Friday 1st September 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £24.50* (£22.50* conc)

Let’s Hang On
The Music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

This award-winning production, endorsed by Frankie Valli himself, celebrates the music of one of popular music’s most successful bands of all time.

Take a step back in time with an anthology of classic hits including Grease, December 1963 (Oh What a Night!), Sherry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Beggin’, Walk Like A Man, Big Girls Don’t Cry, and many more, climaxing with a spectacular finale of, of course, Let’s Hang On!

Complete with a brand new stage design for 2017, prepare for an electric atmosphere and plenty of dancing in the aisles!

‘You guys are dynamite!’ - Frankie Valli
‘These guys are absolutely brilliant’ - The Paul O Grady Show

www.letshangon.co.uk

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 2nd September 2017, 8:00pm
All Tickets £23.50*

Fresh from their hugely successful start in Europe, Australia and New Zealand, The Ultimate Eagles are continuing their brand new ‘History World Tour’ here in the UK.

Ultimate Eagles present the history of one of the world’s finest bands, performing classic hits and for the first time ever, live versions from their own hugely successful "Bare Bones Unplugged" album.

Before the tour is finished, they’ll be travelling over 100,000 miles; enough to circumnavigate the globe over 4 times!

No show in the world recreates the American Legend’s music with such accuracy and reverence as the Ultimate Eagles, and their 10,000,000+ online media views stands as a testimony to their international popularity and coveted status as “The World’s Greatest Eagles show.”

Performing live rarities and best selling classics, ‘The History World Tour’ will give you the Ultimate in live Eagles experiences, presented by world class musicians who have spent entire careers at the highest level appearing alongside artists such as Queen, Iron Maiden, Status Quo, Journey, Van Morrison, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Stevie Wonder, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Cliff Richard, John Legend and of course, the Eagles themselves.

“The Greatest Eagles Show in the World” - Chris Evans BBCR 2

“Sensational!... Not a tribute band, these are real musicians with real talent” - Daily Mail

 

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fee capped at 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 3rd September 2017, 7:00pm
Tickets £11.50*
Children and NUS Students £5.00

The annual Celebration concert of Wirral Schools' Concert Band.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 7th September 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £22.00* (£20.50* conc)

Direct from it’s success in London’s West End, a SOLD OUT UK tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including 'Mrs Robinson', 'Cecilia', 'Bridge Over Troubled Water', 'Homeward Bound' and many more. Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed!

"Fantastic" - Elaine Paige, BBC Radio 2. "Authentic and Exciting" - The Stage

www.thesimonandgarfunkelstory.com

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 8th September 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £24.50*

The award-winning Carpenters Story celebrates the music of one of the most successful pop duos in music history, Richard & Karen Carpenter.

Acclaimed international star Claire Furley remains unsurpassed in her uncanny representation of Karen Carpenter. Her stunning vocal harmonies, combined with state of the art video projection and lavish musical arrangements, will take you on an incredible journey through the uniqueness that truly was The Carpenters.

Featuring all the timeless hits including (They Long To Be) Close To You, We’ve Only Just Begun, Superstar, Yesterday Once More, Top of the World, Please Mr Postman, and many more!

‘A very accurate and faithful portrayal, I’m flattered!' - Richard Carpenter

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 9th September 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £21.50* (£20.50* conc)

Dancing Queen “The Concert” is an action packed party show featuring all the greatest hits from Abba, Grease and the biggest hits from the 70’s.

Watch the trailer here

With a fantastic cast of singers and musicians, Dancing Queen is the ultimate party show that will have the whole family dancing in the aisles.

Featuring songs such as Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Knowing me, knowing you, Thank you for the Music along with Summer Nights, Grease Lightening, You’re the one that I want Car Wash, YMCA, Boogie Nights and Love is in the Air.

“Dancing Queen Stick by their name and are very appealing with lovely vocals, strong harmonies together with warm friendly smiles all helped to bring a solid performance and a natural crowd pleaser of a show. Trevor Davies ‘The Stage’ October 2012”

This show is not to be missed.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Capped at 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 28th September 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £31.00* (£29.00* conc)

Russian State Opera
Presents
Tosca – The world’s best loved opera
Music by G. Puccini. Sung in Italian with English Surtitles.

"By far the best company to bring Russian opera to British audiences" Stage Talk Magazine

After a successful tour with Carmen and Madama Butterfly last year, Russian State Opera is back with another beautiful production of the greatest opera classic – Tosca. Featuring an impressive cast and accompanied by a delightful live Orchestra, this Puccini masterpiece will be sure to intrigue and fascinate you.

Tosca is a melodrama where love and politics collide, and murder takes place at the highest level.Originally set in Rome in 1800s, it tells the story of two idealistic lovers, Tosca and Cavaradossi. Their trust is set to be tested by Scarpia, the ruthless police officer who has no boundaries. Scarpia has sentenced Cavaradossi to death. The officer is prepared to let Cavaradossi go if Tosca is willing to spend the night with Scarpia...

This hunting tragedy with its breath-taking arias will transport you to the world of romantic Rome full of drama, passion, love, and betrayal.

Tosca is one of the most emotionally engaging and popular Operas of all time!

