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This autumn promises an array of superb entertainment to look forward to at the Corn Exchange. Major names on the bill over the coming months include Robert Plant, Gregory Porter, Johnny Marr and Bellowhead through to Imelda May, Rodrigo y Gabriela and Passenger.
Other key highlights include: a seasonal show with a difference, Not Until We Are Lost. . . an enthralling theatrical experience created by physical theatre company Ockham’s Razor; INALA, a Zulu Ballet featuring Ladysmith Black Mambazo, and a first for the city when iconic music maker Philip Glass performs with the ensemble he first brought together in 1968.
Always a sell-out, the eccentric and much-loved Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain returns with its unique musical take on the likes of Lady Gaga and Wagner. Manchester legends James make their first appearance in years and fresh from sell-out Wembley Arena and O2 gigs, Frank Turner brings his Sleeping Souls Tour to the city.
John Bishop leads the way with top comedy laughs this season, along with Fascinating Aida, Tangentleman Ross Noble, king of PowerPoint presentation Dave Gorman, kooky Noel Fielding, suit wearing Frank Skinner and of course Jimmy Carr!
Other shows include: Monty Python legend Michael Palin; songs and stories from Aled Jones; two days of the fabulous Sing-a-Long-a Frozen; blues from the godfather of British blues, John Mayall and Dawn French’s much anticipated show 30 Million Minutes based on her life and career.
In October, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra opens its second season as the Corn Exchange Orchestra in Residence with the first of seven concerts. International pianist, Freddy Kempf, newly appointed Artist in Residence for the acclaimed concert series, will be sharing his knowledge and experience with young musicians in an exciting educational project, as well as performing in a special recital featuring his favourite sonatas.
We look forward to welcoming you at the Corn Exchange.
Steve Bagnall Cambridge Corn Exchange
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The Queen ExtravaganzaMon 15 Sep | 7.30pmTickets £27
Produced by Queen drummer Roger Taylor and legendary guitarist Brian May, The Queen Extravaganza celebrates the band’s glorious music andlive experience bringing together generations of fans.
After a unique online talent search The Queen Extravaganza band includes musicians personally selected by Taylor. The show will feature classic hits including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Under Pressure, We Will Rock You, We Are theChampions, A Kind of Magic, Radio Ga Ga, Somebody to Love and Killer Queen.
The production will be enhanced visually with rare video footage from Queen’s extensive archives and also newly-created imagery.
Frank Turner and The Sleeping Souls
Tue 16 Sep | 7.30pmTickets £25
Singer-songwriter Frank Turner has gone from strength to strength since he released his first solo album back in 2005. Poetic and haunting at times his sounds veers from folk to rock.
His rise to meteoric success has been established by playing the UK and USA festival scene whilst also supporting the likes of Green Day. Having recently played sold out gigs at Wembley Arena and The O2, he now returns for a full UK tour.
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
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The Ukulele Orchestra of Great BritainA Fistful of UkuleleSat 20 Sep | 7.30pmTickets £27.50, £23.50, £19.50
The Rotary Club of St Neots presents a one-off performance by The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, in aid of charities supported by The Rotary. The world renowned all-singing, all-plucking superstars return with their toe-tapping music, hilarious banter and sheer superlative entertainment, now with more songs, more tunes and with yet more added bonus ukuleles.
From Lady Gaga to Ride of the Valkyries, from Housewives’ Choice to Voodoo Chile, the ukes’genre-crashing antics continue.
Martha Reeves and The VandellasCalling Out Around The World
Wed 17 Sep | 7.30pmTickets £28.50, £24.50
Martha Reeves and The Vandellas embark on a rare UK appearance with their Calling Out Around The World Tour to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the era-defining hit Dancing in the Streets.
Having recorded in the styles of soul, doo-wop, R&B, pop and blues and scored over a dozen million selling hit singles, the band’s hits include Jimmy Mac, Nowhere To Run, Heatwave and, of course, Dancing In The Streets which was famously covered by David Bowie and Mick Jagger.
A must see show for any vintage soul and Motown fan.
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Chas & Dave On The Road
Wed 24 Sep | 7.30pmTickets £29, £27
Chas & Dave are celebrating 50 years together.
They have recorded their first original album in 27 years mixing vintage rock n roll songs with new renditions of their own rockney classics.
They began writing and performing songs together in 1972 and having gained a cult audience of both young and old they are about to be seen together on stage once more.
Hits include Gertcha, Sideboard Song (Got My Beer In My Sideboard Here), Rabbit and Ain’t No Pleasing You.
John BishopUp Close and Personal
Thu 25 Sep | 8pmSOLD OUT
A former salesman in the pharmaceutical industry, John Bishop wandered one night into a comedy club and took to the mic. Since then he has gone on to win a Best Comedy Breakthrough Award and has successfully sold out arena tours.
The Up Close and Personal Tour sees him trying out new material in advance of his autumn UK arena shows.
Over 16s only.
