SEPTEMBER EVENTS book    Thu 04 Sep 7.30pm An Audience With Gerald Scarfe SCARFE ON THE ROAD A fascinating illustrated talk by Gerald Scarfe, Britain's foremost caricaturist, covering 40 years of his work: from the Sunday Times to Walt Disney, from Pink Floyd to opera, from rock and roll to ballet and from books to West End theatre. Born in London, Gerald Scarfe was an asthmatic child who spent much of his time drawing and reading. After a brief period at the Royal College of Art he established himself as a satirical cartoonist during the early sixties, working for Punch magazine and Private Eye; this led to work in British newspapers and to a 35-year ongoing position as political caricaturist for the Sunday Times. His work has also appeared regularly in the New Yorker for over 10 years. Scarfe's film work includes designing and directing the animation for Pink Floyd's The Wall, and he became the only outside artist to design a Walt Disney film when he worked on their animated feature Hercules. Tickets: £12.50 Concessions: £11 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  SHREWSBURY QUARRY Fri 05 Sep Indian Summer – Travis, Guillemots & guests Gates Programme 6.00pm 7.00pm Headlining the opening night of Shrewsbury' Indian Summer weekend are one of the UK's most successful bands, Glaswegian four piece Travis. Travis will be supported on Friday 5th September by a stellar line up of established bands and emergent talent including Brit nominees the Guillemots. Further additions to the line up will be announced over the coming weeks. Travis will be showcasing tracks from their seventh studio album Ode To J Smith, released in Autumn. The band have re-launched their own label Red Telephone Box – home to their debut single back in 1996 – for the release of the new album. Classic Travis albums including The Man Who and The Invisible Band – and a reputation as a formidable live band – have resulted in multi platinum sales and a huge international following for the band. Their Shrewsbury date forms part of a live summer schedule that takes the band across Europe and into the Far East. Tickets: £35 (in advance) £40 (on the gate) Children under 5: FREE (if accompanied by an adult) Indian Summer EVENT SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  SHREWSBURY QUARRY Sat 06 Sep Indian Summer – Russell Watson & All Angels Gates Programme 6.00pm 7.30pm Acclaimed tenor, Russell Watson, headlines tonight's Indian Summer event. Also performing are the female classical super-group, All Angels. The story of Russell Watson is inspirational. It depicts the meteoric rise of a humble factory worker from Salford who was catapulted into international singing stardom. Russell Watson albums have sold over 7 Million albums world-wide. His debut album The Voice was the fastest selling Classical album since The Three Tenors, His 2nd album Encore spent 10 consecutive weeks in the pop chart Top 10 in the run up to Christmas 2001 and Reprise saw him have a top 10 hit single and appear on Top of the Pops. Russell is currently in the middle of his sell out UK Tour, his autobiography 'Finding My Voice' is in the Top10 best sellers and album, 'The Ultimate Collection' has re-entered the Top20. July will see Russell take his seat as a judge on the new BBC1 Saturday night prime time show, 'Last Choir Standing'. Tickets: £35 (in advance) £40 (on the gate) Children under 5: FREE (if accompanied by an adult) Indian Summer EVENT SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Comedy Club presents: Sat 06 Sep 8.00pm Mark Steel "Mark Steel is the funniest Marxist since Groucho. He is bolshy, belligerent and bloody hilarious" Francis Wheen - The Guardian MARK STEEL has performed as a stand-up comedian on the British comedy circuit and on national tours since 1983. He has also written and performed four series of The Mark Steel Solution (Radio 4) and four series of The Mark Steel Lecture (Radio 4), a collection of absorbing, half-hour profiles of historical figures. The television version of 'The Mark Steel Lectures' ran for three series on BBC4 and was nominated for a BAFTA Television Award. When not writing his weekly column for the Independent or broadcasting for the BBC, Mark can be found watching Crystal Palace play football during winter or following Kent County Cricket Club in summer. Please note this performance is likely to contain adult material that some people may find offensive. Seating Info: A Theatre Seated Event Tickets: £13 Concessions: £11.50 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Beyond Extreme presents: Wed 10 Sep 7.30pm Jamie Andrew - Life and Limb In January 1999 mountaineers Jamie Andrew and Jamie Fisher were trapped for five nights on the stormbound icy summit of a French mountain. Their