barnehurst, Kent. Although her academic specialism was textile design, she painted watercolours for pleasure throughout her life. Her pictures were chiefly landscapes, views of buildings, still-lifes and studies of people (models). Check out some of her work this month at Blackfriars. |
Boston Stories - New Perspectives Theatre CompanyREVUE BAR SHOWSunday 24th June - 2.00pm Over the past 6 weeks New Perspectives have been gathering stories, drawings, raps, songs, poems and artistic creations, visiting local schools and involving local groups - encouraging everyone living in and nearby the town to share what Boston means to you! Join us to discover what young Bostonians have to say, as they take to the stage at a fun arts event for all the family. MORE INFO + TICKETS  |
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A Fortunate Man - New Perspectives Theatre CompanyREVUE BAR SHOWSunday 24th June - 7.30pm Fifty years ago, writer John Berger and photographer Jean Mohr followed the working life of a country doctor, for what went on to become one of the most important books about medical practice. This striking mixed media performance takes the pulse of GP practice then and now, continuing the conversation in the 70th year of the NHS. |
The Comedy Tea HouseFriday 29th June - 8.00pmSelling out now on a regular basis, The Comedy Tea House is back again with an absolute belter! With four hilarious comedians and both bars open, it has the makings for another fantastic night out. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
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Fanfare Big Bandwith vocalist Joanne ShieldsSaturday 30th June - 7.30pm Fanfare Big Band are back with another programme of Big Band Swing and a few musical surprises. With guest vocalist Joanne Shields. |
A Quest To Dream ValleyJCADA Dance School presentFriday 6th July - Sunday 8th July - 7.00pm, 1.00pm (4 Shows) Josie Clarke Academy of Dance & Acrobatics leads you through a spell binding tale of make believe with exciting choreography and dazzling costumes! MORE INFO + TICKETS |
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The Magic of MusicalsBlackfriars Theatre Academy presentFriday 20th July - Saturday 21st July - 7.30pm (2 Shows) Blackfriars Theatre Academy bring you their end of term show. This promises to be another spectacular show including performances from the whole school. |
Grease The MusicalCentre Stage Academy presentFriday 27th July - Saturday 28th July - 7.00pm (2 Shows) Come and see the Centre Stage Academy students perform their version of Grease the Musical. Featuring all the unforgettable songs from the hit movie including You’re The One That I Want, Summer Nights, Hopelessly Devoted To You, Greased Lightnin’ and many more. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
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Last Night of the PromsSunday 9th September - 7.30pmJoin us again along with Kirton Brass Band and guest singers Trevor Fenton and Deborah Haynes for our second Last Night of the Proms. |
The Time MachineDyad Productions presentFriday 14th September - 7.30pm In Rebecca Vaughan and Elton Townend Jones’ re-invention of HG Wells’ classic, a Victorian explorer travels through time into tomorrow, discovering the fate of our endeavours; uncovering our darkest fears… MORE INFO + TICKETS |
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Julie Mclelland and The Band from County HellSaturday 15th September - 7.30pmBack again for 2018 - book early to avoid disappointment. |
Madam ButterflyHeritage Opera presentsSaturday 22nd September - 7.30pm Heritage Opera, Northwest England’s professional touring opera company, returns to Blackfriars Theatre and Arts Centre with Puccini’s ‘Madame Butterfly’- the heartbreaking story of Cio Cio San, the Nagasaki geisha, and her unwavering belief that the husband who married, then deserted her, Lieutenant BF Pinkerton of the United States Navy, will one day return. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
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The Comedy Tea HouseFriday 28th September - 8.00pmJoin us for the 4th Comedy Night of 2018. Four more different comedians are sure to make this a night to remember. |
As You Like ItThe Pantaloons presentsThursday 4th October - Friday 5th October - 7.30pm (2 Shows) The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons return to Blackfriars with their innovative and hilarious version of Shakespeare’s timeless comedy, with folky, foot-stomping live music and their own inimitable brand of buffoonery. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
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Crossing the TracksSaturday 6th October - 7.30pmWith repertoire drawn from country, blues, folk and classic rock and artists ranging from Rosanne Cash to Bonnie Raitt, James Taylor to Richard Thompson and Sheryl Crow to Fleetwood Mac, the seven performers have emerged as a critically acclaimed gigging band, each of them contributing their own style and experience to an eclectic and entertaining live set. |
VARIETY SOCIETYLili la Scala presentsFriday 12th October - 7.30pm Treat yourself to a date with international cabaret doyenne Lili la Scala (as seen on BBC1’s ‘All Together Now’) and her glittering cavalcade of Cabarati in this all new, old school variety show coming to Blackfriars Theatre. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
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Robert Temple - The HypnotistLIVE & OUTRAGEOUSFriday 26th October - 7.30pm Join leading hypnotist Robert Temple on a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud and hysterical ride to the centre of your imagination! This is YOUR chance to become the star of this unforgettable show. *NOT FOR THE EASILY OFFENDED. |
CoppeliaVienna Festival Ballet presentsSunday 2nd December - 2.00pm, 5.00pm (2 Shows) Returning by popular demand, Vienna Festival Ballet’s production of Coppélia promises to delight audiences of all ages. MORE INFO + TICKETS |
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