High Street,
Weston-super-Mare,
BS23 1HP
(01934) 645 544
All Listings for The Playhouse
Anything Goes: Weston Operatic Society
A production of the famous Cole Porter musical.
When
Oct 30 & 31, Nov 1, 7.30pm, Nov 2, 6.30pm, mat Nov 2, 2pm
Cost
Wed-Sat £15, Sat mat £12
Puppetry Of The Penis
A comedy show featuring what might politely be termed the ancient art of genital origami, featuring such wonders as The Hamburger, the Wristwatch and the Windsurfer. Not suitable for under 18s.
Back To Broadway
A sparkling stage production celebrating the best of Broadway and the West End.
The Dance Company: Mind The Gap
Talented children of all ages perform songs and dances from well loved musicals and pop legends, set against the colourful backdrop of the city of London.
That'll Be The Day Christmas Show
A festive version of the well-known musical showcasing songs from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.
Educating Rita
Talking Scarlet presents a production of the famous play about a woman's life-changing decision to leave her job and the low expectations of those around her and embark on an Open University course in English literature.
When
Nov 14-16, 7.30pm, mat Nov 16, 2.30pm
Cost
eves £12-£14.50, child £8, concs £11-£13.50, mat £10, child £8
Gyles Brandreth: Looking For Happiness
The actor, author and former MP performs stand-up based on his political career and his search for contentment.
A Christmas Carol
Talkwood Productions presents a musical telling the story of Scrooge, the miserable, tight-fisted money-lender who is visited by three ghosts. Adapted from Charles Dickens's classic novella.
Cost
£15, concs £12, family £48
Moscow City Ballet: The Nutcracker
Victor Smirnov-Golovanov directs Tchaikovsky's classical ballet, performed to the live accompaniment of the Moscow City Ballet Orchestra.
Cost
£19 & £21, child £12.50, concs £18 & £20
Talon: Eagles Tribute
The British band plays the Californian rock band's hits as well as solo songs from the band members.
Tina Counsell's Junior Showtime
A Showtime Storybook is performed by a cast of local youngsters which includes a celebration of stories and fairytales.
Fireman Sam Live: Pontypandy Rocks!
A stage show with the fireman and his friends.
When
Nov 24, 1pm & 3.30pm
Cost
£13, child £11, family £44
The Big Chris Barber Band
The trombonist and his group plays New Orleans-style jazz.
Viennese Strauss Christmas Gala
A performance of works by Johann Strauss II.
Cost
£18, child £11, concs £16.50, family £50
The Blues Band
Rhythm'n'blues and roots music, with vocals by Paul Jones and Dave Kelly.
Sally Morgan: Psychic Sally On The Road
The psychic presents spiritual messages.
Stephen K Amos: The Spokesman
Feelgood humour, observations and stories from the stand-up, actor and three-time Chortle Award nominee, who mixes his irreverent banter with lots of audience interaction.
Fairport Convention, Edwina Hayes
The veteran classic rock and folk ensemble, led by singer and guitarist Simon Nicol, promotes its album By Popular Request.
Cost
£21, concs £19, adv booking required
David Gest's Legends Of Soul Live In Concert!
Jason Manford: First World Problems
Sharp observational humour from the stand-up, Manchester City fan and TV regular as seen on 8 Out Of 10 Cats as a former team captain, plus Born To Shine, Comedy Rocks and Show Me The Funny.
That'll Be The Day
A showcase of rock'n'roll songs from the 1950s to the 1980s.
Cost
£23.50, child £15, concs £22.50
Let's Hang On: Tribute To Frankie Valli And The Four Seasons
Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi are given the tribute treatment.
Cost
£21, child £14, concs £20, adv booking required
Joe McElderry
The South Shields-born 2009 X Factor winner performs pop.
Cost
£19.50, concs £18, under 16s £15
Ed Byrne: Roaring Forties
Observational humour from the Dublin-stand-up and actor, who has been a self-confessed "miserable old git" since the age of 23, as he embraces middle age with open arms and discovers life begins at 40.
Joan Armatrading
Soulful pop-rock by the long-established singer-songwriter from St Kitts, Joan Anita Barbara Armatrading.
Cost
£29.50, adv booking required
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