Editors Pick November / December 2022
Editors Pick – The nights are long and dark that’s for sure, however, the world doesn’t stop because Winter has landed. There is plenty of stuff going on to keep you entertained, busy, positive and most importantly, happy. You can’t beat a belting gig or catching a hilarious comedian to bring a little joy and brighten up your Winter nights and we have highlighted a few upcoming shows to do just that… Enjoy.
The Carnegie Theatre Workington – Beauty and the beast Ballet – 23rd November
Join Ballet Theatre UK with one of the most enchanting love stories of all time, “Beauty and the Beast”.
Inspired by the original tale, this production tells the story of Belle a beautiful young woman who struggles to fit in and her encounter with the malicious beast who lives in a castle.
When her father is imprisoned in a mysterious castle, Belle’s attempt to rescue him leads to her capture by the Beast, a grisly and fearsome monster…but there is so much more to him than meets the eye.
Set to a stunning classical score this production will showcase new choreography by Artistic Director, Christopher Moore, as well as feature new sets and costumes created especially for this production.
Book tickets at: carnegietheatre.co.uk
Old Fire Station – Mark Simmons – Quip Off the Mark – November 24th
As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’ MARK SIMMONS brings his brand-new show on the road.
Mark recently joined Dara O’Brian and Hugh Dennis on BBC2’s Mock The Week as a semi-regular on the show and now brings you his hotly-anticipated show Quip Off The Mark He’s also been appearing on BT Sport’s DIY pundit and The Rugby’s On.
Mark has also appeared in other TV shows such as ITV’s Out There, BBC Radio 4ExtraStands Up, a Channel 4 pilot starring alongside Bridget Christie, as well as BBC3’s One For The Road.
This isn’t your average one-liner show as there is the running theme throughout. This year Mark’s parents have sold the house he grew up in and has to collect his box of stuff from the loft. Come discover what’s in the box in this top-level one-liner show structured in a way you’ve never seen before.
Book tickets at: www.ofscarlisle.co.uk
The John Peel Theatre – Cumberland Crack – 24th – 26th November
Join the John Peel Theatre as they delve into all things Cumbrian with this exciting variety show. There will be performances from a range of artists and performers.
From poetry, to comedy sketches its going to be a celebration of all that it is to be a Cumbrian native!
There will also be songs from local school choirs! You can book tickets at: www.wigtontheatre.org
Twisted Tongue – NYE Night – 31st December
The Twisted Tongue is one of West Cumbria’s most popular music venues and they are bringing in the New Year with a bang!
Three of Cumbrias most exciting and well known alternative bands will be taking us out of 2022 and swiftly into 2023. The Scumbrians are a Whitehaven based punk band – their lively gigs always have people up forming a mosh pit!
Reptilians are also a band based in Whitehaven- They play original alternative indie rock music and are regulars on the Cumbrian Music Scene! Reptilians are proponents of infectious, angular and often bittersweet songs which make you want to fall in love and break up at the same time. The sum total of three misspent youths listening to equal parts Britpop and Art-Rock, Reptilians share a love of catchy riffs, gallows humour and atmospherics, creating a sonic palette.
The Electric Circus are a Carlisle based band playing a variety of Alternative Music. This will be a night you don’t want to miss!
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