Monthly Archives: March 2023

Robin Hood & the Major Oak

Posted on March 29, 2023 by garylongden

Robin Hood & the Major Oak- Derby Theatre ***** A fine new Easter production for all the family written by Deb McAndrew who has rebooted the classic tale  for a 21st century audience in a seamlessly integrated BSL production, signed … Continue reading →

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Like Some Cat from Japan

Posted on March 13, 2023 by garylongden

David Bowie’s love affair with  Japan,  and Japanese style, underpinned his early career. He sold 1,000,771 Albums in a country whose western tastes otherwise were dominated by Maria Carey and Michael Jackson. This feature is intended as a reminder that … Continue reading →

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The Kinks, Aston Villa Leisure Centre, Birmingham, England Mar 24th 1994

Posted on March 7, 2023 by garylongden

There are good times to  catch bands, bad times, and times when you are just grateful to have seen them at all. This gig falls into that  latter category, thirty years after their inception, this was their last full tour, … Continue reading →

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A Virtual Future for David Bowie?

Posted on March 1, 2023 by garylongden

The Abba Voyage revenues are jaw dropping. Average £70 a ticket, 3000 capacity, seven shows a week two dark days, two with matinees equals £1.47m a week before merchandise/ refreshments. That is £76.44m per annum. Production costs, exclusive of live … Continue reading →

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