Founded in 1967, the Nottingham Organ Society has consistently brought some of the UK’s best and brightest Organ and Piano talent to the theatre for over 50 years! This month, popular performer Nicholas Martin will be back on stage.
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Get Ready to Step Inside the fabulous music of the 1960s where we celebrate some of the best icons of the decade.
This Show is a toe-tapping, twisting, head shakin’ celebration to the greatest idols, who made the music of the era so special – everyone from Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Cilla Black, Petula Clark, Aretha Franklin, to the Shirelles, The Supremes, Tina Turner, and everyone in between!
With over thirty beloved hits, the show takes you on a journey which will have you dancing in your seats and coming back for more!
SONGS INCLUDE:
RIVER DEEP
SON OF A PREACHER MAN
SHOUT
BE MY BABY
WALKING BACK TO HAPPINESS
YOU’RE MY WORLD
IT’S MY PARTY
THE LOCOMOTION
PROUD MARY
AND MANY MORE
Starring the unforgettable voices and harmonies of former West End singer, Sandy Smith, along with the talented vocals of Sophie Mairi, this show is proving extremely popular with audiences across the country.
Get ready for a spectacular evening of music at the Bonington Theatre on October 5th, 2024, as the Tony Farrell Big Band take the stage!
Experience the magic of your favourite movies and musicals being brought to life through the powerful and enchanting sounds of a full big band. From timeless classics to modern hits, this concert promises an unforgettable journey through the world of cinematic and theatrical music.
Don’t miss this extraordinary event that combines the elegance of live performance with the excitement of the big screen. Grab your tickets now and join us for a night of musical brilliance!
“A celebration of classic Seasonal Swing !” (Telegraph)
Swing into Christmas – with the unique Five Star Swing Band show – As featured at London’s Leicester Square Theatre and BBC “Children in Need” .Enjoy all your favourite Christmas songs with the dynamic swing band treatment from Glenn Miller, Sinatra, Basie, Nat King Cole – jazzing up those Jingle Bells! “Superb – they swing like crazy!” says Sheila Tracy, BBC. As seen at Dame Vera Lynn’s Charity Ball & Blackpool Tower Ballroom. “Swing and Song of the highest order” – Telegraph. Featuring Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra, and Chris Smith (Jnr) composer and arranger for the BBC Radio Big Band, Herb Miller Big Band (Glenn’s brother)!
Mark Spafford started playing for concerts in 2011 following numerous enquiries from people at the dances asking if he played for concerts as well. Since then, he has performed many times at clubs and societies as Scunthorpe, Grimsby, Ollerton, Blackpool, South Yorkshire, East Herts, York, Hull, Harrogate, Cheadle, Great Yarmouth, North Tyneside and Swineshead. His variety of music, style and arrangements have been well received by audiences with feedback comments of “you play with a lot of feeling”
He has always played Yamaha organs during his career before changing to keyboards to make life a lot easier for transportation, along with the fantastic sounds generated from the latest Yamaha equipment. Mark’s current instrument is the Yamaha Genos.
The ever-popular Revival will be back again this year, 33 years on from their first ever performance at The Bonington!
Revival are a group of seasoned musicians who specialise in re-creating the sounds of the sixties and seventies. Based in Nottinghamshire, they have entertained audiences across the country for over 3 decades and have helped raise thousands of pounds for charity!
“They just keep Rockin ‘n’ Rollin’ along” – well, that’s the plan anyway!
This month Jazz in the Bar goes continental with a programme of French influenced jazz.
We welcome back jazz violin virtuoso Jim Walker who impressed everyone on his previous appearance last year. Jim’s playing is influenced by Stephane Grappelli and he has a wide repertoire of French inspired jazz. He will be accompanied by the talented trio of: Eliot Lewis, Guitar, Steve Truman, Double Bass, Clive Loveday, Drums.
Expect a night of finger snapping toe tapping jazz.
It’s time for tinsel and Christmas Magic, time to get in the festive mood. From old classics to new favourites. Carlton Male Voice Choir are delighted to be able to get your Christmas off to a cracking start just a few sleeps away from the big day.
Tickets are available from Eventbrite here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-merry-carlton-male-voice-choir-christmas-tickets-885790602537
Based in Nottingham, Carlton MVC is a successful male voice choir. We have been thrilling audiences with our high quality sound for years. We love to sing and we love to entertain. We are are friendly and welcoming to potential new members. We have lots of fun together. The choir is guided by our expert Musical Director, Ian Watts. Come and watch us perform, you won’t regret it! For more information, including on how to join the choir, check out our website We are Carlton Male Voice Choir – Nottingham’s largest male choir, follow us on our journey. (carltonmvc.org)
Please note that the Choir will no longer be joined by a children’s choir at this performance.
Jon Smith has been a professional musician for over 40 years and giving public performances since he was 11 years old. He was involved with the development of the first Digital Organ in Germany with HOHNER.
Jon is truly an international performer, having entertained thousands of people all over the world, from Shanklin to Toronto, Scarborough to Barbados, U.S.A., Canada, Europe, aboard cruise ships in the Caribbean. He has also worked along with international stars in top cabaret venues and played extensively in the U.K. delighting audiences in Summer Shows on the East Coast and the Isle of Wight.
He has proved to be much in demand playing for Strict Tempo Dancing. His unique style combined with his vocal talents are a rare combination adding a new dimension to both dances and concerts.
Presented by The Nottingham Organ Society
Come and celebrate the long awaited release of Back to Black , a celebration of the most iconic – and much missed – homegrown star of the 21st century, Back to Black tells the extraordinary tale of Amy Winehouse with a pre-screening tribute show from renowned tribute artist, Laura Jane Butler.
The life, her music, the icon. One of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, Amy Winehouse. This authentic and respectful tribute is the only show worldwide to be endorsed by both of Amy‘s parents, Janis & Mitch Winehouse.
Taking songs from the multi-platinum selling albums Frank, Back To Black and Lioness: Hidden Treasures, Laura Jane Butler, recreates the distinctive sound and heartfelt performances of the jazz and soul powerhouse.
Bringing you all the hits you know and love including Valerie, Tears Dry On Their Own, Rehab, Love Is A Losing Game, You Know I’m No Good and of course Back to Black.
Laura recreates Amy‘s most memorable live performances including the jazz standard from Ella Fitzgerald ‘Someone To Watch Over Me’, Amy’s version of ‘Mister Magic’ from the legendary Grover Washington, Sam Cook’s ‘Cupid’ ‘Monkey Man’ by The Specials, all the smash hits including Rehab & Valerie
Praised worldwide by many of her loyal fans, this show truly is a celebration of the musical legacy left by the late, great superstar, Amy Winehouse.
‘Laura is the No1 tribute to Amy in the world’– Mitch Winehouse
‘The best tribute to my Amy’ – Janis Winehouse, who mentions Laura in her book “Loving Amy”
*Please note, following the show, there will be a screening of Back to Black.
*Also screening, Fri 3, Mon 6, Tue 7 + Wed 8 May