‘A fabulously gifted comedian.’The Mirror
A Evening with Jason MrazYES! Tour
Sat 27 Sep | 7.30pmTickets £37.50 Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Jason Mraz’s journey has propelled him from the San Diego coffee house scene to arenas andstadiums all over the world. Mraz made pop history with the record-breaking classic single I’m Yours, while also earning platinum and multi-platinum certifications in more than 20 countries.
His laidback surfer style sound is overlaid with skatting lyrics about universal themes of love, faith and healing.
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Sat 4 Oct | 7.30pm
A Zulu Ballet featuring Ladysmith Black MambazoINALA, a new Zulu ballet featuring live music by four-time Grammy Award®-winning Ladysmith Black Mambazo and current and former dancers from the Royal Ballet and Rambert, comes to Cambridge Corn Exchange on the final date of its world premiere UK tour.
Embracing South Africa’s past, its present and new hopes for the future, INALA is a spiritually uplifting and beautiful live storytelling experience, powered by a cultural explosion of music, song and dance.
Ladysmith were brought to international acclaim through their prominence on Paul Simon’s Graceland album in 1986. Ladysmith sing in Zulu and remain on stage throughout the entire 70-minute performance, along with the nine dancers and five instrumentalists.
An exhilarating fusion of South African and Western cultures, live on stage.
Media partners:Tickets £25, £22, U26s £12.50
‘A massive hit.’Daily Telegraph
★★★★‘A dynamic marriage of contemporary dance and choral music.’The Guardian
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An Evening with Michael PalinTravelling to work
Fri 3 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £32
To celebrate the publication of volume three of his diaries, Travelling to Work 1988 -1998, Michael Palin presents a brand new stage show.
Split into two halves the first half looks back at exploring the world whilst the second half covers the love of comedy that took him from Sheffield to Monty Python.
Aled JonesSongs of Hope and Inspiration
Wed 8 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £30, £27.50
Spend a sensational evening with Aled Jones accompanied by world-class musicians as he regales a mixture of stories and songs from his lengthy career.
Aled came into the public eye as the boy star whose breathtaking performance of Walking In The Air helped make the Raymond Briggs cartoon The Snowman an annual Christmas favourite. He has continued to perform and record classical and choral music at the highest levels.
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Jon RichardsonNidiot
Sun 5 Oct | 8pmTickets £22
Comedian Jon Richardson is checking his tyre pressures, hoovering his floor mats and putting an emergency packed lunch in the boot of his car ready to hit the road again.
The perennial singleton and misanthrope is determined to become a more easy-going person for the sake of his friends and his future health.
Come and find out whether or not a leopard can change its spots or if they are doomed to be angry forever not to have been given a more uniform and symmetrical fur pattern.
Alison BalsomThe Trumpet Sings
Thu 9 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £34.75, £30.75, £24.75
Multi-award-winning trumpet player Alison Balsom will be performing her first headline tour throughout the UK this October.
She will be joined by renowed organist Chad Kelly performing an eclectic mix of repertoire from Bach to Gershwin and Ravel to Satie.
The tour will also include material from Alison’s much anticipated new album, which is set to include the beautiful songs Autumn Leaves, April in Paris and La Vie en Rose.
Level 42
Fri 10 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £29.50
Level 42 have relished global success for over 30 years, producing an impressive discography packed with hit tunes including Lessons in Love, Something About You, Leaving Me Now, Running in the Family and Hot Water.
With an instantly recognisable sound featuring Mark King’sthundering bass lines, it is easy to see why they were one of the biggest British bands of 80s.
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Sixties Gold
Sun 12 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £32
Featuring all the hits of the 60s from the original stars of the 60s!
From the famous singles to timeless album tracks, this show will create the ultimate feel-good factor as audiences are transported back to theSwinging Sixties.
The show features Gerry & The Pacemakers, The Searchers, P.J Proby, The Fortunes, and Brian Pool and Chip Hawkes, playing all the hits including You’ll Never Walk Alone, Sweets For My Sweet, Somewhere and Silence Is Golden.
Jim DavidsonNo Further Action
Sun 19 Oct | 8pmTickets £26, £22.50 Group and concession prices available
Very few comedians could turn the worst year of their life into a resounding success but fresh from winning the most successful ever series of Celebrity Big Brother by a landslide, comedy king Jim Davidson has done exactly that.
No Further Action will see Jim tell the story of his arrest and the nightmare 12 months that followed, the clearing of his name and winning the heart of the nation all over again as a Big Brother champion.
Johnny Marr
Tue 21 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £26.50
In 2013 Johnny Marr, former guitarist and co-songwriter for The Smiths, released his solo album The Messenger which combines the best of hisnew material with select highlights from The Smiths, plus other songs from his extensive back catalogue.
Since the release of the album, Johnny Marr has toured extensively, contributed to the world of film with Here, a collaboration with Pharrell Williams and been described as arguably Britain’s last greatguitar stylist.
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Seth Lakeman
Wed 22 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £25, £20.50
Singer, songwriter and virtuoso fiddler, Seth has successfully helped to steer English folk into the musical mainstream with his high-energy performances and series of best-selling albums.
