http://www.belgrade.co.uk/events/rss/ Upcoming events at Belgrade Theatre en-gb Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 The Counterfeit Stones bring you a rock 'n' roll concert, with all the Stones' classic hits, retro costumes and comedy.

*The Counterfeit Stones* celebrate their 22nd anniversary and Sir Mick’s 70th birthday with yet another Sham Rock experience, *Knock up Your Daughters*. *“The most famous Stones band in England.”* Sir Mick Jagger Their skillfully mixed cocktail of classic hits, retro costume and humour continues to intoxicate both young and old. This hooky masterpiece, hilariously mockumenting the history of the Rolling Stones from 1962, will bring back the nostalgia if you were there, or if you weren’t, make you wish you were! ]]> 2013-05-24T19:45:00 2013-05-24T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Catherine Gallagher performs sensational and breathtaking Irish dance with an ensemble of international Irish step dancers.

This live show features sensational and breathtaking solos from ex Riverdance, All Ireland and World Champion exponent of Irish dance, Catherine Gallagher, together with a precision ensemble of international Irish step dancers. Get ready for an impressive production of Irish dance as you’ve never seen it before. *Running time:* 1st act 50 mins, 20 min interval, 2nd act 50 mins ]]> 2013-05-25T19:45:00 2013-05-25T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Beverley Callard, Ray Quinn and Duggie Brown star in the Olivier-award winning comedy, The Rise and Fall of Little Voice.

Starring Beverley Callard (_Coronation Street_), Ray Quinn (_Dirty Dancing_, _Grease_, _Legally Blonde_), Duggie Brown and introducing the sensational Jess Robinson as Little Voice, in the Olivier award-winning comedy, *The Rise and Fall of Little Voice*. Written and directed by Jim Cartwright, this sparkling new production is a story of music, divas and romance, featuring songs by the some of world’s greatest female stars, including Shirley Bassey, Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand. Shy Little Voice spends most of her time hidden away with her late father’s record collection, perfecting her astonishing impersonations. Her extraordinary talent remains a secret until she is overheard by local talent scout Ray Say. Determined to hit the big time, Ray sets about creating the show of the century with Little Voice as his star. When the big night arrives, Ray is convinced that this is his last chance for fame and fortune. But has anyone asked Little Voice what she wants? *This show contains strong language.* <object width="560" height="315"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/GsMw30hgOmo?version=3&amp;hl=en_GB"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/GsMw30hgOmo?version=3&amp;hl=en_GB" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="480" height="315" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object> ]]> 2013-05-28T19:45:00 2013-06-01T19:45:00 B2 stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Join us for Discovering Charlie Peace, a special free event on Thursday 30 May

His style, as they say, was legendary. The criminal career of Charlie Peace made him one of the most notorious villains of the Victorian age - and an object of enduring public fascination. His life has been the subject of books, films and even a popular comic strip. Now the Belgrade Theatre and Nottingham Playhouse have commissioned Michael Eaton to create a brand new play about the man and his exploits. "Charlie Peace: His Amazing Life and Astounding Legend":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/charlie-peace-his-amazing-life-and-astounding-legend runs from *Saturday 26 October – Saturday 16 November* and we would like to invite you to join us for *Discovering Charlie Peace*, a special *free* event on *Thursday 30 May* at 7pm in our B2 auditorium. A much-acclaimed dramatist for both stage and screen, Michael Eaton will be there in person to discuss the genesis of his script with Nottingham Playhouse’s Artistic Director Giles Croft, who is set to bring the show to life on stage. We'll be sharing some short excerpts and one or two of the period songs that are likely to feature in the show. You can also expect a sneak preview of the set designs by Barney George, which incorporate work by the celebrated graphic artist Eddie Campbell. Campbell is the illustrator of Alan Moore’s renowned graphic novel *From Hell*. ]]> 2013-05-30T19:00:00 2013-05-30T19:00:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Coventry Jubilee Rotary Club present Buddy's Rock 'n' Roll Party!

