Live Events
Don't Go Into The Cellar! Theatre Company presents
What Ho, Wodehouse
Award-winning actor and writer Jonathan Goodwin performs in a brand new comedy, adapted from some of the early writings of P.G. Wodehouse.
This is a light-hearted romp guaranteed to lift the spirits and make one forget about one’s cares and worries. Join affable raconteur Everard “Stinky” Crumpleton-Psmith as he regales you with tales of fellow Club members’ scrapes with irritable secretaries, formidable aunts and bumbling butlers galore!
Sarah McQuaid in Concert
“One of the most instantly recognisable voices in current music.” —Trust The Doc
Sarah McQuaid’s lush, chocolatey voice combines with her engaging personality, “subtle mastery onstage” (Huffington Post) and “brilliant musicianship” (fRoots) on acoustic and electric guitars, piano and (occasionally) drum to create a truly immersive experience.
Born in Spain, raised in Chicago, holding dual Irish and American citizenship and now settled in rural England, she brings the eclecticism of her background to her “captivating, unorthodox songwriting” (PopMatters) and choice of material, spanning genres and defying categorisation.
All this is abundantly demonstrated by her new live album and video series The St Buryan Sessions — but needs to be savoured in person to be fully appreciated.
All In One Productions presents
The Dumb Waiter by Harold Pinter
The Dumb Waiter by Harold Pinter is an exploration of what later came to be known as the Comedy Of Menace.
This One Act play features two assassins waiting to get ‘the call’ which will inform them of the arrival of their next victim. The play alternates between farce and high tension, as the two hit men painfully demonstrate the truth of Sartre’s observation that ‘hell is other people’.
The play will be performed by The Absurd Theatre Company, who hail from Mid-Wales. This is their inaugural production and tonight’s performance is part of a planned national tour.
Mettle
A new play to commemorate those who served on the Atlantic convoys
Written and performed by Nicholas Collett
HMS Vanessa is detached from Convoy HX213 to join Convoy SC107. The convoy is attacked by a wolfpack of U-boats – over 4 days they sink 15 ships. It is the heaviest loss of ships from any trans-Atlantic convoy through the winter of 1942-43…
Gordon Collett is 19, from Sheffield – the city of Steel, Determined to join the fight against the advancing forces of fascism, he volunteers for the Royal Navy in February 1940. He serves on HMS Vanessa and in November 1942 they are sent to escort Convoy SC107…
I know this because I am his son – and I’m going to tell you his story.
Sultan Stevenson
Pianist Sultan Stevenson is one of the fastest emerging young artists on the London jazz scene. His trio is being tipped for success on national and international stages. In March of 2023 Sultan released his debut album ‘Faithful One’ under Whirlwind Recordings, the album helped to earn Sultan a parliamentary jazz award for best newcomer of the year. Sultan launched the album at a sold-out headline Jazz Café show. Sultan is currently touring his music in the UK and beyond. He is considered as one of the brightest stars of his generation.
Worcester Theatres Charitable Trust presents
Diary of a Badminton Player
Colin Cosgrove is a busy man. He’s running badminton training sessions, his supply teaching job is going ‘great guns’ and his food delivery work keeps him busy on a Saturday night. But then it all starts to go a little bit wrong. Is he losing his mojo? Can he get it back? Can he maintain his status as a top badminton celebrity in Worcester?
Diary of a Badminton Player is a show about the difficulties of ageing and finding things to do all while trying to remain a local hero. Enjoy this hilarious sequence of shenanigans and take one of Colin’s badminton lessons, learn to draw and maybe even offer him large sums of money! Will things continue to go downhill, or is there hope for him and all of us as we write the next chapter in our lives?
Find out more and learn some pro sporting moves along the way!
Suitable for all ages and players of all racket sports.
Flo Perlin in concert
Flo Perlin is a contemporary singer-songwriter from London, UK with Iraqi and Belarusian heritage. She has been hailed as a ‘true storyteller’ by BBC Radio 6 with a style that blends contemporary folk, jazz and soul. The songs explore themes such as family history, human nature and being good to yourself. Her unique, emotive voice and lush instrumentation draws you deeper into her lyrics revealing more with every listen.
