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Everybody’s Talking About Jamie?
16 April 2025 to 19 April 2025
About Everybody’s Talking About Jamie?
Get ready for a heartwarming, toe-tapping night of musical brilliance as Reading Operatic Society proudly presents Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, the Hit West End musical that’s captured hearts across the globe!
Join us for a week of glitter, dreams, and defiance as we bring Jamie News’s inspiring story to life. Jamie is sixteen, fabulous, and determined to follow his dreams. But when the world tells him “No”, Jamie decides to show everyone that he was always meant to shine. This electrifying production celebrates self-discovery, acceptance, and the unstoppable power of being true to yourself.
With the Creative Team of Director Liam Jones, Vocal Director Taylor Benfield, Choreographer Nicky Jaggar-Ryan, and Associate Musical Director Mark Webb our audiences should expect some show-stopping songs and dazzling choreography. Whether you’re a fan of the original musical or discovering this sensational story for the first time, you’re in for a spectacular evening that will have you laughing, crying, and singing along.
Get yourselves into the spotlight on our Friday 18th and Saturday 19th evening performances, where your most sparkly outfit is encouraged!
Book & Lyrics by Tom MacRae. Music by Dan Gillespie Sells. From an idea by Jonathan Butterall. This amateur production of Rock of Ages is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Tickets prices:
Adult – £23.25
Under 16s, Student and Seniors – £21.25
Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee, and a 25p Community Fund Levy.
Dates & times:
- Wednesday 16 April 2025 at 7.30pm
- Thursday 17 April 2025 at 7.30pm
- Friday 18 April 2025 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
- Saturday 19 April 2025 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
Running time:
2 hours 30 minutes
Age guidance:
Parental guidance
Content guidance:
This show contains strong adult themes.
About Kenton Theatre
Situated in the centre of Henley-on-Thames, the Kenton Theatre is the fourth-oldest working theatre in the UK and a registered charity. Seating 240, the theatre today offers a varied programme of comedy, drama, music, talks and more – as well as being available for hire.
The theatre is home to annual performances from Henley Amateur Operatic and Drama Society (HAODS), Henley Children’s Theatre, Henley Drama Festival, Henley Literary Festival, Henley Players, Henley Youth Festival, Mike Hurst, the National Youth Jazz Orchestra (NYJO), Woodley Light Operatic Society, amongst others. High-profile performers at the Kenton in recent years include Michael McIntyre, Georgie Fame, Haley Mills, Chris Barber, Dara O’Briain, Diana Rigg, Russell Brand, PP Arnold and Marti Webb.
The theatre’s first production, the farce The School of Reform took place on 07 November 1805. Celebrated performers who have graced the Kenton stage over the last five decades include Celia Johnson, John Mortimer, Anthony Newley, Kate Winslet, Tom Baker, Joe Brown, Diana Dors, David Essex, Roy Hudd and Jeremy Irons.
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