Join Coventry Jubilee Rotary Club on a Rock ‘N’ Roll night when you will believe Steve Taylor IS Buddy Holly. This magical night stars “Buddy and The Bootleg Crickets” aka singer/songwriter/ producer Steve Taylor and his brilliant live band. With the UK’s No1 Everly Brothers tribute The Temple Brothers and Steve Taylor opening the show performing classic hits from the era. Then it’s on with the horn-rimmed glasses and the iconic sound of Buddy Holly and The Bootleg Crickets. Stand by for a real trip down memory lane, with hit after hit including, ‘That'll Be The Day’, ‘Peggy Sue’, ‘Bye Bye Love’, ‘Everyday’, ‘Rave On’, ‘Cathy’s Clown’ and so many more. Special guest will be last year’s ‘Young Entertainer of The Year’ winner Reece Bahia. Steve and the Temple Brothers have been touring the country playing Buddy Holly and the Everly Brothers. So be prepared for a dazzling night of great live music. All proceeds go to charity supported by The Rotary Club of Coventry Jubilee ]]> 2013-06-07T19:30:00 2013-06-07T19:30:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Variety of music,comedy,magic and singing performed by Coventry Schools COVENTRY SCHOOLS

21 secondary schools will battle it out to become the Young Entertainer(s) of 2013 with the lucky winners performing at this year’s Godiva Festival. Come along and see the stars of the future performing extracts from musicals to magicians, singers, dancers and much more. Young Entertainer is brought to you by the Rotary Club of Coventry Jubilee and is hosted by their very own Brody Swain. ]]> 2013-06-08T19:00:00 2013-06-08T19:00:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach brought to life on stage

The Birmingham Stage Company proudly presents Roald Dahl’s amazing story, following its acclaimed productions of _George’s Marvellous Medicine, Horrible Histories_ and _The Jungle Book_. James lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, the most revolting aunts in England. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known. When James accidentally spills the bag near an old peach tree, the most incredible things start to happen and James embarks on the adventure of a lifetime with the most amazing group of characters you could ever meet! If you’re looking for fruit-filled fun and whizz-popping wonders, then don’t miss *James and the Giant Peach*. <iframe width="480" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/2NHxxHtjj0A?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Running time: Approx 1hr 55mins including interval Recommended for ages 4+ ]]> 2013-06-11T19:00:00 2013-06-15T14:30:00 The Lewis Gallery, Rugby School, Rugby 0.00000000 0.00000000 Belgrade Theatre Unplugged

*Belgrade Theatre Unplugged* is a unique opportunity to hear extracts from forthcoming productions in a variety of interesting venues around Coventry and Warwickshire. The cast are a company of professional actors* who stage tasters of our forthcoming Autumn Season of produced work. The plays will include our Coventry Blitz play, "One Night in November":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/one-night-in-november-2013-ms, "Charlie Peace: His Amazing Life and Astounding Legend":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/charlie-peace-his-amazing-life-and-astounding-legend, our new musical "The Prodigals":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/the-prodigals-2013 and *a taste of 2014*, with an extract from a play we hope to bring to audiences in 2014. *Belgrade Theatre Unplugged* will be performed at: * *The Lewis Gallery, Rugby School, Rugby* Thursday 13 June at 7.45pm * *Edgwick Play Centre, Foleshill* Friday 14 June at 12pm * *Draycote Water, Nr Rugby* Saturday 15 June at 1pm * *The Charterhouse, Coventry* Saturday 15 June at 6pm The Belgrade Theatre's "Community & Education Company":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/take-part/community-and-education will be performing extracts from their productions; *Close to Home*, *Priorities*, *All the Moves* and *Ministry of Meh*; at Draycote Water and The Charterhouse. There will also be readings of the same plays at Compton Verney and The Butchers Arms however tickets for these events must be booked with the venue. Details below: * "Compton Verney":http://www.comptonverney.org.uk/, *Warwickshire* Sunday 9 June at 1pm * "The Butchers Arms":http://thebutchersarms.com/, *Priors Hardwick* Wednesday 12 June at 1pm _*please note that the company of actors may vary from the ones that will perform in the staged versions at the Belgrade Theatre._ *For more information call the Belgrade’s Development Team on 024 7684 6758* ]]> 2013-06-13T19:45:00 2013-06-15T18:00:00 Morton Hall 0.00000000 0.00000000 Belgrade Theatre Unplugged

