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Theatre Royal

Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB - under ½ mile - map

Website: www.theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk


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Contact: Box office: 01962 840440







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Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity Warm Up Gig Tuesday 27 August 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity Warm Up Gig - 7.30pm - Following the huge success of Ben Elton's critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to live comedy after a fifteen year hiatus, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road with his new show – Authentic Stupidity.
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One Night in Dublin Friday 30 August 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  One Night in Dublin - 7.30pm - The ultimate feel-good Irish music tribute show! Receiving rave reviews for its incredible musicians and great song choices, Middi and his award winning tribute band cover all of your favourite sing-along Irish classics including Galway Girl, Tell Me Ma, The Irish Rover, Dirty Old Town, Whiskey in the Jar, The Wild Rover, Black Velvet Band and many many more.
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I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical Saturday 31 August 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical - 7.30pm - This comedic musical revue reveals everything you could want to know about musical theatre, and the people who love it – on both sides of the curtain! Covering the journey from wide-eyed drama student to brattish diva or past-it chorus member, or bitter has-been (or never-was), this show lifts the lid on awful auditions, debilitating dance routines, mid-performance mishaps, backstage backstabbing, superfans and harsh critics – plus those magical moments that make it all worthwhile. Following four Edinburgh Fringe seasons and two London runs, this sell-out show comes on national tour having garnered an astonishing 50 five-star reviews, a West End Wilma award, and three award nominations.
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Categories   Live music  •  Comedy  •  Musical theatre

The DaVinci Michelangelo Experience Wednesday 04 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The DaVinci Michelangelo Experience - 7.30pm - Revel in an unforgettable journey through the Renaissance and rediscover the most exceptional artistic period in history. Join Mark Rodgers, Director of the production on a unique journey through the works of these giants of art and invention as your guide! Featuring videos, 3-D animation, film clips and images of Michelangelo and DaVinci's many sketches, inventions, machines, sculptures, codices and paintings. Mark's energy and passion are infectious, you will quickly find yourself immersed in the inspirational world of the Renaissance. The performance showcases these two legendary geniuses at their very best and looks at their works through a contemporary lens.
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An Evening of Musicals Thursday 05 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  An Evening of Musicals - 7pm - A special gala night fundraising for When You Wish Upon a Star. With special performers straight from the West End. Including ' Straight out of Hamilton' West End superstar, Sam Oladiende and 'Greatest Days' star and TikTok sensation Kitty Harris. Join us for An Evening of Musicals brought to you by Daisy Harris-Reid / Mum About Town.
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Categories   Live music  •  Musical theatre