rescue, which was one of the most dramatic in the history of the Alps, came only hours too late to save Jamie Fisher. Jamie Andrew survived, despite suffering hypothermia and appalling frostbite; days later his hands and feet were amputated. For many this fate would have meant the end of all hope, but not for Jamie. Since losing his hands and feet he has learned to walk again, taken up skiing, run the London Marathon, and returned to climb once more in the mountains that he loves so much. Jamie Andrew's incredible story of determination and courage is nothing short of inspirational. In June 2000 he climbed Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, raising over £15,000 for charity in the process. Jamie tells his remarkable story with passion, enthusiasm, sincerity and humour and invariably he leaves no-one in his audience unaffected. Tickets: £10 A Private Hire Promotion SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Thu 11 Sep 7.30pm Katy Setterfield As Dusty Springfield Direct from 'Legends', Las Vegas, Katy Setterfield makes her triumphant return in her first solo UK concert tour. The winner of BBC One's The One and Only will be performing all of Dusty Springfield's classic songs, including You don't have to say you love me, Son of a Preacher Man and I only want to be with you, in this brand new show. Regular theatre-goers will also know Katy as the voice of the nation's favourite rock' n ' roll show - That'll Be The Day. So a remarkable collection of varied and unforgettable hits from the 50s to the present day is guaranteed! Come and enjoy an outstanding evening of music with one of the UK's most popular and impressive singers. Pre-Show Buffet available at an additional cost please contact the Box Office on 01743 281 281 for further details Tickets: £15.50 Concessions: £14 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  James Seabright and Louise Chantal in association with the Burma Campaign UK present: Fri 12 Sep 7.30pm The Lady Of Burma By Richard Shannon With Liana Gould as Aung San Suu Kyi Directed by Richard Shannon and Owen Lewis The inspirational true story of Burmese leader Aung San Suu Kyi is told in this compelling solo performance about the life of the only Nobel Peace Prize winner who is also a political prisoner. Despite being the democratically elected leader of the country, Burma's military junta have kept Suu Kyi under house arrest for over a decade. This powerful performance has already made sell-out appearances at the Edinburgh Festival and at the Old Vic in London. Regardless of what you know or think about Burmese politics, this show is an unmissable hymn to the power of the human spirit in the quest for freedom. www.ladyofburma.com "Personal and political have rarely been so ferociously connected. Gould delivers with incendiary force." The Times "Rarely is a show so powerful" The Independent Tickets: £12 Concessions: £10.50 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Sat 13 Sep 7.30pm Dominic Kirwan Dominic Kirwan is undoubtedly one of Ireland's most dynamic and versatile performers. A true Irish star, with the looks and the voice to match, he enthrals audiences with his fast moving and spectacular show. Featuring songs from his top-selling chart album A Little Bit More, together with many classic favourites, this is a show not to be missed. Dominic's tremendous popularity and appeal continues to extend to all age groups, making him one of today's most widely appreciated and respected artists. Tickets: £16 Concessions: £14.50 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Thu 18 Sep 7.30pm The U2 Show Performed by U2UK The U2 show by U2UK gives the audience exactly what it wants: the best of U2 from start to finish! Awesome live music is complemented by full multimedia and an exciting light show, all of which are authentically recreated from U2's groundbreaking stadium tours throughout the years. This two-hour show, now in its sixth year, is bigger and better than ever. You will be singing and dancing all night as the band perform hit after hit with their unique stage presence and ability to connect with the audience, you can't help but get caught up in the atmosphere! This family friendly show never fails to impress and excite. Expect to relive your favourite U2 experiences and create some new ones! This show is a must for anyone who loves music, theatre and life!! Tickets: £14 Children under 16: £7 A Private Hire PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Fri 19 Sep 7.30pm Country Legends Now in its 7th year, the Country Legends Solid Gold Show is a "Celebration of the Best in Country Music", to which has proved popular on both sides of the Atlantic. Led by talented vocalists, with Randy Ryman and the Outlaw