*Belgrade Theatre Unplugged* is a unique opportunity to hear extracts from forthcoming productions in a variety of interesting venues around Coventry and Warwickshire. The cast are a company of professional actors* who will stage tasters of our forthcoming Autumn Season of produced work. The plays will include our Coventry Blitz play, "One Night in November":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/one-night-in-november-2013-ms, "Charlie Peace: His Amazing Life and Astounding Legend":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/charlie-peace-his-amazing-life-and-astounding-legend, our new musical "The Prodigals":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/the-prodigals-2013 and *a taste of 2014*, with an extract from a play we hope to bring to audiences in 2014. Belgrade Theatre Unplugged will be launched at *Morton Hall*, the private home of former Belgrade Theatre Chairman René Olivieri and his wife. This is a rare opportunity to see the stunning grounds of this beautiful estate, have a guided tour of the landscaped gardens before hearing the readings from the Autumn Season. You can bring a picnic to enjoy on the North Lawn, or you can pre-purchase a luxury picnic from Aubrey Allen. _*please note that the company of actors may vary from the ones that will perform in the staged versions at the Belgrade Theatre._ *For more information call the Belgrade’s Development Team on 024 7684 6758* ]]> 2013-06-16T12:00:00 2013-06-16T12:00:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Coventry Musical Theatre Society present the classic musical Oklahoma!

Presented by Coventry Musical Theatre Society, the award-winning high spirited musical hit Oklahoma! comes to the Belgrade Theatre this summer. This timeless masterpiece features some of the greatest songs in musical theatre history including _Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’_, _Kansas City_, _People Will Say We’re in Love_ and _The Farmer and the Cowman_. Set in the territory of Oklahoma just after the turn of the century, the rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys provides the colourful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story. Although the road to true love never runs smooth, love's journey is as bumpy as a surrey ride down a country road. With these two headstrong romantics holding the reins, we have no doubt they will succeed in making a new life together. ]]> 2013-06-20T15:00:00 2013-06-22T19:30:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Finding Anastasia is an original adventure in dance and theatre for all the family

*Finding Anastasia* is an original adventure in dance and theatre for all the family. This is LWAD’s first production at the Belgrade and showcases the diversity of dance styles they offer, from ballet, tap and street to jazz, contemporary, drama and more. ]]> 2013-07-05T18:30:00 2013-07-06T18:30:00 B2 stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Acclaimed Pink Floyd tribute band Darkside performs the complete Dark Side of the Moon album.

Set within the intimate surrounds of B2, acclaimed Pink Floyd tribute band *Darkside* is making its first appearance at the Belgrade, performing the complete _Dark Side of the Moon_ album. Check out the musicianship, spectacular lightshow, projected images and the band’s passion for Pink Floyd at "www.darksidefloydshow.com":www.darksidefloydshow.com. Please note, concession prices are only available on balconies. Running time: Max 2 hrs 45 mins including interval ]]> 2013-07-06T20:00:00 2013-07-06T20:00:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Featuring over 300 of Coventry’s most accomplished and up-and-coming young dance talents, Do Your Thing promises to be innovative and exciting.

*Freeman Dance present Do Your Thing!* Featuring over 300 of Coventry’s most accomplished and up-and-coming young dance talents, *Do Your Thing* promises to be innovative and exciting. With dynamic performances in ballet to street, acrobatics to irish, and musical theatre to tap, *Do Your Thing* has something for everyone. "www.freemandance.co.uk":http://www.freemandance.co.uk Running time: approx 2 hours plus 20 min interval ]]> 2013-07-12T19:00:00 2013-07-13T19:00:00 B2 stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 The UK's only Physical Theatre Festival for young people.