Having been awarded funding from PRS Women Make Music, Flo has recorded her third album ‘Clay’. This album will be a milestone in her music career. Resonating with listeners of similarly complex heritages in the UK and internationally, In Flo’s words “ I want others to listen to my new album and find lightness in discomfort, to bring the listener into a private universe where they can be introspective together”. Reviewed by Americana UK as the ‘arrival of a major talent’, Flo Perlin is ready to deliver once again!
Piaf
The Life Story and Songs of Edith Piaf
Award winning musical theatre actress Sally Jones pays a loving homage to EDITH PIAF with her critically acclaimed one woman show. She takes the audience through a roller-coaster of emotions, telling Piaf’s wild, tragic and dramatic life story – at times amusing, at times moving but at no time attempting an impersonation. A sentimental yet inspirational tale of a legend who will never be forgotten.
This stunning performance contains a beautifully crafted narration, telling the fascinating story of the iconic French singer EDITH PIAF. Not a typical tribute show, it is a perfect blend of wonderful stories, interesting facts, charming humour, moving moments and passionately performed Piaf classics including La Vie En Rose, Milord, Mon Dieu, Hymne a l’Amour and Non Je Ne Regrette Rien.
An evening not to be missed.
A MASTERCLASS IN HOW A TRIBUTE TO A LEGEND SHOULD BE CRAFTED”
5 star review from London Musical theatre Review
“MESMERISING – A HAUNTING PERFORMANCE”
“A LOVELY ROMANTIC EVENING”
5 star review from London’s West End Wilma
“90 MINUTES OF PURE UNADULTERATED ENTERTAINMENT”
“SALLY JONES IS A CONSUMMATE PERFORMER BRINGING ALL HER MUSICAL THEATRE EXPERIENCE TO EACH SONG”
4 star review from London Theatre 1
THE EDGE COMEDY CLUB: Duncan Oakley/Archie Kelly/Masai Graham
Come join us for the inaugural show of Much Wenlock’s brand new monthly comedy club. It promises to be a night of hilarious comedy with the biggest and best performers from across the circuit. Join MC Tony Vino as he introduces three of the most celebrated names in UK comedy, performing cutting edge stand-up for an unforgettable night of laughter. Act line-up: Duncan Oakley, Archie Kelly and Masai Graham
THE CLASSIC BLUES SHOW
From BB King to Buddy Guy, from Jimmy Rogers to Jimi Hendrix – The Classic Blues Show celebrates the finest blues music from the last 60 years.
Spend an evening in the company of this fine 6-piece band with their music and stories, and feel the blues come alive. Driving guitar riffs, matched by a jazz-themed horn section, make this a show to remember.
MARK HARRISON BAND
Nobody writes songs like Mark Harrison.
Constantly touring and multi-awards-nominated, Mark Harrison has a reputation for being unlike anyone else out there. Described at BBC Radio 2 as an artist who ‘makes you think afresh’, and by countless audience members and reviewers as ‘uplifting and ‘inspirational’, his highly individual music takes him to some of the top venues and festivals in the UK, attracting acclaim wherever he goes.
Mark has been frequently heard on BBC Radio 2, including on its Pick of the Week show on a playlist containing many of the world’s top pop artists.
The extraordinary Mark Harrison Band has a unique sound and style that is very much their own genre, and incorporates elements of classic roots, rock, folk and blues. They have been compared to classic artists of the golden era such as The Band and Little Feat. It’s music to make you smile, think and move.
Keith James in Concert
THE SONGS OF LEONARD COHEN
These remarkable songs – stripped back, honest, naked and sensual.
‘There is a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets in’ Cohen’s most memorable and visionary line from his song ANTHEM. If ever there was a sentence in modern poetry to reflect on and give hope and understanding to us all, it is this line. This Concert begins with ANTHEM.
Enigmatic, mysterious and sub textural, songwriter Leonard Cohen was an unflinching character, with an exact sense of prose, wry humour and the courage to wrestle with the unspoken, forgiving human frailty and indulgence with the stroke of each word.
The very beginning of Leonard Cohen as a songwriter happened during the 1960’s on the Greek Island of Hydra where he met Marianne Ihlen, the love of his life. He was spending his time on Hydra writing a novel and a collection of poetry; it was Marianne who encouraged him to turn many of the poems into songs; Bird on a Wire being the most notable.
