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The Visit

At Nantwich Players Theatre


Wed 20 March 2024 - Sat 23 March 2024


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Our award-winning Youth Theatre present the tragicomic play by Swiss dramatist Friedrich Dürrenmatt.


Directed by Ben Willis performances will be at 7.45pm on 20th – 23rd March 2024.


Tickets priced at £10 will be on sale from Nantwich Tourist Office (01270 600727) or on-line at www.nantwichtowncouncil.gov.uk from Tuesday 27th February 2024 at 9am.

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Wednesday 20 Mar 202419:45 Book Now (Sold Out)
Thursday 21 Mar 202419:45 Book Now (Sold Out)
Friday 22 Mar 202419:45 Book Now (Sold Out)
Saturday 23 Mar 202419:45 Book Now (Sold Out)

Elgar Concert

Elgar Concert

At St. Mary's Church Nantwich


Elgar: From the Bavarian Highlands

Sea Pictures

The Music Makers


All seats unreserves. Not refundable.

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Saturday 23 Mar 202419:30 Book Now (Call Box Office)

The White Bike

The White Bike

At Nantwich Players Theatre


A Nantwich Players Studio Production


Thursday 4th April 2024 to Sunday 7th April 2024


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Millions of people cycle to work everyday and every week, some of them don't make it home.


Written by Tamara Von Weathers


Tickets priced £8.00 on sale from Tuesday 27th February

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Thursday 4 Apr 202419:45 Book Now
Friday 5 Apr 202419:45 Book Now
Saturday 6 Apr 202419:45 Book Now
Sunday 7 Apr 202419:45 Book Now

The Very Best In Stand Up (April)

The Very Best In Stand Up (April)

Bringing four top comics every month, the show features the best from the National and International comedy circuits for a great ticket price.

Table reservations are available to groups of six or more by visiting www.civiccomedy.co.uk/reservations after purchasing your tickets.


Please note that tickets are purchased for the eveing itself and not for any acts on the bill as these can be subject to change. 18 years and over.


Only food and drink purchased at the Civic Hall can be consumed during this event.

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Friday 5 Apr 202419:15 Book Now (Doors open 7:15, starts 8:10)

The Girl on the Train

The Girl on the Train

At Nantwich Players Theatre


Friday 10th May 2024 - Saturday 18th May 2024


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Longing for a different life, her only escape is the perfect couple she watches through the train window every day, happy and in love. Or so it appears!


Written by Rachel Wagstaff, Paula Hawkins & Duncan Abel


Directed by Bethany Gail


Tickets priced £10.00 on sale from Tuesday 9th April

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Friday 10 May 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Saturday 11 May 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Monday 13 May 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Tuesday 14 May 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Wednesday 15 May 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Thursday 16 May 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Friday 17 May 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Saturday 18 May 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)

Merry Hell

Merry Hell

Wigan based 6 piece band MERRY HELL were awarded the prestigious ‘ Folking Award ‘ for best UK live act in 2022, and the festivals, gigs – and plaudits – just keep coming.

The bands new double album ‘Let The Music Speak For Itself’ entered the top 5 in the folk chart and the band spent 2022 playing most of the major festivals on the map.


Now we welcome them back to Nantwich Roots, this year to launch the event at Nantwich Town on Monday May 13.


If you’ve seen them before you won’t want to miss out… If you haven’t, expect rousing anthemic songs that are informed by folk music but have a rock’n’roll twinkle in their eye.


Expect brilliant musicianship. Expect passion and energy.

and lyrics filled with wisdom, anger, joy, and always infused with reasons to celebrate.


So get your tickets quickly, and beyond that follow the title of the album and ‘let the music speak for itself’.


Online purchase can only be made on the website wordsandmusicfestival.com

Or phone the Civic Hall Box Office on 01270 628633


Book Tickets

Monday 13 May 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm) (Call Box Office)

Elles Bailey

Elles Bailey

Elles Bailey the powerhouse vocalist that seamlessly weaves blues, Americana and soul, with hard hitting songs, and an incredible band behind her.


