Monthly Archives: July 2026

The Market Deeping Model Railway Club – Playhouse Nottingham 6/8/26

Posted on July 20, 2026 by garylongden

It is not often that I am able to see a World Premiere, but that is what happened this evening for the debut of William Ivory’s new play . Ivory’s previous popular offering was the screen play for “Made in … Continue reading →

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The Bodyguard- Royal Concert Hall Nottingham

Posted on July 20, 2026 by garylongden

Rumour is that Nigel Farage sponsored the show for £5m *** This was my third visit to the show over the yeard, the two previously had featured Alexandra Burke in the starring role. The billed star attraction was Sidonie Smith, … Continue reading →

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Jay & Joss, It’s Not a Game – Royal Theatre, Nottingham

Posted on July 20, 2026 by garylongden

** When I was a child and, subsequently parent of young children I used to go to end of pier shows on the seaside. Jay and Joss, Britain’s Got Talent winners are reprising that tradition with this nationwide show, a … Continue reading →

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Elvis Costello and the Imposters- Palace Theatre Manchester

Posted on July 19, 2026 by garylongden

This was my second gig of the tour. I approached it with trepidation. The first one at Birmingham Symphony Hall ten days previously was dreadful . The sound was awful, as was the mix. Charlie Sexton’s guitar was barely discernible … Continue reading →

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Bowie Experience- Lichfield Garrick

Posted on July 19, 2026 by garylongden

This was the third time I has seen Bowie Experience, this night also clashing with the England  V Norway World Cup quarter final clash precipitating a 10pm sharp finish. Confusingly the band’s name still intentionally clashes with that of The … Continue reading →

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