In just under a month, you could be sitting indoors, watching a live performance in Southampton's Mayflower Theatre - odd to picture, isn't it?
But, if all goes to plan. the Government's roadmap will allow for further measures to be eased from May 17, including visiting indoor venues.
So, with that in mind, here are the shows at the Mayflower which you can buy a ticket for right now, including an evening with football royalty, We Will Rock You, and even show from illusionist Derren Brown:
- Dragons and Mythical Beasts
Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical new show for all the family.
Unveil a myriad of dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent monsters and terrifying beasts ever to walk the earth. Discover the colossal Stone Troll, the mysterious Indrik and Japanese Baku; the Tooth Fairy (not as sweet as you'd think), an adorable Unicorn and majestic Griffin. Take your place among legendary heroes, just don't wake the Dragon…
From the creators of the West End smash hit Dinosaur World Live, who bring spectacular puppets to life, don’t miss this brand-new spell-binding adventure, live on stage!
- Summer Holiday
Mayflower Theatre’s Summer Youth Production for 2021 is the feel-good stage musical based upon the iconic Cliff Richard film, Summer Holiday.
Join Don and his fellow London Transport bus mechanics on a mad-cap journey through Paris, the Alps, Italy and Greece, picking up a singing group and an American pop star on the run from her domineering mother along the way. All set to the strains of a hit-filled score featuring In the Country, I Could Easily Fall in Love with You, Bachelor Boy, Move It, Living Doll, The Young Ones, On the Beach and of course Summer Holiday.
In a time when we all need some good clean fun, with a brilliant score you already know and love – join us for a Great British Summer Holiday.
- Blood Brothers
Written by Willy Russell, the legendary Blood Brothers tells the captivating and moving tale of twins who, separated at birth, grow up on opposite sides of the tracks, only to meet again with fateful consequences.
Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as the multi-award winning Blood Brothers. Bill Kenwright's production surpassed 10,000 performances in London's West End, one of only three musicals ever to achieve that milestone. It has been affectionately christened the 'Standing Ovation Musical', as inevitably it “brings the audience cheering to its feet and roaring its approval”.
The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True.
- Ghost The Musical
Dubbed, the Oscar-winning love story on stage, the movie 'Ghost' has proven to be one of cinema's biggest all-time hits. Starring the late Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore and Whoopi Goldberg, it was the highest grossing film of 1990 and won an Oscar for screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin who has adapted his screenplay for this musical.
The international smash hit returns to the stage, featuring The Righteous Brothers’ Unchained Melody alongside many more terrific songs co-written by Eurythmics' Dave Stewart.
- Pop Princesses
A magical show where beautiful Princesses become Pop Stars!
This is the children’s pop concert with a big difference. A musical spectacular starring four fabulous fairy tale Princesses who just love to sing! It’s the perfect mix.
Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits from artists such as Little Mix, Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift. Meghan Trainor, and internet sensation, JoJo Siwa, plus songs from all your favourite films and musicals. Come and join the fun!
- Magic Goes Wrong
Back with their biggest comedy catastrophe to date, multi award-winning Mischief (The Play That Goes Wrong, BBC One's The Goes Wrong Show) return to the stage with their hilarious new show created with magic legends, Penn & Teller.
A hapless gang of magicians are staging an evening of grand illusion to raise cash for charity. But as the magic turns to mayhem, accidents spiral out of control and so does their fundraising target!
Raising the bar with their dare-devil stunts, jaw-dropping feats and irresistible comedy genius, Mischief's Magic Goes Wrong comes to Mayflower Theatre direct from the West End. Book your tickets now, before they vanish out of sight (or sell out!).
- The Pundits
An evening with football's most famous pundits.
Come and Join football royalty with regards to pundits. Hosted by Sky Sports Jeff Stelling who is joined by a panel consisting of: Paul Merson, Matt Le Tissier, Phil Thompson & Charlie Nicholas – The boys are really back in town!
The evening will have you in awe as they talk everything football from players to managers and everything in between. There will be a few anecdotal stories along the way of their playing days and what they got up to, but this is a dream night for any football fan. VIP and super VIP tickets are available for the evening and available at the point of booking.
Make sure you don’t miss out on what is sure to be the best football pundit show that you will see live in 2022.
There will also be a Q&A on the evening, and YOU can ask them anything.
- Derren Brown - Showman
The multi award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, is at his very best on stage. His one-man shows have received wide critical acclaim and more Olivier wins and nominations than any other in history!
Fresh from his hugely successful Broadway debut, Derren returns home to the UK to launch his first brand new theatre show in six years: SHOWMAN.
The content of the show remains a closely guarded secret, but if you’ve seen him before, you know you’re in for a powerhouse treat!
- We Will Rock You
The worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton returns to the UK. The multi-million-pound show dazzles all the senses in breath-taking style. Guaranteed to blow your mind, this musical phenomenon is not to be missed!
Since 2002 over 16 million theatregoers in 19 countries have been thrilled by this awe-inspiring production. With 24 of Queen’s biggest hits delivered in a show that boasts the scale and spectacle that marked the bands’ legendary live performances.
Brian May said: “This is a stunning state-of-the art new-look production of WWRY - but of course the original story is now more relevant than ever. We’re confident WWRY fans will love revisiting the world’s first true Rock Theatrical, and a whole new generation will now discover the VIBE!”
- To purchase tickets to any of these shows, click here.
- Tickets were available to all the shows listed above at the time of publishing. More shows are also planned for the theatre, however tickets for those have not yet been put on sale.
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