The Swing Commanders - Burnley Mechanics

What’s onautumn/winter ‘11www.burnleymechanics.co.uk/burnleymechanics@Bly_MechanicsBurnley Council... keeping you entertained

Friday 9th September – 7pmThursday 15th September – 8pmEarl Thomaswith Paddy Milner& The Big SoundsFriday 16th September – 8pmThe SwingCommandersCelebrate Burnley’s LGBTcommunity, culture and historyin style with Burnley’s first everPride fundraising event!Pandemonium presents aunique and unusual evening ofmusic and comedy from CocoMalone, described as having“a vocal range that knowsno limits, hailing influencefrom our godmothers, EllaFitzgerald and Nina Simone”,The Rockabelles, performinga beautiful melee of rockabillystyle and poptastic tunes, specialcomedy guest and a spectacularchoral event to celebrate theforthcoming Burnley Pride instyle.A fundraising event for Burnley Prideand the Lancashire LGBT Centre charity.Unreserved seatingTickets: £10www.burnleypride.orgwww.cocomalone.comwww.missevafox.co.ukEarl Thomas is one of the mostrequested blues festival artist ofall time, who’s showmanship isoutstanding. His exceptional talentand engaging personality has seen himopen showsfor Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, EttaJames, B.B. King and Ike Turner. Hissongs have been recorded by someof the world’s greatest performersincluding Tom Jones.American Singer /songwriter EarlThomas with Paddy Milner & the BigSounds perform a stunning collectionof contemporary blues/rock for the newmillennium.www.earlthomasmusic.comwww.paddymilner.comUnreserved seatingTickets: £14An absolute showcase oftalent, Europe’s number oneWestern swing sextet, The SwingCommanders present anothersuperb evening of Forties Swingclassics – and so much more!Three guys, three gals, an amazingfifteen instruments, sold out signsand standing ovations confirm thismulti-talented band really are the‘cats with the cream’ of music froma bygone era!Let’s party like its 1949!www.swingcommanders.comUnreserved seatingTickets: £11 discounts £10Saturday 17th September – 8pmJimmyTarbuckOBEJoin stage funny man JimmyTarbuck OBE as he delivers afantastically funny evening ofcomedy for grown ups.During this extremely entertainingevening Tarby, as he is known tomillions, will be using photos andvideo footage to take audienceson a nostalgic trip down memorylane with a wealth of hugely funnystories and anecdotes ranging frombeing at school with John Lennonto playing golf with Bob Hope.Reserved seatingTickets: £18.50 discounts £16May contain language or themes that couldoffend2 3

Thursday 22nd September – 8pmJethro Tull’s Ian AndersonAfter 43 years of leadingJethro Tull, Ian Andersonbrings his new acoustictour to old and new friendsalike. As a self-professed‘unplugged guy with abunch of noisy friends’ hecommands much respect asan acoustic musician amongsthis peers. The only originalmember of Jethro Tull, Ianremains synonymous with thebands identity. Selling fast!www.j-tull.comReserved seatingTickets: £24Thursday 29th September – 8pmAn Acoustic EveningwithFriday 23rd September – 7.30pm4Enjoy a whistle stop tour to the heart ofLondon’s theatre-land and visit over 20 of yourfavourite musicals from composers such asLloyd Webber, Boublil and Schonberg.Michael Courtney – hailed as ‘OUTSTANDING!’by the Stage, and 2008 Producer of the Yearnominee together with a full supporting cast ofhigh quality vocalists, top notch dancers, glitzycostumes and a stunning lighting show presenta pure slice of entertainment not to be missed!Reserved seating - Tickets: £16.50 - discounts £15.50Starring Michael CourtneySaturday 24th September – 7.30pmKate Rusby“Folk music doesn’t get any cooler thanKate Rusby,” Q magazine.In November 2010 Kate releasedher much anticipated new album,Make The Light, her first record ofcompletely self composed songs,which has been well received by bothcritics and fans alike. Accompaniedby her all-new band featuring thecream of Britain’s folk instrumentalistsKate will be performing songs fromMake The Light together with muchloved favourites from her entire backcatalogue. Selling fast!www.katerusby.comReserved seatingTickets: £21.50 under 16 only £15The Mighty Dodgy Vibe is back andstronger than ever!With record sales of over a millionworldwide, three albums and twelvetop forty singles the definitive lineup of Nigel Clark, Andy Miller andMatthew Priest are back.........Performing hits, such as StayingOut For The Summer, So Let Me GoFar, Making The Most Of, If You’reThinking Of Me, Melodies Haunt You,In A Room, and the epic Grassmanalong with new songs from theirnew album.www.dodgyology.comUnreserved seatingTickets: £10 discounts £85

