UPCOMING EVENTS
at
The Carnegie & Guildhall Complex
The Dad's Army Radio Show
11 October 2024
Two actors, two microphones, over twenty-five characters and lots of sound effects! The Dad’s Army Radio Show bring’s Perry and Croft’s classic BBC comedy to life in this highly acclaimed stage production
Three episodes of the popular sitcom - adapted for radio for the very first time - are hilariously and lovingly enacted on stage by two master performers - complete with sound effects, vintage music and all your favourite Perry and Croft characters and catchphrases.
The original television episodes newly minted for The Dad’s Army Radio Show national tour 2024 are:The Love of Three Oranges - The Miser’s Hoard - The Making of Private Pike
ABBAMANIA (25th Anniversary Tour)
18 October 2024
Now heading out on their 25th Anniversary Tour and celebrating 50 years of Abba's music, Europe’s leading Abba tribute, ABBAMANIA, continue to entertain audiences with their outstanding vocals and live musical performance on stage. Abbamania's widely acclaimed tribute to Abba is a sensational two hour show featuring record breaking and timeless hits from ‘Waterloo’ to ‘Dancing Queen’ ‘Mamma Mia’ ‘Fernando’ and ‘Chiquitita’ all of which will have you dancing in the aisles. So dust off your platforms, put on your flares and come along and enjoy an unforgettable night with Abbamania!
Band playing 8am - 10:15pm (approx)
Evening to be followed by an in-house DJ set.
Children's Halloween Disco
28 October 2024
Spooky season is here and its time for some Halloween cheer 🎃 Our Children's Halloween Disco is back by popular demand!
The little monsters, witches, wizards and ghouls of Thetford are invited to our Halloween Disco 👻 Join us for an evening of fang-tastic dancing and fun. Come dressed in your most frightfully spooky costumes to be in with the chance of winning yourself a treat!
Monday 28th October from 5 -7.30 pm at the Carnegie. Tickets cost £3 per child and are free for accompanying adults.
Please note children must be accompanied by an adult. No food or drink to be brought into the venue - drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.
Halloween Arts & Crafts at The Guildhall
29 October 2024
NO PREBOOKING REQUIRED - Drop in session from 10am-2pm.
Come along and make your very own Halloween craft to take home.
Half term fun.
Pay what you can donation pot.
Guildhall Wizarding School
30 October 2024
The young witches and wizards of Thetford are invited to the Guildhall Wizarding School. 🪄
Join us for an immersive wizarding school experience. Find out your wizarding house, make and personalise your wand, take part in lessons to practice your spells, brew potions and meet magical creatures. See if you have what it takes to complete wizarding school and receive your Guildhall Masters in Wizardry.
1 hour time slots are available from 10-3:30pm. Tickets are £10 per child are free for one accompanying adult per child.
Thas’ a Rummun!
31 October 2024
A new play by Mark Finbow, Roseanna Frascona, Abby McCann, and Mylo McDonald.
At the Devil’s hour, in a small hut somewhere deep within the Norfolk countryside, a tape recorder starts to play by itself.
Based on real-life interviews conducted across the East Anglian Coastline, our production chills and scares audiences with the rich and complex history and folklore of our coastal communities.
Focused on four stories, spanning over four centuries, Thas’ a Rummun features accusations of witchcraft, folklore, superstition, poltergeists, and exorcisms all presented in a stage show designed to leave you with lasting memories of fear and a deep sense of unease.
Suitable for ages 15 years and over.
The American Highway
15 November 2024
Imagine all your favourite American bands from the 70’s, 80’s playing a music festival, The Eagle’s, Doobie Brothers, Boz Scaggs, Bruce Springsteen, The Byrds, John Mellencamp, The Steve Miller Band, Don Henley, Jackson Browne, Neil Young, Tom Petty and a host of others. With the AMERICAN HIGHWAY Tribute show... you can. We'll travel back through some great classic American rock music from some of the best decades in popular music. Join us as we travel across a musical map of the US - we'll be driving 'state to state' as we venture onto.... THE AMERICAN HIGHWAY.The American Highway is a live tribute band that brings to life the iconic and classic 70's (with a bit of 60's and a touch of the 80's) west coast style music.