An Evening Without Kate Bush Friday 06 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  An Evening Without Kate Bush - 7.30pm - Performed by Sarah-Louise Young Made with Russell Lucas Howl with the Hounds of Love and dance on the moors with Wuthering Heights! She's not there - but you are. Whether you've been a fan for decades or recently joined the shoal via the Stranger Things phenomenon, there has never been a better time to release your inner Bush and celebrate at this joyful, unique and mind-blowing show.
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The Elton John Show: The Ultimate Tribute Saturday 07 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The Elton John Show: The Ultimate Tribute - 7.30pm - The Elton John Show is the UK's newest and most exciting Elton John tribute show to hit the stage. With over 300 million records sold, Sir Elton John is the most successful singer-songwriter of his generation. A flamboyant mega-star, with a never ending back catalogue of incredible songs! From Rocket Man to Tiny Dancer, The Elton John Show brings "Young Elton" back to the stage at his energetic best.
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The Zoots: Sounds of the 60s Sunday 08 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The Zoots: Sounds of the 60s - 7.30pm - Experience THE Sixties tribute show that's wowing audiences around the world, selling out venues from the Palladium to Blackpool Tower– with the spectacular sounds of The Zoots! The show features legendary numbers by the best of the '60s artists including The Beatles, The Searchers, The Monkees, The Small Faces, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Shadows, The Four Seasons, Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark, The Who, The Stones, Van Morrison, Neil Diamond, Elvis and more.
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Vittorio Angelone: Who Do You Think You Are? I Am! Tuesday 10 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Vittorio Angelone: Who Do You Think You Are? I Am! - 7.30pm - Following the success of his ginormous 68 date run with 67 sold out shows (thanks Middlesbrough) viral sensation and all round great guy Vittorio Angelone is extending his tour into the Autumn! Having started comedy in 2018, Vittorio has already cultivated a huge online following from stand-up clips and podcasts, regularly amassing millions of views on various platforms. As well as co-hosting Mike & Vittorio’s Guide to Parenting alongside fellow comedian Mike Rice and co-creating the cult-hit YouTube show Fin vs The Internet he released his first comedy special Translations in September 2023 which has already amassed over 100 thousand views. Wow!
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Camille O'Sullivan: Loveletter Wednesday 11 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Camille O'Sullivan: Loveletter - 7.30pm - Chameleon-like on stage, Camille will perform songs and stories about loss, love, joy, light and darkness – some are hymnal and at other moments she will rock out, choosing music from her favourite writers Cave, Cohen, Bowie, Radiohead, Brel and Arcade Fire, along with some new originals presenting a one-off intimate evening.
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Steampunk Orchestra Friday 13 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Steampunk Orchestra - 7.30pm - Embark on a captivating journey through five decades of iconic music, enveloped in the mesmerising glow of vintage Edison bulbs. Step into a realm where classical elegance converges with the pulsating energy of classic rock, indie, and pop hits. Steampunk Orchestra are not just an orchestra; they are an immersive experience that bridges the gap between musical genres and eras. Experience this unique band's fusion of musical excellence and captivating steampunk aesthetics. Prepare to be transported into a fantastical world where gears, gadgets, and innovation collide with the soul-stirring melodies of iconic songs.
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Black Is The Color Of My Voice Monday 16 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Black Is The Color Of My Voice - 7.30pm - Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. Apphia Campbell's acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father. She reflects on the journey that took her from a young piano prodigy destined for a life in the service of the church, to a renowned jazz vocalist at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement. The show has played nationally and internationally to standing ovations from Shanghai and New York to Edinburgh and the West End of London. It recently toured Australia and won the Best Theatre Award at Adelaide Fringe 2024.
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Categories   Live music  •  Theatre

Su Pollard: Still Fully Charged Friday 20 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Su Pollard: Still Fully Charged - 7.30pm - Oh eck! It’s been 50 years… Meet Su and her accompanist live on stage to celebrate her 50 years in show business with a night of hilarious laughter, fabulous songs and wonderful stories! For 50 years the legendary Su Pollard has delighted audiences, starring in the nation's best-known TV shows and on stages around the globe in some of the world's most-loved musicals.
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Winchester Jazz Festival: An Evening with Jacqui Dankworth: In Concert Saturday 21 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Jazz Festival: An Evening with Jacqui Dankworth: In Concert - 7.30pm - Jacqui Dankworth - the imaginative and moving, award-winning vocalist, appears in concert, for one night only, at Theatre Royal Winchester. In this very special and intimate concert, audiences will be treated to a sparkling collection of songs drawn from her highly praised studio albums - including music from her much anticipated new studio album, Windmills.
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Categories   Live music  •  Music festival

Winchester Jazz Festival: YolanDa's Band Jam Sunday 22 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Jazz Festival: YolanDa's Band Jam - 2.30pm - YolanDa's Band Jam is the critically acclaimed CBeebies children's TV show presented by double MOBO award winning musician and broadcaster YolanDa Brown. Dubbed "Jools Holland for kids", YolanDa's Band Jam encourages children to discover the joys of music through dancing, singing and playing! YolanDa's Band Jam will expand children's knowledge about music and instruments, attune children's understanding of different musical sounds and styles, and inspire them to discover the wonders of music making.
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Categories   Live music  •  Music festival  •  Family