Saturday 1st October – 7.30pmDebra McClaren Schoolof Dance presentSong andDanceSpectacularCelebrating thirty two years ofwonderful entertainment andachievements the talented pupilsof Debra McClaren’s School ofDance perform another trulysensational evening packed with avariety of song and dance suitablefor all the family.Reserved seatingTickets: £10 Available from 1st SeptemberFriday 7th October – 8pmThursday 6th October – 8pmEve Ensler’s hilarious Broadwayand West End smash hit is back,featuring a new all star castincluding the brilliant TianaBenjamin (Eastenders), the stunningLouisa Lytton (Eastenders, TheBill) and the sensational WendiPeters (Coronation Street, CelebrityMasterchef).This hilariously witty andmoving collection of stories isan unmissable show for everygeneration – this is the ultimategirls night out… trust us!‘Laugh out loud FUNNY,’ TheIndependentwww.vaginamonologues.co.ukReserved seatingTickets: £18 discounts £16Tuesday 4th October – 2.30pmA truly hilarious show, full of laughter,mayhem and musicUnderneath The Arches, Strollin, MaybeIts Because I’m A Londoner, UmbrellaMan, Music Maestro Please, Hometown,Just For Laughs & moreStarring a talented all star cast of sixCrazy Gang members, four dancersand live music, this nostalgic trip downmemory lane will have you singingalong to all your favourite songs fromstart to finish.Reserved seatingTickets: £12 discounts £10Desperado faithfully recreates the legendary ‘Hell Freezes Over’ tour that includedboth old favourites and new songs. A tour that was so successful it out-grossed anyother rock tour in any year previously. Surely a testament to the undeniable talentof one of the greatest rock acts ever to grace the stage The Eagles?www.desperado.com Reserved seating Tickets: £14 discounts £126 7

Saturday 8th October – 8pmPhil CoolWith five top selling videos, fourTV specials, three hit series forBBC and two acclaimed series forIndependent TV, Phil Cool is aBritish treasure.A stand up chameleon, oneminute George W Bush, the nextPaul McCartney, then Bill Clintonand later Bugs Bunny! His TVshows have now obtained cultstatus, proof that his comedy is ascontemporary, valid and hilarioustoday as it has ever been.www.philcool.co.ukReserved seatingTickets: £15May contain language or themesthat could offendThursday 13th October – 8pmTarrasMercury Music Prize NomineeRested and reformed with a revised lineupTarras return with the release of theirnew album Warn the Waters to performan exciting blend of self-penned songsand traditional material reworked in theirown distinctive style.Instruments including accordion, violinand cittern give Tarras their traditionalsound, but fused with drums, bass, pianoand guitar, their songs and arrangementsbecome very contemporary in style,earning them an accreditation for helpingto rejuvenate and re-invent the folkcannon.www.adastra-music.co.ukUnreserved seating - Tickets: £13 discounts £10Sunday 9th October – 4pmMagical Extravaganza On IceBe prepared for a dazzling spectacle bringing the breathtaking talent ofInternational ice skaters to the theatre stage in four sections, Circus,Swing, Around the World, and Fantasy.Experience the delights of highenergy skating routinescomplimented by the glamourand excitement of Bollywood,Africa, Spain, and Ireland withglittering costumes throughout,culminating in a Las Vegas styleshowgirl finale not to be missed.Join us on a mystical journey toanother world of enchantment,make believe and dreams.www.timelessinternationalproductions.comReserved seatingTickets: £12 discounts £11Friday 14th October – 8pmThe Smiths LtdPlus supportIt is highly unlikely that The Smiths willever play live again therefore The SmithsLtd maybe the closest we will ever getto experience that live phenomenonof Morrissey, Marr and Co on stage.The Smiths Ltd bring an exceptionalauthenticity to their live shows with adistinctive look, feel and sound taking usback to those halcyon days of the early80’s. Since their first gig in 2009 theyare attracting larger audiences at everygig they play so book early for their firstperformance on the Mechanics stage.www.thesmithsltd.co.ukStanding concertTickets: £10 in advance £12 on the day8 9