For more information, please go to www.amande-concerts.co.uk

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 28th September 2017, 8:00pm
Tickets £25.00*

Following the success of his 2014 "Me, Myself and I" tour, Nik Kershaw returns with more solo shows. An intimate evening of songs and stories in the company of one of the UK's most respected songwriters.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 30th September 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £21.50* (£19.50* conc)

Both critics and fans agree that Roy G Hemmings is a great showman and dynamic singer. Understood as being the longest serving former member of the legendary group, The Drifters. Roy worked alongside founder member Johnny Moore for over 10 years. He has entertained audiences around the world with his easy, relaxed style and fabulous voice in a career that spans four decades and includes appearances in several Royal Variety shows and ‘The White House’.

In 1997 Roy released his first solo album, ‘No Afro, No Sequins, No Flares’ to great critical acclaim. He followed this in 1999 with his second solo album, ‘All Talked Out’ which includes a fine version of The Drifters classic, ‘Like Sister and Brother’.

His current stage show ‘The Sounds of Philadelphia and Motown’ includes songs by The Temptations, Four Tops, The Supremes, The Ojays, Stevie Wonder and other Motown and Soul greats, and of course, The Drifters. A welcome return of this electrifying show, you will be Stomping your feet, clapping and Singing along to Hit after Hit.

The new album Motown v Philly containing songs from the show is now available.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 1st October 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £22.00* (£20.00* conc)

Be part of the magic as A Night of Dirty Dancing, heads out on its BIGGEST Tour yet – This Autumn 2017.

No film has captured the hearts of a generation like Dirty Dancing. Relive the Passion, the Romance & Joy of the Cult Classic and celebrate the music of one of the greatest movie soundtracks of all time.

Be part of the glorious summer of ‘63 and experience all your favourite songs such as She’s Like The Wind, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Wipe-out, Hungry Eyes. And of course the Oscar Winning (I’ve Had) The Time of my Life.

So put down that watermelon and get your tickets for A Night of Dirty Dancing: The Ultimate Tribute Show. It’s going to have you dancing dirty in the aisles… Touring from September 2017.

Please note this show is not affiliated with ‘Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story on Stage’ currently on tour in the UK and worldwide.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 6th October 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £26.50*
VIP Tickets (includes Meet & Greet) £46.50*
Further information about VIP to come.

THE THREE DEGREES
With original members Helen Scott & Valerie Holiday
All the way from the USA 50th Anniversary Tour

The supporting artist for this performance is RICHIE SAMPSON who is a former member of The Drifters.

The Three Degrees are an American female vocal group, formed in 1963 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The group has remained a trio with 2 original members since Sheila Ferguson left many moons ago. A firm favourite with Prince Charles They sang at his 30th birthday party and were guests at his wedding to Princess Diana.

The Three Degrees are well known for their soulful voices, beautiful gowns, and fabulous stage shows. They are known all around the world for songs like "When will I see you again", "Dirty Ol' Man", "Take Good Care Of Yourself". They have been continuously touring for more than 40 years and still touring to this day.

The Three Degrees are "Helen Scott" "Valerie Holiday" & "Freddie Pool"

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 7th October 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets Front £23.50* Rear £21.50*

FAITH – THE GEORGE MICHAEL LEGACY is a stunning celebration of one the greatest singer–songwriters of all time.

Featuring international George Michael tribute Wayne Dilks and his 8 piece band. A musical journey of 35 years of hit records, from Wham to his solo career, the show uses actual video footage from The George Michael 25 live tour and is a 2 hour spellbinding spectacle of his songs such as, Club Tropicana, I’m Your Man, Faith, Fast love, Outside, Freedom, A Different Corner, Father Figure, Careless Whisper and many, many more.

If you are a fan and you know every word of these songs, join us on a journey and celebrate the incredible legacy George left us all.

"Uncanny, looks and sounds like the real superstar" The Stage Magazine.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 14th October 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £10.00*

Choral Pavilion and Friends
In aid of Claire House Children’s Hospice

Join the Floral Pavilions resident choir, Choral Pavilion for an evening of celebration and singing as they welcome In-Choir to perform with them. The choirs will also be joined by Wirral and Floral favourites, The Wirral Ukulele Orchestra and the Port Sunlight Sea Dogs. All profits from the event will be dedicated to Claire House Children’s Hospice and the event is also in memory of Michael Porter, the Choral Pavilions committee chairman and lifelong member who sadly passed away earlier this year.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 21st October 2017, 7:30pm
Front Stalls £16.00*
Rear Stalls £15.00*



*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 21st October 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £15.50* (£12.50* conc)

The current ECLIPSE production contains a selection of Floyd classics, including music from The Wall, Wish You Were Here, Meddle and The Division Bell. The second half of the show includes the whole of their epoch-making album, The Dark Side of the Moon. Apart from a level of musicianship that is second to none, the performance includes spectacular multi-media and laser effects to provide the perfect backdrop for this wonderful music.

ECLIPSE – The Pink Floyd Experience, brings together a wealth of musical talent in the form of David Crilly on guitars (Mothership/SeYes), Toni Hughes on keyboards (Mothership) and Martin Byrne on bass and vocals (The Last Waltz/Mothership). Daz Jones (Capon, Rock of Ages) is on drums with Jon Casey (Jon Casey Blues Band) on guitar and vocals. Steve Riley is on sax and the set-up is completed with the soaring vocals of Jade Tremarco, who has performed around the UK with artists including Gary Murphy and Connie Lush.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 22nd October 2017, 7:30pm
CANCELLED

Due to unforeseen circumstances Heather Small's Autumn/Winter UK tour has been cancelled. Ticket holders will be contacted by the box office directly with information about obtaining a full refund.