For more info visit:
www.americanhighway.co.uk
Narnia - Afternoon Tea
30 November 2024
Step into our Narnia-themed Afternoon Tea! Enjoy sandwiches, scones and treats all served by our Narnia characters.
You will also enjoy some storytelling as you indulge in your sweet treats, and maybe even be tempted by some Turkish delight from the Snow Queen.
Part of Thetford Town Council's Christmas weekend.
Thetford's Santa's Grotto
1 December 2024
Thetford Town Council presents our annual Santa's grotto, taking place in The Guildhall! Come and meet Santa's elves and write your letters to Santa, before going ahead to meet the big man himself! Suitable for all young children.
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Child Ticket: £4.00 (Age 1 and up)
Infant Ticket: £2.00 (Under 1 year of age)
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Please arrive at the premises with your full group at the allocated time. Please follow directions from on-site staff upon arrival. If your children have any special requirements please inform a member of staff upon arrival
A Saucerful of Floyd: Pink Floyd Tribute Act
1 February 2025
A Saucerful of Floyd is a Pink Floyd Tribute with a difference. Most tributes to Pink Floyd offer the full production performances seen back in the 80s and 90s with the 8 or 9 piece band and big screen.
A Saucerful of Floyd portrays the music of Pink Floyd in a more traditional, authentic light with 4 musicians representing the 4 members of the original band along with a more intimate but powerful light and laser show along with all the desired sound effects and amazing music taking the audience on a journey from where it all began at the Piper of the Gates of Dawn through to where it ended at The Division Bell.
Legends of Motown
14 February 2025
Celebrate all of the magical hits of Motown with UK based live tribute show Legends of Motown!
Legends of Motown is a tribute show jam packed with all of Motown’s biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era.
Take a trip down memory lane with the music authentic to the Motown label from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Temptations, Jackie Wilson and many more!
Join Legends of Motown for an unforgettable night at The Carnegie, Thetford! We're back again with the 7 piece band & will be providing some recorded music after the show for full night of Motown & soul fun!
Doors: 7:30pm
Live Band: 8pm - 10:30pm
Dancing: 10:30pm - 11:45pm
Curfew: Midnight
Comedy Hypnosis & Mind Reading Mentalism Show
20 March 2025
A mesmerising and hilarious Comedy Hypnosis Show fused with Mind Reading by renowned Hypnotist and Mind Reader Daniel Sinclair. Volunteers from the audience have their imaginations unlocked and realities changed, all through the power of hypnosis. Expect West End quality entertainment, Derren Brown-style mind games and all-round psychological wonder as Daniel reads and takes over volunteers’ minds and predicts people's decisions live on stage. This one-of-a-kind show has it all: bringing Comedy, mesmerising Hypnosis and jaw-dropping Mind Reading & Mentalism that will leave you on the edge of your seats. Prepare to be SPELLBOUND whilst in fits of laughter! See the show or BE the show. ONE night only .
** Recommended guideline 14+ accompanied by an adult. **
The Mayor of Thetford's Charity Quiz Night
21 March 2025
IT'S QUIZ TIME!
Mayor of Thetford Councillor Chris Harvey Invites you to join him at his charity quiz evening raising funds for his Mayoral charities - Thetford & District Dementia Care, The Meet Up Cafe and Fulmerston Family and Community Project.
Tickets are £10 each, including a buffet.
There will also be a raffle taking place, with tickets available to purchase on the evening.
The bar will also be open for attendees to purchase drinks.