Saturday 15th October – 8pmThe UpbeatBeatlesThe Long And Winding Road Tour“The fab-est four around today, The Upbeat Beatlesare the nearest you’ll ever get to the real thing!Constantly in demand their reputation for authenticity and attention todetail has taken them around the world. Four supremely talented guys – notricks, no backing tracks – just great powerhouse vocals and close harmoniespumped out with a driving backbeat to give you a night you’ll never forget.www.upbeatbeatles.co.uk Reserved seating Tickets: £15Thursday 20th October – 8pmThe astonishing & unforgettableancient Australian art of genital origami‘Puppetry of the Penis’ is back with aBRAND NEW show, and this time in 3D.For the last dickade ‘Puppetry Of ThePenis’ has broken all box office recordsworldwide. The new show will be utilizingthe latest 3D projection technology withthe audience being given 3D glasses towear; experiencing this head shaking,outrageously funny production as it’snever been seen before. Book Early.‘Dementedly good fun’ Vanity Fairwww.puppetryofthepenis.comReserved seatingTickets: £17 discounts £15Content may offend - 16yrs +Friday 21st October – 8pmOmid DjaliliTour of DutyOne of the most excitingentertainers on the circuit,multi-award winning standup,international film star andacclaimed writer/producer OmidDjalili brings his hotly anticipated,brand new show to Burnley.Renowned for his razor sharp wit,boundless energy and expertlycrafted cultural observations,Omid’s original material continuesto explore the diversity of modernBritain.“The kind of laughter that gives youdigestive problems” Colin FirthSelling Fast!www.omidnoagenda.comReserved seatingTickets: £19May contain language or themesthat may offend - 16yrs +Saturday 22nd October – 8pmShow OfHandsA much-anticipated return toBurnley for England’s mostpopular roots duo.An alchemist couldn’t have comeup with a more potent, magicalmix than that of Phil Beer, whocan, as The Scotsman observed,“play nearly every stringedinstrument known to man” andthe inspired Steve Knightley,described by Mike Harding as“one of England’s greatest singersongwriters”. Peter Gabriel,Johnnie Walker and Bob Harrisare all agreed – Show of Handsare one of the great Englishacoustic bands.www.showofhands.co.ukReserved seatingTickets: £1511

Monday 24th October – 7.30pmBlackeyed TheatreCompany presentOh What ALovely WarOver ninety years on from theArmistice, Oh What A Lovely Warremains a classic of the moderntheatre and a powerful reminderof the atrocities of a war that costtwenty million lives.Told through the songs anddocuments of the period, it’s asatirical and deeply moving attackon the military incompetence andinconceivable disregard for humanlife the First World War has come torepresent and a chilling reminder ofman’s inhumanity to man.“A splendid revival that does theoriginal production proud,”Brian Murphy, Actor.Age 11 +www.blackeyedtheatre.co.ukReserved seatingTickets: £12 discounts £10Friday 28th October – 7.30pmStill Rocking OnTommy Cannon and Bobby Ball areone of Britain’s funniest and mostsuccessful double acts. In a careerspanning over 45 years they haveachieved a string of honours that sitsthem alongside some of the all timegreats of show business.www.cannonandball.comReserved seatingTickets: £18 discounts £16Saturday 29th October – 11am &2pmFresh from‘Show Me, Show Me’Chris & PuiA chance to meet, greet, have funand giggle with Cbeebies favouritedouble act Chris Jarvis and Pui FanLee in their fabulous new road showpacked with fantastic songs, games,sketches and lots of fun.This is Chris and Pui doing whatthey do best – connecting withchildren and encouraging them tojoin in and learn new things whilstplaying. Why not download a songsheet from www.chrisandpui.comso you’re all ready to join in andplay!Reserved seatingTickets: £9 discounts £8Saturday 29th October – 8pmAndy ParsonsLive 2011 - ‘Gruntled’This is his third tour of the country -and has some shades of light and darkwith several trademark passionatetirades and a little peek behind theshow business curtain.Coalition, cuts, comedy and discoveringa pair of underpants in a jar ofmayonnaise?Star of BBC’s Mock The Week and LiveAt The Apollo.“It’s great to welcomesharp, topical comedy onto the live circuit – andParsons remains one ofits most skilful exponents,”The Guardian.www.andyparsons.co.ukTickets: £15 - Reserved seatingMay contain language or themesthat may offend - 16yrs +12 13

