2006
guest concert archive 2007
2008
February - March - April - June - July
August - September - October - November - December
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and dave
- sold out Sunday 7 January 2007 | 7.30pm £16 | £14 concession The legendary cockney duo perform their greatest hits including Rabbit, Ain’t No Pleasing You, Gertcha, Sideboard Song and many more. |
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spring
season 2007 |
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diva diva the three british sopranos Thursday 18 January 2007 | 7.30pm £15 Something for everyone as three accomplished British sopranos perform a lively mix of popular opera, operetta, classical songs and hits from West End and Broadway shows. |
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jive
aces - sold
out Friday 19 January 2007 | 7.30pm £12.50 The UK’s top Jive and swing band perform fresh new arrangements of swing, jive and R&B classics made famous by the greats such as Louis Prima (Just a Gigolo), Louis Jordan (Five Guys Named Mo), Cab Calloway (Minnie the Moocher), Count Basie, Benny Goodman and Louis Armstrong. Infectious rhythm, slapping bass and irresistible humour - this show is guaranteed to go with a swing! Beat the cold winter blues with some hot jive action! |
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london
community gospel choir - sold
out Saturday 20 January 2007 | 7pm £17.50 | £15.50 concession Energetic, inspiring and utterly breathtaking - the London Community Gospel Choir are a class act not to be missed. Their lively show features original work alongside rousing numbers such as Oh Happy Day, Swing Low Sweet Chariot and Amazing Grace. Britain's premier gospel choir are renowned for spectacular performances. The group have supported Madonna at Live 8, played at the Glastonbury Festival and recorded the soundtrack for the Disney classic The Lion King. You can even hear their magnificent sound on Embrace’s Official 2006 England World Cup Song. Beautiful melodies, glorious rich harmonies and invigorating choreography make their performance a feast for the eyes and ears - watch them raise the roof!
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colliery band
- sold out Sunday 4 February 2007 | 3.30pm £15 Fresh from winning the 2006 National Championships the big brass band featured in the film Brassed Off make a welcome return to the Queen’s. Enjoy the glorious sound of this world famous band from Yorkshire as they perform all your favourite classics with passion and style. |
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chicago
and beyond - sold
out Sunday 11 February 2007 | 7.30pm £16 | £13 under 16s A rollercoaster ride through the most popular musicals. Includes Mr Bojangles, Big Spender, It Had to Be You, a jazzy West Side Story medley and many more. Featuring Zoë Tyler, judge on Andrew Lloyd Webber’s BBC TV talent show How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria and star of the West End (Smokey Joe’s Café, Les Misérables and Fame). Backed by an amazing cast of West End performers. This is the biggest and jazziest extravaganza 2007 has to offer! |
country
music ’n’ fun A fun-packed evening featuring some of the most popular acts on the country music scene: The Deans, Carole Gordon and Bob Newman and the inimitable master of music and mirth Tony Best. |
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val
doonican - sold
out Saturday 10 March 2007 | 7.30pm £16 A sparkling evening of music, wit and repartee from this legendary performer. Val Doonican has been keeping us entertained for over fifty years with his songs and stories. His live shows are a rare treat so don’t miss his return to Hornchurch. |
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the
spirit of ireland - sold out Sunday 18 March 2007 | 7.30pm £16 | £14 concession A spectacular evening of traditional Irish dance and music perfectly performed by an award-winning company of 8 dancers, 4 musicians and a singer. Long before Riverdance, The Spirit of Ireland took international audiences by storm with this stunning, high energy show. |
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the
big chris barber band - sold
out Monday 19 March 2007 | 7.30pm £15 | £14 concession Acclaimed British trombonist Chris Barber leads his fabulous 11-piece Big Band in an exciting mix of traditional jazz and blues. From his roots in New Orleans style and their signature tune Bourbon Street Parade to the music of Duke Ellington and Sidney Bechet and the soulful blues of Miles Davis, this is a true celebration of the sounds and styles Chris Barber has cherished through more than 50 years of music. |
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u2uk Monday 26 March 2007 | 7.30pm £15 U2UK recreate the ultimate live U2 experience, from The Rattle and Hum tour, through Zoo TV, Popmart, and Elevation right up to the recent Vertigo Tour. Expect songs to suit every U2 fan with classics such as Electric Co, Bad, Sunday Bloody Sunday, Pride (In the Name of Love), With or Without You, New Years Day, Where the Streets Have No Name, Elevation, Vertigo, Sometimes, Love and Peace and many more. |
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forever