The chilling announcement of Leonard’s death marked the end of an era. His music befriended an entire generation. Within every line of his writing, he has been challenging us to listen more carefully, speak more thoughtfully, think more deeply and recognize our own vulnerability. Our World misses him very much.
With a lifetime reputation of performing in this exact way and an undying love of the ‘pure song’ Keith James gives you a concert of Cohen’s amazing material in the most intimate and sensitive way imaginable, exposing the solitary inner strength of his greatest songs in their original perfect form. Keith has performed an extensive tour of this concert in Theatres and Arts Centres across the UK, giving almost 500 concerts to more than 200,000 people. This has proved to be ‘life changing’ and one of the greatest honours in Keith James’ 50 year career in music.
Included in the concert are Cohen’s well-known songs: Famous Blue Raincoat, Sisters of Mercy, Suzanne, and Hallelujah alongside his rarer and profound writing such as If it be your will, Joan of Arc and Secret Life. Also included are Keith’s dramatic performances based on the work of Federico Garcia Lorca – Cohen’s greatest influence.
‘Keith James’ Concert was truly memorable. My tears started as soon as he introduced the first song, and I came away thinking the human spirit will not be defeated.’ The Hay Festival
‘Some of the most atmospheric and emotive music you will ever hear’ The Independent
‘There is a delicious soulfulness going on here’ Colin Hall
‘not to be missed’ Mark Radcliffe
‘Brave enough to play the music he truly believes in’ Bob Harris
‘devotion, integrity and experience, all spinning as one’ Guardian Weekend
‘Keith James has become a pillar of trust. A sublimely intimate and engaging voice’ Sunday Times
www.keith-james.com
Friday 11th April 2025
Doors 18.30 Show 19.30
Tickets £30
VIP £45
Meet 'n' Greet Tickets £80
PAUL YOUNG
From No Parlez to Secret Of Association - An Intimate Evening With Paul Young
Paul Young broke into the big time 40 years ago when No Parlez went to number one and spawned iconic hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home). More success followed with the number one album The Secret Of Association and the worldwide hit Everytime You Go Away, not forgetting an appearance at Live Aid and more. Paul sustained that success – while having fun in his tex-mex band, Los Pacaminos. Now, he’s looking back during these intimate shows, that combine conversation and acoustic versions of songs. Paul’s meeting fans, singing songs, and telling stories about his incredible career. It’s time to revel in the classic hits and learn the stories behind them in this intimate show.
Tuesday 22nd April 2025
Doors 18.30 Show 19.30
Tickets £26.50
VIP £40
Meet 'n' Greet Tickets £65
Mike Peters, from The Alarm
Love Hope Strength
It’s been a remarkable career. Mike Peters, frontman of The Alarm, created one of Britain’s best-loved rock bands at the turn of the 1980s. He filled arenas, enjoyed hits with Sixty Eight Guns Spirit Of ’76, and Absolute Reality, and opened for U2 and Bob Dylan. There’s always been much, much more to the man who was awarded an MBE in 2019. Mike’s a multiple-cancer survivor, whose life story is truly inspiring and extraordinary. To coincide with the publication of his self-penned, multi-edition autobiography – also called Love Hope Strength – Mike is hitting the road. Expect acoustic hits, remarkable stories, and an intimate evening with one of rock’s great survivor.
TOM BALL
Britain’s Got Talent singing sensation Tom Ball is heading to Much Wenlock in 2025.
Tom will share his remarkable talent with audiences at intimate venues around the UK on the Spotlight tour.
The former teacher shot to fame as a finalist in BGT 2020, catching the attention of Simon Cowell, who called him ‘simply sensational’, and Amanda Holden, who said he was one of the best she’d ever seen.
Since then, he’s racked up 85 million views on social media, and been working with grammy-winning writers. He’s been likened to stars such as Michael ball and Michael Bublé.
The tour follows the release of his debut album, Curtain Call.
Tom says: “I feel extremely excited to be heading out on my first major solo tour; I can’t wait to share some of my favourite songs with fans. See you there!”
“One of the best performances I’ve ever seen in my life” – Terry Crews (AGT)