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Holding Back the Years – The Ultimate Simply Red Tribute Experience
10 October 2025 @ 7.30pm
About Holding Back the Years – The Ultimate Simply Red Tribute Experience
With over 50 million albums sold worldwide, chart-topping hits including ‘Holding Back The Years’, ‘Stars’, ‘Fairground’, ‘Something Got Me Started’, ‘Money’s Too Tight To Mention’ and many others, Simply Red are undoubtedly one of the most iconic British bands of all time.
With meticulous attention to detail, Holding Back The Years deliver the world’s most authentic tribute to Simply Red. From intimate venues to the biggest stages, they pride themselves on recreating the stunning and mesmerising atmosphere of a live Simply Red concert. With an amazing lead vocalist, backed by a band of world-class musicians, this show fully captures the essence and era-defining sounds of Mick Hucknall and Simply Red.
2025 marks Simply Red’s 40th anniversary, so join us on an incredible musical journey as we celebrate one of the greatest British bands of all time. If you are a fan of Simply Red or justta fan of good music, top-class musicianship, and classic hits, you can expect a truly memorable evening!
Tickets
Please see important booking information below.
Booking information
Ticket prices:
All tickets £28.00
Ticket prices include a £1.00 Restoration Levy, a £1.50 Booking Fee, and a 25p Community Fund Levy.
Dates & times:
Friday 10 October 2025 at 7.30pm
Running time:
1 hour 40 minutes
Age guidance:
13+
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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