Autumn all wrapped up at Stamford Corn Exchange
A busy Autumn season with over 30 shows in the next two months is getting under way at Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre.
To whet the appetite, here are some of the main shows in the September and October schedule.
Thursday 10th September, 7:30pm
An Evening With Danny McNamara, from Embrace
Now Embrace are celebrating their 30th anniversary and Danny is bringing a special evening of tales about one of Britain’s best-loved bands. With a new book published about the band’s early years, he’ll be telling stories, answering questions, and signing copies of Embrace’s new book.
Friday 11th September, 8pm
The Chris Stapleton Experience
With a reputation for unforgettable performances and crowd-pleasing shows, The Chris Stapleton Experience brings the sound of Nashville to Stamford.
Saturday 12th September, 7:30pm
Abba Forever
Packed full of excitement and exuberance, dazzling costumes and authentic lighting design, ABBA Forever will take you on a journey back to the 70s; the show is guaranteed to delight – from the opening refrain to the final sing-along chorus.
17th – 19th September, 2:30pm & 7:30pm
Legally Blonde: The Musical
Performed by Stamford Showstoppers, this show is packed with quirky numbers and catchy songs. Full of humour, heart, and energy, it captures all the magic of the film we know and love, leaving audiences thoroughly entertained and delighted.
Saturday 26th September, 7:30pm
Oasish
So, get your tickets and get ready to hear the best of Oasis and roll with such hits as Wonderwall, Roll With It, Supersonic, Whatever, D’You Know What I Mean?, Champagne Supernova and Don’t Look Back in Anger, to name but a few!
Thursday 1st October, 7:30pm
This Flight Tonight, the songs of Joni Mitchell
An intimate acoustic tribute to the music of Joni Mitchell, with a full and comprehensive performance of Joni’s most beloved album ‘Blue’ in its entirety.
Thursday 8th October
10cc’s Graham Gouldman & Heart Full of Songs
Featuring material from across Graham’s catalogue, the set includes such classics as 10cc’s I’m Not In Love and Dreadlock Holiday; Bus Stop and Look Through Any Window, which were hits for The Hollies; For Your Love and Heart Full of Soul (the Yardbirds); No Milk Today (Herman’s Hermits); Bridge To Your Heart from his time with the late Andrew Gold as Wax, along with songs from film soundtracks and his solo albums.
Friday 9th October, 7:30pm
Simon Evans is Staring at the Sun
Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back… With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer Simulation – and a pretty glitchy, off-brand simulation at that – and the approaching watershed of the AI Singularity looming like a weirdly pixelated cumulo-nimbus on the horizon.
Saturday October 10th
An Intimate Evening With ‘The Voice’ Russell Watson
Get ready for an unforgettable night with one of the world’s most captivating performers – the original crossover superstar. Now, in his most intimate tour to date, Russell takes you on a journey through the highs and lows of an extraordinary life.
15th – 17th October, 5pm & 7:30pm
The Pirates of Penzance
Performed by Stamford G&S, Expect all the usual Gilbert & Sullivan topsy-turvy silliness and sparkling wit that you’ve come to know and love…… A show for all ages – and one you definitely won’t want to miss!
We Will Rock You
Stamford Corn Exchange
Performed by Seaton Starlights, this incredible jukebox musical, features the legendary music of Queen. We Will Rock You takes audiences on a journey to a future where musical instruments are banned. Our beloved rock music is a thing of the past, just a distant memory… until the “Bohemians”, a rebel group with rock in their veins, rise up to restore the power of rock.
Wednesday 28th October, 7:30pm
Brian Bilston, How to Lay an Egg with a Horse Inside
Brian returns to the stage with his latest book, How to Lay an Egg with a Horse Inside. Get ready for an evening of comedy and laughter, as he takes the audience through the hows, whys and whats of reading, writing and enjoying poetry every day.
Saturday 31st October, 7:30pm
Supersonic Queen
Go back in time to experience the magic and excitement of a live Queen concert with the incredible tribute band.
•Tickets from www.stamfordcornexchange.co.uk