From opening for Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, to emerging as a radio favourite of Cerys Matthews and Bob Harris, to presenting her own show on Planet Rock Radio – Elles Bailey is everywhere!


Her 2022 album “Shining In The Half Light” hit the national album top 50 on release, and she was subsequently awarded 2 prestigious UK Americana awards – for artist of the year, and live act of the year respectively.


Elles makes her Nantwich debut, performing with her stellar band at the Crown Ballroom on Tuesday May 14.


Online purchase can only be made on the website wordsandmusicfestival.com

Or phone the Civic Hall Box Office on 01270 628633


Book Tickets

Tuesday 14 May 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm) (Call Box Office)

Icicle Works Acoustic

Icicle Works Acoustic

Flying in the face of the Zeitgeist, Ian McNabb’s anthemic choruses, literary lyrics and distinctive baritone soon propelled the band into the charts with breakthrough hits including “Love Is A Wonderful Colour” and “Birds Fly”.


Further hits and top 40 albums followed, while the bands live shows became the stuff of legend, with setlists taking many detours including Doors and Neil Young covers.

In the 1990s McNabb launched a successful solo career, recording his Mercury Prize nominated “Head Like A Rock” album in the US with Crazy Horse.


Recent years have brought reformations and now Ian, along with fellow founder member Chris Layhe, is performing intimate acoustic shows focussing on the bands classic 80s repertoire. A special night is in store.


Online purchase can only be made on the website wordsandmusicfestival.com

Or phone the Civic Hall Box Office on 01270 628633

Book Tickets

Thursday 16 May 202419:30 Book Now (Call Box Office)

Badly Drawn Boy

Badly Drawn Boy

BADLY DRAWN BOY returns to Nantwich –  one of the great UK songwriters of his generation, the much loved Damon Gough returns to play the festival for a second time.


His timeless songs – including songs from the smash albums “The Hour Of Bewilderbeast” and “Have You Fed The Fish”  along with the  classic “About A Boy” soundtrack – have lodged themselves in the nations psyche for nearly 2 decades, and with these plus new material on offer there’s never been a better time to see him ‘up close and personal’.  He plays Nantwich Civic Hall on festival Friday May 17 – and his last show here sold out weeks in advance so don’t delay.


Special Guest TBA


Online purchase can only be made on the website wordsandmusicfestival.com

Or phone the Civic Hall Box Office on 01270 628633



Book Tickets

Friday 17 May 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm) (Call Box Office)

Eddi Reader

Eddi Reader

The Scottish superstar – lead singer with Fairground Attraction (vocalist on the worldwide smash “Perfect”) enduring solo artist and ambassador for Scottish music and poetry – is back in Nantwich!


Eddi’s show at the Civic in 2021 was one of the greatest and best received nights in our festivals history – several members of our team still consider it our best ever show – and she’s back now by popular demand with her stellar band and sackful of hit songs including “Patience Of Angels” “Find My Love” and the evergreen “Perfect”.


One of the greatest of all UK singers, and a uniquely warm and witty stage presence,

she is a recipient of three Brit awards, and was the performer chosen to sing at the opening of the new Scottish Parliament buildings, at which occasion she was presented to Queen Elizabeth II.


A very special return, and a very special night in store. Book early to avoid disappointment.


Online purchase can only be made on the website wordsandmusicfestival.com

Or phone the Civic Hall Box Office on 01270 628633


Book Tickets

Saturday 18 May 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm) (Call Box Office)

Steve Wickham & Ray Coen

Steve Wickham & Ray Coen

STEVE WICKHAM is a revered Irish musician, best known as a member of the Waterboys, having made major contributions to many of their most famous tracks including “Fishermans Blues” “A Man Is In Love” and “The Pan Within”.


However he has also worked with U2 (playing on “Sunday Bloody Sunday” from the “War” album) and Sinead O’Connor on her early and most successful albums. Steve was born in Dublin, raised on classical music and Celtic folk, but his career has seen him emerge as a groundbreaking musician, whose use of the violin to create distinct rock soundscapes has earned him the nickname `’the Jimi Hendrix of the violin”. We await his first appearance in Nantwich with bated breath.