Oh What a Night
25 April 2025
OH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more. Selling over 100 million records worldwide, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons secured their place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
OH WHAT A NIGHT! combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia which always leaves audiences wanting more. Don’t miss the ultimate celebration of one of the world’s greatest Rock & Roll bands!
Seriously Collins – A Tribute To Phil Collins & Genesis
13 June 2025
Experience the Magic of Phil Collins and Genesis!
Seriously Collins: The Genuine Tribute Show
Get ready to be transported back in time to relive the legendary hits of Phil Collins and Genesis! "Seriously Collins" is not just a tribute show; it's an electrifying journey through the music that has touched hearts and defined an era.
Incredible Vocals:
Be mesmerized by the uncanny vocal resemblance of our frontman, capturing the soulful sound of Phil Collins with astonishing precision.
Captivating Performance:
Our talented musicians and performers recreate the energy, charm, and charisma of the original band, delivering an unforgettable experience.
Immerse Yourself:
Feel the nostalgia and passion as you're transported to the prime of Phil Collins and Genesis, reliving their iconic concerts and magical moments.
Book Your Tickets Now:
Secure your spot for an evening filled with music, memories, and the timeless legacy of Phil Collins and Genesis. Tickets are limited, so act fast!
No Gimmicks, Just a genuine tribute to one of the biggest artists of our generation.
Oasiz Morning Glory 30th Anniversary show
27 June 2025
OASIZ are one of the UK’s most authentic tribute bands a point proved in 2023 when a short clip of front man Steve performing as Liam went viral on social media with over half a million views. Many fans were convinced the clip was actually of Liam Gallagher himself which led to the story being covered in the national press as well as a high profile TV appearance later that year.
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of (What’s the story) Morning Glory, OASIZ are embarking on a 2025 UK tour and this is your chance to see them in top form. The setlist will pay homage to the most memorable parts of Oasis’ record breaking 2nd album and will also include all the big hitting career spanning anthems that you would associate with a greatest hits tour.
Upbeat Beatles
19 July 2025
The Upbeat Beatles are second to none - powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship.
The guys have an easy, happy rapport with any crowd, giving them a reputation to be envied as the best in the business.
There isn’t a band to touch them - 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and you will know why! No other band can perform this song like the Upbeat Beatles!
The show takes you through the Fab Four’s long and winding road from the early Cavern days through Beatlemania, America, Sergeant Pepper to Abbey Road, with narrative and full multi-media presentation.
If you love the Beatles you’ll love this show, and if you don’t love the Beatles you’ll love this show!
DS:UK Brothers in '85 - A Dire Straits Tribute
15 November 2025
DS:UK are BACK with one of their most beloved tours - “Brothers in ’85”.
In 1985, Dire Straits were at the apex of their career as one of the biggest music brands and concert touring bands in the world. Still today, Mark Knopfler remains one of our most beloved guitarists in modern Rock.
Their biggest album, Brothers in Arms, still sits in the top 10 of the best selling albums in chart history, and 2025 sees 40 years since the release of this seminal album.
“DSUK…in tribute to Dire Straits” began touring in 2016 and have quickly become regarded as *the* quintessential tribute band among Dire Straits fans with their incredible attention to musical and sonic detail, the humour, fun, and interesting history that they pack into their shows.
To say that “dS:uK” sound like Dire Straits is an understatement. And don’t take it from us - take it from our audience on the streets:
“…these guys are the epitome of a tribute band: they play and sound like you want to them to…”
“…Thank you for a great evening in Worthing this week. Being a fan of Dire Straits for the last 50 years, you did not fail as a tribute band…”
Their 2025 “Brothers in 85” tour, once again, pays tribute to the worldwide Brothers in Arms tour, with the band bringing fans the ultimate 1985 Dire Straits experience and all of those legacy songs that you want to hear, including Sultans of Swing and Money for Nothing!
Here comes Johnny singing oldies goldies.... itʼll truly give you a shiver in the dark!
Donʼt miss it!