Tuesday 1st November – 7pmWednesday 2nd November – 7.30pmAn Evening withDerek AcorahThe True Vision TourWith countless hours of spirit contact, one-to-onereadings, numerous TV appearances and twenty yearsof live stage shows, Derek Acorah is unquestionably themost time-honoured and respected Spirit Medium inthe UK today. His friendly and sincere delivery, downto-earthcharm and readings have brought comfort andunderstanding to thousands of people and with Sam,his Spirit Guide beside him, Derek Acorah’s True Visiontour will continue to bring help to many more.www.derekacorah.comReserved seatingTickets: £17Showcasing local talent andbringing Shakespeare to life!Family and friends are invitedto celebrate an evening’sprofessional entertainmentwith four youthful half-hourproductions of differentShakespeare plays.Participating Schools:Accrington Academy – AMidsummer Night’s DreamPendle Vale College – HamletRidgewood CommunityHigh School – MacbethSir John Thursby CommunityCollege – TBCwww.ssf.uk.comTickets: £8 discounts /£6Reserved seatingThursday 3rd November – 8pmThe LadyboysOf BangkokAfter their previous sold out successthis sensational theatre extravaganzareturns with a spectacular new productionfeaturing over 400 new costumes.Combining the heady spice of Bangkok’sexotic nightlife with the glamorous showgirlappeal of Las Vegas this spectacular andflamboyant show is performed by 16 of theworld’s most beautiful showgirls, and everysingle one of them a Thai male – you won’tbelieve your eyes.www.ladyboysofbangkok.co.ukEarly booking recommended - Reserved seatingTickets: £20 discounts £18Friday 4th November – 8pmRetake That“Brilliant! – the attention to detailis amazing!”...Jason Orange.Recently joined by Peter Owenas Robbie Williams this is theNorthern Hemisphere’s biggest,best & most authentic tributeto one of pop’s greatest bands.Superb sound, dramatic lightingand dynamic dance routines,complement breathtakingversions of all the greatest hits.Including Pray, Million LoveSongs, Could It Be Magic, It OnlyTakes A Minute, Babe, Back ForGood, Everything Changes, Shine,Patience, The Flood and manymore.Catch them while you can! Youwon’t be disappointed…www.retakethat.comReserved seatingTickets: £1414 15

Saturday 12th – Saturday 19thNovember – 7:30pmBurnley Light Opera Society presentThe indisputable musical comedy classicLa Cage AuxFollesDirected by: Award Winning AnthonyWilliamsMusical Director: Andrew SaundersThe idyllic existence of George, a SaintTropez nightclub manager and Albin,his romantic partner and glamourousstar attraction, are put to the test whenGeorge’s son invites his fiancés parentshome to meet them.Family bonds are put to the test andfeather boas fly as David Norris,James Cockerilland a dynamiccast featuringthe notoriousCaselles (are theyall guys? you won’tfind out until thefinale) presentanother sensationalnight’s entertainment.Reserved seatingTickets:12th – 14th Nov – £1015th – 19th Nov – £13.50On sale 4th SeptemberWednesday 23rd November – 8pmKarinePolwartFollowing the breakthrough ofher first two albums “Faultlines”and ”Scribbled in Chalk”, multiaward winning Karine Polwarttook time out to spend with herfamily. During that time sherecorded a further two albums“Fairest Floo’er”, and “This EarthlySpell”. All four of her solo CDreleases prove she’s a writer ableto combine ancient traditionswith sharp contemporaryobservations and an independentsensibility.Thursday 24th November – 8pmTom StadeCo-star and co-writer of FrankieBoyle’s Tramadol Nights, MichaelMcIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow &Stand-Up For The Week.Don’t miss hugely talentedCanadian émigré Tom Stadein his eagerly awaited debutnationwide tour. His magneticstage presence, irrepressible charmand first-class story-telling haveestablished him as one of the mostsought after performers on the UKand international circuit. Join Tom’sinimitable, offbeat world for a trulyunforgettable night of comedy fromone of the finest stand-up’s around.“Wonderfully Imaginative, originaland hilarious,” Rhod Gilbert.www.tomstade.co.ukReserved seatingTickets: £13.50 discounts £11.50May contain language or themes thatcould offend - 16yrs +Saturday 26th November – 11amStar of Cbeebies TVKaty Ashworthpresents her Meet GreetSing And Play RoadshowLearn the raisin face, explore the magicsuitcase, join in with the story makingand help do some giant make-believebaking! Packed with all your favouritenursery rhymes including Old MacDonaldand the Wheels on the Bus, Katy’sinteractive live road show is a fantasticgiggle-filled show! Just don’t forget tobring your imagination.A fully interactive live show for children 2 - 6yrswww.bbc.co.uk/cbeebiesReserved seatingTickets: £6“Exceptionally subtle and melodic,”Q Magazine.www.karinepolwart.comReserved seatingTickets: £14 discounts £1216 17