Winchester Jazz Festival: An Evening with YolanDa Brown Sunday 22 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Jazz Festival: An Evening with YolanDa Brown - 7.30pm - YolanDa Brown's, music is a delicious fusion of reggae, jazz and soul. YolanDa has toured with The Temptations, Jools Holland's Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, Billy Ocean and collaborated with artists such as Dave Stewart from Eurythmics, Snarky Puppy's Bill Laurance, Kelly Jones from Stereophonics and Rick Astley. She has composed music for the iconic Sesame Street. She was awarded an OBE for services to music, music education and broadcasting in the 2023 New Year Honours List by his Majesty the King. YolanDa's Band Jam for Cbeebies won the prestigious Royal Television Society award for best children's programmes. Jazz FM radio hosts her eponymous show YolanDa on Saturday every week where she showcases a wide range music from new and established artists. Described as the Jazz doyenne her music will have you dancing in your seat, with her tight band an evening of pure joy is promised from one of the UK's premier artists in UK Jazz today.
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Winchester Comedy Festival - Biscuit Barrel: The 69 Sketch Show Wednesday 25 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Comedy Festival - Biscuit Barrel: The 69 Sketch Show - 7.30pm - In this extended edition of the sell-out Edinburgh Fringe show, prepare for 85 sketches performed in one evening! Featuring slapstick, absurd characters, and wordplay at break-neck speed. This is the speed of TikTok put on a stage.
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Categories   Comedy  •  Comedy festival

Comedy - Fern Brady: I Gave You Milk To Drink Thursday 26 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Fern Brady: I Gave You Milk To Drink - 7.30pm - Scotland's queen of comedy Fern Brady (Taskmaster, Live at the Apollo, Roast Battle, Russell Howard, The Last Leg) is back on tour with a brand new show. What happens when you get everything you want and it's not enough? This is a great show to come and see if you are a fan of the Scottish comedian Fern Brady.
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Winchester Comedy Festival: Autumn Gala 2024 Friday 27 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Comedy Festival: Autumn Gala 2024 - 7.30pm - Shazia Mirza, Sean McLoughlin, Andrew White and Tom Deacon (MC). Line up subject to change.
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Comedy - Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn Saturday 28 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn - 7.30pm - Award-deserving German Comedy Ambassador Henning Wehn takes an unbiased look at climate change, a topic sure to delight audiences and no surprise. After all, everyone loves talking about the weather. Rain or shine, all will be fine. Or maybe it won’t. Who knows?! Come along. Or else.
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Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster Sunday 29 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster - 7.30pm - Solo again, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show.
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Nick Cope's Family Show Sunday 29 September 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Nick Cope's Family Show - 11am - Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years, he performs with his guitar and stunning animations to sell-out crowds all over the country. His fanatical following of little and not so little fans has grown immeasurably over the last couple of years due to the phenomenal success of the CBeebies show Nick Cope's Popcast, now in its third series. Nick has a magical way of reaching into people's hearts, igniting children's imagination in an organic, unpatronizing, educational and fun way. With his charming songs and humour Nick engages, entertains, and enthrals all generations of the family. Nick's live performances are legendary and appeal to children and adults alike. If you haven't heard his songs or seen his shows before, come along and find out what you've been missing.
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Sanctuary Local Talent Night Thursday 03 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Sanctuary Local Talent Night - 7pm - An evening of performance from refugee artists in our district.
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Categories   Live music  •  Theatre  •  Dance