The Physical Fellowship celebrates the sharing of original devised performance in all forms of physical theatre and enables young performers to experience and create professional physical performance. This year's theme is Tell Me a Story; all performance work will be based on, inspired by or start with a story written, remembered or found. The Physical Fellowship is dedicated to showcasing the performance work of participating youth and school groups, with public evening performances. The festival is supported by a headline performance by Highly Sprung Performance Co. that showcases the potential of professional physical performance that is inspiring and engaging. *Hero* explores the story of Max, a typical loser in life, who’s lack of ambition and lust for life dramatically changes when his involvement in a local bank robbery turns him overnight into an accidental hero. A zero to hero story that challenges insults and rips open the fears and doubts we all hide within ourselves. ]]> 2013-07-16T19:30:00 2013-07-19T19:30:00 Belgrade Theatre 0.00000000 0.00000000 Belgrade Theatre Summer School, an intensive week of workshops and rehearsals for young people aged 8-16

Now running for its third year, the *Summer School* offers young people a unique opportunity to develop and share their theatre skills over an intensive week of workshops and rehearsals. Each week will be open to young people aged 8 – 16 years and will enable them to develop and share their theatre skills through an intensive programme of workshops and rehearsals. Creative practitioners from the Belgrade will work with the young people to create a devised piece of theatre during the week. The young people will explore movement, voice and acting techniques culminating in a sharing of the week’s work on the last day, which all friends and family of participants are invited to watch. "Week 2: Mon 12 - Fri 16 August":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/summer-school-week-2-2013 ]]> 2013-07-29T10:00:00 2013-07-29T10:00:00 Belgrade Theatre 0.00000000 0.00000000 Belgrade Theatre Summer School, an intensive week of workshops and rehearsals for young people aged 8-16

Now running for its third year, the *Summer School* offers young people a unique opportunity to develop and share their theatre skills over an intensive week of workshops and rehearsals. Each week will be open to young people aged 8 – 16 years and will enable them to develop and share their theatre skills through an intensive programme of workshops and rehearsals. Creative practitioners from the Belgrade will work with the young people to create a devised piece of theatre during the week. The young people will explore movement, voice and acting techniques culminating in a sharing of the week’s work on the last day, which all friends and family of participants are invited to watch. "Week 1: Mon 29 July - Fri 2 Aug":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/summer-school-week-1-2013 ]]> 2013-08-12T10:00:00 2013-08-12T10:00:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 The Prodigals is the stunning new musical directed by Joe Harmston that follow a father and his two sons through the toughest of emotional battlegrounds.

*The Prodigals* is a fast-moving, highly-energised new musical which began life at The Edinburgh Festival and now begins a new life at *The Belgrade*. Colonel Luke Gibson is proud to lead the Scottish regiment his family has served in for generations. The two sons he has brought up alone are now young men; while Captain Mike Gibson battles to destroy opium poppy fields in Afghanistan, his brother Kyle fuels his band’s gigs with heroin. When Kyle hits rock bottom, can he return home to the community he has insulted and rejected? How will his brother respond to his needs? Will Colonel Gibson balance his love for two such different sons with his responsibilities to all the soldiers under his command? From its explosive choreographic opening on patrol in Helmand Province, through the comic absurdities of Kyle’s drug-induced hallucinations, *The Prodigals* drives this extraordinary tale on with stunning new music and dance and a script that challenges us to explore the toughest of emotional battlegrounds. ]]> 2013-08-30T19:45:00 2013-09-14T19:45:00 B2 stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 A comic, romantic and magical play by William Shakespeare

An adaption of Shakespeare's *Cymbeline*. The kingdom is in turmoil and the fate of a country is at stake. What happens when the lives of a foolish king, a beautiful princess, her banished husband and a charming rogue collide? Power, love and treachery are to the fore when the rebellious Princess Innogen risks her reputation and family honour by marrying without her father’s permission. When her husband falls prey to the manipulations of a rakish and smooth-talking womaniser, her loyalty is tarnished. Innogen is forced to swap her sari for breeches and flee from court. Based on the play by William Shakespeare, the improbable becomes probable in this epic, adventurous romance filled with heroic strangers, sinister villains, ghosts, gods and long-lost brothers. Will the kingdom have its happily ever after? ]]> 2013-09-14T19:30:00 2013-09-21T19:30:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Talon are world's definitive Eagles tribute show.

