Eastlife Spring 2020

Suffolk
and of course…there has to be another incredible Argentine
Tango routine by the master!
The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD
01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk
03-May The Guilty Feminist: Live with Deborah
Frances-White
Comedian Deborah Frances-White and her guests explore
the noble goals of 21st century feminists whilst confessing the
insecurities, hypocrisies and paradoxes which undermine those
goals. Along with some of your favourite comedians, guests
and musicians, Deborah will host this joyful celebration of how
far we’ve come, and continue the conversation about what
remains to be done.
The Corn Exchange, King St, Ipswich IP1 1DH
apps.ipswich.gov.uk
11-May Gyles Brandreth Break A Leg!
Without hesitation or repetition (and just a touch of deviation),
‘Just a Minute’ regular, Gyles delivers a dazzling evening of wit,
wisdom, high drama, low comedy, and hilarious
name-dropping.
The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD
01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk
12-16 May Annie
Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave
young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s
orphanage. Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to
spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver
Warbucks. Meanwhile, spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas
and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family…
Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QR
01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org
13-May Tony Stockwell
Remarkably compelling, amazingly detailed and always
humorous. Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have
passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed
messages frequently including names, dates and locations
and all delivered with emotion, sensitivity and empathy. The
evening may include psychometry, photographs readings and
psychic prediction.
Haverhill Arts Centre, High Street, Haverhill CB9 8AR
01440 714140. www.haverhillartscentre.co.uk
15-16 May A Calling
Mark, a young man in 21st century Britain, is struggling. In a
small rural farming community he’s trying to juggle work, family,
friends and a relationship. Looking at how family traditions can
shape your life, how stressful the modern farming industry can
be and how we hide from opening up about our struggles. Will
he give up everything that generations of his entire family have
worked for?
The Cut, New Cut, Halesworth, IP19 8BY.
0300 3033 211. newcut.org
21-24 May Billionaire Boy
Joe Spud is twelve years old and the richest boy in the country!
He has his own sports car, two crocodiles as pets and £100,000
a week pocket money! But what Joe doesn’t have is a friend.
So he decides to leave his posh school and start at the local
comp. But things don’t go as planned for Joe and life becomes
a rollercoaster as he tries to find what money can’t buy!
Ipswich Regent Theatre, 3 Saint Helen’s Street, Ipswich IP4 1HE
01473 433100. apps.ipswich.gov.uk
21-23 May Shrek The Musical
‘Shrek The Musical’ is a Tony Award-winning fairy tale
adventure featuring all new songs from Jeanine Tesori
(Thoroughly Modern Millie, Caroline or Change) and a
sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek brings all the
beloved characters you know from the film to life on stage, and
proves there’s more to the story than meets the ears.
Spa Pavilion Theatre, Undercliff Road, Felixstowe IP11 2DX
thelittleboxoffice.com/spapavilion
21-May Dad’s Army Variety Show: A Salute to the 1940’s
‘A Salute to the 1940s’ is packed full of the stars who kept the
nation entertained during WW2. Featuring award winning
tributes to George Formby, Vera Lynn, The Andrew Sisters,
Frank Sinatra and Gracie Fields, Windsor Davies & Don Estelle
singing ‘Whispering Grass’, as well as many sketches from the
Dad’s Army troop.
Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk
23-May Roald Dahl & The Imagination Seekers
‘Roald Dahl and the Imagination Seekers’ is a theatrical and
interactive experience, especially made for all the family to
enjoy. It’s a thrilling story delivered through performance,
games and creative play that explores Roald Dahl’s
extraordinary stories, including Charlie and the Chocolate
Factory, The BFG and The Twitsalong the way.
Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QR
01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org
26-27 May Rapunzel
Featuring an original book, music and lyrics, high energy
choreography, loveable characters, colourful set and costumes
and an opportunity for the audience to meet the characters
after the show, this production promises to be an entertaining
treat for all the family!
Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk
29-May Morgan & West: Unbelievable Science
Morgan & West present captivating chemistry, phenomenal
physics, and bonkers biology in this fun for all the family
science extravaganza!
Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QR
01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org
MUSIC
11-Mar The Rock of Ages Experience
An uplifting and high energy tribute to the music of the smash
hit Hollywood film and musical, Rock of Ages.
Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk
28-Mar Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
Whatever the season, whatever the excuse to party, make your
Heartbeat a little faster with this Buddy Holly tribute!
Theatre Royal, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds IP33 1QR
01284 769505. www.theatreroyal.org
04-Apr The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this
50th anniversary celebration also features a full live band
performing all the hits.
Marina Theatre, The Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
01502 533200. www.marinatheatre.co.uk
08-Apr Rod Stewart: The Tribute
For the past 12 years this amazing Rod Stewart tribute show
has been rocking audiences all over the world - people never
fail to comment on the accuracy and energy of the show.
The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD
01284 758000. www.theapex.co.uk
18-Apr Luther Vandross: A Celebration
Fronted by international Luther Vandross tribute, Harry
Cambridge, and featuring his 10-piece band, this show lets you
experience all the hits from Vandross’s amazing career which
culminated in over 40 million album sales and eight Grammy
awards.
The Apex, 1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD
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