Film Postponed – February 7

Was Mabel a collaborator? A visionary? Or just an outsider? Was she the victim of a witch hunt? Or the victim of her own uncompromising nature? Join Mabel on Sandown Beach with her secateurs, sequinned tassels and heartfelt – if misguided – self-belief. By Ali Williams, based on the novel ‘Careless Talk’ by James Friel.

Based on a true story, this tale opens a dialogue on the justice system in this country; who does it protect, how and why? And what of those who fall through the net, the unpopular, the uncompromising? This dialogue is as relevant now as it was then, in this frequently hilarious but ultimately moving play.

The story begins in Cheshire, in a fictionalised Parkgate, and ends on the Isle of Wight.

Funny: accessible: well crafted. Standing Ovation Nominee for London Pub Theatre Awards – ‘Careless Talk is a cross between a wonderfully observed Victoria Wood sketch of everyday life and an episode of ‘Dad’s Army’.

‘This one-woman show is superbly acted by Ali Williams, who effortlessly embodies all the characters in a tour de force performance, displaying a range of accents and mannerisms at a heady pace, with great skill and vitality.’

‘With a fondness and reverence for its subject matter and a versatile actress in the lead, this is a show you won’t want to miss.’

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Award-winning radio host, stand-up powerhouse and entertainment machine Charlie Baker returns to the stage with his brand new show: GO GET IT.

You may know him from his roles in Eastenders and Dr Who, or indeed from The Last Leg, Parenting Hell and winning on House of Games. He’s perhaps best known as a presenter on talkSPORT and Virgin Radio, but onstage Baker shifts into a different gear entirely. Expect a full-throttle entertainment experience, packed with sharp observations, infectious energy and a performance that barely pauses for breath.

You’ve heard the voice. Now see the chaos.

GO GET IT.

‘In a world that sometimes feels like it’s short on good-natured humour, Charlie Baker is a true master of his craft’ ★★★★★ (Reviews Hub)

14+ Strong Language

Nigel Planer, beloved as Neil the hippy from The Young Ones and a founding figure of the 80s alternative comedy scene, brings his memoir Young Once to life in a warm, sharply funny live show of storytelling.

From the wild early days at The Comedy Store to the chaotic brilliance of The Comic Strip Presents, Filthy Rich & Catflap, and beyond – to West End musicals and hit pop records – Nigel will share a trove of outrageous tales of the backstage chaos that shaped a generation of comedy: from 20-foot-éclair-related injuries to gatecrashing raves with Robin Williams, Top of the Pops and Band Aid, to auditioning for a stony-faced Robert De Niro.

Alongside the laughs, he will reflect on the bittersweet moments behind the scenes – the friendships, fame and rivalries, and the winding path of a creative life.

Woven throughout the show is a moving, often mischievous account of the long, on-off-on-again love story between Nigel and his wife Roberta, and a life lived somewhere between the footlights and the fallout.

Full of dry wit, theatrical flair, and a knack for finding humour in both disaster and triumph, don’t miss the once-young Nigel as he offers a wildly entertaining and gloriously sideways glimpse into his quietly remarkable career, in a show that is part performance, part confession, and all heart.

Nigel was an original member of the Comedy Store and Comic Strip groups at the centre of ‘Alternative Comedy’ in the 1980s and is one of the stars of the TV series The Young Ones, and The Comic Strip Presents, creating the character of ‘Neil the hippy’ who has developed national treasure status. His Memoir ‘Young Once’ will be out in Paperback in June 2026

He won a BRIT award in 1984 and has been nominated for Olivier, TMA, What’s on Stage, and BAFTA awards.  He is also the voice of the first 15 of Terry Pratchett’s ‘Discworld’ books.

He created the actor character ‘Nicholas Craig’, who has featured in TV and radio series and the best-selling spoof autobiography, ‘I, An Actor’. 

He has written plays for the theatre, 3 novels, and the best-selling ‘A Good Enough Dad’ about becoming a father, as well as radio and TV scripts and over one hundred episodes of ‘The Magic Roundabout’ for Channel 4.