Saturday 26th November – 8pmLetz ZepTribute to LedZeppelinCurrently the UK’s most successfultribute, their ever growingrepertoire covers the entirerecording career of Led Zeppelin.From Black Dog, Rock and Roll,Gallows Pole, Babe I’m Goingto Leave You, to the hauntingmelodies of ‘Kashmir’, and theclassic ‘Stairway to Heaven’www.letzzep.comAll standing concertTickets: £13£14 on the dayThursday 1st December – 8pmBella HardyWith special guests AnnaMassie and Chris Sherburn,“One of the brightest young talents in the UK; her mesmerisingvocals and fiddle playing are exceptional,” Fish Records.Three times BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Nominee Bella Hardyperforms a repertoire of seasonal treats from her localCastleton carols, ‘Down In Yon Forest’ and ‘All in the Morning’,to well known favourites ‘O, Come All Ye Faithfull’ and ‘HaveYourself a Merry Little Christmas’ along with popular songsfrom Bella’s critically acclaimed albums Night Visiting and InThe Shadow of Mountain.Bella will be joined by guitarist Anna Massie who tours withBlazin’ Fiddles and The Unusual Suspects, and concertinagenius Chris Sherburn of Last Night’s Fun.Unreserved seating - Tickets: £13 discounts £10www.bellahardy.comWednesday 30th November – 7.30pmChapterhouse Theatre Company presentCranford atChristmasBy Laura TurnerAdapted from the novel Cranford byElizabeth Gaskell.Deep in the frosty English countryside,chestnuts are roasting and carols arebeing sung as the folk of Cranfordbusily prepare for Christmas, bedeckingeach and every household with wreathsof holly and mistletoe. But beyondthis cosy hubbub of festivity, snowcontinues to fall and when disasterstrikes, the community must unite tokeep the spirit of Christmas alive.www.chapterhouse.org.ukReserved seatingTickets: £12 adults £8 discounts£35 Family of four18Saturday 3rd December – 8pmMan Made SoleGod may have rested on the seventhday... but by the following week ManMade Sole!Get Ready to Shake Your Body Downto the fabulous Man Made Sole. This12 piece band consisting of 4 singers, 3part brass and 5 piece rhythm sectionguarantee to move you and grooveyou All Night Long. From Wonder toWinehouse, Chic to Cee-Lo, MMS alwaysgets the place jumping, doing it the oldway never felt so new. Early bookinghighly recommended!www.manmadesole.co.ukUnreserved seatingTickets: £12.5019