Seth will be joined by his multi-instrumental band playing songs from his new album and other live favourites.
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
Freddy Kempf Recital
Tue 28 Oct | 7.30pmTickets: £24.50, £20.50, Students & Under 16s £12.50
Cambridge Classical Concert Series 2014 -15 Artist in Residence
Beethoven Sonata No. 27 in E minorSchubert Sonata in A majorTchaikovsky Grand Sonata in G major, op. 37
For his first appearance as Corn Exchange Artist in Residence, award-winning pianist Freddy Kempf performs some of his favourite sonatas. By turns dramatic, tempestuous and emotionally complex these sonatas are the perfect showcase for his virtuosic skills.
The evening begins with the extraordinary spectacle of nine pianos on stage when Freddy performs a newly commissioned work by composer Nicholas Paul Simpson alongside eight local music students, the culmination of a music education project between the Corn Exchange, Cambridgeshire Music and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
‘He has the fearless exuberance of youth. He is prepared to take risks, a readiness that brings spontaneous combustion to his playing; but he has sensitivity too.’Daily Telegraph
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Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music
Sat 25 Oct | 7pmTickets £17
Have you ever watched a musical film and had an uncontrollable urge to burst into song? Well, this is your chance to unleash your vocal talent with several hundred assorted Von Trapp family members, guitar-wielding nuns and other Julie Andrews lookalikes whilst dressing up as your own favourite character from the classic movie. Your host for the evening will lead a choral warm-up, judge the fancy dress competition and take you through your free fun pack.
Fancy dress not obligatory but highly recommended.
Sing-a-Long-a FrozenSat 25 Oct | 11am & 3pmSun 26 Oct | 1pm & 5pmTickets Adult £17, Children £12.50 Family ticket and concessions available
Come on an epic journey to find Anna’s sister Elsa, the Snow Queen and put an end to her icy spell. Together with a live host and a magic fun pack follow the lyrics on screen and belt out the films famous songs.
Remember you’re the star of the show, so dress up as your favourite character for a chance to win the fancy dress competition.
We only have one question, Sooooo ‘do you wanna build a snowman…..?’
Please note: This is a screening of the movie.
50th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATORY TOUR
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Friday 17 Oct 2014 | 7.30pm
Royal Philharmonic OrchestraConductor Fabien GabelPiano Natasha ParemskiSchumann Manfred OvertureRachmaninov Rhapsody on a Theme of PaganiniBrahms Symphony No. 2
Wednesday 3 Dec 2014 | 7.30pm
Brussels PhilharmonicConductor Michel TabachnikPiano Noriko OgawaOrgan Oliver CondyBorodin Polovtsian DancesBeethoven Piano Concerto No. 3Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3
Friday 23 Jan 2015 | 7.30pm
Royal Northern SinfoniaDirector Kyra Humphreys ViolinCello Natalie CleinBarber Adagio for StringsMozart Violin Concerto No. 4 Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No. 1Mozart Symphony No. 29
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The 2014/15 Cambridge Classical Concert Series brings some of the world’s best classical music to the Corn Exchange.
New Artist in Residence: Freddy Kempf Orchestra in Residence: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Thursday 12 Feb 2015 | 7.30pm
St Petersburg Symphony OrchestraConductor Vladimir AltschulerViolin Alexander SitkovetskyShostakovich Hamlet (Incidental Music)Tchaikovsky Violin ConcertoSibelius Karelia SuiteTchaikovsky Romeo and Juliet
Thursday 5 Mar 2015 | 7.30pm
European Union Chamber OrchestraConductor Hans-Peter HofmannClarinet Emma JohnsonHolst St Paul’s SuiteMozart Clarinet ConcertoGrieg Two Elegiac MelodiesMozart Symphony No. 33
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Saturday 11 Apr 2015 | 7.30pm
Royal Philharmonic OrchestraConductor Christoph KoenigViolin Pinchas ZukermanBeethoven Symphony No. 3 ‘Eroica’Elgar Violin Concerto in B minor
Saturday 30 May 2015 | 7.30pm
Royal Philharmonic OrchestraConductor Rory MacdonaldPiano Freddy KempfGlinka Ruslan and Ludmilla OvertureGrieg Piano ConcertoRavel Mother Goose SuiteStravinsky The Firebird Suite
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Natasha Paremski
Noriko Ogawa
Natalie Clein
Alexander Sitkovetsky
Emma Johnson
Pinchas Zukerman
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Friday 17 Oct 2014 | 7.30pm
Royal Philharmonic OrchestraConductor Fabien GabelPiano Natasha ParemskiSchumann Manfred OvertureRachmaninov Rhapsody on a Theme of PaganiniBrahms Symphony No. 2
Wednesday 3 Dec 2014 | 7.30pm
Brussels PhilharmonicConductor Michel TabachnikPiano Noriko OgawaOrgan Oliver CondyBorodin Polovtsian DancesBeethoven Piano Concerto No. 3Saint-Saëns Symphony No. 3
Friday 23 Jan 2015 | 7.30pm
Royal Northern SinfoniaDirector Kyra Humphreys ViolinCello Natalie CleinBarber Adagio for StringsMozart Violin Concerto No. 4 Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No. 1Mozart Symphony No. 29
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The 2014/15 Cambridge Classical Concert Series brings some of the world’s best classical music to the Corn Exchange.