RAY COEN is a guitarist / multi instrumentalist hailing from Sligo.

A true virtuoso and master of many styles he has toured all over UK, Europe and Japan with Steve Wickham, and famed Irish bands the No Crows and Craic Addicts.


Online purchase can only be made on the website wordsandmusicfestival.com

Or phone the Civic Hall Box Office on 01270 628633


Book Tickets

Sunday 19 May 202413:30 Book Now (Doors open 1:30pm) (Call Box Office)

The Manfreds

The Manfreds

The Manfreds: Hits & More in ’24  Following the huge success of their 60th anniversary tour in 2023, The Manfreds will be coming to Nantwich Roots on Sunday 19th May at Nantwich Civic Hall.


They are considered one of the finest and most respected bands from the 1960’s era. Their numerous hits were not just ‘pop’ songs, many were R&B based with an undercurrent of jazz – a very unusual but winning combination of playing style and substance.


As a result, their records have a timeless quality and, some 60 years on, The Manfreds, with original front man Paul Jones, will be performing many of their hits, including ‘Do Wah Diddy Diddy’, one of the most popular and instantly recognisable songs of the ‘60’s, and still the biggest audience pleaser at their concerts, along with a mix of Jazz and Blues covers and tracks from their individual solo albums.


Paul Jones, with his unique harmonica sound, will be joined by founder member Tom McGuinness on guitar, Pete Riley on drums, Mike Gorman on keyboards, Marcus Cliffe on bass, and Simon Currie on saxophone/ flute.


Special Guest TBA


Online purchase can only be made on the website wordsandmusicfestival.com

Or phone the Civic Hall Box Office on 01270 628633



Book Tickets

Sunday 19 May 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm) (Call Box Office)

Sound & Vision

Sound & Vision

A TRIBUTE TO DAVID BOWIE


Sound & Vision is the ultimate David Bowie Tribute Band, whose aim is to emulate musically and vocally Bowie’s iconic songs. The Band very quickly established a reputation for their top class musicianship and just as the great man himself did, putting on a pretty theatrical show. Expect all the fabulous songs and worldwide hits.


The show is mesmerising, designed to stimulate all your senses… and have you dancing in the aisles.”

Book Tickets

Friday 24 May 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

Too Much Too Young

Too Much Too Young

A night of 2 tone, Ska and beyond


Live concert featuring a 9 piece band


'Incredible band, get ready to be ska'd for life' *****


Doors open 7:30pm, show starts 9pm

Book Tickets

Friday 21 Jun 202421:00 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

When We Are Married

When We Are Married

At Nantwich Players Theatre


Friday 28th June 2024 - Saturday 6th July 2024


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A group of friends, all married on the same day, celebrate their silver anniversary, only to discover...


Written by J.B. Priestley


Directed by Jerry Park


Tickets priced £10.00 on sale from Tuesday 4th June

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Friday 28 Jun 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Saturday 29 Jun 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Monday 1 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Tuesday 2 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Wednesday 3 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Thursday 4 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Friday 5 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Saturday 6 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)

The Last of the Pelican Daughters

The Last of the Pelican Daughters

At Nantwich Players Theatre


A Nantwich Players Studio Production


Thursday 11th July 2024 - Sunday 14th July 2024


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Four sisters come to terms with their mothers's death and what they each want from her house.


Written by Wardrobe Ensamble


Tickets priced £8.00 on sale from Tuesday 4th June

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Thursday 11 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Friday 12 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Saturday 13 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)
Sunday 14 Jul 202419:45 Book Now (Closed)

Alter Eagles

Alter Eagles

The Alter Eagles are delighted to be coming back to Nantwich Civic Hall for the third year in a row, bringing with them a new theatre show for 2024 that celebrates their 21st year of touring. Since their debut gig in 2003, the Alter Eagles have established themselves as one of the country's top tribute acts, headlining at theatres all over the country, playing a mix of old and new Eagles' songs. Expect all the classics - including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin' Eyes and Life In The Fast Lane - as well as Henley, Frey and Walsh solo numbers like Boys of Summer, The Heat is On and Rocky Mountain Way, along with some deep cuts and plenty of sweet country harmonies and rocking twin guitars.


