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Anderton Centre Open Day

Anderton Centre Open Day

Anderton Centre Open DayDate: Saturday 4th May 2024We are thrilled to announce we have once again thrown open our gates for a few hours, for you to join us in what has become The Anderton Centres bi-annual Open day. It is an opportunity for you…

Anderton Centre Open Day

Anderton Centre Open Day

Join us for an exciting day of adventure and discovery at the Anderton Centre Open Day on May 1st, 2023!Located in the stunning countryside of Lancashire, the Anderton Centre is a premier outdoor activity centre that offers a wide range of fun and…

Anderton Centre Spring Open Day

Anderton Centre Spring Open Day

Date: Saturday 4th May 2025Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to announce we will once again throw open our gates for you to join us in what has become The Anderton Centres bi-annual Open Day. It is an opportunity for you to experience some…

Andre Rieu: Happy Days Are Here Again

Andre Rieu: Happy Days Are Here Again

Andre Rieu: Happy Days Are Here Again!Come and join André's epic summer party, only in cinemas this August. André Rieu is back after more than two years, with a brand-new concert from Maastricht. Enjoy a magical evening filled with feel-good…

Andrew Bird - Taken Seriously

Andrew Bird - Taken Seriously

After his TV appearance on "The Russell Howard Hour" Andrew supported Russell Howard on his massive national tour including four shows at The Manchester Opera House and six straight shows at The London Palladium.

Andrew Bird: Ticklish Mind

Andrew Bird: Ticklish Mind

After his TV appearance on The Russell Howard Hour, Andrew supported Russell Howard on his massive national tour.

Andy Fairweather Low

Andy Fairweather Low

Andy Fairweather Low will be performing at Darwen Library Theatre on 3rd February 2022 at 8.00pm. Tickets from £23.50.

Andy Hollingworth Exhibition at Showtown

Andy Hollingworth Exhibition at Showtown

His incredible photographs of some of Britain’s most iconic comedians feature in Showtown’s first major exhibition.

Andy Zaltzman

Andy Zaltzman

Andy Zaltzman, chair of The News Quiz (Radio 4), host of the global hit satirical podcast The Bugle, and Test Match Special statistician, returns with his unparalleled interactive stand-up show. Andy invites audience members to submit topics,…

Andy Zaltzman: The Zaltgeist

Andy Zaltzman: The Zaltgeist

With the 3rd millennium almost 2.5% complete, Andy Zaltzman, one of the UK's leading satirical comedians, assesses the state of Planet Earth and its most famous and controversial species–the human race.In the biggest stand-up tour of his career,…

Angela Barnes

Angela Barnes

A brand new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo. 

Angelica Sprockets Pockets: Outdoor Theatre at Brockholes Nature Reserve

Angelica Sprockets Pockets: Outdoor Theatre at Brockholes Nature Reserve

Prepare to be surprised, thrilled and tickled pink by Angelica Sprocket's never-ending pockets, and the marvellous things she keeps in them.

Animal Antics

Animal Antics

Time for The Animal Guyz who are fast becoming one of the UK's leading animal presenters to literally bring the stage to life with this brand-new funny, entertaining and educational live show that will delight the whole family.

Animal Antics

Animal Antics

A show packed with animal effects, music and laughter, designed to both entertain and educate using no live animals, stunning puppetry and special effects to bring incredible life-like and size animals and dinosaurs to the stage right before your…

Animal Antics

Animal Antics

Join The Animal Guyz for amazing show filled with life-size animals and dinosaurs. Time for The Animal Guyz, who are fast becoming one of the UK's leading animal presenters, to literally bring the stage to life with this brand-new funny,…

Animal Farm

Animal Farm

A Children's Theatre Partnership production in association with Birmingham Rep.

Animal Farm

Animal Farm

The animals of Manor Farm drive out the farmer and run the farm themselves. A revolution. And then what? Then freedom

Animal Magic at WWT Martin Mere

Animal Magic at WWT Martin Mere

Families can get closer to exciting wildlife like meerkats, sea eagles, and skunks and experience a weekend of wildlife-related activities.  The much-anticipated event will be joined by local rescues and zoos showcasing everything from snails to…

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2

Starring Mary Byrne (X Factor), Jessica Martin (Copycats), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) and Susie Fenwick (West End Star), we present Menopause the Musical 2 - Cruising Through Menopause. In this hilarious sequel to our smash-hit Menopause the…

Menopause The Musical 2

Menopause The Musical 2

Cruising Through Menopause, the hysterical sequel to the smash-hit show Menopause The Musical®, we fast forward five years to catch up with the same four ladies as they set off on the high seas for tales of their lives, loves and losses at King…

Menopause The Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause

Menopause The Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause

All aboard! We'll have you laughing, singing and maybe even dancing on-stage, as you join us for Menopause The Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause.

Menopause The Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause

Menopause The Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause

Starring Carli Norris (Doctors, Hollyoaks, Eastenders), Maureen Nolan (The Nolans), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) and Daniele Coombe (West End Star), we present the final UK tour of the smash-hit Menopause the Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause.

MENTIA GONE

MENTIA GONE

A play that captures the emotional essence of dementia.Performed by a talented, formidable cast

Mere Sands Wood Family Bat Walk

Mere Sands Wood Family Bat Walk

This bat walk night will start with an introduction to these fascinating creatures before heading out on the reserve for a walk to see if the bats are out and about.

Merry Christmas Kids Party at The Continental

Merry Christmas Kids Party at The Continental

Ho Ho Ho! The Merry Christmas Kids Party is coming to town.

Merry Hell

Merry Hell

Merry Hell do Merry Halloween. Merry Hell is a band founded on the ever evolving Folk tradition – music made by the people and shared by the people. They make their welcome return to Darwen Library Theatre on Friday 30th October 2020 at 7pm. Tickets…

Merry Medieval Festive Purses

Merry Medieval Festive Purses

Make a drawstring medieval purse – a little festive gift for yourself or someone special.Did you know that Medieval knights and their ladies kept coins in drawstring purses made of leather or velvet? The purses were made to be tied to belts or…

Messiah

Messiah

Start the Advent season by hearing Handel's Messiah in the splendour of Blackburn Cathedral.Directed by John Robinson, Director of Music Blackburn Cathedral, with The Cathedra Players and Blackburn Music Society.

Messiah at Blackburn Cathedral

Messiah at Blackburn Cathedral

Blackburn Music Society present their annual performance of Messiah, accompanied by The Cathedra Players.

Messiah en Baroque

Messiah en Baroque

Blackburn Music Society and the Northern Baroque Orchestra at 7.00 pm on Saturday 7th December 2019 in Blackburn Cathedral for Handel's Messiah. The performance will be conducted by the Society's Musical Director Abi Kitching with soloists Daniella…