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Brian Conley to appear at Marina

One of the biggest names in show business is set to appear on stage in Lowestoft this September it was announced this week.

Currently appearing in the musical Hairspray, Brian Conley will return to the stage this autumn when he embarks on his latest UK Tour, which is to call at the town’s Marina Theatre on September 18.

Showcasing the best sketches from his magnificent television series ‘The Brian Conley Show’ with a full supporting cast. ‘The Best of Brian Conley’ will be a complete entertainment spectacle with some of Brian’s best loved characters. Combining a first-rate mix of comedy, dancing and singing the show allows Brian to share with his audience his roots in theatre. With special guests including; dare-devil ‘Dangerous Brian’, ‘Larry the Loafer’, ‘Nick Frisbee’ and the legendary ‘Al Jolson’ all set to make an appearance, the show is set to be an entertaining hit for all to enjoy!

In a career that has spanned more than 20 years, Brian has had numerous shows on ITV including ‘The Brian Conley Show’, ‘Time After Time’ ,‘Brian Conley - Alive and Dangerous’ and ‘The Grimley’s’, achieving audiences in excess of 12 million.

This brand new UK tour will have all corners of the country laughing and promises to be a great show for all the family!

Tickets to see Brian Conley live on stage in Lowestoft are now available from the Marina Theatre box office on the telephone number above.

Top West End musical set for East Coast return

One of the most popular attractions ever staged at Lowestoft’s Marina Theatre is set for a sensational return to the East Coast this Autumn.

Bill Kenwright’s highly acclaimed production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will play just 12 performances at the Edwardian venue from October 19. Keith Jack, the hugely popular runner-up who finished just a hair’s breadth behind winner Lee Mead in hit BBC series ‘Any Dream Will Do’, takes on the title role, having won the hearts of the nation with his sparkling charisma and sensational singing voice.

With sensational reviews, Joseph continues to enjoy huge success across the country and features the liveliest, most energetic company of singers, dancers and actors you’ll ever see, brimming with non-stop action, laughter and infectious fun that is sure to delight the young and the young at heart.

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat marked the beginning of the legendary partnership between Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice who went on to write Jesus Christ Superstar and Evita together. With a score including ‘Close Ev’ry Door To Me’, ‘One More Angel’ and the unforgettable ‘Any Dream Will Do’, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat reveals the brilliance behind this partnership and the reasons for its phenomenal success.

The last time the musical visited the Marina it smashed all previous box office records, for more information or to book please call the Marina Box Office on the telephone number above.

It’s a white Christmas to dwarf all others!

Ice Star Stefan to lead Britain’s most easterly pantomime

Paul Holman Associates and the Marina Theatre, Lowestoft are delighted to announce details of this year’s talented cast in the town’s big Christmas pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Bringing charm, charisma and smouldering good looks to the production is the very talented Stefan Booth, who appeared in the hit serial drama Hollyoaks as the heartbreaking Jamie Nash, before leaving to spend time pounding the beat in The Bill as well as receiving critical acclaim for his appearances in musical theatre.

Stefan was a huge hit with judges and audiences in the popular Dancing on Ice competition which saw him spin, arabesque and butterfly jump his way into the final where he performed The Bolero in front of Jane Torvill and Christopher Dean, securing the runners-up place. He still enjoys ice skating and said that working with Jane and Christopher was an amazing experience.

Stefan will be appearing in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs as the dashing Prince.

He said:

“Pantomime is very special and such a magical experience for all the family. I’m really excited about the show and coming to Lowestoft. I’m a keen biker and photographer so I will be riding around the district getting to know the area. I’m bringing the family with me for Christmas and have found a wonderful quaint cottage for a cosy traditional family Christmas on location in Lowestoft!”

Joining Stefan in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be former Hi De Hi Yellow Coat Nikki Kelly.

For eight series of the BBC show, Nikki brought comedy and laughter to our screens as Sylvia and has recently been seen at The Marina in the touring stage version of Hi De Hi as ballroom dancer Yvonne. Nikki will ensure plenty of boos with her powerful performance of the Wicked Queen!

Bringing bucket loads of comedy to the production will be former Big Breakfast and Richard & Judy reporter, Mike “Squeaky” McClean, following his enormous success as principle comic at the Opera House Manchester last year. With his natural talent for comic timing and his loveable personality, Mike will be dishing up madness and mayhem as Snow White’s best friend Muddles!

A DJ for XFM, Mike is a keen Manchester City FC follower and has played for Rod Stewart’s celebrity charity team.

He said:

“I was devastated when Man City turned me down. Not to play for them, but to work at their burger bar! I hear Lowestoft Town FC are doing extremely well so if they’re interested I’m willing to try out!”

There’s nothing like a Dame and Marina audiences will have plenty to laugh about when they experience some of the outrageous costumes Dame Dolly Dumpling has promised to wear! Giving new meaning to haute couture will be the creative Adam Daye, who many will remember from the TV hit impressionist show Who Do You Do. Adam has appeared with many of the country’s leading comics, including Ken Dodd, Frankie Howerd, Victoria Wood and Bob Monkhouse.

Home grown talent comes in the shape of Ipswich born Victoria Scott who stars as the fairest of them all, Snow White, and will be known to many in the region from her seaside specials in Cromer as female vocalist. Dancers and children from The June Glennie School of Dance will also be gracefully entering pantoland!

Victoria said:

"I am very excited to perform in one of Suffolk's biggest professional pantomimes.
As an Ipswich girl it's going to be so good to finally tread the boards of the Marina. Snow White is my favourite role and I cant wait to meet the rest of the lovely cast."

Every production needs a good director and this show is no different! The Olivier award winning Kenn Oldfield, possibly one of the country’s leading directors and choreographers brings his vast wealth of talent to Lowestoft. Kenn was movement director on the Harry Potter film Prisoner of Azkaban, and has directed West End to touring theatre from Joseph and Little Shop of Horrors to Chicago. His TV credits include choreographing Allo Allo, You Rang My Lord and Hi De Hi to name a few.

The new producers of the Marina Theatre’s pantomime, Paul Holman Associates, one of the country’s leading producers of the genre, are confident Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will have something for all the family to enjoy, with a cast full of talent through to the stunning scenery and colourful, creative costumes all brought to life with that extra special pantomime slap stick and audience participation, this pantomime promises to deliver and delight the young and young at heart!

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs runs at the Marina Theatre from December 11 through until January 3. Tickets are on sale now and can be booked by calling the Box Office on 01502 533200. Ticket prices start from £5.00 with family tickets, group and schools rates also available.

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