New Artist in Residence: Freddy Kempf Orchestra in Residence: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Thursday 12 Feb 2015 | 7.30pm
St Petersburg Symphony OrchestraConductor Vladimir AltschulerViolin Alexander SitkovetskyShostakovich Hamlet (Incidental Music)Tchaikovsky Violin ConcertoSibelius Karelia SuiteTchaikovsky Romeo and Juliet
Thursday 5 Mar 2015 | 7.30pm
European Union Chamber OrchestraConductor Hans-Peter HofmannClarinet Emma JohnsonHolst St Paul’s SuiteMozart Clarinet ConcertoGrieg Two Elegiac MelodiesMozart Symphony No. 33
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Saturday 11 Apr 2015 | 7.30pm
Royal Philharmonic OrchestraConductor Christoph KoenigViolin Pinchas ZukermanBeethoven Symphony No. 3 ‘Eroica’Elgar Violin Concerto in B minor
Saturday 30 May 2015 | 7.30pm
Royal Philharmonic OrchestraConductor Rory MacdonaldPiano Freddy KempfGlinka Ruslan and Ludmilla OvertureGrieg Piano ConcertoRavel Mother Goose SuiteStravinsky The Firebird Suite
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Natasha Paremski
Noriko Ogawa
Natalie Clein
Alexander Sitkovetsky
Emma Johnson
Pinchas Zukerman
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Pink Martini
Wed 29 Oct | 7.30pm£29.50, £26.50
Somewhere between a 1930s Cuban dance orchestra, a classical chamber music ensemble, a Brazilian marching street band and Japanese film noir is the 12-piece Pink Martini. Part language lesson, part Hollywood musical, the Portland, Oregon-based ‘little orchestra’ was created in 1994 by Harvard graduate and classically trained pianist Thomas M. Lauderdale.
Equally at home performing its romantic, multi-lingual repertoire on concert stages and in smokey bars, Pink Martini draws a wildly diverse crowd. The show also features original Pink Martini vocalist China Forbes.
Gregory Porter
Fri 31 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £37.50, £34.50, £25
At the start of 2010 the buzz about Los Angeles-born and now Brooklyn-based jazz/soul vocalist Gregory Porter was a strong, steady murmur.
Now the buzz has built to a roar – with a Grammy nomination and critics world over hailing him as the ‘leader of the pack’ with an extraordinary presence. Porter’s magnificent voice, utterly brilliant use of poetry and unguarded depth of emotional delivery has fuelled his rapid rise to fame.
Critics the world over, from the Wall Street Journal to Jazz Times are hailing Porter as a new king of jazz, a performer of extraordinary presence who has been compared with the greatest of the greats such as Joe Williams, Nat Cole, Donny Hathaway and Marvin Gaye.
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Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra with Special Guest Vocalist Marc AlmondSat 1 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £38.50
Jools Holland will be bringing the greatest boogie-woogie party around the UK once again and this time he will be joined by his much loved Rhythm & Blues Orchestra.
He will be joined by special guest vocalist Marc Almond, along with Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall and the tireless drums of original Squeeze member Gilson Lavis. The show will feature tracks spanning his entire solo career as well as songs taken from his latest album The Golden Age of Song.
Chris Difford & Glenn Tilbrook of SqueezeThe At Odds Couple Tour
Sun 2 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £40, £27.50
For the first time in almost 20 years, Squeeze’s Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook will be heading out on the road presenting their songs and story in a unique way.
Having survived through turbulent times over the past four decades, from the ever-changing musical landscape to their own internal reshuffles and an acrimonious break-up, the lads will reflect on their careers with hits that include Up The Junction and Cool For Cats.
The duo will share not only stories as part of Squeeze and as solo artists, but also giving an insight in to what makes the two of them tick as a partnership.
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
Fascinating AïdaCharm Offensive
Thu 30 Oct | 7.30pmTickets £22.50, £21
Following a sold-out 2013 tour, three Olivier Award nominations and over 10 million YouTube hits for Cheap Flights (their infamous anthem to budget air travel), Dillie Keane, Adele Anderson and Liza Pulman continue to celebrate over 30 years of Fascinating Aïda with their terrific new show Charm Offensive.
Expect topical new songs hot off the press plus some outrageous old favourites as Fascinating Aïda continue to grow old disgracefully!
‘Engages the brain as well as the funny-bone.’ The Times
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Jimmy CarrFunny Business
Sat 8 Nov | 8pmSat 6 Dec | 8pmTickets £27.50
Jimmy’s been described as ‘the hardest working man in comedy’ which, let’s face facts, is not that impressive. It’s like being the ‘tallest dwarf’ or the ‘healthiest Glaswegian’. Really not that big a deal. Funny Business is Jimmy’s brand new stand up show. Come for the witty and incisive musings on the human condition; stay for the knob gags.