Country Band, who are amongst the finest country musicians you will ever see, Country Legends brings you the perfect mix of old and new country hits from the classics of Hank Williams, Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Tammy Wynette to Garth Brooks Kenny Chesney and Shania Twain, to name just a few. Songs featured in this special evening of country music include Tammy Wynette's Stand By Your Man, Billie Jo Spears' Blanket On The Ground, Johnny Cash's Ring Of Fire, Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 and Kenny Rogers' Lucille, among many others. All the songs performed have achieved Gold Disc status for record sales, so the Country Legends Solid Gold Show truly recreates some of the finest Country Music ever produced. Combine all of this with stunning costume changes, a large slice of fun and an amazingly authentic Country Barn stage set and you have a great night of solid gold country music guaranteed. This show has toured both in Europe and in the U.S and has received great reviews wherever it has performed. "This must be up there with the best" -- Up Country Magazine Tickets: £16 Concessions: £12 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Sat 20 Sep 8.00pm Mercury Appearing As Queen From the beginning Mercury's ambition was to capture the true emotion, atmosphere and sheer power that Queen themselves generated in live performances. Queen have a huge catalogue of hits, and Mercury are adept enough to bring to life even the most intricate recordings, without backing tapes, as well as including some of the more unusual tracks such as the Acoustic Flavoured 39 and Love of my life. Perhaps Mercury's most memorable moment was being invited to perform a live gig for Roger Taylor and his friends. Today, Mercury are enjoying success worldwide, filling large venues and leaving audiences feeling fully entertained by the kind of show Queen themselves would have been proud to deliver. Tickets: £13.50 Concessions: £12 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Comedy Club presents: Sun 21 Sep 8.00pm Jeremy Hardy "Hilarious casual but crushing comments on class, politics and the dreary, unfriendly, unathletic place that is England" Guardian Jeremy Hardy is one of the UK's foremost stand-up comedians. His live work has included Just 4 Laughs, (Montreal Comedy Festival), the Edinburgh Fringe Festival where he won the prestigious 'Perrier Award' and numerous sell-out tours of the UK and Ireland. Currently Jeremy Hardy can be seen as team captain on If I Ruled The World (BBC 2). He has also performed in and co-written Unnatural Acts and At Home With The Hardys (radio 4) from which a very successful stage show ran at both the Edinburgh Festival and Hackney Empire. He was also a regular panellist on BBC 2's Loose Talk and a regular guest on radio's Just A Minute, And I'm The Queen Of Sheba, I'm Sorry I Haven't Got A Clue, and he is now an essential member of the News Quiz. In 1995 Jeremy appeared in and co-wrote Jack And Jeremy's Real Lives with Jack Dee, for Channel 4. In addition he is a regular columnist for the Saturday Guardian. Please note this performance is likely to contain adult material that some people may find offensive. Seating Info: A Theatre Seated Event Tickets: £15 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Tue 23 Sep 7.30pm An Audience With Johnie Walker Frank, honest and often very funny, this is a fascinating and captivating insight into an amazing life that will both inspire and entertain. From pirate radio to Buckingham Palace and an MBE, Johnnie Walker tells the amazing story of how he came to be one of the best known and most loved broadcasters in Britain, with a voice recognised by millions. During his first seven-year period with Radio 1 from 1969 to 1976, Johnnie Walker established a reputation as a DJ who accorded more importance to the records he played than the chat in between. On his lunchtime show, he pioneered new names like Steve Harley, Lou Reed, Fleetwood Mac, The Eagles, and Steely Dan. Johnnie was front page news when he described the Bay City Rollers as 'musical garbage'; his outspoken views and insistence on playing album tracks led to a showdown with his Radio 1 boss and a move to San Francisco in 1976. Johnnie returned home in the early 80s, and following stints with ILR stations Radio West he returned to Radio 1. Over 30 years of music 'fandom' was then channelled into Radio 2's Drivetime show which he hosted until March 2006. Tickets: £15 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Wed 24 Sep 7.30pm Dille Keane Stars in My Brilliant Divorce! By Geraldine Aron Directed by Tim Luscombe Designed by Michael Holt Lighting designed by Hansjorg Schmidt Sound designed by Matt Bugg When Angela Lipsky's