Tuesday 6th – Saturday 10th December – 7.30pmSaturday matinee 1pmOLIVERBASICS Junior Theatre School present one ofthe most beloved British musicals ever, Oliver!Dickens’ ever popular characters are brought tolife in this fabulous story of the boy who askedfor more. Lionel Bart’s Food Glorious Food,Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocketor Two, I’d Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, and manymore have become timeless classics. Anotherwonderful Christmas treat from this multitalented theatre group.Tickets Tier Stalls Under 13’sTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday £10 £8 £7Friday £10Saturday Matinee £8 £7Saturday £12Reserved seating - On sale 17th OctoberSunday 11th December – 3pmVienna Festival Ballet presentThe NutcrackerMusic by TchaikovskyAs night falls, a wooden nutcrackertransforms into a handsome Prince andtakes young Clara on a wonderful tripthrough a winter wonderland to theKingdom of Sweets.Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score perfectlycaptures the spirit of Christmas Eve inthis most famous of all fairytale ballets.A delightful Christmas treat for thewhole family.Early booking recommended.www.viennafestivalballet.comReserved seatingTickets: £16.50 discounts £13.50Family ticket £46 - Dance Schools £10Sunday 18thDecember – 7.30pmTheHoughtonWeaversThe UK’s premier comedy-folkgroup The Houghton Weaverspresent their unique blend ofpopular folk music, humourand audience participation.Their experience in the businesstogether with their style andprofessionalism ensures that, astheir motto says, they will always`Keep Folk Smiling`.A wonderful evening of familyentertainment guaranteed.www.houghtonweavers.comReserved seatingTickets: £12.50 discounts £10Tuesday 20th December – 7.30pmTen high energy, extremely talentedperformers present a scintillatingselection of timeless classics suchas Les Miserable’s, Phantom OfThe Opera and Chicago alongwith high octane smash hits suchas Hairspray, Jersey Boys andDreamgirls.A modern day twist, uniquechoreography, complex vocalarrangements, spectacularvisual performance andstunning costumes allentwined with an explosivefeel good factor ensure that“West End to Broadway” is afun packed experience not tobe missed.www.westendtobroadway.comReserved seatingTickets: £12 discounts £1020 21

Three course meal, professional entertainment, DJ,dancing and bar till 1pm. The perfect way to celebrateyour works, office or private Christmas PartyTickets: £35 per night - Arrive 7pm for 7.30pm DinnerFor full details download the brochure at www.burnleymechanincs.co.ukWednesday 14th DecemberDirect from Las VegasThe West End Hit ShowThursday 15th DecemberFriday 16th DecemberThe SensationalDetroit SoulExplosive high energy, nine-piece solidsoul experience, Detroit Soul deliversfloor-filling hits guaranteed to makeyour party go with a swing. Marvin Gaye,Lionel Richie, Stevie Wonder, KC & theSunshine Band, The Four Tops, Jackie Wilson,Curtis Mayfield, Earth Wind & Fire and manymore! Selling FastSaturday 17th DecemberKaiserMonkeyKillersOne of the best Indie rock tribute bandsin the UK. This is REAL live music at itsbest! Featuring a cavalcade of popularhits such as Mr. Brightside, Sex on Fire,When the Sun Goes Down, Ruby andmore, the Kaiser Monkey Killers not onlysound uncannily like the artists they coverthese guys deliver them! Selling FastPrepare to be dazzled as Martyn Lucas headsa sensational live big band in a spectacularnight of music, excitement and fabulouscabaret from the entertainment capital ofthe world… Las Vegas! Frank Sinatra, TomJones, Michael Buble, Barry Manilow, BobbyDarin, Elton John and Elvis Presley alongwith powerful West End hits & more.22Thriller’Party NightAmir Sharma’s portrayal of Michael Jacksonhas to be one of the most vocally and visuallyaccurate tributes to the King of Pop currentlytouring the UK. His stunning renditionsof Thriller, Beat it and Billie Jean are trulysensational. With lots of audience interactionand all the best Jackson hits this is Pure MJ!23

Friday 27th – Sunday 29th JanuarySanderson’s Dance& Fitness CentreChildren from tots to teens performtheir annual song and danceextravaganza featuring a variety ofdance routines from all your favouritefilms and musicals, beautifully costumedand choreographed to perfection. Anabsolutely wonderful family show.Reserved seatingTicket: TBCThursday 26th January 8pmMr Kite Benefits presentsThe Cecil Sharp ProjectIn March 2011, Steve Knightley, Jackie Oates, Andy Cutting,Caroline Herring, Jim Moray, Patsy Reid, Leonard Podolak andKathryn Roberts gathered together in Shropshire for a sevenday residential. The artistic brief was to create new works thathas a ‘resonance and relevance’ to legendary song collectorCecil Sharp whose work in the early years of the 20th centuryEvening Shows 7pm (excluding Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday)helped lay the foundations of the modern folk revival. Theresult was a brand new CD “The Cecil Sharp Project” and a liveMatinees on:show featuring all of the above great folk artists which makesSaturday 14th and 21st 2pm - Sunday 15th -12 noon & 4 pm - Sunday 22nd 2 pmearly booking a complete must.24Reserved seating - Ticket: £10.00 discounts £8.00Reserved seatingAll tickets £1625