Over 16s only.
Sam Smith
Mon 3 Nov | 7.30pmSOLD OUT
Having topped the coveted BBC Sound Poll and winning the BRITs Critics Choice Award, Sam has secured his success by having a number one with his first single Money On My Mind, which was soon followed by the euphoric Stay with Me. This year has also seen Sam’s home-grown success catapult him across the Atlantic and start trending in the USA. With his soulful pop voice it is clear to see why Sam Smith is the darling of the pop world.
‘His potential seems limitless.’The Guardian
Ross NobleTangentleman
Thu 6 - Fri 7 Nov | 8pmTickets £27.50
The king of improvisational comedy is back with his exuberance, spontaneity and cerebral style which has seen him established as one of Britain’s best-loved comedians. The master surrealist uses an infinite imagination and plenty of tomfoolery, which is sure to have audiences in fits of laughter.
Recommended 15+
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A rare opportunity to see one of the most influential music makers of the 20th Century performing with the ensemble he first brought together in 1968 as an outlet for his ground breaking music. The ensemble will perform some of Philip’s iconic music from the 70s and 80s including extracts from the score for the Godfrey Reggio film Koyaanisqatsi and pieces from his seminal album of chamber music Glassworks.
Music Director: Michael Riesman
Tickets £47.50, £40, £37.50, £22.50 (restricted view)
Promoted in association with Cambridge Music Festival
PGE Retro PHILIP GLASS and the PHILIP GLASS ENSEMBLEFri 14 Nov 7.30pm
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An Evening with Noel Fielding
Thu 13 Nov | 8pmTickets £27.50
Noel Fielding (The Mighty Boosh, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, and Luxury Comedy) is embarking on his first live tour in five years delivering his magical unique brand of stand-up comedy, live animation, music and some of his best known TV characters such as The Moon and Fantasy Man.
There will also be muscular support from the loose stylings of Mike Fielding (The Mighty Boosh) and the physical lunacy of Tom Meeten (The Mighty Boosh / Oram & Meeten).Come along, bring your nan, fancy dress optional.
Over 12s only.
James Plus Starsailor
Tue 11 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £47.50, £38.50
Manchester legends James are behind some of the biggest indie hits of the last 30 years and have sold over 12 million albums worldwide.
They return this autumn with a full UK tour, along with special guests Starsailor, to perform all the hits including Sit Down, Tomorrow and Laid.
John Mayall
Sun 9 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £32, £30
In his 80th year, the godfather of British blues quietly entered a North Hollywood Studio with his band, special guest C.J. Chenier and co-producer/engineer Eric Corne. He walked out with one of the finest and most personal records of his career, A Special Life.
Known as the Godfather of British Blues, Mayall is a singer, songwriter and bandleader acclaimed for founding The Bluesbreakers. Over the years John has worked with a medley of musicians including Eric Clapton, Mick Taylor, Mick Fleetwood and Keef Hartley, to name just a few.
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Octonauts The Deep Sea Volcano Adventure
Sat 15 Nov | 4pm Sun 16 Nov | 10am, 1pm, 4pmTickets £18, U16s £16, Family Ticket £56.50
When there’s trouble under the sea, the Octonauts dive into action!
Get ready to embark on an exciting new mission with our underwater adventure super heroes Captain Barnacles, Kwazii and Peso, in the brand new live children’s stage show, Octonauts and The Deep Sea Volcano Adventure.
This action packed interactive show features music and all your favourite characters live on stage for the very first time!
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Example
Mon 17 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £30
Singer, songwriter, producer, occasional rapper and all round king of the club scene, Example is a true master of the live arena. Renowned for his monstrous live sets he is set to once again transform venues across the country into colossal party scenes.
Expect all the hits from his last three albums plus all the hit singles from his latest album Live Life Living.
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
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Robert Plant And The Sensational Space Shifters
Thu 20 Nov | 7.30pmSOLD OUT
Robert Plant has had a career spanning over 40 years and is regarded as one of the greatest singers in the history of rock and roll.
He is touring with The Sensational Space Shifters, whose exciting contemporary music balances perfectly with the powerful, gritty, Africa trance-meets-Zep on Plant’s new album Lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar.
West End Women
Wed 19 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £32, £28
West End leading ladies Kerry Ellis (Wicked/We Will Rock You), Joanna Ampil (Miss Saigon/Cats) and Ria Jones (Les Misrables/Evita) join forces to celebrate their critically acclaimed careers.
With special guest star Rory Taylor from ITV’s Superstar, this glittering concert features songs from the best loved musicals of the past 40 years including Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Cats, Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar and Wicked.
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Bellowhead
Fri 21 Nov | 7.30pm Tickets £27, £22
Since their formation in 2004, Bellowhead have occupied a unique place in Britain’s musical landscape. A blistering 11-piece band fusing folk, funk, rock, world, jazz, music hall and classical music, they have placed themselves at the cutting edge of the contemporary music scene while harnessing all the power and mystery of English and European musical traditions.
