MELKSHAM Assembly Hall has released details of its autumn schedule, and it’s packed with a quality line-up of music, comedy and entertainment.
The popular Comedy Showcase is back on Friday 7th October with Paul Tonkinson and Javier Jarquin with the evenings MC Jim Smallman.
Paul Tonkinson is a 47 year-old British comedian, radio presenter and television personality. He’s best known for his presenting work on The Big Breakfast and The Sunday Show as well as other things.
He was the winner of the 1992 Time Out New Act of the Year Award and was Time Out Stand Up Comic of the Year in 1997. Michael McIntyre said of him, “Hilarious; Simply one of the best comics around. Go see him”.
Javier Jarquin is a genuine, likeable guy with a funny routine from start to end. He’s effortlessly funny and his relatable comedy has wowed the audiences of Edinburgh Fringe. More than worth your time.
Jim Smallman, who other than being a stand-up comedian is also a radio presenter, professional wrestling promoter, blogger and voice-over artist. Jim attended school in Hinckley, and went on to De Montfort University, graduating with a first-class Honours degree in English Literature. His 2015 show “My Girls”, about Smallman’s wife and daughter, was nominated for best new show at the Dave Leicester Comedy Festival and will have a full run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He also supports premier league champions Leicester City.
Tickets are £8 in advance, £10 on the door.
On Tuesday 11th October, the Assembly Hall welcomes The Lindisfarne Story. Tyneside group Lindisfarne, Alan Hull, Rod Clements, Ray Jackson, Simon Cowe and Ray Laidlaw, exploded onto the UK music scene in 1970 with a string of unforgettable songs.
The likes of Lady Eleanor, Meet Me on the Corner, Fog on the Tyne and Run For Home quickly established the band as the standard-bearers for acoustic-based rock.
Their sparkling songwriting cut through the prevailing pop and glam sounds of the 70s – international success followed, and Lindisfarne’s music continues to be heard on the radio today. In this entertaining show, former members Billy Mitchell and Ray Laidlaw tell The Lindisfarne Story from the very beginning.
As a duo, hear them perform acoustic versions of the band’s classic songs, and relive moments from the band’s history as they share ‘behind the scenes’ stories illustrated with archive video and stills. Tickets cost £18.
Then on Thursday 27th October, award-winning American comedian Rich Hall brings his nationwide tour to Melksham.
Rich’s critically acclaimed grouchy, deadpan style has established him as a master of absurdist irony and the king of rapid-fire wit. Tickets cost £16
On Tuesday 8th November The Bootleg Sixties Show comes to town.
The show encapsulates the essence of the sixties in this hit packed, epic two hour show. Pop music’s greatest decade is brought back to life with the classic fashion, newsreel and iconic video footage of the period not to mention the music including hits made famous by The Kinks, The Doors, Simon & Garfunkel, The Hollies, The Beach Boys, The Monkees, The Byrds, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, The Yardbirds, The Animals and many more. If you love the sound of the 60’s you will really love this show! Tickets cost £12.
Then on Friday 18th November, the Jersey Boys tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons show Sherry Baby’s stops off at the Assembly Hall. With spectacular performances of all their hits including Rag Doll, Walk Like A Man, Sherry Baby, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Workin’ My Way Back To You and more, this show is sure to have you out of your seat and dancing in the aisles! Tickets cost £20.
All tickets are available from the Assembly Hall itself on 709887, Melksham Tourist Information Centre in Church Street or visit www.melksham assemblyhall.co.uk.