in blue jeans Friday 6 April 2007 3.30pm | £14 || 7.30pm | £15.50 A spectacular new show for 2007. A cast of 10 terrific singers, dancers and musicians perform all your favourites from the 50s, 60s and 70s. High energy, hit songs, hot dance and side-splitting comedy. Bring the whole family for the biggest party in town! |
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sing-a-long-a
joseph Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical is one of the most popular shows in the world. Now the multi-million pound film of the original stage version, starring Donny Osmond, comes to the Queen’s with on-screen lyrics so everyone can join in. With fancy dress competitions, fun bags, dancing and classic songs such as Close Every Door, Any Dream will Do and Go, Go, Go Joseph this is irresistible fun for the whole family! “It’s stunningly made… an instant classic” Daily Mail |
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sing-a-long-a
rocky horror show
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lee
hurst
- sold out Sunday 15 April 2007 | 7.30pm £15 | £13 concession | £14 comedy club members Join one of the most prolific and hilarious stand-up comedians around, known to millions as the bald-headed, quick-witted panellist on BBC One’s They Think It’s All Over. Book early! |
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you
must remember this Saturday 21 April 2007 | 2.30pm £10 A nostalgic trip down memory lane. Includes all the great songs from the 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s and the musical memories of Judy Garland, Edith Piaf, Frank Sinatra, Irving Berlin, Ivor Novello and Cole Porter. |
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phoenix
dance theatre An entertaining and inspiring evening of dance from one of Britain’s leading companies, as they celebrate a variety of work by international choreographers. “The action is hot and full of physical pyrotechnics” The Guardian “Don’t miss them” The Sunday Express |
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barry
cryer - sold out This show is a must for all of you who are tired of hearing the same old jokes. You even get a chance to join in by placing a topic in Barry’s Bucket before the start of the show, demonstrating his scintillating spontaneity to tell a joke about any subject on earth! |
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sweethearts |
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stacey
kent, jim tomlinson and musicians “I could listen to Stacey Kent sing morning, noon and night, from here to eternity” Humphrey Lyttelton, BBC Radio 2 “Timeless, artful and utterly gorgeous” Time Out |
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voulez
vous - sold
out Sunday 1 July 2007 | 7.30pm £16 | £14 concession The ABBA story using narration and multi-screen projection alongside all of their greatest hits. For all the Dancing Queens who want to say Thank You for the Music! |
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manhattan
swing band Sunday 8 July 2007 | 7.30pm £15 Freddy Staff, Lee Gibson and the Manhattan Swing Band bring you an evening of romantic ballads and great swing hits from the golden era of big band music. |
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simply
sinatra - sold out A celebration of the songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, performed by the very best in the business. Tracing Ol’ Blue Eyes’ career from the early big band days through the swinging 50s with an exciting programme drawn from the famous Songs for Swinging Lovers, In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning, Come Fly With Me and Sinatra’s other top selling Capitol albums. “He sounds like a young Sinatra” John Richards (BBC Radio) describing Nick Dawson |
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last
of the summer wine treading the boards Saturday 28 July 2007 | 7.30pm £12.50 For 27 years Bill Owen charmed audiences as Compo in the World’s longest running comedy series. Now his son Tom Owen, an actor of 40 years who followed his father into Last of the Summer Wine, tells Bill Owen’s fascinating life story through anecdotes, narrative, film and song. |
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the
dead ringer from hell Meat Loaf meets the West End in this Hellish Rock Opera that is bringing audiences all across the country to their feet. This is a Meat Loaf show that you don’t have to be a Meat Loaf fan to enjoy. If you love motorcycles, madness, and great Rock and Roll then book now see The Dead Ringer From Hell. 'Outstanding!' The Stage If you looked forward to dressing up for the Rocky Horror Picture Show you’ll love The Dead Ringer from Hell. Come dressed as a biker or a rocker and join the fun. Direct from the USA with all Meat Loaf's greatest hits! |
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music
hall Wednesday 1 August 2007 | 3pm £10 A top cast of Old Tyme Musical Hall performers fill the Queen’s Theatre stage for an afternoon packed full of a great variety of music, dance, comedy and your favourite songs from way back when. Featuring the renowned Johnny Dennis as your chairman, the song and dance man Ian Adams, comedian Peter John, songstress Jan Hunt, the incredible young ukulele player Mark Walsh, soprano Katie Milton and musical director Laurence Payne. |
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Asian