With their explosive spectacular and theatrical live shows, the band have transported folk music into hitherto unknown territory and spearheaded the new folk boom.
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
Imelda May
Sat 22 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £32, £27.50
Ireland’s reigning musical queen, the truly unique Imelda May, is set to sizzle even more with her leather-clad attitude and primal rockabillyperformance.
Capturing the spirit and the sound of Memphis Tennesse, expect to see a 21st century twist by a girl from the back streets of Dublin.
Shane Filan
Mon 24 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £37
For well over a decade Shane Filan was part of Ireland’s most successful boy band, Westlife, selling over 50 million albums and 14 No. 1 singles. Now back
with his debut solo album You and Me, Shane looks to continue his pop career success as he plays a series of sell-out shows around the UK.
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Al MurrayOne Man, One Guvnor
Thu 27 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £28
Twenty years ago Britain’s favourite publican, Al Murray The Pub Landlord, embarked on his one man mission as the King of Common Sense,holding back a tide of bottled beer and ninny state nonsense.
To celebrate this milestone join this icon on his new tour with his brand new show One Man, One Guvnor.
‘Murray’s interaction with the crowd remains one of the wonders of the comedy world.’ The Times
Dawn French30 Million Minutes
Sat 29 – Sun 30 Nov | 8pmTickets £42, £37.50
The award-winning actor, best-selling novelist and all round very funny lady has written a new show based on her life and career. Consisting of various delights and riches, with the odd irksome tribulation thrown in, she takes the audience through the various lessons life has taught her, and the things she knows for sure.
The evidence is there for all to see. She is already three quarters certifiably daft. The other quarter is utterly bewildered. And the remaining quarter simply can’t do maths. With a sharp eye for comic detail and a wicked ear for the absurdities of life, Dawn French of Cornwall shares how she has misguidedly spent her whole life vigorously attempting to be a fully functioning female human.
Catch the show. Or feel like a fool.
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Magic of Motown
Fri 28 Nov | 7.30pmTickets £28, £26
Celebrating 50 years of UK No1 hit singles.
Featuring more chart toppers than ever before and starring the music of the The Four Tops, The Supremes, The Temptations, The Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more, the show marks the official arrival of Motown style, sophistication and musical brilliance to these shores.
The legend of the great record label lives on, live on stage five-star performances revive more than 36 back-to-back massive Motown classics including Dancing In The Street, My Girl, Where Did Our Love Go, My Guy and Baby Love, with all the dazzling dance moves, glittering costume changes and superb musicianship synonymous with the label.
Rodrigo Y Gabriela
Mon 1 Dec | 7.30pmTickets £37.50, £27.50
Collaborations on soundtracks for Pirates of the Caribbean and Puss in Boots has brought this flamenco acoustic duo into the mainstream. Their live shows are legendary, part entertainers part musicians, they have built their success on old-fashioned gigging in pubs and busking on the streets fusing together different genres from heavy metal, nuevo flamenco and rock.
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Basement Jaxx
Mon 8 Dec | 7.30pmTickets £27.50
With a new album on the way it is no surprise that hugely established live act Basement Jaxx cannot wait to take their legendary show back on the road.
This duo drop Samba Beats infused with Electronica, House and Funk sound whilst having the ability to bring the magic of Rio carnival to the stage.
Dave Gorman Get straight to the Point (The PowerPoint)
Fri 5 Dec | 8pmTickets £22.50
Dave Gorman Gets Straight To The Point*... (*The PowerPoint).
Yes. That’s right. It’s a PowerPoint presentation. We know what you’re thinking. But don’t worry… we think you’re in pretty safe (and funny) hands. You won’t need to take notes and you almostcertainly won’t be tested on it later.
Join Dave for his PowerPoint Presentation.
PassengerWhispers Tour
Thu 4 Dec | 7.30pmSOLD OUT
Last year if you had told Passenger that his life was going to change he would have probably disbelieved you. After trying to make it for six years, he finally topped the charts in 20 countries with his hit single Let Her Go. Hear him perform the classic hit plus songs from his fifth studio album Whispers.
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Brit FloydDiscovery
Tue 9 Dec | 7.30pmTickets £42, £32
A stunning spectacular new three hour production musical journey spanning the entire recording career of Pink Floyd from 1967 – 1994.
This brand new show will capture audiences favourite moments as well as a few lesser known gems, from one of the most outstanding and enduring back catalogues in the history of recorded music.
Featuring the trademark Pink Floyd arch and circle light show, Brit Floyd’s musical performance will also be accompanied by original video and brand new animation, inspired by the timelessly brilliant artwork designs of longtime Pink Floyd collaborator Storm Thorgerson.
Frank SkinnerA Man in a Suit
Fri 12 Dec | 7.30pmTickets £30
The lad from West Brom has finally grown up. Sophisticated some might say, but fear not, he still has the banter. With a collection of over 90 suits that have been given to him every time he presented on TV, Frank Skinner makes his first return to the stand-up comedy circuit in over six years.