Your evening starts here!The Stage Door Bar, open one hour beforeall performances, is the ideal way to enhanceyour evening. Before you take your seat whynot relax in the comfortable and friendlysurroundings whilst our professional, helpfulstaff take your interval drinks order allowingyou to avoid the interval rush.Turn your private eventinto an unforgettableexperience…If you’re looking to promote your ownunique event then look no further, wecater for any occasion, birthday parties,gala dinners, weddings, christeningsand more.The Mechanics is Burnley’s largestcapacity venue offering professionalfull theatre staging, lighting, sound andfirst class catering, provided by EastLancashire’s finest caterers.Whatever your taste, music concert,stage show, comedian or simply a discoour fully professional team are on handto ensure your event is like no othercurrently available in the area.With affordable packages, scrumptiouscatering options and expertentertainment advice the Mechanics is theperfect setting for your special occasion.For more information please contactMechanics Conference & Banqueting on01282 664411IllustratedLecturesIn association withBurnley Central LibraryMonday 3rd October – 7.30pmVillas And GardensOf Lake ComoBy Keith HolmesLake Como is perhaps the mostbeautiful of the Italian Lakes.It was the building of thelakeside villas that broughtthe area to the attention ofEurope’s nobility leading totourism for the wealthy in the19th century.Monday 31st October –7.30pmIn The ShadowOf PendleBy Steuart and Anita KellingtonA journey around the beautifulcountryside and villages at thefoot of Pendle HillMonday 21st November –7.30pmAn Armchair Tour OfThe NorthumbrianCoastBy Trevor MoodyA digital slide presentationcovering the Northumbriantourist board area, including theDurham coast stretching fromNorth of Hartlepool to BerwickUnreserved seatingTickets: £2.00Thursday 10th February – 8pmWith a brilliant & awe inspiring castThe Circus of Horrors features someof the greatest, most bizarre andbeautiful circus acts on earth.‘Fantastic, now that’s what I callentertainment – I want to party withyou guys’ - David Hassolhoff.‘Gruesomely good, like Rocky Horroron acid’ - Amanda Holden.www.circusofhorrors.co.ukReserved seatingTickets: Stalls £21 Tier £1626 27

Saturday 18th February – 2.30pmHoney Honey is the world’s first Abbashow for children. It’s the most funyour family will have all year!Imagine going to a pop concert, apantomime and the cinema all inone show and you have some idea ofwhat Honey Honey is…a truly uniqueexperience not to be missed!!The world’s most famous performersof Abba’s music play LIVE on stagewhile the mischievous BENNY BEAR ishere, there and everywhere…On thescreen, in the audience and ON STAGEwith the band…You will laugh, dance,sing and have crazy fun enjoying thesongs from the hit movie MAMMAMIA.Whatever your age…this is forDancing Queens everywhere!Reserved seatingTickets: £12.50 family of four £40Friday 2 nd March – 8pmALADDINSANEThe country’s leading tribute toDavid Bowie.Taking you back to the height ofthe Glam rock period from ZiggyStardust, working through Bowie’scolourful career Aladdinsanefaithfully recreate the sights andsounds of many of his classic songs.All of the hits are here – Starman,Changes, Modern Love, YoungAmericans, Absolute Beginners,Heroes, John I’m Only Dancing, RebelRebel…True Bowie fans and all loversof superb live music will not bedisappointed – So come on…Let’sDance!Reserved seatingTickets: £15 discounts £13Friday 25 th March – 7.30pmNot the West End and touring musical, but thebrand-new sensational, inspirational, aspirationalbox office smash hit concert show of the year.Have the time of your life – come and experience thebrand-new spectacular featuring all the hits fromeveryone’s favourite dance movie Dirty Dancing. She’sLike the Wind, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Wipeout,Do You Love Me, Be My Baby, Hungry Eyes and, ofcourse, the Oscar-winning (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.It’s the sexiest song and dance sensation of 2011,presented by an all-star cast including West Endperformers. Dirty Dancing is truly iconic entertainment.“Excellent dancers” – The Stagewww.easytheatres.comReserved seatingTickets: £15 discounts £14burnleymechanics.co.uk /burnleymechanics @Bly_Mechanics28 29

