The Bacon Theatre
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Purple Zeppelin
› Read moreThey blow the roof off every time we have them, so we couldn’t wait to invite them back again! Featured in the BBC TV documentary “The Joy of the Guitar Riff” (alongside Brian May, Tony Iommi & Dave Grohl) Purple Zeppelin are proud to pay tribute to the two greatest Rock Bands of all time, Deep Purple and Led Zeppelin!!! […]
The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience
› Read moreReturning to the Bacon Theatre Cheltenham, with a new script, some new songs and a fantastic DOUBLE tribute show!! In a show that has been described as “absolutely amazing” and “truly authentic”, take a trip down memory lane as you relive the story lines of both classic films and all the fantastic music of The Commitments […]
A Night to Remember – Motown Show
› Read moreA Night To Remember: Motown Show takes you back in time to 1960’s Detroit. Be prepared for a high energy show, packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time. Starring The Voice UK finalist, Bizzi Dixon, and backed by the soulful vocal dynamics of The Motown Divas, this musical celebration is sure to have you […]
The Music of Prince – New Purple Celebration
› Read moreNEW PURPLE CELEBRATION, the band formerly known as PURPLE RAIN: A CELEBRATION OF PRINCE, celebrate the music, life and legacy of Prince. NEW PURPLE CELEBRATION deliver a non-stop, hit packed show, spanning more than two hours. Described in the Press as “nothing short of a huge party,” expect to see, hear and feel the hits […]
The Mersey Beatles
› Read moreFans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four. The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, George and Ringo. The band – who clocked up more than 600 appearances in […]
The Amazing Bubble Man
› Read moreLouis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. He is a favourite at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where he has enjoyed 14 years of sell-out success. Louis explores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation […]
The Real Manhunter Live
› Read moreColin Sutton was a police officer for 30 years, serving as the head of a Metropolitan Police Murder Squad for the last nine of them. After retirement in 2011, he wrote books about two of his major investigations; these were then adapted into the acclaimed ITV drama series ‘Manhunt’. In both seasons Colin was played […]
A Christmas Carol
› Read moreChapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to bring you A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens’ timeless tale of hope and redemption, this Christmas. A Christmas Carol follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge as he embarks upon a journey through his past, present, and future, learning along the way to appreciate the true meaning of Christmas. With dazzling […]
Christmas with The Flowers Band
› Read moreThe Flowers Band return to The Bacon Theatre for their annual Christmas concert! The programme will include festive favourites, music from classic Christmas films, some audience participation in carols and more! The band are delighted to once again be joined by the amazing Beauregard Youth Choir. Tickets: £17.50 (£15.00) U16 £5.00 BOOK HERE!
The Rat Pack – Christmas in Vegas
› Read moreSwing into the Christmas season with The Rat Pack and their famous Christmas Concert. The Official UK No: 1 Tribute show as voted by The Agents Association of Great Britain for three successive years, arrives direct From London’s Leicester Square Theatre, The 02 and a Royal Command Performance. The acclaimed David Alacey (Lovejoy & […]
The Unravelling Wilburys
› Read moreThis top tribute show is more than just a tribute – they are the complete package! With their perfect combination of brilliant musicianship and tongue in cheek humour, they have had rave reviews throughout the UK. Playing the country-rock songs of the 1980s supergroup ‘The Traveling Wilburys’, the band also steal some choice numbers from the […]
Let’s All Dance Ballet Company | The Nutcracker
› Read moreBack with another dazzling treat, the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company presents their family festive favourite! With the company’s usual fabulous dancing, gorgeous costumes, crystal clear storytelling and sumptuous music, this is the perfect Christmas show for the whole family! Let’s All Dance Ballet Company makes high-quality ballet accessible and fun for children and families, […]
Let’s All Dance Ballet Company | The Nutcracker
› Read moreBack with another dazzling treat, the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company presents their family festive favourite! With the company’s usual fabulous dancing, gorgeous costumes, crystal clear storytelling and sumptuous music, this is the perfect Christmas show for the whole family! Let’s All Dance Ballet Company makes high-quality ballet accessible and fun for children and families, […]
The Film Orchestra: Christmas Movie Magic
› Read moreReturning to The Bacon Theatre for a special festive family concert, The film Orchestra and the TfO Choir will perform a selection of music from favourite Christmas movies. This 70-piece orchestra and 30-piece choir will recall the great Christmas movies including Home Alone, Frozen, The Polar Express, It’s A Wonderful Life and more. […]
Johnny Coppin: All on a Winter’s Night
› Read moreNow with over 25 years of touring this special Christmas show, Johnny Coppin – one of England’s finest singer/songwriters and a member of Decameron – returns to present his annual feast of traditional carols and new songs, together with stories, folklore and images by local photographer Martin Fry. Johnny is joined on stage by Paul Burgess (ex-John Kirkpatrick Band), on […]
The Santa Show 2023: Santa’s Christmas Wish
› Read moreFollowing last year’s hugely successful sell-out performances, Honalee Media are delighted to present a brand new show this Christmas… The Santa Show 2023: Santa’s Christmas Wish – the show where every child gets a present from Santa! “Christmas is a season of joy, love and sharing, a time when Santa delivers presents all over the world… but what would Santa himself like for […]
Chris Difford
› Read moreBeing on tour is something I really enjoy, seeing people and being with people is part of my experience as a performer. I will be playing songs from the Squeeze catalogue and from the solo albums I have recorded over the last 23 years. My story is told through stand up and some sit down, a […]
Take a Chance on Us: ABBA Tribute
› Read moreAppealing to all age groups and bringing you the music of one of the most successful bands of all time .. “TAKE A CHANCE ON US!” is a fantastic fully live ABBA tribute show. The show contains a six piece band, voiceovers, costume changes, choreographed dance routines, light show, projection (where possible) and so […]
Ballet Theatre UK | The Wizard of Oz
› Read moreJoin Ballet Theatre UK as we follow the yellow brick road and discover all the wonders of Oz. Enjoy Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion, (and yes Toto too) as they seek the Wonderful Wizard to find that there’s no place like home! The Wizard of Oz is a two act, full-length, ballet adaptation of […]
Show current eventsOrchestral Led Zeppelin
› Read moreExperience the power and magic of the music of Led Zeppelin like you’ve never heard it before! Featuring Europe’s number-one most exciting and authentic tribute to Led Zeppelin, The film Orchestra and special guest vocalist Jessica Lee Morgan, this two hour show will be packed with a fantastic selection of the best of Led Zeppelin, including Stairway to […]
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The Bacon Theatre plays host to the best in professional touring theatre, live music, dance, film, comedy and celebrity speakers as well as an extensive range of productions by local talented youth and community groups and charities.
Completed in 1991 and built to a very high standard, the impressive 566-seat Bacon Theatre boasts excellent sightlines and state-of-the-art facilities. The theatre owes its name to Mr Christopher Bacon, headmaster of Dean Close School from 1979-1998, who fundraised tirelessly to build his dream.
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The Bacon Theatre, Dean Close School,
Hatherley Road
Cheltenham
GL51 6EP
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