The band members are Steve McCormack (vocals, guitars)  Alan Tomkins (keyboards, guitars, vocals) Rob Beattie (bass, acoustic guitar, vocals) Mike Bradley (guitars, vocals) and Ollie Green (drums and percussion). Find out more by visiting the band's website at www.altereagles.co.uk.


"World class." - Lemonrock Gig Guide


"Pitch perfect harmonies." - Brighton Evening Argus


"A joy to watch." - East Anglian Daily Times


"One of the best tribute bands I can remember seeing." - Windsor Observer


"The Alter Eagles brought more than a little American West Coast harmony to a warm English West Coast St Ives - they were perfect." - St Ives Times and Echo


Book Tickets

Friday 16 Aug 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

A Band Called Malice

A Band Called Malice

‘A Band Called Malice – The UK’s favourite tribute to ‘The Jam’ continue to take venues by storm as they cement their position as the number one choice for devoted fans of The Jam.


The talented musicians are the real deal and guarantee to take you back to ‘When You’re Young’ with their performances that give the same high energy, angst, aggression, passion and soul of their idols!

Book Tickets

Saturday 17 Aug 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

Dire Straits UK

Dire Straits UK

David, Alistair, Alec, Jade, Kingsley and Joe invite you to experience the magic of Mark Knopfler’s incredible band – Dire Straits – performed by 6 world class musicians and admirers of the incredible work of Mark, John Illsley, Terry Williams, Phil Palmer, Chris White, Alan Clarke, Guy Fletcher, Chris Whitten, Pick Withers and Mark’s brother David.


Inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame in 2018, the Dire Straits legacy leaves two decades of timeless music for us to enjoy including the rock classics Money for Nothing, Sultans of Swing and many more.


Performed in a way that only fans can deliver, dS:uK are the quintessential Dire Straits Experience in the UK today – don’t miss them!

Book Tickets

Sunday 18 Aug 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

From Gold To Rio

From Gold To Rio

THE GREATEST HITS OF SPANDAU BALLET & DURAN DUARN


Two of the UK’s most iconic bands will be brought to life in one power packed show!


From Gold to Rio will take you on a nostalgic journey back to the New Romantic era which ruled the charts for over a decade.

Book Tickets

Saturday 7 Sep 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

Rock Of Ages Experience

Rock Of Ages Experience

Welcome to The Rock of Ages Experience – an amazing tribute to the music of the smash-hit Hollywood musical and film.


The rock classics of the eighties go from strength to strength, as they perform some of the greatest rock songs of the decade. From Bon Jovi and Guns N Roses to Journey and Whitesnake – this six piece band will rock the house to it’s very foundations! If you want a night of rockin’ eighties fun – you’ve got it!


Book Tickets

Friday 20 Sep 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

Ultimate Coldplay

Ultimate Coldplay

This is “Ultimate Coldplay” the U.K.s leading tribute to Coldplay!


The vocals, mannerisms and atmosphere these guys deliver are second to none. Giving the audience that same high energy performance that you would get from the real thing!


Authentic instruments, costumes and lighting to match. Our lead vocalist is the perfect front man to take on Chris Martin, you won’t believe your eyes and ears!




Book Tickets

Friday 25 Oct 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

The ELO Encounter

The ELO Encounter

Roll over Beethoven, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra is here! In an all live show featuring soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and playing all the much loved songs from ELO’s hit-filled library including Evil Woman, Telephone Line and Don’t Bring Me Down.


 The ELO Encounter promises a night filled with rock, roll and Blue Skies that would make even Mozart mambo and Bach boogie! So Hold On Tight because Rock and Roll Is King in a show that is guaranteed to have you partying All Over The World.

