February show listings for Blackpool Grand Theatre

Blackpool Gang Show Goes Around The World – Saturday 1 February at 2pm & 7pm

Get your passports ready as over 100 young people and adult volunteers from Blackpool Scouts & Guides take you on an entertaining journey of variety around the world through music, comedy and dance.  From the ice-cold temperatures of Antarctica to the scorching Serengeti plain, a trip to the ballet (which might not go as planned!) and a road trip where you wish you had control of the radio! You’ll be transported to places you never even thought about right from your seat with hilarious comedy sketches, fantastic sing-along numbers and heart-warming solos. All tickets £16.

Puccini’s Madama Butterfly – Sunday 2 February at 7.30pm

It’s One Fine Day as Ellen Kent’s magnificent production of Puccini’s heartbreaking opera returns by overwhelming public demand. This exciting new production features extraordinary stage sets and sumptuous costumes, including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous antique wedding kimonos from Japan.  Madama Butterfly tells the tragic story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results. Sung in Italian with English surtitles. Tickets from £15. Recommended for ages 12+. There will be two intervals.

Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert – A Tribute to Adele – Saturday 8 February at 7.30pm

Say Hello to to the one and only Adele in this most intimate of evenings starring the award-winning Natalie Black. Natalie will perform songs from the inimitable Adele’s four platinum-selling albums completely live, including Set Fire to the Rain, Make You Feel My Love, Someone Like You, I Drink Wine and many more. Expect glamourous frocks, fun, warmth and the infamous Adele cackle! All tickets £30.50

Giovanni – The Last Dance – Sunday 9 February at 5pm

The gorgeously gifted dance maestro Giovanni Pernice is back with a brand new live show. The former Strictly Come Dancing champ and BAFTA winner brings a mesmerising production that transcends the boundaries of live performance joined by his company of world-class performers. With a career rooted in passion, dedication, and unparalleled artistry, Gio has become a household name, captivating audiences worldwide with his electrifying performances and unmatched charisma. Last few tickets remaining from £33.

Heritage Tours & Afternoon Teas – Wednesday 12 to Saturday 15 February at 12noon

Make Valentine’s Day truly unforgettable for theatre lovers this month with an irresistible blend of charm, history and indulgence. Be guided through the magnificent Grade II* listed Grand Theatre by knowledgeable heritage guides and discover the fascinating stories, hidden gems and architectural marvels of this historic masterpiece. Then relax and discuss your intriguing findings over a delicious Afternoon Tea set right on the famous stage and served on vintage china as you bask in the opulence of the baroque auditorium. Tickets £28 per person or £34 with a glass of fizz.

Story of Guitar Heroes – Sunday 16 February at 7.30pm

Prepare to be blown away by the most amazing guitar riffs from the last fifty years. Expect classic hits from legends such as Hank Marvin, Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix and Jimmy Page in this critically acclaimed homage to the most iconic guitarists of popular music. Featuring world-class musicianship and state-of-the-art video projection, this epic concert journeys through five decades from 1950s Rock & Roll to the most influential guitar heroes of the modern era. Renowned for recreating the unique sounds of each guitar legend with incredible accuracy. Tickets £31.50.

Su Pollard – Still Fully Charged – Monday 17 February at 7.30pm

Evening campers! Check into The Grand as the one and only Su Pollard celebrates fifty fun-filled years in showbusiness with her hilarious one-woman show. From Hi-de-Hi’s famous chalet maid Peggy, to West End roles in Godspell and Little Shop of Horrors, and TV’s Celebrity Masterchef -  it’s been an action-packed half-century! Join Su for hilarious showbiz stories, songs from the shows, backstage secrets and one or two familiar characters Tickets £30.50.

Queenz – Drag Me To The Disco – Tuesday 18 February at 7.30pm

Join the gals for an electrifying live vocal drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime. After two trailblazing years of touring the country, a run in London’s West End and countless 5-star reviews, the gals are ready to drag you to the dance floor and serve up the ultimate celebration of powerhouse popstars & dazzling disco divas, featuring more sequins and surprises than ever before. Tickets from £19.

An Evening With Geoff Hurst – Wednesday 19 February at 7.30pm

Score the perfect night out with tickets for an evening with England’s Hat Trick Hero and World Cup winner Geoff Hurst on his farewell tour. Geoff is now the only living player remaining from England’s greatest victory at the World Cup in 1966. Geoff will also talk about his illustrious West Ham career and his great friend and agent Terry Baker will interview Geoff on the night and gently take the respectful micky in the second half of the show! Not to be missed! Tickets £34.50.

Steve Steinman’s Vampire’s Rock - Eternal Love – The Musical – Thursday 20 to Saturday 22 February at 7.30pm

Spend an unforgettable evening with Steve Steinman’s brand new powerhouse spectacle celebrating 22 years of his epic Vampires Rock chronicles with this original rock musical. The story begins over two hundred years ago when the villagers chased the Baron and his motley crew of vampires out of their beloved home and castle, Club Live and Let Die... Featuring over 20 original songs from two number one albums with a full cast of amazing singers, dancers and musicians. Tickets from £25.

Jon Culshaw - Imposter Syndrome - Sunday 23 February at 7.30pm

Enjoy a rare opportunity to see this incredible comedy impressionist from BBC Radio 4’s Dead Ringers, The Impressions Show and Partygate back in Blackpool with his highly entertaining new show fresh from a critically acclaimed season at the Edinburgh Festival. Join Jon for an evening of comedy and music as he conjures up an array of the best-known personalities from the worlds of entertainment, politics, and beyond in his trademark style. Tickets £32. Recommended for ages 16+.

JB Priestley’s An Inspector Calls directed by Stephen Daldry – Tuesday 25 February to Saturday 1 March at 7.30pm. Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday matinee at 2.30pm.

It’s the perfect time to revisit this theatrical powerhouse as JB Priestley’s haunting drama marks its incredible 80th anniversary. Experience Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre adaptation in all its gripping glory. This brilliantly constructed tale was written in 1945 and is a powerful critique of class, responsibility and humanity. When Inspector Goole arrives unexpectedly at the prosperous Birling family home, their peaceful dinner party is shattered by his investigations into the death of a young woman, and his startling revelations soon shake the very foundations of their lives... Tickets from £17.50 with group/schools rates available and concessions for 1894 Club members.

Visit blackpoolgrand.co.uk for full show listings and bookings or call the box office on 01253 290190 for bookings and further information.