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Ockham’s Razor Theatre Company presents
Not Until We Are LostThe drama unfolds above and around the audience as the actors perform on a specially constructed steel frame bringing them into the heart of the action, interspersed with a 20 strong local community promenading choir.
The performers use aerial movement to create atmospheric, exciting physical theatre in a series of short stories which explore what it is to be lost. The sculptures transform around the audience creating physically and emotionally affecting environments.
Not Until We Are Lost is accompanied by an original score from composer Graham Fitkin (twice winner of the British Composer award).
Thu 18 & Fri 19 Dec | 1.30pm & 8pmSat 20 & Sun 21 Dec | 3pm & 8pmTickets £17.50, U26s £10.50, Family Ticket £37.50Please note: Performances are an hour with no interval.
See Cambridge Corn Exchange transformed as never before An alternative family show with a twist of death defying acrobats.
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‘As pure dance movement with immense physical skill, it’s absolutely breathtaking.’What’s On Stage
Suitable for audiences from 5 to 95.
See Cambridge Corn Exchange transformed as never before An alternative family show with a twist of death defying acrobats.
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Cambridgeshire Music Christmas Gala The Night Before ChristmasTue 23 Dec | 4pmTickets Adults £10.50, Children £6.50, Family ticket £22.50
Conductor Timothy Redmond.
Join the Cambridgeshire County Youth Orchestra, playing alongside members of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, for a programme of festive family fun.
Featuring a range of seasonal classics, including White Christmas, Sleigh Ride and The Night Before Christmas.
The show will also star a special guest narrator.
Dowsing for Sound Christmas Cocktail
Sun 14 Dec | TBCVIP tickets £36 General tickets £18.50 Concessions and group rates available.
Following 1000 people singing along to Fairytale of New York in 2013, The Dowsing Sound Collective returns to the Corn Exchange with its hootenanny-styled, cocktail-infused, tingle-toed and musically riotous Christmas Cocktail. Described as Cambridge’s answer to Pink Martini, Dowsing’s equally unconventional line-up of over 100 voices and instrumentalists will toast your musical chestnuts like never before.
Come dressed to impress.
Russell Howard
Sat 13 Dec | 8pmTickets £30
Join Russell Howard, one of the funniest and most successful comedians of his generation, as he tries out material and warms up for his sold-out arena tour.
Creator of the award-winning hit TV show, Russell Howard’s Good News, Rusell is on top of the world, doing what he does best.
‘Energetic, uncynical and, most importantly, very funny’. The Times
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Moscow City BalletThe Nutcracker Romeo & Juliet
Fri 2 – Sat 3 Jan | 2.30pm, 7.30pm The NutcrackerSun 4 Jan | 5pm Romeo & Juliet Tickets £37.50, £32.50, £27.50 Group and concession rates available. Book for both Ballets – Get £5 off!
In huge demand internationally, the outstanding Moscow City Ballet is at its artistic best. The Nutcracker and Romeo & Juliet are signature pieces of the company’s repertoire.
With the orchestra, choreography, interpretation and incredible virtuoso performances winning repeated rave reviews, this is an opportunity to experience these classic ballets with the magical ingredient of Russian soul unique to Moscow City dancers.
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Coming Soon Nils LofgrenFri 9 Jan | 8pmTickets £41, £31
Legendary American songwriter, virtuoso guitarist and member of Bruce Springsteen’s E-Street Band, Nils Lofgren returns to the UK in 2015. Known for his world-class guitar playing and his on-stage acrobatics, he is a true rock legend in his own right.
An Evening with Tommy EmmanuelThur 22 Jan | 7.30pm Tickets £25
Tommy Emmanuel is one of Australia’s most respected and best-loved musicians, whose award-winning career now spans five decades and multiple genres including jazz, rock, blues, and country.
Omid Djalili – IranAlamaDingdong Fri 30 Jan | 8pmTickets £25.50
Omid Djalili is an actor/comedian who spends most of his time trying to keep his weight down by yoyo dieting. He is back in 2015 with his new show.
Mark Watson – Flaws Sat 31 Jan | 8pmTickets £18.50
Combining his award-winning wit with thought-provoking insights, Watson finds that as humans, despite our lack of perfection and poor decision-making, we’re pretty spectacular.
Collabro with very special guest Lucy KayMon 9 Feb | 7pmTickets £41, £30, £22 VIP tickets £101.50
Britain’s Got Talent 2014 winners Collabro are an English musical theatre boy band who took the judges and viewers breath away with their renditions of classic tracks. They are joined by the shows runner up Lucy Kay.
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Brendan Cole – A Night to Remember Fri 13 Feb | 7.30pmTickets £37.50, £34.50, £30.50
Dinosaur Zoo Sat 14 – Sun 15 FebSat 11am, 2pm, 4.30pmSun 11am, 2pmTickets £15 Danger Seats £17.50
Cirque BerserkFri 20 – Sun 22 FebFri 5pm, 8.30pmSat & Sun 3pm, 7pmTickets £26, £22, £19 Combining contemporary cirque skills with thrilling stunt action Cirque Berserk is a danger-filled spectacle that will amaze audiences of all ages.