Wednesday 25th October 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £26.50*

Jason is delighted to announce that he will be hitting the road once again in the autumn, only this time, it’s a tour with a twist!! He is headed to new locations across the country and these intimate gigs will be a unique opportunity to see him like you’ve never seen him before!

At aged 49½ and with a wealth of tantalising tales under his belt, this autobiographical show will take Jason’s looming 50th birthday as its starting point and will zigzag back and forth through his life.Hear some new stories (and possibly one or two you’ve heard before!) plus some of the songs you know and love for a night like no other!

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 26th October 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £22.50*

The individual members of The Blues Band were already held in admiration by generations of rhythm & blues fans when they formed back in 1979. Almost two and a half decades and over 16 albums later they continue to add to their growing army of followers, and it’s not unheard of to find three generations from the same family at a gig.

The band is today acknowledged throughout Europe and beyond as being amongst the very finest purveyors of rhythm & blues. They have inspired numerous other blues bands, many of which have come and gone …The Blues Band have remained a constant, increasingly popular fixture, however, and all with only a modicum of help from the record business – as Gary’s oft quoted comment states "the music industry doesn’t bother us and we don’t bother them."

This independent streak goes right back to their early days when in an unusual move the band "bootlegged" their own first album – certain copies of which are now collector’s items. The ‘bootlegging’ came about because, having recorded their first album, the so called ‘major label’ which was to release it changed their minds and the band didn’t have the cash to pay the studio bill. So they got 1000 copies pressed up, mastered from a copy tape that they had, signed the plain white numbered sleeves and sold them at gigs & via mail order. Only then did another ‘major label’ pick up the album and release it widely.

It’s a credit to both the band’s talent and to their many thousands of fans’ loyalty and support that they have since sustained such a long career, and brings into question the oft-spoken phrase by parents despairing of their aspiring musical offspring, "When are you going to get yourself a proper job?"

Such successful musical mavericks are fairly rare and are borne more from word-of-mouth than promotional hype. Either way they still have to cut the mustard. These boys have real feel – for their music, for their audience and for each other. Playing with maturity and passion is second nature to all of them. Paul Jones has devoted much of a creative career spanning almost 40 years to this eternal, inspiring form - the very base and roots of rock & roll... Dave Kelly, with his late, great sister, Jo-Ann, introduced a whole generation to the works of Memphis Minnie, Son House, Robert Johnson and Mississippi Fred McDowell… the blues bit Tom McGuinness in the late '50s and has never let go - the same sharp, tight grip which still holds Rob Townsend and Gary Fletcher within its spell. So here they are, as enthusiastic as ever - Britain's finest, most skilled practitioners in the art of the blues. The Blues Band.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 27th October 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £25.50*

The UK’s premier Rock & Roll production That’ll Be The Day returns with another brand new show!

Highly acclaimed for its stunning LIVE entertainment value, That’ll Be The Day is an outstanding celebration for all true fans of the golden era of popular music.

This latest production features a fantastic new-line-up of smash hits spanning the 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s, plus more side-splitting comic sketches, all performed live on-stage!

Prepare for an unforgettable night of nostalgia, laughs and ROCK ‘N’ ROLL!

www.thatllbetheday.com

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Capped at 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 29th October 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets from £31.50* to £36.50*

Handshake ltd in association with PCML ltd presents
DR. HOOK™ starring DENNIS LOCORRIERE
Timeless World Tour 2017

Following a series of sell-out performances in 2016, the Timeless tour of the UK has been extended into 2017 due to overwhelming public demand!

From the very beginnings of Dr Hook to the height of their success, Dennis Locorriere was the unmistakable voice of the band’s biggest hits and best loved songs. Receiving more than 70 Platinum & Gold Discs, Dr Hook have reached legendary status in many countries.

Reviving special memories with classics such as Sylvia's Mother, Sexy Eyes, A Little Bit More, When You're In Love With A Beautiful Woman, Sharing The Night Together, The Cover Of Rolling Stone and Queen Of The Silver Dollar, don’t miss the opportunity of seeing Dr Hook live!

“With a top-quality band, a voice and a spirit that hasn’t aged, Dr Hook are still a top touring group” – Shropshire Star
“The energetic passion of Locorriere shows the vocalist still has it” – Scunthorpe Telegraph
“Locorriere’s voice is rich and plaintive, his patter eloquent and engaging, his six-piece backing band outstanding” – Southern Daily Echo
“A night of natural charm supplied by one of the greats of American music” – Liverpool Sound & Vision

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Wednesday 1st November 2017, 7:30pm
Front Stalls £33.00*
Rear Stalls £31.00*
VIP Tickets Are Also Available (See below)

With Special Guest: NATASHA WATTS

As Shalamar, Howard Hewitt and Jeffrey Daniel sold over 25 million records worldwide and collected no less than 100 gold, silver and platinum awards. They always whip the crowd into a frenzy with classics such as A Night To Remember, I Can Make You Feel Good, Friends, Make That Move, There It Is and I Owe You One. Howard and Jeffrey, together with Carolyn Griffey – the daughter of Solar Records founder Dick Griffey, bring an exciting blend of funk, disco and soul to every live show. One of the most powerful and energetic acts on the circuit today.