Now in their sixteenth year together Talon are recognised throughout the industry as the world's definitive Eagles tribute show. In 2013 their latest production will feature all the classic Eagles hits from the timeless back catalogue including _Hotel California, Lyin’ Eyes, Take It Easy, Desperado, Take It To The Limit, Life In The Fast Lane, The Last Resort_ and many more. Although the show now features a host of world class musicians, it is the immensely powerful four part vocal harmony and exact musical production on which Talon have built their reputation. Their ability to evolve and go from strength to strength in delivering bigger and better shows year on year continues once again with what promises to be an event. ]]> 2013-09-17T19:45:00 2013-09-17T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 A slice of Rock ‘N’ Roll nostalgia

Buddy’s incredible legacy of unforgettable hit songs lives on in this authentic slice of rock ‘n’ roll nostalgia. The UK’s number one Buddy Holly tribute star, Marc Robinson, comes to the Belgrade’s Main Stage to deliver an extraordinary night of music. Featuring all the greatest Buddy Holly hits including _That’ll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, Oh Boy, It’s So Easy, Heartbeat, It Doesn’t Matter Anymore, True Love Ways, Raining in my Heart_ and many more, Marc Robinson superbly recreates a bygone era. Joining him on stage will be Jess Conrad and together they will be backed by a band reminiscent of the Crickets in their Fifties heyday. So, dig out your Buddy Holly glasses and dust off your dancing shoes for this fantastic evening of entertainment. ]]> 2013-09-18T19:45:00 2013-09-18T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Celebrating the world’s greatest musicals!

*Three Phantoms* features songs from _Les Misérables, West Side Story, Spamalot, Kiss Me Kate, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Rock of Ages_ and _Wicked_ to name but a few. This unmissable concert concludes by celebrating what has become the world’s most successful entertainment phenomenon, the story of _The Phantom of the Opera_. Earl Carpenter, Matthew Cammelle and Stephen John Davis have all played, to huge critical acclaim, the mysterious Phantom in Cameron Mackintosh's and The Really Useful Company's production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's _The Phantom of the Opera_. Here they are joined by the fantastic Rebecca Caine, whose performance as Christine Daaé in the original cast of _The Phantom of the Opera_ playing opposite Michael Crawford and in the Canadian premiere alongside Colm Wilkinson, was acclaimed on both sides of the Atlantic. _Three Phantoms is in no way connected with and/or approved/endorsed by Really Useful Group or Andrew Lloyd Webber._ ]]> 2013-09-19T19:45:00 2013-09-19T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 The swingsational Dean, Sammy and Frank spectacular

The UK’s best Rat Pack concert show, *Rat Pack Live*, sees three talented singers perform all of the singing super star's classic hits including _New York, New York, That’s Amore, My Way, Mr Bojangles, That’s Life, Ain’t That a Kick in the Head, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, Mambo Italiano_, and _Little Old Wine Drinker Me_. Featuring all the patter and razzamatazz of the Rat Pack’s infamous live stage show, join the UK’s number one Dean, Sammy and Frank live concert extravaganza. The original Rat Pack were the definition of cool during their fifties and sixties Vegas heyday – Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jnr and Frank Sinatra. Combining the full sound of big band swing with charisma, panache and swagger, the trio had attitude to spare. *The Rat Pack Live* promises to recreate the trio's supreme stage presence. ]]> 2013-09-20T19:45:00 2013-09-20T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 The cult Cockney duo are back by popular demand to celebrate their career and rise to success in a live show featuring songs from across their entire back-catalogue.

Cult Cockney duo *Chas 'n' Dave* are back by popular demand to celebrate their career and rise to success in a live show featuring songs from across their entire back-catalogue. The show will take you on a historical journey with the first half ending with _Gertcha_, the hit that marked the beginning of their success in 1979. The second half of the show will continue their story and feature chart topping hits such as _The Sideboard Song, Rabbit, Ain’t No Pleasing You_ and _Snooker Loopy_. *Chas ‘n’ Dave* have gained a cult audience of both young and old and due to public demand they are about to be seen together on stage once more. ]]> 2013-09-21T19:45:00 2013-09-21T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 One Night in November, the gripping wartime love story set during the Coventry Blitz is back by popular demand.