He is currently touring as a poet to celebrate the publication in 2026 of his latest collection of poetry; ‘Travelling Light’ after the success of his first collection ‘Making Other Plans’ in 2023

Four times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and double winners of the Spiral Earth Awards MEGSON creates a truly unique brand of folk music.

Combining an infectious mix of heavenly vocals, lush harmonies and driving rhythmic guitars, MEGSON has gained a reputation not only for the duo’s arresting and intelligent songwriting, but also for the exquisite musicianship and northern humour. Comprising Debs Hanna (Vocals, Whistle, Piano Accordion) and Stu Hanna (Guitar, Mandola, Banjo) MEGSON has been described as “the most original duo on the British folk scene” by THE GUARDIAN and as FROOTS Magazine puts it “if you don’t like the music here then you have a problem”.

Liking to keep busy, MEGSON has recorded 13 studio albums across their 20 year career gaining four and five star reviews from THE GUARDIAN, MOJO, THE TELEGRAPH, UNCUT, THE FINANCIAL TIMES whilst THE OBSERVER pronounced the duo “A force in the folk revival”. Even lockdown 2020 couldn’t hold Debs and Stu back as they performed a hugely popular series of live stream concerts to their growing army of followers.

And during all this time, Stu even managed to be involved with other artists producing and recording award winning music for SHOW OF HANDS, ODETTE MITCHEL, LUCY WARD, FAUSTUS and THE YOUNG’UNS.

Now they are back doing what they do best, on the road promoting a brand new  album MEGSON – LIVE ON TEESSIDE. Catch them if you can…


”Simply Brilliant” – The Sunday Express

“Savagely perceptive lyrics, ear catching vocals and melodies to die for”- Louder Than War

Chris While and Julie Matthews have been one of the leading forces in the British singer/songwriter scene for over 30 years.
In 2026 Chris While & Julie Matthews are more powerful than ever and remain at the very top of their game with another packed-out tour.
They have played more than 3,000 gigs, appeared on over 100 albums, written hundreds of original songs and reached millions of people around the world. Now, 30 years after their debut, they sound as fresh and vital as ever.
They are two of the best and most hard working musicians on the world folk roots scene, both are highly regarded producers and they record everything that they are involved in at their own studio in a small Pennine town far from the Londoncentric music industry. They truly are inspirational women.

Chris While (vocals, guitar, banjo, dulcimer, bodhran and percussion) and Julie Matthews (vocals, piano, guitar, mandolin and bouzouki) are renowned for their seamless harmonies and affinity for each other on stage, they are stunning singers, songwriters, musicians, producers and arrangers and performers whose energy and commitment to their craft and their audience is boundless.

Two of the most recognised musicians on the British folk scene today, combine their considerable talents to provide a beautiful and warm evening of the highest calibre music; the perfect antidote to the materialism of the festive season.

With their understated brilliance, the duo invite you into their captivating world of English carols, wassails and other historical traditions, festive songs and tunes from the British Isles and far beyond.

Concerts include original music and selected covers, and a host of instruments are played – fiddle, melodeon, percussion, recorders and stomp box – creating a richly textured sound.

By sharing insights into their own family traditions, the duo provide inspiration for a simpler and wholesome Christmas – one where tradition, family, ritual and celebration are the beating heart.

Multi award-winning and hugely influential folk musicians Jackie Oates and John Spiers bring their breadth of experience to this finely matched duo. Jackie (two-time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winner and five-time nominee) is an exquisite singer, expressive fiddler and composer with a string of critically acclaimed albums and reputation as one of our most gifted interpreters of traditional song. John (Bellowhead, Spiers & Boden) is a leading squeezebox player and composer who mixes infectious dance tunes with incredibly moving and sensitive slow airs. John expertly blends traditional squeezebox styles with contemporary dance music to create an infectious acoustic groove.

‘If you’re seeking music that beautifully honours the traditions of this season, look no further…they carry these cherished traditions with inspiring grace.’ Klofmag