Women’s Association of Havering presents bollywood evening Sunday 19 August 2007 | 6.30pm – 10.30pm £10 A vibrant musical night of Bollywood melodies new and old performed by the internationally acclaimed Simon and Friends. In 2004 Simon represented the UK on one of the biggest Asian TV networks, Zee TV. The price of your ticket also includes a mouth-watering selection of Indian dishes… a sumptuous evening of music and food! |
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harmony
brass ensemble Tuesday 21 August 2007 | 8pm £7.50 The South-East's leading 10-piece brass ensemble are as versatile and entertaining as you can get. With a great reputation for virtuoso performances and a light-hearted approach, their passion is infectious and their programme always offers a great musical mix. |
autumn
season 2007 |
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syd
lawrence orchestra |
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killer queen
- sold out Sunday 2 September 2007 | 7.30pm £17 A stunning stage show with terrific special effects and unforgettable music – just like Queen themselves. Fronted by Patrick Myers, they have been recreating the live Queen experience for over 10 years, winning them the title of World Tribute Band of the Year. Includes the biggest and best Queen hits. |
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an
evening with colin dexter author of inspector morse Tuesday 18 September 2007 | 8pm £15 | £13.50 concession Spend a charming evening in the company of one of Britain’s most fascinating writers - the world renowned author of the Inspector Morse novels that inspired the hit TV series. This is a unique chance to hear Colin Dexter read from his own work and the actor Gabriel Woolf (Colin’s all time favourite BBC Radio voice, and star of Doctor Who) read classic passages from the greats - Hardy, Dickens, Brönte and AE Housman. |
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noise ensemble The hit stage spectacular returns to the Queen’s following standing ovations worldwide. 10 talented young performers and over 100 instruments explode onto the stage, blending the beat of their dynamic percussive sound with stunning visual effects and masterful choreography. Majestic sounds,
moments of laughter and breathtaking talent make Noise Ensemble
an outstanding theatrical and musical experience, leaving audiences
cheering for more. |
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humphrey
lyttelton and his band The British jazz legend returns to the Queen’s for a night of scintillating music and humour. As a bandleader for nearly 60 years he has never been busier, equally at home on BBC Radio’s I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue and The Best of Jazz. |
“Laugh
out loud funny… “Hilariously
funny! See it even if you haven’t got one”
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the
vagina monologues - sold out A collection of highly original, intimate and amusing stories. Sex has never been so funny or poignant! Based on Eve Ensler’s interviews with women from all around the world, this witty and moving show gives voice to a chorus of outrageous, brave and human tales. A staggering number of the world's most talented women, (from Kate Winslet to Jerry Hall) have performed in this global hit. If you haven’t seen it yet, then don’t miss the ultimate girls’ night out. This is a must-see show for women everywhere… trust us! As sharp as Sex and the City, as unmissable as Friends and as funny as Smack the Pony. Suitable for ages 15+. Includes sexually explicit language.
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the
buddy holly collection
- sold out A fast and furious rock ’n’ rollercoaster ride through the hits of the 50s, including That’ll Be the Day, Peggy Sue, It Doesn’t Matter Anymore, Raining in My Heart and Oh Boy! Starring some of the West End’s most multi-talented performers, (whose credits include Buddy, Return to the Forbidden Planet and Jailhouse Rock) they’ve been rocking the world for fifteen years with a wonderful mix of music and comedy. You know you’re in for a great Saturday night out! |
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bluesmoke Enjoy a laid-back Sunday evening in the Queen’s Foyer whilst relaxing to the sublime sounds of Bluesmoke. Fronted by the Queen’s very own musical director Carol Sloman, this brilliant four-piece band share the songs they love with a great mix of popular standards, jazz and blues. |
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the famous potatoes 8 great musicians play the type of music they like to call ‘soil music’ – because it’s earthy! A lively celebration of Irish folk songs, airs, ballads, ditties jigs and reels that will leave you breathless and in need of a swift pint of the black stuff! |
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squadronaires
- sold out A special concert in aid of SSAFA Forces Help as we swing with the Squadronaires! Recent credits for this top band have taken them from Ronnie Scott’s jazz club in London to backing Will Young at Highgrove House. |
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counterfeit
stones
- sold out Rocking through over 40 years of classic Rolling Stones hits, with stunningly accurate live renditions of their music alongside comedy film clips that lovingly (and laughingly) cover the history of the Stones from 1963. Book early - this show always sells out! “If