The hit blitz play *One Night in November* is back by popular demand! Coventry, November 1940. Katie, a headstrong 18 year old training to be a teacher, encounters the stranded Michael, an Oxford tutor of Romantic Literature and Language, while waiting for the ‘All Clear’ at a railway station. It’s the beginning of what could be a straightforward love story. But nothing is straightforward in wartime. Unknown to Katie, Michael has been forced to turn his language skills to deciphering codes at Bletchley Park. Katie, who lives with her family in Coventry, has no idea how terrible the threat of war is. But Michael does… Did Winston Churchill have advance warning of the attack on Coventry? Was the city sacrificed for the greater good – or to provoke America into the war? This gripping wartime love story set during the Coventry Blitz is back by popular demand having received an overwhelming response from audiences and critics alike. _“This intensely dramatic play is a landmark chapter in the city’s theatrical and cultural history.”_ Coventry Times Age recommendation: 11+ Running time: 2hrs 20 mins including interval This show contains loud bangs, flashing lights and smoke. ]]> 2013-09-28T19:45:00 2013-10-19T19:45:00 B2 stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Hoopla Production. Approx 60-70 minutes no interval. Target Age 6-12

*Three Witches* is the tale of Roy and Beth, brother and sister, on the road together. Always being moved on, they find themselves at the castle where Macbeth was once King. There they meet the Laird, the crow and Hagwitch, the castle Keeper. She challenges them to spend the night, lift the ancient curse and become the new King and Queen. But things are not as they seem and the three witches are up to their old tricks. Will Beth and Roy complete the challenge or will their rivalry get the better of them? With witches, ghosts, spells and potions, songs and scares along the way, *Three Witches* draws on elements of Macbeth to tell a modern story of action and adventure. This exciting tale is brought to you by Hoopla Productions, the team behind _The Night Queen_. The style is comic Gothic, with rumbustious action, original songs and striking effects. Treat yourself and your young ones to a thrilling, action-packed 60 minutes of unforgettable music theatre. ]]> 2013-10-04T19:00:00 2013-10-12T14:45:00 B2 stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 A dramatic performance of 35 extraordinary poems from around the world, presented by three performers.

Embarking on its second national tour, Midland Creative Projects and the Belgrade Theatre are delighted to welcome back the acclaimed poetry in performance production *Being Human*. *Being Human* is a dramatic performance of 35 extraordinary poems from around the world, presented by three performers. Charting the drama of our lives, these are thoughtful and passionate poems that will touch the heart, stir the mind and fire the spirit. Poems about love and loss, fear and longing, hurt and wonder. Poems about being human. Audiences have described this show as _‘…an amazing theatrical experience’_ and _‘absolutely stunning’_. Here’s your chance to catch it again or see it for the first time. Running time 1 hour and 40 mins including a 20 min interval. ]]> 2013-10-18T20:00:00 2013-10-19T20:00:00 B2 stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 A modern musical melodrama about the greatest celebrity villain of the Victorian age.

The greatest celebrity villain of the Victorian age, Charlie Peace’s life became legend. He was a master of disguise, an accomplished musician and irresistibly attractive to women. On the run, having murdered his lover’s husband, he holed up in the warrens of Nottingham’s Narrow Marsh. This modern musical melodrama asks the question: Why, now as then, are we terrified of crime but fascinated by criminals? This will be the world premiere of a new play by celebrated writer, Michael Eaton, and the designs will feature the work of renowned graphic artist, Eddie Campbell. The play will be directed by Giles Croft and designed by Barney George. The Composer & Musical Director is Jonathan Girling. Illustration: Eddie Campbell Please note: contains strong language, scenes of violence and sexual references. Age recommendation 14+ Join us for the *FREE EVENT*: "Discovering Charlie Peace":http://www.belgrade.co.uk/event/discovering-charlie-peace *in B2 on Thursday 30 May at 7pm*. Michael Eaton will be there in person to discuss the genesis of his script with Nottingham Playhouse’s Artistic Director Giles Croft, who is set to bring the show to life on stage. We’ll be sharing some short excerpts and one or two of the period songs that are likely to feature in the show. ]]> 2013-10-26T20:00:00 2013-11-16T20:00:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 The Mousetrap, Agatha Christie's legendary, record-breaking, Box Office smash hit thriller celebrates 60th anniversary!