See Burnley likeyou’ve neverseen it before…Packed with unforgettable art, crafty ideas,high tea and high fashion, the BurnleyVisitor Magazine is your guide to thingsto see and do in Burnley.PLUS: an exclusive behind the scenes lookat Burnley Mechanics in ‘He’s behind you!’Now available from The Visit BurnleyCentre and online at vistiburnley.comThe VisitBurnley CentreTourist information, books and maps, coach excursions, theatretickets and tokens, discounted attraction tickets, National Expresstickets, Made in Lancashire, arts and crafts, event tickets and localaccommodation. All this and Burnley Mechanics Box Office too.30BURNLEYVISITOR MAGAZINEUNFORGETTABLE • CURRIED AWAYMADE IN BURNLEY • DARK SATANIC MILLS?www.visitburnley.comISSUE 11/1201282 664421 www.visitburnley.com tic@burnley.gov.ukBox office opening hoursMonday – Friday 12– 5pmOn performance evenings the box office willremain open until fifteen minutes after showtime.Saturday:10am – 12.45pm one hour prior to performance.Sunday: Open one hour prior to performance onevent days only.Book online at www.burnleymechanics.co.uk(a booking fee of £2 per ticket applies)How to payBy Access, Mastercard, Switch or Visa in person and over thephone (there will be a handling charge of £1 per ticket forall credit & debit card transactions), by cheque/PO madepayable to Burnley Borough Council.DiscountsFor most Mechanics promotions discounts are available tothose in full-time education, over 60, J.S.A holders and thosereceiving Family Credit. Proof of status is required whenbooking. Discounts are also available for groups of 10+ andschool parties. Full details available from the box office.Conditions of saleTickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded. Themanagement cannot be held responsible for any tickets lostor stolen. Tickets reserved for payment by cheque or cash willbe held for three days only after which they will be cancelled.Disabled patronsBurnley Mechanics welcomes people with disabilities.Assistant Dogs are welcome and water can be provided. ATextphone service is also available on 01282 425011. The FireAuthorities advise that all wheelchair patrons remain in theirwheelchairs throughout the performance as transferring to aregular seat is not recommended. Able bodied companionswill be requested to assist should an emergency evacuationarise. If you use a wheelchair it is vitally important thatyou inform the Box Office at time of booking as ourlicensing regulations allow for three wheelchair users perevent. Wheelchair spaces are situated on A row of thefront stalls. Burnley Mechanics operate a free ticket foressential carer’s policy. Please check with Box Office for details,conditions apply.Babes in arms and young childrenAll theatre performances are not recommended for childrenunder 3 years of age. The management reserves the rightto ask parents to remove children if, in the management’sopinion, they are causing a disturbance.AccessThere is a ramp at the Manchester Road entrance and a liftfrom Foyer level to the Auditorium and the Tudor room.Please call the box office to arrange assistance priorto your visit.ToiletsRadar key operated toilets for customers with disabilities arelocated on all three floors and baby-changing facilities areavailable in the lower foyer.Hard of hearingThere is an induction loop system in the main theatre: putyour hearing aid on T switch. It works best in the tier usingseats 20-23 on rows F-T, and in the stalls using seats 22-25on rows C-E. The next best areas are seats 1-5 (tier and stalls)on the other side of the theatre. Seats in the centre sectionshould not be used.Seating at music eventsAt selected music events where there is a dancefloor, theremay be restricted seating. If you would like a seat, pleasearrive early as seating will be allocated on a first come firstserved basis. Drinking will be allowed in the auditorium(plastic glasses only) during some performances.Customer commentsIf you have a comment about your visit to the venue,questionnaires are available around the building or onrequest. Please return your forms to a member of staff.Burnley Mechanics is owned and operated by BurnleyCouncil, Manchester Rd, Burnley BB11 1BHBox Office: 01282 664400Administration: 01282 664411Fax: 01282 664431You can also buy tickets for our events at:BurnleyContact Burnley CentreAccringtonTourist Information CentreBarnoldswickTourist Information CentreBlackburnTourist Information CentreClitheroeVisitor Information CentreColnePendle Leisure ServicesPendle Discovery CentreAlthams Travel ServicesDarwenAlthams Travel ServicesNelsonTown Hall Information CentreAlthams Travel ServicesKeighleyKeighley Cash OfficeRawtenstallInformation CentreAlthams Travel ServicesWe are agents for events atHyndburn Leisure Services EventsPendle Leisure – Colne Municipal Hall(A booking fee of £2 per transaction applies)STOCKS MASSEYBEQUEST FUND

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