I close my eyes, it’s like hearing a fresh and young version
of the real thing…” |
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it’s
the fifties! A delightful Saturday afternoon of toe-tapping tunes as Britain’s best known big band singers sing the songs made famous by Pet Clark, Alma Cogan, Judy Garland, Matt Monro, Guy Mitchell, Frankie Laine, The Shadows, Bill Haley and Russ Conway. Featuring the Brian Dee Band and Colin Green on guitar. |
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pete corrigan and friends Don’t miss Pete in a new line-up with a great new swinging sound! |
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moscow
ballet – la classique
- sold out sleeping beauty Wednesday 24 October 2007 | 2.30pm | 7.30pm £19 | £14 under 16s Following their sell-out show last year, a hand picked selection of some of Russia’s finest dancers return for another stunning performance. Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous music fills the air and wondrous characters come to life as this internationally acclaimed company transports you to a faraway magical land. A prick from a needle, hidden in flowers by the wicked Fairy Carabose, sends Princess Aurora into her one hundred year sleep, only to be rescued by the kiss of her Prince. A glorious ballet for all ages to enjoy. |
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sunday sounds A soothing Sunday evening of music from two excellent singer-songwriters! Terry Daniels will be performing his acoustic favourites alongside songs from his acclaimed debut solo album My Disappearing Place. He is joined by special guest Kristie Scotland who at the age of 14 is already recording her debut CD From Both Sides, to be released later this year. Wind-down after the weekend in the relaxed surroundings of the Queen’s Foyer! You can hear these two original artistes in action at www.somebodysmusic.com |
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a musical celebration From show tunes to standards… the West End heads out east for a fun and entertaining evening of cabaret. Starring members the Queen’s professional resident company cut to the chase… and guests. |
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right
royal romp! More stand-up than you can shake a stick at! If you love a good laugh then get yourself down to the Queen’s for this extra special night of comedy, when a great line-up of the country’s best comedians will fill the stage. Acts contain adult language. |
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the hoo-hah conspiracy… Welcome, my dears, to the strange, unseemly underworld of The Hoo-Hah Club. Think Rocky Horror Show in lower heels, think Return to the Forbidden Planet with gingerbread men. Think what you like! You’ve never seen a show like this before! Weird and wonderful characters, rocking music from their award-winning album Telling Tales, off-the-wall comedy and a gratifyingly FREE Hoo-Hah ‘tipple’ and gingerbread man. But that’s all we’re telling you – it’s a SECRET cabaret!
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omnibus Three of England’s top vintage jazz musicians give you an entertaining mix of 1920s and 30s jazz, music hall and novelty items with familiar tunes and some obscure treats along the way. |
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community gospel choir Back by popular demand following last year’s sell out show. Their energetic show features original work alongside numbers such as Oh Happy Day, Swing Low Sweet Chariot and Amazing Grace. The group have supported Madonna at Live 8, played at the Glastonbury Festival, recorded the soundtrack for Disney’s The Lion King and sung on the 2006 Official England World Cup Song. Beautiful melodies, glorious harmonies and funky gospel flair make this a feast for the eyes and ears – watch them raise the roof!
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carols
by candlelight - sold
out the locrian ensemble with jill washington Thursday 6 December 2007 | 7.30pm £17 | £15 concession With lavish period costumes and ornate candle-lit setting, this is the perfect atmosphere to get your family Christmas celebrations off to a festive start. The spirit of Christmas with Yuletide favourites, Arias from Handel’s Messiah, Corelli's Christmas Concerto and of course the most popular Christmas carols for you to join in with. The Locrian are one of Britain's best-loved musical groups consisting of musicians of the highest international calibre. They are joined by Jill Washington (West End star of Phantom of the Opera) and special guest presenter Evelyn Grant, from Lyric FM. |
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glenn
miller orchestra Re-live the big band sounds of the 40s with a performance packed full of popular tunes arranged Glenn Miller style. What better way to swing your way into the festive season! |
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talon
- sold out Now in their tenth phenomenal year, Talon are set to bring you one of their most awe-inspiring shows yet. Featuring all the classic Eagles hits plus solo tracks from Henley, Walsh and Frey. Lyin’ Eyes, Hotel California, Take it to the Limit, Best of my Love, New Kid in Town, Heartache Tonight, Tequila Sunrise, Desperado... the hits go on and on! “Awesome”
The Sun
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