*The Mousetrap*, Agatha Christie's legendary, record-breaking, Box Office smash hit thriller celebrates its 60th anniversary! A classic. A landmark. A legend. *The Mousetrap* is famous around the world for being the longest running show of any kind in the history of British theatre - with over 25,000 performances, it’s a play to be proud of. To celebrate 60 incredible years on stage, it’s going on tour for the first time with a star cast to give you a once in a life-time opportunity to see this masterpiece at the *Belgrade Theatre*. The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be? One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment, the identity and the motive are finally revealed. In her own inimitable style, Dame Agatha Christie has created an atmosphere of shuddering suspense and a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks around every corner. Running time: approx. 2 hours 20 mins. <iframe width="480" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/QZOU5NTaa0A?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> ]]> 2013-11-04T19:45:00 2013-11-09T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 The Belgrade’s legendary Christmas pantomime returns with one of the world’s favourite fairytales, Jack and the Beanstalk!

The Belgrade’s legendary Christmas pantomime returns with one of the world’s favourite fairytales, *Jack and the Beanstalk*! On their farm in Merrydale our hero Jack, his mother Dame Trott, and his brother Simon haven’t a bean to their name! Their friendly cow, Daisy, has gone dry and worse still the village is being destroyed by the evil giant Blunderbore. His wicked henchman Fleshcreep has stolen the magic harp of Merrydale and kidnapped the beautiful Princess. Join us to see if Jack can save the day, retrieve the harp and win the heart of the Princess. Featuring spectacular scenery, stupendous costumes, hilarious slapstick and bags of audience participation, *Jack and the Beanstalk* promises to be a treat for all the family! Earlybird tickets are available now for a limited time only, so don’t miss this chance to get next year’s Christmas treat all booked up! ]]> 2013-11-27T19:00:00 2014-01-05T13:30:00 B2 stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 The Belgrade's B2 Xmas Show - festive fun for grown ups!

*Oh No It Isn’t!* is the brilliant new comedy thriller, written and directed by acclaimed Coventry writer, Nick Walker. Four actors are performing a Christmas panto. For the audience it’s a fun, yuletide treat – for the actors on stage, it’s a matter of life and death! We soon discover that the cast are all embroiled in a plot to kill each other. A prop gun is swapped for the real thing and a poisoned apple is on the menu. Who's bean-stalking who? Will the Giant come out on top? Or will it be curtains for Daisy the cow? The cry of “He’s behind you!” has never sounded so chilling! As ever, the *B2 Xmas Show* has been created especially for grown-ups so it’s perfect for office parties or anyone who wants to enjoy a Christmas night out away from the kids. This compact show only lasts around an hour, so it leaves you plenty of time to complete your evening with a few celebratory drinks. Festive fun for grown-ups. ]]> 2013-12-07T20:00:00 2013-12-28T20:00:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 PLEASE NOTE: due to unforeseen circumstances this performance has now been cancelled.

PLEASE NOTE: due to unforeseen circumstances *this performance has now been cancelled* and *rescheduled on Weds 15 Jan 2014*. If you have bought a ticket then it will automatically be transferred to this new date and our box office team will be in touch to confirm that transfer or to offer refunds. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused and we thank you for your understanding. ]]> 2014-01-15T19:45:00 2014-01-15T19:45:00 Belgrade Main stage 0.00000000 0.00000000 Legendary musical Blood Brothers returns to the Main Stage

Written by Willy Russell, the legendary *Blood Brothers* tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with tragic consequences. The superb score includes _Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe_ and the emotionally charged hit _Tell Me It’s Not True_. *“Devastating. A masterpiece. If you haven’t seen it go, if you have, go again’* News of the World Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning *Blood Brothers*, and Bill Kenwright’s production continues to enjoy standing ovations at every devastating performance. No wonder Blood Brothers is now ‘The musical for all time’. *“The greatest musical of the decade."* International Herald Tribune ]]> 2014-01-27T19:45:00 2014-02-08T19:45:00