Book Tickets

Friday 15 Nov 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7pm)

Guns N Roses Experience

Guns N Roses Experience

The GUNS N' ROSES Experience are a true professional International touring act and bring 80's Guns to life with a full on High octane show as witnessed by 100's of thousands back in the day of the classic Line up.

 

Gn'Re have the only singer able to deliver the exact same unique vocal style and stage show synonymous with classic Axl Rose and the only Axl impersonator in the world playing piano just like the iconic vocalist.

 

With a true Guns N Roses sound and stage show, Gn’RE meticulously recreate every visual detail and every musical note to capture that reckless spirit of the original Guns N Roses performances.


The Guns N Roses Experience perform a bone crushing 2 hour set with all the essentials covered welcome to the Jungle, Sweet Child o’ Mine, Knocking on heavens door, Rocket Queen, Live and let die and so much more.



Book Tickets

Saturday 16 Nov 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

Oasish

Oasish

Oasish have fast bcome one of the leading Oasis tribute bands.  Unlike other Oasis tributes, they perform as a full 5 piece band giving them that huge trademark Oasis sound.


“Yeah, he’s alright man!” – Liam Gallagher (when asked what he thought of Oasish lead singer, Paul)


“The best Oasis tribute band in the world!” – Clint Boon (Inspiral Carpets)


“The UK’s premier oasis tribute band!” – The NME


The most authentic oasis tribute there is!


Since forming in 2004, Oasish have taken the tribute world by storm. The attention to detail is incredible and many have hailed them as being better than the real thing!


They have performed at Wembley Stadium, The National Indoor Arena, Manchester Academy and are the only band to perform at the now world famous Glastonbudget Festival EVERY single year it’s been running.

Book Tickets

Friday 22 Nov 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

Nirvana Tribute

Nirvana Tribute

Nirvana Tribute is the world renowned No.1 international touring tribute that has toured more than a dozen countries including the US, Europe and Asia.  They have been featured in magazines, television and radio across the globe.


Regarded as the closest possible tribute to the original Nirvana line-up, Nirvana Tribute have captured both media and fan attention worldwide with their explosive, high energy live performances.

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Doors open 7.30pmBook Now

Fleetwood Machine

Fleetwood Machine

Fleetwood Machine stay true to the spirit and sound of the original music,  replicating the unique sounds of Lindsey Buckingham & Peter Green’s guitars, the intricate drum patterns of Mick Fleetwood and the haunting vocal harmonies that are Fleetwood Mac’s trademark…not forgetting the iconic ‘F1’ bass line, of course!


With a wide range of songs to show the incredible diversity of this fabulous catalogue, Fleetwood Machine showcase all of the beloved mega-hits plus some brilliant, less well-known songs from the Peter Green era to excite even the most discerning fans!

Book Tickets

Saturday 30 Nov 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

UK Bjorn

UK Bjorn

They're back by huge demand!!!


Top the pile of Abba tributes this group bring you a brilliantly authentic sound, perfectly replicated costumes and high-energy dance routines guaranteed to leave you’re audience cheering for more.

Book Tickets

Friday 13 Dec 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)

80's Christmas Party

80's Christmas Party

Who needs a time travelling DeLorean to revisit the 80's when you can dance the night away with 'Electromantics' THE UK's Premier 1980's Electronica / New Wave tribute band with Robotic Dancer - Manochrome.


What better way to get into the festive party spirit than with a night of neon nostalgia!


To complement the band we have a DJ who will keep you dancing to your favourite hits until the early hours.


Why not grab your friends/colleagues and hit the photo corner for a fun way to remember this fantastic 80's Christmas party.


For groups of 8 or more, table reservations are available, meaning that this a perfect evening for a work party or night out with friends.  Booking a group of 50+ or more? - the organiser receives a bottle of fizz.


And don't forget, for those really wanting to get into the spirit of the era, get those rara skirts, leg warmers and shell suits out, there's a prize for the best dressed!


Table reservations for groups of 8+ can be made for some shows.  Please contact the box office directly to discuss your requirements - 01270 628633

 

Book Tickets

Friday 20 Dec 202419:30 Book Now (Doors open 7:30pm)