‘Makes Cirque Du Soleil look wimpish... leaves one breathless with excitement.’Daily Telegraph
Strictly Come Dancing’s Brendan Cole is once again set to dazzle audiences across the UK with his brand new show. Loaded with ballroom magic and Latin excitement, Brendan’s newest live music and dance extravaganza will be 2015’s must see show!
Dinosaur Zoo brings these prehistoric creatures to the stage as you’ve never seen them before. Observe and interact with these extraordinary life-like dinosaurs in this entertaining and highly imaginative live show.
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Forthcoming events at The Guildhall
For details of all events at the Guildhalls go to
www.cambridge.gov.uk/guildhall
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Saturday 14 September
Wedding Fair Friday 10 – Sunday 12 October
Cambridge Art Fair Saturday 1 November
Neon Moon’s Burlesque NightSaturday 22 November
Chain Reaction Science FairSunday 7 December
Vintage Fair
Tea DancesDance the afternoon away with good friends and wonderful music in the Guildhall.
Wed 17 SeptWed 29 Oct Wed 12 Nov Wed 3 Dec Wed 21 Jan 2015
All tea dances start at 1pm and cost £3 per person (December tea dance costs £4)
Forthcoming Events at The Guildhall
For details of all events at the Guildhalls go to www.cambridge.gov.uk/guildhall
Cambridge’s Affordable Vintage Fair – The SaleSat 18 JanA very special Sale event with rail upon rail of vintage clothes, accessories and gift ideas, all at prices that won’t break the bank!
Varsity BoxingThur 6 Feb
PBFA Cambridge Book FairFri 21 – Sat 22 FebGeneral antiquarian and secondhand books, maps and prints.
Cambridge Dancers ClubSat 8 Mar
Cambridge Science Festival Sat 15 - Sun 16 MarCelebrating the 20th anniversary of the Cambridge Science Festival.
Hackney Colliery Band + Huey Morgan (DJ set)Fri 22 MarPlaying music that appeals to the feet as much as to the ears, the Hackney Colliery Band is a unique take on the brass band.
TomtenSun 30 MarViktor Rydberg’s well-loved poem is brought to life in a new puppetry show for children 3+.
Cambridge Drawing Society ExhibitionSat 5 – Sat 12 AprThe Society’s major spring exhibition. Featuring paintings and drawings in a variety of media, fine art prints and sculpture.
Tea DancesDance the afternoon away with wonderfull music at the Guildhall.
Wed 22 JanDavid Last
Wed 19 FebDavid Last
Wed 19 MarBob Watts
Wed 23 AprDavid Last
Wed 21 MayBob Watts
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General informationCambridge Corn ExchangeWheeler Street, Cambridge CB2 3QE.
Please note: The Box Office is a few doors down from the venue.
AccessThe Corn Exchange is fully accessible. Please inform the Box Office of any requirements when making your booking.
How to bookOnline at www.cornex.co.uk
By phone: 01223 357851Monday - Saturday 10am-6pm
In person: Monday to Friday 12pm – 6pm*
• Saturday: 10am – 6pm* (*or until 30 minutes after the start of a show on performance days).
• Sunday (performance days only): From 6pm, or one hour before the first performance, until 30 minutes after the start of a show.
Booking feeAll Corn Exchange tickets include a booking fee.
Family TicketFour people including a maximum of 2 adults.
Running TimesPlease note we will list running times on our website. The running times are approximate and subject to change.
Contact us01223 357851Email: [email protected]: Cambridge City Council, PO Box 700, Cambridge CB1 0JH
Go to www.cornex.co.uk for detailsof all shows, accessibility, visitor information and terms & conditions.
PLEASE NOTE: Most Rock/Pop gigs are standing and do not have tiered or flat floor seating.
This seating plan is only a guide for your seat at the venue.
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Gift VouchersTerms & Conditions
Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase and are redeemable for any performance ticket, event, tour and experience.
Multiple gift vouchers can be purchased in one order and a range of delivery options are available, including sending the voucher directly to the recipient by email.
Please note: Gift vouchers and performance tickets purchased in one transaction will be posted separately.
Treat loved ones to a memory that will last a lifetime, say thank you in style or simply spoil that someone special with an entertainment experience! With so many performances and events at the Corn Exchange each year there is never a shortage of choice!
In this coming year Cambridge Corn Exchange are planning major projects linked to the three Royal Philharmonic Orchestra concerts as part of the Cambridge Classical Concert Series 2014 /15
These projects will involve composition, performance and film. We are also presenting an exciting keyboard project linked to Freddy Kempf’s recital on 28 October 2014.
Where possible we are documenting this work and a link to these films will be available on the Corn Exchange website – www.cornex.co.uk /cornexparticipate
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art fairBuy
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