As noted in the British Hit Singles & Albums, Shalamar were regarded as fashion icons and trendsetters, and helped to introduce 'body-popping' to the United Kingdom. Jeffrey Daniel brought street dance to the UK – he is noted as the dance mentor for Michael Jackson and the man that taught him the moonwalk. Howard Hewett is a one of the most iconic US soul artistes of all time, releasing numerous solo albums and collaborating or performing with some of the greats including Stevie Wonder, George Duke, Earth, Wind and Fire, Teena Marie, Anita Baker, Dionne Warwick, Deniece Williams and El Debarge. He was recently voted by Soul Tracks as one of the top 10 greatest male soul singers of all time.

Natasha Watts. Singer. Songwriter. Performer. Entertainer. Natasha exploded on to the UK soul scene with her explosive voice with ‘Show Me’ after her first collaboration with Cool Million – featured on the Cool Million III album, which was rapidly followed up with the summer smash of 2012 ‘Back 2 U’ with producer Ric Atari. In September 2013 Natasha won the Best New Soul Act in Soulsurvivors’ magazine. Her ‘Stupendous’ new album in February 2014 garnered three number 1s (‘Go Slow’, Christmas no1 on the UK soul Chart along with the equally successful ‘Back 2 u’ and ‘Born a Star’).

VIP Tickets include;

• Exclusive Reserved Seating in Rows A or B
• Meet and Greet With Shalamar Before the Show
• Photo/Autograph Opportunity
• A Signed Programme

Tickets can be purchased by calling Susan Stock at OEP Live! on 01256 416384.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 2nd November 2017, 8:00pm
All Tickets £21.00*

Make sure you get your tickets early to witness one of the most enduring and popular bands in British Rock. With millions of albums sold, Wishbone Ash continue performing their iconic twin-guitar sound to audiences around the world. Mixing songs from their most recent albums with legendary classics such as The King Will Come, Throw Down The Sword & Blowin’ Free, they show why they're still one of the busiest bands in the business after more than 45 years.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 3rd November 2017, 7:30pm
All tickets £26.50*

RICK WAKEMAN – THE PIANO PORTRAITS TOUR AUTUMN TOUR 2017

Following the sell-out success of his spring Piano Portraits UK tour, keyboard player, composer and broadcaster Rick Wakeman has announced more dates for October and November, of which we are delighted to say includes a welcome return to the Floral Pavilion.
 
In January 2017, Rick made chart history when his Piano Portraits album became the first solo piano album to enter the UK’s Top 10. Initially inspired by the unprecedented reaction to his performance of David Bowie’s Life On Mars on BBC Radio 2 in early 2016, the album features instrumental versions of hits Rick originally performed on (Space Oddity, Morning Has Broken & Wondrous Stories) as well of others specifically chosen for their wonderful melodies, including Stairway To Heaven, Help and Eleanor Rigby. He also added a selection of some of his favourite classical pieces (Berceuse, Clair de Lune and Swan Lake).

The show includes ten pieces from the album, plus other favourites, all interspersed with hilarious anecdotes from this accomplished raconteur. 

www.rwcc.comTwitter: @GrumpyOldRick Facebook: RickWakemanMusic




*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 4th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £31.00*

Recently inducted into "The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame" in New York, Roy is now known across the world as a founder of The Move, ELO, and Wizzard.

This is a Rock Packed evening you won't want to miss. Featuring Roy with his Big Rock & Roll Band, performing classic hits California Man, Flowers In The Rain, Fire Brigade, I Can Hear The Grass Grow, Blackberry Way, See My Baby Jive, I Wish It Could Be Christmas Every Day, and many more.

Roy and his band have been playing to sold out venues around the country, in what has become an annual British tradition, and this night promises to be a great rockin’ evening.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 5th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £15.00*


Tom Walker has been honing his guitar playing from a very young age, earning respect and admiration from music lovers and musicians across the globe. Now at the age of 21 he is now driving British blues to new levels from the heart of the UK with Tom Walker Trio. They have toured with the likes of The Move, Paul Jones (The Blues band, Manfred man), John Lodge (The Moody Blues) and Devon Allman to name a few.

Tom has worked with producer Richard Digby Smith (Free, Reef and Led Zeppelin) on recording the trio's first record. Following the release Tom travelled to Austin Texas to play a string of shows over in the USA. With great success including radio play with The Paul Franks Show (BBC Radio WM) and Paul Jones Blues Show (BBC RADIO 2).

Voted Best Artist on the introducing stage at The Great British Rock and Blues Festival and played The Ealing Blues festival in July.

Paul Jones is a fan of Tom’s and said; “I think Tom Walker definitely has something”

Blues in Britain said; ‘And it’s probably the voice that’s the trio’s secret weapon: a fine black silk and sandpaper soul instrument that can do powerful baritone up to a smooth falsetto’.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 9th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £15.00*


A ‘Mediterranean Journey’

Mediterranean music for the guitar inspired or arranged from the folklore. Exploring its diversity and richness our journey will take us from Greece, to the Balkans, Persia, Spain, and via North Africa to France and will include the soulful music of Andalucia.

Music by Rodrigo, Dyens, Torroba, Theodorakis, French Songs (Barbara, Piaf, Trenet), Bodorova, Tadic.

