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The programme features a variety of performances for all ages and tastes, with several productions presented as part of Telford Theatre on Tour in partnership with Arts Alive, helping to bring high-quality live entertainment directly into local communities.

The autumn line-up includes:

• One Night of Tom Jones – Experience the power, passion and charisma of Tom Jones brought to life by one of UK’s finest vocal performers Glen Leon. Thursday 8 October, the Anstice Madeley.
  
  
• Under The Hammer (Arts Alive partnership) – A fine blend of theatre/improv, escape room and ‘who-dunnit’ style mystery Friday 16 October, Dawley Town Hall.
  
  
• The Rat Pack Reprise - Experience Las Vegas at its finest with this award-winning tribute to Frank, Dean and Sammy - Starring ITV weatherman Des Coleman as Sammy Davis Jr., alongside Tony Martin as “The Chairman of the Board” Frank Sinatra, and Paul Drakeley as the smooth and sophisticated Dean Martin, this spectacular theatre show celebrates the music and magic of a bygone Vegas. Saturday 24 October, the Anstice Madeley.
  
  
• The Nag's Head (Arts Alive partnership) - Make It Beautiful Theatre Company present their dark comedy play: The Nag’s Head. Featuring music from folk band Good Habits and real paranormal accounts, this sell-out production is an ode to rural England and the independent pub. Wednesday 28 October, Belmont Hall Wellington.
  
  
• Birdcatcher (Arts Alive partnership) - A powerful darkly comic drama about a teenage girl navigating life inside a doomsday cult. Aged 12+ Friday 30 October, Cosy Hall Newport.
  
  
• Patrick Monahan – The Good, The Pat and The Ugly - Join Patrick for his latest bout of sharply observed comedy, as he explores life, love, and the chaos of everyday mishaps – Thursday 12 November, The Anstice Madeley.
  
  
• Motherhood – Performed by ODDSOCKS, this this moving and hilarious work of autobiographical theatre is a must for mothers or anyone who has a mother. 14+ Friday 13 November, The Anstice, Madeley.
  
  
• George and the Drag Queen (Arts Alive partnership) - Set in a village fete, a bittersweet, bonkers cake-mix of the epic and outlandish, beaten together with the everyday and plain silly – Saturday 14 November, Charlton School, Wellington.
  
  
• Arrival – The Hits of ABBA - 50 years since ABBA’s iconic ‘Arrival’ Album first lit up the charts, the multi-award-winning show is back with a brand-new production! – Friday 20 November, The Little Theatre Donnington.
  
  
• Mr Sleepybum's Dream Machine - This award-winning interactive show is filled with sketches, slapstick, and silliness, ensuring maximum fun for the whole family. – Saturday 21 November, The Little Theatre Donnington.
• An Evening of Folk / Celtic / Americana – Celebrate the music of talented bands - The Endings, The Shire-ish Rovers and Two Blank Pages – Friday 27 November, The Little Theatre, Donnington.
  
  
• The Rise of The Beatles - The Rise of the Beatles is a brand-new, unique, immersive and memorable celebration of the greatest group of all time – Saturday 28 November, the Little Theatre Donnington.

• Simply The King's Voice with Gordon Hendricks. - Experience the power, soul, and spirit of Elvis Presley like never before in Simply the King’s Voice, starring acclaimed vocalist Gordon Hendricks. – Friday 4^th December, the Anstice, Madeley

A particular highlight of the autumn programme is Birdcatcher, a Pentabus production in association with Middle Child and Papatango, presented through Arts Alive.

The production has been designed with accessibility at its heart, featuring integrated audio description. Captions and subtitles are also available via handheld Difference Engine devices, helping to make the show accessible for all audiences, ensuring more people can enjoy the experience of live theatre.

As audiences enjoy this varied programme of touring performances, excitement is also building ahead of this year's festive pantomime season, Jack and the Beanstalk, which begins on 15 December, promising magical family entertainment to round off a fantastic year of live theatre.

Councillor Angela McClements, Telford & Wrekin Council's Cabinet Member for Culture, Tourism and Leisure, said: “We're delighted to bring another fantastic season of Telford Theatre on Tour performances to communities across the Borough. From live music and comedy to drama and family-friendly shows, there's something for everyone to enjoy this autumn.

"Our partnership with Arts Alive continues to help us reach new audiences and ensure more people can experience quality live performances closer to home.

"These shows are a great opportunity to support local venues, enjoy a night out with family and friends and celebrate the arts in our communities.”

Tickets for all performances, tickets and information about venues can be found at www.telfordtheatre.com.