Saturday 24 July 2010 at 6pm
Listen and chill, have a dance and bring a picnic whilst watching two great jazz bands. The show begins at 6pm with the Antique Six and Chris Walker’s ‘Old Thumper Band’ playing in the lovely setting of this National Trust property.
Further details and to purchase tickets visit the Plymouth Jazz Club website.
Britain’s best loved rockers, Status Quo, will undertake a 28 date tour of the Uk this winter which includes a return visit to Plymouth Pavilions on Sunday November 21st.
Francis Rossi said: “We cannot wait for th UK winter dates. We’ve been halfway round the world in 2010, so it will be great to get out on stage in front of our unbelieveable crowds.”
“Playing in the UK is so special to us” Added Rick Parfitt, ” It doesn’t matter how many thousands of miles we’ve done on this bus, by the time the tour starts in Southend we’ll be ready to rock you in Plymouth – See you there!”
Piazza, Armada Way
29 October to 1 November
The Respect Festival returns again for 2010, bringing with it it’s trademark vibrancy and colour.
Plymouth Respect Festival is an annual celebration of Plymouth’s multi-culture, fusing colours, music, vibrancy, performance, arts an information.
It is one of the largest festivals of it’s kind within the UK and is expected to pull in over 20,000 visitors over the weekend. Join the activities on the Piazza from the 29 October to 1 November to see what Plymouth has to offer!
For more information please visit the Respect Festival website.
Come and join us on the Piazza for a live screening of the Last night of the Proms. Classical music by starlight, what could be more romantic?
Wrap up warm and spend the night with us at the Piazza enjoying the entertainment and the exquisite music from the final night of this fantastic musical event. We’ll be joining the orchestra from the Albert Hall live at 7.30pm for the main event.
Seating and refreshments will be available.
Wednesday 8 June
Piazza, Armada Way
Join us in the Piazza for the first of our screenings live from the Royal Opera House. Settle into the seating on 8 June to enjoy Carmen performed live from the Covent Garden venue. Catering will also be available.
The live screening will begin at 7pm, but be sure to arrive early to make sure you get a seat.
May 2010
1-9th The Barbican International Jazz and Blues Festival
The Barbican International Jazz and Blues Festival 2010 brings music, fun and entertainment to the historic quayside quarter of Plymouth, UK.
We have a Grand Festival Jazz Parade and Swing Sunday, where thousands take to the streets, we have excellent free gigs, we have astounding ticketed performances and some magical music is made live in front of everyone’s eyes.
A tremendous success last year and no doubt will be even better this year. So come to Plymouth Barbican and have some fun.
Thu 18 February 2010, 7:30pm. Plymouth Pavilions
Do you want to dance like the professionals. Then learn some of the steps from these two great performers. Check out the music as well – some classics from Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Irvin Berlin and much more!!
Join Anton du Beke and Erin Boag from BBC’s ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ return to Plymouth Pavilions with their new show; Steppin’ Out! After the sell-out success of their ‘Cheek to Cheek’ dates at Plymouth back in January, we expect this show to prove equally popular!
Dance icons and national treasures Anton & Erin will dazzle and charm with their ballroom magic that perfectly showcases their enchanting talent. The inimitable partnership is joined by singer and West End star Graham Bickley (The Phantom of the Opera and Joseph), guest dancers and a live orchestra conducted by Richard Balcombe.
With music from Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, George Gershwin and Irving Berlin the evening includes classic hits such as Let’s Face the Music and Dance, Steppin’ Out With My Baby and Strike up The Band.
Fri 26 February 2010, 8:00pm. Plymouth Pavilions
Some of that great music from from the best ABBA band.
Bjorn again was created and founded in 1988 in Melbourne, Australia by Director and Musician Rod Stephen. His show, whilst not labelled a copy or tribute band, is seen as a satirical parody of ABBA which has achieved worldwide cult status.
With the smash hit film ‘Mamma Mia!’ proving that ABBA’s music is as popular as ever, Bjorn Again presents a trip to the Theatre you’ll never forget . Featuring ABBA’s greatest hits together with the voice of legendary DJ/host Tony Blackburn, playing all the UK hits from 1988 the year Bjorn Again was created. A great party night out for all ages!
23 – 27 March at Theatre Royal
On her christening day Princess Aurora is cursed by the wicked fairy Carabosse: one day the Princess will prick her finger on a spindle and die. But the kind Lilac Fairy tempers the curse so the Princess will instead fall asleep for 100 years.
With a classical score by Tchaikovsky and original choreography by Marius Petipa, The Sleeping Beauty is considered one of the greatest ballets from Imperial Russia. This thrilling production is by Birmingham Royal Ballet’s former director Sir Peter Wright, creator of the Company’s popular production of The Nutcracker. With its romantic finale packed with every fairytale character imaginable, The Sleeping Beauty is as engaging now as when she first fell asleep, over a hundred years ago.