Pleading Stupidity Tuesday 15 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Pleading Stupidity - 7.30pm - Chad and Brad robbed a bank. They were on their gap year, and they were bored. We've all been there. Turns out, Chad and Brad suck at robbing banks. They were wearing their name tags from work, took selfies with the stolen cash, and their getaway plan was… flawed. Did we mention this is a true story? In court, their only defence was Pleading Stupidity. Now, they're out of prison, and we've brought them* to Winchester with the bank tellers they robbed that day**. They're here to bring you the true story*** of two ripper Australian legends and their crazy adventures in Colorado. They just have to agree on how to tell it… After a hugely successful run at The Pleasance at 2023's Edinburgh Fringe, Maybe You Like It are bringing Pleading Stupidity to Theatre Royal Winchester for one night only. Featuring high-energy, physical comedy, frenetic action, and verbatim speech. *not really them **not really the bank tellers they robbed that day ***It really is a true story.
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Ivo Graham: Grand Design Friday 18 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Ivo Graham: Grand Design - 7.30pm - Fumbling a flute on Would I Lie To You, combusting over a Cork accent on BBC Radio 5 Live, scaring Diane from the Traitors with a T-shirt of her face. What (yoghurt and) banana skins await Ivo next? No ball games, no blind alleys, no backstage printers this year: just one of the best stand-ups of his generation back to prove he's not just Taskmaster's yardstick for failure but "on this form, as funny as anyone in town." (The Times).
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Comedy - Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Peacock Saturday 19 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Peacock - 7.30pm - Star of Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You and QI, Kiri Pritchard-McLean is back with a brand new tour, her funniest and most personal to date. Prepare for a joyous and uplifting show from a comedian known for making "powerhouse stand-up from the thorniest of subjects" (The Guardian).
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Gigspanner Big Band: New Album Preview Tour Tuesday 22 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Gigspanner Big Band: New Album Preview Tour - 7.30pm - The Gigspanner Big Band are a unique force in British folk music… Their high-energy, virtuosic performances appeal equally to traditionalists and to those looking for something more experimental, and they have garnered praise from publications as varied as fRoots, The Telegraph and The Wire, where they were described as "melodically folk-rooted yet open and innovative beyond the constraints of genre".
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Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers: In Time 30th Anniversary Tour Wednesday 23 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers: In Time 30th Anniversary Tour - 7pm - Join the celebration of Mugenkyo's landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big beats, visual treats & vital energy. Taking the audience on a journey 'in time', a thrilling ride through their 30 years, the concert is a full theatrical experience, with dynamic choreography and heart-pounding rhythms contrasting with atmospheric soundscapes.
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Comedy - Ruby Wax: I’m Not As Well As I Thought I Was Thursday 24 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Ruby Wax: I’m Not As Well As I Thought I Was - 7.30pm - After a complete sell-out first run in 2023, Ruby Wax's rawest, darkest, funniest and most compelling stage show yet announces brand new dates for 2024, thanks to enormous demand.
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Comedy - Milton Jones: Ha!Milton Saturday 26 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Milton Jones: Ha!Milton - 7.30pm - This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn't make a song and dance about it. He has more important things to discuss. Like giraffes… and there's a bit about tomatoes. You might know him from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo or Radio 4. Or that time he stood for the Scottish National Party, fought a hard campaign, but in the end had to respect the wishes of the people of Cardiff. A whole new show of daftness. You know it makes sense. WARNING *contains jokes from the start
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R.O.G.E.R Radio Attempts Frankenstein Tuesday 29 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  R.O.G.E.R Radio Attempts Frankenstein - 7pm - The charming R.O.G.E.R. Radio Company they will perform a live radio play of the spine-tingling classic Frankenstein! What could possibly go wrong? Just about everything in this hilarious homage to the glory days of radio. Battling through the loss of their foley artist, the misbehaving props and the actors' rivalry the talented R.O.G.E.R. Radio Company bring this vintage story to life in a whole new way.
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Categories   Comedy  •  Theatre

Do Not Play This Piano Wednesday 30 October 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Do Not Play This Piano - 2pm - Written and performed by Will Pickvance William's school report is not good. But his tricks on the piano are so impressive, his teachers have picked him to play at the prestigious concert for Mozart's birthday celebrations in the city of Salzburg. Trouble is, he only does tricks. Mozart, via the blues, tango and rock'n'roll (and a roll of gaffer tape). A chase through Salzburg. A moonlit haunted house. Enter Mozart, to swap genius wisdom for a glimpse of the future.
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Categories   Live music  •  Theatre  •  Family

Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate Wednesday 06 November 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate - Winchester Musicals and Opera Society's website: www.wmos.org.uk. Musical and operatic society Always friendly and welcoming Winchester Musicals & Opera Society has been entertaining Hampshire audiences since 1913. They enjoy performing a full range of musicals, operetta and light opera in the beautiful Edwardian setting of The Theatre Royal Winchester, enhanced by a Musical Director and live orchestra.
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Categories   Musical theatre

Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate Thursday 07 November 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate - Winchester Musicals and Opera Society's website: www.wmos.org.uk. Musical and operatic society Always friendly and welcoming Winchester Musicals & Opera Society has been entertaining Hampshire audiences since 1913. They enjoy performing a full range of musicals, operetta and light opera in the beautiful Edwardian setting of The Theatre Royal Winchester, enhanced by a Musical Director and live orchestra.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate Friday 08 November 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate - Winchester Musicals and Opera Society's website: www.wmos.org.uk. Musical and operatic society Always friendly and welcoming Winchester Musicals & Opera Society has been entertaining Hampshire audiences since 1913. They enjoy performing a full range of musicals, operetta and light opera in the beautiful Edwardian setting of The Theatre Royal Winchester, enhanced by a Musical Director and live orchestra.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate Saturday 09 November 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Winchester Musicals and Opera Society: Kiss Me, Kate - Winchester Musicals and Opera Society's website: www.wmos.org.uk. Musical and operatic society Always friendly and welcoming Winchester Musicals & Opera Society has been entertaining Hampshire audiences since 1913. They enjoy performing a full range of musicals, operetta and light opera in the beautiful Edwardian setting of The Theatre Royal Winchester, enhanced by a Musical Director and live orchestra.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Echoes by Mi Flamenco Thursday 14 November 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Echoes by Mi Flamenco - 7.30pm - Mi Flamenco's evocative multimedia production, Echoes, combines engaging filmic imagery, emotive flamenco dance and soul-stirring music and voice. Wild, beautiful, and contradictory, Spain has captured the minds of travellers, poets and artists for centuries. It has also invited cliché and criticism. Blending personal reflections of Spain with the power and poise of flamenco, these skilled dancers and musicians give audiences a very particular vision through Mi Flamenco's artistic lens. Lose yourself in an immersive experience of flamenco sights and sounds.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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Beatles Complete Friday 15 November 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Beatles Complete - 7.30pm - Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time. This Liverpool based 'beat combo' are the youngest ever Beatles band to gain a residency at the Cavern Club in Liverpool where they still perform every Thursday and Saturday, packing the club out and creating a unique Beatles vibe. All four members are accomplished multi-instrumentalists allowing them to span right across The Beatles' recording history, from Please Please Me right through to Let It Be.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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Andy Zaltzman: The Zaltgeist Saturday 16 November 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Andy Zaltzman: The Zaltgeist - 7.30pm - With the 3rd millennium almost 2.5% complete, Andy Zaltzman, one of the UK's leading satirical comedians, assesses the state of Planet Earth and its most famous and controversial species – the human race. In the biggest stand-up tour of his career, Andy will attempt to concoct vaguely plausible answers to perennial questions such as What?, Who?, Where?, and above all Why? As chair of The News Quiz since 2020, Andy has brought his inventive brand of satirical comedy to BBC Radio 4's long-running flagship topical comedy show, earning the show multiple awards, critical acclaim and a growing listenership.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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The Scummy Mummies Christmas Show Tuesday 10 December 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The Scummy Mummies Christmas Show - 7.30pm - Ho, Ho, Ho… it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Show! Due to popular demand, comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson are bringing their special Christmas themed comedy show back to Winchester. Expect scummy carols, yuletide sketches, festive stand-up and very scummy Santa stories! Book your tickets now, before it sells out! Guaranteed to make you feel normal about your parenting skills, or very smug about being child-free. Bring your mates, pop a panty liner in, and let's party!
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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The Scummy Mummies Christmas Show Wednesday 11 December 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  The Scummy Mummies Christmas Show - 7.30pm - Ho, Ho, Ho… it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Show! Due to popular demand, comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson are bringing their special Christmas themed comedy show back to Winchester. Expect scummy carols, yuletide sketches, festive stand-up and very scummy Santa stories! Book your tickets now, before it sells out! Guaranteed to make you feel normal about your parenting skills, or very smug about being child-free. Bring your mates, pop a panty liner in, and let's party!
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Celebrate Voice at Christmas Friday 20 December 2024
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Celebrate Voice at Christmas - 7.30pm - Experience a magical festive celebration, with Celebrate Voice at Christmas! A dazzling variety performance of opera, show songs, cabaret and festive numbers, plus carols for the whole audience to join in. Performed by a dazzling array of professional singers, and giving a platform to young upcoming local talent, this show is renowned for its charm, warmth and rousing, inclusive style. Celebrate Voice Christmas shows have enjoyed sell-out performances in the festival's home-town of Salisbury since 2013 and bring their celebrated show to Winchester for the first time. This Christmas concert provides everything you need to get in the festive spirit!