husband has a mid-life crisis and a mid-European affair, she finds herself adrift in a sea of shifty solicitors, a disapproving mother, a series of helpline counsellors and Christmas all on her own. Bizarre dates, suspect purchases, a near reconciliation with the ex, then a singles 'away weekend' in the Welsh Hills brings about a surprise meeting and maybe some hope... This achingly funny and heart-wrenchingly poignant play was nominated for 'Best Entertainment' at the Oliviers in 2004 after playing a sell-out season in the West End. Award-winning comedienne Dillie Keane stars as Angela. Best known as a founding member of comedy cabaret trio Fascinating Aida, Dillie's many theatre credits include Me and My Girl, The Vagina Monologues, Charley's Aunt and Grumpy Old Women. " ...great jokes but there are also sudden shafts of piercing emotional truth... a small masterpiece" - The Daily Telegraph Tickets: £16 Concessions: £14.50 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Thu 25 Sep 7.30pm London Community Gospel Choir "You cannot listen to the LCGC without moving or smiling" The Guardian Trying to fit LCGC into a neat slot is virtually impossible. They are adaptable, flexible and create dynamic melodies with rich harmonies. LCGC are known for their funky gospel flair, swing-beat, R'n'B, traditional and soulful arrangements, with invigorating choreography and vocal gymnastics. Controversial, Professional, Energetic, Inspiring and Spirit-filled! Whatever adjective you choose to describe the sound and vision of the London Community Gospel Choir, 'there ain't no stopping them now'. They will continue to go where angels fear to tread. Recent performances have included Live 8 and The Glastonbury Festival. Tickets: £15.50 Concessions: £14 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION September EVENTS book  Fri 26 Sep 7.30pm The Don Cossacks State Dance Company In a major coup for the Music Hall we are delighted to welcome Russia's premiere Cossack dance Troupe. Direct from Russia, the Don Cossacks State Dance Company is appearing at the Music Hall as part of their first UK Tour. This sensational, internationally acclaimed company of 40 dancers and musicians is widely acknowledged as Russia's premiere Cossack Dance Troupe. Don Cossacks present a dynamic production packed with energy, passion & excitement, all performed to a live orchestra. The dancers will amaze you with their incredible acrobatic feats, skilful dexterity and colourful costumes in this breathtaking dance spectacular! "Sensational - Russia's most explosive dance production in years" Early booking is highly recommended! Tickets: £22.50 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Theatreworks presents: Sat 27 Sep 7.30pm Tess Of The D'urbervilles This passionate page-turner is brought to you by THEATREWORKS which has gained a solid reputation for staging some of our best loved novels. After success with Far From The Madding Crowd: "A joy to watch" Evening Standard "A cultural Treat" The Independent "A production of exquisite sensitivity" The Telegraph comes Tess - a maiden who falls victim to male lust and social hypocrisy. Firmly rooted in Hardy's Wessex and paying fine attention to period detail, it skilfully recreates the story of the young girl who sets out, on her drunken father's behalf, to claim 'kinship' with the aristocratic D'Urberville family. Pretty, innocent Tess is offered work on the estate and reluctantly makes her home there - only to be seduced by 'bounder' Alec D'urberville. Of course fate soon moves against her - an illegitimate child, a wedding, abandonment and murder all make for a thrilling, if rather tragic journey, but relief comes in the form of the comic yearnings of her flawed father and his struggles to prove himself an aristocrat. An exciting drama from its glorious May Day opening to its dark climax amongst the brooding ruins of Stonehenge - symbolic site of pagan sacrifice. Seating Info: Tickets: £12 Concessions: £10.50 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION SEPTEMBER EVENTS book  Mid Wales Opera present: Tue 30 Sep 7.30pm The Tales of Hoffman by Offenbach (sung in a new English translation by the director, Tim Hopkins) Accompanied by Mid Wales Opera Chamber Orchestra Conductor - Keith Darlington, Director - Tim Hopkins Designer - Anthony Baker Fabulous melodies including the celebrated Barcarolle, the Doll's Song and the Jewel Aria, - a fascinating story of passion, comedy and tragedy set in a supernatural framework - all combine to make an exhilarating evening of theatre, tailormade for Mid Wales Opera7#039;s uniquely entertaining style. This performance is supported by Shropshire Music Trust. Tickets: £20 Children: £15 Discounts: Members A MUSIC HALL PROMOTION