“A perfect way to spend a magical hour bathed in Mediterranean warmth” The Gramophone

“Eleftheria Kotzia holds the stage with the sort of presence I have not seen for a while. She has a robust character mixed with a quiet sensitivity .You could say it is something like the voraciousness of Julian Bream combined with a feminine delicacy of control, an alluring combination - all infused with the pizzazz of Greek spirit” Classical Guitar

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 11th November 2017, 8:00pm
All Tickets £18.00* (More on the Door - Buy in advance)

Less tribute and more homage, Nearly Dan is saviour to the growing legions of Dan fans, desperate to hear the meticulously crafted grooves and allusive lyrical style of Donald Fagen & Walter Becker. Nearly Dan's approach is faithful, though not reverential, and relaxed but as tight as their namesakes. They bring their own unique spirit and spontaneous humour to every concert.

It’s been over 40 years since the release of the first Steely Dan album "Can’t buy a Thrill", featuring the hits "Do it Again" and "Reelin’ in the Years."

The band now in its 20th year on the road. Nearly Dan promise all the Steely Dan favourites in a two hour-plus show, featuring tracks from the groove of Countdown to Ecstasy to the super cool of celebrated albums The Royal Scam. Aja and Gaucho also featuring Donald Fagen’s classic solo masterpiece “The Nightfly”.

A real treat for all music lovers and an unmissable concert for any aspiring musician young or old.

Visit www.nearlydan.co.uk for up-to-the-minute tour news, information, and dates.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 12th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £27.50*

The Wanna Dance Tour

Following on from a 2016 that saw him beat both Beyoncé and Drake to a Number 1 Album in his native Ireland, Country-Pop crossover star Nathan Carter has announced a huge run of UK tour dates for 2017.

As one of Ireland’s biggest live music acts, Nathan is developing into a household name, with tracks from “Stayin’ Up All Night” becoming hits, such as “Wagon Wheel” and “I Wanna Dance”. Enthralling audiences up and down the country, Nathan has firmly become a firm favourite for audiences of all ages.

Growing up in a house where Country and Western music filled the air, Nathan was exposed to classic songs of Johnny Cash, Don Williams and Dolly Parton. From the tender age of 4 years old, not only learning to play guitar, piano and accordion, which plays a vital part in his live show, Nathan quickly became head chorister in the Liverpool Boys choir where he toured the world and even performed in front of the Pope in Rome.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 12th November 2017, 8:00pm
All Tickets £21.50*

Colin Blunstone is the singer and founding member of The Zombies as well as a successful singer/songwriter in his own right. He visits the International Guitar Festival of Great Britain with his solo band line up.

“Probably the most quintessentially English pop voice of its generation” – The Times.
“Colin Blunstone’s voice is one of the greatest British vocal sounds of the 20th Century” – Sir Tim Rice.

www.colinblunstone.net/

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 17th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £32.50*

The Guitar Festival is delighted to be able to present one of the UK's number one stars of the blues rock world as the headline of this year's festival and a coup for Liverpool City Region with this intimate concert as part of a best selling UK tour.

Joanne Shaw Taylor is 'the girl with the big voice from the Black Country' who has toured extensively around the world, released critically acclaimed albums and gained a global fan base as well as having the honour of playing alongside some of her musical idols.

Joanne’s debut album White Sugar first opened the door and Joanne’s career has since gone stratospheric, with her breaking the notoriously hard-to-crack US market. She beat the stereotypes of her age and gender, gaining acclaim from critics and peers alike. Subsequent albums; Diamonds in the Dirt, Almost Always Never and Songs From The Road followed and saw Joanne’s fan base rise globally.

Following international recognition in 2016 including performances on Later... With Jools Holland, BBC’s Glastonbury coverage and outstanding reviews for her latest album Wild, Joanne tours with a formidable force starting 2017 with a sell out UK and European tour.

"Joanne is a superstar in waiting"- Joe Bonamassa
"Killer licks and soaring solos" - Sunday Times
"Making blues rock cool again" - Sunday Mirror
"A superstar in the making" - The Express
"A Dazzling Talent" - Jools Holland

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 17th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £21.50*

Jerry Scheff bass player, from Elvis to the Doors and a bit of Bob Dylan he played for them all. This a very rare opportunity to see a most renowned musician, in a one off show. The evening will take you through Jerry's musical career with a meet and greet at the end of the evening.

Vocals for the evening will be provided by Jenson Bloomer backed by Mondo Carn, support by The Mossley Hill Grasshoppers and your MC Mr Al Willard Peterson.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 18th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £19.50*

After a sell-out performance in 2016, Gary Murphy and his multi-talented band return to the Floral Pavilion this November, by popular demand, with a brand-new version of Guitar Legends - Classic Movie Anthems.

Classic Movie Anthems 2 features guitar classics from some of the biggest blockbuster movies including: Live & Let Die, Back To The Future, Billy Elliott, The Full Monty and many more...

The show is narrated by BBC Radio Merseyside presenter Billy Butler. Featuring special guest vocalists Gary Brown and Jade Tremarco and guest performer Elvis Clayton. The show features many styles of music along with extra special lighting and screen projection fx that will appeal to all ages.

Don’t miss Gary Murphy’s - Classic Movie Anthems 2

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 19th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £15.00*

Blues and soul become inextricably entwined in the music of Kyla Brox, whose raw talent and purity of expression make her stand apart in an age of the plastic diva and conveyor-belt poppet. Kyla Brox can be tender, urgent and gritty: she blurs the distinction between pleasure and pain like the soul greats of old. The daughter of legendary blues singer Victor Brox, Kyla started singing on-stage at the age of 12 and has several albums to her name, including the band triumph Coming Home (2004) and the stripped and sensitive Grey Sky Blue (2009).