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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Michael starring Ben Wednesday 15 January 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Michael starring Ben - 7.30pm - Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic. Michael® Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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Oh What a Night! Saturday 18 January 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Oh What a Night! - 7.30pm - Oh What A Night! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more. Selling over 100 million records worldwide, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons secured their place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 Oh What A Night! combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia which always leaves audiences wanting more.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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Oh What a Night! Sunday 19 January 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Oh What a Night! - 3pm - Oh What A Night! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more. Selling over 100 million records worldwide, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons secured their place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 Oh What A Night! combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia which always leaves audiences wanting more.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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Comedy - Jenny Eclair: Jokes Jokes Jokes Live! Thursday 06 February 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Jenny Eclair: Jokes Jokes Jokes Live! - 7.30pm - In celebration of the release of her hilarious memoir of the same name, comedian, novelist, and professional show-off Jenny Eclair comes to venues nationwide with a brand-new autobiographical show.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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RAISE THE OOF with John Shuttleworth Wednesday 12 February 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  RAISE THE OOF with John Shuttleworth - 7.30pm - Radio 4 favourite, comedy legend, and 'the 42nd best reason to love Britain' (The Telegraph) John Shuttleworth, is back with more hilarious stories and songs performed on his trusty Yamaha organ (with built-in auto accompaniment!). In RAISE THE OOF John celebrates 40 years in showbiz. Yes, it was 1985 when he met TV's Clarinet Man - next door neighbour Ken Worthington who came last on New Faces in 73 (Tony Hatch crucified him!).
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Comedy - Lou Sanders: No Kissing in the Bingo Hall Sunday 13 April 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Lou Sanders: No Kissing in the Bingo Hall - 7.30pm - A show about being human-can you relate??? Just like Tom Cruise does all his own stunts, I'm going to do all my own jokes! A deep, dumb show for the masses. Star of Dancing On Ice (ITV), champion of Taskmaster (Channel 4), co-host of Mel Giedroyc's Unforgivable (Dave), regular on QI (BBC) and as seen on The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS) and Would I Lie To You? (BBC).
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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Harry Hill: New Bits & Greatest Hits Tuesday 22 April 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Harry Hill: New Bits & Greatest Hits - 7.30pm - The Badger Parade is back on! Join me on my Diamond Jubilee lap of honour as I celebrate 60 Glorious Years of fun, laughter and low level disruption! Marvel! As I offer new insights into the hot topics of the day such as the demise of the SCART lead, The Culture Wars, the differences between crab sticks and rhubarb and the origins of Tirimisu! Guffaw with delight! As I delve into my back catalogue using my patented 'Old Bit Randomiser' for old favourites like 'Interspecies Tennis', 'The time I went up in the Space Shuttle' and 'When Nan got her hair caught in the knitting'! Cough Awkwardly! As Gary ,(my son from my first marriage) attempts to take over the business again. Tap your Feet! As Stouffer The Cat spits a little Steflon Don! Watch in Wonder! at the return of The Badger Parade with guest appearances from The Knitted Character and Abu Hamster. Plus one lucky audience member will get to join me in a double act! SO GET ON BOARD THE LAUGHTER TRAIN!
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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Alex Mitchell: Tics towards Puffection Sunday 25 May 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Alex Mitchell: Tics towards Puffection - 7.30pm - Britain’s Got Talent 2024 finalist, Alex Mitchell is an autistic comic with functional neurological disorder (FND). He uses self-deprecating humour - laughing at himself, his neurodivergence, disability and sexuality - to reflect on some of the most difficult subjects within his own life and wider society.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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MANIA: The ABBA Tribute Friday 12 September 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  MANIA: The ABBA Tribute - 7.30pm - Direct from London's West End, MANIA is accepted as the world’s number one ABBA tribute show. A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. It is more than 40 years since ABBA won the Eurovision Song Contest and they have filled our lives with music ever since.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
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MANIA: The ABBA Tribute Saturday 13 September 2025
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  MANIA: The ABBA Tribute - 7.30pm - Direct from London's West End, MANIA is accepted as the world’s number one ABBA tribute show. A special concert which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, this production revives memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. It is more than 40 years since ABBA won the Eurovision Song Contest and they have filled our lives with music ever since.
Theatre Royal website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk
Theatre Royal on Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester
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TUESDAY 27 AUGUST 2024

Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity Warm Up Gig

Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity Warm Up Gig

Venue: Theatre Royal
7.30pm
Following the huge success of Ben Elton's critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to live comedy after a fifteen year hiatus, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road with his new show – Authentic Stupidity.


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