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09-05-2025
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First pictures ahead of Steps musical's visit to Southampton next year
Happiness is only a heartbeat away with Here & Now, the hilarious and heart-warming new musical based on the songs of the multi-million-selling pop phenomenon, Steps. Don't miss this sparkling celebration of love and friendship when it comes to Mayflower Theatre Southampton in January after its record-breaking world premiere last year! Welcome to seaside superstore Better Best Bargains, where it's Friday night, the vibe is right, and everyone's dancing in the aisles. But when Caz discovers the shelves are stocked with lies and betrayal, the summer of love she and her friends dreamed of suddenly feels like a tragedy. Have they all lost their chance of a 'happy ever after'? Or does love have other plans in store…? (Image: Pamela Raith)READ MORE: Six returns to Southampton for fourth time in four years after sell out success Here & Now features many of Steps' iconic hits, including 5, 6, 7, 8, Stomp, Better Best Forgotten, and Last Thing On My Mind. Tickets for the show, which runs from January 20 to 24, are available from (Image: Pamela Raith)
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17-04-2025
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Original jukebox musical returns to Mayflower Theatre stage in 2026
The original jukebox musical will return to Mayflower Theatre in a year's time. Featuring a multi-talented cast of actor-musicians, Buddy presents two terrific hours of music with over 20 of Buddy Holly's greatest hits, including such timeless classics as That'll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, Oh Boy, Everyday and Rave On. With the Big Bopper's Chantilly Lace and Ritchie Valens' La Bamba, rip-roaring versions of Shout and Johnny B. Goode completing a stellar musical line-up, Buddy is a not-to-be-missed evening of family-friendly entertainment with tickets on sale on Friday. (Image: Hamish Gill f8creates)READ MORE: Practically perfect musical Mary Poppins returns to Southampton this summer Buddy has enjoyed phenomenal success, playing a record-breaking 4,900 performances over 614 weeks on tour in the UK and Ireland, as well as 5,822 performances over 728 weeks in London's West End. Loved by critics and audiences alike, Buddy tells the enduring story of the musical icon's meteoric rise from his Southern rockabilly beginnings to international stardom, culminating in his legendary final performance at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, before his tragic and untimely death on February 3rd, 1959 at the age of just 22. This became known as 'The Day the Music Died' as Don McLean called it in his song American Pie. In 18 short months the bespectacled boy from Lubbock, Texas, revolutionised the face of contemporary music, and would influence everyone from The Beatles to The Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan to Bruce Springsteen. Writer/Executive Producer Alan Janes said: "It really is incredible, over 35 years since we first opened, the show is back still spreading joy to every corner of the country. "This is testament to a wonderful, extremely talented cast and some of the finest rock n roll tunes ever written by the one and only Buddy Holly." Buddy has inspired a generation of multi-million ticket selling jukebox musicals yet remains a true original and musical phenomenon. Seen by over 22 million theatregoers since it first opened in London's West End in 1989, it continues to have audiences dancing in the aisles across the globe! Tickets for the show, which runs from May 21 to 23 2026, are on general sale on Friday from or 023 8071 1811.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
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In pictures: Riverdance 30th anniversary to be celebrated at Mayflower Theatre
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreography and breath-taking performances has left audiences in awe. To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance is embarking on a special anniversary tour, bringing its magic to audiences around the world. (Image: Mayflower Theatre) This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time Riverdance welcomes 'The New Generation' of performers, all of whom were not born when the show began 30 years ago. Riverdance 30: The New Generation is at Mayflower Theatre from September 25 to 28. Tickets from (Image: Mayflower Theatre)
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09-02-2025
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Only Fools and Horses musical close to a sell out in Southampton
Beg, borrow or steal - just as our hero Del Boy would - if you want to see Only Fools and Horses The Musical when it comes to Mayflower Theatre in March with every show on the week long run close to a sell out. Comedy giant Paul Whitehouse reprises his West End starring role as Grandad in the debut tour of the smash hit show, which he wrote alongside Jim Sullivan, son of the original writer. The pair took John Sullivan's 64 unforgettable television adventures featuring the Trotter brothers Del and Rodney and blended them into one perfect night out. (Image: johan persson)READ MORE: Meet the bingo fan who scooped the £100,000 jackpot at Buzz Bingo Lordshill Direct from a record-breaking sold-out four-year run in London, the show takes us on a trip back in time, where it's all kicking off in Peckham. While the yuppie invasion of London is in full swing, love is in the air as Del Boy sets out on the rocky road to find his soul mate, Rodney and Cassandra prepare to say 'I do', and even Trigger is gearing up for a date (with a person!). Meanwhile, Boycie and Marlene give parenthood one final shot and Grandad takes stock of his life and decides the time has finally arrived to get his piles sorted. With musical contributions from Chas & Dave, the beloved theme tune as you've never heard it before, and an array of brand-new songs full of character and cockney charm, you're guaranteed to have a right ol' knees-up! Jim said: "The story of the Trotters of Peckham spanned over two decades and included births, deaths and marriages. Our job was to boil that down into a single two hour story with songs! Ultimately, we are not trying to reinvent the series but rather to pay homage to it. What we've ended up with is (hopefully) something that captures and celebrates the heart and spirit of what the series was all about." (Image: Johan Persson) Paul added: "It was amazing to see the musical so well received during its four years in the West End. I can't wait to get back into Grandad's hat and slippers and take the show to new audiences around the country." So don't delay, only a 42 carat plonker would miss it! Limited tickets from