The different setting, from band to duo/trio, encourages two distinct Kylas to come to the fore - the salty blues mama in line from Bessie Smith, and the tender soul singer who sets out her hopes and fears in song. She never flinches from emotional reality in either situation. The much anticipated new release, Throw Away Your Blues incontrovertibly proves that Kyla Brox is the greatest British female blues singer of her generation.

"An authentic soul diva… sensitive, sexy, and with infinite reserves of sassiness" - City Life
"A classic sound pulled off with finesse… classy, impressive…" - Oldham Chronicle
"Great voice, great presence, great songs, great band…" - Leicester Mercury.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Wednesday 22nd November 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £38.50*
Limited Gold Circle Seats £46.50*
VIP** Seats £66.50*

Following on from her smash hit 2016 tour Lulu returns with her biggest tour yet!

There is one overriding influence in the life of this acclaimed singer, songwriter, actress, businesswoman, Grammy and Novello Award nominee, and that is, it has always been ‘All About the Music’.

Lulu delivers a show packed full of her hits, new songs and songs that have influenced and guided her throughout her incredible career.

“I toured for the first time in 15 years in 2015 and haven’t stopped since. I absolutely love playing live and can’t wait to be out on the road again in autumn this year performing the music that I have shared with you throughout my career…it has always been all about the music...so please come and join me" Love Lulu

Here is what some of the papers had to say about her recent tours...

"The thrill is there as Lulu relights the fire…outstanding as her voice soared the auditorium" - The Nottingham Post
"Her voice has lost none of its sassy, soulful crackle and the original songs are smart, intelligent and seductive" - The Times
"Still packing a punch…her passion and talent for music is clearly her number one priority…and long may it last" - The Birmingham Post
"Stand back, Florence and Paloma, Lulu has re-lit her fire" - York Press

www.luluofficial.com

** VIP tickets include a programme, an exclusive tour laminate and the seats in front 2 rows!

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 25th November 2017, 7:30pm
Tickets £20.00* (£18.00* conc)

The British Philharmonic Concert Orchestra
Conductor -Anthony Kraus
Leader - Emily Chaplais

Soloists
Marilyn Hill Smith - Soprano
Andrew Forbes Lane - Tenor
Jeremy Peaker - Baritone

Presented by Malcolm McKee

Once again this favourite festive Christmas special, comes to New Brighton with the ever popular Much Loved Productions Company presenting wonderful Viennese, Strauss and Christmas music.

Join our singers, Orchestra and presenter to hear the beautiful melodies by the Strauss Family, Lehar, Kalman, Romberg, Stolz and Christmas music for everyone to join in with.

From the Blue Danube to Jingle bells what more could you ask for to start Christmas season with joy Malcolm Mckee sprinkles some witty Christmas verse to help proceedings along, Truly a fantastic evening for all the family.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 26th November 2017, 7:30pm
All Tickets £19.50*

John Etheridge, John Marshall, Roy Babbington, Theo Travis
SOFT MACHINE

Three quarters of the celebrated 70’s version of the legendary group, which recorded the acclaimed Softs album in ’75, are completed by outstanding sax star Theo Travis.

The band plays material from the era (compositions by Hugh Hopper, Mike Ratledge, Karl Jenkins) as well as many contemporary works, as featured on their recent album Burden of Proof.

"Burden of Proof is, to put it mildly, absolutely exquisite. These are four musicians who are masters of their craft, and truly at the top of their game, not only as soloists but as contributors in an actual band. They've put together here a collection of songs that basically has something for everyone; challenging jazz-fusion, adventurous prog-rock, bits of chaotic free-jazz, atmospheric instrumental popjazz, and even a little hard rock. Extraordinary!"

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Tuesday 28th November 2017, 8:00pm
All Tickets £21.50*

CARL PALMER’S ELP LEGACY ANNOUNCES “EMERSON LAKE & PALMER LIVES ON!” WORLD TOUR A celebration of the late Keith Emerson, Greg Lake and the instrumental rock classics of ELP.

Carl Palmer, among the most renowned drummers in rock history and a founding member of both ELP and ASIA, has announced an extensive 2017 World Tour, EMERSON LAKE & PALMER LIVES ON!, a musical celebration of his late band mates Keith Emerson and Greg Lake and their group, ELP.

“I will deeply miss Keith and Greg, both of whom the world lost in 2016,” said Palmer, as he prepares for the longest solo tour of his career. “It is now down to me to carry on flying the ELP banner and I will be playing that great music with my band for many years to come. The outpouring of support from ELP’s fans has been astounding, so, I felt I owed it to them to continue the music we made as a group.”

The tour comes with the international release of a DVD/ CD combo featuring Palmer’s 2016 ‘Pictures At An Exhibition’ tribute to Keith Emerson (that featured Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett, Vanilla Fudge keyboardist and vocalist Mark Stein and drummer David Frangioni, who made guest appearances) and the band’s Live In The USA CD.

www.carlpalmer.com

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 10th December 2017, 2:15pm and 5:00pm
Tickets £13.50* (£6.00 Under 16s)

Always amongst our most popular concerts, Wirral Symphony Orchestra invites you to their annual Yuletide concerts, with music for all ages to get your Christmas well and truly underway. We’re delighted to be joined again by the children’s choirs from Christ the King Primary School, Bromborough, and St Peter’s Primary School, Heswall, performing children’s songs and there’ll be traditional carols for everyone to join in also. In addition, there’ll be a great selection of Christmas-based classics from the movies. So put your mince pies on hold, forget about the shopping for a day, and come along to the Blue Lounge for truly festive musical feast!

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 21st January 2018, 7:30pm
Tickets £25.00* (£23.00* conc)

Starring West End leading man Emanuele Angeletti ('Let It Be') as Paul McCartney, this is a celebration of the music of a legend...

In the first concert of it’s kind to tour the UK and Europe, 'Macca: The Concert', featuring acclaimed West End performers and using state of the art visual media projection throughout, celebrates McCartney’s entire solo career from 1970 -2016 including all his best loved hits, the acclaimed ‘Wings over the World’ 1975-6 Concert Tour and a selection of Beatles favourites.

Experience the drama of "Live and Let Die", the pathos of "No More Lonely Nights" and the nostalgia of "Band on the Run" alongside many, many more...

"Angeletti has all the Macca charm one would hope for" - Musical Theatre Review - London
"Emanuele Angeletti is an uncanny carbon-copy of Paul" - The Telegraph
"Emanuele Angeletti has Paul McCartney’s mannerisms down to a T" - The Guardian

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 25th January 2018, 7:30pm
Tickets £28.50* (£26.50* conc)

THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN - Celebrating the sound of a generation
Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show steams into town! Seen by over a 1 million people all over the world and recently performed for the Royal Variety Performance 2016. Prepare yourself for 40 back-to-back classic Motown hits, glittering costume changes, dazzling dance moves and outstanding musicianship in this explosive concert experience.



Celebrate the sound of a generation as the timeless music of Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Jackson 5, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson and many more are sensationally recreated for you by an exceptionally talented cast and band.

This breath-taking concert spectacular takes you on a musical journey through all your favourite songs, including: Ain’t No Mountain, Signed Sealed Delivered, Grapevine, Get Ready, Dancing In The Streets, My Girl, Blame It On The Boogie, Uptight, Endless Love, My Cherie Amor, All Night Long, Heatwave, I’m Coming Out, Loco In Acapulco plus many more.

Book your tickets now and Reach Out for The Magic of Motown!

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Wednesday 31st January 2018, 7:30pm
All Tickets £36.50*

JACK JONES lights up a stage - any stage, any time, anywhere.

One of the world's most loved international singing stars, JACK JONES still stands head and shoulders above his musical peers Jack Jones has sung all his life. He has 60 albums to his credit, two Grammies and another five nominations, an Emmy, and awards too numerous to mention.

Mel Torme put it, "the greatest ‘pure’ singer in the world."
Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennet said he was Numero Uno!!

Perhaps best known for his hit renditions of The Impossible Dream, Lollipops and Roses, What I Did For Love, The Race Is On, Lady, Call Me Irresponsible and The Loveboat Theme amongst others.

And now, at 80, he’s proving yet again just what took him to the top, and back touring his favourite country. Come join Jack and celebrate his 80th Birthday. A Show Not To Be missed!!!

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 3rd February 2018, 7:30pm
Tickets £20.00* (£16.50* conc)
Rear Stalls £18.00*

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 8th February 2018, 7:30pm
Tickets £23.50*

This musical and semi-autobiographical celebration of The Big O’s musical legacy is quite simply unmissable, as Barry Steele takes you on this specially revamped musical journey in time, from the early sun years right through to the late 80’s and the internationally acclaimed concert ‘The black and white night’. The show also pays homage to the time Roy spent with the Traveling Wilburys.

Add to the mix star our fabulous musicians and singers celebrating the music from legends Roy actually shared centre stage with, and you have yourselves an incredible fusion of 60’s solid gold classics and 80’s contemporary musical genius all on one stage.

This production really is very special, so come along and celebrate the Big O’s legacy with us!

True Identikit Brilliance - The Stage

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Capped at 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 9th February 2018, 7:30pm
Tickets
FRONT STALLS £15.00*
REAR STALLS £14.00*

An evening of beautiful music from the award winning Rhos Male Voice Choir

Singing a mixture of Traditional Welsh classics like Men of Harlech and Lisa Lan, contemporary hits and well-loved show songs. This professional award winning choir promises a night of pure indulgence for your senses. With over 60 members the power of this Welsh Male Voice Choir is simply breath-taking.

A Concert for Age UK Wirral charity number 1034510

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Saturday 10th February 2018, 7:30pm
All Tickets £20.00*

‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 4 decades!

Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records and have toured all corners of the World extensively.

Their live show is dynamic and uplifting featuring all of their biggest hits, many of which reached number one in the pop charts of Europe. ‘Under The Moon of Love’, ‘Three Steps to Heaven’, ‘Hey Rock & Roll’, ‘When’, ‘Blue Moon’, ‘Pretty Little Angel Eyes’ and many, many more.

So come and join the ‘Dancin’ Party’... ‘You’ve Got What It Takes’

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 23rd February 2018, 7:30pm
Tickets
FRONT £27.50* (£26.50* conc)
REAR £25.00* (£24.00* conc)

Ben Portsmouth -The World’s Number One Elvis Tribute Artist.

Ben, a multi-talented musician, singer and songwriter had Elvis's DNA in his blood from an early age. His father was an avid Elvis fan and Ben grew up on a diet of Elvis songs. Having honed his musical talent Ben started his journey as an Elvis Tribute Artist in 2005 when he formed the "Taking care of Elvis" band. Audiences quickly realized that this was someone with a special talent.



He looked like Elvis, sang like Elvis and had an on stage charisma that had audiences believing at times they were watching the King himself. This talent saw Ben rapidly rise through the ranks of Elvis Tribute Artists. In August 2012, Ben made history when he won the Elvis Presley Enterprises “Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest which took place in Memphis, crowning Ben as the “Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist”, the only artist from outside the USA to ever win this prestigious title.

Fans from all over the world declare Ben Portsmouth as the closest they have ever seen to Elvis Presley. Social media forums are overwhelmed with fans demanding his return to their country.

On this night, you will see the live performance that left David Letterman at a loss for words exclaiming, “Oh my God, Oh my God!” when Ben headlined his show in February of 2013.

Internationally renowned as one, if not The Best Elvis Tribute in the world today, Ben Portsmouth will bring his unique style, charisma and 10 piece band and will show audiences why he is regarded as the best in the business.

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Sunday 4th March 2018, 8:00pm
All Tickets £21.50*

Psychedelic 70’s icon’s Curved Air tour to recreate their uniquely ethereal sound with skilled musicianship and of course the vocals of Sonja Kristina

"CURVED AIR, with a real band attitude and a zest for life; this is a band you want to see live for the sheer artistry of how to deliver the musical goods." - Lee Dorian, Classic Rock



www.curvedair.com

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 9th March 2018, 8:00pm
Tickets £16.50* (£14.50*)

BOOTLEG BLONDIE is the official Debbie Harry & Blondie tribute band and the only Blondie tribute to play the legendary CBGBs in New York City before its demise in 2006. CBGB was the Holy Grail of American Punk and New Wave, where the real Blondie first kicked off their career.

Debbie Harris and Bootleg Blondie have played the Isle Of Wight Festival, the 100 Club, the Hammersmith Palais and the Electric Ballroom in London, Eric’s in Liverpool and have opened up for amongst others The Undertones, Slade, Bad Manners, The Beat, Heaven 17, Toyah, Hazel O’Connor, Visage, Bananarama, Altered Images, Howard Jones, Chas and Dave, Tony Hadley and can be seen at all the major venues and festivals around the UK and Europe.

Debbie Harris and the boys have met the REAL Blondie and are officially endorsed by the band. Debbie Harry got in touch in 2006 when she heard we were playing CBGBs in New York City to wish us good luck with our show and when Clem Burke, Blondie’s charismatic drummer, found out that we were making a replica of his Premier drum kit, he arranged for us to meet him to sign our drum kit which we use at all our shows. ‘During the 2010 Blondie tour of the UK we took Clem out for a trip around London in our tour bus, he signed that too!’

In 2014 Clem invited Debbie and Andy to a recording session at the Foo Fighters’ famous 606 Studio in Los Angeles, where they saw Clem and the awesome Neve mixing desk in action!

Debbie and Andy got married in March 2016 and to their great delight received two video messages from both Blondie and Debbie Harry herself congratulating them on their wedding day. What a wedding present!

And probably the best Xmas present in the world ever was in 2016 when Clem Burke came along to a Bootleg Blondie gig and actually got up and played drums on stage with the band! He said afterwards that watching and playing with Bootleg Blondie was very emotional. Well Bootleg Blondie were very touched by Clem’s presence!

In May 2017 Bootleg Blondie had the unbelievable honour of being mentioned on Blondie’s 11th studio album ‘Pollinator’.Debbie Harris, lead vocalist of Bootleg Blondie, has the looks, the voice and the attitude of the original Blondie bombshell and like her heroine is typically outrageous on stage. She has been known to wear dustbin liners, thigh length boots and t-shirts with more holes than t-shirt! Debbie’s pride & joy is her guitar that she plays at every show and is signed by all the Blondie members.

www.blondietributeband.co.uk

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Friday 30th March 2018, 7:30pm
All Tickets £24.50

The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute returns in 2018 for another outstanding show promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail, and incredible showmanship.

This phenomenal group of musicians have been touring for over two decades and remain true Eagles fanatics! Their longevity and continued international acclaim are due in no small part to their extraordinary mastery of the Eagles’ distinctive sound.

Featuring the very best from the Eagles’ repertoire including Hotel California, Take it to the Limit, Life in the Fast Lane, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado and plenty more.

"Amazing Musicianship & Vocals"  NME

www.illegaleagles.com


Ticket price includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.

Thursday 3rd May 2018, 7:30pm
Tickets FRONT £24.50* REAR £23.50*

From Rebel Rebel to China Girl, Let’s Dance to Young Americans. Ashes to Ashes, Life On Mars, Changes, Heroes, Sound And Vision, All The Young Dudes, the list goes on and on.

Songs from all eras of David Bowie’s celebrated career are performed to perfection in this highly charged show.



The finest musicians and singers combined with an amazing performance from theatre stage star Michael King. Include big screen audio visual footage plus various costume changes and you have an awesome show taking the audience on a ‘Fantastic Voyage’ ofBowie hits.

‘STARMAN’ is not only the ultimate tribute to a legend, but also a highly entertaining, emotional and thought provoking musical celebration that you will want to see again and again.

www.bowiestarman.com

*Includes a £1.50 per ticket fee. Fees capped at the first 8 tickets. No fees to Friends of the Floral.